The Garden City News (9/15/23)

REMEMBERING THE FALLEN

Optimum installs fiber optic cables throughout village

BY RIKKI MASSAND

During the Village Board’s August meeting, Trustee Bruce Torino explained that he has personally noticed CDL trucks in various neighborhoods of Garden City, and several residents inquired with him and other village officials about the presence. Torino surmised that the ongoing project was for laying fiber optic cables into the ground. As reported in The Garden City News in February 2023, the village and Garden City Police had received calls about unknown utility workers, or people who appear to work for utilities in the area.

Village Administrator Ralph Suozzi explained that CDL is a third-party vendor out on the roads for cable provider Altice USA Inc. (Optimum’s parent company) and the installation of fiber optic cable is aimed at enhancing the cable network (grid) throughout the community.

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Garden City Middle School students planted

2,977 flags in honor of lives lost during the September 11, 2001 attacks. See page 46. Photo courtesy Garden City Public Schools

GC welcomes new Village Clerk

BY RIKKI MASSAND

As part of the formal agenda for its Wednesday, September 13 meeting, the Board of Trustees unanimously approved resident Kelly Galanek’s appointment as Village Clerk by September 26 or upon Civil Service approval. The position comes with an annual salary of $120,000.

Galanek has resided in

Garden City for more than 12 years, and has a bachelor’s degree in business administration with an emphasis in Finance from Boston University, as well as an MBA in financial management. She previously worked in the credit risk group within the banking arms of UBS Investment Bank and Barclays Capital.

Last month, at their its 17

Schools consider capital project schedule

meeting the Board of Trustees formally approved an initial consulting agreement with Galanek. Her initial work was structured as a consultant role for the Clerk’s Office, for compensation at $66 per hour and with a term effective August 17 through December 31, 2023.

On Wednesday Village Administrator Ralph Suozzi

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BY KASSARA MCELROY

At its meeting on Tuesday, September 12th the Garden City Board of Education heard reports from its architects about current capital projects, as well as proposals for future Districtwide developments.

The community received updates on projects funded by past budget votes, that are now either in progress or completed. These include outdoor learning spaces, innovation labs, library restorations, security upgrades, among others, totaling ~$33

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As the date for the Village vote on St. Paul’s approaches, we urge residents to go to the Village website, www.gardencityny.net and review the information on the section “St. Paul’s Information” which can be found on the home page. It includes historical reports as well as frequently asked questions.

One thing that we’ve seen discussed in various places is the idea that if the building is demolished it could lead to the state somehow forcing the village to then allow multifamily housing on the property.

This is fallacious because the entire St. Paul’s site has been declared as parkland, and under New York State law it is extremely difficult for the Village to reverse that designation,

even if it wanted to. Basically, parkland is seen as a common good for all the people, and can’t be taken away easily.

The process to remove a “parkland” designation is known as “alienation” and the state has a booklet available online which outlines the process. In addition to getting a special act of the state legislature, the village would also have to provide equivalent property elsewhere to make up for the parkland lost. There are decades of legal precedents that could not be ignored.

The parkland designation has tied the village’s hands so that the property can now only be used for recreational purposes - even the use of the land for other non-recreational municipal purposes might not be legal.

To the Editor:

A classic playbook used by weak arguers: try to denigrate those who doesn’t agree with you by calling them names.

Most of the time that kind of rhetoric demonstrates that facts don’t matter — pontificating is their style. Rather than a dialogue, they want a monologue. They are so sure you are wrong, that they will not bother to offer reasoned arguments. Facts, history, experience — just don’t matter; facts are an “inconvenient truth”.

Cutting through the hyperbole: With nearly 30 years of the old guard doing virtually nothing about St. Paul’s, except letting it deteriorate, now they object to having the voters of Garden City saying the direction they want the Trustees to move. 30 years says: It’s time!

As for the quality of the BOT members, it currently consists of four attorneys including a sitting judge, three from finance and one talented and successful entrepreneur in insurance. Albeit with different positions, they seem quite capable of shooting very straight. And while the majority may differ from the minority, the last time I checked, that was called a democracy.

When name calling replaces facts, it speaks volumes Nobody should be afraid when people vote. Let the people tell how they feel. Now!

Richard J. Williams

St. Paul’s opinion poll

To the Editor:

To the unnamed person who will respond to the questions: How will you be using the results of the Public Opinion Poll?

It was stated that the results are ‘non binding’. My interpretation of that phrase is that you do not have to abide by the majority of the poll’s choice. Many years ago, I voted in a similar Public Opinion Poll. The majority choice was not honored. This causes

me to wonder why are you conducting another poll that is ‘non binding’.

The monetary figures really are moot. The obvious choices are keep the building or tear it down. I do not remember the exact number of years of which this has been being discussed, but it must be close to 30 years. There has never been a stellar decision for a use of the building.

As residents come and go, I doubt that there ever will be a final choice. Isn’t it time to either keep it or not and stop wasting money? So what will ‘you’ be doing with the results of the Public Opinion Poll?

J. Wolf

Time for a decision

To the Editor:

St Paul’s: The facts are clear. It’s time for a decision.

Lets review the facts:

(1) Garden City Village Boards for 20 years have taken the St Paul’s complex from a rundown private school property to an active recreation facility on 40 acres of prime Garden City real estate. These Village Boards also enlisted dozens of experts in architecture, engineering and construction to analyze the St Paul’s main school building and provided detail costs estimates for a number of possible uses of the building.

(2) The main building now sits on the remaining 5-8 acres of the Village owned ”St Paul’s Complex” which is currently unused parkland. It’s unused because the main building sits there along with cottages on the eastern corner property. It time to use this large area.

(3) In the late 1990s and early 2000s a small group of residents established a campaign to “Save St. Paul’s”. This group wanted to preserve the building as it was in its prime. The group presented a proposal to the Board which they rejected because the proposal included moth balling significant spaces in the wings and did not include on clear community use for the space. At

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Village Trustees approve funds to remediate water wells

BY RIKKI MASSAND

The Village of Garden City has taken action to remediate its final drinking water well by outfitting Well No. 9 with Advanced Oxidation Process (AOP) equipment. The equipment will remove emerging contaminants and ‘forever chemicals’ from the municipal water supply. At its Wednesday, September 13 meeting the Board of Trustees increased the bond on the project up to $9.2 million and approved three separate contracts for bids on the well AOP project.

Garden City’s Well No. 9 was the sole village well whose water was below New York State’s emerging contaminant level for 1,4 dioxane. Following a request for details on the project from Trustee Ed Finneran, Village Administrator Ralph V. Suozzi explained that because the trace amounts did reach a certain threshold, the water well was still “actionable” and needs to be treated for levels that the state could impose in the future.

The well site is at a congested area near Edgemere Road and Wilson Street, behind Edgemere Park in the village’s West. The redesign of Well No. 9 involves replacement of motor controls for the air stripping tower (electrical components) as well as a new generator,

electrical panels and electrical work for contractors to perform. New equipment to power the AOP treatment system at Well No. 9 would have exceeded the capacity of the existing generator. This was just part of the problem driving up the cost.

Three project bids for the Well No. 9 AOP treatment, awarded by the Board of Trustees as part of its September 13 consent calendar, will cover a total over $7.5 million. The original amount approved by the village for the Well No. 9 Bond resolution, back in May of 2020, was $5.2 million. The bond amount was amended in December of 2020, increasing to $7.2 million. On Wednesday the Board approved another increase, now up to $9.2 million for all aspects of the project.

Administrator Suozzi spoke with Joe Todaro of water system consultants H2M Architects + Engineers. His conversation included the estimated costs of equipping all the village wells with the AOP treatment systems, touted for its ability to remove 1,4 dioxane.

Trustee Finneran confirmed with the village administration that the tens of millions of dollars Garden City has spent to equip the multiple village water wells with AOP treatment systems will be reimbursed by the New York State

Environmental Facilities Corporation.

“The last time we reported to the Board on the (AOP systems) cost the total was around $52 million, but I do not have the exact figure right now. We (the Village of Garden City) was slated for 50.7% reimbursement of that amount. Some of these wells went through iterations so if we increased the bond amount the state EFC may not 50% match the cost, because the grants would not move up in number to match,” he told the board.

The village has already submitted a grant proposal to the state for Well No. 9, for the anticipated expense to be $7.2 million. The new increase would not be reflected in the proportion Garden City gets funds from the EFC for. “That 50.7% might end up at 49% due to the increase,” Suozzi said.

As the board considered the bond increase to $9.2 million and bids, Suozzi shared the breakdown of the costs involved for Well No. 9 at this point. He stated that the costs for all the well projects have unfortunately risen due to inflation. Another increase to the costs came from the inclusion of orthophosphate to the water system.

“Every well site has different characteristics. For this project we are requesting the Board amend the bond resolu-

tion from the previously-approved $7.2 million to $9.2 million. There are costs for the original pilot study for wellhead treatment, of $178,000; there is $810,000 set for design work; there’s legal and printing for $106,500 and a contingency amount at approximately $318,000 involved,” he noted.

The three bids awarded by the Board’s approvals on Wednesday night were for $3,137,700 to R.J. Industries Inc., of Plainview for the work of “contract P” followed by $2,291,000 to J. Anthony Enterprises of Hauppauge, the low bidder on “contract G” and $2,357,850 for Bohemia-based Hinck Electrical Contractor Inc. for “contract E.” Details for each contract were not discussed during Wednesday’s meeting.

In his report to the board Administrator Suozzi explained the high amount, nearly $10 million to invest in Well No. 9 AOP treatment, with the same components involved for the other village well AOP projects but those sites saw incremental pieces to the capital projects.

“To date, this is the only village well that’s gone out to bid with all the components of the project wrapped into one – the price seems high but it is necessary,” Suozzi said.

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Born and raised in Garden City (Class of 06’!) Tony has friends and family who live in nearly every section of town. People nd him friendly, caring, and thoughtful.

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LI Volunteer Center celebrates 30 years of service

The Long Island Volunteer Center’s (LIVC) 30th Anniversary Celebration takes place at the Westbury Manor in Westbury on Wednesday, September 20, at 6:30 p.m. The fundraiser features a comedy night and will celebrate LIVC’s 30 years of voluntary service while recognizing the accomplishments of those who selflessly give their time and talents to improve the quality of life on Long Island. LIVC is delighted to honor the following at the 30th Anniversary Celebration for their outstanding contributions:

Tommi-Grace Melito, MPP, MSW, a Great Neck resident, is receiving the Long Island Volunteer Center “Beacon of Hope Award” that was created in the aftermath of Superstorm Sandy to honor individuals for their personal and professional contributions to emergency/disaster management. She is being recognized for her work at the HWCLI (Health & Welfare Council of Long Island) coordinating the LIVOAD (Long Island Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster). Ms. Melito is a behind-the-scenes leader who richly deserves this recognition especially in addressing disaster volunteer management, food insecurity, and overall coordination efforts with national, state and local emergency

management personnel. She expertly leads meetings with nonprofit partner organizations and keeps all liaisons apprised of disaster response planning objectives, activities, and actionable items. The Long Island Volunteer Center is a member agency of the HWCLI and the LIVOAD and led volunteer recovery efforts as well as established a volunteer recovery center in response to Superstorm Sandy.

Katherine Gibson, an Oyster Bay resident, is receiving the 2023 Lifetime Presidential Volunteer Service Award to honor her volunteer service donating over 4000 hours working for non-profit organizations: Katherine has been volunteering for over 67 years since high school at St. Brendan’s HS where she was the chairman of their charity group. While attending Pace University, she was the newspaper editor. Katherine has been a Rotary member for over 30 years and has held the office of district governor and is currently her chapter’s president. She volunteers for Operation Initiative, and General Needs, both are Veterans Support Groups. She is a Board member of the Bayville Museum and is a Rosary Guild member of St Gertrude’s Roman

Catholic. Katherine is also currently working with seniors at The Life Enrichment Center at Oyster Bay to facilitate a Creative Writing Group, with emphasis on preserving family memories to pass on. This past July, Katherine was honored with a Friends of Veterans award presented by Joseph Saladino, the supervisor of the Town of Oyster Bay. The event was held at Tappen Beach and ended with fireworks by Grucci. She has even jumped out of a plane to raise money for Gift of Life, a Rotary health initiative.

As the primary resource center for volunteerism and community service initiatives in Nassau and Suffolk counties, LIVC is instrumental in connecting local nonprofits with individuals and businesses interested in giving back and looking for ways to serve their communities. Established through the Points of Light Foundation in 1992, LIVC operates year-round

and most of its services are provided free of charge. LIVC is an affiliate of the HandsOn Network since 2008 and in 2011, LIVC was designated by New York State as the Regional Volunteer Center for Long Island. More than 150,000 Long Islanders have volunteered with LIVC or with over 440 partner agencies, according to survey tracking under the Volunteer Generation Campaign which culminated August 2016. In addition to managing several large scale projects, including the Prom Boutique gown giveaway initiative, LIVC mobilized Long Island’s volunteer response teams following Superstorm Sandy. The 30th Anniversary Celebration is open to the public. Tickets are $150 per person and sponsorship packages are available. For information, sponsorships and advertising opportunities please contact 516-564-5482 or livc30@longislandvolunteercenter.org.

In back (left to right): Long Island Volunteer Center board members Paul Salerno, Garden City resident Diana O’Neill (current acting executive director), and David Okorn.

In front (left to right): Joan Cohen, board chair and event organizer Patricia Force, and past Executive Director Simone Solz.

Fashion through the ages at Historical Society

Women’s Health Care of Garden City committed to personalized care

By John L. Gomes, MD

A uniform from St. Paul’s School. A baby's dress.

Please join the Garden City Historical Society for an event to remember! Imagine a walk back in time to view fashion and style as never before. The Garden City Historical Society is hosting a weekend of beauty and grace with an exhibit of “Fashion Through the Ages” from October 27 – 29. The Society will have a display of garments from Victorian days through the 1930s.

On Friday, October 27, from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m., the Society will host a reception at the Museum located at 109 Eleventh Street in Garden City. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased at the A.T. Stewart Exchange within the lower level of the Museum. Tickets will also be available for purchase the evening of the event. As you peruse the exhibit, enjoy light refreshments.

All items presented have been graciously donated to the Society through the years. From glittery garb to men’s and children’s apparel, you will be delighted to spend time taking in the historical significance of this wonderful show.

Can’t make the “Sneak Preview?” Don’t worry, as the exhibit will continue Saturday, October 28, and Sunday, October 29, from 1 – 4 p.m. free of charge.

A Victorian dress.

John L. Gomes, MD, founded Women’s Health Care of Garden City in 1995. It has remained an independent private practice, providing personalized obstetrical and gynecological services.

He employs the technical advances of conventional medicine with an integrative approach to navigate women through difficult pregnancies into the menopausal years. He treats a wide variety of OB/GYN conditions and is dedicated to providing the highest quality of care.

All tests are conveniently done on the premises, and a dedicated, compassionate staff is on call 24/7.

He is committed to excellence in patient communication, education and support, as many patients come with anxiety associated with past experiences and future concerns.

Dr. Gomes received his undergraduate degree from Brown University, and his Doctor of Medicine from Columbia University.

He is both Board Certified and a Fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Women’s Health Care of Garden City is located at 1000 Franklin Avenue, Suite 200, Garden City.

Garden City Real Estate Market Information

95 Ninth Street

RECENT REAL ESTATE SALES IN GARDEN CITY

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

Mortgage Rates this week from www.nerdwallet.com

Long Island Sales Data From One Key MLS

146 Roxbury Road

Date: 9/13/2023

Date: 9/11/2023

Sold price: $2,449,000

5 bedrooms, 3 full baths, 2 half baths

Lot size:.63

Architectural style: Victorian

Annual Taxes: $29,934

MLS number: 3475033

The Seller’s Team: Grace Kusnierek, Daniel Gale Sothebys Intl Realty

The Buyer’s Team: Danielle Nero, Compass Greater NY

Garden City Beauty set on over half acre property! This stunning 5 bedroom 3.5 bath home has been completely renovated offering a sense of ease, luxury and comfort. Set on spectacular private flat .62 acre property with room for a pool ( w/proper permits) multiple bluestone patios and al fresco dining areas perfect for relaxing and entertaining. New outdoor summer kitchen with gas grill/griddle/burner & fieldstone gas firepit complete this outdoor oasis! Over 4700 SF on three levels of living space, combining exquisite architectural detail, custom updates, and every modern amenity. Special features include 10 ft. ceilings, large principal rooms, luxurious primary suite with spa bath and custom designed walk-in closet/dressing room, wonderful open kitchen/family room layout, working chef’s kitchen, pantry, spacious mudroom, 2nd family room/playroom, home office and full basement with outside entry. Recent 2022 renovations, new Strata slate roof, HVAC systems, Turbo hot water heater, Buderus boiler, water filtration & air filtration systems, bluestone walkway/patios, Trex deck, privacy landscaping and much more! All this, plus VERY LOW TAXES, $29,934. Listed on National Historic Registry. Don’t miss this special home!

Sold price: $1,365,000 4 beds, 3 full baths, 1 half bath

Architectural Style: Colonial Annual taxes: $18,357

Lot size: .14 acre

MLS number: 3488320

The Seller’s Team: Barbara Chmil, Howard Hanna Coach

The Buyer’s Team: Elizabeth Breslin, Howard Hanna Coach

Beautifully updated and maintained Colonial located in prime estates section. Entry foyer leads to formal living room with fireplace, formal dining room, eat-in kitchen, den with gas-burning fireplace and half bath. Second floor features primary bedroom with full bath and walkin closet, three additional bedrooms and full bath. Walk-up to third floor with office space and full bath. Full basement with rec room, laundry, storage and utilities. Convenient access to shopping, two train lines and schools. Award winning Garden City School District. A must see!

106 Meadow Street

Date: 9/11/2023

Sold price: $1,100,000

4 bedrooms, 3 full baths

Architectural Style: Tudor Lot size: .16

Annual taxes: $19,166

MLS number: 3478650

The Seller’s Team: Adrienne McDougal Compass Greater NY

The Buyer’s Team: Stephen and Laura Baymack, Compass Greater NY

This 1931 Tudor resides on a 7,000-square-foot tree-lined property in the Eastern section of Garden City. The home has exquisite original architectural details, high ceilings, leaded glass windows, and hardwoods. The welcoming foyer leads into a grand living room with original beams, built-ins, and a stone fireplace. On the other side of the entrance lies a tremendous formal dining room with beautiful leaded glass windows. This leads you into a bright, white eat-in kitchen and a sizeable family room. You can also find a bedroom and a full bath on the first floor. The open staircase brings you to the second floor, where you will enjoy a spacious primary bedroom with an en-suite, two additional bedrooms, and another full bathroom. Walk up to the bonus space on the third floor and appreciate this area’s endless opportunities. The gorgeous manicured backyard is great for entertaining, with a brick patio and a two-car detached garage. IGS round out this beautiful home.

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

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Garden City | 46 Claydon Road | $1,298,000

4 BR, 2 BA | Web# 3494202

Lara Munoz-Corredor: M 917.846.2808

Garden City | 336 Brompton Road | $899,999

3 BR, 3 BA | Web# 3487050

Brian Pryke: M 516.286.8536

Erin Fleischmann: M 516.864.1977

Open House Tuesday 9/19 from 7 – 8pm Garden City South | 211 Nassau Boulevard

Unit A | 3 BR, 2 BA | $4,200/month | Web# 3497901

Unit B | 3 BR, 2 BA | $4,500/month | Web# 3498212

Guy Seneque: M 516.341.2573

Under Contract | Garden City | $2,099,000

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

Katarzyna “Katrina” Kamer: M 917.548.7106

Catherine Gerspach: M 516.238.3771

Under Contract | Garden City | $875,000 4BR, 3 BA | Web# 3489693

Katarzyna “Katrina” Kamer: M 917.548.7106

Catherine Gerspach: M 516.238.2771

Under Contract | Garden City | $359,000

1 BR, 1 BA Co-Op | Web# 3500092

Erin Fleischmann: M 516.864.1977

1 Half BA Condo | Web# 3477018

Jennifer Davan: M 917.854.2099

LI Choral Society returns to Garden City

The Long Island Choral Society begins its 95th season by returning to its roots in Garden City, establishing a new permanent home at the Garden City Community Church. This site will be both the rehearsal and performance home of the longest continually performing choral group on Long Island. The LICS was founded by Dr Maurice Garabrant of The Cathedral of the Incarnation in Garden City in 1929. The Cathedral and Garden City was the home of the Choral Society for many decades. After some years of searching for a permanent home, it is with pleasure that they announce their return to Garden City. The Garden City Community Church is located at 245 Stewart Ave., Garden City.

The Choral Society has been led by only four conductors in its history with Meredith Elaine Baker leading the group for over forty years until her retirement in 2019. In 2021, Michael C Haigler was chosen to be the fifth conductor.

The Choral Society will be holding auditions for new members interested in joining the all-volunteer group on Mondays, September 11, 18, 25 and October 2, 2023 at the Garden City location. All auditions will be held between 7:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. by appointment. For information or to make an appointment e-mail us at auditions.info@lics.org. Repertoire for the upcoming season will be announced at a future date.

Let your voice be heard!

GCHS teacher to receive science award

Chemistry as well as the Project Lead the Way: Design and Drawing for Production course. Outside the classroom, Mr. Hager co-advises Science Olympiad, the Class of 2025 and the Trojan Spirit Club.

“I am honored and humbled to be named a recipient of this award and look forward to continuing to grow and finetune my instructional practices this coming school year,” Hager said. “I’d like to thank my mentor, Patty Mannion, my colleagues, and our building administrators for all of their support during the beginning of my year. I take great pride in providing my students with an authentic, inquiry-based science education in which they learn to problem-solve as well as make connections to realworld phenomena.”

Charles Hager, science teacher at Garden City High School, will receive the Nicholas Romano Chemistry Award. Photo courtesy of Garden City Public Schools

Garden City High School science teacher Charles Hager has been chosen to receive the Nicholas Romano Chemistry Award from the Science Teachers Association of New York State at their annual conference from Nov. 3-6 in Syracuse. Hager is a second year science teacher at GCHS who teaches Regents and Honors

According to their website, the Nicholas Romano Chemistry Award is funded in memory of Nicholas Romano who was a chemistry teacher at John Jay High School in East Fishkill. He was a veteran of World War II serving as an aircraft engineer in the Army Air Corp, a pharmacist, chemistry teacher, author and publisher of engineering text books and HS review books. The purpose of the award is to encourage New York chemistry educators to join the organization and attend the annual conference in Syracuse. The award recognizes the achievements of chemistry teachers within their second through fifth year of teaching.

Vinyl record show planned for Sept. 30

The annual Vinyl Revolution Record Show will take place on Saturday, September 30, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the St. Paul's Field House, 295 Stewart Ave., Garden City.

Thousands of collectible and rare

vinyl records will be available, plus CDs, DVDs and memorabilia, with 80 vendors from throughout the east coast. Admission is $5.

For more information please go to www.vinylrevolutionrecordshow.com

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Garden City real estate, reimagined.

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Laura Carroll Lic. RE Salesperson Founding Agent M: 917.370.5354

Maureen Lagarde Lic. RE Salesperson Founding Agent M: 516.850.7812

Alexandra Parisi Lic. Assoc. RE Broker Founding Agent M: 516.427.6878

Athena Menoudakos Lic. RE Salesperson Founding Agent M: 516.316.4955

Patrick M. McCooey Lic. Assoc. RE Broker Founding Agent M: 516.236.4287

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EAB offers tours of Covanta waste facility

The Garden City Environmental Advisory Board will be offering tours to the public of the Covanta Hempstead facility.

The Garden City Environmental Advisory Board is offering two tours of the Covanta Hempstead facility to the public. This facility is where Garden City’s trash goes to be incinerated, and it is located at 600 Merchants Concourse in Westbury. It can easily be seen near the Stewart Avenue exit of the Meadowbrook Parkway.

The two tours will take place on Friday, September 29, and Thursday, October 12. Both tours will start at 10:00 a.m and end at 11:30 a.m. The

tours are limited to 25 people, so we will be registering residents who wish to attend on a first come, first served basis until the limit is reached. Email Elizabeth Bailey at emb158@aol.com to register. Specify which tour you are signing up for, and how many people will be coming. The deadline for registering is Friday, September 22, for the tour on September 29 and Thursday, October 5, for the tour on October 12. Wear comfortable shoes as some walking through the facility is involved.

CPOA to meet on September 18

The Central Property Owners’ Association (CPOA) invites all residents of the Central section to attend its monthly meeting on Monday, September 18, at 7:30 p.m. at the Senior Center on Golf Club Lane. A Zoom link will be available and posted on the CPOA website gccpoa.org

The first speaker will be Liz Gaffney, BOE rep. She will speak at 7:30, prior to

that evening’s BOE Work Session. The CPOA will also hear from BOT Trustee Bruce Torino with his update on the Village. There will also be monthly committee and Board reports (Recreation, Library, Traffic, Environmental) as well as the opportunity for residents to raise issues that interest them.

Please see gccpoa.org for ongoing information.

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New principal named at St. Anne’s School

The Diocese of Rockville Centre recently named Dr. Thomas J. Fasano as the new principal at St. Anne’s School in Garden City.

Dr. Fasano began his career in education as a high school social studies teacher, baseball coach, and mock trial club advisor in the late 1980s. He was appointed Dean of Students at Massapequa High School in 1995 He was then appointed Assistant Principal at Kings Park High School in 1998 and then Principal in 2000. Fasano earned his doctorate in educational administration from St. John’s University in Queens.

He was appointed Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources in the Massapequa School District in 2008, then Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction in 2010 until his retirement from the public school system this past July.

Dr. Fasano graduated from Chaminade High School in Mineola and then St. John’s University, earning a bachelor’s and master’s degree in history.

“I am honored to have the opportunity to return to my roots as principal, and in particular to support the continued growth and success of the faith-based, family-centered learning community long established here at

St. Anne’s School,” said Dr. Fasano. “Parents and staff are clearly committed to their children’s school and to the St. Anne’s parish community.”

Superintendent of Schools for the

Diocese of Rockville Centre said, when welcoming all of the new principals to the Diocese’s schools, “We welcome these new principals into the Catholic administrative community. Our office

will work closely and support them in their efforts to continue the long tradition of excellence in Catholic education.”

St. Anne’s School Principal Dr. Thomas Fasano, left, with students and St. Anne’s Pastor, Msgr. Thomas Harold

Irene Woo, CPA, CMFO Village of Garden City Village Treasurer

Robert P. Smith, Esq.

Hawkins Delafield & Wood Village Bond Counsel

Richard Tortora, Esq. & Diana Castaneda Capital Markets Advisors

» Current State of Village Bonding

» Credit Rating Discussion

» When the Village Typically Issues Bonds

» Notes vs Bonds

» NYS Local Finance Law

» Municipal Bond Issuance Process

» Funding Alternatives

» How Impact to Taxpayers is Determined

» A Look at the Numbers

Adelphi to host virtual cybersecurity workforce panel

A panel of cybersecurity industry experts will share their best practices and lessons learned at a panel hosted by Adelphi University’s Willumstad School of Business on September 28. The event will be held virtually via Zoom at 12 p.m.

“Cybersecurity in the Workforce: Best Practices and Lessons Learned” will focus on the common misconceptions of cybersecurity, how to manage and minimize cybersecurity threats, the latest innovations and advancements, and the future of the industry.

Panelists will include Barbara Porter, chief operating officer and chief technology officer at Fragrance.com, Christos Tulumba, chief information security officer at Veritas Technologies and Kelly Del Sorbonne, senior consultant of financial services at EY. The panel will be moderated by Kees Leune, PhD, associate professor of mathematics and computer science and information security officer at Adelphi. About the panelists: Barbara Porter

Barbara Porter has spent over 13 years with Fragrance.com and cur-

rently serves as its Chief Operating Officer and Chief Technology Officer. Her 35-year career also includes roles with 1800flowers.com, Getty Petroleum Corp., and Global Computer Supplies (now part of Global Industrial). Porter has a BS in Computer Science from New York Tech, an MBA from UMass Amherst, and is in her final semester of an MS in Cybersecurity from New York University.

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I understand that nearly all residents are ready for a decision to be made on the St. Paul’s Main Building, though they may differ on what they want that decision to be.

As your Mayor, I am committed to providing residents with the truth about the condition of the building, what we know about the cost of different options, and how the Village could finance any project, whether it is a preservation project or demolition. I hope all residents participate in this important opportunity to voice their opinions on the future of the St. Paul’s Main Building. You will not hear me advocating for any particular outcome because I feel strongly that I need to understand the wishes of residents on this topic that has divided our Village for so many years in order to lead us to a decision effectively.

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We have heard your questions about how a St. Paul’s project could be financed. We understand that you want to know the impact any St. Paul’s project would have on the financial health of the Village and on your tax bill.

Residents are invited to attend an information session in person at the Senior Center or by Zoom on Tuesday, September 26th at 7:00 p.m. The program will include an overview of the Village financial position by our Treasurer, Irene Woo, details on the municipal bond issuance process by Bond Counsel, and financing options and impact on taxes by our Financial Advisors. The program will be taped and shared on the Village webpage for any residents who are unable to attend in person or by Zoom. All residents with finance related questions should submit them to stpaulsquestions@gardencityny. net so we can make sure the content is comprehensive.

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Vehicle entered

An item was reported stolen from a vehicle parked on Lindbergh Street on September 6th.

Unauthorized account

On September 6th a victim reported that an unauthorized cellphone account had been opened using their identity without permission.

Stolen bike

On September 6th a bicycle was reported stolen from the vicinity of the Nassau County Court complex.

Lost and found

On September 6th Garden City Police officers investigated a possible stolen vehicle report in the County Court complex. They determined it was not stolen; they located it in an adjacent lot.

Passing stopped bus

Three motorists were charged with passing stopped school buses with their warning lights activated on September 6th.

Stolen car

A vehicle was reported stolen from a Cambridge Avenue driveway on September 7th.

Multiple violations

On September 7th a Clinton Road commercial driver was charged with driving with a suspended license, unregistered trailer, and multiple equipment violations.

Excessive speed

A Rockaway Avenue motorist was charged with driving with a suspended registration and excessive speed on September 7th.

Broken sprinkler

Garden City Police and Firefighters responded to Adelphi University on September 7th for a fire alarm. They determined the cause to be a broken sprinkler.

Vehicle damaged

A delivery vehicle was damaged by unknown means while parked in a loading zone in Parking Field 7S on September 7th.

Excessive speed in school zone

A Rockaway Avenue motorist was charged with unlicensed operation and excessive speed in a school zone on September 7th.

Fraudulent transactions

On September 8th Garden City Police investigated a report of numerous fraudulent transactions against a victim’s bank and credit card accounts.

Unsafe lane usage

On September 8th a Stewart Avenue motorist was charged with unlicensed operation and two unsafe lane usage violations.

Unauthorized account

On September 8th a victim reported that their identity was stolen and used to open an unauthorized cellphone account.

Excessive speed

A Rockaway Avenue motorist was charged with unlicensed operation and excessive speed in a school zone on September 8th.

Bus crash

A vehicle left the scene after being in a collision with a NICE bus on Clinton Road on September 8th.

Vehicle damaged

A vehicle was reportedly damaged by unknown means while parked on 15th Street on September 8th.

No trucks

Three Clinton Road truck operators were charged with disregarding no commercial vehicle signs on September 8th.

Unauthorized accounts

On September 9th a victim reported that their identity was used to open unauthorized credit card accounts.

Suspended license

A Clinton Road motorist was charged with driving with a suspended license, excessive speed, and unsafe lane usage on September 9th.

Gas odor

Garden City Police and Firefighters responded to a residence on September 9th for an odor of natural gas. Upon investigation, all appeared to be in order.

Suspended license

A Meadow Street motorist was charged with driving with a suspended license and passing a stop sign on September 9th.

Steam alarm

Garden City Police and Firefighters responded to Adelphi University on September 9th for a fire alarm and determined the cause to be shower steam.

Lights out

Garden City Police responded to a traffic light malfunction on Hilton Avenue and 2nd Street on September 9th.

House fire

Garden City Police responded to Wellington Road on September 10th and assisted Garden City Firefighters who extinguished a working fire inside a vacant home. GCPD, GCFD, Nassau County Fire Marshal, and NCPD Arson Squad are investigating the incident.

Excessive speed

A Franklin Avenue motorist was charged with driving with a suspended license and excessive speed on September 10th.

Burnt food

Garden City Police and Firefighters responded to a 7th Street restaurant for a fire alarm on September 10th. They determined the cause to be burnt food.

Fallen limb

Garden City Police responded to New Hyde Park Road for a large fallen tree limb blocking the roadway on September 10th.

Man attempts access to school

On September 11th Garden City Police responded to Hemlock School for a male subject attempting to enter the school via two different doors while an after-school program was in session. When confronted by a School Security Officer, he fled the scene. Officers located the subject on Old Country Road and determined that he had allegedly just committed a larceny at Barnes and Noble in Carle Place. NCPD Officers responded to the scene and assumed custody of the man.

Shoplifting

A subject reportedly entered Walgreens on September 11th, stole multiple items, and fled the scene on a bicycle.

Stolen tire

A tire was reported stolen from an electric bike chained to a Garden City Plaza fence.

Excessive speed

A Rockaway Avenue motorist was charged with driving with a suspended license and excessive speed in a school zone on September 11th.

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The Kordes K orner

John Ellis Kordes

PhotograPhy history

This past summer residents received glossy post cards with “pie in the sky” ideas for the building. The word “affordable” actually appeared. Please, enough with the spin. First of all, these names of these groups - “the Alliance for this”, “the Committee to save that”, “For a better this and that.” I don’t like the anonymous nature of it all. If you wrote it - put your name on it! My name is at the top of this column and I am going to tell you the truth. The residents need to know the truth as to the actual condition of this building. They need to know the real costs involved to the taxpayers short term and long term. If this was a house it would have been condemned a long time ago.

We have a village Senior Center that supposedly cost a million dollars not too long ago. Recently, the floors needed replacing, pipes have burst among visibly shoddy workmanship. Do I want to trust the Village with an open ended commitment of hundreds of millions of taxpayer dollars to try and breathe life into the corpse of the 1883 St. Paul’s building over the next ten to twenty years? No! Absolutely not! This is not the role of a small village government. It would become the ultimate money pit. We need to elect trustees with the backbone to start presenting plans for that property once the building is removed. Yes, it is time (long overdue!) to go down that path (perhaps the clock tower could be saved).

This is a closeup of a photo I had used in a previous column. I took this photo a long time ago of the cornerstone of the St. Paul’s School building. It is located at the base of the clock tower. When I first published it, it was to show the year 1879. People asked me what the writing on the cornerstone says. Well, it is written in Latin and my Latin is a bit rusty since my school days especially since I actually took four years of French (c’est la vie!). However, even though many of the letters have worn away I believe it says “Beware the money pit.”

So, as you know, the St. Paul’s building has become a very, very old and divisive subject in this village. For over 30 years we have watched this magnificent building and memorial to A.T. Stewart deteriorate into a decomposed train wreck of a building. The whole 30 year episode in our history is an embarrassment. There is no getting around that.

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Look, it’s not that I am not sympathetic to those who for decades wanted to save the St. Paul’s building and re-purpose it for the 21st Century. Hey, that was me! I was there from the very beginning of all of this and I was an active and huge proponent of saving St. Paul’s. However, after over 30 years of neglect and decay we have to admit this village failed. It’s a huge failure and it was wrong. However, trying to correct this “wrong” with a huge never ending burden on the taxpayers of this village in the future is to me equally wrong and two wrongs don’t make a right.

When St. Paul’s is inevitably taken down it will be a sad day in a sad chapter in Garden City’s history. However, it will, in time, also be a relief as this divisive subject is finally put out of its misery and Garden City can reunite and move forward as one united village. I honestly believe A.T. Stewart would want that.

By the way, the cornerstone in Latin reads: “Pro Christo et Ecclesia et Litteris Humanis.” In English it translates to: “For Christ and Church and Human Literature.”

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Burnt food

Garden City Police and Firefighters responded to a 7th Street apartment on September 11th for a fire alarm. They determined the cause to be burnt food.

Light malfunction

Garden City Police responded to New Hyde Park Road and Stewart Avenue for a traffic light malfunction on September 11th.

Backpack stolen

A backpack was reportedly stolen from a vehicle parked in Parking Field 9E on September 12th.

Truck tickets

A Clinton Road truck driver was

charged with speeding in a school zone, passing a red traffic light, and defective brakes on September 12th.

False alarms

On September 12th the GCFD and GCPD responded to five calls at various locations for fire alarm activations. They determined they were all set in error.

Leaving the scene

A vehicle left the scene after colliding into the rear of another vehicle on Stewart Avenue on September 12th.

Speeding in school zone

On September 12th a Cherry Valley motorist was charged with speeding in a school zone and failure to yield to a pedestrian in a crosswalk.

Our

North/South:

1st Place: Pat Fontaine and Ellen Moynahan

2nd Place: Joan Kiernan and Athena Philippides

The winners of the September 11, 2023 games: East/West:

1st Place (Tie): Grace Basile and Joan Cowie; Peggy Burns and Iris Sackstein

2nd Place: Nick Basile and Bill Draybk

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

Trip to the Nassau County Museum of Art

Please join Recreation and Parks on a trip to the Nassau County Museum of Art in Roslyn and lunch at Mim’s on September 20. We will travel by Recreation bus to the museum where we will receive a guided tour. After enjoying the museum we will travel to Mim’s for lunch.

Space is limited and registration and payment is necessary to attend this trip. The cost will be $20 in check made payable to “Nassau County Museum of Art” which will be needed at the time of registration. In addition, please bring $47 in cash on the day of the trip in order to pay for your lunch.

If you have any questions, please call the Senior Center at 385-8006. No reservations will be taken over the phone.

Want to Play Chess?

“Chess4Community” has graciously offered to give free chess lessons to our seniors. This program will begin on Wednesday, September 8, and run for

four weeks. The one-hour class will be held at the Senior Center at 3 p.m. This program will be run by USCF players. For further information or to register for this program please call the Senior Center at 385-8006 or come down and join in!

Chi Kung Exercise and Meditation with Andrea

Please join Andrea Albergo for chi kung, which is considered a beautiful, peaceful path for body, mind and spirit. Andrea will show how to create a peaceful body by combining movement, breathing and meditation. This class is geared for seniors or the beginner adult. This six-week session will begin Thursday, September 14, and will be held at 1 p.m. at Garden City’s Senior Center. The price for the session is $ 45.

To register this class, please visit the Recreation Office at 108 Rockaway Ave with payment.

Adult Art Class at Cluett Hall

The Garden City’s Department of Recreation and Parks will offer an adult art class this fall. This 10-week program will teach the beginner as well as the advanced student the art of painting portraits and landscapes/still-life in pastel from photographs. Arleen Rueth

Urban, the instructor for this program, is a signature member of the Pastel Society of America.

Classes will be held Fridays from 9 to 11:30 a.m. The cost of this program will be $ 140. This class is open to adult residents who reside in the Inc. Village of Garden City. Classes are held in St. Paul’s Cluett Hall beginning Friday, September 8.

The first lesson includes a portrait and landscape demonstration. At that time, a supply list is provided.

Demonstrations will be available as needed throughout the program. Each student will receive the individual attention required as they move at their own pace and level of expertise.

To register for this session please visit the Recreation and Parks office at 108 Rockaway Avenue. If you have a password, you may register online at gcreconline.gardencityny.net.

Exercise Schedule at the Senior Center

Our Senior Center is back to a “regu-

lar” schedule with many classes to tone, strengthen, and stretch your bodies. These classes are open to Garden City residents ages 60 or older. Here are the classes we offer:

Mondays

Chair Exercise with Felicia at 10 a.m.

Tuesdays

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

Wednesdays

Chair Exercise with Felicia at 10 a.m.

Thursdays

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

Fridays

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

Chair Yoga with Maggie at 12:15 p.m.

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

About to hit a milestone?

our FAQ page is expanding, we will be organizing the information into categories: 1) Questions about the details of the upcoming Community Poll 2) Questions about how any project would be financed and the impact on taxes, 3) Environmental Impact Questions on a demolition or preservation project, and 4) Questions about the structure of the building and what preliminary cost estimate numbers we have at this time. The importance of gauging community support cannot be underestimated, and that is why we need to hear from you on October 21st!

Thank You Garden City Fire Department

On behalf of the Garden City community, thank you to Fire Chief Matthew Pearn and members of the Garden City Volunteer Fire Department for conducting the 22nd annual remembrance ceremony of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. Twenty-two years have passed since the attacks though for many if feels like yesterday. We gathered to pay tribute to the many lives lost, recognizing the 23 residents of our Village. We joined in praying for their families and friends whom we hope seek solace in this annual remembrance ceremony. May we all never forget.

Policy and protocol for requesting Traffic Control Devices

Last week we shared the policy and protocol for requesting traffic calming devices. This week we will discuss traffic control devices. Traffic Control Devices are markings on road surfaces, signs and signal devices as well as barriers used to inform, guide and control traffic, including pedestrians, motor vehicle drivers and bicyclists. The Traffic Commission and/or the Village Board of Trustees may install and remove Traffic Control Devices for public safety reasons at any time. To find out more about the procedure to apply for any traffic control device, visit the Traffic Commission page on the Village website.

Important information about lead in your drinking water

The Incorporated Village of Garden City found elevated levels of lead in drinking water in 16 of 65 homes recently tested. Issues involving lead were discussed in previous Village notices. We continue to advise that if you are either unsure about the material composition of your service line or lead levels, please refrain from drinking water directly from the tap and either use a filter certified to remove lead or drink bottled water, until further notice. As determined by routine samples from the 10 Village wells that are the source of Village water, the source water has not been found to contain lead. When

water is in contact with pipes [or service lines] or plumbing materials that contain lead for several hours, the lead may enter drinking water. Homes built before 1986 are more likely to have plumbing containing lead. New homes may also have lead; even “lead-free” plumbing may contain some lead. If lead-containing plumbing materials are identified in your home, you may want to consider testing your water for lead to determine how much lead is in your drinking water. To request a lead test call 516-465-4017 and leave a message or email gardencitysampling@h2m.com and a representative from H2M will contact you to deliver a water sampling kit. If you know that you do not have a lead service line, run the cold water tap for no less than two minutes after any period of non-use, and until it becomes cold or reaches a steady temperature before using it for drinking or cooking. This flushes any lead from any internal plumbing within your home.

If a resident wants to find out if they have a lead service line, the Village sent out a self-evaluation form to determine the material of the service entering your house. You may also request that the Village sample your water and we will drop off and pick up sample bottles for your use. More information can be found on the Village’s Water Department page. The Environmental Advisory Board (EAB) meeting next week, September 20, 2023, will include information on this important topic.

Gold Lights for Pediatric Cancer Awareness

The Village is planning a display of gold lights to raise awareness of pediatric cancers for Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month. Please follow the Village website and social media for more details.

Back to School Safety Series: Stranger Danger

This is the final part of the four-part series of articles by the Garden City Police Department addressing Back to School Safety Issues. The previous three articles addressed Safe Driving Practices, School Bus Safety, and Pedestrian/Bicyclist Safety. This week’s article will cover Stranger Danger. Parents, Grandparents, Guardians, and Teachers are encouraged to use this article to help teach their children about Stranger Danger.

It is essential to explain to children that strangers can look like ordinary people, not monsters. A stranger is someone that you do not know very well or do not know at all. Experts recommend that parents or guardians role-play with their children about how someone might approach them, such as offering candy, asking for help, or if they’d like to come and meet their new

puppy. You should teach your child to give a firm “NO” and walk away. When you role-play with your children, keep it matter-of-fact and calm so you do not overly frighten them. Part of protecting children is not just pointing out dangers but also teaching them confidence; this will help them to make good decisions in potentially harmful situations.

• Teach your children to trust their own instincts. They should trust that feeling in their gut that tells them if something is safe or not. You can describe it as the feeling in your tummy that gives you butterflies if something seems wrong.

• Tell your children never to approach a vehicle or someone asking for directions; adults do not need advice from children.

• There is safety in numbers; whenever possible, do not walk alone.

• Carry your cell phone for use in emergencies.

• NEVER accept rides from strangers.

• Parents develop a secret password that only your family knows. Tell your kids they should NEVER go with anyone unless they know the secret password. Tell your children that they should NEVER share this secret password with anyone.

• If you think someone is following you, go to the nearest school official, business, residence, or Police Officer for help.

• If vehicle occupants are harassing you, you should turn around and walk in the opposite direction. The driver will have to turn around or back up to follow you.

• When you are approaching your home, have your door key ready so you can enter immediately.

• Teach your children that if someone attempts to take them or grab them, they should fall to the ground and start screaming and kicking, bite if necessary, and do anything it takes. They should make as much noise as possible and create as much diversion as possible to draw the attention of other people in the area.

If you think something is out of the ordinary, report it to the police immediately. Please do not wait until it is too late. Information the police need is:

• The vehicle’s license plate number, make/model, and color.

• Description of the subject; gen-

der, race, approximate age, weight, and height.

• A description of the subject’s clothing.

• Length and color of the subject’s hair; any unusual marks, scars, tattoos, jewelry, hat worn, glasses, etc.

• Last direction of travel of the subject; either on foot, bicycle or by vehicle. Strangers often use the internet to prey on their victims. Keep home computers in a busy area of the house, and periodically check your child’s computer, cell phone, etc. Children should never give out their name, address, phone number, or school name. Never arrange face-to-face meetings with anyone they meet online. Never go into chat rooms unless their parents say it is okay. Never open emails from someone they do not know, and never go to links they do not recognize. Children should always tell an adult if they see something on the internet that makes them feel uncomfortable.

The Garden City Police Department encourages everyone to take advantage of these safety tips and the others covered in the three previous articles. If you missed any of the earlier articles, visit the Garden City Police Department’s page. The Police Department wishes everyone a safe and healthy school year.

Garden City Library resumes Sunday hours

The Garden City Public Library resumed Sunday hours on Sunday, September 10, 2023. The Library is once again open on Sundays from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Check the Library website at www. gardencitypl.org for updates.

Happening This Week in Garden City

Tuesday, September 19th

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

Wednesday, September 20th

10:45 a.m. Trip to Nassau County Museum of Art. Bus departs from the Senior Center. Must register.

7:00 p.m. Teen Paint Night at the Library. Must register.

7:30 p.m. Environmental Advisory Board Meeting at Village Hall and via Zoom. There will be a special presentation on water.

Thursday, September 21st

1:00 p.m. Chi Kung with Andrea at the Senior Center. Nominal fee.

11:15 a.m. Yoga with Maggie at the Senior Center

Adults Only Ballet Classes

Last Weekend in Sports

BY BOB MORGAN, JR.

There often seems to be a close relationship between the ups and downs in sports, and those in life generally. This past weekend was very much a case in point.

You start out with baseball. While the Mets have been clear underachievers all season, until last week there seemed to be at least a ray of hope for the Yankees. Through Wednesday, they had won five games in a row, eight of nine, and had edged over the .500 mark. Some of the long-dormant bats had begun to emerge and the pitching remained pretty solid. A new prospect, Jasson Dominguez, age 20, had hit three homers in his last five games. Yankee fans were beginning to have tentative hope that the surge might continue and the team just might make the playoffs.

But no. The Yankees lost three straight blowout games at home to the Tigers and Brewers, pretty much eliminating the team from any possible contention. At this writing, the Yankees sit 7.5 games out of the final playoff berth, with only 18 games to play. And somewhat ironically, in light of the injury problems that have plagued the Yankees, even their new hope, Dominguez, suffered a season ending elbow injury and may need surgery.

save a set point before winning in a tiebreaker. It was Djokovic's 24th major tournament championship, and he certainly ranks as one of the great players ever.

Then there was the local football. The Giants hosted the Dallas Cowboys in what figured to be a tight game on a rainy Sunday night at Met Life. Indeed, the Giants' opening drive looked good as they got inside the Cowboys' 5 yard line. However, a series of miscues led to a blocked field goal returned for a touchdown and things went totally downhill from there. The game ended up as a disastrous 40-0 rout for the Cowboys, with 7 sacks of Daniel Jones. The Giants seemed overmatched, particularly on the offensive line, and it remains to see if they will be able to regroup.

I did attend one sporting event in person, the Jets game against Buffalo, and it was truly a bittersweet event.

“Ballet is a great workout for an aging body.”

-- The New York Times Ballet in recent years has shown a significant revival among adults. While yoga and Pilates offer flexibility training, ballet includes a whole range of movement of what the body can do, including balance which is a vital skill as you age, for longevity and quality of life.

Classes for Adults Only Ballet, tailored to students’ abilities, are being offered by Jeanne P. Kogut, a longtime classical ballet teacher and resident of Garden City.

Jeanne Kogut is a Life Member of

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the Royal Academy of Dance (R.A.D.) England and the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing of Great Britian (I.S.T.D.), former director of the Academy of Dance Garden City, and faculty member of the Cathedral School of St. Mary. Prior to moving to Long Island she held teaching positions at the Boston Conservatory Dance Dept., and the Walnut Hill School of Performing Arts, Natick, Massachusetts.

Coordinating movement to music feeds not only your body, but also your soul, concluded Jeanne Kogut.

For more details please call 516-2481864.

On a happier note were the last rounds of the US Open tennis. The new women's champion, Coco Gauff, an American, is just 19 years old. I don't claim to be a tennis expert, but she put on a nice rally to win her match against the number one ranked player, Arnya Sabalenka. In addition, Gauss comports herself like a champion. I also watched the finals match on the men's side between Novak Djokovic and Daniil Medvedev. Although Djokovic won in straight sets, the second set, which lasted 90 minutes, was a really amazing display by both players. There was a series of one long volley after another, with Djokovic having to

A friend of mine, a Jets ticket holder since the 1960’s, was nice enough to give my son and me tickets to the much awaited Monday night game. As it happened traffic was intense and we arrived a few minutes late. As we walked into the stadium. they had the radio play by play of the game on, and the announcer was talking about substitute quarterback Zach Wilson, rather than Aaron Rodgers. When we got to our seats, we learned that Rodgers had been injured on the first series of plays. Later we learned that he would be out for at least a month, and now it turns out to be a season ending injury. The crowd, stunned at first, heavily got into the game, and the Jets, led by a tenacious defense that forced four turnovers, eked out a win in overtime on a punt return. Obviously, however, the loss of Rodgers is a huge blow to the Jets.

So it was quite a weekend, full of triumphs, defeats, and above all, uncertainty. Not completely like life, but not too far away either.

Ballet teacher Jeanne P. Kogut is offering classes for adults.

the time of the proposal the costs were in the $40 million plus range. The Save St. Paul’s sentiment remains to be a sticking point in every discussion of the building alternatives.

(4) The costs of both alternatives for the main building now on the table are pretty clear. We are talking about numbers over $50 million and possibly exceeding $100 million.

(5) The many committees reviewing the St Paul’s main building have not identified an important community need that could be cost justified by any of the current building alternatives.

(6) The residents over the 20 year period have suggested other uses for the currently unused 5-8 acres, including a community center, a theater, an indoor soccer field, a STEM facility for GC students, more field space and others. There would be plenty of space for one or more of these needs if the building were demolished.

(7) Let’s address the historic value of the building. It was a private school for approximate 300 male students, with a dormitory wing, a classroom wing and a chapel wing. There are no large spaces outside of the chapel and the construction method limits room expansion. It was built with Stewart family money (Garden City founders). Few Garden City residents attended the school and 99% of the current Garden City residents have never been in the building. Saving a house is one thing, saving a 130,000 square building is another! The current Garden City Historical Society building is an example of how the Village has tried to preserve part our Villages history. That house was saved by the Village and moved through the streets of GC to its current location near the senior center.

(8) Why a Poll. It appears to me that the current Garden City Village Board cannot come to a consensus on the direction to take. I wish that they would individually express their position on the issue. They are smart people. We voted to have them make this difficult decision.

So my bottom line is simple: Take down the building. And if the Village Board needs our help to make this decision, I encourage all residents to vote for Demolition. Let’s move on!

Jon Schwieger

A summer of discontent

To the Editor:

The Summer of 2023 will be one we will remember but maybe hope to forget. Just some of the issues we faced:

• Proposal to build the second largest casino in the country one mile from our village

• Contentious decision to set the date for an opinion poll to decide the fate of St. Paul’s

• Cancellation of the traditional promenades due to misbehaved teenagers

• Dreaded Spotted Lantern fly arrives in the village

• Disturbing criminal activity at Roosevelt Field

We have two very significant issues ahead for this fall. All residents need to get educated on the two options for St. Paul’s — preservation or demolition. Visit the Village’s website often for information and updates about this important opinion poll on Saturday, October 21st — www.gardencityny. net/291/St-Pauls

Second, be sure to visit www. nocasinonassau.org to stay abreast of how you can get engaged to defeat the massive casino proposed at the site of the Nassau Coliseum. The only way we can defeat this casino is with more resident engagement and more volunteers.

As to the promenade, hopefully the village can find a new venue to allow adults, teenagers, and children to come together in a safe manner in 2024.

As for the Spotted Lantern fly, try the Pine Sol trap (equal parts water and Pine Sol and 2 packets of sugar), buy some tree traps and/or just step on them.

Rich Catalano

Call it stealing

To the Editor:

In the September 1st issue on page 1 in the first paragraph explaining the cancellation of the September Promenades you give the reason as “a large group of kids entered the store, became disruptive and took items without paying”.

That’s stealing and that what it should be called. When you don’t call it what it is you minimize the act. Most stores have cameras and this should become a police matter. If we want Garden City to stay a desirable community we have to have zero tolerance for

this behavior. Now the entire community misses out on a nice event do to a small percentage of kids.

Michael Ilardi

Normalization of crime

To the Editor:

The front page of the September 1st edition of ‘The Garden City News’ included an article about the canceled Friday night promenades. In the article, cancellation of these gatherings was due in part to, “a large group of kids,” that entered a certain store and, “took items without paying.” Back in the not too distant past - we referred to that as the act of ‘stealing’…and if you stoleyou were a thief. The normalization of crime today is detrimental for our children.

Kathy Keane

Protests church closing

To the Editor:

In your Friday, June 9, 2023 issue in an article entitled “Episcopal Diocese launches new mission in Carle Place” you quote Bishop Lawrence Provenzano as saying “It was not easy [emphasis added] when St. Mary’s ceased to be a worshiping community . . .” As a former senior warden and thirty-plus year member of St. Mary’s parish, I take issue with that statement. Contrary to what the bishop said, it was VERY easy for St. Mary’s to become ”ceased”; surreptitiously one overnight he had the locks to the church and parish hall changed and shut the parishioners out!

In the early spring of 2022, with but two hours’ notice, St. Mary ‘s senior warden was summoned by Provenzano and summarily told, in no uncertain terms, that he [Provenzano] was closing St. Mary’s. (He would not even extend the courtesy of extending the closing until after Easter services last year). The parish sought legal advice, which apparently infuriated Provenzano; the rest is history.

Although small in numbers, St. Mary’s traditionalists members were quite dedicated and long standing (in fact, one octogenarian member was baptized there). Also (and probably of most interest to the diocese) the parish was self-sufficient and financially sound to the tune of several million dollars! (In the corporate world a prime target for a takeover – could that possibly have been the diocese’s ulterior motive?) But

Conversational, opinionated, wordsmith?

from his very first visit to St. Mary’s, Provenzano and the parishioners were at odds concerning the national church’s “new” liturgy and “revisionist” dogma. In short, for its services the parishioners preferred the services from the beautifully written traditional Book of Common Prayer of 1928 (based on the nearly 500-year-old original) and rejected the liturgical changes imposed by the self-styled progressives of the national church. In short – and in today’s “politically correct, new speak” – the parish was not, and refused to be . . . WOKE!

In just three years, 2026, St. Mary’s would have celebrated its 100th anniversary and, at the time of its closing, plans were being discussed for the centennial. Now, of course, that will not take place; however, irrespective of the diocese’s religious mumbo-jumbo regarding the building’s future use as some sort of “intimate setting of ‘informal formality’” chapel, “St. Mary’s Church” remains an historic landmark, and it will be fondly remembered as the center of many activities for its parishioners as well as the community of Carle Place. Thanks to Bishop Provenzano, it is sorely missed by both its former members and the community at large.

Captain Douglas A. Hard, St. Mary’s Vestry Member (at time of closing)

Bruce Blakeman

To the Editor:

I read Lynn Krug’s expressive comments about County Executive Blakeman, his signs and the cancelled Harry Chapin Tribute, which appeared in a recent issue of the Garden City News. I have also read similar comments about the cancelled Tribute which appeared in Newsday, and likewise strongly worded comments in opposition to the proposed Sands gambling casino complex, which have appeared in both newspapers.

Nowadays, one does not need to look to foreign soil to see the face of one’s enemy; they are here amongst us and with some to be found within the multitiered levels of government.

As for Blakeman, if you take issue with him and his policies (as many seem to do), then ideally use the signs to your advantage, as a handy refreshment reminder to yourself and friends about who he is, and what you believe he represents to your family and community.

John T. Harris

Adelphi to host virtual cybersecurity workforce panel

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Consultant in the Financial Services practice at Ernst & Young, LLP, based in the firm’s Boston office. She has over six years of insurance industry experience with a focus on Management Liability Products (Cyber, D&O, EPL, etc.). Del Sorbo has worked with various clients in the insurance and banking sector to help execute strategic business transformation projects that incorporate product development, experience design, project management and underwriting.

The event is sponsored by Adelphi’s Elizabeth and Allen Don Center for Innovative Technology and Decision Sciences.

Register for this event at: https://www.adelphi.edu/events/ cybersecurity-in-the-workforce-bestpractices-and-lessons-learned/

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Rotary Assists with Salvation Army’s “Back to Schools School Carnival”

As one of its 2023 service projects, on Saturday, September 9, the MineolaGarden City Rotary supported the Salvation Army Hempstead Corps and Community Center at its Back to School Carnival for children whose families are regularly served by the organization with food and basic needs as well as family resource referrals.

Donations of school supplies were secured that included marble and spiral notebooks, paper, scissors, tape, glue, rulers, pens, pencils, folders, 3 ring binders, highlighters, calculator and planners. Ten volunteers were recruited from Rotary, NYU Langone HospitalLong Island, and Xochiq youth group to help with setup at 10 am and for the carnival which ran from 1 to 3:30 pm.

The event served over 325 children who were also treated to games with prizes, a water slide, and ice cream. NYU Langone Hospital-Long Island provided pens/pads, heart shaped bottle opener, canvass shopping bags, and band-aid/alcohol wipe packets.

Mineola-Garden City Rotary has supported the Hempstead-based Salvation Army for over 35 years with an annual

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Staffing the NYU Langone Hospital-Long Island Community Education & Outreach Table from left are: left Jean Zebroski, Volunteer Services Director and Diana O’Neill, Welcome Center Representative, Rotary Co-President and project coordinator, right.

Meg Norris, Rotary Co-President with Major Soo Kim, Nassau County Coordinator and Corps Commanding Officer, The Salvation Army Hempstead Corps and Community Center

Friends donate new book donation bin

Friends

Now book donations to the Friends of the Garden City Public Library are even easier with a brand new book donation bin conveniently located in the Library’s front lobby. The new book bin was donated by the Friends to coincide with the Children’s Room and Circulation area renovation. The book donation bin can accept ongoing donations during Library hours, anytime that is convenient for Library patrons!

The Friends of the Garden City Library welcome your donations of quality books that are gently used. Donated books stock the book sale area

on the first floor of the Library as well as book sale events during the year. Please do not bring magazines, text books or CD’s. All items donated to the Friends of the Garden City Library become the property of the Friends and cannot be reclaimed.

Funds raised from these book sales help to support Library programs for all ages, from toddler music and movement programs to history lectures for adults, from Monday movie matinees to museum passes. Support the Friends who support the Library, by dropping off your book donations today!

Directors Evelyn Fasano and Kathie Wysocki are pictured with Library Director Marianne Malagon next to a book donation bin generously donated by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Library Board Chairperson Randy Colahan visited the Library to make the first official donation to open the new book donation bin as Library Director Marianne Malagon and Assistant Library Director Ralph Guiteau look on.

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Welcome Sunday at Garden City Community Church

mer to prepare for this new year. As our Temporary Minister, Rev. Bonnie McDougall Olson, wrote in her pastor’s message, “Aside from weekly worship, Sunday School is probably the most important ministry a church does. Our commitment to spread the Gospel begins with our littlest ones. Such a commitment takes both parent’s involvement and helpers to provide quality lessons and activities to nurture faith in helping raise the next generation of GCCC members!” Amanda Dias, GCCC Youth Ministry & Outreach Coordinator, has laid out great lessons, crafts,

Oyster Bay Railroad Museum

• Sept 17th, Sunday at the 10:30 a.m. – Welcome Day Worship Service: We welcome back Sunday school students, teachers, and everyone. Registration for children (ages 3 through 5th grade) is now open in person or by using this link: https://gccc.breezechms.com/ form/61c92f148127. Remember to register each child separately. A welcome luncheon after worship will follow on the church lawn.

• September 24th, Sunday at 11:45 a.m.: The Power of FriendshipSunday Forum in the Parlor for a discussion on the “ Power of

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These are other programs and activities for everyone to be part of:

• Music Ensemble: Join our adult choir, bell choir, youth choir or our youth band. Contact Frank Crosio, Minister of Music, muisc@ theGCCC.org.

• Men’s Breakfast: Every first Saturday of the month All men are welcome to join us at the Carle Place Diner at 151 Old Country Rd. in Carle Place for an opportunity to enjoy relaxed fellowship and conversation over a shared meal.

Whoever you are, wherever you are on your life’s journey, you are welcome at GCCC. We have services, events, and programs for all ages. Our Sunday Worship Service is in-person and live-streamed.

Our Purpose: Building a community where all are enriched through Christian Love, Service, and Spiritual Renewal.

Our Vision: Faithfully Reaching Out, Inclusively Drawing In. For information on how to attend our services virtually or in person, please contact the church officechurchoffice@thegccc.org. To get information regarding our virtual and in-person worship services and programs, visit our website at www. theGCCC.org.

The Garden City Community Church is part of the United Church of Christ. It is an Open and Affirming congregation that welcomes people of all ages, races, gender identities, and sexual orientations to participate in the life of our community. We are located at 245 Stewart Avenue between Whitehall Blvd. and Kensington Road. For more information, email churchoffice@thegccc.org or call (516) 746-1700. And as previously mentioned, you may also visit our website, www.theGCCC.org.

THI S WEEK AT ROTARY THI S WEEK AT ROTARY

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holiday bell ringing with donation bucket outside Kings Supermarket in Garden City. Bob Schoelle has served as Rotary coordinator for that effort. Throughout the sese manyyears.

Major Soo Kim who leads the Salvation Army’s Hempstead Corps and Community Center gave a well-received presentation about their programming and community-centered work to Rotary this past spring and gave the invocation for our Community Service Award event on July 6.

Upcoming Speakers and Events

September 26 – Lunch Meeting, Davenport Press, 12:15 pm. John Wilton, guest speaker. Topic: “As the Village Turns”

October 10 - Lunch Meeting, Mineola’s Davenport Press. NC District Attorney Anne Donnelly guest speaker

October 24 – Rotary 7255 District Governor Tom Crowley, guest speaker to speak on Rotary activities & initiatives

November 14 – Guest speaker TBA

November 28 – John Feyrer, guest speaker. Topic: How to navigate Social Media

December 11 – Mineola-Garden City Rotary Holiday Lunch, Noon at the Garden City Hotel

Note: All Mineola-Garden City Rotary lunch meetings are held at Mineola’s Davenport Press Restaurant at 12:15. Reservations for all luncheons & events may be made by emailing Meg Norris, Co-Club President at editor@gcnews.com.

Brooklyn-based Xochiqr youth group led by Robin Gibson-Simms, a nurse with NYU Langone Hospital-Long Island Community Education and Outreach, far right.

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

Volunteers Needed: LEGO Club

Volunteer to help children Grades K-5 during the monthly Children's program LEGO Club! The September session will be held on Tuesday, September 19. The LEGO Club program runs from 4PM-4:45PM. Volunteers are asked to arrive at 3:30PM to help set-up before the start of the program and stay after to help clean up until 5:15PM. Volunteers must be in Grades 6-12 only. Registration to volunteer began Tuesday, September 12 online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Teen Paint Night

Join us on Wednesday, September 20, at 7 p.m. for Teen Paint Night. This program is for tweens and teens in grades 6–12.Registration is required and began Tuesday, September 12, online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. Teens who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Tween Thursdays: Trivia Challenge

Join us for Tween Thursdays and test your trivia knowledge! This program is for tweens in grades 4–7 and is a joint program with the Children’s Department and Young Adult Department. The program will be held Thursday, September 21, at 4 p.m.Registration is required and began Tuesday, September 12 online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. It is Library policy that parents of children under 10 attending a program remain at the Library throughout and meet the child upon completion of the program. Tweens entering Grades 6–12 in fall 2023 who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Tree Ornaments for Community Service: Pumpkin 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 September ornaments are pumpkins, which will be used to decorate the Tweens and Teens Ornament Tree in September. Registration begins September 19 at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www. gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. Completed ornaments must be returned by Thursday, September 28, 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.

Volunteers Needed: Reading Pals

Volunteer to read to and then do a craft with children ages PreKGrade 2 during the program Reading Pals! The September session will be held on Tuesday, September 26. The Reading Pals program runs from 4 p.m.–4:30 p.m. Volunteers are asked to arrive at 3:30 p.m. to review the material before the start of the program and stay until 5 p.m. to help clean up. Volunteers must be in grades 6–12 only. Registration to volunteer begins Tuesday, September 19, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

VolunTeen Artists

Are you artistic? Then join us on Wednesday, September 27, at 6 p.m. for our VolunTeen Artists program and work on art projects for the Library! Participants will earn community service by participating in this program. This program is for tweens and teens in grades 6–12. Registration begins Tuesday, September 19, online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Tweens and Teens Dungeons and Dragons

Join us for Tweens and Teens

Dungeons and Dragons and learn how to play the fantasy role-playing game Dungeons and Dragons by participating in one of our monthly Dungeons and Dragons Meet-Ups! Beginners are welcome! Each meet-up will feature a new self-contained, one-shot adventure and players will be assigned premade

characters to play. Please register via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) to participate in this program. The February session will be held Thursday, September 28, at 4 p.m. Registration begins Tuesday, September 19, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper. Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. Teens who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Teen Crafternoon: Pumpkin Painting for Community Service

Join us on Saturday, September 30 at 3 p.m. for Teen Crafternoon: Pumpkin Painting for Community Service! This program is for tweens and teens in grades 6–12. Registration is required and begins Tuesday, September 19, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www. gardencitypl.org). Participants will be painting mini pumpkins at the program. In order to earn community service, at least one of the pumpkins the participant paints must be given to the Library to be used for the Library’s Pumpkin Scavenger Hunt that will be held October 16–October 31. Afterward, participants can pick up their pumpkin until November 10. Pumpkins will be held no longer than November 10. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Seventh Annual Locked-in-the-Library Halloween Party

Save the Date! The Garden City Public Library's Locked-in-the-Library Halloween Party is back again this year! Join us after hours on Friday, October 20, 6 p.m.–9 p.m. at the Garden City Public Library for the Library’s seventh annual, award-winning Lockedin-the-Library Halloween Party! More details coming soon! This program is for tweens and teens in grades 6–12 only. Registration is required and begins Tuesday, October 10, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl. org). Space is limited, so make sure to register early to reserve your spot at the party! 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 available to patrons to take at

the Library.

To participate, please register online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability.

Volunteers can register once each week for seven weeks for the fall season as follows:

• Registration Week One: Monday, October 2, at 10 a.m. to Friday, October 6 at 4 p.m.

• Registration Week Two: Monday, October 9, at 10 a.m. to Friday, October 13 at 4 p.m.

• Registration Week Three: Monday, October 16, at 10 a.m. to Friday, October 20 at 4 p.m.

• Registration Week Four: Monday, October 23, at 10 a.m. to Friday, October 27 at 4 p.m.

• Registration Week Five: Monday, October 30, at 10 a.m. to Friday, November 3 at 4 p.m.

• Registration Week Six: Monday, November 6, at 10 a.m. to Friday, November 10 at 4 p.m.

• Registration Week Seven: Monday, November 13, at 10 a.m. to Friday, November 17 at 4 p.m.

Bookmarks should be returned no later than Thursday, November 30.

Registrants will be asked to pick up their bookmarks at the Library in order to participate in this community service program. Volunteers must return 10 completed bookmarks in order to receive community service. Volunteers will receive two hours for every 10 bookmarks they submit, at the discretion of the Tweens and Teens Department. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Pumpkin Scavenger Hunt

This year, patrons can participate in a Pumpkin Scavenger Hunt in the Library! Search the Library for mini painted pumpkins, painted by teen volunteers! Patrons can participate in the scavenger hunt anytime they visit the Library between October 16–31. When you successfully complete the Scavenger Hunt, you can submit your completed entry to be entered into a raffle to win a $50 Amazon gift card. Only one entry per person. There will be only one winner. Patrons of all ages can participate! The Scavenger Hunt sheets to participate will be available at the Library beginning October 16. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Paint A Pumpkin for Community Service

Earn community service by painting a pumpkin at home for the Garden City Public Library’s Pumpkin Scavenger Hunt Project! Registration begins Tuesday, October 3, at 10 a.m. Each vol-

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unteer will receive one pumpkin and a set of paint pens to decorate their pumpkin at home. Pumpkin and paint pens must be picked up at the Library. Paint pens must be returned to the library. Volunteers’ pumpkins will be used in the Library’s Pumpkin Scavenger Hunt! Pumpkins are due back no later than Thursday, October 12. Volunteers are also welcome to use their own supplies that they have at home. Volunteers will receive two hours for participating in this project, at the discretion of the Tweens and Teens Department. The pumpkins will be used until the end of October. Afterward, participants can pick up their pumpkins until November 10. Pumpkins will be held no longer than November 10. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Tweens and Teens Holiday Recipe Cards for Community Service

Earn community service by participating in the Library's Tweens & Teens Department Holiday Recipe Card Community Service Project! Each volunteer can submit up to five recipe cards. Recipe cards and volunteer forms can be found at the Library. Volunteers’ recipe cards will be available for other patrons to browse in the Tweens and Teens Room throughout the fall and may also be shared on the Library’s social media pages and website. Volunteers must use the recipe cards provided by the Library to write their recipes on. Volunteers must have previously made the dish they are submitting a recipe for and must include a review of the recipe in the form of coloring in stars on the recipe card (a recipe can receive up to five stars). Recipes should be legible and written as neatly as possible. All volunteers should cite the source in which they found the recipe on their recipe card (a source can be a cookbook or website, but can also be a family member or neighbor). Volunteers must return a volunteer form with their recipe cards; volunteers do not have to submit all 5 recipe cards at once and should do an additional form for recipes they submit at a later date. Recipes will be accepted from October 16, 2023–

December 18, 2023. Please return completed recipe cards and the volunteer form to the Community Service DropOff Box on the metal cabinet in the Tweens & Teens Room. Volunteers will receive one hour for every recipe they submit, at the discretion of the Tweens & Teens Department.

Teen Advisory Board Meeting

The next meeting of the Teen Advisory Board will be held on Tuesday, October 3, at 4 p.m. Registration begins Tuesday, September 26, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl. org). The meeting is for tweens and teens in Grades 6–12. If you are interested in helping to come up with programming ideas, volunteer ideas, or social media outreach ideas for tweens and teens in Grades 6–12, consider joining the Teen Advisory Board. Online applications are available at https://www.gardencitypl.org/teen-advisory-board-application/ Applicants should be in Grades 6–12.

Kindness Cards for Community Service

Spread kindness in the community by participating in a special kindness card-making session on Wednesday, October 4, at 6 p.m.! Use art supplies to create cards featuring positive, uplifting messages, and then bring them home to hand out and help brighten someone's day! Participants will earn community service by participating in this program. This program is for tweens and teens in Grades 6–12. Registration begins Tuesday, September 26, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www. gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Tweens and Teens Yarn Group

Tweens and teens in Grades 4–12 can learn how to knit or crochet during our Tweens and Teens Yarn Group that will be held on Thursday, October 5, at 4 p.m. Registration begins Tuesday, September 26, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. Participants will be able

to take home knitting needles or crochet hooks to continue working on their projects, but must return the knitting needles or crochet hooks they are using by Friday, October 20.

Tweens and teens in Grades 6–12 who know how to knit or crochet can volunteer at this program! Please contact Laura Giunta at laurag@gardencitypl. org if you are interested in volunteering. Teens who complete an online survey after the program can also receive community service for participating in this program.

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

Teen Gamers

Kick off the weekend with our Teen Gamers program! We will have our Nintendo Switch consoles for teens to use as well as tabletop board games and Magic: The Gathering cards for teens to play with. This program is for tweens and teens in Grades 6–12 and will be held Friday, October 6, at 3:30 p.m. Registration begins Tuesday, September 26, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper

for availability. Teens who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

GCPL Tweens and Teens Best Books

2023 Committee: Volunteers Needed!

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

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

The John Lennon Story

This

Historian John Ellis Kordes presents a

beautifully made film tells the story of the Beatles teenage years in Liverpool, and their rise to fame in England before their US debut and worldwide Beatlemania. Filmed entirely on location in Liverpool in 2000.

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Desk.

For more information contact Reference at (516) 742-8405 x5236 or Email: Speakingofbooks@gardencitypl.org.

This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

TLC Home Exteriors

Saturday, September 23

from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Small Meeting Room

Brian Schnee of KL Home Inspection Services LLC will speak about what you should know about your home’s exterior. Learn the fundamentals of what supports your house, and how cracks in various locations can be a sign of concern.

TOPICS OF DISCUSSION:

Monday Movies

Presented by the Friends of the Garden City Library: Mondays at 1:30 p.m.

September Movies

9/18 - “Woman Talking” - 2023104 min

9/25 - “The Covenant” - 2023123 min

October

10/01 - Empire of Light - 2022 - 113 min

September is

Library Card Sign-up Month

Have you been putting off getting yourself a library card? Wait no more! There are many advantages to having a library card. Listed below are just a few of the benefits:

• Borrowing books rather than buying them. Prefer large print? We have that too.

• Waited too long to see that movie in the movie theater? Don’t have streaming capability? The library has a large selection of movies — new and classic!

• Always wanted to be able to pick up your electronic device and read a book? With a library card you can do just that!

• Prefer to listen to your favorite books rather than read them? We have audio books!

• Looking for a book that the Garden City Public Library doesn’t have in itscollection? We can reach out to other libraries and inter-loan a book for you!

• Library programs for all — book discussions, exercise classes, arts and crafts programs, lectures and so much more! Another perk is Garden City Library Card holders get priority access for registration to some of these

programs.

• Museum passes provided by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library are available with your library card!

• Access to computers, scanners and printers.

• A social setting that offers the ability to chat with friends, relax and enjoy yourself in a comfortable, air-conditioned environment.

All good reasons to sign yourself and your family up for a library card and an opportunity to meet the friendly faces of the library. All that is required is proof of residency (an up-to-date driver’s license will suffice). We hope to see you at the library!

September Programming

September is Back to School, Indian Summer, cooler nights, apple picking time and everything pumpkin time! Fall waits in the wings to usher summer out. The Adult Services area has been busy booking programs for the fall. Programs for September include:

Cutting the Cable Cord

Thursday, September 21, at 7 p.m.

Large Meeting Room

Join us for Ed Hom’s class on cutting the cable cord. Have you ever thought about dropping your cable/satellite television service? With a high-speed internet service and the right television/hardware device, you can probably save money by switching to various streaming services. This class will guide you through the various options available that can help you decide if cutting the cable cord is right for you.

**Registration is required and began on Thursday, August 31, online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl. org) or through the Adult Reference

• Proper installation of your home’s foundation

• Effects of the frost line

• Framing Connectors

• Issues with Termites

• Load bearing walls vs. Nonload bearing walls

• Signs of a weathering roof

• Proper roof flashing techniques

• Roof Drainage

• Roofing Materials

• Proper roof and roof flashing installations

**Registration is required and began on Thursday, August 31, online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl. org) or through the Adult Reference Desk.

This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Historian John Kordes Presents

“The John Lennon Story/Birth of the Beatles”

Sunday, September 24, from 2–4 p.m.

Large Meeting Room

Join historian (and long-time Beatle fan) John Kordes for a viewing of the movie “ The John Lennon Story. ” This beautifully made film tells the story of their teenage years in Liverpool, and their rise to fame in England before their US debut and worldwide Beatlemania.

No registration is required.

For more information, contact Reference at (516)742-8405 x 5236 or Email: Speakingofbooks@gardencitypl.org.

This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Fall Garden with Pauley Levine (aka The Plant Man)

Wednesday, September 27,

from 1–2 p.m. Large Meeting Room

With the end of summer in view and now that it’s September, Paul Levine, the Plant Man, offers a crash course on early fall gardening.

**Registration is required and began on Wednesday, September 6, online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) or through the Adult Reference Desk.

For more information contact Reference at (516)742-8405 x 5236 or Email: Speakingofbooks@gardencitypl.org.

This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Return of Mom’s Yoga Night Out with Kimberly Mercadante Wednesdays at 7–8 p.m. Large Meeting Room

Registration begins on Wednesday, September 6, 2023

• Wednesday, September 27 -

Registration began on Wednesday, September 6, 2023

• Wednesday, October 4

• Wednesday, October 11

• Wednesday, October 18

• Wednesday, October 25

• Wednesday, November 1

• Wednesday, November 8

• Wednesday, November 15

The popular Mom’s Yoga Night Out returns with Kimberly Mercadante! You don’t have to be a mom to join us for these one-hour beginner’s yoga classes!. Please bring your own yoga mat to each class.

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

This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Empire Safety Council - Defensive Driving Saturday, September 30 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Large Meeting Room

Receive 10% reduction on automobile/liability insurance and qualify for a license point reduction.

Register separately for each person. Space is limited, so check with the Reference Department for availability. Proper ID is required when registering an absent party. Payment of $30 by check made payable to Empire Safety Council is required when signing up.

Bring your valid New York State driver’s license and a pen to class.

For more information contact Reference at (516)742-8405 x 5236 or Email: Speakingofbooks@gardencitypl.org

The film “Women Talking” will be screened at the Garden City Public Library on September 18.

News from the Children’s Room

Fall 2023 Programming

Monthly LEGO Club

Tuesday, Sept. 19, at 4 p.m.

This fun STEM program is for children in grades K–5 only. No registration is necessary. Seating is on a firstcome, first-served basis.

Craft

Wednesday, Sept. 20, at 10:30 a.m.

Craft for 3 and 4-year-olds. Registration begins Sept. 12 at 10 a.m.

Tween Thursday: Trivia Challenge

Thursday, Sept. 21, at 4 p.m.

Join us and test your trivia knowledge during our Trivia Challenge! This program is for tweens in grades 4–7. Registration is ongoing.

Family Sensory Story Time

Saturday, Sept. 23, at 11 a.m.

Join A Time For Kids for a Unique story time for Atypical Learners. Listen to a story, join in movement and music activities, and then explore different materials in bins. Although geared toward families with children who have special needs, all families are welcome. Children up through fifth grade are invited to participate. Registration is ongoing.

Reading Pals

Tuesday, Sept. 26 at 4:00 p.m.

This fun program is for children ages 4–grade 2. Under librarian supervision, teen volunteers will read to children and then they will do a craft together. Registration begins Sept.19 at 10 a.m.

Family Fun Night

Monday, Oct. 2 at 6:30 p.m.

Families can enjoy working on puzzles or playing games. This program is for children ages 4–fifth grade and their families. Registration begins Sept. 19 at 10 a.m.

Mother Goose Storytime

Tuesday, Oct. 3 at 10:30 a.m.

This fun, interactive storytime is for children ages birth–2½ years and an adult caregiver. Join the librarian for 30 minutes of movement, music and literacy. Registration begins Sept. 26 at 10 a.m.

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, Oct. 3 at 11:30 a.m.

This fun, interactive storytime is for children ages 2½–5 years (not yet in kindergarten), and an adult caregiver. Join the librarian for 30 minutes of movement, music and literacy. Registration begins Sept. 26 at 10 a.m.

Play Hooray Babies

Wednesday, Oct 4 at 10 a.m.

This fun program is for babies ages birth-18 months and an adult caregiv-

er. Enjoy movement and music and meet Molly Mouse! Registration begins Sept. 26 at 10 a.m.

Play Hooray Toddlers

Wednesday, Oct. 4 at 11 a.m.

This fun program is for children ages 19 months–5 (not in kindergarten), and an adult caregiver. Enjoy movement and music and meet Molly Mouse. Registration begins Sept. 26 at 10 a.m.

A Date With A Dragon

Wednesday, Oct. 4 at 4:00 p.m.

Come meet Ozzy the bearded dragon at this fun interactive and education program for children grades K–5. Registration begins Sept. 26 at 10 a.m.

Mother Goose Storytime

Tuesday, Oct. 10 at 10:30 a.m.

This fun, interactive storytime is for children ages birth–2½ years and an adult caregiver. Join the librarian for 30 minutes of movement, music and literacy. Registration begins Oct. 3 at 10 a.m.

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, Oct. 10 at 11:30 a.m.

This fun, interactive storytime is for children ages 2½–5 years (not yet in kindergarten), and an adult caregiver. Join the librarian for 30 minutes of movement, music and literacy. Registration begins Oct. 3 at 10 a.m.

Mother Goose Storytime

Tuesday, Oct. 17 at 10:30 a.m.

This fun, interactive storytime is for children ages birth–2½ years and an adult caregiver. Join the librarian for 30 minutes of movement, music and literacy. Registration begins Oct. 10 at 10:00 a.m.

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, Oct. 17 at 11:30 a.m.

This fun, interactive storytime is for children ages 2½–5 years (not yet in kindergarten), and an adult caregiver. Join the librarian for 30 minutes of movement, music and literacy. Registration begins Oct. 10 at 10:00 a.m.

Monthly LEGO Club

Tuesday, Oct. 17 at 4 p.m.

This fun STEM program is for children in grades K–5 only. No registration is necessary. Seating is on a firstcome, first-served basis.

Crafts

Wednesday, Oct. 18 at 10:30 a.m.

Children ages 3 and 4 and their adult caregiver will come and do a simple craft with a librarian. This is a 30-minute program. Registration begins Oct. 10 at 10:00 a.m.

Halloween Book Chat For 2nd–3rd Graders

Wednesday, Oct. 18 at 4:00 p.m.

October is filled with spooky stories. Read the graphic novel “Garlic and the Vampire” by Bree Paulsen. Garlic does not feel that she is the right choice to confront a vampire that moved into a castle. Sign up online and pick up a copy of the book in the Children’s Room. Registration begins Sept. 17 at 10:00 a.m.

Mother Goose Storytime

Tuesday, Oct. 24 at 10:30 a.m.

This fun, interactive storytime is for children ages birth–2½ years and an adult caregiver. Join the librarian for 30 minutes of movement, music and literacy. Registration begins Oct. 17 at 10:00 a.m.

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, Oct. 24 at 11:30 a.m.

This fun, interactive storytime is for children ages 2½–5 years (not yet in kindergarten), and an adult caregiver. Join the librarian for 30 minutes of movement, music and literacy. Registration begins Oct. 17 at 10:00 a.m.

Reading Pals

Tuesday, Oct. 24 at 4 p.m.

This fun program is for children ages 4–grade 2. Under librarian supervision, teen volunteers will read to children and then they will do a craft together. Registration begins Oct. 18 at 10 a.m.

Preschool Halloween Parade

Wednesday, Oct. 25 at 10:30 a.m.

Children ages birth to 5 (not in

kindergarten) and an adult caregiver can join the librarians for this fun Halloween party. Everyone will parade through the Library and receive treats along the way and then enjoy games, snacks and music. Children and caregivers are encouraged to come in costume! Registration begins Oct. 17 at 10:00 a.m.

Halloween Read Aloud and Painting

Wednesday, Oct. 25 at 4:30 p.m.

This spooky program is for children in grades 4 and 5. Join the librarian for a slightly spooky read aloud and then create a Halloween-theme picture on a mini canvas using watercolor paint.

Registration begins Oct. 17 at 10 a.m. Halloween BINGO

Thursday, Oct. 26 at 4:30 p.m.

This holiday BINGO is for children in grades K–5. Play BINGO with your friends and win a small prize. Registration begins Oct. 17 at 10 a.m. Slime

Saturday, Oct. 28 at 1:30 p.m.

This fun, messy, STEM program is for children in grades K–5. Join Teacher Chris and make slime. Registration begins Oct. 17 at 10 a.m.

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

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

Please do not register additional children in the comment box as they are not counted by Eventkeeper. See Eventkeeper for additional fall programming.

Children in grades K–5 can create with LEGOs at the monthly LEGO Club events.

Tweens and Teens Yarn Group

Roof replacement project underway at the Library

Young Adult Librarian Laura Giunta along with teen volunteers teach teens how to knit and crochet during the program Tweens and Teens Yarn Group, which was held Tuesday, September 7, at the Library. This program is a joint program with the Children’s and Young Adult Departments. The next Tweens and Teens Yarn Group will be held Thursday, October 5, at 4 p.m.

Teen Gamers at the Library

The Garden City Public Library is undergoing a major roof replacement project, which also includes restoration of the masonry around the building. Sidewalk sheds and construction storage areas have been set up on site. Crews have also cleared a large area of ivy growth from the building, in preparation for the masonry work. Please

use caution around the work areas. This project follows a major renovation of the Library’s Children’s Room and Circulation Desk area. The Library is open during construction and the front book drop will remain accessible. Watch the Library website, www. gardencitypl.org, and social media for project updates.

Teens spend a Friday afternoon eating snacks and playing video games like Mario Kart and Super Smash Bros. during Teen Gamers, which was held on Friday, September 8, at the Library. The next Teen Gamers program will be held Friday, October 6, at the Library.

Ivy has been removed from the exterior walls as part of the masonry restoration.

A sidewalk shed has been erected around the main entrance for safety, to catch any debris from the project.

A bell tolls for lives lost: Remembrance ceremony marks 9/11

The Garden City Fire Department held a remembrance ceremony at Fire Headquarters Monday to solemnly pause and remember the fallen on the 22nd anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.

The program paid tribute to those Garden City residents that perished during the attack on the World Trade Center, the 343 members of the New York Fire Department, 23 members of the New York Police Department and 37 members of the Port Authority Police Department killed, as well as those who have died of 9/11-related illnesses.

The 2nd Battalion 25th Marines provided the Color Guard for the service. Junior Firefighter Danielle Parrella sang the National Anthem. Ex-Chief John Casey offered opening remarks before introducing Mayor Mary Carter Flanagan to lead the Pledge of Allegiance. Ex-Chief Lawrence Nedelka offered the invocation and benediction.

Chief Matthew Pearn welcomed residents. “We hope that memorial services such as this one, help remind us all to never forget all which was lost on that fateful day. For those of us who spend our lives in the service of others; be it in the fire service, law enforcement, emergency medical services or the military, the memories of that day and the events that followed, always remain,” he said.

Village Board members as well as members of Garden City’s executive staff joined Mayor Carter Flanagan

at the ceremony. “Twenty-two years have passed since the attacks though for many if feels like yesterday. We gathered to pay tribute to the many lives lost, recognizing the 23 residents of our Village. We joined in praying for their families and friends whom we hope seek solace in this annual remembrance ceremony. May we all never forget,” Mayor Carter Flanagan said.

A bell tolled after the reading of each of the 23 residents’ names. The playing of Taps followed. The residents’ names are etched in the memorial monument stone on the Village Green:

• Thomas M. Brennan

• Jonathan Neff Cappello

• Paul Cascio

• Michele Coyle-Eulau

• Laurence Curia

• Michael L. DiAgostino

• William J. Dimmling

• Christopher J. Dunne

• Paul Eckna

• Michael Hardy Edwards

• Robert J. Ferris, GCFD

• Peter V. Genco

• Ryan A. Kohart

• David Leistman

• Robert C. McLaughlin Jr.

• James F. Murphy, IV

• James R. Ostrowski

• Durrell Pearsall, FDNY

• James G. Smith

• Eric Thomas Steen

• John F. Swaine

• Kevin T. Szocik

• Stephen K. Tompsett

Junior firefighter Danielle Parrella sings the national anthem.

2nd Assistant Chief Jonathan Parrella salutes.

The 2nd Battalion 25th Marines provided the Color Guard for the service.

Trustees join residents in honoring the lives lost on September 11, 2001 and since the attacks due to related illnesses.

IN MEMORIAM

Allan Montgomery Van Wickler

November 20, 1933–August 29, 2023

Allan “Van” Montgomery Van Wickler, 89, passed away in Charlottesville, Virginia on August 29, 2023, after a lengthy illness.

Van is survived by his wife, Dorothy Sue Smith Van Wickler, his sons Kenneth Scott Van Wickler (Gina Carroll) and Douglas Kent Van Wickler (Ivy Van Wickler), his daughters Susan Elizabeth RiCharde (Steve RiCharde) and Sarah Catherine Nolte (Craig Nolte), eight grandchildren and two great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Nelson Benjamin and Helen Montgomery Van Wickler, and his brother, Douglas Gaylord Van Wickler.

Mr. Van Wickler was born in Nassau Hospital, Mineola, on November 20, 1933, and grew up in Oceanside, Long Island, graduating from Oceanside High School in 1951. In high school, he was a member of the National Honor Society, was Junior Class Secretary, and played baseball, basketball, and soccer. He also was the Sports Editor for the Oceanside High School newspaper, the Sider Press. He moved on to Hofstra College, Hempstead, graduating in 1955. While attending Hofstra and working most of the time including at the college’s Bureau of Business Research, he was Historian of his local fraternity, ran two successful food drives, attained Dean’s List, was Varsity baseball manager for one year and a member of the Society for the Advancement of Management.

Whilst awaiting active duty as a second lieutenant in the U.S. Army Ordnance Corps, he joined Pan American World Airways at Idlewild Airport in the Atlantic Division Scheduling Dept. After graduating as a Shop Officer in March 1956 in Aberdeen, MD, he re-met and married Dorothy Sue Smith after which they departed for assignment in West Germany. Their first son, Kenneth Scott Van Wickler was born in Frankfurt am Main in the 97th General Hospital (US Army) in June 1957.

Later that year, the First Lt. Van Wickler returned to the Land of the Big PX and Van rejoined Pan Am as a US Sales Management trainee. Son Douglas Kent Van Wickler was born in Flushing Hospital, Flushing, NY in 1960 and first daughter Susan Elizabeth was born in Rockville Centre, NY in 1962. Leaving Pan Am in 1962 was difficult but the larger travel industry beckoned financially, and he spent the rest of his career in sales and marketing, including eighteen years with TRAVEL WEEKLY, the national trade newspaper.

While travelling extensively for the entire period, including business and personal, Van managed to volunteer and participate in local affairs totaling eleven years in setting up and managing Little League teams, beginning in Detroit, Michigan, where the family would spend eight productive years including the birth of their second daughter, Sarah Catherine, in a Livonia hospital in 1969.

Returning to Long Island in 1971 where the family set up shop in Garden City for the next 21 years, Van was involved in numerous local activities including the presidency of the Garden City Community Fund in 1981, playing tennis at the Garden City Casino from 1974 to 1991, being a Director of the Estates Property Owners Association and continuing his extensive involvement in Little League affairs.

Retiring in 1991, the Van Wicklers moved to Charlottesville, Virginia where he served as President of the Wm. A. Jones chapter of the Air Force Association, was a member of the Pan Am Historical Society, donated his extensive postcard collection to The Smithsonian and co-founded the still-successful Charlottesville Aviation Luncheon Club (CALCLUB) with the help of Professor Luther Gore (of the UVa Engineering school), among many other activities and achievements.

A memorial service will take place at Grace Episcopal Church/Keswick, Charlottesville, Virgina, at 4 pm on Sunday, October 22, 2023. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to CARS (Charlottesville-Albemarle Rescue Service) https://rescue1.org/ donate/.

Friends may also pay respects at https://www.mykeeper.com/profile/ AllanVanWickler/

Carol Therese Rieger

Carol Therese Rieger, 93, peacefully passed away in Estero, Florida on Saturday, August 19, 2023.

Carol was born May 25, 1930, the youngest of 8 siblings, and raised in Garden City, by her beloved parents Ernest Augustus Rieger and Cecilia Agnes (Shaw) Rieger. Her family said there are a multitude of elements about Carol's life that that are already known to those who knew and loved her. To put it simply, she did it “My Way”!

Carol leaves behind her sons, Derald Richard Nordeck (Theresa) and Joseph Scott Nordeck along with her daughter, Wendy Therese DeGaetano (Richard). Her seven grandchildren include Jacob Nordeck, John Nordeck (Jessica), Dominic Ferranti (Eva), Kyle Nordeck, Jaclyn Nordeck (Chris), Patrick Nordeck, and Bryan Bates; three great-grandchildren Kyleigh, Lucas, and Kenzie Nordeck; many nieces and nephews and their families. She is also survived by her

brother, Dr. Richard Rieger.

Carol was predeceased by her parents and her siblings Ruth, Ernie, Paul, Tommy, Sally, and Francis. A funeral mass will take place at St. Joseph’s Church in Garden City on Saturday, September 23 at 9:30 a.m. with interment following at the Cemetery of the Holy Rood in Westbury.

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Robert R. McMillan

Robert R. McMillan

May 21, 1932 – September 10, 2023

Robert R. McMillan, 91, of Garden City, passed peacefully on September 10, 2023. Beloved husband of his first wife, Jane (dec. 1995), and his second wife, Phoebe. Cherished father to Robin, Karen (Bruce) and Kenneth (Laura). Loving grandfather to Richard, Amanda, Neil, Owen, Erica, Sabrina and Jack. Devoted brother to

IN MEMORIAM

Frances Cascio

The family of Frances Cascio announces the passing of its beloved mother and wife on September 7, 2023. She departed this world peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, after a courageous battle with Alzheimer ’ s and Parkinson ’ s diseases.

Frances was born on December 10th, 1949 in the Bronx, the daughter of Frank and Frances Coppola and sister of Angela, Jeanette and Lisa. She grew up in the Bronx before moving to the other side of the bridge in Queens where she remained until her passing.

She is survived by her husband Nicholas who will carry her memory forward with love and gratitude for the precious time they shared together during their 53 years of marriage.

As a mother, Frances was the epitome of love and selflessness. She dedicated her life to nurturing and

caring for her children, Melissa, Janine and Nicholas. She provided them with unwavering support and guidance. Her home was a haven of love, laughter, delicious homemade meals and lots of sweets (especially ice cream), where countless cherished memories were created.

Frances was not only a devoted mother but also a loving mother-inlaw to Anthony, Tony, and Elyse. Everyone knew her greatest joy was being a grandmother to Isabella, Anthony, Thomas, Vincent, Nicholas and Evan. Her eyes would light up with joy whenever she spent time with them, and her passion and love will be passed down through the generations.

She was also a trusted friend to many, always ready with a listening ear, a glass of wine and a warm embrace. Her generosity knew no bounds, and she touched the lives of everyone fortunate enough to know her. Her smile lit up every room and

IN MEMORIAM

the late Gordon and George McMillan and his loving sisters Carol, Gail and Jean. Patriarch of his family, Mr. McMillan was a caring uncle to many nieces and nephews.

After running for the United States Senate in 1988 and winning editorial “praise” from the “The New York Times”, Mr. McMillan was named by President George Bush to the Board of the Panama Canal Commission and confirmed by the United States Senate for the post on November 19, 1989. On October 27, 1993, Mr. McMillan was elected Chairman of the Commission ’ s Board of Directors – the first person who was not an official of the Department of Defense to serve as Chairman.

Mr. McMillan was selected to serve as a member of the Board of Trustees of the American Medical Association for six years – the first non-physician to serve on that Board. He was a member of the Board of Directors of Madison National Bank from 20072012 and the Board of Lumex, Inc. from 1984 to 1997.

In 1987, Mr. McMillan founded the Long Island Housing Partnership (LIHP), Inc. and served as its

Chairman until 2001. Upon its creation, LIHP was the first suburban coalition in the United States to unify business, banking, labor, religious organizations, and institutions of higher learning to build and facilitate the construction of affordable housing.

Over fourteen years Mr. McMillan co-hosted a PBS television show, Face-Off, which was seen throughout the metropolitan New York and Albany areas. He frequently provided political commentary on MSNBC, CNN and FOX. For twenty years Mr. McMillan authored a weekly column for the Anton Community Newspapers on Long Island and occasionally for Newsday, The New York Times, The Miami Herald and Florida ’ s Charlotte Sun. In addition, he has written two books, “Global Passage – Transformation of Panama and the Panama Canal” and “Columns: Marilyn Monroe to Vietnam and Iraq”.

Early in his career, Mr. McMillan served as an Assistant to Richard M. Nixon and as special counsel to U.S. Senator Kenneth B. Keating where he was directly involved in the

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her bright red hair was unforgettable. There was not a thing Fran wouldn ’ t do for you.

She had a passion for Disney, especially Mickey Mouse and she will forever be a “ Toys R Us kid.”

Frances ’ legacy of love and kindness will live on in the hearts of all who knew her. She leaves behind a family and community forever changed by her presence and love. She touched the lives of so many and those that met her even once felt her sincerity and kindness.

As family and friends say their final goodbyes, they remember Frances not with tears of sorrow but with smiles of gratitude for the beautiful life she lived and the love she shared. Her spirit will forever shine bright in our hearts.

Rest in eternal peace, Mom, Mama, RaRa, Fran, you will be dearly missed and never forgotten.

“ Those we love don ’ t go away; they walk beside us every day. ”

Cuban Missiles Crisis. He also covered a wide range of assignments as a Corporate Officer of Avon Products, Inc. – including the company ’ s Asia Pacific Profit Center.

Mr. McMillan finished first in his class at Ft. Belvoir ’ s Engineer Officers Candidate School and served in Korea with an Engineer Combat Company. First Lieutenant McMillan was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for his service in Korea.

The Honorable Robert R. McMillan was acknowledged for his professionalism and infallible morals and values. His illustrious career has had a wide-spread positive impact and he will be deeply missed.

A service will be held at the Garden City Community Church at 12:30pm on Thursday, September 14th with a reception to follow.

In lieu of flowers, and at the request of family, please consider a donation in Mr. McMillan ’ s honor to the Long Island Housing Partnership (lihp. org/donate.html) or the Institute for Healthy Aging and Supportive Care at Northwell Health (support.northwell.edu/healthyaging).

Frances Cascio

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Garden City schools remember 9/11

On Sept. 11, Garden City Schools honored the lives lost during the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001. From primary to high school, students and staff showed their patriotic pride by wearing red, white and blue. Students in each school building participated in various, age-appropriate activities, lessons, discussions and ceremonies

that instill the enduring values of unity, bravery and compassion.

At Garden Middle School, students planted a flag for each of the 2,977 lives lost on Sept. 11, 2001. Primary students learned about the significance of first responders, while elementary students engaged in readalouds, flag activities and poem writ-

ing about bravery. High school students marked the anniversary by adorning the 9/11 memorial at their school with flags.

“We remain committed to ensuring that future generations grasp the significance of 9/11 and the resilience that emerged in its aftermath,” Superintendent of Schools Dr. Kusum Sinha said. “I extend a heart-

felt thank you to the Garden City Police Department, Garden City Fire Department, and our own security personnel who spent time on our campuses today. Their presence served as a poignant reminder of the everyday heroes in our midst.”

Photos courtesy of Garden City Public Schools

Students at Stratford School colored flags that were displayed in the hallway.

The September 11 Memorial at Garden City High School was adorned with flags on Sept. 11.

Homestead students showed off their red, white and blue.

Garden City Middle School students planted 2,977 flags in honor of the lives lost on Sept. 11, 2001.

GCPD Back to School Safety Series: Stranger Danger

This is the final part of the fourpart series of articles by the Garden City Police Department addressing Back to School Safety Issues. The previous three articles addressed Safe Driving Practices, School Bus Safety, and Pedestrian/Bicyclist Safety. This week’s article will cover Stranger Danger. Parents, Grandparents, Guardians, and Teachers are encouraged to use this article to help teach their children about Stranger Danger.

Back to School “Stranger Danger”:

It is essential to explain to children that strangers can look like ordinary people, not monsters. A stranger is someone that you do not know very well or do not know at all.

Experts recommend that parents or guardians role-play with their children about how someone might approach them, such as offering candy, asking for help, or if they’d like to come and meet their new puppy. You should teach your child to give a firm “NO” and walk away. When you role-play with your children, keep it matter-of-fact and calm so you do not overly frighten them. Part of protecting children is not just point-

ing out dangers but also teaching them confidence; this will help them to make good decisions in potentially harmful situations.

Teach your children to trust their own instincts. They should trust that feeling in their gut that tells them if something is safe or not. You can describe it as the feeling in your tummy that gives you butterflies if something seems wrong.

Tell your children never to approach a vehicle or someone asking for directions; adults do not need advice from children.

There is safety in numbers; whenever possible, do not walk alone.

Carry your cell phone for use in emergencies.

NEVER accept rides from strangers.

Parents develop a secret password that only your family knows. Tell your kids they should NEVER go with anyone unless they know the secret password. Tell your children that they should NEVER share this secret password with anyone.

If you think someone is following you, go to the nearest school official, business, residence, or Police Officer

Estates POA seeks Student Ambassador candidates

The Garden City Estates Property Owners’ Association (Estates POA) is seeking applications for candidates to be considered for Junior Ambassador positions for the years 2023-2025. This program is designed to introduce high school sophomores entering their junior year to Village government through participation in Estates POA meetings, attendance at government meetings, and promoting civic participation in our community. This is an exciting opportunity for students to become involved in local affairs and to learn about our unique form of local government.

The Junior Ambassador program is designed as a two year commitment encompassing junior and senior years. Preference will be given to students who

reside in the Estates section of Garden City and whose families are dues paying members of the Estates POA.

Students who attend Garden City High School may obtain an application from the Social Studies Department office or on the Estates POA website at www.gcestates.org/student-ambassadors. High school sophomores, who attend schools other than Garden City High School, may download an application from the Estates POA website. Completed applications can electronically to gcestatespoa@gmail.com

All interested sophomores and juniors are encouraged to apply. The deadline is October 15, 2023. A brief interview will be conducted as part of the application process.

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If vehicle occupants are harassing you, you should turn around and walk in the opposite direction. The driver will have to turn around or back up to follow you.

When you are approaching your home, have your door key ready so you can enter immediately.

Teach your children that if someone attempts to take them or grab them, they should fall to the ground and start screaming and kicking, bite if necessary, and do anything it takes. They should make as much noise as possible and create as much diversion as possible to draw the attention of other people in the area.

If you think something is out of the ordinary, report it to the police immediately. Please do not wait until it is too late. Information the police need is:

• The vehicle’s license plate number, make/model, and color.

• Description of the subject; gender, race, approximate age, weight, and height.

• A description of the subject’s clothing.

• Length and color of the subject’s

hair; any unusual marks, scars, tattoos, jewelry, hat worn, glasses, etc.

• Last direction of travel of the subject; either on foot, bicycle or by vehicle.

Strangers often use the internet to prey on their victims. Keep home computers in a busy area of the house, and periodically check your child’s computer, cell phone, etc. Children should never give out their name, address, phone number, or school name. Never arrange face-to-face meetings with anyone they meet online. Never go into chat rooms unless their parents say it is okay. Never open emails from someone they do not know, and never go to links they do not recognize. Children should always tell an adult if they see something on the internet that makes them feel uncomfortable.

The Garden City Police Department encourages everyone to take advantage of these safety tips and the others covered in the three previous articles. If you missed any of the earlier articles, you can stop by the Garden City Police Department to pick up copies. The Police Department wishes everyone a safe and healthy school year.

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Optimum installs fiber optic cables throughout village

According to Altice USA’s website the plans for Long Island and its presence in two of New York City’s five boroughs (Brooklyn and the Bronx) include the new 100% Fiber Internet network, “capable of delivering symmetrical speeds up to 8 gigabytes with 99.9% reliability.” The village’s Department of Public Works issued the permit for installation of the fiber optic cable network throughout the area.

In January Village Attorney Gary Fishberg listened to concerns that then-Deputy Mayor Tom O’Brien relayed and said Altice USA has been “very negligent in informing local residents.” At the time he mentioned methods like proactively placing door hangers on front doors to inform people that utility workers will be present in the community. He noted that in response to residents’ inquiries, he and Administrator Suozzi initiated discussions with Cablevision and Altice USA.

At the August 17 meeting Trustee Torino asked Village Administrator Ralph Suozzi for details on the utility crews’ work and how the village is monitoring the progress and activities.

The village administrator reported that the Altice representatives informed Engineering and Administration, separately from the permit process, that residents of Garden City would be receiving communication about installations in their neighborhoods as the recent activities for fiber optic cable installation would be close by and visible.

“About a year and a half ago Altice USA approached the Board about installing three boxes to boost the fiber optic system in the community, and that was approved as the Board allowed me to work with Altice and have the utilities moved out of the very visible rights of way, which were just on the corner. They pushed those back and shielded them so they did not become intrusive,” Suozzi told the board.

He reported that Village administration was still working with CDL to prepare its statement on the fiber optic cable work, which was supposed to be shared with residents. He said he reviewed the final draft of it on August 17, just ahead of the board meeting, and although Superintendent of Public Works John Borroni was out sick he’s

also reviewed and approved the public statement.

Suozzi outlined the utility companies’ local process: “We issue the permit, they perform the work and they’re supposed to notify neighbors.” He explained that the courtesy and transparency for residents are part of what the Department of Building and Public Works staff hope to achieve, whenever utilities perform work in the community and when activities include road and street excavations, especially in front of homes.

Regarding the general scenario, Suozzi told the board the village attempts to receive a letter on company letterhead from the parent corporation (in this case, Altice USA) or the subordinate third-party contractor, to tell the public about the scope of work around the community.

That information from the company or its agent would be be prominently posted on the village website, in order to improve communication with residents.

Change orders for sewer repairs

At their August meeting the village trustees approved a set of emergency repair projects performed on Garden City sanitary sewers’ pipes and facilities totaling over $20,000 and completed by two companies – Bancker Construction Corp. of Islip, and Orchid Sewer and Water Contracting Company of Garden City Park.

The Board ratified the work of Bancker Construction to repair the broken pipe at the Cedar Valley Lift Station, with an estimated cost of $15,000. Village Administrator Suozzi told the trustees the recirculation line was found to have a leak, and it was causing pumps to run more than needed as it filled up the wet well.

“This was due to cracking in the foundation of the building at the Cherry Valley Lift Station,” he explained.

In relation to the broken pipe, Suozzi told the Board he and Water Superintendent Stanley Carey and DPW Superintendent John Borroni will be approaching the Board of Trustees, possibly by the end of 2023, to consider a capital project to replace the 100-year old Lift Station building with a new structure, or possibly a prefabricated facility to be placed in the ground.

“The building was built there without a foundation and it’s been settling –right now if you walk into it you can see the daylight coming in, with about an inch-and-a-half of cracking ... .the problem that has occurred was the building foundation collapsing on the pipe,” he noted. The possible capital project was not included in the 2023-2024 budget and the Village Board will deliberate on what Suozzi and the executive staff members propose.

As part of the same agenda item for the Cherry Valley Lift Station (at the August meeting) the Board approved the work to repair the Cherry Valley Pool Sewer Manhole, for an estimated $5,420. Work was completed by Orchid Sewer and Water. Administrator Suozzi noted that the manhole services the Garden City Pool facility.

“The bottom of the manhole was completely deteriorated, leaving sand and gravel that was creating a blockage. New benches and inverts (the bottom of the manhole) were installed,” he reported.

Funding for both of the emergency repairs, authorized by the Board, will come from the municipal operating budget.

The Board also ratified a request for additional funding for completion of the Second Street Manhole Renovation project, approving Change Order No. 2 submitted by contractor Bancker Construction Corp., to cover additional water main work at the site. The additional funding approved was $12,973.27 and funds come from the village’s capital budget. Administrator Suozzi shared information about the project.

“The existing water main ran through the existing manhole, so they needed to be offset and relocated around the manhole. Sanitary code requires a minimum of 10 feet of separation between water and sewer (piping) facilities so in-field design changes were necessary due to the existing underground utilities to meet this requirement. Additionally a new valve was added to better control shutdowns and minimize the number of residents without water in the future during such a shutdown,” he said.

The Board presented no questions before approving the change order and funding request as part of the consent calendar.

Fire Chief offers suggestions

Garden City Fire Department Chief Matt Pearn reported to the Board of Trustees that during July 2023, the GCFD responded to 111 total alarms, and 106 of those were “signal 8’s” involving service calls, automatic fire and carbon monoxide alarms. There were four general fire alarms, as well as one extrication call.

With the college and university Fall semester starting over the last several weeks, the Garden City Fire Department knows several community members, as well as families of its volunteers, have students attending college away from the village. Several thoughts Chief Pearn shared were aimed at educating those community members with a student entering school out of the area.

“We advise all parents, when they are dropping off students, to take a few extra precautions and review fire safety in the building(s). There are several causes of fires, both in on-campus and off-campus housing. Some causes include candles, cooking, smoking and overloaded power strips. Unfortunately, for most students the last fire safety training they received before attending college came during grade school. With their independence comes new responsibilities, so please remind them of such – it is important for both on-campus and off-campus students to know the risks associated with living alone or with roommates, and fire risks associated with their situation,” Chief Pearn explained at the Board’s August meeting.

He shared tips on “what to look for in college dorms” including discussing the location and proximity of working smoke alarms with the RA (resident advisor) of the dormitory building and floor. Another step he outlined was ensuring that students and anyone living in a dorm know about the multiple exits and fire exits of the building. He suggested reviewing the fire alarm systems of each occupancy students would be in.

Chief Pearn concluded his August report to the Village trustees with his invitation to all community members to join in the GCFD’s annual 9/11 Memorial Ceremony, held on the Village Green near the Gazebo on Stewart Avenue.

Schools consider capital project schedule

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million in costs to the District. The introduction of new, proposed capital projects at the Garden City schools then took focus.

Superintendent of Schools Dr. Kusum Sinha began by emphasizing that, “These plans are tax neutral, meaning nothing discussed tonight will raise the community’s taxes.”

The District recommends building a Bloomberg Terminal classroom to introduce students to real-time financial data, increase their financial literacy and critical thinking skills. They’d also like to update two new physics classrooms and relocate and upgrade an art room. Air conditioning for all primary school spaces, all cafeterias and the high school gym are some of the other priority recommendations coming from the District, in addition to a Stewart school parking lot expansion. A new fitness center next to high school with concession stand and outdoor bathrooms as well as a new-andimproved turf field were also proposed. Sketches of said recommendations were shared with attendees and will be made available on the District website.

These projects would cost the District around $22.7 million, if approved. Anticipated electrical costs that come with an increase in air conditioning usage are factored into that number.

Assistant Superintendent for Business and Finance, Dana DiCapua, broke down the bond process that would be funding these proposed projects. “Like Dr. Sinha said, the $22.7 million

will be tax neutral. About five million would come from the capital reserve and much of the rest would come from a bond with a transfer to capital line to meet debt service payments.”

She continued, “We haven’t laid out a bond schedule yet, but the process requires a public vote. We would work with a fiscal advisor and bond attorney for borrowing authorization. At that point, architects complete designs and borrowings come as projects get done in several different authorizations.”

“Facilities are vital to education,” Dr. Sinha added. “They motivate and inspire, and require ongoing maintenance. This is something we talk about openly with the community all year.”

Questions from the Board Board President Joseph Sileo inquired about the typical lag time between voter approval and the start of a project. The team said it typically takes a year to 18 months.

For more on what the capital projects end-to-end process looks like, following the budget vote in May comes the design phase. Once design plans are submitted to the state, it can take up to six months to receive approvals, start the bidding process and break ground typically during the following summer.

“Some projects are only doable in summer, others depend on material availability, but the day you have a vote is the day the official design process begins,” said DiCapua.

“We have the best bond rating, AAA, so hopefully that benefits us,” added Sileo.

Other board members inquired about the last bond in 2009 for about $34 million.

“I have a question about the outdoor fitness center, restroom and concession stand … no security issues there, right? No access to our buildings outside of school hours?” asked Trustee William O’Donohue. The team confirmed this, sharing that even if access to the addition is granted during something like a weekend game, access to the rest of the school building will be impossible.

Request for air conditioning

Multiple Board and community members pressed on when we will start to see air conditioners installed. One parent, in particular, said, “Respectfully, we pay very high taxes. Administrative offices all have air conditioning and our kids don’t. How do they not feel guilty when our kids are roasting? We have kids on medication, kids with asthma … is library restoration really that important? How do you determine which teacher gets AC?”

Sileo jumped in. “We can’t divert funds from existing projects, in place and approved from the State. Unfortunately part of being a high-regulated education system. Our long-term goal is for all of our buildings to become fully equipped.” Some other limitations, like sliding window configurations and fresh air regulations, eliminate the possibility of window units.

Donna Kraus, the president of Garden City’s Parent Teacher Association (PTA), added, “A legislative commu-

nity that works on all of these types of issues with us. We need representatives for each building. If you’re really serious, go onto your school’s website and join the legislative community –we’ve already accomplished stop signs on buses, among other things.”

She also explained, “This is not a private school, so it’s counterintuitive to think we have complete autonomy over which projects we prioritize. These things take time.”

Sileo added, “We believe this is the most effective plan that is cost neutral for now and gets us not where we want to be but, you know, we can’t do it all at once.”

Another parent asked about the District’s safety plan. “It felt to me that there would not be an armed person anywhere, not adding any sort of metal detector.”

“We have supervisory aides — retired, unarmed police officers — in all buildings. Keen eye while students are there,” said the Board President.

He then referenced a recent event where someone was trying to evade arrest who approached one of the schools after hours. “Our supervisory aide interacted with that individual, engaged with cops and they were ultimately arrested. It’s a result of having well-trained security at our schools. We do quite a bit of internal training as well.”

The next Board of Education meeting will take place next Tuesday, September 19, beginning at 8:15 PM at the Garden City High School.

Garden City welcomes new Village Clerk

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noted that Galanek will officially enter the position of Garden City Village Clerk by Tuesday, September 26. That date coincides with both the official retirement date, and a new contractual services agreement date with retiring Village Clerk, Karen M. Altman, whose retirement comes after a 28-year career in the Village of Garden City administration.

As part of the consent calendar the Village Board of Trustees approved a contractual agreement for Altman’s services. She will be assisting the office of the Municipal Clerk and village admin-

istration from later this month until the end of fiscal year 2023-2024 (May 31, 2024).

The Board approved a contract with Altman to work as a “transitioning consultant” with a rate of $100 per hour, effective starting September 26, 2023 and through May 31, 2024, on an “as needed basis.”

Village Administrator Ralph Suozzi had kind words for Altman and extended his thanks to her, for the many guiding efforts and forms of expertise she shared with him in their tenure together at Village Hall, from 2014 through this year.

Prior to his update on her con-

tract to stay on as a consultant, Suozzi announced that the September 13 Board meeting was Altman’s last in her official position as Village Clerk. He reflected on Karen Altman’s career and steady work since joining village staff in 1995. Administrator Suozzi personally thanked Altman and shared the sentiments of many with her.

“You welcomed me here with open arms and helped assimilate me to the ways of Garden City. Your work ethic, professionalism and attention to detail have served this community so well. Therefore on behalf of myself and village colleagues; our residents, business, the many former trustees and mayors

you have served – thank you for a job well done!” Administrator Suozzi said.

In his remarks, Suozzi extended his best wishes for Galanek, the new clerk, and said he is very much excited to have the opportunity of working with her. He reviewed a few highlights of her qualifications in his comments to the Board this week.

“Kelly Galanek joins us with a strong background in business and finance. In her career she analyzed leverage financed and asset-based lending across multiple industries. Most recently Kelly worked in local residential real estate with Howard Hanna Coach Realtors in Garden City,” Suozzi said.

Village Trustees approve funds to remediate water wells

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Trustee Finneran reviewed the scope of work on the agenda, and said Well No. 9’s AOP system installation appears to be a longer-term project.

Suozzi said there isn’t a timeline ready right now, but with the award of bids and amendment of the bond on September 13 the process could continue to see Well No. 9 “out of commission for part of the next pumping season.”

Suozzi conferred with the H2M team and Water Superintendent Stanley Carey, and the project might take

between six to nine months. “They are doing three different things whereas the other ones had the stages of dioxane treatment and orthophosphate,” he said.

To wrap up the board’s discussion on the water system treatments this week, Deputy Mayor Bruce Chester asked about the functionality of all other village wells once Well No. 9 is taken out of service. One issue the village faced was a delay in electronic parts for the new valves installed at well sites.

At present, seven of the 10 Garden City village wells are available for

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water system use. Administrator Suozzi reported that while the site of Well No. 15 and 16 is fully constructed, which was the result of a project of almost $9 million, the well has compounded issues because the geographic location is prime for high iron concentration. That issue has kept one of the wells offline.

“Wells No. 15 and 16 are our only two wells that can’t run concurrently, we only run either 15 or 16 – they are built very close together so if they were running simultaneously they would both be inefficient. The other reason is the iron

treatment plant there, which only handles one well at a time,” Suozzi noted. He reports that Wells 15/16 are “on the cusp” for the improved, AOPequipped site to be running, but all of the other well sites (except for Well No. 9 once the project starts) are running. Suozzi also shared that two summers ago the village’s water supply was run on just three of municipal wells because that was all Garden City had operational, but it was a dangerous situation to not have redundancy and backups in the event of power failures.

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Chess Wizards is Back for the Fall!

Garden City Recreation and Parks has again partnered with the very popular “Chess Wizards” to offer after school programs for Garden City children ages 6 through 12 who want to learn the game of chess!

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

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

This program will consist of an eight week session. Class will be held on Tuesdays from 4 to 5 p.m. in St. Paul’s Center (108 Rockaway Avenue) beginning October 24. To register please visit www.chesswizards.com.

Evenings Only Platform Court

Membership Application for Residents

Platform Tennis membership applications for evening only play are now available at the Recreation Office. This application for resident membership covers the season beginning September 15, 2022 to April 30, 2023. This membership is open to any individual who is a resident of the Inc. Village of Garden City. It covers unlimited play after 5 pm. for membership holder only under the rules and regulations set forth by the Garden City Recreation Department.

The fee for membership will be $165. To register for membership, please visit the Recreation Administrative Offices at 108 Rockaway Ave. Checks should be made payable to the “Village of Garden City”.

GARDEN CITY RECREATION AND PARK NEWS

Platform Court Membership Application for Residents

Platform Tennis membership applications for unlimited play are now available at the Recreation Office. This application for resident membership covers the season beginning September 15, 2022 to April 30, 2023. This membership is open to any individual who is a resident of the Inc. Village of Garden City. It covers unlimited play for the membership holder only under the rules and regulations set forth by the Garden City Recreation Department.

The fee for membership will be $250.00. To register for membership, please visit the Recreation Administrative Office at 108 Rockaway Avenue to complete an application and return the form with full payment. Checks should be made payable to the “Village of Garden City”.

Registration begins on

Sept. 5 for Fall Youth Tennis Lessons

Garden City’s Department of Recreation and Parks is pleased to announce the start of the fall children’s tennis program. Registration begins on Tuesday, September 5, and classes begin the first week of October. All classes are held at the Community Park indoor tennis center and are available to Garden City residents ages 4 through 15 years old.

Beginning on September 5, you can download a registration form at our website gardencityrecreation.org. Walk or mail in your registration form and check to the Recreation Office at 108 Rockaway Ave. or, if you have a password you can register online at www. gcreconline.gardencityny.net.

For more information call Community Park’s Tennis Center at 516 483-2525

***Non-resident children who attend Garden City Public Schools can register for tennis lessons beginning September 18th. Registration must be done by mail or in person at the Recreation Office. Those who would like to register for our tennis program must prove they attend one of the Garden City Public Schools.

Proof must accompany registration. An additional $50 fee will pertain to anyone in this category. Make checks payable to the “Inc. Village of Garden City”.

US Sports Institute/Pulse Camps are Back for the Fall

Building upon the enormous success of the US Sports Institute, USA Sport Group has extended its product range to offer, Pulse, as the next level in coaching education. Classes are offered on school holidays for ages 5 – 11 as well as weekly programs on Saturdays and Sundays for ages 2 – 5.

Pulse Premier Sports Programs offer elite specialized coaching programs for children of all skill levels. At this Garden City location, we offer a wide range of sports camps in conjunction with the Village of Garden City Recreation & Parks Department. With quality sports programming, highly qualified staff and specialized curriculums, this is certainly the best sports camp in Garden City.

Spaces are limited each week, so register early to avoid disappointment! To see the offerings or to register, please visit US Sports Institute’s website at www.ussportsinstitute.com.

Chi Kung Exercise and Meditation with Andrea

Please join Andrea Albergo for chi kung, which is considered a beautiful, peaceful path for body, mind and spirit. Andrea will show how to create a peaceful body by combining movement, breathing and meditation. This class is geared for seniors or the beginner adult. This six-week session will begin Thursday, September 14, and will be held at 1 p.m. at Garden City’s Senior Center. The price for the session is $ 45.

To register this class, please visit the Recreation Office at 108 Rockaway Ave with payment.

Adult Art Class at Cluett Hall

The Garden City’s Department of Recreation and Parks will offer an adult art class this fall. This 10-week program will teach the beginner as well as the advanced student the art of painting portraits and landscapes/still-life in pastel from photographs. Arleen Rueth Urban, the instructor for this program, is a signature member of the Pastel Society of America.

Classes will be held Fridays from 9 to 11:30 a.m. The cost of this program will be $ 140. This class is open to adult residents who reside in the Inc. Village of Garden City. Classes are held in St. Paul’s Cluett Hall beginning Friday, September 8.

The first lesson includes a portrait and landscape demonstration. At that time, a supply list is provided.

Demonstrations will be available as needed throughout the program. Each student will receive the individual attention required as they move at their own pace and level of expertise.

To register for this session please visit the Recreation and Parks office at 108 Rockaway Avenue. If you have a password, you may register online at gcreconline.gardencityny.net.

Dance Conservatory Registration has Begun

The Garden City’s Department of Recreation and Parks’ Dance Conservatory Program is pleased to announce the schedule of classes for its upcoming 2023–2024 season! Director Felicia Lovaglio, along with the rest of her staff, are excited to start off another fantastic year. The Dance Conservatory offers classes to Garden City residents aged 3½ years through adult which are non-performance based. Age is determined by the start date of the desired class. The schedule and fees for this year’s youth classes are as follows (all classes are 55 minutes long unless otherwise noted):

Please note: This is the schedule of classes only. Registration will be announced on our website at www.gardencityrecreation.org and in the paper shortly after school begins. No registrations will be taken at this time.

Monday

• 4:00: Ballet/Jazz (K–1)

• 5:00: Contemporary/Jazz (2nd–3rd Grades)

• 6:00: Ballet (4th–5th Grades)

• 7:00: Jazz (6th Grade and Up)

Tuesday

• 12:15: Creative Combo (3.5–5 Years Old)

• 4:00: Ballet/Hip Hop (K–1)

• 5:00: Jazz/Hip Hop (4th & 5th Grades)* (new time)

• 6:00: Jazz/Hip Hop (6th and Up)* (new time)

• 8:00: Adult Dance Combo

Wednesday

• 10:15: Creative Combo (3.5–5 Years Old)

• 4:00: Ballet/Tap (K–1)

• 5:00: Ballet/Tap (2nd & 3rd Grades)

• 6:00: Tap (4th & 5th Grades)

• 7:00: Lyrical (6th Grade and Up)

Thursday

• 12:15: Creative Combo (3.5-5 Years Old)

• 4:00: Ballet/Tap (K–1)

• 5:00: Ballet (2nd & 3rd Grades)

• 6:00: Jazz (4th & 5th Grades)

• 7:00: Jazz (6th Grade and Up)

Friday

• 4:00: Ballet/Hip Hop (K–1)

• 5:00: Ballet/Hip Hop (2nd & 3rd Grades)

• 6:00: Lyrical (4th & 5th Grades)

• 7:00: Ballet (6th Grade and Up)

Saturday

• 10:00: Ballet/Hip Hop (K–1)

• 11:00: Creative Combo (3.5–5 Years Old)

• 2:00: Tap (6th Grade and Up)

• 3:00: High School Jazz

Team 1

Soccer Players of the Week

Pre K Girls

The Whole Team

Team 2 - The Purple

Peacocks

Rosie Iannucci

Dylan Flecker

Team 3

Sienna Gold

Emily Hughes

Emma Vitez

Team 4

Angelica Russo

Olivia Vazquez

Team 5 - Blueberries

Maria Karagunis

Annie Reilly

Madelyn Hook

Team 6 - Mint Chips

Rylie Campbell

Quinn Hinker

Pre K Boys

Sihan Goel

Dylan Hurd

Thomas Kunz

Ryder Palko

Luca Romano

Kevin Reynolds

Henry Truesdell

Dean Cerqueira

Matthew Hook

Nate Mitthauer

Matthew Gallucci

Dylan Fereance

Mick Durand

Everett Jamal

Leo Ramirez-Amin

Matthrew Loggie

Kindergarten Girls

Team 1

Siena Bianchi

Jiniya Doshi

Team 2

The Whole Team

Team 3

Vivienne Hampel

Gia Oliveri

Team 4

Lizzie Viola

Raegan Slevin

Saoirse McHugh

Team 5

The Whole Team

Team 6

Riley Overby

Lila Groarke

Mia Forlenza

Team 7

Kiran Mukhija

Stella Scroggins

Team 8

Evelyn Beecroft

Kindergarten Boys

Wolves

Nickee Vernaci

Michael Polcino

Tsunamis Reid Malerbo

Gianni Giuzio

Green Lizards

Rikhil Doshi

Isaac Chen

JACKED-o-lanterns

Dean Smith

Joey Petito

Green Lightening

Finn Williams and Westley

Cohen

Blue Cheetah Shark FC

Tyler Masterson

James Pryor

Henry McGlynn

Red Bulls

Jack Lehman

Ryan Chiara

Green Frogs

Declan Janish

1st Grade Girls

Blue Waves:

Ava Campon

Susan Fonseca

Green Unicorns:

Giuliana Moy

Camila Sampson

Mighty Mints:

Sally Kasnicki

Leilani Ortiz

Pinkie Pies:

Gabrielle Bacon

Briseis Bolanos

Audrey Calcagni

Purple Unicorns:

Victoria Monte

Katy Palmer

Red Strawberries:

Caroline Chalupa

Margot Polcino

Teal Dolphins:

Penelope Chabot

Alessia Gavazzi

Ava Joelson

Team Minarcik:

Whole Team

1st Grade Boys

Aquamen

Rohan Ghosh

Luca Giuzio

Samraj Goel

Blue Devils

Matthew Connors

Reed Daily

Trojans

Zachary Gulotta

Jai Madan

Tornados

Conor DeBusschere

Thomas Keele

Miami Lighting

Alessio Calma

Joey Miller

Team Williamson

George Prager

Cooper Quinones

Team Zelaya

Andrew Bassi

Benjamin Hinker

Red Rockets

Quinn Smith

John-Erik Strom

The Netherlands

Jason Lum

Patrick Rynkar

Green Lightning

Jake Antico

PJ Fruzzetti

2nd & 3rd Grade Girls

Team Munnelly

Ava Bishop

Charlotte Green

Haleigh Hopkins

Team Oei

Clara McCartney

Animika Doshi

Holly Dolan

Team Groarke

Maeve Burns

Erin Costello

Kate Hirschfeld

Team Crain

Darcy Kall

Bette Crain

Penny Gunther

Team Servino

Ann Beecroft

Gigi Servino

Emma Matura

Team Mormile

Emma Durkovic

Catherine Houston

Olivia Strom

Team Blake

Katherine Garnploog

Gemma Grasso

Maellie Pierre-Louis

Team Harrison

Claire Caporaso

Mary Crowley

Emma Eng

Team Doggendorf

Valentina Marin

Annabelle Lloyd

Sudenty Canales

Team Parlanti

The Whole Team

2nd & 3rd Grade Boys

Team 1

Christian Bentley

John Bilello

Team 2

Lincoln Franzella

James Immordino

Team 3

The Whole Team

Team 4

Dean Nick

Brendan Peyton

Team 5

Luke Dillon

Nolan Martins

Hudson Melnick

Team 6

The Whole Team

Team 7

The Whole Team

Team 8

The Whole Team

Team 9

The Whole Team

Team 10

Ryan Williamson

Jack Williamson

Dominic Donovan

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Rec and Parks crews spruce up Library grounds

Over the past two weekends, crews from the Recreation and Parks Department have been busy working at the Library to clean up the landscaping around the building and grounds. Much of the vegetation was overgrown or in poor condition, as well as blocking the Library windows and infringing on sidewalks around the building.

Crews removed shrubbery which was in failing health, cut back and pruned hedges, and removed nuisance growth, such as a bush with long needle-like stickers. Topsoil was added to beds to level them out in anticipation of new plantings, which will be planted once the weather cools. It was a very hot day, and both Library Trustee Randy Colahan and Village Trustee Bruce Torino individually stopped by and spoke to the workers to offer their thanks.

“The Library Trustees and Administration truly appreciate the hard work of this crew and the efforts of the Village to improve the Library, both in function and appearance,” Trustee Colahan said.

Paul Blake, Recreation and Parks commissioner, and Nursery Manager Steve Barnych discussed several options for new plantings. In some areas, larger specimens, such as holly bushes, will be planted, while Hews will likely be used in other locations. In some areas, grass coverage will increase.

This project will take place over several weeks. Patrons should also walk carefully when going in and out of the building, and avoid wandering in and through the work areas.

“Overall, the plan is to provide a planting design which will enhance the appearance of the Library building and grounds, as well as reducing maintenance requirements,” Mr. Blake said.

Trustee Colahan offers his appreciation to the Recreation and Parks personnel who performed maintenance work on Library grounds Saturday, September 9. Pictured with Trustee Colahan: Steve Barnych, Russel Dworsak, Thomas Armato and Jessie Vitale.

Topsoil was added to beds to level them out in anticipation of new plantings.

Crews removed shrubbery which was in failing health, cut back and pruned hedges, and removed nuisance growth, such as a bush with long needle-like stickers.

The A.T. Stewart Exchange Consignment and Gift Shop

BY MELISSA JAEGER

Mark your calendars for Saturday, Sept. 30th. The Exchange is having a Fall Market (since the June one was such a success) which will be held rain or shine 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. on the front lawn of the Garden City Historical Society Museum. We are located at 109 Eleventh Street. We already have a nice group of local vendors lined up, but I guarantee you that the crowd-pleaser will be the Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter Adoption Vehicle! Think about making a grrreat home for some lucky dog, or a purrfect home for a knead-y kitty. And please, bring your gently used linens and towels to donate. The Shelter uses them to keep the cats and dogs warm and comfortable.

The vendors include:

• NEW! Kim Pawlowski of Beautycounter. Showcasing safer & cleaner personal care products

• NEW! Becky of Bohemian Chic. Autumn knit cover-ups and handmade dried flower jewelry

• Eva Vitale (GC High School Junior) and her painted canvases, all proceeds donated to Memorial Sloan Kettering Research

• Pat Schweitzer Decorative Painted Items

• Hawkgirl Photography

• Laurie Hayslip Jewelry

• Equestrian Gardens (Fall plants)

• Tricia Hughes Vintage Items

• Megan Gallagher Antiques

• The Local Batch – organic cookies and biscotti

• Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter Adoption

• Ladies Auxiliary of the American Legion

• Cornelia’s Courtyard

“Christmas Comes Early” Sale (around back)

And, of course, the Exchange Shop will be open with our normal great treasures at excellent prices! But you don’t have to wait until then to get some excellent bargains. If you’re in the market for high-end crystal, do we have some beauties for you! We have a very nice selection of Waterford stemware, Baccarat and Lalique items. And we’ve even listed the patterns to make it easy if you’re looking for a particular pattern.

Mark your calendars for another exciting event! Friday, Oct. 27th – Sunday, Oct. 29th, The Garden City Historical Society will be hosting a “Fashion Through the Ages” Exhibit. On display will be clothing from the Victorian era through the 1930s. The exhibit is free and open to the public. Want a sneak peak? Get your tickets for a Reception on Friday night 5:00–7:00 p.m. at the Museum. Tickets cost $25 and are available at the Exchange. They will also be available for sale that evening at the door. Light refreshments will be served.

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 a.m. –2 p.m. by appointment ONLY. This is done to safeguard customers, consignors, and volunteers. Appointments 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., (Wednesday until 4 p.m.) Saturday 12 noon–4 pm. For more information, please call (516) 746-8900.

BUZZED DRIVING IS DRUNK DRIVING

Thunder Hajarts victorious in home opener

The boys are ready to go!

The best time of year is finally here, football season! After a grueling 6 week training camp that included four scrimmages, the Thunder Hajarts were excited for opening day Sunday. Their opponent, Bellmore, has a long history of being a difficult team to face but the boys were

up to the challenge. Garden City marched down the field on the opening drive to give the team the only lead they would need in a 19-0 win at home. Garden City opened the game on the offense and immediately put the Bellmore’s defensive front to test. Bellmore’s size was evident

but the combination of Brogan Hajart, Jackson Weber, Luke Haskell, Reid Brunner and Maddox Minarcik were able to get a push right from the start. Strong running from QB Luke Mooney and Ben Finelli got Thunder into the red zone and Wyatt Acquavito took the ball around

the end to put Thunder up 6-0. Bellmore pushed back as they took the ball but the stout Garden City defense wouldn’t give Bellmore any space and forced a turnover on downs. Joey Sileo would take a handoff to house as time winded down in the half and Luke Mooney punched in the extra

Brendan Reynolds, Reid Brunner and the rest of the offense in the huddle.

Wyatt Acquavito breaks a tackle and turns up field to give Thunder a 6-0 lead.

James Schrubbe, Reid Brunner, Luke Haskell, Johnny Coolen and Jackson Weber celebrate Joey Sileo’s first touchdown of the day.

Aiden Charchalis with one of his several tackles on the day.

Captains, and first year players, Johnny Watts, Maddox Minarcik, Niko Lazos, Hudson Melnick and Jack Joelson are pumped for their first game.

Teddy Delaney and Johnny Coelen combine to make a tackle.

Thunder Hajarts victorious in home opener

point for a 13-0 lead that Garden City would take into half. While the Garden City offense was effectively moving the ball throughout the second half, it did not result in any additional points but the defense wouldn’t give Bellmore an inch. The group, led by Sammie Nakos and Carter D’Alessio plugging up the middle and Hudson Overby, Aiden Charchalis and Michael Noto swarmed to the ball all day long. Jack Joelsen was one of the stand out new players for Garden City, playing both sides of the ball effectively.

The Lucky Charms

Late in the game, with Bellmore looking to surprise the Thunder D, dropped back to pass. As the ball floated to its intended target, Joey Sileo raced in front of the receiver to pick it off and take it about 40 yards to the end zone for his second touchdown of the game.

Garden City faces another tough test Sunday against Levittown. Come down to cheer on the 1-0 Thunder Hajarts on Sunday at 9am at Stewart field.

Garden City takes the field for the season opener!

GCAA announces registration, tryouts for travel basketball

The GCAA will be hosting tryouts for Travel Basketball beginning September 18th. All travel teams will play in the Island Garden Super League, which includes a 15-game schedule for boys and a 12-game schedule for girls (plus playoffs) starting in late November 2023 and running thru March 2024. Teams will practice 1–2 times per week. GCAA aims to create two or three teams per grade subject to adequate demand and available coaching.

Players must register and pay prior to tryouts using the link (https://registration. teamsnap.com/form/1277). Alternatively, you can navigate to gc-aa.com, click on the link to the basketball homepage, and click the link above in the News section. Payment will be reimbursed in the case that your child does not make a team. Please note there is an additional charge of $50 for all players that require a new uniform.

In addition to travel team games and practices, participation in the GCAA weekend Intramural program is mandatory for boys 6th grade and under, and girls 5th grade and under. Boys 7th and above are strongly encouraged to participate, though it is not required. Parents need to register separately for Intramurals once Intramural registration opens in late September. GCAA Travel Basketball does its best to work around additional Middle School/CYO conflicts during the basketball season, and ensures that there are no scheduling conflicts between travel/

intramural games.

The dates and times of the tryouts are as follows:

• 3rd Grade Boys - Tuesday, September 26 from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. at St

Paul’s

• 4th Grade Boys - Monday, September 18 from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. at St

Paul’s

• 5th Grade Boys - Monday, September 18 from 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. at St

Paul’s

• 6th Grade Boys - Monday, September 25 from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. at St

Paul’s

• 7th Grade Boys - Monday,

September 25 from 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. at St

Paul’s

• 8th Grade Boys - Tuesday, September 26 from 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. at St

Paul’s

• 4th Grade Girls - Tuesday, September 19 from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. at St

Paul’s

• 5th Grade Girls - Tuesday,

September 19 from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. at St

Paul’s

• 6th Grade Girls - Tuesday,

September 19 from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. at St

Paul’s

• 7th Grade Girls - Tuesday,

September 19 from 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. at St

Paul’s

• 8th Grade Girls - Tuesday,

September 19 from 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. at St

Paul’s

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The fifth grade Green Lucky Charms cheered on the Thunder 10s this Sunday. Thanks to coaches Maggie and Kiera.

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Too much junk in your house?

Winter is coming — time to register for Garden City Basketball!

Garden City Basketball's Boys and Girls Garden City Basketball preK-K-1-2 Clinic will be held on Sundays from 12:30 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. at the St Paul’s Fieldhouse.

The season will begin on Sunday, December 3, and run through Sunday March 3, 2024.

There will be off dates for the three day weekends of Christmas, New Years, Martin Luther King and Presidents’ Day holidays.

Registration is $150 with no late fees.

The nationally recognized clinic for kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grade boys & girls uses 8 ft. baskets and stations of different foundational skills & drills. Professionals recommend staying at a lower basket as not to create poor shooting mechanics in younger players. Please use the “clinic link” on the website for background on the skills / format / structure

of the clinic.

Please note that this is a clinic and teams are not formed and participants are not called.

Garden City Basketball has the vision, volunteers and dedicated coaches, and sets the highest standard for youth basketball in the village of Garden City.

Make sure you choose the right program...Garden City Basketball...

Garden City Basketball’s

greater mission is to provide a wonderful experience for all of its participants so that a lifelong love of the game of basketball will be nurtured and grow. Sign up online at www.gardencitybasketball.org

If there are any questions about the program, please contact Sean Skramko at jskramko@live.com or 516-746-9659.

September 15, 2023

New Brunswick Roadtrip: Saint John, City of Firsts, Oldests, Amazements

BY KAREN RUBIN WITH DAVE E. LEIBERMAN, LAINI MIRANDA & ERIC LEIBERMAN TRAVEL FEATURES SYNDICATE WWW.GOINGPLACESFARANDNEAR.COM

Our roadtrip through New Brunswick, one of Canada’s Maritime Provinces, continues in Saint John, a city of firsts, of oldest, of amazements worthy of Ripley’s or Guinness, like the wondrous Reversing Falls (one of only two in the world), and Stonehammer UNESCO Global Geopark, where we will actually see remnants of Pangea –primordial earth before the continents split apart.

A City of Oldests, Firsts Saint John is only about an hour’s drive from St. Andrews where we meet Doug Scott, who is taking us on a walking tour to best appreciate the history and heritage of Canada’s oldest incorporated city, the province’s second biggest city with a population of 135,000, the only city on the Bay of Fundy, and a major cruise ship port, which served as an major immigration center for 200 years.

It was into this port that explorer Samuel de Champlain sailed in 1604 –claiming it for France.

We follow a beautiful waterfront walkway that is taking shape around to Fort La Tour National Historic Site, built in 1631 by Charles La Tour to trade with First Nations people. This has been an archeological site, but more recently, they have reconstructed the fort, “the site of treachery, intrigue and a memorable battle in early Acadian times,” the literature reads. It is also “commemorates 5,700 years of changing ceremonial, commercial and industrial uses.”

Reversing Falls, one of 60 Stonehammer Geopark sites in Saint John, New Brunswick, where you can see the force of “the highest tide in the world” as well as evidence of Pangea, the Earth’s super-continent, and billion-year old rock © Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com

(Harbour Passage, 506,607-7171, www. placefortlatour.com)

Though claimed for France, the British had different ideas, seeing Saint John as an important defensive port, and, when the British and French were embroiled in the French & Indian War (1754-1763) over control of the colonies, in 1755, expelled the French Acadians who did not swear an oath to Britain.

Loyalists fleeing the American Revolution founded Saint John in 1783, incorporating the city in 1785 (Canada’s first).

From Fort La Tour we can see out to the 24 acres of Partridge Island in the harbor, “the most historic chunk of rock in Canada,” Scott says.

Partridge Island had New Brunswick’s first gas-powered lighthouse (1791), North America’s first quarantine station (1785) and

the world’s first steam-operated fog alarm (1859).

Much like Ellis Island in New York harbor, 3 million immigrants passed through here to make Canada their home. A flood of Europeans came through in 1815 at the end of the Napoleonic Wars; and from 1812-1850, 70 percent of immigrants were Irish, peaking in 1845-47, because of the Irish Potato Famine. There was tension between the British (Protestants) and the Irish (Catholics), that climaxed in an 1849 riot which led to the formation of Canada’s first police force. (You can visit the Saint John Police Museum, 56 Prince William St., 506-674-4137, www.saintjohnpolicemuseum.ca)

Saint John’s role as the gateway for immigrants is notable. There is the Saint John Jewish Historical Museum (91 Leinstar St., 506-633-

1833, http://jewishmuseumsj.com/), focusing on the development and engagement of Saint John’s Jewish community since its founding in 1858, through its “Golden Years” (19191960s), when there 1400 Jews and 85 businesses.

1877 was a pivotal year for Saint John: a Great Fire destroyed everything from the waterfront to King Street (you can even see the difference in architecture). 19 died and 7 newspapers, 16 churches and 2600 buildings were destroyed. The city brought in architects from New York and within one year, rebuilt 1,300 buildings using brick. Today, you see many buildings with dates from 1877, 1878, 1879; many also have white crosses to show that were rebuilt to a new fire standard.

Scott takes us to a street which is pretty much the dividing line where the fire stopped. On one side are all the brick buildings. But just nearby, you can still visit Loyalist House (120 Union Street, 506-652-3590, www. LoyalistHouse.com), built by local merchant David Daniel Merritt around 1810, which is the city center’s oldest standing wooden structure. We also visit Loyalist Cemetery, in King’s Square, just behind the City Market, which is a beautiful park.

Another interesting place to visit is the New Brunswick Museum which houses historic and geologic exhibits (Market Square, 1-888-2689595, 506-643-2390, www.nbm-mnh. ca) and its Archives & Research Library (277 Douglas Avenue), housing death and marriage records that draws people from all over to research.

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New Brunswick Roadtrip: Saint John, City of Firsts, Oldests, Amazements

Continued from previous page

We have lunch at the Saint John City Market. At one of the entrances, a sign lists St. John’s City of Firsts: oldest continuing operating farmers market in Canada; first police force; first public high school, first museum, library, paved street, banking district in Canada. The market is itself housed in a historic building, dating from 1876, its ceiling is in the shape of an upside down ship’s hull (a shipbuilder built it).

Stonehammer Geopark’s Amazements

Saint John is not only Canada’s oldest incorporated city, it is built on some of the oldest geology on the planet. For the geology part of our Saint John exploration, we meet up with Wanda Hughes who runs the Inside Out Nature Centre inside Rockwood Park (55 Lake Drive), and has been involved with the Stonehammer UNESCO Global Geopark since its founding in 2010, the first geopark in North America.

There are now 177 UNESCO Global Geoparks in 46 countries around the world (the first opened in China in 1980s; Canada has five). But Stonehammer is distinguished because while most geoparks are a single site (like a cave or volcano), because of the extraordinary diversity and scale of geology here,

Stonehammer contains 60 different sites, spanning 965 sq. miles up the coast to St. Martins, each site with a different geological story. During our visit, we get just a taste.

350 million years ago, the earth was one super continent, Pangea, that through ice ages and other geologic forces, separated into 7 continents. But when the world was Pangea, New Brunswick was located where Africa is today, a tropical paradise south of the equator.

“Our geology is unique,” Hughes tells us. “As the continents drifted apart, a new Atlantic Ocean was created here.” You can see rocks facing each other, one that would have been in Africa (today), and the other that would have been South America today – two different continents.

Our Stonehammer Geopark experience starts in Rockwood Park, one of the Stonehammer Geopark sites. Spanning 2,200 acres with 10 lakes and 55 trails, it is one of the largest urban parks in Canada and was designed by Frederick Olmstead in the 1800s (who also designed NYC’s Central Park and San Francisco’s Golden Gate). Before heading out, we actually get to try out hydrocycles! You can also do geo-caching, rockclimbing, kayaking, and mountain biking from the Nature Center.

Reversing Falls Rapids, one of only two reversing falls in the world (the other is in Norway), is a series of rapids (not really waterfalls) where the Saint John River runs through a narrow gorge before emptying into the Bay of Fundy. The force of the tide of Fundy Bay – 160 million tons of seawater at high tide - overpowers the river, pushing it backwards.

The tide can rise as much as 26 ft – how high depends on moon cycle, season (spring higher), and the gravitational pull. But for about 20 minutes at a time, there is a “slack tide” when the river and bay meet, “when the ocean stops the river,” Wanda tells us. Not surprisingly, considering the power of these falls, there is a local legend from the Mi’kmaq people who lived here well before the Europeans that tells of  Glooscap (the Creator), who was angered that a giant beaver was damming up the river, harming fishing, and refused to stop. Glooscap used a giant club to smash the dam, which cre-

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ated the small islands we see, and then shrank the beaver to the size it is now.

“At low tide, you can see Glooscap’s club and face in rock. And then they found fossil of giant beaver,” Wanda tells us. A banana-sized beaver tooth displayed at the New Brunswick Museum is evidence that giant beavers, the size of black bears today, actually existed.

On the other shore of the Reversing Falls is the Irving Paper & Pulp Mill, a key industry and employer in Saint John, which seems incongruous but like so many factories, was built on such dynamic waterways because of the water power and transportation.

We next visit the Irving Nature Park, a 600 acre wooded park located on the City’s west side, which is a Stonehammer Geopark site, owned and maintained by J.D.Irving Ltd. that offers beautiful views of the Fundy coastline, groomed trails for hiking, and biking, and a Children’s Forest, playground, and life-size mazes. It is also a “dark sky” preserve.

The full complement of 60 Stonehammer geosites presents almost continuous geological history of the planet over a billion years. Of the sites, about a dozen are easily accessible by the public and are presented as parks and recreation centers.

Dominion Park, for example, is where billion-year-old stromatolite fossils in the marble that formed in South America and evidence of an ancient cyanobacteria, was where the oldest evidence of life on Earth was first identified in 1890; it also offers some of the best beaches for swimming in Saint John https://stonehammergeopark.com/geosites/dominion-park/

Stonehammer Geopark has an interpretation/visitor center at Area 506 Container Village (Open June-October, 85 Water St., 1-506-471-1310, www.stone-

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Getting your kids to eat healthy can be challenging, especially in the hectic mornings before school.

But there are ways to make the morning rush less hassled and create a habit they will continue through adulthood.

Start with something easy that the entire family takes time to share. Kids who see their parents eating breakfast are much more likely to eat it themselves, according to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

“Breakfast is a great meal to share with your children. As children grow older, they are more likely to skip breakfast,

which could affect their academic performance. I encourage parents to serve as role models by practicing a healthful morning routine that includes breakfast,” says registered dietitian, nutritionist and Academy Spokesperson Amy Reed of Cincinnati.

A 2013 analysis of 36 articles examining the effects of breakfast on in-class behavior and academic performance in children and adolescents, both undernourished and well-nourished, found evidence of a positive effect of breakfast on behavior in the classroom. The analysis found evidence that the frequency and quality of habitual breakfast had a positive effect on children’s academic performance,

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Saint John’s Quirky Vibe

With all this history and serious geology, what is especially notable is the quirky vibe of Saint John, which you feel especially in the project to redevelop the waterfront to host shops, a skating rink and concert venue.

Area 506, the Waterfront Container Village, located next to the cruise ship terminal, opened in summer 2022 with some 60-plus shipping containers converted into retail spaces that showcase New Brunswick creativity. There is also a large stage performance and movie space, a three-level patio that provides great views of the stage and Bay of Fundy, a beer garden, food trucks, a graffiti alley for local and international artists, and pop-up activities.

Saint John also “punches far above its weight in terms of dining experiences,” Scott tells us. There’s a vibrant food and beverage scene in Saint John with 80-plus bars/restaurants within 10 blocks downtown near the cruise ship terminal.

High on everyone’s recommendation list is Port City Royal (45 Grannan Street), where we enjoy dinner. Being a major city, Saint John offers lots of choices of accommodations. We enjoy our stay at Hilton Saint John, an upscale property with its own parking garage, ideally located right on the waterfront, with indoor pool, fitness center, restaurant, pet-friendly rooms (1 Market Square, +1 506-693-8484).

Travel planning assistance from Discover Saint John, 1 866 463 8639, visitSJ@discoversaintjohn.com, https:// www.discoversaintjohn.com/ and Tourism New Brunswick, 800-561-0123, www.tourismnewbrunswick.ca

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with clearest effects on mathematic and arithmetic grades. In addition, increased frequency of habitual breakfast was positively associated with overall academic performance. The study was published in the journal Frontiers in Human Neuroscience.

Children should fuel their mornings with food from the different food groups; try to include a protein, fruit or vegetable, and whole grain. Foods made with whole-grain flours, such as whole-wheat flakes, whole-wheat bread or whole-grain waffles, contain carbohydrates for energy and provide dietary fiber, as do fruits

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The solution to the NY Mets problem

BY LOU THEODORE

I’ve been a baseball fan all my life… or at least as long as I can remember. I’ve been a New York Mets fan since Day 1. And, it’s a team that has had its ups and downs. But what happened these past two years was not only ridiculous but also embarrassing. And, we have both owner Steve Cohen and general manager Billy Eppler to thank for the present disastrous state of affairs. Why? Here’s why.

1. They traded away two really good quality players for Lindor and signed him to a $360MM (!!!) contract. Insane? You bet!

2. They signed Scherzer to a 3-year $130MM (!!!) contract. Two things were a given when he signed: he is not going to get better and he is more likely to get hurt. Insane? You bet!

3. They signed Verlander to a 2-year $86MM (!!!) contract. Two things were a given when he signed: he is not going to get better and he is more likely to get hurt. Another mediocre pitcher at this point in time. Insane? You bet!

4. They traded away two fairly good starters and signed two grandad starters. Insane? You bet!

My above analysis was made before the facts … not after the facts. I called all

of these disasters before they occurred. In the meantime, check the Met’s performance this past month!

Who made the above decisions? Does it matter? Of course it does. Since it was Billy Eppler and Steve Cohen, the Mets better make sure that these two are not going to be involved in any decision-making processes in the future.

That was then and today is today. The Mets now have two problems going into the future.

1. They need to field a competitive team next year (2024).

2. They need to put a program in place that will bring a World Series for this franchise and its fans. Can it be done? Of course, and here’s how.

The problem can be solved by applying the Delphi Panel Approach I introduced to you three months ago in my newsletter. In case you have forgotten, here is how the DPA works.

The DPA works for a complex problem that needs a solution. At the simplest level, a group of experts are brought together to discuss the problem in order to reach a consensus as to its most appropriate solution. The procedure is iterative with feedback between iterations and involves five steps once the experts have been chosen. The five steps are as follows:

1. Select, in isolation, independent solutions and reasons for justification for the solution from the experts.

2. Provide the initial solutions and reasons of each expert to the other experts.

3. Allow each expert to revise his or her initial solution and provide the reasoning for any change to their solution.

4. Repeat Steps 1 through 3 until a “consensus” solution is approached.

5. Use the “average” of the final solution as the best estimate of the solution to the problem of concern.

The panelists? I suggest retired intelligent baseball professionals in the following six areas:

1. A manager

2. A player

3. An umpire

4. A corporate executive

5. A sports writer

6. An announcer

These six should be able to do the job. The key is to definitely remove Eppler and Cohen from this process. All that remains is for Cohen to foot the bill for the solution that will turn the franchise’s future around.

Forgive me, but I need to close by stating in no uncertain terms that acting alone, I could do the job. Forgive my ego.

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BY TOM MARGENAU

Regular readers of this column know that one of the messages I preach is this: “You have every right to file a claim for any kind of Social Security benefit you think you might be eligible for.”

Even though I deliver that message often, I sometimes worry that it falls on deaf ears. But two emails I got this week helped me to realize that at least some readers are paying attention. And these emails really boosted my spirits. Here they are.

“Dear Tom, I’d like to thank you for the article you wrote a while back concerning what divorced women need to know about Social Security. It gave me the idea to call the Social Security Administration to see if I qualified for benefits under my ex-husband’s account, since he had recently passed away and I’m over full retirement age. The phone rep told me I couldn’t get anything more. But I took your advice from another column and insisted on applying anyway. It took two months for my scheduled phone interview. They asked me a lot of questions and then told me that I did qualify and that I would be able to get extra benefits on my ex’s Social Security account, just as you had said. The day after the call, I brought my original marriage and divorce documents to the local SS office and signed some forms. And soon my extra benefits will be on the way. Your knowledge and willingness to share it are touching more lives and helping more people than you realize. Thank you again.”

Gosh, that email almost brought tears to my eyes. And then later the same day, I got this email.

“Hi Tom, Thank you, thank you, thank you! Because of you, I’m now getting an extra $500 per month in widow’s benefits. Here is the story. My husband died earlier this year. He was 80 years old. He had started his benefits at age 70, so he was getting the extra bonus for delaying his benefits until that age. I am 78, and my own benefit is smaller than his, so I thought I would get bumped up to his higher rate. But when I called the SSA’s 800 number, I was told that I could only get his full retirement age benefit, not his age 70 rate. I told him that you had written a column in which you said that widow’s get the age 70 benefit. He told me I can’t believe what I read in newspapers. And the call ended. When I got home, just by coincidence, I saw one of your other columns that said I should insist on filing for benefits. So I called the SSA back and demanded to file a widow’s claim. The phone rep reluctantly let me do it. And lo and behold, today I got a letter in the mail from the SSA telling me I am due an extra $502 per month in widow’s benefits. If you are ever in Tucson, look me up and I will buy you lunch!”

Geez, I’m almost tempted to fly to

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Tucson just to get that free lunch. And I’d like to hear more of this lady’s story about her experiences with the Social Security Administration.

Surprisingly, just a few weeks ago I wrote a column in which I pointed out that, based on reader feedback, most times people get good service from the SSA. However, I also pointed out in that column that I learned from readers’ comments that SSA reps handle routine cases very well, but they sometimes mess up when a situation is a bit out of the normal.

So, if you are ever in that situation where an SSA rep tells you one thing, but you are not sure he or she is right, let me repeat this message: INSIST ON FILING A CLAIM. It’s your legal right. And by doing so, you accomplish two things. One, you will get a legal decision about your eligibility for benefits, and not just one Social Security clerk’s opinion. And two, you will have appeal rights. In other words, if your claim is denied, and you still are not satisfied, you can ask that your claim be reviewed.

When I started working for the SSA back in the early 1970s, it was drilled into us almost from day one of our training class that people had every right to file for any benefit they think they might be due and that it was our job to help them file such claims. And in fact, the staffing of any Social Security field office was determined, in part, by the number of claims taken. So there was that extra incentive to help people file claims for benefits: More claims meant more staff. It was as simple as that. But based on the number of complaints I get from readers who tell me that they are discouraged from filing for benefits, I’m guessing that staffing procedure doesn’t exist anymore at the SSA. That’s too bad.

Before I end today’s column, I’m going to address a related issue. Many readers are always telling me they don’t like filing for benefits at a local Social Security office because they are worried the claims-taking rep (who possibly could be somewhat new in the position) won’t do a good job calculating the correct benefit amount.

But you don’t have to worry about that. Social Security benefit calculations are not done in local Social Security offices. They are done by the SSA’s national computer system, which has a remarkable record of accuracy when it comes to figuring out someone’s proper monthly Social Security check. So, whether you file for benefits online, in person at an SSA office or via the agency’s toll free number (800-772-1213), your claim ends up in the same place -- once again, in the SSA’s national computer system. And you can rest assured you will get the benefits you are due.

This gets me thinking back to my own pioneer days (in the early 1970s) working for the SSA. Back then, we did

calculate many benefits in the local SSA office. Fortunately, there was a category of employee whose job it was to know SSA benefit calculations inside and out. So, they would figure the benefit amount, transcribe the information onto a special “award” form, and we claims-taking personnel would sign the form confirming and authorizing the payment. I remember many times just crossing my fingers, saying a little prayer and signing the form. Fortunately, these calculation technicians were almost always right and 99% of our cli-

ents got paid correctly.

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

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CROSSWORD PUZZLE

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There were those who were fortunate or one would say lucky enough to purchase a home, condo, or coop when interest rates were decreasing at historic lows back in 2020-2021. Some say it was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, and looking back, I truly believe it was the best time to jump into the real estate game to become a homeowner and get out of the rental syndrome of being beholden to one’s landlord. It was and still is the most advantageous method of building wealth in the U.S. besides the stock market and owning a business.

To provide some statistics (from OneKeyMLS), if you bought a single-family home in Nassau County back in Sept 2021 where the median sale price (half the homes were lower and half were higher) was $642,500, the price at the end of August 2023 was $700,000. So the median sale price increase over that 2-year period had been $57,500. However, when observing each town, prices varied depending on the location, condition, and other variables. As I have said in previous columns, schools are the number one variable that families look at when deciding where they will move, based on their individual budgets, which has had the greatest effect on prices. The average price of a single-family home during that same period went from $791,702 to $873,435 an increase of $81,733. It’s obvious when reviewing the numbers some escalated price increases in the higher-end areas have skewed the numbers and may not reflect on the average prices within a specific town.

Median sale prices for condos were higher, from September 2021, increasing from $621,000 to $660,000 by the end of August 2023, an increase of $39,000. Again, this was covering all of Nassau County and individual towns might have had increases that fluctuated depending on their location and other variables. I surmise that my hypothesis as well as speaking to numerous people, was that the affordability and demand all came into play as the

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Housing prices causing major crisis

BY PHILIP A. RAICES

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and vegetables. Including protein foods, such as eggs, Canadian bacon or low-fat cottage cheese from the dairy group, can help keep them full until lunch.

Here are some practical ideas for a healthy breakfast.

-- Make overnight oatmeal by mixing

typical purchaser was more into single-family homes; especially during the pandemic.

Many exiting the cities that were working remotely needed a separate space to work out of and comparing the pros and cons of a condo unit to a single-family home might not have worked as conveniently so a single-family home was the preference. Average sale prices of condos went from $730,271 in September 2021 to $802.709 by the end of August 2023 an increase of $72,438.

The median sales price of coops in Nassau County went from$279,000 in September 2021 to $308,917 by the end of August 2023, an increase of $29,917. The average price of a coop during the same period went from $308,917 in September 2021 to $328,155 at the end of August 2023 an increase of $19,238.

The future for many sitting on the sidelines might have a possible opportunity next year or maybe not. It all depends on what the Fed does with interest rates. Inventory will not increase very much, if at all as long as demand is still strong, keeping availability scarce. So the pressure on prices to decrease will be very minimal, if at all. If and only if demand were to cool off substantially would prices moderate one never knows, at what point that would occur. However, if the Fed were to decrease interest rates by 1-1.5% by the end of 2024, assuming inflation were to get to 2%, which is their goal, then I believe the feeding frenzy would begin all over again and prices would potentially continue to increase. This will allow a certain number of purchasers to begin seriously searching for the “next place to call home.” However, according to the Case-Schiller Index back in 2021, we needed anywhere from 1-5 million new homes to satisfy demand. With supply chain disruptions excessive price increases, and construction costs soaring way beyond

what was anticipated, new home prices have gone up. Most cannot afford a brand new home and resales are where a majority of the buyers are in and around Long Island. Sellers won’t give up their refinanced lowest rates in history adding to the severe lack of available housing. So over the last two years, there have been combinations of so many factors working against most buyers, that affordability through much higher mortgage rates, lack of supply, bidding wars and much higher prices, and insufficient income has caused so many to sit on the sidelines or leave NY. In an article by TBR News media’s Aidan Johnson, according to the National Low Income Housing Coalition’s 2021 Out of Reach report, the minimum hourly wage to afford a 2-bedroom apt in Nassau-Suffolk in the Hud Metro Fair Market Rents Area was $39.13. Therefore, two minimum wage workers at $15 per hour still could not afford an apartment; and that was back in 2021 a far cry from what the costs of renting are today.

I have come to the conclusion and in my opinion, many (including our politicians) are in a checkmate position and are either deciding to stay in their rentals or parents/in-laws’ homes or potentially leave the area entirely to more affordable locales. We are in a housing quandary of uncertainty going forward. So the choices in homeownership are diminishing at a rapid pace. Governor Hochul’s housing plan although flawed in where construction should have been considered is still the only viable answer as she has now revised her plan to provide monies to those communities willing to build lower-cost units. We absolutely and positively need more housing! Are there any empty buildings in and around Nassau, Suffolk, Queens, NYC, or Westchester that could be renovated, upgraded, and priced at a lower price with the assistance of NYS, whether

Helping Kids Eat Healthy

oats with fresh or frozen fruit, low-fat milk and low-fat yogurt for a ready-to-eat morning meal.

-- Buy frozen whole-wheat waffles to toast and spread with a nut or seed butter or top with fruit, such as a banana.

-- Prepare homemade egg bites with vegetables the night before, then reheat in the morning.

for sale or for rent? This will enable us to keep our Millennials, Gen Z, and others in place so we do not continue to lose our future labor market and the “brain drain” that has been occurring since the 1980s here on Long Island.

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

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

-- Repurpose leftover roasted vegetables to make hash with eggs and turkey sausage.

-- Add sliced turkey, ham or chicken and a slice of low-fat cheese to a toasted English muffin.

-- Use last night’s spinach to scramble or bake into a quiche with eggs and lowfat cheese.

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

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Autumn Is Coming ... Finally!

BY DENNIS MAMMANA

Week of Sept. 17-23, 2023

Seasons come and seasons go, and over our lives we’ve all become accustomed to this pattern. When I was young, I looked forward to summer because we got a few months off from school and had great weather to swim, travel or just lay around and do nothing.

Having lived in the Southwestern U.S. deserts for half my life, however, I now look forward to the cooler days and nights of autumn. And this week, I’m absolutely giddy with excitement. That’s because autumn is coming. Finally!

This year, autumn officially begins in our planet’s Northern Hemisphere on Sept. 23 at 2:05 a.m. EDT, but on the U.S. West Coast, it occurs on Sept. 22 (11:05 p.m. PDT).

Many people think that autumn begins on the day that we see the sun rise due east and set due west, or when the length of our daytime and nighttime are equal. If we don’t concern ourselves with fine details, both are somewhat true statements.

So why, then, did I cite the exact time for the beginning of autumn? That’s because the onset of autumn -- the autumnal equinox -- is not a day, but rather a moment in time. It’s marked by the sun’s passage in the heavens from the Northern Hemisphere sky into the

Southern Hemisphere sky. It occurs, in fact, the moment the sun crosses the celestial equator on its journey from north to south.

Confused? Well, try to imagine what’s going on.

During summertime, we in the Northern Hemisphere see the sun cross our daytime sky high overhead, but during wintertime, it crosses relatively

low in the southern sky. This happens because our planet’s equator is tipped about 23.4 degrees to the plane of its orbit around the sun.

At some point during the year, however, the sun -- traveling along its orbit (called the “ecliptic”) -- must cross the equator on its way southward, and that defines the moment known as the autumnal equinox. When this occurs,

When All the World Is Your Cronut

BY TRACY BECKERMAN

“Ummm, this is good,” said my husband with a mouth full of food. “What is it?”

I looked up from the kitchen sink where I was doing dishes. “It’s a cronut.”

“A what?”

“A cronut. It’s part croissant, part doughnut.”

He looked at me like I had two heads.

“I was actually going to get some duffins, but the cronuts looked better, so I bought those instead.”

“What’s a duffin?” he asked hesitantly.

“It’s part doughnut, part muffin. The cruffins and bruffins looked good too, but I didn’t want to go crazy, so I just stuck with the cronuts.”

“What the heck are you talking

about?” he said.

“A cruffin is part croissant, part muffin, and a bruffin is part brioche and part muffin,” I replied.

“Are you out of your mind?” he said.

I laughed. I didn’t blame him for being confused. Ever since the cronut made its debut, it seemed like the food industry had been taken over by mad scientists. They were not only combining doughnuts and muffins, but just about any other kind of food you could think of. There were piecakens (a pie baked inside a cake), brookies (brownie meets cookie) and cherpumples (cherry, pumpkin and apple pie). There were meatzas (a pizza with a ground-beef crust), chocamole (avocado and chocolate guacamole) and turduckens (a chicken stuffed into a duck stuffed into a turkey). It was like Betty Crocker got

our sun appears directly overhead for viewers on the Earth’s equator.

Now try to imagine standing at the equator. On the first day of autumn, you’d see the sun pass directly overhead. A few days or weeks earlier, the sun would have crossed your northern sky, and a few days or weeks later, it would cross your southern sky. But on that day, the sun stands directly over the equator, so you would watch it pass directly overhead at midday.

Another way to think about it is to imagine extending a projection of the Earth’s equator into the starry heavens. This would create in the sky what astronomers call the “celestial equator.” The moment when the sun crosses this great circle on its way south marks the autumnal equinox, and the onset of autumn in the Earth’s Northern Hemisphere.

One easy way to watch how the sun’s position changes at this time of year is to notice how the sunset point drifts southward along the horizon over several days or weeks. To do this, you must have only a fixed observing location, but be careful not to look directly at the sun itself or you may suffer irreversible eye damage.

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it on with Dr. Frankenstein and they had Frankenfood babies.

I actually blame all this on the snooty dog people. When I was a kid, mixed breed dogs were simply called mutts. But then someone got the idea that they could charge money for a mutt if they came up with a cute name for a dog that came from two different breeds. Suddenly we were overrun with Maltipoos, puggles, schnoodles and schnockers. I knew we had hit designer dog saturation when I met a woman with a dog that was part bulldog and part shih tzu, which, naturally, she said was a bullshihtz.

As the proud owner of a pair of jeggings (jeans and leggings), I was already down with the hybrid trend. But for my husband who couldn’t even bear to hear the word “spork” without cring-

ing, this was all just a little too much for him. Still, I told him it was all really a big nontroversy, and he should just chillax, maybe put on a good rom-com, and take a short staycation from all this nonsense.

“You know, this is all too much for me,” he finally said. “I’m going to work out.”

“What are you doing?” I asked.

“I have a men’s fitness class.”

“What’s it called?” I wondered. He smiled. “Broga.”

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

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Free recital celebrating Pearl Jolles Groothuis

Songs of Memory and MerryMaking pays tribute to the legacy of Pearl Jolles Groothuis at the Adelphi University Performing Arts Center (PAC) on Friday, September 22. The free recital features past and present recipients of the Groothuis Award for

Singers.

The program includes musical theatre favorites from shows such as “ Most Happy Fella, ” “ Carousel, ” “ She Loves Me, ” and “ Hunchback of Notre Dame, ” as well as classical showpieces, and original selections.

The Groothuis Endowment was established by members of the Groothuis family in memory of Pearl Jolles Groothuis to support the vocal studies of students in the Adelphi Department of Music.

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Centennials GU9 Travel Teams start season undefeated

Four new Centennials U9 girls travel teams took the field this past Saturday for their first regular season games together. Having played together for only a month, each team started the season off strong going undefeated at 2-0-2. The GC Aces bested Levittown with a resounding 6-1 win and the GC

Galaxy shut out Floral Park 4-0. The GC Flames and GC Champions both played to draws with the Flames finishing 1-1 against Lynbrook/E. Rockaway and the Champions playing Plainedge to a 0-0 draw. Good luck to all the girls as they start their travel soccer careers. Play hard and have fun! Go GC!

GC Flames chasing down the ball.

GC Aces going over the game plan.

GC Galaxy are all smiles after a hard working win.

GC Champions battling for possession.

Thunder Stoller 11s, Spirt Cheer 6 Pink kick off season

The Thunder (Stoller) 11s began their 2023 season in the rain-soaked confines of Garden City Community Park against their long-time rivals, the Uniondale Knights. The hard-fought game resulted in a 14-14 tie, as both teams gave incredible effort throughout the afternoon.

The wet weather did nothing to dampen the enthusiasm of the Thunder fans and the Spirit Cheer 6 (Pink) team. This season-opener marked a bittersweet milestone for the Thunder and Spirit Teams, both of whom are entering their last season in the program before Middle School team eligibility.

The Thunder began their 2023 campaign with an 8-play, 55-yard scoring drive, capped by a Dylan Vaillant 4-yard touchdown run and an extra point pass and catch from Landon Stoller to Hayes Kelleher. Vaillant would add an interception late in the second quarter and a second touchdown run late in the fourth quarter.

The Thunder continued to impress defensively, as they stifled the Knights scoring attack in the first half, holding the Knights scoreless through the first 20 min-

utes of play.

The Thunder kickoff team provided stellar play, led by kicker Jaxson Pepicelli, who pinned the Knights deep in their territory all game, including a key kickoff in the fourth quarter, earning Pepicelli the Savage of the Game! The Thunder kick return unit was led by Nate Kong, who provided a crucial kick return in the second half to help set up a Thunder scoring attack.

Utility man, Owen Arneson, anchored the linebacking core for the Thunder defense against a tough and determined Knights offensive attack. Arneson was also a fixture on the Thunder offensive side of the ball, contributing crucial runs throughout the game. Arneson’s play on both sides of the ball earned him the Thunder Game Belt!

The Thunder continue their 2023 campaign at home on Sunday, September 17, as they welcome the Lynbrook Titans to Garden City Community Park and will once again be supported by the Spirit Cheer 6 (Pink) Team. Kick-off is at 11 a.m. Go Thunder!! Go Spirit!

The 2023 Spirit Cheer 6 (Pink) team.

Congratulations to the Savage Player of the Game and the winner of the Game Belt!.

The 2023 GC Thunder (Stoller) 11s.

The Thunder Linemen held tough all game.

The game captains were unified as they head out for the coin toss midfield

Thunder Walker 7s kick off first season vs Lynbrook

The Thunder 7s Walker opened their first-ever Thunder season at home at Stewart Field on Saturday, Sept 10. The boys were fired up and ready to play their first game!

Both teams played hard, and despite two touchdowns and a forced fumble from Branson Pepicelli (7), a fumble

recovery by Anthony Canner (30), and several big runs by Patrick Hannan (87), the Thunder fell 26-12.

This Saturday night, the Thunder will look to bounce back and secure their first win on the road vs Levittown (MacLaren Stadium) at 8 p.m. Go Thunder!

Big run by Patrick Hannan (87).

Thunder Walker 7s defense breaks the huddle.

Coach Walker, Branson Pepicelli (7), Jack Miller (3), and Harris Delaney (20) line up for the coin toss.

QB Declan Walker (9) takes the first snap

Huge play by Branson Pepicelli (7) with two TDs on the day.

Thunder Walker 7s offense looking to put some points on the board.

Thunder 9s Diez battle Franklin Square in season opener

The Thunder 9s Diez opened their 2023 season under the lights in Franklin Square on Saturday night, looking to build on the success of the previous two years.

The team welcomed three new players to their first ever Thunder football game, Xander Eppler (8), Owen Moylan

(10), and Jase Vath (11) and started off strong with a TD on their first drive of the game. Both teams traded blows in a hard-fought battle that was tied at 12-12 with only a few minutes to play.

Despite touchdowns from QB Nicholas Diez (12) and RB Grayson

Pepicelli (28), key fumble recoveries from Nicholas Manginello (42) and Sean Schoppner (16), and a booming sack from Keegan Fitzpatrick (17), the Thunder fell 18-12.

The Thunder 9s Diez will look to bounce back as they host the Seaford Broncos at Community Park this upcoming Sunday at 8 a.m. Go Thunder!

Keegan Fitzpatrick (17) sets his sights on the FSQ QB.

Nicholas Diez (12) scores TD.

Ryan Ormond (89), Grayson Pepicelli (28), Nicholas Diez (12), Keegan Fitzpatrick (17), Colin Miller (4) line up for the coin toss.

Grayson Pepicelli (28) run with some nice blocks.

Grayson Pepicelli (28) runs it in for a TD on the opening drive.

Offense gets set for a play.

Boys Varsity Soccer dominates in season beginning

The boys continue to play a balanced, control style game under Cutter, forcing their opponents into chasing the ball around the field, never having a problem moving the ball backwards to their keeper Ian Popke to restart the attack. Up and down the lineup are players who have confidence with the ball and the ability to work in traffic or make quick runs to receive accurate passes. Speed, ball control and confidence!

This week the boys had to deal with an unexpected off-field obstacle as they were forced to move their home game against Elmont at the last minute due to issues caused by the heavy downpour experienced in GC. The change of venue didn’t affect the team as they had to board the bus and travel to Elmont for a later than anticipated start to the game.

John Gibbons is first to the ball.

Coach Paul Cutter has a veteran team, 13 seniors and 11 juniors, set to compete for another long run into the playoffs. The team has gotten off to a fast start with three stellar performances on both sides of the ball after returning from a grueling few days of camp in PA, that not only helped the team develop as players, but also as teammates.

After giving up the first goal of the game, and season, to Malverne/East Rockaway, the boys have scored 18 unanswered goals, a goal differential of 17 after just three games. Senior captains forward Tommy Poz (6 goals, 2 assists), midfielder Aidan Molloy (4 assists), midfielder Travis Thompson (1 goal, 2 assists) and defender Kyle Watson (1 goal) have led the way displaying excellent two-way soccer.

The last-minute bus trip didn’t slow down the powerful offense of the Trojans as they quickly cashed in on a Molloy corner kick with a goal off the head of Poz for a 1-0 lead only 7 minutes into the match. Less than a minute later Poz put a perfect pass onto the foot of Kyle Watson and the senior defender buried it for a 2-0 lead.

The team continued to pressure the Elmont defense and create many more opportunities and GC scored five more times to close out the half. The goals were spread throughout the lineup as Thompson, Poz, Charlie Koester, John Gibbons and Andrew Fuoco all found the back of the net. The game was halted at halftime because of impending lightning storms in the area but the boys did enough to secure the 7-0 victory over Elmont. The win brings their record to 3-0 with the other victories over Malverne/ East Rockaway (7-1) and St. Francis Prep (4-0).

Andrew Fuoco moves around his defender.

Jack Brock controls the ball in the back.

Aidan Molloy delivers the perfect corner kick.

Nicholas Clyne runs on to the through ball.

Photos courtesy of Ed Rotondo

GCHS Trojans saddle up for victory against Colts

The Garden City High School varsity football team traveled to Merrick on Saturday, September 9, to face the Colts of Calhoun High School. Both teams won their season openers the prior week. The opening kickoff was taken by James Ullrich, who was making his kicking debut this season. Junior Declan

Wuchte mirrored the returners cutback and made a nice tackle coming across the field. After the Colts opened their first series with a pass to the running back, defensive tackle Jack O’Neill swooped around the backfield for the tackle. Defensive tackle Owen Holtzman and defensive end Brady Karol then stopped

the running back for a one-yard loss and linebacker Matthew Kephart made a strong tackle. Following a first down, Aidan Considine made a solid tackle and the Colts then punted after two straight incompletions down field.

Considine got the offense going and followed tackle Justin Gisolfi up the field for a first down. A turnover by the Trojans, however, forced the defense off the sidelines. After an errant snap, defensive end John Uhoda downed the quarterback in the backfield forcing a long second down. Defensive back Cooper Kraus deflected a long pass but then the Colts crossed midfield on a quarterback scramble. Holtzman, O’Neill,

and junior Blake Cascadden stuffed the running back in the backfield. A failed fourth down attempt gave the ball back to the Trojans on their own 41-yard line. Garden City put a fine drive together, capped by a 19-yard touchdown pass from Carson Kraus to tight end Brady Karol. The Trojans led 7-0 with 2:32 remaining in the first quarter following Ullrich’s extra point. Tyler Gorman stopped the kick returner in his tracks on the ensuing kickoff.

Junior Michael Berkery continued the hard hitting with a stop on first down. Safety Matthew Liberopoulos and Kephart recorded strong tackles and the Colts punted to open the second quarter.

Co-captain Matthew Liberopoulos and the defense recover the fumble.

Trojan Defense’s Josh Cohen

Matthew Kephart (#24) stops the Colts with Aidan Considine (#10) and Owen Wuchte (#17).

Tyler Gorman (#44) blocks for Justin Baiker.

GCHS Trojans saddle up for victory against Colts

Berkery took a pitch from Carson Kraus and turned it into an 18-yard gain. A turnover gave the ball back to the Colts. Junior defensive back Daniel Medjid made a nice play to prevent a long completion down the Garden City sideline, as did Cooper Kraus along the Calhoun sidelines. Following a Colts punt, a string of tough runs by Considine took the Trojans across midfield before Carson Kraus outran the Colts for a 42-yard touchdown. Ullrich followed with the extra point and Garden City led at halftime 14-0.

Junior Jimmy Trocchia returned the second half kickoff 16 yards. Behind the offensive line of O’Neill, Matthew Reilly, Brendan Bohn, Holtzman, and Gisolfi, the GC running backs moved down the field nicely before Berkery scampered for a 29-yard touchdown run. Another extra point by Ullrich made it 21-0 with 9:44 left in the third quarter. Nose tackle Stamati Makrinos drew two offensive linemen and linebacker Considine forced a fumble, which was recovered by Uhoda. On the next play, the Kraus brothers connected on a 28-yard touchdown, with Carson finding Cooper in the endzone. Following the extra point by Ullrich, GC led 28-0 with 8:25 remaining in the third.

Kephart snuffed out a keeper by the quarterback and the defense forced a punt. Sophomore Justin Baiker ran 12 yards for a first down run and, behind key blocks by fullback Gorman, guard Holtzman, and tight end Andrew Schlipf, added another run of 19 yards. Ullrich kicked the team’s first field goal of the season and the Trojans led 31-0 with 1:26

to go in quarter three.

In the fourth quarter, junior defensive back Owen Wuchte, junior defensive end Ryan Campbell, lineman Josh Cohen, linebacker Jack Alkin, junior DB Medjid, and junior linebacker Daniel Morizio all made nice plays to force the Colts off the field. Junior wide receivers Patrick Van Blenis and Julian Galli sealed the inside with nice blocks to allow Baiker to get outside for a first down. Quarterback Declan Wuchte pushed forward on a keeper behind center Bohn to keep the drive alive. Alkin, Campbell, Morizio, and sophomore Zach Olson created a

seam near the goal line that Leo Votruba powered through for a touchdown. Ullrich capped his 8-point day with the extra point, giving GC a 38-0 lead with 3:41 remaining in the game.

Defensive backs Joseph Pino, Andrew Loughlin, and Brett Karr took away any passing threat from the Calhoun offense and defensive linemen James Nugent,

Michael O’Hanlon, Patrick McCormack, junior linebacker Gavin Lawe, and junior linebacker Brandon Plunkett, contained the Calhoun running backs. Junior defensive end Matt Kneafsey sacked the quarterback to end the game. Final score: Garden City 38, Calhoun 0. The Trojans face the Bulldogs of Long Beach at home on Thursday, September 14, at 4:30 p.m.

Michael Berkery’s touchdown run.

Leo Votruba scores his first touchdown.

Brady Carol’s first touchdown of the season.

GC Girls Varsity Soccer team heads to Albany

The Trojans left on Friday, September 8, for the NY State HS Girls Soccer Hall of Fame Tournament in Albany, NY. On Saturday morning, the girls faced a very strong team from upstate NY, Columbia High School. This game was a well played battle from start to finish and ended in a 0-0 draw. Saturday night, the team attended the Hall of Fame dinner where Emily Menges, a former GC soccer player, was inducted into the Hall of Fame. Congratulations Emily!

Game two on Sunday morning was a bit different then the back and forth battle the day before. The Lady Trojans beat Central Valley Academy 9-0. This one-sided game had goals scored by Bella Vona (3), Chloe Benik, Emily Romeo, Madsie Patrickakos, Lizzie Curth and Deanna Prisco. Kate Connolly and Marissa Patrissi each had two saves in goal.

The lady Trojans are off to a great start! Our first league game will be played on Wednesday, September 13, against South Side HS at Darcy Field in RVC. Please come out to support this talented team!

Please follow us on Instagram @gcgirlsvsoccer or @gctrojannation.

Junior midfielder Chloe Benik with a goal in game two and freshman Sienna Castellano moving the ball down the field.

Photo by Ed Rotondo

Junior midfielder Sophia Rhein working hard to keep possession.

Photo by Ed Rotondo

Bella Vona with a hat trick in game two!

Photo by Ed Rotondo

The 2023 GC Girls Varsity Soccer team at the Hall of Fame Tournament in Albany.

Senior Emily Romeo with a goal in game two.

Photo by Ed Rotondo

Freshman Sydney Rhein with her first varsity goal in game two.

Photo by Ed Rotondo

Wenzel 8s romp RVC 32-0 in home opener

In the early morning of September 9, captains Kellan Mastaglio, Tristan Leder, and James Ryan led Team Wenzel onto the gridiron at Community Park ready to defend their home field against Rockville Centre. And defend they did.

While five different Team Wenzel players found the endzone on offense — Michael Sofia, Justin Wenzel, James Ryan, Tristan Leder, and Aidan Knapp — it was the defense that delivered a collective all-star performance with non-stop big hits, preventing RVC from obtaining a single first down

the entire game.

RVC’s offense had no answer for Joseph Martorana, Jack Livingston, Patrick Burns, and Brendan Maier, who seemed to break through the line and pressure the quarterback on every play. With the corners shut down by defensive ends Jojo Brantuk and Connor McKay, RVC simply had nowhere to go.

In the end, Team Wenzel claimed victory 32-0 and sent a message: We Coming. We Here. It’s Personal.

Team Wenzel travels to Lynbrook on Sunday at 10:30.

Game captains meet at midfield for the coin toss.

Team Wenzel gathers in victory after the dominating win.

Varsity Field Hockey opens season with shutout against Massapequa

The Garden City Varsity Field Hockey team started their 2023 campaign with a decisive 5-0 victory over Massapequa. Team captains Tara Hollis and Arcangela Haffner lead the offensive attack while Team Captain Maureen Arendt spearheaded a disciplined defense that did not allow a shot on goal in the first half. Although GC dominated the time of possession for the entire first quar -

ter, and GC amassed penalty corner opportunities, the Massapequa defense along with an extraordinary effort by the Massapequa goalkeeper managed to keep GC off the scoreboard. Finally, Katherine O’Hanlon found a gap in the defense and the loud crack of the ball against the wooden backboard of the goal signaled the first goal of the 2023 season had been scored. The relentless GC defense

successfully protected the one goal lead until the powerful Arcangela Haffner scored the first insurance goal, and GC took a 2-0 lead into halftime. Early in the second half the GC offensive onslaught overwhelmed the Massapequa defense. Although Arcangela Haffner’s penalty corner shot was saved, the deflection was rocketed past the goalkeeper by Tara Hollis making it a 3-0 game. Building

The 2023 Garden City Girls Varsity Field Hockey Roster

#1: Emily Racich, Freshman

#2: Emerson Goettelman, Junior

#3: Claire Arendt, Freshman

#4: Julianne Smith, Junior

#5: Alexandra Walsh, Senior

#6: Catherine Clavin, Junior

#7: MaryKate Allen, Junior

#8: Hayden Rogler, Junior #9: Jennifer Roller, Sophomore

#10: Maureen Arendt*, Senior

#11: Daly Pryblyski, Sophomore

#12: Tara Hollis*, Senior

#14: Stephanie Morgan, Senior

#16: Grace Golden, Sophomore

#17: Grace Brantuk, Freshman

#18: Nicole Nallan, Senior

The 2023 Garden City Girls Varsity Field Hockey Schedule

Sept 15: Home v. Ward Melville (non-league)

Sept 19: Away v. Manhasset

Sept 21: Home v. Locust Valley

Sept 23Away v. Cold Spring Harbor

Sept 28: Away v. Sacred Heart Academy (scrimmage)

Sept 30: Away v. Clarke

Oct 1: Away v. Northport (scrimmage)

Oct 3: Away v. Carle Place

on their first half success, the GC defensive shell refused to allow the Massapequa offense to cross midfield in the second half. Catalina Suau and Alexandra Walsh combined for two more goals in the second half.

Coach Lauren Lavelle, assisted by coaches Justine DeLuca and Melissa Camberdella, have put together a strong roster. There are several returning players in the starting line

#19: Jacqueline Caruthers, Senior

#20: Lauren Marino, Junior

#21: Catalina Suau, Sophomore

#22: Anastasia Follender, Senior

#23: Eva Famularo, Junior

#24: Arcangela Haffner*, Junior

#25: Julia Forelli, Junior

#26: Lindsay Loughlin, Junior

#27: Allison Caruthers, Senior #28: Reilly O'Sullivan, Junior

#29: Averie Smith, Sophomore

#30: Grace Power, Junior

#32: Katherine O'Hanlon, Sophomore

#33: Ella Williams, Junior

#38: Ava Milone, Junior

#95: Madeline Mitchell, Junior #96: Ellie Rosato, Junior

*DENOTES CAPTAIN

Oct 5: Home v. North Shore

Oct 7: Away v. Massapequa

Oct 11: Home v. Baldwin

Oct 13: Home v. Cold Spring Harbor

Oct 18: Away v. Port Washington

Oct 20: Home v. Manhasset

Oct 21: Home v. Carle Place

Oct 25: Away v. Carle Place (scrimmage)

Oct 28: Class B Quarter Finals

Oct 31: Class B Semi Finals

Nov 2: Class B County Finals

Nov 5: Long Island Championship

Nov 11/12: NYS Championship

Katherine O’Hanlon on her way to the goal.

Celebrating on the Pitch

Captain Tara Hollis scores!

Varsity Field Hockey opens season with shutout against Massapequa

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up along with many new and talented players. The 33-girl roster began to gel in the second half and the coaching staff gave many new players their first chance to play in a Varsity game. In her “Name and Sport” postgame interview conducted by Athletic Director Eduardo Rameriz, Tara Hollis explained in addition to winning, the team’s goal through -

out the 2023 season is to maintain their three “C” philosophy of being compassionate, having great communication, and to be composed on the field. Next up for GC is a non-league matchup against the perennial talented Ward Melville squad, followed up by a key away game against longtime rival Manhasset.

GC Varsity Field Hockey 2023 Instructional Clinics

The Varsity Field Hockey team are Long Island Champions and NYS Finalists! Come learn the basics and grow your game! This winning team will once again be hosting their instructional clinics for grades K-8! The clinics will held on Sunday, September 10, 17, 24, October 1, and 15, from 4:30–6 p.m. on the GC High School Turf. The cost for the clinic is $60 per player. Each girl should bring a field hockey stick, mount

guard, protective eyewear, and shin guards to each clinic. Please provide you daughter's name, grade, address, parent email, parent's cell phone, and any medical issues. All checks should be paid to Garden City Field Hockey with your daughter's name and grade in the memo. All registration information and payment can be mailed or dropped off to Christine Hollis at 120 Kensington Road.

Arci Haffner inserting the ball.

Please drop off any canned foods, pasta, cereals, personal care items and more to our Garden City Office. We are accepting donations the entire month of September.

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