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St. Paul’s: What’s next? BY RIKKI MASSAND

The Garden City High School Trojans beat Carey High School 35-7 to win the Nassau County Championship on November 18th. The Trojans will play North Babylon on Saturday, November 25th at Stony Brook for the Long Island Championship. See page 54.

Board approves County’s red light cameras; no revenue for village BY RIKKI MASSAND At its meeting on Thursday, November 16 the Village Board of Trustees approved the installation of red light cameras on Nassau County roadways within Garden City’s borders, despite the fact that the village will probably not share in the revenue generated by the issuSee page 38

ance of traffic violation tickets from the cameras. Enforcement of illegal actions recorded on the new red light cameras will be the responsibility of the Nassau County Parking and Traffic Violations Bureau and not the Garden City Police Department. Village Trustee Charles Kelly is the chairperson of the Garden City Traffic

Commission. He noted the Board’s agenda item to support more red light cameras, and the far-reaching objective. “This was unanimously approved by the Traffic Commission as we believe it will contribute to increased pedestrian and traffic safety in the village. We’ve also asked State Sen. Kevin Thomas to put See page 38

Nearly four weeks after Garden City’s historic vote on the future of St. Paul’s, Mayor Mary Carter Flanagan provided some insights on the next steps in the process. Mayor Flanagan said the Village is intent on developing a future facility at St. Paul’s, after roughly 61% of those who took part in the poll voted to preserve at least some of the building, either through preserving the facade or through adaptive reuse. Village Trustee Michele Harrington pleaded for clarity and teamwork among all village trustees. She stated that she’s remaining very open-minded and would like input from many individuals it would make sense to hear from, adding that communication and collaboration should no longer be barriers. “One of the things I find really important but that we’re not doing successfully yet is that amongst the Village Board we are not all talking and there is not equal access to talking about what’s going on with St. Paul’s. We need to do that and we need to include everybody. We need to make peace, we need to be adults and we need to move forward,” she said. Harrington explained what she feels to be the next steps for the village: the knowledge, assets and ideas that were put together See page 39

Gym memberships for firefighters approved BY RIKKI MASSAND

At its meeting on Thursday, November 16, the Village Board of Trustees approved a temporary measure to provide volunteer members of the Garden City Fire Department with a suitable place to get their exercise in and use gym equipment. The firefighters and chiefs will do so as new gym members at New York Sports Club (NYSC) located at 833 Franklin Avenue. The cost for gym memberships, not to exceed $15,000, was approved by the Board. Approximately 30 members, or less than one-third of Fire Department volunteers, had expressed interest in the NYSC membership when the idea was suggested. The November 16 See page 9

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A WORD FROM THE PUBLISHER

Small Business Saturday

Now that we are all recovering from our food induced Thanksgiving coma, let the shopping begin! Everyone knows about Black Friday, and the (often ephemeral) sweet deals that are available from retailers. But did you know about Small Business Saturday? That’s the day after Black Friday, and it’s a day to check out special deals from the smaller businesses in our community. Instead of braving the mobs at the mall, or sending your money to a faceless mega corporation, you can buy the gifts that you need right here at small businesses. From personal pampering services at salons, to interesting items at boutiques, there is something for everyone on your list right here in town.

Local businesses are also going to be a lot more responsive if a problem arises or if you need a special item. They know that customer satisfaction is what keeps them in business. Small businesses are also the backbone of the community for financial reasons. A healthy business sector pays property taxes to the village and schools. Local businesses also help support charitable groups such as Rotary and Kiwanis by donating items for special events, or sponsoring sports teams. Garden City has a pretty healthy small business sector, as evidenced by the low vacancy rate in the shopping districts. Help keep it that way by buying your holiday gifts close to home!

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To the Editor: You can support small retailers and restaurants by joining me and your neighbors on the thirteenth annual national Small Business Saturday, this coming November 25th. Small Business Saturday began on November 27, 2010. It was in response to both Black Friday (large stores) and Cyber Monday (e-commerce stores). Small Business Saturday is designed for those starting holiday shopping to patronize small along with local community based business. Many small independent businesses are at the mercy of suppliers, who control the price they have to pay for merchandise. The employees go out of their way to help find what I need. Customer service is their motto. As an independent mom and pop store, they don't have the bulk buying purchasing

power that Amazon or large national chain stores have. This is why they sometimes charge a little more. It is worth the price to avoid the crowds and long lines at larger stores in exchange for the convenience and friendly service your neighborhood community store offers. Our local entrepreneurs have continued the good fight to keep their existing staff and suppliers employed without layoffs and canceling supply orders. They work long hours, pay taxes, keep people employed and help fight crime by serving as the eyes and ears of neighborhoods. Foot traffic is essential for the survival of neighborhood commercial districts. The owners of independent mom and pop stores are the backbone of our neighborhood commercial districts. Show your support by making a purchase. Larry Penner

EAB plans sustainability discussion on Jan. 10

Please join the Garden City Environmental Advisory Board for a round-table discussion on sustainability! The meeting will take place at the Village Hall Board Room on January 10, at 7:30 p.m. The discussion will explore sustainability at different stages of life. Participants will address how to practice sustainability, as well as the importance of sustainability in career paths. The discussion will aim to align schools, businesses and jobs with envi-

ronmental concerns. The roundtable discussion is open to all community members interested. There will be an emphasis on volunteer and career opportunities in the growing field of sustainability. High school and college students, as well as recent graduates, or individuals involved in an environmental initiative or program are invited to lead the discussion. If interested please email: mcarterflanagan@gardencityny. net

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BY RIKKI MASSAND The Village Board of Trustees’ meeting agenda for Thursday, November 16, featured a priority discussion item on local commerce. The first topic on the ageda involved an “update on the Smoke and Vape Shop” proposed for the corner of Franklin Avenue and Seventh Street. During the days prior to the meeting concerned residents had flooded social media pages with concerns that the new business would be bad for the village. However, at the start of the meeting, Mayor Mary Carter Flanagan announced, “I am happy to report that the parties to the lease agreement for the Smoke and Vape Shop planned for Franklin Avenue and Seventh Street have verbally agreed to terminate the lease – we expect this to be finalized shortly. I would like to thank in particular the women of Garden City who wrote so eloquently in their emails to me and other members of the Board of Trustees and in online posts about their serious concerns on how this (proposed Smoke and Vape Shop) could impact their children. I shared all of those concerns, wholeheartedly, as do

the other members of the Village Board of Trustees. The response to an online petition started by village residents was resounding, and your voices have been heard.” The mayor said the village and constituents are lucky in this case the landlord facilitated the ability of his tenant to exit the lease for the corner of Seventh and Franklin. “All parties came to appreciate that this was not the right fit for the location.” Some rumors were quickly dispelled as Mayor Carter Flanagan noted that the lease signed by the Smoke and Vape Shop for the location never came before the Board of Trustees for any approvals. “The lease of the property as it was done did not require any board approval, based on our Village Code. There are communities that have addressed this particular topic in their codes and village counsel has been researching that legislation on our behalf, so Garden City can look to do so as well,” the mayor said. She concluded her comments on the Smoke and Vape Shop’s change of plans with a special note of thanks to John See page 38

BY LINDA M. RYAN FOR SAY NO TO THE CASINO A state Supreme Court Justice agreed with Hofstra University that the Nassau County Planning Commission and Legislature violated state law in approving the transfer of the lease for the Nassau Coliseum and adjoining property to the Las Vegas Sands Corp. Sands plans to construct a casino and entertainment complex on the site. As a result of the violations, the judge annulled both the resolution of the Planning Commission and vote of the Legislature approving the lease transfer, as well as the lease itself, which was signed by County Executive Bruce Blakeman and Sands President Zac Hudson. The Sands Corp. is not a party to the litigation. The court found that the Planning Commission failed to hold public hearings in accordance with the Open Meeting Law and that the Legislature failed to take a “hard look” at the environmental impact of the lease transfer, as required by the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA). Judge Sarika Kapoor wrote in her deci-

sion that “either of these violations, independently, is a sufficient ground to annul” the action of Planning Commission, Legislature, and the lease. She remitted the matter to the Planning Commission to “conduct new public hearings in accordance with all relevant statutes” and for the Legislature to follow the requirements of SEQRA by conducting the mandatory environmental review. Attorneys for the defendants obtained an emergency stay of the lower court’s order from the Appellate Division, Second Department within days of the decision. The stay temporarily halts enforcement of the judge’s order. The defendants also filed a Notice of Appeal of the decision and made a motion to expedite the appeal. Hofstra did not oppose the motion to expedite the appeal. The parties were due in court before the Appellate Division on November 21 when that court was to consider whether the emergency stay of the enforcement of Judge Kapoor’s order should continue and whether the defendants should be permitted to appeal the decision.

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From page 1 Board agenda item noted, “Use by members will be monitored by the Fire Department, in conjunction with the New York Sports Club, and then shared with the Village. Keeping our firefighters in good shape should be a priority for the Village. In addition, this will help with recruiting new members.” Garden City Fire Chief Matthew Pearn explained the reasons for the request to the Board. “We are required to provide a gym for our members and we are looking to have an avenue for our members to work out and stay in shape,” Pearn shared. He also spoke about GCFD’s intent to comply fully with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standard No. 1583 which outlines how a complete health-related fitness program (HRFP) should be available for the members of fire departments involved in emergency operations. Chief Pearn reported that NFPA 1583 is one of the many standards that the Garden City Fire Department seeks to follow. “As many of you are aware of our current facilities’ status, the gym presently offered to our members is currently located on the apparatus bay floors here at Fire Station No. 1 (GCFD Headquarters attached to Village Hall, 351 Stewart Avenue). Over the years the insurance company has requested we remove the gym area from there, and the Village Building Department has also come by to advise us how it had to be removed from that area due to safety factors,” he said. Deputy Mayor Bruce Chester shared the concern and reported that both insurance and the loss control professionals working with the Village of Garden City have expressed a need to relocate gym space and equipment at Fire Headquarters, to move people and equipment away from behind the large parked fire trucks.

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Trustee Bruce Torino asked who exactly is purchasing the GCFD volunteers’ memberships, and what their utility is to the unit. Before the discussion last week, he spent time investigating the NYSC membership proposal and said he found a lower rate for memberships offered at the Planet Fitness gym. As he commented on it potentially being an option, Trustee Torino also questioned Chief Pearn whether or not Garden City officials should reach out to Adelphi University for the use of their gym as he reported that the college has “quite the extensive facility.” He asked Chief Pearn if an Adelphi gym was investigated by the GCFD leadership and if they considered how that

could be “more advantageous – financially or procedurally.” Pearn replied that the GCFD has increased its partnerships with Adelphi but given the proximity of where many GCFD volunteers live to New York Sports Club on Franklin, just across the street from Fire Station No. 1, the availability of members in the event of a fire alarm showed value. “Unfortunately we can’t schedule when an alarm will go off. Having our members closer to the fire station would be advantageous to us, and the costs would be quite similar. Adelphi or another option could be something we’d look into but given the current predicament we are in,” Pearn noted. Trustee Torino also brought up the overarching recruitment effort and the 25% Adelphi tuition discount for all GCFD volunteers. Trustee Ed Finneran asked if the GCFD negotiated a lower price for NYSC memberships due to the ‘bulk purchase.’ Chief Pearn responded that indeed a discounted price is being charged for the memberships.

Renovations planned for fire stations?

The agreement for NYSC memberships is not permanent, according to Pearn. He explained, “This is just a temporary solution and it isn’t going to be permanent. It is a temporary fix to ensure our members have somewhere to work out and stay in shape for the rigors of the job.” An intriguing prospect to emerge related to the outfitting of village fire stations in the years ahead. Trustee Torino asked Chief Pearn where the new gym facilities would be located in the future if NYSC memberships are for only the short-term. Pearn responded that there would be new space developed at Fire HQ. The steps in a redesign for Fire Station No. 1 on Stewart Avenue will include a proposed new gym area. “We have had preliminary conversations with the Village’s Building Department and Superintendent Giuseppe Giovanniello about enhancing Fire HQ as it’s quite antiquated – we also need to consider where at Fire HQ we could put in a gym that is adequate, safe and clean for our members to work out in. We are looking to bring it back into the firehouse but not where it’s currently located,” Pearn commented. Deputy Mayor Bruce Chester noted that having the local fire department staff (in this case, volunteers) take time for their health is important. “Doing something like this with NYSC is adequate until we can figure out a long-term solution to get a gym in Fire Station No. 1 – it is a requirement to have our firefighters kept in good shape,” he said.

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Garden City Real Estate Market Information

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130 Pine Street

RECENT REAL ESTATE SALES IN GARDEN CITY

Date: 11/16/2023 Sold price: $1,070,000 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths Architectural Style: Cape Annual taxes: $12,229 Lot size: .14 acre MLS number: 3507563 The Seller’s Team: Kathleen Lucchese, Daniel Gale Sothebys The Buyer’s Team: Alyson Esposito, Daniel Gale Sothebys

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

Mortgage Rates this week from www.nerdwallet.com

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

Interest Rate 7.145% 6.311% 7.431%

APR 7.227% 6.444% 8.048%

Long Island Sales Data From One Key MLS Month

Oct - 2023 Sept - 2023 Aug - 2023 July-2023 June-2023 May-2023 Apr -2023 Mar - 2023 Feb - 2023 Jan - 2023

Nassau County Median Sale Price Current Year Prior Year

$725,000 $735,000 $728,500 $725,000 $690,000 $665,000 $655,000 $649,500 $640,000 $660,000

$675,000 $699,000 $700,000 $720,000 $716,000 $685,000 $668,500 $650,000 $650,000 $650,000

% Change

7.4 5.2% 4.1 0.7 -3.6 -2.9 -2.0 -0.1 -1.5% 1.5

Brand new to GC market, Introducing beautiful 130 Pine Street. This completely and newly renovated Cape Cod charmer offers every amenity for modern updated living coupled with extremely attractive LOW TAXES @$12,200.00. Impeccably maintained inside and out, this lovely 3 bedroom, 2 full bathroom home has been completely updated throughout 2021-2023. Offering first floor living room with wood burning fireplace, large formal dining room, delightfully and newly finished kitchen with stainless steel chef appliances and granite countertops, and ideal first floor primary bedroom with new bathroom. Second floor offers 2 additional sizeable bedrooms and new hall bathroom. Large Oversized basement has newly tiled floor and is ready to finish as recreation room, office or additional bonus space. The very private and picturesque private yard with mature landscaping is fenced in, and offers beautiful outdoor entertaining space and relaxation retreat. Additional amenities include new landscaping, New exterior and interior doors and hardware, new front path to driveway, Gas in the house, updated electrical and so much more. Proximity to public transportation, park, shops, restaurants and the heart of the village of Garden City, this home truly has it all making it an excellent purchase opportunity. A very special home.

43 Brixton Road

172 Kildare Road Date: 11/14/2023 Sold price: $2,500,000 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 1 half bath Lot size:.16 Architectural style: Colonial Annual Taxes: $ 31,473 MLS number: 3503369 The Seller’s Team: Laura Carroll, Compass Greater NY The Buyer’s Team: Brigid Marmorowski, Daniel Gale Sothebys Intl Realty

Date: 11/21/2023 Sold price: $1,360,000 3 beds, 2 full baths Architectural Style: Tudor Annual taxes: $ 19,045 Lot size: .14 acre MLS number: 3503617 The Seller’s Team: Andrea Bharucha and Roseanne McMahon, Howard Hanna Coach The Buyer’s Team: Unlisted

Welcome to this exceptional Tudor-style home, where the leaded glass doorway welcomes you into a spacious foyer. The large sunken living room, featuring a carved stone fireplace with ‘Irish Linen’ woodwork paneling, becomes a great place to unwind. Entering the eat-in-kitchen, the cathedral ceiling creates an open and airy atmosphere. Rounding out the first floor, a full bath and cozy den/library, features access to a spacious patio, adding to the private lush yard. The winding staircase leads you to the second floor which boats three spacious, bright bedrooms, each with ample closet space and a full hall bath. Basement offers plenty of space to accommodate all your modern needs. A complete story book feel!

Like NEW Construction less than 5 years old with high 9’ first floor ceilings, herringbone floors, Wolf Appliances, Marble and Quartz Countertops. This home is the ultimate entertainment home. First floor laundry and mudroom with attached integral one car garage on pristine Garden City Estates street. Nearby to Tullamore Park, two train lines and Stratford Avenue Elementary school. 4 Graciously sized bedrooms with full bath on second level. Hotel-like Primary suite with vaulted ceilings, spectacular walk-in shower, and double walk in closets. Third floor bonus space and storage, bonus basement, gym, egress window, utilities, security system, central vacuum and more. Fully fenced in rear yard with mature landscape, turf backyard and paver stone patio. Make this absolute dream home yours.

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Westbury | 531 Pacing Way | $959,000 2 BR, 2 BA, 1 Half BA Condo | Web# 3516497

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

Michelle McArdle: M 516.306.4134 Helen Montane-Achury: M 516.850.7076

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

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POAs start Trustee candidate selection process SUBMITTED BY THE GARDEN CITY PROPERTY OWNERS' ASSOCIATIONS

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.

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The four Property Owners’ Associations (Western, Estates, Central and Eastern) announce the start of the process to select residents as candidates for the Village Board of Trustees (BOT) and the Board of Education (BOE). Under the process, any resident interested in serving as village or school board trustee can participate in a community vote in their section of the village planned for Tuesday, January 16, 2024. For example, all residents in the Eastern section will be eligible to vote in a community vote that will be held by the Eastern POA and the person chosen by the residents will be the POA candidate in the BOT or BOE general election representing that section. The candidates and voters are not required to be members of any POA. Please note that you do not have to participate in this process to appear on general election ballots for either the BOT or BOE as you can always run as an “independent” candidate by completing the applicable petitions. Village Trustee Ed Finneran successfully ran as an "independent" candidate earlier this year. In the 2024 general elections, there will be four BOT positions on the ballot (one trustee from each section of the village) on Tuesday, March 19, 2024 and two BOE positions on the ballot (an Eastern section position and an At-Large position from any section of the village) on Tuesday, May 21, 2024. The BOT positions are currently held by Michael J. Sullivan in the West, Charles P. Kelly in the Estates, Bruce A. Torino in the Central and Lawrence N. Marciano, Jr. in the East. The BOE position from the East section is held by

Joseph Sileo and the At-Large position is held by Tom Pinou. The timeline for the process is as follows: • Any resident interested in participating in the POAs' candidate selection process should send an email of interest to POATrusteeCandidates@ gmail.com by Wednesday, December 13, 2023 – either for a village trustee position rom any section of the village or for the school board position if you live in the East section or for the At-Large position from any section of the village. Please consider also submitting your resume or a link to your LinkedIn profile. Your email will be forwarded to the appropriate POA based on where you live. • Town Hall meetings would be held in each section of the village in early January to allow residents to meet the candidates and to ask questions. • The community vote by section will be held on Tuesday, January 16, 2024 where residents will vote for those residents who submitted their names for consideration. • The four winners of the POA BOT community vote will appear as candidates on the BOT general election ballot on the Community Agreement line; vote to be held on Tuesday, March 19, 2024. It is expected that other candidates will also be running for the BOT. • The winners of the POA BOE community vote for the East section and At-Large positions will appear as candidates on the BOE election ballot; vote to be held on Tuesday, May 21, 2024. Other village residents may also appear on the ballot as candidates. If you have any questions on the candidate selection process, please email us at POATrusteeCandidates@gmail. com

GCPD collects Toys for Tots With the holiday season upon us, it is a time to reflect upon how fortunate we are to have the opportunity to share these times with family and friends. As you may be aware, many children are not so fortunate. To bring some happiness to families who do not have the resources to provide a gift for their child this year, the Garden City Police Department has a gift depository for the United States Marine Corps (USMC) Toys for Tots

Program. Police Headquarters is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Your generous gifts could make a difference to a child, no matter how small. In the spirit of giving, please drop off any new, unused, and unwrapped toys into collection boxes located in the lobby of the Garden City Police Department by December 18. Last year, the Department collected several boxes of toys, which the Marines distributed to many children.

Sharon Redmond and Monica Kiely are true professionals-hardworking, trustworthy and extremely knowledgeable about their field. It has been a pleasure dealing with both Barbara is a top-notch agent. My Sharon and Monica during this process wife and I were looking for a home of selling our home. We, the Clients, were in Long Island after moving from always their focus. They respected our Manhattan. Barbara was patient time, put our interests first, answered and a good listener. As a longtime any and all of our questions, no matter resident herself and having raised how insignificant, and in a timely manner. Communication was never a problem. What several children, she provided insights on the homes that helped really mattered the most to my husband and me was that Sharon and Monica with our decision for our family. listened and acted on any of our concerns, Barbara was always accessible when needed and guided us through the always keeping our spirits up if things search and sale process thoroughlyweren’t going smoothly. Overall, it may be and with class. I highly recommendsaid, you will not go wrong in choosing this team as your Realtor. Barbara if you’re looking to purchase

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We are thankful for all our clients and customers

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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

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

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

UNDER CONTRACT

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

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Chamber Prez to speak to WPOA on Nov. 29 At the Western Property Owners Association (WPOA) general meeting on Wednesday, November 29, the WPOA welcomes John Wilton, president of the GC Chamber of Commerce, who will bring us up to date on the new happenings in the Village’s Business Districts. In addition, Western residents will be brought up to date on school, library and village issues, and directors and officers will also give reports. Additionally, the WPOA welcomes everyone to join us at our annual West End Tree Lighting, Friday night, December 8, from 6–7 p.m. Come and hear the great Christmas tunes played

by Sal Nastasi of Ready in Ten and see the song and dance performances by Broadway Bound. Western residents are reminded that if they wish to contact any director or officer with a concern, they may do so by going to the About Us/Meet the Team page on the WPOA website, gcwpoa.com, to find the appropriate officers or director to contact. 2023 membership may also be paid online by going to the Membership page. The WPOA meeting agenda includes resident participation, so please bring your concerns to the meeting.

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.

Recycling Tip of the Week Holiday Lights Holiday lights should be recycled with e-cycling at the Village Yard or call the Village 516-465-4031 for a special pick up.

Prepared by the GC EAB. See gardencityny.net for details. Get results!

Place an ad in our Classifieds for reasonable rates and prompt results. Call our Garden City office at 516-294-8900 for more information.

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Just Sold

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

We had the privilege of exclusively listing this gorgeous colonial perfectly designed and custom built by Garden City Remodeling. The property located in the Central Section of Garden City sold for the full asking price. Contact us if you are interested in discussing other opportunities for a newly constructed home in town.

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

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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Counting O B le ings and Giving Thanks

A very special thank you to all our wonderful clients for their continued confidence, support and referrals. Wishing you and your family bountiful blessings this Thanksgiving. Mary Weille

Licensed RE Associate Broker Mobile: 516.384.8833 maryweille@gmail.com

Cheryl McAuliffe

Licensed RE Salesperson Mobile: 516.383.4316 cmcauliffe01@gmail.com

SOLD

202 Wellington Road SELLING AGENTS

5 Maple Street LISTING AGENTS

10 Mulberry Street SELLING AGENTS

12 Willets Road, Manhasset SELLING AGENTS

SOLD

11 Concourse West, Brightwaters LISTING AGENTS

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Tennessee Walt (Gayden Wren) will perform at the Island Trees Public Library on December 2. Photo by The New Punctuation Army Inc. Hank Williams, the man who, more than any other, defines country music in the American mind turns 100 this year (or would, if he hadn’t died 70 years ago). To celebrate the Williams centennial, the New Yorkbased country singer Tennessee Walt will be performing an all-Williams concert on December 2 at the Island Trees Public Library. The show will include classic Williams songs such as “I Saw the Light,” “Jambalaya” and “Your Cheating Heart,” but also lesser-known Williams songs and rarities, including songs that were never commercially recorded and survived only as posthumously released demo tapes. And, as always, Walt will talk about the stories behind the songs and the man who wrote them. “In one sense, everybody knows Hank Williams,” said Gayden Wren, the former Garden City resident who performs on voice and piano as Tennessee Walt. “Even if you’re not a country fan and were born decades after his death, you’ve heard his unmistakable voice on movie soundtracks, on television and on radio. When people who don’t know country think about country, it’s his voice they hear. “On the other hand, he’s also surprisingly unknown for someone of his stature, an iconic figure who lived in the 20th century and is arguably more popular today than he’s ever been,” Wren continued. “He died at 29, released only 31 singles and no albums, never appeared in much of the country, never appeared

in a movie and is featured in less than eight minutes of surviving television footage. He did very few newspaper interviews, wrote no memoir and no books about him appeared in his lifetime. “There are a lot of things that people don’t know about Hank Williams,” he concluded, “even if they think they do. How many of his songs did he write? Where did his ideas come from? How often was he married? We don’t even really know when he died or even in what year he died. This show is an opportunity for people to hear some of the greatest American songs ever written, and also to learn some fascinating things about the man who created them.” The Hank Williams Century is the seventh show from Tennessee Walt, following on the heels of The Other Great American Songbook, Bristol & Beyond: The Birth of Country Music, Hanks a Lot!, Riding with the Outlaws, An Afternoon in the Country and Three Chords and the Truth: Country’s Greatest Songwriters. Those shows have been enthusiastically received in dozens of venues in the greater New York area, as well as in Florida, Michigan, Tennessee and Texas. Tennessee Walt’s The Hank Williams Century will be presented on Saturday, December 2, at 2 p.m. at the Island Trees Public Library, 38 Farmedge Road in Island Trees. Admission is free. For further information, call (516) 245-5262 or visit www.islandtreespubliclibrary.org.

Thanksgiving 2023 BY BOB MORGAN, JR. Just about every year since the inception of this column in 1995, I have written a piece at Thanksgiving with a view toward recognizing the many benefits that we enjoy as Americans and giving thanks for our life in this great country. I will have to admit that this column is a little harder to write this year. The world situation is currently bleak and unsettled, with major conflicts in the Ukraine and the Middle East that inevitably affect our country, and no immediate end in sight. The United States economy is, perhaps, now getting better overall, but many consumers are in a very sour mood, battered by many months of inflation and high interest rates. There is much political polarization and the favorites to be nominated by the two major parties in the upcoming election in 2024, President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump, have unfavorable overall approval ratings and a substantial number of people dislike both of them. Nevertheless, we are very privileged to live in the United States of America, and not just because our country is the richest and most powerful nation on earth, and our people enjoy a remarkably high standard of living. Even more important, the United States continues to be a land of opportunity where upward mobility is common and hard work rewarded. This is recognized around the world, as evidenced by the millions of people from all corners of the globe who would like to live here. If Americans are not politically united, we have nevertheless developed a distinct culture that reflects our values, one way or another, and this culture reverberates throughout the world. Although the term diversity can be overused or distorted, in truth we are a melting pot nation that has gained much from the many diverse cultural and national traditions of our inhabitants from around the world. This is reflected in everything from our cuisine to our music. But independently of our origins we have developed many traditions that are very much American, from big

time professional football (and the Super Bowl), to huge theme parks (and even theme casinos in Vegas), to shopping malls with extended hours, to leadership in the entertainment industry and indeed to the celebration of Thanksgiving, an American original. And, as I mention every year, we are very fortunate that the values and principles of our Constitution endure to this day. Although there is occasional debate about the limits of free speech, and occasional unjustified efforts to suppress it, the first amendment guarantees are very much alive and well. Speech and debate is robust, and sometimes raucous, but the idea of a marketplace of ideas is generally respected. This is also true of freedom of religion and assembly, and of the civil liberties afforded to criminal defendants. Generally speaking, the rule of law is respected in our courts, even if one decision or another might be disputed. While this may not be a golden age for our top political leadership, there are many people who work for government that do deserve our thanks. At the top of the list are our military and our first responders, but many other individuals also deserve our thanks, including our teachers and public health workers, for example. Many of these individuals perform difficult tasks and deserve our appreciation. Of course, much of what we have to be thankful for is on a personal, family and individual level. We are thankful for the companionship, support, and even the constructive criticism, in good times and bad. On a personal level, I have many reasons to be grateful. My late parents did their best for me and my five siblings and founded our family newspaper business. I had a wonderful wife, Maureen, who died far too soon, but was the mother of my son Robert, who continues to thrive in his business career. I must thank Regina for her love and companionship. May all of our readers have a wonderful Thanksgiving.

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THE MAYOR’S UPDATE mcarterflanagan@gardencityny.net Knowing the challenges that face the Board of Trustees in reaching our stated goal, a plan for the St. Paul’s Main Building that preserves part or all of the building, has wide community support, and can be executed, I have spent time over the last few weekends along with the deputy mayors, Bruce Chester and Larry Marciano, and Trustees Mike Sullivan and Michele Harrington meeting with residents to hear input as we formulate a plan to achieve that goal for the community. Hearing from residents passionate about saving part or all of the building has helped us as we focus on the best process for this project. We have heard from residents about the importance of a thorough needs assessment, how market research can help guide a project of this scope, the importance of being open minded, and suggestions to foster creative architectural ideas. If you think you may have ideas we have not heard that would help us in reaching our stated goal, please email me at mcarterflanagan@gardencityny. net so we can schedule a meeting. Your input is valuable as we formulate our plan to approach this challenge. If you attended the last Board of Trustee Meeting or watched it online,

you heard me emphasize how important it is that we work collaboratively to be successful, and not only on the Board of Trustees, but also in the community. Our only chance to succeed is if we set aside personal and perhaps strongly held views about what the best solution is for St. Paul’s and work together.

Smoke / Vape Shop

Parties to the lease agreement for a vape shop at the corner of Franklin Avenue and 7th Street have verbally agreed to terminate the lease. We expect this to be finalized shortly. Residents addressed serious concerns with the Mayor, Board of Trustees, and Village Staff. Response to an online petition on change.org was The Village supports Mayor Mary Carter Flanagan resounding, garnering the County’s installation nearly 1,000 signatures of red-light cameras on County roads within the Village even if the Village in two days. Your voices have been does not share in the revenue generat- heard. We are quite fortunate the landed and the tickets issued on the basis lord let the tenant exit the lease as all of the cameras are enforced in Nassau parties agreed this was not the right County Parking and Traffic Violations fit for our Village. I thank Garden Bureau. The Village has asked the City Chamber of Commerce President State Senate to pass legislation autho- John Wilton whose efforts were critirizing additional red light cameras to cal in facilitating a resolution. be installed by Nassau County so that intersections within the Village might In October Ettore Botti of Botti receive some. Police Commissioner Studios spent the afternoon reviewing Kenneth Jackson noted the Village each of the eight Chapel nave stainedhas several locations that could bene- glass windows, the three Sanctuary fit from these cameras. windows and the skylight on the floor

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Stained Glass Windows Update

above the former worship space from the interior. This included a review of the exterior and interior of the frames, the protective glazing system and the stained-glass itself. The nave and sanctuary windows have areas that run the gamut of conditions within a window which is composed of sections in various states from structural failure to stable. Mr. Botti confirmed, as had two other stained-glass companies who have visited the Chapel, that these stained-glass windows and the skylight must be removed and restored in a studio setting in a horizontal position for work to be performed properly. Due to their current state of condition structurally, and the overall characteristics of the St. Paul’s Building, including it not being heated, coupled with the fact that the majority of the stained-glass is there and restorable, it is the strong recommendation by Botti Studio that the stained-glass, metal casements, skylight stained-glass, metal skylight frame be documented in place, removed, crated and stored until final usage is determined thereby avoiding irrevocable damage or total loss due to the conditions in which

they now exist. At the November 16 Board of Trustees meeting, Trustees engaged the services of Botti Studio of Architectural Arts, Inc. for the documentation, removal, crating, delivery and storage of eight nave stained glass windows, three sanctuary stained glass windows and one skylight at a cost of $99,500. The process could take approximately six to eight weeks and Mr. Botti could begin between Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Water Fountain

As you pass by the northwest corner of Franklin and Stewart Avenues you will notice that this corner is once again adorned with a new water fountain that welcomes you. The new fountain is a complete replacement, including the electric, plumbing, basin and, of course, the fountain itself. The fountain has been winterized for the cold weather months, but it will return this spring to become part of our daily Village life. Many thanks to the Parks and DPW Departments for the selection and planning of this project that Village residents will enjoy for many years to come.

Happy Thanksgiving

I want to wish all our Village staff and residents a Happy Thanksgiving! A special Thanksgiving wish to the many residents who volunteer their time and expertise to make Garden City a great place to live.

Happening in Garden City

Monday, November 27th 1:30 p.m. Movie Matinée: Gunga Din at the Library. Tuesday, November 28th 6:30 p.m. Architectural Design Review Board meeting at Village Hall 9:30 a.m. Morning Pickleball at the Field House. Nominal fee. Call the Recreation Office at 465-4075 for more info. Wednesday, November 29th 7:00 p.m. Holiday Teen Talent Night at the Library. Must register. 7:30 p.m. Village Meet and Greet at the Senior Center 7:30 p.m. Adult Men’s Basketball at the Field House. Nominal fee. Call the Recreation Office at 465-4075 for more info. Thursday, November 30th 7:30 p.m. Adult Volleyball at the Field House. Nominal fee. Call the Recreation Office at 465-4075 for more info.

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Holiday food, fashions, decor at Holiday Market

Get personalized ornaments at the Holiday Market.

Does your house need an elf? The Historical Society has a gang of them available.

There’s magic afoot Friday, December 1, and Saturday, December 2, at the Historical Society’s Holiday Market at the Senior Center on Golf Club Lane. You’ll be enchanted by all the Elf on the Shelf and Nutcracker decorations, as well as the charming tree ornaments which can be personalized, and learn about the freshest Christmas Trees, wreaths and garlands from their Maine farm — all from Dee’s Nurseries, a family business since 1958.

You’ll find fun and chic fashions for everyone, jewelry and accessories from Patty Bunks, Baubles, Bangles & Bags, Bonnie Jennifer, Indo-Chic, BumbleB, Coquette, Bohemian Chic. Artisan creations for the home and garden from decorative painter Pat Schewitzer. Perfect little paintings and photographs to polish any room; the purest, most fragrant candles from Stonelight; organic wines and olive oils from Scout & Cellar, and sumptuous cashmere and merino

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There will be plenty of holiday cheer to be found at the Historical Society's Holiday Market. wool throws from Ireland to ward off a winter’s night. Stationery and hostess gifts to personalize from Take Note; notecards to delight in and photographs to collect from talented photogs Hawk Girl and Sophia Grillo. There will be decadent Outrageous Sauces to taste, purchase and have sent as gifts far and wide. Cakes that taste like the angels baked them, to buy on the spot or order for the holidays. Cupcakes to die for from the Special Sweets Gang of mentally disabled young adults that are beloved by famous people and local corporations. You can work with Equestrian Gardens to bring the most beautifully designed natural decorations to every area of your home and garden. And confer with Rita Broughton about a decorating project that showcases her faux finishes, including Venetian plaster. All from women-owned boutiques and all of which you can only find at the Holiday Market. Not to be missed are the best raffles in Garden City — including Jo Malone, J. McLaughlin, Devonshire Home, The Garden City Hotel, Esteé Lauder, Perfect Poundcake with Outrageous Sauces from Francine’s Outrageous Kitchen, fine wines and spirits to make merry this season! And the incomparable wreaths and tabletop trees created by “The Wreath Lady,” Compass, The Historical Society, The Welcoming Club. Perfect gifts and collectibles from the A.T. Stewart Exchange. Friday, December 1, kicks off the Benefit Preview Cocktail Party —

once again generously underwritten by Mary Jane and Tom Poole - offering early access to shop while enjoying festive cocktails and lavish hors d’oeuvres. Tickets are $75 and can be easily purchased through The Garden City Historical Society Eventbrite (2023benefitpreviewholidaycocktail.eventbrite.com, will include a service fee), or by check at the A.T. Stewart Exchange in the Historical Society at 109 Eleventh Street. Saturday, December 2, The Holiday Market and The Holiday Village open from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., with free admission. The Holiday Village, at the Historical Society Museum right next door to the Market, will have Santa holding court, hot cocoa and candy canes for the children and an antique Train Village running happily around the tracks. Holiday Market & Village Sponsorships are available. Please contact Francine Ryan, francine. ryan@tgchs.org. The Historical Society Holiday Village & Market will support local businesses and artisans, showcase the artistic talents of Garden City’s children, designers, businesses and will contribute to the ongoing restoration of the society’s 1872 Apostle House Museum, made possible through the magnanimous support of Vinny Muldoon, of Old World Quality Corp. Please visit gardencityhistoricalsociety.org and follow The Historical Society on Instagram and Facebook for details: @gardencityhistoricalsociety

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DAR Luncheon benefits veteran-patients

Members of the Col. Aaron Ogden Chapter NSDAR, Carla Hall D’Ambra Regent, attended the District X & XI Veteran Patient Luncheon on November 10. Ms. D’Ambra chairs the District’s Regent’s Roundtable, comprised of 16 DAR chapters across Long Island. The Luncheon, held at Captain Bill’s Restaurant in Bay Shore, is an annual event and was chaired, as it has been for many years, by Gerri MacWhinnie of Southampton Colony Chapter. Its purpose is to raise funds to support the needs of Veteran-Patients at Northport VA Hospital and St. Albans Medical Center. Mrs. MacWhinnie introduced

the Guest of Honor at the event, NY State Regent Pamela Barrack. Mrs. Barrack spoke about her State Regent’s Project, a much needed renovation of an older DAR monument area at Saratoga State Park in New York. The DAR is engaged in an effort to draw attention to the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution. The Battle of Saratoga in 1777 was an American victory, and marked a decisive turning point in the war in favor of the Americans. In addition, guest speaker Joseph Sledge, Health Specialist at Northport VA Medical Center, talked about his work at the hospital. He described an Adopt-A-Family Program there

Jazz ensemble to perform at Adelphi PAC Students of Adelphi University's Department of Music will present an evening of classic and contemporary jazz at the Adelphi’s Performing Arts Center (PAC) on Friday, December 8. “A Tale of Four B’s: Billy, Burt, Basie, and Bennett” will be directed by Cilla Owens. The event will feature music from the songbooks of music icons Billy Strayhorn, Burt Bacharach, Count Basie, and Tony Bennett, along with other classic standards. Adelphi Jazz Ensemble will take place at 7:30 p.m. The event will also

which collects gift cards for a Secret Santa Program to brighten the Christmas of the families of veterans who are not in a position to buy gifts themselves. Anyone wishing to help by donating gift cards for this program can contact Mr. Sledge at Northport Hospital for details. The Veteran-Patient Luncheon was sponsored by the Col. Gilbert Potter Chapter, Kelly Bianco, Regent. She and her chapter members graciously handled a great number of necessary tasks such as reservations, seating, check-in, organizing displays, making gift baskets and arranging centerpieces for the luncheon. The ladies of the Garden City based Colonel Aaron Ogden Chapter were happy to again attend this worthy event and show their support for veterans.

Chapter Regent Carla Hall D’Ambra and Associate Member Lynn Luehrs.

be available via livestream for those unable to attend in person. Tickets are $25, with discounts available to seniors, students, alumni and employees. Livestream access is $20. For more information call the Lucia and Steven N. Fischer Box Office at 516-8774000 or email boxoffice@adelphi.edu. Regular box office hours are Wednesday through Friday from noon to 5 p.m. and the box office is also open two hours before all ticketed performances. Ticket sales and additional information are available online.

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Students of Adelphi University's Department of Music will present an evening of classic and contemporary jazz at the Adelphi's Performing Arts Center (PAC) on Friday, December 8.

Chapter Regent Carla Hall D’Ambra with Joseph Sledge, Northport VAMC, and NY State Regent Pamela Barrack.

On Nov. 13, Stratford School brought families together for an engaging Elementary Literacy and Mathematics Family Fun Night. The evening featured teacher-led workshops designed to equip parents with valuable strategies to support their children’s learning journeys. Families had the opportunity to participate in sessions like “Sight Word Showdown: Bingo Edition,” “Fun with Phonemes!” and “Comprehension Catcher: Fortune Teller Make and Take” to name a few. Director of Literacy K-12 Lauren Kaufman remarked, “It was wonderful to see families, teachers, students, and middle school and high school student volunteers taking part in meaningful literacy experiences that cultivate a love for language, reading, and writing in fun and interactive ways.” Some of the mathematics sessions, includ-

ing “Math Centers Mania,” “Addition and Subtraction Fact Frenzy,” “Measurement Madness,” and “Multiplication and Harmony: Strumming Up Fact Fluency,” brought the magic of numbers to life. Director of Mathematics and STEAM K–12 Christina Cardella highlighted the importance of mathematics education saying, doing math helps students to become better thinkers and problem solvers. Aside from workshops, independent learning experiences included a special student-made video, online readalouds, word cloud building, a math gaming station, an estimation station and many math games that build math fact fluency. The Parents As Reading Partners program also added to the excitement with literacy games. Thanks to the Garden City PTA, families had a chance to win books and games, ensuring the learning continues beyond the event.

Stratford School hosted students and families for an engaging Elementary Literacy and Mathematics Family Fun Night. Photo courtesy of Garden City Public Schools

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Literacy, math Family Fun Night at Stratford School

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Blessed Transition Times at GC Community Church

Rev. Arlen G. Vernava, Intentional Interim Pastor BY MELVA VICTORINO It’s 29 days since Rev. Arlen G. Vernava assumed the position of intentional interim pastor of Garden City Community Church (GCCC), and already he has met most members and friends of GCCC. With an infectious smile, he greets everyone with, “Hi, I’m Arlen.” Shaking hands, greetings with “Hi’s”, fist bumps, hand waving, casual conversations and many more ways to say hello, folks are getting to know a little of him. Everyone wants to know more about Rev. Arlen during this important part

in the life of GCCC: Times of transition and change. It is the role of the interim “to set the table to deeply explore, discover, and claim anew the deep gladness in response to our world’s need.” He believes “being” and “doing” this work depends upon thoughtful, prayerful community conversation. He believes generous hospitality, respectful communality and glad collaboration are hearts habits that support this life-giving work. Rev. Arlen has been practicing this way of being and doing since he was ordained in 1985. And after all these years, Rev. Arlen believes we all benefit from companions for the journey. He believes spiritual and emotional transition and change always arrives at something full of grace and truth. He feels honored and glad to join GCCC in this “unsetting/wonderful, tart/sweet, intentional and blessed.” Let’s know more about Rev. Arlen as he shares about Arku, fly-fishing, icecream cabinets, clear broth clam chowder, (as an adult) single malt scotch and bourbon and, of course, Robin, his wife of 33 years. For all that, GCCC would like to know more about Rev. Arlen, and he us. As the famous song from The King and I, goes, “Getting to know you, getting to know more about you” is the theme of the forum for Sunday, November 26th, at 11:45 a.m. in the parlor after the worship service. Everyone is invited! Join Rev. Arlen and GCCC as we embark in this holy and spiritual journey as we live by: Our

Purpose: Building a community where all are enriched through Christian Love, Service, and Spiritual Renewal. Our Vision: Faithfully Reaching Out, Inclusively Drawing In. • Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m.: Intercessor Prayer Service in the Chapel • Sunday, November 26, at 10:30 a.m.: Worship Service (in-person and live-stream) • Sunday, November 26, at 11:45 a.m.: Forum with Rev. Arlen G. Vernava: “Getting to Know You…” • Saturday, December 2, at 8:00 a.m.: Men’s Breakfast – All men are welcome to join us at the Carle Place Diner at 151 Old Country Road in Carle Place for an opportunity to enjoy relaxed fellowship and conversation over a shared meal. • Saturday, December 2, from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 (Noon): Mission Trip Annual Christmas Tree Sale: There will be 6–9-foot trees, garlands, wreaths as well as baked goods and ornaments to purchase – something for everyone. The proceeds of the sale go toward offsetting the cost of the summer’s youth program. Please come out to find your perfect tree and support our youth program. • Saturday, December 2, at 3:00 p.m.: Christmas Caroling to the homebound church members. Come out and help us spread some Christmas joy. For more in email Amanda Dias at adias@thegccc.org • Sunday December 3, at 10:30 a.m.: Worship Service. Our

Stewardship campaign this year is: Because of YOU our Church Changes Lives. • Sunday December 3rd at 4:30 p.m.: The Candlelight Christmas Concert will start the holidays with music, fellowship, and dinner! Join us as our adult, children, and bell choirs get us into the Christmas spirit. Dinner to follow. All are invited to attend. There is a place at GCCC for everyone! There are events, worship services, activities, and programs for everyone of all ages. 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. For information on how to attend our services virtually or in person, please contact the church office churchoffice@thegccc.org. To get information regarding our virtual and in-person worship services and programs, visit our website at www.theGCCC.org. The Garden City Community Church is part of the United Church of Christ. It is an Open and Affirming congregation that welcomes people of all ages, races, gender identities, and sexual orientations to participate in the life of our community. We are located at 245 Stewart Avenue between Whitehall Blvd. and Kensington Road. For more information, email churchoffice@thegccc.org or call (516) 746-1700. And as previously mentioned, you may also visit our website, www.theGCCC.org.

GCPD: Holiday Safety Tips The holiday season is always a special time of year. It is also a time when busy people become preoccupied and vulnerable to theft and other holiday crime. We can never be too careful, too prepared, or too aware. The Garden City Police Department wishes you a safe, happy, and peaceful holiday season and offers the following tips:

Driving:

• If you must shop at night, park in a well-lit area and lock your vehicle. Also, close all windows. • Avoid parking next to large vehicles, vans, trucks with camper shells, or cars with tinted windows. • Park as close as you can to your destination and take notice of where you parked. • Never leave your car unoccupied with the motor running or with children inside. • Avoid leaving packages or valuables inside your vehicle where they can be seen by potential thieves. • When approaching or leaving

your vehicle, be aware of your surroundings. • Do not approach your car alone if suspicious people are in the area. • Do not roll down your window if a stranger approaches; talk through the glass or drive away.

Home:

• Ensure pocketbooks, bags, and keys are NOT visible through windows, doors, etc. • Ensure all doors and windows are locked when you leave the house, even for a few minutes. • Ensure alarm and video surveillance systems are in good working order. • When leaving home for extended periods, ask a neighbor or family member to watch your house. • Have someone pick up your newspapers, and mail. In addition, have packages delivered to an alternate address where someone is available to receive them or arrange for pick-up of packages at a depot.

• Indoor and outdoor lights should be on automatic timers. • Leave a radio or television on so the house looks and sounds occupied. • Gifts should not be visible through the windows and doors of your home. • Be aware that criminals sometimes pose as couriers delivering gifts. • Ensure all doors, especially patio doors, are alarmed and have additional locking devices. There is a recent trend in Nassau County in which suspects attempt to enter a residence during the overnight hours to obtain keys for vehicles parked in the driveway.

Leaving Home:

• Plan your trip carefully and avoid getting lost by knowing the routes you will be taking. • Tell someone when and where you are going and what time you expect to return home. • When leaving home, leave

interior and exterior lights on, and if equipped, activate your alarm system and surveillance systems. Be aware of anyone watching or following you when you leave. • Ensure your car has a full gas tank, and keep your doors locked and windows closed. • Do not post that you are going on vacation on social media sites. • Ensure your surveillance systems are on and notification alerts, if equipped, are activated.

Automated Teller Machine (ATM):

• When using an ATM at night, choose locations that are well-lit and secure. • Protect your PIN by shielding the ATM keypad from anyone standing near you. • Do not throw your ATM receipt away at the ATM location.

Shopping:

• Shop during daylight hours whenever possible. At night, shop Continued on page 35

Little HeART of the Scientist

How has the Library enriched your life?

Children ages 2–5 and their adult caregivers had fun examining scientific principles with sensory exploration in the program Little HeART of the Scientist with programmer Elizabeth Carnaval. This program was held at the library on November 13 and sponsored by Friends of the Garden City library.

Teen Gamers If you’re thankful for your Library this season, please help us tell the governor and our state officials why! We’d love to share with them all the ways your local library has enriched your life. You know first-hand how important having high-quality services are. We want to tell Governor Hochul and our state legislators just what local library service means to you. Please take a moment to share why you are grateful for your library. Please fill out the form at https://bit.ly/librarythanks23

Roof replacement project continues The Garden City Public Library is undergoing a major roof replacement project. This includes restoration of the masonry and removal of the previous roof, which includes asbestos abatement. There are two large containers in the parking lot marked off with cones, west of the building, to store tools and collect properly discarded debris. The

Teens spend Friday afternoon eating snacks and hanging out as they play video games during Teen Gamers, which was held on Friday, November 17, at the Library. The next Teen Gamers program will be held Friday, December 15, at the Library.

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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It’s What’s Happening for Young Adults Through the Library Teen Holiday Party

Celebrate the holidays and the New Year with friends during the holiday break by joining us at the Library's Teen Holiday Party on Wednesday, December 27, at 7 p.m.! Play games, sing karaoke, watch a short holiday film, and do other holiday-themed activities. Snacks and drinks will be served. Teens can bake for the program and earn community service credit! Volunteers who bake must bake at least 2 dozen items, must individually wrap items, and must include a list of ingredients. Please note registrants will be eating baked goods, which will be baked by other tweens and teens. All registrants should indicate if they have any food allergies. This program is for tweens and teens in Grades 6–12 only. Registration is required and begins Tuesday, December 19, at 10 a.m.online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so make sure to register early to reserve your spot at the party! Teens who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Teen Crafternoon: Free Paint and Craft

Paint and craft at a special Teen Crafternoon: Free Paint and Craft on Thursday, December 28, at 4 p.m. We'll have a variety of art supplies you can use to paint and craft, leftover from previous Crafternoon programs. Please note there's a limited amount of each craft supply, so registrants may not be able to do every craft project. This program is for tweens and teens in Grades 6–12. Registration begins Tuesday, December 19, 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.

Teen Crafternoon: Perler Bead Art

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 began Tuesday, November 21, 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 tis-

sue 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 began Tuesday, November 21, 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.gardenc-

itypl.org) to participate in this program. The November session will be held Thursday, November 30, at 4 p.m. Registration began Tuesday, November 21, 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 volunteering. Teens who complete an online survey after the program can also receive community service for participating in this program. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Teen Paint Night

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 commu-

nity 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 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 Gamers

Kick off the weekend with our Teen Gamers program! We will have our Nintendo Switch consoles for teens to use as well as tabletop board games and Magic: The Gathering cards for teens to play with. This program is for tweens and teens in Grades 6–12 and will be held Friday, 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 avail-

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

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 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 recipe 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.

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/.

Tween Thursdays: Scratch Art

Tweens make their own colorful designs during Tween Thursdays: Scratch Art, which was held on Thursday, November 16, at the Library. Tween Thursdays is a joint program between the Children’s Department and Young Adult Department. The next Tween Thursday program will be Winter Mason Jars and will be held on Thursday, December 14, at the Library.

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Young Adult Librarian Laura Giunta shows teen volunteers some potential ideas for upcoming programs during the November meeting of the Teen Advisory Board, which was held Tuesday, November 14, at the Library. The next Teen Advisory Board meeting will be held Tuesday, December 5.

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News from the Garden City Public Library Monday Movies

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

November

11/27 - “Gunga Din” - 1939, 117 mins

Happy Thanksgiving!

The turkey is roasting, the pumpkin pies have been made - seemingly there’s nothing left to do but sit back, watch football and wait for the holidays to begin! We wish you the happiest of Thanksgivings and a hope for a great holiday season.

Programs

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

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

Cards for Hospitalized Kids

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.

How to Make your Own Natural Aromatherapy Scrubs, Bath Salts & Sprays for Wintertime

Tuesday, December 12, from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. in the Small Meeting Room How to make your own natural aromatherapy scrubs, bath salts and sprays for wintertime, complete with a craft — making Peppermint Candy Cane Bath Scrub. Contact Adult Services - 516-742-8405 ext. 5236 or email: Speaking of books@ gardencitypl.org Registration is required, and began on Tuesday, November 21, at 10 a.m. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Holiday Lights & Sounds of the City

Thursday, December 14, from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. in the Large Meeting Room Join Art & Susan Zuckerman, seasoned lecturers, as they take us on a virtual tour of the holiday sights & sounds of the city! No registration is required. Contact Adult Services - 516-742-8405 ext. 5236 or email: Speaking of books@ gardencitypl.org

John Kenrick Presents “A White Christmas”

Tuesday, December 19, from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. in the Large Meeting Room Join John Kenrick as he gives us the behind the scenes history of both the song and the film, and takes us on a trip down Christmas Memory Lane for a delightful evening of song and dance. Entertainment historian John Kenrick

Volunteers from the Garden City Chapter of the National Charity League made cards for children in hospitals during the program Cards for Hospitalized Kids. The program was held on Sunday, October 22, and the cards will be distributed to children in hospitals across the country. The National Charity League is a mother-daughter charity and volunteer organization.

The film “Gunga Din” will be screened at the Garden City Public Library on Monday, November 27. has worked in the theatre at every level from amateur to Broadway, eventually serving as personal assistant to 6 Tony Award winning producers, including the team behind the original production of Rent. He has taught musical theatre history courses at NYU, The New School, and Philadelphia’s University of the Arts. John’s books include “Musical Theatre: A History,” and he is featured in “The Cambridge Companion to Operetta.” He is the creator of the educational website Musicals101.com. Contact Adult Services - 516-742-8405 ext. 5236 or email: Speaking of books@ gardencitypl.org Registration is required, and began on Tuesday, November 21, at 10 a.m. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library

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News from the Children’s Room Fall 2023 Programming 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 literacy. Registration is ongoing.

Preschool Storytime

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

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

Reading Pals

Tuesday, Nov. 28, 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 is ongoing.

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 is ongoing.

ute program. Registration begins Dec. 5 at 10:00 a.m.

Family Bingo

Decorate a mason jar using Mod Podge and tissue paper. This program is for Grades 4–7. Registration begins Dec. 5 at 10:00 a.m.

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 is ongoing.

Tween Yarn

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

Tweens and teens Grades 4–12 can learn how to knit or crochet. Registration begins Nov. 28 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 firstcome, 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-min-

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Tween Thursday

Thursday, Dec. 14, at 4:00 p.m.

Spanish Language Storytime Friday Dec. 15, at 9:30 a.m.

In this new Spanish Language storytime for children ages 3 and 4 with their adult caregivers, instructors Mary Anne Williams and Gissela Preciado will read books in Spanish and incorporate music and movement in this 60-minute program designed to teach our youngest patrons how to speak Spanish. Online registration with a Library Card is required. A separate registration is needed for each session, and a separate registration is required for each child you wish to attend this program. Registration begins Dec. 5 at 10:00 a.m. on Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org)

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 pro-

gram 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.

Teen Paint Night

Teen volunteers make decorations for the Library’s upcoming Teen Holiday Party on December 27 during the November session of VolunTeen Artists, which was held Wednesday, November 15, at the Library. The next VolunTeen Artists meeting will be held on Wednesday, December 20. Teens gather the supplies they need to create colorful friendship bracelets during Teen Crafternoon: Friendship Bracelets for Community Service, which was held on Saturday, November 11, at the Library.

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Property Owners Assn. Aviation Lecture Series Session Two: In for the Landing!

The second lecture in the Property Owners Aviation History Session was another success! In session one, the names of historical figures popped up current street names, shopping centers, military bases or other local landmarks. Earle Ovington Blvd, Roosevelt Field, Mitchel Field, Commander Ave, Lindbergh St and Charles Lindbergh Blvd are some of the places we visit weekly, in our own backyard, and Aviation Expert Ray Donnelly delved into the men and women behind the names! Session two picked up with a brief recap and then a dive into WWII. Almost 50 residents were able to learn how historic the Garden City area is, especially for flight and the early military. Attendees came prepared with some

The Curtiss NC4, built for the US Navy, by Curtiss Engineering in GC.

very in-depth questions and commentary for the extensive Q & A session at the end of the lecture. Some residents had relatives intimately involved in the days of early flight and many, many people had, themselves, worked for Grumman and Republic! The last session, Session Three, will take place at The Cradle of Aviation, with the date TBA. Space for that free tour will be extremely limited, and priority registration will be given to attendees of both sessions one and two, so stay tuned to the GC News and your respective POA social media accounts for updated information! A very Happy Thanksgiving to all of our residents from all of us at your Property Owners Associations!

The Question and Answer interactive portion was extensive and riveting! (airplane pun intended!)

The first Airship to cross the Atlantic Ocean also flew from Roosevelt Field

Ray Donnelly had family support for session two!

Pilots Chamberlain and Levine beat Lindbergh’s distance record by over 300 miles by fling from Roosevelt Field!

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The first “blind” flight was from Mitchel Field in 1929, with Doolitle relying entirely on a gyroscope for direction, one of the products for which the Sperry corporation is famous. Lawrence Sperry lived in GC and flew his own planes down Nassau Blvd! He tested his own devices from the roof of the old GC Hotel!

Bessie Coleman, the first female aviator of Black and Native American decent, flew from Curtiss Field in GC. Due to discrimination here against minorities, she had to learn a new language and go to France to get her instruction, paid for by sponsorships and her former career as a manicurist!

Shepherd boys come to see Baby Jesus.

Imagine taking a walk through the little town of Bethlehem on the night when Jesus was born. You and your family explore the marketplace, visit with the townspeople, or help the carpenter make a unique gift. Suddenly, shepherds appear, telling you they have good news. They take you to meet Mary and Joseph, and you see Baby Jesus with your own eyes. This Christmas, Lutheran Church of the Resurrection, Garden City, will host “A Night in Bethlehem,” a hands-on interactive experience, Friday and Saturday, Dec. 8 and 9, from 7 to 9 p.m. All are invited, bring family and friends to experience Christmas in a whole new way. As you walk through “A Night in Bethlehem,” you will be welcomed by the Census Taker and register your family in Bethlehem. Then you are ushered into the recreated Village of long ago. Everyone has an opportunity to create unique keepsakes as

Children enjoy petting the animals in the stable.

Learn how to mix spices at the Spice Shop.

they interact with local shopkeepers who share the Christmas story. Don’t be surprised if you get a visit from the tax collector or even the pesky Roman Guards. You will hear the good news from the excited shepherds and have an opportunity to visit the stable—with live animals— and visit with Mary, Joseph, and the Baby Jesus. Admission is free, while a freewill offering will be collected to cover costs and award to missions. Please call the church office, 516.746.4426, or visit resgc.org/nib for more information. Resurrection Lutheran Church is a Christian community of faith, located at 420 Stewart Ave., near Clinton Rd., in Garden City. All are invited to worship at 5:30 p.m. on Saturdays and at 8:30, 9:45 and 11 a.m. Sunday mornings, with Sunday School and Christian Education at 9:45 a.m. For more information, call 516.746.4426.

GCPD: Holiday Safety Tips Continued from page 28 with a friend or family member. • Dress casually and comfortably; avoid wearing expensive jewelry. • If possible, avoid carrying a purse or wallet. They are easy targets for thieves in crowded areas. • Avoid carrying large amounts of cash; pay for purchases with a check or credit card when possible. • Keep cash in your front pocket. • Notify the credit card issuer immediately if your credit card is

lost, stolen, or misused. • Keep a record of all of your credit card numbers in a safe place at home. • Avoid overloading yourself with packages, and stay alert at all times. • Be sure to locate your keys before going to your car. • Beware of strangers approaching you for any reason. • Beware of persons attempting to distract you with the intention of

taking your money or belongings. • If you have a key chain or fob with a panic button, be prepared to use it if you feel threatened. • When leaving the shopping center, ensure that no one is following you. • Call 911 when followed and drive directly to a Police Station or area where people are present. • Leave small children at home with a trusted babysitter or family member if possible.

• Teach children to stay close to you at all times while shopping. • Teach your children to go to a store clerk or security officer if they become separated from you. • Ensure your children know their full name, address, and telephone number. • Never allow children to make unaccompanied trips to the restroom. • Children should never be allowed to go to the car alone and should never be left alone in the car.

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The A.T. Stewart Exchange Consignment and Gift Shop

There is lots of great gifts and Christmas decor awaiting you at the A.T. Stewart Consignment and Gift Shop. BY MELISSA JAEGER Ok, so we all survived another Thanksgiving! I know I certainly ate my fill of turkey and all the delicious sides! Dessert was even more satisfying. And now it’s time to get serious about Christmas! Black Friday is here!! And we are OPEN! The first time that the term “Black Friday” was used was back in the 1960s. Apparently, police in Philadelphia used it to describe the chaos that resulted from large numbers of suburban tourists coming into the city to begin their holiday shopping and, in some years, to attend the Saturday Army-Navy matchup football game. The huge crowds

created a headache for the police who worked longer shifts than usual dealing with the traffic jams, accidents, etc. In the 1980s that negative connotation turned to a positive one, with an uptick in retail sales that occurs on that Friday after Thanksgiving due to retailers’ extensive sales promotions. Being “in the black” is an accounting term which refers to making a profit (versus “in the red” signifying a loss) Whatever the history, everyone knows it marks the start of the Christmas shopping season in the U.S., with many stores opening early the day after … or staying open late on Thanksgiving … with huge discounts on prized gift items. I always remember seeing the news footage of people literally stampeding the stores at malls in order to get the items with the huge discounts, especially those items on their children’s Santa list. Like all retailers, we will be OPEN on Friday – and Monday! But no special deals since EVERY DAY at the Exchange is Black Friday. You can always find fantastic buys and bargains. We are all decked out for Christmas and are chockful of holiday items. Our LED candles and trees are sure to make your home look merry and bright. Glitter, lighted lanterns with cardinal or dog designs play Christmas songs (you can turn off that function) are gorgeous and will be attractive on anyone’s table or mantle. We have many different types and styles of new ornaments for the tree. In addition, we have many gift items for the hostess, stocking stuffers and items for the men, women, and children in your life. Even your cats and dogs will be taken care of. The Exchange also has a wonder-

ful selection of consigned Christmas merchandise — Santas of all kinds, tabletop Christmas trees, vintage ornaments, traditional Spode and Johnson Bros Christmas dishes, and lots of other decor. If you’re entertaining, check out our extensive selection of Waterford, Baccarat and Tiffany crystal wineglasses, decanters and bowls. And yes, we are consigning — and selling — fur coats! We accept fur coats on Thursday afternoons ONLY, as that is when we have our volunteers with furrier expertise. Typically, we take mink, lynx and fox — coats, jackets and stoles. Please call to make an appointment. Or come in to pick up a great fur at an excellent price!

About Us:

• The Exchange Consignment Shop is housed in The Garden City Historical Society (TGCHS) Museum on 109 Eleventh Street (at the rear of the building). • All the proceeds from the Shop sales directly benefit TGCHS. • Shop 24/7 online at atstewartexchange.org and pick up your purchases at the Exchange. Follow and Like Us on the AT • Stewart Exchange Facebook and on the AT Stewart Exchange Instagram pages. We sure do get around!

Consigning:

• Our best sellers – jewelry (costume & fine), lamps, mirrors, and fine crystal (Waterford, Baccarat, Tiffany) • We also take/accept silver, purses/wallets, fine china, furniture, artwork, and collectibles. All items are in new or nearly new condition. • Sorry – no clothing or shoes. And no appliances.

• Consignments are done Wednesday through Friday 11:00am – 2:00 p.m. by appointment ONLY. Appointments keep down the numbers of people in the Shop and reduce waittimes to consign. Please call (516)746-8900 to set • up an appointment. • Unsure if your items are appropriate to consign? Email photos to store@atstewartexchange.org and be sure to include sizing info. You will generally receive a response the same day. Can I donate? YES! We love donations! PLEASE don’t leave donated items outside the shop when we are closed. We want your items, but we don’t want them to get ruined, especially during inclement weather. Email me at store@atstewartexchange.org and I will work with you to arrange a dropoff time. I check the email every day, even when we’re closed. Thanks to your generous support, Old World Quality has almost completed work on the outside of the house! Thank you for your patience throughout this process. Remember: all the profits from the Consignment Shop support the maintenance and upkeep of TGCHS Museum. Thanks to your generous support, work on the outside façade of the Museum is almost complete. The shop is located at 109 Eleventh Street. Shop Hours: Mon – Fri: 10–4 p.m., (Wednesday until 6 p.m.) Saturday 12 noon–4 pm. For more information, please call (516) 746-8900.

Garden City Schools salute veterans For Veterans Day, Garden City schools celebrated veteran heroes in their own ways. Stewart School held an assembly with 15 veterans, notably Ed Muller, a 96-year-old World War II veteran and former Stewart physical education teacher of 35 years. All veterans in attendance had a tie to the school in one way or another. Some were grandparents of students, others were parents of teachers or friends of the staff. Similarly, Hemlock held a schoolwide assembly where students learned all the ways veterans keep them safe from John Chiara (U.S. Army), father of kindergartner John Chiara, Ronald Stankiewicz (U.S. Army), grandfather of student Alessia Stankiewicz and Gregory Pryor (U.S. Navy), father of kindergartner James Pryor. At Locust School, Garden City Buildings and Grounds Supervisor Robert Foley and Matthew Borodin shared flag etiquette

with students and the branch of service they served in. They were then presented with a thank-you card for their service from the Locust students. Homestead celebrated with a ceremony raising the flag with community veterans Mr. John Bentz, Homestead lunch monitor and former custodian, and Mr. Laut, grandfather of Homestead first grader Lena Power. The entire school recited the Pledge of Allegiance and sang the national anthem followed by the playing of “Taps” by former Homestead student Aidan Schmidt and Locust student Emmet Owens. Garden City High School’s Students Helping Students club held its annual Field of Flags ceremony in honor of Veterans Day. Field of Flags is an impactful display of American flags on the high school’s front lawn meant to celebrate and recognize those who have put their lives on the line to ensure freedom every day.

Garden City Schools honored veterans with a variety of assemblies and celebrations during the week leading up to Veterans Day. Photo courtesy of Garden City Public Schools

Ring in the Season at Rotary’s Holiday Luncheon Dec. 11

Everyone is invited to ring in the holiday season at the Mineola-Garden City Rotary Club’s Holiday Luncheon on Monday, December 11, at the Garden City Hotel. As has been Rotary’s tradition for some 50 years, members and guests will gather to enjoy another fabulous luncheon, plus an afternoon filled with holiday cheer, good fellowship and networking. Rotary is thrilled to announce that an event feature will be a performance by the Mineola High School’s choral group under the direction of Megan Messina. The group has performed alternately with Garden City High School’s choral and instrumental groups for nearly 50 years. Ringing out the sounds of the season, these renowned groups have been an event highlight continually receiving standing ovations from Rotary members and its many guests. The Holiday Luncheon will also feature an impressive array of raffle prizes plus a 50/50 cash prize for a lucky winner. Proceeds from the event will benefit RotaCare (free medical care for those in need); the Gift of Life Program (free cardiac surgery for children from other parts of the world) along with Rotary’s numerous service projects. Stay tuned for further information or email Meg Norris, Club co-president, at editor@gcnews.com.

Rotary to Ring the Bell for The Salvation Army

Please stop by Kings Supermarket on

Saturday, December 2 when Rotarians and volunteer Boy Scouts from the Church of St. Joseph’s Troop 243 will ring the bell to support the good works of The Salvation Army — a tradition for nearly 50 years!

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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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When St. Mary’s School was torn down in December of 2001 and January 2002, I was there photographing it. The above photo was taken by me when the Dean of the Cathedral and I opened the cornerstone. Inside was this small brass box (1 foot by 5 inches) and when we opened it we found newspapers of the day and material about the school. On top of it all was this note that appeared to have been added at the last minute. As I picked it up, I realized the last person to touch the note was 110 years earlier in 1892. The note simply gives the name of the architect E.H. Harris (although it looks like E.D. Harris on the note.) E.H. Harris had designed St. Paul’s School and the Bishop’s mansion but not the Cathedral. Underneath his name was the builder’s name, J.H. L’Hommedieu.

Patrols to target DWI drivers This holiday season, the Garden City Police Department, along with various other police departments throughout New York State will be participating in the STOP DWI Enforcement Initiative targeting intoxicated and drugged drivers. This initiative will be enhanced by funds provided by the Nassau County Traffic Safety STOP DWI Program and the New York State Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee. Police Commissioner Kenneth Jackson states “during this initiative,

the Department will be deploying extra patrols on Village roadways, strictly enforcing all DWI and impaired driving laws. These patrols play an important part in preventing holiday tragedies that often occur during the Winter Holiday Season.” In addition, Commissioner Jackson urges everyone to be responsible when attending holiday parties and events. If you choose to drink, make arrangements to have a sober person, taxi, or ride share program take you home.

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After public outcry, vape shop changes plans for GC location

From page 3 Wilton, president of the Garden City Chamber of Commerce. He attended several recent meetings of the Board and informed the trustees of groundswell opposing the new business. “I have had many conversations with John over the past few days and his extraordinary efforts were critical in facilitating a resolution of this very difficult situation. So thank you very much, John,” Mayor Carter Flanagan said. Immediately Trustee Ed Finneran shouted “here, here!” and the Board of Trustees and village executive staff applauded for Wilton. Two weeks prior, at the November 2 Board meeting, Wilton presented a public comment on the potential new shop and concerns he’s heard about it from several residents. Wilton said he consulted Garden City Superintendent of Building Giuseppe Giovanniello for clarifications. “I have gotten approximately four dozen phone calls about the Smoke/ Vape/Humidor shop going in directly across the street from Leo’s restaurant (on the east side of Franklin Avenue). I’ve explained to people it’s a right use as a retail store with components being sold off shelves. The analogy I’ve provided is that it is similar to 7th Street Stationery selling the products that are tobacco-related. A lot of citizens that have called complained that it is illegal to sell vaping mechanisms and I have informed them it is not illegal, but it is illegal in the State of New York to sell them to anyone under 18 years old,”

Wilton told the board on November 2. He reported that recent conversations with several residents helped clarify the proper safety process of a vape/smoke shop, in particular how if any minor did purchase a vape product there, the store and its owner would be subject to “any jurisdictional control by whatever agency would catch such an action.” Upon Mayor Carter Flanagan’s announcement on the cancellation of the lease Wilton reflected on the “collaborative effort” to do what was best for the Village of Garden City. “Give the mayor credit, the landlord should get credit, Superintendent Giovanniello should get credit and I think the tenant (prospective Smoke and Vape shop owner) should get credit as this all worked out very well. I think in the long-run the village has succeeded in doing something about an issue that caused consternation. It should not have happened to begin with but it did,” he said. During the November 16 board meeting Wilton spoke about the six condominium units for the building at the corner of Franklin Avenue and Seventh Street and explained that the apartments are privately-owned residences. Wilton says as the discussions took place leading up to the cancellation of the possible tenancy of the Smoke and Vape shop, the owner was very nice and agreeable but maintained the position that the parties did nothing wrong under the law. “I said to him what he had was stan-

dard operations and he had an enforceable lease but he was kind and generous that the village’s needs came up. He told me he would help us to work it out. Three hours before I came to tonight’s meeting he told me the lawyers (the owner’s and tenant’s) were working this out and the shop was no longer going in,” Wilton said. In his comments last Thursday Wilton noted that the Garden City Chamber of Commerce is a dues-driven and sponsor-driven organization, but it is now 100% run and organized by volunteers and the chamber “tries to do what is right for the village.” He noted the great relationship between the GC Chamber and the village’s Recreation Department in planning events and downtown beautification to help enhance its economic vitality.

Iavarone Bros. update

Wilton also commented on concerns he’s heard about the status of Iavarone Bros. Gourmet Foods, an Italian market and grocery store that plans to come to Garden City. Unfortunately a false rumor has spread that Iavarone no longer looking to open a location in Garden City’s business district. Wilton said he has received multiple phone calls about it. He clarified at the meeting, “I spoke with the architect today and they are going forward. Our Building Department knows the status and process so the rumor was an unfounded chicken telegraph which presented some unnecessary stress on the community.”

He again dispelled rumors and said that Iavarone would be having an application before the village’s Architectural Design Review Board (ADRB) in a matter of weeks. Mayor Carter Flanagan asked Wilton when Iavarone expects to open its store, but he referred the question to Building Superintendent Giovanniello. To the mayor’s surprise both men concurred it would likely take a full year for the new food market to open in Garden City. Giovanniello noted that their formal application was only in its early stages and some designs and spaces needed more work. John Wilton considered the inspection process following building applications and commented to the Village Board that the Nassau County Fire Marshal’s office and staff are “very overworked and do not seem to give (applications) the attention that they’d to move forward.” Mr. Giovannello agreed and said this represents “the main hurdle that all commercial districts have” with the economic resurgence in Nassau County. Also in his update to the Board, Wilton remarked that the Saturday after Thanksgiving and Black Friday, and preceding ‘Cyber Monday’ is Small Business Saturday (November 25) with many of Garden City’s local businesses open and participating. He noted that Small Business Saturday on the national scale is advertised by American Express. The Chamber and village officials encourage residents to “shop small” and visit local merchants.

Board approves County’s red light cameras; no revenue for village From page 1 this on the agenda for the Legislature in January and he’s agreed to consider that as he feels it’s an appropriate thing to do. We hope it gets on their agenda for expanding the number of red light cameras, as right now Nassau County has a limit of 100 red light cameras,” Kelly said. One issue that comes up frequently is other local municipalities “disinclination” to authorize more red light cameras on County roads unless that village would receive part of the revenues. Trustee Kelly says several intersections in Garden City will benefit from red light cameras. “We’re trying to make it clear to Nassau County that we’d like to be considered for red light cameras as they become available within the allocation of 100, while at the same time we’re asking New York State lawmakers (State Senate) to increase the number from 100 to a higher amount so that the Village of Garden City can get some. By population alone we should have gotten several red light cameras once the program

started,” he commented. The Board inquired about the total number of cameras Garden City should have. Kelly said that while the GCPD urges red light cameras for a handful of locations, the ideal approach would be up to five cameras due to the dangerous and high-speed intersections of some Nassau County roads within Garden City. Kelly said in those locations the cameras would have the traffic calming effect that engineers and village officials continue to pursue. “I believe these cameras have a calming effect on traffic and make our roads safer,” he noted. The Traffic Commission met immediately before the Board of Trustees last Thursday, and they discussed two County initiatives to install the first batches of red light cameras – in 2007 and 2012. Garden City Police Commissioner Kenneth Jackson commented on the initiative and explained that the onset of the red light camera program in 2007 included 50 cameras, but in 2012 the planned expansion included some parts of Garden City such as by Clinton

Road and Stewart Avenue and Franklin Avenue and Stewart, as well as intersections of Old Country Road. He did not recall every village location proposed (for Nassau County roads) but the effort would be in line with enhancing public safety. The commissioner said the red light camera locations are now “more generally accepted” than when they first appeared. “I recall our former mayor attempting to have a red light camera installed on New Hyde Park Road a few years ago but Nassau County had reached its 100 and they had no room for the expansion,” Jackson said. He advised the Board of Trustees that if and when Garden City intersections of Nassau County roads are approved for red light cameras the program will have its basis in a formula involving accident data and vehicle speeds recorded at each site. “We may arrive at a point where we want a camera at a certain location but that may not meet their formula, but we’re pretty sure there will be intersections that are on Nassau County’s radar

like Clinton Road and Stewart Avenue. I think this would be a win-win and it will lower the number of accidents and help change drivers’ behavior,” Commissioner Jackson said. Mayor Mary Carter Flanagan took a moment to thank Commissioner Jackson and all the members of the village Traffic Commission – Trustees Kelly and Ed Finneran and Deputy Mayor Lawrence Marciano, along with Superintendent of Public Works John Borroni – for their work to improve public safety. “Your efforts have been extraordinary and they mean a lot to all of us. The new crosswalk on Seventh Street in front of Dunkin Donuts is looking great!” she announced.

Board members’ disconnect surfaces over continuing St. Paul’s Process From page 1 before the current makeup of the Board of Trustees should be a part of the process going forward. “In evaluating and recognizing the work of the prior St. Paul’s Committee – which I was a part of, Trustee Finneran was on and Trustee Torino was the Board liaison along with Deputy Mayor Marciano – we know a lot of time and effort was put into it. They know a lot of stuff, there is a lot of talent, a lot of heart and passion and we need to bring them (Committee members) in to talk with the Board. Let’s let bygones be bygones and we will need to communicate about St. Paul’s – we can’t say all their work was for nothing because we did not like whoever ran it before. Mary, you need to talk with them and Frank (McDonough) needs to talk with you,” she said.

Facadism vs. Adaptive Reuse

A proposal put on the agenda at the request of Trustee Bruce Torino wound up a dead-end when the meeting reached that discussion. Torino had sought clarity on prospects for facadism versus adaptive reuse (preserving additional parts of the building). Trustee Torino was emphatic in telling his fellow Village Board members, “You need to have detailed designs and you need to have what is called ‘methods and procedures’ as that’s the accepted process in the building trade to be able to know how to execute and develop a timeline and scheduling…We could have and should have a continuation of that process. Those that were in favor of facadism, should have done like the St. Paul’s Committee did and raised their hands, put pen to paper and developed diagrams and processes – that did not occur. And accordingly you’d need to have a process for construction and execution and none of that occurred.” Trustee Torino noted, “I now put it on and then you have the mayor say, ‘we’re going to do something in the future.’ OK. The fact of the matter is that we’re now here and this is absolutely a competitive process between two groups. Do we live in a society in which every sport we’ll ever play is competitive? It is. So the individuals who want to move forward on Facadism should stand up and give the Village and residents what your plan and vision is….. Whoever wants to put forth a proposal in the village’s best interest can help, but I am not in favor of sitting around and doing nothing – thus the reason why this was on the Board calendar.” Resident George Salem, in his public comment, rebutted that Facadism does not deserve to be “an equal player in the game.”

He clarified that he didn’t believe that the suggestions of forming Facadism vs. Adaptive Reuse proposals would be approved, but he was content to have this item prompt a discussion at the Board level and with the community. Mayor Carter Flanagan said in order for the Village Board to have success on the St. Paul’s issue “the last thing I want is for within the people who’ve supported some form of preservation – over 60% of voters – the last thing we’d need is to have teams split up and fighting with each other. We need to have open minds and fresh eyes on this to work collaboratively and not make this a battle within that 60%.” She said that clearly the majority of voters in the opinion poll chose preservation but the idea Trustee Torino presented of splitting that amount of people up into “two teams – Facadism and Adaptive Reuse” is not viable. Later during the meeting, following discussion by fellow members of the Board, Mayor Carter Flanagan commented that the next considerations for St. Paul’s will not come down to two limiting options of Adaptive Reuse vs. Facadism. “We had those options presented on the Oct. 21 ballot as when I became mayor (April 2023) we had received a hastily-finalized report from Westerman Construction Co. (the St. Paul’s projects’ cost estimator consulting firm). That is all that had been priced and at that point we didn’t have plans for pricing anything else, so we went forward with what we had from the former St. Paul’s Committee as they had pricing developed on Adaptive Reuse and they had asked for pricing on a Facade plan that seemed to have been a misunderstanding…That initial Facade plan, which I had never heard any resident of the village supporting, was similar to creating a movie set which would stand on its own for us to look at for eternity with nothing going to be built behind the facade. From the St. Paul’s Committee, I did try to find out the rationale of things that were asked for, and why we (the village) never got the pricing of plans we so prominently displayed at many meetings. But as the new mayor I could not find out the information from the Committee,” she said. Her note on the village having had to work with “imperfect information” left more clues as to the lack of specifics requested when Westerman Construction Co. was first engaged. “They gave us what was asked for, but it was not what I would have asked for nor what most of (the Board) would have requested, but it’s what we had. It did provide the residents with some ideas on real costs and on how that would impact your taxes,” she com-

mented.

‘Facadism a stepchild’

Trustee Ed Finneran spoke about his experience as a member of the Legal Committee for the St, Paul’s Committee that existed in 2021 through the first three months of this year. He explained that Westerman was asked to price out the three options – Adaptive Reuse, Demolition and Facadism. The Facadism program that he recalled was going to fall within the range of $36 million and not $46 million due to the structural support system envisioned. “Facadism was kind of like a stepchild as a concept because no one in the village or on the Committee had decided to create an idea of Facadism. It is my understanding that Mr. Westerman may have come up with the idea of the Hollywood-esque facade which had nothing behind it but included a very extensive support system – which is why it was projected to cost so much. He priced those out and then the discussions and everything being rolled out, followed by the mayor’s decision to suspend the Committee and its work. From that time on the Board of Trustees has been tasked to come up with a community vote and some kind of polling that would give us confidence in moving forward,” Finneran explained. Mayor Flanagan said she believes at this time everyone will work well together but the two options (Facadism and Adaptive Reuse) are not evolving to a competition for the ultimate program at St. Paul’s. “Nobody would win because, guess what, you’d probably lose more than 10% of residents and then we’d have a potential project that would never achieve community support and one we wouldn’t be able to execute…There are many different options we are starting to hear about and we will learn more about. The Needs Assessment is something we can all agree needs to be done, and no project of this scope can be done without that and without real market research. In order to have community support, what we’re working on now and talking about will be the steps and process to go through, so that at the end of the day we can deliver a project that can be executed,” Mayor Carter Flanagan said.

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Regarding fallout from what appeared on the October 21 ballot, the mayor shared insight into the first step in a larger process: “Those options were used on the ballot to give an idea to residents of the types of costs we were considering, and we needed to know, if these were the kinds of costs, were the residents still in favor of (any forms of preservation) and whether or not the village could keep working towards saving St. Paul’s and if they wanted us to try to save part or all of this building – until we had that community-wide Opinion Poll we did not know that, and there was much sentiment spread that ‘everyone wanted to demolish it,” she said. Deputy Mayor Lawrence Marciano commented that with the results from October 21, technically speaking “the only thing that lost was St. Paul’s getting plowed into the ground and getting planted over with trees.” “What’s left is somewhere between 100% of the building gets saved and 1% of the building gets saved,” he said. To position the next plans for the Board of Trustees, the mayor noted that there’s serious support for preservation efforts though the village “has a challenge in front of us.” The challenges she faced at the November 16 meeting came from a few different seats on the Board itself. Trustee Finneran took time to reflect on the situation for St. Paul’s and presented the concern that teamwork would not truly take shape under the current structure. Finneran looked for an opportunity the trustees can have to sit down and discuss St. Paul’s candidly. “It is crucial at this point, in the development of the final product, that the Board be as unified as we can. It does not mean we can’t disagree but I think we all want to do what’s best for the village – that’s where it becomes easy but it’s some of the details which will be tough to iron out,” he noted. Mayor Carter Flanagan added that now is not the time to “knock other people’s ideas and be stubborn” because the Board and residents should try to be open-minded and work together, “to see if against all odds we can get to a project that can be executed at St. Paul’s – if we can do that, it’s amazing.”

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John Tesh to perform Christmas concert The Grammy-nominated pianist and composer, Emmy award-winning TV anchor, and host of the nationally-syndicated Intelligence for Your Life radio show, John Tesh brings his 10-piece band to the Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts, Sunday, Dec. 10 at 7P. to perform big bandstyle arrangements of memorable Christmas songs. Tesh is a native of Garden City. “A Jazzy Swingin’ Christmas” is a seven-city holiday tour from Dec. 5 through Dec. 14, with shows in New York, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, and Maryland. The band will perform nostalgic arrangements of such favorites as “Let It Snow,”

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It’s the Magical Time of the Year! Holiday Festivities Get Underway in NYC WINTER EXHIBITIONS AND CULTURAL EVENTS

BY KAREN RUBIN TRAVEL FEATURES SYNDICATE GOINGPLACESFARANDNEAR.COM New York City’s holiday season officially kick off with the 97th annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade on November 23. From November to January, the city is a wonderland of holiday lightings, festive performances, winter exhibitions, special attractions and happenings across all five boroughs that surprise and delight the seven million travelers expected between Thanksgiving and New Years

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Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes, Nov.17Jan. 1. Revel in the timeless and beloved holiday tradition as it once again graces the stage of Radio City Music Hall. With a history spanning nearly a century, this musical extravaganza features dazzling costumes, joyful songs, synchronized high kicks, innovative acts, and multiple daily shows. George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker Presented by New York City Ballet, Nov. 24-Dec. 31 at Lincoln Center’s David H. Koch Theater. Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater at New York City Center, Nov. 29-Dec. 31 isa cherished tradition at New York City Center, now in its 65th annual winter season. This season features world premieres like CENTURY by Amy Hall Garner and Me, Myself and You by Elizabeth Roxas-Dobrish, along with Ronald K. Brown’s Dancing Spirit. ‘Twas the Night Before... by Cirque du Soleil at The Theater at Madison Square Garden, Dec. 7-28. Cirque du Soleil’s first-ever holiday

Santa Claus comes to town! The 97th annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is the official kick-off to New York City’s season of holiday festivities and happenings. © Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com. production is sure to become a new NYC holiday tradition. The Magic Flute Holiday Presentation at The Metropolitan Opera, Dec. 8-30. The Met Opera presents an abridged, English-language adaptation of Mozart’s magical fairy tale, ideal for all ages, delivering a captivating narrative and delightful melodies. Guided by conductors Patrick Furrer and Gareth Morrell, a standout cast takes the stage in Julie Taymor’s imaginative production. Holidays with the New York Philharmonic, Dec. 12-17. NYPhil is teaming up with the Handel and Haydn Society Chorus, conducted by baroque expert Fabio Biondi for a performance of Handel’s beloved masterpiece, Messiah. Additionally,

the annual Holiday Brass tradition is back. Candlelight Holiday Concert Series, Brooklyn Heights. Select dates from December 13-21. Enchanting Candlelight live, multi-sensory musical performances take place at St. Ann & the Holy Trinity Church, the Church of Heavenly Rest and The Williamsburg Hotel. Dec. 20-23. During PAC NYC’s inaugural season, experience a four-evening holiday concert series featuring world-class artists, including countertenor Anthony Roth Costanzo with The Knights, Toshi Reagon’s circle of sonic experiences, Time for Three’s innovative transformation of Western music, and the dynamic Broadway duo; Orfeh and Andy Karl.

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Fifth Avenue Holiday Window Displays & Second Annual Open Streets Program, Midtown Manhattan. throughout the holiday season, at iconic shopping venues including Saks Fifth Avenue, Tiffany & Co., Cartier, Bergdorf Goodman. This season marks the return of the popular Open Streets program, where Fifth Avenue will close to all vehicular traffic and also open the sidewalks to a variety of food vendors and musical performers from local choirs and instrumental ensembles. Christmas Tree and Neapolitan Baroque Crèche at The Metropolitan Museum, Fifth Avenue, Nov. 21-Jan. 7. An NYC tradition, The Met’s Christmas Tree and Neapolitan Baroque Crèche display features a beautifully decorated tree with a nativity scene encircling its base. This ensemble originates from an assemblage of 18th-century Neapolitan figures generously contributed by American artist and collector Loretta Hines Howard back in 1964. Hurry to see the “Manet/Degas” show before it ends, Jan. 7 (You must join the virtual exhibition queue via QR code once inside the Museum. No advance or timed tickets required. Access is first come, first served and subject to capacity limitations. The virtual queue closes daily when capacity is reached.) There is also a superb special show, Vertigo of Color: Matisse, Derain, and the Origins of Fauvism, thru Jan. 21, 2024. (New Yorkers pay what you want admission; metmuseum.org) Continued on next page

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Holiday Festivities Get Underway in NYC Continued from previous page A Christmas Carol: The Manuscript at The Morgan Library & Museum, Murray Hill, Manhattan, Nov. 21-Jan. 7. Every holiday season, the Morgan displays Charles Dickens’ original manuscript of A Christmas Carol in J. Pierpont Morgan›s Library. Bound in red goatskin leather, the manuscript was gifted to Dickens’ solicitor, Thomas Mitton, and later came into the possession of Pierpont Morgan in the 1890s. This season, the manuscript will be turned to page seven. The Origami Holiday Tree at the American Museum of Natural History, Nov. 22 throughout holiday season. Showcasing more than 1,000 hand-crafted models, the delightfully decorated Origami Holiday Tree, the theme of this year’s 13-foot tree is Elephants, featuring models inspired by the museum’s new exhibition The Secret World of Elephants, debuting November 13. Be sure to spend time exploring the Gilder Center, especially “Invisible World.” Holiday Express: Toys and Trains from the Jerni Collection at New-York Historical Society, Nov. 24-Feb. 4. NewYork Historical Society’s annual wintertime favorite, the Jerni Collection, displaying handcrafted and hand-painted toy trains spanning the years 1850 to 1940. Alongside these, an assortment of toy train stations illustrates the design evolution from the early 20th century to the era of World War II. Seaport Celebrations, Lower Manhattan. Embrace the holiday season as the historic cobblestone streets of The Seaport and Pier 17 transform into a festive haven. Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten’s latest culinary delight, the Tin Building, is located just steps away, ready to welcome visitors for the holidays Holiday Train Show at New York Botanical Garden, Bedford

Park, The Bronx, Nov. 17-Jan. 15. For over three decades, the beloved Holiday Train Show has captivated holiday-goers with model trains zipping through a magical exhibition featuring over 190 replicas of iconic NYC landmarks. These charming creations are meticulously crafted from materials like birch bark, lotus pods, and cinnamon sticks, which will be presented on an allnew outdoor train display this year.

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Lightscape at Brooklyn Botanic Garden, Prospect Heights, Brooklyn, Nov. 17-Jan. 1, returns to Brooklyn Botanic Garden with a longer illuminated trail, more works of art from around the world, and new, immersive experiences. Dozens of monumental light sculptures, a million lights, curated music playlist create a winter wonderland along a onemile outdoor trail. Bronx Zoo Holiday Lights, Nov. 17-Jan. 7. With more than 390 lanterns representing nearly 100 animal and plant species, the Bronx Zoo’s family-centric holiday lights festival will connect visitors with real wildlife and wild places. During the evenings, the park comes to life with holiday cheer as immersive light displays, custom-designed animal lanterns and animated light shows sparkle across the zoo. The celebration is complete with seasonal treats, classic holiday music, the Holiday Train, new interactive experiences, and other festive entertainment. NYBG GLOW, Bedford Park, The Bronx, Nov. 17-Jan. 13. Discover the beauty of the New York Botanical Garden’s landscape and historic buildings, breathtakingly illuminated. Returning for its fourth year with special evening events, the Garden’s iconic sights and architecture, including the Haupt Conservatory and the LuEsther T. Mertz Library Building, become dramatic, glittering canvases. Holiday Lights & Movie Sites Tour

with On Location Tours, Manhattan, Nov. 25-Jan. 2. Explore the holiday charm of New York City with On Location Tours, visiting iconic landmarks and hidden gems while discovering filming locations from popular holiday movies like Elf, Home Alone 2, Scrooged and more. Starting at Columbus Circle and Central Park West, the tour includes stops at Bloomingdale’s, Rockefeller Center and Bryant Park’s famous ice-skating rink. Shine Bright Only at Hudson Yards, throughout the holiday season. Presented by Wells Fargo, Shine Bright Only at Hudson Yards will once again mesmerize the neighborhood with 2 million twinkling lights, 725 adorned evergreen trees, 115 miles of string lights and impressive 16-foot illuminated hot air balloon structures positioned throughout the Public Square and Gardens. Astra Lumina at Queens Botanical Garden, Flushing, Queens, Nov. 24-Dec. 31. This one-mile-long night walk with captivating projections, dazzling lights and celestial tunes. NYC Winter Lantern Festival: Illuminate the Farm at Queens County Farm Museum, Glen Oaks. Queens, Nov. 17-Jan. 7. Enter the whimsical world of NYC Lantern Festival lighting up the holiday season with unique light displays throughout six acres of historic farmland. This stunning array of artisanal lanterns creates an unforgettable immersive experience featuring a dazzling display of lights and illuminated Chinese lanterns, all handmade by artisans with decades of dedication to their craft.

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The Rink at Bryant Park, Midtown Manhattan (behind the 42nd Street Library), Through early March. Throughout the holidays. Returning for its 22nd season, NYC’s celebrate Bank of America Winter Village is an entire entertainment complex offering the City’s largest free-admission skating

rink, a holiday market comprising nearly 200 merchants. rinkside bar, food hall and carousel. The Rink at Rockefeller Center, Midtown Manhattan, through March. The world-famous ice-skating rink is back for the holidays, offering the classic NYC experience of skating under the iconic Christmas tree. Santa joins skaters on the ice in December. Wollman Rink, Central Park, through March 15. Enjoy skating in Central Park with the picturesque Manhattan skyline in the background. Wollman Rink is continuing its partnership with Culture Pass. The Rink at Manhattan West, Midtown Manhattan, throughout the holiday season, offers daily public skating and upscale ice skating programs hosted by Olympians Melissa Gregory and Denis Petukhov. Located a block away from Madison Square Garden, this 60x80 rink provides a skating experience amidst skyscrapers in Manhattan West’s expansive public plaza, steps away from Moynihan Train Hall. Sky Skate at Hudson Yards, throughout the holiday season. New York City’s highest skating rink take in New York’s sights while gliding on a 1,024 square foot Glice® rink, a zeroenergy ecological and synthetic ice rink positioned in the indoor portion of Edge’s sky deck. NYC Hotel Week: Give the Gift of an NYC Hotel Stay this Winter: NYC Hotel WeekSM returns as part of NYC Winter OutingSM. Give the gift of New York City with a 24% discount on hotel stays at more than 100 hotels. Reservations open November 14; valid for stays over January 3–February 4, 2024. For all there is to do and see in New York City, visit nyctourism.com. ____________________________ © 2023 Travel Features Syndicate, a division of Workstyles, Inc. All rights reserved. Visit goingplacesfarandnear. com

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Thornless Blackberries and Dying Leaves BY JEFF RUGG

Q: I was cleaning up my thornless blackberry row and I came across several very thorny stems. Do blackberry plants revert back to being thorny and not thornless? The rest of the plants seem to have the normal number of stems coming up from the ground. What would be the best way to get rid of them without damaging the thornless plants? A: I suppose it is possible to have thorny stems arise from the normally thornless plant, since that is probably the opposite of how we got thornless plants in the first place.

I think it is also possible that there are thorny plants growing nearby, maybe even in a wild setting. Birds that eat the fruit from that thorny plant would then find your thornless plants producing fruit at the same time. At some point, the bird might poop out the seeds from the thorny plant while visiting your plants. The seeds then grew in your garden. Many weed shrubs come up in hedges due to birds dropping seeds in the hedge. Dig gently around the thorny plant stems with a hand trowel to see if the thorny stems are attached by roots or underground stems to the thornless plants. If they are then it is a thorny stem

genetic variation. If they are separate plants, it is more likely to be a seedling plant. Q: The tips of the leaves on several of my houseplants are dying. A couple of plants have dry dead edges along the sides of the leaf. Any thoughts on what I might be doing wrong? A: There are four common reasons for the dead leaf tips and leaf edges on houseplants. First, not enough water. When the plant roots can’t get enough water, the leaf tips and edges are the farthest from the roots and they get the Continued on page 5

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The book club and a memo BY CLAIRE LYNCH It wasn’t until I retired that I started looking into book clubs. I liked the idea of several people sitting around discussing books and in particular discussing the book they all had read recently so this type of club piqued my interest. I could go to their monthly meetings and feel like a lady of leisure. When I worked full-time I never felt like I had the time to go to a book club in my neighborhood. I saw them advertised here and there - at the public library and at senior centers - but I knew they wouldn’t fit into my schedule. Or more specifically I wouldn’t fit into their schedule. Those book clubs always seemed to meet during the day when I worked. Sure I liked to read novels, non-fiction books and all types of books but the book clubs that I wanted to look into seemed out of reach. That is, until I retired six years ago. Suddenly my schedule was wide open. Granted I was going to get a part-time job plus I wanted to volunteer. Still I had some flexibility to my schedule so now, after all these years of wondering, I could go to a book club meeting. The first one I tried was closest to home. It was at the public library and met once a month on Wednesdays at 10 a.m. That would work for me. I could go, enjoy a lively discussion and still be home in time for lunch. Walking through the doors of the public library I found the meeting room and peered inside. Seeing a woman getting ready for the meeting I walked over and introduced myself. Gladys was her name and I explained that I’d retired recently. She was the volunteer group leader of the book club and she took her work very seriously. She had been an elementary school librarian retiring five years prior so once you spoke to Gladys it was pretty evident to most people that she loved books. Greeting me warmly, Gladys told me what book we would discuss that day: “Each Night Was Illuminated” by Jodi Lynn Anderson. I hadn’t read it but she said that was okay, I could observe. Explaining that there were 15 regular members of the group, Gladys said we would discuss the book, the author and whether we personally enjoyed reading the book. Were we entertained by it? Did we learn anything from it? Did it make us think of other authors ones that maybe we preferred. Gladys was always looking for other books to read so next month or in the months

ahead we could all read them and discuss them. Nodding, I told Gladys I had lots of ideas. Pleased, she said she was happy to have another member join the group especially someone who was so eager to give constructive ideas. As we chatted Gladys bustled about rearranging the chairs, setting out a pleasant-looking dish of cookies, a pot of coffee and closing the blinds half way so no book club participant would be blinded by the sun’s rays. People started arriving and Gladys greeted each one by name. The meeting started and Gladys called on Debbie to say a few introductory words about “Each Night Was Illuminated” by Jodi Lynn Anderson. Cassie and Elias go out at night searching for ghosts even though she knows better than to believe they will find any. Fred, the only man in the group, said it was a compelling book to read and that’s what he likes - books that hold his interest. After people tossed out other thoughts Gladys announced the next book we’d discuss. As with so many volunteer groups, Gladys depended on her fellow volunteers to make things happen in the book club and Peppermint Patty was her right hand. People called her Peppermint Patty because she loved the “Peanuts” comic strip and she had chin-length hair that was medium brown. She also has freckles. She was personable and energetic like Charles Schulz’s Peppermint Patty. When you pictured the cartoon’s Peppermint Patty then looked at this Patty, there definitely was a resemblance. A people person, Peppermint Patty sent a monthly email to all the group members telling them about upcoming books to be discussed. Peppermint Patty called them her “memos.” “I’ll send you a memo about that,” she would say and people knew she meant she would email them. A group email was most expeditious but if you had a particular question, she’d email you individually. Peppermint Patty would get ahold of copies of the next book to be read at the library making it easier for the members. The weeks and months rolled around and everyone had other commitments so it was convenient in many ways. People thanked Peppermint Patty for being so efficient. Peppermint Patty often called on individuals to voluntarily critique the book or give a short biography of the author and people went along because

Peppermint Patty was so congenial. She had retired six years ago and knew a book club was something she would join. She wasn’t a golfer or a bowler so this was good for her. Together Gladys and Peppermint Patty were a dynamic duo. They lingered after the meeting officially ended and chatted with everyone as they enjoyed the coffee and cookies. Leaving the public library after my first meeting of the book club I smiled thinking how well they worked together and got everyone interested in talking about the topic at hand. This was no boring book club, I thought. It

was fun. I told Gladys and Peppermint Patty before I left that next time I’d be prepared - I’d read the assigned book ahead of time. And I’d read a little about the author’s background. To me it wasn’t homework, it was interesting. We said our goodbyes and off I went. I was glad I’d made the effort to seek out my local book club. There were different personalities in the group which kept it lively and it was a welcoming group. As far as the books go, I’m hoping “The Shining” won’t be on the assigned reading list. I don’t like horror books!

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What’s That Check For? BY TOM MARGENAU A couple weeks ago, a one-time check for $90 from the Social Security Administration showed up in my checking account. I wasn’t totally sure what that was all about, but I had a pretty good idea. Today, I got a letter from the SSA telling me all about the check, and it turned out my guess was right. I’ll share more about that mystery check in a minute. But first I want to explain to my readers why I got a check first and an explanation a couple weeks later. And by the way, I’m not alone. I’ve received quite a few emails from readers telling me that an odd amount of money from Social Security landed in their bank accounts and they were wondering what it was all about. And I told them to just be patient and wait a week or two and they’d get an explanatory letter from the SSA. Why does it happen that way? Why does a letter of explanation come so many days late? It’s really not a great mystery. And it’s not “typical government incompetence,” as one reader told me. It’s simply that electronic fund transfers can happen almost instantaneously, whereas a physical letter takes a while to prepare and mail. In other words, once the SSA figured I was due some extra money, they pushed a few buttons and a check was on its way to my bank account. And then after those buttons were pushed, someone at the SSA had to prepare a letter explaining what was going on, then that letter had to go through the SSA’s mailroom and then to the U.S. Postal Service and finally to my mailbox. And all of that took about 10 days or so. Over the years, some readers have remarked to me that the SSA should time the delivery of the check to coincide with the delivery of the letter. I remember many years ago, while I still worked for the SSA, being involved in meetings where that issue was discussed. And SSA officials decided that it was best to get the money out to people as fast as possible (it’s their money, after all) and live with the consequences of a delayed letter of explanation. So anyway, what was my extra check for? Well, that’s what the rest of this column is all about. I got a little boost in my Social Security because my 2022 earnings were finally factored into my benefit formula and it turned out those earnings caused a small increase in my monthly benefit. My monthly benefit went up by about $10, and the $90 check was paying me that extra 10 bucks retroactively to January 2023. Some seniors who continue working after they go on Social Security get an increase in their benefits, and some don’t. To understand whether the earnings you have and the taxes you pay after you start getting Social Security will increase your benefits, you have to understand how Social Security retirement benefits

are figured in the first place. Simply stated, your Social Security retirement benefit is based on your average monthly income, indexed for inflation, using a 35-year base of earnings. So, when you initially filed for benefits, the Social Security Administration looked at your entire earnings history. Then they adjusted each year of earnings for inflation. The inflation adjustment factor depends on your year of birth and varies from one year to the next. Here is just one example. Fred was born in 1949. And let’s say that he made $7,000 in 1970. When figuring his Social Security benefit, the SSA multiplied that $7,000 by an inflation adjustment factor of 6.58. In other words, instead of $7,000, they actually used $46,060 as his 1970 earnings when figuring his Social Security benefit. (There are different inflation factors for each year of earnings and for different years of birth.) After the SSA indexes each year of earnings for inflation, they pull out your highest 35 years and add them up. Then they divide the total by 420 -- that’s the number of months in 35 years -- to get your average monthly inflation-adjusted income. Your Social Security benefit is a percentage of that amount. The percentage used depends on a variety of factors too complex to explain here. But for the purposes of this column, we don’t need to know the precise percentage. Suffice it to say that for most people, their Social Security retirement benefit represents roughly 40% of their average inflation-adjusted monthly income. So, when you are working and paying Social Security taxes after you start receiving Social Security benefits, those additional taxes you are paying will increase your monthly Social Security check IF your current earnings increase your average monthly income. In other words, if your current annual income is higher than the lowest inflation-adjusted year of earnings used in your most recent Social Security computation, the SSA will drop out that low year, add in the new higher year, recalculate your average monthly income, and then refigure your Social Security benefit. My case is a little different. Because I worked for the federal government almost all my life, and paid into the civil service retirement system and not Social Security, my Social Security record is filled with a lot of “zero” earnings years. So any income I have now (when I am paying into Social Security) will replace a “zero” year and slightly boost my Social Security check. But for this column, let me use a more typical example of someone who worked and paid Social Security taxes his or her whole career. Let’s go back to Fred whom I mentioned earlier. And let’s say the $7,000 he made in 1970 was the lowest year in his current Social Security computation. And let’s further say that he made $35,000 last year. Fred might assume that

because $35,000 is much higher than $7,000, he should get an increase in his Social Security checks. But remember, the SSA didn’t use $7,000 in his benefit calculation. They used the inflation-adjusted amount of $46,060. Because Fred’s current earnings of $35,000 are lower than the low year of $46,060 used in his Social Security retirement computation,

the additional earnings do NOT increase his average monthly income, so Fred’s Social Security benefit will not go up. On the other hand, had Fred’s current earnings been $70,000, for example, that would increase his benefit. The SSA would replace his low year Continued on next page

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Attending Realtors’ conferences aids in your knowledge BY PHILIP A. RAICES I just returned from last week’s NAR Convention and my Global Business and Alliance Committee meetings. It doesn’t matter how many years you may be involved in the industry, there is always something to learn and absorb as well as refreshing one’s knowledge to clear out the cobwebs and go over information and topics pertinent to your business. With the advancement of new technology and applications, especially with the assistance of AI, this will have a major impact on all facets of life, especially business. Simplifying one’s daily routine with the use of cutting-edge applications along with old-fashioned service and keeping in contact with clients on a regular basis allows one to do business in a much more streamlined and efficient manner. Participating in NAR Conventions being involved on committees and seeing what others are doing around the country adds to the repertoire and stock of skills to be able to compliment and service clients in the most professional and transparent fashion. Listening and observing professional speakers provided updated and important information on the current market; enlightened and reinforced our market conditions as well as ideas and solutions to keep business profitable. Networking with Realtors locally and across the globe also keeps you abreast of how other cultures work in the business and it creates some solid connections for future business. Canada, Mexico, and China are the top 3 countries from

SOCIAL SECURITY AND YOU Continued from previous page of $46,060 with the new higher year of $70,000, recompute his average monthly wage and refigure his benefit. Then, like me, one day he would notice some extra money from Social Security in his bank account. And a couple weeks later, he’d get a letter telling him what I just explained to you in this column. 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

which Foreign Nationals purchase U.S. real estate. The main reason has been the lucrative atmosphere over the last few years as rental prices have increased and the safety of their investments, especially of single-family homes in suburban locations. I have been making those connections with agents and clients from those countries enabling me to expand our reach with international purchasers. I have learned that mortgage rates to purchase real estate in The Netherlands, France, Italy Switzerland, Ireland, Germany, and many other countries are much lower than in the U.S. from 2.51%-4+%. This makes the cost to purchase very desirable. However, one must do their due diligence to make a logical determination as to the safety, future appreciation, and total costs as a foreign national. When relocating to another country or even within the U.S., the connections and relationships that we have gained over the years have gone a long way in assisting clients, especially those looking for a vacation or retirement home. Attending these yearly conventions enables us to learn the ins and outs of relocation and establishing long-term associations and alliances with others in the industry. We have also established through our local and National Global Committees a multi-

tude of MOUs (memorandums of understanding) with countries around the globe. It is a somewhat formal agreement (but not a binding contract) for a common line of action between 2 countries when doing business with one another. It is a roadmap of each party’s duties and requirements. It makes the association with each other a stronger and more beneficial pact in knowing that each entity can depend on each other for assistance. Long-term personal and business friendships and associations can be gained by attending these conventions. When one travels to other countries this enables attendees to visit those established connections attained over the many years on a more personal level. This can only enhance one’s life by having those most important relationships. Lastly, real estate conventions also provide a break from the daily business routine and allow one to escape to another location to meet and greet others in the industry. This also provides a certain recharge of one’s battery as there are nightly parties and gatherings. This year Angel Stadium provided a huge outing for all Realtors. Various choices in food, music, and entertainment were provided. One could even try throwing a ball as fast as possible in competing amongst other agents. Also, stepping up to the plate

in the batting cage and hitting a ball to see how good your skills were. These are reasons to attend these conferences and to gain an edge in aiding to your knowledge and being able to absorb new ideas and concepts in running your business. The camaraderie and excitement for the event were memorable and I look forward to the Boston event in November of 2024. 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.

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Thornless Blackberries and Dying Leaves Continued from page 2 least amount of water. This is a common problem when the plants are watered inconsistently. When the plant gets watered, the parts closest to the roots get water faster and longer than the parts farthest from the roots. Second, hot dry air blowing on the plant or just plain low humidity in the house can cause the leaf edges to dry out. Raising the humidity of the whole house is better for the plants and wooden furniture in the house. Adding water to trays under the plants doesn’t work all that well. Third, too much fertilizer may have been used. Fertilizer chemicals move through the plant and accumulate at the leaf tip and edges. Eventually, there is too much of these chemical salts in the cells along the edges and they die. This may be accompanied by white salt de-

posits accumulating on the top of the soil and along the edge of the pot. Scoop the salt off the soil and pot and then flood the soil with clean water several times to rinse out some of the fertilizer. Fourth, the water may have too many minerals, too much chlorine, too much fluoride, or be the wrong pH for that plant. If these are the problem, using rainwater or water that has been setting out for a day to allow the chlorine to evaporate can help. Trimming the dead areas off the leaf will improve the appearance, but unless the cause is diagnosed and treated, the dead areas will come back. Email questions to Jeff Rugg at info@ greenerview.com. COPYRIGHT 2023 JEFF RUGG DISTRIBUTED BY CREATORS

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Why I Appreci-Hate Credit Cards BY MARY HUNT Erma Bombeck, the late humorist, summed up family relationships when she spoke of “the ties that bind ... and gag!” That just makes me laugh because it is such a colorful word picture. Maybe you’ve thought this from time to time: “Family -- can’t live with ‘em, and can’t live without ‘em!” The same thing could be said about credit cards in these very strange times in which we live. Many people can’t live with them but can’t live without them, either. Who could have foreseen a time when the very thing that has the ability to ruin so many lives (I do know a thing or two about that) would be the very thing that we require in this digital age? The relationship I have with my credit card is appreciation on the one extreme and hatred on the other. I have an “appreci-hate” relationship with it. Yes, I said hate. It is a strong word. My intention is that by the time you finish reading this, you, too, will appreci-hate credit cards with an intensity that propels you on the fast track to financial freedom.

The credit card relationship is a funny thing. When you maintain a $0 balance at the end of every month so that you have no credit card debt, you have a very useful financial tool that you are free to appreciate. Your $0 balance credit card works hard to keep your credit score high. That financial tool makes it possible for you to purchase an airline ticket, rent a car, buy things you need online -- all without paying a nickel’s worth of interest. You get a 25-day grace period when you keep your balance at $0. You own it. You’re the boss of it. It works for you, and you win! But if it’s the other way around, and you’ve racked up revolving debt that rolls from month to month accruing more and more interest, sorry, my friend. That credit card owns you. You are its slave. Yes, another strong word. So be it. That’s exactly the relationship. That credit card debt beats you up to keep you down. It is a master of torture, inflicting cruel treatment. Sure, I know it’s not that piece of plastic that’s to blame. You are responsible for your actions. But a lot of the blame must be on the banks and the credit card issuers who impose incredible terms and conditions -- terms that can change mid-

stream and interest rates that go to 29% and beyond. When your credit card owns you, the ties are wicked. They are ties that bind and strangle. With interest rates in the double-digits and often nearing 30%, piled on by late fees, over-limit fees, variable interest rates, ridiculously low minimum monthly payments and open-ended credit structure (meaning if you pay down what you owe, you can borrow back up to your credit limit any time) -- credit card debt is designed to imprison unsuspecting, naive, needy people who only wanted it in the first place to use in case of emergency. There’s only one way to break the stranglehold of credit card debt, and that is to pay back every last dime of that revolving debt balance. Before you cut me off, let me say that I know from personal experience that won’t be easy, but it’s doable. If you could use some help with getting started, then staying on track right down to owing $0, check out a book I wrote about my own journey, experience, and debt-free outcome! Through the pages, I will walk with you step by step, guiding and encouraging you. “Debt-Proof Liv-

ing” (by me!) is available wherever books are sold. 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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No More Brain Fog BY CHARLYN FARGO Whatever your holidays look like this year, you can help your brain stay healthy with foods that support brain health. This is a great time to start a new food tradition with immediate family -- since our traditions have already changed in the last few years. There is promising research that nutrition interventions for the holidays and beyond can help prevent or delay the onset of Alzheimer’s disease. Current research shows that it is dietary patterns -- rather than individual nutrients or specific foods -- that can prevent or slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease. Just what dietary patterns can help? The Mediterranean diet, the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension diet and the Mediterranean-DASH Diet Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay. Choose one -- or combine them -- to help your thinking.

A quick primer on the diets: The Mediterranean diet consists of foods traditionally eaten in countries surrounding the Mediterranean Sea and includes vegetables, fruits, whole grains, fish, olive oil and moderate consumption of red wine. A whole host of health benefits have been attributed to the diet, such as reduced rate of death, cardiovascular disease, some cancers, Parkinson’s disease and Alzheimer’s disease, as well as protection against cognitive decline, according to an article in the Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery and Psychiatry. The Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension, or DASH, diet also has shown promise in improving neurocognitive function. It focuses on fruits, vegetables, whole grains, low-fat dairy, lean protein and low sodium. The Mediterranean-DASH Diet Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay, or MIND, diet combines the Mediterranean and DASH diets -- with the addition of foods that have been shown to benefit cognitive health, such as green, leafy vegetables and berries. To get the most cognitive benefit from foods, add fish and seafood, green leafy vegetables, berries and olive oil to your holiday dishes. Put them together in a meal and there is a synergistic effect. The bottom line? It’s important to think about what you’re putting into your body -- even for brain function. Choose healthier foods and even your brain is going to

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Q: Are almonds as healthy as everyone says? A: It appears they are -- in the right portion. In a study in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, snacking on almonds daily lowered risk of cardiovascular disease by 32%. Study participants were men and women ages 30 to 70 at a high risk for developing cardiovascular disease. After two weeks of eating traditional snacks, participants were divided into two groups. One group at mini muffins for four weeks; the other ate whole almonds. Both snacks provided 20% of daily calories. At the end of the six weeks, the almond snackers lowered their low-density lipoprotein (bad) cholesterol and improved endothelial function, two important risk factors for cardiovascular disease. RECIPE Here’s a healthy recipe from Taste of Home that combines fiber-rich quinoa with roasted vegetables. It makes a great side dish or lunch on its own. QUINOA WITH ROASTED VEGETABLES 1 small eggplant, chopped 1 medium zucchini, chopped 1 medium sweet yellow pepper, chopped 1 medium red onion, chopped 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved

2 garlic cloves, diced 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth 1 1/2 cups quinoa, rinsed 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 3/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1/4 cup each minced fresh basil, parsley and chives Place vegetables and garlic in an ungreased 15-by-10-by-1-inch baking pan. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake, uncovered, at 425 degrees F for 35-40 minutes or until tender, stirring once. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Add quinoa. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Remove from the heat; fluff with a fork. Transfer vegetables and quinoa to a large bowl. Whisk the vinegar, mustard and remaining oil; drizzle over vegetable mixture. Sprinkle with herbs; toss to combine. Serves 8 (3/4 cup each). Per serving: 222 calories; 7 grams protein; 31 grams carbohydrate; 9 grams fat (1gram saturated fat); 0 grams cholesterol; 5 grams fiber; 4 grams sugar, 388 milligrams sodium; 7grams protein. 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. COPYRIGHT 2023 CREATORS.COM

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Find the Ecliptic After Dark BY DENNIS MAMMANA Week of Nov. 26-Dec. 2, 2023 This week we can see something that many beginning sky watchers miss. I say we can “see” it, but in reality, it’s invisible except in our imaginations. I’m referring to what astronomers know as the “ecliptic.” The ecliptic outlines the path that the sun, moon and planets of our solar system take as they wander our skies from night to night and from month to month. The planets orbit our sun, and the moon orbits the Earth, all in nearly circular paths that lie roughly on the same geometric plane. We on Earth, of course, lie on the inside of this solar system, so when we gaze outward, we see these bodies along an arc that spans the sky. It’s along this arc that the planets, sun and moon appear to move over time. We call it the ecliptic because, as you might imagine, this is the only place where eclipses can occur. The ancients may not have known its true nature, but they certainly noticed the pattern, and they created a set of constellations through which these solar system bodies appeared to wander over time: the zodiac. This week after sunset we can see Sagittarius, Capricornus, Aquarius, Pisces, Aries and Taurus along the ecliptic in our southern sky. It is roughly along this arc that we will always find the sun, moon and planets, and this week we can spot several just after dark. Some are pretty easy to find, but others are a bit tougher.

It is roughly along the arc of the ecliptic that we will always find the sun, moon and planets, and this week we can spot several just after dark.

First off, look for the full moon low in the east after sunset on Nov. 26. Not far to its west on that night lies the brilliant planet Jupiter. Even without the moon to guide us, it’ll be hard to miss this stunningly bright object. Appearing farther to the west, and much fainter than Jupiter, lies Saturn. By connecting the moon, Jupiter and Saturn with an imaginary line and extending it completely across the southern sky you can trace the ecliptic. Along the way you will have encountered three other planets, though they’re quite a bit more challenging to find.

The easiest of these is Mercury. I say it’s easiest only because it’s visible to the unaided eye, but it lies very low in the southwestern sky for only a short time during dusk. You will need a clear sky and low horizon toward the southwest -- and possibly even binoculars -- to spot this elusive planet. If you have a small telescope, you’ll be able to find the other two planets there right now. Uranus is the easier of the two; now lying its closest to Earth it will appear in a small scope as a tiny bluish-green dot. Those with excellent eyesight might even spot it with the unaided

eye, but only from a dark location with no moonlight to interfere. Neptune... well, here’s a real challenge. Only if you know where to aim a small telescope will you see Neptune as a tinier and fainter version of Uranus. It’s only along this ecliptic band that we will ever find the sun, moon and planets. If ever they should appear elsewhere... well, you’ll know something has gone terribly wrong! Visit Dennis Mammana at dennismammana.com. COPYRIGHT 2023 CREATORS.COM

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A Shot in the Arm BY TRACY BECKERMAN “You should get a shingles vaccine,” said my doctor at my annual checkup. “You can get it at the same time you get your flu shot at the pharmacy.” “Does it hurt?” I asked as I slipped back into my boots. I knew it was kind of a dumb question, because of course it would hurt. I mean, come on; shots hurt. When your kids are little, you pretend that shots don’t hurt so they won’t be afraid of getting one. But on the inside, you know that when you get the shot, you’re like “Holy mother of Godzilla, that hurts!” “A little,” she said. “And will I get a lollipop afterward?” I asked. “Probably not.” I figured she was being truthful about the second question but not being truthful about the first, so without the moti-

vation of a piece of candy, I put it off for a week. But then I found myself at the drug store and decided to bite the bullet and get the shots while I was there. When I told the pharmacist I wanted the vaccines, she smiled at me like I was going to get something really good, like a free ice cream cone, not two long, sharp needles jabbed into my arm. In truth, it wasn’t so much the shots I was afraid of; it was the aftershots. I’ve had the flu vaccine, and the aftershot for that one isn’t bad at all, but I’d heard that the aftermath of the shingles shot is bad. Like, your arm hurts so much you can’t lift it to even grab a sheet of toilet paper bad. Still, no one I knew had said anything about it, so I thought maybe it wouldn’t be that bad. The pharmacist took me into a tiny back room and then she whipped out two giant needles. One was filled with the shingles serum and the other with the flu

vaccine. Then, before you could say “chin hair,” she gave me a shot in each arm. That was it. She said “Have a nice day” like she hadn’t just impaled me on two swordfish-sized needles, and she left. I got up, waved my arms around, and felt nothing. But once I got home, I realized that my shingles arm was getting a little achy. By dinner time, it was really sore. And the next morning, I couldn’t lift my shingles shot arm, and I was walking around like a lopsided orangutan with my knuckles dragging on the floor. My husband, of course, thought I was being a weenie and said I was overreacting. I said, “People who get Man Colds shouldn’t throw stones.” The shingles arm pain lasted for a week. And then suddenly it was better. I was so relieved because my arm felt normal again... until I remembered, “Holy Mother of Godzilla, I have to get a SECOND booster shot.”

Realizing that the pain from a shingles shot was much, much less than actually having shingles, I quit whining about it and told all my girlfriends they should get the shingles shot. I also decided to start a Sisterhood of the Traveling Shingles Shot Arm and tell everyone what came AFTER the shingles shot so they could prepare themselves for the orangutan experience that would come. And this time, after I get the booster shot, I plan to have chocolate cake waiting for me when I get home, which will be great -- as long as I can lift my arm to put the fork in my mouth. 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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Serves 8 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 1⁄2 cups sugar Pinch kosher salt 3 large eggs, separated (you’ll need whites later for meringue) 3 cups milk 1. Preheat oven to 325 F. Chill the bowl and beaters for making the meringue (if making). 2. Combine flour, sugar and salt in a large, heavy saucepan. 3. Lightly beat egg yolks and combine with milk in a large bowl or measuring cup. Pour the egg and milk mixture into dry ingredients in heavy saucepan. Cook over low to medium heat, stirring constantly, until ingredients are thickened and smooth. Remove saucepan from heat and stir in vanilla. 4. To layer your banana pudding, begin by placing 1⁄3 of

“Southern Banana Pudding” from Add a Pinch, an online recipe and meal planning resource, makes quite a tasty banana pudding that features a meringue topping. Serve it at holiday gatherings or any time you want a sweet treat.

1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 11-ounce package vanilla wafers, approximately 45 wafers 5 to 6 bananas 3 egg whites, reserved from above 1⁄8 teaspoon cream of tartar 1⁄4 cup sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

the vanilla wafers on the bottom of a 2-quart oven-safe glass bowl or baking dish. 5. Slice bananas and place 1⁄3 on top of wafers. 6. Pour one-third of custard over wafers and bananas. 7. Repeat layering process two more times until all wafers, bananas, and custard have been used, ending with a final layer of the wafers. For the meringue: 1. Whip the egg whites with an electric mixer set at high speed. 2. Allow egg whites to foam,

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The entire marching band after their performance. Garden City High School’s marching band performed at the J. Birney Crum stadium in Allentown, Pennsylvania for the USBands Division 3A National Championship on Nov. 4. The band received a score of 90.5 and came in fourth place. This was the highest score and placing in eight years. Marching band director Daniel DellaMonica could not be prouder, “As they were performing, I was getting chills. I could just see and hear that the students were performing their best field show of the season yet. This remarkable achievement of earning this high placing in our first year at the Division 3A level is a testament to the efforts of the students, the marching band staff, our administration, and the supportive Marching Band Parent Association. I am so proud of all involved!” Jonathan Sanasie, a senior drum major who joined in eighth grade, reveled in the band’s performance and season. “This was such an amazing show. It was the best we have ever performed, and it showed in our score,” he said. “Over 90 is just incredible. Certainly, a season to never forget.” "I am incredibly proud of the GCHS marching band for their remarkable fourth-place finish at the USBands National Championship,” said Coordinator of Music and the Arts, Amanda Hauser. “Their dedication, teamwork, and unwavering passion for music shine both on and off the field. Marching band isn’t just a class; it’s a way of life for the students who sign up for it. It demands commitment, practice and a strong sense of unity among its members. I also want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to Mr. DellaMonica, the marching band staff, and parents for their unwavering dedication, without which our achievements this season wouldn’t have been possible.” Photos courtesy of Garden City Public Schools

The Garden City High School marching band performed for their final time of the season at the USBands National Championship.

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IN MEMORIAM Diane C. Conte

Diane Carol Conte was born September 6, 1940 in New York City. She went to the Washington Avenue grammar school in Brooklyn, the Hempstead Church School, and finally graduated from the Greater New York Academy in Queens a year ahead of her peers in 1957. She then attended Atlantic Union College. At age 18 Diane married Peter Conte in New York. They moved to Loma Linda, California, where she worked for the U.S.A.F. while he began his medical studies. Diane and Peter moved back home to New York where he graduated dental school at New York University. As their family grew they moved from Freeport to Garden City and raised four children. All four of their children attended the Waldorf School in Garden City and Garden City High School. She is the beloved mother of Peter Richard Conte, Lawrence Gregory Conte, Andrea Lynn Conte

Diane Conte

and Brian Russell Conte. She is also mother-in-law to David Eugene Noble. Diane and Peter divorced in 1987. She became a legal secretary. Diane moved to Florida in 1996 to be closer to her children and continued her career as a paralegal and legal secretary. Diane was a beautiful woman and a passionate artist at heart. She was a musician. She was a painter and played the piano. She loved her children, her family, friends, chocolate, flowers, the Cathedral in Garden City and all things Englebert Humperdinck. Diane was highly organized and could often be found making lists or taking notes in cursive and shorthand while sipping on coffee no matter what the occasion. Smart and remarkably resilient, she had an inner strength cloaked beneath a fragile exterior with the mind of a high-powered attorney. She had a strong moral compass, impeccable taste and a spicy native New York

flair. Diane was a lady. She was a natural timeless beauty, gracious and fun. "D", "Lady Di" or "Dinah" were names with which she was often referred. She was and always will be remembered as a loving mother, relentless, sassy, stylish, loyal friend, cherished aunt, fun cousin, and reluctant cat sitter. Diane was deeply loved by her children and extended family. She is preceded by her parents, Caroline Ciliano-LaMonica and Richard Anthony LaMonica; her sister, Dr. Elaine Lawrence Brandi and her treasured aunts, uncles, cousins and nephews. Diane transitioned to heaven at 7:44 a.m. on November 16, 2023 in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. A Funeral Service for Diane will be at the Cathedral of the Incarnation at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, November 29, followed by her burial at the Greenfield Cemetery in Uniondale, where she will rest with her parents as she wished.

IN MEMORIAM

Sharon K. Hummers

Sharon K. Hummers, a longtime resident of Garden City passed away at home surrounded by family on November 17, 2023. Born November 14, 1935 in Valley Stream N.Y., she attended S.U.N.Y. Cortland and after graduation taught Phys. Ed. in Massachusetts and later attended Queens College where she was an Associate Professor of Physical Education. In later years. she coached tennis at Sacred Heart Academy.

Though a lifelong tennis player, Sharon took up Platform Tennis in the 70's and became so proficient on the National Scene that for almost 2 decades she accumulated over 19 National Championships with various partners. Sharon was inducted into the Platform Tennis Hall of Fame in 2009. Her record was unsurpassed in Women's Senior National titles, and all done with gracious behavior on the court, exemplary sportsmanship and respect for opponents and partners. She was sought out by women all over Long Island to teach them Platform due to her expertise, teaching ability and long love of the game. She was a dedicated volunteer, President of the Garden City Twigs and working/running the gift shop at Winthrop University Hospital (NYU Langone) for over 20 years. In recent years she enjoyed playing cards, Scrabble and doing puzzles with her family and friend Dawn. Sharon was married to her husband, Herbert J. Hummers for over 66 years. She is survived by her daughters, Carol Gardner and Beth Kretschmer and son-in-law Jed. A doting grandmother, Sharon was blessed with 3 grandchildren, Robert Spatzer and wife Amy, Jennifer Spatzer and partner Chris, and Samantha Kretschmer-Newsome and her husband Darian. Her five great grandchildren, Kayden, Riley and Amelia Spatzer, along with Ethan and Madelyn Spatzer-Loftus were a constant source of joy.

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Date with a Dragon at the Library

Children in grades K–5 enjoyed A Date With A Dragon. This was a fun, educational program where they met Ozzie, a bearded dragon and learned all about bearded dragons with Nanci Fields.

Joseph Iagrossi

Joseph Iagrossi passed away on November 12th, after declining health over the past several years. Joseph was born in Brooklyn on September 24th, 1930 to Italian immigrants, Michael and Agatha Iagrossi. He had an older brother John. His parents were hardworking; his father a shoe-maker and his mother worked in a men’s suit factory. Joseph said despite the humble home life, he never wanted for food or love. He even was the first in his neighborhood to own a TV. Joseph met Evelyn (Siebenkas) at the Palladium in NYC in 1950. He impressed her with a ride home in his 1949 Buick convertible, black with red interior, that cost a life savings of $1300. He admitted that after offering her a ride home, he couldn’t remember the location of the car in the parking lot and a police officer had to drive him around the lot until he located the car. Evelyn was patiently waiting for that ride home, so she must have seen something special in him, or, she just really wanted to ride in that convertible. They later married and celebrated 59 years together until Evelyn’s passing on November 11th 2020. From a young age, Joseph showed mechanical prowess. There was nothing he couldn’t build or repair. It was his love of airplanes that led him to an aeronautics high school and to his first job at Pan American Airlines where he spent the next 45 years moving up the ranks from an aircraft mechanic to manager. He had an unwavering commitment to perfection. For example, without a plumber’s training or license, he converted his home from oil to gas. His family said they were all so nervous but when the utility company came to turn on the gas and inspect the work, the inspector remarked that he had never seen such a pristine welding job. Later in life, he turned his passion for mechanics into hobbies. He built model airplanes and well into his 80’s could be found driving to Brooklyn to meet his fellow hobbyists to fly the planes. He’d drive along the Belt Parkway, Frank Sinatra blasting on his radio. In 1974 Joseph and Evelyn parents scraped up enough money to move the family from Queens to Garden City. Joseph was very proud to bring his family to the suburbs and such an idyllic town. His family says they never understood the struggles he endured to financially sustain his family in Garden City, but they do know that he made sacrifices, so that they could be educated and go off to college with no student loans. Known as “Poppy” to his grandchildren, he was a family man and worked hard to provide not only the necessities, but to also provide love, support, and unparalleled enthusiasm for

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

Beauty Clinic

Jeanine from Right at Home is presenting a complimentary beauty clinic on Tuesday, November 28, at 12:30. All are welcome to bring their own mirror and makeup. Register at the Senior Center front desk.

Chi Kung Class

Chi Kung class is being offered on Thursday afternoon at 1:00, cost is $40, for a 6-week session. Register at the Recreation Office or the Senior Center (see Felicia).

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Joseph Iagrossi all his family’s accomplishments. He was very proud of his family and was never at a loss for words when speaking praises about his three children or six grandchildren. They will miss their greatest cheerleader deeply. His family knew him well from a lifetime of togetherness. These are the things that they will hold dear in memory.... His favorite donut was a jelly donut, but with most of the jelly squeezed out. His favorite movies were The Wizard of Oz, and, The Grapes of Wrath. Hi favorite TV channels were Turner Classic Movies or the Yes Network. He loved Frank Sinatra and his favorite song was “My Way”. He ate fried flounder every Friday. His favorite pizza was a grandma slice from Mama Theresa’s. He never wore sweatpants, jeans, sneakers, or shorts. He wore a Lacoste cardigan even in summer. He returned every gift his family ever bought him. He believed his family would catch a cold if they didn’t wear “stockings” (socks) on their feet. His favorite cookie was a Mallomar. And, he loved his Yankees. He was a loyal fan over the span of his lifetime and rarely missed a televised game. He boasted frequently of his brother John taking him to see Lou Gehrig play. His family knew, when the Yankees lost, that he would be deeply depressed as if he played the game himself. And that most of their managers were “bums”. Joseph is survived by his three children and their spouses: Victoria (Padala), Michael Iagrossi, and Jennifer (Blue) as well as his six cherished grandchildren: Michael, Lauren, Regan, Ava, Juliette, and Courtney.

Alice from AAA will be at the Senior Center at 10:30 on 12/4 to answer questions about traveling, and 10:30 on 12/11 to answer questions about AAA membership and perks.

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Joy from SSNA will be at the Senior Center once again on December 20 at 11:15. Register at the Senior Center front

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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 4. Register at the Recreation office or at the Senior Center (see Felicia) Classes are as follows: 6:15-7:15 p.m.: 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 p.m.: 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.

Seniors Duplicate Bridge Results The winners of the Monday, November 20, 2023 games:

North/South:

1st Place: Claire Burns and Joan Kiernan 2nd Place: Nick Basile and Bill Draybk

East/West:

1st Place (Tie): Carol Bertalli and Angela Governale; Tommie Dodge and Terry Schoenig 2nd Place: Carrie Flapan and Valerie Ignatowitz

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IN MEMORIAM

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Thank You, Coach Tak!

Growing up in Queens, Edward Takvor went on to play football and graduate from Columbia University. After a productive career on the gridiron, Ed then out-kicked-the-coverage and married his terrific wife, Teresa. The couple ultimately moved to Garden City and had four beautiful children: Blaise, Mia, Lucas, and Amelia. But, that was just the beginning. Coach “Tak” then began servicing the community by dedicating his time and talents as a GC Thunder football coach for his son, Blaise. Next, he was ultimately the head coach for his son Lucas. Then in the middle of the pandemic, Tak once again stepped up to become a coach for the Thunder during the flag football season for his daughter Amelia. After that season, when the club needed a head coach for a second Thunder Team for the 4th Grade squad, Ed once again

answered the call and began his 3rd tour of duty as head coach. All in, Ed went on to coach for 14 seasons, countless practices, endless hours watching film, and coaching more than 100 games on the field. Enduring consistent success in the standings, Ed displayed his passion for the sport by teaching the young athletes the fundamentals of football. However, his time with the football players will likely be most remembered for instilling life long lessons in sportsmanship, team work, and perseverance. On top of demonstrating the basics of football by “getting low” while teaching the perfect tackling form, or flying through the air attempting to display the proper technique for an Up Down, Coach Tak could be consistently seen educating the team with a smile and a quick joke. Whether Coach Tak was injecting fun into a rain

practice by sliding through puddles on a blocking pad, or kindly highlighting to a referee that they may have potentially made an incorrect call, Ed conducted himself with professionalism, passion, and care. On behalf of all of your players, families, coaches, and the community, the GC Thunder program all thanks you for your endless dedication and support. And – of course – we appreciate Teresa being so generous with their family’s time. The Thunder sidelines will be a little bit quieter on the sidelines next year without Teresa. On the bright side, the Takvor family can now actually take a vacation in August 2024. So, for one last time: THUNDER ON 3 …. THUNDER ON 3!

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THE OFFICE CAT From page 23 reported that their identity had been stolen and used to open unauthorized bank and debit card accounts. Excessive speed A South Avenue motorist was charged with excessive speed and passing a stop sign on November 17th. Alarming cooking The GCFD and GCPD responded to a Franklin Avenue building for a fire alarm and determined the cause to be overcooked food on November 17th. Alarming construction On the same day, police and firefighters responded to a residence for a fire alarm and determined construction workers activated it. Revoked license Officers arrested a Clinton Road motorist for allegedly driving with a DWI-related revoked license and two unsafe lane use violations on November 18th. Stolen phone A cell phone was reported stolen from a vehicle parked in Nassau County Parking Field 6 on November 18th.

Leaving the scene A white pickup truck reportedly left the scene on November 18th after striking a vehicle parked at the Garden City Hotel. Construction dust On November 18th Garden City Police and Firefighters responded to a residence for a fire alarm and determined it was activated by construction dust. Burnt food On the same day, the GCFD and GCPD responded to a residence for a fire alarm and determined it was activated by burnt food. Open door Garden City Police investigated a report of an open door to a residence on November 18th. Upon inspecting the premises, all appeared to be in order. Unauthorized transaction Garden City Police investigated a report of an unauthorized transaction against a victim’s bank account on November 19th. Gas odor Garden City Police and Firefighters responded to a residence for a gas odor on November 19th. Firefighters deter-

mined the cause to be a boiler issue and rendered the area safe. Suspended license On November 19th a Meadow Street motorist was charged with driving with a suspended license and passing a Stop sign. Alarm error GCFD and GCPD responded to a 7th Street restaurant on November 19th for a fire alarm and determined it was set in error. Tinted windows A 7th Street motorist was charged with driving with a suspended registration, unlicensed operation, and tinted windows on November 19th. Another gas call GCFD and GCPD responded to Locust Street on November 19th for an odor of gas. Firefighters deemed the area safe. Grand larceny arrest On November 20th Garden City Police arrested a 54-year-old employee of FedEx for allegedly stealing jewelry from packages. He was charged with Grand Larceny. Stalking arrest After an investigation, on November

20th Garden City Detectives arrested a 27-year-old male for allegedly sending harassing text messages to a victim. He was charged with stalking. Dog reunited with family On November 20th Garden City Police found a loose dog on Locust Street and determined who the owner was by utilizing the Department’s chip reader. The dog was then returned to a family member. Unlicensed operation A Clinton Road motorist was charged with unlicensed operation and excessive speed on November 20th. Medical alert Garden City Police responded to a medical alert alarm at a residence on November 20th. They determined that it had been set in error. Excessive speed A Rockaway Avenue motorist was charged with unlicensed operation and excessive speed on November 20th. Hit and run A black sedan reportedly left the scene after striking a vehicle parked in an Adelphi University parking lot on November 20th.

Garden City and Long Island were well represented at this year’s pickleball national championships in Dallas last week. Resident Carina Szabo and Garden City tennis and pickleball pro Bob Kessler participated in the event, although with different partners in mixed doubles. There were 3400 competitors between amateurs and professionals in the largest pickleball tournament in history. Following are the results of each competitor in their respective level and age category: • Carina Szabo placed #7 in the US in women’s singles and #8 in women’s doubles. Carina is also a tennis and pickleball student of Bob

Kessler. • Jake Sandler, Lynbrook, Colgate tennis coach - #7 singles • Lisa Goldberg, Long Beach, tennis and pickleball coach at Carefree Raquet, #8 doubles with Carina and #20 singles • Bob Kessler, Lynbrook, tennis and pickleball coach at Garden City Community Park and Point Set Indoor Racquet • Stephanie Siefert and Mike Chieffo of Fresh Medows #5 singles. Stephanie and Mike became engaged during the tournament! • Carina, Jake, Lisa and Bob also gave an exhibition with Gerry, the Golden Bachelor.

Jake Sandler, Carina Szabo, Lisa Goldberg, Bob Kessler, Stephanie Seifert, Mike Chieffo.

Jake Sandler, Gerry The Golden Bachelor, Lisa Goldberg, Carina Szabo.

Bob Kessler, Gerry The Golden Bachelor.

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Centennials Blue Devils win LIJSL Division

The Centennial BU9 Blue Devils team finished first place at the Connecticut Columbus Day Weekend tournamentOctober. The team won all 4 games with 17 goals for and 2 goals against.

The Centennial BU9 Blue Devils team win their LIJSL division after beating Port Washington 4-3. The team secured the top spot in the division with 8 wins and 1 loss.

The Centennial BU9 Blue Devils team finished up their first fall season of travel soccer on a high note this past weekend beating Port Washington 4-3 in a thrilling game to secure the top spot in the division with 8 wins and 1 loss. The game exemplified both the grit and teamwork the group showed all season. Playing without skilled midfielder Michael Eschman they knew they would have to step it up. The Blue Devils fell behind twice in the game responding each time. A deep free kick by Carter Coratti off the

cross bar was followed up by Massimo Mannarino to equalize 1-0. After falling behind 2-1 the team responded again before the half as Patrick Burns and Cole Mancuso pressured the the opponent deep in their zone turning them over for a goal. Jack Doyle held down the goal the remainder of the half, a position he has grown to love all season providing amazing play. In front of him was central defender Julien Ficht whose grit was on full display against a strong port Washington attack. The Blue Devils came out strong

in the 2nd half led by high effort play in the center of the field from Ben Aiello. The boys finally took the lead on a corner from Coratti to striker Patrick Burns who volleyed the cross out of the air into the back of the net- not an easy connection for u9 players!

Midfielder Sam Rossi kept the pressure on throughout the half with his speed and footwork up the sidelines, while Mancuso continued to secure the middle of the field. Port Washington eventually equalized 3-3 leaving the Blue Devils with a choice… score in the next 5 minutes and win

Emilio Ciaravino and Patrick Burns playing against Merrick Defenders.

Cole Mancuso pressuring the the opponent of Port Washington.

Wing player Victor Vilig puts his high soccer IQ to work moving through the defense of Port Washington.

the league? Or tie and settle for second place. Emilio Ciaravino playing his best game as a Blue Devil sparked the final push forward with a great defensive clearance ahead. Wing Victor Vilig put his high skill/high soccer iq to work moving through the defense and leading a pass ahead to striker Justin Wenzel. With just 2 minutes left Wenzel struck the ball flawlessly into the back of the net! 4-3 Blue Devils! The team held on for the final minutes with Coratti in goal and Vilig sending a final clearance out. Game over! What a team and what a season. This group exemplified what

travel soccer is about. From the East Meadow tournament battling tough Club teams, to dominating opponents to a first place finish at the Columbus Day tournament in CT, to coming together to win their LIJSL division the group progressed forward as both athletes and people. They bonded on and off the field. They supported each other with each boy making major contributions all season. A special thanks to trainer Tim and the coaches and parents for their commitment to making this a success. Championship earned — confidence gained — mission accomplished, fall soccer.

Striker Justin Wenzel moving through the defense of Merrick Defenders.

One of Carter Coratti's MVP goals in a previous game.

The Centennial BU9 Blue Devils team training before their last game of the season against Port Washington.

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Cross Country ends season with fantastic performances Long runs, hill sprints and strength training are part of the everyday life of a cross country runner. Garden City High School's Cross Country team had another exceptional season full of personal bests and All County performances. As the athletes are gearing up for the winter track season the medals are being hung for some of this season’s standouts. Senior Tyler McAlea, junior Ryan McAlea and sophomore Everett Lehnert were awarded All County. Team members Joseph Bonomi, Leo Ciccarone, Colin Crane, Logan Daab, Leo Licari and Hunter Maguire were all awarded All Conference. Ryan McAlea earned the prestigious honor of moving up to the State Championship as an individual qualifier. Seniors were celebrated during a special Senior Day, and they ended the 2023 season as Division Champs.

GCHS Cross Country team.

Senior Day. All County Recipients: Everett Lehnert, Tyler McAlea, Ryan McAlea.

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State qualifier Ryan McAlea and Coach Brian McDonald.

Seniors Colin Crane and Joseph Bonomi.

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GCHS Trojans capture Nassau County championship

The 2023 Garden City High School Trojans - County Champions! The 10-0 Trojans of Garden City High School faced the 9-1 Seahawks of Carey High School in the Conference 2 County Finals football game on November 18 at Hofstra University. Carey’s lone blemish of the season came at the hands of

the Trojans in October. Garden City’s defense took the field first following Christopher Desiderio’s touchback on the kickoff and allowed just one yard before Carey punted. From 38 yards out, Michael Berkery

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took the handoff from quarterback Carson Kraus and ran parallel to the line of scrimmage, quickly stopped to evade three defenders, and then sprinted straight up field to score on the first offensive play. Desiderio’s extra point gave GC a 7-0 with 10:49 left in the first quarter. The teams exchanged punts and Kraus’s pooch punt from midfield was downed by Danny Psaki on the 2-yard line. On GC’s next possession, the offense went on a 6-play, 32-yard drive capped by a 10-yard touchdown run by Berkery, who picked up important blocks from Aidan Considine, Blake Cascadden, Brady Karol, Jack O’Neill, and Matt Reilly. Following the PAT, the Trojans led 14-0 with 1:07 left in the first. Daniel Medjid sacked the Carey QB for a 12-yard loss. Kraus threw to Berkery for a 16-yard gain to start the second quarter and then rushed for 17 yards before scoring on a quarterback keeper from the 1-yard line behind Brendan Bohn and Owen Holtzman. GC led 21-0 with 11:33 left in the second quarter. Matthew Kephart, Stamati Makrinos, and John Uhoda stopped the Carey running backs. Considine snuck between blockers Bohn and Holtzman and carried the ball for 28 yards. Berkery followed with a 20-yard rush behind Reilly, O’Neill, Karol, and Cascadden, but the drive stalled and the teams exchanged punts once again. Matthew Liberopoulos, Berkery, Kephart, Medjid and Uhoda made plays on defense. Berkery rushed through a hole created by Justin Gisolfi, Holtzman, and Kephart and

then received a block from Psaki for a 44-yard gain. On the same drive, Kraus ran eight yards for a touchdown as Bohn and Zach Olson opened a hole in the middle. Psaki broke up a long pass to emphatically end the second quarter. GC led at halftime 28-0. Carey scored once in the second half. Leo Votruba and Anthony Asaro led the GC running game behind fullback Tyler Gorman. Olson, Gavin Lawe, Jimmy Trocchia, Andrew Schlipf, Gavin O’Donohue, James Ullrich, Andrew Dengler, Jake Brown, and Taylor Minuto had tackles on defense and Schlipf, Ullrich, Trocchia, and Daniel Morizio made plays on special teams. Luke LeSueur had a 5-yard tackle for loss. Morizio anticipated a short pass over the middle, intercepted it on the 1-yard line and stepped into the end zone to complete the pick-six and lift the spirits of the Trojans after a starter left the game with an injury. Long snapper Jake Schlipf connected with holder Cooper Kraus five times on the day and Desiderio was perfect on five PAT attempts. Final score: Garden City 35, Carey 7. The victory marked Garden City’s eighth consecutive Nassau County championship, extending the county record. The Trojans will play 10-1 North Babylon at noon on Saturday, November 25, in the Long Island Championship at Stony Brook. GC has won ten LIC championships, including the last two. Go Trojans! Additional game photos can be found online at www.gcnews.com.

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The Garden City Lasers U12 Boys Soccer team. Garden City’s U12 boys travel soccer team, the Lasers, finished the season last Saturday, November 18, with a close win over the Little Neck Saints in a score of 1-0. The Lasers ended in sole possession of first place with a final record of 6 wins, 1 loss, and 1 tie — with the only loss coming from the other U12 Garden City team in the division, the

Hornets. The kids persevered while playing multiple games on certain weekends due to all the makeup games from inclement weather — their dedication was exemplary. Special thanks go to the coaches of the Panthers and the Hornets for lending their support.

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Portraits The GC United U9 soccer team had a fantastic run and ended their season with 0 losses making them this seasons League Champions. Way to go, GC United! Coaches: Alec Overby and John Watts. Trainer: Jorge Rodriguez. Team: Johnny Coelen, Ryan Donelan, Henry Haunss, Leo Herrera, Michael Hook, Liam Maher, Luke Mooney, Hudson Overby, Declan Rigano, James Ryan, Leo Szabo, Jake Serafino, and Johnny Watts.

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