The Garden City News (7/19/24) by Litmor Publishing

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Village Arborist shares info on home composting at EAB meeting

BY RIKKI MASSAND

One of the summer projects that Garden City families might find both fun and educational is home composting. At the June 27 meeting of the Environmental Advisory Board (EAB), Village Arborist Joe Umana shared information and recommendations on starting a home composting process.

“Composting at Home is Easy!” Umana explained that when plants and animals decompose naturally, bacteria and fungi break down the remains into a rich, soil-like substance. When humans assist this process, it’s called composting, and the result is compost.

and reduces the need for fertilizers and pesticides. Composting also helps prevent soil erosion and nutrient runoff, while reducing the amount of waste sent to landfills and combustion facilities, thereby decreasing the community’s carbon footprint.

Board approves funds for village festivals

BY RIKKI MASSAND

At a special meeting held Thursday, July 11, the Garden City Village Board of Trustees approved two agenda items.

The Board authorized a $15,000 expenditure for contracts with vendors for future 2024 festivals on Seventh Street.

The special meeting followed a celebration at Tony’s Tacos, a newly opened restaurant on Seventh Street. Six of the eight members of the Board attended, along with members of the Town of Hempstead Board and the Garden City Chamber of Commerce. This event occurred less than two weeks after the village’s inaugural Patriotic Fun Festival on June 28, which was postponed twice due to weather.

In a thrilling conclusion to their Little League careers, the Garden City 12U All-Stars clinched their third consecutive District 29 Championship. See page 44. See page 43

This year, the village will not host weekly Friday Night Promenades, which were organized by the Garden City Chamber for nine of the past ten summers.

Instead, another family-oriented festival will take place on a future date. Planning for this festival was led by Village Trustees Jessica Tai, Judy Courtney, and Vinny Muldoon, who oversees beautification efforts on Seventh Street. They discussed the potential business opportunities for local restaurants and shops with John Wilton from the Chamber of Commerce. The Board aims to hold one festival per month this summer.

At the July 11 meeting, Trustee Ed Finneran praised the success of the June 28 festival and acknowledged the efforts of the DPW, Recreation and Parks, GCPD, and fellow trustees.

The presentation began with the encouraging premise,

Adding compost to soil provides valuable nutrients, beneficial microorganisms, and improves soil structure. It suppresses certain plant diseases

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“The first festival (held June 28th) was a terrific success and it bears mentioning that the hard work from our DPW, Recreation and Parks, the GCPD and my fellow trustees was evident. This is a really easy ask (for the transfer and use of up to $15,000). Congratulations to everyone and I hope that the next festival and the one after that are as successful,” Finneran said.

Plans for August or September festivals have not yet been discussed publicly.

In its only other agenda item, the Board approved pur-

The spotted lanternfly has returned to Garden City. The nymphs have been seen in large numbers around town, and residents who spot them should kill them.

The spotted lanternfly is an invasive insect species from Asia, and since its arrival, it has wreaked havoc on agriculture and native plants, posing a serious threat to the local ecosystem and economy. It is believed to have arrived in the United States via shipments of goods from Asia. It was first detected in Berks County, Pennsylvania, in 2014. Since then, it has spread to multiple states, taking advantage of the ease of transportation and the lack of natural predators in its new environment. The rapid spread underscores the need for strict quarantine measures and vigilant

monitoring to prevent further dissemination of this destructive pest.

Spotted lanternfly adults are easily identifiable by their distinctive spotted wings and bright red underwings. They feed on over 70 plant species, including grapes, apples, and hardwood trees. The damage it inflicts can be devastating, leading to reduced crop yields and economic losses for farmers and businesses. The immature nymphs, which we are seeing now, are black or red with white spots.

Residents should take action to control the spread of this pest. To kill them, use sticky bands around tree trunks, which trap the insects as they climb. Additionally, squashing nymphs on sight is effective. In the autumn, locate and destroy any egg masses found.

Town hall fell short To the Editor:

While school superintendent Kusum Sinha and the Garden City School District claimed, after several articles questioning the administration appeared in this paper, that they would hold a town-hall-style meeting on our children’s ever-critical literacy program, the District’s July 17th “town hall” fell unacceptably short.

The District held the event at 10am on a workday, not live but online via video conference, kept it relatively brief, and fully controlled its messaging and flow. Parents were not allowed to speak but instead forced to submit questions in writing online. Those questions were undoubtedly curated and softened by the presenters. Several of my own questions weren’t answered at all.

What came through clearly is that Garden City had been teaching and assessing the early literacy skills of our kids using a scattered and a largely debunked curriculum, which they appear to be simultaneously moving away from and keeping to some extent. School presenters admitted, for instance, that our young kids’ books have historically relied on using patterns and pictures to teach literacy, likely masking student struggles with actual fundamental reading skills during early grades – exactly part of a problem I attempted to highlight here back on May 16th.

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Things may be moving in a better direction. The school district’s carefully choreographed and non-collaborative presentation made it tougher to tell.

Richard F. Corrao

Money down the drain

To the Editor:

It was reported that during the June 20th BOT meeting, the trustees approved contracts totaling $45,400 for power washing and general cleaning of the municipality business district sidewalks. This proposal was promoted by

Trustee Muldoon who stated that this was a one-time deal to get to town clean and then figure out a way for the commercial property and building owners to maintain and repeat this process. At that meeting, I voiced my opposition to this proposal stating that was not the responsibility of residential taxpayers to help foot the bill for the commercial owners with no guarantees that they would ever repeat the process in the future. There seems to be a double standard in that if residential property owners’ sidewalks are not within village compliance then they are issued citations while commercial sidewalks, seemingly not following village codes, are getting a cleaning at no charge. Below is a copy of the Village codes pertaining to the owner’s duties and responsibilities for their sidewalks. § 148-11Maintenance of premises. The outdoor dining area and adjacent areas shall be periodically cleaned and kept refuse-free. The outdoor dining area and adjacent areas shall be swept and washed down each night just prior to closing and at other times as needed. Sufficient containers for trash shall be placed in the outdoor dining area.

§ 178-17 Duties of property owners. It shall be the duty of owners of real property within the village to maintain in good and safe repair, care for and keep clean and free from filth, dirt, weeds or other accumulations, obstructions or encumbrances, sidewalks, paths or public thoroughfares set apart for pedestrians in front of or abutting upon their property.

A note to our trustees: Stop using public funds as if you were a college freshman with your parent’s credit card Bob Orosz

More surveys: more money, delays

To the Editor:

At the June 20th BOT meeting, it was revealed that there are plans for more surveys to be conducted for St. See page 26

Chamber, local officials welcome restaurant to 7th Street

BY RIKKI MASSAND

Tony’s Tacos has opened at 118 Seventh Street, taking over a former bank space in the lively downtown of Garden City. The grand opening, held on Thursday, July 11, included a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by local officials and community members.

Mike Scotto, originally from Naples, Italy, and his wife Julia, a Garden City South native, hosted the event. Attendees included three-quarters of the Garden City Village Board of Trustees, Town of Hempstead officials, State Assemblyman Ed Ra, Garden City Chamber of Commerce members, and numerous customers.

Tony’s Tacos, selling approximately 50,000 tacos weekly, sees a spike to 20,000 on Cinco de Mayo. The restaurant features an Italian Taqueria theme, offering unique taco fillings such as garlic and oil tortillas with steak and cheese, sausage and pepper, or meatball.

“We do a garlic and oil tortilla, infused with Italian flavor, and we have steak and cheese, sausage and pepper or meatball taco fillings, adding that Italian flair. The tacos are famous and that’s what we do!” Mike Scotto said.

Julia Scotto emphasized the focus on comfort, convenience, and cleanliness at the new location. “We decided

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it would be a casual, upbeat environment where anyone can eat and enjoy the atmosphere with their friends and family. We welcome every group – from families both large and small to couples, singles, people on lunch break, everybody. We even have customers holding their meetings here often, including local PTA’s and the folks from Club Pilates too. We are eager to accommodate!” she noted.

John Wilton, president of the Garden City Chamber of Commerce, praised the addition of Tony’s Tacos, the fourth and largest Long Island location.

“This is Tony’s Tacos fourth and largest Long Island location, as the co-owners Mike and Julia have done a spectacular job of developing and growing their brand. We have had all the elected officials in attendance for the Chamber-led ribbon-cutting tonight and we all wish Tony’s the best of success,” he said.

Members of the Garden City Board of Trustees and Garden City Chamber of Commerce welcomed Tony’s Tacos to Seventh Street during a celebration and ribbon cutting on July 11th.

ed former Eastern Property Owners’ Association president Steve Ilardi and Environmental Advisory Board member Evelyn Fasano. Complimentary tacos, appetizers, refreshments, and margaritas were served.

In an interview with The Garden City News, Mike Scotto shared his long-standing desire to open a location on Seventh Street.

“I started with the smaller, 1200 square-feet store in Floral Park and that cost me everything for the investment

but my huge, huge goal was a location here on Seventh Street. I love Garden City and my wife is from the area. On my days off I walked through the downtown district and thought, ‘I wish we had a store here.’ When the bank property became available I jumped right in — taking this opportunity to have the 4,500 square foot space and put in 130 seats!” he explained.

The new general manager, JoJo Sammut, recently moved from Miami

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Garden City GOP hosts elected officials

On Wednesday, June 19, the Garden City Republican Club welcomed local elected officials to their June monthly meeting. Among those in attendance were State Senator Patricia CanzoneriFitzpatrick, Assemblyman Ed Ra, and candidate for State Senate Tom Montefinise. The assembled group discussed pressing issues facing the village at the state level — including bail reform and congestion pricing — and provided insight into the vigorous campaigns they are running ahead of the November election.

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Trip to See “Bye Bye Birdie” Trip to La Famiglia Restaurant and the Argyle Theatre in Babylon (on the NEW Recreation bus) to see “Bye Bye Birdie”. Sunday, August 25, NEW Recreation Bus leaves at 10:45, lunch is at noon, show is at 2:00. Cost: $63, check made payable

to “The Argyle Theatre” for show, $50 cash for lunch, both paid simultaneously, at the Senior Center front desk. Deadline: July 26.

Chess 4 Community New monthly program, Play and Learn, open to all levels and ages, beginner to more experienced players. Fridays, July 26 and August 30, from 3–4 p.m. Register by calling the Senior Center front desk at (516) 385-8006.

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The winners of the Monday, July 15, games:

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1st Place: Terry Schoenig and Tommie Dodge

2nd Place: Ellen Moynahan and Pat Fontaine

East/West:

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224 Euston Road

RECENT REAL ESTATE SALES IN GARDEN CITY

were selected based solely on the fact that they were recently sold. Mortgage Rates this week from www.nerdwallet.com

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Date: 06/24/2024

Sold price: $2,168,000

4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, 1 half baths

Architectural Style: Colonial Property size: .14 acres

Annual taxes: $16,087

MLS number: 3531069

The Seller’s Team: Elise Ronzetti, Howard Hanna Coach

The Buyer’s Team: Cheryl Adams McAuliffe, Howard Hanna Coach

2-story

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MLS number: 3545044

The Seller’s Team: Alyson Espisito and Laura Carroll, Compass Greater NY

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132 Adams Street

Date: 7/12/2024

Sold price: $1,200,000

3 bedrooms, 3 full baths

Architectural style: Split level Property size: .14

Annual taxes: $18,181

MLS number: 3546837

The Seller’s Team: Jennifer Sullivan, Compas Greater NY

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The Week That Was

BY BOB MORGAN, JR.

It has been a very eventful week, very much centering around former President Donald J. Trump.

The country literally came within an inch or two of the assassination of Mr. Trump, a candidate for his old job with a very strong chance to be returned to the White House. An apparently deranged shooter from a building around 150 yards away fired at Mr Trump, with a bullet passing through his ear.

It frankly was very fortunate for the nation that Mr. Trump was able to survive with only minor injuries. The country is obviously deeply divided politically, and particularly about Mr. Trump. You can easily imagine great anger and recrimination and a cycle of violence between fervent supporters and opponents of Mr. Trump. But thankfully we were spared from that.

Hopefully, the attack on Mr. Trump will constitute a wake up call for both parties to chill the rhetoric, at least for a while. Mr. Trump is often harsh and crude in his attacks on his opponents, both Democrats and Republicans. For their part, Democrats keep insisting that Mr. Trump is not only just wrong on the issues, but is an existential threat to democracy. Mr. Trump now claims that will tone down his acceptance speech, which he says was originally designed as a harsh attack on Mr. Biden. Most of us would welcome a respite from this type of personal back and forth.

I am obviously not an expert on security, but the shooting of Mr. Trump seems to indicate substantial lapses in protection. The building from which the gunman fired was outside the security perimeter for Mr. Trump’s rally in Pennsylvania, but seemingly should have been cordoned off or guarded completely. In addition, you would think that drones would have been helpful in detecting potential criminal activity. The near miss should be an opportunity for a thoroughgoing review by the Secret Service and other branches of law enforcement of security procedures in guarding the President and presidential candidates. In this connection, it was good to learn that Robert F Kennedy, Jr. has belatedly

been given Secret Service protection.

And just two days after the attack on Mr. Trump, a day on which Mr. Trump got a ruling dismissing his Florida criminal case, the Republican National Convention opened in Milwaukee. The unquestioned highlight of the first day was a brief appearance by Mr. Trump, wearing a bandage on his ear, that elicited an enormous emotional reaction by the convention crowd, but also by Mr. Trump himself.

More substantively, the opening sessions on Monday, in addition to formally nominating Mr. Trump, featured a sustained attack on Mr. Biden’s economic record, including numerous testimonials by individuals adversely affected by inflation and high interest rates. Notably, the evening ended with an address by Sean O’Brien, President of the Teamsters Union. Mr. O’Brien, who is remaining neutral in the race, criticized both parties, but at times was unsparing in his criticisms of some large employers.

The tone of the convention did substantially reflect the significant changes in the Republican party in the last decade. While in general, it remains the party of lower taxes and greater economic freedom, it has become far more critical of business, less interested in balanced budgets and more protectionist and far less supportive of economic free trade. On foreign policy, many members of the party are significantly more isolationist than in the past.

Mr. Trump also announced his Vice Presidential candidate, Ohio Senator J. D. Vance. Mr. Vance does reflect the populist bent of the current Republican party. He has an impressive resume, growing up in poverty, serving in the Marine Corps in Iraq, going to Yale Law School and author of a best selling memoir, Hillbilly Elegy. Initially very critical of Donald Trump, Mr. Vance became much more supportive of Mr. Trump and was elected to the United States Senate on a pro-Trump platform.

Mr. Vance may or may not broaden Mr. Trump’s appeal, but his nomination caps a tumultuous and historic week for Mr. Trump, his party and the country.

THI S WEEK AT ROTARY

Mineola Garden City Rotary installs

Diana O’Neill as President Mineola-Garden City Rotary is proud and thrilled to announce the installation of Diana O’Neill as President of the Club for the 2024-2025 term. Diana was installed on July 9 at the Club’s special lunch meeting at Mineola’s Davenport Press restaurant amidst of much fanfare.

Having joined Rotary in 2018, Diana immediately became an active committee member and participant in all of Rotary’s service events. She went on to serve as Vice President, followed by a term as Co-president along with Immediate Past Co-president, Meg Norris who joins Diana as Vice President for the current term.

Diana O’Neill’s superior organizational skills and team guidance towards Rotary’s various charity drives and events to serve the needs of others, have culminated in on-going contributions to the mission of Rotary and to its principal, “service above self.” Receiving acclaim, and adding to myriad honors within the field of nonprofits, Diana, along with her husband, Dr. Peter O’Neill, had been honored by Rotary with its coveted Community Service Award in July of 2023.

As Diana expresses, “The Mineola-

President Diana O’Neill with Vice President Meg Norris at a recent Rotary meeting.

Garden City Rotary has the right combination of talented professionals, retirees and community advocates with hearts of gold and a genuine desire to build up society, in general, and in each other, in particular! I love the energy, enthusiasm and passion for service above self. Meg Norris and I, along with other committed leadership, hope to continue

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Here is a rare archival aerial photo of the Garden City Golf Club course. This photo was taken in the first part of the 20th Century. It is looking south with Old Country Road running east-west just below the bottom edge of the photo. What is interesting is on the right you still can see the original north-south route of Rockaway Avenue and on the far right you can see where Rockaway Avenue was “bumped out.” The lower right is where it meets Herricks Road.

In the upper center left of the photo is “the hill” and you can just make out Carteret Place. In the center bottom of the photo is the 12th hole which was “the signature” hole for the golf course in those days. The Garden City Golf Club began in 1897 as the public “Island Golf Links” with nine holes and in 1899 it became an 18 hole course and reorganized as a private club “The Garden City Golf Club.”

A renowned course when it opened and has remained such to this day.

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to lean into those strengths to advance our reach.”

It is with no wonder that Diana O’Neill’s boundless energy, organizational skills and volunteer efforts contribute so highly to Rotary’s mission, for she has been a leading figure in Long Island’s nonprofits for decades. A list of agencies benefiting from her tireless energy would not begin to describe the thousands of lives she has touched.

As co-creator and chair of the Long Island Volunteer Hall of Fame, for which she has also been honored, Diana

has focused it on building one of the most important resources for any notfor-profit: skilled and well-trained volunteers.

Currently Diana serves as Acting Executive Director, Board Member and Treasurer of the Long Island Volunteer Center which she has grown to a major force, and which supports more than 450 agencies that serve our region.

Mineola-Garden City Rotary congratulates Diana O’Neill on her many past achievements and looks forward to working along with her on Rotary’s mission throughout her current term.

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ribbon-cutting tonight and we all wish Tony’s the best of success,” he said.

The Board of Trustees, including Mayor Mary Carter Flanagan and Trustees Jessica Tai, Bruce Torino, Judy Courtney, Deputy Mayor Bruce Chester, and Vinny Muldoon, joined the celebration. Town of Hempstead officials, Supervisor Don Clavin, Council member Thomas Muscarella, and Receiver of Taxes Jeannine Driscoll, presented a Town Proclamation to Tony’s Tacos. Other notable attendees included former Eastern Property Owners’ Association president Steve Ilardi and Environmental Advisory Board member Evelyn Fasano. Complimentary tacos, appetizers, refreshments, and margaritas were served.

In an interview with The Garden City News, Mike Scotto shared his long-standing desire to open a location on Seventh Street.

“I started with the smaller, 1200 square-feet store in Floral Park and that

cost me everything for the investment but my huge, huge goal was a location here on Seventh Street. I love Garden City and my wife is from the area. On my days off I walked through the downtown district and thought, ‘I wish we had a store here.’ When the bank property became available I jumped right in — taking this opportunity to have the 4,500 square foot space and put in 130 seats!” he explained.

The new general manager, JoJo Sammut, recently moved from Miami to Long Island. He oversees operations, including hiring and training staff, and greeted guests at the opening event.

“Long Island has been very good to me so far – I’ve landed in such a wonderful place. Come by and say hello to us here, I look forward to meeting everyone in town!” Sammut said.

State Assemblyman Ed Ra, familiar with the Scottos from their other locations, praised the transformation of the former bank into a beautiful new restaurant with ample seating.

“Their location on Seventh Street,

turning what was a bank into this, is phenomenal. The setting is beautiful and this is the first Tony’s Tacos location in this area which has plenty of seating which will be great. And to start summer, it’s been a great few months on Seventh Street as Pantano’s Doz Bagels also just opened here. Places on Seventh Street do not stay vacant for too long, and hopefully they will all be rocking and rolling this fall!” Ra said.

Chamber President John Wilton noted the growing number of food businesses on Seventh Street, including Pizzeria G, Four Five Coffee Roasters, and the soon-to-open Il Gufo Italian Osteria and Iavarone Bros. Additionally, Tap Room gastro pub is set to open on Franklin Avenue.

Architect Salvatore Ferrara, who worked on Tony’s Tacos and other local businesses, highlighted the restaurant’s large footprint and inviting design. Beth Donner Design created a bright, airy interior, enhancing the customer experience. Ferrara emphasized the significance of the new addition to Garden

City’s vibrant downtown.

“It’s a nice-looking building which is decorated nicely, and it becomes an asset to Garden City’s corridor of activity. The whole concept was to be nice and inviting for customers. This is one of the largest spaces on Seventh Street, at about 4,500 square feet with the bank converted into the restaurant. Having the ability to put in a design opening for al fresco seating and doorways onto the street makes it that much nicer – the look is kept nice, wide and open. We were able to go before the Architectural Design Review Board (ADRB) and the Zoning Board of Appeals, in particular for parking, and we got it all done,” Ferrara said.

Beth Donner Design is the interior design firm that outfitted the former bank with bright, light colors and an airy interior for Tony’s Tacos.

Ferrara commented that Tony’s can serve a niche as a fun place to go with great music, and the vibrance of Seventh Street is well-captured with the addition one more block west.

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ble for creating holes in our ozone layer. By preventing excess waste processing we can help reduce the production of methane gas,” Umana said at the EAB meeting.

Umana said that good composting requires the bacteria and fungi that do most of the work to have four things in order to thrive, and shared a rhyme about it:

“Making compost takes some care; Add greens, browns, water and air.”

For at-home composting, items like yard trimmings, indoor plant trimmings, coffee grounds, fruits, vegetables, leaves, and seasonal materials such as pumpkins, gourds, and Christmas trees can be used. Greens, a nitrogen source, include fresh grass clippings, weeds, fruit and vegetable peels, old bread, tea bags, coffee grounds, and manure. Browns, a carbon source, include fallen leaves, wood chips, straw, shredded paper, and dry weeds.

Composting requires air to provide oxygen to microorganisms. Turning or mixing the pile twice a month adds more air and speeds up decomposition. Without turning, anaerobic conditions can develop, causing unpleasant odors.

“Without turning it for air, that’s when you would start to experience the anaerobic smelly conditions and that is what you don’t want,” he said.

Water provides moisture, but the right amount is crucial. If the pile is too

wet, adding dry browns like leaves, sawdust, or shredded newspaper can help. If too dry, add water.

Umana highlighted items to avoid in compost: meat, fish, poultry, cheeses, fatty foods, bones, cooking oil, grease, dairy products, cat litter, dog waste, and plants that spread through roots or stems (rhizomes). These items can attract animals, carry diseases, or fail to compost properly.

Umana explained why compost is valuable in improving soil conditions.

“When we talk about soil structure we consider how soil is layered as far as aggregates – is it very compacted or different size aggregates of soil that do not allow the soil to compact? With introducing compost into the soil, as the materials break down they will leave porous space in the soil, allowing for oxygen and water to be introduced. When soil is heavily compacted you no longer have that room for oxygen and water. When trees and plants need to grow in compacted soil their roots can’t take up that oxygen and water that is in the soil because it is so tight – adding compost creates porous space to improve soil structure,” he said.

EAB co-chairs, Village Trustees Jessica Tai and Michele Harrington, turned to the audience for questions.

A resident asked Umana about the composting barrels but he suggested using the bins placed outside for a first-timer.

“You just place all the organic mate-

rials in there and get yourself a good steel pitchfork with good steel tines, and that way you can turn all of it over. There are so many products for in-house composting that are available on the market as many people living in Manhattan are doing this in their apartments. It is all a way of decreasing our carbon footprint and reusing the materials that would have normally been put in the trash,” he said.

He explained that compost is ready to use when it becomes dark, crumbly, and smells earthy, usually between six months and a year. Turning and mixing the compost can speed up this process.

“You can speed up the process by turning compost over and mixing it –that will really help the breakdown of materials in the pile,” he said.

Compost can be mixed into garden soil, sprinkled on lawns to improve moisture retention and soil texture, or used as mulch for garden beds, shrubs, or trees. For houseplants, use one-third to one-half of container volume.

Prior to adding your compost to the lawn, it is best to screen it using a one-half inch mesh or smaller. Umana advised, “that way anything that has not broken down, any larger material still in the compost, is sifted out so it is not mixed in with garden beds.”

For landscaping compost can be used if it iss spread around as a mulch for garden beds, shrubs or trees.

If a compost pile is too small and not insulated, he said the pile should

be increased by adding more organic materials and a layer of browns should be added around the bin as insulation. If a home composter notices the pile having too many browns, green materials should be added in and mixed. If food in a compost pile is not buried well, it should be checked for structure, and food should be buried three inches under browns or composting material.

Umana emphasized the practicality of home composting, noting that landscapers often collect lawn clippings, which are then processed into compost and returned to properties as fertilizer. Home composting allows residents to complete this cycle themselves, using leaf litter and pine cones to prevent soil erosion and nutrient runoff.

“Compost is natural fertilizer. Think about all the clippings from your lawn once the landscapers mow – they will take those clippings and dump it at a facility, and the facility puts the clippings through an incinerator and they turn it over, and they recycle it. All those clippings become the compost that those same landscapers then go and pick up and bring over to your property to improve the soil on your property. It is all one big cycle – you have the power to do this all for yourselves using your leaf litter and using your pine cones. All those organic items and natural materials are good for compost, and it will also help prevent soil erosion and nutrient run-off,” he explained.

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IN MEMORIAM

Diane Marie DeSoye

Diane Marie DeSoye, affectionately known as “Grandy”, of Charlotte, NC passed away and found her peace on June 15th, 2024 in Charlotte, NC. Diane was born on January 6, 1940 in Rome, NY to Louis Nero and Margaret Kern Nero whom she now joins in Heaven. She was also predeceased by her sister, Beverly Mannino of Kennesaw, GA and her brother-in-law, Sam Mannino.

Diane graduated from Rome Free Academy and SUNY Oswego where she was a cheerleader at both schools and a member of Alpha Sigma Chi. She was an elementary school teacher and then enjoyed raising her children in Garden City. Diane relished spending time with her beloved family and going to Point Lookout Beach. She so enjoyed attending high school reunions with friends in her hometown of Rome, NY.

Over the years, Diane’s interests included tennis, bowling, gardening, reading, knitting, and watching sports. She held administrative and retail jobs and was a Eucharistic Minister at St. Matthew Catholic Church in Charlotte.

Diane leaves behind her three children, Lynn DeSoye Holly (Danny) of Manakin Sabot, VA; Suzanne DeSoye DeGeorge (Steve) of Charlotte, NC; Thomas DeSoye (Liz) of Staten Island, NY. She is also survived by seven grandchildren, Carson Holly Goodrich (Jason) of Richmond, VA; William “Tyler” Holly of Richmond,

VA; Christopher Nash of Washington, D.C.; Meghan Nash of Brooklyn, NY, and Andrew DeSoye, Matthew DeSoye, and Kathryn “Katie” DeSoye all of Staten Island, NY. Diane is also survived by her two great-grandchildren, Grace “Gracie” Goodrich and William Goodrich of Richmond, VA, her brother, Donald (Maureen) Nero of Schenectady, NY, and several nieces and nephews. Diane will be missed by all whose lives she touched and she will live forever in all of our hearts.

A Funeral Mass will be held on August 29 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Matthew Catholic Church in Charlotte. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Matthew in memory of Diane would be appreciated by her family. 8015 Ballantyne Commons Pkwy, Charlotte, NC, 28277

IN MEMORIAM

Edward W. Case

Edward W. Case, a former Garden City resident, died peacefully at Peconic Landing in Greenport on June 8, 2024.

Born in November 1931, Ed grew up in Brooklyn. His parents were Edward W. Case and Marion Fraties Case. He had an older sister, Jacqueline Case Lorenzen who died in 2012.

Ed graduated from high school in 1951 and served in the US Navy during the Korean Conflict. In 1954, he married Marjorie Schrafel whom he met while working a summer job in Windham, NY. They were happily married for 60 years. After living in Levittown, PA and Floral Park, they settled in Garden City in 1965 where they raised two sons.

Ed worked for four decades as an executive at AJ Schrafel Paper Co. in Bellerose. In 2002 after he retired, Ed and Marorie relocated to Aquebogue,

NY and Vero Beach, FL. After Marjorie’s death in 2014, Ed divided his time between Peconic Landing and Vero Beach.

Ed was an avid boater, golfer and Islander fan. He enjoyed woodworking, his tennis group, and ski trips with his family. He will be remembered for his fun-loving nature, sense of humor and optimism.

Ed is survived by his sons Ted and David, daughters-in-law Mary and Elizabeth, grandchildren Brian, Colin, Charlotte and Isabelle, and many nephews, nieces, grand nieces and nephews, and great grand nieces and nephews, all of whom he loved dearly.

A funeral mass will be held at the Church of St. Joseph in Garden City on Saturday, September 21 at 9:30 am. In lieu of flowers, please donate in Ed’s memory to the St. Francis Hospital Heart Center in Roslyn.

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Summer is in full swing with many children spending fun-filled days participating in our staffed park programs! Whether your park is Hemlock, Grove, Edgemere, Tullamore or Nassau Haven, you do not have to worry about lead when your children are filling their water bottles. As we have recommended all homeowners test their water for lead as part of our free lead testing program, the Village has tested the water fountains in the five village playgrounds and is happy to report they all came back non-detect for lead which is what we all hope for. We also tested the water fountains at the Pool snack bar and St. Paul’s with the same good result. While the action level for lead is set at 15 parts per billion, the established goal is set at 0. Have you tested your home’s water for lead? If not, please take advantage of the Village’s free lead testing by emailing gardencitysampling@h2m. com or calling 516-465-4005. At the same time we were testing the water fountains for lead, we also investigated the material of the service lines and determined that they are copper. We are asking all residents to help as we work towards completing our lead service line inventory mandated by the EPA with an October 2024 deadline. By taking the simple step of sharing a photograph of the service entering your home you can help with this important undertaking. Learning whether you have a lead service line coming into your home will help us comply with the October 2024 deadline, and it will also provide valuable information to you about the safety of the water in your home.

• Thursday, July 18, 10:00 am.

- Nassau County Planning Commission meeting at 1550 Franklin Avenue. The Commission will vote on how to advise the Nassau County Legislature regarding giving site control of the 72-acre Coliseum property to the Las Vegas Sands Corporation. There will be no public comment allowed at this meeting.

• Monday, August 5, 1:00 pm. - Nassau County Legislature meeting at 1550 Franklin Avenue. It is expected that the Legislature will vote on the 42-year lease that gives site control to the Las Vegas Sands Corporation.

On June 20th, the Nassau County Planning Commission held a meeting and heard testimony from County attorneys and the public regarding this issue. County attorneys describe the lease as simply an “operating lease” that has nothing to do with a casino, but is only meant to keep the lights on at the Coliseum and host events at the site. Proponents of this lease claim that an operator is needed in order to keep the Coliseum open, and preserve the jobs of current Coliseum employees. Opponents of the lease note that the lease has a term of 42 years, gives site control to the Sands of 72 acres of publicly owned land, and gives Las Vegas Sands the right to close the Coliseum and “go dark” after two years. The public hearing was attended by representatives from LV Sands, labor unions, Hofstra University, the Garden City Board of Trustees and the “Say No to the Casino” opposition group.

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Last Wednesday, July 10, the Open Space Planning Advisory Committee met and voted in favor of giving site control of the 72-acre Coliseum property to the Las Vegas Sands Corporation. Myself and members of the “Say No to the Casino” group attended the meeting and spoke out against the 42-year lease. A representative from Hofstra University also attended the meeting.

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• Thursday, July 18, 9:15 a.m. - a press conference will be held on the front steps of the Nassau County Legislature Building at 1550 Franklin Avenue.

This isn’t an innocent lease agreement to keep things going over there. We all know what it is. During my public comments before the Planning Commission, I shared the unanimous resolution of the Village Board of Trustees. Following the hearing, an extensive comment prepared by environmental counsel Sive, Paget & Riesel, P.C. was submitted by the Village with signatures of every member of the Village Board of Trustees.

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Truck troubles

A Clinton Road motorist was charged with driving an overweight truck, defective brakes and driving without a commercial license on July 10th.

Drug Take Back collection

Forty pounds of medications collected via the Garden City Police Department’s Drug Take Back program were disposed of through official channels.

Vehicle entered

On July 10th items were reported stolen from a vehicle parked on 3rd Street.

Alarm malfunction

GCFD and GCPD responded to a business for a fire alarm that was determined to be a system malfunction on July 10th.

Unlicensed operation

A St. James Street South motorist was charged with unlicensed operation and passing a Stop sign on July 10th.

Identity theft

On July 10th a victim reported that their identity had been stolen and used to open an unauthorized bank account.

Suspended license

A Stewart Avenue driver was charged with driving with a suspended license and a suspended registration on July 10th.

Fallen limbs

As a result of strong winds on July 10th, Officers responded to five reports of fallen tree limbs blocking roadways.

Unlicensed operation

A Stewart Avenue motorist was charged with unlicensed operation and using a cell phone while driving on July 10th.

Item taken

On July 11th an item was reported stolen from a vehicle parked in Field 7N.

Suspended license

A Wyatt Road motorist was charged with driving with a suspended license and three additional traffic violations on July 11th.

Unauthorized account

On July 11th a victim reported that their identity was stolen and used to open an unauthorized bank account.

Threatening messages

Threatening phone messages were sent to a local business office on July 11th.

Suspended reg

On July 11th a Clinton Road motorist was charged with driving with a suspended registration and uninsured auto.

Bomb threat

On July 12th Garden City Police responded to a 7th Street office building for a bomb threat. The building and an adjoin ing building were evacuat ed. Garden City and Nassau County Police then searched the interior and exterior of the buildings with negative results. GCFD and NYU Medics were on standby during the event. The investigation is ongoing.

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storm, Garden City Police responded to three reports of flooding, three reports of fallen tree limbs, two alarm calls, and a traffic light malfunction.

Excessive speed

A Clinton Road motorist was charged with driving with a suspended license and excessive speed on July 13th.

Burnt food

Garden City Police arrested a Clinton Road motorist on July 12th for having two DWI-related driver’s license suspensions and excessive speed.

Overweight truck

A Clinton Road truck driver was charged with driving an overweight vehicle on July 12th.

False alarms

On July 12th Garden City Police and Firefighters responded to four locations for fire alarms set in error.

Unsecured truck load

A Clinton Road truck operator was charged with driving with an unsecured load on July 12th.

Employment scam

On July 12th a victim reported that he had been advised by email and phone that he had been accepted for a college intern position. He then received a check to purchase the required materials at a specific site. The victim deposited the check and then sent funds via a cash app to the site. He never received the materials and later determined it was a scam after his bank advised him the check bounced, and the funds he sent via the cash app were deducted from his account.

Suspended registration

An 11th Street motorist was charged with driving with a suspended registration on July 12th.

Failure to stop for police

A Washington Avenue motorist was charged with multiple lane usage violations and failure to stop for a police vehicle on July 12th.

Storm calls

As a result of a July 13th rain-

Garden City Police and Firefighters responded to the Residence Inn on July 13th for a smoke condition caused by food left on a stove. Firefighters rendered the area safe and vented the building. There were no reported injuries.

Unlicensed operation

A Clinton Road motorist was charged with driving with a suspended registration, unlicensed operation, and tinted windows on July 13th.

Stalking arrest

As a result of a domestic incident investigation, on July 14th Garden

City Detectives arrested a 58-yearold male for allegedly continuously following another family member on multiple occasions after being advised to stop. He was charged with Stalking 4th Degree.

DWI arrest

On July 14th Garden City Police arrested a Franklin Avenue motorist for DWI, unlicensed operation, and unsafe lane usage.

Suspended license

A Clinton Road motorist was charged with driving with a suspended license and a suspended registration on July 14th.

Thefts investigated

Garden City Police are investigating a report of the theft of items and money from a residence over a twoyear period.

Suspended registration

A Stewart Avenue motorist was charged with driving with a suspended registration on July 14th.

Excessive speed

A Clinton Road motorist was charged with excessive speed and

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BY REV. CANON KATE SALISBURY

The Cathedral of the Incarnation is pleased to announce the recipients of this year’s Service League Trust Grant: Dean Armstrong, Anton Haskevych and Kevin White. For years, the Cathedral Service League was among the central women’s organizations serving the Cathedral community. This Grant, which was established to support young adults preparing for study or vocational training after high school, is its legacy.

Dean, Anton and Kevin are 2024 high school graduates and members of the cathedral community whose proposed courses of study reflect the spirit of service in which the Grant was established. Below is a bit of information about each.

Dean Armstrong is a 2024 graduate of Wantagh High School who joined the Cathedral at a young age. Dean has increasingly taken on leadership roles in worship and Christian formation. His time leading Sunday School classes, in particular, informed his love of mentoring and his decision to pursue a degree in early education at SUNY New Paltz this fall.

Anton Haskevych is a 2024 graduate of Garden City High School, who moved

from war torn Ukraine with his family two years ago. In 2022, when he was the equivalent of a high school sophomore, Anton began making phone calls from his hometown near the occupied city of Kherson to churches and organizations in the United States in the hopes of relocating here. After 2,147 calls, and as many refusals, Anton reached the office of the Cathedral, where Director of Music, Larry Tremsky picked up the phone. Mr. Tremsky is fluent in Ukrainian and went on to work with the Cathedral and Episcopal Diocese of

Long Island to bring Anton, his mother and younger sister to Garden City, where both children were enrolled in school. Anton begins his undergraduate studies this fall at UC Irvine, in Southern California.

Kevin White is a graduating member of the Wellington C. Mepham School’s class of 2024. Having grown up at the Cathedral, Kevin has contributed to the life of this community in many ways. For years, he played the donkey in the Christmas pageant, and he has since moved on to serve as a lector

on Sunday mornings. Kevin writes, “Through involvement in youth group, Sunday school classes and other church activities, I have learned valuable life skills such as leadership, teamwork and empathy.” Kevin begins undergraduate studies this fall at SUNY, Oneonta.

As Dean, Anton and Kevin pursue further education, the Cathedral offers thanksgiving for the gifts they have offered our community, and blessings for the work ahead.

Kevin White

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Paul’s following the current July 2024 Recreation Survey.

July 19,

Mayor Mary Carter Flanagan disclosed this information, stating that surveys focused on recreational and community uses of St. Paul’s will continue to be utilized to decide a path forward on St. Paul’s. The current survey, which is focused on recreation needs assessment, came with a hefty price tag of $174,000. This fee, by the way, was originally for $159,000 for all phases of the BCI process that was to include “surveys”. Suddenly, at a recent BOT meeting they needed an extra $15,000 for additional surveys. While the exact number of future surveys and their associated costs remains unknown, I have heard concerns raised about the potential implications of this decision. My friends and neighbors argue that conducting more surveys is a costly undertaking and will not provide relevant new data but will lead to more delays on moving forward with a recreational and cultural center at St. Paul’s.

Furthermore, I have heard concerns about the quality of the surveys being conducted by Brandsetter-Carroll Inc., (BCI). From their website, it appears that BCI does not have experience with buildings on the National Register of

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Historic Places nor the New York State law regarding Landmark Buildings and Alienation issues. The majority of BCI’s work appears to be concentrated in the field of recreation mostly in the Midwest with little or no experience in New York State and no experience in a building the size of St. Paul’s. Many questions included in the current survey lack background information necessary for residents to make informed decisions. The current BCI Recreation Needs Assessment Survey has now been posted online allowing residents, non-residents, and non - Garden City taxpayers to complete the survey. The lack of control and context of these poorly crafted surveys raises questions about the validity and usefulness of the survey results.

Thankfully, at the June 20th BOT meeting, the new board voted against the resolution to conduct another survey, in a vote of 6-2 against any new survey focused on the uses of St. Paul’s. Part of the reason is to wait and see what the results of the first “recreational needs assessment” survey are and how that reflects upon future uses for St. Paul’s main building and the overall campus.

Yet, even with the resolution passed to halt the next survey, the Mayor is desperately trying to move forward

with more surveys!! Residents are understandably skeptical about the true necessity of additional surveys. The usages and program analysis were already done by the former Mayor’s Committee on St Paul’s at no cost to the residents. With mounting costs, potential delays, and questionable survey practices, it remains to be seen how these survey efforts will ultimately benefit the community. We know what we want….a recreational and community enrichment center in the heart of our Village. Let’s make it happen.

There is no need for additional surveys with additional costs to the taxpayers of Garden City.

Robert Vassalotti

Let’s get it right

To the Editor:

Now that it has been decided that

something will eventually be done with St. Paul’s, taking more time to get it right may actually be a good thing. Additional resident input (including the recent survey) and outside consultants (so as to reduce the inevitability of costly change orders), may work in the Village’s favor. Interest rates, by all learned accounts, are suppose to decline in the fourth quarter and could continue throughout 2025.

If this is the case, when the Village floats financing bonds, in the amount of say $50 million or more, any reduction of Federal Reserve interest rates will actually save the Village money over the lifetime of the bond (though some would argue correctly, that increased labor/material costs will offset some of those savings).

In any case, I suggest we all relax, work together, and get it right!

Gordon Keit

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A selection from the extensive Village Archives located in the Stewart Room at the Library. Others can be seen at www.NYHeritage.org - click on Organizations, G, and Garden City Public Library.

Nassau County Courthouse

Nassau County is 125 years old in 2024, having been separated from Queens County in 1899 when Queens became part of greater New York City. One of the first requirements was a new County Courthouse. The Garden City Company donated land at the southwest corner of Old Country Rd. and Franklin Ave., just within the north boundary of the Village. The cornerstone was laid by Governor Theodore Roosevelt in 1901. The courthouse was given a Mineola address to avoid confusion for NYC travellers, as it is much closer to the Mineola RR station than the one in Garden City. Court operations were transferred to a new Courthouse on Old Country Rd. in 1940, and the building is now used for legislative offices. Shown is a photo of the original Courthouse facing southwest in the early 1900s, before wings were added on the sides in 1916. Franklin Ave. is a dirt road with a horses-drawn wagon approaching in the middle. At the left is a trolley on the line that started at Old Country Rd. and continued on Franklin into Hempstead and ultimately to Jamaica. That service ended in 1926. Arhives identifier: pbch08

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Garden City Middle School eighth grade students receive awards

On June 12, the Garden City Middle School held an awards ceremony to honor exceptional eighth graders and their academic, artistic, and athletic accomplishments. The ceremony kicked off with a beautiful rendition of the Star Spangled Banner sung by select students from Mrs. Menges’ eighth grade chorus. Principal Mr. Samuelson gave a wonderful introduction summing up the Middle School journey and offering wise words as the students venture off to high school. Each award was presented by a faculty member or community member. The event was capped off with photos and refreshments for students and families.

Congratulations to all!

The Music Awards are in recognition of outstanding achievement in Orchestra, Chorus, and Band, as demonstrated through superior musicianship, character, and leadership.

Chorus Award: Sofia Klocek Orchestra Award: Lucas McClure Band Award: Ryan Schmidt

The Holman Top Male Athlete Award is awarded to a male athlete who has demonstrated outstanding athletic achievement and sportsmanship as voted on by his coaches.

Awarded to James Walker

The Finnernan Top Female Athlete Award is awarded to a female athlete who has demonstrated outstanding athletic achievement and sportsmanship as voted on by her coaches.

Awarded to Charlotte Kenny

Aydan Eschmann was the recipient of two awards: The American Legion Award and the Triple C Award.

All of the amazing eighth grade award recipients.

The Robert Allen Top Scholar Athlete Awards are presented to 8th graders who not only participated on the Middle School athletic teams but also accomplished academic excellence throughout their middle school career.

Awarded to Delaney McNaboe, Tyler Packman, and Ryan Schmidt

The Carol Smith Award is presented to the 8th grader with the highest cumulative GPA.

Awarded to Marcus Lam

The Lawson Art Award is in recognition of outstanding achievement in the field of art, as demonstrated through superior artistry, character, and individual creativity.

Awarded to Violet Klayman

The Lavorino Award is given to an 8th grade student who participated in school

and/or community service for the common good and who has a generosity of spirit and willingness for self-sacrifice in devotion to helping others.

Awarded to Madeline Healey

The World Language Awards recognize superior scholarship, outstanding achievement, and enduring commitment of distinguished World Language students who demonstrate academic promise.

Spanish Award: Santo Aquila

Italian Award: Abigail Hogan

German Award: Susanna Phinney

The Triple C Awards are given from the NYS Attorney General to recognize students with “Character, Courage, and Commitment”.

Awarded to Aydan Eschmann and Charlotte Kenny

The American Legion Awards are

given to a boy and girl student who both exemplify qualities that define character such as courage, honor, leadership, and service.

Awarded to Aydan Eschmann and Michael Ferrucci

Victory Challenge Awards are given to students who demonstrate great determination, skill, and commitment to excellence and teamwork at the Victory Challenge.

Awarded to: Alex Dickey and John Juliano

The Dr. Peter Ostroff Award recognizes an exceptional eighth grader who embodies the characteristics of former principal Dr. Peter Ostroff. Dr. Ostroff created a positive culture and environment with a sense of community at the Middle School.

Awarded to Charlotte Bilello

Santo Aquilo (Spanish award) and Abigail Hogan (Italian award).

Top scholar athletes pictured with Garden City Athletic Director Ed Ramirez: Ryan Schmidt, Tyler Packman, and Delaney McNaboe.

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Garden City Nursery School holds reunion for Class of 2011

BY KATIE ROLAND

Just when I thought Garden City Nursery School could not be any more magical, we invited back the GCNS alumni who graduated from High School this year to relive their PreK days on our playground and in our classrooms. As President of the Board this year, I was privileged to witness the joy of our Alumni families reconnecting and relieving their memories of attending Garden City Nursery School. These grown-too-fast kids recreated old photos in our block room, walked around sitting in in their old seats that were too small for them now, and played on their old playground. Several of their former teachers joined marveling at how much they changed and yet how much they stayed the same.

Parents embraced each other, reminiscing not only about the great times their kids had as students, but also about their own joy and the strength of community that was fostered during those years. They shared how much they treasured “special days” when they got to come to the class and participate in their child’s learning and how they yearned for that level of involvement. I met former board members and class moms who spoke so fondly of their participation in the school. I teared up as I shared how my youngest would be graduating PreK next year and how much I would miss all those things when we left.

As I took in all that was happening around me, it reaffirmed my commit-

ment to reengaging our Alumni parents and students in this upcoming year.

One of the many things that makes GCNS such a special place is our strong sense of community. So many parents shared have shared with us that they made their lifelong friends in the walls of GCNS and felt so connected when they were there. They missed that connection when they left. Well, GCNS

Block room then.

The Garden City Nursery School Class of 2011 now

Block room now.

Garden City Nursery School holds reunion for Class of 2011

misses you too! If you are interested in getting news about what is happening at now at GCNS, learning about Alumni get-together opportunities, or just looking reminisce, we invite you to send us your contact information at alumni@ gcns.com.

After an hour and a half of visiting and relieving the past, the GCNS class of 2011 said goodbye once again to us as they prepare for the next step in their academic careers. We are so proud of all these kids of achieved, and can’t

wait to see all the new things they will accomplish.

Graduates

Franco Antonacci LIU), Ryan Arlotta (University of Pittsburgh), Cassidy Baker (Holy Cross), Eva Brandewiede (University of Richmond), Mia Brita (University of South Carolina), Mikey Buccella (SUNY Delhi), Josh Cohen (TCU), Dylan Coonerty (Loyola), Riley Donahue (Clemson), Jake Frankel (Providence College), Olivia Frankel

Group 3 now.

Front row: Kevin Young, Andrew Loughlin, Ryan Gawlik, John Gibbons

Middle row: Annie Palmer, Michael Buccella, Miranda Ludricks, Eva Bradewiede, Mia Brita.

Back row: Michael O'Hanlon, Ryan Arlotta.

(Fairfield University), Ryan Gawlik (University of Dayton), Justin Gisolfi (University of Georgia), John Gibbons (SUNY Plattsburgh), Julian Hinck (SUNY Buffalo), Matthew Kephart (Princeton University), Carson Kraus (Hamilton College), Cooper Kraus (Westminster School), Jack Lane (University of Tampa), Miranda Ludricks (GW University), Ryan Merle (SUNY Farmindale), Claire McNaly (Villanova), Michael O’Hanlon (Iona University), Ameen Panthaki

(Georgetown University), Daniele Russo (University of Rhode Island), Rose Schreier (Binghamton University), Riley Shaw (UVA), Ryan Winter (University of Tampa), Kevin Young (Wake Forest)

GCNS still has some spots open for our 2024/2025 year in Nursery (3s with birthdays between 12/2020 – 11/2021) and PreK (4s with birthdays between 12/2010 – 11/2020). Please contact our office for more information and a tour! 516-481-7765 - office@gcns.org

Group 5 now.

Front row: Julian Hinck, Rose Schreier, Ryan Winter, Carson Kraus, Cooper Kraus, Jack Lane, Armeen Panthaki.

Back row: Jake Frankel, Matt Kephart, Claire McNalley, Riley Shaw, Olivial Frankel, Daniele Russo, Riley Donahue, Joshua Cohen, Justin Gisolfi.

driving an uninsured vehicle on July 14th.

Drug arrest

On July 15th, Garden City Detectives arrested a male subject on 7th Street for alleged Criminal Possession of a Narcotic substance (MDMA) and Criminal Possession of a Narcotic Substance with Intent to Sell.

DWI related arrests

On July 15th Garden Cityu Police and the Nassau County Probation Department conducted a joint operation, which resulted in the arrest of three subjects for driving with DWIrelated license suspensions and driving without court-ordered interlock devices.

Unlicensed operation

A Clinton Road motorist was charged with unlicensed operation and excessive speed on July 15th.

Gazebo damaged

LEGAL NOTICES

NASSAU COUNTY

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

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NASSAU COUNTY

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

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On July 15th, Garden City Police investigated a report of a damaged railing and banister at the St. Paul’s Field Gazebo.

Excessive speed

A Clinton Road motorist was charged with driving with a suspended registration and excessive speed on July 15th.

Alarm error

On July 15th Garden City Police responded to a residence for a medical alert alarm and determined it was set in error.

DWI arrest

Officers arrested a Main Street motorist for DWI and unsafe lane usage on July 16th.

Suspended license

On July 16th a Clinton Road motorist was charged with driving with a suspended license, a suspended registration, and speeding.

Suspicious backpack

Garden City Police responded to the Country Life Press RR Station for a suspicious back-

summer!

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Teen Calming Corner

Did you know the Library’s Tweens and Teens Department has established a “Teen Calming Corner” in the Tweens and Teens Room? Thanks to NYS “Love Your Library” funding, the corner was set up in May, National Mental Health Awareness Month, and is open for the use of tweens and teens in Grades 6-12. A calm down corner is a designated space with the sole intent of being a safe space for a child to go when they feel their emotions are running too high and they need to regain their emotional and physical control. Items included in the Teen Calming Corner are bean bag chairs, sensory and fidget toys, weighted blankets, coloring pages, coping cards, a worry shredder, noise-reducing earmuffs. The Corner also includes a selection of books from the Young Adult collection focused on mindfulness and mental health.

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pack on July 16th, and determined the item was apparently lost property.

Excessive speed

A Clinton Road motorist was charged with driving with a suspended registration and excessive speed on July 16th.

Burning wax paper

Garden City Police and Firefighters responded to a business on July 16th for a fire alarm and determined the cause was burning wax paper in the oven.

Suspended registration

A Franklin Avenue motorist was charged with driving with a suspended registration and unregistered vehicle on July 16th.

Excessive speed

A Stewart Avenue motorist was charged with driving with a suspended registration and excessive speed on July 16th.

EAB Tip of the Week

STOP Collections

The Town of Hempstead (TOH) is sponsoring S.T. O. P. programs over the summer:

July 20: Saturday 9:00-2:00 TOH Parking Field L2 Division Avenue off of Hempstead Turnpike, Levittown

August 11: Sunday 9:00-2:00

Dept. of Public Works 450 Milburn Avenue, Hempstead

S.T.O.P. = stop throwing out pollutants

Materials Accepted at S.T.O.P. collections:

Aerosol cans, ammonia, batteries, bleach, bug/rodent killers, degreasers, disinfectants, drain cleaners, fertilizers with herbicides, fire extinguishers (one time use), flammable liquids, kerosene, lacquers, paint (oil & water base)oven cleaners, paint strippers & thinners, pesticides, polishes, propane tanks 20 lb, solvents, spot removers, swimming pool chemicals, telephone books, tires, (car, off rim) varnish, waste oil (limit 6 in 5 gallon container), weed killers

Submitted by the GC Environmental Advisory Board

mcarterflanagan@gardencityny.net

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Summertime Gazebo Concerts

In cooperation with Steve Dassa Entertainment, the Garden City Recreation and Parks Department is pleased to announce its remaining schedule of summer concerts:

• July 25: Jenna Esposito performing songs from the Great American Songbook

• August 1: The 1910 Fruitgum Company “Simon Says” and more 60s hits

• August 8: Blue Meanies playing the best of The Beatles and The Monkees

• August 15: Prime Time Country Band playing country music favorites

All performances are held at the Gazebo on the Village Green, located at the corner of

Stewart and Hilton avenues. Shows begin promptly at 7:15 p.m. Please be advised that there are no restroom facilities at the Gazebo. 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 indoor shows. For additional information about these shows, please call Garden City Recreation and Parks at 465-4075.

Happening in Garden City

Saturday, July 20

2:00 p.m. The band Side Effects plays classic rock and roll at the Library

7:00 p.m. Mini Golf Glow Night at Community Park

Sunday, July 21

1:00 p.m. Magic of Amore at the Pool for members and

guests. Nominal fee for guests.

Monday, July 22

1:30 p.m. Movie Matineé: Bourne Identity at the Library

4:00 p.m. Teen Crafternoon: Candy Sushi at the Library. Must register.

7:30 p.m. Middle School Night at the Pool for members and guests. $5 for non-member middle school guests.

Tuesday, July 23

6:30 p.m. Architectural Design Review Board meeting at Village Hall

Thursday, July 25

6:00 p.m. Bubble Bus a Hemlock Park

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

Saturday, July 27

5:30 p.m. Party Under The Stars at the Pool for members and guests. Nominal fee for guests.

Cambria is Great Base for Pacific Highway Roadtrip

From the opulent Hearst Castle, we drive back down the hill, to the coastal Old San Simeon Village. A whaling village in the 1800s, William Randolph Hearst turned it into a village for his workers who, over the 28 years, constructed his “Enchanted Hill.”

Sebastian’s General Store on San Simeon Bay really encapsulates the history and heritage of the village. Built in 1852 at the peak of the whaling industry, the Sebastian Brothers supplied whalers, fishermen, miners, and neighboring ranches. Sebastian Brothers General Merchandise was the significant shipping point for whale oil, cheese, butter and other commodities on the Central Coast. Old San Simeon Village boomed with two hotels (the first-class Bay View Hotel built in 1878 had among its famous guests Thomas A. Edison, Winston Churchill and Calvin Coolidge), saloons, a blacksmith, a livery stable, a butcher, schools, a depot for a stage travel to Cambria and a telegraph line to San Luis Obispo. The town flourished until 1910 and then declined (Hearst began building his castle in 1919), but Sebastian’s General Store has survived – there are even remnants of its post office. The Sebastian family bought the building in 1914 and operated the store for almost 100 years. Today, Sebastian’s offers an absolutely marvelous café (fabulous sandwiches and shop, and is a wine-tasting venue (Hearst Winery is just across the street). (Sebastian’s General Store https://highway1roadtrip.com/ things-to-do/sebastian-s-general-

females lie about as their pups nurse or just hang out.

It is astonishing to learn from the guide that the elephant seals don’t eat at all for the weeks they are here – losing as much as 2000 pounds of their weight. Twice a year, the males swim to Alaska, Aleutian Islands, stay in the ocean where they eat, while the females, interestingly, swim to Hawaii, diving 3000 ft. deep to eat. They only come to the Piedras Blancas rookery to mate, give birth and nurse their pup before the process starts all over again.

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The setting is adjacent to a gorgeous field filled with wildflowers, surrounding the historic school house, even more picturesque as horses wander through the field, with the Hearst Castle on hilltop in background completing the scene, as we enjoy our picnic lunch.

I wander across the road and find Hearst Beach where I happen upon a couple of dejected young male elephant seals. Guides are here to keep people an appropriate distance away from them. The guide explains they are young males which were pretty much beaten up by the older more aggressive males, and came here to “sulk” and recuperate. He tells me that almost 25,000 elephant seals are mating, birthing and nursing here along this 8 mile coastal rookery.

From here, we drive five miles further north on Pacific Highway

1 to the Elephant Seal Rookery viewing area at Piedras Blancas (“White Rocks”), a narrow strip of rocky beach where thousands of elephant seals—the West Coast’s largest pinnipeds—are massed. It is widely considered one of the best wildlife experiences in California (and free!), and happens adjacent to the Pacific Highway. President Barack Obama made this site part of the California Coastal National Monument in 2017.

We walk along a boardwalk for amazing views of the scene, where helpful docents from Friends of the Elephant Seal answer our endless stream of questions.

It is fascinating to watch the huge marine mammals unabashedly breed, birth, molt, nurse and rest. Giant bulls, some as big as 16 feet long and weighing 4,000 pounds, inflate their trunk-like snouts to create a roaring bellow. The smaller

We watch males fending off each other; even mating behavior (not at all romantic); and mothers nursing. We see what looks like family groups, but the guide says that while the mother knows her pup (and may nurse a second pup), the male has no relationship at all with a mate or a family. That gets me thinking why the young males who got beaten up would bother to risk getting beaten up again, why don’t they just hang out on their own? He tells me the urge to propagate is too strong.

Elephant seals, I learn, were thought to be on the verge of extinction, but have made a dramatic recovery over the last century, bounding back from fewer than 100 to an estimated 210,000-239,000 animals. The rookery of elephant seals at Piedras Blancas has become one of the largest on the west coast with a population estimated at 23,320.

Peak season is December through May though smaller numbers of seals may be seen during other months (https://elephantseal.org/).

Off in the distance you can see the 70-foot tall Piedras Blancas Light Station. Built in 1875 and still in operation today, you can take a

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2-hour tour of the interior and grounds, year-round. (Access to the light station grounds is by guided tour only.)

We return to Moonstone Beach, which we explored a bit in the morning, to more fully enjoy this enchanting place. Named for the smooth stones with intricate patterns polished by the tides, Moonstone Beach is considered one of the Central Coast’s best beaches. You feel so completely at peace here. The Moonstone Beach Boardwalk, extending some 1 ½ miles, affords visitors stunning views of the beach from bluffs and is itself artfully constructed to provide gorgeous scenes as you walk. In the north section, you can take paths down to the rocky seashore and tidepools (considered some of the best tidepools on the Central Coast), where you can look for crabs, sea anemones, urchin, sea slugs, and see seals resting on the rocks, especially from the Seal View Beach Deck. At Shamel Park, on the eastern edge of Moonstone Beach, an interpretive sign from the Whale Trail national organization identifies the lookout from Moonstone Beach as one of the best viewing spots for gray whales, white-sided dolphins, elephant seals, seabirds and sea otters. There are also sections of the beach popular for surfing, which also provides for entertaining viewing.

After spending more time on Moonstone Beach in Cambria, we head out for our next experience – at Ragged Point which we try to time for the late afternoon light – passing the Piedras Blancas Lighthouse which is gated off - but a short distance beyond, we find a pull-in that gives a view of the lighthouse, as well as many more of the elephant

Old San Simeon, with its historic school house, horse pasture, and the Hearst Castle way up the hillside, make for a striking scene for our picnic lunch at Sebastian’s General Store © Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com

seals on this stretch of beach.

Ragged Point is 11 miles further north along Pacific Highway 1, which actually is at the southern tip of Big Sur (Gorda, about 20 more miles further, was as far north as you could go on Pacific Highway 1 from this direction, before the highway was closed). Here, we are back in the land of high, steep cliffs that make for such dramatic vistas. It is late afternoon, and we find a stunning turn off to take in the view.

At Ragged Point Resort, where we will be having dinner, there is a trail that goes down to the beach to a high waterfall. Eric goes down (it is fairly steep, muddy and close to sunset and I don’t want to hold him back), but I walk along the edge of the resort where there is a partial view of the waterfall, and a great view of the open ocean and sunset.

We enjoy our dinner at the restaurant – the mushroom bisque is delicious, the rib eye served with bourbon and almond demi-glaze is done perfectly, with wonderful flavor. The chef seems to enjoy interesting flavor combinations. (Ragged Point Inn & Resort, 19019 CA-1, Ragged Point, CA, 888-584-6374, www.raggedpointinn.com).

Driving back to Cambria from Ragged Point, we stop for stargazing just around Hearst Ranch and hear the cacophony, the roar, of the elephant seals. There are breaks in the cloud cover, just clear enough to see constellations.

There is more to see around Cambria, that unfortunately, we did not have time for since we were continuing on our way down the Pacific Highway: Fiscalini Ranch Preserve is home to a number of endangered species and

Mighty Magnesium

BY CHARLYN FARGO

I’m often asked if you need to take a particular supplement. Magnesium seems to be especially popular right now. It’s been in the news, with a study published in July 2021 in Advances in Nutrition regarding its potential role in reducing cardiovascular disease and cancer.

But here’s the important thing: You need to get magnesium from food, not supplements. The systematic review and meta-analysis of prospective cohort studies found higher dietary -- but not supplement or total -- magnesium intake associated with lower cancer and all-cause mortality, but not with cardiovascular disease mortality. The study found that each additional intake of 100 milligrams per day

of dietary magnesium was associated with a 6% and 5% reduced risk of all-cause and cancer mortality, respectively.

The recommended daily allowance for magnesium is 320 milligrams for women over the age of 30, and 420 milligrams for men over 30. However, the average American adult diet provides about 50 to 75 milligrams below what is needed. Most of us need to be eating more foods that are high in magnesium.

Just what does magnesium do?

Magnesium can play a role in regulation of blood pressure and vascular function, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory defenses, as well as blood sugar control and insulin sensitivity, maintenance of healthy cells and bone health.

So, what should you be eating? Green

species of special concern. The Ranch is bordered by a riparian habitat that encompasses tidal effect zones, seasonal freshwater marshes, and wetlands filled with birds. A dramatic ocean bluff that runs more than a mile along the shoreline of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary where you can view migrating whales, elephant seals, and other ocean mammals. The Ranch features eight trails that meander through 437 acres of protected forest, riparian habitat, and grasslands. The benches located along the trails are each unique pieces of art that offer stunning ocean views. (604 Main Street Trail access at 2799, Bluff Trail, Cambria, CA 93428, 805-927-2856, https://www.fiscaliniranchpreserve.org/)

Covell’s California Clydesdales: 100 Clydesdale horses roam 2000 acres of pristine Monterey Pine forest and rolling pastures with an exquisite view of the ocean. Much of the forest of Cambria Pines by the Sea Ranch is protected in a nature conservation easement (Cambria Pines by the Sea, Cambria, CA 93428, 805-975-7332, https://www. covellsclydesdaleranch.com/)

Back at the Castle Inn we enjoy the heated pool and hot tub. The motel is perfect for our stay in Cambria, with a refrigerator, free wifi, continental breakfast, across street from Moonstone Beach boardwalk, 10 minutes drive, to Hearst Castle, 15 minutes from Elephant Seal Vista Point. (6620 Moonstone Beach Dr, Cambria, CA, 93428, 805-927-8605, castle-inn-cambria.hotelsone.com)

We set out again on the Pacific Highway 1, bound for Redondo Beach. More information: visitcambriaca. com

leafy vegetables, cruciferous vegetables, bananas, citrus fruits and mangoes, for starters. Here’s a list of other magnesium-rich foods.

-- Green vegetables -- especially dark green leafy vegetables and okra. The U.S. Department of Agriculture National Nutrient Database shows spinach, Swiss chard and beet greens are highest in magnesium. But since these greens are high in oxalate, which binds to magnesium and reduces intestinal absorption, cooked forms of these vegetables and others (such as kale) may be top sources.

-- Deep-orange winter squash and sweet potatoes -- but sweet potato fries and chips and other orange vegetables (like

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BY CLAIRE LYNCH

When a new house becomes a home

My sister, Susan, moved recently from one house to another and I got recruited to help her box things.

She and her husband, Don, had retired and were downsizing so that meant they had to toss certain things and donate things to charity then pack the rest of their belongings before the moving van arrived. The good news was this was a local move. They had picked a smaller house in the next town over so it’s not like they were going long distance.

Still, any move is a big undertaking and any recruits that could be brought in were appreciated. Susan phoned me about going there on a Saturday so I brought along my friend, Nicole, and the four of us had a nice lunch, chatted for a while then got busy sorting through items and packing them up.

We filled large boxes and plastic bins with lots of household items: with coffee mugs, cups and saucers, everyday dinner plates, serving platters and drawers full of utensils. We bubble-wrapped family photos, plaques and diplomas. There are lots of people in our large extended family - plus Susan and Don have three kids of their own and two grandchildren - so the family photos took quite a while to box.

In one closet I found a stack of board games so I pulled them out and placed them neatly in large boxes. I almost got off track because it was tempting to sit down and play a game of “Scattergories” or “Catan” but of course that would have taken too long and taken us away from the job at hand. I thought about it, though. The “Scrabble” board game was oversized so that took a little maneuvering but it fit.

Susan found some loose cards from “The Match Game” and almost threw them out until she read the first question aloud and thought how fun it would be for us relatives play it. Susan and I both remembered Gene Rayburn on TV in the 1960s asking the questions. When she said it was too good to toss, I

said to keep it. Moving on, I very carefully emptied their large china closet. It held a beautiful display of china plates, crystal glasses and Lenox vases both large and small. Placing these things onto the dining room table, I wrapped them, boxed them and added extra bubble wrap for added protection. These were definitely the fragile pieces so I had to take my time and be extra careful as I wrapped them. Susan and Don would want to arrive at their new house with their china and vases intact so they could proudly display them again.

Some of Susan’s hobbies include scrapbooking and making cards so there were plenty of scrapbooking supplies, stickers and scissors. I found several paper flowers just waiting to be affixed. Lots of things to go through. Boxes and boxes of paper looked brand new so some could still be used and other things, i.e., scraps, could be tossed.

We started filling large trash cans with discards and packed the things that were still useful. We labeled everything as we went along because prior moves had taught us all that the more efficient you are at the beginning, the better off it is in the end. Arriving in the new house with boxes properly labeled is helpful if they’re going in the kitchen, dining room, etc.

Don’s hobby is playing croquet and he looks forward to sunshiny days when he can set up the game in the back yard and invite people over to play. Don struck me as more of a golf aficionado and he even had the build for golf: he was tall, thin and athletic. Who knew that croquet was more his thing? When I opened a closet I saw tons and tons of mallets, wickets and colorful croquet balls. That closet seemed to be filled with lots of croquet equipment and it wasn’t organized at all.

I spent some time transferring everything to a large, 40-gallon Rubbermaid bin on two wheels and I did it as carefully as possible because I knew very well that at their new house Don would be looking to play croquet. Extra towels worked well as wedges - they helped

keep everything in place so I was pleased with that.

The curtains that had been hung carefully on the living room windows and throughout the other rooms had to be pulled down, folded and put into a box.

Plenty of other things had to be cleared out. When Susan and Don left for their smaller but nifty new house, their current house had to be a blank slate for the new owners. They would choose the paint colors, the curtains and the area rugs they wanted. They would select new couches and recliners for the living room and hang their family photos on the walls. In short, they would make this house their own.

Taking a break afterwards I noticed that the walls of their house looked bare and the closets did, too. I knew that it was a time of transition - Susan and Don were going from one house to anotherbut that didn’t make me feel any better. A house was a home because of the many good times we, their extended family, had enjoyed there celebrating holidays and any old day of the week. In

my opinion, a house is a home because of the big personalities that bring it to life.

If I go back to Susan and Don’s old house six months from now - if I knock on the door and by chance the new owners invite me - I bet I’d hardly recognize the inside of the house, that’s how different it would be. Even the decorative pillows on the couch will be a different fabric and splash of color than something Susan and Don would have chosen but that’s okay because it’s their new home. And a house is never a home until you make it your own.

Don’t Take Financial Advice From a Guy in a Kayak

BY TOM MARGENAU

I’ve discussed this issue before in this column. I am a Social Security expert. I know all about the rules and regulations that can affect your Social Security benefits. But I am NOT a financial planner. I rarely tell people when to apply for their Social Security benefits. I give them all the facts and then let them decide, sometimes in consultation with a real financial planner, exactly when they should start their Social Security checks.

But even though I’ve stressed a thousand times that I am not a financial planner, people are always emailing me asking me when they should take their Social Security benefits. So how do I prove to folks that I’m not a financial guy?

Well, I think I finally have proof.

I was going through some old family photos the other day and came across this

picture. That’s my wife in the kayak. And I’m in another kayak behind her taking the photo. And that’s our neighbor’s boat! Let me explain. We were living at the time in San Diego. Or to be more specific, we were living on Coronado Island, which sits in the bay across from downtown San Diego. We were living in a part of town that was interspersed with canals. Every house in the neighborhood had a dock. And almost every dock had a boat moored to it.

Coronado Island was populated, for the most part, by people of means. For example, San Diego was a Navy town. The sailors who didn’t reside on base lived in apartments spread around the city. But the captains and admirals lived in Coronado. So did the captains of industry, as well as many doctors, lawyers and other professionals. And yet, a moderately paid government employee and his librarian spouse (that would be me and my wife) somehow managed to find a home we could barely afford in Coronado.

So there we were with a home on the water and a boat dock, surrounded by people who had the money to fill their slip. Many of our neighbors had boats similar to the one you see in the picture. But all my wife and I could afford were a couple of kayaks. Yet I can tell you, we sure had fun paddling around the canals and out into the San Diego Bay in our poor man’s yachts!

Anyway, here is my point. Look again at the picture. Would you rather take

financial advice from the person in the kayak or from the person who owned that huge yacht? I think it’s a no-brainer. Talk to the guy in the yacht about financial advice. But you can talk to me for Social Security advice.

I was reminded of all this when some of you reacted to something I said in a column a couple weeks ago. I told readers not to fret so much over the starting date for their Social Security checks. I specifically told a guy who was almost losing sleep because he wanted to make darn sure his benefits started exactly at age 70 that he shouldn’t worry. I said if his benefits happened to start one month early, he’d only lose a fraction of 1% in his ongoing benefit rate. So I said it was “no big deal.” And I thought my comment was literally that -no big deal. But here is an example of the reaction I got:

“I can’t believe the lousy financial advice you gave a reader this week! You told him it would be ‘no big deal’ if he got one month’s extra Social Security check at a reduced rate. You’re wrong. It would be a huge deal. You’ve got to remember that the loss he suffers will just continue to compound over the years. He could eventually lose hundreds if not thousands of dollars if he takes the reduced benefit rate.”

Well, please let kayak boy make a couple points in response to that criticism and others I received in a similar vein.

First, I was not giving this guy financial advice. I merely told him that I thought it wasn’t that big a deal if he ended up making a mistake and starting his benefits in August instead of September when he turned 70.

Second, let’s follow an example to find out if it would be a “huge deal” if that happened. Let’s say the guy’s full retirement age benefit is $3,000 per month. If he waited until age 70 in September to start his retirement checks, he’d get a 32% bonus. In other words, he’d get $3,960 monthly.

The delayed retirement bonus is actually two-thirds of 1% for each month benefits are delayed beyond full retirement age -- up to age 70. So, if this guy inadvertently started his Social Security checks in August, he’d get a roughly 31.4% bonus instead of the full 32%. In other words, his monthly Social Security check would be about $3,942.

That’s $18 less than his potential age 70 rate. But then you have to remember that he would be getting one extra Social Security check at the $3,942 amount. If you divide $18 into that, you will learn that he has to live 219 months, or about 18 years, beyond age 70 before he is going to come out on the short end of the Social Security stick by starting his benefits one month early. Or to put that another way, once he is 88 years old, he will start losing $18 per month.

I suppose there is a chance this guy could live to be 100 and end up losing hundreds or even a couple thousand dollars.

Of course, there is also a chance he’ll get hit by a bus at age 72. So is it “no big deal?” Or a “huge deal?” I guess it’s all in the way you look at it. If you are a money person and like to worry about these things, then consult a financial planner (who probably owns a big boat), go over all the numbers, create all kinds of spreadsheets, come up with all kinds of matrixes and then make a decision. (And hope you don’t get hit by that bus!) But if you’re like me, someone who

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Give yourself time when considering moving

You are now considering selling your home. Going through the organizing and packing process can be extremely challenging if you are not organized. However, first off, have you thought seriously about where you are moving? What towns and schools, if you still have young children? Is your home larger than your current needs, and are taxes and overall expenses too high? Downsizing is the answer. Do you want to stay locally within the same town, or move out of state to where your children reside? Maybe you already have a second home and know where you will be living. These are important aspects of deciding where to move to. Finding a reliable mover with excellent reviews and testimonials will be a starting point. Ask close friends or people you know who can provide a mover who did a commendable job and that you had a satisfactory experience. Most important is asking the moving companies about their insurance and policy if something gets damaged or broken beyond repair. Will they replace the item or provide you with a cash settlement?

There are a multitude of decisions that will have to be considered. To simplify things one should create a checklist and contemplate the necessary steps to begin all those crucial aspects of your move. Googling “checklists when moving” will provide you with an excellent format and you can also add to it as needed. Whether you are upgrading or downsizing, moving can be stressful (and exciting too) at the same time, if you aren’t properly prepared. Give yourself and your family a cushion of at least 6 months. This will minimize the challenges and issues that will come about during that time. Once you have decided where you are going, you will need to sell your home.

Deciding who to hire will be critical in knowing all the details of selling and that will be handled by a knowledgeable, expert and reliable Broker, who has years of experience to get the job done responsibly. This will help to make your closing a happy ending. There is much to do in the process from the start to the closing table. You should walk around the inside and outside of your home as if you were

the purchaser, to ascertain what basic things need to be either repaired or replaced. You may or may not have a huge budget, but the cost of not doing anything just might be more costly in the long run.

BY PHILIP A. RAICES

I don’t suggest that you do a new kitchen or bathrooms; unless you plan to live there for at least 5 plus years. But you must realize that, depending on the market, you may not recover the total investment in those major improvements. You will want to walk away with as much equity as possible. I always suggest that if you are going to sell sooner, do not spend a lot on upgrades as this is something that should be left to the buyer’s decision and specific tastes once they own your home. However, a good coat of paint will be a great start. Also, getting rid of clutter and knowing what you will be taking with you and what you will be either throwing out or donating for a tax deduction. Having your home look like a “shiny penny” will make buyers feel that you took care of your home over the years that you have lived there. As they say, “You don’t get a second chance at a first impression.”

Check out the exterior of your home and see what you can do to improve it. Spray all weeds during the cooler hours of the morning or evening. Edge the flower beds. Have your gardener fertilize your lawn with a summer fertilizer and apply insect control. Remove all branches that might be overhanging your home and trim and prune all bushes below the window sill. Clean all your windows inside and outside. Make sure your patios are clean and mold-free as well as your vinyl siding. Does the outside of your home need painting; then that is something to consider if within your budget. If you haven’t completed this during the spring, clean your gutters and leaders of all

debris. Check for any hazards that might cause a lawsuit as the home is being shown. Once you complete your packing, and after you remove all those items that you will not be taking with you; utilizing a cleaning service will make your job easier. Several franchised companies for cleaning and removals will cart away whatever you want to be thrown out. Some even donate acceptable and slightly used items to local charities (The Cancer Society or St. Vincent DePaul) as opposed to dumping them. Deciding what you need daily to live will make your packing a much easier process. Why procrastinate, when the process can be simplified by doing a little bit every day and then you will minimize the stress that goes along with your move?

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Getting Ready for a New Puppy

BY MARY HUNT

Whether a new puppy makes your dreams of the perfect family dog come true or turns into a total nightmare depends on how well you’ve prepared, starting with a well-planned first 24 hours.

Choosing your new best friend can be quite a challenge! Visit www.selectadogbreed.com to find the right dog breed to suit your lifestyle. Once you have established the kind of dog and size that is best for your lifestyle, you need to decide where to get the puppy. From a shelter or reputable breeder? Take the time to research this thoroughly. The shelter of course presents the most affordable choice.

Now it’s time to set up a family meeting to determine scheduling. Who will take the puppy to the papers or backyard and when? Who will be in charge of feedings three or four times a day? Who will make veterinary appointments for vaccinations and deworming? A new puppy should not be left alone until about eight weeks old, so make sure you have proper coverage.

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carrots and sweet peppers) aren’t as high in magnesium.

-- Tomato-vegetable juice and tomato juice -- (low-sodium preferred for most people).

-- Whole grains -- cooked intact grains (brown rice, bulgur, quinoa) and wholewheat pasta are even higher in magnesium than other whole-wheat grain products.

-- Pulses (dried beans and peas, lentils, chickpeas) and soy foods -- especially soy options like edamame and tempeh.

-- Nuts and seeds -- peanut and almond butters, too.

Q and A

Q: Fortified juices, flavored and infused waters, coffee, tea, sports drinks and antioxidant beverages are all the rage. Are drinks viable sources of antioxidants?

A: There are upwards of thousands

Next, create a vocabulary list everyone will use. If Mom says “down” when puppy climbs on the couch, Dad says “down” when he wants him to lie down, and Junior utters “sit down” when he expects the pup’s rear to hit the floor, the result will be one confused dog! Putting the schedule and vocabulary list in writing helps everyone in the home to stick to it.

Next, draft a shopping list and purchase supplies. You will need food and water bowls, chew toys, grooming supplies, bedding, a collar and leash, identification tag, crate, gate and odor neutralizer. Pre-puppy shopping allows you to order from wholesale catalogs or visit the pet superstore in the next county without the pressure of needing it right now.

You’ll need to puppy-proof the area where the youngster will spend most of his time the first few months. This may mean taping electrical cords to baseboards, storing household chemicals on high shelves, removing plants, rugs and breakables, setting up the crate and installing gates. Once you think you’ve completely puppy-proofed, lie on the floor and look around once more to get a puppy’s-eye view.

When you pick up your puppy, remember to ask what and when he was fed. Replicate that schedule for at least the first few days to avoid gastric distress. If you wish to switch to a different brand of food, do so over a period of about a week by adding 1 part new brand to 3 parts of the old for several days; then switch to equal parts, then 1 part old to 3 parts new.

From the start, consistency is important. On the way home, puppy should ride in the backseat, either in one person’s arms or, preferably, in a crate or carrier.

Once home, take him to his toileting area immediately. Don’t let him think the new carpet is the place to go. Return him often to the same place to do his “business,” and soon he’ll make the proper association.

Never fool yourself to believe there’s such a thing as a

Mighty Magnesium

of different substances in whole plants that can act as antioxidants. So, you don’t have to consume antioxidant beverages to get the desired compounds that may help fend off oxidative stress in the body -they are readily available in plant foods. Think food first. If you eat a balanced diet consisting of plenty of fruits, veggies, lean proteins, healthful fats and whole grains, you will likely take in enough antioxidants on a daily basis. When it comes to beverages, check the label for added sugars and calories.-

RECIPE

Here’s a recipe for these late summer days -- and it’s high in magnesium too. It’s from Eating Well magazine. Don’t be put off by the recipe’s name. Massaging the kale tenderizes it and helps the greens absorb more of the dressing.

Massaged Kale Salad with Roasted Sweet Potato and Black Beans Servings: 4

1 large sweet potato, cut into 1/2-inch

“free puppy.” The costs will be significant, so make sure you have allowed for this in your household budget. Cut costs by utilizing the low-cost clinics many pet stores host. You may find inoculations and exams to be a fraction of what the vet charges. Or call the humane society or local shelter for referrals to low-cost clinics. Go to www.friendsofanimals.org for discount certificates for spay and neutering.

Doing things right from the start prevents confusion for the puppy and the family. Get prepared and you’ll be one step closer to having your family’s dream dog.

Mary invites you to visit her at EverydayCheapskate. com, where this column is archived complete with links and resources for all recommended products and services. Mary invites questions and comments at https://www. everydaycheapskate.com/contact/, “Ask Mary.” This column will answer questions of general interest, but letters cannot be answered individually. Mary Hunt is the founder of EverydayCheapskate.com, a frugal living blog, and the author of the book “Debt-Proof Living.”

thick wedges

5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided

2 teaspoons ancho chili powder

1/2 teaspoon salt, divided

6 medium shallots, peeled and quartered

3 tablespoons lemon juice

1 large clove garlic, grated

1 pound kale, stemmed and torn

1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added black beans, rinsed

1 cup cooked quinoa

1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

1/2 cup unsalted pepitas, toasted

Position racks in upper and lower thirds of oven; preheat to 425 F. Toss sweet potato with 1 tablespoon oil, chili powder and 1/8 teaspoon salt on a large, rimmed baking sheet. Toss shallots with 1 tablespoon oil and 1/8 teaspoon salt on another large, rimmed baking sheet. Roast the vegetables, flipping once, until tender and caramelized, about 20 min-

utes. Meanwhile, whisk lemon juice and garlic with the remaining 3 tablespoons oil and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a large bowl. Add kale and massage with the dressing until bright green and shiny and the volume is reduced by about half. Add beans, quinoa, feta, pepitas and the shallots. Toss to combine and serve topped with the sweet potato. Serves 4.

Per serving: 588 calories; 21 grams protein; 64 grams carbohydrate; 30 grams fat (7 grams saturated); 14 grams fiber; 12 grams total sugars (0 added); 691 milligrams sodium.

Charlyn Fargo is a registered dietitian with SIU School of Medicine 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. .

BY DENNIS MAMMANA

Week of July 21-27, 2024

STARGAZERS

Spotting the First Cosmic Yardstick

One common misconception of beginner sky watchers is that we can tell the distances of the stars by just looking at them. It seems reasonable, after all, that brighter stars must be closer than fainter ones. Unfortunately, this is completely wrong.

Sure, this would be true if all stars were alike. In that case, if star A appeared four times fainter than star B, for example, it must lie twice as distant.

In reality, however, stars are quite different from each other. Some are hot, while others are relatively cool. Some pump out tremendous radiation, while others do not. And some stars might be huge and others quite small. For these reasons, we can’t assume a star that appears fainter must be farther away.

In fact, you might be surprised to learn that the opposite is often true. Stars that radiate the least can be seen only if they’re nearby, while those that are most luminous can be seen at much greater distances. So, if we can’t gauge stellar distances by just looking, how do astronomers do it? There are several techniques that, in principle, are rather simple but in practice require large telescopes and sophisticated instrumentation.

One way we can measure stellar distances is by triangulation. We all learned to do this in elementary school; hold your thumb out at arm’s length and alternately blink your eyes back and forth. You’ll see your thumb seems to shift its position relative to background objects, even though you’re holding it perfectly still. Since your brain knows the separation of your eyes, it can estimate the distance of your thumb from this shift.

Our binocular vision provides the “depth perception” that allows us to move safely about our world, but it’s completely useless when viewing a star. Instead, we measure a star’s exact position against the background stars at sixmonth intervals -- when the Earth lies on opposite sides of its orbit around the sun. From the shift we observe between these two measurements, we can calculate the star’s distance.

Unfortunately, this works for only the nearest stars. Thankfully, astronomers are a clever lot and have discovered a unique type of star that can help us plumb the depths of the cosmos.

The first of these to be discovered is named Delta Cephei, and we can see this faint star low in the northeastern sky after dark this week. Use the attached illustration to find it in the constellation Cepheus, the King. This star oscillates in size and temperature, but to us it just

appears to brighten and dim every 5.3 days.

It was in 1912 that Harvard College astronomer Henrietta Swan Leavitt noticed that the longer it takes one of these “Cepheid” variable stars to complete one cycle, the more luminous the star must be. In other words, by measuring a Cepheid’s variability anywhere in our galaxy (or beyond), we can know its actual luminosity. And by comparing

this with how faint it appears in our sky, we can estimate its distance.

In this way, Cepheid variables have become one of astronomers’ most valuable “cosmic yardsticks” and help us to measure distances across the universe.

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This Column Is No Bologna

BY TRACY BECKERMAN

The first thing I noticed when I got into the Uber was the smell of salami. I immediately thought about the salami sandwiches with mustard on white bread my mother used to make me for lunches as a child, and like one of Pavlov’s dogs’, my mouth started to water. I probably hadn’t eaten a salami sandwich in 25 years, since my kids were little, but suddenly, more than anything, I wanted one.

I wondered if it would be rude to ask the driver if he had a salami sandwich. But then I was worried that if he had one, he might think I was going to ask him to share it. Or maybe he’d think I was passing judgment on him for eating a salami sandwich. Or maybe he would be insulted because he didn’t have a salami sandwich and his car just simply smelled of salami. It was also possible he had one of those car

air fresheners that was salami-scented.

It occurred to me that perhaps the smell of salami had nothing to do with the driver. Instead, maybe the previous passenger was the owner of the salami sandwich and had left the residual smell of phantom salami in the car.

Maybe the driver wasn’t even aware that his car now smelled of salami, in which case I would be the bearer of bad salami news if I mentioned it.

Regardless of whether the driver knew his car smelled like salami, the fact remained that I knew it smelled like salami, and because of this, I wanted a salami sandwich.

When I was a kid, I went through a phase in which I ate salami sandwiches every day. My mother tried to mix it up and give me peanut butter and jelly one day and bologna the next. But I was adamant that I wanted salami. Seeing how much I loved salami, I figured I would have passed the gene for it down

to my kids, so when the time came to pack them a school lunch, the first thing I made them was a salami sandwich. But alas, my salami DNA must have skipped a generation, because when they got home, the Doritos were gone but the salami sandwiches were untouched. When I asked about them, my kids proclaimed them “yucky.”

I realized suddenly that we were getting close to my destination and I wasn’t any closer to figuring out the mystery of the salami-scented car. It wasn’t critical that I found out -- I certainly could have lived to ride in an Uber another day if I never knew where the smell came from or if I even simply imagined the whole thing. But I was curious, so I finally felt I needed to ask.

“Excuse me,” I said, leaning forward to the driver. “Do you mind if I ask you something?”

“Sure,” he said amicably.

“Were you eating a salami sandwich, because it smells like salami in here, which is a good thing because I like salami, but I just wanted to know.”

He was quiet for a moment, and I was sure I had offended him in some way. Maybe he didn’t know his car smelled like salami. Or maybe he was in fact a pastrami guy and saw salami as the lesser lunch meat.

“No, I didn’t have a salami sandwich,” he said. “But now that you mention it, I kind of want one.”

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Grilled seafood to excite backyard BBQ guests this summer

Grilled Diver Scallops and Fall Vegetable Shish Kebabs with Hazelnut Brown Butter

Grilling is a passion shared by millions of people across the globe. For some, there’s simply no better way to prepare meals in summertime than to do so over an open flame.

Recent years have seen many people expand their culinary horizons beyond traditional grilling fare like hamburgers and hot dogs.

12 fresh large diver scallops

4 fennel bulbs, trimmed, cored, and diced into 11⁄2inch cubes

4 large parsnips, peeled and diced into 11⁄2-inch cubes

1 medium butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and diced into 11⁄2-inch cubes

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

1. Remove the scallops from the refrigerator to come up to room temperature. Prepare a medium fire in a gas or charcoal grill. If using charcoal, arrange the coals in a thin layer to evenly control the heat.

2. Combine the fennel, parsnips, and butternut squash in a large bowl and toss with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil.

3. Transfer the vegetables to a cast-iron skillet (or anoth-

Indeed, there’s no shortage of options for grilling afficionados looking to expand their repertoire. Individuals who love seafood can try this recipe for “Grilled Diver Scallops and Fall Vegetable Shish Kebabs with Hazelnut Brown Butter” courtesy of John Holl’s “The American Craft Beer Cookbook” (Storey). Makes 4 servings

Salt and freshly ground black pepper

1 12-ounce can Oskar Blues Mama’s Little Yella Pils, or similar beer

8 skewers

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter

1 tablespoon finely chopped toasted hazelnuts

er grill-safe pan), season with salt and pepper, and place the pan on the grill. Cook, with the lid closed, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are a light golden brown, about 25 minutes.

4. Remove the skillet from the grill and deglaze with 1⁄4 cup of the beer. Remove the vegetables from the skillet and let cool for 5 minutes. Reserve any drippings in the skillet for

later.

5. Using two skewers for each shish kebab, alternately thread the scallops, fennel, parsnips, and butternut squash onto the skewers. Using two skewers for each kebab will prevent the ingredients from spinning on the grill.

6. Season the kebabs with salt and pepper and lightly coat with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Grill the kebabs, turn-

Watermelon Fire and Ice Salsa

Tortilla chips dipped in a tangy salsa often make the perfect opener to a meal. Salsa traditionally is made with tomatoes, but people often can find different fruits filling in for tomatoes or complementing them in various salsa recipes. During the height of the summer entertaining season, salsa can be transformed by watermelon, a popular summertime fruit. Watermelon’s

3 cups chopped watermelon

1⁄2 cup green peppers

2 tablespoons lime juice

1 tablespoon chopped cilan-

ing once, until you’ve reached the desired level of doneness for the scallops, about 5 minutes per side for medium. Set aside and tent with foil while making the sauce.

7. Return the skillet to the grill; add the butter, hazelnuts, and remaining 1 1⁄4 cups beer to the vegetable drippings. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the butter is melted and lightly browned.

8. Transfer the kebabs to a serving plate, pour the brown butter sauce over the scallops, and serve immediately.

A Few Beers to Try with This Recipe:

• Lagunitas Pils

• Oskar Blues Mama’s Little Yella Pils

• Samuel Adams Noble Pils

• Saranac Bohemian Pilsner

• Summit Pilsener

high water content and subtle, sweet flavor contribute to its refreshing, some might say addictive, nature. However, this recipe for “Watermelon Fire and Ice Salsa,” courtesy of the The National Watermelon Promotion Board, adds jalapeño peppers to the mix to bring a little heat to those cool watermelon pieces. Makes 3 cups.

tro 1 tablespoon green onions

2 tablespoons jalapeño peppers

1. Combine ingredients. Mix well and cover. Refrigerate for 1 hour or more.

Chamber, local officials welcome restaurant to 7th Street

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“Long Island has been very good to me so far – I’ve landed in such a wonderful place. Come by and say hello to us here, I look forward to meeting everyone in town!” Sammut said.

State Assemblyman Ed Ra, familiar with the Scottos from their other locations, praised the transformation

of the former bank into a beautiful new restaurant with ample seating.

“It’s been a great few months on Seventh Street as Pantano’s Doz Bagels also just opened here. Places on Seventh Street do not stay vacant for too long, and hopefully they will all be rocking and rolling this fall!” Ra said.

Chamber President John Wilton noted the growing number of food businesses on Seventh Street, including Pizzeria G, Four Five Coffee Roasters,

and the soon-to-open Il Gufo Italian Osteria and Iavarone Bros. Additionally, Tap Room gastro pub is set to open on Franklin Avenue.

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News from the Garden City Public Library

Monday Movies

Monday Movies presented by the Friends of the Garden City Library at 1:30 p.m.:

July 2024

7/22 - “Bourne Identity” - 2002, 119 Mins.

7/29 - “Jaws” - 1975, 124 Mins. Summer Programs

Summer Reading Club for Adults!

June 10–August 10, 2024 Adventure Begins at Your Library!

Join us for our 2024 Adult Travel Around Summer Reading Club! What kind of adventure will you have this summer? Are you jetting to Europe? Sailing to the Bahamas? Going zip lining in the rainforest? Staying home and hanging around the Garden City Pool? Maybe your adventure can come from the library in the form of an adventure book?

Register on Eventkeeper at www. gardencitypl.org beginning on Monday, June 10, for the Adult Summer Reading Club. Be sure to come to the Reference Desk and you will receive a complimentary bag filled with fun things. Each time you read a book, we ask that you fill out a review card (provided in your bag). Return it to the Reference Desk for a chance to win a prize. The more you read, the better chance you have to win a prize. If you are taking a trip this summer, be sure to send us a postcard! This postcard will also count towards a chance to win a prize. Send postcards to: Garden City Public Library, 60 Seventh Street, Garden City, NY 11530: Attention: Adult Reference Department. Please be sure to include your name. At the end of the summer, we will select postcards and review cards randomly and award prizes!

For additional information contact Adult Services at (516)742-8405 ext. 5236 or email speakingofbooks@gardencitypl.org

July Programs

Crafts & Games Programs for Adults with Developmental Disabilities

Tuesday, August 6, from 7–8 p.m.

Small Meeting Room

Each session will feature a dif -

ferent craft, game or activity. The activity will be determined closer to the date of each event. Day Habs & Special Needs Groups are welcome with prior registration. Individuals can also register to participate. Registration is required on Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl. org).

If you would like your Special Needs group to participate, please register for only ONE of the five dates listed above. You can register for an additional date if there is still room one week prior to the start of that program. When registering please indicate the name of your Day Hab, how many special needs adults will be attending, and how many caregivers will also be attending.

If you are registering as an individual not associated with a Day Hab or special needs group, you can register for all five sessions!

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

Live Band - “Side Effects “

Saturday, July 20 at 2 p.m. in the Large Meeting room

Join us and listen to the band “Side Effects” as they play classic rock and roll! No registration is required!

Craft - Jewelry Making with Gabrielle Calderone

Monday, July 23, from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. in the Small Meeting Room

Join Gabrielle Calderone as she teaches how to make wire earrings for pierced ears. Registration is required on Eventkeeper at www. gardencitypl.org

Program is funded by The Friends of the Garden City Public Library

Chess4Community: Play & Learn!

Fridays from 10–11 a.m. in the First Floor Reference Area Friday, July 26 Friday, August 30

Chess4Community is launching engaging chess sessions designed to bring together players from diverse ages and skill levels. Participants will be thoughtfully paired based on

their playing experience, ensuring a balanced and competitive environment. Throughout these sessions, players will face off against equally matched opponents and receive valuable instruction, offering tailored advice and teaching new strategies and skills.

Registration is required. You must register separately for each session you want to attend. Registration is online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Please note that registration ends two days before each program.

Important information regarding photographs, videos and audio recordings at Library programs.

Movie Night for Adults

Tuesday, July 30 from 6 – 8 p.m. in the Large Meeting Room

“ Gran Turismo ” — “ Gran Turismo ” is based on the unbelievable true story of a team of unlikely underdogs - a struggling working-class gamer (Archie Madekwe), a failed former race car driver (David Harbour), and an idealistic motorsport executive (Orlando Bloom). Together, they risk it all to take on the most elite sport in the world. “ Gran Turismo ” is an inspiring, thrilling, and action-packed story that proves that nothing is impossible when you’re fueled from within. (Rated PG-13). (Run time is 134 mins.)

No registration required.

Art Lecture with Dennis Raverty

Wednesday, July 31 from 1 – 2 p.m. in the Large Meeting Room

Join Dennis Raverty as he explores the artwork of Rousseau. No registration is required.

Program is funded by The Friends of the Garden City Public Library Museum Pass Information Print From Home for Some Passes!

Through the generosity of the Friends of the Garden City Public Library, the Library offers free passes to select museums and cultural institutions. You can make a reservation to borrow a Museum Pass from one of the member institutions in our Museum Pass Program.

Some museum passes are now

available to print from home. If you do not have access to a printer, the library will be happy to print the pass for you. These passes will be good for one day only.

Please note that not all museums participate. Passes for the following museums still need to be picked up at the Library: 9/11 Memorial & Museum, NYC (2 adults & 2 children); Empire Pass, Long Island Children’s Museum, Garden City (2 adults & 2 children); MoMA (the Museum of Modern Art), NYC (5 visitors) and Old Bethpage Village Restoration, Old Bethpage.

The following Library Museum Pass rules remain in effect.

• Museum passes are available only to Garden City Public Library cardholders in good standing who have signed the Museum Pass User Agreement. Museum passes may be reserved in advance and must be checked out by an adult (18 years and older) family member.

• Reservations will be taken up to one month in advance of the desired date, subject to availability on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations can be done in person at the Reference Desk or over the phone at 516-742-8405 x5236.

Additional rules and information are available at the library.

Garden City Public Library

Recording Policy, Section IV:

The Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the Library and during Library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites. The Library reserves the right to document its services and the public’s use of the Library building and grounds. These photographs, videos, and audio recordings may be copied, displayed, televised, and published (including on any Library web site or social media site). Any individual that does not wish the Library to use a photograph or video of them or their child should inform a Library staff member prior to or while such photographs or videos are being taken. [Adopted: June 13, 2022]

Love to write?

We’re looking for writers in our community to compose ar ticles on local topics, opinions, reviews, worthy places to visit on Long Island, and even pieces of fiction. We aim to feature at least one new article and writer each week in our Discovery magazine section.

Email submissions: editor@gcnews.com

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

• Articles must be between 1,500 - 3,000 words. • Each writer will be reimbursed a stipend of $25.⁰⁰

News from the Children’s Room

Summer 2024 Programming

Adventure Begins At Your Library: Art Contest Children entering Grades 4 and 5 can get creative this summer by entering our Creative Art Contest! There will be two categories for the Contest: Writing and Art. Participants’ work should relate to the “Adventure Begins at Your Library” theme. Only children entering Grades 4 and 5 in Fall 2024 can participate. Only one submission per category is allowed. Entries should be created between June 10 – August 2 and should be submitted in person in the Children’s Room and must include the Contest Submission Form, which can be picked up at the Library. There will be one winner for each category, with prizes a.m.azon gift cards. The winners will be announced on Wednesday August 14 at the Summer Reading Club Finale. You do not have to be present to win. Winners will have until Friday September 13, to pick up their prizes. Prizes will not be held past September 13.We might share your artwork or writing on our Facebook page:

Registration continues through Monday, August 12.

Adventure Begins At Your Library:

The Travelers (Grades K–5)

Sign up with a Library card on Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) and become A Traveler! Once you sign up, come to the Library and get your Summer Reading Club bag (while supplies last) filled with treats and activity sheets explaining how you can earn up to 2 prizes. You can also start to drop off book review cards for each book you read, so you can be part of our Grand Prize Raffle. There will be one grand raffle for children entering Grades K–2 (in Fall 2024) and one for children entering Grades 3–5 (in Fall 2024). Children entering Grades K–5 in Fall 2024 who submit one raffle entry will have a chance to win a raffle prize. But the more you read and the more review cards you submit, the better your chance of winning! All books must be at the appropriate reading level and reviewed between June 10 and August 12. Registration is ongoing until Monday, August 12.

Registration continues through Monday, August 12.

Adventure Begins At Your Library:

The Little Explorers (Ages 2–5)

Sign up with a Library card on Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) and become A Little Explorer! Once you sign up, come to the Library and get your Summer Reading Club bag (while supplies last) filled with treats and activity sheets explaining how you can earn up to 2 prizes. Registrants can also start Monday, June 10, to drop off book review cards for

each book you read, or is read to them, so they can be part of our Grand Prize Raffle. There will be one grand raffle prize for ages 2–5 (not entering kindergarten in Fall 2024). Preschool age children who submit one raffle entry will have a chance to win a raffle prize. But the more books read or are read-to, and the more review cards you submit, the better your chance of winning! All books must be at the appropriate reading level and reviewed between June 10 and August 12.

Registration continues through Monday, August 12.

Tween Drama Club

1:30 p.m.

This summer, the Garden City Children’s Department and Young Adult are excited to introduce an allnew Tween Drama Club! Performers will work on a variety of short scenes, which will then be performed on stage at the Library On Monday, July 29, at 7:00 p.m. The Tween Drama Club will have rehearsals on Tuesdays, July 23. Performers do not have to attend every rehearsal, but are encouraged to attend as many as they are able. Performances will be asked to arrive at 6 p.m. on Monday, July 29, the day of the show.

Registration is ongoing.

LEGO Club

Monday, July 22, at 1:30 p.m.

This fun STEAM program is for children entering Grades K–5 only. Come with old old friends, meet new friends and have fun building whatever your imagination dreams up. No registration necessary. Seating is on a first-come, first served basis. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Garden City Library.

Tweens and Teen Yarn Group

Wednesday, July 23, at 4:00 p.m.

Tweens and teens in Grades 4–12 can learn how to knit or crochet during our Tweens and Teens yarn group! 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 August 2. Tweens and teens who know how to knit or crochet can volunteer at this program! Please contact Laura Guinta at laurag@ gardencitypl.org if you are interested in volunteering.

Registration begins July 16 at 10 a.m.

Long Island Music Aardvarks

Wednesday, July 24, at 11:00 a.m.

This fun music and movement program is for children ages birth–5 (not in kindergarten) and their caregivers. Online registration on Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) with a Library card is required. You must do a separate registration for each child you wish to attend this program. This program is

sponsored by the Friends of the Garden City Library.

Registration begins July 16, at 10 a.m.

Children Ice Cream Social Grades K–5 Wednesday, July 24, at 2:30 p.m.

Children entering Grades K–5 in Fall 2024 can mingle and make new friends while enjoying ice cream with a choice of toppings. Online registration on Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) with a Library card is required. You must do a separate registration for each child you wish to attend this program. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Garden City Library.

Registration begins July 16, at 10 a.m.

Tween Thursdays Game Afternoon

Thursday, July 25, at 4 p.m.

Hang out with friends while playing games during Tween Thursday: Game Afternoon. We will have our Nintendo Switch consoles for tweens to use well as tabletop boards games to play. This program is for tweens and teen entering Grades 4-7 in Fall 2024 only. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Library.

Registration begins July 16 at 10 a.m.

A Collection of Short Scenes Monday, July 29, at 7 p.m.

A Collection of Short Scenes presented by the Library’s all new Tween Drama Club! Performers entering Grades 4–7 in Fall 2024 will perform a variety of short scenes on stage. Seating for the show is on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Play Hooray Babies

Wednesday, July 31 at 10:30 a.m.

This fun program is for babies ages birth-18 months, and an adult caregiver. Enjoy movement and music and meet Molly Mouse! Online registration on Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) with a Library card is required. A separate registration is required for each child you wish to attend this program. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Garden City Library.

Registration begins July 23 at 10 a.m.

Design A Wooden Surfboard

Wednesday, July 31 at 4:00 p.m.

Children entering Grades K–5 in Fall 2024 can join this program and design paint and personalize a wooden surfboard with Party Art Studio! Online registration on Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) with a Library card is required. You must do a separate registration for each child you wish to attend this program.This program is sponsored by the Friends of the GardenCity Library.

Registration begins July 23 at 10 a.m.

Preschool Readiness With A Time For Kids

Wednesday, August 7, at 10:30 a.m.

This fun, educational and interactive

program is for children ages 18 months–5 (not entering kindergarten in Fall 2024) and an adult caregiver. Caregivers will learn how to mentor the fundamental skills necessary for successful learning. Activities include music, movement and fine and gross motor skills development. Online registration on Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) with a Library card is required. You must do a separate registration for each child you wish to attend this program.This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Library.

Registration begins July 30 at 10 a.m.

Tie Dye With Chris Buchman

Thursday, August 8, at 1:30 p.m.

Children entering Grades K–5 in Fall 2024, can join science teacher Chris Buchman and get creative in this fun tie dye program. Registrants will receive a baseball cap to tie dye and can bring in 2 small white cotton items from home to tie dye. Online registration on Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) with a Library card is required. You must do a registration for each child you wish to attend this program.This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Library. Registration begins July 30 at 10 a.m.

Tween Thursday Tie Dye

Thursday, August 8, at 4:00 p.m.

Learn the science of tie-dye while getting creative during Tween Thursday: Tie Dye with Science Teacher Chris Buchman. Each registrant will be given a baseball cap to tie dye. Registrants may also bring in two white cotton items from home to tie dye. This program is for tweens and teens entering Grades 4–7 in Fall 2024 only. Tweens in Grades 6–7 who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. Online registration on Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) with a Library card is required. You must do a separate registration for each child you wish to attend this program. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Library.

Registration begins July 30 at 10 a.m.

Crafting with Friends

Saturday, August 10,a t 10:00 a.m.

Children 2–5 (not entering kindergarten) and an adult caregiver, can come to the Library and make an aquarium with Mary Maguire. Online registration on Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) with a Library card is required. You must do a registration for each child you wish to attend this program. This programhas been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Library.

Registration begins July 30 at 10:00 a.m.

Crafting with Friends Saturday, August 10 at 11:15 a.m.

Children entering Grades K–5 in

News from the Children’s Room

Fall 2024 can come to the Library and make an aquarium with Mary Maguire. Online registration on Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) with a Library card is required. You must do a registration for each child you wish to attend this program.This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Library.

Registration begins July 30 at 10:00 a.m.

Tweens and Teen Yarn Group

Tuesday, August 13, at 4:00 p.m.

Tweens and teens in Grades 4–12 can learn how to knit or crochet during our Tweens and Teens yarn group! 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 August 23.Tweens and teens who know how to knit or crochet can volunteer at this program! Please contact Laura Guinta at laurag@gardencitypl.org if you are interested in volunteering. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Library.

Registration begins August 6 at 10 a.m.

Mother Goose Storytime

This fun 30-minute storytime is for children ages birth–2 and their caregivers. Join a Librarian and enjoy stories, music and rhymes and books. No Registration is required. First Come -First Served.

• Monday July 22, 10:30 a.m.

• Tuesday July 23, 10:30 a.m.

• Monday July 29, 10:30 a.m.

• Tuesday July 30, 10:30 a.m.

• Monday Aug. 5, 10:30 a.m.

• Tuesday Aug. 6, 10:30 a.m.

Preschool Storytime

This 30-minute program is for children ages 2–5 (not in kindergarten) and their caregivers. Join a Librarian and enjoy stories, music and movement. No Registration is required. First Come - • Monday July 15, 11:30 a.m.

• Monday July 22, 11:30 a.m.

• Tuesday July 23, 11:30 a.m.

• Monday July 29, 11:30 a.m.

• Tuesday July 30, 11:30 a.m.

• Monday Aug. 5, 11:30 a.m.

• Tuesday Aug. 6, 11:30 a.m.

Registration for the Summer Read to me Club (Little Explorers) and Summer Reading Club (The Travelers) began Monday, June 10, at 10:00 a.m.

Additional Summer Programming Details Coming Soon.

Library Policy

It is Library policy that all children under age ten must be accompanied by a parent or designated responsible person while in the Library. Also, if the young child is attending a Library program, we require the parent or designated responsible person to remain in the Library throughout the program and meet the child upon completion of the program.

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

A separate registration is required for each child you wish to attend these programs.

Please do not register additional children in the comment box as they are not counted by Eventkeeper, and there may not be sufficient room or materials for participants.

Matters of the Heart

Children from ages 2 – 5 years (not in kindergarten) and their adult caregiver enjoyed Miss Elizabeth from Matters of the Heart, a fun, creative STEAM program. Preschool readiness was the focus. Miss Elizabeth read a children's classic story and then the children created a piece of art based on the book. The children then collaborated together creating art on a large piece of paper on the wall. This program was held at the library on July 10 and funded by Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

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

An Important Note Regarding Photography and Recording for All Young Adult Programs

Garden City Public Library Recording Policy, Section IV:

“Adventure Begins at Your Library” Tweens and Teens Summer Reading Club: Register Now!

Registration is underway for the Tweens and Teens “Adventure Begins at Your Library” Summer Reading Club! This program is for tweens and teens entering Grades 6–12 in Fall 2024 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 submitraffle 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 14. All books must be at the appropriate reading level and be read and reviewed between June 10 and August 14. Registration is ongoing until Wednesday, August 14. Raffle entries must be submitted no later than Wednesday, August 14. Winners will be announced on Wednesday, August 14 at the End-of-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

• Seventh Street Gift Card

Lunch Package worth $75 (3 $25 gift cards to Burger Spot, Guac Shop, and Garden City Pizza)

• Seventh Street Gift Card

Dessert Package worth $75 (3 $25

gift cards to Dunkin, Starbucks, and TCBY)

• Airpods

• $50 Sephora 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!

Attend a program! Anytime you attend a program between June 10 and August 14, you will be entered into a special raffle to win a $50 Barnes and Noble gift card! The more programs you attend, the more chances you have of winning!

Winners will have until Friday, September 13, to pick up their prizes. Prizes will not be held past September 13.

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/.

“Adventure Begins at Your Library” Creative Arts Contest

Get creative this summer by entering our Tweens and Teens Creative Arts Contest! There will be two categories for the Contest: Writing and Art. Tweens and teens entering Grades 6–12 in Fall 2024 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 2024. Participants can use the “Adventure” theme as a source of inspiration for the contest, but are not required to follow the theme.

Submissions will be accepted in person at the Library beginning Monday, June 10. The deadline to submit is Friday, August 2. Winners will be announced on Wednesday, August 14 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 10–August 2. 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 13 to pick up their prizes. Prizes will not be held past September 13.

We might share your artwork or writing on our Facebook and/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 2024. Artwork must be created between Monday, June 10, and Friday, July 26. Volunteers can submit up to three pieces of art. Submissions are due Friday, July 26. Submissions can include artwork created at the Library during a Library program. 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 13. Artwork will be held no longer than September 13.

Artwork included in the show can be submitted toward this year’s Tweens and Teens Creative Arts Contest!

Bookmarks for Community Service

Earn community service by creating bookmarks for Garden City Public Library patrons! Each volunteer will receive 10 bookmarks to color, decorate, and write positive or library/ book themed messages. These bookmarks will be available for patrons at the Library to take to brighten their day. Bookmarks will be available for patrons of all ages.

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

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

• Registration Week Five: Monday, July 22, at 10 a.m. to Friday, July 26 at 4 p.m.

• Registration Week Six: Monday, July 29, at 10 a.m. to Friday, August 2 at 4 p.m.

• Registration Week Seven:

Monday, August 5, at 10 a.m. to Friday, August 9 at 4 p.m.

• Registration Week Eight: Monday, August 12, at 10 a.m. to Friday, August 16 at 4 p.m.

Bookmarks should be returned no later than Friday, August 30. 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.

Volunteers Needed: LEGO Club

Volunteer to help children Grades K–5 during the children ’s program LEGO Club! The summer session will be held on Tuesday, July 22. The LEGO Club program runs from 1:30 p.m.–2:15 p.m. Volunteers are asked to arrive at 1 p.m. to help set-up before the start of the program and stay after to help clean up until 2:45 p.m. Volunteers must be in Grades 6–12 only. Registration to volunteer began Tuesday, July 16, online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. Tweens and teens entering Grades 6–12 in Fall 2024 who attend this program will be entered into a special raffle to win a $50 Barnes and Noble gift card! This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Teen Crafternoon: Candy Sushi

Make candy using sushi during Teen Crafternoon: Candy Sushi! This program is for tweens and teens entering Grades 6–12 in Fall 2024 only and will be held Monday, July 22, at 4 p.m. Registration is required and began Tuesday, July 16, online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. Teens who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. Tweens and teens entering Grades 6–12 in Fall 2024 who attend this program will be entered into a special raffle to win a $50 Barnes and Noble gift card! This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Tweens and Teens Yarn Group

Tweens and Teens in Grades 4–12 can learn how to knit or crochet during our Tweens and Teens Yarn Group that will be held on Tuesday, July 23, at 4 p.m. Registration is required and began Tuesday, July 16, online via

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

Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org).

Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. 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 2. 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. Tweens and teens entering Grades 6–12 in Fall 2024 who attend this program will be entered into a special raffle to win a $50 Barnes and Noble gift card! This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Teen Jigsaw Puzzle Tournament

Work in teams to try to complete a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle in one and a half hours during our Third Annual Teen Jigsaw Puzzle Tournament! The team who finishes first or has the least amount of pieces left at the end of an hour and a half wins! There will be prizes! This program is for tweens and teens entering Grades 6–12 in Fall 2024 only and will be held Wednesday, July 24, at 6 p.m. Registration is required and began Tuesday, July 16, online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org).

Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. Teens who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. Tweens and teens entering Grades 6–12 in Fall 2024 who attend this program will be entered into a special raffle to win a $50 Barnes and Noble gift card! This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Tween Thursdays: Game Afternoon

Hang out with friends while playing games during Tween Thursdays: Game Afternoon!

We will have our Nintendo Switch consoles for tweens to use well as tabletop board games to play. Food and drinks will be served. This program is for tweens entering Grades 4–7 in Fall 2024 and is a joint program with the Children’s and Young Adult Departments. The program will be held Thursday, July 25, at 4 p.m. Registration is required and began Tuesday, July 16, online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org).

Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. It is Library policy that parents of children under 10 attending a program remain at the Library throughout and meet the child upon completion of the program. Tweens entering Grades 6–12 in Fall 2024 who complete an online survey

after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. Tweens and teens entering Grades 6–12 in Fall 2024 who attend this program will be entered into a special raffle to win a $50 Barnes and Noble gift card! This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

“A Collection of Short Scenes,” Presented by the Tween Drama Club

Attend “ A Collection of Short Scenes” presented by the Library’s allnew Tween Drama Club on Monday, July 29, at 7 p.m.! Performers entering Grades 4–7 in Fall 2024 will perform a variety of short scenes on stage in this theater production. Seating for the show is on a first-come, first-serve basis. This program is a joint program with the Garden City Children ’ s Department and Young Adult Department. Tweens and teens entering Grades 6–12 in Fall 2024 who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. Tweens and teens entering Grades 6-12 in Fall 2024 who attend this program will be entered into a special raffle to win a $50 Barnes and Noble gift card! It is Library policy that parents of children under 10 attending a program remain at the Library throughout and meet the child upon completion of the program. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Teen Crafternoon: Slime with Chris Buchman

Learn science while making slime during Teen Crafternoon: Slime with Chris Buchman! This program is for tweens and teens entering Grades 6-12 in Fall 2024 only and will be held Monday, July 29, at 4 p.m. Registration is required and begins Tuesday, July 23, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. Teens who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. Tweens and teens entering Grades 6–12 in Fall 2024 who attend this program will be entered into a special raffle to win a $50 Barnes and Noble gift card! This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

VolunTeen Artists: Kindness Rocks for Community Service

Earn community service by painting rocks during the program Kindness Rocks for Community Service. This program will be held on Tuesday, July 29, at 4 p.m. This program is for

tweens and teens entering Grades 6–12 in Fall 2024. Registration is required and begins Tuesday, July 23, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www. gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. Tweens and teens entering Grades 6–12 in Fall 2024 who attend this program will be entered into a special raffle to win a $50 Barnes and Noble gift card! This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Teen Crafternoon: Perler Bead Art

Make keychains, magnets, pins, ornaments, and more during Teen Crafternoon: Perler Bead Art! This program is for tweens and teens entering Grades 6-12 in Fall 2024 only and will be held Monday, August 5, at 4 p.m. Registration is required and begins Tuesday, July 30, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. Teens who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. Tweens and teens entering Grades 6-12 in Fall 2024 who attend this program will be entered into a special raffle to win a $50 Barnes and Noble gift card! This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Teen Advisory Board Meeting

The next meeting of the Teen Advisory Board will be held on Tuesday, August 6, at 4 p.m. Registration begins Tuesday, July 30, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). The meeting is for tweens and teens in Grades 6–12. If you are interested in helping to come up with programming ideas, volunteer ideas, or social media outreach ideas for tweens and teens in Grades 6–12, consider joining the Teen Advisory Board. Online applications are available at https://www.gardencitypl.org/teen-advisory-board-application/ Applicants should be in Grades 6–12. Tweens and teens entering Grades 6–12 in Fall 2024 who attend this program will be entered into a special raffle to win a $50 Barnes and Noble gift card!

Teen Trivia Night

Test your trivia knowledge during Teen Trivia Night! Play in teams and the team with the most points at the end wins. Prizes will be awarded to the winning team. This program is for tweens and teens entering Grades 6-12 in Fall 2024 only and will be held Wednesday, August 7, at 7 p.m. Registration is required and begins Tuesday, July 30, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org).

Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. Teens who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. weens and teens entering Grades 6–12 in Fall 2024 who attend this program will be entered into a special raffle to win a $50 Barnes and Noble gift card! This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Tween Thursdays: Tie-Dye with Chris Buchman

Learn the science of tie-dye while getting creative during Tween Thursdays: Tie Dye with Science Teacher Chris Buchman on Thursday, August 8, at 4 p.m.! Each registrant will be given a baseball cap to tie dye. Registrants may also bring in 2 white cotton items from home to tie dye. This program is for tweens and teens entering Grades 4–7 in Fall 2024 only. Registration is required and begins Tuesday, July 30, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. It is Library policy that parents of children under 10 attending a program remain at the Library throughout and meet the child upon completion of the program. Tweens entering Grades 6–12 in Fall 2024 who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. Tweens and teens entering Grades 6–12 in Fall 2024 who attend this program will be entered into a special raffle to win a $50 Barnes and Noble gift card! This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Tweens and Teens

Best Books Committee 2024

Earn community service by reading and reviewing recently published Young Adult books throughout the year and help the Tweens and Teens Department create the Best Books lists for 2024! Volunteers should be in Grades 6–12. Volunteers will be asked to read new books aimed at Grades 6–12 and published between January 1, 2023 and December 6, 2024. Volunteers will then fill out a feedback form, which includes a 300-word review. Volunteers can use the Library’s monthly reading lists beginning in January 2024 to help get ideas on what to read!

To access the feedback form and earn community service credit, scan the QR code on the flier which can be found outside the Tweens and Teens Room. You can also access the feedback form by going to https://forms. gle/Wy6HqY69envMHjHd8.

Chess Wizards Summer Camp

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!!!

This camp will be offered:

• August 5–9 from 9 a.m. to noon OR noon to 3 p.m.

• August 19–23 from 9 a.m. to noon OR noon to 3 p.m.

Classes will be held in St. Paul’s Cottages.

The cost of each 5 day, 3 hour camp is $225.

Your child may register for a full day and bring lunch at a cost of $325.

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: Cottage 110 (next to the Recreation Office at 108 Rockaway Ave.)

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.

Our topics are:

Week of August 5 – August 8

Live Action Flix 9:00 am to noon

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

skills to make your own movies with friends.

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

Bring Lego worlds to life! We provide Legos. You provide your imagination. Work in groups to create a Lego set with Lego characters for a stop-motion movie you'll storyboard, shoot, and add voiceover too. *$35 Production fee included in the price of the camp. Flix emailed within a month after camp ends.

Live Action & Lego Flix- FULL DAY 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Join us for the full day combo for a discount plus free lunch supervision! Please see both half day descriptions. Bring snacks, lunch, and drink. *$70 Production fee is included in the price for the camp. Flix emailed within a month after camp ends.

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

Get a Jump on the Summer with USA Support Group

US Sports and Garden City Recreation have again joined up to run our very popular summer sports programs at Community Park and St. Paul’s. Weekly summer programs include soccer, multisport, flag football, field hockey, lacrosse, and golf. They also offer Parent and Me classes as well as 3 to 5 year old squirt programs!

These programs are open to Village residents ages 2 to 11 years. To see what is offered and to register, please visit US Sports website at www.usasportgroup. com and look for Garden City.

The Upcycle Academy Summer Camp SUMMER 2024 NEW!!

The Upcycle Academy - FASHION CAMP Do you have a passion for fashion? Do you like being creative? How about having FUN with friends while you make something AWESOME!!

Join The Upcycle Academy for our Fashion Camp this Summer. In this very special enrichment camp, we guide you through the design process for creating your very own upcycled designs. Our camps are both educational & FUN. Sketch your ideas. Shop the Upcycle Shop. DIY - Design It Yourself!

All upcycling materials and recycled apparel are provided (bring your own if you want to make it extra special). Brought to you by fashion industry professionals, fashion university educators & current fashion university students. We teach all things fashion … ColorFashion Illustration - Silhouette / Shape / Proportion - Trend Spotting Concept - Design - Upcycling - Sustainability in Fashion - Styling and more! Share your designs on the last day of camp in the lookbook photoshoot and fashion show especially for friends and family.

All upcycle materials and recycled

apparel provided. Keep your designs at the end of camp!

July 8 – August 9, 5 one-week sessions offered. Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Age 8 – 14, Fee: $345

LI Steam Group Camps for Summer 2024

Garden City Recreation and Parks is excited to have LI Steam Group back for another fun filled summer of camps! The Summer 2024 schedule is as follows:

August 19 – August 23

9 a.m. to 12 p.m.: Advanced RoboticsA robotics camp for the accomplished robot builder! Campers will build their own Robotic Arm throughout the week and take it home at the end of camp! The building of this robot is rather involved, so previous experience and fine motor skills are recommended. (For children entering grades 3-6)

12 p.m. to 1 p.m.: Lunchtime CareOptional lunchtime supervision for campers looking to stay for the p.m. camp.

1 p.m. to 4 p.m.: Crayola® World of Design Think it! Draw it! Make it! - This camp that takes kids on a journey to the edges of their imagination – and beyond! They learn about Mars, the rainforest, and cities of the future, and get engaged in the creative design process to solve real-world problems. Each camp day focuses on a specific field of design, and our young architects, illustrators and graphic designers develop their ideas from concept, to sketch, to finished product. They bring their concepts to life by experimenting with Crayola® products, and exploring art techniques like sculpting, storyboarding, mixed media, and collage. Combining art, design, fun active games, and inspiring themes from around the world, this camp is designed to inspire! (For children entering grades 1–6)

August 26 – August 30

9 a.m. to 12 p.m.: Ready to RobotExplore the fields of robotics in this amazing hands-on camp. This will be a unique camp experience for the young robot builders! Campers take home awesome daily science projects. Throughout the week, they will complete a robot that they’ll keep! (For children entering grades 2–5)

2024 Garden City Pool

Membership applications are now available at gardencityrecreation.org Go to gardencityrecreation.org for a pool brochure and an application. We’re getting ready for you…are you getting ready for us! Don’t miss out! Join today!

Pool Season 2024 highlights include:

• Wacky Inflatable Night: August 10, beginning at 5 p.m. Members and guests are allowed to bring in inflatable floats for one special night in the big pool. Poolside DJ by Musicflex

• Arts and Crafts for the Kids: Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. in Snack Bar

area, begins July 3

• B-I-N-G-O: Bingo for prizes and lots of fun in the picnic area on Thursdays at 2 p.m. beginning July 11.

• Party Under the Stars Night: Saturday, July 27, with live music from the “Audio Replay” Band. Poolside bar, delicious specialty foods and traditional BBQ fare for purchase at reasonable Fun begins at 5:30 p.m.

• Senior Citizen Days: Monday, July 8, and Monday. August 5; Pool opens at 10 a.m. for senior pool members. Music by Johnny Whimple. Snack Bar specials.

• Movie Nights: Featuring first run family entertainment films

• Jester Jim Juggling show: July 14 at 2 p.m.

• Magic of Amore: July 21 at 1 p.m.

• Middle School Night: Monday, July 22, at 7:30 p.m.

• See the SPLASH brochure for the full details of the 2024 season, available for download at gardencityrecreation.org

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 22 – 25

Where: Community Park’s Baseball Fields

Time: 9 – 11:30 a.m.

Fee: $ 130

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.

Summer Tennis Camps for Ages 4-5

Program held at Community Park - Register now!

**Online registration is available or sign up in person at the Recreation Office 108 Rockaway Avenue

Camp and registration information is on our website www.gardencityrecreation.org

The Tennis Camp program offers children the opportunity to learn or advance their tennis skills while working with experienced tennis instructors in a fun setting.

Equipment needed: flat soled sneakers and a tennis racket.

Please note that rackets are provided for the peewee and tots level.

GARDEN CITY RECREATION AND PARK NEWS

• Session C - July 22 to July 25

• Session D - July 29 to August 1

** You can register online at www. gardencityrecreation.org (You must have a password to register online. If you do not have a password, you must prove residency first by visiting our Recreation Office at 108 Rockaway Ave.).

We accept MasterCard, and Visa ONLY.

Magic Shows at the Village Playgrounds: Magic Beyond Imagination with Magic Robert McEntee

These shows are great for children of all ages, along with big kids, also known as “adults”! Don’t miss magical surprises which YOU will help create! Just bring your imagination!...

• Family Magic Show at Grove Park – Thursday, August 1, at 1 p.m. Magic of Amore

Magic of Amore is a Long Island Parent Magazine winner of the Parents Choice Award for best children and family entertainer.

• Magic of Amore at Hemlock Park – Monday, August 12 at 6:15 p.m.

More exciting family entertainment!

Jester Jim Shows

Jester Jim is bringing his amazing juggling show to Grove Park on Monday, July 29, and to Edgemere Park on Friday, August 1. Don’t miss it! The shows begin at 6:15 p.m.

The Bubble Bus is Coming! The Bubble Bus is Coming!

Thursday, July 25, at Hemlock Park, Wednesday, August 7, at Tullamore Park, 6 – 8 p.m.

Wherever the Bubble Bus goes, happiness is sure to follow! The Bubble Bus is the world’s most sure-fire way of spreading joy and bubbles to people of all ages!

All events are for Village of Garden City residents.

The Best Secret in Town!

Did you know that each of our neighborhood 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 childcare provider must be in attendance while the child participates. This program cannot be used as babysitting.

When: Monday through Friday beginning Monday, July 1, and ending Friday, August 16.

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.

Gazebo Concerts!

• Thursday, July 25 - Jenna Esposito: Songs from the Great American Songbook

• Thursday, August 1Gazebo Favorites: The 1910 Fruitgum Company, “Simon Says” and More 60s Hits

• Thursday, August 8 - Blue Meanies: The Best of The Beatles and The Monkees

• Thursday, August 15 - Prime Time Country Band Playing the Best Country Hits

35th annual independence celebration

Longtime Garden City residents Bob and Mary Ann Guida and dad Tom Egel hosted their 35th annual big BBQ feast on July 6 at their Jamesport summer home. It was a successful day to let loose and celebrate with plenty of food, friends, family and fun. Tom, age 96, said he's already planning next year's celebration.

Board approves funds for village festivals

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chases for the Garden City Police Department (GCPD) from Patrol PC, a division of Advanced Electronic Design, Inc., a sole-source provider based in North Attleboro, Massachusetts. Village Administrator Suozzi’s July 10 memo explained the need for proprietary equipment and technology.

Suozzi advised the Board, “In an ongoing effort to have the fleet unified with uniquely customized and interchangeable equipment, the GCPD has been using computer products from Patrol PC, a division of Advanced Electronic Design, Inc.”

The company is noted to be a solesource provider as the only U.S.-based manufacturer of ultra-rugged, advanced mobile data terminals – the equipment being used in GCPD squad cars. Suozzi explained that these computers and

hardware are customized for use in police vehicles.

A letter from Patrol PC detailed their sole-source position, stating their products are purpose-built for the unique needs of police, fire, and EMS work. The company emphasized that their design, performance, and support characteristics are not available elsewhere in the marketplace.

In its letter the company stated, “Our company produces computers that are ‘purpose-built’ to support the unique mission and duties of mobile Police, Fire and EMS work. We do not build and sell computers for the general public or for other industries. As a result we offer unique value, and many of the design, performance and support characteristics built into our computers are not available anywhere else in the marketplace.”

Garden City 12U team captures three-peat District Championship

In a thrilling conclusion to their Little League careers, the Garden City 12U All-Stars clinched their third consecutive District 29 Championship, marking a solid achievement in GCAA baseball history.

Earlier this month, the team rolled through the District tournament with a combined score of 35-2 over four consecutive victories.

Peter Hamilton took the game ball to open the tournament against Malverne and registered 11 strikeouts and 0 walks in a dominant complete game performance. Gavin Reinhardt opened the scoring driving in the first two RBI’s of a 6-run third inning and the offense never looked back, winning 12-1.

Cash Coons was on the bump for the All-Stars in game two vs. Mineola and showcased his highly effective control of a three-pitch arsenal. While allowing zero walks, Mineola’s offense was stymied and held to just 2 hits over a 4-inning run rule complete game performance. Leo Delaney showcased his exemplary bat speed and strength, hitting a monstrous 3-run HR to dead center. 15 total hits were delivered over a quick 4 innings. Multiple hits by Alex Hirschfield, Peter Hamilton, Riley Packman, Leo Delaney, Ryan Hook, Nico Sioukas, Antonio Impennato, Gavin Reinhardt, and Liam Mijares drove in 14 runs and completed the shutout.

The ace of the rotation, Nico Sioukas, took the mound in Game 3 vs. recent District rival, New Hyde Park. Sioukas did not disappoint, stepping up in the crucial game of the tournament. He struck out 11 batters, allowing just one hit across a 6-inning complete game performance, showing both an effective command of off-speed pitches and a dominant fastball. Anytime NHP achieved a

glimmer of offensive momentum, the GC defense would make a great catch (Dylan Vaillant in right field) or turn one of two smooth double plays that ended any hopes of a comeback. GC rolled to a 3-0 win and a spot in the championship.

Facing Franklin Square in the championship game, GC returned to the arms of Peter Hamilton and Cash Coons. Across 5 Innings, Hamilton scattered just 3 hits, giving up just 1 run. Coons closed it out with 2 punchouts in the sixth inning and the GC All-Stars had completed their long-held goal of a District ThreePeat, leaving their mark on the town and helping to set a standard of performance for the continued rise of baseball in our “Lacrosse town.”

Across the playoff run, Antonio Impennato, Ryan Hook, and Alex Hirschfield led the team batting

.462. “This is a very tough lineup to make,” said head coach Mike Hirschfield, “they all can mash!” Solid outfield play by Pete Hamilton, Antonio Impennato, Dylan Vaillant, Luke Johnston, and Cash Coons kept every District game confidently in hand.

The team was supported by threeyear teammate Jaxson Pepicelli, who suffered an unfortunate wrist injury just before the start of tournament play. Despite his injury, he was a vocal presence in the dugout and an active motivator towards his teammates.

“We tried to maximize this event for the most kids possible and Coach Chris Sioukas, Dan Hook, Sephir Hamilton and I jointly decided to take the maximum of 14 players on this year’s team,” said head coach Mike Hirschfield. “With a universal

lineup rule, where all players bat successively, this was unheard of across the Northeast Region. A few names have changed over our years together which shows the importance of player development year in and year out. Finding promising, next-level talent across all three of GCAA’s travel baseball teams has been the most rewarding part of assembling these All-Star teams the last three years. I hope this group inspires the younger town kids who are currently developing on the “lower level” travel teams. Keep working, play the game hard, develop your skills, and this game will find you. I’m equally proud of these young men for the development of their baseball skills, but most importantly, the development of their mindsets. That is what we hope will last them a lifetime.”

The 2022 U10 champions.

The champions in 2023 as U11 players.

The 12U Little League District 29 champions.

Varsity Field Hockey to host instructional clinic

The Garden City Varsity Field Hockey will hold an instructional clinic for girls in grades K–8.

Once again, the Garden City Varsity Field Hockey team is pleased to offer their annual instructional clinic for girls grades K–8. Come learn the game, meet the players, make new friends and have fun! This is a fundraising event for the Garden City Varsity Field Hockey team. Please bring your field hockey stick, mouth guard, protective eyewear, shin guards!

4:30–6 p.m. on the Garden City High School Turf

Sunday, September 8, 2024, Sunday, September 15, 2024 Sunday, September 22, 2024, Sunday, September 29, 2024 Sunday, October 6, 2024, Sunday, October 20, 2024 Clinic Cost: $60 (checks only please)

Please make all checks payable to Garden City Field Hockey and drop or mail this completed form and payment to Jennifer O’Hanlon, 40 Russell Rd. Please share any medical issues or concerns as well.

Name:

Grade:

Address:

Email Address:

Parent Cell Phone Number:

US Field Hockey #:

US Field Hockey # Expiration Date: https://www.teamusa.org/usa-field-hockey/membership

(*If your daughter is enrolled in the LIFHA program, she will have a USA Field Hockey number.)

GC Recreation and Parks

Dance Conservatory Schedule

For planning purposes onlyRegistration will held in September.

Monday:

12:15 – 1:10: Creative Combo for Ages 3.5-5 Years Old

4:00 – 4:55: Jazz/Lyrical for Grades 2nd & 3rd

5:00 – 5:55: Jazz/Lyrical for Grades 4th & 5th

7:00 – 7:55: Jazz/Lyrical for Grades 6th and Up

Tuesday:

4:00 – 4:55: Ballet/Tap for Grades K & 1st

5:00 – 5:55: Jazz/Hip Hop for Grades 2nd & 3rd

6:00 – 6:55: Jazz/Hip Hop for Grades 4th & 5th

8:00 – 8:55: Adult Dance Combo

Wednesday:

4:00 – 4:55: Ballet/Tap for Grades K & 1st

6:00 – 6:55: Jazz/Hip Hop for Grades 6th & Up

8:00 – 8:55: Ballet/Lyrical for Grades

6th & Up

Thursday:

4:00 – 4:55: Ballet for Grades 2nd & 3rd

5:00 – 5:55: Lyrical for Grades 4th and 5th

7:00 – 7:55: Jazz for Grades 6th and Up

Friday:

12:15 – 1:10: Creative Combo for Ages

3.5-5 Years Old

2:00 – 2:55: Creative Combo for Ages

3.5-5 Years Old

4:00 – 4:55: Ballet/Hip Hop for Grades K & 1st

5:00 – 5:55: Ballet/Tap for Grades 4th and 5th

6:00 – 6:55: Jazz/Hip Hop for Grades 2nd & 3rd

Saturday:

10:00 – 10:55: Ballet/Hip Hop for Grades K & 1st

11:00 – 11:55: Creative Combo for Ages 3.5 – 5 Years Old

2:00 – 2:55: Tap for Grades 6th and Up 3:00 – 3:55: High School Jazz

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10U baseball team triumphs in District 29 Little League Tournament

The 10U Baseball District All Start (left to right): JP Leggett, Aiden Campon, Luke Pellicone, Gianluca Fusco, Andrew McDonough, Tyler Butvick, Christian Diez, Jr., Grayson Pepicelli, Jackson Mijares, Michael Ferrari, Michael Cardi, Nicholas Diez, and James Deierlein. Coaches: Craig Cardi, Joe Fusco, and Christian Diez.

The 10U District Baseball All Star team from Garden City entered the District 29 Little League Tournament with high expectations after showcasing their talent and determination throughout the Little League season.

An Initial Setback

The team’s first game against Floral Park was a thrilling display of resilience and teamwork. The game started with the All Stars falling behind 3-0 in the first inning. However, the boys quickly regained their momentum in the second inning. Nicholas Diez, Grayson Pepicelli, and Gianluca Fusco sparked a rally with consecutive hits that ignited the team. Following their lead, JP Leggett, Michael Ferrari, Jackson Mijares, Christian Diez, Jr., and Andrew McDonough all contributed with timely hits, including a 2 RBI single from Christian, putting the team up 8-7 heading into the fifth inning. Despite their remarkable effort and a valiant comeback, the team eventually ran out of steam in the back-and-forth game and lost 9-8 in extra innings.

The Long Road Back

Facing the challenge of the bottom bracket in the double-elimination tournament, the boys remained positive. Against Malverne, Nicholas Diez took the mound and pitched a gem, delivering a one-hit complete game shutout. Aiden Campon and James Deierlein each scored two runs, contributing to the decisive 6-0 victory.

Dominance Against Garden City South

Next, in a matchup against Garden City South, the 10U All Stars showcased

their strength in the “Battle of the Zip Code.” JP Leggett pitched a no-hitter in a dominant 15-0 win. Gianluca Fusco led the offensive charge, going 3 for 3 with six RBIs. Nicholas Diez, Michael Ferrari, and Jackson Mijares also had standout performances, with Nicholas going 2 for 2 with an RBI and 2 runs scored, Michael going 1 for 1 with three runs scored, and Jackson going 2 for 2 with 2 RBIs. Christian Diez, Jr. also reached base twice and drove in a run.

Crushing Franklin Square

In their next game against Franklin Square, a team that had dominated the tournament up to this point, Nicholas Diez once again pitched a complete game shutout, securing an 11-0 victory. Defensively, JP Leggett made a tournament-defining play by catching a flyball in centerfield and throwing out a runner trying to tag up from third base at home with a perfect throw, preserving the shutout. Offensively, Aiden Campon lead off the game with a single to right field, and the hits kept on coming. Jackson Mijares continued his hot streak with two more hits and two RBIs. Michael Cardi and Andrew McDonough each added a hit and an RBI. Luke Pellicone delivered the final blow with a double deep into the gap in right-center, bringing in Garden City's last two runs and putting the game out of reach.

The Rematch with Floral Park Garden City, now on a roll, having scored 32 runs while giving up none in their last three games, was set to play Floral Park. The All Stars needed to win two straight games to claim the championship. An early morning downpour

changed the venue, but not the boys’ focus. The team turned to Nicholas Diez yet again. He pitched brilliantly. After a leadoff walk, Michael Cardi made a great defensive play on the next batter making a diving catch from the catcher’s position. Nicholas got the next two batters out and started rolling. The game remained tight throughout, with Garden City up 3-2 in the fourth inning. In the bottom of the fourth, Floral Park scored on a controversial play at home plate, tying the game at 3-3.

In the top of the fifth inning, facing Floral Park’s ace, Gianluca Fusco ripped a single to right field. Michael Ferrari followed with an opposite-field double, and JP Leggett lined another double to left field, scoring Gianluca

and Michael. This surge put Garden City up 5-3 and knocked Floral Park's ace out of the game. In the next frame, Michael Ferrari took over in relief and cruised through the fifth inning. However, Floral Park threatened in the bottom of the sixth with two runners on and no outs. Garden City turned to James Deierlein to close out the game. Normally a starter, James pitched flawlessly and retired the side, earning praise from a Floral Park coach who remarked, "That kid didn’t just close the door, he barricaded it!"

The District Championship Showdown

The All Stars last win set up a dramatic showdown with Floral Park in the District Championship game. The

The All Stars receiving their championship rings.

The boys waiting to be announced as winners of the District 29 Tournament.

10U baseball team triumphs in District 29 Little League Tournament

Waiting out the rain before a crucial semi-final game.

All Stars got off to a hot start with hits by Tyler Butvick and Nicholas Diez in the first inning. Grayson Pepicelli knocked in Tyler on a sacrifice fly, giving Garden City a 1-0 lead. While Garden City threatened to score almost every inning, the game remained close. Behind the dominant pitching of James Deierlein, the All Stars put on a defensive clinic. Tyler made six flawless plays at shortstop, Luke Pellicone played smoothly at second base, and Grayson made several great plays at first base, including a game-saving backhanded pick. The game was 1-0 heading into the fifth inning.

A Nail-Biting Finish

In the bottom of the fifth inning, Garden City gave up one run after the ball took an unlucky bounce off second

base. The tension was palpable as the game moved into the sixth inning, still tied. James continued to pitch strongly, finishing the sixth inning without allowing another run. As the game moved into extra innings, Tyler drew a walk with one out and Nicholas scorched a double to left-center field. With two outs and runners on second and third, Gianluca Fusco stepped up to the plate. With the weight of the tournament on his shoulders, Gianluca delivered, knocking in Tyler for the go-ahead run and making the score 2-1 in favor of the All Stars.

Sealing the Victory

Garden City brought in Michael Ferrari (aka “Big Mike”), to close out the game. Michael threw hard and gave up only one slow-rolling single in the

bottom of the seventh inning. With a runner on third and two outs, Floral Park's catcher, who had delivered clutch hits throughout the tournament, stepped to the plate. However, he was no match for Big Mike. The final play fittingly went to James Deierlein at third base, who scooped up the ground ball and fired a strike across the diamond to seal the victory.

Under the leadership of coaches Joe Fusco, Craig Cardi, and Christian Diez, the Garden City 10U All Stars showcased their skills and tenacity, leaving a lasting impression. After the game, the umpires noted that this was the best Little League game they had umpired in their long careers. The Assistant District Administrator scoring the game

also remarked that it was the best Little League game he had witnessed in 20 years.

A Remarkable Achievement

Throughout the tournament, the All Stars from Garden City showed incredible resilience, skill, and teamwork, ultimately winning the 10U Baseball District 29 Championship and making their community proud. Their journey, marked by a dramatic comeback from the bottom bracket, stellar pitching, superior defense, and clutch hitting, will be remembered as a remarkable achievement in Garden City’s baseball history.

The GCAA has run baseball in Garden City since 1955.