The Garden City News (11/11/22)

Garden City Turkey Trot marks 45th year

Board, residents discuss St. Paul’s, process ahead

BY RIKKI MASSAND

At the Village Board of Trustees’ October 27 meeting members of the public as well as trustees debated the process ahead for St. Paul’s, and whether the Board should spend taxpayer funds on a construction cost estimator at this time.

The agenda for the meeting included an item to hire Westerman Construction to estimate the costs of possible construction at the St. Paul’s Main Building. The pro posed contract would have paid Westerman $69,000 for services. However, the Board decided to delay awarding the contract.

During the meeting, the trust

ees listened as residents shared views on whether or not there can be progress to the next step, and how the Mayor’s Committee on St. Paul’s has done its work during the past months.

Garden City’s final Town Hall meeting, which will solicit public input, will take place on Wednesday, November 16 at 7:30 p.m. at Garden City Middle School. The meeting’s topic is listed as “Demolition, Facadism, Adaptive Reuse – A Path Forward.”

Mayor’s Committee member Frank McDonough spoke about an October 26th Town Hall meeting

Long Island’s largest Thanksgiving Day road race will mark its 45th anniversa ry this November in Garden City! The annual Garden City Turkey Trot, a long standing community tradi tion, attracts runners from all over Long Island and beyond, including multi-gen erational families that have made the event a special part of their holiday.

Whether you’re continu ing the family tradition or ready to begin one, sign up is underway! Register online at www.gcturkeytrot.com to avoid late entry fees or in-person Thanksgiving Eve Wednesday, November

23, 2022 at St. Paul’s from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. or on race day Thursday, November 24 beginning at 8:00 a.m.

The Turkey Trot con sists of three races: the Challenger Division Race for courageous special needs athletes, a 1.4-mile Fun Run and a challenging 5 Mile Race. All three races start and finish in front of St. Paul’s on Stewart Avenue. The Garden City Turkey Trot will once again benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, the Muscular Dystrophy Association and The INN.

Pick up your race bib and race T-shirt on Wednesday

night, Thanksgiving Eve, November 23, at St. Paul’s between 6:00 and 8:30 p.m. Runners are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items for the Turkey Trot Food Drive. New this year is a sneaker collection.

The 2021 race drew nearly 7,000 runners and thousands of volunteers and spectators. The event is much more than a race. It is a well-es tablished family tradition for so many in the communi ty and beyond. Hundreds of volunteers - young and old alike - lend a hand and help make the race a success year after year.

Nassau Girl Scouts receive biggest donation in history

BY GARY SIMEONE

It was quite a shock for Nassau County Girl Scouts CEO Rande Bynum when she found out about the sizable donation to her non profit organization. In May of this year, $84.5 million was donated by Mackenzie Scott, ex-wife of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos to Gil Scouts of the USA. The Nassau County branch was one of twen ty-nine councils across the country

to receive a portion of the lump sum.

“It was very exciting news because our organization had never received a gift this large and unprecedented in our a hundred four year history,” said Bynum, whose headquarters is in Garden City. “I was initially shocked and actually thought it was spam-mail when I first received an email about the donation.”

Astronauts to test GC students’ theory

DAR sponsors food drive for veterans

Did you sign up for this year’s Garden City Turkey Trot?

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

A shift to the center?

Although the national elections are beyond the scope of this paper, and not something we usually cover, we happened to be finishing this issue on Wednesday morning as the election returns are rolling in.

Several pundits noted mixed results in races that seemed to indicate that vot ers were more likely to split the ticket than had been expected. One commen tator said it looked like voters were con sidering the quality of the candidates instead of just their party affiliations.

We think this is on the whole a good thing for the country. One of our big gest problems in recent years has been extreme polarization, and if this elec tion is any indication, voters are start ing to tire of political rhetoric.

Why is this relevant to local politics? Well, in Garden City in a few months there will be another election, for vil lage board. Like our national elections, local politics have become polarized: between FABGC and the POAs, as well as between the “Save St. Paul’s” and “Demolish St. Paul’s” crowds.

While it’s healthy to have competi tion in politics, we think the best solu tions are found when groups can meet in the middle and find consensus.

We hope that when residents go to the polls in the spring that they look first at the candidates’ skills and ability to work with others before looking at affiliations.

Solutions to problems are found when people are able to work together.

Penny wise; pound foolish

To the Editor:

All must exercise patience until the Board is satisfied that the candidate Westerman Co. is the right choice to be cost estimator, or another company is chosen, and it is known approximately when the results of the estimator’s work will be revealed.

I remember the words of Trustee Torino positing that the Committee, all of which are volunteers should be allowed as much time as needed to do its job properly. Obviously, this holds true for the Board, also entirely composed of volunteers, which must be given similar, if not more, such con sideration. The Board members have many responsibilities in addition to St. Paul’s oversight. Forcing an immediate vote on a cost estimator is imprudent. Haste makes waste.

Villagers should check out the stpaulsreport.org website for RFP and proposal information to truly acquaint themselves with the issue. The Board must articulate the basis of whatever decision it makes on such an important step towards the St. Paul’s solution. Right now, we do not know what review and analysis has been done other than that Westerman was lowest bidder. Generally, we get what we pay for. This Village can afford to pay for the best choice. Let’s do that. Then fashion a poll or survey to learn more about the thoughts and preferences of the resi dents pertaining to potential project cost, choice of option and uses.

Stephen G. Gorray

Town Hall postponed

To the Editor:

After much deliberation, the Committee to Demolish St Paul’s (FDEM) has decided to postpone our December 6th.

town hall which was to be dedicated exclusively to the case for demolition and a park. NO, we have not changed our goals and purpose. We have simply decided that we would not have enough information by early December to per

form an intelligent analysis. We would be often shooting in the dark.

WHY? Several reasons: 1) The cost estimator vote of the Trustees seems delayed for a variety of reasons;

2) The Mayor’s committee has yet to recommend final usage of a redeveloped building, partial or full facadism or dem olition; 3) The BOT seems divided and on the way forward; 4) the Board may decide to have a formal survey of resi dent preferences to narrow the choices of usage. We think that would be a good idea: 5) it is not out of the question that the March 15, 2023 Annual Village Election could produce new Trustees with different views; and 6) the calendar seems to dictate delays well into next year. That is, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years and “snow birds”leaving town until Spring, and not available to vote or attend meetings.

Thus, we could be wrong, but we see no final St Paul’s Village vote until well into 2023. When all these uncertainties are clarified FDEM will have more facts and something to “chew on.” For now Garden City’s St Paul’s debate seems far away from finalization. We will return when the clouds disappear.

George M. Salem

Note: The views stated above are strictly the opinions of the writer,and may differ with those of other members of FDEM.

Learn the facts

To the Editor:

Last Thursday I attended the third Town Hall meeting presented by the Mayor’s Committee for St. Paul’s. The subject was different types of demoli tion. This series of public sessions has highlighted the adaptive reuse of the building and façadism which is only preserving the facade of the building. Mayor Veneziale appointed this com mittee to decide the wide variety of possible ”next steps” that the Village needs to take to adapt St. Paul’s to current day needs….. or demolish it. Despite the building not being properly

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FABGC announces candidates for BOT

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For A Better Garden City (FABGC) is pleased to announce its first three candidates for the Garden City Board of Trustees.

Tom O’Brien

Tom O’Brien has been re-nomi nated as a candidate for the Board of Trustees from the Eastern Section of the Village of Garden City. Tom has served as Trustee and Deputy Mayor for the last two years, in addition to the Fire Commissioner last year. This year Tom continues to serve on the Traffic Committee, on the Board of Police Commissioners, is the Liaison Officer to the Board of Commissioners and Cultural and Recreation Affairs and the Chairperson of the Public Information Committee, responsible for the long awaited roll-out of the new interactive Village website in the beginning of the new year.

Bruce Chester

Bruce Chester has been re-nom inated as a candidate for the Board of Trustees from the Estates Section. In addition to being one the found ing members of REVAMP to fight the Third Track and MTA, Bruce is Chairperson of the LIRR Third Track Committee and has been instrumen tal in the continuing landscaping along the project as well as the con templated re-design of Main Street to limit the light and noise pollution for the residents in the northern Estates section. Bruce also serves on the Public Works and Finance and Audit Committees.

Michael Sullivan

We are extremely excited to nomi nate Michael Sullivan as a candidate for the Board of Trustees from the Western Section. Michael Sullivan grew up in Garden City and moved

back to the Village in 2000 with his wife, Jennifer, to raise their family. Michael has lived in town for more than 30 years. He and his wife have three sons - Brady, a 2019 graduate of GCHS, Kieran, a 2020 graduate of Chaminade HS, and James, who is currently a student at GCHS.

After graduating from Garden City High School in 1981, Michael attended the United States Merchant Marine Academy and earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Marine Engineering. He later attended New York University’s Leonard N. Stern School of Business, earning his MBA in Finance. In addition, Michael rep resented the United States of America in the 1988 Olympics in Seoul playing on the US Team Handball team.

Michael has spent many volun teer hours coaching youth sports. He coached for 11 years in the GC Thunder Football youth football pro

gram, and for 15 years in the Garden City Youth Lacrosse program. He also spent 5 years serving as President of the GC Youth Lacrosse program.

Michael is currently a Managing Director at Webster Bank, and has previously worked at GE Capital and Capital One where he gained exten sive experience underwriting lever aged finance, project finance, and equipment finance transactions.

FABGC is extremely proud to be announcing these three incredibly accomplished and dedicated resi dents of the Village of Garden City to run for the Board of Trustees. FABGC continues to interview candidates from the Central Section, although our absolute priority is identifying, interviewing and recruiting the best candidates for our Board of Trustees. Find out more at fabgc.org in the coming weeks.

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Rotary to Ring Bells for Salvation Army On Saturday Dec. 3

Each year during the holiday sea son, it is the tradition of the MineolaGarden City Rotary Club to assist with the Salvation Army’s Bell Ring project. On Saturday, December 3, Rotary vol unteers assisted by Scouts sponsored by St. Joseph’s Church will be manning the Salvation Army’s Red Kettle at the rear entrance of Kings market, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please stop by and help Rotary support this annual holiday ser vice program.

Dedicated to doing the most good for men, women and children who need it most, the Salvation Army of Greater New York serves more than 600,000 New Yorkers each year in over 140 community and social service pro grams. The organization also provides Thanksgiving and Christmas assistance in addition to serving food pantries, emergency rent programs and medical expenses for people in need throughout Nassau County.

The Mineola-Garden City Rotary Club includes its annual bell ringing to assist the Salvation Army as one of its many service projects and thanks Kings Supermarket for allowing the Club to ring the bells outside its store. Long time project chairperson Rotarian Bob Schoelle also thanks the many Garden City residents for their generosity.

Join Rotary to Usher in the Holidays; Holiday Luncheon Set for December 13

It’s not too soon to reserve to attend

Rotary’s annual Holiday Lunch set for Tuesday, December 13, 12 noon – 2 p.m. at the Garden City Hotel. Usher in the 2022 Holidays with good spir its networking, great food and fellow ship — plus a special performance by the renowned Garden City High School Chamber Orchestra, directed by Andrew Albani. There’ll be lots of good cheer, surprises and fellowship. To join us and to receive an emailed invitation, please email Meg Norris, Club president, at editor@gcnews. com.

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Rotarian Bob Schoelle, project organiz er for more than 30 years.

Rotarian Diana O’Neill with volunteer Scouts in 2021.

GC Scholarship Fund kicks off holidays with fundraiser

It’s a rite of passage for anyone in GC with a primary or elementary school child to attend the annual Harlem Wizards event each spring. It’s a fun, lively activity with enthu siastic teacher participation and great entertainment for the entire family! But did you know that it’s run by the Garden City Scholarship Fund? Have you ever heard of the Garden City Scholarship Fund? It’s the best kept secret in town!

The Garden City Scholarship Fund (GCSF) is an independent, not-for-profit organization that was formed in 1998 to offer scholarships and help bridge financial gaps for exceptional Garden City High School seniors. GCSF took over these efforts from the PTA Student Loan Fund and the Garden City Student Aid and Scholarship Fund, which had grant ed loans and scholarships for several decades. GCSF is not funded by the school district or PTA and relies exclusively on community fundrais ing and endowments.

To kick off the holiday season, GSCF will be hosting its next fundrais er on Wednesday, November 16, from 7 p.m.–10 p.m. at Novita restaurant (860 Franklin Avenue, Garden City). All (over 21) are invited to join in the festivities and enjoy Novita’s fine Italian fare and full open bar, meet the GCSF Board members and learn

more about how GCSF is dedicated to the students of Garden City. A 50/50 raffle will be held and each guest will be entered into a raffle for 4 NY Jets tickets (November 27, 1 p.m. game vs. the Chicago Bears at MetLife Stadium – Section 209, park ing included.)

Novita event tickets are $100 per person, with all profits going directly to the senior scholarships. To pur chase tickets or make a general dona tion, click on the QR code or visit www.gcscholarship.org.

Please tell GCHS seniors and their parents to keep an eye out for the scholarship applications in the mail in January.

EPOA to meet November 15

The Eastern Property Owners’ Association will host its next public meeting on Tuesday, November 15, at 7:30 p.m. at the Senior Center on Golf Club Lane. There will be updates on village and school issues from East Trustees as well as EPOA officers, directors, committee representatives and liaisons. As part of the EPOA’s mission to serve as a civic association and in anticipation of the holidays, the EPOA will be conducting its 4th Annual “Sock Drive” at its November meeting. The EPOA would like to encourage all attendees to please bring at least one pair of socks (new

socks only; greatest need is for black or dark-colored adult Cotten socks) to the meeting. All donations will be delivered to The INN (Interfaith Nutrition Network) in Hempstead. The 2023 EPOA Membership Drive is now underway. East residents are invited to join for $20 for 1-year member ship or $40 for 2-years of membership. Dues may be paid through Venmo (@GEPOA), PayPal (for to www.gce poa.org and click on membership) or by check. As a reminder, the EPOA consists of all volunteers but does have ongoing communication-related expenses. Thank you for your support.

GC’s bus safety program officially launched

On Nov. 7, Garden City Public Schools officially launched its new School Bus Safety Program with BusPatrol to tack le the pervasive issue of motorists ille gally passing stopped school buses and putting children at risk.

The safety program will see the entire school bus fleet at Garden City outfitted with advanced safety technol ogy, including AI-powered cameras to detect the license plates of vehicles that violate school bus safety traffic laws. The technology, installation and main tenance are provided at zero cost to the school district or taxpayers through BusPatrol’s violator-funded program.

Garden City is one of 28 school dis tricts across the Town of Hempstead to partner with BusPatrol to implement the program this month.

“Every day in New York State, 50,000 drivers blow past stopped school buses,” said Jean Souliere, CEO and founder at BusPatrol. “We are on a mission to change the driving culture — we cannot allow reckless and distracted drivers to endanger the lives of our children.”

The program is poised to go live at the start of December, following an educa

tion and awareness campaign to remind motorists of school bus safety laws. This back-to-school season, advertisements were published in local print, digital and broadcast media, announcing the partnership and reminding motorists of the importance of school bus safety. In addition, road signs are being installed in high violation areas. Starting Nov. 7, motorists who fail to stop for a stopped school bus with its stop-arm extended and red lights activated will receive a warning letter in the mail with no mon etary penalty.

It is illegal to pass a school bus that is stopped with its red lights flashing. According to New York State DMV, traf fic approaching from either direction must stop before reaching the bus:

• On a two-lane road.

• On multi-lane highways.

• On divided highways.

A first-time stop-arm violation car ries a fine of $250. Subsequence viola tions within an 18-month period are subject to a $25 increase, up to a max imum of $300. Learn more at: https:// www.stopforthebus.com/hempstead/

Photo and caption by Regina Moran

Toy drive to benefit The INN

The Mage family is holding its 12th annual toy drive to benefit the INN (Interfaith Nutrition Network). The INN is located in Hempstead and helps to feed and clothe people in need here on Long Island. The items will go to children in need and will help to make the lives of these children a little happier this holi

day season. Last year over 100 toys were collected from the residents of Garden City! A new, unwrapped toy can be dropped off at 57 Nassau Blvd. (back stoop please). Any type of new toy would be great! The deadline for toy donations is December 4. Thank you for your help!!

The Music of Sinatra comes to Adelphi PAC

Jim Altamore returns to Adelphi University to celebrate the music of Frank Sinatra accompanied by The New Millennium Jazz Band on Sunday, November 13. The afternoon of music will take place in Adelphi’s Performing Arts Center (PAC) and will feature Sinatra classics like “Come Fly With Me,” “I’ve Got You Under My Skin, ”“All Or Nothing At All,” “Summer Wind” and many, many more .

Altamore, a 1974 graduate of Adelphi, is a versatile singer of popular standards from the Great American Songbook. He has per formed around the world, highlight ed by a series of concerts in France in tribute to Sinatra, and has worked with artists such as Diana Ross and Spyro Gyra. He was the voice of Sinatra on Broadway in “A Bronx Tale” in which he sang Sinatra’s ver sion of “Fly Me to the Moon.”

On Altamore’s first album, “License to Swing”, he is backed by a sextet and interprets a num ber of great American Standards.

On his album, “Jim Altamore Celebrates Sinatra with the Cote Ouest Orchestra Live in France,” he is joined by a 40-piece orchestra to celebrate Sinatra and his contribu tion to the world of music.

“The Music of Sinatra with Jim Altamore” will begin at 3 p.m. in Adelphi’s PAC Concert Hall. The show will also be livestreamed for those unable to attend in person.

The live streaming of this perfor mance is generously sponsored by the Adelphi Women’s Giving Circle.

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Grace Mage with the toy donations for the INN from a previous drive.

Garden City Real Estate Market Information

165 Brixton Road

RECENT REAL ESTATE SALES IN GARDEN CITY

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

Mortgage Rates this week from www.nerdwallet.com Loan Term Interest Rate APR

30-year fixed 6.913% 7.027% 15-year fixed 6.006% 6.220% 5/1 ARM 6.410% 6.229%

Long Island Sales Data From One Key MLS Nassau County Median Sale Price

Month Current Year Prior Year % Change

Sept - 2022 $695,000 $660,500 5.2

Aug-2022 $700,000 $670,000 4.5

July-2022 $720,000 $670,000 7.5 June-2022 $719,500 $644,000 11.7

May-2022 $685,000 $635,000 7.9

Apr-2022 $668,000 $630,000 6.0

Mar-2022 $650,000 $600,000 8.3 Feb-2022 $650,000 $599,000 8.5

104 Fernwood Terrace

Date: 10/29/2022

Sold Price: $1,650,000

4 bedrooms, 3 full baths

Style: Colonial Lot size.18 acres

Total taxes: $25,323

MLS number: 3424324

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

The Buyer’s Team: Maria Lisa Caracciolo, Douglas Elliman Real Estate

Gracious brick center hall colonial situated in a prime location in the Estates section of the village. With eastern and western exposures this home is bathed in natural light. The grand foyer welcomes you into this classic home. Relax in the living room that is accented by the gas fireplace. Banquet size dining room can accommodate a large crowd. Updated kitchen with luxury appliances that include a Wolf range, Sub-Zero refrigerator, Sub-Zero wine fridge and center island will inspire your inner chef. The den is invit ing and has a door leading to the yard. Completing the 1st floor is the office and a full bath. The 2nd floor has a spacious landing and offers an airy primary suite that includes two large closets and full bath with steam shower. There are 3 additional bedrooms on this level. The full walk-up attic includes a cedar closet and tremendous storage space. This house is perfectly positioned on an 80 x 100 l. Walk to LIRR and High School.

26 Linden Street

Date: 10/27/2022

Sold price: $970,000

3 bedrooms, 2 full baths Style: Colonial Lot size: .11 acres

Total taxes: $13,767 MLS number: 3413439

The Seller’s Team: Lisa Heaney, Daniel Gale Sotheby’s Intl Realty

The Buyers Team: Cheryl Trimboli, Daniel Gale Sothebys Intl. Realty

is beautifully

The first floor encompasses a warm and inviting living room with wood burning fireplace, formal dining room, full bath, and eat-in kitchen with a spacious breakfast area. The tranquil, enclosed porch is also a highlight, and overlooks the meticulously landscaped backyard with a stunning, oversized patio. It is the perfect place for complete relaxation or entertaining. Upstairs, there are 3 bedrooms, including a spacious primary bedroom with a double custom closet. The hall bath has a spa-like feel and was updated in 2021. Additional recent updates include new roof, siding, and win dows (2021) and burner (2018).

Date: 11/04/2022

Sold price: $730,000

4 bedrooms, 2 full baths Style: Exp Cape Lot size: .15 acre

Total taxes: $17,801

MLS number: 3415196

The Seller’s Team: Aili Tracey, Douglas Elliman Real Estate

The Buyer’s Team: Aili Tracey, Douglas Elliman Real Estate

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Houses featured on this page were sold by various real estate agencies

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A giant leap for Garden City’s students

Four Garden City students who were chosen as part of the National Center for Earth and Space Science Education’s Student Spaceflight Experiments Program Mission 16 recently set up and sent their experiment for final prepa rations before its launch from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida next month.

The Student Space Experiment Team consisting of Garden City Middle School eighth grade students Bridget Coviello, Isabelle DeNoto, Samantha Racich and Elsie Ross video con ferenced with Nanoracks experts to ensure all procedures were properly followed as they loaded their samples into the mini-labs for the upcoming flight and ground experiments.

Led by Dr. Elena Casio, Garden City science curriculum coordinator, and Christine Lebenns, teacher facilitator and community program director, the students wrote an experi mental proposal, detailing every step so that the astronauts can perform their experiments at the International Space Station, according to their instructions.

Additionally, two students, Maggie Rogers and Sophia Cresciullo, drew flight mission patches that will also be flown to ISS. The Space X-26, which will carry the students’ microgravity experiment and mission patches, is scheduled to launch on Nov. 18, though the date is subject to change. The district is so proud of the team’s hard work and collabo ration with SSEP. Get ready for lift off, Garden City.

Garden City science curriculum coordinator Dr. Elena Casio and teacher facilitator Christine Lebenns stood with the Student Space Experiment Team (from left: Samantha Racich, Isabelle DeNoto, Bridget Coviello and Elsie Ross) as they held their experiment. Photo courtesy of Garden City Public Schools

The Student Spaceflight Experiments Program [or SSEP] is a program of the National Center for Earth and Space Science Education (NCESSE) in the U.S. and the Arthur C. Clarke Institute for Space Education internationally. It is enabled through a strategic partnership with Nanoracks LLC, which is working with NASA under a Space Act Agreement as part of the utilization of the International Space Station as a National Laboratory.

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DAR inspires

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Colonel Aaron Ogden Chapter NSDAR, Carla Hall D’Ambra, Regent, had their annual Day of Service with a food drive for the Nassau County Veterans Services Food Mart. Kellenberg Memorial High School sophomore, Olivia Jungkunst, a varsity soccer player and a volunteer with the schools S.A.L.T. program was inspired by Colonel Aaron Ogden Chapter’s Day of Service and decided to create her own Veterans Food Drive. Miss Jungkunst’s uncles are both veterans, so veterans hold a special place in her heart. Olivia liked the idea of the food mart where veterans can pick up food for free and be supported by their community. Olivia comes from a family of service, as her mother and cousins are retired or active NYPD officers and detectives.

In the month of October, Olivia got busy creating the food drive for the Nassau County Veterans food pantry. She distributed flyers to the businesses in her town, created an

Amazon link for people to donate food, set up weekly collec tions at her soccer practices, as well as collection drop-offs at the VFW 516 Hall in Farmingdale. VFW 516 past Post Commander Bill Yostpile presented Olivia with a check for $300 to kick off her food drive. In addition, Troop 46 of Farmingdale supported Olivia and the troop pitched in and collected food weekly for the food drive. Olivia spoke with a local business, Brooklyn Delights in Farmingdale, and the business donated over $1500.00 worth of food that was delivered to the Veterans Food Mart. To date, Olivia has collected and delivered over $6000 in food and toiletries to stock the Vet Mart shelves. Olivia also created an aware ness flyer to be shared with Nassau County Veterans to make them aware of the service.

Olivia also plays soccer for Long Island Soccer Club Girls Academy and is part of the Academy’s leadership program. She hopes to make this a yearly service project around Veterans Day. Chapter Regent Carla Hall D’Ambra said, “We are so proud of Olivia. She has done amazing work for the Vet’s Mart. She is a wonderful scholar-athlete, and we are thrilled that we inspired Olivia to make this food drive an amazing community service project.”

Olivia Jungkunst, a Kellenberg High School sophomore and Varsity Soccer player, created Food Raiser Drive

Olivia with VFW516 members who presented her with a check for $300 to kick off the food drive.

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The A.T. Stewart Exchange Consignment & Gift Shop

BY MELISSA JAEGER

Many thanks to all of you who helped to make the October Food Drive such a resounding success! We collected 13 bags

filled with groceries! The food items were donated to the Faith Mission in Mineola. The Faith Mission is a not-for-profit, estab lished in 1969, and its food pantry is run by

Mary Joesten and her group of hard-work ing volunteers. Don’t wait for a Food Drive to do something good. Drop your non-perishables at the Lutheran Church at the corner of Jefferson and Willis in Mineola on any Saturday morning!

With little over six weeks until Christmas, we will begin to kick into high gear for all your shopping needs. To help you focus, each week I will highlight some of the wonderful gift items we have for the holidays! We have something for (almost) everyone – children, women, men, home décor and decorations – and even our furry friends. To tempt you, we have already begun to put out our extensive line of Christmas-themed faux enamel hinged boxes. These are our number one seller! Remember: we have expanded holiday shopping hours on Wednesdays until 6:00 p.m. Please stop by to browse & buy.

• Starting Nov. 3rd, we have begun to accept high-end furs – minks, lynx, and fox – for consignment! While it may finally be getting a little chilly outside, there will be some hot sales. Fur consignments are done by appointment ONLY on Thursday afternoons (when we have our ladies with furrier expertise).

• Save the date for Dec. 2nd/3rd –The Garden City Historical Society Second Annual Holiday Village and Market (at the Senior Center). The Exchange will have a pop-up Shop at the Senior Center.

If you can’t make it into the Shop, please shop online at www.atstewartexchange. org and pick up your purchases at the Exchange. We also post photos and mer chandise on The Garden City Historical Society website, the AT Stewart Exchange Facebook and on the AT Stewart Exchange Instagram pages. We sure do get around!

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 pro ceeds from the Shop sales directly benefit TGCHS. In addition to our best sellers – jewelry (costume and fine), lamps, mir rors, and crystal (Waterford, Baccarat, Tiffany) -- we take/accept silver, pock etbooks, china, furniture, artwork, and collectibles. All items are in new or nearly new condition.

We accept consignments Wednesday through Friday, 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., by appointment ONLY. This is done to safeguard customers, consignors, and volunteers. Appointments keep down the numbers of people in the Shop and reduces wait-times to consign. Please call (516)746-8900 to set up an appointment. Unsure if your items are appropriate to consign? Email photos to store@atstewart exchange.org and be sure to include sizing info. You will generally receive a response the same day.

Remember: all the profits from the Consignment Shop support the mainte nance and upkeep of TGCHS Museum. Old World Quality will be working to repair and re-paint the back of the Museum. They recently constructed scaffolding at the entrance to the Shop. We will remain open throughout this process and precau tions will be taken to protect customers entering the Shop. Thanks for your gener ous support!

The shop is located at 109 Eleventh Street.

Shop Hours: Mon – Fri: 10–4 p.m., (Wednesdays until 6 p.m.) Sat: Noon–4 p.m.

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

Volunteers at the food pantry.

Melissa Jaeger and Mary Joesten with donated food items.

Gas odor

On November 2nd Garden City Police and Firefighters responded to a residence for a smell of gas and deter mined the cause was a faulty washing machine.

Aggressive driving

A motorist on Rockaway Avenue on November 2nd was charged with multiple aggressive driving violations, including excessive speed.

Vehicle impounded

A vehicle deemed as a scofflaw by the Garden City Court for unpaid tick ets was impounded from Kellum Place on November 2nd.

Track work

On November 2nd Garden City Police responded to a railroad gate malfunctions on New Hyde Park Road and Nassau Boulevard and deter mined the cause to be ongoing track work in the area.

Vehicle damaged

A vehicle parked on the Adelphi campus was reportedly damaged by unknown means on November 2nd.

Smoke condition

On November 3rd Garden City Police and Firefighters responded to a residence for a smoke condition and determined it was exhaust from a dryer vent.

Leaving the scene

On November 3rd a vehicle report edly left the scene after being in a colli sion with another auto on 11th Street.

Suspended license

A motorist on Clinton Road on November 3rd was charged with driv ing with a suspended license and dis tracted driving (cell phone).

Outstanding warrant

As a result of a traffic stop inves tigation on Hilton Avenue on November 3rd, a 30-year-old man was arrested for an out standing warrant for endangering the welfare of a minor.

Excessive speed

A motorist on Rockaway Avenue was charged with driving with a suspended license and exces sive speed on November 4th.

False alarm

On November 4th Garden City Police and Firefighters responded to a residence for a fire alarm and determined it was acti vated by contractors in the home.

Defective brakes

A truck driver on Clinton Road on November 4th was charged with driving with a suspended license and defective brakes.

Unauthorized withdrawals

On November 4th Garden City Police investigated a report of multi ple unauthorized withdrawals from a victim’s online bank account.

Vehicle damaged

A vehicle was reportedly damaged by unknown means while parked in an Old Country Road Parking Field on November 4th.

Unlicensed operation

A motorist on Stewart Avenue on November 4th was charged with unli censed operation, excessive speed, and improper license plates.

Suspicious bag

On November 4th Garden City Police responded to the Garden City railroad station for a suspicious unattended bag. Upon investigation, the item belonged to a nearby person and was not deemed suspicious.

Door damage

Officers inves tigated a report of youths damaging the front door of a Manor Road residence on November 5th, and then fleeing the area

Veterans honored

Officers monitored the 42nd Infantry Veterans Day ceremony at Rainbow Monument on November 5th.

Suspended license

A motorist on Franklin Avenue was charged with driving with a sus pended license and passing a red traf fic light on November 5th.

Panel damaged

On November 5th Garden City Police investigated a report of youths damaging an advertising panel at the Stewart Manor railroad station.

Construction alarm

On November 5th Garden City Police and Firefighters responded to a residence for a fire alarm and deter mined it was activated by construc tion in the home.

Unlicensed operation

On November 5th a motorist on Old Country Road was charge with unli censed operation and excessive speed.

Assault arrest

Officers responded to the Garden City Hotel on November 6th and arrest ed a 26-year-old female for alleged ly punching another female causing facial injuries. She was charged with assault.

Leaving the scene

On November 6th Garden City Detectives arrested a 24-year-old female for a November 3rd incident on Kellum Place. According to police the woman left the scene after crash ing her vehicle into an unoccupied vehicle.

Unauthorized account

On November 6th Garden City Police A victim’s identity was stolen and used to open an unauthorized bank account.

Suspended license

A motorist on Franklin Avenue was charged with driving with a sus pended license and operating a cell phone on November 6th.

Identity theft

On November 7th a victim reported that their identity was stolen and used to open multiple unauthorized bank and cash app accounts.

Vehicle damaged

On November 7th a motorist on New Hyde Park Road said another vehicle left the scene after striking and damaging her sideview mirror.

Excessive speed

A motorist on Rockaway Avenue was charged with driving with a sus pended license and excessive speed on November 7th.

Energy Audit

I recently requested the Village Administrator and Building Superintendent begin an energy audit of all Village buildings to improve ener gy usage, as well as to seek NYSERDA grants and rebates for proposed ener gy conservation improvements. Local utility companies also have incentive programs for photovoltaic energy sys tems and electric automobile charging stations the Village will be investi gating. Village Administrator Ralph Suozzi and Building Superintendent Giuseppe Giovanniello will be work ing to identify professionals who have expertise in this area, reach ing out to government agencies such as NYSERDA and NYPA to tap into their resources. They also plan to seek information from other entities such as PSEGLI to understand what they offer customers looking to mod ernize and improve the efficiency of buildings through a combination of new technologies and infrastructure improvements. In addition, we will seek out other industry professionals and companies to look for opportu

that we can formu late capital improve ments that will reduce operating costs of the Village.

Edgemere Firehouse RFPs

Progress is con tinuing to be made on the implemen tation of the rec ommendations of the Fire Safety Committee I formed.

The Edgemere Firehouse Request

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For Proposals (RFPs) were received by the Village and are currently under review. The RFPs were for the alter ation and restoration of Station No. 2 based on the structural analysis pre pared by Old Structures Engineering, P.C. and program developed with the Garden City Fire Department. Should you have any questions regarding the renovations that are proposed I suggest you contact Trustee Bruce Torino, who is the Fire Commissioner

Proposals (RFP) for a comparative analysis of building alteration and renovation versus demo lition of the Saint Paul’s Complex, along with three responses and progress drawings are all available for review on the Village website, www.gardencityny.net, under the “RFPs and Bids on Village Projects” tab on the left side of the homepage. The three posted respons es came from AYON Studio Architecture + Preservation, Inc.; Westerman Construction Co., Inc.; and Acheson Doyle Partners Architects, P.C. The RFPs issued and the respons es received were for the purposes of obtaining a professional cost estima tor experienced with historic build ings. At the November 17th Board of Trustees meeting, Trustees will be asked to vote on securing the ser vices of a professional cost estimator

Mayor’s Committee on St. Paul’s Town Hall November 16th

The Mayor’s Committee on St. Paul’s will hold its next Town Hall on November 16 at Garden City Middle School at 7:30 p.m. The Committee will hold a Q&A and make recommen dations to the Board of Trustees. For more information visit www.stpaul sreports.org. Residents are encour aged to attend the town hall meetings.

Village Hall Renovations

The Finance Department has tem porarily moved due to Village Hall renovations. Documents for the Finance Department, such as appli cations or payments, (e.g., water and tax payments, parking permit applica tions, etc.), can be placed in a lock box located in the Building Department on the second floor of Village Hall, Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. During off hours, documents may be placed in a lock box located at the Police Department. Any questions or requests for an in-person meeting with a member of the Finance Department, please call 465-4166 to schedule an

Mayor

Historical Society plans Holiday Village & Market

Christmas might feel like it’s far away, but the weeks will fly by and the countdown will soon begin. The Holiday Village & Market, on December 2 and 3, will have a care fully curated array of local business es and artisan brands offering every thing you need this holiday season, all without having to leave Garden City.

Shop fun stocking fillers and hand-crafted decoration, gorgeous fashion; home, garden and personal accessories, delicious food and wines. There will also be art, baby and chil dren’s clothes and toys; fine, faux & vintage jewelry, heirloom-quality wreaths.

A Festival of Trees, sponsored and lavishly decorated by generous and talented local designers, businesses and organizations - Coach Realtors, Compass and the Property Owners Associations (POAs) - will be auc tioned, along with fabulous raffles to bid on.

Friday December 2, kicks off the Benefit Preview Cocktail Party at the Garden City Community Senior Center — once again generously underwrit ten by Mary Jane and Tom Poole. Offering early access to luxe gifts for everyone, while enjoying festive cocktails and lavish hors d’oeuvres. Tickets are $75 and can be easily purchased using the QR code in this article, or at the A.T. Stewart

Exchange in the Historical Society, at 109 Eleventh Street.

Saturday December 3, the Holiday Market opens 11–4, with free admis sion. The Holiday Village, at the 1872 Historical Society Museum next door, will have Santa holding court and lots of other delights for chil dren, from 11–4.

A visitor from last year remarked, “It's a great shopping experience as well as a super event to share and enjoy with friends and family. Seven of us went together and spent a for tune between us, but enjoyed picking out gifts together.”

Plan to share a wonderful day with friends and family, and soak up the festive atmosphere at the Holiday Village & Market!

Cameo Habille brooch, Victorian era. Shell, diamonds, gold border from Worldly and Wise Vintage.

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GC students band together for Band Day

On Oct. 29, band students from across the Garden City school dis trict gathered at Garden City High School’s home football game against New Hyde Park to participate in the 4th annual All-District Band Day.

Students in grades four through eight were warmly greeted at the football field entrance by the high school marching band, with neon signs directing them where to go. Once the students were gathered in the stands, the band played pep band music with the younger musi cians. This collaborative experience fostered strong musical connec tions throughout the district’s band department. Students spent the after noon connecting and learning from one another. At any moment, one could hear the high school musicians coaching the elementary school stu

dents on their instruments and col laborating on what to play next.

This was a victory game for the high school’s football team, and a victory for the community at large.

Amanda Hauser, district coordina tor of music and the arts, said, “The afternoon was filled with energy, connection, smiles and Garden City pride. Not only did the band students have an opportunity to learn and grow from one another, but they also had the unique opportunity to see how music has the power to bring a community together. Athletes, cheerleaders, kickline, musicians, parents, grandparents, neighbors, coaches, teachers and administra tors gathered together on a beautiful afternoon to celebrate and support one another.”

Garden City High School Marching Band Director Daniel DellaMonica and Mr. Psenicka played their instruments alongside the students.

Stratford School students Alexa Corrigan and Kate Foley were all smiles sitting next to Mrs. Bader in the stands.

Garden City High School marching band drum majors Jonathon Sanasie and Alessandra DeAlbuquerque posed with younger band members.

Photos courtesy of Garden City Public Schools

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Environmental Advisory Board shares home winterization tips

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At the October 19, 2022 meet ing of Garden City’s Environmental Advisory Board (“EAB”), John Reilly shared timely tips about home winter ization to help residents realize ener gy savings this winter. This program is part of the EAB’s community out reach on environmental issues. Taking steps to winterize your home can not only achieve energy savings but also help obtain more comfortable living conditions, prevent weather-related damage, avoid unnecessary repairs, protect health and safety, and pre pare for weather-related events. Slides from the program are available on the EAB page of the Village website, and the information was gathered from online resources including PSEG, the National Weather Service, and the

U.S. Department of Energy. Links to those resources are included on the last slide.

Installing a smart or programma ble thermostat was discussed as an efficient way to adjust the heat based on your needs and avoid unnecessary energy usage. Winterizing tips were shared that not only help to keep your home warm in the winter months, but also keep it cool during the summer months. These tips include: proper ly insulating your attic, caulking and weatherstripping doors and windows, having furnaces, boilers and chimneys serviced annually to keep them run ning efficiently, and insulating exposed pipes. The importance of cleaning out gutters after all leaves have fallen, winterizing your lawn sprinkler sys tem, and properly disconnecting and draining garden hoses were other tips considered key steps to winterizing

your home.

For saving on electric bills, the pre sentation shared that residents may consider changing to LED bulbs or compact fluorescent lightbulbs (CFLs), which can reduce energy needed for lighting by 75 percent or more. The program discussed solar power and geothermal heating and cooling sys tems, long-term energy saving invest ments, as well as the availability of free energy efficient home assessments through PSEG. Residents were cau tioned to consider whether any partic ular home energy improvement makes financial sense with a timely and ade quate return on investment which they can afford. The program highlighted inexpensive and practical actions resi dents can take to save energy.

Echoing the Garden City Fire Department’s recommendations, the EAB presentation suggested residents

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include in their winterization plans installation and testing of smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors (with battery backups), as well as mak ing sure they are prepared with readily accessible emergency supplies. It is further recommended that your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors be connected to a 24/7 central monitor ing station staffed with highly trained operators who can respond immediate ly to any incoming alarm event. In the event that your system alarms go off, an alert is sent directly to the central monitoring station which will contact the Fire Department.

Garden City’s EAB welcomes all residents to attend its monthly meet ings either in person or by Zoom. The dates and topics can be found on the Village calendar and on the EAB page of the Village website, www.gardenci tyny.net.

We’re looking for writers in our community to compose ar ticles 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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Garden City’s Colonel Aaron Ogden Chapter of NSDAR sponsored a food drive for the Nassau County Veterans Services Vet Mart. DAR members and Veterans volunteers Louise Ryder, Jan Pepe and Carla Hall D’Ambra delivered food recently donated by generous local residents.

The Vet Mart provides quality food items to Nassau County veteran house

holds experiencing food insecurity. The Vet Mart is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. – 12, where they can pick up food and pantry items. The Vet Mart is always in need of food and would truly appreciate donations. The Vet Mart and VA clinic are adjacent to Nassau University Medical Center in Building Q.

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PhotograPhy history

This is a photograph of the Lord & Taylor parking lot in the 1950s. It may even be from when Lord & Taylor opened in 1956. All those ‘50s cars would be worth a fortune today if they were still around and in good shape.

It’s interesting to note that car manufacturers converted their plants to pro duce military equipment during WWII. So after the war in the 1950s cars kinda looked like tanks in their sheer size and amount of metal used - didn’t they?

That’s Golf Club Lane in the upper right. Lord & Taylor closed in 2020 ending a 90 year era of department stores in Garden City going back to 1930 when Best and Co. opened in Garden City.

GCHS Class of 2002’s 20th reunion

of 2002” at: https://facebook.com/ groups/462330748828201 or the class Instagram page: @gchs_class2002. Please purchase tickets no later than November 14. Tickets are $120 and can be purchased via Venmo to @meg-jermain.

Garden City students

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GCHS to present “Twelve Angry Jurors”

Garden City High School is pleased to announce its upcoming production of Twelve Angry Jurors. Performances will be held at Garden City High School on Thursday, Nov. 17, at 4 p.m., Friday, Nov. 18, at 7 p.m., and Saturday, Nov. 19, at 7 p.m.

jurors ready to declare the defendant guilty—all except for one. As the sole dissenter plants seeds of doubt among her peers, tension ramps up, arguments ensue and the fate of the defendant hangs in the balance.

Performers at the Argyle Theater in Babylon took center stage for the the ater’s production of “The Wizard of Oz.”

Ahead of Stewart Elementary School’s January production of “The Wizard of Oz,” fifth grade students from Stewart and Stratford elementary schools traveled to the Argyle Theater in Babylon to see its version of the famous play.

As Dorothy traveled down the infa mous yellow brick road, students sat in awe as they took in the produc tion’s dazzling scenery, acting, singing and dancing. Students had the unique chance to ask the cast questions after

From left: Amir Ali, Gianiel Galarza, and Owen Murphy excitedly posed before the start of the show.

the performance and gained an insider’s perspective on what life as a performer is truly like. The trip and performance provided students with an inspiring and unforgettable theater experience.

Stewart Elementary School will be performing the youth edition of “The Wizard of Oz” on Jan. 31 and Feb. 1, at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. Stratford Avenue Elementary School will be perform ing “Aladdin, Jr.” on Feb. 8 and 9, at 9:30 a.m. and 7 p.m.

Photos courtesy of Garden City Public Schools

Based on the Emmy award-winning television movie by Reginald Rose and adapted for the stage by Sherman L. Sergel, “Twelve Angry Jurors” takes audiences into the deliberation room, where a jury will decide on the verdict in a capital trial. At first, it seems like an open-and-shut case with all of the

General admission tickets can be pur chased for $12, while student and senior citizen tickets are $10. The Thursday, Nov. 17, performance is free to senior citizens. Tickets can be purchased in advance by visiting gchsny.booktix. com. For more information or group sales, please contact (516) 478-2474.

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The Welcoming Club of Garden City

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Ladies Night is Almost Here!

Please join us on November 17th for our Fall Ladies Night at REVEL, one of The Welcoming Club’s Premier Sponsors! We are so excited to bring you this fabulous event, which is sure to be a great time for all! Tickets include passed Hors d’oeuvres, drinks, a special gift bag for all, and of course amazing raffles! Proceeds from this night will go to the Long Island Alzheimer’s & Dementia Center. Tickets are on sale!

Seeking Sponsors

The Welcoming Club is actively seeking local businesses and merchants to spon sor the 2022-2023 season. Sponsorships start at just $250 for the year and are a great way to promote your business across Welcoming Club social media channels and at our events throughout the year. Sponsorship donations are tax deductible and 100% of the sponsorship fee goes directly to this year’s chosen chari ty, Long Island Alzheimer’s & Dementia Center. For more information, please email Philanthropic Chair Lindsay Weber at GCPhilanthropic@gmail.com.

Upcoming Events

Santa Claus is Coming to Town!

The annual Santa Brunch is back! This family-fun event will take place on Saturday, December 3, from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. at the Stewart Manor Country Club. This festive holiday cele bration includes breakfast, music, and a visit from the big man himself, Santa! A merry time will be had by all, big or small!

Mark Your Calendar Book Club

The Book Club’s December book will be “Verity” by Colleen Hoover. The next meeting will be held on Tuesday, December 6th. If you are interested in attending, please email Welcomingclubbookclub@ gmail.com for meeting time and place.

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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 interest ed 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. If interested, please con tact Ellen (Diller05@aol.com), Carol (santa060@yahoo.com), or Liz (mcdea@

aol.com).

Bunco

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 con tact 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 wel comingclubtoddleractivities@gmail. com for more information.

Come join the fun and make a differ ence! We invite you to join the club! For just $50 a year, you will have access to lots of great events and many fun mem bers-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.

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Fixing the election system

BY BOB MORGAN, JR.

This is written on the day before Election Day. I obviously do not know the results and I will attempt to deal with them in next week’s column.

Nevertheless, before this long election cycle fades into history, both parties should consider reasonable, bipartisan steps that can be taken to improve the electoral process while making it transparent and appear fairer. None of this is to approve the denial by some of the 2020 elec tion result. As I’ve said many times, once it became clear that President Donald Trump did not have proof of a fraudulent election, he should have conceded the election or, at a minimum, at least announce that he was not going to contest the results further.

One obvious improvement would be to lessen the amount of time that it takes to count the ballots. Right now it looks like it will take many days to determine the results of many races, including in such key states as Pennsylvania and Michigan. A frequent pattern is that rural and suburban areas will give Republican candidates a significant advantage on election night, which will then be followed by slow counts over a number of days in big urban areas, which will reduce or wipe out the GOP advantages. Justified or not, the lumbering pace of these counts will produce claims and suspicions of fraud. In some other states, like California, which counts votes received for a week after the election (if postmarked timely), it can take many weeks to arrive at final counts, largely due to permissive rules in counting paper ballots.

It doesn’t have to be this way. In the past, and with the exception of the virtually tied result in 2000, the results of very close presiden tial elections in 1948, 1960, 1976 and 2016 were known conclusively by the morning after the election. In 2020, on the other hand, even the official call of the race, which was hotly disputed by President Trump, was not made until the Saturday after the election. This year, we likely

will also have to wait for days. Other countries do not have delays of the kind you see here. This year, France, Israel and even Brazil got election results out quickly.

While some of the delays are attributable to the proliferation of paper ballots, these votes can be han dled efficiently. Florida cleaned up its act after the 2000 election debacle by allowing efficient processing of mailed ballots (including from large urban areas) and early inclusion in the count. In 2020 definitive results in a pretty close presidential race were available around midnight.

Especially since, under our sys tem, races for federal offices are con ducted on a state level, perhaps there should be some consensus between the states on best practices in con ducting elections. To be clear, I am not suggesting a federal law of the type recently proposed by the Biden Administration, which highlighted only Democratic proposals and was likely unconstitutional.

There could be a bipartisan com mission that develops a uniform model election law for consideration and adoption by state legislatures. The aims of the model code would be a balance between voting integrity and security on one hand and rela tively simple and user friendly pro cedures on the other, with a further aim of speeding up the count.

Obviously, there would have to be tradeoffs. For example, a uniform requirement of voter identification might be required and also a ban on ballot harvesting and drop boxes, On the other hand, absentee balloting might be allowed on a no excus es basis (if a ballot is specifically requested by a voter) and states required to have specified number (maybe seven) of early voting days. As noted above, the Florida model would be used for counting ballots rapidly, with a hard requirement that ballots must be received by Election Day. None of these pro posals are etched in stone, but there is a strong national interest in an elections process that inspires confi dence across party lines.

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Florence Burger Fitzgerald

Dorothy “Dot” Burger was born on July 18, 1931, one of the children of Florence & Charles Burger in an ItalianCatholic/Dutch-Protestant home. They lived in The Bronx and moved to Queens in 1947. Dorothy enjoyed school and was passionate about show business and she had a lifetime love of New York City. She won art and academic awards and one of her kindergarten “masterpiec es” hangs in her granddaughter’s home today! Never shy, her razor-sharp mem ory was impressive, and continued into her nineties (to include her encyclope dic knowledge of Broadway and movie musicals). Although she made her own clothes, she also mastered the art of dis count shopping. Her family joined Sun & Surf Beach Club in Atlantic Beach, Long Island, in 1948 which became sig nificant throughout much of her life – Dot met her future husband of 70 years and the love of her life, James E. Fitzgerald, Jr., there. They continued to be members for many years as they built their family of four daughters, Diane, Susan, Carol and Patricia.

Dot was born to be a mom and home maker. She was a 1950s stay-at-home mom, but there was nothing traditional about her. She was creative, clever and

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had the best ideas, like the pumpkin costumes she made for her girls for Halloween that won neighborhood park awards for several years! Sewing played an important role in The Fitzgerald Household. One of the girls, Carol, made a career of it eventually designing pro tective gear for the US Army. Baking did, too, and daughter Trish shared Dot’s interest in cooking and baking; in fact, Trish made it her after-school sport and would go home to cook with her mother! In short order, Trish became a professional chef and baker.

Dot inspired her daughters in other ways, too – her strong work ethic and approach to “if you’re going to do it, you should do it well” were apparent in everything she did, and these char acteristics were inherited by her girls. Pride of work was apparent, too, in the matriarch of this lively family!

Over the years, Dot gave her time and talents to many school and com munity activities including St. Anne’s Parish in Garden City, NY and to Sacred Heart – Our Lady of Good Counsel in Cutchogue, NY. Her personal prefer ence for having fun was at the center of almost everything she did. Outgoing, social and the life of the party, the chil dren of dear friends confessed many years later to calling her “Hot Dot”

because she was so cool!

Dot always focused on and enjoyed family-oriented activities, which frequently involved lifelong fami ly friends—so many of whom she remained good friends with through the decades. Family vacations at Lake George in upstate NY and Skytop in the Poconos were always highlights! And then there were those annual Christmas Eve parties with so many friends and family—showing off Dot’s impeccable entertaining talents.

As the girls grew older, Dot worked primarily in the retail business. But the greatest work experience for Dot was as a tour escort for 15+ years – a liv ing education and so much fun for her and the passengers! She even became a licensed NYC sightseeing guide. Some years later, Dot was the navigator in the chase vehicle for five of Diane & Burt’s motorcycle tours in the Pacific Northwest! When Dot & Jim moved to downtown Chicago in 2014, she became an avid student of their new city, espe cially its architecture and many cultur al offerings.

Sue is the mother of grandchildren, Emily and Sean. When Emily was born, Dot chose “Dotsie” as her grand mother’s name. That nickname is used more often than not by family & friends.

Dot was your friend for life, which she proved to you by her famous and fabulous notes, and mailing you various clippings and remembering your birth day and special occasions. She gave new meaning to handwritten notes as a way of staying connected to those she loved

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Dorothy

Dorothy Florence Burger Fitzgerald

PTA Parent Speaker Series Continues

Join the PTA and parents throughout the District for our next Speaker Series presenta tion, happening on November 21, 7 p.m., in the GC High School auditorium. We’ll be joined by David Flood for a session on social-emotional development in our children. This session will be accompanied by student presentations hap pening at the High School and Middle School during the school day on Nov. 21 and 22. Check out our website and recent newsletter for teas er videos and more information on what to expect from this great session. We’ll see you there!

Holiday Pop-Up Shop

Did you miss the PTA’s annual fall sports wear fundraiser? Need gift ideas for family, alumni and GC friends? Check out the PTA’s virtual Holiday Pop-up sale! Orders for great gift items and GC gear are now being taken. But don’t delay — the ordering system will close in on Nov. 13! Don’t miss this final chance to place your holiday orders for GC gear and support the PTA at the same time! Visit gar dencitypta.org/sportswear for the link to our product line-up and more!

Mark Your Calendars!

Get your pencils ready to mark these important upcoming dates for the PTA and your schools:

• Nov. 12: Sportswear Pick-up for Fall Orders

• Nov. 13: Holiday Pop-up Sportswear Ordering Closes

• Nov. 15: Board of Education Meeting @ 8:15 p.m.

Garden City PTA News Enriching Special Adults presents “Spelling to Communicate” expert

• Nov. 15: High School PTA Meeting @ 9:15 a.m. - VIRTUAL

• Nov. 16: Joint Primary PTA Meeting @ 9:30 a.m.

• Nov. 16: Middle School PTA Meeting @ 7:30 p.m. - VIRTUAL

• Nov. 23: Early Dismissal

• Nov. 24–25: No School – Thanksgiving Break

Join Us on the PTA!

Did you know that last year the Garden City PTA had 2030 members and donated nearly $125,000 to our seven schools in the form of grants and programming? This year, we are aiming for 100% membership and an even stronger impact! It’s not too late to join our crew! Whether you support our work with your membership, or you have the time to vol unteer, we want YOU aboard!

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Five Griffith siblings and their families in Garden City have linked arms with Enriching Special Adults, Inc., to sponsor a “ Meet the S2C Practitioner Kelly Berg. ” This is a free communi ty Q & A event for parents and educators who would like to find out more about this Spelling to Communicate method. Ms. Berg practices with the Growing Kids Therapy Center in Herndon, Virginia.

Come hear the testimony of four families who say they were absolutely blown away with this

earth-shattering discovery: that their non-speaking adult children could spell when provided this method. In just one session par ents witnessed something that astonished them.

The families want to spread the word so that every non-speaker can have access to real communi cation. The event will take place on Saturday, November 19, from 4–6 p.m. at the Senior Center, 6 Golf Club Lane, Garden City. Please RSVP at enrichingspe cialadults@gmail.com

Let your voice be heard!

Is there an issue in your community you want to discuss? Want to respond to something you saw in our paper? Then write a letter to our editor and bring it to everyone’s attention! Send your letter to editor@gcnews.com and we’ll publish it for you!

Locked in the Library Halloween Party

Teen Crafternoon: Pumpkin Painting

Teens have fun decorating mini pumpkins using acrylic paint during Teen Crafternoon: Pumpkin Painting for Community Service, which was held on Saturday, October 15, at the Library.

Teens chat and have pizza during the sixth annual Locked in the Library Halloween Party, which was held after hours on Friday, October 21, at the Library.

It’s What’s Happening for Young Adults through the Library

GCPL Tweens and Teens Best Books 2023 Committee: Volunteers Needed!

The Tweens and Teens Department is looking for tweens and teens in Grades 6-12 to volunteer to provide feedback on recently published Young Adult books as part of our Tweens and Teens Best Books 2023 Committee! Eligible books are those published between October 1, 2022 and December 5, 2023, and aimed at tweens and teens in Grades 6–12.

Volunteers will be asked to read books on the Tweens and Teens Department’s monthly reading lists beginning with December 2022 and then write a 300-word review. Volunteers can also nominate a book not on our lists as long as it's published between October 1, 2022, and December 5, 2022, and the Library owns a physical copy in the Young Adult collection. Volunteers will earn community service credit.

Credit for both reading and writing reviews on new books in the Library’s Young Adult Collection. The feedback used throughout the year will help the Young Adult Librarians compile the Best Books list for the year in December 2023.

There are no requirements on how many books a volunteer must read and volunteers can read however many new books they are able to throughout the year. Volunteers can get credit for books they do not finish, as long as they provide 300-word feedback as to why they chose not to finish the book. The committee may meet throughout the year if there is interest, but volunteers are not required to attend meetings and can still participate by reading and pro viding feedback on recent Young Adult books.

If interested, please sign-up to join the committee by visiting Garden City Public Library’s website at https:// www.gardencitypl.org/tweens-teensbest-books-2023-committee/ or for more information, please contact the Young Adult Department at https://www.gar dencitypl.org/young-adult-department/ contact-the-young-adult-tweens-teensdepartment/.

Tree Ornaments for Community Service:

Snowflake Ornaments

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

For the month of December orna ments will be snowflakes, which will be used to decorate the Tweens and Teens

Ornament Tree in January. Registration begins Tuesday, December 13, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardenci typl.org). Completed ornaments must be returned by December 22 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 communi ty 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.

Teen Crafternoon:

Fleece Winter-Tied Pillow

Join us on Saturday, December 3, at 3 p.m. for Teen Crafternoon: Fleece Winter-Tied Pillow! This program is for tweens and teens in Grades 6–12 only.

Registration begins Tuesday, November 22, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Participants will make a cozy winter-themed pillow with no sewing involved for the holi days. Teens who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Teen Advisory Board Meeting

The next meeting of the Teen Advisory Board will be held on Tuesday, December 6, at 4 a.m. Registration begins Tuesday, November 29, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www. gardencitypl.org). The meeting is for tweens and teens in Grades 6–12. If you are interested in helping to come up with programming ideas, volunteer ideas, or social media outreach ideas for tweens and teens in Grades 6–12, con sider joining the Teen Advisory Board. Online applications are available at https://www.gardencitypl.org/teen-ad visory-board-application/ Applicants should be in Grades 6–12.

Volunteers Needed: LEGO Club

Volunteer to help children Grades K–5 during the monthly Children’s program LEGO Club! The December session will be held on Wednesday, December 7. The LEGO Club program runs from 4 p.m.–4:45 p.m. Volunteers are asked to arrive at 3:30 p.m. to help set-up before the start of the program and stay after to help clean up until 5:15 p.m. Volunteers must be in Grades 6–12 only. Registration to volunteer begins Tuesday, November 29, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardenci typl.org). This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Tween Thursdays: Scratch Art

Join us on Thursday, December 8, at 4 p.m. for Tween Thursdays: Mini Canvas Painting. Tweens will receive paint and a mini canvas to paint on. This program is for tweens in Grades 4–7 only and is a joint program with the Children’s Department and Young Adult Department. Registration begins Tuesday, November 29, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl. org). Tweens in Grades 6–7 who com plete an online survey after the pro gram can receive community service for participating in this program. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Bookmarks for Community Service

Earn community service by creat ing bookmarks for Garden City Public Library patrons! Each volunteer will receive 10 bookmarks to color, deco rate, and write positive or library/book themed messages. These bookmarks will be placed in books throughout the Library in order to brighten the day of the patrons who check them out. Bookmarks will be placed in books in all three departments, including Children’s, Tweens and Teens, and Adult Reference.

Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. The first six weeks have passed, but volunteers can register for the final week as follows:

Registration Week Seven: Monday, November 14, at 10 a.m. to Friday, November 18, at 4 p.m.

Bookmarks should be returned no later than Wednesday, November 30.

Registrants will be asked to pick up their bookmarks at the Library in order to participate in this community ser vice program. Volunteers must return 10 completed bookmarks in order to receive community service. Volunteers will receive two hours for every 10 book marks 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.

Teen Crafternoon: Decoupage Leaf Bowl

Join us on Saturday, November 12, at 3 p.m. for Teen Crafternoon: Decoupage Leaf Bowl! This program is for tweens and teens in Grades 6–12 only. Registration is required and began Tuesday, November 1, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl. org). Participants will use Mod Podge and fabric leaves to make their own leaf bowl for fall. Teens who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for partic ipating in this program. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Volunteers Needed: Reading Pals

Volunteer to read to and then do a craft with children ages PreK–Grade 2 during the program Reading Pals! The November session will be held on Tuesday, November 15. The Reading Pals program runs from 4 p.m.–4:30 p.m. Volunteers are asked to arrive at 3:30 p.m. to review the material before the start of the pro gram and stay until 5 p.m. to help clean up. Volunteers must be in Grades 6–12 only. Registration to volunteer begins Tuesday, November 8, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl. org). This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Tweens and Teens

Dungeons and Dragons

Join us for Tweens and Teens Dungeons and Dragons on Thursday, November 17, 4 p.m.–5:30 p.m. Learn how to play the fantasy role-playing game Dungeons and Dragons by partic ipating in one of our monthly Dungeons and Dragons Meet-Ups! Beginners are welcome! Each meet-up will feature a new self-contained, one-shot adventure and players will be assigned premade characters to play. Please register via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) to participate in this program. Registration began Tuesday, November 8, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardenci typl.org). Teens who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program.

Teen Gamers

Kick off the weekend with our new Teen Gamers program on Friday, November 18, at 3:30 p.m. We will have our Nintendo Switch consoles for teens to use as well as tabletop board games and Magic: The Gathering cards for teens to play with. This program is for tweens and teens in Grades 6–12 in fall 2022 only. Registration begian Tuesday, November 8, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl. org). Teens who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

GCPL Tweens and Teens Best Books

2022 Committee: Volunteers Needed!

The Tweens and Teens Department is looking for tweens and teens in Grades 6–12 to volunteer to provide feedback on recently published Young Adult books as part of our Tweens and Teens Best Books 2022 Committee! Eligible books are those published between November 1, 2021 and December 6, 2022 and aimed at tweens

It’s What’s Happening for Young Adults through the Library

and teens in Grades 6–12.

Volunteers will be asked to read books on the Tweens and Teens Department’s monthly reading lists beginning this month and then write a 300-word review. Volunteers can also nominate a book not on our lists as long as it’s published between November 1, 2021, and December 6, 2022, and the Library owns a physi cal copy in the Young Adult collection.

Volunteers will earn community ser vice credit for both reading and writing reviews on new books in the Library’s Young Adult Collection. The feedback used throughout the year will help the Young Adult Librarians compile the Best Books list for the year in December 2022.

There are no requirements on how many books a volunteer must read and volunteers can read. However many new books they are able to throughout the year. Volunteers can get credit for books they do not finish, as long as they provide 300-word feedback as to why they chose not to finish the book. The committee may meet throughout the year if there is interest, but volunteers are not required to attend meetings and can still partici pate by reading and providing feedback on recent young adult books.

If interested, please sign-up to join the committee by visiting Garden City Public Library’s website at https:// www.gardencitypl.org/tweens-teensbest-books-2022-committee/ or for more information, please contact the Young Adult Department at https://www.gar dencitypl.org/young-adult-department/ contact-the-young-adult-tweens-teens-de partment/.

Follow Tweens and Teens on Facebook and Instagram

Follow Garden City Library’s Tweens and Teens on Facebook and Instagram! The Young Adult Department uses both social media platforms as a tool to post updates and announcements about upcoming Library programs and commu nity service opportunities.

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 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-theyoung-adult-tweens-teens-department/ .

Teen Advisory Board Applications Now Available Online

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

Library Teen Advisory Board holds bake sale

Reading Pals at the

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Library Board Chairman J. Randolph Colahan and Young Adult Librarian Laura Giunta join teen volunteers from the Teen Advisory Board to show off the array of delicious foods for sale at the Friends of the Garden City Public Library Bake Sale, which was held on Saturday, November 5, at the Library. The teen volunteers raised over $300 for the Friends of the Garden City Public Library during the bake sale, which helps to support programs at the Library for all ages.

Children read aloud and complete a craft with the help of teen volunteers during Reading Pals, which was held Tuesday, October 18, at the Library and was a joint program between the Children’s and Young Adult Departments.

Adult Programs at the Garden City Public Library

Veterans Day

Friday, November 11, 2022 is Veterans Day. This is a time for us to pay our respects to those who have served. For one day, we stand united in respect for you, our veterans. It is also the anniver sary of the date that World War I ended. Take time today to appreciate and to thank our veterans.

Fall Programs

News about fall programs are listed below. Check out our website (www. gardencitypl.org) in the coming weeks for more information about additional fall programs.

Monday Movies Presented by the Friends of the Garden City Library (No

registration required)

Mondays at 1:30 p.m.:

Nov 14, 2022: “Stan & Ollie” (2019) 98 Mins.

Nov 21, 2022: “Coming Home” (1978) 127 Mins

Nov 28, 2022: “Ocean’s 8” (2018) 110 Mins.

Learn How to Use Libby, Hoopla, and Flipster

Tuesday, November 15, 2:00–3:00 p.m.

Learn how to use these library ser vices to download ebooks, magazines, audiobooks, and more onto their device, whether it be a Kindle, iPad, laptop, smartphone, tablet, or other ereader.

**Register beginning Tuesday, November 1, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper or in person at the Garden City Public Library. When register ing, please indicate the device you plan to use for ebooks and audiobooks. Registrants should bring their device, any password(s) associated with their devices, and library card with them to the program.

Contact: Reference, 516-742-8405 x5236 speakingofbooks@gardencitypl. org

Location: Meeting Room A (Small)

Defensive Driving Course with Empire Safety Council

Saturday, November 19, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

Join us on Saturday, November 19, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. for a Defensive Driving Course with the Empire Safety Council. Receive 10% reduction on automobile/

liability insurance and qualify for a license point reduction. Registration in person at the Garden City Public Library begins on Monday, October 31. Space is limited, so check with the Reference Department for availability. The first two weeks of registration are limited to Garden City Public Library cardhold ers only. Those without a Garden City Public Library card can begin register ing on Tuesday, November 8,. Register separately for each person. Proper ID is required when registering an absentee party. You must bring a $30 check made payable to Empire Safety Council and current Library card with you to reg ister. Bring your valid New York State driver’s license and a pen to class.

Holiday Cookies with Mary Maguire

Thursday, December 1 2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.

Christmas and cookies — what a magical combination! The mere men tion of baking holiday cookies conjures up memories of tantalizing aromas, great tastes, and warm kitchens with family and friends. Schooled at the Culinary Institute at Hyde Park, Mary will provide you with recipes, tips and samples of five holiday treats — all personally approved by no less than Santa, himself. (There are just so many chocolate chip cookies that anyone can consume.)

Registration is required and begins on Monday, November 14, at 10 a.m. on Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) or in person.

CONTACT: Reference, 516-742-8405 speakingofbooks@gardencitypl.org

LOCATION: Meeting Room B (Large)

Get Ready for Winter: Your Home’s Insulation

Saturday, December 3 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Join us with KL Home Inspection Services expert Brian Schnee as we pre pare for the colder weather. Brian will discuss the importance and comfort of a home that is properly insulated to one that is not. Topics include types of insu lation, proper installation techniques, attic & basement insulation and vapor barriers.

Registration is required and begins on Monday, November 14, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. on Eventkeeper (www.gar

dencitypl.org) or in person.

CONTACT: Reference, 516-742-8405 x5236 speakingofbooks@gardencitypl. org

LOCATION: Meeting Room A(Small)

Managing Utility Costs

Tuesday, December 6 7:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.

With winter around the corner and the rising cost of fuel, gas and electric ity, join us for a program featuring the Office of Consumer Services to discuss Managing utility bills, Consumer pro grams and ways to be energy efficient. Registration is required on Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) or in person at the library. Registration begins on Monday, November 14, at 10 a.m..

CONTACT: Reference, 516-742-8405 or speakingofbooks@gardencitypl.org

LOCATION: Meeting Room A (Small)

Your Home’s Heating and Hot Water Systems

Tuesday, December 13 7:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m.

Join us with KL Home Inspection Services expert Brian Schnee as we pre pare for the colder weather. Recognize the importance of understanding the mechanics behind your home’s heating and hot water systems to keep them functioning in an efficient manner. Brian will discuss types of heating and hot water systems and the importance of yearly maintenance.

Registration is required and begins on Monday, November 21, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. on Eventkeeper (www.gardencity pl.org) or in person.

Attention students!

CONTACT: Reference, 516-742-8405 x5236 speakingofbooks@gardencitypl. org

LOCATION: Meeting Room =A (Small)

Defensive Driving Course with Empire Safety Council

Saturday, December 17, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

Join us on Saturday, December 17, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. for a Defensive Driving Course with the Empire Safety Council. Receive 10% reduction on automobile/ liability insurance and qualify for a license point reduction. Registration in person at the Garden City Public Library begins on Monday, November 28. Space is limited, so check with the Reference Department for availability. The first two weeks of registration are limited to Garden City Public Library cardhold ers only. Those without a Garden City Public Library card can begin register ing on Tuesday, December 6.. Register separately for each person. Proper ID is required when registering an absentee party. You must bring a $30 check made payable to Empire Safety Council and current Library card with you to reg ister. Bring your valid New York State driver’s license and a pen to class.

Please visit the Library for more information on additional upcoming events and programs. You can also visit our website (www.gardencitypl.org), follow us on Facebook (https://www. facebook.com/GardenCityPubLib), or call us (516-742-8405) to learn more. There’s more great programs to come, so stay tuned!

Graduated from school? Have an outstanding GPA? Made the honor roll or Dean’s List? Scored an internship or study abroad opportunity? We invite you to send details of any of these things and more, along with your name and contact info, to editor@gcnews.com for a chance to be seen in our paper!

“Stan and Ollie” will be shown at the Library on November 14.

Play Hooray at the Garden City Library

News from the Children’s Room

Construction and the Children’s Room

Construction continues! The Children’s Room has relocated tempo rarily near the Periodical Room with materials on the first floor and the sec ond floor. Come by to say hello and scope out the new location!

November Programming

Please check Eventkeeper (www.gar dencitypl.org) for registration informa tion.

Monday Storytimes

Each program requires a separate registration on Eventkeeper (www.gar dencitypl.org).

MOTHER GOOSE

(Ages 6 Months–29 Months Old) 10:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m.

TODDLERS (Ages 2½–3½) 11:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Enthusiasm was had by all at the “Play Hooray” program held Tuesday, November 1st in the Library. They were entertained by Bridget and her hand puppet, Molly Mouse! The program was sponsored by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

PRESCHOOL (Ages 3–5, Not Yet in Kindergarten) 1:30 p.m.–2:00 p.m.

Monday, November 14 - Registration began Tuesday, November 8.

Monday, November 21 - Registration begins Tuesday, November 15 @ 10:00 a.m. Monday, November 28 - Registration begins Tuesday, November 22 @ 10:00 a.m.

Upcoming Programs

Each program requires a separate registration on Eventkeeper (www.gar dencitypl.org) (except where noted)

Tuesday, November 15

Reading Pals: 4:00–4:30 p.m.

Ages 4–Grade 2. Registration began Nov. 8 at 10 a.m.

Wednesday, November 16 Crafty Wednesday 4:00–4:45 p.m.

Grades K–5. Registration began Nov. 8 at 10 a.m.

Thursday, November 17

Craft Time for 3 and 4 Year Olds 10:30–11:00 a.m.

Registration began Nov. 8 at 10 a.m.

Saturday, November 19 Baby Jam 1:00–1:45 p.m.

Ages birth–2 years old. Registration began Nov. 8 at 10 a.m.

dearly. Loyal and devoted, she would do anything for her friends and family.

Dot & Jim lived in several places since their 1952 wedding, beginning with an Army Base in Anniston, AL (1952-55), Garden City, NY (1955-1967, 1969-1986), Rosemont, PA (1967-1969), Cutchogue, NY (1986 – 2013), Chicago, IL (20142020) and finally in Dover, NH (since 2020). Jim’s travel for work took them to Australia, the Philippines, Ireland, Italy and North & South America. Their travel for pleasure took them around

the United States.

To say that Dot had a successful, full, rewarding life understates the rich ness she experienced, both with what she got and what she gave. She loved being appreciated by so many of the “next generation” – the children of dear friends from those many places where they lived.

Dot signs off in the way she and the family have signed off for years… by singing the song at the end of Mrs. Hennessy’s dance recitals, in which the girls performed:

“Good night, folks, we’re through,

With all we had to do. We’ve done our very best, In entertaining you.

And as the show is ending, Our best regards we’re sending. And we also say to you, Good night, folks. Good night, folks. Good night, folks, we’re through!”

Dot passed away on Thursday, October 27, 2022 after a brief illness. In remembrance of her, you may care to make a donation to her beloved Sacred Heart Parish in Cutchogue, NY. Please note on the check “In Memory of Dot Fitzgerald”, and send to:

Msgr. Joseph W. Staudt

Sacred Heart Parish

PO Box 926

Cutchogue, NY 11935

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Father. Joe would like to thank you, so please include your name and address.

Also, please consider making a blood donation to the American Red Cross. It is lifesaving.

No frights, only fun for Garden City students on Halloween

Students at Garden City’s prima ry schools celebrated the Halloween holiday with some “spooktacular” events. Ahead of a night out trick-ortreating, students at Hemlock, Locust, Homestead, and Stratford participat ed in morning parades around their respective schools.

While students all dressed in their Halloween best, teachers dressed as their favorite story book characters. As students paraded around their schools through the neighborhoods of Garden City, their parents, loved ones, and neighbors cheered them on from the sidewalk. Student band members from Stratford School even played their rendition of “The Imperial March” as they looped around the

building. At Stewart School, second graders performed in a Halloween concert, singing fun on-theme songs and reciting spooky poetry under the direction of Mrs. Lavin.

Aside from the numerous parades and shows, students embarked on pumpkin hunts, searching for a pumpkin with their name on it in a race against the clock. Afterwards, there were crafts, pumpkin decorat ing and contests held for best design. Hallways were transformed by fallfilled artwork and painted pumpkins. There were no tricks, only treats for Garden City students on this funfilled Halloween.

Locust School’s students and parents created Halloween crafts and decorated pumpkins as part of the festivities.

Hemlock students lined up in anticipation for the start of their Halloween parade.

Stratford School band students performed for parents and loved ones as they marched around the school.

Homestead School Principal Suzanne Viscovich and kindergartener Nicholas Maskewicz dressed as min ions for the parade.

Dressed in costume, Hemlock students excitedly marched through Garden City.

Second grade students at Stewart School sang and performed several Halloweenthemed songs.

Photos courtesy of Garden City Public Schools

Garden City Community Church has got it all

BY MELVA VICTORINO

Most often, we find quotes from the most unlikely places: “Don’t ask for support, inspire it,” from the TV series, “Madam Secretary,” “Nothing is writ ten unless they write it,” Lawrence of Arabia, “Be curious, not judgmental,” Ted Lasso, and the best yet so far, “Don’t tell me what you ate, but tell me who you ate with.” The Last Samurai.

At Garden City Community Church (GCCC) memorable quotes are part of the everyday conversation with friends, members, families, and colleagues. Each conversation is filled with inspi ration which makes everyone look up to what each other has to say. This is how members of GCCC feel knowing they “got it all.” Families find GCCC a place to be…to raise their children, volunteer with other parents, enjoy fel lowship, worship with each other, sing in the adult choir, play instruments in the Youth Band, Handbell choir, share meals, and be with each other.

GCCC is thankful to all the mem bers and friends who contribute to the ministries of the church, either with their time and talents, and/or their pledges. In gratitude, a Thanksgiving Eve Service will be celebrated on Wednesday, November 23, at 8:00 p.m., with Kristine Newell and Decia Roach to share their thanksgiving messages.

Kristine Newell and her family are new to Long Island and thrilled to have found the GCCC. Kristine and her family shared that GCCC has been a great way to establish community, give back (through various child friendly volunteer options!), and foster new con nections. You can usually find her on Sundays in the front row at service with her girls (ages 8 &11), who love to wave at the people watching online! When not at church, they enjoy being outdoors, playing tourist in NYC, and spending time participating in family activities.

Decia Roach has been a member of the GCCC for approximately 7 years. Throughout this time, she has been involved with church school, VBS, Christmas pageant and various ser vice projects. Decia recently graduat ed from CUNY Queens College with a master's degree in speech-language pathology and will be completing a clin ical fellowship at the Rebecca School in Manhattan. She is thankful for her fam ily, including her husband Albert, her daughter Allison, and her son Darrius, who keeps her inspired, motivated…. and busy!

Decia is grateful to have been in

a position of service through the career path that she has chosen. Even as a new clinician she believes God has blessed her with passion, education and skills to glorify God through her work. She works with people who are vulnerable due to a chronic or acute illness or a devel opmental difference, impacting their ability to communicate and/or eat — arguably two of the most vital aspects that support a sense of community/ belonging and a sense of self. Her clin ical perspective is rooted in identifying and accepting people’s individual dif ferences and building a relationship with them as the foundation for treat ment. It is within this context that Decia often finds it most accessible and meaningful to include in her faith prac tice. Her focus is always on providing space for people to share their anger, sadness, frustration and concerns and also their joyful moments, interests, talents and hopes for the future. This makes it far easier to discuss faith con cepts and occasionally pray together. In this way, she believes her career naturally lends itself to glorifying God because she gets to bring joy and hope to her patients.

GCCC has got “it all,” with members like Kristine and Decia! GCCC is the place to be for many reasons:

• This Saturday, November 12, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., GCCC will open its doors for the Americana Fair with Silent Auction for special treasures and collect ibles, Jewelry, China, Crystal, Silver,

Pictures & Frames, Lamps, Boutique, Toys, Holiday Items, Attic Treasures & Household Items, Take time off and visit the Food Bistro and Gourmet Shop for homemade pies, cookies, seasonal bread and more. For more information, contact Cindy Campbell, Chair of the Americana Fair at 516-746-1700 or email churchoffice@thegccc.org.

• November 16 at 7:30 p.m. - New Member Informational MeetingGCCC will be having a new member informational meeting via Zoom. For all who are interested in learning more about GCCC and what membership means, you are welcome to attend our Zoom meeting.

• November 20th Stewardship Sunday celebration

• Wednesday, November 23, at 8:00 p.m. is Thanksgiving Eve Service

• An Advent Book Study: Sundays at 11:45 a.m. on November 27, December 4, 11 and 18 on the book, “When God Comes Down” by James A. Harnish

• December 11 will be New Member Sunday

GCCC accepts food donation for the Long Island Council of Churches (LICC) Emergency Food Center for Non-Perishable Food – The pantry is especially in need of dry cereal (not hot), pasta, peanut butter & jelly and tomato sauce at this time. Here is their gener al list of requested items. Dry Cereal (cold); Hot Cereal (grits; oatmeal); Vegetables (canned corn; carrots; spin ach, collard and green beans, etc.); Jelly

(plastic bottles preferred); Soup (any kind); Pasta (any kind); Pasta Sauce; Rice (1- or 2-pound bags); Shelf stable milk; Canned meats (Chicken; Spam; Vienna sausage), Toiletries (toothpaste; toothbrushes; soap; deodorant; femi nine products; razors; shampoo; con ditioner); Baby diapers (all sizes). Our next collection of non-perishable food donations is scheduled for Wednesday, November 16. Please drop off your donations on the Whitehall Blvd. Porch before noon on November 16.

To find out more about GCCC’s giv ing opportunities for the holidays, visit our website or come to our Sunday services.

Whoever you are, wherever you are in your life’s journey, you are welcome at GCCC. We have services, events, and programs for all ages. We have many ways you can participate in our church life. Our Sunday Worship Service is in-person and live-streamed. To get information regarding our other 2022 worship services and programs, visit our website at 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. We are located at 245 Stewart Avenue between Whitehall Blvd. and Kensington Road. For more information, email churchoffice@theg ccc.org or call (516) 746-1700. And as previously mentioned, you may also visit our website www.theGCCC.org.

Cindy Campbell, chair of Americana Fair.Kristine Newell and her family. Decia Roach, Albert, Allison, and Darrius.

FOR SENIORSfyi

Garden City Senior Center has “returned to normal” with the doors open to all Garden City senior residents with most of our regular schedule up and run ning. Please stop by to pick up a calendar of events!

Senior Exercise Schedule at the Senior Center

Our Senior Center is back to a “regu lar” schedule with many classes to tone, strengthen, and stretch your bodies. These classes are open to Garden City residents ages 60 or older. Here are the classes we offer:

Mondays

Chair Exercise with Felicia at 10 a.m.

Tuesdays

Exercise with Joy at 9 a.m. – nominal charge

Chair Yoga with Samantha at 11:15 a.m.

Wednesdays

Chair Exercise with Felicia at 10 a.m. Aerobics with Samantha at 11:15 a.m.

Thursdays

Exercise with Joy at 9 a.m. – nominal charge

Yoga with Samantha at 11:15 a.m. Chi Kung with Andrea at 1 p.m. - nom inal charge

Fridays

Chair Exercise with Felicia at 10 a.m. Resistance Bands at 11:15 a.m.

For further information please con tact the Senior Center at 385-8006.

Chi Kung Exercise and Meditation

Please join Andrea Albergo for chi kung, which is considered a beautiful, peaceful path for body, mind and spirit. Andrea will show how to create a peaceful body by combining movement, breathing and med itation. This class is geared for seniors or the beginner adult. This six-week session will begin Thursday, November 10, and will be held at 1 p.m. at Garden City’s Senior Center. The price for the session is $ 40.

To register this class, please visit the Recreation Office at 108 Rockaway Ave with payment.

Chess Class for Seniors

“Chess4Community” has gracious ly offered to give free chess lessons to our seniors. This program began on Wednesday, September 21, and will run for ten weeks. The one-hour class will be held at the Senior Center at 3:15 p.m. This program will be run by USCF players. For further information please call the Senior Center at 385-8006 or come down and join in!

Computer Classes for Seniors at the Center

Thursday, November 17 at 10:30 a.m.

“Computer Tech Help”

from 10:30 to 12:30 pm at Garden City Senior Center by appointment

Get help on a specific issue on your device from our professional, Trish. Seniors interested in a “one on one” must register for a 20 minute session within this timeframe by calling Felicia at 385-8006. Please bring your device with you.

You may sit in and listen for a long as you like, but will only be individual ly helped during your designated time. Space is limited.

Chess Group Interest

Several seniors have expressed interest in forming a chess group that would meet one day a week at the Senior Center.

If this would be of interest to you, please call the Senior Center at 385-8006 to let them know.

If this would be of interest to you, please call the Senior Center at 385-8006 to let them know.

“Open Studio” for Seniors on Tuesdays

Recreation and Parks has set some time aside for senior artists who are residents of Garden City to gather together to socialize and share your talents.  The Senior Center will be open for this on Tuesdays from 2 to 4:15 p.m.  Bring your own supplies, table covering, table easel (only) and enjoy sharing with other interested seniors.

Please Note - You are responsible for cleaning up your area when you are finished.

Canasta Lessons at the Senior Center

Recreation and Parks will offer Canasta lessons for seniors on Wednesdays from 1 to 3 p.m. beginning Wednesday, 11/16, at the Senior Center. These classes will be taught by one of our seniors, Palma Mega.

Lessons are unlimited and are free and no registration necessary. Please come and learn the game and stay to play!

Senior Citizen Bus Tour of Garden City

Recreation and Parks will offer a bus tour of Garden City to seniors who are Garden City residents on Tuesday, November 15, from 10:00 a.m.–noon.

Garden City Historian John Ellis Kordes has been presenting his bus tours for over 25 years. John has given over 300 of these 2 hour historic tours, which he has designed.

Weather permitting, the bus will depart at 10:00 sharp from the parking lot across the street from the Senior Center, on Golf Club Lane.

Registration is necessary and may be done at the Senior Center front desk, or by calling (516) 385-8006).

Kindness Counts at Garden City Middle School

Garden City Middle School stu dents are nominated each month by staff members for the Kindness Counts Award. This award recognizes students for doing something kind for others.

Congratulations to September’s award recipients: Aaron Li, Jason Theodosopoulos, Gavin Macchio, Claire Arendt, Ashlyn Tarr, Fiona Bailey,

Tegan Daughney. Anna Padala, Emily Dombrowski, Fiona McCartney, Corey Ellis, Jacob Sierra, Nico Davi, Ethan Lo, Madelyn Gebhard, Kate Esposito, Sadie Brantuk, Molly Cannizzaro, Edward Wisell, Sofia Klocek, Anthony Grego, Eloise Pizzi, Emmett Mele, Cooper Glick, and Gavin Sanz.

Monday Night Seniors

Student recipients of the Kindness Counts Award stood proudly, holding up their rewards. Photo courtesy of Garden City Public Schools

St. Anne’s School

Student of the Month

GC parent recognized by NYS Senate

Each month, St. Anne’s School chooses a student who embodies what it means to be Student of the Month. The student of the month is a student who emulates and demonstrates the character of Jesus Christ. The fruits

of the spirit are shown through their actions namely: faithfulness, gener osity, gentleness, goodness, joy, kind ness, love, modesty, patience and peace. Congratulations Lauren Casey!

Resurrection Christmas Fair offers handmade items, bargains

Holiday shopping at Resurrection’s Christmas Fair combines fine quality, handmade items at reasonable prices. Members of Resurrection Lutheran Church have worked all year to create unique Christmas decorations, orna ments, and gift items. Beautiful, quilt ed table runners, scarves, hats, baby quilts, and handbags are affordably priced to suit any budget. Find unique gifts for that special someone. Other dis plays feature jewelry, toys, themed gift baskets, baked goods, and treasures at the White Elephant Sale. Net proceeds

go to support missions at Resurrection and abroad.

The Christmas Fair will be held Saturday, November 5, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Resurrection Lutheran Church locat ed at 420 Stewart Avenue, Garden City, near Clinton Rd. Enter street-level door on Emmet Place. All are invited to wor ship at 5:30 p.m. on Saturdays and at 8:30, 9:45 and 11 a.m. Sunday mornings, with Christian Education at 9:45 a.m. For more information, call 516.746.4426 or visit resgc.org.

Last week, New York State Senator Kevin Thomas presented Garden City community member and parent, Cristina Dickey, with the NYS Senate Commendation Award. Mrs. Dickey was honored for her significant con tribution to the Garden City special education community.

Knowing the isolation and chal lenges of having a child with a dis ability, Mrs. Dickey has dedicated her time over the years to be an immense resource for other parents and an unwavering advocate for all kids. She has served for multiple years as the vice president of com

munications for the Garden City Special Education PTA (SEPTA) and has created an award-winning monthly newsletter and website that is used as a resource by special needs families across Long Island.

She was instrumental in a com munity-wide screening and panel discussion of the film Intelligent Lives and has brought in memora ble speakers on topics of anti-bully ing and inclusion across all of our schools. Most recently, Mrs. Dickey launched a well-received series of Parents Helping Parents support groups for the community.

St. Anne’s Principal Paul Morisi and Lauren Casey.

New York State Senator Kevin Thomas stood with recipient Cristina Dickey as she held her award proudly.

Photo courtesy of Garden City Public Schools

Nassau County Girl Scouts receive biggest donation in history

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The donated money is part of Scott’s donation campaign to other youth orga nizations across the country, which has included the Boys & Girls Clubs of America, Junior Achievement USA and the National 4-H Council.

Bynum said that the reason Nassau’s council was included in twenty-nine of a hundred and eleven councils across the country was because of its historical aspect and the hard work the branch has put into furthering the Girl Scout

movement.

As far as where the money will be utilized, Bynum said it will be used to jumpstart innovative programs as well as be allocated for additional building space in the County.

“We have a beautiful building here in Garden City, but to further our move ment to recruit more scouts, we are considering building other program spaces throughout the County. This generous donation will absolutely help our cause.”

Additional plans include bolstering mental health programs, sports activ ities and civic engagement outreach opportunities amongst the Scouts.

One of those unique initiatives is called the “Bubbles & Bridges” program for middle school girls.

“The program is basically a way for girls to get out of their social bubbles and to engage with people who are dif ferent than they are,” said Bynum.

The Girl Scouts organization has seen a marked decline in membership

as a result of the two and a half year pandemic.

According to statistics from the Girl Scouts USA“membership rates in the nonprofit organization has dropped nearly 30% from 1.4 million scouts nationwide in 2019-2020 to just over 1 million in 2021-2022.

“Her donation will help us to contin ue our meaningful work and give us the means to help improve access in the key areas of innovation and diversity,” said Bynum.

Board, residents discuss St. Paul’s, process ahead

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which featured presentations on par tial demolition and facadism. He also noted that a meeting was planned for November 2 to cover possible demo lition for the historic St. Paul’s main building.

“We have the November 16 Town Hall as an open meeting, and we would be open to working with the Board if there was any preference for the topic of that evening. A question was raised on the St. Paul’s Committee’s work since March but let me state there was no ‘work’ on adaptive reuse concepts prior to August. From the January 2022 meet ing in which Trustee Charles Kelly, myself and others began talking about permitted uses on the declared park land, we did not get a final permitted use report until August. At that point we began looking at adaptive reuse, and in contrast to that and based on our promises to look at facadism, we began exploring ideas of creating a recre ational center behind the facade. Those plans involving elements similar but not identical to the turf field and hockey rink proposed in 2018, were prepared by early July – way before any planning began for proposing adaptive reuse,” McDonough said.

He noted the need for the Committee to remain focused on evaluating the options and outline cost factors and potential escalating costs involved for each option. “Our job remains educat ing the residents and educating trustees – we have been available every Tuesday night, we have documents posted to our Committee website and we are sitting on top of a treasure trove of documents that our Committee reviewed from January through June that gives us the whole history of what is available at St. Paul’s,” he noted.

Committee chairman Brian Deveney advised the audience to trust in profes sionals involved in the process. Deveney is a former mayor of Garden City. He said his experience with the original mayor’s committee in the 1990s led him to understand that the trustees need to have all the possible information that

can be gathered in order to evaluate the historic site’s future. He said he under stands the positions of several trust ees including Mary Carter Flanagan, Charles Kelly and Terry Digan to have more, and potentially final information, at their disposal before voting in favor of the $69,000 contract to engage a cost estimator.

“There are no two more articulate professionals here tonight than William Alisse and Frank McDonough, and the Committee’s process is one that profes sionals know how to do. They do this in projects all of the time so the need for absolute certainty in evaluating the costs is something I do understand – but in deference the board needs to listen to our professionals to do what they know best to do. I urge you to do that, however it does not mean that the information flow stops or is interrupted….it should continue, and strengthen,” he said.

Trustee Charles Kelly said he would like to meet with members of the St. Paul’s Committee including Alisse and McDonough, with only a select few village trustees. Trustee Bruce Torino asked questions on the process his fel low board members, those not in favor of the allocation of $69,000 for a cost estimator contract, would like to follow.

Torino noted that since September every opportunity was presented for board members to meet with the St. Paul’s Committee but it appears not every trustee has attempted to do so.

Trustee Kelly then spoke about the need for a Board Committee to review the potential for St. Paul’s separate from the Mayor’s Committee. Village Attorney Gary Fishberg doubted the functionality of such a committee being formed, but Kelly said his understand ing is that municipal governing boards in New York State have the right to set up ad hoc committees “for any specific and defined proposal.”

The conversations turned to defer ring the research and information-gath ering with hopes of adding St. Paul’s and the process the village board will follow to the next meeting agenda, for Thursday November 17.

Participating in the meeting via

Zoom, Estates resident John Cantwell told the Village Board that the St. Paul’s Committee should do a better job of communicating what it has been doing and “where things are in the process” and what will be necessary to narrow down the ultimate decision of the com munity, in a two-part referendum.

Cantwell created his own New York State Contract Reporter account in order to view the village’s RFP for the cost estimator contract. He said accompanying the RFP was 11 pages about adaptive reuse as an option for St. Paul’s and one single bullet point about facadism. Another point he raised was why the RFP was not posted to the St. Paul’s Committee informational web site.

“Right now, our process seems to be the occasional request before the board for allocating money to the process. The cost estimation is not clear to me and I assume the same applies to other resi dents who are not in this field, whether this one is the only cost estimate we will get – which would make it extraordi narily important to get it right – or the first of dozens we are going to get before Garden City arrives to a vote. The focus needs to remain on getting us to that two-part vote; not saving it and not demolishing it,” he said.

Mayor Cosmo

noted that the cost estimator, should the village hire one, would have enough material the Committee has gathered on poten tial adaptive reuse and facadism proj ects to evaluate the plans and present the village with cost estimates for each option.

He explained to the audience at the meeting, in the private sector a cost estimation of projects would have been completed quickly, but the municipal government procedures can only move slowly.

“It would take about 60 to 70 days to perform the estimates and the esti mator has to work with their client. The residents of our village would be the client, and there’s a process we would go through. Unfortunately as it’s been pointed out, and the Board has attorneys and finance professionals, this area happens to be my business.

William Alisse has been doing it for 40 years and I have been doing it for 40 years, and we have won awards for this kind of stuff. We now need information and we need this and other profession als to be engaged so we can get this information to our residents – we have that responsibility to our residents,” Mayor Veneziale explained.

Veneziale

Girl Scout Gold Award candidate hosts field hockey clinic

On Sunday, October 30, Madeline Mitchell, a 10th grade Garden City Senior Girl Scout, hosted an intro duction to field hockey clinic for Girl Scouts in 2nd–5th grade as one part of her Gold Award project — “ Learning, Living, Loving: Growing the Game of Field Hockey on Long Island. ”

The Scouts learned about the sport of field hockey, while playing and interacting with volunteers from the Garden City Junior Varsity and Varsity Field Hockey teams. Each participant took home a field hockey stick, ball and patch from USA Field Hockey.

Madeline worked with USA Field Hockey to develop the clinic which introduces field hockey to younger kids with hopes of cultivating a love for the sport. “Field hockey has been a very influential and important part of my life. It has taught me so much and gave me the confidence to do anything. For my Gold Award proj ect I knew I wanted to give girls the same experience and a chance to try a new sport” commented Madeline.

Thank you to Jenna Ortega from USAFH for her assistance and guid ance. And a special thank you to the field hockey volunteers: Juliana Mitchell, Grace Power, Ellie Brantuk,

Julianne

The Girl Scout Gold Award is the highest achievement within the Girl

Scouts of the USA. Only 5.4% of eli gible Girl Scouts successfully earn the Gold Award. Through pursuing the Gold Award, Girl Scouts change the world by tackling issues they

are passionate about to drive last ing change in their communities and beyond while they learn essential skills that will prepare them for all aspects of life.

Madeline teaching how to shoot a field hockey ball.Brownie and Junior Girl Scouts learning about field hockey.

Madeline, field hockey volunteers, Brownie and Junior Girl Scouts.

Smith, Ava Lutz, Julia Forelli, Blaire Kohart, and Grace Golding.

November 11, 2022

Cruising on the Galapagos Legend: San Cristobal Island

KAREN RUBIN,

E. LEIBERMAN, LAINI MIRANDA, ERIC LEIBERMAN & SARAH FALTER TRAVEL FEATURES SYNDICATE GOINGPLACESFARANDNEAR.COM

We have our longest, and rough est, sail over the second night of this three-night, four-day cruise aboard the 100-passenger Galapagos Legend. Our guide, naturalist Alejandro, tells us to keep doors closed so they don’t slam. Actually, it feels more like being rocked in a cradle during the night. (While the weather is temper ate year round and the Galapagos is visited throughout the year, in this, the dry season, is when the seas tend to be rockier. In any case, we’ve pre pared by taking a motion sickness pill and not drinking any alcoholwell, Karen abstained.)

We sail to Punta Pitt and Pitt Islet off San Cristobal Island, the east ernmost island, closest to South America’s coast (600 miles away), the oldest island and oldest settle ment in the Galapagos. Here we first have a marvelous, two-hour hike to the high point of a steep, eroded tuff cone. Here is the only opportunity to see all three booby species in the same place: the red-footed booby perched on small trees, the Nazcas which nest on the ground near the cliff edge and the blue-footed boobies inland. Frigatebirds fly around and the views are stunning. Notably, we see how hardy vegetation takes hold in such a volcanic barren land – salt bush, spiny shrubs, Palo Santo trees, cacti, and, because it is the dry sea son, we get to see stunning carpets of red Vesuvius.

While the blue-footed booby lays

up to three eggs and can get enough fish to feed two to three chicks, the red-footed booby only lays one egg, because it takes half day to fish so it can only feed one chick. It nests in large colonies, laying one chalky blue egg in a stick nest, which is incubated by both adults for 44–46 days. The nest is usually in a tree or bush and only rarely on the ground. It may be three months before the young first fly and five months before they make extensive flights. Red-footed booby pairs may remain together over sev eral seasons. They perform elabo rate greeting rituals, including harsh squawks and the male’s display of his blue throat, also including short dances. (See: www.santacruzgalap agoscruise.com/boobies-in-the-gala pagos)

While it seems that most of the time, the animals we see ignore us, as we walk the trail, a blue-footed booby (adolescent?) seems curious enough

Snorkeling at Punta Pitt, San Cristobal Island, Galapagos on the third day of the Galapagos Legend cruise © Karen Rubin/ goingplaces farandnear.com

the collected salt in forceful nose excretions which look like snorting or sneezing. (Karen says, “Hey, we’ve been in the Galapagos like five days, I have my two cents!)

Coming back down to the beach, we get to snorkel again, and this proves to be the most sensational experience of all – the sea lions actu ally play with us in the water. One uses a rock like a ball, tossing it up and grabbing it in its mouth, and when it drops into the sand, digs it out with its snout and plays some more. Sarah finds a sea turtle that we get to swim with.

to just stand in the middle of the trail as we take photos, study us, and wait until we came back.

At the high-point in the walk, there is a stunning view and the most color. And for sure, Karen spots a red-footed booby flying back with a branch and watches as it maneuvers the branch to make a nest. We soon come upon another nest where the parent is feeding her chick.

We see a marine iguana nest. Our guide, naturalist Billy, says it’s a mys tery why it lays its eggs so far from the ocean, and how the hatchling, without any parental help (because the parents don’t stick around), knows instinctively how to get to the ocean. He suggests the baby iguana can feel the vibration of the ocean waves; Karen has the hunch that the baby can smell the salt since we have learned that land iguana have glands which remove the salt from their blood and, as we have seen, expel

In the afternoon, we sail to a dif ferent part of San Cristobal, Cerro Brujo, where there is an exquisite white-sand beach just loaded with sea lions. Our visit begins with a din ghy ride to explore the gorgeous rock formations and see the iconic scene of Kicker Rock through an opening.

We spend a relaxed afternoon on Cerro Brujo, which was one of the first sites visited by Darwin. The coral sand beach is so beautiful, we spend only a little time swimming or snorkeling because just walking (or jogging) along the beach is so special. The scenery is dramatic – the white sand, black lava, aquamarine water, the sweep of the horizon, the iconic Kicker Rock framed on the horizon, and the Galapagos Legend anchored.

There are black iguana, black crabs and bright-red crabs climbing the black lava rocks, some of us spot the last baby sea turtle trot from its nest into the ocean, and we get to watch a mother sea turtle making

DAVE

Cruising on the Galapagos Legend: San Cristobal Island

her way back into the sea.  Walking to the far end of the lagoon to Sapho Bay (Puerto Grande), we look out for blacknecked stilts, ruddy turnstones, whim brels and white-cheeked pintails. And apparently, there are legends of buried treasure at Puerto Grande.

Laini sketches the sea lions from a distance of a few feet; Sarah is trans fixed by a mother sea lion and pup, David and Eric run to the end of the lagoon.

It is a feeling of complete content ment that continues on during an Ice Cream Festival on board the Galapagos Legend, while sitting in the hot tub, and looking back as Kicker Rock fades into the distance, glowing a golden brown in the setting sun.

The next morning, we sail around to the Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, the main town of San Cristobal and the capital of the Galapagos province and the second most populated after Puerto Ayero on Santa Cruz.

For our final excursion, we are taken by bus up to the highlands to visit the Cerro Colorado Tortoise Reserve, a giant tortoise breeding center, estab lished by the Galapagos National Park in 2003. We get to observe giant tortoises living in a semi-natural habitat, and learn about their origin, evolution, and threats from introduced animals. The reserve is one of four in the Galapagos dedicated to restoring the populations of tortoise, ultimately to return them to the wild.

Being a port town, a provincial cap ital city and having an international airport, San Cristobal is also a gateway for invasive, sometimes aggressive, spe cies – like the black fly which came in 1990 and proved dangerous for humans and farm animals.

The town is just a short walk to the

airport where Eric, Sarah and Karen fly on to our next destination, Quito, en route to Cuzco, Peru, and the four-day/ three-night Inca Trail hike to Machu Picchu. It will be the grand finale to Eric and Sarah’s six-month odyssey.

The Galapagos Legend cruise is per fect for this bucket-list experience – the ideal mix of soft adventure, the won der, thrill and delight of exploring and encountering truly unique sights, all in comfort, and sharing together.

Go Galapagos offers a selection of itineraries that basically cover the major islands - four 4 day/3 night itiner aries (East, South, North, West) which can be combined to make longer itin eraries.

The itineraries are wonderfully organized so that your days are filled and fulfilling with exploring, hiking, snorkeling, discovering, adventuring, each place so different and distinct in terms of wildlife and geology, and then time on board to enjoy truly sen sational meals either in the comfort able Lonesome George dining room, or alfresco; relax in the hot tub (how fun to have an ice cream festival while soaking in the hot tub), pool or fit

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Close encounters with sea lions is one of the delights of our visit to Punta Pitt, San Cristobal Island, Galapagos on the third day of the Galapagos Legend cruise © Karen Rubin/goingplaces farandnear.com

ness room, or hang out in the charm ing lounge where you are likely to see Attenborough’s “Galapagos” series running or play board games that are on hand. They also have kayaks avail able for rent. (Another advantage of the East itinerary is that it let us start off with a few days on Santa Cruz island and the charming town of Puerto Ayora before meeting up at Baltra Airport for the cruise.)

The ship, with 52 ocean-view, air-conditioned cabins is large enough to feel very comfortable and have all the amenities you would want on a luxury cruise, but small enough to feel intimate.

There’s a reason they say Galapagos is a trip of a lifetime – the total experi ence is a constant wow, especially when shared with loved ones and have the memory to share with the next gener ation so is ideal for a family, especially multi-generational. That’s what this is about – a chain of life and living. (But note: you need to be mobile enough to get on/off the dinghy from the boat, onto the shore, and hike, so seize the opportunity and don’t put this buck et-list trip off). The Galapagos is also

Saving Plants Over the Winter

BY JEFF RUGG

Question: My geraniums grew really well this summer and I have some pret ty ones that I want to keep for next year. How do I go about doing this? I heard that they can be dug up and hung upside down for the winter.

Answer: There are several kinds of geraniums, including some that are pe rennials that survive without coming in doors, but I assume you mean the Zonal Geranium that has a slightly two-toned leaf and a big cluster of flowers on the end of a stalk. These plants grow in a dry and warm Mediterranean climate. They can’t survive being frozen, but they can survive months of dry, cool weather

without much water.

You can use any of the following methods to save geraniums and other potted plants for next spring. In their natural habitat, there is no one running around pulling them out of the ground and hanging them upside-down for the dormant season, but if you want to do that, you can. If they are planted in the ground, dig them up before they get a frost and shake the soil off the roots. Hang them in a dry location where the temperature will remain in the 40s or low 50s. It might be necessary to soak the roots for an hour or so once a month to prevent them from completely drying and dying. All the leaves will die, but the stem should remain plump and not

shriveled up. Next March, repot them and cut off any dead stems. If the stems are too long, go ahead and cut them back in the spring.

If you have a sunny window or a greenhouse, geraniums can be left in the pot and grown all winter long as a house plant. They do prefer more than 10 hours of daylight each day, and 12 is even better. In areas with short days during winter, you may need to supplement with grow lights to get them to bloom. Or you can just let them slow down their growth and go partially dormant for the winter. Be careful to not overwater them. They are succulents that don’t need a lot of water.

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an ideal honeymoon for a couple who loves adventure but wants the luxury and romance of a cruise for their special journey starting out life together.

Just how special a Galapagos cruise is can be appreciated by the multiple milestone birthdays celebrated each night. (Indeed, Paul, a video game ani mator who was taking his third con secutive cruise aboard the Galapagos Legend, said he got tired of waiting for friends to join him, so just two days after celebrating his 40th birthday, he flew to the Galapagos on his own.)

Galápagos is wonder-full to visit any time of the year. Because of the Islands’ location on the Equator, the air and water temperatures remain relatively stable all year long. During peak seasons (mid-June through early September, and mid-December through mid-January), it is particularly import ant to make your travel arrangements well in advance.

Go Galapagos, an alliance of Kleintours and Gala Tours, is a cruise and tour operator with more than 34 years of experience, offering excellent price/quality value for 3, 4, 7 and -night inclusive cruises (two guaranteed week ly departures), You can also combine the cruise with land packages in the Galapagos, in Ecuador, and in Peru.

In addition to the Galapagos Legend, Go Galapagos also has two yacht-style ships, Coral I and Coral II (https://www. Go Galapagos.com/coral-yachts/).

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Crossword Answers

BY LOU THEODORE

This one may be primarily for those readers who refer to themselves as “Greek” or “Greek-American.”

Greeks first started to immigrate to the United State4s in large numbers soon after 1900. The main characteris tics of these travelers were their high character, belief in God (most are Greek Orthodox), and their industriousness. My parents fit that description. They successfully managed to pass their traits onto their children…and I believe it applies to me. Today, the children and grandchildren (and great grand children?) of the immigrants are our leaders in business, industry, educa tion, and government. The American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association (AHEPA) reported 13 years ago that Greek Americans rank 2nd in per capita wealth and first in earned doctorates. Truly a success story that all Americans can be proud of.

My parents emigrated from the Peloponnese region of Greece. It is a legendary place, especially from an his torical perspective. This is the penin sula where ancient Sparta was located. Paris of Troy escaped here when he and Helen eloped. The Peloponnese is also where some of the most memorable of Greece’s locations can be found, includ ing ancient Olympia, the site of the orig inal Olympic games, and many others.

On to the main theme of this article. It’s been three years since I penned my fifth article on the OHI Day. This is a special day in Greek history as it regards Greece’s heroic involvement in WWII.

My ancestors have a long history of battling and suffering with evil ele ments and opponents. Unfortunately, history repeated itself in 1939. The 83rd anniversary of the resistance of fascist forces by the Greek Armed Forces was recently celebrated several days ago on October 28. The day came and went without a whimper here in the United States. OHI (an emphatic no in Greek!) was Prime Minister Metaxas’s response

On Ohi Day

to Hitler’s order to peacefully surren der. What followed Metaxas’s response was 219 days of fierce battles. That in turn was followed by intense guerrilla warfare that resulted in a brutal occu pation that included executions, suffer ings, famine, and severe inflation; 10% of the population died. The rest is now history for some people and all Greeks.

Here are comments from two of the major players immediately following this war.

Winston Churchill: “The word her oism, I’m afraid, does not reflect in the least the Hellenes’ acts of self-sacrifice that were the defining factors of the victorious ending of all the nations’ common struggle during the 2nd WW for human freedom and dignity. If it were not for the bravery of the Hellenes and their courageous hearts, the ending of the 2nd WW would not have been clear.”

Franklin Roosevelt: “When the entire world had lost all hope, the Hellenic people dared to doubt the German monster’s invincibility, fighting back with the proud spirit of freedom. The heroic struggle of the Hellenic people against the German hurricane filled the American hearts with enthusiasm and won their sympathy.”

I dug this from my OHI files – a 11/21/1940 Newsday article.

“In a smashing drive at dawn, Grecian mountain fighters stormed the Italian defenses outside Koritza, drove the fascists back into the town and took over the new line from which they fired into the town…Despite desper ate Italian efforts to stem the Grecian advances by flying in fresh reinforce ments, Greek shock troops reported ly smashed through the Italian lines on the southern front, making anoth er wide hole near Metyoni…Military observers here are of the opinion that if the present Greek progress continues, the Albanian port of Santa Quaranti itself will be threatened.”

Another reminder of the special day was a paper submitted by our 13-year-

old grandson, three years ago, for his English class. It was titled VACHOS 1,5. Vachos is a small essentially deserted town build on a rocky terrain halfway up a mountain with no apparent means of sustenance itself. Vachos is located in Mani – the middle member of the Peloponnese peninsula – surrounded by the Mediterranean Sea on the south, the Ionean Sea on the west, and the Aegean Sea on the east, ...Here was a part of Elias’s passage… “We had started our journey in Athens, and we were now in Mani, the region of the Peloponnese my great grandfather emigrated from… Excited and curious, my whole family had all been waiting for this part of the trip. As we drove into the hills, the sea disappeared. A sign ‘VACHOS 1,5’ told us to turn right and drive 1.5 kilometers to Vachos…It amazed me that my ancestors left this town for more opportunities in America, but a basketball hoop had traveled in the opposite direction…Nestled into a steep hills, the house was made of stone, most of it still intact, with a dilapidated clay

roof. Trees obscured the view of the house so we walked down the hill to see it from another angle. Long, prickly brush scratched against my legs as I surveyed the place my Spartan family had lived in a century before…We wan dered into the town cemetery, where we were greeted by marble stones with engravings, vibrant flowers, and food and drinks placed on graves. I share blood with all of these people…”

I talk to Elias nearly every night. He keeps asking me about revisiting Greece. Unfortunately, that kind of travel is no longer in the works for me. But we can always dream. Now a senior, I can’t wait for a follow-up paper, perhaps as a senior project.

Finally, I want the readers to know that as a first-generation GreekAmerican, I never forget the value of growing up in a country – The U S of A – whose economy is based on capitalism and is both democratic and free.

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BY TOM MARGENAU

I really get upset when readers tell me that they talked to a Social Securi ty Administration employee hoping to get an understanding of some confusing Social Security rule and the only reply they got was this: “It’s the law.” In my opinion, that’s a bad answer. People should be given a reason why a particu lar Social Security law exists in the first place.

I’ve always prided myself on not just knowing Social Security rules and reg ulations, but on being able to explain the reasoning behind the laws, many of which some people (even SSA em ployees) find confusing and perplexing. That’s why, while I still worked for the SSA, I used to conduct a training ses sion for employees I simply called “Ra tionale.” And in that class, I provided the rationale behind rules and laws that were sometimes difficult to understand. (And judging by the number of “It’s the law” responses that readers tell me they get from SSA employees, maybe some body at the agency needs to pick up where I left off when I retired 18 years ago!)

Having bragged about my under standing of the rationale behind the rules, I must admit there have always been some laws I’ve never been able to understand myself, and I’ll discuss them in today’s column.

No. 1: Why doesn’t a wife share in the bonus her husband earns for start ing his benefits after full retirement age? I really don’t know.

A retiree can earn a little bonus in his Social Security checks if he delays starting his Social Security benefits until after his full retirement age. He gets an extra two-thirds of 1% added to his retirement check for each month he waits -- up to age 70. (There is no bonus paid for months beyond age 70.) Depend ing on what your full retirement age is, that can be anywhere from a 24% to a 32% bonus for a retiree.

But if that guy has a wife eligible for benefits on his record, her spousal rate is based on his full retirement age ben efit, not his augmented delayed retire ment benefit. That’s the bad news. The good news is that if he dies, the widow’s benefit is based on his higher delayed retirement rate. In other words, a wife doesn’t share in these delayed retire ment credits, but a widow does. And again, I can’t explain why.

Also, a note of clarification. I re ferred to a husband getting retirement benefits and a wife getting spousal bene fits on his record. I did that because 95% of the time, that’s the way these rules play out. And that’s because, for a vari ety of reasons discussed many times in this column, the husband has a higher Social Security benefit than the wife. But if you happen to be part of a house

Rules I Can’t Explain

hold where the wife makes more mon ey than the husband, then just turn the genders around in my above discussion of the rules.

No. 2: Why is there a six-month waiting period before Social Security disability benefits can be paid? I really don’t know.

The law says that if you file for So cial Security disability benefits and your claim is approved, no benefits can be paid for the first six months. Well, ac tually, the law says that no benefits can be paid for the first five full calendar months of a disability. So, unless you just happened to have become disabled on the first day of the month, you end up waiting for six months before your Social Security checks start. (There are a couple of severe medical conditions where the waiting period is waived.)

Let’s give an example of how this plays out. Bob has a heart attack on March 15. He files for Social Security disability in April, and on June 25, his claim is approved. He gets an “award letter” telling him that he became dis abled for Social Security purposes on March 15. The letter also tells him that he will get his first Social Security check after five full calendar months have elapsed. So, the first disability check he is due will be for the month of Septem ber, payable in October. (Social Security checks always come one month behind.)

Why does Bob have to wait until Oc tober to get his first disability check if he became disabled in March? I’m really not sure.

I checked the SSA website for infor mation about this. It says the six-month waiting period is intended to make sure that the condition is not a short-term disability. (By law, Social Security dis ability benefits are only paid for longterm disabilities.) But that doesn’t quite make sense to me. The medical review process for disability claims is quite extensive. That’s why it takes sever al months to process disability claims. And part of that process is to root out short-term disabilities. In other words, once a claim is approved, it’s already been decided that the person has a longterm disability. So why wait another six months?

No. 3: Why is there an earnings pen alty if you’re under full retirement age? I really don’t know.

When Social Security began in the 1930s, the law said you had to be retired to get “retirement” benefits. So, if you were a senior citizen who was work ing and had any kind of income, you couldn’t get Social Security. Over the years, Congress gradually eased that re striction. At first, they said if you were over 72 and working, you could get So cial Security checks. Then they lowered that to 70. And then in the 1990s, they lowered it to full retirement age. So, if you are over your FRA and working,

you can get Social Security checks, no matter how much money you make.

But they kept the penalty in place for Social Security recipients under FRA. The law says for every $2 you earn over a yearly threshold ($19,560 in 2022), $1 must be taken out of your Social Secu rity checks.

So why the penalty for people under full retirement age? My guess is it’s sup posed to be an incentive to keep seniors from filing for benefits until they reach full retirement age, but I’m really not

sure.

If you have a Social Security question, Tom Margenau has two books with all the answers. One is called “Social Secu rity -- Simple and Smart: 10 Easy-to-Un derstand Fact Sheets That Will Answer All Your Questions About Social Secu rity.” The other is “Social Security: 100 Myths and 100 Facts.” You can find the books at Amazon.com or other book out lets.

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CROSSWORD PUZZLE

Better to renovate and expand than to move?

BY PHILIP A. RAICES

Rates have risen again this past week topping 7% on fixed 30-year mort gages, and consumers who were con templating moving are now thinking twice. Especially those that have much lower interest rates are now deciding on staying where they are or possibly moving to lower-priced states. Most important depending on where you are currently residing, realizing that the prices of homes going to your next destination are more than the proceeds that you might receive on the sale of your current home, some anxiety and fear set in. Considering taking on another mortgage with considerably higher rates and purchasing at the very top of the market have some rethinking their course of action. This might be a major deterrent in moving especially if you need a mortgage with the highest rates in 20 years since April 2002 and gas at that time was $1.37 per gallon. As we all are experiencing how so many cruciala things have increased and have become so much more costly since then.

But if you are making an outright purchase in cash, then you might begin to have a bit of an edge over those financing as “cash is king” as an advan tage in this ever-changing and chal lenging market. The savings on not having to pay those higher rates will save you hundreds of thousands of dollars in interest. Faster closings can occur without a bank involved.

However, planning on renovating your current home to accommodate

your growing family or just lifestyle changes can be a solution that can be a better way to go. If you need more room and have the lot size to accomplish this or if you can add or expand with a second floor and build up and out to add more square footage, then these are possibilities to consider. Also, as the population ages, one can surely make one’s home more handicap accessible by enabling wheelchairs to go under tables, and stair lifts installed to gain access to a second floor. Making access easier, having a primary bedroom and bathroom constructed on the first floor. There will be trade-offs on whether or not you can continue to stay in your home, while construction is tak ing place and whether there is enough space to live in. Depending on the style, splits and high ranches many times can enable you to stay while upgrading one area of the home and live in the other section, as my daughter and son-in-law are currently doing during their reno vation process.

Sacrifices can be made when visu alizing the big picture and finally see ing the end results. You will also add appreciation to your home over the long run. If and when rates sub side and come down to what you feel makes sense for you and your family, you could then potentially sell at a

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higher price or could also refinance and be able to take out more money than you could have otherwise, before your expansion; for investment, business pur poses or anything else you desire without any tax con sequences as it is a loan and not considered income. But you must be very pru dent and think pragmat ically when considering refinancing and not to over-leverage yourself financially; because you are obviously obligated to pay the lender back.

The lack of inventory has caused many to continue to rethink what they should do whether staying and renovat ing and/or increasing their living area or moving away from their current state to those locations where lower prices are beginning to exist making better deals. Whatever you decide to do, take enough time to cross your t’s and dot your i’s to come to your best solution.

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Saving Plants Over the Winter

If you don’t have a place to grow the geranium as a houseplant, just bring it indoors and don’t water it. Store it in the same location as you would the uprooted plants, in dry, cool conditions. Check on them occasionally and add a little water to the soil now and then to keep them barely alive. Next spring, cut the dead stuff off and begin watering and place them in a sunny window.

Another method involves more work but can get you more plants. Cut the top four to six inches off each branch. Dis card any flower stalks, even if they are

just buds. Take off all the leaves on the bottom two or three inches of the stem. Dip the cutting into rooting hormone powder or liquid, available from garden centers. Place the stem in sand or perlite and add water. A whole tray of them can be made from recycled plastic contain ers. Put them in a sunny window, but not in the sun, or under a fluorescent light.

It will take a month or two for them tobegin rooting. Then they can be potted up, or you can wait until spring. Be sure to keep them watered. A little diluted fer tilizer can be used after they are rooted. The bottom half of the plant that the cut tings came from can be saved as in the

other methods, or it can be thrown out. Some other potted plants from the garden can be saved in the same ways. The common dracaena spike plant that is used in the center of a pot can be saved using all the geranium methods. Large angel wing or dragon wing begonias, Boston fern, ivy, croton, dieffenbachia and other houseplants that were in con tainers during the summer can be used as houseplants during the winter.

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BY DENNIS MAMMANA

Week of November 13-19, 2022

Whenever I spot the constellation Taurus, the bull, rising in the east after dark, I know that winter can’t be far behind.

Stargazers with a vivid imagina tion might be able to trace the stars of Taurus into the outline of a bull’s head and long horns, with the bright star Aldebaran marking its fiery red eye. And this week, the Red Planet Mars shines brilliantly between the tips of the bull’s horns!

Aldebaran, along with the bright stars Antares, Regulus and Fomalhaut, was one of the four “Royal Stars” of ancient Persia. Surrounding Aldebaran, we can easily notice a V-shaped group ing of stars known to astronomers as the Hyades.

In the lore of the ancients -- from Greece to China -- the Hyades has been associated with wet and stormy weath er, and its name is said to come from an archaic Greek word meaning “to rain.”

Only about 153 light years away, the Hyades forms the nearest open star cluster to Earth and may be only about 625 million years old. Though it appears that Aldebaran is part of this cluster, this star lies less than half that distance from us.

BY TRACY BECKERMAN

I’ve had a love-hate relationship with my scale for as long as I can remember -- mostly hate -- and so, when we packed up the house to move, I decided to sim plify my life and see if I could live scalefree for a while. I’d been told that it’s much healthier to gauge your weight by how your clothes fit rather than by how much you weigh. However, I’m pretty sure it was a skinny person who said that.

Still, as someone who has been scale-obsessed in the past, I thought it made sense to ditch my scale. This was a good plan, in theory, until I realized all my jeans had spandex in them and wouldn’t divulge my true size until I either sat and split them or I got report ed to the ASPCSJ (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Skinny Jeans). The truth all came out when I went for a doctor appointment and they made me weigh in, at which point I told the doctor her scale was broken, or possibly possessed, but certainly not

STARGAZERS

The Winter Stars are Coming!

Riding on the back of Taurus appears a tiny grouping of stars that many peo ple misidentify as the Little Dipper; in reality, it’s a cluster known as the Seven Sisters, so named because, on a clear dark night, stargazers with excel lent vision can see seven stars within it -- though most can see only six.

Astronomers know it as the Pleiades; the name is believed to derive from the Greek word meaning “to sail,” because when ancient stargazers saw the Pleiades rise just before the sun, it was a sign of the opening of the navigational season in the Mediterranean world.

In Greek mythology, the stars rep resented the half-sisters of the Hyades who were saved by Zeus from Orion’s pursuit by transforming them into a group of celestial doves. Aratus gave us their stars’ names in a poem from the third century B.C.:

“...These the seven names they bear: / Alcyone and Merope, Celaeno, / Taygeta, and Sterope, Electra, / And queenly Maia, small alike and faint, / But by the will of Zeus illustrious all / At morn and evening, since he makes them mark / Summer and winter, har vesting and seed-time...”

The most famous reference to the Pleiades in English literature, howev er, occurs in the opening passages of Tennyson’s prophetic “Locksley Hall”:

“Many a night I saw the Pleiads, /

rising thro’ the mellow shade, / Glitter like a swarm of fireflies / tangled in a silver braid.”

Astronomers calculate that the Pleiades cluster lies about 444 light years away and believe that it’s about 100 million years old -- a veritable cos mic youngster.

If you live in an area with bright artificial lights, you may be unable to see the Pleiades easily, but you can almost always spot its faint glow by casting your gaze slightly to the side of

the cluster.

If you’ve never seen this magnificent star grouping shimmering in the east after dark, get out this week to do so. It truly is one of the most exquisite sights in all the heavens -- and a true harbin ger of the upcoming winter season.

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Riding on the back of Taurus appears a tiny grouping of stars that many people misidentify as the Little Dipper; in reality, it’s a cluster known as the Seven Sisters, so named because, on a clear dark night, stargazers with excellent vision can see seven stars within it

LOST IN SUBURBIA God Save Our Scale

accurate and I was going to report her to the ASPCPD (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to People in Denial).

Eventually I accepted the truth and although I generally eat healthy, I decided to cut back on my intake of leftover Halloween candy and give up cheese fries. I went back to the gym, dropped a few pounds, and my skinny jeans breathed a sigh of relief. All was well again in the world.

But then we entered that dangerous diet season known as The Holidays. Knowing that I had a propensity to gain weight during this time, I thought it made sense to suck it up and buy a scale again so I could make sure that I didn’t pack on the pounds one choco late turkey at a time. Between the time I had bought my last scale and now, however, it seemed that scales had got ten a major upgrade. These new smart scales not only told you your weight, but they could also measure your body mass index and bone density, as well as

vacuum your rugs and pick up your dry cleaning. Many of them could also talk to you, tell you your weight and then berate you for the last Snickers bar you consumed. You could also program them to berate you in an English accent if you prefer your weight-shaming with a British flair.

Since I was not all that eager to be fat-harassed by a duchess, and I didn’t need to know the fat percentage of my earlobes on a regular basis, I decided to just go with the cheap model that didn’t talk or multitask or co-function as a valet, a coffee maker or a doula. But apparently, the old adage “You get what you pay for” was coined specifically for bathroom scales because no sooner did I set it up and step on it than it freaked out and told me I weighed as much as an NFL linebacker. Although I knew I had put on a bit of weight, I was confi dent that I hadn’t gained so much that I could get my own personal ZIP code.

I nudged the scale across the floor with my toe and then got back on. This

time around it told me I had dropped 80 pounds and weighed as much as a Yorkipoo. Much as I would have liked to weigh as little as a Yorkipoo, I suspect ed this weight wasn’t right either and nudged the scale to yet another location across the floor. When I stepped on, the number again skyrocketed and I nearly had a stroke until I realized my dog had his paw on the back of the scale, just to be funny.

I moved the dog and nudged the scale once more. This time it didn’t say I was too heavy or too light. This time the scale said I weighed 0.

I could work with that.

Tracy Beckerman is the author of the Amazon Bestseller “Barking at the Moon: A Story of Life, Love, and Kibble,” available on Amazon and Barnes and Noble online! You can visit her at www. tracybeckerman.com.

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EMPLOYMENT

HELP WANTED

CLERICAL POSITION PT / FT

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EMPLOYMENT

HELP WANTED

COMPANION WANTED for young adult. Carle Place/Mineola location. Flexible hours. Must drive / have car / NYS driver’s license. Please call: 516-747-7377

EMPLOYMENT

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FORMER BIG FOUR/SIX ACCOUNTANT

Stay at home mom looking to make extra spending money? Flexible schedule, limited deadlines, work from home. 18-20 hours per week. CPA not required. Call 516-522-0499 Email: kathleen@kscprofes sional.com

GARDEN CITY CPA seeks accounting student to work part time all year round. Days, nights or weekends, flex ible hours, approximately 8-12 hours per week. Student will learn how to keep books and records for small businesses, prepare financial statements and payroll, busi ness and personal income tax returns and assist on certified audits. Knowledge of Excel and Word required, Quickbooks a plus. Reply to gardencityc pa@yahoo.com

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RECEPTIONIST FULL TIME NEEDED

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TELEMARKETERS

Lead Generation. No Experience Necessary! $16/hour Plus Commission! 25 Hours/Week, 10am-4pm. Nice Work Environment! In Office Only / Not Remote. Garden City, NY Call Rick: 516-456-7492

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ADVENTURES IN LEARNING

SEEKS PART-TIME TEACHERS

Adventures in Learning, the highly successful after-school academic and enrichment program for Manhasset and Great Neck students (Grades Kindergarten-6), seeks part-time teachers who have either a Bachelors or Masters Degree in Education for the 2022-2023 academic year. Teachers are needed with backgrounds in Reading, Math, Science, English as a New Language (ENL) and more.

For many years, Adventures has served hundreds of local children, making a difference in the lives of young people who would otherwise be without assistance during a critical time in their development.

For further detailed job information, please email diana@adventures-in-learning.org or call 516-365-7131.

EMPLOYMENT

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VET/TECH KENNEL ASSIS TANT needed. All shifts available. Duties include helping doc tors with appointments/treat ments. Cleaning cages/offices/ equipment. Must like animals, be reliable, dependable & work well with others.

Please call to schedule inter view.

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EMPLOYMENT

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MARKETPLACE

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Money Matters

Practical and common-sense advice to help you:

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PAINTING & PAPERHANGING

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SERVICES PARTY HELP

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SERVICES

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Last Hope is Part of the Chewy.com Rescue Program

If you haven’t tried Chewy. com yet for your pet food and supply purchases, this is a great time to check them out. Last Hope Ani mal Rescue and Rehabili tation is now part of their rescue program. For each new customer that makes a purchase, Last Hope will receive a $20 dona tion. Click on the ad below or go directly to the Last Hope page at https://www. chewy.com/rp/5941

On Oct. 15, Garden City High School's marching band came in second place in a US Bands competition held at Northern Highlands High School in New Jersey. Under the direction of Mr. Daniel DellaMonica, the band received the high score of 80.6. They competed against eight other bands from varying high schools throughout New York and New Jersey.

Amanda Hauser, the district coordinator of music and the arts, explained that the band has been

working tirelessly since August in show preparation, and their recent success is a testament to their hard work, passion and unwavering commitment.

“Throughout the season, the students have formed a bond both on and off the field,” Hauser said. “Whether they are cheering for other bands from the stands, con necting on the bus, or baring their souls on the field during a performance, the students have

From left: Aila Hanif, Alessandra DeAlbuquerque, Jonathon Sanasie, and Eric Hartmann beamed with pride as they held their second place US Bands competition trophy.

Students in the Garden City High School marching band stood ready in anticipation of the competition’s start.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

taken care of since it was purchased, expert engineers have declared it struc turally sound due the building methods and components employed in the era in which it was constructed. There is virtually no asbestos in the building as it wasn’t heavily used then. The com mittee was nothing short of profession al, fiscally responsible, courteous, very informative and very open to all sugges tions and questions. Just like the other presentations I have attended by this group of very qualified professionals, the meeting was very poorly attended by the residents of Garden City - the people that will be directly affected by the outcome of these efforts. The next meeting will be on Wednesday evening at the GC Middle School at 7:30.

Shortly, the results of the commit tee’s efforts will be assembled in the form of a village wide resident vote. We all deserve to be able to hear and offer input to the process used in reaching the committee’s recommendation to the Board of Trustees. We all are able to be fully informed as to how they arrived at their choice however, by the attendance to date (approximately 125 residents max each meeting), this will not be the case and there will be a lot of misinfor mation out there.

Special places such as Garden City don’t just happen - they develop because people care and contribute. Mayor Veneziale, by assembling this group of volunteers, has clearly shown that he cares and by the committee members volunteering it is clear that they care

also. They invite all to join them at their weekly Tuesday night meeting at 7PM at the Garden City Historical Society Building located at 109 Eleventh St. in Garden City, They are very broadmin ded and open to ALL questions and considerations.

The focus of most questions asked at the meetings to date have been about the cost - as they should be! The attend ees have been understanding that the committee is going through the very process that is necessary to achieve that information and the committee has stated clearly the they would not do anything that the financial committee determines we would not be able to afford. That would leave open the con sideration for a plan to phase in differ ent components over a period of time.

Today’s society is very demanding on everyone’s time. It is difficult for people to find time for any addition to their already hectic schedules. This is especially true for people raising young families. Those people not being able to attend many of these meetings is under stood. For that reason, the committee has the following addresses on social media and if you are unable to attend in person, please stay in touch with this process via social media so we can keep Garden City the special place that it as been for the first 150 years.

Website: stpaulsreports.org

Instagram: @stpaulsreports

Facebook: St Paul’s Reports

Email: stpaulscomments@gardenc ityny.net

Dom Valente

Honoring our veterans

To the Editor:

I was raised on 4th Street by a war hero. My father would reject that label and laugh at the sentence.

But, whenever we had a chance, my brothers and I would take the box from the back of the top shelf in my father’s closet and we would empty all the med als and ribbons onto the perfectly made bed. We would put the two Purple Hearts off to one side of the pile and the combat infantryman’s badge at the other side of the pile. The USA Canada patch for the 1st Special Forces, in which he served as an infantry officer, was our favorite. Our oldest brother, Eddie, told us that the 1st Special Forces was an important part of the Army. Congress eventual ly agreed, awarding the members the Congressional Gold Medal. And Eddie eventually learned even more about the Army, serving two terms in the Vietnam War and rising to full Colonel. Unfortunately, in Vietnam, he would spread out his lunch on the top of con tainers of Agent Orange and died at a young age of lung cancer linked to those chemicals.

As for the suggestion in the first sentence that my father raised me, he would laugh because he knew, as all my brothers and sisters knew, that it was all my mother, who our father adored. So, today, you could remember two war heroes from two very different wars by thinking of one name: Ed Kelly.

THE MAYOR’S UPDATE

cveneziale@gardencityny.net

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cated to the second floor of Village Hall.

Drug Collection

The Garden City Police Department participated in the DEA National Drug Take Back Day on October 29, 2022 and collected six large boxes of unwanted, expired, and unused drugs and medi cations. Adelphi University also par ticipated in the event and collected one large box of pharmaceuticals.

Change your Clocks, Change your Batteries

It’s that time of year again. Change your clock, change your batteries. Changing and testing the batteries in your smoke alarms when setting your clocks back an hour for daylight savings time can help save lives. The National Fire Protection Association reports that 71 percent of smoke alarms that failed to operate had missing, disconnected

or dead batteries. Smoke alarms are a key part of your home fire escape plan. When there is a fire, smoke spreads fast. Working smoke alarms give you early warning so you can get outside quickly. Smoke alarms save lives.

National American Indian Heritage Month

The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution has asked me to proclaim November as National American Indian/Indigenous Peoples Heritage Month in Garden City. In remembrance of the centennial of the 19th Amendment, we recognize the great contribution that the Native Americans have made to our Country, past and present.

Garden City Turkey Trot

Long Island’s largest Thanksgiving Day road race will mark its 45th anni versary this November in Garden City. Registration for the annual Garden City

Turkey Trot, a longstanding community tradition, is underway at www.gctur keytrot.com. The Turkey Trot consists of three races: the Challenger Division Race for special needs athletes, a 1.4 mile Fun Run and a 5 Mile Race. All three races start and finish in front of St. Paul’s on Stewart Avenue. Pick up your race bib and race T-shirt on Wednesday night, Thanksgiving Eve, November 23, at St. Paul’s between 6:00 and 8:30 p.m. Runners are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items for the Turkey Trot Food Drive. New this year is a sneaker collection.

Support local restaurants

To the Editor:

In these difficult economic times, it is especially important to patronize your local neighborhood restaurant not only during “Long Island Restaurant Week November 6th to 13th, but all year round. There are so many great restaurants in Garden City, Hicksville, Jericho, Mid-Island, Syosset and other nearby communities in Nassau County.

My wife and I don’t mind occasion ally paying a little more to help our local restaurants survive. Don’t forget your cook and server. We try to tip 20 percent against the total bill including taxes. If it is an odd amount, we round up to the next dollar. If we can afford to eat out, we can afford an extra dollar tip. When ordering take out, we always leave a dollar or two for the waiter or cook. It is appreciated.

Remember these people are our neighbors. Our local entrepreneurs have continued to create new employ ment opportunities without the assis tance of federally-funded taxpayers’ stimulus dollars. They work long hours, pay taxes and provide local employ ment. If we don’t patronize our local restaurants to shop and eat, they don’t eat either.

Please join me and your neighbors in continuing to support the Garden City News and affiliated Litmore pub lications. Patronize their restaurant advertisers; they provide the necessary revenues to help keep them in business. Let them know you saw their ad.

Larry Penner

Solicitations

Cub Scout Pack 55 and Boy Scout Pack 55 will be conducting a door-todoor fundraiser selling poinsettias and wreaths through December 3, 2022. BSA Troop 322 will be conducting a door-to-door fundraiser selling packs of stationery cards featuring artwork by the Scouts from October 22 until dis tribution in December. Both groups are approved to solicit Mondays-Fridays 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Saturdays from 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., and Sundays 12 noon to 4:00 p.m. Invited callbacks only between the hours of 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Charles Kelly

LEGAL NOTICES

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

Notice of Formation of Bohemian Chic NY LLC.

Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 2022-08-25. Office location: Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent of Limited Liability Company (LLC) upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY should mail process to Rebecca Iudica: 20 Bluebell Ct Garden City NY 11530. Purpose: Any lawful purpose

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

Notice of Formation of BUSHIDO S.C.K RYU WAY OF THE WARRIOR . Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 2022-10-24. Office location: Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent of Limited Liability Company (LLC) upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY should mail process to Registered agents inc: 418 Broadway Ate R Albany NY 12207. Purpose: Any lawful purpose

NASSAU COUNTY

LEGAL NOTICE Public Notice

AT&T is proposing to remove and install antennas on a water tank with an overall height of 175 feet at 578 Mineola Avenue, Carle Place, Nassau County, New York 11514. The antennas will be installed at a top height of 138 feet. AT&T is publishing this notice in accordance with Federal Communications Commission regulations (47 CFR § 1.1307) for Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) and for the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Parties interested in commenting on this Federal undertaking or with questions on the proposed facility should contact, Elizabeth Shule, 2154 Torrance Boulevard, Suite 200, Torrance, CA, 90501, (314)3393896, eshule@partneresi.com. Please provide comments within 30 days of the publication date.

8th Grade MS Soccer ends successful season

Bottom row (left to right): Casey Henson, Henry Koester, Nicky Henson, Ryan Jendras, Arya Rad, Jack Cobb, Gavin Friedman, Collin Gibbons and Joey LoPiccolo.

Not in picture: Mr. Doyle (coach).

Soccer Players of the Week

Pre K Boys

Team 3 Light Blue

Soccer Dudes: Andy Chester Mason Hendrickson Jack Lehmann

Team 4 Red DragonsKillian Ganas Maddox Corbett

Team 1 "Sharks" Liam Montegari James Slattery

Team #5-Orange Snakes Alex Trasolini Jacob Murray Shane Reilly

Team 8 Blue Alligators Rikhil Doshi Ford Vernaci

Team 6Charlie Dolan Clark Minardi Chase Whicher

Team 7Joseph Sclafani William Whitaker

Kindergarten Girls

Pinkie Pies Whole Team

Pink Unicorns Whole Team Bluebirds Whole Team

Team Minarcik Whole Team

Light Blue Polka Dots Whole Team

Green Unicorns Whole Team

Blue Crush Whole Team

Purple Unicorns Whole Team

Kindergarten Boys

Team Weber/Red Raiders The Whole Team

Team Schrubbe The Whole Team Team Brossard The Whole Team Team Coratti

Jack Becker Sidharth Goyal Team Miller The Whole Team

Team Boyle The Whole Team

Team Fruzzetti The Whole Team

Team Williamson/ Orange United Cooper Quinones

Team Nick/Green Machine Alexander Conway Samuel Hubbard

Team Porto Charlie Haunss Colin Joost Dylan Roche

1st Grade Girls

Team Munnelly Sydney Canales Catherine Houston

Team Crain The Whole Team

Team Parlanti The Whole Team

Team Servino The Whole Team

Team Blake Emma Finley Kaitlin Kapoor Angelina Shalhoub

Team McCartney -The Dolphins Juliette Bletsch Grace Cantwell Clara McCartney

Team Mullowney Beatrix Hayn Gabby Phillipou Brianna Mullowney

Team DoggendorfThe Red Wolves Brooke Dobbin Shea Meehan

Arya Ng Isla Yehia

Team Harrison Grace Schrafel Kelsey Southerd Claire Sullivan Avery Titterton

Team Kelleher Kennedy Croyle Kylie Janish Livia Collins

2nd & 3rd Grade Girls

Team USA

Ali Atteritano Annie Doherty Abigail Hegmann Amelia Regazzi Claire Scuderi Marin Smith

Team England The Whole Team!

Team Italy The Whole Team!

Team Portugal Giavanni Ciccone Christi Giles Valentina Marin Alexa Peek Maëllie Pierre-Louis Delaney Crowell

Team France The Whole Team!

Team Ireland The Whole Team!

Team Brazil The Whole Team!

Team Spain The Whole Team!

Top row (left to right): Eric Chen, Tyler McArdle, Christian Davi, Carter Herrera, Gian Luca Damiano, Matthew Pontecorvo, Sebastian Martinez, Andrew Schreck, Tommy Schreier, Luke Nicosia, Brendan Ohl, J.L. Antico, Aidan Eddelson and Jack Armstrong.

Red Field Hockey has undefeated season

Cross Country Track team ends strong season

Williams. Coaches Kerry McCooey, Jen Williams and Jamie Falvey loved coaching the team and want to thank the players and families for another wonderful season!

Centennials annual Alumni Soccer Game

The Garden City Centennials will be having its Annual Alumni Soccer game on Friday Nov. 25, at Community Park Turf field from 11–1 p.m. Looking for all GC Centennial Alumni and High School seniors from GCHS, Chaminade, Kellenberg, Regis, Sacred Heart. St. Mary’s etc. Spread the word to all for

mer players. There will be a gathering at Doc O’Grady’s on Nassau Blvd at 2 p.m. for the USA vs England World Cup game. If you can’t make the game please come on down to Doc’s to talk about the glory days of old. Please email us at: gcreferees@gmail.com to join our alumni mailing list.

GCAA Intramural Basketball online registration now open

GCAA is proud to announce that intramural basketball online registra tion for the 2022–2023 season is now available at www.gc-aa.com (click bas ketball, click registration button on home page.) Please register early to lock in the rates of $80 for the K/1st grade clinics and $120 for intramural games (2nd–8th grades.) Late fees of $25 will apply after October 31.

The GCAA intramural basketball season starts on Saturday, December 3rd and runs thru early March. The season concludes with Championship Saturday on March 11, 2023. GCAA intramural basketball expects over 800 boys and girls to participate. Please make sure to register early because spots are limited, and we expect each grade to reach capacity. GCAA ros ters, schedules, standings, and clinics are easy to follow via the GCAA web site (www.gc-aa.com) starting in late November.

Games will be played at St. Paul’s and our anticipated schedule for the 2022–2023 season (Saturdays beginning December 3) is as follows:

• 8:00–9:00 a.m. (Kindergarten & 1st Grade Clinics, Boys and Girls)

• 9:00–10:00 a.m. (2nd Grade Boys Games)

• 10:00–11:00 a.m. (2nd/3rd Grade Girls Games)

• 11:00–12:00 p.m. (3rd Grade Boys Games)

• 12:00–1:30 p.m. (4th Grade Boys Games)

• 1:30–3:00 p.m. (5th Grade Boys Games)

• 3:00–4:30 p.m. (4th/5th/6th Grade Girls Games)

• 4:30–6:00 p.m. (6th Grade Boys Games)

• 7th/8th Grade Boys Games (Time varies, Saturday afternoons & Friday nights)

• 7th/8th Grade Girls Games (Time varies, Saturday afternoons & Friday nights)

Thanks for your continued support of GCAA Basketball!

Feel free to reach out with any ques tions:

Nate Coelen: natecoelen@hotmail. com

The Garden City 2030 Red Field Hockey Team wrapped up another undefeated season on Sunday. The team includes Layla Ellis, Katelyn Parker, Norah Galanek, Gracie Galli, Ashley Callahan, Sadie Hogan, Willa Maher, Quinn Topping, Willa Brown, Kate Sullivan, Shelby Howald, Corrine Macchio, Emily Manna, Caitlyn Hershowitz, Kayla Hannify, Shay Falvey, Mary Rae McCooey and Keagan

The Girls and Boys Cross Country Track teams ended their fall season with a meet in Cold Spring Harbor, recently. The runners did an exceptional job running the hills of the course and encouraging each other as they ran. A special shout out to the the wonderful coaches for their dedication and encouragement. Photo and caption by Regina Moran

12U GC Gladiators win fall baseball championship

on Luke Vendetti’s 2-RBI single. After a back and forth next couple innings, GC took the lead for good 9-8 on a JoJo Albano triple which scored Ryan Nies in the bottom of the 5th. Pitcher Christian Arlia came in close it out earning the save and sending the Gladiators to the next round after a huge comeback win. This was a true team win, with contributions coming from everyone, including John David Scianablo’s clutch RBI single and Ben Fuschillo’s two stolen bases and two runs scored.

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The Garden City Gladiators ’ solid fall season earned them the 2-seed heading into the eight team playoff tournament. They were shorthand ed, however, heading into the play offs, with speedster Adrian Alvarado nursing finger injury, but supplying various flavors of sunflower seeds and cheering his teammates along in the dugout throughout the team’s

playoff run.

In their first game against the 7-seed Long Island Indians, the Gladiators faced a 7-0 deficit going into the bottom of the third inning. Staring down potential playoff elim ination and an early end to their season, GC sent ten men to the plate in the third, ultimately scoring seven runs that inning and tying the game

The second round of the play offs pitted a confident Gladiators squad against New Hyde Park under the lights at Community Park on Thursday, 11/3. Matteo DiLoreto toed the slab for GC, scattering nine hits and striking out 5 without allow ing a walk in a huge complete game performance. The Gladiator bats were quiet in this pitchers’ duel until Tucker Leake singled, stole second and third, then scored on a ground out in the 4th inning to give GC a 2-1 lead. Then in the 5th Evan Glace’s gutsy at bat resulted in a well-earned walk. He proceeded to steal second then score on a Leake groundout to push the lead to 3-1, which DiLoreto held in the 6th to preserve the win, sending GC to the championship.

A champion would be crowned at Glacken Park in Freeport the next night, 11/4, against the North Bellmore North Merrick Rebels in front of a packed house. The Gladiators were locked in from the beginning, with Chris Pospisil mow ing down Rebels batters on his way to an 8 strikeout, no walk complete game performance. GC ’ s bats came alive in the 5th, with hits by Drew

Hillman and Ryan Nies, but they couldn’t push a run across. The game was still scoreless heading into the top of the 6th, when NBNM advanced their leadoff batter to third base as the potential go-ahead run with no outs. Never wavering, Pospisil struck out the next two bat ters and got the third to ground out to Luke Vendetti at second to end the inning, preserving the scoreless tie and giving GC a chance to win it in the bottom of the frame. JoJo Albano led off with a bomb to center field, which bounced off the top of the wall and back into play. After some confusion and speculation that the ball would be ruled a game-ending walk-off home run, it was ultimately deemed a single after a conference by the umpires. Undeterred, Albano advanced to second on a perfect bunt by Chris Pospisil, then to third on a hard single to right by Tucker Leake bringing Eli Patrickakos to the plate with a chance to drive in a run to win the championship. Ice water in his veins, Patrickakos took a strike to allow Leake to steal second, then calmly laced the next pitch down the third base line to score Albano and give the Gladiators the champion ship with the 1-0 win. Players and coaches streamed out of the dugout, mobbing Patrickakos behind second base and showering him with water and Gatorade.

This championship was the culmi nation of a group of players coming together, playing for each other and dedicating the time and effort neces sary to be ready to contribute to their team when they had the opportunity. Expect big things from this group as they continue their baseball journey.

The champions pose in front of the scoreboard.

row (left to right): Ben Fuschillo, JoJo Albano, Evan Glace, Adrian Alvarado, Christian Arlia, Tucker Leake.

row (left to right): Ryan Nies, Chris Pospisil, John David Scianablo, Matteo DiLoreto, Eli Patrickakos, Luke Vendetti, Drew Hillman.

The team celebrates after being presented with their championship banner.

Coach Joey goes over the game plan prior to the championship game.

Recreation Swim Lessons at Adelphi

GARDEN CITY RECREATION AND PARK NEWS

Announced

Garden City Recreation and Parks will be con ducting Children’s swimming lessons for Village residents at the Adelphi University Swimming Pool in Woodruff Hall on Saturday mornings. Your child must be six years of age by the start of the program to participate. The ten-week session will begin Saturday, December 3, 2022. The cost is $150.00. To register, please visit the Recreation and Parks Department at 108 Rockaway Ave on Monday or, if you have a password you can register online at www. gcreconline.gardencityny.net.

• Level 1 – Introduction to Water Skills

• Level 2 – For children who have taken a les son but need to learn fundamental skills

• Level 3 – Will build on fundamental skills by providing guided practices

• Level 4 – Develops confidence in the strokes learned and improve other aquatic skills

• Level 5 – Provides further coordination and refinement of strokes

• Level 6P – Personal Water Safety - Stresses survival floating, treading water, swimming in clothes, etc.

• Level 6F – Water Fitness – sessions will cover learning training techniques, how to use fins, kickboards, pace, clock, etc.

Classes offered are as follows -

10:00 a.m. Level 1 (10 maximum) 10–1

10:00 a.m. Level 3 (10 maximum) 10–3 10:00 a.m. Level 4 (10 maximum) 10–4

10:00 a.m. Level 6F (12 maximum) 10–6F

11:00 a.m. Level 2 (10 maximum) 11–2

11:00 a.m. Level 3 (10 maximum) 11–3

11:00 a.m. Level 4 (10 maximum) 11–4

11:00 a.m. Level 5 (10 maximum) 11–5

12:00 p.m. Level 2 (10 maximum) 12–2

12:00 p.m. Level 4 (10 maximum) 12–4

12:00 p.m. Level 5 (10 maximum) 12–5

12:00 p.m. Level 6P (12 maximum) 12–6P

1:00 p.m. Level 2 (10 maximum) 1–2

1:00 p.m. Level 3 (10 maximum) 1–3

1:00 p.m. Level 4 (10 maximum) 1–4

1:00 p.m. Level 5 (10 maximum) 1–5

Please make selections carefully as fees are not returnable.

Garden

City Recreation’s Gym Program

For Grades K thru 6

Garden City Recreation and Parks is pleased to offer its after school gym program for Kindergarten and 1st grades on Wednesdays in St. Paul’s Fieldhouse beginning the week of Tuesday, December 13, accord ing to the following schedule:

• Tuesdays – 2nd and 3rd Grades – 3:45 to 5:45 p.m.

• Wednesdays – Kindergarten and 1st Grades –4 to 5:30 p.m.

• Fridays – 4th, 5th, and 6th Grades – 3:45 to 5:45 p.m.

Each 10-week program will consist of organized games and activities in a supervised setting. The cost of this program will be $85.

Children must bring their own water bottle clearly labeled with their name. Parents will not be allowed in the gym during the session. Dropoff and pickup will take place on the west side of the Fieldhouse. Space is limited for this program.

Sneakers must be worn for any activity in the field house and only water is allowed in the facility.

Note- Once the children are in our facility, they will not be allowed to leave unless picked up by an adult. Please be prompt. Space is limited. Please visit the Recreation and Parks Office at 108 Rockaway Ave. with your registration fee made payable to the Inc. Village of Garden City, or, if you have a password you can register online at www.gcreconline.gardencityny. net.

Chi Kung Exercise and Meditation

Please join Andrea Albergo for chi kung, which is considered a beautiful, peaceful path for body, mind and spirit. Andrea will show how to create a peaceful body by combining movement, breathing and medita tion. This class is geared for seniors or the beginner adult. This six-week session will begin Thursday, November 10, and will be held at 1 pm at Garden City’s Senior Center. The price for the session is $ 40.

To register this class, please visit the Recreation Office at 108 Rockaway Ave with payment.

Recreation Pickleball News

Beginning Tuesday, November 1, Recreation and Parks will offer one pickleball session from 9:30 to noon, Tuesdays through Fridays. This session will be open to residents and will allow continuous round robin use during that session. The cost per session will be $6.00 daily or with a pass, $5.00.

The courts will be also open for resident play from 4:15 to 5:45 p.m. on the following dates:

• Tuesday, November 15

• Thursday, November 17

• Monday, November 21

• Tuesday, November 22

• Tuesday, November 29

• Thursday, December 1

The same fee to play as above will apply.

Did you know that Hemlock and Edgemere Parks both have pickleball courts? Residents are invited to use the courts and nets

Adult Evening Programs at the Field House

The Recreation Adult Programs in the Field House

begin on Wednesday, October 12, according to the fol lowing schedule:

• Mondays: Mens’ Basketball 7:30–10 p.m.

• Wednesdays: Mens’ Basketball 7:30–10 p.m.

• Thursdays: Adult Volleyball 7:30–10 p.m.

These programs are open to residents of the Inc. Village of Garden City who have graduated high school OR adults who can show proof of graduating Garden City high school (diploma, student ID card). A picture ID is required to sign in to any program. For further infor mation, please contact the Recreation Office at 465-4075.

A fee schedule will be place for any resident adult interested in participating in Adult Activities in St. Paul’s Fieldhouse. The fee schedule is as follows:

10 Play Pass – Good for any Fieldhouse sport for 10 visits - $50

5 Play Pass – Good for any Fieldhouse sport for 5 visits - $25

A participant may also “pay as you go” but payment will only be accepted by check or credit card only, NO CASH ACCEPTED. “Pay as you go” prices will be $6. Passes may be purchased at the fieldhouse when arriv ing for your sport.

PLEASE NOTE - A resident participant may bring in 1 non-resident guest. This rule will be strictly enforced. These guest must arrive and leave with the resident. There are no passes for non- residents. The daily fee for the non-resident guest is $8.

To purchase one of the passes, please fill out the attached application and mail to or visit the Recreation Office at 108 Rockaway Ave. You will also be able to purchase a pass from our St. Paul’s staff. All payments must be made by either a check made payable to the “Inc. Village of Garden City” or credit card only. No cash will be accepted.

Evening Basketball Membership for Adult Residents

Evening basketball membership applications for unlimited play during Recreation and Parks Adult Basketball season are now available at the Recreation Office. This application for resident membership covers the season beginning October 12, 2022 to May 24, 2023. This membership is open to any individual who is a resident of the Inc. Village of Garden City. It covers unlimited dates of play during our evening bas ketball program for the membership holder only under the rules and regulations set forth by the Garden City Recreation Department.

The fee for membership will be $185.00. Proof of res idency or proof of graduating Garden City High School is required. To register for membership, please visit the Recreation Administrative Office at 108 Rockaway Avenue to complete an application and return the form with full payment. Checks should be made payable to the “Village of Garden City”.

GCMS Seventh Grade Field Hockey

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Goalie:

What girl wouldn’t want to suit up for goal?

Fearless Vicky Racich was goal keeper the entire last game, and she did great!

What could be better than playing a fall sport for your school, with all your friends, under the coaching supervision of one of the most beloved teachers (Mrs. Madden) at the Garden City Middle School? Not much! Middle School Field Hockey is a sport where most of the athletes playing have not participated in a real game yet. Clinics and fun 7 v 7 games start in

Garden City at a younger age, but fullblown contests come for most in Middle school, which is really saying something as the program is always top notch by the High School years. Therefore, this inau gural season was a success with just one defeat to perennial rival Manhasset at the beginning of the schedule. Next year they will be ready! Hey Red!

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Sarah Ullrich, Caileigh McDonough, Emmy Read, Finlay Newell and Emma Robertiello.

Amanda Backer scopes the field for the perfect pass- with Taylor Antico and Delaney McNaboe looking on.

goal scorers on the team were the dynamic duo of Delaney McNaboe and Emmy Read, making their mothers very proud!

Seventh Grade Field Hockey celebrates a victory against Locust Valley.

2022 7th Grade Squad.

row (left to right): Amanda Backer, Elle Maher, Abby Hogan, Charlotte Cocuzza, Morgan Mathers, Finlay Newell, Julia Pontone, Taylor Antico, Caileigh McDonough, Emma Constantinos, Emma Robertiello, Emmy Read.

row (left to right): Abby Loeven, Caroline Webber, Ellie Chen, Caroline Graser, Sarah Ullrich, Delaney McNaboe, Morgan Flynn, Maggie Clavin, Angela Vorkas, Georgia Kall and Ava Considine.

Victoria Racich

Tenacious defenders Ava Considine, Angela Vorkas and Lizzy Hagopian smile for the camera.

Finlay Newell contacts ball for perfect feed — Finlay led the team in assists. Key players Emma Robertiello and Sarah Ullrich also pictured.

Tradition Lacrosse plays in showcase tournament

Joy is found not in finishing an activity, but in doing it.

Tradition Lacrosse was back on the fields again competing at the Northeast Showcase tournament in Colonie, NY and Play for the Future tournament at White Plains High School.

Tradition Lacrosse is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, managed and led by unpaid community vol unteers. These volunteers have suc

cessfully led and managed teams in athletics, business, our community and/or the military. The program's motto, “Choose To Win,” teaches the girls life is about choices. Choose to get the most out of your God-given abilities and to help others maximize their abilities.

For more information about Tradition lacrosse, please visit tradi tionlax.org.

Varsity Field Hockey wins Long Island Championship

The Garden City Varsity Field Hockey team shut out Suffolk County Champion Rocky Point at Berner Middle School with a 3-0 victory, on Thursday, November 3, to claim the Long Island Championship. Garden City has held this title for 7 out of the last 8 years, with the COVID year 2020 being the exception.

Six minutes into the game Katie Heckelmann got the Lady Trojans a corner. With Marie Cacciabaudo’s insert, Rory Heslin was able to get the ball to the back of the net giving the Lady Trojans a 1-0 lead. Eleven minutes into the second half Sheila Mullins forced a corner. The corner was inserted by Arcangela Haffner and resulted in a goal by Marie Cacciabaudo with an assist from Rory Heslin. With two minutes left in the game Arcangela Haffner crossed the ball into the middle. There was a scrum between the offense and defense for the ball with Sarah Kade prevailing by hitting the ball over the goal line to make the score 3-0.

The game was a team effort. The defense, which is led by Maureen Arendt, Gemma

Cowie, Arcangela Haffner, Katherine O’Hanlon and goalie MacKenzie Wehrum, who had two saves, played a tough game as usual and were able to shut out the Rocky Point offense. Midfielders Sheila Mullins, Marie Cacciabaudo and Tara Hollis worked tirelessly to shut down the fired-up Lady Eagles. Their consistency and tenacity paid off as they set up plays and helped keep the ball in their possession. The forward line Katherine O’Hanlon, Sarah Kade, Rory Heslin, Katie Heckelmann, and Catherine Clavin capitalized on the hard work of their defense and midfield to keep pressure on Rocky Point.

Congratulations to the players and coaches of the varsity girls’ field hock ey team on winning the Long Island Championship game! The team will face South Glens Falls on Saturday, November 12, at 12 p.m. at Centereach High School in the New York State Class B semifinals. If they win, they will play for the champion ship on Sunday. Hey Red!

The Garden City field hockey team celebrate the Long Island Championship against Rocky Point!

All Photos by Ed Rotondo

Shelia Mullins stops Rocky Point from scoring!

Junior Maureen Arendt races Rocky Point for the chance to control the ball!

Senior Gemma Cowie a key mem ber of the solid defense with Captain MacKenzie Wehrum in goal!

Sophomore Arcangela Haffner strikes the ball up field!

Captain Rory Heslin strikes the ball into the goal! Captain Marie Cacciabaudo controls the ball!

Sarah Kade’s tenacity to get the ball over the goal line resulted in the third goal!

8th Grade Football ends season undefeated

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Celebrating a perfect season!

The 8th Grade Trojans marched onto the Manhasset football field for the last time as a team to face the Indians and preserve their perfect season record.

In true fashion, GC made their way into the end zone with force, might and finesse. Perfect extra-point kicks and the will to win. With a final score of 30-24, the Garden City 8th Grade team finished with a perfect 6-0 record.

Thank you to Coaches Zagari and Holman for all their time and devotion to teaching the boys how to play foot ball and have fun. Thank you to the team parents who hosted pasta parties, organized sportswear sales, created sea son mementos and planned the end of season party. Thank you to the Trojan Nation fans of grandparents, parents, siblings, aunts, uncles, and friends who came out to cheer on the boys through out the season.

Congratulations to the entire team:

• Luke Agrippina

• Anthony Asaro

• Thomas Bacich

• Brendan Benn

• Cooper Bromberg

• Greg Buccella

• James Butt

• Chris Byrne

• Jack Campolettano

• Aidan Carr

• Jackson Castellanos

• Theo Castro

• Damien Cheng

• Blake Cincotta

• Nathan Cohen

• Patrick Corrigan

• Will Curley

• Andrew Dengler

• Diego Dersch

• Dhruv Dutta

• Johnny Gale

• Gus Galli

• Oliver Gibson

• Kyle Glosman

• Luke Gordon

• Liam Hanrahan

• Matteo Ingrassia

• Peter Jackson

• Aidan Khouri

• Ethan Klie

• Vincent Lattuca

• Jack LeSueur

• Cole Lewis

• Christian Licari

• Mitchell LoBiondo

• Vincent Lodato

• Harrison Lagonikos

• Brett McGowan

• Ronan O’Donohue

• Joseph Ottomanelli

• Dimitrij Prokopez

• Brayden Robertiello

• Matthew Ryan

• Owen Sack

• Max Siragusa

• Bobby Skiadis

• Michael Sommerfield

• Luke Turck

• Mack Whalen

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Sports Events

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Trojans tame the Colts in first playoff game

The Garden City Trojans dominated the first round of the Nassau County Division II Playoffs with a great all-around team performance. From three touchdowns by Stevie Finnell to solid play by Matt Heaney, the Trojans were on their game, taking the first step towards winning another confer ence title.

Winning 56-7, the GC squad over whelmed Calhoun, with seniors shining especially bright during their last home game on Warren King Field at GC High School. 24 senior players will graduate in 2023 after many wonderful years of play ing together. These boys have enjoyed an amazing ride from that first August eve ning of Thunder practice on St. Paul’s Field. Congratulations to all of the seniors and their families!

The offense made it look as easy with Michael Berkery catching one touchdown,

Cooper Kraus rushing for two, and Stevie Finnell running for three! RJ Votruba and Owen Wuchte each added another touch down during the second half. Hayden Minuto scored 8/8 on extra points, bring ing the impressive Trojan Offense point total to 56. The Calhoun Colts mustered only one touchdown against the top ranked GC Defense. Andrew Cresciullo, Kevin Blum, James Ulrich, Sawyer Olson, Cooper Kraus, and Bryan Boccafola each made big plays to stop the Colts’ best efforts to move the ball into Trojan territory.

This week Garden City will play the Southside Cyclones in the second round of the Playoffs at Hofstra University on Friday, November 11, at 4 p.m. Each week will get tougher and tougher as the GC Trojans pursue the Championship. Come down Friday and cheer on this amazing team! GO TROJANS!

Future Trojans.

Matt Heaney in action.Amazing catch by Archer.Trifecta: Blum, Webber and Finnell.

Strong GC defense.

Class of 2023.

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