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Parks Supt.: No hope for ash trees

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Children at the Garden City Community Church’s Community Adventures Summer camp enjoyed some water play to cool off on a hot summer day. See page 42

At the Garden City Board of Trustees meeting on July 21, Superintendent of Recreation & Parks Paul Blake delivered comments on the losing battle Long Island is facing against the Emerald Ash Borer invasive beetle species. Trustee Terry Digan noted that he had a conversation with Harder Tree Service, the contractor the Village of Garden City uses for tree removals as needed. He asked Blake to provide the full board and the public with an update on why some trees across Garden City may be in peril – the Emerald Ash Borer. The insect is a native species of Asia, and it was first found in the United States in the suburbs of Detroit in 2002. By 2014 it had spread

to Somerset County, central New Jersey and then eastward into New York state. “The insect gets into the feed stream and kills the tree. There is no pesticide that can kill this bug, there is no preventative and there is no cure. We anticipate that every ash tree in the village and on Long Island will eventually fall to this insect. We are now looking at the situation to remove somewhere between 100 and 200 ash trees,” Blake said. The Recreation and Parks Department plans to have an agenda item for the Board of Trustees to consider soon, for either a contract bid or an emergency declaration to engage the ash tree removal services. According to Blake the tree removals for ash See page 44

Bricks vs. landscaping at station Garden City Schools to begin pre-K program BY RIKKI MASSAND

At its July 21 meeting, the Garden City Board of Trustees decided to table an agenda item pertaining to brick wall reconstruction at the Long Island Rail Road’s Nassau Boulevard train station. After a preliminary discussion, the project may be completely revamped to get rid of the brick wall and convert some areas into a

landscaping buffer that may provide better sight lines for drivers and pedestrians. The agenda include approval of a $153,600 bid for brick wall reconstruction by low bidder Cornerstone Restoration Group Corp. – with a corresponding agenda item to reject the prior low bid from The Indo American Group, Inc. because bid specifications were not met. Both items were tabled after the

item was pulled off from the consent agenda by Village Trustee Charles Kelly. “I have used the Nassau Boulevard station thousands of times and I’ve always considered those brick walls as a dangerous decoration. I do not think they serve any function, they are only decorative. They walls interfere with a driver’s field of vision See page 34

The Garden City School District is establishing a Universal Pre-K program to start on Sept. 1, 2022. The program will be located at Homestead Primary School. Since this program is state-funded and is not paid for by taxpayer dollars, there is no cost to participate. To be eligible for the program, a child must be a Garden City School

District resident and 4 years old on or before Dec. 1, 2022. Garden City School’s UPK program is able to accommodate up to 40 students. The program will be open Monday through Friday, follow the same calendar as Garden City Schools, and will run five hours a day, five days a week. See page 34

GC Police sergeant, officer take oaths PAGE 48 Village crews tackle early morning cleanup PAGE 6

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A WORD FROM THE PUBLISHER

Thanks for service We were sorry to hear that School Board member Matthew Wakeham resigned last week. He had served on the Board since 2020, but prior to that he had been very involved in bringing enrichment to the village’s children. Mr. Wakeham has been the Executive Director of the Garden City Friends of STEAM, a robotics coach, and served on the school district’s STEM Advisory Committee for curriculum. Mr. Wakeham also was co-president of the Friends of Music. We salute Mr. Wakeham’s dedication to the children of the village, and hope that a new member who is just as ded-

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We were very happy to see that the Village has responded positively to criticism about the appearance of the downtown area. The village has sent out sanitation crews to clean up Seventh Street the morning after the Friday Night promenades, which had been mentioned by several residents as a point of concern. In addition, the plantings and parklets on Franklin Avenue have been cleaned up, weeded and mulched. They look much better, so thanks to the crews and their hard work!

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To the Editor: FABGC’s Founder, Don MacLeod’s letter [in last week’s issue] raises some questions and offers suggestions to the Mayor’s Committee on St. Paul’s Programmatic Use Committee. Our committee encourages and welcomes suggestions from all VGC residents. Residents have been invited to join our weekly meetings on Tuesday evenings at the Historical Society throughout the summer and we are grateful so many have participated. There needs to be some clarification and response to Don’s letter: 1. The entire Mayor’s Committee will do a deep dive on the façade/recreation center suggested previously by Mr. MacLeod and Trustee Kelly. We appreciated Don’s details about the structure of the façade idea at our last meeting and hopefully Trustee Kelly will add his thoughts at his earliest convenience. 2. The park & green space proposed by Don are also under consideration. The proposal for total demolition by the “FDem” group will also include the park/green space. Perhaps the two (MacLeod/FDem) might discuss their park concepts together. 3. The discussion re “Existing Excess Meeting Space” is an argument previously made by various individuals and it has been rejected over the last few decades. Residents and organizations continue to tell our committee they need more space. Our committee continues to solicit resident input throughout the summer. Additional Town Hall meetings will be held in September along with a resident survey. We look forward to listening to and responding to resident needs and concerns. Contact us at stpaulscomments@gardencityny.net Betsy Andromidas, Michele Harrington, Jonathan Martin, Frank McDonough, Chair Francine Ryan, Mark Ryan,

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To the Editor: As we know, Mayor Veneziale has a goal of late November for a binding referendum to settle, once and for all, the debate of what to do with the St. Paul’s Main Building. This year I have literally surveyed, informally of course, hundreds of residents re how they would vote: IF the vote occurred at that time.The outcome up to now is, by a large majority, to demolish the structure and replace it with a Village park for all to enjoy. This is also the tentative opinion of FDEM (for demolition, the organization to which I belong. Most of the “demolish” persons say (a version of): the building is too old, poorly maintained for almost 30 years, in too poor a condition, and not worthy of spending perhaps many tens of millions of taxpayer dollars to save it. Many have told us that they do not believe the St. Paul’s Committee’s judgement that the building “Will Outlive All of Us.” The “preserve the building” crowd, believe the soundness claims and, in my judgement, are “voting with their hearts rather than their heads.” They feel the structure can be restored to the magnificence and grandeur of its glory days. In effect these folks are nostalgic and believe the new structure would enhance the historic image of our Village. This lobby is led, not surprisingly, by the Garden City Historical Society --which fanatically is pressing for saving the building. My Advice: “No one” should have their mind made up now! They simply do not have enough “facts” to decide. Intelligent persons want to know: 1) What will it cost me, in added taxes, to pay off the 20-40 year bonds to be issued; 2) What would proposed uses do for me, my family and the general populaSee page 45

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SUBMITTED BY THE MOBILITY IMPAIRED COMMITTEE The Mobility Impaired Committee (MIC) met earlier this month at the Garden City Pool and reviewed a few issues brought to our attention. One resident wrote an email with a focus on [the parking lot near] the Orchid Restaurant. What is unusual about the handicapped spaces in this part of the 7N lot is the location. Rather than choosing the closest spot to the entrance of the intended shops, the four spots are further down the row. In addition, the path to the store, once leaving the sidewalk and heading to the door, slopes down which is very challenging for a disabled resident and especially those pushing a wheelchair. MIC will bring this issue to the attention of the Village and owners of this shopping center. Throughout the day/night of our meeting MIC received a number of suggestions including the possibility of the cafeteria at the pool checking in on the seniors in the mezzanine area especially on hot days. One of the pool staff recently provided exceptional service bringing a little snack from the refreshment stand to a senior member of the

pool who had skipped breakfast and felt a bit weak. Thank you to the pool staff for this wonderful effort! MIC will begin discussions with John Parks, the Recreation Department and Pool Staff about a pilot project for contacting the refreshments area from the senior/disabled area later this year or in 2023. One concern expressed by a senior who is a caregiver for a wheelchair spouse was sitting water remaining for days in handicapped ramps around Stewart Avenue and 7th Street. The resident said she did not expect immediate action but a day after a rainstorm it may be appropriate for public works to put a few problematic spots on a punch list. We also received a few good suggestions for children with physical challenges and hope MIC can somehow assist as recommendations move forward. The anticipated arrival of a new wheelchair lift at the large pool will be a plus for MIC and will provide more opportunities for disabled parents and children to swim together. MIC will meet again at the end of the pool season. Please forward any ideas to gerry7th@gmail.com or text 302-547-0800.

Garden City Board of Education member resigns Garden City Board of Education member Matthew Wakeham resigned from the Board suddenly last week after serving since 2020. At a special meeting of the Board held by conference call on Friday, July 22nd, Board President Joseph Sileo accepted Wakeham’s letter of resignation. Wakeham did not attend the meeting. The letter was not made public at the meeting. According to Sileo, the Board of Education has three options to fill the empty seat: • It can appoint a qualified person to fill the seat for the remainder of Wakeham’s term, which ends in 2023. • It can hold a special election to fill the seat. • It can leave the seat open. Sileo said that the Board would consider all of these options, including the cost of running a special election and would make a decision at an upcoming meeting. He said that if the Board does not make a decision, the New York State Superintendent of Education could appoint a person of her choosing. Wakeham was first nominated to the Board of Education by the Central

Matthew Wakeham Properties Association to begin serving on the board in July 2020. He has served on the boards of the Garden City Friends of STEAM and the Friends of Music. Additionally, Mr. Wakeham has been a volunteer coach for First Lego League Robotics and GCAA Summer Baseball.

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Rise and Shine: Village crews tackle early morning clean up SUBMITTED BY THE VILLAGE OF GARDEN CITY Village personnel were up bright and early Saturday, July 23, 2022 to clean up Garden City’s downtown business district before stores and restaurants opened for weekend business. Reduced staffing in recent years in the Recreation and Parks and Public Works Departments has made it difficult to keep up with the litter created from events such as the Friday Night Promenades, as well as street garbage accumulated at food and drink establishments. After many resident complaints, however, Mayor Cosmo Veneziale and Deputy Mayor Thomas O’Brien instructed Village Administrator Ralph Suozzi to take action. “Apparently, the combination of the Promenade evenings and after hour bar venues has created the street garbage issues requiring Village overtime clean up,” Mayor Veneziale said, warning business owners who do not comply with the Village’s Sanitation requirements that they will be issued violations. “I want stricter enforcement of all Village laws.” Deputy Mayor O’Brien worked closely with Mr. Suozzi to immediately put an action plan in place. A street sweeper and two Public Works employees have been assigned clean up duties between 6:00 and 10:00 a.m. each Saturday morning following the promenades to capture any debris on sidewalks and in gutters. Warnings will be given to the food establishments to clean up their sidewalks, and also the gutters in front of their establishments from trash. Further, these merchants must properly dispose of all garbage and not leave it curbside behind their stores. Department of Public Works Superintendent Anthony DeRosa is aware of the situation and does have the authority to issue fines, as does the Police Department. Other initiatives include removing the traffic "horses" from the sidewalks; cleaning and properly sanitizing the inside of the trash/ garbage cans on a regular basis; removing the chains from tables and other items to the Village trees; and ensuring enough walkway/room for pedestrians and strollers on all Seventh Street sidewalks between the outdoor dining tables, and trees, grates, and/or curbs. Residents are also reminded to use trash and recycling receptacles that are strategically placed throughout the Village to dispose of any unwanted items. Trustee Bruce Torino spoke with Sanitation crews trying to keep up with the litter created by those in attendance at Friday’s promenade. “Unfortunately, on many occasions

Recreation and Parks crew members Jessie Lyons and Tom Armato clean up the planting beds along Franklin Avenue before the start of weekend business on Saturday, July 23.

A Public Works street sweeper cleaning Seventh Street early Saturday morning, July 23. gravity, instead of placing refuse in a trash container, was the primary method of disposal of cups, wrappers, napkins and paper bags. When the revelers left - their trash remained,” he said. He walked the downtown early Saturday morning to see street sweepers and a small crew of Recreation and Parks personnel cleaning up planting beds along Franklin Avenue.

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RECENT REAL ESTATE SALES IN GARDEN CITY

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

Mortgage Rates this week from www.nerdwallet.com

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

Interest Rate 5.327% 4.383% 4.881%

APR 5.409% 4.523% 4.417%

Long Island Sales Data From One Key MLS Month

June-2022 May-2022 Apr-2022 Mar-2022 Feb-2022 Jan-2021 Dec-2021 Nov-2021

Nassau County Median Sale Price Current Year Prior Year

$720,000 $689,444 $668,000 $650,000 $650,000 $650,000 $645,000 $651,000

$644,000 $635,000 $630,000 $600,000 $599,000 $601,000 $605,000 $599,000

% Change

11.8 8.6 6.0 8.3 8.5 8.2 6.6 8.7

Exquisitely renovated and graciously expanded colonial in the Estates section of Garden City. The home offers 5 large bedrooms and 3.5 baths. The main floor features a large living room with a wood burning fireplace, banquet sized dining room, a true chef’s kitchen overlooking the family room with gas fireplace and french doors lead to a new bluestone patio and large yard. Conveient to LIRR Merrilon Staion and schools.

13 Meadow Street

111 Cherry Valley Ave Unit M18

Date: 07/27/2022 Sold Price: $840,000 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 1 half bath Style: Condominium Total taxes: $7,956 Common charges: $1,937 MLS number: 3316468 The Seller’s Team: Linda Mulrooney, Daniel Gale Sothebys Intl Realty The Buyer’s Team: Linda Mulrooney, Daniel Gale Sothebys Intl Realty

Date: 07/25/2022 Sold price: $1,225,000 5 bedrooms, 3 full baths, 1 half bath Style: Colonial Lot size: .21 acre Total taxes: $24,193 MLS number: 3383578 The Seller’s Team: Patrick McCooey and Alexander Olivieri, Compass Greater NY The Buyer’s Team: Stephen and Laura Baymack, Compass Greater NY

Beautifully Renovated Duplex w/lovely garden views.1st floor has newly redone Open Kitchen w/large quartz waterfall island, high end appliances & custom cabinets w/ample available storage. Great Room on main level has large dining and LR areas both w/access to 268 sq ft private patio. New flooring & redone Powder Rm complete this level. The second floor has new floors, Primary BR w/custom closets & Spa Bath, Second Bedroom w/en-suite bath & laundry w/washer & dryer. The Wyndham Common Areas include an indoor pool, gym, exercise room, party room, movie theater for residence only. Included in Common Charge are Private Storage Cage,two Valet Parking Spaces & hot water/trash removal provided by building. Move right in to this immaculate, beautifully finished unit.

Date: 07/22/2022 Sold price: $520,000 3 bedrooms, 1 full bath Style: Townhouse Lot size: .07 acre Total taxes: $9,496 MLS number: 3403137 The Seller’s Team: Elizabeth Breslin and Angela Linda Sambus, Coach Realtors Fennessy Associates The Buyer’s Team: Jiang Zhang, Lin Pan Realty Group

Townhouse in the village of Garden City. 3 Br, 1 bath, kitchen with white cabinets and stainless steel appliances. Appliances 3 years old. Roof 5 years old. New water heater Walk to bus, train, shops and restaurants. Perfect for investors, or make it your own!

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

Call for Details | Garden City | $1,849,000 4 BR, 2 BA, 1 Half BA | Web# 3410922

Garden City | 107 Huntington Road | $1,259,000 3 BR, 2 BA | Web# 3401371

Erin Fleischmann: M 516.864.1977 Michelle McArdle: M 516.306.4134

Laura Mulligan: M 516.729.6885 Norma Quigley: M 516.236.7996

Sold | Garden City | Sold Price: $1,375,000 4 BR, 2 BA, 1 Half BA | Web# 3380532 Norma Quigley: M 516.236.7996

Sold | Garden City | Sold Price: $978,000 4 BR, 2 BA | Web# 3385039 Maryann Milovcic: M 347.724.2873 John Corrigan: M 516.361.9634

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

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

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

Rented | Garden City | Rented at $6,500/month 4 BR, 2 BA | Web# 3405705

Garden City Office | 130 Seventh Street | 516.307.9406

Lara Munoz-Corredor: M 917.846.2808

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FOR SALE BY OWNER 128 Wetherill Rd., Garden City

This beautiful Garden City ranch located on a half an acre (225 x 196) sits on a rare corner lot with unobstructed views. You have one of the few Garden City green spaces across the street (Triangle Park). Enjoy this green space for your children to play all day as we did years ago. The home is located in the Eastern Property section which is a highly desired part of town. This home has 5 bedrooms with 3 full bathrooms and a finished basement. It has a two-car garage, central a/c, irrigation system, cedar closet, walk-in closet, fireplace, central alarm system and hardwood floors. $2,400,000.

This property is BY APPOINTMENT ONLY! Call Matthew Stenzel at 516-741-1200. There also is a possibility of purchasing of one of the largest lots in the area. Let me know, as this contingent property could be for sale, and I will try and work some magic.

Drew Wozniak (current president), Brent Stranathan, Bob Dougherty, Drew Hult, Lou Fasano, Pete Gehnrich, Pat McNamara, Phil Volz. Each year in late spring, The Garden City Casino hosts its annual Past Presidents and Current Board of Governors’ Dinner. The dinner recognizes the leadership of the former presidents and the efforts of the current Board to maintain the stature and the contributions that The Casino continues to make to the Village of Garden City.

The Casino, which was established in 1895, has a vibrant social calendar and a very active tennis program and membership is open to all village residents. This year’s dinner, which was held in late June, was also attended by many members who have contributed their time and energies to coordinate a very active program.

EPOA seeks members for Election Committee Along with the three other POAs, the EPOA previously announced changes to its nominating process for potential candidates for Village and Board of Education Trustee positions. Under the new process, any East resident interested in serving as a trustee will participate in an open primary election, similar to the primary held for the open BOE trustee position this past spring. The East Election Committee responsibility will be advertising for and identifying residents as potential candidates, hosting town halls and information sessions to meet candidates as well as organizing the primary election.

Members elected to this committee will serve on a rotating term basis, meaning that within each year only five members will be replaced. For this year, five members will be selected and assigned a term of three years. The time commitment for each year is a few weekday evening meetings in the fall and winter. Anyone interested in participating on the Independent East Election Committee should submit their name, address, and letter of intent to contactus@gcepoa.org. The deadline for submission is September 9, 2022.

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Laura Baymack Lic. RE Salesperson Baymack Team M: 516.537.3050

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Lauren Grima Lic. RE Salesperson M: 917.642.5036

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

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

Maureen Lagarde Lic. RE Salesperson M: 516.850.7812

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

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

Athena Menoudakos Lic. RE Salesperson M: 516.316.4955

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

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

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

Alexandra Parisi Lic. Assoc. RE Broker M: 516.427.6878

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

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

Salvatore Sica Lic. Assoc. RE Broker The Sica Team M: 347.922.8947

Julie Whicher Lic. RE Salesperson Laura Carroll Team M: 516.698.3975

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

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

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

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

104 10th Street, Garden City 4 BD | 3 BA | 1 HB | $2,450,000 Laura Carroll | M: 917.370.5354 Danielle Nero | M: 516.205.6501

124 Stratford Avenue, Garden City 7 BD | 3 BA | 1 HB | $1,995,000 Stephen & Laura Baymack | M: 516.216.0244

4 Birch Lane, Garden City 4 BD | 2 BA | 1 HB | $1,298,000 Athena Menoudakos | M: 516.316.4955

22 Franklin Court, Garden City 4 BD | 1 BA | 1 HB | $1,039,000 Adrienne McDougal | M: 516.662.3872

56 Westbury Road, Garden City 3 BD | 1 BA | 1 HB | $938,000 Pete Diaz | M: 516.642.9881 Frank Morabito | M: 917.207.7782

206 Wetherill Road, Garden City 5 BD | 2 BA | 2 HB | $928,000 Maureen Lagarde | M: 516.850.7812

6 Pell Terrace, Garden City 4 BD | 2 BA | 1 HB | $899,000 Athena Menoudakos | M: 516.316.4955

109 15th Street, H2, Garden City 2 BD | 1 BA | $390,000 Julie Whicher | M: 516.698.3975

127 15th Street, E2, Garden City 1 BD | 1 BA | $350,000 Stephen & Laura Baymack | M: 516.216.0244

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

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Laura Carroll Licensed Real Estate Salesperson laura.carroll@compass.com M: 917.370.5354 | O: 516.408.2231 Laura Carroll is a licensed real estate salesperson afﬁliated with Compass. Compass is a licensed real estate broker and abides by Equal Housing Opportunity laws.

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

Det. Steve Roumeliotis of the Garden City Police Department talks to clients of Life’s WORC and the Family Center for Autism in Garden City during the organization’s annual Safety Day. Roumeliotis discussed stranger danger and knowing who to trust in an emergency as part of the event that taught clients and staff about fire safety, what to do in an emergency and how to stay safe in the heat. Clients also toured police and fire trucks as part of the day’s activities that saw more than 80 clients, family members and staff take part. Photo courtesy Life's WORC Local police, firefighters and EMTs visited Life’s WORC and the Family Center for Autism in Garden City to teach clients, their families and staff about fire safety, medical emergencies, heat-related illnesses and such things as “stranger danger” during the annual the Safety Day for those with autism and other special needs. “This population needs repetition and familiarity,” says Nicky Faranda, senior director of Community Services. “We want to make sure that if there is an emergency they know to run to help and not away from it.” More than 80 clients, family members and staff took part in the annual event. The day, which involved fun activities, safety talks and making clients familiar with the lights and sounds of emergency vehicles, also included music, lunch and question-and-answer sessions. Det. Steve Roumeliotis of the Garden City Police Department explained the difference between good and bad strangers and the importance of knowing the difference. He also stressed the value of having an escape plan for various

situations. Residents were quick to raise their hands to show what they’d learned. Mike, a day-hab client, continually showed his listening skills by answering many of the detective’s questions, getting a fist bump with each right answer. Richard Chiarello, a former Garden City fire chief who now drives one of the fire engines, explained the importance of fire safety and even how to recognize such ailments as heat exhaustion. “We have clients who can’t easily verbalize what is going on with them, so programs like this help immensely both the clients and the staff,” Faranda says. “Repetition is vital to the process. In addition to programs like this, we have monthly training in each of the residences and the Family Center for Autism. We go over things with them but it is good to have the officers come in a positive, fun way to help reinforce what they are learning.” Clients and staff also got to sit in the police cars and fire trucks, have photos taken and share a lunch with the officers.

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The Western Property Owners Association (WPOA) is seeking Western Section residents who are interested in serving as Officers and Directors. This volunteer service is a meaningful way to give back to your community, and connects you with other active residents in the Western Section and the Village. While the WPOA looks forward to seeing residents who are willing to step up to various open positions, it is most anxious to have someone join the team who has expertise in the tech field. The WPOA needs a reliable director who can update its website and initiate eblasts to residents about information pertinent to the Western community. The WPOA was established in 1935. Its By-laws “Purposes” are to promote the general welfare and provide betterment for members, their families and property; to secure harmony and friendliness among neighbors; to improve the

beautification of grounds; to maintain and uphold the zoning ordinance; to maintain cleaner, safer, better-lit roads; and to secure adequate police, fire and school facilities. Residents interested in joining the WPOA Board of Directors are urged to contact President RoseAnn Vernice at ravernice26@gmail.com. The WPOA can find a position that will meet your aspirations and match your skills. It looks forward to welcoming new directors at its upcoming September general meeting. The Western Section of Garden City is bordered on the north by the main line of the LIRR, on the east by the west side of Tanners Pond and Edgemere Roads, on the south by Cambridge Avenue and on the west by Jefferson Street. Please visit our website, www. gcwpoa.com, for further information regarding our POA.

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

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56 Westbury Road, Garden City 3 BD | 1 BA | 1 HB | $938,000 Reach out today to schedule a showing! This storybook Mott Colonial is located on one of the nicest tree-lined streets in Garden City! A must see. Gorgeous molding and wood ﬂoors throughout, a quaint formal dining room, and an ample-sized formal living room with a warm inviting ﬁreplace make this a spectacular home. Close to schools, transportation including several LIRR stations. This home boasts oversized bedrooms, amazing period details, all packaged on a quiet, quaint, and bucolic block.

Frank Morabito Licensed Real Estate Salesperson frank.morabito@compass.com M: 917.207.7782 | O: 516.408.2231

Pedro Diaz and Frank Morabito are licensed real estate salespersons afﬁliated with Compass, a licensed real estate broker that abides by Equal Housing Opportunity laws. All material presented herein is intended for informational purposes only. Information is compiled from sources deemed reliable but is subject to errors, omissions, changes in price, condition, sale, or withdrawal without notice. This is not intended to solicit property already listed. Photos may be virtually staged or digitally enhanced and may not reﬂect actual property conditions.

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225 Cherry Valley Ave. Garden City, NY 11530 Large open split-level Colonial in Garden City. 4 bedrooms; 2.5 baths; formal living room with wood burning fireplace; formal dining room; large eat-in kitchen with Corian countertops, Bosch dishwasher, GE Electric Oven & Stovetop; oversized Frigidaire stainless refrigerator & freezer; newer roof; central air conditioner, some gutter guards; natural gas heating, new hot water tank, large capacity washer and dryer; family room/den with sliding door to backyard; wrought iron door gates; large 2-level basement; inground sprinkler system; two car garage. One owner; Single Family Residence; Year Built: 1960; Living area: 2,417 sq. ft.; Lot Size: 10,692 sq. ft. Walk to LIRR, Winthrop University Hospital & Wellness Center, Garden City High School. Garden City Union Free School District (3 primary, 2 elementary, 1 middle school, and 1 high school) Private schools: St. Joseph’s; The Waldorf School of Garden City; St. Anne’s; Chaminade; Sacred Heart Academy.

Price: $1,399,000 Taxes: $20,000 Homes By MARA Realty Agent: Claudia Melendez 516-474 -7494

This ad for a new house in Garden City Estates is fascinating. It dates to 1908 and the house I believe is located at 108 Roxbury Road just north of Stewart Avenue although it’s been changed quite a bit. The Garden City Estates Corporation had purchased one square mile west of St. Paul’s School in 1906 to create the new community of Garden City Estates, which existed separately from Garden City until 1919 when the two communities incorporated together under the “Community Agreement.” Many of the new houses in Garden City Estates in those first years were done in this “artistic” style as we were moving away from the Victorian era. One feature of these houses was the lack of symmetry. Looking at this ad though, I have one question: “What are granolithic sidewalks?!”

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265-19 83RD AVENUE, FLORAL PARK PrIstine Dormered Cape featuring 4 BDs & 2 Full BAs. LR; Kitchen w New Appls; DR. Full Basement w Open 2 rms; Storage; Egress, Laundry & Utilities. Backyard Oasis w IGP, Enclosed 3 Season Breezeway; Side Porch from Kitchen; 1 Car Gar w Storage. Convenient to Mass Transit & 30 mins to NYC. SD#26. Entertainer's Delight! ML#3404727 | $900,000

Location, Location, Location,Beautiful Brick Colonial is situated midblock in the heart of the sought after Mott Section. First floor features spacious living rm w/fireplace that flows open to a formal dining rm, kitchen, full bath, laundry room, and garage access complete the first floor. The second floor boasts a large primary and two additional sunny bedrooms. This storybook home is being sold as is. Endless possibilities... ML#3403003 | $799,000

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36 FENIMORE AVENUE, GARDEN CITY 5 bedroom, 4.5 bath Colonial with open concept. Den/family room, eat-in kitchen with granite counters, formal dining room, foyer, master bath, pantry, powder room, storage, walk-in closet. ML#3366560 | $2,599,000

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Pre-War English Tudor on quiet rd in desirable estates section. 1 flr features sun-drenched LR w/frplc & slider to patio. Den opens to screened-in porch in private yard. FDR & EIK flows into bfast area. Powder rm. 2nd flr has 3 BDs & full BA. 3rd flr has large closet, 1 BD, full BA & storage. Full fin rec rm in basement, laundry rm, storage & OSE. Hardwood flrs, gas heat, sep hot water heater, det 2 car gar, convenient to LIRR, school, park & dining. ML#3410137 | $998,000 st

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THE VIEW FROM HERE

ESG Investing: The good, the bad and the ugly BY BOB MORGAN, JR. The increasing degree to which ESG (environmental, social and corporate governance) factors are being considered in choosing investments raises a number of difficult issues, particularly in the context of retirement funds. ESG investment is commonly defined as using environmental, social and corporate governance factors to evaluate companies and countries on how far advanced they are with sustainability. Once enough data has been acquired on these three metrics, they can be integrated into the investment process when deciding what equities or bonds to buy. The debate is not completely new. A half century ago, there was much debate about the “social responsibility” of businesses and conservative economist Milton Friedman stirred considerable controversy by publishing an essay in The New York Times entitled “The Social Responsibility of Business Is To Increase Its Profits” in which he argued that maximization of shareholder value was the highest corporate goal Basically, Mr. Friedman was opposed to investments unrelated to the direct corporate mission and believed that shareholders should simply decide for themselves what philanthropic causes they wanted to support. To be clear, no one is saying that individual investors should not take personal moral or ethical values into consideration in making investment choices. Pro-life investors have every right not to invest in abortion drug providers, vegetarians need not put money in meat producers and gun control advocates can certainly forego weapons manufacturers. And these principles obviously apply to avoiding investment funds which have objectionable companies as components. Still, ESG investing certainly has its detractors. In a recent opinion piece in the Wall Street Journal, businessman and investor Andy Kessler points out that some purported funds are not ESG enough (accused of “greenwashing”), while others charge exorbitant fees (5 to 15 times more), while making relatively few changes in investment mix from standard index funds. Mr. Kessler cites a report by University of Colorado professor Sanjai Bhagat, writing in the Harvard Business Review, that makes four import-

ant points about ESG: 1) ESG funds have underperformed; 2) companies that tout their ESG credentials have worse compliance records for labor and environmental rules; 3) ESG scores of companies that signed the U.N. Principles of Investment didn’t improve after they signed, and financial returns were lower for those that signed; and 4) companies publicly embrace ESG as a cover for poor business performance. But while private investors can decide what they wish to do with ESG investments, much harder questions arise in the context of retirement plans that are vehicles for retirement savings. Under ERISA, the governing law, these are to be invested for the “exclusive benefit” of participants and beneficiaries. Previous guidance of the Department of Labor, which administers ERISA, has gone back and forth on permissibility of ESG type investments, but 2020 regulations issued under the Trump Administration stated that only pecuniary factors could be considered in evaluating plan investments and that only in rare instances could a decision be made to break a tie among investment alternatives in favor of an ESG investment. The Biden Administration, however, seems to be moving the needle toward ESG investments. It issued a proposed regulation in 2021 widely viewed as opening the door for more socially conscious investments. The regulation noted that a fiduciary’s considerations may include climate change, governance and enforcement practices. This year, the Department of Labor issued a request for Information discussing possible required disclosure by plan fiduciaries on climate related risks in their investments. The obvious implication is that plans might feel pressured to include these type of investments, whether warranted or not. It is true that nowadays most retirement plan participants are in 401(k) plans, in which the employee chooses among a menu of employment options, unlike the old days when employers made investment decisions for defined benefit plans. Nevertheless, I believe that the primary goal should be maximizing the employee’s long term retirement security and a go-slow approach is certainly appropriate for ESG investments.

Garden City Board of Education reorganizes at July 7 meeting The Garden City Public School District’s Board of Education held its annual reorganization meeting on July 7. Joseph Sileo was elected president and Tom Pinou was elected vice president. They both took the Oath of Allegiance as officers of the board for the 2022-2023 school year at the meeting. Newly elected board members

Arthur Gnecco and William O’Donohue took the Oath of Allegiance prior to this meeting. Superintendent Kusum Sinha, Ed.D. welcomed the new board trustees and congratulated Mr. Sileo and Mr. Pinou, as president and vice president.

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Joseph Sileo was sworn in as president at the Garden City Public School District Board of Education’s annual reorganization meeting on July 7.

Tom Pinou was sworn in as president at the Garden City Public School District Board of Education’s annual reorganization meeting on July 7.

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THE MAYOR’S UPDATE cveneziale@gardencityny.net

Village receives second payment of Covid relief funding

Village Treasurer Irene Woo has announced that the Village has received its second payment ($1,151,484) of relief funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), a $1.9 trillion relief bill signed into law in March of 2021. The stimulus package provides billions of dollars in direct financial relief for state and local governments, including $65 billion for America’s cities, villages and towns, as well as $65 billion for counties. Garden City has received a total of $2.303 million in COVID relief funding (an estimated $110 per capita). The funding was delivered in tranches; the first half was received in July 2021. Unlike FEMA funding, the relief will arrive before the Village reports how the funding is being used. Use of funds has recently been expanded to now include any COVID-related revenue losses as well as water, sewer and broadband infrastructure improvements. Ms. Woo said Finance Department staff is reviewing the voluminous guidelines distributed by the United States Department of the Treasury. To date, the Board of

Trustees has allocated $690,000 of the ARPA funds on two capital improvement projects, (Pool Vinyl Liner and HVAC repairs at the Senior Center). The Board will continue to review projects and direct those funds as they see fit within the guidelines.

• 60 “Signal 8” calls or non-emergency automatic alarms • 7 general alarms • 6 mutual aid calls to assist neighboring Fire Departments

Lightening strike causes house fire

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H2M is waiting for the final POC and IOC results from Pace Labs, the second set of samples requested by the Nassau County Department of Health (NCDH). Once final sample results are received, completed works request will be issued to NCDH. According to Village Administrator Ralph Suozzi, the interconnect with the Town of Hempstead was closed July 13 but the distribution system is still operating on system pressure - not tank level.

The Fire Department responded to a house fire on Thursday, July 21, caused by a lightning strike in the attic during strong storms that swept through the area. Chief Matthew Pearn said the Department had the scene under control in less than an hour. He thanked the Police Department and NYU Langone ambulance personnel for their support. “Our partnership has been fantastic over the years and their support on scene has always been incredible,” he said.

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Chief Matthew Pearn reported that during June the Department responded to 73 total calls:

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Building Department legalization fee amnesty period ends this week

The Village Code (Chapter 68-5.D) was amended that whenever a permit holder, permit applicant or other person seeks to legalize work, or is required to legalize work, that was or is being performed without a permit required under this Chapter, the permit holder or permit applicant or other person shall pay a legalization fee equal to three times the application fee. The legalization fee shall be in addition to any and all other application and inspection fees charged by the Department. No new permit for construction or installation work, nor any Certificate of Occupancy, Certificate of Completion or Letter in Lieu shall be issued until the legalization fee for existing construction and/or installations and all other applicable fees are paid in full. Notwithstanding the foregoing, applications filed during the period from February 1, 2022 through July 30, 2022, no Legalization Fee shall be charged to any applicant or other person seeking to legalize work, or who is required to legalize work, that was or is being performed without a permit required under this Chapter. Residents can come in and fill out the paperwork by the July 30, 2022 deadline and then gather what is required for the process.

St. Paul’s Fencing

Responding to inquiries about why the fencing surrounding the St. Paul’s Main Building has not been taken down following the completed roof repairs, Building Superintendent

Giuseppe Giovanniello said the fencing will remain up to deter vandalism and continue safeguarding the area. “There is still a safety factor with any possible loose bricks, which will be handled in the next phase,” he said.

2022 pool season exceeding expectations

Recreation Commissioner Paul Blake was happy to report that the Pool has exceeded membership projections in every category this season except one - Non-Resident Caregiver (which is just three memberships short of projections). Membership applications continue to come in and, to date, the Pool is approximately $68,000 ahead of its membership revenue projections for the entire season. “Not only have we exceeded projections this year but in the last non-Covid year of 2019. We seem to have the ship moving in the right direction. Kudos to all the people working at the Pool every day. They are doing a tremendous job. Residents and members seem pleased,” Mr. Blake said. For more information about Pool membership, visit www. gardencityrecreation.org.

ADRB/ZBA volunteers needed

The Village depends upon its residents to volunteer and perform many valuable services. The Mayor is seeking residents with experience in architectural design (preferably architects) and residents with experience in Zoning/Planning to fill vacancies on the Architectural Design Review Board (ADRB) and Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA). If you are interested in applying for either of these positions, please follow this procedure: a. submit a resume or similar information describing your interest including why you would like to serve on either the ADRB or the ZBA along with your qualifications. b. please send your information to Karen Altman, Village Clerk (465-4051) at kaltman@gardencityny.net.

Service changes as LIRR crews prepare to incorporate 3rd track

The MTA and LIRR announced that eastbound service between New Hyde Park and Westbury will experience changes in August and September as crews begin incorporating the newly built third track to the LIRR Main Line by demolishing temporary platforms and completing track and signal systems work and testing. For the past two years, eastbound riders at New Hyde Park, Merillon Avenue, Mineola, Carle Place and Westbury have been using temporary wooden platforms to board trains. Underneath these platforms is the new third track. Before See page 41

Suspended license A motorist on Old Country Road on July 20th was charged with driving with a suspended license and non-operational brake lights. Leaving the scene Garden City Police are investigating a report of a vehicle leaving the scene after being in a collision with a NICE Bus on July 20th Identity theft On July 20th Garden City Police received a report of a person’s identity being stolen and used to open a fraudulent bank account. Lights out Officers responded to a traffic light malfunction at the intersection of Stewart Avenue and Tanners Pond Road on July 20th. Shower steam GCFD and GCPD responded to Adelphi University for a fire alarm and determined it was activated by shower steam on July 20th. House fire On July 21st police and firefighters responded to a working house fire on Warton Place. The fire was apparently caused by a lightning strike. Other lightening strikes On the same day, Garden City Police lightening strikes at Old Country Road and Clinton Road caused traffic light outages. Lightening also caused an elevator failure at a Garden City Plaza building. Truck hits overpass On July 21st a truck driver was charged with striking the Cherry Valley Avenue overpass and disregarding bridge clearance signs. Stolen identity On July 21st Garden City Police investigated a report of a person’s identity being stolen and used to open a fraudulent debit card account. Check fraud On July 21st Garden City Police investigated a report of an unknown person attempting to cash a fraudulent check at a local financial institution. The subject left the area after the transaction was denied. Excessive speed A motorist on Clinton Road at

Garden Street on July 21st was charged with unlicensed operation and excessive speed. A second motorist, on Rockaway Avenue at 4th Street, was charged with unlicensed operation and excessive speed. False alarm On July 22nd the GCPD and GCFD responded to a Kellum Place business for a fire alarm and determined the cause to be construction.

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Unlicensed operation A motorist on Clinton Road was charged with unlicensed operation and excessive speed on July 22nd. Basement fire On July 23rd Garden City Police assisted GCFD in responding to a Garden Street residence for a basement fire. Firefighters contained and extinguished the fire. Gas blower tickets Three landscapers were charged with using gas leaf blowers on July 23rd. Fake plates A motorist on Clinton Road was charged with fraudulent license plates, uninspected auto, and unregistered vehicle on July 24th. Light malfunction Officers responded to a traffic light malfunction on Washington Avenue at 11th Street on July 24th. Heroic first responders On July 25th three police officers and a fire chief responded to an overturned vehicle on Cathedral Avenue where the driver was trapped inside, and the car engulfed in flames. The chief and an officer pulled the driver from the vehicle to safety while the other two officers extinguished the fire with fire extinguishers. The chief and the officer suffered minor smoke inhalation and lacerations. Upon investigation, it appears the driver may have fallen asleep. Check fraud A fraudulent $9,800 check was reportedly written against a local business bank account on July 26th. Debit card fraud Fraudulent debit cards were reportedly opened using the identities of two local residents.

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June 10th June 17th Belmont Stakes St Patrick’s Day Festival Featuring Featuring The 5 Stone Band The 5 Stone Band & Old School

June 24th Sock Hop & Doo Wop Featuring The Teatones

July 1st Red White and Blue Featuring The 5 Stone Band

July 8th Garden City State of Mind Featuring The Cold Spring Harbor Band

July 15 th Rock of Ages Featuring The Arena Rock Tribute Band

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July 22nd Christmas in July Featuring The New York Belles & The Togetherness Band

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September 16th Big Pine Apple Circus Featuring The 5 Stone Band

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August 12th Fly Me to the Moon Featuring Johnny Avino

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WHAT’S NEW AT THE GARDEN CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY

Oceans of Possibilities await! Join our new Adult Summer Reading Program at the Garden City Public Library Garden City Public Library Adult Programming offers something for everyone! Explore Uffizi, the crown jewel of Florence, don’t miss Monday Movie Matinees, learn how to use online Library services like Libby, Hoopla, and Flipster, join Librarians Kristen Sweeney and Laura Giunta for lively book chats, and more this summer.

Oceans of Possibilities Adult Summer Reading Club

Registration is Underway! Registration began on Monday, June 13, for the “Oceans of Possibilities” Summer Reading Club! Adults can register online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Registrants can pick up their Summer Reading Club folder in the Tweens and Teens Room while supplies last. Once you sign-up, you can submit raffle entries for each book you read at the Library or online through our website (www.gardencitypl.org). Adults who sub-

mit one raffle entry will have a chance to win one of this year’s raffle prizes. All books must be read and reviewed now through August 1. Registration is ongoing until Friday, July 29. Raffle entries must be submitted no later than Monday, August 1. This year’s raffle prizes are as follows: Kindle Paperwhite $100 Gift Card to B K Sweeney's Uptown Grille $100 Gift Card to Revel Restaurant $100 Gift Card to Noblesse Nail & Spa A food gift basket The more books you read and the more reviews you enter, the more chances you have to win! If you have any questions, email the Reference Department at https://www.gardencitypl.org/speakingof-books/.

The Uffizi Gallery: A Two-Part Art Lecture with Mary Maguire

In August, Mary Maguire will be presenting the program titled “The Uffizi

News from the Children’s Room Sign up for the Summer Reading Club in the Children’s Room! Summer fun continues with the Summer Reading Club for preschoolers (age 2–5 not yet in kindergarten) and grades K–5. Registration for the Summer Reading Club began on Monday, June 13, 2022, and continues through Tuesday, August 2, 2022. Registration is online with Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). The Summer Reading Club began on June 13 this year and finishes with the “Grand Finale” on Wednesday, August 3. We are hosting a magic show this year entitled “Magic Beyond Imagination.” At the end of the show, we will be selecting our grand prize winners. These names will be

publicized on Friday, August 5. We encourage students to keep reading and keep participating in the activities for this year’s Summer Reading Club. Prizes continue to be awarded until the end of August. We have had a successful summer and look forward to next summer! Thank you to all who participated. We enjoy the Summer Reading Program and we start planning as soon as October of this year for the 2023 Summer Reading Club. Our attention now turns to fall programming and required summer reading titles. The final Guessing Game concludes this Friday and the winner will be announced next week. The winner for Game 6 was Jillian Barberi.

Library board meeting cancelled The Regular Meeting of the Board of Library Trustees that was scheduled for Monday, August 8, at 7:30 p.m. has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is Monday, September 12.

Gallery” at the Library. This will be a two-part program that will be held on the following dates: • Part 1: Thursday, August 11, at 2 p.m. • Part 2: Thursday, August 18, at 2 p.m. A description of the program: “As Florence is the crown jewel of Renaissance Italy, the Uffizi is the crown jewel of Florence! It’s the world’s oldest art gallery and each of its paintings and sculptures has a story to tell. Together we will uncover those stories — whether it be the Birth of Venus or the Venus of Urbino. We will delight in their beauty — whether it be the Medici Venus or Caravaggio’s Medusa. We will celebrate its artists — be it Leonardo, Michelangelo, or Raphael.” No registration is required, but seating is on a first come, first served basis. This program has been sponsored by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Hidden Gems, A Title Swap Book Discussion

On Wednesday, August 10 at 2 p.m.,

join Librarians Kristen Sweeney and Laura Giunta for Hidden Gems, a Title Swap Book Discussion. Share what you've been reading recently and learn about the newest hits and old titles that you may have missed. Plus, the winners of this year’s Adult Summer Reading Club will be announced at the program! Garden City Public Librarians will lead this discussion. Participants who don’t have a chance to read a book before the program are still encouraged to join to get book recommendations for future reads. Registration began Monday, July 25. Register online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) online or in person at the Garden City Public Library. Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. This program has been sponsored by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library. Please visit the Library for more information on upcoming events and programs. You can also visit our website (www.gardencitypl.org), follow us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ GardenCityPubLib), or call us (516-7428405) to learn more. There’s more great programs to come, so stay tuned!

Monday Movie Matinees In August, stop by the Garden City Public Library on Mondays at 3PM for a Monday Movie Matinee! The August and September schedule for Monday Movie Matinees is as follows: August 1: The Zookeeper's Wife (2017) August 8: Green Book (2018) August 15: Yesterday (2019) August 22: Murder on the Orient Express (2017) August 29: Michael Clayton (2007) September 12: A Mighty Wind (2003) September 19: Evelyn (2002) September 26: Maudie (2016) No registration is required, but seating is on a first come, first served basis. Movie Matinees will continue weekly on Mondays at 3PM. These programs have been sponsored by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

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It’s What’s Happening For Young Adults Through the Library Over 100 Tweens and Teens Have Signed Up for the Oceans of Possibilities Tweens and Teens Summer Reading Club!

Over 100 tweens and teens have signed up for this year’s Tweens and Teens Summer Reading Club! Registration began on Monday, June 13 for the Tweens and Teens “Oceans of Possibilities” Summer Reading Club! This program is for tweens and teens entering Grades 6–12 in fall 2022 only. Tweens and teens can register online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Registrants can pick up their Summer Reading Club Bags in the Tweens and Teens Room while supplies last.bmit raffle entries for each book you read at the Library or online through our website (www. gardencitypl.org). Tweens and teens who submit one raffle entry will have a chance to win one of this year’s raffle prizes. All books must be at the appropriate reading level and be read and reviewed between June 13 and August 1. Registration is ongoing until Friday, July 29. Raffle entries must be submitted no later than Monday, August 1.

This year’s raffle prizes include: • Soft Serve Ice Cream Machine • $50 Amazon Gift Card • Seventh Street Gift Card Lunch Package worth $60 (3 $20 gift cards to Guac Shop, Burger Spot, and Pizzaria G) • Seventh Street Gift Card Dessert Package worth $60 (3 $20 gift cards to Dunkin, Starbucks, and TCBY) • Portable Bluetooth Speaker • Noise-Canceling Bluetooth Headphones • Plus a $50 Barnes and Noble gift card will be awarded to the tween or teen who reads the most books! The more books you read and the more reviews you enter, the more chances you have to win! On Wednesday, August 3, a drawing will be held during our End of Summer Tasting Party! You are automatically invited to attend once you submit your first book review! You do not have to be present to win. Plus those who register for this year's Summer Reading Club will automatically be entered into our weekly Funko Pop Grab Bag Raffle!

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

Funko Pop Grab Bag Raffle Winners: Weeks Three and Four

Congratulations to the winners of the Tweens and Teens Summer Reading Club’s weekly Funko Pop Grab Bag Raffle for Weeks Three and Four: ninth grader Emily Pelter, seventh grader Eli Pineda, sixth grader Julia Chionchio, and ninth grader Maria Sartorelli! The Tweens and Teens Department will be pulling two winners weekly, with a total of 10 winners for the summer. For your chance to win, sign-up for this year’s Tweens and Teens Summer Reading Club! Tweens and teens entering Grades 6–12 in fall 2022 can register now until July 29, 2022. Tweens and teens only have to sign up to be entered into the raffle for their chance to win a Funko Pop, including fan favorites like Pikachu, Grogu, Iron-Man, Wonder Woman, and more! Register before

the next week’s winners are pulled! Tweens and teens can register online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl. org). Congratulations again to Emily, Eli, Julia, and Maria for being the third and fourth weeks’ winners and good luck to those signed up for this year’s Tweens and Teens Summer Reading Club when we pull two more winners next week!

Tree Ornaments for Community Service: Apple Ornaments

Earn community service by painting ornaments for the Garden City Public Library’s Tweens and Teens Department’s Ornament Tree! Each volunteer will receive three ornaments and a set of paint pens to decorate their ornaments at home. Paint pens must be returned to the Library. These ornaments will be used to decorate our new ornament tree each month! For the month of August, ornaments are apples, which will be used to decorate the Tweens and Teens Ornament Tree in September. Registration begins Tuesday, August 9, at 10 a.m. online Continued on page 30

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via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl. org). Completed ornaments must be returned by August 18 to the Library. Registrants will be asked to pick up their ornaments at the Library in order to participate in this community service program. Volunteers must return three decorated ornaments and their set of paint pens in order to receive community service. Volunteers will receive two hours for every three ornaments they submit, at the discretion of the Tweens and Teens Department. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

ACT/PSAT/SAT Practice Exam with C2 Education

Take the practice ACT, PSAT or SAT exam with C2 Education on Tuesday, August 9, at 10 a.m. Registration begins Tuesday, August 2 at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Registrants should choose either the ACT, PSAT, or SAT exam to take. This program is for students who will be entering high school in fall 2022. A results session will be held on Tuesday, August 16 at 7 p.m.. Registrants will automatically be registered to attend the results session. Registrants who cannot attend the results session must arrange with C2 Education to receive their results. Teens who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program.

Book Buddies for Community Service

Tweens and teens can earn community service by hand-knitting octopuses that will be donated as Book Buddies to children at Anna House. The Book Buddies are designed to give children at Anna House a “buddy” to read aloud to, helping to encourage confidence in reading. This program will be led by a Girl Scout working on her Gold Award and will be held Monday, August 1, at 1 p.m. This program is for tweens and teens entering Grades 6–12 in fall 2022 only. Registration is required and began Tuesday, July 26, online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org).

Tweens and Teens End of Summer Tasting Party

On Wednesday, August 3, at 7 p.m., the Garden City Public Library Tweens and Teens Department will be hosting an End of Summer Tasting Party! This is a party for any tween or teen entering Grades 6–12 in fall 2022 who signed-up for the Tweens and Teens

Summer Reading Club and completed one book review by Monday, August 1. You must have read one book between June 13 and August 1 and submitted at least one book review in order to attend. A variety of flavors of everyone’s favorite foods will be served for teens to taste and vote on! The raffle prizes for the Summer Reading Club will also be drawn at the end of the party, although the winner does not have to be present to win. If you want to attend, make sure to sign-up for the Tweens and Teens Summer Reading Club by July 29, read a book this summer beginning from June 13, and then submit a book review by August 1!

Introduction to the 2022–2023 Common Application

Join Application Workshop founder Kelly Chester as she introduces rising seniors to the 2022–2023 Common Application. Kelly will help students applicants navigate each section of the Common Application in a one-hour Common Application workshop. This program will be offered twice, at the following dates and times: • Tuesday, August 2, 1:30 p.m. • Wednesday, August 3, 1:30 p.m. Registration is required and begins Tuesday, July 26, online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Patrons should only register to attend one of the two sessions. Applicants must bring their own laptop to the workshop as they will begin filling out portions of the application during the session. Time will also be devoted to discussing the personal essay and supplemental essays. This workshop is for rising seniors only. Teens who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Teen Crafternoon: Candy Sushi

Join us on Tuesday, August 2, at 4:30 p.m. for Teen Crafternoon, where we’ll be making Candy Sushi! This program is for tweens and teens entering Grades 6–12 in fall 2022 only. Registration is required and began Tuesday, July 26, online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Teens who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library. Continued on page 32

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Middle School Q&A

Incoming sixth graders can ask questions about middle school to tween and teen volunteers who are currently in middle school, or recently experienced middle school, during our Middle School Q&A on Thursday, August 4, at 11:30 a.m. Participants must be entering Grade 6 in fall 2022, but tweens and teens entering Grades 7–12 in fall 2022 can volunteer to talk about their experiences in middle school to tweens entering Grade 6 in fall 2022. While the Q&A program runs from 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m., volunteers will be asked to arrive at 11:15 a.m. to review the program before it begins. Registration began Tuesday, July 26, online via Eventkeeper (www. gardencitypl.org) to participate as an incoming sixth grader or as a volunteer. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

High School Q&A

Incoming ninth graders can ask questions about high school to teen volunteers who are currently in high school during our High School Q&A on Thursday, August 4 at 1 p.m.. Participants must be entering Grade 9 in fall 2022, but teens entering Grades 10–12 in fall 2022 can volunteer to talk about their experiences in high school to teens entering Grade 9 in fall 2022. While the Q&A program runs from 1 p.m.–2 p.m., volunteers will be asked to arrive at 12:45 p.m. to review the program before it begins. Registration began Tuesday, July 26. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) to participate as an incoming ninth grader or as a volunteer. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Tweens and Teens Magic: The Gathering

We will be hosting three sessions of Magic: The Gathering during the sum-

mer. Join us as we play Magic: The Gathering and learn how to play the famous trading card game! Beginners are welcome! Players can use decks at the Library, donated from MagiKids, or bring their own deck. This program is for tweens and teens entering Grades 6–12 in fall 2022 only. The program will be held on Thursday, August 4 at 4 p.m. Registration is required and began Tuesday, July 26, online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Teens who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Bookmarks for Community Service

Earn community service by creating bookmarks for Garden City Public Library patrons! Each volunteer will receive 10 bookmarks to color, decorate, and write positive or library/ book themed messages. These bookmarks will be placed in books throughout the Library in order to brighten the day of the patrons who check them out. Bookmarks will be placed in books in all three departments, including Children’s, Tweens and Teens, and Adult Reference. To participate, please register online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. There is one remaining week left to register: • Registration Week Six: Monday, August 1, at 10 a.m. to Friday, August 5 at 4 p.m. Bookmarks should be returned no later than Wednesday, August 31. Registrants will be asked to pick up their bookmarks at the Library in order to participate in this community service program. Volunteers must return 10 completed bookmarks in order to receive community service. Volunteers will receive 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.

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

The Tweens and Teens Department is looking for tweens and teens in Grades 6–12 to volunteer to provide feedback on recently published Young Adult books as part of our Tweens and Teens Best Books 2022 Committee! Eligible books are those published between November 1, 2021 and December 6, 2022 and aimed at tweens and teens in Grades 6–12. Volunteers will be asked to read books on the Tweens and Teens Department’s monthly reading lists beginning this month and then write a 300-word review. Volunteers can also nominate a book not on our lists as long as it’s published between November 1, 2021 and December 6, 2022 and the Library owns a physical copy in the Young Adult collection. Volunteers will earn community service credit for both reading and writing reviews on new books in the Library’s Young Adult Collection. The feedback used throughout the year will help the Young Adult Librarians compile the Best Books list for the year in December 2022. There are no requirements on how many books a volunteer must read and volunteers can read however many new books they are able to throughout the year. Volunteers can get credit for books they do not finish, as long as they provide 300-word feedback as to why they chose not to finish the book. The committee may meet throughout the year if there is interest, but volunteers are not required to attend meetings and can still participate by reading and providing feedback on recent Young Adult books. If interested, please sign-up to join the committee by visiting Garden City Public Library’s website at https:// www.gardencitypl.org/tweens-

teens-best-books-2022-committee/ or for more information, please contact the Young Adult Department at https://www.gardencitypl.org/ young-adult-department/contact-theyoung-adult-tweens-teens-department/.

Follow Tweens and Teens on Facebook and Instagram

Follow Garden City Library’s Tweens and Teens on Facebook and Instagram! The Young Adult Department uses both social media platforms as a tool to post updates and announcements about upcoming library programs and community service opportunities. Here are the Facebook and Instagram pages for the Garden City Public Library Tweens and Teens Department: Facebook: www.facebook.com/ GCPLTweensTeens Instagram: www.instagram.com/ GCPLTweensTeens If you’re interested in participating and want to learn when events will be happening for tweens and teens (Grades 6–12), or if you have any questions, email Young Adult Librarian Laura Giunta at https://www.gardencitypl.org/young-adult-department/ contact-the-young-adult-tweens-teensdepartment/ .

Teen Advisory Board Applications Now Available Online

If you are interested in helping to come up with programming ideas or social media outreach ideas for tweens and teens in Grades 6–12, consider joining the Teen Advisory Board. Online applications are available at https://www.gardencitypl. org/teen-advisory-board-application/ Applicants should be in Grades 6–12. Email Young Adult Librarian Laura Giunta at https://www.gardencitypl. org/young-adult-department/contactthe-young-adult-tweens-teens-department/ if you have any questions.

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and their ability to safely turn into the parking lot….It’s always a perilous radius for turning into that LIRR parking lot because you have a limited field of vision with the two walls in front of you – no other parking lot in town has this kind of visual obstruction,” Kelly said. He said a driver would not know if they were turning into the lot, and behind the brick walls there were any pedestrians, children on bicycles, or anything else in their way. Kelly noted that at the Nassau Boulevard station, there used to be large clay pots atop the brick wall too. His suggestion is removal of the walls altogether and putting in very nice flowers. Kelly asserts the removal of the brick walls would give drivers a full field of vision to see the parking lot as they turn into it. Trustee Bruce Torino said he visited the Nassau Boulevard station site to prepare for the July 21 meeting, and he wanted to see the conditions for parking lot use. He asked Police Commissioner Kenneth Jackson to make a determi-

nation on the safety at the station and parking lot as Kelly made important points on it. “The Commissioner can come back to the board with his determination – whether it is safe or if, in his opinion, if modifications should be made. I do not know enough about it to form an opinion now but I would appreciate additional information for the board. We’d then be apprised of what the conditions actually are,” Torino said. The cost for brick wall reconstruction at over $153,600 was a key factor to board members. Mayor Cosmo Veneziale said he was considering that the original brickwork of the station parking lot has historic significance. Trustee Kelly noted that more information was needed, and Trustee Chester added that practicality for the station’s use and neighborhood safety should be a top priority. “I don’t know the significance of the brick walls, not being an architect or an historian, but I think some heavy shrubbery and so forth might be a better idea, and much less expensive,” Chester said.

Garden City Schools to begin pre-K program From page 1 Children must attend all five days, as there is no part-time option for this program. Families are responsible for their own transportation — buses will not be available for this program. If there are more than 40 families interested, a lottery will be held to determine the 40 students who can participate in the program. Students’ names that are pulled after the first 40 will be put on a waiting list in the order their number was drawn. All applications received by Aug. 5, 2022, will be included in the lottery, and selected randomly. The lottery will take place on Aug. 9, 2022. To apply, please visit the district’s website at www.gardencity.k12.ny.us,

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In cooperation with Steve Dassa Entertainment, the Garden City Recreation Department is pleased to announce a stellar schedule of Summer Concerts! All shows are performed at the Gazebo on Village Green, located at the corner of Stewart and Hilton Avenues. Shows begin promptly at 7:15 p.m. In the event of rain, shows will be moved indoors to Cluett Hall, on the grounds of Historic Saint Paul’s School, 295 Stewart Avenue. Due to the limited seating at Cluett Hall, proof of residency in the Inc. Village will be required for admission to the show. Here is the schedule of concerts: • August 4 – 1910 Fruitegum Co. – “Simon Says”, “1,2,3 Red Light” and more great 60s tunes. • August 11 – Southbound – Long Island’s Classic Country band. • August 18 – Manhattan

For additional information about these shows, please call Garden City Recreation and Parks at (516) 465-4075.

New Bingo Date!

Erin Fleischmann of Douglas Elliman Real Estate will again visit the Senior Center on Wednesday, August 10, at 11:15 a.m. to play Bingo! Erin will bring prizes from local businesses as well as fun! Pre-registration is necessary by calling Felicia at 385-8006. Space is limited. Come in and enjoy the games!

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

“Open Studio” for Seniors on Tuesdays Recreation and Parks has set some

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

Senior Exercise with Felicia

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

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The A.T. Stewart Exchange Consignment Shop BY MELISSA JAEGER Many of us, at some point in our childhood, had a favorite stuffed animal that we slept with. Did you ever wonder who created stuffed animals? Did you know that they weren’t always used as toys? Historical records point to the ancient Egyptians as the first ones who depicted and utilized stuffed animals as part of their special worship ceremonies. In Roman times, children played with wood carvings of animals. But because they were expensive, only children of wealthy families could afford to buy them. Poorer families made ragdolls from straw and bits of leftover fabric. Stuffed animals didn’t become popularized until the 1880s when a felt elephant was originally sold as a pincushion. This pincushion was created by the German Steiff company. In 1892, the Ithaca Kitty ( aka “The Tabby Cat”) became one of the first mass-produced stuffed animal toys in the U.S., made out of muslin fabric. The plush, soft and fuzzy stuffed animal that we come to think of did not come about until the early 20th century with the introduction of a soft stuffed bear made of plush furlike material designed by Steiff.

However, it was Morris Michtom who, inspired by a drawing of President “Teddy” Roosevelt with a bear cub, created the first teddy bear that we know and love even today. During the Great Depression, when money was tight and supplies were limited, people also continued to make their own stuffed toys. One of the more memorable toys was the sock monkey, fashioned out of old socks. At the Exchange, we have a number of plush animals. Check out the adorable plush animals, made by Bearington Bear. Ask about Roy Rooster, Pig E Sue, Hunter Fox, and, one of our most popular with young girls, Peace Dog. My favorite is probably Powderpuff, as it is just so soft and cuddly. These make wonderful new baby gifts, or birthday and holiday gifts for young children. Our summer hours? Our Wednesday late night shopping hours will be suspended after the Wine Tasting and will resume in September. Also, for the month of August only, we will be closed on Saturdays (Aug. 6th, 13th, 20st, and 27th). By overwhelming demand, we remain open on Mondays!! And, for those of you who work, we continue

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The A.T. Stewart Exchange Consignment Shop has many stuffed friends waiting for their forever homes. to stay open late on Wednesdays until 6:00 p.m., through the end of July. It’s a great chance to shop in peace and quiet. We get newly consigned merchandise almost every day! And we sell new merchandise – especially gift items – bought through the NY Gift Show. Therefore, I prefer to think of our shop as a Gift and Resale Shop. If you can’t make it in right away, please shop online at www. atstewartexchange.org and pick up your purchases at the Exchange. We also post photos on the AT Stewart Exchange Facebook and Instagram pages. Unfamiliar with the Exchange Consignment Shop? We are housed in The Garden City Historical Society (TGCHS) Museum on 109 Eleventh Street (in the basement of the building). All the proceeds from the Shop sales directly benefit TGCHS. In addition to our best sellers – jewelry (costume and fine), lamps, mirrors, and crystal (Waterford, Baccarat, Tiffany) -- we take/accept silver, pocketbooks, china, furniture, artwork, and collectibles. All items are in new or nearly new condition.

We accept consignments Wednesday through Friday, 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. by appointment ONLY. This is done to safeguard customers, consignors and volunteers. Having appointments helps to keep down the numbers of people in the Shop and reduces wait-times to consign. Please call (516) 746-8900 to set up an appointment. Unsure if your items are appropriate to consign? Email photos to store@ atstewartexchange. org and be sure to include sizing info. You will generally receive a response the same day. Remember: all the profits from the Consignment Shop support the maintenance and upkeep of TGCHS Museum. Thanks to your generous support, work on the outside of the Museum continues. The shop is located at 109 Eleventh Street. Shop Hours: Mon–Fri: 10–4 p.m., Wed: 10–6 p.m., Sat: Noon–4 p.m. For more information, please call (516) 746-8900.

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Bruges, A Sleeping Beauty Awakened BY KAREN RUBIN TRAVEL FEATURES SYNDICATE GOINGPLACESFARANDNEAR.COM I’ve come to Bruges for an eightday BoatBikeTours trip from here to Amsterdam and smartly (actually following the operator’s advice) have come a day early to have time to explore this UNESCO World Heritage city, known as the “Pearl of Flanders.” So I wake in the Flanders Hotel, nestled within the historic district, enjoy a marvelous breakfast in their lovely breakfast room overlooking a garden with a koi pond, and have time to wander, immersing myself in the extraordinary beauty and peacefulness of this place, before getting myself to the ship, the Princesse Royal, that will be my floating hotel to Amsterdam. I come upon a street market just across from one of the city’s prominent art museums, Groeninge Museum, near the Church of Our Lady, with an extensive collection of Flemish primitive, 18th and 19th century and modern art. In my wanderings, I take note of some of the city’s museums and attractions: Historium Bruges, Gruuthusemuseum, Chocolate Story, Bruges Beer Experience (this is extremely popular and I can’t resist going inside), and Old St. John’s (Memling Museum). The hotel has given me a late checkout, so I time my wanderings to return to collect myself and get myself to the ship. I am greeted by our tour leaders, Corrie Stein and Arnold Thurkow, and shown to my cabin – a pleasant single cabin with its own bathroom (!!). We are fitted for our bikes and get to take a bit of a spin that takes us to visit Bruges’ historic windmills, located on top of what would have

Bruges exemplifies the biking culture – and infrastructure - that will take us on BoatBikeTours’ eight-day ride from here to Amsterdam © Karen Rubin/ goingplacesfarandnear.com been the city’s ramparts, along the canalside bike path from our ship . These four, between the Dampoort and Kruispoort, are what’s left of some 23 windmills that once would have been here, principally to grind grain, and were part of the town walls since the end of 13th century. Sint-Janshuismill, the oldest mill, built in 1770, is the only mill still standing on its original position and is the only one with a museum inside that is open for public. The wooden mill is still grinding flour. We have a bike safety talk and orientation about our week-long bike trip – there is surprisingly a lot to learn about the various traffic signs and rules just for cyclists, a sign of how prevalent biking is, we will even have our own trails, paths, roads and traffic signals. (Arnold, after explaining right-of-way at the yield signs, adds, “always yield, always give way.”).

After a delightful dinner that sets the tone for the rest of our cruise, Corrie and Arnold take us for a walking tour of Bruges and I get more insights into what I had been seeing on my own walks. Corrie (as we discover throughout our bike trip, since these narrated excursions of interesting places are the routine everywhere we stop at something of interest) is a fabulous storyteller, able to impart insights and call your attention to things that would otherwise escape notice. Interesting in the scheme of world history, Bruges, she says, was a leading trading center in the 14th century because of its canals that linked the city to the sea which was the source of its wealth and prosperity and international merchants built it into one of the largest Hanse cities. But Bruges was displaced by technology and events by Ghent’s rise as a

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trading center in the 15th, Antwerp in the 16th century and Amsterdam in the 17th century. Corrie calls Bruges a “Sleeping Beauty” with exquisitely beautiful buildings but, as it lost its economic base, inhabitants got poorer and poorer. Ironically, the result was that Bruges’ medieval heritage remained practically intact as the city was ignored by development. But a 19th century novel, “Bruges la Morte,” by the Belgian author Georges Rodenbach, was like the kiss that awakened the Sleeping Beauty. First published in 1892, it was the first work of fiction to be illustrated with photographs, and the photos spurred interest in tourists to see the city as it was in its Golden Century, with its canals, cobbled streets and medieval buildings. UNESCO designated the entire city center as a World Heritage site. Today, some 2 million visit Bruges, providing the economic base to sustain its heritage and exquisite architecture. Our ship, the Princesse Royal, is docked just across from Minnewater Park. We walk across an intriguing, modern red bridge into the park, one of the most romantic sites in this romantic city (you can see why Bruges attracts so many couples). Legend has it that Minnewater, the Lake of Love, is where water nymphs (“minnen” in Dutch) lived, giving the lake its name. Add to that a tragic love story, trees with mysterious shapes and an abundance of greenery and you get a place overflowing with romance. We see swans (so picturesque!) and learn that they are not only legendary in Bruges, but an obligation. Corrie relates that at the end of the Continued on next page

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Bruges, A Sleeping Beauty Awakened Continued from previous page 15th century, the oppressed people of Bruges revolted against the unpopular Emperor Maximilian of Austria, capturing him and imprisoning him in the Craenenburg House on the Market Square, together with his equally unpopular chief of police, Pieter Lanckhals, who was executed. After four months, the Emperor was freed by his army. The people tried to placate him, reminding him that their revolt was because the Emperor’s wife had made promises she failed to keep. Maybe that worked, because his “revenge” on the town seems fairly tame: he decreed that ‘until the end of time’ the city would be required at its own expense to keep swans on all its lakes and canals. Why swans? Because swans have long necks, and the Dutch for “long neck” is “lange hals,” or “lanckhals”. We go to a walled complex that Corrie says was built by Countess Mary of Constantinople to shelter widowed ladies, who engaged in spinning and weaving. “She took care of the ill and the poor. They wanted the sheltered life to be safe.” In 1927, the complex was taken over by Benedictine nuns. We stop in front of Bruges’ most famous brewery, Brewery of Halve Moon, which has operated since since 1856. Bruges has been brewing beer since the Mid Ages – it was important because water was not safe, so everyone,

even kids, drank beer at every meal, our guide Arnold Thurkow relates. (One of Bruges most popular attractions is the Beer Experience.) Corrie points out what would have been a hospital in the Middle Ages and where there is an entrance from the canal. “They knew different herbs, knew some diseases were contagious, so had a separate entrance for those people.” We stop outside the Notre-Dame de Bruges, with a 115.5 meter-high church tower (the second tallest in the world, we are told). It is notable for having the only statue by Michelangelo outside Italy. Corrie tells us the statue was of a naked child, so it wasn’t acceptable to display in Italy so a Bruges merchant bought it and brought it here. The church has many art treasures, paintings, 13th and 14th century painted crypts and 15th and 16th century tombs of Mary of Burgundy and Charles the Bold. We come to The Burg, the seat of power in the city: the 14th century Stadhuis, the Gothic Town Hall, two palaces of justice, the original gate to the city bordering a majestic square. In a corner of the Burg square, too, is the Basilica of the Holy Blood. The chapel is behind a richly decorated facade which is actually a 16th century staircase connecting the Romanesque SaintBasilius chapel on the ground floor with the neo-Gothic Holy Blood chapel on the upper floor. It seems to me this chapel

has singularly put Bruges on the map. Originally built in the 12th century as the chapel of the residence of the Count of Flanders, the church is famous because it houses a venerated relic of the Holy Blood allegedly collected by Joseph of Arimathea and brought from the Holy Land by Thierry of Alsace, Count of Flanders. The relic – a venerated phial said to contain a cloth with the blood of Jesus Christ - is kept in a silver tabernacle with a sculpture of the Lamb of God in the large side chapel of the upper church. The relic is shown to the public every Friday and also every day from May 3-17. Outside the chapel is the Holy Blood museum, which contains the shrine for the Holy Blood and other treasures belonging to the chapel. (You can visit the first floor chapel for free, but there is a fee to go to the upper floor. https://visit-bruges.be/see/churches/ basilica-holy-blood) I see the banners that herald a Bruges tradition that dates back to 1304 – the relic of the Holy Blood carried around the city in the Holy Blood Procession on Ascension Day. This folk tradition involves everyone in the city and was recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2009. The 13th-century Belfort (belfry) with a 47-bell carillon and 83m high tower dominates The Markt Square, which is called the “beating heart of

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Bruges.” You can buy a ticket to climb it for panoramic views. There is the magnificent Bruges City Hall building, the Historium Bruges (fictional characters tell a story of medieval Bruges). The architecture all around the square is breathtaking – there is the imposing Provincial Court and colorful buildings with stepped gables. The scene is all the more picturesque for the many horsedrawn carriages. There is so much to see and enjoy, Bruges really warrants a longer stay: What seems to be the most popular, must-see is the “Bruges Beer Experience” just around the corner from the Belfort; chocolate museum (Choco-Story). Also: torture museum; Diamond Museum, Lace Centre, archeology museum, Our Lady of the Pottery (historic Gothic church with baroque decor, a famous statue and a hospital now serving as a museum). (Must come back.) I am sad to leave Bruges, but excited to start our bike journey. Tomorrow we will bike to Ghent. Visit Bruges, Postbus 744, B-8000 Brugge, tel. +32 50 44 46 46, visitbruges@ brugge.be, https://www.visitbruges.be/. Boat Bike Tours, info@boatbiketours.com, www.boatbiketours.com. ________________________________ © 2022 Travel Features Syndicate, a division of Workstyles, Inc. All rights reserved. Visit goingplacesfarandnear. com

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Great ways to celebrate birthdays BY CLAIRE LYNCH Birthday parties with close friends and family are fun and yet when the last candle has been blown out and the party hats have been put away, I often look back retrospectively at birthday years gone by. Maybe I’m typical and maybe I’m not, but for a long time now I’ve taken stock of what has been and what is yet to come. Some people say, “You are as old as you feel” and I always smile, thinking that statement is debatable. As a youngster my dad would often remind me that once my summertime birthday came along, the start of a new school year wasn’t far away. I would laugh and protest, not wanting to hear that news. I wanted to continue on with my summer days of frolicking and sleeping late - not wanting them to come to an end - but he was right. In just a few weeks Labor Day would be rolling around and the next day the school doors would be thrust open wide for us students to enter. On my 16th birthday I played in a few beach volleyball games and was as pleased as could be that I happened to be on the winning team each time. At night my family celebrated with several of my friends and at sundown everyone serenaded me with the famous birthday song. A good time was had by all and when I put my head down on the pillow that night I dreamed of many more celebrations to come. In my early teens I looked forward to taking a driver’s ed class in my high school and eventually taking my driver’s test. I couldn’t wait to get my driver’s license but knew that meeting the requirements was key. Passing the written and road tests was critical but at 17 I smiled and held my brand-new driver’s license in my hand. Showing it to my younger sister, Susan, I kept smiling thinking of all the places we could go. By my college years I’d switched from listening to Leon Russell and Neil Young and preferred the melodies of Cat Stevens while living at a dormitory

in Fairfield University in Connecticut then back at Hofstra University at my parents’ home in Rockville Centre. I was a “commuter” at Hofstra - driving from my parents’ house to school, to my part-time job then back home to crack the books and write endless papers. When school was out for the summer my birthday celebrations were cool, relaxed pool parties. Meeting all of the requirements during my college years was a whirlwind but upon graduating I got a fulltime job not in glitzy Manhattan where I had hoped but at a non-profit hospital on Long Island. It was a job in my field of study and I was happy to have it. Working as part of a team of employees doing marketing and coming up with new ways to publicize new programs and services, I spent birthdays surrounded by co-workers, making birthday wishes and wondering what future birthday celebrations would bring. In my 30s I did work in New York City, first at the Brooklyn Union Gas Company on Montague Street then several years later at other large corporations. They were dreams come true because now I was working in even larger, more elaborate groups of employees and we all came together as a great team. On my birthday several of us would have fancy parties at lunch or dinner. Discovering that my co-worker, Louie, had his birthday in the same week I had mine, several of us walked over to Carmine’s Midtown Restaurant to celebrate. Family-style dishes were shared, compared and savored. My 40s brought a new awareness of the passage of time. Still, I always looked ahead, not back so much, about where international travels would take me and where career pursuits would lead. Friends and relatives gave felicitations or birthday wishes on my big day but my idea of a real birthday celebration is lunch or dinner out in the Big Apple. Delmonico’s Restaurant in lower Manhattan, Keens Steakhouse aka “The Chophouse” in the Theatre

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District and Peter Luger Steak House in Williamsburg, Brooklyn - just to name a few - are all on my birthday list of favorite places to go for celebratory meals. On my 50th birthday I got “over the hill” presents, cards and messages. My friends and relatives were pretty blunt in conveying their thoughts about the new decade that I had unceremoniously arrived in by handing me plates of black cupcakes and bouquets of black balloons but I laughed them off because I know that it’s all in jest plus I winked and nodded, saying that I still had plenty of places to go and see - and maybe they would come along with me. Sure enough some dreams came true - my sister, friend Joyce and I flew to St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands for a 10-day vacation. The snorkeling and kayaking were fun. In my early 60s I continued to work at a job I enjoyed and then, choosing a career change, I submitted my retirement papers on my birthday, had a great retirement party as the important day grew closer and shifted gears. Birthday balloons, party hats and horns, banners and signs aren’t just for the little tykes, they’re for all of us kids

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at heart. My nephew the fire fighter jokingly reminds me that the older I get the more candles stand atop of my birthday cake - that it’s “really ablaze” and he definitely gets a kick out of that as he looks around the room, locating a trusty fire extinguisher, so I laugh back knowing that a birthday is a big thing to celebrate and a party, is a time to toast not just the passage of time and memories of birthdays past but to embrace that which is yet to come.

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Nothing That Special About Age 70 would have to live 150 months, or about 12 years, beyond age 70 (in other words, until age 82) before you start coming out on the losing end of the Social Security stick. So, you’ve got 7 years yet before you need to go into a deep funk about having made the wrong Social Security choice. But to add to my earlier advice: if you’re still alive at 82, have a drink, jump for

joy (if you still can) and forget about that funk. In other words, “Don’t worry, be happy!” If you have a Social Security question, Tom Margenau has a book with all the answers. It’s called “Social Security: Simple and Smart.” You can find the book at www.creators.com/books, or look for it on Amazon or other book outlets. COPYRIGHT 2022 CREATORS.COM

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I wrote a recent column in which I pointed out that waiting until 70 to start your Social Security, which is the mantra of almost everyone who is trying to “maximize” their retirement benefit, is not always the smartest move. But still many people insist on waiting until that alleged magic age to draw their first Social Security check. Today’s questions come from these folks. Q: I have been planning to wait until 70 to start my Social Security. I will be 70 on Sept. 7, 2022. I want to make sure I get the absolute maximum Social Security benefit. I’m afraid that if I indicate September as my starting month, they will think I mean the August check that comes in September. And then because I will still be 69 in August, I will get the age 69 benefit rate instead of the age 70 rate that I’ve waited so long to get. Please help me. A: If you want your benefits to start at age 70, then you will indicate September (the month you turn 70) as your starting month for Social Security benefits. It’s as simple as that. But if through some kind of fluke, they accidentally use August as your starting month -- well, it’s really no big deal and nothing to lose any sleep over. In that case, you would not get the age 69 benefit rate. You would get the benefit rate payable to people who started their Social Security at age 69 and 11 months. And that would be two-thirds of 1% less than your age 70 benefit rate. So, your ongoing benefit rate would be a couple dollars less than it would have been had you started your benefits at age 70. But on the other hand, you would end up with one extra Social Security check. In other words, for probably the next dozen years or so, you’d be ahead if your benefits accidentally started at age 69 and 11 months. Q: My wife and I are both turning 67. Everything we hear and read about Social Security tells us that we should wait until 70 to start our Social Security. But we really don’t know what to do. We are so torn! We do have about $4 million in various investment funds, but we still want to make sure we get the biggest return on our Social Security investment. So, what should we do? A: As I always point out in this column, I am not a financial planner. I’m just an old, retired Social Security guy. So, all I can really do is explain Social Security rules to you. And the best way I can do that is by having you read the chapter about when to take your benefits in my little Social Security guidebook called “Social Security: Simple and Smart” that you can get at Amazon and other booksellers. But having said that, I will make this

observation: If I had $4 million available to me, I wouldn’t be losing sleep over my Social Security decision. It’s not like you are between a rock and a hard place when it comes to Social Security. You are between a pillow and a soft place. It sounds like you are going to be just fine no matter when you choose to start your benefits. To repeat, that advice is coming from a guy who is not a financial planner. But if you want some financial planning insight, see the answer to the next question. Q: Half my colleagues tell me I should wait until 70 to start my benefits. The other half tell me to take benefits now. (I’m 67.) I just don’t know what to do. A: I hear from financial planners all the time about this issue. And I can tell you that for every one who writes to tell me that I should always advise my readers to wait until age 70 to file for benefits, another financial adviser tells me that there is more and more research that shows the best course of action is to take benefits at full retirement age. So, there really is no clear consensus on this topic. But let me also add this. I hear from people all the time (usually widows) who tell me that their husband insisted on waiting until 70 to file for benefits. And then he died not too long after age 70, meaning that waiting that long was probably a mistake. On the other hand, I also hear from people now in their 90s who took benefits at age 62 who tell me they wish they had waited until a later age to start their Social Security. So, the bottom line is this: no one ever really knows. Obviously, each person just needs to look at a variety of issues when making that decision -- things like health status, life expectancy, other income, taxes, potential benefits to widow(er)s, etc. Q: I took my benefits at 66. I am now 75. I’m worried now that I made a big mistake by not waiting until age 70 to file. How do I figure out when I come out on the losing end of the Social Security stick? A: First of all, why in the world are you worrying about this? If I were you, I’d be jumping up and down with joy, shouting, “Hey, I’m 75 years old and still kicking and I’ve been getting my full Social Security benefits for 9 years now. What a lucky guy I am!” But still, if you’re going to fret about this, here’s how you can do the math. First of all, figure out how much you received in Social Security benefits between age 66 and 70. Let’s say that was $2,500 per month for 48 months, or $120,000. Then figure out what your age 70 benefit would have been. It should be about 132% of your age 66 rate, or $3,300. The difference between your age 70 rate and your age 66 rate is $800. Then divide $120,000 by $800 and you get 150. So, you

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Is market reacting to recession fears, or just repeating history BY PHILIP A. RAICES After all these years in the real estate business, I have come to many conclusions, one being that “buyers are sometimes liars, sellers are some times yellers and lawyers are also sometimes destroyers.” Buyers, sellers and lawyers, please don’t be offended (as I heard this some 35+ years ago and had my doubts about its truth) by this real estate slogan, as it isn’t meant to insult anyone. It is to bring up a very valid and pertinent point in this column, that people change their minds and say one thing and then do another. When I am starting to converse with a client on the phone and listen to their specific “needs and wants” I have them paint me a picture of what are their realistic plans and goals. I begin asking probing questions to fine tune as best as possible what they are trying to accomplish whether, selling, investing, purchasing, or even renting or leasing any type of residential and commercial property. There are obviously major differences between a seller, investor, a first time purchaser, move up buyer, downsizer, a renter, divorce situation (I have a free book I just put out for those contemplating divorce) whether considering a home, HOA, Condo or co-op. Designing a specific search for each client only materializes once enough information is ascertained during the dialogue and conversation phase so I will become more efficient with the least amount of wasted time for both parties. However, people constantly change their minds due to personal reasons, changes in finances, or eventually what they finally purchase. What they don’t want initially sometimes is what they purchase. A homeowner needs to become a bit more realistic in pricing their home for sale today as the long lines at open houses are far a few between and multiple offers and bidding wars have slowed. Double digit price increases have decelerated as demand and sales have decreased, although inventory is still historically low. However, prices have increased 60% for a median priced home on Long Island from $350,000 in 2012 to $560,000 in 2021. However, interest rates have now doubled in the last 8 months, while inflation is still running rampant. All the monumental and excessive printing of money during the Pandemic, have disrupted the normal cycles of real estate leading to increased prices that probably wouldn’t have; also fueling

the stock market, supply chain disruptions, the exiting of people and families from the large populated cities out to the suburbs for more space and safety. The excessive demand in the purchasing of homes has raised prices to unfathomable levels and has been the number one factor in fueling our untenable inflation. So far, the previous rate increases have not yet controlled our inflation, so another increase of ¾% by our Fed Chair, Jerome Powell will be forthcoming by the end of July and more will occur throughout 2022. I firmly believe that no one really knows or has the answers or concrete solutions in curbing our incessant inflation; but raising rates seems to be the typical path, as history has shown us, that Fed Chairs use, to slow things down. However, too many increases could put us in a worse recession than we are already in as the last 2 quarters has shown that GDP (Gross Domestic Product was slightly negative). Whether we have a more serious recession or a softer landing will be determined going forward. A depression, simply stated is a much more severe recession and contraction in GDP. During the Great Depression of 1929-1933, real output declined 30% and unemployment rose from 3-25%. We are currently not even close to those figures. When Paul A. Volcker, was the Fed Chair in 1979, he was instrumental in making interest rates rise to 18.45% in 1981, to curtail higher than normal inflation of nearly 12%. This was caused by rising oil prices, government overspending and rising wages. (Sounds very familiar, eh?). As history has shown us, the end result was it caused housing price increases to soften at that time, and in the long run creating a stronger and more stable economy. Back then, Paul Volcker created a “tough love” scenario for our economy and it was a success. At that time, for some it was a great time to buy if you had cash; even if you were qualified to finance with those high rates (prices were 5-10 times less than today), many sat on the fence although some still took the plunge and bought homes when prices weren’t escalating as fast; and then refinanced years later as rates came down to more normal levels.

But what will these increased rates do to our housing and the cost of government debt today? The end result doesn’t look very positive for those locations that are currently overvalued where inventory has increased 2-3 times year over year. The insane prices also was caused by those who went through FOMO (fear of missing out), wild bidding wars, historic low rates and housing inventory that pushed prices way beyond the current inflation. However, due to the still severe lack of inventory, decreases in prices will be more moderate in those locations where prices haven’t increase by excessive amounts. Most have equity in their homes and foreclosures are not like they were in 2008 due to stricter lending rules via the Dodd-Frank Law and eliminating no doc loans. The cost of government debt will be a separate issue that everyone will have to address. What methods will they use to pay for the increases? As it stands today, interest on public and intergovernmental debt of 29 trillion will increase conservatively by 128 billion a year or more as interest rates increase as per Allan Sloan, Journalist at the Washington Post and his research at Treasury.Gov, fiscal data. I firmly believe higher income taxes will be coming (but for whom?) and the phasing out and revising of the Roth Ira for the wealthy w/10 million in savings as a starting point. There will be a lot of pain over the next several years before any stabilization of our economy and lower inflation will be realized. The party is over! Some smart sellers who don’t need all the proceeds from the sale should consider providing a short or intermediate mortgage for buyers. I formulated a mortgage plan for the buyer on a sale that we concluded this month. I suggested this to the seller, (who happens to be my sister-in-law). We provided a 5.5% interest rate with a 25% total down payment for a period of 5 years. Because this was an investment property, this enabled the purchaser to do the deal, the seller would pay only capital gains on the incremental amounts of profit received per year, stretching out her capital gains over a extended period of time, while still being in control as the lien holder on the house. It was a win/win situation

for everyone. However, if it is your primary residence, you will first have to determine whether there would be a capital gain and if not, still determine what you could earn in this volatile investment environment with somewhat certainty as opposed to providing a mortgage to a buyer. Talking with your CPA and financial planner will be a prudent way to determine which path to pursue that will be more financially beneficial with the least amount of risk. Continue to Donate to the Ukrainian Crisis and save lives: https://usaforiom.org/iomsukraine-response/ Philip A. Raices is the owner/Broker of Turn Key Real Estate at 3 Grace Ave Suite 180 in Great Neck. He has 40 years experience in the Real Estate industry and has earned designations as a Graduate of the Realtor Institute (G.R.I.) and also as a Certified International Property Specialist (C.I.P.S.) and the new Green Certification from the National Association of Realtors. He will provide you with “free” regular updates of sold and new homes in your town via the Multiple Listing Service of Long Island (MLSLI) or go to http:// WWW.Li-RealEstate.Com and you can “do it yourself (DYI) and search on your own. For a “FREE” `15 minute consultation, as well as well as a “FREE printout or digital value analysis of what your home might sell for in today’s market without any obligation or “strings” attached. He can also provide a copy of “Unlocking the Secrets of Real Estate’s New Market Reality, and our Seller’s and Buyer’s Guides for “Things to Consider when Selling, investing or Purchasing your Home. You can email or snail mail (regular mail) him with your request or ideas, suggestions or interview you for a specific topic and a Q & A for a future column with your name, email and cell number. He will email or call you back and respond to your request ASAP as long as he has your complete name, cell, email and/or full home or business address. Again, for a “FREE” 15 minute consultation, he can also be reached by cell: (516) 647-4289 or by email: Phil@ TurnKeyRealEstate.Com to answer any of your questions and concerns in selling, investing, purchasing, or leasing residential or commercial property.

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A Stellar Chinese Valentine’s Day BY DENNIS MAMMANA Week of July 31--August 6, 2022 There’s a wonderful ancient Chinese story that tells of two lovers -- Niulang, a poor, orphaned cowherd and Zhinu, a young, beautiful weaving maiden and the seventh daughter of the Emperor of Heaven -- who once were separated and banished to the skies. The young maiden settled at the star Vega and the cowherd at the star Altair, forever separated by the Silver River (the Milky Way). When the magpies heard this sad tale, they decided to gather to form a bridge across the river, marked by what we know as the constellation of Cygnus, so the two lovers could reunite for one day each summer. That day -- the seventh day of the seventh lunar month of the Chinese calendar -- is celebrated as the Qixi Festival, also known as Chinese Valentine’s Day, and this year it occurs on Thursday, Aug. 4. The star Vega, also known to the Chinese as the Weaving Maid Star, shines brightly nearly overhead just after dark this week, while Altair, known as the Cowherd Star in China, lies below and to its south. Regular readers of this column may recognize these stars, along with Deneb, as those that form the famous Summer Triangle, visible in our skies every year at this time. The brightest of this stellar trio -- and highest in the sky -- is Vega, the most

prominent star in the tiny constellation of Lyra, the harp. This brilliant white star has a diameter and mass more than twice that of our sun and produces about 40 times more power than our star. As a result, astronomers believe that Vega will likely exhaust its fuel in only onetenth the time, making its expected life span only about one billion years. The southeasternmost of the three stars is Altair, the brightest in the constellation of Aquila, the eagle. Its name comes from the Arabic Al Nasr al Tair, meaning in English “the flying eagle.” One of the nearest stars to us, Altair lies about 100 trillion miles (17 light years)

from us. In other words, its light has been traveling through space for roughly 17 years, and the photons of light that strike our eyes tonight have been traveling in our direction since 2005. Finally, farthest to the north lies Deneb, located in the tail of the great celestial swan Cygnus. Deneb lies some 15,000 trillion miles (about 2,600 light years) from us -- so far that we see it as it appeared in the fifth century B.C. The light that leaves the star tonight won’t arrive here until the 47th century. Deneb is not only the brightest star in Cygnus, but also one of the most luminous in our entire galaxy. It shines

with a luminosity equivalent to about 196,000 suns. Just imagine... this stellar powerhouse generates more light in just one day than our sun has since the days of Marco Polo at the end of the 13th century! Of course, you can see the Summer Triangle on any night during the summer. I hope you’ll head out on Aug. 4 to greet these stars and recall the romantic story of Niulang and Zhinu. In the meantime, have a stellar Chinese Valentine’s Day! Visit Dennis Mammana at dennismammana.com. COPYRIGHT 2022 CREATORS.COM

The brightest of this stellar trio -- and highest in the sky -- is Vega, the most prominent star in the tiny constellation of Lyra, the harp

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One Word... Sounds Like... Biscuits BY TRACY BECKERMAN

“Hi, honey, it’s me,” I said to my husband on the phone. “Hey, what’s up?” he replied. Me: “I just got back from the orthopedist about my knee, and I wanted to let you know what he said.” Him: “OK. What’s the verdict?” Me: “He thinks I have a torn, um... a torn, um... shoot! I can’t remember what it’s called.” Him: “What does it sound like?” Me: “Umm. Oh, I know. It’s a torn

Nabisco.” Him: “You have a torn cookie company?” Me: “No. That’s not right. Let me think. I have torn my... biscuits.” Him: “I don’t think those are a part of the body.” Me: “Maybe it’s my Spartacus?” Him: “That would be a Greek hero.” Me: “OK. Hang on a second. It is a torn hibiscus.” Him: “I don’t think that’s it.” Me: “No?” Him: “A hibiscus is a plant.”

Me: “I thought that sounded familiar. Well, I know it sounds like hibiscus.” Him: “How about meniscus?” Me: “Yes!!! It is a meniscus! That’s it!” Him: “OK, you have a torn meniscus. That’s not good.” Me: “I know, but he said they can fix it with a small surgery called an, um... um... art house copy.” Him: “You mean an arthroscopy?” Me: “Yes, that sounds like it.” Him: “But you still need surgery.” Me: “True, but the doctor said it

could be worse.” Him: “How’s that?” Me: “He said at least it’s not my Godzilla.” Him: “Patella.” Me: “Right.” Tracy Beckerman is the author of the Amazon Bestseller, “Barking at the Moon: A Story of Life, Love, and Kibble,” available on Amazon and Barnes and Noble online! You can visit her at www. tracybeckerman.com. . COPYRIGHT 2022 CREATORS

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7 Budget-friendly Ways To Keep the House Cool When It’s Hot Continued from page 2 your utility providers to see if any offer incentives to homeowners who beef up their home’s insulation. You may be pleasantly surprised to learn that your

net cost to insulate will be pretty reasonable given the return on your investment in lower cooling and heating bills. 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

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LEGAL NOTICE Supreme Court County of Nassau Matter of Koula Demetriou, a Person in Need of a Guardian (Index No. 31206-I-2014); Pursuant to an Order of this Court, dated July 8, 2022, by the Hon. Gary Knobel, an application to sell premises known as 648 Franklin Avenue, Garden City, NY, will be made on the 11th day of August, 2022, at 2:00 pm, at an IAS Part 21, at the Supreme Court, Nassau County, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501. Best offer over $1,625,000.00. Contact: Deborah G. Rosenthal, Esq. (516-487-1612).

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NOTICE TO BIDDERS Sealed bids MUST be RECEIVED BY AND DELIVERED TO: THE PURCHASING DIVISION Incorporated Village of Garden City 351 Stewart Avenue Garden City, New York 11530 between the hours of 8:30 A.M. and 4:30 P.M., UNTIL 11:00 AM EDT THURSDAY, AUGUST 18, 2022 at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud, for furnishing the following: DIRECTIONAL DRILLING Specifications, Form of Bid, and other information may be obtained from the office of the Purchasing Division at the above address or you may download the bid specifications from the New York State Contract Reporter website at the following web address: https://www.nyscr.ny.gov/ contracts.cfm This bid specification will be listed under the Agency Name of: Inc. Village of Garden City Rosemary Monahan Purchasing Agent Dated: 7/29/2022 GC 1335 1X 07/29

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cveneziale@gardencityny.net From page 24 the LIRR can start running trains on the new track, the wooden platforms need to be removed, the track and signal systems need to be completed, and testing needs to be performed. While work on the Third Track is being completed over the next few months, there will be significant changes to eastbound service at New Hyde Park, Merillon Avenue, Mineola, Carle Place and Westbury stations, including track changes and substitute bus connections. Trains may run in both directions on the usual westbound track, especially at night and during the midday, to allow trains to make station stops while project crews work on the usual eastbound track at or near the stations. At other times, trains may not be able to stop at these stations, so customers will connect with bus service at alternate stations to reach their destination. Crews anticipate the use of temporary shorter platforms requiring customers to be in the front of the train to exit. On several weekends during this time, trains will not run between Jamaica and Hicksville to support this effort. Customers can visit https:// new.mta.info/mainline to learn about service changes. As the changes approach, customers can use the LIRR TrainTime app, watch platform signs, and listen for announcements. Track Numbers to Change: • The newly built track will be known as Track 2 once the Third Track opens at each station. The center track will be called Track 1 and the northern (usually westbound) track will continue to be known as Track 3 following its renumbering in March. Service Changes: Monday, Aug. 1 through Friday, Aug. 5 • Eastbound customers going to Merillon Avenue must be in the first six cars to exit the train, except during the over-

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night hours between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m., when all trains will run on Track 3. There will be no changes to train schedules or service at New Hyde Park. Monday, Aug. 8 through Friday, Aug. 12 • All eastbound trains will bypass New Hyde Park and Merillon Avenue between 5 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. A bus at Mineola will provide service back to Merillon Avenue and New Hyde Park. For service to those stations, customers can take a train to Mineola and connect with the bus. • Customers who start their trips at New Hyde Park or Merillon Avenue will be able to board buses to Mineola, which will depart up to 30 minutes earlier than the normal schedule. As an alternative to busing, customers can us the Hempstead Branch at nearby Stewart Manor or Nassau Boulevard stations. • Between 3:30 p.m. and 11 p.m., eastbound trains will stop at New Hyde Park and Merillon Avenue, but customers will need to be in the first six cars in order to exit. During the evening rush hour, there will also be changes to which trains stop at these stations. From 11 p.m. to 5 a.m., trains will run on their regular schedules but will arrive on Track 3 in both directions. The new third track between Floral Park and Hicksville can now enable the operation of true bi-directional service during peak hours on the Main Line, which consists of three branches (Ronkonkoma, Port Jefferson/Huntington and Oyster Bay). Seven bridges have been replaced and eight at-grade crossings eliminated. When the project is completed, five stations will be rebuilt, 10 miles of third track will be installed, and infrastructure such as power substations and interlockings will be built. For more information on the 100+ projects that are part of the LIRR Expansion Project, visit aModernLI.com.

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Community Adventures at GCCC Nursery School Community Adventures Summer Camp at the Garden City Community Church Nursery School has been a huge success. This program provides daily opportunities for play based activities and lots of socialization. GCCCNS supports the world of playful learning with an environment that encourages children’s natural curiosity and wonder. Our natural playground acts as an extension of the classroom;

where great play and learning go hand in hand. The Garden City Community Church is located at 245 Stewart Ave. at the corner of Whitehall Blvd. There are a limited number of openings for the 202223 school year. For information, contact the school director, Cathie McCullough, (516) 746-1756 or email gcccnursery@ gmail.com.

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Members of the Garden City based Colonel Aaron Ogden Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR), Carla Hall D'Ambra, Regent, recently attended the 131st Continental Congress in Washington DC, held June 29 to July 3. Marjorie Musil and Leslie Dimmling were both sent as voting delegates to the Congress, in which a slate of new National officers was elected for the 185,000-member organization. The NSDAR organization is a well-known fixture in Washington DC, owning a cluster of buildings occupying an entire city block there for more than 100 years, and situated across the ellipse from the White House. The facility holds a museum of period antique furnishings open to the public, a noted genealogy library, and the largest auditorium in the city, which seats approximately 4,000 people. The Congress opened on Wednesday evening, June 29, to a packed crowd, where the attendees heard letters of greetings from President Joseph Biden, and the mayor of Washington DC, Muriel Bowser. The DAR Americanism Award was presented to Carlos Del Toro, US secretary of the Navy, who spoke movingly about his family’s immigration history. Following a musical presentation by gold record award singer Kenny Ray Horton, the DAR Medal of Honor was presented to noted philanthropist David Rubenstein, who is undertaking a renovation and restoration of the National Mall. On Thursday night, those attending heard the fifth, sixth, seventh and eighth grade national winners of the American History Essay Contest present their work. The national DAR Good Citizen Awards were presented to Amanda Peiffer (Kentucky) and Jonathan David Burns II (Georgia). The national winner of the DAR 2022 Outstanding Teacher of American History Award , Mr. Kelley Ryan Brown, Massachusetts, was also presented with his award . On Friday evening, the DAR Excellence in American History Book Award was presented to author Mike Bunn of Alabama for his book “Fourteenth Colony.” In addition to the presentation of other history related awards, The Friends of Iolani Palace won the Historic Preservation Award for their efforts to restore and preserve the former Hawaiian Royal Palace in Honolulu, Hawaii. Saturday evening is National Defense Night. Awards presented included the President General’s Medallion to the American Battlefield Commission; a posthumous DAR Medal of Honor to WWII veteran Hershel (Woody) Williams; and the Margaret Cochran Corbin Award presented to Commander Billie J. Farrell, US Navy, the 77th Commander of the USS Constitution, an historic Navy

Marjorie Musil (left) and Leslie Dimmling (far right) of the Colonel Aaron Ogden Chapter, enjoy Continental Congress with friend and fellow DAR member Gerri MacWhinnie (center) of Southampton Colony Chapter. ship moored in Massachusetts. Keynote speaker of the night was General Mark Milley, the 20th chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, who gave a well-received patriotic speech. Voting took place on Saturday, resulting in the former DAR Regent of NY State, Patrice Birner, being one of seven women to be elected to the national office of vice president general. Those ladies were sworn in on Sunday. At that time the new state regent of New York, Pamela Barrack, was also sworn into office. Both ladies will serve for three years. One of the great pleasures of attending Congress is to hear the fine music of our national military bands. The NSDAR was honored during Congress to host the US Marine Band, US Navy Band, US Air Force Band and the United States Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps. The NSDAR is a national community service organization. Much time is spent by the members in volunteering in their communities, and fundraising for DAR projects which include education scholarships, historic preservation, and patriotic efforts such as assisting our veterans at local veterans' hospitals. Members of the NSDAR are documented descendants of American Revolutionary War patriots and are bound together in a unique sisterhood by this common thread.

Pamela Barrack (Right) after being newly sworn in as the New York State regent, and Garden City resident/DAR member Leslie Dimmling.

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Parks Supt.: No hope for ash trees

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trees will be a concentrated effort over the next six to 18 months. Blake noted that the Parks Department staff has taken down close to 35 trees within the past month, and the scope of work to remove that many more exceeds current manpower in the department. After a question from Trustee Bruce Chester, Blake said the Parks Department has been taking down “the ones that we can.” The village staff tree crew is limited to work involved in taking down medium-sized trees but they can’t handle taking down ash trees found on the main thoroughfares in town. Blake told the trustees there are approximately 19 ash trees on Washington Avenue, all of which are dead or dying and will be taken down. Another 11 ash trees are in the median of Nassau Boulevard and all of them are dead or dying. Another dozen are on Franklin Avenue, plus more ash trees on Clinton Road are apparently in the same condition and will be taken down. Another area with ash trees identified are along Main Avenue, with some more scattered throughout Garden City including a few on Meadow Street in the east section. “The trees along Washington, Clinton and Franklin are too big for our village crews to take down. That said we have taken down 35-36 ash trees in the last

four weeks,” Blake noted. He adds that an experiment is taking place in Texas with another, larger beetle being introduced because it is a predator that kills the Emerald Ash borer. There is a Texas park system implementing plans to introduce the predator. “I am going to let the good people in Texas try this one, and they can report on it. If we introduce that beetle and they then prey on oak trees it could be a catastrophe. It is a serious problem and the taking down of ash trees is the way we’ll have to address it,” he said.

New surface for St. Paul’s Playground

Recreation & Parks Superintendent Blake spoke about an increase in the allocation of funding for replacing the safety surface at St. Paul’s Playground. Last Thursday the board was set to vote on an increase in the budget from $202,000 to $285,400, as the original budget was fixed at $202,000 based on an estimate from the eventual low bidder (Tuf Tek USA of Greenlawn). Their original estimate did not include the replacement of asphalt that has become apparent with this project, with about 2500 additional square feet of surfacing to complete. Blake said funding for the higher cost was available in the ‘Safety Surface’ account for Tullamore Park, as that project is being deferred to Spring 2023 (with funds included in the 2022-2023 village budget,

College Notes Lana Hess, a Garden City High School 2020 graduate, has been named to the Dean’s list at Washington and Lee University for the 2021/22 academic year. To qualify for the Dean’s list, students must achieve at least a 3.5 grade point average for the year. In addition, Lana was selected this past spring to participate in a study abroad program for Classics Majors in Italy, where she deciphered ancient Latin Texts. Lana is a Classics Major, with a Premed Minor. n

Stephen Sirounian of Garden City, a member of the North Carolina State University Class of 2025, was named to the Dean’s List in both the Fall and Spring semesters with a 3.79 average. He is majoring in Civil Engineering. n

Aidan P. Coyne of Garden City, has been named to the dean’s list in the University of Notre Dame’s College of Arts and Letters for outstanding scholarship during the Spring 2022 semester. Students who achieve dean’s honors at Notre Dame represent the top 30 percent of students in their college. n

The following Gonzaga University students participated in graduation exercises during our Commencement Ceremony that was held on Sunday, May 8th: Georgia Cosola, Bachelor of Arts, Honors in Journalism and Psychology, Magna Cum Laude n

Josef Arnold was named to the Dean’s list at Miami University for the 2021-22 spring semester. Miami University students who are ranked in the top twenty percent of undergraduate students within their division for the spring semester 2021-22 have been named to the Dean’s list recognizing academic performance. Arnold, from Garden City, is earning a Bachelor of Science in Games + Simulation. n

Garden City resident, Melissa Whitney, has been named to the president’s list at James Madison University for the spring 2022 semester. Students who earn president’s list honors must carry at least 12 graded credit hours and earn a GPA of 3.900 or above. Whitney is majoring in nursing.

Later in the meeting the board confirmed the award of the contract bid – $285,400 – to low bidder Turf Tek USA. Funds for the project come from the village’s capital budget. On July 21, the board approved an expense of $1,850 for Superintendent Blake’;s attendance, September 20 through 22, at the National Recreation & Park Association (NRPA) Annual Conference and Exposition in Arizona. This conference consists of over 80 educational sessions, covering a wide range of topics. The conference allows individuals to acquire specialized knowledge of park maintenance issues, revenue generation, administration and other programs. Garden City staff intend to attend this conference every year. Last week Blake explained that a key part of the recent Hemlock Park tennis courts’ renovation was up for board approval. As part of the board of trustees July 21 agenda, a maintenance bond for $18,925 with Hicksville-based vendor National Installation and GC Corp. was approved, guaranteeing for 18 months the completed work (from the date of acceptance of the bond).

Scream over Ice Cream Prices

An unanticipated increase in cost for ice cream products this summer led the Recreation Department to seek Village Board approval for a new vendor contract, for $32,557 with All-Star Specialties based in Wyandanch, the department’s regular vendor.

Normally for the summer season, the Rec. Department will purchase about $12,000 worth of ice cream to sell at the Garden City Pool facility’s snack shop. Superintendent Blake explained how “ice cream prices have spiked ridiculously,” as when the pricing for the 2022 season arrived the Department had to endure sticker shock of bids around $34,000. “We could not purchase enough ice cream to get through the entire summer and stay under the bid limit. We quickly wrote up some specs and we coordinated with our village Finance and Purchasing staff. Though the bid amount is $32,557 this contract is on an as-needed basis and I do not anticipate spending the entire amount on our ice cream this year,” Blake said. Superintendent Blake noted that like ice cream, the Garden City Pool recreational facility is exceedingly popular this summer, especially after a weeklong heatwave. Blake says compliments offered to the Recreation Department have been steady but the financial picture is the brightest aspect of the resurgence of the village’s pool. “We exceeded our pool membership projections in every category except one. Not only have we exceeded our projections for this year but we have exceeded projections for 2019 – the last pre-pandemic year at the pool. Kudos to all our employees working at the pool every day as we seem to have the ship going in the right direction,” Blake said.

IN MEMORIAM Janet N. Wildermuth Janet N. Wildermuth of Bayville passed away peacefully on June 30, 2022 at the age of 88. She is survived by her children Nancy, Eric (Kathy), Sally Baldauf (Brian), Betty Finken (John), Robert (Allison), 11 grandchildren, and 6 great-grandchildren. Janet graduated from the Cathedral School of St. Mary’s in Garden City, and earned her AS from Centenary College in NJ. She raised her family in Garden City and then moved to Bayville. She was a wonderful mother, homemaker and sales associate at Lord & Taylor in Manhasset. She was very active with the St. John’s of Lattingtown church, a member of the Cornelia Cotillion committee, and a trustee for St. Mary’s MRM scholarship fund. Services include a Memorial Mass on August 1st at 10am at St. John’s of Lattingtown, 325 Lattingtown Rd, Locust Valley, NY. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her name to the Mary Ann Tully Hospice Inn, Melville, NY at https://www.hospicecarenetwork.org/tribute/ or to

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Email: Editor@GCNews.com From page 2 tion?; 3) Does Garden City NEED the uses being proposed?; 4) Would property values increase owing to a restored St, Paul’s? Even our FDEM group is waiting for crucial facts to be disclosed so that we can analyze them -- as the cost estimates are presented, and the need and legality of the uses is evaluated. At that time FDEM can do some serious analysis and render a final opinion of how people should vote. Our work will include outside experts. No facts are known at this writing. With less than four months to go -the USES Sub-Committee has not proposed anything to be part of a restored St. Paul’s. This is long overdue. The Sub-Committee must work with the Finance Sub-Comm and calculate all costs. FDEM also feels strongly that several non-Village parties should be in charge of estimates of construction cost -- NOT Village architects and engineers who are likely biased toward preservation and “low-balling. All proposals should come with exquisite drawings and details -- not just talk. We look forward to a tremendous debate prior to the final referendum, which arguably is the most important vote in Garden City history. George M. Salem, Member, FDEM

Demolition proponents invited

To the Editor: George M. Salem’s June 2,2022 Letter to the Editor states, “A final fact is that I, as a former member of the Uses SubComm, was NEVER given the opportunity to make the case for demolition to the group. Some members of the Sub Committee have stated otherwise – and that is not true.” Here are the facts: 1. George was asked to join the Programmatic Use Committee specifically because of his preference for demolition; 2. At the initial/organizational meeting of our committee George again stat-

ed that demo was the ONLY alternative for St Pauls. He was then and there invited to use the committee’s resources to develop the reasons why demolition was the best alternative for St. Paul’s. 3. At the two subsequent committee meetings George was again invited to discuss the advantages of demolition. He declined. 4. George failed to attend any subsequent Committee meeting and thereafter resigned. 5. The committee specifically invited all proponents of demolition in the advertisement announcing the June Town Hall meeting to speak to residents at the June Town Hall. George failed to speak. 6. The demolition proponents were all invited to address the ENTIRE Mayor’s Committee in a closed executive session in June. George was invited to prepare his analysis of demolition and include HIS study un-redacted or edited as an element of our committee’s final report. No comments regarding demolition were made. 7. Finally, our committee again invited George to participate and discuss demolition at our July meeting in the presence of all 37 members of the Mayor’s Committee. George’s reply was to decline our invitation, in writing. George’s email in and of itself is evidence of the multiple times we have asked George for his insights and thoughts regarding Demolition and he has dismissed our efforts. The Programmatic Use Committee will provide residents with a deep analysis of a range of options regarding St Pauls, including Demolition. Our Programmatic Use Committee meets Tuesday evenings at 7:15 at the GC Historical Society on Eleventh Street. All residents are invited to attend and share their thoughts. Programmatic Use & Analytics Committee: Betsy Andromidas Michele Harrington Jonathan Martin Frank McDonough - Chair Francine Ryan

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Questions on presentation

To the Editor: At the First Town Hall on the Future of St. Paul’s, the Design & Engineering Sub Committee presented a multi slide picture of potential uses of the building’s 105,000 square foot interior. What was missing, however, were two critical ingredients for serious consideration of any rehabilitation of the structure: a) how much will it cost (and how much will my tax bill increase)?; and b) do we really need what is being proposed? As to cost, the Committee acknowledged they have not yet finalized a plan (what was presented was preliminary and subject to change). However, recognizing the building’s condition (see below) and the magnitude of the reconfiguration proposed, the cost will be substantial (stay tuned, I guess). With respect to need: do we really need a new senior center? a supplemental education center to our existing first class public and private schools? meeting rooms galore? additional playing fields? etc. The Committee made frequent reference to the soundness of the building and the minimal damage to its interior. Recognizing that these qualities are subjective, I urge residents to review the Mayor’s St. Paul’s Committee report dated February 4, 2022 and Thornton Tomasetti’s Building and Structural Condition Assessment report dated July 19, 2019 both of which are included on the Village’s web site. Careful reading provides a more serious appraisal of the building’s physical condition and thoughts about cost to make ready for the uses cited. In addition to the cost of physically restructuring the building, ongoing management and maintenance of the facility will be substantial. Hopefully the information provided to residents for their voting in a referendum will include a full spectrum of costs and associated effect on taxes. George Kane

Time to act on Euston Road

To the Editor: The Board of Trustees must act now to adopt a plan for the north end of Euston Road. There is a wide consensus in the community and the board on what must be done. Now the Trustees must do what they were elected to do and pick a specific plan. The general plan is to close the lane between the islands at the northern end of Euston Road where Merillon Avenue becomes Main Avenue and heavily plant trees and shrubs to mitigate the noise and light pollution from the new station. The variations on that plan are minor with the only major difference being the fate of the island between Wellington and Roxbury Roads, which in my opinion should remain and be heavily planted. Let’s get it done. There is no reason for delay. Peter Tomao

Library project moves forward

To the Editor: The Village Board has accepted the bid from Preferred Construction, Inc. to remodel the Garden City Library Children’s Room. This project, originally initiated by the Library Board ten years ago, developed into a collaboration with the Village Board. The Library Board would like to thank the entire Village Board for undertaking this long-overdue project, which will improve and enhance our young residents’ experience in the Library. Special thanks go to Village Board member Larry Marciano and former Village Board member Colleen Foley, who in their capacity as liaisons to the Library helped shape and prepare the project for bid. Garden City Public Library Board Randy Colahan, Chair Peter D’Antonio, Vice Chair Lola Nouryan Germaine Greco

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The Best Secret in Town

Did you know that each of our neighbor hood parks runs a playground program every summer? Children entering 1st through 8th grades who are residents of the Village are invited to come to the park during the summer to find out what activities are taking place. Each park has its own “flavor” and “favorite” activities. The Park Directors and their staff run games, sports, tournaments, and arts and crafts activities during the day and into the evening. Trips are also run through the parks. These activities, except for the trips, are free to anyone attending. Registration is not necessary. A child may attend any day they choose. The children are supervised while in the park, but the children attending must be able to come and go to the park as they please or a parent or child care provider must be in attendance while the child participates. This program can not be used as babysitting. When: Monday through Friday beginning Monday, June 27, and ending Friday, August 12. 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

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Girls Softball Camp for Grades 3–8

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

Incrediflix Filmaking Camps for Ages 7–13

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

Week of August 1–4

Minecraft vs. Roblox Flix 9:00 to 12:00 p.m. Make a Minecraft or Roblox movie, or make a mashup movie! Work in groups to create a stop-motion movie full of games or challenges for your character to overcome. Students will create sets out of construction paper, make their Minecraft blocks, film, do voice-overs, and new for 2022, more set design effects like flowing lava! Animation Flix 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. In this fast paced class, you’ll be creating up to 4 stop motion movies. These will include dinosaurs, whiteboard and toy car animations. And then you’ll get to make your own cartoon animation starring you and your voice! To register, please visit the Recreation and Parks Office at 108 Rockaway Avenue. Checks only please for this camp, made payable to Incrediflix.

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

Recreation and Parks will offer the

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

Summer Chess Wizards Camps Announced

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

GC Recreation & Parks Presents Mad Science Camp

Mad Science of Long Island is a company who provides a wonderful learning experience in a camp setting. Residents of the Village of Garden City entering grades 1–5 are encouraged to attend.

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

August 1–5

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

August 8–12

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

improve their creations!

August 15–19

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

Recreation Tennis Camps for Ages 4–15

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

eligible to attend. Equipment needed: flat soled sneakers and a tennis racket (Rackets provided for Peewees). All Camps will follow the same session dates: Session F: August 1 – 4 Session G: August 8 – 11 PEEWEE CAMP – For ages 4 to 6. Skills are learned by fun and easy to do drills taught by our tennis staff. Time: 9 – 9:55 a.m. Cost: $ 75 NOVICE CAMP – For ages 6 and 7. This camp will teach serving, rallying, and the basics of a tennis game, keeping it fun for the younger tennis set. Time: 9–10:30 a.m. Cost: $125 JUNIOR CAMP – For ages 8–11. For all levels of experience, this camp will group players by ability so that everyone can move to the next level. Time: 10 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Cost: $149 JUNIOR ADVANCED CAMP - For children ages 8 to 11. For the more serious, more advanced students. Knowledge of the game required. Time: 12:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m. Cost: $149 SENIOR CAMP - For ages 12 to 15.

For all levels of experience. Time: 12:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m. Cost: $149 SENIOR ADVANCED CAMP - For children ages 12 to 15. For the more serious, more advanced students. Knowledge of the game required. Time: 12:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m. Cost: $149 To register for any of the above camps, please visit the Recreation and Parks office or if you have a password you can register online at www. gcreconline.gardencityny.net.

Get a Jump on the Summer

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

New early childhood program at Waldorf School With its 75th anniversary school year weeks away, The Waldorf School of Garden City has announced open registration for the Sweet Peas early childhood program for two-year-olds. The new year-long program is an ode to the joy of being a toddler. The cozy morning will begin with outdoor play in our beautiful garden and then

transition into our homelike classroom. The safe, consistent, and joyful rhythm of the day has a balance of freedom and structure that will help the two-yearold child blossom into a bright and capable three-year-old. During our year together, they will cross the threshold into the world of speech and language, enabling them to open the door to the

social world. Healthy movement is the foundation of healthy speech. Ample time will be given for self-initiated movement that will strengthen the child for future academic success and independence. Parents and caregivers will be able to stay close by and enjoy a cup of tea in the school lobby to ensure a smooth and

gentle transition to being dropped off at school. Parents can also join the weekly Parenting Support Zoom. Parent evenings will center on two and three-year old child development. For more information or to register, please visit https://www.waldorfgarden.org/sweet-peas-program/ or email admissions@waldorfgarden.org

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GC Police sergeant, officer take oaths of office

Mayor Cosmo Veneziale administers the oath of office to Sgt. Michael Punch, who joined the Department in 2010.

Deputy Mayor Thomas O’Brien administers the oath of office to police officer Peter Rozo.

It was Police Commissioner Kenneth Jackson’s honor to introduce newly promoted Sergeant Michael Punch, a 12-year veteran of the Department, and Officer Peter Rozo, the newest member to join the Garden City Police Department’s ranks. Sgt. Punch, hired in 2010, was assigned to various capacities during his tenure, including the Tactical Unit, midnight patrol and evening patrol units. Sgt. Punch earned a Bachelor’s degree from Hofstra University and joined the NYPD in 2004, assigned to

cer, which I believe will help him transition to the supervisor ranks,” Commissioner Jackson said. Officer Rozo hails from Long Beach, where he graduated high school in 2007. Shortly after graduation, he enlisted in the United States Navy and was honorably discharged in 2015. Officer Rozo then attended St. John’s University, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Homeland Security. After graduation he worked for the United States Department of Labor. In 2017, Officer

the 73rd Precinct in Brownsville, Brooklyn. During that time he was decorated more than 60 times for various arrests ranging from illegal gun possession to first degree murder. Sgt. Punch lives in Wantagh with his wife, 11-year-old daughter and two stepdaughters, ages 13 and 16. He is humbled to have the opportunity to serve the residents of Garden City in his newest role as Sergeant. “He has proven to be an effective communicator, investigator and patrol offi-

Rozo joined the ranks of the NYPD and was assigned to patrol the 114 Precinct in Astoria, Queens where he worked closely with the Emergency Services Unit, Counter Terrorism and the Strategic Response Group. “During the interview process he blew us away with his knowledge. We really feel he will be another asset to the Village,” Commissioner Jackson said. Photos by Carisa Giardino

Sgt. Michael Punch with members of his family, Police Commissioner Kenneth Jackson, Mayor Cosmo Veneziale and Deputy Mayor Thomas O’Brien following a brief ceremony at Village Hall Thursday, July 21st..

Officer Peter Rozo with members of his family, Police Commissioner Kenneth Jackson, Mayor Cosmo Veneziale and Deputy Mayor Thomas O’Brien following a brief ceremony at Village Hall Thursday, July 21.

Sgt. Michael Punch with (from left) Mayor Cosmo Veneziale, Deputy Mayor Thomas O’Brien and Police Commissioner Kenneth Jackson.

Police officer Peter Rozo with (front left) Mayor Cosmo Veneziale, Deputy Mayor Thomas O’Brien and Police Commissioner Kenneth Jackson.

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The Wyndham

The Wyndham Condominium is set on over 12 acres in the 19th century town of Garden City, which is known for its stately private homes, lovely gardens, tree-lined streets, elegant shops, diverse restaurants, and a distinguished five-star hotel. At The Wyndham, you’ll enjoy a luxury lifestyle without compromise and without the maintenance. Coming home to The Wyndham is a special pleasure. Please call us for a private showing appointment and you will discover a wonderful lifestyle.

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New To Market

24 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, NY This beautiful Expanded Ranch is set on an exceptional 1.43 acres in the Central section boasting nearly 5,000 sq. ft. of living space. A gracious, 2-story entryway opens up to a spectacular first floor that includes a living room with floor to ceiling windows, a large, richly paneled office, primary bedroom suite, 2 additional bedrooms, laundry room, hall bath, and powder room. An expertly equipped eat-in kitchen with multiple dining/seating areas and mud room, provides direct access to the Trex deck. Upstairs, there is an ensuite bedroom with huge dressing room, plus another bedroom. The lower level is tremendous with a media room, full gym, pool room/recreation area, bedroom, full bath, and separate entrance. The exquisite backyard is meticulously landscaped and spacious enough for a pool. The double entrance driveway winds towards the 3-car detached garage that includes plumbing and electricity. The show stopping property, combined with artfully designed interiors, truly sets it apart as a home that combines the very best of indoor and outdoor living. MLS# 3419099. $3,199,000.

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Garden City and Wyndham Resale Office 102 Seventh Street, Garden City, NY | 516.248.6655 | danielgale.com OPEN HOUSE

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Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 3-bath. MLS# 3406726. $969,000.

Garden City, NY 5-bedroom, 2.5-bath. MLS# 3411714. $1,150,000.

Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 2.55-bath. MLS# 3393086. $1,599,000.

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Garden City, NY 6-bedroom, 4.5-bath. MLS# 3400519. $1,975,000.

Garden City, NY 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath. MLS# 3392496. $2,100,000.

Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 2.55-bath. MLS# 3417650. $2,159,000.

Garden City, NY 6-bedroom, 4.5-bath. MLS# 3419099.$3,199,000.

Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 3.55-bath. MLS# 3418570. $3,298,000.

Wyndham East, M23 Garden City, NY 1-bedroom, 1.5-bath. MLS# 3352058. $695,000.

Wyndham West, #411 Garden City, NY 1-bedroom, 1.5-bath. MLS# 3391186. $739,000.

Wyndham East, M24 Garden City, NY 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath. MLS# 3336732. $799,000.

Wyndham East, #709 Garden City, NY 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath. MLS# 3388058. $899,000.

Wyndham East, M26 Garden City, NY 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath. MLS# 3334082. $1,150,000.

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Wyndham East, #M5 Garden City, NY 1-bedroom, 1.5-bath. MLS# 3418239. $695,000.

Wyndham West, #709 Garden City, NY 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath. MLS# 3365911. $899,000.

Wyndham West, #305 Garden City, NY 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath. MLS# 3385390. $849,000.

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Wyndham West, M18 Garden City, NY 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath. MLS# 3316468. $949,000. OP EN H OUS E

Out of Town Listings Wyndham East, #316 Garden City, NY 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath. MLS# 3393639. $999,000.

Wyndham East, #314 Garden City, NY 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath. MLS# 3416284. $999,000.

Wyndham East, #901 Garden City, NY 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath. MLS# 3376904. $1,299,000.

Sunday, July 31st I 11:00 - 1:30pm 62 Hudson Road, Floral Park, NY 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath. MLS# 3415478. $1,225,000.

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Sunday, July 31st I 11:30 - 1:00pm 182 Sylvia Lane, New Hyde Park, NY 2-bedroom, 1-bath. MLS# 3392144. $630,000.

Syosset, NY 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath. MLS# 3404196. $659,000.

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Forest Hills, NY 0-bedroom, 1-bath. MLS# 3414781. $175,000.

Floral Park, NY 4-bedroom, 3-bath. MLS# 3407970. $699,000.

Rockville Centre, NY 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath. MLS# 3403232. $439,000.

Stewart Manor, NY 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath. MLS# 3402417. $550,000.

Oceanside, NY 3-bedroom, 1-bath. MLS# 3402967. $598,000.

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Rockville Centre, NY 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath. MLS# 3393663. $798,000.

Roslyn Heights, NY 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath. MLS# 3414876. $800,000.

Rockville Centre, NY 6-bedroom, 3.5-bath. MLS# 3411302. $1,998,000.

Mineola, NY 1-bedroom, 1-bath. MLS# 3409630. $279,999.

Garden City, NY 1-bedroom, 1-bath. MLS# 3413625. $295,000.

Garden City, NY 2-bedroom, 1-bath. MLS# 3389210. $459,000.

Condos, Co-Ops & Rentals Remsenburg, NY 5-bedroom, 4.55-bath. MLS# 3411348. $3,850,000.

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