The Garden City News (7/14/23)

Library Friends donate

BY RIKKI MASSAND

As the Garden City Public Library’s extensive Children’s Room remodeling draws to a close, the nonprofit Friends of Garden City Public Library are stepping up to help the library create an inviting, relaxing space near the new Circulation Desk on the library’s first floor.

The Garden City Public Library (GCPL) Board of Trustees met on Monday, July 10, with several members of the Library Friends in the audience. The two organizations outlined plans and financing for an innovative community space inside the library.

Thanks to the Friends’ commitment to donate $25,000 towards the purchase and installation of new shelving and comfortable furniture, the area adjacent to the circulation desk will feature new comfortable seating and display shelving.

Randy Colahan, chairman of the Garden City Public Library Board, immediately expressed his gratitude for the Friends’ $25,000 donation. “On behalf of the Library Board and the Garden City Library, thank you to the Friends for this very generous donation.”

“The Library Board and staff worked with the Friends’ Board to work out a solution that is acceptable to all that were involved, “ he explained.

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Sileo to continue as BoE president

BY KASSARA MCELROY

The Board of Education met for its annual reorganizational meeting on July 6th, during which members took their oaths to serve during the ensuing school year.

Joseph Sileo will continue to serve as President, alongside Vice President Tom Pinou and Trustees Arthur Gnecco, William O’Donohue and Liz Gaffney. Dr. Sinha was also sworn in again as Superintendent of Schools. Dana DiCapua will continue her work as District Clerk, in addition to her newly earned

Temporary Chair title.

Appointments of committee liaisons of the Board of Education were also locked in. Joseph Sileo and Tom Pinou will represent the Village of Garden City. The duo will also serve on the Audit Committee.

Arthur Gnecco and William O’Donohue will take on BOCES, William O’Donohue and Elizabeth Gaffney for Legislative Affairs and Arthur Gnecco and Elizabeth Gaffney for Policy Review.

Tom Pinou and William O’Donohue will oversee the

District Safety Team. Appointments of the association liaisons of the Board of Education followed.

Elizabeth Gaffney and Tom Pinou at large will represent the Central Property Owners’ Association.

Joseph Sileo will take the Eastern Property Owners’ Association, William O’Donohue for the Property Owners’ Association of Garden City Estates and Arthur Gnecco for the Western Property Owners’ Association.

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Garden City Library Board: We Do Not Ban Books

BY RIKKI MASSAND

During a meeting of the Garden City Public Library Board of Trustees held on Monday, July 10, the board reviewed a letter from a resident regarding materials that the resident found objectionable in the children’s department. The letter was delivered on a form with the logo of a group called CatholicVote.org

Members of the Library Board emphatically stated that books are not banned from circulation at the library because some individuals might find them offensive. Trustee Lola Nouryan explained that the complaint stated there was a book “containing nudity and descriptions of sex acts.”

“There is something in our Constitution which is Freedom of Speech and I think this falls under there, I don’t think we can ban books because some people found them offensive,” Nouryan said.

Library Board Chairman Randy Colahan then clearly outlined the Garden City Public Library’s existing policy covering the matter.

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The 10U Garden City Little League Team captured the district championship with a 2-0 win over Floral Park on July 6th. The team moves on to the sectional tournament on July 14th.

Continue to Say No to Casino

Although the Nassau County Legislature voted to transfer the longterm lease of the Nassau Hub property to the Las Vegas Sands Corporation in May, the fight over the casino is far from over.

The Sands must now win the support of a five member local community advisory committee, whose members have yet to be appointed. It must also receive zoning approval by the Town of Hempstead.

Members of the community advisory committee will be appointed by: the governor, the county executive, our two state legislators (Sen. Kevin Thomas and Assemblyman Ed Ra) and Town Supervisor Don Clavin.

The committee will be empowered to solicit public comments, hold public meetings to review those comments, and then to vote on the casino. A twothirds majority will be required for the casino to be approved for the Hub location. (The Say No to the Casino group is presently trying to ascertain if that would be four out of the five members.)

As those appointments will probably be made soon, this is no time to stop protesting the casino. Let your elected officials know your concerns about this massive development.

The train is leaving the station on this issue, but it’s not gone yet. Don’t stop fighting!

The Baymack Team

No apology

To the Editor:

Mr. Jabour, please note I never questioned your education, your professional certifications or your expertise in xylology. And I acknowledge your excellent academic background. I did, however, question your biases, your omitting of pertinent facts, your obfuscation and belief that all residents should listen to your words because of your engineering degree, when in fact the challenge of St Paul’s is a multi-discipline challenge of engineering, construction, uses, financing, opportunity costs, disposable income by residents, and frankly, whether this village is able to handle any project of this size and duration with its rotating Mayor and volunteer government. So Mr. Jabour, as you addressed my writings, I’ll address yours.

Mr. Jabour starts out by saying all the Engineering and Architects that have looked at the building have the same opinion about St Paul’s and “share a unanimous opinion that it is structurally sound in spite of the areas which have been compromised due to the neglect of former Village administrations” Perhaps Mr. Jabour should re-read the most recent report of Westerman Construction, Management and Consulting, which states “There is uncertainty in global weather predictions commonly attributed to Global Warming. This winter was very mild but the next few winters could be very bad. The state that St Paul’s is in now, unheated and partially exposed to the elements will not survive if left as is. Its demise could be accelerated by bad winters, and within a few years it will begin to collapse as sections of the building already had”. Westerman’s statements should be given serious consideration, certainly more than village volunteers we now know spent limited time in the building. And hoping for good weather is not a strategy for St. Paul’s at this juncture.

As to Mr. Jabour’s hurt feelings about being “disparaged”, I’m truly surprised

how quickly Mr. Jabour forgets his role in doing just that. His Committee has spent a year viciously attacking the Mayor for asking questions that any BOT member should, with members of the Committee calling her “obstructionist”, “unethical” and worse. Just last week Mr. Jabour signed, and I assume helped pen, a scathing letter directed at the Mayor titled “Mayor Misleads Residents” and states the Mayor is “disingenuous with a casual concern for the facts”. Mr Jabour and gang than turned the Mayor’s routine question about whether our previous Mayor had a relationship with Westerman into some supposedly nefarious attempt to “discredit Westerman’s Cost Estimate”. He further writes with his Alliance cohorts that they “await the publication of the latest and revised Westerman Report (June 16, 2023) but are highly suspect of Mayor Flanagan’s undue influence on this version”. So Mr. Jabour is “outraged” that someone questions his judgment and integrity a week after he charges our Mayor with “misleading residents” and questions her judgment and her integrity. Me thinks Mr. Jabour doth protest too much.

Mr. Jabour continues and asks “who should we believe” about the condition of the building? Maybe Mr. Jabour feels his PE entitles him to be beyond reproach, but Mr. Jabour and his 38-member Committee, now 7 member Alliance, have systematically done everything to discourage the village from evaluating any plan that might compete with the Alliance’s admitted drive for “full re-use” with its “St Paul’s Café” and 489 boarded up plywood windows. Mr. Jabour is fully aware that I had written a letter to the GC News proposing the committee evaluate a “simple” single story, pre-fabed dome for a turf field and multi-purpose rooms in an attempt to save the façade. They run between $20-40,000,000. (Anyone can google St. Anthony’s in Cold Spring Harbor) Instead, Mr. Jabour participated in the final presentation of the

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CPOA’s new student ambassadors

GC teacher invited to present at conference

Seth Messier, an elementary teacher in Garden City Schools, was recently invited to present his work at CONFRATUTE, the international conference/institute on enrichment, creativity, and educating gifted and talented students held in person and July 11-14, and sponsored by the Neag School of Education at the University of Connecticut.

The Central Property Association (CPOA) is pleased to announce the addition of two new student ambassadors, TJ Cooke and Julian Galli, both rising juniors at Garden City High School. TJ and Julian will be assisting with marketing, meetings and events. To learn more about the CPOA or to become a member, please visit www.gccpoa.org.

Advice Matters.

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L to R: Top: Michael Jonas-Financial Planning Specialist, Financial Advisor; Vivian Gioia- Senior Client Associate; Amy Curley-Vice President, Portfolio Management Associate; Gregory SlatorClient Service Associate; Bottom: Cody George CDFA®, Portfolio Manager, Financial Advisor; Raymond George CRPC® Managing Director–Wealth Management, Financial Advisor; Taylor George-Financial Planning Specialist, Financial Advisor

The use of the CDFA designation does not permit the rendering of legal advice by Morgan Stanley or its Financial Advisors which may only be done by a licensed attorney. The CDFA designation is not intended to imply that either Morgan Stanley or its Financial Advisors are acting as experts in this field.

Now in its 45th consecutive year, CONFRATUTE, sponsored by the Renzulli Center for Creativity, Gifted Education and Talent Development at the University of Connecticut, has distinguished itself as one of the world's most definitive conferences/institutes on enrichment gifted education. A primary feature of CONFRATUTE is the converging of prominent leaders in the field upon a single site for one week to interact and consult with teachers, administrators, and parents eager to learn about enrichment and gifted education pedagogy. What educators need to do to help students develop their creative abilities and talents are explored in-depth by the partic -

ipants.

CONFRATUTE 2023 was attended by more than 650 educators from 40 states, and U.S. territories, and 11 countries including several European nations.

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GCHS student wins award from Nassau DA

Garden City High School junior Tara Hollis was the recipient of the 2023 Nassau County District Attorney SHIELD Award, from Nassau County District Attorney Anne T. Donnelly (right). The SHIELD award is presented to a high school junior who, selected by their school, showed an outstanding strength of character, commitment to self-growth, and the spirit and initiative to bring about positive change in their community. SHIELD stands for Service, Honesty, Integrity, Excellence, Leadership, and Duty. The award was presented by the District Attorney at a ceremony on June 27.

Defensive Driving Course

The Knights of Columbus #15809 at St Joseph’s Church in Garden City is pleased to offer the community the AAA Defensive Driving Course.

The course will be held on Saturday, July 22, 2023 - 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the St. Agnes Room (basement of the Church).

Upon completion of this course, participants will be eligible for 10% off their

motor vehicle insurance for three years and/or a reduction of points from their driver’s license.

The fee for the course is $45 per person and advance registration is required. To register and for more information, please contact John Russo at 516-384-4552. Saint Joseph’s Church is located at 130 5th Street, Garden City.

146 Roxbury Rd., Garden City

Modern, elegant, and well located!

Beautifully updated and maintained Colonial with four bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms in the desirable Estates section is near award-winning schools, shopping, dining and two train lines. The home features a welcoming three-season porch, gracious foyer, a formal living room with a fireplace, and a formal dining room great for entertaining. The family room offers a gas fireplace and access to a patio overlooking a private back lawn. The kitchen boasts granite counters, ample cabinetry, and stainless-steel appliances. Other highlights include a powder room, convenient side entry, primary bedroom with en-suite bathroom and walkin closet, three additional bedrooms, a full hall bathroom, a spacious office on the third floor, and a basement with a large recreation room, laundry room, and ample storage.

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Butterf lies lead to the sunny-side of life

BY DANIELLE GAUDIO-LALEHZAR

A nine-year-old girl, looking very sad, was eager to speak to me when I asked her about her friend whose mom had recently died of cancer. She was having stomachaches for days and just not herself. She didn’t like the way others at school were responding to their schoolmate’s loss. “It’s been a month, she should be over it”, was what someone had said. The girl was clearly grieving for her friend’s loss. I praised her for being such a good, caring friend. Mother’s Day was the following day.

My mother died when I was 22. It was a profound loss. There was no Internet and finding resources to cope with my grief were scarce. Thirty years later I found “empowerHER” (https://www.empoweringher.org) , an international non-profit created by Cara Belvin, to support all children and young adults who have experienced the loss of a parent. Belvin’s thriving organization provides in-person events that remind them they are not alone in their grief, and a unique one-on-one Mentor Program with positive role models from the community who help show them that loss is survivable. Raising money and awareness for empowerHER became my mission.

My heart broke for the girl and her friend. I had to do something to bring some light to this Mothers Day for them.

Just days prior I had attended a fundraiser honoring Cara Belvin benefitting Camp Good Grief (https://www.eehcampgoodgrief.org/), a day camp serving children ages 4-17 who are suffering the loss of a parent.

I gave all the information on empoweHER and Camp Good Grief to the women in the store who was the 9 year old’s mom.

She promised she would get the info to the little girl whose mom had died.

At the gift store a few doors down I found a bright, beautiful, cuddly, butterfly made by Douglas toys. I bought two and had them packaged in gift bags with pink ribbon.

Imagining both these girls being connected in friendship and loss with their grief being lightened by the butterfly warmed my heart.

I quickly went back to the store and handed both bags to the little girl saying, “This one’s for you and this is for your friend.”

I Googled “Douglas plush butterfly” as soon as I got home. The butterfly’s name is “Britt the plush butterfly”. My mother’s name is Brit! Serendipity often surrounds me. It was definitely a sign from my mom brightening Mother’s Day for me too.

The Douglas Company, owned by Scott and Christine Clarke, is a family owned business since 1956. I felt compelled to share this story with them. I sent them an email that night. They were so moved by the story, Cara Belvin’s work with empowerHER, and Camp Good Grief, and wanted to be a part of bringing smiles and hope.

Douglas Toys (https://douglascuddletoy.com/ ) has graciously donated over 200 stuffed animal puppies to Camp Good Grief. Campers will be given a cuddly friend to comfort them.

Butterflies lead to the sunny side of life. Britt the Butterfly fluttered into my life making Mother’s Day bright and beautiful.

If you or someone you love is interested in becoming a mentor for a child who has lost a parent, please apply here: https:// www.empoweringher.org/mentor-match

Recycling Tip of the Week

Danielle with Good Grief Camp Director Angela Bryns, AnneMarie and Debbie delivering the puppies.

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GC Library Friends donate $25K for new furnishings

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“This demonstrates the solid relationship that exists with the Garden City Public Library and Friends of GCPL, most recently reinforced and augmented by the Friends current Board and Nancy Minett, president of the Friends.”

The area will also include shelving for the Friends’ books which are for sale. Those books come from community donations.

The Covid-19 pandemic and ensuing extended library closure cut sales dramatically due to less traffic inside the library and upon its reopening.

Friends of Garden City Public Library members including President Nancy Minett, Evelyn Fasano, Rena Kuhl, Cathy Walsh and Kathie Wysocki were among those in attendance at the GCPL Board’s July 10 meeting. From the village, Secretary to the Board of Trustees and executive staff member Courtney Rutt Rosenblatt and Village Trustee Bruce Torino, liaison to the Library Board, were present for the discussion on the Book Sale area and furniture selections.

In one of her final acts as president of the Friends before she moves out of town, Minett presented the vision for a reimagined Book Sale area on the library’s first floor.

“Residents of the village contribute books to the library; Friends volunteers sort these books, sending some to our giveaway shelf, others to the Garden City Pool to encourage summer reading. The best books are retained for resale and we resell books at a sharp discount at large and popular semi-annual sales, and every day by displaying books for all ages on the designated sale shelves in the library,” she noted.

She told the GCPL Board that she and the Friends were aware that the old shelves for the Book Sale area were a bit too tall “for what the library is looking for” now that the Children’s Room and Circulation Desk have an open, modern appearance.

Minett continued, “We are asking to reestablish the Book Sale shelves in the former location (past the Circulation Desk on GCPL’s first floor, or “back center”) and provide a supply of books donated by village residents, raising funds from their sale in order for the Friends to continue supporting the Library.”

The Friends’ assurances of responsibility and working with the Library staff and Board were also outlined.

“Library Director Marianne Malagon shared her thoughts and concerns about the Book Sale shelves – we (the Friends) commit to you, we will be monitoring

the shelves regularly to make sure they always appear tidy, attractive and organized to the best of our abilities. We will be paying for these shelves understanding that the shelves will be property of the Garden City Public Library, and we understand that what we pay is what we are donating to the library.”

She noted that the Friends will also pay and use only signage that is acceptable to the library and aesthetically pleasing.

The Friends’ member in charge of annual memberships, Cathy Walsh, addressed the GCPL Board and said people are mailing in checks and the organization is seeing a good response with its membership drive going on this month. Memberships and donations to the Friends of GCPL are currently being accepted. Please visit the Friends website https://www.gardencitypl.org/ membership/ for information.

Book Sale: Numbers Don’t Lie

The Friends of GCPL presented the Board with sales figures from the used Book Sale shelving in a less prominent location in the Library.

In 2019 sales from the books the Friends sold from those shelves amounted to over $1,000 in revenue per month, with the highest yearly amount raised in 2018-2019 at $15,493.

With totals from the pandemic era

the Friends’ used Book Sale totals for fiscal year 2019-2020 were $10,303, dropping to $3,885 in 2020-2021; $5,385 in 20212022 and $6,246 in 2022-2023.

The documents Minett and the Friends provided to the GCPL Board includes fundraising totals from the used Book Sale, with the statement reflecting the old real estate mantra: “What is true in real estate is apparently true in book sales – location, location, location. Our sales of books from their present location (near the Reference area, away from the Circulation Desk) are well less than half of what we were making in our old location. Figures don’t lie.”

The Friends have also funded a new book donation bin for the Library which is expected to be delivered very soon. “We would love to see that up and running for the process of restocking Book Sale shelves,” Minett said.

Library Layout Considerations

Library Trustee Colleen Foley said there was a delay on moving the Book Sale area because of considerations about the furniture in the first floor area. In the past month and during part of the July 10 GCPL board meeting, the Friends group talked and fine-tuned their proposal and approach for the Library Board.

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CITY ESTATE HOME — PRISTINE CONDITION

• Down Payment: $1,074,750

• Interest Only Payment: $13,434 Per Month + Taxes and Insurance

Garden City Real Estate Market Information

5 Maple Street

RECENT REAL ESTATE SALES IN GARDEN CITY

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

Mortgage Rates this week from www.nerdwallet.com

Long Island Sales Data From One Key MLS

210 Roxbury Road

Date: 7/11/2023

Date: 7/10/2023

Sold price: $1,481,000

4 beds, 2 full baths, 1 half bath

Architectural Style: Colonial

Annual taxes: $21,269

Lot size: .14

MLS number: 3472323

The Seller’s Team: Cheryl Adams

McAuliffe and Mary Weile, Coach Realtors Fennessy Associates

The Buyer’s Team: Adrienne McDougal, Compass Greater NY

Prepare to be wowed and impressed by this delightful, sun-drenched 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath side hall colonial located mid-block on 60 x 100 property on a desirable tree-lined street in the Northeast section of the Village. Beautifully updated, the residence features spacious rooms and an ideal floorplan thru-out, including the fabulous cook’s kitchen/great room with fireplace and ensuite primary bedroom and bath you have been hoping for! All 4 bedrooms, 2 gorgeous spa-like baths and the laundry room are on the 2nd floor. Other highlights include abundant oversized Anderson windows, raised panel molding, built-ins, access to deck/backyard from the dining room and kitchen,mud area, basement with rec room, attached one-car garage with direct in-house access, widened driveway accommodates side-by-side parking, Walk to Hemlock School and Park. Bus to Stewart, Middle and High Schools. Shouldn’t you love where you live?

111 Cherry Valley Ave. Unit 603W

Date: 7/6/2023

Sold price: $1,350,000

4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 1 half bath

Architectural Style: Colonial

Annual taxes: $24,144

Lot size: .18 acre

MLS number: 3464053

The Seller’s Team: Patrick Gibbons and H. Arthur Anderson, Daniel Gale Sothebys Intl Realty

The Buyer’s Team: Styliani Cannata, Century 21 Realty Specialists

Perched on a large 80” X 100” mid-block property, this Estates Section Center Hall Colonial home offers a spacious living room with fireplace, formal dining room leading to a den/family room. Kitchen with a breakfast room opening to a beautiful patio and manicured backyard. Second floor includes a primary suite with a full bathroom, 3 additional bedrooms and a hall bathroom. Hardwood floors. NEW WINDOWS! 2-Car Garage, CAC. Near Transportation, Tullamore Park and Schools.

Sold price: $830,000

2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 1 half bath

Architectural style: Condominium

Annual Taxes: $10,487

Common charges: $1,315 monthly

MLS number: 3452160

The Seller’s Team: Fortune Heaney and Lisa Heaney, Daniel Gale Sothebys Intl Realty

The Buyer’s Team: Jiang Zhang and Fan Liu, Lin Pan Realty Group

Bright and sunny 2 bedroom 2.5 bath split floorplan Condo at the luxurious Wyndham. This immaculate condo opens into a foyer with a powder room and in unit laundry. Open L shaped LR/DR looks over 112’ balcony with western golf course views. Each of the 2 bedrooms has its own ensuite bath, a separate storage room/office and the eff kitchen complete this floorplan. The Wyndham has every amenity: Concierge, Doorman, Valet Parking, to name a few. The outdoor park-like space boasts a pond, clubhouse, large patio, perfect for relaxing and open air dining. Strolls around the pond and the manicured grounds add to your experience. The complex is centrally located in the Village, near to all.

This informational page is sponsored by Douglas Elliman

Real Estate

Houses featured on this page were sold by various real estate agencies

Garden City | 26 Hilton Avenue | $2,099,000

4 BR, 3 BA, 1 Half BA | Web# 3481917

Katarzyna “Katrina” Kamer: M 917.548.7106

Catherine Gerspach: M 516.238.3771

Garden City | 336 Brompton Road | $899,999

3 BR, 3 BA | Web# 3487050

Brian Pryke: M 516.286.8536

Erin Fleischmann: M 516.864.1977

Garden City | 327 Ellington Avenue| $875,000

4BR, 3 BA | Web# 3489693

Katarzyna “Katrina” Kamer: M 917.548.7106

Catherine Gerspach: M 516.238.2771

Under Contract | Garden City | $1,199,000

3 BR, 2 BA | Web# 3470104

Katarzyna “Katrina” Kamer: M 917.548.7106

Catherine Gerspach: M 516.238.2771

Under Contract | Garden City | $889,000

2 BR, 2 BA, 1 Half BA Condo | Web# 3477018

Jennifer Davan: M 917.854.2099

Sold | Garden City | Sold Price: $1,615,000

4 BR, 3 BA | Web# 3465060

Jane Romanowski: M 516.456.7436

$481,225

2 BR, 1 BA Co-Op | Web# 3454804

Erin Fleischmann: M 516.864.1977

FOR SENIORS fyi

Garden City’s Senior Center is now open and all activities have resumed. Please visit the Senior Center Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m for further information on activities and events!

Garden City Recreation and Parks

2023 Summer Gazebo Concerts

Here is the list of summer concerts that will be held at the Garden City Gabezo at 349 Stewart Avenue. Concerts on held on Thursdays and start at 7:15 p.m. Bring chairs or blankets and enjoy!

• July 20: Manhattan Skyline –An all-star group brings back the best of NY vocal harmonies.

• July 27: Risky Business – Old time rock and roll.

• August 3: Garth Brooks

Tribute – They Got “Friends in Low Places”!

• August 10: Jenna Esposito –

Tunes for the Great American Songbook.

• August 17: Beyond Fab – The Best of the Beatles.

Concerts are held rain or shine. In the event of less than perfect weather, the concert will be held at the Cultural

THI S WEEK AT ROTARY

and Performing Arts Center in St. Paul’s Cluett Hall, 295 Stewart Ave.

Exercise Schedule at the Senior Center

Our Senior Center is back to a “regular” schedule with many classes to tone, strengthen, and stretch your bodies. These classes are open to Garden City residents ages 60 or older. Here are the classes we offer:

Mondays

Chair Exercise with Felicia at 10 a.m.

Tuesdays

Chair Yoga with Maggie at 11:15 a.m.; Line or Chair Dancing with Felicia at 2:30 p.m.

Wednesdays

Chair Exercise with Felicia at 10 a.m.

Thursdays

Yoga with Maggie at 11:15 a.m.; Chi Kung with Andrea at 1:15 p.m.nominal charge

Fridays

Chair Exercise with Felicia at 10 a.m.; Resistance Bands at 11 a.m.

For further information, please contact the Senior Center at 385-8006.

A Grand and Glorious Celebration

This past Thursday evening, June 6, Diana O’Neill and husband, Dr. Peter O’Neill were celebrated as co-recipients of Mineola-Garden City’s 32nd annual Community Service Award. Family, friends and colleagues of the O’Neills filled the main ballroom of the Stewart Manor Country Club to share in the grand celebration of these remarkable Garden City residents whose individual and combined services reflect Rotary’s principle of “Service Above Self.” More information & pictures in this issue.

Medicare Advocate, Income & Retirement Specialist to Speak on July 25.

On Tuesday, July 25, at 12:15 at Mineola’s Davenport Press restaurant, Rotary will welcome Monika Zietek, Medicare advocate and income and retirement specialist, as guest speaker.

Monika is a licensed financial professional in multiple states across the US. In the industry for more than a decade, Monika specializes in Medicare and retirement income planning in relation to social security, with a special eye for tax free retirement.

Medicare, Social Security and taxes in retirement, are often confusing, Monika says. She promises to break down the basics of Medicare and

explain ways to save more money and receive more benefits. The intricacies of Medicare Advantage plans … supplemental plans … prescription drug plans … final expense plans … long term care plans and 401/IRA plans, often vexing, are expected to be discussed.

For some answers, join us on July 25. To reserve, please email Meg Norris, Mineola-Garden City Rotary president at editor@gcnews.com. (Fee: $35 per person accepted at the door.)

Rotary to host Monika Zietek, licensed financial planner, who will speak on July 25.

Rotary Community Service Award co-honorees Dr. Peter O’Neill and Diana O’Neill, co-Rotary president, with Meg Norris, co-Rotary president.

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Garden City Library Board: We Do Not Ban

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“The board has reinstated its policy – number one, we as a Library Board do not ban books. This letter has also asked us to look at displays, but we also do not ban displays. We leave the selections of books and also of displays up to librarians. Along those lines we have a policy that corresponds to it,” Colahan said.

He then brought the Library’s Collection Development Policy to the forefront of the discussion.

“It is the goal of the Garden City Public Library to provide the public with information that satisfies whatever educational and recreational requirements, through the purchase and organization of books, periodicals, non-print and electronic media. The Library Board of Trustees stresses the importance of those materials having contemporary significance and permanent value. Materials are chosen within the limits of our budget to inform, entertain, enlighten and offer creative inspiration. Selection refers to the decision that must be made either to add a given title to the collection or to withdraw one already in the collection,” Colahan read from the policy.

“The selection of library materials

is delegated to the library director and under his/her direction to the professional staff, who are qualified by reasons of education, training and experience….. material must be measured by objective guidelines.”

The letter was referred to counsel, as Village Attorney Gary Fishberg was in attendance. Colahan noted that following the review of counsel the letter will be responded to in due time.

After this reading from the policy, Chairman Colahan explained that the GCPL Board does deal with controversial materials and matters of intellectual freedom. He also reiterated, “We do not ban books and we do not ban displays.”

Fishberg commented, “There is a provision in the Collection Development Policy on how to deal with controversial materials and intellectual freedom. There are a number of paragraphs that do deal with that, but the Library Board has expressed an interest in expanding on that to incorporate some additional language that appears in the American Library Association (ALA) guidelines, in order to better define just how controversial materials are to be reviewed.”

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With the discussion of the used Book Sale shelving, the GCPL Board of Trustees agreed to move up the agenda item for discussion on the library’s furniture in the Circulation and Adult areas where the Friends’ sale shelving will be. Library Director Malagon reported that she spoke with several members of the Friends, including formally with their President Nancy Minett and others who have experience in library layout, and informally with others, about their preferences for the higher and longer shelves – as the idea was proposed for shelves no less than 72 inches (6 feet) tall because they allow for good perusal of books.

GCPL Board Chairman Colahan said the updated proposal was revisiting the shelving and type of furniture for the area.

“There were a couple of factors we have to consider that were not noted by the June GCPL board meeting. Our vote a month ago to wait on this was not so much for the furniture but for how the process evolved without the Library Board approval at the time,” he said.

According to Minett, with the area to the back of the Circulation Desk not

being a permanent library collection area, the librarians curate the area frequently with seasonal displays.

“That area has traditionally been a curated space featuring book recommendations for the patrons to browse through. For the new Book Sale shelves to come in, the question on signage will be with the style as we’ve had the labeling per section on the shelves. At some points the signage was handdrawn on paper that would get old and diminished. We want to add permanent signage to look more professional that appropriately labels what’s available on those shelves,” Minett said.

Dividers will be purchased to keep the books on Friends’ Book Sale shelves from tilting and tipping over, in an effort to keep more order on every shelf.

At Monday’s meeting Director Malagon spoke about the previous years of themed displays and the layout of books on shelves being suited to audiences including Children’s and Young Adult (YA) to Adult.

“What my goal was and what we had in the past was a lot of books on shelves, in the middle sections between the seating area in the back and the Circulation Desk,” Malagon noted.

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THE VIEW FROM HERE

Eisenhower the Play

BY BOB MORGAN, JR.

Although Harry S. Truman was the President when I was born, the first President that I actually remember was Dwight D. Eisenhower. Our family followed the news very closely and I dimly remember my parents watching the results of the 1956 election, in which Ike, as he was called, was easily re-elected over Adlai Stevenson. Eisenhower also figured in the first real news story I recall, in which, at the President’s order, Black students were escorted by federal troops to integrate the public schools in Little Rock, Arkansas. (I saw this on television and asked my mother why people were yelling at these students.)

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I also remember Eisenhower being a big part of the conversation when the Russian satellite, Sputnik, was discussed. I do remember having a book with stories and pictures of all of the Presidents, with the last pages about Ike, the current occupant of the White House. Of course, President Eisenhower seemed very old to me, about the same age as my grandfathers.

In later years, I learned much more about Eisenhower and have become an admirer of the 34th President, both for his service as Supreme Allied Commander during World War II and particularly as President, a unifying figure who navigated the tough early years of the Cold War in a nuclear age.

With this background, I went to see this week the play Eisenhower: This Piece of Ground, an off-Broadway one man show starring John Rubinstein as Eisenhower. I very much recommend this play, which is a limited engagement just extended to August 20.

The premise of the play is that it is 1962 (about 18 months after Ike left office) and Eisenhower is at his retirement farm in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. The former President is very much annoyed when he sees a newspaper article about a poll of historians that ranks him as just 22nd out of the rated Presidents in the survey. The historians’ critique is that he didn’t shape events and was not liberal. (In fact, Eisenhower’s

standing with historians has risen considerably since 1962.)

In his performance, Mr. Rubinstein, a Tony winning actor, does a convincing job playing Eisenhower as he tells his story, based on speeches, memoirs and letters of the former president. Ike, who was 71 years old at the time he is portrayed, is sometimes cantankerous, but mostly a generous patriotic soul who is very concerned about the fate of the country (“this piece of ground”).

The Eisenhower character takes us through Ike’s early years, his appointment to West Point, his marriage and loss of a young son and his leadership of the critical D-Day invasion of France in 1944 and his interaction with rank and file soldiers He is portrayed as a very reluctant candidate for President (not even announcing what party he belonged to for a long time), who would not have run if he was able to reach an understanding with Robert A. Taft, a leading isolationist member of his party. He was elected in a landslide in 1952. He makes much of his desire to be a moderate Republican.

We go through the many challenges of the Eisenhower presidency. Eisenhower defends his low-key methods of defeating Senator Joseph McCarthy. (Somewhat surprisingly, there is very little said about his vice president, Richard M. Nixon.) He expresses his desire to have reached some sort of accommodation with the Russians, something that was destroyed by the spy plane incident in 1960 involving Francis Gary Powers, which he takes blame for. He believed that he made progress on civil rights and points to sending troops to Little Rock. He also takes pride that it was a time of “mostly” peace and “mostly” prosperity.

Obviously, a limitation of Eisenhower the play is that the monologue was never actually spoken by the former President, at Gettysburg or anywhere else. Nevertheless the words do ring true and make a persuasive case for Eisenhower’s leadership at a very difficult time.

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A number of district appointments, salaries and policies (up for a standard, annual reading without any noted amendments) were approved, and all details are available online on the school district web site.

The meeting then shifted focus to the District-wide Safety Plan. As of Friday, July 7, the plan is available on the District website and will remain live for a thirty day public comment period. After thirty days, the Board will adopt the plan.

According to Dr. Sinha, there are two main additions: a remote instruction plan and digital equity plan. These additions ensure that students will have proper structure, devices and wifi access for any long-term emergencies, much like the Covid emergency.

In other news, the search for an Interim Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction will begin in September, following Dr. Edward Canone’s departure. He served the District for the past eight years. There was a motion to appoint Judy Barbara, a retired assistant superintendent for curriculum and instruction who has worked with Garden City schools a

number of times in the past. “This is a good transition for this year until permanent replacement,” said Sinha. Additional hiring updates will be shared with the Board during its upcoming August meeting.

The floor then opened to citizens’ questions and comments. One parent commented, “Seven years ago my daughter was diagnosed with autism. She will always be non-verbal and require care for the rest of her life. We are still adjusting everyday. The most difficult part is dealing with this administration. When your child is diagnosed with anything, you’re supposed to be able to turn to your school district for support. In the last few months, I’ve seen parents stand up here feeling hopeless and unresolved. I am asking that you probe into our programs to see what is being done right and what we can do without. I am asking you to say, ‘sorry I was wrong.’ I’m asking you to reply to parents. You should be the people making it easier for us, not making us more exhausted.”

The next Board of Education meeting will take place Tuesday, August 22, at the Garden City High School beginning at 8:15 p.m.

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This is a photograph I took in March of 1989 when the Garden City Toll Lodge was moved from off of Clinton Road to here at the east end of Seventh Street. I am actually standing on the roof of the AAA building across the street to get this shot. It was an ambitious project moving this historic building back then, which was designed by John Russell Pope. The Toll Lodge was part of the famous Vanderbilt Long Island Motor Parkway which was begun in 1908 and completed in 1911 when this building was constructed. The parkway stretched for 48 miles from the Queens border to Lake Ronkonkoma. It came through the NE section of Garden City between what is today’s Pell Terrace and Russell Road. It closed in 1938 and the Toll Lodge became a private residence.

In 1989, the Garden City Chamber of Commerce acquired it and moved it to a Village owned parking lot at the east end of Seventh Street. For three years the Chamber restored the building (along with me!) and in 1992 it became their permanent home. Recently, after 30 years of occupying the building the Chamber left due to the Village Trustees asking for money in attempting to enforce a misguided agreement from 30 years ago. Now the building is empty and I fail to see the wisdom in all of this but then again I fail to see the wisdom in a lot of things these days.

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As residents enjoy their summer vacations, and the many activities offered in our Village during the summer months, the Board of Trustees and Village Staff are working to prepare for an upcoming vote on the St. Paul’s Main Building. Information sessions are being planned to prepare for the vote, one of which will address financing of any of the possible projects on the St. Paul’s Main Building, whether it is a restoration project, a façade restoration and new construction project, or demolition. How municipal projects may be financed depends on the type of project, and we recognize that residents are interested in understanding the impact any project would have on their taxes. Our Village Treasurer, Irene Woo, had several meetings with the prior Mayor’s St. Paul’s Committee on this topic, and she will be working with our financial advisor and bond counsel to provide a clear presentation for residents on the financial impact of different choices the Village may make on the St. Paul’s Main Building. We are working to present the clearest information available as to the condition of the building, the options that have been explored, and the cost estimates we have gotten for different alternatives. I am com-

mitted to sharing the information with residents clearly and without any bias. As many of you will appreciate, we are working hard to simplify the messaging and voting options on an issue with much complexity.

As far as the condition of the building, I have been advised that tours of the building are not recommended, and having seen the inside of the building, I do not disagree. What I am working on is creating a way for all residents to have an unfiltered view of the present interior of the building without subjecting anyone to the risks of a tour.

Sands Casino Update

At the July 2 Village Meet and Greet, two residents from Say No to the Casino (Monica Kiely and Rich Catalano) gave a brief overview of where we are in the Sands casino licensing process. The following is a recap of their presentation:

The Nassau County legislature

voted on May 22 to approve the transfer of a long-term lease for the Nassau Hub property to the Las Vegas Sands Corp. The Sands can now move forward with the lengthy process of applying for a New York State Gaming License. After the Sands submits their initial application for the license, two local requirements must be met:

• The Sands must demonstrate public support for a casino by obtaining the approval of a local Community Advisory Committee (the CAC). There will be five members of the CAC, and they will be appointed (1 apiece) by the following elected officials: Governor Kathy Hochul, Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, NY State Senator Kevin Thomas, NY State Assembly Member Ed Ra, and Town of Hempstead Supervisor Don Clavin. The five CAC members have not yet been appointed. According to the NY Gaming Facility Location Board (GFLB), each CAC will elect a Chairperson, solicit and review public

comments, and hold public meetings. The CAC must hold a vote-with a twothirds threshold-to establish public support approving or disapproving the application. The GFLB can consider only applications that are approved by a two-thirds threshold by the local CAC. The Say No group is awaiting confirmation from the GFLB that the 2/3 minimum threshold for a 5-person committee means that 4 of the 5 committee members must be in agreement in order to make a recommendation.

• The Sands project must receive zoning approval from the Town of Hempstead. Before the Town of Hempstead Council can vote to rezone the Nassau Hub property to permit a casino and related resort facility, an Environmental Impact Statement or EIS is required to be prepared in accordance with the New York State Environment Quality Review Act or SEQRA. The Town of Hempstead has retained Nelson Pope Voorhis as their environmental consultant.

At this time, there is no scheduled timetable for these events. The Say No to the Casino group urged their fellow residents to stay engaged, keep informed, and help to spread the word that we are still in the very early

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THE OFFICE CAT

Identity thefts

On July 5th a resident reported that their identity had been sto len and used to file for unau thorized unemployment ben efits. On the same day a second victim reported that their stolen information was used to apply for three unauthorized credit card accounts.

Motor malfunction

Garden City Police and Firefigters responded to the Merillon Avenue Train Station on July 5th for a carbon monoxide alarm in an equipment shed. Firefighters rendered the area safe after determining the cause was a malfunctioning motor. There was no disruption of train service.

Malfunctioning elevator

Garden City Police assisted Firefighters who freed two persons from a malfunctioning Garden City Plaza elevator on July 5th.

Fence damaged

The Cherry Valley Country Club reported that two unknown males damaged a fence on the golf course on July 6th.

Unsafe speed

A Clinton Road motorist was charged with unlicensed operation and unsafe speed on July 6th.

Stove fire

The GCFD, GCPD, and Medics responded to a stove fire on Commander Avenue on July 6th. A firefighter suffered smoke inhalation when he extinguished the fire. The firefighter was treated at the scene and transported to a local hospital.

Excessive speed

A Stewart Avenue motorist was charged with driving with a suspended license and excessive speed on July 6th.

Smoking vehicle

Garden City Police and Firefighters responded to Stewart Avenue on July 6th for smoke emanating from a vehicle. Firefighters disconnected a sparking battery to render the vehicle safe.

Fireworks at Promenade

During the 7th Street promenade on July 7th, a youth was cited for

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GCFD and GCPD responded to a 7th Street building on July 7th for a fire alarm and determined the cause to be a faulty refrigerator.

Stolen check

On July 7th a check placed in the mail was reported stolen, altered, and cashed by an unknown subject.

Gift card stolen

On July 7th a victim reported that the identification number from a gift card was stolen and used to make an unauthorized purchase.

Carbon monoxide alarm

Garden City Police and Firefighters responded to a residence on July 7th for a CO alarm. They detected positive meter readings due to a running vehicle near an open window. Firefighters vented the home to render it safe. There were no reported injuries.

Excessive speed

A Clinton Road motorist was charged with driving with a suspended registration and excessive speed on July 7th. On the same day, an Edgemere Road motorist was charged with excessive speed and passing a stop sign.

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On July 8th a victim reported that their identity used to open an unauthorized bank account.

Garden City Police investigated a July 8th report of a victim’s cell phone identity and passwords being illegally copied.

Suspended license

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GCFD and GCPD responded to a residence for a carbon monoxide alarm and determined the cause to be a faulty detector.

Excessive speed

A Rockaway Avenue motorist was charged with driving with a suspend-

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IN MEMORIAM

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Richard Burns passed away on July 4, 2023, surrounded by his loving wife and devoted children. He was 89 years old.

Richard is survived by his wife, Claire, with whom he shared 65 years of marriage and four children: Nancy Brzozowski (Paul); Patricia Hoeg (Thomas); Susan Salina (Thomas); and Thomas Burns (Melissa). He was a hands-on and proud grandfather to ten grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

Richard was born in Brooklyn and raised in West Hempstead. He was a graduate of New York State Maritime College, Fort Schuyler, and an officer in the U.S. Navy.

Richard was an avid golfer and enjoyed many years of membership at the Garden City Country Club and the Garden City Casino. He was a 4th Degree member of the Knights of Columbus. He was a quiet, gentle, and kind man who shared his love of Lake George with his entire family. He was adored by many and will be lovingly remembered.

Frederick W. Mayer 1935–2023

Frederick (Fred) W. Mayer, 88, passed away on Sunday, July 9, 2023 after a short battle with re-occurring prostate cancer.

Fred was born on January 24, 1935 in Jamaica, New York to Frederick and Nora Mayer. At a young age, Fred moved to Garden City, where he attended the Stratford Avenue School. At the age of eleven, Fred was off to Ireland for 7 weeks to film the documentary “Wings Over Ireland”. He became an instant celebrity at the Stratford School. He then continued his education attending the Garden City High School and excelled in sports, most importantly, winning the coveted Carl Braun Award for Basketball.

College bound, Fred graduated from Adelphi University, the oldest private university on Long Island. Fred was offered a position in sales and began his business career in 1958 at The Cannon Mills Company. His keen business sense and his affable character enabled Fred to move up the management ranks for over 30 years. In 2012, Fred and his wife Jill, retired to Stuart, Florida where they have resided in Mariner Sands Country Club for the past decade. There they have made many new friends as well as maintaining the many friendships they brought down from Garden City, Long Island. Fred was instrumental in leading a Mariner Sands Group called Fun Friday where he taught others

to play Gin Rummy. He was also a consistent attendee and member of the Mariner Sands Chapel.

Fred will be missed by all who knew him, knew his smile, his helpful demeanor, his open and welcoming handshake. He was a gentleman and truly one of the “Good Ones”. He was the true love of his wife of 60 years, Jill , and the hero of his three daughters, Wendy, Kristen and Allison and Four Grandchildren and One Great- Grandchild.

Arrangements for a Memorial Service have not been made but will most likely occur in the fall at Mariner Sands Chapel, Stuart, Florida.

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Diana and Dr. Peter O’Neill receive Rotary Community Service Award

On Thursday, July 6, the Stewart Manor Country Club was filled with friends, family and colleagues of both Diana and Dr. Peter O’Neill, the 32nd recipients of Mineola-Garden City Rotary’s coveted Community Service Award. Guests enjoyed a top-of-the-line cocktail hour followed by a sumptuous buffet dinner. While guests shared a

multitude of accolades towards the honorees, the one displayed on the O’Neills’ commemorative plaque says it all:

“Living up to the Rotary principle, “Service Above Self,” thousands of lives have benefited both locally and far beyond through the individual and collective services of both Diana and Dr. Peter O’Neill.”

Club President Meg Norris reads the commemorative plaque to co-honorees Diana and Dr. Peter O’Neill.

The O’Neill family: Co-honorees Peter and Diana O’Neill with Katie and Colin O’Neill. Rotarian Althea Robinson pins a boutonniere on co-honoree Dr. Peter O’Neill.

Jean Kelly, executive director, the INN, presented co-honoree Diana O’Neill as Dr. Peter O’Neill, her husband and co-honoree, looks on.

Diana and Dr. Peter O’Neill receive Rotary Community Service Award

Dr. Peter O’Neill and Diana O’Neill (fifth & sixth from left) with O’Neill family members.

The Salvation Army’s Major Young Sung Kim, event honoree Diana O’Neill with Major Soo Jung Kim, Nassau County coordinator, Salvation Army, who offered the meaningful event invocation.

Past Rotary President Jim Brady presented co-honoree Dr. Peter O’Neill for his response.

Co-Mineola-Garden City Rotary President Meg Norris is designated a Paul Harris Fellow, Rotary’s highest honor, by District Governor Tom Crowley.

From left: Past Rotary President and event master of ceremonies Diane Marmann; Club President Meg Norris; Past District Governor Sonia Saleh; Rotarian Althea Robinson and Co-President Diana O'Neill.

Past, present and future district governors (from left): Mary Ellen Elwood, Lydia Wells, Meg Norris, Diane Marmann. Sonia Saleh, Tom Crowley, Althea Robinson and Diana O’Neill, co-club president and honoree.

News from the Garden City Public Library

Monday Movies Presented by the Friends of the Garden City Library

Mondays at 1:30 p.m. July Movies

7/17 - “He’s Just Not That Into You” - 2008 - 129 min

7/24 - “She Said” - 2022. 129 min

7/31 - “Armageddon Time” - 2022115 min

Adult Summer Reading Club - 2023 What’s Cooking at the Library?

Join us for our Summer Reading Club in the Adult Services Area! It’s easy to sign up, come to the Reference desk, sign up, receive a sign-up bag, and you are on your way! Register at the Adult Reference Desk.

Each time you read a book, we ask that you fill out a review card AND a recipe card (which is provided in your bag!) Our goal is to put together a menu of recipes at the end of the summer. Write down your favorite recipe or a family traditional recipe and bring it to the reference desk. At the end of the summer, we will select review cards randomly and award prizes! The more you read, the better chance you have of

winning.

We are planning some fun programs and look forward to seeing you for the Summer Reading Club!

Adult Book Discussion“The Recipe Box” by Viola Shipman

Wednesday, July 19, 10 – 11:30 a.m.

When her efforts to pursue a professional culinary life away from her family's northern Michigan orchard end in disappointment, Sam spends a summer working for the family pie shop and begins to learn about and understand the women in her life, her family's history and her passion for food as she prepares beloved ancestral recipes. By the best-selling author of “The Charm Bracelet.”

Registration is required on Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) and began on Friday, June 30, 2023.

Heart Smart Nutrition with Cornell Cooperative Extension of Nassau County

Thursday, July 20, 11 a.m. – noon

Many of us have questions about what foods we should be eating for a

Teen Crafternoon: Tie Dye Backpacks

healthy heart. In this workshop we discuss the effects of our food choices on heart health and what foods to include in our diets to help with weight management and reduce our risk for chronic diseases.

**Registration is required and ongoing online via Eventkeeper.

Adult Movie Night - “Burnt”

Thursday, July 20, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Adam Jones (Bradley Cooper) was once a top chef in Paris until drugs and alcohol led to a meltdown that put his career on hold. After moving from New Orleans to London, Adam gets a shot at redemption when his former maitre d’ (Daniel Brühl) reluctantly hires him as the head chef of his fine-dining restaurant. Demanding perfection from his newly formed staff (Sienna Miller, Omar Sy), the acerbic and temperamental Jones gets a second chance to fulfill his dream of earning a third Michelin star. No registration is required

Contact: Adult Services - (516) 742-8405 x5236, speakingofbooks@gardencitypl.org

Location: Meeting Room B (Large)

Healthy Make and Take Meals with Cornell Cooperative Extension of Nassau County

Thursday, July 27, 11 a.m. – noon

In the busy world we live in, many of us eat out and buy convenience foods. In this workshop, we explore healthy eating made simple with foods that are portable, portioned, and perfect to keep us fueled when we are on-the-go.

**Registration is required and ongoing online via Eventkeeper.

Garden to Table with Cornell Cooperative Extension of Nassau County

Tuesday, August 1, 11 a.m. – noon

Planting a variety of fruits, vegetables, and herbs can help us create exciting meals and provide vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients that we need to maintain optimal health. In our Garden to Table workshops we discuss seasonally relevant topics, including how to plan your garden for nutritional benefits and how to use delicious recipes to avoid food waste.

**Registration is required and ongoing online via eventkeeper.

Teen Advisory Board at GC Library

Teens find a shady spot to work on their tie dye designs during Teen Crafternoon: Tie Dye Backpacks, which was held on Monday, July 10, at the Library.

Young Adult Librarian Laura Giunta listens to teens’ suggestions at the July meeting of the Teen Advisory Board, which was held on Tuesday, July 11, at the Library.

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

Next Week’s Programs for Tweens and Teens at the Library!

The Library’s Tweens and Teens Department will be hosting several new programs next week. These programs are for tweens and teens entering grades 6–12 in fall 2023 only unless otherwise noted.

Registration is required for these programs and began Tuesday, July 11, online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability.

• Monday, July 17, at 4 p.m.: Teen Crafternoon: Candy Sushi

• Tuesday, July 18, at 4 p.m.: Tweens and Teens Yarn Group - This program is for tweens entering grades 4–12 in fall 2023 only and is a joint program with the Children’s Department and Young Adult Department. Participants will be able to take home knitting needles or crochet hooks to continue working on their projects, but must return the knitting needles or crochet hooks they are using by Friday, July 28. Tweens and teens in grades 6–12 who know how to knit or crochet can volunteer at this program! Please contact Laura Giunta at laurag@gardencitypl.org if you are interested in volunteering.

• Wednesday, July 19, at 5:30 p.m.: Black Light Paint Party with the Young Engineers - Teens are encouraged to wear white or neon colors to shine along with their paintings.

• Thursday, July 20, at 4 p.m.: Tweens and Teens Dungeons and Dragons - Teens who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. These programs have been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Books and Brownies

Talk about your favorite fractured fairytales and books based on fairytales while eating brownies during Books and Brownies, which will be held on Thursday, July 20, at 1 p.m. at the Library! This program will be led by a Girl Scout and teen volunteer. Brownies will be served. Please note registrants will be eating baked goods, which will be baked by a teen volunteer. All registrants should indicate if they have any food allergies. This program is for tweens entering grades 4–7 in fall 2023 and is a joint program with the Children’s Department and Young Adult Department. Registration began Tuesday, July 11, online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. Tweens in grades 6–7 who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program.

ACT/PSAT/SAT Practice Exam with C2 Education

Take the practice ACT, PSAT or SAT exam with C2 Education on Tuesday, August 15, at 10 a.m.. This program is for students entering grades 9-12 in fall 2023. Registration begins Tuesday, August 1 at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Registrants should choose either the ACT, PSAT, or SAT exam to take. Teens who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program.

Please note, the SAT is going digital starting with the October 2023 PSAT and the March 2024 SAT. The paper and pencil SAT will be offered for any juniors or seniors who might be taking the October, November, or December SAT. Therefore, for the SAT, students must decide if they want to take the paper and pencil version or digital version of the test at this practice exam.

The ACT will be offered as paper and pencil only. The PSAT will be offered as digital only. Registrants who want to take the digital SAT or PSAT must bring their own device to take the test on.

All registrants must register in advance for this program no later than August 11 at 4 p.m..

Registrants must arrange with C2 Education to receive their results.

Volunteers Needed: Reading Pals

Volunteer to read to and then do a craft with children ages PreK-Grade 2 during the program Reading Pals! The Reading Pals program runs from 1:30 p.m.–2 p.m.. Volunteers are asked to arrive at 1 p.m. to review the material before the start of the program and stay until 2:30 p.m. to help clean up. Volunteers must be entering grades 6–12 in fall 2023 only. While the first session is over, volunteer registration for the remaining four sessions should be done online via Eventkeeper (www. gardencitypl.org) at the following dates and times:

• Session Three: July 17Register beginning Tuesday, July 11, at 10 a.m.

• Session Four: July 24Register beginning Tuesday, July 18, at 10 a.m.

• Session Five: July 31Register beginning Tuesday, July 25, at 10 a.m.

These programs have been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Bookmarks for Community Service

Earn community service by creating bookmarks for Garden City Public Library patrons! Each volunteer will receive 10 bookmarks to color, deco-

rate, and write positive or library/book themed messages. These bookmarks will be placed in books throughout the Library in order to brighten the day of the patrons who check them out. Bookmarks will be placed in books in all three departments, including Children’s, Tweens and Teens, and Adult Reference.

To participate, please register online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl. org).

Volunteers can register once each week for eight weeks as follows:

• Registration Week Four: Monday, July 17, at 10 a.m. to Friday, July 21 at 4 p.m.

• Registration Week Five: Monday, July 24, at 10 a.m. to Friday, July 28 at 4 p.m.

• Registration Week Six: Monday, July 31, at 10 a.m. to Friday, August 4 at 4 p.m.

• Registration Week Seven: Monday, August 7, at 10 a.m. to Friday, August 11 at 4 p.m.

• Registration Week Eight: Monday, August 14, at 10 a.m. to Friday, August 18 at 4 p.m.

Bookmarks should be returned no later than Thursday, August 31. Registrants will be asked to pick up their bookmarks at the Library in order to participate in this community service program. Volunteers must return 10 completed bookmarks in order to receive community service. Volunteers will receive two hours for every 10 bookmarks they submit, at the discretion of the Tweens and Teens Department. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Tree Ornaments for Community Service: Fish Ornaments

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

For the month of July ornaments are fish, which will be used to decorate the Tweens and Teens Ornament Tree in August. Registration began Tuesday, July 11, online via Eventkeeper (www. gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. Completed ornaments must be returned by Thursday, July 27 to the Library.

Registrants will be asked to pick up their ornaments at the Library in order to participate in this community service program. Volunteers must return three decorated ornaments and their set of

paint pens in order to receive community service. Volunteers will receive two hours for every three ornaments they submit, at the discretion of the Tweens and Teens Department. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Upcoming July Programs for Tweens and Teens

Looking for something to do in July? Check out the programs we have planned for the rest of the month! These programs are for tweens and teens entering grades 6–12 in fall 2023 only unless otherwise noted.

Registration is required for these programs. Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability.

Registration begins Tuesday, July 18, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) for the following programs:

• Monday, July 24, at 4 p.m.: Teen Crafternoon: Metal Water Bottle Craft

• Tuesday, July 25, at 4 p.m.: Teen Taco Tuesday Party

• Wednesday, July 26, at 7 p.m.: Teen Game Night

• Thursday, July 27, at 4 p.m.: Tween Thursdays: “What’s Cooking at the Library Paint Challenge” - This program is for tweens entering grades 4–7 in fall 2023 only and is a joint program with the Children’s Department and Young Adult Department.

Registration begins Tuesday, July 25, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) for the following programs:

• Monday, July 31, at 4:15 p.m.: Teen Crafternoon: Rock Cycle Rocky Road Fudge with Chris BuchmanTeens who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. These programs have been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

August Programs for Tweens and Teens at the Library

In August, the Tweens and Teens Department has more fun programs scheduled. See below the list of programs so far for August! These programs are for tweens and teens entering grades 6–12 in fall 2023 only unless otherwise noted.

Registration is required for these programs. Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability.

Registration begins Tuesday, July 25 at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) for the following programs:

• Tuesday, August 1 at 4 p.m.: Teen Advisory Board MeetingOnline applications are available

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

at https://www.gardencitypl.org/ teen-advisory-board-application/ Applicants should be in grades 6–12.

• Wednesday, August 2, at 6 p.m.: Teen Jigsaw Puzzle Tournament - Prizes will be awarded to the winning team!

• Thursday, August 3, at 4 p.m.: Tweens and Teens Dungeons and Dragons - Registration begins Tuesday, August 1, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl. org) for the following programs:

• Monday, August 7, at 4 p.m.: Teen Crafternoon: DIY Bead Crafts

• Tuesday, August 8, at 4 p.m.: Tweens and Teens Yarn Group - This program is for tweens entering grades 4-12 in fall 2023 only and is a joint program with the Children’s Department and Young Adult Department. Participants will be able to take home knitting needles or crochet hooks to continue working on their projects, but must return the knitting needles or crochet hooks they are using by Friday, August 24.

• Wednesday, August 9 at 7 p.m.: Teen Trivia Night - Prizes will be awarded to the winning team!

• Thursday, August 10 at 4 p.m.: Tween Thursdays: LEGO Building Challenge Challenge - This program is for tweens entering grades 4-7 in fall 2023 only and is a joint program with the Children’s Department and Young Adult Department. Teens who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. These programs have been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

“What’s Cooking at the Library?”

Tweens and Teens Summer Reading Club:

Registration began on Monday, June 12, for the Tweens and Teens

“What’s Cooking at the Library?”

Summer Reading Club! This program is for tweens and teens entering grades 6–12 in fall 2023 only. Tweens and teens can register online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Registrants

can pick up their Summer Reading Club Bags in the Tweens and Teens Room while supplies last.

Once you sign up, you can submit raffle entries for each book you read at the Library or online through our website (www.gardencitypl.org).

Tweens and teens who submit one raffle entry will have a chance to win one of this year’s raffle prizes and will also be automatically invited to the End-of-Summer Tweens and Teens Ice Cream and Pizza Party on Wednesday, August 16. All books must be at the appropriate reading level and be read and reviewed between June 12 and August 1. Registration is ongoing until Friday, August 11. Raffle entries must be submitted no later than Monday, August 14. Winners will be announced on Wednesday, August 16 at the Endof-Summer Tweens and Teens Ice Cream and Pizza Party. You do not have to be present to win. This year’s raffle prizes include:

• Soft Serve Ice Cream Machine

• $50 Amazon Gift Card

• Cotton Candy Maker

• Seventh Street Gift Card Dessert Package worth $75 (3 $25 gift cards to Dunkin, Starbucks, and TCBY)

• Airpods

• $50 Barnes and Noble Gift Card

The more books you read and the more reviews you enter, the more chances you have to win! Plus those who register for this year’s Summer Reading Club will automatically be entered into our weekly Gift Card Grab Bag Raffle!

Winners will have until Friday, September 15 to pick up their prizes. Prizes will not be held past September 15.

If you have any questions, email Young Adult Librarian Laura Giunta at https://www.gardencitypl. org/young-adult-department/contactthe-young-adult-tweens-teens-department/

“What’s Cooking at the Library?” Creative Arts Contest

Get creative this summer by enter-

ing our Tweens and Teens Creative Arts Contest! There will be two categories for the Contest: Writing and Art. Tweens and teens entering grades 6–12 in fall 2023 can participate and submit to both categories. Multiple submissions are allowed. There will be multiple winners for each category, with prizes being Amazon Gift cards.

Participants ’ work can also be submitted for community service to the Library’s Tweens and Teens Art Gallery show in August 2023. Participants can use the “What’s Cooking at the Library?” theme as a source of inspiration for the contest, but are not required to follow the theme.

The deadline to submit is Friday, August 4. Winners will be announced on Wednesday, August 16 at the End of Summer Tweens and Teens Ice Cream and Pizza Party. You do not have to be present to win. Entries should be created between June 12–August 4. Entries can be submitted online via our website (www.gardencitypl.org) or in person in the Tweens and Teens Room. Each in-person entry must include the Contest Submission Form, which can be picked up at the Library. Winners will have until Friday, September 15 to pick up their prizes. Prizes will not be held past September 15.

We might share your artwork or writing on our Facebook or Instagram pages:

• Facebook: facebook.com/ GCPLTweensTeens

• Instagram: instagram.com/ GCPLTweensTeens

If you have any questions, email Young Adult Librarian Laura Giunta at https://www.gardencitypl.org/ young-adult-department/contact-theyoung-adult-tweens-teens-department/.

Tweens and Teens Summer Art Show for Community Service

Earn community service by submitting artwork for the Garden City Public Library’s Tweens and Teens Summer Art Show in the Library’s Lower Level Gallery during the month of August 2023. Submissions are due

Friday, July 28.

Artwork must be created between Monday, June 12 and Friday, July 28. Volunteers can submit up to three pieces of art. Volunteers must return their artwork with a volunteer form, which can be found at the Library, in order to receive community service credit. Volunteers do not have to submit all three pieces of art at once and should do an additional form for artwork they submit at a later date.

Volunteers will receive two hours for each piece they submit, at the discretion of the Tweens and Teens Department. The artwork will be displayed until the end of August. Afterward, participants can pick up their artwork until September 15. Artwork will be held no longer than September 15.

Artwork included in the show can be submitted toward this year’s Tweens and Teens Creative Arts Contest. Please include the Creative Arts Entry Form, which can be found at the Library, with your volunteer form and artwork if you would like to submit it to the Creative Arts Contest.

GCPL Tweens and Teens Best Books 2023 Committee: Volunteers Needed!

The Tweens and Teens Department is looking for tweens and teens in grades 6–12 to volunteer to provide feedback on recently published young adult books as part of our Tweens and Teens Best Books 2023 Committee! Eligible books are those published between October 1, 2022 and December 5, 2023, aimed at tweens and teens in grades 6–12, and that the Library owns a physical copy in the Young Adult collection

If interested, please sign-up to join the committee by visiting Garden City Public Library’s website at https:// www.gardencitypl.org/tweensteens-best-books-2023-committee/ or for more information, please contact the Young Adult Department at https://www.gardencitypl.org/ young-adult-department/contact-theyoung-adult-tweens-teens-department/.

News from the Children’s Room

The Children’s Room Reopens

The Children’s Room is open to the public; some finishing touches may be ongoing until the project is completed. Children and parents have been enjoying reading in the new storytime room and having fun coloring and playing with puzzles.

Summer Reading Club

This summer’s theme is What’s Cooking at the Library? There are 2 clubs, a preschool club for children ages 2–5 (not entering kindergarten in fall 2023) and a club for children entering grades K–5 in fall 2023. Summer Reading Club registration started June 12 on Eventkeeper. Please come to the children’s desk to pick up the goody bag. Fun programs include the Young Engineers; Tie-Dye - Science teacher Chris Buchman will be instructing a creative fun Tie-Dye program.

Winners Of Guessing Game #2:

Osasefe and Joseph

Creative Arts Contest

June 12 – July 26

Fourth and fifth graders can get creative this summer by entering our Creative Arts contest. There will be two categories for the contest: Writing and Art.

Reading Pals

Monday, July 17, at 1:30 p.m.

This fun program is for children ages

4–grade 2 in fall 2023. Under librarian supervision, teen volunteers will read to children and then they will do a craft together. Registration is ongoing.

New Program Added Family Movie: “Cloudy With A Chance Of Meatballs”

Monday, July 17, at 7 p.m.

This fun program is for children ages 4–grade 5 in fall 2023.

*Sphero Painting

Wednesday, July 19, at 3 p.m.

Learn about science in a fun way during this fun program with the Young Engineers! Learn to paint with robots. For children entering grades K–2 in fall 2023. Registration is ongoing.

*Please note the date changed to Wednesday, July 19.

*Sphero Soccer

Wednesday, July 19, at 4 p.m.

Learn about science in a fun way during this fun program with the Young Engineers! Play soccer with a robotic soccer ball! For children entering grades 3–5 in fall 2023. Registration is ongoing.

*Please note the date changed to Wednesday, July 19.

Reading Pals

Monday, July 24, at 1:30 p.m.

This fun program is for children

ages 4–grade 2 in fall 2023. Under librarian supervision, teen volunteers will read to children and then they will do a craft together. Registration begins July 18 at 10:00 a.m.

Crafty Wednesdays

Wednesday, July 26 at 1:30 PM

This fun program is for children entering grades 3–5 in fall 2023. Meetup at the library with your friends and make a craft together! Registration begins July 18 at 10 a.m.

Crafty Wednesdays

Wednesday, July 26, at 2:30 p.m.

This fun program is for children entering grades 3–5 in fall 2023. Meetup at the library with your friends and make a craft together! Registration begins July 18 at 10 a.m.

Reading Pals

Monday, July 31, at 1:30 p.m.

This fun program is for children ages 4–grade 2 in fall 2023. Under librarian supervision, teen volunteers will read to children and then they will do a craft together. Registration begins July 25 at 10 a.m.

Tie Dye

Monday, July 31, at 2:30 p.m.

Learn about tie dye science with Chris Buchman! For children entering grades 3–5 in fall 2023. A beach towel

and a pair of socks will be provided. Registrants also may bring one small white cotton item from home to tie dye. Registration begins July 25 at 10 a.m.

Family Board Game Night!

Monday, July 31, at 7 p.m.

Play games with family during Family Board Game Night! We will have board games for families to play together! This program is for children ages 2½ to grade 5 in fall 2023 and their families. Registration begins July 25 at 10 a.m.

Summer Reading Club Finale

Wednesday, Aug. 2 at 2 pm

Enjoy a fun Summer Reading Club Finale for children ages 2 to entering Grade 5 in Fall 2023 who finish the requirements of their Summer Reading Club. It is by invitation only. Each child receiving their first prize will also receive an invitation to the show.

Crafts, snacks music, and the drawing of the 3 Grand Prize Winners and the awarding of the prizes to the winners of the Creative Arts contest! (Winners need not be present to claim the prize).

*Talent shows scheduled for July 17 & 24 have been canceled.*

See Eventkeeper for additional programing information.

Fines on Your Overdue Library Books Are About To Be Forgiven! Friends donate $25K for furniture

The fines on your overdue Library books are about to be forgiven! Effective August 1 all existing fines on Library card accounts for past overdue books, CDs, DVDs and audiobooks will be cleared. This is great news for Library patrons!

Library Assistant Director Ralph Guiteau hopes forgiving fines will encourage more visitors. “Libraries connect people with information. So visit us today. Borrow books, participate in programs and have fun! We welcome you back,” Mr. Guiteau said.

Forgiving overdue fines is a trend among numerous public libraries in both Nassau and Suffolk counties in an effort to encourage returning readers rather than block access to books and other materials. Overdue items must be returned for fines to be forgiven.

“So many potential library users have let their cards expire due to past overdue fines, and have forgotten their love of reading, or haven’t discovered

the varied online services now offered,” Library Director Marianne Malagon said. “It’s still not too late to grab a great book to take to the beach.”

If your Library card may have expired, please call the Library Circulation Department to see what you need to bring to renew your library card. In most cases, all you need is a government issued ID with a Village of Garden City address.

The Library Board voted at its July 10 meeting to approve fine forgiveness for August, and reinstitute overdue fines for books and media items September 1. Fines on September 1 (10 cents daily for books, $1.00 for DVDs) had been reduced by about half in June 2022. In 2023, they had been suspended due to the construction of the Children’s Room and displacement for building the new Circulation Desk. Please note fine forgiveness does not apply to items still checked out, or missing, lost, or billed items and museum passes.

The Friends of the Garden City Library have generously committed a donation of $25,000 toward the purchase of new furniture for the Library. The spontaneous gesture came during a meeting of the Library Board of Trustees on Monday, July 10, when the Board was discussing new furniture proposed to be ordered for the area. The Library Board voted to accept the donated funds at the same meeting.

The section behind the circulation area, going towards the rear of the main lobby, has been for a long time a popular browsing and reading area for patrons, and included shelving for a book sale area, with proceeds going to the Friends of the Library to fund Library programs, such as Children’s programs, Adult lectures, and Museum Passes.

Outgoing President Nancy Minett delivered a presentation to the Library Trustees at the meeting, noting the past several years’ revenue that the Friends have earned from their popular book sale shelves. She recommended that replacing the full length of shelving that was there previously would maintain similar revenues with their ongoing book sales. They also suggested having

a uniform set of shelving from one end to the other would achieve a more harmonious look, with inserted book ends to help maintain the appearance of the shelves. The bookshelves will match those behind the Circulation desk and in the Children’s Room.

Library Board Chairman Randy Colahan offered his sincere appreciation. “On behalf of the Library Board and the Garden City Library, thank you to the Friends for this very generous donation. The Library Board and Library Director worked with the Friends’ Board to offer an acceptable option to all involved. This reflects the solid relationship that exists with the Library and Friends, most recently led by the Friends’ current Board and Nancy Minett, President of the Friends.”

In addition to the bookshelves, the donation will cover the cost of new armchairs and small end tables in the reading area by the window. This is an extremely popular reading area for many library users, and new chairs have been requested by Library patrons. There will also be three new 3-tiered tables to make the Library book dis-

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Mayor’s Committee, with Mr. Coll, Mr. McDonough, Ms. Harrington (now Trustee Harrington), Mr. Mulrooney, Bill Garry, Trustee Finneran and our ex-Mayor, and put a residents name on a “5-story, 100,000 sq. ft. office building” and called it the “MacLeod façade plan” in a cynical attempt to discredit the concept of façade, a week before an election with a ridiculous price of $120,000,000. They did the same to the Mayor and Trustee Charlie Kelly. Nothing was going to keep this group from discrediting any plan that might not save 100% of their building or give the residents a real choice with real numbers. So the Mayor’s Committee can change its name 100 times, but that presentation crystallized for all the residents that attended that this committee no longer viewed its role as offering unbiased advice and numbers for the residents to vote on, but a committee hell-bent to save every brick of St Paul’s no matter the cost or the residents wishes. And if that meant fudging the numbers, so be it. George Kane, a member of Mr. Mulrooney’s Finance Sub-Committee, wrote an excellent article how the Committee was “dominated by a small group whose only interest is preserving the structure at any cost”. https:// www.gcnews.com/articles/preservation-at-any-cost/ Thank you Mr. Kane for speaking the truth to the residents.

Mr. Jabour states he has “400 pictures” of St. Paul’s and claims “the collapsed floor is a known fact, not a surprise”. That is a ridiculous statement and Mr. Jabour knows it. “Who knew”?

Who knew, Mr. Jabour? It appears only five members of the 38 member Mayor’s Committee have entered the building in the last decade. God knows why members didn’t insist upon seeing the building they were advising the residents on since Westerman made very clear they had tested the air and it was safe. Certainly the Communications Committee might have wanted to see what they were supposed to be educating the residents on. It appears not a single member of the Finance Committee whose members have written that their committee under their sub-committee “chairman” was a “shame” and “window-dressing” had been in the building. For those that have followed the Mayor’s Committee’s, now Alliance’s, postings and websites, you will not find a single picture from Mr. Jabour’s “400” of a single collapsed floor, floors that have collapsed on every single level and in every wing, on the original St Paul’s website or new stpaulsalliance. org . Not a single picture. I urge residents to look at the Alliance website. So Mr. Jabour has “400 pictures”, yet we see only pictures of cleaned up floors with no pictures of collapsing floors, but it is a “known fact” to all the residents

that floors were collapsing. Again, having “45 years of experience” does not entitle one to convey a biased view of a given situation and then claim they should be unchallenged because of said experience.

Mr Jabour, and Will Alisse, co-authors of the original letter regarding the state of the building as being “stable”, rather than giving the residents representative pictures of the building, tell us “wood gets stronger with age”, implying we do not have to be concerned with the floors of St Paul’s. The “wood get stronger.” No worries. Trust the “experts”. While I might not have Mr. Jabour’s and Mr Alisse’s knowledge of xylology, most of us know wood that gets wet, than dry, than wet, repeatedly, does not “get stronger” as Mr. Jabour and Mr Alisse claim. Just check your wood pile. Google it. Look it up. “Wood is a porous material. This means that, over time, exposure to water will permeate the wood’s membranes, causing it to rot, soften, and fall apart”. And that is exactly what has happened due to decades of neglect of this spectacular building, through no fault of Mr. Jabour or Mr Alisse. The deterioration has been further exasperated by the lack of heat, probably the first step in what a CAP BOT thought would be a controlled demolition without ever having to have a resident vote. But let’s not argue this point. Pictures of collapsing floors have now been posted, but not by Mr. Jabour or the 38-member Mayor’s Committee, now 7 member Alliance. And the Trustees now know that the collapsing floors are substantially more than “only 4%” as one member of the Communications Committee claims.

So while Mr. Jabour might want to argue that the stone structure of St Paul’s in “stable”, despite the wooden floors caving in, he is free to. He might not feel that Westerman’s statement that all floors need to be replaced along with at least 30 percent of the joists is relevant, but he does not have the right to work with a small number of committee members to hide the condition of the interior of the building from the residents. Any resident that purchases a brick house that he is told is “stable” and walks into that house to see floors collapsing is going to have a different view of whether that house is “stable”. Sure, joists and floors can all be repaired and replaced, but there is a cost, and this committee does not have the right to make that decision for the residents. The residents are not stupid. Give them the facts, show them the conditions, and let them vote. The original mandate of the Mayor’s Committee was to “convey information” and “educate” the residents before a vote, funded by the Village, not to have a Communication Committee and Village paid for website provide selective and non-representative photos. At least

with the “Alliance” which stated goal is to “Support a Center for Recreation and Community Enrichment”, we have a Committee that is no longer pretending it is neutral between various scenarios.

So, no, Mr. Jabour, I stand by my statements, and you are free to stand by yours. But many members of the 38 member Mayor’s Committee have written and felt that a small group within the larger committee itself, with you providing engineering “cover”, have done a great disservice to the cause of getting to an unbiased vote with unbiased numbers so that the residents can finally resolve this issue. Mr. George Kane has written eloquently about this “smaller” committee while others have spoken of it at BOT meetings.

Hopefully, the Alliance, and FDEM, and pro-façade groups, can let the Mayor and BOT pick up the pieces and get us to a fair and unbiased residential vote/opinion poll with fair and unbiased numbers.

Donald MacLeod

The St. Paul’s numbers game

To the Editor:

I’ve been asked by several of my neighbors and interested parties about the financial disposition of the St. Paul’s project and the possible related costs. Let me tell you what I found using sources like ProEst.com: Average commercial construction costs per square foot for Eastern United States projects are stated as follows:

Building Type: Cost / sq ft:

Single story office $289 to $437

Multi rise office $330 to $870

High rise office $330-$1001

Government administrative bldg $426 to $844

Museum/perf. arts $650 to $1272

Recreation/gymnasiums $347 to $683

Now how much does it cost to maintain such structures? Using FOIL requests I found that the Garden City Village Hall which is approximately 16,150 ft.² ran up a bill of approximately $301,000 per year for maintenance which equates to $18.64 a square foot.

The Old Courthouse in Mineola on Franklin Avenue is approximately 80,500 ft.² with an overhead bill of approximately $1.5 million which works out to again to approximately $18.64 a square foot.

So, when we look at St. Paul’s which is about 125,000 ft.² and using $18.64 per square foot that comes out to $2,333,000 annually or approximately $195,000 per month which can be attributed to utilities, staff salaries, insurance costs, security, janitorial services, supplies, building maintenance and property managers whose job it will be to coordinate all services, maintenance, and operations of the building.

It should be noted that these expenses

can only rise from year to year. There’s also another comparison between these two structures (Village Hall and the Old Court House), since they are open for the most part only five days a week (Monday to Friday), 8 AM to 5 PM, and closed on weekends and holidays. It has not yet been resolved as to the working environment of St. Paul’s pertaining to reuse or facadism, staffing requirements, and the hours of operation which might make these numbers even higher.

There are other costs that we should keep in mind affecting the taxpaying public of Garden City and that is the new 2023-24 budgets of $130,282,491 million for the schools and $69,944,000 million for the Village totaling $200,296,435, which are then split between commercial and residential property owners.

Now when we first purchased St. Paul’s back in the 1990s the ratio between taxpayers was about 70% homeowners and 30% commercial property owners. More recently that ratio has changed to about 89% of the property tax expense now going to homeowners while only 11% is picked up by commercial properties. The current tax levy is a little over $50 million which means that for every million dollars added onto the levy that equates to about a 2% additional increase on our property tax bills.

For example: if the cost of bonding and maintenance for St. Paul’s is $5 million or $10 million annually this would mean a potential increase of 10 to 20% which would be on top of the 2% increase the Village needs to operate.

I would like to close by using some quotes from Westerman’s final report pertaining to the benefits of demolition: “Village can use funds currently allocated to maintaining the dilapidated structure for other municipal areas and that additional park area can be developed in place of the St. Paul’s complex.”

Bob Orosz, Former member of the St. Paul’s Financial Subcommittee

Silence is a threat to GC

To the Editor:

The threat of a Sands Casino strikes at the very heart of our Village; as well as the essence of Nassau County. The reasons are clear- increased crime, trafficking sex, danger to our children, pollution, traffic congestion…and a dozen other bad outcomes.

It is with great wonder then:

Why the utter silence from the GC Board of Education, the PTA, the Property Owners Associations, churches and synagogues, Library trustees, Chamber of Commerce and others?

Keeping a Casino out of Nassau County should be a #1 priority. It transcends other issues. It is not politicalit’s a moral question.

Where are the unequivocal, unambiguous statements in opposition to the

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Pursuit Collection Offers Feast for Senses and the Soul in Banff, Canada

BY KAREN RUBIN TRAVEL FEATURES SYNDICATE GOINGPLACESFARANDNEAR.COM

On our first evening in Banff to sample Pursuit Collection’s tourism and hospitality services, we dine at Farm & Fire, one of Banff’s newest restaurants. It is a delightful open, woody dining room within Elk & Avenue Hotel (originally the Banff International Hotel), also a Pursuit Collection property

Farm & Fire was launched in June of 2020, with a menu designed by Chef Scott Hergott, who has been recognized for his award-winning culinary innovation at the Banff Gondola’s Sky Bistro (which we later get to enjoy).

Farm & Fire specializes in wood-fired and slow-roasted selections, reflecting Hergott’s farm-to-table philosophy and his commitment to sustainability. Ingredients are sourced from local purveyors (a list of who to thank is posted) and you can look into

the open kitchen to watch the artful preparations.

The bursts of flavor combinations are exciting and original – you can’t really pin down a specific cuisine - and the preparations and presentations are as pleasing to the eye as the palate. The selections are served as shared plates, family style, which creates a communal experience (amazing how much conversation happens over what to order and everyone’s reaction to sampling each).

I get my first taste of bannock and immediately become addicted. This is an indigenous fried bread with a delightful doughy texture, somewhere between a donut and a doughy roll, and delectable (not bland) flavor, that Farm & Fire serves with three different seasoned butters.

My next discovery is Chef Hergott’s Lion’s Mane Mushrooms that are indescribably delicious.

We get to meet Chef Hergott, now the executive chef for Pursuit Collection, at a tasting lunch in the Mount Royal Hotel’s Cascade lounge,

to preview the new seasonal menu for Brazen, Pursuit’s new restaurant at the historic hotel, built in 1908 and taken over by the Brewsters in 1912, the tourism enterprise that was acquired by Pursuit Collection in 2014.

Of Farm & Fire, Chef Hergott says, “It is Canadian produce and ideas but the flavors are original - small plates with big flavors.”

Each of Pursuit’s restaurants are chef-centric, he says, which means the chefs come up with their own recipes, as we will soon find out. Brazen (in a space that was once the saloon) is “out there” offering bold choices that pay homage to the mountaineers, adventurers and founders of Banff (the menu even features their photos and bios).

The culinary concept behind Brazen, which opened in June 2022, is “eat who you are.” This is only the third menu being introduced at Brazen and we get to sample such items as Ramen Eggs (with Nori, sesame, wasabi peas); duck croquettes

Dijonaise (truffle, Dijon Aioli, arugula and mushroom), bison (Tandoori roasted with watercress, red curry corn puree), Edible Earth (hummus with toasted rye crumb, Kalamata olive, roasted beet, pickled carrot, watercress); fried artichoke (dill, smoked tofu cream); ginger beef (certified Angus with blistered shishitos, onions, ginger syrup).

Small plates include pork belly (with carrot ginger puree, pickled mustard and sour maple) and salmon gravlax (strawberry gel, crème fraiche, cucumber, beet chips, dill). The smoked beef tartare is prepared with cognac, egg yoke, pickled onion and truffle oil and lit on fire as it is served “to add pizzazz” as we find out at dinner.

The desserts are incredible: Strawberry Fields is made with coconut cream, strawberry sorbet, mint oil, and strawberry rhubarb compote, then fashioned like a trompe d’oeil to look like cigarettes in an ash

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Dining at Sky Bistro atop the Sulphur Mountain summit, reached by the Banff Gondola – an incomparable view matched by an incomparable culinary experience © Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com

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tray; crème brulee made with coffee, cookie crumble and white chocolate; and Pavlova made with white chocolate, whipped cream and blueberry. So culinary artistry that is also fun.

“There are no handcuffs on our chefs to develop recipes,” Chef Scott says. He challenges his chefs to try something they never had before, or, conversely, harken back to childhood. “We want the chefs to be intentional about their food creations, have a story, don’t just create a dish, always create with a twist.”

“Our secret advantage is that our staff comes from all over the world30 countries are represented. We listen to the flavors from their home.” He encourages his chefs to write a menu from their experience and their colleagues’ past. “Then it is about how they make it their own.”

About the Lions Mane mushrooms which I so enjoyed at Farm & Fire, he says, “Let the food do the work. No more than 5 points on plate.”

There are two special challenges Chef Scott faces: there are more than 60 restaurants within this tiny (walkable) town, and the strict sustainability rules of existing within a national park, especially in stocking the Sky Bistro atop Sulphur Mountain, reached by the Banff Gondola.

“The weight of a product is restricted in the park. We spent 60-70 hours looking at compostable cups. We look at sustainability when purchasing from suppliers. Food waste is composted. We recycle spent cooking oil for fuel. Everything that goes up the mountain has to come down. We have to keep track of the propane tanks.”

We get to experience Sky Bistro, quite literally “elevated dining” and not just for the spectacular view (from

farm to summit,” Chef Scott says), along with the marvelous ride up the Banff Gondola and the whole series of experiences at the summit.

Rising up to 7,486 feet to the Sulphur Mountain summit, the Banff Gondola is Banff’s number one attraction for good reason. It’s not just the incomparable, breathtaking view of six stunning mountain ranges and the sweep of the Bow Valley from the summit, but the delightful eateries including the superb Sky Bistro, engaging exhibits, “Night Rising” (a creative sound-and-light happening), and for me, the chance to scamper down and up a half-mile long boardwalk along the peak to another peak to see the intriguingly named Cosmic Ray Station.

Justifiably winning the title “best rooftop restaurant in all of Canada” and the accolade, “dining sanctuary in the sky”, Sky Bistro is the most perfect place to dine as the sun is setting. The views are spectacular from the walls of windows inside, but I dash out to the observation areas. It is such perfection that I would bet there are marriage proposals just about every evening, as there is this evening.

The culinary experience pairs the grandeur of the Rocky Mountains with a distinctly Canadian menu that features the flavors of Canada through regionally sourced meats, produce and ingredients. (Check out the menu, https:// www.banffjaspercollection.com/dining/sky-bistro/our-menu/; also reserve in advance.)

At darkness, “Night Rise” takes over – a sound and light show that still is respectful of animals affected by light pollution as well as First Nations peoples who were the original inhabitants – so even the colors have to be appropriate, and it cuts off at a relatively early hour, 10 pm when the gondola closes.

There are igloos and fire pits, and sensors that make color and sound based on your own movement.

Mount Royal Hotel

Each day and night it is so pleasant to return to the Mount Royal Hotel.

One of the oldest hotels in Banff, a gold plaque outside the Mount Royal hotel says, “established in 1908. Re-imagined in 2018. Always at the heart of this community.”

The hotel was acquired by the Brewsters in 1912. It is delightfully situated so it is walking distance to absolutely everything (including the convenient buses to ski areas and that take you to Lake Louise, 45 minutes away, where private cars are not allowed and there are no lodgings).

The hotel cherishes its history, but actually, what guests experience is brand new from 2018. In the hotel’s museum we learn about the hotel had to be rebuilt twice due to fire – the most recent on Christmas 2016.

The 133-room hotel – its four-stories grandfathered in a town that limits buildings to three - was gut renovated in just 18 months after the fire (no casualties and the guests were immediately accommodated at Pursuit Collection’s other hotel, the 164-room Elk & Avenue; the damage was mainly from the water that froze instantly in minus 20 degree temperature.) First responders, including the man who would become Pursuit’s Executive Chef, Scott Hergott, spent six hours dousing the fire. Scott even went back into the structure to recover a guest’s ring.

We wander through each of the four wings of the hotel: the 1960s wing which was rebuilt after a 1967 fire by WG Milne (see some of those dramatic photos in the 2nd floor museum); a 1940s wing with works by Banff’s renowned cowboy artist Charlie Biel, who also did the

Colorful Diet for Your Eyes

BY CHARLYN FARGO

In a sports nutrition class I teach at the University of Illinois Springfield, the role of nutrition in helping athletes perform better goes undisputed. Nutrition is an important part of any top athlete’s training program.

A new study by researchers at the University of Georgia looked at how supplementing the diet of athletes with colorful fruits and vegetables could improve their visual range. Their paper was published in Exercise and Sport Sciences Reviews. It examined how a group of plant compounds that build up the retina of the eye work to improve eye health and functional vision.

Previously, researchers showed that eating foods such as dark, leafy greens or

yellow and orange vegetables, which contain high levels of lutein and zeaxanthin, improved eye and brain health.

This new study, led by neuroscience doctoral student Jack Harth of the University of Georgia’s College of Public Health, looked at higher concentrations of the plant pigment’s ability to improve vision in the far visual range.

Visual range, or how well a person can see a target clearly over distance, is critical for top athletes in almost any sport, but especially baseball. Objects get harder to see and appear fuzzier the farther they are from our eyes because of blue light.

“From a center fielder’s perspective, if that ball’s coming up in the air, it will be seen against a background of bright blue sky, or against a gray background if it’s a cloudy day. Either way, the target

relief outside the building.

The second floor has a delightful, roomy library, a small museum commemorating the Mount Royal’s history, and a place where coffee and tea are served in the morning. (You get an idea of what the Brewsters’ first livery transportation was like by the statuette in the lobby.)

The hotel’s 5th floor offers a lovely, expansive Cascade Lounge (opens at 10 am and at 4 pm serves beer, wine and cocktails), while outside are two hot tubs with gorgeous views of the mountain peaks.

The exterior of the hotel pays homage to its history and heritage, and as you walk along Banff Avenue, the town’s first street (designed in 1886 by Superintendent George Stewart), you see the original structures and enjoy the historic markers that preserve their story.

Befitting a town built on tourism, they really know how to cater to visitors – there are wonderful signs, markers, historic plaques (there are 48) and descriptions (there are 179 sites listed on its Inventory of Historic Resources including 25 Landmarks and Legends) that immerse you in the experience. They make it easy to get around. There is a free skiers bus. In summer, they turn the main street into a pedestrian mall. The surprise here is that Banff is also a real community.

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is obscured by atmospheric interference coming into that path of the light,” wrote Harth in the paper.

Though lots of athletes wear sunglasses to make it easier, “eating more foods rich in lutein and zeaxanthin can improve the eye’s natural ability to handle blue light exposure,” said Harth. Lutein and zeaxanthin add yellow pigment to the retina, reducing the amount of blue light that enters the eye. Research in the 1980s showed that eating more lutein and zeaxanthin improved the visual range of pilots.

But it’s not just for athletes or pilots. Many of us would benefit from adding more color to our diet through fruits and vegetables to improve our eyesight. The

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BY THOMAS BRENNAN

In much the same manner as my early radio background enabled me to develop the listening skills to become entranced by the cadence of Vin Scully and Red Barber; I believe that comic books acted as a catalyst to my eventually becoming an avid reader.

A comic book gives the reader a drawn picture of a character speaking printed words, which I have always seen as a kind of training ground for making the more complex transition of using your own imagination to develop a mental picture of a central character drawn from a described event in a novel. In essence, comic book reading is not frivolous even as its purpose is simply to entertain. In time, from comic book reading, the young reader learns to develop the attention span to more readily enter into a novel’s well-developed plot in much the same manner as a comic book panel leads the reader deeper into a story line even if the central character is Donald Duck.

Most of us in our immediate area played street games; the arena was right in front of us as we walked out of our front door, but eventually, and at a very early age, quite a few of us entered into another part of the expansive venue of Prospect Heights: the children’s entrance of the Main Branch of the Brooklyn Public Library. It, too, was right around the corner. We did this as we did everything else, by ourselves. I know of no one who was first taken to the library by a concerned parent, even as I was often encouraged to visit by my father.

There was an advantage in having your local library have the distinction of being a “Main Branch” building located in an art-deco setting that was an integral part of the Grand Army Plaza background, even as the library’s more modern design broke from the Victorian Era architectural theme of the immediate area. Our library was not only bigger with its vast reserves of stored books far more extensive than the norm, but the inside layout was spacious and visually appealing. There was an added benefit that came from our recognizing the orderliness in how knowledge and information was structured and easily referenced.

The outside appearance of the library was simply magnificent and was intended to act as a beacon to draw people within its high vaulted main entrance doors.

Many of the books in the children’s section reflected the distinctive spirit of adventure that I have always felt

The Gift of Reading

personified the rugged era of the late nineteen thirties. I think the reason for the number of books dating to that period may have been that during the war years, there was little budget consideration for the purchase of library books.

Movies of the late thirties, which we would see in the local theaters on Saturday afternoons, and later on early TV, featured pirates, cowboys and Indians, as well as classical heroes like Robin Hood, all accompanied by vivid action and stirring music. Then too, we were exposed to characters like Jungle Jim, and other fearless explorers who somehow always managed to run into quicksand or to become confronted by a pack of hungry lions. In addition, we were exposed to episodic serial shorts like Buck Rogers and Flash Gordon, which were a late nineteen thirties’ scifi staple that we loved.

As far as I was concerned, all of these attractions seemed directed toward a world of adventure and daring depicted in a dramatic manner that beckoned to young boys and their lively imaginations. Our hunger for Westerns made in the nineteen-thirties that were shown on a revolving basis on Saturday movie matinees, was insatiable. When television later became a living-room fixture, these same films were regularly seen on early TV. The lure of the Wild West became an appetite that was never truly satisfied.

The popularity of westerns was yet another indication of that era’s rugged spirit, an energy that later became sustained and amplified by the written word that we would seek out at the library.

Here at our disposal was “Knockout” and “The Kid in Left Field” by John Tunis, the numerous comedies of the Henry Aldrich genre, featuring naïve but humorous and likeable teenagers, along with Landmark books that were historical and often interesting. Most especially I joined so many others in the generation ahead of me who loved The Hardy Boys series.

Later would come, P. C. Wren’s, “Beau Greste,” Jeffrey Farnol’s “The Amateur Gentleman,” Sabatini’s ‘Scaramouche,” and “Captain Blood,” as well as Kenneth Roberts’ historical novels, along with so many others. Thanks to an attentive and caring librarian who will always have my gratitude, I was the first library patron to take out a brand new edition of a massive tome, “The Knights of the Round Table,” set in a beautifully-bound white leather binding illustrated by Howard Pyle. Suddenly, as I turn the pages, I am back on my horse, but this time my

imagination takes me not to Colorado with the Lone Ranger, but rather I am on a mighty steed in front of a bridge in pre-Medieval England, staring at the heroic image of Sir Lancelot. Many of us would no doubt cite a similar list. A number of the books I took home did not have a jacket cover, having only the hard book binding itself, and I still like the sense of that raw book feel.

Once again, I had entered into a private world, one to which, from my hours of lying on my living room rug listening with rapt attention to every word spoken on the radio, or while intently reading a comic book, or for that matter doing both, I had been honed to become receptive. In one sense, I went into the library as I did years before into Jake’s Candy Store on a Saturday morning, looking for a new comic book edition. As in Jake’s, I was selective, looking for a hidden find, maybe a returned Hardy Boys book I had not yet read. Reading was something I liked that I could do on my own. Almost everyone I knew grow-

ing up who were so exposed became lifetime readers. To this day when we meet, those of us who had that exposure will talk about what book we have recently read that might be of interest.

I never looked at the library as a haven for the intellect. In essence, I felt that the library became yet another kind of pleasure dome, a separate, almost secret place to be readily entertained. Furthermore, reading a comic book or a library book while listening to an episode of Straight Arrow, I would always pause to lift my head up to listen to the searing ‘whish’ of his arrow in the exciting intro phase. The characters and the format of both venues became immediately plausible priming me for other real adventures that awaited me as I advanced in years.

Ultimately, I became better prepared for the encounters with the good and evil, friend and foe, joy and sorrow, as the story of life ultimately revealed itself chapter by chapter.

BY TOM MARGENAU

Q: In a recent column, you highlighted some harsh words from a guy who was critical of the government in general and the Social Security Administration in particular.

I just wanted to tell you that my recent experience with the SSA filing a claim for retirement benefits could not have gone more smoothly. I used the online application process, and everything went like clockwork. My claim was finished in less than a week and my first check showed up in my bank account right on time. Can you please let people know the system works?

Q: It really galls me to hear people criticize the Social Security Administration and them lambaste you as a former employee of the agency. You should know that our recent dealings with SSA were top-rate. The representative we dealt with was courteous, classy and knowledgeable. We could not have been happier with the service we received

Q: I don’t see how you put up with those nasty, finger-pointing old goats who seem to have nothing better to do than gripe about alleged poor service from the Social Security Administration. My guess is that whatever problems they might have had with the agency came about in large part because of the big chip they have on their shoulder when it comes to anything having to do with the government. My wife and I just wanted you to know that our recent interaction with SSA employees when we filed for our retirement benefits was exceptional. They were very helpful.

Q: What I want to know is: Why are you so willing to publish diatribes from people who are so critical of an agency you spent most of your life working for? I just think you should know that when I recently signed up for my retirement benefits, the local Social Security office people were very efficient and courteous. The young woman who took care of me was professional in every way. The entire process was smooth and simple. Please publish the good news about SSA and stop highlighting the few bad apples.

These are just a few of the emails I received following a recent column in which, once again, some guy was critical of the Social Security Administration and its employees. And sadly, those critical emails usually outnumber the glowing ones. But I’m sure that has a lot to do with the fact that people are much more likely to complain about poor service than they are to acknowledge and praise good service. That’s why I was so pleased to get the emails that I printed in today’s column.

Some readers may remember a cus-

Customers Give SSA a Thumbs Up

tomer service survey column I wrote about several years ago. I was getting lots of emails from readers critical of the SSA’s services or of the allegedly bad advice they were getting from the agency’s representatives. Once again, I figured that people were much more likely to write and complain about bad service than they were to send me accolades praising good service.

So, I decided to test my theory by conducting a survey of my readers. I got hundreds of responses. Long story short: The vast majority -- almost 90% -- of respondents said they were happy and satisfied with the service they got from the SSA.

That was the good news for the Social Security Administration and its employees. But there was another side to that coin. I was able to glean this bit of information from the responses. SSA’s front line employees did routine work very well. And fortunately, most of us have rather routine experiences with Social Security. We turn 62 or 67 and want to file for retirement benefits and that’s that. It’s all rather simple and cut and dried.

But if your Social Security situation is not quite routine, then, sadly, SSA reps sometimes fall down on the job. And I think a lot of this has to do with training. When I started working for the SSA in 1973, I went to a highly intensive and vigorous 3 month class that was taught by very expert trainers -- frontline supervisory people who had been with the agency for decades and who had seen it all. And they passed all this knowledge on to us young neophytes -- comprehensive facts and information that carried us through our careers. But regrettably, that’s not the way things work anymore. Today, new SSA hires get about 6 weeks of mostly online computer training. That’s just not the way to teach raw recruits about all the complicated Social Security rules and regulations.

So, if you are John Q. or Jane Q. Public, what are you supposed to do if you are pushing Social Security age and you are about to deal with the Social Security Administration for the first time?

Well, as I alluded to earlier, most of you probably have fairly routine situations. You are about to retire and you want to apply for your Social Security benefits, and that’s all. In that case, I recommend you get on your computer and go to www.socialsecurity.gov and file online. The whole process is really quite simple.

But if you’ve got a Social Security case with a few wrinkles -- like having a spouse eligible for Social Security benefits at the same time; like possibly being eligible for benefits on two different accounts (usually your own and a living or deceased or divorced husband or wife); or like wanting to file for benefits before full retirement age but continue working part time -- then I recommend you

talk to someone in person by calling the SSA at 800-772-1213, If the first person you talk to seems a little hesitant or unsure of himself or herself, ask to speak to a supervisor.

Or send an email to a highly trained but now retired former SSA representative who writes a nationally syndicated column about Social Security issues. I can’t take your claim, but I certainly will be able to answer your questions.

If you have a Social Security question, Tom Margenau has two books with all the answers. One is called “Social Security -- Simple and Smart: 10 Easy-to-Understand Fact Sheets That Will Answer All Your Questions About Social Security.” The other is “Social Security: 100 Myths and 100 Facts.” You can find the books at Amazon.com or other book outlets.

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I am quite sure that all of those in the commercial real estate business are very well aware of the devastation that the Covid-19 Pandemic has caused to many segments of our economy especially the values of the commercial office sector in New York City as well as most major metropolitan locations. Prices have tumbled and there are those that are and have been bailing out of ownership of those types of investments. The Pandemic was and is the major factor contributing to the 35% of U.S. workers whose jobs can be performed remotely and are now currently working at home. Some have gone back to work part-time, 1-2 or more days per week as requested by various companies, and a few others, like Alon Musk at Tesla, that have demanded that everyone come back to work or get fired or laid off.

Statista, which takes surveys and compiles crucial information about the workforce here and around the globe about work habits, preferences, and opinions about work, did a survey on April 24, 2023, and I quote:

“Working remotely has been an emerging trend in recent years. Between 2017 and 2018, there were about 34.7 million full-time workers who had the option to work from home. Of these people, nearly 24 percent reported working from home due to personal preference. In 2019, 73 percent of people working from home said that the flexibility of working remotely had positively impacted their personal well-being and improved their ability to balance work with leisure and community activities. Additionally, more than 70% of people working remotely saw improvement in their mental health. In some cases, workers reported experiencing more distractions when working at home. However, many found a remote work environment to be more conducive to productivity, and saw improvement in their job performance; a factor that has made remote work appealing to employers. In the 2nd quarter of 2020, 70% worked remotely, due to the Covid-19 Pandemic. In the

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authors concluded that small improvements in visual ability can produce significant performance advantages in athletic competitions; increasing amounts of lutein and zeaxanthin through dietary changes can produce significant improvements in visual range, among other abilities relevant to sports.

2nd quarter of 2021, 48% worked remotely. In the 4th quarter of 2022, it was down to 24%.”

According to a recent survey completed by Randstad, a provider of human resources services, 61% of those surveyed would not accept a position that they felt would adversely affect their work-life balance.

The Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco also did a study in September 2022 called “Remote Work and Housing Demand.” They found that 30% of work across the U.S. was still being done at home in August 2022, especially in cities with an abundant amount of tech jobs. According to the study, the shift to home-based work accounted for 60% of the U.S. home price increases during the Pandemic.

So it was obvious that many did go back to their offices and probably enjoyed seeing their workers once again, assisting in making them feel more stable and mentally cognizant and happier with their old familiar surroundings. However, the number of hybrid workers in the 2nd quarter of 2020 was 18%, as so many had established that as a more permanent work environment. In the 2nd quarter of 2021, it rose to 31%, mainly due to the Pandemic, and by 2023, 53% participated in hybrid work. So many became comfortable with being able to work at home and at the same time go to their offices. I believe this created a truly positive work-life balanced environment. Working and having to go to an office has drastically changed and will never be the same as the Covid19 Pandemic had totally changed the dynamics and attitude of the normal job and its’ previous requirements. My belief is that the mental health and stability of those who either work from home full time or have a hybrid schedule is and will be far more beneficial for the majority. The connection and closeness to one’s family will greatly

enhance relationships and create more free time, instead of countless hours of travel time, especially for those who are further away from their jobs. The saved time will be better spent in more productive ways whether working or spending time with significant others and family. However, on the negative side, public transportation has suffered greatly with the severe lack of ridership due to the increased hybrid working habitat. How will the MTA and local transportation survive without income? As the largest rapid transit system and infrastructure in the world, increased taxes and fares will be required and a necessity to enable it to survive and hopefully thrive, unless a better form of transportation will come about, which is always possible. Greater emphasis on efficiency and technology, watching excessive cost overruns, more strict oversight in those taking advantage of overtime and better scheduling will surely greatly improve the operation. For many who are planning to start a business or who currently work remotely, purchasing a home with that additional space has become tantamount, crucial, and pretty much mandatory. Homes with that additional space have become more valuable as workplace flexibility becomes most important. For those who were spending hundreds of dollars a month on transportation and food, that has enabled working from home to be a huge cost savings. This has greatly assisted some to spend a bit more on a home to acquire that additional and necessary space for their job and/or business. Also, small workspaces have become extremely popular and some of the largest co-working type companies offering downsized spaces are global leader, Regus, under their IWG umbrella, a group of hybrid-working brands, including, HQ Global Workplaces

I believe this new way to work is the

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Q and A

Q: What is Himalayan salt?

A: Himalayan salt is a pink-hued variety of salt that is sourced near the Himalayas of South Asia. The origins of the salt date back millions of years when the salt was deposited in a prehistoric lagoon. Until recently the Himalayan salt market was fairly small. Now, exports have grown to 400,000 tons of salt each

replacement of the concept of the 4-day work week which has been discussed and written about for years, but somehow, never really took hold until the Pandemic. So this is our new hybrid flexible work week that will most likely be the future for many in the workforce and create a happier and more productive work environment.

Philip A. Raices is the owner/Broker of Turn Key Real Estate at 3 Grace Ave Suite 180 in Great Neck. He has 40 years experience in the Real Estate industry and has earned designations as a Graduate of the Realtor Institute (G.R.I.) and also as a Certified International Property Specialist (C.I.P.S.) and in 2022 has earned his National Association of Realtors “Green Industry designation for eco-friendly construction. He will provide you with “free” regular updates of sold and new homes in your town via the Multiple Listing Service of Long Island (MLSLI) or go to https://WWW. Li-RealEstate.Com and you can “do it yourself (DYI) and search on your own. For a “FREE” `15 minute consultation, as well as well as a “FREE printout or digital value analysis of what your home might sell for in today’s market without any obligation or “strings” attached. He can also provide a copy of “Unlocking the Secrets of Real Estate’s New Market Reality, and our Seller’s and Buyer’s Guides for “Things to Consider when Selling, investing or Purchasing your Home.

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

year. While Himalayan salt has no calories, protein or fat, it does have sodium and trace minerals of calcium, potassium and magnesium, which give the salt its pink tint. Himalayan salt carries the same risks as other types of salt -- getting too much sodium can lead to high blood pressure and raises the risk for heart disease. Treat Himalayan salt like another other type of salt -- use it sparingly.

Charlyn Fargo is a registered dietitian with SIU Med School in Springfield, Illinois, and the current president of the Illinois Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. For comments or questions, contact her at charfarg@aol.com or follow her on Twitter @NutritionRD.

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How Bright Are the Stars?

BY DENNIS MAMMANA

Week of July 16-22, 2023

Much as we measure the intensity of natural phenomena such as earthquakes or tornadoes with a “magnitude,” we also use the term to refer to a star’s brightness. Unfortunately, many beginning stargazers are mystified by this concept.

It was the ancient Greek astronomer Hipparchus who, 21 centuries ago, compiled the first catalog of star brightnesses. In it, he listed the stars around the sky and rated their brightnesses on a scale of 1 to 6. He designated the brightest as first magnitude and the dimmest as sixth.

When astronomers began using modern technology to measure stellar brightnesses, they learned two interesting things. First, they found that each of Hipparchus’ magnitudes is about 2.5 times brighter than the next greater magnitude. In other words, a second-magnitude star is about 2.5 times brighter than one of third magnitude. And, secondly, they found that there were objects brighter than first magnitude, as well as countless objects fainter than sixth. So, they expanded the scale to accommodate these.

For example, stars 2.5 times brighter than first magnitude were termed zero magnitude. Vega, the brightest star now appearing high in the east at dusk, is a good case in point. Stars brighter than this were assigned negative magnitudes, and those stars fainter than naked-eye visibility were assigned larger magnitudes.

Remember that number line you learned in school? Thought you’d never see it again, didn’t you!

The range of celestial brightnesses is impressive. The sun shines at a stunning magnitude of -26, and the full moon appears at -12.5. This week, the planet Venus appearing low in the western sky at dusk shines at -4.7. The faintest objects seen by the largest professional telescopes have been measured to be about 30th magnitude.

BY TRACY BECKERMAN

My husband has never been a coffee drinker. He’ll go for an extremely sweetened cappuccino every now and then that would induce sugar shock in most people, but typically he’s more of a tea kind of guy. Still, he’s always respected our hot drink differences and although he’s suggested I decaf a bit, he’s never sunk to doomsday tactics to get me to give up caffeine. Then he started drinking this health food store green drink that smells like wet grass clippings and makes you want to moo when you drink it. It came with names like Daily Health Greens, Green Goodness and Field of Greens, which neither made me want to drink it nor skip through meadows of it.

Of course, once he discovered his new elixir, he became the poster child of green drink consumption. He extolled

Ancient Greek astronomer Hipparchus created the original system of classifying a star’s magnitude.

Now, throwing around numbers like this can be interesting, but to see how this brightness scale works, go outdoors after dark and look midway up in the northern sky. There, Northern Hemisphere stargazers should spot Polaris, the North Star. It’s not the brightest in the heavens as many beginners think; it’s rather faint -- only a second-magnitude star.

Streaming upward from Polaris after dark this week are the stars of the Little Dipper. This grouping is tough to see from anywhere near the bright lights of a city. From there, you’d be lucky to find Polaris and maybe two additional stars, but drive to a dark site in the wilderness and you’ll have much less trouble locating all seven stars of the Little Dipper.

Once you find it, you’ll discover that each of the Little Dipper’s “bowl” stars shines with a different brightness. The brightest is known as Kochab and

It’s Not Easy Being Green

the virtues of a green drink lifestyle and pointed out all the celebrities who embraced his new passion with him. At first, he subtly tried to get me to come over to the green side. But then he made numerous overt attempts to get me to convert from coffee to mowedlawn drink in the name of health.

He offered it to me mixed with lemon juice. He gave it to me mixed with apple juice. He blended it with ice and made me a mowed-lawn smoothie. In an effort to be open-minded, I politely tried each one before making a face, gagging and pouring it down the sink. Finally, I told him I’d have to have a tastebud-ectomy to drink it again.

This was not the first time he got on a beverage bandwagon. There was the time he got on the juicing kick and every morning I would wake to the sound of apples, bananas and strawber-

appears much the same as Polaris: second magnitude. To the right of Kochab lies Pherkad, a third-magnitude star. Then comes Zeta Ursae Minoris -- a fourth-magnitude star. And finally, we find Eta Ursae Minoris -- a fifth-magnitude star.

Along with the stars of the Summer Triangle high in the eastern sky, you’ll have a good set of comparison stars to estimate the magnitudes of others around the heavens. Once you begin to do this, you’ll be able to estimate stellar magnitudes without using any of these comparison stars for help.

Follow Dennis Mammana at facebook/dennismammana.

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ries being diced, sliced and juicified. He got a book about juicing, watched videos about juicing and got a special machine just for juicing. I became resigned to the fact that my kitchen counters would be eternally covered in fruit pulp and my garbage overflowing with orange peels and apple cores. But then one day the juicing craze ended just as mysteriously as it began and was replaced by the powdered grass clippings.

“This green drink is filled with vitamins and minerals,” he said enthusiastically.

“So is my multivitamin,” I replied.

“But this has seaweed in it,” he said.

“Is that supposed to be a selling point?” I said, wrinkling up my nose.

“Seaweed is good for you,” he said.

“So is fish oil,” I said, “But I’m not going to drink that either.”

True, the idea of a seaweed smoothie made my

mouth water... but not in a good way.

“Spongebob drinks kelp smoothies,” he finally said, attempting to appeal to the mom in me.

“That would only be a selling point if I wore square pants and lived in a pineapple under the sea,” I replied.

The next morning as I waited for my coffee to brew and he drank his glass of grass, he said to me, “You’re never going to drink this stuff, are you?”

“No,” I replied. “Not unless I come back in my next life as a cow.”

Tracy Beckerman is the author of the Amazon Bestseller, “Barking at the Moon: A Story of Life, Love, and Kibble,” available on Amazon and Barnes and Noble online! You can visit her at www. tracybeckerman.com.

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This flaky dessert is all about the blueberries

Blueberry Galette

Blueberries should be a delicious part of people’s daily diets because this flavorful fruit packs a nutritious punch. Blueberries are a great source of antioxidants, which can help the body fend off various illnesses.

Native to North America, blueberries are available fresh,

8 portions

Crust

3 cups unbleached all-purpose flour

1 1⁄2 teaspoons salt

2 tablespoons sugar

Filling

8 cups fresh or frozen blueberries

frozen and canned and are used in a variety of recipes. Plus, they’re right at home whether one is serving breakfast, dinner or dessert. However, many people feel that blueberries are best eaten as pie filling.

Various pastries showcase blueberries, including the French galette. A galette is not

a pie, but more of a freeform crusty cake. However, it is similar to pie, making it a welcome alternative to that popular pastry. This recipe for “Blueberry Galette,” courtesy of the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council, is a delicious treat that’s perfect for entertaining.

4 ounces lard or shortening, cut into 1⁄2-inch pieces and frozen

1 cup unsalted butter, cut into 1⁄2-inch pieces and refrigerated

1⁄2 cup ice water

1 teaspoon vodka

1 lemon, zested

1 tablespoon lemon juice

3⁄4 cup sugar, plus 2 tablespoons, separated

3 1⁄2 tablespoons cornstarch

1⁄4 teaspoon salt

CRUST

1. Combine the flour, salt and sugar in a food processor. Add the butter and lard.

2. Use the food processor to work the butter and lard into the flour by pulsing it until the butter is in pea-sized pieces.

3. Whisk the water and vodka together and add it to the flour/ butter mixture a few tablespoons at a time. It will start to look shaggy, but not dry. It should hold together when you squeeze it in your hand.

1 egg

1 tablespoon water

4. Gently press the dough into a ball using a pastry scraper or your hands. Divide the dough into two pieces and create round disks. Wrap the dough in plastic and refrigerate for at least an hour, or overnight.

FILLING

1. In a small bowl, combine 3⁄4 cup sugar, cornstarch, salt, and lemon zest. Massage the zest into the sugar.

2. In a large bowl, toss together the blueberries and lemon juice. Add the sugar/lemon zest mix-

ture and gently stir to coat the blueberries.

3. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. On a floured surface, roll out the chilled pie dough into a 1⁄8-inch-thick-circle. Dust off any extra flour and lay crust onto the prepared pan.

4. Mound the blueberry filling in the middle of crust. Fold and crimp the dough up so that it covers at least 2 inches of the filling. Freeze the shaped galette for at least 15 minutes to chill the dough.

5. Preheat the oven to 425 F and set rack in middle of the oven.

6. Just before baking, beat the egg and water together and brush the edges with egg wash. Sprinkle crust with the remaining 2 tablespoons of sugar.

7. Bake for 30 minutes, then turn the oven down to 350 F and bake for an additional 30 minutes.

This recipe yields two 12-inch galette crusts. Extra dough can be stored in an airtight container for up to one month.

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The Mobil service station reported a vehicle damaged a gas pump while driving away with the gas hose still attached on July 9th.

Controlled substance

Officers conducted an investigation on Locust Street, resulting in the July 10th arrest of a motorist for possession of a controlled substance, aggravated unlicensed operation (31 license suspensions), and multiple traffic offenses.

Bail scammer

A victim stated he received a scam phone call from someone claiming to be a Garden City Police officer who said his sister was arrested and needed money for bail. The victim then called his sister, who stated she was not arrested. He also called the Garden City Police Department, who advised that they did not make the call.

Vehicles entered

Items were reported stolen from vehicles on Pine Street and Garden Street on July 11th. A male subject was seen on surveillance cameras checking car door handles in the area.

Hit and run

Officers are investigating a report that a vehicle left the scene after colliding into another vehicle on Clinton Road in the vicinity of the fire station on July 11th.

Overweight truck

A company was charged with operating a truck on Clinton Road while 20,000 pounds overweight on July 11th.

Suspended registration

A Stewart Avenue motorist was charged with driving with a suspended registration and non-transparent windows on July 11th.

BB gunshot

A female victim told Garden City Police she was walking on 11th Street on July 11th when she was apparently shot with a BB pellet, fired from a gold SUV, striking her in the neck and causing minor pain.

DWI

arrest

Garden City Police arrested a Stewart Avenue motorcyclist on July 11th for allegedly driving with a license revoked due to a prior DWI arrest, two license suspensions, an expired registration, and driving on a sidewalk.

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LEGAL NOTICES LETTERS

Email: Editor@GCNews.com

From page 36

Sands Casino?

Why haven’t they publicly announced unanimous support for the Village Trustees resolution?

Is there a wait to see which way political winds are blowing? Maybe to claim credit after the fact? Anyone meeting with Sands seeking ‘benefits’?

What happened to having the best interest of the Village at the core of their principles?

The time to speak up is now and with a loud and unified voice – to support our Mayor and Trustees – who have been working hard to stop Blakeman’s casino plan.

History is filled with examples of groups and individuals who failed to speak out about a threat.

When organizations are silent, they become ‘silent supporters’ in disguise.

Please join ‘Say No to the Casino’ voices. Every day they are working to send the casino down to defeat. It’s the only position if you are interested in the future of Garden City.

Richard J. Williams

Friends donate $25K for furniture

From page 34 play area accessible from four sides and thereby more browsable. This will help to complete a more open and updated look throughout the space, to match the other newly renovated areas.

This is their second such donation in the past three years, having donated $30,000 to the Children’s Renovation project in 2021. This new seating, browsing, and book sale area will be commemorated with a plaque to recognize the Friends of the Garden City Library’s generous contribution, and the importance of their ongoing financial support and assistance to the Library, enhancing services and resources for the Garden City community.

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NASSAU COUNTY LEGAL NOTICE

VILLAGE OF GARDEN CITY, NEW YORK

The resolution, a summary of which is published herewith, has been adopted on June 1, 2023, and an abstract thereof has been published and posted as required by law and the period of time has elapsed for the submission and filing of a petition for a permissive referendum and a valid petition has not been submitted and filed.

The validity of the obligations authorized by such resolution may be hereafter contested only if such obligations were authorized for an object or purpose for which the Village of Garden City, in the County of Nassau, New York, is not authorized to expend money or if the provisions of law which should have been complied with as of the date of publication of this notice were not substantially complied with, and an action, suit or proceeding contesting such validity is commenced within twenty days after the date of publication of the notice, or such obligations were authorized in violation of the provisions of the constitution.

Karen M. Altman, Village Clerk

BOND RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE OF GARDEN CITY, NEW YORK, ADOPTED JUNE 1, 2023, AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF BONDS IN A PRINCIPAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $650,000 TO FINANCE THE CONSTRUCTION OF ROOF AND MASONRY IMPROVEMENTS AT THE LIBRARY BUILDING, STATING THE ESTIMATED MAXIMUM COST THEREOF IS $650,000 AND APPROPRIATING SAID AMOUNT FOR SUCH PURPOSE

The object or purpose for which the bonds are authorized is the construction of roof and masonry improvements at the Library building, at the estimated maximum cost of $650,000. The period of usefulness is fifteen (15) years. The maximum amount of obligations authorized to be issued is $650,000.

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

West End Design Workshop, LLC Arts. Of Org. filed with the SSNY on 6/5/23. Office: Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to the LLC, 60 Forester St. Long Beach, NY 11561. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

NASSAU COUNTY FORECLOSURE NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU Bank of America, N.A., Plaintiff AGAINST Marie Brifil; et al.,

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

Notice of Formation of Norton Designs Limited Liability Corporation. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 2023-05-31. Office location: Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent of Limited Liability Company (LLC) upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY should mail process to Stephen Norton: 110 Chestnut Street Garden City NY 11530. Purpose: Any lawful purpose

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

NASSAU COUNTY

NOTICE OF SALE

A complete copy of the bond resolution summarized above shall be available for public inspection during normal business hours at the office of the Village of Garden City, Village Hall, 351 Stewart Avenue, Garden City, New York.

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK - COUNTY OF NASSAU

NASSAU COUNTY

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK - COUNTY OF NASSAU

U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF THE CSFB MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-CF1, V.

COLLEEN TRETTIEN, ET. AL.

NOTICE OF SALE

U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF THE CSFB MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-CF1, V.

COLLEEN TRETTIEN, ET. AL.

NOTICE OF SALE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated January 19, 2017, and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau, wherein U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF THE CSFB MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-CF1 is the Plaintiff and COLLEEN TRETTIEN, ET AL. are the Defendant(s).  I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on July 25, 2023 at 2:30PM, premises known as 162 MEADOW STREET, GARDEN CITY, NY 11530:  Section 34, Block 546, Lot 32 & 39:

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated January 19, 2017, and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau, wherein U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF THE CSFB MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-CF1 is the Plaintiff and COLLEEN TRETTIEN, ET AL. are the Defendant(s).  I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on July 25, 2023 at 2:30PM, premises known as 162 MEADOW STREET, GARDEN CITY, NY 11530:  Section 34, Block 546, Lot 32 & 39:

ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT PEICE OR PARCEL OF LAND OF LAND, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF GARDEN CITY, TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK,

ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT PEICE OR PARCEL OF LAND OF LAND, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF GARDEN CITY, TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK,

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 000801/2015. Mark Ricciardi, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES.

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 000801/2015. Mark Ricciardi, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES.

Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered December 11, 2019 I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on July 27, 2023 at 3:00PM, premises known as 1033 Tulsa Street, Uniondale, NY 11553. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Uniondale (not incorporated) in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau, State of New York, Section 50 Block Y Lots 234 and 271. Approximate amount of judgment $478,976.09 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 605833/2019. The auction will be conducted pursuant to the COVID-19 Policies Concerning Public Auctions of Foreclosed Property established by the Tenth Judicial District. Foreclosure Auctions will be held "Rain or Shine." Malachy P. Lyons Jr, Esq, Referee LOGS Legal Group LLP f/k/a Shapiro, DiCaro & Barak, LLC Attorney(s) for the Plaintiff 175 Mile Crossing Boulevard Rochester, New York 14624 (877) 4304792 Dated: May 19, 2023

Notice of Formation of MCPARTLAND - WILSON CREATIVE ARTS THERAPY, PLLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 2023-04-03. Office location: Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent of upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY should mail process to Georgena Jeanne McPartland-Wilson: 116 Roosevelt St Garden City NY 11530. Purpose: Any lawful purpose

Children’s Shows in the Parks

Recreation and Parks has scheduled the following shows for children in our neighborhood parks:

• Monday, July 17, at 6:30 p.m. –Magic by Amore at Grove Park

• Monday, August 7, at 6:30 p.m. – Magic by Amore at Nassau Haven

• Tuesday, August 15, at 6 p.m.“Jungle Jam” Puppet Show at Hemlock Park

All performances are free. Please bring chairs or blankets to sit and enjoy! Raindates will be scheduled if the weather is less than perfect.

The Best Secret in Town

Did you know that each of our neighbor hood parks runs a free 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 26, and ending Friday, August 11.

Where: Nassau Haven, Edgemere, Tullamore, Grove, and Hemlock Parks

Time: Beginning 10 a.m. and running throughout the day, check your local park for posted schedules.

This program is only as great as the children who attend. Please support our staff as they strive to create a great summer for the children.

Garden City Recreation and Parks 2023 Summer Gazebo Concerts

Here is the list of summer concerts that will be held at the Garden City Gabezo at 349 Stewart Avenue. Concerts on held on Thursdays and start at 7:15 pm. Bring chairs or blankets and enjoy!

• July 20: Manhattan Skyline –An all-star group brings back the best of NY vocal harmonies.

• July 27: Risky Business – Old time rock and roll.

• August 3: Garth Brooks Tribute – They Got “Friends in Low Places”!

• August 10: Jenna Esposito –Tunes for the Great American Songbook.

• August 17: Beyond Fab – The

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Best of the Beatles.

Concerts are held rain or shine. In the event of less than perfect weather, the concert will be held at the Cultural and Performing Arts Center in St. Paul’s Cluett Hall, 295 Stewart Ave.

Summer Chess Wizards Camp

Announced

Garden City Recreation and Parks has again partnered with the very popular “Chess Wizards” to offer after school programs for Garden City children ages 5 through 12 who want to learn the game of chess!

Chess Wizards is a fun way to have kids experience the excitement of chess. Kids will play in mini tournaments, have interactive lessons with chess pros and play cool chess variants like bug house. It is proven that chess enhances cognitive development in children, improves both verbal and mathematical skills, and increases all levels of academic performance! Playing chess stimulates the mind and helps children strengthen skills such as focusing, visualizing goals, abstract thinking, and forming concrete opinions.

Instructors (who are called “Wizards”) provide all the materials necessary for your child to participate in the class and no additional purchase is required to attend. All students will receive a trophy, puzzle folder and wizards t-shirt. Come join the fun!!!

Two weeks of camp will be offered for this program:

• July 24 – 28 from 9 a.m. to noon OR noon to 3 p.m.

• August 14 – 18 from 9 am to noon OR noon to 3 p.m.

All classes will be held in St. Paul’s Cottages. The cost of each 5-day, 3-hour camp is $220.

Your child may register for a full day and bring lunch at a cost of $320.

To register for this program please visit the Chess Wizards website at www.chesswizards.com

Incrediflix Filmaking Camps for Ages 7–13

Incrediflix is back! This very popular film making camp guides children through the aspects of this great hobby. Children will work in age appropriate groups to create and make their own short film. Topics are listed below. Lunch supervision is included for any child who would like to stay for both sessions of that week’s camp. All flix will be professionally edited and will be downloadable within a month after camp ends.

Where: Community Park Tennis Hut

Cost: $205 for each ½ day session, or $385 if you register for both sessions in the same week, bring your lunch, stay for two classes

Topics are:

Week of July 17–20: Live

Action Flix

9:00 a.m. to moon

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

Claymation Flix

1:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Join us as we make our own claymation movie! You will create your own clay character to star in a movie you will film, direct, and voice over in small groups!

Week of July 31 – August 3

Action Movie Flix

9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

There is no limits in your action packed movie when using a green screen and camera tricks. You will collaborate to write, act and direct in this stunt packed moved where you will be taught action choreography to thrill an audience!

Action Stop Motion Flix

1:00 to 4:00 pm

Use stop motion tricks to create fires, explosions, and even floods as your characters battle it out or work together to save the day in the action packed stop motion class. You will work in small groups to storyboard, create the action and film these exciting movies.

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

Youth Baseball Camp at Community Park

Recreation and Parks will again conduct a Summer Baseball Camp for boys and girls that are residents of the Village of Garden City and entering 1st through 5th grades in September.

This instructional program is offered for boys and girls entering 1st through 5th grades. The camp will focus on individual skill development, and the importance of playing together as a team.

Youngsters in each age category will be divided into appropriate skill levels and will receive group instruction.

EQUIPMENT NEEDED: Baseball glove, sneakers or rubber cleats

When: Week of July 17–20

Where: Community Park’s Baseball Fields

Time: 9 – 11:30 a.m.

Fee: $ 130 each week

To register, please visit the Recreation and Parks office at 108 Rockaway Avenue or, if you have a password you can register online at www.gcreconline.gardencityny.net.

GC Recreation & Parks Presents Mad Science Summer Camp

Mad Science of Long Island is a com-

pany who provides a wonderful learning experience in a camp setting. Residents of the Village of Garden City entering grades 1–5 are encouraged to attend. The topics and details for each camp are listed below.

For any Science Camp, all checks should be made payable to LI Steam Group. To register, please visit the Recreation and Parks office at 108 Rockaway Avenue.

FOR ALL WEEKS:

Where: St. Paul’s Center

Time: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m

Fee: $350, checks only made payable to LI Steam Group

Weekly topics are:

July 10–14

Topic: Flight Academy for Entering Grades 1–5

Birds, kites, planes and rockets—if it flies we will explore it in this camp! All week long campers will build various flying machines, explore space, and learn about Newton’s laws of motion in the fun camp!

July 17–21

Topic: Brixology for Entering Grades 2–5

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

July 24–28

Topic: Ready to ROBOT for Entering Grades 2–5 ($25 additional fee during the first day of class)

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

July 31–August 4 & 5

Topic: Motion Madness for Entering Grades 1–5

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

August 7–11

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

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

August 21–25

Topic: Crazy Chemworks for Entering Grades 2–5

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

Imagine Arts Academy Summer Camp

For Children Entering Grades 1–5

Recreation and Parks will offer the following summer art camps for Garden City residents entering grades 1–5 in the cottages at St. Paul’s. Each session is one week long and runs from 9 a.m. to noon. The subjects of each camp and the dates are as follows:

Crayola® Artblazers

(August 14–18)

Participants discover inspiring masterpieces and artists who have changed the world of art. They will experiment with different techniques and use Crayola® art materials to express their ideas. They design a unique, artist inspired creation in each class.

The fee for each week will be $ 350,

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checks only made payable to LI Steam Group. To register, please visit the Recreation and Parks Office at 108 Rockaway Avenue.

Community Park Summer Tennis Camps for Ages 4–15

Recreation and Parks’ Tennis Camp program offers children ages 4 through 15 an opportunity to learn or advance their tennis skills while working with experienced tennis pros in a fun setting. Our camps are set by age and children will be grouped according to ability within their camp. All sessions are held at the Community Park Tennis Center. The age of the child at the start of the session will determine which session the child may attend and proof of age may be required. Please read the information below to

determine which camp your child is eligible to attend.

Equipment needed: flat soled sneakers and a tennis racket. Please note that rackets are provided for the peewee level.

All camps will follow the same session dates:

Sessions

D - July 17 – 20

PEEWEE CAMP – For ages 4 – 6. For the beginner child, tennis skills will be learned by fun and easy to do drills taught by our tennis staff.

Time: 9 a.m. to 10 a.m., Cost: $75

NOVICE CAMP – For ages 6 and 7. This camp will teach serving, rallying, and the basics of a tennis game, keeping it fun for the younger tennis set.

Time: 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Cost: $ 75

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JUNIOR CAMP – For ages 8 – 11. For all levels of experience, this camp will group players by ability so that everyone can move to the next level.

Time: 10 a.m. – Noon. Cost: $ 125

JUNIOR ADVANCED CAMP - For children ages 8 to 11.

Time: 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Cost: $125

SENIOR CAMP - For ages 12 to 16. For all levels of experience.

Time: 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Cost: $125

SENIOR ADVANCED CAMP - For children ages 12 to 15.

Time: 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Cost: $125

To register, please visit the Recreation and Parks office at 108 Rockaway Avenue or, if you have a password you can register online at www.gcreconline.gardencityny.net.

stages of this process. Three downstate gaming licenses will be awarded, and the conventional wisdom is that one will go to Aqueduct/Resorts World and one will go to Yonkers/Empire City. There are at least five other locations vying for the same gaming license that Las Vegas Sands would like to secure, therefore the proposal to build a casino at the Nassau Hub location is far from being a certainty.

Job Opportunities in the Village

The Village of Garden City is currently accepting candidates for the positions of Village Clerk, Horticulturist, Maintenance Helper and Water and Sewer Servicer. You can read the full job descriptions on our website. All interested candidates should email resumes to humanresources@gardencityny.net.

GC Pool Annual Food Drive

Please consider donating the Garden City Pool annual food drive to benefit The INN. Donations will be accepted July 22-25 in the Pool Lobby. Donation most needed include canned goods, ground coffee, canned soup, peanut butter, pasta, hot and cold cereals, rice, pancake mix, syrup, powdered milk, jelly, canned stew and chili, bottled water, juice boxes, brown paper lunch bags and toiletries. Needed baby items include baby formula, baby food, cereal and diapers, especially sizes 4 and up.

Traffic Commission Update: Cut-through Traffic

Because of the village’s location, cut through traffic is a significant problem. Based on the Satellite Study, we are now looking at Tanners Pond Road, North Avenue, First Street, Meadow Street and Wetherill Road, which are all impacted by cut through traffic and

whether traffic calming devices are possible on any of those roads. Traffic calming devices include, but are not limited to, speed humps, chokers and pedestrian plazas. Essentially, traffic calming devices discourage cut through traffic, reduce vehicle speed and protect pedestrians. As has been shown on Fourth Street, speed humps are an effective way to reduce cut-through traffic and substantially reduce average speeds of vehicles, thereby enhancing safety. The first priority with traffic calming devices remains school zones.

Dogs prohibited at all Village parks

Residents are reminded that dogs are not permitted in any of the Village parks, including the St. Paul’s fields. Recently, we’ve seen an increasing number of people walking their pooches, or worse, letting them run off leash, in our facilities. Some residents have become aggressive towards our employees when they are approached and informed that their dogs are not permitted. We don’t permit dogs due to the possibility that a child may be bitten or nipped by a dog, and also the dogs may be injured by a rogue baseball or other object.

2023 Friday Night Promenades

The Garden City Chamber of Commerce and The Village of Garden City is once again presenting the highly anticipated Friday Night Promenades throughout the summer of 2023. Every Friday night on Seventh Street between 6:00 - 10:00 p.m. Remaining promenade themes include:

• 7/21 Christmas in July

• 8/4 Summer Breeze

• 8/18 Nashville Night

• 9/1 Aloha Luau

• 9/15 Big Pineapple Circus

Summertime Gazebo Concert Series

The Garden City Recreation

and Parks Department is pleased to announce its 2023 schedule of summer concerts:

• July 13 Radio Flashback - The best of Styx, Boston, Meatloaf, Doobie Brothers, Foreigner and ELO

• July 20 Manhattan Skyline - An All Star group brings back the best of NY vocal harmonies

• July 27 Risky Business - Old time Rock and Roll

• August 3 Garth Brooks TributeThey’ve got “Friends in Low Places”

• August 10 Jenna Esposito - Tunes from the Great American Songbook

• August 17 Beyond Fab - The best of the Beatles

All shows are performed at the Gazebo on the Village Green, located at the corner of Stewart and Hilton avenues. Shows begin promptly at 7:15 p.m. In the event of rain, shows will be moved indoors to Cluett Hall, on the grounds of St. Paul’s, 295 Stewart Avenue. Due to limited seating at Cluett Hall, proof of residency in the Inc. Village will be required for admission to the show. For additional information about these shows, please call Garden City Recreation and Parks at 465-4075.

Events This Week in Garden City

Monday - Friday, July 17-21

10:00 a.m. Free Playground Program at all five neighborhood parks for Grades 1-8.

Monday, July 17th

1:30 p.m. Monday Movie Matinee: He’s Just Not That Into You at the Library

6:30 p.m. Magic by Amore at Grove Park. Free event sponsored by Recreation and Parks

Tuesday, July 18th

6:30 p.m. Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting at Village Hall

Wednesday, July 19th

7:30 p.m. Environmental Advisory Board Meeting at Village Hall and via Zoom

Thursday, July 20th

7:15 p.m. Gazebo Concert on the Village Green: Manhattan Skyline brings back the best of NY vocal harmonies

7:30 p.m. Board of Trustees Meeting at Village Hall and via Zoom

Friday, July 21st

10:00 a.m. Chair Exercise with Felicia at the Senior Center

6:00 p.m. Friday Night Promenade: Christmas in July on Seventh Street

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The Tradition Lacrosse winning season continues

Tradition Lacrosse is winning on and off the field. For more information about Tradition, please visit traditionlax.org

Tradition 2030 Blue selfie.

Tradition 2030 Super Moms.

Tradition 2029.

Tradition 2025.

Tradition 2029.

2031 Pink Hard Hat winner.

2031 Blue.

2031 Pink.

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Garden City 10U wins district championship

GC Gladiators to host car wash fundraiser

The 10U Garden City Little League team.

The 10U Garden City Little League team captured the District 29 Championship with a 2-0 win over Floral Park on July 6. The win marked the boys third consecutive win against zero losses by a combined score of 21-2 defeating New Hyde Park and two victories over Floral Park.

Outstanding pitching from Jackson Michalak (three wins) and Greyson Lang (two saves) throughout the tournament was supported by a tremendous defensive effort from the entire team. Eamon Harrington was a work horse behind the plate in each of the three games. Second baseman Emmett Debrich, centerfielder Colin McAlea, right fielder Kayden Roe and first baseman Henry Callow each had spectacular plays during the three games to end any threats from the opposition and help secure the victories.

and Jackson Michalak led the team in hitting with a 0.667 average over the three games while Michael Callow had a team leading 4 RBIs. John Allabashi and Luke Ianni both drove in crucial runs in the team’s second game win over Floral Park. Austin Rigano and Michael Rendino both delivered key RBIs in the team’s first win over New Hyde Park.

The team has dedicated a great deal of time to practices and games, and has worked hard to achieve these successes. They have come together as a group, along with their coaches Jonathan Debrich, Michael Harrington, Mike Rendino and Dan Berroya, have been able to work towards this common goal.

Have the dog days of summer got you down? Are you feeling demoralized by the harmful effects of pollen and Canadian wildfires on your car’s shiny clearcoat? Come to Somerset Brewing Company on July 15 (rain date, July 16) from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and leave with some of the best beer on Long Island and a sparkling clean vehicle!

Come support the 12U Garden City Gladiators as they get ready for a once-ina-lifetime weeklong baseball tournament

against top tier national competition in Cooperstown next month. The boys have been working hard to raise funds since January to pay for their trip and they are within reach of their fundraising goal. You can help them get there by supporting our final fundraising event, a carwash.

The entire team participated in teams offensive success with clutch hits and aggressive base running.

The team moves onto the Sectional Tournament squaring off against Rockville Center on July 14 at 5:30 p.m. at Rath Park. Please come out and support the team as they hope to continue their strong play and success.

Ryan Berroya

$20 per wash; Beer Specials! Somerset Brewing is located at 94C Cherry Valley Avenue, West Hempstead (behind the Animal Hospital and Recording Studio). Be

The boys celebrate their victory.

The Garden City Gladiators.

Photo by Ed Rotondo

sure to check the back part of The Garden City News each week for the latest in GC sports.

2029 GC Rams win Hogan Hershey Tournament

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Front row: Kellan Garvey, Cannon Halsted, Thomas Breheny, Nicholas Canner, Owen Grant, Luke Vendetti.

Second row: Will DeBusschere, Michael Polizotto, Andy Coelen, Charlie Ruoff, Ryan Reasoner, Kevin Hegarty, George Lekanides, Peter Fecht, Christian Ferrari, Brady O’Sullivan, Braden Parker, JP Caputo, Mason Murphy.

Back row: Coach Kevin Hegarty.

Not pictured: Leo Josling, coaches Jack Archer, Tommy Engelke, John Schlipf.

Congratulations to the Garden City Rams for winning the 2029

A Division at the Hogan Hershey Tournament this past weekend.

Facing tough competition from teams across the eastern US, the Rams played some of their best lacrosse of the season, going undefeated in five games to take the title. The offense was clicking - moving the ball effectively, making the extra pass and hitting cutters in stride for

open shots. The defense and goaltending were also at their best, making life tough for their opponents by minimizing scoring opportunities and making big saves when shooters did manage to find an opening.

This group has been playing together for years and their collective work is paying off as they truly function as a cohesive unit. Keep an eye on these guys as they continue to do big things.

Maureen Lagarde

Licensed Real Estate Salesperson

maureen.lagarde@compass.com

M: 516.850.7812

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12U Little League All-Stars win district tournament

The 12U Garden City Little League all-star team won the District 29 championship by beating Floral Park 1-0 in extra innings on Friday, July 7, at Rath Park in Franklin Square. This team leaned heavily on stellar pitching and defense throughout the tournament, allowing just 2 total runs in four games on their way to capturing the title.

The championship game featured an incredible pitching performance by Matteo DiLoreto, who dominated over 7 and 2/3 shutout innings, allowing just four hits and no walks while striking out eight against a high-powered Floral Park lineup. Evan Glace came in and struck out Floral Park’s final batter with a runner in scoring position to

preserve the shutout and give GC a chance to win it in the bottom of the 8th. After GC loaded bases and forced Floral Park’s starting pitcher out of the game, JoJo Albano drew a bases loaded walk to plate Lukas Hamilton for the championship-winning run. The game was highlighted by unbelievable defensive plays all over the field, including a game-saving catch at the top of the left field fence in the 7th inning by left fielder Adrian Alvarado and a tough running catch at the wall in right center by Eli Patrickakos.

This team will continue their march towards Williamsport in the sectionals on Friday night 7/14 at 7:30 p.m. at Rath Park against Massapequa.

Adrian Alvarado’s unbelievable catch.

Matteo Diloreto shut down a potent Floral Park lineup.

Back row (coaches): Neil Vendetti, Matt Glace, Joe Pospisil, Steve Patrickakos; Front row: Luke Vendetti, Ryan Nies, Evan Glace, Adrian Alvarado, Ben Fuschillo, Lukas Hamilton, Eli Patrickakos, Matteo DiLoreto, Chris Pospisil, JoJo Albano, Christian Arlia, Drew Hillman.

The team celebrates their walk-off championship win.

Open House | New Listing In Garden City, NY

Open House | Saturday, July 15th & Sunday, July 16th | 11:30am-1:30pm

Welcome to this inviting Colonial home located mid-block on a quiet tree-lined street. This lovely home boasts 4-bedrooms with spacious closets, gleaming hardwood floors and freshly painted rooms. Living room, dining room and powder room complete the first floor. The home also features an updated eat-in kitchen with granite counters and stainless steel appliances. Adjacent to the kitchen, is a family room leading out to lovely deck. The second floor includes 4 bedrooms and hall bath. Lower level includes recreation room, laundry, utility room and more. The private fenced backyard is well manicured with plenty of space, perfect for entertaining. This property is in a great location, close to transportation, shops, schools, park and restaurants. This home is a must see, don’t miss out!

MLS# 3490880 | $899,999.

Diane Piscopo Real Estate Salesperson Garden City Office

516.248.6655 ext.2235, c.516.610.8853

dianepiscopo@danielgale.com

dianepiscopo.danielgale.com

danielgale.com

141 Willow Street, Garden City, NY

New Glorious Tudor In The Estates Section

102 Brixton Road, Garden City, NY

This timeless Olive Tjaden English Tudor has been meticulously restored to contemporary elegance, offering more than 7,000 sq. ft. interior space plus a fully finished lower level. The impressive entry showcases a mosaic-tiled floor that leads to a central foyer with fireplace. Flanking the grand foyer is an exquisite living room with a fireplace and classic formal dining room, both with impeccably restored stained glass windows. The state-of-the-art eat-in kitchen is equipped with only the finest quality materials including an iconic “LA CORNUE” gas stove and a charming breakfast room. The open great room with a gas fireplace, the powder room, and home office complete the first level. The second floor boasts a huge primary bedroom with en suite Waterworks bath, 4 additional large bedrooms, 3 modern baths, and laundry. The third floor offers a large private bedroom with en suite bathroom and storage. The lower level consists of a hand-crafted and authentic wine cellar, tasting room, private cigar/game room with its own air-filtration system, a powder room, and a family room large enough to create a home gym or movie room. Adjacent to the side yard is a newly built detached garage with an electronic car lift that fits two cars and more, on the private driveway. The oversized property features a covered slate patio with green space and landscaping. Some of the home’s features to be admired are the perfect slate roof with new copper accessories, restored stained glass, and custom woodworking throughout. This home is not to be missed. MLS# 3490204 | $2,850.000.

Mary Opulente Krener, CBR Associate Real Estate Broker Garden City Office

516.248.6655 ext.2222, c.917.518.7205

marykrener@danielgale.com

marykrener.danielgale.com

danielgale.com

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Open House | Saturday, July 15th & Sunday, July 16th | 2:00pm-4:00pm

Nestled mid-block in the Mott Section on 80 X 100 sq. ft., this meticulous

1941 stone front Cape Style home has been lovingly updated to present day style. This home offers a charming living room with a fireplace, new sunlit eat-in kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances and quartz counters. The sliding doors lead to a large deck, and manicured backyard. The first floor offers a primary bedroom, secondary bedroom and new full bath. The second floor has a full bath, and two spacious bedrooms with large custom closets. The basement level is unfinished with lots of storage space, laundry and utilities. To make this home more enticing the property has low taxes, oil heat, IGS, updated electric, fenced in yard, ring alarm system and 1-car garage. This meticulously maintained property is a must see! MLS# 3490610 | $998,000

Patricia Dickson

Real Estate Salesperson

Garden City Office

516.248.6655 ext.2212, c. 516.280.0976

patricadickson@danielgale.com

Jessica Brantuk

Real Estate Salesperson

Garden City Office

516.248.6655 ext.2247, c. 917.658.2966

jessicabrantuk@danielgale.com

danielgale.com

Mulberry Avenue, Garden City, NY

Mary Krener Fortune Heaney Peter Kerantzas

Arthur Anderson Jessica Brantuk

Ann Collins

Patricia Costello Gregory Abruzzo Matthew Minardi

Patricia Dickson