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Dog park debate delayed
MEMORIAL DAY 2022
BY RIKKI MASSAND
Nearly one hour into the June 2 Village Board of Trustees’ meeting, dozens of residents who attended in-person were disappointed to learn that the Board would not be discussing a proposal to establish Garden City’s first dog park, which had been proposed for a village property in the Central section, at Second Street and Hilton Avenue. The item had appeared on the Board’s agenda for June 2nd, but was removed when Trustees requested more information. It has not appeared on the board’s meeting agenda for June 16, and the next village trustees meeting is not scheduled to take place until July 21. When Mayor Cosmo Veneziale announced that the item would not be considered, “because the board of trustees has requested more information” a few disgruntled residents See page 42
Members of the American Legion Post 265 and American Legion Auxiliary attended the Memorial Day ceremony at the Cathedral of the Incarnation as part of their Memorial Day remembrances. See pages 54-55.
Final meeting for school board Pres., VP BY KASSARA MCELROY
During the final Board of Education meeting of the school year on June 14th, the District began with a goodbye dedicated to its President and Vice President before diving into student and faculty achievement of an award-winning year for the District. “Bill Holub has been serving on the Board since 2015, and for the past two years as our President. He’s served on numerous committees, and his financial background has certainly
served our District. And Stefanie Granville has served on the board for the past four years and again has been on several committees. Her education background has helped push our District goals forward,” said Superintendent of Schools Dr. Sinha. “Thank you for your expertise, serving our community and always making yourselves available 24/7.” Trustee Pinou also prepared a tribute to his close colleague, neighbor and the Board’s now former President. “I thought about the top five things I appreciated most about Bill Holub
Board hires firm to study street flooding BY RIKKI MASSAND
as President of the Board over the last two years. Number five: He did most of the speaking at the meetings, some may say too much. Fortunately, it allowed the rest of us the time to do our online shopping. Just Kidding. Number 4: While it’s no secret we don’t always agree, I do respect that Bill did not hesitate to admit to any mistakes. It points out an important leadership quality. Number three: Bill is a CFO, a numbers guy. Therefore, I never had to pull out my calculator.
Residents of Meadow Street were enthused that the Village plans to study the stormwater drainage in their area because they say that they experience flooding during major storms. At its meeting on June 2nd the Garden City Board of Trustees authorized an expenditure of $42,800 to engage consultants L.K. McLean Associates, P.C. of Hicksville. The firm will evaluate the existing catchment area, and design drainage improvements for a portion of Meadow Street. McLean Associates will also create a comprehensive assessment that will include various strategic plans for improving the drainage, so no ponding or flooding occurs on Meadow Street or in its nearby area. Village Administrator Ralph Suozzi explained that the area in questions is Meadow Street east of Clinton Road up
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GCHS Boys Lacrosse team best in state PAGE 70-71 Belmont Festival poster contest winners PAGE 56
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A WORD FROM THE PUBLISHER
Looking for consensus We are glad to hear that the Committee on St. Paul’s will be holding a Town Hall meeting on June 21st. The Committee is working hard to assemble information about the building and its possible reuse, and residents are naturally very curious to see what will be proposed. Most people we’ve spoken to about St. Paul’s would love to see something done with it that might also improve the Village. However there is a huge amount of skepticism that a fiscally feasible plan can be found. Taxes are already high and the economy is looking shaky at the moment. Realistically, we think it’s going to be difficult to come up with a plan that works for everyone. Fully restoring St.
Paul’s will probably be cost prohibitive. And yet it is a beautiful building that is a part of the Stewart legacy, so it would be a shame if it is to be demolished. But maybe the Committee will come up with a plan that everyone can live with - for example by saving part of the building and using it to expand the cultural offerings of the Recreation Department. Village governance works best when a consensus can be found. In any case, we hope that residents turn out for the Town Hall meeting to hear the Committee and to offer suggestions. The meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 21st at 7:30 p.m. at Cluett Hall on the St. Paul’s campus.
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St. Paul’s waste of money
To the Editor: I am 80 years old and have been a village resident for over 50 years. I have been involved in countless comities, including being president of the Eastern Property Association - twice. As such, I have been involved in and followed the controversies surrounding St. Paul’s. The place has been a wreck since even before the Village bought it over 30 years ago for over $8,000,000. Over the last 30 years the Village has spent millions and millions on repairs and studies. The Village refuses to disclose the exact number. 10 years ago there was a referendum and the vast plurality of the voters said tear it down. The [former] village historian, John Kordes, in a full page excellent article in the G.C. News several months ago, laid out a super plan for the property and that as for as the crumbling building was concerned, he said “ It’s time to go”. No more studies are needed. Spending more money to “stabilize” a money pit of a building is a total waste of money and time. The decision to spend another $150,000 , on top of the already authorized $321,400 back in March, is a complete dereliction of their duties as mayor and trustees. Why spend this money now if the building
will torn down? As a breach of their fiduciary responsibilities, the mayor and trustees should be liable for the waste of $475,000 - personally. John Pittoni
Consider all needs
To the Editor: At the beginning of April, in response to limited resident feedback, the Village Board of Trustees closed the new parking lot behind the Stewart Athletic Fields. During the spring sports season, many residents have reached out to the Board of Trustees, Village staff, the GCAA and the POAs asking for the parking lot to re-opened, especially during times of peak sports activities. Residents have expressed safety concerns with using the adjacent school parking lot. We call on the Trustees to create a more equitable plan that takes into account feedback and needs of all residents The Property Owners’ Associations Joint Conference Committee
This is support?
To the Editor: A key piece of a Village Trustee’s role is interacting with residents – all resiSee page 50
New group makes case for demolition BY FDEM FOUNDERS: STEPHEN GORRAY, GEORGE KANE, BOB OROSZ, GEORGE SALEM
Our Case for Demolition
As most of us are aware, Garden City is in the midst of a controversial
political-style campaign leading up to a Village-wide, binding referendum, scheduled tentatively for late November of this year. Voters will have a simple choice regarding the disposition of the St. Paul’s main building: 1) demolish it and use the land for a selected purSee page 52
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SUBMITTED BY THE FOUR GARDEN CITY PROPERTY OWNERS' ASSOCIATIONS The four Property Owners' Associations (Western, Estates, Central and Eastern) are announcing changes to their processes to nominate residents to serve as trustees for the Village Board of Trustees (BOT) and the Board of Education (BOE). Historically, each POA requested residents to submit a resume or letter if they were interested in serving as a trustee. The nominating committees of each POA would interview each potential candidate and then nominate one individual to represent their section of the village. Any resident not chosen always had the ability to challenge the selected candidate in a primary or runoff election. Under the new process, all residents interested in serving as trustee will participate in an open primary election in their section of the village tentatively planned for January 2023. For example, any resident in the Western section will be eligible to vote in the primary that will be held by the Western POA and
the winner will be the POA candidate in the BOT or BOE election representing that section. The primary candidates and voters are not required to be members of any POA. In the 2023 general elections, there will be four BOT positions on the ballot (one trustee from each section of the village) in March and one BOE trustee position on the ballot (Central section) in May. Other candidates opposing the POA nominees may appear on the ballots as there have been in recent elections. As a reminder, in the BOT and BOE general elections residents vote for all the trustee positions being contested regardless of the section they live in. The changes are being made based on feedback received from residents including the positive response to the recent primary held by the Eastern POA for the open BOE trustee position. Jon Debrich, President of the Eastern POA stated, “We believe an open and transparent primary process will encourage more residents to consider board service. Open primaries along with our plans for informational See page 12
The Mayor’s Committee on St. Paul’s will be holding a Town Hall meeting on the Future of St. Paul’s on Tuesday, June 21st at 7:30 p.m. at Cluett Hall on the St. Paul’s campus. Members of the Committee will be available to discuss potential programming uses for the St. Paul’s Building and to answer questions. Attendees will hear remarks from Garden City Mayor Cosmo Veneziale as well as a brief discussion on the structural safety of the building. The Design and Engineering Committee: William Alisse, Paul Capece, Brian Gemmell and Joseph Jabour will also talk about a walk-through of the building by the subcommittee. Residents will also hear about what uses of the building would be permitted due to legal constraints and would would not. Frank McDonough of the Program and Use Analysis Subcommittee and Peter Coll of the Legal and Zoning Subcommittee will discuss what uses have been proposed by residents over the years, as well as explain terminol-
The St. Paul’s main building ogy/definitions frequently used when working on historic renovations and adaptive reuse of older buildings. A preliminary discussion of how the St. Paul’s building can be adapted in order to accommodate programming and usage ideas will be held by William Alisse & Paul Capece of the Design & Engineering Sub Committee: . The meeting will include time for residents to comment and propose new ideas, questions and concerns.
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OPEN HOUSE Saturday, June 18, 2-4 pm 32 Edgemere Road, Garden City
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Garden City High School student Caroline Crouchley was awarded a scholarship to study at the Pierrot Chamber Music Festival this summer. Photo courtesy of Garden City Public Schools Garden City High School student Caroline Crouchley has been awarded a scholarship to study at the Pierrot Chamber Music Festival. Crouchley, who plays the flute and piccolo, will be part of the program at Adelphi University this summer. The Pierrot Chamber Music Festival is a two-week program that provides
a learning environment where participants can study and perform new chamber music in master classes, educational residencies and a series of informal and formal performances. It is a selective program that helps students develop their knowledge, skills and talents in music while preparing them for future careers in music and the arts.
St. Joseph Parish religious education registration The Religious Education Office of St. Joseph Parish is now conducting registration for all new students who will be entering first grade in the fall of 2022. The Religious Education Program provides a faith-filled and nurturing environment for students and is designed to assist parents in their primary responsibility of forming their children in the Catholic faith. Children learn that they were created by a loving God, in His image, and are a unique creation who God cares for and loves. The program emphasizes that just as we are created in the image and likeness of God, so are all others and as such, everyone deserves to be treated with dignity and respect. The parish, in coop-
eration with the parents seeks to form children through prayer, instruction in the faith, service to our community and attendance at Sunday Mass Registration is available for children of registered families of St. Joseph Parish. Our first-grade classes begin in October. Classes meet from 4:00–5:15 p.m. weekly, and are offered on either a Tuesday, Wednesday of Thursday. All parents interested in registering their child should contact the Office of Religious Ed at 516-741-7787 or email stjosephrelcosullivan@gmail.com. and the staff will be happy to assist you in registering your child.
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We proudly present the Green Vale Class of 2022. Their high level of academic achievement combined with strength of character and commitment to their interests led to acceptances at many of the most selective secondary schools in the country. These graduates join generations of Green Vale alumni in a commitment to improving the world we all share.
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Garden City Real Estate Market Information 200 Roxbury Road
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 5.901% 4.838% 5.286%
APR 5.989% 4.999% 4.453%
Long Island Sales Data From One Key MLS Month May-2022 Apr-2022 Mar-2022 Feb-2022 Jan-2021 Dec-2021 Nov-2021 Oct-2021
Nassau County Median Sale Price Current Year Prior Year $686,000 $635,000 $669,000 $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
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Charming Colonial in the Estates section of Garden City. Updates galore, featuring huge formal dining room with French doors to patio, bright Living room, Eat in Kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite counters, and large eating area. Radiant heat in Kitchen, powder room & foyer. Entry into 2 car attached tiled garage filled with custom storage. Powder room. Upstairs included Primary bedroom, 2 Add bedrooms and Full Bath. Entrance to roof top patio. Large basement with high ceilings, office space, utilities & laundry. Dream private yard with western cedars surrounding the perimeter. Security System, inground sprinklers, landscape lighting, fully fenced yard and more. Move in ready stately home in prime location close to all.
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Date: 06/15/2022 Sold price: $1,375,000 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 1 half bath Style: Colonial Lot size: .18 acre Total taxes: $21,919 MLS number: 3380532 The Seller’s Team: Norma Quigley, Douglas Elliman Real Estate The Buyer’s Team: Linda O’Connor, Douglas Elliman Real Estate
Date: 06/13/2022 Sold price: $1,500,000 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 1 half bath Style: Colonial Lot size: .18 acre Total taxes: $18,430 MLS number: 3383526 The Seller’s Team: Danielle Evangelista, Douglas Elliman Real Estate The Buyer’s Team: Kathleen Thornton, Coach Realtors Fennessy Associates
Colonial, Side Hall on 60x130 property with 4 Bedrooms, 2.5 updated bathrooms, large kitchen with commercial grade appliances and adjoining great room w/gas fireplace. There is a huge finished basement with egress window- recreation area, storage room, laundry room and more. Primary bedroom suite is 27.7 x20 plus large bath with whirlpool tub& separate shower, there is also a walk-in closet and custom cabinetry/wardrobes built into the room. The home has Aprox 4,000 square feet of living space including basement. Not a drive by, house is very large. Must be seen to appreciate the space.
Date: 06/13/2022 Sold Price: $951,000 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, Style: Colonial Lot size:.10 acre Total taxes: $15,312 MLS number: 3388958 The Seller’s Team: Stephen and Laura Baymack, Compass Greater NY The Buyer’s Team: Not available
This beautiful Colonial is perfectly situated mid-block on a quiet tree lined street. The first floor boasts a living room with a fireplace that flows into the elegant formal dining room, an updated gourmet kitchen, a primary bedroom or family room and an updated full bathroom. The second-floor features two nicely sized bedrooms that are serviced by an updated hall bathroom. The basement offers a spacious recreation room and the private yard with the paver patio is perfect for entertaining. The house is proximate to the park, school, shopping and the Long Island Railroad station. The updated boiler, central air conditioning, bathrooms and kitchen make this the perfect place to call home!
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Garden City | 107 Huntington Road | $1,359,000 3 BR, 2 BA | Web# 3401371 Laura Mulligan: M 516.729.6885 Norma Quigley: M 516.236.7996
Garden City | 99 Seventh Street, 1A | $975,000 3 BR, 3 BA | Condo | Web# 3379140 Michelle McArdle: M 516.306.4134
Garden City | 46 Claydon Road | $6,700/monthly rent 4 BR, 2 BA | Web# 3405705 Lara Munoz-Corredor: M 917.846.2808
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: $1,375,000 4 BR, 2 BA, 1 Half BA | Web# 3380532 Norma Quigley: M 516.236.7996
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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Garden City Association of Girl Scouts Awards Ceremony On Tuesday, June 7, the Garden City Association of Girl Scouts held their annual Awards Ceremony at Stratford School. Girl Scout members, families, friends and dignitaries were invited to honor the outstanding achievements of Girl Scouts who earned their Gold, Silver and Bronze Awards. Adult Volunteers were also recognized for their service in providing outstanding support to the delivery of the Girl Scout experience.
2022 GOLD Award Recipients:
The Girl Scout Gold Award is the highest achievement within the Girl Scouts of the USA. It is earned by Senior and Ambassador Girl Scouts (grades 9-12); only 5.4% of eligible Girl Scouts successfully earn the Gold Award. Shannon Graham - Troop 1261 Paige Matarazzo - Troop 1261 Samantha LaSalla - Troop 1344 Avery Davis - Troop 1357 Catherine Rovelli - Troop 1385 Sofia Gargiulo - Troop 1647
2022 SILVER Award Recipients:
The Girl Scout Silver Award is the second highest award of the Girl Scouts of the USA, and can be earned in 6th–8th grade. Grace Dennis - Troop 1322 Brinley Davis - Troop 1426 Charlotte Debler - Troop 1426
Isabella Fuertes - Troop 1426 Meghan Joseph - Troop 1426 Isabella Parlanti - Troop 1426 Sara Shamail - Troop 1426 Sarah Tusiani-Eng - Troop 1426
2022 BRONZE Award Recipients:
The Girl Scout Bronze Award is the third highest award within the Girl Scouts of the USA, and can be earned in 4th and 5th grade.
Troop 1693:
Charlotte Bilello, Emma Brennan, Alexandra Butvick, Sophia Ann Cabarrubia, Ava Considine, Erica Egor, Chiara Fascilla, Sofia Kedrin, Maizie McGinley, Ruby Murphy, Cecilia Ufret
Troop 1153:
Sonakshi Arora, Anika Krishnaraj, Letao Tao, Alicia Thrasybule
Troop 1349:
Kaitlin Bohan, Kiera Bohan, Martina Cantalupo, Ava Corrao, Kate Davis, Sophia Diaz, Victoria Mastorakis, Riley McAlea, Madelyn Rom, Leah Setiadi, Maya Setiadi, Hannah Shah, Julia Thomas
Troop 1455:
Alexis Badgett, Leilah Cardinez, Grace Gatta, Sophia Levien, Valentina Mancini, Allison Mullowney, Patricia O’Keeffe, Zoe Padmore
2022 Adult Award Recipients:
The Volunteer of Excellence Award is given to volunteers who exhibit outstanding service in support of the Girl Scout mission to both girl and adult members. Maria Broder - Garden City Girl Scout Volunteer of Excellence Award Adreana Mirabella - Garden City Girl Scout Volunteer of Excellence Award Eileen Weber - Garden City Girl Scout Volunteer of Excellence Award The Girl Scouts of Nassau County Continuing Service Pin Award is presented to volunteers that are nominated after receiving the Appreciation, Honor or Thanks badge and have continued service for an additional five year. Kerry Couture - Girl Scouts of Nassau County Continuing Service Pin
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2022 Gold Award recipients with invited dignitaries from June 7th Awards Ceremony. Bottom row (from left to right): Samantha LaSalla, Sofia Gargiulo, Catherine Rovelli, Avery Davis and Paige Matarazzo. Top row (from left to right): GSNC Chief Marketing & Communications Officer Donna Rivera-Downey, Assemblyman Ed Ra, Legislator Laura Schaefer, Councilman Tom Muscarella and Garden City Service Unit Volunteer Managers Marissa Oustatcher and Chrissy Dombrowski.
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service in support of delivering the Girl Scout leadership experience to at least one geographic area of service. Trina Coviello - Girl Scouts of the United States of America Appreciation Pin Christine Dombrowski - Girl Scouts of the United States of America Appreciation Pin Diana Mitchell - Girl Scouts of the United States of America Appreciation Pin Marissa Oustatcher - Girl Scouts of the United States of America Appreciation Pin Giovanna Pulver - Girl Scouts of the United States of America Appreciation Pin The overall mission of Girl Scouts is to build girls of courage, confidence and character who make the world a better place. Congratulations to all of the 2022 award recipients on their outstanding achievements.
POAs announce changes to nomination processes From page 3 Town Halls and Meet & Greets have the overall goal of eliminating the divisive political rhetoric that has accompanied our recent village elections.” In October 2022, an information session will be held for all residents inter-
ested in serving as a trustee and a solicitation for trustee candidates will be made in the Garden City News and social media. If you have any questions or comments on the new primary process,, please email us at gcgetinvolved@ gmail.com.
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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
Salvatore Sica Lic. Assoc. RE Broker The Sica Team M: 347.922.8947
Julie Whicher Lic. RE Salesperson Laura Carroll Team M: 516.698.3975
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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
114 Brook Street, Garden City 7 BD | 4 BA | 1 HB | $2,398,000 Athena Menoudakos | M: 516.316.4955
124 Stratford Avenue, Garden City 7 BD | 3 BA | 1 HB | $1,995,000 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
224 Nassau Boulevard, Garden City 4 BD | 3 BA | $999,000 Stephen & Laura Baymack | M: 516.216.0244
206 Wetherill Road, Garden City 5 BD | 2 BA | 2 HB | $979,000 Maureen Lagarde | M: 516.850.7812
6 Pell Terrace, Garden City 4 BD | 2 BA | 1 HB | $929,000 Athena Menoudakos | M: 516.316.4955
1 Iris Lane, Garden City 3 BD | 2 BA | 1 HB | $899,000 Jennifer Sullivan | M: 516.361.7190
109 15th Street, H2, Garden City 2 BD | 1 BA | $390,000 Julie Whicher | M: 516.698.3975
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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6 Pell Terrace, Garden City 4 BD | 2 BA | 1 HB | $929,000 Open House: Saturday, June 18th 11:30-1:00 PM
Athena Menoudakos
Welcome home to a beautiful four bedroom, two and a half bath expanded cape situated on a park-like 177’ deep property. Bright open kitchen/large family room with fireplace overlooking a spacious and serene backyard, perfect for entertaining. Hardwood floors throughout, central AC and gas heating, plus fido fence. Includes room for a pool with proper permits.
Licensed Real Estate Salesperson athena.menoudakos@compass.com M: 516.316.4955 | O: 516.408.2231 Athena Menoudakos 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. 516.517.4751
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New to Market | 3 BD 2 BA 1 HB | $899,000
1 Iris Lane, Garden City Open House: Saturday, June 18th, 12–2 PM Sunday, June 19th, 12–2 PM Beautiful three-bedroom, two and a half bath updated split level home situated on a private 80 x 100 lot offers wonderful family living and entertaining space. The main level welcomes you with a spacious formal living room, dining room and updated eat-in kitchen with new stainless-steel appliances. Upstairs, there is a lovely master bedroom with renovated en suite bath, two guest bedrooms and additional full hall bath. The lower level brings you to a wonderful family room, private home office, powder room and doors that lead out to the patio and rear yard. Other highlights include: renovated basement, attached two car garage, new double wide driveway, new CAC units and refinished hardwood floors. Conveniently located near school and neighborhood park. Incredible opportunity at $899,000!
Jen Sullivan Licensed Real Estate Salesperson jennifer.sullivan@compass.com M: 516.361.7190 Jen Sullivan is a licensed real estate salesperson 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. Nothing herein shall be construed as legal, accounting or other professional advice outside the realm of real estate brokerage. 516.517.4751
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German is for Everyone at: German American School German lessons since 1897
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WWII veteran attends Memorial Service
NY State Accredited Language Program
• Low tuition • Manhattan location: Upper East Side • No previous German necessary • Location also in Franklin Square • Minimum age: 6 years and Garden City (Long Island) Classes start second week in September inquiries to: kidslearngerman@aol.com or www.german-american-school.org
Colonel Aaron Ogden Chapter, NSDAR, Carla Hall D’Ambra, Regent, and Louise Rider, Vice-Regent, attended the Nassau County Veterans Memorial Service with Rosario Trovato, a 99-years-young WWII veteran at Eisenhower Park. Mr. Trovato is a proud Garden City resident.
Priced to sell at $779,000 99 7th Street Unit #4C 3 BD • 2 BA • Top Floor • Corner Unit Garage Parking • Taxes $8,666.62 Maintenance $756/month Showings By Private Appointment Only.
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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OFFERED AT $1,247,000 ∙ 4 BED ∙ 1.5 BATH ∙ TAXES $20,660.16
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The inviting front porch welcomes you to this stunning colonial in the desirable Adelphi section of the village with its beautifully manicured gardens.
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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Exciting changes at the Cathedral of the Incarnation The Dean of the Cathedral of the Incarnation has appointed the Rev. Kate Salisbury as Canon for Christian Education. In her new role, Canon Kate Salisbury will lead the cathedral’s Fellowship in Faith and Family Ministry programs. She will coordinate intergenerational Christian formation events, curate the Dean’s Forum and participate fully in the liturgical life of the cathedral. She will have special responsibility for Cathedral for Kids, a service for the young and the young at heart which is the centerpiece of children’s ministry at the cathedral. Later this summer the Cathedral will say farewell for now to Director of Family Ministry, Kate Akerman. Ms. Kate Akerman has served as the family ministry coordinator and director of family ministries since 2018. Her time in this role at the Cathedral is coming to a close. Over the past several years she has been discerning her vocation and call to the priesthood. This fall she is following that call to Union Theological Seminary in Manhattan to begin her Masters of Divinity program. Kate Akerman is sponsored in her postulancy by the Dean and the cathedral congregation, thus remaining a part of the cathedral family! Canon Kate Salisbury and Kate Akerman have worked together on diocesan formation efforts for several years, and will spend the summer handing off
ministry responsibilities and ensuring a smooth transition as they work together on the Seedlings program and at the Neighborhood Mass on Sundays at 9:15am. Canon Kate Salisbury has pursued her love of creative Christian education in Episcopal schools and churches since 2004. She has served as director of youth and young adult ministries at St. James’ Church, Madison Avenue, director of Christian education at First Presbyterian Church, Brooklyn and, most recently, associate rector at St. Ann & the Holy Trinity Church and Pro-Cathedral, where her focus is family worship and Sunday School. For years, Canon Kate Salisbury has created original, faith-based curricula that incorporate love of God and the natural world, Biblical literacy, service work, and the arts. These include the recent Instruments of Peace puppet and songwriting series on the legacy of St. Francis and a Psalms project in which children create illuminated manuscripts using medieval techniques. Over the years, Kate has had the pleasure of serving as a school, camp and hospital chaplain, and of leading numerous youth service trips. Canon Kate Salisbury holds a Masters of Divinity from Yale University and a Masters of Sacred Theology, cum laude, from the General Theological Seminary (GTS). For her thesis project at GTS, she
Canon Kate Salisbury (left) with daughters Virginia and Jane, and husband Ian. designed a pilgrimage from the statue of Minerva in Brooklyn’s Green-Wood Cemetery to the Statue of Liberty in New York Harbor. Canon Kate Salisbury values her connection to the cathedral community, and currently serves on The Cathedral Chapter. She sits on the board of the Mercer School, where she has been active in implementing Sacred Ground, the Episcopal Church’s anti-racism curriculum, in the diocese. She is a longtime member and former president of the Brooklyn Heights Interfaith Clergy
Association. Canon Kate Salisbury lives in Brooklyn Heights with her husband Ian, and their two daughters, Virginia and Jane. She is thrilled to be joining the ministry of the Cathedral, and eager to support and grow a vibrant program for families and children on the close. Please join the Cathedral as it welcomes Canon Kate and pray for the continued success of Kate Akerman as she enters seminary!
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206 Wetherill Road, Garden City 5 BD | 2 BA | 2 HB | $979,000 Exceptional value! Perfectly situated mid-block Colonial with over 2000 square feet of living space. With hardwood floors throughout, this home offers five spacious bedrooms, two full and two half baths. A beautiful living room with a fireplace, and dining room lined with the most attractive millwork. It has a full finished basement with rec area, laundry, storage, and utilities. Access to the two-car garage, young siding, roof, inground sprinkler system, and security and fire alarm systems. This beautifully manicured property has a private backyard with lovely patio and sits on a 60x100 lot. It is close to schools, the park, shopping, and the Long Island Railroad station. Low taxes!
Maureen Lagarde, CBR Licensed Real Estate Salesperson M: 516.850.7812 | O: 516.408.2231 maureen.lagarde@compass.com Maureen Lagarde] 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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DAR Chapter presents ROTC Award Maggie Louise Rider of Colonel Aaron Ogden Chapter, NSDAR, was among a number of presenters recognizing various outstanding Cadets at a presentation ceremony at Hofstra University. This year's DAR recipient of the ROTC Award, nominated by Shari Greenburg of the Military Science Dept (ROTC) at Hofstra University, was MSV Cadet Emily Daubenspeck, a senior graduating in May of 2022. Greenburg stated with admiration that Cadet Daubenspeck was at the top of her class and showed great leadership. Ms. Rider is the National Defense
Maggie Louis Rider of the Colonel Aaron Ogden Chapter NSDAR, with ROTC medal winner Emily Daubenspeck.
Chair of the Garden City-based Colonel Aaron Ogden Chapter NSDAR, which is led by Regent Carla Hall D'Ambra. Ms. Rider was pleased to present the gold ROTC medal, certificate and cash award to Emily Daubenspeck at this happy event. The chapter was among a group of many patriotic organizations, includ-
ing the VFW, American Legion, Jewish War Veterans and several other groups, to recognize Student ROTC leaders that day. NSDAR’s ROTC Program was instituted in 1967 as a means of recognizing and rewarding student Cadets and Midshipmen of outstanding ability and
achievement. A candidate for a DAR ROTC medal must be in the top 25% of their class in ROTC and other academic subjects. In addition the candidate must demonstrate good character, leadership, and a fundamental and patriotic understanding of the importance of ROTC Training.
Various local patriotic organizations presented their awards to Hofstra University students at the ceremony
FOR SALE BY OWNER
OPEN HOUSE Saturday, June 18th 10AM to Noon. 36 Wyatt Road, Garden City Classic 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath Mott on great street. Close to schools, parks and town. First floor features living room with fireplace, dining room, den and sunroom w/ wonderful light. Second floor features master with large walk in closet, large twin room and single room. Beautiful hardwood floors throughout. Separate large garage in back. New Deck. Asking $889,000 Principals only Call or text Dave: 203-536-0887
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36 FENIMORE AVE, GARDEN CITY 5 bedroom, 4.5 bath Colonial with open concept. Den/family room, eat-in kitchen with granite counters, formal dining room, foyer, master bath, pantry, powder room, storage, walk-in closet. ML#3366560 | $2,599,000
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30 KINGSBURY ROAD, GARDEN CITY Location, Location, Location,Beautiful Brick Colonial is situated midblock in the heart of the sought after Mott Section. First floor features spacious living rm w/fireplace that flows open to a formal dining rm, kitchen, full bath, laundry room, and garage access complete the first floor. The second floor boasts a large primary and two additional sunny bedrooms. This storybook home is being sold as is. Endless possibilities... ML#3403003 | $849,000
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PrIstine Dormered Cape featuring 4 BDs & 2 Full BAs. LR; Kitchen w New Appls; DR. Full Basement w Open 2 rms; Storage; Egress, Laundry & Utilities. Backyard Oasis w IGP, Enclosed 3 Season Breezeway; Side Porch from Kitchen; 1 Car Gar w Storage. Convenient to Mass Transit & 30 mins to NYC. SD#26. Entertainer's Delight! ML#3404727 | $930,000
Dormered Cape featuring 5 BDs & 2 full BAs. LR; open kitchen to dining area. Full basement w 2 rooms, laundry & utilities. Backyard on 50x100, deck, 1 car gar. LIRR w 30 mins to NYC. Village amenities: rec center w pool/tennis/park. SD#22. ML#3399056 | $749,000
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Diligence. Professionalism. Integrity.
Garden City Casino Ladies Member-Guest Tournament
No matter what your real estate needs may be, Maureen Lagarde is here to help. Your professional consultation is just one phone call away.
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.
Are you thinking of selling your home? Let Jen Sullivan Guide you. Whether you are downsizing, or searching for your dream home, allow Jen’s experience, passion, and results to work for you. Reach out any time. 516.361.7190
Jen Sullivan Licensed Real Estate Salesperson Founding Agent of Long Island Member of the Luxury Division jennifer.sullivan@compass.com M: 516.361.7190 Jen Sullivan is an individual real estate agent affiliated with Compass. Compass is a licensed real estate broker and abides by equal housing opportunity laws. Garden City Office. 516.408.2231
Liz Chen and Samantha Mangieri, winners of the Member Guest Tournament, with Christina Joelson and Patti Trillo, who came in second. The Casino’s Ladies Member-Guest was held on Monday, June 13. The weather was wonderful for outdoor tennis and the guests enjoyed the day. Congratulations to winners (Samantha Mangieri & Liz Chen), and runners-up
(Christina Joelson & Patti Trillo), and to the third place contestants (Sivan Chapman & Kathleen Noonan). A special thank you goes to organizers Patty Hamilton and Christina Joelson.
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Pete Diaz 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.
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 summer.
Oceans of Possibilities Adult Summer Reading Club
Registration is Underway! Registration began on Monday, June 13, for the “Oceans of Possibilities” Summer Reading Club! Adults can register online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Registrants can pick up their Summer Reading Club folder 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). Adults who submit one raffle entry will have a chance to win one of this year’s raffle prizes. All books must be read and reviewed now through 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 are as follows: • Kindle Paperwhite • $100 Gift Card to B K Sweeney’s Uptown Grille • $100 Gift Card to Revel Restaurant • $100 Gift Card to Noblesse Nail & Spa • A food gift basket The more books you read and the more reviews you enter, the more chances you have to win! If you have any questions, email the Reference Department at https://www.gardencitypl.org/speaking-of-books/.
Monday Movie Matinees: “Belfast”
The Garden City Public Library will be kicking off the return of Monday Movie Matinees with the 2021 film “Belfast” on Monday, June 20, at 3 p.m. This Academy Award winning film stars Caitriona Balfe, Judi Dench,
Jamie Dornan, Ciaran Hinds, Colin Morgan, and Jude Hill and was written and directed by Kenneth Branagh. About the film: “A young boy and his working-class Belfast family experience the tumultuous late 1960s.” No registration is required, but seating is on a first come, first served basis. Movie Matinees will continue weekly on Mondays at 3 p.m., except for the Independence Day holiday on July 4. More upcoming titles will be announced soon. This program has been sponsored by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.
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 began 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.
Gourmet Italian Bread Pizza with Chef Robert Dell’Amore
Join us on Tuesday, July 19, at 2 p.m. for Gourmet Italian Bread Pizza with Chef Robert Dell’Amore. Learn how to make this vegetarian pizza, described as follows: “Sautéed garlic, organic spinach, mushrooms, sun dried tomatoes, and caramelized onions on delicious, toasted sesame seeded Italian bread. All done with a skillet and toaster oven! Pizza perfection.” Participants will also get to enjoy free samples. Registration is required and begins Tuesday, July 5,
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at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www. gardencitypl.org) or in person at the Garden City Public Library. This program has been sponsored by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.
Defensive Driving Course with Empire Safety Council
Join us on Friday, July 22, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. for a Defensive Driving Course with the Empire Safety Council. Receive 10% reduction on automobile/ liability insurance and qualify for a license point reduction. Register in person at the Garden City Public Library beginning Monday, June 27, at 10 a.m. The first 3 weeks of registration is limited to Garden City Public Library cardholders only. Those without a Garden City Public Library card can begin registering on Monday, July 18. Register separately for each person. Proper ID is required when registering an absentee party. You must bring a $30 check made payable to Empire Safety Council and current Library card with you to register. Bring your valid New York State driver’s license and a pen to class.
Book Chats with Kristen Sweeney & Laura Giunta: “Radar Girls” by Sara Ackerman
Chats book discussion on Tuesday, July 26 at 2 p.m. to chat about the book “Radar Girls” by Sara Ackerman. Read the book and then join Librarians Kristen Sweeney and Laura Giunta for a book discussion. About the book: “Inspired by the real women of the Women’s Air Raid Defense, this extraordinary novel follows Daisy Wilder as she, after the attack on Pearl Harbor, enlists in a top secret program, which takes her to wartime Hawaii where she finds love, courage, strength, and sisterhood.” Registration is required and begins Monday, June 27, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) or in person at the Garden City Public Library. Registrants can pick up the book at the Reference Department at the Library after registering. Refreshments will be served. This program has been sponsored by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library. 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!
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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 is Underway! Registration began on Monday, June 13, 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/.
Oceans of Possibilities Creative Arts Contest
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/.
Tween Thursdays: “Just Roll With It” Book Discussion and Author Chat
Join Miss Laura and Miss Barbara as they welcome author Lee Durfey-Lavoie and illustrator Veronica Agarwal, as we discuss their graphic novel “Just Roll With It” during a Tween Book Discussion for Tween Thursdays. This program is for tweens entering Grades 4–7 in fall 2022 only. This program will be held Thursday, July 28, at 4 p.m. Registration is required and begins Tuesday, June 28, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Tweens entering Grades 6 and 7 in fall 2022 who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library
Tree Ornaments for Community Service: 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 10 a.m. 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 10 a.m. to Friday, July 1, at 4 p.m. Registration Week Two: Monday, July 4, at 10 a.m to Friday, July 8, at 4 p.m. Registration Week Three: Monday, July 11, at 10 a.m. to Friday, July 15, at 4 p.m. Registration Week Four: Monday, July 18, at 10 a.m. to Friday, July 22, at 4 p.m. Registration Week Five: Monday, July 25, at 10 a.m. to Friday, July 29, at 4 p.m Registration Week Six: Monday, August 1, at 10 a.m. to Friday, August 5, at 4 p.m. 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.
Tweens and Teens Summer Reading Kick-Off Ice Cream Social
Kick-off this year’s Summer Reading Club with our Tweens and Teens Summer Reading Kick-Off Ice Cream Social! This program is for tweens and teens entering Grades 6–12 in fall 2022 only and will be held Thursday, June 23, at 4:30 p.m. Registration is required and began Tuesday, June 14, online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. Teens who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.
Book Buddies for Community Service
Tweens and teens can earn community service by hand-knitting octopuses that will be donated as Book Buddies
to children at Anna House. The Book Buddies are designed to give children at Anna House a “buddy” to read aloud to, helping to encourage confidence in reading. This program will be led by a Girl Scout working on her Gold Award and will be held Monday, June 27, at 1 p.m. This program is for tweens and teens entering Grades 6–12 in fall 2022 only. Registration is required and begins Tuesday, June 21, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org).
Tweens and Teens Dungeons and Dragons
Join us for a Tweens and Teens Dungeons and Dragons game and learn how to play the famous fantasy role-playing game! Beginners are welcome! This program is 4 weeks; registrants will be signed up for all four sessions. The four sessions are as follows: • Monday, June 27, 4 p.m.–5:30 p.m. • Monday, July 11, 4 p.m.–5:30 p.m. • Monday, July 18, 4 p.m.–5:30 p.m. • Monday, July 25, 4 p.m.–5:30 p.m. Registration began Tuesday, June 14 at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. This program is for tweens and teens entering Grades 6–12 in fall 2022 only. Teens who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.
Teen Creative Writing Workshop
Join us for a Teen Creative Writing Workshop on Tuesday, June 28 at 4:30PM. Get challenged with writing prompts and activities, and even get inspired to write something for this year's Tweens and Teens Creative Arts Contest! This program is for tweens and teens entering Grades 6–12 in fall 2022 only. Registration is required and begins Tuesday, June 21 online at 10 a.m. Teens who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.
Teen Paint Night for Community Service
Join us for this Teen Paint Night for Community Service program on Wednesday, June 29 at 6 p.m. This program is for tweens and teens entering Grades 6-12 in fall 2022 only. Registration is required and begins Tuesday, June 21 online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) at 10 a.m. Participants will get one large 16”x20” canvas and up to four small 4”x4” mini canvases to paint. In order to earn community service, the large canvas and at least one of the four mini canvases each participant paints must be painted with an “Oceans
of Possibilities” theme to be used in the Library’s Tweens and Teens Tiny Art display outside the Tweens and Teens Room and for the Lower Level Gallery’s Art Show in July as part of this year's Summer Reading Club. The artwork will be displayed through the month of July. Afterward, participants can pick up their art until September 9. Artwork will be held no longer than September 9. Artwork included in the display can be submitted toward this year’s Tweens and Teens Creative Arts Contest. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.
Intro to Safe Babysitting
Join us for this Babysitting Workshop program, Intro to Safe Babysitting on Thursday, June 30, at 11:30 a.m. This program is for tweens and teens entering Grades 6–12 in fall 2022 only. We will be using the Intro to Safe Babysitting curriculum from Safe Sitter®. Registrants must bring a doll to practice diapering. Registration is required and begins Tuesday, June 21, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www. gardencitypl.org). Teens who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.
Volunteers Needed: Reading Pals
Volunteer to read to and then do a craft with children ages PreK-Grade 2 during the program Reading Pals! The Reading Pals program runs from 1:30 p.m.–-2 p.m. Volunteers are asked to arrive at 1 p.m to review the material before the start of the program and stay until 2:30 p.m. to help clean up. Volunteers must be entering Grades 6–12 in fall 2022 only. Volunteer registration should be done online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) at the following dates and times: • Session One: June 30 - Register beginning Tuesday, June 21, at 10 a.m. • Session Two: July 7 - Register beginning Tuesday, June 28, at 10 a.m. • Session Three: July 14 Register beginning Tuesday, July 5, at 10 a.m. • Session Four: July 21 Register beginning Tuesday, July 12, at 10 a.m. • Session Five: July 28 - Register beginning Tuesday, July 19, at 10 a.m. These programs have been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.
Tween Thursdays: Learn Magic with Ari Bisk
Join us for Tween Thursdays and learn magic during the program, Learn Magic with Ari Bisk! This program is for tweens entering Grades 4–7 in fall 2022 only. This program will be held Thursday, June 30 at 4 p.m. Registration
is required and begins Tuesday, June 21 at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www. gardencitypl.org). Tweens entering Grades 6 and 7 in fall 2022 who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library
Teen Advisory Board Meeting
The next meeting of the Teen Advisory Board is Tuesday, July 5, 4:30 p.m.–5:30 p.m. The meeting is for Tweens and Teens entering Grades 6–12 in fall 2022. Registration begins Tuesday, June 28, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). If you are interested in helping to come up with programming ideas, volunteer ideas, or social media outreach ideas for Tweens and Teens in Grades 6-12, consider joining the Teen Advisory Board. Online applications are available at https://www.gardencitypl. org/teen-advisory-board-application/ Applicants should be in Grades 6–12.
Teen Yoga with Cindy Valentine
Learn yoga with Cindy Valentine during the program Teen Yoga on Wednesday, July 6, at 2:30 p.m. This program is for tweens and teens entering Grades 6–12 in fall 2022 only. Registration is required and begins Tuesday, June 28, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Teens who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.
Teen Movie Night
Join us on Wednesday, July 6, at 6 p.m. for snacks as we watch the movie “Encanto” during Teen Movie Night! This program is for tweens and teens entering Grades 6–12 in fall 2022 only. Registration is required and begins Tuesday, June 28 online at 10 a.m. Teens who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.
Tweens and Teens Magic: The Gathering
Join us on Thursday, July 7, at 4 p.m. as we play Magic: The Gathering and learn how to play the famous trading card game! Beginners are welcome! Players can use decks at the Library, donated from MagiKids, or bring their own deck. This program is for tweens and teens entering Grades 6–12 in fall 2022 only. Registration is required and begins Tuesday, June 28, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Teens who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in
this program. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.
Tree Ornaments for Community Service: Pineapple 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 July, ornaments are pineapples, which will be used to decorate the Tweens and Teens Ornament Tree in August. Registration begins Tuesday, July 12, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Completed ornaments must be returned by July 21 to the Library. Registrants will be asked to pick up their ornaments at the Library in order to participate in this community service program. Volunteers must return three decorated ornaments and their set of paint pens in order to receive community service. Volunteers will receive two hours for every three ornaments they submit, at the discretion of the Tweens and Teens Department. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.
Teen Crafternoon: Under the Sea Mason Jars
Join us on Tuesday, July 12, at 4:30 p.m. for Teen Crafternoon, where we’ll be making Under the Sea Mason Jars! This program is for tweens and teens entering Grades 6–12 in fall 2022 only. Registration is required and begins Tuesday, July 5 ,at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl. org). Teens who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.
Teen Jigsaw Puzzle Tournament
Work in teams to try to complete a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle in one and a half hours during our Teen Jigsaw Puzzle Tournament on Wednesday, July 13, at 6 p.m.! The team who finishes first or has the least amount of pieces left at the end of an hour and a half wins! This program is for tweens and teens entering Grades 6–12 in fall 2022 only. Registration is required and begins Tuesday, July 5, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Teens who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.
Tween Thursdays: Games in the Afternoon
Play tabletop board games and video games on our Nintendo Switch consoles during the program Tween Thursdays: Games in the Afternoon! This program is for tweens entering Grades 4–7 in fall 2022 only. This program will be held Thursday, July 14, at 4 p.m. Registration is required and begins Tuesday, July 5, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www. gardencitypl.org). Tweens entering Grades 6 and 7 in fall 2022 who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.
Teen Gourmet Italian Bread Pizza with Chef Robert Dell’Amore
Join us for Gourmet Italian Bread Pizza with Chef Robert Dell’Amore on Tuesday, July 19, at 3:30 p.m.. Learn how to make this vegetarian pizza, described as follows: “Sautéed garlic, organic spinach, mushrooms, sundried tomatoes, and caramelized onions on delicious, toasted sesame seeded Italian bread. All done with a skillet and toaster oven! Pizza perfection.” Participants will also get to enjoy free samples. Registration is required and begins Tuesday, July 12, online at 10 a.m. Teens who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.
Teen Outdoor Games
Play outdoor games including a three-legged race, egg and spoon race, cornhole, and Capture the Flag with Water Balloons, plus more during our Teen Outdoor Games program on Wednesday, July 20, at 6 p.m.! This program is for tweens and teens entering Grades 6-12 in fall 2022 only. Registration is required and begins Tuesday, July 12, online at 10 a.m. In the event of rain, this event will be canceled. Teens who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.
Tweens and Teens Magic: The Gathering
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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. 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/ .
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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Library books at the Pool The Friends of the GC Library are pleased to continue the long held GC tradition of the GC Library Pool Books. Residents are welcome to read and enjoy these books at no charge and to pass them along to others. No library card is required, though having a library card is always a great idea! Look for the sign in the entryway and the adult section of the pool. The books in
the entryway are of general interest for all age groups (children, young adults and adults) while the books in the adult section cater to adult readers. The Friends hope to see you at our PopUp Book Sale on Saturday, July 9, from 11:00–2:00. For more information on the Friends of the GC Library, please see the library website at gardencitypl.org
It’s movie time at the Library The Friends of the Garden City Library are very pleased to announce the resumption of their very popular weekly Monday Matinees. On June 20, the film “Belfast”, a 2021 blockbuster, will be featured at a 3 p.m. showing at the lower level of the Garden City Library. The time might be changed — but the friendly smiles, the sense of camaraderie, the air conditioning and the charm
of Steve Tobias will still be there on display. You can also look forward to the release, very shortly, of a schedule of the films that will be presented during the rest of the summer Mondays (with the exception of July 4). So, block out Mondays on your calendar, as you now have dates at the library with MUST SEE friends and films.
Library closed Sundays in summer The Garden City Public Library will be closed on Sunday for the summer beginning Father’s Day June 19th. The Library’s regular hours from Monday through Saturday remain unchanged. Regular Sunday hours will resume after
Labor Day beginning Sunday, September 11. You can visit the Library 24/7 at www.gardencitypl.org to access online services such as electronic databases and downloadable eBooks, audiobooks, and periodicals.
Library offers summer loan program The Garden City Public Library is offering a summer loan program for Garden City patrons who are planning to travel or vacation for an extended period of time this summer. The summer loan is only for books that have been in circulation for longer than six months and are borrowed beginning Monday, June 20. The loan period begins June 20
and concludes Monday, September 12. This special loan program does not apply to new books, children’s and young adult school summer reading list books, large print books, travel books, magazines, and media including DVDs, audiobooks, music CDs, Playaways, and Launchpads. The Summer Loan program is for Garden City Public Library cardholders only.
Celebrate Dad!
Sunday, June 19, 2022, is Father’s Day! Celebrate the dad in your life by checking out a book on dads, daddys, fathers, pops, grandpas, and uncles! Here’s a few suggestions: “Daddy is a Doodlebug” by Bruce Degen, “I Love You Grandpa” by Jillian Harker, “Things to Do with Dad” by Sam Zuppardi, “Daddies are Awesome” by Meredith Costain, “We Love Our Dad” by Jan & Mike Berenstain, and “Father’s Day” by Anne Rockwell. Happy Father’s Day!
Juneteenth - Sunday, June 19
Sunday, June 19, 2022 is also known as Juneteenth. On June 19, 1865, enslaved African Americans in Texas were told they were free. A century and a half later, people across the U.S. continue to celebrate the day, which is now a federal holiday celebrated on Monday, June 20. We have on display the following books: “Opal Lee and What It Means to Be Free: The True Story of the Grandmother of Juneteenth” by Alice Faye Duncan, “Juneteenth” by Julie Murray, “Juneteenth” by Lynn Peppas and “Juneteenth” by Vaunda Micheaux Nelson and Drew Nelson. https://www.nytimes.com/article/juneteenth-day-celebration.html
The Summer Fun Has Begun at the Library!
The Summer fun is back! Below is the schedule of what we’re planning for the Summer Reading Club for the Weeks of June 20, June 27 and July 4. For further programming information, please check Eventkeeper. Registration for the Summer Reading Club began on Monday, June 13, 2022 and continues through Tuesday, August 2, 2022. Registration is online with Eventkeeper (www. gardencitypl.org). Friday, July 17, the first Guessing Game winner will be announced!
Programs
Week of June 20, 2022
Tuesday, June 21, 7:00–7:45 p.m.: Family Light Saber Training (Ages 4–5th Grade & Families) Registration is in progress now. Wednesday, June 22, 7:00–7:45 p.m.: Tots Night Out with a Time For Kids (Ages 2–5 Not Entering Kindergarten) Registration is in progress now.
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 2½ 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, firstserved basis.
Adelphi plans field hockey camp for girls ages 8–18 Adelphi University will be hosting a field hockey day camp from June 27–30 for girls ages 8–18. All skill levels are welcome. Campers will enjoy a fun and
intensive week of camp with focused drills and competitive play. The camp will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Training will be from Adelphi coaches and players, and will focus
on technique, strategy and confidence. Participants will get a Nike Field Hockey Camp jersey and prizes. The camp is a partner camp of
Attention students!
USA Field Hockey. For information on registering, please call 1-800-NIKE-CAMP
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THE VIEW FROM HERE
Trump vs. Biden in ‘24: No sure thing BY BOB MORGAN, JR. Right after President Biden was inaugurated, I wondered in a column whether the country was facing a four year political battle between supporters of Mr. Biden and his ousted predecessor, Donald J. Trump. Only one defeated President, Grover Cleveland, managed to win back his office, but it seemed pretty clear that Mr Trump and his supporters were gearing up for a rematch. For their part, supporters of Mr. Biden were eagerly hoping for an eight year administration. A year and a half later, another Trump-Biden election, while certainly still possible, seems significantly less likely. First let’s discuss the current political prospects of Donald Trump. A fair political question is how much the current hearings on the January 6, 2021 riot will affect the 2022 and 2024 elections. My tentative answer is that the hearings will be largely ignored and viewed by many as unfair and politically motivated. Overall, the hearings likely will have little adverse political effect on Republicans generally. Nevertheless, and this is important, they may have a significant negative impact on Mr. Trump’s ability to win his party’s nomination. Let me unpack that a little. The biggest reason that the hearings are unlikely to gain political momentum is that they are totally overshadowed by other issues and concerns. Inflation rates are at a 40 year high and gas prices are at $5 a gallon, producing a devastating effect on the finances of many families. The most prominent likely measure to be employed by the government to combat inflation -- interest rate increases -- may well lead to a recession and further declines in the stock market, and to the value of retirement savings accounts. The war in the Ukraine, with its substantial effects on both energy prices and the supply chain, seems to be stalemated. The committee also has to combat a strong perception of bias. After the appointment to the committee of three pro-Trump Republicans was rejected, the committee only consists
of Democrats and two strongly antiTrump Republicans. What is lacking, obviously due to the committee’s partisan cast, is serious cross-examination of witnesses, as well as exploration of subjects not consistent with the committee’s overall narrative that that riots were basically fomented by Mr Trump. Having said this, however, there seems to be growing sentiment among Republican primary voters to look forward rather than backwards and to reject Mr. Trump’s overwhelming focus on the “stolen” 2020 election. In Georgia, primary voters decisively rejected Mr. Trump’s efforts to oust Governor Brian Kemp and Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger, who Mr. Trump contended were insufficiently supportive of his challenge of the Georgia vote count. And this sentiment has been increasingly echoed in the right-leaning segment of the media. The New York Post editorial board, long supportive of Mr. Trump, broke with him in a rather remarkable editorial on June 10. The paper declared that January 6 was a “national shame” and that is time for Republicans to move on from Mr. Trump. And another major organ of the right, the Wall Street Journal editorial board, declared last week that January 6 committee produced a “damning look at President Trump’s scheme to remain in office” and declared that “Mr. Trump betrayed is supporters by conning them on Jan. 6 and he is still doing it”. Now let’s turn to Mr. Biden. In a surprising story in the staunchly liberal New York Times, the paper reported on Democrat “whispers” that Mr. Biden should not run in 2024. The article described interviews with approximately 50 Democrats who expressed alarm at Mr. Biden’s leadership, age and ability to take on Mr. Trump. Strategist David Axelrod declared that the presidency is a “monstrously taxing job” and noted that Mr. Biden would be closer to 90 than 80 at the end of a second term. Of course, a Trump-Biden matchup could still happen in 2024 but there are increasing reasons to believe that it won’t.
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2022 Gazebo Concerts on the Village Green
In cooperation with Steve Dassa Entertainment, the Garden City Recreation Department is pleased to announce a stellar 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 p.m. In the event of rain, shows will be moved indoors to Cluett Hall, on the grounds of Historic 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 Fruitegum 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
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.
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.
Monday Senior Bridge Results The winners of the Monday, June 13, games: North/South 1st Place: Pat Fontaine and Ellen Moynahan 2nd Place: Grace Basile and Rudy Kaiser East/West 1st Place: Carrie Flapan and Dian Kendrick 2nd Place: Peg Burns and Terry Schoenig
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Invites Garden City Residents to the
FIRST TOWN HALL on the
FUTURE OF ST. PAUL’S TUESDAY, JUNE 21ST 7:30 pm CLUETT HALL ST. PAUL’S CAMPUS Members of the Committee will be available to discuss potential programming uses for the St. Paul’s building and answer questions.
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The Mayor’s Committee on St. Paul’s
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No. 3 in a Series of Reports from The Mayor’s Committee on St Paul’s
Potential Uses Of St. Paul’s The Programmatic Use and Analytics Committee was charged by the Mayor in January 2022 to identify, categorize, and evaluate all historic and current potential uses of the St Paul’s Campus. Additionally, all identified potential permitted uses were to be analyzed for their legal, engineering, architectural and financial components and impact on the Village. Once the historical and current potential permitted uses were identified, the Committee was to evaluate the range of possible Demolition options for the buildings on the campus. The Committee’s preliminary evaluations and final recommendation were to be available to the residents. Additionally, all residents were to be invited to speak to the Committee in at least two public sessions. Finally, the residents were to be surveyed as to their thoughts, preferences and sensitivity to potential permitted uses and annual costs.
Permitted And Restricted Uses Initially, the Committee reviewed the NYS Supreme Court decision in the Rafferty-McDonough-Kenny lawsuit (the “Kenny” lawsuit). The Kenny lawsuit held that the Village could not permit the campus or buildings to be used for any private purpose unless that private purpose was approved by the NYS legislature in “Home Rule” legislation. Consequently, previously considered private and /or public-private uses as well as “Shared Responsibility” projects were prohibited. Specifically that means private development similar to Avalon Bay, real estate Co-ops and Care Matrix Senior Care were prohibited. Simultaneously, the Committee researched all the uses suggested by residents since 1992 to date as well as surveyed the entire St Paul’s
Committee to determine if any committee member had a preference or suggested use. Research into other National and New York community efforts at similar or adaptive reuse projects was completed. The Preliminary Catalogue of historically resident suggested uses was further categorized into several similar uses. Those similar uses included: “Municipal Use” generally refers to use by the Village government/administration. “Parkland Use” generally refers to community activities that are athletic, recreational, artistic, theatrical, musical, educational and recreational. “Judicial/CourtPermitted” use generally refers to those uses that have been specifically permitted by judicial approval. “Non-permitted Uses” refer to those uses that are generally private and/or public-private and/or “Shared Responsibility”uses.
Historically Requested Uses The complete list of historically requested uses by Village residents follows. This preliminary list will be expanded by resident comments received by the Committee during the two scheduled public sessions as well as the Resident Survey. The only limitations which constrained the Committee were the final engineering and architectural review which determined that the buildings were structurally sound and could accommodate the range of historical uses the Committee was then reviewing. The Committee will also review and evaluate the range of possible Demolition alternatives for the campus. These alternatives will be presented to the residents in the same manner that the Permitted Programmatic Uses will be provided to residents. The Committee welcomes all residents to share their thoughts, preferences and ideas on potential permitted uses as well as thoughts on Demolition at the initial Public Session to be held June 21, 2022 at Cluett Hall at 7:30pm. 6/17/22
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The following is a documented list of uses of St. Paul’s requested by residents over the years. No decisions have been made and the Committee is asking for your feedback. Historical Resident Requests Adult Education Art Studios R Bandshell Bridge/Cards/Mahjong/Bunko Central Park/Sensory Garden R Chapel: Tiffany Glass Chess Club – ALL ages/intergenerational Collaborative space R Community Center R
Exercise – various workout areas R Exhibition Space Farmer’s Market Fundraisers (Andy Foundation) Game Room R Garden Club GC Charitable Organizations Intergenerational programs: Youths and Seniors working together! Lab Space R
Technology area where students help residents with their computer/cell needs. Theater Programs/Films/Recital Hall R Tutoring Rooms Wellness Programs (e.g.: RVC and other LI towns have a nurse visit their community center for seniors to continue wellness and ask questions. R
Community Service Opportunities R Computer Rooms Cooking Classes Craft Rooms R Daycare Educational Use R Events/Catering
Lecture Hall R LEGO® / Robotics Lab R Library Outreach Meeting Space Mentorship Programs Music Programs/Practice space Pre K Programs Reading Rooms Recreation – the rec dept needs space! R Respite Program for Special Needs families Scouts: Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, etc. Senior Center – more space for a vibrant, active senior population Snack Bar/Coffee Station Special Needs programs R Sports: indoor turf, etc R S.T.E.A.M. Science Technology Engineering Arts Mathematics (Rec Dept’s programs are so successful they need more space to expand programs) R
Not An Acceptable Use Apartments / Co-ops / Condos Assisted Living Facility Commercial Hotel Housing Medical Facility Private Use Shared Responsiblity
St. Paul’s Committee’s First Town Meeting Tuesday, June 21st 7:30 pm Cluett Hall St. Paul’s Campus St. Paul’s Committee’s Resident Survey Summer/Fall 2022
Demolition Proposals are invited to be presented at the Town Meeting June 21 Cluett Hall R = Recreation already has a program but needs to expand to a larger age group. Many Recreation Department activities sell out within hours. 6/17/22
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THE MAYOR’S UPDATE cveneziale@gardencityny.net
LIRR Landscaping
The LIRR Third Track Contractor, 3TC, and subcontractor, Sweet Hollow Nursery, is proceeding with the approved enhanced landscaping plan at Main Avenue. The new enhanced landscaping work includes large specimen shrubs and trees in accordance with the enhanced landscaping agreement I and the Third Track Committee negotiated. Oversight of the landscaping work is headed by Trustee Bruce Chester and resident volunteers Paul Rothenbiller and Celia Peterson, landscape architect. The recently installed enhanced landscaping has provided immediate impact to Main Avenue from Tanners Pond Road to Merillon Avenue. The landscape work will continue for the next several weeks, moving eastward to Strawberry Field.
Water tank filling complete
Filling of the new water tank is complete, a final step in a long process to replace the one million gallon storage structure. Water quality samples were taken on June 10, 2022. H2M is awaiting those results in order to request completed works from the Nassau County Health Department. Village Administrator Ralph Suozzi expects to be fully online for the
high water season. Originally constructed in 1933, the 89-year-old tank has been offline for nearly three years. It was last rehabilitated in 1992; emergency repairs were made to the tank’s roof due to leaks and holes in 2015.
Fire Safety Committee Recommendations
Following up on Fire Safety Committee recommendations made in November 2021, Trustee Bruce Torino advised the Board that the Fire Chiefs have been looking very closely at the internal recommendations. While things don’t appear on the surface as moving along, they actually are, Trustee Torino said. To boost enrollment, the Department received a $21,000 donation from a firm that GCFD members met at a convention in Cleveland. The funds created a recruitment video filmed back in January to encourage residents to join the Department’s ranks. To see the video, visit joingcfdny.com. Further,
the Committee recommended standardizing the configuration of Engine companies when they are purchased in the future. The Department currently has three engines - each situated at a fire station and made by three different manufacturers. If the fleet is standardized, volunteers could train on one engine, which would alleviate concerns when apparatus goes out of service. It would also make the training and qualification process much easier, according to Chief Matthew Pearn.
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National Grid Work
Over the next week, neighbors can expect to see the following activities during work hours: Continued commissioning activity for the newly installed infrastructure on Stewart Avenue. Please note that this may require extended working hours. As commissioning progresses, National Grid will begin to demobilize and backfill the work zone.
Traffic Management Updates: • Westbound traffic may be reduced to one lane on Stewart Avenue, between Arthur Street and Kellum Lane. • The U-turn in the Stewart Avenue median between Arthur Street and Kellum Lane will be closed at all times for the duration of the project. • Our crews will have flaggers present to redirect traffic as necessary.
GCFD May Activity
Chief Matthew Pearn reported that during May the Department responded to 113 total calls: • 101 “Signal 8” calls or non-emergency automatic alarms • 7 general alarms • 2 extrication calls where volunteers used extrication tools at motor vehicle accidents • 3 mutual aid calls to assist neighboring Fire Departments
Tree City USA
The Village of Garden City has earned recognition as a 2021 Tree City USA. The Arbor Day Foundation’s program highlights a community’s commitment to planting and caring See page 49
Congratulations to the 2022 Class of Gold Award Girl Scouts Girl Scouts are making meaningful, sustainable changes in their communities and around the world through the Girl Scout Gold Award, the highest honor a Girl Scout can earn. These 53 young women are courageous leaders and visionary changemakers. They are our future, and it looks bright! Baldwin Daniella McCoy Sterling Young-Wells Bay Kate Blundin Joan Olivero Bellmore Brigid Lamaze Morgan Schaefer Central Park Giuliana Feijoo
Shannon Graham Samantha LaSalla Paige Matarazzo Catherine Rovelli Great Neck Farah Daredia Nicole Kam Hardscrabble Sara Hughes Michaela Johnson Emma Grace Schneider
ELLM Amelia Doyle Colette Doyle
Herricks Aveena Desai Katerina Gounaris Emma Joseph
Floral Park/Bellerose Tulah Chatterton Emerson Lucatorto
Jericho/Syosset Ayesha Chandnani
Garden City Avery Davis Sofia Gargiulo
Manhasset Justine Cuomo Claire D’Ambrosio Samantha Palmadessa
To learn more about the Gold Award visit gsnc.org/gold
Sophia Stefanakis Emily Theodosopoulos
Rockville Centre Alison McManus
Massapequa Ava Fiorello Eden Price
Seaford/Wantagh Emma Alexander Rachael Brite Danielle Galardi Amanda Ham Katie Moulder Melanie Zylberberg
Merrick Skylynn Kilfoil Greaves Oceanside Allison Christel Gabriella Prendergast Park Amanda Joa Plainedge Brianna Kassatly Julianna McCarthy Port Washington Sasha Hyde
The Plains Priya Dubey Rhythm Osan WARM Sarah Faley Alexandra Mora Meghan O’Sullivan Deanna Polosino
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Business forgery On June 8th a Garden City business reports three company checks were stolen, forged, and cashed for a loss exceeding $46,000. Scam averted An elderly victim received a scam phone call on June 8th from a person who stated her daughter was arrested and would need $20,000 to post bail. The victim contacted her daughter and verified she was not arrested.
Identity theft arrest On June 10th Garden City Police arrested a 36-year-old woman for attempting to open a fraudulent credit card account at a local bank by using a forged driver’s license. Upon arrest, she was also found to be in possession of numerous fraudulent licenses and credit cards. She was charged with eight counts of possession of forged documents, identity theft, and criminal impersonation.
Excessive speed A motorist on Clinton Road and Stewart Avenue was charged with excessive speed and improper license plates on June 8th.
Stolen car A vehicle was reported stolen from a Tremont Street driveway on June 10th. The vehicle was tracked to a Newark location.
Unregistered operation A motorist on Clinton Road and Poplar Street on June 8th was charged with driving with improper plates and unregistered operation.
Excessive speed A motorist on Clinton Road on June 10th was charged with unlicensed operation and excessive speed.
Lost limb Officers responded to South Avenue for a fallen tree limb blocking the roadway on June 8th.
Passing stopped buses Two motorists were charged with passing stopped school buses on Rockaway Avenue on June 10th.
DWI arrest Officers arrested a 37-year-old woman on June 9th on Vassar Street for alleged DWI, obstructing traffic, and unsafe lane use.
Belmont Fair detail Garden City Police officers were assigned to traffic and safety details for the Belmont Fair on 7th Street on June 10th. During the event, Officers reunited two lost children with their families.
Another limb down Garden City Police responded to Cathedral Avenue on June 9th for a fallen tree limb blocking the roadway. Bridge vs. truck On June 9th officers responded to Cherry Valley Avenue where a truck struck the overpass. The driver was charged with disregarding bridge clearance signs. No soliciting Garden City Police issued an appearance ticket to a company for soliciting on Cherry Valley Avenue on June 9th. Unlicensed operation On June 9th a motorist on Greenridge Avenue was charged with unlicensed operation and passing a Stop sign at Clinch Avenue. A second motorist on Clinton Avenue was charged with unlicensed operation, speeding, and using a cell phone while driving.
Water leak help Garden City Police and Firefighters and the Water Department responded to a report of a water leak inside the home on June 11th. Firefighters and Water Department staff rendered the home safe by turning off the power and water supplies.
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THIS WEEK AT ROTARY NC County Comptroller Elaine Phillips Reports to Rotary
This past Tuesday, June 14, The Mineola-Garden City Rotary Club welcomed back as guest speaker, NC Comptroller Elaine Phillips. Elected in November 2021, Comptroller Phillips was the first women to be elected to the office. Following a long and successful career in finance and public service … as mayor of Flower Hill … and as NYS senator, Comptroller Phillips is known to be a trailblazer. Reporting on matters that affect Nassau’s financial health and how her office is working with NC County Executive Blakeman, and his administration and the NC legislature to establish methods to overcome the County’s fiscal challenges. “Things are changing. Our aim is to ring confidence back into the County,” Comptroller Phillips said.
A Changing of the Guard on June 28: New Rotary President to be Installed
Please mark calendars for a very special Lunch meeting to be hosted by the Mineola-Garden City Rotary Club on Tuesday, June 28, 12:15 at Calogero’s Italian Restaurant, 919 Franklin Avenue.
This meeting will mark the “changing of the guard” as Rotarian Meg Morgan Norris, is installed as president of the Club for the 20222023 upcoming term. Meg is editor and publisher of Litmore Publication Corp. which publishes 5 local newspapers including The Garden City News. Special guest, Sonia Saleh, Rotary District Governor will perform the induction. Meg Norris follows Diane Marmann, attorney, Law Office of Diane Pacifico Marmann, Esq. Diane has served two consecutive terms plus two previous terms as Club president, from 2020–2021 and 2021– 2022. She also served two previous consecutive terms from 2010–2011 and 2011–2012. To attend this special meeting (fee $35), please email Diane.marmann@gmail.com.
Special Scholarships to be Presented on June 28
Along with the “changing of the guard” on June 28 will be Rotary Scholarship presentations to deserving recipients of both Garden City and Mineola High School seniors who have excelled in community service. To receive the Mineola-Garden City Rotary Maureen Clancy Memorial scholarships in the amount of $1,000
Diane Marmann, Club president, with Nassau County Comptroller Elaine Phillips, guest speaker, on June 14.
Diane Pacifico Marmann (left), outgoing Rotary president, with Meg Morgan Norris, incoming president.
will be Kaitlyn Fuoco, Garden City High School recipient, along with Urjo Patel, from Mineola High School. Rotary will also host special guest Amanda Baymack, recipient of the Garden City Foundation’s “Althea Robinson Excellence in Business Education Scholarship” in the amount of $1,000 to acknowledge her
achievements in the area of business. Everyone is welcome to attend this very special lunch meeting recognizing so many remarkable individuals. Fee is $35 for a great Calogero’s lunch of choice. To reserve, please email Diane Marmann, current Club president at Diane.marmann@gmail. com by Saturday, June 25.
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Dad, since my earliest beginnings, you have always been there for me. Thank you for giving me the gift of life. I love you.
O Faithful St. Joseph, Guardian of the Child Jesus, Please Pray for All Our Fathers.
- St. Francis De Sales
To the world you are one person, but to your child you are the world. Blessed is the man who hears a gentle voice call him father. The best thing a man can do is give good example to his wife and children. “There is nothing so strong as gentleness, and there is nothing so gentle as real strength.”
God Bless All Fathers
The moment of conception begins forever in a man the sacred role of being a father.
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This Tribute to Fathers is made possible through generous donations from parishioners of St. Anne’s and St. Joseph’s Churches, members of the Knights of Columbus St. Joseph-Bishop Baldwin Council No. 15809 and area residents who recognize the most sacred and important role of fathers in cooperating with God’s Divine Plan to nurture and protect all children born and pre-born.
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Rory Heslin receives DAR Excellence in American History Award Colonel Aaron Ogden Chapter, NSDAR, Carla Hall D’Ambra, Regent, had the distinct pleasure of awarding Miss Rory Heslin with the Excellence in American History Award at Garden City High School Underclass Awards Celebration on Wednesday, June 8. As a junior this year, Rory took AP US History, AP English Language, Physics Honors, Intro to BC Calculus,
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for lacrosse she advanced to the Long Island Championship. Rory is going to be captain of both field hockey and winter track next year. Outside of school, she also plays on a club field hockey and club lacrosse team. In college, Rory plans to further her studies in business and history.
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Dog park debate delayed as more info requested From page 1 called out, “That’s not fair!” One gentleman interrupted the mayor to say he took off from work early to attend the meeting and make comments on the topic, and the village board should know every resident’s time is valuable. He added that “someone dropped the ball” in not providing the Board of Trustees with enough information to consider the agenda item as it appeared June 2. Mayor Veneziale assured the meeting attendees that they will still have their opportunity to speak on the topic and provide input for the board, whether that is in the public comments’ portion on any subject or at a future board meeting. The dog park item, listed under the Recreation and Parks Department, was voted on by the village’s Board of Commissioners of Recreation and Cultural Affairs, commonly known as the Rec. Commission, at its May 17 meeting. At that time it was introduced by Recreation Superintendent Paul Blake, who said, ““The item comes from a request from the Recreation Commission for the establishment of a dog park at the village property at Second Street and Hilton Avenue.” .
During the latter portion of the June 2 meeting, Hamilton Gardens board president Marion Russell addressed the trustees and said every resident of her complex is “very upset” about the proposed dog park. Among her concerns aired to the board was that there was no village notification that the location at Second and Hilton was being considered. “All of a sudden, it would be dumped right in front of our windows – I don’t think that is fair. We have too much trouble over there with the parking, and you’re placing the dog park over by the train station in the middle of town. I think you should consider residents living in that area,” she said. A Second Street resident, Jonathan Cohen, said he moved to the neighborhood nine years ago when his three children were young. He said the small park with a swing set at Hilton and Second was a great asset for the neighborhood as the kids enjoyed playing there. On June 2 he had family from out of town visiting for the first time since the pandemic hit, and together they enjoyed a picnic at that village-owned space. “There were many families enjoying that play area today before it rained, and over the years it was worth every dollar I spent on our house – and these houses are not cheap,” he told the trust-
ees. Later, he too complained about the surprise for the dog park proposed on the Board’s meeting agenda and wanted to know why residents were not provided fair notice of this item coming up. Cohen also noted that Eisenhower Park (a Nassau County park) has a dog park, and there are over 30 off-leash dog parks within 20 minutes of the village. Another resident spoke about the costs and therefore taxes that were her chief concern. She commented that the fencing, the artificial turf and the maintenance will increase village operations costs and taxpayers would have the bill to contend with. An advocate for the dog park who’s lived in Garden City since 1977 told the Board of Trustees that “dogs keep the love going.” “I want to change the discussion regarding this proposed dog park because there is something we have not been discussing. I have lived with and raised dogs for 25 years, and I went through a very tough time living in Dallas. The only thing that kept me going there was my dog. I brought him back with me, and came home to Garden City. For the last five years I have been a dog walker in the eastern section of Garden City and I have immersed myself with dog owners, fam-
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ilies, and I have become a part of their families – I have seen the transformation these dogs have made for families as we’re living in difficult times where we’re very divided. Science is telling us dogs are uniting, healing and do so much good for families and we need healing,” he said. Trustee Bruce Torino told meeting attendees their comments – for and against the proposal – were heard by the board, and the dog park will not be acted upon until it is fully vetted. “We hear you and we understand you – the matter was withdrawn for the reasons you have stated. It’s important that when you speak to the board of trustees that you have a degree of confidence that we share the concerns that you have. In this particular case, I as a resident would want to have the knowledge that I was being listened to. Even before any of you spoke, rest assured that the information the board of trustees obtained prior to tonight was deemed insufficient.”
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The A.T. Stewart Kindness Counts at Garden City Middle School Consignment Exchange Shop BY MELISSA JAEGER
Garden City Middle School students are nominated each month by staff members for the Kindness Counts Award. This award recognizes students for doing something kind for others.Congratulations to the May award recipients: Sonakshi Arora, Regan Backer, Tejas Bera, Dana Chen, Madelyn Gebhard, James Healey, Madeline Healey, William Hirschfield, Amanat Jain, Aaronvir Johan, Violet Klayman, Morgan Mathers, Annmarie McCarthy, Kaitlyn McDonald, Melina Mirabella, Susan Phinney, Madeline Power, Madison Prokopez, Tommy Santucci, Madeline Schultz, Jason Theodosopolous and Sarah Ullrich. Come VisitPhoto courtesy of Garden City Public Schools
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Father’s Day is only two days away. Please don’t forget the man. It’s not too late to find something fun, interesting, and even useful for Dad. Check out the new wallets and money clips, as well as our collection of pewter and ceramic steins. We just got in several sets of Waterford rocks glasses. And vintage pilsner glasses. To put you in the mood for the inevitable barbecues, why not pick up some of our fun paper BBQ and lobster placemats. We’ve even showcased Dad’s gifts on our dining table! Cornelia’s Courtyard Sale is TOMORROW! (Saturday) Get a headstart on your Christmas shopping AND find some great bargains for dear old dad. The Courtyard Sale will take place, where else, but on the patio outside the Exchange from 11:00am – 4:00pm. 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 always, the Shop will be open with our great merchandise (at our normal great prices). Take a chance on our “Potted Greens.” Purchase your tickets (in the Shop) for a chance to win $100 – and the potted plant! We will have a couple of vendors selling vintage items. And out own Pat Schweitzer will be selling her wonderful hand-painted straw hats and canvases. Ladies from the American Legion will also be present. Don’t forget – we are still hosting a Food Drive to benefit The INN, now through to June 18th. 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
Looking for a lovely beach hat? Try the A.T. Stewart Exchange Consignment Shop. pages. 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.
From page 1 Thank you Bill, I do appreciate that. Number two: Bill was the first President to authorize pizza delivery for those who came late from work, very helpful at midnight when we’re all still here trying to make important decisions for our community. Number one: Last but not least, he banished neck ties from our meeting attire and prohibited them forevermore. Thank you for everything, Bill.” “I would like to take a moment to thank the community for the privilege it was to sit on this board for the last 7 years. I also thank the school staff and entire administration for their time, patience and endless hours put in to support our children,” Holub replied.
An award-winning tear in review
Many students were in attendance at this week’s Board of Education meeting to be recognized for their outstanding achievement throughout the 2021/2022 school year. Many Garden City High Schoolers were recognized for awards received from the Long Island Science Congress Junior Division. Honor Awards were earned by Henry Gaberlavage, Allyson Hsieh, Carter Olenik, Sarah Phinney, Logan Rust, Elizabeth Ryan, Julianna Scianablo and Ella Williams. Achievement Awards were earned by Gracie Krawiec, Roisin Pfaff and Lynn Yang. Merit Awards were earned by Daniel Moritzio, Timothy Prybylski, JT (Josiah) Sanasie, Austin Wang and Owen Wuchtel. Honorable mentions were awarded to Maya Broder, Julian Galli, Vianca Lopez, Taylor Maguire, Ritisha Markanday Mackenzie Molloy, Brian Nolan, Katie Schneider, Patrick Shirley and Juliet Stampfel. Soon-to-be Junior James Nagler was also spotlighted for his accomplishments at Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair in Atlanta. He competed against high school students from across the globe and was awarded first place in the Embedded Systems category for his “Project Vision,” a working prototype to assist the visually impaired in navigating their environments. Results from the Future Engineers’ Power to Explore Challenge were shared next, recognizing two students, Sarah Phinney and Emily Grace Pariti, on their award-winning essay submissions. This is a national competition for K-12 students across the country set to explore how NaASA has powered missions across the solar system. The District’s Robotics Team was also recognized for earning the Amaze Award at Southern New York State Championships, which qualified them to compete in the world championship earlier this year in Dallas, Texas. Wenzhen Jian, Savannah Ma, Maria Santos, Cristina Seoylemezian, Faith Short and Stephanie Wang each played a role in the win.
More than 60 Garden City students, teachers and coaches were recognized for their participation in the annual Empire State Games for the Physically Challenged. There were also several New York State Senate Earth Day Contest winners from the District, across poster and poetry categories. The Executive Board of Garden City SEPTA then congratulated school psychologist Danielle Warnke on achieving Nancy Mayer Maxwell Award, which spotlights individuals who go above job responsibilities to help special education students in our district. “From co-creating a buddies program with organic interaction opportunities, to spearheading efforts around autism awareness, Warnke has created an environment with a true sense of belonging for students.” A shout out was also given to the boys and girls lacrosse team, who won the New York State Class B Championship and Nassau County Class B Championship last week.
Reports from the evening
The April 2022 treasury report detailed that the month began with a cash balance of $44,010,511, receipts of $6,002,881 and total disbursements of $9,953,858. This left the District with a balance at $40,059,534. Dr. Sinha then followed up on parent feedback from previous meetings around the iReady online software program. The administration reviewed Tier 3 students with the most needs identified through the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) process and sent out a survey to parents, more than 60 who expressed interest in in-person K-5 in a reading program at high school from 9-10:30 this summer. Dr. Cannone will also be hosting a how-to webinar for parents interested in utilizing the iReady online program, to be held on June 22 @ 7 PM. The District then dove deeper into the DESSA screener, which assesses eight social and emotional competencies and is intended to help educators plan instruction, document students’ strengths and areas of need, inform progress monitoring, and evaluate program outcomes. The first screening was administered a month ago, targeting transitioning students in grade 5, 8 and high school level. The main takeaway to-date is the need to target decision making and self management at the high school level. Guidance counselors have already begun working with students in this way as they prepare for their next phase in life. During the next school year, the DESSA screener will be administered in grades K-12 to identify needs on a students, classrooms, or grade level. The Superintendent then recommended Lauren Kaufman, current assistant principal at Stratford, as director of literacy to the board. “She’s
been here for a year, her experience in literacy has already helped us with our curriculum articulation work.” She also recommended Rachel Lindsay as the new assistant principal at Stewart school, based on her 15 years of experience in education and demonstration of leadership of steam work. Dr. Millikan, though she is retiring, was also recommended to serve as interim director of technology to support the department as it transitions.. Dr. Sinha also took a moment to thank 32 retirees at the end of the school year, totaling 690 years of service total.
Community Questions, Comments
Liam Russerp, a labor relations specialist employed by the civil service employees association (CSEA), came up to the mic first with a potential legal matter regarding an employee termination. He asked the Board to reconsider their decision to let go of an employee with a diabetic health condition that has impacted his work. This employee was originally hired in 2013 as assistant head custodian. Resident of Rockaway Avenue, Charles Weilamann, then shared concerns over the SCOPE educational services after school program. “It is underfunded across Long Island. My family has been on the waiting list for three years now … so we connected
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with SCOPE several times and were met with exclusive staffing agreements or limitations.” He explained how he and his family took on the responsibility of pooling their connections to find nearly 200 teachers to support the program across Long Island, potentially creating a new program altogether in the process. After sharing their efforts SCOPE, they were then met with hesitation around whether this could be put in place before September. “We’re new normal people, so we need to connect those dots in a new way. It seems like a lot to do but not if we all work together. The plan is simple, we just need to motivate the folks over at SCOPE, support Handshake as well as our local universities to create those connections,” he concluded. As the meeting came to a close, Dr. Sinha shared some final remarks. “It’s hard to believe we’re in June. I feel like this year was a blink. Thank you to everyone in the District and community for everything you’ve done for us. I want to wish our families a peaceful and relaxing summer.” This was the final Board of Education regular session for the Garden City School District this year. There will be a Tuesday, July 5th reorganizational Board of Education meeting at the Garden City High School beginning at 8:15 p.m.
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IN MEMORIAM Carmela A. Piscopo February 22, 1931–June 11, 2022
Carmela A. Piscopo
Carmela A. Piscopo of Garden City passed away on June 11, 2022. Her family remembered her as follows: Heaven Gains an Angelic Force When we reminisce about our Nana; the first adjective to come to mind is selflessness. Her concern for her beloved daughter and son, grandchildren and great grandchildren, friends and extended family went above and beyond. For we were and still will be first and foremost in her mind, thoughts and prayers.
She’d always say things like take time for yourself, you’re doing too much. Says the widow of more than 35 years, solo tenant of multiple homes, employee of McGraw Hill, friend to so many, advocate for the sick, the poor, the healthy, and the rich. Carmela Anne MartinovichPiscopo paved the way for many. Her selflessness was contagious. Her love of God and daily prayer was beyond sincere. She was truly a saint on this earth and we will miss her tremendously. The empathetic effects, however, that she has instilled on our family and all those that knew of her will
continue to pave the way for others. She was beautiful inside and out, empathetic, kind and above all else; selfless. May you finally Rest In Peace with your beloved husband, whom we never had the pleasure of knowing, but you so beautifully painted a picture, with your everlasting love and memories together in our minds. We love you so much, Nana. You will be greatly missed but never, ever forgotten.
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From page 1 to Grove Street. “During the 2021 hurricane season with storms Henri and Ida, there was consistent flooding there. From our experience speaking with residents, I have learned that it’s been flooding there for over 20 years. We worked with Nassau County last fall to check out their drainage and make sure there were no existing breaches in drainage structures. The reason this is before the board is that we’ve concluded that we need the drainage system assessed by professional engineers to show us where there may be areas for improvements and catch the water before it floods the street, or to improve overall drainage in the area. We won’t know the needed steps till we get this whether we will need to approach the board again for more funding but that would be a second phase,” he said. Former Eastern POA President Steve Ilardi, who lives on Meadow Street but not in the area of the block where flooding occurs, commented at the board of trustees’ June 2 meeting. He discussed the issue arising after concerns were raised at an EPOA meeting some time back. Ilardi noted that the Village of Garden City did a great job working on drainage issues nearby, on St. James
Street South and Washington Avenue, where there were major flooding problems. “I would like to thank Ralph for all the work that is being done on the Meadow Street flooding concerns. There are Meadow Street residents here tonight who have experienced damage to their homes more than once from flooding. I am hoping that once this first phase and study is complete, that corrective action takes place to control the flooding,” he said. Central section resident Steve Iris told Administrator Suozzi that the village’s consultants should investigate Commercial Avenue as it floods whenever there is rain, including in the afternoon prior to the June 2 board meeting. Iris said Commercial Avenue’s drainage basins overfill with stormwater. Suozzi replied he’s very familiar with that issue as his son attends Hofstra University. But this year the village has Commercial Avenue on schedule for road paving with the DPW program. “One of the things we’ll be looking at is its drainage capacity. We’ll make sure those drains are not clogged, and make sure there is sufficient capacity to allow for proper drainage there. We have to examine capacity to make sure that the infrastructure as it’s designed is work-
ing. We will consider the impacts from the storms during the last decade or so on the drains, which were designed 30 to 50 years ago. The same applies when we do roads and parking lots and look at their drainage structures. But we’re very aware of Commercial Avenue’s flooding,” he said. Another Meadow Street resident asked about the timeline of the examination of the drainage issues in the village’s east and her block in particular. Administrator Suozzi noted that while Garden City has an engineering staff and Public Works employees, if the consultants from McLean Associates propose 10 to 12 or more items to address, “that would be much too much for our
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internal team to do in the relative period of time.” He added, “I would have the ability to put the work out to bid and the board would vote to hire the contractor.” Administrator Suozzi commented that the payment would be made for McLean Engineering’s services in the first full week of June, and they would have engineers on-site and ultimately produce a report back to the village by July or August, or roughly within eight weeks. “Once we have the information we’ll go as fast as we can, and a second phase with the process may happen by late summer or early fall,” he noted.
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College Notes Zachary Ortiz, of Garden City, was named to Johns Hopkins University’s Dean’s List for the Spring 2022 semester. Zachary is a sophomore majoring in public health. To qualify for the Dean’s List for academic excellence at JHU’s Krieger School of Arts & Sciences, students must earn a semester grade point average of 3.5 or above in a program of at least 14 credits with at least 12 graded credits. n
Casey John Noonan, son of Mr. and Mrs. Brian Noonan of Garden City, graduated from the U.S. Military Academy on Saturday, May 21. Cadet Noonan is also a 2018 graduate of Chaminade High School. While at West Point, he majored in international relations with a concentration in Russian studies. n
He was commissioned as an officer in the U.S. Army within the Field Artillery branch and will report to Fort Campbell, KY for his first assignment as a second lieutenant with the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault). n
Victoria Miserere of Garden City has been selected to receive the following scholarships at SUNY Oneonta: Lloyd Terrence Kennedy Scholarship for Art Majors and M.M. and J.M. Art Gallery Scholarship. n
The following Garden City residents who attend Fordham University recently were initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest and most selective collegiate honor society for all academic disciplines: Brendan Hickey, Connor McNeill and Samantha Wu n
Hope Mauceri of Garden City was among the 13 University of Scranton students inducted into Tau Upsilon Alpha, the national human services honor society. Mauceri is a junior counseling and human services major at the Jesuit university. n
Alexa Cassese of Garden City was among the 92 University of Scranton students inducted into Omega Beta Sigma, the women’s business honor society. Induction is open to students who major or minor in business, have at least sophomore academic standing, and have a grade point average of 3.25 or higher. Cassese is a junior health administration major at the Jesuit university. n
Shannon McDougal of Garden City has been inducted into Alpha Alpha Alpha (Tri-Alpha) Honor Society, a national honor society recognizing the achievements of first-generation students, alumni, staff, faculty and
administrators. McDougal, a member of the Class of 2022, was one of 123 students inducted into the honor society’s new chapter at Holy Cross named Delta Omicron. n
Audra FitzGerald, a member of the Colgate University Class of 2024, has earned the Fall 2021 Dean’s Award for Academic Excellence. FitzGerald is a economics at Colgate from Garden City, and is a graduate of Garden City High School. Students who receive a term grade point average of 3.3 or higher while completing at least three courses earn the Fall 2021 Dean’s Award for Academic Excellence. n
Emily Ball, a member of the Colgate University Class of 2022, has earned the Fall 2021 Dean’s Award with Distinction. Ball is a classical studies major from Garden City, and is a graduate of The Hotchkiss School. Students who receive a term grade point average of 3.6 or higher while completing at least three courses during the Fall 2021 semester earn the Dean’s Award with Distinction. n
The following Garden City students have been named to the Dean’s List for the Fall 2021 semester at Washington University in St. Louis: Zoe Heath, who is currently enrolled in the university’s College of Arts & Sciences. Ryan Padala, who is currently enrolled in the university’s Olin Business School. To qualify for the Dean’s List in the College of Arts & Sciences, students must earn a semester grade point average of 3.6 or above and be enrolled in at least 14 graded units. n
More than 700 Hofstra University students earned undergraduate, graduate, or law degrees in December 2021. Among the midyear graduates were the following Garden City students: Amanda Nastasi earned a BBA in management Anthony Penoro earned an MS in accounting Matt Quinn earned an MS in finance Pamela Villatoro earned an MA in mental health counseling n
Clare Casey of Garden City, majoring in political science, was awarded a Certificate in Business Fundamentals from College of the Holy Cross’ Carlyse and Arthur A. Ciocca ‘59 Center for Business, Ethics and Society. n
Alice Russo of Garden City, majoring in mathematics and economics, was awarded a Certificate in Finance
& Banking from College of the Holy Cross’ Carlyse and Arthur A. Ciocca ‘59 Center for Business, Ethics and Society. n
Lauren Hammersley of Garden City was one of nearly 400 graduates to receive a bachelor’s degree during Assumption University’s 105th Commencement exercises on Sunday, May 8. n
Leah Lodato of Garden City qualified for the Spring 2022 Dean’s List at Belmont University. Eligibility is based on a minimum course load of 12 hours and a quality grade point average of 3.5 with no grade below a C. n
Haley Alagna of Garden City was one of more than 50 outstanding SUNY Oneonta students selected to receive a 2021 Academic Achievement Award. Each academic department or program selected one to three outstanding seniors to receive the award. To be considered for the award, a student must have a minimum gradepoint average of 3.5 in his or her major and must demonstrate exceptional academic improvement over four semesters. n
Garden City residents were among more than 500 master’s and doctoral degrees conferred at the University of Scranton’s graduate commencement ceremony on May 21. Students earning master’s and doctoral degrees include the following: Danielle Motto , who earned a Master of Science in human resources management Salvatore M. Cirasola, who earned a Master of Accountancy in accountancy The University of Scranton is a Jesuit university located in Northeastern Pennsylvania.
a Bachelor of Science in business administration Annie Serkes graduated with a Bachelor of Science, cum laude in business administration n
Allison Mcdonald, business administration major, has been named to the Dean’s List for the Spring 2022 semester at the University of Vermont. Mcdonald from Garden City, is in the Grossman School of Business. To be named to the Dean’s List, students must have a grade-point average of 3.0 or better and rank in the top 20 percent of their class in their respective college or school. n
College of the Holy Cross celebrated nearly 755 bachelor of arts degree recipients at its 176th Commencement held in person on Friday, May 27 at the DCU Center in Worcester. Among the graduates were the following Garden City residents: Alex Grasso, Clare Casey, Rose Kelly - Magna Cum Laude, Kyle Macleod of Garden City, Shannon McDougal, Alice Russo and Colin Jessop n
William Duff of Garden City, a member of the Class of 2023, has been named to the Spring 2022 Dean’s List at Stonehill College. To qualify for the Dean’s List, students must have a semester grade point average of 3.50 or better. n
Students at Lehigh University attained Dean’s List in Spring 2022. This status is granted to students who earned a scholastic average of 3.6 or better while carrying at least 12 hours of regularly graded courses. The following Garden City students were so honored: Peter Allen, William Bahlke, Harrison Ernst, Olivia Ostrowski
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Garden City residents were among more than 850 bachelor’s degrees conferred at the University of Scranton’s undergraduate commencement ceremony on May 21. Samantha R. DeLaCruz earned a Bachelor of Science degree in counseling and human services Emily R. Dirks earned a Bachelor of Science degree in counseling and human services Katie M. Tubridy earned a Bachelor of Science degree in early and primary teacher education The University of Scranton is a Jesuit university located in Northeastern Pennsylvania.
The College of Charleston recently awarded undergraduate and graduate degrees during Spring 2022 Commencement ceremonies. Hailey Shafran of Garden City graduated with a Bachelor of Science in marketing . Alexandra Hildreth of Garden City graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in communication.
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The following Garden City students graduated May 15 from Saint Michael’s College: Robert Kallem graduated with a Bachelor of Science in accounting Robert Quinn graduated with
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Nicole Ferraro earned a spot on the Dean’s List for the Spring 2022 semester at The College of Saint Rose in Albany, New York. Ferraro is majoring in Communications at Saint Rose. Full-time undergraduate students, who complete a minimum of 12 graded credit hours and who achieve a semester average of 3.5 without a D, F, or Incomplete are eligible for the Dean’s List.
49 cveneziale@gardencityny.net From page 34 for trees. Garden City is part of a network of more than 3,600 Tree City USAs with a combined total population of 155 million. This is the 31st year Garden City has been designated as a ‘Tree City.” This is great news. I congratulate Commissioner Paul Blake and the Recreation and Parks Department. In April 2021, the Village celebrated Arbor Day with a tree planting ceremony on the Village Green. Members of the Village’s Beautification
Committee and Recreation Commission joined Recreation Commissioner Paul Blake and Recreation Assistant Superintendent Sandy Young in planting a red maple behind the Gazebo. The Arbor Day observance is one of four requirements Garden City must achieve in order to be designated a “Tree City USA” by the National Arbor Day Foundation, in cooperation with the USDA Forest Service with the National Association of State Foresters. The award recognizes communities that meet detailed, objective standards
applied to trees on public property. Garden City also met the other three requirements: a tree board or department; a tree care ordinance; and an annual community forestry budget of a minimum expenditure per capita.
Summer Board Meeting Dates
The Board of Trustees will meet for Regular Meetings on the following dates this summer: Thursday, July 21 and Thursday, August 18 at 7:30 p.m. in the Village Hall Board Room.
Library closed Sundays during summer
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THE MAYOR’S UPDATE
The Garden City Public Library will be closed on Sunday for the summer beginning Father’s Day, June 19, 2022. The Library’s regular hours from Monday through Saturday remain unchanged. Regular Sunday hours will resume after Labor Day beginning Sunday, September 11, 2022. You can visit the Library 24/7 at www.gardencitypl.org to access online services such as electronic databases and downloadable eBooks, audiobooks, and periodicals.
THE OFFICE CAT From page 35 Aggravated DWI Upon investigation of a suspicious circumstance on Kingsbury Road on June 12th, Garden City Police arrested a 34-year-old man for Aggravated DWI (more than .018 blood alcohol content) and driving with two driver license suspensions. Odor causes distress GCPD and GCFD responded to fire alarm at a 7th Street restaurant on June 12th where firefighters determined the cause was a broken sprinkler pipe. They responded back after two employees stated they were suffering headaches and light headedness, possibly due to a gas odor. They were tended to by ambulance personnel. The Fire Marshal responded to the scene and the
premise was closed until the building issues could be corrected. Suspicious backpack Officers investigated a report of a suspicious backpack in the vicinity of the Stewart School on June 12th. Upon investigation, the backpack contained personal items and belonged to a local student. Excessive speed A motorist on Stewart Avenue was charged with unlicensed operation and excessive speed on June 12th. Suspended registration A motorist on Clinton Road on June 13th was charged with driving with a suspended registration and using a cell phone while driving.
Scam caller On June 13th a resident reported she received a scam phone call stating her daughter was arrested for an accident and needed money for bail. The resident hung up and called her daughter to verify she was okay and not arrested. Sewage issue Officers responded to a sewage issue on Mulberry Avenue on June 13th. Fake plates A motorist on New Hyde Park Road was charged with excessive speed and fraudulent license plates on June 13th. Another vehicle stolen A vehicle was reported stolen from a Newmarket Road driveway on June 14th.
Multiple charges A 32-year-old motorist was arrested on Clinton Road and Meadow Street for driving with a revoked license, seven license suspensions, and fraudulent license plates. Revoked license A 25-year-old motorist was arrested on Clinton Road and Kingsbury Road on June 14th for driving with a revoked license, eight license suspensions, and excessive speed. Leaving the scene A gray vehicle reportedly left the scene after being in a collision with another vehicle on Nassau Boulevard on June 14th.
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Email: Editor@GCNews.com From page 2
dents. As a POA member, I continue to be disappointed at how many Trustees refuse to interact with POA residents. Despite numerous public campaign statements to “support the POAs”, most Trustees simply wont work with POAs or their resident members. As a reminder, the POAs are open to all residents and are the oldest civic organization in the Village. While some Trustees do at least attend POA meetings (such as Trustees Chester and Flanagan) most do not. A majority of sitting Trustees have never been to a POA meeting – which is open to all residents, despite being invited over and over again. I won’t speak about other POAs (although their experience is similar) but the Trustee support in the East is tremendously lacking. Trustee O’Brien initially came to a few meetings, but somehow now is either “busy” or “got the dates mixed up”. Trustee Marciano simply doesn’t reply to any requests and has never been to a POA meeting. The POA Newsletter is another communication to all residents of the East, and Trustees have always had a column where they provide updates and their opinions on important matters. Since FABGC Trustees have been elected, they have refused to write anything for the Newsletter. Both East trustees were contacted many, many times by the Editor of the newsletter, but they didn’t even have the courtesy of a reply to the emails. I myself wrote them both an email asking why they refused to write anything for the newsletter, but no reply, no explanation and no interest. Whatever “party” you come from (since it seems this is how FABGC Trustees view the Village), a Trustee is supposed to engage with everyone. FABGC will say there are now Trustee “Town Halls”, which is true, although they are very sparsely attended. Even so, why wouldn’t a Trustee want to meet with all residents? Perhaps it is because, as we have heard, the FABGC Executive Leader has stated that anyone who supports the POAs wont get FABGC election support? Perhaps it is because their vision of the Village and a Trustee is truly that of a political party – just like Republican leaders only attend Republican events. Either way, I don’t believe this is how most of us want our Village to operate. Judy Courtney
A St. Paul’s Option
To the Editor: I am writing an open letter to you, the Trustees and the residents to present some comments and an option going forward. I do not intend to rehash the numerous pros and cons regarding the project. There seems to be a group of
well-meaning people in every community who want to save something – but always with Other People’s Money (OPM). In Garden City it is with the taxpayers’ money, and personally, my money. I hear rumors of required funds exceeding $100 million and some exceeding $150 million. The underpinnings of these sums are a list of building uses to draw the widest support for a redevelopment option but not necessarily Garden City’s pressing needs. Anyone passing the St. Paul’s fields on the weekends in the spring and fall will see children playing different sports as far as the eye can see. Cars fill all parking spaces and overflow to every possible spot on the lawn. This is the definition of community needs. This redevelopment push is occurring at a time when the Covid pandemic is not over and the taxpayers’ jobs are in various states of change along with an impending recession. No one has a fully secure outlook toward work and financial stability long term. Putting in place increased taxes and a new debt load of two to three times the Village’s annual budget seems foolhardy. Also, we do not know the capital requirements of the lead-in-the-water issue to the Village or the full impact to each resident’s property, the West’s fire house final renovations and the ongoing street repairs and other major capital projects. I am sure the schools will need substantial modernization in the next 10-15 years to keep up with modern technologies. This is certainly no time to increase taxes or substantially increase the Village’s debt load. When and if St. Paul’s is demolished, I view the future of the property to be a park with: possibly more athletic fields, a park section with a walking path and benches, a flower garden (a must for The Garden City), a children’s play area and possibly a small pond. Let us call this option, for lack of a better term, the St. Paul’s Park and recreation area. A St. Paul’s Option If the Trustees still view the necessity to explore redevelopment, I would propose the following course. Firstly, let me state an important condition of this proposal. If the building is to be developed and repurposed, the tax payers’ contribution should be no more than the cost of demolition plus the creation of the St. Paul’s Park. All additional funding needed for a redevelopment plan should be through donations, secure pledges and various state, federal and private grants. The save St Paul’s citizens would be given a year to regroup, start a committee and seek the necessary donations, etc. If the list of uses and needs are so strong, the committee will be able to sell their advantages to wealthy donors and resident donors. If at the completion of the year sufficient funds are acquired to redevelop St. Paul’s, the develop-
ment should proceed after an approval of the capital amounts and yearly operating budget through a Village referendum. If sufficient funds are not attained, on October 1, 2023 the Village should give the go ahead to demolish St. Paul’s building and proceed on a suitable Park Plan. I believe that this defined structure is a fair solution for both the Garden City’s tax payers and to those who want to save St. Paul’s building and pursue a redevelopment plan. Richard Bankosky, Former Chairman, Citizen’s Budget Review Committee.
Father’s Day Tribute
To the Editor: In today’s June 17, 2022 issue of The Garden City News, readers can view a beautiful, center-page, pullout of a Father’s Day Tribute. Recognizing the special love that fathers have for their children, we join as a community to thank them for having the room in their hearts to cooperate with God’s Divine Plan to provide for and protect children, born and pre-born. The tribute also seeks to reach out to fathers, whose expectant mothers may be facing difficult pregnancies, by providing them with the names of confidential and caring professional agencies that provide life-affirming assistance to both mothers and fathers in need. For confidential assistance with a pregnancy and information about alternatives to abortion, call Women First Pregnancy Options in Hempstead at 516408-6300 or visit www.aaapregnancyoptions.com; Regina Residence in Merrick at 516-223-7888 or visit www.catholiccharities.cc/our-services/regina-maternity-services; or MOMMAS HOUSE in Wantagh at 516-781-8637 or visit info@ mommashouse.org. For men who carry the pain and suffering from losing a child to abortion, Lumina – a Hope and Healing After-Abortion Ministry run by the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal – hosts men’s days of prayer and healing in Paterson, NJ. For more information visit http://postabortionhelp.org/pah/ for-men-2/mens-day-of-prayer-healing/, or call 1(888) 456-HOPE (4673) or call Project Rachel at 1-516-766-2538. For women who have experienced an abortion and may be seeking healing and confidential counseling, the wonderfully gentle Sisters of Life in Manhattan offer a caring program for post-abortive women. They hold Days of Prayer and Healing for Women. For information, visit http://www.sistersoflife.org/hopeand-healing-after-abortion, or call the Sisters of Life at 866-575-0075, or email them at hopeandhealing@sistersoflife. org . For couples having difficulty conceiving a child, the Gianna Center for
Women’s Health and Fertility, located at Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center, 1000 Montauk Highway, West Islip, NY 11795, offers a highly regarded and successful infertility program that provides specialized obstetrical and gynecological care to women, while honoring both their dignity and the sanctity of human life. The Gianna Center’s skilled staff, headed by Dr. Paul Carpentier, MD, CFCMC, helps couples diagnose and treat underlying causes of infertility to help them conceive naturally. The Gianna Center can be reached at 631-376-3232. On this Father’s Day 2022, we pray that God will bestow His special blessings on all fathers. Hector de Marchena, Grand Knight (elect) The Church of St. Joseph Knights of Columbus St. Joseph-Bishop Baldwin Council No. 15809
Gratitude
The following comments were made at Garden City’s Memorial Day ceremony by Jacqueline Burdi Eltringham, president of the American Legion Auxiliary. Our Heritage and Our Future As we reflect on our Memorial Day tributes to those who have served in the Armed Forces, especially those who have fallen while serving our country, we keep in mind Flag Day, June 14th and July 4th Independence Day. Do your children know the history and the meaning of those days? Throughout the month of May, we wear the poppy. It is rare. It is treasured and it requires much care. It is a fitting flower of remembrance for giving tribute to those who have made the ultimate sacrifice, while there is other history attached to the wearing of this flower, its origins, now associated particularly with Memorial Day are sourced back to WWI. During WWI, on Flanders Field in Belgium and northern France, the convergence of the remains of the buried soldiers (many of them our own) with the composition of the war-torn soil, created conditions that prompted the growth of grand arrays of poppies there. The poppy began to symbolize triubte to the deceased veterans in Europe and, to some extent in the United States. Just before the Armistice of 11/11/1918 was signed to end the war, a woman named Moina Michael began to wear and distribute all the poppies she could find. Through her example, and with her efforts, The Poppy Lady, as she was called, began to received donations for the care and support of veterans who were negatively impacted by their heroism. American Legion units, such as ours, throughout the country perpetuate Moina Michael’s practice, while remembering those who did not come home.
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Email: Editor@GCNews.com The members of our unit are grateful to all citizens who live, work and visit our village as they render support of our work. Because of your support, we have been able to send children of ill, deceased and injured veterans to summer camp. We have worked with our Auxiliary County Committee to assist veterans who need funds for food to feed their families. We have provided transportation to veterans to visit their doctors at the VA Hospital in Northport. We have merged with other units to provide a service dog. These are just several examples of the numerous projects we undertake... because of you. We are grateful to our Village law enforcement officers and firefighters, who demonstrate their support not only by maintaining our security, but also because they believe in our work. We appreciate the support of our School Board, Village Trustees, county, town and village officials. Thanks to the leaders of our youth and young adult groups - Boy Scouts, Cub Scouts, Eagle Scouts, Girl Scouts, Brownies. We are especially grateful to school counselors, teachers and teachers of our school music departments, who direct our talented student musicians to join with us in the spirit of our dedications to our country and our veterans. We especially acknowledge Mrs. Iavino for the special instrumental trib-
ute that was a find end to our Memorial Day services. We also thank Dean Sniffen, of the Cathedral of the Incarnation for his engagement with us as leader of his congregation and Naval Chaplain. with great appreciation to Msgr. Swaider, Pastor of St. Joseph’s Parish who extends himself to lead us in prayer and support of our work all year long. And we are grateful to Meg Morgan Norris and her staff of the Garden City News for publishing our events for the community. We thank the parents and grandparents of the children and young adults in our community. A parent holds a most sacred duty. Among all the other challenges you face, it is you who are to nurture your children with your understandings of patriotic and civic commemorations. I dare say that, with regard to our children and young adults, ignorance of the truth of our history and the manner in which our government is intended to function is the most insidious, most lethal threat to the future of our nation. I call upon parents to devote time with your children to observe commemorative national days of tribute. Teach your young adults to educate themselves about those who represent them in government. Be aware of your children’s surroundings. Ask your children about the meaning of the American flag.
Discuss the Bill of Rights with them, our three branches of government, how elements of the Constitution apply to each of those branches. Let current events be items of conversation. Learn what your children know and what they are thinking. Guide them. By guiding your children, you will learn. Some of what you learn may be concerning. Other things you will learn will be gratifying. Teach your children to love and appreciate their family, their heritage, and their country. Remind them to pray, to keep God in their lives, work diligently and with integrity. Guide them to live their lives in a manner that perpetuates this governing system that gives them their many freedoms. What you teach at home and how your children live is crucial to the future of our country. If you don’t inculcate your children with your understandings of civic-mindedness and civic duty someone else will capture them with theirs. Take the time. And, as an advocate for veterans, I urge you to encourage your children to demonstrate gratitude for their freedoms, on behalf of those veterans who are in need and those who gave the ultimate sacrifice and never came home. Jacqueline Burdi Eltringham, President, Wm. B. Turner American Legion Auxiliary Unit 265
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GC 1319 6X 05/27,06/03,10,17,24,07/01 REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL The Garden City Union Free School District is considering starting a Universal PreKindergarten Program. The district is requesting proposals for Universal Pre-Kindergarten Program providers. For a copy of the request for proposal, please write to the Business Office at 56 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, New York 11530 or call 516-478-1040. Proposals must be received in the Business Office no later than June 29, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. GC 1324 1X 06/17 NOTICE TO BIDDERS Sealed bids MUST be RECEIVED BY AND
VILLAGE HALL HVAC SYSTEM Specifications, Form of Bid, and other information may be obtained from the office of the Purchasing Division at the above address or you may download the bid specifications from the New York State Contract Reporter website at the following web address: https://www.nyscr.ny.gov/ contracts.cfm This bid specification will be listed under the Agency Name of: Inc. Village of Garden City Rosemary Monahan Purchasing Agent Dated: June 17, 2022 GC 1325 1X 06/17
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New group makes case for demolition From page 2
pose, perhaps a town park or other green-space; or 2) develop all or part of the 125,000 s.f. structure -- the nature of which has yet to be decided-- for the enjoyment of our residents. Usually, in a political campaign, voters are flooded with advertising and various other media information. And usually both sides of a contest communicate their message to the electorate in roughly equal volumes and degrees. So far this has not been true in Garden City since the beginning of this year. One side of the contest—those in favor of preserving and developing the building—has had a much stronger well-oiled campaign. The St. Paul’s Committee, using paid -- from grants by our Board of Trustees--ads in the GCNews, Facebook, planned mailings, town hall meetings with guest speakers, among other marketing tactics. This group is heavily supported by the Garden City Historical Society and a subcommittee of the Mayor’s St. Paul’s Committee. That sub-committee, called, “Program and Use Analysis,” is charged with presenting the use that will appear on the November ballot. In our opinion the uses sub-committee has little or no interest in demolition despite major potential obstacles of huge construction cost, increasing village taxes, legality of the usage, residents’ acceptance, the 150-yr. age of the building, very little maintenance of the structure (in the 30 years GC has owned it), excessive traffic generation, and limited available parking, among other important challenges. In addition, to help create a level playing field, it would seem fair if Trustees would grant representation to our pro-demolition group— at St. Paul’s-related town halls, forums, etc. It should also be noted that our new group is functioning without any money, while the pro-preservationists have been granted — by a 6-2 BOT vote $23,500 to conduct their campaign. Does this tell us that the Trustees have a bias toward saving the building? Yes!
Concerned Citizens Group Formed
Seeing all of this, a group, calling themselves “FDEM” (For Demolition) has recently decided to take action with the goal of creating public awareness of the relative appeal of demolition. We have carefully studied, for years, the issues and alternatives, from many angles and sincerely believe that there is a lot to be said for demolition. The goal of our just formed group of like-minded residents is to rebut some claims, pitfalls and omissions and create a level playing field in marketing and general information about one of the most important debates in the history of Garden City. It is only democratic for voters not to be bombarded by one-sided, sometimes misleading, even inaccu-
rate information. Finally, all members of FDEM are long-term residents of Garden City, skilled analysts in finance, engineering and Village politics. Of course no final conclusions re the debate can be made until the St. Paul’s Committee “shows its cards,” i.e., proposed usage, cost, etc. At this writing, that day seems to be several weeks or even months away. Structural integrity of the building is questionable. The preservationists claim that the structure is: “sound and safe for development.” We are not so sure. We even challenge their claim of “no asbestos is present.” The St. Paul’s Committee’s second ad (Garden City News, May 20, p.2627) is headlined, in huge red letters: “The Structural Integrity of St. Paul’s Remains Sound” in an attempt to allay fears that it will collapse. The ad contains opinions and conclusions which are not facts or quotes from any particular person or entity to support the broad statement that “primary structural systems are intact and stable, can be used for future development.” Yet the ad also states that “hence future considerations will need to take into account the existing structural layout, as any change may involve steel reinforcement.” When constructed in 1879, the building had no steel structural supporting frame so it is concerning that the Committee that wants to take “all use proposals into consideration” given the description of the serious damage that the interior of the building has suffered. The Committee concedes that “once mapping is completed, a plan for installing, shoring and subsequent repairs are made so that the structural systems are generally secure without risk of failure.” So how can the building right now be good-to-go for redevelopment? As noted in a letter to the Garden City News published on June 3 (p.2 and 37), authored by our colleague Bob Orosz, evaluations of the structural soundness of the building by engineers at Thornton Tomasetti led them to note that their assessment was 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 phases of future renovation/construction, there will likely be more structural conditions that require remediation.” Is it fact that the building is appropriate for reuse? Perhaps not. In fact, if one reads carefully the text of the May 20 two-page spread, we believe their case for saving the building is weaker than the case for demolition.
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How can anyone make financial estimates before they know what they want to use the building for and if they are going to use the whole building, part
of the building, or even demolish some or all of the building? What about the Field House and Cluett Hall? Are they candidates for demolition? We have no idea at this time as to how many people they expect to use the building upon refurbishing, how many hours of the day it will be open, how many days of the week, and who will be responsible for day-to-day operations. Without that information, we cannot calculate the operational, maintenance, and utility costs going forward. Also, what’s necessary is disclosure of what the Committee wants to put in the building: offices, recreational areas, band shell, theater, wedding venue, food court, STEM classes, etc. Each choice would have its own unique cost per square foot involved in its construction, plus parking. We also don’t know staffing requirements. If they end up putting FDEM ’s backs against the wall for a report all we can do is present our spreadsheets and our preliminary findings with the potential cost of completing stabilization, expensive in the tens of millions — abatement, construction, staffing, utility costs, principal, and interest incurred for bonds issued, with maturities of say 20 or 30 years for a phantom project — at who-knows-what bond interest rates which are forecasted by Wall Street economists o rise materially over the next 12-24 months. Furthermore, Garden City’s AAA bond rating by Moody’s could be jeopardized by new bond debts much larger than the Village’s current bonded debt of roughly $60 million. We would need to also show the potential increases in tax rates which would incur on top of our yearly 2% village tax increases plus potential increases in the cost of living, water rates, School taxes, County taxes, State taxes, and Federal taxes for the village taxpayers. Legality of any questionable usage. If the usage chosen is not clearly “Parkland” it could be challenged and the project delayed for, perhaps years in the courts or NY State Legislature with a very uncertain outcome. There is a legal
way to change the status of Municipal Parkland and discontinue its present use. The process is called Alienation. It is a procedure that requires approval by the NYS Legislature and signed by the Governor. We will analyze Alienation if it is proposed. The use chosen must appeal to a broad cross section of our residents of all ages. If not, the usage would be rejected — upon announcement, or, by public opinion, in the referendum. Final reports on usage, structural integrity, cost, legality et al, are set to be the responsibility of five subcommittees of the general St. Paul’s Committee. We have reason to believe that sub-committee volunteers, even with good credentials, cannot provide official, legal opinions. This should be outsourced to independent, impartial consultants. And Wall Street bond underwriters may require such objective opinions as well. We have even heard, publicly, professional engineers, architects, developers and contractors—who are subcommittee members— state that they would be forbidden by their employers from participating in the estimating process.
Atrocious Timing for Potential St. Paul’s Project
In today’s complex, financial, economic, stock market, domestic and geopolitical worlds, high inflation, rising interest rates, supply chain backups, uncertainties, Garden City residents are likely in no mood to ratify an increase in their real estate taxes, triggered by the cost of the project. Many residents have suffered—declines of 20-25% this year— in retirement accounts, stock and bond investments, which are humongous hits to their wealth. Depending on the final usage disclosure, we can imagine residents saying they are against any tax increases to construct a very expensive project that is not needed, may be too weak to withstand major redevelopment and could have questionable benefits. Each resident would be asking the questions “what’s in this for me? And at what cost?”
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Garden City remembers the fallen on Memorial Day
Commander Frank Tauches graciously accepts the American Flag Drop Box from Larry Nedelka.
A Marine vet and an Army vet bowed their heads as Reverend Monsignor Swiader gave the Benediction.
The William Bradford Turner American Legion Post 265 sponsored the Memorial Day ceremony on Monday, May 30, at the Veterans Memorial Plaza on Seventh Street. Post Commander Frank Tauches led
that benefit veterans at Northport Hospital and the Long Island State Veterans Hospital. Commander Tauches stated, “This year we honor those men and women who have not only served in uniform
the ceremony which was very well attended by members of the community. Star Scout Augustin Mingoia Murphy of Boy Scout of Troop 56 led everyone in the Pledge of Allegiance. Augustin has been active in activities
Members of the American Legion Post 265 and American Legion Auxiliary Unit 265 attended the Memorial Day ceremony at the Cathedral.
Drummers Faith DeAngelo and Gavin Burns and buglers Tyler Glenn and Alessandro Ehrig from Garden City High School played as Walter Gross read the roll call of our honored dead.
on active duty but who have also gone on to civilian careers in public service including members of our Fire Department, Police Department, Emergency Service, doctors, nurses and teachers.” Included in this
Reverend Denise Althea Galloway, Deacon, with members of the Auxiliary.
Jen Iovino, Middle School Music teacher, led the band in a wonderful medley of patriotic music.
The Middle School Flag Team performed a great routine to conclude the program.
Reverend Dr. Michael Sniffen, dean of the Cathedral, with American Legion members.
Hugh Mullin, National Legion member, was introduced by President Eltringham to the ladies of the Auxiliary.
select group are Dr. Joe Frey who passed away earlier this year, Past Commander of this Post; Dr. Michael Barletta, who had a 47-year career as a professor of pharmacology at St. John’s University; John Halloran who served over 30 years as a public school elementary teacher in Brooklyn; and Jack Wehrum who got his law degree and spent his entire career as a federal attorney. Sergeant Kevin Reilly spent over 20 years with the GC Police Department after he served in the Army. We thank them all for their service. The next speaker was the President of the American Legion Auxiliary, Jacqueline Burdi Eltringham. Jacqueline acknowledged our deceased veterans who gave the ultimate sacrifice and those veterans who served or are serving and are with us today. She emphasized the importance of educating our youth with regard to our country’s history, and understanding of how our
already donated soon after the ceremony was completed! Many thanks to him for this donation to the Village of Garden City. The drop box will be located near the monuments at Veterans Memorial Plaza on Seventh Street. Walter Gross, Legionnaire, asked everyone to stand for the roll call of our honored dead for all wars. He read the names of our friends and neighbors from Garden City who have given their lives so that we may be free. Drummers Gavin Burns and Faith DeAngelo and Buglers Tyler Glenn and Alessandro Ehrig, students at GC High School, assisted him during this solemn event. This year, another innovation was added to the ceremony. Jen Iovino, MS music teacher, had the idea of her band playing a military medley at the conclusion of the program. The band and the flag team entertained the audience with a wonderful medley of patriotic tunes. Commander Tauches
branches of government function in a manner commensurate with our constitution. She expressed gratitude to parents for bringing their children to give tribute with the community of this solemn day. Commander Tauches thanked Mayor Veneziale, Trustees Kelly, Marciano and Flanagan and Deputy Mayor O’Brien for attending the ceremony. Mayor Veneziale appreciated the large group of residents who attended and the students who participated in the parade as well as the ceremony. He emphasized the importance of remembering those who sacrificed their lives for our freedom. Larry Nedelka, Legionnaire, presented a gift on behalf of his deceased parents, Frank, past post commander and Joan, past American Legion Auxiliary president. For the collection of old American flags, he donated a red, white and blue ‘Used American Flag Drop Box’ to collect flags to be properly retired. The first flag was
The Seifert family and Fr. Hilary of St. Joseph Parish.
American Legion Auxiliary President Jacqueline Eltringham recognizes Domineck Romano for his success with the poppy distribution.
thanked her and her wonderful students for all of their efforts. A faithful participant in the annul Memorial Day service, Monsignor Swiader, Pastor of St. Joseph Parish, led the Benediction. In addition to keeping in mind the spirit of the day with regard to our veterans, he asked the members of the community to keep in their hearts and prayers the families of Uvalde, Texas and the people of Ukraine who have suffered unspeakable tragedy. Commander Tauches thanked Mayor Veneziale and the trustees for allowing the Post to hold this great event again this year. He thanked the GC Police and Special Police along with the Recreation and Parks Department led by Paul Blake and Karen Altman, our Village Clerk. He thanked Hempstead Town Supervisor Don Clavin, Assemblyman Ed Ra and Legislator Laura Schaefer for their participation. A lot of teamwork made this day possible.
New members of the American Legion Auxiliary, college students Callie Coors and Paige Matarazzo, and member Lisa Coors prior to the ceremony.
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Belmont Festival Poster Contest winners The Garden City Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Garden City PTA and the Garden City School District, ran a poster contest in honor of the recent Belmont Festival. Students from Stewart and Stratford Schools designed posters that related to the Belmont Stakes Race. The Chamber received over one hundred entries that were displayed in the storefronts on Seventh Street the week leading up to the Festival. The winners of the contest
Poster by Anjali Motwani.
were announced at the event and received their prizes. The top three winners received $50, $100 and $200 respectively. Winners were: First Prize: Anjali Motwani, from Ms. Pensa’s class at Stratford School. Second Prize: Evelyn Haanraadts, from Ms. Degnan’s class at Stewart School. Third Prize: Eleanor Reynolds, from Ms. Wiener’s class at Stratford School.
Garden City Chamber of Commerce President Sean Martens (second from right) gives out awards to winners of the poster contest. Winners (left to right): Anjali Motwani, Eleanor Reynolds and Eveyln Haanraadts.
Poster by Eleanor Reynolds.
Poster by Evelyn Haanraadts.
Middle School students honored in science research competitions Several science research students from Garden City Middle School have been honored in recent competitions, including the Future Engineers’ Power to Explore Student Challenge, the Long Island Science Congress and New York State Senate’s Earth Day Poster Contest Celebration. Congratulations to the following:
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Grades 5–8 Division Winners Grace Pariti. Sarah Phinney.
Long Island Science Congress Junior Division Awards
Superintendent of Schools Dr. Kusum Sinha, Katie Schneider and Mackenzie Molloy at the SAAWA awards ceremony. Photo courtesy of Garden City Public Schools
• Honors Award – Allyson Hsieh and Sarah Phinney. • Meritorious Award – JT Sanasie and Austin Wang. • Honorable Mention – Maya Broder. • Honorable Mention – Vianca Lopez, Ritisha Markanday and Juliet Stampfel. • Honorable Mention – Taylor
Maguire, Mackenzie Molloy and Katie Schneider.
New York State Senate Earth Day Poster Contest Celebration Seventh Grade
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Maya Broder. Julia Flaherty. Andrew Padin.
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Sarah Phinney. JT Sanasie. Juliet Stampfel. Austin Wang.
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SAAWA Middle School Science Fair
• 3rd Place in Biological Sciences – Katie Schneider, Taylor Maguire and Mackenzie Molloy. • 1st Place in Earth and Environmental Sciences – Allyson Hsieh and Sarah Phinney. • Honorable Mention in Physical Sciences – Austin Wang and JT Sanasie. • Honorable Mention in Behavioral Sciences – Grace Kumpel and Amishi Sharma
Going for the gold!
Cadet Casey John Noonan. Casey John Noonan, son of Mr. and Mrs. Brian Noonan of Garden City, graduated from the U.S. Military Academy on Saturday, May 21. Cadet Noonan is also a 2018 graduate of Chaminade High School. While at West Point, he majored in international relations with a concentration in
Russian studies. He was commissioned as an officer in the U.S. Army within the Field Artillery branch and will report to Fort Campbell, KY for his first assignment as a second lieutenant with the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault).
Sophia Sethi, sophomore at Garden City High School, received national gold award recognition for three languages — German, Latin and Spanish. Sehr gut — Optime — ¡Muy bien! Sophia enjoys learning languages, currently tutors German and is looking forward to studying abroad one day. Learning different languages helps broaden your perspective of people and their culture, makes traveling more fun and Sophia hopes it opens doors to exciting opportunities in the future.
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Under the Tent celebrations at Garden City Community Church BY MELVA VICTORINO
There was toe-tapping, heel clicking, lots of laughter, guitar strumming, barbecue flowing, country music playing, country line dancing; all “Under the Tent” at Garden City Community Church (GCCC) last Saturday, June 11. A very successful church fundraising event was made possible by the County Line band led by Pamela and Joe Rivera who donated their time and talent to give back to its church community. Pamela and Joe are active members of the GCCC and generously share their music with GCCC. The members of GCCC and the community came to enjoy the music, dance, fellowship, and party on succulent, delicious, finger-licking goodness barbecue donated by Smok-Haus, Gourmet Roadside Eatery. A Solstice Garden Party was celebrated last Wednesday, June 15, “Under the Tent,” that Kimberly Pauley successfully orchestrated. The project started with a community service that tended the ‘giving garden’ that is used to donate fresh vegetables to the Interfaith Nutrition Network (INN). Kimberly prepared a dinner party afterwards for fellowship and to celebrate the start of the summer season. “Under the Tent” events continue on Saturday, June 18, from 9:30 – 11:00 a.m. as the Social Justice Committee welcomes all to a celebration of Juneteenth (short for ‘June Nineteenth’), a holiday observed by 47 states dating back to the first celebration
Anne Short and Martha Yasso.
The Meehans.
in Galveston, Texas on June 19, 1866. Last year, in 2021, Juneteenth became a federal holiday. GCCC will gather on the church lawn under the tent to learn about the original holiday and what it means for us today. There will be a dramatic reading, drawing, dialogue, and fellowship. Light refreshments will be provided. Any questions about the program or to get involved, contact Susan Cushman at profsuze44@ gmail.com or Paula Tusiani-Eng at ptusianieng@aol.com. Whoever you are, wherever you are in your life’s journey, you are welcome at GCCC. We have services, events and programs for all ages. We have many ways you can participate in our church life. Our Sunday Worship Service is in-person and live-streamed. Following the state mandates, masks are optional at this time. To get information regarding our other 2022 worship services and programs, visit our website at www.theGCCC.org. The Garden City Community Church is part of the United Church of Christ and is an Open and Affirming congregation that welcomes people of all ages, races, gender identities, and sexual orientations to participate in the life of our community. We are located at 245 Stewart Avenue between Whitehall Blvd. and Kensington Road. For more information, email churchoffice@ thegccc.org or call (516) 746-1700. And as previously mentioned, you may also visit our website www.theGCCC.org.
Pamela Rivera and line dancers.
Clapping with the beat.
Dance lessons.
Karin Melkonian, Steve Short, Anne Short, Christine O’Neill and Bob O’Neill.
Joe Ross, Rev. Lynn Sullivan, Drew Hult, Paula Tusiani-Eng, and Manny Voumvourakis.
Mark Sullivan and George Petersen.
A friend and Drew Hult.
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Two 11th graders win Long Island card design contest BY GARY SIMEONE Garden City High School students Claudia Yu and Shelley Wang used their artistic skills to help them win a Long Island card design contest. The two eleventh graders took part in the American Association of Teachers of Spanish Portuguese Long Island Design-A-Card contest. Wang was named the official winner of the contest and Yu received an honorable mention. The two students got involved in the contest through their Spanish teacher, Senor (Michael ) Berg. As part of the contest, they each had to submit drawings on index cards, which had unique hand-designed images of illustrations of Hispanic or Portuguese culture. Wang’s index card depicted a creature created by the renowned Mexican artist, Pedro Linares. “He was a Mexican-born artist who created these creatures from papier-mâché called Alebrijes,” said Wang. “On the card I drew this tribute to him with a drawing of an Alebrije. I tried to make it as colorful and detailed as I could as a nice tribute to this amazing artist who really inspired me.” Yu said her drawing was inspired by Mexican folklore, which is a topic that really piqued her interest and she wanted to delve deeper into it. “My card was kind of a last minute entry, but I took my time drawing a picture of a culturally appropri-
Shelley Wang’s winning design. Shelley Wang (left) won the contest and Claudia Yu received an honorable mention. ate Mexican dance dress,” said Yu. “In Mexico they have these really dynamic, different dance dresses that women wear that are very colorful and flowing. I wanted to really put that into detail on my card.” She said that she has entered several art competitions over the years, but that this was one of the first card design contests she had won. As part of winning the competi-
tion, both girls were honored in a ceremony in the school’s library. They received a certificate from the (AATSP) and also a check for $50. “One of the really cool aspects of winning this competition is that this organization prints the winning cards and sells them around Long Island,” said Wang. Photos courtesy Garden City Public Schools
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Stratford students excel in Math Olympiad competition
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Stratford student Vivan Hu scored in the top 2% in the nation in a recent Math Olympiad competition. Photo courtesy of Garden City Public Schools Seventeen students from Stratford School in Garden City were honored with national recognition in a recent Mathematical Olympiads for Elementary and Middle Schools (MOEMS) contest. For the 13th consecutive year, Stratford won an award for scoring in the top 10% of all schools. Additionally, one student, Vivian Hu, won a top honor for scoring in the top
2% in the nation. MOEMS is one of the most influential and fun-filled math competition programs in the world with more than 120,000 students from every state and 39 countries participating. The competitions teach students strategies for outof-the-box problem-solving and how to develop mathematical flexibility while fostering a love for math.
GC resident makes hole-in-one
I took this photograph of the interior of Shea Stadium, home of the N.Y. Mets, in Flushing, Queens in September of 1998. My dad was sitting right next to me as our seats were down the third base line. Like many fathers and sons, baseball was a common thread in our lives. My dad had been a N.Y. Giants fan in his youth and when they moved to California along with the Dodgers in the late 1950s, the Mets filled that National League void in 1962. That is why the Mets’ colors are “Giant orange” and “Dodger blue.” The “other” baseball team in New York was the American League Yankees, the most famous sports franchise in history. However, to many baseball fans rooting for the Yankees was like rooting for IBM! In 1962, the N.Y. Metropolitans (Mets) immediately created a loyal fan base - even though they were one of the worst teams in history, losing 120 games that first season. One of their players that first year was “Marvelous Marv” Thornberry. He once hit a triple but was called out for not touching second base. The Mets’ feisty old manager Casey Stengel (ironically a former Yankee great) ran out onto the field to argue the call. However, before he got very far, the Mets’ first base coach walked over and said “Don’t bother, Casey, he missed first too!” They were lovable losers but seven short years later, in 1969, they won the World Series when they became the “Amazing Mets.” Shea Stadium was a witness to all of it, opening in 1964 with a capacity of over 55,000 people. Also, Shea was the scene of the first stadium rock concert when the Beatles played there in August of 1965. I was sad when it was torn down in 2008 and replaced with a smaller “Citi Field.” As names go “Shea” was a much cooler one and more memorable.
Get Results! Garden City resident Mike Holland notched his first hole in one last Saturday at the Garden City Country Club, acing the No. 2 par 3 hole.
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Lobkowicz Palace is Prague’s Jewel Box BY KAREN RUBIN TRAVEL FEATURES SYNDICATE GOINGPLACESFARANDNEAR.COM When I come out from Golden Lane, with its tiny houses that line the Prague Castle walls, I look across to see the Lobkowicz Palace and realize it is included on the Prague Cool Pass, so decide to check it out. This turns out to be the absolute highlight for me in Prague. The Palace, itself, is fabulous, and the collection it houses, is breathtaking. And the family’s story is utterly fascinating. Built in the mid-16th century, the Lobkowicz Palace is one of the most significant cultural sites in the Czech Republic (no hyperbole), and the only privately owned palace in the Prague Castle complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The family, once one of the richest and most powerful in Bohemia, have been key players in the history of the Czech Republic and the whole of Europe. I know none of this when I walk in, but quickly am awe-struck. The audio tour through 21 galleries is narrated by William Lobkowicz (b 1961), the current heir and manager of most of the Lobkowicz lands in the Czech Republic (Lobkowicz Palace, Nelahozeves, Roudnice and Strekov Castle), with some cameo appearances by his wife and mother. He puts faces as well as context to the portraits you see (as fabulous as they are, going back to the first Prince Lobkowicz, Zdenko Adalbert Popel). The Lobkowicz Palace was built in the mid-16th century by Bohemian nobleman Jaroslav of Pernstein (1528– 1569). It came into the Lobkowicz family through the marriage of Polyxena of Pernstein (1566-1642) to Zdenko
A painting in the Lobkowicz Palace immortalizes a key role Polyxena and the palace played in one of the most significant events in Prague history: the famous Defenestration of Prague in 1618 © Karen Rubin/ goingplacesfarandnear.com Adalbert Popel, 1st Prince Lobkowicz (1568–1628), in 1603. Polyxena and the palace played a key role in one of the most significant events in Prague history: the famous Defenestration of Prague in 1618, when Protestant rebels threw two Catholic Imperial Ministers and their secretary out the windows of the Royal Palace in Prague Castle. Surviving the fall (they fell on a pile of refuse in the moat), they were given refuge in the adjoining Lobkowicz Palace, where they were protected by Polyxena. (The scene is immortalized in a painting which you can view.) The Defenestration of Prague signaled the beginning of a Bohemian revolt against the Habsburg Emperor Ferdinand II, leading to the Thirty Years’ War. “It is no exaggeration to call the Thirty Years’ War the worst war in European history. The combatant nations lost between 25 and 40 percent of their populations to military action, famine and disease,” I learn from historyextra.com.
Also in this room, there is a notable painting attributed to Velazquez of the “Infanta Margarita Teresa of Spain,” the daughter of Philip IV of Spain, and granddaughter of Emperor Ferdinand III, when she was four. At 15, she was married to her uncle, Emperor Leopold I, in 1666, and bore him four children before dying in childbirth at 22. (Philip would only have Velazquez paint the family). She is featured in one of Velazquez’ most famous portraits, “Infanta Margarita Teresa in a Blue Dress” and in “Las Meninas” (“The Ladies-in-Waiting”), a painting that is recognized as one of the most important in Western art history. But this is nothing compared to the astonishment you experience when you enter the Music Room. Here you see various historical instruments on display and the important musical personalities within Lobkowicz family in the 18th and early 19th centuries. Ferdinand Philipp Lobkowicz (1724-1784) is described as “an eccentric melancholic, a passionate col-
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lector, scientist, painter and musician. He was the second born son, so expected to be able to devote himself to his passions – science and art. That plan was derailed when his older brother Wenzel died suddenly and Ferdinand was required to take over the ancestral estates. He composed a Sinfonia with Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach and was closely associated with Christoph Willibald Gluck. He married when he was 45 to a woman who shared his passion for music. But the family’s paramount musical figure was Joseph Frantisek Maximilian (1772-1816), 7th Prince Lobkowicz, who was Beethoven’s greatest private patron. Beethoven dedicated numerous works to Lobkowicz, including his 3rd (Eroica), 5th and 6th (Pastoral) symphonies. Joseph was a founding member of the Society of the friends of Music in Vienna, a member of the Society for the Promotion of Musical Culture in Bohemia and a director of the Court Theatre of Vienna. He was also responsible for commissioning the reconstruction of the palace’s exterior, giving it the appearance it has today. Upon his early death, in 1816, his son Ferdinand Joseph, 8th Prince Lobkowicz (1797-1868), continued Beethoven’s annuity and maintained the family orchestra, most of instruments of which survive today in the collection, along with the autographed manuscripts by Gluck, Mozart and Beethoven we see in display cases. Walk on and you find yourself in an intimate gallery with Pieter Bruegel the Elder’s famous “Haymaking,” painting - one of only five known today (one in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, Continued on next page
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Lobkowicz Palace is Prague’s Jewel Box Continued from previous page three in Kunsthistorisches museum in Vienna and this one). Just beyond, in another gallery, are two masterpieces by Canaletto: “London: The River Thames on lord Mayor’s Day, and ‘The River Thames Looking Towards Westminster from Lambeth,” Another highlight of the visit to Lobkowicz Palace is an incomparable view overlooking the city from one of the balconies. The tour continues on the first floor of this magnificent palace. In the Princess Ernestine Room you see a remarkable series of portraits painted by Princess Ernestine of Nassau-Siegen (1623-68) including her own self-portrait. Her work is notable as a 17th century woman painter, particularly because she was of noble birth. She was herself painted by Sir Anthony van Dyck in 1634, when she was 11, in one of his largest and greatest family group portraits, which possibly inspired her to paint. The portraits entered the collection through the marriage of the artist’s only daughter, Claudia Frantiska (1660-80) to the 3rd Prince Lobkowicz in 1677. The Lobkowicz princes, throughout history, played important roles as high-level officials working closely with kings and emperors. After World War I and following the end of hereditary titles in 1918, Maximilian Lobkowicz (1888–1967), son of Ferdinand Zdenko, 10th Prince
Lobkowicz (1858–1938), provided crucial support to the newly formed, democratic Czechoslovakia as a lawyer and diplomat, campaigning abroad for international recognition. He demonstrated his support for the fledgling First Czechoslovak Republic by making several rooms at the Palace available to the government, headed by the new nation’s first President, Tomas G. Masaryk. In the 1930s, Maximilian mustered diplomatic support for opposition to the German annexation of the Sudetenland, and during World War II he served as ambassador to Great Britain for the Czechoslovakian government in exile. “Max supported the new Czechoslovakia in 1918, even though it abolished inherited titles,” William narrates about his grandfather. “He was against the Nazi regime. He had a British wife and was active in the underground.” Their property taken by the Nazis. Most of the possessions were returned in 1945, but confiscated again in 1948 when the Communists came to power. “Max was trapped in Czechoslovakia after it was taken over by the Communists. He got a two-day pass to visit his wife. He left with nothing but his hat and coat.” The property was returned (again) to the family in 2002, and in 2007, they opened the palace and all its collections to the public. The surprises of this place continue. At the end of the visit, is a special room dedicated to the “Queens of Ukraine”: glamorous photographs of Ukrainian
women who work in the Czech Republic. “They have worked hard all their lives as housekeepers in our country, sending money to their families in Ukraine as there was no work. Now their sons are at war and their daughters are running away with little children from a country that’s fighting for its freedom.” There are also concerts here, and I can’t imagine a more impressive venue. (Lobkowicz Palace, palace@lobkowicz.cz, www.lobkowicz.ca). Just outside the gate to the Prague Castle, flanking the enormous square, are two palaces that are now are part of the National Gallery Prague (also included in the Prague Cool Pass): The Schwarzenberg Palace, which it turns out was built by Johann IV Popel of Lobkowicz in 1567, and from World War II to 2002 was a Military History Museum, before being acquired by the National Gallery Prague) features Old Masters of the Renaissance (Albrecht Durer, El Greco, Lucas Cranach the Elder, Hans Holbein the Elder, Brueghel), Baroque (Peter Paul Rubens, Anthony van Dyck) and Rococco. The Sternberg Palace, built by Count Vaclav Vojtech of Sternberg, features Old Masters II, continuing a long tradition as the Picture Gallery of the Society of Patriotic Friends of the Arts, the National Gallery’s predecessor. It features Archduke Franz Ferdinand’s collection of Italian paintings of the 14th and 15th centuries, the largest collection of Italian primitive school outside of
Italy. My favorite section, though, is an extraordinary collection of Dutch and Flemish painting of the 15-18th centuries from Antwerp, Amsterdam, Utrecht and Layden (Brueghal, Rubens, van Dyck). There is also a delightful garden area. By now, it’s time for me to return to the hotel, pick up my luggage, and make my way to Elbe Princess for my CroisiEurope river cruise. I will have one more full day here in Prague – the ship offers guided walks of the Jewish Quarter and the Prague Castle - before the ship begins its eight-day cruise to Berlin. The Prague Cool Pass is extremely easy to purchase and use – you purchase it online, download an app, and it activates the first time you use it, and is good for the amount of time you purchase, 2 to 4 consecutive days. You just flash the QR code to the ticket counter and they issue you a ticket. (Each attraction can be visited only once. The pass provides free entry to some 70 attractions (including Prague Castle, Jewish Museum, Petrin Tower), free sightseeing bus tour, free river cruises, plus discounts on other attractions, tours in and outside Prague, concerts, entertainment, dining and other activities. The app is really helpful, giving details and visitor information about the attraction, plus maps. (See praguecoolpass.com) ___________________________________ © 2022 Travel Features Syndicate, a division of Workstyles, Inc. All rights reserved. Visit goingplacesfarandnear. com.
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Simple Tips to Keep Things Beautiful and Working Well Around the House BY MARY HUNT MELTED-ON CRAYON STAINS With so many restaurants giving kids crayons to keep them occupied while waiting for the meal to arrive, we have had to learn how to remove crayons from clothes that have inadvertently made their way through both the washer and dryer. Melted-on crayon can be removed by first applying WD-40 to the area, working it into the stain with your fingers. Once the WD-40 has begun to break down the petroleum base of the crayon, apply concentrated detergent to remove both the stain and the WD-40. Put back into the washer and launder a s usual. It works like a charm. FABULOUS FIXTURES So you splurged on some really beautiful -- dare I say expensive -- sink fixtures for your kitchen or bathroom. Here’s a fabulous way to keep them looking beautiful for many years to come: No matter how water-spotted and dull your tub, shower and sink faucets are, car wax will make them look like new -- and help them stay that way. Rub a small bit of auto wax into all of that metal and allow it to dry
for a few minutes. Now just polish it away with a soft dry cloth. The wax will prevent new water spots and keep those fixtures sparkling. DUCT TAPE REPAIR Got a shower curtain with a ripped ring hole that makes it sag? Don’t throw it out quite yet. Instead, get out the duct tape and cover the entire hole on both sides. Using a hole punch or craft knife, re-create the ring hole. Now it’s stronger than new, but maybe not so attractive. Not to worry. These days, duct tape comes in loads of colors and even patterns. You may even want to reinforce the entire top strip of the vinyl curtain with a bright color or design and redo all of the holes while you’re at it, not just the torn one. BLOW-DRYER LONGEVITY The intake area of a blow-dryer does more than draw in air to cool the heating element. It also sucks in dust, hair, makeup, hair spray, powder and anything else around it. That’s hard on the motor and can cause it to overheat and burn out. To keep your blow-dryer working for years, make sure to vacuum the holes at the back of the dryer every time you vacuum the floor in that room.
HAPPY MOUSE If you use a rollerball computer mouse -- one that has a ball that you can see when you turn the mouse upside down -- then you need to clean the inner workings at least every month to keep it working smoothly. Otherwise, you’ll be paying for replacements more frequently. Here’s how to clean it: Unplug the mouse and turn it over. You will see the tracking ball as well as a round ring that holds it in place. Remove the ring by pressing down and rotating it counterclockwise until you can lift it off. Flip the mouse over so that the ball drops out. Wash the ball with warm tap water and mild soap, then thoroughly dry it with a lint-free cloth. Before replacing the ball and ring, look for three small rollers (each about 1/16th-inch wide) inside the mouse cavity where the ball sits. They will likely be covered with built-up dirt. Use cotton swabs or a toothpick to scrape off the dirt. Gently knock the still-open cavity down into the palm of your hand to get rid of loose particles. Then replace the ball and ring cover. Mary invites you to visit her at EverydayCheapskate.com, where this column is
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Making a Father’s Day splash is Ryan Reynolds BY CLAIRE LYNCH Actor Ryan Reynolds plans on celebrating Father’s Day on June 19 with his family in a big way. He and his wife, Blake Lively, are the parents of three girls: James, who was born in December 2014 near their Bedford, NY, home and was named after Ryan’s late father, Inez who was born in 2016 and Betty who was born in 2019. Reynolds has said publicly that he cherishes being a dad of all girls. He has noted, “It’s a dream. They’re the best … If I could have nine daughters, I would be thrilled!” Ryan Rodney Reynolds was born on October 23, 1976, in Vancouver, British Columbia, as the youngest of four sons. His father, James Chester Reynolds, was a Royal Canadian Mounted Policeman before retiring from the force and going to work as a food wholesaler. His mother, Tamara Lee “Tammy” worked as a retail salesperson. Reynolds has two brothers that work in law enforcement in British Columbia and one followed his father into the RCMP. His paternal grandfather, Chester Reynolds, was a farmer who represented Stettler in the Legislative Assembly of Alberta from 1940 to 1944. Reynolds has Irish and Scottish ancestry, and was raised in the Roman Catholic Church in Vancouver’s Kitsilano neighborhood. He graduated from Kitsilano Secondary School in 1994 but Reynolds has been acting since age 13. He attended an open casting call and landed a lead role in Nickelodeon’s Florida-shot teen soap opera “Hillside” from 19911993. After returning to Vancouver, Canada, he appeared in several TV movies and played a recurring role in the CBC fantasy series “The Odyssey” from 1993-1994. Then from 1998 to 2001 he landed the leading role on the sitcom “Two Guys and a Girl.” Reynolds then starred in a range of films, including comedies such as “National Lampoon’s Van Wilder” in 2002, “Waiting...” in 2005 and “The Proposal” which came out in 2009. He’s now a film producer as well as an actor but his career didn’t always go smooth-
ly. At age 19 he quit acting and enrolled in Kwantlen Polytechnic University. A few months later he ran into friend and fellow actor Chris William Martin who convinced him to move with him to Los Angeles and retry acting. Reynolds had been frustrated with the small roles he had on a few TV series so he wondered if acting was really for him. If it hadn’t been for his friend’s nudging, Reynolds may not be the star he is today. He also performed in dramatic roles in “Buried” in 2010, “Woman in Gold” in 2015 and “Life” in 2017. He starred in action films such as “Blade: Trinity” in 2004, “6 Underground” in 2019 and “Free Guy” last year. Reynolds also did the voice acting in the animated features “The Croods” in 2013, “Turbo” also in 2013, “Pokémon: Detective Pikachu” in 2019 and “The Croods: A New Age” in 2020. Reynolds’ biggest success on the big screen came in 2016 with the superhero film “Deadpool” and its 2018 sequel, “Deadpool 2” in which he played the title character. Reynolds’ performance earned him nominations at the Critics’ Choice Movie Awards and the Golden Globe Awards. Reynolds was awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2017. Los Angeles native Blake Lively is famous for playing the role of Serena van der Woodsen in “Gossip Girl” which ran from 2007-2012. Lively also played the lead character of Nancy Adams in the 2016 film, “The Shallows,” a survival horror film. She’s a surfer vacationing in Mexico trying to escape a great white shark attack. Lively and Reynolds met in the summer of 2010 on the set of “Green Lantern.” Cast as the lead roles in “Green Lantern,” a superhero film that came out in 2011, they made their first public appearance together at ComicCon in San Diego. Reynolds said, “We were friends and buddies, and then about a year and a half later, we actually went on a double date but we were dating separate people. That was the most awkward date from their perspective probably because we were just like fireworks coming across.”
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The two kept in touch but sort of casually. Reynolds added, “Next thing you know, she was going to Boston, I was going to Boston, and I said, ‘Well, I’ll ride with you.’ We got on the train and rode together.” They were married in 2012 in front of family and friends in Mount Pleasant, SC, just outside of Charleston. About fatherhood Ryan Reynolds has said: “I have no problem waking up five times in the middle of the night and changing diapers, and as exhausted as you get, I have this stupid grin on my face all the time.” “Being a father is the single greatest feeling on earth. Not including those wonderful years I spent without a child, of course.” “It’s amazing to see my older daughter taking care of my younger one. The ‘Lion King’ was right! The circle of life exists.” “I don’t have to prepare to be wrapped around my daughter’s finger. I have been wrapped around her little finger since the day she plopped out into this world.” “I have three daughters, which I never in a million years would imagine. I come from all boys. I have three
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older brothers. So for me, to have three daughters has been such a ride and I love every second of it.” On taking a sabbatical from acting in the fall of 2021, Reynolds said, “I don’t want to miss this time with my kids. … I want my kids to have a pretty normal schedule. I think it’s totally important for their development, and I really enjoy being a present dad. I love taking them to school in the morning. I love picking them up. I love that I have the hours in between to focus on the things that I’m really passionate about.” I wish a Happy Father’s Day to Dads everywhere!
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Sometimes Waiting Until 70 Doesn’t Make Sense BY TOM MARGENAU
Older adults across the country are bombarded with invitations to attend seminars that allegedly will clue them in on a supposed “secret” to maximizing their Social Security benefits. Well, if you’re one of those folks, I can save you the trouble of getting out of the house and traipsing across town to take in one of these little gatherings. Because here is the “secret” you will learn: “Wait as long as possible, preferably to age 70, to file for your Social Security benefits.” This can be good advice if you think you’re going to live until a ripe old age because then, in the long run, you will reap more benefits out of the Social Security system (especially with the augmented benefits -- up to about 30% -- you get by waiting until 70) to make up for the money you lose by not signing up for benefits earlier. And it’s also good advice if your goal is to leave your surviving spouse (and this almost always means a surviving widow) with a higher Social Security benefit. And that’s because the widow’s rate includes the augmented benefits you get for delaying the start of your benefits beyond your full retirement age. But of course, everyone’s situation is different. And there may be times when it just makes more sense to start your Social Security benefits at an earlier age. I’m a good example of this. My wife and I each took our benefits at age 62. Why? Primarily because we had other sources of income and our Social Security benefits were just a smallish part of our retirement nest egg. Today’s questions give other examples that buck the conventional wisdom of waiting until age 70 to start receiving your Social Security benefits. Q: I just turned 67. I was planning to wait until 70 to start my Social Security. But I recently got some terrible medical news. I have stage 4 cancer and I probably have less than a year to live, so I just signed up for my Social Security last week. I’d like you to pass on this information to your readers. Let them know that you just never know what’s going to happen and they might want to rethink their plans to delay filing for Social Security. A: I’m so sorry to hear about your medical diagnosis. But thanks for sharing your story. And if you didn’t do this, make sure you sign up for the maximum six months’ worth of retroactive benefits. I recently wrote about why I’m puzzled when retirees file for retroactive benefits, but yours is a situation where it makes perfect sense to do so. Q: I am 69. My husband died about 3 months ago at age 71. I can’t get widow’s benefits on his record because my own Social Security rate is higher than his was. But I wanted to make this point. Against my advice, my husband was bound and deter-
mined to wait until 70 to file for his Social Security. He wanted that 30% bonus you get for doing so. But he only got Social Security checks for a little over a year before he passed away. There is so much pressure on older adults to wait until 70 to take our Social Security. I wish my husband had not listened to these people and had started his benefits at an earlier age. A: I’m sorry for your loss. And once again, thanks for sharing your story. I’m sure that financial planners and other so-called experts will tell you that statistically, seniors benefit from waiting as long as possible to file for benefits. But your husband’s case shows that is not always the best advice. Of course, no one knows how long he or she is going to live. So, deciding when to start your Social Security benefits is always just a gamble. Each person just needs to consider their situation and make a decision he or she feels comfortable with. Q: I am 65. I plan to delay starting my Social Security until I’m 70. My full retirement age benefit is $2,600. If I wait until 70, I’d get $3,432. My wife is 62. She wants to file for her Social Security now. She’s due a much smaller benefit. It would be about $787 if she files now. I say she should wait until she is her full retirement age of 67 and then file on my record, because if she files for reduced benefits now, that reduction would carry over to the spousal benefits she will eventually be due on my record. So, who is right? A: I think your wife might be right. Let’s compare the two options. We’ll take yours first. In your scenario, no one would get anything until you turn 70 and sign up for Social Security. At that point, you would get $3,432. At about the same time, your then 67-year-old wife would sign up for her full retirement benefit, which should be about $1,050. And she would also file for spousal benefits on your record, and get an additional $250, for a total of $1,300. (A spousal benefit is always based on your full retirement age rate, not your augmented age 70 rate.) So, your wife will get her retirement benefit supplemented to 50% of your $2,600 rate, or $1,300. In other words, in the option you think is best, neither of you would get any benefits until you are 70 years old at which point you would start getting $4,732 per month in combined benefits. Now let’s look at what your wife wants to do. She wants to start taking her reduced retirement benefits now. So, she would get $787 per month for the next five years. That’s $47,220 you guys would forfeit if you did nothing until your 70th and her 67th birthday. And what happens then? Well, you would get your $3,432 monthly check. And then your wife can claim some extra spousal benefits on your record. You are right that
she will suffer a bit of a reduction in her spousal benefits because she took early retirement on her own record. But it’s not as much as you think. Here is roughly how they will figure out what she is due. They will take her full retirement rate, or $1,050, and subtract that from one-half of your full retirement rate, or
$1,300. The difference, or $250, will be added to her reduced retirement benefit. So, her combined retirement and spousal benefits will be $1,037 (as compared to the $1,300 she’d get in your preferred option.) In other words, your total comContinued on next page
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ow that our interest rates have pretty much doubled in the last 8 months, inflation hasn’t yet been controlled, supply shortages with infant formula and other necessities, the question is how should I finance my housing purchase? Well, if you look at the current rates, you will find the 7/1 year A.R.M. (adjustable rate mortgage) is lower than the 15 or 30 year fixed and just maybe more beneficial in lowering your monthly cost. Also, generally the penalties in breaking a fixed (could be upwards of $10,000 during the first 3 years) vs. a variable can be considerably less as it all depends on your lender’s terms and conditions. It all depends on how long you will be in your home. If you believe you will be moving within that 7 year period, then the A.R.M. will be your best choice. Another possibility is that you just may believe and feel that you will be able to pay off your mortgage in that seven year period, then again that will be your most logical and cost effective decision. Even though the lower rate stays fixed for seven years, it is based on a 30 year payout; so then the remaining 23 years will have a rate adjustment annually or there will be a final balloon payment on your 84th installment
unless you refinance. This is a calculated risk as no one knows or can predict what rates might be after that 7 year period. More important, your lender might have a capped top fixed rate, thereby having some safety in the actual long term costs of one’s mortgage. In the 1980s-1990s variable rates had been consistently lower than fixed rates as a form of financing. Now that rates have increased dramatically over the last eight months, you will find a greater difference between fixed and variable rates, whereby the variable rate of a 5/1 and 7/1 A.R.M. will be more desirable in lowering the monthly mortgage costs. However, one must again weigh the long term risks as the rate will adjust at the end of the term and/or the balloon payment will be due. Also, if refinancing before the end of the term, one must consider what penalties will accrue in doing so. One must take into consideration the length of time you will be residing in your home to determine what type of mortgage should be considered. Do you have or will you have children, and if so will you stay put until they are out of college? If not and you decide to commit to a variable rate mortgage, will you consider moving before the end of the term of your variable rate mortgage? How safe and secure is your job and/or business in our new Covid19 pandemic effected world? Will your income be stable, possibly decrease or potentially increase? There are many crucial questions to be asked before making that most critical decision to commit to a fixed or variable rate mortgage when considering purchasing
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Sometimes Waiting Until 70 Doesn’t Make Sense Continued from previous page bined benefits would be $4,469, not all that much less than the $4,732 in your option. So, if you guys go with your choice, you’d get an extra $263 per month from your 70th and her 67th birthday on. But you would have given up the $47,220 in reduced retirement benefits your wife would have been due starting at age 62.
It would take you about 180 months, or 15 years, to make up that money you would have lost if your wife doesn’t file now. I think you two should talk about that. 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
your home. Maybe renting for a few more years will be a more prudent decision after analyzing and comparing the costs. Squirreling away more money to save for a larger future down payment will assist in decreasing the overall costs. However, over the long run owning your home has been the only and single best asset that most consumers have possessed as a forced savings in building their wealth. Paying your monthly mortgage over time, creates equity slowly but surely. Unless you are an amazing, expert and proficient stock trader and have a crystal ball as to earning money in the stock market which as of this writing today Monday, June 13, is way, way down; a home as opposed to gambling in the market, or being in a rental has always been a better path to increasing one’s long term wealth. Having that security and comfort in knowing you are in control, having somewhat fixed financing costs as opposed to what rent might be in the future; and being your own landlord, in determining if and when you and only you decide to consider moving goes a long way in being confident about home ownership. However, how you will determine the path to pursue financing your purchase will require much thought and planning. If you need any assistance or want to discuss your specific “needs and wants” you can always feel free to reach out to me. Donate to the Ukrainian Crisis and save a life or 2: https://usaforiom.org/iomsukraine-response/ Please make your contribution to The
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Spring Turns to Summer BY DENNIS MAMMANA Week of June 19-25, 2022 Summertime is on its way! Officially, the summer solstice arrives this year on June 21 at 2:14 a.m. PDT (5:14 a.m. EDT). This time marks the exact moment when the sun reaches its farthest northward point over the Earth and signals the onset of summertime in our planet’s Northern Hemisphere. On that day, early morning sky watchers will notice that the sun rises farthest to the northeast, arching to its highest point around noontime, and setting farthest to the northwest in the evening. From the other side of the equator -- in the Southern Hemisphere -- viewers now see the sun moving quite low across their daytime sky. For them, this date marks the beginning of winter. It’s surprising how many people don’t understand why we have seasons at all. Many believe that it’s because we lie closest to the sun during summer and that this causes our hot temperatures. Now, while it is true that our planet’s distance from the sun changes during the year, this is not the cause of our seasonal temperature variations. In fact, we’re actually about 6 million miles farther from the sun during July than during January! No, our warming temperatures occur
mostly from how long the sun appears in our daytime sky. And that comes about because our planet’s axis is tipped 23.4 degrees to its orbit around the sun. This causes sunlight to fall more directly onto our hemisphere than the other at various times of the year. During the summertime, the sun appears higher in our sky. It rises in the northeast, swings very high overhead around midday, and sets in the northwest. In most places in the U.S., the sun remains in the sky for about 15 hours or so and lies below the horizon only about nine hours each night. This means that less of the heat gained during the daytime can escape into space after dark, and temperatures naturally rise over time. In the winter, just the opposite occurs. Most places in middle latitudes see the sun only about 9 hours a day at that time of year. In other words, our atmosphere loses heat during the long nights faster than it can gain it during the short days. A logical question might be this: why, then, doesn’t the year’s hottest day occur on the first day of summer, when the sun appears longest in our sky? That’s because our atmosphere takes time to absorb the sun’s heat. Put a pot of water on a hot stove, and you know intuitively that it doesn’t boil instantly, and you make allowances for that when cooking.
The same is true with our atmosphere; it requires a couple of months to respond to the extra heat. As a result, the hottest times of the year in the Northern Hemisphere typically occur not around June 21, but in August or early September, while our coldest often come during January and February. I’ve always loved the summertime, but the scorching hot temperatures in
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Show Me the Honey BY TRACY BECKERMAN The first time I felt the wasp buzz by my ear, I didn’t really notice. I was engrossed in a book and simply waved the wasp away without looking. But the second time it came so close it sounded like a fighter jet doing flight maneuvers around my head, and I was pretty sure that the wasp thought I was behind enemy lines. The third time it divebombed me, I dropped the book and ran away from my lounge chair, screaming like a little girl. When I thought the coast was clear, I ran back for my book, and that’s when I saw it: a giant wasp nest. I have no idea how I hadn’t noticed it before. It was the size of a small planet, or at least as big as my fist, hanging directly under the bottom of the deck railing next to my lounger. As though the sheer size of the nest
weren’t enough to draw my attention, it was also abuzz with activity as wasp after wasp emerged from one solitary hole and then took flight to search out other innocent suburban housewives to antagonize. I should mention that when it comes to flying, stinging insects, I do differentiate between the good kind (honeybees) and the bad kind (murder hornets), with terroristic suburban wasps falling somewhere closer to the murder hornets in terms of my feelings of fondness for them. I will leave honeybees be, but when it comes to wasps, I’m firmly in the “I was here first and this deck ain’t big enough for the both of us” camp. So, when I saw the nest, I knew what needed to be done. Although we have a pest control company to deal with such things, I decided that even though the nest was
the size of Jupiter, it was still within my ability to grab a nearby stick and knock the nest from its mount and fling it into oblivion. Of course, these are the kinds of poor choices that cause people to wake from a coma 20 years later and say, “Well, doctor, the last thing I remember was flinging a small wasp nest into oblivion.” As I looked around for the best stick to use to fling the nest, my daughter-inlaw appeared on the deck. “Whatcha doing?” she asked. “I’m looking for a stick to fling that wasp nest,” I told her, pointing to the Jupiter-sized nest I’d discovered. “Oh, you don’t need a stick,” she said. Then she hauled off and smacked the nest with the palm of her hand. I watched with a mix of admiration and horror and waited for the nest to
sail into oblivion. But it didn’t sail. It didn’t fling. It didn’t even fall. It shook violently and then stopped. I turned to my daughter-in-law. “Well, that didn’t work,” I said. “Now what?” Suddenly, the whole nest started to buzz and as we looked down, we saw a very large, very angry-looking wasp begin to emerge. She nodded her head matter-of-factly. “Run!” 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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The picturesque Sebonack Golf Club, in Southampton, host of the 2013 Women’s U.S. Open, was the setting for RotaCare’s highly successful golf outing held on Tuesday, June 7. The Sebonack Course was designed by Jack Nicklaus, retired professional golfer and renowned golf course designer. Turning out to support RotaCare while enjoying a fabulous golf afternoon were 44 golfers. Amenities included awards presented to top golfers with each player receiving PGA store gift certificates. RotaCare was founded in 1992 by members of the Mineola-Garden City Rotary
Chris Kobos (left) with Rotarian and past RotaCare president Gary Fishberg.
Club, many who remain active to this day. The mission of RotaCare is to facilitate free health care for the relief and suffering to
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From left: Rotarians Jim Brady and Frank Morrone with Chris Kobos and Rotarian Gary Fishberg, past president of RotaCare.
Garden City Pool News Pool Passes
This year, we are changing our Pool passes for the season. All members for the 2022 season are required to stop by the Pool Office beginning May 13 to get updated pictures and passes. The Pool Photo Center hours will be May 13 – June 10, Monday thru Friday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Saturday and Sundays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Previous seasons pool passes WILL NOT be accepted.
Middle School End of the Year Party
Still Time to Register
There is still time to register for the 2022 Pool season. Stop by the Pool Office between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. to register for a “Summer of Fun!” We accept check and credit cards (sorry, no Am Ex).
The pool stays open for our Middle School End of the Year Party for GCMS teens ONLY! Join us on Friday, June 17, from 7 – 9:30 p.m. Come with your friends to enjoy music from popular Music Flex DJ for a fun night at the Pool. The night is $5 for middle school members which also includes a ticket for a snack at the snack bar. ticket for a snack at the snack bar.
Open House Weekend Announced
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will have our annual Open House Days June 12, June 18, and June 19 during the hours of noon – 8 p.m. Village residents who have not yet joined the pool can come to preview and see all what they are missing for our admission guest rates ($15 for adults, $12 for children under 13). For more information, please call our pool office at 465-4074.
Youth Swim Lessons
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 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.
Early Bird Swim Club
Members can now sign up for our popular Early Bird Swim Club which begins Saturday, June 18 (6 a.m. – 8 a.m.). You can register at the Pool Office for an additional fee of $75. An EB pass will be issued upon registration, and must be presented during EB hours to the lifeguard on duty.
First Movie of the Season
Our first Movie Night of the year will take place June 28 as we will be showing, “Paw Patrol: The Movie.” The movie will begin at 8:30 p.m. and admission is $2 for members and $4 for guest of members.
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GARDEN CITY RECREATION AND PARK NEWS
The Best Secret in Town
Did you know that each of our neighbor hood parks runs a playground program every summer? Children entering 1st through 8th grades who are residents of the Village are invited to come to the park during the summer to find out what activities are taking place. Each park has its own “flavor” and “favorite” activities. The Park Directors and their staff run games, sports, tournaments, and arts and crafts activities during the day and into the evening. Trips are also run through the parks. These activities, except for the trips, are free to anyone attending. Registration is not necessary. A child may attend any day they choose. The children are supervised while in the park, but the children attending must be able to come and go to the park as they please or a parent or child care provider must be in attendance while the child participates. This program can not be used as babysitting. When: Monday through Friday beginning Monday, June 27th and ending Friday, August 12th. Where: Nassau Haven, Edgemere, Tullamore, Grove, and Hemlock Parks Time: beginning 10 a.m. and running throughout the day, check your local park for posted schedules. This program is only as great as the children who attend. Please support our staff as they strive to create a great summer for the children.
2022 Gazebo Concerts on the Village Green
In cooperation with Steve Dassa Entertainment, the Garden City Recreation Department is pleased to announce a stellar 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 p.m. In the event of rain, shows will be moved indoors to Cluett Hall, on the grounds of Historic 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 Fruitegum 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
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
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 Our 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 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 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 Those 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
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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.
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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 Session Session Session Session Session Session
A: June 27 – July 1 B: July 5 – 8 (Tues – Fri) C: July 11–14 D: July 18–21 E: July 25–28 F: August 1 – 4 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.
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. s
Riders from Cyclebar in Garden City raised funds for Garden City Community Church's mission trip. On Sunday, May 15, Cyclebar hosted 43 cyclists on a charity “Ride to Colorado” to raise money for the Garden City Community Church’s 2022 mission trip. For over 20 years, the Garden City Community Church has been sending their youth and adults on summer mission trips. This year, a group of 40 will be traveling to Colorado Springs and working with Family Life Services an organization that helps single mothers
living in poverty. And what a success the fundraiser was, $2400 was raised! From the first moment Lee Williams, the owner of Cyclebar was contacted, it became clear that he was committed to giving back to the community by partnering with local organizations to host fundraisers. A great big thank you goes out to the Garden City Cyclebar, Lee Williams and the staff for hosting an amazing event!
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Tradition Lacrosse teams begin summer tournament season
Tradition 2027 Tradition has eleven youth travel club lacrosse teams training and competing at a high level. Tradition’s oldest team is 2025 (entering 10th grade) and youngest is 2031 (entering 4th grade). Its mission is to promote the rich tradition of lacrosse through a positive, fun environment of continuous athletic development, teamwork and sportsmanship while developing
Tradition 2028 each player’s character, confidence, skill and love of the game with the goal of helping players succeed on AND off the field. Tradition is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, managed and led by unpaid community volunteers. These volunteers have successfully led and managed teams in athletics, business, our community and/or the military.
2022 Tryout Dates are Announced:
2031 and 2032: July 18, 2022. Check in at 4:30, Tryout: 5:00–7:00 p.m. 2029 and 2030: July 19, 2022. Check in at 4:30, Tryout: 5:00–7:00 p.m. 2027 and 2028: July 20, 2022. Check in at 4:30, Tryout: 5:00–7:00 p.m. 2025 and 2026: July 21, 2022. Check in at 4:30, Tryout: 5:00–7:00 p.m.
Makeup Day: July 22, 2022. Check in at 4:30, Tryout: 5:00–7:00 p.m. Tryout Location: St. Paul’s Fields, Garden City There will be no supplemental tryouts. Please plan accordingly! For more information, please visit www.traditionlax.org
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Congratulations to the GC Rams 2030 Maroon team which won four games on the way to the Long Ireland Lacrosse Championship.
GC Rockets win LI Championship
The 4th grade Oakland A’s won the Little League championship on Saturday, June 11. Team roster: Jake Morales, James Crowley, Christian Walsh, Charlie Bayduss, Cash Coons, Brian Sullivan, Bobby Salata, Ryan Chalupa, Robbie Vona, Matthew Jendras, Landon Stoller, Jaxson PepicelliCoaches: Tim Crowley, Justin Coons, Fernando Pepicelli.
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Portraits The U9 Garden City Rockets coached by Joe Sparacello, Mike Reginia and Kurt Rogers defeated Northport Cow Harbor for the Long Island Championship, winning 4-1. Top row (left to right): Georgia Gale, Ella Bianco, Erin Groarke, Molly McKay, Quinn Kane, Isabella Ordas. Bottom row (left to right): Lily Raia, Elena Mahouski, Hayley Regina, Colleen Bennett, Sofia Sparacello.
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GCHS Boys Varsity Lacrosse Team wins NYS Championship
NY State Class B State Champions! At the beginning of the season, in mid-March, the Boys Varsity lacrosse team set a goal of winning the state championship. This past week, they achieved that goal. They played in the state semifinal on Wednesday, June 8, at 5:30 at the University at Albany against a very talented Rye HS team. The boys traveled up to Albany on Tuesday night by coach bus with a dinner by Seventh Street Gourmet and spent the night in a hotel to allow for Wednesday to be spent on game preparation. A huge thank you to the Friends of Garden City Lacrosse, the Eckna Foundation and the TMA for helping with the cost of the trip. The Trojans got out to a hot start and were up 3-1 at the end of the first quarter, but the lead had been cut to 4-3 at halftime. Rye came out and tied the score at 4-4 early in the third quarter. Garden City answered with 2 goals in the third quarter and finished the game with a 6-4 win and earned a spot in the state final. The goal scorers in this game were Luke Schmitt (2), Brendan Staub, Stevie Finnell, Henry Gibbons and Mike Fargione. Chris Allen was amazing in net and the defense held Rye to one goal in the second half. After the game, Ryan Maher was presented with
Let the celebration begin!
Defense celebrating the Championship. the NYS Sportsmanship Award. After the trip home Wednesday night, the team got to work on Thursday, preparing to face Canandaigua Academy in the state final. The state championship game was held at Hofstra University on Saturday, June 11, at 3:00. It was a defensive struggle to start with the score 2-1, in favor of Garden City at halftime. The Trojans took over in the second half, scoring 2 minutes into the third quarter to start a GC run that put them up 6-1 at the end of the third quarter. The score was 8-1 at the end of the game, making the Garden City Trojans the 2022 Class B State Champions! Goal scorers in the game were Jack Archer (3), Jack Cascadden (2), Henry Gibbons, Jay Ottomanelli and Aidan Considine. Chris Allen was very strong in net and the defense (Tristan Mullahey, Cole Webber, Will Peters, Matt Kephart, Brendan Staub, Luke Paskewitz, Tanner Schmitt, Owen Wuchte and Blake Cascadden) were relentless, causing multiple turnovers and holding Canandaigua to only one goal. The boys enjoyed the celebration on the field and were greeted back in GC with pizzas from Pizzeria G to congratulate them on the championship
The State Champion Seniors and Coach Finnell. – Thanks, Rob! What an end to an amazing season! The boys worked hard in the off season to be ready for the start of the season. Starting in March, every single boy on the team contributed to the success – a state championship doesn’t happen without the whole team on the same page. Congrats to the whole
Seniors Luke Paskewitz and Luke Schmitt with the State Championship trophy.
team – SENIORS – Chris Allen, Ryan Buccellato, Jack Cascadden, Mike Fargione, Ryan Maher, Ryan McKenna, Jay Ottomanelli, Luke Paskewitz, Will Peters, Andrew Scattareggia, Luke Schmitt, Tanner Schmitt, Brendan Staub JUNIORS – Jack Archer, Brian Berkery, Patrick Blum, Bryan Boccafola, Mason Cincotta, Rocco
Mike Fargione, Jack Archer and Henry Gibbons holding the NYS Champions plaque.
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D’Amelio, Stevie Finnell, Henry Gibbons, Matt Heaney, Ryan Krieg, Gavin Lemieux, Matt Mehling, Hayden Minuto, Tristan Mullahey, Sawyer Olsen, James Paisley, Owen Parini, Gabe Psilakis, Kevin Roberti, Brandon Rosenblatt, Matt Suba, RJ Votruba, Thomas Walker, Cole Webber SOPHOMORES – Aidan Considine, Denis Fargione, Matt Kephart, Charlie Meringolo, Andrew Ottomanelli, Andrew Schlipf FRESHMEN – Blake Cascadden, Owen Wuchte. Thank you to the coaches – head coach Steve Finnell, defensive coordinator Joe Jacovina and offensive coor-
dinator Tim Holman. Their dedication and knowledge led the boys to be state champions. Thank you to Pierce Archer. He shared his amazing photography skills with us all season and provided us with so many photos to help us remember this state championship run. Thank you to all the fans, too. The boys appreciate all the support at the games through out the season, but especially at the playoff games at Hofstra. It was an amazing turnout! Looking forward to next season. Go Trojans!
The huge White Out student section at the state championship.
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Ryan Maher being presented with the NYS Sportsmanship Award after the state semifinal.
Celebrating with the awesome fans.
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Garden City Wolfpack wins Long Island Cup
Front row (left to right): Liam Moylan, Andrew Seifert, Dermot Smith, Matthew Jendras, Ian Miller, Ryan Carey. Back row (left to right): Coach Chris Jendras, Carter Fecht, Declan Carroll, Lucas Doggendorf, Jaxson Pepicelli, Luca Bunturi, Reggie Wenk, Coach Drew Carey.
On June 12, the Garden City Wolfpack boys soccer team won the Long Island Cup. The Wolfpack participated in the Diamond Bracket of the tournament which is the top bracket for the Boys U10 division. In the early rounds, they were able to beat Plainview, West Babylon and Sachem which allowed them to play for the LI Cup Championship vs Bethpage at HBC Soccer Park in Huntington. The boys got off to a good start with Reggie Wenk putting home 2 quick goals to put the Wolfpack on top just 10 minutes into the match. The Wolfpack offense led by Carter Fecht, Matthew Jendras and Jaxson Pepicelli continued to apply pressure to the Bethpage defense and led Garden City to a 3-1 halftime lead. As the rain continued to come down in the second half, the defense held strong led by goalie Ian Miller and defenders Ryan Carey, Lucas Doggendorf
and Andrew Seifert and kept Bethpage off the score sheet in the second half. They say defense wins championships, but the hard play on both offense and defense in the midfield by Dermot Smith, Luca Bunturi and Liam Moylan did not allow much possession for Bethpage as the clock started to tick down. With the last goal by Ian Miller, the Wolfpack had grown its lead to 7-1 and victory was theirs and they were crowned the 2022 LI Cup Champions. The Wolfpack wraps up its spring season this Saturday after a very successful campaign participating in the Premier Division of the LIJSL. In addition to this Long Island Cup championship, the Wolfpack recently finished runner-up in the New York State Challenge Cup which is a season long tournament playing various academy/club teams throughout the state of NY.
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Cheryl Trimboli Associate Real Estate Broker Gold Circle of Excellence Garden City Office 516.248.6655 ext.2224, c.516.647.9971 cheryltrimboli@danielgale.com
Welcome the village of Stewart Manor, offering a wonderful lifestyle from the private pool for great summer fun, park-like setting, to the many restaurants and shops as well as the commute to the city via the LIRR located within minutes from this home. This charming Colonial offers a sunlit living room, formal and spacious dining room, beautiful new kitchen with SS appliances and sliders to the grand and well-manicured backyard with patio and sitting area. Moving on to the second floor which boasts the primary bedroom with lots of closets, along with another bedroom /office, with a new hall bath, radiant floor, with shower and tub. The basement offers ample partial and finished space, laundry, utilities, storage, half bath and OSE. The attached 1-car garage and long driveway gives ample parking. This home offers so much and a true must see. MLS# 3407450. $650,000.
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106 Meadow Street, Garden City, NY — Sunday, June 19 th 12:00 - 2:00pm Brand new to market. This enchanting storybook Tudor home offers old world charm combined with generous sized living space on oversized 55 x 127 sq. ft. lot. Ideal for entertaining, this 4-bedroom, 3-bath home located mid-block offers 2,232 sq. ft. of living space including grand living room with vaulted ceilings with wood beams, wood burning fireplace, stained glass windows throughout, banquet sized dining room, eatin kitchen overlooking private backyard, large great room / family room, ideal first floor bedroom and full first floor bath. The second floor has large primary ensuite with bath, two additional spacious bedrooms and full hall bath. Full walk-up staircase leads to very large third floor bonus space. The basement has a recreational room, laundry room and great storage space. Backyard patio, in-ground sprinklers, two car detached garage and close to wonderful village park, schools and transportation. Don’t miss this lovely home. MLS# 3406726. $969,000.
Kathleen Lucchesi Real Estate Salesperson Gold Circle of Excellence Garden City Office 516.48.6655, c.516.320.0802 kathleenlucchesi@danielgale.com kathleenlucchesi.danielgale.com
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2 Mulberry Avenue, Garden City, NY This spacious 3-bedroom, 3-bath Split Level home features a large living room with wood burning fireplace, dining room, and eat-in kitchen on the main floor. The lower level offers a family room, full bath, and access to the 2-car garage and yard with patio. Upstairs, the primary bedroom and bath includes a walk-in closet. There are two additional bedrooms and a full hall bath on this level. Full basement with laundry, utilities, and storage. Other features of the home include a double wide driveway, 2-car attached garage, and in ground sprinklers. MLS# 3408492. $799,000.
Lisa Heaney Real Estate Salesperson Gold Circle of Excellence Garden City Office 516.248.6655 ext.2218, c.516.376.3470 lisaheaney@danielgale.com
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Wyndham East, M23 Garden City, NY 1-bedroom, 1.5-bath. MLS# 3352058. $695,000.
Wyndham West, #709 Garden City, NY 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath. MLS# 3365911. $899,000.
Wyndham West, #305 Garden City, NY 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath. MLS# 3385390. $849,000.
Wyndham West, M18 Garden City, NY 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath. MLS# 3316468. $949,000.
Rockville Centre, NY 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath. MLS# 3403232. $439,000.
Stewart Manor, NY 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath. MLS# 3402417. $550,000.
Stewart Manor, NY 2-bedroom, 2-bath. MLS# 3396255. $585,000.
New Hyde Park, NY 2-bedroom, 1-bath. MLS# 3392144. $630,000.
Stewart Manor, NY 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath. MLS# 3407450. $650,000.
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Rockville Centre, NY 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath. MLS# 3393663. $798,000.
New Hyde Park, NY 4-bedroom, 3-bath. MLS# 3395138. $799,000.
Bayside, NY 3-bedroom, 2-bath. MLS# 3396176. $1,168,000.
Garden City, NY 1-bedroom, 1-bath. MLS# 3331740. $369,000.
Garden City, NY 2-bedroom, 1-bath. MLS# 3389210. $459,000.
Garden City, NY 3-bedroom, 2-bath. MLS# 3392353. $5,000/month
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Out of Town Listings Wyndham East, #316 Garden City, NY 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath. MLS# 3393639. $999,000.
Wyndham East, #901 Garden City, NY 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath. MLS# 3376904. $1,299,000.
Freeport, NY 4-bedroom, 2-bath. MLS# 3404473. $579,000.
Oceanside, NY 3-bedroom, 1-bath. MLS# 3402967. $598,000.
Syosset, NY 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath. MLS# 3404196. $679,000.
Floral Park, NY 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath. MLS# 3400098. $750,000.
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Condos, Co-Ops & Rentals Glen Head, NY 5-bedroom, 3-bath. MLS# 3394541. $1,499,000.
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106 Meadow Street, Garden City, NY Sunday, June 19th I 12:00 - 2:00pm 4-bedroom, 3-bath. MLS# 3406726. $969,000. PE N DI NG
Garden City, NY 3-bedroom, 3-bath. MLS# 3408492. $799,000.
Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 2-bath. MLS# 3398185. $849,000.
Garden City, NY 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath. MLS# 3405450. $899,000.
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Garden City, NY 6-bedroom, 2.5-bath. MLS# 3379401. $1,325,000.
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Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath. MLS# 3379760. $1,425,000.
Garden City, NY 5-bedroom, 4-bath. MLS# 3397353. $1,695,000.
Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 2.55-bath. MLS# 3393086. $1,759,000.
Garden City, NY 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath. MLS# 3392496. $2,100,000.
Garden City, NY 6-bedroom, 4.5-bath. MLS# 3400519. $2,075,000.
Wyndham West, #411 Garden City, NY 1-bedroom, 1.5-bath. MLS# 3391186. $739,000.
Wyndham East, M24 Garden City, NY 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath. MLS# 3336732. $799,000.
Wyndham West, M22 Garden City, NY 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath. MLS# 3367613. $995,000.
Wyndham East, #709 Garden City, NY 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath. MLS# 3388058. $939,000.
Wyndham East, M26 Garden City, NY 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath. MLS# 3334082. $1,150,000.
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