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The volunteer judges of the 2024 Window Display Contest in the Village’s business districts gathered ‘round the Christmas tree inside Tap Room gastropub on December 19th. From left to right, Village Trustee Judy Courtney, EAB member Evelyn Fasano, Marie Ilardi, Trustee Jessica Tai, Steve Ilardi, WPOA President Roseann Vernice and from the Welcoming Club of Garden City, Danette Ceriano Brunelli. Photo by Rikki Massand

At a special meeting on Wednesday, December 16, the Village Board of Trustees unanimously approved a $125,000 transfer and engaged the village’s environmental counsel, Sive Paget & Riesel P.C., to review and prepare comments and objections on the proposed Sands Casino development at the Nassau Hub site. The firm will specifically address the project’s Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) on behalf of the village government and its residents. At the meeting, which had an unusual 5 p.m. starting time, Trustee Ed Finneran made the motion to approve the lone agenda item. Once it was approved he mentioned the solidarity of the Board on the casino matter. The approval was unanimous though three trustees were unable to attend due to their work and other obligations. Finneran said the three all conveyed that they would have preferred to be at the meeting to cast their votes. Mayor Mary Carter Flanagan said, “I think we’ve been clear publicly that the Board is unanimously, unequivocally opposed to the Sands casino project at the Nassau Hub site.” Nearly a year ago, on January 18, 2024, the Town of Hempstead Board, designated as the lead agency for the New York Statemandated SEQRA (State Environmental Quality Review Act) See page 10

Village of GC 2024 in Review: Problems with Projects BY RIKKI MASSAND The Village of Garden City Board of Trustees concluded its calendar year, with their first meeting of 2025 set for Thursday night, January 16th. A quick look back at the last 12 months indicates that most of the village-level conversations centered on projects of various scales, along with related financial and quality-of-life issues. Many of these topics are likely to remain at the forefront

in the new year. The Village of Garden City welcomed several new restaurants in 2024. In the Franklin Avenue/Seventh Street corridor, the community saw the openings of Il Gufo at the former Walk Street location, Tony’s Tacos on Seventh Street in the former bank, and East Rock Coffee at 653 Franklin Avenue.

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Board addressed the upkeep, appearance, and cleanliness of the town’s commercial areas. In June, the trustees approved a contract with MetroExpress Services Inc. of Brooklyn for power washing in business districts, removing stains, debris, and other visual issues in shopping and dining hubs. Another enhancement program saw the village’s Recreation and Parks employees take over maintenance of lawns, landscapes, and greenspaces in

the Central section. This includes the Seventh Street/Franklin Avenue business district corridor, greenspaces near Village Hall on Stewart Avenue, plantings around the Garden City Public Library and LIRR station. The 2024 landscaping bid process resulted in Smithtown-based contractor BrightView Landscapes succeeding Con-Kel Landscaping. BrightView’s crews have been praised for their attenSee page 10

Chamber Holiday Window Display Contest PAGE 3 PTA announces Reflections district winners PAGE 20

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Healing the rift in 2025

Much has been written about the state of our nation’s government—no doubt virtually all our readers have opinions about the recent national elections and the deep divide between red and blue. Even though Long Island is pretty purple, on a personal level, there is still a huge rift where each side struggles to understand the other’s perspective. It seems insurmountable, but what if the problem stems not from bad people on either side but from a lack of good communication? During a recent community service event, we had a conversation with another participant about the meaning of “equity.” We believe it means help-

ing underprivileged people catch up to reach their potential. The person we spoke with saw it essentially as reverse discrimination. Yet, even as we discussed that one politicized word, we were both raising funds to help the needy in Long Island communities. Though we disagreed, we both value charitable giving and community service. We should move beyond rhetoric on both sides and find common ground—it might surprise us how much there is. Want to help heal the rift? Start 2025 by inviting someone from the “other side” for coffee and discover how much you truly have in common.

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To the Editor: As we approach the end of the year, it seems appropriate to extend my continued appreciation for the work of our public servants at the Village and its schools. The GCNews does a fine job reporting weekly on the activities of the Village administrators, their office staff, our police officers, fire fighters, recreation personnel, the building department, sanitation workers, school teachers and

other personnel, etc, etc, who serve us well as residents. Despite occasional acrimony between some of the Trustees and their critics, they too deserve our thanks for trying to make our Village a better place. We all have opinions, often strongly held. But we are a better Village when we treat each other with respect and courtesy, and to give thanks when due. Wishing everyone a happy holiday season. Michael Ciaffa

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PHOTOS AND STORY BY RIKKI MASSAND It didn’t take long for the new Italian restaurant il Gufo at 176 Seventh Street to become a welcoming anchor in Garden City’s downtown. This holiday season il Gufo was the winner for the best holiday window display and exterior decorations, tops among the several dozen local businesses that participated. Second place went to a beautiful new full-service salon located in the New Hyde Park Road, “western” business district of Garden City – R & M Hair Beautique. Third place for the best was village staple Leo’s, at the corner of Franklin Avenue and Seventh Street.

Il Gufo won first prize in the Holiday Decorating Contest.

The prizes for each of the Window Display Contest winners were gift cards to sponsors Tony’s Tacos at 118 Seventh Street. Judging for Garden City’s 2024 Window Display Contest – a newer annual tradition in the local business districts initiated by the Garden City Chamber of Commerce – took place on Thursday night, December 19, with judges strolling the downtown. Joining Trustees Jessica Tai and Judy Courtney in the walks around Seventh Street and Franklin Avenue, were Danette Ceriano Brunelli, the Philanthropy chair of the Garden City Welcoming Club; Western Property Owners’ Association President RoseAnn Vernice, Environmental Advisory Board member and Friends of Garden City Library Director Evelyn Fasano, and former East POA President Steve Ilardi and his wife Marie. One of the Seventh Street businesses that participated was Relash Salon at 169 Seventh. Their decor was on both the front and back window displays, with the back visible from village parking field 7N. Inside, Trustee Jessica Tai met owners Francis Fu and Jenny Jin. They opened the business in 2020, and Fu said the decorations on the back window, which included a Christmas tree, stars, ribbons, bows and wreaths, is a new addition this year. “It takes some time

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Environmental Advisory Board member and a Friends of Garden City Public Library board member Evelyn Fasano, WPOA President Roseann Vernice, Village Trustee Judy Courtney, Marie Ilardi, Trustee Jessica Tai and Danette Ceriano Brunelli, Philanthropy chair of the Welcoming Club of Garden City. to think about the winter time decorations and bring in all the elements,” he said. Other well-decorated stops on the way included Tony’s Tacos, Daniel Gale Sotheby’s at 102 Seventh Street, B.K. Sweeney’s Uptown Grille, and several offices. Criteria on the score sheets included Seasonality, Appeal, Creativity and

whether or not the decor was done professionally or by the staff. After reviewing all the windows and decorations at participating establishments, the group of judges met Garden City Chamber of Commerce Director John Wilton at the Tap Room gastropub, 919 Franklin Avenue. They brought their score sheets, and Wilton tallied the votes. See page 16

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Local musicians Melted Ed and Cousin Dan will close out the year with a show at Swing the Teapot in Floral Park on Friday, December 27. The Something From Nothing Tour closes out the year at Swing The Teapot, 6 Verbena Ave., Floral Park. Melt away the chill of winter as Melted Ed and Cousin Dan warm the cockles of your heart with rocking Christmas songs, Americana, folk punk and some Melted Ed originals from

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BY JOHN W. CRONIN, PRESIDENT EMERITUS AND FIRST VP OF THE GARDEN CITY BIRD SANCTUARY’S BOARD OF DIRECTORS On January 11th, the Garden City Bird Sanctuary, Inc. (GCBS) will celebrate its 17th annual Winterfest. Many of you are probably wondering what Winterfest is, and why you should go out in the cold to attend. Simply put, it is a holiday we on the GCBS Board of Directors began in 2009 to honor all our volunteers and donors. It is full of meaningful ceremonies and traditions which reflect the three virtues that any community needs to survive; volunteerism, environmental stewardship, and hope. The GCBS is a community in a real sense as it offers you a place of belonging and calls for us to acknowledge our interdependence on each other and on nature. To belong has two meanings; to be part of something greater than oneself (I belong to that family, that house of worship, etc.) and ownership (that object belongs to me). The Board and the volunteers/donors belong to the GCBS in both senses of that word. It calls on the greater communities of Garden City, Nassau County, New York State, and the United States to emulate our lead. We, on the Board, govern collaboratively, and all our members and volunteers are asked to be investors, owners, and creators of all we are and hope to become. There are no strangers who come to help at the GCBS, only friends we haven’t met. This year the GCBS is trying to raise awareness of the environmental nine-acre jewel and what we do, so all may come down and enjoy what we have to offer. Some may be inspired to join the Volunteer Corps and help us achieve even greater things. Winterfest will be better than ever as the GCBS is celebrating its 30-year anniversary on June 1st (Winterfest 2.0)! We celebrate volunteerism, which is giving with no expectation of return. It’s been said that when you volunteer, it’s not about what you give or what you get, it’s about who you become as a result of it. We celebrate environmental stewardship because this Earth is the only home we have, so let’s treat it as such. Finally, we celebrate hope, the reasonable expectation of a better tomorrow because of the work people of good will do today. With all the bad

things going on in the world, aren’t these ideals worth coming out to celebrate? Won’t you join us? The gates will open at 3:45 pm. At 4pm sharp, we will have the “Cleansing Space,” a ceremony wherein we get rid of those negative emotions that have been holding us back and symbolically put them onto sticks and let the campfire “burn them away.” Then Board President Brook Brown will lead us on the “Good Journey.” All participants are given an electric green candle as we walk around the Sanctuary stopping at several points to get in touch with nature and celebrate one of our ideals (Volunteerism, environmental stewardship, and hope). The message is clear. “Live the journey of life! We never say goodbye but ‘Good Journey” for every destination is but a doorway that leads to another.” At Winterfest, we also remember the past year’s accomplishments and dream of the ones to come in 2025. Symbolism is an integral part of any tradition because it links tangible objects and ritual to the intangible ideals, emotions and ideas we wish to hold on to and pass along. We can’t see love, but we all realize it through the giving of the red roses and heart shaped box of chocolates on St. Valentine’s Day! Likewise, you see the ideals in our ceremonies. We conclude with The Great Telling. During the Great Telling, you will learn why: we start at dusk, we have our holiday in January, we use green candles, we express the three characteristics of Winterfest in the Latin language and much, much more! Finally, you will hear the ultimate message of hope that we pass on at Winterfest which is… ALL WINTERS MUST COME TO AN END. Not just seasonal winters, but the “winters” of social problems, economic problems, relationship problems, etc. The great religions of the world tell us even the winter of death itself will give way to a spring of new life. So, come on down January 11, 2025 (snow date 1/18) to the GCBS and discover Winterfest: a modern holiday celebrating timeless ideals which make communities work! Won’t you become part of our community? The GCBS is opposite 182 Tanners Pond Road. The gates open at 3:45 pm. The event is free and open to the general public. It ends at approximately 5 pm. Hope to see you there.

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IN MEMORIAM Elinore F. Eschmann June 2, 1936 – December 18, 2024 (Age 88)

Elinore F. Eschmann (née Phelan) passed away peacefully on December 18, 2024, at the age of 88. A cherished resident of Garden City for more than 50 years, Elinore shared a loving home with her husband, Tom, until his passing in 2018. She was the beloved daughter of the late Timothy and Frances Phelan. Elinore leaves behind a devoted family, including her sisters, Jeanne (Steven) Saporito and Mary Jane Heath; her children, Thomas (Jo-Ann), Susan, Karen (Clay) Hunt, and Barbara (John) Murphy; 11 grandchildren, Karen Schwind, Jarrett and Allison Eschmann, Clay, Caroline, Harrison, and Katrina Hunt, Jake, Matthew, Marilyn, and Ryan Murphy; her great-granddaughter, Chloe Schwind; and many nieces and nephews. A funeral mass to honor and celebrate Elinore’s life washeld on Monday, December 23, at St. Joseph's R.C. Church in Garden City. Interment followed at Holy Rood Cemetery in Westbury. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made

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Elinore F. Eschmann to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research in Elinore’s memory. Tribute gifts may be made online at https://tribute.michaeljfox. org/tribute-page.php?id=3053

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It is with deep sorrow that the family of Tiffany Bianca Hotzler announces her passing. Tiffany, age 43, of Garden City, peacefully passed away in her sleep on December 18, 2024. Born on May 19, 1981, Tiffany was a vibrant, spirited soul who lit up every room she entered. Always the life of the party, she had an extraordinary ability to make everyone around her feel welcome and full of joy. Her laughter was infectious, her presence unforgettable. Tiffany was a woman of many passions. She had a deep love for adventure, from snowboarding down mountain slopes to basking in the sun on beach vacations in St. John, USVI, a place she adored. Her adventurous spirit led her to explore the world with enthusiasm, seeking new experiences and embracing life to the fullest. Tiffany earned a Bachelors degree in Geography, driven by her intellectual curiosity and passion for the natural world, which drove her professional interests. She brought her creative spirit and sharp mind to her work, leaving a lasting impression on all who worked with her. Tiffany’s four children—Joseph, Sabina, Logan, and Samuel—were her greatest joy. Her love for them was immeasurable, and they were at the heart of everything she did. Tiffany leaves behind a lasting legacy in them, one filled with love and cherished memories. She is survived by her parents, Russell and Sabine Hotzler, of Garden City, whose unwavering love and support helped shape the incredible woman she became. She is also deeply mourned by her sisters and brothers-in-law, Kirstin and Brian

Tiffany Hotzler Connors of New Hyde Park, Alexis and Peter Kalamaras of Garden City Park, and Brittany and Henry Gustavson of Garden City, who will forever treasure the memories of their time together and the joy she brought into their lives. Tiffany’s vibrant spirit, infectious energy, and deep love for her family and friends will be missed more than words can express. Her memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew her, and her legacy of joy, love, and laughter will continue to inspire those who were fortunate to have had her in their lives. A memorial service to celebrate Tiffany’s life will be held at the Lutheran Church of the Resurrection on Monday, December 23, 2024, at 10 AM. Donations may be made to The Lupus Foundation of America in her memory.

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2024 in Review BY BOB MORGAN, JR. Every year in late December, I try to make sense of the year that has gone by. Some years are a mixed bag of news stories, but in 2024 it seems clear that there was one overriding story -- the presidential election of 2024 and the impending return to the White House of Donald J. Trump, who will become our 47th President on January 20, 2025. The year did not begin particularly auspiciously for Mr. Trump, who was under criminal indictment in four different jurisdictions, and was also being sued civilly. Indeed, he was convicted in Manhattan in late May on 34 counts of business record falsification charges involving payments to an adult actress. Nevertheless, many voters believed these charges were politically motivated. The remaining three sets of criminal charges ended inconclusively, especially after Mr. Trump won a Supreme Court ruling expanding the scope of presidential immunity; even the Manhattan charges are in effect suspended for the duration of Mr. Trump's presidency. Mr. Trump, for all his legal troubles, clearly dominated the Republican primaries during the spring. Then, in July, Mr. Trump was wounded in an assassination attempt but survived and was nominated at the convention a few days later. Preaching a vigorous America First message with a promise to close the border and deport illegal aliens, as well as to boost fossil fuel energy production and lower taxes, Mr. Trump clearly connected with a significant number of voters. He was especially strong with many nontraditional Republican voters, including young people, working class voters and voters of color. Mr. Trump defeated Vice President Kamala Harris in the presidential race, winning both the popular vote and all the seven deemed “swing” states. Ms. Harris waged an energetic campaign and was a clear winner of the one presidential debate. However, she was deeply hurt by the unpopularity of the Joe Biden administration, of which she was a part, and was largely unable to explain the changes that she would make from Mr. Biden’s policies.

You could say it is intertwined with the 2024 election story but arguably the second most important story, at least domestically, was the strange political demise of President Joe Biden. At the beginning of the year, although not particularly popular, Mr. Biden looked like he had at least a passable shot at reelection. At a minimum, he could claim that inflation was finally coming down and could point to low unemployment and arising stock market, and the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act, which increased spending on renewable energy. Although the United States was sending military aid to Ukraine, our country had avoided any active wars. But Mr. Biden's presidency basically imploded after a debate on June 27 with Mr. Trump when Mr. Biden seemed unable to mount a coherent defense of his policies. After a media firestorm about his fitness to seek office again, Mr. Biden announced on July 21 that he was not seeking reelection and soon thereafter announced that he was endorsing Vice President Harris as the nominee. It was not until after the election that The Wall Street Journal published an important and well sourced story contending that, almost from the beginning of Mr. Biden’s presidency, there had been an orchestrated effort from the White House to manage Mr. Biden’s significant limitations. Aides kept meetings short and controlled access, top advisers acted as go-betweens and public interactions were more scripted. Obviously, there were other important stories in 2024. The wars in the Ukraine and in Gaza continued. Israel seemed to be making gains in the Middle East, especially after the fall of the Syria dictator, Bashar al-Ashad, and a truce with Hezbollah. It was unclear what would happen in the Ukraine amid large casualties. So now we move into the second Trump era, with a plurality of voters hoping that this charismatic but controversial leader can move our country forward. Happy New Year and may God bless our nation.

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

Women’s Suffrage March A view of the Women’s Suffrage March on Franklin Ave. on 24 May 1913. It began in Mineola and ended in Hempstead. Behind the trees at left is the old Nassau County Courthouse, and in the distance on Old Country Rd. is the Denton Building, both still in existence. The New York & Long Island Traction trolley track which ran along the east side of Franklin Ave. in Garden City and a passing siding at this location are in the foreground. A sign commemorating the centenary of the march that helped lead to the passage of the 19th Amendment in 1920 was installed in front of the courthouse in 2023. Women in New York obtained the right to vote in 1917. Lane markings on the street were not yet necessary. Archives identifier: str39

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Trustees approve $125K for law firm to fight casino

From page 1 process, held a public hearing. At that hearing, attorney Jennifer Coghlan of Sive Paget & Riesel provided public comments on Garden City’s concerns about the environmental impacts, scale, and scope of the project. Coghlan noted, “It is critical that the EIS consider the entirety of the project, and that the final scoping document detail exactly what is planned for the Marriott property and how it would

be analyzed in the EIS. Similarly, the Scoping Document provides no explanation on what development would occur (by Sands) in the absence of a gaming license (contingent on approval by New York State). It was noted in Sands’ presentation that this is an alternative that will be studied, but the Draft needs to explain what that project is, what its financial viability is and the impacts of a semi-constructed or partially-vacant project,” she said.

At the same public hearing, Mayor Carter Flanagan illuminated “glaring omissions” with the proposal. “I’d like to share the village’s very serious concerns regarding the scope and scale of the project and the significant social and environmental impacts that will result….More attention needs to be diverted to the wide range of impacts casinos have on community character – crime, poverty, addiction, secondary displacement and the need

for services to address these impacts. It’s imperative also that we prioritize the health and well-being of young residents and the many students who will be residing near this proposed casino. Detailed analysis on water availability for this mega-project is critical as we all rely on Long Island’s sole-source aquifer for our drinking water. We also need to look carefully at how wastewater and sanitary waste will be handled,” she said at the Town hearing.

Village of GC 2024 in Review: Problems with Projects From page 1 tion to detail and strong performance across the East, West, and Estates sections. Village Trustee Vinny Muldoon has consistently advocated for improved maintenance of village assets. A renovation project for the historic Garden City Toll Lodge is nearly complete. Originally part of the early 20th-century Long Island Motor Parkway, the building, designed by renowned architect John Russell Pope, holds historical significance. Since taking office in April, Trustee Muldoon has also pushed for enhanced upkeep of municipal park bathrooms. At the Board’s December meeting, the Recreation and Parks Department reported plans for monthly industrial-level deep cleanings in 2025, alongside inspections for lighting and restroom fixture needs.

Intent on Stopping Sands

Opposition to the proposed Sands Casino and retail development at the Nassau Hub site put Garden City officials in a spotlight, with press conferences in front of the Nassau County Legislature’s headquarters on Franklin Avenue. The Say No to the Casino group has led the rallying cry all along to present the potential for negative impacts on the neighboring communities. On December 18th the Board of Trustees approved $125,000 towards fighting the casino proposal. Environmental law firm Sive, Paget & Riesel will be reviewing the project’s Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) and commenting on behalf 0f the village on the project’s scope and any potential effects. Traffic is just one of the major concerns to be evaluated.

Water Purity: Lead Service Lines

The village continued efforts to inventory lead water service lines, an initiative bolstered by a resident-friendly website for submitting photos of service lines. Water & Sewer Superintendent Stan Carey noted that 1,237 lead lines and 39 galvanized lines requiring replacement were identified. Lead contamination in water, he

emphasized, stems from private service lines or home plumbing materials, not village-owned infrastructure or the aquifer. Service lines are the pipes that connect homes to the water mains in the streets and are owned by the homeowners. An inventory of all lead water service lines in the village will continue despite the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reporting deadline having passed in October. The Village of Garden City as a public water supplier complied with the deadline. According to Garden City’s Water & Sewer Superintendent Stan Carey, the following was recorded: Garden City currently has 6,916 water service lines in the distribution system; 3,136 total service lines were identified/classified and of them, 1,237 were lead. The total number of galvanized service lines requiring replacement was 39. The total of non-lead service lines – copper lines – within the inventory was 1,860. Copper pipe lines are acceptable for use. “The real wild card here is the total unknown number of water service lines in the village, which is 3,824,” Carey explained two months ago. “Lead contamination of water any resident experiences should be attributed to the lead service lines or galvanized pipes leading to their home, or possibly other materials related to the home – lead faucets, lead solder or other material,” he noted.

St. Paul’s Future, Survey Situation

The future of the historic St. Paul’s building sparked debates throughout 2024, with delays in a planned village-wide survey on potential projects. The survey was the root of a rift between Mayor Mary Carter Flanagan and the new majority on the Board, which took office in April 2024 with a Community Agreement Party (CAP) platform sweep. Trustees Jessica Tai, Judy Courtney, Vinny Muldoon and veteran Trustee Bruce Torino as ‘team CAP’ bested the candidates of FABGC. During the elections of 2022 and 2023 FABGC’s non-POA generated candidates had prevailed.

Survey on St. Paul’s

The Village hired consultants Brandstetter Carroll Inc. (BCI) to develop a Master Plan for Garden City Recreation & Parks. BCI completed a Recreational Needs survey and presented the results to the Board and public. The second major task the firm was hired for has not come to fruition yet – the creation and finalization, with Board input, of a survey on the potential projects for St. Paul’s. The trustees note that the survey would include some rough cost estimates for projects, whether they include full or partial preservation – has been delayed into 2025. There will definitely be a survey soon, but there were over 12 draft versions of it discussed and the work continued in December. Expectations remain that everyone living in Garden City will have the opportunity to be a part of the process. The question on whether the survey circulates and leads to a village-wide referendum for the use of funds towards St. Paul’s could well be answered in 2025.

Rec. Superintendent retires

Longtime Recreation and Parks Superintendent Paul Blake retired in September after decades of service. He was honored at Old Timers Day and remains active as the New York State Recreation & Park Society Board President. Blake was honored at the Garden City Public Library Board of Trustees meeting on December 9th, as they approved a resolution thanking him for his contributions to Garden City. From his days as a youth in the 1970s up until

2001, he was integral to the Recreation and Parks department, and served as its superintendent for decades. He returned in 2019 and led the department for over five years until his retirement in September. Mr. Blake is married to the retired former Village Clerk Karen Altman. He is also the New York State Recreation & Park Society Board President for 20242025.

New Arborist, Asst. Rec. Superintendent

The Village of Garden City welcomed employees in the Recreation and Parks Department including the new Village Arborist Joe Umana, who made presentations to the Environmental Advisory Board in February and October. Umana has stated his priority of protecting and enhancing the arboriculture found throughout Garden City, as well as educating residents about the environmental and biological issues local trees are facing. Taking Mr. Blake’s place at the Board of Trustees’ meetings for official Rec./Parks updates, and introduced to the Rec. Commission at the same time (February 2024) as Joe Umana, is Assistant Superintendent of Recreation & Parks Andy Hill.

Parkland Designation Program

In 2024, Garden City made significant strides in formally designating parkland. Throughout the year, trustees confirmed parkland status for various green spaces, including Franklin North, Franklin South, Olena Park, Avalon Park, and Hazelhurst Park, ensuring legal protections for these areas.

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Garden City Real Estate Market Information 134 Wickham Road

RECENT REAL ESTATE SALES IN GARDEN CITY

Date: 12/23/2024 Sold price: $1,705,000 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths Architectural Style: Colonial Property size: .15 acres Annual taxes: $21,821 MLS number: L3584317 The Seller’s Team: Michael Furino, Douglas Elliman Real Estate The Buyer’s Team: Suzanne Blair, Howard Hanna Coach

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

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

Interest Rate 6.881% 6.019% 6.869%

APR 6.957% 6.133% 7.441%

Long Island Sales Data From One Key MLS Month

Nassau County Median Sale Price Current Year Prior Year

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$775,000 $795,000 $815,000 $835,000 $810,000 $800,000 $790,000 $765,000 $730,000 $752,000 $735,000

6.9 7.4 8.7 11.3% 11% 11.5% 13.0% 12.7% 8.6 15.7 8.9

$725,000 $740,000 $749,500 $750,000 $730,000 $717,250 $699,000 $679,000 $672,500 $650,000 $675,000

Discover classic charm and modern conveniences in the heart of the Estates section of Garden City. This 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom center hall brick colonial exudes elegance, comfort and functionality. Upon entering, the foyer welcomes you to the traditional layout and immediately showcases an expansive formal living room with woodburning fireplace and formal dining room. The formal spaces include waterfall plaster moldings that add an extra layer of character to the home. The expanded eat-in-kitchen features abundant counter space and cabinetry, radiant heat flooring, highend appliances including two dishwashers, two sinks and a large pantry. Upstairs features 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and a generous full stair attic. The primary suite features an en-suite bathroom and ample closet space. Two oversized bedrooms and a full bath complete the second floor. The exterior features a slate roof, mature shrubs that surround the property, an in-ground sprinkler system and an integrated landscape lighting. Ideally located within short distances of parks, the Long Island Rail Road, and schools, this home offers the perfect balance of suburban peace and community convenience. Schedule a showing today to experience this Garden City gem!

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Live with ease in this cape with lots of space! Living room large enough for a baby grand piano! Good closet space and first floor bedroom, full bath and laundry. Beautiful mews neighborhood. Heating system updated and roof is 9 years old.

Beautiful English Tudor situated on a tree lined street mid-block on a 6000sq ft. lot. With beautiful hardwood floors throughout, this 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms property is centrally located, near LIRR, parks and schools. The first floor offers, attractive kitchen with highend appliances, spacious living Room with fireplace, dining room, den and powder room. Second floor features three spacious bedrooms, large full hallway bath and lots of closet space. The full basement has laundry, utilities and has plenty of storage, and enjoy the secluded backyard with pretty landscape & patio. This private sanctuary has a storybook curb appeal that is waiting for you to call home.

Date: 12/18/2024 Sold price: $875,000 4 bedrooms, 2 full bath, 1 half bath Architectural Style: Tudor Property size: .16 acres Property taxes: $16,003 MLS number: L3583063 The Seller’s Team: Marueen L. Lagarde, Compas Greater NY The Buyer’s Team: Not listed

Date: 12/20/2024 Sold price: $940,500 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths Architectural Style: Cape Property size: .16 acres Annual taxes: $16,269 MLS number: L3586859 The Seller’s Team: Claudia Galvin and Matthew Mindardi, Daniel Gale Sothebys The Buyer’s Team: Shant Boudakian, RE/MAX Team

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5 Hamilton Place | Garden City

Under Contract | Garden City

$999,999 | 3 BR, 2 BA | Web# 3590845

Erin Fleischmann: M 516.864.1977 Linda O’Connor: M 516.849.4049

Michelle McArdle: M 516.306.4134 Erin Fleischmann: M 516.864.1977

Michelle McArdle: M 516.306.4136 Lauren Lavin: O 516.307.9406

$1,999,999 | 4 BR, 3 BA | Web# 3588546

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$948,000 | 3 BR, 1 BA, 1 HALF BA | Web# 3560643

$719,000 | 3 BR, 1 BA, 1 HALF BA | Web# 3587998

Erin Fleischmann: M 516.864.1977

Maryann Milovcic: M 347.724.2873 John Corrigan: M 516.361.9634

Sold Price: $1,700,000 | 5 BR, 3 BA, 1 HALF BA Web# 3577900

Michelle McArdle: M 516.306.4134

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Sold Price: $1,165,000 | 3 BR, 2 BA, 1 HALF BA Web# 3562205

Rented Price: $5,100/month | 3 BR, 2 BA Web# 3583686

Rented Price: $3,650/month | 1 BR, 1 BA | Condo Web# 3586984

Michelle McArdle: M 516.306.4134

Linda O’ Connor: M 516.849.4049

Erin Fleischmann: M 516.864.1977

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138 Lee Road | Garden City $1,598,000 | 3 BR, 2 BA, 1 HALF BA | Web# 3589624

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Garden City real estate, reimagined.

Laura Baymack Lic. RE Salesperson Principal Agent M: 516.537.3050

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

Laura Carroll Lic. RE Salesperson Founding Agent M: 917.370.5354

Karen Guendjoian Lic. RE Salesperson Principal Agent M: 516.578.8395

Maureen Lagarde Lic. RE Salesperson Founding Agent M: 516.850.7812

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

Athena Menoudakos Lic. RE Salesperson Founding Agent M: 516.316.4955

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

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

Jennifer Sullivan Lic. RE Salesperson Founding Agent M: 516.361.7190

Kathy Thornton Lic. RE Salesperson Principal Agent M: 516.987.4886

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

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

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

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

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

Ryan Mullins Lic. RE Salesperson The Jen Sullivan Team M: 516.359.6339

Daniel Niebler Lic. RE Salesperson The Baymack Team M: 516.592.0976

Julie Whicher Lic. RE Salesperson The Baymack Team M: 516.698.3975

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UNDER CONTRACT

5 John Street, Garden City 6 BD | 4 BA | 2 HB | $2,995,000 Maureen Lagarde | M: 516.850.7812

UNDER CONTRACT

29 Locust Street, Garden City 4 BD | 4 BA | 1 HB | $1,895,000 Laura Carroll | M: 917.370.5354

UNDER CONTRACT

54 Russell Road, Garden City 3 BD | 2 BA | 1 HB | $1,149,000 Athena Menoudakos | M: 516.316.4955

CLOSED

12 Hamilton Place, D14, Garden City 1 BD | 1 BA | $565,000 Stephen & Laura Baymack | M: 516.216.0244

CLOSED

81 Monroe Street, Garden City 5 BD | 2 BA | 1 HB | $2,249,000 Laura Carroll | M: 917.370.5354

UNDER CONTRACT

24 Merillon Avenue, Garden City 4 BD | 2 BA | $1,439,000 Laura Carroll | M: 917.370.5354

UNDER CONTRACT

89 Willow Street, Garden City 3 BD | 1 BA | 1 HB | $929,000 Maureen Lagarde | M: 516.850.7812

UNDER CONTRACT

12 Hamilton Place, B1, Garden City 1 BD | 1 BA | $549,000 Athena Menoudakos | M: 516.316.4955

UNDER CONTRACT

108 Ninth Street, Garden City 5 BD | 3 BA | 1 HB | $2,050,000 Jennifer Sullivan | M: 516.361.7190

UNDER CONTRACT

169 Weyford Terrace, Garden City 3 BD | 2 BA | $1,350,000 Maureen Lagarde | M: 516.850.7812

UNDER CONTRACT

40 Chester Avenue, Garden City 3 BD | 1 BA | $899,000 Laura Carroll | M: 917.370.5354

NEW LISTING

223 7th Street, 3L, Garden City 2 BD | 1 BA | $469,000 Karen Guendjoian | M: 516.578.8395 Kathy Thornton | M: 516.987.4886

changes in price, condition, sale, or withdrawal without notice. No statement is made as to the accuracy of any description. All measurements and square footages are approximate. This is not intended to solicit property already listed. Nothing herein shall be construed as legal, accounting or other professional advice outside the realm of real estate brokerage. *Source: MLS One Key; January 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023 based on closed residential & condo/co-op sales volume.

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General reminder From The BuildinG deparTmenT The Garden City Building Department would like to remind residents who file for Building Permits to finalize their permits by scheduling a final inspection. Please call the Building Department at (516) 465-4046.

Please note that building permits expire within one year from the date of issuance. If additional time is needed to finalize construction, you can apply for a six-month extension. The reinstatement fee is 15% of the original filing fee. As a reminder, in the event any permit covered by the provision of LL 4-2017 expires without evidence of completion of the permitted work, all deposits and other fees shall be deemed forfeited and the permit holder may be declared in violation of § 68-3E of this Code. The permit will be deemed expired and would require re-filing and payment of new filing fees.

Will You Be Ready For the Cold Weather?

Holiday Window Display Contest sponsored by Chamber From page 3 At Tap Room, Trustees Courtney and Tai chatted with general manager Melissa Stalnaker. Tap Room’s beautifully-painted window decorations featuring reindeer and snow, garlands and bright pine trees are the creation of a Tap Room employee, Alexis Emma who also works as an instructor/artist with another Franklin Avenue business – Muse Paintbar. She has a variety of artwork to her credit. Stalnaker told The Garden City News, “Trustee Tai told us about the window decorating contest, and we immediately brought Alexis in. I told her I wanted it to be something more encompassing of the entire holiday spirit and not just Christmas, so we created a winter scene with the messages of ‘Happy Holidays’ and ‘Season’s Greetings’ and then I fashioned all of our decorations here with the same premise of winter celebration. We have pine cones and berries too. Alexis did a great job in carrying

out the vision.” In addition, Alexis Emma painted window décor at Grimaldi’s Pizza across Franklin Avenue and two other TAP Room locations in Suffolk County. Trustee Tai noted the festivities were a culmination of the efforts coordinated by the village groups, but the outreach to the business community originates with the Garden City Chamber. Business owners and managers received a flyer from Mr. Wilton and his team. “The Chamber has done this contest before and thanks to John’s leadership they’re working together with the village,” she said. On December 19th Wilton explained, “As we saw, the Welcoming Club of Garden City and the Property Owners’ Associations partnered with our Chamber and Board of Trustees. On behalf of the businesses and Chamber, I thank all our judges for stepping up and taking the time during this busy holiday season. The statement “it takes a village” is certainly in action here!”

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Garden City Western Property Owners’ Association President Roseann Vernice walked all of Seventh Street and Franklin Avenue on Thursday, December 19th, as one of the judges for this year’s Window Display Contest.

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THE MAYOR’S UPDATE mcarterflanagan@gardencityny.net I hope everyone is deposits and other fees enjoying the holidays shall be deemed forfeitin the Village, and a ed and the permit holdspecial thank you to er may be declared in our amazing volunteer violation of § 68-3E of fire department for all this Code. The permit the Santa sightings will be deemed expired across the Village last and would require week! This annual re-filing and payment tradition brings joy to of new filing fees. residents young and old and is an example of how this volunteer organization in our On Sunday afterVillage engages with noons beginning the community and January 5, the St. provides an opportuni- Mayor Mary Carter Flanagan Paul’s Field House will ty to build friendships be open for “Family when they aren’t training, respond- Fun” for Village of Garden City faming to calls, and keeping us all safe. ilies. This open time provides the Our Village is full of volunteers, opportunity for families to enjoy varbut no volunteer position in our com- ious gym activities in an indoor envimunity is more impactful than yours! ronment. The gym will be available Happy New Year! for use from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. each Sunday until March 9th. This time is High school and college students, designated for family time only. No as well as recent graduates, or indi- organized practices or workouts will viduals involved in a local sustain- be allowed. Although there will be ability initiative or program, are staff to monitor activity, this is not invited to participate in a roundtable a drop off program. We ask that all discussion on January 15, 2025 at 7:30 elementary and middle school aged p.m. at Village Hall. The roundta- children must be accompanied by an ble will address ecological footprints, adult/guardian. For the safety of our sustainability at different levels of users, sports involving paddle, stick, society and sustainability in career or bat equipment will not be allowed.

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The Village is waiving the permit requirement for residents at the Municipal Yard for the month of December for cardboard recycling. The Board recognizes the community’s need for accessible recycling options, especially during the holiday season when cardboard waste increases. Proof of residency is required.

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The Garden City Building Department would like to remind residents who file for Building Permits to finalize their permits by scheduling a final inspection. Please call the Building Department at (516) 465-4046. Please note that building permits expire within one year from the date of issuance. If additional time is needed to finalize construction, you can apply for a six-month extension. The reinstatement fee is 15 percent of the original filing fee. As a reminder, in the event any permit covered by the provision of L 4-2017 expires without evidence of completion of the permitted work, al

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The Village of Garden City is currently accepting candidates for several positions, including Chair of the Recreation and Parks Department, Assistant Superintendent of the Building Department, School Crossing Guard, Public Works Project Manager and Geographic Information Specialist. You can read the full job descriptions on our website via the Career Opportunities button [https://www.gardencityny. net/441/Career- Opportunities]. All interested candidates should email resumes to humanresources@gardencityny.net.

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Tuesday, December 31st 11:00 a.m. Noon Year’s Eve Party at the Library for Tweens and Teens. Must register. 12:00 p.m. New Year’s Eve celebration at Cluett Hall featuring entertainment by Jester Jim. Must register: 516-465-4075. Sunday, January 5th 3:00 p.m. Family Fun time for Garden City families at the St. Paul’s Field House Tuesday, January 7th 7:00 p.m. Reiki with Kathleen Gunning at the Library. Must register. See page 22

Domestic incident arrest On December 18, Garden City Police detectives arrested a 49-year-old male following an investigation into a domestic incident. He was charged with criminal contempt for allegedly violating an order of protection. Alarm scares suspects Garden City Police responded to a Pine Street residence on December 18th for an alarm and found a damaged rear sliding door. Preliminary findings indicate the alarm may have caused suspects to flee the scene. There appears to be no loss at this time. The investigation is ongoing. Unlicensed operation A 25-year-old male was arrested on December 18 on Franklin Avenue for Felony Aggravated Unlicensed Operation, involving 12 suspensions. Police also charged him with making an unsafe turn. Trespassing arrest Officers arrested a 62-year-old male on December 18 for allegedly trespassing inside a 7th Street building. He was charged with criminal trespass. Aggressive driving On December 18, a motorist on Clinton Road was charged with aggressive driving, including unsafe speed and driving on the wrong side of the road. Traffic light issue Officers responded to the intersection of Stewart Avenue and Cherry Valley Avenue for a traffic light malfunction. Missing credit card On December 19, a victim learned from her credit card company of an attempted unauthorized charge. Though the account was closed and a new card issued, the victim reported never receiving the replacement. Overweight truck violation A truck operator on Washington Avenue was charged on December 19 with driving an overweight vehicle and unsafe tires. Stolen and altered check On December 19, a victim report-

ed that a check placed in the mail was stolen, altered, and cashed. Excessive speed A Wyatt Road motorist was charged on December 19 with excessive speed, driving on the wrong side of the road, and passing a stop sign. E-cigarette alarm On December 19, GCFD and GCPD responded to a fire alarm at a residence. Firefighters determined that an e-cigarette had activated the alarm. Traffic light malfunctions Officers responded to several reports of traffic light malfunctions on Clinton Road on December 19 System malfunction alarm A fire alarm at a residence on December 19 was deemed a system malfunction Speeding and uninsured vehicle A motorist on Clinton Road was charged on December 19 with excessive speed and driving an uninsured vehicle. Second-floor damage Responding to a Pine Street home on December 20, Garden City Police found a damaged second-floor window. Police investigated a burglary at the residence on December 18th. Intercepted package On Nassau Boulevard on December 20, police investigated an attempted larceny where a subject tried to intercept a package of phones from a UPS driver. The driver confirmed the phones belonged to the homeowner and refused the request. Faulty boiler Firefighters and officers responded on December 20 to a residence for a carbon monoxide alarm. Firefighters identified a faulty boiler, made it safe, and ventilated the home. Unsecured load On December 20, a driver on Stewart Avenue was charged with

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plates. Suspended and unregistered vehicle On December 20, a Clinton Road motorist was charged with driving with a suspended license and operating an unregistered vehicle. Faulty fire detector On December 21, GCFD and GCPD responded to a residence for a fire alarm caused by a faulty detector.

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Wednesday, January 8th 12:00 p.m. Happy New Year catered luncheon at the Senior Center. Register at the front desk of the Senior Center. $15 a person; cash only please. Friday, January 10th 11:00 a.m. Learn to speak Italian with retired GCHS teacher Lea Brunetti. Eight-week program. Must register. 11:30 a.m. Chair Yoga with Tania at the Senior Center 3:00 p.m. Chess 4 Community’s Play and Learn at the Senior Center. All ages and levels welcome. Sunday, January 12th

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New York State’s Olympic Authority Ski Mountains Open for Season BY KAREN RUBIN TRAVEL FEATURES SYNDICATE GOINGPLACESFARANDNEAR.COM Governor Kathy Hochul celebrated the official start of the 2024-25 winter season with the daily opening of New York State Olympic Regional Development Authority (Olympic Authority) ski mountains, Gore, Whiteface and Belleayre Mountains. These are the three largest of New York State’s 52 operating ski (the most of any state!). With ski areas located across the state, nearly every major New York metro area is within 90 minutes of top-tier winter recreation and makes skiing and riding an important contributor to employment and quality of life for residents throughout the state. “We are proud to welcome New Yorkers and visitors of our great State to our worldclass ski resorts this winter season,” Governor Hochul said. “Our investments in these facilities have strengthened the state’s winter tourism industry, creating jobs, driving economic growth and enhancing the quality of life for residents. These resorts offer unparalleled opportunities for recreation, ensuring that New York remains a top destination for winter sports enthusiasts.” Gore, Whiteface and Belleayre, as well as many of the ski mountains in New York State, offer programs for all ages and abilities. Adaptive snowsports programs offer individuals with cognitive and physical disabilities the opportunity to learn with certified instructors. There are also numerous

Feel like an Olympian skiing Whiteface Mountain © Laini Miranda/ goingplacesfarandnear.com. opportunities at respective mountains for beginners to masters. These include the 2024-25 SKI NY Free for Kids Passport Program granting third, fourth and fifth grade students to obtain a complimentary one-day lift ticket at participating New York State ski resorts and the College Club Program at Gore, Whiteface and Belleayre, allowing any full-time student currently enrolled in college or university to apply for the program.

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Whiteface continues to build on its legacy of excellence with several key enhancements. A new heated patio at the Bear Den Learning Center provides expanded space for dining, gathering and watching ski lessons. Snowmaking infrastructure has been

upgraded with new pipes and high-efficiency snow guns on popular trails, along with a Snowmax injection system to ensure high-quality snow, even during warm conditions. The Cloudsplitter Gondola received a new haul rope to ensure reliable operations, while the addition of a winch-ready PistonBully 600 Snow Cat will help maintain optimal trail conditions. These improvements reinforce Whiteface’s status as a top destination for skiers and snowboarders of all abilities (whiteface.com). What makes Whiteface Mountain so absolutely special (and worldclass) is that it is part of a Olympics complex where you not only can see training facilities and historic sites, but you can participate in many of them, including ice skating, bobsled,

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New York State’s Olympic Authority Ski Mountains Open for Season Continued from previous page shopping and dining at all the Legacy Sites. (The Olympic Legacy Passport can be purchased at any of the venues (https://lakeplacidlegacysites.com/legacysitespassport/) Lake Placid Legacy Sites, 518-523-1655, https://lakeplacidlegacysites.com/ When the track isn’t being used for practice or competition, you can take the Bobsled Experience, where you are driven down the track with real bobsledders. You get to go through that famous Turn 10 but from Start 4, so it comes soon into the ride before you get going too fast, but you still reach speeds up to 50 mph on the lower halfmile of the track. (Be sure to reserve in advance; in summer, the bobsled uses wheels on concrete; $125/9+; $100/military, https://mtvanhoevenberg.com/ todo/bobsled-experience/). Also at Mt Van Hoevenberg you not only get to see the Olympic bobsled track but you can ride alongside on the Cliffside Coaster, the longest coaster in North America, which opened in 2020. As you ride up to the top, you hear the Olympic history of the track but once at the peak, you are in the driver’s seat and control the speed, navigating sharp corners, cliffside banks and long winding stretches (open daily in season but weather dependent; make reservations in advance; 31 Van Hoevenberg Way, Lake Placid, NY 12946, https:// mtvanhoevenberg.com/todo/cliffsidecoaster/). At the Olympic Jumping Complex, you can also ride the new Sky Flyer Zipline adjacent to the ski jumps – and if the ski jumpers are practicing, you can seemingly fly alongside. ($20 off ticket price with the Legacy Passport). Other special experiences: High Peaks Resort, is offering a Ski Adirondacks Package that includes a welcome beverage upon arrival, a $25 nightly property credit to use at Dancing Bears Restaurant, complimentary snowshoe rentals, complimentary admission to Whiteface Club & Resort Nordic Center for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, 10% off rentals at Cunningham’s Ski Barn, and a guaranteed 2:00 pm checkout. Après ski, visit the newly reimagined Lake House at High Peaks Resort for drinks, snacks and entertainment. Rates start at $249 per night, excluding taxes and fees. Mirror Lake Inn in Lake Placid offers guests three unique opportunities this winter to learn from some of the ski world’s most successful athletes: Ski with Olympic Medalist Andrew Weibrecht, Nordic Ski with Olympic Medalist Andrea Henkel Burke, and the Your Turn Women’s Ski Clinic with Andrew and Lisa Densmore Ballard. On our last visit, we really enjoyed our stay at Eastwind Lake Placid,

Skiing Gore Mountain, one of three New York State Olympic Authority ski destinations, with Whiteface and Belleayre, that have opened for the season © Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com which offers a variety of lodging options (6048 Sentinel Road, Lake Placid,518-837-1882, https://www.eastwindhotels.com/lake-placid-overview). Also, the Golden Arrow Lakeside Resort, right on Mirror Lake, walking distance to attractions, shopping, dining, 2559 Main Street, Lake Placid www.golden-arrow.com, 844-209-8080.

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Gore Mountain’s improvements align with its vision of becoming a premier year-round destination. Construction is underway on a new 18,300-squarefoot lodge at the North Creek Ski Bowl, featuring a restaurant and two levels of outdoor patios upon completion in 2025. Ahead of the 2024-25 season, the old Hudson chairlift was replaced with a new detachable quad, providing access to trails for all skill levels. Additionally, the Northwoods Gondola cabins are being upgraded to accommodate modern skis and snowboards, ensuring greater comfort for guests. These upgrades position Gore as a hub for all-season recreation,strengthening the local economy. Gore Mountain is New York State’s largest ski and ride resort with 439 skiable acres spanning four mountains, including Gore, Bear Mountain, Burnt Ridge Mountain and Little Gore Mountain, a vertical drop of 2,537 feet from the summit at 3,600 ft, 108 trails (longest is 4.4 miles), accessed by 14 lifts. As a perennial blue-trail/ intermediate skier, Gore Mountain is one of my favorite places to ski. Nestled in the Adirondacks, it offers expansive views of a real wilderness. You actually

feel as if you were in the Rockies. Gore Mountain has no on-mountain lodging but there are plenty of charming places throughout the Adirondacks, and marvelous dining in North Creek. Among them, Lorca Adirondacks at Indian Lake, about 40 minutes away, which is owned by a Great Neck native (Gooding Rd & Rt 42, Shandaken, NY 12480, hello@thelorca.com, thelorca.com, 518-300-3916). For a luxurious stay, choose The Sagamore, a historic, grand resort in Bolton Landing on Lake George, 45 minutes away (www.thesagamore.com). Gore Mountain, 793 Peaceful Valley Road, North Creek, NY 12853, Snow Phone: 518-251-5026, info 518-251-2411, info@goremountain. com, goremountain.com.

popular with families because of its proximity (just about 2 ½ hours drive) and perfect size, with marvelous beginner trails and learn to ski programs, and a natural separation between beginner and advanced skiers. There is no on-mountain lodging, but quaint inns and lodges nearby in Fleischmann’s, Pine Hill, Big Indian, Phoenicia, Margaretville and Shandaken – among them, the Lorca Catskills offering several cabin/cottage-style accommodations (Gooding Rd & Rt 42, Shandaken, NY 12480 hello@thelorca. com,. thelorca.com, 518-300-3916). See more at www.belleayre.com/plan-yourvisit/lodging/) (Belleayre, Highmount, NY 12441, 800-942-6904, 845-254-5600, www. belleayre.com). World Championships, World Cups at Olympic Venues The New York State Olympic Regional Development Authority (Olympic Authority) 2024-2025 events calendar is highlighted by World Cup events in three different sports and the International Bobsled & Skeleton Federation (IBSF) World Championships set for March 2025. Among the highlights: the return of International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS) Aerials World Cup on January 18-19, and the FIS Ski Jumping World Cup, which will now include both men’s and women’s competitions, on February 7-9. The IBSF World Championships will take place over two weeks, from March 6 through March 16. More information at the Olympic Regional Development Authority, orda. org. ______________________________ © 2024 Travel Features Syndicate, a division of Workstyles, Inc. All rights reserved. Visit goingplacesfarandnear. com

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Celebrating its 75th anniversary, Belleayre continues to enhance its facilities with several key improvements. Early season will have limited lodge and services in anticipation of a grand re-opening of Discovery Lodge to include a new rental center and tuning services. Snowmaking capabilities were upgraded with the installation of 20 new PoleCat fan guns and 30,000 feet of new piping, increasing efficiency even in warmer temperatures. A new learning area at the summit, complete with a carpet lift and easy-graded trail, offers beginners better snow conditions and inspiring views. Guests can also access the summit via the Catskill Thunder Gondola for a seamless learning experience. Belleayre Mountain is especially

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Lining up New Year’s resolutions for 2025 BY CLAIRE LYNCH To make a list of New Year’s resolutions or to not make a list - that is the question. It sounds familiar, right? For several years I’ve come up with a thoughtful list of resolutions, including things I will improve upon, and sometimes I stick to that list and other times, I don’t. Exercise more, lose some weight, eat healthy, get more organized, declutter, you know the drill. Moving forward health-wise involves having a positive mindset. When I get psyched about choosing better food options I make better choices. Getting fresh vegetables and fruit in the house means I’m getting ready to whip up some fresh smoothies for my family and me. That’s a good thing because they’re fun to make and it means choosing wisely. No more malted milkshakes or banana splits - at least not in the months ahead. I want to cinch my waistline and with a realistic goal of dropping 5 pounds, I’m motivated to doing it. One year I didn’t make a list of resolutions at all and I felt pretty free about it. Knowing I could move ahead and make improvements at my own pace was fine and if I didn’t, I wouldn’t have to feel guilty about it. Guilt has a way of throwing me off track, of holding me back, so I prefer to spend the time taking healthy steps and not dwelling on what I could have done better. Whether you’ve made resolutions or not, my recommendation is to stay active, keep moving, and make good choices when it comes to eating and going for healthy options. Enjoy healthy meals whether they are at a restaurant or prepared at home. I am one of those people who goes around asking people what their New Year’s resolutions are in the weeks before the actual holiday. Curiosity always seems to get the best of me and I’m genuinely interested in what is making people tick this year in terms of New Year’s resolutions. Some of the responses I’ve gotten have been interesting such as starting yoga, signing up to deliver Meals on Wheels to seniors who need some help and being a volun-

teer at a public library or at an animal shelter. Other responses are the triedand-true ones we’re all familiar with. Budgeting more realistically and improving work-life balance are on many people’s list of resolutions because they always seem to demand our attention. One of my friends was on the radio in years past when the radio host asked people to share their resolutions. My friend, Nicole, told the host - and the whole listening audience - that she was determined to take a trip to France with her husband, Joe. She had dreamed about it for 40+ years and in the summer of 2024 she made it happen. She’d also been talking about it for years and saving up for it she and didn’t want to keep talking about it. It was her promise to herself to do something fun - in a big way - and she kept it. Sure enough Nicole and Joe flew from New York to Paris and spent two weeks going from there to other cities. They’d consulted a travel agent ahead of time so they had a complete itinerary mapped out and they’d both brushed up on some basic French. After seeing the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre Museum, they strolled along the Champs-Élysées like the tourists they were. They spent another two days taking side trips to Versailles and Brittany, then they flew to Marseille because they wanted to see France’s southern coast and the Mediterranean coast with all of the cruise ships coming and going. My friend, Ethan, made a resolution last year to learn how to play chess. All his life he’d played checkers but he’d never gotten around to learning chess. Attending a weekly beginner’s chess club at his local public library, Ethan sat with other beginners and found out how the game of chess works. Their instructor started out by showing them the chess board and identifying each piece and its function. The king can move one square at a time in any direction. The queen can move horizontally, vertically or diagonally in any endless number of unoccupied squares. The

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rook can move any number of spaces horizontally or vertically without jumping per move. And so on. Ethan’s class wasn’t a masterclass but still, he was happy with what he’d learned. Challenging his wife, Lexi, to a game of chess once he got comfortable, she said okay because she’d learned to play chess as a teenager and always liked it and off they went. It took two hours to finish their first game but that was fine. Lexi won that first game but that was fine, too. Ethan was enjoying chess. Some of my relatives and close friends are taking small steps to achieve great results. They don’t want to make big promises out loud but as we talk, I hear that they are committed to the resolutions they’ve made. My friend, Diana, likes to sing the famous Barbra Streisand song, “People who need people are the luckiest people in the world …” She has a point. Staying connected is so important. For me, staying connected means not just reaching out to my current friends but branching out and making some new friends. It takes a concerted effort to reach out one’s hand and say hi to someone new but it can make all the

difference in the world. People appreciate friendliness. Right now my plan is to drink more water each day and get a good night’s sleep. Those two things are always good places to start. After that I’ll move forward on all of the other resolutions and keep my fingers crossed that I keep them. There are so many great ideas out there for New Year’s resolutions - I just have to figure out which ones to do first! I wish everyone a very Happy New Year!

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The History of the Social Security Number BY TOM MARGENAU I have a granddaughter who is a junior in high school. Recently, she needed to write a report for her history class on any subject related to a federal government program. Because she knew that her grandpa worked for the Social Security Administration for 32 years, she initially thought she’d write about the history of Social Security. I told her that was actually a pretty broad topic. Many entire books have been written about that subject -- and her paper was supposed to be limited to 1,000 words. So I suggested that she concentrate on the history of just one small part of Social Security, something her teacher and every student in her class were familiar with -- the Social Security number. After all, everyone has one. To help her out, I dug out a column I had written years ago about that very subject. After rereading it, I remembered how interesting the story is, so I decided I’d repeat it here today. People sometimes ask me who got the first Social Security card. They are also curious what the lowest Social Security number ever issued was -- and who got it. They usually assume that the person who got the first Social Security card and the person who got the lowest number are one and the same, but that’s not the case. When Social Security numbers were first issued in 1936, the SSA did not yet have a network of field offices. So the agency contracted with the U.S. Postal Service to distribute and assign the first batch of Social Security numbers through its 45,000 local post offices around the country. Of these 45,000 post offices, 1,074 were also designated as “typing centers” where the cards themselves were prepared. Because of that, the best that SSA historians can say with certainty is that the first SSN was issued sometime in mid-November 1936 from one of those 1,074 post offices to someone whose identity and SSN are unknown. Thousands of Social Security numbers and cards were probably issued on that day, so there is simply no way to tell who got the first one. The SSA does know, however, who received the Social Security card with the lowest number. They tried to make a bit of a public relations fuss over it, but it didn’t work out as the agency’s flacks planned. SSNs were grouped by the first three digits of the number (called the area number) and assigned geographically starting in the Northeast and moving down the Eastern seaboard and then across the country to the west. However, instead of starting in Maine (the most northeasterly state), they gave “001” numbers to New Hampshire. That’s because the plan was to give card number 001-01-0001 to John G. Winant, who was a former governor of New Hampshire and was at the time the chairman of the Social Security Board (the forerunner of the Social Security Admin-

istration). But Winant turned down the honor. Then it was offered to the head of the agency’s regional office for the Northeastern United States, but he also said no. They tried to designate a couple other officials for the alleged honor, but with no luck. In frustration, the agency’s PR people nixed their plans for a ceremonial first official SSN recipient. So instead, they just decided to issue card number 001-01-0001 to the first Social Security number applicant from New Hampshire. This proved to be Grace D. Owen of Concord, New Hampshire, who applied for her number on Nov. 24, 1936. There is one more little twist to this story. If you do some research into old press reports, you may find a story that says the very first Social Security card was issued to John Sweeney of New Rochelle, New York. What actually happened is this: All of the SSN records prepared by post offices were shipped to the SSA’s headquarters in Baltimore. One of their first jobs was to create an official Social Security record (primarily to track earnings) for each SSN issued. When the first batch of SSN records came in from the postal service, the agency’s head of accounting operations pulled the top card off the pile and declared it to be the official first Social Security record. It happened to be card number 05509-0001, belonging to the aforementioned Mr. Sweeney. The next day, newspapers around the country announced that Sweeney had been issued the first SSN. That wasn’t quite right. It would be more accurate to say that the first Social Security earnings record was established for John Sweeney. But because those records were invisible to the public and the Social Security card was a very visible token of the program, the newspapers overlooked the nuance, and John Sweeney had his 15 minutes of fame in 1936. But neither 001-01-0001 nor 055-09-0001 is the most well-known Social Security number. That honor belongs to 078-05-1120. In 1938, a wallet manufacturer in New York decided to promote its product by showing how the still relatively new Social Security card would fit into its wallets. The president of the company thought it would be a bright idea to insert a sample for display purposes in each wallet. His next not-so-smart idea was to put a real Social Security number on the display card. The number shown on the card, 078-0051120, actually belonged to the president’s secretary, a woman named Hilda Witcher. The wallets were sold by Woolworth stores all over the country. Even though the card was only half the size of a real card, was printed all in red and had the word “specimen” written across the face, many purchasers of the wallet adopted the SSN as their own! In the peak year of 1943, 5,755 people were using Hilda’s number. The SSA acted to eliminate the problem by voiding the number and publicizing

that it was incorrect to use it. (Witcher was given a new number.) However, the number continued to be used for many years. In all, over 40,000 people reported what became known as the “Woolworth number” as their SSN. In fact, as late as 1977, 12 people were found to still be trying

to use Hilda’s original SSN. By the way, some of you may be wondering how I could be giving real names and real Social Security numbers in this column. First, the people mentioned have Continued on page 7

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Plant Protein BY CHARLYN FARGO Having a more plant-forward diet is important for a lot of health reasons but leaving out meat altogether may not be best for children, teenagers, breastfeeding women and older Americans. In a study from the University of Illinois and Colorado State University, researchers found that the protein in plantbased burgers wasn’t digested as much as that found in meat-based burgers due to the concentration and digestibility of the amino acids. A decade ago, the U.N. Food and Agriculture Organization developed a standard for protein quality called the Digestible Indispensable Amino Acid Score (DIAAS). It focuses on the digestibility of essential amino acids (the building blocks of protein).

Researchers used the DIAAS system to understand protein quality in beef and pork burgers and plant-based burgers from Impossible and Beyond Meat. The researchers fed pork burgers, 80% and 93% lean beef burgers, the soy-based Impossible burger and pea-based Beyond burger to pigs, the FAO’s recommended research subject for DIAAS studies. Then they measured digestibility of individual essential amino acids and used those digestibility scores to compute DIAAS values. Both beef and pork burgers, served without buns, scored as “excellent” sources of protein (DIAAS scores 100plus, for people of all ages). The Impossible Burger, when served without a bun, also scored as an excellent protein source for ages 3 and up, but not for children less than 3 years old. With a value of 83,

the bunless Beyond burger was a “good” source of protein for ages 3 and up. “We have previously observed that animal proteins have greater DIAAS values than plant-based proteins and that is also what we observed in this experiment,” wrote Hans Stein, professor in the Department of Animal Sciences and the Division of Nutritional Sciences at the University of Illinois and co-author. The study was published in the European Journal of Nutrition. Burger patties are typically eaten with a bun, so the researchers also looked at the protein quality of patties and buns together. Because grain products, like hamburger buns, offer low protein quality, feeding the bun and the patties together reduced DIAAS values. It’s particularly children, teenagers, breastfeeding women and older people

who are at risk of not getting enough amino acids, according to Stein. The study has implications for developing countries where there may be little access to animal-based proteins, particularly for children. In some countries, Stein said most children are amino acid deprived. Without enough amino acids, brain development can suffer. The bottom line is an occasional meatbased burger, pork chop or steak may be helpful in making sure you’re digesting the amino acids you need. Charlyn Fargo is a registered dietitian with SIU School of Medicine in Springfield, Illinois, and the current president of the Illinois Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. For comments or questions, contact her at charfarg@aol.com or follow her on Twitter @NutritionRD. COPYRIGHT 2024 CREATORS.COM

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13 Practical Tips to Cut Pet Food Costs Without Sacrificing Quality BY MARY HUNT When money is tight, the grocery bill isn’t the only thing that makes us sweat. For pet owners, the cost of keeping furry family members fed and happy can feel like an added burden. But cutting costs doesn’t mean you have to skimp on quality or compromise your pet’s health. With a little creativity, you can keep tails wagging without breaking the bank. Here are some practical tips to save on pet food while still giving your animals the nutrition they need. 1. BUY IN BULK Purchasing larger quantities of pet food can bring the cost per serving way down. Warehouse clubs, online retailers and even some pet stores offer significant discounts when you buy in bulk. Before you stock up, check the expiration date to ensure you’ll use it before it goes stale. Store the food properly -- in airtight containers in a cool, dry place -- to maintain freshness.

2. LOOK FOR SALES & COUPONS Pet food brands frequently run promotions, and pet stores often have sales or discounts for loyal customers. Keep an eye out for store flyers, coupon apps or manufacturer websites offering printable coupons. Signing up for store loyalty programs can also unlock discounts and earn points toward future purchases. You’d be surprised how quickly those little savings add up. 3. TRY STORE BRANDS OR GENERIC OPTIONS Just like with human groceries, the name-brand version isn’t always better. Many store brands or generic pet foods meet the same nutritional standards as their pricier counterparts. Compare the ingredient list and look for a statement of nutritional adequacy from the Association of American Feed Control Officials. If it checks out, give it a try -- your pet likely won’t notice the difference. 4. SWITCH PROTEIN The price of pet food formulas varies treating depending on the type of protein. Chicken or turkey-based food is typically cheaper than lamb, venison or salmon. If your pet doesn’t have dietary restrictions or sensitivities, switching to a more affordable option could make a noticeable dent in your expenses. 5. DIY PET FOOD Homemade pet food not only cuts the cost but also gives you control over the ingredients. Consult your veterinarian or a pet nutritionist to develop a balanced recipe and avoid ingredients that are toxic to dogs, like chocolate, xylitol and avocado. 6. CUT BACK ON TREATS Treats can be a sneaky expense. In-

stead of splurging on expensive storebought options, consider making your own with simple ingredients like peanut butter (make sure it’s xylitol-free), oats and pumpkin puree. Reward your pet with healthy, low-cost treats like baby carrots or (seed-free) apple slices.

7. SHARE SUBSCRIPTION SERVICESVICES Some online retailers, like Chewy or Amazon, offer discounts when you set up a recurring subscription for pet food. If the order size is too large for just your pet, consider splitting it with a friend or neighbor who has a similar pet. Sharing the order means sharing the savings. 8. GIVE UP ON BRAND LOYALTY Sometimes a brand you’ve relied on for years suddenly increases its prices. In these cases, rotating to another quality brand can help you dodge the inflation bullet. Gradually mix the new food into your pet’s diet to avoid upsetting their stomach. 9. SHOP LOCAL AND SAVE Farm supply stores or small independent pet shops often have competitive prices on pet food and supplies. They may also offer discounts for regular customers or bulk purchases. Supporting local businesses is a win-win. 10. AVOID OVERFEEDING This tip isn’t just about saving money -- it’s also about your pet’s health. Many pet owners accidentally overfeed, leading to higher food costs and potential health problems for their pets. Follow the feeding guidelines on the bag (or as recommended by your vet) and measure portions carefully.

11. CHECK OUT PET FOOD BANKS For families in a real pinch, local pet food banks can be a lifesaver. Many communities have organizations that provide free or low-cost pet food to those in need. Check with local animal shelters or rescue groups to see what resources are available in your area. 12. TRADE SERVICES FOR SUPPLIES If you have a skill or service to offer -- like dog walking, pet sitting or grooming -- consider bartering with friends or neighbors in exchange for pet food or supplies. It’s a creative way to save money and help others. 13. JOIN ONLINE COMMUNITIES Facebook groups or neighborhood apps like Nextdoor often have members looking to re-home unopened pet food their pets didn’t like. These groups can be a great source for local deals or giveaways. When it comes to pets, love and care go beyond a price tag. With these strategies, you can lighten the financial load while ensuring your furry friend remains wellfed and happy. After all, they’re part of the family -- and they deserve the best, even in tough times. Mary invites you to visit her at EverydayCheapskate.com, where this column is archived complete with links and resources for all recommended products and services. Mary invites questions and comments at https:// www.everydaycheapskate.com/contact/, “Ask Mary.” This column will answer questions of general interest, but letters cannot be answered individually. Mary Hunt is the founder of EverydayCheapskate.com, a frugal living blog, and the author of the book “DebtProof Living.” COPYRIGHT 2024 CREATORS.COM

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Readers Share Creative Post-Holidays Tips and Tricks BY MARY HUNT I have so enjoyed the unique holiday tips and tricks you, my dear readers, have sent my way during the holidays. Over and again I find myself saying, “Wow! Why didn’t I think that?” A few weeks before Christmas, I was boiling mad at myself when I opened boxes marked “Christmas” to find supplies of cards, tags and gift wrap purchased on sale, then promptly forgotten. By then, I’d repurchased so many of the things I had already. You can be sure I’ve already noted where my bargain-priced holiday paper goods are on Oct. 31 of my 2025 calendar, along with a printed copy of this column! You’ll understand as you read on.

MAKE MEMORIES Once Christmas is over for another year, I scrapbook all the photos and handmade cards we receive. It’s great to look back over the years at all our friends

(cleaned and dried) to store my Christmas bows. I use one for red, another for green and the other two for gold and mixed colors. I can stack them in storage and my bows stay new-looking all year. I reuse these bows for several years. -- Gwen

TREE SKIRT I purchased a round Christmas tablecloth at the local thrift store for 75 cents. I laundered it and have been using it for the past three years as a tree skirt. It is large enough that I just fold it in half and wrap it around the tree holder, meeting in the back. It is reusable, beautiful and easy to clean. -- Darlene GIFT OF PHOTOGRAPHY We have wanted family portraits for a long time now, so last summer we told our family members that we were going to make an appointment for a family photo session. The photographer took photos of individuals, small family groups and our large family. We told everyone we would pay for the session, and we called it a Christmas gift but said it was something that we wanted for ourselves. Everyone loved the idea. They were able to purchase any pictures they wanted from the studio. When Christmas rolled around, I still had the urge to give gifts, so I simply bought everyone a picture frame. -- Melissa

and relatives as they grow. So much creativity goes into some of these cards. The scrapbook is with all my other photo albums, so I don’t have to wait until the Christmas decorations come out of storage to see them. -- Vicky

FILED UNDER HALLOWEEN Like many people, I buy my Christmas cards and other paper goods after the holidays when they are on sale. Instead of storing them with my Christmas decorations, I put them with my Halloween decorations. When I open the bin in mid-October, I have at least eight weeks to write a well-considered greeting to each recipient and still get them mailed on time. -- Rosemary

CANNED BOWS I use the large Christmas popcorn tins

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tic to finish wrapping gifts. I used a lot of gift bags but had run out of tissue. Then I remembered all the Kohl’s and JCPenney ads that had run in the newspapers. They were all the right colors: red, green and white. I ran them through my paper shredder and had free filler for my gift bags. My recipients were very impressed with my “green” wrapping. -- Jo ORNAMENT STORAGE I have lots of small, breakable ornaments that I’ve collected over the years. They easily get lost in tissue and the commercial ornament boxes are too large and bulky. A friend gave me a great idea -- egg cartons. I save my egg cartons and put the ornaments in each cup of the carton. They stack nicely in my Christmas storage boxes with my other decorations. -- Betty

FAMILY TREASURE My sister-in-law created a cookbook for Christmas this year. She’s asked everyone in the family to submit five dessert recipes. Next year it will be a different category. She is compiling the cookbook this year and will only need to print out the new recipes each year in the future. -- Tracy TREE HANDLER We have an artificial Christmas tree that requires bending out the branches after it is set up to make the tree look bushy. I keep a pair of inexpensive cotton garden gloves in the tree box so handling the branches is more comfortable. I also use the gloves to squeeze the branches closed before putting it away. -- Margie GIFT OF LAUGHTER A few years ago, we decided to be creative with Christmas gifts for our two adult sons. We went through boxes of things they’d left behind, gathering some of their old childhood “treasures” like “Animaniacs” figures, an old neck-

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erchief, metronome, a college mug and prom mementos. We wrap them as Christmas presents. One of our sons conveniently left behind a birthday gift in August. He got it again for Christmas. One year I found school papers from their very early years of school. I put them in three-ring binders and wrapped them up. The boys loved reading their work from second and third grade. We’ve had more laughs and fun with these “free” gifts than with the gifts we purchase. -- Leslie Mary invites you to visit her at EverydayCheapskate.com, where this column is archived complete with links and resources for all recommended products and services. Mary invites questions and comments at https://www.everydaycheapskate.com/contact/, “Ask Mary.” This column will answer questions of general interest, but letters cannot be answered individually. Mary Hunt is the founder of EverydayCheapskate.com, a frugal living blog, and the author of the book “DebtProof Living.” COPYRIGHT 2024 CREATORS.COM

Winter weather is welcomed by some and loathed by others. Some want to hibernate until the mercury rises and the warm sun returns, while others relish in the crisp air, fluffy snow and the absence of insects.

Wintertime activities are numerous and include everything from ice hockey to snowshoeing. However, nothing beats an afternoon of sledding for active families. Believe it or not, the first sleds traveled on sand instead of snow.

Historians say the earliest evidence of sledding dates back to ancient Egypt, where carved rock sleds were used for convenience and labor needs. But it was Russian aristocrats who created the first recreational sledding events in the 1650s. Youth would carve large blocks out of ice and traverse hills on wooden tracks. Eventually more modern sleds were used on snow directly, and children from all social classes and around the globe got their thrills from downhill adventures. On snowy days, scores of children and their parents often take to neighborhood hills to test their sledding skills and feel the breeze blowing by. While sledding can be exciting, it also has the potential to be dangerous. People can follow these sledding safety tips to reduce the risk of sledding injury. • Pick a safe sled that has brakes and can be steered. Make sure that all sledding equipment is in good condition. • Choose gently sloping hills with a level run-off at the end so the sled can safely come to a stop. • Avoid hills with obstacles, such as rocks and trees.

• Sledding participants should always wear helmets. • Always sled feet-first. Going down a hill head-first is a recipe for serious injury. • Do not sled around ponds, streams or lakes that appear frozen. They may not be solid and drowning or hypothermia can occur if sledders enter the water. • Dress warmly and wear thick gloves or mittens and heavy boots. This clothing can protect against frostbite and injury. • Avoid hills that end near a street or parking lot. • Everyone should go down the hill one at a time with only one person riding on the sled. The only exception is for adults with young children. • Don’t ever pull a sled with a moving vehicle like a snowmobile or all-terrain vehicle. • Sled only during the day or in well-lit areas at night. Sledding is an entertaining activity this time of year. All sledders should keep safety in mind before hitting the hills.

Family-friendly resolutions to pursue together There are plenty of resolutions that families can enjoy together. Undertaking goals as a family unit can create an accountability that keeps everyone on track. Here are some resolutions to think about making right now. • Eating healthier meals together can move everyone’s personal health in the right direction. Start by adding a fruit or vegetable to every meal and try whole grains or a new grain, like quinoa. Small changes can add up to big gains and healthy results. • Transform negative thinking pat-

SOCIAL SECURITY AND YOU Continued from page 4 all long since passed away. Second, the SSA has flagged those SSNs (and other famous or infamous numbers) so that if anyone ever tried using them, they would be instantly investigated. If you have a Social Security question, Tom Margenau has two books with all the answers. One is called “Social Security -- Simple and Smart: 10 Easy-to-Understand Fact Sheets That Will Answer All Your Questions About Social Security.” The other is “Social Security: 100 Myths and 100 Facts.” You can find the books at Amazon.com or other book outlets. Or you can send him an email at thomas.margenau@comcast.net. . COPYRIGHT 2024 CREATORS.COM

terns into positive ones. The family can keep gratitude journals, highlighting things in their lives they are grateful for or actions that make each person proud. • Collectively aim to get more sleep each night. This may be achieved by turning electronics off earlier each night and spending the hour or two before bed engaged in lighthearted conversation or stress-busting activities like reading books. • Plan for screen-free family time each day so that everyone can engage without the distractions of social media, work, friends, and other digital activities.

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Tween Tuesday Grades 4–7 met December 17 with Party Art Studio. This program was funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Upcoming January Library Programs for Children

These programs are for children ages birth through Grade 5. Registration is required. Due to continuing technical issues with Eventkeeper, please visit https://www.gardencitypl.org/calendar to view our Event Calendar. Links are available on this webpage to our new temporary

program registration forms. These programs are for children ages birth through Grade 5. Registration is required. Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) for availability. Check our website for updates! • Monday, January 6, at 4:00 p.m.: Inclusive Storytime Elementary, Grades 2–5 • Wednesday, January 8, at

Duplo Lego for ages 2–5 (not in kindergarten) will meet January 8 at 1:30 p.m. This program was funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library. 1:30 p.m.: Duplo Lego, Ages 2–5 (Not In Kindergarten). • Saturday, January 11, at 10:00 a.m.: A Time For Kids Ages 2–5 (Not In Kindergarten) • Tuesday, January 14, at 4:00 p.m.: Lego Club, Grades 2–5 • Saturday, January 25, at 12:00 p.m.: Tiny Song Birds

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GC Library New reservation system for museum passes holiday hours The Garden City Public Library will have modified hours in observance of New Year’s as follows: Tuesday, December 31 New Year’s Eve - 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, January 1 New Year’s Day - Library is closed all day. The Library will reopen on Thursday, January 2, regular time.

Some important changes are coming to the Library’s Museum Pass program. As the new year begins, the Garden City Public Library has a new system for all museum pass reservations. We are moving to a different software called Lib-Cal, which will require you to use your library PIN code. It will be necessary for you to verify or create your Library Card PIN number in person at the Circulation desk at the library, which will only take a few moments. You can also get a library card or renew your card at the Circulation desk as well. This change is necessary due to the sunsetting of the previous program Tixkeeper by the vendor, Plymouth Rocket. There is no change at this time to the Museum Passes being offered. Printable passes from home will continue to be available. The physical passes remain the same

and you will still need to pick these up at the Reference desk. The Museum Passes are generously funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library. If you have any questions, or need additional information, please contact the Adult Services Reference desk at (516)742-8405 ext. 5236 or email us at Speakingofbooks@gardencitypl.org. In addition, in the near future we will be using Lib-Cal for the Library online calendar and program registration. Eventkeeper will no longer be in service. Until Lib-Cal is fully set up and running, we ask that you continue to check out the web page at Gardencitypl.org and go to the section entitled “Calendar.” Information on how to register for each program is fully explained and available there on the website. Staff will be available to assist by phone or at the

desks if you have any questions. You will also find our new printable calendar of Library programs for all ages available for you to view online, print, or pick up at the Library. Each calendar contains programs for all ages, from toddler to adult, and is conveniently color coded so you can find your desired age group easily. This calendar will be continuously updated online via a cloud-based link. The calendar will also be online on the website, on our Facebook page, and available as a hard copy at each service desk on the main floor of the Library. We thank you for your patience as we move to this system, and are always available to answer your questions by phone, email, or in person at the Adult Services Desk.

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News from the Garden City Public Library stress reduction and pain management. It’s a wonderful form of self-care, which supports physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well-being to improve the body’s natural healing ability. To register, please go to www.gardencitypl.org/calendar. For additional information contact Adult Services at (516)7428405 ext. 5236 or email speakingofbooks@ gardencitypl.org. This program is funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Operatalks with Tanisha Mitchell “La Bohème”

The film “Thelma” will be screened at the Garden City Public Library on Monday, January 6.

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

January 2025

1/6/25: “Thelma” - 97 Mins., 2024 1/13/25: “Cabrini” - 142 Mins., 2024 1/20/25: “Ordinary Angel” - 118 Mins., 2024 1/27/25: “Arsenic & Old Lace” - 118 Mins., 2024

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

Mah-Jongg

Thursday, January 16, Saturday, January 18 (New!), Thursday, January 30 from 10 a.m. to noon in the Large Meeting Room Players will be required to bring their own games and registration will be required on Eventkeeper (www. gardencitypl.org). For additional information contact Adult Services at (516) 742-8405 ext. 5236 or email speakingofbooks@gardencitypl.org.

January Programs

More programs and information will be available soon.

Reiki with Kathleen Gunning

Tuesday, January 7, and Tuesday, January 28, from 7 – 8 pm in the Large Meeting Room Start the New Year off with an introduction to Reiki. Reiki promotes relaxation,

Sunday, January 12, from 2 p.m.–3 p.m. in the Large Meeting Room “La Bohème” continues to be one of Giacomo Puccini’s hits with memorable music and characters. This opera is about a beautiful love affair between poet Rodolfo and seamstress Mimi during Christmas in Paris. Tanisha Mitchell is the founder and CEO of Operatalks (operatalks.com), an arts outreach company that brings a new spin on opera lectures by using technology, artifacts, and even her own singing to teach and inspire audiences. Her outreach continues to grow on the east coast from Long Island to Florida through libraries, community centers and beyond. No registration is required. This program is funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Learn to Speak Italian with Retired GCHS Teacher Mrs. Lea Brunetti 8-Week Program Series

Fridays, January 10, January 17, January 24, January 31, February 7, February 14, February 21, February 28, 11 a.m.–12 p.m. in the Small Meeting Room Retired Italian teacher from Garden City High School Mrs. Lea Brunetti will be teaching beginner Italian in an eightweek series. Come join us as we start to learn the beautiful language of Italian with an experienced teacher! We promise there will be no tests! Just some fun! Maybe this will inspire a trip to Italy? Who knows! Non vedo l'ora di vederti! (I look forward to seeing you!) Grazie! To register, please go to www.gardencitypl.org/calendar. For additional information contact Adult Services at (516)742-8405 ext. 5236 or email speakingofbooks@gardencitypl.org. This program is funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Dennis Raverty Art Lecture on “The Mysteries of Chirico The Reluctant Surrealist”

Tuesday, January 14, from 2 p.m.–-3 p.m. in the

Large Meeting Room Join Dennis Raverty in a lecture about Giorgio de Chirico’s work. Chirico is among the most enigmatic of early 20th century painters. His strange “metaphysical” pictures executed during the First World War and shortly thereafter capture an uncanny, poetic world of lonely, haunted piazzas and melancholy streets with dreamlike distortions and juxtapositions of time, scale and perspective. Although idolized by the Surrealists, he later denounced his early work and turned to classicism. No registration is required. For additional information contact Adult Services at (516)742-8405 ext. 5236 or email speakingofbooks@gardencitypl.org.

Chairobics and Strength with Debbie Kryzminski

Wednesdays, January 22, January 29, February 5, February 12, February 19, February 26 12 p.m.–1 p.m. in the Large Meeting Room Debbie Kryzminski from Fitness Figures, NY, Inc. will be teaching “Chairobics and Strength.” This program covers strength training, balance, coordination, aerobics and flexibility.Most of the exercises are performed seated in a chair. Equipment will be provided. Feel free to bring your own free weights, if you are comfortable using them. Have water available, wear clothing that you can comfortably move in and be ready to have fun! This is a six-week session; a separate registration is required for each class. To register, please go to www.gardencitypl. org/calendar or call the Reference desk at (516)742-8405 x 5236. This program is funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Organize Me - How to Manage Your Paper without Losing Your Mind

Monday, January 27, from 7–8 p.m. in the Large Meeting Room The beginning of a new year and it’s time to get organized! Join Annmarie Brogan and Marie Limpert of Organize Me of NY, LLC as they show us How to Manage Your Paper Without Losing Your Mind. This one-hour presentation will focus on: • Where to begin • Handle everyday mail quickly • Create a “Command Center” to manage short-term-active paperwork • Sort and group your papers for easy decision-making • Tackle running “to-do” lists • Develop a simple, easy to maintain filing system • Reduce stress and make tax season a breeze • Protect important legal docu-

ments and access them quickly • Establish behaviors and routines that work for you and your family This program is funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library

Defensive Driving Course with Empire Safety Council

Saturday, February 8, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Large Meeting Room Join us on Saturday, February 8, 2025, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. for a Defensive Driving Course with the Empire Safety Council. Receive 10% reduction on automobile/liability insurance and qualify for a license point reduction. Register In person at the Garden City Public Library. Space is limited, so check with the Reference Department for availability. Register separately for each person. Proper ID is required when registering an absentee party. You must bring a $33 check made payable to Empire Safety Council and current Library card with you to register. Bring your valid New York State driver's license and a pen to class.

Museum Pass Information

Print From Home for Some Passes! Through the generosity of the Friends of the Garden City Public Library, the Library offers free passes to select museums and cultural institutions. You can make a reservation to borrow a Museum Pass from one of the member institutions in our Museum Pass Program. Some museum passes are now available to print from home. If you do not have access to a printer, the library will be happy to print the pass for you. These passes will be good for one day only. Please note that not all museums participate. Passes for the following museums still need to be picked up at the Library: 9/11 Memorial & Museum, NYC (2 adults & 2 children); Empire Pass, Long Island Children’s Museum, Garden City (2 adults & 2 children); MoMA (the Museum of Modern Art), NYC (5 visitors) and Old Bethpage Village Restoration, Old Bethpage. The following Library Museum Pass rules remain in effect. • Museum passes are available only to Garden City Public Library cardholders in good standing who have signed the Museum Pass User Agreement. Museum passes may be reserved in advance and must be checked out by an adult (18 years and older) family member. • Reservations will be taken up to one month in advance of the desired date, subject to availability on a first-come, firstserved basis. Reservations can be done in person at the Reference Desk or over the phone at 516-742-8405 x5236. Additional rules and information are available at the library.

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WHAT’S NEW AT THE GARDEN CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY

It’s What’s Happening for Young Adults through the Library You Can Still Sign-Up for the Tweens and Teens Noon Year’s Eve Party!

The Tweens and Teens Department is ending the year with a bang by bringing back the Tweens and Teens Noon Year’s Eve Party! Teens can still sign-up and join us for food, snacks, and activities as we countdown to noon on New Year’s Eve at the Library! We will also have a variety of games and activities, including: • A countdown to noon with a balloon drop, noisemakers, party hats, and more • Winter, NYE, and holiday themed crafts and games • Video games like Super Smash Brothers and Mario Kart on our Nintendo Switch consoles • Karaoke with both popular music and holiday favorites • Tabletop board games like Jenga, Uno, Sorry, Foosball, Knock Hockey, etc. • Plus, hot cocoa with toppings like marshmallows, candy canes, whipped cream, and more will be served along with cookies, snacks, and soda! This program is for tweens and teens in Grades 6–12 only and will be held on Tuesday, December 31, 11 a.m.– 12:30 p.m. Registration is live online at https://www.gardencitypl.org/calendar/. Teens who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. Want to volunteer? Choose if you want to volunteer to set-up before the party, clean up after the party, or both when you sign-up! Registration is required. Space is limited, so make sure to register early to reserve your spot at the party! This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Upcoming January Library Programs for Tweens and Teens

These programs are for tweens and teens in Grades 6–12 unless otherwise noted. Registration is required for these programs. Teens who complete an online survey after specific programs can receive community service for participating. These programs have been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library. Registration is live online at https:// forms.gle/jx3hFv5Kjw15hSje6 for the following programs:

• Ongoing until Friday, February 28: Tweens and Teens Winter Reading Club (Grades 6–12) Registration is live online at https:// forms.gle/LcyVPWaQpRGLW1wPA for the following programs: • Tuesday, December 31, at 11 a.m.: Tweens and Teens Noon Year's Eve Party (Grades 6–12) Registration is live online at https:// forms.gle/EWNZ7RS8CyQ3C76T7 for the following programs: • Saturday, January 4, at 3 p.m.: Teen STEAM Workshop: Strawberry DNA with Chris Buchman (Grades 6–12) • Monday, January 6, at 3:30 p.m.: Inclusive Storytime Adventure Volunteers (Grades 9–12) Registration begins Tuesday, December 31, at 10 a.m. online at https://forms.gle/dRt5xqKirnTYA9898 for the following programs: • Tuesday, January 7 at 4PM: Teen Advisory Board (Grades 6-12) • Thursday, January 9 at 4PM: Tweens and Teens Yarn Group (Grades 4-12) • Friday, January 10 at 3:30PM: Teen Gamers (Grades 6-12)

Signups are still open for the Tweens and Teens Noon Year’s Eve Party.

Registration begins Monday, January 6, at 10 a.m. online at https:// forms.gle/5mdTECHpA8XGBp9k9 for the following program: • Monday, January 6– Friday, January 10: Bookmarks for Community Service, Week One (Grades 6–12) Registration begins Tuesday, January 7, at 10 a.m. online at https:// forms.gle/93CP3HeuRHjRipsB9 for the following programs: • Tuesday, January 14, at 3:30 p.m.: LEGO Club Volunteers (Grades 6-12) • Saturday, January 18, at 2:30 p.m.: Teen Puzzle Party (Grades 6-12)

Ongoing Take-Home Community Service Opportunities

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

Teen gamers enjoyed snacks and drinks while playing games at the Library. Teens Room. • Ongoing: Kindness Cards for Community Service - No registration required. Up to 10 cards can be submitted per volunteer monthly. • Beginning Monday, December 16, 2024 to Friday, February 28, 2024: Winter Stories for Community Service. • January 6 to Monday, May 5, 2025: Around the World Recipe Cards for Community Service.

Teens Kick-Off the Holiday Break with Teen Gamers!

Teens kicked off their holiday break on Friday, December 20, at the Library with Teen Gamers! Teens enjoyed snacks and drinks while playing games

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on the Library’s Nintendo Switch consoles, including games like Super Smash Bros. and Mario Kart 8, as well as playing board games. The Library holds gaming programs for middle schoolers and high schoolers throughout the year. Teen Gamers will be back next month on Friday, January 10, 2025. Check our programming schedule and when and how to register for events at https://www.gardencitypl. org/calendar/. Board games, including Jenga, Settlers of Catan, Ticket to Ride, Sorry, Clue, and more, are also available in the Tweens and Teens Room for patrons to use anywhere in the Library. Teen Gamers was funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

From classes to lectures and concerts to movie screenings, there's never a dull day at your local library! Check this paper each week for fun and informative all-ages activities, all for free or cheap!

Adult Evening Programs at the Field House

The Recreation Adult Programs in the Field House begin on Wednesday, October 16 according to the following schedule: Mondays - Mens’ Basketball - 7:30– 10 p.m. Wednesdays - Mens’ Basketball 7:30–10 p.m. Thursdays - Adult Volleyball - 7:30 – 10 p.m. These programs are open to residents of the Inc. Village of Garden City who have graduated high school OR adults who can show proof of graduating Garden City high school (diploma, student ID card). A picture ID is required to sign in to any program. For further information, please contact the Recreation Office at 465-4075. A fee schedule will be place for any resident adult interested in participating in Adult Activities in St. Paul’s Fieldhouse. The fee schedule is as follows: 10 Play Pass – good for any Fieldhouse sport for 10 visits, $50 5 Play Pass – good for any Fieldhouse sport for 5 visits, $25 A participant may also “pay as you go” but payment will only be accepted by check or credit card only, NO CASH ACCEPTED. “Pay as you go” prices will be $6. Passes may be purchased at the fieldhouse when arriving for your sport. Please note - A resident participant may bring in 1 non- resident guest. This rule will be strictly enforced. These guest must arrive and leave with the resident. There are no passes for nonresidents. The daily fee for the non-resident guest is $8. To purchase one of the passes, please fill out the attached application and mail to or visit the Recreation Office at 108 Rockaway Ave. You will also be able to purchase a pass from our St. Paul’s staff. All payments must be made by either a check made payable to the “Inc. Village of Garden City” or credit card only, no cash will be accepted.

St. Paul’s Fieldhouse Adult Pickleball Program

Pickleball began again in St. Paul’s Fieldhouse on Tuesday, September 17. This program is open to Garden City residents only, Tuesdays through Fridays, 9:30 to noon. Each session will consist of open play with everyone attending round robining in to play. If you attend the first session you must pay again to stay for the second session. There will be no reserving of courts for individual play. A monitor will be available for any person wishing to learn the game. The fee schedule to attend is as follows: 10 Play Pass – good for any Fieldhouse sport for 10 visits, $50 5 Play Pass – good for any Fieldhouse

sport for 5 visits, $25 A participant may also “pay as you go”. “Pay as you go” prices will be $6. To purchase one of the passes, please visit the Recreation Office at 108 Rockaway Ave. You will also be able to purchase a pass from our St. Paul’s staff at the time of attendance. Check or credit card payment is preferred.

Programs with Pioneer Sports!

Pioneer’s “Super Sports Program” is a 3-day multi-sports camp held on Monday, Thursday and Friday during the winter break (12/23–1/3). To attend the program for all 6 days, the cost is $315. You may also register for individual days which costs $60 per day. The program will take place at the St. Paul’s Fieldhouse from 9 a.m.- 12 p.m. To register please visit https://pioneersports. leagueapps.com/camps/ Join Pioneer Sports for fun filled multi-sport camps at the St. Paul’s Fieldhouse on January 20 and January 29. This program is open to children in grades K–5 and will take place from 9 a.m.–12 p.m. Cost of the program is $60 per child per day. To register, visit Https://pioneersports.leagueapps.com/ events/

Indoor Track Hours at Cluett Hall

Mondays: 1 p.m.–8 p.m. Tuesdays: 9 a.m.–12 p.m. and 5 p.m.– 9 p.m. Wednesdays: 9 a.m.–12 p.m.; 1 p.m.– 4 p.m. and 5 p.m.-9 p.m. Thursdays: 9 a.m.–12 p.m. and 1 p.m.–8 p.m. Fridays: 9 a.m.–12 p.m.; 2 p.m.–4 p.m. and 5 p.m.–8 p.m. Saturdays: 1 p.m.–5 p.m. *Walk at your own risk **Hours are subject to change*

Winter Job Opportunity

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

Chess Wizards for the Winter Season

Garden City Recreation and Parks has again partnered with the very popular “Chess Wizards” to offer after school programs for Garden City children ages 5 through 12 who want to learn the game of chess! Chess Wizards is a fun way to have kids experience the excitement of chess.

Kids will play in mini tournaments, have interactive lessons with chess pros and play cool chess variants like bug house. It is proven that chess enhances cognitive development in children, improves both verbal and mathematical skills, and increases all levels of academic performance! Playing chess stimulates the mind and helps children strengthen skills such as focusing, visualizing goals, abstract thinking, and forming concrete opinions. Instructors (who are called “Wizards”) provide all the materials necessary for your child to participate in the class and no additional purchase is required to attend. All students will receive a trophy, puzzle folder and wizard’s t-shirt. Come join the fun!!! Classes will be on Tuesdays from 4–5 p.m. beginning 1/21 and ending 3/18. The cost of this 9-week session is $241. Classes will be held in St. Paul’s Cottages. To register for this program please visit the Chess Wizards website at www. chesswizards.com.

Multisport Winter Break Program at St. Paul's

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

Stay Up to Date On All Things Recreation!

Follow our new Instagram and Facebook “GardenCityRecreation” for all Recreation content! Any questions regarding programs or facilities can be directed to our new Recreation email, GCRec@gardencityny.net .

Winter Swim Lessons at Adelphi University

Registration ongoing Youth swim lessons for Village residents will be held at the Adelphi Pool on Saturday mornings beginning December 7. The program runs for 9 weeks. Fee for this program is $150 per child. Registration begins Friday, November 22. • You may register online if you have an account with Recreation Dept. • If registering by mail please include a check with the registration form • If registering in person you may pay by check or credit card. • Checks are to be made payable to: Inc. Village of Garden City Please note: Your child must be six years of age by the start of the program to participate For more information or a registration form go to: www.gardencityrecre-

ation.org Dates of Classes: Dec 7, 14, 21; Jan 4, 18, 25; Feb 1, 8, 15; Make-up date March 1

Winter After School Program is Back!

Garden City Recreation and Parks is excited to announce our annual after school program for grades K-6! Kindergarten and 1st grade will be held on Tuesdays, 2nd and 3rd will be held on Wednesdays, and 4th–6th grades will be held on Thursdays beginning the week of December 3. The cost is $100 for the 9-week session. Space is limited and fills up very quick! Registration is accepted online, if you have an account or at the Recreation Office at 108 Rockaway Ave.

Coming Events for the Holiday Season:

New Year’s Eve Celebration for Kids! – * Family Show!

Tuesday, December 31, at 12 noon in Cluett Hall Featuring entertainment by Jester Jim! * Please make reservations to attend family shows by calling the Recreation Office at 516 465-4075. Registration began on Wednesday, December 11. Family events are free of charge.

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 9 to December 20.

Family Fun Times on Sundays

On Sunday afternoons beginning January 5, St. Paul’s Field House will be open for “Family Fun” for Village of Garden City families. This open time provides the opportunity for families to enjoy various gym activities in an indoor environment. The gym will be available for use from 2:45 to 4:45 p.m. each Sunday until March 9. This time is designated for family time only. No organized practices or workouts will be allowed. Although there will be staff to monitor activity, this is not a drop off program. We ask that all elementary and middle school aged children must be accompanied by an adult/guardian. For the safety of our users, sports involving paddle, stick, or bat equipment will not be allowed.

Registration for the Winter Session of the Ultimate Workout

Registration December 9.

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Tennis Ultimate Workout

12 sessions – 1. 5-hour classes ** FEE: $350. (A fun way to drill for the experienced tennis player) Continued on page 33

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Fencers compete at Brentwood Holiday Invitational

The day-long event was a great experience for all! The annual invitation only Brentwood Holiday Tournament was held on Saturday December 14. at Brentwood High School. Over 350 fencers from Nassau, Suffolk, and Westchester competed in Men’s and Women’s Épée, Foil and Saber. The format differs from a high school meet in that it more closely follows a USA Fencing Regulation Tournament. The fencers are seeded based on their rating or experience, and the competition is one round of pools which are 5 to 6 bouts, each 5 points, or touches. 100% of the competitors are then re-seeded based on their pool results and promoted to a Direct Elimination (“DE”) table which are 15 points (touches) each. As each DE bout is won, the fencer moves on to the next table (“tableau”), or bracket (similar to basketball brackets in post season). Medals are awarded

Ronan Comerford on the strip.

through 8th place. For the men, this year’s competitors were: Épée: captain and junior Ronan Comerford, junior Keathan Ho and sophomore Justin Rivera. Foil: captain and senior Trey Plastaras, junior Henry Conlon and freshman Miles Luk. Saber: captain and senior Matteo Schettino, freshman Colin Chan and junior Matthew Isobe-Russell competed. For the women, Épée: captain and junior Olivia Allsbrook, senior Madeline O’Brien and junior Nicole Geiger. Foil: co-captains and seniors Eva Mangal and Maggie Narula and sophomore Elsie Ross. Saber: sophomores Isabelle Denoto, Kate Koczko and Shannon Walsh. In Épée, Keathan Ho and Justin Rivera completed their pool bouts and won their 15 touch Direct Elimination bouts, advancing to the Table of 32,

Matteo Schettino on the attack.

Elsie Ross and Trey Plastaras consult during Direct Elimination.

Maggie Narula and Eva Mangal after pool bouts.

Trey Plastaras, silver medal winner, Men’s Foil.

Olivia Allsbrook gets ready for a bout. bringing the 22nd and 25th place finishes to Garden City out of 56 competitors. Ronan Comerford gave a good fight narrowly losing his first DE 14-15. Olivia Allsbrook had a strong showing after winning four of her six pool bouts and then triumphing in her first two Direct Elimination bouts, landing her a notable 15th place finish out of 56 fencers.

The teams after a long day of competition. In Saber, Matteo Schettino won five of six pool bouts and also won his first DE with an impressive 15-3, earning him 18th place out of 55 competitors. On foil, Henry Conlon won his first DE bout, placing him in the table of 32. Trey Plastaras swept his pool bouts easily, earning him a “bye” in the first Direct Elimination, and proceeded to win in

tables of 32, 16, 8, and then again in the semi-final. In the final, he earned the silver medal falling to a formidable opponent who had the incredible luck of their own club coach reffing the final bout. In Women’s Foil, Elsie Ross crushed her first DE, giving her a 24th place finish out of 57 fencers. The fencers were supported by

coaches Ryan Boelsen and Alyssa Blackford and épée captain Emily Cook, who helped coach the girls’ team. We are proud of the efforts of all of our team members and appreciate those who did not compete this year but cheered on their teammates. The day-long event was a great experience for all!

GARDEN CITY RECREATION AND PARK NEWS Continued from page 31 Please note: Ultimate Workout is geared to the intermediate and advanced level player Meeting Dates: Saturdays: January 11, 18, 25; February 1, 8, 15; March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; April 5 No Class on Feb 22 Time: 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon No online registration accepted. Please sign up in person or mail a check with below form, to the Recreation Office at 108 Rockaway Avenue. Registration is on a first come - first served basis. Space is limited.

Garden City Recreation Children’s Tennis Lessons, Winter 2024–25

The Garden City Department of Recreation and Parks is pleased to announce the start of the WINTER children’s tennis program. Registration is ongoing and classes begin on Monday, January 13. All classes are held at the Community Park indoor tennis center and are available to Garden City residents’ ages 4 through 16 years old. How to register: • In person at the Recreation Office (108 Rockaway Ave). The recreation office is open M – F from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. You can download a regis-

tration form at our website: gardencityrecreation.org. • By Mail: Mail in your registration form and check to the Recreation Office. • Register online at www. gcreconline.gardencityny.net .You need a password to register online. If you do not have a password please go to the Recreation office, with proof of residency, to receive one. If paying by check, please make check payable to Inc. Village of Garden City If paying by credit card please use: Mastercard, Visa or Discover. We do not

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accept American Express at this time. For more information, call the Recreation Office at 516 465-4075 ***Non-resident children who attend Garden City Public Schools can register for tennis lessons beginning December 11. Registration must be done by mail or in person at the Recreation Office. Those who would like to register for our tennis program must prove they attend one of the Garden City Public Schools. Proof must accompany registration. An additional $50 fee will pertain to anyone in this category. Make checks payable to the “Inc. Village of Garden City”

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Fencers compete at Brentwood Holiday Invitational

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Monday Night Duplicate Bridge Results The winners of the Monday, Dec.16, duplicate bridge games:

North / South:

1st Place: Athena Philippides and Carol Cook

East / West:

1st Place: Terry Schoenig and Tommie Dodge Reminder - The next bridge night will be Monday, January 6.

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

Chair Yoga

Sunday May 4: “Fiddler On the Roof” (Argyle Theatre) Sunday, June 8: “Legally Blonde” (Madison Theatre at Molloy University) Sunday, August 3: “The Music Man” (Argyle Theatre)

St. Francis Outreach Bus

Trip to Argyle Theatre to See “Jersey Boys”

Art Class

Events

Exciting new art class lead by instructor Julia, at the Senior Center, Thursdays at 10:00-11:00, beginning January 23. Come and learn how to paint different textures and patterns, no experience necessary. Take away a custom designed bookmark, after the 10 week session. $140 check made payable to “Inc Village of Garden City”. Register at the Senior Center or Recreation office.

Trip to West Point

Portraits

Save the Dates for Future Trips:

New chair yoga schedule for Tania at the senior center. Beginning Friday, January 10, she is adding an additional Chair Yoga Class at 11:30–12:30 as well as a Meditation Class at 12:30– 1:00. This is in addition to her Tuesday 9:45–10:45 Chair Yoga class. St Francis Outreach Bus will be at the Senior Center on Monday, January 13, for free health screenings from 10:00–2:00. No appointments necessary.

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for lunch, both required at time of registration. Deadline: January 17. Register by visiting the front desk of the Senior Center.

Tuesday, June 10 Trip to West Point for a tour and lunch at the Thayer Hotel. Tuesday, June 10, charter bus leaves from across the street from the Senior Center at 8:00 a.m., and it will depart West Point to return home at 3:00. To register visit the Senior Center, $153.oo check made payable to “Amazing Destinations”.

Trip to Nassau County Museum of Art

Trip to the Nassau County Museum of Art and lunch at Mim’s. Friday, January 24, bus leaves from across the street from the Senior Center at 10:45, guided tour at 11:30, then Lunch at Mim’s in Roslyn at 1:15. Cost: $20 check made payable to “Nassau County Museum of Art” and $40 cash

Trip to the Argyle Theatre to see Jersey Boys, and have lunch at La Famiglia restaurant, in Babylon. Saturday, March 8. Our new recreation bus departs from across the street from the Senor Center at 11:00, lunch is at 12:00, performance at 2:30. Register at the Senior Center front desk, $67.00 check made payable to ‘The Argyle Theatre” and $50 cash for lunch, also paid at time of registration.

Happy New Year Luncheon

Wednesday, January 8, at 12:00 Ring in the new year with a delicious luncheon of hot food catered by Garden City Pizza. Register at the front desk of the Senior Center, $15 a person. Cash only, please. Space is limited.

Chess 4 Community

Join us for Chess 4 Community’s Play and Learn at the Senior Center, every other Friday 3:00–4:00 beginning December 6. The dates for January are January 10 and January 24. All ages and levels are welcome. No registration is required, just stop by and play!

Senior Center Lunch Group

Join our Senior Center Lunch Group at 12:30-3:30 on Wednesdays, or, if you miss your pool friends, join the Garden City Pool Chat Group at the center, on Thursdays beginning at 1:00-3:30. For both groups, coffee and tea will be served, just bring your lunch and chat!!

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Wishing Everyone a Happy New Year! 2 0 2 4 F E AT U R E D S A L E S 106 Meadbrook Road, Garden City, NY 1106 Cathedral Avenue, Franklin Square, NY 855 Schuman Place, Baldwin, NY 311 N. Rutherford Avenue, Massapequa, NY 35 Sugar Tom’s Ridge, East Norwich, NY 3538 Southview Avenue, Wantagh, NY

37 Brompton Road, Garden City, NY 200 Brompton Road, Garden City, NY 24 Bayberry Avenue, Garden City, NY 107 Roxbury Road, Garden City, NY 111 Cherry Valley Avenue, #312, Garden City, NY 301 Franklin Avenue, #102, Garden City, NY

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156 Orchid Road, Levittown, NY 100 Cambridge Avenue, Garden City, NY 65 Roxbury Road, Garden City, NY 322 Harvard Road, Garden City, NY 70 Ochard Street, Lindenhurst, NY

“We had the pleasure of working with Cheryl as our realtor, for the third time, and we couldn’t be more grateful for her help. From the very beginning, she was attentive, knowledgeable, and incredibly patient. Cheryl made the entire process of buying and selling a home very smooth. She was always available to answer our questions and went above and beyond to make sure we found the perfect place. We never felt pressured to do anything. Her expertise and genuine care for her clients really set her apart. We highly recommend Cheryl to anyone looking for a dedicated and trustworthy realtor!” - Zainab & Talib “Cheryl Trimboli is nothing short of amazing! She is the consummate professional. She is extraordinarily knowledgable, profoundly patience, and incredibly kind. Her only goal was to look after our interests, guide us with wisdom and insight, and to make sure we were taken care of from start to finish. I recommend her enthusiastically, unequivocally, and without reservation. She is as extraordinary as a real estate agent as she is as a person. I simply can’t say enough about how extraordinary she is in every way!”- Peter & Mandy

C O N TA C T C H E R Y L T O E X P E R I E N C E C L I E N T C O M M I T M E N T ! CHERYL TRIMBOLI Associate Real Estate Broker Gold Circle of Excellence 516.248.6655, c.516.647.9971 cheryltrimboli@danielgale.com cheryltrimboli.danielgale.com

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Garden City and Wyndham Resale 102 Seventh Street, Garden City, NY | 516.248.6655 | danielgale.com PENDIN G

Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 2-bath. MLS# L3586859. $899,000.

Garden City, NY 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath. MLS# L3586884. $1,099,000.

SOLD

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Garden City, NY 5-bedroom, 3.55-bath. MLS# L3575933. $2,888,000.

PENDING

Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 4.55-bath. MLS# L3563014. $3,299,000.

Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath. MLS# L3588293. $1,560,000.

Garden City, NY 3-bedroom, 3-bath. MLS# L3563277. $1,688,000.

Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath. MLS# L3581188. $1,748,000.

Rockville Centre, NY 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath. MLS# L3531818. $1,399,000.

Rockville Centre, NY 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath. MLS# L3561270. $1,468,000.

PENDING

Floral Park, NY 3-bedroom, 3-bath. MLS# L3592160. $1,275,000.

REN TAL

SOLD

Wyndham East, #908 Garden City, NY 1-bedroom, 1.5-bath. MLS# L3549856. $685,000.

SO LD

Wyndham East, #M17 Garden City, NY 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath. MLS# L3593142. $950,000.

Wyndham West, #PH2 Garden City, NY 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath. MLS# L3579709. $2,500,000.

Wyndham West, #M8 Garden City, NY 1-bedroom, 1.5-bath. MLS# L3585126. $4,500/mo.

REN TAL

Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 3-bath. MLS# 805421. $8,500/mo.

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