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BY RIKKI N. MASSAND

old riveted steel tank, but that type is no longer being built. The tank was last rehabilitated in 1992, now with 25-year-old coating, and repainting the tank per maintenance cycle is cumbersome and expensive. The current coat of paint has lead in it. The Village Board had allocated sums for emergency repairs to the tank in 2015 as holes and leaks were discovered. Two options currently exist, and the trustees and Kelleher considered a few key factors at the meeting last Thursday. Single pedestal (pedestal spheroid) tanks which resemble a golfball on a tee, and the composite steel tank type (a concrete cylinder up to

At Board of Trustees’ meetings throughout 2017, Deputy Mayor John DeMaro has mentioned the problem of speeding on many Garden City roads. After considering traffic data, the Board of Trustees has now asked the state to allow the Village to use cameras for speed enforcement. DeMaro introduced the subject and an agenda item that the trustees approved last week, and noted the prior use of a speed camera on Rockaway Avenue by Garden City High School, regarded now as a good deterrent and control. “We found that it was a very effective way to slow down cars’ speeds. It is very difficult to have a police officer at that location all day or at our other schools. We are requesting a resolution drawn up by village counsel (Peter Bee) and to pass it on to our representatives in the New York State Senate and State Assembly, asking them to propose a Home-Rule message for Garden City to be permitted to put up speed cameras,” DeMaro said. The Board’s resolution has been sent to State Assemblyman Ed Ra and State Senator Kemp Hannon, and Mayor Brian Daughney said the village “will try, but they (state representatives) do not have to approve it.” “We know the complaints about speeding, we have all seen it and been a part of it but we are trying,” he said. The mayor added that the resolution specifies five speed cameras to be installed in Garden City. The specific locations were not determined in the resolution or Board action last week, and the mayor said they can be installed “wherever the village (trustees) want to.” But the consensus is for areas in the immediate vicinity of the schools. As DeMaro stated, near the local schools and elsewhere in town the Board believes the GCPD is a resource and asset better allocated for the protection and service of the village rather than officers stationed with a police cruiser and pointing ‘speed guns.’ At last Thursday’s meeting former WPOA President Maureen Dellacona asked the Board if other Nassau County villages have a legal privilege of installing speed cameras. Mayor Daughney said he did not know of any however New York City’s five boroughs does have them under city jurisdiction. Nassau County has installed and operated speed cameras in Garden City and else-

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Girl Scout Brownie Troop 1354 filled stockings for our troops serving overseas to bring them some holiday cheer. Stockings included treats, plus a handwritten letter from each girl thanking them for their service and wishing them a happy holiday season.

Village to decide on new water tank BY RIKKI N. MASSAND

An example of a single pedestal tank

Following a presentation by consultant Dennis Kelleher of H2M Engineering at the Thursday, December 7 Board of Trustees meeting and years of discussions over one of the biggest municipally-owned structures in Garden City, the village is finally ready to decide the design and costs of its new water tank, which will replace the octogenarian tank on Old Country Road in the next one year. The Board will likely vote on a new tank and award a project bid at its pre-holidays regular meeting this Tuesday night, December 19. Today the village has an 84-year-

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It takes a Village

We were sad to hear that the Jay Gallagher Memorial Lacrosse Tournament has ended after twenty years. The tournament memorialized Garden City residents Jay Gallagher, Andrew Palmeri, Mollie Biggane, Ryan Kohart and Dave Leistman, and had raised funds for local charities. Unfortunately, last year the Village of Garden City greatly increased the fees that it charges for field rental, even for charitable events, which made the tournament less economically feasible. It is a great shame, because in addition to raising funds, the tournament also brought together a great army of volunteers who helped run it. Especially relevant is that there were a lot of teenagers working as volunteers during the

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The Garden City Chamber of Commerce will be holding its annual Holiday Spectacular on Friday, December 15th, on Seventh Street. There will be holiday music, snow ball fights, hay rides and hot chocolate. See the Snow Storm on Seventh Street at seven p.m. and stay for the face painting and carolers, not to mention the Ice Bounce Castle. The event runs from 6 p.m. and 10 p.m. and is sure to be a good time for the whole family.

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To the Editor: On behalf of the Garden City Sanitation Department, I would like to thank Ms. Tobin for taking the time to write to the Garden City News (December 8th, Letters to the Editor) to recognize their dedication to this community. Letters from the public we service are appreciated and indicate our members, during the performance of our duties, are achieving the level of excellence expected of them. On behalf of the C.S.E.A. Rank and File Workforce, I would like to wish you and everyone in Garden City a Happy & Healthy Holiday Season. Robert LoDolce, President Garden City C.S.E.A. Local 882

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To the Editor: The looming state budget deficit and crises is also part of a much larger financial crises facing the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, riders and taxpayers. According to New York State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli, Governor Cuomo and the State Legislature face a potential budget shortfall between $5.2 to $8.6 billion in fully funding the upcoming April 1, 2018 - March 30, 2019 fiscal year budget. The original $4 billion anticipated deficit discussed earlier this year has grown worse by up to $4.6 billion more. This is due to new projected shortfalls in personal income tax payments of $1.8 billion this year and $2.8 billion in the next budget. Who

knows if continued shortfalls in anticipated tax revenues grow even more in coming months. If Cuomo will be short between $5.2 up to $8.6 billion, how will he find the billions more in promised funding to fulfill some of his major transit commitments which total up to $100 billion? Before dealing with any transportation issues, he first will need to find $5.2 up to $8.6 billion just to maintain the same current level of spending $153 billion in his next state budget. Since this is an election year budget, taxpayers know that both the Governor and State Legislature will add billions more in spending. There is no way anyone will honor his 2% percent cap in growth of state spending combined with several billion in cuts to meet this huge shortfall. Instead, everyone has their own pet projects and programs that they will want increase financing. Incumbent elected officials believe that by “bringing home the bacon”, this will grease the wheels of reelection for another term in 2018. This is not kosher with intelligent voters. On top of all that, Cuomo will still need to come up with $5.8 billion balance of the $8.3 balance he still owes to fund the $32 billion 2015 - 2019 MTA Five Year Capital Plan, $1 billion more in new funding to deal with this past summers subway and LIRR Penn Station crises, $4.3 billion toward $6 billion Second Avenue Subway Phase 2, $7.25 billion for New York State’s 25% share of the $29 billion Amtrak See page 40

Democratic Club meeting canceled

The Garden City Democratic Club has announced that its monthly meeting on December 21 has been canceled, out of respect for the closeness of the holidays. The Club will resume its meeting schedule on Thursday, January 18 with the presentation of the topic “Donald Trump – 1 Year Later.”

Facilitating the meeting will be the Club’s invited speaker, Nassau County Democratic Committee Chairman, and Member of the Democratic National Committee, Jay Jacobs. For more information about the Garden City Democratic Club, please visit www.gardencitydemocrats.com

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BY RIKKI N. MASSAND The comments from Mayor Brian Daughney in November about experiences he’s had and learned of from the Village Board liaison positions to municipal boards, including the Library Board of Trustees, the Recreation Commission, the Architectural Design Review Board, the Planning Commission and Environmental Advisory Board reverberated among residents of Garden City, expressed in various Letters to the Editor in The Garden City News and over the past week, in public meetings. Garden City High School Senior Layne Meyer sat feet away from Village Trustee John Delany at the Monday, December 11 Library Board meeting at GCPL, and he recognized the commitments and conversations Delany has participated in. Before Delany the village board liaison was Trustee Robert Bolebruch from 2014 to 2016. Trustee Delany was also chairman of the Library Board of Trustees for several years. Meyer, the CPOA senior high school ambassador this year, was present for Mayor Daughney’s speech to the CPOA on November 14. This Monday he took an opportunity to consider the positives of having trustees present for discussions at monthly library meetings. “It is important to have the perspec-

tive from Trustee Delany and going forward it is an important channel of communication. While the majority of the CPOA might agree, as I sit here and listen this remains an important element to have for what we in the POAs and what you (the library board) does,” Meyer said. Library Board Chairman J. Randolph Colahan expressed the view he and his colleagues at GCPL share: “This board supports and thanks our three past library board liaisons – Trustee Delany, Trustee Bolebruch and former Deputy Mayor Richard Silver – and we support trustee liaisons,” he said. At the Board of Trustees’ meeting four days earlier, resident and Environmental Board member Leo Stimmler said he too values the contributions of trustee liaisons. Ironically Trustee Delany is also the chair of the Environmental Advisory Board this year. “I want to share that when I attended library board meetings, I recall Chairman Colahan saying that he very much appreciated the work trustees Silver, Delany and Bolebruch did in helping the library reach their budget appropriately. A second example with the EAB, which I’ve served on for the last 10 years, and in that time I never heard anyone say anything negative

about any trustee liaison to our board. In fact it’s just the opposite. They were very anxious to hear the views and comments of the trustee who was chair of the EAB. I don’t know what boards and commissions you have referred to in the past about negative experiences but I don’t think it was the Library Board or EAB,” Stimmler told the Board last Thursday night. On Wednesday December 6 the WPOA officers and directors met and carried some discussion on the subject. But the role of the village’s four POAs in selecting the five to seven members of different boards and committees was more in the spotlight, as the mayor had contended the various entities such as the library board would not want to have a designated trustee, and potentially inhibit or influence their ability to act and make decisions for the components of Garden City each board oversees. The WPOA’s president and vice president, Gerry Kelly and RoseAnn Vernice, were taking part in a closed-door meeting with Mayor Brian Daughney and other POA’s representatives inside the senior center that night before they joined the WPOA meeting. Kelly did not comment much but he said there are discussions continuing on the roles POAs in the village play, plus bylaws of the POAs, noting “there are a lot of

things we have to think about in how we (a POA) appoints people and what we do going forward.” Recent issues he wrote about in a Letter to the Editor and discussed in public over the mayor’s power in appointing members of boards and commissions were part of public comments at the November 16 Board of Trustees’ meeting. “I think we are all working together in good faith and we want to make sure we attract people to serve. The way POA’s have done it is to go out and be a part of the community. We started putting together a social calendar and doing a lot of outreach, that’s brought in four to five resumes already. That is where we will make sure to do the best we can, and make sure people in the West know us and we know what people want. We still want to grow, keep moving and engaging people so that they know we are around,” Kelly explained. He added that from recent conversations with village leaders, there will be much marketing of the Village of Garden City in the next few months to see if more residents express interests in volunteer positions.

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Joint Conference Committee (JCC) seeks candidates

The Joint Conference Committee of the Garden City Property Owners’ Associations (JCC) announces that it is seeking residents of Garden City who are interested in being interviewed for a Library Board Trustee position. Under the Community Agreement and the Bylaws of the JCC, the Committee is asked to interview Garden City residents interested in serving as Library Board Trustee. The Library Board Trustee position serves for a five-year term commencing in January 2018. Any interested resident of the Village of Garden City may be considered a prospective candidate by submitting to the JCC: their name, address, telephone number, and e-mail address. Interested residents must include a brief summary of their personal and professional background, and must provide a statement

as to their qualifications and reasons why they would like to be considered for candidacy for the Library Trustee position. The JCC will contact the candidates to establish dates for interviews. The JCC encourages all Village residents to get more involved and volunteer their time. The deadline for receipt of submissions is January 20, 2018. All candidates must submit their material in writing to the Chairman of the JCC by e-mailing the material to: Robert Bommarito at rbomm@aol.com or by mail (and must be “received” by the due date) at PO Box 282, Garden City, NY 11530. The following residents are current members of the JCC: Robert Bommarito, Chairperson (Estates); Thomas Hogan (East); Gerard Kelly (West); and Michael Tiedemann (Central).

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On Monday, December 11th, Garden City Police arrested an Uber driver who allegedly exposed himself to a passenger while driving on Old Country Road. According to the police, on Monday, December 11, at 7:30 a.m., Taylor Evans, 24, of Elmont, while performing his duties as an Uber driver, picked up his passenger at her home in Bethpage. Police say that while traveling on Old Country Road in Garden City, Evans undid his zipper and exposed himself. They say he kept exposing himself for the duration of the ride. The Garden City Police Department urges anyone that feels they are also a victim to contact Garden City Detective Squad at 516-465-4150. All callers will remain anonymous. The defendant was charged with one count of Public Lewdness.

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Jeanne Schnupp On Wednesday January 3, at 1:30 P.M. the Community Club will present a trip through Northern Italy, as seen through the program presented

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Company lieutenant and captain and soon after was elected Third, Second and First Assistant Chief between 1968-1970. A year later, he began serving as Chief of the Department. In addition to his time in Garden City, he also represented the County by serving on the First Battalion District Board and the Nassau County Fire Commission. Family and friends, some who traveled as far away as Florida and Syracuse, attended the December 9, 2017 ceremony. Ex-Chief John Casey, Ex-Captain and Village Trustee Mark Hyer and Village Administrator Ralph Suozzi were all instrumental in making the dedication a reality. Photos from the ceremony are posted in the Alerts section on the Village’s home page.

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At its last meeting, the Board of Trustees directed Counsel to prepare the appropriate “Home Rule’ message for the enactment of State Legislation authorizing the Village of Garden City to install permanent or temporary speed cameras within the Village. Deputy Mayor John DeMaro noted that in the past speed cameras have been effective. “Speeding in the

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Village is a continuous problem, especially in areas around our schools. Rockaway Avenue going around the high school is always a place where there have been a lot of speeders,” he said. “In the past we’ve had a speed camera [the Nassau County program that was discontinued] in this area and we found that it was a very effective way for us to slow down the speed. It’s very difficult to have a police officer at that location all day and at our other schools so what we are requesting here is for Counsel to draw up a resolution to pass onto our representatives in the New York State Senate and Assembly asking them to propose a home rule message permitting Garden City to put up speed cameras.” Mayor Brian Daughney added, “This is not about revenue generation. This is about safety. We have heard our residents’ loud and clear complaints that there is too much speeding on Village streets and we need to act. We will not keep the location of cameras a secret and intend on providing plenty of notice and signage as to their location. Again, we want to reduce speeding and enhance safety not generate revenue.”

The Village is requesting up to five cameras to be placed where desired from time to time and the cameras will be in the Village’s control. The Board of Trustees encourages residents to contact State Senator Kemp Hannon and Assemblyman Ed Ra to demand that the State Legislature act favorably on this request.

Memorandum of Understanding between GC Police, School District

At the December 7, 2017 Board of Trustees meeting, Trustees approved a Memorandum of Understanding between the Garden City Police Department and the Garden City School District to enhance security at school facilities by implementing safety initiatives which includes access to video surveillance systems. Commissioner Jackson stated, “This is an historic chance to increase the safety of our students in the Village. I think this is a win-win for everybody. It will only be used for emergencies only, giving the Police Department the opportunity to assist responding officers in emergency situations.” Commissioner Jackson, Village Counsel Peter Bee, members of See page 10

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From page 9 the Village’s Legal Committee and Garden City School District interim Superintendent Dr. Alan Groveman, along with the Garden City School Board, all worked on the Memorandum of Understanding.

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Dennis Kelleher, Senior Vice President of H2M Architects & Engineers, made a brief presentation about the three different style water tanks the Village can choose from and made a recommendation about which bids to reject and award. Some highlights of the presentation include: • In September, bids for three styles - single pedestal, composite steel and composite glass-fused to steel - were received at $6.946 million, $6.467 million and $6.384 million respectively. These bid results were rejected on advice from Counsel. • The Village rebid the project in November, which ultimately was in the Village’s favor as reduced bid prices were received for the single pedestal ($6.738 million) and composite steel ($6.007 million). The glassfused to steel price ($6.444 million)

increased slightly. • H2M recommended rejecting the bid for a composite glass-fused to steel style tank from Statewide Aquastore as it did not meet minimum qualifications of the bid requirements. • Caldwell Tank. Inc, which supplied the lowest bids for the single pedestal and composite steel style tanks, is the largest builder of elevated tanks in the world • The useful life of both the single pedestal and composite steel is 100+ years • The single pedestal price is $462,000 below project budget; the composite steel price is $1,193,000 below project budget • Construction period is approximately the same for both tanks - 12 months • Difference in visual impact: shadow 38’ diameter for the composite steel design versus 15’ diameter for the single pedestal Trustees tabled the item and have directed Village Treasurer Irene Woo to provide financial models showing the options available See page 53

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police, on two occasions, November 29th and November 7th, the subject approached another family member in violation of a Judge’s Stay Away Order. DWI Arrest: A vehicle was stopped by an officer for passing a red traffic light on Washington Avenue at Chestnut Street. Upon investigation, the driver, a 38 year old Roosevelt man, was arrested for DWI and Passing a Red Light. A masked intruder: On December 9th Garden City Police responded to a Wetherill Road residence for a call of an intruder inside the residence. Upon investigation, officers located a large raccoon. The officers were able to catch the raccoon and released it to a safe location. Marijuana possession: On December 10th, after an investigation, Garden City Police arrested a 19 year old Hempstead woman for possession of marijuana in Parking Field 2S. Leaving the scene: A 61 year old Garden City woman was arrested for leaving the scene of an accident. According to police, the incident occurred on 11/30 on Salisbury Avenue at Nassau Boulevard. Prostitution arrests: On December 11th, upon investigation of a suspicious vehicle in Parking Field 2S, Officers arrested a 27 year old Hempstead woman for prostitution and a 52 year old Hempstead man for promoting prostitution. Theft arrest: On December 12th Garden City Police arrested a 55 year old Brooklyn woman for allegedly stealing merchandise valued at $695 from Lord & Taylor. Cabinet damaged: On December 12th a file cabinet in a business office on Franklin Avenue was found damaged. Truck hits underpass: A truck traveling east struck the Chestnut Street underpass on December 12th. The truck suffered substantial damage. The driver, a 54 year old Flushing man, was charged with disobeying bridge clearance signs.

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Cardboard Skee-ball, magnetic race tracks, homemade foosball, marble runs, and a large than life claw were just the beginning at the Stratford Avenue Cardboard Challenge Arcade on November 20, 2017. Second grade scientists participated in the STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Mathematics) challenge that complemented their force-and-motion science unit. Second grade teachers Ms. Irene Mendonis and Mrs. Lindsay Werner were inspired by “Caine’s Arcade,” a movement that has been inspiring students all over the nation after 8-year-old Caine built a homemade arcade from cardboard in his father’s used auto parts shop. The project was an exciting way to encourage critical thinking and creative problem-solving, and for students to apply their lessons on force, motion, gravity, and magnets. Students planned their projects carefully, tested ideas, collected materials, problem-solved possible outcomes, and designed their arcade style game.

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Thanksgiving at Stewart School Stewart School third graders held their annual Thanksgiving program recently. Each class gave a short program paying homage to Thanksgiving. Pictured are Mrs. Moscato and Ms. Cornelius’ third graders who performed “The Turkeys Take A Stand!” It was a wonderful event and many thanks to the Teachers and Administrators who worked so hard with the children.

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It was a two-cake celebration for the Rev. Wanda Lawry Hughes on Sunday, December 3. The pastor celebrated her 15th year at the Presbyterian Church in Garden City and the 25th year of her ordination. Pastor Wanda, as she is known, is a native of Iowa and attended undergraduate school in South Dakota and seminary in Chicago. She has served at Baptist churches in Iowa,

Indiana, Illinois and Washington. She came to Long Island in 1998, became a Presbyterian, and served as interim pastor at Middle Island PC. She is married to David Hughes, and they have a 15-year-old son, Matthew. The Presbyterian Church in Garden City is located at the corner of New Hyde Park Road and Chester Avenue. Sunday services begin at 10:30 p.m.

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GC kids help bring back the Golden Age of holiday radio dramas

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Caitlyn and Charles Powell In an age of social media dominance, one director’s attempt to take us back to the charm of the golden age of radio dramas is being heralded as a heartwarming new holiday tradition uniting generations. Invoking the help of two local Garden City children, Trenton Larkin, creator and host of a weekly podcast called Who Did That Voice, has been gaining national recognition for bringing younger generations back to a time when radios were the center of the communication world. Following his passion for the quintessential radio drama, Trenton has found a way to leverage social media, in an effort to bridge an ever widening generation gap, taking us back to what can be characterized as a simpler time for the family unit. In August 2016, Trenton launched his initial podcast Who Did That Voice, taking his listeners on a journey to discover more about the actors behind some of the voices we hear every day. Growing up an inquisitive kid, Trenton always wanted to know whose voice he was hearing on a cartoon, in a commercial or even a video game, so he created a forum for those behind the scene to tell their stories upfront. Each week on his podcast he talks to actors such as William Daniels, the voice of KITT, the famous talking car from the TV series Knight Rider, Bob Bergen, the voice of Porky Pig and even Susan Bennett, the original voice of the infamous “Siri” of

Apple fame. Energized by an overwhelming response to Who Did That Voice, Trenton decided to go one step further in making his dream a reality by creating his own radio drama. He wrote an original holiday radio show entitled The Christmas Wish and started tapping many of the talented professionals he’s interviewed for his cast and crew. A particular challenge for Trenton was casting the roles . of the children. In response to an open casting call, Trenton was introduced to Charles and Caitlyn Powell, both of whom were new to voiceover but who quickly established themselves as naturals in the voiceover world. Having gained many accolades for his inaugural holiday radio show, Trenton welcomed the opportunity to write a second. His second, entitled I’ll Be Home for Christmas, recently released, again features Charles and Caitlyn Powell as focal characters in a touching family story for the holiday season. “The kids brought an incredible performance to this year’s production” said Trenton, “it was beyond a pleasure working with them. I look forward to working with them on future shows.” . You can find I’ll Be Home for Christmas on the Who Did That Voice website at https://www.whodidthatvoice.co/ill-be-home-for-christmas.html, scroll down to the bottom.

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Christmas & New Year’s Services THE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH IN GARDEN CITY 91 Chester Avenue, Garden City (516) 354-1848

Christmas Celebration Services

Join us as we celebrate the birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ! Sunday, December 17th - 10:30am

Worship Service & Children’s Christmas Pageant “A Christmas Carol: Scrooge in Bethlehem”

Sunday, December 24th

Worship Service: The Advent Candle of Love 10:30am Christmas Eve Candlelight Service 7:30pm

CHRIST CHURCH GARDEN CITY Served by the Clergy of the Cathedral of the Incarnation

Christmas Eve Service at 5pm On Christmas Day, Christ Church will join the cathedral congregation at the Cathedral of the Incarnation for Christmas Mass at 10am

Sunday, December 31st - 10:30am

“Farewell to Christmas” Christmas Carol Sing

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The Church of Saint Joseph 130 Fifth Street, Garden City, NY 11530 Our Warm and Personal Greetings for a Holy and Happy Christmas and a Blessed New Year Reverend Msgr. James P. Swiader Pastor Reverend Joseph Scolaro Associate Pastor Reverend Prasanna W. Costa Associate Pastor Reverend Lee Descoteaux In Residence Deacon John J. McKenna Deacon Andrew Ciccaroni and the Sisters and Staff

CHRISTMAS SCHEDULE 2017 CHRISTMAS CONFESSIONS Monday, December 18: Advent Day of Reconciliation Confessions 3-9:00 p.m. Saturday, December 23 9:00-10:00 a.m., 1-2:00 p.m., and 6:00-6:30 p.m. FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT Saturday, December 23, 5:00 p.m. Vigil Mass Sunday morning, Church: December 24 7:30, 9:00, 10:30, and 11:45 a.m. 10 a.m. Auditorium Please note: NO 1:00 p.m. Mass

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Augmented reality in the classroom “Whoa! Look at this!” and “Cooooool!” were common refrains, along with copious giggles and gasps, as elementary students at Stewart and Stratford excitedly moved around their classrooms exploring a new pilot - Google’s Expedition AR (Augmented Reality) Pioneer Program. Garden City was selected as one of the districts in which to premiere the new app in order to gather feedback from students and teachers before Google fully launches the product in the next year or two. Led by GCHS alum Mark Beisner (Class of 2013), students in Stewart and Stratford learned about “AR” using smart phones set up with a host of phantom images from dinosaurs and volcanos to underwater plants and fish. What the students saw on their screens were complete, full color 3D images they could walk around to view from any angle. Before the students were provided this new technology, teachers were instructed in early morning staff development sessions to prepare them to lead the AR sessions. Google’s pilot app offers 20 “Expedition” lessons including the Circulatory System, Fish, WWII, DNA, the Moon, Dinosaurs, the Ocean

Floor, and more. The images, be it a T-Rex or a saltwater eel, depending on the lesson selected by their teacher, appear randomly around the classroom as if suspended in the air or on a table or floor. “Instead of taking you to a whole new reality like VR (Virtual Reality), AR adds to your reality,” explained Mr. Beisner. “The images appear in 3D, so students can go over, under, and around to see the appropriate view to their orientation. The teacher controls what images students see on a controlling device.” Teachers are also provided with lesson information that appears directly on their device, including animal descriptions and guiding questions. Students were eager to share their insights with Mr. Beisner after the session: “It really felt like you were under the ocean and in the classroom at the same time,” said one impressed Stratford fourth grader. “I think there could be images that moved,” explained another. “What if you could see inside the animal?” added another, building on classmates’ comments. All great ideas that Google’s developers will now take into consideration as they hone the “Expeditions” app.

No doubt about it, the new technology was captivating!

GCHS Class of 2013 alum Mark Beisner instructs students at Stewart School on the use of Google’s pilot app.

This Stewart student was exploring a dinosaur he found.

After “orienting” their phones by walking around the classroom, students worked in small groups with smart phones on “selfie” sticks to discover the AR images during a session at Stratford.

These students explored beneath a large fish they discovered during their AR session.

Is it there or not? This Stratford student attempted to hold a saltwater eel during her group’s AR session while her friend held the device.

Special Events for December

Register for any of the programs listed below by calling The Senior Center at 385-8006. Wednesday, December 13 at noon – Christmas Luncheon sponsored by the Office at Recreation and Parks. Reservations are necessary. The cost is $6.00, payable at the time of registration. To register, please visit the Recreation and Parks Office at 108 Rockaway Avenue.

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Winter and Spring Trips for GC Seniors

Here Garden City Recreation and Parks’ fall trip list for seniors who are residents of the Inc. Village of Garden City. If you would like to register for any of our trips, please visit the Recreation and Parks Office at 108 Rockaway Avenue. Payment must accompany registrations. Monday, February 5 - Join us for Chinese New Year! We will travel by coach bus into NYC where we will enjoy authentic Chinese cuisine and entertainment to celebrate the Year of the Dog! New Year is the grandest traditional festival with many legends, traditions and taboos. Learn the customs and traditions of the world’s oldest culture. Space is very limited. The cost of this trip will be $85, checks only made payable to Rendezvous Travel. To register, please visit the Recreation and Parks Office at 108 Rockaway Ave. Tuesday, March 6 – Trip to the Philadelphia Flower Show. We will travel by coach bus to Philadelphia for the famous Flower Show! This year’s exhibits will feature “Wonders of Water”, with exotic flowers, a beautiful rain forest, fanciful fountains, and more. The cost of this trip will be $70, checks only made payable to Rendezvous Travel. Lunch will be on

GC Senior Bridge On December 12th the bridge players had their Christmas party. There were nine tables playing: North/South 1--Gloria Mentzel & Pat Dolan 2--Grace Kelly & Molly O’Grady 3--Barbara Burke & Terry Schoenig 4--Evelyn Iagrossi & Ellen Flynn

East/West 1--Irene Christie & Nancy Cervini 2--Liz Tetro & Carol Cook 3--Janice & George Salem 4--Fran & Frank DeAngelo

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Beginner Mah Jongg

Garden City Recreation and Parks is pleased to offer beginner Mah Jongg lessons to our seniors. This eight week course (extended from 6 weeks) will cover the basics of the game and the rules so you can enjoy playing. The class will meet every Monday from 10 am to noon beginning Monday, January 8. The cost of this eight week class will be $64 and space is limited. Checks should be made payable to the Village of Garden City. To register for this class, please fill out the form below and return it to the Recreation and Parks Office at 108 Rockaway Avenue. Applications will be accepted until all 16 spots are filled. PLEASE NOTE – an additional $10 supply fee will be payable to the instructor at the first class.

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your own. Space is limited. To register, please visit the Recreation and Parks Office at 108 Rockaway Ave. Tuesday, April 17 – Brooklyn Brownstones - We will travel by coach bus to Brooklyn where we will explore historic Brooklyn neighborhoods with their tree lined streets and 19th century row houses while we learn about the “brownstone revolution” and the joys of living in Brooklyn. Lunch will be included at Juniors. The cost of this trip will be $85, checks only, made payable to Rendezvous Travel. Thursday, June 14 – Trip to New York Botanical Garden “Visions of Hawaii”. We will travel by coach bus to NY Botanical Garden. The NYBG will present Georgia O’Keeffe: Visions of Hawaii, a major exhibition exploring the artist’s immersion in the Hawaiian Islands. Highlights include a stunning display of more than 15 of O’Keefe’s paintings, not seen together since their debut in 1940. Discover a lush flower show evoking the gardens and landscapes that inspired O’Keeffe. We will then have lunch at the Seashore Restaurant on City Island. The cost of this trip will be $90, checks only made payable to Rendezvous Travel.

Exercise for Seniors

Recreation and Parks is offering the following exercise classes for seniors at

The Senior Center on Golf Club Lane. For the next few months the classes will be free in order to for you to try each class, after which they will be offered at a nominal charge. Classes are open to all seniors ages 60 and older who are residents of the Inc. Village of Garden City. Classes might be canceled due to a special event or trip so please check the bulletin board at The Senior Center for updates. MONDAYS Exercise with Felicia at 10 am Tai Chi with Connie at 1 pm Meditation with Connie at 2 pm TUESDAYS Exercise with Joy at 9 am (paid class, prior registration is needed) Yoga for all Levels with Allie at 1:30 pm Chair Dancing with Felicia at 2:30 pm WEDNESDAY Exercise with Felicia at 9:45 am Chair Yoga with Connie at 11 am THURSDAY Exercise with Joy at 9 am (paid class, prior registration is needed) Yoga for all Levels with Allie at 11:15 am Meditation with Allie at 12:15 pm FRIDAY Exercise with Felicia at 9:45 am Resistance Bands with Felicia at 10:45 am Meditation with Connie at noon Tai Chi with Connie at 1 pm

Garden City Retired Men’s Club Christmas Party

Noon to 3 p.m. on Tuesday, December 19th, at the Cherry Valley Club. Sign-Up by Dec. 8th (at a Monday Club Meeting or mail checks to Michael Curran: 301 Franklin Ave, GC. Members $30, guests $60.)

Upcoming Events

Monday, December 11 - Regular Mtg. Monday, December 18 - Regular Mtg. Monday, December 19 - RMC Christmas Party Monday, December 25 and Jan.1 No meetings Bowling every Friday during season at Herrill Lanes. Contact Joe Leto at 248-9022. Poker players: check with John Marino at 248-1770. We welcome bridge, and especially

non-bridge, players in order to expand the variety of our activities. Some suggestions: poker, chess, backgammon, other card games, cribbage, and billiards. Also you may come for just conversation, camaraderie, and to make new friends. Lunch is served roughly twice a month.

About the GC Retired Men’s Club

All Garden City men, 55 years and older, are eligible for membership. Annual dues are a very “expensive” $10. Meetings are on Mondays, and a less busy meeting is on Thursdays. Both begin at noon and end at 4 pm. Check with the GCNews RMC schedule re upcoming meetings. The Club also offers a large screen TV. In good weather we offer BBQ, bocce, shuffleboard, and horseshoes.

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

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Village considers use of speed cameras

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where in the past. Just over 24 hours prior to the December 7 Board of Trustees’ meeting, Trustee Stephen Makrinos addressed the speed camera initiative in front of a handful of WPOA officers and directors and West residents inside the senior center on Golf Club Lane.

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“The primary concern is of course safety. We have a bill to allow us to install speed cameras in the village, we still have to have support from Albany but the first step is having a village law passed and having it on our books. We will work out logistics,” he said. Trustee Robert Bolebruch explained that the previous agreement involving the speed camera on Rockaway, a

county road located in Garden City, was driven by Nassau County. At the December 6 WPOA meeting Dellacona asked Makrinos about any revenues the Village of Garden City can receive from use of the cameras. He advised that any percentage of revenue from fines would depend on if a traffic (speeding) violation occurred on a county road such as Stewart Avenue or Cathedral Avenue

or a local village road. “If it’s on a county road we would have to share the revenue and for a village road we would not. But we (the Board) aren’t looking at it from a perspective, it’s a safety perspective given how cars whiz by around schools,” said Trustee Makrinos.

in Garden City and elsewhere in Nassau County would be looking at the tank and as concerned with its appearance. Trustee Bolebruch was firm and said the single pedestal design is the dominant type of water tank found on Long Island, and if so many other villages have the same thing “there has to be a reason.” Last Thursday the Board was close to taking a vote, and Bolebruch was first to raise his hand for a new single pedestal tank. But ultimately the Board tabled this decision until the December 19 meeting. A December 12 press release from the village accompanying the pictures and slides from H2M Water stated the following: “Following the presentation, the trustees tabled the item and directed Village Treasurer Irene Woo to provide financial models showing the options available to the Village for funding the cost of both tank styles under consideration.” In February of this year Joe Todaro, deputy market leader for H2M’s Water division, told the Board of Trustees the cost of ownership for a pedestal spheroid, with maintenance including repainting costs, would be a total of $10.4 million. Of that sum the structure would need $7.5 million in capital costs to be constructed. Todaro attended last week’s meeting alongside Kelleher but the two consultant representatives did not detail costs with the H2M presentation. Kelleher told the Board having data on existing municipal water tanks built around New York State is important because the numbers from the southern parts of the country with warmer climates are not going to be good indication of a good fit for a tank design and the maintenance involved in Garden City’s next water tank. He was surprised when he learned the first one ever manufactured is in Canada. Mayor Daughney asked Kelleher to assure the trustees that in the Northeast U.S. plenty tanks of composite steel designs have been built. Trustee Mark Hyer asked about their longevity, and Kelleher says while the first ones in the region were erected in the 1970s plenty more had been built in the 1990s. Hyer asked about the upstate New York composite steel tanks, and Kelleher said they are respectively 14 and 16 years

old now. He also answered to Hyer that H2M spoke with the Syracuse-area engineer who worked on those tanks, they reported no problems to date. The Village Board of Trustees has had discussions on the costs with its long and short-term exterior paint process, with a 15 to 25 year period for repainting involved. Kelleher described the lower-cost option last Thursday as a standard paint “three-coat zinc epoxy” covering any steel portion of the tanks, and this means it would cover all of a single-pedestal tank and the top (bowl) of a composite steel tank. Mayor Brian Daughney thought past the time of the current Board of Trustees and said in the new tank’s “year 20” the village government may not have the discipline to stick to a strict re-paint maintenance schedule, it could be put off if finances aren’t in line starting with current water tank considerations. “They might say we’ll get a few more years, a couple more years out of it, and how bad is it really?” he told his fellow trustees. Trustee John Delany says he prefers the single pedestal tank just as Trustee Bolebruch expressed. Meanwhile Trustee Louis Minuto saw another reason to weigh composite steel design as a choice. “There is definitely a design flaw with the tower with concrete, and we live in a freeze-thaw area and it is a porous material, it can degrade over time and then you will have a real problem here. The ones that are up are not really old enough to show the kind of deterioration we are concerned with. I just do not see the advantage of running a risk of adding another material to the tower and we do not have the easiest climate here for concrete. If you look at some garage structures that are older, they look bad. The topcoat on the tower and the bulb is going to be a maintenance issue but it’s dependent on upkeep of the topcoat over 25 years. You can’t do that with concrete,” he said. Mayor Daughney said he does not see the risks involved Minuto alluded to, and a better focus is the numbers involved, to be delivered to the trustees by Village Treasurer Woo ahead of December 19. The cost of taking down the existing 84-year-old tank is close to $500,000.

Kelleher said H2M was “blown away” by the sum because the previous protocol was for contractors to benefit from the cost of scrap metals from the tanks and they would be able to do the deconstruction free. The problem is Garden City’s existing tank has lead-based paint and that becomes “a nightmare for contractors” to have to control. Soil sampling also had to be done on the current site for the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and the Nassau County Health Department. “We found low levels of lead inside the soil and they are requiring us to clean up and rehab the ground. That is also part of the bid price,” said Kelleher. Kelleher says the original tank replacement plans for the village throughout 2015 included a price quote of $7.2 million for the single pedestal. In late 2016 and early 2017, however, H2M put together presentations to consider the two other options for Garden City; the possibility of composite steel and one that was recently ruled out, the rare glass-fused to steel composite water tank. The prices of bids for the tank styles ran up initial (infrastructure cost, not including maintenance) of $6.3 million to just over $7 million. The bolted, glass-coated steel tank was about $6.44 million, bid by the lone bidder Statewide Aquastore of Syracuse. Kelleher said they were ruled out because they didn’t meet the minimum requirements in the bid specifications: “They had not constructed at least five similar types of tanks, the size of holding at least one million gallons of water, and they had not…they’ve primarily done a lot of smaller tanks. Also they only install tanks and they do not fabricate the pieces of (glass-fused to steel) tanks,” he told the trustees. The Board officially rejected their bid as H2M suggested Statewide Aquastore is unqualified for the project.

Village to decide on new water tank

the base of the tank, with a welded-steel top) can last for at least 100 years if properly maintained, H2M consultants advised. The single pedestal is expected to carry a price of $6.738 million, and the composite steel is roughly $6.007 million at its low bid, both with an enhanced paint coating. Standard coating costs roughly $100,000 on each tank design, a three-coat zinc epoxy. Both types of tanks are offered by the only company involved at this stage of the project for Garden City; the low bidder Caldwell Tanks, Inc. of Louisville, Kentucky. “The designs are approved by AWA, American Water Works. The AWA sets industry standards for all water-related products. Both styles of tanks have been in operation since the 1970s and each style has over 500 installations across the United States” Kelleher told the Board of Trustees last week. Kelleher says the company of choice for the village, Caldwell Tanks, Inc., is the premier manufacturer of water tanks in the world and has constructed over 1,000 tanks in North America of all different types and sizes. “They’ve provided us with a list of over 100 composite steel tanks over one million gallons that they have already built as well as a list of tanks they already built across New York State, and a list of over 100 single-pedestal tanks they constructed over one million gallons in capacity with 24 single pedestal tanks in New York. One tank for the Manhasset Lakeville Water District they constructed and designed by our firm (H2M) was half-a-million gallons. They are a very qualified firm,” he said.

Trustees’ Thoughts

Village Trustee Robert Bolebruch has his mind made up to go with the pedestal spheroid design for a water tank. He told his fellow trustees he was confident to avoid the potential deterioration of concrete material with the composite steel and mold, and aesthetics play a part in his decision too. He said the tank atop Old Country Road and next to the Ethical Humanist Society, not far from Nassau County Legislature, County courts and police headquarters, will be seen from far away, “sticking up into the sky.” Deputy Mayor John DeMaro did not agree that many people

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Earlier this year Garden City officials did decide one other factor that swayed some potential bidders for the project: “there was a provision in the bid specification that the contractor must use U.S. steel. That was a decision the village and our office (H2M) made to See page 39

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DAR Christmas Luncheon recalls Valley Forge

The Colonel Aaron Ogden Chapter of the National Society , Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR), hosted its annual Christmas Luncheon on December 9th.The luncheon was preceded by a brief business meeting, chaired by Chapter Regent Leslie Dimmling. Fourteen chapter members, including one prospective member, attended the event. The luncheon program included an explanation of the origin of the lyrics of the famous Christmas song, “Joy to

the World”, written in 1717 by Isaac Watts, who was inspired by the last half of Psalm 98. It is the most published Christmas hymn in North America. The author of the music is unknown, but is often attributed to George Handel, as some scholars say it resembles his famous work “Messiah.” Regent Dimmling then went on to the main holiday program, which focused on the suffering of the Colonial Soldiers during the winter at Valley Forge, Pennsylvania in 1777. She quot-

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with his own, saying, “ I feel superabundently for them, and from my soul pity those miseries which is neither in my power to relieve or prevent.” At some critical points during the war, the soldier’s personal loyalty to Washington was the glue holding the Revolution together. The NSDAR is a women’s service organization, with a notable history of support for our veterans. At this luncheon several shopping bags of needed goods for the veterans at Northport VA hospital were collected. In addition , the chapter funded the purchase of a new comforter and sheets for a bed in the palliative care room at the hospital. A holiday donation of hand knit hats, sweaters and toys will be sent to the children of the Onondaga Indian School in Nedrow, NY.

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THIS WEEK AT ROTARY Ringing the Bell for Salvation Army

For the past 11 years, MineolaGarden City Rotary Club volunteers assist with the Salvation Army’s bell-ringing project. On Friday evening, December 8 and throughout the day on Saturday, December 9, Rotary volunteers braved the snowy weather outside Kings Market to solicit donations to provide for the Army’s numerous causes. The support of volunteers is crit-

ical to the success of the Red Kettle drive. Organized by past President Bob Schoelle more than 25 years ago, Rotarian Adam Karol stepped up to assist with this year’s endeavor. The Club is grateful to Kings Market for hosting the volunteers each year. The Salvation Army of Greater New York serves more than 600,000 New Yorkers each year in over 140 community and social service programs for

children, senior citizens and adults in need. The organization also renders Thanksgiving and Christmas assistance in addition to food pantries, emergency rent programs and medical expenses for people in need throughout Nassau County. Rotarians who rang the bell for the 2017 season included: Jim Brady, Peter Gall, Thomas Gelsdorf, Adam Karol, Susan MacDonald, Peter Marshall, Joe Packard, Jennifer Poupis, Althea Robinson, and Helmut Schuler.

Rotary Provides Dictionaries for Garden City Third Graders

Rotarians Adam Karol, Althea Robinson, and Susan MacDonald prepare the set up for the Salvation Army bell ringing.

Last week, the Club began its 11th year of providing dictionaries to all Garden City third graders, through the “Dictionary Project,” (a 501 (C) 3 non-profit organization). The students will learn that the dictionaries will become an important reference tool. Rotarians will speak to the students about the contents of the dictionaries, along with other community service activities performed by the Club. While many students have, or will have access to iPhones and/or tablets, the third grade students will learn that the dictionaries they receive provide

much more than words and definitions. Dictionaries also contain information about the origins of language and writing and include information about weights, measures, the Declaration of Independence and Constitution, maps of the seven continents, information about each state, biographies of our presidents, background on the planets in our solar system, and other intriguing facts. This year, the Club is initiating a new project for the third grade students of Mineola schools. The Club plans to provide various word games for the students. Living out its motto, “Service Before Self,” the Mineola-Garden City Rotary Club meets on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month at the Garden City Hotel, 1215 – 1:30 P.M. To receive information about becoming a member, please call Alba Spinelli at 516-307-8870.

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watch the movie and not bake begins Monday, December 4 at 9:30AM (www. gardencitypl.org). Please note that all 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 has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Teen Holiday Cookie Swap and Interactive Movie Elf

The Young Adult Department is gearing up for 2018! Information about tweens and teens Winter-Spring 2018 YA programs will be available by the end of December. Check online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org ) or look out for our flyers in the Young Adult Department at the Library to learn about 2018 events and programs for Grades 6-12.

Stop by the Tweens and Teens Room at the Garden City Public Library during the month of December and help decorate our tree. We will have supplies to make ornaments and other decorations available in the Tweens and Teens Room for tweens and teens to then hang on our tree. Stop by and decorate our tree for this holiday season!

Saturday, December 16, 2-4 PM The Library is inviting tweens and teens to bake cookies to bring in to our cookie swap on Saturday, December 16, 2-4 PM; afterwards, we will watch the holiday movie Elf, which is rated PG. This will be an interactive viewing and registrants will receive instructions and items to interact with the movie. Registrants for the cookie swap are required to provide a list of ingredients and their recipe and should bring at least 2 dozen cookies to the event. Registration to participate in and bake for the cookie swap began Monday, November 20 online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited to bake, so check Eventkeeper for availability. Registration to just

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The YA Department has holiday and winter-themed books on display in the Tweens and Teens Department for the month of December. Titles include Last Christmas by Kate Brian, What Light by Jay Asher, A Season of Gifts by Richard Peck, Stealing Snow by Danielle Paige, and many more. Celebrate the holiday season by checking out a holiday or winter-themed book.

Savvy Sightseer: Great Britain with a taste treat from Outlander Garden City Public Library Thursday, January 25th at 2PM Registration Begins Wednesday, January 10th Join Jean Schnupp on a Savvy Sightseer travelogue to enjoy scenes and stories from Great Britain on Thursday, January 25th at 2PM at the Garden City Public Library. You’ll explore the Scottish Highlands and sample a taste treat from the popular Outlander book and TV series. You’ll also peek inside the Royal Britannia, the very posh 410foot floating palace of British royals. You’ll visit northern Wales, from its highest peak in Snowdonia National Park to the rugged coastal regions. And

in England, you’ll go to Chester and take a walk on the largest remaining Roman wall. See why the poet Wordsworth was so inspired by the Lake District and what drew queens and emperors to elegant Bath. You’ll also stroll through London and learn the back stories of its famous, and not-so-famous, landmarks. This program is limited to 35 participants. Registration begins on Wednesday, January 10, 2018 for Garden City Library cardholders. Please call 516-742-8405 x 221. Nonresidents may register on January 19th. This program is sponsored by The Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

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News from the Children’s Room Winter is here! Check out some of the Children’s Room’s winter books including: Daniel’s Winter Adventure adapted by Becky Friedman, Winter is Coming by Tony Johnston, Winter is for Snow by Robert Neubecker, and Winter by Mary Lindeen. The Garden City Children’s Room also has many books on Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa. Stop by and read some classic Christmas books such as ‘Twas The Night Before Christmas by Clement Moore, The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg, How the Grinch Stole Christmas! by Dr. Seuss, and A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens. Also, many of your favorite characters have books about the holidays including Thomas The Tank Engine, our friends from Sesame Street, and Clifford, Spot, Dora, and Barney!

Fun Hanukkah books are available such as Schmelf the Hanukkah Elf by Greg Wolfe, Hanukkah is Coming by Tracy Newman, Latke the Lucky Dog by Ellen Fischer, and I Know and Old Lady who Swallowed a Dreidel by Caryn Yakowitz. We celebrate Kwanzaa with books such as My First Kwanzaa by Karen Katz, Seven Spools of Thread: A Kwanzaa Story by Angela Shelf Medearis and Li’l Rabbit’s Kwanzaa by Donna L. Washington. Don’t forget to check out one of our holiday DVDs as well! The Children’s Room Librarians are busy planning fun programs starting in February 2018. Registration will begin Tuesday, January 16, 2018. A full listing of available programming will be announced shortly.

Let’s Speak Italian! Basic Italian for travelers Garden City Public Library Thursday, January 11th at 2PM Registration Begins Wednesday, December 11th Italian native speaker and teacher Elena Florenzano, director of Thinking Italian, will guide adults through the basics of Conversational Italian for Travelers on Thursday, January 11th at 2PM at the Garden City Public Library. This adult class will be interactive and fun while participants learn the Italian

language related to real life travel situations in Italian society. Beginners welcome, no previous Italian language experience necessary. Please call the Reference Desk at 516-742-8405 x 221 beginning Monday, December 11th to register for this program. Nonresidents may call to register beginning January 4th. This program is sponsored by The Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

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On Wednesday, November 29, 2017, William F. Bohlin, former math teacher and resident of Garden City, passed away after a month long illness at a hospice facility located in New City, New York. Mr. Bohlin was born in Brooklyn, New York, on January 15, 1930. His early years took place in Lancaster, PA. He attended Franklin and Marshall College, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1951. He taught for one year before he entered the Army in August of 1952 and was stationed in Germany until his discharge in October of 1954. He returned to Lancaster, PA, where he enrolled in the University of Pennsylvania, and received a Master’s degree. He taught in several schools before he moved to Long Island where he

taught math at Valley Stream Memorial Junior High School from 1960 until 1963. He obtained a position as a math teacher at the Garden City Junior High School in 1963. Mr. Bohlin remained there until he transferred to the High School for the next four years until his retirement in 1991. Mr. Bohlin was admired by his colleagues as a dedicated educator and a superb teacher. These sentiments were also echoed by his former students who would remain in touch with him after many years of being in his classroom. Mr. Bohlin, in July of 1975, was married to Ms. Ann Holter, English teacher at the Junior High School for thirty-four years. Ann and Bill were avid travelers until her demise in 2009 Mr. Bohlin is survived by his four nieces; Elaine Sullivan, Leann Hopper, Diana Mahoney and Barbara Rummel.

IN MEMORIAM Ruth Elaine Kohart

Ruth Elaine Kohart, 94, of Floral Park passed away peacefully on November 17, 2017. Born in Mansfield, Massachusetts, on June 26, 1923, daughter of Prentiss and Marion Dority. She was raised in Sedgwick, Maine, and Hempstead, where she graduated from Hempstead High School in 1940. Elaine also completed Mrs. Skinner’s Secretarial School. Elaine will be remembered as a devoted wife, loving mother and grandmother, and a true lady. Elaine is survived by her children, Susan and Geoffrey, and her grandchildren Melinda, Joseph V, Gary, Jaime,

Geoffrey Jr., Adam, Brett and sixteen great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband Joseph Kohart III (1988), son Joseph IV, grandsons Geoffrey and Ryan. The interment was held on November 29 at the Rural Cemetery in Sedgwick, Maine. She was laid to rest alongside her husband and in the same family plot as her parents. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Donations in her memory may be made to the NYU Winthrop Auxiliary where she was a past president. Please make checks payable to NYU Winthrop Hospital and mail to NYU Winthrop Hospital Auxiliary, PO Box 449, Williston Park NY 11596

IN MEMORIAM

Dr. Luke LiCalzi, M.D.

Dr. Luke K. LiCalzi, M.D., age 68, of Garden City, and Southold, NY, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on December 10, 2017, at South Nassau Communities Hospital, the place where he worked as a surgeon and mentor to many for 34 years. By his side, as always, was his wife Rita, who he met at a Chaminade dance when he was 17 years old, as well as his four children: David (Jessica), Daniel (Justin), Lauren (Michael) and Christine (Spencer). He was a devoted family man who was completely adored by his five grandchildren: Benjamin, Lucy, Addison, Dylan, and Gemma. They were truly the light of his life. He is survived by his 94 year old mother Marie and siblings Greg Carol), Mark, Pamela (John) and Jackie (Jill) and many nieces and nephews. He is pre-deceased by his father, Luke

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IN MEMORIAM

LiCalzi, and nephew 1st Lt. Michael LiCalzi, U.S.M.C. Luke recently retired after a decades long career in medicine and was the recipient of the 2016 Community Award at the South Nassau Communities Hospital annual Carnation Ball last November. Luke joined South Nassau in 1982 and served as Director of the Vascular Surgery Division in the Department of Surgery since 1992. He attended and graduated with honors from Albany Medical College of Union University in 1975. He completed residency training in general surgery at Yale-New Haven Hospital in 1980 and a fellowship in vascular surgery at New York University Medical Center in 1982. Even with his distinguished professional career, he most enjoyed spending time with family and friends. He loved gardening, reading, grilling/ cooking, spending time in Southold, traveling, rooting for the Islanders and providing council and advice to his children, for which they will be eternally grateful. He will be missed dearly by many. Visitation was held on Wednesday at Fairchild Sons Funeral Home, Inc. Garden City. Mass was held on Thursday at St. Joseph’s R.C. Church, Garden City. Private Final Disposition. In lieu of flowers, a fitting tribute would be to honor Luke with a contribution to South Nassau Communities Hospital’s Emergency Department Expansion Campaign. Donations can be made online at www. southnassaulifesaver.org or via check payable to South Nassau Communities Hospital, Development Department, P.O. Box 843, Baldwin, NY 11510.

IN MEMORIAM

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Beloved “Mama Tina” As the years pass we pray you are

at peace resting with your husband Papa Chico in heaven. Every day we are reminded of your devotion to your family and God’s teachings. Your life’s passion nurturing and caring as a wife, mother, sister, grandmother and great grandmother a role model for us all. We learned many Italian traditions through your excellent cooking always preparing everyone’s favorite dishes. She was always available to listen and gave warm and sincere appreciation to people around her. Although your term on earth was short you filled all those you touched with traditional family values and the drive to help others. Thank you for your guidance and a life full of giving and sharing love. We miss you always and every day. Love the Foderas, Mary, John, Rosie, Tina and Deanna

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The Bobby Menges “I’m Not Done Yet” Memorial Blood Drive December 20th from 2:00pm-8:00pm

The winter months pose a critical threat to the blood supplies on Long Island. In memory of Bobby Menges, his brother, Jake, is hosting the first Bobby Menges “I’m Not Done Yet” Memorial

Blood Drive on Wednesday, December 20th from 2pm - 8pm. The Bloodmobile will be parked at 27 Hilton Ave. During their prior 11 blood drives, the Menges brothers had collected more than 600 pints of blood and recruited

many first-time donors. The goal for the first “I’m Not Done Yet” memorial drive is to collect 50 more pints and 10 more first-timers! For an appointment, email jakebobbyblooddrive@yahoo.com or efmenges131@gmail.com If you are unable to donate, please consider making a donation to Bobby’s oncologists’ office

There’s always a need for blood donations

Tom and Bobby - loyal donors!

Bobby studying during a blood transfusion at the CCFK

Amazing support from the Middle School

at the NYU Winthrop Cancer Center for Kids: https://www.youcaring. com/ cancercenterforkidsnyuwinthrop hospital-943736 Did you know: One unit of blood can help three patients… What better gift to give in memory of Bobby than the gift of life?

From page 26 add in there. A question was raised by a non-bidding party if it was legal for the Village of Garden City to require that – rather than awarding it and possibly having problems from a legal standpoint, the village threw out all the bids and we rebid this project,” Kelleher said on December 7. Resident and WPOA Treasurer Arnold Finamore asked about the requirement for U.S. steel, “specifications for the quality of the steel,” being included as part of the re-bid last month, worried that Garden City could get Chinese steel in the second go-round. Kelleher told him the rebid did not mandate the use of U.S. steel by a contractor however the village posed it for contractors to inform the village if they were going to use U.S. steel for the price quoted in the tank project. Both the new bids received for the water tank, and up for decision this month, involve use of only U.S. steel. Village Administrator Ralph Suozzi explained that requiring U.S. steel was initially done for two reasons. “We thought it would be good to buy American and help American industry. Also we were pursuing a grant that may have funded $2 million to $3 million of this project and it had a U.S. steel requirement. Since then we found out we did not get the grant, however all

Vacation break activities at the Cradle of Aviation Museum

these companies are using U.S. steel anyway,” Suozzi said. The village’s rebidding process, made public on November 17, served Garden City well as every bid price came in lower than expected. “I have been in this business a long time and most of the time the prices just go up. The savings from the first bid to the second bid is $208,000 for the single pedestal design and $460,000 for the composite steel tank,” said Kelleher. Trustee Minuto left the discussions of December 7 with a question to Kelleher on whether or not Garden City needs to pay for and install any “pre-fitting” equipment on a new water tank for companies such as Verizon or Crown Castle to come in later and put up their antennae/microwave or distributive units to enhance cellular phone networks in the area. Kelleher said H2M recommends adding brackets in certain areas of the tank’s upper regions. “The last thing we would want is for the village to spend $6 million-plus to have a brand-new water tank and we’d have these companies coming to weld their own brackets on the tank. We would built that in first. We will reach out to the cell carriers who are already on the tank and we say ‘tell us where you want to be’ and we get them to pay us the cost to build the brackets. We also will have our contractor do it before he paints the tank,” Kelleher explained.

During the school holiday recess, December 26-January 1st from 12:004:00 pm, blast off at the Cradle of Aviation Museum to celebrate the 45th Anniversary of Apollo 17, the last moon mission. On December 7th, 1972 Apollo 17 skyrocketed towards its destination. While on the lunar surface, this mission broke several records including: longest moon landing, total moonwalks, moon rock sample, and time in lunar orbit. To commemorate this mission, young visitors will learn all about Apollo 17! They’ll design and create their own space helmet and put their astronaut training to the test as they search for hidden moon rocks around the museum! Then, on Wednesday, December 27th, families are welcome to join us at the museum for special activities at our “Hands-On Science Zone” including: make a crater, the Astronaut Challenge, and Doodle on the Moon.

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Village to decide on new water tank

“With the 50th Anniversary of the first moon landing and Apollo 11 coming up in 2019, it is important to remember and celebrate every courageous mission to the moon” says Kevin Hershfield, the museum’s Education Coordinator. “Through play and interactive stations, children of all ages will be introduced to and appreciate the significance of Apollo 17 and develop excitement about space exploration for the future.” All family activities during the holiday recess are free with museum admission. The Cradle of Aviation Museum is home to over 75 planes and spacecraft representing over 100 years of aviation history and Long Island’s only Giant Screen Dome Theater. The museum is located on Museum Row, Charles Lindbergh Blvd., in the Garden City/Uniondale area. For more information call 516-572-4111 or log onto www.cradleofaviation.org.

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L E G A L

LEGAL NOTICE Nakia Crystal Cooper, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 10/16/17. Office: Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to the LLC, 590 Davis Ave. Uniondale, NY 11553 Purpose: Any lawful purpose. GC 0706 6X 11/10,17,24,12/01,08,15 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT: NASSAU COUNTY. THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF CWMBS, INC., CHL MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH TRUST 2007-11 MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-11, Pltf. vs. HENRIETTA CALANDRINO, et al, Defts. Index #12-004498. Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale dated Dec. 13, 2016, I will sell at public auction at the Calendar Control Part (CCP) Courtroom of the Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Dr., Mineola, NY on Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2018 at 11:30 a.m. prem. k/a 4 Main Ave., Garden City, NY 11530 a/k/a Section 33, Block 240, Lot 66 a/k/a being in the Incorporated Village of Garden City, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of NY, known and designated as and by the part of Lots

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

N O T I C E S Numbered 1, 2, 3, 4, 35 and 36 in Block 1 on a certain map entitled “Map of Garden City Gables”, and filed in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on July 29, 1926 as Map No. 610, Case No. 669. Approx. amt. of judgment is $765,147.04 plus costs and interest. Sold subject to terms and conditions of filed judgment and terms of sale. STEVEN KEATS, Referee. DRUCKMAN LAW GROUP, PLLC, 242 Drexel Ave., Westbury, NY 11590. File No. 37406. #93437 GC 0711 4X 12/08,15,22,29 NOTICE TO BIDDERS Notice is hereby given that bids for the following will be received at the Garden City Union Free School District, 56 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, NY until 10:30 am Thursday, January 4, 2018 at which time and place bids will be opened and read aloud. PRIVATE TRANSPORTATION 2017-2018 Copies of the specifications and instructions may be obtained at the aforesaid Business Office between the hours of 8:30 am through 4:00 pm, Monday Friday up to the time of the bid opening. Dana DiCapua Asst. Supt for Business & Finance Garden City Union Free School District GC 0713 1X 12/15

Email: Editor@GCNews.com From page 2 Gateway Tunnel along with paying back the $1.6 billion dollar federal loan and $1 billion State Thruway Authority Bond which helped finance the new $3.9 billion Tappan Zee Bridge, just to name a few previous commitments. Why not have the MTA reprogram $695 million Metro North East Bronx Penn Station Access, $1.7 billion Second Avenue Subway Phase 2, $1.95 billion LIRR Main Line Third Track, $573 million to Cubic Transportation Systems for a new fare collection system to replace Metro Card and $23 million Customer Service Ambassador program worth over $4.9 billion!. These dollars could be better spent providing $400 million to fully funding the emergency $836 million “Subway Action Plan” to deal with today’s crises. They could also provide a $4.4 billion down payment against the current $17 billion shortfall needed to bring the subway signal system up to a state of good repair. These funds could also be used toward bringing the East River Tunnels up to a state of good repair. All five canceled projects can be funded out of the next MTA 2020 - 2024 Five Year Capital Plan. This still pro-

vides ample time for both Metro North East Bronx Penn Station Access and LIRR Main Line Third Track project completions to coincide with LIRR East Side Access to Grand Central Terminal by December 2023. What good do New York City Transit Customer Service Subway Station Ambassadors or a new fare collection system do if you are still stuck on the platform waiting for a subway train or sitting outside of the East River Tunnels waiting for your LIRR train to proceed on to Penn Station? Motorists and taxpayers are also more concerned about how Governor Cuomo will find $2.6 billion outstanding balance of $3.9 billion needed to pay for the Tappan Zee Bridge rather than naming rights. TANSTAFL There ain’t no such thing as a free lunch or in this case, construction of a bridge. At the end of the day, someone has to pay. The Citizens Budget Commission report projects that tolls on the new Tappan Zee Bridge will likely increase from $5.00 to $10.50 after 2020 comes as no surprise. It confirms what I previously predicted. Governor Cuomo made a cold political calculation by promising not to raise the tolls when running for another term in 2018 or President in 2020 (the world’s worst kept secret). To pay back the $1.6 billion dollar

federal loan and $1 billion New York Thruway Authority Bond which helped finance the new $3.9 billion Tappan Zee Bridge, tolls will have to go up by double or more over several years. The well respected Moody’s Investment Services previously estimated the tolls will go up to $7.60 by 2021 and $15 by 2026 for the Thruway Authority to be able to pay back both the loan and bond. Governor Andrew Cuomo can pay for naming the bridge after his late father by using $2.6 billion out of his $26 billion and growing 2018 campaign reelection fund. It is a safe bet that taxpayers and commuters will be paying higher fares, taxes and tolls in coming years to cover the costs. Cuomo continues to remind me of the character Wimpy who famously said “I’ll gladly pay you Tuesday for a hamburger today.” Tuesday never seems to come for commuters and taxpayers. Larry Penner (Larry Penner is a transportation historian and advocate who previously worked 31 years for the United States Department of Transportation Federal Transit Administration New York Region 2 Office)

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Winter Concerts

‘Tis the season for singing! Check the dates for each school’s concert locations and times: Monday, 12/18 - GCMS Winter Concert (Orchestra/AM Jazz/Guitar) at GCMS Auditorium 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, 12/19 - Homestead 1st Grade “Winter Festival” at 9:15 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. Tuesday, 12/19 - Stratford Winter Concert at GCHS Auditorium at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, 12/20 - Homestead Kindergarten “Winter Festival” at 9:15 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. Wednesday, 12/20 - GCHS Winter Concert (Chorus/Orchestra) at GCHS Auditorium at 7:00 p.m.

Nassau Region PTA’s PARP Chair presents the Nassau Region 2016-17 PARP Award to Donna Kraus, Stewart Director, and Dr. Jean Ricotta, Locust School Principal.

Nassau County PTA recognizes excellence in GC PTA Programs

Nassau Region PTA hosted its annual Principals and Presidents Dinner on Tuesday, December 5th.. The event recognizes the most successful and creative programs in the previous school calendar. The Garden City PTA was honored with the 2016-17 Nassau Regional PTA PARP Winner for our “Blast Off to Reading” program. “Blast Off to Reading” collected over a million minutes of reading throughout the district, with the motivation of original lyrics “Can’t Stop the Reading” and video compilation of children reading with their families (and pets!). Simply put, Garden City celebrates reading. The “Blast Off to Reading” program was successful due to the efforts of the 2016-17 PARP Committee and the collaboration with Garden City Public Schools. The Committee included district teachers, librarians, principals, and administrators. The visionaries behind the program our PARP Chairpersons, Donna Kraus and Locust Principal, Dr. Jean Ricotta who accepted the award on behalf of the PTA at the dinner. Also honored that evening was Steven Spirakis, the winner of 2016-17 New York State PTA Youth Humanitarian Award In Memory of Stanley Marcus and Mrs. Erin Conlon, GCPS Locust Teacher, who received the New York State PTA

Teacher Fellowship for Graduate Study in Memory of Richard Gazzola Award (the Teacher Fellowship). Steven received his award formally at a Nassau Region PTA dinner back in June 2017 but was again recognized for his outstanding service to his community through his volunteer and charity work. Mrs. Conlon joins a long list of Garden City teachers awarded the Teacher Fellowship to “encourage excellent teachers to stay in the classroom by providing an opportunity for them to improve their teaching skills, update their professional knowledge, and expand their professional perspectives.” Recipients receive up to $3,000 to help pay for education courses to further their studies. Congratulations to all our winners! The Garden City PTA received a NYS PTA membership recognition Fast Track and Men Matter Certificate - demonstrating our communities commitment that all caregivers (including dads, grandads, brothers, and uncles) be engaged and committed to the education of our children. Thank you to all our members, your commitment to children, community, and education are much appreciated.

PTA at the BOE

1/9, Wednesday - Board of Education Work Session: Financial Planning Update at GCHS Library at 8:15 p.m.

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GC PTA Photo Use Policy

The Garden City PTA will be photographing and/or filming students, staff, and PTA members as they go about the business of learning, succeeding and participating in PTA events and activities. This media may be published on the Garden City PTA website, monthly e-newsletters, social media sites (Facebook, Instagram,Twitter), and in the Garden City News. Student names will never be published. If you do not wish to have your child or yourself photographed and/or videotaped, submit your request to communications@gardencitypta.org in writing. Full-class or group photographs and videotapes should not be included in your request. National PTA: December “Safe Toys and Gifts Month” (Source: American Academy of Ophthalmology) About 1 in 10 children’s eye injuries treated in the ER trace back to toys. Unfortunately, most of these injuries happen to children under age 15. Avoid purchasing toys with sharp, protruding or projectile parts. Make sure children have appropriate supervision when playing with potentially hazardous toys or games that could cause an eye injury. Ensure that laser product labels include a statement that the device com-

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plies with “21 CFR (the Code of Federal Regulations) Subchapter J”. Along with sports equipment, give children the appropriate protective eyewear with polycarbonate lenses. Check with your eye doctor to learn about protective gear recommended for your child’s sport. Check labels for age recommendations and be sure to select gifts that are appropriate for a child’s age and maturity. Keep toys that are made for older children away from younger children. If your child experiences an eye injury from a toy, seek immediate medical attention from an ophthalmologist – an eye medical doctor.

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Who We Are

Since 1945, the Garden City Parent Teacher Association has been dedicated to serving children and families in our community. Today’s Garden City PTA is a network of parents, teachers, administrators and community members devoted to the educational, social and emotional success of children. Our commitment to creating a collaborative environment where families and the school community can work together has and will continue to foster positive change in our schools and within our community. Together we are a powerful voice for all our children, a relevant resource for our families and a strong advocate for public education. Through our annual membership drive and fundraising efforts we are able to provide cultural programs, speaker engagements, health and safety programs, monetary awards to high school seniors and so much more. Many of our events and programs have become longstanding traditions in our schools and for our students. Our grants have enhanced the educational experience for students in each of our seven schools. Our members can be found volunteering their time and talents in our schools and throughout our community. Thank you to all who support the Garden City PTA. Together we can achieve great things!

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Village dedicates street sign to veteran firefighter

On a snowy Saturday morning, the Village unveiled “Chief Vincent E. Cashman Way” during a fitting ceremony at the entrance to Fire Headquarters on Stewart Avenue in honor of the ex-chief who first joined the Garden City Fire Department’s ranks in 1958. Assigned to Truck Company, Chief Cashman served as a Chief’s aide, Company lieutenant and captain and soon after was elected Third, Second and First Assistant Chief between 19681970. A year later, he began serving as Chief of the Department. In addition to his time in Garden City, he also represented the County by serving on the First Battalion District Board and the Nassau County Fire Commission. Garden City Ex-Chief John Casey was instrumental in making this dedication a reality. “Thirty-nine years ago I was very fortunate to join this Fire Department and he took me under his wing. I’m the luckiest guy standing here because of that,” he said. “This is not a memorial but a celebration of his life and I can’t think of a better way to do it than with a dedication like this, which will last forever.” Ex-Chief Casey thanked Village Administrator Ralph Suozzi and former Fire Captain and current Village Trustee Mark Hyer for their efforts. “Without these two gentlemen this would have never happened. I passed

the ball off to these guys and they did all the work. On behalf of the family and everyone else, thank you very much,” he said. Although he only met Chief Cashman a few times and did not know him personally, Fire Commissioner and Village Trustee Robert Bolebruch said it was easy to see the kind of man he was. “Chief Cashman, at all times, showed grace and respect for every person he met and embodied all the best qualities of a leader. It was easy to see why he always commanded the respect and love of his fellow firefighters,” he said. “Chief Cashman was a credit to his Department, this Village and his family. He will be truly missed.” Mayor Brian Daughney, who did know him personally, added, “He was so proud of Garden City and so proud of his family. Vincent, we thank you as a community and we thank his family for sharing him with us.” Chief Cashman’s grandson, Brendan, unveiled the sign. Firetruck horns rang with pride and a lone bagpiper played Amazing Grace. Vincent Cashman, Jr. who attended the ceremony with family, some who came as far as Florida and Syracuse, said the dedication was a great honor. “For him to be remembered like this forever is terrific. He loved the Fire Department,” he said.

Chief Vincent Cashman’s grandson, Brendan, did the honors at the December 9, 2017 sign unveiling.

Chief Vincent Cashman’s family looks on with pride as the sign is unveiled.

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Chief Vincent Cashman’s family and friends attended the December 9, 2017 ceremony.

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;Chief Vincent E. Cashman Wayâ&#x20AC;? sign unveiled during a fitting ceremony at the entrance to Fire Headquarters on Stewart Avenue on December 9, 2017.

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WPOA hosts 8th Annual West End Christmas Tree Lighting

On Friday evening, December 8, the Western Property Owners Association (WPOA) welcomed the Holiday Season with the annual lighting of a Christmas Tree at Plattsdale and New Hyde Park Roads. Staff from the Village of Garden City Volunteer Fire Department, Police Department, and Parks and Recreation Department contributed to a safe, fun event for all the children and neighbors. Program emcee Sal Nastasi provided a wonderful set of Christmas music, which was complemented by the lovely and talented performers of Broadway Bound, under the direction of owner Debbie Tavernese. The WPOA thanks its Tree Lighting Committee Chairperson, Vice President RoseAnn Vernice, and Director Maureen Dellacona, who were ably assisted by the WPOAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Student Ambassador Mark Michon. Special appreciation also goes to Lonnie Werner, Town of Hempstead Recreation Coordinator, for providing the showmobile, the perfect stage for all the performances, and to Parks and Recreation Department Supervisor Steve Espey for ensuring that the Christmas tree lights went on without a hitch! The WPOA welcomed our returning guests: State Assemblyman Ed Ra, Nassau County Legislator Laura Schaeffer, Chamber of Commerce Director John Wilton, Western Section Board of Trustees members Bob Bolebruch and Stephen Makrinos, as well as Central Trustee Theresa Trouve, and Eastern Trustees John Delaney and Mark Hyer, who provided support to make this event a success. Finally, a great big THANK YOU to Santa Claus, for taking time out of his busy schedule to join us and for bringing his assistants from the Volunteer Fire Department to help hand out goodies to all the boys and girls. See you all next year!

Braving the cold are from left, Trustee Theresa Trouve, Chamber of Commerce Director John Wilton, Trustee John Delaney, County Legislator Laura Schaefer, Trustee Bob Bolebruch, Trustee Mark Hyer, WPOA President Gerry Kelly, Vice President RoseAnn Vernice, Director Nick Vernice, and State Assemblyman Ed Ra.

Getting the night off to a good start are, from left, Assemblyman Ra, Trustee Delaney, Detective Richard Pedone, Police Officer Paul Hennessy, Chamber Director John Wilton, Trustees Mark Hyer and Theresa Trouve, Vice President RoseAnn Vernice and Director Nick Vernice, and Village Department of Recreation and Parks Supervisor Steve Espey. (Photo by Stephen Takacs)

Emcee Sal Nastasi gets the crowd in a holiday singing mood.

Performers dance with precision and grace.

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Ho, ho, ho!!! Get ready for Christmas!

Santa arrives by fire truck to the delight of the children, bringing them goodies and good cheer. (Photo by Stephen Takacs)

WPOA Director Terry McCarthy and his daughters enjoy hot chocolate prepared by Tulip Caterers.

WPOA Vice President Vernice joins several children at the exciting moment when the tree was lit.

Broadway Bound owner Debbie Tavernese received a warm welcome from RoseAnn Vernice.

Tree Lighting Chair RoseAnn Vernice welcomes the crowd.

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Garden City Football Team wins 2017 Rutgers Cup

The Trojans capped their perfect season by winning the 2017 Rutgers Cup, signifying their status as Nassau County’s best team. This is the first time the Trojans have won this prestigious award in back to back seasons, and it is their 6th overall. The Trojans finished 12-0, winning the Long Island Championship 24-6 over North Babylon. It was GC’s 24th straight victory. The team finished second on L.I. in points scored with 444, and led L.I. in fewest

points surrendered with 70. Coach Dave Ettinger was named co-winner of the Coach of the Year award. For Coach Ettinger, it is his second straight Coach of the Year honor in just three seasons at the helm. Trevor Yeboah-Kodie was a finalist for the Thorpe award, which is given to the most outstanding player in Nassau County. Andrew DeSantis was a finalist for the Piner award, given to the best linebacker. Andrew DeSantis, Michael Liberopoulos, and

The Trojans celebrating their 24th straight win and back to back LIC’s

Coaches and Players with the Rutgers Cup Trophy

Matthew Granville were finalists for the Athlete-Scholar award. James Buckley was a finalist for the Unsung Hero award. Trevor Yeboah-Kodie, for offense, and Sal Ingrassia, for defense, both picked up MVP awards for their efforts in the Nassau County Championship game. Andrew DeSantis, for offense, and James Buckley, for

defense, received MVP awards for the LIC game. Trojans honored as AllCounty players were Andrew DeSantis, Matthew Desimpliciis, Matthew Flanagan, Matthew Granville, Michael Liberopoulos, Tyler Wuchte, and Trevor Yeboah Kodie. Congratulations to all the boys on these outstanding accomplishments.

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A December Vacation in Washington, DC Checks Every Box on a Holiday Wish List BY KAREN RUBIN Among our favorite places to spend the winter holidays for their attractions both indoor and outdoor and their ambiance (Newport, RI, Philadelphia, New York City, Wilmington and the Brandywine) Washington DC is certainly among the best and Destination DC (DDC), the official marketing organization for Washington, DC is on hand to help travelers plan. Washington.org offers seasonal inspiration on a holiday landing page including hotel packages and deals, festive menus, ice skating rinks, Christmas markets, can’tmiss events and more. Scroll instant inspiration on DDC’s Instagram and Facebook accounts or speak with a travel concierge (800-422-8644, Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5pm). “Whether your ideal December getaway includes a family photo with the National Christmas tree and A Christmas Carol at Ford’s Theatre or a morning at the MLK Memorial, an afternoon of ice © Ka ren R skating at the National Gallery of Art’s rink ubin and a Michelin-star dinner, we can help you plan an unforgettable holiday in Washington, DC,” said Elliott L. Ferguson II, president and CEO of DDC. Among special packages and events: Seasonal Hotel Packages See page D6

Snow Resorts are Magical Places for Winter Holidays BY KAREN RUBIN Snow-covered mountain resorts are particularly magical at the holidays, and they go all out. “The quintessential holiday vacation is a ski trip in the mountains,” says CMO at Ski.com and industry veteran, Dan Sherman. “From elaborate light displays in quaint mountain villages and Santa races to holiday markets and torchlight parades, mountain destinations offer the epitome of an idyllic holiday atmosphere.” Here are just a few examples: Stowe, Vermont: An idyllic New England town, Stowe is a winter wonderland. The streets of historic downtown come to life during the holidays with a local artisan market. From candy canemaking demos to the annual winter-themed ice carving, there is plenty to do off the mountain. r Catch a holiday concert at the Spruce tere t i Peak Performing Arts Center or take us M ark ©M the kids to a community screening of It’s a Wonderful Life. Ring in the New Year with Stowe’s on-mountain Torchlight Parade and Fireworks Show over Spruce Peak. Vail, Colorado: Vail’s Holidays are held from November 29th See page D2

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through December 31st. The festivities kick off with the annual Kris Kringle Market, an outdoor market featuring 34 local and regional Colorado vendors, where travelers can pick up unique last minute gifts. On the evening of December 17th, join the Mayor and take in the Town of Vail Tree Lighting by the Covered Bridge, while the Vail Children’s Choir sings. On December 22nd, Vail Winterfest Ice Theater hosts their Grand Opening Celebration. Ice Sculptor Paul Wertin creates oversized ice chairs where travelers can kick back and relax while enjoying film projects, such as How the Grinch Stole Christmas. On New Year’s Eve, ski instructors and locals form a glowing train down the mountain, while fireworks bring in the new year, lighting up Vail’s iconic setting. Other activities include ice skating, lantern making, holiday sweater runs to burn off some extra calories and children’s cookies and tea parties. Whistler Blackcomb, Canada: Dress like Santa and Ms. Claus and ski for free on the annual Santa Ski Day, this December in Whistler. The first 75 guests to arrive at the Garibaldi Lift Company dressed in holiday garb will be awarded a free lift ticket. The iconic Fire & Ice shows light up the town every Sunday evening as skiers and snowboarders hit a big air jump through a ring of fire. The 34th annual Christmas Eve Carol Service takes place at the Westin Resort and Spa, bringing to life the story of the birth of Christ along with traditional carols and music. In addition, children can ice skate with Santa throughout the holiday season at the Whistler Olympic Plaza. Kitzbuhel, Austria: An ultimate

Kitzbühel, Austria (© Markus Mitterer) holiday destination for skiing and festivities, the town of Kitzbuhel transforms into a Christmas market and winter wonderland from November 30th through December 26th. Featuring traditional Tyrolean crafts, food and traditions, the market celebrates the holidays with a variety of musical acts featuring local choirs and musicians, Christmas readings, petting zoos and pony rides for the children. On January 1st, thousands of locals and visitors ring

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in the New Year with a torch skiing and flame jumping show, complete with the 64th annual fireworks show put on by fireworks champion, Armin Lukasser. Squaw Valley, California: The holidays kick off in Squaw and Alpine Meadows on December 16th with the Opening Ceremonies. The Ceremonies include a glow stick parade, lead by the one and only Santa. The parade meanders through Squaw’s “Ye Olde Christmas Village” and the “Merry

Wonderland” (a transformed Olympic Village Lodge). Check out the Ice Garden and performances by the Truckee Tahoe Community Chorus. Participants will also enjoy the “Taste of Squaw,” where local dining establishments provide free bites of signature items. Santa continues his visits throughout the week, stopping at the Merry Wonderland, the Ice Garden, Village at Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows. On December 21st, visitors can enjoy

Whistler-Blackcomb, British Columbia, Canada (© Mitchell Winton)

a concert put on by the Squaw Valley Institute featuring blues-infused covers of classics by likes of BB King, Kat King Cole, Otis Redding, Eric Clapton and more. Other festivities include Ugly Sweater parties, brunch with Santa and skiing with Santa on December 25th. Innsbruck, Austria: From midNovember through early January, the capitol of Tyrol is awash with Christmas festivities. The neighborhood of Alstadt features popular Medieval houses on the narrow Kiebachgasse street. Brothers Grimm characters peer down from the widows and tickle the imagination of children and the young at heart. Vendor booths are laden with festive goods like gingerbread, wooden toys and handblown ornaments. Every day at dusk, trumpeters perform traditional carols on the 500-year-old Golden Roof. Don’t miss Kiachln, a traditional Advent doughnut served with hot cranberry sauce. Take a ride up the funicular to Hafelekar, located just outside of Innsbruck to

enjoy the twinkling city below. Sun Valley, Idaho: The birthplace of skiing in the U.S., Sun Valley, Idaho is a small town with five-star amenities, but without the crowds. Christmas festivities start early with the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony on December 16th. Santa will be present, as well as the Sun Valley Carolers, an ice carving demo and free cookies and hot chocolate. Carolers perform daily performances throughout the Sun Valley Village and at various Sun Valley restaurants through the holidays. A European-style open-air market on the Sun Valley Lawn features vendors and holiday goodies. On Christmas Eve, enjoy the Winter Wonderland Ice Show while warming up with free hot chocolate and fresh-baked cookies at the Lodge. Don’t miss Christmas Eve fireworks and a sky-illuminating torchlight parade down Dollar Mountain. Take sleigh rides to Trail Creek Cabin for dinner or amble down Main Street in

Ketchum, lit up with a festive holiday gallery walk and festive decorations on all of the beautiful lodges. Aspen, Colorado: The 12 Days of Aspen usher in the holidays in Aspen, Colorado. On December 20th, kids can make their parents a special gift at the St. Regis, while LeAnn Rimes will perform at the Belly Up that evening. The following day, Santa will be at the Winer Wonderland with his live reindeer. Come meet St. Nick and enjoy free hot cooca and cookies while getting your picture taken. Santa will also be conducting sleigh rides throughout the 12 Days through town with Mrs. Claus; visitors can reserve spots in advance to take a ride. During the afternoons the spirited Hotel Jerome will be hosting carolers for visitors and locals alike. On the 23rd, everyone’s favorite characters from Peanuts come to life at the Wheeler Opera House with a presentation of A Charlie Brown Christmas. And finally, on the 31st, ring

in the New Year with an astounding fireworks show over Aspen Mountain. The Infamous Stringdusters will cap off the evening with a performance at the Wheeler Opera House. For assistance making travel arrangements, visit Ski.com (you can do an on-line chat with a specialist) or call 800-908-5000 or 970-429-3099. _______________________ © 2017 Travel Features Syndicate, a division of Workstyles, Inc. All rights reserved. Visit goingplacesfarandnear. com, www.huffingtonpost. com/author/karen-rubin , and travelwritersmagazine.com/ TravelFeaturesSyndicate/. Blogging at goingplacesnearandfar.wordpress. com and moralcompasstravel.info. Send comments or questions to FamTravLtr@ aol.com. Tweet @TravelFeatures. ‘Like’ us at facebook.com/NewsPhotoFeatures

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Visiting Santa? Make a Reservation BY MARJORIE GOTTLIEB WOLFE Santa Claus has arrived in town, but you may need a reservation to see him. Macy’s flagship store on 34th Street in New York is now requiring eager families to go online to sign up for a time slot from 30 minutes to five days in advance. NO WALKINS ARE ALLOWED. Admission is free. Shown below is a list of exciting and unusual facts, figures and happenings this holiday season. • In 2017, people will spend from $936 to $967 on Xmas gifts. “Americans may put the brakes on spending this holiday season,” says the National Retail Federation. People plan to spend slightly more than $478 on gifts for FAMILY, down from almost $486 in 2016. Matt Schultz said, “Have a shopping list. It will protect you from a number of retail’s favorite tricks: from slowtemp music (which tends to prompt shoppers who make unplanned pur-

chases to spend about $33 more than they buy in silence), to confusing store layouts that force you to walk down aisle after aisle to tempting presents.” • Some malls offer Pet Nights with Santa. Families are asked to bring well-behaved, leashed, people-friendly pets using their reservation system. • The price tag to purchase the 12 unusual items mentioned in the holiday jingle will run you $34,558.65. Ex. 3 French Hens—$181.50; 6 Geesea-laying—$360; and 12 drummers drumming—$2,034.10. • North Pole Santa Letters—customized from Santa and mailed from the North Pole: $7.99 to $9.99. • Need help planting a Christmas Tree? According to one website, a nursery charges $212 to plant a Christmas tree vs. doing it yourself for $95. (The national cost is adjusted by ZIP Code.) • School4Santas is the world’s largest Santa School. It’s designed for both Real Bearded Santas, Mrs. Claus, and volunteers. They have over 3,700 graduates. A complete 2-day course, 16-hour training course, taught by professional Santas, costs $289. First-time attendees receive a Bachelor Diploma in Santa Clausology. Couples can enroll for $399, and alumni singles pay $299. An ON-LINE DVD course is $199. • HireSanta.com offers a Santa Claus for $295 for 1 hour. (Rates charged for Xmas Eve and Xmas Day are double. They offer 3 levels of Santa Clauses: Professional, Expert, and Master. • According to shmoop.com, it’s difficult to point exactly how much St. Nick can fit into his big red pockets for each sitting, but it seems that $100 to

$175 an hour is a good midpoint. At the low end, the scale goes down to a paltry $10 an hour. Those with real beards tend to make more. People who throw fancy holiday parties pay Santa up to $300 an hour. • Children who wish to Breakfast with Santa and Friends, will pay $15 per child ($20 per adult) at United Skates of America Roller Skating Center in Seaford. Mrs. Claus is whipping up a delicious buffet and Frosty the Showman and Rudolph will all be there! • FREE: Want to have some fun? Call up good ol’ Santa Claus. Yes, he actually has a phone number. 951-2623062 Note: This number comes in handy especially when you need to remind your kids to behave. • FREE: The transcript from the 1994 Tim Allen movie, “The Santa Clause.” Go to script-o-rama.com. • FREE: 100’s of printable Santa Clause Coloring Pages. Go to www. raisingyourkids.com. • FREE: Santa’s Naughty or Nice List - a questionnaire to determine how good you’ve been this year. Go to Northpole.com. • Want to buy a Donald Trump in a Santa Hat Christmas Shirt/Hoodie? $32 from the freedomcatalog.com. • Handmade Santa Claus Christmas Sugar Cookies, $16.15, plus shipping. Go to etsy.com. • “Santa Claus: A Biography” by Gerry Bowler, sells for $19.95 in paperback. “The future of Santa Claus is not up to children,” writes Bowler, “his life rests in the hands of parents,” and their “acts of loving folly” such as half-eaten cookies and letters from the North Pole.”

• FREE: Read an original play titled, “What, No Santa Claus?” The story begins: “He’s sitting in his big chair in front of the fireplace. He is wearing his traditional costume, but he has his shoes and socks off. His feet are stuck into a basin of hot water. He is huddled down in a big, red blanket which has been thrown around his shoulder. The table contains bottles of medicine: “Cough Medicine,” “Sneeze Medicine” and “Pills For Chills.” Santa looks very miserable and begins to sneeze. Ker-chew—kerrrchew. Ker-Chew!” To read the whole story, go to: thebestclass.org. Marjorie Wolfe’s favorite holiday joke: Q. What do you call a kid who doesn’t believe in Santa? A. A rebel without a Claus.

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Split Marriage Adds Up to No Benefits BY TOM MARGENAU

Q: I am 66 years old. I am getting my own Social Security retirement check, but it is rather small -- just shy of $1,000 per month. I tried to get benefits from my deceased husband’s record but my claim was turned down. They said I wasn’t married long enough. But I was married for a total of 10 years. Can you please review my case and tell me what you think? And is there anything I can do about it? Here are the facts. I was married on August 5, 1989. Then we got a divorce on May 14, 1998. But then we remarried on June 19, 1999. And my husband died on January 21, 2000. A: Wow! What an intriguing situation. I once wrote a column in which I answered reader’s complaints that Social Security rules are so complicated by pointing out that it is actually people’s lives that can be so complicated -- and Social Security’s laws and regulations just get a little twisted trying to adapt to that fact. Your claim for widow’s benefits was properly rejected because the law says your current marriage must have lasted at least 9 months. And sadly, your husband died before you reached that benchmark. You were married just a little over 7 months when he died. You brought up the 10-year issue. That rule applies to women who are trying to get benefits as a divorced wife or widow. The law normally says you must reach your 10th wedding anniversary to be eligible for benefits from an ex-husband’s record. But the rules are a little different in a split marriage like yours. On the one hand, someone might look at your case and say you don’t meet the 10-year rule. After all, your first marriage lasted about 8 years and 10 months. And your second marriage lasted 7 months. If you add that up, it comes out to a little less than 9 years and 6 months of marriage. But what the law actually says is that your marriage must have been in existence at some point in each of 10 continuous years. And because you were indeed married to this man at some point in each of the years from 1989 to 2000, you do meet the 10-year marriage requirement. But of course, the sad twist to that issue is that we are talking about benefits for a divorced widow. And you were not divorced when your husband died. So to sum up. You cannot get benefits as a married widow because your second marriage didn’t last 9 months before your husband died. And you can’t get benefits as a divorced widow because ... again ... you were not divorced when he passed away. You asked me what you can do about this. You said that your claim for widow’s benefits was “turned down.” I assume by that you mean you filed a

formal application for widow’s benefits with the Social Security Administration and then received a letter of denial (as opposed to just asking a clerk about your eligibility and getting an informal and oral rejection). If it has been less than two months since you got the denial letter, you could file an appeal. Eventually, you will talk to a Social Security judge about your case. I would try making the point that although your second marriage lasted less than 9 months, your combined marriages lasted well more than that. Who knows? Maybe the judge will interpret the rules differently than what SSA and I have told you. It’s worth a shot! Q: I tried to get benefits from my ex-husband’s Social Security, but was turned down because of the 10-year rule. I just don’t think that’s fair. We were married in 1995 and divorced in 2002. Then we remarried in 2009 and divorced again in 2015. In other words, we were married a total of about 13 years. Why can’t I get his Social Security? A: I purposely put your question right behind the last one to clarify a point about this 10-year business. Again, the law treats each of your marriages separately. And you didn’t reach your 10th wedding anniversary in either of them. In the prior answer, I explained how Social Security rules treat split marriages. To repeat, the law says you can combine the time each one lasted IF your marriage was in existence at some point during a 10-year continuous period. But between 1995 when you got married the first time and 2015 when you got divorced the second time, there was no 10-year continuous length of time that you were married. Q: I took my Social Security at 62. I get $1,257 per month. I tried to get Social Security from my ex-husband but was denied. They said I get more on my own. But how can that be? He made a six-figure income all his life. I have no idea how much he is getting but it must be the maximum. And certainly half of the maximum Social Security benefit is more than I am getting. A: You’re right that half of the maximum Social Security benefit is more than you are getting on your own account. But here is the deal. You are not due half of your ex-husband’s Social Security. Because you took reduced retirement benefits on your own account, that reduction carries over to any spousal benefits you might be due. Instead of half, you are due about onethird of his rate. Let’s say he is getting the maximum retirement benefit. That would be about $2,700. One third of that is around $890. Your own $1,257 rate is much more than that. So your claim for divorced wife’s benefits was correctly denied.

Q: I took my Social Security at age 70. So I am getting an extra 32 percent added to my Social Security checks. My wife is about to turn 66. Does she get half of my age 70 rate? Or half of my full retirement age rate? And what happens when I die? A: While you are alive, your wife will be due 50 percent of your age 66 (full retirement age) rate -- less any benefits she might be due on her own

account. But after you die, her widow’s benefit is based on your augmented age 70 amount. So she will get 100 percent of whatever you were getting at the time of death -- again, less any benefits she might be due on her own record. If you have a Social Security question, Tom Margenau has the answer. Contact him at thomas.margenau@comcast.net. COPYRIGHT 2017 CREATORS.COM

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Through Dec. 20, the Four Seasons Hotel Washington, DC displays lavish holiday décor from 20 area designers. The luxury Georgetown hotel treats travelers with 30% off suites, through December. The Ritz-Carlton Georgetown’s Deck the Halls offer includes Santa’s milk and cookies at turn-down and an in-suite holiday tree. The Ritz-Carlton Washington, DC welcomes guests to Savor the Season with a 30-foot gingerbread Washington Monument and a $50 food and beverage credit. Winter packages at the Willard InterContinental include a delicious welcome amenity and the official 2017 White House Christmas ornament thru Dec. 31. Ice Skating Rinks Twirl around the National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden’s rink thru March 11, 2018. Warm up inside the Pavilion Café and visit Vermeer and the Masters of Genre Painting: Inspiration and Rivalry in the West Building thru Jan. 21, 2018. Free. New: The Potomac-side rink at The Wharf in SW DC joins the party of neighborhood rinks in Georgetown and Capitol Riverfront.

New: Glide on “iceless” rinks at the Fairmont Washington, D.C. Georgetown and the Watergate Hotel. Holiday Lights, Tours ZooLights animates the National Zoo with more than 500,000 LED lights, snowless tubing and concerts between 5-9pm until Jan. 1 (closed Dec. 24, 25, 31). Free. George Washington’s Mount Vernon offers character-guided candlelit tours, 18th century dancing and fireside caroling, Dec. 1-2, 8-9, 17. Holiday in the Park illuminates Six Flags America with lights, rides and s’mores Dec. 2-3, 9-10, 16-17, 22-23, 26- Jan. 1. Tour America’s roadside attractions in miniature at Seasons Greenings: National Parks and Historic Parks at the U.S. Botanic Gardens thru Jan. 2. Free. The National Christmas tree in President’s Park on the Ellipse is attended by 56 decorated trees, Santa’s Workshop and musical performances thru Dec. 31. Free. The National Menorah will be lit on the Ellipse throughout Hanukah. On Dec. 12 at 4pm, the American Friends of Lubavitch celebrates with dreidels and donuts. Free. Performances, Attractions New: Digital gallery Artechouse

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Many people find the holiday season can be stressful. Holiday hosts may bear the brunt of seasonal stress, but the season also may be challenging for those who have lost loved ones or do not have close families to celebrate with. When holiday hustle leads to frayed nerves, there are some things people can do to reduce their stress. • Hit the gym. The American Society for Exercise Physiologists says exercise has been shown to increase one’s sense of well-being, mood, self-esteem, and stress responsivity. Stress can rev up adrenaline, and exercise can help relieve any pent-up energy and frustration. • Eat the right foods. Stay hydrated and eat plenty of fiber, fruits and vegetables. This can help stabilize blood sugar levels and decrease cravings for comfort foods. Do not turn to caffeine, sugary sweets and alcohol to reduce stress, as such foods and beverages may only

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New Farberware Buena Cocina Stainless Steel 6 Quart Covered Casserole ($31.99) — Also known as a caldero, which is a staple in Hispanic cuisine, this mirror-polished, stainless steel pot is perfectly sized for family-size weeknight meals and gatherings. A fully encapsulated aluminum base ensures fast and even heating. New Paula Deen Speckled 4-Piece Bakeware Set in Deep Sea Blue ($39.99) — Paula’s love for retro-style enamel-

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New BonJour Cold Brew Coffee Maker ($49.99) — Crafted in heat-resistant borosilicate glass, the 50-ounce carafe features a high-quality, double stainless steel filter with a removable base for easy cleanup. Offered in Black and Aqua, this simple-to-use coffee maker makes smooth-tasting coffee with less acidity. New BonJour Ceramic French Press ($49.99) — Coffee lovers who prefer the rich taste of coffee brewed in a French press will appreciate the form and function of this boldly striped (in Red and Black) 8-cup model. The insulating stoneware carafe and lid keeps freshly brewed coffee at its optimum heat and flavor longer and reduces risk of breakage.

Circulon Sunrise Teakettle in New Orange and Royal Blue ($19.99) — Boiling water to brew tea or coffee is never dull with colorful enamel on steel teakettles, and the classically round-shaped 1.5-quart Sunrise comes in a rainbow of hues. Other colors include Bell Pepper Red, Rhubarb Red, Mustard Yellow, Capri Turquoise, and Black. New Rachael Ray Multi-Grater ($24.99) — Designed by Rachael herself, this clever grater combines two razor-sharp blades — Medium and Ribbon — into one extra-long tool that can be positioned on a cutting board or bowl or over a skillet or sauté pan. Perfect for grating cheese, garlic, ginger, and more, the Multi-Grater is styled in Red and Marine Blue. For more information, please visit www.anolon.com, www.circulon.com, www.farberwarecookware.com, www. bonjourproducts.com, and www.PotsandPans.com.

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Christmas trees are often the centerpiece of holiday decor and one of the hallmarks of the season. The National Christmas Tree Association states that there are approximately 25 to 30 million real Christmas trees sold each year in the United States, where there are close to 350 million currently growing on Christmas tree farms. The NCTA also notes that, when a Christmas tree is cut, more than half of its weight is water. To maintain its quality and appearance, keeping the tree hydrated is of utmost importance. There are other steps to take as well to minimize needle loss and help ensure the tree lasts through the holiday season. • Buy a quality tree. It’s adviseable to buy a freshly cut tree from a local nursery or cut one down yourself. Trees available at tree lots may have been cut down weeks prior and may have already started to deteriorate. Some needle loss is to be expected, but if the tree you’re considering loses lots of needles when shaken, go elsewhere. • Fit the stand to the tree. Rather than whittling down the trunk to fit the stand, choose a stand with an adequate reservoir to fit the trunk and water. Stands should provide one quart of water per inch of stem diameter.

putting the tree in the stand. Be careful to cut perpendicular to the stem axis, not at an angle or v-shape. The outer layers of wood are the most efficient in absorbing water and should not be removed. • Keep it cool. Trees are used to being outdoors and not inside. Therefore, inside the home, place the tree away from a heat source to prolong its life. Avoid drafts from heating vents, radiators and fireplaces as well. • Consider a living tree. Living trees can be planted in the yard after the season, ensuring that the beauty of the evergreen can be enjoyed year-round. Select a tree that is hardy to your planting zone. Live trees often need to be transitioned from the outdoors to a garage and then into the house so they will not be shocked. Reverse this process when returning the tree to the outdoors. Do not keep the tree inside longer than 10 days, advises HGTV. Monitor any tree’s condition daily, keeping it watered regularly. Select lights that use low heat. Remove the tree if it has dried out to avoid a fire risk. Following these suggestions can help trees last the entire holiday season as they serve as the centerpiece of holiday decorations.

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Emotions run deep come the holiday season. Holiday planning can be hectic, especially for blended families. Today’s families are increasingly blended, meaning they’re a combination of families due to divorce or death. Even though the holidays are meant to be joyous, navigating traditions and accommodating the unique needs of all involved — including cultural traditions, visitation schedules, rituals, and religious beliefs — can be challenging. But blended families need not fret as they attempt to negotiate Christmas, Chanukah, Kwanzaa, or New Years.

amount of energy on trimming the tree when that isn’t as important to others. Discussing expectations can make planning that much easier. Create new traditions The holidays without everyone under the same roof enjoying traditions that have been part of celebrations for years can contribute to feelings of anxiety for people accustomed to these annual traditions. Draw the focus away from how things used to be done and create new traditions that all can anticipate. Host a holiday movie night if this isn’t the year to have the kids for Christmas. An annual outing to see a concert or show might be a new tradition the entire blended family can enjoy.

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are large enough to entertain the whole family, whether it’s a backyard movie night on a warm summer evening or during a camping trip when film fans can relax under the stars and watch their favorite films. Screens won’t be too useful without a projector, so make sure your loved one already has a projector or suggest a family member purchase the projector and then present both gifts at the same time. • Streaming subscription: Few people now watch films on DVD, as streaming services have become the go-to means to watching the films of the past and present. Sign your loved one up for subscription to a service such as Netflix or Amazon Prime, and he or she will have instant access to thousands of films. • Books: If your favorite film aficionado is not just enamored with movies but the behind-the-scenes business of making films, stuff a book or two into his or her stocking. Numerous books have been written about the nuts and bolts of moviemaking, and even more memoirs or tell-alls have shared the Hollywood gossip or insider details that few film fans can resist.

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Holiday cookies the whole family will love Many people enjoy baking come the holiday season, and perhaps no dish is more synonymous with holiday baking than cookies. Children leave cookies out for Santa Claus on Christmas Eve, while adults may indulge and enjoy an extra cookie or two at family gatherings or holiday office parties. Cookies come in all shapes and sizes, so bakers have an array of options at their disposal when planning their holiday menus. Chocolate chip cookies may be among the most popular types of cookies, and bakers who want to capitalize on that popularity while giving loved ones something a little different may want to try the following recipe for “Double Chocolate Chip Cookies” from Maxine Clark’s “Chocolate: Deliciously Indulgent Recipes for Chocolate Lovers” (Ryland, Peters & Small).

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A heavy, nonstick baking sheet Preheat the oven to 350 F. Using an electric mixer, cream the butter and sugars together until pale and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla essence. Sift the flour with the cocoa and salt in a small bowl. Fold into the egg mixture with the chocolate chips. Place 4 heaping tablespoonsfuls of the mixture on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them well apart. Press down and spread out to about 1⁄4inch thick with the back of a wet spoon or with dampened fingers (you may like to scatter some more chocolate chips over the top). Bake for 10 to 12 minutes. Let cool on the baking sheet for 1 minute, then transfer to a wire rack. When cool, store in an airtight container. Repeat with the remaining mixture. Note: Chocolate extract is a fat-free flavoring ingredient made from a blend of roasted cacao beans, water and alcohol.

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SITUATION WANTED AIDE/COMPANION AVAILABLE with over 12 years of experience. Seeking to work with the elderly. References upon request. Please call 347-965-0333 CERTIFIED HOME HEALTH AIDE: Full time or weekends. 20+ year experience, light housekeeping, shopping, activities, etc. Own transportation. Please call 516-236-1711

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wE HavE opEnIngS FoR ScHooL buS dRIvERS Don’t miss an opportunity for a great job where you can serve your community and make good money doing it. We provide the training you need to obtain your commercial drivers license. We offer: - Flexible hours - 401k plans with Matching funds - Health Insurance - Life Insurance - Emergency Family leave - Safety & attendance bonus twice a year Wait there’s more: sigN oN boNus $1,000.00 REtIREEES wELcoME! FOR CDL DRIVER EaSy to dRIvE vanS BUS anD Van FREE cdL tRaInIng $500.00 FOR nOn CDL DRIVERS WILL TRaIn QUaLIFIED Call today to begin training! aPPLICanTS

For qualified candidates. We will train you for the road test.

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$20.28/hr Benefit rate $22.28/hr* non-Benefit rate *Available after 90 days of employment

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$17.51/hr Benefit rate $19.51/hr* non-Benefit rate *Available after 90 days of employment

aND... - positions available for mechanics and bus attendants - Become a NYS Certified school bus driver!

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$20.28/hr Benefit rate $22.28/hr* non-Benefit rate *Available after 90 days of employment

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$17.51/hr Benefit rate $19.51/hr* non-Benefit rate *Available after 90 days of employment

aND... - positions available for mechanics and bus attendants - Become a NYS Certified school bus driver!

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CLEANING AVAILABLE Houses and Apartments. Flexible days and hours. Experienced, reasonable prices. Very good references. Own transportation. Please call 516-272-5154 or 516-385-5547

COMPANION AVAILABLE Available full time. Looking for someone to take care of your elderly parents in the comfort of your own home for peace and tranquility? 18 yrs. experience, references, driver w/ reliable vehicle. Please call 516-410-1892 or 516-967-1130

GIVE THE GIFT OF CLEANING! CLEANING LADY AVAILABLE Also organizes homes, offices, garages. English speaking, honest, reliable. Excellent references. Own transportation. Animal friendly. Free estimates. Call 516-225-8544

HOME HEALTH AIDE will take care of your loved one in their home. Experienced & honest. Licensed driver with own transportation. Call Flo 352-262-6970

SCHOOL MONITORS EAST WILLISTON SCHOOL DISTRICT Is seeking a P/T School Monitor beginning December 2017. Additionally, we are seeking P/T Substitute School Monitors on an on call basis. Responsibilities include supervision of children and the maintenance of order in the lunchroom, hallways, classroom and playground Send resume & letter of interest to: Sydney

EWSD 11 Bacon Road, Old Westbury, N.Y. 11568 or Fax: 516-333-1126

F/T or P/T Seasonal Tax Clerk - Processor For Floral Park Tax Firm February - April

Must be able to work weekends as well as some evenings. Interpersonal and communication skills a must!

Call: 718-347-9631 Fax Resume: 718-347-9634 ljr@rosovichassociates.com JOB OPPORTUNITY $13.20 PER HOUR

If you currently care for your relatives or friends who have Medicaid or Medicare, you may be eligible to start working for them as a personal assistant. No Certificates needed

(347) 462-2610 (347) 565-6200

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Friefelder

Interim Assistant Superintendent for Business

METRO TEAM OUTFITTERS WWW.METROTEAMOUTFITTERS.COM 75 NASSAU TERMINAL ROAD NEW HYDE PARK, NY 11040

EMPLOYMENT

ANNOUNCEMENTS

SITUATION WANTED HOME HEALTH AIDE / ELDER CARE Home health aide with over 15 years experience !! Excellent references. Cooking, cleaning, showers, all aspects of daily care. Live in. Available Immediately !! Call Sharon 347-739-7717

CAREER TRAINING AIRLINE CAREERS Start here. Get trained as FAA certified Aviation Technician. Financial aid for qualified students. Job placement assistance. Call AIM for free information 866296-7094

ANNOUNCEMENTS LOST & FOUND LOST BEAUTIFUL BLACK ROSARY on Sunday, November 11 Vicinity of St. Joseph’s Church and Key Food, 7th Street. REWARD! Please call 516-747-0258

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

MARKETPLACE

LOST & FOUND

NOVENAS/PRAYERS

PEACOCK FOUND PEACOCK found on Caroline Avenue, Garden City South on November 21 Information call: 516-481-1612

PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN (Never known to fail). Oh Most Beautiful Flower of Mount Carmel, fruitful vine of Splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin assist me in this necessity. Oh Star of the Sea help me and show herein you are my Mother. Oh Mary Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth I beseech thee from the bottom of my heart to succor me this necessity (make request). There are none that can withstand your power. Oh show me herein you are my Mother. Oh Mary conceived without sin pray for us who have recourse to Thee (three times). Oh Holy Mary I place this cause in your hands (three times). Thank you for your mercy to me and mine. Amen. This prayer must be said for three days and after three days your request will be granted. The prayer must be published. Grateful thanks. (L.B.)

INVITED ESTATE SALES BY TRACY JORDAN Estate & Tag Sales Online & Live Auctions Cleanout & Moving Services Home Staging Services Appraisals 516-279-6378 www.invitedsales.com Email: tracyjordan@invitedsales.com

AVITAL GALLERY 336: Paintings, Royal Copenhagen, Rosenthal and more. Hours Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday 12-5, Friday 10-1 or by appointment. 770 Middle Neck road, Great Neck, NY 11024. 516-3045640 or call 516-528-9765. Free parking in back

NOVENAS/PRAYERS PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN (Never known to fail). Oh Most Beautiful Flower of Mount Carmel, fruitful vine of Splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin assist me in this necessity. Oh Star of the Sea help me and show herein you are my Mother. Oh Mary Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth I beseech thee from the bottom of my heart to succor me this necessity (make request). There are none that can withstand your power. Oh show me herein you are my Mother. Oh Mary conceived without sin pray for us who have recourse to Thee (three times). Oh Holy Mary I place this cause in your hands (three times). Thank you for your mercy to me and mine. Amen. This prayer must be said for three days and after three days your request will be granted. The prayer must be published. Grateful thanks. (NTG)

EMPLOYMENT HELP WANTED

PRAYER TO THE HOLY SPIRIT Holy Spirit thou who made me see everything and showed me the way to reach my ideals. Thou who gave me the divine gift to forgive and forget the wrong that is done to me, and thou who art in all instances of my life with me. I thank thee for everything and confirm once more that I never want to be separated from you no matter how great material desire may be, I want to be with thee and my loved ones in Your perpetual glory. Thank You for your love towards me and my loved ones. Pray this prayer for 3 consecutive days. After 3rd day your wish will be granted no matter how difficult it may be. Promise to publish this dialogue as soon as your favor has been granted. (L.B.)

MARKETPLACE GARAGE CONTENTS FOR SALE—GARDEN CITY: Pottery Barn Twin Bed with underneath storage drawers both sides of bed. Excellent Condition. HON Lateral Filing Cabinet, 5 drawers. Excellent condition. Misc Items: Printer, fax, scanner. Please call for details/pricing: 516-779-8788 METRO TEAM OUTFITTERS WWW.METROTEAMOUTFITTERS.COM 75 NASSAU TERMINAL ROAD NEW HYDE PARK, NY 11040

Do you have a service to advertise?

Our Service Directory is sure to bring results. Call 294-8900 for rates and information.

WANTED TO BUY

ABE BUYS OLD STUFF

GREAT PRICES PAID Bronzes, Paintings, Sterling Silver, Rugs & All Contents

917-817-3928

ALWAYS BUYING Old Mirrors, Lamps, Clocks, Watches, Furniture, Glass-Ware, Military Items, China, Anything Old or Unusal.

LICENSED & BONDED

Call 516-344-9032

TOP CASH PAID: JEWELRY, Furniture, Art, etc. Please call 718-598-3045 or 516-270-2128. www.iBuyAntiquesNYC.com

TAG SALE *BROWSE *SHOP *CONSIGN A.T. STEWART EXCHANGE CONSIGNMENT SHOP China, Silver, Crystal, Jewelry, Artwork, Furniture, Antiques, Collectibles Tues-Fri 10-4 Sat 12-4 Every Tuesday: 10% Senior Citizen Discount. All proceeds benefit The Garden City Historical Society 109 Eleventh Street Garden City 11530 516-746-8900 email: store@atstewartexchange.org www.gardencityhistoricalsociety. org

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GARDEN CITY GREAT ESTATE TAG SALE Saturday, December 16 9:00 am to 3:00 pm 75 Clinch Ave Entire House Contents For Sale Inside and Outside INVITED ESTATE SALES BY TRACY JORDAN Tuesday, December 19 9:30 a.m. 20 8th Street Hicksville, NY 11801 Collector’s Estate selling contents of home including collectibles, home furnishings, tools, costume jewelry and household items...Visit www.invitedsales. comfor pictures and details ! WILLISTON PARK: Bargains + Blessings Thrift Shop at the Church of the Resurrection, 147 Campbell Ave at Center St., Williston Park. OPEN Thursdays and Saturdays 10-4. 516746-5527. Holiday Decorations, Ornaments, Wrapping Paper, Tree Skirts, Gifts for family and friends. Everything you need for the holidays. Jewelry, clothing, household items, etc. Donations accepted. Mon-Fri 9am-12pm. CHRISTMAS SHOP OPEN NOW.

PETS PET SERVICES A GARDEN CITY ANIMAL LOVER doesn’t want to leave your precious pooch or fantastic feline alone all day. I’m reliable, dependable and will walk and feed your pet while you work or travel. Please call Cheryl at 516-971-3242

DO YOU HATE KENNELS? OR STRANGERS IN YOUR HOUSE? HOME AWAY FROM HOME will care for your dog in my Garden City home while you are away. Dog walking also available. Pet CPR & first Aid Certified. Numerous referrals and references. Limited availability. Book early! Annmarie 516-775-4256

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K9 Monk, LLC Full Service Pet Care Professional Dog Grooming Boarding, Training, Healing Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) Meridian Tapping Integrated Energy Therapy (IET) Angelic Healing Acutonics Tuning Forks Sound Therapy GC Resident 516-382-5553 thek9monk@gmail.com www.k9monk.com

AUTOMOTIVE AUTOS WANTED

REAL ESTATE FOR RENT

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

ROOM FOR RENT

OUT OF TOWN REAL ESTATE

MINEOLA: Large furnished room, private entrance, share bath, own TV, microwave and fridge, A/C. No pets / smoking. $735 month all utilities included plus 1 month security. References required. 516-747-5799

OFFICE SPACE GARDEN CITY 1565 FRANKLIN AVE Large Windowed Offices in newly built professional suite. Conference room, reception, copier, pantry included. Ample parking available. Call 516-248-3048

TOYOTA 2008 CAMRY LE

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

V6, 69K, ONE Owner,White Ext, Beige Int. Good Cond, No Accidents, Non-Smoker

OPEN HOUSE

516-412-9145 DONATE YOUR CAR to Wheels For Wishes, benefitting Make-a-Wish. We offer free towing and your donation is 100% tax deductible. Call 631-317-2014 Today!

REAL ESTATE FOR RENT APARTMENT FOR RENT GARDEN CITY RENTALS First Floor, Five Rooms 2 Bed, 2 Full Baths Updated EIK, A/C Parking Immediate $3,000 Garden City Properties (516)746-1563 / (516)313-8504

HOMES FOR RENT FRANKLIN SQUARE HOUSES FOR RENT: $2,000 and up; 2, 3 & 4 Bedrooms; use of yard, driveway & garage; Credit check required. LISA DP REAL ESTATE INC Text or call: 516-319-3647

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GARDEN CITY FOR SALE BY OWNER 27 Brompton Rd December 17th 2:00-4:00 pm Potential, Potential! 3 BR, 2 Bath home for sale in GC. Questions? 516-987-9278 No brokers at this time SOUTH JAMESPORT: Saturday, December 16 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm Waterview quaint and charming. Close to lots of sugar sandy bay beaches! Bring your flip flops and unwind here! Upper deck with magical views of boats, harbor and peekaboo bay views! Located in historic Sea Faring South Jamesport! Visit the wineries and stay forever! Reduced! $459,000 Colony Realty, Dolores Peterson 631-413-7572

OUT OF TOWN REAL ESTATE JAMESPORT Privacy with a view! Adirondack Contemporary on 1.5 acres set amongst the treetops. Borders preserved land in the back and pond in front. 3 BRs, 2.5 Baths. Stone fireplace, CAC, HW floors, 10’ ceilings. 30x24 detached garage / w orkshop with 8’ overhead door. Close to Jitney stop & town. Must See! Reduced! $749,000. Colony Realty, Carll Austin 516-658-2623

JAMESPORT: STUNNING 3500 sf VICTORIAN Private landscaped setting on 1 acre. 4 BRs & 3.5 Baths. 2 Master Bedroom Suites. Large EIK, Formal LR, Formal DR, Family Room/fireplace. Geothermal Heat, Central Air and Solar panels. Finished Basement. 3 Car Garage. Must See! Just Listed! $949,000. Colony Realty, Carll Austin 516-658-2623 LAUREL Custom 3000 sf Brick Ranch with Deeded Beach Rights! This home features LR, FDR, Family Room, EIK, MBR w/ Bath and additional 3 BRs and Bath. Large Laundry Room. Walk up Attic. $799,000 MLS #2939085 Colony Realty, Carll Austin 516-658-2623 UPSTATE NY LAND! 5 to 41 tracts! Waterfront, old farmland, country bldg lots! Liquidation prices. Terms. Call 888-9058847 newyorklandandlakes.com

SERVICES HOME IMPROVEMENTS AMBIANCE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES *Handyman & Remodeling *Kitchen Installations *Furniture Assembly *Finish Carpentry *Minor Electrical & Plumbing 25year GC Resident Lic & Ins H18E2170000 Call BOB 516-741-2154 GUTTERS, WINDOWS, CARPET CLEANING! GENERAL HOME REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE: “Handyman Services”. Outdoor Christmas & holiday decorating available. Plumbing, electrical is my specialty. Most gutters $30-40. Sprinkler blow outs, painting available. Clean ups in / out. All odd jobs...you name it. I will do it. All work guaranteed!! Fully insured. Free estimate. Senior discount. Call 516-534-9518 LAMPS FIXED $65 In home service. Handy Howard. 646-996-7628

SERVICES

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

PARTY HELP

MASONRY All types of stonework Pavers, Retaining Walls, Belgium Block Patios, Foundations, Seal coating, Concrete and Asphalt driveways, Sidewalks, Steps. Free Estimates Fully Licensed & Insured #H2219010000 Boceski Masonry Louie 516-850-4886

LADIES & GENTLEMEN RELAX & ENJOY Your Next Party! Catering and Experienced Professional Services for Assisting with Preparation, Serving and Clean Up Before, During and After Your Party Bartenders Available. Call Kate at 516-248-1545

ROOF LEAKS REPAIRED Slate Roof Specialist. Copper Flashings. Snow Guards. Aluminum Trim & Siding. No Sub-Contractors. Nassau Lic# H1859520000. B.C. Roofing 631-496-9711. Text or call owner direct: 516-983-0860 SKY CLEAR WINDOW and Restorations Inc. Window Restorations, Outdated Hardware, skylights, Andersen Sashes, new storm windows, wood windows, chain /rope repairs, falling windows, fogged panes, mechanical repairs, wood repairs, restorations, all brands. Call Mr. Fagan, 32 years experience. 631-385-7975 www.skyclearwindow.com

PAINTING & PAPERHANGING INTERIOR & EXTERIOR PAINTING Plastering, Taping, Sheetrock Skim Cutting, Old Wood Refinish, Staining, Wallpaper Removal & Hanging, Paint Removal, Power Washing, Wood Replacement JOHN MIGLIACCIO Licensed & Insured #80422100000 Call John anytime: 516-901-9398 (Cell) 516-483-3669 (Office) PAINTING PAINTING PAINTING: Interior/Exterior. Fall Specials! Call Steve cell 972998-8573

TUTORING MATH, PHYSICS, SAT/ACT TUTOR, adjunct professor Calculus I,II, Algebra, trig, AP & Pre-Calc, IB, NYS Certified, highly experienced. Raj 516-7871026

MATH, SAT, ACT TUTOR: Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2 plus Trig, Pre-Calc, AP Calculus. Norm 625-3314 ENGLISH, ACT, SAT TUTOR: 25+ year experience Critical Reading, Writing, Grammar, Essays. Lynne 625-3314 SCIENCE/HUMANITIES TUTOR: Robert Pena, M.Eng. Ivy educated biomedical engineer and medical student. Tutoring in science, math, humanities and writing for high school and college. Rate: $40 /hr. Contact: rcp73@cornell.edu or 516-282-4912

INSTRUCTION PIANO LESSONS By Ira Baslow. Experience the joy of playing the piano. Private lessons in your home, free no-obligation piano lesson, all levels, all styles, all ages. Beginners a specialty. 516-312-1054 www.iwantmypianolessons. com

DONATE YOUR CAR

Wheels For Wishes Benefiting

Make-A-Wish® Suffolk County or Metro New York WheelsForWishes.org

*Free Vehicle/Boat Pickup ANYWHERE *We Accept All Vehicles Running or Not *Fully Tax Deductible

Suffolk County

Call: (631) 317-2014

Metro New York

Call: (631) 317-2014

* Car Donation Foundation d/b/a Wheels For Wishes. To learn more about our programs or financial information, visit www.wheelsforwishes.org.

SERVICES

CLEANING

COMPLETE JUNK REMOVAL/DEMOLITION SERVICE: Strong Arm Contracting Inc. We haul anything and everything. Entire contents of home or office. We clean it up and take it away. Residential/Commercial. Bonded/Insured. Free estimates. 516-538-1125

I WILL CLEAN YOUR HOUSE OR OFFICE I have 18 Years Experience. I am Reliable & Dependable. Own Transportation. I will Make Your House/Office Shine. References Available Call 516-776-0021

MBR HOUSE CLEANING Offices & Buildings

Honest, Reliable, Hardworking, Experienced, Excellent Ref. Reasonable Rates

FREE ESTIMATES

CALL/TEXT 516-852-1675 mbrhousecleaning@gmail.com

Provides the Best Certified HHA Caregivers (men & women) In America - The Filipino people are kind, hardworking, experienced, & educated. Live In/Out.

Specializing in: Parkinsons/Alzheimers/Dementia Call Gertrude

347-444-0960

STRONG ARM CLEANING: Residential and commercial cleaning specialist, post construction clean ups, shipping and waxing floors, move ins and move outs. Free estimates. Bonded and insured. 516-5381125 www.strongarmcleaningny.com

SERVICES A & J MOVING & STORAGE: Established 1971. Long Island and New York State specialists. Residential, Commercial, Piano & Organ experts. Boxes available. Free estimates. www. ajmoving.com 516-741-2657 114 Jericho Tpk, Mineola NYDOT# 10405 COLLEGE ARTS ADMISSIONS: College Counseling in the Visual and Performing Arts. Dance, Musical Theatre & Drama. Film, Instrumental & Vocal Music. Audio Recording & Production. Theatre Technology & Production. Visual & Graphic Arts. Resume, Essays, Repertoire Lists. Michele Zimmerman. 516-353-6255 CollegeArtsAdmissions@gmail.com www.CollegeArtsAdmissions. com

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DEFEND YOURSELF! Tactics for self defense: In home, empowerment, flexible hours, any age or gender, discourage bullies. Free consultation. Please call 631-707-0029 GENERATORS Sales and service. Maintenance contracts. Generac, Kohler. Mohrmann Electric Co., Inc. 516-826-3311

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Join the Last Hope cat rescue and adoption team!

Volunteer orientations are held at our Wantagh adoption center the second Sunday of each month at 3:00 PM.

Reservations not needed, but please fill out and fax a volunteer application in advance to 516-765-9181. You can download the application from our website: http://lasthopeanimalrescue.org. Click on “How to Help”, then “Become a Volunteer!”. Our adoption center is located at 3300 Beltagh Avenue in Wantagh. We look forward to having you on our team.

OLD VILLAGE TREE SERVICE: Owner operated since 1989. 24 hour emergency service. Licensed/insured. Free estimates, member LI Arborist Assoc. Please call 516-466-9220 CHRISTMAS AND HOLIDAY DECORATIONS professionally installed on your home or office. Let us help you design your display. Will purchase and deliver decorations if needed. Gutters and windows cleaned. Full handyman services. Free estimate. Senior discount. Call 516-534-9518

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

Advertising Sales Executive Blank Slate Media Blank Slate Media, a fast-growing chain of 6 award-winning weekly newspapers and website, is looking for an energetic, service-oriented professional with good communications skills to sell display, web and email advertising. Earn up to $60,000 in the first-year representing the 6 Blank Slate Media publications and website as well the 5 publications and 1 website owned by Blank Slate’s sales partner, Litmor Publications. We are looking for an enthusiastic and service-oriented sales professional with good communication skills. Requirements: Minimum of 2 years outside sales experience. Newspaper sales experience a plus. Must have your own car. • Opportunity to sell both print and online programs • A collegial, supportive sales team • Award-winning editorial coverage • A separate newspaper for each community allowing advertisers to target their markets, and you to provide the most cost-effective way to advertise • Represent media that produce superior response for clients Compensation • Salary plus commission • Health insurance • Paid vacation, sick days & holiday

Herald Courier Roslyn Times Great NeckNews WillistonTimes Manhasset Times PortWashingtonTimes

To apply, e-mail your resume and cover letter to sblank@theislandnow.com or call Steve at 516-307-1045 x201 for more information.

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Trees of Love Ceremony at Last Hope On Saturday, December 16th from 4-7 pm Last Hope Animal Rescue will be continuing a holiday tradition begun in 1998. It will be hosting “Trees of Love” at the Last Hope Adoption Center located at 3300 Beltagh Avenue in Wantagh. Refreshments will be served after the tree illumination ceremony. Previous to the lighting of two decorated trees, participants purchase ribbons for $10 each. Gold ribbons honor living pets and red ribbons memorialize late pets. Pets’ names are written on the ribbons. A third tree is decorated in green ribbons only, but these are to remember the countless discarded pets throughout the country euthanized each year at overcrowded shelters. Supporters can also purchase these symbolic ribbons. All “Trees of Love” proceeds benefit Last Hope’s rescued dogs and cats plus our community outreach programs such as Fix-A-Feral. For more information or to request a form to purchase ribbons in advance, visit www. lasthopeanimalrescue.org.

MOVING SERVICE

Call 294.8900

TREE SERVICE

CLEANING RESIDENTIAL/COMMERCIAL

Serving the community for over 40 yrs

BRIAN CLINTON

MOVERS

One Piece to a Household/ Household Rearranging FREE ESTIMATES

333-5894

Owner Supervised

Licensed & Insured Licensed #T-11154 175 Maple Ave. Westbury, NY 11590

CARPENTRY

MOVERS

SWEENEY CUSTOM CARPENTRY and PAINTING

Renovations Custom Closets Sheetrock Repairs Interior/Exterior

New Doors New Windows New Moldings Free Estimates

516-884-4016 Lic# H0454870000

COMICS

MASONRY

HOME IMPROVEMENTS ALL TYPES OF STONEWORK

FREE ESTIMATES LICENSED & INSURED #H2219010000

NEED $$ ?? NEED SPACE?? Visit us at Comic Con at booth #2537 on 10/5-10/8

Have Old Comic Books To Sell?? Old Toys?? Old Pulps?? Collectibles?? Have to Move?? Have TV or Movie Memorabilia??

WE BUY!! $$ PAID IMMEDIATELY!!

BEST COMICS INTERNATIONAL

1300 JERICHO TURNPIKE, NEW HYDE PARK FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED

LAWN SPRINKLERS

• • • • •

Fall Drain Outs Backflow Device Tests Free Estimates Installation Service/Repairs

Joe Barbato (516) 775-1199

ANTIQUES

www.bestcomics.com

Since 1991

516-328-1900

ANTIQUES

HIGHEST $$PRICES PAID Call For FREE Appraisal

914-673-7489

Serving L.I., 5 Boroughs & Westchester

ROOFING

B.C. Roofing Inc. Over 30 Years Experience No Sub Contractors

SLATE ROOF SPECIALIST COPPER FLASHING WORK FREE Estimates

516-983-0860 Licensed & Insured Nassau Lic #H1859520000

ADVERTISE YOUR SERVICE HERE Call 294.8935 For Rates and Information

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SERVICE DIRECTORY PAINTING/POWER WASHING

SWEENEY PAINTING and CARPENTRY

Interior B. Moore Paints Dustless Vac System Renovations

Exterior Power Washing Rotted Wood Fixed Staining

516-884-4016 Lic# H0454870000

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PAINTING & WALLPAPER

ROOFING

“PAULIE THE ROOFER” - Stopping Leaks My Specialty -

est. 1978

Interior and Exterior • Plaster/Spackle Light Carpentry • Decorative Moldings Power Washing www.MpaintingCo.com 516-385-3132 New Hyde Park

516-328-7499 Licensed & Insured

• Slate & Tile Specialists • All Types of Roofing LIC & INSD “MANY LOCAL REFERENCES”

(516) 621-3869

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

ADVERTISE YOUR SERVICE HERE

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TREE SERVICE

AN OPPORTUNITY... Each week Litmor Publication’s Professional Guide and Professional Directory publishes the ads of providers of professional services. A 6 week agreement brings your specialty or service to the attention of the public in a public service format. Let us begin listing you in our Next Issue. For More Information and rates call

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EMPOWERMENT

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In Home Personal Empowerment Flexible Hours Available Any Age or Gender Discourage Bullies

Free consultation, Please Call 631-707-0029 HEALTH CARE MANAGEMENT

FAMILY THERAPIST

SUSAN MURPHY, LCSW 111 Seventh Street, Suite #111 Garden City, New York 11530

SUSAN MURPHY, LCSW Individual and Family Therapist Child • Teen • Adult

(908) 868-5757 SMurphy824@gmail.com

TUTORING

Family Care Connections,® LLC Dr. Ann Marie D’Angelo, PMHCNS-BC Doctor of Nursing Practice

LAW

D’Angelo Law Associates, PC Frank G. D’Angelo, Esq.

Advanced Practice Nurse Care Manager Assistance with Aging at Home / Care Coordination Nursing Home & Assisted Living Placement PRI / Screens / Mini Mental Status Exams 901 Stewart Ave., Suite 230, Garden City, NY 11530

Elder Law Wills & Trusts Medicaid Planning Estate Planning Probate & Estate Administration / Litigation 901 Stewart Avenue, Suite 230 Garden City, NY 11530

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TUTORING

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AN OPPORTUNITY...

Each week Litmor Publication’s Professional Guide and Professional Directory publishes the ads of providers of professional services. A 6 week agreement brings your specialty or service to the attention of the public in a public service format. Let us begin listing you in our Next Issue. For More Information and rates call

516.294.8900

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GCHS Women’s Fencing Team celebrates victory

Womens Fencing team with Coach Holzjpg The Garden City High School Women’s Fencing team beat Hewlett High School with a final score of 21-6, at their Home turf on Tuesday, December 12, 2017. The Women’s team, lead by Coach Holz , was in a building year last year and is still improving with many new fencers joining the team this year. But what the team lacks in experience

they more than make up for in grit and enthusiasm. “Today’s win was sweet. No doubt it has been a challenging two seasons. I am so proud to be part of a team that works hard regardless of the result”, said Senior Tia Petrides, Foil Team Captain, and 2 time Nassau County Foil Champion. To help the team learn the necessary skills, they all

Épée captain Mary Foxen

participated in several training sessions with Coach Daly from H3 Fencing, a former GC Fencing Coach and expert fencer. The training sessions were made possible by a grant from The Men’s Association, which was funded by a donation from the parents of the Women’s Fencing team. With their dedicated coach supporting them, the

Women Fencers work hard and cheer hard and cannot be beat when it comes to team loyalty and school spirit. Come cheer along side the team at their next meet on December 18th at Garden City High School.

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Foil Captain Tia Petrides

Foil Zoe Heath

Foil Rosie Lynch

Sabre captain Brianne Etienne

Sabre Kayla Quinn

Coach Holz and Gianna Buckley

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SCHOOL AND CAMP DIRECTORY 2017

GARDEN CITY UPDATE NEWS AND INFORMATION Mayor@gardencityny.net

From page 10 to the Village for funding the cost of both tank styles under consideration. Trustees are expected to award the bid at the December 19, 2017 Board meeting. Residents can view the presentation material on the Village website.

Library requests patron input

The Garden City Public Library offers a variety of programs for adults, ‘tweens and teens, and children and their parents. If you have any programming ideas or would like to comment on the types of programs or the days and times of programs, the Library encourages you to fill out Comment Cards, which are located at the Circulation Desk. The Library Administration will take all suggestions under consideration, but cannot guarantee programming changes.

Boards and Commissions: Participate in the POA process

Please contact your property owners’ association and submit your name and some relevant personal informa-

tion to volunteer for one of our boards or commissions. The POAs do a great job sourcing applicants for these commissions and the Village relies heavily upon them for this task. If you want to volunteer within the Village, the Board of Trustees is working with the four property owners’ associations to encourage residents to provide input on the following: Planning Commission, Environmental Advisory Board, Architectural Design Review Board and Zoning Board of Appeals, and the Board of Commissioners of Cultural and Recreational Affairs. Please visit www.gardencityny.net to review the nature of each Board of Commission. Please get involved!

Board of Trustees meeting

The Garden City Board of Trustees will convene at a regular meeting on Tuesday, December 19, 2017 beginning at 8:00 p.m. in the Village Hall Board Room. We expect to vote upon the plan for the new water tower, among other things. All residents are encouraged to attend.

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GCHS Boys Basketball beats Manhasset in season opener

The Garden City High School Boys Varsity Boys Basketball team opened their season Tuesday Dec 12th with a 68-45 over rival Manhasset. The team shot a blistering 60% from 2 point range as they pulled away from Manhasset in the 2nd quarter, outscoring their opponents 18-7 in the quarter to take a 32-19 halftime lead. Andrew DeSantis led all scorers with 28 points, 5 rebounds, and 3 assists, while Kevin McNiff contributed 21 points and 2 assists to the effort. Matthew Granville lead the rebounding effort with 8 boards, 5 points, and 3 assists. Rounding out the scoring for the Trojans were James Cashwell with 6 points and 5 rebounds, Chris Jordan (2 pts), Brian Wood (2 pts), Gavin Pappas (2 pts), and Patrick Leggett (2 pts.) The Trojans face a tough Floral Park team Friday Dec 15th at Floral Park at 4:30PM in a non-conference

match up. Additional December games are as follows: Tues Dec 12th Garden City 68 Manhasset 45 Fri Dec 15th at Floral Park vs Floral Park at 4:30PM Mon Dec 18th at Carey vs Carey at 4:30PM (Conference Game) Thurs Dec 21st at Garden City vs New Hyde Park at 6:30PM (Conference Game) Fri Dec 22nd at Garden City vs Valley Stream South at 6:30PM Thurs Dec 28th at Garden City vs Valley Stream North at 1:00PM Fri Dec 29th at Calhoun vs Calhoun at 1:00PM The 2017-2018 Trojans roster is as follows: James Basile, James Cashwell, Luke Connolly, Andrew DeSantis, Billy Duff, Matthew Granville, Chris Jordan, Cyrus Lalehzar, Pat Leggett, Kevin McNiff, Gavin

Garden City players cheer on team

Matthew Granville pushes the ball up the court after a rebound.

Pappas, Thomas Powderly, Joe Scattareggia, Tyler Soutar, Brian Wood. Head Coach Jim Hegmann, Asst Coach Greg Gonzalez, and Student Manager Pat Reilly. Come out and support the Trojan Hoopsters! Please note the TMA will be hosting an alumni game on Thursday, December 28th at 3 p.m. at Garden City High School immediately following the Boys Varsity game. Look for details on the TMA website and in the TMA section of the Garden City News. Thank you to the TMA for hosting a Boys and Girls High School Hoops Tip-Off Fundraiser at Doc Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Gradys on Mon Dec 4th. Special thanks to Bob Basel, Jimmy Connolly and Rich Carpentier for putting this great event together. Please look for additional news on upcoming TMA events in future editions of the GC News.

Andrew DeSantis finishes with his left hand scoring 2 of his 28 points

William Duff takes the opening tip

Garden City players stand for National Anthem

Garden City players are introduced

Gavin Pappas drives to the hoop

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During the Holiday Break, Garden City Recreation and Parks will offer a gym program for children in the St. Paul’s Fieldhouse on December 26, 27, 28, and 29. This program is open to youngsters of the Inc. Village of Garden City only. The schedule for these programs will be as follows: Kindergarten and 1st grade – 9:00 to 10:30 a.m. 2nd and 3rd grades - 10:30 a.m. to Noon 4th, 5th, and 6th grades – Noon to 2 p.m. For grades 7 to 12 – the fieldhouse will be open for supervised open play from 2 to 6 p.m. For college aged - the fieldhouse will be open for supervised open play from 6 to 7:30 p.m. For further information, please call the Recreation Office at 465-4075.

Family Movie in Cluett Hall

The Recreation Department will be showing Disney’s Moana at St. Paul’s Cluett Hall on Wednesday, December 27 at 1 p.m. The movie runs approximately 113 minutes and is rated PG. Admission is free. Snacks will be available for a nominal charge. Our Recreation staff will supervise.

Garden City Recreation’s Gym Program for Grades K and 1

The Garden City Recreation Department is pleased to announce that this winter, the Recreation Staff will conduct a gym program for children in kindergarten and 1st grade. This program will consist of organized games and activities in a supervised setting. This program will run on Wednesdays from 3:30 to 5 pm in St. Paul’s Field House beginning January 10 and ending March 7th. There is a $40 registration fee for this program and a permission slip is necessary. No fees will be taken at the door. For further information contact the Recreation Office at 465-4075. Meeting Dates – January 10, 17, 24, 31, February 7, 14, 28 and March 7 Sneakers must be worn for any activity in the field house and only water is allowed. Please Note-Once the children are in our facility, they will not be allowed to leave unless accompanied by an adult. Please come into the building to pick up your child. Space is limited! To register for this program, please visit the Recreation and Parks Office at 108 Rockaway Ave., or if you have a password you can register online at www.gcreconline.gardencityny.net.

Mad Science for Grades K to 4

Garden City Recreation and Parks is offering an after-school program geared to children who are interested in sci-

ence! Mad Science of Long Island is a company who provides a wonderful and fun learning experience while exploring different aspects of science. Each week of this 6 week session will cover a different topic such as “Lab Works”, “Slime Time”, and “Glow Show”. Residents of the Village of Garden City entering grades K - 4 are invited to attend. Classes will be held on Mondays from 4 to 5 pm beginning January 22. Each class is one hour long and will be held in the St. Paul’s Center at 108 Rockaway Ave. The cost for this program will be $130, checks only, made payable to “Mad Science of Long Island”. Space is limited! To register for this program, please visit the Recreation and Parks Office at 108 Rockaway Ave.

Recreation and Parks Presents “Imagine Arts Academy”

We have added a brand new program for Garden City resident children in grades 2 to 5! Imagine Arts Academy will experiment with Crayola products and many art techniques while using each child’s imagination in exploring the topic of the day. This program will be held in St. Paul’s Center at 108 Rockaway Avenue on Fridays beginning January 12. Each class will be one hour long and the program will run for 6 weeks at a cost of $130, checks only made payable to ZoDa, LLC. Space is limited! To register for this program, please visit the Recreation and Parks Office at 108 Rockaway Ave.

Garden City Recreation and Parks’ Gym Program for Grades 2 to 6

The Garden City Recreation Department is pleased to announce that this winter the Recreation Staff will conduct a gym program for children in grades 2 - 6. The registration fee for this program is $40. The program will consist of organized games and activities in a supervised setting. It will run from 3:30 to 5:45 pm in St. Paul’s Field House according to the following schedule: Grades 4-6 Mondays from 3:30 – 5:45 pm beginning January 8 Grades 2-3 Fridays from 3:30 – 5:45 pm beginning January 12 Please Note-Once the children are in our facility, they will not be allowed to leave unless accompanied by an adult. Please come into the building to pick up your child and please be prompt . Space is limited! To register for this program, please visit the Recreation and Parks Office at 108 Rockaway Ave., or if you have a password you can register online at www.gcreconline.gardencityny.net. Sneakers must be worn for any activity in the field house and only water is allowed in the facility. This program will end the week of March 5th.

Adult Tennis Lesson Interest Form Now Available

Registration for the winter session of our Adult Tennis Lessons has now started. Classes are played at the Community Park Tennis Center. Our ten week, one hour class will cost $260. Classes will begin the week of January 22. Our Recreation Department offers lessons for adults in all ability levels. In order to create sessions geared to the needs of our residents, we are asking any adult who is a resident in the Inc. Village of Garden City and is interested in our tennis lessons to fill out the form below. Please follow the directions listed. -Choose the days and times you are available to play -Self rate your tennis ability -Either drop off or mail your application with a check for $260 made payable to the Inc. Village of Garden City to the Recreation Office at 108 Rockaway Ave. by January 5. Classes will then be made by grouping people of similar abilities according to the dates they are available. Your check will not be cashed until you are entered in a class.

Adult Ultimate Tennis Workout for Experienced Players

Recreation and Parks offers a nine week tennis workout program that drills experienced tennis players. This 1 ½ hour class is available on Saturday mornings at 10 am at a cost of $260. Class will begin on January 20. To register for this program, please visit the Recreation Office at 108 Rockaway Avenue.

Saturday Over 30 Basketball Begins

Recreation and Parks will hold open basketball time in the Middle School gym on Saturdays from 8:30 am to 11:30 am beginning Saturday, December 2. This program is open to residents ages 30 and older. Games are strictly pick up. The program will run until February 17.

Letters to Santa

It’s time to send letters to Santa and the Recreation Department will speed up the process! A special “Santa’s Mailbox” will be set up in the waiting area of the Recreation Department’s Administrative Offices at 108 Rockaway Avenue beginning December 4th. Children can drop their letters in the mailbox and Santa will send them a personalized reply. Santa’s mailbox will be available through December 20th.

Christmas Candy Contest

In addition to sending their letters to Santa, kids can take a chance at guessing the number of candy pieces in the jar next to Santa’s mailbox and the child whose guess is closest to the actual number will win the jar, candy and all!

As with Santa’s mailbox, the candy contest will be available from December 4th to December 20th.

A Visit from Santa

Santa will visit the Recreation Office at 108 Rockaway Avenue for visits and photos on December 12th and 14th from 3 pm-4:15 p.m. Bring your cameras to take photos! There is no fee for a photo but a donation of a small gift for Toys for Tots would be appreciated.

Youth Tennis for Winter 2018 Registration Begins

We are pleased to announce the start of registration for our winter Tennis Program for children at the Community Park Tennis Center. Our class levels are listed below and a schedule of classes is available on our website at www.gardencityrecreation.org or at the Recreation and Parks office at 108 Rockaway Avenue. You may visit our office to register or register online if you have a password at www.gcreconline. gardencityny.net. Classes will begin on Monday, January 8. All classes will run for 10 weeks. Tots Ages 4-5 (not in kindergarten) and PeeWee - Ages 5(in kindergarten) to 7 Introduction to Tennis, emphasizing basic movement and striking skills in a fun game playing environment. Novice - Ages 6 to 7 Continued development of basic movement and striking skills on a full size court. Serving and scorekeeping will be introduced. Past Tennis experience required. Junior - Ages 8 to 11 Extension of Novice Level program. Continued emphasis on striking concepts, movement, and skills related to tennis play. Junior Advanced - Ages 8 to 11 For the more serious, more advanced students. These lessons are offered in 1 1/2 hr time slots. Experience required. Senior - Ages 12 and older Extension of Junior Program, continued emphasis on fundamentals and skills related to tennis play. Senior Advanced - Ages 12 and older - For the more serious, more advanced student. These lessons are offered in 1 1/2 hour time slots. Experience required.

Lego Motor Mania At St. Paul’s Cluett Hall!

“Bricks4Kidz” Legos classes build on the popular “LEGO” bricks to deliver high-quality educational play. Each hour-long class is an engaging experience for your child with a new project each week. Our unique models aren’t the kits you find on the shelves of a toy store. They’re designed by Bricks4Kidz to teach concepts across a variety of subject areas. We kick things off with Continued on page 56

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Continued from page 55 a discussion about key concepts related to the model, then get right into the building. Working with a partner, or on their own, your child will experience the hands-on fun of seeing a model come together piece-by-piece, from concept to completion – and it’s motorized! In this session children will make motorized models of tools of the trade from a hand-held power saw and jackhammer to some tough, all-terrain vehicles such as a bulldozer and a dump truck. When: Wednesdays January: 10, 17, 24, 31, February: 7, and 14 Who: Grades 1-4 Time: 4:00-5:00pm Location: St.Paul’s Cluett Hall $135 per child; 1 hour session per week for 6 weeks Registration is limited to 12 children To register please visit the Recreation and Parks Department at 108 Rockaway Ave. Please make checks payable to Bricks 4 Kidz.

Youth Yoga Classes Offered

Connie McKnight, our certified yoga instructor, has designed youth yoga classes for ages 6 - 18. Each class in our ten week session is 55 minutes long. All classes will begin on January 11 and will be held in St. Paul’s Center. Any resident of the Inc. Village of Garden City in this age group is invited to join these relaxing classes. The cost of this 10 week session will be $ 105. The course schedule is as follows: Ages 6 – 8 Thursdays at 4:15 pm Ages 9 – 12 Thursdays at 5:15 pm Ages 13 – 18 Thursdays at 6:15 pm To register for any of these classes, please visit the Recreation and Parks Department at 108 Rockaway Ave., or if you have a password you can register online at www.gcreconline.gardencityny.net.

Adult Yoga Winter Session Registration Begins

Connie McKnight, our certified yoga

The Men’s Association News Next Meeting

Attention all Directors! The next meeting will be held on Monday, January 8th at 7:30 p.m. Location will be Doc O’Grady’s. This will be followed by the BCS Championship Football game gathering. See below for more on this. Watch for the e-mail to be sent by the President for exact details of the meeting. Please make every effort to attend. Your voice needs to be heard!

BCS Championship Football Game

All Directors and their guests are invited to Doc O’Grady’s on Monday, January 8th to view the final college football game of this season. Cover charge TBA. Open bar and pass around appetizers. Box pool. More to follow on this event. Great night to bring prospective TMA members!

GCHS Home Athletic Schedule

Monday, Dec. 18---Girls and Boys Bowling, 4:15 p.m.; Girls and Boys Fencing, 5:00 p.m.; Girls JV Basketball, 5:00 p.m.; Girls Varsity Basketball, 7:00

p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 20----JV and Varsity Wrestling, 5:00 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 21---Co-Ed Rifle, 4:15 p.m. (at N.C. Rifle Range); Boys JV Basketball, 4:30 p.m.; Boys Varsity Basketball, 6:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 22----Boys Varsity Basketball, 5:30 p.m.

TMA Website

Now can be accessed thru www. gctma.org. Note: this is the new web site we have been working towards which is much more friendlier “domain” name. Check it out! Signup to be a Director, ability to pay dues, make a donation to one of our many causes, etc. Take a look. We welcome all feedback!

Facebook Page

Yes, we have reached the modern times! Another venue to find out about the TMA and all we do.

Who We Are

For over 80 years, The Men’s

instructor, has designed adult yoga classes with all ages in mind. Our yoga class will be offered on Wednesday mornings at 9 am at the Senior Center on Golf Club Lane. This 10 week program will begin on Wednesday, December 6th. The cost of this class will be $90. To register, please visit the Recreation and Parks Office at 108 Rockaway Avenue. Classes will meet – December 6, 20, January 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, February 7, 14, 21.

Adult Evening Programs: Fee information

Beginning Wednesday, October 11th a new fee schedule will be place for any adult interested in participating in Adult Evening Activities in St. Paul’s. All programs are open to any resident who is a high school graduate or older and their non-resident guests (no more than two per resident). The fee schedule is as follows: Season Pass – good for any sport Association or simply the TMA has supported the athletic and social activities of students in the Garden City schools and promoted good sportsmanship as well as ideal citizenship. The TMA is composed of more than 100 active Directors, 50 Life Directors and 500 Family members. With the generous support of our fellow residents, the Men’s Association has been involved in a great number of projects covering a wide range of interests. While we are still primarily committed to the athletic programs at the Middle School and High School, in recent years the TMA has expanded their support and sponsorship to other programs benefiting a wider range of students in the Garden City Schools. Some of these programs are SEPTA, the Jamie and Paige Malone Foundation, Best Buddies, the GC High School Marching Band, BAA/GAA Awards Night, Middle School Bagel Bash, Reeves Scholarship, Bethany LeSueur Jersey Retirement Ceremony, GCHS Stem Program, CPR training for all coaches, HUDL, Robotics, 9th grade BBQ, Kickline, GCTA Hurricane Relief Fundraiser and the Father-Daughter and Mother-Son dances. All of this

on any day, expires on May 25, 2018. Resident - $225 10 Play Pass – good for any sport for 10 visits. Resident - $50; Non-resident - $70 5 Play Pass – good for any sport for 5 visits. Resident - $25; Non-resident - $35 “Pay as you go” prices will be $6 for residents and $8 for non-resident guests. A participant may also “pay as you go” but payment will only be accepted by check or credit card only, NO CASH ACCEPTED. As always, a guest will not be allowed to participate in any activity without a resident participant. To purchase one of the passes, please visit the Recreation Office at 108 Rockaway Ave beginning Monday, October 2. You will also be able to purchase a pass from our St. Paul’s evening staff beginning Wednesday, October 11th. All payments must be made by either a check made payable to the “Inc. Village of Garden City” or credit card only, no cash will be accepted. would not be possible without your continued assistance on aiding all we do. Thanks to all who contribute!

How You Can Join

The TMA is always looking for potential new members. If you’re a father who has a child or children in the GC School District and are willing to be involved please contact one of the Officers or Directors for an application. Thanks for all your support !!! Special thanks to all those who have joined as family members! Go Trojans!

Important

Any Directors who want to pay their annual dues please mail your $100 check to the Treasurer.

TMA Officers:

Jim Connolly---President Bob Leggett---Treasurer John Blair Pete Haeffner Rob McLoughlin Rob Capello Pat McElroy Luke Lynch Bob Basel

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20th annual and final Jay Gallagher Memorial Tournament

The Jay Gallagher Memorial Foundation hosted The Twentieth Annual and final Jay Gallagher Memorial Tournament on June 17th, 2017. One hundred teams participated from the northeast region, with two thousand participants playing in the non-competitive jamboree event. Once again, Jay held out his big umbrella and allowed all to enjoy a beautiful safe day of lacrosse. The tournament raises funds and public awareness for the Andy Foundation, Mollie Biggane Melanoma Foundation, and Cancer Center for Kids at Winthrop University Hospital. The foundation has raised over $1,300,000 for local charities. This year’s tournament once again welcomed the GC Challenger Lacrosse Team. The program in its seventh year, founded by Brian Collins and Challenger president Al Vanasco continues to be an overwhelming success. The Challenger program is geared to providing athletic opportunities to children with mental and physical handicaps (ages 6-21). The program also includes baseball, soccer, basketball and golf. Thirty participants practice every Sunday afternoon with the help from over a dozen local junior and senior high school students. The Jay Gallagher Memorial Foundation enjoyed the relationship with the Challenger program and wants to personally thank Brian and Al for all their efforts to make this happen. The tournament memorializes Jay

Gallagher, Andrew Palmeri, Mollie Biggane, Ryan Kohart and Dave Leistman. Ryan and Dave were lost in the September 11th tragedy. Ryan was a graduate of Garden City High School and a four-year letterman at North Carolina University. Ryan was the recipient of The Jay Gallagher Award, which recognizes “The Outstanding Freshman in the Carolina Lacrosse Program.” Dave was a graduate of Sewanaka High School and a four-year Letterman at Adelphi University. A long time village resident, Dave was active in the Garden City Youth Lacrosse program coaching both boy’s and girl’s teams. It was with great sadness that the lacrosse world and local community heard of this tragic loss of such fine individuals. Jay Gallagher graduated from Garden City High School in 1970 where he co-captained the varsity lacrosse team. Jay was a four year defenseman at Cornell and tri-captained the big red his senior year, helping them to the NCAA semi-finals. After graduation, he acted as an assistant coach for North Carolina, Syracuse, Rutgers and Cornell from 1981-1985. His legacy is still present with the John W. “Jay” Gallagher Memorial Scholarship Fund, which goes to a needy Cornell underclassman. Jay had a memorable association with Garden City, Cornell and the lacrosse world, and it was with much sadness that members of these groups heard of his death on January 9, 1992, at

The Challenger Lacrosse game is the highlight of the tournamemt. Thank you Brian Collins and all the Challenger parents for your continued support.

Bill, Jack, and Beth Spencer donating their weekend for the 20th year.

Trevor Stanco, Will Randi, and Anthony Pastore were players in the first four tournaments and volunteered in the last sixteen.

Angel D’Antonio and Penny Denby serve up Ralph and Debbie Pastore’s famous meatball heros.

high school students donated their entire weekend to support The Andy Foundation’s mission statement “BY KIDS FOR KIDS.” These young adults made this event possible and their devotion to the community and charitable service is greatly appreciated. For the sixth year, the Andy Foundation and Jay Gallagher Memorial Foundation have teamed up to support the Cancer Center for Kids at Winthrop University Hospital. The Cancer Center for Kid’s goal is to provide the best possible chance for recovery through superior medical care in a nurturing outpatient setting. The Mollie’s Fund and The Cancer Center for Kids thank the Andy

Jack and John Biggane and the entire Biggane family dispensed hats and sunscreen on behalf of Mollie’s Fund. The Mollie Foundation provided free cancer screening for the duration of the tournament. Thank you.

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Foundation for their support of the Jay Gallagher Memorial Foundation. This year the Jay Gallagher Foundation teamed up with RE-LAXIN. RE-LAXIN, started by Cambell Munn hopes to grow the game of lacrosse by repurposing clean, gently worn lacrosse shorts and pinnies to developing lacrosse communities. You can contact Campbell at cambellmunn@yahoo.com. In line with the CCFK’s mission statement the tournament welcomed a Bone Marrow Drive. Under the direction of Chloe Rogers the Jay Gallagher Foundation hosted the National

Marrow Donor Program. Chloe and the Gallagher Foundation thank everyone who participated in the program. A special thank you to all the Garden City students, alumni and parents who donated their Father’s Day weekend to help run this event. The Gallagher Foundation is closing its doors after 20 years of hosting the annual lacrosse tournament. On behalf of the Foundation we want to thank everyone for their continued support that reached so many during the years. Your generosity will never be forgotten.

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age 39 from melanoma. Proceeds from the Foundation fund two local charities, The Mollie’s Fund and Cancer Center For Kids at Winthrop University Hospital. The Mollie Biggane Melanoma Foundation provides information and services on skin cancer detection, and supports melanoma patients through education of the latest treatments. The Foundation was created in Mollie’s memory after her tragic death at the age of twenty from melanoma. Thank you for all the sunscreen and hats handed out at the tournament. Charities are chosen to receive funds in Andrew Palmeri’s remembrance. Eighty elementary, middle school and

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Will icing up be the pre-game warmup? How about getting geared up for the Garden City High School Men’s and Women’s alumni hoops game! The TMA will present this game, which will be played at Garden City High School on Thursday Dec 28th at 3 PM immediately following the Garden City HS Boys Varsity Basketball Game vs Valley Stream North which will start at 1PM on Thursday Dec 28th. Cost is $40 which includes game shirt, post-

game food and drink specials at Doc O’Grady’s and more. Most of the proceeds will be donated to the Garden City Boys and Girls Varsity Teams thru TMA. Please go to GCTMA.ORG for more details and to register for the game. Although we will welcome “walkups,” it’s important for all those planning on being a part of day to register in order to assure your names being included in the game day program.

GCHS honors Prudential Spirit of Community Award Winners

Team Cavs Celtics Heat Knicks Nets Nuggets Spurs Suns

Won 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2

Lost 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Girls 4th thru 6th Grade Results

Date 12/9/2017 12/9/2017 12/9/2017 12/9/2017

Score Nuggets 30 Cavs 16 Nets 22 Celtics 9 Suns 29 Heat 22 Spurs 18 Knicks 10

Girls 4th thru 6th Grade Standings

Team Nets Spurs Nuggets Suns Cavs Knicks Heat Celtics

Won 2 2 2 1 1 0 0 0

Lost 0 0 0 1 1 2 2 2

Boys 2nd Grade Standings

Team Cavs Celtics Heat Knicks Nets Nuggets Spurs Suns

Won 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2

Lost 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Boys 3rd Grade Results

Pictured above with guidance counselors Karen Whiston and Jim Malone (back, left), Natasha Khan and Tim Casale (back, right) and Director of Guidance Gina Christel (front, right) are this year’s winners: Front row, left to right: Julia Fornasar, Lana Hess, Sarah Lane, and John Protano; Back row, left to right: Grace Kelly, Marybeth Kane, Emma Van Dyke, George Germano, and Aidan Padala (advanced to the New York State level). Absent from photo: Matthew Spirakis. Ten Garden City High School students have been named as recipients of the 2017 Prudential Spirit of Community Awards, the nation’s largest youth recognition program based exclusively on volunteer community service. Since 1995, the program has honored more

than 120,000 youth volunteers at the local, state, and national level. In order to be considered for recognition, the students were required to submit a 900word essay describing the community service work he/she accomplished.

Date 12/9/2017 12/9/2017 12/9/2017

Score Cavs 30 Nuggets 20 Suns 14 Knicks 11 Celtics 19 Spurs 18

Boys 3rd Grade Standings

Team Celtics Cavs Suns Knicks Spurs Nuggets

Won 2 2 1 1 0 0

Lost 0 0 1 1 2 2

Date 12/9/2017 12/9/2017 12/9/2017 12/9/2017

Score Cavs 34 Nuggets 29 Nets 18 Celtics 17 Heat 25 Suns 16 Knicks 29 Spurs 19

Boys 4th Grade Standings

Team Heat Knicks Cavs Nets Nuggets Celtics Suns Spurs

Won 2 2 2 1 1 0 0 0

Boys 5th Grade Results

Date 12/9/2017 12/9/2017 12/9/2017 12/9/2017

Score Nuggets 46 Cavs 34 Nets 41 Celtics 30 Heat 26 Suns 16 Spurs 29 Knicks 19

Boys 5th Grade Standings

Team Heat Spurs Cavs Nuggets Knicks Celtics Nets Suns

Won 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 0

Lost 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 2

Boys 6th Grade Results

Date 12/9/2017 12/9/2017 12/9/2017 12/9/2017

Score Cavs 44 Nuggets 33 Celtics 50 Nets 42 Suns 29 Heat 21 Knicks 37 Spurs 34

Boys 6th Grade Standings

Team Cavs Celtics Suns Spurs Knicks Nets Heat Nuggets

Won 2 2 1 1 1 1 0 0

Lost 0 0 1 1 1 1 2 2

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Calling all GCHS basketball alumni: GCAA Basketball Results Week 2 Girls 2nd and 3rd Grade Standings Boys 4th Grade Results Come play on Dec. 28th

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UNDER CONTRACT

Garden City, NY 3-bedroom, 1-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2983977. $649,000.

Garden City, NY 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2978208. $719,000.

Garden City, NY 3-bedroom, 2-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2968523. $699,000.

UNDER CONTRACT

Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 2-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2979335. $819,000.

UNDER CONTRACT

Garden City 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2942978. $849,000.

Garden City, NY 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2977615. $825,000.

UNDER CONTRACT

Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 2-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2982477. $865,000.

Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 3-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2958751. $949,000.

Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2955689. $955,000.

UNDER CONTRACT

Garden City, NY 5-bedroom, 3-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2968119. $1,128,800.

UNDER CONTRACT

Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 2-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2971746. $1,048,000.

UNDER CONTRACT

Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 2-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2977371. $1,299,000.

Garden City, NY 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2981112. $1,275,000.

UNDER CONTRACT

Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 3-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2975322. $1,348,000.

Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 2.55-bath. SD #18. MLS# P1302413. $1,428,000.

UNDER CONTRACT

Garden City, NY 6-bedroom, 3.55-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2921219. $1,499,000.

Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2938713. $1,599,000.

Garden City, NY 8-bedroom. 3.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2938302. $1,799,000.

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Garden City, NY 5-bedroom, 3.555-bath SD #18. MLS# 2975374. $1,999,000.

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Garden City, NY 6-bedroom, 4.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2929647. $1,925,000.

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Out of Town Listings Baldwin, NY 2-bedroom, 1-bath. SD #11. MLS# 2982219. $389,000.

Floral Park, NY 4-bedroom, 2-bath. SD #22. MLS# 2989469. $589,000.

Cathedral Gardens, NY 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath. SD #27. MLS# 2982365. $599,000.

New Hyde Park, NY 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath SD #5. MLS# 2969142. $848,000.

100 Hilton Ave, Unit M27 Garden City, NY 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2968890. $5,000/month.

111 Cherry Valley Avenue, Unit M25 Garden City, NY 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath SD #18. MLS# 2986138. $928,000.

Wyndham Listings Roslyn Heights, NY 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath. SD #2. MLS# 2967444. $999,000.

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100 Hilton Ave, Unit M22 Garden City, NY 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2988799. $999,000.

100 Hilton Ave, Unit M26E Garden City, NY 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# P1300544. $1,150,000.

Condos / Co-Ops Hempstead, NY 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath. SD #1. MLS# 2979071. $425,000.

Garden City, NY 1-bedroom, 1-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2957263. $419,995.

Garden City, NY 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath SD #18. MLS# 2987095. $608,000.

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