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ADVANCED VISIONS ART

BY RIKKI N. MASSAND

Two Garden City High School Advanced Placement (AP) art students, Hallie Mallozzi (left) and Sophie Della Penna, had art works selected to this year’s “Advanced Visions” Exhibition at LIU’s CW Post campus. “This year’s exhibition was bigger than ever, hosting 30 schools and over 70 pieces in the exhibition,” shared AP Studio Art teacher Shawn Uttendorfer. “For a show that takes place so early in the exhibition calendar, the work was considerably strong.”

Schools, village explore shared use of fields BY RIKKI N. MASSAND

An all-in and targeted effort to coordinate the uses of Garden City Union Free School District playing fields and scheduling times for the local sports organizations, from the GCAA to Centennials’ soccer and several others, started in February, just as news on the construction of the third and largest Community Park turf playing field makes rounds in the village. In order to make the Parks and Recreation division of

the village’s municipal entity continue sports operations smoothly while various enhancements to municipally-owned facilities carry on, the school field facilities are considered the viable and necessary ‘interim’ ingredient. For the village, the ball figuratively falls in the district’s court complete with a letter of request and ancillary conversations with school administrators and leadership. At the Thursday, February 16 meeting of the village’s Board of Commissioners

of Recreation and Cultural Affairs, Recreation chairman and department head Kevin Ocker asked for input from all Garden City’s intramural sports programs and their necessities for field usage. They obliged, and a bit of fine-tuning on the asking end took place since then. The schools’ administration have not commented publicly as of yet. The subject did not come up for a discussion or action by the Garden City Board of Education at See page 51

For the second straight year the Garden City Union Free School District will be putting the use of its recently-created Capital Reserve Fund in front of the district’s voters for a referendum when the annual budget vote and school board election takes place in May. As several projects were funded by the approval of using a portion of the capital reserve fund last year, those plans are on schedule to start in the summer of 2017. The next phase of district projects that would be paid for without any tax implication, bonding and borrowing (interest) would take shape in Garden City over a period of years ahead, starting with 2018. Money in capital reserve was targeted for a maximum $10 million limit, to be accumulated over eight years. A year ago the first expenditure from it was sought and delivered. At the same time as the 2016-2017 budget’s vote last May 17, the use of $2.3 million out of the schools’ newest reserve account was approved by a margin of 1,342 to 293. On Tuesday night, the request came forward with background. Capital reserve was presented on a slide as “a resource which can be utilized by the school district to fund projects that preserve and enhance its facilities without placing undue additional burdens on the taxpayer.” On the Tuesday May 16 ballots, Garden City’s voting public will be asked to give the district permission to use $6.1 million as an allocation for the following capital projects: at the three lower schools (Locust, Homestead and Hemlock School) HVAC and mechanical work including fresh air intakes and uni-vents; a roof replacement at Homestead; a partial slate roof replacement and HVAC/ mechanical and fresh air intake for Garden City Middle School; HVAC, mechanical, fresh air intakes and masonry at Stewart School; roof replacement, first floor bathroom renovation and masonry work at Stratford School and at Garden City High School, a hot water heater, refinishing (painting) and replacing some classroom doors as well as HVAC work and uni-vents. Superintendent of Schools Dr. Robert Feirsen said “there’s a lot of mechanical work to be done” in most Garden City schools, given the ages of the buildings dating back to the 1950s. The uni-vents help to regulate temperature in classrooms and circulate fresh air. He says some classroom doors at GCHS are on their last legs after so many years of use. “We estimate a cost of $6.1 million, and since we had a $10 million limit this pretty much absorbs the rest of that fund. We will ask the community for approval for this if the school board approved and recommends it, and we would begin planning – this would enable us to maintain our buildings, and if we had to do some of this stuff one roof is easily over $1 million. If we had to do it from our operating budget we would not be able to do any (budget year) capital projects and we’d probably have to cut something from academic program to maintain the buildings,” Feirsen said. Feirsen spoke about the district’s planning for investments and See page 51

Garden City wrestlers place in county championships PAGE 51 Recycle your bicycles and sewing machines for charity PAGE 40

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

One taxpayer, two pockets

We are glad to hear that the various groups that need time on Garden City’s playing fields will be coordinating among themselves in the best interests of all of the residents. Because Garden City’s school district and village boundaries are almost coterminous, there are very few taxpayers who aren’t paying both village and school district taxes. It makes sense, then, to try to share costs as much as possible in order to save the taxpayers as a whole some money. To the extent practicable by law, let the village and school district pool their buying

of goods and services. For example, if the village can purchase office supplies cheaper than the schools or perform landscaping cheaper, then it would be ideal if the two entities could come to an agreement. Ideally, representatives from the business offices of both the school district and the village should be able to sit down on a regular basis and figure out ways to save money for both. Even if they only found a few items that would make sense to purchase jointly every little bit helps.

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To the Editor: When you are in government it is always prudent to take care of the problems you already have first and not make more for the next generation. Taxpayer’s dollars should be spent wisely after vetting by our legislators working with the communities they represent so everyone’s voice is heard. Over the last week in Garden City we heard about the various challenges to our water supply, with underground plumes of pollution coming from Roosevelt Field crossing over to Hempstead and from Fulton Avenue moving towards Queens. On Channel 12 we learned of new class 2 Superfund site in Hicksville. For 10 years our state government delayed declaring this building a significant health risk even though Girl Scouts and workers are using it. Why? Now the Governor wants all of us to rally around a third track on the main line through our village. During construction, we will allow the various contractors to use our streets, maybe our high school fields and, wherever eminent domain is needed, the State will use it. At a Western Property Owners Directors meeting we heard from a neighbor of the railroad tracks about the health concerns they have with the contaminants used in the right of ways for years. The residents near Nassau Haven Park are worried with 7 incidents of cancer on their small street adjacent to the tracks. Going back to my years at Garden City High School (‘72‘75), the LIRR was using Agent Orange to kill the weeds near our high school fields. The State Third Track Plan will dig up those right of way areas exposing

all of us to any contaminants that may still exist. Garden City needs to recognize the minimal safety improvements we are trading for this massive initiative. Why did the State and LIRR include a railroad crossing, with an infrastructure dream? This third track plan by Governor Cuomo is not a priority on any safety list. In fact you can’t find it in the MTA Capital Plan or State Budget. Our families and friends who use the LIRR will not be made safer by this initiative. If tax dollars were being used wisely, we would have a list of the most dangerous railroad crossings and set a priority for funding. The MTA and LIRR would repair the signals and the tunnels under the East River. The LIRR would update Jamaica Station’s switches that delay residents every year. What about our state legislative leaders who have been shut out of a process and with it, the possibility of Federal funding? This is a precedent fraught with danger, financially burdensome, and without logic. Albany, has been, and continues to have a sordid reputation with scandal after scandal. Former leaders from both Assembly and Senate now sit in jail. The Governor’s top advisor on the massive Buffalo project now sits waiting his day in court. As rumors swirl about deals being made with villages along the proposed 3rd Track, I am very proud of our Mayor Nicholas Episcopia, telling it like it is. Our limited NY State tax dollars should match a list of priority capital projects. I join with our Mayor and Trustees in opposing this project and hope other residents join forces to assist the opposition to this misguided initiative. . Gerry Kelly

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Meet Town Meats: Village resident finds niche on Seventh BY RIKKI N. MASSAND

The Cathedral Choirs At a special Evensong for Lent Bishop Lawrence Provenzano will install two new Honorary Canons to the Cathedral of the Incarnation. Choral Evensong has been in use in the Anglican Church (of which the Episcopal Church is a part) for centuries. The Service consists of prayers, two readings from Scripture, hymns and texts sung by the Cathedral Choirs. This particular Evensong will feature the Magnicifat and Nunc dimit-

tis by T. Tertius Noble, and the anthem “Geistliche Lied” by Johannes Brahms, all chosen to reflect the season of Lent. You are welcome to attend and enjoy the peacefulness and beautiful music at the end of the day on Sunday, March 5 at 4 p.m. in the Cathedral of the Incarnation. For further information visit the church website at www.incarnationgc.org or call the church office at 746-2955.

For Matthew and Kim Griffith of Cambridge Avenue, Garden City has been the “perfect match” – twice. Call it a business spin on the prototype story of a young couple from Manhattan that decides to move out to Long Island, finding a gem of a town perfect to raise their family in and commute in via LIRR. In this case Matthew Griffith, who studied both hospitality and restaurant management and culinary arts in New York City at the Culinary Academy downtown, ‘carved’ his own path from experience with a city bars and nightlife to settling down in the middle of Seventh Street in Garden City. He took over ownership of a well-known village destination last August in Town Meat Market. Piece by piece Griffith is envisioning a bright future and expanding its offerings. March marks four years for them as residents of Garden City, starting with their time renting a home on Cambridge Avenue, and before long they loved the block and their neighbors so much they bought there. Having Town Meat Market as their second anchor provides a new perspective. “I was looking for opportunities to own and start a business – which was

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always my dream – and to open a restaurant, and then Town Meat Market came up. It fits a little bit of everything that I wanted to do without the crazy hours of a restaurant, so I can still manage to have somewhat of a normal family life. I get to work with food and that’s what I always wanted to do,” Griffith explained. Long before moving to the Village of Garden City the couple met in the East Village in 2005. Matt was attending his culinary courses and working part-time as a bartender when he met Kim, an anti-trust lawyer who works close to Wall Street. They lived in Manhattan for the next five years. After their daughter Marie was born the couple started to look for a community to live in with excellent schools. With a 35-minute train ride to Manhattan, Garden City became the pick. Matt calls the village “the ideal location for kids” and lists community activities and the Garden City Pool as a huge draw. Marie attends Stratford School and the Griffiths could not be happier that they discovered home, complete with a business opportunity that serves the community. Matt saw progress leading to a great work-life

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This beautiful colonial is situated mid-block on a quiet tree lined street in the Western Section of town. The home features a living room with a fireplace and an updated kitchen that is open to the dining room and den. The windows, kitchen, bathrooms, boiler and central air conditioning are all new. The recently finished basement recreation area and the generous sized professionally landscaped backyard with its new stone patio are ideal for entertaining. The location and condition make this the perfect place to call home!

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Estates POA March Meeting All Garden City Estates residents are invited to attend the meeting of the Property Owners’ Association of Garden City Estates on Wednesday, March 8th at 8PM at Stratford School. The meeting will cover current topics affecting the community, including the proposed LIRR third track project, and will provide residents the opportunity to comment on these topics and to

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March 7th : Ladies Psychic Night at Havanna Central 6-10pm It is going to be a mystical evening… Please join us at Havanna Central (at Roosevelt Field Mall) where highly experienced intuitive, Tori Quisling, will teach us the key to unlocking our intuitive abilities and how to develop them. Some of the methods taught will include: how to use the 6th chakra to raise your clarity; understanding the aura, its role in your health, and the benefits of setting its boundaries. Tori will demonstrate clairvoyant reading and healing through a simple meditation and on-the-spot readings in the group. She will take one-on-one questions as time permits. Longer private readings can be scheduled at her office in the future. $65pp charge includes 2 cocktails, dinner and dessert. We will also be raffling off some fabulous prizes. Please follow the ladies night link on our website to purchase a ticket. March 18th: Couples Tennis Social 7:00 – 10:30pm As we know you don’t have to be Irish to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, just like you don’t have to be Bobby Riggs or Billy Jean King to participate in couple’s tennis!! Please join us as at The Garden City Community Park Tennis Center for a fun night of tennis. Cost is $65 per couple and includes the tennis, appetizers, beer, wine, soda and dessert. Wear some green, or a kilt or tons of shamrock tatoos…prize for the couple with most festive attire! March 29th : Movie Night 7:30pm Bow Tie Herricks Cinemas Celebrate the return of spring with a night out! Grab your girlfriends and come to Movie Night, where you will enjoy dinner, wine, popcorn, water, soda, candy, and more while catching a first-run movie in our private theater! Look out for more details on our next newsletter, on Facebook, in GC News or

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Garden City Kiwanis announces scholarship

The Garden City Kiwanis Foundation has announced that applications are now available for the 2017 Kiwanis Service Scholarship. The scholarship is open to any high school senior residing in the Garden City School District and is awarded in recognition of a student’s commitment to community service. Applications have been provided to

the Guidance Department of Garden City High School and to many of the private high schools in the vicinity. Interested students should contact their guidance department. The application may also be downloaded from the Garden City Kiwanis website, www.gardencitykiwanis.com The deadline for submitting an application is April 4th.

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Our Times Coffeehouse presents duo

Mike Tedesco and Kirsten Maxwell, performing as a duo, will take the stage on Friday, March 17 at Our Times Coffeehouse. Since 2015, Tedesco has been a member of the legendary New York Songwriter’s Circle, whose alumni include such notables as Norah Jones and Lana Del Rey. Kirsten Maxwell is also a songwriter whose stunningly pure voice has drawn comparisons to Joan Baez, Judy Collins and Joni Mitchell. Seeing these two super talented performers working together in the intimate setting of a coffeehouse will be a real treat for the audience. Tedesco’s most recently released six-song EP, called “Put To Rest,” consists of meticulous piano playing, heartfelt lyrics and rich vocals that showcase Tedesco’s keen storytelling abilities. Huntington native Maxwell was a winner of the 2016 South Florida Folk Festival SingerSongwriter Competition. “It was love at first listen!” declared Joltin’ Joe of Radio Nowhere On WMSC. “Not just Kirsten’s gorgeous voice but her

well-crafted songs about the intricacies of love and relationships.” Doors open at 7:15 PM that evening for ticket sales. The suggested donations are $20 adults and $15 students with ID; sorry, no pre-sales are available. Our Times Coffeehouse is in the Ethical Humanist Society building at 38 Old Country Road, two miles west of Meadowbrook Parkway next to the blue water tower. For more information, please visit www.ourtimescoffeehouse. org or call 516-741-7304. Our Times Coffeehouse, staffed entirely with volunteers, has been presenting live music for 27 years. OTC is dedicated to supporting affordable folk music on Long Island, and over the years has hosted hundreds of outstanding performers in a warm, intimate setting. The Our Times Coffeehouse is a joint project of the Ethical Humanist Society of Long Island (EHS) and the Long Island Progressive Coalition (LIPC), with the assistance of the Research and Education Project of Long Island (REP-LI).

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IN MEMORIAM Margaret Matthews Margaret Matthews, 103, 60-year resident of Garden City, died on January 1, 2017. Margaret Christina Matthews, nee MacKinnon, was born August 1, 1913. Born in Sydney, Nova Scotia to Alexander Ronald MacKinnon and Sarah Euphemia [Munro] MacKinnon. Predeceased by her husband of 51 years, John Clark Matthews, her two younger brothers, Murdoch Daniel MacKinnon of Toronto, Ontario and the Rev. Alvin McKinnon, of New Jersey; and survived by her three children, Robert Clark Matthews of Hoboken, NJ, Thane Alexander Matthews of Garden City, and Nancy Moira Matthews of New York, NY. Margaret was known for her infectious and vivacious laugh and her plain but hearty cooking, but especially for her warmth, compassion and genuine kindness. Proud of her Scottish/Canadian heritage, she practiced her Presbyterian faith as a member of Hempstead’s Christ’s First Presbyterian Church for forty plus years, before becoming a member of Marble Collegiate Church, NYC in 2000. As a young woman, Margaret immigrated to the US living first in Cambridge, Massachusetts, followed by Cleveland, Ohio where she worked as the executive secretary to the Stouffer Brothers, Gordon and Vernon Stouffer, before coming to NY in 1948 to marry John in Riverside Church, NYC. In addition to being a wife and mother, Margaret worked as a claims person at Helmus & Sons in Garden City for

Margaret Matthews twenty years. A lover of animals [cats especially] and classical music, her sure soprano contributed to many a church choir. A great lover and supporter of the arts and participant in many an amateur theatre group, Margaret successfully pursued print and commercial work in her 70s and 80s taking the LIRR to NY for go sees and auditions. A memorial service will be held at Marble Collegiate Church, Chapel, NYC, Sunday, March 26, 2017 at 2pm. Internment of ashes in Elmsdale, Prince Edward Island, Canada, beside her husband, John. The family requests that in lieu of flowers donations be made to the Alzheimers’ Foundation, or do a secret kindness for someone in need.

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Lenten Study Series at Community Church

United Church of Christ, having been called to On Sunday, March serve as teaching pas5th, at 9:15 - 10:15 AM, the tor of the GCCC, which Rev. Dr. Ian Rottenberg he calls home. Ian is will start a four-Sunmarried to Jen Hopper day Lenten Bible Study and they were married Series at the Garden on November 2, 2014. A City Community few weeks later he was Church (GCCC), based called to serve at GCCC on the book, “The Way: on November 23, 2014 40 Days of Reflection Ian is a former - Walking On The Director of Youth and Footsteps of Jesus” by Family Ministries Adam Hamilton. at GCCC and was an The Way is a devoAssistant Professor of Rev. Dr. Ian Rottenberg tional inspiring book Philosophy at Saint Leo on the life and ministry University near Tampa, Florida. Ian of Jesus Christ, enabling us to pause, was a philosophy professor at Fordham meditate, and emerged changed forever. University - Rose Hill located in Bronx, The devotions include Scripture, reflec- New York. tion, stories from Adam Hamilton’s The Community is invited to attend own ministry and prayers”. Each the forum in the church parlor. The Sunday will have a theme focus: Week Garden City Community Church is part One, March 5th will be on Baptism of the United Church of Christ and is and Temptation, Week Two, March an Open and Affirming congregation. 12th will be on the Healing Ministry, Worship services are Sundays at 8:30 AM Week Three, March 19th will be on in the chapel and 10:30 AM in the sancProclaiming the Kingdom, and Week tuary, with church school for children Four, March 26th will be on Calming and a crib room for infants and toddlers the Storm. during the latter service. Wednesday Ian, as he is fondly called by mem- Service is at 8:00 PM at Gardner Hall. bers of the GCCC, is a minister, a schol- The Garden City Community Church ar, a teacher, a writer, and a Mets fan. is located at 245 Stewart Avenue and He has degrees from Haverford College, Whitehall Blvd. For more information, Yale Divinity School, and Fordham call 516-746-1700 or visit our website at University. He was ordained by the www.gardencitycommunitychurch.org.

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Congratulations to Garden City High School’s Class of 2017 Valedictorian Alyssa DeGruccio and Salutatorian Seunghyun Woo. Alyssa’s seven-semester weighted GPA of 101.02 and Seunghyun’s 100.45 qualified them for the top academic honors of the senior

class. Alyssa and Seunghyun will speak at the Class of 2017 commencement ceremony on June 24th. “We are very proud of the hard work and dedication of top students,” said Principal McLaughlin. “Congratulations to Alyssa and Seunghyun!”

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The Cathedral of Saint John the Divine BY DOUG SHEER, COMMUNITY PROGRAMS COORDINATOR Coming this spring, Garden City School District’s Continuing Education Program will be conducting its first of four art trips. The initial trip will be to the Cathedral of Saint John the Divine. This trip will showcase the beautiful textile achievements of the 17th century along with the Cathedral’s own collec-

tion of world famous tapestries. Future trips will include The Museum of Art and Design, the Brooklyn Museum, and the Metropolitan Museum of Art. All trips leave from Garden City and will return at approximately 4:30 p.m. Please check your Continuing Ed. brochure, visit the district’s website at www.gardencity.k12.ny.us, or call 4781070 for more information.

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Demanding Answers

I am happy to report that at our last meeting the Executive Board of the Nassau County Village Officials Association (NCVOA) approved a resolution asking the MTA/LIRR to answer the legitimate questions and concerns about the Draft Environmental Impact Study (DEIS) raised by The Vertex Companies. Vertex, a highly respected environmental engineering firm, was retained by the Villages of New Hyde Park, Floral Park and Garden City to valuate and critique the DEIS. Additionally, I am pleased to report that the Board of the Eastern Property Owners’ Association (EPOA) has unanimously passed a resolution similar to the one above. Again, this asks for answers to some very serious issues raised by Vertex. Maureen Traxler, president of the Western Property Owners’ Association (WPOA), has sent the LIRR/MTA officials a detailed letter pointing out this POA's specific concerns. Joe Moody, EPOA president and chair of the Joint Conference Committee, has stated that at their recent meeting the sentiment was unanimously in favor of demanding that the MTA/LIRR answer the questions raised by Vertex. Some went even further and said the project should be postponed until vital work,

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such as switch and signal repair or replacement, is completed. One resident worthy of our thanks is EPOA Director Jennifer Donnelly. She has written and circulated an online petition opposing this project, which was signed by well over 500 people. This is an excellent example of the type of grassroots efforts our elected representatives take notice of. Finally, I am asking that every resident take a minute to thank Town of Hempstead Supervisor Anthony Santino and the entire Town Board for their $25,000 contribution to the villages who retained Vertex and special environmental counsel Beveridge & Diamond. These funds will help offset our legal and consulting fees and shows that this Board is solidly behind the Villages who want answers to the questions raised by Vertex.

Village Election March 21

The annual Village Election will be held on Tuesday, March 21, 2017 from 12 Noon until 9:00 p.m. at Village Hall, 351 Stewart Avenue. Registered Village residents will be voting for the following candidates:

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Absentee Ballots

Absentee Ballot applications to be used in conjunction with the General Village Election on March 21, 2017 are available at Village Hall, 351 Stewart Avenue. The Village Clerk must receive applications by March 14th if the ballot is to be mailed. For personal application, the deadline is March 20th.

Village Facilities Tour March 11th

A tour of Village facilities will take place on Saturday, March 11, 2017 beginning at 9:00 a.m. Participants will meet at the Senior Center on Golf Club Lane. The tour should last one-anda-half to two hours and return to the Senior Center. This is a great opportunity to not only see our facilities but to learn how much it takes to keep Garden City running efficiently.

Budget Work Sessions

The Board of Trustees will continue conducting work sessions to review the proposed 2017/18 Operating/Capital Budgets on: • Thursday, March 9 at 7:30 p.m.: Department of Public Works & Water Fund Work Session Police Department Work Session Fire Department Work Session • Weds., March 15 at 7:30 p.m. Recreation, Pool and Tennis Work Session Other General Expenses & Revenues Work Session Administration & Finance Work Session • Thursday, March 23 at 7:30 p.m. If needed • Monday, April 3 at 8:00 p.m. Adoption of Budget These sessions are scheduled to be held in the Board Room at Village Hall, 351 Stewart Avenue, Garden City, New York. All residents are welcome and encouraged to attend.

Board of Trustees Meeting Schedule

The next regularly scheduled Board of Trustees’ meeting will be on Thursday, March 16, 2017 at 8:00 p.m. I encourage all residents to attend Board of Trustees meetings so as to be thoroughly informed of Village issues from a first-hand perspective.

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Irish Night at GOP Club

At its meeting on March 7th, the Garden City Republican Club will host guest speaker Brian Pinnola, a Trustee of the Garden City Historical Society. Brian will discuss matters pertaining to the Historical Society, and the club will

also celebrate “Irish Night” with some delicious Irish treats. The meeting will be held on March 7th at 8 p.m. at 6 Garden City Senior Center on Golf Club Lane.

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While much of the focus in the early days of President Trump's administration has been on the new President and his various struggles, it might be worth focusing in this piece on Mr. Trump's Democratic opponents, who themselves face no shortage of challenges, as well as some opportunities. The Democratic glass is both half empty and half full. The half empty side is that the party’s overall representation in government is at its lowest level since the 1920’s. Having just lost the Presidency, Democrats do not control either house of Congress, have only 17 governorships out of 50 and have lost about 1000 state legislative seats in the last decade. In many parts of the country, particularly the South and rural areas, Democrats are very much a minority party. With the very likely confirmation of Judge Neil Gorsuch to the Supreme Court, Republicans are about to regain a majority on that court as well. Democrats have a particular problem in off year elections when large chunks of their base do not come out to vote. One major effect of the Democrats’ lack of success in electing candidates is a thin bench for national office. For example, there are few Democratic governors who are regarded as potential Presidential timber. California governor Jerry Brown, age 78, is considered too old and it remains to be seen if Governor Andrew Cuomo has much national appeal. Similarly, Democrats in Congress, led by Nancy Pelosi and Chuck Schumer, have few apparent leaders of the future, with the possible exception of Elizabeth Warren. It is symptomatic of the Democrats’ bench problem that this week they chose former Kentucky governor Steve Beshear, age 72, to deliver the response to President Trump’s joint address to Congress. On the half full side, Democrats have done very well in recent presidential elections. Indeed, they have captured the popular vote in six of the last seven elections since 1992, with two electoral college losses that could have been reversed by very

minor voting changes in key states. Thus, when they are able to get their voters out to the polls in a presidential year, the Democrats are difficult to outpoll. In addition, while the 2016 elections demonstrated the limitations of the theory, there is still something to the argument that the Democrats will benefit by the “coalition of the ascendant”, strong support among demographic groups that will become better represented in future elections. The other half full factor for the Democrats is that they have the bigger megaphone. Most of the media, and almost all of the academic and entertainment world, are dominated by liberals and Democrats. This means that they have the ability to mold the culture, far more that do Republicans and conservatives, to reflect their point of view. We have seen very recently this in the all-out opposition to President Trump in many quarters, from noisy demonstrations on campus, to calling Mr. Trump a liar in major publications to denunciations of the President on the Academy Award broadcast. There may be a danger of a backlash if the volume is always kept up to 11, but having great ability to influence and frequently control the debate is a big plus for the Democrats. There are a number of major questions for Democrats going forward. One issue is how much party leaders will take the lessons of 2016 to heart and appeal to pocketbook issues of rural and blue collar voters rather than focusing almost exclusively on causes important to their liberal base. Another related question is whether Congressional Democrats will make any effort at all to work with President Trump on areas of potential agreement like infrastructure or whether it will be four years of total opposition and talk of impeachment. Democrats still have a number of important strengths but they will have to work through these issues and others if they want to broaden their support, especially in years not divisible by four.

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It is with pleasure that the Eastern Property Owners’ Association of Garden City announces that it will once again award a $1,000 scholarship to a graduating high school senior who resides in the Eastern section of the village. The candidates, or their family, must be dues paying members of the EPOA. They must be currently attending public or private high school and be attend-

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Irish Singer Mary O’Dowd will be accompanied by fiddler Bob Mastro, left, and guitarist Ron D’Addario at the St. Patrick’s Day performance, Sunday, March 12, at the Historical Society Museum, 109 Eleventh Street. Put together a guitar and a fiddle, traditional Irish folk music, and the voice of Irish singer Mary O’Dowd and you have the “Sounds and Songs of Ireland for a Sunday Afternoon,” at The Garden City Historical Society Museum, Sunday, March 12. The incomparable Mary O’Dowd will be joined by guitarist/vocalist Ron D’Addario and fiddler/ vocalist Bob Mastro, and they are sure to deliver a fun and spirited afternoon. The Historical Society is grateful to this year’s St. Patrick’s Day sponsors: realtors Pat Savella, Liz Breslin, Denise Donlon and Tara Iori of Coach Realtors, John and Joseph Ardito of Ardito & Ardito law firm, Diane McGrath, owner of a State Farm Agency in Rockville Centre, and Glenn Martucci/TD Bank. We heartily thank you for your generous support. Don’t miss a music score that includes such Irish favorites as Patsy Fagan, Fields of Athenry, The Dutchman, Whiskey in the Jar, Danny Boy, Rings on My Fingers, Dublin in the Rare Ould Times, Irish Rover, Sweet Forget Me Nots, Will You Go Lassie Go, and many more. Add to the toe-tapping music, some Irish-inspired refreshments, and

it’s “sure and begorrah” gonna be a good time! The St. Patrick’s performance is scheduled for 3 p.m. Sunday, March 12, in the beautiful Victorian setting of the Society’s Museum at 109 Eleventh Street. Open seating begins at 2:30 p.m.; ticket donation is $35pp. Tickets for “Sounds and Songs of Ireland for a Sunday Afternoon” are on sale now at the Society’s consignment shop, the A.T. Stewart Exchange, on the Museum’s lower level, Tuesday-Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday from noon to 4 p.m. Tickets may also be purchased through the mail; please send a check for the appropriate number of tickets requested to The Garden City Historical Society, c/o Penny Hinderstein, 170 Kensington Road, Garden City, NY 11530. Make checks payable to The Garden City Historical Society. Tickets requested by mail, and received no later than March 6, will be sent directly by mail to the guest who placed the request. For further information on the event or ticket purchase, please call the A.T. Stewart Exchange during shop hours at 516-746-8900.

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My name is William McLaughlin, Life Scout with Troop 55, affiliated with the Cathedral of the Incarnation in Garden City. As a junior at Garden City High School, I am working on my Eagle Scout project to refurbish two sets of baseball field dugouts at Garden City’s Community Park and bring local business advertising to the outfield at Field 2. Working with Garden City Recreation and Parks Department, local businesses, scouts, and volunteers, we will clean, scrape, and paint the dugouts this month In addition, on a first come, first serve basis, twelve local businesses will have the unique advertising opportunity to place a 3’ by 5’ vinyl sign on the outfield fence of Community Park’s lighted premier little league Field 2 for 1, 2, or 3 years (every April 1st to October 31st). Thus far we have received seven advertising commitments with fiveremaining openings. As advertising space is limited, feel free to contact me directly for an Advertising Sponsorship Form at willeaglescoutproject@gmail.com and please CC my father at Daniel7.mcl@ gmail.com too. Fundraising efforts for the project will come from donations made from local businesses. Gift certificates, gift cards and gift baskets of goods from local Garden City businesses will be raffled off at our breakfast fundraiser. Fundraising (flyer) information is available upon request. Please join us for breakfast on Saturday March 11th from 8:00 – 10:00

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Students in grades kindergarten through 12 who reside in Garden City are reminded that the deadline for submissions to The Garden City Historical Society’s Children’s Juried Art Contest is Friday, March 17. The theme of the 2017 contest is “Historic Structures in Garden City”. Drawings must be created in pencil, color pencil, or pen and ink, and artwork must not exceed 18 by 24 inches, including matting. The contest has four categories: K-1, Grades 2 through 5, Middle School, and High School. There is a separate category for Photography/ Computer Graphics for high school students only (grades 9-12). The contest will be judged by local residents with art backgrounds. Awards will be presented to First Place, Second Place and Honorable Mention winners in each category. The Historical Society will host a reception for the winning artists and their families on Sunday, April 2, at The Garden City Historical Society Museum, 109 Eleventh Street, from 1 to 3 p.m. Awards will be presented at that time. In addition to the reception date, an exhibit, which includes all entries, will be open to the public at the Museum

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Historical Society art submission deadline: March 17

2016 Juried Children’s Art Contest Winners on Thursday, April 16, from 11a.m.2p.m. and Saturday, April 8, 1 to 3 p.m. Visitors are also encouraged to browse the Society’s Gift Shop and its consignment shop, the A.T. Stewart Exchange,

on the Museum’s Lower Level. For further information about the art contest, student permission forms, or to arrange for submission of artwork, please contact Mary Jane Caldwell, the

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It’s almost time to trade in those winter coats, scarves, and boots for the soft pastels and florals of a new spring season! With the warmer weather just around the corner, the Afternoon Tea Committee has been hard at work preparing for this year’s event which is offered FREE to Garden City’s senior citizens and past parents. In its eighth year, the Afternoon Tea is sponsored by the Garden City Public Schools with the support of the GC PTA, SEPTA, and Garden City High School. The Tea would also not be possible without the support of local businesses including SerendipiTea of Manhasset, The Garden City Hotel, Panera (Franklin Avenue), Bagelman of Garden City, Garden City Pizza, LaBottega, Riesterer’s Bakery Café, Starbucks (Seventh Street), Raymond Vinciguerra, and Christine Bernhard, to name a few of our valued sponsors. Please mark your calendars – the Afternoon Tea event will take place on Thursday, April 27th, 2017, 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. at Garden City High School. The event is modeled after a traditional English Afternoon Tea, and features delicious food and desserts served by high school volunteers, and the amazing musical and artistic talents of Garden City’s K-12 students. This year, the Tea will again feature

a Ladies Hat Contest with awards, so dust off those beautiful chapeaus! Other wonderful gifts and activities are planned for our attending ladies and gentlemen. The Afternoon Tea is free to senior citizens and past parents of Garden City but, due to limited seating and high demand, all guests MUST HAVE TICKETS. A ticket application form (limit – two per address) is listed on page 19 of the district’s Spring 2017 Continuing Education Catalog – delivered to every Garden City resident at his/her home address. The Afternoon Tea ticket form is also available online for home printing on the district website: www.gardencity.k12.ny.us, under “Recent News,” or ticket application forms can be picked up at Garden City Administration Building, 56 Cathedral Avenue, during regular business hours (Mon-Fri., 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.). Kindly address all ticket request forms to: 2017 Afternoon Tea, Office of Public Information, 56 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, NY, 11530, or you may drop off your completed form at the Administration Building, 56 Cathedral Avenue. No phone or email requests, please. Tickets are awarded on a first come, first served basis, and will be mailed to the recipients’ address, while supplies last.

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GC Community Theatre’s First Edition tickets on sale BY MARY CLARKE

Tickets go on sale Monday, March 6th for First Edition, this spring’s original musical production of The Garden City Community Theatre (GCCT). Shows will run Friday, March 24th at 8pm, Saturday, March 25th at 7pm and Sunday, March 26th at 3pm in Gardner Hall at The Garden City Community Church. Adult tickets are $20; Seniors and kids 12 and under are $15. 2017 marks the 20th anniversary of the GCCT. You can make this year’s production a landmark fundraiser by becoming a sponsor or patron. Become a Sponsor for $50 or a Patron for $100. Donations of $100 or more come with a free ticket to the show. This year’s play continues the tradition of great comedic acting along with familiar, beloved American music that promise fun, laughter and enjoyment for the whole family. The Community Theatre is a non-profit group that relies on the generosity of its supporters in and around the community. Coming to the play is the most obvious way to support the work of the GCCT. Theatergoers can help in other ways,

too. For each and every play a playbill is created where ads can be purchased helping to defray the costs of production. Full page ads are $50; half page ads cost $30. The deadline to buy and place an ad is Sunday, March the 5th. Please contact Ruby Gustavson at 516-746-1061 or at rubygustavson@gmail.com for all information relating to ticket sales, the playbill, ad forms and other matters concerning the play. You can also visit The Garden City Community Theatre’s Facebook page to download the playbill ad form. If you wish to become a Sponsor or Patron please make checks payable to The Garden City Community Church and mail your check to Ruby Gustavson, 70 Poplar Street,Garden City, New York 11530. For those contributing as Patrons please provide contact information so we can get your free ticket to you. The Garden City Community Theatre was formed in 1996 as a creative outlet for the many talented individuals living in the Church community and also as a means to fundraise for the Church. The Garden City Community Church is part of the United Church of Christ and is an Open and Affirming congregation.

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Adelphi Symphony Orchestra Concert

Experience the remarkable depth of talent in Adelphi’s Department of Music at the Adelphi Symphony Orchestra spring concert. The concert will take place on March 9 at 7:30 p.m. on the Westermann Stage, Concert Hall, Adelphi University Performing Arts Center (AUPAC), 1 South Ave, Garden City, New York. Under the direction of the Department of Music’s internationally active, multiple Grammy-nominated conductor Christopher Lyndon-Gee, the Adelphi Symphony Orchestra will perform Brandenburg

Concertos Nos. 3, 5, and 6. Elaine Comparone, Adelphi’s harpsichord professor, will play the virtuoso solo part in Concerto No. 5, paired with Igor Pikyazen, international prize-winning violinist, and student flutist Erica Mumford. Concerto No. 6, written for an unprecedented ensemble without violins, will feature violists Boris Deviatov and Rick Quantz, alongside violas da gamba Shinri Tanimoto and Douglas Bailliett. The program features as a distinguished soloist voice professor Jonathan Goodman, singing five of Bach’s greatest arias from the various Cantatas for Lent, including

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We seem to be having Spring mixed with winter every other week, but our snow drops are in full bloom all over the garden. I am not complaining, as it is always nice to see any flower blooming at this time. It gives you the idea that Spring will be coming on March 20th and it really will come that day. Our idea is that any kind of flower is nice if you can see it when so many of the other flowers are waiting for warmer weather. I can wait also! While the color green is a sign of Spring that does include St. Patrick ‘s Day. But remember that March can be a very tricky month. I have watched many a parade in March think St. Patrick’s Day - but many times they had snow and the parade went on. Green is also a sign that the weather will be improving and you will soon see the daffodils coming up along with a number of other flowers. Between the greens and yellows you can be very sure that Spring will be arriving. Just do not be impatient. Happy Birthday wishes go to Douglas Dieterich celebrated on March 1st and to Mary Gagliardo, who did the same for her Birthday on March 2nd. Many happy returns of the day to both of you. It will not be long before the golfers are getting ready to get their clubs ready and get on the links. It should be a good idea to practice a bit and get in shape for the long shots and be ready to start with nine holes and work up to the eighteen. A visit tot he Garden City Historical House will be good for all ages. See what a house from the beginning of our Village looked like. March has never been my favorite month but it does have a little something going for it. It has the St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Fifth Avenue. I am not sure, but I do think

that they have never had to cancel that parade. It must have something to do with the luck of the Irish. I watched it for many years from my office window and now I watch it on T.V. The Community Club of Garden City and Hempstead has a great opportunity to see what the club is all about. Their guest fee is always waived for the month of March and their programs are in the Garden City News. You don’t know what you are missing. Their programs are given at the Garden City Casino on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays starting at 1:30 p.m. Refreshments follow the program. It’s a very friendly group. What have you got to lose? They also have several different art classes in various mediums. There are tours offered to many interesting places. Spring will be here before you know it - I believe it comes in on March 20th, but Daylight Saving time will get here before it. Daylight Saving time starts on March 12th. How is that for moving right along? Somehow I get the feeling that our Garden City Recreation Department is busy getting the schedule ready for the Garden City Pool. No, it will not open in March, April or May but time does move faster as we go along, and June will be here before you know it. The road to a slimmer figure is not an easy one. Life seems to be paved with butter to take you to a warm place, cake is cursed, cream is awful and Guess Who is hiding in every waffle - his name begins with S and ends with n and it’s a five letter name. See if you can figure it out. See you next week and good luck with the puzzle.

Community Club to present program on Betty Friedan

Dr. Sally Ann Drucker will present a costumed recreation of Betty Friedan for the Community Club of Garden City and Hempstead on Thursday, March 16 at 1:30 p.m. Betty Ann Friedan was the author of The Feminine Mystique and founder

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Cathedral to offer two Adult Education programs

The Cathedral of the Incarnation is offering adults two opportunities to refresh and renew their spiritual lives during the season of Lent. Each class is open to the wider community and offered free of charge. The Wednesday evening Lenten Series “Breathing Under Water” will invite participants to relate the Twelve Steps to their everyday lives. Following a light meal, the class will discuss Richard Rohr’s book “Breathing Under Water: Spirituality and the Twelve Steps.” The Very Reverend Michael T. Sniffen, Dean of the Cathedral, will lead the class in an exploration of everyday compulsive and addictive behavior, and how the Twelve Steps can offer a spiritual solution as well as a way to engage the life of faith more deeply wherever you are on life’s journey. The Series will be meeting from March 8th through March 29th from 7pm to 9pm in the Mercer School of Theology located between Fourth and Sixth Streets on the Rockaway Road side of the Cathedral Grounds. The Sunday afternoon series “Catechumenate (Episcopal 101)”, led by Canon Pastor Michael Delaney, will offer an immersive experience in

Christian faith and practice, and is intended for those who would like to learn more about the fundamentals of the Episcopal Church and potentially prepare to become members. Each week, the group will gather for a simple meal and hear a talk on one of the central questions of Christian faith. Through listening and discussion, the group will wrestle with these questions in the context of faith with fellow seekers. The meetings will take place from Sundays March 5th through April 2nd from 12:30pm to 2 pm. in the Chapel of the Resurrection located in the Undercroft of the Cathedral. Registration is not required, but signing up is encouraged. Contact the Cathedral office at cathedral@ incarnationgc.org or (516) 746-2955 for more information. “Lenten Series: Breathing Under Water” Wednesdays March 8th through 29th, 7pm to 9pm at the Mercer School of Theology, 65 4th Street, Garden City “Catechumenate (Episcopal 101)” Sundays, March 5th through April 2nd, 12:30pm to 2:00pm in the Chapel of the Resurrection, Cathedral of the Incarnation, 36 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City

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Adult Art Class Registration Begins

The Garden City’s Department of Recreation and Parks will offer an adult art class this fall. This ten week program will teach the beginner as well as the advanced student the art of painting portraits and landscapes/still-life in pastel from photographs. Classes will be held Fridays from 9 to 11:30 a.m. The cost of this program will be $135. This class is open to adult residents who reside in the Inc. Village of Garden City. Classes are held in St. Paul’s Cluett Hall beginning February 24. The first lesson includes a portrait and landscape demonstration. At that time, a supply list is provided. Demonstrations will be available as needed throughout the program. Each student will receive the individual attention required as they move at their own pace and level of expertise. Arleen Rueth Urban, the instructor for this program, is a signature member of the Pastel Society of America. A winner of numerous awards, her portraits hang in many GC homes, as well as throughout the United States. A portrait of Elvis Presley permanently hangs in Graceland, and Barbara Walters is among her celebrity commissioned subjects. This year Arleen has added some basic drawing techniques to her pastel workshop. Those wishing to draw with pencil and/or charcoal only are invited to join this class. To register for this session please visit the Recreation and Parks office at 108 Rockaway Avenue. If you have a password, you may register online at gcreconline.gardencityny.net.

Special Events for the Month of March

Friday, March 3 at 3:30 pm – Senior and Student Chess Day! –Enjoy an hour of chess with students from Garden City High. Any skill level is welcome. This program begins at 3:30 pm. Friday, March 3 at 2 pm – Fall Prevention Program – This group workshop will use education and exercise to give participant the info they need to feel safer and more confident in their daily lives. It will be held for 6 Fridays in a row at 2 pm and will be run by Elizabeth Mallozzi, Occupational Therapy Student of SUNY Downstate Medical Center. Thursday, March 9 at 10 am – Computer Class, Introduction to Email Part 2 – Attaching and Downloading Having trouble finding the document you want to attach to an email? Can’t find the picture you just downloaded? In this class you will learn how to attach files and download and understand the Windows file structure including drives, folders and files. Prerequisites: Kindergarten and 1st Grade, Intro to Email. Computer skill knowledge a must for this class. Wednesday, March 15 at 1 pm – Please join us as we enjoy the sounds of Linda Ipanema and the Dixie Cats. The Dixie Cats are known for their Dixieland jazz and swing sounds. Dancing and sing-

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ing along is encouraged! Thursday, March 23 at 10 am Introduction to Computers 3 This hands-on class covers multitasking, working with graphics, using Windows drawing and painting tools, using copy and cut and paste. Prerequisites: Computer Kindergarten and Computer 1st Grade or a good knowledge of computer skills. Register for any of the above programs by calling The Senior Center at 385-8006.

Exercise for Seniors

Recreation and Parks is offering the following exercise classes for seniors at The Senior Center on Golf Club Lane. For the next few months the classes will be free in order to for you to try each class, after which they will be offered at a nominal charge. Classes are open to all seniors ages 60 and older who are residents of the Inc. Village of Garden City. Classes might be canceled due to a special event or trip so please check the bulletin board at The Senior Center for updates. MONDAYS Exercise with Felicia at 10 am Tai Chi with Connie at 1 pm Meditation with Connie at 2 pm TUESDAYS Yoga for all Levels with Allie at 11:15 am Chair Dancing with Felicia at 2:30 pm WEDNESDAY Exercise with Felicia at 9:45 am Chair Yoga with Connie at 11 am THURSDAY Exercise with Joy at 9 am (paid class, prior registration is needed) Yoga for all Levels with Allie at 11:15 am Yoga for all Levels with Allie at 12:15 pm FRIDAY Exercise with Felicia at 9:45 am Resistance Bands w/ Felicia at 10:45 am Meditation with Connie at noon Tai Chi with Connie at 1 pm

Registration for upcoming Senior trips - New trips added

The Recreation and Parks Department, with the advisement of the Senior Advisory Committee, is sponsoring the following trips for seniors who are residents of the Inc. Village of Garden City during the upcoming months. Please remember to register early because all trips are first come, first served. No registrations will be taken before they are announced in the paper and payment must accompany any registration. Tuesday, March 7 – Trip to Resorts World Casino - Garden City Recreation and Parks has arranged a trip to Resorts World Casino at Aqueduct for Tuesday, March 7. We will leave St. Paul’s Senior Center at 10:15 am and travel by Recreation bus to Resorts World. Lunch is on your own. We will leave the Casino around 4 pm. The cost of this trip is $5.00. The current casino promotion for the month is-Earn 10 points and receive $20 in slot play and $10 food coupon and is subject to change. We will know later in the month as to March’s promotion. If you would like

to join us on this fun trip, please visit our office at 108 Rockaway Avenue to register. Wednesday, March 22 Broadhollow Theatre in Elmont for the musical “She Loves Me”. We will travel on the Recreation bus for this trip. The bus will leave the parking lot by St. Paul’s Center at 1:15 pm. The cost of this trip will be $25, checks only made payable to Broadhollow Theatre. To register, please visit the Recreation Office at 108 Rockaway Ave. Wednesday, March 29 – Cradle of Aviation Museum and Maggiano’s – We will leave the Recreation Office at 108 Rockaway Ave at 9:45 am and visit the Cradle of Aviation Museum in Uniondale where we will tour the museum on our own and see one of the Museum’s shows. We will then head to Maggiano’s for a family style lunch. The cost of this trip will be $38.50, with $13.50 due now in a check made payable to the Cradle of Aviation Museum, and $25 in cash due when we board the bus for our lunch. We will return to the Recreation and Parks Office after lunch. Thursday, April 20 - A Night at the Opera to see “Aida” at the Metropolitan Opera House. We will travel by coach bus and dinner will be on your own. Seating is limited. The cost of this trip will be $75, checks only, made payable to Jo Falabella. Please note – this trip is now filled. Wednesday, April 26 - Westbury Manor for Lunch and “My Fair Lady”. We will travel on the Recreation bus for this trip. The bus will leave the parking lot by St. Paul’s Center at 11:15 am. The cost of this trip will be $40, checks only made payable to Plaza Theatrical Productions. To register, please visit the Recreation Office at 108 Rockaway Ave. Wednesday, May 3 – Tour of Grand Central Station, Lunch, and a Narrated Sight Seeing Cruise of lower Manhattan. We will travel by coach bus into the city and stop at the 100 year old Grand Central Station, where we will receive a guided tour. After our tour, we will have lunch at La Nonna in Little Italy and then head toward South Street Seaport where we

will board the Zephyr to receive a narrated tour by boat of lower Manhattan. The cost of this trip will be $90, checks only made payable to Rendezvous Travel. To register, please visit the Recreation at 108 Rockaway Avenue. 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. 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. To register for any of these trips, please visit the Recreation Office at 108 Rockaway Ave. Please note, once the fees are sent to the venues, they are not refundable so make your selections carefully. All trips are open senior residents of the Inc. Village of Garden City only.

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Schedule of Events

Monday, March 6 - Regular Meeting Monday, March 13 - St. Patrick’s Day Hot Lunch Corned Beef and Cabbage Monday, March 20 - Regular Mtg. Monday, March 27 - Sandwiches Bowling every Friday during season at Herrill Lanes. Contact Joe Leto at 2489022. 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.

About the GC Retired Men’s Club

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

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WPOA offers scholarships

The Western Property Owners Association (WPOA) is once again proud to participate in the Garden City High School scholarship program this spring. The Association will award two, $500 scholarships: the WPOA Scholarship in memory of Past Presidents John F. Traxler, Paul J. Muscarella and Tom Whalen, and the WPOA Association Scholarship. The WPOA takes this opportunity to remind graduating seniors of its scholarship criteria. [Note: a parent of the senior who applies must have been a member of the WPOA for three years— including the year the student makes the application—in order for that student to be considered for a WPOA scholarship.] The deadline for student applications is April 21, 2017. Student candidates must: • live in the Western Section of Garden City [this area is bordered on the north by the main line of the LIRR, on the east by the west side of Tanners Pond and Edgemere Roads, on the south

by Cambridge Avenue and on the west by Jefferson Street]; and a parent must be a dues paying member of the WPOA for three years, including the year the student is making the application; • be actively involved in student life at Garden City High School, but not limited to academic accomplishment; • demonstrate a willingness to participate in community service; and • be prepared to use the scholarship to further their education. Garden City High School seniors who reside in the Western Section are encouraged to stop by the High School Guidance Office to inquire about and receive an application for the 2017 WPOA scholarships. The WPOA established its scholarship 16 years ago, granting its first scholarship in 2002. Over the years, it has been a privilege to assist deserving students as they continue their education. Students can also access the criteria on the WPOA website: www. gcwpoa.com.

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L E G A L LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT – COUNTY OF NASSAU THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATE HOLDERS OF CWMBS, INC., CHL MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 200711 Plaintiff against HENRIETTA CALANDRINO, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on December 23, 2016. I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction in the Calendar Control Part (CCP) Courtroom of the Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, N.Y. on the 14th day of March, 2017 at 11:30 a.m. premises described as follows: 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. Said premises known as 4 Main Avenue, Garden City, N.Y. 11530. (Section: 33, Block: 240, Lot: 66). Approximate amount of lien $ 765,147.04 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgment and terms of sale. Index No. 004498-12. Steven Lloyd Keats, Esq., Referee. McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, P.C. Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 145 Huguenot Street – Suite 210 New Rochelle, New York 10801 (914) 636-8900 GC 0572 4X 02/10,17,24,03/3 LEGAL NOTICE BNDRE LLC Articles of Organization - filed with the SSNY on 1/31/2017. Office location: Nassau County. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: The LLC, 75 Anstice Street, Oyster Bay, NY 11771. Purpose: Any lawful purpose” GC 0585 6X 03/03,10,17,24,31,04/07

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LEGAL NOTICE DONALD P MAC LEOD D52-1 GARAGE 97.20 INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF GARDEN CITY DONALD P MAC LEOD D52-1 GARAGE 97.20 GARDEN CITY, LONG ISLAND, NEW YORK PHYLLIS MARINO D52-2 UNIT#M28 949.39 NOTICE OF SALE M VIRGINIA FORTNEY D52-2 UNIT#310 170.67 OF REAL ESTATE FOR THOMAS A & VIVIENNE S UNPAID 2016 VILLAGE TAXES LEWIS, J D 117 4,303.30 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on March 31, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. MAP OF FRANKLIN COURT at the Village Hall, 351 Stewart Avenue, in the Village of Garden DANIEL & KIM MALLAR City, New York, pursuant to direction of the Board of Trustees SALSBERG G 40-41 2,843.98 of said Village, I, the undersigned, Treasurer of said Village, will MAP OF GARDEN CITY CENTRAL sell at public auction the following described real estate in said GERTRUDE KRUPEN 2C L106 UNIT#C3 1,138.72 Village together with any improvements thereon, to discharge the THOMAS B KADE 3 23 3,875.57 unpaid 2016 Village tax, interest and other charges which may be GARDEN CITY MED CORNER LLC 7 18-G05 1,687.61 due thereon at the time of the sale. Such real estate will be sold DANIELLE MOSER BALAN 10 2 11,056.29 subject to any unpaid assessments thereon levied by said Village GARY & TIFFANY RUFRANO 23 A 7,247.10 prior to the date of such sale and any unpaid tax liens for years DR DAWN F TORRE 51 2 4,429.10 prior to 2016 purchased and held by said Village, and subject to JOHN & SUSAN MC CONNELL 550 48 3,862.99 the provisions of the New York State and Federal Soldiers’ and EDGAR & BARBARA RAMIREZ 550 57 3,573.65 Sailors’ Civil Relief Acts, as amended, insofar as the same may MAP OF THE GREENS be applicable to the owners of any said following described real MRS ANGELINA J CINNELLA 616 16 3,244.04 estate. Purchasers will be required to pay the amount of their MAP OF GARDEN CITY EAST respective bids to the undersigned within ten days after the sale, CORINNE & ROD STRAEHLE 115 7 8,189.07 pursuant to the provisions of Section 1454 of the Real Property ERIK ANDERSON 139 3-4 4,479.43 Tax Law of the State of New York, as amended, and upon such JORGE, CATHERINE & LINA payment shall receive a written certificate of sale describing the GARDYN 140 19-21 7,850.95 real estate purchased and the sum paid therefor. RAYMOND & JOAN RIPP 144 A-5 3,108.18 The following is a list or statement of the real estate upon ANCONA ACQUISITIONS 147 23-26 9,587.04 which such 2016 tax is unpaid, with the amount of such 2016 tax, 1051 FRANKLIN AVENUE, LLC 152 11-12 43,785.24 together with interest and other charges due thereon to March MAP OF COUNTRY CLUB ESTATES 31, 2017. EAMON & RESHMA MCGOWAN 3 44-46 6,376.59 QUANTUM REALTY REPUTED OWNER OR TOTAL DEVELOPMENT 3 75-77 4,036.60 OCCUPANT BLOCK LOTS TAX SALE VICKY KARAYIANNIS 5 46-50 3,427.71 MAP OF COUNTRY LIFE DEVELOPMENT MAP OF GARDEN CITY BOULEVARD MICHEL J MALOOF P 267-268 5,976.19 DONALD & EDEN BARNES - 8-11 5,700.06 BRIAN PINNOLA Q 306 2,743.34 MAP OF GARDEN CITY ESTATES CHRISTINE SARCINELLI T 336 6,766.93 NIDIA RUIZ 7 10-13 6,413.18 MR & MRS DOUGLAS ANDERSON Z 468-W 3,020.11 MARK & JEANETTE BASHFORD 7 42-45 3,473.01 MAP OF GARDEN CITY LAWNS RICHARD H. HARPER, JR. 11 69-70 2,793.66 TARA LYNN TALMADGE 6 46-49 5,796.59 JOHN & TRICIA SCARLATA 20 5-8 4,001.37 PETER CROUCHLEY 9 1-4 8,595.46 WENDY HOEY 24 54-57 8,385.78 MR & MRS JOHN C MATTHEWS 15 61-64 2,768.51 SANDRA DE SANTIS 40 72-76 4,564.97 BEN M & JUNG H CHANG 33 56-59 2,724.48 MRS MARILYN F JENSEN 51 15-18 7,729.01 DIANE O’MALLEY 38 35-37 4,786.36 SUSAN C SCHMELZER 65 29-31 6,545.25 107 WILLOW CORP, ARTHUR MICHAEL A GALLAN 67 1-7 10,961.40 BRAICO 39 64-67 2,227.56 MICHAEL & DONNA ARLOTTA 73 67-69 2,843.98 GEORGE & MANUELITA CODY 41 39-42 6,344.63 JOHN & SONIA BARBERAN 85E 48-52 2,999.98 MRS VIVIAN B CAINE 52 A 492.58 HAROLD & LUCILLE KARMIOL 89 1-5 4,183.80 OWNER UNKNOWN 53 B 492.58 JOHN & ELIZABETH GRAY 96 4 5,913.58 PAT IPPOLITO 62 20-22 5,560.34 MAP OF GARDEN CITY GABLES MAP OF MINEOLA PLAZA JONATHAN MARTIN 8 55-57 3,422.68 MARIANELA AFRIDI 7 S1-S5 2,743.34 MAP OF GARDEN CITY IMPROVEMENT CO. JOSEPH D’ALESSIO, II 10 N1-N5 2,718.18 MR NICHOLAS GRASSO - 1 104.60 DONNA ROBINS 14 53-54 1,837.56 MR & MRS WALTER SCHULTZ - 461-462 285.67 HELMUT RESSMEYER 17 11-13 4,889.59 STANLEY & LAURA DZIOMBA - 481-482 2,114.33 EVE OBRENSKI 17 42-45 2,459.24 MAP OF NASSAU HAVEN JACK VERGA 18 57-60 5,024.33 A SIOUKAS A 13-14 2,089.16 STEPHANIE L BATTLE-HORSKY 19 17-21 3,095.59 B HUNT, D TURNER B 12 6,545.25 JAMES & BRIDGETTE FLORENCE RISMAN F 33-34 885.74 MASTAGLIO 22 66-68 4,239.90 MISS MAURA J. HUGHES G N1-N5 2,818.83 GLENN & JANE SANACORA 23 16-18 2,718.18 MAP OF PARK MANOR KATHLEEN E HANSEN 23 67-70 5,850.42 LYNDA A RUBIN - 128-131 3,045.27 JOSEPH & ALICIA CONEFRY 24 41-47 2,793.66 PANTELIS & ANDREA GLITTER PROJECTS INC 25 S36-S40 7,476.42 CHRYSAFIS - 310-316 6,470.66 MAP OF PELL GARDENS MAP OF RICHLANDS MELISSA SMITH 530 56 4,932.95 MICHAEL J & EVELYN JOHN & KATHLEEN RUSS 532 25 6,477.78 SCHWANTNER 5 87-90 3,158.50 MR & MRS GEORGE KAFTAN 532 27 5,821.62 RONALD & KALIOPE SPIELER 10 47-54 3,025.15 EDWARD & ERICA KENNA 536 14 5,149.20 EILEEN M GRIFFITHS 12 64-65 4,661.73 MAP OF DESCRIPTIVE PROPERTY MAP OF SHAW GARDENS PANTELIS & ANDREA RECKSON ASSOCIATES D 2 29,824.70 CHRYSAFIS B 3-4 958.19 TAGRE S.A. LTD D 22 8,304.13 GARY & GINA GULLO X 1-3 5,884.10 601 FRANKLIN ASSOCIATES MAP OF STEWART MANOR SEC #1 LLC D45A UNIT#120 5,204.87 HERCULES M & LISA D SIRICO 19 64-66 5,148.48

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ALL ISLAND R/E HOLDINGS-6O NHP 21 19-20 4,152.34 JOSEPH ONORATO 21 21-22 5,649.40 Irene Woo Village Treasurer Garden City, New York February 24, 2017 The Incorporated Village of Garden City does not discriminate on the basis of disability for admission to, access to, or participation in its programs, activities or public meetings, and has designated Karen M. Altman, Village Clerk, as Disability Compliance Coordinator. Persons with a disability who wish to attend a meeting should contact Karen Altman at least 24 hours in advance of meeting at: 351 Stewart Avenue Garden City, New York 11530 (5l6)465-4051 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m GC 0581 3X 02/24,03/03,10 LEGAL NOTICE BOARD OF EDUCATION Garden City Union Free School District PUBLIC NOTICE: is hereby given for separate sealed bids for: Breezeway Window Reconstruction at Garden City Middle School and Auxiliary Gymnasium Window Reconstruction at Garden City High School. Bids will be received by the School District, on Thursday March 16, 2017 at 3:00 PM in the Administration Office, 56 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, NY 11530, and at said time and place publicly opened and read aloud. The Contract Documents may be examined at the Office of the Architect, BBS Architects, Landscape Architects and Engineers, P.C., 244 East Main Street, Patchogue New York, (631-475-0349); however the Contract Documents may only be obtained thru the Office of REV, 330 Route 17A Suite #2, Goshen New York 10924 (877272-0216) beginning on March 1, 2017. Complete digital sets of Contract Documents shall be obtained online (with a free user account) as a download for a non-refundable fee of Forty-Nine ($49.00) Dollars at the following websites: www. bbsprojects.com or www. usinglesspaper.com under ‘public projects’. Optionally, in lieu of digital copies, hard copies may be obtained directly from REV upon a deposit of One Hundred ($100.00) Dollars for each complete set. Checks for deposits shall be made payable to the DISTRICT, GARDEN CITY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT and may be uncertified. All bid addenda will be transmitted to registered plan holders via email and will be available at the above

referenced websites. Any bidder requiring documents to be shipped shall make arrangements with the printer and pay for all packaging and shipping costs. Plan holders who have obtained hard copies of the bid documents will need to make the determination if hard copies of the addenda are required for their use, and coordinate directly with the printer for hard copies of addenda to be issued. There will be no charge for registered plan holders to obtain hard copies of the bid addenda. The bid deposit for hard copies will be returned upon receipt of plans and specifications, in good condition, within thirty days after bid date, except for the lowest responsible bidder, whose check will be forfeited upon the award of the contract. The Contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder or the proposals will be rejected within 45 days of the date of opening proposals. Bids shall be subject, however, to the discretionary right reserved by the School District to waive any informalities, accept or reject any alternatives, reject any proposals and to advertise for new proposals, if in its opinion the best interest of the School District will thereby be promoted. Each bidder may not withdraw his bid within 45 days after the formal opening thereof. A bidder may withdraw his bid only in writing and prior to the bid opening date. Dated: March 1, 2017 BY ORDER OF THE: BOARD OF EDUCATION Garden City Union Free School District GC 0584 1X 03/03

Lisa Arning and Susan MacDonald

Ellevate Women’s Networking with a purpose

Lisa Arning (Admission Technician, LLC) and Susan MacDonald (Daniel Gale Sotheby ‘s Realty) residents of Garden City, are co-leaders of Ellevate Long Island. Ellevate is a global women’s network that believes in the positive impact of women in business helping women advance in the workplace, both for themselves and the greater good. The Long Island chapter is focused on personal and professional development and networking with a purpose.

For Women’s Month in March Ellevate Long Island is hosting a co-ed networking event at The Mercer School on The Cathedral Campus on Tuesday, March 28th 6-9pm, screening the documentary “She Started It”. “She Started It” is a film following five trailblazing, passionate, young women who want to compete and thrive in the competitive boy’s network of high tech start ups. The film follows these five women through action driven

storytelling. “She Started It” explores the structural roots of female under representation in and exposure to entrepreneurship. Refreshments will be served. Registration in advance required: https://www.ellevatenetwork.com/events/6071women-s-history-month-filmshe-started-it For more information please call Susan MacDonald at 516.643.5286 or Lisa Arning at 516.695.0509.

The Parhelion Trio at Adelphi

The latest installment in Adelphi’s New Music series features The Parhelion Trio, a flute-clarinet-piano ensemble with a dedication to contemporary music. The Parhelion Trio will perform on Saturday, March 4 at 8:00 p.m. in the Adelphi University Performing Arts Center (AUPAC), Westermann Stage, Concert Hall, 1 South Ave, Garden City, New York. The Parhelion Trio—Sarah Carrier (flute), Ashleé Miller (clarinet), and Andrea Christie (piano)—is a New York City based, all-female ensemble dedicated to bringing contemporary music to diverse audiences through innovative

programming. In 2016, The Parhelion Trio was a semi-finalist in the inaugural M-Prize International Chamber Music Competition, the largest chamber competition in the world, and was offered a one-year management prize. Highlights from past concert seasons include performances at National Sawdust, Metropolitan Museum of Art “ETHEL and Friends” Series, Cornelia Street Café, Southampton Cultural Center, CUNY Graduate Center, Stony Brook University and the 2014 National Flute Association Convention, among many others. The trio was also featured in a June 2016 interview with

Dan Dunford on Episode 44 of his music podcast “Divergent Paths,” which can be downloaded on iTunes. AUPAC is one of Long Island’s premier cultural arts venues for entertainment of all kinds. Tickets are currently on sale and are priced at $20, with discounts available to seniors, students and alumni. Information is available at the Lucia and Steven N. Fischer Box Office at 516.877.4000 or boxoffice@adelphi.edu. Regular box office hours are Tuesday through Friday from 1:00-6:00 p.m. The box office is also open two hours before most scheduled performances.

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Real estate agency named “Best of Long Island”

Signature Premier Properties won an award in the Bethpage Best of Long Island competition when it was named the Best Real Estate Company for 2017. Signature Properties has 13 active offices including one in Garden City. The awards took place at Honu in

Huntington on February 8th. Top producing agents were given awards to reward them for their success. The company also celebrated its 10-year anniversary by playing a video showing its journey through the years with past pictures and accomplishments.

From left to right, top: Bonnie Amenita, Kathy Kirby Viard (Owner), Gregg Catalano, Stephen Caronia, Claire Leface, Glenn Kennedy, Peter Morris (Owner) From left to right, bottom: Andrea D’ Eloia, Donna Spinoso, Debra Power, Michele Denker, Joseph Descovich

The

Kordes

K orner

John Ellis Kordes

P h o to g r a p h y H is to r y

This is how Adelphi College looked when it opened in Garden City in the fall of 1929. Originally founded in Brooklyn in 1896, Adelphi’s arrival as an all women’s college (men were admitted after WWII) added another dimension to Garden City’s uniqueness as a community. The original three buildings pictured here were Levermore, Blodgett and Woodruff., all designed by the famous firm of McKim, Mead and White. The building on the horizon rising like a castle is St. Paul’s School. Today, that barren land is now a beautifully landscaped campus with an eclectic group of architectural styles incorporated in the buildings constructed over the decades. In 1962 it became a university and is a hugely successful part of Garden City.

Irish History on Long Island

Carole Coyne, Michele Glassberg, Deirdre Severine, Peter Morris (Owner), Kathy Kirby Viard (Owner), Fran Mazer Janine Gleusner, Karen RavnHeuwetter, Anne Marie Bechand, Jennifer Monahan, Michele Denker (Manager of Cold Spring Harbor Office)

The next meeting of the Irish Cultural Society brings one of the region’s top historians to the stage of the Garden City Public Library, 60 Seventh Street, on Wednesday, March 8 at 7:30 p.m. The meeting is free and open to the public. It is too true that we are often unaware of the history right under out own feet. How many of us are unaware of a mass grave, including many Irish immigrants, in nearby Lynbrook. The tragedy of the wrecks of the vessels the Bristol and the Mexico is the subject of the guest speaker’s talk at this meeting. Arthur Matson’s topic is “A Landmark Event in Irish American History: The Wrecks of the Bristol and the Mexico.” Mr. Matson has written a book, Water and Ice about the tragic wrecks in 1837 which claimed the lives of about 215 pas-

sengers, most of them Irish immigrants. Art Matson is Village Historian of the Village of Lynbrook. He holds an annual ceremony with the AOH of the Rockville Cemetery to honor the lost souls of this avoidable tragedy. Mr. Matson will make a dramatic subject even more compelling with a Power Point presentation. Society president Clare Curtin will invite the audience to march with the Society on Sunday, March 5 at the St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Mineola. Marchers will assemble at noon behind the courts near the intersection of County Courthouse Road and Old Country Road and march north on Mineola Blvd. to Jericho Tpke. She will suggest that marchers dress warmly for this earliest of St. Patrick Day parades.

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As we approach the month of March, it is clear that the 2 year old students at Garden Manor Nursery School have come a long way from their first days in September. They love to see their teachers and friends. A routine is in place and the students are doing a great job following the structure of the day. Mrs. Cacciabaudo and Mrs. DeVito have created a nurturing atmosphere where the children are able to explore and have fun while learning about the world around them. The children enjoy painting and crafting during table time. They go out to the playground when the weather is nice and enjoy free play in the classroom. The students are exposed to colors, shapes and even the first letter in their name! They sit for stories, love to sing and dance as well as use the rhythm sticks. These little students are also learning how to share, follow directions and be kind to their friendsall very important skills! These curious 2 year olds are eager to learn

Fun with shaving cream!

and continue to blossom everyday! Garden Manor Nursery School at Christ

Episcopal Church is located on Jefferson Street in Garden City. We offer pre-school pro-

grams for 2, 3 and 4 year olds and are currently enrolling for the 20172018 school year. To find

out more about Manor Nursery or to schedule please visit our

We love to read books on the rug

So much fun in school playing with our friends

More book time

Garden School a tour website

at www.GMNS.org or call us at (516) 775-2626.

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2 year olds blossom at Garden Manor Nursery School

Friday, March 3, 2017 The Garden City News

Bike collection sign

Bikes arriving in Guatemala

Recycling bikes and sewing machines—Collection on April 1

Returned Peace Corps Volunteers of Long Island, in partnership with the Ethical Humanist Society of Long Island, is collecting used bicycles and sewing machines on Saturday, April 1 (rain or shine) from 11 am to 2 pm, at the Ethical Society, 38 Old Country Road in Garden City (at the western end of Old Country Road, next to the water tower). Items collected will be refurbished by the international project Pedals for Progress & Sewing Peace and sent to developing communities overseas. Anyone with an adult or child’s bicycle in repairable condition or a working portable sewing machine is urged to donate the item. The program does not accept “bikes for parts,” disassembled bikes or tricycles. It costs $40 to collect, process, ship, rebuild and distribute each bicycle. A donation toward shipping costs is necessary (suggested minimum $10 per item). All cash and material donations are fully deductible and a receipt will be provided on site. This is the 14th bike/sewing machine collection organized by Returned Peace Corps Volunteers of Long Island and the second time it has been co-sponsored by the Ethical Society. Huntington resident Kathy Williams-Ging was the first to suggest a bicycle collection to the Returned Peace Corps Volunteers of Long Island. She learned of Pedals for Progress from a friend in New Jersey. Kathy says:” I lived in Peru as a Peace Corps volunteer for two years in 1971 and 1972 without a vehicle. I learned first hand what it was like to depend on public transportation all of the time. Having a bicycle makes life easier in many ways: getting to work

or school, going to the market or reaching the clinic.” Since beginning this collection, RPCV of LI has collected 1294 bicycles and 100 sewing machines. Floral Park’s Alison Pratt, who is the coordinator of the drive at the Ethical Society in Garden City, says the collection is an expression of the values of the Ethical Society to do what we can to help people to live their best lives. “Donating a used bike or idle sewing machine is an easy way to make a huge difference in the life of someone who doesn’t have the resources we do,” she says. Pedals for Progress collects bicycles and sewing machines annually and transfers this material wealth to those more needy. To date, more than 149,000 bicycles and 3,500 sewing machines have been shipped to developing countries in Latin America, Africa and Eastern Europe. In these countries the bikes are reconditioned by partner agencies and distributed at low cost to poor working adults. These bikes provide reliable transportation for commuting to work, transporting product to market and accessing health care and other services. Sewing machine shipments help initiate educational programs and generate income opportunities that may otherwise remain out of reach for many people. Steady employment for adults is vital to the development and success of struggling communities. For more information please call Bette Bass at (516) 606-1400 (email bettembass@yahoo.com) or Kathy WilliamsGing at (631) 549-4873 (email ktsging@ optonline.net)

Woman trying out her new bike in Ghana

Women in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, happy to receive a new sewing machine

A big Thank You to everyone who came to the PARP Blast Off Pep Rally at the Garden City Library! It was astronomical!

Pick-a-Reading-Partner PARP 2017

PTA is proud to partner with GCPS to offer PARP Blast Off to Reading events to Stewart, Stratford, Hemlock, Homestead, and Locust students and their families during the month of March. A calendar of PARP events can be found on our webpage or http://bit. ly/PARPCalendar2017. Send us pictures of your child’s PARP adventures. Email photos to parp@gardencitypta.org include in the subject line “(the name of your child’s school)”. Share your family’s excitement and adventures throughout the month. Perhaps the picture will make its way to the PARP finale extravaganza video! (See PTA’s Photo Use Policy below).

We love our public schools

We know you do too! So, send a loud message to our legislators that Garden City proudly stands together in support of its public schools. Ask Albany to increase public education funding today. One minute + One Signature = Big Impact! Advocacy works! Visit our advocacy center, http:// bit.ly/SU4GCPS17, sign your name to the prewritten letter or write your own. It is so simple and so powerful.

Did you purchase your Dinner and Grand Raffle Tickets yet?

Wish, Believe, Achieve: The Annual Dinner, Presented by the Garden City PTA One night to celebrate what we believe…when parents, teachers, and a community come together with one voice; every child’s potential becomes a reality. Our Dinner Committee has planned a wonderful evening for you! Don’t miss out on live music and DJ, extended cocktail hour, cash bar, strolling dinner, mingling with teachers, friends, and family – and chances to win amazing Raffle Baskets, Balloon Pop Prizes, Grand Raffles, and Silent Auction items. During the evening we will present Mr. Greg Bavaro, Dr. Judith Hecker, Ms. Jane Jordan and Mrs. Susan Lee a NYS PTA Honorary Life Member award in recognition of their distinguished service to Garden City’s children and youth. Come celebrate with us! Visit our website or http://bit.ly/ TheAnnualDinnerTickets to purchase your Dinner Ticket and Grand Raffle Tickets. Dinner guests registered on or before March 9th will be entered into a special raffle. Check out the Grand Raffles! There is something for everyone. Grand raffle tickets can be purchased online at http:// bit.ly/TheAnnualDinnerTickets, sold

at all parent-teacher conferences and at the Dinner. You do not need to be present to win a grand prize. So even if you can’t attend the dinner, you can support this wonderful event. 1. Night in Havana! with The Well Seasoned Chef - Dinner party and cooking class for eight adults (Courtesy of the Brivio Family) 2. NCAA Lacrosse Championships Experience - Four all-session tickets for 2017 Division I, II, III Men’s Lacrosse Championships in Boston, May 2017 with hotel gift card (Courtesy of the D’Antonio Family) 3. Little Blue Box Just for You Classic Tiffany NYC Cuff Bracelet and Elsa Peretti Pendant (Courtesy of the Costello and Hanrahan Familes) 4. Five-Star Garden City Staycation - Bed & Breakfast Package at The Garden City Hotel, The Red Door and Polo Steakhouse gift cards (Courtesy of our Local Businesses) 5. Night Out in NYC: Two iHeartRadio Concert Tickets - Winner chooses from available iHeartRadio concerts, dinner gift card, and hotel gift card (Courtesy of the Coviello Family) Thank you so much to our Dinner Sponsors and Dinner Guests who made cash donations to cover the evening’s expenses. The generosity of sponsors and donors ensures that every dollar raised at the Dinner goes directly to support our children’s education, our public schools, and our community. Here is a list of our sponsors. Remember to Shop and Dine Local and say thank you to our wonderful GC businesses. Event Sponsors: Dr. Denise Emma, DDS Dr. Elizabeth Kitos, DDS Pediatric Dentistry Entertainment Sponsors: Tarr’s Home Improvement, Inc. and t the Tarr Family Advertising Sponsors: Northwell Imaging at Garden City Old World Quality Corp. and the Muldoon Family Securities Consultants, LLC and the Goode Family Steve Madden LTD Dr. Stacey Reynolds, DDC Pediatric Dentistry of Garden City Table Sponsors: Abbate Family Crowley Family Gaffney Family Garden City Spirit and the Scattareggia Family Molecuderm LLC Town Meat Market Contributing Sponsors: Maier Family O’Neil Family Thank you for your donations of raffle prizes! Keep ‘em coming! The Dinner could still use a few more prizes. Here are a few ideas that might help – electronics, spa days, sporting event tick-

ets, show/concert tickets, restaurant gift certificates, and college-themed baskets. Donations can be made online or delivered to J. Costello, 87 Fourth Street, GC. Deadline for donations is Friday, March 10th. Our Dinner Chairs: Trina Coviello, Ronda D’Antonio, Emily Ross, Liz Santos, Jenny TzakasPolizotto; can be reached at dinner@ gardencitypta.org if you have any questions or need a donation picked up. • 3/9, Th - Purchase your Dinner Ticket and be entered into a special raffle. • 3/10, T –Donation drop-off deadline. Deliver to J. Costello, 87 Fourth Street, GC or email for pickup at dinner@gardencitypta.org. • 3/17, F - Last day to purchase Dinner Tickets at http://bit.ly/ TheAnnualDinnerTickets. Tickets cannot be purchased at the door. • 3/23, Th – The Annual Dinner, Presented by the GC PTA at The Garden City Hotel from 6:30 to 10:30 pm.

Order your child’s 2017-18 school supplies NOW!

Attention K-7 grade and all incoming September 2017 kindergarten families. Save time & money with quality products with teacher approved and custom packed for your child’s classroom. Avoid summer shopping hassles: No crowds, traffic, or guesswork and order your September school supplies online. March 6, 2017– April 21, 2017 • http:// bit.ly/GCPTASchoolSupplies • Enter School ID: GAR054. • Follow the instructions to order online. • Order the grade pack your child will be starting in September ’17.

Upcoming GCPTA Events:

• 3/6 – 4/21 - Attention K-7 grade and all incoming September 2017 kindergarten families order your child’s September 2017 school supplies, http://bit.ly/GCPTASchoolSupplies • 3/15, W - GCMS PTA Meeting at 9:30 am MS PTA Meeting to include updates by PTA Director, Principal Dr. Osroff, and School Guidance Counselors. Presentation and discussion by the District’s HS Early Start Task Force’s representatives. Don’t miss this one! • 3/20, M - Stratford PTA Meeting at 9:30 am • 3/21, T - Stewart PTA Meeting at 9:30 am • 3/23, Th – The Annual Dinner, Presented by the GC PTA at the Garden City Hotel from 6:30 to 10:30 pm. • Month of March, PARP Activities in all K-5 schools

Upcoming GCPS Events:

Attention Elementary 4th and 5th Grade School Parents • 3/3-5, F-Sun - LISFA Grades 5-8 Rehearsal & Concert

Attention Middle School Parents

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Garden City PTA News

• 3/3-4, F-Sat - MS Spring Musical “Singin’ in the Rain Jr.” at 7:00 pm • 3/3-5, F-Sun - LISFA Grades 5-8 Rehearsal & Concert

Attention High School Parents

• 3/3, F - HS 12th Grade Party Parent Skit Night in GCHS Auditorium at 6:30 pm

PTA at the BOE

Join the budget discussion at a Board of Education meeting. The school budget conversation continues in March with discussions on how the proposed school budget impacts your child’s school day. • 3/14, T – Budget Work Session #3: Instructional Components - Part 1, GCHS at 8:15 pm

PTA Membership is year round!

Anyone can be a PTA Member at anytime, so if you haven’t already joined – visit our website at www.gardencitypta.org or bit.ly/JoinGCPTAToday. The Garden City PTA is a registered 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Your membership is tax-deductible to the full extent of the law. Visit bit.ly/ GCPTAMemberBenefits for a list of NYS and National PTA Benefits for members.

Photo Use Policy

The Garden City PTA will be photographing and/or filming students, staff, and PTA members as they go about the business of learning, succeeding and participating in PTA events and activities. This media may be published on the Garden City PTA website, monthly e-newsletters, social media sites (Facebook and Twitter), and in the Garden City News. Student names will never be published. If you do not wish to have your child or yourself photographed and/or videotaped, submit your request to technologyvp@gardencitypta.org in writing. Full-class or group photographs and videotapes should not be included in your request.

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Friday, March 3, 2017 The Garden City News

Meet Town Meats: Village resident finds niche on Seventh

From page 3 balance before the Town Meat Market venture. “Because of the sense of community and activities there’s so much opportunity to make friends and network in the area. Kids are all involved with activities this community provides. Schools were the first thing that drew us to Garden City followed by the downtown area (Seventh Street/Franklin Avenue) with shopping and the restaurants. It seemed like an ideal place to park the car, walk up and down and enjoy the atmosphere like with the Promenades on Fridays in the summer. The first ‘sell’ was with renting our house, and then we fell in love with our neighbors and the block we live on. It has huge trees and the people here make it a down-to-earth community – it all fell into place,” he said.

Downtown Garden City staples

Seventh Street’s atmosphere has held a place for Town Meat Market for decades. The nostalgia of a smaller town’s main street is being lost today, and Griffith lamented that with what he’s seen in the Midwest, where he grew up. As a new resident in 2013 he started to become familiar with merchants along Seventh though, starting with Culinary Heights and its proprietors, Garden City’s own Mary and Norm Zimmer. From all the conversations he had with the merchants along Seventh in, he said his impression was that everyone was willing to welcome others and they each had a friendly work environment. “The neighbors take care of each other. We are all there for the common good of the block, and that is part of the culture of Garden City going back generations upon generations,” he said. Before the Town Meat Market transaction, Griffith recognized two appealing factors, a niche food shop, and a dedication among the village’s residents to shop local. These spell ‘ingredients’ to success on several levels. A reminder of the test of time for Griffith is hanging on the wall at Town Meat Market – a receipt from the original store, a few doors down from its location of today, dating back to 1908. “The amount of history that comes along with this shop is astonishing. One thing here that shocked me initially was the dialogue between the community and Town Meat’s butchers and the relationships that the previous owner built, and the quality the store represents. I feel like some folks just stop in to chat! In the Midwest it feels like Walmart and all big chain stores have taken over. You lose all the relationships, the Mom and Pop’s relationships and everything that goes along with small businesses. You still have that in New York City but it’s really dwindling as well, in Manhattan especially as it is so much tourism and traffic. Things changed in the East and West Village

too. The relationships with stores that are providing your food is huge – it is one of the main things that drew me to Town Meat Market,” he said. Inside, the store’s butchers have a combined 200 years of experience. The lead butcher Mike is also a Garden City resident with over 25 years’ experience in the craft, and his father was a butcher. There are three other butchers with at least 20 years’ experience and two of them are in their fifth decades in the business. Griffith says with every question a customer can ask, there’s years of knowledge to work on it in-house. He praised his staff and their passion for being the reliable, friendly local butchers in an interview for The Garden City News this week. “When you go to a butcher you not only get higher quality ingredients than you get at a supermarket, but you also have your own personal consultant – every single one of us behind the counter knows recipes and we can tell you how to prepare the meat in healthy ways or special dishes. When somebody orders something it usually turns into conversations on what they’ll cook for dinner, and then recipes get shared casually. The relationship is part of this industry. It’s love for food and love on our part for taking care of people. Every butcher that works for me loves food. When we aren’t preparing food for others we are all testing out other food for ourselves,” Griffith says behind a chuckle.

Ready for Summer Season

One of the first agendas for Griffith was a new look at the online and social media presence of Town Meat Market. The signage on south Seventh Street is a throwback to a simpler era, but creating a new logo for the store’s website and Facebook page was clear. He says he wanted to have something clean and simple but also keep the longtime brand consistent. Griffith started last fall, as he hired a graphic designer to create the new logo with a diagram of a cow, outlining cuts of beef, and keep the traditional color scheme. “The web and social media was not a huge driver of business and I’m in the process of revamping it. The old signage and logo is nostalgic. I wanted to incorporate the red and white letters and have something that made it clear what we do, with refreshing the look a little bit. Now I am working on the menu lists on our website to get those ready for spring and summer with party season coming up. I am already taking orders for graduations, Communions and baptisms and we will really need to get ready for grilling and barbecue season,” Griffith said. Garden City’s Belmont Festival has usually been a big day for most Seventh Street businesses. Bearing witness, Town Meat Market extends its hours for those annual events, stocking up

Town Meat’s butchers with over 200 years’ combined experience (From left) Matt (owner) Nick, Anthony, Mike and Steve. Not pictured is longtime employee and familiar face Ralph. with lobster rolls and roast beef sandwiches, as the Belmont can bring in a long, long line. Griffith took over the store last August and he will get his first look up-close at an entire season of Friday Night Promenades on Seventh Street this coming summer. He may make a determination to keep the store open later for exposure to the crowds of families and diners that turn out. The internet and mobile platforms are going to be more vividly used for customer engagement, and that digital contact can become an asset for Garden City moms, dads, grandparents or businesspeople on the go and in need of some fresh prepared foods during an average day. Part of the fabric of what Town Meat Market’s new owner “brings to the table” is steeped in his personal Midwesterner history. Matt Griffith is originally from Kansas City, one of if not the foremost legendary barbecue capital of the U.S. Griffith said he has fond memories of cooking all types of food at home with his mother, learning her recipes. He was back home to visit in mid-February as his family still lives there. Griffith’s father owned and operated a sporting goods store in Kansas City, and in-part that planted the seed for him to be his own entrepreneur. Griffith moved to New York City in 2002. After his coursework at the Culinary Academy he worked at a hotel in Midtown East before managing food service concepts for the Parker Meridian Hotel, which he carried on until the couple decided to move to Garden City.

Set for St. Pat’s and Spring

As Town Meat Market gears up for Griffith’s first taste of a spring season, from St. Patrick’s Day (Friday, March 17) to Easter in April, right up to graduation ceremonies and Memorial Day weekend into summertime, the store’s supply has been a new focus. Some of the most popular cuts of meat it sells today are Osso Bucco veal, bone-

in sirlon, aged New York strip steak, prime filet mignon and lamb shanks. The German-style sauerbraten and beef tongue are also two of Town Meat’s customers’ favorites. As dozens of orders have already come in for catering, ahead of St. Pat’s Town Meat Market will be stocked with 1,000 pounds of prime corned beef.

A Fresh Take on Diets and Trends

Along with superior customer service, providing residents with high quality meat as a staple in healthy diets is another benefit Town Meat Market strives to bring to the village. Recently a customer brought in some elk meat to Town Meat Market and the butchers sampled elk chili, elk steaks and filets, although they wouldn’t sell those items. The store doesn’t carry many varieties of meat such as wild boar or bison, but if a customer would like to place a special order and if there’s enough demand Griffith says he is open to ideas. He says generally within 24 hours he can “source” and deliver on any special request. Across Long Island, Griffith sees an underserved market with very few ‘serious barbecue’ offerings, as in his view the area has many Italian restaurants to diners and big chain brands. He says three or four new barbecue restaurants in Brooklyn however, can keep up with revered Kansas City ‘cue. “It’s nowhere out here yet,” he says. If you’re jogging near Cambridge Avenue and it smells irresistibly good, it may be because Griffith has a big meat smoker in his backyard. One of his goals is to eventually start a local barbecue team that competes in cookoff events on Long Island and then in upstate New York’s rural areas, where they may be more stiff competition. From home on Cambridge to the store on Seventh Street, the timing was right and Griffith loves his community and his team.

Friday, March 3, 2017

Pauline Frommer at NYT Travel Show: How to Get Best Value for Your Travel Dollar in 2017 BY KAREN RUBIN

Travel expert Pauline Frommer, of the Frommer Guides and radio show, says that 2017 is probably the best year for Americans to travel abroad because of a surging dollar, competitive pressure on international airline fares, and an international climate where destinations are thrilled to have foreign visitors. But she began her talk, “Major New Developments in Travel,” at the 2017 New York Times Travel Show counseling travelers to be skeptical of technology that is transforming so much of how people travel and even where they travel – how online search engines can force you into purchasing more expensive hotels and airlines based on the profile that previous searches create, and, as a corollary, the intrusion into privacy. “Often the answers you are going to get through an online search aren’t necessarily the answers you want.” This is especially true because of the way the search engines keep track – through cookies, for example – and will provide listings that seem to conform to previous searches.” The cookies might be in your computer after you did a search for a hotel or a business trip where the boss pays, so you book a $400/night hotel. “So when you try to find a hotel for a family holiday, in your search, all the expensive hotels come up first. It’s more difficult to find the least

At the New York Times Travel Show, travelers showed tremendous enthusiasm for foreign destinations, such as these Indonesia, a destination that Pauline Frommer is recommending for 2017. © 2017 Karen Rubin/ goingplacesfarandnear. com expensive.” This is true for flight searches on popular sites (like expedia.com),

where if you log off, then go back, you might find that the flight is $200 more. The way around it? You have to either clear your browser

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Starbucks and use their WiFi.” Based on research that Frommer commissioned from a freelancer, Frommer recommends a couple of websites for airline searches: Momondo.com (which doesn’t use cookies, so when you return, the price is same but you have to reenter information); and Skyscanner.net (which does use cookies). She also counsels that the cheapest days of the week to book are Saturday, Tuesday & Wednesday flights. And based on a study of 26 million airline transactions by the Airline Reporting Corporation, which acts as middleman between airlines and travel agencies (online and storefront), there are trends in fares (she warns won’t always be true and likely not for traveling on Christmas or SuperBowl weekend). Nonetheless, to get the best fares, she advises: Book on a weekend, 19% savings Book 57 days before travel for domestic tickets,10% savings Book 176 days before travel to Europe, 11% savings Book 77 days before travel to the Caribbean 5% savings Book 160 days before travel to Asia/ Pacific 13% savings

The beauty of river cruising is that cities are right along the water. The Danube is one of the best rivers for cruising. © 2017 Karen Rubin/ goingplacesfarandnear.com Book 90 days before travel to Central/ South America, 10% savings Frommer (as well as travel expert

Book 144 days before travel to the Peter Greenberg) warn buyers to beware Mideast, Africa, 24% savings Travel expert Pauline Frommer urges travelers to be skeptical of online travel searches but says 2017 is a great year for Americans to travel abroad because of a strong dollar and low air fares. © 2017 Karen Rubin/ goingplacesfarandnear.com.

of the new category of “basic economy fares” which American Airlines recently introduced, following on heels of United and Delta. Averaging $25 less than regular economy, the airlines have tended to offer them in markets where carriers have competition from low-cost carriers like Frontier and Spirit.

“But these are really, really ugly. You will never get to choose your seat, which means you are likely to wind up in a middle seat. This is a problem if you are travel with children – if there is a plane crash, how could you leave the plane if your kids are in different seats. I don’t think will be brought up soon with

Eurowings, AirAsia, Emirates, and soon, JetBlue, adding, “Any airline flying into the United States has to adhere to our gate standards.” Emirates Airlines, which has been offering low fares, is not new but going to a lot more places in Europe for a lot less money. “Now Milan is the cheapest gateway in Europe because of Emirates.” And the international scene may get a new competitor, as JetBlue is looking to starting to fly to Europe. Also, AirAsia has started flying to Asia, pushing fares down 25% from last year. How do you find great ways to sightsee besides using Frommer guide? All around the world, you can find local walking tours led by starving graduate students. “These are people who go to places like Venice, Rome, New York, Chicago to work on dissertations and to make a little extra money, often lead walking tours. They know they have to be really entertaining or they won’t get a tip (which is all they make). The best walking tour in Rome, Through Eternity, is led by a woman writing her dissertation on Michelangelo, who had been studying letters his assistants on scaffolding had been writing the Pope. From those, she learned that Michelangelo, who was from Florence, believed Rome’s water was poisoned and because of that, did not bathe for the 10 years he was in Rome. That’s what his assistants were writing about. This woman really knew and was passionate about what she was speaking about.” Such tours can also be a refreshing change from tour guides who, because of limitations on purchasing licenses, have been at it for decades, and “sometimes are so bored telling about

Hadrian’s Gate for the 10,000th time.” Atypical tour companies include: G Adventures Djoser Intrepid Travel Explore! Context Travel Road Scholar G Adventures, Djoser, Intrepid Travel are designed around small groups, never more than 12 people, use locally owned guest houses, local transportation to keep green [and provide a closer, more authentic experience], provide a lot of free time to explore on your own, and tend to be much cheaper than the competition. G Adventures is based in Canada, Djoser in Holland, and Intrepid is an Australian company so you are not just traveling with other Americans, but people from all over the world [which is also a special experience]. “I took an Intrepid family tour with my kids in Morocco. It was the most wonderful tour because of our group. We had a German family, 2 British families and a family who lived four blocks away from us in Manhattan. Explore!, an interesting British company, does hardcore tours of places that are otherwise difficult to get to on your own – the Stans, deep Africa, deep south Africa. Context Travel hires erudite guides – it is the most expensive on list, but they run really smart learning vacations to major cities. It started in Italy, now everywhere. Road Scholar (used to be Elderhostel) is for seniors, offering smart tours, hub and spoke so you stay in one place and take day trips; tours are often led by professors, educators.”

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current administration.” On American and United, the austerity goes beyond (and is even parodied by comedians): you don’t get to use the overhead bin, you can only bring onboard the plane what you can slip under your seat; if you need to check luggage, it costs $25. Another disadvantage: you don’t get any loyalty points when you buy a basic economy seat (though loyalty doesn’t mean much of anything, anymore, she adds). “Rethink loyalty. Loyalty has been devalued by the airlines now. In the last year, you would get points for how many miles you traveled; now it’s for how much money paid, that is multiplied by how high you are in their system. If you are a big-time business traveler, your money is multiplied by 5; if you only travel only twice a year, it is only multiplied by 2 – not greatest system. It will cause major fights at the gate.” American, she says, is soon going to use its new Loyalty standard to determine where you get on a list to upgrade (it used to be, as an elite member, firstcome, first serve, now the airline will look how much money you spent to get elite membership). The only way to make the points game work in this climate, she advises, is to use credit cards. Good news for travelers: airfares in the US have stayed stable, and airfares abroad are dropping dramatically because of new players like Norwegian Airlines (offering $499 fare each way to London), WOW airlines, XL Airlines (operating to Paris, www.xl.com/us/, which used to only concentrate on French travelers, but now Americans, too); Thomas Cook Airlines,

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Under the category “Solo travel with a safety net,” Frommer cites Women Welcome Women (a UK-based international membership network started by a woman who was jealous of son being able to do exchange, http://www.womenwelcomewomen. uk/article/home.aspx; which is not a travel agency or travel company, but basically network women traveling to other cities). Greeter Tours are free tours run by local who love showing their home town to people from around the world. (in NYC, Chicago, Houston, Paris, Lyon, Bangkok, Delhi, Cordoba, Grenada, Sydney, etc. (GlobalGreeetersNetwork. info) Accommodations. There’s been a sea-change in accommodations – AirBnB now has more beds in its inventory than all the major hotel chains combined. “Last year, [hoteliers] were saying AirBnB wasn’t affecting prices because a different person uses AirBnB. But this year, they are saying it is affecting prices. It used to be hotel chains would know they could raise prices sky high for a major holiday; now they no longer have that kind of security [control].” The best search sites for accommodations, she says, are HotelsCombined.com (#1 for prices 92% of the time, according to a study, but HotelsCombined doesn’t actually sell from inventory, it just Googles), followed by Trivago (which is owned by Expedia; Expedia gets inventory from the major chains). In terms of OTAs (online travel agents), booking.com wins (not just See page D5

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BY LOU THEODORE Anyone in the reading audience believe in diets? Anyone ever get involved with one that works? Well, I’ve got a winner and it involves only some minor sacrifice. Believe it or not, there is no need to exercise. There is also no need to give up food that you have come to love, e.g. pizza, spaghetti, ribeye steak, Caesar’s salad, ice cream , cookies and pastry, bread, French fries, etc., etc. Here is some background information. In terms of introduction, the reader should be aware that most of the diet claims in print and on TV are based on eliminated salt from your intake. Reducing salt results in a net decrease of water in your body. This accounts for the claims that “you will lose five pounds the first week.” And once one returns to a regular diet, there is a five pound gain with no net loss in weight. In effect, back to square one. One question thus remains: how does one lose

weight and not regain it? Some time ago, my daughter gave me a book (for Father’s Day) titled “The Fast Diet.” She recommended I read it and give it a shot since I had repeatedly expressed a desire to lose some weight. Well, it was indeed a “fast” read. Here are specific details regarding the diet. I refer to it as the 52 diet. Why? Over a week, you can eat anything you want for 5 days but are restricted to 600 calories per day for 2 days. In effect, it involves intermittent fasting. The authors Mosley and Spencer of “The Fast Diet” claim that: “Fasting is nothing new. Your body is designed to fast. We evolved at a time when food was scarce; we are the product of millennia of feast or famine. The reason we respond so well to intermittent fasting may be because it mimics, far more accurately than three meals a day, the environment in which modern humans were shaped.” So, fasting is an ancient fact that can evolve into a modern method of weight loss.

The authors’ claim that the diet has been embraced by numerous celebrities, including one of my not so favorite people - Beyoncé. More importantly, I too have adopted it for 8 months, am still going strong. I lost 5 pounds the first three days and my weight has slowly but gradually decreased during the ensuing 8 months to where I have lost 15 pounds. It really has been gratifying since, like many others, I have never stayed on a diet for more than a month or two.

The net result of the diet is that I’m actually better looking than I was before (remember, Modesty is not my middle name). I may have also lost a few strands of whatever hair was there. My height? I may also be a bit shorter. But I do feel better, my shirts fit better, and now need a belt for my pants. What about the fast days? The authors have provided numerous recipes that can “best suit your fast days.” See page D7

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Two Widows Present Unusual Social Security Cases BY TOM MARGENAU

I am constantly amazed! I have either worked for the Social Security Administration, or been writing a column about Social Security issues, for about 44 years. And you would think that in all of that time, I have bumped up against almost every possible Social Security scenario one could imagine. Yet, just recently, I received two emails from readers, both of them widows, who related two different Social Security experiences that I have never encountered! And here they are. Q: I am a workingwoman who turned 66 several years ago and filed for my full retirement age benefits at that time. I received exactly one check when something unexpected happened. My husband died. When I talked to the Social Security people about this, they said that my widow’s benefits were slightly higher than my retirement rate. So they switched me to my husband’s benefits. Fast-forward four years. I am still working and am now about to turn 70. I wondered if my own benefit might now be higher than my widow’s rate. When I called Social Security’s hotline about this, the woman who answered told me I could not switch. She said I’m allowed only one benefit switch in my lifetime, and I got that when I changed to widow’s benefits four years ago. If I had known that at the time, I never would have switched. My widow’s rate was only a few dollars more than my retirement, which I knew would continue to grow because of my added earnings over the years. What can I do? A: You can call the Social Security people back, or visit your local Social Security office, and hope you don’t get such a clunker of an agent! I will never know where that phone representative you talked to came up with the “only one benefit switch” rule. She is just plain wrong. You can and should switch to your own retirement benefits. You said your widow’s benefit rate was just “slightly higher” than your retirement benefit -- and that was four years ago. But now, your retirement rate should be significantly more than your widow’s rate. Your retirement benefit has increased for two reasons. One: The extra earnings you’ve had since age 66 very likely have increased your own benefit by -- I’m guessing -- about $50 to $100 per month. On top of that, you get what are called “delayed retirement credits.” That credit equals two-thirds of one percent for each month after age 66 that you didn’t get a retirement check. There are 48 months between 66 and 70, and you got a retirement check for just one of those months. So you are due an increase for the other 47 months, or about 31 percent.

You actually will have two choices. You can take that extra $50 to $100 per month and get the 31 percent bonus on top of that -- effective with age 70. Or you can take six months’ worth of retroactive benefits. In that scenario, you’d get the $50 to $100 boost along with roughly a 28 percent bonus, minus the widow’s benefits you’ve already received. So again, go back to the Social Security people, find the right agent who knows his or her stuff, and go over your options. Q: I am 64 years old. About four months ago, my 62-year-old husband was taken very ill. He was unable to function for himself. I went to the Social Security office to file for disability benefits for him. It was a very stressful time for me, but somehow I got through all the paperwork. Very sadly, my husband died after getting just one Social Security check. I went back to Social Security to file for widow’s benefits. And I was told that because he got reduced retirement benefits, my widow’s benefits would also be reduced. But I don’t think he got retirement benefits. I was trying to get him disability checks. What is going on? A: Bear in mind that I don’t have all the facts in your case. But I’m going to suggest you go to your local Social Security office and ask to speak to a supervisor. You need someone with a little more experience because you have a bit of an odd situation. When you thought you were filing for disability benefits, my hunch is that you actually filed for what is essentially a retirement/disability joint claim. When a claim is filed by anyone pushing age 62 who alleges a disability, they almost always automatically take both a retirement and a disability claim. They do that because they can process the retirement claim quickly and start paying benefits while they work on the disability claim, which can take months. Then when the disability claim is approved, they simply switch the case from a reduced retirement to full disability. This happens all the time But the twist in your husband’s case is that he died after getting just that one reduced retirement check -- before the disability claim was processed. And the fact that he got reduced retirement does impact your widow’s benefits. So you need to talk to someone at Social Security to go over all of this. If they had a disability claim in the works, they obviously should be able to now approve that claim and switch him (posthumously) from reduced retirement to disability. Even if they say you only filed for reduced retirement benefits (which I find unlikely), then I’d still ask if there is some way they could switch that to a disability claim. I know it will be a hassle going to your local Social Security office. But all

of this certainly would be worth asking about. And again, the key is finding the right person -- someone with lots of experience. That’s why you really need to talk to a supervisor.

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Pauline Frommer at NYT Travel Show: How to Get Best Value for Your Travel Dollar in 2017 C ontinued from page D5 focus. Azamara Club Cruises (which pioneered overnight stays, even 2-3 nights in a port so you can really get to know a city, but the trade-off is fewer sea days to relax) and other lines where they give you more time in port, like Oceania, Celebrity Cruises, Costa, MSC, and Holland America, so you can experience nightlife in a place and you don’t have to rush back to ship). Cruiselines also are introducing new ports to their itineraries such as in Ireland, Australia, Asia, Scandinavia). Frommer has a bugaboo about how much shore excursions cost: “They scare guests to take them when they don’t need to. They say if you don’t, the ship can leave without you. I say, get a watch. In most cases, you can wander off the ship and see as much as the shore excursion. But, you can purchase less expensive port excursions than the ones offered by the cruiseline through such agencies as CruisingExcursions. com, ShoreTrips.com, Viator. CruisingExcursions.com and ShoreTrips.com offer 12-person vans and usually charge 2/3 of cruise ship costs. Viator is more of a marketplace for city tours will give you guarantee that if you miss the boat they will pay to get you to next stop. There are tremendous differences in cruiselines - aesthetics, what the experience is like. “When you take a cruise, the ship is your vacation, so get the best ship for you. Use a travel agent. This is one area where you are foolish not to use travel agents those who specialize in cruises, get special discounts they can pass along, complimentary upgrades, shipboard credits, bottle of wine. They know their boats [and typically have toured the ship and have worked with the line]. Not all travel agents are equal. Ask questions. Make sure the travel agent

represents all lines or, at least, the ones you are interested in. They can suggest the best cabin for the price you are willing to pay. River Cruising has become extraordinarily popular, largely due to the success of Viking River Cruises. “For centuries, the rivers of Europe, Asia, America were the arteries that people used to get place to place, so you are in the middle of everything. You step off the boat and in front of you is the cathedral, the historic square.” (Frommers has a guidebook just on river cruising.)

but a little more contemporary in décor, well known for shore excursions. The dirty little secret of river cruises is that all the river cruises except Tauck and Gate 1 share the same guides on shore. Scenic gives all its guests headphones, so can hear commentary about what you are passing on shore; it is an Australian company so you are traveling mostly with Australians and blasts Olivia Newton-John at night; it offers fun trips (and also owns a budget river cruisline, Emerald Waterways). Luxurious: AmaWaterways, Viking River Cruises, Avalon

Book160 days to get the best air fare to Asia Pacific; new carriers are also holding international fares down© 2017 Karen Rubin/ goingplacesfarandnear.com. But not all river cruises are alike, she notes. In the category of Over the Top, most luxurious: Uniworld, Tauck, Scenic. “Uniworld has a designer that Marie Antoinette would approve – crystal, silk wall paper; it’s over the top extravagance. Tauck is as luxurious

Waterways. Avalon and Ama are trying to attract younger crowd with more active experiences – kayaking on river; Ama carries bikes on board. Budget – Emerald Waterways, Grand Circle, Croisie Europe. “Croisie Europe is the second biggest river cruise company in the world

after Viking, but you probably never heard of it because the line only marketed to Europeans until recently – so in Europe, you are surrounded by Europeans. Croisie tends to have very reasonable prices, but some Americans aren’t comfortable because of a language barrier. “Grand Circle, in contrast, only markets to Americans so you will be on ship with Americans, have burgers at every meal if you want, but in their defense, they do a lot on the educational side, bringing on educators, so the cruises are more erudite, but cheaper than the others.” Family friendly – AmaWaterways has partnered with Disney to do tours for families. “These are wildly popular and very well done (not surprising, Disney). There are no characters onboard, but they have activities to keep kids busy on land and river. It’s great for multigenerational.” Tauck is another with family-friendly tours. Best rivers (for first timers): Danube (variety – castle, spas, vineyards, interesting trip), Mississippi (variety, start or end in New Orleans, plantations, Civil War sites, Mark Twain sites); Mekong (because you go to many places you couldn’t otherwise get to except by river cruise). Connect with Pauline Frommer at Frommers.com, @frommers, on Facebook Frommers. See next: Pauline Frommer’s List of Where to Go in 2017 ____________________ © 2017 Travel Features Syndicate, a division of Workstyles, Inc. All rights reserved. Visit goingplacesfarandnear. com 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

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INSIDE THIS ISSUE SAVE A SMALL FORTUNE Building a room addition Home improvements that increase home value ASPHALT VS. PAVEMENT A comparison of asphalt and concrete driveways HUNGERING FOR LESS De-stress, declutter and lose weight CONCRETE PLANS Carpet, wood, laminate and tile are viable basement flooring options How to find the right replacement windows ADDING AN ACCENT WALL The simple touch that can beautify any room CONFLICTED CUPBOARDS Organizing and beautifying your kitchen

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BY MARK J. DONOVAN If you are considering building a room addition, the best way to minimize the cost is to build within your home’s existing footprint. Build another bedroom by utilizing some of your home’s unfinished space, or by repurposing an existing finished space. These options can save you tens of thousands of dollars compared with adding more square footage to the exterior of your home. A homeowner can typically save 25 to 50 percent by working within your existing square footage compared to building out. Otherwise, you could be spending anywhere from $150 to $600 per square foot, depending on the desired architecture, the features you want and the real estate market conditions relative to where you live -- and that’s not even considering furniture, other cosmetic details or construction labor costs. Though the numbers might be scary, it’s important to understand exactly what’s required for a build-out, both financially and logistically. Consider the following practicalities before making your decision. Creating another room outside of your blueprint requires excavation and foundation work. In addition, you’ll have to do some demolition to your home, such as knocking down

the walls adjacent to your add-on. Hiring an architect is highly advisable, and sometimes necessary, to ensure the new room is structurally sound, functional and matches your home’s aesthetics. Making this new room seamlessly attached to your house will positively affect your resale value. That being said, hiring an architect, building contractor or interior designer can significantly increase the bottom line of the project. You will have to judge the value based on your property. There are a few different ways to transform unused areas or change the functionality of a currently used room in your home. One way is to go vertical, by finishing a basement or attic. This could depend on what you’d like to use the new room for: It may be suitable for an office or storage closet, but maybe not for a guestroom for the grandparents. These expansions are beneficial because they don’t require exterior construction, painting or landscaping. Otherwise, expanding your square footage will absolutely require exterior construction. You’d have to plan out (and pay for) exterior framing, siding, insulation, the installation of windows and doors, a new roof, painting the walls and landscaping. If the paint on the exterior of your house looks wornout, you may have to repaint the whole house so the shades of paint match. You may be presented with other unforeseen issues that you’ll need to investigate prior to breaking ground. For example, does your lot even have enough space to allow an attached room addition to be constructed? Also, are there any covenants in your housing development or city council that may preclude you from building an attachment? It is highly advisable to check with your local building inspector to determine if an attached room addition is feasible. So, if you are contemplating building a room addition and want to minimize the costs, think about building within your home’s existing footprint. Not only will you save money, time and headaches but also you’ll save in annual property tax bills. Mark J. Donovan’s website is at http://www.homeadditionplus.com. COPYRIGHT 2016 MARK J. DONOVAN DISTRIBUTED BY CREATORS. COM

When granite countertops or shiny, stainless steel appliances beckon homeowners from the display areas of home improvement stores, it’s tempting to gear remodeling thoughts toward the items that will add flair and decorative appeal to a home. Even though most improvements add some measure of value, deciding which are the best investments can be difficult. Return on investment, often referred to as “ROI,” varies depending on the project. Frequently, the projects that seem like the best investments don’t bring the greatest rate of return, while those that seem like smaller projects bring substantial returns. Real estate professionals routinely weigh in with their expert advice, and homeowners can couple that advice with Remodeling magazine’s annual “Cost vs. Value Index” to reap the greatest financial impact from their renovations. The following were some of the projects that garnered the greatest ROI in 2015. • Open the door to improvement. Region by region across the United States, installation of a new steel door on the front of a home can have a large impact on the resale value of a property. The

ROI ranges from 123 percent at the highest, to 86 percent at the lowest — which is still a considerable investment return for such a simple project. Match the door’s style with the style of the house for the best value. • Turn up the kitchen heat. An attractive kitchen can encourage buyers to overlook some of a home’s less attractive components. In the kitchen, replacement countertops, wall color changes, new cabinetry and flooring offer the biggest ROI. • Dreaming of a new bedroom. Remodeling magazine also points to creating an attic bedroom to increase home value. The ROI of an attic remodel that adheres to code can garner an 83 percent ROI. • Home maintenance projects. There’s little good to improving the aesthetic appeal and functionality of a home if there are existing structural or maintenance issues, warn experts. Siding replacement, HVAC system repair or replacement, a new roof, and basement dampness prevention solutions can be smarter investments before other flashy remodels. Many buyers have a strict budget for a house, and those buyers may be more likely to buy a house with

Before remodeling, determine which projects will provide the greatest return on investment. little or no maintenance issues. Such buyers will then upgrade the kitchen or baths themselves, according to Harvard’s Joint Center for Housing Studies.

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A comparison of asphalt and concrete driveways BY MARK J. DONOVAN

The two most popular types of driveway materials are asphalt and concrete. They each have their own unique pros and cons. Asphalt driveways are better suited for cooler climates, whereas concrete driveways are best for hotter ones. With both, however, a solid foundation is critical for ensuring a long-lasting driveway. The base should be comprised of a thick layer of stone and gravel that has been thoroughly compacted down before pouring the asphalt or concrete over it. Without a thick and compact base, the driveway will end up cracking and/or settling from the weight of vehicles. *Concrete Driveway Advantages and Disadvantages Concrete driveways are ideal for hotter climates because they do no soften under intense heat and sunlight. They also require minimal maintenance. However, concrete shows oil stains much easier than asphalt driveways and are more susceptible to salt damage. Salt is frequently used on roads in colder climates to mitigate road ice. As a result, concrete driveways are infrequently installed in colder climate areas. Concrete driveways are also difficult to repair. If a crack forms, there is not

much you can do about it other than replacing the section of driveway -- or the entire driveway. Also, concrete can shear off of the driveway foundation over time, which can lead to unwanted cracks. *Asphalt Driveway Advantages and Disadvantages Asphalt driveways typically cost less to install, which is why they are so popular. However, asphalt needs more maintenance. They should be sealed every few years, which takes some time and money. Sealing a driveway is an easy do-it-yourself project, but it does require some heavy lifting of asphalt sealer buckets; depending on the size of your driveway, it can take upwards of several hours to complete. In addition, the driveway cannot be walked on or driven over for two to three days after it has been sealed. Please note that a new asphalt driveway should not be sealed for at least six to nine months after it has been installed. This is because a fair amount of time is required for the light oils in the asphalt to evaporate. If you seal a driveway prior to the evaporation of the light oils, the driveway will become soft, thus making it more susceptible to damage. Asphalt softens up under intense summer heat. As a result, these drive-

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with dyes to color or tint the asphalt. It is a similar story with concrete driveways: Dyes can be mixed with the concrete to deviate from the standard black or white cement. Make sure to check with your contractor to see what options they can offer you. *Asphalt vs. Concrete Life Span If an asphalt driveway is properly installed on a solid base and maintained regularly, it can last for 25 to 30 years. Concrete driveways can last even longer, but again, a solid foundation base is critical to maximize longevity. Otherwise, the concrete will crack over the years from use and weather. Mark J. Donovan’s website is at http://www.homeadditionplus.com.

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De-stress, declutter and lose weight

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“A house is just a place to keep your stuff while you go out and get more stuff.” -- George Carlin Clutter has become a national obsession: How to define it, how to organize it, and how to get rid of it. We’ve been a nation of spectators in the war on clutter, gleefully binging on “Hoarders: Buried Alive” and then shopping at The Container Store while reassuring ourselves that our stuff wasn’t quite (SET ITAL) that (END ITAL) bad. If everything fits into color-coordinated plastic bins, then there isn’t a problem, right? Then 2015 happened. 2015 saw the publication of Marie Kondo’s “The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up” and Peter Walsh’s “Lose the Clutter, Lose the Weight.” The lines have been drawn: 2016 is the year we all get rid of our clutter. But can cutting out the clutter also lead to a smaller clothing size? Anecdotally, it comes up again and again -- a clean, well-organized house leads to a miraculous weight loss. Marie Kondo mentions it in passing in her book and it’s the thesis of Peter Walsh’s book. In a 2008 article in The New York Times, “A Clutter Too Deep for Mere

Bins and Shelves,” Tara Parker-Pope interviews Dr. Pamela Peeke who recalls having a patient whose entire garage was crammed solidly full of stuff. After the woman cleaned out her home, she lost 50 pounds. Is there a medical link between too much stuff and being overweight? Nothing has been proven definitively. But having too much stuff has been linked to stress. According to Psychology Today, clutter overstimulates our minds and “makes it more difficult to relax, physically and mentally.” It also “creates feelings of guilt and embarrassment.” Guilt because you want to be better organized and embarrassment because no one wants to show off a messy house. All of that can add up to stressing you out, and overeating is a common way to deal with stress. Also, if your kitchen is a mess and your pantry disheveled, you’re probably not preparing homecooked nutritionally sound meals. As Peeke notes in Tara Parker-Pope’s article, “if you can’t find your sneakers, you aren’t taking a walk.” So what can you do to battle the clutter and the bulge? One thing both Marie Kondo and Peter Walsh want you to do is envision the life you want in the space you have. Is it

a sanctuary that relaxes you instantly? A place where friends and family can gather and you’re never embarrassed about the mess? Or is it tidy space where you have everything you need and you know just where to find it? Whatever it is, know that it is within your power to transform whatever space you have into whatever space you want. George Carlin is both entirely right and entirely wrong. He’s right because we’ve been looking at the situation backward -- thinking, “What do I need for my home?” But your home isn’t supposed to be a home for stuff; it’s a home for you. It isn’t about what your home needs, but rather what you need for the life you want. All too often mindless consumption jumps from buying to eating. Start consciously making decisions in one area of your life and it will affect other areas of your life. Which is all fine and good theoretically, but what about practically? Paring down is hard. Getting rid of stuff you’ve grown accustomed to is hard. Wanting to keep things because you might need them someday is an easy trap to fall into. It’s also time consuming. And hard. Did I mention how hard it is? Unfortunately there isn’t a one-size-fits-all form of organization

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and decluttering. So what do you do? Whatever vision you have for your life, and the supporting role of your stuff, is up to you to bring about. That’s both the good and bad news. No one is ever going to force you to recycle your old magazines, sort your mail and make your bed everyday. But if you long for empty countertops and hospital corners, then it’s time to get down and dirty and make some choices.

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Carpet, wood, laminate and tile are viable basement flooring options

BY MARK J. DONOVAN

Deciding on basement flooring can be challenging. A basement floor is simply a slab of concrete that rests on the ground. Consequently, the surface is very hard and is subject to moisture wicking up through it. This moisture can lead to mold and mildew growth if not quickly and properly removed from the basement. The following are flooring options to consider when planning a finished basement. *Epoxy Coating Basement Floor Option First, it is important to decide on how you plan to use the basement. If it is simply going to be used for storing items, then an epoxy coating applied to the surface of the concrete basement floor is the ideal option. Epoxy coatings are resistant to spills (e.g., oil spills) and make the job of cleaning and vacuuming much easier. Epoxy coating is also inexpensive, relatively easy to install and comes in many color choices. If you plan to have a finished living space basement, then ceramic tile, wood, laminate or carpeting maybe a better choice. *Subfloors If you are opting for wood, laminate

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sulation. To build a wood subfloor, first place a sheet of polyethylene plastic against the concrete slab. This will act as a moisture barrier. Then place a grid of 2-by-4-inch pieces of lumber laid on their flat sides. In between the 2-by-4s, install rigid foam insulation. Finally, install plywood over the grid of 2-by4s and insulation. The carpeting, laminate or wood flooring can then be installed over the plywood. *Carpeting as a Basement Flooring Option Carpeting can be a good choice for a finished basement, because it can add a layer of insulation that helps make the basement feel warmer. It can also make the finished living space feel cozier. However, it is again critical that there are no moisture issues in the basement. Moisture wicking up through the concrete slab and onto the underside of the carpeting will quickly lead to mold and mildew growth underneath the carpet. If basement floor moisture tests indicate there are no issues with water wicking up through the concrete slab, then a wood subfloor is not necessary. The carpeting can be applied directly onto the concrete slab. To test the basement floor for moisture simply tape down a few small pieces of plastic to the concrete basement slab, and check them 24 hours later. If you see beads of moisture underneath the plastic, then you need to come up with a permanent solution to eliminate the moisture.

*Wood Flooring A wood floor is a viable alternative if installed right. If not done right, you’ll end up wasting your money: The wood will become damaged by mold and mildew growth and/or the boards will warp and swell. So before installing a wood floor, first test the concrete for moisture. Again, if there is a moisture problem, come up with a permanent solution before proceeding with the installation of a wood floor. And install a wood subfloor, regardless of whether there is moisture detected. *Laminate Flooring Laminate flooring is a low-cost alternative to wood flooring. It is also a relatively easy DIY project. However, like a traditional wood floor, a moisture barrier and a subfloor should ideally be first installed over the basement concrete slab. *Ceramic Tile Basement Idea Ceramic tile is ideal for a basement, as moisture wicking up through the basement slab is less of a concern. Ceramic tile is also easy to maintain and clean, comes in a plethora of colors, shapes and styles, and is a viable DIY project. It’s especially ideal in a basement bar area. Mark J. Donovan’s website is at http:// www.homeadditionplus.com. COPYRIGHT 2016 MARK J. DONOVAN DISTRIBUTED BY CREATORS.COM

Replacing old windows is often a worthwhile investment for homeowners. Energy-efficient windows can prevent heating and cooling loss and keep homes more comfortable throughout the year. Such windows also can improve a homeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s resale value, proving a good return on investment for homeowners who want to upgrade their homes before putting them on the market. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, homeowners might find it more cost-effective to replace very old and/or inefficient windows to improve their energy efficiency. Such an upgrade can save homeowners substantial amounts of money on heating and cooling costs. Window replacement projects can be costly, so it pays to get the job right the first time. Before beginning a window replacement project, homeowners should research which windows will meet their specific needs, learning the subtleties between finishes and features, as well as comparing prices for the windows and installation. Choose the right time of year The best time of year to plan window replacement is when the weather will be warm, ideally in the spring or early summer. However, homeowners do not want conditions to be too warm,

as each room where new windows will be installed will temporarily be exposed to the elements. Furthermore, caulk adheres better in warmer weather and will dispense easily. Consider available features When replacing windows, homeowners may want to install the same style windows they currently have. But the problems that led to the need to replace windows may still exist even when new windows are installed. When replacing windows, consider energy performance ratings based on the locations of the windows in the house. To make sure they make the most educated decision, homeowners can investigate the solar heat gain coefficient, U-factor, visible transmittance and light-to-solar gain. Explanations of these ratings are available at Energy. gov. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t ignore maintenance needs Maintenance costs involved with cleaning, repairs and painting can add up. When shopping for windows, consider the amount of maintenance they will need. Wood-framed windows may require more upkeep than aluminum, fiberglass or vinyl. Also, consider if certain window types, such as double-hung windows, casement windows, awning windows, or slider windows,

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Replacement windows can be a smart investment in comfort and design appeal of a home. would be practical. Keep home style in mind A poor match between windows and the style of the home can produce unwanted changes in the appearance of the home. Replacement windows should match the style and appearance desired. Expect minimal disruption When homeowners hire professionals who are good at their craft, window replacement projects should not be a

terrible inconvenience. According to American Window Products, Inc., seasoned professionals will be able to complete a replacement window upgrade in a short amount of time depending on the size of the home and the number of windows being replaced. Replacing windows can be a costly task, but one that will provide a more energy efficient home that can help homeowners save money in the long run.

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Adding an accent wall is a stylish touch for your home. Best of all? It doesn’t have to be pricey or complicated to be pretty. “Accent walls are very versatile and great in small or open plan spaces, as they can help to define an area,” says Kevin Pleasants, do-it-yourself expert and operations manager at Handy, an on-demand supplier of cleaning and DIY professionals, noting you can use a bold paint in a corner to define a home office within a larger room. “If you want to define a sleeping area, fabric or a tapestry can be hung on the wall behind the bed to create a cozy nook,” says Pleasants, who recommends installing a metal or wire hanging rack, like one used for hanging curtains. “Just attach this to the top of the wall using screws, and hang the fabric using the tracks clips.” Adding paint is the easiest accent wall to create. The job is typically easy to do and low budget -- think a few gallons of paint as well as the right tools. “The most common accent walls are a deep color in the same family as the color of the rest of the rooms,” says Scott Specker, owner of Five Star Painting, mentioning the accent wall should “enhance and brighten” the room. He recommends accenting a wall with straight lines that’s a focal point in the room and says patterns work well in kids’ rooms. No matter what color you choose, invest in good supplies. Specker suggests using a quality tape that won’t damage the wall and won’t allow paint to bleed through when applied properly. Plan your design, too, using real dimensions on a template. “We have also used a projector to display the enlarged image on the wall,” says Speck, who uses satin or flat-finish latex paint for accent walls and acrylic for murals. One more paint tip from Pleasants: “If your paint isn’t that bold, you may need to apply a white base coat first.” The concept of an accent wall may have started with paint but that concept has expanded. “I recommend hand-painted murals, wallpaper and tile,” says interior designer, Mikel Welch of Mikel Welch Designs, the set designer and on-air design expert for “Steve Harvey.” Wallpaper options include hand painted wallpaper, as well as removable wallpaper, which is great for rent-

al properties and apartments since the removable paper is, “like a sticker that you can place anywhere and won’t damage the wall when you take it off,” says Welch. He recommends installing antique mirrored glass to a wall to “add interest and character” to the space. Local glass and hardware stores sell 12-by-12inch panels of glass that homeowners can install themselves. “A mirror is a great addition to any room, as it will give the illusion of space, and hanging a mirror on an accent wall will give it even greater impact,” agrees Pleasants, reminding homeowners to hang mirrors safely. “Hooks will need to be drilled into the wall for each ‘D hook’ on the back of the mirror to properly carry its weight.” In addition to mirrors, you can also install tiles on a wall. These wall options, “can take less than a day to install and are so simple and easy that anyone can do it,” says Welch. *Tips for Acing an Accent Wall --Set a budget. Highlighting a wall with paint, tile, wallpaper or other designs ranges from affordable to a little pricey. “It depends on the request and complexity,” says Specker, noting that prices can range from $150 to over $1,000. --Choose a focal point. Here’s how you decide which wall to accent: “Consider where you want the focus to be in your room, or where the eye is naturally drawn,” says Pleasants, suggesting walls with architectural significance like a fireplace, make great accent walls. --Have a plan. It’s easier to change a design before you’ve bought the supplies or done a lot of work. “Make sure you know what you want before you start,” says Specker. --Consider lighting. Play up your accent wall with clever lighting. Pleasants recommends installing a strip light along the bottom of the wall for soft lighting or mounting spotlights overhead to draw the eye to the wall’s features. --Know your wall materials. Want to hang mirrors, frames or artwork on your accent wall? Consider whether the wall is load-bearing or a partition wall. “Some interior walls or dry walls are there simply to separate the room and have no structural purpose, so are often not strong enough to support heavier objects,” says Pleasants, mentioning that you might have to buy specialist drill bits and extra equipment to hang items on partition walls.

Organizing and beautifying your kitchen BY TERESA IQBAL It’s often said that the kitchen is where we spend most of our time. So why not make that time more enjoyable by organizing it in the way that works best for you? How you organize your kitchen should depend on how it’s used on a daily basis. That is, do you love to prepare professional grade dishes regularly and need access to lots of kitchen gadgets? Maybe you’re a large family who needs a setup that is sturdy yet efficient and makes the most of every nook and cranny available. On the other end of the spectrum, we have those who have embraced the new trend known as minimalism. If so, you may be looking for a way to organize your limited set of kitchen supplies and dishes. Regardless of your family’s particular lifestyle, the kitchen organization tips listed below can help you create a space that reflects your needs and makes cooking and gathering in the kitchen that much easier. For those with a passion for cooking, finding a way to efficiently store your ample supply of kitchen gadgets can make all the difference. Try separating tools by their purpose. Hand mixers, cake decorating tools, flour sifters, and other baking tools can share space on one shelf while the meat thermometer, box grater, vegetable peeler, and other gadgets typically used for cooking main courses can share their own shelf. Organizing a tool by its purpose will lessen the chance that you’ll need to reach behind other items to get what you need. Take the same approach and apply it to your pantry. Baking soda, powder, brown sugar and flour can all sit on one shelf while you group pasta, broth and other similar items together. Having a general idea of where a tool or food is can make all the difference when pulling together a complex recipe. If you have a large family, then simply finding a place to store all of the pantry goods can become quite the task. There are several clever ways to approach a full kitchen. If you or someone you know is handy with some basic tools, then consider making a large, vertical pullout drawer on wheels that can fit between the refrigerator and the wall. Fashion on some shelves that are the appropriate size to fit canned foods and you’ve instantly made valuable pantry space available for other big items such as small appliances, Tupperware or large boxes of staple items while making canned food easy to view and find. Consider using other spaces

in your kitchen efficiently as well. Rather than a knife block taking space up on your counter, consider a magnetic knife holder. Use the space above the cupboards for storing rarely used items such as a turkey platter. Consider even using the space below your cupboards by hanging wine glasses from them. Clearing your kitchen of unnecessary and unused gadgets is a great approach if you’re looking for a more accessible kitchen that won’t overwhelm. Misty McNally of Modern Earth Living points out the transforming effect that ridding a kitchen of these unused items can have as she claims, “The first step to a great kitchen isn’t to remodel, but to clear away the space and energy guzzlers that clutter your counters and eat up storage. Underneath all those gadgets, you might already have the kitchen of your dreams.” Swapping out large appliances such as food processors and electric mixers with their more simple counterparts, such as a box grater and small hand held electric mixer can prove sufficient while leaving you with ample space to maneuver around your kitchen. This transition may best benefit smaller families or individuals who do not cook large amounts of food on a regular basis. If you find yourself opting for a more minimalistic approach to your kitchen, then there are a few tips to keep in mind, starting with opening up your cupboards, which can easily transform your space. This is because open cupboards allow you easy access to your dishes while simultaneously showcasing them. This approach arguably looks much better with a tidy set of dishes and a few memorable statement pieces, rather than a large amount of dishes that may be a little too cluttered for the eye to look at. Another great tip comes from Abby Stone of Apartment Therapy. She says to consider the items that you plan to use in your kitchen, “If the canister that you use to store flour is hard to open, it’s not useful. Before you buy something, try it out in the store and consider how you’ll use it.” This practice ensures that you are only filling your kitchen with items that you’ll get lots of use out of, allowing the opportunity for maximum efficiency, which of course means less time between walking in the door and sitting down to your next home cooked meal.

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ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT: Weekends. Daniel Gale Sotheby’s Int’l Realty, Wheatley Plaza. Phones, some computer work. Immediate. Please call Wendy 516-626-7600 or email Wendy@danielgale.com

DISPLAY ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE: Blank Slate Media, a fast growing chain of 6 award winning weekly newspapers and website, is looking for an energetic, service oriented professional with good communication skills to sell display, web and email advertising. Earn up to $60,000 in the first year representing 6 Blank Slate Media publications and website as well as 5 publications and 1 website owned by Blank Slate Media’s partner, Litmor Publications. We are looking for an enthusiastic and service oriented sales professional with good communication skills. Requirements: minimum 2 years outside sales experience. Newspaper sales experience a plus. Must have your own car. Exclusive protected territory. Opportunity to sell both print and online programs. A collegial, supportive sales team. Award-winning editorial coverage. A separate newspaper for each community allowing advertisers to target their markets. And you to provide the most cost-effective way to advertise. Represent media that produce superior response for clients. Compensation: Salary plus commission, health. To apply please email resume and cover letter to sblank@theislandnow.com or call Steven Blank at 516-307-1045 ext 201

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISITANT FT / Mon-Fri 9am-5pm; general office work, mailings, data entry. Email resume: gardencityoffice@aol.com CLERICAL: General office work for Garden City Insurance Agency. Computer literate. Full or part time. Please call: Robert Sommer 516-294-1000 DENTAL ASSISTANT /RECEPTIONIST wanted for a friendly Garden City Dental office. Part time afternoon hours available. Experience preferred. Please call 516-739-7669 for more information. Fax resume to 516-739-7670

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EMPLOYMENT HELP WANTED LACROSSE COACHES Twenty Four Lacrosse, LI’s fastest growing youth lacrosse program has several coaching positions open. Earn as a team coach or by running a camp, clinic, personal training. Experience wanted at College & Professional level. Also seeking Dad coaches interested in building a team around a core group of their players. 24Lax offers registration / m arketing / w eb support to build your program. Access to Nassau’s best grass / turf field facilities provided Contact: info@24lax.com or 516-712-2424 MANUFACTURING position for mature, dependable person for Mineola dental manufacturing company. Part time, 8-10 hours per week, Monday through Friday, hours and days flexible. Will train, flexible hours, retirees welcome. 516-499-8530

SITUATION WANTED AIDE AVAILABLE: HOME HEALTH AIDE Kind, compassionate aide with 25+ yrs experience seeking FT/ PT position on weekdays, weekends or overnight. References available. Call Liz 516-590-5338 CARE GIVER: NEED A COMPANION or nursing assistant for your loved ones at home or in a health care facility? Call 516-410-9943 for a NY State certified nursing assistant with excellent references ! CAREGIVER / HHA VERY HANDS ON LOVING, CARING, COMPASSIONATE HHA with over 10 years experience seeking FT live in or live out position. Great references. Licensed driver. Please call Shawn 516-424-0091 CAREGIVER: Seeking a patient, experienced care provider to care for your elderly loved one? If so, please contact me. I would be happy to assist. Call Marva 917-302-5482 CLEANING LADY AVAILABLE Cleans, organizes, your home, office or garage. English speaking, honest, reliable. Excellent references. Own transportation. Animal friendly. Free estimates. Call 516-225-8544 -DO YOU HAVE A SERVICE to advertise? Our Service Directory is sure to bring results. Call 2948935 for rates and information.

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CLEANING SERVICES FOR OFFICES OR HOMES. Available 7 days a week. Excellent references. Own transportation. Gift Certificates available! Call 516-974-8959

Holy St. Jude, Apostle and Martyr, great in virtue and rich in miracles, ear kinsman of Jesus Christ, faithful and intercessor of all who invoke your special patronage in time of need, to you I have recourse from the depth of my heart and humbly beg to whom God has given such great power to come to my assistance. Please help me in my present and urgent petition. (Here describe the nature of your personal need) In return I promise to make your name known and cause you to be invoked. St. Jude, pray for us all who invoke your aid. Amen. This Novena should be said for nine consecutive days. After reciting the Novena, pray 3 Our Fathers, 3 Hail Mary’s and 3 Glory Be. Publication must also be promised. M.H.

COMPANION/HOME HEALTH AIDE With 20 years experience in home care & nursing homes seeking position to care for the sick/elderly. Experience with Parkinsons, Alzheimers, Dementia, Stroke. Licensed driver able to transport to appointments, etc. References available. English speaking. Please call 347-546-4133 HHA CERTIFIED Seeking live in position MonFri to care for elderly. Honest, reliable. Over 27 yrs experience. References available. Contact: 347-777-3635 MAYA’S CLEANING Excellent Work! Reasonably priced. Provides cleaning supplies and vacuum or use yours. Own transportation 516-859-5355 516-244-3535 NANNY looking for work, full time. 20 years experience, excellent references. HHA certified for 6 years. Please call 516-2361711

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NOVENA TO SAINT CLAIRE Ask Saint Claire for 3 favors. 1 business and 2 impossible. Say 9 Hail Mary’s for 9 days with lighted candles. Pray whether you believe or not. Publish on 9th day. “May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adorned and glorified today and every day.” Request will be granted no matter how impossible it seems. Publication must be promised. M.H. NOVENA TO ST. JUDE May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, glorified, loved and preserved throughout the world, now and forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus, pray for us. St. Jude worker of miracles, pray for us. Say prayer 9 times a day. By the eighth day, your prayer will be answered as mine was. Publication must be promised. Thank you St. Jude. M.H.

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PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN (Never known to fail). Oh Most Beautiful Flower of Mount Carmel, fruitful vine of Splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin assist me in this necessity. Oh Star of the Sea help me and show herein you are my Mother. Oh Mary Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth I beseech thee from the bottom of my heart to succor me this necessity (make request). There are none that can withstand your power. Oh show me herein you are my Mother. Oh Mary conceived without sin pray for us who have recourse to Thee (three times). Oh Holy Mary I place this cause in your hands (three times). Thank you for your mercy to me and mine. Amen. This prayer must be said for three days and after three days your request will be granted. The prayer must be published after the favor is granted. M.H.

LOOK! Old clocks and watches wanted by collector regardless of condition. Highest prices paid. 917-748-7225

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

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 PRIVACY HEDGE SPRING BLOW OUT SALE. 6’ Arborvitae (cedar) reg. $129 NOW $69. Beautiful, nursery grown. FREE installation / FREE delivery. Limited supply! ORDER NOW! 518-536-1367 www.lowcosttrees. com

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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. 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

TAG SALE *BROWSE *SHOP *CONSIGN A.T. STEWART EXCHANGE CONSIGNMENT SHOP China, Silver, Crystal, Jewelry, Artwork, Furniture, Antiques, Collectibles Tues-Fri 10-4 Sat 12-4 Every Tuesday: 10% Senior Citizen Discount. All proceeds benefit The Garden City Historical Society 109 Eleventh Street Garden City 11530 516-746-8900 email: store@atstewartexchange.org www.gardencityhistoricalsociety. org INVITED SALES BY TRACY JORDAN Tuesday, March 7 9:30 am 168 Birch Drive New Hyde Park, NY 11040 Beautifully decorated home selling dining room furniture, living room, bedroom and kitchen furniture, pool table, many collectibles and household items... Visit www.invitedsales.com for pictures and details !

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: Litmor Publications, Beautiful Grandchildren Contest, 81 East Barclay St., Hicksville N.Y. 11801. We’ll do the rest!

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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

AUTOMOTIVE AUTO FOR SALE HONDA PILOT EX 2010: 4WD, 89,250 miles, good condition. $11,250. 516-263-0598

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FOR RENT BY OWNER: FLORAL PARK VILLAGE 2nd floor apartment- completely renovated 2 BRM /1 Bath. includes EIK with SS appliances, granite counter and D/W. Large MBRM with W/I closet. Hardwood floors thru-out + Laundry room with W/D and 1 car garage, near shops and LIRR. Asking $2150 +utilities. For more information: Call Rose @ 516 655-7501

MINEOLA NEW LUXURY HIGH RISE Doorman building. 3 BR, 2 Bath, Bosch W/D, S/S Appliances. Complimentary Amenities: 50’ indoor pool, sauna, fitness center, roof lounge. 2 garage parking spots. Rent $4,295. Lease for 14ms & pay rent for 12ms. Effective net rent is $3,682. Weichert Realtors 516-551-5478

GARDEN CITY BORDER APARTMENT: Spacious, bright 1 bedroom with dining area + outdoor balcony, gated parking, laundry, A/C, hardwood floors. NO BROKER FEE, near LIRR. $1,500 + electric. ALSO Studio, $1,275.00 Available approximately March 1. www.gcbapts. com or 516-742-1101

NASSAU RESIDENCE Private entrance New lower level 1 BR single occupancy (1 person) Kitchen, LR, Closets Utilities included. Credit check +1ms security Near LIRR/buses No pets/smoking $1,200. Call 516-488-1346

GARDEN CITY

HOMES FOR RENT

One Bedroom, LR/DR combo, New EIK, Elevator, Doorman $2,400

GARDEN CITY 3 Beds, 1.5 Baths, Bright Colonial on quiet block. Close to LIRR and Homestead School. Wood Floors and Stainless Steel appliances. $3,800/month. Contact: Jon 718-664-8702

Large, Sunny Corner Unit, 4 rooms. 2 Bed, New Bath $3,500 Sunny, 3 rooms. 1 Bed, EIK, LR/DR combo A/C, parking. $2,300 Garden City Properties 516-746-1563 / 516-313-8504 GARDEN CITY SOUTH Two family house, first floor Private entrance, LR/Dining area, New EIK, New Bath, 2 BR, Basement Rec Room, Laundry, Shower, Parking. $2,200/month. Call Broker, C. Quill 516-7326049

OFFICE SPACE GARDEN CITY Single Window Corner Office Overlooking Franklin Avenue, approximately 16’5” x 14’. Perfect for Psychologist, Therapist, CPA, Attorney or other professional. ELEVATOR, shared waiting area, kitchen, WiFi, Unlimited use Conference Room. $1500/month Tom 516-877-7410 ext 101

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GREAT NECK: Retail store for rent by owner. 550 Northern Blvd across from Leonard’s. 1600 square foot, fully renovated, new HVAC, new lavatory, office work area and conference room, parking lot, signage, taxes included, separate gas and electric. Ready to move in! $7500 per month. 516-829-1244

VACATION RENTAL OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND Best selection of affordable rentals. Full/partial weeks. Call for FREE brochure. Open daily. Holiday Resort Services. 1-800638-2102. Online reservations: www.holidayoc.com SOUTH JAMESPORT SUMMER RENTAL Newly renovated, on Peconic Bay, sandy beach. 3 BR, 2 Bath, all amenities, sleeps 6. Single family, no pets, no smokers. $14,000 / m onth + security. Call 516-456-8808

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE HOMES FOR SALE FLORIDA, KEY WEST Welcome to Paradise. Across from Smathers Beach. Condo, 2 bedroom, 2 bath. Absolutely mint. Absolute turnkey operation. 305-292-9887 GARDEN CITY Colonial Prime Mid Block Western Section: 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath, New Eat In Kitchen, New Master Bath, New Driveway, New Stoop, New Roof, Large Great Room, Formal Living Room w/ Fireplace, Formal Dining Room, Finished Basement. Close to LIRR. 60x100 Lot. $1,029,000. Call 516-314-4906 GARDEN CITY FOR SALE BY OWNER Quiet block. Northeast Section. 3 BR, everything renovated. SD#18. Call for pricing and appointments. NO BROKERS. 516-456-3135 GARDEN CITY FOR SALE BY OWNER Lovely and well maintained Western Section Split Level. 3 BR, 2.5 Baths, oversized Den w/ fireplace, 2 Car Garage, CAC, In Ground Sprinklers. Priced to sell at $879,000. Taxes $14k before STAR! NO BROKERS PLEASE. Call 516-246-3421

GARDEN CITY STUNNING TUDOR CENTER HALL COLONIAL 107 Chestnut Street 6 Bedrooms/5 Baths. Family Room w/French Doors to Patio, Landscaped Backyard. Sunroom, Stainless/Granite Eat in Kitchen, Large DR, LR w/ Fireplace, Master Bedroom w/ Bath. 4 BR on Second Floor. Third Floor: 2 BR / Full Bath. Finished Basement w/Storage. Hardwood Floors / M oulding Throughout. Fully Alarmed, Sprinkler, Detached Garage. Garden City Schools. A Must See!!! $1,375,000. Call 516-526-7193

LOTS FOR SALE FINGER LAKES WATERFRONT 6.5 acres $99,900 Long lake frontage, beautiful private woodlands, pristine spring fed lake! 15 tracts avail from 2 to 25 acres! Buy now! Prices and int rates will be rising! Call 888-4793394 NewYorkLandandLakes. com LENDER FORCES SALE! 39 acres $89,900 WELL BELOW MARKET! Catskill Mtn setting w/view, woods, spring, stonewalls! Approved for your new getaway! Financing available! 888-905-8847

OUT OF TOWN REAL ESTATE SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA (EAST COAST) Beach Cove is an Age Restricted Community where friends are easily made. Sebastian is an “Old Florida” fishing village with a quaint atmosphere yet excellent medical facilities, shopping and restaurants. Direct flights from Newark to Vero Beach. New manufactured homes from 89,900. 772581-0080; www.beach-cove.com

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

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TAX & ACCOUNTING: Winnie Malone, CPA, MBA. Smart Allied Accounting & Tax Services. Individual & Business Taxes. Tax Problems Resolved, Financial Statements. YearRound Accounting. Bookkeeping & Payroll. 516-626-0711. www.smartallied.com. winnie@ smartallied.com

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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

CHEMISTRY TUTOR: Call Jonathan, Ivy League Ph.D. AP, SAT II, Regents. I also tutor Biology, Physics, Earth & Environmental Science. itutorchem@gmail.com or 516669-0587

HOME IMPROVEMENTS AMBIANCE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES *Handyman & Remodeling *Kitchen Installations *Furniture Assembly *Finish Carpentry *Minor Electrical & Plumbing 23year GC Resident Lic & Ins H18E2170000 Call BOB 516-741-2154 EAST COAST DECORATING Specializing in Painting, Spackling, Wallpaper removal. Skim coating. Licensed and Insured. 25 years experience. Fast and very neat! 631-305-8861 LAMPS FIXED $65 In home service. Handy Howard. 646-996-7628

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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.

PET EXPO

Pet Lovers Save the Dates for this Great Show

Long Island Pet Expo

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March 10-12, 2017

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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

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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

IVY LEAGUE GRAD TUTOR: 8+ years experience. Specialities include Physics, Chemistry, Math (all levels), SAT, SAT II. Rate $100 / hr. Sessions held in Library. Skype tutoring available. Call 718-415-8118

COLLEGE ARTS ADMISSIONS: College Counseling in the Visual and Performing Arts. Dance, Musical Theatre & Drama. Film, Instrumental ENGLISH, ACT, SAT TUTOR: & Vocal Music. Audio Record25+ year experience Critical ing & Production. Theatre TechReading, Writing, Grammar, nology & Production. Visual & Graphic Arts. Resume, Essays, Essays. Lynne 625-3314 Repertoire Lists. Michele ZimSPANISH TUTOR: Spanish merman. 516-353-6255 CollegeGrammar-Literature, FLACS A ArtsAdmissions@gmail.com -FLACS B, Exam Preparation / www.CollegeArtsAdmissions. Comps. William Cullen, M.A., com Spanish, S.D.A. Chaminade HS, Fairfield University Alumnus. COMPLETE JUNK REMOV516-509-8174. wdctutor06@aol. AL/DEMOLITION SERVICE: com. References furnished upon Strong Arm Contracting Inc. We haul anything and everyrequest. thing. Entire contents of home INSTRUCTION or office. We clean it up and take it away. Residential/Commercial. Bonded/Insured. Free BASEBALL INSTRUCTION estimates. 516-538-1125 Top rated on Long Island MATH, SAT, ACT TUTOR: Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2 plus Trig, Pre-Calc, AP Calculus. Norm 625-3314

New York State Certified Go to: coachup.com/coaches/johns-22 for reviews and info. 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 HOUSE CLEANER: Excellent service with great references, own transportation, English speaking. Call Mirian at 516-6426624 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 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

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. 516635-4315 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 OVERWHELMED by inefficient use of living space? Drowning in an ocean of paperwork? We create order out of Chaos. Free Consultation. Neat Freaks Lisa Marx and Randi Yerman. 917-751-0395 www.neatfreaks1976.com Instagram:organizethisnthat 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 718887-4400

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Last Hope Animal Rescue’s Supermarket Bingo

Tickets are now on sale for Last Hope Animal Rescue’s Spring Supermarket Bingo which will take place on Friday, March 10th at Levittown Hall, 201 Levittown Parkway, Hicksville. Doors open at 6 PM Game play 7- 10 PM Admission: $15 per person - Admission includes one Bingo card (set of 4 games), cake and coffee at intermission. Tickets: Online via Paypal at: www.lasthopeanimalrescue.org Contact Linda at 516-455-5370 for more info, or if you wish to pay by check. Additional cards, daubers and hot dogs/ snacks/beverages can be purchased separately. Prizes to include an assortment of supermarket & grocery store $25 gift cardslike Costco, Stop n’ Shop, BJs, Stew Leonards. There will also be a Chinese Auction, 50/50 raffle and Lotto Tree raffle. So bring some friends and join us for a fun evening of Bingo where all the proceeds benefit Last Hope’s Animal Rescue & Rehabilitation

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Last Hope receives grant to provide free “Trap, Neuter, Release” vouchers Last Hope thanks PET PEEVES (with our collective cat-loving heart) for a generous $12,000 grant so we can offer the public FREE TNR spay/neuter vouchers for feral cats from Feb.13 to May 1. This grant allows us to be proactive in an attempt to lessen the upcoming kitten season by altering cats before females get pregnant. We’re trying to “Beat the Heat”. The PET PEEVES funds will help Last Hope to spay/neuter at least 200 cats. Cat caretakers can apply for the FREE vouchers, beginning Mon, Feb. 13 at the link below on the Last Hope website:

http://lasthopeanimalrescue.org/fix-a-feral/ After May 1, we will be resuming our regular FIX-A-FERAL program with discounted TNR vouchers at our participating vets. Feral cats are our community “shadow” citizens, so often ignored and tormented. PET PEEVES an advocacy organization for local animal rescues truly is “The Voice of Long Island Pets”. http://petpeeves.org/ Last Hope is so GRATEFUL to PET PEEVES for their continued support of our rescue efforts.

Cat Lovers Needed Our Last Hope adoption venue at PetSmart on Route 110, Huntington Station currently has openings for volunteers who are able to cover morning and evening cleaning/feeding shifts as well as midday meet/greet ones. If you enjoy interacting with and helping cats, this is the perfect volunteer job for you! During the year, we have friendly adult cats and kittens that are in our adoption center, eagerly awaiting their forever homes. If you’re interested in helping our furry felines, please email Lauren at lasthopepetsmartvolunteers@gmail.com Our main adoption center is located at 3300 Beltagh Avenue, Wantagh. Please visit our web site – http://lasthopeanimalrescue.org to read more about our organization and to see photos and information about all of our fabulous felines who are waiting in our various venues for loving families of their own.

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Jocklyn Carter Jocklyn Carter, longtime resident of Stewart Manor, died Tuesday, February 21st, of complications related to brain cancer, at age 73. She expressed her lifelong passion for dance as a writer for several publications, including the Saturday Evening Post and the NY Council for the Arts. She worked for many years as the Director of the Children’s Department at the West Hempstead Public Library, and was a member of the Vestry of Christ Church in Garden City, NY, receiving the Bishop’s Medal for her devoted work on social outreach programs. She is survived by her husband, Tim, two sons, Ben and Jon, and two grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at Christ Church Episcopal, 33 Jefferson Street, Garden City at 3PM on March 7. Donations in her memory can be

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IN MEMORIAM Vincent Guida Vincent Guida, 91, of Garden City passed away on February 22, 2017. He was born in Flatbush, Brooklyn, in his family home on April 18, 1925 to James and Rose Guida. Vincent was a graduate of James Madison HS and attended Dartmouth University. On November 17, 1947 he married the love of his life, Yolanda with whom he spent the next 59 years. Vincent and his two older brothers, Maurice and Michael, took over their father’s wood heel manufacturing company, a 23,000 square foot facility in Bush Terminal, located on the waterfront in the Sunset Park neighborhood of Brooklyn. Vincent became the President/ Treasurer and the head of production of the Guida Wood Heel Company. Manufacturing heels by hand is an art, retained by only a few select shoe manufacturers who would otherwise employ the use of mass production that requires the most precise fittings and select materials crafted individually and finished with leather or stained to match and fit each shoe. The Guida heels have adorned some of the most beautiful shoes made in the world, by companies including Levine, Vivier and Dior, and have been exhibited at the Metropolitan Museum. The use of heels on shoes dates back to the Egyptians, but in 1533, Catherine de Medici was the first woman to don 2” heels to counterweigh her lack of beauty and aesthetic appeal by lengthening her short legs. As heels became a success, they were associated with wealth and privilege. Popular for both sexes by 1590, a person who had authority or wealth was often

Vincent Guida referred to as “well-heeled”. Vincent can be credited as being well-heeled by his vast number of friends and family, who have adored him for his gentlemanly manner, open heart, and unequivocal sense of fairness and acceptance. His fun loving spirit and funny banter will forever warm our hearts. He was the longest-standing member of the Garden City CC for 59 years. Vincent was preceded in death by his parents and loving wife, Yolanda, and is survived by his daughter Carol (Jeffrey) Haug, and sons Vincent (Carol Anne) Guida III, Robert (Jessie) Guida, and grandchildren Michael (Kristina) Haug, Vincent Guida IV, Diana Haug, Christopher Guida, and Alyssa Guida.

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Dr. Lisa Coors, applications.” PT, DPT of Physical This scholarship Therapy Options, is is open to high school pleased to offer a scholseniors/candidates for arship in the amount of graduation attending $300 to graduating high one of the following school students with an schools: Chaminade interest in pursuing a High School, Mineola, career in a healthcare NY; Garden City High profession, e.g., Physical School, Garden City, NY; Therapist, Occupational Kellenberg Memorial Therapist, Physician, High School, Uniondale, Registered Nurse, NY; Our Lady of Mercy etc. Physical Therapy Academy, Syosset, Options has gladly NY; and Sacred Heart served the Garden City Academy, Hempstead, Dr. Lisa Coors, PT, DPT and surrounding area NY. Other rules for over 10 years. As part of their com- apply. An application form can be mitment to the community they are obtained by visiting Physical Therapy excited to launch this scholarship pro- Options located at 226 7th Street, gram. Suite 101, Garden City, NY; emailing “I have been proud to mentor many PTOptionsScholarship@gmail.com; interns, both high school and college, calling the office at 516-747-1520; or in my practice and it has always been applications can be found at each of the a wonderful experience,” says Dr. Lisa stated high school’s Guidance Offices. Coors. “This scholarship is my way The deadline is April 20, 2017. to give back to the community. As a Winners will be notified by May 1, healthcare professional I believe it’s 2017. For further information, feel important to mentor students interested free to contact Physical Therapy in healthcare careers. I wish everyone Options at 516-747-1520 or via email at luck and look forward to reading the PTOptionsScholarship@gmail.com.

Decorate a Rainbow Fondant Cake

Decorate a Rainbow Fondant Cake With the Baking Coach Wednesday, March 22 at 7:00 p.m. Welcome spring by decorating a fondant rainbow cake using fondant cutouts, cake and buttercream. Everyone will go home with their own decorated cake. Participants are encouraged to bring a rolling pin. 90-minute program;

limited to 24 adults. Registration is limited & begins on Wednesday, March 8 for Garden City residents. To register, please call 7428405, ext. 212. Non-Garden City residents may register on Wednesday, March 15. This program is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Musical History Tour

Musical History Tour of Rock & Roll, Doo Wop & Pop Concert with the Vic Vincent Group Sunday, March 5, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. Take a walk down memory lane to the sound of music from the 1950’s through the decades with the Vic Vincent Group. Selections include tributes to unforget-

table singers and musicians who have influenced countless performers, as well as all of us, throughout the years. No registration. All are welcome! This program is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

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It’s What’s Happening for Young Adults at the Library Paint Party with Authentic HeArtwork

Join us on Saturday, March 25 from 1-3 PM for a Paint Party with Authentic HeArtwork. Tweens and teens will make a cherry blossom painting. This program is for tweens and teens in Grades 6-12. Registration is required and begins Monday, March 6 at 9:30AM online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org ). This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Intergenerational Game Night

On Monday, March 27 from 6-8 PM, the Children’s and Young Adult Department will be hosting an Intergenerational Game Night. Children, tweens, teens, and their parents are welcome to join us for a night of gaming. Challenge your family to a round of Super Smash Brothers and Mario Kart 8 on the Wii U or compete against others in tabletop games. Parents can introduce their kids to some retro games such as Dr. Mario, Super Mario Bros., Donkey Kong and more by playing Nintendo’s NES Classic Edition. Snacks and beverages will be provided. Registration is required and begins Monday, March 6 at 9:30AM online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org ).

Yak and Snack Book Discussion

Read the book A Monster Calls by Patrick Ness and join us for a discussion at the Library on Thursday, March 30 from 7:00PM-8:00PM. This program is for Grades 6-12. Registration is required and is underway online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. Registrants can pick up a copy of the book in the Young Adult Room after they register online. Registrants should bring a brown-bag dinner to the event. Food and snacks will be provided. If you are interested in earning volunteer hours and would like to volunteer to be a Teen Book Club Leader for this book discussion, please contact Young Adult Librarian Laura Giunta via email at laurag@gardencitypl.org or via phone at 516-742-58405 x242.

College Admissions: Your Roadmap to Success

On Monday, March 20 beginning at 6:45PM, Your College Navigator Michael Binder returns to the Garden City Public Library to give tips on choosing the right college during the program “College Admissions: Your Roadmap to Success with Your College Navigator.” Mr. Binder will discuss what to do to enhance your application, the steps to take throughout high school in the college admissions process, and how to identify those things the college you desire is looking for. This program is for college-bound students and parents. Registration is required and is

underway online via Eventkeeper (www. gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Video Game Design with Sharper Training Solutions

Join us on Saturday, March 11 at 2-4 PM for the program Video Game Design with Sharper Training Solutions. In this hands-on class, tweens and teens will get an introduction to the basics of video game creation. Learn how to design a video game and create a program. The class will compile the finished program and learn how to make changes and correct errors. This program is for tweens and teens in Grades 6-12. Registration is required and is underway online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org ). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for more availability. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Babysitting Workshop

The Garden City Public Library will be hosting a Babysitting Workshop for tweens in Grades 6-12 in March. This is a two part workshop. Registrants are required to attend both sessions to receive a certificate. Registration is required and is underway online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for more availability. This program has been funded by The Friends of the Garden City Public Library. • Monday, March 6, 6 - 8 PM – First Aid Session. The First Aid Session conducted by JoAnn Tanck, RN and Georgette Basso, RN focuses on the care and health of young children. Participants are asked to bring a doll so they may practice the proper ways to hold a baby while feeding or diapering. • Monday, March 13, 6 PM-7:15 PM – Safety Session. Steve Espey of Garden City Recreation Department and Detective Richard Pedone of the Youth Bureau of the Garden City Police Department will be at the library to facilitate the second part of the Babysitting Workshop.

Teen Advisory Board Meetings

Need volunteer hours? Considering joining the Library’s Teen Advisory Board! Volunteers must be in Grades 6-12. Earn volunteer hours and help work on some fun programs and projects at the Library. The Teen Advisory Board will have its next monthly general meeting on Wednesday, March 8, from 2 - 3 PM. We will be discussing Star Wars Day on April 29! Can’t make the meeting? Find ways to still help out by contacting Young Adult Librarian Laura Giunta via email at laurag@gardencitypl.org or via phone at 516-742-8405 x242.

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Coffee & Tea by the Book Social Security workshop at GC Public Library

The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane by Lisa See Garden City Public Library Tuesday, April 18th at 9:30AM In person registration for Garden City Library cardholders begins on Tuesday, March 28th at the Reference Desk of the Library at 9:30AM for a Coffee & Tea by the Book discussion to be held on Tuesday, April 18th on the First Floor of the Library in the Periodical Room at 9:30AM sharp. Librarians Laura Flanagan and Ann Garnett will moderate this discussion of The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane by Lisa See. In this thrilling new novel from New York Times bestselling author Lisa See, the

author explores the lives of a Chinese mother and her daughter who has been adopted by an American couple. A powerful story about a family, separated by circumstances, culture, and distance, The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane paints an unforgettable portrait of a little known region and its people and celebrates the bond that connects mothers and daughters. You can pick up a copy of the book when you register at the Reference Desk. You are welcome to bring your own coffee or tea. Registration is limited to 25 Garden City Public Library cardholders. Non-Garden City Library cardholders may register in person beginning April 11th if space is available.

Strategies to Maximize Spousal & Survivor Benefits Garden City Public Library Tuesday Evening March 7th, 2017 @ 7:00 PM An AARP survey determined that only half of its respondents who were either married or had ever been married were aware that Social Security spousal benefits were available to them. Daniel Mazzola, CFA, CPA, will provide a broad overview of the

Social Security program as it pertains to retirees and beneficiaries while emphasizing spousal and survivor benefits. These auxiliary benefits will be evaluated and attendees will learn how to optimize payouts using a simple strategy. This program will be held at the Garden City Public Library on Tuesday evening March 7th at 7PM. Bring your questions! This program is open to all.

News From the Children’s Room March is Women’s History Month

March is Women’s History Month. Come to the Library to learn about Rosa Parks, Hillary Clinton and other First Ladies, Maya Angelou, Marie Curie and others. Read about the history behind the Suffrage Movement in America and the struggle for equality for all. Check out the life stories of these trailblazing women and other famous women.

Upcoming Children’s Programs

Thursdays, April 6 & May 11 Drop-In LEGO Club Come with your old friends and make new friends at our new LEGO Club. This monthly club meets on Thursday afternoons from 4:00PM to 5:00PM and is for children in Grades Kindergarten through Fifth Grade. No registration required. Space is limited. Children will be accommodated on a first-come, first-served basis. The Library will provide LEGO bricks for children to build with during the program. The Drop-In LEGO Club was made possible through the generosity of the Friends of the Garden City Public Library as well as through LEGO donations from library patrons. Wednesday, March 15 Celebrate Pete the Cat with Miss Donna and A Time For Kids For children ages 2 ½-5 (not in Kindergarten) and an adult caregiver. This program runs from 7:00PM-8:00PM Registration is required. Registration begins Monday, March 6 at 9:30AM on Eventkeeper. You must do a separate registration for each child you wish to attend the program. Saturday March 18 Outer Space craft with Shirley

Ruby from 1-2PM For Grades K-2 only. Registration is required. Registration begins Monday, Monday, March 6 at 9:30AM on Eventkeeper. You must do a separate registration for each child you wish to attend the program. Monday March 27 Intergenerational Game Night Joint program with the Young Adult Department. This program, which runs from 6 - 8 PM, is for children, tweens and teens in Grades 3-8, with a parent or other special adult. Challenge your family to a round of Super Smash Brothers and Mario Kart 8 on the Wii U or compete against others in tabletop games. Parents can introduce their children to some retro games by playing Nintendo’s NES Classic Edition. Snacks will be served. Registration is required. Registration begins Monday, March 6 at 9:30 AM on Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) . Only one person per household registers. Please arrive promptly. If you are late, your spot may be given to someone on the waitlist. Saturday April 1 Spring Science with Science Teacher Chris Buchman For children in Grades K-2. From 1 – 2 PM. Registration is required. Registration begins Monday, March 20 at 9:30 AM on Eventkeeper. You must do a separate registration for each child you wish to attend the program. Tuesday, April 18 Spring Egg Hunt in the Library This program is for children ages 2 ½-5 (not in Kindergarten) and a caregiver at 10 AM. Registration is required. Registration begins Monday, April 3 at 9:30 AM on Eventkeeper. You must do

a separate registration for each child you wish to attend the program. Please arrive promptly. If you are late, your spot may be given to someone on the waitlist. Children should bring their own baskets to collect eggs. Thursday, April 20 Tween Book Discussion and Author Chat with Author Jen Calonita For Grades 4, 5, and Tweens in Grades 6 and 7). This is a joint program with the Young Adult Department. Read the book Flunked, by author Jen Calonita, then come to discuss the book with the author herself! The program runs from 6-7:30PM. Registration is required. Registration begins Monday, March 20 at 9:30AM online on Eventkeeper. You must do a separate registration for each child you wish to attend the program. Please arrive promptly. If you are late, your spot may be given to someone on the waitlist. Snacks and beverages will be provided. Bring your own copy and have it signed. You will also be able to pick up a copy to check out in either the Children’s or Young Adult Departments after you have registered. Saturday, April 29 Star Wars Day This is a joint program with the Young Adult Department. PLEASE NOTE: There are three events, each requiring separate registration. Two programs are for Grades 3-5 and tweens in grades 6-8, one program is a family program. Registration begins Monday, April 3 at 9:30AM online on Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org ). You must do a separate registration for each child you wish to attend the program. Please arrive promptly. If you are late, your spot may be given to someone on the waitlist.

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11 AM-12 PM Star Wars Cupcakes with the Baking Coach. Grades 3-5 only. 12:30PM-1:30PM Star Wars Science with Science Teacher Chris Buchman. Grades 3-5 only. 2:30PM-3:30PM Family Show Lightsaber Show and Jedi Training with the Saber Guild: Endor Temple A family show followed by Jedi training featuring Lucasfilm-Preferred Costume and Lightsaber Choreography Group, Saber Guild: Endor Temple. Tickets required. Register for tickets beginning Monday, April 3 at 9:30AM online on Eventkeeper. Before and after the Family show there will be an opportunity to meet and greet members of the Saber Guild: Endor Temple. There is no registration for this. There will be a Star Wars scavenger hunt, word games and other activities. Saturday May 20 The Human Library The Children’s and Young Adult Departments present this extraordinary event, which runs from 1-4:00PM. Check out a Human “Book” for 20 minutes and hear about a historical event he or she lived through, a fascinating life experience or, an unusual or exciting career and more. Registration is required and begins April 24 at 9:30AM online on Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org ). Please check the Library website www.gardencitypl.org for upcoming events and registration dates. Funding for these programs has been provided by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library. Priority for registration and participation is given to children who are Garden City Public Library cardholders.

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The NAMI Queens Nassau Board of Directors with representatives of The Men’s Association: David Sills, Board Secretary; Ellen Victor, Board Co-VP; Bob Basel TMA; Janet Susin, President of Board; Gerry Kelly GCHS ‘75; Ellen Ritz, Board Co- VP.

Men’s Association donates proceeds of alumni basketball game to NAMI The Men’s Association of Garden City donated $6200 to the National Alliance of Mental Illness,Queens- Nassau branch on February 22 at NAMI’s monthly meeting in Glen Oaks, NY. NAMI is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. What started as a small group of families gathered around a kitchen table in 1979 has blossomed into the nation’s leading voice on mental health. Today, NAMI is an association of hundreds of local affiliates, state organizations and volunteers who work in our community to raise awareness and provide support and education that was not previously available to those in need. The featured speaker at the meeting was Dr. Lloyd Sederer, Chief Medical Officer of New York State Office of Mental Health. Dr. Sederer spoke on his new book, “Four Secrets in Plain Sight”, which targets both clinicians and lay readers. He explained that 1) behaviors have meaning, 2) attachment is central to health (and recovery), 3)“doing more” often means doing more harm, 4) chronic stress may be the most debilitating condition of life. The NAMI Queens –Nassau branch provided the Men’s Association with a copy of the book, which

will be donated to the Garden City Library later this Spring. The book, only 108 pages long, allows residents to gain insight on improving mental health. For almost 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. We thank all the Garden City community, Alumni and families, as well as the Athletic Director, coaches and players on the current Varsity Basketball Teams for volunteering to make this event a success. We hope our awareness campaign and fund raising for mental illness will rid the stigma of the disease and facilitate conversations so the impacted reach out for help so life wins.

Dr. Lloyd Sederer, Chief Medical Officer of the New York State Office of Mental Health, Janet Susin, President NAMI Queens Nassau, Gerry Kelly GCHS ‘75

Coach Tong with co-captains Matt Spangler and Gerry Kelly in 1978

From page 1 its Tuesday, February 28 meeting, but at the meeting the board did approve a routine resolution for “Sunday Use of Facilities” for the Centennials Soccer, at both Stewart and Stratford fields from 1 to 6 p.m., March 19 through June 18. There’s much more on the horizon and in the best interests of all residents, from the village’s and sports leagues’ perspectives. The initiative subtly started six months ago, when leaders from sports organizations met with Ocker and Recreation staff for focus group meetings related to the new Multi-sport turf field. Progress on that front has the 105-yard Multi-sport field scheduled for completion and opening on June 30, after this school year is over. “Out of a couple of those meetings we’ve had a great discussion about our collective desire to work on our shared services relationship with the school district. Deputy Mayor Richard Silver drafted a letter that we feel tells the story of where we think we can go to better utilize the existing facilities throughout the village, both schools’ and Recreation’s including the new fields. The spirit of our conversation is to work together for the benefit of everyone. Hopefully we can move forward and the letter will be signed by the organizations’ leaders,” Ocker said at the Rec. Commission meeting February 16. Al Vanasco, president of the Garden City Athletic Association, commented on the draft letter at the Recreation Commission’s meeting on February 16. He said the letter was written well and explained what local sports organizations and the Recreation department “are trying to do.” But one aspect remains up in the air: who exactly should schedule field usages? “I thought that in asking Garden City Schools to share the fields, we also looked at the village (Recreation Department) controlling the allocation of fields even though schools have first priority on their fields. My feeling is that we’d like to do the letter and work in cooperation with the district, and maybe after a year we could suggest that it would be more efficient if the village ran the field-use schedule,” Vanasco told the Rec. Commission. Deputy Mayor Silver, the Village Board liaison to Recreation and Parks, clarified that a choice would be offered to Garden City Schools for the village (Recreation) to do the administrative work for scheduling the fields, if GCUFSD wants. “They can of course keep the responsibility, partner with the village or shadow the scheduling,” Silver said on February 16. Vanasco was firm in the belief that sports leagues in Garden City “need to share the fields, for all of us.” Silver and Ocker heard from Vanasco and a half-dozen other heads of sport leagues

who supported an immediate approach to the school district and continuing insights with Board of Education President Angela Heineman. Weeks before the letter was sent and before the Rec. Commission’s last meeting, Heineman spoke over the phone with Silver. Ocker referred to this “preliminary discussion” and Silver explained that the board has known, by this time, what the request would entail. On February 16 the letter was signed by several representatives (leaders) of Garden City sports organizations. Five days after the Rec. Commission met Ocker announced at the February 21 Village Board of Trustees’ meeting that ‘common ground’ starts with input from the heads of sports organizations operating in Garden City, for a “shared-use facilities initiative” involving the athletic fields of the Garden City Union Free School District. “We have a letter that Deputy Mayor Silver and I along with others have been crafting and that will go to the school board and administration shortly. As we go into construction with some of our fields it’s very important that we gain access to some of our schools’ fields so we can do all the scheduling that we have and also get experience with the new big field. We are poised and ready to present some questions to them and so far we’re getting good cooperation,” Ocker said, reporting on mild feedback from informal idea-tossing. Also at the February 21 Board of Trustees’ meeting Deputy Mayor Silver described a goal for Garden City Recreation, as it finishes the first phase of the 2016 to 2020 Strategic Plan, to be sure of “optimizing the use of collective assets,” both the school district’s and the village’s, before Garden City plans to build more or improve more and “before we over-invest in the next round of recreational facilities.” “There’s already considerable sharing of resources between the village and the school district. The schools make use of our fields and facilities and we do the same, as do our various athletic programs. A number of our sports organizations have their own arrangements with the school district to use parts of facilities at various times. They come together and agreed to work, coordinated by Kevin Ocker and Parks/ Recreation staff, to go to the school district and say ‘how do we share these facilities in the most optimal way so that we get the most bang for the buck in terms of fields, facilities and recreational assets that taxpayers of Garden City support – be they school district assets or village assets,’ Silver said. He mentioned more about the staffs of each – the Village of Garden City and the Garden City Union Free School District – working together to maximize use of the assets “collectively funded by taxpayers of our village.” With the Garden City Schools’ budget presen-

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Schools, village explore shared use of fields

tation on Tuesday February 28, new capital investments outlined included the high school turf field and track replacement project for the summer of 2017, as it was approved as part of using district Capital Reserve funds last May, as well as new scoreboards at GCHS for lacrosse fields, the main gym and soccer. Silver adds that scheduling teams should not compromise the school district’s priority on the assets they control, just as the village has priority on parks and field assets and they handle the same responsibility for GCUFSD when needed. “If on the other hand the schools want to provide a block of time, our (Recreation Director) Sandra Young and the rest of staff will take the time to fill out charts working with the sports leagues,” Deputy Mayor Silver said. Commission member Michael Ryder believes approaching school board members individually with the field usage and scheduling idea would be best, referencing as his own interactions with Board Vice President Tom Pinou at WPOA meetings. He said in their last conversation, Pinou was not very aware of the field usage potential, and he thought Village Administrator Ralph Suozzi was working with Superintendent of Schools Dr. Robert Feirsen directly. Ryder says at times in the past, the dialogue was one-way with the school district requesting the use of Village of Garden City fields.

“The doors were always open here, and this is a good approach. Options to let them run the schedule or if the village runs the schedule is great with the end result of sharing use of playing fields – it does not matter how we get there,” Ryder said. Commission member Judy Courtney also suggested that the sports league leaders and her colleagues on the Commission should be more assertive with their respective POA’s school board representatives. She agrees with Ryder that each board member could be minimally aware of even a small part of district athletic fields’ usages. “There’s very few times when we reach out to school board members, except when it’s the budget vote and then we will hear from them a lot. I think if we can rally the sports members and POA members. Emails are a powerful message for school board trustees to receive from residents. To be assertive there would be helpful,” she said. Ocker told the organizations’ leaders it was a prime time to forward the request letter, still prior to the school board formulating and adopting the final 2017-2018 school budget in the next two months. Deputy Mayor Silver envisioned a starting point for sharing fields; a get-together at the start of a sport’s season. If GCUFSD opts to be in control of scheduling, the village would be identifying needs of the various sports organizations.

From page 1 upgrades at the Tuesday, February 28 school board meeting at Garden City High School. He cited the usage of the GCUFSD’s fund balance, monies left over from a budget cycle year with an annual budget hovering at $110 million recently, to reduce costs for the following school years. Reserves essentially initiate further progress and a way to do preventative maintenance, he says. “We have been prudently using reserves to supplement our revenues from taxpayers and state aid. We have been funding capital projects on a steady basis and we spent a good amount of resources on that because we recognized that if we do it now, we save expenditures later. In your own house you can delay putting on a new roof but sooner or later that repair will turn into a roof replacement. Same thing with boilers, you can patch it up to work but in a year or two you’d have to replace it. We have done that with our facilities and infrastructure in a planned, prudent manner so we save costs in the long run,” he said.

The 20-month-old district capital reserve fund was described as “money already saved” for big construction projects, as it was created in 2015 with the school board vote at that time. Feirsen noted the “gracious support” by both the school board and the community, continuing a year ago. In a Letter to the Editor written by the executive committee of the Garden City PTA and published in The Garden City News on May 6, 2016, the first spending of the district capital reserve was explained and supported. “Proposition II is the next step for the ($10 million) Capital Reserve Fund established by voters in 2015. If approved by voters, the reserve would fund three much-needed capital projects: replacement of the High School synthetic field and track, the High School auditorium HVAC system, and the Middle School breezeway windows. All without issuing a bond, increasing the tax levy and, most importantly, without negatively impacting valued programs that might have otherwise been reduced if these projects were included in the school budget,” the letter stated.

Voters to decide on use of schools capital reserve fund

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GCAA Intramural Basketball Playoffs Boys 3rd Grade

Boys 4th Grade

1. Heat Sat Feb 11th 11:00 Court 1 St. Paul’s 8. Nets

1. Cavs Sat Feb 11th 12:00 Court 1 St. Paul’s 8. Celtics

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4. Suns Sat Feb 11th 11:00 Court 4 St. Paul’s 5. Cavs

4. Nuggets Sat Feb 11th 12:00 Court 4 St. Paul’s 5. Spurs

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3. Knicks Sat Feb 11th 11:00 Court 3 St. Paul’s 6. Celtics

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3. Spurs Sat Feb 11th 1:30 Court 3 St. Paul’s 6. Nuggets 2. Knicks Sat Feb 11th 1:30 Court 2 St. Paul’s 7. Celtics

1. Suns Sat Feb 11th 4:30 Court 1 St. Paul’s 8. Heat

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The Garden City High School Cheerleaders invite children in grades K through 5 to join them at their annual cheerleading clinic on April 29th from 10:00am – 12:30pm in the HS gymnasium. Today’s cheerleaders are athletes with a wide range of skills including precision movements, gymnastics and

tumbling, lifting and pyramids, and dancing ability. Cheerleading encourages cardiovascular stamina, strength building, and most importantly self-esteem, and teamwork. This clinic will be taught with all age groups in mind and children will be grouped according to grade level. More information will be tumbling in soon!

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Technology facilitates learning in the World Language Classroom

Senora. Gutiérrez’s Level 2 Spanish Garden City High School students are learning the vocabulary used to discuss shopping in stores. In order to imitate a real life experience, the students are collaborating on a shopping script. Using Chromebooks, small groups of students are able to work simultaneously on their writings. Once they have completed the script, the students will videotape their “shopping experience” and present it to the class. Happy shopping!

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Eligible candidates must be:

* High School Seniors who are graduating this spring * Attending an accredited university or college in the 2017-2018 school year * Participants in a Centennial Soccer Program for at least five years including intramurals, travel, referees and TOPSoccer * A Garden City resident

At least four SCHOLARSHIPS of no less than $1,000 each will be awarded this spring

Applications can be obtained through the Garden City High School Guidance Office or through the Centennial’s web site. Additional qualifications and requirements are specified on the application.

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Applications must be returned and/or postmarked by April 1, 2016

We welcome and appreciate any contributions. Donations could mailed to “GCCSC Scholarship Fund,” P.O. Box 358, Garden City, NY 11530

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Annual cheerleading clinic

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GCHS Wrestlers qualify and place in Counties

February included exceptional team efforts at both the Nassau County Qualifier and Championship Tournaments. Coaches Czachor, Beihoff and Hepworth were very proud and excited with anticipation to see how many members of the team would build on their success and experiences on the mat at the Nassau County Qualifier Tournament. The top four wrestlers in each weight class earn a spot in the Nassau County Tournament at Hofstra University. On Saturday, February 4th, GCHS Trojans competed against opponents from Plainedge, Uniondale, Mepham, Great Neck South, Sewanhaka West

and Valley Stream South at Plainview High School to individually qualify for Counties. After several elimination matches, GCHS had 15 wrestlers place in the top six and eleven of them earned a place in the Nassau County Championships at Hofstra University: 6th Place: Junior Destin Rivera, Senior Thomas Riggers, Junior Gianluca Bognanno; 5th Place: Junior Thomas Grlic; 4th Place: Junior Ryan Walsh, Junior Matthew Flanagan and Senior Chris Ciurcina; 3rd Place: Freshman Alexander Menoudakis, Freshman Stephen Michel, Senior Kyle Ober and Sophomore Justin Coppola; 2nd Place: Freshman Joseph Foxen, Junior Steven Spirakis and

Senior Colin Paskewitz; and a First Place Title in the 138lb. weight class was Freshman Tyler DeSena. Hofstra University set a stage for competition for the Nassau County Championships on Saturday, February 11th. After round and round of competition, wrestling Trojans showed their grit and determination. After two days of competition, Garden City had two All-County Wrestlers: Freshman Joseph Foxen and Junior Matt Flanagan who both placed 5th overall. Congratulations to the Coaches and team for a great season. You all deserve praise and a great deal of respect for your fortitude and resolve.

County Qualifier Tournament at Plainedge High School

Coach Czachor with Wrestlers: Senior Captain C. Paskewitz, Juniors T. Grlic, S. Spirakis, K. Paskewitz and Freshman M. Spirakis

Coach Hepworth and GCHS Wrestlers at Nassau County Qualifiers

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Senior Chris Ciurcina at Qualifier Match

Spring Roller Hockey Registration

The Garden City Recreation & Parks Department will once again offer various roller hockey programs this spring for both youth & adults who reside in the Inc. Village of Garden City. Whether you played in the past or looking to get involved, there is no better time to sign up and experience all the fun. All programs take place at the roller rink located at Community Park. The cost of each youth program is $100. Each participant is required to wear full equipment at all times: hockey helmet with a cage, hockey gloves, shin pads, elbow pads, roller blades, hockey stick, long pants, and a protective cup. A description of each program we will offer is as follows: Kindergarten Pee Wee Clinic: No experience is required in hockey or roller skating. This hour long clinic will introduce the sport of roller hockey and all the basic fundamentals in a fun & safe environment. The program will take place Sunday afternoons at 1:30 p.m. beginning March 19th. 1st Grade Squirts Division: This beginner program will continue to develop our young players through drills and scrimmages. This hour long program will take place Sunday afternoons at 3:00 p.m. beginning March 19th. 2nd and 3rd Grade Mites Division: Games will take place on Sunday late afternoons with either a 4:30 p.m. or 5:45 p.m. game time depending on your child’s team schedule. Season begins on Sunday March 19th.

4th, 5th, & 6th Grade Junior Division: Games will take place on Friday afternoons with either a 4:00 p.m. or 5:30 p.m. game time depending on your child’s team schedule. Season begins on Friday, March 24th. 7th, 8th, & 9th Grade Senior Division: Games will take place on Friday evenings with either a 6:45 p.m. or 8:00 p.m. game time depending on your child’s team schedule. Season begins on Friday March 24th. ADULT DIVISION FOR 30 & OVER: Games will take place on Sundays at 7:15p.m. Games are in “pick up” format. This program will begin on Sunday March 19th. The cost of this program will be $85. For further information or to register, visit our offices at 108 Rockaway, download and mail an application from our website at www.gardencityrecreation.org., or if you have a password you can register online at www.gcreconline. gardencityny.net.

US Sports Institute Spring and 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. They also are running their annual Spring & Summer Early Bird Sale, and would love our residents to benefit from this. Visit Us Sports Institute’s website at www.ussportsinstitute.com. To save 10%, please use the code SSEB17 at checkout by March 8th.

The Men’s Association News Next Meeting

Attention all Directors! The next meeting will be in early March. 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!

GCHS Home Athletic Schedule

Watch for all spring sports teams to begin regular season play March 14th! Good luck!

“Bracketology” Contest

Another annual fundraiser. Look for the e-mail to be sent the night of Sunday, March 12th, as soon as all teams are picked for the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament. Don’t miss out on testing your knowledge and skill against many others! Good luck!

NCAA Men’s Basketball Championship Game Fundraiser

This annual event will be held Monday, April 3rd, at B.K. Sweeney’s Uptown Grille. 8:00 p.m. until the final buzzer. Open bar and power appetizers. Box pool and silent auction. Price TBA. Great night to bring new, prospective Directors.

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

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Share your life accomplishments with your neighbors! Put your engagement, wedding, or baby announcement in the paper, (and it's free of charge for subscribers!) Email editor@gcnews.com

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, pleas mail your $100 check to the Treasurer.

TMA Officers:

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

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VILLAGE SPORTS

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GC Middle School Wings finish weekend 1-1

The results for the GCMS Wings this weekend was a mixed bag. There was a dominating 8-1 win vs Lynbrook (upper division opponent) and a tight 6-5 loss vs Bethpage. The Lynbrook game was played at the Town of Oyster Bay rink in Bethpage, which is a bigger rink than they normally play on at the Sportshub. The team took advantage and played team offense on the bigger ice. There was a lot of passing and many good scoring

chances, which they cashed in. The defense and offensive back checking stymied the Lynbrook team, they scored their only goal, when the game was no longer in doubt, with about 1 minute remaining. The game vs Bethpage was a different story, it was played at Port Washing Skating Center, which is a smaller rink. The game was much faster paced, but there was a lot of traffic and little opportunity for freewheeling. The game was tight,

GCMS Wings take ice for game vs Bethpage.

with the neither team able to break away. Bethpage’s winning goal was scored in the waning minutes of the 3rd period, and despite a ferocious Wings attack in the last 2 minutes, they held on for the win. Three more games remain in the season, with the Wings holding on to a 3 point lead over second place Locust Valley. It’s

going to be a tight race, as 2 of the next 3 games will be against upper division opponents. As we come closer to the end of the season, we begin to look forward to next year, and the loss of our 8th graders. We’ll need to replenish our roster next year with an incoming class of 6th, 7th and 8th graders. If your Hockey (ice or

roller) loving child is going to be entering Middle School or is already in Middle School and may want to play next year, please visit the website WWW. GCWINGS.ORG. The contact email is wingspan68@aol.com. In August information will be available for the upcoming season, regarding tryouts, etc...

Coaching Staff debriefs team after Lynbrook win.

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Freeport, NY 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath. SD #9. MLS# 2911994. $345,000.

Hempstead, NY 6-bedroom, 2-bath. SD #1. MLS# 2881933. $364,000.

New Hyde Park, NY 3-bedroom, 2-bath. SD #5. MLS# 2915799. $565,000.

Floral Park, NY 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath. SD #22. MLS# 2914628. $620,000.

New Hyde Park, NY 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath. SD #5. MLS# 2914283. $699,000.

Rockville Centre, NY 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath. SD #21. MLS# 2911746. $738,000.

Rockville Centre, NY 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath. SD #21. MLS# 2900081. $828,000.

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

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

Great Neck, NY 9-bedroom, 6.55-bath. SD #7. MLS# 2910462. $2,888,888.

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

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

Garden City, NY 5-bedroom, 2.55-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2908668. $1,549,000.

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No Winter Worries at The Wyndham

111 Cherry Valley Avenue, Garden City, NY 1-bedroom, 1.5-bath. Rental. SD #18. MLS# 2910762. $3,500/mo.

111 Cherry Valley Avenue, Garden City, NY 1-bedroom, 1.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2910612. $599,000.

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

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

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

100 Hilton Avenue, Garden City, NY 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2893128. $888,000.

Consult a Wyndham Resale specialist when looking to buy or sell. Our on-site office staff is unsurpassed in providing thorough knowledge of the Wyndham Complex. Their years of professional experience and excellent service at this Five-Star Luxury Facility ensure a seamless transaction for both seller and buyer. Wyndham Division • 516.739.7171 100 Hilton Avenue, Garden City, NY gardencity@danielgale.com

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