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At its work session last week, the Garden City Board of Education analyzed recent updates made to its integrated co-teach (ICT) programs at the Stewart and Stratford elementary schools. An Integrated Co-Teaching (ICT) class has students with and without Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) learning together. Janine Villez, director of pupil personnel services, and Desiree Clemente, assistant director of pupil personnel services, detailed what the classrooms look like, what the student profiles look like within the context of those classrooms and how many students fall within the programmatic setting. Right now, there are 1,273 total students enrolled in the two elementary schools. Among those students are 59 with disabilities who are eligible for placement in an ICT classroom. No more than 40% of the students in these classes can have IEPs. Twenty-one of those students also attend resource room sessions for 40 minutes a day to enhance their reading skills. Another 43 students receive speech services, and 33 others receive occupational therapy. Some students also receive counseling, vision, hearing, and other services in smaller numbers. At Stratford, there is one ICT section per grade level. The same goes for Stewart, except the 4th grade has a second section. There are a total of

At its November 2 meeting the Village Board of Trustees approved a resolution to write off a billed amount of $13,373 for the Garden City Public Library’s water usage and waive the penalties for the fees, due to a leak found in the building’s cooling system back in May. Village Administrator Ralph Suozzi explained that GCPL has an annual budget of approximately $6,000 for the building’s water usage, but the bill for this year came to more than double that. “The reason for it is the HVAC system, which we’re replacing, has too many components besides the thermostat including an air handler inside and a cooling tower outside. There was leaking from the old cooling tower which is being replaced; water was pouring out from it.”

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Library infrastructure projects continue BY RIKKI MASSAND

During Village ceremonies marking Veterans Day, “Taps” was played by GCHS students Ellie Stier and Alessandro Ehrig. See pages 50-51.

Safety matters at the Garden City Public Library building on Seventh Street are literally “front and center.” But for the remainder of 2023 it seems the door might be closed on replacing the Library’s metal and glass doors, which some patrons find too heavy to open. A delay in addressing these doors has the Library Board of Trustees and GCPL administration concerned, and this week steps were taken to ensure the village’s attention to the issue. On November 13 Village Trustee Bruce Torino, the Board’s liaison to the Garden City Public Library, listened See page 26

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The Guide to Garden City

In this week’s issue we are pleased to present our annual Guide to Garden City, a compendium of useful information about living in Garden City. It is printed in a booklet size, with more durable paper and cover so that it can be kept for reference throughout the year. We hope you enjoy it. The Guide is a large project for us, and we hope that we have gotten everything in it right. However if we haven’t, or if there is information you would like to see in future issues, please drop us a line at editor@gcnews.com. We take all suggestions! As we do each year when we publish the Guide, we distribute this issue of the

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What’s the “silent majority’s” opinion?

To the Editor: On October 20th my column (The Kordes Korner) was about the demolition of the St. Mary’s School building in January 2002 along Cathedral Avenue. It also dealt with the ongoing St. Paul’s saga. At the end of the column I commented on the so called “opinion poll” set for the next day. I said most residents would not participate and that would result in an inaccurate “opinion.” That is exactly what happened. Garden City has over 23,000 residents and when you subtract children under 18 who could not participate you have well over 16,000 who could voice their “opinion.” Over 4,000 residents voiced their opinion on October 21st - 25%. So 75% of residents who could show up did not for this “non-binding poll.” Of the 25% who participated, roughly 15% wanted the building to remain. 15% is in no way a mandate to do anything. In other words, the “opinion poll” failed. Perhaps if each residence had been mailed a survey to fill out and mail back, the Mayor and Trustees would have gotten a more accurate feel on the subject of St. Paul’s. I’ve heard a lot of “spin” on this recently but I would remind everyone that this was not an election. What I mean by that is, in an election, if you get your people out, then you can win. There is no “win” here. This was presented as an opinion poll to help the Mayor and Trustees on this issue. 25% of the residents who could participate did - that’s not an accurate opinion (and I would say that no matter which way it went). So, why the apathy among residents? Well, if you could step out of the echo chamber of this newspaper and social media, you would find out that people are sick and tired of this 30 year-old subject. As a photographer and historian I speak to a lot of people in this village, especially the young families. Most don’t care about this and they feel it’s being driven mostly by an older population clinging to the past. These

families are here for the schools and the quality of life Garden City was known for over the years. St. Paul’s is a divisive distraction and I feel it has really hurt Garden City’s reputation in recent decades in many ways. Don’t be naive about that. I say to the Mayor and Trustees be very very careful before you take this Village down a path it may never come back from. John Ellis Kordes

Victory, but Casino war continues

To the Editor: It is far, far from a ‘done deal”. In fact the courts just made it a whole lot harder for Las Vegas Sands to win the war. We just need to keep up the opposition. We received very positive news last Thursday that a New York State Supreme Court judge found what we already knew to be true – that Nassau County illegally jammed the lease transfer through last spring with the intent to “avoid public scrutiny”. This is a huge victory for all opponents of a casino at the Nassau Hub. Nassau County immediately appealed the decision which is standard operating procedure in cases like this one, but it is unlikely their appeal will be successful. But rest assured, Las Vegas Sands’ quest to build the second largest casino in the country with a gambling floor larger than 7 football fields just got much harder. For months, the whisper rumor being spread by casino proponents was that the casino was a “done deal”. It was never a “done deal” as there are 12 well funded casino companies vying for just 3 casino licenses. They are all spreading money around with lobbyists, political contributions and community benefit payments. Check out this link to News12 videos on the many casino companies vying for the casino licenses including MGM, Resorts World, Bally’s and Steve Cohen - https://tinyurl.com/ yc6y4a4s Las Vegas Sands has TWO huge hurdles before it even gets considered for See page 46

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The Elves at The Historical Society have been busy for months - planning, creating and working with the most marvelous merchants, including Santa himself, to create an extraordinary Holiday shopping and entertainment experience! Friday, December 1st kicks off the Benefit Preview Cocktail Party - once again generously underwritten by Mary Jane and Tom Poole — offering early access to shop luxe, local artisans and brands while enjoying festive cocktails and lavish hors d’oeuvres. Tickets are $75 and can be easily purchased through

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Some tabletop trees which will be available at the Holiday Market. wreaths, charming wreaths for a child’s room, wreaths chic enough to take center stage in the most elegant rooms, or on the most imposing doors. There are wreaths small and wreaths large, each one from the hands of an exceptionally gifted artisan. Diane Geyer, who spent 35+ years as a Corporate Director in Finance, is the artist and designer she always wanted

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Pianist Chuk Fowler will be performing a concert with Higher Energy, a jazz orchestra. Chuk Fowler is the pianist and leader of Higher Energy, a jazz orchestra whose performances create a dynamic sound that combines standards with the musical influences of African, Native American, Latin, Caribbean, and Asian harmonies and rhythms. His music represents the core of swing jazz plus the musical expressions of indigenous peo-

ple throughout the world. The orchestra will be performing on Sunday, November 19, at 1:00 p.m. Tickets are $20. The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Central Nassau is located at 223 Stewart Ave., Garden City. Please call 516-248-8855 or email uuccn@aol.com for more information.

POAs announce Holiday Decorating Contest Show off your holiday spirit and join the Property Owners Associations’ (POAs) Holiday House Decorating Contest! House decorating is a tradition in the Village, and our contest is a great way to share your exterior decorations and holiday spirit with friends and neighbors. The “rules” are simple and it’s easy and free to participate. The contest will run from Sunday, December 3, through Sunday December 17. Only homes in Garden City may enter. Any Village resident may vote—one vote only! Voting will be conducted via an online app that

will include the addresses of all homes entered. This will be shared via POA sites and social media. Winners — the top three vote getters—will be announced on Sunday, December 17. Whether you’re a traditionalist or a Griswold—or something in between— this is a fun way to celebrate the joys of the season together. If you are interested in entering, please send an email to GCPOAEvents@gmail.com. The POAs will send you a quick form to complete and share some additional details. Deadline to enter is Friday, December 1, 2023.

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BY GARY SIMEONE A new psychiatric office called Evolve psychiatry, opened its doors to patients earlier this month. The longtime practice, headed by Dr. Priyadarshan Bajpayi, is located at 623 Stewart Avenue (suite 203) and serves clients of all ages. Ryan McDonald, office manager at the new office, said the facility will serve as a flagship location after expanding from their Massapequa office. “During the pandemic and post-pandemic, we saw the need for expansion as a result of our ever growing client-base,” said McDonald. “Our office specializes in treating a variety of mental health conditions and addiction issues to help the patient take back control of their life.” McDonald said that what makes Evolve stand out is that it breaks the mold on the traditional psychiatry office. “At Evolve we kind of break the mold on the traditional mental health structure, in that we’re not a small office practice and we take almost all insurance plans out there, which is helpful to a lot of our clients.” He added that most smaller psychiatric offices and solo practices were limited in types of insurances that they’re able to take. “Because we’re essentially a bigger operation and our costs our shared, unlike with smaller practices, we can divert the costs of most insurance plans

like Medicaid and managed care,” said McDonald. Evolve Psychiatry started in Massapequa in 2014 by Dr Bajpayi, a board certified psychiatrist, who is trained in psychotherapy and psychopharmacology. The office expanded to upstate satellite offices in Albany and Syosset, before the decision was made to expand to Garden City earlier this year. “We have many clients on the north shore and coming in from Queens and Brooklyn, so Garden City made sense as a central location. The Garden City office will be a full-service office with three full time clinicians on staff. The plan is to add two additional clinicians by the end of the year. McDonald said the bread and butter of Evolve Psychiatry is their medication management plan but there are an array of services offered. “We have a quick twenty four hour turnaround time, where clients fill out the paperwork with their insurance providers listed,” said McDonald. He said the office has other services offered including a number of social workers on staff for private talk therapy and a therapy called transcranial magnetic stimulation, which uses magnetic fields to stimulate nerve cells. “We have a vast array of services for patients dealing’s with issues such as anxiety and dementia and post—traumatic stress disorder.”

GCHS to present “Steel Magnolias” Garden City High School is pleased to announce its upcoming production of Robert Harling’s “Steel Magnolias.” Set in Truvy Jones’ beauty salon in smalltown Louisiana, the play centers on a group of women who laugh, cry, and bicker their way through life’s ups and downs, all while maintaining their perfectly coiffed hair. Abounding with wit and southern charm, this beloved tearjerker boasts a heartwarming message about the power of female friendships.

Performances will be held at Garden City High School on Thursday, Nov. 16, at 4 p.m., Friday, Nov. 17, at 7 p.m., and Saturday, Nov. 18, at 7 p.m. General admission tickets are $12, while student and senior citizen tickets are $10. Tickets can be purchased online at gchsny.booktix.net . Please print your ticket and bring it to the show. For more information or group sales, contact 516-478-2474.

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RECENT REAL ESTATE SALES IN GARDEN CITY

Date: 11/15/2023 Sold price: $3,599,000 6 beds, 5 full baths, 1 half bath Architectural Style: Colonial Annual taxes: Unknown (new construction) Lot size: .61 acre MLS number: 3367372 The Seller’s Team: Stephen and Laura Baymack, Compass Greater NY The Buyer’s Team: Linda O’Connor, Douglass Elliman RE

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

Mortgage Rates this week from www.nerdwallet.com

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

Interest Rate 7.286% 6.420% 7.371%

APR 7.367% 6.549% 8.051%

Long Island Sales Data From One Key MLS Month

Sept - 2023 Aug - 2023 July-2023 June-2023 May-2023 Apr -2023 Mar - 2023 Feb - 2023 Jan - 2023 Dec - 2022

Nassau County Median Sale Price Current Year Prior Year

$735,000 $727,500 $725,000 $690,000 $665,000 $655,000 $649,500 $640,000 $660,000 $650,000

$699,000 $700,000 $720,000 $717,000 $685,000 $668,500 $650,000 $650,000 $650,000 $645,000

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This gorgeous new center hall Colonial situated on a 100 x 265 foot lot in the Central Section of Garden City is perfectly designed for todays modern family lifestyle. This magnificent home features a welcoming foyer, a formal living room with a fireplace, an elegant dining room that is serviced by a butler pantry, a mudroom, an office or bedroom serviced by a full bathroom, a powder room and a spacious family room with a fireplace that is completely open to a gourmet kitchen with an island and eating area. The second floor primary bedroom suite boasts a luxurious bathroom and 2 walk-in closets, there are 4 additional nicely sized bedrooms that are serviced by 3 full bathrooms and there is a separate laundry room. The location, lot size and the superior build quality and design make this a unique opportunity to put your finishing touches on a truly exceptional home!

143 Kensington Road

111 Nassau Boulevard Date: 11/3/2023 Sold price: $1,200,000 6 bedrooms, 3 full baths, 1 half bath Architectural Style: Colonial Annual taxes: $22,594 Lot size: .34 acre MLS number: 3499602 The Seller’s Team: Jill Palmeri and Dana Eaton, Howard Hanna Coach The Buyer’s Team: Sharon Redmond and Monica Kiely, Howard Hanna Coach

Date: 11/14/2023 Sold price: $1,790,000 5 bedrooms, 3 full baths, 1 half bath Lot size:.14 Architectural style: Colonial Annual Taxes: $ 26,228 MLS number: 3503369 The Seller’s Team: Laura Carroll and Danielle Nero, Compass Greater NY The Buyer’s Team: Laura Carroll, Compass Greater NY Perfectly situated midblock center hall colonial in the heart of the desired Estates. Open concept living with full renovation from 2018. Gleaming hardwood floors, wood burning fireplace, center hall foyer, 8’ kitchen island with quartz countertops, Bertazonni Stove, wine fridge, and many more amenities. 4 generously sized bedrooms on the second level with Hall Full bath, and Primary Suite with walk-in closet and double vanity en-suite bathroom with oversized shower. Full third floor walk up attic perfect for storage. Fully finished basement with bonus bedroom perfect for guest or au-pair. Additional basement full bath and laundry room. Manicured landscape with paver stone patio, electric dog fence, electrical vehicle charger, and House Generator connection for emergency power.

Elegant 6 bedroom 3,5 bath in the heart of the Estates section. Large entry foyer opens into large sun filled living room, formal dining room with lots of natural light, Den with wood burning fireplace. Kitchen with walk in panty and mudroom, breakfast room and 1/2 bath complete the first floor. The second floor has a primary bedroom with fireplace, 3 additional large bedrooms and 2 full baths. Up to the third floor are 2 additional bedrooms, a full bath, office and lots of storage. Full unfinished basement with walk out entrance. 100 x 150 property with IGS , private yard and 2 car garage with walk up second floor. Dining room Chandelier is an exclusion.

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We Know and Love

Garden City

Garden City South | 336 Brompton Road | $899,999 3 BR, 3 BA | Web# 3487050

Under Contract | Garden City | $440,000 2 BR, 1 BA Co-Op | Web# 3508810

Brian Pryke: M 516.286.8536 Erin Fleischmann: M 516.864.1977

Erin Fleischmann: M 516.864.1977

Under Contract | Garden City | $359,000 1 BR, 1 BA Co-Op | Web# 3500092

Sold | Garden City | Sold Price: $1,925,000 4 BR, 3 BA, 1 Half BA | Web# 3481917

Sold | Garden City | Sold Price: $1,275,000 4 BR, 2 BA | Web# 3494202

Erin Fleischmann: M 516.864.1977

Katarzyna “Katrina” Kamer: M 917.548.7106 Catherine Gerspach: M 516.238.2771

Lara Munoz-Corredor: M 917.846.2808

Sold | Garden City | Sold Price: $925,000 3 BR, 2 BA | Web# 1421406

Sold | Garden City | Sold Price: $875,000 4BR, 3 BA | Web# 3489693

Rented | Garden City South | Rented Price: $4,000/month 3 BR, 2 BA | Web# 3497901

Laura Mulligan: M 516.729.6885

Katarzyna “Katrina” Kamer: M 917.548.7106 Catherine Gerspach: M 516.238.2771

Guy Seneque: M 516.341.2573

Open Houses Sat. 11/18 & Sun. 11/19 from 2 – 3:30pm Westbury | 531 Pacing Way | $959,000 2 BR, 2 BA, 1 Half BA Condo | Web# 3516497 Michelle McArdle: M 516.306.4134 Helen Montane-Achury: M 516.850.7076

Garden City Office | 130 7th Street | 516.307.9406

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110 WALT WHITMAN ROAD, HUNTINGTON STATION, NY 11746. 631.549.7401. © 2023 DOUGLAS ELLIMAN REAL ESTATE. ALL MATERIAL PRESENTED HEREIN IS INTENDED FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY. WHILE THIS INFORMATION IS BELIEVED TO BE CORRECT, IT IS REPRESENTED SUBJECT TO ERRORS, OMISSIONS, CHANGES OR WITHDRAWAL WITHOUT NOTICE. ALL PROPERTY INFORMATION, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO SQUARE FOOTAGE, ROOM COUNT, NUMBER OF BEDROOMS AND THE SCHOOL DISTRICT IN PROPERTY LISTINGS SHOULD BE VERIFIED BY YOUR OWN ATTORNEY, ARCHITECT OR ZONING EXPERT. EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY.

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Enjoy a good book amongst friends. The book club meets every 6 weeks to discuss the page-turner of choice. For upcoming book club events, please email WelcomingClubBookClub@ gmail.com.

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Calling All Paw-rents!

Is your four-legged friend in need of some exercise and socialization? Then bring your tail-wagging friend to the Pet-Parent Meet Up at the Mercer School of Theology Building at the Cathedral! This on-leash meet up will be held on December 2 at 10 a.m. It’s a great way to meet fellow dog parents and get to know some new fluffy friends!

Calling All Sponsors!

LOOK FOR YOUR APPLICATION IN THE MAIL TODAY! • Personal and professional service. • Regular updates on the status of your case. • No upfront fees. • No chance of increased taxes based on filing. • No home inspection required. CEO and Garden City Resident Richard Messina

Property Tax Guardian is a proud member of the Garden City Chamber of Commerce.

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The Welcoming Club of Garden City is actively seeking local businesses, merchants, and individuals to sponsor the 2023-2024 season. Sponsorships start at $550 for the year and are a great way to promote your business across the Welcoming Club of Garden City social media channels and at our exciting events planned throughout the year. Sponsorship donations are tax deductible and 100% of the sponsorship fee goes directly to this year’s chosen charity, P.E.A.C.E Afterschool Program. For more information, please email Philanthropic Chair Lindsay Weber at GCPhilanthropic@gmail.com.

Upcoming Events

November Book Club

The Book Club’s November selection is “The Marsh King’s Daughter” by Karen Dionne. The club will be meeting on Tuesday, November 21, at 7:30 p.m. If you would like to attend and engage in lively discussions about this book, please RSVP to welcomingclubbookclub@gmail.com for meeting location. We hope to see you there! Happy reading!

The Craft Club is a great way to meet with friends and get crafty. No experience necessary. We meet every few months to create a seasonal craft. If you are interested in joining, please email GCCraftClub@gmail.com.

Supper Club

Bring your significant others out for this one! This is a great way to make new friends as a couple. You will be paired up with 3-4 other couples to set up a rotation of dinner events. Host your new friends at home or head out to try local restaurants. Please email GCSupper@gmail.com for more information.

Bunco

This simple dice game is usually played in a group of 12. It is a great way to meet people and make new friends. The game is easy to learn and fun to play. If you are interested, please contact WelcomingClubBunco@gmail.com.

Toddler Activities

A great way for you and your little ones to make new friends. Activities include stroller walks each week around our beautiful village and a visit to the park. We also set up playgroups with kids of similar age. Please email welcomingclubtoddleractivities@gmail. com for more information. Come join the fun and make a difference! We invite you to join the club! For just $50 a year, you will have access to lots of great events and many fun members-only clubs and events. Complete the easy online membership form today at www.thegardencitywelcomingclub. org in the “Join” section of the website. While you are there, browse the site for lots of great information about the club.

Let your voice be heard!

Is there an issue in your community you want to discuss? Want to respond to something you saw in our paper? Then write a letter to our editor and bring it to everyone’s attention! Send your letter to editor@gcnews.com and we’ll publish it for you!

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Garden City real estate, reimagined.

Laura Baymack Lic. RE Salesperson Principal Agent M: 516.537.3050

Stephen Baymack Lic. Assoc. RE Broker Principal Agent M: 516.216.0244

Laura Carroll Lic. RE Salesperson Founding Agent M: 917.370.5354

Lauren Grima Lic. RE Salesperson Principal Agent M: 917.642.5036

Karen Guendjoian Lic. RE Salesperson Principal Agent M: 516.578.8395

Maureen Lagarde Lic. RE Salesperson Founding Agent M: 516.850.7812

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

Athena Menoudakos Lic. RE Salesperson Founding Agent M: 516.316.4955

Alexander G. Olivieri Lic. RE Salesperson Founding Agent M: 516.306.7738

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

Salvatore Sica Lic. Assoc. RE Broker Principal Agent M: 347.922.8947

Jennifer Sullivan Lic. RE Salesperson Founding Agent M: 516.361.7190

Kathy Thornton Lic. RE Salesperson Principal Agent M: 516.987.4886

Catherine Anatra Lic. RE Salesperson Athena Menoudakos Team M: 516.476.7825

Lauren Canner Lic. RE Salesperson The Laura Carroll Team M: 516.650.7474

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

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

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

Denice Giacometti Lic. RE Salesperson McCooey Olivieri Team M: 516.398.7468

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

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

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

Frank Morabito Lic. RE Salesperson The Pete Diaz Team M: 917.207.7782

Ryan Mullins Lic. RE Salesperson The Jen Sullivan Team M: 516.359.6.339

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

182 Seventh Street Garden City, NY 11530

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

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List this fall with the #1 brokerage in the United States.* Reach out to connect to a Garden City agent. CLOSED

172 Kildare Road, Garden City 4 BD | 2 BA | 1 BA | $2,499,000 Laura Carroll | M: 917.370.5354

UNDER CONTRACT

18 Nassau Boulevard, Garden City 6 BD | 3 BA | 1 HB | $1,799,000 Laura Carroll | M: 917.370.5354

UNDER CONTRACT

184 Brompton Road, Garden City 4 BD | 3 BA | 2 HB | $1,595,000 Jennifer Sullivan | M: 516.361.7190

UNDER CONTRACT

95 Amherst Street, Garden City 4 BD | 3 BA | $1,198,000 Stephen & Laura Baymack | M: 516.216.0244

44 Nassau Boulevard, Garden City 6 BD | 3 BA | 1 HB | $1,589,000 Stephen & Laura Baymack | M: 516.216.0244

113 Whitehall Boulevard, Garden City 4 BD | 3 BA | $1,849,000 Stephen & Laura Baymack | M: 516.216.0244

UNDER CONTRACT

105 Monroe Street, Garden City 4 BD | 3 BA | $1,650,000 Laura Carroll | M: 917.370.5354 Adrienne McDougal | M: 516.662.3872 UNDER CONTRACT

57 Roxbury Road, Garden City 4 BD | 2 BA | 1 BA | $1,429,000 Laura Carroll | M: 917.370.5354

UNDER CONTRACT

6 Russell Road, Garden City 3 BD | 1 BA | 2 HB | $1,098,000 Athena Menoudakos | M: 516.316.4955

111 Seventh Street, #204, Garden City 2 BD | 2 BA | $849,000 Stephen & Laura Baymack | M: 516.216.0244

All material presented herein is intended for informational purposes only. Information is compiled from sources deemed reliable but is subject to errors, omissions, changes in price, condition, sale, or withdrawal without notice. No statement is made as to the accuracy of any description. All measurements and square footages are approximate. This is not intended to solicit property already listed. Nothing herein shall be construed as legal, accounting or other professional advice outside the realm of real estate brokerage. *Source: 2022 Closed Sales Volume, U.S., RealTrends 500.

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Consistently Garden City’s top team. Reach out for a complimentary and conﬁdential home analysis of the local market.

Laura Carroll Licensed Real Estate Salesperson laura.carroll@compass.com M: 917.370.5354 | O: 516.408.2231

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Garden City PTA News Missed a Meeting? Get Caught Up

The GC PTA works hard to make meetings as accessible as possible to parents, with sessions happening during the day as well as at night; in-person, as well as online whenever possible. If you missed a meeting and want to get caught up, check out our website for meeting minutes and select recordings – gardencitypta.org/meeting-information. The Nov. 14 HS meeting had a wonderful presentation on Study Abroad trends from an expert at Adelphi; the Nov. 16 MS meeting featured a fantastic session with GCPD Youth Officer Det. Roumeliotis. Watch the entire meeting recordings online at our site!

Mark Your Calendars

Grab your calendar to mark down these important upcoming dates & deadlines from across the school district. You can keep an eye on the PTA website and the GCUFSD website “Events” page for even more detail on what’s happening across all seven schools. • November 22–24 –

Thanksgiving Break, School Closed • December 16 – Sportswear Pick-up at the GCMS

Your Membership Matters!

Please take a minute today to visit www.gardencitypta.org to rejoin for the new 2023–24 school year. While there, click the “Get Involved” tab to see the many volunteer opportunities with the PTA overall, and with your child’s specific schools. We can’t wait to work with you this year!

Let’s Connect @GardenCityPTA

Website: www.gardencitypta.org To Get Real Time Information Turn on Notifications Facebook: Facebook.com/ GardenCityPTA Instagram: Instagram.com/ GardenCityPTA Twitter: Twitter.com/ GardenCityPTA Join the conversation and invite your friends.

Are you a professional?

Laura Carroll is a licensed real estate salesperson afﬁliated with Compass. Compass is a licensed real estate broker and abides by Equal Housing Opportunity laws.

Our Professional Guide is sure to bring results. Call 516-294-8900 for rates and information.

Wishing You A Table Filled With Love And Laughter On Thanksgiving Day

SUZANNE WEIS

Licensed Real Estate Salesperson M 516.784.7020 | O 516.517.4751

SUZANNE WEIS IS A LICENSED REAL ESTATE SALESPERSON AFFILIATED WITH COMPASS, A LICENSED REAL ESTATE BROKER AND ABIDES BY EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY LAWS.

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111 Seventh Street, 204 Garden City 2 BD | 2 BA | $849,000

Stephen Baymack The Baymack Team Licensed Associate RE Broker stephen.baymack@compass.com M: 516.216.0244

Laura Baymack The Baymack Team Licensed RE Salesperson laura.baymack@compass.com M: 516.537.3050

Located in the heart of the village in a luxury doorman building, this second-floor unit with views of Seventh Street and the courtyard has been completely renovated throughout and boasts 9-foot ceilings with an open floor plan. Amenities include a washer and dryer in the unit, an elevator, community & fitness rooms, a secure storage unit and a designated garage parking space in the basement of the building. Come enjoy relaxed living in a private setting with all of the amenities Garden City has to offer. The Baymack Team is a team of real estate licensees affiliated with Compass. Compass is a licensed real estate broker and abides by Equal Housing Opportunity laws. All material presented herein is intended for informational purposes only. Information is compiled from sources deemed reliable but is subject to errors, omissions, changes in price, condition, sale, or withdrawal without notice. No statement is made as to the accuracy of any description. All measurements and square footages are approximate. This is not intended to solicit property already listed. Garden City Office. 516.408.2231

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From left: Althea Robinson, Speakers Bureau chair; Meg Norris, co-president, Mineola, Garden City Rotary Club and Kasum Sinah, superintendent of Garden City Public Schools.

Superintendent, GC Public Schools Reports

This past Tuesday, November 14, Dr. Kusum Sinha, superintendent of Garden City Public Schools, brought Mineola-Garden City Rotary members and guests up to date on the activities of Garden City schools while sharing plans for the future. Having served as schools Superintendent for the past 6 years, Dr. Sinha has been acknowledged and commended for her accomplishments. She said the focus of the curriculum is on ”basic needs.” She spoke of capital projects, K-12 … the 23 million bond program … architectural improvements … revamping of the libraries … additional air conditioning … additional parking for Stewart School … improvements in athletics … court yard revamping incorporating the sciences as the theme, along with many other advancements and upgrades – several inspired by ideas from students. “We listen to the students,” Dr. Sinha said. We have excellent communication with both the students and our wonderful and dedicated staff.” Evident was Dr. Sinha’s enthusiasm and passion for her position as Superintendent. “I love my job, and I love Garden City,” After fielding many questions, Dr. Sinha, is (also a fellow Rotarian representing the Garden City Public School District),

received an ovation from attendees for her comprehensive presentation.

Food and Winter Coat Drive

The Mineola-Garden City Rotary is looking forward to once again helping the Faith Mission Inc. Food pantry and clothing resource in Mineola with its Food and Winter Coat Drive this fall. The Garden City High School students, under the leadership of Mrs. Michele DeCollibus, are running a food drive, and Dr. Erin McKinstry, with her Fashion Club, will be collecting gently used coats, hats, scarves and gloves. The Garden City Middle School GSA Club under the leadership of Ms Alison Fasulo, Ms Kristen Jendras, and Ms Erica Messier, will also be collecting gently used coats, hats, scarves and gloves. The collections will begin this week and run until December 13, 2023. All items will help local families in dire need. If you have coats (especially children's) or non-perishable food items to donate, and do not have a student attending the Middle School or High School, please contact Rotarian Joanne Meyer-Jendras at JMeyerJ@gmail. com to make arrangements for pick up of your generously donated items. Mineola-Garden City Rotary will help to deliver to the Faith Mission facility before December 13.

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Please support the TURKEY TROT FOOD DRIVE and bring non-perishable food to the race to help feed the hungry!

THE GARDEN CITY TURKEY TROT RACE COMMITTEE PRESENTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF

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THANKSGIVING DAY NOVEMBER 23, 2023 5 MILE RUN - 10:00 A.M. 1.4 MILE FUN RUN - 9:15 A.M. GARDEN CITY, LONG ISLAND St. Paul’s Recreation Complex

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Women’s Health Care of Garden City committed to personalized care By John L. Gomes, MD ohn L. Gomes, MD, founded Women’s Health Care of Garden City in 1995. It has remained J 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.

This is one of the earliest known photos of the Salisbury Links Clubhouse in 1907 just after its completion. Note there is no landscaping around the building yet. The car in the foreground is a very early automobile with the Cathedral on the far right just to the northeast. The Salisbury Links was a public course that lasted until 1916 when it reorganized as a private club called the Cherry Valley Golf Club. The course was designed by Walter Travis, who also would design the Garden City Country Club course in 1916. In 1899, the Garden City Golf Club had organized just to the north with their course designed by Devereux Emmet. By the end of 1916, Garden City had three private renowned golf courses within a mile of each other and still does today over 100 years later. Interestingly, when Salisbury became the Cherry Valley Golf Club a new public course was laid out east of Garden City called Salisbury and later known as Salisbury Park and today Eisenhower Park. It is no accident that Stewart Avenue East extends from the Garden City Hotel straight to the park. This was so guests staying at the hotel could travel due east to play at the Salisbury public course. The initial course was laid out by Devereux Emmet in the late teens over 100 years ago. In Garden City, as one travels east on Stewart Avenue just before Clinton Road you will note the streets Devereux Place and Emmet Place in his honor.

Sanitation collections Thanksgiving week Call 516-222-8883 or visit online at DrGomes.com

There will be no garbage pickup on Thursday, November 23. The holiday week collection schedule will be as follows: Western half of the village (west of Rockaway Avenue): Garbage - Monday and Friday; Rubbish Wednesday, November 22.

Eastern half of the village (east of Rockaway Avenue): Garbage - Tuesday and Saturday; Rubbish Wednesday, November 22. Residents scheduled for recycling on Thursday, November 23, are asked to put their recyclables out on Thursday, November 30.

OPEN HOUSE Saturday, November 18th 11:30am-1pm

Welcome home to this meticulously maintained 4-bedroom 2-bath expanded cape. As you enter, you are greeted by the gleaming hardwood floors of the open and sun-filled living room, formal dining area, spacious den, and updated eat-in -kitchen with stainless steel appliances. A full bath and 2 bedrooms complete the first level. The second level boasts a primary bedroom with large closets and access to the bath. The second bedroom provides access to attic space and a large closet. The immaculate full unfinished basement includes a laundry and utility area and provides the opportunity for personalized space. The private, fenced-in yard and patio complete this charming home. Located steps from public transportation, parks, schools, major retail outlets, and highways. Other amenities include CAC, IGS, an attached 1-car garage, and gas heat.

Offered at $938,000

154 Garden Street

Linda Murray

Licensed Real Estate Salesperson Mobile: 516-458-9313 lindsmurray85@gmail.com

OPEN HOUSE Saturday, November 18th 1:30-3pm

Welcome to this spacious 4-bedroom 3-bath Cape complete with a front porch, finished basement, and fabulous backyard. A bright sunny formal living room with hardwood floors greets you as you enter and leads you to an open eat-in-kitchen and dining area, with a wood-burning fireplace and access to the deck. A brand-new full bath and 2 bedrooms complete the first level. On the second level, you will find two generoussized bedrooms with large walk-in closets and a brand-new full bath. The fully finished lower level has ample space for a recreation room, gym, or extra living space, complete with a full bathroom, laundry, and storage. Walking distance to Grove Park and Locust School and close to shopping, public transportation, and major highways. Other notable features include IGS, gas heat, a 1-car attached garage, new roof, and new siding.

Offered at $1,048,000

Tara Larsson Walsh, CBR Licensed Real Estate Salesperson Mobile: 516-734-1878 Tara@FourSeasonsRealtyTeam.com

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All Hallows Eve: Journey to the Cathedral Crypt

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The Chapel of the Resurrection, the Stewarts’ final resting place. BY AMANDA HENES On Sunday, October 29th, the Cathedral of the Incarnation hosted its annual All Hallows Eve: Journey to the Cathedral Crypt. The Community was invited to a spooky tour of the campus as they were told the origins of how the Cathedral was founded, and more than 200 guests attended. Starting in the main sanctuary, guests were told the story of A.T. Stewart’s life and passing, and of the dramatic theft of his body 2 ½ years later. Members of the youth

group guided guests to the old bishop’s residence for a spooky funeral, then the tour continued to see graverobbers steal a body. Finally, the tour brought the groups back to the undercroft of the Cathedral to the Chapel of the Resurrection and the crypt itself. For the first time an additional stop was added: a campfire to warm up, eat some smores, and shelter from the rain at the fire pit, a 2022 Eagle Scout project. While the Journey to the Crypt is organized overall by the Canon for Christian Formation and Education, The Rev. Canon

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Our Victorian Verger greets guests. Kate Salisbury, the Cathedral youth group are the ones who make the story come alive and they have a blast doing it. Before the event you could find them running around campus decorating and making sure everything is where it needs to be and during the event, they are the ones who guide groups along and narrate what is happening in each scene. This year youth from across the diocese joined in the fun. The rain did not dampen the spirits of the youth—even those whose scenes were outside, in fact it became a fun feature to play in between

groups and everyone went home with smiles on their faces. If you missed your chance to see the Cathedral in all its spooky grandeur, the Cathedral is open to the public Wednesday through Friday from 9–4. You could also join us for one of our services: Tuesday midweek mass at 12 p.m. followed at 12:30 with contemplative prayer, Wednesday at 12 p.m. for a healing service, Thursday at 12 p.m. or midweek mass, and Sunday for a traditional 8 a.m. service, 9:15 Cathedral for Kids service, or 11:15 Choral mass.

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Open door On November 8th Garden City Police responded to a residence for an alarm and checked the premises after finding an open door. All appeared to be in order. Unlicensed operation A Stewart Avenue motorist was charged with unlicensed operation and failure to yield to a pedestrian in a crosswalk on November 8th. False alarm Garden City Police and Firefighters responded to a fire alarm at a 7th Street building on November 8th. They determined the cause to be a faulty detector. Defective machinery The GCFD and GCPD responded to a fire call at Brompton Road on November 8th. Firefighters determined the cause to be defective lawn machinery, which was taken out of service. Excessive speed On November 8th a Clinton Road motorist was charged with driving with a suspended license and excessive speed. Light malfunction Officers responded to Clinton Road and Old Country Road on November 8th for a malfunctioning traffic light. Suspended license On November 9th Garden City Police arrested a Clinton Road motorist for driving with a license suspended for a prior DWI and excessive speed. Scam alert On November 9th a victim reported receiving an email from Microsoft advising that she was eligible for a refund. After receiving the refund, however, she was advised to wire

money back to cover an overpayment. The victim wired the money and later determined it was a scam. Stolen wallet A victim reported on November 9th that her wallet was apparently stolen in Elmont and later found unauthorized charges on her credit card account. Suspended license On November 9th Garden City Police charged a Clinton Road motorist for driving with a suspended license and excessive speed. Light malfunction Garden City Police were assigned to a traffic light malfunction at Hilton Avenue and 2nd Street. Fire alarm GCFD and GCPD responded to a bank on November 9th for a fire alarm. The occupants were evacuated. Upon investigation, it was determined construction workers activated the alarm. Excessive speed A South Avenue motorist was charged with excessive speed and passing a Stop sign on November 9th. Truck tickets Three Clinton Road truck drivers were charged with disregarding “No Commercial Vehicle 9 PM to 6 AM” signs on Nobember 9th. Medical alert Officers responded to a residence for a medical alert activation and determined it was set in error. Dog attack A homeowner was issued a tick-

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A motorcyclist was killed in a collision which took place on Franklin Avenue at 4:49 p.m. on Friday, November 10. According to Nassau County Police, a 32-year-old female was operating a 2013 Suzuki motorcycle on Franklin Avenue where she collided with a 2019 Ford Van being operated by a 69-year-old male. Garden City and Nassau County Police responded to the scene.

As a result of the collision, the motorcyclist suffered serious injuries and was transported to a local area hospital where she was pronounced dead by a hospital physician. The male operator remained at the scene and was not injured. His two passengers, a female, 57, and a female, 87, were both transported to a local area hospital for minor injuries. The investigation is ongoing.

et for an unregistered animal after his dog attacked and bit another dog on November 10th. Transformer fire Garden City Police, Firefighters and PSEG responded to multiple reports of an explosion on Stratford Avenue. Upon arrival, Firefighters located and extinguished a transformer fire. Burnt food On November 10th the GCFD and GCPD responded to Adelphi University for a fire alarm and determined the cause to be burnt food. Unlicensed operation A Clinton Road motorist was charged with unlicensed operation and excessive speed on November 10th. Permit missing A resident discovered her handicap parking permit was missing from her vehicle on Nobember 10th.

Fake plates A Clinton Road motorist was charged with driving with a suspended registration, improper plates, and headlamps not activated on Nobember 10th. Traffic detail Garden City Police were assigned to traffic and safety details for the Veteran’s Day ceremony held on 7th Street. Carbon monoxide alarms The GCFD and GCPD responded to two residences for CO alarm activations on November 11th. Firefighters checked and cleared both homes. Suspended registration A Clinton Road motorist was charged with driving with a suspended registration and excessive speed on November 11th. Vehicle damaged A vehicle parked on the Adelphi University Campus was reportedly damaged by unknown means on November 11th. System error On November 11th Garden City See page 47

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to the most pressing concern for GCPL’s facilities/physical plant. ‘Heaviness’ of the library’s front doors have caused people to struggle to open them. GCPL Director Marianne Malagon reported at the meeting: “I called Director of Public Works John Borroni to ask for them to have a service technician to come and address the immediate and pending concern about the doors feeling heavy and possibly causing additional resistance. That, apart from the doors’ replacement project, is being attended as a separate item that I followed up with John (Borroni) on,” she said. Library Board Chairman J. Randolph Colahan said he spoke with the security guard at the library’s entrance about ‘door issues’ he’s observed. “He tells us a lot of people complain about the heaviness of the doors but they aren’t putting (formal) complaints in, for administration’s review. Oftentimes he’s had to jump up to open the doors for people coming in. I’ve told him to ask people to put their complaints in so we (the Library Board) can see them,” Colahan said. He adds that GCPL administration and the Library Board hopes to hear from the village, owner and ‘landlord’ of the building, about replacing the library’s front doors as soon as possible. Director Malagon said that on Sunday, November 12, the automatic doors would not close from their ‘held open’ position at closing time (5 p.m.) and this was only resolved after a few minutes and attempts. “They wouldn’t close through the normal wait of 30 seconds once someone

passed through, and I forwarded the issue to the village administration. If we couldn’t close the doors it would have been a more significant issue – and I am pressing on the urgency and needs for immediate service on the current doors while we await the new doors (to be ordered, delivered and installed). This is very problematic and a door that won’t close at 5 p.m. is not only a security issue but our library employees will have to stay here until the door is resolved,” she explained. Trustee Torino suggested that the replacement with automatic doors would have to be part of 2024-25 village departmental budget proposals rather than an immediate fix. The Library Board found there to be an emergent need to remedy the doors since there is a potential for an injury to occur. Trustee Torino noted that this item will probably have to wait until budget season. “The proposal is no longer to fix those doors but actually to reconstruct the front entrance including the doors,” he said. Library Trustee Colleen Foley, a former village trustee, asked why this will have to wait until the budget development process of early 2024. She advised having the project done before winter snow arrives. Torino said there wasn’t a clear indication from any professionals about costs for reconfiguring the front of GCPL. Foley indicated that there was a recommendation by Village Engineering staff to reconfigure the library’s front entrance and the doors would likely have totals in the thousands. Torino commented briefly on the village’s official process including an RFP

(request for proposals) and bids for the entranceway work and its equipment. Torino added that this type of work would normally be in a capital budget for the fiscal year ahead. The Library Board’s discussion took place under two hours before the start of asbestos abatement work on the roof at the library, which commenced at 10 p.m. on November 13. Sounds of equipment and workers were evident during the meeting, and Director Malagon shared information that it would be an overnight project to not disrupt any of the library’s open hours during the day and evening. Village Engineer Craig Bandini was also on-site for the night work on November 13. Noting the current asbestos abatement project at GCPL, Torino advised the Library board: “The other thing would be that we couldn’t get to that work (on the entrance and doors) until the scaffolding is taken off (no longer needed).” Director Malagon said the original date proposed for asbestos abatement completion was for December but there has been a slight delay due to rainy weather last month. “The roof project is active and we’re expecting a truck here handling the debris from the roof. They’ve said this will be about 15 nights of work but there might be more to finish once the abatement is done. Hopefully it lines up by late December – weather permitting!” Malagon said. To advise patrons of the asbestos abatement proper signage has been posted at the entrance and around the library, and there is a post on the home page of the GCPL website. In his routine monthly update on

behalf of the Village Board, Trustee Torino explained the progress on items relevent to the Library. “They are moving forward but it’s probably going to have to be addressed in our budget sessions (internally this winter and with presentations to the Board in March 2024). I have not seen plans on work for the exterior but Director Malagon should be receiving this ahead of me for her attention,” he said. Trustee Foley continued the discussion on the front doors being a high priority. “Knowing that these doors represent a significant safety issue which we all agree on, and the roofing will be done weeks from now, is it possible to get in touch with DPW Superintendent Borroni so the village can act? I think we should get an RFP and some plans going on it, so a decision can be discussed,” she asked. Another part of the process to reconfigure the entrance will be a building permit from the village, once plans are submitted by professionals. Chairman Colahan noted that last year the idea of a proposal for the front of GCPL came before the village administration but the action has not ensued. Trustee Foley said whoever in Village Engineering that presented their initiative on the entrance should get the RFP ready “so we can at least get an idea of cost” since there is no conversation without starting with costs in mind. The Library Board unanimously agreed to make this official proposal to Garden City administration, and the GCPL board hopes this effort moves along quickly.

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From page 1 nine sections between the two schools. By regulation, ICT classrooms can have up to 12-14 classified students per classroom, but the Garden City School District maintains a smaller range of between 3-8 special education students per classroom. The ICT model was originally 5 hours a day, but was modified this year to 4 hours and 20 minutes a day to enable ICT teachers to hold a 40 minute resource room session. Administrators explained that the elementary schedule has eight periods: reading, writing, math, science, social studies, special area and lunch with two designated small group instruction times built-in. During these small group instruction times, students are pulled out for any required services like resource room, vision, counseling, band lessons and the like. “Within those two periods, we make sure that all resource room period pullouts align during that time so there is a

special education co-teacher present for all core content areas,” said Clemente. “So, the special education teacher teaches a resource room period when it is a designated small group instruction time. It’s a fundamental practice of our buildings.” “Resource room is mandated for 40 minutes a day 5 days a week,” added Trustee Arthur Gnecco. “The citywide director recently shared a graph with us that was kind of scary. These kids were out of the room almost two and a half days over a five day week. But it’s mandated. One of the beauties we have here in Garden City is, not that we’re circumventing it, we can manipulate it better.” “It’s a fine line because those students legitimately need those services because it’s a language based learning disability, but, yes, it’s about how we can do it better and in a way where they can get the most out of the educational program while still getting the support they need,” said Villez. Another change is the newly estab-

lished Elementary Special Education Committee, which will assess and enhance programs to meet the needs of current students. Members include Villez, Clemente, administrators and a mix of general and special educators. Parents will soon be asked to join, but at its initial meeting all IEPs were reviewed and looked at closely to determine exact student needs. “When we made the determination to change the foundation of ICT to 4 hours and 20 minutes, please know that every decision we make, including this one, is developed based upon individual student needs and goals set in their individual IEPs. If a child needs more, we make sure they get it.” There will also be ongoing collaboration between PPS and building administrators with a focus on teacher needs, check-ins and classroom visits. Teacher surveys to assess how to best support them are also in motion, which has already led to professional development sessions on planning. Vice President of the Board, Tom

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Pinou, said, “Thank you for moving quickly to put some quick changes into effect. Adding parents into the committee is key.” Trustee Gnecco asked about, “I’m curious about the numbers. Are there any trends you’ve seen take shape in ICT over the last few years? Are there more or less students in the program?” The number of students with access to ICT classrooms has grown, but Garden City has prioritized keeping class sizes small. Superintendent of School Dr. Kusum Sinha added, “We want more kids in ICT rather than a special class because, well, kids learn a lot from each other.” One parent asked if there were any plans to reduce the timeframe down further from 4 hours and 20 minutes in the future. “I don’t see that lessening in the future,” answered Sinha. The next Board of Education meeting will take place on Monday, November 20, 2023 at the Garden City High School beginning at 8:15 p.m.

Library HVAC, water leak costs covered From page 1 he said. The Village of Garden City is the owner of the library building on Seventh Street and multiple costs associated with the library operations including water are related to village services. Suozzi commented that the Board knows library facility needs are the responsibility of the village, and “the library had no control over its rate of loss of water.” During the public comment portion of the meeting, resident Steve Ilardi commented on the situation. He worked at the Garden City Public Library from 1984 through 2020. He said there are many times that village residents have been sent the bill for leaks in their water system, and the library should be held accountable for not reporting the leak sooner. “They (GCPL) are responsible for it and as Mr. Suozzi noted the amount of the usual water bill and this running up over $13,000 – if the village is going to absorb anything why would it not be just the difference between their normal bill and this total?” he asked. Administrator Suozzi reported that this amount for GCPL’s water use represents the fourth (last) of four water charges for the year, so the other charges were already paid and the amount was in excess of their annual allocation of $6,000. “This was excessive and it wasn’t within their control. Unlike a homeown-

er who has control of the systems they are using to discharge water, internal in the house and external on the property, the library is a piece of infrastructure where GCPL staff would not touch it, and we know how a small leak creates a lot of costs for a water bill,” he explained. During the Library Board of Trustees’ meeting on Monday November 13, Library Director Marianne Malagon presented an update on what took place in the spring when the leak was discovered. “Back in May we had a significant leak in the cooling tower and the village was alerted as soon as it happened because water was coming into the building. We had two breaches of sprinklers as well, so our bills ran very high and while our first bill in June presented only a small incremental difference as I investigated, the second bill was excessive. The village has agreed to give us a credit for the excess charges – what was determined as excess was the threeyear average of prior water bills as well as the pending,” she explained.

HVAC work change order

Another resolution approved by the Village Board on November 2 accepted the funding of a change order for $48,000 submitted by contractor Intricate Tech Solutions of West Babylon for work related to the control system on the new HVAC system at the Garden City Public Library. Superintendent Borroni told the

board about the thermostat issue, resulting in a change in HVAC project scope to replace Library thermostats. The original design for the HVAC system work for the building included the replacement of the chiller outside GCPL as well as inside air handlers as Borroni commented “they were failing and had reached the end of their useful life.” “This change order (including new thermostats) is in response to recent complaints from the Library about certain spaces feeling cooler or warmer than other spaces throughout the building and thermostats not functioning at all. The existing thermostats are run off compressed air, and over time the little tubes carrying the air become brittle, cracked, fail or do not give the proper

ventilation control. The new thermostats will be controlled by wire which is much more reliable,” Borroni said. In front of the Village Board, Steve Ilardi shared his view on that item as well. “How could it not be known by staff there that there are issues with cooling in different areas of the building, and the thermostats needing attention? That was a problem for most of the years I worked there. It’s hard to imagine how with the HVAC project that wasn’t part of the scope and library staff didn’t bring this to attention with the project going on. People felt the freezing and overheating at all times of the year, and the thermostats were constantly being played with,” he said.

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Spanish storytimes to introduce language learning BY RIKKI MASSAND

The Garden City Public Library’s Board of Trustees has approved a new program, “Let’s Speak Spanish” – a Spanish-language storytime, to introduce the language to young learners under the age of 8. At the GCPL Board’s meeting on Monday night November 13 Library Director Marianne Malagon shared information on the genesis of the proposal. The initial three language-immersion storytime sessions for $160 apiece were approved by the GCPL Board. “A member of our community who has experience having taught Spanish to young people through her own private program, along with another colleague, came to the Library asking about books in Spanish for young readers. That turned into an educational idea for a storytime in Spanish, and they later submitted a proposal for holding a kids’ storytime. Books she had asked about were listed, and they are items many of us have seen before such as Goodnight Moon by Margaret Wise Brown and Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? by Eric Carle and Bill Martin Jr, only translated in Spanish. The books

were worthwhile anyway as a beginning reader’s introduction to the topic and the storytime sounds interesting as a language-immersion opportunity. We want to show we are open to adapting to new program ideas, and language fluency is important so this represents a good way of dipping our toes in the water,” she said. Malagon spoke with children’s librarians and said it is recommended to begin learning before the age of 10 for developing fluency in a foreign language, and a resource from Scientific American was noted. The director explained the plan for three sessions to begin and provide GCPL administration with a sense of the demand for this program. The program will be organized to present storytimes in Spanish for children around ages 4 and 5 up through 7 years old. Parents would be required to attend programs with their young children. In his monthly report to the GCPL Board, Assistant Library Director Ralph Guiteau provided numbers detailing the increase in attendance at library programs compared to pre-pandemic, 2019 totals, and in particular he noted the rise in attendance for children’s pro-

gramming. The Friends of GCPL was also credited for their support with the library’s programming. Library Trustee Lola Nouryan asked if other community members requested Spanish language storytimes or children’s programs before and Malagon said indeed that was the case. “People have asked us before for programs with language-learning but this presents a unique proposal. The other most recent inquiry was for learning Italian language but that was more for our Adult department. We are overall getting more interest in languages,” she noted. Library Trustee Colleen Foley, who was previously the president of the Garden City Public Schools’ board of education, reported on the school district’s language immersion program that was set up for children in second and third grade. Library Trustee Germaine Greco considered the experience involved as she asked if the books assigned to the program were translated into Spanish by a native speaker or someone who teaches Spanish professionally and learned the language through education. Malagon said there would need to be more reviews of that but for well-

known titles her assumption is that a publisher would hold rights to select services for translation, “they could hire or use their own people that’s dependable in this area.” She spent a few minutes explaining how people would recognize most of the titles presented for the Spanish story times as books they have read as a child. “These books would be checked out just by people coming in and recognizing their covers,” Malagon noted. Before Library Board Chairman J. Randolph Colahan polled the GCPL Board for their votes, he commented “this will expand library programs and it is a great idea to see how it goes. Maybe this can be expanded to include older kids and for other languages, so let’s try it and test the response.” The rest of the Library Board was in agreement that storytimes in Spanish offer “a great idea” for the community. They asked Director Malagon to monitor interest and response and present future updates on how the programs go.

LI Children’s Museum celebrates its 30th Birthday November is a busy month at Long Island Children’s Museum as it invites visitors for a 30th birthday celebration, presents ballet and theater premieres and brings back its seasonal “skating” rink. Indoor fun awaits! LICM celebrates its 30th birthday on Tuesday, November 21 by rolling back its admission prices to 1993 prices - $5/ person.

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Celebratory Crowns Tuesday through Friday from 2:30 to 4 p.m. LICM is turning 30 and we’re celebrating all month long by making fun and festive birthday crowns! All ages. Free with Museum admission. Let’s Skate New York is one of the best places to enjoy outdoor and pond skating. Come make your own winter wonderland scene complete with a moving skater. Ages: 3 and up. Free with Museum admission. Snowball Popper Come design your very own pom pom tossing snow friend to take home. Ages: 3 and up. Free with Museum admission. Cocoa in a Jar Saturday, November 18 from noon to 2 p.m. As the weather gets chillier, we can all use a nice warm sweet treat. Come

by and make some hot cocoa in a jar. Pick your own toppings and decorate your jar. Ages: 3 and up. Free with Museum admission. SPECIAL EVENT: Three Cheers for 30 Years! Saturday, November 19 from noon to 4 p.m. LICM is gearing up to hit another milestone birthday and we’re ready to party! Join in the fun as we create all the fixings for a great time. Make some quintessentially 90s sand art, create a party hat, send a wish with a bubble wand, decorate (and eat) a tasty mini cupcake and leave a special birthday message for your favorite Children’s Museum. All ages. Free with Museum admission. LICM Theater: Eglevsky Ballet performs Gwendolyn the Graceful Pig Friday, November 24 and Saturday, November 25 at 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Written by David Ira Rottenberg Illustrated by Lesley Anderson Adapted for the stage and performed by Eglevsky Ballet Gwendolyn and Omar have big dreams that seem impossible to reach. Gwendolyn loves ballet and would like to learn to dance, and Omar would like to play football, but he is too clumsy. And they are both pigs! Will the famous

ballet teacher, Natasha Levertov, be able to help make their wishes come true? This story of determination and perseverance, told through dance, will encourage every child to follow their dreams. Ages: 3 and up. Fee: $10 with Museum admission ($8 Members), $14 Theater only. STEM Explorers: Festive Fall Science Saturday November 25 from noon to 2 p.m. There are so many things for you and your STEM Explorers to look forward to during the fall season! Join the Green Teens in diving into some cool weather science as you celebrate the season. Ages: 3 and up. Free with Museum admission. Snowball Popper Sunday November 26 from 1 to 3 p.m. Come design your very own pom pom tossing snow friend to take home. Ages: 3 and up. Free with Museum admission. LICM Theater: “Frederick” Wednesday, November 29 and Thursday, November 30 at 10:15 a.m. and noon Based on the book by Leo Lionni Book by Suzanne Maynard Miller Music and Lyrics by Sarah Durkee and Paul Jacobs It’s a beautiful sunny summer day

in the meadow! Mouse friends Nellie, Sunny, Baby, Ernest, and Frederick are playing their musical instruments and having fun singing, until a leaf falls from the sky…autumn is here! Winter will be coming soon! All the mice get to work gathering supplies for winter, except…where is Frederick? He is gathering supplies, too, in his own unique way. With toe-tapping Americana music inspired by bluegrass, gospel, and folk, Frederick is an engaging, energetic story about the power of the arts, community, and that no mouse gets left behind. Ages: 3 and up. Fee: $10 with museum admission ($8 Members), $14 Theater only All activities will be held at the Long Island Children’s Museum, 11 Davis Avenue, Garden City, NY. For the safety of our visitors, Adults are not permitted in the Museum without children; Museum visitors under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Museum admission: $17 for adults and children over 1 year old, $16 for seniors, FREE to museum members and children under 1 year old. Additional fees for theater and special programs may apply. For additional information, contact 516-224-5800. Hours: (September-June) Tuesday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and most school holidays.

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“Those who carry God in their hearts bear heaven with them wherever they go.” ----Ignatius of Loyola Last weekend was two days of sunshine and mild temperature, with the whisp of fall silencing the clamor and the buzzing of activities in the early hours of Saturday in preparation for the Americana Fair. Smiling faces greeted one another as each area had last-minute touches for the folks who were anxiously waiting to get to their targeted rooms to purchase the bargains they had been waiting for. The Americana Fair was once again a massive success to the delights for all the hardworking members of Garden City Community Church (GCCC.) The security team opened the doors at 10:00 a.m. and closed at 3:00 p.m., and then it was over! It was not a sigh of relief but a breath of satisfaction for job well-done. Many contributed to making the Fair happen, whom GCCC thanked, but big kudos went to Cindy Campbell, the Fair chair. All were tired, however, the energy was still flowing as GCCC donated the final loads to Big Brothers/ Big Sisters. Some folks said they would not get up for Sunday morning service. Although, the same folks who said this were the first to arrive for the Sunday worship service. Was it because they didn’t want to miss the final service and sermon of Chris Dieguez? Chris was the youth coordinator and one of the licensed ministers of GCCC. Chris announced his plan to depart from the congregation on November 12th. Whatever the reasons, they came. It was a service to remember! Chris preached The Endless Beginning, inspired by the Hebrew Scriptures, Genesis 11:31 – 12:5, and from

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the Christian Scripture, The Gospel according to Luke 5:36-39. There was complete silence in the sanctuary while he was preaching. As Chris uttered his final Amen, the congregation applauded and shouted, “Woohoo!” Folks cried as the hymn, “Be Thou My Vision,” was sung. To view the complete worship service and hear Chris’ sermon, visit the GCCC website at www.theGCCC.org. At the fellowship hour, Chris, Sarina, and Stella were honored with an acknowledgment of the love of GCCC to them. Steve Short related his first encounter with Chris 10 years ago as a young new graduate from seminary seeking a spiritual home. Kirsten Bahlke, chair of the Council of Trustees, presented Chris a thank you balloon and two pink congratulatory balloons for the twin girls arriving in March. Tracey Lawson commented that Chris’ departure left a huge void in the lives of the youth and GCCC.

Nevertheless, GCCC will continue its ministry under the guidance of Rev. Arlen G. Vernava, the new Intentional Interim Pastor, who started his ministry on November 5th. Blessings in GCCC are not limited to one weekend; true to its purpose and vision, there is an abundance of blessings coming from the services of its members and friends as inspired by God. Our Purpose: Building a community where all are enriched through Christian Love, Service, and Spiritual Renewal. Our Vision: Faithfully Reaching Out, Inclusively Drawing In. Whoever you are, wherever you are on your life’s journey, you are welcome at GCCC. We have services, events, and programs for all ages. Our Sunday Worship Service is in-person and livestreamed.

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

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Book sale, bake sale support Library roof work begins Library programming The Garden City Public Library is undergoing a major roof replacement project, which also includes restoration of the masonry around the building. Removing the previous roof, which includes asbestos abatement, began this week. There are two large containers in the parking lot marked off with cones, west of the building, to col-

lect debris. The work is being done outside of the building and outside of time staff and patrons are on premise. This ongoing work will have no impact on Library hours and services. Signs are posted on Library entrances. Abatement is expected to take about 15 nights of work, over several weeks, allowing for weather conditions.

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Teen volunteers join Library Board Chair Randy Colahan, Library Director Marianne Malagon, an adult volunteer and a customer at the Teen Bake Sale table. The Friends of the Garden City Library semi-annual Book Sale was held this past weekend, November 4–5. The sale, which benefits Library programming, featured a large selection of books for all ages and interests. The sale encompassed more than 40 categories and genres of books. Media like CDs and DVDs were also for sale, as well as the popular tote bags. Silent auction baskets were auctioned off to also raise money for the Library. Teen volunteers also sold baked goods to raise funds to help support Children, Young Adult and Adult programs as well as the popular Museum

passes. The book sale was very successful, raising $5,065, which surpasses the spring book sale. The Library Board of Trustees, Administration and Staff greatly appreciate the hard work of the Friends to support the Library's programs and services. The mission of the Friends of the Garden City Public Library is to fund services and resources not provided by tax dollars and to promote the Library as a vital community education and information center. For more information about the Friends, visit www.gardencitypl.org/friends.

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The Library Board of Trustees wishes to thank the Village Board of Trustees, the Village Administration and Staff for the continued tremendous support in accomplishing these Library projects. The Library’s newly renovated Children’s Room reopened in May. Library users were welcomed in to check out books and play in our new toddler area, and residents explored the new seating, Story Room and STEAM workshop. During the past few months, punch list work continued through early October, as well as installing technology equipment, including new computers and two new Smartboards. Since opening, Children’s Librarians have been conducting programs in the new Story Room and the STEAM workshop. The Library is undergoing a major roof-replacement project, which also includes restoration of the masonry around the building. Removing the previous roof, which includes asbestos abatement, will be done outside of the building and outside of time staff and patrons are on premises. This work will have no impact on Library hours and services and is expected to take several weeks. Signs are posted on Library entrances. The Library is open during construction and the front book drop will remain accessible. Crews from the Recreation and Parks Department have worked at the Library to clean up the landscaping around the building and grounds. Crews removed shrubbery which was in failing health, cut back and pruned hedges, and removed nuisance growth. Topsoil was added to beds to level them out in anticipation of new plantings, which will be planted once the weather cools.

In addition to these projects, in the upcoming months, are the new HVAC and fire alarm systems. Also, officials from the Village are reviewing exterior lighting improvements and other possible security measures that will enhance the overall safety of Library patrons and staff. Programs for Children, Teens and Adults are going strong. October Children’s programs included Storytime, Lego Club, Time for Kids, and the Halloween parade. Teens wrote cards for Veterans for community service, created works of art on canvas or attended the ever-popular Locked in the Library program. Adults studied defensive driving, and learned how to download books with their library card on Libby or Hoopla. The Library also held Mom’s Yoga Night out sessions. November offerings will continue to be diverse and offer fun and education for all ages. The Monday afternoon Movie Matinees sponsored by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library have been very well received. The Library is showing a great mix of old and new films! Please check the website for movie titles. Museum Passes, sponsored by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library, are available to borrow with your library card. The passes can be reserved in advance, picked up at the library and can be borrowed for three days. Admission is free for two or four people depending on the museum. Participants include the L.I. Children’s Museum, Westbury Gardens, The U.S.S. Intrepid, MOMA, the Cradle of Aviation Museum or the Firefighter’s Museum. The next Library Board Meetings will be held on Monday evenings, December 11 and January 8. Residents are welcome to attend.

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Join us on Saturday, December 2, at 3 p.m. for Teen Crafternoon: Perler Bead Art! Make keychains, magnets, pins, ornaments, and more. This program is for tweens and teens in Grades 6-12. Registration is required and begins Tuesday, November 21, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Tween Thursdays: Winter Mason Jars

Join us for Tween Thursdays and get creative during our Winter Mason Jars program! Use Mod Podge and tissue paper to decorate a mason jar. This program is for tweens in Grades 4–7 and is a joint program with the Children’s and Young Adult Departments. The program will be held Thursday, December 14, at 4 p.m. Registration is required and begins Tuesday, December 5, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www. gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. It is Library policy that parents of children under 10 attending a program remain at the Library throughout and meet the child upon completion of the program. Tweens in Grades 6 and 7 who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Tree Ornaments for Community Service: Holiday Bauble Ornaments

Earn community service by painting ornaments for the Garden City Public Library’s Tweens and Teens Department’s Ornament Tree! Each volunteer will receive three ornaments and a set of paint pens to decorate their ornaments at home. Paint pens must be returned to the Library. These ornaments will be used to decorate our new ornament tree each month! For the month of November ornaments are holiday baubles, which will be used to decorate the Tweens and Teens Ornament Tree in December. Registration begins Tuesday, November 21, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. Completed ornaments must be returned by Thursday, November 30, to the Library. Registrants will be asked to pick up their ornaments at the Library in order to participate in this community service program. Volunteers must return three decorated ornaments and their set of paint pens in order to receive community service. Volunteers will receive two hours for every three ornaments they

submit, at the discretion of the Tweens and Teens Department. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.riends of the Garden City Public Library.

Tweens and Teens Dungeons and Dragons

Join us for Tweens and Teens Dungeons and Dragons and learn how to play the fantasy role-playing game Dungeons and Dragons by participating in one of our monthly Dungeons and Dragons Meet-Ups! Beginners are welcome! Each meet-up will feature a new self-contained, one-shot adventure and players will be assigned premade characters to play. Please register via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) to participate in this program. The November session will be held Thursday, November 30, at 4 p.m. Registration begins Tuesday, November 21 at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper. Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. Teens who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Kindness Cards for Community Service

Spread kindness in the community by participating in a special kindness card-making session on Wednesday, December 6, at 6 p.m.! Use art supplies to create cards featuring positive, uplifting messages, and then bring them home to hand out and help brighten someone's day! Participants will earn community service by participating in this program. This program is for tweens and teens in Grades 6–12. Registration begins Tuesday, November 28, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Tweens and Teens Yarn Group

Tweens and Teens in Grades 4-12 can learn how to knit or crochet during our Tweens and Teens Yarn Group that will be held on Thursday, December 7, at 4 p.m. Registration begins Tuesday, November 28, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. Participants will be able to take home knitting needles or crochet hooks to continue working on their projects, but must return the knitting needles or crochet hooks they are using by Friday, December 22. Tweens and teens in Grades 6–12 who know how to knit or crochet can volunteer at this program! Please contact Laura Giunta at laurag@gardencitypl. org if you are interested in volunteer-

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

tweens and teens in Grades 6–12, consider joining the Teen Advisory Board. Online applications are available at https://www.gardencitypl.org/teen-advisory-board-application/ Applicants should be in Grades 6–12.

Teen Paint Night

Kick off the weekend with our Teen Gamers program! We will have our Nintendo Switch consoles for teens to use as well as tabletop board games and Magic: The Gathering cards for teens to play with. This program is for tweens and teens in Grades 6–12 and will be held Friday, December 15, at 3:30 p.m. Registration begins Tuesday, December 5, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. Teens who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Join us on Wednesday, December 13m at 7 p.m. for Teen Paint Night. This program is for tweens and teens in Grades 6–12. Registration is required and begins Tuesday, December 5, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www. gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. Teens who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Holiday Teen Talent Night

Kick-off the holiday season and earn community service by performing in the Library's Holiday Teen Talent Night on Wednesday, November 29, at 7 p.m.! Registration to perform is required andbegan Tuesday, November 7, online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Performers should arrive at 6:30 p.m. The show will begin at 7 p.m. Performances do not have to be holiday-themed. If you're performing as a group, only one person from the group has to register. Each performance should be no longer than five minutes. Performers must be in Grades 6–12 only. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

VolunTeen Artists

Are you artistic? Then join us on Wednesday, December 20, at 6 p.m. for our VolunTeen Artists program and work on art projects for the Library! Participants will earn community service by participating in this program. This program is for tweens and teens in Grades 6–12. Registration begins Tuesday, December 12, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Teen Advisory Board Meeting

The next meeting of the Teen Advisory Board will be held on Tuesday, December 5, at 4 p.m. Registration begins Tuesday, November 28, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www. gardencitypl.org). The meeting is for tweens and teens in Grades 6–12. If you are interested in helping to come up with programming ideas, volunteer ideas, or social media outreach ideas for

Teen Gamers

Volunteers Needed: LEGO Club

Volunteer to help children Grades K-5 during the monthly Children's program LEGO Club! The December session will be held on Tuesday, December 12. The LEGO Club program runs from 4 p.m.–4:45 p.m. Volunteers are asked to arrive at 3:30 p.m. to help set-up before the start of the program and stay after to help clean up until 5:15 p.m. Volunteers must be in Grades 6-12 only. Registration to volunteer begins Tuesday, December 5, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Volunteers Needed: Reading Pals

Volunteer to read to and then do a craft with children ages PreK–Grade 2 during the program Reading Pals! The November session will be held on Tuesday, November 28. The Reading Pals program runs from 4 p.m.– 4:30 p.m..Volunteers are asked to arrive at 3:30 p.m. to review the material before the start of the program and stay until 5 p.m. to help clean up. Volunteers must be in Grades 6–12 only. Registration to volunteer begins Tuesday, November 21, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Tweens and Teens Holiday Recipe Cards for Community Service

Earn community service by participating in the Library’s Tweens & Teens Department Holiday Recipe Card

It’s What’s Happening for News from the Young Adults Through the Library Garden City Public Library

Community Service Project! Each volunteer can submit up to five recipe cards. Recipe cards and volunteer forms can be found at the Library. Volunteers’ recipe cards will be available for other patrons to browse in the Tweens and Teens Room throughout the fall and may also be shared on the Library’s social media pages and website. Volunteers must use the recipe cards provided by the Library to write their recipes on. Volunteers must have previously made the dish they are submitting a recipe for and must include a review of the recipe in the form of coloring in stars on the recipe card (a recipe can receive up to five stars). Recipes should be legible and written as neatly as possible. All volunteers should cite the source in which they found the recipe on their recipe card (a source can be a cookbook or website, but can also be a family member or neighbor). Volunteers must return a volunteer form with their recipe cards; volunteers do not have to submit all 5 recipe cards at once and should do an additional form for recipes they submit at a later date. Recipes will be accepted now through December 18, 2023. Please return completed rec-

ipe cards and the volunteer form to the Community Service Drop-Off Box on the metal cabinet in the Tweens & Teens Room. Volunteers will receive one hour for every recipe they submit, at the discretion of the Tweens & Teens Department.

dencitypl.org). This program has a hands-on workshop which will be rescheduled and a separate registration is required. Contact Adult Services - 516-742-8405 ext. 5236 speaking of books@gardencitypl.org This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

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

The Tweens and Teens Department is looking for tweens and teens in grades 6–12 to volunteer to provide feedback on recently published Young Adult books as part of our Tweens and Teens Best Books 2023 Committee! Eligible books are those published between October 1, 2022 and December 5, 2023, aimed at tweens and teens in Grades 6–12, and that the Library owns a physical copy in the Young Adult collection If interested, please sign up to join the committee by visiting Garden City Public Library’s website at https:// www.gardencitypl.org/tweens-teensbest-books-2023-committee/ or for more information, please contact the Young Adult Department at https://www.gardencitypl.org/young-adult-department/ contact-the-young-adult-tweens-teensdepartment/.

Teen Paint Night

Adult Craft - Quilted Ornaments

Tuesday, November 28, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the Small Meeting Room Linsay Gendy will lead participants in making Quilted Ornaments. Registration is required and began Tuesday, October 31, on Eventkeeper. Contact Adult Services - 516-742-8405 ext. 5236 or email: Speaking of books@ gardencitypl.org Funding is provided by The Friends of the Garden City Public Library

The film “Gigi” will be screened at the Garden City Public Library on November 20.

Monday Movies

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

November

11/20 - “Gigi” - 1959, 116 mins 11/27 - “Gunga Din” - 1939, 117 mins

November Programs

Your Home’s Electric - NEW DATE

Saturday, November 19, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the Small Meeting Room Brian Schnee of KL Home Inspection Services LLC will speak about your home’s electrical system. Learn how the electrical system in your house provides appropriate power to satisfy your electric needs safely. Topics to be discussed include: • Your home’s incoming service • The main electrical panel board • Wiring materials • Outlets • Smoke detectors • Safety measure suggestions Space is limited and registration is ongoing via Eventkeeper (www.gar-

Teens socialize while they paint during Teen Paint Night, which was held Wednesday, November 8, at the Library. The next Teen Paint Night will be held Wednesday, December 13, at the Library.

Chef Rob

Tuesday, December 5, from 12 noon–1:30 p.m. in the Large meeting room Join Chef Rob for a taste of the holiday as he gives a demonstration and tasting of his delicious holiday dishes. The tasty menu includes rustic chicken meatballs, and a provolone artichoke dip for holiday entertaining. Contact Adult Services - 516-742-8405 ext. 5236 or email: Speaking of books@ gardencitypl.org Registration is required, and began on Monday, November 6, at 10 a.m. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Adult Book Discussion

Wednesday, December 6, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. in the Small Meeting Room Join us for a book discussion on the book “A Wish for Winter” by Viola Shipman. A holiday story that is sure to tug on heartstrings and delight readers who love books about books, missed connections and the magic of Christmas. Books to take out are available in the Adult Services area. Contact Adult Services - 516-742-8405 ext. 5236 or email: Speaking of books@ gardencitypl.org Registration is required and began on Monday, November 6, 2023 at 10 a.m.

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WHAT’S NEW AT THE GARDEN CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY

Friday, November 17, 2023 The Garden City News

WHAT’S NEW AT THE GARDEN CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY

News from the Children’s Room

Fall 2023 Programming Family Night Craft

Monday, Nov. 20, at 7 p.m.

eracy. Registration begins Nov. 21 at 10:00 a.m.

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, Nov. 28, at 11:30 a.m.

This fun program is for children ages 3–fifth grade and their families. Join the librarians and make a 3-D tree as a centerpiece for the Thanksgiving table. Up to 3 members per family can participate (one must be an adult) and only one family member registers. Registration is ongoing.

This fun, interactive storytime is for children ages 2½–5 years (not yet in kindergarten), and an adult caregiver. Join the librarian for 30 minutes of movement, music and literacy. Registration begins Nov. 21 at 10:00 a.m.

Mother Goose Storytime

Tuesday, Nov. 28, at 4:00 p.m.

Tuesday, Nov. 21 at 10:30 a.m.

This fun, interactive storytime is for children ages birth–2½ years and an adult caregiver. Join the librarian for 30 minutes of movement, music and literacy. Registration is ongoing.

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, Nov. 21, at 11:30 a.m.

Monthly LEGO Club

Tuesday, Nov. 21, at 4:00 p.m.

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

Mother Goose Storytime

Tuesday, Nov. 28, at 10:30 a.m.

This fun, interactive storytime is for children ages birth–2½ years and an adult caregiver. Join the librarian for 30 minutes of movement, music and lit-

Reading Pals

This fun program is for children ages 4–Grade 2. Under librarian supervision, Teen Volunteers will read to children and then they will do a craft together. Registration begins Nov. 21 at 10:00 a.m.

Gingerbread House

Saturday, Dec. 2, at 11 a.m.

This fun, festive program is for children ages 2½–Grade 5 and their families. A maximum of 4 persons per family can participate. Each family will decorate and take home one Gingerbread House. Registration begins Nov. 21 at 10:00 a.m.

Family Bingo

Monday, Dec. 4, at 7:00 p.m.

Have some family fun playing BINGO and maybe win a small prize! This program is for children ages 4–fifth grade and their families. Up to 3 members (one must be an adult) can participate. Registration begins Nov. 21, at 10:00 a.m.

Monthly LEGO Club

Tuesday, Dec. 12, at 4:00 p.m.

This fun STEM program is for children in Grades K–5 only. No registration

is necessary. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Crafts

Wednesday, Dec. 13, at 10:30 a.m.

Children ages 3 and 4 and their adult caregiver will come and do a simple craft with a librarian. This is a 30-minute program. Registration begins Dec. 5 at 10:00 a.m.

Crafting With Friends

Saturday, Dec. 16, at 10:00 a.m.

Children ages 2–5 (not in kindergarten), and an adult caregiver, can come to the Library and make a craft. Presented by Mary Maguire. This program is sponsored by Friends of the Garden City Public Library. (Directors include: Mary Alaina Burbage, Joan Trocchia, Kathie Wysocki and others.) Registration begins Dec. 5 at 10:00 a.m.

Crafting With Friends

Saturday, Dec. 16, at 11:15 a.m.

Children in grades K–5 can come to

the Library and make a craft. Presented by Mary Maguire. This program is sponsored by Friends of the Garden City Public Library. (Directors include: Mary Alaina Burbage, Joan Trocchia, Kathie Wysocki and others.) Registration begins Dec. 5 at 10:00 a.m.

Reading Pals

Tuesday, Dec. 19, at 4:00 p.m.

This fun program is for children ages 4–Grade 2. Under librarian supervision, teen volunteers will read to children and then they will do a craft together. Registration begins Dec. 12 at 10:00 a.m. Each program requires a separate registration on Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). A separate registration is required for each child you wish to attend these programs. Please do not register additional children in the comment box as they are not counted by Eventkeeper. See Eventkeeper for additional fall programming.

Library Thanksgiving holiday hours The Garden City Public Library will offer modified hours and a closure on the following days for the Thanksgiving holiday: • Wednesday, November 22 - Open 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. • Thursday, November 23 - Thanksgiving Holiday, Closed The Library will reopen on Friday, November 24, at 9:30 a.m.

Cards for hospitalized kids Flag display honors veterans

Mother/daughter members of the National Charity League spread hope and cheer by creating cards for hospitalized kids during the NCL Volunteering session, which was held on Sunday, November 12, at the Library.

A flag display on Library grounds honoring veterans, courtesy of AARP volunteers. AARP volunteers installed flags on the Garden City Library lawn last week to salute veterans for Veterans Day. The flags will be on display for approximately 1–2 weeks, not far from the Veterans Memorial on 7th Street where William Bradford Turner American Legion Post No. 265 hosts a poignant ceremony each year commemorating our veterans.

Friday, November 17, 2023 The Garden City News

Festival of Diwali celebrated around the world and here in GC

The Jain family: Annat Jain, Aarti Sarin Jain, Mannat Jain, Amanat Jain, and Armaan Jain. AMANAT D. JAIN, FRESHMAN AT GARDEN CITY HIGH SCHOOL The following is part of a series of articles about different festivals and holidays celebrated by cultures around the world as well as here in Garden City. Diwali, also known as Deepavali, is one of the most celebrated festivals in India and by Indian communities around the world. This multiday ancient festival with deep roots in Hindu mythology is known as the “The Festival of Lights” and holds a special place in the hearts of millions of people. Diwali is a time of joy, unity, hope, and the power of good over evil. As Diwali approaches the festivals of Dussehra and Navratri are before it. Navratri is a widely celebrated Hindu festival that spans nine nights and ten days. It typically occurs in the Hindu calendar month of Ashwin, which usually falls in September or October. During this period, devotees worship the goddess Durga, who represents feminine power and the triumph of good over evil. Each of the nine nights is dedicated to one of Durga’s different forms, with elaborate prayers, fasting, and cultural performances like traditional dances, held in many parts of India. Navratri is not only a religious observance but also a social and cultural event. It’s a time when people come together to celebrate the goddess’s strength and the victory of light over darkness. Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashami, is a major Hindu festival celebrated in India and other parts of the Indian subcontinent. Dussehra signifies the end of the nine-day Navaratri festival. It falls on the tenth day of the Hindu calendar month of Ashwin. The festival marks the tri-

umph of good over evil and commemorates the victory of Lord Rama over the demon king Ravana, as depicted in the epic Ramayana. In many regions of India, small states of Ravana are burned in elaborate processions and fairs to symbolize the victory of righteousness over wickedness. The Festival of Diwali originates from the great Indian mythological epic The Ramayana. The Ramayana is a Sanskrit ancient epic and is one of the two most important epics that form Hindu Literature. It tells the tale of Lord Rama, the incarnation of the god Vishnu. The return of Lord Rama to his kingdom of Ayodhya after vanquishing the demon king Ravana. In celebration, the people of Ayodhya illuminated their paths with lamps to welcome their beloved prince back home. This tradition continues to be a central element of Diwali, with millions of lamps, candles, and diyas adorning homes, streets, and public spaces during the festival. Diwali typically spans five days, falling between October and November, depending on the Hindu lunar calendar. Each day holds its significance and rituals. The preparations begin with cleaning and decorating homes to welcome the goddess of wealth, Lakshmi. The lighting of lamps and candles is central to the celebration, symbolizing the victory of light over darkness and the dispelling of ignorance. Diwali is not merely a festival; it’s a time for families to come together, reinforcing the bonds of love and unity. People exchange gifts, sweets, and well-wishes with loved ones. Preparations for special feasts and traditional sweets, such as ladoos and jalebis, begin well in advance. Delicious food, new clothes, and the

Lights adorn the walk to the Jain home. exchange of gifts are all part of the festivities, adding to the sense of togetherness. While Diwali is rooted in Hinduism, it is also celebrated by other religious communities in India. For Sikhs, it marks the release of Guru Hargobind Ji from imprisonment in the 17th century. Jains commemorate Lord Mahavira’s attainment of nirvana during Diwali. For many, Diwali serves as a time of spiritual reflection and renewal, emphasizing the values of goodness, compassion, and knowledge. Diwali’s popularity has transcended borders, with Indian communities worldwide celebrating this festival with great fervor. Major cities in countries such as the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Australia host Diwali parades, cultural events, and fireworks, allowing people from diverse backgrounds to join in the festivities. These global celebrations showcase the inclusive and unifying nature of Diwali, as it opens its arms to people of all backgrounds. Diwali holds a special place in my heart. It’s a time when I connect with my family, celebrating the traditions, values, and stories that have

Diyas are small oil lamps that are lit during the festival of Diwali. been passed down through generations. It’s a time when I gather with family and friends, sharing delicious meals, exchanging heartfelt gifts, and lighting lamps to symbolize the victory of light over darkness. It serves as a reminder of the importance of unity, the pursuit of goodness, and the enduring power of hope, values that resonate not only within the Indian community but with all those who join in the celebration. Diwali, to me, is a celebration of cultural diversity and the universal aspiration for love, happiness, and prosperity.

Friday, November 17, 2023 The Garden City News

Cathedral is location for HBO’s “The Gilded Age”

This facade should be familiar to the locals. BY ARLEEN BREEN Have you been watching HBO Max’s the Gilded Age, Season 2? If not, a quick warning - spoiler alert for anyone who hasn’t caught up! Did any location look familiar? It should! The location of St. Mary’s School, where Marian Brook is teaching watercolor painting isn’t on Fifth Avenue, or in New York City at all! It is right here in Garden City, Long Island. Young Marian is in hot water with traditional and socially conscious Aunt Agnes! Without permission, and totally against the will of her “old money” aunt and patroness, Marian has taken a JOB (cue fainting spell). The first episode to air with scenes on the Cathedral Close, aired Sunday, November 5, 2023. The classroom in which Marian encourages young Frances not to give up on painting, is Dean Sniffen’s office. The exterior of the school, thanks to the filming magic of green screen, appears to be on a busy city street in 1880s Manhattan, but Garden City residents will recognize that facade as the brick mansion on the Southeast corner of the Cathedral Close at 4th Street and Cathedral Ave. The majority of HBO’s filming took place at See House. The mansion was built by Cornelia Stewart to serve as a formal home for the Bishop of Long Island. While the building now serves as office and ministry space for the cathedral and the Diocese of Long Island, the Dean and Chapter have done everything possible to maintain the architectural integrity and charm of the house, which was completed shortly before the Cathedral itself, in 1885. See House’s first appearance occurred in Episode 2 of the Gilded Age

on November 5th - but this Sunday, November 19 during episode 4 you should see the historic home again! Several rooms in the house were transformed by HBO for filming, and everyone at the cathedral is excited to see more throughout this season. Filming took place on the Cathedral Close in June of 2022. Diocesan and Cathedral staff have been sworn to secrecy and are absolutely bursting to share the experience! Hair and makeup were done at the Mercer School, the Mercer library became the costume shop, a massive tent was set up for meals and trailers were everywhere! We had horses and carriages on the close, and they fit right in. Extras in period costumes were spotted walking around on the close on a daily basis, and there were even a few people lucky enough to spot Cynthia Nixon and Louisa Jacobson, two of the stars of The Gilded Age, Aunt Ada and Marian. We do not expect our beautiful building to be spotted again until Episode 6, but we absolutely recommend that you catch up on the episodes already released. It is a marvelous show by the creator of Downton Abbey about New York’s Gilded Age, the first era of cathedral life in this country. Dean Sniffen attended a preview of the Gilded Age along with staff and producers of the show who are regularly filming on set in Bethpage. If you find yourself wanting an experience of some of the amazing spaces you see on the show, sign up for a cathedral tour in Advent, visit the cathedral for worship on a sunday or stop by for private prayer. The cathedral is dedicated to being a house of prayer for all people and you are most welcome to share in the peace and inspiration of the sacred space as you are able.

The horses and carriages look like they belong here.

The Stewart Room dressed up and ready for high tea!

A Third Party? BY BOB MORGAN, JR. To put it mildly, much of the public is unenthusiastic about a presidential race between the two front runners, Democrat President Joe Biden, and Republican former President Donald Trump. Both Mr. Biden and Mr. Trump have overall negative approval ratings, with a sizable number of poll respondents reporting that they dislike both candidates. Indeed, writing in The Wall Street Journal last week, political strategist Karl Rove expressed the view that the party that picks a fresh face will likely win the White House. In light of the problems with Mr. Biden and Mr. Trump, what of the prospects of a third-party candidate in 2024? In any discussion of third-party presidential candidates, you have to start out with the proposition that this is basically a two party country. The last strong third-party run, by Ross Perot in 1992, did garner 19% of the popular vote, but Mr. Perot did not gain a single electoral vote. Segregationists George Wallace in 1968 and Strom Thurmond in 1948 won a few electoral votes in the South, but were shut out away from that region. Robert LaFollette, a Progressive, got 16.6 percent of the popular vote in 1924, but only won his home state. Even former President Theodore Roosevelt, running as a third-party candidate in 1912, only garnered 88 electoral votes, and was easily trounced by Woodrow Wilson. These third party candidacies and others (recently, for example, Ralph Nader in 2000 and Jill Stein in 2016) may have had some effect on the overall results, but never really came close to winning in their own right. Another pattern that has been observed over the years is the third-party candidates tend to lose support as election day nears because people do not want to lose their vote. Also, it is difficult and expensive in many states for third party candidates to get on the ballot. There are frequent requirements, for example to get thousands of ballot signatures. And one major party or the other may actively seek to thwart ballot access of a third party candidate, on

the theory that the candidate will disproportionately hurt the major party. Of course, as Ross Douthat of The New York Times points out, the upcoming election year presents a situation unlike any before, with, in Mr. Douthat's characterization, one candidate "manifestly too old for the job and the other candidate might be tried and convicted before the general election." There are already some fairly marginal third party candidates who have announced for 2024, including Cornel West and Jill Stein, but one well publicized hat in the ring is of Robert Kennedy, Jr., who previously entered the race as a Democrat. At least at the outset, Mr. Kennedy has made an impact. According to the most recent Siena poll, Mr. Kennedy had 24% of the vote, compared to 35% for Mr. Trump and 33% for Mr. Biden. Mr. Kennedy actually is the poll leader with voters under 45 years old. As was noted earlier, third-party candidates often decline in the polls as the election nears, but this is a pretty remarkable performance. One obvious question with Mr. Kennedy, however, is the level of public acceptance for Mr. Kennedy’s odd mix of public stances, which include vaccination rejection, but also far left economic and environmental positions. There is also some speculation about the intentions of Senator Joe Manchin, Democrat of West Virginia, who announced last week that he was not seeking reelection in his heavily Republican state. Mr. Manchin announced that he will be traveling around the country, amid speculations that he might get nominated by the well funded No Labels group, who is seeking a more centrist candidate. I’m certainly not predicting that a third party candidate will be elected. I personally wouldn’t want to risk wasting my vote and history and structural advantages favor the major parties. But, to echo Ross Douthat’s point, if ever there were a year for a new face and a new party, 2024 surely is it.

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

Yoga Classes

We now have chair yoga on Tuesday 11:15, Friday at 12:15 and mat yoga Thursday at 11:15. We will again be offering our adult evening Yoga classes on Monday nights. Our 8 week session costs $80 beginning Dec 4th. Classes are as follows: 6:15-7:15 Chair Yoga: For anyone who has ever hesitated to try yoga because of the challenge of getting down or rising up off the floor as required for a traditional yoga class. Now a chair becomes your mat. This unique yoga style adapts yoga positions through creative use of a chair. 7:30-8:30 Open Level: An alignment-based open-level yoga class that is well suited for all students seeking stability and awareness on their yoga mat. The class is designed to create sequences that include both sweat and submission, while building toward a peak pose, anatomical or philosophical idea.The sequences are carefully curated to ensure that each student can explore their limits safely, while still experiencing a challenging and rewarding practice.

Alice Corkery of AAA Garden City

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THE VIEW FROM HERE

Monday, December 4: Alice will be on site to answer all your travel questions. From cruising to motorcoach, to independent tours, AAA does it all. (10:30 am to 12 noon) Monday, December 11: Alice will be on site to review the different levels of membership that AAA offers, what perks you receive and what would be best for your needs. (10:30 am to 12 noon)

Exercise Schedule at the Senior Center

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

Mondays

Chair Exercise with Felicia at 10 a.m.

Tuesdays

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

Wednesdays

Chair Exercise with Felicia at 10 a.m.

Thursdays

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

Fridays

Chair Exercise with Felicia at 10 a.m.; Resistance Bands at 11 a.m. Chair Yoga with Maggie at 12:15 p.m. For further information, please contact the Senior Center at 385-8006.

Seniors Duplicate Bridge Results The winners of the Monday, November 13, 2023 games:

North/South:

1st Place: Pat Fontaine and Cathy Kiley 2nd Place: Claire Burns and Joan Kiernan

East/West:

1st Place: Carrie Flapan and Dian Kendrick 2nd Place: Rudy Kaiser and George Salem If you are coming to the Christmas Party on December 4, 2023, please bring your check for $5 payable to Garden City Senior Duplicate Bridge next Monday. Guests are $10.

Get Results!

Place an ad in our Classifieds for reasonable rates and prompt results. Call our Garden City office at 294-8900 for more information.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Email: Editor@GCNews.com From page 2

a casino license. First, it has to convince the Town of Hempstead to rezone the Coliseum property for its proposed massive casino complex and second, it needs to win the support of a local five-member Community Advisory Committee (CAC). Las Vegas Sands now has a THIRD huge hurdle given the State Supreme Court has completely voided its lease agreement with Nassau County. Judge Kapoor noted clear violations of the Open Meetings Law related to three meetings of the Planning Commission in her decision (available on our website - nocasinonassau.org). She concluded, “It is apparent from the facts that the respondents [Nassau County] attempted to avoid public scrutiny of the lease transfer throughout the entire process of approving the lease transfer.” She also concluded that the County violated the SEQRA law. While it was very clear at the time that the proposed lease transfer would have significant environmental impacts on our community, County Executive Blakeman and our County Legislature skipped over the requirement for an environmental impact study by making a “negative declaration” on SEQRA (i.e., not necessary). However, Judge Kapoor ruled clearly that, “that the Nassau County Legislature did not take the requisite “hard look” at the relevant areas of environmental concern raised by the lease transfer prior to making the negative declaration.” We applaud Hofstra University for standing up for its students, Kellenberg Memorial High School students, Uniondale, Garden City and all Nassau County residents. Village residents often ask how they can help stop this casino from happening. Send us an email at NoCasinoNassau@ gmail.com to receive email updates from our group. In addition, there are volunteer opportunities if you have just an hour a week to join in this worthy

fight - no experience required, just a passion to protect our community! You can also send a short email to the New York State Gaming Facility Location Board that is overseeing the entire casino selection process at nycasinos@gaming.ny.gov. Tell them how disappointed you are that Nassau County violated both the Open Meetings Law and SEQRA in approving the lease transfer to Las Vegas Sands and recommend that the Location Board conduct an investigation as to how this happened. In addition, tell the Board that given these clear violations of law, County Executive Blakeman should be disqualified from appointing a member to the Community Advisory Committee. Although we cannot declare the casino a “dead deal” just yet, we are heartened by Judge Kapoor’s decision. The County will likely start up the lease transfer process again and this time it has to follow our laws and we will continue our fight. This time the community will be able to have its voices heard. Say No to the Casino Civic Association: Richard Catalano Jacquie Ghosh Monica Kiely George Krug Lynn Krug Mike McKeever Richard Willams

The time is now

To the Editor: While we know it will be a long road, every resident should be happy that the State Supreme Court nullified the transfer of the lease for the Coliseum to Las Vegas Sands, even if it was temporarily stayed on appeal. We would like to give special thanks to Richard Williams, Monica Kiely, Richard Catalano and Garden City resident and Hofstra President Susan Poser for leading the fight against the Sands Casino despite the County Legislature attempting to convey the false impression that the Sands Casino was a “done deal”. FABGC re-iterates, like our Mayor

and Village BOT that voted unanimously, that while we support reasonable development of the Nassau Coliseum property, we are unequivocally opposed to a Casino a mile from Garden City. We believe any monetary benefits of the Casino will be more than offset by increased policing and traffic costs. We once again ask the Property Owners Associations, individually, or together, along with the Board of Education Trustees to publicly join the fight against the Sands Casino and all the problems it will bring to or beloved Village. The recent lectures by Les Bernal’s organization, “Stop Predatory Gambling,” explaining the dangers of teenage gambling, make it clear that the time for fence sitting is way past. This will be a long and difficult fight that cannot be won by individuals alone. Institutional support is imperative. All responsible organizations need to have the courage to support the opposition to the Sands Casino, mobilize their members and speak out publicly, NOW! FABGC Executive Board

Who picks up costs?

To the Editor: Regarding, the Thanksgiving message on P.29 from The St. Paul’s Conservancy: I view as the Board of Advisors And Committee Chairs, are volunteering to pick up the costs for preserving St. Pauls or partially preserving it. Thank you, since it would be a burden to many of us to be so taxed. Mr. Demille can give good advice as he had his home demolished and built a new one on the site. Thank you! Geri Moratti

Halloween good manners

To the Editor: I am writing to commend the good manners of several Garden City children. On Halloween, I was handing out candy to neighborhood children, and gave away almost 100 treats! I was enjoying the costumes and the bewildered looks on some of the younger children who were trying to understand the Halloween ritual.

In the late afternoon, I was running low on candy. A group of eight or nine children came to my door when I only had four pieces of candy left. I advised the children that I only had four pieces of candy to give to them. One by one, they quickly offered to leave the candy for other children. One child even stated that he was “taking one for the team.” When the group left, I still had 2 pieces of candy left. The next group to come to my house included about six older children and two smaller ones who were at the back of the group. I told this group that I had only two pieces of candy and that I would like to give the candy to the two little children. The older children did not hesitate to make way for the two smaller children to get the last pieces of candy. It was wonderful to see the good manners of these trick-or-treaters. Happy Halloween! Margaret D. Kranz

Vape shop?

To the Editor: It was brought to my attention today that a Smoke and Vape shop will be opening up on Seventh Street and Franklin Avenue (where Beauty Kiss was formerly located. ) I am a taxpaying resident and would like to know the names of those who approved this kind of establishment being opened in the heart of our Village. Kate Duffy

Thanks and appreciation

To the Editor: I wanted to call out much thanks and appreciation to Paul Blake (Chairman, Board of Commissioners of Cultural & Recreational Affairs), the Garden City Recreation Dept and the GC Facilities team for the outstanding work done on the Roller Rink. He promised he would resurface rink and he delivered. For parents with young kids who are looking to play hockey – I implore you to take advantage! A good time will be had by all. Pete Ogilthorpe Curtin

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THE OFFICE CAT From page 25 Police and Firefighters responded to a residence for a fire alarm and determined the cause to be a system error. Debris in roadway On November 11th police safeguarded two locations on Cambridge Avenue where debris was found in the roadway. Unusual event On November 12th a Hayes Street resident reported that he found an unknown female sleeping in his garage, and when he spoke to her, she left the scene. On the following day Garden City Police located the woman on New Hyde Park Road, where she was arrested for Criminal Trespass. Defective brake lights A Clinton Road motorist was charged

with driving with a suspended license and defective brake lights on November 12th. Smokey fire Garden City Police and Firefighters responded to a residence on November 12th for a fire alarm. They determined that smoke from a fireplace was the cause.

Wallet lost On November 13th a victim reported that his wallet was lost or stolen while in an Uber somewhere between Garden City Plaza and Brooklyn.

Larceny arrest Garden City Police arrested a subject for the theft of multiple items from a 7th Street store on November 13th. He was charged with Petit Larceny.

Excessive speed A Rockaway Avenue motorist was charged with excessive speed and unsafe lane usage on November 14th.

Alarm error Garden City Police and Firefighters responded to a 7th Street restaurant for a fire alarm and determined it had been set in error.

Bus strikes overpass On November 13th a school bus struck the Chestnut Street overpass. The driver was charged with disregarding height clearance signs.

Hit and run On November 13th an SUV reportedly left the scene after colliding into a vehicle parked in an Old Country Road parking lot.

Traffic lights out Police responded to traffic light outages on Rockaway Avenue at 1st Street and Cherry Valley Avenue at Stewart Avenue on November 13th.

Burnt food The GCFD and GCPD responded to a fire alarm inside a 7th Street apartment and determined that burnt food was the cause.

Excessive tint A New Hyde Park motorist was charged with driving with a suspended license and excessively tinted windows on November 14th. Fire alarm Firefighters and police responded to a residence for a fire alarm on November 14th and determined it was set in error.

THE MAYOR’S UPDATE mcarterflanagan@gardencityny.net From page 24 tight. Thornton Tomasetti’s June 2021 roof condition assessment report identified roof issues but subsequent wind storms caused further damage, including gaping holes, some of which measured approximately 12 feet in diameter. The Village’s Finance Department, particularly Village Treasurer Irene Woo and Senior Accountant Kevin Mitchell, along with assistance from Village Administrator Ralph Suozzi and Building Superintendent Giuseppe Giovanniello, worked closely with New York State officials and FEMA representatives to secure the reimbursement.

St. Paul’s Field Conditions

Village field conditions are improving week by week, according to Recreation Commissioner Paul Blake. The St. Paul’s fields were thatched for the first time in many years. Ten truck loads worth of dead grass was removed. The fields were then seeded and aerat-

ed. Grass is growing and filling in well. When the fall season officially ends, crews will spread lime and place field covers on some of the goal mouths. At Community Park crews groomed the synthetic turf fields. “We’re on the right track and seeing the results,” Mr. Blake said. “Overall the fields are in better condition compared to last year.”

Cathedral Avenue Railroad Crossing

The Cathedral Avenue railroad crossing was closed earlier this week to enable LIRR crews to repave the south side. Back in March, approximately 20 to 25 feet of the asphalt roadway, both north and south, was adjusted to make the crossing a smooth transition for vehicles. This latest work is intended to further ensure a smoother ride for motorists.

Garden City Turkey Trot

Long Island’s largest Thanksgiving Day road race will mark its 46th anniversary this November in Garden City.

Registration for the annual Garden City Turkey Trot, a longstanding community tradition, is underway at www.gcturkeytrot.com. The Turkey Trot consists of three races: the Challenger Division Race for special needs athletes, a 1.4 mile Fun Run and a 5 Mile Race. All three races start and finish in front of St. Paul’s on Stewart Avenue. Pick up your race bib and race T-shirt on Wednesday night, Thanksgiving Eve, November 22, at St. Paul’s between 6:00 and 8:30 p.m. Runners are encouraged to help out a fellow runner this year. On Race Day participants can buy and wear a $30 (cash only) Kenny Strong hat to support Garden City resident Mike Kenny, who is battling brain cancer. Funds go directly towards brain cancer research and patient support.

Happening in Garden City

6:45 p.m. Beginner Adult Yoga at the Senior Center. 7:00 p.m. Family Craft Night at the Library. Must register. Tuesday, November 21st 9:30 a.m. Morning Pickleball at the Field House. Nominal fee. Contact the Recreation Office at 465-4075. 6:30 p.m. Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting at Village Hall. Wednesday, November 22nd 10:00 a.m. Chair Exercise with Felicia at the Senior Center. 7:30 p.m. Men’s Basketball at the Field House. Nominal fee. Contact the Recreation Office at 465-4075. Thursday, November 23rd 8:30 a.m. Garden City Turkey Trot on Stewart Avenue in front of St. Paul’s. Must register at www.gcturkeytrot. com.

Monday, November 20th 1:30 p.m. Monday Movie Matinée: Gigi at the Library.

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Soccer Players of the Week Pre K Boys

Alessio D’Angelo Conor Storm Lorenzo Mannarino Connor Breusch John Schindler Henry Peeples Tommy Hopkins Braden Pombar Seamus Montegari Sihanouk Goel Zachary Zelaya Sam Kasnicki Leonardo Panagiotou Theodore Casano Grant Caporaso

Pre K Girls

Team 1 - Yellow Team Olivia Gomoka Layton Lefler Ella Lisagar Lily Whitaker

Team 8 Evelyn Beecroft Juliet Constantino Carlotte Ferranti Charlotte Gottlieb Violet Imbriano Siena McCann

Kindergarten Boys

Tsunamis: Cameron Gonclaves

Green Lizards: Nico Santamaria Blanco Christopher Skelly James Danisi JACKED-o-lanterns: Brody Blanco Antonio Trillo James Gnatowski

Team 2 - Purple Unicorns The Whole Team

Blue Cheetah Shark FC Tyler Masterson Dylan Masterson Jack Downey

Team 3 - Pink Monsters Lucy LeSueur Quinn Reilly Eleanor Reilly

Light Green Frogs: Lucas Kalina Nathan Cascella.

Team 4 Lily Militello Rosalie Mondillo

Wolves: Dylan Eppler Xavier Brossard

Team 5 - Blueberries The Whole Team

Green Lightning: Ethan Senkiewicz Jacob Young

Team 6 - Mint Chips Vivienne Schrafel

Kindergarten Girls

Team 1 Clara McDonough Claire Sampson Team 2 Emerson Pepicelli Alessandra Ziniti Jillian Gallogly Katerine Sileo

First Grade Girls

Blue Waves: Lola Javian Chloe Law

Green Unicorns: Victoria Lupo Giuliana Moy Mighty Mints: Ashley Burke Sarah Burke

Team 3 Coco Connors Sienna Muzio Caroline Doyle

Pinkie Pies: Nora Reilly Gemma Sbeglia Shannon Trudden

Team 4 The Whole Team

Purple Unicorns: Andie Bernstein Merry Garvey Sydney Johnson Maddie Ryder Neave Smith

Team 5 The Whole Team Team 6 The Whole Team Team 7 Chloe Comeaux Jolia Hirschfield Grace Hurley Simone Mijares Valentina Rizzon

Red Strawberries: Camila Vitale Emilia Frederick Grace Connolly Teal Dolphins: Sophie Loesch Penelope Chabot Catherine Acquavito

Alessia Gavazzi Maddi Hauser Team Minarcik: Whole Team

First Grade Boys

Aquamen Luca Giuzio Samraj Goel Calvin McKinley Blue Devils William Pellish Jude Samedy Trojans William Dounis Jai Madan

Tornados Conor DeBusschere Ethan Kenny Miami Lightning Luke Lefler Elijah Pierre Blue Devils Charlie Dolan Mack Flannery Clayton Gallucci Team Zelaya Thomas Dzvonick Nicholas Raine Oliver Zelaya Red Rockets Luca Brooks Kingsley Brossard Braedon Donnelly The Netherlands Rex Rundlet Patrick Rynkar Blake Schneider Green Lightning Matthew Inman Charlie Lentini Ben Porto

2nd Grade Boys

Team 1 Colin Thomas AJ Polito Anthony FArina

Team 2 Alexander Virzera Anson Wu Jasper Ligng Michael Patma Team 3 The Whole Team Team 4 The Whole Team Team 5 Coulter Manno

Hudson Melnick Joe Kasnicki Conor Short

Ava Bishop Isla Yehia Emma Terranova

Team 6 The Whole Team

Team Servino Emma Matura Olivia Vukovic Liliana Rizzo Emmarie Leake

Team 7 The Whole Team Team 8 The Whole Team Team 9 The Whole Team Team 10 The Whole Team

2nd & 3rd Grade Girls

Team Doggendorf Brooke Dobbin Liliana Espana Grace Went Arya Ng Team Mormile Anna Kate Garry Catherine Houston Cora Mormile

Team Blake Emma Finley Carolina Nickas Isabel Frederick

Team Crain Darcy Kall Beatrix Hahn

Team Harrison The Whole Team

Team Oei Animika Doshi Hadley Senkiewicz Salena Woodward

Team Parlanti Lily Imbriano Brinley Sambus Team Munnelly

Team Groarke Erin Costello Kate Hirschfield Sophie Gong

On Veterans Day members of the community came together at the Garden City Public Library, in tribute to our community’s veterans. On Saturday, November 11, the Ladies Auxiliary of William Bradford Turner Post No. 265 hosted their program “Meet A Veteran” at the Library. Residents young and old alike had an opportunity to hear stories from their neighbors who have served in past military conflicts. The event had a robust turnout, one of the best in recent years. This event has been arranged by the Auxiliary since 2009 and is held prior to the annual Veterans Day ceremony at the 7th Street Gazebo hosted by William Bradford Turner Post No. 265. To give back to the veterans, the Library coordinated multiple volunteer opportunities to make cards and letters for veterans as part of The Great Give Back, a statewide initiative for public libraries to provide service-oriented opportunities to patrons. Volunteers created cards for Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Winter Holidays/ Season, Valentine’s Day, St. Patrick’s Day, Spring Holidays/Season, Memorial Day and Fourth of July. During these events volunteers from the Garden City chapter of the mother-daughter charity organization, the National Charity League, the Girl Scouts, the Friends of the Garden City Public Library, and Library patrons of all ages made cards and letters for veterans. Teens who volunteered for the “Great Give Back” event were able to personally present the veterans with the cards and letters created.

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Veterans honored at Garden City Public Library program Library Director Marianne Malagon presented a citation to American Legion Commander Frank Tauches, Jr. on behalf of Senator Kevin Thomas, recognizing the American Legion: WHEREAS, it is the belief of this Legislative Body that when organizations of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our attention, it is appropriate to publicly proclaim and commend those organizations for the edification and emulation of others; and WHEREAS, such service, which is truly the Lifeblood of the Community and the State, so often goes unrecognized and unheralded; now therefore, be it RESOLVED, therefore I, State Senator Kevin Thomas, RECOGNIZE THAT in the American Legion Post 265 THERE are individuals worthy of our highest respect and esteem. In her brief remarks, Ms. Malagon also thanked the Ladies Auxiliary for organizing the Veterans Day event at the Library, the Senator and those in attendance, and the volunteers. Members of the Library Board of Trustees, including Chair Randy Colahan and Trustee Mary Maguire, attended the event, along with Senator Kevin Thomas and Mayor Mary Carter Flanagan, Deputy Mayors Bruce Chester and Lawrence Marciano, Jr., and Trustees Michael Sullivan and Charles Kelly. For more information visit the Garden City Library website, www. gardencitypl.org.

Teen volunteers present cards to veterans that were made as part of the Library’s “Great Give Back” program during October and November. The cards were made by tween and teen library volunteers, volunteers from the Garden City chapter of the mother-daughter charity organization, the National Charity League, the Friends of the Garden City Public Library, Girl Scouts in the community, and Library patrons, under the direction and organization of Young Adult Librarian Laura Giunta. The cards were presented at a Veterans Day event held at the Library and organized by the American Legion and Ladies Auxiliary on Veterans Day, Saturday, November 11.

Attendees listen to veterans speak about their experiences in the military at a Veterans Day event held at the Library and organized by the American Legion and the Ladies Auxiliary. The program was held on Veterans Day, Saturday, November 11.

Senator Kevin Thomas, Library Board Trustee Chairman J. Randolph Colahan, and Ladies Auxiliary President Jacqueline Burdi Eltringham stand together at a Veterans Day event organized by the American Legion, which was held on Veterans Day, Saturday, November 11 at the Library.

Library Director Marianne Malagon presents a citation to American Legion Commander Frank Tauches, Jr. on behalf of Senator Kevin Thomas, thanking the American Legion and Ladies Auxiliary for organizing the Veterans Day event at the Library, which was held on Veterans Day, Saturday, November 11.

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Remembering our veterans

Veteran John Halloran placed poppies, the flower of remembrance of veterans, at the Rainbow Division obelisk near the east firehouse. Veterans Day, Saturday, November 11, in Garden City is celebrated by residents of all ages. Commander Frank Tauches, of the William Bradford Turner Post #265, welcomed everyone to the “Meet A Veteran” session sponsored by the American Legion and Auxiliary. This event gives residents an opportunity to hear veterans talk about their experience in the military. This year, veterans Bob Aldrich (Army), Michele Dragotti (USAF), Walter Gross (USAF), Jim Michalak (USN), Domenick Romano (Army), Frank Tauches (USMC) and Henry Wysocki (Army) shared some of their military experiences. Students from the GCHS, GCMS, GC Library, National Charity LeagueMother/Daughter, and Girl Scout Troop 1350 presented Commander Tauches with hundreds of cards for veterans. Teachers Alison Vitucci, Susanna Sheehan and Stacey Decillis

at the GCMS led their students in social studies classes to write hundreds of thoughtful thank you cards to veterans. Cards were mailed to veterans in the American Legion, in the Northport VA Hospital and in the Long Island State Veterans Home in Stony Brook. Cards for upcoming holidays will be sent to veterans in the upcoming months. Veterans have been very touched by and appreciative of the caring messages. They are grateful they are being “remembered.” A big “Thank You” to the students, parents, teachers and librarians who participated in the GC library’s “Great Give Back” program. The 11 a.m. ceremony was held outside at Monument Plaza. Commander Tauches said, “At the 11th hour, of the 11th day, of the 11th month, the guns of war stopped. At the 11th hour, the bell was sound-

Veteran Domenick Romano rang the bell 11 times at 11 a.m.

Library Director Marianne Malagon (center) presented proclamation to veterans Frank Tauches (USMC), Walter Gross (USAF), Jim Michalak (USN), Domenick Romano (Army), Henry Wysocki (Army), Michele Dragotti (USAF), Bob Aldrich (Army) and Peter Rozo (USN).

ed by veteran Domenick Romano. Garden City HS students Ellie Stier and Alessandro Ehrig played Taps. Commander Tauches thanked the residents and parents who brought their children. This has been a great opportunity to show the young our

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Remembering our veterans gratitude for the sacrifices veterans made to protect our freedoms. Wreaths Across America, Saturday, December 16, will be the next ceremony held at Monument Plaza. Commander Tauches invites all of you to attend.

American Legion Auxiliary President Jacqueline Eltringham prepared and distributed luminaires to give tribute to all veteran in celebration of Veterans Day.

“Taps” was played by GCHS students Ellie Stier and Alessandro Ehrig.

Veteran John Halloran read the post ceremony prayer.

Lutheran Church of the Resurrection Pre-K students Nico, Daniel, Paul, Ryder, Emerson, Eleanor, JD, Nolan, Quinn, Madelyn and Sofia sang and signed (in American Sign Language) “God Bless America.”

Thanks to Julia Sullivan, Valentina Clavijo, Breckin Kammerer, Emily Pariti, Brownie Dakota Beltran and Kiera O’Leary for the many thoughtful, holiday cards for veterans.

The “Meet a Veteran” session was well attended by residents of all ages.

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Chess tournament at GC Senior Center On October 27, the Garden City Senior Center, in collaboration with the Garden City Department of Recreation and Parks and Chess4Community, celebrated National Chess Day with a community chess tournament. National Chess Day, observed every second Saturday of October since a 1976 proclamation by President Gerald Ford, highlights the game’s educational value. The event was organized by Mannat and Amanat Jain, founders of Chess4Community, a local initiative started in 2022 with a ten-week chess instructional program for senior citizens, marking Garden City's first Chess Based Community Program. The initiative also extended chess education to the Garden City Public Library, broadening its community impact. The tournament showcased a mix of young and senior chess enthusiasts, pro-

moting multigenerational engagement. This blend of ages created a competitive yet collaborative atmosphere, emphasizing community and shared learning. Attendees were treated to a chessthemed cake, and participants received certificates. A special chess trophy was awarded to a senior player, William, for his consistent performance over the last two years, presented by Deputy Mayor Lawrence Marciano and trustee Michele Beach Harrington, showcasing community recognition and encouragement. The event not only marked National Chess Day but also demonstrated community engagement and the enduring appeal of chess across ages. Through this tournament, Garden City reinforced its commitment to fostering educational and recreational opportunities for all residents, further enriching the local community spirit.

Deputy Mayor Laurence Marciano, Jr., Trustee Michele Harrington, Chess4Community founder Mannat, Amanat &Armaan Jain, Top performing senior William Drabyk and other participates of National Chess Day Event.

GC elementary student with Kathie Wysocki.

Willaim Drabyk playing to win against Garden City student.

National Chess Day Tournament.

Deputy Mayor Laurence Marciano, Jr. ,Trustee Michele Harrington, Chess4Community founder Mannat and co-founder Amanat Jain.

Evelyn M. Jounakos

After 12 years of living with a serious illness, Evelyn M. Jounakos of Bayside died peacefully in her sleep at home on the afternoon of November 9, 2023 in the presence of her brother Steve and two wonderful and caring women, Marilyn and Ramona, who were attending to her final needs. She was 74 years old. Evelyn had extraordinary spirit and remained hopeful to the end. Lynne was born on December 17, 1948, in Queens New York. She grew up in New Hyde Park and Garden City and graduated from Garden City High School in 1966. After attending Lenox Hill Hospital School of Nursing in Manhattan, she earned a B.S. in nursing at Adelphi University and a master’s degree from New York University. Lynne worked as a staff nurse at Winthrop University Hospital, and as a valued educator at City University of New York, Long Island Jewish Medical

Center, and St. John’s Episcopal Hospital. She later became an administrator in the field of home health care. Lynne enjoyed traveling and was passionate about hiking and other outdoor activities. She liked to swim and participate in group exercise. Being a very loving and caring person, she was extremely generous toward others and will be missed by her many family members and friends. Evelyn supported charities such as Doctor’s Without Borders and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. She asks for donations to be made to St. Jude in her memory in lieu of flowers. Visitation was at Fairchild Sons Funeral Home in Garden City on Monday November 13th. A service was held at St. Brigid Catholic Church in Westbury on Tuesday November 14th. She was interred at the Cemetery of the Holy Rood in Westbury. Evelyn is survived by her bother Steve, and her partner Aaron.

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Dungeons and Dragons at the Library

IN MEMORIAM Dr. Jose Antonio Santos 1939 – 2023

Dr. Jose Antonio Santos, 84, passed away surrounded by family and love on November 10, 2023. Born in Spain in 1939, Jose Antonio lived a life of deep faith, striving to love God, family and neighbor with each moment of every day. The first of four children born to loving parents in rural Spain, he experienced the hardships prevalent after the Civil War, but rose up to be one of the top students at the Medical College of Seville. As a young doctor, he met the love of his life, Carmen, with whom he shared 57 years of marriage and unwavering dedication. Jose Antonio's journey brought him to America as a Fulbright scholar, where he studied psychiatry and psychoanalysis with the greatest minds of the time. Known for his sincerity and warmth, Jose Antonio made a lasting impact at all of his places of work. Throughout his professional life, he dedicated himself to the care of countless patients, often providing his services regardless of their ability to pay. He was a daily communicant at his parishes of St. Joseph in Garden City, Corpus Christi in Mineola, Our Lady of Poland in Southampton, and St. Rosalie in Hampton Bays. His love for his family was matched only by his love for the Work of God, becoming a supernumerary member of Opus Dei and practicing the selfless generosity he was known for. Evenings would find Jose Antonio engrossed in the works of St. Thomas Aquinas, St. Augustine, or any of his many favorite philosophers, or sharing music and poetry with his beloved wife, family and friends. Jose Antonio was often sought out for his wise counsel by those of great importance, yet he gave great importance to every soul that confided in him. Every

Dr. Jose Antonio Santos family wedding or celebration would find expectant eyes fixed on him for a speech or toast, and he never blushed at tempering a celebration with a sobering, but noble truth. His son’s wedding saw a discourse on struggle, an Easter dinner, the expected resurrection of our lost loved ones. Jose Antonio is survived by his beloved wife Carmen, his children Tony, Manuel, Elisa and Francisco, and twelve cherished grandchildren. The family invites friends and well-wishers to join them in celebrating Jose Antonio's life. A wake will be held on Friday, November 17, from 2:00 - 4:00 pm and from 7:00 - 9:00 pm at Brockett Funeral Home, Southampton, NY. A funeral mass to honor his memory will take place on Saturday. November 18, at 11:00 am at the Parish of St. Rosalie in Hampton Bays, NY.

NCL holds Career Day panel

A teen volunteer hosts a campaign of Dungeons and Dragons for other teens to roleplay during a recent meeting of the Library’s monthly Teen Dungeons and Dragons program. The next Dungeons and Dragons meeting will be held on Thursday, November 30, at the Library.

The National Charity League of Garden City held a Career Panel for 11th and 12th Grade Ticktockers. It was an interactive event where the panel of Patronesses aimed to inspire and empower the next generation. The National Charity League is a mother-daughter charity and volunteer organization.

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IN MEMORIAM

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IN MEMORIAM

Caroline Maher 1965-2023

Caroline passed away at the age of 58 following a 4 ½ year battle with colon cancer. Carrie was raised and attended the Garden City Public Schools Class of 1983. Following that she attended Molloy College undergraduate and Hofstra Graduate School before beginning a career in Hospital Administration at Sloan Kettering and Stony Brook. She found her true calling into the Suffolk County Police Department in 1996. There she worked for 27 years as a police officer, heading up the Explorer’s unit for teens. Following her diagnosis she worked as an instructor in the Suffolk County Police Academy. Last year she was presented with the Extraordinary Service Award from the county for her continued work even under treatment for cancer. She was set to retire on July 31, 2023 and died just a few days prior. She was an avid athlete and was a Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do, a diver, skied in the west and Europe, enjoyed traveling, reading and collecting vintage comic books. She also wrote screenplays and short stories. She leaves behind her two sons, Robert and Daniel, her mom, Patricia Maher her sister Debbie and her husband Frank and 2 nephews Michael (Sarah) and Matthew (Carly).

John Maher 1937–2023

John passed away peacefully following a 10-year battle with Parkinson’s and Parkinson’s dementia. Born and raised on Long Island, he and his wife Patricia moved to Garden City in 1975. He was a lifelong Educator for the NYC public schools, retiring in 1997 as an assistant principal. He attended Fordham University undergraduate and St John’s university for his masters degree in Education. Joined the Army in 1956 and served 3 full time years, followed by the Army reserves till 1978 specializing in Chemical Warfare. Being one of the few specializing in this he had the opportunity to teach generals during the summers on his time off. He was a skilled marksman and belonged to multiple clubs in addition to teaching pistol licensing. Following his retirement, he and Patricia enjoyed traveling to Europe, their summer home in the Adirondacks and wintering at their home outside of Tampa, Florida. He was an avid reader, many times reading 4-5 books simultaneously, enjoyed playing computer games and spending time with his four grandchildren and attending their sporting events. In his later years he belong to the

Caroline Maher

John Maher Long Island Art League and painted watercolors, winning awards at the art show and selling his works of art. He will be missed and leaves behind his wife, Patricia of 62 years; daughter Deborah and her husband Frank; their two sons, Michael and his wife Sarah; Matthew and his fiancée Carly; and his two grandsons from his other daughter Caroline, who also passed two months prior, Daniel and Robert.

IN MEMORIAM Jeffrey William Shachmut

Jeffrey William Shachmut, 72, of Conway, Arkansas passed away on November 8, 2023. He was born September 25, 1951 in Mineola to the late Mary and Bill Shachmut. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 30 years, Stephanie, in 2012. He is survived by his four children: twins Kyle (Laura) Shachmut of Massachusetts and Kyra (Blake) Doran of Texas and twins Brittany (Jason) Black of North Carolina and Briana (Chris) Tyler of Arkansas; six grandchildren: Abby, Elizabeth and Madeline Shachmut, Remi and Beckham Doran and Stephanie Black; brother Ken (Nancy) Shachmut of California and

nephews Brian of California and Chris of Washington; sister-in-law Jacky Sole and nieces Crystal, Sherry and Brandy of Washington. Conway was Jeff’s home since 1979. He was a devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather, teacher and church musician. Jeff loved music and working with youth throughout his life. He worked as a Counselor, Sailing Master and Waterfront Director at Camp Hawthorne in Maine. He graduated from Kenyon College in Ohio (BA ’73), Florida State University (MA ‘75, Music) and Indiana University (MS ’79, Education). He taught music and ran a boys dorm at The Webb School in Bell Buckle, TN, where he met Stephanie. Then Jeff served as

Associate Dean of Students at Hendrix College in Conway for 20 years. Later he attended St. Gregory’s University in Oklahoma (BA ‘03, Theology). He then served St. Joseph Parish in Conway for 17 yrs teaching high school religion and 24 yrs as Music Director. He touched the lives of many campers, students, staff and parishioners. A Funeral Mass was said at St. Joseph Church in Conway, AR on Wednesday, November 15th. Fr. Warren Harvey officiated. Internment took place at the St. Joseph Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in memory of Jeff & Stephanie Shachmut to the St. Joseph School Endowment (P.O. Box 72, Conway, AR 72033 or www.sjse.org).

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It’s been a great start to the 2023– 2024 school year at Garden Manor Nursery School located at Christ Episcopal Church. The students have adapted so nicely to their new class and have enjoyed getting to know their teachers and classmates. With the beautiful warm weather to start the school year, students enjoyed tons of outdoor play in addition to all the fun activities in the classroom. This week students participated in a special event - the annual Halloween parade. The students were so excited to show off their costumes to all their families and friends. Garden Manor Nursery School at Christ Episcopal Church is located at 33 Jefferson Street in Garden City. The school is currently enrolling for next school year and offers Toddler, Pre-School

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Jan. 21, 2024.To book visit aderoscottsdale.com. The Virginian Lodge, Jackson Hole, WY is offering up to 30% off the best available rate for bookings made now through Dec. 1, 2023 for travel now through September 2024 (72 hr-7 day cancellation policy applies). The dog-friendly property features two hot tubs, seven built-in fire pits, an all-season pool, the iconic Virginian Saloon and an ideal base to access Grand Teton and Yellowstone national parks, wildlife refuges, museums, hot springs, local distilleries and wineries and authentic dude ranches. Book: https://be.synxis. com/?Hotel=31645&Chain=5173&promo=CYBER23 Limelight Hotels is offering up to 30% off for bookings Nov. 24-29, 2023 for stays through March 31, 2024 (blackout dates apply): The Mountain Town Getaway Deal offers up to 25% off on a four-night stay at any mountain destination properties – Aspen and Snowmass, Colorado or Ketchum, Idaho. Limelight’s newest property, Limelight Hotel Denver is offering up to 30% off BAR). Book: www.limelighthotels.com using code CYBER23. Outbound Mammoth, Mammoth Lakes, CA is offering up to 30% off the best available retail rate for bookings made now through Dec. 1, 2023, for stays now through September 2024 (48hr cancellation; blackout dates apply). Outbound Mammoth is a sixacre respite with convenient access to the Mammoth Mountain Ski Area, Mammoth Lakes (for fishing, swimming, biking, hot springs, boating), and the Tioga Pass entrance to Yosemite National Park. It offers renovated rooms and chalets plus 10 new cabins and 20 villas, a new pool area, on-site restaurant, steam room, dry sauna, fire pits and offerings for pets. Plus, a welcome beer from the newly opened restaurant, Bar Sierra. Book: https://be.synxis. com/?Hotel=36561&Chain=5173&promo=CYBER23 Brewery Gulch Inn, a charming, luxurious inn on cliffs overlooking the Pacific Ocean in Mendocino California, is offering 30% off new bookings made Nov. 24-27, for travel through May 24, 2024; and 35% off reservations Dec.1-21. (minimum two nights, blackout dates include holidays). Book: www.brewerygulchinn.com. Southernmost Beach Resort in Key West, Florida is offering 50% off bookings made Nov. 24- Dec. 1 for stays through Dec. 31, 2024. Boasting three palm-fringed pools with private cabanas, a signature restaurant, and three bars, full-service spa, group fitness classes, live entertainment, and unique programming including cocktail tastings and painting classes, this ocean-

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Thanksgiving: Sharing a meal & making memories BY CLAIRE LYNCH November is perhaps most famous for the big holiday, Thanksgiving Day, and it is a great time to get together with friends and relatives to enjoy a big feast. Last year my family gathered together, opened the leaves on the dining room table so we could all fit and we decided to let the kids share some stories about what they thought Thanksgiving was all about. My nephew, Joey, who was seven, said he and his classmates had learned about the holiday from his teacher, Mrs. Taylor, who gave her students one of their first explanations of why we celebrate Thanksgiving. Joey said Mrs. Taylor had told them about the story of the first Thanksgiving feast in this country, it was a tale of the heart. In fact it was a journey of the heart. Joey pulled out a piece of paper and read what he had learned in his second-grade class. The Pilgrims left England in 1620 on a ship called the Mayflower. It was filled with more than 100 people who sailed across the Atlantic Ocean from England to settle in the New World. The religious group had begun to question the beliefs of the Church of England so they wanted to separate from it. They wanted a simpler faith. Because these people wanted to purify the church, they came to be known as “Puritans.” The Pilgrims settled in Massachusetts Bay. Their first winter in the New World was difficult. They arrived too late to grow any crops and without fresh food half of the colonists died from diseases. The next spring the Wampanoag Indians who lived in the area befriended the Pilgrims and taught them how to smoke and dry meat and fish. They brought them corn and turkey. In the months ahead they taught them how to plant corn, barley, beans, pumpkins and squash. Wild turkey was all around them in the Massachusetts Bay colony. This helped the Pilgrims a lot because the New England soil was unfamiliar to the Pilgrims plus they had never grown corn before. In addition to fishing, the Indians taught them how to tan hides used for clothing and how to identify toxic plants and berries. They explained the medicinal and culinary use of herbs

that were native to America. This was important because it was the first time the Pilgrims had seen these things. In the autumn of 1621, plentiful crops of corn, barley, beans and pumpkins were harvested. The Pilgrims had a lot to be thankful for so a feast was planned. They invited the local Indian chief and 90 Indians. The Indians brought deer to roast with the turkeys and other wild game offered by the Pilgrims. The feast went on for three days and became an annual feast of thanks. Joey looked up after reading us the story of the first Thanksgiving. We all started clapping at the story of the first Thanksgiving in New England so many years ago. We also applauded Joey’s reading of it. The story struck me as a tale of perseverance because the Pilgrims were determined to make it work in this new land. Looking around the table at my relatives, I saw that Tara had a big smile on her face. I wasn’t sure if she liked the way Joey had read or if she liked the story of the Pilgrims’ feast in Massachusetts. Tara, who was eight years old, said how the Pilgrims and the Indians got together and shared a meal was pretty cool. Then she added that Joey had done a good job of reading so everyone was happy. I noticed earlier in the day that Tara had helped her mother, Kathy, prepare the food for the big feast. Together they prepared the turkey and some of the side dishes so they both rolled up their sleeves, put on aprons and got to work. Kathy showed Tara how she removed and tossed the giblets, washed the turkey in cold water in the sink and placed the bird in the large roasting pan. Kathy rubbed butter on the outside of the turkey and when she turned to rinse her hands, Tara reached into the cabinet and grabbed a bottle of cayenne pepper. She started sprinkling it onto the turkey and when Kathy looked back at the bird she was horrified - that was too spicy. Laughing, they both washed off the bird in cold water in the sink and then added some milder spices. As a seasoning paprika would work well but definitely not cayenne pepper. That would have been way too fiery for their relatives. When Kathy asked what happened, Tara said she thought she’d grabbed the jar of paprika powder because it’s red-

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dish looking. She had used that before to season a roast chicken. Turkey was the main dish plus we had yams, potatoes, stuffing, green beans, cranberry sauce, gravy and apple cider. Dessert was a choice of pies and everyone dove in. After the adventures that Thanksgiving, the adults were happy to relax and chat after dinner. The kids were set on playing a board game called “The Chameleon” which usually involves six players. Patrick went around inviting people to play the game but the adults left it to the kids. In “The Chameleon,” everyone knows the secret word except the player with the chameleon card. The idea is to blend in and not get caught. We could hear the kids whooping and hollering as they played so a good time was had by all. My relatives came from various areas last year and were happy to meet at my brother and sister-in-law’s house. Some of us hadn’t seen each other in a while so the holiday was perfect. Joey’s story plus Tara’s mishaps while help-

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ing her mother made it a memorable day. Others spoke of childhood memories which we all found amusing. Some spoke about those who had gone before us. Each story was a tale from the heart. Happy Thanksgiving to all!

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‘60 Minutes’ and Social Security Overpayments BY TOM MARGENAU

The CBS news program “60 Minutes” ran a story this past Sunday that was critical of the Social Security Administration and the way the agency handles overpayments -- money sent to Social Security beneficiaries that they were not due. I’m going to address that issue in today’s column. But before I do, I’ve got to put things in perspective. If you watched the news story, you could come away thinking something like this: “Those dumb bureaucrats. They can’t do anything right. They are sending millions of dollars in incorrect payments to people every year!” But here is the dose of perspective you need to understand. Social Security is a $1.3 trillion per year program. And those millions of dollars in overpayments make up just one-half of 1% of the program’s annual payout. Or to turn that around, 99.5 percent of the time, people are being paid correctly. So, overpayments are a problem. But nowhere near as big a problem as sensational news stories would have you believe. Still, millions of dollars are millions of dollars. And the Social Security overpayment problem is an issue that needs to be dealt with. Why do people get overpaid? The biggest reason has to do with a simple law that needs to be changed. More about that in a minute. But first, let’s briefly deal with the main issue discussed in the “60 Minutes” story. Once it’s been decided that someone has been overpaid, should the SSA take the money back? “60 Minutes” essentially charged that the agency was being too ruthless in its overpayment collection efforts. In a nutshell, one part of the overpayment recovery rules says the incorrect benefits must be repaid if the person who got the extra money was at fault in causing the overpayment. Most people probably would agree that part of the rules makes sense. But what if the overpayment was the agency’s fault? On the one hand, you could argue that even though the SSA made a mistake, the overpaid person still got money he or she was not due and the money should be repaid. But others would argue that the government screwed up and they should write off the overpayment as a loss. The rulebook actually says that even if the overpayment was the SSA’s fault, it must be repaid IF the overpaid person can afford to repay it. And carrying out that rule can really get messy and be subject to different interpretations. And on that issue, let me make this point. Many years ago, the SSA interpreted that part of the law much more liberally and was writing off (“waiving” is the legal term) many overpayments. And guess what? There were news stories critical of the agency for “wasting the taxpayers’ money” by not more aggressively collecting overpayments. So, you can understand why an old civil servant like me might be inclined to throw up his hands

and say: “OK, people, what do you want? Do you want us to collect these overpayments or do you want us to write them off?” But we wouldn’t have to answer that question if a big part of the problem could be eliminated. So how do we do that? By getting rid of the No. 1 cause of overpayments: a provision of Social Security law that is rather archaically called the “annual earnings test.” It is sometimes also called the “retirement test.” (More about where those terms come from in a minute.) But I call it the Social Security earnings penalty. And I’ve never liked this law. Before I explain why, let me clarify what I am talking about. The rules say that if you are a Social Security beneficiary who is under full retirement age and still working, one dollar must be deducted from your Social Security checks for each two dollars you earn over a limit that changes annually. It’s currently $21,240. (Once you reach your full retirement age, that penalty goes away.) On the surface, the law seems pretty straightforward and you may wonder why it causes so many overpayments. Well, it’s because when you scratch beneath the surface, it is an absolute mess to administer. To illustrate, I’ll use my own mother as an example. Back in the 1970s, she was getting Social Security retirement benefits but she was working part time to supplement her rather meager monthly check. She would start out the year reporting her anticipated earnings to her local Social Security office. They would adjust her benefits accordingly, applying the one-dollar deduction for each two dollars earned. Then inevitably, as the year went on, she’d work a little overtime or pick up a couple extra hours of work. She would dutifully report her change in anticipated earnings to the Social Security people, and further adjustments would be made to her monthly retirement checks. More often than not, she’d be charged with an overpayment and be asked to return some of her Social Security funds. Then maybe she’d be laid off for a time, and her earnings would go down, and she’d file yet another report with SSA and there would be more adjustments to her benefits. Sometimes the SSA owed her some extra money. Eventually, once the year was over with and she got her W-2 form, she would make a final report of her earnings to the Social Security office leading to yet another benefit adjustment -- usually another overpayment. And on top of that, they would ask for an estimate of her anticipated earnings for the new year, yet more adjustments would be made, and the whole vicious cycle would start over again. Even though my mom’s story took place in the 1970s, the same rules still apply today and the same problems still crop up today with millions of Social Security beneficiaries who are under their full retirement age but working.

I’ve always been puzzled by the earnings penalty law. From a philosophical perspective, I just don’t understand why someone should be punished if they try to work and earn a little money to supplement their Social Security benefits. Having voiced that philosophical concern, I should point out that I know the practicality of the law. It goes back to the very beginning of Social Security in the

1930s. Retirement benefits were intended to replace earnings a person loses when he or she retires. Or to put that another way, a person had to retire to get “retirement” benefits. And this provision of the law was a “test” of their retirement status. (Thus, the term “retirement test.”) Initially, the law said you had to be Continued on next page

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staging of the home, videos, virtual tours, and targeted marketing to attract qualified buyers in today’s challenging environment. Setting up and scheduling open houses, fliers, sign-in sheets, and all the legal forms that must be available to buyers that must be present at the open house, e.g. housing disclosures, agency disclosures, offer acknowledgment forms, etc. Having additional assistance at the open house in this current market may be necessary as the demand for housing is still apparent. Safety concerns is another important facet as we suggest that all expensive jewelry and valuable items be locked away to be safe and not sorry. Also to be aware of any hazardous conditions that might lead to a lawsuit, whether it is broken sidewalks, walkways, or any interior spaces that you need to repair or keep clutter-free that might cause a trip and fall event leading to a lawsuit. Keeping track using a sign-in sheet with the name, cell, and email of all attendees enables you to have a record of all attendees. However, if you are doing this on your own, as a for sale by owner, be aware that following up and calling those potential buyers, puts you in a weaker position. The reason I say this is that over the years asking purchasers why they go after FSBOs is because they feel that they are in a better position, knowing that the sellers have no representation and feel

that they have a stronger advantage. I had a story relayed to me the other day whereby an individual was purchasing a property and the offer provided to the seller was way below the current market value. The seller had no broker representing them and was clueless about the real value. This may or may not always be true as some sellers may be very astute in pricing, negotiating, and discussing the terms and conditions. However, do you perform your own dental work? Of course not, as we use a professional to take care of our teeth. But when it comes to selling the most valuable asset that most have, there are still those who prefer going on their own. What they do not understand is that a buyer knows that the seller isn’t paying a commission, so they automatically subtract an amount possibly up to 6% (even though a commission charged by a broker could be less), and then historically the buyers take another 8% off the sale price (as per the: (NationalAssociationofRealtors. Now this may not be the case in the current market with the severe lack of inventory on Long Island, but it does occur depending on the state where you are located, market conditions, demand, and amount of inventory. Out West and even in some areas in Florida, where inventory has increased drastically, price adjustments have been occurring, especially with major builders like DR Horton whose new

construction inventory has greatly increased since 2020, as sales have been drastically affected by high interest rates. Hiring a seasoned and professional Realtor and paying commission will go a very long way in actually saving you money, providing you with the necessary activities from the start to the closing table in having your home sold at the highest price in the shortest amount of time with the least amount of stress and inconvenience. Philip A. Raices is the owner/Broker of Turn Key Real Estate at 3 Grace Ave Suite 180 in Great Neck. He has 40 years experience in the Real Estate industry and has earned designations as a Graduate of the Realtor Institute (G.R.I.) and also as a Certified International Property Specialist (C.I.P.S.) and in 2022 has earned his National Association of Realtors “Green Industry designation for eco-friendly construction. He will provide you with “free” regular updates of sold and new homes in your town via the Multiple Listing Service of Long Island (MLSLI) or go to https://WWW. Li-RealEstate.Com and you can “do it yourself (DYI) and search on your own. For a “FREE” `15 minute consultation, as well as well as a “FREE printout or digital value analysis of what your home might sell for in today’s market without any obligation or “strings” attached. He can also provide a copy of “Unlocking the Secrets of Real Estate’s New Market Reality, and our Seller’s and Buyer’s Guides for “Things to Consider when Selling, investing or Purchasing your Home.

SOCIAL SECURITY AND YOU Continued from previous page completely retired. But over the years, Congress eased up on that restrictive nature of the original law. They said people over FRA could work full time and get benefits. But they set up the messy earnings “penalty” for anyone under FRA. So, get rid of that penalty and you will get rid of millions of dollars in overpayments every year. 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. COPYRIGHT 2023 CREATORS.COM

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Readers Share More Great Time- and Money-Saving Tips and Tricks! BY MARY HUNT Sharing our hope, strength and super money-saving ideas is one of the best things about this Everyday Cheapskate family! My virtual mailbag has been full and running over as of late. Today, it’s time to share a few of your great ideas. THRIFTY LAYERING Explore your preferred thrift store for 100% silk shirts or blouses. I am always amazed by what I can find. While they may cost a bit more than cotton or polyester, silk options prove valuable when worn under sweaters, cardigans, turtleneck shirts, and more, as they make excellent insulating layers for cold weather. If the care instructions are missing, consider searching online for guidance on maintaining and cleaning silk clothing. -- Jasmine, Idaho BULK LUNCHMEAT My husband and I figured out a money-saving trick for lunchmeats. We purchase unsliced meats by the pound at discount stores (we prefer Aldi but others offer the same). Then, we slice the meat ourselves using a $5 slicer we bought at an estate sale. If you aren’t that lucky, look on Amazon for meat slicers (not that expensive when you consider what a great investment it is for most households). This method saves us about 50% because stores usually mark up the price by that much to cover deli staff, packaging and convenience. It’s been working

well for us and we are happy with the savings we are enjoying by doing it ourselves. -- Ellen, Virginia HAIR COLOR BUDDIES As friends, we decided to swap coloring our hair instead of spending so much money at a salon. Now, our only expense is the cost of the hair dye. We’ve discovered an easy and cost-effective way to get the job done, experiment with different colors, all while having fun doing it. It’s amazing how much money we are not spending on trips to the salon! -- Jenn and Abby, California

TOILETRY STASH I’ve begun a little savings strategy that comes in handy during tight times. Whenever I come across a sale on things like tissues, toilet paper, or soap, I buy extra, then set one aside on a hidden shelf in my hall closet. This way, in

weeks when money is tight, I can rely on my secret stash to get by for an extra week or two with essential supplies. -Charlie, Arizona BLIND LENGTHENING Our two living room windows are taller than the standard. Instead of paying for custom blinds, we bought three blinds that were the correct width. We used sections of the third blind to lengthen the short ones. Following the instructions for how to shorten blinds, we removed the bottom portions, tied on the correct length and replaced the finished bottoms. We saved almost $150 doing this and we have custom blinds with the option of opening only one or both sections. -- Jeanne, Ohio CAT-AWAY I slice oranges and/or lemons and place them around my front door and garden areas to keep the neighborhood cats from marking their territory in my yard. Works GREAT!! -- Veronica, Georgia LEAKY CAR If your car leaks fluid and you either can’t determine the location of the leak, or it leaks randomly, do this: Take a large sheet of butcher paper or a cardboard box that has been flattened. Place it under the car. Using a black marking pen, mark on the paper exactly where each tire and the front bumper is located. Leave it there until the leaks occur again. Now, when you take your car

to the mechanic you can place the paper back using the notes as a guide and they’ll know where to look for the leaks. -- Amy, Utah Thanks everyone and keep those letters coming! We’d love for you to send your best hacks, tips, and tricks to: tips@ everydaycheapskate.com. Mary invites you to visit her at EverydayCheapskate.com, where this column is archived complete with links and resources for all recommended products and services. Mary invites questions and comments at https://www.everydaycheapskate.com/contact/, “Ask Mary.” This column will answer questions of general interest, but letters cannot be answered individually. Mary Hunt is the founder of EverydayCheapskate.com, a frugal living blog, and the author of the book “DebtProof Living.” COPYRIGHT 2023 CREATORS.COM

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Dried Fruit Can Be Healthy BY CHARLYN FARGO If you look at your diet, do you get enough fruits and vegetables? For most of us, the answer is no. Only 1 in 10 Americans get the recommended two cups of fruits per day (for a 2,000-calorie diet). Fruits have important dietary benefits; they are a good source of fiber as well as key vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Fruits are also a source of carbohydrates and can offer a sweet taste without added sugars.

One way to increase your consumption is dried fruits: raisins, cranberries, apricots, banana chips. Many shy away from dried fruits because of the concentrated sugar. However, a new study shows that eating dried fruit may help people consume more nutrients and improve their overall diet quality. The study was published in October in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Researchers found that people who eat dried fruit regularly had a higher-quality diet and were more likely to get enough underconsumed nutrients such as fiber and potassium compared with people who didn’t include fruit (fresh or dried) in their diets. For the study, researchers wanted to determine whether dried fruits can play a role in filling nutrition gaps and improving diet quality. They performed a cross-sectional analysis of data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey between 2007 and 2016 and estimated the average dried fruit intake of 25,590 subjects by dietary recall. According to the data, 7.2% of subjects in the sample consumed dried fruit. Us-

ing the Healthy Eating Index as a reference, the researchers concluded that the group consuming dried fruit had overall higher-quality diets compared with subjects who did not eat dried fruit. Dried fruit eaters also had a lower mean body mass index, waist circumference and systolic blood pressure than those who did not eat dried fruit. Dried fruit often contains more fiber, vitamins and minerals per serving than their fresh counterparts. While the drying process does deplete some nutrients, some studies have shown an increase in certain phenolic compounds. But what about the extra calories? In the study, the subjects who consumed dried fruits did appear to consume more calories, but their body mass indexes were still lower and their waist circumferences still smaller. The bottom line? If you are not getting the daily recommended servings of fruit per day, try adding dried fruit to your diet. It will not only help you meet the dietary recommendation but also give you other health benefits of fiber and key nutrients.

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Q: Are sulfites in wine bad for me? A: Sulfites have been used since ancient times -- especially in winemaking. And they’re found in many everyday products, including dried fruits, pickles and seafood. Sulfites are also added to some medications. So, why is there a warning label on wine? Back in 1986, the Food and Drug Administration placed restrictions around the preservative after several people had asthma attacks from sulfites added to raw vegetables. While that sulfite sensitivity is rare, the FDA still requires any food or beverage containing 10 parts per million or more to say “contains sulfites” on the label. The bottom line is it’s not something to worry about for most of us. Charlyn Fargo is a registered dietitian with SIU School of Medicine in Springfield, Illinois, and the current president of the Illinois Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. For comments or questions, contact her at charfarg@aol.com or follow her on Twitter @NutritionRD. COPYRIGHT 2023 CREATORS.COM

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The ‘Demon Star’ After Dark BY DENNIS MAMMANA Week of Nov. 19-25, 2023 We call it the Demon Star because it winks ominously at us from the sky each evening. Well, OK, it doesn’t “wink,” but it does vary its brightness over time, and for much of history that was quite a portentous sign. I’m talking about Algol, a star in the constellation Perseus that now appears high in our northeastern sky after dark. To ancient sky watchers, this star represented the hideous monster Medusa held by Perseus, and they believed it to be the most dangerous in all the heavens. The name “Al Ghul” means a mischief-maker. The Hebrews knew it as Rosh ha Satan, Satan’s Head, and the Chinese gave it the gruesome title Tseih She, the Piled-Up Corpses. Just lovely! Modern astronomers are also interested in Algol -- aka Beta Persei -- but for very different reasons. What we find interesting is that the star doesn’t shine with a steady light but changes its brightness over time. In fact, we can watch the star dim noticeably for about five hours every 2.86 days, and then brighten once again. Why this should occur is what makes the star so fascinating. Algol is one of a class of what astronomers call eclipsing binaries. Here, two stars orbit a common center of gravity and, since their orbits lie within the plane of sightline,

they appear to eclipse each other every few days. Because Algol lies some 93 lightyears from us, even large telescopes can’t see both stars. Instead, astronomers watch its variable brightness over time (its “light curve”) to deduce the system’s true nature. This is how we’ve learned that one star is about three times larger than the sun, and the other is about 20% larger than the sun. Very precise observations have shown that there’s a third star nearby and orbiting every 1.86 years. This week you may want to check Algol out with your own eyes. Use the sky image I’ve provided to find it high in the northeastern sky after dark this week. Begin by finding the pattern of stars that form the letter “W” or “M” on its side. This is part of the constellation Cassiopeia, the queen. Below and to its right you’ll find the constellation Perseus. During the coming week, Algol will reach its dimmest several times when stargazers can be watching. For example, it will reach its minimum on Sunday, Nov. 19 at around 2:01 EST (11:01 p.m. PST on Nov. 18) and again on Tuesday, Nov. 21 at around 10:50 p.m. EST (7:50 p.m. PST). I suggest you check Algol for a few hours before and after these times and compare its brightness to that of nearby stars. From its brightness changes, you should be able to tell when it’s entering or emerging from an eclipse.

Keep in mind, however, that this week the moon will be fairly bright, and Algol may be tough to spot without binoculars. Instead, you may want to wait until the moon is out of the sky. You can learn when future minima will occur by visiting astropical.space. From

The Demon Star is actually a binary star system.

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A Ping, a Ding, and a Beep BY TRACY BECKERMAN Beep. I heard the sound in my sleep. At first it was a part of my dream, but as I started to wake up, I realized it was actually coming from somewhere in the house. I listened closely trying to place it and realized it sounded a little like the warning sound a smoke alarm gives off when the battery is dying. At this point I was wide awake and really, really annoyed, and I decided that if the battery wasn’t dying, it was definitely going to be when I got my hands on it. I turned to my husband and gave him a nudge. “Did you hear that?” I asked him, but he didn’t budge. I thought about waking him up to investigate, but I try not to do that unless I hear something scary or peculiar (or the distinct sound of the

dog throwing up). Of course, in the last case I wouldn’t typically wake him at all, but go back to sleep and pretend I never heard it so he would find the surprise in the morning instead of me. I turned my head to the door and listened for the next beep. It seemed like it might be coming from the hall. But when I got to the hall, the smoke alarm outside our room was silent. I looked down at the dog sleeping in the hall. “Did you hear that?” I asked him. But he didn’t budge either. Apparently, the sound of his own snoring drowned it out. The problem is we get all kinds of pings, dings and beeps in our house. The electric toothbrush in our bathroom beeps when the battery runs low. The refrigerator door pings if you leave it open too long. The microwave beeps

when it’s done and so does the washing machine. My cellphone pings when I get a text, my laptops pings when I get an email and my iPad pings, I think, just so it doesn’t feel left out. In truth, at any given time, the question isn’t what is beeping or pinging, but what isn’t. As I stood in the hall, I heard the beep again and realized it was actually coming from inside the bedroom. I went into the bathroom to check the electric toothbrush, but that wasn’t it. I checked my cellphone, but that wasn’t it. I checked the alarm clock, but that wasn’t it either. Then I heard the beep again and realized, without a doubt, that it was coming from... My husband. I moved a little closer and waited. Beep. It was coming from his nose. Some people snore. Some people

whistle from their nose. And one person, apparently, beeps. I laughed out loud and then clamped my hand over my mouth. But it was too late. I had woken my husband up. “Hey, what’s going on?” he complained. “You woke me up.” “It’s OK,” I replied. “You were done sleeping.” “What do you mean?” he protested. “It’s three o’clock in the morning!” “I know. But you are definitely done,” I assured him. “Huh? How do you know?” “You beeped.” Tracy Beckerman is the author of the Amazon Bestseller, “Barking at the Moon: A Story of Life, Love, and Kibble,” available on Amazon and Barnes and Noble online! You can visit her at www. tracybeckerman.com COPYRIGHT 2023 CREATORS.COM

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Makes 15 servings 1 fresh turkey, about 15 pounds, preferably free-range 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 quart apple cider 2 teaspoons dried poultry seasoning Coarse sea salt and freshly ground black pepper 1) Remove the giblets from the turkey and discard (or save for another use). Rinse the turkey inside and out and pat dry with paper towels. Rub it all over with salt and pepper. Refrigerate, uncovered, for at least 12 hours and up to 24 hours. During that time, the surface of the turkey will become visibly dry and the skin will tighten; this encourages a nice crisp skin on the finished bird. 2) Remove the turkey from the refrigerator 1 hour before you plan to start roasting. Preheat the oven to 450° F. 3) Put the turkey on a rack set in a large, flameproof roasting pan. Drizzle the oil over the top. 4) Roast for 1 hour. Reduce

the oven temperature to 175° F. Pour the cider into the roasting pan and sprinkle the poultry seasoning in the liquid. Continue roasting until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of a thigh (but not touching bone) registers to 170° F. 5) Transfer the turkey to a carving board, tent loosely with aluminum foil, and let rest for about 15 minutes (see tip). Meanwhile, skim the fat from the surface of the liquid in the pan. Put the roasting pan over two burners and bring the pan drippings to a boil over high heat. Cook until the juices reduce and thicken slightly, enough to coat a spoon, about 10 minutes. Taste for seasoning. Carve the turkey

and serve with cider pan juices. Resting tip: Slow-roasted meats need far less resting time (pretty much none) than those that are traditionally roasted. The reason for resting meat that has been roasted at a high temperature is to allow juices that have collected in the cooler center time to migrate back into the dryer (hotter) exterior sections after it comes out of the oven. Because slow-roasted meats are cooked evenly and a temperature that keeps most of the juices in place, a resting period is largely unnecessary. A brief resting time does allow the meat to become a little firmer as it cools, making it easier to carve.

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2 assists) rounded out the goal scoring. Aaron Li, James Derosa and Henrik Erroll each had assists. The Wings out shot the Cyclones 50 to 7. Lucas Ferrucci recorded the win in net.

Eamon Harrington with the puck trying to find Jake McDevit and Liam Mijares.

Game time - Wings about to take to the ice.

Lucas Ferrucci with some alone time.

Breaker Seidenberg about to let a shot rip.

Puck drop, Kieran Moon and Breaker Seidenberg on defense.

James Derosa with an on the tape pass to Ryan Schoppner.

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GCMS Wings fly thru RVC Cyclones

Garden City beat Rockville Centre 8-2 on November 5. Steven Toro ( 1 goal, 4 assists) and Breaker Seidenberg (4 goals, 1 assist) each had 5 points. Liam Mijares and Ryan Schoppner (2 goals,

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Garden City Casino hosts Finals Weekend

The Garden City Casino capped off its 2023 tennis season with the popular “Finals Weekend” tournament and celebration. Throughout the summer tennis season, we hold competitive & fun tennis tournaments and the final matches are played at the end of the season. The success of Finals Weekend

is due to the hard work of many enthusiastic volunteers who organize the event and also serve as line judges and chair umpires. A big thank you goes out to the tennis chairpersons and to the volunteer board for making this such a successful and enjoyable weekend!

Mixed Doubles winners Jeff & Trina Coviello with runners up Jen Soper & Mike Quinn.

John Daly, Nels Larsson, Brad Ramsland, Keith Becker, Jim Murphy

The winning Coonertys! Father & son duo Sean & Dylan won Men’s A Doubles, Dylan won Men’s A Singles, and proud mom Ada won Women’s B Singles.

Trina Coviello and Sam Mangieri won the Women's Casino Cup.

B Singles winner Mike Sambus with runner-up Ryan Seifert.

Women’s 100s winners Jeanne Hart and Gina Leake.

Thank you Al Volkl for his beautifully hand-crafted cornhole game!

Women’s B Doubles runners-up Danielle Molaison & Amy O'Leary with winners Linda Mariacher & Sivan Chapman.

Runners-up for the Casino Cup Lori Rubino & Bernadette Sullivan.

A Singles runner-up Erin Doherty, winner Jen Soper, and their eagle-eyed line judge.

Hard-working tennis chairs Jeanne Hart, Joanna D’Antonio & Kevin Kiely.

Women’s A doubles runners-up Leake & Doherty, chair umpire Ellen Mauk, winners Soper & Doherty.

Janet Miller serves it up!

Tony Cordio, Enza Cordio. Bernadette Sullivan.

Jen Finley Volkl, Lori Ramsland.

Kathy Larsson, Nancy Becker, Gerri Trapani.

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Garden City Casino hosts Finals Weekend

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Thunder 9s (Diez) win! On to the championships!

On Sunday, the Thunder 9s - Diez beat Farmingdale 13-7 in a hard-fought match-up to advance to the championships. Incredible effort by the entire Thunder defense held Farmingdale scoreless across three quarters, with huge stops on 4th downs. For the Thunder offense, Jackson Gallogly (44) caught a pass from QB Nicholas Diez (12) for a TD and Grayson

Pepicelli (28) scored an extra point and ran an incredible 60+yards for a TD. Jackson and Grayson were players of the game alongside "unsung heroes" Robbie Sampson (40) and Eric Melendez (88) for their solid contributions all game and all season-long. Next stop: the Championship game at Mitchel Field this Sunday at 10am vs Bellmore. Go Thunder!!!

Thunder 9s - Diez - team and coaches are all smiles after their playoff victory.

Eric Melendez (88) congratulates Grayson Pepicelli (28) on his 60-yard TD run.

Robbie Sampson (40), Grayson Pepicelli (28), Nicholas Diez (12), Colin Miller (4), and Eric Melendez (88) walk out for the coin toss.

Thunder 9s - Diez - defense with one of their many incredible 4th down stops.

Jackson Gallogly (44) scores a TD off a great pass by QB Nicholas Diez (12)

The Thunder 9s - Diez - offense gets set for a big play.

Winter Swim Lessons at Adelphi

Children’s swimming lessons for Village residents will be held at the Adelphi Pool in Woodruff Hall on Saturday mornings beginning Saturday, December 2, for 9 weeks. The fee for this program is $150 per child. Registration begins Monday, November 20. For more information please visit Gardencityrecreation.org.

Swim Instructors Wanted for Saturday Swim Program!

Our 10-week youth lesson program is held at Adelphi University on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. beginning December 2nd. If you are interested in teaching or would like more information regarding this employment opportunity, give us a call at 516 465-4075 or email Steve Espey at sespey@aol.com.

Adult Evening Programs at the Field House

The Recreation Adult Programs in the Field House begin on Wednesday, October 11 according to the following schedule: • Mondays: Mens’ Basketball 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 10 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. Evening Basketball Membership for Adult Residents

Evening Basketball Membership for Adult Residents

Evening basketball membership applications for unlimited play during Recreation and Parks Adult Basketball season are now available at the Recreation Office. This application for resident membership covers the season beginning October 11, 2023 to May 23, 2024. This membership is open to any individual who is a resident of the Inc.

Village of Garden City. It covers unlimited dates of play during our evening basketball program for the membership holder only under the rules and regulations set forth by the Garden City Recreation Department. The fee for membership will be $185. Proof of residency or proof of graduating Garden City High School is required. To register for membership, please visit the Recreation Administrative Office at 108 Rockaway Avenue to complete an application and return the form with full payment. Checks should be made payable to the “Village of Garden City.” Please make selections carefully as fees are not returnable.

St. Paul’s Fieldhouse Adult Pickleball Program

Pickleball will begin again in St. Paul’s Fieldhouse on Tuesday, October 10. 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 10 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.

Evenings Only Platform Court Membership Application for Residents

Platform Tennis membership applications for evening only play are now available at the Recreation Office. This application for resident membership covers the season beginning September 15, 2022 to April 30, 2023. This membership is open to any individual who is a resident of the Inc. Village of Garden City. It covers unlimited play after 5 p.m. for membership holder only under the rules and regulations set forth by the Garden City Recreation Department. The fee for membership will be $165. To register for membership, please visit the Recreation Administrative Offices at 108 Rockaway Ave. Checks should be made payable to the “Village of Garden City.”

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GARDEN CITY RECREATION AND PARK NEWS

Platform Court Membership Application for Residents

Platform tennis membership applications for unlimited play are now available at the Recreation Office. This application for resident membership covers the season beginning September 15, 2022 to April 30, 2023. This membership is open to any individual who is a resident of the Inc. Village of Garden City. It covers unlimited play for the membership holder only under the rules and regulations set forth by the Garden City Recreation Department. The fee for membership will be $250.00. To register for membership, please visit the Recreation Administrative Office at 108 Rockaway Avenue to complete an application and return the form with full payment. Checks should be made payable to the “Village of Garden City.”

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Thunder (Stoller) 11s finish among the elite The Thunder (Stoller) 11s concluded their Thunder careers this past Sunday, falling to the Massapequa Mustangs in the first round of the NCYFL Class A Division playoffs. For as long as the Thunder have been playoff eligible (which began in their 9-year-old season, as their 8-yearold season was suspended due to the COVID pandemic), the Thunder have finished in the top 4 of their division, including a second-place finish in the 2021 season when the Thunder competed in the Class A Division Championship on the turf at Mitchel Field. The Thunder are one of only two teams to accomplish that feat during the Thunder’s tenure. Dating back to their 7-year-old season, the Thunder finished with a career 23-12-1 record, a testament to their commitment to excellence on a yearly basis. The Thunder players, throughout the years, understood what was required of them to compete at a high level, and they made the choice to do so for themselves and each other. This year’s Thunder squad was no different, putting together another magical season and earning the right to compete with the class of the NCYFL 11U division. Packed within the Thunder’s sustained success are endless story lines of player achievements, growth, and triumphs. Starting from the newest members of this year’s Thunder team (Nick Gold, Jeremy Quinlan, Anthony Oppedisano, Jeffrey Fong, Gianiel Galarza, Matthew Lyons, and Ryan Hook) to the influx of players during the 8, 9, and 10-yearold seasons (Owen Arneson, Donald Clavin, Leo Delaney, Michale Fedor, Luke Finelli, Connor Fromkin,

The 2023 Thunder (Stoller) 11s. Will Fruzzetti, Matthew Garufi, Michael Kennedy, Nate Kong, James Livingston, Jaxson Pepicelli, Jack Roller, and Colin Slevin), to the grizzled veterans (Landon Stoller, Dylan Vaillant, Peter Hamilton, Hayes Kelleher, Andrew Bruno, Zachary Argenziano, James Sardelis, Patrick Hegmann, and JB Lattuca), the Thunder tradition of family, loyalty, and camaraderie was passed down from year to year and became part of the fabric that made this team so special. A bond that will surely never be broken. The Thunder Family extended, of course, beyond the players. Without question, the parent support of the Thunder (Stoller) 11s throughout the

The Thunder game captains call one last toss.

years was unmatched. Whether it was tailgates, team events, or our weekly hype reels (thank you, Jess!), you made our Thunder family unit stronger. We heard you when we were coming back against Franklin Square last season in our epic 21-14 come from behind win, we heard you when we were building up an insurmountable lead against Farmingdale this year that secured our spot in the top 4 of our division, and we certainly heard you when we toppled the Hempstead Tigers to earn our spot in the 9U Class A Division Championship Game. Without your support both on game day and outside of the lines, we would not have been able to achieve the success that we had on and off the field. Thank you for allowing us coaches the opportu-

The Spirit Cheer 6 (Pink) team.

nity to play a part in the development of your children. That huge responsibility was never lost on us, and we are so thankful that we were able to partake in such a meaningful way in your and your children’s lives. Another staple of the Thunder season was the support of the Spirit Cheer 6 (Pink) Team, who travelled to Massapequa to lead the cheers of the Thunder fans one last time. The Thunder thank the Spirit Cheer team for their unwavering support all of these years! To the Thunder players, we look forward to watching you all grow-up and turn into young men and achieve great things, football related or not. You all have the tools necessary to succeed! Go Thunder!!

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Thunder 9s (Reilly) complete another successful season

Home games always end with a team tailgate! See everyone next season!

Future Trojans Will Capparelli, Conor Hegarty, Connor Reilly, Brooks Galli and Ben Goettelmann cheer on the GCVFB team at the County Semis with Coach Reilly & Galli.

The Reilly Thunder 9s’ season came to an end last Sunday at Burns Park with a first round playoff loss at the hands of defending champ and #1 ranked Massapequa Mustangs. Despite the result, Team Reilly compiled an outstanding 5 (wins)-2 (losses)-2 (ties) record, which was good enough for a fourth place finish in

fice, and the coaching staff could not be more proud. The team will finish its activities this Sunday at Mitchel Field cheering on the Thunder 9s Team Diez and Thunder 11s Team Takvor who are competing in NCYFL playoff finals! Only 258 days to August 1, 2024… GO THUNDER!!

the 20-team NCYFL 9-year-old division. More than wins and losses, the kids continued to work hard and improve throughout the season, and develop friendships that will extend far beyond the gridiron. Each team member demonstrated football’s most important life lessons: commitment, determination and self-sacri-

The “Swarm° Corbett, Crain, Capparelli, Ordas and Mijares!

Capparelli and Frosch clear the road for Howald!

Zonnenfelt moves a Mustang out of the way!

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Thunder Ring 7s triumph over Levittown, finish debut season 6-2

Thunder Ring 7s and the Garden City Spirit Blue Dolphins. The Thunder Ring 7s won their third straight game, securing an 18-13 victory over a strong Levittown team, to conclude a successful inaugural season at 6-2! Liam Calderone (15) ignited the Thunder offense with a long touchdown run on the second play of the game. The rest of the first half was a defensive battle between two of the league’s better teams. Luke Donnelly (1) caused a first half fumble, recovered by Calderone, and the Thunder offense launched a valiant drive but were stopped short of the goal line. Defensively, Luca Plati (21) made the play of the game with a goal line tackle and strip, resulting in a fumble recovered by Henry Ofenloch (34). The thrilling effort on Thunder’s own 2-yard line preserved a slim 6-0 halftime lead. In the second half, the Thunder offensive line won the day, consistently dominating a physical Levittown defense. Luke Donnelly (1), Declan Ring (12), Alex Masterson (32), Charlie Gehnrich (12) and Julian Agnetti (56) worked together to drive the Pride off the ball and

The offensive line preparing for the snap.

open holes for the running backs. Henry Ofenloch (34) had a pair of nice runs and Christian Fodera (19) fought for crucial yards. Eventually the hard work paid off when Liam Calderone (15) exploited a nice hole up the middle and turned it into a 30-yard touchdown run. The effort gave Thunder a 2 touchdown lead they would never surrender. On defense, William Sessa (18) recovered another fumble, while Dominic Donovan (11), Logan Meditz (82), Jack Ketcher (10), Tyler Keeby (5), Emmett Walker (8), Anthony Constantino (33) & Jack Wenk (43) contributed important tackles and made the Pride fight for every yard. After Levittown trimmed the Thunder lead to 12-6, Carter Coratti (88) carried the offense on a game sealing touchdown drive late in the second half. Coratti exploded for 40 yards over 2 carries to put Thunder in the redzone. The offensive line stepped up once again, manhandling a tiring Levittown defense and creating a large rushing lane Coratti was able to exploit, capping the scoring with a 10-yard touchdown dash to

Liam Calderone (5) with one of his two touchdowns of the game.

Luke Donnelly (1) with a tackle.

Henry Ofenloch (34) with a running play. push the Thunder lead to 18-6. With the game in hand, the team was able to enjoy the remaining minutes of their inaugural Thunder season. Coaches Steve Ring, Greg

Carter Coratti (88) securing a touchdown.

Calderone, Joe Plati, Scott Gehnrich and Dave Coratti are immensely proud of the boys and look forward to 4 more years of Thunder football!

Got sneakers? Connor Escoffery, a junior at GCHS, is holding a drive for gently used and/or new sneakers and cleats to donate to those around the world who are not as fortunate as many of us. Please drop off your donations at the GC Turkey Trot or email gcsneakerdrive@gmail.com or visit www.

gcsneakerdrive.com for an alternative dropoff address and time. Collection dates and times: • November 22: 6 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. • November 23: 8 a.m. – 10 a.m. Location: Race Bib Pickup at St. Paul’s, 285 Stewart Ave., Garden City.

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Portraits Hempstead Town Clerk Kate Murray (left) assisted Joe and Kathleen Bereswill of Garden City as they applied for passports on October 5, at Hempstead Town Hall. For more information about the Town Clerk’s Office, please visit hempsteadny.gov/ town-clerks-office or call (516) 812-3046.

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Sneaker drive at Garden City Turkey Trot

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X-country team learns women’s running history

Twenty-five members of the Sacred Heart Academy cross-country team heard stories about the courage of early women runners who paved the way for women’s running in America at a Runner in Red Foundation presentation November 14 offered by Tom Murphy, author of the Boston Marathon novel, “Runner in Red,” with input from running expert, Clare Flannery. Girls show off copies of the book they received compliments of a sponsor – the story explores the history of women’s running and raises funds to cure lung cancer. Murphy is founder of the Runner in Red Foundation, a 501c3 that conducts the Runner in Red 5K each March. Goal is to expand the presentation to schools and running clubs throughout NY to raise awareness for the history of women’s running and promote a cure for lung cancer, which takes the lives of more women than any other cancer. Full details at RunnerinRed.com.

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In a rematch of the season opener, the Garden City High School varsity football team played the 6-3 Gladiators of New Hyde Park Memorial High School in a conference semifinal game held at Hofstra University. Having defeated the Gladiators in September, the 9-0 Trojans were looking for another victory on Saturday, November 11. New Hyde Park started the game on offense and rushed the ball three straight times but Matthew Liberopoulos, Owen Holtzman, Tyler Gorman, and Daniel Morizio held them to zero yards. Michael Berkery spied a 10-foot-wide hole created by Holtzman, Aidan Considine, and Brendan Bohn to his right and Justin Gisolfi, Matt Reilly, and Jack Alkin to his left, and raced 28 yards up the middle of the field. Carson

Kraus followed that with a 21-yard quarterback keeper and Berkery capped the drive with a 1-yard touchdown run. Long snapper Jake Schlipf connected with holder Cooper Kraus, and Christopher Desiderio kicked the extra point to give GC a 7-0 lead. NHP stuck with the ground game but its runners were stopped by Matthew Kephart, John Uhoda, and Daniel Medjid and the Gladiators punted. Following a first down pass from Carson Kraus to Danny Psaki, Blake Cascadden rushed for a 3-yard touchdown. Berkery intercepted a long pass early in the second quarter and on the next play took a short screen pass from Carson Kraus to the endzone for a 62-yard score. Berkery picked up a key block from Cooper Kraus, who had

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sprinted across the field and managed to take out two NHP defenders without using his hands. On the following kickoff, Owen Wuchte knocked down the potential returner and recovered the ball for Garden City on the 13-yard line. Berkery followed blockers Cascadden, Considine and Brady Karol and scored on a 9-yard run. Later, on first down, Carson Kraus threw to Cascadden, who snagged the ball with one hand and raced downfield for a 79-yard play. Berkery then scored on a 9-yard run and, following the extra point from Desiderio, GC led 35-0. Medjid, Liberopoulos, Stamati Makrinos, Jimmy Trocchia, and James Ullrich shut down the NHP offense to end the half. Team defense and tackles by Trocchia, Wuchte, Anthony Asaro, and

Justin Baiker stopped the Gladiators in the third quarter. Declan Wuchte took the helm at quarterback and linemen Josh Cohen, Joseph Pino, Luke LeSueur, Campbell, Jake Brown, and James Nugent powered the ground game for Leo Votruba, Owen Wuchte, Baiker and Asaro. The GC defense continued to stop the Gladiators. Julian Galli, Andrew Dengler, Declan Wuchte, and Brett Karr converged on the NHP running back to force a fumble that was recovered by Karr. Galli, Lawe, Dengler, Brown, and Taylor Minuto had tackles before time expired. Final score: Garden City 35, New Hyde Park 0. The Trojans face Carey in the finals on Saturday, November 18, at 12:30 p.m. at Hofstra.

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Varsity Football defeats New Hyde Park in semifinals

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