The Garden City News (8/20/21)

AWARD

Hempstead Town Supervisor Don Clavin, Councilman Tom Muscarella and Town Clerk Kate Murray presented a Certificate of Recognition and Badge of Merit to Girl Scout Lindsey Stevenson of Garden City for earning her Gold Award. The town’s Girl Scout Recognition Ceremony was held on August 11, 2021 at Norman J. Levy Park & Preserve in Merrick.

District prepares for school year with new hires, building upgrades

BY RIKKI N. MASSAND

Superintendent of Schools

Dr. Kusum Sinha addressed the Board of Education and many parents in the audience on Tuesday, August 17, with updates on the reopening of Garden City’s schools in the days ahead,

The most debated new policy for school year 2021-2022 -- subject of an hours’ long, emotionally-charged public comment and board discussion -- was the board’s support for students to wear masks for all indoor activities while attending schools, except for lunch. At the beginning of

Tuesday’s meeting Dr. Sinha presented “Superintendent’s Recommendations” for the start of the school year, and she made clear the intention of the universal masking indoors, at least during the first few months of the school year.

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Board of Education meeting

BY RIKKI MASSAND

At Garden City High School, a long summer night of discussions on the safety protocols that will be in place when Garden City schools open in September culminated with a Board of Education vote to require students to wear masks at indoors at school, and on buses.

The Board voted 4 to 1 in favor of mask requirements. (Board member Tom Pinou voted against them.) But as public comments were presented, the Garden City community had multiple “mic drop” moments during the August 17 board meeting, as local parents and advocacy groups from other areas made their opposing stances clear, following a presentation on safety protocols by Superintendent of Schools Dr. Kusum Sinha.

School Board President William C. Holub explained that by August 1, the district and board of education had received about 170 emails on the issue of students wearing masks at school in the 2021-2022 year.

“Clearly our community has division -- of 170 about 75 or 80 of the emails are in support of students wearing masks and the balance are not in support of masks. We have three petitions circulating in our community and on social media and those have been emailed to us. One is advocating for following CDC guidance to have students and faculty wear masks indoors at school, one is advocating for parental choice on whether the individual student wears a mask at school, and the third is advocating for ‘following the science.’ Collectively, there are over 1,500 signatures on those petitions, so it is not a black and white issue and it’s not clearly leaning one way or another. This is not something that is easy for us,” Holub explained.

School Board Trustee Michael Cassaro said he understands that many people are advocating that the school district not adhere to information districts are currently being provided with by the Centers for Disease Control. He noted the regularity of schools receiving CDC information and guidance relating to violence among children and adolescents, sexually transmitted diseases and other issues, and asked Dr. Sinha about the district’s use of guidance “from agencies that serve the collective good.”

“Typically as a public school system, we do follow CDC and

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Not our finest moment

Last Tuesday’s Board of Education meeting was not one of Garden City’s finest moments. The discussion of whether masks should be required in schools has been ugly throughout the country, and unfortunately Garden City was no exception. One speaker likened requiring masks to the Nazis forcing Jews to wear yellow stars during the Holocaust. School Board President William Holub quite rightly shut that deeply offensive line of comments right down.

The truth is that neither side of this debate is trying to hurt children. The anti-mask side makes a reasonable case that masks can cause children some discomfort in the classroom, and that they may impair children’s ability to socialize and possibly to learn (for

example children trying to learn to read may need to see their teachers’ lips and mouths).

Those in favor of masks point out that if children wear them there will be less chance of having to quarantine at home if a positive case is found in a class. Several doctors attested to the fact that the caseload of sick children has been rising due to the Delta variant, and that masks prevent the transmission of disease.

What no one wants is a return to last year’s online learning. It seems to us that Superintendent Kusum Sinha’s plan to require masks, but allow frequent socially distant breaks is a good balance that will hopefully achieve the goal of in-person school every day.

Denton

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Avenue bridge

To Our Village Residents:

As all residents of our beloved Village are acutely aware, the Long Island Rail Road’s third track expansion project has had a significant impact upon each of us.  We recognize that you have many questions concerning the project and how it will continue to impact the Village, particularly with respect to the Denton Avenue bridge and potential changes to the roadway and bridge design.

At the current time, the Village is actively engaged in litigation with the Long Island Rail Road over issues involving the electric utility poles and the Denton Avenue area. As a result, we cannot discuss the particulars of the pending litigation.  As of this date, no plan for the reconstruction of the Denton Avenue bridge and the related

roadway has been finalized.  As this information becomes available, we will share it with you and look forward to receiving your input.

We thank you for your patience and understanding as we continue to work to improve and preserve our Village now and for the future.

Thank you, Cosmo Veneziale, Mayor, Incorporated Village of Garden City Veto of bill could cost lives

The following letter addressed to Nassau County Executive Laura Curran was shared with our readers: Ms Curran:

How totally unconscionable of you to veto legislation which would have allowed First Responders to sue those

Dep. Mayor: Dining structures, tents have serious fire risks

STATEMENT TO THE GARDEN CITY RESIDENTS FROM DEPUTY MAYOR & FIRE COMMISSIONER TOM O’BRIEN

The Board of Trustees and the Mayor all want our restaurants to thrive, and we all understand and are sympathetic to the struggles that Covid has brought to our residents, businesses and restaurants. We are all in total support of outdoor dining that is safe for the occupants, restaurant staff, pedestrians, properties, Fire Department, Police Department and Emergency Responders and Vehicles.

With this in mind, I wanted to provide our Village residents with an update on the current status of the outdoor dining tents and structures at Revel, Calogero’s, Waterzooi, and Novita.

On July 21st, two Nassau County Fire Marshals inspected these four restaurant outdoor dining facilities, tents, and

structures, and found them to have hazardous fire and safety conditions that are in violation of the New York Fire Code and State Law, thus requiring remedy immediately to be in compliance and avoid any potential injury, loss of life, and/or property damage. This is strictly a serious fire safety issue and requirement (nothing more) requiring immediate action by restaurants and the Village.

In the case of Revel, the Nassau County Fire Marshals found that the Revel outdoor structure is blocking the entire street and fire lane and preventing fire apparatus access, and that the current structure that Revel built does not meet the requirements of the New York State 2020 Fire Code (section 503.1.1 and 503.1.2). This safety violation requires the immediate removal of the

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BY GARY SIMEONE

Tommy Santorufo, who owns the Jewelry Garden on Nassau Boulevard, has been in the jewelry game for over thirty years. He got his feet wet in the jewelry industry when he married his wife in the 1980s and followed in his father-inlaw’s footsteps into the business.

“You could say I married into the business when I first met my wife and began working for my father-in-law in the manufacturing and wholesale side of the business,” said Santorufo.

He worked in manufacturing and wholesaling for multiple years, before getting involved in the retail side of the business in the late 1990s.

He opened his original Jewelry Garden store in Baldwin Harbor in 1995, and then his second location at 332 Nassau Blvd a few years later.

“I’ve been at this location for twenty-one years now,” said Santorufo. “In 2005, I decided to close the Baldwin store

and combined the two places under one roof. It made sense from an economic standpoint because my lease was up at the old place and it was just easier to manage all sides of the business.”

At the Nassau Blvd location, Santorufo has his retail side of the business on first floor and a full shop downstairs, where the wholesaling, manufacturing and shipping operations take place. All his jewelry repairs are also done on the premises.

Santorufo said that his main forte and what brings customers to his shop are his custom designs for all types of jewelry.

“We cover the whole lot here from our earring line, to bridal jewelry and remounts, rings, bracelets and anything you can think of. We do all of our own CAD (computer aided design) and work with our customers to see what fits them.”

He added that the jewelry lines are made of 1418 platinum fine jewelry.

The Jewelry Garden is located at 332 Nassau Blvd in Garden City South.

This lovely ranch in St. James, a hamlet in Suffolk County near north shore is a great first home to build an oasis, the perfect downsize or a second home that sits on .36 acres.

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The town of St. James is near three town beaches on the Long Island Sound including Short Beach in the adjoining Village of Nissequogue. Other activities, the Nissequogue River, popular for kayaking and canoeing, is to the west and Sunken Meadow Park for year round enjoyment.

Proximity to Long Island Sound and to the wealthy and picturesque villages of Head of the Harbor and Nissequogue, with which St. James shares its history add to St. James’s appeal!

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The Welcoming Club of Garden City

What's New

Fall is right around the corner and the Welcoming Club is hard at work planning a Couples Oktoberfest event! Join us on Friday, 10/1 at 7:30 at Plattduetsche for great drinks, food, and fun!. Mark your calendars - tickets go on sale Wed. 9/8 at 10 a.m. and will sell out fast!

Have you started reading “ The Alice Network ” by Kate Quinn yet? Join us for a lively discussion about the book at our next book club meeting on Thursday, 9/9! If you're interested in being part of the conversation, please reach out to WelcomingClubBookClub@gmail. com.

The Welcoming Club is actively seeking local businesses and merchants to sponsor the 2021–2022 season! Sponsorship gives you the opportunity to support this year’s chosen charity, Bethany House of Nassau County. It’s also a great way to promote your business to members of our community, new and old. For more information about becoming a sponsor, or other efforts to support The Welcoming Club and Bethany House, please email Philanthropic Chair Libby McGowan at GCPhilanthropic@gmail.com. Special thanks to last year’s Premier sponsors: Adelphi University, Susan MacDonald, and La Bottega! Follow Us!

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Join A Group

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

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

Supper Club:  Bring your significant others out for this one! This is a

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

Bowling Club: No experience necessary! We are looking for new faces to join our Wednesday league. Occasional pacers are welcome. Anyone interested, please contact Ellen (Diller05@aol. com) Carol (santa060@yahoo.com) or Liz (mcdea@aol.com).

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

Toddler Activities:  A great way for you and your little ones to make new friends. Activities include stroller walks each week around our beautiful village and a visit to the park. We also set up playgroups with kids of similar age. Please email welcomingclubtoddleractivities@gmail.com for more information.

Golf: Golf lessons at Cherry Valley Club are always a big hit! Golf pro Ed Kelly helps us GCWC ladies improve our golf game. If you are interested in reserving your spot for the fall 2020 session, email WelcomingClubGolf@ gmail.com.

Tennis:  Tennis lessons and group play begin soon! We play at the Garden City Community Park courts behind the pool. All levels welcome, groups will be formed based on experience. Spots are limited so please contact WelcomingClubTennis@gmail. com to reserve a spot for the 2020/2021 season!

Come join the fun and make a difference! We invite you to join the club! For just $37 a year, you will have access to lots of great events and many fun members-only clubs and events. Complete the easy online membership form today at www.thegardencitywelcomingclub.org in the “Join” section of the website. While you are there, browse the site for lots of great information about the club. We’re looking for writers in our community to compose articles on local topics, opinions, reviews, worthy places to visit on Long Island, and even pieces of fiction. We aim to feature at least one new article and writer each week in our Discovery magazine section.

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PRESENTS

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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 22ND, 2021

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Garden City Real Estate Market Information

RECENT REAL ESTATE SALES IN GARDEN CITY

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104 Ninth Street

Sold Price: $2,800,000

Date: 08/12/2021

6 bedrooms, 5 full baths, 2 half baths

Style: Victorian Lot Size: .46 acres

Total taxes: $57,033

MLS number: 3312096

The Seller’s Team: Traci Clinton and Parsa Samii, Compass Greater NY

The Buyer’s Team: Elizabeth Breslin, Coach Realtors Fennessy Associates

Step Into This Stately & Gracious 6 Bedroom Updated & Expanded Victorian In Sought After Location Which Offers An Exquisite Grand Entry Foyer With Fireplace, Spacious & Inviting Entertaining Spaces including Formal Dining Room, Stylish Living Room, Expansive Gourmet Eat In Kitchen With Bespoke Cabinetry & Center Island , High End Appliances including Wolf Cook Top, & Double Oven With Warming Draw, Two Asko Dishwashers, Miele Coffee Bar & more, Mudroom With Walk In Pantry, Family Room with Fireplace & French Doors Leading To Your Own Private Oasis With Spacious Brick Patio & An Outdoor Stone Fireplace to enjoy on Summer Evenings Overlooking The Lush Property. Unwind In The Casual Den with Coffered Ceiling Detail,Fireplace & Custom Bar. A Handsome Home Office With Glass Pocket Doors. A Welcoming & Elegant Primary Suite With Fireplace & a Spacious Spa Like Primary Bath With Double Vanities, Soaking Tub & Steam Shower.Lower Level For Recreation & Gym. 3 Car Detached Garage with Loft.

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Sold price: $965,000 Date: 08/17/2021 Style: Colonial 3

Total taxes: $20,250 MLS number: 3309699

The Seller’s Team: Patricia Savella and Tara Lori, Coach Realtors Fennessy Associates

The Buyer’s Team: Maureen Taylor, Coach Realtors of Willistons

Come see this beautiful Brick & Sided Colonial in the heart of the Estate section of Garden City. This home boasts a spacious living room with gas fireplace, formal dining room, and a renovated kitchen, den/office with outside access and updated 1/2 bath on main the floor. Second floor has 3 bedrooms and a full renovated bath. Finished basement features a laundry/ utility room and plenty of storage . Backyard has a quaint English garden feel, neatly landscaped front yard, private driveway and 2 car att. garage. Four ductless units, gas heat, in-ground sprinklers, security and hardwood flooring exist .

Sold Price: $785,000

Date: 08/16/2021

Style: Colonial

3 bedrooms, 1 full baths, 1 half bath Lot Size: .12 acres

Total taxes: $13,239

MLS number: 3312658

The Seller’s Team: Kathleen Roberts, Daniel Gale Associates

The Buyer’s Team: Jill Palmeri and Dana Eaton, Douglas Elliman Real Estate

bedrooms and updated hall bath. Basement is unfinished with laundry room, newer furnace and new hot water heater. There is large cedar closet as well. The yard is fully fenced with patio and professionally landscaped property. There is a pull down attic for storage in the garage.

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Live a five-star lifestyle in an unparalleled location 18 miles from NYC, near to LIRR, Seventh Street village shopping, restaurants of many national origins. Easy access to parkways, airports, beaches. 24/7 concierge - valet, maintenance staff, conference room and office facilities, resident manager, heated salt water pool, gym, exercise room, free exercise classes, sauna, library, party room with kitchen, theater room, 24 hr bar-b-que area, open air cocktail bar, manicured grounds, underground parking, private storage room for each resident. Electric cars are welcome at the Wyndham - re-charging stations available.

UNITS AVAILABLE:

3 Bedroom, 3 1/2 bath offered at $1,150,000

Enjoy the morning sun on your 336 sq ft garden patio in this 1913 sq ft unit. Entrance hall into living room with custom woodwork, breakfast area, kitchen, guest powder room, 2nd floor has three bedrooms and 3 baths, laundry, door to 2nd floor and elevator. All the amenities of The Wyndham

2 Bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths offered at $899,000

With all new windows and sliding door to balcony enjoy the Eastern view of the pond and gardens, This unit has an updated kitchen and bathrooms, crown moldings throughout, custom closets including pantry, truly move-in condition. 1397 sf ft with 112 sq ft balcony. All the amenities of The Wyndham

JUST AVAILABLE - Ninth Floor 1 Bedroom Rental. Designer done- open kitchen- walk-in closet as well as hall closet-- two closets in bedroom - three HVACS- washer and dryer - rooftop terrace to relax and enjoy the sunrise and sunsets - al the amenities of the Wyndham with its newly decorated Wyndham Room, Salt water pool, Sauna, Exercise room and classes-storage- parking included - truly a place to call home $4,650 a month

All information must be checked by buyer.

SOLD: Unit 904 The Wyndham East

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THI S WEEK AT ROTARY

Rotary winds down summer with end of season social

Throughout the years, it has been the tradition of the Mineola-Garden City Rotary Club to hold fellowship evening events at various local venues, during the Rotary year.  Always open to the public, our fellowship socials provide for us the opportunity to include members’ spouses, guests along with prospective members.

Next Tuesday evening, August 24, 6 – 10 p.m., the Club will hold a joint fellowship social with the Williston Park Rotary Club at the Morgan Parc apartment’s lovely rooftop lounge. Morgan Parc is Located at 199 2nd Street (on the corner of Mineola Blvd.).  Attendees may take the west elevator to the penthouse.

This fellowship social will be the first evening event since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.   As at all our evening events, there will be plenty of opportunity for fellowship and networking.  The fee is $30 with checks made payable to Williston Park Rotarian Nancy Zolezzi and mailed to her at 432 Willis Avenue, Williston Park, NY 11596.  Or, for more information, please email Mineola-Garden City Rotary presi -

dent Diane Marmann at Diane.marmann@gmail.com.

September

meetings continue at Calogero’s

At this moment, the Garden City Hotel has not resumed lunch service. As you may know, Rotary has been meeting at the Hotel on 2nd and 4th Mondays for many years.  Since June 15, when the Club departed from virtual meetings on Zoom, Rotary has been meeting at Calogero’s Garden City restaurant. On 2nd and 4th Tuesdays. The Club will continue to meet there, along with a great Calogero’s lunch of choice throughout September on 2nd and 4th Tuesdays.

Guest speaker on September 14 will be John Feyrer, digital expert, who will discuss how technology has changed the world.  On September 18, we will welcome Nassau County Executive Laura Curran, who will bring us up to date on the county’s many issues.

Please stay tuned for further information; or, if you wish to reserve for one of the above lunch meetings, at Calogero’s, 12:15 p.m.,  please email Diane.marmann@gmail.com.  Fee: $30.

German is for Everyone

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Relax And Beat

Summer Heat

Taps bugler available for military ceremonies

Local resident Lana Mae Noone with grandson Jayden Alexander Chul-soo Noone.

Local resident Lana Mae Noone attended the Taps performance of her grandson, Jayden Alexander Chul-soo

Noone, who played at the Memorial Day ceremony in Franklin Square. Jayden is a teen bugler who has played Taps several times in honor of his great-grandfather, US Army Major Byron Mortimer Noone, who was recently recognized for his work after World War 1 by the Near East Relief Society.

Jayden has appeared on “The Dr Oz Show,” “FiOS News,” and “The Crystal Hart Show,” and will be interviewed on “The Long Island Breakfast Club” at a date TBA.

He was a production assistant for “Children of the April Rain,” the Vietnam Babylift play at the Garden City Community Church, where it had its first staged reading, l Judson Memorial Church, the NYC Vietnam Veterans Memorial Plaza, the American Airpower Museum, and the New Jersey Vietnam Era Educational Center.

Jayden is honored to play Taps for all military and veteran ceremonies. Please contact  Lananoone@yahoo.com for complete details.

FOR SENIORS

Garden City Senior Center is Open

Garden City Recreation and Parks’ Senior Center is now open.

Our hours will be 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

We will be practicing social distancing so no exercise or group activities will take place at this time Anyone visiting the Center will be required to wear a mask during their visit.

Senior Exercise with Felicia

Come join us for Senior Exercise with Felicia at the Garden City Senior Center!  Due to COVID restrictions, this program will no longer be a drop in program.  Participants will need to pre-register, wear masks, and fill out a COVID form, and space will be limited.

Classes will take place on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 10 a.m.  In order to attend a class you must pre-reg-

ister.  You may pre-register up to two days before the class you want to attend by calling the Senior Center between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. at 385-8006.  For a Monday class, you may call the Friday before. Space is limited.

“Zumba” Exercise Classes

Our spring session of our “Zumba Gold” fitness will be held in on Thursday afternoons at 2:15 p.m. at The Senior Center. Each 45-minute class, teaching the basics of Zumba exercise, is led by Felicia Lovaglio, our certified Zumba exercise instructor.  This class is geared for seniors or the beginner adult.  The six-week session began Thursday, July 15. The price for the session is $36. To register this class, please visit the Recreation Office at 108 Rockaway Avenue.

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

The one you have been waiting for! Luxury Colonial built in 2003 with rarely seen indoor pool. Grand 10 foot ceilings throughout with stunning marble entry foyer with radiant floors throughout. Custom millwork and mahogany wood floors with herringbone details invite you throughout the first level. Chef’s kitchen with Viking appliances, 10-foot kitchen island, and expansive kitchen to family room open concept with one of 2 gas fireplaces. 2 additional wood fireplaces in the formal dining room and new outdoor fireplace. Primary bedroom wing with private balcony, gas fireplace, en-suite spa bath with walk-in shower and soaking tub opens to dream walk-in closet with center island and crystal chandelier. 4 additional generously sized bedrooms all en-suite to full bathrooms and custom closets. Second-floor laundry and third-floor attic walk-up. Enjoy this lush 1/2 acre fully fenced-in property with new privacy hedging, an outdoor kitchen with Viking appliances, and secondary access to the indoor pool. Saltwater heated pool with steam shower bath, retractable pool room, and wall to wall Andersen French doors onto a new outdoor paver patio. Fully finished basement with secondary laundry, great room with surround sound speakers, fitness area, office, full bath, and storage. Come enjoy your future dream home and swim year-round. Showing by appointment.

The Kordes K orner

John Ellis Kordes

PhotograPhy history

A familiar sight on village streets every autumn for a very long time - the village Public Works Department picking up leaves with a contraption like this. This photo was taken in the 1940’s or 1950’s and looks very much like what we would see today. Interestingly, this photo looks like it was taken on Seventh Street as the street is quite wide and you can see some stores.

Should the village give up this fall tradition and make homeowners and landscapers remove the leaves themselves? This would allow our streets to be clean and safer during those autumn months instead of having huge piles of leaves everywhere. Something to think about.

One more thing, look at the worker on the far left pushing the leaves into the vacuum. He is wearing a hat that was in style back then. Men wore hats in the 19th and 20th centuries and the styles would change (and I don’t mean baseball caps!) . It was stylish to wear a hat and it was part of a man’s wardrobe. It all ended in 1960 when President Kennedy would not wear a hat in public daily and the younger generation followed suit. The hat makers of the world never forgave Kennedy!

College Notes

Arooj Fiaz of Garden City was named to the Dean’s List of Pace University’s Lubin School of Business. Arooj Fiaz has earned FIRST honors for the Spring 2021 semester. Arooj Fiaz is an international transferred sophomore majoring in accounting.

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Purchase College announced that more than 1,400 students were named to the Dean’s List for the spring semester. Students who have earned this academic honor have maintained a grade-point average of 3.5 or higher and taken a minimum of 12 credits. Garden City students include Sam White and Andre Gavrin

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More than 1,100 students received degrees from New York Institute of Technology as spring graduates of the Class of 2021. Garden City degree recipients include:

Timmy Cassese, who completed the BARCH Architecture program.

Stephen Cosola, who completed the BS Engineering Management program.

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The University of Rhode Island celebrated more than 4,000 of its newest alumni during the University’s 135th Commencement. The following Garden City students were among the graduates:

Kaitlin Neville received a Bachelor of Science in industrial and systems engineering, cum laude.

Gabriella Nicole Rogers received a Bachelor of Science in kinesiology, cum laude.

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For the first time in more than a year, Hofstra University biology students gathered in person—albeit socially distant—to celebrate the induction of 24 students into Alpha Lamba, Hofstra’s chapter of Beta Beta Beta (TriBeta), the Biology Honor Society. Among the inductees was Demetra Menoudakos of Garden City.

Menoudakos is majoring in pre-medical studies at Hofstra.

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Union College, located in Schenectady, NY, recently honored the following Garden City students who achieved at least a 3.5 grade point average:

Lukas Baker, a member of the Class of 2022 majoring in physics and chemistry.

Emily Olenik, a member of the Class

of 2023 majoring in psychology. Ian Plummer, a member of the Class of 2022 majoring in geosciences.

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Purchase College announced that more than 1,400 students were named to the Dean’s List for the spring semester. Students who have earned this academic honor have maintained a grade-point average of 3.5 or higher and taken a minimum of 12 credits. Garden City students who were so honored included Sam White and Andre Gavrin.

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More than 1,900 Hofstra University students earned their undergraduate, graduate, or law degrees in May 2021. The following Garden City students graduated:

Quwella Brown - Juris Doctor in Law

Brendan Carman - Juris Doctor in Law

Christa Ciuffo - Master of Science in Nursing (AGACNP)

Samantha Dragotto - Juris Doctor in Law

Tina Fodera - Juris Doctor in Law

Meaghan Gallagher - Master of Business Administration in Health Services Management and Business Analytics

Jaclyn Gordon - Advanced Certificate in School-Community Psychology

Brian Goulard - Master of Science in Accounting

Edward Joyce - Advanced Certificate in Educ Ldrshp:Schl Dist Bus Ldr

Michael LeMonda - Bachelor of Science in Economics (Business)

John Manning - Master of Business Administration in Management

Catherine Marotta - Juris Doctor in Law

Marielle McCartin - Master of Science in Education in Early Childhood and Childhood Education

Demetra Menoudakos - Bachelor of Science in Pre-Medical Studies

Brian Pearn - Juris Doctor in Law

Renee Power - Advanced Certificate in Secondary Education and Advanced Certificate in Work Based Learning Extension

Brett Savio - Master of Science in Education in Business Education

Joseph Scianablo - Juris Doctor in Law

Shao Jun Shi - Master of Business Administration in Strategic Business Management

Andrea Torto - Juris Doctor in Law

DISCOVER THE FINEST IN SENIOR LIVING

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House Sunday, Aug. 22nd 1-3pm

Newly renovated Colonial that boasts 4 bedrooms on the second floor! This bright and sunny house offers a living room that is open to the dining room. Updated eat-in kitchen with quartzite counter tops, Family room with wood burning fireplace and powder room. The second floor offers a large primary suite with walk-in closet and new bath. 3 additional bedrooms and new hall bath complete this level. 1 car attached garage with new door and access to the house, updated windows, new front door and young roof.

This one won’t last!

Offered at $775,000

View From The Top!

This beautiful penthouse occupies a top floor position and is situated just steps away from shops and restaurants. The grand entrance leads you to the western facing living room and dining room with beautiful views of the sunset. The kitchen is nicely appointed and offers luxury appliances. Pocket doors separate the living room from the study/office that could also serve as a bedroom. Relax and unwind in the inviting sunroom that leads to a 977 square foot terrace. The terrace offers outdoor entertaining space and a large storage shed. The 2nd level includes an expansive primary suite with an abundance of closet space. The primary bath boasts a jacuzzi tub and walk in shower. 2 additional bedrooms with en suite baths and a laundry room round out the second level. Amenities in this luxury building include, full time doorman, valet parking, club house, media room, indoor heated swimming pool, fully equipped gym, BBQ area, beautifully

n Plumbing repairs

n Drain cleaning

n Heat repairs

n Installation of appliances

n Installation of toilets & sinks

n Water filtration systems

Fuel leak

On August 11th Garden City Police and firefighters corrected a hazard ous condition on Old Country Road where a vehicle was leaking fuel.

Reckless driving

On August 11th a motorist on Stewart Avenue at Kensington Road was charged with reckless driv ing, excessive speed, and unau thorized exhaust system.

Loose cargo

A truck driver was charged with failure to cover loose cargo on Cathedral Avenue on August 11th.

Identity theft

The Garden City Police Department is investigating a report of someone attempting, without success, to use a resident’s identity to make a purchase exceeding $9,600.

Unsecured fuel

On August 12th a truck driver on Washington Avenue was charged with transporting fuel containers that were unsecured and open.

Stuck elevator

On August 12th GCPD and GCFD responded to a stuck elevator at the Wyndham Condos. Upon investigation, there were no persons in the elevator. It was determined PSEG was working in the area regarding a power outage.

Vehicle damaged

On August 13th the window to a vehicle parked in Field 12 was found damaged.

Suspended license

A truck driver on Clinton Road was charged with driving with a suspended license and equipment violations on August 13th.

Aggressive driving

On August 14th a vehicle was stopped for aggressive driving violations on Old Country Road resulting in the arrest of a 31-year-old male for DWI, speeding, and unsafe lane usage.

Malfunctioning gates

On August 14th Garden City Police responded to the Nassau Boulevard railroad crossing for a report of malfunctioning gates.

Smoke, no fire

GCFD and GCPD responded to a Ring Road Building for a fire

alarm on August 14th. Upon investigation, the alarm was apparently activated by an unknown person vaping in the area.

Broken sprinkler Firefighters and Officers responded to the Adelphi Sports Complex for a fire alarm on August 14th and upon investigation, determined the activation was due to a broken sprinkler line.

Suspended license

On August 14th a motorist on Rockaway Avenue was charged with driving with a suspended license, unsafe turn, and improper plates.

DWI arrest

On August 15th, upon investigation of a motorist committing aggressive driving violations on Clinton Road at Chestnut Street, a 31-year-old male was arrested for DWI, excessive speed, and unsafe lane usage.

Egged on

A motorist told Garden City Police that occupants of a vehicle on Cathedral Avenue threw eggs at his vehicle on August 15th. There was no reported damage.

Suspended license

A motorist on Washington Avenue was charged with driving with a suspended license and passing a red traffic light on August 15.

Field damaged

On August 16th Garden City Police responded to the Garden City High School for a report of youths setting off fireworks. Police say the fireworks damaged the synthetic turf field. The investigation is ongoing.

Bad brakes

A truck driver on Franklin Avenue was charged with driving with a suspended license and defective brakes on August 16th.

Unlicensed operation

On August 16th a motorist on Rockaway Avenue was charged with unlicensed operation and excessive speed.

Car checker

On August 17th video surveillance depicted a subject in a Brixton Road driveway checking car door handles. There was no loss reported.

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Nassau Blvd

Railroad Station Lot

Reconstruction Road Work Ahead (RWA) began reconstructing the Nassau Boulevard railroad parking lot south of the tracks this week. The parking lot will be closed for the duration of construction. This schedule is subject to change and is weather permitting.

Seventh Street Cleanup

On Friday nights at the promenade, Department of Public Works (DPW) Sanitation monitors the garbage pails throughout the evening and empties them a final time at the end of the evening. Since people tend to stay after the festivities have ended, DPW brings men in early on Saturday mornings to clean the sidewalks, empty garbage receptacles and also bring a street sweeper through. Parks Department crews will assist DPW moving forward. This effort takes care of the garbage that accumulates on the streets and sidewalks after the Friday night activities “officially” end. On Saturday evenings during the outdoor dining program, DPW Sanitation has men on the ground maintaining the garbage receptacles throughout the evening as well. The cleanliness of Seventh Street this past weekend was well received as the Village received many positive comments from residents.

Traffic Control Measures

Traffic enforcement officers enforce speed and aggressive driving violations at various locations in the Village. The Department’s speed awareness trailer is placed at various locations throughout the Village to educate the public on their actual speed as compared to the Village speed limit. There are also several stationary speed indicator signs in place at various locations and six more have been ordered. Further, a decoy vehicle is being placed at various high traffic areas on a daily basis. The Department recently participated in the National Speed Awareness Week enforcement event, issuing 232 total traffic tickets. To coincide with the opening of schools, the Department will be utilizing extra grant funded enforcement details in the vicinity of Village schools beginning September 1.

False Unemployment Claims

The Garden City Police Department received 113 reports of false unemployment claims between January 1, 2021 and August 10, 2021. Last year, the Department received a total of 26 reports.

The frequency of reports appears to be declining, according to Commissioner Kenneth Jackson, noting that 110 reports were filed between January and May, with only three reports filed in June and July 2021.

Imposters are filing claims for unemployment benefits, using the names and personal information of people who have not filed claims. It has been determined that some scammers are using information from old data breaches of private or government agencies. If you get benefits you never applied for, report it to your state unemployment agency and ask for instructions. Do not respond to any calls, emails or text messages telling you to wire money, send cash or put money on gift cards. Government agencies will never tell you to repay money that way. Anyone who tells you to do those things is a scammer. The Garden City Police Department’s Detective Division continues to work with the United States Secret Service in the investigation of fraudulent unemployment applications.

2021-22 Road Resurfacing List

EAST:

Poplar Street (Washington Avenue to Clinton Road)

Pell Terrace (Clinton Road to Seabury Road)

Raymond Court (Stewart Avenue to Dead End)

Commercial Avenue (Clinton Road to Village Line)

CENTRAL:

Street off of Rockaway Avenue (Rockaway Avenue to Dead End)

Barnes Lane (Hilton Avenue to Atlantic Avenue)

ESTATES:

Roxbury Road (North Avenue to Main Avenue)

Lee Road (Stewart Avenue to Newmarket Road)

Westminster Road (North Avenue to Stewart Avenue)

WEST:

Salisbury Avenue (New Hyde

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THE OFFICE CAT

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Wrong place to be

A truck driver on Edgemere Road on August 17th was charged with driving in a no commercial vehicle zone and unsecured fuel containers.

Lockdown alarm

On August 17th the Garden City Police Department responded to Locust School for a lockdown alarm activation. Police say that upon investigation, all appeared to be in order; the alarm was apparently activated in error.

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Park Road to Village Line)

Roosevelt Street (Amherst Street to Plaza Road)

SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENTS: Clinton Road (Pell Terrace to Kingsbury Road)

Board of Trustees Meeting

Please be advised that due to the lack of air conditioning at Village Hall, the Thursday, August 19th Board Meeting (7:30 p.m.) has been moved to the Senior Center on Golf Club Lane. This meeting will also be held via Zoom. The link will be on the website on Wednesday,

August 18th.

Water Conservation

The Garden City Water Department would like to remind its customers that during summer months, the volume of water used throughout the Village increases significantly. Lawn sprinkling is permitted only from April 16 to November 30 during the hours of 5:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. Properties with odd numbered addresses are permitted to use their sprinklers on odd numbered days and even numbered or those without a numerical address on even numbered days.

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The Afghanistan Debacle

BY BOB MORGAN, JR.

Most of us have not thought much about Afghanistan in recent years, but that came to a sudden halt in recent days. Following President Joe Biden’s announcement of a rapid United States pullout from the country, Taliban fighters overwhelmed provincial capitals and then quickly took control of the Afghan capital,  Kabul.  There were scenes at the Kabul airport sadly reminiscent of the last days of Saigon in 1975, as desperate Afghans clung to the side of a military plane taking off.  Meanwhile the streets of Kabul were emptied of women on Monday, the first full day of Taliban rule,  a day described by the Wall Street Journal as “checkpoints, beatings, fear”.

Asked a few weeks ago, just after announcing his withdrawal, whether a takeover by Taliban was inevitable. Mr. Biden explained that it was not because “the Afghan troops have 300,000 well-equipped — as wellequipped as any army in the world — and an air force against something like 75,000 Taliban. Mr. Biden added, “Do I trust the Taliban? No. But I trust the capacity of the Afghan military, who is better trained, better equipped, and more re- — more competent in terms of conducting war.”

It is certainly possible to argue, as President Biden has, that the United States needed to pull out from Afghanistan, where we have stationed troops since the aftermath of the September 11, 2001 attack.  It is plausible that the United States should not be involved in nation building, particularly in countries with no traditions of democratic government,  and that our military cannot be involved in endless foreign wars.  Indeed, this was a position largely espoused by former President Donald Trump.

On the other hand, the situation in Afghanistan inherited by President Biden from his predecessor was not out of control.  A few thousand United States troops provided support to the Afghan military, with very few U.S. casualties and the government maintained control of most major population centers.  While there was a cease fire in place with Taliban since 2020, there was no reason that Mr. Biden had to honor its terms.

No matter how you analyze this, and whatever your overall view is of the global role of the United States, and even if you agree with President Biden’s overall decision to withdraw from Afghanistan, this operation was horribly botched.  As Mitt Romney pointed out, the choice in Afghanistan was not between a hasty and ill-prepared retreat or staying forever.

Mr. Biden clearly did not understand the situation on the ground.

This week, however, Mr. Biden blamed the Afghan military, after having been denied the American air support it was accustomed to receiving,  for lacking the will to fight.. Mr. Biden acknowledged that the Afghanistan collapse “did unfold more quickly than we had anticipated. “  There’s an understatement. What needs to be done going forward?  There is understandably no stomach in the United States for militarily ousting the Taliban, so you have to assume that the militants will be in power for the foreseeable future. At best, it is possible that negotiations or diplomacy might result in a slightly less harsh regime.   Belatedly the United States needs to do the right thing in evacuating effectively and offering refuge to those Afghani citizens who risked their lives in helping the United States.

Nevertheless, ,the events in Afghanistan this week will likely have long term negative repercussions.  Certainly the overall defeat in Afghanistan, particularly in light of the war’s precipitous end, is unhelpful to the overall war on terror. The defeat arguably shows our highly motivated adversaries that we can be waited out. Armies and individuals that support the United States may have lost the belief that we will always have their back. Incompetently executing a withdrawal plan, even one that has some justification, shows that the United States military is  not invincible.  Some veterans of the Afghanistan war, and their families, will likely believe their sacrifice was in vain.  Let us hope we can do much better.    .

Garden City Community Church youth mission trip accomplished

BY MELVA VICTORINO

COVID-19 might have put our lives on pause, but it didn’t stop the Garden City Community Church (GCCC) from continuing to do one of the things we do best: Youth Ministry!  2020 was a test run to rise up to the occasion, and surmounted all the challenges that the pandemic threw our way.  This was what the GCCC youth did in 2020.  They temporarily stopped, and planned a new strategy to accomplish their mission.  All year round, the youth raised money to fund their 2021 mission trip with a car wash, Christmas tree sale and many more creative ways. With strong determination, they set their goals and destination, and accomplished their mission.

In their blazing yellow t-shirts, the twenty-two youth and 7 leaders headed to Boston early morning on August 1st  for a week long mission to work on refurbishing a building to make it a Boys and Girls Teen Center, and other projects.  Susie and Jesse Henriquez, Laura Baymack, Roger Eng, Eric Gisolfi and Spenser Singer were the adult leaders.  Amber Henriquez, who started as a youth participant, is now a youth leader and has a recorded 9 mission trips

under her cap.  Amber also served as the social media leader and documented the mission trip with pictures posted in the GCCC Instagram.

Their week challenged them with surprises such as digging the ground for two days and encountering rocks and more rocks.  But instead of giving up, they worked around them, determined to tunnel through and just dug them out of their way.  They finished a gazebo, did some landscaping,  painting, built a bookcase, finished the café-torium flooring and started another flooring project, finished the snack shack project, built a beautiful pathway, and built some stairs at the main Boys & Girls Club of America. While they were cleaning up and doing some landscaping, the person who lives in the home they were working on, expressed his gratitude with an acknowledgement, “You are the change that the world needs.”

The youth started  their day with individual journaling and reflections and ended their day with group worship services.  When asked where they saw God during their mission trip, each one had a personal response from the multicolor hues of the sunset, the faces

of the elderly who showed appreciation of their ministry, the teamwork they shared, the celebration of a 16th birthday with a ceremony to officially use power tools, building something for others, and seeing God as they worked together and were grateful of the opportunity to serve.  To express their gratefulness,  they praised God with “YAY, GOD!”  dance-move.

This is how God touches GCCC!  We invite you to experience and see what

God is doing in our church.  Join us and share the good news that GCCC restrictions will no longer limit attendance during the summer.  The GCCC Council of Trustees (COT), together with the members of the ministry team and church office are monitoring the Center for Disease Control (CDC), and school guidelines as they evolve for the Fall school year, and depending upon the circulation of the Corona virus, variants and other factors, GCCC will

2021 youth on their way to the Boston mission trip.

GCCC mission trip participants striking a pose together.

YAY, GOD! The GCCC youth’s way of praising God.

The stairs were almost done.

Garden City Community Church

youth mission trip accomplished

implement safety protocols accordingly.  Visit our website at www.thegccc.org to follow our weekly policies and the for in-depth guidelines in the congregational letter from Robin Laisure, COT chair. Come and join us this week and every week to participate in the life of our church. We have services, events and programs for all ages.  We have many ways you can participate in our church life, virtually or in-person activities. We have re-opened our in-person Sunday Worship Services. Following  COVID-19 we only rearranged our way of reaching out.  GCCC is the church that, is “Faithfully reaching out, and inclusively drawing in.”  It is still the place where all are welcome no matter who you are, and where you are in your life’s journey.  We bring the church to

the people, and the people to the church. For information about attending one of our Sunday services,  please contact the church office at churchoffice@ thegccc.org.  To get information regarding other 2021 virtual and in-person worship services and programs, visit our website www.theGCCC.org.  The Garden City Community Church is part of the United Church of Christ and is an Open and Affirming congregation that welcomes people of all ages, races, gender identities, and sexual orientations to participate in the life of our community.  Garden City Community Church is located at 245 Stewart Avenue between Whitehall Blvd. and Kensington Road. For more information, email  churchoffice@thegccc.org or call (516) 746-1700.

Happy 100th Birthday!

Hempstead Town Clerk Kate Murray (right) congratulated Marie Gula of Garden City on the occasion of her 100th birthday. The celebration took place on August 3 at the Bristol in Garden City.

National Junior Honor Society inducts new members

On June 16, Garden City Middle School welcomed its newest National Junior Honor Society members during the 62nd annual induction ceremony.

Advisers Stacey DeCillis and Erica Messier described the organization’s five pillars of scholarship, service, character, leadership and citizenship, and Superintendent of Schools Dr. Kusum Sinha and Interim Principal Dr. Eric Nezowitz addressed the students and guests. The inductees took the National Junior Honor Society Pledge and promised to uphold its principles and demonstrate positive qualities.

Devlin Abbate

Ava Barone

Isabella Bucciarelli

Charles Cacciabaudo

Luciana Caldara

Emma Carey

Luciana Ciccone

Jack Cicione

Juliana Clyne

Nicholas Clyne

Clare Doherty

Daniela Fabrizi

Eva Famularo

Elena Frangioni

Kyle Finnell

Sophie Goldstein

Abigail Jesberger

Ryan Kenny

Leo Licari

Ava Lutz

Eva Mangal

Julia Melendez

Madeline Mitchell

Finn O’Rourke

Brynn Reilly

Logan Rust

Sofia Sanita

Henry Schnell

Owen Wuchte

Sophie Alloca

Olivia Allsbrook

Josephine Au

Anais Bardizbanian

James Barry

Alessandra Bonomi

Jake Brown

Madeline Brown

Roman Brunetti

Andrew Byrnes

James Capece

Joseph Carey

Kayla Cherney

Ashley Clark

Briana Ciccone

Valentina Clavijo

Ashley Conefry

Henry Conlon

Sean Conway

Jack Costa

John Crouchley

Micaela Cuccia

Daniel Curley

George Curth

Isabella Davi

Molly DeAlbuquerque

James DeBusschere

James Delligatti

Christophe DeRechter

Alexandra DiBlasi

Kara Doherty

Ryan Donohue

Daniel Egan

Patrick Egan

Emily Fang

Michael Ferrari

Conor Fortney

Matthew Franklin

Tessa Frascogna

Jackson Friedman

Isabella Fuertes

Elizabeth Gaffney

Cailin Gately

Michael Genovese

Emma Glick

Grace Golden

Alexandra Gregory

Ryan Haniffy

Liam Harty

Ciara Hegarty

Gracyn Henry

John Henson

Catherine Horn

Allyson Hsieh

Laura Kahn

Lauren Kaiserman

Christian Karavousanos

John Klein

Aidan Klocek

Ava Koszalka

Alexis LaBella

Hannah Lam

Madison LaRosa

Everett Lehnert

Kyra Lekanides

William Lentini

Ella Leonardo

Sophie Lippens

Sarah Liu

Evelyn Lloyd

James Logler

Bridget Macchio

Dominick Mack

Julia Makrinos

Alexa Marshall

James Martin

William Mattice

Shea McGovern

Parker Mohsenian

Michaela Molgano

Mackenzie Molloy

Logan Mullally

Jack Murphy

Anna Nappi

Katherine O’Hanlon

Kennedy Palmer

Isabella Parlanti

Marissa Patrissi

Sarah Phinney

Alessandra Pinto

Sarah Pogozelski

Caroline Preston

Deanna Prisco

Daly Prybylski

Molly Pryor

Emily Pulver

Riley Quinn

William Raia

Jennifer Roller

Julia Ross

Josiah Sanasie

Kristen Scarantino

Katie Schneider

Sara Shamail

Dylan Stampfel

Catalina Suau

James Sullivan

Julia Sullivan

Abigail Tedesco

Garvis Toler

Gabriella Tromba

Sarah Tusiani-Eng

Dylan Volpe

Kieran Walsh

Ashley Wang

Austin Wang

Abigail Wheeler

Maximus Wood

Claire Wu

Jayden Yu

Maria Zimmerman

Town offers emergency rental assistance

The Town of Hempstead and the  Long Island Housing Partnership, Inc. (LIHP), are reminding residents they still have an opportunity to apply for the Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP), as the second round is set to begin on August 17. ERAP is a program directed to tenants and landlords who are facing housing insecurity because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Town of Hempstead and LIHP officials announced that the application phase will run from August 17 through September 28, and that they will work together to ensure all residents facing housing uncertainty have an opportunity to apply for this funding.

“This is one of various initiatives that have been possible thanks to the advocacy of Senator Schumer in securing the extension of last year’s funding,”

said Town of Hempstead Supervisor Donald Clavin. “The COVID-19 pandemic continues to present unprecedented challenges to families in our community, and using these funds to help alleviate concerns with housing insecurity is one of our top priorities. We implore any Town of Hempstead resident facing challenges in keeping a roof over their heads as a result of the pandemic to apply as soon as possible to ensure they can take advantage of this assistance.”

The program can assist with current and prospective rent, arrears for utilities and home energy costs, and other expenses related to housing such as rental security deposits to ensure housing stability. Assistance under this program, can be provided for up to 18 months of payments, subject to program restrictions and will cover arrears and

costs accrued on or after March 13, 2020. There is no cap on the amount, and amounts may include the full amount of both rental and utility payments.

Town residents interested in the program who meet the criteria outlined below, are asked to fill out a short intake form at www.lihp.org/herapintake.html

This assistance program will work solely on a first-come, first-served basis; however, priority will be given to applicants that have a household member who has been unemployed for more than 90 days prior to the submission of the Intake Form; or have household incomes at or below 50 percent of the area median income as established by HUD.

The Town of Hempstead and the Long Island Housing Partnership are

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committed that anyone in need, who qualifies, has the ability to apply” said Peter Elkowitz, president and CEO of LIHP.

Should residents need help filling out the intake form online, there will be resources available to assist. This includes other satellite locations in the Town of Hempstead, such as the Family and Children’s Association (FCA), where representatives are available to assist residents on the intake form process. Interested residents can also call the LIHP’s established Call Center at (844) 260-7536. Furthermore, there are informational videos for both tenants and landlords on the LIHP website www.lihp.org also in different languages to help respond to any questions should these arise.

August 20, 2021

Mill Falls Emerges as Destination Resort on New Hampshire’s Famed Lake Winnipesaukee

BY KAREN RUBIN

Lake Winnipesaukee, “The Smile of the Great Spirit,” gets its name from a charming and romantic legend of the Abenaki Native American tribe who lived in this New Hampshire Lakes region for 11,000 years. The tranquil setting here indeed, immediately brings smiles to generations of visitors.

And Mill Falls at the Lake, in Meredith, proves a fabulous base for immersing yourself in the pleasures of New Hampshire’s Lakes Region.

With a most picturesque setting on Lake Winnipesaukee, Mill Falls is a most unusual sort of lakeside resort complex, with four distinct inns –Bay Point and Church Landing on the water, connected by a lakefront boardwalk, and The Inn at Mill Falls and Chase House across a busy boulevard. Mill Falls also offers a fullservice Cascade Spa, EKAL Activity Center, five restaurants, 12 shops in a four-story Marketplace housed in the historic mill with a 40-foot waterfall, and a vibrant Main Street community to complete the experience.

Mill Falls’ name pays homage to its heritage - the story told in historic photographs that grace the walls. Meredith started as a mill town powered by the flow of water.

In 1983 Meredith Bay Corporation bought the mill property, raising most of the buildings, but reconstructing the historic old mill into a four-floor “Marketplace” shopping experience and the 54 room Inn with swimming pool and incorporating the waterfall.

The opening of the Inn at Mill Falls

and the Mill Falls Marketplace was the end of the industrial chapter for Meredith, but the beginning of a new era for the town.

In 1993, the company acquired an office building on the lake, which was reconstructed into the Inn at Bay Point. In 2003, the company acquired a vacated church and its waterfront property, turning it into Church Landing, in the style of the great shingled camps of the 1880s, built a boardwalk to create a three-quarter mile public walkway along the lake, and opened a full-service spa.

Yet another incarnation has taken place with the acquisition of Mill Falls at the Lake in 2019 by Procaccianti Companies, a New England-based, second generation privately-held real estate investment and hospitality services organization. The property is managed by its hospitality management affiliate, TPG Hotels & Resorts.

The new owners acquired the activities center, EKAL (lake spelled backwards), so has control and access to the rental bikes, kayaks, paddleboards, aquacycles, canoes that are now incorporated into a new daily schedule of programs, including both free activities as well as fee-based ones.

The new General Manager Nick Squire and new activities director, Sharon Wells, are turning this lakeside gem into a full-fledged destination resort, and even a wellness retreat.

“Everything I do is sharing wellness,” the aptly named Sharon Wells (her motto, ‘Sharing wellness”) tells me during the ice cream social she is hosting on the Boathouse patio on a Saturday afternoon.

She organizes a schedule of daily activities that are provided at no extra charge to guests – like pilates, yoga, cardio kick boxing, or medita-

tion on the boathouse lawn; paddleboard yoga, a fun ice cream social on the boathouse patio, jump rope, water balloon toss on the boathouse lawn, Art at the Lake (paint in plein air), a campfire or a fire spinning demonstration.

A score of activities are available to guests at extra fee – guided hikes, guided bike rides, guided kayaking trips, a sunset cruise on the Mill Falls’ pontoon boat (also available for charter) and in winter, skiing at nearby Gunstock Mountain – that take in the spectacular nearby preserves, mountains and lakes.

Sharon is developing weekend programs organized around wellness, hiking, leaf-peeping and the like, and plans to add Winter Wonderland activities, ice skating for when the lake freezes, snow shoeing, micro-spiking, Nordic skiing, winter hiking (check the website for dates). A group can request customized programs.

After leaving the ice cream social, following Sharon’s suggested route, I take my bike for a 10-mile ride following the lakeshore to get a taste of these neighborhoods.

The setting is incomparable: crystal clear waters of the spring-fed Lake Winnipesaukee at the foothills of the White Mountains, surrounded by three mountain ranges and a the wooded shoreline.

Lake Winnipesaukee is the largest lake in New Hampshire–25 miles long, 15 miles wide at its widest point, it has 72 square miles of surface, 182 miles to circumvent the lake, and contains some 244 islands.

It’s a haven for boaters – and if you don’t have your own, there are many

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GOING PLACES, NEAR & FAR....

Mill Falls Emerges as Destination Resort

places to rent any manner of boat or watercraft. There are ports all around the lake where you can just tie up and go ashore to enjoy restaurants, go to shops, buy ice cream.

Mount Washington Cruises, a New Hampshire tradition since 1872, offers scenic and sunset dinner dance cruises on the 230-ft. M/S Mount Washington and two smaller vessels, the US mail boat, Sophie C., and  M/V Doris E.

It is a special experience to cruise along on the M/V Sophie C – the oldest and one of only two floating United States Postal Service post offices still operating – as it makes its deliveries to eight of the lake’s islands.

There are any number of places nearby for hiking, biking, mountain biking: Belknap Mountain, Mt. Major, Chamberlain-Reynolds Memorial Forest, West Rattlesnake Mountain, Red Hill, Gunstock Recreation Area, Abenaki Tower, Cotton Valley Trail and Russell C. Chase Bridge Falls Path.

BY MARY HUNT

Whether your goal is to purge your home of stuff you no longer need, or you want to raise some cash -- or both -- you have options.

You can sell your items on an auction website like eBay.com, list them in the classified in a local newspaper or on craigslist.org. You can unload unwanted clutter on social platforms like Nextdoor and Facebook Marketplace. But some things never change. There’s just nothing like a well-organized, killer garage sale to turn your castoffs into cold, hard cash. Depending on where you live, you may call it a “yard sale,” “garage sale” or “tag sale,” but all of its monikers mean the same: We’re ready to negotiate because everything must go!

PLAN AHEAD

Give yourself more than a few weeks to get ready. Check local laws regarding signage, restrictions and a requirement, if any, to get a permit. Make sure you consider what else is happening on the weekend you have in mind. You don’t want to go up against major competing events, such as your town’s high school graduation or the opening date of the fair. You do want to time your sale to coincide with complementary events, such as arts festivals that bring lots of foot traffic to your neighborhood or seasonal “yard sale days” sanctioned by your local community.

CLEAN UP

Assume that nobody wants to buy dirty, dusty or broken items. That means

Wakefield, which prides itself on being a bicycle-friendly community, offers six loops ranging from 11 to 52 miles long.

(More information from the New Hampshire Lakes Region Tourism Association 603-286-8008, lakesregion.org.)

Gunstock Mountain offers hiking trails, treetop adventures, mountaintop yoga classes, and electric biking; ski lifts, which in winter, access 217 acres of skiable mountains, are open year-round.

Hermit Woods Winery offers wine tastings and tours (Food & Wine Magazine included it in its 2017 “500 Best Wineries in America”).

The Waukewan Golf Club course, designed by Dr. Melvyn Hale, who opened the 18-hole course in 1958, is a few minutes away from Mill Falls.

Funspot, founded in 1952 by Bob Lawton (it was named the largest arcade in the world by the  Guinness Book of World Records in 2008) offers 600 games including 300 classic arcade games, a 20-lane ten-pin and candlepin bowling center, indoor mini-golf, restaurant and tavern.

The timeless all-seasons resort on Lake Winnipesaukee, Mill Falls offers 171 rooms across the four inns, each with its own special ambiance – Church Landing, Bay Point, Chase House, and The Inn at Mill Falls – with all the elements for a family gatherings, destination wedding, corporate event or wellness retreat.

Church Landing (which includes the Boathouse where I stay) is a luxurious lakefront lodge with an Adirondack rustic elegance, offering 70 rooms and is the best choice for a family or resort stay. It has two indoor/outdoor pools, the full-service Cascade Spa and Salon, stunning grounds and landscaping that just invite you to sit with a book or just gaze out to the lake, a small beach from which you can swim to a dock.

There are delightful restaurants in each of the lodging buildings – Camp, Lago, Lakehouse Grill, Waterfall Café, Giuseppe’s Pizzeria and Ristorante - are run by The Common Man company. There is also the Town Docks restaurant – a bustling place each evening, with

outdoor lakefront seating.

Mill Falls is very much a four-seasons resort – I see how marvelous it is in summer, I can only imagine how magnificent fall foliage is here, when the colors turn to crimson and gold, then winter white with the lake frozen enough to skate, and then, the pastel colors of spring’s renewal.

Mill Falls at the Lake, 312 Daniel Webster Highway, Meredith, NH 03253, 800-622-6455, 844-745-2931, info@millfalls. com, www.millfalls.com.

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How to Have a Successful Garage Sale

everything you are selling needs to be cleaned prior to the sale. Don’t go overboard; just make sure everything in your sale is as attractive as possible.

GET ORGANIZED

It pays to put your stuff in order. Designate your sale area. If there are items in close proximity that are not for sale, cover or clearly mark them “not for sale.” Take the time to repair and clean your sale items, and your sale area, too. Dirt, grime, chaos and clutter will repel shoppers. A nicely-ordered space will draw people who are ready, willing and able to buy.

PRICING

The majority of people who pass through your sale are merely looking for something they can use, without having to pay full price for it. The goal is to get rid of your stuff while simultaneously recouping some of the money you spent to buy it in the first place. Research the price of similar items on eBay or Craigslist.

ADVERTISE

At the very least, put a sign at the end of your street. If you really want to attract motivated buyers, get serious about the advertising. Consider an ad in a local newspaper. Join NextDoor, where you can interact with neighbors and get the word out about your sale. You can advertise your garage sale for free on dozens of reputable websites, such as GarageSaleFinder.com. Put some time and effort into this because you want your ad to stand out.

SETTING UP

Make your layout deliberate. Group

things in sections. For example, put all kitchen items together in one area, and toys and games in another. Make sure all of your clothes are hung. Rig up makeshift hanging clothes racks with two ladders or hooks from the ceiling. Do not pile clothes on a table or in boxes.

POINT OF PURCHASE

This is the checkout area where you will collect money. This is a great place to sell cookies, coffee, sticky buns and bottles of water. If you have lots of small random items like small toys, jewelry and other items that don’t go with anything else, divvy them up into small lunch bags, tape them closed and mark as “grab bags!” Add a reasonable price and place them right at the checkout. Sit back and watch them fly off the table.

GET SET TO ACCEPT PAYMENTS

While mobile payment technology like Venmo and Cash App is often expected these days, some garage sale buyers still prefer good old cash! That means you’ll need plenty of change in your cash box to break $20 and $50 bills early in the day. Visit the bank a few days before your sale and pick up at least $100 in change. While at the bank, pick up a reusable cash envelope (or repurpose an envelope from your house) to ferry cash to a secure location inside the house. You don’t want random people eyeing the hundreds in cash you’re likely to have on hand at the end of a busy sale.

GET HELP

If you want to knock your sale out of the park, get some expert help. If you want to learn from the best, and send

your profits through the roof, read “The Garage Sale How-To Guide: Everything You Need To Know To Hold A Successful Garage Sale” by Cindy Sabulis. This guide is absolutely worth its weight in gold!

Mary invites you to visit her at EverydayCheapskate.com, where this column is archived complete with links and resources for all recommended products and services. Mary invites questions and comments at https://www.everydaycheapskate.com/contact/, “Ask Mary.” Tips can be submitted at tips.everydaycheapskate. com/. This column will answer questions of general interest, but letters cannot be answered individually. Mary Hunt is the founder of EverydayCheapskate.com, a frugal living blog, and the author of the book “Debt-Proof Living.”

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Crossword Answers

BY ROB ALVEY

I admit that my brain no longer functions as quickly or sharply now that I’m retired in Florida. I miss the hectic and active life I had in New York when I was fully employed in 2 separate places as a skilled geologist for the U.S. Environmental Agency and also had an equally demanding career as a college professor. Now that I’m fully retired, my primary responsibilities are to throw out the garbage, check for the daily mail, and food shopping. Food shopping was one of my primary responsibilities back in New York and I’ve got some calluses on my hands to show I’m a veteran at it. Instead of King Kullen, Pathmark, or the old A&P supermarkets I shopped at in New York, the main supermarkets near our Fort Lauderdale condominium are Publix and Winn Dixie. I grab a cart, get out my shopping list and proceed up and down the aisles of cans, bottles, fruit, meat, dairy products, and paper goods looking for items on display that match those on my list. Sometimes, I get inspired and buy something new or sweet. Regardless, I’m used to checking the prices and looking for sales. It is always frustrating when I notice prices have gone up. If the increase is too much, I’ll decline to buy that item, and search for an alternate.

I went food shopping again this week. I started checking the prices for selected items, but I noticed something seemed wrong in the breakfast cereal aisle. There was a long, full aisle of shelving at the local Publix, and I’ve been witnessing a near world war for coveted “shelf space” waged by cereal manufacturers. I simply wanted to buy a box of either plain, regular, ordinary Cheerios or Rice Krispies. This seemed logical to my slowly clouding Floridian mind. I regularly eat a bowl of cereal for breakfast and there are some varieties I like. I don’t need the cereal to be fully coated with sugar, cinnamon, or honey to be convinced to eat that particular cereal (Kellog’s Frosted Flakes are a minor exception). I can add a teaspoon of sugar (or whatever amount I’m inclined to add) to the bowl, and usually after I add my routine banana slices. To prevent getting bored with the taste of a cereal, I try to have three different types in my pantry. Three varieties are sufficient, and I have shelf space to store that amount without

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displacing the space formally allocated for oatmeal or crackers. If I want to indulge in a sweeter breakfast, I can always have some waffles.

The Publix cereal shelf offerings did not look familiar anymore. I was surprised to see the entire top shelf was stacked high with huge boxes of a near infinite variety. The boxes were each labeled in huge letters advertising the new FAMILY size. They each appeared to be almost 4-feet tall, and I was concerned if I’d kill myself if I dared try to lift any of them off the shelf. The varieties mostly seemed familiar; however, I began to wonder how much actual cereal composed the new FAMILY size. Was it 12 pounds? Was it 100 ounces? What was the definition of “new family”? Would I get arrested if I bought the new FAMILY size even though I was currently part of a mere 2-person family household? I gave up and looked down to the next shelf instead.

To my horror, each of these boxes was now prominently labeled the LARGE size and the cereal boxes could barely fit standing up on the limited shelf height. The assemblage resembled a solid brick wall, and the top shelf was even buckled a bit by the tops of the cereal boxes. I was disappointed not to see any cereal box labeled REGULAR size, or why General Mills didn’t even offer a SMALL size. I began to concentrate on what appeared to be an alien invasion of many varieties of what I assumed to be Cheerios. I share what I learned but I suggest you don’t share this information with young children. Let them enjoy what remains of their innocent childhood.

There were three basic cereal box sizes of Cheerios for sale; ‘No’ size –which I consider as a size I used to refer as ‘Medium’ size, ‘Large’ size, and ‘Family’ size – which I assume might be considered ‘Extra Large’ size.

The various “No size” varieties and weights were as follows:

Variety

Cheerios

Multigrain Cheerios

This distribution of weights seemed logical with the simple, plain Cheerios box weighing a bit less than the other styles offered. I was surprised to notice the Pumpkin Spice flavored Cheerios had almost two full ounces of Pumpkin

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Spice added in each box. I don’t personally like ‘pumpkin spice’ and I’m certain I’m not alone. I was only comforted by the fact that all the boxes of Pumpkin Spice Cheerios were carefully stored in isolation separately on a shelf rack near the cereal shelves.

The various ‘Large’ size varieties and weights were as follows:

Variety Weight

Cinnamon Cheerios with Happy Heart Shapes 14.3 oz

Oat Crunch Cheerios with Almonds 18.2 oz

Apple Cinnamon Cheerios 14.2 oz

Frosted Cheerios 13.5 oz*

Honey Nut Medley Crunch Cheerios 16.7 oz*

Oat Crunch Cheerios with Honey 15.4 oz

Multigrain Cheerios with Real Strawberries 11.5 oz

Multigrain Cheerios 12.0 oz

Cheerios 12.0 oz

*I’ll explain this near the end. You try to figure it out.

This inventory revealed a much more extensive range of both box weights and varieties, and I thanked the Lord there were no ‘large’ sized boxes of Pumpkin Spice Cheerios for sale. The “large”

Cheerios size included 9 varieties with weights ranging from 12.0 ounces to a whopping 18.2 ounces. Again, I assumed the weights reflected the different densities of the added ingredients such as “real” strawberries, honey, or almonds. I was slightly discomforted in reading that the ‘large’ size plain Cheerios and Multigrain Cheerios both were listed at 12.0 ounces each, while the ‘no size’ box of Multigrain Cheerios was listed as 0.1 ounce heavier than its comparable plain Cheerios box. OK, I admit I hate math, but this didn’t add up right. I proceeded to the next comparison inspection.

The various ‘Family’ size varieties and weights were as follows:

I looked at my list wondering why there was no ‘Family’ size plain Cheerios. Looking again at the shelves I didn’t see any empty area or price sign indicating where the Family size plain Cheerios would be displayed, while wondering if

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BY TOM MARGENAU

You Misunderstood What I Wrote

I’ve been explaining Social Security rules to people for almost half a century now, and I’ve been writing this column for almost a quarter century. I think I do a pretty good job of helping people understand Social Security rules and regulations, and I do it in simple and easy-to-understand language.

So I’m always surprised when I get questions from readers who have misinterpreted something fairly straightforward from a past column. For example, I can’t tell you how many times I have written that a woman will get a benefit as a spouse on her husband’s record only if it pays a higher rate than her own retirement benefit. And then I get dozens of emails from readers who say something like: “In your recent column, you said all wives should get spousal benefits on their husband’s record.” That’s just one example. Here are some more. (And you will notice that each of my answers is going to start off with the phrase: “You misunderstood what I wrote.”)

Q: I am 66 and get my own Social Security. I get $1560 per month. My husband is about to retire and file for Social Security. He will get $2,400 monthly. In one recent column, you said that there is no marriage penalty with Social Security. But in a past column, you said that I can only get an amount equal to half my husband’s Social Security. So when my husband files for Social Security, my benefit will be cut to $1,200 per month, or half of his $2,400 rate. That sure sounds like a penalty to me!

A: You misunderstood what I wrote. I did NOT say that your benefit will be cut to an amount equal to one-half of your husband’s rate. What I said is that you either get your own Social Security retirement benefit or between one-third and one-half of your husband’s rate, whichever pays more. In your case, your own benefit is much higher than 33 to 50% of your husband’s benefit, so you just keep getting your own Social Security check.

Q: In a recent column, you said a wife can take part of her husband’s Social Security, and then at 70, switch to her own benefits. I thought that was a good idea, so I called the Social Security toll-free number to set that up, and they said I could not do that. What’s going on?

A: You misunderstood what I wrote. If you go back and re-read that column, you’ll see that I was referring to widows. A widow can take reduced benefits on one record and later switch to higher benefits on another record. For example, if she is not working, she could take about a 70% widow’s rate at age 60, and at her full retirement age, switch to 100% of her own benefit, or wait until 70 and switch to 132%. Or she might be ahead to do it the other way around. She

could take a 75% reduced retirement benefit on her own record at age 62 (the earliest you can get retirement benefits) and switch to a 100% widow’s rate at her full retirement age. Note that there is no extra bonus for delaying widow’s benefits until 70.

So again, a widow can do that. But a woman whose husband is still alive can’t do that. She must always file for her own Social Security benefit first.

Q: In a past column, you said that a woman who remarries after age 60 can still get her ex-husband’s Social Security. I waited until after I was 60 to remarry. My first husband is a retired doctor, and he gets about $3,500 per month from Social Security. That is way more than my own meager Social Security check. When I tried to get his Social Security, I was told that as long as I’m married to my second husband, I can’t get anything from my doctor first husband. So please retract what you wrote.

A: You misunderstood what I wrote. And there is nothing to retract. You made the same mistake the person as the prior questioner did. In that past column, I wrote that a widow who remarries after age 60 can continue to receive benefits from her first husband’s record. You’re not a widow.

Q: In a past column, you said that a wife can get benefits on her husband’s Social Security record even if he isn’t yet claiming Social Security himself. I am 62 and have never worked outside the home. My husband is also 62. He plans to wait until 70 to file for Social Security. I called Social Security, and they said I can’t file for benefits until he files. I told them what you wrote, and they said you are wrong. How can you mislead your readers like that?

A: You misunderstood what I wrote. And I didn’t mislead anyone. Please go back and check that past column. You will note that column was about divorced spouses and what they are due from Social Security. A woman who is divorced can claim benefits on her ex-husband’s record even if he hasn’t filed for Social Security. He has to be at least 62 years old, but he need not have applied for benefits yet. But for reasons too messy to explain in today’s column, a woman who is currently married to her husband, as you are, must wait until he is collecting Social Security before she can file for benefits on his record. And by the way, your potential eligibility for spousal benefits might be an incentive for your husband to consider signing up for benefits before age 70.

Q: In a past column, you said that the full retirement age is 66 years old and two months. But my full retirement age is 66 years old and four months. Please explain the discrepancy.

A: You misunderstood what I wrote. I said that the full retirement age for someone born in 1955 is 66 and two months. If you were born in a different year, you have a different full retirement age. There is a chart listing the various FRAs in my Social Security guidebook (see ordering instructions below).

If you have a Social Security question, Tom Margenau has a book with all the answers. It’s called “Social Security -- Simple and Smart.” You can find the book at www.creators.com/books. Or look for it on Amazon or other book outlets.

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Should I purchase a home now or wait until prices come down?

This is a question that more and more people have been asking me and for most situations, the answer is, “it all depends on your specific and particular financial, life or family situation. But for some, the answer might be emphatically and a resounding “NO.”

The number one reason is that there is a correlation between the prices you will pay for a property and the interest on your mortgage at the time you will be purchasing. However, this will be determined by your monthly PITI (principle, interest, taxes and insurance) costs; not including any sudden repairs or emergency situations.

Because our housing inventory and interest rates are @ 50-year lows and demand is @ a 50-year high, prices have escalated @ rates not ever experienced by the purchasing consumer. Although there are those that are still seeking homes to buy, there is a segment of those that have dropped out due to those price increases that have pushed and forced them out of the qualifying range or that they are becoming more concerned and worried that they may be getting in too late at the top of the market.

Here are my thoughts on these very disturbing and as some may think precarious, uncertain, and challenging times and as such in many ways they are for some. It all depends on how you perceive and approach your individual and personal situation with a plan. You know that you always hear me note, “if you fail to plan, then you most assuredly plan to fail.”

Waiting for the market, as some are

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the mythical average ‘Families’ might be forbidden to purchase a ‘Family’ size of plain Cheerios lest they bond together in a new religious cult. I saw a completely new variety named ‘Cheerioats’ which I have never seen before. Seeing this did not make me cheery. I wonder if this variety had possibly gotten contaminated by being accidentally stored too close to the isolated ‘Pumpkin Spice’ poison variety and the original plain Cheerios had committed ‘cherriocide’.

The ‘Family’ size offerings were also more limited than the other 2 sizes and I sensed something in particular that made no sense whatsoever to my slowly decaying scientific brain. Did you observe that there are 2 separate listings of ‘Family’ size Honey Nut Cheerios in my summary table? One box has 18.8

BY PHILIP A. RAICES

saying and prognosticating for prices to go down or worst case scenario to crash, is in my opinion, no different than what some are saying about the pros and cons about our vaccines and we all know about that without taking sides in this column. But keep in mind polio wouldn’t have been eradicated if it weren’t for vaccines and everyone getting inoculated! So for those that are waiting, considering dropping out, or have already dropped out, my professional opinion is to get back in!!! Here are my reasons and my thoughts about this market. All one has to do is calculate at current interest rates what your maximum P.I.T.I. is with whatever cushion you find necessary to add for repairs or sudden emergencies and then come up with your monthly “nut” of costs. So that is the amount that you feel comfortable sticking with as your maximum outlay. But I have always told my clients to go a bit higher as some sellers just might be ready to reduce their asking price because they have been overpriced for several weeks or even months. Listen, timing=luck and you just might be in the right zone at the right time to score your first or second home, maybe? It’s far better to try and fail than to succeed at nothing, right?

es come down to; let’s say anywhere from 5% to 10% or more, which I seriously doubt for 2021 and possibly into 2022. So let’s just say that interest rates go up anywhere from ¼-1% or more over time, reducing our current demand and causing the reduction in asking prices. Then figure out what your costs would be with the higher rates and then you can make a determination as to whether or not waiting would be the most advantageous and prudent path to pursue. For some it just might make a lot of sense in waiting for different reasons as for your job or business might not be doing as well now and might not even exist in a few years for a multitude of reasons, due to layoffs, salary cuts, and technology eliminating your position as well as company buyouts and paring down on duplication of jobs, reducing labor costs and of course, separation or divorce just might, unfortunately, be in the cards too, etc.

call for a 15 “FREE” consultation. Here are some links to articles that will provide more insight as to market trends, things to know, and business information:

https://www.investopedia.com/ articles/mortgages-real-estate/08/ home-seller-mistakes-selling-house. asp

https://realestate.usnews.com/ real-estate/articles/the-homebuyingstrategy-you-havent-heard-of-goingoff-market

https://www.cnn.com/2021/07/12/ homes/us-real-estate-market-not-buying-a-home-now-feseries/index.html

https://www.qualtrics.com/blog/ online-review-stats/

https://www.superoffice.com/blog/ customer-experience-statistics/

Philip A. Raices is the owner/Broker of Turn Key Real Estate @ 3 Grace Ave Suite 180 in Great Neck. He has 40 years of experience in the Real Estate industry and has earned designations as a Graduate of the Realtor Institute (G.R.I.) and also as a Certified International Property Specialist (C.I.P.S).

Now calculate the number that you might anticipate and would like and hope and pray that the market pric-

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But on the other hand, it just might be way more expensive to wait, even at today’s higher prices and of course, the increase in real estate taxes coming down the pike in the next 5 years, because of the higher interest rates over time will cost you much more over a 15-30 year period than the “supposed” reduction in prices due to higher interest rates, lowering the demand. If you want to know the different scenarios then I am only as far away as a phone

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ounces while the exact same variety and size has 19.5 ounces! Both are prominently displayed next to each other on the same shelf. The advertised price of $5.99 per box was exactly the same. I went back to the shelf and took a photo.

The 18.8-ounce box was taller than the 19.5-ounce box. Both were advertised as ‘naturally flavored’ gluten free, and both noted they were made with real honey, but the 18.8-ounce box had only a tiny advertisement that it ‘can help LOWER CHOLESTEROL as part of a heart healthy diet’. My first assumption was that this deletion must have resulted from a court settlement somewhere. Perhaps General Mills had sold advertising space to Space Jam to offset the cost of cereal box manufacturing. The lighter box was taller and thinner than the heavier box. Was this done on purpose to reflect the generally taller height of bas-

ketball players? I considered it an affront to shorter rounder humans everywhere. The taller, thinner box was valued at 32.20 cents per ounce. The shorter, wider box was valued at a significantly less 30.74 cents per ounce. Both boxes were being sold for exactly the same price of $5.99 which clearly shows a General Mills prejudice that shorter and heavier people don’t have as much value as taller and lighter people!

None of these observations and facts helped me determine how a “Large” or “Family” size box is calculated or measured. The examination became even more confusing when I carefully read a small disclaimer on two “Large” sized Cheerios’ boxes. The Large Frosted Cheerios box stated “25% more cereal than the previous 10.6 oz size” box and the Large Honey Nut Medley Crunch Cheerios box stated “25% more cereal

For a “FREE” 15 minute consultation, a value analysis of your home, or to answer any of your questions or concerns he can be reached by cell: (516) 647-4289 or by email: Phil@TurnKeyRealEstate. Com Just email or snail mail (regular mail) him with your ideas or suggestions on future columns with your name, email and cell number and he will call or email you back.

than the previous 13.1 oz size” box. WHO IS MAKING THIS STUFF UP???

I gave up. I needed some cereal and noticed the Large sized box of plain Cheerios also had a sticker advertising “Buy 1 get 1 FREE”. My fossilizing brain recognized this as a more economic choice and left the aisle with 2 LARGE sized boxes of plain Cheerios in my cart, hoping one box didn’t become stale waiting patiently in my food cupboard for its turn to be eaten. As I continued towards the orange juice aisle, I noticed a Kelloggs cereal box on a shelf proclaiming it was a FAMILY size box of Rice Krispees weighing 24.0 ounces. This weight was over 5 full ounces heavier than any of the General Mills similar sized products. I simply fled the store.

Long

Island’s American Airpower Museum Hosts Labor Day Weekend ‘Warbirds, Wings & Wheels Show’

American Airpower Museum, Long Island’s only flying military aviation museum, will host its  Warbirds, Wings and Wheels Show on Labor Day Weekend, Saturday, September 4 and Sunday, September 5, from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Hangar 3, 1230 New Highway, Farmingdale, New York.  Come to the Museum’s two day spectacular celebrating the history of aviation and automobiles!  Get up close and personal with vintage Biplanes, Model A and T Fords, plus the Museum’s fleet of World War II aircraft.  There will be flights available on vintage aircraft, contests, and raffles.

On Saturday, vintage Biplanes from the  Bayport Aerodrome Society will land on the tarmac and taxi up to park on AAM’s ramp at Hangar 3.  On display with the Biplanes will be vintage cars from the  Model A Ford Club of Long Island  (Model A and T Fords, plus others).  The Museum’s sponsor, Cockpit USA, will donate one flight jacket to the winner of the best

car and one flight jacket for the winner of the best airplane contests.

Be there Sunday as the Museum’s WWII squadron fires up their mighty engines and lifts off to perform exciting flight maneuvers over Republic Airport.  Aerial demonstrations will feature several flybys by AAM’s vintage military aircraft that played pivotal roles in America’s WWII victories.

An added attraction on both Saturday and Sunday: AAM’s 1939 Red Waco UPF-7 Biplane and North American AT-6D Texans will be available to give living history flight experiences, weather permitting.  Admission:  $15 for adults, $12 for seniors and veterans, $10 for children 5 to 12.   Don’t miss this one!

American Airpower Museum, Hangar 3, 1230 New Highway, Farmingdale, NY 11735 ,  631-2936398,  info@americanairpowermuseum. org,  www.americanairpowermuseum. org

During the American Airpower Museum’s Labor Day weekend Warbirds, Wings and Wheels Show, you can get a ride on AAM’s vintage Waco UPF-7 Biplane © Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com

ASK CARRIE

Are You Falling for These Financial Tricks?

BY CARRIE SCHWAB-POMERANTZ

Dear Readers: It’s the rare person who doesn’t occasionally fall into some poor financial habits that can lead to potentially scary results. This fall, make sure you’re not tricking yourself into a financial bind. Rather, treat yourself to greater security by reviewing these 10 personal finance “gotchas” and making any necessary changes. The results can be better than chocolate!

1) Trick: Assuming your money is going where you want it to go

You’re making ends meets, so you’re on top of your money, right? Maybe not. Money has a sneaky way of slipping away if you’re not careful.

Treat: Instead of making assumptions, make a budget. Start with two lists: your necessary monthly expenses and your nice-to-haves. Can you cover both with your income? If not, get out the red pen and start crossing off some of the extras. You don’t have to give them up completely, just save in advance. Then when you want to treat yourself, you’ll enjoy it even more knowing you’ve got it covered.

2) Trick: Thinking a financial emergency won’t happen to you

Unexpected expenses can creep up on you even if you’re young and healthy. A job loss? An accident? It may not happen, but it could, and it could cost you big time if you’re not prepared.

Treat: Build an emergency fund. Aim to cover three to six months of essential

living expenses by setting aside cash in an easily accessible savings or money market account. You don’t have to do it all at once. Just make your emergency fund a line item on your budget and save what you can each month until you reach your goal.

3) Trick: Confusing good & bad debt

Debt like a mortgage or a student loan that’s low-interest, possibly tax-deductible and is used for a potentially appreciating asset can actually work in your favor. That’s the good kind. Credit cards and other high-interest, nondeductible consumer debt? Even though it’s convenient, that definitely falls into the “bad” category.

Treat: Don’t charge more on your credit cards than you can pay off each month. Create a plan to tackle any balances. Start by paying as much as you can on the highest-interest debt while always making at least minimum payments on the others. Work your way down until your credit card balances are paid off -- and stay that way.

4) Trick: Not checking your credit score

A low credit score can have serious repercussions, from higher interest rates and points on a loan to impacting your ability to rent an apartment -- or even get a job.

Treat: Go to the Annual Credit Report website once a year to get a free credit report from each of the three major credit bureaus (Equifax, Experian and Transunion). If you’re in the low zone,

there are positive steps you can take: pay your bills on time, keep your credit card balances low, establish a long credit history, minimize new credit requests, use different types of credit.

5) Trick: Losing track of bank fees ATM fees, account fees, foreign transaction fees -- they can definitely catch you unawares. And they can add up quickly.

Treat: Review your statements so you know exactly what you’re being charged. If you’re unpleasantly surprised by the fees you’re paying, talk to your bank. Still unhappy? Change banks. There are many no-fee options out there.

6) Trick: Being complacent about retirement savings

Don’t assume you’re OK just because you’re putting some money aside. With more people living into their 90s, there’s a real risk of outliving your money if you’re not prepared.

Treat: Crunch the numbers so you’re sure you’ll have the nest egg you want. If you’re contributing to a 401(k), great, but it may not be enough. Use an online retirement calculator to help you figure out timing and how much to save each month. Get started early. And give yourself an extra edge by putting all your contributions on automatic. Need more help with number crunching? Consider working with a professional adviser to develop a personalized plan.

7) Trick: Under- or over-insuring Saving on premiums may seem smart now, but what’s the ultimate cost if you

don’t have enough insurance when you need it? On the other hand, if you’re paying for insurance you don’t need, you’re also losing out.

Treat: Check to make sure your coverage and plans for medical, auto, homeowners/rental or disability insurance are still right for you. Be sure to take full advantage of all your employee benefits. And don’t be lured into buying unnecessary insurance for risks that you can handle more cost-effectively on your own (for example, pet insurance with lots of exclusions and high deductibles).

8) Trick: Confusing saving and investing

Just because you have money in a 401(k) doesn’t mean it’s invested. You have to take action to make your money grow.

Treat: Long-term investing in the stock market is one of the best ways to grow your savings. The key is to invest in a diversified mix of stocks, bonds and cash that are appropriate for your time frame and feelings about risk -- and never try to time the market or bet on a single stock. A 401(k) that offers target date retirement funds is one easy way to get started.

9) Trick: Taking Social Security too early

You can file for Social Security as early as age 62, but that doesn’t mean it’s the best choice for you. In fact, it could mean you’ll collect considerably less over time.

Treat: Don’t jump to collect Social Se-

curity benefits earlier than you have to. If you file before what the SSA considers your full retirement age, your benefits will be permanently reduced. And for every year you wait past your FRA until age 70, you’ll get an 8% increase. That can make a huge difference, especially if you enjoy a long life.

10) Trick: Ignoring your estate plan

You may have an estate plan in place,

ASK CARRIE

but when was the last time you looked at it? And if you don’t have one already, the trick could be not only on you but also on your heirs.

Treat: Set up at least a basic estate plan, including naming a guardian for any minor children and an advance health care directive. Once you have a plan in place, be sure to review and update it periodically to reflect any significant life changes such as marriage,

divorce or additions to the family.

Unlike Halloween candy, these financial treats aren’t just a one-time indulgence. They can set you up with a sweet financial situation to savor for years to come!

Carrie Schwab-Pomerantz, Certified Financial Planner, is president of the Charles Schwab Foundation and author of “The Charles Schwab Guide to Finances After Fifty.” Read more at

http://schwab.com/book. You can email Carrie at askcarrie@schwab.com. The information provided here is for general informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for specific individualized tax, legal or investment planning advice. .

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Love to write?

We are looking for articles on local topics, opinions, ideas, nice places to visit on Long Island, and even fiction. In our Discover magazine section, we will try to feature one new article and writer each week. Each writer will be reimbursed a stipend of $25.00, and articles should be between 1,500 and 3,000 words. If you want to be published and be part of an issue of Discovery, you may submit your article to: editor@gcnews.com

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Historical mysteries series blend two of readers favorites genres together: historical fiction and mysteries. Finding an engaging new mystery series is so much fun, especially if there are a number of titles, and the great thing about reading a series is that picking my next book is a lot easier. Series that bring to life earlier time periods with vivid details and descriptions especially appeal to readers, because they feel like they have been transported to another era with its specific characteristics and quirks.

As the Page Turns with Librarian Laura Flanagan

The Gilded Newport series by Alyssa Maxwell -The various Newport “cottages” constructed in the late 1890s occupy center stage in Alyssa Maxwell’s series starring the fictional Emma Cross, second cousin to millionaire Cornelius Vanderbilt. Maxwell’s meticulous research shines through in each installment as she focuses on a particular house and its inhabitants, while centering a mystery around the house at issue. First book – “Murder at the Breakers”

The Sebastian St. Cyr series by

Speaking of Books

C.S. Harris - Set in Regency England, this series features Sebastian St. Cyr, Viscount Devlin, a sharp-witted nobleman scarred by his years as an Intelligence officer in the Napoleonic Wars. Using his highly acute senses and his ability to mingle freely with both the upper and working classes, St. Cyr tackles realistic and engaging mysteries on the mean streets of London. First book –“What Angels Fear”

The Bronte Sisters series by Bella Ellis - Ellis sets this series in the years before the three Bronte sisters were novelists themselves. The sisters and their brother Branwell lived together as adults for a short few years, and this series casts them as detectors (the term detective had not yet been invented) during this time frame. The mysteries are highly entertaining, and the personalities of each sister shine through, hinting at their future potential and careers. First book – “The Vanished Bride”

The Mycroft Holmes and Sherlock series by Kareem AbdulJabbar and Anna Winterhouse NBA superstar Kareem Abdul-Jabbar is a

REPERTOIRE LISTS

Michele Zimmerman 516-353-6255

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diehard Sherlock Holmes fan and pens stories about Sherlock and his brother when they were younger (Sherlock is in his late teens). The mysteries are clever, and Abdul-Jabbar stays faithful to Arthur Conan Doyle’s characters and settings. First book –“Mycroft Holmes”

The Billy Boyle series by James Benn - Billy Boyle makes detective in his South Boston neighborhood days before Pearl Harbor, and with family connections (his uncle is General Dwight D. Eisenhower), Boyle is hired as Eisenhower’s division detective to halt a planned sabotage of an upcoming invasion of Norway. Smartly written, the series follows Billy as he adjusts to life as a military officer while continually tackling new cases. First book –“Billy Boyle”

Gaslight Mystery series by Victoria Thompson - Set in late 19th century New York City, Sarah Brandt is a widowed midwife servicing the working and middle classes of downtown Manhattan but, in her previous life, she was the daughter of one of the richest, most respected Knickerbocker families. Her profes -

sion keeps her running into dead bodies, which is where Detective Sergeant Frank Malloy comes in and slowly they build a friendship and respect for each other. Each book highlights a different Manhattan neighborhood and strata of society. Still being published after 20 years, the mysteries are a great deep dive into NYC history and also chronicles the personal lives of the characters. First Book – “Murder on Astor Place”

Charles Lenox Series by Charles Finch - Charles Lenox, Victorian gentleman and armchair explorer, likes nothing more than to relax in his private study with a cup of tea, a roaring fire and a good book. But he can’t pass up a good mystery, and this amateur sleuth is often called on to leave his comforts behind in the pursuit of clues. Follow him into the public houses, Mayfair mansions and servants’ quarters of Victorian London, into the intrigues of Parliament and secrets of Oxford. This historical mystery series offers readers an unparalleled brand of charm, sophistication and suspense. First Book – “A Beautiful Blue Death.”

Tree Ornaments for Community Service: Apple Ornaments

Earn community service by painting ornaments for the Garden City Public Library’s Tweens and Teens Department’s Tree Ornament! Each volunteer will receive three ornaments and a set of paint pens to decorate their ornaments at home. Paint pens must be returned to the Library. These ornaments will be used to decorate our new ornament tree each month!

For the month of August, the ornaments will be apple-shaped. Registration began Tuesday, August 17 at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. Completed ornaments must be returned by August 26 to the Library.

Registrants will be asked to pick up their ornaments at the Library in order to participate in this community service program. Volunteers must return three decorated ornaments and their set of paint pens in order to receive community service. Volunteers will receive two hours for every three ornaments they submit, at the discretion of the Tweens and Teens Department. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Social Media Challenges for August

For the month of August, participate in our social media challenges to earn community service credit! July’s challenges are as follows:

• Art: Make a piece of art depicting your favorite place to visit during the summer

• Writing: Write a story, poem, or essay about summer

• Food: Make a dish from a different country

• Question of the Month: What is your most memorable moment so far this summer?

• Reading: Read a book that takes place during the summer

If you participate in the challenges, earn community service credit by submitting so we can share it on our Facebook and Instagram pages!

Submit for the Art, Writing, Food, and Question of the Month Challenges here: https://www.gardencitypl.org/ social-media-submission/

Submit a 300 word book review for what you read for the Reading Challenge here:  https://www.gardencitypl.org/ submit-a-teen-review/

Volunteer Teen Reviewers Needed

Would you like to be a reviewer for the Library? Need community service hours? Then become a Volunteer Teen Reviewer. This program is for tweens and teens in Grades 6–12. The Library is looking for teen reviewers to review books and media in the YA collection as well as digital content, such as ebooks and audiobooks, available on Nassau Digital Doorway. There might be a book you've already read in our physical or digital collection that you can write a review on!

• Browse the physical collection here: http://encore.alisweb.org/

• Browse the digital collection here: https://nassau.overdrive.com

• Submit a review here: https:// www.gardencitypl.org/submit-a-teenreview/

Reviews will be used to update the Tweens and Teens Library Review Page (https://www.gardencitypl.org/category/teen-reviews/) as well as update our social media pages. Reviews are subject to approval by the Young Adult Librarian. Please make sure to follow the guidelines for reviews in order for the review to count toward community service.

Teen-Created Social Media Content

Earn community service by submitting a photo, video, or other content for us to add to the Library’s Tweens and Teens Facebook and Instagram pages! Ideas for submissions include book reviews, artwork, poetry, short stories, personal essays, photos of food you’ve cooked or baked, or any other creative idea you have for content. Not all submissions will be used on our social media, and submissions including photos of people are not allowed. Submit social media content here https://www. gardencitypl.org/social-media-submission/.

Follow Tweens and Teens on Facebook and Instagram

Follow Garden City Library’s Tweens and Teens on Facebook and Instagram! The Young Adult Department has been

Children’s Room Fall Programs

The Children’s Librarians are working hard to put together the program schedule for the fall and   planning is in full swing!    A schedule should be available by the end of this month, so keep an eye out for announcements!

Summer Reading Club

The Summer Reading Club activities will continue until the end of August.  We had a successful program this year and we’d like to thank all who participated.   We would also like to take this opportunity to thank the Friends of the Garden City Library for their continued support and generosity.  Congratulations to all the winners!

Back To School

It seems like just yesterday summer

vacation was just around the corner.   Now we are heading towards the start of a new school year.   The Children’s room has a selection of books to encourage the students heading back to school.  These books include:  “PoutPout Fish: Back to School” by Deborah Diesen, “Butterflies on the First Day of School” by Annie Silvestro, “Lena’s Shoes are Nervous: A First Day Back to School Dilemma” by Keith Calabrese and Juana Medina, “On the First Day of First Grade” by Tish Rabe, “Fall is For School” by Robert Neubecker, “Second Grade Holdout” by Audrey Vernick, and “Back-to-School Projects for a Lazy Afternoon” by Stella Fields.  These books and many more books about school can be found in the Children’s Room!

Dog Days of Summer

We often hear about the “dog days” of summer but few know what the expression means. Some say that it signifies hot sultry days “not fit for a dog,” others suggest it’s the weather in which dogs go mad.  The Dog Days of Summer describes the most oppressive period of summer. But where did the term come from?  And what does it have to do with dogs?

The phrase is actually a reference to the fact that, during this time, the Sun occupies the same region of the sky as Sirius, the brightest star visible from any part of Earth and part of the constellation Canis Major, the Greater Dog.  This is why Sirius is sometimes called the Dog Star.  In the summer, Sirius rises and sets with the sun.  On July

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

using both social media platforms as a tool to post updates, announcements, digital resources, ebook recommendations, and more during this time of social distancing.

Here are the Facebook and Instagram pages for the Garden City Public Library Tweens and Teens Department:  Facebook:  www.facebook.com/ GCPLTweensTeens

Instagram:  www.instagram.com/ GCPLTweensTeens

If you’re interested in participating and want to learn when new virtual events will be happening for tweens and teens (Grades 6–12), or if you have any questions, email Young Adult Librarian Laura Giunta at https://www.gardencitypl.org/young-adult-department/contact-the-young-adult-tweens-teens-department/ .

Teen Advisory Board Applications Now Available Online

If you are interested in helping to come up with some programming ideas or social media outreach ideas for tweens and teens in Grades 6–12, consider joining the Teen Advisory Board Online applications are available at https://www.gardencitypl. org/teen-advisory-board-application/  Applicants should be entering Grades 6–12 in fall 2021. Email Young Adult Librarian Laura Giunta at https:// www.gardencitypl.org/young-adult-department/contact-the-young-adulttweens-teens-department/   if you have any questions.

It’s What’s Happening For Young Adults Through the Library News From the Children’s Room

23rd, specifically, it is in conjunction with the sun, and because the star is so bright, the ancient Romans believed it actually gave off heat and added to the Sun’s warmth, accounting for the long stretch of sultry weather.  They referred to this time as “dog days.”   Thus the term “dog days of summer” came to mean the 20 days before and 20 days after this alignment of Sirius with the Sun,. The Children’s Room takes the term “dog days” literally and celebrates our canine friends  with a display about dogs.  Come on in and check out our display!

https://www.farmersalmanac.com/ why-are-they-called-dog-days-of-summer-21705

LEGAL NOTICES

NOTICE OF FORMATION

Forwheel LLC.

A domestic LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 6/26/2021. Office location: Nassau. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: The LLC, 3716 Stokes Avenue, Bethpage, New York, 11714. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

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NOTICE OF FORMATION

Tresses by TI, LLC.

Arts. Of Org.filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 04/22/2021. Office location: Queens County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: TRESSES BY TI LLC, P.O. BOX 340905, JAMAICA, NY 11434.

Purpose: Any lawful activities.

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NOTICE OF FORMATION

Nelly Suazo Agency LLC. Arts of Org filed with Secy. of State on NY (SSNY) on 5/6/21. Office location: Nassau County. SSNY designated

as agent upon whom process may be served and shall mail copy of process against LLC to 35 Gladiolus Ave., Floral Park, NY 11001. Purpose: Any lawful act.

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PUBLIC NOTICE

The Incorporated Village of Garden City is soliciting proposals from qualified vendors authorized to do business in the State of New York to provide Parking Ticket Management and Collection Services.

A copy of the proposal may be obtained via download from the New York State Contract Reporter website at the following web address: https://www.nyscr.ny.gov/contracts. cfm

This proposal will be listed under the Agency Name of: Inc. Village of Garden City or via request from: Incorporated Village of Garden City, Attn: Gregory Cutrone, Court Clerk, 349 Stewart Avenue, (516) 465-4080, gcutrone@gardencityny.net.Receipt of responses are due NO LATER THAN 4 PM EDT ON September 6, 2021.

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Coffee & Tea by the Book returns Tuesday, Sept 21

The Coffee and Tea by the Book group will discuss “The Personal Librarian” by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray.

Coffee & Tea by the Book (minus the coffee & tea) with Librarian Laura Flanagan will be held on Tuesday, September 21 at 10:30 a.m. It will take place in the Periodical Room on the first floor. The group will discuss “The Personal Librarian” by Marie Benedict

and Victoria Christopher Murray. Registration begins in person at the reference desk on Monday, August 30 at 9:30 a.m. and is limited to Garden City Public Library cardholders. You may pick up a copy of the book at registration.

This is the remarkable, little-known story of J.P. Morgan’s personal librarian, Belle da Costa Greene. In her twenties, Belle da Costa Greene is hired by J.P. Morgan to curate a collection of rare manuscripts, books, and artwork for his newly built Pierpont Morgan Library. Belle becomes a fixture in New York City society and one of the most powerful people in the art and book world, known for her impeccable taste and shrewd negotiating for critical works as she helps create a worldclass collection. But Belle has a secret, one she must protect at all costs. The Personal Librarian tells the story of an extraordinary woman, famous for her intellect, style, and wit, and shares the lengths she must go to—for the protection of her family and her legacy.

Library closed for holiday

The Garden City Library will be closed for the Labor Day holiday from Saturday, September 4 through Monday, September 6.

Pop Up Book Sale

The Friends of the Garden City Public Library would like to thank all of its neighbors who donated books to the library.

Because of your generosity the Friends will be hosting a Pop Up Book Sale on Saturday, August 21 from 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Weather permitting the sale will be in front of the library.

If the weather doesn’t cooperate, you can find the sale on the lower level of the library. Come browse current and recent bestsellers, large print books, autographed books, as well as, a large selection of children’s books. All sale proceeds support library programs. Please join us in supporting the Garden City library.

Clashes over masks at GC Board of Education meeting

national guidance. Our district physician has provided us with information -- because of the local COVID transmission rate going from “LOW” to “HIGH” -- we may be putting our children at risk,” Dr. Sinha said.

Cassaro also asked the superintendent about any of her recommendations for the reopening potentially moving Garden City out of compliance with existing district policies. Dr. Sinha said the district will continue to comply with all its existing policies.

Cassaro also asked if Garden City teachers and staff support her presented vision for the opening of the school year, including any labor unions such as the CSEA (civil service).

“Our faculty and staff are very, very supportive and people are invested in educating our children; their work is with the kids. They have been extremely flexible and open to whatever we need to do for the children,” Superintendent Sinha replied.

Some students oppose masks

The Board of Education listened to public comments from a variety of residents in the community. Current GCHS student and Adams Street resident Riley McNaboe said the masking policy is something that makes her feel sick to her stomach.

“I don’t think I can physically go back into school wearing a mask -- it was torture for me. This past year was one of the worst school years of my lifetime. Not once since before school started for 2020-2021 have I felt like I was going to pass out, and never once have I blacked out. Then the mask-wearing came along and those things happened to me multiple times, and it was scary. If you have not noticed yet, life around us has gone back to normal. I have been so relaxed this summer to not have to wear a mask, ever, or be worried about being unnecessarily quarantined,” she said.

“Attending middle school and high school are already hard enough and to have to wear a mask and not being able to see people’s faces and expressions, plus not being able to hear the teacher makes coming to school 10 times more stressful. This summer has shown me how anxious school has made me, and I am still anxious even thinking about it -I am dreading going back to school even though I love school,” McNaboe said at Tuesday’s meeting.

She said it is high time that “the adults step up, and do what is best for the kids, and to let every family decide about masks for their own child.” Her comments were cheered by many in attendance.

that only involve COVID? Does mental health not matter? Should my daughter attend school anxious and hating school, because you will mask her? The masks are not human and they are not sustainable and we are at an 85% vaccination rate for Nassau County and 70% in Garden City. The high infection rate you are discussing is 0.1% and that is not even getting numbers of children -at what point does it end? And right now I am thinking this will never end, but I am not doing it -- I am not sending my children to school masked and I am not abusing them. If you try to send them home because they are not wearing a mask, because the masks are hurtful to them and affecting their mental health, remember the kids are entitled to a free and fair education,” McNaboe said.

Molly Psaki, a rising senior at Garden City High School, asked the school board if masks are mandated, what accommodations will be made for children who have asthma such as herself. As a junior carrying several AP classes last year, she was only offered the option to have her parents pick her up as at school, with a mask on, she was “not able to breathe and not able to focus.”

“I felt missing the instructional time was not a viable option” she said. Board President Holub immediately explained that “if there is a medical reason for any student, that must be furnished to the students’ school building” for the district to work with the student and family.

Garden City physicians comment

Dr. Silvia Reyes, a Garden City parent who is also a breast cancer surgeon at Mt. Sinai Hospital addressed the board and introduced her husband, a doctor of internal medicine at North Shore Hospital in Manhasset.

Another physician attending Tuesday’s meeting was pulmonologist Dr. Rohan Mankikar. He told the board that the district’s guidance and hard work during the pandemic have shaped a strong backbone for the children. In the last 18 months he’s overseen care of COVID patients at the hospital where he works. He said wearing a mask is key, as he assured the board that chronic retention of carbon dioxide does not occur when people wear masks, “nor does it reduce our oxygenation.”

He noted that without vaccines available last year, masks proved to be the main form of protection of virus transmission through aerosols and droplets. Dr. Mankikar implored the Board of Education to make its decision with fact-based input.

Later in the meeting, Riley’s mother, Joanne, addressed the board and said the requirement for children to come to school masked “is abusive.”

“If no child is a numerator, does

“We still have the power to prevent the public health nightmare we lived through in spring 2020 by wearing masks in public and asking our kids to wear masks in schools. We are facing a health crisis. As a surgeon I conducted research at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and trained at UPenn, and despite my level of training nothing prepared me for what we went through last spring. I had three days to learn about COVID treatments before being deployed and making life and death decisions. We can’t take for granted that a children’s hospital is down the road -if children get sick in New York the way they are getting sick in Florida, Dallas and Arkansas from the Delta variant, the children’s hospitals are the first to become saturated. Do not assume that if our kids get sick that there’s going to be a pediatrician available to help. There may not be. Other doctors with less training and resources may be called on for additional medical support the way I was called into action last spring,” Dr. Reyes said.

“COVID has never left my sight: treating patients in the ICU and following them post-discharge gives us a revolving perspective which we tend to see first, even before data is published. Prior to the Delta variant, as the frequency of adult admissions to the hospital declined, this was a suggestive indicator that the impact of COVID was weakening. But since the Delta variant is more likely to affect the population that is vulnerable, especially those who cannot receive the vaccine, children are being impacted now more than ever. The amount of people one person who contracts the Delta variant can infect is between five and eight compared with the two to three people we had experienced with the first COVID strain in 2020. As the founder of the first postCOVID center on Long Island, 10 to 30% of patients with mild COVID that were never hospitalized developed long COVID symptoms. Data is suggesting children are not spared either and one of the most daunting concepts of the virus that still remains the threat and stands in our way today is that SARSCo-V2 can be passed asymptomatically. Prior to 2020 our field never had to deal with a virus that could spread among asymptomatic individuals with a long incubation period,” he explained.

Parental choice advocate

Anthony Zinitti of Brompton Road told the board he’s advocating for parental choice on students’ mask-wearing. “The CDC recommendations we have been seeing are just not based on science; they are evidence and data-free -they even lack common sense. It seems that today’s presentation talking about the transmission rates would have an unreasonable variable to even look at. The relevant data is this -- over 42 million children contracted COVID over the last 18 months and as of August 9, less than 350 of them died from the virus. That is a 0.008% fatality rate. This is infinitesimal risk, most rational people would not give this a second thought. And according to the CDC the

seasonal flu is more dangerous for children than COVID-19 -- the flu is 17 times more deadly for children ages 0 to 6 years old and 10 times more deadly for ages 7 to 11, and less than 500 children died in the six-month flu season of 2018 to 2019. We have had less children die in the 18-month period of COVID-19. So where are all the people demanding mask-wearing during flu season? There was not, and no one even considered masking. The stark difference here is that there is no fear campaign and 24-hour media coverage of flu and the risks it poses,” Zinetti said in his public comment on August 17.

Another parent who opposes students wearing masks this school year, Renee Depeiza of Pell Terrace, stood at the microphone Tuesday and reviewed multiple emails over the past few months that were sent from the school district about its decision on mask-wearing for students.

“On June 25: ‘Our Board of Education continues to advocate for local control on all decisions pertaining to next year; July 31, ‘the governor has not made any decision on mask-wearing which will ultimately determine which measures must be taken; on August 5, ‘we are assured the Garden City BOE has the authority to determine our own opening protocols for the 2021-2022 school year -- and on August 8; ‘we all share the same goal: to provide a safe, healthy and positive learning environment for our children. WE ALL share the same goal and MY GOAL is to have the sense of normalcy children deserve. All of us in this room have failed to provide that for them,” DePeiza said.

She noted that last school year children sat behind protective barriers and “were secluded during every aspect of the day -- as circle time, lunch and recess were all reimagined to WHAT? No talking, no touching, no interacting, and no seeing the other children’s beautiful smiles.”

She continued, “Not only are masks having no effects on stopping the spread of COVID-19 but masking children is in fact extremely harmful for physical, mental and emotional well-being. The risks associated with masks and COVID19 vaccinations are EXTREMELY dangerous to the health and well-being of all children as the form of treatment is unnecessary. Students are nearly at ZERO risk with an overall COVID survival rate at 99.997%,” she told the board DePeiza told the Board of Education to be the leaders for the district “that your positions demand you to be -- our children deserve much better than what they are getting. You are the district leaders, and you have the power that supposedly you have been begging the state for over the last six months, and this opportunity to give parents the choice back for their own families’ From page 1

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District preps for school year with new hires, building upgrades

guidance from Section VIII has yet to be presented to districts.

The Superintendent clarified the “masking plan” after several comments from the Board of Education trustees, including a question from Trustee Stephanie Granville about the total amount of time students would wear masks during the school day. Dr. Sinha advised that children will not be wearing a mask for seven or more hours consecutively -- there will be mask break periods provided, outdoor activities’ and adequate time spent outdoors. Students and staff will be required to wear a mask while on district school buses. In addition, students will be following at least three feet of physical distancing in the classrooms, and the upgrades and protocols for increased ventilation and A/C units at each school are part of the Buildings & Grounds checklist prior to the year starting.

The Nassau County Department of Health indicates that as of mid-August, Garden City is in the “HIGH” designation for local COVID-19 rates of transmission and virus spread.

Following much debate and some heavy criticism from members of the public at the meeting, all school board trustees except for Tom Pinou, the longest-tenured member of the Board, voted in favor of the universal masking of students.

School Board President William C. Holub offered some comments on the difficult decisions by the board, and the tumultuous public debate with dueling petitions the district recently received -- one for universal masking, in favor of following recent data and CDC guidance, and the other for “parental choice on masking” of their student(s).

“We have advocated for local control and we received local control -that truly put us into decision-making of what our schools will look like in-session. There’s also a lot of talk and rhetoric about the incoming Gov. Kathy Hochul and what she may or may not do. The only thing we will decide on tonight is what is entrusted in our board responsibilities, and we do take this seriously and do them to the best of our abilities. I hope with whatever our board and district decides associated with this that our community can continue to listen to each other, respect each other and continue to work at securing the health and safety of our community,” Holub said.

In her presentation on school opening, Dr. Sinha showed the board and audience how programmatic elements will offer a return to the usual school settings, with some adjustments made: school lunch periods will be back in schools’ cafeterias; the one-to-one device program will be maintained, and all co-curricular activities including athletics is expected to be offered at the start of 2021-2022, although official

In addition, Superintendent Sinha said “All theater and musical student productions and performances will take place,” and for parents to attend, in-person events will be planned though “some virtual options for attendance are probable.” Visitors will again be allowed into school district buildings and facilities in Garden City this year.

Dr. Sinha’s presentation recapped the three prime goals for Garden City Union Free School District in the upcoming academic year: Maximizing the Health and Safety for all students and staff; Maximizing the in-person instruction for all students in kindergarten through 12th grade, for them to attend schools every day; and Minimizing the impact of quarantining on students, staff and their families.

As defined by the Nassau County Department of Health, a “close contact” would be someone who was within six feet of a COVID-infected person for a cumulative period of 15 minutes over a 24-hour period.

The superintendent’s presentation Tuesday stated that “Close Contacts Must Be Quarantined.”

Dr. Sinha explained “an infected person can spread COVID starting from two days before they have any symptoms (or for asymptomatic patients, two days before the positive specimen collection date) until they meet criteria for discontinuing home isolation (quarantine).

According to the Superintendent’s outline, if ALL district students wear masks while in school classrooms and maintain three feet of distancing, they will NOT be required to quarantine. However, she stated that if parental choice for individual students to wear or not wear masks was the direction taken by the district, in the event of a positive case, then every student within a six foot radius of the case individual must be kept home to quarantine.

Dr. Sinha did not specifically mention what contingency plans would occur for those students who are forced to quarantine during the year due to any close contact with a COVID-19 positive case or otherwise, though the virtual, synchronous participation via Zoom or GoogleMeet was inquired about during public comments. She indicated the district would be ready to work with the individual students for their class participation to continue.

New Hires and Staffing Changes

Dr. Sinha and the administration’s plans for the school year are highlighted by creating lower class sizes within key lower grades of the district, due to additional sections and instructional planning. For context, she presented numbers on the projected classes for 2021-2022:

“At Stewart School in the 3rd and 4th grades we added additional sections; at Stratford we added additional sections to its 3rd and 5th grade. One of the classrooms involved at Stewart was an ICT so a regular and a special education teacher were added,” Dr. Sinha said.

In other matters, the Board of Education accepted the resignation of two prominent faculty members of the district, Coordinator of World Languages Peter Giacalone, effective August 23, and Science Teacher Michael Stano, retroactive to August 6. Stano was honored by the Project Lead the Way (S.T.E.M./engineering) organization as a 2018-2019 PLTW Outstanding Teacher of the Year, one of six national PLTW teachers of the year nationwide.

During the meeting Dr. Sinha commented on Giacalone’s leaving the district: “We want to thank Mr. Giacalone for his service in our school district and we want to let the board know we’ll have lead World Languages teachers next year assisting us in both school buildings. We also have a consultant who will be assessing our FLES (Foreign Language in Elementary School) program and they will provide recommendations that will strengthen the program,” she noted.

Meanwhile, Assistant Superintendent for Personnel & Leadership Development Nanine McLaughlin said she is confident that the district will be fully-staffed by the time schools open, with Superintendent’s Conference day for teachers on August 30 and 31 and the first day for students on Wednesday, September 1.

“We have hired 38 new teachers and certificated staff and we’re still working to bring the best educators to Garden City. Due to the sections Dr. Sinha noted, and the board recently approved, we have another four teachers in the process of being finalized within the next week, and we are hiring another school nurse, three teaching assistants, 3.4 teacher aides, two leave replacement teachers and a school librarian,” McLaughlin said.

New teacher orientation days for the district began on Tuesday, August 17, the same day as the school board meeting. The 38 new teachers GCUFSD hired are preparing for the school year, and the rest of this week provided more activities and orientation for the staff.

Examining Student Learning Loss

The district had also prepared a presentation about its student learning data and summer reviews of the previous academic year. But at Tuesday’s Board of Education meeting, instead of the full presentation a synopsis was delivered by Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction Dr. Edward Cannone. He spoke about the ways he and the administration have evaluated recent student performance

data.

“One of the things I wanted to address is the thought of a system, school district-wide student learning losses or regression -- but there WAS NOT any evidence of that. I have looked at students’ NWEA scores across three school years and the scores from winter 2021 exams were consistent with the last two years’ scores of 2019 and 2020. They are consistent with each other, though that takes the system-wide results into account and not each individual student’s scores. I also looked at the scores of students in grades kindergarten and 1st, between Fall 2020 and Spring 2021, for data on the first time these students took NWEA exams. I also looked into students’ progress with their I.R.R. Reading Levels -- our reading levels were also consistent, with some changes, but in line with what we’ve expected for our students,” Dr. Cannone said.

He noted that overall there might be less “growth” by some students in the district than the administration and education leadership had projected, in scenarios it was recorded that there are Garden City students that achieved eight out of a potential 10 total “points of growth.”

“I also examined our Garden City High School’s results for the number of students achieving the Regents Diploma or better -- that total has increased. Finally, our students’ data for Advanced Placement (AP) exams in 2020-2021 remained consistent with other school years,” Dr. Cannone advised. The administration’s full presentation on student learning data through the pandemic will be presented at a future board of education meeting.

Board President Holub said his intent is for this data and presentation to be a part of the board of education’s regular meeting for September which is scheduled for Tuesday, September 21.

Buildings Projects Continue

Superintendent Sinha explained that the district’s Buildings & Grounds and custodial staff have been very busy in preparing the school buildings for the return of students and faculty in less than two weeks.

“Our director of facilities and crews have worked on the ventilation systems. And hopefully the upgrades and renovations to our Science Research room at Garden City High School will be completed by the start of school as a tremendous amount of work was done in the space, so I look forward to seeing our students use this space,” Dr. Sinha noted.

Assistant Superintendent for Business & Finance Dana DiCapua noted that the Science Research space was moving to the first floor. “We have experienced some delay due to the shortage in availability of materials,

The A.T. Stewart Exchange Consignment Shop

BY MELISSA JAEGER

Aha!  Did you know that National Thrift Shop Day was Aug. 17th?  It’s all about supporting local thrift shops and raising awareness for charitable organizations.  Thrift shops are known by a number of names, among them “consignment” or “resale” shops.  But we aren’t your traditional resale shop.  While it is true that we raise awareness – and money – for The Garden City Historical Society.  As a consignment shop, we accept items from customers to sell on their behalf and when the items sell, we pay them 50% of the selling price.  Thrifting has become synonymous with bargain buying and is most often associated with buying and selling of used, vintage clothing.  We do not take or sell any clothing (or shoes).  So, in those two regards, we are very different.  And third, we purchase and sell new merchandise through the NY Gift Show.  Therefore, I prefer to think of our shop as a Gift and Resale Shop.  One look around the shop and you’ll quickly realize we ARE different.

During this “national celebration,” there are three ways in which to participate:  donate something special, go treasure hunting or volunteer at a thrift shop.  My personal favorite way to observe is through treasure hunting.  When you walk into the Exchange, you will find lots of great, reasonably priced treasures.  In fact, many of the items that are consigned still have their tags on them.  All are welcome to come in and browse the Exchange.  However, if you are not vaccinated, please wear a mask.  Even though all the volunteers have been vaccinated, you will see that many of us continue to wear our masks, out of an abundance of caution.  We offer hand-sanitizer when you enter the shop, and, to keep you feeling safe, we are running the air purifier which cleans the air in the Shop every hour.

I want to mention our summer hours.  Our Wednesday late night shopping hours have been suspended, and will resume in September.  Also, for the month of August only, we will be closed

on Saturdays (Aug. 7, 14, 21, and 28).  We get newly consigned merchandise almost every day!   If you can’t make it in right away, please shop online at www.atstewartexchange.org and come to the Exchange to pick up.  We also post photos on the AT Stewart Exchange Facebook and Instagram pages, as well as the TGCHS website (www.tgchs.org). Unfamiliar with the Exchange Consignment Shop?  We are housed in The Garden City Historical Society (TGCHS) Museum on 109 Eleventh Street (in the basement of the building). All the proceeds from the Shop sales directly benefit TGCHS.  In addition to our best sellers – jewelry (costume and fine), lamps, mirrors, and crystal (Waterford, Baccarat, Tiffany) -- we take/accept silver, pocketbooks, china, furniture, artwork, and collectibles.  All items are in new or nearly new condition.

With the virus, we have had to take measures to safeguard our customers, consignors, and volunteers.  We now do consignments by appointment only which helps to keep down the numbers of people in the Shop at any point in time and reduces wait-times to consign.  Consignments are now done Wednesday through Friday 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. by appointment ONLY, so please call (516) 746-8900.  Unsure if your items are appropriate to consign?  Email photos to store@atstewartexchange.org and be sure to include sizing info.  Please be sure items are cleaned and polished, ready for sale.

All the profits from the Consignment Shop support the maintenance and upkeep of TGCHS Museum.  Thanks to your generous support, work on the outside of the Museum continues.

The Shop is located at 109 Eleventh Street.

Summer Shop Hours: Tues–Fri: 10:00–4:00 p.m., Sat: Noon–4:00 p.m. Closed Sundays during August.

For more information, please call (516) 746-8900

Come and see the lovely items for sale at the A. T. Stewart Exchange.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

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who attack them while performing their duties. Do you really believe that this bill would “chill the rights of citizens to peaceably assemble and freely express their views”? Really?

As the mother of an ambulance worker I find your decision in this completely irresponsible.

If such demonstrators are in fact demonstrating in a peaceful way, there is no chance they could be held legally accountable for doing anything at all. Because they would not be doing anything violent. Correct?  Your decision however, is an invitation to violence.

I have observed in last summer’s ongoing riots, demonstrators attacking police, firemen and ambulance workers. For this violence they should be held fully accountable. It’s undeniable that such actions could cost a responder,

or the person they are trying to assist, their very lives. To  interfere with medical  treatment, prevent firefighters from stopping fires, and stop police from maintaining order is not a civil right. Physically attacking first responders who are there to HELP society,  is not either. Such actions deserve jail.

Far too many demonstrators continue to use frozen water bottles, cement blocks, rocks and lasers to attack first responders. They now know, thanks to your veto, that in Nassau County  they can do so with little to no consequence.

For almost 2 years now, I have found the ongoing political opportunism of the Democratic Party in condoning  such actions, to be immoral and disgusting.

It is my great hope that the county legislature will override your decision.

Leslie Dimmling

Clashes over masks

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healthcare,” she explained.

DePeiza said she accepts parents having the right to choose to have their children wear masks to school, and that they should have the right and be “welcome to do so.” As a parent herself, DePeiza told the board “I will not muzzle my children! I will not comply and we are done with recommendations, and done with the guidelines! My

children will not comply and this is not the law, so what are the repercussions September 1 when ALL these children come to school and are not wearing a mask?”

The question was not answered during Tuesday’s Board of Education meeting as Board President Holub noted the procedures for the public comment period, as shouting from the audience rained all over the board.

District preps for school year

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which is taking place worldwide and this is no different. But construction of the new room is done with sheetrock and paint completed, as well as electricals in place. What we’re waiting on is the flooring and lighting to come in, plus the casework is still on order. The flooring is expected by August 21. Casework should be in by next week. We are hopeful and keeping on top of the vendors,” DiCapua said.

Another delay is the materials needed for upgrading the shelving and benches at Garden City High School, as DiCapua again noted the materials’ supply chain issues.

She added that throughout the district’s facilities’ the focus is steady on deep cleaning before the opening of schools. Also in several district gymnasiums the flooring has been replaced, and boiler work at the district’s Administration Building and security upgrades have taken place.

Ceiling tiles were replaced at seven classrooms at Stewart Elementary School, and three more classrooms

Dep. Mayor: Dining structures, tents have serious fire risks

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Revel tent and structure because it is blocking the road, Kellum Lane, and impeding access and hindering rescue operations for the GCFD at both the 365 Stewart Avenue apartments and the two floors above the Revel restaurant.

Revel also has numerous Fire Code Violations within its tent and outdoor structure that can put occupants, restaurant staff, pedestrians, properties, Firemen, Police Officers and Emergency Workers in harm’s way in their outdoor dining space. Its tent material was found to be combustible The only way to be in compliance is to remove this structure. Their potential new outdoor dining facility will need to be in compliance before being operational. The Nassau County Fire Marshals returned to Revel a second time on Wednesday, August 18th ordering once again that their current outdoor dining tent and attached structure be immediately removed.

have the same road access blocking issues that Revel has with its location and requiring immediate action. I am happy to report that Novita and Waterzooi are now in compliance and Calogero’s has work underway to become compliant. This is to ensure the safety of customers, pedestrians, property, firefighters, police, and emergency responders. We also discovered that all three of these restaurants are currently operating without building permits which are required for outdoor dining facilities.

In addition, the Fire Marshals pointed out that Revel, Waterzooi, Calogero’s, and Novita’s use of propane tanks and/ or patio heaters (which are used with either butane, propane or patio gas cylinders) in the colder months are a very serious fire hazard and Fire Code violation. Propane tanks must always be in a cage, and propane tanks and/or patio heaters have to be located a certain amount of distance from the outdoor dining tents, and never in the tents.

are scheduled to have ceiling upgrades during the holiday break.

Controller upgrades for the building-wide management systems have been ordered for the district. DiCapua said since this won’t impact classrooms there will be opportunities for this project to be done during the early part of the school year.

The Garden City school district has already filed for its federal grant amount from the Coronavirus Response & Relief Supplemental Appropriation Act. Regarding the districts’ (2021) American Rescue Plan Act funds allocated from the federal government, Dr. Sinha says the filing and submissions for the grant funds from the ARP Act will be filed by the end of August.

“We have used the federal funds for additional support in K through 12, the summer support programs for English/ Language Arts and Math, and additional class sections. We have also hired a Middle School Literacy coach; a Math coach for our three primary schools, plus speech and language staff for K-1 grades, and our K through 12 technology staff developer,” Dr. Sinha announced.

Some may remember the horrific fire that occurred at 365 Stewart Avenue on October 27, 2001 facing Kellum Lane on Homecoming Weekend. I was informed by the GCFD that the GCFD Ladder Truck was set up right by where the Revel outdoor dining currently is. On the day of that fire, the GCFD was able to get their Ladder right to the windows of the building for rescue operations. If this fire occurred today, with the current outdoor structure, the GCFD has said they would most likely not be able to access those apartment windows with their Ladder Truck for those same apartment windows for rescue. Larry Nedelka, current member of the GCFD, was our Fire Chief at that time. Under his leadership he successfully handled all the logistics and coordination of the Ladder Truck, Fire Engines, rescue vehicles, and multiple ambulances at that blaze, and avoided injury. It is an example of how important access is in an emergency.

Mayor Veneziale has asked Revel to work side by side with the Village Department of Buildings and Fire Department to create a safe outdoor dining alternative for Revel and their customers that will follow State Laws and be in compliance with all of the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Codes, and our Village codes.

The other three restaurants (Calogero’s, Waterzooi, and Novita) were given what is called an “Order to Remedy” by the Village of Garden City’s Code Enforcement Officer to fix the current hazards with their outdoor dining structures and come in compliance within 45 days giving them appropriate time to do so. They did not

Calogero’s, Waterzooi, and Novita, upon the Fire Marshalls’ inspection, were found to have code violations including electrical system hazards (e.g. dangerous exterior electrical wiring and dangerous extension cords). Waterzooi, and Novita do not have emergency and fire egress in their outdoor structures, which is a method of exit which people can access safely in an emergency, and they need to remove the perimeter planter structures.

These restaurants are being required to file for building permits to include an electrical permit and arrange for inspection by Certified Inspections, Inc with plans to ensure regulatory compliance and associated safety. Waterzooi, and Novita also have to resolve tripping hazards where the curb meets their temporary composite flooring, while Calogero’s has to rectify a tripping hazard where the pavers meet the step for their raised temporary floor platform. Their outdoor dining tents and structures cannot exceed the approved occupancy levels, and their aisles and exit access ways must remain unobstructed in case of emergency.

We know that outdoor dining has been an important means of allowing our restaurants to continue to operate and for our enjoyment. The owners have endured great hardships during Covid and they have been very resourceful in adapting. In the future there will be ongoing unannounced inspections of all outdoor dining operations. The Trustees, Village staff, and the GCFD are committed to working with our restaurants to find solutions that can support these vital businesses. We want them to be successful in a way that is safe for all.

Garden City Pool News

Enjoy the fun on Labor Day at the pool.

Hours Change

Beginning Monday, August 23, the Pool hours will be noon to 8 p.m. until further notice.

Poolside Music this Weekend!

RESCHEDULED: The Pool is happy to welcome back our friend Alexandra Starr for poolside music Saturday, August 28 at 2 p.m!.

The Pool is only open to members and their guests.

Labor Day Fun

Join us Labor Day Monday, (9/6) for a day of music and fun. Starting at 2 p.m. we welcome back the “The Hambones Band” for pool side music. In addition, DJ Bob will play the hits of

yesterday and today starting at 6:30 p.m. with our end of the season dance party!

Merchandise Back in Stock

We are happy to announce that our merchandise is back in stock. Stop by the Pool Office to purchase adult and kid goggles, swim caps, swim diapers, lanyards and nose clips.

Stay Connected with the #GCPool

For the latest news, pictures and information please Follow Us on our Twitter account @GCSWIMMINGPOOL and Facebook.com/gardencityswimmingpool.  We are also happy to announce that we are now on INSTAGRAM.  We invite everyone to follow us: GCSWIMMINGPOOL

Centennials Referee Training

Garden City Centennials Referee Training will take place on August 26 and September 2.

Any student who is a rising 8th graders or higher who is interested can become a GC Centennials Intramural Referee.

Games will be for age groups of 2nd to 6th grade boys and girls, and will be played on Saturday mornings and afternoons.  Referees will NOT get a game every weekend as the Centennials have plenty of referees.

New Referee Class: You must

attend one of the classes in order to referee this fall season. Classes will only be held on  Thursday August 26 or Sept. 2, from  5–6:30 p.m. at St. Paul’s (field closest to parking lot).

Please email:  gcreferees@gmail. com the following info if you are interested in participating this season:

First and last name

Grade for fall 2021

Address

Phone number to be reached Emails you want attached to weekly reminders and Team Snap

GARDEN CITY RECREATION AND PARK NEWS

Youth Fall Roller Hockey Programs Announced

The Garden City Recreation & Parks Department will once again offer various roller hockey programs this fall for residents of the Inc. Village of Garden City from kindergarten thru 6th grade. Whether you played in the past or looking to get involved, there is no better time to sign up and experience all the fun. All programs take place at the roller rink located at Community Park.

Please read carefully as our offerings are slightly different with new days, division names and times offered.

Each participant is required to wear full equipment at all times. This includes a hockey helmet with a cage, hockey gloves, shin pads, elbow pads, roller blades, hockey stick, long pants, and a protective cup.

A description of each program we will offer is as follows:

PEE WEE BEGINNER CLINIC:

(Open to Kindergarten & 1st Grade) No experience is required in hockey or roller skating. This eight week clinic will introduce the sport of roller hockey and all the basic fundamentals in a fun & safe environment. The program will take place on Thursdays from 3:45 to 4:45 pm. beginning September 2nd at a cost of $105.00.

SQUIRTS BEGINNER + CLINIC:

(Open to Kindergarten & 1st Clinic) This beginner eight week program will continue to develop our young players through drills and scrimmages. This program will take place on Thursdays from 5 to 6 pm beginning September 2nd at a cost of $105.

2nd and 3rd GRADE (MITES DIVISION): Games will take place on Friday afternoons with either a 3:45 PM or 5:00PM game time depending on your child’s team schedule. Our season begins on September 3rd at a cost of $105.

4th, & 5th, & 6th GRADE (JUNIOR DIVISION): Games will take place on Friday evenings with either a 6:15 p.m. or 7:30 p.m. game time depending on your child’s team schedule. The season begins on September 3 at a cost of $105.00.

To register, please visit our office at 108 Rockaway Avenue, or if you have

a password, you can register online at www.gcreconline.gardencityny.net. For questions, please contact Andrew Karen by email at akaren@gardencityny.net.

Platform Tennis Membership Applications Available

A full use Platform Tennis resident membership covers the season beginning September 15, 2021 to April 30, 2022.  This membership is open to any individual who is a resident of the Inc. Village of Garden City.  It covers unlimited play for the membership holder only  under the rules and regulations set forth by the Garden City Recreation Department.  This membership will cover one opponent per membership holder during match play only. It does not cover guests at any other times or any programs or special events that the Recreation Department itself chooses to run. Said events would require an additional fee if applicable.

The fee for a full use membership will be $250.00.  To register for membership, please visit the Recreation Administrative Offices at 108 Rockaway Ave.  Checks should be made payable to the “Village of Garden City”.

If you are only available to play platform tennis in the evenings you might want to purchase an evening only resident membership.

This resident membership covers the season beginning September 15, 2021 to April 30, 2022 and for any holder covers unlimited play after 5 p.m. for membership holder only under the rules and regulations set forth by the Garden City Recreation Department. This membership is open to any individual who is a resident of the Inc. Village of Garden City.  This membership will cover one opponent per membership holder during match play only. It does not cover guests at any other times or any programs or special events that the Recreation Department itself chooses to run. Said events would require an additional fee if applicable.

The fee for membership will be $165.00.  To register for membership, please visit the Recreation Administrative Offices at 108 Rockaway Ave.  Checks should be made payable to the “Village of Garden City”.

GC Spartans win Merillon Summer Classic League

Middle row (left to right): Ben Fuschillo, Evan Glace, Lukas Hamilton, Johnny Bley, Sean Corrigan, Michael Manley.

Back row (left to right): Coaches Brad Wolk, Matt Glace, Miguel Lira.

Not pictured: Charlie Callahan, Will Debusschere and Coach Chris Fuschillo.

The Garden City Spartans U10 baseball team wrapped up its summer season in the Merillon Summer Classic League and won the U10 division, finishing with 7 wins and 1 loss. The team’s strong pitching and great defense only gave up 18 runs throughout the eight

game season. The offense consistently put pressure on the other teams by putting the ball in play, aggressively stealing bases and generating 70 runs over the course of the season. The team celebrated its winning season at TCBY.

Friends of the Library Pop-Up Book Sale

What are you doing on on Saturday, August 21? The Friends of the Garden City Public Library would like to invite you to join them at their Pop Up Book Sale from 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. in front of the library. If the weather doesn’ t cooperate, the sale will be held on the lower level of the library.

The Friends will be offering autographed books, current and recent bestsellers, as well as, large print books. In addition, the Friends have updated its children’s selections. Parents, grandparents, and teachers are invited to browse the books and delve into the Friends’ exclusive children’s collection. Several groups of books that are especially selected for children will be showcased.

In order to offer an outstanding experience, the Friends assembled a group of teen volunteers to review and cultivate a variety of what they thought would be the best books to educate and entertain your child. Bring the children in your life to experience an introduction to the magic of books and reading as a way to escape into your imagination and grow.

The Spartans: Front row (left to right): Patrick Turley, Sammy Wolk, Sebastian Lira-Bayona, Nico Davi, Gianluca Davi.

The boys celebrate their winning season at TCBY.

BEGINNER PROGRAM STARTS SEPTEMBER 9th FOR AGES 4-14 YEARS OLD

Classes held at Tully Park in New Hyde Park 7 week semester: September 9th to October 24th

Available times

4-5 YEARS OLD

Thurs 4:10-5pm Fri 4:10-5pm Sat 10:10-11am Sun 10:10-11am

6-9 YEARS OLD Thurs 5-6pm Thurs 7-8pm Fri 5-6pm Sat 1-2pm Sun 11-12pm Sun 1-2pm

10-14 YEARS OLD Thurs 6-7pm Fri 6-7pm Fri 7-8pm Sat 2-3pm Sun 12-1pm Sun 2-3pm

To register directly online or for more information please visit www.tigertennisacademy.com/new-hyde-park-kids-tennis-classes

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Rockville Centre, NY

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