The Garden City News (11/8/24)

COUNTY CHAMPIONS

For the first time in 28 years, both the Garden City High School Boys and Girls Varsity Soccer teams have won the Nassau County championships. Above, the girls with their plaque.

Traffic Comm approves traffic changes

BY RIKKI MASSAND

The Garden City Traffic Commission will meet at 6:15 p.m. on Thursday, November 21, at Village Hall, with a virtual option via Zoom.

At the previous meeting on September 19, Trustee Judy Courtney chaired in place of Trustee Ed Finneran. Courtney began by prioritizing

a proposal to extend the eastbound left-turn lane on First Street for northbound traffic onto Cherry Valley Avenue.

Superintendent of Public Works John Borroni noted that Trustee Vinny Muldoon originally suggested the extension to alleviate traffic backups.

“The drawing we provided to the Commission is three times the stack (turning lane)

that’s currently there, and I think that is warranted,” Borroni said.

Trustee Muldoon added that expanding the turn lane would reduce traffic disruptions for vehicles traveling straight, benefiting nearby residents by shifting traffic away from driveways.

Police Commissioner

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St. Paul’s survey questions under development

BY RIKKI MASSAND

In a work session on October 28 at the Garden City Public Library, Village Trustees and consultants from Brandstetter Carroll Inc. (BCI) discussed the draft of the St. Paul’s survey, which will be distributed to residents. BCI shared that work on the survey began in May, following the completion of a Recreation Master Plan survey. The final version of the St. Paul’s survey is expected soon.

BCI officials commented that the process of developing

the St. Paul’s survey started back in May. First, the work of finalizing and sending out the Recreational Needs Assessment survey – to inform a Village of Garden City Recreation Master Plan – took up time until mid-summer. The consultants believe the next draft version of the St. Paul’s survey would be the final one, and once it’s done it can be shared with residents.

According to BCI’s John Bucher, “Mostly, we were originally hired to look at St. Paul’s

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Ceremony honors veterans on

Everyone is invited to the Garden City Veterans Day ceremonies to honor our veterans. A bell will strike at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month for that moment signified the end of World War I.

There will be two ceremonies to honor our veterans:

Nov.11

9:40 a.m. – ‘Meet the Veterans’ program in the GC Library conference room 10:50 a.m. – Ceremony at the Village Memorial Plaza outside the library Commander Frank A. Tauches, Jr. will lead members of the William Bradford Turner Post of the American Legion, and Auxiliary President Jacqueline Eltringham will welcome community leaders, and members of the community in honoring our devoted veterans.  “On Veterans Day, we

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Photo by Ed Rotondo

Well, the presidential election is over and as predicted, around half the country is happy and half the country is disappointed. If you are among the happy, congratulations. If you are among the disappointed, take some time to process your feelings, but when that’s done, come back to the table. It is essential that in our current political system that we have two viable parties so that they can serve as checks on each other.

While the two-party system is inherently divisive, we will still need to work together to keep moving forward. What that path looks like will be a direct result of whether we can maintain some kind of unity and work together for compromise.

On a local level, the village has gone through some difficult political seasons, and yet for the most part the different factions have come to work together. While the speed at which the St. Paul’s conundrum is being solved may seem glacial, at least it’s moving forward after over 30 years. At the same time, St. Paul’s is only one issue, and we think most people are comfortable with the way the village is run.

Elections, both local and national, are a referendum on whether the public approves of and/or trusts our leaders. If a result disappoints you, it’s time to reevaluate why so many people are dissatisfied. It may be painful, but it is necessary.

Clarity needed

To the Editor:

There was p.2 letter in last week’s GCN by Trustee Ed T. Finneran. The letter praises and vouches for Trustee Vinny Muldoon’s good works and good intentions. While not naming me as one who has called into question the propriety of his seemingly blurring the lines between his successful business activities and his standing as a Trustee I have done so in two previous letters. However, while supporting Trustee Muldoon’s good work, Trustee Finneran overlooks the important issue or precedent- whether the Village is going to allow existing policies regarding gifts and donations to be ignored by trustees and residents.

Past Trustees have upfront drawn a bright line between such activities. Deputy Mayor Bruce Chester made a declaration his insurance broker business should not engage in activities seeking to broker insurance between the Village and insurance companies with which he has relationships. Former Mayor Veneziale made a similar commitment. Former Trustee Bolebruch never engaged on soliciting stock trading using his services. Granted Trustee Muldoon’s business is more intrinsically entwined with Village residents but shouldn’t there be some guidepost or a standard for Trustees to gauge whether their activities somehow become inappropriate? One would hope the Muldoon admirers, rightfully supportive of Muldoon’s labors, might also appreciate that trustees following Muldoon who might venture to do unapproved work on Village property that might not possess Mr. Muldoon’s skill sets or quality of workers. And, after all, there is an election coming up less than five months from now. Both Board members and new candidates can be informed by such standard.

Trustee Finneran mentions the word “donating services” pertaining to some of Trustee Muldoon’s activities. In that regard Village regulations do pertain

and provide limitations as to the value of donations. Specifically, the Board, on 7/15/21, resolved (minutes of meeting at p. 4, item 2) to amend the policy pertaining to the Gifts and Donations to the Village Policy raising the established No. 21,1996 limit from $1,000 to $2,000 to be permitted without requirement of review by the Board. There are no exceptions to this policy. However, well intentioned Trustee Muldoon’s actions may have been, the Gift & Donation policy rule appears to apply- the services his Old World has given certainly exceeds the $2,000 limit. Yet, there has been no record of Trustee Muldoon either seeking or obtaining an exception to this policy.

What is needed is comment from the Village Counsel and/or the Board, not just for one Trustee to navigate, but to inform everyone, thereby curtailing unnecessary debate and establishing clarity for all residents. Unless the Mayor, (both a lawyer and a judge) who was a Board member approving the 2021 amendment, or Village Counsel advises the policy has been rescinded, the Board and/or the Village Counsel should certainly weigh in on applicable standard of this policy which governs the conduct of all residents, Board members included.

S. G. Gorray P.S. I emailed Trustee Muldoon expressing my recognition of his noteworthy role during the recent Edgemere firehouse work session. I have sent a copy of that email dated Oct. 27 to Trustee Finneran and the Mayor. Sadly, I observed only a few other residents present at this important event to witness the Board, head of Buildings Dpt. Giuseppe Giovanniello, GCFD Chief James Taunton and the rep from engineering firm, Lizardos Engineering in action.

Improving traffic safety

To the Editor:

Garden City faces significant traffic-related issues, including safety con-

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Sponsor a Family for Thanksgiving

The Sponsor a Family Committee invites you to participate in its annual food initiative. The 2023 food drive was incredibly successful thanks to all our sponsors! The Thanksgiving 2024 format will mirror last year’s with donations of gift cards which are evenly distributed to each receiving parish.

The goal remains the same: aiding our neighbors at Our Lady of Loretto in Hempstead and Queen of the Most Holy Rosary in Roosevelt who are especially challenged by today’s high cost of living, particularly food.

• Returning sponsors, simply drop off your donation, [see below], the committee will record all donations.

• New sponsors, let us know if you would like to sponsor a family of 4, 6, or 8. Contact: saf5thstreet@ gmail.com

• Purchase Stop and Shop gift cards for either a family of 4, 6, or 8

• Place cards in an envelope with your name and the family size included on the front

• Mail or deliver the cards to Anna Sirianni, Parish Social Ministry, 120 Fifth Street, Garden City 11530 or St. Joseph’s Rectory, 130 Fifth Street, Garden City 11530 by November 11.

• All cards are kept in a secure location and delivered to the receiving parishes by the Sponsor a Family Committee.

The following dollar amounts are recommended for gift cards based on family size; of course, all contributions are gratefully accepted. The committee is happy to combine donations to fulfill a family goal.

Family of 4: $150

Family of 6: $175

Family of 8: $200

POAs start Trustee candidate selection process

The four Property Owners’ Associations (Western, Estates, Central and Eastern) have announced the start of the process to solicit residents as candidates for the Village Board of Trustees (BOT).

Please note that you do not have to participate in this process to appear on general election ballot for the BOT as you can always run as an “independent” candidate by completing the applicable petitions.

Trustee Ed Finneran successfully ran as an “independent” candidate last year.

In the 2025 general elections to be held on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, there will be three Board of Trustee positions on the ballot and the position of Mayor.

These positions are currently held by Mayor Mary Flanagan, and Trustees Bruce Chester, Ed Finneran and Michele Beach Harrington.

The timeline for the process is as follows:

Any resident interested in participating in the POAs’ candidate selection process should send an email of interest to POATrusteeCandidates@

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gmail.com by Friday, November 22, 2024. Please consider also submitting your resume or a link to your LinkedIn profile.

Town Hall meetings may be held in early January to allow residents to meet the candidates and to ask questions depending on the number of residents who submit their names for consideration.

The four selected residents will appear as candidates on the BOT general election ballot on the Community Agreement line; vote to be held on Tuesday, March 18, 2025. It is expected that other candidates will also be running for the BOT.

The POAs support the village’s historic Community Agreement that provides for equal representation among the four sections of the village. Exceptions are made as necessary based on the number of residents that submit their names for consideration.

If you have any questions on the candidate selection process, please email POATrusteeCandidates@ gmail.com

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Kordes presents “A.T. Stewart’s Garden City” at the Library

On Saturday, November 16, from 1 –3 p.m. the documentary film “A.T. Stewart's Garden City” will be shown in the lower level of the Garden City Public Library. Historian John Ellis Kordes, who created the film 30 years ago, will give a talk on the making of the film prior to showing it. This is an encore presentation as it was shown on Saturday, September 21, which happened to coincide with the timing of the Homecoming Parade. Although streets were closed, there was still a good turnout. However, since some were unable to get there, due to the parade, a second showing will occur. This one hour and forty minute epic

documentary takes the viewer from the life and times of A.T. Stewart to the founding of Garden City and then decade by decade through its development. Over 650 archival images were used to bring Garden City’s story to life. This extremely informative and entertaining film is a must see. This is your hometown — find out how Garden City became Garden City.

There’s no charge and you do not have to be a Garden City resident to attend. So, mark your calendars, bring your family and friends and experience the fascinating story of “A.T. Stewart’s Garden City.”

POAs to host joint meeting

The four Garden City Property Owners Associations (Central, East, Estates, West) invite Garden City residents to a joint POA meeting on

Tuesday, November 12. The meeting will be held at the Senior Center at 7:30. Speakers will include Garden City trustees.

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RECENT REAL ESTATE SALES IN GARDEN CITY

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

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Long Island Sales Data From One Key MLS Nassau County Median Sale Price

Date: 10/30/2024

Sold price: $1,990,000

5 bedrooms, 3 full baths, 1 half bath

Architectural Style: Tudor

Property size: .52 acres

Annual taxes: $38,928

MLS number: 3560105

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

The Buyer’s Team: Jingwen Ding, Daniel Gale Sothebys

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140 Rockaway Avenue

Date: 11/01/2024

Sold price: $1,215,000

3 bedrooms, 2 full baths

Architectural Style: Ranch

Property size: .29

Annual taxes: $18,195

MLS number: 3568701

The Seller’s Team: Laura Giacini, Howard Hanna Coach

The Buyer’s Team: Irene Rallis Douglas Elliman Real Estate

Discover timeless charm in this sprawling GC Central Section Ranch by St Paul’s fields. A Spacious 3 bedrooms and 2 large Full bath home. The inviting EIK, spacious formal DR, and generous LR with a traditional FP set on a honed black granite hearth provide a perfect setting for both everyday living and great entertaining. An open foyer welcomes you to this classic home. Situated on a large lot; 110’ x 120’. The backyard awning ready patio is a relaxing sanctuary to enjoy lush gardens and company. This home offers a sweeping vista of green space and golf course views from the LR and front covered porch. The lower level is a large open footprint, a blank slate to make as you wish. Conveniently around the corner to the athletic fields and playground of St. Paul’s, as well as the GCMS & GCHS w/ room for a pool. A Great home to make your own.

111 Seventh Street Apt 215

Date: 10/29/2024

Sold price: $899,000

4 bedrooms, 2 full baths

Architectural Style: Condo

Annual taxes: $7,843

MLS number: 3563989

The Seller’s Team: Patricia M Aprigliano, Howard Hanna Coach

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Ducey - Li Puma engagement

Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Paul Ducey, Jr. of Ridgefield, CT, are delighted to announce the engagement of their daughter, Christine Kelly Ducey, to Tomás Li Puma, son of Mr. and Mrs. Miguel Li Puma of Newton, MA, formerly of Buenos Aires, Argentina. Christine is the granddaughter of Rosemary Ducey and the late Kenneth P. Ducey of Garden City and the late Norma and Hon. George K. Decker also of Garden City.

Christine is a graduate of Fairfield University and will receive her Master of Fine Arts from the University of California, Riverside, in May 2025. She previously served as a Corps Member in San Francisco with Teach For America and currently works as a Content and Marketing Writer for TripleLine Brands.

Tomás is a graduate of the Pontifical Catholic University of Argentina “ Santa María de los Buenos Aires, ” where he earned a Bachelor of Science in economics.

He is employed as an AIM Enterprise Relationship Manager at Bloomberg in San Francisco.

The couple resides in San Francisco, and a spring 2026 wedding is planned.

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Kick off the Holiday Season at Rotary’s Holiday Buffet Dinner & Community Service Awards on December 18

The Garden City High School Chamber Orchestra will perform at Rotary's Holiday Buffet Dinner and Community Service Awards on December 18.

The Mineola-Garden City Rotary Club warmly invites you to join us as we kick off the 2024 Holiday Season on Wednesday evening, December 18, 6pm at the all new festively decorated Stewart Manor Country Club. Invitations are being mailed this week.

Please look forward with Rotary to a spectacular evening of good cheer, fellowship and networking opportunities.

The highlight of the evening will be the presentation of Rotary’s Community Service Award to two exceptional civic-minded individuals who embody the ideals of Rotary’s moto, “Service Above Self.” Recipients Paul Pereira, Mayor of the Village of Mineola and Randy Colahan, Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Garden City Public Library, will be feted for extraordinary service to both the Garden City and Mineola communities and well beyond.

The evening will begin with a cocktail hour, to include open bar and will feature a special performance by the renowned Garden City High School Chamber Orchestra directed by Andrew Albani at 6:45pm.

An elegant buffet dinner will follow at 7pm in the holiday themed ball room. An array of raffles and gift baskets will benefit Rotary’s myriad services and good works. And, lest we forget, returning to officiate as emcee will be our affable Rotarian Ray Sikorski, past president and past Community Service

Rotarian Ray Sikorski, past president , Mineola-Garden City Rotary Club and past Community Service Award honoree, will serve as emcee of Rotary's Holiday Buffet Dinner and Community Service Awards.

Award recipient. This most special event will also serve as a prelude to Mineola-Garden City Rotary Club’s 100 Anniversary to be celebrated in 2015. Advance reservations are required. Tickets are $125 each person with tables of 10, $l,125 to include 10% discount. To receive an emailed invitation or for more information, please call Diana O’Neill, Club president at 516-699-7289 or email: mineolagardencityrotaryclyub@gmail.com.

Friends Book Sale offers great gift ideas

Thanksgiving 2024

Mayor Mary Carter Flanagan, Library Board Chairman Randy Colahan, Library Trustee Colleen Foley and former Library Chairman Herb Hummers at the November Friends Book Sale, which offered cookbooks, new releases, vintage editions, non-fiction, foreign language and children’s books, just to name a few genres. Enticing baskets were also auctioned off in a silent auction.

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FRESH TURKEY

Amish Grade A Turkey ($3.59/lb) • Bell & Evan’s Fresh Turkey ($5.49/lb)

Boneless Turkey Breast($10.99/lb) • Bone-In Turkey Breast($6.89/lb) Stuffed Turkey Breast (Apple Cornbread) ($12.99/lb) Turkey Gravy (Quart) ($9.95 ea) • Turkey Carving ($15)

COOKED OR OVEN READY TURKEY A LA CARTE

(Includes Gravy.Additional Carving: $15)

8–10 Ppl (12–14 lb.) ($109) • 12–15 Ppl (16–18 lb.) ($139) 16–20 Ppl (22–24 lb.) ($179) • Cooked Boneless Turkey Breast: 8–12 People (5–6 lb.) ($69)

BUTCHER FAVORITES

Honey Glazed Spiral Ham ($10.99/lb) • Filet Mignon, 1/2 or Whole ($24.99/lb)

Filet Mignon, Trimmed ($37.99/lb) • Prime Rib Roast ($34.99/lb)

Bone-In Leg of Lamb ($9.99/lb) • Rack of Lamb, Whole Rack ($23.99/lb)

Crown Roast Pork ($10.89/lb) • Stuffed Pork Roast ($7.89/lb)

TRIMMINGS

Stuffing with Sausage ($50/$85) • White Mashed Potato ($50/$85)

Sweet Mashed Potato w/ Marshmallows ($50/$85) • String Bean Casserole ($50/$85)

Brussels Sprouts and Pancetta ($55/$90) • String Beans w/ Garlic and Oil ($50/$85)

Homemade Cranberry Sauce Quart ($9.95) • Apple, Pumpkin or Pecan Pie ($16)

(516) 775-8666 • PLACE YOUR ORDERS EARLY! 104 Covert Ave, Stewart Manor, NY 11530 For full menu, visit www.PellegriniPrimeMeats.com

FAQs about lead service line inventory

A recent notification sent to many residents about lead service lines has caused some confusion and a significant number of calls to the Village Water Department and our consultants. The Village was required by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to notify residents of the potential for a lead service line. Some questions are the result of the Village having an older record of lead being utilized as a service line and no record of the service line being replaced/ changed. Though a water quality sample indicated non-detectable lead in the drinking water, which is good, the Village cannot be 100 percent positive that the service line is not lead-based on the records, therefore, we have classified your service line as lead. Below are the most frequently asked questions about the notices that were mailed:

I had my water tested and it did not show lead. Why am I still classified as having a lead service line?

The Village cannot be 100 percent positive that your service is not lead based on records and other factors. It is possible you may have a partial lead service between your home and the water main in the street. The EPA requires us to list you as having a lead service.

I sent in a photo of my service or

had an inspection done. Why am I still listed as having a lead service?

Many photos did not provide a clear enough image to make a determination, or the wrong photo was submitted. Also, even if you had a copper line coming into your home, it is still unknown what may be between your home and the water main in the street. We are required to report this as unknown, which is lead until proven otherwise.

I had my entire service replaced in the past and I received a letter that my service is lead.

Our records did not indicate your service was replaced. If the entire service was replaced, please provide the back up documentation and we will update our records.

The Village continues to offer one free lead test to all residential homeowners. The Village can also provide an in-home inspection to determine what the service line material is coming into your home. Additionally, the Village continues to waive road opening permit fees for lead service line replacements. To schedule a lead test please email a request to gardencitysampling@h2m.com. To schedule an inspection please call 516-465-4005. Thank you for continued understanding and cooperation.

Loose change drive for veterans

The office of Dr. Lisa Coors, Physical Therapy Options, will be hosting a "loose change" donation collection to benefit the American Legion Unit 265. Small donations come together to do big things!

Show your appreciation to our veterans by dropping off your “loose

change” donations at Physical Therapy Options, 226 Seventh St, Suite 101, from July 1 until November 10, Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Contact Dr. Coors for more information lcoors@ptoptions.com or 516-7471520.

Call us at 294-8900 to place an ad in our classifieds. We’ll help you be seen by thousands of local readers!

New carpeting installation continues

The Library carpet installation project continued this week, after hours, on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday and will continue weeknights, after hours, until the project is completed. Carpeting is being replaced continuously on the first floor (Adults, study rooms, Periodicals, YA Teens & Tweens) so there were no gaps in coverage during Library hours. Some fur-

niture or computers may be slightly moved or materials may be displaced in each section to make the space available for workers overnight. Please ask staff for assistance if you need help locating something. The new carpeting will be a similar color and style to the firstfloor Children’s and Circulation areas installed in 2023.

Senior Duplicate Bridge Results

The winners of the Monday, November 4, Seniors Duplicate Bridge games:

North/South:

1st Place: Athena Philippides and Carol Cook

2nd Place: Joan Kiernan and Claire Burns

East/West:

1st Place: George Salem and Rudy Kaiser

2nd Place: Grace Basile and Joan Cowie

Reminder: No bridge Monday, November 11, 2024 - Veterans Day

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

By John L. Gomes, MD

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.

45 New Hyde Park Road, Garden City, NY (516)-488-1008 • www.thewellseasonedchef.com

NOVEMBER 6, 2024 | 6:00–8:00 P.M.

• Pie making skills (Pumpkin pie and chocolate cream)

• Prepare pie crust from scratch

• Learn how to blind bake

• Prepare pumpkin and chocolate fillings

• Make meringue

• Each student will go home with the mini pies they prepare

JUNIOR CHEF FALL CLASS: 11/12

NOVEMBER 12, 2024 | 4:00–6:00 P.M.

• Pumpkin ravioli with butter sage sauce

• Roasted parmesan potatoes

• Pan roasted chicken with appels and herbs

• Apple tart

• Pumpkin ice cream

Kiwanis installs new officers, honors member of year

ADULT THANKSGIVING PREP CLASS: GET STUFFED!

NOVEMBER 14 & 21, 2024 | 6:00–9:00 P.M.

• Roasted root vegetables with rosemary and parmesan

• Compound butter

• Croissant and sausage stuffing

• Cranberry with red wine and thyme sauce

• Rich, silky butternut squash soup

• Garlic and herb roasted turkey nreast

• The best gravy ever!!!

FALL COOKIE DECORATING: BASICS CLASS

NOVEMBER 20, 2024 | 4:00–6:00 P.M.

• Prepare sugar cookies from scratch

• Prepare and color royal icing

• Decorate cookies

• Kids will also make personal pizzas and ice cream

• Students will take home prepared cookies

PASTRY CLASS FOR ADULTS: CAKE DECORATING

NOVEMBER 20, 2024 | 7:00–9:00 P.M.

• Cake decorating techniques

The Kiwanis Club of Garden City witnessed a peaceful transfer of power as president Roger Eltringham (right) passed the gavel to incoming president Patrick

• Properly fill and place coupler and tips on piping bags

• Practice using different piping tips

• Roses, leaf, stars, borders and ruffles

• Decorate your own cake using new piping techniques

• Take home your own decorated cake

On Thursday October 24, at the Kiwanis installation luncheon outgoing president Roger Eltringham transferred his title to Patrick Curry, Esq.

Jim Burdi MC'ed as Carole Russo was honored as Kiwanis member of the year at the well attended ceremony.

Mr. Curry announced the Civility campaign which will include the mail-

ing of George Washington’s booklet on civility to the Garden City High Schools senior class.

The Kiwanis Club is an international charity with local chapters that seek out children in need and try to provide them staples as well as respites such as summer camp and scholarship grants.

Carol Russo was honored as Kiwanis Member of the Year. Above, outgoing president Roger Eltringham presents her with the award.

Old World Quality Corp.

mcarterflanagan@gardencityny.net

Please plan to attend a special meeting scheduled on the county’s plans to redesign the intersection of Merillon and Rockaway Avenues. The meeting will take place Thursday evening, November 14, at 7:00 p.m. at Village Hall. Residents may also attend by Zoom.

Nassau County Public Works will present their tentative plans to redesign the intersection and parts of the roadways to improve pedestrian safety and slow traffic. Your Village leaders have heard your requests for improvements at this intersection, and we are happy to see the County undertaking this significant project.

Many photos did not provide a clear enough image to make a determination, or the wrong photo was submitted. Also, even if you had a copper line coming into your home, it is still unknown what may be between your home and the water main in the street. We are required to report this as unknown, which is lead until proven otherwise.

3. I had my entire service replaced in the past and I received a letter that my service is lead.

Our records did not indicate your service was replaced. If the entire service was replaced, please provide the back up documentation and we will update our records.

There will be an opportunity for residents to ask questions about the plans at this meeting. The plans will be available on the Village website for residents to review before the meeting.

Lead Service Line Inventory Questions

A recent notification sent to many residents about lead service lines has caused some confusion and a significant number of calls to the Village Water Department and our consultants. The Village was required by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to notify residents of the potential for a lead service line. Some questions are the result of the Village having an older record of lead being utilized as a service line and no record of the service line being replaced/changed. Though a water quality sample indicated non-detectable lead in the drinking water, which is good, the Village cannot be 100 percent positive that the service line is not lead-based on the records, therefore, we have classified your service line as lead. Below are the most frequently asked questions about the notices that were mailed:

1. I had my water tested and it did not show lead. Why am I still classified as having a lead service line?

The Village cannot be 100 percent positive that your service is not lead based on records and other factors. It is possible you may have a partial lead service between your home and the water main in the street. The EPA requires us to list you as having a lead service.

2. I sent in a photo of my service or had an inspection done. Why am I still listed as having a lead service?

The Village continues to offer one free lead test to all residential homeowners. The Village can also provide an in-home inspection to determine what the service line material is coming into your home. Additionally, the Village continues to waive road opening permit fees for lead service line replacements. To schedule a lead test please email a request to gardencitysampling@h2m.com. To schedule an inspection please call 516-465-4005. Thank you for continued understanding and cooperation.

Police: Take precautions against package theft

Due to the recent surge in package thefts, the Garden City Police Department is raising awareness about steps residents can take to protect their packages and ensure safer deliveries. With the rise of online shopping, many consumers are opting to have their purchases delivered directly to their homes. Unfortunately, this convenience has led to a corresponding increase in package thefts. According to recent reports, thefts from front porches and driveways have skyrocketed, prompting police to act.

“Package theft can be a frustrating experience, not just for the victim but for the entire community,” said Commissioner Kenneth Jackson. “We want to alert residents of effective strategies in an effort to protect their packages and reduce the risk of theft.”

Commissioner Jackson offers the following tips to help residents safeguard their deliveries:

1. **Schedule Deliveries**: Whenever possible, schedule your

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Mayor Mary Carter Flanagan

DWI crash

On October 30, officers responded to New Hyde Park Road for a two-vehicle crash. After investigating, police say they arrested one of the drivers, a 26-year-old male, for DWI and driving with a suspended license. The other driver was transported to a hospital for non-life-threatening injuries.

Harassing phone calls

A local business reported on October 30 that it had received multiple harassing phone calls.

Stolen check

A check placed in a Franklin Avenue business’s drop-box was reportedly stolen, altered, and cashed.

Multiple charges

A Stewart Avenue motorist was charged with driving with a suspended license, a suspended registration, and uninspected auto.

Smoldering AC unit

On October 30, the GCFD and GCPD responded to a residence after receiving a fire call. Firefighters discovered a smoldering AC unit and rendered the area safe.

Unsecured truck

A Clinton Road truck driver was charged on October 30 with driving with unsecured machinery and unsecured hazardous materials.

Restaurant fire alarm

On October 30, the GCFD and GCPD responded to a restaurant where a fire alarm had been activated by cooking smoke.

Unlicensed operation

On October 30, a motorist on Clinton Road was charged with unlicensed operation and excessive speed.

Suspended documents

A motorist on Nassau Boulevard was charged on October 30 with driving with a suspended license and a suspended registration.

Aggressive driving on 7th Street

On October 30, a motorist on 7th Street faced multiple charges related to aggressive driving violations.

Forgery arrest by detectives

Garden City detectives arrested a 30-year-old male on October 31 for allegedly cashing several forged checks against a victim’s bank account. The man was charged with Grand Larceny.

Reckless motorcycle operation

A 22-year-old motorcyclist on Franklin Avenue was arrested on October 31 for alleged reckless driv-

ing, police say, including driving with a sus pended license, unsafe speed, and running two red lights.

Criminal mischief

On October 31, offi cers investigated a criminal mischief case at a Meadow Street residence in whihc a rock had been thrown through a kitchen window.

False medical alert

Officers responded on October 31 to a residence for a medical alert alarm, which was determined to have been set off in error.

Water main break

On October 31, officers assisted the Water Department and school district with a water main break on Merillon Avenue.

Storybook parades

On October 31, police personnel were assigned to traffic details for storybook parades held at the Hemlock, Locust, and Homestead Schools.

Clinton Road truck violation

A truck driver on Clinton Road was charged on October 31 with driving with a suspended license and operating in a prohibited zone.

Overweight vehicle

On October 31, a truck driver was charged with operating an overweight vehicle on Old Country Road.

Suspicious bag at station

On November 1, officers responded to the Garden City RR Station for a suspicious bag found on the train tracks. After investigating, the item was determined to be rubbish and disposed of properly.

Suspended license

A motorist on Clinton Road was charged on November 1 with driving with a suspended license, a suspended registration, and an uninsured vehicle.

Unsecured door

On November 1, officers responded to a residential alarm and discovered an unsecured door; however, all appeared to be in order upon investigation.

Eggs thrown on roof

A resident of Linden Street reported on November 1 that eggs had been thrown against the roof of his home.

Harassing emails received

On November 1, a victim reportedly received multiple threatening and

harassing emails.

False fire alarm

Garden City Police and Firefighters responded to Adelphi University on November 1 after a fire alarm was activated in error.

Suspended registration

A motorist on Wyatt Road was charged on November 1 with driving a vehicle with a suspended registration status and for operating an unregistered vehicle.

Missing woman found

On November 1, officers located a missing, at-risk older woman on Franklin Avenue and successfully reunited her with her family.

Mail theft on 6th Street

A victim reported on November 2 that multiple checks placed in a mailbox on 6th Street had been stolen, altered, and cashed.

Aggressive driving

A motorist on Washington Avenue

was charged with multiple aggressive driving violations on November 2.

Multiple fire alarm responses

On November 2, the GCFD and GCPD responded to fire alarms at four different locations. One alarm was triggered by vape smoke, another by burnt food, and two others were activated in error.

Unsafe speed

On November 2, a motorist on Stewart Avenue was charged with driving with a suspended registration and for unsafe speed.

Hit and run in Field 7N

An unknown vehicle reportedly struck and damaged a parked vehicle in Field 7N on November 2, then left the scene.

Unlicensed driver

A motorist on Clinton Road was charged with unlicensed operation and excessive speed on November 2.

Rabbit found on 1st Street

On November 2, a rabbit found in a box on 1st Street was taken to a local veterinary hospital for safekeeping and evaluation.

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Garden City PTA News

Important Dates

• Schools Closed - 11/8

• Schools Closed - 11/11

• High School PTA Meeting11/12, 7:30 p.m.

• Sportswear Pickup - 11/16

GCMS Student Experiment Launches to Space!

The Garden City PTA was thrilled to sponsor a trip this week for the winners of the Student Spaceflight Experiments Program (SSEP).  Last year’s winners for the microgravity experiment - Tanya Oza and Anjali Motwani, were able to visit the Kennedy Space Center on Monday 11/4 and watch SpaceX CRS31 in person from the Banana Creek Launch Viewing, carry their experiment on the shuttle that launched at 9:29pm.  There were 14,250 students all over the country and world that submitted 1,859 experiments total.  Only 39 student experiments were chosen and one of those was the experiment Anjali and Tanya designed with their staff mentors — Ms. DeRiso & Dr. Zaferiou.  This was a once in a lifetime opportunity, as the Kennedy Space Center made special arrangements for the winners to come to the night launch outside of normal operating hours, and the participants were able to view every part of the rocket, separations, and return/landing of the booster in the complete darkness.  Congratulations to Anjali, Tanya, their staff mentors, and the Garden City Middle School on this incredible accomplishment!

PARP Movie Day a success!

GC PTA’s PARP (Pick-A-ReadingPartner) Committee invited students in our Primary and Elementary schools to enjoy their day off at the movies with friends.  This year’s PARP theme is “I Count My Lucky Stars,” so attendees received a private screening of the movie “Wish” as well as a post-movie literacy packet for a chance to win prizes.

Sportswear Committee Volunteers Needed!

The Sportswear Committee is looking for volunteers to help at various

Anjali & Tanya ready to take the buses to the shuttle launch site.

events! Please reach out to sportswear@ gardencitypta.org if you would like to get involved in the PTA on your own time!

Join/Renew Your PTA Membership Today!

There is still time to join the Garden City PTA for the 2024-25 school year! Joining is easy. Visit gardencitypta.org and choose your membership optionjust one membership covers all of your children in all seven schools through June 2025.

Annual Sponsorship Applications Now Available!

Email sponsorships@gardencitypta. org.

Checking in attendees of the Movie Day event!

Photo of SpaceX CRS-31 launching into space taken by GCMS student Anjali Motwani on site.

Dr. Jeff Goldstein, SSEP national program director, with the Garden City winners minutes before the launch.

IT’S AN HONOR TO SERVE

THOSE WHO SERVED

Each year on Veterans Day, our communities pay special tribute to those who served in the armed forces. Their fierce camaraderie is contagious and their experiences inspiring.

The Bristal salutes the many men and women among our ranks who dedicated themselves to the cause of freedom. Our thanks should be felt and heard, especially at this time of year.

Scan the QR Code to learn more about our veteran discount & other available resources or visit: thebristal.com/saluting-veterans

German honor students visit middle school

On October 22 and October 23, some of the National German Honor Society senior class students visited the middle school German classes. They did an interactive presentation with them about German holidays and more specifically Oktoberfest. After the interactive presentation, the honor society students completed an interactive game about the festival. They also loved learning the traditional chicken dance. The middle school students loved meeting some of the older German students and interacting with them. They wanted the high school students to stay with them for lunch. Also, the high school students enjoyed the teaching experience and interacting with the younger students.

FOR SENIORS

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

Old Westbury Gardens

Christmas Cream Tea and Tour

Trip to Old Westbury Gardens for a Christmas Cream Tea and Tour. Wednesday, December 18, at 11:00 (bus leaves the Senior Center at 10:30). Space is limited, $22.50 make checks payable to “Old Westbury Gardens”. To make a reservation, visit the Senior Center, the deadline is November 22.

Senior Dance Performance Group

Senior Dance Performance Group,

beginning Wednesday, October 30, at the Senior Center, for dancers aged 60 and up, from 11:15–12:00. Cost $84 for 14 weeks. Register online beginning 10/9, or in person at the Senior Center, or at the Recreation Office.

AAA Representative to Visit

Alice from AAA will be at the Senior Center from 11:00–1:00 on the following Mondays: November 18, and December 16, to talk about the services they offer, including travel, DMV services, Insurance, Discounts and much more!

Garden City Pool Chat Group

Miss your pool friends? Join the Garden City Pool Chat Group at the Senior Center, Thursdays beginning September 5, 1:00–3:30, all are welcome!

A Good Baseball Year

BY BOB MORGAN, JR.

This is written on the day before Election Day, so it will be read after the votes have been cast. There will be an analysis of the Presidential race in this space next week. Again, even if your candidate doesn't win this year, it is important to accept the decision of the voters. There will always be another election.

In the meantime, although political commentary has largely sidelined discussion of sports in this column, it is appropriate this week to commemorate, and mostly celebrate, what in many ways were banner baseball seasons for the two local teams, the Yankees and the Mets.

The Yankees certainly played much better in 2024, with 94 regular season wins, two playoff series wins and their first appearance in the World Series since 2009. This compared with 82 wins in the previous year, when they failed to qualify for the playoffs in their worst season in 31 years.

Although the Yankees could not continue the hot pace they set at the beginning of the season, when they went 50-22, they  at least avoided long losing streaks and played well in September. The Yankees were particularly effective away from home, with a 50-31 road record that was the best in baseball.

In the playoffs, the Yankees managed to win two series before losing in five games to the Dodgers.  The Yanks were actually more competitive than that sounds,  leading  in the tenth inning in one of the games they lost and managing to  blow a 5-0 lead in another.

There were a number of reasons for the Yanks' success, but none more important than the acquisition of Juan Soto and a better performance by Giancarlo Stanton. Unlike in previous years when teams tended to pitch around Aaron Judge, the Yankees’ acknowledged superstar, the presence of Soto in the lineup made this much more difficult. Soto is just 25 years old and pretty much can do it all on the baseball field -- he hits for average (rarely swinging at

bad pitches), is a power threat, runs well and can field and throw well. Judge frequently ended up hitting with Soto on base, and it was difficult to walk Judge without creating multiple runners on base. The pressure on the pitcher was also exacerbated by the frequent next batter in the lineup, Stanton, a slugger known for long home runs. As it turned out, Judge had 58 homers and an amazing 144 runs batted in, Soto had 41 homers and 109 rbi's and Stanton weighing in with 27 homers and 72 rbi's.

And a number of other Yankees played key supporting roles in the team’s success.  The pitching staff, led by Gerrit Cole, who came back from an injury generally performed creditably in keeping the team in the game.  At times Gleyber Torres,  Anthony Volpe, Austin Wells and others contributed key hits or home ruins.

As for the Mets, they finished at 89-73, a huge improvement over their 75-87 record the preceding year.

The year did not start out well, with losses in their first five games and a dismal 23-33 record in late May. However, after a lineup change that put Francisco Lindor as the leadoff hitter and mark Vientos the everyday third baseman, the lineup got much better,

The Mets slowly improved their record, needing a victory over the Atlanta Braves to clinch a postseason berth and then winning a wild card series against the Milwaukee Brewers and winning a division series against the Phillies, before losing the league championship series against the Dodgers. The Mets were aided by some improbable comebacks and key home runs by Lindor and by Pete Alonzo.

As any member of the Yanks and the Mets will tell you, the season isn't a complete success until there is a World Series trophy. Still, even without a championship, both teams brought a great deal of excitement to this area in 2024, with legitimate hopes for something better next year.

Kids volunteer at meal distribution event

Volunteers of all ages helped out.

Recently, Council 1869 held a meal distribution event to support families in surrounding communities. The Garden City Rams second grade team came to learn a little about our neighbors experiencing hunger. The kids then helped sort boxes and pack cars with the 2,500 meals purchased from the Heavenly HARVST Foundation.

In the last three years, food insecu-

The boys helped load the cars.

rity on Long Island has soared by over 50%. This is a major obstacle that kids face that has long term health effects. These meals will be distributed by our partners at the NYU Langone Pediatric Center in Hempstead to their patients experiencing critical levels of hunger. If you are interested in learning more or getting involved, please reach out to council1869@gmail.com.  Advertise in our papers!

If you own a business or have a service to provide, we’ll create professional ads to promote it and help you be seen by thousands of local readers! Call 1-516-294-8900 to inquire!

Members of the Garden City Rams helped pack cars with boxes.

The teammates worked together on the service project.

PROOF THAT NO ONE HAS MORE EXPERTISE WHEN IT COMES TO HEARTS .

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It means having a team of over 600 specialists with a deep knowledge of all aspects of heart disease—a team committed to preventing heart disease before it starts and treating the most complex conditions when needed. It means bringing together some of the world’s preeminent cardiologists and heart surgeons for every patient and leading the world in cutting-edge scientific discovery and clinical research to improve outcomes.

We’re proud to have attained some of the nation’s highest success rates for treating heart rhythm disorders, coronary artery disease, valve disease, heart failure, and congenital heart disease. From prevention to diagnosis to recovery, patients can expect the highest standard of care across our system.

MANHATTAN | BROOKLYN | LONG ISLAND

John Ellis Kordes

PhotograPhy history

The man with the hat and glasses is Republican Theodore Roosevelt, the 26th president of the United States (1901-1909). This photo was taken at a family picnic in 1916 at his home at Sagamore Hill in Oyster Bay. To his left is his son, Quentin Roosevelt, and on the far left is another son, Archie. On the far right is Roosevelt’s wife, Edith. This was his second wife as his first wife, Alice, died young after giving birth to their first child, a daughter, named Alice. That day, February 14, 1884, was the same day he lost his mother to typhoid fever.

Theodore Rooosevelt’s two other sons, Theodore Jr. and Kermit, would both die during World War II. Roosevelt himself died in 1919 at the age of 60. However, it is his son Quentin Roosevelt (pictured next to his dad above) we remember around here. You see, he trained at Hazelhurst Airfield located east of Clinton Road. He became a pilot and went over to Europe during WWI. He was shot down and killed over France when he was barely 21 years old. In his honor, Hazlehurst was renamed Roosevelt Airfield. The airfield closed in 1951 and then became a shopping center east of our incorporated village but has retained the name.

Of President Theodore Roosevelt’s five children, three gave their lives in service to their country in two world wars.

Big Band Broadway comes to Adelphi PAC

Tony and Grammy award winner Debbie Gravitte is set to dazzle audiences once again with her sensational performance at Adelphi University’s Performing Arts Center (PAC). On Saturday, November 16, at 8 p.m. Adelphi PAC’s Concert Hall will come alive with the vibrant sounds of Broadway, given a big band twist by the incomparable Gravitte.

Known for her sassy style and powerful vocals, Gravitte is ready to take the stage and deliver an unforgettable evening of song and fun. With her blaring brass and swinging orchestrations, she will transport the audience into a world where classic Broadway tunes are reimagined with a unique twist.

Critics have raved about Gravitte’s talent, with Rex Reed declaring, “We’re talking mega-talented here. She can belt the bloomers off a brassy show tune with enough socko force to knock Merman out of the balcony, or wail blues and torch songs with enough passion to grow icicles on your spine.”

Broadway World also praises her, stating, “Debbie Gravitte singing live is the gold standard to which every person who steps up onto a nightclub stage should be held, and it is the very least to which any actor on a stage should aspire.”

The Poole Family Broadway Series at the Adelphi PAC is generously sponsored by Mary Jane and Thomas Poole.

Tony and Grammy award winner Debbie Gravitte is set to dazzle audiences once again with her sensational performance at Adelphi University’s Performing Arts Center (PAC).

Tickets start at $50, with discounts available to seniors, students, Adelphi alumni and employees. For more information call the Lucia and Steven N. Fischer Box Office at 516-877-4000 or email boxoffice@ adelphi.edu. Regular box office hours are Wednesday through Friday from noon to 5 p.m. and the box office is also open two hours before all ticketed performances. Ticket sales and additional information are available online.

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

For a Holly, Jolly Holiday Season, Get Vaccinated Now

COVID-19 and Flu vaccines are available. Additional information about the Vaxmobile and its schedule are posted on the hospital’s Facebook page @MountSinaiSouthNassau.

 Merrick Senior Center – Thursday, November 7

10am-2pm, 2550 Clubhouse Road, Merrick, NY 11566

 Oceanside Senior Center at St. Anthony’s Parish – Tuesday, November 12 10am-2pm, 80 Anchor Avenue, Oceanside, NY 11572

 Island Park Library – Thursday, November 14 10am-3pm, 176 Long Beach Road, Island Park, NY 11558

 Freeport Senior Center at the Salvation Army – Monday, November 18 10am-2pm, 66 Church Street, Freeport, NY 11520

 Freeport Library – Thursday, November 21 10am-2pm, 144 W. Merrick Road, Freeport, NY 11520

 Baldwin Library – Monday, November 25 10a-2pm, 2385 Grand Avenue, Baldwin, NY 11510

 Henry Waldinger Memorial Library – Tuesday, December 3 11a-2pm, 60 Verona Place, Valley Stream, NY 11582

 Oceanside Library – Friday, December 6 10am-2pm, 56 Atlantic Avenue, Oceanside, NY 11572

 Oceanside Senior Center at St. Anthony’s Parish – Monday, December 9 10am-2pm, 80 Anchor Avenue, Oceanside, NY 11572

For more information, call Mount Sinai South Nassau’s Department of Community Education at 516-377-5333

*Vaccines are being o ered at no out of pocket cost. Your insurance may be billed.

German students help during Ompahfest

BY SUZANNE BASILE, GERMAN TEACHER

On Sunday, September 22nd, the Garden City High School German Language Club helped with the events at the Ompahfest held at Plattduetsche Park. The students worked the game booths.

It celebrates German-American culture and is a great kickoff to Oktoberfest. Many bands even came over directly from Germany. German dancing, German games, German food and German souvenirs were found at the event. A fun time was had by all.

German bands playing at the Festival.

German bands playing at the Festival.

Students volunterring at the game booths.

GCHS Marching Band wins NYS Division Championship

On Oct. 27, the Garden City High School marching band earned first place in Division IIIA in the U.S. Bands New York State Championship.

The band achieved first place in every category, winning Best Music, Best Effect, Best Visual, Best Color Guard and Best Percussion. With a score of 89.3, the group also placed second among the eight other competing ensembles and earned the highest score the band has ever received at this competition.

The band incorporated two new drill movements, additional transition material and six new visuals to their performance. They also refined musical details including articulation, dynamics and “impact moments,” all of which contributed to their record-breaking score.

“The students and staff worked hard to achieve this level of growth, and I couldn’t be prouder of them,” said band director Daniel DellaMonica. “This was hands down their best performance of the season, and they peaked at the right time!”

The marching band’s next competition is on Nov. 10 at the U.S. Bands National Championship in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

The Garden City High School marching band and color guard held a championship banner following their victory.

Photo courtesy of the Garden City School District

Fall fun at Garden City Nursery School

Children from the Garden City Nursery School are enjoying fall events.

The Garden City Nursery School is kicking off its 73rd year with lots of fun this fall. The children love spending time outdoors on the one-acre campus, engaging their five senses to explore the natural world around them. Leaves, acorns, and pumpkins have made their way into our crafts and indoor play, and everyone ha enjoyed tasting and cooking with a fall favorite — apples!

The Halloween season is here: the 3 and 4 year olds prepared for Halloween with fun costume parades and celebrations, and everyone has enjoyed singing

holiday songs with music teacher Miss Krysta, and reading Halloween books during circle time. Diwali, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Hanukkah are just around the corner — there's always something to celebrate at GCNS!

Although this year is only just beginning, the school is already looking forward to the next wonderful year at Garden City Nursery School. Registration for the 202526 school year begins next week, and our teachers and administrators have been busy giving school tours to prospective families over the last few weeks.

DA’s office donates supplies to INN

Jessica Rice

Nassau County District Attorney Anne T. Donnelly, a resident of Garden City, delivered an annual donation of travel-sized personal hygiene products collected from NCDA staff to the Interfaith Nutrition Network (INN) in Hempstead. The INN is a not-forprofit, volunteer-based organization that provides essential services to those living with hunger, homeless -

ness, and poverty. DA Donnelly was joined by The INN Chief Executive Officer Jean Kelly and volunteer students from Sacred Heart Academy, the District Attorney’s alma mater, to deliver eight boxes filled with donations that will be distributed to help people in need throughout Long Island.

Candy for Soldiers’Angels at GC Community Church

BY MELVA VICTORINO

Halloween is over but many still have leftover candy! Got candy? Put your excess Halloween candy to good use! Donate to Soldiers’ Angels Treat for Troops.

Kristine Newell and her daughter, Lucy, are spearheading a service project at Garden City Community Church (GCCC) to collect extra Halloween candy for soldiers through Soldiers’ Angels.

Soldiers’ Angels is a non-profit, non-partisan organization that relies entirely on the generosity of its supporters. Its mission is to provide aid, comfort, and resources to members, veterans, and their families. In honor of

Veterans Day on November 11, Soldiers’ Angels will share leftover candy to the military, veterans, and with service members.

GCCC will be collecting leftover Halloween candy on Sunday, November 10. Drop-off is at Whitehall Blvd. entrance between 6:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Monetary donations is welcome to defray the cost of shipping by dropping of a check at the church office by calling 516-746-1700.

GCCC invites everyone to:

• Sunday worship service at 10:30 a.m. in the sanctuary and fellowship hour after worship in the church parlor.

• Intercessory Prayer Service

at 9:30 a.m. every Tuesday in the Chapel

• Wednesday evenings7:00 p.m. to watch and discuss the groundbreaking streaming television series about the life of Jesus – “The Chosen”.  Can’t make it to church at 7:00 p.m.? You can watch the episode at home and join us at 8:00 p.m. for a group discussion. All are invited to attend.

• The Men’s Breakfast – Carle Place Diner, 8 a.m every first Saturday of the month. All men are welcome to join 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.

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• Food Donations for LICC Emergency Food Pantry (Long Island Council of Churches) The next drop-off will on November 13 before noon on the porch on the Whitehall Blvd side.

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. It is located at 245 Stewart Avenue between Whitehall Blvd. and Kensington Road. For more information, email  churchoffice@thegccc. org or call (516) 746-1700. You may also visit our website, www.theGCCC.org

From classes to lectures and concerts to movie screenings, there's never a dull day at your local library!

Check this paper each week for fun and informative all-ages activities, all for free or cheap!

Madison Weston; Madison Livingstone; The INN Chief Executive Officer Jean Kelly; District Attorney Anne T. Donnelly; Makayla Mitacchione;

Thank you from the Friends of the Library

Mayor Mary Carter Flanagan and Library Trustees Colleen Foley and Mary Maguire enjoy browsing at the book sale!

The Friends of the Garden City Public Library held their Fall Book Sale and Silent Auction November 2–3. With your support, the Friends were able to raise funds that support library activities such as Museum Passes, Monday Movie Matinees and programs for children, young adults and adults.

Many thanks to the residents who donated their books that made this book sale possible and all of those who bought these wonderful books at our sale as well as the Silent Auction baskets. A special shout-out to library administration and staff who facilitated the sale and set-up. We'd also like to thank the following local businesses who generously donat-

ed gift cards for our Silent Auction baskets: Burger Spot, Doz Bagels, Eric’s Shoes, Food For Thought, French Workshop, Garden City Pizza, Garden City Wines & Spirits, Herrick’s Jewelers, Iavarone’s, Luigi’s Pizzeria, Noblesse Nail Spa, Pizzeria G, Prime Catering, Seventh St. Café, Seventh St. Gourmet, Staples (Jericho Turnpike), Tony’s Tacos

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Dennis G. Fountaine

Dennis Gerard Fountaine passed away on October 27, 2024, surrounded by loved ones in San Jose, California.

IN MEMORIAM

Dennis was born on March 19, 1957, and grew up in Syosset, New York. Dennis was the first-born of triplets, after his parents had given birth six years prior to twins.

The triplets’ birth was national news, and set in motion his first claim to fame, followed by several entrepreneurial invention successes starting at the age of eight. His first invention was a Hot Dog Nail Cooker to compete with the rest of the kids in the neighborhood trying to sell lemonade.

Dennis attended Syosset High School, where he started the first radio station and became a DJ. He continued his passion of being an entrepreneur/inventor at the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University, where he majored in Radio/TV/Film.

After college, he moved to Seattle, Wash., where he formed a film and video production company, creating the first music videos for artists such as Heart. He also invented a “video booth” called the Video Capsule,

which, like the old photo booths, would record a video of the User to send to family and friends.

He then created and licensed several more patented successful inventions, including the first Bluetooth enabled wireless earpiece for mobile phone, the first Bodycam System for Law Enforcement, various popular pet products, Ice Cream Desserts, Caregiver voice interactive devices for the elderly and those aging in place, exercise devices for the body and brain, numerous toys and various mobile apps.

He loved to travel, and lived in several places around the globe including Berlin, Germany; Seattle, Wash.; Sarasota, Fla.; Los Angeles, La Jolla,  San Diego, and Los Gatos, California.

Dennis was known to have a kind, generous heart; a loving person who would do anything for his friends and family, and lend an ear to anyone who needed it, at any time. He loved technology, had all the latest electronics, and was before his time

on many of his inventions. Dennis’ other passions included movies and music, including Todd Rundgren and one of his favorite songs and the premise of how he lived his life: Love is the Answer.

Dennis always wanted to live life as long as possible, and was in the process of creating the Legacy Project designed to keep alive the memory of any human being.

Dennis was preceded in death by his parents, John Bedell Fountaine and Dorothy Joan (Quirk) Fountaine; Triplet brother, Donald Fountaine; Brother Richard Fountaine and his beloved pets, Leo, Zach and Zoie.

Dennis is survived by his triplet sister, Doreen Hill, brother-in-law, William Hill, and nephew William JB Hill; and his twin brother, Steven Fountaine. Dennis was beloved by many friends also who will carry on his legacy around the globe.

A memorial will be held for Dennis near Christmas, his favorite holiday.

Dennis G. Fountaine

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

Join us for Star Wars Day on November 23, 2024!

Star Wars Day - November 23

Join us for Star Wars Day on November 23, 2024! This all-day event will feature programs for all ages, including a Star Wars themed Scavenger Hunt, puzzles, trivia, and screenings of Star Wars films.

For programs specifically for tweens and teens, special events will include Build a LEGO Spaceship Volunteering (Grades 6–12), Grogu Robotics (Grades 6–12), BB8 Cupcakes (Grades 6–12), Star Wars Video Games (Grades 6–12), and Jedi Training (Grades 3–7)

Registration is required online at https://www.gardencitypl.org/calendar/ for some of the Star Wars programming beginning on Tuesday, November 12. Please do a separate registration for all those attending from your family when you register.

Upcoming November Library Programs for Tweens and Teens

These programs are for tweens and teens in Grades 6–12 unless otherwise noted. Registration is required for these programs. Patrons can register online at https://www.gardencitypl.org/calendar/.

Registration is live online at https:// forms.gle/mFQAo55DPjxkTmfa9 for the following program:

• Saturday, November 9: Dessert Wars with the Young Engineers

Teens who complete an online sur-

vey after specific programs can receive community service for participating. These programs have been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Registration is live online at https:// forms.gle/gVohbprEz63uSRGE9 for the following program:

• Bookmarks for Community Service, Registration Week Six: Monday, 11/4/24 at 10 a.m. to Friday, 11/8/24 at 4 p.m.

Registration is live online at https:// forms.gle/ZvRtb9LRTwGkpU7w8 for the following programs:

• Tuesday, November 12 at 4 p.m.: Tween Tuesdays: Shell Ornaments with the Whaling Museum - For tweens in Grades 4–7.

• Tuesday, November 12 at 7PM: Teen Paint Night

• Saturday, November 16 at 3PM: Teen STEAM Workshop: Build a Rollercoaster with Chris Buchman

Registration begins Monday, November 11 at 10AM online at https:// forms.gle/wV7PdUaGMvpp7Cho9 for the following program:

• Monday, 11/11/24 at 10 a.m. to Friday, 11/15/24 at 4 p.m.: Bookmarks for Community Service, Registration Week Seven:

Registration begins Tuesday, November 12, at 10 a.m. online at https:// forms.gle/w6nDQG3vydGiuzQy8 for the

following programs:

• Tuesday, November 12–Thursday, November 21: Ornaments for Community Service.

• Tuesday, November 19 at 3:30 p.m.: LEGO Club Volunteering

• Thursday, November 21 at 4 p.m.: Dungeons and Dragons

• Friday, November at 22 at 3:30 p.m.: Teen Gamers

• Saturday, November 23 at 10:30 a.m.: Build a LEGO Ship Volunteers

• Saturday, November 23 at 12:30 p.m.: Star Wars Video Games

• Saturday, November 23 at 1 p.m.: Build a LEGO Ship Volunteers

• Saturday, November 23 at 1:30 p.m.: BB8 Cupcakes with the Baking Coach

• Saturday, November 23 at 2:30 p.m.: Jedi Training. For Tweens in Grades 3–7

• Saturday, November 23 at 3 p.m.: Grogu Robotics

Registration begins Tuesday, November 19, at 10 a.m. online at https://forms.gle/35n4aXcTsJdPisVL6 for the following programs:

• Monday, November 25, at 4 p.m.: Teen Crafternoon: DIY Model Magic Air Dry Clay

• Monday, December 2 at 3:30 p.m.: Inclusive Storytime Adventure Volunteering (Grades 9–12)

Ongoing Take-Home Community Service Opportunities

Looking to volunteer? Check out some of our ongoing take-home community service opportunities for tweens and teens in Grades 6–12. Please check at the Library for more information on each of these opportunities; all volunteer projects should be submitted at the Library with a Volunteer Form, which can be found outside the Tweens and Teens Room.

• Ongoing: Kindness Cards for Community Service - No registration required. Up to 10 cards can be submitted per volunteer monthly.

• Now until Monday, December 2: Holiday Recipe Cards for Community Service - No registration required. Up to five recipe cards can be submitted per volunteer.

Mothers and Daughters of the Garden City Chapter of the National Charity League Volunteer at the Library! Teen daughters in Grades 7–12 and their mothers from the Garden City Chapter of the National Charity League volunteered at the Garden City Public Library on Sunday, October 22. They volunteered at two programs at the Library, a program to make cards for veterans for a program that will be held at the Library on Veterans Day and a program creating decorations for the Library’s Teen Halloween Party on October 25, 2024. Thanks so much to the volunteers for all their hard work supporting the Library.

With current events, announcements, restaurant reviews, puzzles, and much more, there’s always something for everybody to enjoy!

The Garden City Chapter of the National Charity League volunteered at two Library programs.

News from the Garden City Public Library

The film “Planes, Trains, and Automobiles” will be screened at the Garden City Library on November 11.

Monday Movies

Monday Movies presented by the Friends of the Garden City Library at 1:30 p.m.: November  2024

11/11/24: “Planes, Trains and Automobiles”  (1987); 93 Mins

11/18/24: “Mystic Pizza” (1988); 104 Mins

11/25/24: No Movie

December 2024

12/2/24: “When Harry Met Sally” (2001); 96 Mins.

12/09/24: “You’ve Got Mail” (1998); 116 Mins.

12/16/24: “The Holdovers” (2023); 133 Mins.

Programs

Below is our schedule for Adult Services. More programs and information will be available soon.

Mah-Jongg (Register for each one separately)

Thursday, November 14; Thursday, December 5; Thursday, December 19, from 10 a.m. to noon in the Large Meeting Room  Players will be required to bring their own games and registration will be required on Eventkeeper (www. gardencitypl.org).  For additional information contact Adult Services at (516) 742-8405 ext. 5236 or email speakingofbooks@gardencitypl.org.

Yoga with Kimberly In the Large Meeting Room

Learn to play mah jongg at the Garden City Public Library.

from 7 p.m.–8 p.m.

Tuesday, November 19, December 3, December 10, December 17

Kimberly Mercadante is back with her popular Yoga Series! Join her for a yoga class for beginners and more. All are welcome! This is a series of eight classes to be held on Tuesday evenings starting October 8, and continuing through December. A separate registration is required for each class. Beginning October 1, you can register online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) or call the Reference desk at (516) 742-8405 x 5236.

Adult Book Discussion:“Long Island”

Tuesday, November 12, from 7-8 p.m. in the Large Meeting Room

Join us as we discuss the book “Long Island” by Com Toibin.  This book is the story of Ellis Lacey from Ireland who is married to Tony Fiorello, a plumber and one of four Italian American brothers — all whom live in a neighboring houses on a cul-de-sac in Lindenhurst, Long Island with their wives and children as well as Tony’sparents and other extended family who all live, work, eat and play together. Ellis is in her forties with two teenage children and has no one to rely on in this still-new country. One day when Tony is at work and Ellis is working from home on her accounting, there is a knock on the door and an Irishman tells her that his wife is pregnant with Tony’s child and that when the baby is born, he will not raise it, but instead with deposit the child on Ellis’ doorstep.

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

Books will be available at the Reference desk to be checked out.

Mary Maguire Presents:

The Smithsonian Institute - Part II Thursday, November 14, from 2-3 pm in the Large Meeting Room

In Part II, we are off to visit the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery, its Postal Museum, and its AfricanAmerican Museum. We will certainly look into the Air and Space Museum to view the Spirit of St. Louis and find out all the drama behind Lucky Lindbergh’s famous trip across the pond. We will catch up on the progress being made on the Smithsonian Museum of Women which is now on the drawing board. And what about all those jewels at the National Museum of Natural History — the Hope Diamond awaits.

Defensive Driving Course with Empire Safety Council

Friday, November 15, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Large Meeting Room

Join us on Friday, November 15, 2024, 10 a.m.–4 p.m., for a Defensive Driving Course with the Empire Safety Council. Receive 10% reduction on automobile/ liability insurance and qualify for a license point reduction. Registration in person at the Garden City Public

Library begins on Monday, November 4, 2024. Space is limited, so check with the Reference Department for availability. Register separately for each person. Proper ID is required when registering an absentee party. You must bring a $33 check made payable to Empire Safety Council and current Library card with you to register. Bring your valid New York State driver's license and a pen to class.

Encore Presentation:

John Ellis Kordes Presents the 30th Anniversary of the Documentary Film “A.T. Stewart’s Garden City” Saturday, November 16, from 1–3 p.m. in the Large Meeting Room

Join historian John Ellis Kordes as he celebrates the 30th anniversary of his epic documentary film about the history of Garden City with an encore presentation. This is another chance to experience “A.T. Stewart’s Garden City”! Museum Pass Information Print From Home for Some Passes! Through the generosity of the Friends of the Garden City Public Library, the Library offers free passes to select museums and cultural institutions. You can make a reservation to borrow a Museum Pass from one of the member institutions in our Museum Pass Program.

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

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

The following Library Museum Pass rules remain in effect.

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

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

Additional rules and information are available at the library.

Library hosts Global Entry interviews

The Garden City Public Library hosted a Global Entry pop up event on Saturday, October 19, with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) Port Director Salvatore Ingrassia, a Garden City resident, reached out to Mayor Mary Carter Flanagan about finding a location in the Village to accommodate the high number of local residents waiting for their Global Entry interviews. Mayor Flanagan recommended to the Library Board of Trustees that the Library host the event. Residents were able to finalize their applications without having to travel to one of the regular sites at JFK Terminal 4 or Bowling Green in Manhattan.

The Library Board and staff worked to host the event, which was also a great opportunity for residents to come into the Library and see how beautiful it looks with the recent renovations and get a glimpse of the robust programming offered.

The Global Entry U.S Customs and Border Protection (CBP) program allows expedited clearance for pre-approved, low-risk travelers upon arrival in the United States.

Members enter the United States by accessing the Global Entry processing technology at selected airports. Members also automatically receive TSA PreCheck which significantly reduces wait times at security checkpoints at airports. Approximately 140 global entry interviews were held during the event.

Greeting residents at the event were Mr. Ingrassia, CBP Program Manager Henry Lam, CBP Officers Michelle Stabile, Gina Fischetti, Giovanni Moran, Charles Perez, Anthony Cacchionne, and Ronald Gesualdo, and from the Office of Technology Supervisory Saifuddin Lukmanji, Robert Reynolds and Shanti “Raj” Menaria.

Village Trustee and Library Liaison Bruce Torino, and Village Trustee Jessica Tai, stopped by the event, along with Library Board Chairman Randy Colahan and Library Trustees Colleen Foley and Mary Maguire.

The Library was happy to offer this service to local residents. Due to its success, a similar event could be held in the future.

Library Trustee Colleen Foley, Village Trustees Jessica Tai and Bruce Torino, Library liaison; Adult Services Librarian Kristen Sweeney, Port Director and Garden City resident Salvatore Ingrassia, Assistant Library Director Ralph Guiteau, Mayor Mary Carter Flanagan, Library Board Chairman Randy Colahan and Library Trustee Mary Maguire at Saturday’s Global Entry pop up event with U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

Library Trustee Mary Maguire, Adult Services Librarian Kristen Sweeney, Library Board Chairman Randy Colahan, Village Trustee and Library liaison Bruce Torino, Mayor Mary Carter Flanagan, Port Director Salvatore Ingrassia, Customs and Border Protection Officer Michelle Stabile, Village Trustee Jessica Tai and Library Trustee Colleen Foley at Saturday’s Global Entry pop up event with U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

News from the Children’s Room

STEAM Club for First Graders will meet Wednesday, November 13, at 4:00 p.m.

Upcoming  November Library Programs for Children

These programs are for children ages birth through Grade 5. Registration is required. Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) for availability. Check our website for updates!

• Tuesday, November 12, at 10:30 a.m.: Mother Goose Storytime

• Tuesday November 12, at 11:30 a.m.: Preschool Storytime

• Tuesday, November 12, at 4:00 p.m.: Tweens Seashell Ornaments With The Whaling Museum

• Wednesday November 13, at 4:00 p.m.: STEAM Club for First

Graders

• Thursday, November 14, at 7:00 p.m.: Pajama Storytime

• Saturday, November 16, at 10:00 a.m.: Play Hooray Babies

• Monday, November 18, at 10:30 a.m.: Toddler Storytime

• Tuesday, November 19, at 10:30 a.m.: Mother Goose Storytime

• Tuesday, November 19, at 11:30 a.m.: Preschool Storytime

• Tuesday, November 19, at 4:00 p.m.: LEGO Club Grades K–5

• Wednesday November 20, at 10:30 a.m.: DUPLO LEGO

• Wednesday November 20, at 4:00 p.m.: STEAM Club for First

Children from ages birth – 18 months and their adult caregiver can enjoy Play Hooray Babies, a movement and music program where they will meet Molly Mouse, on Saturday, November 16, at 10:00 a.m.

Graders

• Thursday, November 21, at 7:00 p.m.: Pajama Storytime

• Monday, November 25, at 10:30 a.m.: Toddler Storytime

• Saturday, November 30, at 12:00 p.m.: Tiny Songbirds

• Saturday, December 7, at 12:30 p.m.: Grow Crystals With Science Teacher Chris Buchman

• Tuesday, December 10, at 4:00 p.m.: LEGO Club, Grades K–5

• Wednesday, December 11, at 10:30 a.m.: DUPLO LEGO

• Thursday, December 12, at 4:00 p.m.: Tween Yarn Group

• Saturday, December 14, at

12:30 p.m.: Baking Coach Polar Bear Cupcakes Preschool

• Saturday, December 14, at 1:45 p.m.: Baking Coach Polar Bear Cupcakes Grades K–5

Unattended Child Policy

It is Library policy that all children under age 11 must be accompanied by a parent or designated responsible person while in the Library. Also, if the young child is attending a Library program, we require the parent or designated responsible person to remain in the Library throughout the program and meet the child upon completion of the program.

Garden City Library Board to meet

There will be a Regular Meeting of the Board of Library Trustees on Monday, November 18, at 7:30 p.m. in the Library’s large meeting room locat-

ed on the lower level.

Further details will be posted when available on the Library’s website, www.gardencitypl.org.

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Americana Fair at Garden City Community Church

BY MELVA VICTORINO

Fall will not be complete without the Americana Fair at Garden City Community Church (GCCC.) On Saturday, November 9th the doors at GCCC will open from10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. to welcome all to its 2024 Americana Fair. Admission is free to browse and shop! Many items to choose from at Shabby/Chic and Accessories, Attic Treasures, Holiday and Gift Boutiques, Linens, Lamps, China, Silver, Toys, Pictures, Frames, and Jewelry. The Silent Auction is never to be missed for Antiques and Collectibles.

The Gourmet Shop offers home baked pies, breads, muffins, quiches, and the famous GCCC chicken salad.

The Bistro Luncheon is the place to get freshly brewed coffee, to have with a meal break. Assortment of delicious goods are available to dine in as one takes a rest. The bistro has to-go containers to take home their appetizing meals and enjoy at home after a day of shopping. There is the Hot Dog Tent for quick snacks on grilled sausages and hot dogs with cool refreshing beverages.

The coordination of the fair takes a year-long preparation under the abled leadership of Cindy Campbell, who has been the chair since 2012. Cindy orchestrates all the volunteers who make the fair possible. The Boy Scout Troop 55 will help in clean-up and packing up unsold items to be donated to Salvation

Holiday & Gift Boutique

Welcome table: Peg Mainusch. Robin Laisure, Cindy Campbell, and Viki Rehkugler

Richard and Carol Schrafel – Crystal and China

Karin and Alice Melkonian – Holiday and Gift Boutique Treasures Attic

Toyland with the Youth Volunteers

Americana Fair at Garden City Community Church

Army and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Long Island (BBBSLI.)

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 ori-

entations to participate in the life of our community. It is located at 245 Stewart Avenue between Whitehall Blvd. and Kensington Road. For more information, email  churchoffice@thegccc. org or call (516) 746-1700. You may also visit our website, www.theGCCC.org

GCPD wins award for safety program

Inspector Gerard Kneisel, AAA Northeast Vice-President John Corlett, Sergeant Kevin Reilly, Commissioner Kenneth Jackson

The Village of Garden City Police Department has been awarded the prestigious AAA Gold Award for excellence in its traffic safety program. This recognition highlights the department's ongoing commitment to enhancing road safety and reducing traffic-related incidents within the community.

The AAA Gold Award is reserved for those law enforcement agencies that demonstrate exceptional dedication to traffic safety through innovative programs and effective enforcement strategies. AAA Northeast has long recognized communities that make outstanding efforts to improve the safety of local roads for all users. The Garden City Police Department has implemented a variety of initiatives aimed at educating the public about safe driv-

ing practices, promoting pedestrian safety, and reducing impaired driving incidents. The traffic safety program developed by the Village of Garden City Police Department includes Road Safety Improvements, Police Safety Lectures and Events, Truck Enforcement Program, and Traffic & Speed Enforcement Program, which has been instrumental in reducing accidents by 27% compared to preCOVID in 2019.

“We are honored to receive the AAA Gold Award for our traffic safety program," said Police Commissioner Kenneth Jackson. "This achievement reflects the hard work and dedication of my officers, as well as our proactive approach to ensuring the safety of our residents and visitors on the road.”

Sanitation collections

There will be normal weekly sanitation collections for the week which includes Veterans Day, Monday, November 11.

Raffle Baskets

Luncheon Bistro Preparation

The Pat Dalton Jewelry Place

Homecoming parade revives car float tradition

PTA’s HOCO 2024 float

Garden City residents were treated to a nostalgic and vibrant spectacle on September 22, as the highly anticipated Homecoming Parade made its grand return, bringing back the cherished tradition of floats and community participation. After years of planning and coordination, the event finally came to life, marking a pivotal moment for the town, which had not seen a homecoming parade of this magnitude in decades.

The revival of this time-honored tradition began two years ago when members of the Garden City PTA met with Village trustees and John E. Wilton from the Chamber of Commerce. Together, they envisioned a homecoming that reflected the parades of the past—where schools, alumni, clubs, and community groups joined forces to create vibrant, creative floats. This vision, delayed by weather cancellations and the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, became a reality on a beautiful, sunny, last day of summer.

Thanks to the efforts of Superintendent of Schools Dr. Kusum Sinha, Garden City High School Principal Mr. Kevin Steingrubner, Assistant Principals Mr. Dave Perotta and Mr. Conor Cohn, Village Trustees Jessica Tai and Judy Courtney, Chamber of Commerce President John E. Wilton, Police Commissioner Kenneth Jackson, GCFD, and key PTA and SEPTA members, including Donna Kraus and Sivan Chapman, this dream became a reality. Their collaborative efforts paid off, as 17 stunning floats wound through the streets, cheered on by enthusiastic residents—each float showcasing the creativity and community spirit that defines Garden City.

Leigh Dowden was this year’s grand marshal, as the Garden City High School marching band, cheerleaders, kickline, and student clubs led the charge, joined by FOCUS from Stewart and Stratford schools. Scouts and youth sports teams, including Spirit and Rams, also participat-

ed. Thunder Football rolled in with a fantastic display while the next generation of Trojans marched to Warren King Stadium. The Garden City Friends of Music also joined the parade, paying homage to last year's production of Mean Girls.

2010 GC alum Kim Foxen sang the StarSpangled Banner as the parade stepped off along 7th Street, where GC flags hung from may businesses. Goggles delighted spectators of all ages on the Garden City Recreation Department’s float, which squeezed out the last drops of summer.

GC PTA’s HOCO-themed float predicted a Trojan victory, and SEPTA’s colorful float reminded everyone that “Kindness Counts.” A special moment came when the American Legion joined the parade, allowing spectators to cheer on local heroes. The Class of 1975 celebrated their 50th reunion, joining the parade and symbolizing the connection between generations that Garden City holds dear. And, of course, no GC parade would be complete without the GCFD serving as the finale.

Gratitude was shared by Dr. Sinha, who remarked, “Thank you again to everyone who contributed to making Homecoming such a joyous celebration, especially all of the organization directors, parent and student volunteers. It is truly an honor to be part of a community that comes together with such enthusiasm, pride, and spirit.”

The parade wasn’t just about the floats—residents packed the streets along the entire route and then filled the stands for the homecoming game, as Garden City took on Manhasset. Adding to the festivities, Garden City’s football team set another undefeated record, and marked a significant milestone for head coach Dave Ettinger with his 100th career win. Halftime performances by the award-winning GCHS marching band, Varsity and JV cheerleaders, and the Kickline kept the energy high, with the town’s pride on full display. The parade and game also honored

longtime football coaches Charlie Menges, Bob Nolan, Joe Bocciarello, Ed Phillip, and Bob DeFelice, recognizing their contributions to the Trojan football program.

Floats this year included creative themes like the seniors’ “Last Rodeo,” the juniors’ playful “Candy Land,” the sophomores’ “Surfing Sophs Up,” and the freshmen’s “Freshmen, Inc.” Middle schools followed suit, with GCMS presenting “GOAT,” Stewart with “Stewart Soars,” and Stratford proudly sharing “Thank You for Helping Us Grow.” The primary schools also shined, with Hemlock’s “Happy Hemlock,” Homestead’s heartwarming

“Homestead is Where the Heart Is,” and Locust School’s lucky-themed “Lucky Locust.”

This event, drawing together all corners of the community, signaled the start of a new tradition that will continue to grow and evolve in the years to come. With Garden City already buzzing about next year's parade, the future looks bright for this beloved celebration.

Stay tuned for more details about next year’s Homecoming parade, and join us in making this a permanent fixture in the life of Garden City!

James Livingston, Matthew Garufi, Elliot Ioesch, Jack Eddelson help decorate the seniors’ float.

Goggles enjoys the parade.

Homecoming parade revives car float tradition

Seniors - Last Rodeo

Sophomores - Surf’s Up

Hemlock Happy

Stratford - Thanks for Helping Us Grow

Lucky Locust

Home(stead) is Where the Heart Is

GC Friends of Music

SEPTA’s Kindness is Cool

Juniors - Candy Land

Stewart Soars

GCMS’s GOAT float

Freshmen, Inc.

LEGAL NOTICES

NASSAU COUNTY PUBLIC NOTICE

Pursuant to the provisions of the General Municipal Law and Chapter 200 of the Code of the Incorporated Village of Garden City, New York notice is hereby given that the Board of Appeals of said Village will meet in the Village Hall at 351 Stewart Avenue, Garden City, New York on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, at 6:30 p.m.,to take action on the following matters:

1. APPLICATION & APPEAL OF JAMES RAGONESE in accordance with the provisions of Sections 200-45 and 200-70, and variances from sections 200-7 and 200-15 of the Village Code, to authorize the issuance of permits for installation and maintenance of a 14' x 28' in-ground swimming pool with 6’ fence, and 25 sq. ft. bbq, in the rear yard of the premises known as 44 HUNTINGTON ROAD (Map of Country Life Development, Block B, Lot 21, R-6 district), the granting of which would;

A. exceed the allowable building area of 1,969 sq. ft. or 25%, by 281 sq. ft. (2,250 sq. ft. or 28.57%), on a 7,875 sq. ft. plot.

Building Department application # 20245-2024, Elizabeth Bibla, L.A.

*Adjourned at the August 20th, 2024, meeting., Reserved Decision- September 17, 2024

***Reopened October 16, 2024-with revisions based on comments from the Board.

2. APPLICATION & APPEAL OF JOSE GARCIA & VANESSA PISANI for the authorization to issue a permit in accordance with the procedures of 200-45, and variances from provisions in Sections 200-31.A and 200-52.I of the Village Code, so as to allow for the installation of a freestanding basketball backboard, a fountain and gate, with the maintenance of (4) previously installed driveway piers, in the Hilton Avenue front; at the corner dwelling known as 26 HILTON AVENUE(Map of Garden City Central, Block 25, Lot E9, R-20 district) the granting of which would:

A. reduce the required 62.5’ accessory setback from Hilton Avenue to not less than: 1. 28.6’ to the proposed fountain, 2. 2.83’ to the proposed gate ~

B. at the Hilton Avenue front; permit more than two driveway piers, on a street line greater than 100’ feet. in accordance with a plot plan filed with the Building Department.

*Adjourned from the August 20, 2024, meeting

*Further adjourned from the September 17, 2024 & the October 16, 2024, meeting.

3. APPEAL OF CHRISTOPHER & SAMANTHA AMATO for a one year extension of a previously granted variance (July 18, 2023) of the provisions of section 200-31, 20046.D & 200-52 of the Village Code, to allow for the issuance of permits, to erect a 597 sq. ft. second floor addition, and the placement of (2) AC compressors in the rear yard, at the corner premises known as 143 WETHERILL ROAD (Map of Country Life Development, Block O, Lot 251, R-6 district), the granting of which would:

A. reduce the Wetherill Road front setback of 25.0’, to not less than 22.25’ ~

B. reduce the freestanding equipment setback of 10.0’, to not less than 6.0’~

C. reduce the 8.0’ minimum side yard setback, to not less than 5.0’, where 4.5’ is existing.

Building Department # ZBA-000156-2023, Daniel Fabrizi R.A.

*Request for one-year extension

4. APPLICATION CHRIS & ANA IBIS SEEBRATH in accordance with the provisions of Sections 200-45 and 200-70 of the Village Code, for approval to allow the issue of building permits, for the installation and maintenance of an 18' x 36' in-ground swimming pool with automatic cover, 8’ x 8’ self-contained spa with 6’ Estate and chain link fence, with landscape plan, in the rear yard of the premises known as 60 OSBORNE ROAD (Map of Garden City East, Block 137, Lot 13, R-20 district).

Building Department # 2024-15821, Landscape Associates Inc.

5. APPEAL OF MATTHEW & CHRISTINE MANCUSO for a variance from the provisions of 200-31 of the Village Code, to allow the issue of permits, to erect a 32 sq. ft. portico at the front of the dwelling, known as 150 TULLAMORE ROAD (Map of Country Club Estates, Block 14, Lot 36, R-8 district), the granting of which would:

A. reduce the required 30.0’ front yard setback, to not less than 27.75’ to the proposed portico.

Building Department application # 2024-16060 John Viscardi, R.A.

6. APPEAL OF RYAN & KIMBERLY FURMAN for a variance from the provisions of 200-15 & 200-46 of the Village Code, to allow the issue of permits, to erect a 1,545 sq. ft. second floor addition (demolish 665 sq. ft. ½ story), and 75 sq. ft. porch in the front, while enclosing a 197 sq. ft. one story rear screened porch at the rear of the dwelling, known as 167 WEYFORD TERRACE (Map of Garden City Gables, Block 14, Lot 52, R-6 district), the granting of which would:

A. exceed the allowable building area of 1,650 sq. ft. or 25.0%, by (101) sq. ft. (1,751 sq. ft. or 26.62%) ~

B. reduce the (8.0’) minimum side yard setback, to not less than (5.2’) to the proposed masonry chimney ~

C. cause horizontal & vertical extensions of the existing (14.5’) aggregate side yards, where (18.0’) required.

Building Department application # 2024-16098 John Viscardi, R.A.

To appear on the Architectural Design Review Board Agenda, November 26, 2024

7. APPEAL OF KEVIN & MEGAN CONNOLLY for a variance from the provisions of 200-31 of the Village Code, to allow the issue of permits, to erect a 40 sq. ft. portico at the front of the dwelling, known as 10 RUSSELL ROAD (Map of Country Life Development, Block V, Lot 390, R-6 district), the granting of which would:

A. exceed the allowable building area of 1,487 sq. ft. or 25.0%, by (16) sq. ft. (1,503 sq. ft. or 25.27%) ~

B. reduce the required (30.0’) front yard setback, to not less than (28.96’) to the proposed portico.

Building Department application # 2024-16076 John Viscardi, R.A.

8. APPEAL OF MR. JIANHUA ZHANG, for a variance of the provisions of Section 200-52 of the Village Code, to allow the issue of permits for the installation of (4) proposed A/C compressors in the side and front yards of the corner dwelling, known as 77 CHELSEA ROAD (Map of Garden City Estates, Block 96,Lot 4, R-12 district) the granting of which would:

A. reduce the (10.0’) plotline setback for freestanding equipment, to not less than (5.3’) and (8.9’) for two of the compressors in the North side yard ~

B reduce the (60.0’) front equipment setback from Chelsea Road, to not less than (53.5’) for two compressors ~

C reduce the (50.0’) equipment setback from North Avenue, to not less than (22.6’) for two compressors.

Building Department application # 2024-15879, H. Bradford Gustavson, R A.

9. APPLICATION & APPEAL OF DR DAWN F TORRE in accordance with the provisions of Section 200-45, and a variance of provisions in Section 200-46 of the Village Code, to allow the issue of permits erecting a 155 sq. ft. open porch and 519 sq ft. raised patio, and the installation of a hot tub, at the rear of the dwelling known as 44 FIRST STREET (Map of Garden City Central, Block 51 Lot 2, R-20 district), the granting of which would:

A. reduce the required (35.0’) aggregate side yard setback, to not less than (30.5’).

Building Department # 2024-15878, H. Bradford Gustavson, R.A.

10. APPEAL OF EMANUEL DICONIMAKIS for a variance of the provisions of Section 200-15, 200-46, of the Village Code, so as to permit the erection of a 70 sq. ft. first floor front garage extension with a 269 sq. ft second floor side addition above, at the existing dwelling known as 170 GARDEN STREET (Map of Garden City Lawns, Block 34, Lots 27-34, , R-6 district) the construction of which would:

A. exceeds the allowable building area of 1,950 sq. ft. or 25%, by (248) sq. ft. (2,198 sq. ft. or 28.1%) ~

B. cause horizontal and vertical extensions of the current (6.2’) side yard, where (8.0’) is required.

Building Department application # 2024-15916, Maria Sfinarolakis-Kokolis, R.A.

11. APPEAL OF JOHN LEE for a variance of the provisions of Sections 200-15, 200-31, 200-46.C and 200-52.C & H of the Village Code, allowing for the issue of permits to

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erect, a 228 sq. ft. one story and a 1,311 sq. ft. second floor addition connecting to an existing detached garage (demolish 500 sq. ft. ½ story and 20 sq. ft. side platform), a 72 sq. ft. front and 35 sq. ft. side porches, with the attachment of 2 A/C compressors on the side wall, and 160.3’ of 4.0’ Estate style fencing in the front yards, at the corner dwelling known as 182 TULLAMORE ROAD (Map Garden City Gables, Block 5, Lot 28, R-6 District), the granting of which would:

A. exceeds the allowable building area of 1,621 sq. ft. or 25.0%, by 187 sq. ft. (1,808 sq. ft. or 27.9%) ~

B. reduce the (30.0’) front yard setback from Tullamore Road to not less than 25.8’, for the proposed porch ~

C. reduce the (8.0’) minimum side yard to not less than:

1. (5.4’), with respect to the covered porch and,

2. (7.26’), with respect to the attached A/C compressors ~

D. reduce the (15.0’) rear yard setback to not less than (3.0’), for the proposed additions when connected to the detached garage ~

E. reduce the (30.0’) accessory setback from Tullamore Road to not less than (2.0’) with respect to (80.3’) of proposed fence ~

F. reduce the (50.0’) accessory setback from Somerset Avenue to not less than (2.0’) with respect to (141.0’) of proposed fence.

Building Department application # 2024-15521, Jeffery A. Zahn, R.A.

To appear on the Architectural Design Review Board Agenda, November 26, 2024

12. APPEAL OF ADAM KETCHER for a variance of the provisions of Section 200-15, 200-31 & 200-46 of the Village Code, to allow for the issue of building permits for the construction of a 49 sq. ft. 2nd floor rear, 21 sq ft. first floor front additions, and a 10 sq. ft. gas fireplace enclosure at the side of the dwelling, known as 14 BAYBERRY AVENUE (Map of Mineola Plaza, Block 14, Lots 15, R-6 district), the granting of which would:

A. exceed the allowable building area of 1,000 sq. ft. or 25.0%, by (109) sq. ft. (1,075 sq. ft. or 26.90%) ~

B. reduce the current (5.95’) minimum side yard, to not less than (3.95’), where (5.0’) is required, with respect to the gas fireplace enclosure ~

C reduce the required front setback of (30.0’), to not less than (26.18’) to the front addition.

Building Department application # 2024-15722, Robert Costello, R.A.

13. APPEAL OF JEFFREY & JANIE WENT for a variance of provisions in Section 200-32 of the Village Code, allowing for issuance of permits to erect a 54 sq. ft. portico at the front of the dwelling; known as 50 FENIMORE AVENUE (Map of Nassau Havens, Block E, Lot 50, R-6 district), the granting of which would:

A. reduce the required front setback of (25.0’), to not less than (22.62’) for the proposed portico and (21.62’) to the step.

Building Department application # 2024-15953, Douglas R. Vaggi, R.A.

14. APPEAL OF JOE & LISA SPARACELLO, for a variance of provisions in § 200-15 of the Village code, to allow the issue of a permits, for the installation of a 52 sq. ft. outdoor kitchen and the erection, of a 405 sq. ft. pergola at the rear, while constructing a 3,897 sq. ft. 2 1/2 story dwelling, at the premises known as 133 LEE ROAD (Map of Country Club Estates, Block 15, Lot 74, R-12 District), the granting of which would:

A. exceeds the 25.0% allowable building area of 2,200 sq. ft. by 50 sq. ft. or 25.6%, (2,250 sq. ft.) on an 8,800 sq. ft. plot ~

B. reduce the (25.0’) rear yard setback to not less than (17.75’), with respect to the pergola.

Building Department # 2024-15978, Daniel Fabrizi, R.A. End of Cases The Board may transact any other business that may properly come before the meeting.

DATED: November 1, 2024, Garden City, New York 11530, Kelly Galanek, Village Clerk

The Incorporated Village of Garden City does not discriminate on the basis of disability for admission to, access to, or participation in its programs, activities or public meetings, and has designated Kelly Galanek, Village Clerk, as Disability Compliance Coordinator. Persons with a disability who wish to attend a meeting should contact Kelly Galanek at least 24 hours in advance of meeting at:

351 Stewart Avenue, Garden City, New York 11530, (516) 465-4051, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Next Meeting: Wednesday January 22, 2025

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NASSAU COUNTY

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU

U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF THE CSFB MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH

CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005CF1, -againstCOLLEEN TRETTIEN, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on February 22, 2017, wherein U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF THE CSFB MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH

CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005CF1 is the Plaintiff and COLLEEN TRETTIEN, ET AL. are the Defendant(s).  I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on November 26, 2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 162 MEADOW ST, GARDEN CITY, NY 11530; and the following tax map identification:  34-546-32 & 39.

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

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 000801/2015. Mark Ricciardi, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES.

NASSAU COUNTY

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

Notice of Formation of COMWIN LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 07/03/2024. Office location: Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent of Limited Liability Company (LLC) upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY should mail process to Michael Comiskey: 55 Magnolia Ave, Garden City, NY 11530. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Email: Editor@GCNews.com

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cerns, noise, air pollution, and unsafe driving conditions. The Village has several tools at its disposal to address these problems.

Ban Trucks on Village Roads

The Village can ban trucks from many roads, including County and State roads like Clinton Rd. This power has already been used successfully on Clinton Rd (Implemented by Charlie Kelly) and Washington Ave (with a truck restriction from 9 pm to 6 am). Expanding this ban would reduce truck traffic and improve safety.

Lower Speed Limits to 25 MPH

Lowering the speed limit Village-wide to 25 MPH would improve safety. The argument that it can’t be enforced is invalid—many other communities have successfully implemented this. Lower speeds would also boost speeding violation revenues for the GCPD.

No Turn on Red at Traffic Signals

Implementing “No Turn on Red” at all traffic signals would reduce traffic speed and accidents, allowing for road narrowing and re-striping to calm traffic.

Install Pedestrian Flashing Lights and Raised Crosswalks

The Traffic Commission’s pilot of pedestrian flashing lights and raised crosswalks in the Downtown District has been effective (Implemented by Charlie Kelly). Expanding this initiative Village-wide will improve pedestrian safety.

Upgrade Road Lighting and Striping

Upgrading street lighting and road striping is essential for safety and aesthetics. New, well-lit roads with clear signage help drivers feel calmer and more attentive to traffic laws. (New striping was implemented by Ed Finneran on Rockaway Ave with great success).

Increase Greenery Along Roads

Planting trees and shrubs between roads and sidewalks enhances beauty and gives roads a narrower appearance, a proven method to reduce speeding.

Bump-Outs

Bump-outs extend the sidewalk into the roadway, narrowing lanes and shortening pedestrian crossing distances. This improves safety for both drivers and pedestrians.

Speed Humps

Speed humps are an effective way to reduce speeding and cut-through traffic.

Charlie Kelly’s installation of speed humps near St. Joseph’s Children’s School has been successful in protecting students and improving road safety. By exercising these powers, Garden City can significantly improve traffic safety and quality of life for its residents.

Stephen Shoemaker

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Ikon Passholders Get New Benefits, Discounts, Expanded Access for Skiing and Riding at 58 Global Destinations

BY KAREN RUBIN TRAVEL FEATURES SYNDICATE GOINGPLACESFARANDNEAR.COM

Ikon Pass skiers and riders have 58 global destinations across 5 continents, 11 countries 17 states, 4 Canadian provides across the Americas, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and Japan, totaling 179,197 skiable acres and 7,263 trails to explore for the 2024/25 season. This is the seventh season that the Ikon Pass has been available and passholders have a slew of added benefits as Peak Perks, which and access to travel consultants to help plan and arrange that trip to discover some new, exotic, far away destination. Among the new features:

More Friends & Family Discounts: Ikon Pass holders now get two additional Friends & Family discounts, for a total of 12 for the 24/25 winter season. Each Friends & Family discount provides a minimum of 25% off the single day lift ticket price posted for the day the discount is used to ski or ride at an eligible Ikon Pass destination.

Unlock $200 CAD/Day on a Heli-Skiing Adventure: Ikon Pass elevates your powder pursuit with a credit of up to $1,400 CAD to spend on a CMH Heli-Skiing experience. Go day heli-skiing at CMH Purcell any time during the 24/25 winter season or stay at any other CMH destination during December 2024 or April 2025 and get $200 CAD each day of your trip. Choose from multiple ways to spend your credit. Ikon Pass holders also get early booking privileges on winter heli-skiing trips, which often sell out ahead of time. In the summer, Ikon Pass holders get exclusive

Recognized as both family and beginner friendly, Winter Park, Colorado, one of 58 resorts on the Ikon Pass, is offering Kids Ski Free and Rent Free deals this season © Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com

benefits on heli-hiking trips, (terms & conditions apply).

Exclusive Access to Travel Service: The Ikon Pass is designed so that it pays for itself after as few as five days of skiing, plus incentivizes passholders to take one long ski vacation and explore some further afield resort – across the country or on another continent. Many of the Ikon Pass resort participants report new skiers coming from long distance and abroad, while Americans can actually take advantage of resorts in the southern hemisphere – in Chile, New Zealand, Australia – to ski yearround.

Discount on Travel with Ikon Pass Travel: Ikon Pass Travel is an online travel planning service exclusively for members of the Ikon Pass

community that offers the ability to seamlessly explore and book all aspects of adventure across Ikon Pass destinations. Browse and compare airfare, hotels, and activities across Ikon Pass destinations to create a vacation package or be matched with an Ikon Pass Travel specialist. (Terms and conditions apply.)

24/25 IKON PASS PRICING: There are different levels of pass which offer different benefits, from unlimited access to a list of resorts, to a number of days. Ikon Pass starting at $1,249; Ikon Base Pass starting at $869; Ikon Session Pass starting at $259.

For all Ikon Pass products and pricing, visit  https://www.ikonpass. com/en/shop-passes

For more information visit www. ikonpass.com

GOING PLACES NEAR AND FAR

Here’s a sampling of some of the improvements this season: Vermont’s Killington Resort, the largest mountain resort in eastern North America, is making a $7 million investment in new energy efficient snow guns totaling 1,000 new pieces of equipment over the next two seasons.  Located in the heart of Vermont’s Green Mountains, Killington Resort has earned its moniker “The Beast of the East” with four seasons of adventure spread across six peaks, plus Pico Mountain, which is its own self-contained ski in/ out resort that is particularly great for families and intermediate skiers. With the most expansive snowmaking and lift system in eastern North America, Killington offers more than 200 trails and 92 miles of diverse snow sports terrain, including a worldclass terrain park network and the longest season in the East. During the summer, Killington features a destination bike park with 30 miles of mountain biking trails, an 18-hole championship golf course, the familyfriendly Snowshed Adventure Center, plus 15 miles of hiking trails. Killington is locally and independently owned (www.killington.com).

Stratton Mountain, Vermont, one of the New England favorites, is in the midst of a multi-year project to enhance snowmaking, in order to take advantage of shorter windows to make snow. The improvement will be most noticeable for intermediate skiers – the trails will open sooner and stay open later in the season. Being part of Alterra Mountain Co. and the Ikon Pass program has been a boon to skiers who were already Stratton

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devotees: they get their warm-ups in Stratton, then go for a big ski vacation to Steamboat, while Stratton is getting lots of passholders from further-afield. In addition, Alterra has invested in capital projects including modernizing the Ursa Lift to improve operational efficiency and maximize uphill capacity.

Tremblant, located 1 ½ hour drive from Montreal, a 50-minute flight from New York City, means that a New Yorker can actually be skiing on the mountain in less time than it takes to drive up to Vermont. This season, Tremblant has a new shuttle connecting Montreal PierreElliott-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Tremblant, facilitating access and significantly reducing vehicular traffic. Tremblant offers the highest peak in the East and 305 hectares of skiing, 102 trails on four sides of the mountain. The Canadian resort has been part of Ikon since 2017 – and is just the sort of discovery that Ikon Pass holders can take advantage of – to enjoy its French Canadian ambiance and international feel. Everything walking distance. You take the gondola from the pedestrian village to the summit. The four-season resort village offers 13 hotels (1500 beds),25 restaurants, 4 bars. You can even ski in summer, on synthetic surface (new) aimed at introducing beginners. There is also hiking, and a Sound & Light show in the woods accessed by the chairlift.

Winter Park Resort, Colorado, is completing a $37 million snowmaking upgrade, doubling capacity and creating broader early-season snow coverage which will enable Winter Park to have one of the longest winter seasons in Colorado.

Recognized as both family and beginner friendly, Winter Park is offering Kids Ski Free and Rent Free - every kid

14 and younger signed up for a Winter Park Ski and Ride School lesson receives a  complementary lift ticket for the day (must book by Nov. 29, 2024), plus a  free ski or snowboard rental with a three-day adult gear rental package. Beginners take advantage of a new learn-to-ski guarantee where if by the end of your third lesson, you can’t ski the 10 green trails your fourth lesson is free. Back this season, 60-Minute Pro Tip lessons.

Less than 70 miles from Denver, Winter Park is accessible by the Winter Park Express Amtrak train from Denver Union Station direct to the ski resort on weekends during ski season. Flanked by the dramatic Continental Divide, Winter Park Resort receives some of the state’s most consistent snowfall across its 3000+ acres of world-class terrain and has been voted USA Today’s #1 Ski Resort in North America multiple years. During summer, the resort is home to renowned Trestle bike park, and has been nominated as Colorado’s Top Adventure Town. For more information, visit www.winterparkresort.com

Steamboat, Colorado, which celebrated its 60th anniversary two years ago, boasts a rich Western heritage in vibe, culture and ambiance. Located in the northwest corner of Colorado, its nearby Hayden Airport has direct service from 16 airports on six carriers (during ski season, less frequent service other times). Steamboat is Colorado’s second largest ski resort after Vail – the resort had a “serious” expansion in 2023, adding 650 acres of expert terrain in the popular “side country” accessed by a new Mahagony Ridge lift. Steamboat is paradise for intermediate skiers’ and its Sunshine Bowl is particularly popular with families. Last year, Steamboat opened a gondola from its base to the summit of the mountain with the most blue terrain and a dedicated learning area.

This season Taos Ski Valley skiers will benefit from nearly $1 Million in upgraded snowmaking, grooming, and lift maintenance, as well as a new ski and snowboard rental fleet. Also the Eis Haus ice skating rink will have evening ice skating for $25, including rentals.

Also, there are new Snowsports packages:

• The Blake Experience Ski Week Package for two: includes 5 half days of instruction (SundayFriday), 2 5-day lift tickets, 5 nights of accommodations at The Blake, 5-day demo rentals from Taos Sports, and a $30 credit for breakfast at 192 at The Blake each morning per person (from $2600);

• New Teen Ski Weeks, designed for teens and college students, providing 6-day lessons, during peak holidays Christmas, MLK week, President’s Day, and Spring Break.

• Children’s value three-day lesson packages that provide discounts over two-day packages, including

• Children’s First Timer package and Children’s Intermediate and Advanced package.

• Full-day, private lesson/mountain guide for up to four people, for a truly specialized and personalized Taos ski experience, $950, $50 for each additional person.

Deer Valley in Park City, Utah, is set for a massive expansion, nearly doubling existing terrain to 5,700 skiable acres when it is done (3,700 more skiable acres than the original). This is because the resort acquired neighboring wilderness that was set to be developed. The first part of the expansion will open this season: 300 new skiable acres and three lifts will open this season including the Keetley Express - a six-person chairlift with a bubble, connecting the new Deer Valley East Village to the existing Deer Valley terrain, dropping skiers off

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BY JEFF RUGG

Q: I have a neighbor who says she gets a better “pumpkin” pie by using butternut squash. My squash vines grew a lot of fruit this year, and I was planning on storing some for the winter. I have had trouble getting pumpkins to grow in my garden, but the squash almost always produce a lot. If she is right, I may stop trying to grow pumpkins and just grow more squash. What do you think?

A: Your neighbor is right. Butternut and acorn squash do make good “pump-

kin” pies. All pumpkins and several squash varieties can be used in pies, but the best pie pumpkins are small, sweet pumpkins without the watery and stringy consistency of jack-o-lantern pumpkins. The typical commercially processed pumpkin found in canned pumpkin is a tan colored squash shaped like a football, not at all like an orange jack-o-lantern pumpkin. If you can’t find small pie pumpkins, you can use butternut and buttercup squash as an equal substitute for pumpkin in the recipe. Squash will be found at the grocery store for a longer time than pumpkins.

On the other hand, I don’t think you will be carving or decorating your butternut squash for Halloween. Many people save the seeds from their pumpkins, and I don’t think you will save the squash seeds for roasting.

Pumpkins and other squash are good sources of vitamins and are good to eat. They are a variety of winter squash like butternut and acorn squash. Winter squash are left on the vine until they are mature, have a hard rind and are usually baked for eating. Summer squash such as

near the bottom terminal of the Sultan Express chairlift on Bald Mountain. The additional two chairlifts, Hoodoo Express and Aurora, will service new beginner-level ski trails and provide return access to the new Deer Valley East Village. The 500 additional day-skier parking spots this winter season will create an alternative arrival option via U.S. Route 40, helping to reduce traffic throughout Park City. Next year, the plan is to open six more lifts including a 10-person gondola, and 700 more parking spots. But even with the expansion, we are assured, Deer Valley’s quaint, intimate, luxurious, European charm (and its ski-only policy) the so-called “Deer Valley Difference” that skiers have enjoyed since the resort opened in 1981, will be maintained.

More Highlights: Ikon Passholders also will benefit from new lifts at Sugarbush, Copper Mountain, Snowmass, Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, Alta Ski Area, Snowbird, The Highlands, Bear Mountain, Mammoth Mountain, Banff Sunshine, Lake Louise Ski Resort, Niseko United, and Dolomiti Superski (celebrating its 50th anniversary with the replacement of 9 chairlifts and gondolas across Kronplatz, Alta Badia, Val Gardena-Alpe di Siusi, Val di FassaCarezza, Arabba-Marmolada, 3 Cime and San Martino di Castrozza-Passo Rolle). Ikon Pass resorts that will have new and expanded terrain include Snowbasin, Mt. Norquay, Boyne Mountain Resort, Alta and Arai Snow Resort which is expanding its avalanche-controlled freeriding zones, checked daily for avalanche risks to ensure an off-piste experience all within the margins of safety.

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Instinctively Navigating the Generation Gap

BY CLAIRE LYNCH

I have come to the conclusion that I am approaching this generation gap issue all wrong. Dealing with the misunderstandings and puzzled looks have shown me many times that the generation gap can be a sensitive subject and it suddenly dawned on me that if I think of one phrase, I will be able to handle generation gap instances in a much smoother way when they arise.

That phrase is “the sandwich generation.” It sounds unusual, I realize that, because usually the sandwich generation refers to those middle-aged people who are squeezed between the demands of caring for their children and their parents.

Technically, I’m not in this situation but when I think of the word “sandwich,” it very quickly reminds me that at parties and any time I’m speaking with someone older or someone younger, there are bound to be words, phrases and references they just don’t get.

I can mention “The Ed Sullivan Show” to one of my aunts or uncles and they immediately know what I’m talking about plus they start talking about some of the great guests Ed Sullivan featured on his show.

say “The Ed Sullivan Show” to my 30-something niece, Kathleen, and I will be met with a blank stare. What I’ve been reminding myself of recently is the old saying that goes, forewarned is forearmed. If I think of the sandwich generation, I can picture myself in the middle and my various other relatives on either side of that.

If I humorously bring up Walter Winchell to my 40-ish nephew, Patick, I really have to know that he won’t know what I’m talking about. So I can either talk off the top of my head or I can remember that Patrick wasn’t alive when President Kennedy was in

office and that yes, he probably read about things in history books but living through a certain time in history and reading about it in textbooks are two very different things.

On TV I hear people bring up Carnac the Magnificent on “The Tonight Show” in the 1960s and as a mystic Johnny Carson did a great job pretending that he could psychically divine unknown answers to unseen questions.

Instinctively I laughed when I saw Carson come out onto the stage wearing his Carnac costume and launch into his skit because who on earth can read minds? But Johnny Carson did a good job pretending he was psychic and the audience got a kick out of it. Carnac is not something I would mention today to either Kathleen or Patrick.

My friend, Artie, says that when we were kids, the only generation gap we came across was between our parents and us. If we were talking about The Beatles we were so excited about their various songs but the older generation kept saying they should cut their hair.

My friend, Jamie, is fond of saying, “A day without a case of the generation gap rearing its head is like a day without snow. It just isn’t as special.”

We always laugh when Jamie says that because she has a funny way of putting things but Jamie is 28 years old so when we’re talking casually and I mention the music of Bette Midler she inevitably asks, “Who’s that?”

We laugh even harder because my friends and I who are 50+ grew up with Bette Midler singing “The Rose,” “Wind Beneath My Wings” and her many other hits. All you have to do is say the word, “Beaches” and we think of the movie called “Beaches.” It came out in 1988. Bette Midler starred as CC Bloom.

My sister, Susan, and I were recalling the times that our parents had a way of doing things: one TV in the house and

that was in the living room for everyone to enjoy. Now it’s very different. Sometimes when I’m speaking with a Gen Xer I find that we are speaking the same language. But other times it feels as if we are on different planets because the words they use and the references they have show me - quite often - that we are definitely from different generations.

One thing I have to say is there are pros and cons to both the older and the younger generations. My younger friends and relatives have a different approach to life whether it’s with technology, trends in music and movies, and their views of society and the world.

My older friends and relatives always seem to offer me a very specific sense of history both in the U.S. and internationally. I’ve discovered that if I really listen to what they’re saying, they can be a treasure trove of information. We can be chatting for a short while and different examples of these things come up. What strikes me as glaringly different with the younger generation is their use of language. I have a pretty good

grasp of language but some of the words they use are not exactly how I would put things. Patrick will say he’s going to see “the fam” and while I can guess that he means seeing the family that one is pretty obvious. When he talks about “sus” I ask him to translate, please. If I hear it on TV I just go with it and hope that I can grasp the meaning of the word from the gist of the conversation.

In this case sus is a term meaning suspicious or something that it is giving the impression that it is questionable or dishonest. There’s a whole list of words and phrases the younger generations use that I’m not at all familiar with - and occasionally I have to look them up.

I know the various names the generations have been given: the Greatest Generation, the Silent Generation, Baby Boomers, Millennials, Generation X, Y and Z. It’s beginning to sound like the English alphabet - which it is because next we have the Greek alphabet, Generation Alpha then Beta who will be born between 2025-2039. Then it’s Generation Gamma. Good grief!

BY TOM MARGENAU

Politics, Elections and Social Security

Because the presidential and congressional elections are on everyone’s mind, more than a few people have sent me emails saying something like this: “I’m afraid that this upcoming election will lead to dramatic changes to Social Security. So even though I didn’t want to file for Social Security for a few more years, I’m going to do it now so that I am grandfathered into the current system and no president or Congress will pull the rug out from under me!” And then they ask me if I think that’s a good idea.

And here is my answer: NEVER make a decision about when to start your Social Security benefits based on politics. Instead, make that decision based on your financial situation, your anticipated longevity, your marital status and other personal considerations discussed often in this column.

Why not politics? Well, consider this. For 50 years now, people have been making the same point to me. In other words, as far back as the 1970s and 1980s, people were telling me: “I’m afraid so and so (insert your political villain here) will be elected and he will ruin Social Security as we know it.” And of course, that never happened. Social Security keeps chugging along no matter who is sitting in the Oval Office.

To be sure, Social Security has been reformed over the years, and changes have been made to the laws affecting a person’s eligibility for benefits. But if those changes were major, they were almost always phased in over a long time.

Case in point: In 1983, Congress raised the retirement age from 65 to 67. But they did not do so overnight. They phased in the age increase over a period of more than four decades. In fact, it won’t be until 2027 that people born in 1960 will finally reach their full retirement age of 67.

If somewhere in the near future Congress raises the retirement age again (and I will bet my next 10 Social Security checks that will happen), it won’t be people currently in their 60s who will be affected by the change. Rather, it will be our children, and more likely our grandchildren, who will have to wait until a greater age before they can retire with full Social Security benefits.

Many readers have also complained to me that with 10,000 baby boomers retiring every single day, the Social Security system has been heading towards a financial cliff, yet nobody seems to be doing anything about it.

Well, there is plenty of blame to go around. Liberals and Democrats deserve their share of the blame, because so often they tend to put their heads in the sand and say: “What Social Security problem?” They run on a platform that essentially says, “I won’t let those nasty Republicans mess around with your Social Security benefits!”

Some conservatives and Republicans

deserve praise for at least being willing to discuss Social Security reform. But then they also deserve their share of the blame because they frequently propose outlandish and totally unworkable solutions to the problem -- such as “privatizing” the system or eliminating the taxation of Social Security benefits, which would drain $48 billion annually from an already underfunded program.

You may remember this line from Shakespeare’s “Julius Caesar” when Cassius is trying to convince Brutus that Caesar was not chosen by the gods to rule Rome, but rather by the actions of citizens. Cassius says: “The fault, dear Brutus, is not in our stars, but in ourselves.”

If I were the great bard today and I were writing a play about the lack of any progress on the Social Security reform front, I would say, “The fault, dear reader, is not in our politicians, but in ourselves.” In my humble opinion, the public deserves their share of the blame because they say they want reform, but they tend to vote otherwise.

For example, if I ran for Congress on a platform of increasing the Social Security retirement age to 68; slightly reducing future cost-of-living increases; and raising the Social Security payroll tax by just a quarter of 1% (three very viable solutions to Social Security’s long-range fiscal problems), my opponent would run attack ads claiming that “If you vote for Tom Margenau, he’s going to increase your taxes and cut your grandma’s Social Security checks at the same time!” And guess what? Gullible people would fall for that argument, and I would lose the election in a landslide.

Not that long ago, as part of the ongoing budget negotiations between then-President Barack Obama and the Republican leadership in the House of Representatives, the president bucked the pressure he felt from many members of his own party and proposed a reduction in future cost-of-living increases for Social Security recipients as one way to trim government expenses.

You’d think that Republicans would have greeted that proposal with open arms. But what happened? Many of them immediately took to the airwaves and their Twitter accounts to blast the president for “trying to balance the budget on the backs of our poor, deserving senior citizens.” And that was the same thing Democrats said when the president proposed COLA reforms in the first place.

Do you see why Social Security reform can be so maddening and frustrating? Do you see why there is plenty of blame to go around for the lack of any meaningful changes? Do you see why Democrats should be ashamed of themselves? Do you see why Republicans should be ashamed of themselves? Do you see why the people and voters should be ashamed of themselves?

My guess is that everyone says they

want reform, but what they mean is they want reforms that impact the other guy. They don’t want their Social Security checks reduced or their grandma’s benefits cut, but they wouldn’t mind if that other less deserving guy’s benefits are reduced. And they don’t want their Social Security taxes raised or their children’s taxes raised, but they wouldn’t mind if that other guy’s payroll taxes are raised. So what to do? Here is my suggestion. Go to Amazon.com and buy my book, “So-

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CROSSWORD PUZZLE

Student load debt will have major effect on home purchases

The 1.7 trillion+ student loan debt is increasing by the day. The long term effect of the 634.2 billion owed (as of 2/24) by Millennials and Gen X is and will have a profound effect in the purchase of “the American Dream” a home. It will become monumentally impossible over their lifetime, unless a situation arises to be able to pay down or pay off their loans. Downsizing to a condo or coop might be the only doable path that most will have to consider. Worst case scenario will be to sticking it out in a rental for a longer term or living with other family members (inter-generational living) to be able to squirrel away enough savings to make their purchase happen. 30.6% of the student loan debt is owed by those 25-34. 38.9% of the loan amount is owed by those who are 35-49 years old. 17.8% of the debt is owed by those 50-61. 6.4% is owed by those 62+. 6.3% is owed by those 24 and younger. See www.studentloanplanner.com for more details.

These situations will make it next to impossible to purchase for those financially overleveraged groups. Over the years it will have a dire effect on our economy as there eventually will be fewer buyers and more sellers. This will be a reverse of today’s local environment, where we still have fairly

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Continued from previous page cial Security - Simple and Smart.” There is a chapter in that book that explains Social Security financing and offers very workable and realistic proposals for reform. And the next time a candidate runs on a platform including one or more of those reforms, give him or her your vote. 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. Or you can send him an email at thomas.margenau@comcast.net.

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strong demand and lower than normal inventory. It may take 10-20 years for the change, but I believe it will eventually occur if ideas leading to solutions to remedy these issues don’t result in solving this looming long term problem. For some, the solution for making it affordable to purchase has been to engage in having several jobs. For those that can rely on family financial assistance, that has allowed them to be able to achieve the “American Dream” of homeownership. However, for the majority, it’s been a struggle and saving more money has been the ultimate goal. Hoping and praying for lower prices maybe a pipe dream until either demand subsides or inventory drastically increases of which I see neither occurring.

state that one might want or need to relocate to. It’s all about price and making a living as well as having a work-life balance in creating a happier environment. There was a recent study done surveying 2500 individuals across the U.S. about the real estate market and buying attitudes of GenZ, Millennials, Gen X and Baby Boomers. This was a fairly comprehensive insight to how they felt and their intentions about purchasing. Here is the link that will provide you some solid introspection on what they think and feel. https://www. inmyarea.com/research/generation-zhomeownership-study

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 has earned his National Association of Realtors “Green Industry designation for eco-friendly low carbon footprint construction with 3-D printed foundations, Solar panels, Geo-thermal HVAC/Heat Pumps).

He will also provide a copy of “Unlocking the Secrets of Real Estate’s New Market Reality, and his Seller’s and Buyer’s Guides for “Things to Consider when Selling, investing or Purchasing your Home.

These challenging times will for the most part cause most families and individuals to be in a rental situation locally, whether it be with family or on their own. For those that are able to remote work from home, moving out of the area to more affordable locations will solve that issue. The cost of housing can vary drastically depending on what

The future may not look very clear to many, but where there is a will, there is a way. Hopefully government intervention and assistance with downpayments for 1st time buyer will lead the current and next generation of buyers a way to achieve the “American Dream” and begin creating their future long term wealth.

Philip A. Raices is the owner/ Broker of Turn Key Real Estate at 3 Grace Ave Suite 180 in Great Neck. He has 42+ years experience in the Real

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He will provide you with “free” regular updates of what has gone under contract (pending), been sold (closed) and those homes that have been withdrawn/ released or expired (W/R) and all new listings of homes, HOA, Townhomes, Condos, and Coops in your town or go to https://WWW.Li-RealEstate.Com and you can “do it yourself (DYI) and search on your own. For a “FREE” no obligation 15 minute consultation, 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 call him at (516) 647-4289.

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zucchini are picked off the vine while still green, have a soft rind and can be eaten raw or cooked. They do not store well and are eaten fresh.

Winter squash, such as pumpkins, can be stored at 50 degrees until next spring. For best storage, they should have a 3- or 4-inch piece of stem and should not have been exposed to a frost.

If you want to have a decorated pumpkin, but also save it for later eating, you can use tempera paint or markers to make your designs on the outside without cutting it open.

The rind is easily removed after boiling. Drain the pot and mash the pumpkin until it is soft; it can then be frozen. It will last for months. If you use fresh pump-

kin in a recipe for pumpkin bread or pie, you will taste the difference and may not want to go back to the canned stuff.

Small pumpkins can be eaten as a vegetable: steamed, boiled or battered and fried, just like other squash. They can also be sliced and eaten raw with dip as an appetizer. The University of Illinois Extension’s website www.urbanext.illinois.edu/pumpkins has information on how to select and cook fresh pumpkins. Besides the standard recipes for pumpkin nut bread and roasted pumpkin seeds, there are many other recipes, such as pumpkin cheesecake and pumpkin-apple soup.

You can save the seeds for planting next year with all the vine crops. The only problem is that many of the crops you purchase as plants in the spring or

as seeds with named hybrid varieties will not come true from seed. In other words, the vines might have “kids” that don’t look like the parents in the crop produced next year. If the seeds or plants were labeled as hybrids, you may get good crops and you may not. If the crop was labeled as an heirloom, you will get crops next year that match this year’s crop if there were no other varieties nearby that could cross-pollinate your plants to produce the seeds you now have.

Email questions to Jeff Rugg at info@ greenerview.com.

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BY MARY HUNT

When All Else Fails, Cover It With Chocolate

As the story goes, the local inventor invited the town’s pastry makers to observe his latest invention: an automated pastry-making machine. To his dismay, the bakers deemed it unfit because it could not consistently turn out perfect pastries.

Not one to give up easily, the inventor took one of the chefs aside and asked, “What do YOU do when you make a mistake?”

“I cover it with chocolate,” he replied.

With that, the inventor went back to his workshop, made a few strategic changes to his machine and invited the testers to return. To his joy, the pastry makers were so impressed that each of them commissioned a machine for their bakery. Little did they know he programmed it so that when something went wrong, it sent a signal to simply cover it with chocolate.

The moral of our little story: It’s only a cooking mistake if you can’t come up with a clever way to cover the mistake.

For example, if your Thanksgiving stuffing turns out dry as dust, don’t toss it out. Drizzle chicken broth over it, cov-

BY CHARLYN FARGO

Every now and then I come across a research article that makes me say, “Wow.” Here’s one of those on the benefits of fiber for cancer patients -- and all of us.

Researchers found that every 5-gram increase in daily fiber was correlated with a 30% lower risk for cancer progression or death among patients with advanced melanoma. In addition, 82% of patients who reported both sufficient fiber intake and no probiotic use responded to immunotherapy compared with only 59% of patients who reported either insufficient fiber intake or probiotic use.

The study was conducted at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center and published in the journal Science.

Even for those of us who are lucky enough not to have melanoma, fiber helps. The dietary pattern associated with the response to immunotherapy is the same diet recommended by the American Cancer Society and the American Institute for Cancer Research, according to lead researcher, Jennifer McQuade, M.D., assistant professor of melanoma medical oncology at MD Anderson. That recommended diet centers on fruits, vegetables, whole grains and legumes. And it’s the same diet recommended for secondary cancer prevention, prevention of cardiovascular disease, and health in general.

Here’s how it works: Fiber plays a key role in the health of our gut microbiome, which plays a key role in immunotherapy.

er with foil and allow it to sit for several minutes. It will become soft and moist, and no one will be the wiser.

When making homemade mashed potatoes, if you misjudge and add too much liquid, you can thicken by adding a small amount of uncooked instant potato flakes. Wait a few minutes before adding more if the mashed potatoes still seem too thin, because the thickening occurs upon standing.

Gravy too salty? Don’t fret! If it’s only a slightly salty problem, add a pinch of brown sugar or 1/3 teaspoon white vinegar to counter the saltiness. For a more serious situation, drop a peeled raw potato into the gravy and allow it to sit for a few minutes, stirring gently. The potato will absorb much of the salt, leaving the gravy much improved.

Burnt toast or bread? Use a fine grater or knife to scrape off the burnt bits. If it’s bread, butter it and toast it lightly under a broiler. No one will be the wiser.

Overcooked pasta or veggies? Toss them into an ice bath to stop further cooking, then saute them with butter, garlic and herbs for a “planned” texture.

Too spicy to handle? Add a bit of dairy -- like cream, yogurt or sour cream -- to mellow the heat. A spoonful of sugar or honey can also tone down the spice, as can some diced potatoes.

Cake won’t come out of the pan? Turn that stuck cake into a “trifle.” Layer broken bits with whipped cream, fruit or pudding, and present it like that was the plan all along.

Cookies spread too thin? Use a round cookie cutter to reshape them while they’re still warm. They’ll look like perfect rounds, and you can nibble on the scraps.

Sauce too thin? Whisk in a cornstarch slurry (1 part cornstarch, 2 parts cold water) or mash some soft butter with flour and stir it in -- instant fix without lumps.

Forgot to defrost the meat? Use the cold-water method to defrost (in a sealed bag, submerged in cold water). Or lean into it -- slice thin pieces off the still-frozen meat and cook directly. Think stir fry or fajitas!

Food too dry? Serve it with a sauce or gravy. Butter, broth or a quick bechamel can turn a dry dish into a rich delight.

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Fiber and Melanoma

Researchers conducted a randomized clinical trial to assess how varying fiber intake affected the gut microbiome and immune response among 128 patients with advanced melanoma receiving treatment with immune checkpoint inhibitors. They looked at fecal microbiota profiles, dietary habits and commercially available probiotic supplements.

Patients who had higher consumption of dietary fiber fared the best. And those who had both sufficient fiber intake and didn’t use probiotics fared even better.

The bottom line? Boost your intake of fruits, vegetables and whole grains for the healthiest diet. All that fiber really can make a difference.

Q and A

Q: What is Coenzyme Q10?

A: Coenzyme Q10 is a compound that plays a critical role in energy production within the cells of the body. It is synthesized in most tissues in humans and our bodies naturally produce it. Dietary sources include meat, fish, poultry, soybeans, nuts and whole grains. It functions as an antioxidant and may help with blood pressure and heart health. CoQ10 is a nonprescription dietary supplement. It is not a vitamin or mineral. It’s generally regarded as safe; however, it can produce side effects of nausea, diarrhea and loss of appetite in doses over 200 milligrams per day. Like any supplement, it can also interfere with other medications. It’s always best to check with your doctor before taking any supplement.

RECIPE

As the temperature drops, we tend to

think of comfort foods. Here’s a healthier version of lasagna that includes a few hidden vegetables, lower-sodium marinara sauce and part-skim cheeses. It’s from Eating Well magazine.

FUSS-FREE LASAGNA

Servings: 9

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided

1 pound cremini mushrooms, thinly sliced

1 clove garlic, minced

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon ground pepper

1 (11-ounce) package baby spinach

1 large egg, lightly beaten

1 (15-ounce) container part-skim ricotta cheese

1 1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella, divided

1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided

1 (25-ounce) jar low-sodium marinara sauce

6 sheets oven-ready lasagna noodles

1 medium zucchini, cut lengthwise into 1/4-inch planks

Chopped fresh basil and/or parsley for garnish

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Generously coat a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms, garlic, salt and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms are tender and starting to brown, 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl. Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in the pan and add half the spinach. Cook, stirring frequently, until wilted, about 3

Burnt the bottom of the pot? Don’t stir! Immediately transfer the top layer to another pot or pan, leaving the burnt part behind. Add a dash of smoked paprika and play it off as “smoky flavor.”

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minutes. Add the remaining spinach by the handful and cook until it’s all wilted, about 2 minutes more. Press the spinach to the side of the pan, squeezing out as much water as possible, and cook until the water is evaporated, 2 to 3 minutes more. Remove from heat. Mix egg, ricotta, 1 cup mozzarella and 1/2 cup Parmesan in a medium bowl. Combine the remaining 1/2 cup each mozzarella and Parmesan in a small bowl. Spread 1 cup of the ricotta mixture over the noodles and top with the mushrooms. Spread the spinach over the mushrooms and top with another 1 cup sauce. Layer on the remaining 3 noodles, followed by the remaining ricotta mixture. Layer zucchini on top, shingling if necessary, and spread the remaining sauce over the zucchini. Top with the reserved mozzarella mixture. Bake the lasagna until bubbly and the cheese is beginning to brown, about 45 minutes. Let cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with basil and/or parsley, if desired. Serves 9 (1 cup each).

Per serving: 362 calories; 20 grams protein; 36 grams carbohydrate; 16 grams fat (7grams saturated); 55 milligrams cholesterol; 7 grams total sugars (0 grams added); 3 grams fiber; 514 milligrams sodium.

Charlyn Fargo is a registered dietitian with SIU School of Medicine in Springfield, Illinois, and the current president of the Illinois Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

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BY DENNIS MAMMANA

Week of November 10-16, 2024

Thankfully this summer wasn’t unusually hot here in the Southern California deserts, but I’m still glad for cooling temperatures. One can only take so many consecutive 100+ degree days before longing for fireplace weather!

Now that it’s arrived, it’s time for us to turn our attention skyward since the seasons change there too. Evening stargazers can see the autumn sky overhead just after dark, but if you’re willing to wait until midnight you’ll see a preview of the magnificent winter stars.

Most obvious in this sky isn’t even a star; it’s the giant planet Jupiter, outshining everything there with its creamy white color. Jupiter will be reaching its opposition point in early December, when it’ll lie closest to us and brightest in our sky.

The most prominent star grouping in that part of the sky is Orion. Sure, this constellation represents a great hunter, but you’ll have a much easier time tracing its seven brightest stars into an hourglass or bowtie. Brightest among its stars are bluish-white Rigel and orange Betelgeuse.

At the constellation’s center lie three equally bright stars in a nearly straight line; these represent the midsection of

STARGAZERS

Winter Sky Sneak Preview

the celestial hunter and form Orion’s “belt.” These stars are quite useful to help us find our way around the winter sky. If you follow them upward, they’ll point roughly to another orange star known as Aldebaran. This star marks the eye of Taurus, the bull, said to be staring angrily down at Orion.

Surrounding Aldebaran is a V-shaped cluster of stars known as the Hyades. In the lore of the ancients -from Greece to China -- the Hyades has been associated with wet and stormy weather; even its name is said to come from an archaic Greek word meaning “to rain.”

If you follow Orion’s three belt stars in the opposite direction (toward the east) you’ll arrive at Sirius. This dazzling white star represents a diamond in the collar of Orion’s large hunting dog Canis Major and is the brightest star visible in the nighttime sky of Earth.

Sirius is also one of the nearest stars to us, a “mere” 51 trillion miles away. Even as close as this star is, its light still requires 8.6 years to cross that distance. In other words, the light of Sirius we see tonight began its journey in March 2016. Want to see Sirius as it appears right now? You’ll have to wait for these photons to arrive sometime during August 2032!

Another nearby star, Procyon, appears not far to the north of Sirius.

Procyon is the brightest star of Orion’s smaller hunting dog Canis Minor, and it lies “only” 11.5 light-years away.

Farther to the north we can find two similar stars known as Castor and Pollux; these represent the heads of the twin brothers of Gemini. Follow them eastward this week and you’ll encounter a significantly brighter and reddish light: Mars.

Of course, if you prefer to turn in earlier than midnight, you’ll still be able to enjoy this brilliant sky during early evening hours; you’ll just need to be patient for a few more months!

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BY TRACY BECKERMAN

“Hi! Would you like to try a delicious, gluten-free, dairy-free ravioli?” asked a woman standing behind a small table in the pasta section of the grocery store. The table was set with a dozen small cups that each contained one ravioli. She raised one of the cups and thrust it at me with a fork. The ravioli looked innocuous enough, and I had skipped lunch to go grocery shopping, so I was hungry. But I paused before accepting the offering. I had been on the receiving end of grocery store samples before, and they had typically never been a good experience.

“Sure,” I finally said, thinking it was just one ravioli; how bad could it be?

I took the cup and popped the ravioli in my mouth.

Two seconds into chewing I realized I had made a terrible mistake. The ravioli

tasted like a soggy sock. Not that I ever eaten a sock before but it’s what I imagined a sock would taste like. My dog, of course, loves socks, which often made me wonder, when I found him glomming on one that he stole from the laundry basket, if I was, in fact, missing out on something by not eating a sock. But since the dog also eats rocks and slugs, I don’t think he’s a very good barometer of things that taste good.

I looked around to see if there was a way I could extricate the ravioli from my mouth without calling attention to it and insulting the ravioli lady. There were napkins on the table. Next to the table, there was a small garbage can with the remains of the ravioli cups and some wadded-up napkins. I wondered how many of those wadded-up napkins contained the remains of other people’s ravioli who had come before me and decided, like me, that the ravioli tasted

like a soggy sock and was not something they wanted to ingest.

The ravioli lady looked at me expectantly.

She held up another cup and smiled. “Would you like another?”

I couldn’t answer because the ravioli was still in my mouth, and I realized I was going to have to do something drastic.

I swallowed it.

I immediately realized I should have spit it into a napkin and thrown it out instead, but I was concerned about hurting the ravioli lady’s feelings. I’m not sure why I was so worried about that. I was pretty sure she didn’t make the ravioli herself or hold stock in the ravioli. I assumed it was just her job for the day to hand out samples of ravioli and entice people to buy the product. But then again, maybe she volunteered for the job because she liked to make

people happy with free food. If that were the case, however, maybe I should let her know that she might make people happier if she gave out samples of chocolate instead.

The lady held out another cup of ravioli for me, clearly mistaking my grimace for pleasure.

“Would you like one more?” she repeated. “We have plenty.”

I shook my head as politely as I could.

“Thank you, no,” I said as I began to move away from the table. “I’m full.”

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Adelphi University's Symphony Orchestra returns to the Adelphi Performing Arts Center (PAC) stage with an enchanting evening of classical and contemporary music on Friday, November 15.

Adelphi University ’ s Symphony Orchestra, led by newly appointed conductor Derek Weagle, is thrilled to announce its highly anticipated return to the Adelphi Performing Arts Center (PAC) stage with an enchanting evening of classical and contemporary music. On Friday, November 15, orchestral music enthusiasts are invited to join the orchestra for a captivating performance that promises to leave a lasting impression.

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Unsafe turn

A motorist on Stewart Avenue was charged with driving with a suspended registration and for making an unsafe turn on November 2.

Computer scam incident

A victim reported on November 3 that after calling a support number found online, she allowed the caller access to her computer. It was later determined to be a scam when her computer became inaccessible.

Adelphi fire alarm

On November 3, GCFD and GCPD responded to Adelphi University after a fire alarm was triggered by a hair dryer.

Speeding on Clinton Road

A Clinton Road motorist was charged on November 3 with unlicensed operation and excessive speed.

Blown water heater

On November 3, officers assisted firefighters responding to a residential fire alarm. A blown water heater was found, and the area was rendered safe.

Failure to yield

A motorist on Clinton Road was charged with unlicensed operation, speeding, and failure to yield to an emergency vehicle on November 3.

Improper turn

On November 3, a motorist on Stewart Avenue was charged with driving with a suspended registration and making an improper turn.

Attempted burglary

From page 22

deliveries for times when you can be home to receive them. This limits the opportunity for thieves.

2. **Use Secure Locations**: Consider having packages delivered to secure locations such as your workplace or a trusted neighbor’s house.

3. **Surveillance**: Security cameras or smart doorbells can deter thieves and provide evidence if a theft occurs.

4. **Request Signature Confirmation**: Opt for delivery services that require a signature upon receipt, ensuring that packages are handed directly to you.

5. **Consider Package Lockers**: Many carriers now offer package lockers or pickup points. This option can significantly reduce the risk of theft.

6. **Stay Alert**: Be vigilant in your neighborhood. If you notice suspicious activity or individuals loitering around

THE OFFICE CAT

Officers responded to a residence on New Hyde Park Road on November 4 for an alarm. They discovered signs of an attempted burglary, with two rear windows damaged. Evidence was collected at the scene, but no apparent entry was made.

Bomb threat investigation

On November 4, officers investigated a possible bomb threat at the Garden City Jewish Center. After investigation, it was determined to be a swatting incident.

Smoke at Stratford

The GCFD and GCPD responded to the Stratford School on November 4 due to a boiler malfunction that caused a smoke condition. The incident occurred before school opened, and incoming students were bused to the high school until Stratford School was cleared.

Overweight truck violations

On November 4, two truck drivers on Clinton Road were charged with multiple overweight violations.

Grease fire in residence

Officers assisted firefighters on November 4 who responded to a residence and extinguished a grease fire inside an oven.

Failure to yield

A Stewart Avenue motorist was charged with driving with a suspended license and failing to yield to an emergency vehicle on November 4.

Hit and run on Clinton Road

A grey Toyota reportedly left the scene on November 4 after striking another vehicle on Clinton Road.

Low batteries

The GCFD and GCPD responded to a residence on November 4 for a fire alarm, determining the cause to be low batteries.

Identity theft incident

On November 4, a victim reported that her identity had been stolen and used to open multiple unauthorized bank accounts.

Hit and run on Cathedral

On November 4, a red Saturn reportedly left the scene after striking another vehicle on Cathedral Avenue.

Transformer fire

Officers assisted firefighters with a transformer fire on Princeton Street on November 4.

Drug Take Back Program

On November 4, 40 pounds of medications and drugs were collected through the Department’s Drug Take Back Program and disposed of through official channels.

Stolen vehicle arrest

On November 5, a vehicle was stopped for excessive speed southbound on Clinton Road at Commercial Avenue. Police say the driver, a 29-year-old female, was operating a stolen vehicle from Suffolk County. She was charged with unauthorized use of a vehicle, a Nassau County larceny warrant, driving with 13 license suspensions, and excessive speed.

Polling location monitoring

Officers were assigned on November 5 to monitor village polling locations,

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delivery trucks, report it to the police.

“Our goal is to keep our community safe,” added Commissioner Jackson. “By taking these proactive measures, residents can significantly reduce their chances of becoming victims of package theft.”

The Garden City Police Department encourages everyone to share these tips with friends and family to promote safety and awareness. To report suspicious activity, please contact the Garden City Police Department by dialing 911 or call (516) 465-4100.

Veterans Day Observance

The Long Island Chapter of the 42nd Division Association will hold its annual Veterans Day observance and wreath placement at the 42nd Division Rainbow Monument on Saturday, November 9 beginning at 12 Noon. On Veterans Day, November 11, William Bradford Turner

and no major incidents were reported.

Faulty CO detector alarm

GCFD and GCPD responded to a residential carbon monoxide alarm on November 5, determining the cause to be a faulty detector.

Multiple traffic violations

Two motorists on Clinton Road were charged on November 5 with driving with suspended registrations and unsafe speed.

Graffiti investigation

Officers responded to a bank on November 5 to investigate graffiti found on the teller counter.

SUV hit and run

On November 5, a dark-colored SUV reportedly left the scene after an accident on 11th Street.

False alarm at restaurant

GCFD and GCPD responded to a restaurant on November 5 after a fire alarm was activated in error.

Overweight truck

On November 5, a truck driver on Clinton Road was charged with operating an overweight vehicle.

Police seek more crossing guards

The Garden City Police Department is currently seeking part-time crossing guards. Interested candidates can apply online at https://gardencitypolice.net/ school-crossing-guards or by visiting Police Headquarters at 349 Stewart Avenue, Garden City, NY.

American Legion Post 265 will conduct a ceremony commencing at 10:45 a.m. in the area surrounding the Veteran’s Memorial at the Garden City Library on Seventh Street. Prior to the ceremony, there will be a Meet the Veterans event in the Library at 9:30 a.m. The American Legion Auxiliary will distribute poppies in the area surrounding the Veteran’s Memorial on Seventh Street.

Happening in Garden City

Saturday, November 9th

12:00 p.m. Wreath placement at the 42nd Division Monument

Monday, November 11th

9:30 a.m. Meet the Veterans event at the Library

10:45 a.m. Veterans Day ceremony on 7th Street

1:30 p.m. Movie Matinée: Planes, Trains and Automobiles at the Library

Tuesday, November 12th

7:00 p.m. Yoga With Kimberly at the Library. Must register.

7:30 p.m. Men’s Basketball at Field House. Nominal fee.

Wednesday, November 3th

7:30 p.m. EAB Meeting at Village Hall and via Zoom

Thursday, November 14th

7:30 p.m. Adult Volleyball for residents at the Field House. Nominal fee.

7:00 p.m. Nassau County DPW will make a presentation on the proposed Merillon/Rockaway Avenues Project in the Village Hall Board Room and via Zoom

Friday, November 15th

10:00 a.m. Defensive Driving Course at the Library. Registration is required, in person at the Reference Desk.

Monday, November 18th

7:30 p.m. Library Board of Trustees Meting at the Library

Photos from the Village Archives

A selection from the extensive Village Archives. Others can be seen at www.NYHeritage.org - click on Organizations, G, and Garden City Public Library. Comments/questions: email Historian@gardencityny.net

Camp Mills Soldiers

A view facing northeast of the soldiers at Camp Mills marching on the St. James St. S plaza on the south side of the tracks at Clinton Rd., 1918. The Clinton Rd. RR station, only about six years old at the time, is behind them.The Rainbow Division memorial obelisk would be erected in the triangular park off picture at right in 1941. A tower is visible in the background east of Clinton Rd. for viewing the encampment. Archives identifier: cm34

Traffic Comm approves traffic changes on 1st Street

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Kenneth Jackson presented a GCPD study on accidents at the intersection. Between 2016 and August 2024, there were 60 accidents. In the last few years, the numbers were 10 in 2022, eight in 2023 and five as of summer 2024.

“When we looked at these 60 accidents, 28 involved eastbound traffic (making left turns) and I looked into the main factor for accidents. Thirteen of the accidents involved a westbound vehicle making the left turn from First Street, going south. The higher percentage was eastbound vehicles making the left going north, and then those on the opposite side going south. The rest were all mixed,” Jackson said.

Comm. Jackson concluded that 47% of accidents were from vehicles making a left turn. A survey of total numbers of cars was also taken on September 6th and 9th. Commissioner Jackson said from 7 am to 7 pm on September 6th, the intersection saw 12,734 vehicles pass through with an hourly average of 1,061 vehicles – and their average speed recorded was 31.2 miles per hour. On September 9th in the same time frame, the GCPD recorded 12,654 vehicles crossing the intersection with the hourly average of 1,055 vehicles, and an average speed of 31.02 mph.

A new resident of First Street spoke during the meeting and told the Commission the eastbound and westbound traffic near his home is “far too quick.” He says while he drives on the road frequently, many cars overtake him and are clearly going over 40 to 50 miles per hour while heading westbound.

Another note was the crosswalk near Community Park, but the resident said the traffic has not responded to slow down even with the lights flashing. He suggested the village add signage to slow down for pedestrians at the crosswalk location. He said traffic appears to be the worst during commute times as people drive by too fast there.

The Traffic Commission unanimously approved the initial proposal for extending the left turn lanes at the intersection. The topic then evolved to cover pedestrian and roadway safety.

One topic was adding a traffic light at a fork leading to Adelphi University and West Hempstead. Commissioner Jackson noted that Nassau County pre-

viously denied the request following an engineering study but expressed hopes of revisiting the issue.

Trustee Courtney suggested further internal discussion before requesting a traffic light again, acknowledging potential traffic backups but also considering additional signage near the crosswalk.

Resident Betsy Andromidas commented that pedestrian-activated flashing lights on Nassau Boulevard have improved safety, and Superintendent Borroni confirmed plans to install similar advanced flashing lights on Cherry Valley Avenue.

GCMS crosswalk safety

The Commission also reviewed potential safety upgrades at the Cherry Valley Avenue crosswalk near Garden City Middle School (GCMS). Options such as a traffic light, median island, or pedestrian bridge have been considered but require Nassau County approval.

Superintendent Borroni stated that while the village lacks authority to install medians on county roads, lighting improvements are feasible.

“We have engineers looking into lighting that surrounds the area. We are also going to look into installing the advanced flashing lights (meaning further away, for drivers approaching). Right now we have flashing ones at the crosswalk but not the advanced ones, so we’d like to install those. We are looking to make the area more bright and also provide advance warning for drivers about pedestrians crossing,” Borroni said.

Trustee Muldoon supported these improvements, noting “close calls” he witnessed near the school.

Commissioner Jackson added that several officers on crossing duty were struck by vehicles, and he advocated for a traffic light to enhance pedestrian safety, though it may affect traffic flow.

Other Traffic Commission Business

The Commission also discussed the intersection of Tanners Pond Road and Stratford Avenue but removed it from the agenda due to a lack of resident input.

A request for speed humps on Second Street between Franklin and Hilton Avenues was deferred to November 21 to allow time for staff to review a resident petition. Commissioner Jackson noted that data collection challenges delayed a final decision.

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Cooper Quinones

Walker Schrubbe

Christopher Saselu

Nico Saselu

Team 3

Bo Boesen

Matthew Connors

Patrick Davis

Ryan Schriefer

Vince LaDuca

Charlie Lentini

Nicholas Mackiewicz

Benjamin Porto

Luke Preusser

Alex Preusser

Nicholas Raine

Jude McCrossen

Team 4

Ryder Candan

Archer Cohen

Ronan Collins

Matthew Coratti

Quinn Delolio

Luca Giuzio

Brendan Healy

Matteo Leschinski

Demetrios Mattes

Pierce Ogullukian

Walker Schwalb

John Taylor

Ciaran Manley

PrinceDev Singh

Team 5

Ethan Cohen

Braedon Donnelly

Thomas Dzvonick

Alexander Gorynski

Klaeton Ho

James Immordino

Henry Sclama

Quinn Smith

Christian Trapani

Luke Volges

Joseph Varrone

Peter Collins

Sebastian Walsh

Team 6

John Bilello

Alessio Calma

Conor DeBusschere

Gianni Impennato

Michael McCarthy

Declan Montegari

Gianmarco Parente

William Pellish

Liam Reilly

Finn Reilly

Nolan Tkaczyk

Owen Galarza

Team 7

Tristan Bilello

Michael DePalma

Grady Fowler

Christian Fraser

Owen Hage

Charles Haunss

Charlie Kunz

Brady Madden

Benjamin Muney

Alex Nicdao

Matthew Nicholson

Aiden Williamson

Team 8

Luca Brooks

Wesley Chen

Stephan Davi

Ian Hu

Thomas Keele

Oliver Krumholz

Theodore Liu

Sebastian Messina

Zack Rao

John-Erik Strom

Tommy Vitez

Sahaan Iyer

Remy Trudeau

Boreas Zhong

St. Paul’s survey questions under development

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and then it became important to realize that because the property is designated parkland it would be helpful to understand what (Garden City’s) parks and recreational needs are. Our scope of work really then became focused on creating a Master Plan for the Recreation and Parks Department – looking at the facilities and programs, and what kinds of wants and needs the community has. On top of that became the St. Paul’s Use Plan which will hopefully be a compliment to the Recreation Master Plan. Because it is designated parkland, St. Paul’s can be an avenue to implement the goals and objectives of the Recreation Master Plan.”

Question questioned

Trustee Bruce Torino questioned why the survey asks residents what portions of the historic 1880s St. Paul’s main building they would most like to see preserved and which portions of St. Paul’s they have the most affinity for. Torino said this question leads to speculation, and it should be eliminated from the final survey.

“The value of questions means that the individual who is answering it understands it, and that we or whoever is asking the question puts themselves in the respondent’s position. There is no definition for ‘affinity’ which I have trouble with – and then you are asking for up to three options (of what to preserve). But where is the option to keep all of the building (including all of the interior)?” Torino asked. One of the BCI consultants responded that that is asked in another question.

Trustee Vinny Muldoon agreed, highlighting that few residents have seen St. Paul’s interior and can’t provide informed opinions. He said that is accurate information based on their visuals, and he has no problem with the survey seeking answers to “what people think of the exterior of St. Paul’s.”

“There’s just a very, very small percentage of residents that have been inside St. Paul’s and seen it multiple times. I am fortunate to be one of those people and as most folks know by now, I am experienced in the construction world so I understand some of the intri-

cate detail work in its interior, and in my view it’s spectacular – some of the panel work, the staircase and the chapel. I can tell you that honestly because I have been inside it and I appreciate that kind of architectural detail. The majority of residents, and especially those who moved into Garden City in the last 15 years, have NO IDEA about St. Paul’s interior unless they researched on the village website and reviewed videos or photos of what has gone on,” Muldoon said.

Trustee Judy Courtney echoed this concern, noting that most residents would respond only based on their limited knowledge, likely of the building’s exterior. She worried this could lead to inaccurate data.

“If 99.9% of residents have never been inside the St. Paul’s building and only a handful have, since I am thinking of people I know, it’s pretty clear everyone has heard of the clocktower and you can see it. No one has a clue about the great halls, and they hardly know what the chapel looks like. My point is that people might respond positively and report that they have the most affinity for only those things they have seen about St. Paul’s. That might be limited to the clocktower and the exterior walls, as they wouldn’t know if they have any affinity for the halls or the chapels. Winding up with bad data from the survey concerns me. I would not answer to something I don’t know and I might only choose what I’ve ever seen,” Courtney said.

Hypothetical questions?

Trustee Muldoon commented that it is a problem if the draft survey question asks residents to answer “hypotheticals” while attempting to glean accurate information from them.

Mayor Carter Flanagan referenced the Board’s action one year ago concerning the careful and expert removal of the elaborate stained glass windows inside historic St. Paul’s. Nearly a year ago, the trustees approved a $99,500 contract for to have stained glass windows removed, restored, and preserved by a preeminent expert in stained glass preservation. The windows are in a storage facility in Indiana.

“For some items of St. Paul’s, in regards to people not knowing about them, the Board voted for the funding of its safe removal and preservation and storage. I think people are familiar, if they have been watching at all, with the stained glass and it was seen as something that was important enough to the Board to preserve. I would not agree that people are not aware of what is inside St. Paul’s and there has been a lot of talk about the stained glass. If they don’t know or are not informed then that’s a shame because they can’t be attached to it. It is what it is and I do not think the survey question on it should be removed because people may not know well enough,” Mayor Carter Flanagan commented.

Trustee Ed Finneran said the building has been unused for 31 years and counting, and the only inkling of the history and grandeur of St. Paul’s for most residents is in the present as they pass by the building.

Trustee Jessica Tai agreed and said the second question becomes very difficult to answer for most residents who probably have not ever visited inside of St. Paul’s.

“The building has remained closed for decades and it’s never been opened so I don’t think we can blame residents for not really seeing the inside. The matter is that St. Paul’s has not been publicly accessible. Also asking about brick, great halls and woodwork of the historical structure keeps this to very, very general terms – what do each of the terms for this survey mean? How big are the portions they have to consider? I agree with my fellow trustees that most residents have not personally seen the details of St. Paul’s,” she said.

The mayor noted that the discussion with BCI about the survey and some of the points trustees raised about the interior of St. Paul’s might lead to discussions about “real historic preservation and restoration work” for the 1880s structure.

“I think if we are heading towards projects for real historic preservation and restoration we all know it is more expensive and we want to have support for that. I think we might regret having

dropped this question, because I think it could be helpful when we get to decisions on what the project is going to be – is it going to be sheetrock in there or are we trying to preserve the woodwork for instance, and do people care about the woodwork? Or the stained glass windows which will be expensive to restore and to put back into their original spots or someplace else. We need to hear if people care, and I think the survey is an opportunity as I don’t see us doing another survey of every single household. I would see eliminating that question (No. 2) as a missed opportunity as it will help us understand the community better,” she said.

Videos of interior?

Trustee Michele Harrington suggested a campaign to share videos and photos of St. Paul’s interior, allowing residents to make more informed survey responses.

“We would let people see what we have been so lucky enough to see on the inside, so they can judge it from the camera. We would do a three-week marketing program to put those images and films out through any and every available means,” Harrington commented.

Trustee Finneran said he likes her idea, but he asked his fellow trustees and BCI about the relevance of some of the survey questions about the inside of St. Paul’s. Trustee Muldoon punctuated the discussion with the analogy of renovating a home. He noted that the village’s priority for St. Paul’s should remain saving what’s “historical and worth saving, and that you can save.”

“There are some things that are well worth saving and can be saved, and they’re cost-effective to save in ANY restoration. Then, there’s other things that make no sense to save – old plaster, old water-damaged floors, etc. There are a lot of things in St. Paul’s that should be saved, whether it’s the beautiful panel work, the main staircase, the tile and other components for historical purposes – and it doesn’t matter what type of project you will do there. Some of it you can save and some of it you can’t, and it needs to be analyzed in a lot more detail and it’s the process we’ll go through,” he explained.

Ceremony honors veterans

on Novmber 11th commemorate the service of veterans of all wars, living and deceased,” says Commander Tauches Community leaders join in asking everyone to attend these ceremonies to honor our veterans, our heroes.  Veterans, children and adults are welcome to attend. In case of inclement weather both ceremonies will be held indoors. From page 1

Centennials Soccer Pre K Girls finish great season

The Pre K Girls Team

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GCHS swimmers qualify for county championships

The Garden City Varsity Swim team

Congratulations to the Garden City High School Girls Swim Team on qualifying for the County Championships!

The Garden City High School girls swim team has once again shown exceptional talent and dedication, with several swimmers qualifying to compete at the county championships this Friday. These athletes have worked tirelessly all season, and their hard work has truly paid off. Please join us in congratulating them and wishing them the best as they represent Garden City!

The following swimmers have qualified for the following events:

• Grace Daily: 200 individual medley, 500 freestyle, and 200 freestyle.

• Brooke Follette: 500 freestyle, 200 freestyle, and 200 individual medley.

• Madelyn Gebhard: 50 freestyle, 100 freestyle, 200 freestyle, 500 freestyle, and 100 butterfly.

• Charlotte Kohner: 50 freestyle, 100 freestyle, 200 freestyle, 500 freestyle, 100 backstroke, 100 butterfly, and 200 individual medley.

• Abigail Meyer: 100 breaststroke, 200 freestyle, 500 freestyle, 200 individual medley.

• Brigid Ryan: 100 freestyle, 200 freestyle, and 500 freestyle.

• Letao Tao: 100 breaststroke.

• Claire Wiechmann: 100 backstroke, 500 freestyle, and 200 individual medley.

• Kate Connor: backstroke

These athletes have demonstrated outstanding versatility and dedication across multiple events, and we are proud of all they have achieved. Good luck to the entire team at the championships — Garden City is cheering for you!

Runner in Red: Resiliency through sports

Moms and daughters from National Charity League joined with the Runner in Red Foundation and Family and Children’s Association to introduce a new resiliency workshop for teens, the “Runner in Red 5K Map for Health and Resiliency,” hosted by the Garden City Library October 29. Full details at RunnerinRed.com.

Fifty mothers and daughters from the Garden City chapter of National Charity League joined with the Runner in Red Foundation, Family and Children’s Association and author, Tom Murphy, October 29 at the Garden City Library to kick off an innovative Runner in Red workshop series designed to support teen resiliency.

The program teaches teens how to tap their strengths from sports to meet the challenges of modern adolescence and set themselves on a pathway to health and success in life.

share in the discussions how they came to develop those strengths through their individual participation in sports.

Research shows that teens who are physically active, either by playing sports or by engaging in any physical activity - such as dance, gymnastics, etc. – develop strong mental health habits.

The teens said they had fun in the workshop, as reflected in the response from one teen who wrote on her post survey, “The workshop made me feel validated since I saw others have the same feelings as I do.”

The Runner in Red Foundation has been sponsored by Hilton Capital Management of Garden City and Katten for a 5K race each March which will occur again March 15 at Eisenhower Park. The “5K Map” program is a new initiative from the foundation to support teen mental health at a time when teens face increased stresses from technology and other pressures.

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Murphy is the author of the Boston Marathon novel, “Runner in Red,” a story that explores the history of women runners who broke the gender barrier at Boston and paved the way for women to participate in all sports today. The stories serve as a lead in to a five-step process called “Runner in Red 5K Map” that guides teens to create a “map” for personal health and resiliency. In the workshop, participants learn how to identify strengths, including values and skills, from sports, then in small group discussions explore how they can apply those strengths as “tools” to perform at the peaks in school, sports – and life.

Moms provided feedback as the workshop showed the teens how to match values and skills listed in the workbook to their own experiences and

The Runner in Red Foundation is pleased to be partnering with Family and Children’s Association and National Charity League – with input from Northwell Cancer Institute – as the Garden City-based charity works to enlist sponsors to expand the Runner in Red workshop series broadly on Long Island in 2025.

See full details at RunnerinRed.com.

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Adult Evening Programs at the Field House

The Recreation Adult Programs in the Field House begin on Wednesday, October 16 according to the following schedule:

Mondays - Mens’ Basketbal l 7:30–10 p.m.

Wednesdays - Mens’ Basketball -   7:30–10 p.m.

Thursdays - Adult Volleyball  - 7:30 –10 p.m.

These programs are open to residents of the Inc. Village of Garden City who have graduated high school OR adults who can show proof of graduating Garden City high school (diploma, student ID card). A picture ID is required to sign in to any program.  For further information, please contact the Recreation Office at 465-4075.

A fee schedule will be place for any resident adult interested in participating in Adult Activities in St. Paul’s Fieldhouse.  The fee schedule is as follows:

10 Play Pass – good for any Fieldhouse sport for 10 visits, $50 5 Play Pass – good for any Fieldhouse sport for 5 visits,  $ 25

A participant may also “pay as you go” but payment will only be accepted by check or credit card only, NO CASH ACCEPTED. “Pay as you go” prices will be $6.  Passes may be purchased at the fieldhouse when arriving for your sport.

Please note - A resident participant may bring in 1 non- resident guest. This rule will be strictly enforced.  These guest must arrive and leave with the resident.  There are no passes for non- residents.  The daily fee for the non-resident guest is $8.

To purchase one of the passes, please fill out the attached application and mail to or visit the Recreation Office at 108 Rockaway Ave. You will also be able to purchase a pass from our St. Paul’s staff.  All payments must be made by either a check made payable to the “Inc. Village of Garden City” or credit card only, no cash will be accepted.

St. Paul’s Fieldhouse Adult Pickleball Program

Pickleball began again in St. Paul’s

Fieldhouse on Tuesday, September 17.  This program is open to Garden City residents only, Tuesdays through Fridays, 9:30 to noon.

Each session will consist of open play with everyone attending round robining in to play.  If you attend the first session you must pay again to stay for the second session.  There will be no reserving of courts for individual play.  A monitor will be available for any person wishing to learn the game.  The fee schedule to attend is as follows:

10 Play Pass – good for any Fieldhouse sport for 10 visits, $50

5 Play Pass – good for any Fieldhouse sport for 5 visits,  $ 25

A participant may also “pay as you go”. “Pay as you go” prices will be $6.

To purchase one of the passes, please visit the Recreation Office at 108 Rockaway Ave. You will also be able to purchase a pass from our St. Paul’s staff at the time of attendance.  Check or credit card payment is preferred.

Fall Programs with Pioneer Sports!

Join Pioneer Sports for fun filled multi-sport camps at the Community Park Turf on Tuesday, November 5, and Monday, November 11! Programs will run from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. and are open to children grades K–5th. The cost will be $60 per child per day, you do not need to register for all 3 dates to attend the camp.

Fall Dek Hockey Clinic: Fridays, October 11 to November 15, 6 p.m.–7 p.m. This program is a learn and play clinic for grades K–5 at The Community Park Hockey Rink. Cost of the program is $149 per child. *Please bring your own stick!*

Volleyball Clinic: Fridays, October 11 to November 15, 6:30–7:30 p.m. This program is a learn and play clinic for grades 3–5 at The St. Paul’s Fieldhouse. Cost of the program is $149 per child.

To register please visit https://pioneersports.leagueapps.com/events/

Indoor Track Hours at Cluett Hall

Mondays: 1 p.m.–8 p.m.

Tuesdays: 9 a.m.–12 p.m. and 5 p.m.–9 p.m.

Wednesdays: 9 a.m.–12 p.m.; 1 p.m.–4 p.m. and 5 p.m.-9 p.m.

Thursdays:  9 a.m.–12 p.m. and

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1 p.m.–8 p.m.

Fridays: 9 a.m.–12 p.m.; 2 p.m.–4 p.m. and 5 p.m.–8 p.m.

Saturdays: 1 p.m.–5 p.m.

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**Hours are subject to change*  Winter Job Opportunity

We are looking for anyone 16 years or older to hire for our programs.  We have an after-school program that would involve playing organized games with children, led by one of the Recreational Leaders.  The program runs December 3–February 13, on Tuesday, Wednesday, and/or Thursdays from 3:30–6 p.m., you can do one or all the days.  In the summer, we also have a summer program that runs at the 5 parks in The Village of Garden City.  We have arts and crafts and sports all day.  If either of those sound like something you may be interested, please contact sceballos@gardencityny.net, or come into the Cottages at 108 Rockaway Avenue for an interest form.

Chess Wizards for the Winter Season

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

Chess Wizards is a fun way to have kids experience the excitement of chess. Kids will play in mini tournaments, have interactive lessons with chess pros and play cool chess variants like bug house. It is proven that chess enhances cognitive development in children, improves both verbal and mathematical skills, and increases all levels of

academic performance! Playing chess stimulates the mind and helps children strengthen skills such as focusing, visualizing goals, abstract thinking, and forming concrete opinions.

Instructors (who are called "Wizards") provide all the materials necessary for your child to participate in the class and no additional purchase is required to attend. All students will receive a trophy, puzzle folder and wizard’s t-shirt. Come join the fun!!!

Classes will be on Tuesdays from 4-5 p.m. beginning 1/21 and ending 3/18. The cost of this 9-week session is $241. Classes will be held in St. Paul’s Cottages.

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

Multisport Winter Break Program at St. Paul's

Despite the beautiful weather we have had this fall, GC Recreation is starting to plan for the winter! Pioneer Sports will be running a multisport winter break program at St. Paul's Fieldhouse for those interested. To register, visit https://pioneersports.leagueapps.com/events/

*Please wear appropriate shoe wear to the program. *

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GCAA intramural

basketball registration

GCAA intramural basketball registration for the 2024–2025 season is now available at https://registration. teamsnap.com/form/11934.  This link is also available at www.gc-aa.com (click Basketball and find the registration link on the home page).  Please register early to lock in the rates of $115 for the K/1st grade clinics and $150 for intramural games (2nd–8th grades).  Late fees of $25 will apply after October 31.  There are also limited spots for each grade and with over 800 participants, we do expect to reach capacity.

The GCAA intramural basketball season starts on Saturday, November 30th and runs thru early March (12/7, 12/14, 1/4, 1/11, 1/25, 2/1, 2/8, and 3/1).  Playoffs for older grades will be played on March 8 and conclude with Championship Saturday on March 15.  GCAA rosters, schedules, standings, and clinics are easy to follow via the

GCAA Basketball website starting in late November.  Games will be played at St. Paul’s and our anticipated schedule for the 2024-2025 season is as follows:

• 8:00–9:00 a.m. (Kindergarten & 1st Grade Clinics, Boys and Girls)

• 9:00–10:00 a.m. (2nd Grade Boys)

• 10:00–11:00 a.m. (2nd/3rd Grade Girls)

• 11:00–12:00 p.m. (3rd Grade Boys)

• 12:00–1:15 p.m. (4th Grade Boys)

• 1:15–2:30 p.m. (5th Grade Boys)

• 2:30–3:45 p.m. (4th/5th/6th Grade Girls)

• 3:45–5:00 p.m. (6th Grade Boys)

• 7th/8th Grade Boys Games time varies (Saturday afternoons & Friday nights)

•  7th/8th Grade Girls Games time varies (Saturday afternoons & Friday nights)

Thunder 10s battle at Burns Park

The Thunder 10s (Team Reilly) completed their regular season last Sunday at the home of the undefeated and top-seeded, Massapequa Mustangs. Despite a brave and resilient effort, the Thunder fell to the two-time defending NCYFL age group champion, 21-7.

Massapequa got off to a strong start, taking the opening kickoff and driving the ball 55 yards for the game’s first score. Notwithstanding the touchdown, the “Thunder Dawgs” went toe-to-toe with the Mustangs, announcing their intent for the afternoon. The D-Line of Henry Crain, Conor Hegarty, Henry Faranda, Marc Sanzeri, Peter Rosenberg, Victor

Lopez, Charlie Galli, Connor Reilly, Ben Goettelmann and RJ Frankenstein, and LBs JoJo Ordas, Brooks Galli, Declan Quinn and Jesse Frosch punished the Mustang ballcarriers, making them work for every yard. DBs Charlie Fuschillo, Caeden Corbett, Gavin Alper and Cash Leake limited the big plays all afternoon.

Inspired by the “D”, the offense received the kickoff and went on a long, 11-play 60-yard scoring drive of their own.

The HOGS (Charlie Galli, Victor Lopez, Peter Rosenberg, Jason Zonneveldt, Connor Reilly, Marc Sanzeri and Jesse Frosch) fired off the ball, frustrating their larger opponents and opening holes for

RBs Caleb Howald, Brooks Galli and Caeden Corbett. QB Charlie Fuschillo was a cool and calm field general, running the offense like clockwork. The drive was culminated by a touchdown run from Caleb “the Rocket” Howald around the left end. Fuschillo followed a convoy of Thunder blockers at the goal line for the PAT and 7-7 tie. Massapequa demonstrated their championship pedigree by closing out the 2nd quarter with a short TD run and PAT for a hard fought 14-7 halftime lead.

The Thunder sideline was electric for the start of the 2nd half, and the offense fed off that energy taking the kickoff

and keeping possession for the entire 3rd quarter. With disciplined offensive line play and tough running, the Thunder “O” drove the ball deep into Massapequa territory. Unfortunately, the drive stalled at the Mustang 3-yard line, where the ball was turned over on downs. With momentum on their side, Massapequa went on a long, time-consuming drive of their own, scoring the game’s final points with 30 seconds to play.

As always, we would like to thank our Thunder Family for their support throughout the afternoon and regular season… next stop NCYFL playoffs.

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Victor Lopez & Galli bring the pain!

Caeden Corbett following his blocks!

Ryan Frankenstein gets ready to lower the boom!

Caleb Howald off to the races!

Girls Varsity Soccer earns Nassau County title

For the first time since 2016, the Garden City Girls Varsity Soccer team earned the title of Nassau County Champions! The stage was set on Friday night at Farmingdale State College and the Trojans had the rematch against South Side HS that they were hoping for all season long. The GG girls were ready to prove to everyone why they earned the title of conference champions, and they did just that! During the regular season, the Trojans beat the South Side Cyclones twice, 3-0 and 2-1. However, it is often said that beating a team for the third time is the hardest. After being down 1-0 at halftime, this victory definitely was not easy.

The Trojans did not allow South Side’s early goal to bring them down. They went into the second half fired up

and ready to take home the county title. Every single player who stepped onto the field, left it all on the field! Despite being down a goal, the GC girls continued to play their game, they played patient, they played with heart, and when they found an opportunity, they capitalized on it. With ten minutes into the second half senior captain Chloe Benik was able to find Meghan Lynch at the 18 yard line. The senior forward saw an opening in the defense, took a shot, and placed the ball in the bottom left corner of the net. Lynch’s goal gave the GC girls the momentum they needed. Shortly after the equalizer, Sienna Castellano’s hustle, found herself in the right place at the right time. Junior forward LeeLee Gaffney took a shot and sophomore Sienna Castellano was there

to tap in the deflection and give the Trojans the go-ahead goal.

The Trojans had twenty minutes left to protect their 2-1 lead and every player on the field battled to the end! Our defenders, Tori Ottomanelli, Deanna Prisco, Brianna Ciccone and Madsie Patrickakos had an incredible game and the Cyclones could not find a way to get by them. Our forwards, Meaghan Lynch, Ellie Andersen, LeeLee Gaffney, Sydney Rhein and Sienna Castellano were relentless with their pressure. Our midfield captains owned the middle of the field. Chloe Benik, Kathryn Monaco and Sophie Rhein did an exceptional job

at winning 50/50 balls, keeping possession and setting up plays for our offense. The Trojans dominated. Every player on the field battled until that final whistle blew and they were crowned the 2024 Class AA Nassau County Champions! Captains Sophie Rhein and Kathryn Monaco spoke about what this win meant to them. "Winning the county championship has truly been one of the happiest and proudest moments of my life. Our team has worked so hard to get to this place and it is shows how all our work is paying off. This plaque doesn’t just display our victory, but also the unity, dedication and commitment of

The Trojans celebrating their County Championship win once that final whistle blew.

The 2024 Class AA Nassau County Champions!

Photo by Ed Rotondo

The GC girls all smiles after being presented with the Championship plaque.

Photo by Ed Rotondo.

Head coach Scott McAuley and assistant coach Tori Flaherty with captains Kathryn Monaco, Chloe Benik and Sophie Rhein.

Photo by Ed Rotondo.

Girls Varsity Soccer earns Nassau County title

our team. It is an honor to be captain of such an amazing group of county champions," said Rhein. Kathryn Monaco added, “Winning the county championship meant so much to me. We’ve worked so hard for this and never gave up on our dream even though we hadn’t won a title in eight years. I’m so lucky to be able to play with a group of girls that are always so supportive of each other on and off the field.”

Our junior goalie Marissa Patrissi who has been a starter on the team since 8th grade, had six saves on the game. Patrissi spoke right after the game and

said, “Getting here and to win, and the fact that it came against South Side, to have redemption from last year was the best.” Senior captain Chloe Benik could not contain her emotions after the game and said, “It was all I ever wanted, it’s all that I worked so hard for. This is the best day of my life.”

The Trojans will play West Islip HS at 6:30 p.m. at Hofstra University on Tuesday Dec 5 for the Long Island Championship. Please follow @ gcgirlsvsoccer for the latest updates about this exciting season.

The Trojans celebrating their first County Championship since 2016.

Photo by Ed Rotondo.

The Trojans celebrating after Sienna Castellano scored the go-ahead goal. Meghan Lynch with the equalizer in the second half.

Photo by Ed Rotondo

Garden City Boys Varsity Soccer wins Long Island title

The Long Island Champs – GC Trojans

The Garden City boys’ varsity soccer team brought the Long Island title back to town with a 1-0 victory over Comsewogue on Tuesday night. The team has been using the same formula all season as they move their record to a perfect 20-0; stellar defense, timely scoring and significant advantage in time of possession. Coach Paul Cutter has instilled a team first attitude in this group and the team has taken hold of the approach to produce a well-balanced attack and a shut down defense, where each player knows their assignment and are always there to support each other.

This past week, the Trojans

not only took home the Long Island Championship, their first since 2017, but also captured the Nassau County Class AA Championship last Thursday by defeating Glen Cove. The County title was the first for the boys since 2021.

The Long Island Championship game was a battle against a tough Comsewogue team who had outstanding keeper play and a tight defense that wouldn’t allow the Trojans much space in the offensive end of the field.

But it was a familiar combination that put the Trojans on the scoreboard in the twelfth minute of the first half.

Senior captain Justin Woodbine controlled the ball in the midfield, looked

Captains Justin Woodbine and Connor Griffin present the LI plaque to the champs!

The stellar shut down defense – Dylan Fisher, Charlie Koester, Ian Pupke, Thomas Fargione and Jacob Antilety.

The 2024 Nassau County Class AA Champions

Garden City Boys Varsity Soccer wins Long Island title

The Nassau County celebrate with their plaque.

up to see Myles Watson start a run between two defenders and delivered a perfect through ball. Watson took the ball in stride at the top of the box, went in alone on the keeper and deftly pushed the ball past the sliding keeper to open the scoring.

The rest of the match was a test of which team could put the important second goal of the game on the scoreboard. However, the Comsewogue keeper kept GC off the board as he shut down numerous attacks with his ten saves.

On the Garden City defensive end, the backs kept the Warriors from getting any clean looks at the goal in front of keeper Ian Pupke, who claimed his fifteenth clean sheet of the season. The solid backline of the Trojans has been excellent all season.  Thomas Fargione, Charlie Koester, Jacob Antilety and Dylan Fisher have made sure all season that Pupke has been well protected.

In the match against Glen Cove, Garden City used the same formula to deliver a victory in the County Championship with a 2-0 victory as the Trojans scored a goal in each half for the win.

It took a little longer than typical for the Trojans to get on the scoreboard as Glen Cove were playing with ten men

behind the ball at times to defend the attack. In the last two minutes of the half the break came as GC was awarded a free kick from about thirty yards out and Luca Profeta made them pay for it.

Profeta launched a shot into the corner of the goal to set off the celebration and put the Trojans up 1-0 as the half was coming to an end.

After a few scares with Glen Cove pushing their attack, GC came up with the insurance goal of the match with a little over eighteen minutes remaining.  This time it was Profeta putting a corner kick into the box and senior captain Connor Griffin running on to it and heading the ball past a prone keeper and the 2-0 lead.

Garden City controlled the play the rest of the way and brought a County Championship to the school with the victory.

The Trojans are going to Westchester for a Southeast Regional semifinal at 1 p.m. Saturday at Byram Hills High in Armonk against Section I champ Tappan Zee. If they continue their amazing season they will move on to the AA state final four in Middletown on Nov. 16.

Photos by Ed Rotondo

Myles Watson scores the game winner for the LI Champs.

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