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Friday, May 26, 2017

Vol. 93, No.36

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Albanese Org. objects to zoning change supported by Chamber BY RIKKI N. MASSAND A public hearing that began on May 18 and will continue when the Village Board meets on Thursday, June 1, has the undivided attention of major real estate and commercial stakeholders in Garden City, including a prominent voice who helped in the early years of organizing the village’s downtown along with former trustees and former mayor Robert Rothschild. A week ago Russell Matthews

This is the time to register your child(ren) for the Garden City Public Schools Summer Enrichment Program taking place at Stratford Avenue School from July 3rd through July 28th. Mail-in registration is taking place now, during the month of May. Space is limited, so registration is on a first come first serve basis. This will be another exciting summer program of activities for Pre-K to 11th graders from Woodworking to College Essay Writing!

Belmont Festival kicks off summer on 7th St. BY RIKKI N. MASSAND On Friday June 9 the Village of Garden City will welcome thousands of families as the 20th annual Belmont Festival returns to Seventh Street from 6 until 10 p.m. As downtown’s new tradition delivers, the Belmont Festival held the day before the finale of horse racing’s Triple Crown events will spark the next three consecutive summer months of Friday Night extravaganzas in Garden City. Every

weekend will be loaded with outdoor dining, music, kids’ activities and entertainment set to distinct themes. On May 23 Dennis Donnelly, the executive director of the Chamber of Commerce, spoke over the telephone about this year’s Festival. At the Thursday, June 1 Village Board of Trustees’ meeting Donnelly plans to highlight more of the Festival’s 20th anniversary. Consistency proves to be king and he says the Chamber and residents who have inquired so far are all

looking forward to familiar favorites. There will be children’s games and pony rides, three different bands and scores of local exhibitors lining Seventh Street. Businesses from dentists and tutors to food stores, boutiques and Lord & Taylor will all be promoting at the Belmont Festival. The “Starting Gate” of the Belmont Stakes as well as a bounce house are planned too. Donnelly said the Belmont has been a pretty good draw for 20 years See page 42

learned about the zoning changes for Seventh Street and the logic presented to the trustees. Looking big picture, the principal and executive vice president of the Albanese Organization isn’t at all pleased by this proposal. Eleven years ago Matthews was honored by the Garden City Chamber of Commerce at the annual Pineapple Ball as 2006 Businessperson of the Year. Last See page 42

Committee says it’s time for later High School starting time BY RIKKI N. MASSAND

At the Tuesday, May 16 Garden City Board of Education meeting, “Option 1” for instituting new school starting times was formally recommended to the school board, with a one-hour presentation from members of the in-district starting time steering committee including administrators, staff, students, parents, and community groups. The Board said it would reserve decision on which option to choose until it receives more information about a variety of issues such as

traffic, busing and the impacts on student activities. With the proposed change Garden City High School would begin the school day at 8:30 a.m. and end at 3:10 p.m. Garden City Middle School would start the day at 7:40 and end at 2:30 p.m., with a study or homework period to follow dismissal. First grade would retain a starting time of 8:30 a.m. and end at 3:05 p.m. but the kindergarten grade would move from that starting time, with their 2:20 dismissal, to a 9:15 See page 45

Memorial Day parade

Garden City’s Memorial Day Parade will take place on Monday, May 29th. The parade will start at 10 am and marchers will step off at Cherry Valley Avenue and 10th Street, moving east on 10th Street

to Franklin Avenue, then south on Franklin Avenue to 7th Street, west on 7th Street ending at the war monuments by the Garden City Library (across from the Garden City Hotel).

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Remembering the fallen

On Memorial Day we remember those who have fallen in wars, who gave their lives so that we could continue to live in freedom. For many people, Memorial Day has become just another long weekend holiday, the start of the summer season, a day off from school and work. This Memorial Day, please take the time to remember our fallen heroes. n

We’ve been reading with interest the discussion about changing the start times in the Garden City school system, particularly the high school. We think this is an idea whose time has come. With few exceptions, parents of teens know that getting their kids off

to school in the morning is a little like trying to raise the dead. And it’s not because teens are lazy - scientific studies have shown that teens have more difficulty waking early in the morning. One issue that due to changes in bus scheduling that would be necessary, elementary school children might also have changes to their school times. For working parents, these changes could pose problems. One solution is to offer before and after school programs, which could be self funding so they wouldn’t cost the taxpayers money. All in all, the committee that has been studying the issue has done a fine job considering all the angles.

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To the Editor: Based upon the May 18th public hearing on the Local Law to Amend the Zoning Code with respect to uses permitted in the Commercial C-2 Zoning District it appears that the Village Board of Trustees is attempting to modify the effect that the Zoning Code provisions have on the mix of businesses on Seventh Street. Seventh Street is the Village’s neighborhood shopping district. The provisions of the Commercial C-2 Zoning District that restrict the use of ground floor space for banks are intended to protect and preserve the character of Seventh Street and keep its rents affordable for its merchants. Similarly, other provisions of the Zoning Code for the Commercial C-2

Zoning District that permit ground floor space to be used for real estate agencies should also be addressed. Banks and real estate agencies will routinely outbid local “mom and pop” businesses that are so vital for a successful neighborhood shopping district. A similar inconsistency exists at the western portion of Seventh Street which is within a Commercial CO-3 Zoning District which permits only very specific retail establishments and all types of office uses which again, discourages establishment of retail uses by local merchants. In short banks and real estate offices are not retail uses and their continued expansion along Seventh Street will undermine its viability over time. See page 24

Village responds to Crown Castle cell antenna dispute

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The Village Board of Trustees has again been asked by several homeowners to intervene in their dispute with Crown Castle. We believe that some background information needs to be provided on this issue. We do not intend this to be a treatise on wireless telecommunications, federal law or state utilities’ law or the science of radio frequency emissions. More importantly, we also do not believe that this is an “us versus them” issue. We are not ignoring the homeowners’ concerns. But we are required to make an assessment of the facts and the law before we proceed to take actions that may result in litigation or that may, in the long run, be detrimental to the Village as a whole.

Background

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placed cell antenna repeaters on a few utility poles in the yards of several residents. At the time, the New York States Public Utilities Commission advised the Village that Crown Castle was a utility. Crown Castle is listed as a CLEC (Competitive Local Exchange Carrier) on the Commission’s website. In the United States and Canada, a CLEC is a telecommunications provider company (sometimes called a “carrier”) competing with other, already established carriers - generally the Incumbent Local Exchange Carrier (ILEC). AT&T is an ILEC, companies such as Crown Castle are CLECs. ILECs are required by law to offer services to the public. The federal government wanted to preserve certain utilities to ensure that certain services are provided yet also foster competition, so it created these two similar but somewhat different categories. CLECs can operate in the same See page 26

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BY RIKKI N. MASSAND Four anti-Crown Castle crusaders, each one a Garden City mom, homeowner and familiar face in front of the Board of Trustees, returned to Village Hall at the Thursday, May 18 trustees’ meeting. Inspired by Long Islanders in a similar predicament this month, they brought forth refreshed rallying cries and urged the board to fight the telecommunications conglomerate that they say encroached onto residents’ properties with planned additions and upgrades to its cellular network, installing black boxes (distributive antenna systems, or DAS) atop utility poles. In Garden City the utility poles are uniquely placed in residential backyards, creating what residents say is an additional risk for radiation from the radiofrequency waves emitted from the boxes/antennas. Residents claim that can lead to brain cancer or other life-threatening conditions. A week earlier, residents here saw widespread news coverage, from WABC 7 Eyewitness News, News12, and Newsday of the community pushback against Crown Castle’s wireless signal “repeater” installations on street-side utility poles in Syosset-Woodbury, led by outspoken moms and homeowners’ associations but ballasted by the new Town of Oyster Bay Supervisor Joseph

Saladino. They paid careful attention to the coverage as Saladino appeared on camera with CBS2 News and vowed “to do everything in his power to have the repeaters taken down, and to prevent any more going up in front of homes,” on May 11. One resident, Eithne Bergin Thorne, submitted an extensive Letter to the Editor that appeared in the May 19 edition of The Garden City News signed by multiple local families. Hours prior to the May 18 trustees’ meeting she emailed the letter and the resident’s collective concerns to the Board of Trustees, Village Administrator Ralph Suozzi and Village Attorney Peter Bee. Thorne joined her neighbors at the meeting, and after waiting until 10:22 p.m. before the start of the open public comment period residents spoke and turned up the heat on the board to stand up for the Garden City community, specifically in the way that Saladino did very recently. Marry Timmins of Linden Street, who’s led the charge against telecomm intrusions into backyards since the last decade with Crown Castle’s predecessor NextG, soon asked the board “If Crown Castle is responding in a positive way to the Town of Oyster Bay Supervisor, what happened here in Garden City?” She referenced initial 2009 and 2010

issues with cell antennas appearing in Garden City backyards. “The company is making profits at the loss of homeowners. I think that is very wrong. Watching the story in Woodbury unfold I am thinking about our village and removing the antennas. Residents were told that Village Attorney Peter Bee to his assignments – has the village clearly directed Mr. Bee to negotiate to the degree of success to have cell equipment and radiation-emitting antennas moved out of Garden City’s residential areas? I don’t see what is so difficult and I’d like to see the village work together with residents,” Timmins said. After gathering information from the Environmental Health Trust, Timmins presented comments to the Board of Trustees. She notes that there are no national (U.S.) or international standards for “safe” levels of radiation emitted by wireless devices. Her neighbor Margie Rydzewski of Linden Street then spoke about the placement of DAS units in Garden City closest to the village’s elementary schools, playgrounds and public parks. She claimed that the local RF emissions are proven to be dangerous and possible carcinogens, and she presented the board with Garden City data. “There is an equation (numerical scale) used to come up with RF emissions and cell phones are a number one.

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Crown Castle question back in front of Village Board

On Harvard and Yale Streets the number was 800. On Brompton Road it’s 300; Garfield Street 200; Kildare is 100. Two different areas along Stewart Avenue where there are two cell antennas, one near Stewart School – one was a 300 and the other was 700. When you look at the cell phone emissions compared with RF emissions, phones are a number one while we have 800s in Garden City! There is such alarming statistical data and it is really time to look into this,” she told the board. Village Trustees responded that it was an issue of their private properties. They say that due to federal law the village’s hands are tied beyond the new telecommunications law passed in 2016, and alleged trespassing onto residents’ properties plus new installations or upgrades and the serious hazards of the RF emissions are all issues that an attorney can be hired for, either by the individual homeowner or for a class-action lawsuit by Garden City’s residents. Mayor Brian Daughney read the FCC’s regulation aloud at the May 18 meeting: “The law is that no state or local government may regulate the placement, construction or modification of personal wireless service facilities on the basis of the environmental effects of RF emissions.”

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Drs. Ruth and Anthony Randi made their fourth trip to South America on a dental mission this past February. This year was extra special since they were joined by their son William Randi a third year dental student at Columbia University. They joined forces with students from the University of Connecticut and Stony Brook University dental schools. A collaborative arrangement between American and Chilean dental students delivered a team work approach that resulted in the sharing of various techniques and the making of new friendships. Drs. Ruth and Anthony Randi,

both faculty members at Columbia University College of Dental Medicine, delivered guidance and mentorship to the students while they treated over 400 patients with a variety of dental needs. The makeshift dental clinic was located in a small school in the rural village of Neltume, Chile, located in the foothills of the Andes. Children and adults traveled for miles each day to be treated in the week long dental clinic. The dental students from both countries worked together with limited resources to successfully treat the numerous and grateful local people.

Mercy Medical Center’s free women’s health symposium On Saturday, June 17th, from 8:30 A.M.—2:30 P.M. Mercy Medical Center will hold a free women’s health symposium. The symposium will include seminars featuring Mercy’s healthcare providers showcasing multidisciplinary approaches to women’s health. The seminars will cover an array of topics including, heart health, bariatric, happiness and mood disorders, breast health, nutrition, plastic surgery and more. The events keynote speaker is Geri Barish, Executive Director of Hewlett House and President of 1 in 9: The Long Island Breast Cancer Action

Coalition and is a three-time cancer survivor and activist. This free event is brought to you by donors and is open to all. A suggested $20 donation is appreciated to continue our efforts for future symposiums. Registration is required. Each seminar can hold up to 40 people on a first come first serve basis. Refreshments will be served. The symposium will be held at Mercy Medical Center’s Hays Theater, 1000 Hempstead Avenue, Rockville Centre For more information, please contact Ivelise Cabrera at 516-705-2620 or Ivelise.Cabrera@chsli.org.

The flawed New York voting system BY BOB MORGAN, JR. This week, the Supreme Court struck down the Congressional district maps drawn by the North Carolina legislature, finding that African Americans were unduly concentrated into two voting districts in violation of the Voting Rights Act. The decision frankly seems confusing to me in light of other decisions prohibiting dilution of the minority vote. However, without getting into the thicket of the North Carolina ruling, it certainly seems to me, as it does to Bloomberg News contributor Francis Barry, that we New York State residents are getting a free pass on our own election system. There is no shortage of wrinkles in our own election system in New York State that arguably suppress voter turnout and reduce the overall fairness of the process. However, it always seems as though other states get the scrutiny. And this is even apart from the lack of early voting outside of absentee ballots in New York, something that is allowed in the vast majority of states. New York may be right in that prohibition, since early voters are not in a position to take into account late breaking campaign developments. As Mr. Barry points out, most states allow independent voters to participate in primaries, for example by allowing them to join a party when they arrive at the polls. In New York, however, independents must join a party 11 months in advance to be able to vote in state primaries. No other state has a deadline this remote. For example, people not registered in a major party who wanted to support insurgents like Bernie Sanders or indeed Donald Trump ihn 2016 were pretty much out of luck. Even in a general election, there is a three week waiting period between registering and being able to vote, something that is not the case in a number of other states. Ballot secrecy is also a bit of a concern in New York. As Mr. Barry points out, after a voter completes a ballot, a poll worker – generally

recruited by the parties – gets the ballot and runs it through the system. (“Eyes closed, of course.”) By contrast, in many parts of North Carolina, voters can use computers to cast their ballots directly. A subject not addressed by Mr. Barry, the petitioning process, is another New York rule that makes ballot access considerably more difficult than it needs to be. Candidates seeking to be on the ballot need to get a minimum number of signatures, ranging in the case of a major party candidate from 500 signatures for most assembly races, up to 15,000 signatures for a statewide candidates, with at least 100 signatures in one-half of the congressional districts. Minor party candidates generally must get 5% of voters enrolled in the party. As anyone who has ever done petitioning work can tell you, this is a time consuming and often frustrating process, and petitions are frequently challenged for minor discrepancies. The process seems rather clearly designed to make ballot access difficult for insurgent candidates, or even for candidates of a party not in the majority in an area. In contrast, California gubernatorial candidates in the famous recall election in 2003 could qualify for the ballot with just 65 statewide signatures. Another New York oddity is the importance of minor parties, which can have outsize importance, since they can cross endorse major party candidates and have the minor party votes added to the major party ones. This can have a significant “tail wagging the dog” effect. A particularly strange situation involves the Independence Party. It is widely believed that many registered members of this party mistakenly believe that they signed up as unaffiliated voters (called “blanks” in official terminology), rather than as members of an actual party that endorses candidates in general elections. In short, whatever deficiencies the electoral system may have in North Carolina and other states, there are plenty of issues in New York as well.

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AHRC Membership Tea Tuesday, June 6

Garden City Auxiliary, AHRC Nassau will hold its annual membership tea on Tuesday, June 6th, 11a.m. - 2 p.m. at the lovely home of Cynthia Cerruti-Frankel, 25 Prospect Avenue, Garden City. You are invited to spend an enjoyable afternoon with friends, old and new. You may renew your current membership, become a new member or just learn about the many important ways AHRC Nassau supports children and adults with developmental disabilities and special needs throughout the community. AHRC’s ongoing mission is to improve the lives of these special people and their families by providing a wide range of programs and services enabling each individual to reach his or her own potential. As a member of AHRC Nassau you

will receive a complimentary invitation to attend the Annual Membership Luncheon and Fashion Show held every September at the beautiful AHRC Nassau Brookville mansion. In addition, you will receive issues of the agency’s quarterly newsletter, AHRC Nassau News, for one year. Dues remain at $15 per year and greatly help to improve the lives of these special individuals and their families. Attendance at the tea is free of charge. If you plan to attend or for more information call Sue Caccamo at 741-0085. You may also become an AHRC Nassau member by mailing your check for $15 made payable to Garden City AHRC, to AHRC Nassau, 189 Wheatley Road, Brookville, New York 11545.

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THE VIEW FROM HERE

COLLEGE NOTES Richard Boudreau of Garden City, achieved a perfect 4.0 GPA during the Fall 2016 semester at Hofstra University, earning a spot on the Provost’s List. Richard is an accounting major in

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THE OFFICE CAT BY GABBY TABBY Hit and run: On May 17th Garden City Police Detectives arrested a 62 year old Floral Park woman for allegedly leaving the scene of an auto accident on Ring Road which occurred on May 12th. Light out: On May 17th police officers responded to a report of a traffic light malfunction at the intersection of County Seat Drive and 11th Street. Leaving the scene: On May 17th Garden City Police Detectives arrested a 17 year old Hempstead male for allegedly leaving the scene of an auto accident on Clinton Road which occurred on May 10th. Lock your car: On May 18th a wallet was reported stolen from a vehicle parked at a Westbury Road residence. A computer was reported stolen from a vehicle parked at a Prescott Street residence. A cell phone was reported stolen from a vehicle parked at a Spruce Street residence. Another hit and run: On May 18th Garden City Police arrested a 19 year old Elmont woman for allegedly f leaving the scene of an auto accident in an Adelphi University Parking Field on May 12th. Multiple charges: On May 19th, as a result of a traffic investigation on Meadow Street, a 46 year old Hempstead woman was f charged with driving with five license suspensions and passing a stop sign. DWI arrest: On May 20th a Garden City Police

officer stopped a vehicle on Clinton Road and Poplar Street for speeding (60 mph in a 30 mph zone). Upon investigation, the driver, a 43 year old Elmont man, was arrested for DWI, excessive speed, and unsafe lane usage. Appearance ticket: On May 20th a representative of a Melville home remodeling company was issued an appearance ticket for soliciting on Maxwell Road. DVD headsets were reported stolen from two vehicles parked at a 1st Street residence on May 20th. Water main break: On May 21st Garden City Police and the Garden City Water Department responded to a water main break on 7th Street. Truck hits bridge: On May 22nd Garden City Police investigated a vehicle crash where a large truck traveling north struck the train trestle on Cherry Valley Avenue. The truck was damaged and towed away from the scene. The driver of the truck, a male/34 from Queens, was charged with disobeying bridge clearance signs. A passenger in the truck suffered minor injuries.

Play golf, tennis for St. Joseph School on June 12 The St. Joseph School Father’s Association would like to invite you to The St. Joseph School 14th Annual Golf and Tennis Open and Honoree Dinner right here in Garden City at the Cherry Valley Club on Monday, June 12. The proceeds of this fun-filled fundraiser will support and expand technology education at the school. These funds will also stabilize tuition payments so the school remains affordable for parents who want to send their children to St. Joseph School’s exemplary Catholic school program. This year’s honorees are Dr. Paul and Jeanne Callahan, active parishioners in the St. Joseph Church community who have made significant contributions to St. Joseph School. All four children of the Callahans graduated from St. Joseph School in addition to Dr. Callahan himself. Please join St. Joseph’s for this outstanding event. The golf cost is $400 per person. The tennis cost is $225. per person. There is a Cocktails/ Dinner only option at a cost of $125 per person. Register online and see event details at www.sjspta.com. Alternately, checks can be made payable to St. Joseph’s PTA and mailed to Mike McCarthy at 30 Clinton Rd. Garden City, NY 11530. All reservations and payments are due by June 2nd. If you would like information about sponsorships or if you need further information, please contact Mike McCarthy at 516 395-8605, John Maher at 917 9923816 or Pete Arendt at 347 531- 5794.

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Rubbish - Thursday, June 1st. Eastern half of village (east of Rockaway Avenue): Garbage -Wednesday and Saturday; Rubbish - Thursday, June 1st Residents scheduled for recycling on Monday, May 29th, are asked to put their recyclables out on Monday, June 5th.

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Garden City Kiwanis Club Monthly Events

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Each year, the Kiwanis helps kids around the world. Local clubs look out for our communities and the international organization takes on large-scale challenges, such as fighting disease and poverty. We are generous with our time. We are creative with our ideas. We are passionate about making a difference. And we have fun along the way. For more than a century, Kiwanis has created opportunities for children to be curious, safe and healthy regardless of the community in which they live. When you give a child the chance to learn, experience, dream, grow, succeed and thrive, great things can happen. Service is at the heart of every Kiwanis club, no matter where in the world it’s located. Members stage nearly 150,000 service projects and raise nearly US$100 million every year for communities, families and projects. By working together, members achieve what one person cannot accomplish alone. Our local Garden City Kiwanis club focus on changing the world by serving children, one child and one community at a time. Some of the key events and activities we support, include: College Scholarships, the always fun and well attended St. Patricks Day Luncheon, Adopt a family (Christmas and Thanksgiving), Adopt a baby (Mothers Day), Camp Kiwanis , Victory Games Challenger Baseball Tournament support.

We proudly sponsor the Kiwanis of Adelphi (Circle K), Key Club (High School), Venture Club (Explorers club for boyscouts) and are a contributor of the Pediatric Northshore Trauma Center, Eagle Scout Projects, Lyme Disease, and National/International Kiwanis events. We also have fun through Bi-monthly dinner meetings & Social Gatherings (Summer and Holiday), allowing our members to connect personally and build synergy around our common desire to help kids around the world. The Kiwanis Easter Bunny gives out Lollipops at the annual Car Parade and we run a weekly food Delivery (Bagel Run to Island Harvest), weekly. Our next meeting is on June 7, 2017 at the Garden City Hotel Wine Room when will be awarding this year’s scholarships. We’re always amazed at the maturity our scholarship winners have. Come join us and hear what they have to say. Cost for dinner is only $31. The Kiwanis Board President: Angela Romano Vice President: Gloria Sena Treasurer: Don Romano Secretary: Carole Russo If you are interested in joining the Kiwanis, please contact Adam Karol at 516-222-0777 and he would be glad to discuss more information on the Kiwanis and how you can become a key member of such an altruistic and worthy cause.

La Festa della Primavera The Garden City High School’s Italian Club will be holding its annual Italian banquet, La Festa della Primavera, on Friday, June 2, at 5:30pm in the Garden City High School Cafeteria, 170 Rockaway Ave., Garden City. Come and enjoy delicious Italian food, dancing and music.

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GARDEN CITY UPDATE - NEWS AND INFORMATION Mayor@gardencityny.net The Board of Trustees and the Village Staff are embarking on new methods and procedures to communicate with members of our community, including our residents, commercial tenants and landlords, visitors, friends at Adelphi and local merchants. We are no longer publishing the “Mayor’s Column.” We hope to make this our new weekly column to advise you of matters that the Village is working on, events and other important information. And of course, please visit our website for additional information: www.gardencityny.net. We are constantly updating and making changes to the website in order to keep it relevant and provide new information.

Nassau County Sales Tax

We have learned that Nassau County villages will not be receiving their annual share from sales tax revenues, which historically have been shared by Nassau County. The Nassau County budget, as presented by County Executive Ed Mangano, has eliminated the village portion from the budget. The Village of Garden City was not previously notified of this change. Village Treasurer Irene Woo, however, notes that county sales tax revenue in the 2017-18 budget is $62,000,

which represents 0.1 percent of Garden City’s total budget of $60 million. "This loss of revenue can be offset by additional State Aid of $73,000 that was not included in the adopted budget due to the timing of when the notification was made to the Village," Ms. Woo said.

Building Dept. Scanning Project

Phase I of the Building Department’s digitization project is well underway, according to Superintendent Ausberto Huertas, Jr. The first round of F.O.I.L. requests have all been scanned for digitizing. It is the goal of the Department to digitize all residential and commercial Building Department records. When completed, this will allow online access to such records.

Fire Department Radio Room

The Fire Department Radio Infrastructure Upgrade Project is the first major upgrade of the Fire Department Radio System since 1998. With new technology available, it will allow better communications in the field and on the fire ground. In addition, this project will enable Village use as an Office of Emergency

Management Center in the event of any natural disaster or emergency. The project has begun and is being implemented in three phases: (Phase 1) upgrade to the console system, point-to-point phone line replacements between the firehouse and its repeater and to Firecom; (Phase 2) upgrade to the Mutual Aid Radio Dispatching via a roof mounted antenna sled system; and (Phase 3) upgrade to remaining phone lines, and backup paging and repeater systems that will reduce and potentially eliminate the annual cost of “leased lines.” The Department is applying for a State Municipal Facilities Program (SAM) Grant for reconstruction of the radio room at Fire Headquarters located in Village Hall. According to 1st Assistant Chief Thomas Strysko, the project was approved in the 2015-16 capital budget and the Department is seeking $118,112 in grant funds through Sen. Kemp Hannon’s office.

Water Tank Design

At the May 18th Board of Trustees meeting, the Village’s consulting engineer, H2M, made a final presentation regarding alternatives and options for

the construction of a new one million gallon water storage tank. The presentation included three basic pedestal and tank designs, each offering different material and design characteristics that drive construction and maintenance costs over the lifetime of the asset. Bid specifications will be advertised in June and the project, once awarded, will take between six to 12 months to complete depending upon the design chosen, Village Administrator Ralph Suozzi said. “We are confident that this process will provide the Village with the best outcome in regards to quality and cost and will enable the Village to continue to provide the same outstanding service you’ve come to expect for many years to come,” Public Works Superintendent Joe DiFrancisco said.

Book Donations Suspended

The Friends of the Garden City Public Library will suspend collecting book donations from Memorial Day, May 29, through Labor Day, September 4. The group will conduct inventory on the books that have already been received. The Friends apologize for any inconvenience. Continued on page 22

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MEMORIAL DAY This weekend as we gather with friends and family in celebration, may we also remember all of the brave men and women who have served to protect our country. We salute our heroes, past and present, and are eternally grateful for their sacrifices.

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News From The Children’s Room Boy Scouts

The Cub Scouts have displayed pictures of some of their activities in the Children’s Room. They are a very active, busy, fun group and the pictures certainly reflect this. Come in and check them out! Pack 55 is looking for boys interested in becoming a cub scout in the 1st-4th grades to join them at their Year End Picnic & Cook Out at Cathedral of the Incarnation and information is available in a flyer in the children’s room.

Memorial Day

Italian language students raise donations for needy

Members of Garden City High School’s Italian Club and the Italian Honor Society recently held a raffle to raise funds to help those in need. The two grand prizes were a basket loaded with various goodies and sweet treats and a giant Italian chocolate egg. The money raised was used to create baskets that were donated to St. Brigid’s Parish Outreach program. Additional donations were made to the pantry at the same locale. The Director of Outreach (pictured here) sent letters to Lea Brunetti, advisor to the Club and the Society, and to the students expressing her appreciation for the generosity and thoughtfulness demonstrated by the students. • By Faith Nix, student.

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Monday, May 29th is Memorial Day, the unofficial start of summer! Fly the flag, march in a local parade, or enjoy a barbecue. Take time to reflect on the men and women of the armed services who sacrifice their lives so that we may enjoy our freedom. The Children’s Room has many books to honor veterans and to celebrate this holiday including Memorial Day by Clara Cella,

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Planning continues for the Summer Reading Club for 2017. The theme this year is “Build A Better World”. The Kick-Off show for ages 2 ½-through 5th grade and their families will feature PetraPuppets! Registration will be online. The Children’s Room is arranging many programs that will make summer here at the Library both fun and educational. Keep an eye out for programming and registration information. Please check the Library website www.gardencitypl.org for upcoming events and registration dates. Funding for programs has been provided by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library. Priority for registration and participation is given to children who are Garden City Public Library cardholders.

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Wednesday, June 21st 9:30AM – 4PM In person Registration Begins Sunday June 4th at 1PM Garden City Public Library In person registration begins Sunday, June 4th at 1PM at the Reference Desk for the AARP 55 Alive Defensive Driving Course to be held at the Garden City Public Library. The course will be given Wednesday, June 21st from 9:30AM - 4PM. Registration is limited to Garden City

library cardholders and must be done in person with photo identification, proof of age (preferably a driver’s license), along with your AARP membership card. Payment of $20.00 for AARP members and $25.00 for non-members for course materials and must be made at the time of registration. Non-Garden City Library cardholders may begin to register on Wednesday, June 14th if space is available. Cash will not be accepted. You must pay by check made payable to AARP.

Library Hours Memorial Day Weekend

The Garden City Public Library hours are as follows for the Memorial Day weekend:

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Members of the Colonel Aaron Ogden Chapter National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, traveled to Volunteers for Wildlife on May 16th to attend a lecture on Long Island Wildlife. The facility is located on the grounds of the Bailey Arboretum in Locust Valley. The women of the Garden City based chapter, lead by Chapter Regent Leslie Dimmling of Garden City, were treated to a lively presentation conducted by Education Coordinator Marie Cancro. Native species of Long Island animals such as opossum, eastern gray squirrel, diamond backed terrapin and a small predator falcon called an American kestrel, were all part of the up-close presentation. Later, some larger bird species living in outdoor aviaries, such as red-tailed hawks and barn owls, were observed. The mission of the Volunteers for Wildlife is to help injured animals and get them strong enough to be released back into the wild. The animals who find themselves living permanently at the facility are there because they are too injured to or to imprinted on

humans to survive on their own. Ms. Cancro explained that it is against the law to make pets out of wild animals in New York. This includes animals which are apparently harmless, like turtles. She explained that such animals rarely receive appropriate food or living conditions from their owners., in spite of good intentions and the animals are inevitably harmed as a result Once tame or imprinted on humans, releasing them back into the wild seals their doom. The NSDAR established a Conservation Committee in 1909, well before the concept of preserving our environment had been brought into public awareness. Its mission is to educate members about environmental issues and to promote good stewardship of our natural resources. This trip was part of the chapter’s effort to participate in this mission and educate its members about local wildlife. The women of the chapter enjoyed this very enlightening presentation, which was followed by a chapter meeting at the Greenvale Restaurant and Diner.

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Celebrating the songs of Cole Porter at Community Club The Community Club of Garden City & Hempstead ended its season appropriately with a performance by Mitch Kahn, “Celebrating the Songs of Cole Porter”. Some of those in attendance were heard to comment that the Club’s piano never sounded so good. Mitch’s own arrangements of timeless classics such as “Night & Day”, “Just One of Those Things”, and “Let’s Fall in Love “made the music seem to come alive. It was a very enjoyable afternoon with Mitch telling us of Cole Porter’s life and how he came to compose some of his music. The Club also enjoyed the season ending beautiful art exhibit. Members worked hard all season to show us some wonderful results. Club members are looking forward to next season’s interesting programs and trips.

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Crown Castle Cell Antenna Dispute

The Village Board of Trustees has again been asked by several homeowners to intervene in their

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Email: Editor@GCNews.com From page 2 New York State Village Law section 7-704 requires the Village Board of Trustees to exercise their power to amend the Zoning Code in accordance with a “comprehensive or well considered plan”. The objective of Zoning Code provisions is to achieve the development objectives of the Village as established by a comprehensive plan. The objective is NOT to make it easier for a property owner to lease up space or to permit a property owner to yield a greater profit. The Village Board of Trustees is required to carefully and deliberately study and consider the present and reasonably foreseeable needs of the community as a whole and obtain the necessary analysis of professionals before they adopt any proposed amendment to the Zoning Code. I urge the Board to carefully and deliberately study the effects of the proposed amendment and to study whether other amendments are necessary. Currently, approximately 25,000 square feet of space on Seventh Street is occupied by banking institutions. Recently two major retail tenants vacated spaces on Seventh Street to be replaced by a real estate agency and a bank creating a “dead zone” in that area. It cannot be seriously argued that Seventh Street needs more banks or offices in place of bakeries, personal service shops and retail shops. Amendments to the existing Zoning Code provisions of the Commercial C-2 Zoning District and possibly amending the Zoning Map with respect to the district applied to the western portion of Seventh Street must be carefully and deliberately studied before any amendments are adopted. Careful and deliberate study will insure that any amendments will encourage retail uses in the Seventh Street neighborhood shopping district and will not adversely affect property in adjoining zoning districts. Russell G. Matthews Executive Vice President & Principal Albanese Organization, Inc.

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To the Editor: I am a both a supporter and volunteer of the Garden City charity, The Andy Fund, and have worked at their biggest fundraiser at St. Paul’s Field House for the last eight years, including this past fundraiser held during Mother’s Day weekend. I am writing to you because I was appalled and angered to learn that Garden City is raising the fee for the St Paul’s Field House over 1,600% to hold this local fundraiser for children. 1600% - who can afford an increase like that? This is not dissimilar to large pharmaceuticals corporations gouging and raising the prices of life saving drugs. It is unconscionable, and I cannot see how Garden City would benefit financially from this decision. A raise in the fee of 1,600% only serves one thing - to send the fundraiser outside of the Garden City taking away both from a Garden City founded children’s charity and not bring people into this wonderful town. I myself live in Glen Cove and look forward to coming to Garden City every year to support and volunteer at The Andy Fund. And during the rest of the year, whenever I come to Garden City I always think of the good that has come out of tragedy in this community. If The Andy Fund and other organizations lose their ability to hold fundraisers at places like the Field House because of a short-sided decision, I don’t think that I could continue to visit at town who does not support it’s own. However, it will be a bigger tragedy for Garden City to loose wonderful charitable organizations like The Andy Fund who serve to benefit those in need and support its own. John Patrick

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Village responds to Crown Castle cell antenna dispute

From page 2 industry, but they are not required to provide the service. Importantly, they also have certain rights to utilize the infrastructure of ILECs. This may well be an important fact in this dispute. In Garden City, except for in a few limited places like the Western section, utility poles for phone and electric and television cable run through the backyards of residences. This placement of utility lines in the backyards is one of the things that make Garden City a more attractive place to live. We don’t have utility lines running down the street, splitting trees in half. We don’t have telephone and cable lines running from streetlight to streetlight. We believe that most residents appreciate that fact. These utilities, such as the old AT&T companies, were granted rights to run their telephone and electric lines by way of decades old easements, which exist in virtually every residential deed. That is not unique to our Village. Every village, every town, every real estate development provides for utility easements. The homeowner is therefore the party in interest – the person with legal rights under his or her deed – to enforce or deny these easements. These easements have nothing to do with the Village. By operation of various state laws and these easements, these easements allow all utilities to run lines and have access to these poles. Again, this has nothing to do with the Village. It is a state law and private property issue.

United States Federal Law

Like it or not, federal law significantly governs this issue. The Federal Telecommunications Law of 1996 has been upheld as valid and enforceable by courts throughout the United States. For example, the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Second Circuit Court of Appeals - which covers New York - has upheld guidelines issued by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) setting health and safety standards on radio frequency radiation (RFR) emissions and prohibiting local governments from considering health effects of cellular tower radiation in zoning decisions. One provision of the Telecommunications Act prohibits state and local governments from denying permit applications for cellular towers based upon the environmental effects of RFR if the FCC’s guidelines are followed. The FCC has issued a rule consistent with the Telecommunications Act, which states: No State or local government or instrumentality thereof may regulate the placement, construction, and modification of personal wireless service facilities on the basis of the environmental effects of radio frequency emissions to the extent that such facilities

comply with the regulations contained in this chapter concerning the environmental effects of such emissions. We have no legal basis to challenge this rule as enacted by the FCC or the Act itself. We cannot refuse to issue a permit to a cell antenna operator based on health or safety reasons. That is the law. The FCC has, by establishing the emission standards, set the health standard. Again, courts nationwide have upheld these standards.

Federal Communications Commission

The FCC is required by the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, among other things, to evaluate the effect of emissions from FCC-regulated transmitters on the quality of the human environment. Several organizations, such as the American National Standards Institute (ANSI), the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, Inc. (IEEE) and the National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements (NCRP) have issued recommendations for human exposure to RF electromagnetic fields. On August 1, 1996, the Commission adopted the NCRP’s recommended Maximum Permissible Exposure limits for field strength and power density for the transmitters operating at frequencies of 300 kHz to 100 GHz. In addition, the Commission adopted the specific absorption rate (SAR) limits for devices operating within close proximity to the body as specified within the ANSI/IEEE C95.1-1992 guidelines.

American Cancer Society Information

We have included information regarding cell antennas and repeaters from the American Cancer Society website as it is relevant to this issue. This information is directly from the website and has not been edited. Cell phones communicate with nearby cell towers mainly through radiofrequency (RF) waves, a form of energy in the electromagnetic spectrum between FM radio waves and microwaves. Like FM radio waves, microwaves, visible light and heat, they are forms of non-ionizing radiation. This means they do not directly damage the DNA inside cells, which is how stronger (ionizing) types of radiation such as x-rays, gamma rays and ultraviolet (UV) light are thought to be able to cause cancer. At very high levels, RF waves can heat up body tissues. (This is the basis for how microwave ovens work.) But the levels of energy used by cell phones and towers are much lower. Public exposure to radio waves from cell phone tower antennas is slight for several reasons. The power levels are relatively low, the antennas are mounted high above ground level and the signals are transmitted intermittently, rather than constantly. At ground level near typical cellular base stations, the amount of RF ener-

gy is thousands of times less than the limits for safe exposure set by the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and other regulatory authorities. It is very unlikely that a person could be exposed to RF levels in excess of these limits just by being near a cell phone tower. Some people have expressed concern that living, working or going to school near a cell phone tower might increase the risk of cancer or other health problems. At this time, there is very little evidence to support this idea. In theory, there are some important points that would argue against cellular phone towers being able to cause cancer. First, the energy level of radiofrequency (RF) waves is relatively low, especially when compared with the types of radiation that are known to increase cancer risk, such as gamma rays, x-rays and ultraviolet (UV) light. The energy of RF waves given off by cell phone towers is not enough to break chemical bonds in DNA molecules, which is how these stronger forms of radiation may lead to cancer. A second issue has to do with wavelength. RF waves have long wavelengths, which can only be concentrated to about an inch or two in size. This makes it unlikely that the energy from RF waves could be concentrated enough to affect individual cells in the body. Third, even if RF waves were somehow able to affect cells in the body at higher doses, the level of RF waves present at ground level is very low – well below the recommended limits. Levels of energy from RF waves near cell phone towers are not significantly different from the background levels of RF radiation in urban areas from other sources, such as radio and television broadcast stations.

Village’s Actions

At the insistence of affected homeowners who felt the Crown Castle equipment emits unsafe radiation, about

three years ago the Village hired a consulting firm with expertise in the area to assess the equipment of Crown Castle. The expert we hired, Richard Comi, was recommended by the homeowners and was doing similar work for the Town of Hempstead. In each instance thus far, he has found the equipment to be safe, i.e., in compliance with federal standards. The consultant further reported that the Crown Castle equipment emits radio frequencies at far less than many standard residential appliances such as a microwave. Again, we repeat this fact because this is important. The equipment emissions were well below federal guidelines. As far as the law is concerned, the repeaters are therefore safe. Also at the request of the homeowners, the Village met with and held numerous discussions with Crown Castle, which wanted the Village to force homeowners to allow it to access homeowners’ rear yards for equipment “upgrades.” Instead, the Village advised Crown Castle that unless Crown Castle could produce a court order directing it be permitted access to rear yards, the Village would abide by a homeowner instruction to arrest “trespassers” (which the Village would consider Crown Castle to be in the absence of a court order). Crown Castle has never produced a court order. That does not mean that Crown Castle is not a utility that cannot access pre-existing easements because - as we note above CLECs can use certain infrastructure of ILECs. So perhaps Crown Castle can use the poles of the old At&T phone companies that sit in the backyards. We just have no proof either way. Also, as stated above, at the time of the original installations, the Village was told by the New York State Public Utilities Commission that Crown Castle was a utility. We have asked Crown Castle to provide it before they install any new equipment. To date they have not satisfied this request. So when a homeowner requests our police to respond, our

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1950s Oldies music with George Salem

On Monday, June 5th at 1 pm, George Salem will play a mix of his fabulous music collection for the 1950s. This is the third presentation in a series, but it will be different than the previous two. We will continue to have sing-alongs, with lyrics, plus some folk music from the 60s and 70s, and even a few tunes from the 40s.

Special events for June

Thursday, June 1 at 10 am – Live Healthier and Longer with Good Nutrition, sponsored by Senator Kemp Hannon’s Office. Monday, June 5 at 11:15 am – Cool Down Meditation, sponsored by Emblem Health. It’s getting hot outside! Join us to cool down with a guided meditation by a Meditation Specialist, followed by a talk on Medicare by a Medicare expert. Monday, June 5th at 1 pm - 1950s Oldies music with George Salem, George Salem will play a mix of his fabulous music collection for the 1950s. This is the third presentation in a series, but it will be different than the previous two.

We will continue to have singa-longs, with lyrics, plus some folk music from the 60s and 70s, and even a few tunes from the 40s. Wednesday, June 7 at noon – “Spring into Summer” Luncheon. Come and enjoy lunch with your friends as we celebrate the end of spring and the coming of summer! This luncheon is sponsored by Recreation and Parks and will cost $6.00 to attend. Reservations are necessary by visiting our Recreation Office at 108 Rockaway with your $6.00 fee. Thursday, June 8 at 1 pm – A Tribute to a Stroll Down Memory Lane – Join Linda Ipanema as she takes you an a musical journey from 1930 to 1970, almost a half century of great music! From Sophie Tucker to Billy Joel, Linda is a great entertainer who all will enjoy! Friday, June 16th at 11 am – Balance Testing with James Horn of Chelsea and Resolution Physical Therapy

Exercise for Seniors

Recreation and Parks is offering the following exercise classes for seniors at The Senior Center on Golf Club Lane. For the next few months

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

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Monday, May 29 - Holiday - No Meeting *Monday, June 5 - *Special Notice to members: On this date, at 12:30 PM, George Salem will be using our meeting room for a music party. The room will be divided. Members may either attend the event or use the smaller room for their activities. Monday, June 12 - Sandwiches Bowling every Friday during season at Herrill Lanes. Contact Joe Leto at 248-9022. Poker players: check with John Marino at 248-1770. We welcome bridge, and especially non-bridge, players, in order to expand the variety of our activities. Some suggestions: poker, chess, backgammon,

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

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All Garden City men, 55 years and older, are eligible for membership. Annual dues are a very “expensive” $10. Meetings are every Monday Noon to 4PM, and a less formal meeting at the same time on Thursdays. The Club offers a large screen TV, card games (bridge, poker, cribbage), chess, backgammon, and billiards. In good weather we offer cookouts, bocce, shuffleboard and horseshoe pitching. (For more information call our membership chairman at 327-0226.)

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Registration for upcoming Senior trips New trips added

The Recreation and Parks Department, with the advisement of the Senior Advisory Committee, is sponsoring the following trips for seniors who are residents of the Inc. Village of Garden City during the upcoming months. Please remember to register early because all trips are first come, first served. No registrations will be taken before they are announced in the paper and payment must accompany any registration. Wednesday, June 14 – Metropolitan Opera House to see the ballet “Swan Lake”. This is a matinee show. We will travel by coach bus and lunch will be on your own. Seating is limited. The cost of this trip will be $85, checks only, made payable to Jo Falabella. PLEASE NOTE, THIS TRIP IS NOW FILLED. Tuesday, June 20 – New York Botanical Garden featuring the Chihuly Garden Exhibit and lunch on Arthur Avenue. We will travel by coach bus to the Garden where

you will have approximately three hours to see the artwork of world-renowned sculptor Dale Chihuly as well as the rose garden and more that venue has to offer. We will then visit Arthur Avenue and have lunch at Mario’s. The cost of this trip will be $85, checks only made payable to Rendezvous Travel. Tuesday, July 11 – “Summer on the Boardwalk”, Atlantic City. We will travel by coach bus to Resorts Casino in Atlantic City, where we will see a performance of the “Unexpected Surfer Boys” who will sing your favorite summer songs. We will also receive $25 in slot play. Gamble, enjoy the show and walk on the boardwalk to enjoy the day! The cost of this trip will be $50, checks only made payable to Rendezvous Travel and lunch will be on your own. To register for any of these trips, please visit the Recreation Office at 108 Rockaway Ave. Please note, once the fees are sent to the venues, they are not refundable so make your selections carefully. All trips are open senior residents of the Inc. Village of Garden City only.

GC Senior Bridge results On May 22nd there were eight tables playing. The results: North/South East/West 1--Grace Kelly & Carol Anderson 1--Irene Christie & Nancy Cervini 2--Rosemarie & Steve Iovino 2--Charlotte & Mike Curan 3--Gloria Mentzel & Terry Schoenig 3/4--George Salem & Rudy Kaiser 3/4--Mickey Norton & Arline Greco

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From page 3 “We cannot go to court and say ‘take these out because of health concerns.’ That is the law,” Daughney told residents. Rydzewski replied, “Then let’s not talk about health – I think that there are a ton of people in this room and beyond that are extremely smart. We have done a ton of research and we looked at a ton of locations within Garden City. Metro PCS was originally the contracted cellular company. If you look at the one located on Maxwell Road (Maureen Leone’s backyard) there is a huge pine tree that really is blocking what should be the best possible transmission for residents to make the best use of our wireless technology. We can negotiate better spots and better locations for them by taking it to an angle,” Rydzewski told the mayor. Mayor Daughney asked her what the residents would like the village to do, because it is approached 10 to 11 months since the last contact from Crown Castle. “They will not respond to our conversation. I am not sure what you all think we can do.” For Trustee Robert Bolebruch and Mayor Daughney it was not time to sit and hear more of the same complaints about the Village of Garden City’s lack of actions and initiative on behalf of its citizens, despite new laws the trustees approved in mid-2016 and a still-unanswered proposal to work directly with Crown Castle on its planned expansions. Easements Crown Castle currently holds, as Mayor Daughney and Bolebruch explained to the residents, is their easement as private property owners, detailed in their deeds, and not a matter of village property. Bolebruch had a simple question for the Crown Castle opposition back before the board. “The poles are on residential property, and how many residents are we talking about? This is the part I don’t understand – if this was done on my property with nine or 10 other neighbors facing the same, we would sit together, pool our resources and file a claim. The bottom line is if I am the homeowner and it is on my property and I never gave approval for it, your deed shows what your strength is, I do not understand why homeowners are not doing that? This makes no sense to me at all because the argument is that ‘this is on my property and it’s life-threatening to my family. I am married and I have two kids, if something is on my property and if it is impacting nine other neighbors, I would pool resources together and file a class-action lawsuit – you would attack them (Crown Castle) directly. I do not understand why you guys are not doing that,” Bolebruch told the residents. He insisted the ladies answer that question late into the May 18 meeting. Timmins’ answer was that she feels uncomfortable going all around the East

section of Garden City or the entire village and asking residents to contribute money into a private lawsuit. Bolebruch said he’s surprised she would feel shy or “intimidated.” Trustee Louis Minuto, who was not on the board during the multiple meetings in 2016 when Crown Castle and the residents’ concerns were a continuing subject, asked Rydzewski about the trespassing and “residents’ legal rights to take Crown Castle to court.” “If you woke up tomorrow and everything would be perfect, what would it look like – what did this Board of Trustees do?” Minuto asked. Rydzewski paused and then fired a direct answer. “The board would hire an attorney on behalf of its residents because the village is the one that originally directed that location (on backyard poles) instead of looking for other commercial spots,” she said. Mayor Daughney interrupted her to state that this was not a correct fact. “We did not tell them to put it anywhere and we did not issue them any permit. We do not have light poles with utilities on them anywhere in the Village of Garden City. And we never have thought about changing the light poles and we said no to changing the light poles because what would that do? Instead of where the black boxes are now they would be just 60 feet away,” Daughney said. Rydzewski replied that she’s grateful the board did not change the light poles because the low height of the village’s “beautiful poles” are shorter than the backyard utility poles, which she said can be only about 30 feet tall. She recalled a board meeting on March 3, 2016 when attorney Al Tagliaferri from the consultant Richard Comi’s firm, Center for Municipal Solutions, said the village’s utility poles are not an optimal height for DAS units to be placed atop and “they do not belong there, they should be much higher.” Over 13 months ago, Rydzewski told the Board of Trustees that Tagliaferri was unable to answer residents’ questions that night during the meeting and afterwards once they caught up with him in the hallway. She adds that he was attorney talking about compliance with federal law and not specifically on the RF emissions data, which is what residents requested. Timmins said the cause-and-effect took shape years ago with the Village of Garden City issuing permits “to open the streets (to get the conduits laid) so that our properties were affected.” “The village let them in so we are asking the village to help get them out. You guys knew that it was going to affect property of the people but residents were not told they would get affected. Then after that I was one of the people who called Crown Castle and eventually got an email back,” Timmins said.

In the past she’s communicated with the former director of government relations of NextG, Joshua Trauner, a graduate of NYU and Brooklyn Law School who now works as the government relations counsel for Crown Castle. Timmins recently went over a 2010 letter she received from Trauner when he was with NextG. At the Board’s May 18 meeting she shared that correspondence: “As I mentioned to you on the phone last week, we (NextG in 2010) are willing to reopen negotiations with the Village to relocate these facilities into the Public-Right-of-Way if the Village so chooses and is willing to bear the cost of such relocation. I wish you luck in your endeavors,” the letter from Trauner to Timmins stated. Also at the May 18 meeting Mayor Daughney commented that what everyone saw and read about with Supervisor Saladino’s rallying in Syosset-Woodbury was a mere “public relations stunt.” Just before the meeting, the concerned Garden City residents acknowledged that with November’s election only six months away, Saladino does have a clear political motivation to be involved. Nonetheless, in their own Garden City they were taken aback by the board’s comments last week. In an email to The Garden City News on Friday, May 19, Timmins noted the reactions of many of her fellow village residents after the meeting brought about a discouraging exchange with Board of Trustees for the cadre. “People are shocked that we were told last night to go ask residents to fund getting rid of radiation by hiring an attorney. People just don’t believe our village would say that. Also, we were told something about moving to Oyster Bay if we like how they are handling that. Is that showing any respect or is it mocking a serious situation? I don’t care if it was political in Woodbury, the guy (Saladino) said words that needed to be said,” she wrote. A week ago Timmins learned of a new committee set up to repel Crown Castle, started by Woodbury resident

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Crown Castle question back in front of Village Board

Dr. David Burg. After speaking with him at the beginning of this week Timmins and Rydzewski planned on attending a Town of Oyster Bay “town hall” meeting on cell antennas on Tuesday night May 23. They would literally follow what Trustee Bolebruch told the four residents with the exchange during public comments at the May 18 meeting, “go to Oyster Bay.” Even when the Village of Garden City responded with an extensive statement on the village website by May 19, follow-up to the events of the night before and the residents’ letter in the News last weekend, the few that have persisted against Crown Castle continue to wonder what it would take to convince the trustees to take another proactive measure and protect Garden City families. As Eithne Thorne stood in front of the Board of Trustees last Thursday night she read from her May 19 Letter to the Editor and quoted Dr. Burg’s comments to CBS2 News from May 11: “There are potential health risks to these (repeaters). They are aesthetically not pleasing. There’s also the devaluation of our homes.” Timmins notes the abundance of doctors and health/medical professionals living in the Syosset and Woodbury community, including those in neuroscience, and that their viewpoints were to be respected. She also has learned that Dr. Burg’s committee successfully contacted New York’s U.S. Senators Kirsten Gillibrand and Chuck Schumer and the process was underway for one of them to visit Woodbury. As the four women left the meeting at Garden City Village Hall past 11 p.m. on May 18, they told the Board of Trustees “you will see what the next stunt is.” In an email to the News, Thorne had the following takeaway: “We have all these lawyers and nobody can figure out how to fix this. This is a disgrace to Garden City. Imagine, mothers and grandmothers need to direct our leaders as to how to fix this Crown Castle disaster.”

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Garden City Fire Chiefs, Officers begin new terms

The Garden City Fire Department’s chiefs and line and corporate officers took their oaths of office Thursday, April 20, 2017 during a brief ceremony at Village Hall. Mayor Brian C. Daughney and Trustee Robert A. Bolebruch, Fire Commissioner, did the honors. Brian G. Gallo will serve as Chief of the Department. He will be aided during the coming year by 1st Assistant Chief Thomas Strysko, 2nd Assistant Chief Robert Horvath and 3rd Assistant Chief Devyn Moody. “Congratulations to you all. We wish you well and thank you for your continued involvement,” Mayor Daughney said. All photos by Carisa Giardino

Trustee Robert A. Bolebruch, Fire Commissioner, administers the oaths of office to the Garden City Fire Department’s 1st Assistant Chief Thomas Strysko, 2nd Assistant Chief Robert Horvath and 3rd Assistant Chief Devyn Moody, as well as the Department’s Line and Corporate Officers during a brief ceremony on Thursday, April 20, 2017 at Village Hall.

Mayor Brian C. Daughney administers the oath of office to Garden City Fire Department Chief Brian G. Gallo during a brief ceremony on Thursday, April 20, 2017 at Village Hall. Mayor Brian C. Daughney and Garden City Fire Chief Brian G. Gallo.

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May Day celebrations at the Cathedral Avenue School around 1920. This was Garden City’s first school building built in 1902 as a one story building and shortly afterwards a second story was added. School children of all ages attended this building back then, but of course there were not that many. Garden City’s total population in 1920 was less than 2,000. May Day celebrations were a common sight for centuries around the world welcoming spring each year on May 1st. When Communist countries began to use the holiday as a labor celebration and a Communist day of propaganda, the holiday diminished in the United States and was eventually forgotten altogether. Today, this building serves as the G.C. Public Schools Administration building.

Stratford’s young scientists share their learning BY ERIN HEGMANN, TEACHER On April 18th and 19th, third grade students at Stratford Avenue participated in the 2017 Science Fair. Students established questions and completed experiments to determine the outcome. They followed the steps of the scientific method to achieve their results. “Our young scientists created display boards with title and question, purpose, hypothesis, experiment details, data collection and conclusions,” shared teacher Erin Hegmann. “The students

presented their work during the day for other students and in the evening for families. All of our participants did a wonderful job presenting their findings,” said Mrs. Hegmann. Some of the projects at this year’s Science Fair included: “In what liquids do bean sprouts grow best?”; “What type of ball bounces the highest?”; “Can you power a car with magnets?”; and “Can the color of liquid or drinks impact a person’s perception of the taste?” “I liked seeing other students’ projects and what they did!” shared one third grader.

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John and Leah Pittoni are pleased to announce the engagement of their son, Michael, all from Garden City, to Michele Nickerson. Michele is the daughter of William and Beverly Nickerson, all from West Islip. Michael is a graduate of Garden City High School (1995) and Fordham University (1999) where he received his degree in Finance. Michael is presently an account representative with the financial planning firm of Hochheiser, Deutsch & Co. located in Woodbury. Michele is a graduate of West Islip High School (1998) and since 2000 has worked as a flight attendant for Jet Blue Airways. An August wedding is planned with a honeymoon in Hawaii.

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Amy and Erik Lucas of Ardsley, New York, are proud to announce the birth of their son, Ryan Michael Lucas, on April 23rd at White Plains Hospital. Ryan was 7 lbs, 11 oz at birth.

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Memorial Day With ATHENA

Mememorial Day is nearly here and I hope to see all of you cheering at the parade or maybe marching in it. It is an important day for all to remember those who were lost and to appreciate the veterans who fought for us overseas but were able to come back. The poppy is the symbol that was chosen after World War I as they fought through France - Flanders Fields and there were many poppies growing there. Don’t forget to get your poppy for the parade as they are now made by many veterans in the hospitals. The reservations are coming in very well for the Spring Bridge sponsored by the Community Club of Garden City and Hempstead so it looks forward to a full house. I can tell you more about it next week. Bridge is getting to be more popular as a great fund raiser and a fun afternoon. It will not be long before we are meeting and greeting at the Garden City Pool. My biggest hope is that we have good weather not only for opening day but for the whole summer. There was a Board meeting for the Community Club of Garden City and Hempstead this week, followed by a festive luncheon at a restaurant nearby. That was a nice way to end what had been a very good year. Its also nice to get together in a relaxed atmosphere and discuss what will be taking place next year. Good for you, ladies! Don’t forget to get your reservations in for the Luncheon Bridge on Thursday, June 22nd at 12 noon in St. Anne’s McCloskey Auditorium. Reservations go to Mrs. Joan Evans at 132 Wickham Road, Garden City NY 11530. There will be prizes galore and Joan is collecting the reservations at $25 per person. It should only be a short time now before our lovely Garden City Pool opens - you can count the weeks

on less than one hand. The only ones counting faster than us are our school children. Guess that we did the same thing when we were that age! I came across an item that I thought you would all be interested in, so here goes: “A Dieter’s Prayer: Lord, grant me the strength that I may not fall into the clutches of cholesterol. The road to hell is paved with butter, cake is cursed, cream is awful and Satan is hiding in every waffle. Beelzebub is a chocolate drop, Lucifer is a lollipop. Teach me the evils of Hollandaise, of pasta and gobs of mayonnaise, and crisp fried chicken from the South. If you love me Lore, shut my mouth.” This was sent to me by a friend who got it from one of her church mailings and thought it was catchy - hope you do too. In just a short time, the Garden City Schools will close for the summer and it will be camp time, vacation time and pool time. I for one just can not wait till that day arrives. One place you just might want to check out is a beach and the one I would suggest is Jones Beach. There you have the bay side and the calm water and no waves and if you like surf you go to the ocean side (front) and you have more sandy beach and waves. If you like pools there is one facing the ocean side beach and there are two pools - one better for children and one for grownups. I would recommend all of them but you can make your own pick. I think it is one of the most beautiful beaches on not only our shore but our eastern seaboard all down the coast. Try it - I thin you will like it. Take a dip for me! See you next week.

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Realtor collects business clothing for needy women

Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty Holds Island-Wide “Dress For Success” Clothing Drive Pictured here, (l-r) Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty agents Nadia Sacan, Sheryll Silver, Carolyn Lederer, Marianne Gardner and Hope Hassouni sort and box some of the many items collected that will be donated to Dress for Success and the One-Stop Employment Center. As part of its ongoing Daniel Gale Cares program, Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty, one of the nation’s leading realtors, has designated May as “Dress for Success” month. As such, an organization-wide effort is taking place across Long Island from Flushing, Queens to Shelter Island. Each of the 28 sales offices is collecting gently used career clothing and accessories for women and men. Women’s clothing and accessories will be donated to Dress for Success and menswear items will be donated to the One-Stop Employment Center. “Since its founding in 1922, Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty has been a constant supporter of our local communities,” said Patricia J. Petersen, President and CEO of Daniel Gale Sotheby’s. “The Dress for Success Clothing Drive is one of our particular favorites. As real estate professionals, we are particularly tuned into the impact of a well put together appearance. I am especially proud of the Daniel Gale family for their overwhelming enthusiasm and support.” Dress for Success is a not-for-profit organization, located in Brookhaven, which helps women make successful transitions into the workforce. Each client receives a business suit for job interviews and is given a second suit when she gets a job. Dress for Success also provides ongoing career development support to help the client build a successful career. The One-Stop Employment Center, which is affiliated with Department of Labor Licensing

and Consumer Affairs, offers a variety of employment services and has several locations in Suffolk and Nassau counties. Renee Hughes of Daniel Gale Sotheby’s Roslyn office has been graciously donating her time over the years to coordinate the Dress for Success efforts, and each year she comes up with a new twist to drive donations, which this year is to have “dressed for success” mannequins in several office windows. While its agents traditionally generously donate items from their own closets, Daniel Gale Sotheby’s is also reaching out to the community for donations. Each office has a designated ambassador to administer the program. Local vendors from grocery stores to nail salons to dry cleaners are also pitching in by posting flyers and otherwise promoting the drive. Hall Lane Moving Company and Corporate Transfer Moving Company are lending a hand, providing boxes and transportation for the collected items. “This month’s Daniel Gale Cares campaign will help ensure that some of these women and men in need will have a chance to change their lives and enter into the workforce with business appropriate clothing,” said Ms. Hughes. “For some people starting a career or reentering the job market, dressing appropriately for an interview can be a significant hurdle. With the generosity of our neighbors and local vendors, professional attire is being collected, sorted and counted.”

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Chamber Directors and Douglas Elliman brokers celebrate with John Martin (center with scissors) at their relocation ribbon cutting of the agency to Seventh Street.

Chamber welcomes Douglas Elliman to new Seventh Street location On Friday, April 28 the Garden City Chamber was pleased to welcome Douglas Elliman Real Estate with a ribbon cutting at its new state-of-theart office at 130 Seventh Street. John Martin, the Branch Manager, celebrated the event with his brokers and members of the Garden City Chamber Board. Established in 1911, Douglas Elliman Real Estate is New Yorkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

largest full service real estate brokerage and is the nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fourth largest company with an influential network of more than 6,000 agents. As partners with Knight Frank Residential, Douglas Elliman has unparalleled international exposure of its listings across 58 countries and 6 continents. The branch office in Garden City relocated to Seventh Street last fall to better serve the community.

With brokers looking on, Thomas McCambridge (Chamber President) presented John Martin (Branch Manager, Douglas Elliman Real Estate) his 2017 membership certificate.

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Friday, May 26, 2017 The Garden City News

Stratford second grade students and parents gathered together on Literacy Night to play “Character Bingo.”

Literacy Night at Stratford Avenue

Second graders and their parents participated in Literacy Night at Stratford School on March 30th. Over sixty second graders and their parents came back to school for a special evening of activities and quiet reading time. Students signed-up for one of three special activities: “Character Bingo,” “Literature Pictionary,” or “Escape from Space.” Character Bingo was played with favorite character names from children’s literature such as Harry Potter,

The Cat in the Hat, Fancy Nancy, Flat Stanley, and many more. Literature Pictionary involved two teams of students and parents drawing the titles of favorite books such as: “If You Give a Mouse a Cookie,” “On Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish,” and others. For “Escape the Space,” teams of students used puzzles and thinking skills to work out a code to unlock laptop computers - one team unlocked their computer in fifteen minutes!

At the end of the evening, everyone gathered in the gymnasium with reading material and flashlights to enjoy some silent reading time. Parents, students, teachers, Principal Mrs. Vota, and Assistant Principal Mrs. Hunn were joined by Dr. Ted Cannone, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum in the activity. The hour flew by and many participants expressed interest in enjoying this evening again next year!

Teams of students worked together to unlock clues like this hidden blue-light message during “Escape from Space.”

Stratford students tested their drawing skills during “Literature Pictionary.”

This group was the first to unlock their laptops by solving a series of clues and puzzles in “Escape from Space.”

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Albanese Org. objects to zoning change supported by Chamber

From page 1 week he attended the Village Board of Trustees’ meeting for a hearing on proposed zoning changes in the village’s commercial hub, Seventh Street, and ancillary changes to parking requirements. He left the meeting shocked by the Chamber of Commerce’s position after his firm – the prominent Albanese Organization, landlord and redeveloper of a prime stretch of Franklin Avenue buildings – was never approached for input prior to recommendations presented to the Board of Trustees on May 18. In an interview with The Garden City News this week Matthews says the Chamber is too heavily influenced by the slew of restaurants on Seventh Street with many clients represented by attorney Kevin Walsh, who also spoke at the May 18 trustees’ meeting. Matthews said he believes the Chamber of Commerce’s executive board overruled his employee and current Chamber President Thomas McCambridge of the Albanese Organization to suggest the zoning change for Seventh Street now being weighed by the Board of Trustees. He says this is a 180-degree turn from the formation of the Streetscape Committee in the village and well before that, the Business Planning Coalition with Bob Davis and former mayor Rothschild, which carried a mission of working with landlords and zoning to “create a walkable downtown” and revitalize Franklin Avenue and Seventh Street. Matthews believes a proposal per-

mitting street-level office use by banks and real estate firms would undermine the attractiveness and economic vitality of Seventh Street. But proponents for change from the Chamber of Commerce and the village’s Building Department see just the opposite. The exchange of ideas started May 18 with the proposal introduced by Superintendent of Building Ausberto Huertas. Trustee Louis Minuto told Matthews that Huertas, hired as the Buildings Department head in 2015, was not acting on his “guesswork” about business forecasts, as Matthews commented, but instead he was reacting to a trend observed in applications for the “Seventh/Franklin T-zone.” “The trend occurring prior to my work here was that restaurants had been taking up parts of Seventh Street. The majority of Building filings had to do with restaurants and food services. The process we have now is also taxing on the Zoning Board of Appeals and their analysis to get those approvals to just use the same spots on Seventh Street. This (proposed change) is just to include the restaurants and the banks. Banks are part of the recommendation,” Huertas said on May 18. Matthews told Huertas and the Board of Trustees that it creates noncompetition and reduces variety as banks and office-use tenants will outbid any mom and pops’ retailer or business “that Seventh Street needs.” “One by one you are going to lose those businesses as you increase offic-

es. You’d change Seventh Street from a shopping district to an office district,” Matthews said on May 18. Over the weekend Matthews digested the explanation Huertas served up at the meeting. He responded in an interview with the News on Tuesday, May 23. “He (Huertas) is new, he is not (longtime head of the Building Department) Mike Filippon. If Mike Filippon had been sitting in that seat (at the executive staff table) I don’t think he would be advocating for that zoning change,” Matthews says.

Parking Amendment Challenged

According to Matthews, an ordinance change to determine the parking requirements is also “really not practical.” “The Board should be determining the capacity of parking lots and how many restaurants lots can support. If everyone shows up at the same time for all the restaurants then there’s not enough parking. (On May 18) the conversation was preceded by a presentation from the village’s parking consultant, and that is all the more reason why you want to have mixed uses because patrons would be frequenting Seventh Street at different times of day,” Matthews said. His message to the trustees regarding parking lots last week was simple. “As a landlord (Albanese Organization) that’s invested $200 million into buildings along Franklin Avenue over the last 20 years, parking is very important.”

Each year the Albanese Organization pays over three million in taxes to the village and Garden City Public Schools. Matthews says for one Franklin Avenue building alone, tenants and the Albanese Organization invested $75 million into renovations and enhancements. Bob Davis of Third Street, a resident of Garden City for 51 years, joined Matthews at the May 18 meeting and spoke about the need for parking requirements for merchants along Seventh. Questions arose for lots 7N and 7S and the merchants’ quota for parking spaces. Davis challenges the board to investigate the impact its decision on parking and zoning regulations would have on Garden City’s non-residential (commercial) tax revenues, which he said has gone down by 20 percent in recent years. Matthews looked at the potential map for Seventh and cited the failed attempt to have Bank of America move into the first-floor, northwest corner property at Seventh and Franklin. That tenancy was opposed by the Albanese Organization and then rejected by a vote of the Zoning Board of Appeals denying a variance application. He told the Board of Trustees that zoning code changes would be “a terrible mistake and an indirect, roundabout way to get around that and reintroduce a bank into that building.” He told the trustees the troubled location, now set for occupancy by a French bakery, was a result of the landSee page 45

Belmont Festival kicks off summer on 7th St.

From page 1 “and we are going to recapture that.” On June 9 local restaurants will be grilling against each other in the popular “Wing Off” competition. In prior years the Belmont Festival’s Wing Off challenge has led proceeds from each plate to benefit the Ace in the Hole Foundation, created in 2008 to honor 1st Lt. Michael LiCalzi, a Garden City resident who lost his life while serving his country during Operation Iraqi Freedom; the Mollie Biggane Melanoma Foundation (the Mollie Fund) started by Jack and Maggie Biggane in memory of their daughter, as well as the Garden City Chamber of Commerce Foundation, Inc., which provides scholarships to deserving Garden City High School seniors as well as assistance to community members in need. Please call the Chamber of Commerce at 516746-7724 for additional information on charitable efforts this year.

Seventh St. and Your Parking Plans

The flower baskets lining Seventh Street were placed in mid-May. Next week, after the Memorial Day Parade marches down Seventh to the Village

Gazebo next to the Garden City Public Library, Donnelly says the banners advertising the Belmont and 2017 Promenade season will go up in town. Big signs with sponsors will be decorating the village in the days leading up to the June 9 event. A refreshed Seventh Street atmosphere takes shape just as June arrives. According to Donnelly the village’s Recreation and Parks Department and Department of Public Works personnel continue to make preparations for street maintenance, cleanup and beautification. “The village turns around and spiffs up Seventh Street, fixes broken sidewalk and uses pavers – they take care of it,” Donnelly said. With the expected congestion on Seventh, Donnelly offers a tip for residents and visitors who will be seeking parking for the Belmont: try using the lot adjacent to the Chamber of Commerce’s office (at 230 Seventh Street, east of Franklin Avenue). “The village parking field that is best for a Friday Promenade is actually the lot by the Chamber’s small office and the Y-lot which is back there. It’s completely empty, there it’s always empty

with plenty of space and you can walk down Seventh, cross Franklin Avenue and you are right at Leo’s restaurant. The two lots on Seventh Street, 7S and 7N, will fill up,” he said in an interview this week. The next Board of Trustees’ meeting June 1 will also carry a continued public hearing on the village’s plans to change zoning on Seventh Street to create a new business district parking regulation. Donnelly is set to comment with the Chamber’s directors having voted in favor of the change.

Record Attendance in 2016

Last year’s Belmont Festival brought Garden City its biggest crowd yet in the two decades of pre-Belmont Stakes excitement. Donnelly says the June 10, 2016 Festival had roughly 6,000 attendees. That mark came a year after the 2015 Belmont Stakes race produced the first Triple Crown-winning horse, American Pharoah, in over 35 years. Seventh Street merchants are all driven by the high turnout. In addition to the municipal support including Seventh Street and other merchants and local sponsors, the Garden City Chamber of Commerce thanks New

York Racing Association, NYRA, for its contribution.

GCPL seeks young volunteers

As the Festival is two weeks away, an opportunity to support fellow Garden City students and the community overall at the village’s marquee outdoor party is still available. The Garden City Public Library is seeking youths to volunteer time during the June 9 Belmont Festival at the library’s Teen Advisory Board table. Young Adult Librarian Laura Giunta and GCPL staff are looking for volunteers in Grades 6 through 12 to help make custom buttons to give Festival attendees, while having fun using the library’s button maker. Volunteers at the Belmont will also hand out free raffle tickets for the GCPL Young Adult raffle prize as well as flyers for this year’s Tweens and Teens Summer Reading Program, “Build a Better World.” If interested, please contact Giunta at laurag@gardencitypl.org or call 516-7428405, extension 242

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L E G A L LEGAL NOTICE Notice of the formation of Ric’s Imperial Locksmiths LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 4/13/2017. Office location: NASSAU County. SSNY designated agent upon whom process may be served and shall mail a copy of process against LLC to principle business address: 123 Poppy Ave., Franklin Sq., NY 11010. Purpose: any lawful act. GC 0621 6 x 4/28; 5/5, 12, 19, 26; 6/5 LEGAL NOTICE Notice of formation of Wall Punch Murals LLC. Articles of Organization files with the Sec. of State of NY SSNY on 1/5/17. Office location: Nassau County. SSNY has been designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail copy of any process served against the LLC to 60 Leewater Ave. Massapequa, NY 11758. Purpose: any lawful purpose. GC 0623 6X 04/28; 5/5,12,19,26;6/2 LEGAL NOTICE PEAKABAY, LLC. Arts of Org. filed with the SSNY on 04/14/2017. Office: Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to the LLC, c/o United States Corporation Agents, Inc., 7014 13th Ave., Suite 202, Brooklyn, NY 11228. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. GC 0637 6X 05/12,19,26,06/02,09,16 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT: NASSAU COUNTY U.S. BANK NATIONAL

ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF THE CSFB MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005CF1; Plaintiff(s) vs. COLLEEN TRETTIEN; et al; Defendant(s) Attorney (s) for Plaintiff (s): ROSICKI, ROSICKI & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 2 Summit Court, Suite 301, Fishkill, New York, 12524, 845.897.1600 Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale granted herein on or about January 19, 2017, I will sell at Public Auction to the highest bidder at Calendar Control Part (CCP) Courtroom of the Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501. On June 13, 2017 at 11:30 am. Premises known as 162 Meadow Street, Garden City, NY 11530 Section: 34 Block: 546 Lot: 32 & 39 ALL that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Garden City, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York. As more particularly described in the judgment of foreclosure and sale. Sold subject to all of the terms and conditions contained in said judgment and terms of sale. Approximate amount of judgment $520,854.20 plus interest and costs. INDEX NO. 801-15 Marilyn J. Salzman, Esq., Referee GC 0638 4X 05/12, 19, 26, 06/02

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LEGAL NOTICE Cook & Inspire LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State (SSNY) 5/5/17. The LLC is located in Nassau County. G. Villanella has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 79 Harbor Lane Massapequa Park, NY 11762. Purpose of Business: Any lawful purpose. Duration: Perpetual. GC 0644 6X 05/19,26,06/02,09,16,23 LEGAL NOTICE Notice of formation of 10 Eileen Avenue LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York SSNY on 2/9/16. Office located in Nassau County. SSNY has been designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail copy of any process served against the LLC to 10 Eileen Avenue, Plainview, NY 11803. Purpose: any lawful purpose. GC 0646 6X 05/19,26,06/02,09,16,23 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. f/k/a Chase Home Finance, LLC, Plaintiff AGAINST Julie Soussis a/k/a Julie F. Soussis; et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly dated November 13, 2008 I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Calendar Control Part (CCP) Courtroom, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on

June 27, 2017 at 11:30AM, premises known as 90 Amherst Street, Garden City, NY 11530. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Village of Garden City, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of NY, Section 33 Block 301 Lot 459. Approximate amount of judgment $346,871.59 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 07-007961. Gina Raio Bitsimis, Referee Shapiro, DiCaro & Barak, LLC Attorney(s) for the Plaintiff 175 Mile Crossing Boulevard Rochester, New York 14624 (877) 759-1835 Dated: May 3, 2017 GC 0648 4X 05/26,06/02,09,16 INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF GARDEN CITY LEGAL NOTICE (Pursuant to Section 1428 of the Real Property Tax Law, State of New York) 2017 Tax 1st Half Due and Payable June 1, 2017 (Second half may be paid at same time) 2nd Half Due and Payable December 1, 2017 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, Clerk of the Incorporated Village of Garden City, New York, has received the tax roll and warrant for the collection of taxes for the current year and will attend at the Village office, 351 Stewart Avenue in said Village, on each day during the period

June 1 to July 3, 2017 from 8:30 o’clock in the forenoon until 4:30 o’clock in the afternoon (Saturday, Sundays and legal holidays excepted), for the purpose of receiving the taxes assessed on said roll. Taxes for the first half-year become due and payable June 1, 2017. (Taxes for the second half-year may be paid at the same time). Taxes for the second half-year become due and payable December 1, 2017. A discount of 1% will be allowed on the second half of the tax, providing payment of both the first and second halves is made not later than June 30, 2017. No discount will be allowed after June 30, 2017. To all taxes for the first half remaining unpaid after July 3, 2017, and for the second half remaining unpaid after January 2, 2018, five per centum (5%) will be added for the first month or fraction, thereof, and one per centum (1%) for each month or fraction thereof thereafter until date of Tax Sale is determined. Thereafter, Tax Sale expense and additional interest will be added. AVOID PENALTIES BY PAYING YOUR TAXES PROMPTLY When requesting tax bills, please give the lot and block numbers and map designation, account number or description and location of property. Karen M. Altman Village Clerk Dated: May 17, 2017 Garden City, New York GC 0649 1X 05/26

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From page 1 a.m. start and a 3:05 p.m. dismissal. At last week’s meeting Superintendent of Schools Dr. Robert Feirsen introduced the committee charged with investigating the option for Garden City, albeit for the 2018-2019 school year at the earliest. The follow-up protocol to assess the impacts of new starting times was outlined together with the committee’s recommendation. Dr. Feirsen told the board “we think we should look at the analysis of student performance data over time, including attendance, lateness and behavior, through our observations and surveys.” The committee presented findings from its community survey run this spring, and Feirsen says based on participation it was a very well received research tool. Pre and post implementation feedback appears to be the model. Along with these new start times, on May 16 the committee recommended that the district continue to investigate possibilities for early-morning childcare options for Garden City’s kindergarten parents. “I don’t want to lead to mislead you that it would necessarily be a district-run childcare in our schools but there are some recent initiatives to connect with agencies and organizations in our community,” Feirsen said

at the start of the presentation. One example of connections was the area’s preschools. He later said morning childcare for kindergarten kids is a burden the Garden City Public Schools “cannot really safely and economically accommodate.” Feirsen says the district would have the interest to work with Garden City organizations or preschools and publicize that effort for any interested parents. The issues the committee spent most of its time on revolved around synergy in the public school system’s schedule and any necessary adjustments. Feirsen noted that once you change one aspect all the other components of running a school day need to fall in line. “One of the things that affect people most is when school starts and when school ends. Naturally there is going to be some degree of adjustment to this. Class of 2017 President Mairead Pfaff, honored last September as one of GCHS’ 2016 recipients of the Adelphi University Prize for Leadership, was a member of the steering committee this year and she’s volunteered with the GCHS site-based team meetings on start times since her freshman year. “8:30 a.m. is the recommended time from most doctors and all the research.

Different people might say slightly different things but the overwhelming majority says 8:30 a.m. is the best time for high schoolers to start and it’s when they will be most productive. The Middle School switching to 7:40a.m. is the current high school start time, and it seems very early because Middle School starts at 8:30 right now. But we’ve talked a lot about the pros and cons of having high school versus middle school start at 7:40. Because the high school-specific age group has its Circadian rhythms set later that means they work better when they fall asleep later and then wake up later in the morning. That age group does include eighth graders but it does go all the way through high school; really even though eighth graders might suffer a little from starting at 7:40 it is just the one year kind of in exchange for the next four years of high school. Because high schoolers have a much more demanding schedule the pros outweigh the cons,” Pfaff said. Later she tackled the issue of having a later GCHS start time mean that teens would simply go to bed even later at night, and the end result would be the same. Pfaff explained the array of studies showing overwhelming evidence that even if teens got the same amount of sleep, “just having it pushed back in

the 24-hour period and they were going to sleep later and waking up later in the morning, it would be more beneficial for their rest and they’d wake up more ready to learn and more alert because of the way their body clocks are set as opposed to a full-grown adult or even a smaller child.” Pfaff also countered the arguments some parents can have about teens losing sleep due to heavy cell phone or computer use and watching TV late at night. She told the board and audience that doesn’t factor in an adjusted sleep schedule. “If you walked around Garden City High School today when it starts at 7:40 a.m. you would easily count 50 percent of students carrying coffee cups. It’s just not a healthy thing for a person that young to start depending on caffeine to wake them up in the morning and get all their work done at night,” she said. The roots of the later start time movement in Garden City came about because of research that took such habits into account. Pfaff and other committee members referenced comments and findings by the American Academy of Pediatrics, and the information was posted on the school district website weeks ago. See page 46

Albanese Org. objects to zoning change supported by Chamber

From page 42 lord’s mistakes with redeveloping the site and then asking a rent “much too high.” Matthews argues that pricing storefronts at huge rents sets the table for only banks and investment firms to over-occupy Seventh Street. Bank of America ultimately located in a smaller space further down Seventh Street where Riesterer’s Bakery (96 Seventh St.) was. The leader of the Albanese Organization examined the nature of turnover and says banks and office uses should not be encouraged tenants for Seventh Street; Matthews argues it’s the planned and proper place for mom and pop’s-style merchants to be in Garden City. “I have no skin in the game. Garden City is unique. Garden City is a planned community, the very first in the country. The zoning and oversight with a local Architectural Design Review Board (ADRB) – all of the regulating bodies are needed because you have fragmented ownership. The Americana (Miracle Mile in Manhasset) is what it is with our partner Frank Castagna (Castagna Realty). Frank himself is the zoning board and ADRB for that location. But if every one of those stores is owned by a different landlord the Americana would not be what it is. We have struggled on Franklin Avenue and fortunately we have enough buildings here, all eight are the best-maintained and most appealing architectur-

ally, setting the tone. But we struggle to maintain the very high standards that Garden City deserves, and we care about that. Other landlords right next to us have not-well-maintained buildings that are not fully leased,” Matthews told the News. At the public hearing last week he commented that the proposed zoning changes could drain tenants in office buildings north of Tenth Street and Franklin Avenue. The Albanese Organization does not own buildings in the T-zone or on Seventh Street but they feel their many tenants for Franklin Avenue’s offices are attracted to Garden City with its shopping district in mind. He described the pedestrian flow to the Board of Trustees May 18 and this is a backbone of keeping the status quo. He’s a firm believer in Garden City’s established business ecosystem running along Franklin and down into Seventh. “Right now we have a real attractive business district and a real downtown. The tenants can walk out of their offices during the day and patronize the restaurants or stores. But it requires cooperation from the village in preserving what is a very important shopping district – they should be preserving the character of Seventh Street by prohibiting any more leasing of street-level spaces to office uses. Once this is lost it is not going to come back – this is death by a thousand cuts. Twenty years from now this can be a very different place

because the mom and pops’ places cannot pay the rent Douglas Elliman can afford to pay,” Matthews explains. Douglas Elliman opened in winter at the former Neptune Camera location at 130 Seventh Street. Trustee Minuto and Russell Matthews each made points about Neptune’s move from Seventh into a smaller space on Franklin Avenue, as reported in the News’ February 26, 2016 edition. Both gentlemen referenced unique circumstances with the camera industry greatly impacted by smartphones’ picture-taking features in the past ten years. “Once a landlord raises the rent where will all the stores go? Seventh Street should have a bakery. If you go to Plandome Road in Manhasset they’ve got two bakeries. Things change and stores compete with malls and the internet, but that is all the more reason to preserve what people still like and are attracted to – local retail on a street that is clean and well-maintained where there is ample parking and people can gather. What are you going to have, a Friday night street fair where they closed the street down but the only places open are a few restaurants? There aren’t many places to shop,” Matthews said, looking ahead to the upcoming Friday Promenades on Seventh starting in June.

Chamber Leaders and a Trustee React

Dennis Donnelly, executive director

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Committee says it’s time for later High School starting time

of the Chamber of Commerce, spoke in favor of new T-zone regulations at the Board of Trustees’ May 18 meeting. “On this issue the Chamber’s executive board made up of 23 individuals had multiple meetings and discussions on the T-zone portion of the village. The Chamber believes that any impediments to locating a business in the village are counterproductive to the economic vitality of the commercial sector. The elimination of restrictive governance will only help to spur further development in the retail district,” he said. In a follow up phone call with The Garden City News on Tuesday, May 23, former village trustee Donnelly said over the course of the last one year the progress of Seventh Street has been discussed among director. “This was a subject for six or seven years and since I was a trustee every year, about why we had such an inane zoning law that prohibited businesses from moving into stores. If you look at the proposed zoning which allows restaurants, which I don’t think Mr. Matthews objects to, it works that a bank could only be 300 feet away from another bank at the corner,” he said. Donnelly says Matthews objects to the legislation impacting banks because his clients with the Albanese Organization include TD Bank and M&T Bank on Franklin Avenue immediately north of Stewart Avenue and See page 46

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Committee says it’s time for later High School starting time

From page 45 “There’s a great deal of research being done lately about teenagers and the sleep that they need. That started our goal of looking into this. Teenagers are obviously put through a lot of stress with high school and all the classes and extracurriculars, drivers’ education, applying for college and standardized tests. Long-term, this district always focuses on the well-being of students. That is what is most important, that is what the public schools are here for in the first place. I love the Garden City public schools for that reason. This would be another contributing factor showing that Garden City does care, and that’s why I really believe strongly in this change,” said Pfaff. High School Principal Nanine McLaughlin told the school board last week that a change to an 8:30 start falls in with the national movement among leading school districts, including several in the area. For at least 20 years Jericho High School has started at 8:59 a.m.; Herricks pushed back its start time for 2016-2017, Greenwich, Connecticut is changing to a later time soon, and Roslyn changed to a later

time six years ago. In her comments Principal McLaughlin recalled students like Pfaff having an “epiphany” starting in high school and the great stress involved. She says schools want to help their students as best possible. “I am on the board of Nassau County High School Principals. It’s something everybody really wants to do because the research is endless and it’s clear. But it is hard, districts wanting to do it and then having the means and wherewithal to do it and the commitment to take on another new project – this is something everybody is talking about and certainly people are looking at,” McLaughlin said at the May 16 meeting. McLaughlin spoke about an abandoned third option for the district that would have adjusted for a later start time but required $360,000 to purchase three new school buses. She says alternatively, when a district outsources a school bus it must contract for a minimum of four hours, and that cost was also another dissuading factor. “We felt good about the options but we knew the cost was a serious issue, and we reviewed our survey results. The vast majority of people were very, very, very strong about not wanting to

spend that kind of money,” she said. With the recommended “Option 1” additional costs include preparing for the additional time Middle School students would have from the end of the school day (with a change to 2:30 p.m.) for them to do co-curricular activities, go to extra help, be supervised in a study hall and complete some homework or get ready for athletics. McLaughlin explained a worst case scenario costing an added $50,000 to $60,000 a year with compensation for eight to 11 supervisors, but that would be if each one was paid. Dr. Feirsen says another potential cost related to the Middle School change could be if the district offers healthy snack options for that end-of-day period, for students to purchase. The board would need to make a separate decision if and when that becomes an option. School Board President Angela Heineman, re-elected to a new term the very night of the May 16 board meeting by popular vote, began a round of questions on the School Starting Time presentation by saying “the devil is always in the details.” She focused on logistics the district must control with regards to the length of school bus routes. “There was a mention that some bus

routes would be longer. Well, different aged students can or can’t take a longer ride so is that another burden we would be placing on (the youngest) primary school students? What happens to the length of their bus rides? I’d like to have some indication of where the burdens of this will fall,” she asked the district’s committee. Superintendent Feirsen said the district has pretty short bus routes all around. “I think we talked about maybe extending a ride by 10 minutes. Assistant Director of Transportation Linda Green says logistics-wise the only adjustment may be a change for Locust School routes and one Hemlock route. Crista Regazzi of Cathedral Avenue has two young children at Locust School. At the May 16 meeting she asked about the time the children would have on the bus getting to school. She says last year her five-year-old spent 45 minutes riding to school because she was picked up at 7:41 a.m. each day. She’s concerned about the 10-minute increase coming close to an hour on the school bus each way for a kindergartener. “I think it needs to be looked into and taken into consideration. I am not See page 47

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From page 45 banks further north of Tenth Street on Franklin, with Wells Fargo, Citibank, Signature Bank, First National Bank of Long Island and more. “He wants all the banks in his buildings, but the Chamber takes the position of what’s best for the village and what’s good for business,” Donnelly said. John Wilton of Garden City Properties, chair of the Chamber’s Merchants’ group and honored by the Chamber as 2011 Businessperson of the Year, argues that there is not as great an interest for banks to become Seventh Street tenants as Matthews warns the board about. “The Albanese Organization may feel very differently because they consider it a golden tenant, but local boutique landlords of smaller properties are seeking that vitality and they feel it is good for their portfolio to have that. They see the downtown as a vital resource to the economic net profit of their companies,” Wilton said. Setting up the bird’s eye view of Seventh Street, Wilton told the Board the dynamics of Garden City’s downtown took quite a significant turn since 2014. “The escalations of the existing tenancies has risen the rent roll up to the equivalent of what banks are coming in at now. Also the retail street is now equal to banks at the retail level, so when a landlord is weighing who should come in, we know that the vitality of retail is dramatically changing. I had

T-Mobile and Verizon come look at the former Feldis Florist location (next to TCBY) and they both said Seventh Street doesn’t have enough customer traffic for what we do. The local landlords who do not own a vast square-footage empire as the Albanese Organization does, they really have an interest in keeping the vitality of the downtown active and split into different mechanisms of what goods and services is available,” he said. Trustee Robert Bolebruch asked Wilton about Seventh Street tenants and landlords and if small businesses viewed banks as a threat. Wilton replied that no business or landlord has ever come up to him to say a bank branch opening has hurt their business. Bolebruch told his fellow trustees, Matthews, and the cadre of Chamber representatives that the nature of banks opening up is cyclical and they always come and go. Bolebruch works in the brokerage business in Rockville Centre and he says a full range of banks there does not hurt the downtown, with Rockville Centre’s “tremendous” restaurant area. Many times Donnelly has referred to that village’s example as well. Last week Bolebruch said in Rockville Centre Citibank, Chase and many other branches take up all ground-level storefronts in the midst of restaurants and retail. He says that represents a good “local thriving area.” “The objective of the proposed change here is to provide an opportunity for Garden City’s community to

have businesses move in as they see the demand or need of residents. This gives the community the flexibility to adjust, attract people and to change as society and demand changes. Bank branches always open in areas. All of a sudden one day a bank would look and say ‘we have too many branches’ and in a split second one-third of bank branches would end up closing. You would end up with different businesses there. What also happens is society changes. By lifting the zoning requirements you have in one area, you would let business determine what is going to be there. We all grew up seeing stores that we do not see today, for example growing up as a kid I used to go to the soda shop – those things don’t exist anymore,” Bolebruch said. He advises that the residents of Garden City will ultimately determine which businesses will be successful on Seventh Street and who won’t be. Kevin Walsh of Seventh Street law firm Walsh, Markus, McDougal & DeBellis, LLP, told the Board of Trustees he was in support of the proposed zoning change. He said Seventh Street is doing very, very well today but it can continue to do well with slight modifications outlined by the proposed amendments. Walsh rebutted some of Matthews’ argument against the changes. “At the outset I do not believe this is above the heads or the grasp of the members of the Chamber of Commerce. I think we fully understand what goes

on in Garden City’s downtown. I believe Mr. Matthews understands his business and we understand the downtown. Mr. Matthews basically said when the downtown was planned years ago with the buildings and commercial sector, it was planned so that those folks who could pay the higher rent – including banks and financial institutions – could be moved into one area and Seventh Street could not have them. Reality is that may have been the way it was back then but things are changing – the market tells you where it wants to go,” Walsh said. He also delved into the details of the Bank of America issue for the prime corner and said the institution expressed its evolving needs. “They said they way banks operate in this day and age we are retail operations and not offices. In places like Rockville Centre and Mineola banks are not office – they are retail and they are defined as such. In the Village of Garden City banks have always been defined as offices they have been excluded from the areas where offices were excluded. It is a question of terminology, but I do not believe the Board of Trustees should promote financial benefit to landowners in one section at the expense or risk to owners in another section,” Walsh stated. He defended one of his clients, the landlord of the corner property at Seventh and Franklin that Matthews scrutinized for the Bank of America issue. Walsh says the landlord “did not See page 47

From page 46 against the change of starting time for the benefits to high school students but the bus times and total time for young kids needs to be addressed. This is something to keep in mind with the board’s decision,” she said. Danielle Kilkenny of Huntington Road attended the Start Time Community Forum at the high school held on Monday, May 1, implored the district to have before-school childcare options in place before the official switch to later start times, with respect to the kindergarten proposal, as she said “it’s not going to work for any of the working families.” Kimberly Fellingham, a mom of a second grader and an incoming kindergartener for 2018-2019, told the board she hopes to go back to working full-time once her second child starts school. She worked in early childhood education for 15 years. Coinciding with the proposed 9:15 a.m. start for kindergarten in September 2018, she would not be able to hold her job due to schedule. She also raised an educational objective for the board to plan on. “We are walkers so I would have to walk my son to school. Also my daughter had a very hard time adjusting to a longer school day in first grade with longer instructional time. My concern

is for kindergarten is it would not be an instructional extra 45 minutes (past 3 p.m.). We don’t have enough play in our schools. In early childhood education the push is for more play and more outside time, not more instruction time – all the research does show that. I implore you to add more recess, play and imagination into the classroom into school day instead of instruction to encourage problem-solving and grit. That is what children need. We can’t make up for that when they are older, we need to do it when they are young,” Fellingham said. With a bird’s eye view of the big picture, Heineman said this time change would be an overwhelming benefit to high schoolers’ quality of life. The question for her, though, remained for the youngest students (kindergarten shifting to a 9:15 a.m. start) and not losing their productivity in the mornings. “I would not want to lose that productivity and energy as that’s a real benefit for them as we start now at 8:30. I think their learning is clearly going to be better from 8:30 to 9:15 than it is from 2:30 and 3:15,” she said. In his introduction on May 16, Dr. Feirsen told the school board and parents that this was difficult proposal to reach for Garden City. He calls the late school year’s presentation on mov-

ing the starting time “a courageous moment” for Garden City Schools. “When we began work in September/ October we had hoped that there was a great solution out there – that there would be a perfect way to address the interest of the high school having a later start time and at the same time leave everybody else happy. We have a solution, a recommendation and we believe very strongly in our recommendation but there’s no perfect solution out there. The later start will be productive and valuable for the school district not only in the year it starts (2018) but for years to come. We feel we are working in line with research and best practice and we think in a lot of ways Garden City is blazing a trail for other high schools and school districts in our region and we think this is a very positive thing to do,” he explained. In his monthly report to the school board, Dr. Feirsen commented on recent rankings of the Garden City Schools by Newsweek and U.S. News and World Report. In the latter the high school was ranked second behind Jericho this year. “They all have different metrics they respond to but they rate us very highly. Niche.com, a real estate website which has ranked Garden City’s athletics program number one in New York State, has also ranked our high

school program overall very highly. The only caveat being the key difference of ranking number one, two or three was due to demographics in our community (93% Caucasian) we carried a D+ for diversity. We can’t control that but we are very proud of the high rankings,” Feirsen told the board. He also noted the terrific performance of the high school baseball team this spring after the controversy over the decision not to re-hire longtime Coach Rich Smith for 2017, and Smith’s ongoing federal age discrimination lawsuit in which Feirsen and Athletic Director Dawn Cerrone are named. “The baseball team has been doing very well, it won its conference and also has been doing very well in the playoffs. After winning two in a row they had a day off. We are very proud of them and happy for the success in doing the things baseball players should be focused on – playing baseball,” Dr. Feirsen said near the end of the board’s meeting last week.

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From page 46 have a bad plan” and they invested millions into renovating the property, now bookended by Pure Barre on Seventh Street and Waxing the City on Franklin Avenue. “To say to that landlord you cannot have a bank because I (the Albanese Organization) wants the financial interests of banks, or that ‘I need those that can pay the higher rents here down by me’ (on Franklin) it’s just playing favorites with zoning, it’s just wrong. That shouldn’t be the way it is and I hope the Board of Trustees considers adopting both components of this legislation,” Walsh said on May 18. Donnelly tells the News that because most Long Island municipalities consider banks retail use they can open anywhere another store could go without zoning restriction. “It makes no sense now (with village code) because banks are not offices, now more than ever. People go into them just for ATMs and services. It is not people sitting around making mortgage loans all day, not anymore. Banks are much smaller than they used to be,” he explained. In front of the board Donnelly added that for the second proposal, changes to the commercial area parking regulations, will “lift the burden on potential new businesses for expensive parking studies.” He asserts that both the chang-

es will boost the business climate of Garden City. A look into the current T-zone of Seventh and Franklin would highlight the number of zoning variances issued by the ZBA for restaurants. Donnelly encouraged the trustees to pass the new zoning as drafted. He spoke about the proliferation of restaurants from the ever-popular Burger Spot to Starbucks; an expansion with Food for Thought, the fairly new Go Greek!; Probst, Garden City Bistro, Key Food, Dunkin’ Donuts, Bagelman and the new French bakery for the corner of Seventh and Franklin, just approved for a variance at the Tuesday, May 16 ZBA meeting. Donnelly says the newest addition comes from the same owner as the Bell Boulevard dessert destination in Bayside, “The French Workshop,” known for artisanal pastries and breads. There is also a new restaurant “b Good” moving into the corner property next to the new bakery. He told the trustees about incoming establishments like Perennial restaurant for 990 Franklin Avenue (reported in the May 19 edition of the News) and the Mexican restaurant “Guac Shop” set to open on Seventh Street in the former Feldis Florist location next to TCBY. Before Donnelly turned to the “bank profile” he noted ZBA approval for the ScottTrade financial institution at 726 Franklin Avenue. “In addition on Seventh Street as

Mr. Matthews noted we have Roslyn Savings Bank, HSBC, and Capital One within the T-zone itself. And People’s Bank, Bank of America and Chase are not in the T-zone but also on Seventh Street,” Donnelly points out. He also says since with the new French bakery already renting the corner property there would not be a place to locate a bank there with the newly proposed changes. The concept the Chamber is advocating begins and ends with an attempt to move businesses into the village, Donnelly says. “When you look at the retail sector today and as everybody has mentioned it is changing dramatically. I read an article recently that stated stores selling someone else’s product – Macy’s, JC Penney or Sears – you can no longer compete against the online market with Amazon.com or Walmart, because you need to have a store. All big department stores are in big trouble and things are going back to small retail. Small retailers ought to have an opportunity and I agree with (Matthews) on that, but if you look at who is coming to the village we primarily have restaurants,” he told the trustees. In his phone call Donnelly considered the lack of a validity for any argument opposing variances for restaurant given the 14 or more examples he recited for the trustees. “Can you imagine if somebody want-

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ed to open and took the village to court and they asked why they were not granted their variance? It has used up people’s time and money for no reason and these establishments should just be allowed,” he said. In his and the Chamber’s view, the whole retail sector is changing dramatically as is Garden City. “Garden City is becoming a restaurant-centric, small shop boutique shopping-type downtown, specifically Seventh Street. To have approved three banks and with the new zoning changes and with all the restaurants, the way this new zoning reads no bank can be within 300 feet of another bank. In reality this would allow one bank to be put in the T-zone. HSBC near Key Food is the closest bank to Franklin, about 300 feet to the corner, and M&T Bank on Franklin is also 300 feet from that spot. You could not have one on Seventh Street anywhere else due to the restriction. The Chamber looked at it very carefully and I encourage you to pass it as-is,” Donnelly explains. The Board, the Chamber and Matthews now get set for the second round of public hearings and possible adoption of new legislation at the June 1 meeting inside Village Hall. Full details from that meeting will be reported in the Friday, June 9 edition of the News.

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GCPTA remembers those who served our country. Thank you.

Summer Reading Event

The Garden City PTA, Barnes & Noble and Anthony’s Coal Fire Pizza have teamed up once again for our annual Summer Reading Event from June 6th -11th. The ı is designed to provide you a convenient way to stock up on the entire family’s reading lists for the summer and check off what’s for dinner! • Grab your child’s summer reading early. • In a book club? Why not support PTA by purchasing your summer selection. • Need teachers’ gifts? Perfect opportunity to pick up a thank you gift and support our schools. Shop Barnes & Noble, Carle Place or Shop Online • Shop all day on Tuesday, June 6th at the newly renovated Carle Place store. Time your visit and bring your primary/elementary child from 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm for some in-store fun! • GCPS suggested and required reading lists will be conveniently displayed throughout the store. • Can’t get to the store on the 6th, no worries shop online. Shop at BN.COM/bookfairs from June 6th – 11th and enter Bookfair ID #12142469 at checkout. Share this online

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Dine Anthony’s Coal Fire Pizza

Make sure when you order you tell Anthony’s you are with Garden City Schools! Need more information? Visit http://bit.ly/gcptaread Take time to explore schools lists with your child and family before you hit the store or shop online. We have provided you quick links to the Barnes & Noble website for easing online shopping for grades 3 - 12. • 6/6, T - Dine in or take out from Anthony’s Coal Fire Pizza • 6/6, T - GCPTA Bookfair at B&N at Carle Place from 4:30 to 7:30 pm • 6/6-11, T-Su - Shop online at BN.com/bookfairs with Bookfair ID #12142469

Upcoming GC PTA Events:

Staff Appreciation Luncheons showed true appreciation. Thank you to all who donated to make these luncheons so special! Final school PTA Meetings and Thank You Breakfasts: All Meetings begin at 9:30 am unless noted. 5/31, W - Locust School 6/1, Th - Stewart School: Thank You Breakfast AND General Membership Vote for the use of PTA grant funds to provide STEAM supplies to Stewart School.

6/2, F - Stratford School: Thank You Breakfast AND General Membership Vote to approve 2017-18 Preliminary PTA Budget. 6/6, T - Homestead School

Upcoming GCPS Events:

5/29, M - Memorial Day Parade with marching bands from Elementary, Middle, and High School at 10:00 am Attention Primary Parents 5/31, W - Hemlock First Grade Field Day at 11:00 am (rain date: 6/1, Th)

Attention Elementary Parents

5/30-5/31, T-W - 4th and 8th Grade Students only - NYSSMA Area 6 at Chaminade 5/30-6/2, T-F - 4th and 8th Grade Students only NYS Science Performance Assessment 6/1, Th - Stratford 5th Grade Select Chorus at 9:00 am

Attention 8th Grade Parents

5/30, T - Science Research Symposium in the GCHS Library at 7:00 pm 5/30-5/31, T-W - 4th and 8th Grade Students only - NYSSMA Area 6 at Chaminade 5/30-6/2, T-F - 4th and 8th Grade Students only NYS Science Performance Assessment

Attention High School Parents

5/30, T - Science Research Symposium in the GCHS Library at 7:00 pm

5/31, W - GCHS Senior Awards (recipients notified by mail) in auditorium at 7:00 pm 6/1, Th - GCHS’s “Evening at the Pops” at 7:00 pm

May is Melanoma/Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention Month

The unofficial kick-off to summer is this weekend. The Garden City Pool has complimentary sunscreen and informational posters from Mollie’s Fund to remind us it’s easy to practice safe sun: Wear sunglasses and protective clothing Stay away from tanning beds Limit your exposure to the midday sun Use and reapply sunscreen of 30+ SPF Look out for moles that change in size or appearance.

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Who We Are

Since 1945, the Garden City Parent Teacher Association has been dedicated to serving

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

Men’s Health Seminar: Let’s keep our Dads alive

Men and their loved ones are invited to attend a seminar on how to improve their health and lifestyle by attending NYU Winthrop Hospital’s 2017 Men’s Health Seminar on Saturday, June 17. The event will be held from 8 AM to 4:15 PM at the Garden City Hotel, 45 7th Street in Garden City. The seminar will include a number of lectures and workshops for men and women, addressing conditions such as prostate cancer, prevention of heart disease, stroke and cancer, sexual dysfunc-

tion, diabetes and high blood pressure, and more. Parallel tracks of workshops are being offered in the afternoon, with an opportunity for attendees to choose which sessions they would like to attend. Participants will also be encouraged to engage in interactive “Ask the Doctor” sessions. The Keynote speaker is Joel Fuhrman, MD, board-certified family physician, six-time New York Times best-selling author and President of the Nutritional Research

Foundation, who will explain the benefits of good nutrition during the morning session. Dr. Fuhrman is an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and natural healing, who specializes in preventing and reversing disease through nutritional methods. Some of his books include “The End of Dieting”; “How to Live for Life, Eat to Live Cookbook” and “The End of Diabetes.” The Course Director for the event is Aaron E. Katz, MD, Chairman of the Department

of Urology at NYU Winthrop Hospital. In addition to hosting “Katz’s Corner,” a weekly call in radio show which focuses on Men’s Health, broadcasted every Sunday morning at 7am on 77 WABC radio, Dr. Katz is an internationally recognized leader in the field of minimally invasive therapies for prostate cancer. He is an advocate of, and practices, integrative medicine, which combines the best scientific advances of conventional medicine with traditional and scientifically validated alternative therapies. Dr. Katz

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will be joined by a panel of experts to offer an informative, interactive seminar for the community. The fee for the event is $50 per attendee and includes a continental breakfast, lunch and two refreshment breaks. For questions concerning the event, please contact Kate Owens, Meeting Coordinator, at (516) 663-2316 or kowens@ nyuwinthrop.org To register or for a complete list of speakers & the agenda for the day, please visit www.menshealthseminar.com

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With the moto, “Service Above Self,” Rotary is the world’s largest service organization of business and professional leaders. A special benefit of membership in one of the more than 34,000 Clubs throughout the world is that no matter where a member may visit – another state, town or country, he or she will be welcomed to attend area club meetings. Each Rotary club focuses on various service projects. Incorporated in 1925, the Mineola-Garden City Rotary Club focuses on several services. One is RotaCare which makes possible free medical services for those in the most need and without insurance. The club created RotaCare in 1992, and throughout the 25 years since, members have

devoted hours upon hours in volunteer efforts to sustain the continuing success of this invaluable program. The Club has also participated in the Gift of Life Program which provides lifesaving surgery to children from all over the world. It awards scholarships to Garden City and Mineola High School students with focus on service, and supports the Rotary Leadership Program (RYLA) for young students on Long Island. Each year, the Club provides dictionaries for every third grader in Garden City’s elementary schools. Club volunteers support the Salvation Army with its bell-ringing project during the holiday season. Other charitable causes are supported from time-to-time when feasible. Additionally, for

the pasts 27 years, Rotary has honored individuals with its coveted “Community Service Award.” Did you know you are welcome to join the MineolaGarden City Rotary Club? The Club holds lunch meetings every other Monday throughout the year, 12:15 1:30, at the Garden City Hotel. Featured are noteworthy speakers from a cross section of professions who provide information on various topics. From time-to-time, a meeting is scheduled whereby Club members may speak about their individual businesses, activities and/or life experiences. Such a meeting was held this past Monday, May 22. Seventeen Rotarians each spoke for two minutes about their businesses or interesting

life stories. Prospective members are invited to attend a complimentary introductory lunch meeting. For more information about the Club and to arrange for attendance, please call Susan MacDonald at (516) 643-5286.

Join with Rotary in honoring Bobby Menges

Join Rotary on Thursday evening, June 15, for a cocktail party, 6 - 8 p.m., at the Mercer School on the Cathedral Close, 65 Fourth St., Garden City, N.Y. The Club will present its’s coveted Community Achievement Award to Bobby Menges . This award commemorates the spirit of volunteerism, commitment and contributions to the Village o

Rotarians meet to speak about respective businesses or life experiences.

Garden City and beyond. When he was five, Bobby was diagnosed with stage IV neuroblastoma, a rare and aggressive pediatric cancer. Despite his numerous and chronic health issues, Bobby has devoted much of his time and perseverance to community service and fundraising in his myriad efforts to help pediatric cancer patients. Advance reservations are required by June 12 at $75 each; tables of 10, $700; $35 for students 21 and under. To register or pay by credit card, visit www. RotaryCSA.Eventbrite. com. For sponsorships, Electronic Journal ads and more information, call Susan MacDonald , Club president at (516) 643-5286.

Bobby Menges, Comm. Service Award recipient.

Garden City artist receives award in Manhattan exhibition BY MATTHEW ARMOND

Lillian Forziat and Peter Rossi

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“Waiting for the 5:24,” an oil painting by local artist Lillian Forziat, was one of only sixty five paintings that were accepted by jury into the American Artists’ Professional League’s (AAPL) Landscape, Seascape and Streetscape exhibition. This work by Ms. Forziat depicts one of the local railroad stations during a late winter evening. Lengthening shadows stretch across lonely empty platforms, a quiescent scene soon perhaps to be filled with bustling activity, if only briefly. It is a familiar scene to those of us in the village who wander up to the platforms while we await the return of our loved ones after their day’s toil. The AAPL was established in 1928 by

members of the prestigious Salmagundi Club to advance the cause of the fine arts in America, through the promotion of high standards of beauty, integrity and craftsmanship in painting, sculpture and graphic arts. The Salmagundi Club, housed in a historic brownstone mansion in Greenwich Village on Fifth Avenue, was formed in 1871, and is one of the oldest fine art organizations in the United States. So, it is a singular honor and distinction that a jury of fine art experts presented Lillian Forziat an Award of Honorable Mention for “Waiting for the 5:24.” This painting and many of her other paintings can be viewed on her web site; www. lillianforziat.com.

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Ballet students to attend summer intensive programs

Congratulations to Classical School of Ballet LI students! Carolyn Zettel-Augustyn, director of Classical School of Ballet LI (CSB) and faculty are pleased to announce numerous

Kalei Bremer

Kalei Bremer, accepted to American Ballet Theater’s (ABT) ballet intensive in Alabama. Kalei, a Garden City resident has successfully completed Level 3B ABT Ballet Exam at Classical School of Ballet LI, Garden City.

Aimee Gallagher

Aimee Gallagher, accepted to Joffrey, ballet intensive in NYC. Aimee is a West Hempstead resident and has successfully completed Level 3B ABT Ballet Exam at Classical School of Ballet LI, Garden City.

student acceptanes through auditions to summer professionally-based ballet intensives. Classical School of Ballet LI was established in Garden City in 2011.

Kerin Debany

Kerin Debany, accepted to American Ballet Theatre (ABT), ballet intensive in Alabama. Kerin is a Garden City resident and has successfully completed Level 3B ABT Ballet Exam at Classical School of Ballet LI, Garden City.

Fallon Regan

Fallon Regan, accepted to Burklyn Ballet, ballet intensive in Vermont. Fallon is a Wantagh resident and has successfully completed Level 2 ABT Ballet Exam at Classical School of Ballet LI, Garden City.

Carolyn Zettel-Augustyn, the director of Classical School of Ballet LI has a long history of teaching and directing as she had a successful school for 25 years in Canada prior to coming

Lindsey Castor

Lindsey Castor, accepted to American Ballet Theatre’s (ABT), ballet intensive in Texas. Lindsey, a Garden City resident has successfully completed Level 3B ABT Ballet Exam at Classical School of Ballet LI, Garden City.

Hannah Collins

Hannah Collins, accepted to Joffrey, ballet intensive in NYC. Hannah is a Garden City resident and has successfully completed Level 3B ABT Ballet Exam at Classical School of Ballet LI.

to NY to be with her husband, Frank Augustyn, Chair of the Department of Dance, Adelphi University.

Taylor Davis

Taylor Davis, accepted to Burklyn Ballet, ballet intensive in Vermont. Taylor is a West Islip resident.

Isabella Craven

Isabella Craven, accepted to American Ballet Theatre’s (ABT), ballet intensive in Alabama. Isabella is a Melville resident and has successfully completed Level 3B ABT Ballet Exam at Classical School of Ballet LI, Garden City. Isabella will also be attending Nutmeg Conservatory, ballet intensive, in Connecticut once she returns from ABT.

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Mothers Day at Community Church Nursery School

Mothers’ Day is always special at Community Church Nursery School. The children made beautiful, keepsake gifts for their moms. They also created placements and stories about their mothers. Some of the stories were quite amusing. Each child dictated the answers to the teacher with a “fill-in” answer with “All About Mom.” One boy wrote that his mom was 20 years old. A little girl said that her mom likes to sleep & another boy wrote that his mom is special because she also went to CCNS. Lastly, one student said that the best thing his 80-year-old mom cooks is couscous! And of course, his mom, like all the moms is special because he loves her! The two- and three-year-old classes

invited their mothers to come to their class to share a special treat that they have created. The four-year-old classes invited their moms to a Mother’s Day Tea, complete with gifts, personalized cards and hand-made corsages! They were served delicious food and were serenaded by the children with Mother’s Day songs. The Community Church Nursery School has a nurturing, child-friendly environment for the education of young children. There are limited openings in the two-, three-, and fouryear-old classes. Call 516-746-1756 or visit www.gcnurseryschool.com for more information or to schedule a tour. Visit on Facebook at “Garden City Community Church Nursery School.”

Photos by Suzie Alvey

“Skidamarinky Dinky Do” song.

Sharing a puzzle. Happy Mother’s Day!

Flowers for mom.

Swing time.

Fun facts about mom.

Mrs. Muscarella & Mrs. Rosano, teachers at CCNS.

Playing together.

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Bear Scouts three top racers

Garden City Cub Scouts from Pack 7 recently held its annual Raingutter Regatta during their April Pack Night where each Cub Scout raced his boat at top speed. The Raingutter Regatta is another one of Pack 7â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s banner events that the Scouts eagerly look forward to each year. About a month prior to the event, each scout receives a balsa wood kit to build his own sailboat that he races at the Regatta using his own breath for power. The Regatta races take place in separate water-filled rain gutter race courses made available to the different ranks of Scouts: Tigers, Wolves, Bears, and Webelos. The boats are quick and fun to assemble. The Scouts glue the sail and other parts into the hull, do some sanding and painting, and their wind-powered boats are ready to race! The event was led by Cub Master Marc Mehlman. The evening started with off in typical fashion with a flag ceremony. Assistant Leaders Keith Friedman and Sean Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Brien explained to the Scouts the rules and order of events. Other parents volunteered at several stations set up around the perimeter of the venue to enhance the experience for the Scouts. Pack 7 provided Pirate bandannas and there was a face painting station as well as a tattoo station to get the boys into the spirit of the seas. The races are based on a round robin type of competition where each Scout is able to race multiple times. There were 1st, 2nd and 3rd place prizes for each rank and also a prize for Most Original Design as well as Overall Best Design. The Tiger winners were: Noah Mehlman, Colton Mack, & Crosby Kraus. The Wolf winners were Alexander Mingoia Murphy, Aidan Pascale, and Gregory Buccella. The Bear Winners were Ryan Hannify, Chris Dell and Chase Kraus. The Webelos winners were: Michael Tusiani Eng, Marc Tosi & Thomas Hong. The objective of the Raingutter Regatta is for Scouts to learn simple tool and woodworking skills to build their vessels and have fun racing them with their friends as they blow their hearts out to win. Pack 7 is open to all boys in grades 1 to 5. It offers time for parent-child bonding while sharing unique fun adventures and teaches life skills with laughter and fun. Other Pack 7 events include: Pinewood Derby, Long Island Ducks Game, Annual Overnight Trip, Annual Campfire Night at Christopher Morley Park, Blue and Gold Banquet and more. For more information, please contact Cub Master Marc Mehlman at marc.mehlman@gmail.com

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Pack 7 holds annual Raingutter Regatta

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AP Government students attend Presidential Forum On March 16th, 40 students from Mr. Kevin O’Hagan’s Advanced Placement Government classes attended Hofstra’s Spring 2017 Presidential Forum. Former Governor & Presidential Candidate Howard Dean and Republican Political Strategist Ed Rollins were the commentators. Anna Reilly and Lauren Treanor, two winners of Hofstra’s Presidential Essay Contest, were invited back for a special “One Hundred Days” round-table discussion where they met Dean and Rollins & were presented with certificates.

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Tenaya Lodge Provides Luxury Lodging Resort Experience at Gateway to Yosemite National Park BY KAREN RUBIN, ERIC LEIBERMAN & SARAH FALTER

The description of the Tenaya Lodge nightly Flashlight Hike sounded very tame. A mile-loop in the woods surrounding the resort. Indeed, it is designed for families. But shortly after starting out from the Lodge, flashlights in hand, as the dusk turned to darkness and any light that would have come from the lodge faded as we walked deeper into the forest, we realize this is really an adventure! Amanda, our guide, introduces her-

self as a wilderness kid – she grew up in Yosemite National Park, literally next door to the Tenaya Lodge (the Yosemite South Gate is just 2 miles down the road), where her parents both worked, and she has guided horseback riding trips and skiing. Her commentary is absolutely fascinating. At the start, she introduces us to ”widow makers” (no joke: the branches that can break off these tall trees and kill), with the moral to the lesson, “Be aware of your surroundings.” See page D2

USAF Thunderbirds to Headline Memorial Day Weekend Bethpage Air Show at Jones Beach, Long Island BY KAREN RUBIN The US Air Force Thunderbirds will headline the annual Memorial Day weekend Bethpage Air Show at Jones Beach, Long Island, flying the thrilling red, white and blue F-16s. the event takes place at Jones Beach State Park, Saturday May 27 and Sunday May 28, noon to 5 pm (get there early to get parking). This year’s air show marks the return of the American Airpower Museum Warbirds, which present historic aircraft in a moving display. A personal favorite is the GEICO Skytypers Airshow Team, a flight squadron of six vintage WWII era U.S.

Navy SNJ-2 trainers . The team performs a thrilling, low-altitude, precision-formation flying demonstration filling the sky and coming from all directions (even right at each other) to provide spectators a unique viewing experience while showcasing the tactics and maneuvers utilized during training during WWII. The airshow traditionally kicks off with a ceremonial parachute drop by a representative of the US Army Parachute Team, the Golden Knights (who return later in the show for a full program), delivering the American flag to a tiny target on Jones Beach, parachuting from an altitude of 12,500 ft, at speed of 120 mph. The

whole team then returns for a demonstration performance. The line-up also includes many

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We also learn that trees are like people; that the trees in the forest (Tenaya Lodge is nestled between Yosemite and the Sierra National Forest) have a 600year life expectancy; that the famous giant sequoias can live 1000 years and as large as they are, they come from a seed the size of a splinter inside a golfball-sized cone that only opens once it has been exposed to fire. The wood is mostly fire resistant and insect repellant and lumbering companies would have cut them down but for pioneering conservationist John Muir who convinced President Theodore Roosevelt to protect Yosemite and turn it into the nation’s first national park. Native peoples used acorns as a source of food, and turned pine needles into a medicinal tea. She shows us a log that has been “damaged” by a bear pulling out insects (it eats 10,000 insects, or about 5 lbs worth). We shine our flashlights onto a white thorn bush, where, she says, mule deer hide their young to protect from mountain lion; the babies stay until they hear their mother. By the light of our flashlights, we cross over a plank over a tiny stream, climb over a fallen tree trunk. At one point Amanda points to a pile of dead wood and warns, “Don’t go into it- rattlesnakes like to play there.” Rattlesnakes, I think to myself??? She shows us where trees have been destroyed by Bark beetle – the tree stops making sap, dries out, and has no protection. “These are ‘one match trees’ – very flammable,” she adds. And she tells us something that we find very helpful when we are out on our own hiking, “moss only grows on the north side of tree.” We feel like we are true outdoorspeople. Towards the end of the hike, we come to a place where the trees, lifting up to the sky, open up, giving us an expansive view of a billion stars. A boy exclaims, “I’ve never seen the sky like this.” Amanda says that when we see the stars, we are seeing deep into the past – it takes 1000 years for light to come to earth; sunlight is 8 minutes behind. “The Indians felt that sky was blanket over earth, raven poked holes to see sun... Anytime I am feeling bothered, I just look up.” This is just one of the activities available at Tenaya Lodge, and I would say it is a must – book in advance because it fills up; in winter, they offer a Snowshoe Flashlight Tour which must be sensational. Actually, this was our second hike of

Our hike is rewarded with stunning view of the waterfall, full after record winter snows, in the late afternoon light; Tenaya Lodge is promoting “Waterfall Season” this spring © 2017 Karen Rubin/ goingplacesfarandnear.com

the day, since arriving in the afternoon at Tenaya Lodge, which is located in Fish Camp, California, a 3 ½ hour drive (200 miles) from San Francisco. Shortly after our arrival, we quickly drop off our luggage in our room, get directions from the concierge, and set out for a hike that starts from the resort’s entrance, up a logging road, about 2 ½ miles to a waterfall. The hike is perfect to acclimate ourselves to the 5,200 ft. elevation. We immediately fill our lungs with rejuvenating pure air, and recharge with the rhythm of a rushing creek. It is so early in the season, there is still snow on sections of the trail, making the rushing creek and waterfall all the more dramatic. We are supposed to turn off at a green building, but actually overshoot (it turns out it isn’t a building, but rather a water management shed with solar panels on it). Retracing our steps, and calculating for the time until dusk, we (bravely) go through a fence, walk past a decaying wood cabin and come to where the trail narrows significantly, following along a canal on one side. There are spots where you can hear and see a rushing stream and distant sound of the waterfall. Following along, we come to a wonderful waterfall. By now, the late afternoon sun is like liquid gold spreading over everything. Enchanting. We make our way back to the lodge with minutes to spare before joining the 8 pm Flashlight Hike. Four Diamond Luxury Faithful to Rustic Environs The Tenaya Lodge is a four-diamond luxury resort with every manner of amenity that nonetheless manages to be faithful to its rustic environs. It is named for Chief Tenaya, of the Miwok tribe of Indians who lived mostly along the foothills of the Sierras. The Lodge is just two miles from the South Gate of Yosemite National Park, the most popular entrance (it provides year-round access to the park). The lodge makes every accommodation for the guests who will almost certainly find their way into Yosemite for hiking (they even have the moleskin package that is a lifesaver when you are getting a blister); the Deli, that is surprisingly well-stocked. There is where you can pre-order lunch so you can grab it on your way out the door to hike (really a good idea so you don’t have to find your way to a restaurant in Yosemite). Tenaya offers a few different dining options, accommodating late-night dining (which helps when you have been hiking in Yosemite all day).

The Sierra Restaurant where we enjoy fuel up on a lavish buffet breakfast before a day of hiking, is a casual restaurant serving breakfast and dinner, with convenient hours to accommodate guests. Just next door (and providing overflow space at breakfast) is Jackalopes Bar & Grill serving lunch and dinner (conveniently, until very late) Embers is an upscale, fine dining restaurant which covets a quiet atmosphere (no children), serving a leisurely two to three-hour meal, where they even make salads in front of you. There is also a pizzeria in the cottages and in season, there is an appropriately named Summerdale restaurant, that is open seasonally off-site, that serves BBQ. We settle into the cozy leather sofas

in the expansive lobby, complete with stone fireplace and mounted deer head, like a true rustic lodge, and order items from Jackolopes for a very relaxing latenight snack. I love the Native American/ western décor, and the exquisite photos of Yosemite Park that decorate the walls all through the hotel. The four-diamond Tenaya Lodge is one of the most luxurious resort properties in proximity to Yosemite, and offers 297 guestrooms, suites and cottages. Tenaya Lodge was originally built 1990; but acquired in 2001 by Delaware North, a vast global hospitality company which, among other things, manages lodgings and concessions in several national parks including the Grand Canyon and Yellowstone national parks and manages Kennedy Space Center Visitors Complex. Delaware North

invested $5 million in significant renovations which were completed last year (www.delawarenorth.com). Among the innovations are stunning Garden Suites, designed by Piccini Group, SF with a prevailing white Scandinavian modern design, designed to be quiet (so you can understand why adults-only and no pets, though other rooms are pet-friendly). Contemporary suites have a native décor and new “spa rooms” are lavish. There are also several stand-alone cottages (that were acquired in 2008) that have up to three bedrooms (refrigerator, no kitchen). The lodge has plans to build two-bedroom cabins. Tenaya Lodge is a true resort with every manner of amenity. Delaware North opened Ascent Spa, 10,000 sq ft, with 12 treatment rooms, a relaxation

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room (you can order sushi, drinks), a mud bath, group relaxation room, and couples massage room. (Spring spa specials: Receive a complimentary glass of champagne with any 60 or 90-minute spa treatment; a new spring Parafango Slimming Body Treatment “detoxifies and slims the body.”) There is also a fitness center with sauna, Olympic-size lap swimming indoor pool, an outdoor pool, archery, rock climbing wall, arcade. There is a robust schedule of activities like the nighttime Flashlight Hike and Paint & Wine evenings (Thur. & Sat. 7-9, $55 pp), plus special events and activities, like yoga on the patio overlooking the forest. (A resort fee covers fitness room, sauna, fitness room but See page D5

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Graduation Day Is One Terrific Day! BY CLAIRE LYNCH Graduation Day is here and it is a very important time for those new graduates to accept the applause and take a bow for a job well done. Meeting all of the requirements for a college degree, and persevering through thick and thin, isn’t easy and like many of life’s major goals, making Graduation Day a reality is something to be commended. To all of you who are getting your associate’s degree, your college degree and your graduate degree, I offer my heartiest congratulations! It is a time to celebrate. Before I graduated from Hofstra University, the graduation tassel was on the right side of my mortarboard. Once I graduated, I moved the tassel over to the left after I shook the hand of the person who granted me my diploma. The graduation tassel is a symbol of success. Some believe the reason why we place the tassel on the right is because we have earned the right to graduate. Moving the tassel to the left after graduating is symbolic of crossing over from college to another stage in our lives. I was very proud on Graduation Day because I chose something to major in that I was wildly proud of – English – and then went for it. There were obstacles to overcome along the way such as the flu in my freshman year, the flat tire on my car as I drove to take a final exam and the alarm clock that didn’t go off on the day that I really needed it to. But sometimes the obstacles made me even more determined. I was focused and determined and nothing was going to stop me. I had set a personal goal and getting my degree meant the world to me.

I studied hard in high school and often thought about where I would go to college – and what I would major in. Tossing several ideas around with family and friends, I asked their opinions about what strengths and weaknesses I had – about what they thought I would be good at. One person said I would make a good accountant, another said a finance manager, another said librarian and another person said teacher. Taking all of their opinions into consideration, I discussed my options with some close friends and in time I finally made up my mind. There was a deadline, after all. Colleges want to know who is accepting their offer to enroll and who is declining so they know who’s attending. I wanted to go away to college but not too far away. I wanted to experience dormitory living and meet people from all different states. I thought about the job market and what would be realistic for someone graduating four years later. There was a lot to consider. Connecticut’s Fairfield University is where I went and I became an accounting major. I met students from all over and my professors had varied backgrounds, too, and that was good for broadening my horizons. I asked them lots of questions and enjoyed hearing about their many experiences. After a year of taking accounting classes I decided to switch my major to English and for someone who had been working on the school newspaper since the age of 13, that wasn’t a surprise to many people. I found that choosing something to major in, that is, choosing something that I was passionate about, made a big difference. I spent two years in Connecticut and moved back to Long Island to finish my bachelor’s degree at Hofstra University where I was a commuter.

I met new classmates and new professors and learned lots of new things. As I finished my college years I got my resume together and prepared for job interviews in my field. Some of my teachers and staff members gave me tips on preparing for the job interviews and that was enormously helpful. After graduating I went out in that great big world of Manhattan and competed with others for jobs in my field. I put on my best professional clothes, gathered my published samples to show prospective employers, loaded up my briefcase with summaries of my accomplishments and took the L.I.R.R. to Manhattan. Some managers sat behind their big wooden desks and pored over my resume, deciding if my experiences would be useful at their firms. Others perched on the end of their desks and asked me questions about what I thought the perfect job was and how I would fit into their management teams. Others asked if I considered myself a team player and still others wondered if I am creative and often think “out of the box.” (Yes!) During college I worked part-time laying out newspapers but I wanted a full-time job with benefits. After interviewing at a few places, I got a job I wanted and was proud of myself for

getting it. I heard a story recently that reminded me of the transition between people’s college years and going out into the world. The story is about how a little eagle, an eaglet, grows up and leaves the mother’s nest. After the eaglets get to a certain size (maturity) everything changes! One day the mother eagle comes back from being gone, but this time there’s no food in her beak, and she doesn’t land on the edge of the nest. Instead, she hovers over the nest. (eagleflight.org) An eagle can do almost what a hummingbird can do. Even though they are big birds, they can remain almost motionless in mid-air with those great wings just flapping in the breeze. They do this about three feet above the nest. I’m sure if little eagles could talk to one another one would certainly say, “My, what strong wings Mommy has.” The mother is demonstrating that those appendages on the babies’ backs have a useful function. Eagles, of course, were meant to fly, but they don’t know that. If we take an eagle and separate it at birth from its parents, it will never learn to fly. It will just grovel around in the dirt like a chicken. It might even look up and see eagles See page D5

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Government Pension Offset Law Not About to Change BY TOM MARGENAU

Over the past 17 years that I have been doing this column, I have written about 50 columns dealing with the Social Security offsets that impact some state and local government employees who work at jobs not covered by Social Security. In many ways, I don’t like discussing this topic because it impacts just a small percentage of my readers. To put it another way, the vast majority of people in this country work at jobs in which Social Security taxes are deducted from their paychecks. Less than 10 percent of Americans work at jobs not covered by Social Security. But they are a very vocal minority who have been misled over the years into thinking that the government is out to con them out of Social Security benefits. I will use today’s column to show just the opposite is true. Q: I recently retired at the age of 62. I had been a teacher in California for much of my working life. As such, I did not pay into Social Security. I paid into the California State Teacher’s Retirement System. I now get a STRS pension of $2,275 per month. My 72-year-old husband is getting $2,150 per month in Social Security retirement benefits. What really bothers me is the law that says that because of my teacher’s pension, I won’t be able to get any of his Social Security when he dies. When will they repeal this terrible offset law? A: I don’t think they ever will repeal that law. Nor should they. And your question provides a classic example of how the public pension offset laws have been misunderstood. What you will learn by the end of my answer is that those laws actually help you. They will be giving you a Social Security benefit that 90 percent of working people in this country do not get. Now let me explain. Ever since the beginning of Social Security, the law has always said that a Social Security retirement benefit offsets any benefits you might be due on a spouse’s Social Security account. And that offset is 100 percent -- or dollar for dollar. For example, let’s say that instead of getting a teacher’s retirement pension of $2,275, you were instead getting a Social Security retirement pension of $2,275. And then let’s say your husband died. You would not be due any widow’s benefits because 100 percent of your own Social Security benefit, or all $2,275 of it, would be used to offset your potential widow’s benefit of $2,150. A big part of the reason that dollar for dollar offset law has always been in place is because Social Security spousal benefits are classified as “dependent” benefits. In other words, you must be financially dependent on your husband before you could claim wife’s or widow’s benefits on his account. Because you had your

own job, and your own pension, you do not meet that dependency test. But for many, many years, teachers and other retirees getting non-Social Security pensions jumped through one of the biggest loopholes in Social Security’s legislative history. They were able to get their government retirement pension AND they were able to get full dependent’s benefits from their spouse’s Social Security account. Nobody else got such a deal. Just teachers and police officers and other public employees in those 10 percent of jobs that were not covered by Social Security. About 30 years ago, Congress recognized that was simply not fair. So they passed the Government Pension Offset law. And what that law simply says is that teacher’s retirement pensions, police retirement pensions and all other noncovered government retirement pensions should be treated just like Social Security retirement pensions. They should be used to offset any benefits you might be due on a spouse’s Social Security account. But the GPO law actually cuts teachers and other government employees a huge break. Instead of a 100 percent offset that applies to all Social Security retirees, the law imposes only a 66 percent offset. Or what the law actually says is that an amount equal to twothirds of your teacher’s pension will be used to offset any Social Security spousal benefits you are due from your husband. You said you get a teacher’s pension of $2,275. Two-thirds of that is about $1,516, and only that amount will be deducted from future widow’s benefits. So if your husband died tomorrow, you’d get your $2,275 teacher’s pension and you’d get $634 in widow’s benefits from Social Security. I hope you understand the deal you are getting because of the Government Pension Offset law. If you had been getting Social Security retirement instead of a teacher’s retirement, you would get zero dollars in widow’s benefits. But with the GPO law, you will get $634 per month. What has always puzzled me is how so many teachers and other government employees have worked themselves into lather over the government pension offset law. They are constantly demanding that it be repealed because they think they are being cheated out of benefits that everyone else gets. When in actuality, the law offers them benefits that most other Americans can’t get. This is one of two offset laws that get government employees so riled up. The other law is called the Windfall Elimination Provision. Many people who spend the bulk of their careers working at jobs not covered by Social Security have spent some time at other jobs where Social Security taxes were deducted from their paychecks. If they

do that for at least 10 years, they will qualify for a small Social Security retirement check. And the WEP law reduces that even further. Those impacted by this law think they are being singled out for Social Security reductions that no one else must endure. But once again, what they don’t understand is that the WEP law

simply treats them the same way everyone else on Social Security is treated. I just don’t have the space left in this column to explain that. But I will in an upcoming column. If you have a Social Security question, Tom Margenau has the answer. Contact him at thomas.margenau@comcast.net. COPYRIGHT 2017 CREATORS.COM

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Tenaya Lodge Provides Luxury Lodging Resort Experience at Gateway to Yosemite National Park C ontinued from page D3 everything else is a la carte, though there are package offerings.) In winter, there is an enchanting 3,000-sq. ft. outdoor covered ice skating pavilion (skate rentals available), which in summer becomes suitable for weddings and events. There is a fire pit (you can order drinks to come down); s’mores kits; a sledding hill and a kiddie slope. Winter activities also include kids snowmobiling, horse-drawn sleigh rides, snowshoe nature hike, skiing at Badger Pass, California’s original ski resort. Spring, summer and fall activities include mountain biking, guided hikes, guided rock-climbing excursion, fly-fishing excursion, fishing, Yosemite Valley tours, steam train rides, Summerdale BBQ, gold panning, Bass Lake water sports, golf, horseback riding, white-water rafting. They also offer supervised kids programs, like an adventure camp. (There’s a daily activity schedule.) Tenaya Lodge is really family friendly (ideal for multi-generational getaways, family reunions, weddings and family events). When you check in, there is a special place for children to check in (a short staircase to the reception desk); and they go all out for holidays like Christmas and Easter (when we are there); on Easter Sunday, there was a petting zoo and pony rides. It’s also delightful for all the seating areas where families can gather. Extremely popular for weddings and functions, Tenaya Ledge has a ballroom that can accommodate up to 850 and 12 meeting rooms. For the same reason it is so well suited for family gatherings, Tenaya Lodge is ideal for meetings and corporate outings (there is a whole list of special activities that can be built in for groups, from rock climbing classes and whitewater rafting excursions, to culinary classes and competitions, guided fly-fishing trips and group geo-challenges). Notably, Tenaya Lodge won LEED Silver building certification. (I note that there are 8 Tesla charging stations for electric cars outside). Nearby Activities There are any number of activities just beyond the Tenaya Lodge door, which the lodge can pre-arrange: In winter, the lodge offer snowshoeing; in warm weather they offer mountain biking on its own forest trails, while a short drive away, the Sierra National Forest offers some of the finest single-track riding anywhere, from easy

to technical. (The concierge can provide detailed maps.). Half-day and full-day bike rentals available for adults and kids ready to explore the forest trails. A short distance down the road is Miller’s Landing which has fishing; horseback riding is also nearby. We came just a little too early in the season to experience the Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad. a one-hour, narrated excursion through the Sierra National Forest on historic narrow gauge Shay locomotives over tracks once used for logging trains at the turn of the century. The ride travels over four miles on the historic Madera Sugar Pine Railroad. There is a brief stopover in the Lewis Creek Canyon to see the locomotive up close, or explore the outdoors before your return trip to the station. You travel along the historic right-ofway of the Madera Sugar Pine Railroad where mighty lumberjacks felled the timber and flumes carried the lumber to the town of Madera. The conductor tells of the history of the line, the trees, and the wildlife native to the area. The line operates two historic geared steam locomotives called Shays. Both locomotives were from the Westside Lumber Company in Tuolumne, California. These two locomotives represent the original shays that worked this line from 1874 to 1931. The original Madera Sugar Pine Shay locomotives burned wood for fuel, while our two Westside Shay locomotives burn oil. Shay #10 was built in 1928 and weighs in at 84 tons, while Shay #15 was built in 1913 and weighs 59 tons. They also demonstrate how to pan for gold (you get to keep it!). And you See page D6

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Kids wearing neon-glowing necklaces (as much to keep track of them, along with periodic coyote yells) examine Examining tree rings by flashlight for clues as to the A rustic motif is faithful to its Yosemite National Park a small seed by flashlight on the nightly walking tour in history of a tree’s life and the environment, © 2017 surroundings, but Tenaya Lodge offers four-diamond the forest around Tenaya Lodge © 2017 Karen Rubin/ luxury © 2017 Karen Rubin/ goingplacesfarandnear.com goingplacesfarandnear.com Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com C ontinued from page D5 can visit the Thornberry Museum which illustrates logging camp life at the turn of the century. There is also a three-hour Moonlight Special, which starts with a BBQ dinner before boarding the logger steam train for a ride to the campfire sing-a-long program hosted by the Sugar Pine Singers. At the conclusion of the evening, you will re-board the train for a memorable trip up the mountain in the night. Daily rides are available all summer. (The schedule varies seasonally and usually alternates with Jenny car rides.

Reservations recommended. Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad, 56001 Hwy 41 Fish Camp, CA 93623, 559 683 7273, Ymsprr.com; (www. tenayalodge.com/things-to-do/resort/ steam-train-rides. We have come to Tenaya Lodge for the express purpose of hiking in Yosemite National Park, but for non-hikers, non-DIYers, Tenaya Lodge offers a Yosemite Tour Package, via mini-bus, that includes lunch and narration, and guarantees waterfalls and wildlife and seeing the most popular sights of Yosemite. (Offered May 1-Nov. 30; from $575 spring, $685 summer, $555 fall; call 888-514-2167 or Tenaya Reservations directly at 559-692-8916). Other tours are available as well.

We were so fortunate to arrive as the winter snows were melting. Indeed, after almost five years of drought, the waterfalls are fuller than ever this year. Tenaya Lodge is offering special Waterfall Season Hot Dates, now through June 26. (Go to https://www.tenayalodge.com/ packages/hot-date-deals for promo code to get the special rate). Tenaya Lodge (like Yosemite) is very much a four-season resort (the South Gate, the most popular entrance to Yosemite, is open yearround), 55 miles north of Fresno Yosemite International Airport, 3 ½ hours drive from San Francisco Bay area and 4 ½ hours from the Greater Lost Angeles Area. Tenaya Lodge, 1122 Highway 41, Fish Camp, CA 93623, 800-722-8584, tenayalodge.com.

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‘Stars in the Alley’ Free Outdoor Concert to Feature Performances from 20 Shows, June 2 This year’s Stars in the Alley will take place on Friday, June 2nd at 1 pm in Broadway’s legendary Shubert Alley, west of Seventh Avenue between 44th & 45th streets, rain or shine. Stars in the Alley is a free outdoor concert with live music, produced by the Broadway League and sponsored by United Airlines, that celebrates the end of the 2016-2017 Broadway season and adds to the festivities leading up to the 2017 Tony Awards.® The event will consist of performances from 21 musicals, including shows from this season as well as numbers from current long-running shows. “We’re counting down to the 71st Annual Tony Awards and this season Broadway has served up a buffet of fun, entertaining and magical productions,” says Charlotte St. Martin, President of the Broadway League, which produces the event. “Stars in the Alley welcomes everybody to join in the celebration and enjoy a little bit of all that Broadway has to offer, proving that there really is a show for everyone!” “For 20 years, United Airlines has

proudly partnered with New York’s iconic Broadway League and we look forward to marking this milestone with our customers and our employees many of whom are Broadway fans,” said Mark Krolick, Vice President of Marketing at United.“ “Stars in the Alley showcases the excitement of musical theater and the vibrancy of Times Square all at once. The opportunity to help bring great live music that is free to the public is the primary goal of the MPTF,” says Dan Beck Trustee, Music Performance Trust Fund. Participating musicals (to date) include: Aladdin, Anastasia, Bandstand, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, A Bronx Tale, Cats, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Chicago, Come From Away, Dear Evan Hansen, Groundhog Day the Musical, Kinky Boots, Miss Saigon, Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812, On Your Feet! The Story of Emilio & Gloria Estefan, The Phantom of the Opera, School of Rock the Musical, Sunset Boulevard, Waitress, War Paint, Wicked Appearances are also anticipated

from: Falsettos, Jitney, The Little Foxes, The Play That Goes Wrong, Six Degrees of Separation, and Sweat More details about Stars in the Alley to be announced soon! For Broadway information in NYC as well as for shows on tour across North America and internationally, visit Broadway.org. The concert takes place just nine days before the American Theatre Wing’s

71st Annual Tony Awards®. The ceremony will air on the CBS Television Network on Sunday, June 11, 2017 (8:0011:00 PM, ET/delayed PT) live from Radio City Music Hall in New York City. For more information on the Tony Awards, visit TonyAwards.com and Facebook. com/TheTonyAwards and follow @ TheTonyAwards on Instagram and Twitter.

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HEALTH Managing prediabetes or diabetes roblem, both in the United States and across the globe. In 2015, a study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association revealed that nearly 50 percent of adults living in the United States have diabetes or prediabetes, a condition marked by higher than normal blood glucose levels that are not yet high enough to be diagnosed as diabetes. Meanwhile, the World Health Organization reports that the global prevalence of diabetes figures to rise from 8 percent in 2011 to 10 percent by 2030. Preventing diabetes should be a priority for men, women and children, but management must take precedence for the millions of people who have already been diagnosed with prediabetes or diabetes. According to the American Heart Association, making healthy food choices is an essential step in preventing or managing diabetes. Making those choices can be difficult for those people who have never before paid much attention to their diets, but the AHA offers the following advice to people dealing with prediabetes or diabetes. • Limit foods that may worsen your condition. Some foods, including fiber-rich whole grains and fish like salmon that are high in omega-3 fatty acids, can help people with prediabetes or diabetes. But many more foods must be limited, if not largely ignored. Limit your consumption of sweets and added sugars, which can be found in soda, candy, cakes, and jellies. It’s also good to limit your sodium intake and resist fatty meats like beef and pork. • Document your eating habits. The AHA recom-

mends that people with prediabetes or diabetes maintain a food log to see how certain foods affect their blood glucose levels. Within 60 to 90 minutes of eating, check your blood glucose levels to see how your body reacts to the foods you eat. As your food log becomes more extensive, you will begin to see which foods match up well with your body and which foods you may want to avoid. • Plan your meals. Hectic schedules have derailed many a healthy lifestyle, but people who have been diagnosed with prediabetes or diabetes do not have the luxury of straying from healthy diets. Plan your meals in advance so your eating schedule is not erratic and your diet includes the right foods, and not just the most convenient foods. Bring lunch and a healthy snack to work with you each day rather than relying on fast food or other potentially unhealthy options in the vicinity of your office. • Embrace alternative ingredients. Upon being diagnosed with prediabetes or diabetes, many people assume they must abandon their favorite foods. But that’s not necessarily true. Many dishes can be prepared with alternative ingredients that are diabetes-friendly. In fact, the AHA has compiled a collection of diabetes-friendly recipes that can be accessed by visiting www.heart.org. A prediabetes or diabetes diagnosis requires change, but these conditions can be managed without negatively affecting patients’ quality of life.

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With: Excellent Communication, Organization and Time Management Skills The candidate must demonstrate high level skills in: • Microsoft Office and Typing • Data Entry • Project Management Hours are: Mon-Thurs: 8:00am-4:15pm • Friday: 8:00am-1:15pm • Benefits Available Interested candidates should submit resumes to: Elana Helfgott, Early Childhood Director

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ANNOUNCEMENTS MEETINGS Come and join us for an informative video & meet great people. Third Wednesday of the month. 7pm. Park City Diner, 101 Herricks Road, Garden City Park, NY 11040. The John Birch Society. JBS.org

MARKETPLACE INVITED SALES BY TRACY JORDAN Consignment Shoppe and Auction House Open 7 Days a Week Consignments by Appointment Monthly Live & Online Auctions Tag Sale, Appraisals and Estate Sale Services Complete House Cleanouts Moving Services Home Staging Services 839 Stewart Avenue Garden City, NY 11530 516-279-6378 www.invitedsales.com KILL BED BUGS & THEIR EGGS Buy Harris Bed Bug Killers/ KIT Complete Treatment System. Available at hardware stores, Home Depot, homedepot.com Try Harris Guaranteed Roach Killers too! MOVING SALE: Council Craftsman Mahogany Breakfront China Cabinet $3000. Tapestry Love Seat, Club Chair with Ottoman $900, Hutch $350. Bar Faucet Single Lever Bar “Herbeau” De Dion $350. Sink Bridge Style Satin Nickel Faucet $200. Queen A Upholstered Creme Chair $250. Cast Aluminum Outdoor Dining Table 8 Chair Dark Brown $1650. Wicker Chaise Lounge & Cocktail Table $150. Call for more info: 516-6616790

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ABE BUYS OLD STUFF

Danish, Modern, Lucite, Lamps, Tables, Paintings, & Chandeliers

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LOOKING TO BUY! Oriental items, clothing, art, old & modern furniture, estates, jewelry, silver, glassware, dishes, old photos, coins & stamps, flatware. Call George 718-3861104 or 917-775-3048 OLD TOOLS, toys, trains, coins, antiques, sterling, costume jewelry, clocks, watches. Pleasant and courteous treatment. In business over 54 years. Immediate payment. Immediate removal. 347-256-7981 TOP CASH PAID: JEWELRY, Furniture, Art, etc. Please call 718-598-3045 or 516-270-2128. www.iBuyAntiquesNYC.com WE BUY ANTIQUES Old rugs, silver, jewelry, diamonds, Chinese items, religious items. Call 516-331-1582. No Saturdays Please.

TAG SALE 12th ANNUAL FLEA MARKET Saturday, June 3, 9am—3pm Sponsored by: GARDEN CITY HISTORICAL SOCIETY 109 Eleventh St (on the grounds of the museum) Vendors will sell antique furniture, household items, jewelry & more! Admission is free. Lunch available. A.T. STEWART EXCHANGE CONSIGNMENT SHOP (rear of museum) open all day. Proceeds benefit Garden City Historical Society. 516-746-8900 gardencityhistoricalsociety.org

AVITAL GALLERY: Paintings, Royal Copenhagen, Rosenthal and more. Hours Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday 12-5 or by appointment. 770 Middle Neck Road, Great Neck, NY 11024. 516-528-9765 or 516-3045640 Free parking in back. WILLISTON PARK: “Bargains and Blessings” Thrift Shop at RESURRECTION CHURCH, 147 Campbell Avenue @Center Street. OPEN Thursdays 9:30am1pm and Saturdays 10am-2pm. 516-746-2257. EASTER ITEMS, jewelry, clothing, household items, etc. DONATIONS accepted Monday-Thursday 9am-1pm.

PETS PET SERVICES A GARDEN CITY ANIMAL LOVER doesn’t want to leave your precious pooch or fantastic feline alone all day. I’m reliable, dependable and will walk and feed your pet while you work or travel. Please call Cheryl at 516-505-9717 DO YOU HATE KENNELS? OR STRANGERS IN YOUR HOUSE? HOME AWAY FROM HOME will care for your dog in my Garden City home while you are away. Dog walking also available. Pet CPR & first Aid Certified. Numerous referrals and references. Limited availability. Book early! Annmarie 516-775-4256 MYA’S K9 CAMP Full Service Pet Care Professional Dog Training Grooming Boarding Walking GC Resident 516-382-5553

MARKETPLACE AUCTIONS

LIVE ONLINE WORLDWIDE AUCTION

Thursday, June 8th at 11:00 am Hosted by Invited Sales by Tracy Jordan

Previewing available for auction lots including many pieces of fine jewelry, artwork, trains, vintage, furs, rugs, furniture, crystal and signed collectibles. 4 Ways to Place Your Bid! •Online on the website •Live in person at the auction •Leaving a written left bid •Over the phone during the auction

Preview Online at www.invitedsales.com beginning Friday June 2nd or Live in the Auction Room at 839 Stewart Ave Garden City, NY 11530 Located directly behind the Garden Gourmet Deli

AUTOMOTIVE AUTO SERVICES DETTAGLIO DETAILING: Anthony Masia, Owner/Operator. Dependable, professional detailer, SUVs, vans, pick-ups also detailed at a higher price. We specialize in imports / Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi, Jaguar & Maserati. $10 off complete detail. Spring Wash & Wax Special $95/cars only. Coupons not to be combined. 631-612-7152. Check us out on Facebook.

REAL ESTATE FOR RENT APARTMENT FOR RENT GARDEN CITY BORDER APARTMENT: Huge bright 2 bedroom, 2 bath with large dining area, gated parking, laundry, A/C, hardwood floors, NO BROKER FEE, near LIRR. $1,970+ electric. Available approx. June 1 www.gcbapts.com or 516-742-1101

HOMES FOR RENT GARDEN CITY SOUTH Cape Cod, 3 Bedroom, 1 Bath, mid block. Washington St. School. Includes landscaping. No Pets, No Smoking. References. Call or text: 516-366-0614

OFFICE SPACE WILLISTON PARK 1300sf. office space avail on Hillside Ave. Prof building, parking lot, close to RR & parkways. Full commission paid. Call Tony 516248-4080.

VACATION RENTAL HAMPTON BAYS SUMMER RENTAL 1 block from Meschutt Beach. Close to all. 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath. Immaculate. June $4,900. July $7,800. References/Security required. Call/Text 516-724-5034

SARATOGA RACE TRACK SARATOGA SPRINGS NY COZY COTTAGES

2 BR, 1 BTH, 6 Wks $6500 1 Wk $1850 (2wk min) 2 BR, 1 BTH, 6 Wks $6350 1 Wk $1800 (2wk min)

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WOODLOCH LAKEHOUSE Sleeps 10. 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, Full Kitchen, Washer, Dryer, Lake, Pool, Boats, Use of Resort Facilities. Available week of 6/25-7/2 Asking $5,500 Call 516-483-0061

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE CONDO/CO-OP FOR SALE GARDEN CITY DOUBLEDAY CONDO FSBO 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bathrooms, 2,200 sf. 2015 new luxury construction. Open floorplan. 2 deeded garage, 24/7 concierge-security, gym, pool, lounge. Zillow listing: https://goo.gl/ybe836 Email: doubledaycondo@gmail.com Call: 347-871-4643

HOMES FOR SALE GARDEN CITY FOR SALE BY OWNER: Mott Colonial. 4 Bedrooms, including 2 possible Master Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, Eat In Kitchen, Dining Room, 18x20 Family Room, 60x125 property. Principals Only. Call 631-427-3031

OUT OF TOWN REAL ESTATE MOUNTAIN CREEK: Beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 bath condo in Mountain Creek resort. A 4 season destination resort just 50 miles form NYC. Ski, bike, golf, hike, waterpark, pool, hot tub, spa and lake. $215,000 fully furnished. Contact me at 5red@ optonline.net SULLIVAN COUNTY REAL PROPERTY TAX FORECLOSURE AUCTION 350+/- properties June 14 & 15 at 10am. Held at “Ramada Rock Hill” Route 17 Exit 109. 800-2430061 AAR, Inc. & HAR, Inc. Free brochure: www.NYSAuctions. com

SERVICES FIX’N FLIPS, HARD MONEY /BRIDGE LOANS, No Documents—Stated Income Loans, up to 90% PP, 100% Rehab, Purchase—Refinance, One-Four Units, Mixed Use, Commercial Building, 888-565-9477

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ENGLISH TUTOR: Diane Gottlieb M.Ed., M.S.W. SAT / ACT, College Essays, AP, Regents, ELA Test Prep, Reading comprehension and writing proficiency. 917-599-8007 or email: dianegot@gmail.com LongIslandEnglishTutor.com Providing one-on-one professional support to build confidence, knowledge and skills in every student.

HOUSE CLEANER: Experienced service, great references, reliable. English speaking. Please call Mirian at 516642-6624

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

AMBIANCE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES *Handyman & Remodeling *Kitchen Installations *Furniture Assembly *Finish Carpentry *Minor Electrical & Plumbing 23year GC Resident Lic & Ins H18E2170000 Call BOB 516-741-2154

SERVICES HOME IMPROVEMENTS GUTTERS, WINDOWS, CARPET CLEANING! GENERAL HOME REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE: “Handyman Services” Plumbing, electrical is my specialty. Most gutters $30-$40. Powerwashing & painting available. Clean ups in / out. Lawn mowing. All odd jobs.... you name it. I will do it. All work guaranteed!!! Fully insured. Free estimate. Senior discount. Call 516-534-9518 LAMPS FIXED $65 In home service. Handy Howard. 646-996-7628 MASONRY All types of stonework Pavers, Retaining Walls, Belgium Block Patios, Foundations, Seal coating, Concrete and Asphalt driveways, Sidewalks, Steps. Free Estimates Fully Licensed & Insured Boceski Masonry Louie 516-850-4886 RAFTER ONE CARPENTRY: Kitchens & Baths, Windows & Doors, Wainscoting & Molding, all general home repairs. References. License #H010478/Insured. Bill Ryan 516-491-6222 SKY CLEAR WINDOW and Restorations Inc. Window Restorations, Outdated Hardware, skylights, Andersen Sashes, new storm windows, wood windows, chain / rope repairs, falling windows, fogged panes, mechanical repairs, wood repairs, restorations, all brands. Call Mr. Fagan, 32 years experience. 631-385-7975 www.skyclearwindow.com

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INTERIOR & EXTERIOR PAINTING Plastering, Taping, Sheetrock Skim Cutting, Old Wood Refinish Staining, Wallpaper Removal & Hanging, Paint Removal Power Washing, Wood Replacement JOHN MIGLIACCIO Licensed & Insured #80422100000 Call John anytime: 516-901-9398 (Cell) 516-483-3669 (Office) JV PAINT HANDYMAN SERVICES Interior-Exterior Specialist Painting, Wallpapering, Plastering, Spackling, Staining, Power Washing. Nassau Lic#H3814310000 fully Insured Call John 516-741-5378

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

TUTORING CHEMISTRY TUTOR: Call Jonathan, Ivy League Ph.D. AP, SAT II, Regents. I also tutor Biology, Physics, Earth & Environmental Science. itutorchem@ gmail.com or 516-669-0587 ELEMENTARY TUTOR: Elementary teacher dual certified in general and special education (Birth-6th grade) available to work with your student to support, enhance and reinforce important skills in Math & Literacy. Call Jeanine 516-2251044

Grandparents:

Send in your grandchildren’s photos and enter our “World’s Most Beautiful Grandchildren” contest. Just send a photo and a brief description of the child (or children) along with your name and address to: editor@gcnews.com

MATH, SAT, ACT TUTOR: Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2 plus Trig, Pre-Calc, AP Calculus. Norm 625-3314 ENGLISH, ACT, SAT TUTOR: 25+ year experience Critical Reading, Writing, Grammar, Essays. Lynne 625-3314 ONE ON ONE TUTORING I am a special ed / literary specialist with over 5 years of experience. MA COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY TEACHERS COLLEGE. Please contact me at 516633-7442 and view my webpage at www.nickyreadingspecialist. com SCHOLARSHIP STUDENTS WANTED! Leona Handelman, Half Hollow Hills Math Teacher. Empowering students K-12. Common Core and enrichment, PSAT, SAT, ACT, Regents / test prep, professional licensing exams. Free evaluation and personalized tutoring programs. 516-652-9851 or 516-627-0024

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

CLEANING EXPERT CLEANING SERVICE Expert House & Office 15+ yrs experience English speaking Portuguese woman. Excellent references available. If You Want The Very Best Call Isabel! 516-444-1196 Please leave message with your name, number & time of call.

MARIA’S CLEANING SERVICE Our excellent cleaning team will get your home or office spotless! Available Monday thru Friday 7am to 6pm Supplies provided if needed Own transportation Excellent references provided CALL 516-849-2026 SPRING INTO ACTION LET US CLEAN YOUR HOUSE WINDOWS GARDEN CITY WINDOW CLEANING Home Window Cleaning Service by Owner Free Estimates Inside & Out Fully Insured 25 Years Experience 631-220-1851 516-764-5686

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VINYASA and GENTLE YOGA

Classes in Mineola Studio.

• $110 - 10 classes • $15 - walk-in rate

Call or Text Carol 516-662-7391 or email YogawithCarol@outlook.com

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

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

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1-866-We Junk It: All phases of rubbish removal & demolition. Residential, commercial, construction sites, kitchens, bathrooms, clean-ups, attics, basements, floods, fires. All size dumpsters. Same day service. Fully insured. Bob Cat Service. www.1866wejunkit.com 516-5411557

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

PSYCHOTHERAPY: Efrat Fridman, LCSW. Individual, couple and family therapy. effiefrid@gmail.com 2 Pinetree Lane, Old Westbury, NY 11568. 516-224-7670 or 225 West 35th Street, NY 10001 718-887-4400

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

DECLUTTER & ORGANIZE your home / office. We do it all. Create a life you love to look at. Free Consultation. Neat Freaks Lisa Marx and Randi Yerman 917-751-0395 www.neatfreaks1976.com instagram: organizethisnthat FC Finishing Touch Masonry: pool coping, pool patio, driveways, sidewalks, brickwork, Belgium block, retaining walls, patios, steps, pavers, Nicolock, Cambridge, stucco, cultured stone, stone veneer. Facebook FC Finishing Touch. web: fcfinishingtouch.com Nassau H0432180000. 516-635-4315 OLD VILLAGE TREE SERVICE: Owner operated since 1989. 24 hour emergency service. Licensed/insured. Free estimates, member LI Arborist Assoc. Please call 516-466-9220

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Last Hope Animal Rescue’s Supermarket Bingo

Friday, May 26, 2017 Classifieds

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SPORTS LACROSSE TRAINING by 2 Brothers. Both play at GCHS—One Offense/One Defense. They will use their knowledge of both ends of the field to train your son. Individuals and small groups welcome. For more info and pricing, email: lacrosse1722@gmail.com

Love to write?

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

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Join the Last Hope cat rescue and adoption team!

Volunteer orientations are held at our Wantagh adoption center the second Sunday of each month at 3:00 PM. Reservations not needed, but please fill out and fax a volunteer application in advance to 516-765-9181. You can download the application from our website: http://lasthopeanimalrescue.org. Click on “How to Help”, then “Become a Volunteer!”. Our adoption center is located at 3300 Beltagh Avenue in Wantagh. We look forward to having you on our team.

Last Hope Animal Rescue’s Supermarket Bingo will be held on Saturday, June 10th. Doors open at 6 PM. Bingo played from 7 PM – 10 PM at Levittown Hall, 201 Levittown Parkway in Hicksville.

All proceeds benefit Last Hope Animal Rescue and Rehabilitation programs. Prizes will include a variety of supermarket gift cards including BJs, Costco, Stew Leonard and more. Admission includes one Bingo card (set of 4 games), dessert and coffee/tea at intermission. There will be Chinese Auctions and 50/50 raffles. Additional cards, daubers, snacks and hot dogs can be purchased separately at the event. Admission is $15 with advance purchase only. Limited seating – no walk-ins please. To register, visit our website http://lasthopeanimalrescue.org/supermarket-bingo-saturday-june-20th/ .You can pay by PayPal or download a registration to mail in. All registrations MUST be received by June 6th. For more information call Linda DiPaola – 516-455-5370

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G O I N G P L A C E S, N E A R & F A R ....

USAF Thunderbirds to Headline Memorial Day Weekend Bethpage Air Show at Jones Beach, Long Island C ontinued from page D1 John Klatt Airshows and Jack Link’s Beef Jerky teamed up to create a one-ofa-kind plane, the Screamin Sasquatch, powered by dual powerplants: a Pratt & Whitney 985 Radial Engine and a General Electric CJ610 (J85) Jet Engine with 3,000lbs of thrust. This system allows the plane to achieve feats other stunt planes are unable to do. The plane will be at a thrust ratio of 1 to 1, which allows it to accelerate going straight up. A perennial favorite at Jones Beach is Sean Tucker, who performs impossible feats in a specially built, one-of-akind, most high-performance aerobatic aircraft in the world, the Oracle Bi-Plane. It is a fire-breathing monster with over 400 horsepower, weighs just over 1200 pounds, has a revolutionary set of wings that use 8 ailerons instead of 4, and responds to the slightest pressure on the control stick even at 300 mph. Sean flies the aircraft backwards, straight-down, tail-first at more than 100 mph. More than half of Sean’s maneuvers are original and have never been duplicated by another aerobatic pilot. David Windmiller, Long Island’s hometown hero (from Melville), thrills spectators in his Zivko Edge 540 aircraft, built especially for aerobatics, with seemingly impossible feats at speeds of up to 220 mph that keep his peers and his fans in awe. Matt Chapman, flying for Embry Riddle, performs maneuvers in which

he experiences as much as 9 positive Gs and 6 negative Gs. His Eagle 180 plane has parts from 3 countries. He’s also an American Airlines captain. SUNY Farmingdale Aerospace’s Flying Rams will fly seven of their 22 college-owned aircraft in a fly-by piloted by their top academic Professional Pilot performers. The State University of New York (SUNY) Flight Center is a crown jewel of the SUNY system 106th Air National Guard Rescue Wing deploys worldwide to provide combat search and rescue coverage for U.S. and allied forces. They are a WorldClass Team of diverse, adaptable personnel recovery focused war fighters with a mission to provide worldwide Personnel Recovery, Combat Search and R escue Capability, Expeditionary Combat Support, and Civil Search and Rescue Support to Federal and State authorities. The 106th Air National Guard Rescue Wing provides Personnel Recovery to the state of New York. The Bayport Aerodrome Society, formed in 1972 is composed of aviation professionals, recreational pilots, and people interested in preserving aviation history. As a “living museum” they have a variety of antique aircraft flying on the field including Bi-Planes, Champs, and Cubs. The Warrior Flight Team is a 501(c) (3) charity comprised of a team of all volunteers and assets assembled to bring rewarding career opportunities to those who have served their country and sacrificed tremendously in the process, yet still

strive to give even more of themselves. Hint: Head down to Jones Beach on Friday May 26th from noon to– 5 pm for a full practice. It’s a great chance to catch the show with fewer crowds. (In 2016, there was near record attendance of 405,012 for the two days and some years, they have shut down the highways when the park reached capacity.) The Bethpage Air Show takes place at Jones Beach State Park, Wantagh, NY; $10 vehicle use fee. More information at bethpageair-

show.com. _________________________________ © 2017 Travel Features Syndicate, a division of Workstyles, Inc. All rights reserved. Visit goingplacesfarandnear. com, www.huffingtonpost.com/author/ karen-rubin , and travelwritersmagazine. com/TravelFeaturesSyndicate/. Blogging at goingplacesnearandfar.wordpress. com and moralcompasstravel.info. Send comments or questions to FamTravLtr@ aol.com. Tweet @TravelFeatures. ‘Like’ us at facebook.com/NewsPhotoFeatures

Geico Skytypers demonstrate thrilling military maneuvers, including coming at each other from opposite directions and crossing so perilously close they look like they are entangled © Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com

The US Air Force Thunderbirds return to Jones Beach to headline the Bethpage Air Show over Memorial Day Weekend, demonstrating precision flying skills © Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com

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The Village of Garden City has been designated a Clean Energy Community by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), recognizing its leadership in reducing energy use, cutting costs and driving clean energy locally. Garden City received the designation for completing actions identified by NYSERDA as part of the Clean Energy Communities initiative. The designation now enables the Village to apply for $50,000 in grant monies to be used towards additional clean energy projects, with no local cost share. Garden City completed the following high-impact clean energy actions: Benchmarking: The Village adopted a policy that requires the annual reporting of energy used in local government buildings. Buildings account for more than 60 percent of the energy used in New York State. Setting up a system for measuring and sharing data on building energy use over time will allow owners and occupants to compare energy usage against other buildings, and better identify opportunities to cut energy waste. LED Streetlights: The Village has already converted 1,970 streetlights from conventional bulbs to LED fixtures and intends on using the grant money from this project to fund the conversion of the remaining 590 fixtures. Unified Solar Permit: Garden City implemented a unified solar permitting initiative, which streamlines the process for homeowners and business owners alike. Energy Code Enforcement Training: The Village implemented an Energy Code Enforcement Training program for Garden City’s building inspectors. The training focuses on what code enforcement officials need to know about the Energy Code in the context of its practical application on active construction projects. Since buildings represent roughly 60 percent of New York’s total energy consumption, there is significant opportunity for energy savings through improved Energy Code compliance. “The Village’s efforts to reduce energy use, promote green initiatives and drive clean energy locally not only

benefits the environment as a whole but effectively reduces our operating costs,” Mayor Brian C. Daughney said. “Our LED streetlight conversion project, for example, has an anticipated annual savings of nearly $150,000.” In addition to completing the conversion of all streetlights to LED, Public Works Superintendent Joseph DiFrancisco noted that upcoming projects include improving the efficiency of the HVAC systems in Village Hall and the Garden City Public Library in order to reduce energy consumption and (potentially) entering into an agreement with an Energy Efficiency consulting firm in order to evaluate and improve energy usage and undertake green initiatives Village-wide. Announced by Governor Andrew Cuomo in August, the $16 million Clean Energy Communities initiative supports local government leaders across the State to implement energy efficiency, renewable energy and sustainable development projects in their communities. “The Village of Garden City’s Clean Energy Community designation serves as a valuable model for local government leaders across the state who want to cut costs and reduce energy use in their communities,” John B. Rhodes, President and CEO, NYSERDA, said. “Sustainable communities are a significant component of Governor Cuomo’s nation-leading energy agenda and will help ensure a clean energy economy for all New Yorkers.” The Clean Energy Communities initiative on Long Island is offered in partnership with PSEG Long Island, whose support is funding the grant awards to eligible applicants. “PSEG Long Island is pleased to partner with NYSERDA to assist Villages like Garden City make their communities more energy efficient and less dependent on fossil fuels,” Michael Voltz, Director of Energy Efficiency and Renewables at PSEG Long Island, said. “The Clean Energy Community program strengthens our commitment to help reduce energy use, cut costs and support clean energy on Long Island and the Rockaways.”

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“Best in Town” Photography award winner

Senator Kemp Hannon congratulates Erin Studdert of Garden City High School who was recently named a winner of Hannon’s “Best In Town” photography contest . High school students throughout Hannon’s Senatorial District participated in the contest, which sought to capture the spirit of the district and surrounding areas via photography. Students were eligible to submit one photograph from each of the following four categories: People, Places, Pets and Nature. Pictured are Senator Hannon and Erin Studdert, who was selected as an honorable mention winner in the Pets category.

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GC Varsity Baseball donates time to the Little Saint Nick Foundation On Thursday, May 18 ,members of the GC Varsity baseball team took some time out of their busy play-off schedules to donate time to the Little Saint Nick Foundation. They prepared emergency room gift bags that are to be brought to children’s hospital. The foundation provides emergency room gift bags for every child that comes through the emergency room. The gift bags contain a coloring book, a beanie baby and a couple of other odds and ends. Emergency rooms can be a very scary place for kids, and these little bags provide a little sliver of joy and play to the experience. To date: Little Saint Nick Foundation has provided thousands of these gift bags to children across the country. Their mission is to ease the fear, anxiety and isolation of sick kids both in and out of hospitals. They do this by organizing kids helping kids programs across the country. Something magical happens when a kid makes a special effort to give a gift to another child who is going through a difficult time in their life. Little Saint Nick has been doing this for the past 10 years. Through the founders 18 year olds efforts, hospitalized children’s spirits are lifted which enhances the healing process. The Little Saint Nick Foundation works closely with children’s hospitals to coordinate a visit from its founder, a celebrity or another group of volunteers. The goal of the visits are to

brighten the days of the kids in need, often with presents, toys, gifts and sometimes with a very special visit from a celebrity or sports star. The situation that many of these children are facing every day would be difficult for even the strongest adult to handle. If you are interested in learning more or how to help contact: www. Littlestnick.org Info@littlestnick.org (516) 284-7057

Latin students medal on vocabulary & Roman civilization exams

The National Junior Classical League sponsors two annual examinations: The National Latin Vocabulary Examination and the National Roman Civilization Exam. For the first time, members of GCHS Latin Club elected to participate in these online exams. Four students competed in the National Latin Vocabulary Examination, and sophomores William Crowley and Lindsey Gambino merited bronze medals in the Latin 2 division! Four students also competed in the National Roman Civilization Exam, and Lindsey Gambino also merited a bronze medal and certificate in that competition. The students are pictured here with Latin teacher Mrs. Kathleen Durkin and world languages coordinator Mr. Peter Giacalone. Varsity baseball team members pack emergency room gift bags

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Nassau County Legislator Laura Schaefer and New York State Assemblyman Ed Ra at the Garden City Association of Girl Scouts Awards ceremony. Honoring the accomplishments and hard work of these talented and intelligent young women. Pictured: Garden City Village Mayor Brian Daughney, Gold Star Award winners Andrea Laisure, Lauren Tepper and Julia Giordano, Legislator Laura Schaefer and NY State Assemblyman Ed Ra.

The Garden City High School Girls Varsity lacrosse team defeated Calhoun High School last Monday in the semi-final round of the Class B Girls Lacrosse playoffs held at Adelphi University by a score of 17-3. Calhoun came out ready to play and matched up against the Garden City team early in the game. Just ten minutes into the first half, Garden City held a slim lead of 3-2. It didn’t take long, though, for Garden City’s defense of goalie Kaitlyn Larsson and defenders Devon Heaney, Katherine Galzerano, Deanna Weisenburger and Catherine Conway to settle in and Garden City’s offense to take over. GC’s defense applied high pressure to Calhoun’s offense resulting in their being limited to only 7 shots all game. Garden City’s offense turned it into high gear going on a 13-0 run in the last 15 minutes of the

first half. Once again, GC saw scoring from 10 different players. Leading the first half was Sarah Kaval with 3 goals. Jackie Brattan, Kelly George and Liana McDonnell each added 2 goals each, and Ella Heaney, Sarah Mackey and Jenn Medjid tallied 1 goal each. Celia Concannon and Caitlin Cook were awesome on the draw circle grabbing draw after draw helping GC win 14 of 22 draws on the game. In the second half, Garden City’s defensive line of Amanda Cerrato, Erin Healey, Julia Kaval, Kara Metzler, and Keeley Scott took over and continued to put serious pressure on Calhoun’s offense offering them very limited opportunities. Goalies Kerry McHugh and Emily Gaven split the half in the net, with Kerry McHugh tal-

lying 2 saves. On the offensive end, Julia Fornasar and Julianna Ingrassia kept the ball moving, and Mary Kate Dolan and Miller Overbeck each netted 2 goals. Julia Kavan added 1 goal as well. Kelly George (2 goals, 2 assists) and Jenn Medjid (1 assist, 3 goals) led offensively. Sarah Kaval (3 goals), Liana McDonnell (2 goals, 1 assist), Sarah Mackey (1 goal, 2 assists), Jackie Brattan (2 goals), Ella Heaney (1 goal, 1 assist), Mary Kate Dolan (2 goals), Miller Overbeck (2 goals), Caitlin Cook (2 assists) and Julia Kavan (1 goal) rounded out a balanced attack. Kaitlyn Larsson tallied 1 save on the day. The girls next take on Long Beach High School in the Nassau County finals on Wednesday, May 31st at 4:00 pm at Adelphi University. Come on out and cheer on the team!

GC Girls Varsity Lacrosse celebrate their quarter final win over Calhoun

Jackie Brattan scores one of her two goals

Jenn Medjid scores against Calhoun

Kelly George scores one of her two goals

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Garden City Girls Varsity Lacrosse heading to county finals

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Our Annual Garden City News Sports Round-Up

On June 23rd the Garden City News will be publishing our annual salute to village and scholastic teams, including team photos, stats, stories and profiles. And of course, it’ll be a pull out section, so nobody will mind if you hang on to it. Don’t let us miss your team! Ask your coach or manager if they’re sending in your team photo and write up. Deadline is June 16th Please address all submissions to: Garden City News / Sports Round-up 821 Franklin Ave., Suite 206, Garden City, NY 11530 or by email to: Editor @gcnews.com

Join Us For A Summer of Fun

Our Summer Camp Brochure has arrived and is filled with plenty of activities to entertain your children. Sports, science, engineering, and computer coding, and cultural sessions such as language or film making, we have it all in each four day camp! Please visit our office at 108 Rockaway Ave. to pick up a copy or download the brochure from our website at www.gardencityrecreation.org.

Recreation Department "Over 35" Softball Team registration

Roster packages for the Garden City Recreation and Parks Department’s Men’s Over 35 Softball League are now available. This league plays on Sunday evenings. Rosters will be accepted from teams meeting the following eligibility requirements: 1. Teams must be comprised of residents of the Inc. Village of Garden City. 2. All players must be over 35 years of age or turning 35 during the course of the season. The fee for this league is $575, which includes games, balls, and umpires. Application packages can be picked up at the Recreation Department Administrative Office at 108 Rockaway

Ave. The completed roster package will be accepted until May 30th or until 12 completed packages are received.

Want to Play Some Softball?

Of you are a resident of the Inc. Village of Garden City, age 18 or over, who would like to play softball in one of the Recreation Department’s softball leagues. Call the Recreation Office at 465-4075 to put your name on our “player list”. We sometimes have coaches who call looking for extra players to round out their rosters. Call and leave your name, age, address, and phone number and we will keep your name on file for the team who is looking for extra players.

2017 Summer Adult Tennis Lessons

The Garden City Recreation Department will conduct evening tennis lessons for adults who are residents of the Inc. Village of Garden City at the Community Park Tennis Facility. The lessons will run for one hour each week in three sessions during the spring/summer months. The registrant has a choice of a Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday class and a choice of time. There will be a maximum of four players per court. The dates and fees will be as follows: Session 1 6 weeks beginning May 1. Cost - $190

Session 2 4 weeks beginning July 10. Cost $130 Session 3 4 weeks beginning Aug. 7. Cost $130 To register, please visit the Recreation and Parks Office at 108 Rockaway Ave to fill out an interest form. A check made payable to the Village of Garden City must accompany the form. Separate checks for each session please!

Summer Tots and Pee Wee Tennis Pee Wee Tennis is offered to children who are Village residents ages 4 to 6. Eligibility is determined by the child’s age at the start of the session. Skills are learned by fun and easy to do drills taught by our tennis staff. Each child may register for a maximum of two sessions. Session A: June 26 – 29 Session B: July 3 – 7 (NO 7/4) Session C: July 10 - 13 Session D: July 17 – 20 Session E: July 24- 27 Session F: July 31 – August 3 Session G: August 7 - 10 Session H: August 14 - 17 Where: Community Park’s Tennis Facility Time: 9 to 10 a.m. Cost: $ 60 To register for this program, please visit the Garden City Recreation and Parks Office at 108 Rockaway Avenue,

or if you have a password you can register online at www.gcreconline. gardencityny.net. For additional information please contact the Recreation Office at 465-4075.

Summer Pee Wee Sports Sampler with Andrew

Our very popular Rec. program will continue this summer in our neighborhood parks. In this four day program, your child will get a taste of a different sport each day as our Recreation staff takes them through some fun skills and drills. The group will then make an arts and crafts project to take home. Children ages 4-5 who are residents of the Village of Garden City are invited to register for this fun program! July 17 – 20 at Grove Park July 31 – August 3 at Edgemere Park Time: 2 – 3:15 p.m. Cost: $ 80 To register for this program, please visit the Garden City Recreation and Parks Office at 108 Rockaway Avenue, or if you have a password you can register online at www.gcreconline. gardencityny.net. For additional information please contact the Recreation Office at 465-4075. Continued on page 64

GARDEN CITY CENTENNIAL SOCCER CLUB TRAVEL TEAM TRYOUT SCHEDULE Please pay careful attention to the birthdate range.

Age(birthdates) U-19(1/1/00-12/31/00) U-18(1/1/01-12/31/01) U-16(1/1/02-12/31/02) U-16(1/1/02-12/31/02) U-15(1/1/03-12/31/03) U-15(1/1/03-12/31/03) U-15(1/1/03-12/31/03) U-14(1/1/04-12/31/04) U-14(1/1/04-12/31/04) U-14(1/1/04-12/31/04) U-13(1/1/05-12/31/05) U-13(1/1/05-12/31/05) U-13(1/1/05-12/31/05) U-13(1/1/05-12/31/05) U-12(1/1/06-12/31/06) U-12(1/1/06-12/31/06) U-12(1/1/06-12/31/06) U-12(1/1/06-12/31/06) U-11(1/1/07-12/31/07) U-11(1/1/07-12/31/07) U-11(1/1/07-12/31/07) U-10(1/1/08-12/31/08) U-9 (1/1/09-12/31/09)

GIRLS TRYOUT SCHEDULE

Team

Strikers Crusaders Dynamite Lightning Thunder Galaxy Cyclones Inferno Jaguars Tornadoes Xtreme Attackers Destroyers Dynamo Tigers Fury Elite Gold Crushers Bulldogs Breakaway TBA TBA

Coach

Jim Haggerty Bill Metzler Tom Nastasi Dino Mangione Tom Poz Eusebio Teixeira Jeff Lawlor Kristi Jeffrey Alex Oxenham Jose Iudica Jenn Costa Kristina Russo Larry Marciano Robert Donovan Robert Bommarito Chris Smith Drew Carey Denise Quaco Amy Monaco Chris Allen Tom Ryan TBA TBA

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Date

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June 22 June 22 June 21 June 21 June 21 June 21 June 21 June 20 June 20 June 20 June 19 June 19 June 19 June 19 June 14 and 15** June 14 and 15** June 14 and 15** June 14 and 15** June 12 and 13** June 12 and 13** June 12 and 13** June 5 and 6** June 5 and 6**

U-18(1/1/00-12/31/00) U-18(1/1/00-12/31/00) U-17(1/1/01-12/31/01) U-17(1/1/01-12/31/01) U-17(1/1/01-12/31/01) U-16(1/1/02-12/31/02) U-16(1/1/02-12/31/02) U-15(1/1/03-12/31/03) U-15(1/1/03-12/31/03) U-14(1/1/04-12/31/04) U-14(1/1/04-12/31/04) U-14(1/1/04-12/31/04) U-14(1/1/04-12/31/04) U-13(1/1/05-12/31/05) U-13(1/1/05-12/31/05) U-13(1/1/05-12/31/05) U-13(1/1/05-12/31/05) U-12(1/1/06-12/31/06) U-12(1/1/06-12/31/06) U-12(1/1/06-12/31/06) U-12(1/1/06-12/31/06) U-11(1/1/07-12/31/07) U-11(1/1/07-12/31/07) U-11(1/1/07-12/31/07) U-11(1/1/07-12/31/07) U-10(1/1/08-12/31/08) U-9 (1/1/09-12/31/09)

BOYS TRYOUT SCHEDULE

Team

Coach

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VILLAGE SPORTS

Mavericks Nick Sekas sekasnp@yahoo.com United Tom Moran tmoran26@aol.com Tsunami Peter Samaan petersamaan@westerlaw.com Arsenal Jeffrey Lawlor jefflawlor@optonline.net ShamRockers Michael Ryan michael.ryan@ic.fbi.gov Celtic Warriors Kristi Jeffrey kristijefferysoccer@yahoo.com Rebels Steve Haggerty hags19@optonline.net Greyhounds Robert Reinhardt r.reinhardt@rbfassociates.com Heat Charles Riceman ricemanc@gmail.com Arrows Joe Esposito jespodds@hotmail.com Cosmos Mark Reilly mjr42767@yahoo.com Fire Michael Cincotta alysheba1972@gmail.com Gators Michael Liberta michael.liberta@optimum.net Titans Kurt Dengler kurtdeb8060@yahoo.com Gunners Michael Franco calmboys@optonline.net Cannons Tom Burns tmburns5@optonline.net Bandits Eric Gisolfi egisolfi@optonline.net Warriors Chris Thompson website registration necessary* Bobcats Douglas Bohn website registration necessary* Panthers Sean Coonerty website registration necessary* Red Bulls Matthew Uhoda website registration necessary* Wolves Robert Cortiglia website registration necessary* Falcons Paul LeSueur website registration necessary* Bengals Anthony Licari website registration necessary* Renegades Philip Santantonio website registration necessary* TBA TBA website registration necessary* TBA TBA website registration necessary*

Date June 22 June 22 June 22 June 22 June 21 June 21 June 21 June 21 June 21 June 20 June 20 June 20 June 20 June 19 June 19 June 19 June 19 June 14and 15** June 14and 15** June 14 and 15** June 14 and 15** June 12 and 13** June 12 and 13** June 12 and 13** June 12 and 13** June 8 and 9** June 7 and 8**

*Online registration begins for U11 and U12 players on June 10. U9 and U10 players may use online registration now. You may try out for any or all teams within your birth date range, regardless of experience or current team affiliation. However, by attending a team tryout, YOU ARE COMMITTED to that team if you are selected. **You MUST attend BOTH days of the U9, U-10, U-11, or U12 team tryouts to be considered for selection. For all tryouts, please wear a white shirt, shorts, cleats and shin guards. Make sure you do not bring or wear any travel team gear, including socks. Bring plenty of water. *Please visit our website at www.gccentennialsoccer.org for further info or to register a U9, U10, U11, or U12 player. Online registration is now available for the U9 and U10 tryouts and will open on June 10 for U11 and U12 players.

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VILLAGE SPORTS Continued from page 63

Summer Tennis Camps for Ages 6-15 The Recreation Department’s Tennis Camp program offers children aged six and up an opportunity to learn or advance their tennis skills while working with experienced tennis pros in a fun setting. Our camps are set by age and children will be grouped according to ability within their camp. All sessions are held at the Community Park Tennis Center. The age of the child at the start of the session will determine which session the child may attend and proof of age may be required. Please read the information below to determine which camp your child is eligible to attend. Please note: each child may sign up for a maximum of two sessions. For our Pee Wee camp (ages 4 to 6) please look at the camps for the younger child. Equipment needed: flat soled sneakers and a tennis racket All Camps will follow the same session dates: Session A: June 26 – 29 B: July 3 – 7 (NO 7/4) C: July 10 - 13 D: July 17- 20 E: July 24 - 27 F: July 31 – August 3 G: August 7 - 10 H: August 14 - 17 NOVICE CAMP – For ages 6 and 7. This camp will teach serving, rallying, and the basics of a tennis game, keeping it fun for the younger tennis set. Time: 1 – 2:30 p.m. Cost: $ 95 JUNIOR CAMP – For ages 8 – 11. For all levels of experience, this camp will group players by ability so that everyone can move to the next level. Time: 10 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Cost: $ 125 JUNIOR CAMP PLUS - For the child aged 8 to 11 that is looking for a full day of tennis. This camp will provide tennis instruction in the morning, followed by lunch time and a special activity, then ending the day with tennis matches. Children must bring their lunch to this camp. Time: 10 a.m. - 2:15 p.m. Cost: $250 SENIOR CAMP - For ages 12 to 15 For all levels of experience. Time: 1 – 2:30 p.m. Cost: $95 To register for this program, please visit the Garden City Recreation and Parks Office at 108 Rockaway Avenue, or if you have a password you can register online at www.gcreconline. gardencityny.net. For additional information please contact the Recreation Office at 465-4075.

US Sports Institute

Spring & Summer Programs US Sports Institute has launched their

new website and now has all Garden City Recreation and Parks sponsored Spring and Summer Camps and Classes open for registration. Offerings include a Spring Break Multi Sport Camp, Soccer Clinics for ages 2 – 5, TeeBall Squirts for ages 3 – 5, and Total Sports Squirts, a combination of all sports, for ages 3 – 5. Classes start soon so visit US Sports Institute’s website at www.ussportsinstitute.com for further information or to register.

Recreation Softball Camp

Our softball camp will teach young aspiring players entering grades 3 through 7 the basic skills of softball. Every aspect of the game will be covered including hitting, fielding, base running, pitching, and more. Team play will be emphasized. The goal of this camp is for young athletes to improve their overall self confidence and knowledge of the game.

When:....July 17 - 20 Time:.....3 – 5 p.m. Where: Community Park Softball Fields Cost:......$ 105

To register for this program, please visit the Garden City Recreation and Parks Office at 108 Rockaway Avenue, or if you have a password you can register online at www.gcreconline.gardencityny. net. For additional information please contact the Recreation Office at 465-4075.

USSI Field Hockey Camp

US Sports Institute will conduct a Summer Field Hockey Camp for girls ages 9 - 13 that are residents of the Village of Garden City. Campers will be taken through all phases of the game, thoughtfully integrating technical and tactical components in a fun, innovative way. The camp will focus on individual skill development and the rules of the game, as well as the importance of playing together as a team. Players will be grouped by age, playing ability and experience level. No previous experience playing field hockey is required to attend the First Play Field Hockey Camp. Equipment will be supplied. When:.......... Week of July 17 - 20 Week of August 21 - 24 Where:......... St. Paul’s Field Time:............ 9:30 - 12:30 p.m. Fee:................$169 each week To register for this camp, register online at www.ussportsinstitute.com.

Summer Youth Basketball Camp

The Garden City Recreation Department will be conducting a Youth Basketball Camp for boys and girls who are residents of the Inc. Village of Garden City and entering 1st through 6th grades in September. Come join us and learn what it takes to pass, dribble and shoot in this camp. The purpose of this program is to provide instruction in self improvement, basketball fundamentals, team play, group cooperation, and most important of all, FUN! When:...........Week of June 26 - 29 Week of July 31 - 3

Where:......... St. Paul’s Field House Time:............*8:30 - 10:30 a.m. **11 – 1 p.m. *For children entering 1st + 2nd grades. *For children entering 3rd - 6th grades Fee:............... $105 To register for this program, please visit the Garden City Recreation and Parks Office at 108 Rockaway Avenue, or if you have a password you can register online at www.gcreconline.gardencityny. net. For additional information please contact the Recreation Office at 465-4075.

Summer Boys & Girls Lacrosse Camp

For Children entering 1st through 5th grades in September. Here is an opportunity for youngsters who are residents of the Village of Garden City to learn the techniques of catching, throwing, scooping, and shooting through fun drills. They will also learn the rules of the game by scrimmaging. This is a basic camp where no experience is necessary and equipment is provided. When: Week of July 10 - 13 Where: St. Paul’s field Time: 8:30 – 10:30 a.m. for children entering 1st and 2nd grades 11 – 1 p.m. for children entering 3rd 6th grades Fee: $ 105 To register for this program, please visit the Garden City Recreation and Parks Office at 108 Rockaway Avenue, or if you have a password you can register online at www.gcreconline.gardencityny. net. For additional information please contact the Recreation Office at 465-4075.

Summer Youth Baseball Camp

Our Department will again conduct a Summer Baseball Camp for boys and girls that are Residents of the Village of Garden City. This instructional program is offered for boys and girls in 1st through 6th grades. The camp will focus on individual skill development, and the importance of playing together as a team. Youngsters in each age category will be divided into appropriate skill levels and will receive group instruction. Equipment needed: Baseball Glove, Sneakers or Rubber Cleats When:.......Week of July 17 – 20 Week of July 24 - 27 Where:.....Comm. Park’s Baseball Fields Times:.......*8:30 - 10:30 a.m. or 11 - 1 p.m. *For children entering 1st - 3rd grades. Times:..........**11 - 1 p.m **For children entering 4th - 6th grades Fee:............$ 105 each week To register for this program, please visit the Garden City Recreation and Parks Office at 108 Rockaway Avenue, or if you have a password you can register online at www.gcreconline.gardencityny. net. For additional information please contact the Recreation Office at 465-4075.

Summer Yoga for Beginners

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the Village of Garden City in grades 1 -7. Children attending this program will learn movements, postures, and breathing techniques which will help with relaxation, self awareness, and fitness. When:......Week of August 14 -17 Where:.....St. Paul’s Center Time: 9 – 10 a.m. entering grades 1 - 3 10:15 – 11:30 a.m. entering grades 4 - 7 Fee: $ 80 To register for this program, please visit the Garden City Recreation and Parks Office at 108 Rockaway Avenue, or if you have a password you can register online at www. gcreconline.gardencityny.net. For additional information please contact the Recreation Office at 465-4075.

Summer Computer Workshop on Coding for Kids Entering Grades 4 – 7

Introduction to Coding: In this multi session class, your child learns the basics of computer language, code structure, and implementation of all. A participant must be comfortable with computers and keyboarding to take this workshop. Our Computer Workshop is being run by Sharper Training Solutions. Please note: Computers are provided with two children to each computer. Please understand that your child will share a computer terminal. When: Week of July 17 - 20 Where: St. Paul’s Senior Center Time: 10:00 a.m. – Noon Fee: $105 To register for this program, please visit the Garden City Recreation and Parks Office at 108 Rockaway Avenue, or if you have a password you can register online at www.gcreconline.gardencityny. net. For additional information please contact the Recreation Office at 465-4075.

Nature Adventures

A program that explores the living things around us.

Our Recreation Department and the Garden City Bird Sanctuary are joint venturing to offer a program experience “Nature Adventures”. Children ages six to nine invited to spend the morning at the Garden City Bird Sanctuary learning about how they can work hand in hand with nature. This one week, two hour program will meet at Nassau Haven Park and then move into the Sanctuary, with walks, crafts, and take homes for each child involved. When: Ages 6 - 9 Week of July 31 – August 3 Week of August 7 - 10 Where: Garden City Bird Sanctuary Time: 10 am to noon Fee: $ 80 To register for this program, please visit the Garden City Recreation and Parks Office at 108 Rockaway Avenue, or if you have a password you can register online at www.gcreconline.gardencityny. net. For additional information please contact the Recreation Office at 465-4075.

The Varsity Boys lacrosse team entered the playoffs with a regular season record of 12-3 overall and 8-1 in league play. They were 4-2 outside of the conference. The victories were against Smithtown West, Shoreham- Wading River, Duxbury MA and Salesianum DE. The 2 out of conference losses were to nationally top 10 ranked St Ignatius from CA and Nassau County rival Syosset in the first game of the year. The lone league loss was in the Woodstick Classic against Manhasset. With the regular season behind them, Coach Finnell and his staff are now focused on defending the Nassau County Championship and if successful moving onto the NY State Tournament. Coincidentally, Hall of Fame Coach Bill Parcells was at the same restaurant where the boys were having a recent team dinner and he came over to give the boys some advice heading into the playoffs, “Hey fellas! This is what you work all off season for. This is why you lift all them weights! This is why you do all that, go win yourselves a championship” the legendary coach said as he departed. The first round opponent for GC in the County Quarterfinals was the Seahawks of Carey High School on Thursday May 18th. When one thinks of Carey athletics, football and baseball come to mind not lacrosse. However on this day the scrappy Seahawks were determined to give GC a battle. They like many of the Trojans recent opponents resorted to a defensive zone to slow the GC offense down. Coach Finnell’s

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team has been diligently preparing for the zone and it paid off early with 3 quick 1st quarter goals. However, the scrappy Seahawks scored 2 quick goals and the 1st quarter ended 3-2 in GC’s favor. GC powered thru the 2ndqtr. and led 7-2 at the half. In the 2nd half GC dominated and won by a score of 16-3. The scoring was well distributed with nine different goal scorers including JP Basile (4 Goals), Finn Gibbons (3 Goals), Sean Coughlin (2 Goals), Kyle Steinbach ( 2 goals) and with Kiernan Gunn, Charlie Comiskey, Kiernan Paskewitz, Joe Scattareggia, Liam Curtin all scoring 1 goal each. The assists were in abundance as well with Luke Keating, Jaime Atkinson, Liam Muldoon, and James Basile all gathering assists on the crowded scoring sheet. The defense once again was strong with Teddy Dolan in goal and the consistent support of Phil Puccio, Tim Gormley, Colin Hart, Danny Boocafola and Matt Desimpliciis. The D-middie play from Tyler Wuchte, Matt Granville and Trevor Yeboah Kodi was excellent as well. Coach Finnell also had senior Captain Puccio playing wing on several face offs for the first time this year, which maybe a sign to come in future playoff games. The face-offs were by committee in this game with Kiernan Gunn, Kyle Steinbach and Justin Coppola sharing the duties which has been consistent in recent games. After the game, Captain Finn Gibbons said, “its playoff time and for us seniors, we want to continue the journey”. Next up for the Trojans was

a rematch with Hewlett High School on Wednesday evening May 24th at Hofstra Stadium in the County Semifinals. Hewlett played GC very tough in the regular season with GC winning in overtime by the score of 4-3. Hewlett’s strategy is to shorten the game by playing zone defense and holding the ball for 2-3 minute offensive possessions. Needless to say, this is not very exciting lacrosse to watch or play but GC planned to adapt. They have been preparing for this rematch for weeks by practicing to play against the Hewlett zone! The preparation paid off as they attacked the Hewlett zone early and went out to a quick 4-1 lead. The domination continued at face off by Kiernan Gunn and the offense flowed with each possession as Jp Basile and Luke Keating each scored 4 goals. The final score was 14- 2 GC. Next Up for the Trojans: Nassau County Finals on Tuesday May 30that Hofstra Stadium 6pm vs Manhasset Additional Lax Notes: • Hofstra hosted the NCAA Division 1 Men’s lacrosse quarterfinals last Saturday in front of 10,000+ rabid long island lax fans at Shuart Stadium. The noon match-up featured #3 Ohio State vs the Duke Blue Devils. Trojan alumni were proudly represented on both sides with Justin Guterding (Duke Attack) and Matt Borges (Ohio State Defense) matched up. Ohio State was the better team on this day winning 16-11, but regardless of the outcome it was great to see these two alums play in front of their family, friends and GC alumni.

Gunn Wins face-off

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Goal Celebration!

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The Men’s Association News Next Meeting

Attention all Directors! The final meeting of the school year will be in early June. Watch for an e-mail to be sent by the President concerning the exact details and agenda. Please make every effort to participate. Your voice needs to be heard!

TMA Yearbook

GCHS vs. Manhasset lacrosse game fundraiser Hempstead Town Receiver of Taxes Donald X. Clavin (2nd left) presents an official Town of Hempstead Citation to Garden City resident Tim Goettelmann on behalf of Monster’s Kids during the Garden City High School vs. Manhasset High School Alumni Lacrosse Game and Fundraiser held at Manhasset High School.

Did you register for the GC Pool yet? is!), GC’s own “Old School Band” on July Summer is quickly approaching, so 29th, & the famous “Boston Burglars” make sure you get your pool application will be our special guests on Saturday in soon. August 9th. So come on down and enjoy We have many exciting events planned and we don’t want you to miss a great evening at the pool. out. Don’t forget about swim lessons for Some of our scheduled movies the kids and adults too! Exercise and include: Disney’s “Moana”, on Saturday, yoga classes for the adults are also schedAugust 12th and the current box office uled for this season. The always popular topper “The Boss Baby” starring Alec Sundays @ 2pm program features a wide Baldwin on Tuesday, July 18th. variety of entertainment, Music, Magic, Our “Saturday Night Under the Bingo and more help make Sundays at Stars” series will begin at 6pm this the pool extra special. year and will feature poolside BBQ items Check your pool brochure or the and some great entertainment featuring: website (gardencityrecreation.org) for family entertainer “Jester Jim” on July details of all the things the pool has to 1st (look him up on youtube and see for offer the residents of our community. GC-CHERRY Page - 04-25-17_Layout 1 4/25/17 3:28 PM you Pageat1 the pool! Hope to see yourself how1-8 good and exciting his act

The TMA is now accepting team sponsorships and ads for our annual yearbook and applications for family memberships. A team sponsor’s name will appear prominently at the side of one of the team pages. Prices for team sponsorships and ads appear on the form on our website at www.gctma. org. Ads can be purchased to advertise your business, to congratulate a team, the graduating class or a friend or relative at the high school or to simply show your support. Sample ads are on our website. Merely download the online form, complete it and send it (and the ad copy and pictures in jpeg format) to TMA, POB 666, Garden City, NY 11530 along with a check to TMA ($150 for team sponsorships and the amount of the ad which you purchase). You can e-mail ad form and pictures to tmagcny@gmail.com. A copy of our annual yearbook will also be delivered to each advertiser. You can apply to be a family member by filling out the form on our website at www.gctma.org. Family membership is $25 ($10 for seniors). A copy of our annual yearbook will be hand delivered to each family member’s home. The yearbook contains a comprehensive review in text and pictures of all the High School Teams, the Father/ Daughter and Mother/Son Dances, the BAA/GAA Award Ceremonies, GC Sports History, and more. It is a keepsake for all supporters of our athletic teams. We thank you for any support you can provide. You can e-mail any questions to any of TMA’s officers or directors at tmagcny@gmail.com or call Jim Connolly at 516-967-1703. The deadline to submit all ads / sponsorships is now May 30th!

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Good luck to all the varsity teams as the continue to play their respective playoff contests and county tournaments.

Father / Daughter and Mother / Son Dances

Another great GCHS tradition! The father/daughter dance is scheduled for Friday, June 16 and the mother/son follows on Saturday, June 17. Both will start at 6:30 p.m. Mark your calendars. The formal invitations have been sent to the homes of all seniors. Start getting your tables together

TMA Website

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

Facebook page

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

Who we are

For over 80 years, The Men’s Association or simply the TMA has supported the athletic and social activities of students in the Garden City schools and promoted good sportsmanship as well as ideal citizenship. The TMA is composed of more than 100 active Directors, 50 Life Directors and 500 Family members. With the generous support of our fellow residents, the Men’s Association has been involved in a great number of projects covering a wide range of interests. While we are still primarily committed to the athletic programs at the Middle School and High School, in recent years the TMA has expanded their support and sponsorship to other programs benefiting a wider range of students in the Garden City Schools. Some of these programs are SEPTA, the Jamie and Paige Malone Foundation, Best Buddies, the GC High School Marching Band, BAA/GAA Awards Night, Middle School Bagel Bash, Reeves Scholarship, Bethany LeSueur Jersey Retirement Ceremony, GCHS Stem Program, CPR training for all coaches, HUDL, Robotics, 9th grade BBQ, Kickline, GCTA Hurricane Relief Fundraiser and the Father-Daughter and Mother-Son dances. All of this would not be possible without your continued assistance on aiding all we do. Thanks to all who contribute !!!

How you can join

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

Important

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

TMA Officers

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

The Garden City Youth Lacrosse Program and Jay Gallagher Memorial Foundation are hosting The Twentieth Annual Jay Gallagher Memorial Tournament on June 17th, 2017. The tournament raises funds and public awareness for the Andy Foundation, Mollie Biggane Melanoma Foundation, and Cancer Center for Kids at Winthrop University Hospital. Ninety teams will participate from the northeast region. This year’s tournament welcomes the GC Challenger Lacrosse Team. The program, started by Brian Collins and Challenger president Al Vanasco is in its seventh year and continues to be an overwhelming success. The challenger program is geared to providing athletic opportunities to children with mental and physical handicaps (ages 6-21). The program also includes baseball, basketball and golf. Thirty participants practice every Sunday afternoon with the help from over a dozen local junior and senior high school students. This year we are hoping to expand the challenger schedule and host teams from Eastern Long Island. The Jay Gallagher Memorial Foundation looks forward to a continued relationship with the Challenger program and wants to personally thank Brian and Al for all their efforts to make this happen. The tournament memorializes Jay Gallagher, Andrew Palmeri, Mollie Biggane, Ryan Kohart and Dave Leistman. Ryan and David were lost in the September 11th tragedy. Ryan was a graduate of Garden City High School and a four-year letterman at North Carolina University. Ryan was the recipient of The Jay Gallagher Award, which recognizes “The Outstanding Freshman in the Carolina Lacrosse Program.” Dave was a graduate of Sewanaka High School and a four-year Letterman at Adelphi University. A long time village resident, Dave was active in the Garden City Youth Lacrosse program coaching both boy’s and girl’s teams. It was with great sadness that the lacrosse world and local community heard of this tragic loss of such fine individuals. Jay Gallagher graduated from Garden City High School in 1970 where he co-captained the varsity lacrosse team. Jay was a four year defenseman at Cornell and tri-captained the Big Red his senior year, helping them to the NCAA semi-finals. After graduation, he acted as an assistant coach for North Carolina, Syracuse, Rutgers and Cornell from 1981-1985. His legacy is still present with the John W. “Jay” Gallagher Memorial Scholarship Fund, which goes to a needy Cornell underclassman.

Jay had a memorable association with Garden City, Cornell and the lacrosse world, and it was with much sadness that members of these groups heard of his death on January 9, 1992, at age 39 from melanoma. Proceeds from the foundation fund two local charities, The Mollie’s Fund and The Cancer Center for Kids at Winthrop University Hospital. The foundation has raised over $1,200,000 for these charities. The Mollie Biggane Melanoma Foundation provides information and services on skin cancer detection, supporting melanoma patients through education of the latest treatments. The Foundation was created in Mollie’s memory after her tragic death at the age of 20 from melanoma. Thank you for all the sunscreen and hats handed out at prior tournaments. Various charities are chosen once a year to receive funds in Andrew Palmeri’s remembrance. Last year 80 elementary, middle school and high school students donated their entire weekend to support The Andy Foundation’s mission statement “BY KIDS FOR KIDS.” These young adults make this event possible and their devotion to the community and charitable service is greatly appreciated. For the fifth year, the Andy Foundation, and the Jay Gallagher Memorial Foundation will team up to support the Cancer Center for Kids at Winthrop University Hospital. The Cancer Center for Kid’s goal is to provide the best possible chance for recovery through superior medical care in a nurturing outpatient setting. In line with the CCFK’s mission statement the tournament welcomes a Bone Marrow Drive. Under the direction of Chloe Rogers the Jay Gallagher Foundation will host the National Marrow Donor Program. Individuals between the age of 18 and 44 can visit Chloe and learn more on how they can save a life. A special thank you to all the Garden City students, alumni and parents who donate their fathers day weekend to help run this event. The Jay Gallagher Foundation has teamed up with RE-LAXIN. RE-LAXIN was started by Cambell Munn hoping to grow the game of lacrosse by repurposing clean, gently worn lacrosse shorts and pennies to developing lacrosse communities. You can contact Campbell at relaxxin29@gmail.com or drop off the 68 Garden Street.

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Pre K Girls

Centennials soccer Players of the Week Pre K boys

Shamrocks Katelyn Parker Wlla Maher Hailey Pappas

Team Carey Ryan Carey Dermott Crimmins Brody Wolf

Bumblebees Corinne Macchio Shelby Howald Phoebe Dillen

Team Mormile Jackson Peters Charles Bayduss James Livingston

Blue Belles Emily Swanson Alex Pontone Mia Casares

Team Hagopian Liam Fortney Luca Colasuonno Donald Clavin

Pink Bellas Megan Johnson Elizabeth Nick Anna Panarella

Team Mohsenian Robert Vona, Colin Slevin Nicholas Scacchi

Ladybugs Morgan Van Schoick Victoria Boettcher Grace Bosl

Team Jendras Andrew Bruno John Lattuca Landon Stoller

Butterflies Kellyn Blum Shay Falvey Alexis Gibbons

Team Smith Dermot Smith Gavin Reinhardt Matthew Scarantino

Dolphins Nina Wunsch Adriana Fusco Katie Bashford

Team Stimmler Owen Winter Liam Moylan Jacob Moran

Pink Panthers Holly Bremer Layla Ellis Mackenzie Fitzpatrick

Team Laufer Anthony Opedisano, Charlie Mathers , Anthony Licari

Blue Unicorns Molly McCatney Olivia Goncalves Everly Forelli

Team Groarke James Groarke Luke Brennan Leonardo Davi

Team Kolenik Declan Lawless Nicolas Osorio Logan Ng Michael Geiger Will Harrison

Kindergarten Boys

Team Crowell: Billy Supper Owen Novack

Gold Stars (Team Donohue): Teoman Gokbulut Demetrios Dounis Team Glace: Trevor Smith Caden Fowler Thomas Boysen Ryan Jackson Team Herrera: Harrison Williams John David Scianablo Team Kenna: Cooper Katinas Charles Tricarico and William Spinelli

Doran Hanrahan Ethan Rorer

Team 8 - Orange Crush Entire Team

Green Machine (Team Smith): Cormac Smith Chris Pospisil

Team 9 - Pinkalicious Jessica Duckfield Emily Dombrowski Ella Barlow

1st grade girls

Team 1 - The Blue Dolphins Sophia Cabarubbia Ava Considine Hailey Karol

Team 2 - The Pink Lemonade Emily Walsh Maggie Clavin Georgia Kall Team 3 - Dolphins Brooke Williams Amanda Backer Giuliana Bianco Team 4 - Maroon Bridget Russo Courtney Fox Erin Dolan

Team Leake: Tucker Leake Christian Ferrari

Team 5 - Red Devils Caroline Ciullo Charlotte Clark Katie Milo

Team Mancuso: Patrick Turley Eli Patrickakos

Team 6 - Green Alligators Entire Team

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Team 7 - The Cheetahs Zoey Wood Maeve Garvey Katie Koenig

The Islanders (Team Regazzi):

1st grade boys

Buccellato Cooper Glick John Gray Julian Clavijo Irwin Entire Team Archer Entire Team

Roddini Kevin Prybylski Lucas Fiechter Olcott Brad Gillette Tyler Feeney Gavin Macchio Michael Haedrich Christian Gamba Mohsenian James Steihl Eric Lam Gawlick Entire Team Doherty Michael Ferrucci AJ Haffner Bremer Dermott Laufer Cole Dowd

Ryan Bozelli Messi Bohdi Dillon Liam Horn

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France Grace Kumpel Mary Stewart Laila Kahn

Spain Marie Griffith Addison Santantonio Canada Lia Marquino Susanna Ryan USA Allie Reasoner Stella Goettlmann Guiiana Breglio Germany Emily Pariti Gianna Stafford Azra Zirhli Ireland Grace Berkery Lila Borrelli Anna Olcott Italy Emily Racich Samantha Racich Bridget Coviello England Caleigh McDonough Riley Hansman

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Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2908144. $1,499,000.

Garden City, NY 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath SD #18. MLS# 2934873. $1,589,000.

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

Garden City, NY 6-bedroom. 3.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2940106. $1,599,000.

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Garden City, NY 6-bedroom, 3.55-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2921219. $1,599,000.

Garden City, NY 5-bedroom, 2.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2931903. $1,695,000.

Garden City, NY 6-bedroom, 4.55-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2912129. $1,699,000.

Garden City, NY 8-bedroom. 3.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2938302. $1,995,000.

Garden City, NY 6-bedroom, 4.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2929647. $1,975,000.

Garden City, NY 6-bedroom, 3.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2851595. $2,100,000.

Garden City, NY 5-bedroom. 4.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2936861. $2,195,000.

Garden City, NY 6-bedroom, 6.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2938346. $3,798,000.

Garden City, NY 7-bedroom, 7.555-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2801260. $4,999,999. MLS# 2914367. $15,000/mo.

Freeport, NY 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath. SD #9. MLS# 2911994. $339,000.

UNDER CONTRACT

Hicksville, NY 3-bedroom, 1-bath. SD #17. MLS# 2929671. $498,000.

Floral Park, NY 4-bedroom, 2-bath. SD #22. MLS# 2925158. $535,000.

West Hempstead, NY 4-bedroom, 3-bath. SD #27. MLS# 2939453. $569,000.

Floral Park, NY 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath. SD #22. MLS# 2925298. $759,000.

Cathedral Gardens, NY 4-bedroom, 4-bath. SD #27. MLS# 2926253. $838,000.

Point Lookout, NY 3-bedroom. 2-bath. SD #28. MLS# P1285617. $1,799,000.

E. Williston,, NY 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath SD #2. MLS# P1282840. $1,899,000.

Great Neck, NY 9-bedroom, 6.55-bath. SD #7. MLS# 2910462. $2,650,000.

Westhampton Beach, NY 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath. SD #2. MLS# 2923368. $2,798,000.

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

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ON MEMORIAL DAY We remember that freedom is not free. We remember those who gave their lives, making the ultimate sacrifice for their country. Enjoy this holiday, but donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget the heroic men and women who worked and fought to let you do so freely!

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