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CHRISTMAS IS COMING

BY RIKKI N. MASSAND After 44 years at the helm and several months of uproar over the treatment of a recognized sports leader in the village, ‘official word’ signaling the end of Rich Smith’s era as GCHS baseball head coach came through a 4-0 board vote (with one board member absent) on Tuesday night, November 15 at Stratford School. Dave Izzo, the former JV baseball coach, was approved as the new varsity head coach and Ray Chaputian was approved as assistant varsity baseball coach during the monthly school board meeting. Although several former GCHS baseball players as well as current players and their parents have written Letters to the Editor, posted comments online, emailed school officials and attended board of education meetings from June through August seeking answers about the way in which the district decided to move on from Coach Smith, the vote was uncontested and no more about the baseball coaches was spoken at the board meeting. No member of the community out of a dozen See page 28

Check gifts off your list as you shop Friday Dec. 9 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and again in the evening at the “Sip and Shop” from 6 - 9 p.m., all in the St. Joseph School gym (entrance at 4th Street and Franklin Ave). There will be festive treats and raffles as well. Don’t forget to bring an unwrapped toy for Toys for Tots! (Vendors please contact president@sjspta.com)

Board denies tax exemption for firefighters BY RIKKI N. MASSAND At the board of education’s monthly meeting held Tuesday night, November 15 at Stratford School a proposal to provide a tax exemption for certain residents was discussed. Garden City Fire Chief William Castoro had emailed School Board President Angela Heineman earlier this month to request, on behalf of the volunteer firefighters who live in Garden City, for

the school board to grant firefighters a property tax exemption. That idea did not resonate with the board, but elaboration on reasons against tax exemptions continued from prior school years when exemptions came up, with one prominent example. “They (firefighters) already receive a 10 percent property tax exemption from Nassau County as well as from the village. They are asking the school board to consider granting volunteer fire-

fighters who reside in Garden City with the same exemption,” Heineman announced Tuesday night. Before the new request for firefighters was denied by lack of any board motion or resolution, Heineman explained the history of requests for “status-based tax exemptions” that have come before the school district in the past few years, most notably with the Alternative Veteran’s Tax Exemption, last discussed at See page 45

School Board faces another coaching controversy BY RIKKI N. MASSAND

There’s more ‘to wrestle with’ as far as hiring coaches in Garden City go as the ultimate icon of wrestling in the village was denied a chance to impact the 2016-2017 GCHS wrestling program and instead, a novice was appointed as assistant coach at the school board’s November 15 meeting despite residents in attendance delivering their concerns to the board. Dave Foxen -- the only All-American wrestler to hail from Garden City’s school district – was at Tuesday’s meeting with his wife Leslie, and he followed three other parents who spoke to the school board about the decision to hire Brad Hepworth as the varsity wrestling assistant coach for the current season, which started on November 7. Foxen was a U.S. National Team wrestler in the 1970s, but first he’s a village lifer: a 1970 graduate of Garden City High whose mother graduated from the same school in 1942. He currently is an assistant wrestling coach for Port Washington High School, where he’s worked for the past seven seasons, and prior to that he was an assistant at nearby Chaminade until 2009. The Foxens currently have a son in high school wrestling as well. See page 28

West End Tree Lighting planned for December 2nd PAGE 20 GC Foundation plans pre-tree lighting celebration PAGE 18

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A WORD FROM THE PUBLISHER

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

On Giving Thanks

Since this is our last issue before Thanksgiving, we’d like to wish our readers a happy holiday. For many, next week will be filled with planning for the big meal, traveling, greeting loved ones and enjoying the company of those we love best. But for some folks, Thanksgiving is a tough time of year, whether for economic reasons, or from having experienced a personal loss. Those of us who are blessed with having a stable comfortable home life should be grateful for our blessings, but we should also do more. Several weeks ago we were picking up coffees for the office in a Dunkin Donuts when we noticed a woman sit-

ting near the exit, trying to look as inconspicuous as possible. From her belongings she appeared to be homeless. It suddenly struck us to wonder what her life must be like, that she feared being kicked out of a store, and having no place where she was wanted. We could go back to our comfortable office and our comfortable home, but this woman was afraid of being turned out on the street. Garden City has many opportunities to volunteer to serve others, and we hope that the holiday provides an impetus to join in a worthwhile volunteer activity.

THE VIEW FROM HERE:

Observations about the election - Page 9

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Setting the record straight

To the Editor, I am writing to respond to comments attributed to Kevin Kirby, the President of the CSEA Rank and File unit, in the story “Village explains raises, CSEA has more questions.” I have had the opportunity to work with Mr. Kirby for more than 2 years as we have tried to reach a contract with his unit. I have found him to be honorable and trustworthy, and a committed advocate for his membership. But I think it is important to set the record straight, and remind residents why his unit has been without a contract for a number of years. As we have previously outlined in public, the Village has reached 3 agreements with the bargaining team led by Mr. Kirby. Each of those agreements was rejected overwhelmingly by the union membership, something that is virtually unprecedented. Following the most recent rejection, a bargaining impasse was declared and the parties proceeded to fact-finding. After hearing from both sides, the fact-finder from the Public Employment Relations Board – hardly an employer-friendly entity – issued a report recommending wage proposals that were almost identical to the Village’s last offer, and health benefit contribution increases that were roughly similar in economic effect to the Village’s last offer. The Village’s offer included wage and/or bonus payments that averaged close to 1.5% per year, over and above the annual step increases the cost of which are approximately 1% of our annual salary budget. So, the Village proposal would have increased the total

wage cost to the Village by an average of roughly 2.5% per year over the life of the contract. The Village also sought to increase health insurance contributions by a total of 5% (spread over 2 years), taking employees who currently contribute nothing toward health coverage to a 5% contribution, and the balance of the unit (who currently contribute 10%) to a 15% contribution. The Village’s offer was structured so that, even with increased health contributions, employees would see an increase in their take-home pay each year. Even with these health contribution increases, the annual health costs borne by the Village would continue to increase by more than the 2% tax cap rate, even if future health costs increased only modestly. (This year, health plan costs increased 7%.) The Village’s offer, and the fact-finder’s recommendation, were similar to the contract that the Village entered into in December 2014 with its CSEA Supervisors unit. The Village believed, and the fact-finder’s recommendation supports, that its offer was fair and reasonable. Indeed, the fact-finder stated “I know this is a very bitter pill for the Union to swallow. However, every now and then, reality rears its ugly head.” With all of that said, it is important to note that CSEA Rank and File employees are the backbone of our workforce. The unit is comprised of hard-working, dedicated employees who do work that is vital to the delivery of essential Village services. But our total cost of those employees averages over $100,000 each. In a 2% tax cap world – or the 0.12% tax cap world we have this year -- there are See page 22

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BY LEXI SPERA, STUDENT The Garden City High School thespians will be performing Arsenic and Old Lace on Thursday, November 17th at 4 p.m., Friday, November 18th, and Saturday, November 19th at 7 p.m. at the Inez Spiers Auditorium. Tickets are $8 for students and senior citizens and $10 for general admission. Ticket purchases can be purchased at the door or through the website: our.show/gardencity/arsenic. A special preshow buffet dinner, free to registered Garden City senior citizens, is again being sponsored and served by members of Garden City Teachers Association. The dinner will take place in the high school library starting at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, November 17th. Kindly RSVP for the senior citizen dinner and show by calling (516) 478-2222. Arsenic and Old Lace, a black comedy, takes place in Brooklyn in the 1930s at the house of the Brewster family. Abby and Martha Brewster are the

heads of the family, a family comprised of some very peculiar personalities, who have taken up the hobby of murdering lonely men by spiking elderberry wine with poison and burying them in the cellar. Teddy, who believes he is Teddy Roosevelt and the cellar is the Panama Canal, digs the locks to bury the men and performs a funeral with his aunts. Mortimer, the aunts’ other nephew who was raised by his aunts in the house where the nefarious activities are taking place, is a drama critic who has fallen in love with his former next door neighbor. He soon finds out about his aunt’s strange, and highly illegal, pastime. He does his best to hide their “gentlemen” from the police, until his homicidal brother, Johnathan, returns home with Dr. Einstein, his alcoholic sidekick who performs plastic surgery on his face to hide Johnathan from the police. The play is a plethora of twists, turns, and hilarious obstacles that is sure to keep the audience guessing.

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Holiday Music at Adelphi

The Adelphi Chorale and Adelphi Vocal Ensemble Adelphi University Performing Arts Center (AUPAC) is pleased to announce that the Department of Music will be bringing the holiday season to life on Sunday, December 11, on the Westermann Stage of the Concert Hall, AUPAC, 1 South Avenue, Garden City. Under the direction of Karen Faust Baer, the Adelphi choral ensembles celebrate the wonder, hope and peace of the season. The program will feature works by Mendelssohn, Handel, Copland, Elgar, and a work by award winning composer Jake Ruhenstad.

AUPAC is one of Long Island’s premier cultural arts venues for entertainment of all kinds. Tickets are currently on sale and are priced at $20, with discounts available to seniors, students and alumni. Information is available at the Lucia and Steven N. Fischer Box Office at 516.877.4000 or boxoffice@adelphi.edu. Regular box office hours are Tuesday through Friday from 1:00-6:00 p.m. The box office is also open two hours before most scheduled performances.

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FROM THE MAYOR’S OFFICE By: Nicholas P. Episcopia

Special thanks

Special thanks to the William Bradford Turner Post of the American Legion of Garden City for conducting the annual Veterans Day ceremony on November 11th. We appreciate all that they do to honor and remember those men and women who have served in our armed forces in support of our country.

Annual Leaf Collection

The Departments of Public Works and Recreation and Parks began collecting leaves Monday, November 7, 2016. During the collection season, the Village’s website is updated weekly to allow residents to track the collection process. The notice is listed on the Home Page under “Notifications and Alerts.” If you have any questions concerning our leaf collection schedule, please call the Department of Public Works at 465-4003.

New Gas Mains

National Grid, in an effort to improve gas service to residents in Garden City, will be installing new gas mains on various streets in the southeast section of the Village. Site investigations and installation of the main on

Meadow Street (south of Boylston Road), Commander Avenue and Lindbergh Street has begun. The project scope is to install new gas mains on Meadow Street, Willow Street, Pine Street and Garden Street, all east of Boylston Road. Also included is Grove Street (from Meadow Street to Poplar Street), Commander Avenue and Lindbergh Street. The new gas mains will be installed via directional drilling and/or open trench methods. Localized holes will be dug to transfer house services to the new main. Some sidewalks and grass areas will be disturbed but will be fully restored by National Grid. Temporary road closures will occur to allow construction to be done. The road will be open for emergency vehicles. The project is expected to take approximately three months to complete.

Special Thanks to Village Employees

At Thanksgiving, I feel that it is

appropriate to pause for a few minutes and to reflect upon those things that we may take for granted and how fortunate we are to live in this wonderful community. In doing so, I would like to acknowledge the many employees of the Police, Fire and Public Works Departments who will work around the clock on Thanksgiving Day to assure the safety and comfort of our families. I also want to acknowledge members of the Volunteer Fire Department who remain ready to leave their homes to come to our aid. In addition, I would like to thank the Special Police and the Recreation Department for their efforts in helping out at the Annual Turkey Trot. Thank you to each of these fine people for the sacrifices they make in leaving their families during this holiday time to attend to the welfare of our residents and make Garden City a great place to live.

The Garden City Turkey Trot Race Committee will conduct its 39th annual Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving morning, November 24, 2016. Register online at www.gcturkeytrot.com. You can also register Wednesday night, November 23, 2016, at St. Paul’s from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. or on race day starting at 8:00 a.m. Please pick up your T-shirt and race bibs Wednesday night at St. Paul’s from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. The Challenger Division Run for participants with physical disabilities starts at 8:30 a.m. The 1.4 Mile Fun Run starts at 9:15 a.m. The 5 Mile Race Starts at 10:00 a.m. Course maps can be found at www.gcturkeytrot.com The Garden City Turkey Trot Race Committee is conducting this race to once again benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Muscular Dystrophy Association and The INN.

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Village Office Closed Thanksgiving

Village offices will be closed on Thursday, November 24, 2016 in observance of Thanksgiving Day. For your convenience, correspondence for the Village may be placed in the “Letter” drop slot at the front door.

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A few observations about the election BY BOB MORGAN, JR. Let me first observe that a little humility is in order for the GOP side. Mr. Trump won the presidency with around 47 percent of the popular vote. If one voter in a hundred in each state had switched to Hillary Clinton (thus producing a 2 percent swing), we would be talking about a new Democratic administration. This was a close election in an almost equally divided nation. The spirit of humility should extend to Mr. Trump’s loss of the popular vote to Ms. Clinton, but only to a degree. Ms. Clinton may well end up with a popular vote plurality of over a million ballots. On the other hand, as Newt Gingrich pointed out on Sunday, Mr. Trump won in the 49 states that do not include California by about 2 million votes. Mr. Trump simply made a decision not to contest Ms. Clinton’s majority in California since, under the winner take all rules governing the electoral college, there was no reason to make any effort there. He won under the rules that governed both candidates. Having made the point about humility, this was a great and very important victory for Donald Trump. Mr. Trump was able to understand that many people felt lost in the economic shuffle and believed that their concerns about immigration and free trade were being ignored by the urban elites and media, and who resented the relentless attempts to impose political correctness in every facet of life. Mr. Trump’s strong supporters wanted sweeping change and were not particularly persuaded by Ms. Clinton’s efforts to disqualify Trump from the presidency. And the media and entertainment complex, with its disdain for Mr. Trump and excessive optimism about Ms. Clinton’s prospects, were thoroughly rebuked. Of course, Mr. Trump also depended on more moderate traditional GOP voters who simply felt on balance that he was a better choice than Hillary and who frequently were very concerned about Supreme Court nominations. Mr. Trump, like successful candi-

dates before him, understood that he needed a coalition to prevail. With the help of key advisers like Kellyanne Conway, he managed to moderate his tone, and stayed on message in the final days. Mr. Trump certainly changed the model of how you win an election, with his relatively low budget style emphasizing large rallies rather than media buys, consultants, data collection or major get out the vote drives. This strategy may only work for Donald Trump, but this campaign will be studied for years to come. Mr. Trump’s victory is magnified by the strong Republican performance in the Senate and House. In the Senate, the party had to defend 24 of the 34 seats up for election, and losses were likely held to 2 seats for a 52-48 majority in the new Congress. In the House, the GOP only lost a handful of seats from their large majority and should have around a 240-195 majority. This means that the Democrats’ ability to oppose Mr. Trump’s proposals is limited. Democrats will only be able to filibuster legislation in the Senate that is not part of the budget process. Republicans also won the battle for the courts. Mr. Trump will nominate a conservative justice to succeed the late Antonin Scalia, which will restore the general 5-4 conservative advantage, and may well get at least one more pick during his term. The lower federal courts will also see an influx of Republican appointees. It is still hard to predict what policies Mr. Trump is going to embrace. The best guess is that he will generally combine the standard GOP low tax/low regulation mantra with a more restrictionist stance on immigration and a more protectionist posture on trade, and the erection of a wall. The long and difficult 2016 election is over. The views of a few diehard protestors notwithstanding, Americans of good will recognize we will have only one president starting on January 20 and he is Donald Trump.

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THE OFFICE CAT BY GABBY TABBY Stalking arrest: After an investigation, on November 7th Garden City Detectives arrested a 28 year old Stewart Manor man for alleged stalking incidents that occurred at the Stewart Manor Railroad. Low bridge: On November 7th Officer Federlein charged a 49 year old Virginia man with disregarding a bridge clearance sign after he struck the Nassau Boulevard Train Trestle with his truck. The truck was damaged. The bridge was reopened upon inspection by MTA personnel. Carbon monoxide alarm: On November 8th Garden City Police officers assisted the Garden City Fire Department for a report of a CO alarm activation at a Claydon Road residence. It’s a car, not a train: On November 9th Garden City Police assisted with the safe removal of a vehicle that accidentally drove on to the railroad tracks on St. James Street North from Clinton Road. MTA personnel responded to the scene and determined there was no damage to the railroad property. The driver, a 72 year old woman, stated that she was not injured. Wallet missing: On November 9th a wallet containing credit cards

and money was reported stolen from a pocketbook kept in a Garden City Plaza office. Identity theft: On November 10th Garden City Police received a report of multiple unauthorized credit cards that were opened using a resident’s identity. Woman robbed on Meadow Street: On November 11th a Garden City woman reported that at approximately 1:50 am, she was walking west on Meadow Street to return to a laundromat in Hempstead to pick up her clothing. As she was approaching Clinton Road, two men exited a white vehicle, approached her and attempted to remove a shopping bag from her shoulder. After a brief struggle, the men removed the bag and fled the scene on foot. The victim states she was not injured. The subjects are described as male, black, 14 years old, thin, wearing dark clothing. The investigation is ongoing. Forgery arrest: On November 11th

Officer Baker arrested a 35 year old Queens man for two counts of possession of a forged instrument and larceny. The man allegedly entered TD Bank and attempted to cash a forged check in the amount of $600. Upon arrest, he was also found to be in possession of an additional allegedly forged check. Car fire: On November 11th Officer McCarthy observed a vehicle on Washington Avenue engulfed in flames. The Garden City Fire Department responded and extinguished the fire. Underage party: On November 12th a 15 year old was cited for having an underage party with alcohol at his residence. Frightening encounter: On November 12th an Adelphi Student reported that on at 6 PM on the day before, he left the campus, and was walking west on South Avenue when he was confronted by a man wearing a mask who yelled “stop” while brandishing what appeared to be a knife. The victim stated he then ran to the Nassau Boulevard Train Station and the man did not appear to follow him. The subject is described as male, white, 5’9 to 5’10” and was wearing a white tee shirt and jeans. Multiple violations: On November 12th Officer Russell stopped a vehicle on Franklin Avenue

at 9:30 PM for driving without the headlights on. Upon investigation, the driver, a 35 year old Wheatley Heights woman, was arrested for driving with a revoked license, 24 active license suspensions, and three outstanding Suffolk County Traffic Warrants. Wallet taken: On November 12th a woman reported the theft of her wallet while she was shopping at Lord and Taylor. Power out: On November 13th a power failure resulted in multiple railroad gate malfunctions at the Franklin Avenue, Cathedral Avenue and Hilton Avenue crossings. Bicycle theft arrest: On November 13th Officer Matos arrested three juveniles, ages 12, 13, and 13, from Hempstead, for the alleged theft of a bicycle from the lawn of a Willow Street residence. Thief needs practice? On November 13th the Cherry Valley Country Club reported the theft of 1,000 practice golf balls from a driving range shed. Vehicle entered: On November 14th a bag containing personal items was removed from a vehicle parked at a Kenwood Road residence. Dorm room larceny: On November 14th Garden City Police investigated an incident at Adelphi University where a student reports someone entered her dorm room, went through her furniture and stole money from a desk drawer. The door to the room was not damaged. Marijuana arrest: On November 14 Officer Russell conducted a suspicious person investigation in Parking Field 2S resulting in the arrest of a 39 year old Lindenhurst man for two counts of possession of marijuana.

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Garden City PTA News Remember: District-wide Early Dismissal on November 23rd, Wednesday. Give thanks for Thanksgiving!

Sportswear Pickup Day

Sportswear Pickup Day is Saturday, November 19th, 9 am – 12 noon at the Garden City High School cafeteria. If you are not going to be in town that day – ask a friend to pickup for you. All unclaimed orders will be donated. Thank you to all who supported this fundraiser!

National PTA Webinar

What is bullying? What is cyber-bullying? Who is at risk? How do you respond? Bullying and cyber-bullying can negatively impact the learning environment of all students. Parents, school staff, and other caring adults can have a vital role in preventing these situations. Join this virtual event to learn about bullying and cyber-bullying, hear statistics, and learn how parents, students and school community can respond and address them appropriately. First register with National PTA with your Garden City PTA card sent to your inbox last week - then register for the webinar here: http://bit. ly/2dYubrg • 11/19, Sat – “National PTA Webinar: Bullying and Cyberbullying” (http://bit.ly/2dYubrg) from 7:00 - 8:00 pm.

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• 11/19, Sat – Pick up Sportswear at GCHS Cafeteria from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm

Attention Stewart Parents:

• 11/22, T – Third Grade Thanksgiving Show (Chorus) in Stewart Auditorium, please refer to Stewart School Calendar for class performance times. • 11/29-12/2, T-F – “Stewart Craft Days” in the Stewart Cafeteria during lunch hours

Attention GCHS Parents:

• 11/22, T – GCHS Winter Sports Athletic Code of Conduct Meeting for Student Athletes (only) at 2:45 pm • 11/22, T – GCHS Winter Sports Athletic Code of Conduct Meeting for Parents at 7:00 pm • 11/23, W – “Breakfast for Champions” in GCHS Library at 9:20 am • 11/28-29, M-T – Winter Sports Yearbook Photos in GCHS Gym from 3:00 to 4:00 pm • 11/30, W – Juniors and Parents “College Information Night” in GCHS Auditorium at 7:00 pm

Attention Residents: Board of Education Meeting

• 12/6, T – Work Session and Student Achievement Report at GCHS at 8:15 pm

GCHS’s Fall Production “Arsenic and Old Lace”

Tickets are $10 for students and $8 for students/senior citizens. The easiest way to purchase tickets is at: our.show/gardencity/arsenic. Tickets will also be available at the door. Performance dates and times: • 11/17, Th, - For GC Senior Citizens: HS Fall Theater Production Dress Rehearsal/GCTA Buffet Dinner at GCHS at 3:30 pm • 11/18, F – GCHS Fall Production at GCHS auditorium at 7:00 pm • 11/19, Sat – GCHS Fall Production at GCHS auditorium at 7:00 pm

Photo Use Policy

The Garden City PTA will be photographing and/or filming students, staff, and PTA members as they go about the business of learning, succeeding and participating in PTA events and activities. This media may be published on the Garden City PTA website, monthly e-newsletters, social media sites (Facebook and Twitter), and in the Garden City News. Student

names will never be published. If you do not wish to have your child or yourself photographed and/or videotaped, submit your request to technologyvp@gardencitypta.org in writing. Full-class or group photographs and videotapes should not be included in your request.

National PTA Supports “Safe Toys and Gifts Month”

Prevent Blindness suggests: • Make recommendations to family members and friends about gifts that you feel are appropriate for your child. Be diligent about inspecting these gifts before allowing your child to play with them. • Inspect all toys before purchasing. Monitor toys that your child has received as gifts to make sure they are appropriate for your child’s age and developmental level. • For younger children, avoid play sets with small magnets and make sure batteries are secured within the toy. If magnets or batteries are ingested, serious injuries and/or death can occur. • Sports equipment gifts should always be accompanied by protective gear (such as a basketball along with eye goggles, or a face guard with a new batting helmet for baseball or softball). • Any toy that is labeled “supervision required” must always be used in the presence of an adult. Keep toys meant for older children away from younger ones. • Avoid toys that shoot or include parts that fly off. • If the part of a toy can fit in a toilet paper roll, the toy is not appropriate for children under the age of 3. • Do not purchase toys with long strings or cords, especially for infants and very young children, as they can become wrapped around a child’s neck. • Always dispose of uninflated or broken balloons immediately.

According to the CPSC, more children have suffocated from these than any other type of toy.

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

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The Golden Goose Gala Candlelight House Tour and Holiday Shopping Boutique have arrived in Garden City! Forecasts are for sunny and mild weather perfect for a pleasant day of house touring and holiday shopping with friends. Twigs, a Winthrop-University Hospital Auxiliary, invites you to visit stunning Garden City homes beautifully decorated for the holiday season. Tickets for the Candlelight House Tour, to be held Friday, November 18th, may be purchased at the Garden City Casino located at 51 Cathedral Avenue beginning at 10 am at $50 per person. Tour hours are 4 pm – 7:30 pm. Exciting merchandise await the astute shopper at the Holiday Shopping Boutique at the Garden City Casino. Fine selections of jewelry and accessories, holiday décor and decorations, seasonal floral arrangements, natural skin care products, delectable baked goods, stylish ladies’ apparel, hand-

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Brendan and Paula McGovern, hosts of the 2016 Yuletide Ball. The holidays are fast approaching, and with it, Winthrop’s annual Yuletide Ball. This year, the elegant evening of fine dining, dancing and fundraising in support of Winthrop-University Hospital’s Child Life Program, will be hosted by Paula and Brendan McGovern of Garden City on Sunday, December 10, at 7:00 PM. “Our family has been blessed to be on the receiving end of the amazing services offered by the Child Life Program at The Children’s Medical Center at Winthrop, and we look forward to welcoming the Garden City and Winthrop communities into our home to support this great cause,” said the McGoverns.

Thanks to the efforts of dedicated supporters in the community, Winthrop’s Yuletide Ball has raised more than $2.6 million in support of the Hospital’s Child Life Program, dedicated to helping children understand and cope with the hospital experience. Certified Child Life Specialists utilize therapeutic play, arts and crafts, entertainment and other diversions to ensure that the hospital experience is as stress-free as possible for children and their families. For more information about Winthrop’s 2016 Yuletide Ball, please contact Shari Prinstein, Assistant Director of Special Events at Winthrop at 516-663-8275 or sprinstein@winthrop.org.

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Garden City Foundation hosts Pre-Tree Lighting Celebration

The first annual Pre-Tree Lighting celebration will be held at the Cathedral of Incarnationa On Sunday, December 4, beginning at 1:30 p.m., the Garden City Foundation invites members of the Garden City Community and beyond to share the good cheer of the season. Bring the family to usher in the Christmas Holidays at the Garden City Foundation’s first annual Pre-Village Tree-Lighting celebration to be held at the monumental Cathedral of the Incarnation, centerpiece of the Village of Garden City. Before Garden City’s annual Village Tree Lighting, which begins at 3:30 p.m., we invite you to stop over at the Cathedral to enjoy the festivities to include delicious refreshments, caroling by members of the Cathedral Choir, ~ plus a chance to win a great door prize. Then, adding to the spirit of the season - caroling all the way - members of the choir will lead attendees in a procession heading over to the Tree Lighting Ceremony which begins at 3:30 p.m. at the Village Gazebo on the corner of Hilton and Stewart Avenues. `The Garden City Foundation is grateful to the Cathedral of the Incarnation for hosting this new community event on behalf of the Garden City Foundation. As is well known, the Cathedral of the Incarnation opened

its doors in 1885. Cornelia Stewart had funded the building of the Episcopal cathedral as a memorial to her late husband, Alexander T. Stewart, founder of Garden City. As the centerpiece of the Village, the Foundation felt that the Cathedral was a most appropriate venue to hold this Pre-Tree Lighting event. The Chamber Foundation is a charitable foundation incorporated under the Not-for-Profit Corporation Law of the State of New York. Currently, the Foundation is operated by a board comprised of eleven officers and directors. The mission of the Foundation is to promote the scholastic achievement of students who reside in Garden City; and to assist Garden City residents in need. As part of its mission, the Foundation annually awards “The Althea Robinson Excellence in Business Education Scholarship” to a deserving Garden City High School Senior. Through this new community event, the Garden City Foundation is excited to share the knowledge of its mission with the residents of the Village. Further information about the Pre-Tree Lighting event will appear in an upcoming issue of “The Garden City News.”

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West End Tree Lighting planned for December 2

The West End Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, presented by the Western Property Owners Association, is scheduled for Friday, December 2, 6 to 7:00 p.m. in the small park on Plattsdale Road adjacent to the New Hyde Park Road Business District.

This festive annual event will feature holiday music by Sal Nastasi of “Ready in 10”. Sal will not only perform many holiday tunes, but also serve as our event Master of Ceremonies. The WPOA is delighted once again to partner with Broadway Bound, under

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the outstanding direction of owner Debbie Tavernese. This year, the dance studio’s lovely and talented performers will grace the stage of the showmobile provided by the Town of Hempstead – no worries about seeing all the action. And if there’s a bit of a nip in the air,

grab a cup of hot chocolate, provided by Tulip Caterers, our friendly neighbor just south on New Hyde Park Road in Franklin Square. Of course, no tree lighting would be complete without an appearance by Santa Claus, who is expected to arrive at 7 p.m. sharp. So, come on down, meet your neighbors, and say hello to the local merchants at the annual West End Christmas Tree Lighting, December 2.

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No Sanitation Collection

There will be no regular garbage or recycling pickup on Thanksgiving Day. The holiday week collection will be as follows: Western Half of the Village (West of Rockaway Avenue): Garbage - Monday and Friday; Rubbish - Wednesday, November 23. Eastern Half of the Village (East of Rockaway Avenue): Garbage - Tuesday and Saturday; Rubbish - Wednesday, November 23 Residents scheduled for recycling on Thanksgiving Day are asked to put their recyclables out on Thursday, December 1. All other recycling days remain the same.

Fire Department News

As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday, the Chiefs and Members of the Garden City Fire Department would like to remind everyone about some important holiday safety tips: Frying Your Turkey - Fried turkeys are delicious but they come with a slew of safety issues. Thousands of fires as well as death and injuries happen each year due to turkey fryer fires. Before you set up your turkey fryer this Thanksgiving, remember these safety tips. Stay Away from The House - Set up

the turkey fryer more than 10 feet away from your home and keep children and pets away. Never leave it unattended. Find Flat Ground - The oil must be even and steady at all times to ensure safety. Place the fryer on a flat, level surface and carefully gauge the amount of oil needed. Use a Thawed and Dry Turkey Make sure your Thanksgiving turkey is completely thawed and dry. Extra water will cause the oil to bubble furiously and spill over. If oil spills from the fryer onto the burner, it can cause a fire. Monitor the Temperature - Use caution when touching the turkey fryer. The lid and handle can become very hot and could cause burns. Also be sure to keep track of the oil’s temperature, as many fryers do not have their own thermostats. Be Prepared - Have a fire extinguisher (multipurpose, dry-powder) ready at all times in the event that the oil ignites. As always, members of the department stand ready to assist you. To report a fire, dial 746-2800. For more safety information or if you are interested in joining the department, visit www. gcfdny.com.

West End Christmas Tree Lighting

The West End Christmas tree lighting, sponsored by the Western Property Owners’ Association, will be held

on Friday, December 2, from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. in front of the Village park on Plattsdale Avenue, located at the south end of the New Hyde Park Road business district. Holiday music will be provided by Sal Nastasi of “Ready in 10” and singing and dance entertainment will feature the talented performers from Broadway Bound. And as always, Santa will make an appearance! All are invited to kick-off the holiday season with neighbors and friends.

Christmas Tree Lighting

On Sunday, December 4, the Garden City Chamber of Commerce will sponsor its Village Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony beginning promptly at 3:30 p.m. on the Village Green (corner of Stewart and Hilton Avenues). This year’s program once again is sponsored by Astoria Bank and will feature the Garden City High School Vocal Jazz Ensemble performing a medley of holiday music. Also featured will be the Fivestone Contemporary Rock Band well known for their performances at past spring Belmont Festivals and the summer Friday Night Promenades. They will be performing special renditions of familiar holiday tunes. The Garden City Volunteer Fire Department will deliver Santa Claus and hot chocolate will be provided to everyone. Please bring your entire family to welcome Santa and the holiday season. I look

forward to seeing you all there!

Pre - Village Christmas Tree Lighting

On Sunday, December 4, beginning at 1:30 p.m., the Garden City Foundation invites members of the Garden City community and beyond to share the good cheer of the season. Usher in the Christmas holidays at the Garden City Foundation’s first annual Pre-Village Christmas Tree Lighting celebration to be held at the Cathedral of the Incarnation. Enjoy delicious refreshments, caroling by members of the Cathedral Choir, plus a chance to win a door prize. Adding to the spirit of the season, members of the choir will lead attendees in a procession heading over to the Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, which begins at 3:30 p.m. at the Village Gazebo on the corner of Hilton and Stewart Avenues. While there will not be a charge for the PreTree Lighting event, reservations are required. Please contact Kris at 746-2955 or kris@incarnationgc.org.

Board of Trustees Meeting Schedule

The next regularly scheduled Board of Trustees meetings will be held December 1 and December 15, 2016. I encourage all residents to attend Board of Trustees meetings so as to be thoroughly informed of Village issues from a first-hand perspective.

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Hundreds recently gathered for the recent celebration revealing the renovations of Lord & Taylor’s Garden City store. Pictured from left to right during the celebration is Garden City Mayor Nicholas P. Episcopia and Lord & Taylor Garden City, New York General Manager Tim Catalano with Celebrities Christie Brinkley, Sailor Brinkley Cook, Beth Ostrosky Stern representing North Shore Animal League America and Lord & Taylor and Hudson’s Bay President Liz Rodbell. A portion of sales from the evening benefitted Life’s WORC Family Center for Autism and North Shore Animal League America. Lord & Taylor recently revealed major renovations of its Garden City, Long Island store, one of the company’s earliest branch locations. The department store announced its plans to modernize earlier this year, and the renovations were unveiled during a celebration party on November 9. “Lord & Taylor is delighted to be updating our footprint on Long Island where we have a long history and loyal customers,” said Liz Rodbell, president, Lord & Taylor and Hudson’s Bay. “Elevating the design of Garden City will allow Lord & Taylor to better serve the community and deliver an exciting experience to customers for years to come.” The Garden City renovation touched all areas of the two-level, freestanding

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Mobility Impaired Committee Talk on Cyprus at Garden City seeks spaces on Seventh Street Community Church

On Monday, November 21, the Mobility Impaired Committee will meet at 7:30pm at the Old Senior Center, 108 Rockaway Avenue. The Committee will review any new issues in the village where handicapped residents have accessibility issues and provide updates on the Garden City Pool and address a Park concern from last meeting. The initiative to have handicapped spaces on 7th Street will be updated.

The Committee is concerned that the Garden City Chamber of Commerce may oppose its recommendations for new spaces on 7th Street and also for an increase in spaces next to Nona Bella, Prost and Bistro. The Committee hopes to get on the calendar for the December 15 Traffic Commission meeting at 7 pm in Village Hall. If anyone is interested in more information please call Gerry Kelly at 5026710 or gerry7th@gmail.com

Rosary Altar Society plans annual Christmas Tea

The St. Joseph’s Rosary Altar Society will be hosting its annual Christmas Tea Luncheon on Friday, December 9th from 11:00 am -2:00pm. This year’s luncheon will be hosted by the Society’s Treasurer, Mrs. Lorraine Levano. At the luncheon, members of the Rosary Altar Society will once again accept donations for the “Midnight

Run”, a not-for-profit organization that provides food, clothing and toiletries to those living on the streets of New York City. The donations will be distributed by Molloy College students to the homeless during their “Midnight Run”. For reservations and further information, please contact Vivian Tener at 319-7675 or email her at viviantener@ hotmail.com.

BY MELVA VICTORINO On Sunday, November 20th at 9:15 – 10:15 AM, Professor Spurgeon (Skip) Thompson III will lead the Sunday Forum Series at Garden City Community Church (GCCC) in the church parlor on Cyprus. Spurgeon (Skip) Thompson is an Adjunct Professor in the English Departments of Adelphi University and Fordham University where he teaches courses in world literature, seminars on “encountering the other,” courses in writing from a global perspective and others. He has published articles on Cyprus, comparative literature, writing and postcolonial partition, James Joyce, W.B. Yeats, Edmund Burke, James Connolly and feminist recovery work. The Community is invited to attend the forum in the church parlor. The Garden City Community Church is part of the United Church of Christ and is an Open and Affirming congregation. Worship services are Sundays at 8:30 AM in the chapel and 10:30 AM in the sanctuary, with church school for children and a crib room for infants and toddlers during the latter service. Wednesday Service is at 8:00 PM at

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Free Forum on December 13: How to interpret medical results “How to interpret your medical results” is a topic to be explored at a free forum on the evening of Tuesday, December 13, at Adelphi University in Garden City, sponsored by the Adelphi NY Statewide Breast Cancer Program in collaboration with Northwell Health Care Institute. The speaker is Dr. Mitchell A. Adler, MD, JD, MPH, FACP. Dr. Adler is Chief Medical Informatics Officer for Northwell Health Physician Partners, which is the health system’s ambulatory network. In that position, he oversees the ambulatory electronic health record (AEHR), also known as Allscripts TouchWorks. Before coming to Northwell, Dr. Adler was a founding partner of the Murray Hill Medical Group (MHMG). He helped implement an electronic medical record (EMR) system at MHMG in 1998, which led to his practice becoming paperless several years later. Dr. Adler attended medical school at NYU and received his post-graduate training at the NYU Medical Center and Bellevue Hospital, where he completed a three-year residency in Internal Medicine followed by one year as Chief Resident. He also attended law school at Fordham, was admitted to the New York Bar, and earned a Master’s

Degree in Public Health from Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health. He served a four-year tenure as a member of the American College of Physician’s Medical Informatics Committee. At Northwell Health, he is also a member of the Division of Medical Ethics and an active member of the Ethics Committee. Says Erin Nau, the Educational Coordinator at the Adelphi Breast Cancer Program, “We feel that when people know how to read their records they are better advocates for their health.” The forum will be held on Tuesday, December 13, from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Alumni House at Adelphi University, 154 Cambridge Avenue in Garden City. Seating is limited and pre-registration is required. To register, call 516-877-4325; email breastcancerhotline@adelphi. edu; or register online at http://breastcancer.adelphi.edu/au_event/how-tointerpret-your-medical-results/ Those who are unable to attend the forum can watch livestream on YouTube: www.youtube.com/ AUBreastCancer The 2016 educational forums are sponsored by The Junior Coalition of the Manhasset Women’s Coalition Against Breast Cancer.

Fine arts crafts fair November 19

Artists from Queens to the East End will be showing and selling original works of art in clay, glass, fiber, metal and paper at the Long Island Craft Guild’s Fourth Annual Fine Craft Fair on Saturday, November 19 from 10 AM to 4 PM at the Ethical Humanist Society. With a wide range of prices, each piece is a unique work of fine craftsmanship. Admission and parking are free

and snacks are available. The Ethical Humanist Society building, at 38 Old Country Road in Garden City, is two miles west of Meadowbrook Parkway next to the blue water tower. Look for the mylar balloons on the south side of the road. For more information, please visit www.licg.org or call the Long Island Craft Guild at 516-350-8984.

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“Triangle” and “Dog Park” BY JOHN ELLIS KORDES There are areas around Garden City described as green space and buffer zones and so on. However, the two large areas described above appear to be unique. The one along Osborne, Wetherill and Westbury Roads form a large triangle. Children often refer to it as “The Triangle” but its official name is “Osborne Park.” The other one along Avalon Road and Clinton Road was nicknamed “The Dog Park” by children decades ago. Its official name is “Avalon Park.” Neither parcel of land was ever built upon and never had any signage as to what it is exactly. Why were such large parcels of land left empty? They are surrounded by houses and without a doubt are prime real estate. Other areas of the Village do not have a similar situation. Then why? There doesn’t appear to be a clear answer. It seems odd that when houses were being built and then suddenly to leave such a large area untouched. One theory is that it was left for the obvious open space and the ability for children to play. Although, there are staffed parks with facilities all around the Village, sometimes it’s

nice just to have an open field to play. They definitely were not just for dogs despite the nickname of Avalon Park. I grew up near that one and can clearly remember the endless football and baseball games that we played there without anyone bothering us. It was nice. Of course, this was before video games and the Internet and when children actually spent hours outside away from their houses (and parents ) and played pickup games of football and baseball. Across the street from that parcel of land on Avalon Road is Hazelhurst Park along the east side of Clinton Road. It is a buffer zone of grass and trees within the Village of Garden City and is maintained by Garden City. Hazlehurst is the name of the Airfield that was once there before it became Roosevelt Airfield in 1918. Today, the name Hazelhurst lives on as the name of the landscaped “buffer zone” between the Roosevelt Field Mall (and sprawl) and homes in the Northeast. For whatever the reason, it’s nice that generations ago we were left some open space to walk, to look at or just to play.

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Baseball gets new leaders, EEOC to review age discrimination claim

From page 1 people present during public comments on November 15 addressed the school board or administration about Coach Smith, about assistant Coaches Charles Menges and Mike Sweeney (who also will not return in 2017) or the two new varsity baseball coaches. Prior to the board’s approval of coaching assignments for spring 2017, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Robert Feirsen wanted to speak about “community notification” regarding the interview process and subsequent recommendations from the administration for candidates to lead GCHS baseball. He also expressed his displeasure with The Garden City News coverage breaking the story in its November 4 edition that Dave Izzo was the district’s selection to replace Rich Smith as head coach. In his remarks Feirsen cited inaccuracies in reporting “that must have come from third and fourth hand sources” regarding some of the interview process for the assistant GCHS coach position, which Rich Smith was reluctant to interview for at first. He had already

interviewed with Athletic Director Dawn Cerrone and Dr. Feirsen for the head coaching position on Friday, October 28, the last day of the season with Smith’s assistant coaching duties with middle school football. Smith’s attorney Robert Sullivan said in a telephone interview on November 16 that after his initial reaction to not being offered the head coach position for a 45th year in a row, followed by turning down the potential for the assistant opportunity, Smith changed his mind and decided to be a part of the team in any way he could, just to teach aspiring baseball players in 2017. He then interviewed for the assistant GCHS baseball coaching position and that interview with the district consisted of a five-minute telephone call. At that point, Smith was not offered the assistant coach position. Since the interviews occurred and were unsuccessful, Coach Smith has mailed a letter to each of the 14 players he coached on the 2016 GCHS varsity team to encourage them to work together and give their best under Coach Izzo

in 2017 despite his absence. “After hearing that there was some thought from current GCHS players to not go out for the team next spring out of loyalty to Coach Smith, Rich sent a positive, encouraging letter supporting Coach Izzo, telling the kids to ‘play for him like you would play for me’ and coaches Menges and Sweeney,” Sullivan noted. Calls to the district’s public information officer, Dr. Catherine Knight, for comment on the Coach Smith’s candidacy for the assistant position were not returned on Wednesday November 2, after Smith was called about the position one day earlier. This past Tuesday night, the district had the chance to address “misinformation” about the coaching situation as Dr. Feirsen went over the hiring process and timeline from the district’s point of view. “I can’t speak specifically because it’s a personnel matter, but let me just say that the GCHS varsity head coaching position and the assistant coaching position, like all coaching positions in the district, are one-year appointments.

Every year we determine who would be the best person for that position and every year that determination is made by many factors, whether baseball or any other sport – including relevant experience, prior performance, instructional skills, professionalism and ability to relate to students. This determination is made after all the applicants are considered. Many members of our community from time to time have questions on why the district does or does not select a particular applicant for a position, but as we have previously indicated we are not able to comment on any particular personnel decisions, and we never share those details. But I can tell you that there was a good deal of misinformation circulated about the baseball coaching position, one of which said that on November 2 the interview process for the varsity baseball assistant coaching position had been concluded, but it had not. The scheduled interviews for that position had not even been conducted on November 2. I See page 45

School Board faces another coaching controversy From page 1 Foxen is currently the head coach and chairperson for wrestling with the New York Athletic Club, with headquarters at 180 Central Park South, as a volunteer. Over the summer the organization placed six wrestlers on the United States Olympic team that competed in the Rio de Janeiro Games. On Tuesday night, he told the school board he would work for free just to help students and better the GCHS program. “I am very interested in just helping our wrestling team and the high school as much as possible. I would prefer to a full-time assistant coach at the school and I was informed by the head coach that the position was available. But because the school decided to go ‘in-district’ first I was not given the opportunity to interview for the position. If that (an assistant role with GCHS wrestling) is not available, it would be amazing if the position as a volunteer assistant coach would be made available. With the National team I competed in Cuba, Japan, Korea, Russia, etc. so I have been really involved with the sport my entire life. I was a volunteer assistant for GCHS from 2005 to 2007, and I have all the certifications, licenses including CPR, etc., so I am ready to take on that role if you offered it to me – and I am offering my time to you and the kids on the team as well, for free at school,” Foxen said at the meeting. Superintendent of Schools Dr. Robert Feirsen immediately tried to clarify what has happened with Foxen’s recent requests, as he met with him separately in the past few days.

“I certainly respect all your accomplishments as it’s very impressive just to hear it. We appreciate your interest in the program, but when we did speak I mentioned a few things. First although we have great respect for the wrestling coach but he should not have invited you to apply to a job that at that point was not available, and I say that publicly – that was a mistake and I apologize for that. That gave you misinformation and the illusion that something may be available that wasn’t. We have a process and we advertise positions internally first, looking at district coaches, and then if we don’t find anybody we go outside. We feel that has been a benefit to our athletics program and it has been successful over the years,” Dr. Feirsen said. He added that volunteer coaches create a difficult situation sometimes, and in recent years there has been a school board directive which he supports to move away from volunteer coaches on teams. “There’s different reasons but at times it was difficult to supervise volunteers and have accountability for those folks. It became a question of who gets to volunteer and who doesn’t. We were open to allegations of favoritism, and we had to set a criteria for evaluating them. Because we have a good program and people that we can rely on, we didn’t feel volunteer coaches were a solution,” Dr. Feirsen said. Foxen’s offer and the rally behind him from a handful of parents on November 15 came minutes after Dr. Feirsen addressed the controversial decision behind not bringing back the

GCHS head baseball coach, Rich Smith, for a 45th year in theory as all coaching appointments are for the single-season only. Feirsen alluded to some of his comments on the baseball coaching situation about the way the district conducts its interview and coaching hire process. The decision not to interview Foxen was not brought up, only the decision to seek candidates from within the membership of the Garden City Teachers’ Association, according to Dr. Feirsen.

Technical Coaching Called For

From the residents who spoke during public comments, Hepworth was spoken highly of as a longtime English teacher at GCHS and an experienced coach of lacrosse and football at middle school, freshman and sophomore grade levels. But parents at the meeting were seriously concerned about his lack of experience in wrestling. Hepworth’s “direct experience” in wrestling instruction was challenged first by Poplar Street resident Nicholas Michael, who said a trained and experienced coach needs to teach students by demonstration. “You need to get in there and show students exactly what the moves are and what they need to do. It requires a trained and experienced coach, and students can tell immediately whether or not a teacher has experience in wrestling. It is similar to hiring a teacher that does not have proper certification to teach a high-level subject such as science with Chemistry or Physics, or Calculus, and you really would not do that. Students can tell the level of exper-

tise of their teachers, so how did this come about?” Michael asked. Dr. Feirsen replied that the school district always look for candidates with both experience and potential as part of a greater “philosophy” towards interscholastic athletics. “In this case we are appointing an assistant coach who will be working under an experienced head coach, as assistants do. Many of our assistants get their training in a mentoring relationship with an experienced coach and many of them go on to be head coaches. In this connection the person recommended (Hepworth) is an experienced coach from us who has coached other sports and has a terrific relationship with kids. He’s well regarded and his background is of his own, having wrestled, and he has tremendous potential,” Feirsen said. The aspect of on-the-job training for coaches drew immediate reactions from concerned parents. Dawn DeSena is a Garden City mom from a pure wrestling family; her husband was a wrestler and her older son Spencer, who’s now 26, graduated from GCHS in 2008 and went on to wrestle for Harvard. The opportunity to wrestle opened doors for him including a competitive scholarship, and she credits terrific wrestling training for helping him succeed, set up discipline in his life, and allow him to earn a top-notch education leading to career in hedge fund management. Her younger son Tyler DeSena followed family tradition and became New York State wrestling champion in eighth grade. He is the two-time Nassau See page46

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The Welcoming Club

Roaring 20’s Casino Night was a hit!

The roaring 20’s fashion, the fabulous raffles the amazing silent auction items and of course the gambling were all second to none! We couldn’t have had so much fun or raised as much money for our 2016 charity, The Belmont Childcare Association without our wonderful sponsors. A special thank you to: • Philip G. Browne, Browne Insurance Agency (516) 488-4000 x252 • Dr. Farhad Mohebban, Sensual Aesthetics (516) 492-3777 • Kristin Meriman, K&A Style (516) 780-5776 • Brian Daughney, Becker & Poliakoff (212) 599-3322 • Jacqueline M. Goode • The Cremins Family

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November 17th: Welcoming Club Book Club, 7:30 PM Join us at Mary Beth Deierein’s house, 38 Hamilton Place, as we discuss our latest read: “The Things We Wish Were True” by Marybeth Mayhew Whalen December 1st : Craft club, 8pm We will be crafting, chatting and getting ready for the Holiday season as we make a Lighted garland. Cost will be $25. RSVP to whitney.c.sardelis@ me.com by Nov. 22. Only 20 people so

register soon! December 10th : Santa Brunch, 12pm - 2:30pm, Stewart Manor Country Club Sleigh bells will be ringing before you know it! Get ready for a jolly good time at the popular Santa Brunch. You’ll enjoy a formal seated hot brunch, a fabulous DJ with music and games, a fun craft, raffles, a toy drive, and a visit from Santa himself! This event sells out, so watch out for more information in coming weeks!

Who we are:

The Welcoming Club of Garden City is a well-established women’s organization that focuses on welcoming new members to our community, fostering relationships of long-time residents, supporting local businesses and raising money for charity. This year The Welcoming Club of Garden City is proud to support the Belmont Child Care Association, Inc.

Class of 1986 Reunion

Calling all members of Garden City High School’s class of 1986. The 30 year reunion will be held on Friday, November 25, at 7:30 pm at the Cherry Valley Country Club. Tickets are now on sale. You can purchase tickets by going to www.gardencityclassof86.com. You can also mail a check payable to GC Class of 86 to Patrick Dowden 45 Huntington Road Garden City, NY 11530. The cost is $125 per person. Included in the price of your ticket is dinner, five hour open bar, DJ, and photo booth. Please try to avoid paying at the door. There has been a large response and organizers need to let the club know to plan for an accurate head count. Please spread the word to all of your classmates!

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We invite you to join the club! For just $35 a year you will have access to lots of great events and many fun members-only clubs. Complete the easy online membership form today at www. thegardencitywelcomingclub.org, in the “Join” section of the website. While you are there, browse the site for lots of great information about the club.

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At last Monday’s lunch meeting of the Mineola-Garden City Rotary Club, at the Garden City Hotel, members heard Dr. Cornell Frank, a member of the Club’s Board of Directors who also serves as Website Administer, enlighten Rotarians about the Club’s Website. Dr. Frank offered an in-depth presentation which included detailed instructions on how to interact with the site. He also provided a power point presentation, a primer to the Club website – all greatly appreciated by attending Rotarians.

Stop by Kings supermarket on Friday evening, Dec. 9, or all day Saturday where Club Rotarians will be ringing the bell to assist the NC Salvation Army toward the many service they provide. Battling through addiction and homelessness, the Army feeds starving children and families through recovery from natural disasters and more, including assistance to food pantries plus the provision of holiday food baskets for those In need.

November 26

The Mineola-Garden City Rotary Club warmly invites all members of the Garden City and Mineola business and residential communities to its annual Holiday Fellowship Luncheon at the Garden City Hotel at noon. Please join us for the festivities of the season to include good cheer, fellowship and holiday tunes performed by the Garden City High School Vocal Jazz Ensemble. To reserve by December 7, please call Emily Franchina, chairperson at 516877-7500/eff@elderlawfg.com.

“Bring a friend to Rotary” lunch meeting (last meeting of 2016): From time-to-time Club members are welcomed to bring a guest to this special meeting where there is the opportunity to meet Club members and to learn of the many services which the Club performs. Through this practice, the Club has inducted and welcome several new members in 2016. If you’d like attend as a friend of a Rotarian, please call Susan MacDonald, president at 516-643-5286.

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IN MEMORIAM Lawrence G. Hofmann Jr. Lawrence G. Hofmann Jr., formerly of Garden City, passed away on November 15, 2016, at home in Southampton, NY. He was 73 years old.

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To benefit children and adults with developmental disabilities Garden City AHRC is excited to announce that the wonderfully talented Tom Humbert will perform at our annual AHRC Christmas Luncheon on Monday, December 5 at the Garden City Hotel. Tom is a singer, composer, musician, actor and a Garden City resident. He works in theater, television and film. Tom has toured the US numerous times in many musical productions and has sung at the White House for two presidents. Tom will entertain us with his gifted voice at the Luncheon. Also at the Luncheon, you can holiday shop! For your convenience, our vendors will display their beautiful wares in the Grand Ballroom (where we will dine). And for more fun…we will introduce our new “Pick Your Prize” raffle, featuring valuable prizes! So why not treat yourself on December 5 at the most festive time of year? Let the holiday spirit surround you…in the beautiful Garden City Hotel…as you give your wonderful help to children and adults with special needs who truly need your help.

Reservations are $90. Please call Cynthia at 516-510-7963 to have an invitation mailed to you or for more information. And please invite a friend - or several friends! We promise you a most enjoyable day!

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Resident’s granddaughter volunteers at Veteran’s Day event

Local resident Lana Mae Noone’s granddaughter, Heather Marie Songyee Noone, participated in the American Airpower Museum’s Veterans Day Program, held on November 11. Heather participated in the staged reading of “Children of the April Rain,” a true story about the unsung Military and Civilian heroes involved in Operation Babylift, Vietnam and was also interviewed for a Fios1News TV broadcast, now archived at the Network’s website. Heather has assisted with previous productions of the play, co-authored by her grandmother, Lana Mae Noone, and plans to participate in the next production, NYC Vietnam Veterans Memorial Plaza, April, 2017.

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Getting ready for holidays With ATHENA This was a very busy weekend for many folks in Garden City as it started with the American Legion led exercises at the Veterans Memorials on Seventh Street. Both the Legion commander and the mayor of the Village spoke well and had a very good crowd who listened to them. It was a moving start to the weekend. This was followed by the Election Day Fair at the Garden City Community Church. They had their usual overflow crowd who enjoyed the shopping was well as the luncheon. Bargains were easy to find as well as those items you find you just cannot live without. All in all, everyone had a wonderful time. Now you just have to wait for next year. The members of the Board of Directors of the Community Club are all ready - reservations are in - for their annual Christmas Board Luncheon. Yes, these things seem to come up early, but one has to be ready to fit everything in as time is of the essence. The Long Island Choral Society will be performing “Handel’s Messiah Part One” on Saturday, December 17th at 10 a.m. and also on Sunday, December 18th at 4 p.m. at St. Anthony’s High School Chapel, 275 Wolf Hill Road, South Huntington, NY. Saturday will be the dress rehearsal and it is open to the public. Now is the time to start - or finish your Christmas shopping and maybe start writing out your Christmas cards. I start with my Christmas cards first in case I need to mail out early for the out-of-staters. Most of our organizations in town will be having a party to celebrate the holidays and the whole season really begins with Thanksgiving Day. I hope you ordered your turkey early. Bernadette Pepin has made the move out to Greenport, but she will still be in touch with many friends through the meetings of clubs in the Second District. She will be missed by many as she was always good to lend a hand and give advice to many of those clubs.

H a p p y Birthday wishes go to Gert Perrini, who will blow out the candles on her cake on November 30th and that finishes the birthdays for this month. Since I know that many of you ladies are very busy this month, I’d like to give you a heads up on some things you might not want to miss. The Art Department of the Community Club will end November with a program on the 30th featuring Louise Cella Caruso, art historian, on “Picturing America.” The Club will start December with its annual Christmas Hour of Music on December 6th starting at 2 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Incarnation and it will be followed with a reception after the concert at the Garden City Casino. The concert and reception are free. The Garden Department of the same club will have its annual Greens Day at the Recreation Department building behind St. Paul’s on Wednesday, December 7th starting at 9 a.m. If you are interested in this you should bring clippers and gloves for working on the evergreens. The Community Club does this every year and makes sprays for the 9/11 Memorial, Veterans Memorial, the 49th Division Monument, the Firemen’s Monument and the Blue Star Marker at Eisenhower Park. They also make evergreen baskets for the Garden City Village Hall, Police and Fire Departments, the Garden City Library and the Hempstead Library. They have been doing this for 66 years. Now that is dedication! If you are looking for a Christmas event you might wish to try Coe Hall - Planting Fields as they will have all of the rooms on the first floor decorated for Christmas with a tree in nearly every room. You can pick up some good ideas there for your own decorating. I hope all of you have a wonderful Thanksgiving and I will see you again the following week. Have a good one.

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Meteorologist visits Stewart School

On the afternoon of October 25th, Stewart third graders were treated to a presentation by News 12 meteorologist Rich Hoffman. Hoffman set the stage early that morning at News 12 (he rises at 3 a.m.) by highlighting Stewart School with a satellite image of the school during his a.m. weather forecast. The 15-year News 12 veteran weatherman is pictured here with just a few of the students who attended his presentation. Mr. Hoffman shared a PowerPoint about the science of meteo-

rology and the wide range of weather we experience on Long Island, a weather balloon (deflated), a National Weather Service receiver, one of the earpieces he wears during his broadcasts, and his make-up kit (yes, he applies his own!). Students from each class took turns asking insightful questions of the seasoned meteorologist, such as why the scales used to categorize tornadoes and hurricanes are similar but not the same, and why we can see precipitation but we can’t see evaporation.

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Garden City Historic Misconceptions STORY AND PHOTOS BY JOHN ELLIS KORDES

We are living in what is known as the “Information Age” but we are also living in the “Misinformation Age.” Each is only a click away. For over 25 years I have been working with Garden City’s history and I have done my best as a historian to produce an accurate account of its story. From my books to my documentary films to my bus tours and articles I pride myself in my understanding and presentation of Garden City’s entire history. When I was younger at Garden City High School I was in all advanced placement history courses and in college I majored in American History and photography. I learned to do proper research and work with archival material. I will be teaching a four week course on Garden City’s entire history at the high school at night beginning on November 22nd. (Call G.C. Continuing Education for more inforWmation at 516-478-1070.) Over the years, I’m aware that individuals and groups have dabbled with our history but most are not historians. A historian intensely familiarizes themselves with the subject and period of history they are dealing with so they are able to reject information they come across as inaccurate instead of just repeating it. Recently, a resident called me about an article in this newspaper stating that his house at 32 Cathedral Avenue (an Apostle) had once been moved. He knew it hadn’t as did I. Unfortunately, the information stemmed from the 1978 listing of houses and buildings in Garden City from the 1870’s and 1880’s on the National Register of Historic Places. Apparently, the specific information about this house (and perhaps others ) provided in 1978 to the National Register was wrong and now in 2016 it gets repeated. Also, those houses were listed as “A.T. Stewart Era” houses. The problem with that is when the “era”is dropped and a house is referred to as an “A.T. Stewart house”. Words have meanings and if you say that’s a “Paul Revere house” people will assume Paul Revere lived there. As Stewart never lived in Garden City one can see how the phrase could lead to confusion. Ironically, I had just done an article on the original ten houses (a.k.a. Apostles) in this newspaper about a month ago. In it I stated the only Apostle house to be moved had been moved twice. This particular house, originally on the SE corner of Cathedral Ave. and Fifth Street, was moved across Fifth Street in 1902 so St. Mary’s School (which had been built next to it in 1892) could expand. After a club had acquired the house in 1975, it was moved a second time to 11th Street in 1988 when the Cathedral who owned the land

wished to sell it. You see, there has to be a really good reason to move a house. Also, if a house is moved you should know where it was moved from. Interesting too is the fact that all ten Apostles originally faced either west or east with a side porch facing south. So the one moved to 11th Street has a side porch on the right hand side because when it originally was on Cathedral Avenue it faced west and thus the side

This 1860 T.P. Rossiter portrait is the best likeness of Stewart that exists. porch was on the right so it faced south. My predecessors, Mildred Smith and Vincent Seyfried each had written books on Garden City’s history. Smith’s 1963 book stated there were 12 Apostles (there were in the Bible) and Seyfried’s 1969 book stated there were nine and he had some information wrong. I never had the chance to meet Smith before she passed away but Vincent Seyfried and I had many conversations on matters like this and I showed him conclusively the ten apostles and where they were located. He agreed. But someone picking up these

books, which are mostly correct and very well done, would say how would we know what is accurate and what isn’t? Exactly! That’s what makes researching and writing about history much more difficult than it appears. For those who think it is just a matter of copying something out of a book or off the Internet, are really just fooling themselves and actually doing a disservice to the community as often they are repeating inaccurate information. Here are some other historic misconceptions I have come across over the years. Maybe you have heard of them too! Garden City’s founder, A.T. Stewart, sat for several portraits, the most famous of which is the 1860 T.P. Rossiter painting (a copy hangs in the Library). Also, there are eyewitness accounts of his appearance . He was Scotch-Irish with reddish brown hair (tinted with gray as he got older). He had light blue eyes and a beard with no mustache his entire adult life. However, there are no known photographs of Stewart that exist but there is an image of someone taken by Matthew Brady filed at the Library of Congress as Stewart. It shows a man seated in a chair with jet black hair, dark eyes and he is completely clean shaven! Smith, Seyfried and myself have all rejected it as Stewart but when someone is looking for a photo of Stewart that one shows up. Most recently it appeared in the beautiful Cherry Valley Golf Club Centennial book this year (ironically so does the T.P. Rossiter portrait - they look nothing alike). There is a lot of misinformation on Stewart’s intent on building Garden City. When Garden City was begun a lot of newspapers began to speculate on his intentions. From Harper’s Weekly to the NY Times everyone chimed in and like today’s media (i.e. the election) they got it wrong. A common misconception was that he was building Garden City so his employees could live here or that it was for the working class of Brooklyn. The first ten houses (Apostles) cost around $18,000 a piece to build (a fortune in 1872). Take my class to find out his real intent! Whenever I give my Garden City historic bus tours, there is always someone who will have some way out misconception. Here are two of my favorites. ”I was told when I was growing up that the Cathedral of the Incarnation was an old European cathedral that was dismantled and shipped to Garden City and then put back together.” Well, no, it was built right here from scratch using Belleville, New Jersey, brownstone. Here’s another “I was always told that Abraham Lincoln laid the cornerstone for St. Paul’s School.” Well, no, Lincoln was assassinated in 1865 and the cornerstone was laid in 1879. Speaking of St. Paul’s cornerstone, I’ve often seen St. Paul’s completion date as 1879 since the cornerstone reads

This 1878 panoramic rare view of Garden City looking north with Rockaway Avenue on the left (note the two Apostles), was taken from the Apostle house on the S.E. corner of Second Street and Rockaway Avenue. It was not taken from the house on the S.W. corner of First Street and Rockaway Avenue as stated in Smith’s B/W photo book.

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“1879” but the school building was not completed until 1883. The Cathedral cornerstone reads “1876” but it was not completed until 1885. Every once in a while a Realtor will advertise a house with misinformation. Often the homeowner will give it to them because a previous owner told them something. For example, claiming a 1912 house on Brook Street was designed by Stanford White. He was murdered in 1906. Another example, a house in the Estates section advertised as from the 1890’s but Garden City Estates was not begun until 1906. Now, I have had people tell me that the Nassau County website said this date or that date but a lot of the dates are guessed at. Garden City’s early records burned in a 1911 fire so often ages are estimated. Do not believe everything you read on the Internet or Wikipedia or whatever. When it comes to Garden City’s history it is often the same incorrect information being repeated. Early photographs and maps are a great help in narrowing down accurate dates for houses. Unfortunately, stories are told and handed down and like the telephone game we played as kids, the stories change with each telling. This makes the historian’s job very challenging as a series of conflicting inaccuracies often cloud a subject. Historians build on those historians who have gone before. Logic also plays a role so if something doesn’t make sense it’s probably wrong as in stating the house at 32 Cathedral Avenue was moved. As always, if you have a question about Garden City’s history you can call me and I’ll do my best to help you.

This Apostle House on Eleventh Street is the only Apostle to have been moved and it was moved twice. Once in 1902 so St. Mary’s School could expand and again in 1988.

The Original Ten Houses A.K.A. “The Apostles” 1872 Where were they and where are they?

S.E. corner Hilton Ave. & Stewart Ave. Torn down 1930 for Hilton Hall Apartments N.E. corner Hilton Ave. & Seventh St. Torn down 1930 for Hilton Hall Apartments S.E. corner Hilton Ave. & Fifth St. Torn down 1949. S.W. corner Hilton Ave & Fifth St. (expanded) S.E. corner Cathedral Ave. & Fifth St. Moved twice 1902 & 1988 (currently on 11th St.) S.W. corner Cathedral Ave. and Fourth St. S.W. corner Cathedral Ave. and Fifth St burned down 1879 (just south of the Cathedral) S.E. corner Rockaway Ave. & Fourth St. (facade changed) S.W. corner Rockaway Ave., & Third St. S.E. corner Rockaway Ave. & Second St.

This 1888 map of Garden City is very valuable as it shows every structure built up to that time. The Apostle that is circled is 32 Cathedral Avenue, where it still is today.

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Garden City teen starring in Nutcracker Maggie Minett, a Garden City resident and senior at Sacred Heart Academy (SHA), will star as the Dew Drop Fairy in the Sacred Heart production of The Nutcracker. Maggie began dancing as a kindergartener at Garden City Recreation Department and continued receiving instruction at the Classical School of Ballet, Long Island. This past summer, she participated in the Joffrey Pre-professional Ballet Intensive. Maggie maintains a rigorous academic schedule for her senior year, which includes AP classes in Biology, Calculus, Language and Composition, Physics, Psychology, and US history, as well as honors classes in Economics and Government and French. Maggie is the president for the drama group on Sacred Heart Academy’s successful Speech and Debate Team. She is also a volunteer at Winthrop Hospital and a lector and respite volunteer at St. Anne’s Church. Maggie has participated in SHA’s musical theater program and Nutcracker since her freshman year. She was humbled to be selected as the Dew Drop Fairy for her final ballet performance at Sacred Heart and said, “The positive environment surrounding

Maggie Minett the production of The Nutcracker has always helped to create a polished show and I am grateful to have been given this leadership opportunity.” The Nutcracker will be at Sacred Heart Academy on Friday, November 18 at 7:00 p.m., Saturday, November 19 at 7:00 p.m. and Sunday, November 20 at 2:00 p.m. Tickets are $10 in advance, available by calling 516.483.7383 x0 or $15 at the door.

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From page 1 board meetings the very start of 2016 (reported in The Garden City News throughout 2015 and in early 2016). Six school districts on Long Island have not implemented the veterans’ partial tax exemption: Bethpage, Lynbrook, Lawrence, Roosevelt, Hempstead, and Garden City. On Tuesday, Board President Heineman said New York State allows school boards to grant a number of status-based exemptions, including “a range of exemptions to veterans” and at the end of the summer, there was further action taken in this effort at the state legislative level. “The state expanded that exemption to Cold War veterans, so now all veterans would be eligible, assuming the school board holds a public hearing and passes a resolution,” she explained.

The Board’s Longstanding Theory

With volunteer firefighters, Heineman said there were exemptions considered a number of years ago but the overall there’s a theory in practice for the Garden City school district.

“When we addressed the exemptions as it pertained to the veterans, the school board has had a longstanding position which it has iterated and reiterated over the last few times this came up. That is essentially that these status-based exemptions don’t do anything to reduce taxes or the overall tax burden of the community. They essentially are for the exempt, favored group to get their taxes reduced and by whatever amount the exempt group does not have to pay, that difference does not go away. It’s made up by the remaining residents of the community. In a sense, what’s saved by one group must get paid by the remaining residents who are not exempt,” Heineman said. She added that while she has the utmost respect for veterans and firefighters, the school board has always felt its commitment to reducing the tax burden “or at least slowing the growth of the tax burden” for Garden City residents in order to help everyone in the community. That’s been the basis for not granting tax exemptions offered at the board’s discretion under state legislation.

Heineman then asked the school board trustees if they had any interest in reconsidering the long-time position of the district, as she stated she was not in favor of granting exemptions including the new request for firefighters. The board’s response was clearly “no.” School Board Vice President Tom Pinou said Heineman’s words summarized all the discussions on exemptions for veterans’ at the board table in recent years, by way of history. “It really is our current position at this point in time (to not grant exemptions) on that principle level,” Pinou said. There was concurrence from the other board members to that point. Superintendent of Schools Dr. Robert Feirsen was silent during Heineman’s explanation and as her fellow three board members – Robert Martin, Laura Hastings, and Pinou – reacted to it (School Board Trustee William Holub was not present for the November 15 meeting). But Feirsen offered to follow up with Fire Chief Castoro and convey to him the board’s decision against the exemption, as Heineman stated it, to inform the chief “we are not going to

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reconsider our position.” Phone calls from the News to Chief Castoro on Wednesday, November 16 about the exemption request were not answered.

Honoring Veterans, Honoring Taxpayers

Walter Gross has lived in Garden City for over 38 years. He serves as adjutant of the William Bradford Turner American Legion Post 265. In a Letter to the Editor in The Garden City News appearing on May 22, 2015, Gross extended his thanks to Mayor Nick Episcopia and Legislator Laura Schaefer “for their kind personal support of our request that the Garden City Board of Education approve the Veterans Partial School Tax Exemption” at the municipal level. When his efforts yielded no turn of events at the school board level, Gross wrote another letter in June of this year and spoke about a petition that circulated a year ago at Homecoming to pose a ballot question to Garden City, whether or not to approve the exemption. Gross See page 46

Baseball gets new leaders, EEOC to review age discrimination claim

From page 28 apologize for the reporting that created misinformation that is simply not true – we never go out and tap anybody on the shoulder and say we want you to become a coach, and we never offer a candidate a position before interviews are conducted. We never appoint anyone before a recommendation is made to the school board as the board ultimately must act on the recommendation of the superintendent and cannot act before that, and I cannot act on my own either to appoint anyone either,” Dr. Feirsen said.

Legal Challenge Continues

The fight for Smith’s job turns away from matters involving the 2017 GCHS baseball team, but it continues after his claim alleging age discrimination on the part of the district and its athletics department. “I don’t personally think that Dawn Cerrone is qualified and capable of performing her job as athletic director. Rich Smith was wronged by Dawn Cerrone and we will litigate that to the end,” Sullivan said. In his phone interview on November 16 Sullivan confirmed that Smith’s legal challenge filed this summer – an Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) complaint -- was moving ahead and the last change in its status occurred in late September. A timeframe recorded by the EEOC indicated August 23, 2016 as their internal filing date. “Rich Smith’s complaint was dated July 29 but the EEOC has it filed August 23. The EEOC has to either make its

investigation or give me permission to start the lawsuit, and the EEOC inquired whether or not the parties were willing to conference the case. On September 2 the charge was transferred to the EEOC’s mediation division and it was assigned to a mediator. Then I received communication from the EEOC if we were willing to go to mediation, and I said yes. On September 23 the EEOC sent notice that Smith’s charge had been transferred to the investigation division and been assigned to an investigator,” Sullivan tells the News. He says this indicates that GCUFSD’s attorney Bonnie Gorham from Guercio & Guercio LLP of Farmingdale was not accepting mediation as the next step. No further notice on the EEOC case has come forth since September 23.

New Coaches at Slightly Higher Pay?

For the 2015 baseball season, his 43rd as the varsity head coach in the district, Coach Smith received $8,686 in compensation, approved by the school board on February 24, 2015. He earned the same exact amount for 2016, what now represents his final baseball season. Charles Menges, the longtime assistant varsity coach under Smith, earned $6,775 for his position in the 2016 season (as approved by the school board at its meeting on February 23). For the 2017 season, Izzo will receive slightly more for his first year as the varsity head coach with a sum of $8,773 approved Tuesday night, with the season assignment running from March 6 through June 5. Izzo earned $6,080 as head coach of JV baseball last season.

New varsity assistant coach Ray Chaputian was head coach of the 8th grade GCMS baseball team in spring 2016. He was also previously appointed as one of several attendance office assistants in the high school, approved with “building tasks” personnel by the school board. With a rescission also approved by the school board at its meeting on November 15, Chaputian’s role as the head coach for seventh grade boys’ basketball, retroactive to October 2, has ceased. Chaputian will receive $6,843 as the assistant varsity baseball coach next spring.

Smith Honored Outside the District

When the updated Nassau Coliseum is built Garden City baseball and Rich Smith’s legacy will be a part of it. He

was inducted into the county’s newly-created High School Athletics Hall of Fame this year, with its second year class of inductees and one of the eight coaches on a list of 31 Long Island sports figures. Several former players attended a dinner reception for that honor as Smith’s guests in late October. Since 1973, Smith’s GCHS baseball teams won three Nassau County titles as well as the Long Island and New York State Championship in 2000. Smith was named Nassau County Coach of the Year three times. In June, Coach Smith’s Garden City team for 2016 was honored for sportsmanship by Nassau County Umpires Association, bestowed on the team after a vote by 200 members that officiate all high school baseball games (public and private schools) county-wide.

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School Board faces another coaching controversy From page 28 County champion, but now he’s 14 years old and a freshman at GCHS. She says her sons’ success in wrestling to date came from great teaching at a VFW in Syosset, where Tyler still trains a few days a week after his workouts and practices with the GCHS staff and teammates. But the chance to learn from somebody she has known for many years in Foxen, the proven wrestler, should not be overlooked by the school board. DeSena addressed the board on Tuesday night as she’s deeply concerned about Garden City’s wrestling program and the chances its students, current and future, will stand against competitive Nassau County teams such as Wantagh and “Our coaches have very little technical experience. I feel you are endangering the students by putting them in a room with coaches that don’t have that technical wrestling experience, and it’s a shame that parents need to send their children for further coaching on the outside because they are not learning proper technique at Garden City High School. My younger son started at the Garden City Grapplers’ program when he was five years old. Dave Foxen was instrumental in helping Spencer and Tyler how to wrestle – with my older son, when Dave helped at the middle school and high school (in the early 2000s). Dave Foxen is a qualified coach who’s brought teams to national tournaments and he himself has a full array of accomplishments. My youngest son just went through labrum surgery because he was in an endangered situa-

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tion --- the wrestling coaches at Garden City High School know less than he does, and that’s scary, and I’ve been through this program with my kids twice,” DeSena said. She reiterated the need to hire Dave Foxen with his technical experience, saying the board should look at the dramatic need for safe instructions on how to wrestle correctly – given the difference between that individual sport and the nature of sports like football, lacrosse and soccer -- and the competitive Long Island high school level wrestling brings up. “It could be the simplest little move, but if the kids don’t know how to do it correctly they can get injured. These children have the right to learn correctly. We have worked very hard on both of my sons’ technical instruction. My first boy made it to Harvard, and I’d like my second boy make it to a college he would like to go to and accomplish greatness as well,” she said. Dr. Feirsen replied to DeSena that the district shares her interests in having a child succeed, and the administration shares her concerns over safety. “We would not be making recommendations if we felt that students’ health and safety were endangered. We can obviously disagree about that but we want you to know there is no higher priority. We want the children to come home to you pretty much the way they left you in the morning, and I say that as a parent and a school administrator. Every day your child leaves you, you want to make sure they come back in good shape,” Dr. Feirsen said. School Board President Angela

Heineman listened to parents voicing their concerns and said she was sure the GCUFSD administration only makes coaching recommendations “that are best for the kids.” She says nothing is more important than ensuring the safety of Garden City’s children with all the decision-making the school board is involved in.

Rich Smith’s Exit

Hepworth was an assistant for GCHS boys’ JV lacrosse in 2015. In spring of 2016, he was head coach of the 7th and 8th grade boys’ lacrosse team and he’s held similar duties, for example as just the 8th grade boys’ lacrosse team head coach in spring 2009. Hepworth has also served as an assistant coach for 8th grade football, ironically the same position as Rich Smith has held in Middle School Athletics including for the season that just ended on October 28. In a phone interview the following day, Wednesday November 16, Coach Smith’s attorney Robert Sullivan told The Garden City News there is a parallel in not bringing back Smith for baseball in 2017 and looking past Dave Foxen for the assistant position in this winter’s high school wrestling program. “They turned down a Garden City wrestling legend, a man whose family history is steeped in wrestling for a coach from another sport. You hire someone without experience only when you do not have a choice and here they had a choice, with a dedicated member of the community. She’s not interested in the most qualified and best candidates for the coaching positions. That’s what happens with Dawn Cerrone as the

athletic director receiving blind support from Dr. Feirsen,” Sullivan says. Sullivan commented that while he’s monitoring all district athletics moves, it was acceptable to hire an assistant with little experience in certain cases, but “it did not make any sense, to me personally, that Coach Hepworth is a football guy and not a wrestling coach.” Parents at the meeting were adamant on this point to try to steer the board to reconsider Dave Foxen as an assistant or volunteer. But criticism of Cerrone was not backed up by comments to the board at the November 15 meeting. DeSena told the News her husband reached out to Cerrone to discuss the need for an instructor like Foxen on the GCHS wrestling team, and she says after two conversations including a meeting with her husband, the discussion went quite well. Despite her disappointment in the new hire over Foxen for the 2016 winter season, DeSena is encouraged about the direction of Garden City athletics overall and Cerrone’s evaluation of the wrestling program. After the school board moved into executive session, Board President Heineman stayed for five minutes to speak with Dave Foxen and listen to his ideas. His wife said the first priority would be for her husband to offer extra instructional time to younger wrestling students – those in kindergarten through eighth grade -- in the Garden City Grapplers program, which will start its 18th season in the village on December 6. Registration for the program is ongoing.

Board denies tax exemption for firefighters

From page 45 relayed the board keeping silent on the potential relief for some taxpayers throughout the 2015 and early 2016 discussions. “The William Bradford Turner American Legion Post 265 addressed the BOE, and after the BOE said there was not overwhelming support for the exemption, our Post, in less than an hour during last Fall’s Homecoming parade (2015) received well over 100 signatures on a petition requesting that the BOE place the issue, as a non-binding vote, on the May, 2016 ballot - i.e. let our Garden City taxpaying citizens tell us what they think and want,” Gross explained in his letter. Veterans point out that a stark contrast exists between the low numbers of veterans living in Garden City and the growing number or volunteer firefighters who have routinely

been sworn in and applauded at Board of Trustees’ meetings each month. At last count during an update from the fire chief this summer, there were 103 citizen/volunteer members and 16 career fire staff within the GCFD, although many firefighters for the village do live in other areas. In a May 15, 2015 Letter to the Editor, one veteran who has repeatedly approached the school board on this issue mentioned existing property tax exemptions for volunteer firefighters and tied the school district’s rejection of the veterans’ exemption to future voting prospective for school board trustees. “Our country state and community have decided to provide real estate tax breaks for a variety reasons. Regardless of the reason, this always shifts the burden to everyone

else who is paying because the money has to come from someone. There are no mass protests against giving seniors or firefighters breaks on other real estate taxes. Why should veterans be held to a different standard? This is a complete dereliction of duty and an insult to the men and women in Garden City that have served their country. The board has been approached now on at least three occasions to discuss the topic and they refuse. The veterans of Garden City are left with two options, move out of the town we love and defended or use the ballot box,” wrote Commander Christopher Blume of American Legion Post 265. With a slightly ironic twist, right after comments on the tax exemptions School Board Trustee Martin spoke about his participation in the Hemlock

School Veteran’s Day ceremony on Thursday, November 10. He said four veterans, all residents of the village, attended and three had served in Vietnam and another young man was a security detail for an Air Force cargo plane based in Germany, flying missions into Afghanistan and humanitarian missions into Africa. Martin’s enthusiasm from the presentation to students and meeting with these veterans was evident, and he said for the veterans it was “a little tricky” explaining military careers and experiences to the younger elementary school children. On Tuesday night Board President Heineman said the respect for serving the country was not ever part of the board’s stance. “For me this is not an issue of respect, it’s an issue of ecoSee page 52

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We leave from St. Paul’s at 10:15 am and will take the Recreation bus to Resorts World Casino at Aqueduct. The promotion for the month is: earn 10 points to receive $20 in slot play and a $10 lunch coupon. We will return to St. Paul’s around 4:30 pm. The cost of this trip is $5. To register, please visit the Recreation Office at 108 Rockaway Ave

Special Events for November

• Tuesday, November 22 at 10 am – Computer Class, “How to use the Internet”. Space is limited and reservations are necessary by calling the Senior Center at 385-8006. • Tuesday, November 29 at 10 am – “Get the Best out of your IPAD and IPhone”. Please bring your IPAD or IPhone with you to this class. Space is limited and reservations are necessary by calling the Senior Center at 385-8006 • Wednesday, November 30 at 1 pm – Audiologist Roy Sullivan, PhD. on “How to Reduce your “What”tage”. This workshop will discuss hearing and communication for the senior population. Registration is necessary. To register for any of the above programs call The Senior Center at 385-8006. To attend “Chow Down with the Chamber”, please visit the Office of Recreation and Parks at 108 Rockaway Ave or call 465-4075.

Exercise for Seniors

Recreation and Parks is offering the following exercise classes for seniors at The Senior Center on Golf Club Lane. For the next few months the classes will be free in order to for you to try each class, after which they will be offered at a nominal charge. Classes are open to all seniors ages 60 and older who are

residents of the Inc. Village of Garden City. Classes might be canceled due to a special event or trip so please check the bulletin board at The Senior Center for updates. • MONDAYS Exercise with Felicia at 10 am Tai Chi with Connie at 1 pm Meditation with Connie at 2 pm • TUESDAYS Yoga for all Levels with Allie at 11:15 am Chair Dancing with Felicia at 2:30 pm • WEDNESDAY Exercise with Felicia at 9:45 am Chair Yoga with Connie at 11 am • THURSDAY Exercise with Joy at 9 am (paid class, prior registration is needed) Yoga for all Levels with Allie at 11:15 am Yoga for all Levels with Allie at 12:15 pm • FRIDAY Exercise with Felicia at 9:45 am Resistance Bands with Felicia at 10:45 am Meditation with Connie at noon Tai Chi with Connie at 1 pm

Registration for upcoming Senior trips - New trips added

The Recreation and Parks Department, with the advisement of the Senior Advisory Committee, is sponsoring the following trips for seniors who are residents of the Inc. Village of Garden City during the upcoming months. Please remember to register early because all trips are first come, first served. No registrations will be taken before they are announced in the paper & payment must accompany any registration. Tuesday, November 22 – Resorts World Casino – We leave at 10:15 am and will take the Recreation bus to Resorts World Casino at Aqueduct. The promotion for the month is earn 10 points to receive $20 in slot play and a $10 lunch coupon. We will return to St. Paul’s around 4:30 pm. The cost of this trip is $5. To register, please visit the Recreation Office at 108 Rockaway Ave. Monday, December 5 – Dyker Lights Tour –Back by popular demand, we will again ride to Brooklyn to see the famous Holiday light displays in Dyker Heights. We will have dinner at the Colandrea New Corner Restaurant first, then visit the neighborhood to see the display. After reboarding the bus, we will then drive to Rockefeller Center to see the tree! The cost of this trip will be $85, checks only made payable to Rendezvous Travel. PLEASE NOTE, THIS TRIP IS NOW FILLED. To register for any of these trips, please visit the Recreation Office at 108 Rockaway Ave. Please note, once the fees are sent to the venues, they are not refundable so make your selections carefully. All trips are open senior residents of the Inc. Village of Garden City only.

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AHRC plans Christmas Luncheon You are cordially invited to attend the gala Garden City AHRC annual Christmas Luncheon on Monday, December 5th in the grand ballroom of the Garden City Hotel beginning at 10 a.m. with boutique holiday shopping and cocktails, followed by luncheon with a choice of two delicious entrees. This year, we are happy to announce the appearance of a special musical guest, Tom Humbert, who will lend his gifted musical style to the luncheon for your enjoyment. Tom is a Garden City resident and well known singer, composer, musician, musical director, and actor. He has had starring roles in over 50 musical theatre productions, been in TV commercials, film and radio jingles. He has also performed for former presidents and first ladies George Bush and Barbara Bush and Bill and Hillary Clinton at the White House and has sung for Paul Anka, Jack Palance, Shari Lewis and Lamb Chop, Bill Parcells and Boomer Esiason, to name a few. Tom has produced two CD recordings featuring original songs of faith and two CDs featuring the Great American Song Book with the Rainbow Room Jazz group. He has also completed a TV pilot and movie for television called, “Wholly Broken.” A top cash raffle prize of $500 will be

awarded during the luncheon. The new “Pick Your Prize” raffle offers exciting and valuable prizes. Here is a preview of what you may win: Sunday Brunch for Four at the Garden City Hotel; a Mahogany Mink Knitted Wrap by Tsontos Furs; a $300 Bloomingdale’s Gift Certificate & Tiffany Sterling Silver Heart Necklace; $200 in GC Wines & Schwartz Chocolate Gift Certifs. & Culinary Heights Gift Basket; $300 in Gift Certificates for Fitness with CrossFit Garden City and Fine Dining at Local Restaurants; $300 Chico’s Gift Certificate & Tiffany Beaded Bracelet. For your added convenience, vendors will be available throughout the luncheon in the Main Ballroom offering their high quality boutique gift and holiday items, including lovely handbags, accessories and high fashion costume jewelry. Tickets are $90 (tax deductible) with all proceeds going directly to benefit the individuals and families served by AHRC Nassau. The event is expected to be a sellout so make your reservations early. Gentlemen are most welcome. For more information or to receive an invitation to this gala Garden City luncheon, call Cynthia at 516-510-7963.

Garden City Retired Men’s Club Schedule of Events

Monday November 21 Meeting Monday November 28 Sandwiches Monday December 5 Meeting Save The Date: Thursday, December 15th at Noon - RMC Annual Christmas Party at Cherry Valley Club. Our Club will subsidize the cost. Bowling every Friday during season at Herrill Lanes. Contact Ron Zwicke at 747-6842 details. Poker players: check with John Marino at 248-1770. We encourage senior men to come and join in as we enjoy our gorgeous, meeting place. And bring a friend to play with. We welcome bridge, and especially non-bridge, players, in order to expand the variety of our activities. Some suggestions: poker, chess, backgammon, other card games, cribbage

and billiards Also you may come for just conversation, camaraderie, and to make new friends. Lunch is served roughly twice a month.

About the GC Retired Men’s Club

All Garden City men, 55 years and older, are eligible for membership. Annual dues are a very “expensive” $10. The Club is non-sectarian and non-political. Meetings are on Mondays, and a less formal meeting is on Thursdays. Both begin at noon and end at 4:00pm. The Club offers a large screen TV, card games (bridge, poker, cribbage), chess, backgammon, and billiards. In good weather we offer bocce, shuffleboard and horseshoe pitching. Also, the RMC will sponsor periodic speakers which are in addition to those speakers sponsored by the GC Dept. of Recreation and Parks.

GC Senior Bridge On November 14th there were 5 1/2 tables playing. The results: North/South 1--Joan Kiernan & Claire Burns

2--Grace Basile & Joan Cowie East/West 1--Mickey Norton & Nancy Cervini 2--Fran & Frank DeAngelo

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It’s What’s Happening for Young Adults New Playaway Launchpads

Pre-Loaded Tablets for Tweens and Teens to Check Out The Garden City Public Library’s Young Adult Department is excited to announce the addition of Playaway Launchpads to their AV collection. Playaway Launchpads are pre-loaded tablets with high-quality, ad-free learning apps to provide themed, grade-leveled, subject-based learning. Subject include ACT and SAT Prep, Middle School Science, Languages (including Spanish, Italian, and German), and Brain and Casual Games. Each Launchpad comes with a 7” HD Touchscreen, an Android operating system, a protective case, and pre-loaded apps. The Playway Launchpads are circulating but may be taken out only by Garden City adult card holders. They circulate for 7 days and are not holdable, but can be renewed 1 time. There is a limit to 1 Launchpad per household at a time. Late fees are $2 a day up to $25 and the replacement fee is $99.

Game Day

Join us for an afternoon of gaming on Saturday, December 10 from 2:00PM-4:00PM. This program is for Grades 6-12. We’ll be playing tabletop games, including Pandemic, Ticket to Ride, Settlers of Catan, Dominion, Codenames, and more, plus playing Super Smash Brothers and Mario Kart 8 on the Wii U. Prior experience playing tabletop games is not necessary, as instruction will be provided. Registration is required and begins Monday, November 21 at 9:30AM online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org).

Introduction to Coding with Sharper Training Solutions

Participate in Computer Science Education Week and the international Hour of Code challenge by taking this introduction to coding class. This class will be held Tuesday, December 6 from 6 -8 p.m. and is for tweens and teens in Grades

6-12. Registration is required and began Monday, November 14 online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Harry Potter Day

The Children’s and Young Adult Departments will be celebrating the release of the new Harry Potter movie at the Library with a day full of Harry Potter themed programs on Saturday, November 19! • 11 a.m. -12 noon – Potions for Grades 6-12: Do science experiments with Harry Potter theme with science teacher Chris Buchman. Registration began October 31 online via Eventkeeper (www. gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. • 11 a.m. -12 noon – Golden Snitch Cake Pops for Grades 3-5: Create delicious Golden Snitch Cake Pops with the Baking Coach. Registration began October 31 online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. • 12:30 -1:30 p.m. – Golden Snitch Cake Pops for Grades 6-12: Create delicious Golden Snitch Cake Pops with the Baking Coach. Registration began October 31 online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. • 12:30-1:30 p.m. – Potions for Grades 3-5: Do science experiments with Harry Potter theme with science teacher Chris Buchman. Registration began October 31 online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. • 2:30-3:30 p.m. – Harry Potter Games: Triwizard Tournament, Quidditch, and More! Play games and participate in our Triwizard Tournament to earn points for your house. Grades 3-12 may sign up. Registration

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began October 31 online via Eventkeeper (www. gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. Please note, Quidditch will be held outside and may be cancelled if there is inclement weather. Patrons can also stop by during the day on the first floor between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. to get sorted into a Hogwarts House, participate in our Harry Potter Scavenger Hunt to earn points for their House, do word games and activities, and more! Interested in helping plan Harry Potter Day and earning volunteer hours? Then attend one of our Teen Advisory Board meetings or contact Young Adult Librarian Laura Giunta at laurag@gardencitypl.org or at 516-742-8405 x242. Harry Potter Day has been funded by the Friends of the GC Public Library.

Tweens and Teens Anime Club

Join us for a meeting of the Anime Club on Monday, November 21 from 6:00PM-7:00PM! This program is for tweens and teens in Grades 6-12. We will be watching the anime Blue Exorcist, which is rated PG-13. Snacks and beverages will be provided. Registration is required and began Monday, November 7 online via Eventkeeper (www. gardencitypl.org). Yak and Snack Book Discussion Read the book Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children by Ransom Riggs and join us for a discussion at the Library on Thursday, December 1 from 6:00PM-7:00PM. This program is for Grades 6-12. Registration is required and began Monday, October 24 online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. Registrants can pick up a copy of the book in the Young Adult Room after they register online. Registrants should bring a brown-bag dinner to the event. Food and snacks will be provided.

News From the Children’s Room Thanksgiving Day

Thanksgiving 2016 is on Thursday, November 24th. But how, why and who decided that the last Thursday of November would be declared Thanksgiving Day? In 1789, President Washington declared Thursday, November 26, as a “Day of Publick Thanksgivin,” according to the National Archives. But in the years following, the date for the holiday was announced by Presidential proclamation and celebrated on various days and months. When President Lincoln made his Thanksgiving proclamation in 1863, the last Thursday of November became standard. On December 26, 1941, Congress passed a law making Thanksgiving the fourth Thursday of November www.npr.org/sections/thetwoway/.../how-did-thanksgivingend-up-on-thursday . Thanksgiving is a day filled with traditions! Families gather together like the Pilgrims and the Native Americans did to celebrate all that we are thankful for. Tradition dictates turkey as the main course, along with side dishes including stuffing, mashed potatoes, corn, cranberry and for dessert, pumpkin pie. Another tradition is the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade where floats, balloons, celebrities, and the Rockettes are all featured. The Library has many books about Thanksgiving, both fiction and non-fiction. Books to read include The First Thanksgiving (featuring Pete the Cat) by Kimberly & James

Dean, The Berenstain Bears Give Thanks by Jan and Mike Berenstain, A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving by Charles M. Schulz, What is Thanksgiving? by Elaine Landau, and Thanksgiving Recipes by Ronnie Roone. Happy Turkey Day to all!

November Programs

The Book Ends book discussion for Grades 3, 4 & 5 will be held on Tuesday, November 29 from 4PM - 5PM. The book is Disney’s Dream (Blast to the Past, book 2) by Stacia Deutsch. Discuss the book, play a couple of games, do a craft, watch a movie and enjoy a snack and a drink! The Family Gingerbread House Program with the Baking Coach will be held on Saturday, December 3rd. Choose one of the two sessions – either 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. or Session 2 at 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. This is a family program for children 2 ½ - Fifth Grade and their families. There is a maximum of four members per family, one of which must be an adult. Registration began on November 14 at 9:30 a.m. One family member needs to register on Eventkeeper (www. gardencitypl.org). Please check the Library website www.gardencitypl.org for upcoming events and registration dates. Funding for these programs has been provided by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library. Priority for registration and participation is given to children who are Garden City Public Library cardholders.

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Cozy Up with a Good Book

Adult Winter Reading Club Garden City Public Library In Person Registration Begins Sunday, November 27th at 1PM It’s that time again! It’s hard to believe that the Garden City Public Library is entering its second decade of the very popular Cozy Up with a Good Book Adult Winter Reading Club. You are invited to join the Eleventh Annual Adult Winter Reading Club which will be held from Sunday, November 27th to Sunday, April 9th, 2017. There are no meetings. You choose the books you want to read or listen to. You fill out a review card for each book read. Your

review cards will then be entered into a final drawing at the Cozy Up with a Good Book Celebration Brunch (by invitation only) to be held in the spring. The more review cards you fill out, the more chances you have to win! Registration begins on Sunday, November 27th at 1:00 PM and ends Sunday, January 22nd, 2017. Registration must be done in person and you must be an adult Garden City Library cardholder to join. So come in and register at the Reference Desk. And remember --- cozy up with a good book this winter!

Seated Mindful Meditation Mondays, November 28th, December 5th, 12th, 19th at 7PM Garden City Public Library Enjoy an evening with George Kozik, meditation instructor from Garden City’s Yoga Nanda Studio, at the Garden City Public Library on four Monday evenings, November 28th,

December 5th, 12th, and 19th at 7PM. This will be a meditation experience about healing and inspiration. This is an opportunity to connect with your true self and spiritual purpose. Take the journey beyond conscious thought into a greater state of relaxation. All are welcome. Please be prompt.

Library closed for Thanksgiving

The Garden City Public Library will be open from 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, November 23.

It will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 24.

Board denies tax exemption for firefighters From page 46 nomics and fairness to everyone. I have tremendous respect for everyone who pays their taxes and supports our schools and programs with their own money. Personally I am not in favor of granting anything that would shift that burden from one resident to another,” she said.

Is Data the Last Word?

Veterans have previously contested the lack of financial data and presentation of the topic to the Garden City community (taxpayers) to signal the real impacts of granting the tax exemptions. At the school board meeting Tuesday night, one veteran in the audience pondered the chances of Garden City taxpayers willing to add an extra $40 to $50 in their tax bills (calculated in an estimate earlier this year by local American Legion members) to offset the exemptions for Armed Forces veterans in the village. He was of the opinion

that enough people would agree with a marginal increase, but he declined to officially comment on it for publication in the News. Heineman in her comments Tuesday night on the “economic basis” did not mention any specific numbers. The issue comes back to discussion from the January 12, 2016, school board meeting when resident and Recreation Commission member Michael Ryder, whose son is a veteran and village resident, wanted to know how and why the school board rejected the idea of a veterans’ tax exemption “without disclosing its data for the potential fiscal impact of losing the veterans’ tax contribution.” As the year started, Ryder put forth the following question for the district’s consideration: “How can you say no or reject the idea (of granting exemptions) without the information?” As six weeks remain in the year, he and other Garden City taxpayers can ask the same question.

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Garden City Community Coalition News

Check out our website at www. gccoalition.org. Updated information about who we are and what we are doing. Many links are available on the sight and videos to see regarding hot topics. There are opportunities for you to help.

Are you a sponsor of the GC Coalition?

Sponsors are welcome. • Bronze sponsor is $50 • Silver sponsor is $100 • Gold sponsor is $200 • Sponsor names will be displayed on the webpage. • No donation is too small. The Garden City Community Coalition is a 501 (c). A tax receipt will be returned to you. Contact us today info@gccoalition.org

The Courage to Speak Foundation

During the fall the Garden City Community Coalition hosted an event at the high school called The Courage to Speak. The high school auditorium was packed with parents and children of all ages to hear the story of Ian. The Courage to Speak Foundation was founded in 1996, shortly after Ginger and Larry Katz lost their son, Ian to a drug overdose. Since then, The Courage to Speak Foundation has been dedicated to fulfilling a promise Ginger made to Ian: She promised to do everything in her power to prevent this tragedy from happening to another family. Ginger Katz wrote a book called Sunny’s story which tells the story about her son’s addiction through the eyes of their pet beagle, Sunny. It’s a book for all ages and helps youngsters understand how addiction can happen very fast and to anyone. If you did not get to attend please check out their website http://www. couragetospeak.org/

Mission Statement:

The mission of the Garden City Community Coalition is to encourage positive behavioral choices for Garden City residents of all ages. The Coalition is committed to supporting and encouraging family, community and schoolbased initiatives that promote healthy lifestyles. Want to help others but not sure how? Please become a member of Garden City Community Coalition!

Since 2002, the Garden City Community Coalition has helped to encourage positive behavioral choices for Garden City residents of all ages. The Coalition is committed to supporting and encouraging family, community and school-based initiatives that promote healthy lifestyles. Your annual membership of $15 will help support : • Professional speakers for the community and students in the Garden City Public Schools • Parenting workshops • Awareness of drug and alcohol prevention • E-newsletter of important information on drug and alcohol prevention and tips Help us help others. Make checks payable to Garden City Community Coalition Annual membership fee is $15 per family. Enclosed is my check for $______________. Name: _____________________________________ Address: _____________________________________ Email: _____________________________________ Please mail your membership to Garden City Community Coalition PO Box 8153 Garden City NY 11530. Garden City Community Coalition is a 501 ( c ) 3 corporation. Donations are tax deductible to the fullest. The mission of the Garden City Community Coalition is to encourage positive behavioral choices for Garden City residents of all ages. The Coalition is committed to supporting and encouraging family, community and schoolbased initiatives that promote healthy lifestyles.

GC Community Coalition Officers

Roberta Clark Katie Colavito Diane Feyrer Jen Soper – GCHS Health/PE Teacher Joy Fulhardt Michele Vincent – Stratford/Stewart Social Worker Michelle Kaiserman Gail Madigan Julia Kuntz – GCMS Health/PE teacher Keegan Baker – GCMS Social Worker

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Email: Editor@GCNews.com

From page 2 limits to what a municipality can afford to spend to further increase labor costs which continue to account for more than 60% of our annual Village budget. The fact-finder acknowledged as much. That doesn’t mean we don’t value these employees or that we shouldn’t continue to negotiate a new contract in good faith. It also doesn’t mean that, from time-to-time, we shouldn’t recognize employees who, e.g., have taken on greater responsibilities or otherwise distinguished themselves. That is exactly what the Board did, initially with Mr. Kirby’s blessing, at its last meeting by recognizing a handful of CSEA rank and file employees. But it is important to note that even as it did so, the Board was conscious of the need to continue to prudently manage employee costs. That recognition – assuming, as we hope, that the union consents to it – will be funded by a small portion of the savings from a downsizing of our workforce. Most of the savings will be used to help offset the considerable backlog of infrastructure needs of the Village. Prudent management requires the Village to continue to look for, and capture, operational savings in order that we can continue to renew that infrastructure in an affordable way. Richard V. Silver Village Trustee

Loyal employees

To the Editor: This is in response to comments made by Trustee Silver in a Garden City News article dated November 1, 2016. We, the members of Garden City’s Blue Collar Rank and File Unit, are disturbed by the Board of Trustee’s future plans for the Village of Garden City. As stated by Trustee Silver, the Board intends to continue to look for “outsourcing opportunities”, ”eliminate low value workers” and keep only those that are “deemed essential.” We are hardworking, loyal employees asking for ALL members to be represented with the same level of respect. We strive hard each and every day to provide Garden City residents with the highest quality of service. With that being said, to single out a few employees for their service is not only unfair to the CSEA work force but an insult to all the other employees. The comments made by Trustee Silver allude to the fact that the Board of Trustees does not feel that we are deserving of respect and fairness as has been reflected time and again in their unwillingness since 2013 to negotiate a FAIR contract for all our members. What is evident is that our workers have not allowed this to taint our work ethic and continue to provide you, the residents, with the same level of service you have always enjoyed. We have come to know each other by face and

by name. Temporary workers cannot offer the same sense of security. In all that we do our members work together and take pride in providing the reliability and safety that sets Garden City apart from other municipalities. We respectfully request that you, the residents, contact your Property Owner’s Association, the Board of Trustees and Garden City Administration encouraging them to reach a fair and reasonable contract. CSEA Rank and File Blue Collar Unit.

Who wants it?

To The Editor: Who is actually in favor of this hotel project? Obviously, Marriott and the development company are eager to build and operate it, but who among our Village Board members is in favor of this project proceeding and why do they feel this is good idea? No resident that I have discussed this with thinks this is a good idea. Some of those don’t even live near the site and would not be directly impacted. Some are not sure of all the specifics but have the general feeling that is unnecessary and does not help those that live nearby. Clearly some residents on Clinton Rd between Stewart Ave & Old Country are not in favor it. I would imagine that some residents in the Mott Section, especially those in the areas closer to Clinton Road, are not in favor of it. I seriously doubt the residents on Raymond Ct or Vanderbilt Ct are thrilled with the idea of a 163 room hotel complex being so near to their homes. My family is not in favor it. We live on Clinton Road (South of Stewart Ave). Clinton Road, in its entirety, is already a mess with multiple existing and growing problems to which the village administration has continually turned a blind eye/deaf ear. This hotel will in no way improve things for my family but it will likely add to the issues we face on my street and nearby. How will our property values be impacted for those of us that live near to the site? How does it improve Clinton Road residents’ current situation in terms of traffic, speeding, truck and construction vehicles etc? How does this hotel improve the already bad situation at the “failed” intersection of Clinton Road & Stewart Ave? Is more hotel capacity really needed? LaQuinta Inn & Suites, Red Roof Inn, Hilton Garden Inn, Holiday Inn Westbury, Hampton Inn “Garden City”, Hyatt Place “Garden City”, Hilton Homewood Suites, Marriott Spring Hill Suites, The Long Island Marriott, and The Garden City Hotel are all within 1.5 miles of the proposed build site. That is 11 Hotels in roughly 3 square miles. Surely we don’t need more.

Is there another use for this location, including no use at all, that is better for area residents? Just because something can be done doesn’t mean it should be done. The Eastern Section is already busy enough right now. Clinton Road is already busy enough with little help provided to its residents by the Village or the County. Garden City should not approve this hotel. Instead, the village should be actively working with Nassau County to modify their proposal to fix the Clinton/ Stewart intersection and push the County eliminate the intersection humps on Clinton Road and slow speeders on Clinton Road. The Village of Garden City should be exploring and implementing ways to improve quality of life for Eastern residents not make things busier and further erode our quality of life. [PS: Why are there no left turn signals for the Franklin Ave turning lanes at 7th Street? I can’t be the only one that thinks this is strange.] Tim Ryan

We appreciate the GCPD

To the Editor: I just want to give a shout out to our Garden City Police department. This year, on Halloween, as I was trick or treating with my family, I saw the police presence on our village streets many

times. The streets were filled with little children in costume and their parents and it seems, every few blocks, I saw either a police car or a SUV patrolling the area. Their presence made me feel safe and secure as my family went about the tradition of trick or treating. I saw the police slow down, wave and stop to admire the costumes as well as chat with our littlest community members as well as keeping a watchful eye on the traffic flow and the pedestrians. I want them to know that my family and I appreciate all they do each and every day to keep our village safe, secure and a wonderful place to raise our family. With gratitude, Dave Phillips and The Phillips Family: Kathy, Dave Emma and Jackson

Great Neighbors

To the Editor: We want to thank all of our wonderful neighbors on Harvard Street who offered assistance, rides, and food to us during my hospitalization and recovery period. They made life much less stressful. Strong neighborhoods like this are what makes America great. If you don’t know your neighbors, introduce yourself. You might find a great bunch like Harvard Street. Helen and Don Carss

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From Following in Explorers’ Footsteps to Caring for Giant Pandas, Tour Companies’ Offers Facilitate New Adventures BY KAREN RUBIN

Operators specializing in ecotourism, adventure, and experiential travel have come up with very special programs. Here are some of the most intriguing:

Rare Chance To Help Care for Giant Pandas on Natural Habitat Adventures’ Wild China Trips

BOULDER, CO – Natural Habitat Adventures has introduced a new opportunity to get behind the scenes and assist with panda care on its China nature adventures. Guests can participate in a one-day volunteer experience at a Chinese research base that has helped pull giant pandas back from the brink of extinction. The optional caregiver opportunity takes place at Dujiangyan Panda Valley, China’s newest facility for panda research, education and conservation located outside Chengdu. It is included on both Nat Hab’s Wild Side of China Nature Odyssey and Wild Side of China Photo Adventure. On both panda-focused itineraries, travelers have the rare chance to spend a day with panda keepers, enjoying pandas at close range while assisting with tasks that are part of the daily care routine,

Ride & Seek has unveiled a cycling tour of historical proportions: tracing the footsteps of Julius Caesar on a 33-day, 2,929 km journey from London to Rome. such as feeding pandas and cleaning enclosures. This intimate contact comes in the context of a celebratory victory for conservation, as China’s giant panda population was recently downgraded from endangered to vulnerable. While giant pandas are still at risk,

their numbers continue to rebound. More than 1,800 were counted in the wild in China’s 2014 survey, a jump of 17 percent since the 2003 national census. Top naturalist Expedition Leaders provide insight into this success story on Nat Hab’s two

G O I N G P L A C E S N E A R A N D F A R

12-day itineraries, which offer the most panda-intensive and naturecentered exploration of China provided by any travel company. In addition to visiting three different panda research bases, guests are immersed in the giant panda’s wild See page D2

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From Following in Explorers’ Footsteps to Caring for Giant Pandas, Tour Companies’ Offers Facilitate New Adventures Continued from page D1

native habitat, including two days in a remote mountain nature reserve in Sichuan Province that few tourists ever see. On this rare expedition into the Minshan Mountains, walks and wildlife drives in this virtually unvisited preserve provides reveal the panda’s native environment, including lush bamboo forests, river gorges and waterfalls. Because wild pandas are highly elusive, guests are not likely to see them, but approximately 60 live within this densely forested 100,000-acre sanctuary. The reserve is rated as a Grade I global biodiversity hotspot by World Wildlife Fund and is home 430 different mammal species including golden monkeys, Tibetan and rhesus macaques, musk deer, muntjac, serow, wild boar, blue sheep, and endangered moon bears and red pandas. More than 2,400 different plant species and 150 bird species are also found in the park, including the golden pheasant. Both itineraries also include Jiuzhaigou National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and UN Biosphere Reserve, containing some of China’s most dramatic wild landscapes. Guided walks showcase steep peaks, ravines, forest, meadows, marshes and a multitude of lakes and waterfalls. The park’s most distinctive feature is its terraced limestone pools filled with turquoise water that flows in crystalline cascades from ledge to ledge. Each departure is led by a Nat Hab Expedition Leader who has trained with

Experience Darwin’s discoveries up close and enjoy the comforts of a small luxury yacht while receiving instruction from a renowned South American photographer on Travel Vision Journeys’ new Ecuador: Galapagos Magic tour. WWF scientists and researchers, along with a top Chinese naturalist guide. Travelers benefit from a breadth of expert scientific knowledge, authentic cultural insight and attentive personal service. Photo tour departures feature personalized guidance from an expert professional photographer. This unique itinerary also offers an unusual chance for Western visitors to witness rural Chinese life. In the Gansu Muslim village of Qing Xi, guests stroll among 300-year-old wooden buildings from the Qing dynasty. On an overland journey onto the Tibetan Plateau, they traverse a landscape dotted with fluttering prayer flags and chortens

and share lunch with a Tibetan family. And on a visit to a small farm, they learn about a WWF-supported biowaste project that uses agricultural by-products to create cleaner cooking fuels, reducing local wood consumption and preserving habitat for pandas and other wildlife. The per-person rate, based on double occupancy, starts at $10,495, for both regular and photo departures. 2017 season departures are: April 2, April 6 (Photo Tour), April 16, April 20 (Photo Tour), May 1, May 4 (Photo Tour), Sept. 3, Sept. 17, and Oct. 7 (Photo Tour). Dates also available for 2018. For information on Natural Habitat Adventures, a world leader in responsible adventure travel and nature-based ecotourism, call 800-5438917 or visit www.nathab.com/. Cycle

in the Footsteps of Julius Caesar: Ride & Seek Unveils 33-Day, 2,929K London-to-Rome Bike Tour

Wildland’s Central America immersion for the active and curious traveler includes the Corn Islands (70 km off Nicaragua’s eastern Caribbean coast), a sunswept destination well known in the past to pirates and buccaneers but off today’s tourist map

(Sydney, Australia) -- Ride & Seek has unveiled a cycling tour of historical proportions: tracing the footsteps of Julius Caesar on a 33-day, 2,929 km journey from London to Rome. Split into two stages, the “Caesar Expedition” traverses England, Belgium, France, Switzerland and Italy on a historical, gastronomic and cultural excursion. Crossing waterways, vine-clad hills and mountain passes, this is the only tour of its kind being offered today. The twostage Caesar Expedition is slated for June 3, 2017 to July 5, 2017 and starts

at $14,276 USD for the full tour or $7,405 USD for a 17-day stage. “Caesar is considered by many historians to be the foremost figure in Western civilization,” said Ride & Seek Co-Founder Dylan Reynolds. “Our journey with him begins at the farthest northern point he reached as the first Roman invader of Britain, and ends in Rome, the city he eventually ruled as dictator and was assassinated in 10 years later.” Starting in London, riders head to the white cliffs of Dover before traversing the channel into France by boat. The cycling route through France includes the Champagne region and into the gastronomic heartland of Burgundy. From there, guests ride alongside Lake Geneva in Switzerland and over to Italy. The route through Italy heads towards the picturesque northern lakes of Como and Maggiore before moving up towards the stunning limestone peaks of the Dolomites. From that point on, riders experience a bit of respite descending down to Venice and along the Adriatic coast. After crossing the mythical Rubicon, once marking the boundary between Roman controlled Italy and Cisalpine Gaul, the route heads inland through the more rugged regions of Abruzzo and Molise, before heading due east to Rome. “We’ll enjoy some relief from the hills as we follow the Adriatic Coast before heading inland to the Via Amelia and crossing the Rubicon as Caesar did uttering those fateful words, ‘The die is cast’, as he descended on Rome ,” said Ride & Seek Co-Founder Sam Wood. For more information, visit www. rideandseek.com/epic/caesar.

Photograph Darwin’s Discoveries With Volcanic Backdrop Of Galapagos Islands

ARLINGTON, Mass. – Experience Darwin’s discoveries up close and enjoy the comforts of a small luxury yacht while receiving instruction from a renowned South American photographer on Travel Vision Journeys’ new Ecuador: Galapagos Magic tour. Before departing the mainland, you’ll stay at an exotic private cloud forest filled with butterflies, birds and waterfalls. Then, against a volcanic backdrop on the equator, you’ll immerse yourself in one of the world’s best conservation success stories. The 11-day tour is $7,500 and is scheduled for Aug. 8-18, and Oct. 24-Nov. 3, 2017. A nine-day itinerary is also available. For more information, visit http://travelvisionjourneys.com/

environment), iguanas, blue-footed and Nazca boobies, waved albatrosses, Darwin’s finches, flamingos, toucans, hummingbirds, sea lions and seals, penguins, reef sharks, spotted eagle rays and stingrays, and possibly whales, dolphins and giant rays. Travel Vision Journeys was born from Founder Lauren Hefferon’s love of photography and insatiable curiosity for authentic cultural experiences and gorgeous views. Hefferon also founded the award-winning travel company Ciclismo Classico. Learn more at http:// travelvisionjourneys.com.

Five Historical Routes that Follow in Footsteps of Explorers Truly undiscovered places on the planet are rarer and rarer, but following in the footsteps of some of the great explorers is a fantastic way to discover a new adventure. From the Silk Road to the seas of the Antarctica, here are five historical routes that you can follow today. 1. .Shackleton’s Footsteps - Sir Ernest Henry Shackleton was a polar explorer who led three British expeditions to the Antarctic, and one of the principal figures of the period known as the Heroic Age of Antarctic Exploration. With shipping restricted by impenetrable pack ice to just two brief months each austral summer, few people have ever visited the Ross Sea region of Antarctica. Join Adventure Life on a 30-day voyage, helmed by skillful sailors and knowledgeable guides, to

experience nature on a scale so grand there are no words to describe it. http://www.adventure-life.com/ new-zealand/cruises/2961/in-thewake-of-scott-shackleton 2. Greenland Explorer - Hans Poulsen Egede was a DanoNorwegian Lutheran missionary is credited with revitalizing DanoNorwegian interest in Greenland after contact had been broken for hundreds of years. Join Big Chill Adventures on a trip designed to highlight all that Greenland has to offer, including calving glaciers, palatial icebergs, dogsledding, hut camping with Inuit people, wildlife viewing, a speed boat tour of the fjords surrounding Nuuk, kayaking amongst icebergs, mountain biking primitive trails, and helicoptering to a supra glacial lake. http:// bigchilladventure.com/trips/ greenland-june-2017/ 3. Follow the Silk Road - Marco Polo is probably the most famous Westerner who traveled the Silk Road. Silk, spices, teas, precious metals and jewels, carefully lashed to pack camels, once made their way from one world to another along this route. Visit Kashgar, one of the most exotic cities in the world, skirt the infamous Taklamakan Desert on camelback, and admire the breathtaking views across 12,000-foot Torugart Pass on MIR Corporation’s most comprehensive Silk Road offering. http://www. mircorp.com/trip/chineseturkestan-central-asia/ 4. Visit Amazon Tribe - Despite the fact that indigenous people had been living in the Amazon for at least 10,000 years; the Amazon River was

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tour/galapagos. “Herman Melville first called the Galapagos ‘Las Islas Encantadas’ (The Enchanted Isles), and even today you’ll be mesmerized by them,” said Travel Vision Journeys Founder Lauren Hefferon. “You’ll also be able to completely relax and enjoy the impeccable service of the expert crew aboard the small yacht Beluga.” The Ecuador: Galapagos Magic itinerary starts in Quito with a visit to the Intinan Museum, which explains the history of the equator and indigenous groups of the area. Then, you’ll stay at the private 700-hectare Bellavista Cloud Forest Reserve and Lodge. There, you’ll find a vast array of orchids, rare birds and incredible waterfalls. The remainder of the trip will be spent hopping from island to island aboard the 16-passenger Beluga, which is small enough to gain access to sites closed to larger cruise ships. You’ll swim with seals, turtles, tropical fish and the occasional friendly shark; see schools of dolphins surround the boat; walk pristine white sand beaches; and awe at the volcanic landscape. Aboard the Beluga, you’ll receive daily instruction and one-on-one reviews from Ossian Lindholm, a nature photographer, filmmaker and teacher from Tucuman, Argentina, who has published five books and hosts a weekly documentary series on TV. Highlights include: The islands of Santa Cruz, Santa Fe, San Cristobal, Espanola, Sombrero Chino, Genovesa and more. Charles Darwin Research Station, a giant tortoise and land iguana breeding program and interpretation center. Wildlife: Giant tortoises (both in captivity and in their natural

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“discovered” by a Spanish explorer and conquistador, Don Francisco de Orellana. Gondwana EcoTours offers a 10-day tour of Ecuador that visits the Achuar, a tribe of 6,000 indigenous people still living traditionally in small Amazon communities along the Ecuadorian and Peruvian border. http:// gondwanaecotours.com/tour/ amazon-rainforest-ecotour/ 5. Hannibal Expedition - Hannibal led the military forces of Carthage that fought against Rome in the Second Punic War. Join Ride & Seek on a ride of historical proportions cycling in the footsteps of Hannibal from Barcelona to Rome. Biking some of Europe’s most iconic and picturesque touring routes through Spain, France and Italy, this epic journey has it all. Traverse some of the iconic climbs of the Grand Tours, roll through the vineyards of the Languedoc, Provence, Piedmont and Tuscany, and sample the delights of the diverse gastronomy to be found along the route. http://www.rideandseek. com/epic/hannibal

Spend a Day in an Igloo on New Arctic Ice Adventure for Families (BJORKLIDEN, Sweden) - Off the Map Travel invites families to experience their own winter wonderland with an exploration of Sweden’s spectacular ice formations and a hunt for the Northern Lights, See page D5

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What Thanksgiving Day is all about BY CLAIRE LYNCH Thanksgiving Day is not just a day off and a national holiday but it’s a great day to get together with family and friends and give thanks. This year Thanksgiving falls on November 24. Many people make a four• day weekend out of it. I do, too, and I enjoy all of the festivities connected with Thanksgiving but I also try to remember why this day is a holiday – and why we should be thankful. We’ve got lots to be thankful for – our freedom, good friends and family, and a holiday feast that’s great. Here in America, Thanksgiving is one of our most treasured holidays and traditions. While there are some constants in the way we observe the day, it can mean different things to different people. The Thanksgiving Day holiday began as a feast in the early days of the American colonies almost 400 years ago. In 1620, a ship called the Mayflower

filled with more than 100 people sailed across the Atlantic Ocean from England to settle in the New World. This religious group had begun to question the beliefs of the Church of England and they wanted to separate from it. They called for a return to a simpler faith and less structured forms of worship. They wanted to return to worshipping in the way the early Christians had. Because these people wanted to purify the church, they came to be known as “Puritans.” The Pilgrims settled in what is now the state of Massachusetts and their first winter in the New World was difficult. They arrived too late to grow any crops, and without fresh food, half of the colonists died from diseases which were contracted on the voyage from England. The following spring the Wampanoag Indians who lived in the area befriended the Pilgrims and taught them how to smoke and dry indigenous meat and

fish. They also taught them how to plant corn, barley, beans, pumpkins and squash in mounds that were fertilized by fish and blessed by powdered tobacco, which is also a natural insect repellent, according to Dr. Kinorea “Two Feather” Tigri, a cultural practitioner and educator from Chippewa. (post• gazette.com) The New England soil was unfamiliar to the Pilgrims and they had never grown corn before. The Wampanoag Indians also taught the Pilgrims how to hunt and fish. The Pilgrims were from Babworth, East Retford and Nottinghamshire, England – villages that are not on the coast. Since they were right on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean the Indians taught them how to navigate from place to place by water and over land, how to tan hides used for clothing, how to identify toxic plants and berries and they explained the medicinal and culinary use of herbs that were native to

America. The Pilgrims saw these things for the first time. In the autumn of 1621, plentiful crops of corn, barley, beans and pumpkins were harvested. The colonists had much to be thankful for so a feast was planned. They invited the local Indian chief and 90 Indians. The Indians brought deer to roast with the turkeys and other wild game offered by the colonists. The feast went on for three days. See page D8

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Foreign Pension May Reduce Your U.S. Social Security Benefit BY TOM MARGENAU

Q: I have lived and worked in the United States for the past 15 years. But I was born in Great Britain and worked there for about 30 years before moving to the states. I am 66 years old and about to retire. I get a British Social Security pension and just applied for my American Social Security benefits. Before I did so, the estimates the Social Security Administration mailed me said I would get about $900 per month. But when I filed my claim, the agent at my local SSA office told me I would get only $450. He said this is because I was double dipping, and the law didn’t allow me to do this. I think this is totally unfair. I paid into both social insurance systems and think I should full benefits from both programs. I plan to appeal. Can you help me? A: You can appeal if you want. But you are not going to win your case. And I will explain why. The Social Security agent misled you by using the term “double dipping.” That is not why your U.S. Social Security benefit will be reduced. It will be reduced because, without the reduction, you would be getting an unintended windfall in retirement benefits. And the law that applies to you is called the windfall elimination provision. To understand the reasoning behind the law, I’ve got to explain something about our Social Security retirement system. There are social goals that have been built into that system since the program began in 1935. One of those goals is to help raise the standard of living for poorer people when they retire. And the way that is done is with a retirement benefit formula skewed in their favor. That formula gives poorer people a better deal, or more appropriately, a higher rate of return, than is paid to wealthier people. And when I am talking about a “rate of return,” I am talking about comparing their Social Security benefit to their average pre-retirement income. This formula can best be expressed in terms of percentages. A poor person could potentially get a Social Security benefit that represents up to 90 percent of his or her average wage. A wellto-do person will get significantly less -- maybe in the 25 percent range. The rich person is still going to get a much higher Social Security benefit because 25 percent of his or her income is way more than 90 percent of the poor person’s income. But still, the poor person gets a better deal out of Social Security. The return rate payable to the average person, a typical middle-class worker, is in the 40 percent range. So he or she can expect to get a Social Security retirement check that represents about 40 percent of his or her pre-retirement income. So now I will get to the “windfall” that you are getting. All Social Security retirement benefits are based on a 35-year base of earnings. You said you worked in this country for only 15 years. So there are 20 years of “zero” earnings

on your Social Security record. When your Social Security benefit is initially tallied up, Social Security computers think you are poor because of all those no earning years. So they initially give you a benefit rate intended for a poor person, with something close to the 90 percent return rate. Those computers don’t know that you are not really poor. They don’t know that you spent all those years working in another country and earning a retirement pension from that country. That’s why the benefit estimate letters you received prior to filing for benefits had the higher benefit rate. But once you actually filed for benefits and told the Social Security people that you spent all those years working in England and earning a British retirement pension, they then used the windfall elimination provision formula to refigure your benefit. In other words, that $900 monthly benefit rate you were quoted in the letters was based on the 90 percent, or poor person’s rate of return. But again, you are not poor. You are a middle-class person and should get the same rate of return that all middle-class people in this country get. So that $450 monthly benefit you will actually receive was based on the WEP formula that gives you the same 40 percent return rate that all average Americans get. Q: I am a Canadian citizen who moved to the United States in 2010. About two years ago, I married a woman who is a U.S. citizen. We are both 66. She just filed for Social Security and will get $2,800 per month. My Canadian Social Security pension is $3,200 per month. Am I able to claim husband’s benefits on my wife’s U.S. Social Security record? When my wife filed for her Social Security, the representative she talked to said no. But I know of other Canadians living here who do get spousal benefits from Social Security. A: Obviously, I don’t know all the facts about your case. So there may be something I am missing. But based on what you told me, the Social Security agent misinformed you. You should be able to collect $1,400 per month in husband’s benefits on your wife’s Social Security record. Having said that, I will make this point. I think our Social Security laws on this issue are wrong and need to be changed. I’ll use some examples to explain why. Bill is a U.S. citizen who spent his life paying into Social Security and now collects $2,600 per month in retirement benefits. His wife, Ann, gets her own Social Security check amounting to $1,800 per month. Bill can’t get any husband’s benefits on Ann’s Social Security record because his own retirement benefit offsets any spousal benefits. And for that matter, Ann can’t get any of Bill’s Social Security (at least before he dies) because her retirement benefit offsets any spousal benefits she would be due. Mary is a retired teacher in

California. She never paid into Social Security, but she gets a California teacher’s retirement pension of $3,900 per month. Her husband, Frank, did work and pay into Social Security, and he gets $2,100 per month in retirement benefits. Mary can’t get spousal benefits on Frank’s Social Security record because her teacher’s retirement benefit offsets it. But for some reason that I can’t explain, there is a loophole in that off-

set law for foreign pensions. You are going to be able to get your Canadian retirement pension and a full dependent husband’s benefit from the U.S. Social Security system. So go ahead and jump through that big loophole. But I just don’t think it’s right. If you have a Social Security question, Tom Margenau has the answer. Contact him at thomas.margenau@comcast.net. COPYRIGHT 2016 CREATORS.COM

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On Wildlands’ off-the-beaten-track Central America itinerary, explore Granada, Nicaragua’s historic city, with its cobblestone streets and colorful markets resonating with the mysteries of pre-Columbian embellishments.

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Tour Companies’ Offers Facilitate New Adventures C ontinued from page D5 up and coming Nicaragua along with a slice of the Caribbean little known to most travelers in its new 9-day/8-night Colonial Granada, Highlands and Island Adventure. Wildland’s Central America immersion for the active and curious traveler includes the Corn Islands (70 km off Nicaragua’s eastern Caribbean coast), a sunswept destination well known in the past to pirates and buccaneers but off today’s tourist map. A secluded white-sand beach adventure is the trip finale after… •Bicycling through the oldest city in the Western hemisphere, Granada, •Zip lining in the cloud forest highlands of the Mombacho Volcano, •Hiking in Masaya Volcano National Park and •Kayaking among the 365 islets on Lake Nicaragua In addition to securing off-the-beaten-track experiences, a defining element of all Wildland Adventures is flexibility. For example, when guests arrive on Big Corn Island, they can choose to be hosted at Arenas Beach Hotel or move on to Yemaya, considered one of the most beautiful island luxury lodges in the world on the more secluded Little Corn Island, a perfect romantic hideaway. Throughout the trip guests stay active, but here they can choose just to lie in a hammock – or snorkel or swim. The itinerary rates are also flexible depending on the number of people in a party. Departures may be arranged for a minimum of just two people starting at $1,995 per person double occupancy for a group of six or more. Children ages 6-11 receive a 20 percent discount. See: http://www.wildland.com/trips/central-america/nicaragua/ colonial-nicaragua-highland-and-island-adventure/overview.aspx After arriving at Managua International Airport the adventure begins in the colonial city of Granada (Est. 1524), exploring its cobblestone streets and colorful markets resonating with the mysteries of pre-Columbian embellishments. One day focuses on rural Nicaragua, with opportunities to visit artisan workshops in Masaya, the country’s most popular handcraft market. This day also introduces ceramic artists in San Juan de Oriente and Nicaragua’s geologically eruptive nature with a visit to Masaya Volcano National Park and the stunning and active Santiago crater. Views of Mombacho Volcano, a sleeping giant rising to 4,626 feet, are omnipresent in Granada, which only adds to the excitement of a zip line tour along the flanks of the volcano, soaring through a verdant cloud forest rich in hanging moss and epiphytic plants. A cooking lesson in a local kitchen is followed by a visit to a Choco Museum that exhibits the country’s pride, chocolate. The importance of chocolate moves to front and center in a chocolate workshop where guests learn how to roast, winnow, grind, mix, conch, refine and mold their own morsel of chocolate. In the mountain zone of Matagalpa resides an eco lodge icon in Nicaragua, Aguas del Arenal Lodge. Here guests stay for two nights while exploring the birdlife (Nicaragua has over 700 bird species) and La Bonanza, a coffee plantation harvesting this export in a sustainable manner. Then it’s time to return to Granada for an overnight before a short flight to Big Corn Island for a deep breath on the Caribbean beach – sans tourist attractions. Wildland Adventures also offers two other itineraries in Nicaragua that focus on the mainland’s culture and beach activities along the Pacific coast. Nicaragua Adventure Tour is a 9-day program for families and active travelers that includes hiking, biking and kayaking, touring rural villages and understanding the volatile life of volcanoes. The per person rate is from $3,795. Nicaragua Family Vacation is an active 9-day exploration that brings young and old alike into contact with the friendliness of locals and the fun of zip lining, kayaking and hiking. The per person rate is from $3,495. For Central American travelers with a passion for snorkeling, Wildland Adventures suggests any of its four holidays, including one for families, exploring Belize. Here the focus is on the barrier reef, Mayan ruins, sailing excursions, rainforest hikes and even treehouse accommodations. The Belize Barrier Reef Reserve System offers snorkeling and scuba diving amongst the magic world of corals; its expanse is second only to Australia’s famed Great Barrier Reef. Three of Wildland Adventures’ opportunities for adventure travel in Costa Rica are designed with families in mind. Other itineraries feature river rafting and immersion into the country’s complex and diverse eco systems where birds, monkeys and other wildlife thrive. For more information on Wildland Adventures’ worldwide offerings, call 800-3454453, email info@wildland.com, visit www.wildland.com. __________________________________________________________________

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The Wonders of Hydrogen Peroxide BY MARY HUNT A few days ago, I got a message that reminded me about the wonders of an ordinary product most people have somewhere in the house. It read: “I had a cut on my hand that opened up while I was putting my expensive duvet cover (a recent wedding gift) over my comforter. Now there are bloodstains on the duvet cover. I tried using a carpet cleaning solution and washing it, but the stains remain. I’m worried they will be there permanently. Is there any hope of getting the stains out completely? Thanks so much for your help! -- Georgia” In hopes that she’d not set those stains forever, I responded immediately, directing Georgia to soak the stains with full-strength hydrogen peroxide. I heard back quickly. The hydrogen peroxide lightened the stains almost immediately, and within hours they disappeared completely. See what I mean? The stuff is downright wonderful. Hydrogen peroxide is as harmless as it is powerful both as a household cleaner and all-around remedy. It is nontoxic, safe, really cheap and available in any grocery or drug store in a food-grade 3 percent dilution. It’s a wonderful cleaning product and a reliable sanitizer. But there’s one thing you need to keep it mind to avoid disappointment: Hydrogen peroxide has a limited shelf life: about one year unopened, and only six months once opened -- provided it’s stored in a dark place. Sunlight dissipates it quickly, turning it to plain water and oxygen. Just remember, it needs to be fresh to be effective. VEGETABLE WASH. You can stop paying $7 or more for veggie wash. Make your own by adding 1/4 cup hydrogen peroxide to a sink of cold water. Wash your fruit and vegetables in the solution, and then rinse them thoroughly with cool water. DISHWASHER. To disinfect your dishwasher, add 1/4 cup 3 percent hydrogen peroxide before you close the door to run a load. CUTTING BOARD SANITIZER. Spray your cutting board with undiluted hydrogen peroxide. Let it sit for a minute or two, and then rinse clean.

WHITE TEETH. Make a paste of table salt, baking soda and hydrogen peroxide for the best whitening toothpaste. T-SHIRT ARMPIT STAINS. Those yellow stains on white T-shirts are quite annoying. To get them out, soak the stains in 3 percent hydrogen peroxide, which acts as a natural alternative to bleach, and allow the shirt to sit for a few hours. Then, launder as usual. SANITIZE TOYS AND LUNCHBOXES. Because hydrogen peroxide is a nontoxic sanitizer, it’s perfect for cleaning plastic toys and lunchboxes. HUMIDIFIER CLEANSE. Add 2 cups 3 percent hydrogen peroxide to 1 gallon water. Run the solution through your humidifier or steamer to clean and sanitize. STINKY TOWELS. Can’t get rid of that annoying odor? Try this: Put 1/2 cup hydrogen peroxide and 1/2 cup white vinegar together with those stinky towels in the washing machine. Fill the machine with hot water and your regular detergent, and allow the towels to soak for 15 minutes. Then, continue the cycle as normal. AQUARIUM MAINTENANCE. Use hydrogen peroxide to control fungi and other pests in fish aquariums. It will not harm the fish if you use it sparingly. CUTS AND INFECTIONS. Soak any infection or cut in 3 percent hydrogen peroxide for 10 minutes several times a day. I could go on and on with more ways to use hydrogen peroxide, and perhaps I will sometime in the future. In the meantime, make sure you keep a good supply of hydrogen peroxide on hand. Mary invites questions, comments and tips at mary@everydaycheapskate.com, or c/o Everyday Cheapskate, 12340 Seal Beach Blvd., Suite B-416, Seal Beach, CA 90740. This column will answer questions of general interest, but letters cannot be answered individually. Mary Hunt is the founder of www.DebtProofLiving.com, a personal finance member website and the author of “Debt-Proof Living,” released in 2014. COPYRIGHT 2016 CREATORS.COM

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NOW INTERVIEWING.... Co-investors re 1. Professionally appraised “unique & oversized” residential property with commercial neighbor. 2. Professionally managed multi use space in busy retail community. Central Nassau. Mail proforma background checks to Sheila at 209 Glen Cove Road, Box 143, Carle Place, NY 11514

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HOME HEALTH AIDE/ ELDER CARE Home health aide with over 15 years experience !! Excellent references. Cooking, cleaning, showers, all aspects of daily care. Live in. Available Immediately !! Call Sharon 347-739-7717 HOME HEALTH AIDE/CNA Experienced woman seeking P/T live in position (Fri pmMon pm). Willing to do light housekeeping, running errands. Licensed drive w/ own car. References available. Call Joy 516-902-1867 HOME HEALTH AIDE/PERSONAL CARE AIDE Available to work full time or part time. Licensed driver. For further information, please contact: Iona 516-642-1988 HOUSE CLEANING AVAILABE: Hello. My name is Ana. I am available for a full time or part time housekeeping position. I worked at Roosevelt Field Mall in Housekeeping for 11 years. I am agile & a quick learner for your needs. Own transportation. Contact: Ana 516-242-1295 HOUSE CLEANING: Experienced cleaning service available. Pleasant, responsible. Provides own quality clean products. Own transportation. Local references. Spanish/English speaking. Free estimates. Approximate cost: Small home $79, Mid size $99, Large $118. Please call Diana 516-859-7084 NANNY/ BABYSITTER Experienced Babysitter available FT/PT. Trustworthy, responsible, active, creative and fun! Child development background. Excellent references. Licensed driver. Call Doris 516-330-0230 or email: dorischris910@gmail.com NURSING ASSISTANT/ HOME CARE ATTENDANT Nurse’s assistant available to care for the elderly. Live in or live out. Offering compassionate home care full time or part time. Available for overnight also. Please call 347-543-5960 NURSING ASSISTANT: Available Part Time or Full Time, live out/nights preferable. Reliable with excellent references. Please call Kay 516-445-9952

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Announcements Adoption ADOPT: Caring married couple looking to adopt. Stable employment and a loving happy home awaits your child. Please call Blair and John at 1-888-753-9328 ADOPTION: UNPLANNED PREGNANCY? Need help? FREE assistance. Caring staff, counseling and financial help. You choose the loving, pre-approved adoptive parents. Joy 866-922-3678 www.ForeverFamiliesThroughAdoption.org Habla Espanol.

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Wanted to Buy ABE BUYS ANTIQUES: Silver, paintings, rugs antique cars & all contents. All Cash! 917-817-3928CASH FOR DIABETIC TEST STRIPS Up to $40 /Box! Sealed and Unexpired. Payment made SAME DAY. Highest prices paid! Call Kerri today! 800-413-3479 www.cashforyourteststrips.com FREON 12 WANTED: R12 collecting dust in your garage? We pay CASH for R12. Cylinders or case of cans. EPA certified 312-291-9169 sell@refrigerantfinders.com JUDIACA Silver, Rugs, Jewelry Chinese Art, Antiques Call Mark 516-243-7095 No Saturdays Please LOOK! Old clocks and watches wanted by collector regardless of condition. Highest prices paid. 917-748-7225 LOOKING TO BUY! Oriental items, clothing, art, old & modern furniture, estates, jewelry, silver, glassware, dishes, old photos, coins & stamps, Call George flatware. 718-386-1104 or 917-775-3048 TOP CASH PAID: JEWELRY, Furniture, Art, etc. Please call 718-598-3045 or 516-270-2128. www.iBuyAntiquesNYC.com

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INVITED SALES BY TRACY JORDAN Monday, November 21 9:30 am 190 Brookville Road Muttontown, NY 11545 Decorative items, furniture, books, armoire, basement packed, bamboo sectional, housewares, antiques, artwork, barware, sporting items, garage items... Visit www.invitedsales.com for pictures and details !WILLISTON PARK: Resurrection Thrift Shop shared ministry between St. and Resurrection Aidan’s housed at Resurrection. 147 Campbell Ave @ Center Street. OPEN Thursdays 9:30-1 and Saturdays 10-2. 516-746-5527. Jewelry, clothing, household items, etc. DONATIONS accepted Monday through Thursday 9am-1pm. CHRISTMAS SHOP open November 12th through December 22nd.

PETS Pet Services A GARDEN CITY ANIMAL LOVER doesn’t want to leave your precious pooch or fantastic feline alone all day. I’m reliable, dependable and will walk and feed your pet while you work or travel. Please call Cheryl at 516-505-9717 DO YOU HATE KENNELS? OR STRANGERS IN YOUR HOUSE? HOME AWAY FROM HOME will care for your dog in my Garden City home while you are away. Dog walking also available. Pet CPR & first Aid Certified. Numerous referrals and references. Limited availability. Book early! Annmarie 516-775-4256

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

Real Estate For Rent Apartment for Rent FRANKLIN SQUARE: Bright, beautiful, spacious large 2 bedroom, private home 2nd floor, private entrance. New appliances, newly finished hardwood floors. No pets. No smoking. Ample street parking. Own thermostat. Proof of steady income (income verification and employment a must). Utilities included. Asking $1,900. Available January 1st. Call 917-848-3744 GARDEN CITY BORDER APARTMENTS: Spacious, bright studio apartment $1,275+ electric, gated parking, laundry room, air conditioning, dishwasher, hardwood floors, near LIRR. NO BROKER FEE. www.gcbapts.com 516-742-1101. Available December 15th GARDEN CITY Prestigious GC apts. 1,2,3 Bedrooms available. Doorman, New Kitchen & Baths, Wood Floors. $2300 & up Five rooms, 2 Bed, FDR, EIK, corner unit, parking. $2,800 Garden City Properties 516-746-1563 516-313-8504

Garage Space for Rent PORT WASHINGTON PARKING SPACES FOR RENT: For LIRR located three blocks from train station. $175 per month. Call Marita Christiansen 516-767-5470

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MINEOLA: Office, Meeting or Rehearsal spaces (3), varied sizes, computer and file storage. Hourly, weekly or monthly. All plus WI-FI included. Fax contact info to Sheila 516-747-2689

NEW YORK MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPISTS: Joan Atwood, Ph.D. An experienced therapist makes all the difference. Individual, couple, family therapy and anger management. 516-764-2526. jatwood@optonline.net www.NYMFT.com

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PECONIC NORTH FORK SUMMER RENTAL: Waterview Gem! Mint Contemporary Interior. 2 BR, 2.5 Bath, LR/Cathedral Ceiling/Gas Fireplace, Den, DR, Kitchen, CAC, Deck, Patio, Walk to Sandy Sound Beach. Available July 1, 2017 to August 14, 2017. $30,000 Plus Utilities. No Pets, No Smokers. EXCLUSIVE GERALYN LANG REALTY 516-375-8468

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Real Estate For Sale Lots for Sale FINGER LAKES LAND BARGAIN! 23 acres, $39,900 private lake access, woods, fields, apple trees, lots of wildlife! 3 hrs NYC! Paved road, utilities, terms avail! 888-905-8847 NewYorkLandandlakes.com LAKEFRONT LAND SALE! 5 acres, 343 feet water front, unspoiled lake, woods, views, perfect for getaway cabin. 3.5 hrs NYC! Wine Country! $99,900. EZ terms. 888-479-3394 NewYorkLandandLakes.com

Out of Town Real Estate CATSKILL ABANDONED MTN FARM! LENDER ORDERED SALE! 39 acres, assessed value $95,700 available now for $89,900! Valley views, woods, fields, apple trees, great hunting! 3 hrs NYC. Owner terms! 888-701-7509 AUCTIONS Commercial building & land auction live on site & online 12/8 at 1pm EST, 2326 S Main St, Mansfield, PA near hwy interJelliffAuctions.com change. 570-835-4214 UC-Jelliff Auction Group Lic# AY002118 See terms online

Home Improvements AMBIANCE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES *Handyman & Remodeling *Kitchen Installations *Furniture Assembly *Finish Carpentry *Minor Electrical & Plumbing 23year GC Resident Lic & Ins H18E2170000 Call BOB 516-741-2154 DEVLIN BUILDERS Since 1979. We do all types of improvements including HANDYMAN REPAIRS. No job too small. Bob Devlin 516-365-6685. Insured License H18C730000 LAMPS FIXED $65 In home service. Handy Howard. 646-996-7628 SKY CLEAR WINDOW and Inc. Window Restorations Restorations, Outdated Hardware, skylights, Andersen Sashes, new storm windows, wood windows, chain/rope repairs, falling windows, fogged panes, mechanical repairs, wood repairs, restorations, all brands. Call Mr. Fagan, 32 years experience. 631-385-7975 www.skyclearwindow.com

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Tutoring CHEMISTRY TUTOR: Call Jonathan, Ivy League Ph.D. AP, SAT II, Regents. I also tutor Biology, Physics, Earth & Environmental Science. itutorchem@gmail.com or 516-669-0587 COLLEGE ESSAYS: Make your application stand above the rest. Call Jonathan. 516-669-0587 or ifixessays@gmail.com, an Ivy League PhD with proven Ivy League results.

Tutoring ENGLISH TUTOR: Diane Gottlieb M.Ed., M.S.W. SAT/ACT, College Essays, AP, Regents, ELA Test Prep, Reading comprehension and writing proficiency. 917-599-8007 or email: dianegot@gmail.com LongIslandEnglishTutor.com Providing one-on-one professional support to build confidence, knowledge and skills in every student. MATH, SAT, ACT TUTOR: Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2 plus Trig, Pre-Calc, AP Calculus. Norm 625-3314 ENGLISH, ACT, SAT TUTOR: 25+ year experience Critical Reading, Writing, Grammar, Essays. Lynne 625-3314 MATHEMATICS TUTOR: NYS certified math teacher. Experienced and patient. All elementary and middle school grades. HS Algebra, Geometry and SAT prep. Text or call Ken 516-526-8315 or email: kmctutor79@gmail.com PERFECT APPLICATION: College Application Consultants. Dedicated professionals help your students maximize their chances for college admissions success. Todd Lewis, President. Sharon Janovic, Director. 1 Linden Place, Suite 410, Great Neck, NY 11021. PerfectCollegeApplication@gmail.com. 516-441-2468

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Instruction PIANO LESSONS By Ira Baslow. Experience the joy of playing the piano. Private lessons in your home, free noobligation piano lesson, all levels, all styles, all ages. Beginners a specialty. 516-312-1054 www.iwantmypianolessons.c om

Cleaning CLEANING HOMEOFFICE: Weekly, monthly since 1979. Insured/ bonded. Trusted/ reliable. Call Olympia Cleaning 516-883-0359 RESIDENTIAL COMMERCIAL Houses, Apartments & Offices Free Estimates Reasonable Rates Excellent References Call for more information: Karina and Francisca 516-325-4521 or 516-343-2645 SPRING INTO ACTION LET US CLEAN YOUR HOUSE WINDOWS GARDEN CITY WINDOW CLEANING Home Window Cleaning Service by Owner Free Estimates Inside & Out Fully Insured 25 Years Experience 631-220-1851 516-764-5686 STRONG ARM CLEANING: Residential and commercial cleaning specialist, post construction clean ups, shipping and waxing floors, move ins and move outs. Free estimates. Bonded and insured. 516-538-1125 www.strongarmcleaningny.com

A & J MOVING & STORAGE: Established 1971. Long Island and New York State specialists. Residential, Commercial, Piano & Organ experts. Boxes available. Free estimates. www.ajmoving.com 516-741-2657 114 Jericho Tpk, Mineola NYDOT# 10405 COLLEGE ARTS ADMISSIONS: College Counseling in the Visual and Performing Arts. Dance, Musical Theatre & Drama. Film, Instrumental & Vocal Music. Audio Recording & Production. Theatre Technology & Production. Visual & Graphic Arts. Resume, Essays, Repertoire Lists. Michele Zimmerman. 516-353-6255 CollegeArtsAdmissions@gmail.com www.CollegeArtsAdmissions.co m COMPLETE JUNK REMOVAL /DEMOLITION SERVICE: Strong Arm Contracting Inc. We haul anything and everything. Entire contents of home or office. We clean it up and take it away. Residential/Commercial. Bonded/Insured. Free estimates. 516-538-1125 DECLUTTER & ORGANIZE YOUR HOME/OFFICE: Organize all aspects of your home or office. We stage. We pack & unpack. We sort, donate and toss. Free Consultation. Neat Freaks Lisa Marx & Randi Yerman. 516-319-2762. Email: neatfreaks1976@outlook.com FC FINISHING TOUCH MASONARY: pool patio, driveways, sidewalks, brickwork, Belgium block, retaining walls, patios, steps, pavers, Nicolock, Cambridge, stucco, cultured stone, stone veneer. Facebook FC Finishing Touch, web: fcfinishingtouch.com Nassau H0432180000. 516-635-4315 OLD VILLAGE TREE SERVICE: Owner operated since 1989. 24 hour emergency service. Licensed/insured. Free estimates, member LI Arborist Assoc. Please call 516-466-9220 PSYCHOTHERAPY: Efrat Fridman, LCSW. Individual, couple and family therapy. effiefrid@gmail.com 2 Pinetree Lane, Old Westbury, NY 11568. 516-224-7670 or 225 West 35th Street, NY 10001 718-887-4400

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Our next Last Hope Flea Market is scheduled for Saturday, December 3rd from 10: AM-2 PM at Church of the Advent, Advent St., Westbury. We would appreciate donations for the sale. New items are best. With Hanukkah and Christmas at the same time this year the season will be very busy. Please do not bring books, clothing, records, cassettes or furniture as they don’t typically sell. Jewelry is always popular around the holidays. We can always use more because we sell so much. As we don’t have storage space, donations can be brought to Advent on Friday, December 2nd from 2:30 to 7 PM during set up. If you have any questions please contact Maureen at toestetra@hotmail.com. Read more about our organization and our wonderful cats and dogs available for adoption: http://lasthopeanimalrescue.org

SHOPPING FOR SUPPORT Clipping pet item coupons for Last Hope is a great and easy way to give your support. Every coupon we receive helps to defray our costs, particularly for dog and cat food. They can either be dropped off at our adoption center at 3300 Beltagh Avenue in Wantagh, or mailed to Last Hope, PO Box 7025, Wantagh 11793. Please share our need with your friends and family. Thank you! Visit http://lasthopeanimalrescue.org to read about Last Hope’s programs and to see the fabulous array of fantastic felines eagerly awaiting adoption into their forever homes!

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What Thanksgiving Day is all about C ontinued from page D3 In following years, many of the original colonists celebrated the autumn harvest with a feast of thanks. After the U.S. became an independent country, Congress recommended one day a year of thanksgiving for the whole nation to celebrate. President George Washington suggested the date November 26 as Thanksgiving Day and then in 1863, at the end of the long Civil War, President Abraham Lincoln asked all Americans to set aside the last Thursday in November as a national day of thanks. Congress passed a law on December

26, 1941, ensuring that all Americans would celebrate a unified Thanksgiving on the fourth Thursday of November every year. For the last few years my family has had a tradition on Thanksgiving that’s kind of nice. After we eat our meal but before having dessert, we sit around and people mention things that happened during the previous year that they are grateful for. We’ve been doing this for about five years now. It’s interesting to hear what my relatives come out with. It isn’t always what I expect they’ll say. Some things are serious and others are quite humorous. Last year my niece, Kylie, said she was grateful for the birth of her son, Michael. My other niece, Kathleen, and her husband, Paul, said they were so happy to see their five• year• old daughter, Mary, get on the yellow school bus in North Carolina and go

off to kindergarten. They added that it was bittersweet – seeing her go off confidently to school meant that she was growing up. Their son, Gavin, said that he was glad that he had Mrs. Johnson as his second• grade teacher this year in school. Both Mrs. Johnson and Gavin are Carolina Panthers fans and every so often in class people would talk about winning games. There was another teacher in second grade, Mrs. Walker, who liked the Denver Broncos because she was from Colorado and the Panthers and Broncos are rivals so Gavin was happy with Mrs. Johnson.

she said, “No way. I just hit them and when my friends who were ahead of me jumped up and down excitedly – even more excitedly than usual – I figured something was up. I was proud. It’s a golfer’s dream! So of course I had plaques made up commemorating the dates.” My best friend and her family stopped by for dessert last Thanksgiving and as we chatted, it turned out that Dylan is quite the football fan. Dylan, who’s 8, said that he likes the N.Y. Jets and Giants but he didn’t think they would make it to the Super Bowl. He was right. “The defense is lacking and the

My brother, Philip, said he was grateful for good health and added that he and his wife were looking forward to a fun cruise to Bermuda the following spring. They would do plenty of sightseeing. Phil wanted to check out the historic areas of Bermuda such as the Royal Naval Dockyard and St. Peter’s Church which was built in 1620 and Kathy was looking forward to seeing the pink sands of Elbow Beach and going snorkeling. My sister, Michelle, said that she was excited about getting her second golfing hole in one a few months prior. Michelle sank a hole in one on a Hilton Head, S.C., golf course about 10 years prior and more recently she got a hole in one on an 18• hole course in southeastern North Carolina, just north of Myrtle Beach. I asked Michelle if she knew when she swung the golf club each time that they would end up as holes in one and

offense could step it up a lot, too,” he said. Dylan likes the Minnesota Vikings and said last Thanksgiving that they should go to the Super Bowl sometime soon. I noticed that Dylan knew all of the players’ names – on all three teams – and he seems to be a font of knowledge when it comes to football. Baseball isn’t really his game – he likes the action of football and talking about it with others on holidays like Thanksgiving Day. All I know is it’s fun having everyone get together and when I make a mental note that the holiday season – Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s – is here, I give a big Whoop! and get everyone to applaud because now, at last, we can celebrate!

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• The Mayflower arrived in New England on November 11, 1620, after

a voyage of 66 days. Although the Pilgrims had originally intended to settle near the Hudson River in New York, dangerous shoals and poor winds forced the ship to seek shelter at Cape Cod. • The Pilgrim leader, Governor William Bradford, organized the first Thanksgiving feast in 1621. He invited the neighboring Wampanoag Indians to the feast. • Mashed potatoes, pumpkin pies, popcorn, milk, corn on the cob and cranberries were not foods present on the first Thanksgiving’s feast table. • Lobster, rabbit, chicken, fish, squashes, beans, chestnuts, hickory nuts, onions, leeks, dried fruits, maple syrup and honey, radishes, cabbage, carrots, eggs and goat cheese probably made up the first Thanksgiving feast. The Wampanoag often ate eels and shellfish, such as lobster, clams and mussels. They dried shellfish and smoked other sorts of fish. • Today, turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, candied yams or sweet potatoes, cranberry sauce, pumpkin pie and apple pie are usually on the Thanksgiving Day menu. • Benjamin Franklin wanted the turkey to be the national bird of the U.S. • Sarah Josepha Hale, an American magazine editor, persuaded Abraham Lincoln to declare Thanksgiving a national holiday. She is also the author of the popular nursery rhyme “Mary Had a Little Lamb.” • The annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade tradition began in the 1920s. • In the U.S., about 280 million turkeys are sold for the Thanksgiving celebrations. • In 1953, Swanson had so much extra turkey - 260 tons - that a salesman told them they should package it onto aluminum trays with other sides like sweet potatoes - and the first TV dinner was born! • There are regional differences as to the “stuffing” or “dressing” traditionally served with the turkey. Southerners generally make theirs from cornbread, while in other parts of the country white bread is the base. One or several of the following may be added: oysters, apples, chestnuts, raisins, celery and/or other vegetables, sausage or the turkey’s giblets. • Californians are the largest consumers of turkey in the U.S. • Thanksgiving is not just an American holiday. Canadians celebrate it too but they do it on the second Monday in October. • The average weight of a turkey purchased around the Thanksgiving holiday is 15 pounds. A very Happy Thanksgiving to all!

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tion, “Statewide School Public Relations Personnel: Roles, Responsibilities, Relationships and Implications for Budget Vote Outcomes,” was the first at Fordham to quantify the value of school public relations. “As the award’s first recipient, I am genuinely humbled,” Knight said. “It takes tremendous knowledge of the issues surrounding public education, the continuum that forms an individual school district’s ethos, vision, and mission, and a passion and dogged determination for what we do to pull down the hours and decorum needed for effective communication in today’s public schools.” “NYSPRA is committed to recognizing the achievements of our school communicators and we are so proud to present our first-ever Communicator of the Year Award to Catherine Knight,” said Angela Marshall, public information officer at Nassau BOCES and NYSPRA president. “I’ve worked with Dr. Knight and the dedication she shows to her students and her community is exceptional.” Knight was nominated by Dr. Robert Feirsen, Superintendent of the Garden City Public Schools, who wrote, “Dr. Knight’s straightforward style and understanding of the issues of the day add to her credibility: she is seen not just as the district’s public relations spokesperson, but as a knowledgeable observer of the education scene.”

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Caroline Munn, left and the 2016 ANNpower fellows at work!

GCHS student awarded grant by ANNpower Vital Voices Initiative

While most High School juniors were taking their final exams in June, Caroline Munn, a student at the Garden City High School was in New York City, attending a 3 ½ day leadership program presented by ANNpower Vital Voices. Designed to equip the next generation of women leaders with tools and skills to make a positive impact on their communities, the program brought together young women from the US, Puerto Rico and Canada. Caroline was one of 50 high school sophomores and juniors selected from thousands of entries, after a very comprehensive application process that began in February. The partnership between the two

organizations, ANN Inc., the parent company of Ann Taylor and LOFT and Vital Voices, a non profit NGO founded by Hillary Clinton and Madeleine Albright, includes the ANNpower Advisory Council made up of influential women in media, business and entertainment. These women serve as mentors to the Fellows and ambassadors of the ANNpower Vital Voices Initiative to the public. In addition to Keynote Speaker Gary Muto, President and CEO of ANN Inc, other presentations during the week included Terri McCullough, CEO of No Ceilings: The Full Participation Project, a Clinton Foundation Initiative and

ANNpower fellows after a LOFT shopping event, attending Matilda, the musical.

Reshma Saujani, Founder and CEO of Girls Who Code. Additional training included public speaking sessions, speed mentoring sessions and a panel on women in finance. The core of the program focused on the Vital Voices Leadership Training modules, designed to provide the young women with the framework to take a bold idea and put it into action. The model helped the attendees challenge each other and themselves, to develop the most successful and innovative projects upon their return to their local communities. During the evenings, the ANN Inc. team kept the fellows very busy! From

an amazing private shopping night at Loft in the Flatiron district, to dinners at NYC restaurants, the girls had a chance to network and learn about each others projects. The final evening, the group attended Matilda, The Musical, a story about a young girl with a sharp mind and a vivid imagination who dares to take a stand and change her destiny. The ANNpower Fellows certainly could relate to the themes of the play. Following the conclusion of the the presentations and training, Fellows had the opportunity to use their learning to apply for a grant to take their idea further. Caroline’s application addressed the issues of hunger and homelessness on Long Island with a specific focus on the children affected by this issue. Recently Caroline was notified she was awarded the grant to pursue her program called “Night Night, Sleep Tight” which will provide a comforting sleep pack for children displaced from their home, who are living in The Inn’s network of temporary housing.

President and CEO of ANN Inc, Gary Muto welcoming the Fellows.

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GC Friends of STEM at Barnes & Nobleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Maker Faire

What do flying drones, virtual reality goggles, 3-D printing hand-held pens, robotics teams, and R2-D2 have in common? The Barnes & Noble Makers Faire this past weekend. Members of the community learned how to program a robot, play with a robot, control a robot, create with a robot, and be blown away by kids who

know much more about robots than the average adult. The Garden City Friends of STEM (GCFS) represented with the impressive GCMS and GCHS Robotics teams. The students taught visitors how to program a robot, and explained how their robotics team competed. Dr. Edward Cannone, Assistant Superintendent of

Curriculum, visited the GCFS table to support the students. The future is now, and it was at the Maker Faire this weekend. Please consider sponsoring or joining GCFS to keep our children at the forefront of technology: gcfstem.org. Technology is advancing faster than education.

George Arianas, Stephen Debany and Jimmy Lynch, Ryan Joudeh and Alex Joudeh represented as members of the GCHS Vex Robotics Club demonstrating one of the robots to be competing this Winter season.

GCMS Robotics team members, Aidan Rosenblatt and Enzo Cupani (middle), educated Costa Zografos, Maria Zografos (GCPTA Stewart Director), Dr. Edward Cannone (GCUFSD Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum/Instruction), and Angelo Cupani how to program a Lego robot.

Titans win Premier Division The Garden City Centennial Titans Boys U-12 team finished the Fall season in First Place in the top Premier division of the Long Island Junior Soccer League. Competing against the best teams on Long Island, the Titans proved unstoppable, winning all of there games and finishing the season a perfect 9-0. The Titans began practicing in early August, and worked hard each week to improve individually and as a team. Every game was a difficult challenge, but the Titans high powered offense and smothering defense proved too much for there opponents to overcome each week. In addition to winning the Premier division in league play, the Titans competed in the highest division of the Enysoccer

State Arch Cup in the fall. There, they won their bracket with a perfect 3-0 record. The Titans advance to the quarterfinals in the Arch Cup when play resumes in the Spring. Congratulations to the Titans on there fantastic accomplishments!

The Garden City Titans: Finn Andersen, Jack Archer, Spencer Caporicci, James Castoro, Michael Dengler, Stephen Finnell, Matthew Mehling, Luke Menger, Hayden Minuto, Fionn Mulroney, Chase Palmer, Robert Patrissi, Harry Pocock and Tommy Poz.

Community members were impressed with the technical skills of Garden City students

It was a tough way to end the season on Sunday in Long Beach for the Thunder 10s – Team Paskewitz. Coach Scott Paskewitz praised his team, “Sunday’s outcome does not tarnish what was a terrific season one bit. The team that finished the season did not even resemble the group of boys who showed up on August 1st. After starting out 0-3 we were able to finish 4-4 and make the playoffs. Along the way the confidence level grew

Thunder 10 Team Paskewitz

each week and the boys learned what it means to be a team and play together.” The entire team was a great group of young men that were extremely respectful of not only the coaches but of each other. It has been great to watch the boys become not only teammates but also friends despite different schools, interests, and grades. The Thunder 10 boys are already looking forward to next season and building on what they accomplished this year.

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8th Grade Middle School Football

Members of the 8th Grade Garden City Middle School Football team celebrate following a win in their final game. The boys had an outstanding season. A special thanks to Coaches Menges, Smith & Savino for all the time and always positive coaching of the boys!

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Thunder 10s playoff run stopped by Long Beach

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GCHS student helps kids in Dominican Republic

Garden City Thunder 11 beat Farmingdale

The Garden City Thunder 11s BY LOUIS MINUTO

Garrett Zander with Homerun Hopefuls Garrett Zander, a sophomore at Garden City High School, joined the non-profit Homerun Hopefuls organization earlier this year. The mission of Homerun Hopefuls is to help underprivileged kids in the Dominican Republic learn the importance of continued education, building self-esteem and sense of community through lessons learned in the game of baseball. Garrett spent the spring communicating the mission of Homerun Hopefuls throughout the Garden City community with the objective of collecting used baseball equipment, uniforms, t-shirts, hats, and cleats. The GC community answered the call with significant contributions of equipment and uniforms, led by the GCAA Baseball/Softball Association and its member families. Along with 8 other volunteers from across the tri-state area, Garrett spent a week in August delivering the collected equipment to twelve different communities which included 30 baseball leagues across the Dominican Republic. Garrett and his Homerun Hopefuls counterparts attended ceremonies at each of the villages they visited. They delivered the equipment and made speeches in Spanish to the groups of community leaders, young ballplayers

and their families. The message was one of support for continuing education and applying the same commitment and love for baseball to the pursuit of learning and building self-esteem. They ran baseball drills and played games with the boys while experiencing their shared love of the game of baseball. Many of the villages conducted a prayer ceremony in each town to show their appreciation for the donations and support that Homerun Hopefuls provided. “To see so many boys not have even the basic equipment or a safe place to play was an overwhelming experience” Zander said. “But once we gave them the equipment, played games and talked with them about baseball and their lives, you could see the positive impact of Homerun Hopefuls’ efforts.” Garrett would like to thank all of the GC families who contributed equipment and donations, with a special thanks to GCAA Baseball President Joe Griffin and all of the GCAA baseball and softball directors, coordinators and coaches who supported the equipment drive. He will be continuing his work again this upcoming year with Homerun Hopefuls and all donations are welcome. To learn more, log onto their website at www. homerunhopefuls.org.

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The GC Thunder 11 have dominated each of their opponents all season. They have done so consistently by relying on each of their teammates performance. Each member of this team is dedicated and does their part to prepare for big plays and crucial moments. When the chips are down, and the circumstances of the game calls out a number- this team of outstanding boys has consistently answered the call. Sunday was no different, as Farmingdale was not beat by any one GC player, but it was the entire teams effort and performance that was just too much for the Farmingdale Hawks handle. The first three quarters were tough for both sides of the football. RJ Votruba, Matthew Ragusa, Owen Holtzman, Justin Kozcko, and Bryan Boccafola each had key tackles limiting the Farmingdale offensive progress. Chip Read, Cody Wehrum, Ryan Krieg, and Patrick Sullivan held their ground across the GC line of scrimmage as both sides kept the pressure up. It is rare that these boys work so hard for three quarters and have only a scoreboard full of zeros for their tremendous effort. The game was a stalemate tug of war until GC broke through and added their first six points when Aiden Considine fought his way downfield into the end

zone behind Bryan Freel, Brady Noll, Kevin Blum, Christopher Fuelling, and James Vinciguerra. Jack Archer added the extra point behind some great blocking by Quinn Long, Ryan Melendez, and Gabriel Psilakis. Hayden Minuto then laid down a well timed onside kick, with Tristen Mullahey recovering the ball for the Thunder and simultaneously delivering a crushing blow to the Hawks resolve. Stevie Finnell quickly converted the great field position to yet another amazing touchdown run through heavy traffic, what has become a trademark for this tank in size nine cleats. After QB Matt Kephart’s perfect pass for the extra point, Garden City was in control late in the fourth quarter. Matt Mehling clipped the Hawks chances for a comeback with a terrific interception in the games final moments. GC wins 14-0. Garden City Thunder 11 remain undefeated and now are staring down their fourth straight appearance in the NCYFL Championship game. A fitting final venue for one of the greatest teams ever, regardless of the outcome. These boys together are a very special team, and I speak for all the coaches and parents when I say they were an absolute pleasure to watch. Come down to Mitchell field on Sunday at 1pm and see these amazing boys in the Championship Game vs Uniondale. GO THUNDER!

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The Men’s Association News Next Meeting

Attention all Directors! The third meeting of the year will be held in mid December. Location will be Doc O’Grady’s. Watch for an e-mail to be sent by the President for the agenda.. Please make every effort to participate. Your voice needs to be heard!

New President

Congratulations and all the best to incoming President Jim Connolly! Many thanks and much appreciation to outgoing President John Blair for all his efforts during his two years of service to the TMA!

President’s Bio

Jim Connolly is the newest president of the TMA, now at the start of his two year term. He is a 1987 graduate of Garden City High School, having played on the soccer and basketball teams. He then attended St. John’s University, where he was a member of the soccer program, finishing his studies in 1991. Jim, and his wife Kathy have four children, Luke who is a junior and James a freshman, both at GCHS. Finn is in 7th grade and attends the Middle School. The youngest is their daughter, Kate, a fourth grader. In addition to his responsibilities with the TMA, Jim has been very involved with the Boards of the

GCYL and Centennials. He has been an active coach for his children in GCAA and CYO Basketball, Centennial Soccer, Thunder Football and GCYL Lacrosse. Best of luck Jim!

50/50 Raffles

Congratulations to all the winners! Many thanks to all those who supported the efforts of the TMA thru this fundraiser.

Girls and Boys Basketball Tip Off Fund Raiser

Hold the date for the third annual event. To be held Monday, Dec. 5, at Doc O’Grady’s from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. $75 per person which includes dinner and open bar. More details to follow. Hope all can attend.

Upcoming GCHS Home Athletic Schedule

NOTE: The winter season will start in the next few weeks. Please see the GCHS web site for a complete listing for all teams.

TMA Website

Now can be accessed thru www. gctma.org. Note: this is the new web site we have been working towards which is much more friendlier “domain” name. Check it out! Signup to be a Director,

ability to pay dues, make a donation to one of our many causes, etc. Take a look. We welcome all feedback! Facebook Page Yes, we have reached the modern times! Another venue to find out about the TMA and all we do!

Who We Are

For over 80 years, The Men’s Association or simply the TMA has supported the athletic and social activities of students in the Garden City schools and promoted good sportsmanship as well as ideal citizenship. The TMA is composed of more than 100 active Directors, 50 Life Directors and 500 Family members. With the generous support of our fellow residents, the Men’s Association has been involved in a great number of projects covering a wide range of interests. While we are still primarily committed to the athletic programs at the Middle School and High School, in recent years the TMA has expanded their support and sponsorship to other programs benefiting a wider range of students in the Garden City Schools. Some of these programs are SEPTA, the Jamie and Paige Malone Foundation, Best Buddies, the GC High School Marching Band, BAA/GAA Awards Night, Middle School Bagel Bash, Reeves Scholarship, Bethany

LeSueur Jersey Retirement Ceremony, GCHS Stem Program, CPR training for all coaches, HUDL, 9th grade BBQ, Kickline, GCTA Hurricane Relief Fundraiser and the Father-Daughter and Mother-Son dances. All of this would not be possible without your continued assistance on aiding all we do. Thanks to all who contribute !!! How You Can Join The TMA is always looking for potential new members. If you’re a father who has a child or children in the GC School District and are willing to be involved please contact one of the Officers or Directors for an application. Thanks for all your support! Special thanks to all those who have joined as family members! Go Trojans!

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Any directors who have not paid their annual dues please mail your $100 check to the Treasurer!

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Jim Connolly---President John Blair Bob Leggett---Treasurer Pete Haeffner Rob McLoughlin Bob Basel

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VILLAGE SPORTS Beginning December 5th, the Department of Recreation and Parks will no longer accept cash payments for program registrations, rentals, and contracts at our Administrative Office or for Platform Tennis or Tennis at Community Park. Checks and credit cards will continue to be accepted.

Announcement about After School Program

Due to scheduled renovations in St. Paul’s Fieldhouse, our After School Program will not begin until January but will extend into March. Please check our website for further information as we get closer to the start date.

Winter Swim Lesson Registration

The Garden City Recreation Department will be conducting Children’s swimming lessons for Village residents at the Adelphi University Swimming Pool in Woodruff Hall on Saturday mornings. Your child must be six years of age by the start of the program to participate. This 10 week session will begin Saturday, December 10, 2016. Classes are taught by Red Cross Certified Instructors. The cost is $100.00. To register, please mail this form and a check to the Recreation and Parks Department at 108 Rockaway Ave. Walk in registrations will not be accepted beginning Tuesday, December 6. Level 1 – Introduction to Water Skills Level 2 – for children who have taken a lesson but need to learn fundamental skills Level 3 – will build on fundamental skills by providing guided practices

Level 4 – Develops confidence in the strokes learned and improve other aquatic skills Level 5 – Provides further coordination and refinement of strokes Level 6P – Personal Water Safety stresses survival floating, treading water, swimming in clothes, etc. Level 6F – Water Fitness – sessions will cover learning training techniques, how to use fins, kickboards, pace, clock, etc. Classes offered are as follows: 10:00 am Level 1 (10 maximum) 10-1 10:00 am Level 3 (10 maximum) 10-3 10:00 am Level 4 (10 maximum) 10-4 10:00 am Level 6F (12 maximum) 10-6F 11:00 am Level 2 (10 maximum) 11-2 11:00 am Level 3 (10 maximum) 11-3 11:00 am Level 4 (10 maximum) 11-4 11:00 am Level 5 (10 maximum) 11-5 12:00 pm Level 2 (10 maximum) 12-2 12:00 pm Level 4 (10 maximum) 12-4 12:00 pm Level 5 (10 maximum) 12-5 12:00 pm Level 6P (12 maximum) 12-6P 1:00 pm Level 1 (10 maximum) 1-1 1:00 pm Level 2 (10 maximum) 1-2 1:00 pm Level 3 (10 maximum) 1-3 1:00 pm Level 4 (10 maximum) 1-4 Please make selections carefully as fees are not returnable. To register, please download a registration form from our website (www. gardencityrecreation.org) and mail it in with payment or, if you have a password you can register online at www.gcreconline.gardencityny.net. Registration is by mail only until December 6th.

Registration for Sports Sampler for ages 4 and 5 begins The Garden City Recreation Department will offer our poplar PeeWee Sports Sampler program this winter for children ages 4 & 5 who are Residents of the Inc. Village of Garden City. This six week program has been designed to provide an opportunity to try a wide variety of sports with basic instruction. Classes will begin the week of November 27. This program will take place in St. Paul’s Fieldhouse. Our Sampler will incorporate new skills and free play in a non-competitive atmosphere. A different sport will be offered each week. Classes will be held according to the following schedule: Tuesdays 1:00 to 1:55 pm Thursdays 1:30 to 2:25 pm Fridays 1:30 to 2:25 pm The cost of this program is $100. To register for this program, please visit the Recreation and Parks Office at 108 Rockaway Ave. or, if you have a password, register online at www.gcreconline.gardencityny.net.

Floor Hockey Registration Begins The Garden City Department of Recreation and Parks will again offer a Floor Hockey Program in St. Paul’s Field House. The program will be open to Village residents in grades K through 6 on Fridays beginning December 2 according to the following schedule:

Grades K - 1 6:15 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Grades 2 - 3 7:15 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Grades 4 - 6 8:15 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Meeting dates: December 2, 9, 16, January 6, 13, 20, February 3 The cost of this program will be $55.00 All Participants are required to wear the following equipment at all times: Hockey helmet with cage, hockey gloves, shin pads, sneakers, hockey stick To register for this program, please visit the Recreation and Parks Office at 108 Rockaway Ave. or, if you have a password, register online at www. gcreconline.gardencityny.net.

“Bricks 4 Kidz” Space Adventures

Garden City Recreation and Parks is offering a “Bricks 4 Kidz” Legos program for children in grades 2 – 4 who are residents of the Inc. Village of Garden City. Inspired by NASA, the Space Adventures program is packed full of models that will make your child’s imagination blast off! Each week, children will learn about real life space exploration and build models related to the NASA space program. This program will spark the imagination and creativity to take on an adventure that is out of this world! The classes will be held on Wednesdays from 4 – 5 pm in the St. Paul’s Center and will begin on Wednesday, November 9. Space is very limited. The cost of this six week program will be $135, checks only, made payable to “Bricks 4 Kidz”. To register, please visit the Recreation and Parks Office at 108 Rockaway Ave.

LI Band to play at Coffeehouse Defensive Driving Course

Miles To Dayton’s four-part harmonies, improvisational violin and cello, and infectious rhythm section combine to create an incredible concert. Their next Long Island performance is on Friday, November 18 at the Our Times Coffeehouse. This band blends elements of folk, rock, classical and funk and has shared the stage with a wide variety of musical artists, including Jorma Kaukonen, Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes, Tom Paxton, Richie Havens, and The Subdudes. Doors open at 7:15 PM that evening for ticket sales. The suggested donations are $15 adults and $10 students with ID; sorry, no pre-sales are available. Our Times Coffeehouse is in the Ethical Humanist Society building on

Old Country Road, two miles west of Meadowbrook Parkway next to the blue water tower. For more information, please visit www.ourtimescoffeehouse. org or call 516-741-7304. Our Times Coffeehouse, staffed entirely with volunteers, has been presenting live music for 26 years. OTC is dedicated to supporting affordable folk music on Long Island, and over the years has hosted hundreds of outstanding performers in a warm, intimate setting. The Our Times Coffeehouse is a joint project of the Ethical Humanist Society of Long Island (EHS) and the Long Island Progressive Coalition (LIPC), with the assistance of the Research and Education Project of Long Island (REP-LI).

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Knights of Columbus #15809 at St Joseph’s Church in Garden City is pleased to offer the community the Empire Safety Council’s Defensive Driving Course The course will be held on Saturday November 19th 9:30 am to 3:30 pm in the St. Joseph’s Church LL St. Agnes Room 130 Fifth St. Garden City Upon completion of this course, Participants are eligible for 10% off

their motor vehicle insurance for three years and/or a reduction of points from their driver’s license. The fee for the course is $45 per person and advance registration is required. To register, or for more information, please contact: Will Havron 516-578-6452 or John Russo 516-384-4552

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The Batting 1.000 U-16 Seminoles Travel Baseball team from Garden City won a 13-Inning Walk-Off Thriller to capture the 2016 Long Island Boys of Summer Baseball League Championship in Medford, NY on Sunday November 6, 2016. As Coach Steve Ascher explained the day following the amazing win: “It was an incredible finish and I am so proud of the way our boys battled last night and found a way to win two tough games. It just doesn’t get much better than a walk-off win in a thirteen inning Championship Game against a really talented and determined opponent”. The Seminoles strength was their consistently outstanding pitching all season long. It was a continuation of the success of Garden City Jr. Varsity Baseball’s rotation that went 15-1 in the spring season. They showed that their accomplishments could be sustained throughout the summer and into the fall for the Garden City Cyclones/ Batting 1.000 Seminoles U-16 Travel Baseball team. The Seminoles also featured exceptional fielding, base running, throwing, and execution at the plate. Their overall record after playing 61 games: 45-16-2 (.738 winning percentage) The playoffs were no different. The Semi-Final game at 12:30 PM pitted the Seminoles against a determined Massapequa Cyclones U-16 team. Right hander Billy Duff took the mound, and with steely reserve, he baffled Massapequa’s hitters and cruised to a 5-hit, complete-game victory. With battery mate Michael Rasquin behind the plate, Duff went the distance, pitching 7 innings while striking out 8 batters (half of those K’s came off of called strike 3’s) Duff registered 0 walks, and had 0 earned runs in an 80-pitch outing. The only scoring from Massapequa came in the 3rd inning. After Duff retired the first two batters in order, the opponent benefited from 2 successive errors, scoring all 3 of their runs before Duff dug deep into his repertoire to record his 3rd strikeout of the game with a runner in scoring position. The Seminoles had superb hitting from Robert Lucano (3-3),

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Batting 1.000 U-16 Seminoles - 2016 Long Island Boys of Summer Baseball League Champions Front row, L to R: Michael Rasquin, James McGill, Danny McLeod, Jake Fraher, Owen Ascher, Stevie Baymack, Garrett Zander, Ryan George Back row, L to R: Coaches Steve Baymack, Al McLeod, Damian George; Billy Duff, Andrew Zupicich, Robert Lucano, Lukas Lambraia; Coaches Steve Ascher, Bruno Lambraia. Missing from photo: Michael McAuley, Sean Leggett, Patrick Leggett. bottom of the 13th inning. Zander’s double and subsequent stolen base looked very promising - until a FC on a comebacker by Lucano had him caught going home from 3rd base on a contact play for the 2nd out of the inning. Jake Fraher then coolly strode up to the plate, and with a man on 1st, delivered a sinking liner to right field, moving the runner to 2nd base. The stage was set. 2 outs ... runners on 1st and 2nd ... Both teams could feel it, and so could their fans. Lukas Lambraia stepped into to batter’s box, and after connecting with several hard-hit and long foul balls, Lambraia cracked a 2-2 pitch into left-center field. Lucano raced home on contact and scored the winning run standing up. Game over! Seminoles 4, Legends 3. Lambraia’s walk-off RBI in the final AB of the game was epic, and he was mobbed in the infield by a jubilant Seminoles team.

It was a culmination of over 5½ hours and 20 innings of playoff baseball. The Championship Game will be remembered for quite some time by the many in attendance. The umpires allowed the exhausted players to celebrate their Championship win until the trophy presentation. Congrats should go to both teams for one of the most exhilarating and entertaining championship baseball games in recent memory. Recognition also goes out to the coaches for their commitment, enthusiasm, and hard work. Coach Ascher and his staff - coaches Bruno Lambraia, Steve Baymack, Damian George, and Al MacLeod, were all instrumental in preparing the players for each and every game, and it showed. Win or lose, the boys always play as a team. They are battlers and they never quit. Congratulations to the Seminoles on the victory, it was well earned.

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Andrew Zupicich (2-3), Billy Duff, and Garrett Zander. Playing small-ball in key situations also contributed to the offensive attack, with Stevie Baymack and Ryan George both laying down beautiful bunts when called upon. The Seminoles ultimately prevailed by a score of 5-3 in the Semi Final. It was on to the Championship! Ryan George was on the hill for the Seminoles in the Championship Game at 2:30 PM against a very tough Long Island Legends U-16 team. George pitched with typical aplomb, recording 9 strikeouts - 5 were called K’s. George registered 0 walks and 6 hits, while surrendering only 2 earned runs out of the 3 runs scored by the Legends in his 8-inning outing. Never rattled, George mixed it up and kept the opponent’s hitters guessing most of the game. Two smooth fielding plays by Stevie Baymack, and key cutoffs in the outfield by James McGill and Owen Ascher kept it close. Garden City scored 2 runs in the 2nd inning, courtesy of an Andrew Zupicich leadoff double and a bunt single by Michael Rasquin. Another run was added in the 5th inning, with Baymack scoring the 3rd run of the game on smart base running on a fielder’s choice, to knot it at 3-3. The game was now set up to be a pitcher’s battle. Lefthander Robert Lucano took over for the Seminoles in the top of the 9th inning to close it out. Lucano didn’t know it at the time, but he would end up going a full 5 innings in an enormously tense game that could seemingly go either way. He used a vast arsenal of pitches to confuse the Legend’s batters, fanning 7 hitters in key situations. Lucano shut the door, surrendering 0 earned runs in a 1-hit outing. Lucano walked 1 batter, but a timely pickoff move caught him off base, and the runner was thrown out by a perfectly executed throw by 1st baseman Duff to Baymack. The Legends also brought in a tough left hander to relieve their starting pitcher, and he kept the Seminoles hitters at bay as well. The game was a pitcher’s duel for 5 innings, until the

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GCHS Varsity Football heads to the finals

Garden City Varsity Football defeated Long Beach in the Semi Finals 35-8 at Hofstra Stadium. The GC Football team earned a place in the County Finals against Carey High School with the victory. Lead on offense by a sterling performance from senior Chris Mixon , who scored 3 touchdowns on the day, 2 touchdown runs of 2 yards and a 73 yard run in which he broke tackles and ankles , on the 73 yard run he thanked Tyler Wuchte for an incredible block where he knocked down two LB defenders. His third TD was a beautifully executed 16 yard screen pass from Colin Hart. The scoring was completed by a 1 yard QB sneak from Colin Hart and a nail in the coffin 20 yard run by Justin Coppola. It was a very hard fought game with Long Beach scoring first and keeping the pressure on all the way through the third quarter. There were a couple of moments in the game that stood out

to the crowd. With the score 21-8 , Long Beach has a second and goal from the 1 yard line. They ran their halfback into the line and got stone walled by Colin Paskowitz and the rest of the D Line. They could not score ... One other big play occurred when Long Beach had GC backed up on the about their own 5 yard line.. Punter Mark Ventre took the snap 8 yards deep in the endzone and boomed the ball out to the LB 40 yard line, a 65 yard punt...he flipped the field. These plays along with interceptions by ; Trevor Kodie, Matt Granville and Chris Mixon in addition to a fumble recovery by Matt Granville, coupled with excellent tackling from the whole team kept Long Beach out of the end zone for the rest of the day. Please come out to Hofstra to cheer on your undefeated Garden City football team tomorrow at 12:30 as they take on Carey HS.

Ready for the snap, #33 Chris Mixon, #14 Colin Hart and #25 Jamie Atkinson

Punter Mark Ventre ready to boom another ball.

Dee Line waiting for the LB offense.. 54 Matt Flanagan, 65 Brandon Holloway , 56 Sal Ingrassia , 15 James Buckley and 52 Colin Paskowitz

Andrew Desantis making a first down reception

Trevor Yeboah-Kodie and Phil Puccio covering a kick!!

Buckley,Paskowitz and Flanangan right before the snap

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Senior Chris Mixon running for 1st Touchdown

Attention all Garden City H.S. basketball players past and present! Mark your calendars for these two upcoming fund raisers. Monday, December 5, the third annual Girls and Boys Basketball Tipoff Event. To be held at Doc O’Grady’s. 7 - 10 0 p.m. $75 per person donation at the door which includes dinner and open bar. Pre-registration can be done at the TMA website, www.GCTMA.org, as can any donations. Silent auction and

50/50. All proceeds will go to the GCHS basketball programs Saturday, January 7, the return of the Alumni Games! This will feature both a women’s (4:00 p.m. tipoff) and men’s (6:00 p.m. start). Details to come concerning online registration. $40 per person which will include your game shirt. Raffles and 50/50. All proceeds will be donated to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Hope all can be involved!

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Third Grade Centennials

Third Grade Centennial’s Team Egan, tasted victory finishing their season with a win

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Team 2 Mohsenian Whole Team

Team 7 Olcott Ronan Coyle Graham Hefelfinger Brad Gillette

Team 3 Archer Whole Team

Team 8 Gawlick Whole Team

Team 4 Irwin / Peters Jack Garte Peter Irwin Jason Theodosopoulos

Team 9 Messi Whole Team

Team 5 Bremer Patrick Sceles Owen Baker

Team 10 Roddini Whole Team

3rd grade girls Team Italy: The Whole Team

Team 6 Doherty

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GC Alumni Soccer Game Annual Thanksgiving Soccer Tradition Continues

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Commemorative alumni shirts will be provided courtesy of the Centennials

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GC Basketball K-1-2 clinic registration Our Garden City Basketball K-1-2 Clinic will be held on Sundays from 12:30pm - 2:15pm at the St Paul’s Fieldhouse. Our season will begin Sunday, December 4th and run through Sunday March 5, 2017. We have off dates for Christmas, New Years and the Martin Luther King holidays. Registration is $125 with online signup at www.gardencitybasketball.org This season will see our program further increase the number of professional instructors utilized from the Island Garden and the Adelphi University Women’s Basketball team. A usage fee that is now being collected for all sports by the Village and is included in our registration fee. Our nationally recognized clinic for Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grade boys & girls uses 8ft baskets and stations of

different foundational skills & drills. Professionals recommend staying at a lower basket as not to create poor shooting mechanics in younger players. Basket height at a young age needs to be set for all players not for the limited few who can use the higher basket. Please use the “clinic link” on our website for background on the skills/format/structure of the clinic. Please note that this is a clinic and teams are not formed and participants are not called. Our greater mission is to provide a wonderful experience for all of our participants so that a lifelong love of the game of basketball will be nurtured and grow. Sign-up ONLINE TODAY at www. gardencitybasketball.org If there are any questions about our program, please contact John Skramko at jskramko@live.com or 516-746-9659

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Second Grade Centennials- The Fire Dragons From the top left: Brendan Ohl, Jack LeSueur, Patrick Corrigan and Andrew Dengler. Bottom Row (from the left): John Gale, Peter Jackson, Jack Armstrong, Oliver Gibson and Cavan Bice (missing in photo).

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100 Hilton Avenue, Garden City, NY 1-bedroom, 1.5-bath. Rental. SD #18. MLS# 2878862. $4,100/mo.

100 Hilton Ave., Garden City, NY 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath. Rental. SD #18. MLS# 2877133. $5,150/mo.

111 Cherry Valley Ave., Garden City, NY 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath. Rental. SD #18. MLS# 2883624. $6,795/mo.

100 Hilton Avenue, Garden City, NY 1-bedroom, 1.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2867989. $685,000.

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111 Cherry Valley Avenue, Garden City, NY 1-bedroom, 1.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2888547. $675,000.

100 Hilton Avenue, Garden City, NY 1-bedroom, 1.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2893104. $679,000.

100 Hilton Avenue, Garden City, NY 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2885239. $775,000.

111 Cherry Valley Avenue, Garden City, NY 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2866987. $775,000.

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100 Hilton Avenue, Garden City, NY 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2893128. $819,000.

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Saturday, November 19th, 1:00 – 3:00pm 90 Cambridge Ave., Garden City, NY 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2895977. $589,000.

Sat., 11/19 & Sun., 11/20, 1:00 – 3:00pm 153 Brook Street, Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 2-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2896737. $699,000.

11/19, 12:00 – 2:00pm & 11/20, 2:00 – 4:00pm 9 Merillon Avenue, Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2893180. $835,000.

Sunday, November 20th, 1:30 – 3:30pm 101 Mulberry Avenue, Garden City, NY 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2886631. $825,000.

Sunday, November 20th, 2:00 – 4:00pm 121 Brompton Road, Garden City, NY 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2841131. $1,495,000.

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Saturday, November 19th, 2:00 – 4:00pm 191 Wickham Road, Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2893895. $875,000.

Sunday, November 20th, 2:00 – 4:00pm 48 Main Avenue, Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 3-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2888807. $929,000.

Garden City, NY 3-bedroom, 2-bath SD #18. MLS# 2887889. $699,000.

Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2896055. $899,000.

Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2885328. $899,000.

Garden City, NY 6-bedroom, 4.55-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2889363. $1,750,000.

Garden City, NY 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2842592. $1,995,000.

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Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# P1266915. $929,000.

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Garden City, NY 5-bedroom, 3.55-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2881082. $1,050,000.

Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 3-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2856708. $1,050,000.

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For more listings, visit danielgale.com. Garden City, NY 6-bedroom, 3.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2851595. $2,100,000.

Garden City, NY 5-bedroom, 3.555-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2771202. $2,199,000.

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Out of Town Listings Sunday, November 20th, 12:00 – 2:00pm 27 Azalia Court, Hempstead, NY 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath. SD #1. MLS# 2892502. $485,000.

Levittown, NY 4-bedroom, 2-bath. SD #5. MLS# 2845990. $429,000.

Franklin Square, NY 3-bedroom, 2-bath. SD #17. MLS# 2891849. $459,000.

Malverne, NY 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath. SD #12. MLS# 2890632. $479,000.

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Malverne, NY 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath. SD #12. MLS# 2885997. $489,000.

Cathedral Gardens, NY 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath. SD #27. MLS# 2884581. $599,000.

Floral Park, NY 3-bedroom, 2-bath. SD #22. MLS# 2893199. $630,000.

Stewart Manor, NY 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath. SD #16. MLS# 2891688. $639,000.

Floral Park, NY 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath. SD #22. MLS# 2896253. $685,000.

Rockville Centre, NY 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath. SD #21. MLS# 2847096. $738,000.

Rockville Centre, NY 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath. SD #21. MLS# 2833551. $839,000.

Holliswood, NY 4-bedroom, 3-bath. SD #26. MLS# P1267914. $899,000.

Rockville Centre, NY 7-bedroom, 4.5-bath. SD #21. MLS# 2856205. $1,190,000.

Old Westbury, NY 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath. SD #2. MLS# 2877360. $1,288,000.

Centre Island, NY 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath. SD #6. MLS# 2875726. $1,495,000.

Rockville Centre, NY 5-bedroom, 3-bath. SD #21. MLS# 2883352. $1,498,000.

Point Lookout, NY 4-bedroom, 3-bath. SD #28. MLS# 2841447. $2,992,000.

2110 Grandview Drive, Orient, NY 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath. SD #1. MLS# 2831834. $3,295,000.

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From your friends at Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty.

Garden City Office 516.248.6655 • 102 Seventh Street, Garden City, NY

Garden City Wyndham Office 516.739.7171 • 100 Hilton Avenue, Garden City, NY

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