The Garden City News (6/22/18) by Litmor Publishing

Friday, June 22, 2018

Vol. 94, No.39

FOUNDED 1923

School Bd. vows to fight tax break

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THE POOL IS OPEN!

BY RIKKI N. MASSAND This week the Board of Education urged residents to remain involved in the debate over tax breaks for a proposed new apartment building at 555 Stewart Avenue. The Village of Garden City is wrapping up its public hearings for the proposed 150 apartment unit building. However some residents object to the fact that while the developer has pledged to make Payments in Lieu of Taxes (PILOTS) to the village, to make up for possible tax breaks, he has not agreed to fully make up for lost school taxes. While the Board of Education has not commented in person during Village Board meetings, a Letter to the Editor published in The Garden City News on June 1 summarized its concerns regarding the possible number of new students that the project might add to the district’s rolls. The application was presented by the developer’s attorney, Kevin Walsh, last November 8, a short time after the school district witnessed an alarming surge in its lower grades’ enrollment in the fall of 2017. On Tuesday June 12, four days after the Board of Trustees met for to discuss the project, School Board President Angela Heineman thanked “the many parents and residents in our communiSee page 36

Village “Handbook for Residents” to be resuscitated BY RIKKI N. MASSAND

On a hot afternoon, pals Emma O’Neill and Amelia Moran make a splash at the Garden City Pool. With Summer Vacation officially underway, families find themselves heading up to the Pool to cool, relax and hang out with friends.

At its meeting on Thursday, June 7 the Garden City Village Board of Trustees approved a resolution for the revision of a handy “Village Handbook” to be distributed to and available for residents. Mayor Brian Daughney explained that the handbook has not been edited or updated in the past 25 to 30 years. The village’s public relations consultant, Carisa Giardino, has prepared the updated version of the residents’ handbook. The book will be mailed to all new Garden City residents and also posted on the village’s website. During the hearing for 555 Stewart Avenue, one resident suggested the Board of Trustees had not been on top of municipal planning and contacting residents regularly, saying in the decade-plus he and his family have lived in Garden City they had never seen or heard of a Residents’ Handbook. The mayor inadvertently agreed with that reference to the handbook’s obscurity as he introduced the revision project to the audience on June 7: “Probably most of you have not seen this handbook in a long time. It is located at the Front Desk of Village Hall. It will all be available on the website soon. It hasn’t been re-done in 25 to 30 years and we thought it’s time to revise it. We updated large portions of it and tried to make it match all current village phone numbers, contacts, also our policies and procedures,” the mayor said. Trustee Robert Bolebruch suggested that Village Clerk Karen Altman ensure that the four village property owners’ associations are emailed attachment copies of the handbook. Altman credited Giardino with the hard work for updating the handbook. Altman says the phone numbers of the several village departments, from Recreation and Parks to Public Works and the Water Department, have been edited for list the new phone numbers for each office. Village Administrator Ralph Suozzi said that the phone lines and numbers listed were all tested prior to publishing the new version of the residents’ handbook. He said See page 36

Bobby Menges "I'm Not Done Yet" Blood Drive PAGES 40-41 A blessing for horses and jockeys before race PAGE 48

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A WORD FROM THE PUBLISHER

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Supporting local media

In this week's issue we have published our annual Sports Wrap Up special section. The section contains photos and season summaries from teams throughout the village. We thank all of the coaches, parents and league administrators who have supplied us with the material used in the section (and a special thanks to the Garden City High School athletic department for their help as well!) Sections such as this are only possible because our advertisers support it financially. Please thank them by doing business with them! n

One of our letters to the editor this week talks about supporting your local media, including local newspapers. We appreciate the sentiment. But we'd like

Email: Editor@GCNews.com

to add that there is something you can do to help (in addition to patronizing our advertisers). Many people don't realize it, but one of the trade tariffs that will be impacting the American economy is a tariff on newsprint from Canada. Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross said in remarks recently that the impact will be trivial, and made it sound like it would only impact rural newspapers. That's patently false. While the shift to digital medial is happening, newspapers still depend on print to survive. And newsprint is one of our largest costs. Increasing its cost will damage the media irreparably. So if you want American media companies to survive, please let Congress know that these tariffs are not "trivial."

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Passion for hockey

To the Editor: I would like to follow up on the comments made by Mr. Jim Horn in regards to Andrew Karen & the roller hockey program that he runs. As a original member of the adult hockey league, I can attest to Andrew’s passion and enthusiasm for the game of hockey. Imagine having to put up with a large number of grown men trying to beat the living daylights out of each other- while at the same time making sure a good time is had by all. He is truly the glue that keeps this league going for all of those looking shoot-thatpuck and score-that goal! Pete Oglethorpe Curtin

Inexcusable “Legal” Cruelties

To the Editor: Lately, we hear and read how thousands of children are being separated from their parents, breaking families apprehended at the border. Republicans assert that Democrats are responsible and vice versa. In the last six weeks alone, over two thousand children were taken away from their parents. Many are under the age of four. Children cry, repeating the words “Mama” and “Papa,” but no one hears them. Although many religious leaders, politicians, groups, and private citizens have loudly expressed their deep concern and revulsion, so far nothing has been done. Frankly, I wondered with incredulity, deep sorrow and in very high voice, if this is really happening in the United States of America, the country always known as “The Promised Land.” I also ask myself until when will this “legal” punishment against the children will last. May God be merciful and “illuminate” our politicians. Amen! Antonio Moreno

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To the Editor: Our homes are our sacred space

where we feel safe and whole. It is our sanctuary at the end of a long day at work. It is where we make memories. We celebrate our children’s birthdays here. We give thanks for all our blessings on Thanksgiving. We share our hopes and dreams with our friends and families in our homes. We recover from illnesses while cradled in the safety of our beloved homes. We can read our favorite books here and relax in our favorite chairs. Framed photos of our families and exciting adventures decorate our homes. At the end of a vacation, we can’t wait to get home because “There is no place like home.” I remember the first time my husband and I saw our home while house hunting. We both had the same feeling that it would be the magical place for us and our family. We felt the sun streaming through the large bay window while we stood in the living room and looked up at the cathedral ceiling. We held each other’s hands knowing we found our home. Many years have passed in our treasured home. Grandchildren come to visit now. They can see their mother’s growth chart on the door moulding in her bedroom. The grandchildren can also see the slight indentation in the kitchen ceiling where a champagne cork danced on the ceiling when our daughter graduated from law school. All of us on Greenridge Avenue truly love our homes. We bought them with the LIRR close by, but the sound of a friendly train was a comforting sound. But now the blueprint of our lives will undergo a very dramatic change. The train will move 15 feet closer to our homes. We hope the Village of Garden City will help guide us and protect us. We love our homes. Karen Reiter

Support Local Media

To the Editor: On June 26th, the New York Daily News will be celebrating 98 years of publishing. As a teenager in the 1960’s, I can still remember being able to buy four newspapers for less than a dollar See page 47

Pictured here with Principal Dr. Peter Osroff (left) are members of the Anti-Bullying Task Force and the No Place for Hate Committee: Assistant Principal Dr. Dan Fasano (far right), and teachers Kim Greenwald, Jennifer Pollack, Katie Colavito, Danielle Caruthers (homebase coordinator), and Robyn Weiner (guidance counselor), along with students MaryKate Logler, Adam Khan, Emily Iudica, Molly Psaki, Ioakim Marinos, Andrew Holtzman, Kara Willis, and Blayne Pomeroy.

For the second consecutive year, Garden City Middle School was designated a “No Place for Hate” school by the Anti-Defamation League. The No Place for Hate program is designed to create inclusive school communities by promoting unity and respect, and empowering schools to reduce bullying, name-calling, and other expressions of bias. In compliance with the New York State Dignity Act, No Place for Hate offers schools the opportunity to be recognized for their staff development and student training related to bullying, harassment, and discrimination. Garden City Middle School, among others on Long Island, Queens, and Manhattan, fulfilled all requirements and received a personalized No Place for Hate banner. “As a member of the No Place for Hate Committee and the faculty Anti-Bias Task Force, I take great pride in all of the accomplishments our school has achieved,” said teacher Jennifer Pollack. “The selection of students for this event was not easy and with teacher input and collaboration, students were selected based on the kindness and compassion that they demonstrate in school on a daily basis.”

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Special program: Immigration through the lens of faith

Long Island author publishes first novel BY GARY SIMEONE

The Cathedral of the Incarnation The Cathedral of the Incarnation is hosting an evening of prayer and conversation on Wednesday, June 27th at 7:30pm. Priests will be available in the sanctuary beginning at 6:30pm to provide pastoral care to anyone in distress regarding the news reports of children being separated from their parents due to immigration policy. At 7:30pm, a contemplative prayer service with candlelight and music will be offered. Prayers and music will be offered in both English and Spanish. At

8pm, all are welcome downstairs in the Cathedral for conversation with lawyers and immigration experts. Education on marches, vigils, fundraisers, and other actions will be provided. The Cathedral is co-hosting this event with the Episcopal Diocese of Long Island’s Community Justice Ministry and Racial Justice and Reconciliation Committee, and the Safe Passage Project. For questions on this event, contact the cathedral at cathedral@ incarnationgc.org or (516) 746-2955.

Setauket resident Tom Cassidy has recently published his first novel, Damage Control, which is a detective/ murder mystery that takes place in New York City. The author’s wife, Lee Heenan, has roots in Garden City, graduating in the same class as famed actress Susan Lucci. Cassidy, a former senior investigator in the New York State Attorney General’s office, said that coming up with the idea for the novel and putting pen to paper has been a long journey. “This is something that’s been twenty-five years in the works,” said Cassidy. “Writing this book was not a goal I had set out to do, but it was something I was inspired to do.” He said that while working as an investigator, he worked alongside a group of detectives, some of whom were very interesting characters. “There was one guy in particular, who worked in Manhattan’s Homicide South Division, who really inspired me, and I thought about him while writing this book.” The novel is based in New York City in the year 1981, which according to Cassidy, was one of the most violent

years in the city’s history. “It’s about two lifelong friends, one a squad commander in the police precinct and the other a famous Hollywood actor,” said Cassidy “There is a murder involved, a crime of passion, and a lot of hard nosed detective work and political intrigue.” He said that he worked on the book at 5 in the morning before going to his job and was only able to draft 12 pages. “It was difficult to write it and it was something that I put a lot of thought into. I had to research a lot of the material and get other people’s input.” His father, a thirty-year veteran in the NYPD, was instrumental in helping him with his research before he passed away in 2011. “He helped share his expertise with me and he really made this book so much better. I wish he was still here to see the final copy.” This is not Cassidy’s first time in the writing world. He’s released a number of nonfiction books dating back to 1996, including a book on elder care in retirement homes. Damage Control was released on June 12th. The 272 page novel can be found on Amazon.com.

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The Mayor, Board of Trustees and Village Staff are continuously making new efforts to communicate with members of our community, including our residents, commercial tenants and landlords, visitors, friends at Adelphi and local merchants in different ways in order to enhance outreach. This weekly column is intended to advise our residents and community of matters that our Board of Trustees and Departments are working on, events and other important information. And of course, please visit our website for additional information: www.gardencityny.net. We are constantly updating the website in order to keep it relevant and provide new information. Please feel free to suggest additional ways we can help communicate with our residents. We also encourage you to attend Village Board of Trustees meetings. See the schedule of meetings on our website.

Village Network Monitoring

Trustees engaged the professional services of Total Technology Solutions to provide 24-7 network monitoring and alerting support, network management tools to manage all network devices, infrastructure, alerts and troubleshooting, a Help Desk Ticketing System for employee issues, IT notes and creation of a knowledge base, technical advisors for emerging technologies, virtualization of servers, budgeting, quarterly onsite technology review, Antivirus, malware, spyware protection and cybersecurity vulnerability and penetration testing, remote application deployment for security patches and software changes, network management reports for better decisioning regarding changes to the network and reallocation of system resources to provide a smoother, faster running network. In addition, the Village will purchase a 20-hour technical support time block for onsite remediation for times when problems cannot be resolved remotely.

Resident Handbook

At the Village Board’s request, our public relations consultant, Carisa Giardino, was asked to review and update the Village’s resident handbook. The book is provided to new residents upon moving into the Village. This handbook, among other things, provides a brief history of the Village; emergency telephone numbers; a Village map with key areas of interest; a description of all Village Departments, Boards and Commissions; garbage and rubbish collection schedules; and a listing of some of the more commonly

referred to Village Code regulations, including those relating to noise and on-street parking. A digital version of the Handbook can serve as a quick reference for all residents on the Village website, www.gardencityny.net. Click here to view the Handbook.

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LIRR Third Track Home Inspections

With regards to the MTA/LIRR third track expansion project, a small number of properties in the Village of Garden City will be receiving letters about scheduling a pre-construction photo inspection. This affects properties located within a specified radius of anticipated construction work. The survey is being conducted to ensure the property is protected in the unlikely event of any damage. Vibranalysis Inc., an independent consulting firm, will perform the survey. Inspection consists of photographs and written documentation, and recording existing conditions of the interiors and exteriors of the structures surrounding the site.

GCFD Community Service Award

During a June 13, ceremony, the Mineola-Garden City Rotary Club presented the Garden City Volunteer Fire Department with its 2018 Community Service Award, recognizing its dedicated service to the community. Chief Brian Gallo accepted the award on behalf of the officers and members of the Department. Mayor Brian Daughney, Deputy Mayor Theresa Trouvé, Trustees Robert Bolebruch, John Delany, Mark Hyer and Colleen Foley, Village Administrator Ralph Suozzi and Village Clerk Karen Altman were among those in attendance. The Garden City Fire Department includes over 100 volunteers who are trained and answer the needs of the Village and our residents. Under the direction of a Volunteer Fire Chief and three Assistant Chiefs, the Department utilizes a three-tier approach to providing its vital services: quality training and equipment, quick response and comprehensive fire inspection and prevention programs. In most instances, when you encounter firefighters responding to a call, be it a smoke alarm, a traffic incident, a burst pipe or on the rare occasion when there is an actual fire, the overwhelming majority of those firefighters at the scene are our volunteers. Volunteer firefighters have been providing this valuable service to the Village of Garden City for more than 100 years, giving back, unselfishly, during fires, emergencies and natural disasters such as hurricanes and snowstorms. See page 10

This photo was taken from the top of the Cathedral of the Incarnation looking NW toward the St. Paul’s School around 1915. On the horizon to the left is the new development of Garden City Estates. At the middle left is the Salisbury Links (later Cherry Valley Golf Club). The large square parcel of land in the center is today’s Middle School field and the empty land to the right is where the Middle School is today. The road cutting across the center of the photo toward St. Paul’s School is Rockaway Avenue (before it was cut off). The road across the bottom is Cherry Valley Avenue. The building in the lower center with the smoke stack was built in the 1890’s by the Cathedral of the Incarnation to heat St. Paul’s, St. Mary’s and the Cathedral via underground large pipes. There was a spur of the railroad that came right next to this building to dump coal. The railroad trestle over Cherry Valley Avenue is just to the right, behind the trees. There is much folklore around this heating plant and its underground piping which have often been referred to as tunnels. There never were any underground tunnels in this village - anywhere. This heating plant was torn down around 1940 and oil burners were put in the Cathedral Schools and at the Cathedral itself although was put outside underground. Today, there is an electric substation where the heating plant once stood.

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The Garden City News Friday, June 22, 2018

THE OFFICE CAT Cement mixer thief: On June 12th a contractor’s cement mixer was reported stolen from the property of a Monroe Street residence. Identity theft: On June 13th Garden City Police investigated an identity theft where a resident’s personal information was reportedly used to open an unauthorized credit card account. Domestic incident: On June 14th, as a result of a domestic incident investigation, a 59 year old Garden City man, was arrested for allegedly kicking a door into another family member who suffered a laceration to his head. The male victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment. The 59 year-old was charged with assault. Stolen phone: A cell phone was reported stolen from a vehicle parked at a Rockaway Avenue residence. Gift

cards were reported stolen from a vehicle parked on Hampton Road. Hit and run: On June 14th Garden City Police Officers investigated a two-vehicle accident on Nassau Boulevard in which one of the vehicles, a black colored sedan, reportedly left the scene without stopping. Stolen bicycle: On June 15th a bicycle was reported stolen from an open garage on Euston Road. Wallet stolen: On June 15th an employee of Pear Tree reported that someone went behind the counter and stole her wallet. Credit cards from the wallet were subsequently used for

unauthorized purchases at Roosevelt Field Mall. Parakeets found: On June 15th a parakeet was found in Parking Field 8. A second parakeet was found in the rear yard of a Kilburn Road residence on June 16th. Vandalism: On June 16th multiple benches were reportedly moved and damaged on the grounds of the Bird Sanctuary. Car stolen? Not! On June 17th Garden City Police received a report of a stolen vehicle in Parking Field 9E. However, upon investigation, it was determined that the vehicle had been impounded by Nassau County due to unpaid parking

summonses. Leaving the scene: On June 18th an unknown vehicle reportedly left the scene after it struck and damaged a vehicle parked in Vassar Parking Field. Senior scammed: On June 18th an elderly resident received a call from a person claiming to be a family acquaintance who stated he was arrested and needed $8,000 bail. The victim sent the money via courier service. It was later determined to be a scam. Checking account compromised: On June 19th a resident reported numerous unauthorized transactions totaling $8,400 against his checking account.

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Update on St. Paul's Concept Plans

As previously advised, the Board of Trustees and members of staff have been working with three architectural and engineering firms to develop a concept for creating a recreational, performance and community-based use for the Main Building at the former St. Paul’s School. We are working towards having the first of several public presentations on Tuesday evening, July 17. The presentation will consist of pictures, Powerpoint and video presentations and our experts will be in attendance. We anticipate adding more presentation dates as well and will make the materials available on the Village website in advance. This date is tentative; we will provide further notice and details, including the venue, in the next two weeks. We plan on making considerable efforts to get information on the concept plans to our residents. We hope that you can attend one of the presentations.

Removal of plantings encroaching

The Village, and specifically the Recreation and Parks Department, have analyzed our playing fields at St. Paul's and have come to the realization that we need to utilize more of the Village parkland so as to allow for field rotation and movement. Due

to the high volume of use, there are areas of constant play that need "rest” or periodic rehabilitation. Therefore, we are expanding the areas of cleared space. In some cases, this will allow us to move fields by some 20 to 30 yards and add needed practice and spectator areas. Letters will be sent to residents bordering the Village parkland at the former St. Paul's school advising that the Village will be clearing overgrowth and plantings that have encroached upon the fields. This similar program of clearing overgrowth and plantings inappropriate for playing fields has been and is being undertaken at many of our other parks. Over the years some neighboring homeowners have added plantings and even lawn areas on Village parkland. Parks belong to every resident. The Village Board of Trustees and the Recreation and Parks Department do not approve of these actions, and the Village retains all property ownership rights to the parkland borders for the benefit of all residents. Crews will not be removing all vegetation, and we are maintaining a distance from the borders for marked fields so as to avoid balls and people from entering private property. In the next few weeks and months we expect to clear substantially all growth to within approximately 15 to 30 feet of the property line. If you have planted on Village land, you are welcome to remove such plantings at your expense. Otherwise such material may be removed.

Friday Night Promenades

The Village of Garden City and the Garden City Chamber of Commerce once again present Friday Night Promenades. Themed Fridays feature live music, outdoor dining, face painting, balloon artists, party favors for the kids and more between 6:00 and 10:00 p.m. on Seventh Street. Promenade dates (and themes) are as follows: • June 22: Saint Patrick’s Day • June 29: Motown • July 6: Red, White and Blue • July 13: Frank Sinatra • July 20: Christmas in July • July 27: Luau • August 3: Superheroes and Princesses • August 10: Fiesta Friday • August 17: Billy Joel • August 24: Mardi Gras • August 31: Country Western • September 7: Rock of Ages • September 14: Circus

Library Summer Hours: Closed on Sundays

The Garden City Public Library is closed Sundays for the summer. The Library’s regular hours remain unchanged. The Library will resume regular Sunday hours beginning September 9, 2018.

Summer Board Meeting Schedule

The Board of Trustees will meet once a month in July, August and September on Tuesday, July 10; Thursday, August 9; and Thursday, September 20. All meetings will begin at 8:00 p.m. in the Village Hall Boardroom. We may also schedule additional special meetings during the summer as needs appear and will provide notice of any such special meeting. Residents are encouraged to attend.

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The Garden City News Friday, June 22, 2018

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This beautiful colonial situated on a 120’ x 100’ lot on a tree lined street in the heart of the Estates Section of town is a commuter’s delight located between 2 Long Island Railroad stations. The first floor features a large foyer, living room with a wood burning fireplace, a spacious elegant formal dining room with a wood burning fireplace, an office, a mud/laundry room and a large designer kitchen with custom Wood-Mode cabinets, a 10’ center island that flows into the family room with a cathedral ceiling and a wood burning fireplace. The second floor features a spacious master bedroom suite with 2 walk-in closets, an ensuite bedroom and two additional bedrooms serviced by a hall bathroom. The basement has a recreation room, ample storage space and an exterior entrance. The house has a new roof, 5 zones of heat, central air conditioning, an alarm system and a 2 car garage. The fenced in property is professionally landscaped with a brick patio that is perfect for entertaining. The location and condition make this the perfect place to call home!

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Friday, June 22, 2018 The Garden City News

Chamber welcomes Colonial Voluntary Benefits to community

Walter Bonilla and his Garden City territory staff.

First Row (L to R): Kristen Laird, (Chamber Director), holding Colonial Voluntary Benefits 2018 membership certificate; Walther Bonilla (Associate Territory Manager); William Deehan (Corporate SVP of Sales); Sylvia Cabana (Hempstead Town Clerk); and Michael Anza (Territory Sales Manager).

On Thursday, May 10th, the Garden City Chamber of Commerce welcomed Colonial Voluntary Benefits to Garden City at a ribbon cutting held in their office at 1225 Franklin Avenue, Ste. 250. Walter Bonilla, associate territory manager, celebrated the event with Colonial Voluntary Benefits executives as well as Sylvia Cabana, Town of Hempstead Clerk and Chamber Director Kristen Laird. “Colonial Voluntary Benefit’s mission is to help America’s workers pre-

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Republicans, Democrats and riling up the base BY BOB MORGAN, JR. In an interesting opinion piece in the New York Times by Democratic pollster Stanley Greenberg called “Riling Up the Base May Backfire on Trump”, the writer offers a number of useful insights about a potential Republican dilemma in the upcoming midterm elections. Nevertheless, what the article does not mention, and Democrats may not fully appreciate, is that their own party has a parallel problem with its own rhetoric. Mr. Greenberg’s point is that while President Trump is doing an excellent job of building up fervent support of portions of his base like evangelical and former tea party supporters, there are many other parts of the GOP coalition that are decidedly less enthusiastic about the President. These groups include moderates, Catholic conservatives and nonreligious conservative voters. Mr. Greenberg’s believes that Mr. Trump’s governing style and rhetoric, in addition to angering Democratic voters, is dampening the enthusiasm of these other GOP voter groups. In his view, some of these non-Trump core Republican voters may not turn out for the off year election and some may even be open to voting for Democrats. In general outline, there probably is something to this. President Trump’s often over the top or dogmatic (and sometimes factually incorrect) pronouncements on a variety of subjects can be grating to many people, including groups of Republicans that were not particular fans of the President in the first place. It is also true that some parts of the Trump platform, such as imposition of tariffs, or the emphasis on building the border wall, are inconsistent with the views of a number of Republicans. On the other hand, it is also fair to ask how well many Democrats and their supporters are doing in the wooing of soft Republicans, or independents, or indeed in keeping the votes of soft Democrats. I think the answer is: not that well. Just as with Republicans, attacks by Democrats that rile up the party base can have the opposite effect on the voters the

party needs most. I have said this repeatedly, but the level of anti-Trump rhetoric is out of hand. This is a family newspaper (and indeed a part of my family’s heritage), so I won’t describe explicitly the comments in the last two weeks of Samantha Bee or Robert de Niro. And, beyond obsession with alleged scandals big and small (see Stormy Daniels) and discussions of possible impeachment, there are the frequent comparison between Mr. Trump and Hitler, both in the current immigration debate and many other contexts. But don’t believe me about the negative political effects of this hyperventilated rhetoric. Instead, listen to liberal New York Times columnist Frank Bruni. In a piece called “How to Lose in November and Re-Elect Trump”, Mr. Bruni declares “If you want to make sure that at least one chamber of Congress is a check on Trump, talk to [voters] about that. And do so in a vocabulary that’s measured, not hysterical. Enough with “idiot” and “moron” (unless you’re directly quoting an administration official). They’re schoolyard and splenetic.” Mr. Bruni criticizes the Hitler comparisons, attacks on Melania Trump, and over the top predictions of, for example, impending war with North Korea. He states that “anger isn’t a strategy. Sometimes it’s a trap. When your find yourself spewing four-letter words, you’ve fallen into it. You’ve chose cheap rhetoric over the long game, catharsis over cunning. You think you’re raising your fist when you’re really raising a white flag.” So, yes, if I were a GOP election strategist, I would take Mr. Greenberg seriously and worry about the effect of Mr. Trump’s rhetoric on some groups of voters. But if I were plotting strategy for the Democrats, I would take Mr. Bruni’s words to heart and fear most that significant numbers of swing voters will be turned off by the constant slashing attacks on the President and might decide that keeping Mr. Trump and his party, however flawed, is the better alternative.

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Pictured with teacher Seth Messier are (left to right) Zach Olson (1st place), Sara Shamail (3rd place), and Hannah Lam (2nd place).

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spending, investments (including seasonal investments), credit cards, public versus private companies, “insider trading,” the stock exchange, NASDAQ, ticker symbols, and how to improve their financial capabilities. They bought and sold shares in Toys R Us, Party City (at Halloween), Amazon (at Christmas), Ali Baba, McDonald’s, and many others, and were charged a 2% commission on all transactions. The students watched the news, often with their parents, to learn market trends. “If you chose a stock that was going low, you could lose a lot!” said Hannah. “I watched for incremental growth,” commented Zach when discussing specific trades. “When investing in the stock market, volatility and unpredictability were a concern,” shared Sara. Long Island region winners Zach, Hannah, and Sara were invited to attend the awards ceremony to receive their prizes from SIFMA Foundation sponsor Broadridge Financial’s regional director on May 29th at Adelphi University.

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Stewart Quest students sweep stock market game

Three students in Stewart’s Quest program recently swept the top prizes for Long Island in the elementary division (grades 4 and 5) of the 2017-2018 Stock Market Game. Zach Olson won first place, Hannah Lam won second place, and Sara Shamail won third place. “The students were competing against 159 other elementary school teams who were participating in the Long Island Year-Long Session,” explained teacher Seth Messier. “There was a total of 546 Long Island elementary school teams this academic year.” To participate in the Stock Market Game, now in its 40th year, the students hypothetically bought and sold stocks, mutual funds, and bonds during the September to May session by logging on to the competition website (https://www. stockmarketgame.org/) and completing their transactions. Mr. Messier’s students learned about financial literacy during the unit, exploring savings versus

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Friends of the Library Pop Up Book & Bake Sale

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As a response to the many pleas that it is too hard to wait until November for the next spectacular Friends of the GC Library Book Sale, a special “Pop-Up” Book Sale will be held at the Garden City Library on July 14th, from 11am to 2pm. It will feature gently used hardcover novels by popular authors at wonderful prices. Also featured will be selections from the Great American Reads Program on PBS, so it will be an opportunity to catch up on reading the books voted most beloved by the entire country. There will be softcover fiction and children’s books sold a la carte -virtually right off of the cart. At this inaugural event, the teens of the Young Adult Department of the Library will also be sponsoring a bake

sale to raise money to support their many popular events. Many of the programs at the Library would not be possible without the donation of books, the support of the community at the sales, and dedication of the many volunteers. So please come to the sale on Saturday, July 14th from 11am to 2pm in the lower level of the Library. You are also invited to browse the Book Sale Area at the rear of the Library, where this month, the Library is spotlighting books on sports and grilling. For the month of July, the focus will be on American history and biographies. The prices are not to be beat and the rewards, in terms of the programs that your support of these efforts enable the library to provide, is priceless.

Summer Fresh Fruit Tart with the Baking Coach

The Garden City Public Library Thursday, July 26th, 2018 at 7pm Come to the Garden City Public Library on Thursday, July 26th at 7pm to learn how to make a summer fresh fruit tart with the Baking Coach. Make a delicious graham cracker crust, blend heavy cream with vanilla pudding for the filling, and then slice and arrange fresh fruit to make a beautiful tart to share with family and friends. This pro-

gram is limited to 24 adult participants. Telephone registration for Garden City Library cardholders begins on Monday, July 2nd at 9:30am. Please call 516-742-8405 ext. 221 to register. Each participant must call to register with his or her own library card. Nonresidents may register beginning Thursday, July 19th. This program is sponsored by The Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Library closed on Sundays

The Garden City Public Library is closed on Sundays for the summer. The Library’s regular hours from Monday

The Art Academy of Garden City is now offering a summer art session. Camp will be held on July 2nd, 3rd, 5th, and 6th for grades 2-12. An additional week may be added as needed. Call (516) 902-3613 or email melissapashayan@gmail.com for inquiries and registration. Now offering private lessons and birthday parties

through Saturday remain unchanged. The Library will resume regular Sunday hours beginning September 9th, 2018.

Library offers summer loans 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 25th, 2018. The loan period begins June 25th and concludes

Tuesday, September 11th, 2018. This special loan program does not apply to all new books, children’s and young adult school summer reading list books, large print books, travel books, magazines and media which includes DVDs, audiobooks, music CD’s, Playaways, and Launchpads. The Summer Loan program is for Garden City Public Library cardholders only.

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It’s What’s Happening for Young Adults at the Library Bilingual German After School Program

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Hermit Crabs in the Tweens and Teens Room

For the summer, stop by the Tweens and Teens Room and meet our new hermit crabs. Four hermit crabs, along with tank, food, and supplies, were generously donated to the Young Adult Department by the Hecklemann and Gilroy families. The Library is currently accepting nominations for names for the four hermit crabs until June 30th. The Library’s Teen Advisory Board will act as the nominating committee for the names and, from the names submitted, will select 12 names to be the official nominees. Voting on names will be until July 13th, in which the four names with the most votes will be chosen as the names for the hermit crabs. Thanks very much to the Hecklemann and

Gilroy families for donating the Hermit Crabs to the Library – we look forward to having them here this summer!

Tweens and Teens Summer Reading Club Bonus Prizes

For the month of July, registrants for the Tweens and Teens Summer Reading Club will be eligible to win bonus prizes. Each Thursday in July, we will pull five winners from those who have submitted book review cards to select a signed book or advanced reader copy. Books and advanced reader copies must be picked up by winners at the Library and are chosen on a first-come, first-served basis. Additionally, all registrants for the Summer Reading Club who submit one See page 22

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Four hermit crabs, along with tank, food, and supplies, were generously donated to the Young Adult Department by the Hecklemann and Gilroy families. The Library is currently accepting nominations for names for the four hermit crabs until June 30.

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It’s What’s Happening for Young Adults at the Library From page 20 review card are automatically invited to attend our End of Summer Murder Mystery Pizza Party on Thursday, August 9th, at 6pm, which will provide more ways to win! Door prizes at the party will include gift cards to Starbucks, Panera Bread, and Cold Stone Creamery, plus we will have more than 60 books to give away! Books are on a first-come, first-served basis. Make sure to sign-up for the Tweens and Teens Summer Reading Club. Registration is ongoing until Tuesday, August 7th at 9pm and book review cards are due by Wednesday, August 8 at 9pm. The Tweens and Teens Summer Reading Club is for tweens and teens entering Grades 6-12 in Fall 2018.

Libraries Rock! Tweens and Teens Summer Reading Club 2018

Registration began on Monday, June 18 for the Tweens and Teens Libraries Rock! Summer Reading Club! Tweens and Teens can sign-up online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org ). Once you sign-up, you can submit book review cards in the Tweens and Teens room or via email to laurag@gardencitypl.org . Submit one review and you’ll be invited to our End of Summer Murder Mystery Pizza Party featuring South Shore Theatre Experience on

Thursday, August 9th and will have a chance to win one of this year’s raffle prizes, as chosen by the tweens and teens of the Garden City community! This year’s raffle prizes include: • Polaroid ZIP Instant Mobile Photo Printer • Ice-Cream Maker • Beats by Dr. Dre EP Wired-On Headphones • $50 Gift Card to Amazon • $50 Gift Card to AMC Movie Theaters • $50 Gift Card to iTunes • Plus a $50 Barnes and Noble gift card will be awarded to the tween or teen who reads the most books! Registration is ongoing until Tuesday, August 7th at 9pm. Reviews must be submitted no later than Wednesday, August 8th at 9pm. Registrants must be entering Grades 6-12 in Fall 2018. The more books you read and the more reviews you enter, the more chances you have to win! Game Night: Monday, July 9th, 6pm-7:30pm Join us for a night of gaming during Game Night on Monday, July 9, 6pm-7:30pm. We’ll be playing tabletop games, including Pandemic, Ticket to Ride, Settlers of Catan, and more, plus be playing Super Smash Brothers and Mario Kart 8 on the Wii U and

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It’s What’s Happening for Young Adults at the Library From page 22

and Snack Book Club meetings. Yak and Snack Book Club will be held on the following days: • Thursday, July 12th, 4pm-5pm: Yak and Snack Book Club: Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda by Becky Albertelli • Tuesday, July 24th, 4pm-5pm: Yak and Snack Book Club: To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before by Jenny Han There is a maximum of two volunteers per meeting. Volunteers may only volunteer for one book club meeting per season unless there is availability. This program is for tweens and teens entering Grades 8-12 in Fall 2018. If you are interested in volunteering to be a Teen Book Club Leader for one of our book club meetings, please contact Young Adult Librarian Laura Giunta via email at laurag@gardencitypl.org or via phone at 516-742-8405 x242.

Volunteer Teen Reviewers Needed

Would you like to be a reviewer for the Library? Need community service hours? Then become a Volunteer Teen Reviewer! This program is for tweens and teens entering Grades 6-12 in Fall 2018. Reviews will be used to update the Tweens and Teens Library Review Page (https://www.gardencitypl.org/ category/teen-reviews/). Reviews can be submitted via our online submission form, which can be found here: https:// www.gardencitypl.org/submit-a-teenreview/. Reviews are subject to approval by the Young Adult Librarian. Please make sure to follow the guidelines for reviews in order for the review to count toward community service.

Summer Reading Kick-Off Ice Cream Social

Join us for our Sign up for the Summer Reading Club at our kick-off event while having Ice-Cream, playing Just Dance, and singing karaoke. This program is for tweens and teens entering Grades 6-12 in Fall 2018.No registration required, but ice cream and activities are on a first come, first served basis. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Teens and Tots Training Sessions

Teens and Tots is a summer volunteer program where tweens and teens read to children and do a craft at the Garden City Pool. Teens and Tots training will be offered for tweens and teens entering Grades 6-12 in Fall 2018 on Tuesday, June 26th, 3pm-5pm. Registration is required and began Monday, June 18th online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org ). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. Pizza will be served for lunch at the training session. Once you register for training, you can begin registering for days to volunteer in July and August, as reg-

istration for days will also begin on Monday, June 18th at 9:30am online via Eventkeeper. Teens and Tots will be held on the following Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1:45pm-2:30pm this summer at the Garden City Pool: • July 3 and 5 • July 10 and 12 • July 17 and 19 • July 24 and 26 • August 2 • August 7 and 9 Young adults are required to attend at least one training session in order to volunteer for Teens and Tots at the Garden City Pool during the summer. Volunteers who have done training in previous years are not required to attend a training session again.

Teen Crafternoon – Rock Art

Wednesday, June 27th, 3pm-4pm Join us for a rock painting craft during our first Teen Crafternoon of the Summer on Wednesday, June 27th, 3pm-4pm. Registration is required and began Monday, June 18th 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 2018. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Frozen Sing-a-Long

Thursday, June 28th, 3pm-5pm Stop by the Library on Thursday, June 28th, 3pm-5pm, to have some snacks and beverages while we watch Frozen and sing along. This program is for tweens and teens entering Grades 6-12 in Fall 2018. Registration is required and began Monday, June 18th online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org ). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. This movie has been rated PG. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Card for Hospitalized Kids

Monday, July 2nd, 2:30pm-4pm Earn community service hours by making cards for children in hospitals during the program Cards for Hospitalized Kids, which will be held on Monday, July 2nd, 2:30pm-4pm. This program is for tweens and teens entering Grades 6-12 in Fall 2018. Registration is required and begins Monday, June 25 at 9:30am online via Eventkeeper (www. gardencitypl.org).

Yoga with Cindy Valentinee

Tuesday, July 3rd, 2pm-2:45pm Calm your body and mind with this Yoga class featuring Cindy Valentine on Tuesday, July 3rd, 2pm-2:45pm. Registrants should bring a mat or towel. This program is for tweens and teens entering Grades 6-12 in Fall 2018.Registration is required and begins Monday, June 25th at 9:30am on Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org

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

Tween Chess Challenge

Thursday, July 5th, 4pm-5pm Join us for an afternoon of chess during our first Thursday Tween afternoon on Thursday, July 5th, 4pm-5pm. This program is for tweens entering Grades 4-7 and is a joint program with the Children’s and Young Adult Departments. Please note, instruction will not be provided. Registration is required and begins Monday, June 25 at 9:30am online via Eventkeeper (www. gardencitypl.org).

College Essay Writing Workshop

Thursday, July 5th and Monday, July 23rd, 5:30pm-7:30pm Review your college application essay with college admission consultant Kelly Chester on either of the following days: • Thursday, July 5th, 5:30pm-7:30pm • Monday, July 23rd, 5:30pm-7:30pm Registrants should sign up for one 15-minute timeslot within the two hour session. Essays or essay outlines should be submitted in advance prior to the review session. This program is for teens entering Grades 9-12 in Fall 2018. Registration is required and began Monday, June 18th online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org ). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability.

Yak and Snack Book Club

Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda by Becky Albertell Thursday, July 12th, 4pm-5pm Read Simon vs. The Homo Sapiens Agenda by Becky Albertelli and join us for our book discussion on Thursday, July 12th, 4pm-5pm. Registration is required and began Monday, June 18th online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org ). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability.This book discussion is for teens entering Grades 8-12 in Fall 2018. Registrants can pick up their copies of the book in the Young Adult room to check out. Pizza, snacks, and beverages will be served. If you would like to volunteer to be Teen Book Club Leader for this book discussion, please contact Laura Giunta at laurag@gardencitypl.org. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

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To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before by Becky Albertelli Thursday, July 12th, 4pm-5pm

Read To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before by Jenny Han and join us for our book discussion on Tuesday, July 24th, 4pm-5pm. Registration is required and began Monday, June 18th online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org ). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. This book discussion is for teens entering Grades 8-12 in Fall 2018. Registrants can pick up their copies of the book in the Young Adult room to check out. Pizza, snacks, and beverages will be served. If you would like to volunteer to be Teen Book Club Leader for this book discussion, please contact Laura Giunta at laurag@gardencitypl. org. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Tween Book Discussion

Restart by Gordon Korman Thursday, July 19th, 4pm-5pm Read Restart by Gordon Korman and then join us for snacks, discussion, and activities during our tween book discussion on Thursday, July 19th, 4pm-5pm. This program is for tweens entering Grades 4-7 in Fall 2018 and is a joint program with the Children’s and Young Adult Departments. Registration began on Monday, June 18th in the Children’s Room. Registrants can pick up their copies of the book in the Young Adult or Children’s room to check out. Participants are asked to bring a dinner to eat. Snacks and beverages will be provided. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Tween Quidditch Tournament

Thursday, July 26th, 4pm-5pm Sign up for your team and compete in our Quidditch Tournament! This program is for tweens entering Grades 4-7 in Fall 2018 and will be held Thursday, July 26th, 4pm-5pm. Weather permitting, this program will be held outside. In the event of inclement weather, this program will be cancelled. Registrants must sign up for a team or to be the Snitch in advance. Registration is required and began Monday, June 18 online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org ). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. There are limited spots on each team and to play as the Snitch, so check Eventkeeper for availability. Registrants are asked to wear the color of the team they are signed up for (Green – Slytherin, Blue – Ravenclaw, Red – Gryffindor, Yellow – Hufflepuff) and Snitches are asked to wear black.

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News From the Children’s Room

Summer 2018– Libraries Rock! at the Garden City Public Library. Summer Reading Club registration started Monday, June 18th, 2018 at 9:30am in the Children’s Room. Non-residents can register beginning June 25th, 2018 at 9:30am. Registration is continuous until July 31st at 9:00pm. Registration is for both The Jammers Read-To-Me Club (for children ages 2 ½-5 - not yet entering kindergarten in Fall 2018) and The Rockers Summer Reading Club (for children entering Grades K–5 in Fall 2018).

Wednesday Night

Wednesday Night at 7:00pm is Family Night at the Garden City Public Library! Wednesday night programs are for children ages 2 ½ - Grade 5 and their families. Priority will be given to Garden City Public Library cardholders. Non-residents will be accommodated on a space available basis. **June 27– Frogs, Bugs and Animals - Live Animal Show with Jason from Green Meadows Farm. Tickets are required. Register for tickets online on EventKeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) beginning Monday, June 18th, at 9:30am. July 11 – Storytime Under the Stars. Registration is required and begins online on Eventkeeper on July 2nd at 9:30am. July 18 – Talent Show. Performers must be entering grades K-5 in Fall 2018. Registration for performers begins Monday, June 18th at 9:30am in the Children’s Room. July 25 – Family Karaoke Night. Registration is required. Registration begins Monday, July 16th at 9:30am on EventKeeper.

The Jammers Read-To-Me Club

The Jammers Read-To-Me Club is for children ages 2 ½-5 (not entering kindergarten in Fall 2018). Registration is from Monday, June 18th at 9:30am through Tuesday, July 31st at 9:00pm in the Children’s Room only. Nonresidents can register beginning July 2nd, 2018 at 9:30am. **The Jammers – Final Read-ToMe Club Show! The Summer Reading Club Festival is Wednesday, August 1, at 2:00pm. This is the Final Read-ToMe Club Event for children ages 2 ½-5 (not entering kindergarten in Fall 2018), with an adult caregiver. By Invitation Only! Your child can receive an invi-

tation by completing the requirements of The Jammers Read-To-Me Club by Tuesday, July 31st, at 9:00pm. All children who finish the requirements of The Jammers Read-To-Me Club will receive a ticket for this special event.

Monday Storytimes

Monday Storytimes are for children ages 6 months-5 years (not entering kindergarten in Fall 2018). Dates are June 25th, July 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd and 30th. No registration is necessary. Availability is on a first-come, firstserved basis. Space is limited, so please arrive promptly. Rhyme Time (ages 6-29 mos.) with an adult at 10:00am. You and Your Toddler (ages 2 ½-3 ½) with an adult at 11:30am. Little Listeners (ages 3-5, not entering kindergarten in Fall 2018) at 1:30pm. Monday Storytimes for The Rockers Summer Reading Club – Mondays at 3:00pm for children entering Grades K and 1 in Fall 2018: June 25th, July 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, and 30th. No registration is necessary. First come, first served basis. Space is limited! Please arrive promptly!

Tuesday Morning Programs

Tuesday Morning Programs are for children ages 2 ½-5 (not entering kindergarten in Fall 2018) and an adult. Registration is online on Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org ). Priority is given to Garden City Public Library cardholders. Nonresidents will be accommodated on a space available basis. **June 26 - Play Hooray with Molly Mouse at 11:00am .Registration is required. Registration begins Monday, June 18th, at 9:30am on EventKeeper. July 3 - Yoga with Cindy Valentine at 11:00am. Bring a mat or towel. Registration is required. Registration begins Monday, June 25th at 9:30am on EventKeeper. July 10 - Fun Science with Science Teacher Chris Buchman at 11:00am. Registration is required. Registration begins Monday, July 2nd, at 9:30am on EventKeeper. **July 17 – A Time for Kids at 10:30am. Registration is required. Registration begins Monday, July 9th at 9:30am on EventKeeper. **July 24 – Art with Samantha Raiten at 11:00am. Registration is required. Registration begins Monday, July 16th at 9:30am on EventKeeper.

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**July 31 – Jump for Joy with Joyce Oddo at 10:30am. Registration is required. Registration begins Monday, July 23rd at 9:30am on EventKeeper.

The Rockers Summer Reading Club

The Rockers Summer Reading Club is for children entering Grades K–5 in Fall 2018. Registration is from Monday, June 18th at 9:30am through Tuesday, July 31st at 9:00pm. Nonresidents can register beginning July 2nd, 2018 at 9:30am.

Book Discussions

Book Discussions for children entering Grades 2-5 in Fall 2018 - Registration for all book discussions is in the Children’s Room only. Registration begins on Monday, June 18 at 9:30am. All book discussions are two hours long. Book discussion with be followed by a fun science program. Lunch Bunch – Second Grade Book Discussion – Thursday at 1:30pm. • July 12th –My Weird School: Talent Show Mix-Up, by Dan Gutman. Bring a brown bag lunch and discuss the book. A beverage and dessert will be provided! Please advise the Librarians of any food allergies. Page Turners – Third Grade Book Discussion – Wednesday at 1:30pm. • July 11th – A Mouse Called Wolf by Dick King-Smith. Bring a brown bag lunch and discuss the book. A beverage and dessert will be provided! Please advise the Librarians of any food allergies. The Book Ends – Fourth and Fifth Grade Book Discussion – Thursday at 4:00pm. • July 12th – The Talent Show by Dan Gutman. Bring a brown bag dinner and discuss the book. A beverage and dessert will be provided! Please advise the Librarians of any food allergies.

Tuesday Afternoon Programs

Tuesday Afternoon Programs for children entering Grades K-5th in Fall 2018. Registration is online on Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org ). Priority is given to Garden City Public Library cardholders. Non-residents will be accommodated on a space available basis. **June 26 – Mad Science of Long Island. Science of Magic at 1:00pm for Grades K-2 and at 2:15pm for Grades 3-5. Registration is required. Registration begins Monday, June 18th, at 9:30am on EventKeeper. **July 3 – Yoga with Cindy Valentine at 12:00pm for children in Grades K-2 and 1:00pm for children in Grades 3-5. Bring a mat or towel. Registration is required. Registration begins Monday, June 25th, at 9:30am on EventKeeper. **July 10– Science with Science Teacher Chris Buchman at 12:30pm for Grades K-2 and 2:00pm for Grades 3-5. Registration is required. Registration begins Monday, July 2nd, at 9:30am on

EventKeeper. **July 17 – Edible Xylophones with The Baking Coach at 1:00pm for children in Grades K-2 and 2:30pm for children in Grades 3-5. Registration is required. Registration begins Monday, July 9th, at 9:30am on EventKeeper. **July 24 – Art with Samantha Raiten. Rockin’ Drums for children in Grades K-2 at 12:00pm and Rain Stick Instruments for children in Grades 3-5 at 1:00pm. Registration is required. Registration begins Monday, July 16th, at 9:30am on EventKeeper. **July 31 – Whaling Museum of Cold Spring Harbor. Turtle Tunes for Children in Grades K-2 at 1:00pm and Singin’ Swinging’ Sharks for children in Grades 3-5 at 2:30pm. Registration is required. Registration begins Monday, July 23rd, at 9:30am on EventKeeper. **Wednesday, August 1 at 2:00pm – Final Reading Club Show! The Summer Reading Club culminates with the Summer Reading Club Festival on Wednesday, August 1 at 2:00pm to be held downstairs in the Large Meeting Room. Attendance is by invitation only. Your child can receive an invitation by completing the requirements of The Jammers Read-To-Me Club and The Rockers Summer Reading Club by Tuesday, July 31st, at 9:00pm.

Tween Thursdays

These programs are for Tweens in Grades 4, 5, 6, and 7. Unless noted otherwise, registration is on Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org), with a Library Card. July 5 – Tween Chess at 4pm-5pm. Registration is required beginning June 20th at 9:30am. No instruction will be provided. **July 19 – Tween Book Discussions at 4pm-5pm. Come and discuss Restart by Gordon Korman. Registration is in the Children’s Room only, beginning June 18th at 9:30am. Registrants will receive a copy of the book to check out. Bring a brown bag dinner. A beverage and snack will be provided. **July 26 – Tween Quidditch Tournaments at 4pm-5pm. Registration is required and begins June 18th at 9:30am. Register for a team or Snitch. See flyer for additional details. **August 2 – Tween Camp Half Blood Party at 4pm-5pm.. Discuss the Percy Jackson and Heroes of Olympus series by Rick Riordan. There will also be related activities. Snacks and a beverage will be provided. Registration begins July 24th at 9:30am. Please see our flyers in the Children’s Room, The Garden City Public Library Children’s Department’s Facebook page, or the Garden City Public Library’s website for additional details on all Children’s and Tween summer programs. **Funding for these programs has been provided by The Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

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GC Retired Men’s Club News Schedule of Events

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Monday, June 25th - Regular Mtg. Bowling every Friday during season at Herrill Lanes. Contact Joe Leto at 248-9022. Poker players: check with John Marino at 248-1770. We welcome bridge, and especially non-bridge, players in order to expand the variety of our activities. Some suggestions: poker, chess, backgammon, other card games, cribbage, and billiards. Also, you may come for just conversation, camaraderie, and to make

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All Garden City men, 55 years and older, are eligible for membership. Annual dues are a very “expensive” $10. Meetings are on Mondays, and a less busy meeting is on Thursdays. Both begin at noon and end at 4pm. Check with the GCNews RMC schedule re upcoming meetings. In good weather we offer BBQ, bocce, and shuffleboard.

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Summer is just around the corner and Pool membership registration is underway. Pool membership material was mailed to every household but if you have misplaced yours you can download an application at www. gardencityrecreation.org. You can also stop by the Recreation Office to pick up the pool brochure and membership forms. Online registration is also available (you must have a password to sign up online, to receive a password you must go to the Recreation Office at 108 Rockaway Ave to verify your residency) Please look through the brochure to see all of the new and exciting things that will be happening at the GC Pool this season. The pool opened on Saturday, June 9th. Hope to see you there!

Upcoming Fall Trips for Seniors

Here Garden City Recreation and Parks’ fall trip list for seniors who are residents of the Inc. Village of Garden City. If you would like to register for any of our trips, please visit the Recreation and Parks Office at 108 Rockaway Avenue. Payment must accompany registrations. Other trips will be added in the upcoming weeks. Thursday, September 13th Rock the Boat with Spirit Cruises We will travel by coach bus to the city where we will join Rendezvous travel and board our boat for a lunch buffet while we dance our way around the island of Manhattan. The price per person will be $85, checks only made payable to Rendezvous Travel. Tuesday, October 16 at noon Westbury Manor for Lunch and a Performance of “Gypsy” We will travel by recreation bus for this trip. Tickets are $40, checks only, made payable to Plaza Theatrical Productions. Tuesday, November 13th at 2pm Trip to NYCB Theatre in Westbury

for “United We Sing” This tribute show will showcase melodies from three of the biggest icons in popular music history – Frank Sinatra, Elvis Presley, and Neil Diamond! We will travel by recreation bus for this trip. Tickets are $40, checks only made payable to Rendezvous Travel. Wednesday, December 5th Dyker Heights Christmas Lights and Dinner at Colandrea New Corner Restaurant We will travel by coach bus, have dinner first, and then enjoy the spectacle Dyker Heights has to offer. When we are done, we will take a quick ride to see the Rockefeller Centre Christmas Tree. Walking is involved in this trip. The price per person will be $90, checks only made payable to Rendezvous Travel.

Exercise for Seniors

Recreation and Parks is offering the following exercise classes for seniors at The Senior Center on Golf Club Lane. Classes are open to all seniors ages 60 and older who are residents of the Inc. Village of Garden City. Classes might be cancelled due to a special event or trip so please check the bulletin board at The Senior Center for updates. MONDAYS Exercise with Felicia at 10am Tai Chi with Connie at 1pm Meditation with Connie at 2pm TUESDAYS Yoga for all Levels with Allie at 1:30pm Chair Dancing with Felicia at 2:30pm WEDNESDAY Exercise with Felicia at 10am Chair Yoga with Connie at 11am THURSDAY Yoga for all Levels with Allie at 11:15am Meditation with Allie at 12:25pm FRIDAY Exercise with Felicia at 10am Resistance Bands with Felicia at 10:45am Meditation with Connie at noon Tai Chi with Connie at 1pm

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work and family responsibilities. It was tough.” She said that her four year old son’s love of the alphabet and her husband’s constant support also pushed her to finish the book. “My son Evan inspired me to keep writing with his love of animals and the alphabet, and Ron was my biggest supporter through this whole process.” Kaliope has always had a passion for writing, putting together short stories while attending college and having one of her poems published a few years ago. “It’s always been something I’ve loved to do, but never really had the time for. But I’m glad I did it, and now there’s a second project in the works.” ABC’s Animals Around the World can be found in both hard and soft cover version, on the self-publishing websitexlibris.com, as well as on Amazon and Barnes and Noble.

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Physical Therapy Options (PTO) is pleased to announce that Claire Haggerty of Garden City High School has won the PTO 2018 Scholarship. Claire wrote a heartfelt essay about her grandfather, who underwent an above-elbow amputation at birth. She expressed how inspiring her grandfather’s determination and zest for life has been. He never opted for a prosthetic limb and never allowed his disability to limit or define him. In Claire’s words, “I am certain that his engagement in his career, family, and faith contribute to his health, sharpness of mind, and longevity. I would like to carry the spirit of my relationship with him to future elderly patients.” Claire plans to study nursing at Fairfield University. She is

also interested in gerontology. Her relationship with her grandfather has spurred her desire to treat the whole person. She has developed an affinity and greater understanding of working with the elderly, expressing that they deserve to be “acknowledged, nurtured, and embraced.” Last year, Claire volunteered at Mercy Medical Center on their cardiac floor, which confirmed her interest in nursing. A well-rounded student at Garden City High School, Claire played soccer and golf. PTO is proud to mentor and support students through scholarships, internships, jobs, and clinical rotations. PTO wishes Claire and all the 2018 graduates in our community much success!

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Alex, Gabe, Brendan, and Gianna arrived at Citi Field with their interview questions and baseballs, prepared for the big event. As soon as they entered the Mets clubhouse, Todd Frazier, a third baseman for the New York Mets, autographed their baseballs and sat down with them to answer their questions. He explained that his dad was his role model, that he taught him how to play baseball, and that as a kid, he enjoyed playing with his two older brothers. Todd now has a son who also likes to play baseball.

Kidsday reporters from Mrs. Madden & Mrs. Roberts’ ELA class (left to right) Gianna Bommarito, Gabriel Beschloss, Alex Bedard, and Brendan Bohn interview New York Mets’ Todd Frazier in the clubhouse at Citi Field. Throughout the interview, Todd shared many experiences that showed he is a compassionate, caring, and talented player. The students learned some fun facts about how he received his nickname “Toddfather,” and the story behind the salt and pepper shaker routine, and why he loves Frank Sinatra. They were so excited to learn that Todd is quickly getting better from his injury, since he’s currently on the DL. The students wanted to know what

advice he had for kids today. Todd shared that they should stick with one thing they really want to do, and work really hard at that one thing, then they’ll be successful. The kids wished Todd a speedy recovery. Let’s Go Mets! To read the entire Kidsday article go to: https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/family/kidsday/mets-mlb-baseball-todd-frazier-kidsday-1.18753175

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Emily Burns BY JEANNE M. STAFFORD The Garden City Scholarship Fund is pleased to announce that Emily Burns has been selected as the 2018 recipient of the Fund’s Julia Maloney Scholarship. Emily is the twenty-first Garden City High School senior to receive this prestigious award. The scholarship was made possible by a generous bequest of the late Julia Maloney, an elementary school teacher in Garden City for 47 years. The announcement of the award, which comes with an education grant of $12,000 over four years, was made at the annual Senior Awards Ceremony at the High School on May 31st. Selection for the Julia Maloney Scholarship is based on academic excellence, character, service to school and community, a personal interview, and an essay describing a teacher who has had a strong, positive influence on the student. The essay is read by the student at graduation and the celebrated teacher is present. In addition to maintaining an outstanding academic record, Emily is

a Garden City High School varisty swimmer and is a three-year finalist in County, All Conference and All Division. Additionally, she swims at the club level for Long Beach Aquatic/Long Island Express and Queens Aquatics. Emily makes sure to share her love for swimming and inspires others by serving as a mentor to younger swimmers through the Swimathon of the Child Life Program at Winthrop University Hospital. After she gets out of the pool, Emily runs meetings and raises money for the International Thespian Society and serves as co-editor of the Spanish literary magazine El Ateneo. Emily is a member of the Garden City High School National Honor Society, the Spanish National Honor Society and the International Thespian Society. For her essay, Emily wrote about her AP Psychology teacher, Mr. Highfill, who taught her to realize that her personal battle with anxiety was nothing to be ashamed of. She learned the causes and triggers for anxiety and many other mental illnesses. Inspired, Emily decided to write about her journey. She called it My Secret Friend, and described anxiety as a “friend” that she learned to fight with her own power. The piece was eventually published in ECHO, the school newspaper. Emily’s newfound confidence empowered her to start Garden City High School’s first Psychology Club with Mr. Highfill as an advisor. Julia Maloney is smiling from heaven because the spirit of the award she created is alive and well in its recipients twenty-one years after its inception. Emily is no exception. Emily will be attending Siena College in the fall. The Fund wishes her great success as she takes the messages of Mr. Highfill and the late Julia Maloney to inspire others to remember that support and strength are around the corner and usually lie within ourselves.

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Village “Handbook for Residents” to be resuscitated From page 1 there are no specific personnel names attached to each listing, just the job titles, such as director or Village Administrator. “We basically modernized the book and it details our village history from Alexander Turney Stewart and the general organization of Garden City. The POA’s are listed and our offices are broken down by departments. Water billing cycles and how homeowners’ bills are calculated are also explained. It does give you a Village map, contacts for emergencies, fire stations, how operations are broken down and more,” Suozzi told the audience. Suozzi says this works as a convenient go-to for new residents, welcoming them into Garden City and aiming to acquaint them with the village government, operations and school district. “I think it is very useful and about time to update it in the last 30 years -- I hope our residents enjoy it,” he said.

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Also at the June 7 meeting, the Board approved a another contract related the the Streetscape initiative, intended on sprucing up the downtown areas of 7th Street, Franklin Avenue and the New Hyde Park Road business district in the west. The Streetscape Committee and Board of Trusteees held a work session meeting in February at Village Hall, and since the start of a new village budget and fiscal year, 2018-2019, came up there are

several purchase items lined up. In late May new solar-powered garbage/recycling pails as well as larger standard trash receptacles for the business districts were approved by the Board. Now seating areas not owned and operated by the individual restaurants and food stores will be addressed.

Street benches

The trustees approved contracts of $26,000 and $17,846, plus freight costs of just under $1,400 for street benches in Garden City shopping and dining areas. The vendor is Site Specialists Limited of Westbury, and the Board first rejected the lowest bid from American Recreation Products, Inc. for benches as their bid didn’t meet the village specifications. Funds for the benches, a total expense of $45,276, will come from the municipal capital budget for 2018-2019. Kevin Ocker, Commissioner of Recreation and Parks, said he expects the benches installed in the next eight weeks, in time for some late summer Friday Promenades and other outdoor time. Ocker told the Board these new benches on order will be uniform to the ones used at the St. Paul’s sports and recreation areas for the last 13 years. “These benches will have an impact sooner than later as part of the Streetscape project. Public Works Commissioner Joe DiFrancisco has done research and now the new solar trash receptacles and larger pails will be in. All the

benches will be replaced on 7th Street and along Franklin Avenue in the downtown. The style of bench we’ve proposed for here is the same style as at St. Paul’s and we have had no issues with them -- they look as good as they did when they were installed. That is why we have come forward with the project and bid, and we look forward to their approval,” Ocker said. He told Mayor Daughney that Parks and Rec. and DPW (municipal) staff will be handling the installation, not the vendor or a contractor. The trustees later approved a contract of $72,000 for leaf picker parts to Old Dominion Brush Co. of Richmond, Virginia. Funds for the parts will come out of the village’s operational budget. Two transfers of funds from the June 7 meeting will help cover some ancillary costs of running Village of Garden City municipal services and operations. The Board approved a transfer of $65,000 from the “Sanitation - Contractual Services” account into the “Sanitation Part-Time” account, covering part-time help that has covered longterm disability. The Board also approved a transfer of $30,000, from the village’s Finance - Regular Salary line item for the fiscal year into Finance - Consultant Fees to fund the cost for an accounting temp to work with Village staff, until a Finance position at Village Hall is filled.

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ty who turned out for the June 7 Village Board meeting.” The Board of Trustees has told residents, many of whom objected to the possibility that the developer may get a tax break on the project’s school taxes, that they should take the matter up directly with the School Board. Heineman said the School Board is grateful for the comments made to the Village Board. “Your unequivocal and adamant

support for the district’s position that the developer of 555 Stewart Avenue should pay his full share of school district taxes is very much appreciated by this board. We will be attending and testifying against the PILOT at every IDA meeting that is held with respect to that project, and we encourage you (the community) to attend [Industrial Development Agency] meetings and continue to voice your concerns and opinions as strongly and as clearly as you did last Thursday to the Garden

City Board of Trustees,” she said. School Board Trustee Robert Martin, who is in his last month serving on the Board, told the audience that he had attended the June 7 Village Board hearing on the application on behalf of the board of education. He says leading up to that point the Board of Education was contacted by community members to see what the level of involvement and engagement with the village has been regarding the application. Heineman added that once the school

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School Board vows to fight tax break for 555 Stewart

district learns which IDA the developer will apply to for the PILOT -- either the Nassau County IDA or Town of Hempstead IDA -- the district will be putting the community on notice about upcoming meetings they should attend. “I want to acknowledge the support of our community! Thank you for the continued support for the school district and for your support of the education that we deliver to the children of Garden City every day,” Heineman told the audience on June 12.

Insect Celebration at Long Island Children's Museum Things are getting buggy over at Long Island Children’s Museum as summer kicks off. Visitors can take part in a day of “insect-ivities” at Bug Bonanza, meet entomologists and join in the interactive theater performance “Ants.”

Summer Garden Stones

Tuesday, June 26 through Friday, June 29 from 2:30 to 4 p.m. Join us this June and decorate your own colorful, garden stone to celebrate the arrival of summer! Ages: 3 and up. Free with museum admission.

stART (Story + Art)

Tuesday, June 26 and Thursday, June 28 from 11:30 a.m. - noon. Join us each week as we read childhood classics and introduce new favorites; followed by a take-home, book-inspired craft. This week we’re reading “Crazy Hair Day” by Barney Saltzberg. Following the story you can make your own colorful, crazy hair hat to wear home! Ages: 3-5. Fee: $4 with museum admission ($3 LICM members).

Music and Movement

Wednesday, June 27 from 11:30 a.m. – noon Enjoy creative movement exercises and interactive sing-alongs that get little bodies moving to the rhythm. Ages: 5 and under. Fee: $4 with museum admission ($3 LICM members).

Silly Sunglasses

Wednesday, June 27 and Thursday, June 28 from 2 to 4 p.m. June 27 is National Sunglasses Day! Did you know that it’s important to protect your eyes from the sun’s UV rays when outside? Stop by and create your own silly sunglasses craft as a reminder to always wear protective sunglasses, and celebrate summer safely! Ages: 3 and up. Free with museum admission.

Pop-Up with Piet

Friday, June 29 from 1 to 3 p.m. What would it look like if you

arranged colors, shapes and lines inside a grid? Why make art so simple? Come by and learn about Dutch artist Piet Mondrian, as we create a composition full of color, shape and line! We’ll chat about who Piet Mondrian was and how he influenced the art world. Explore new methods of making art and go home with your very own Mondrian grid! Ages: 3 and up. Free with museum admission.

Kids in the Kitchen Family Series

Friday, June 29 at 1:30 p.m. LICM’s popular Early Childhood program expands in the summer to welcome older siblings who enjoy time in the kitchen. Have fun creating nutritious, simple dishes that will inspire kids and adults to get cooking together. Create tasty treats and enjoy your yummy creations at the end of each class. Ages: 3-8. Material fee: $5 with museum admission ($4 LICM members).

Messy Afternoons

Saturday, June 30 from 3:30-5 p.m. We’ll be up to our elbows in oobleck, clean mud and slime … and we hope you’ll join us for the type of artistic activities that everyone loves, but not one likes to clean-up after. Except us! Ages: 18 months to 4 years. Free with museum admission.

Bug Bonanza

Sunday, July 1 from 12:30 to 4 p.m. Join us for a Bug Bonanza at LICM! Discover the amazing lives and natural history of insects, spiders and other creepy crawly creatures. Learn about bug anatomy and fascinating insects that help make up three-quarters of all animals on Earth. A range of “insect-ivities” will be offered throughout the afternoon that allows visitors to see, touch and feel insects: • Meet Arrow’s Bug Scientists and several of their wiggly and crawly “friends” • Join roving “ants” in an interactive theater performance • Make fun insect themed-crafts • Create a collaborative and

eco-friendly sculpture • Become a favorite bug (face painting) • Chow down on an insect-inspired treat

Good Bug/Bad Bug - LICM Theater

Sunday, July 1 at 12:30, 1:30 and 2:30 p.m. Find out what makes a bug good or bad, helpful or dangerous from an Arrow Exterminating entomologist. Explore the fascinating world of various insects including Subterranean Termites, Carpenter Ants, Black Widow Spiders and more. Tickets are limited for this free presentation and can be obtained at the LICM Box Office on a first come, first serve basis. Bug Bonanza is made possible by a generous grant from Arrow Exterminating, Inc. All ages. Free with museum admission.

Polyglot Theatre presents “Ants”

Sunday, July 1 at 2 and 3:30 p.m. Created by Polyglot Theatre of Australia, this interactive public space theater piece brings giant “ants” and children together in a gentle and unusual landscaping project. The production features three big insects and hundreds of giant bread crumbs. The roving “ants” scurry around the Museum as they search for “food,” collect objects and make friends with visitors who soon join the “ants” in their building task. The production celebrates the nature of collaborative play and children’s relationship with their environment. Polyglot Theatre performances are assisted by the Australian Government through the Australia Council, its arts funding and advisory body, the Victorian Government through Creative Victoria and the City of Melbourne. “Ants” is made possible at LICM by a gift from Roni Kohen-Lemle and Robert Lemle. Ages: 2-8. Free with museum admission.

Traveling Exhibit Opens: Hands-On Harley-Davidson™ Through Sunday, September 2

Roar into a kid-sized motorcycle dealership and engineering lab in this one-of-a-kind visitor experience that lets kids—and adults—Dream It! Build It!...and Ride It! Visitors this summer can explore a pretend motorcycle dealership while learning about the people, places and processes that make a community work. using activities that promote science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) themes This interactive exhibit provides hands-on opportunities to “Dream It!”, “Build It!” and “Ride It” as you: • hit the open road as you explore US and international touring routes • become a design engineer and learn how acceleration, speed, friction, gravity, and other laws of physics affect a motorcycle in motion • work with friends and family to create a custom motorcycle using interchangeable parts and accessories experiment to see what happens when a rider throttles, leans into a curve, or descends a mountain road Hands-On Harley-Davidson was created by the Betty Brinn Children’s Museum (BBCM) in collaboration with Harley-Davidson Motor Company. Ages: 3 and up. Free with museum admission. All activities are held at the Long Island Children’s Museum, 11 Davis Avenue, East Garden City, NY. For the safety of our visitors, Adults are not permitted in the Museum without children; Museum visitors under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Museum Hours: Tuesday-Sunday from 10 am.-5 p.m. and most school holidays. Museum admission (effective July 1): $14 for adults and children over 1 year old, $123seniors, FREE to museum members and children under 1 year old. Additional fees for theater and special programs may apply. For additional information, contact 516-224-5800.

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Music Academy of GC holds Hempstead town supervisor to speak at Rotary Club meeting eleventh annual recitals

Students from the Music Academy of Garden City entertain at the school’s annual recital. Last weekend, hundreds of parents, students, and friends packed the Plattduetsche Park Restaurant to celebrate the Music Academy of Garden City’s Eleventh Annual Recital and Awards Dinners. Students dazzled guests with performances that included musical theatre, jazz, classical, rock, and pop selections. Music Academy Rock Bands also performed at each of the four shows, and gave inspired renditions of many classic and current rock songs. In addition, guests at the recitals enjoyed a three-course meal throughout the shows, which featured not only MAGC students, but also faculty members, who played jazz standards, sang show tunes, and more. Five talented Music Academy stu-

dents were honored with awards for their work during the school year, including Joseph Savoretti (MultiInstrumentalist of the Year), Sebastian Olivares, Rebecca Kightlinger, and Maria Panas (Most Improved), and Michelle Wisnewski (Outstanding Musician of the Year). Music Academy President Dr. Peter Coco also announced the MAGC Creative Arts Center, a new space slated to open this September. Dr. Coco said the space will be used for musical theatre classes, rock band rehearsals, video and audio recordings, master classes, and more. The Music Academy faculty and staff are extremely proud of all the students who participated in the recitals.

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The Mineola-Garden City Rotary Club will welcome Laura Gillen, Hempstead town supervisor, at its luncheon meeting next Monday, June 25th, 12:15 – 1:30 p.m., in the re-designed Private Dining Room, at the Garden City Hotel. All are welcome to attend. Ms. Gillen was sworn in as supervisor on January 1st of this year. Midway through her first term, Ms. Gillen will report on her accomplishments to date along with her vision for the Town moving forward. She has said she is ”working hard to provide our residents with an open and transparent government.” Prior to her election in January, Laura Gillen, was counsel to the Uniondale law firm of Westerman Ball Ederer Miller & Sharfstein, LLP, where she practiced commercial litigation. She has appeared in state and federal courts, representing clients in cases involved in intellectual property, employment law, unfair competition, contractual disputes, fraud, real estate disputes, corporate governance disputes, and other business torts. A Nassau County native, Laura Gillen has long sought to serve her community. She had volunteered in her youth at South Nassau Communities Hospital and Camp Anchor. While a student at Georgetown University, she was honored with the distinction of being selected to be a George Baker Scholar. Her participation in the Baker Scholarship program impacted the direction of her life profoundly with its lessons of leadership and community service. Ms. Gillen graduated cum laude from Georgetown in 1991. Laura Gillen later returned to Georgetown for law studies by night. In 1998, she worked at Cahill Gordon

Laura Gillen, Town of Hempstead supervisor & Reindel LLP and was invited to join the firm as a litigation associate after earning her JD in 2000. While at Cahill, Ms. Gillen worked on matters involving securities regulation, defamation, employment, and intellectual property. She also participated in the firm’s pro bono program, assisting victims of domestic violence. Later, she moved back to Long Island and joined Westerman Ball. Please join Rotarians for a report on the status of Hempstead Town as Rotary welcomes Laura Gillen next Monday. To reserve at $25 per person for a delicious Garden City Hotel lunch selection in the new Private Dining Room, please call Rotary President Alba Spinelli at (515) 307-8870.

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EMPIRE BLUECROSS IS PUTTING PROFITS OVER PATIENTS BLUECROSS MADE BILLIONS IN PROFIT LAST YEAR BUT IS THREATENING TO LIMIT MEMBERS’ ACCESS TO HEALTH CARE AT SOUTH NASSAU HOSPITAL

THE FACTS:

• BlueCross BlueShield is shortchanging South Nassau on reimbursement rates. • The hospital has lost $11 million in revenue due to Medicare cuts in recent years. • Tens of thousands of government employees and retirees may lose their right to access non-emergency care at South Nassau as of July 1. • Other nearby hospitals receive as much as 40% more than South Nassau for the same procedure. South Nassau seeks parity with what BlueCross is paying other hospitals. • Anthem/BlueCross’ 2017 profits: $3.4 billion. Under the Trump tax cut, Empire’s parent company will receive an additional $1 billion in tax savings.

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Friday, June 22, 2018 The Garden City News

Bobby Menges Memorial Blood Drive is a big success BY LIZ MENGES Thank you to all who made the second Bobby Menges Memorial Blood drive such a big success! We collected over 50 pints of blood, and donors were entertained by the music of On Tap, Bobby’s former band and good friends. Not only did On Tap refuse payment, they made a $250 donation to the Bobby Menges “I’m Not Done Yet” Foundation! From the patience of our neighbors as the Bloodmobile was stationed on Cedar

Place for 8 hours; to the cooperation of Commissioner Jackson and the police department; to Heather from Fairchild who took such good care of Bobby (and our family) after he died and through his wake and funeral, and came to support the blood drive; to our friends, family and even strangers who came off the street to donate their blood… none of this would have been possible without the support of our amazing Garden City community. Thank you!

Joe Rosato and Diana Macchio waiting on the bus to donate Heather from Fairchild

Bobby’s band and good friends - Andrew, Drew, Joey, Megan, and Phil - provided the entertainment!

Donors, old friends, and former neighbors the Sullivans

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Bobbyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s friend - and steadfast donor - Tom Trabold

Gerry Kelly

Stewart School Principal - and old friend - Ms. Norton donates every time!

First-time donor James Murphy!

Friday, June 22, 2018 The Garden City News

GC High School National Honor Society Induction

Members of the Garden City High School National Honor Society Congratulations to 89 Garden City High School students who were inducted into the National Honor Society (NHS) at the 83rd Annual Induction Ceremony held at Garden City High School on May 24th. Each inductee was called to the stage by teacher and NHS advisor Diana Young and congratulated by Principal Nanine McLaughlin and the NHS officers. The students recited the pledge and enjoyed a long and loud round of applause from attending parents and friends.

The NHS Pledge:

I pledge myself to uphold The high purposes of this society To which I have been elected, Striving in every way, by word and by deed, To make its ideals The ideals of my school And of my life.

2018 NHS Inductees: Kara Acinapuro Lucy Ambach Sydney Antic Emily Aprigliano Christina Bennett John Bensen Alex Bensen Thomas Bermel Gabriella Bevil Daniel Boccafola Abigail Brita Jolie Buggy Jeanne Butler Donald Byrne Claire Castellano Amanda Cerrato Lauren Conway

Caitlin Cook Kaitlin Costello Abigail Cox Patrick Creaven William Crowley Alex Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Aloisio Kelly Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Antonio Jamie Derkasch Jillian DiLemme Christian Durante Lucas Feingold Daniel Ferreira Lindsey Gambino Emily Gaven Lauren George Mary Gibbons Chase Gladd Cassidy Go Michael Greco Miranda Griffith Erin Healy Zoe Heath Patrick Heavey Julianne Hegarty Isabella Herrera Diana Humbert Elizabeth Iraj Caitlin Kenna John Kenny Alexandra Larocca Christina Levi Rose Lynch Kelsey Macri Veronica McCann Kelly McDonald Liana McDonnell

Christian McGannon Gracie McManus Amanda Melkonian Kyle Merritts Alexandra Michael Alexa Molloy Emily Moody Iain Morrison Lisa Murphy Emily Olenik Aidan Padala Gavin Pappas Michelle Parente Julia Peppard Aidan Pfaff Collin Plunkett John Protano Olivia Ragusa Thomas Reifler Julia Remick Chloe Rogers Nicholas Rosato Shania Sanasie Matthew Savino Elsie Schaubeck Timothy Schmitt Christian Smith Alexis Grace Spera Erin Studdert Anne Sullivan Rose Sweeney Cathryn Tateosian Grace Taylor Emma Van Dyke Madeleine Walsh Garrett Zander

June 22, 2018

Day 5 of Cycle the Erie BikeTour Offers Deep Dive into The Erie Canal: ‘Mother of Cities’, Empire Builder, Wonder of the World BY KAREN RUBIN, TRAVEL FEATURES SYNDICATE, GOINGPLACESFARANDNEAR.COM Day 5 of our 8-day, 400 mile Parks & Trails NY Cycle the Erie biketour from Buffalo to Albany offers a deep-dive into the history of the Erie Canal, an appreciation for the engineering marvel that it was, and how it changed American culture and society, as our 50-mile ride from Syracuse to Rome today brings us to a sequence of museums and historic sites. We begin the day riding into downtown Syracuse from our campsite at Burnet Park, adjacent to the Rosamond Gifford Zoo (we are so close, some said they could hear the animals during the night). A highlight for the entire trip is visiting the Syracuse Eric Canal Museum, which has opened early, from 7 am, especially for us. It is not to be missed and I plan to spend a couple of hours here. (The museum also was open especially for us last evening, with shuttle bus transportation from our campsite, to accommodate our riders, but I chose to visit the zoo.) The downtown of Syracuse has gone through an amazing renaissance. Erie Canal at one time went through Syracuse but Theodore Roosevelt, then New York Governor (he loved canals and went on to

Riding through Old Erie Canal New York State Park – rural, quaint, with wildlife, five aqueducts, and very flat © Karen Rubin/ goingplacesfarandnear.com champion the building of the Panama Canal), wanted a “modern” canal built which would largely replace the original. Today, in a magnificent plaza there is an impressive Jerry Rescue Monument to William “Jerry” Henry, a freemason taken into custody under Fugitive Slave Act, despite the fact that New York State abolished slavery in 1820. Daniel Webster, who was

secretary of state under President Millard Filmore, came to Syracuse in1851 and declared that Syracuse (which was a stop on the Underground Railroad) was “a laboratory of abolitionism, libel, and treason”. He warned local abolitionists and “abetting slaves” that any violation of the Fugitive Slave Law, which called for returning those in flight into bondage, would be “treason, treason and nothing else.” (This is

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all uncomfortably familiar around today’s issue of forcibly separating children from families seeking asylum.) A few months later, on October 1, a mob stormed a downtown police station, knocked down the doors and freed Jerry, and put him on a carriage traveling toward Canada. See page D2

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Day 5 of Cycle the Erie BikeTour Offers Deep Dive into The Erie Canal: ‘Mother of Cities’, Empire Builder, Wonder of the World Continued from page D1 Syracuse Canal Museum All along our Cycle the Erie route – mostly following the 353-mile long Erie Canalway - we have visited small canal museums and historical societies which each tell a part of the Erie Canal epic drama. At Lockport, which is itself a living-history museum, on the first day of our ride, we saw the astonishing “Flight of Five” locks and its small museum. At Camillus, the half-way mark of our 400-mile ride from Buffalo to Albany, we visited Sims Store, a re-creation of a 19th century general store that would have served the canalboats. Still to come (later today), the Chittenango Landing Boat Museum which offers a look at how the canal boats were built and we get to look inside a reconstruction; Canastota, which offers a delightful Canal Town Museum in a tiny house that was once a bakery. Further on, we will see the Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site, featuring sections of all three alignments of the Erie Canal and a fascinating historic exhibit in a house-turned-museum. But Syracuse is the “official” Erie Canal Museum - it offers the most expansive collection of artifacts, the most comprehensive history, starting the story well before Governor Dewitt Clinton pushed so obsessively for his Ditch. It offers the most sophisticated presentations, including lots of interactive exhibits and opportunities to engage. It is all the more remarkable because it is a maritime museum which is not on the water - indeed, the expanded canal was moved north of the city.

One of the unique features of the Canal Museum – indeed, the “most unique thing about Syracuse” - is the chance to visit the Weighlock Building, built in1850 - the only remaining weighlock building in America. You can walk aboard a replica passenger packet boat in the weighlock and get a real impression of how the Erie Canal transformed culture and society in America. And, as we bike into the downtown historic district, with some magnificent architectural jewels (like the NiagaraMohawk building, an Art Deco palace that is simply breathtaking), what we appreciate most is how the Erie Canal was, in fact, the “Mother of Cities” and how Syracuse is one of her children. A chart in the museum graphs the explosive growth in population of Albany, Syracuse, Buffalo, and even small canaltowns like Lockport because of the Erie Canal, “It was the 8th Wonder of the World, the pathway to an empire and a school of engineering.” Indeed, in 1820, Syracuse was just a swampy settlement on Genesee Turnpike, its primary industry was salt production (a key reason that banks had already established themselves in Syracuse, before the canal). Because of the canal (“The Mother of Cities”) the population of Syracuse swelled 40-fold in just 10 years, from a village of 250 in 1820, to 11,064 in 1830, and by 1920, a city of 171,717. “German masons who came for the canal, stayed to build cobblestone houses, churches. The canal was a whole way of life.” Before the Erie Canal, it would take 6 to 8 weeks for a mule to carry less

Setting up our tents at Fort Stanwix, Rome © Karen Rubin/ goingplacesfarandnear. com

than a ton of feight, versus 6 to8 days to transport up to 200 tons on the canal. The cost dropped to one-tenth, $12 per ton and 60c for barrel of salt. Each day, some 1,800 immigrants would come through Syracuse on the Erie Canal on their way to the west, paying 10c to travel from one town to the next. “Land was free, you just had to get there, settle on it for a number of years. Often pioneers would work on the boat in exchange for transportation,” the notes read. New York State financed the building of the Erie Canal (the federal government refused to help) by selling $7.7 million in bonds; the state earned back revenue from fees on goods shipped and taxes on salt (because salt was brought out of salt springs that were owned by the state). The success of Clinton’s Ditch was quickly apparent and in just 10 years (after paying off the $7.7 million), the Erie Canal had to be rebuilt and expanded to handle all the traffic. There were no real engineers when they began to build the canal. The initial designers were surveyors. “They knew how to do property lines but were not engineers.” The biggest problem was figuring out the elevations. But when they completed the canal, these selftaught engineers started the engineering school, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) in Troy. (And as I learn later, on the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy’s biketour along the Delaware & Lehigh Canal, sparked a major building of a network of canals, America’s first public-works projects.) One of the innovative methods

devised was a stump puller to clear the trees - a contraption that looks like a military armament, but actually had giant wheels to move it and give leverage to pull out stumps. There is so much that is so engaging in the museum - even the walls along the staircase are painted to show the elevations of the different locks along the entire canal, and the elevator has a mural to make you feel you are stepping into a lock, yourself. Indeed, a key message you come away with from the Erie Canal Museum, is how the canal keeps reinventing itself, and with it, the society around it. Peak use of the Erie Canal was 1951, but it was also a time when the canal was fetid with pollution - oil slicks and raw sewage. Then the Clean Water Act of 1972, prohibiting dumping and requiring municipalities to have treatment plants, changed the way shippers and factories could do business. (My suspicion is that environmental and worker protections and not free trade are what led to the demise of American manufacturing.) So, up until the 1980s, the canal was almost exclusively used for commercial traffic and was too polluted, fetid and crowded for the recreational boater or residential buildings anywhere near the canal. That’s all changed. Now, the canal is predominantly used for recreational purposes, there are lovely housing developments along the canal (a source of economic revitalization). But a changing upstate economy is seeing a resurgence of manufacturing and more commercial shipping is coming to the canal, also. There are many other uses of the Erie Canal other than shipping

Cycle the Erie riders stop in at the Syracuse Canal Museum, which opens especially early © Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com

and transportation. The canal is the largest source of irrigation for upstate agriculture. People (especially downstate) don’t typically think of New York as agricultural but we rival other states in production of foodstuffs from orchards, vineyards, dairy operations. Riding along the canal trail, you see the white pipes of the irrigation system. The canal also provides for flood control for upstate New York. Many of the dams generate electricity and will figure importantly in the state’s goal of 50% of electricity generated through clean, renewable sources by 2030. Here, I appreciate the ecology of the Erie Canal - not just for the people whose towns, livelihoods and lives revolved around the canal, but how it impacted the environment. And you can see the social ecology as well - as the canal is cleaned up, there are new housing developments that are popping up alongside, as we saw at Rochester, Spencerport, Fairport, changing the economic base for these communities. (They are not intrusive, though - indeed, the entire Barge Canal was just placed on the National Register of Historic Places and is part of New York State’s Heritage

Corridor). The small canaltowns are reinventing themselves - and the structures that had been factories and silos and such in places like Pittsford and Cohoes have been re-purposed for condos and offices, as well as to cater to new manufacturing ventures like manufacturing wind turbines. “Everything reinvents itself – just like the Canal,” says Daniel Ward, who curated the exhibit. “When I was boy, there was no accommodation for pleasure craft, no tie ups. It was a barge canal. Now there is balance. “Often the Erie Canal gets separated in people’s minds from the Port of New York, but New York City is the terminal port of the canal system. Our current work is trying to reconnect idea of New York City - we’re coming up to the bicentennial of the opening of the canal (2025), which was a celebration in New York Harbor.” The museum has a marvelous animated display of Governor Dewitt Clinton sailing into New York City to spill water from Lake Erie into the Hudson River in a ceremony called, “The Wedding of the Waters” with simulated fireworks. (There were cannons set up all along the route and it took hours

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At the Chittenango Landing Boat Museum, we get to see how the canal boats were built and to look inside a reconstruction of one of the canal boats © Karen Rubin/ goingplacesfarandnear.com for the sound that started in Buffalo to make its way to New York City.) He points to the Mount Vernon Museum, at 421 East 61st Street in

Manhattan, which was a hotel that opened in the 1820s to accommodate

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Prenuptial agreements, FICO scores - and successful marriages BY MARJORIE GOTTLIEB WOLFE

It’s wedding season! A recent study, using data from Equifax, concluded the following: 1. People with good credit scores are more likely to get married. And couples with a good credit score are more likely to stay married. 2. People tend to find partners who have similar credit scores to themselves. 3. Couples with mismatches in their credit scores are more likely to separate. According to Nick Clements, “The stress of living paycheck to paycheck and being unable to pay the bills may lead to missed payments, a deteriorating credit score and ultimately divorce or separation.” Today couples are adding lifestyle clauses or blueprints for behavior to their prenuptial agreements. One Brooklyn woman says seeing her now ex-boyfriend scoop out his bagel was a deal breaker. And The New York Post had a headline that read: BAGEL SCOOPERS ARE RUINING NEW YORK CITY. Shown below are some examples of prenuptial agreements: I, ________________, agree to adhere to the following checked items: • No whoopee before the chupie. • WILL KEEP IN MIND that the average American wedding dress costs about $1,564, plus approximate-

ly another $300 for accessories. (The Knot) • WILL NOT SAY, “I can’t explain why a bride buys her wedding dress, whereas a groom rents his tux.” (Lou Holtz quote) • WILL NOT create a wedding registry at Home Depot or Walmart. • WILL NEVER scoop out a perfectly lovely bagel like those skinny malinks do at Bagel Boss. (FYI: A typical sandwich of a medium bagel with lox and 2 tablespoons of regular cream cheese contain 469 calories.) • WILL NEVER pay $49 annually for a Starbucks credit card…unless it’s used to purchase The Coldbuster (AKA “The Medicine Ball”), which will sooth sore throats and sinuses. • To stress less about the six hours of the wedding and focus more on decades of married life. • To honor my parents by having the band/DJ play “Sunrise/Sunset” (from the original cast of “Fiddler on the Roof”) at the wedding. • To save the shards of glass or light bulb from the wedding ceremony and make them into a Mezuzah for our first home. • WILL NEVER place our marriage announcement in the newspaper’s financial section under “mergers and acquisitions.” • To remember that there are a lot more marital arguments over a wink than a mink. • WILL NEVER say to the hostess

in a restaurant, “Why don’t you show me your SECOND table FIRST and save us both some time • WILL NEVER say, “How ‘bout running it through the food processor just one more time.” • WILL NEVER watch more than one football game on Sundays during football season. • WILL NEVER fax a Big Mac from McDonald’s…and call it dinner. • REMEMBER that the 3 most important words after “I love you” are “Let’s eat out.” • Will invest it a good pillow and a dual-control electric blanket….but NEVER say, “What side of the bed do you want? THAT’S YOUR SIDE FOR LIFE!” (Ray Ramano quote) • WILL NEVER to go to the local bar for some “Quality Time.” • NEVER give a vacuum cleaner as a birthday gift. • ATTEMPT to take the “drag” out of “bag” lunches. • NEVER to sign any application which asks “marital status” with the word “shaky.” • NEVER to appear in Judy Sheindlin’s courtroom with its 10 million viewers a day. • To keep my “knippel” (small emergency fund) separate from regular accounts. • Never to quote cartoonist, Rich Tennan: “Your latkes need work. The children are mistaking them for dreidels.”

• To learn how to spell and pronounce vichyssoise, chipotle, foie gras, gnocchi, quinoa and bouillabaisse. • NEVER eat a Nathan’s hot dog on raisin bread with mayonnaise. (Source: Only in New York, kids, only in New York.) • NEVER to compete with my spouse in the completion of the Saturday New York Times crossword puzzle. • NEVER to say, “I see you’re rerunning last night’s TV dinner.” (The Lockhorns) • NEVER to dye my hair “Manic Panic,” “blue mayhem,” vampire red, atomic pink, or hi octane orange. • NEVER to attend a Money Management lecture when the financial consultant says, “The leading cause of of death in South Florida is exhaustion, caused by house guests from the north.” • NEVER to name a child “Nutella.” Marjorie Gottleib Wolfe never had a prenup. She did find it interesting reading that Roseanne Barr made a dangerous error when she married Tom Arnold. She was so in love with him before their 1990 wedding that she fired her attorney for suggesting she sign a prenup. When the couple divorced four years later, Arnold left with $50 million.

Friday, June 22, 2018

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The Basics of Applying for Social Security Benefits BY TOM MARGENAU I’ve saved up a bunch of questions that have to do with applying for various kinds of Social Security benefits. Frankly, I think of most of them as rather elementary. But then I remind myself that I’ve dealt wi th Social Security issues almost every day of my life for the past 45 years. And most of my readers deal with the program, at least in a major way, only once in their life -- at the time they file for benefits. So I hope those of you pushing Social Security age get something out of this. Q: I want to retire when I am 66 in September. When should I apply for benefits? A: The Social Security Administration recommends that you file three months before your eligibility date. So you could start the ball rolling now already. But there really is no need to rush. Most Social Security retirement claims are very simple and SSA processes them in a matter of days. So you could wait until September if you wanted to and your first check (the check that comes in October) will show up on time. Still, better safe than sorry. So apply sometime this month or next. Q: How do you recommend I file for my Social Security benefits? A: About 95 percent of us have straightforward Social Security claims. In other words, you don’t want to play games trying to beat the system. You just want to file for your retirement benefits. In that case, I strongly recommend you file online at http://www.socialsecurity.gov. It’s simple and easy. I did so a few years back and it probably took me a half-hour to finish the process. If you do have a scenario that you think might be complicated (like trying to get a combination of retirement and spousal benefits), then you should probably do that in person. Call SSA at 800-7721213 and either file by phone or set up an appointment to talk to someone at your local Social Security office. Q: What documents do I need to file for my Social Security benefits? A: It depends on the kind of benefits you are trying to get. Think of it this way: You usually have to provide evidence to support your eligibility. For example, if it’s for a retirement claim, you need to prove you are old enough to qualify. So to do that, you need a birth certificate. If you are filing for spousal benefits, you need to prove not only your age but also that you are married to the person on whose Social Security record you are applying. So that would be a marriage certificate. If you are a divorced spouse, you’d need to provide your divorce papers as well. If you want to apply for widow’s benefits, in addition to proving your age and marriage, you need a death certificate, too. In all cases, SSA wants to see original copies

of these documents, or copies certified by the record holder. Q: I haven’t seen my Social Security card in years. I know it’s buried in the house somewhere, but I just don’t know where. I’m frantically trying to find it now that I am getting ready to file for my Social Security benefits. Do I need my Social Security card to apply? A: Relax and stop looking for your Social Security card. You do not need the card when you sign up for Social Security. Q: I signed up for my Social Security retirement at my local office last week. To be honest, I was a bit leery about the whole process because the clerk I was dealing with was either new at his job or not the brightest bulb in the pack (if you get my drift). I am concerned that he will make mistakes in the calculation of my Social Security checks. What do you recommend I do? A: I recommend you relax. The local representative you talked to has nothing to do with the calculation of your Social Security retirement benefit. That is all done by SSA’s national computer network -- a system that is notoriously accurate when it comes to figuring out how much a person is due from Social Security. Q: I just learned that my ex-husband has died. He was getting Social Security checks and they were much higher than the pittance I get from my own Social Security retirement. We were married more than 10 years. Neither of us ever remarried. I think I might be due divorced widow’s benefits. But here is the problem: I have no record of his Social Security number. A neighbor lady told me that without that number, I could never claim benefits on his record. I’ve looked through all the files that I have and can’t find anything. Now I’m frantic. Is what my neighbor told me true? A: Don’t listen to neighbors about Social Security matters! Or rather, to be fair to her, she is right that you need his Social Security number to claim benefits on his record. But the people at the Social Security Administration will be able to get that number for you. So stop searching and worrying. Q: My ex-husband recently died. He was only 45 years old. His two children, ages 14 and 12, have lived with me since the divorce. I understand they are now eligible for survivor benefits. But I do not have my ex’s Social Security number. How can I possibly file for benefits on his account? A: Your situation is slightly different than the woman who asked the prior question. In her case, her husband was getting retirement benefits, so the Social

Security people have ready access to his records and his number via their beneficiary database. But your husband was young and still working, so his Social Security number is not so readily available. But your local Social Security office will still be able to help you find it. To do so, they will need just a few bits of information I’m sure you

have: his name, his date and place of birth and his parents’ names. Usually with that information, they can find the Social Security number. If you have a Social Security question, Tom Margenau has the answer. Contact him at thomas.margenau@comcast.net. COPYRIGHT 2018 CREATORS.COM

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Day 5 of Cycle the Erie BikeTour Offers Deep Dive into The Erie Canal: ‘Mother of Cities’, Empire Builder, Wonder of the World C ontinued from page D3 visitors who wanted to travel on the Erie Canal on packet boats. Before the Erie Canal, “New York City was an insignificant port city, dwarfed by Boston and Philadelphia, and became a great city, as a result of this engineering.” What I come away with: It wasn’t

that people were different in 1817 when construction of the Erie Canal began, that they had more guts, gumption, daring, pioneering spirit. If anything, what this journey back in time shows is that people are exactly the same Governor DeWitt Clinton was mocked for the project, which was called See page D6

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Day 5 of Cycle the Erie BikeTour Offers Deep Dive into The Erie Canal: ‘Mother of Cities’, Empire Builder, Wonder of the World C ontinued from page D5

“Clinton’s Folly” and “Clinton’s Ditch”; President James Madison refused to give federal funding, questioning the role of the federal government. “Farmers didn’t want to give right of way,” Ward tells me, “they didn’t envision a global economy. It turned out to be great for them. They went from local subsistence economy to global. When the Erie Canal was built, it was the wave of future.” So many morals to be drawn to today. You can easily spend two to three hours at the Erie Canal Museum, which I happily do, even with 50 more miles to travel today. (Erie Canal Museum, 318 Erie Boulevard East, Syracuse, NY 13202, 315.471.0593, eriecanalmuseum.org.) Chittenango to Canastota My deep dive into the Erie Canal’s history continues on this day’s ride. I am fairly amazed to find some of the cyclists (there are 750 of us on the Cycle the Erie ride) still at the morning rest stop when I arrive at Chittenango Landing Boat Museum, which, through preservation, reproduction, construction, and interpretation of the Chittenango Landing industrial complex, instructs about the construction and repair of canal boats and the social history of the Erie Canal era. There are people in period dress and it looks like a historic village. Here, I get to poke inside a re-creation of a canalboat, and see where the mules would have been housed on the boat

with the family. (7010 Lakeport Rd, Chittenango, NY 13037, 315-687-3801, clcbm.org/) Chittenango is also the birthplace of L. Frank Blum who wrote “Wizard of Oz” (his mother-in-law, Melinda Gates, was the mother of the Women’s Rights movement), and I am told the village has a yellow-brick road. Once again, I am determined not to miss the things that I missed on my first Cycle the Erie ride two years before. I ride up the main street looking for evidence of Frank Blum – I find the yellow brick sidewalk, but before I can get to the All Things Oz Museum, which has family photos, early posters from musicals and movies before the 1939 MGM film, collectibles, it starts to rain. (Open year-round or by appointment, 219 Genesee St., Chittenango, NY 13037, 315-687-7772, allthingsoz.org). And rain. And rain. It is a drenching rain by the time I get to Canastota, where I remember there is a delightful Canal Town Museum which I visited on my first Cycle the Erie ride. Inside, I find other Erie Canal cyclists huddled together in the back, happily watching a video while they get warm. Housed in a former bakery and residence dating from 1873, Canastota Canal Town Museum is a major surprise. From the outside, you wouldn’t think much at all of the tiny frame structure, but once inside, it’s like a Harry Potter experience - the rooms are chockablock full of fascinating artifacts and portraits that make the inside seem enormous. It is a surprisingly fine museum, which adds pieces of understanding to the historic

Getting a tour inside the packet boat in the Syracuse Canal Museum © Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com

puzzle of the Erie Canal and the rise of the United States. Here the focus is on people - including important people who contributed to building the canal, like Nathan Roberts (a Canastota native who devised the ingenious “Flight of Five” Locks in Lockport which we saw on our first day of the ride); there is a portrait of him by an important 19th century artist, Frederick R. Spencer, and portraits of others who owned the very existence of their town to the canal. In addition to the ingenious engineering of Nathan Roberts’ lock system, I realize an amazing array of inventions came out of this tiny village: it was the birthplace of the American Microscope Industry and early movie and projection film industry. I spot a photo on the wall referring to a action-adventure-comedy, “The Great Race” (1965), and only in that moment realize the movie was based on an actual event: the 1908 automobile race from New York to Paris, by way of Albany, Chicago, San Francisco, Seattle, Valdez Alaska, Japan, Vladivostok, Omsk, Moscow, St. Petersburg, Berlin and finally Paris. I learn that it was only made possible because of an innovation by Weed Chains of Canastota that enabled a car to drive across frozen Siberia. The 1908 Race was won by George Schuster Sr. of Buffalo, NY who drove an American Thomas Flyer. There is even a connection between Amelia Earhart and Canastota’s Airport opening in 1928. I am dazzled and warmed. (Canastota Canal Town Museum, 122 Canal St., Canastota, NY 13032, 315-6975002, www.canastota-canal.com) Of the 50 miles between Syracuse and Rome that we ride today, 36 miles

are in the Old Erie Canal New York State Park - rural, quaint, with wildlife, five aqueducts, and very flat. This is where the Erie Canal building began, in the “Long Level”. And just outside of our destination for today’s ride, Fort Stanwix in the center of Rome, we come to the historic marker where the very first shovel to dig the canal went into the ground on July 4, 1817. It is pouring rain and I am trying to slog through. Mercifully, just as I ride into Rome, the rain stops, and I am able to set up my tent right outside Fort Stanwix, take a shower at the shower truck, change into dry clothes, and rush over to the Fort where they have arranged for guided tours (by costumed rangers) until 9 pm. I am literally the last one out of the Fort at closing. I walk a couple of blocks to a pizza shop for dinner (this is one of two nights that we are on our own for dinner). The National Park Rangers keep the Visitor Center open for us all night long, and I love to really linger over the exhibits. The 20th Annual Cycle the Erie Canal ride is scheduled July 8 – 15, 2018 (www.ptny.org/canaltour). In the meantime, you can cycle the trail on your own - detailed info and interactive map is at the ptny.org site (www.ptny. org/bikecanal), including suggested lodgings. For more information on Cycle the Erie Canal, contact Parks & Trails New York at 518-434-1583 or visit www. ptny.org. The entire Erie Canal corridor has been designated the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor, Waterford, NY 12188, 518-237-7000, www. eriecanalway.org.

Motion picture cameras on view at Canastota Canal Town Museum; Canastota was home to early movie and projection film industry © Karen Rubin/ goingplacesfarandnear.com

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Friday, June 22, 2018

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16 Ways to Chop Your Food Bill BY MARY HUNT

Need a foolproof way to cut your food/grocery expenses by 25 percent this month? Announce to your family that there will be a complete ban on the consumption of food during the first week of every month. There. That should do it! Twenty-five percent right off the top. What?! Don’t think you can pull that off? Me either, but not to worry. Here are some less painful -- and, I hope, more realistic -- ways to chop the high cost of food. Create your shopping list at home when you are hungry. You will be more creative and thorough. But never shop when hungry. You will be compelled to buy everything in sight regardless of what’s on your list. Leave the kids at home. You will stick to your shopping list with much less frustration and stress if you fly solo. Don’t shop at convenience or specialty stores. You won’t find many bargains there. Groceries online. Online grocery shopping is the latest and greatest for many (me!). It keeps me out of the supermarket, where even with a list, I’m an impulsive disaster just waiting to happen. I shop at King Soopers (part of the Kroger Family of stores) and pay a flat fee of $4.95 per order for its ClickList service. Online grocery orders with free same-day store pickup are now available at hundreds of Walmart stores nationwide. Walmart does not charge a pickup fee but has a minimum order requirement of $30. Stretch fruit juice. Make a 50-50 mix of generic brand club soda or seltzer. If the juice is concentrated, always add 1 can of water more than instructions state. You will be pleasantly surprised when you detect little difference, if any. Drink water. Your doctor will love you, and so will your food bill. Keep a pitcher of chilled water in the fridge. Rave about its wonderful qualities to

your young children. They’ll think it’s a treat if you are convincing enough. Eliminate choices at meals. Stick to your plan and let your family know that from now on there will be only two choices: take it or leave it. Learn to make homemade snacks. Popcorn is easy to make and usually inexpensive if you buy the kernels and pop it yourself from scratch. Buy in bulk. This will cut down your trips to the grocery store and often save as much as 50 percent of the unit cost. Reorganize your kitchen and pantry. Find places outside of the kitchen to store dry and canned goods. Repackage large amounts into small quantities. Consider generic and store brands. Some generic items are awful, and others are exactly the same product as the name brand. Do some experimenting, especially if your store offers satisfaction guaranteed! If you don’t like it, get a refund or exchange it. Shop the perimeter of the supermarket. This is where you will typically find the produce, meat and dairy. The center aisles are the prepackaged and processed high-priced items, a.k.a. the danger zone. Keep a price book. Start keeping a notebook that lists the prices of regularly purchased items at various stores. Keep it with you so that as you see specials or ads you’ll be able to determine whether they are really a bargain or not. Shop midweek. According to studies, on Wednesdays, most supermarkets reduce prices on food that is about to expire. This is also the day that the majority of stores start their new sales. Shop the sales. Check grocery ads for specials, and then base your week’s meals on what is on sale. The closer you can stick to buying only what’s on sale, the more you’ll cut your costs. Weigh all produce, even if it is priced per item. You won’t believe the difference in weight of the prebagged carrots, for instance. Even with a weight printed

on the bag, the real weight may be quite different (and it can be, provided it is not less than printed). Heads of lettuce priced individually can differ in weight by as much as half a pound. Mary invites questions, comments and tips at mary@everydaycheapskate. com, or c/o Everyday Cheapskate, 12340 Seal Beach Blvd., Suite B-416, Seal

Beach, CA 90740. This column will answer questions of general interest, but letters cannot be answered individually. Mary Hunt is the founder of www.DebtProofLiving.com, a personal finance member website and the author of “DebtProof Living,” released in 2014. . COPYRIGHT 2018 CREATORS.COM

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AUTOMOTIVE AUTO SERVICES CAR DETAILING done at your home, includes cleaning of interior, vacuuming. Very reasonable. Please call 516-373-5928

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PET SERVICES A GARDEN CITY ANIMAL LOVER doesn’t want to leave your precious pooch or fantastic feline alone all day. I’m reliable, dependable and will walk and feed your pet while you work or travel. Please call Cheryl at 516-971-3242

$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ DONATE YOUR CAR to Wheels For Wishes, benefitting Make-a-Wish. We offer free towing and your donation is 100% tax deductible. Call 631-317-2014 Today!

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REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

CONDO/CO-OP FOR SALE

OPEN HOUSE

GARDEN CITY Large One Bedroom Condo in the heart of downtown Garden City. This 800 sq ft Condo boasts newly finished Hardwood Floors, Dining Room, brand new Bathroom & Kitchen with d/w. Low maintenance & taxes. By owner — n o broker. $569,000 Call: 646-499-1684

JAMESPORT Sunday June 24 1:00 pm—3:00 pm 92 Vista Ct 2 Story Expanded Cape on 1/2 acre. 4 BRs, 2.5 Baths, LR/Fireplace, EIK, Dining Area, Unfinished Bonus Room, Full Basement w/Outside Entrance, 2 Car Garage, New Roof. All This & Close to the Beach! $525,000 Colony Realty, Dolores Peterson 631-413-7572

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LAUREL Sunday 6/24 1:00pm to 3:00pm 2780 Peconic Bay Blvd 2 STORY W/ BAY VIEWS 200’ to Deeded Sandy Bay Beach. 4 BRs, 3.5 Baths. LR/Fireplace, Family Room/Fireplace, FDR & Kitchen. Full Basement, 2 Car Garage, HW Floors & CAC. New Roof, Heat, Hot Water Heater & Newly Painted Exterior. $899,000 Colony Realty, Carll Austin 516-658-2623

ABUTS STATE LAND — 75 acres $159,900. Woods, views, pond, great hunting area. 100% buildable. Terms avail with a min of 20% down. Call 888-9058847 ATTN: HUNTERS 85 acres $129,900. Prime whitetail area. Hardwoods & evergreens. Walk to State land. G’teed buildable. Owner fin avail with min of 20% down. Call 888-479-3394

OPEN HOUSE CATHEDRAL GARDENS TUDOR Saturday, June 23 1:00pm to 3:00pm 61 Stevens Ave Hempstead West Hempstead School District Well maintained 3 BR, 1.5 Bath updated, LR/fireplace, FDR, EIK, Screened in Porch, Attic w/4th BR /O ffice plus storage, newly landscaped w/IGS. $599,000 For Sale By Owner 516-538-1423 JAMESPORT Sunday June 24 11:00 am—1:00 pm 703 Herricks Lane Stunning 3500sf Victorian. Private landscaped setting on 1 acre. 4 BRs & 3.5 Baths. 2 Master Bedroom Suites. Large EIK, Formal LR, Formal DR, Family Room/fireplace. Geothermal Heat, Central Air and Solar panels. Finished Basement. 3 Car Garage. Must See! $949,000. Colony Realty, Carll Austin 516-658-2623

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ORIENT VILLAGE Saturday, June 23 10am—2pm 385 Oyster Ponds Lane 4 BR, 1.5 Bath, LR w/Fireplace, DR, Large Kitchen, Oversized 2 Car Garage w/Bonus Space and 2nd Story. For Sale By Owner $995,000. Contact: 401-932-0668

OUT OF TOWN REAL ESTATE JAMESPORT: COUNTRY RANCH with Deeded Private Beach. Very short distance to the Sound. Great year round or vacation home. 3+BRs, 1.5 Baths, LR/Fireplace, Kitchen, Dining Area, Porch, Deck, Outside Shower & Shed. Reduced! $499,000 Colony Realty, Carll Austin 516-658-2623

SERVICES DISH TV $59.99 for 190 Channels + $14.95 high speed internet. Free installation, smart hd dvr included, free voice remote. Some restrictions apply. Call 1-800-943-0838

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Call 294.8900 SERVICES Expert Bathroom & Kitchens: Repairs and new installations, mold removal, shower pan leak experts, tile repair, sheetrock, plastering, painting, floors repairs and refinished, grouting, install tankless hot water heaters. Office: 516-933-6508 or cell: 516-263-6774 Guaranteed Life Insurance! (Ages 50 to 80). No medical exam. Affordable premiums never increase. Benefits never decrease. Policy will only be cancelled for non payment. 855-686-5879

HOME IMPROVEMENTS AMBIANCE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES *Handyman & Remodeling *Kitchen Installations *Furniture Assembly *Finish Carpentry *Minor Electrical & Plumbing 25year GC Resident Lic & Ins H18E2170000 Call BOB 516-741-2154 BATHROOM RENOVATIONS EASY, ONE DAY updates! We specialize in safe bathing. Grab bars, no slip flooring & seated showers. Call for a free in home consultation: 888-657-9488

LAMPS FIXED $65 In home service. Handy Howard. 646-996-7628 MASONRY All types of stonework Pavers, Retaining Walls, Belgium Block Patios, Foundations, Seal coating, Concrete and Asphalt driveways, Sidewalks, Steps. Free Estimates Fully Licensed & Insured #H2219010000 Boceski Masonry Louie 516-850-4886 ROOF LEAKS REPAIRED All types Roofing & flashing repairs, aluminum trim work and Gutter Clean Outs. Nassau Lic# H1859520000. B.C. Roofing & Siding, Inc. Text or call: 516-983-0860 SKY CLEAR WINDOW INC. Window Restorations, Outdated Hardware, skylights, Andersen Sashes, new storm windows, wood windows, chain / rope repairs, falling windows, fogged panes, mechanical repairs, wood repairs, restorations, all brands. Call Mr. Fagan, 45 years experience. 631-385-7975 www.skyclearwindow.com rob@skyclearwindow.com

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INTERIOR & EXTERIOR PAINTING Plastering, Taping, Sheetrock Skim Cutting, Old Wood Refinish, Staining, Wallpaper Removal & Hanging, Paint Removal, Power Washing, Wood Replacement JOHN MIGLIACCIO Licensed & Insured #80422100000 Call John anytime: 516-901-9398 (Cell) 516-483-3669 (Office) JV PAINT HANDYMAN SERVICES Interior-Exterior Specialist Painting, Wallpapering, Plastering, Spackling, Staining, Power Washing. Nassau Lic#H3814310000 fully Insured Call John 516-741-5378

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

TUTORING MATH, SAT, ACT TUTOR: Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2 plus Trig, Pre-Calc, AP Calculus. Norm 625-3314 ENGLISH, ACT, SAT TUTOR: 25+ year experience Critical Reading, Writing, Grammar, Essays. Lynne 625-3314

SAT/ACT PRIVATE TUTOR Recent Top 3 University graduate National Merit Award scholarship winner and ACT MICHELANGELO (36) has the strategies to get PAINTING & WALLPAPER your child over the last hurdle Interior, Exterior, Plaster / for the September exam! Spackle, Light Carpentry, Call or text Genny 516-469-6790 Decorative Moldings & Power Reasonable rates! Washing. INSTRUCTION Call: 516-328-7499

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PIANO LESSONS By Ira Baslow. Experience the joy of playing the piano. Private lessons in your home, free no-obligation piano lesson, all levels, all styles, all ages. Beginners a specialty. 516-312-1054 www.iwantmypianolessons. com

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STRONG ARM CLEANING: Residential and commercial cleaning specialist, post construction clean ups, shipping and waxing floors, move ins and move outs. Free estimates. Bonded and insured. 516-5381125 www.strongarmcleaningny.com

Honest, Reliable, Hardworking, Experienced, Excellent Ref. Reasonable Rates

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CLEANING AVAILABLE EXPERIENCE POLISH HOUSE CLEANER Good references, ability. Very honest, reliable, responsible and hard working. Own transportation. English speaking. Flexible days and hours. Reasonable rates. I will do a good job. Call or text 516-589-5640 HOUSE CLEANING: Excellent service, with great references, reliable, own transportation, English speaking. Call Selma 516-690-3550

SERVICES 1-866-We Junk It: All phases of rubbish removal & demolition. Residential, commercial, construction sites, kitchens, bathrooms, clean-ups, attics, basements, floods, fires. All size dumpsters. Same day service. Fully insured. Bob Cat Service. www.1866wejunkit.com 516-5411557

RELIABLE, high quality service with great references. Please call Mirian at 516-6426624

A & J MOVING & STORAGE: Established 1971. Long Island and New York State specialists. Residential, Commercial, Piano & Organ experts. Boxes available. Free estimates. www. ajmoving.com 516-741-2657 114 Jericho Tpk, Mineola NYDOT# 10405

SPRING INTO ACTION LET US CLEAN YOUR HOUSE WINDOWS GARDEN CITY WINDOW CLEANING Home Window Cleaning Service by Owner Free Estimates Inside & Out Fully Insured 25 Years Experience 631-220-1851 516-764-5686

COLLEGE ARTS ADMISSIONS: College Counseling in the Visual and Performing Arts. Dance, Musical Theatre & Drama. Film, Instrumental & Vocal Music. Audio Recording & Production. Theatre Technology & Production. Visual & Graphic Arts. Resume, Essays, Repertoire Lists. Michele Zimmerman. 516-353-6255 CollegeArtsAdmissions@gmail.com www.CollegeArtsAdmissions. com

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SERVICES COMPLETE JUNK REMOVAL/DEMOLITION SERVICE: Strong Arm Contracting Inc. We haul anything and everything. Entire contents of home or office. We clean it up and take it away. Residential/Commercial. Bonded/Insured. Free estimates. 516-538-1125 OLD VILLAGE TREE SERVICE: Owner operated since 1989. 24 hour emergency service. Licensed/insured. Free estimates, member LI Arborist Assoc. Please call 516-466-9220

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Join the Last Hope cat rescue and adoption team!

Volunteer orientations are held at our Wantagh adoption center the second Sunday of each month at 3:00 PM.

Reservations not needed, but please fill out and fax a volunteer application in advance to 516-765-9181. You can download the application from our website: http:// lasthopeanimalrescue.org. Click on “How to Help”, then “Become a Volunteer!”. Our adoption center is located at 3300 Beltagh Avenue in Wantagh. We look forward to having you on our team.

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We are looking for articles on local topics, opinions, ideas, nice places to visit on Long Island, and even fiction. In our Discover magazine section, we will try to feature one new article and writer each week. Each writer will be reimbursed a stipend of $25.00, and articles should be between 1,500 and 3,000 words. If you want to be published and be part of an issue of Discovery, you may submit your article to: editor@gcnews.com

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Last Hope Part of the Chewy.com Rescue Program

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

SHOPPING FOR SUPPORT

Clipping pet item coupons for Last Hope is a great and easy way to give your support. Every coupon we receive helps to defray our costs, particularly for dog and cat food. They can either be dropped off at our adoption center at 3300 Beltagh Avenue in Wantagh, or mailed to Last Hope, PO Box 7025, Wantagh 11793. Please share our need with your friends and family. Thank you! Visit http://lasthopeanimalrescue.org to read about Last Hope’s programs and to see the fabulous array of fantastic felines eagerly awaiting adoption into their forever homes!

Kitten/Cat New Volunteer Orientation Schedule-Next on Wednesday, July 11th Volunteers for our cat program are always greatly needed. There are openings on shifts for weekdays and weekends that accommodate any schedule. Please attend our next kitten/cat volunteer orientation being held Wednesday, July 11th at 7:00 PM. All orientations are held at our adoption center located at 3300 Beltagh Avenue in Wantagh. Learn more about our cat program, tour the adoption center and find out how rewarding the volunteer experience can be. Volunteer orientations are typically held the second Sunday of each month with exceptions for holidays. The next orientation dates are:

Sunday, August 12th,, 3PM Sunday, September 9th, 3PM Schedules may change due to holidays so check our website for updates. Reservations are not needed, but if possible, please fill out and email back a completed volunteer application in advance to volunteer@lasthopeanimalrescue.org or fax to 631-760-5534. You can download it here. Mention if you’re planning to attend the orientation. We look forward to having you on our team!

MOVING SERVICE

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CARPENTRY

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New Doors New Windows New Moldings Free Estimates

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CycleBar Garden City “Charity Ride” a success! Physical Therapy Options and CycleBar Garden City teamed up for a “Charity Ride” on June 6th. This joint community fundraiser was developed to support Good Shepherd Hospice’s new inpatient facility opening this fall at Mercy Medical Center. The evening was a resounding success thanks in no small part to CycleBar Garden City and all of the wonderful cyclers who came out for

this worthy cause. Special thanks to Lee and Gabby at CycleBar Garden City for their support. Gabby’s class was inspiring. In her words, “We are all on this earth for a short time. It’s not the materialistic things that are important, but being kind, helping your neighbors, and doing good in the world.” Perfect sentiment for this fundraiser.

Gabby with all of the amazing cyclers!

Ryan and his sister who volunteered and helped out!

Brendan and Cole of the Goonies Hockey team supporting Good Shepherd Hospice!

Sacred Heart Academy girls in the house! Helping out Good Shepherd Hospice! Call us at 294-8900 to place an ad in our classifieds. We’ll help you be seen by thousands of local readers!

Attention students!

Graduated from school? Have an outstanding GPA? Made the honor roll or the Dean’s List? Scored an internship or a study abroad opportunity? We invite you to send details of any of these things and more, along with your name and contact info, to editor@gcnews.com for a chance to be seen in our paper!

The clock struck 6pm last Friday night on 7th Street, and all of the dudes & dudettes donned their best denim and neon duds for the Back to the 80’s Promenade hosted by the Village of Garden City and the Garden City Chamber of Commerce. The weather

was rad and the White Wedding Band had everyone dancing to their tubular tunes long into the night. Don’t forget to join us tonight on Friday, June 22nd from 6pm to 10pm for a wee bit o’ fun at the St. Patrick’s Day Promenade!

A posse of friends keeping things fresh

Happy young dancers

Chamber Director John Wilton with Promenade helper Erin Pasqual making sure the night runs smoothly

Great Scott! Look at all those free 80’s themed giveaways.

Another impressive crowd enjoying the festivities

Kids having a bodacious time dancing in the streets

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Back to the 80’s Friday Night Promenade

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A blessing for horses and jockeys at Belmont Stakes event

Belmont Stakes jockeys all attended the event Top trainers and jockeys were present at Charitable Impact Group’s Belmont Stakes handicapping event at Cherry Valley Country Club, just three days before the 2018 Belmont Stakes. The event benefits Thoroughbred Charities of America, which finds new homes, rehabilitation, and retraining for racehorses, as well as the Permanently Disabled Jockeys Fund, which supports 60 former jockeys who have suffered permanent injuries on the racetrack. The Very Rev. Michael Sniffen, Dean of the Cathedral of the Incarnation in Garden City, was asked to bless the horses and riders as they prepared for the event. “The Cathedral has been the center of Garden City life and a House of Prayer for Long Island since 1885,” Dean Sniffen began. “That’s two decades before the racetrack opened in Belmont Park in 1905. As far as I know, this is the first time in our shared 133 years of

tradition that the Dean of the Cathedral has been asked to offer a blessing before the Stakes. It seems like a wonderful idea to me! Why didn’t someone think of it sooner? “As I thought about offering a blessing upon horses, jockeys, trainers, owners, and all others involved in this exhilarating, storied, and dangerous sport, it occurred to me just how frequently horses and riders are mentioned in scripture. Literally dozens of times. The prophet Jeremiah says, ‘Behold, God goes up like clouds…His chariots like the whirlwind; His horses are swifter than eagles.’ So, calling down God’s blessing tonight upon our sporting endeavors is most fitting.” The event included live and silent auctions, live music by Harper’s Ferry, and food and drinks. Jockey Mike Smith, who went on to win the Triple Crown that Saturday in Belmont, was also present,.

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Doug Sheer with one of his donated historic photos.

Photo by Suzie Alvey

Doug Sheer, former Social Studies Chairman at Garden City High School and current Garden City community relations coordinator, has been kind enough to donate a number of historic images to the Garden City Village Archives. The eleven photos depict the young uniformed students of St. Paul’s School in the 1800s. Bill Bellmer, village historian, and Suzie Alvey, assistant village historian, wish to thank Mr. Sheer, knowing that these donations will add to the overall knowledge

Photo of St. Paul’s students- 1800s. of Garden City’s unique heritage. The Village Archives and The Garden City Historical Society need the following Garden City-related items: photos (including family ones that have homes or local structures in the background), postcards, pamphlets, advertising, info on an organi-

zation or club, books (especially school yearbooks or books by Garden City authors), maps, local phone books from any year, newspapers such as the GC News, GC Life, GC Leader from before 2000, small banners, and other such items. After cataloging, they will be available in the Garden City Village

Archives or The Garden City Historical Society Archives for study. If you have anything you would like to donate (or of which a photo can be taken), please send an email to historian@gardencityny.net for the Village Archives or thegardencityhistoricalsociety@verizon.net for The Historical Society.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Email: Editor@GCNews.com From page 2 and getting change back. At the end of the day, increasing the newsstand price, shrinking content, reduction in actual newsprint size, or favorable government subsidies will not be the determining factor for the survival of the New York Daily News, New York Post, New York Times, Newsday, or other daily newspapers. We live in one of the few remaining free societies, with a wealth of information sources available for any citizen to access. However, sadly, most American cities and suburbs are down to one local daily or weekly newspaper. Most papers have to deal with continued increasing costs for news print, delivery, and distribution along with reduced advertising revenues and declining readership. They may face competitors in the surrounding suburbs, along with national editions of USA Today, Wall Street Journal, New York Times, and Epoch Times. In our Metropolitan New York Region, there are also all news radio

stations such as WCBS, 1010 WINS, Bloomberg News and 101.9FM News along with other radio stations. ABC, CBS, NBC, and PBS have national network news, as do local affiliates along with local independent news broadcasts such as FOX 5, MY 9, and PIX 11, cable news stations such as News One (in NYC), CNBC, CNN, FOX, BBC, along with News Twelve and 10/55 (in Nassau/Suffolk counties). Many get late breaking news from the Internet. This is stale when reaching print the next day. The growing population of new immigrants support their own newspapers, radio and television stations. These financial challenges on maintaining the bottom line have also resulted in less resources being devoted to investigative reporting and a greater reliance on wire service stories. As a result, original newspaper content continues to shrink. This puts even more pressure on the remaining reporters assigned to various departments. There is intense competition between international, state, business, sports, entertain-

ment, and other sections of newspapers. It is becoming more difficult to provide real detailed coverage of local news. Prior to the NYC 1962 newspaper strike, there were actually twelve daily newspapers published in the Big Apple. The strike resulted in the closing or consolidation of several newspapers including the New York Journal American, New York World Telegram & Sun, New York Mirror, and New York Herald Tribune. Later both the Long Island Star Journal and Long Island Press and Suffolk Sun ended publication. Today, residents can select from the Times, Daily News, Post, Newsday, USA Today, Wall Street Journal, Staten Island Advance, along with freebies such as AM New York and Metro New York. There has also been major growth in weekly papers such as Dan’s Papers and dozens of others based in neighborhoods all around the five boroughs of NYC and Long Island. Neighborhood weekly newspapers like our very own Garden City News and other Litmor Publications provide real coverage of

local community news stories usually overlooked by other media. The Sunday New York Times consolidation of their former “City Section” into a “Metropolitan Section” combining the City with Long Island resulted in even less coverage of news from Long Island. Newsday, The Times, Daily News, and Post with limited space can only provide a minimal amount of news stories based in various Nassau County neighborhoods. There are still many like myself and others who have a continued thirst for news provided by either daily or weekly newspapers covering Washington, Albany, New York City, and Nassau County. In the marketplace of ideas, let us hope there continues to be room for everyone, including the New York Daily News and our own Garden City News regardless of the price. Larry Penner

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Friday, June 22, 2018 The Garden City News

INNcarnation Brunch a sunny success On June 10th, the Cathedral of the Incarnation hosted a brunch to raise money for The Interfaith Nutrition Network (The INN) in the beautiful outdoor courtyard at the Mercer School of Theology. The event, sponsored by Walk Street, raised $3,500 for The INN and treated over sixty guests to great music and delicious food. Bulgarianborn pianist Veselin Ninov played the grand piano as guests enjoyed pancakes, eggs, bacon, pastries, fruit, and more from Walk Street. Seating was split between the garden courtyard and the gallery, which exhibited prints from The Saint John’s Bible. Jean Kelly, the executive director

of The INN, and the Very Rev. Michael Sniffen, Dean of the Cathedral, spoke about the “INNcarnation” ministry and its mission to raise money, awareness, and service to The INN. The INN serves the hungry and homeless of Long Island. Dean Sniffen gave a special thanks for the generosity of Walk Street owner Bob Kloepfer, who provided all of the food for the event. This was the second INNcarnation event sponsored by Walk Street. The first, a brunch in November, raised nearly $6,000 for The INN. For more information on INNcarnation events, visit www.incarnationgc.org/serve/community

Dean Sniffen with Jean Kelly

Jean Kelly, executive director of The INN, with Bob Kloepfer, owner of Walk Street

Jean Kelly addressing the crowd

Deacon Denise Galloway (right) with guests in the Mercer Gallery

Guests in the Mercer Courtyard

Dean Sniffen with guests in the Mercer Gallery

Jeanne Provenzano, wife of Bishop Provenzano, with Jean Kelly and guests

Erin Elizabeth Pfail of Garden City was among more than 890 bachelor’s and associate degree recipients at the University of Scranton undergraduate commencement on May 27th at the Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza in Wilkes-Barre, PA. Erin was a graduate of Sacred Heart Academy and the Garden City Schools in 2014. Erin earned a Bachelor of Science in nursing degree. n

Hofstra University is proud to announce the Spring 2018 Provost’s List, which recognizes students who have earned a perfect 4.0 grade point average. The local students named to the Provost’s List include: Maura Collins of Stewart Manor Nicholas Gardyn of Garden City Simone Sanvito of Garden City Alexander Tateosian of Garden City n

Curry College is proud to announce that Christopher Steiner of Garden City has been named to the Dean’s List for the Spring 2018 semester. To qualify for the Dean’s List, students must earn a 3.30 GPA, have no incompletes, and have no grade lower than a “C” for the semester. n

SUNY Canton recognizes Russell W. McManus of Garden City for earning Part Time Honors during the Spring 2018 semester. McManus is a finance major. The college created this award for students who earned at least a 3.25 GPA in 6 to 11 credits of course work. It stands alongside the college’s Dean’s List and President’s List as one of the top awards given for academic success at the college. n

Patrick Mohan of Garden City was among the record 1,510 undergraduates who received degrees from the University of Dayton during the spring commencement ceremony on Sunday, May 6th, in University of Dayton Arena. n

Michael McGuire of Garden City was among 66 Western New England University student-athletes honored on Monday, June 11th as the Commonwealth Coast Conference (CCC) announced its Spring Academic All-Conference Team. In order to be recognized as a member of the Spring Academic All-Conference Team a student-athlete must have a cumulative grade point average (GPA)

of at least 3.3 (on a 4.0 scale) and must have also attained sophomore status. McGuire is working toward a degree in business. n

Siena College named Caroline Bonvissuto and Francesca Fealey of Garden City to the Dean’s List for the Spring 2018 semester. To receive a place on the List, students must have a term grade point average of anywhere from 3.5 to 3.89. n

As part of the Class of 2018, Matthew Rogers of Garden City graduated from Elizabethtown College with a bachelor’s degree in business administration - finance on Saturday, May 19th. n

Samantha Jaeger has been named to the Siena College President’s List for the Spring 2018 semester. Jaeger is from Garden City. The President’s List requires a 3.9 grade point average or higher. n

The State University of New York at Geneseo has announced its Dean’s List for the spring semester 2018. To be on the list, a student must have achieved at least a 3.5 grade point average while taking a minimum of 12 credit hours. The following Garden City students were among those honored: Nicole Horn, Madeline McCabe, and Mary Peirce. n

Members of the Class of 2018 received their diplomas May 20th at Colgate University’s 197th Commencement. Katherine Malhame majored in economics and graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree. Malhame is a graduate of Garden City High School. Haley O’Hanlon majored in sociology and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree. O’Hanlon is a graduate of

Congratulations to all the seniors on their upcoming graduation!

Now can be accessed thru www. gctma.org. Note: this is the new web site we have been working towards which is much more friendlier domain name. Check it out! Sign up to be a Director, have the ability to pay dues, make a donation to one of our many causes, etc. Take a look. We welcome all feedback!

Emily Sauchelli of Garden City was among three students from Hofstra University’s Lawrence Herbert School of Communication to win national Gracie Awards for excellence in news programming for their work on campus radio station WRHU-88.7 FM. The prestigious honor, given annually by the Alliance for Women in Media Foundation, recognizes work by, for, or about women in television, radio, and online media on the national,

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Bucknell University presented degrees to 1,090 graduates at Commencement on May 20th. Among the graduates were Sarah Galzerano and Christiana Fahey of Garden City. n

Garden City resident Kelsey Lynn Whitney has been named to the Dean’s List at James Madison University for the Spring 2018 semester. Students who earn Dean’s List honors must carry at least 12 graded credit hours and earn a GPA of between 3.5 and 3.899. Whitney is majoring in accounting. n

Joseph Losecar of Garden City graduated from the University of San Diego on May 27th. Losecar earned a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering and graduated magna cum laude. He completed the requirements for graduation in January of this year.

The Men’s Association News

Hofstra University congratulates the following Garden City students named to the Spring 2018 Dean’s List for their outstanding academic achievement. Local students named to the Dean’s List include: Dana Aprigliano, Nina Bangalore, Daniel Bonchonsky, John Connors, Dana Fazio, Casey Grippo, Michael LeMonda, Sean McElgun, Demetra Menoudakos, Kyle Ritchie, Sophia Rosado,Timothy Whitfield, and Stephanie Zaferiou. Students must earn a grade point average of at least 3.5 during the semester to make the Dean’s List. Breanne Naegele of Garden City was named to the Dean’s List at Cabrini University for the Spring 2018 semester: Dean’s List recipients have achieved a GPA of 3.5-3.89 for coursework completed at Cabrini University with a minimum of 12 credits.

Garden City High School.

Next Meeting

Attention all Directors! The next meeting will be held in late August. Location will be Doc O’Grady’s. Watch for an e-mail to be sent by the President for the agenda. Please make every effort to attend. Your voice needs to be heard!

Father/Daughter, Mother/Son Dances

Many thanks to all the Directors who volunteered their time to make both dances very successful events!

TMA Website

Facebook Page

Yes, we have reached the modern times! Another venue to find out about the TMA and all we do!

Who We Are

For over 80 years, The Men’s Association or simply the TMA has supported the athletic and social activities of students in the Garden City schools and promoted good sportsmanship as well as ideal citizenship. The TMA is composed of more than 100 active Directors, 50 Life Directors and 500 Family members. With the generous support of our fellow residents, the Men’s Association has been involved in a great number of projects covering a wide range of interests. While we are still primarily committed to the athletic programs at the Middle School and

High School, in recent years the TMA has expanded their support and sponsorship to other programs benefiting a wider range of students in the Garden City Schools. Some of these programs are SEPTA, the Jamie and Paige Malone Foundation, Best Buddies, the GC High School Marching Band, BAA/GAA Awards Night, Middle School Bagel Bash, Reeves Scholarship, Bethany LeSueur Jersey Retirement Ceremony, GCHS Stem Program, CPR training for all coaches, HUDL, Robotics, 9th grade BBQ, Kickline, GCTA Hurricane Relief Fundraiser, and the Father-Daughter and Mother-Son dances. All of this would not be possible without your continued assistance on aiding all we do. Thanks to all who contribute!

How You Can Join

The TMA is always looking for potential new members. If you’re a father who has a child or children in the GC school district and are willing to be involved, please contact one of the Officers or Directors for an application. Thanks for all your support! Special thanks to all those who have joined as family members! Go Trojans!

Important

Any Directors who want to pay their annual dues, please mail your $100 check to the Treasurer!

TMA Officers

Jim Connolly---President Bob Leggett---Treasurer John Blair Pete Haeffner Rob McLoughlin Rob Capello Pat McElroy Luke Lynch Bob Basel

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College Notes

local, and student level. Honorees will receive their awards at a luncheon on Wednesday, June 27th, 2018 at Cipriani in New York City.

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VILLAGE SPORTS 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 cannot be used as babysitting. When: Monday through Friday beginning Monday, June 25th and ending Friday, August 10th. Where: Nassau Haven, Edgemere, Tullamore, Grove, and Hemlock Parks Time: Beginning 10am 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.

Amusement Park Tickets Available

The Garden City Recreation Department will this year again be offering discount tickets to area amusement parks. Tickets can be purchased at the Recreation Office at 108 Rockaway Avenue. Cash or check will be accepted for payment. These very popular discounted tickets are for: Gate Discounted Price Price Splish Splash Water Park 43.99 $37.00 Splish Splash - under 48 inches 33.99 $30.00 Six Flags Great Adventure And Safari (Jackson, NJ) 85.29 $41.45 Hershey Park – ages 9 – 54 67.80 $53.50 Hershey Park – ages 3 – 8 45.80 $41.50 Dorney Park – 48 inches or over 61.95 $45.00 Mountain Creek – Vernon, NJ 45.99 $35.00 Only cash or check will be accepted for payment.

Summer Camp Registration Begins

Recreation and Parks Summer Camp Brochure is now available online and in our office at 108 Rockaway Avenue. We are offering old favorites as well as new ideas to satisfy your child’s interests this summer. Registration has begun for all programs!

Our brochure has camps for residents from ages 2 (with a parent guardian) through 16! Sports, engineering, science, Legos, art, and filmmaking are just some of the many offerings we have each week! To see our brochure, please visit the Recreation and Parks Office at 108 Rockaway Avenue or download it from our website at www.gardencityrecreation.org.

Reminder for Pool Members!

Don’t forget to add the Mini Golf Option to your membership. For an additional $60 you and the whole family can play mini golf for the entire pool season! That’s quite a bargain as we know many kids will sometimes play 2 or 3 times in a single day. Also you will have the convenience of prepaid unlimited mini golf for the whole family. You can add the Mini Golf Option at any time.

Spring and Summer Registration for US Sports Institute

It’s not too early to start thinking about the summer! Our Recreation programs run by US Sports Institute are now online at www.ussportsinstitute.com. US Sports Institute runs a variety of sports and activity based programs during the spring and summer months for Garden City Recreation and Parks. There is something offered for children ages 2-15 including parent and me classes, soccer, tee ball, multi-sport, golf, lacrosse, field hockey. They are also holding a multisport camp during the Spring Break for ages 5 – 12. So please go to their website to see our many offerings or to register.

Recreation Department Camps for Grades 1-7

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: Week of June 25th - 28th Week of July 30th – August 2nd Where: St. Paul’s Field House Time: 9 -11:30am for children Fee: $ 125 Girls' Field Hockey Middle School Coach Bob Townsend has joined us to offer a field hockey camp for girls entering grades 3 – 7. This camp will teach the fundamentals of field hockey in a fun and relax setting. Girls will need to provide shin guards and a mouth piece and our Recreation Department will provide the sticks. Any girl interested in learning the sport is invited to attend.

When: Week of July 16th – 19th Where: Community Park Turf Field Time: 3 to 5:30pm Boys and Girls Lacrosse Camp For Children entering 1st through 5th grades in September. Here is an opportunity for youngsters who are residents of the Village of Garden City to learn the techniques of catching, throwing, scooping, and shooting through fun drills. They will also learn the rules of the game by scrimmaging. This is a basic camp where no experience is necessary and equipment is provided. When: Week of July 9th - 12th Where: St. Paul’s field Time: 9 – 11:30am Fee: $ 125 Youth Baseball Camp Our Department 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 in 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 16th - 19th Week of July 23rd - 26th Where: Community Park’s Baseball Fields Time: 9 – 11:30am Fee: $ 125 each week Girls' Softball Camp for Grades 3- 7 Our softball camp will teach young aspiring players entering grades 3 through 7 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: Week of July 23rd - 26th Time: 3 – 5:30pm Where: Community Park Softball Fields Cost: $ 125 Yoga for Youngsters The Recreation Department’s certified yoga instructor will offer yoga classes for boys and girls who are residents of the Village of Garden City in grades 1 -7. Children attending this program will learn movements, postures, and breathing techniques which will help with relaxation, self awareness, and fitness. When: Week of August 6th -9th Where: St. Paul’s Center Time: 9 – 10am entering grades 1 - 3 10:15 – 11:30am entering grades 4 - 7 Fee: $ 90 Nature Adventures: Explore the Living Things Around Us Our Recreation Department and the Garden City Bird Sanctuary are joint venturing to offer a program experience “Nature Adventures”. Children ages six to nine invited to spend the morning at the Garden City Bird Sanctuary learning about how they can work hand in hand with nature. This one week, two hour program will meet at Nassau Haven Park and then move into the Sanctuary, with walks, crafts, and take homes for each child involved. When: Week of July 23rd – 26th for ages 6 - 9 Where: Garden City Bird Sanctuary Time: 10am to noon Fee: $ 80

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Pool Hours

Please note that the Pool will have regular hours beginning Tuesday, June 26th. On Mondays, the Pool will be open 12-8pm. On Tuesday through Sunday, the Pool will be open 10am – 9pm. Any questions about the Pool, please call us at 465-4074.

Senior Citizen Day

Senior Citizen Day returns this Monday, June 25th as the Pool opens 10am for senior members and moon for senior resident non-members. Music will be provided by Mike the Entertainer. In addition, the snack bar will have 1/2 price specials on selected items between 11am-noon.

Swim Lesson Update

The Garden City Pool

Still Time to Register!

There is still time to register for a “Summer of Fun” at the Garden City Pool! More than just a standard municipal pool, our facility maintains a club like atmosphere with landscaped grounds, shaded structures and three separate pools, one of which is an interactive play pool for our younger members. Live music, special events, teens and tots story time, parties under the stars, movie nights, senior citizens days, swim lessons and more await members for the 2018 season! The Pool is great place to meet new people or just relax and enjoy. If you have any questions or want a personal tour of the facility please feel free to stop by between the

hours of 11am and 8pm and one of our managers would be happy to show you around the complex. The Garden City Pool’s phone number is 516-483-1714.

Tuesday Movie Night!

We are happy to announce that our first movie of the 2018 NYU Winthrop Hospital Garden City Pool Movie Series will be the Disney classic The Little Mermaid. The movie will take place Tuesday, June 26th at 8:30pm in the Picnic Area. Join us as a mermaid princess makes a Faustian bargain with an unscrupulous sea-witch in order to meet a human prince on land. (Admission is $2 for members and $4 for guests of members)

GC Rams take second place

Congratulations to the 3rd Grade Boys GC RAMS travel lacrosse team for coming in 2nd place at the Long Ireland Tournament that took place at St. Paul’s this past weekend!

If you haven’t signed up for your children’s swim lessons yet, now is the time. We have many openings for different levels of swimmers. Also, because many members have inquired about additional swim lessons for their children, you may now sign up for additional lessons. Lessons are $20 for 8 sessions. The session of swim lessons will take place June 26th. Please stop by the Pool Office to register your children, or call the Pool Office at 465-4074.

Early Bird Swim Club

Members can now sign up for our popular Early Bird Swim Club which takes place 6am – 8am. 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.

Party Under the Stars

Join us for our first of three Party Under the Stars on Saturday, July 1st from 6 - 10pm. Members and guests will enjoy entertainment from Jester Jim and music from DJ Bob. There will also be a poolside cash bar and BBQ from D&J Refreshments. Don’t miss this fun

Kid Programs for “Little Members”

Back by popular demand is our Arts & Crafts program taking place each Monday from 12:30 – 1:15pm in the Picnic Area beginning July 2nd. In addition, we are happy to announce the return of Teens & Tots Storytime. In cooperation with the Garden City Library Children’s Department, we will be offering Teens & Tots on Tuesday and Thursday at 2pm beginning July 3rd.

Pool Sponsorships

The Garden City Pool would like to thank our returning sponsors for the 2018 pool season: Huntington Learning Center, NYU Winthrop Hospital, College Nannies + Sitters + Tutors, Adelphi University, The Garden City News and La Bottega Italian Gourmet. If any business would like to become a sponsor at the Garden City Pool this season please contact Tom McGerty at 465-4074 for various sponsorship opportunities.

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Garden City Challenger Lacrosse Father’s Day Tournament

Friday, June 22, 2018 The Garden City News

The Garden City Challenger players and volunteers BY JANE NOBILE The Garden City Challenger Lacrosse team played their last home game of the Spring 2018 season with a special game on Father’s Day. Joining in the excitement of the day were members of the Half Hollow Hills Challenger Lacrosse Team and Levittown Knights (Nassau County PAL League/Special Needs Unit) . What made this game even more exciting was a special appearance from the U.S. Marines stationed in Garden City who also joined the game. The U.S. Marines took time from their personal time off to join the Challenger Lacrosse Teams for a game and were treated like celebrities. The smiles on the faces of the players when the Marines arrived was priceless. Parents and grandparents who were at the game were also excited to see the Marines arrive. In between goals and after the game, the players took the opportunity to ask the Marines about what they do to protect our country. They learned how their sacrifice makes a difference to the citizens of the USA and what it takes to become a Marine.

They were very impressed to hear about all the training they do and the skills they learn as a U.S. Marine. The event was organized by Coach Brian Collins and Coach Trey of the Garden City Challenger Team and was a huge success. Coach Brian said “We are thrilled that so many came to play and especially thankful to the Marines that came to play with us. It made our last game extra special and we hope to make this annual event”. After the game, the Marines, players, volunteers, and spectators were treated to some pizza and snacks to help celebrate the day. The Garden City Challenger League provides various sports for the special needs community throughout the year. There is no fee to join any of the teams. In addition to lacrosse, there is baseball, basketball, golf, and tennis available. If you would like to participate as a player or volunteer with any of the sports programs, please email ajped95@msn.com for more information. The programs offered in the Challenger League are open to residents and non-residents of Garden City.

It is a family affair. John going for a goal with the assistance of his younger brother R.J. while dad Ray is ready to receive the pass.

Coach Brian (Garden City), U.S. Marine Alex (hometown is Levittown), U.S. Marine Naomi (hometown in Kansas), U.S. Marine Luis (hometown in northern California), Coach Trey (Garden City), and Coach Alden (Levittown Knights) show off the poster signed by players, volunteers, and coaches of Garden City, Levittown PAL and Half Hollow Hills.

U.S. Marine Luis with Garden City player Michael stop for a photo opportunity.

U.S. Marine Alex facing off with Garden City player Michael as Coach Trey puts the ball into play.

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The smile on this Levittown Knights player was one of many smiles and laughs on this special day.

Garden City Challenger player Brendan doing a celebration dance after a goal he scored.

U.S. Marine Alex defending the net while Garden City player R.J. shoots for the goal.

Brendan scores!!!!

U.S. Marine Naomi with Garden City player Jaiden enjoying a day of lacrosse and friendship.

Garden City player Brendan was able to beat the heat and score a few goals at the Father’s Day tournament.

Half Hollow Hills player Farrell and HHH volunteer are best buddies thanks to their shared love of lacrosse.

U.S. Marine Naomi catching a pass with Half Hollow Hills and Knights players defending their goal.

Garden City player Michael enjoyed the Father’s Day Lacrosse Tournament.

Half Hollow Hills and Levittown Knights joined the Garden City Challenger players for a lacrosse game against the U.S. Marines held at St. Paul’s field on Father’s Day.

Alex, Naomi, and Luis from the U.S. Marines stationed in Garden City accepted the thank you poster signed by all the players, volunteers, coaches, and parents. U.S. Marine Naomi said she has a special spot picked out to display the poster.

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Garden City Trojans “Victor”-ious in New York State title game

New York State Champions: The Garden City Trojans In what can only be termed as “The Run”, the Garden City Trojans completed their quest for a New York State Championship with a nail-biting win over three-time consecutive defending champion Victor in Rochester, New York. It was the Trojans’ 10th consecutive victory and the cherry on top of a great season. The game was hosted at St. John Fisher College, a stone’s throw from the Victor campus. Coach Finnell’s closing message to his team in the locker room before they took the field was “we came in as unknowns, let’s go out as unforgettable”. This one will be remembered for a long time.

Cole Dutton puts GC on the board

In the most anticipated game of the day between two nationally ranked programs (more on that later), the teams played before a packed house of lacrosse enthusiasts that included a large contingent from Garden City. Parents, grandparents, siblings, friends, and fellow students made the 6-hour trek to Rochester to support the boys. The energy and passion in the stands and on the field was palpable as the teams were introduced to the overflow crowd and each other. The stage was set for a dogfight in every sense of the word. Both teams started the game with the expected adrenaline rush that a cham-

pionship game produces. After earning the initial possession, Victor seized the opportunity to take an early one-goal lead. How you respond to adversity shows the true mark of a champion. Unfortunately for Victor, that first faceoff loss fueled Justin Coppola to win 14 of the next 16 and earn “Offensive Player of the Game”. His success at the X allowed the Trojans to dictate the pace of the game. After settling down, the Trojans found their rhythm and used their athleticism to force Victor into defensive chaos. GC capitalized and evened the score on a right to left leaping effort by Cole Dutton. On the ensuing faceoff, Gavin Pappas found an open Liam Muldoon who rocketed a shot top left for a 2-1 lead. The next faceoff win created a transition oppor-

I can jump higher than you can...

tunity with longpoles Colin Hart and Danny Boccafola leading the charge for a James Basile low corner blast and a 3-1 lead. Victor countered with a goal at 6:15 to cut the deficit to one. Again, the Trojans controlled possession on the faceoff and after working for the right shot, James Basile beat his defender for his second goal of the game and a 4-2 lead. Victor added a late tally for a 4-3 Trojan lead after one period. To the television commentator that confidently stated that Victor should take Garden City’s short sticks to the cage all day: well, how did that work out? Tyler Wuchte, defensive player of game, was giving the Victor midfielders fits all day. Matt Granville was stonefaced and played at an extra gear to thwart Victor’s efforts. Team defense

a state champion. The scoreless streak of both teams continued almost 6 minutes into the third quarter until Cole Dutton sprinted down the right side and found Liam Muldoon alone in the crease for a 5-3 lead. Victor again responded with a goal with 3:30 left to keep it a onegoal game. The fourth quarter is where legends are made. This was a chess match with each side waiting for the other to make a mistake for checkmate. With about seven minutes left, Joe Scattareggia decided enough was enough by streaking down the left side and unleashing a low burner for a 6-4 Trojan lead. While the Trojans were in control, they were

Let the celebration begin!

Hey ref, get out of the way, I’m trying to clear!

Defensive Player of the Game Tyler Wuchte

not out of danger. Victor was desperate and doubling the ball looking for turnovers. Unfortunately, the Trojans accommodated them on consecutive possessions with unforced errors that were converted to tie the game at 6 with 8.5 seconds left in the game. He may be the shortest guy on the field, but nobody has more heart than Justin Coppola. After surveying his options, he snatched the faceoff, pushed the ball forward, and made an initial pass to Liam Muldoon. Rather than take a low average shot, he found James Basile to the right of the cage. James then patiently created a better angle for himself to let go a high-top corner bullet for his third goal and game winner with 1.2 seconds left. It was only fitting that the game would end with Justin winning the final

face off of the season as time expired. The celebration began in Rochester and continued in Garden City with a police escort to Seventh Street where a welcoming crowd was waiting. It’s probably the first time the boys were actually happy to see the police. A big thank you to the Garden City Police, you made their day. Oh, about that national ranking I mentioned earlier…..……… and consistent with Coach Finnell’s pre-game message. We came in unranked and were unforgettable when we left. Lacrosse Magazine’s final rankings included Garden City as the number #8 team in the nation. Congratulations to our Garden City Trojans, New York State Champions!!! Now the country knows who you are.

Justin bein’ Justin

James Basile owned the day...

Lax Moms rock!

So when we win, where is the party?

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was the backbone of this team all year. They effortlessly moved from man to zone to confuse Victor. Our close defensemen were sliding to help, cover, and create turnover opportunities. Matt (The Slasher) DiSimpliciis played like a linebacker, delivering a physical message to enter the crease area at your own risk. Colin Hart was Colin Hart. James Buckley and Stephen Spirakis were clearing effectively. Despite being man down three times in the first half, Teddy Dolan was sharp and acrobatic on several saves to maintain a 4-3 edge at halftime. By now, the formalities were over and there was one half left to determine

The Garden City News Friday, June 22, 2018

OPEN HOUSE

Saturday, June 23rd 11:30 – 1:00pm 28 Boylston St, Garden City, NY 3-bedroom, 2-bath. SD #18. MLS# 3026166. $825,000.

OPEN HOUSE

Saturday, June 23rd 2:00 – 4:00pm 209 Whitehall Blvd, Garden City, NY 3-bedroom, 2-bath. SD #18. MLS# 3025862. $1,099,000.

Sunday, June 24th 12:00 – 2:00pm 107 Huntington Rd, Garden City, NY 3-bedroom, 2-bath. SD #18. MLS# 3034065. $979,000.

Sunday, June 24th 12:00 – 2:00pm 161 Meadbrook Rd, Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 3031377. $1,099,000. UNDER CONTRACT

OPEN HOUSE

Sunday, June 24th 2:00-4:00 140 Brompton Rd, Garden City, NY 5-bedroom, 2.55-bath. SD #18. MLS# 3034447. $1,595,000.

Garden City, NY 3-bedroom, 2-bath. SD #18. MLS# 3036831. $649,000.

OPEN HOUSE

Sunday, June 24th 12:00 – 2:00pm 69 Third St, Garden City, NY 6-bedroom, 3.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 3016811. $2,495,000. UNDER CONTRACT

Garden City, NY 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 3037272. $710,000.

Garden City, NY 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 3030309. $749,500.

Garden City, NY 3-bedroom, 3-bath. SD #18. MLS# P1316725. $859,000.

Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2996588. $910,000.

Garden City, NY 5-bedroom, 3-bath. SD #18. MLS# 3027026. $975,000.

Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 3028920. $1,049,000.

UNDER CONTRACT

Garden City, NY 3-bedroom, 2-bath. SD #18. MLS# 3034693. $885,000.

Garden City, NY 6-bedroom, 2-bath. SD #18. MLS# 3029860. $899,000.

UNDER CONTRACT

Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 3025772. $1,149,000.

Garden City, NY 3-bedroom, 2-bath. SD #18. MLS# 3027111. $1,185,000.

Garden City, NY 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 3022117. $1,139,000.

Claudia Galvin Manager

Arthur Anderson

Rene Blair

Annmarie Bommarito

Laura Carroll

Ann Collins

Denise Eilbeck

Marilyn Frey

Susan Gillin

Daureen Hausser

Fortune Heaney

Lisa Heaney

Garden City, NY 5-bedroom, 2.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 3039812. $999,000.

Christopher Connors Chelsea Costello

Kathleen Higdon

Alfred Kohart

Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 3009965. $1,395,000.

Patricia Costello

Christine Cudahy

Patricia Dickson

Mary Krener

Robert J. Krener

Meredith Krug

Garden City Office | 516.248.6655 • 102 Seventh St, Garden City, NY • gardencity@danielgale.com • danielgale.com Each office is independently owned and operated. We are pledged to provide equal opportunity for housing to any prospective customer or client, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin.

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UNDER CONTRACT

Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 2.55-bath. SD #18. MLS# 3034878. $1,399,000.

Garden City, NY 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 3014073. $1,499,000.

Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 2.55-bath. SD #18. MLS# 3028731. $1,695,000.

Garden City, NY 6-bedroom, 4.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2929647. $1,849,000.

Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 3.555-bath. SD #18. MLS# 3031031. $2,999,000.

Bellerose, NY 3-bedroom, 2-bath. SD #26. MLS# 3031124. $635,000.

Floral Park, NY 3-bedroom, 2-bath. SD #22. MLS# 3034633. $675,000.

Long Beach, NY 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath. SD #28. MLS# 3020216. $899,000.

Out of Town Listings Garden City, NY 8-bedroom, 4.55-bath. SD #18. MLS# 3031581. $4,175,000.

UNDER CONTRACT

Condos/ Co-Ops Roslyn, NY SD #3. MLS# 3022054. $2,099,000.

Forest Hills, NY 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath. SD #28. MLS# 3031847. $2,398,000.

Garden City, NY 2-bedroom, 1-bath. SD #18. MLS# 3025682. $459,000.

Manhasset, NY 5-bedroom, 2.5-bath. SD #6. MLS# 3025533. $2,850,000.

UNDER CONTRACT

The Wyndham Garden City, NY 2-bedroom, 2-bath. SD #18. MLS# 3020167. $450,000.

100 Hilton Ave, Unit M31 Garden City, NY 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 3011477. $5,800/mo.

Garden City, NY 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath SD #18. MLS# 2987095. $579,000.

100 Hilton Ave, Unit 410 Garden City, NY 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 3034870. $2,900,000.

Michele LaRocca

Mary Lo Galbo

Kathy Lucchesi

Susan MacDonald

Brigid Marmorowski

Athena Menoudakos

Matthew Minardi

Linda Mulrooney

Eileen Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Hara

Alexandra Parisi

Diane Piscopo

Brian Pryke

Lynn Puccio

Cecile Raoult

Kathleen Roberts

Julia Mastromauro Rosado

Kevin Ryan

Joseph Scianablo

Jennifer Sullivan

Cheryl Trimboli

Scott Wallace

Maureen Walsh Lagarde

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The Garden City News Friday, June 22, 2018

Whether you’re buying, selling or renting, you sit back and relax. We’ll take the stress. You worry about more important things like running out of good beach reads. Summer lasts only 99 days, so enjoy it while you can.

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