The Garden CIty News (5/16/25)

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In the span of just five days, the Garden City Boys’ Lacrosse team delivered three emphatic performances that underscored both their stamina and their standing as a perennial Long Island powerhouse. See page 66.

Village explores roundabout at First and Cambridge

BY RIKKI MASSAND

The Garden City Board of Trustees voted on May 8th to move forward with a feasibility study for a potential traffic circle at the intersection of First Street, Cherry Valley Avenue, and Cambridge Avenue—adjacent to Garden City Community Park and Pool. The proposal originated at the March 20 Traffic Commission meeting and was elevated to the Board for approval and funding. To fund the professional

services of LaBella Associates, DPC of Poughkeepsie, the Board authorized transfers totaling $13,350 and $5,000 from the “Engineer – Regular Salary” account and $8,350 from “Street

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School district holds budget hearing ahead of May 20 vote

BY KASSARA MCELROY

The Garden City School District held its annual budget hearing this week, giving the community a detailed overview of the proposed $137,760,845 million spending plan for the 2025–2026 school year.

Assistant Superintendent for Business and Finance Dana DiCapua led the presentation, emphasizing the district’s ongoing commitment to student success, safety, and fiscal responsibility. “We always look to put students first,” she said, noting that feedback from principals, teachers, staff, and the community helped shape this year’s priorities. These include maintaining safe and supportive schools, preserving clean and efficient buildings, and continuing to invest in staff and classroom needs.

The proposed budget represents a 2.82% increase from the previous year, totalling $3,773,479. It includes a tax levy increase

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Village approves $60K fix after mysterious leak

BY RIKKI MASSAND

At its Thursday night meeting on May 8, the Village Board of Trustees authorized a $60,000 transfer to cover emergency repairs on Fairmount Boulevard. The work was performed by Orchid Sewer and Water Contracting Corp. of Garden City Park and was formally ratified by the board.

Orchid replaced between six and seven water service lines on Fairmount Boulevard after stray electrical currents damaged the lines and caused leaks. The $60,000 cost will be transferred from the Water Contingent account to the “Transmission and Distribution – Contractual Services” line.

Superintendent of Public Works John Borroni briefed the

See page 28

Mea Culpa

In last week’s issue our lead story discussed a glitch in the mailing of the St. Paul’s survey, which caused some condo and co-op dwellers to receive their surveys late. While the Board of Trustees rectified the error, some residents opined that there was a motive behind it. We don’t think that’s fair. Sometimes a mistake is just a mistake, and humans make them all the time.

Which brings us to last Friday, when our office received at least a dozen complaints about missed deliveries of subscriber copies of the paper. While it’s great that people care enough to complain, and we do get occasional missing paper reports, that was an unusual number of complaints.

When we started looking into what happened we assumed there was a post-

al delivery problem. But no, the missed papers were scattered throughout the village, so it wasn’t as if a single carrier route was messed up. That indicated it probably wasn’t a post office problem.

Then we checked our software, to see if it had made some kind of unusual glitch. Nope - the missing names were in the file where they should be.

So we finally guessed that our printer, who does the fulfillment, must have erred. We sent them an unhappy email asking them what happened.

That’s when they pointed out that the mailing list file I had sent them was actually from 2024, not 2025.

The moral of the story: Let’s give each other a little grace, because at some point we will be the one who messed up.

Running for Board of Education

To the Editor:

My name is Debra Cupani, and I am running for the Garden City Board of Education.

Why should you elect me? Because I bring more than opinions—I bring experience, perspective, and dedication. For over 20 years, I have proudly served this community: through the PTA, Garden City Nursery School, various “Friends of” committees, and as a reliable hand wherever help was needed.

Why should you elect me? Because I’m a lifelong educator with nearly three decades of classroom experience. I’ve taught every grade from Pre-K through 5th. I understand curriculum, instruction, and—most importantly—students. I know that educational change isn’t something to fear. It’s something to guide with wisdom and purpose.

Why should you elect me? Because I listen. I’ve heard families raise creative, thoughtful ideas—on everything from integrating AI into curriculum to improving athletic fields to supporting struggling readers. I take those conversations seriously, and I believe in collaborative solutions.

Why should you elect me? Because I know how the system works—from the inside. I’ve sat in CSE and IST meetings. I understand the importance of support plans, early interventions, and individualized paths for success. I know what it takes to ensure the system works for students.

Why should you elect me? Because I’m a parent. Since 2008, my two sons have walked the halls of our public schools. Their journeys were different— one excelled in athletics, the other in music—but both found their own success here. They are proof of the diverse opportunities a strong district provides.

Why should you elect me? Because I am not driven by grievance or resentment. My opponent’s message is steeped in fear, blame, and division. Mine is built on understanding, growth, and a

belief in our schools. I’m not standing outside, demanding change—I’ve been inside, helping shape it.

Why should you elect me? Because my heart is in this. I love Garden City. I believe in our children, our teachers, and our future. I am ready to serve— with clarity, courage, and commitment.

Debra Cupani

8 reasons I’m ready to serve

To the Editor:

I’m running for the Garden City Board of Education because all our students deserve a vision of themselves that reflects the boundless potential they all possess, even when they don’t know it. Research shows that effective school boards share eight core characteristics. These aren’t abstract ideals, but practical standards I’m prepared to meet on day one.

First, effective boards commit to high expectations for student achievement and instructional quality. As an education attorney and former prosecutor, I’ve spent my career protecting and advocating for children. I’ve seen how research-backed instruction—especially structured literacy rooted in the science of reading—can change the trajectory of a child’s life and wipe aways thoughts like “I’m not good at school.” I’ll champion policies aimed at ensuring every Garden City student has access to these available tools.

Second, effective boards believe all students can learn and all educators can thrive with the right support. I’ve represented students that range from certifiable genius to those with some of the deepest learning challenges, worked with public and private educators and field experts, and know firsthand that success comes when we stop making excuses and start delivering results in proven ways.

Third, effective boards are accountability driven. My background includes overseeing complex investigations, holding individuals, public agencies,

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Village Board approves funds for Village facility upgrades

BY RIKKI MASSAND

At its May 8 meeting, the Garden City Board of Trustees approved a series of important fund transfers to support infrastructure upgrades, facility improvements, and downtown beautification efforts.

A total of $51,819 was transferred into the Building Department’s Maintenance of Plant account to pay for work by Energy Mechanical, Inc., Denis O’Regan Electric, Inc., and IntelliTec Security. These upgrades include new lighting in the fire apparatus bay at Fire Headquarters, improvements to the boiler room, and installation of a split HVAC unit in the gun range.

An additional $20,071 was transferred to the Refuse and Garbage Part-time Help account to hire additional sanitation staff, funded by $17,571 from Storm Sewers Regular Salary, $500 from Storm Sewers Overtime, and $2,000 from Street Cleaning Overtime.

Lamp post painting

The Board also approved a transfer of $11,000 to the Street Lighting Contractual Services account for May expenses, with funds coming from Storm Sewers Regular Salary ($5,879) and Sanitary Sewers Overtime ($5,121).

During discussion, Trustee Jessica

Tai inquired about lamp post painting progress in the Mott section.

“I know the painting of lamp posts started in the West, then to the Estates and Central – so in the West, has most of the painting been completed yet?” she asked.

According to Borroni, the goal DPW has is “trying to work outside-inwards.” He said the west section was completed last year.

“Our in-house (municipal) employees are currently in the Estates section, and the additional $11,000 along with the P.O. we cut earlier this year, and will cover the entire East section of the village – what will be remaining is whatever is left in the Estates section and the Central section,” he advised. Tai said there are many residents looking forward to having their lamp posts in front of their house get freshly painted.

Trustee Vinny Muldoon emphasized the Board’s renewed focus on attention to detail in public maintenance.

“If you really look around town and pay attention, Garden City has posts and signs that have different looks; they could be crooked, rusting or otherwise, and some signs are rusting. The plan is to go through the village over the next two to three years, section by section, and really pay attention to detail and

continue to do all the little things well,” he noted.

Water improvements

Also on May 8, the Board approved engaging H2M Architects and Engineers to complete the Semi-Annual Certification and Report of Compliance for Village Plant No. 9, at a cost of $1,400. This is required by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and the Nassau County Health Department. Funds will come from the Water Purification Contractual Services account.

A separate transfer of $18,000 from the Water Contingency account to Transmission and Distribution of Materials was approved to fund replacement of out-of-service fire hydrants.

The Board also renewed its contract with Pace Analytical Services Inc. for laboratory testing of municipal drinking and groundwater for the July 2025 to June 2026 period. This includes testing required under the state’s Lead/Copper sampling program.

In another move, the Board accepted a maintenance bond valued at $1,305,443.75 from Bancker Electric of Islip for the construction of a permanent building to support treatment of emerging contaminants at Wells No. 7, 8, and 12. The bond guarantees work for

18 months from its May 8 acceptance. Trustee Muldoon also requested an update on Village Parking Field 6E. Borroni reported that drainage work was complete, and curb work had begun in early May. Milling, paving, and striping will follow, with the full project expected to be finished in four to six weeks.

Mayor Edward Finneran asked Superintendent Borroni what the extent of repaving Parking Field 6E is, as there’s two ‘pieces’ – the part that’s closer to St. James Place which is a large lot, and then the one that’s more towards east Seventh Street.

Borroni said they are not performing any work in the southern portion of the lot which is south of the (LIRR) railroad tracks. The village is only working on the northern section.

“Shortly after that we (Public Works) will be installing the new frame; the Parks Department will plant trees in the existing pits and then we will put the grates back. Also with the Parks Department leading, in conjunction with DPW, we will be removing grates and digging out some material, putting a nice filter fabric material and then put the grates back, filled with red rock for every tree pit up and down Seventh Street,” Borroni said.

Home Happens Here

55 Cambridge Avenue Open Houses

Friday, May 16th 5-7pm & Saturday, May 17th 1-3pm

Fully renovated in 2020, 55 Cambridge Avenue blends classic Colonial charm with modern updates. Featuring a sunlit den, custom kitchen, updated baths, and a full basement, this move-in ready home offers stylish living on a quiet Garden City block near parks, schools, and the LIRR. The backyard is private and perfect for entertaining. With timeless curb appeal and thoughtful finishes throughout, this home truly has it all.

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Lovingly maintained stone and brick center hall colonial featuring 3-bedrooms, 2.5-bathrooms situated in Garden City’s Mott Section. Formal living room with custom built-in cabinetry and wood burning fireplace opens to a formal dining room and large sunny family room. Custom Bisulk eat-in kitchen with stylish finishes, a versatile library or home office and powder room complete the first floor.

Upstairs, the spacious primary suite includes a second fireplace and en-suite bath, plus two additional bedrooms and an updated hall bath.

Features include gleaming hardwood floors, CAC, expansive lot, fenced yard, attached garage with driveway parking for 4+ cars.

Conveniently located near schools, parks, transportation and Garden City’s vibrant downtown.

at $1,290,000

Please contact Jill or Dana to arrange a private showing Jill Palmeri Licensed RE Salesperson Mobile: 516.375.2631 jpalmeri@coachrealtors.com

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Welcome to this beautiful and expansive 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath split-level home, ideally situated on a 100 x 150 lot in the heart of the Eastern Section of Garden City.

Step into the bright, gracious foyer which leads to a light lled, spacious formal living room with a wood burning replace, adjacent to a formal dining room. The updated eat-in kitchen highlights stainless steel appliances and granite countertops.

The second level o ers 4 well-proportioned bedrooms, including a primary suite with private bath, as well as an additional full hall bath. The lower level o ers a generously sized family room with direct access to the yard thru sliding doors. An new powder room, spacious laundry room, storage and access to a 2-car garage complete this level.

Additional highlights include a full basement, central air conditioning, Generac generator, new roof and low taxes!

Don’t miss the opportunity to own a home in one of Garden City’s most sought-after neighborhoods. Contact us for a private viewing today.

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Is a gambling casino still coming?

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THE SAY NO TO THE CASINO CIVIC GROUP

Say No to the Casino, a local grass roots organization, was as surprised as all residents were to see the agenda item for Monday’s Nassau County Legislature meeting moving forward with the state environmental review process and the Town of Hempstead’s agenda item setting public hearings on May 27th to address proposed zoning changes that would create an “integrated resort district” at the Hub. These announcements suggest Town of Hempstead and Nassau County officials are moving full steam ahead on bringing a gambling Casino to the Hub even after LV Sands has backed out. Seemingly, they are undeterred by the LV Sands concerns voiced in their statement, the serious environmental issues being raised during the state environmental review process, or the clear lack of community support from residents.

This Monday at 1 pm is an opportunity for residents to speak before the County Legislature (corner of Franklin Avenue and Old Country Road), or to just come and hold up a red and white sign to make clear the lack of commu-

nity support for a gambling casino here. Another important public hearing is on May 27th when the Town of Hempstead intends to hear comments on the proposed zoning changes.

The Newsday Talking Point article on May 12th mentions that the new developer will be presenting at the May 27th Town of Hempstead public hearing. https://www.newsday.com/opinion/ the-point/bruce-blakeman-ed-romaineeven-year-elections-nassau-hubo7kc32fw This quick change, shrouded in secrecy, seems to be consistent with the County’s prior efforts to burden our local community with a mega casino. Those efforts continue to be challenged in the courts.

The Say No group has contacted local leaders to find out more about the mysterious new developer, and were not provided with additional information as of the submission of this article. The group is sharing a link to help residents opposing the casino send emails to the leaders who will be voting on Monday to adopt the final environmental impact statement. https://win.newmode.net/ saynotothecasinocivicassociation/ votenoonlasvegassandsfeis

Harvesting change: How a CSA and farm cultivate sustainability

BY ALEXANDRA LIPPENS

In Garden City, we are focused on community, and as a community we prioritize the health of our families. We invest in traffic safety, clean drinking water and fitness, while working to keep unhealthy exposure to a minimum. In keeping with those priorities, a resource we have had in the community for more that two decades, is the Hawthorne Valley Farm CSA, or Community Supported Agriculture, currently hosted by the Cathedral of the Incarnation.

The CSA is a unique partnership between a specific farm and an individual or household. As a CSA member, you share in the risks and benefits of local, organic farming. You receive a weekly share of farm-fresh produce, get to know the life of the farm, and share in a sense of community around food, farming, nature and nutrition. Having a sense of where our food comes from is important to building healthy choices around food and nutrition. Through the CSA model, Hawthorne Valley Farm has committed to the close connection

between farmer and eater and to growing healthy, nutritious food in a way that is environmentally and socially responsible.

For over 50 years, Hawthorne Valley Farm has stood as a model of resilient agriculture in the Hudson Valley. Hawthorne Valley Farm (est. 1972) is a diversified, 900-acre Demeter certified 650A Biodynamic® farm (Demeter remains the oldest ecological certification organization in the world) in upstate New York. Their farm is also USDA certified organic and Animal Welfare Approved. By definition, Biodynamic is a comprehensive form of organic farming that heals the planet through regenerative agriculture. They represent a living alternative to conventional farming-proving that agriculture can regenerate soil, support biodiversity, and nourish communities simultaneously.

Hawthorne Valley Farm CSA supplies organic and Biodynamic produce to Columbia County residents and to New York City communities including Garden City, Inwood, and Riverdale. See page 53

Chamber of Commerce invites residents to Adelphi networking event

Save the date for Friday, June 10th, 2025! For the very first time ever, the Garden City Chamber of Commerce is opening one of its premier business networking events to Village residents.

The Chamber is delighted to invite residents to its upcoming Garden City Connect event, to be hosted at Adelphi University and sponsored by Colonial Life.

The event will take place on Tuesday, June 10th, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Adelphi University in the Ruth S. Harley University Center, Thomas Dixon Lovely Ballroom. Light refreshments will be served. Following the Chamber’s mission statement, there is NO fee to attend.

This is an unprecedented opportunity to chat with and meet members and non-members. This event is not your average networking venue, it is productive and focused. The Chamber is charged with developing the economic success and vitality of the business professional retail communities.

Please save the date for the Chamber’s annual kick off of their summer events: The Belmont Festival! The Festival will be held on Seventh Street on Friday, June 6th. Stay tuned for more information, and please remember to support local businesses and event sponsors!

John Wilton, President of the Garden City Chamber of Commerce, speaking at a recent Chamber Connect event at Adelphi University

Please RSVP by June 6th. There is no charge to attend.

OBGYN, clinical aesthetics practice plans grand reopening,

BY GARY SIMEONE

Early next month, the LX Gynecology & Medspa office in Garden City, plans to reintroduce themselves to the Village. The luxury practice, which opened in 2022, offers a variety of services including advanced gynecological care as well as the latest in non surgical rejuvenation treatment such as Botox, and clinical aesthetics.

The business was founded by Dr. Desrene Brown, a board-certified gynecologist, reconstructive surgeon and expert in clinical aesthetics medicine.

Dr. Brown and her practice manager, Franz Wright, are known for addressing and solving various symptoms commonly experienced in women after childbirth.

“What sets us apart from other practices is our bedside manner pertaining to women in the gynecological realm and our clinical aesthetics such as Botox and other forms of rejuvenation

Dr. Desrene K Brown, MD, FACOG

therapy,” said Dr Brown.

Dr Brown began her career in OBGYN, and currently specializes in Robotic pelvic reconstructive surgery, gynecology and aesthetic medicine.

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Garden City Real Estate Market Information

34 Wellington Road

RECENT REAL ESTATE SALES IN GARDEN CITY

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

Date: 05/09/2025

Sold price: $1,428,000

3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 1 half bath

Architectural Style: Colonial

Property Size: .14 acres

Annual taxes: $19,044

MLS number: 826569

The Seller’s Team: Maureen Lagarde, Compass Greater NY

The Buyer’s Team: Marisa Filardo, Douglas Elliman Real Estate

This beautifully updated colonial offers space, charm & convenience. You’ll be delighted with this 3-bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home located in the Adelphi Estates section. The kitchen leads into an attractive family room with sliding doors that open to a lovely yard with patio. This property features gorgeous hardwood floors throughout, a spacious living room with fireplace and bright sunroom. There’s a formal dining room and front and back staircases. Plus, a first-floor laundry. It has a bonus 3rd floor, and the basement has rec room, storage and utilities. It is conveniently situated near LIRR Nassau Blvd Station, Shops, Restaurants.

26 Hamilton Place, Apt B3

Date: 04/22/2025

Sold price: $380,000

1 bedrooms, 1 full bath

Architectural Style: Co-Op

Monthly maintenance: $1,084

MLS number: L3587189

The Seller’s Team: H. Arthur Anderson III, Daniel Gale

Sothebys Intl Realty

The Buyer’s Team: Janet Vogt, Keller Williams Points North

“AS IS SALE” Top Floor Corner Apartment. Foyer, Oversized Living Room / Dining Room, Bedroom with 2 Large Closets, Bathroom, Hardwood Floors Throughout. Building Offers Common Storage, Bicycle Room, Laundry Room and Backyard for Owners Enjoyment. Located in the Heart of the Village, this Unit Offers Close Proximity to Shops, Restaurants, Railroad, Bus, Schools, Parks and Houses of Worship. An Excellent Opportunity to Update / Renovate to Owners Taste.

This informational page is sponsored by Douglas Elliman

Real Estate

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

We Know and Love Garden City

St. Paul’s survey deadline

May 30 — don’t

Residents have shown great interest in the St. Paul’s survey, with more than 1,900 responses already received! If returning the survey by mail, it must be postmarked by May 30, so don’t delay! If you’re completing the survey online via https://gardencitystpaulssurvey. org, it must also be submitted by May

delay

30. Only one survey per household — whether written or online — will be counted.

This is an important opportunity to let your voices be heard about the future of St. Paul’s. Questions? Email stpaulsquestions@gardencityny.net.

Memorial Day in Garden City

On Monday, May 26, The William Bradford Turner Post #265 will sponsor the Memorial Day ceremony. Everyone is invited. The ceremony begins after the parade ends at the Veterans Memorial Plaza on Seventh Street, across from the

Garden City Hotel.   Post Commander Frank Tauches will lead the ceremony which honors the men and women who have died while serving in the United States military.

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Honoring the 250th Anniversary of the formation of the Army, Navy, Marine Corps and Merchant Marines in 1775, and all veterans who served in those branches and the Air Force, in times of war and peace.

MEMORIAL DAY

MONDAY, MAY 26, 2025

GARDEN CITY

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Lauren Grima Lic. RE Salesperson Principal Agent

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Guendjoian Lic. RE Salesperson Principal Agent Laura Carroll

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Alexander G. Olivieri

Patrick M. McCooey

Maureen Lagarde

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Assoc. RE Broker Founding Agent

Lauren Canner Lic. RE Salesperson Laura Carroll Team

Catherine Anatra

Menoudakos Team

Demetrios Arnidis

RE Salesperson McCooey Olivieri Team

Kathy Thornton

Jennifer Sullivan

Danielle Nero Lic. RE Salesperson Laura Carroll Team

Daniel Niebler

RE Salesperson Baymack Team

Kate Russo Lic. RE Salesperson Laura Carroll Team

Julie Whicher Lic. RE Salesperson Baymack Team

Christina M. Hirschfield Lic. RE Salesperson Laura Carroll Team

Susan Gillin Lic. RE Salesperson Jen Sullivan Team

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RE Salesperson Laura Carroll Team

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RE Salesperson

Diaz Team Amanda Keller

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3 Bed | 1 Bath | 1500 SQF | $1,149,000

Welcome to the perfect first-time home, ideally situated mid-block just moments from the Stewart Manor train station in a charming western neighborhood close to shopping and restaurants. This fully renovated home features an updated kitchen, living room, dining room and sunroom on the main level, with an ideal space available for an easy half bath addition. Upstairs offers three spacious bedrooms and a beautifully updated three-piece bathroom with a separate tub and walk-in shower.

The finished basement provides a flexible play area, laundry, utilities, and direct access to a private rear yard with a paver patio, perfect for outdoor entertaining. This home blends charm, functionality, and a prime location for effortless living.

17 Keenan Place, Garden City

4 BD | 3 BA | $1,549,000

Easy living in this renovated expanded Cape in the central section of town. Situated on a spacious 75x125 property this home boasts 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. The first floor features a new modern kitchen, dining area, living room with a wood-burning fireplace, full bathroom, mudroom/office, first-floor primary ensuite along with an additional bedroom. The second level features two generously sized bedrooms and a newly updated full bathroom. The basement is fully finished with a separate entrance. Outdoors, you’ll find a large, private, lush yard with a new patio. Additional features of this functional home include new roof, new ductless AC, updated electric, in-ground sprinklers, fully fenced yard, first floor laundry, new driveway, walkway and porch, security cameras, and more. This is a rare opportunity to own a truly pristine home, conveniently located near the LIRR and town, with low taxes.

Julie Whicher

Brian C. Crandall, CFP is a Financial Advisor with Halcyon Financial Partners, a private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC in Garden City, NY. He specializes in fee-based financial planning and asset management strategies and has been in practice for 10 years.

To contact him:

ameripriseadvisors.com/Brian.Crandall 401 Franklin Avenue, Suite 101 Garden City, NY 11530 (516) 345-2600

Should Breaking News Alter Your Investment Strategy?

More than ever before, investors are inundated with news alerts and headlines on market-moving events. The 24/7 news cycle, social media and technology have allowed global headlines to be accessible nearly immediately, which causes many investors to consider the investment implications of the news of the day, such as trade disputes, political uncertainty and global business decisions. If you follow the news, it’s important to consider just how much, or how little, trending stories should influence your financial decisions.

Be aware, but don’t overreact. Investors who become fearful that a market downturn may be imminent are often tempted to sell some investments and move money into less volatile alternatives. That could include low-risk bonds or cash-equivalent investments. But taking risk “off the table” by selling stock positions has its own perils – what we call “opportunity risk,” or missing out on potential future growth of those stock positions. Staying invested for the long-term can help maximize gains while letting temporary volatility work itself out.

If you scan the news, you won’t have any trouble finding contradictory predictions about which direction the stock market is going in the months to come. Some might say stocks are going higher while others will warn that a major market downturn is on the horizon. The reality is that nobody knows for certain what’s going to happen in the stock market in the short term. Basing your investment decisions on such speculation can be counterproductive. When evaluating whether you need to make changes to your portfolio, look for persistent trends that may affect the broader economy’s vitals and work with your financial advisor to identify if these trends justify a change in your investment approach.

The market has overcome challenges before. It’s also important to remember that historically markets have rebounded after large business decisions, geopolitical tensions, economic uncertainty and political positions captivate the news cycle. At times, markets have reacted negatively to specific events that dominate headlines. But historically a sense of normalcy returns, allowing investors to once again turn their focus to underlying investment fundamentals.

Assess your risk tolerance and invest accordingly. If you are close to retirement, you may want to reduce your equity exposure. Although, keep in mind you may still want some growth opportunities as a portion of your portfolio to reach future retirement goals or at a minimum, maintain pace with inflation. If you have more time to let your money work, and overcome any negative moves in stock prices, you may be able to handle more risk. Find a portfolio strategy that fits your comfort level, no matter current news trends, and try to stick with it.

Focus on your goals. Regardless of what is happening in the news cycle or markets, one investing principle holds true: focus on your unique financial goals. If you are accumulating wealth to meet a goal that is years or even decades away, market volatility that happens today, next week or next year is likely part of the normal pattern you should expect. If specific headlines or trends are making you reconsider your investment strategy, re-evaluate your risk tolerance and consider meeting with a financial professional for a second opinion. Together you can discuss how to best position your portfolio for the current environment in a way that is consistent with your goals.

It is normal for investors to be concerned about headlines as they pertain to markets and investments. Working with a financial advisor to ensure your portfolio is well-diversified and aligned with your goals and risk tolerance is key to avoiding potential overexposure to unnecessary investment risk.

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THI S WEEK AT ROTARY

American Legion Auxiliary President to report on May 27

On Tuesday, September 27, 12:15, at Mineola’s Davenport Press restaurant, on the day following Memorial Day 2025, the Mineola-Garden City Rotary will be delighted to welcome back Jacqueline Burdi Eltringham, president of the William Bradford Turner American Legion Auxiliary, Unit 265 (ALA), Jacqueline Eltringham (Jackie as she is fondly known), has served as the president of ALA since 2020. Long dedicated to the ALA, Jackie’s mother had served as a past ALA President and her dad, past Legion Commander.

Rotary frequently welcomes Jackie to join Rotarians with a reminder about the myriad services and endeavors the Auxiliary provides in its efforts to assist needy veterans who have been negatively impacted by their heroism in the Armed Forces, along with their families.

While we often refer to Memorial Day as the time to give tribute to those in the Armed Forces who served and gave the ultimate sacrifice, it is also a good time to consider the origins of the branches of our U.S. Military. In a beautiful piece circulated within the community, Jackie has aptly set forth these origins depicting the history of the Military from its beginnings in December of 1636 to the present.

We are also reminded that while the primary purpose of ALA efforts

Jacqueline Burdi Eltringham, President of the William Bradford Turner Americian Legion Auxiliary Unit 265, will speak for Rotary on May 27.

is toward assistance to veterans, ALA efforts also support innumerable programs which include school awards, Empire State Scholarships, Children and Youth. The extensive list goes on and on!

Please join Rotarians post Memorial Day, on May 27, as we welcome Jacqueline Burdi Eltringham to give us an overview of the current efforts of the American Legion Auxiliary. To register for a great Davenport lunch (Fee: $40, payable at the door), please visit mineolagardencityrotaryclub@ gmail.com.

Rotarians hear about NYRA’S new Belmont Park development

Among attendees at Rotary’s lunch meeting last Tuesday May 13, were (from left): Diana O’Neill, Jim Brady, NYRA’s Robert Hines, guest speaker; Margaret Thomas and Ronny Kessler, Central Nassau Club Rotarians and Althea Robinson.

The private dining room of Mineola’s Davenport Press restaurant was filled to capacity with members and guests who delighted in an engaging and informative talk by Robrt Hines, Manager of Community Affairs, New York Racing Association (NYRA).

Robert presented an overview of the new Belmont Park track currently undergoing a major modernizing project projected to be completed in the fall of 2026.

The mission of Belmont Park’s trans-

formation is to further “create world class experiences that advance the sport of horse racing with integrity, safety and innovation.” According to Robert Hines, Belmont’s new development, franchised by New York State, will create a state-of-the-art facility and take racing in New York into the next century.

Robert Hines deftly fielded a series of questions and was invited for a return update upon the completion of the new Belmont Park.

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This beautiful colonial boasts an abundant amount of living and entertaining space including 5 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms. The home features an entrance foyer, a sundrenched living room with a fireplace, an elegant dining room, a beautiful updated eat-in gourmet kitchen with custom cabinetry and stainless-steel appliances and a powder room. A separate first floor bedroom or office serviced by a full bathroom and a cozy den room complete this level. The second floor boasts a spacious primary bedroom and 3 additional nicely sized bedrooms that are serviced by 2 full bathrooms. The basement recreation room, coupled with the fenced private backyard setting with mature plantings and a brick patio, provides an ideal setting for entertaining.

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Your Teenager and Wisdom Teeth: A Garden City Parent & Oral Surgeon’s Guide

Hello Garden City neighbors!

As a fellow resident of our wonderful village and a proud parent with two children right here at Garden City High School, I know firsthand the busy lives of our teenagers and the countless milestones we navigate alongside them – from sports and school events to thinking about the future.

Beyond being a local parent deeply invested in our community, I’m also a Board-Certified Oral Surgeon Combining these perspectives, one topic I see frequently, both professionally and as a dad/mom in town, is wisdom teeth

Like navigating driver’s permits or prepping for exams, understanding wisdom teeth is another important step during these formative high school years. Because I care deeply about the health and well-being of our community’s young people – our kids, our students – I wanted to share some straightforward insights.

Think of this as a chat between neighbors. This Q&A is designed to answer your common questions in simple terms, helping you understand why an early consultation with an oral surgeon about wisdom teeth isn't just routine, but a smart, proactive step for your teenager's longterm health and comfort. Let's clear up some common questions!

Q1: First off, what exactly are wisdom teeth?

A: Wisdom teeth are the very last set of molars to come in, usually appearing in the late teens or early twenties (hence the name – supposedly when a little “wisdom” arrives!). They are located way in the back of the mouth, behind the second molars. Think of them as the “third molars.”

Q2: Why do wisdom teeth seem to cause so many problems?

A: It often comes down to space. Our jaws have generally evolved to be smaller than our ancestors’, meaning there’s often not enough room for these final four teeth to erupt properly. This can lead to sev-

eral issues:

* Impaction: The teeth get stuck under the gums or bone, or only partially break through.

* Angled Growth: They might grow sideways, tilted, or towards/away from other teeth.

* Cleaning Difficulty: Even if they come in straight, their position way back in the mouth makes them hard to brush and floss effectively, increasing the risk of cavities and gum disease.

Q3: My teenager isn’t complaining about any pain. Why should we see an oral surgeon now?

A: That’s a great question! The key is proactive planning versus reactive treatment. Waiting until pain starts often means a problem like infection, crowding, or damage to adjacent teeth has already begun. An early consultation allows us to:

* Assess Development: We can take special X-rays (like a panoramic X-ray) to see exactly where the wisdom teeth are, how they are developing, and predict if they are likely to cause future problems based on their position and the available space.

* Easier Evaluation: Evaluating wisdom teeth when the roots are not fully formed can often give us the clearest picture of potential issues.

* Plan Ahead: If removal looks necessary, planning it during a time that works best for your teen’s schedule (like summer break) is much better than dealing with an emergency situation during exams or a busy school year.

Q4: When is the best time for this first consultation?

A: While it varies, a good time for an initial evaluation is typically during the mid-teenage years, often between ages 15 and 17. At this stage, the wisdom teeth are developed enough to see their path, but the roots are often not fully formed, which can be advantageous if removal is eventually needed. Your general dentist might also recommend a visit based on routine X-rays.

Cathedral of the Incarnation Canon Larry Tremsky to retire

After 25 years of visionary leadership, Canon Larry Tremsky, Director of Music at the Cathedral of the Incarnation, has announced his retirement for mid-November 2025. We give thanks for a quarter century of faithful, artistic, and transformative ministry.

Canon Tremsky has built one of the finest cathedral music programs in the Episcopal Church. Under his direction, the Cathedral Choirs have flourished, welcoming more new choristers in recent years than in the previous decade. His work has shaped generations of young singers, many of whom continue to return from college to sing at major festivals, drawn back by the warmth, excellence, and spiritual depth of the program he has nurtured.

During Larry’s tenure, the cathedral’s musical life has been enriched by a number of extraordinary projects. These include the rebuilding and joyful rededication of the cathedral’s Casavant organ, the construction of a new continuo organ, the complete restoration of our 1920s Steinway concert grand piano, the refurbishment of the historic 1876 National Centennial Tower Bells, and the improvement of our acoustic environment through a major liturgical renovation of the Nave to its original 1870s design. These efforts have strengthened both the beauty and the clarity of worship in our sacred space.

"A cathedral is built not only of stone and stained glass, but of the living voices that fill it with praise,” said the Very Rev. Dr. Michael Sniffen, Dean of the Cathedral. “For 25 years, Canon Tremsky has cultivated a sacred soundscape that is at once historic and vibrant, reverent and alive. Our collaboration has been one of the great joys of my ministry. Thanks to Larry’s leadership, our instruments are in magnificent shape, our choirs are thriving, and the future is bright.”

A gifted conductor, teacher, and collaborator, Canon Tremsky has stewarded the musical tradition of the Cathedral with both reverence and innovation. Thanks to his leadership, the program is in an exceedingly strong position for the future.

Reflecting on his ministry, Canon Tremsky shared, “It has been the privilege of a lifetime to make music in this

Canon Larry Tremsky, Director of Music at the Cathedral of the Incarnation.

sacred place and in the company of such committed and joyful musicians. Working alongside Dean Sniffen has been both a creative partnership and a spiritual friendship. I leave the program strong and inspired, with deep gratitude for all that we have built together.”

Following his retirement from Cathedral ministry, Canon Tremsky will relocate to Lviv, Ukraine, where he will establish an organ studio and contribute to the flourishing of a new generation of musicians in a growing culture of organ studies. His passion for sacred music and teaching will continue to resonate far beyond our shores.

We will gather to celebrate Canon Tremsky’s extraordinary ministry at the Cathedral with gratitude and joy in the fall of 2025. Details of the celebration will be shared in the coming months.

A national search for the next Director of Music—a full-time, Canon-level position with housing—will begin in June.

Please join us in praying with thanksgiving for Canon Larry Tremsky, and for the continued flourishing of music at the Cathedral of the Incarnation.

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Welcome to this beautifully maintained Colonial, ideally located in the middle of a quiet, tree-lined street. Blending timeless character with modern comfort, this home features 3 spacious bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, perfect for accommodating both family and guests. Step inside to find a formal living room featuring a classic wood-burning fireplace, creating a warm, inviting space for cozy evenings. The bright, formal dining room is ideal for hosting gatherings and special occasions. The fully finished basement provides versatile space, perfect for a media room, home office, or personal gym, while the full, unfinished attic offers endless potential for expansion or storage.

Outdoors, enjoy a private backyard oasis, ideal for gardening, relaxing, or summer entertaining. Located in a highly desirable neighborhood close to schools, parks, and local amenities, this home combines charm, comfort, and convenience. Don’t miss the opportunity to make this exceptional Colonial your forever home!

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Daniel Gale Foundation supports “Dress for Success”

The Daniel Gale Foundation, the philanthropic division of Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty, is collecting new and gently used business attire in support of its 25th annual clothing drive for Dress for Success. Donations can be dropped off at Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty offices. Pictured here (l-r), real estate advisors Lowell Ackerman, Veranika Johnston and Jessica Crowley.

The Daniel Gale Foundation, the philanthropic division of Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty, has announced the launch of its 25th annual clothing drive in support of Dress for Success, an initiative that reflects the organization's enduring commitment to community service and empowerment.

From now through the end of May, all 29 Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty offices from Brooklyn and Queens to the Hamptons will be collecting new or gently used professional clothing and accessories to help local women dress for success—literally. Items being accepted include dress and pant suits and separates, blouses, shoes, coats, handbags, and other business-appropriate attire. All donations will benefit Dress for Success, which supports unemployed and underemployed women by providing professional attire and tools to help them succeed in their job search and career development.

“Whether it’s the first impression a property or a person makes, no one

understands the power of presentation like a real estate agent,” said Deirdre O’Connell, Chief Executive Officer of Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty. “But this drive is about so much more than clothes—it’s about helping women feel seen, valued, and equipped to take the next step in their careers and lives.”

Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty’s partnership with Dress for Success began in 2000, when agents and employees were first invited to participate in a company-wide clothing collection. Since then, the initiative has become a cherished annual tradition, with the company donating truckloads of high-quality business attire that has supported countless women on their journeys to economic independence and personal empowerment.

Community members are invited to join the effort by dropping off donations at a Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty office. To find the nearest location, visit www.danielgale.com/locations.

ATTENTION STUDENTS!

We invite you to send details of your academic achievements, along with your name and contact info, to editor@gcnews.com for a chance to be featured in our paper! Submissions from students of all ages are welcome!

Welcome to 55 Cambridge Avenue, a beautifully renovated Colonial nestled in the western section of Garden City. This charming home was thoughtfully updated from top to bottom completed in 2021, blending timeless architectural details with modern design and comfort. The main floor features a welcoming living room with a wood-burning fireplace, a formal dining room perfect for entertaining, and a sunlit den ideal for relaxing or working from home. The renovated kitchen offers custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, and stainless steel appliances that make everyday living feel effortless. Upstairs, you’ll find three bedrooms and a fully renovated hall bath, all designed with both style and functionality in mind. The basement provides additional space. Outside, enjoy a private backyard, a detached garage, and the convenience of a quiet, tree-lined block just moments from parks, schools, and the LIRR. With classic curb appeal and quality interior updates, 55 Cambridge Avenue is truly move-in ready.

This coming Monday (May 19th) at 1:00 p.m. the Nassau County Legislature is scheduled to release and then vote to approve the Final Environmental Impact Study on the proposed casino development at the Nassau Coliseum grounds. I am asking all residents, who are able, to attend the session at the NC Legislature Building at the corner of 15th Street and Franklin Avenue and join us in opposing its passage. Earlier this year, the Board of Trustees, through our counsel and environmental expert, filed a detailed report outlining the negative impact such a development would have on the underground water system, its broader environs, our traffic and the Village’s overall quality of life.

Although the LV Sands Corp. has publicly stated it is no longer pursuing a NYS casino license, it is curious that this very important step in the licensing process is moving forward. To that end, there have been rumors that County officials have been furiously negotiating with other entities to potentially “step in to LV Sands shoes” in the licensing process, thus requiring the completion of the very extensive EIS process…only time will

tell whether an alternate will be tapped. Nevertheless, the Board of Trustees stands firm in its unanimous opposition to any fashion of a casino development at the site, no matter what party attempts to move a casino project forward. I will be in attendance at the hearing on Monday with some colleagues ready to speak out…I hope to see you there. Have a great weekend.

Village Water

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The Village would like to correct some erroneous information contained in a recent issue of Newsday regarding our drinking water and the forever chemical, PFAS. To clarify, the New York State standard for PFAS is 10 parts per trillion (ppt). In 2023, Village supply Well 9 tested at 4.3 ppt, well within the state standard. In April 2024, the EPA set a new rule of 4 ppt for PFAS compounds. The Newsday article referenced a sample collected prior

to this new rule. Well 9 was taken out of service in 2024 for treatment upgrades aimed at removing PFAS and other compounds. At the time the sample referenced by Newsday was collected, Well 9 was in full compliance with the existing standards. The treatment upgrades are nearly complete, and all regulated compounds are now non-detectable. To further ensure the safety of our drinking water, the EPA has outlined several requirements:

• Public water systems must monitor for PFAS and have three years to complete initial monitoring (by 2027), followed by ongoing compliance monitoring. Water systems must provide the public with information on the levels of PFAS in their drinking water beginning in 2027.

• Public water systems have five years (by 2029) to implement solutions that reduce PFAS if monitoring shows that drinking water levels exceed the maximum contaminant levels (MCLs).

• Beginning in 2029, public water systems that have PFAS in drinking water which violates one or more of these MCLs must take action to reduce levels and must provide notification to the public of the violation.

Residents can rest assured that all Village drinking water is safe to consume and complies fully with regulated standards. For additional information, please contact Water Superintendent Stan Carey at 516-465-4043.

St. Paul’s Survey

Residents have shown great interest in the St. Paul’s Survey, with thousands of responses already received! If returning the survey by mail, it must be postmarked by May 30 so don’t delay! If you’re completing the survey online via https:// gardencitystpaulssurvey.org it must also be submitted by May 30. Only one survey per household - whether written or online - will be counted. Email questions to stpaulsquestions@ gardencityny.net.

WAWNC Water Quality Report

The Water Authority of Western

Nassau County, which services Village residents who live in the western most part of the Village, has completed its Annual Water Quality Report/ Consumer Confidence Report for 2024. The full report can be found on the Garden City website, www.gardencityny.net; copies are also available at the Water Authority’s office located at 1580 Union Turnpike in New Hyde Park. A supplement report, which contains data for each well utilized during 2021, both before and after treatment, is available for review a the Garden City Public Library.

Airplane Noise Concerns

Concerned about airplane noise? Residents can file an airplane noise complaint with the Port Authority of NY NJ and the Federal Aviation Administration. For additional information, residents should visit https://www.faa.gov/ancir.

Public Hearing June 5: Liability of Village

The Garden City Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. to introduce a Village law to amend Village Code Section 132-2 regarding liability of the Village. For the past 98 years there’s been a law in effect in New York State that states before any persons can maintain an action against a Village for damages or injuries sustained as the result of any kind of defect on Village-owned sidewalks, crosswalks, curbs etc. or as a result of snow or ice on Village-owned streets or parking lots there must be written notice of the defective condition on file with the Village in order for the Village to be liable. The Village has adopted its own version of that law, Code Section 132-2. With the advent of social media, email, the Village app and website, there’s been some concern that persons may argue that using this technology could be a substitute for the required written notice. This amendment is intended to make it clear that in order for the Village to be put on notice of a defective condition there must be written notice delivered to the Village Clerk of the condition prior to someone making a claim. Any notices on such technology do not qualify as prior written notice, according to Village Counsel.

Mayor Edward Finneran

Hit-and-run arrest

On May 7, Garden City detectives arrested a 39-year-old male for allegedly leaving the scene of an auto accident near Clinton Road and Old Country Road.

Sound system missing

The Garden City Police Department is investigating the disappearance of a portable sound system reported missing from the Senior Center on May 7.

CO alarm response

GCFD and GCPD responded to a residence on May 7 for a carbon monoxide alarm that activated during a battery replacement.

False fire alarms

On May 7, GCFD and GCPD responded to two separate fire alarms—one triggered by burnt food and another by vaping smoke.

Truck violations

Two Clinton Road truck operators were charged on May 7—one for driving with a suspended license and operating in a non-commercial zone, and the other for unsafe speed, uninsured operation, and also operating in a non-commercial zone.

Sideswipe incident

On May 7, a truck reportedly left the scene after sideswiping a vehicle on Franklin Avenue.

Improper vehicle offloading

A vehicle transport operator was charged on May 7 for illegally stopping on Clinton Road to offload a vehicle.

Multiple license suspensions

On May 7, a Clinton Road motorist was arrested for allegedly driving with 18 license suspensions, as well as operating an unregistered and uninsured vehicle.

Mail theft reported

A check mailed from 6th Street was reported stolen, altered, and cashed on May 8.

Traffic violations

On May 8, a Clinton Road motorist was charged with driving with a suspended license and excessive speed, while another motorist on the same road faced charges for suspended registration and excessive speed.

Railroad gate issue

Garden City Police responded on May 8 to the Cathedral Avenue train crossing after receiving a report of a railroad gate malfunction.

Steam triggers alarms

Two fire alarms were activated by cooking steam on May 8, prompting

GCFD and GCPD to respond.

Multiple infractions

On May 8, a Stewart Avenue motorist was charged with driving with a suspended license, improper plates, and uninsured operation.

Trespass arrest

On May 9, officers alleged ly arrested a 55-year-old male for entering a 7th Street building after previously being advised he was not permitted inside. He was charged with criminal trespass.

Stop sign violation

es on May 10, officers responded to several traffic light malfunctions throughout the Village.

Uninsured speeding

On May 10, a Clinton Road motorist was charged with excessive speed and driving an uninsured vehicle.

Vehicle damaged

A vehicle parked in Parking Field 5 was found damaged by unknown means on May 11.

Stop sign and license

A motorist on Meadow Street was charged on May 9 with passing a Stop sign, and operating an unregistered and uninsured vehicle.

Items stolen from vehicle

Items were reported stolen on May 9 from a vehicle parked on Euston Road.

Suspended license

A Stewart Avenue motorist was charged on May 9 with driving with a suspended license and operating an unregistered auto.

Another stolen check

On May 9, a check placed in the mail was reported stolen, altered, and cashed.

Truck violations

A truck driver on Stewart Avenue was charged on May 9 with unlicensed operation, uninsured auto, and driving in a non-commercial zone.

Bike stolen

On May 10, a charcoal mountain bike was reported stolen from Edgemere Park.

Multiple suspensions

A Clinton Road motorist was charged on May 10 with driving with a suspended license and registration, along with uninsured operation.

Burnt food alarm

GCFD and GCPD responded on May 10 to a fire alarm at a 7th Street store, which was activated by burnt food.

Wrong side driving

A Stewart Avenue motorist was charged on May 10 with driving on the wrong side of the road and with a suspended registration.

Traffic light outages

Due to intermittent power outag-

On May 11, a Meadow Street motorist was charged with passing a Stop sign and driving with a suspended license.

Multiple alarm calls

GCFD and GCPD responded on May 11 to fire alarms caused by cleaners, shower steam, and burnt food.

Stewart Avenue driver

A motorist on Stewart Avenue was charged on May 11 with both a sus-

pended license and registration.

Damaged sign

On May 11, an officer located a damaged street sign near Stewart Avenue and Butler Place.

CVS shoplifting

On May 12, CVS reported a male subject stole an item and fled the store.

Hit-and-run on Stewart

A white sedan reportedly left the scene after colliding with another vehicle on Stewart Avenue on May 12.

Another mail theft

A check placed in the mail on 6th Street was reported stolen, altered, and cashed on May 12.

Vehicle fire report

GCFD and GCPD responded to Cherry Valley Avenue on May 12 for a reported vehicle fire. Firefighters determined the vehicle had only overheated.

Washington Avenue arrest

On May 12, a Washington Avenue motorist was charged with a suspended license, suspended registration, and uninsured auto.

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School district holds budget hearing ahead of May 20th vote

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of 2.42%, staying within the state’s allowable limit.

Over 75% of the budget is allocated to direct student programs. The plan also includes a $2,300,000 transfer to the capital fund, which will go toward replacing the high school’s main field and netting, installing new air conditioning in the library, upgrading technology infrastructure and servers, modernizing boiler controls across the district, and ongoing painting and masonry work.

On the instructional side, the district will continue to support its one-toone device initiative, co-curricular and extracurricular programs, math and writing supports at the secondary level, and science kits for grades 2 through 5. The budget also adds approximately five full-time positions, largely to accommodate rising enrollment at the middle and high schools as the district’s larger student cohorts move up.

DiCapua stressed that the district has carefully controlled costs through participation in purchasing consortia and shared transportation services with neighboring districts. “We use state contracts, we recycle technology, and

we stretch our resources wherever we can,” she said.

If the budget is not approved by voters, the Board of Education has three options: it can resubmit the same budget for a revote, revise and present a new one, or adopt a contingency budget. Under the contingency plan, approximately $4,900,000 million would be cut. Items like capital transfers and non-emergency facility work would be eliminated, while contractual obligations such as salaries and debt service would remain intact.

Board members also addressed some misinformation circulating in the community. President Sileo urged residents to rely on the district website for accurate budget information, noting that some online discussions have contained inaccuracies. “There’s been some inconsistent things I’ve seen that don’t jive with what’s been presented. Refer to materials on the front page of the website as they are the most accurate,” he said.

A brief discussion followed regarding state aid. DiCapua explained that although Garden City’s state aid

appears to be increasing, much of that money is earmarked for Universal Pre-K and cannot be used for general expenses. The actual revenue for the general fund remains consistent with what was projected using the governor’s proposal. “It’s the same misconception we had last year,” she said, adding that Universal Pre-K funds are reported on state aid runs but are separate from the general fund.

“We’re proud of this budget,” she said. “It reflects our priorities, stays within the cap, and continues to move the district forward. Please remember to vote!”

Community questions

Residents raised questions and shared feedback on district programs and initiatives.

One parent praised the students and teachers involved in the recent hackathon, noting the boys’ impressive communication, strategy, and process skills. However, she also observed that all participants were male and asked about the status of the district’s Girls Who Code program.

Administrators shared that while the hackathon was new and open to all

students, the district has taken steps in recent years to expand access to computer science for girls, particularly at the high school level. They noted that a past all-girls robotics team had advanced to nationals and emphasized that programs like robotics and coding are open to everyone. .

Another member of the community inquired whether daily gym would remain an elective in middle school. Administrators explained that daily gym will be discontinued next year due to staffing constraints and programming changes aligned with long-term goals. However, physical education will still be provided every other day, in accordance with state requirements.

Upcoming Meetings & Key Dates

The vote on the proposed budget and Board of Education elections will take place on Tuesday, May 20, from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the high school. Voters will be asked to approve the budget and select two trustees to serve on the board. The board meeting will begin the same night at 8:15 p.m. at the high school.

Village explores roundabout at First and Cambridge

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Administration -- Travel and Training -into “Engineer -- Contractual Services.” Superintendent of Public Works John Borroni discussed the traffic circle initiative at the Board meeting. He told Commission members, including new trustees Rich Catalano and Yvonne Varano, that the village engineer had been working on a “gateway treatment” near Garden City Nursery School on Cherry Valley Avenue, with a design and estimate expected by mid-May.

“We’re also investigating the feasibility study to install a roundabout, and we’re also discussing how to potentially get rid of the orange bollards, though they seem to be very effective as people aren’t driving in the ‘hatched’ area. But again their aesthetics were not necessarily the best,” he said.

During the May 8 Traffic Commission meeting, Trustee and newly appointed Chair Vinny Muldoon referenced “Good Ol’ First Street” as he acknowledged residents present to express traffic concerns in the neighborhood.

Muldoon emphasized the need for a long-term fix to improve safety near the intersection, especially for nearby residents. He noted that the current orange construction-style bollards were intended to be a temporary measure to “change habits.” He suggested replacing them with black bollards featuring yellow reflectors, which would better complement Garden City’s streetscape.

Borroni added that more attractive bollards had already been delivered and would be installed in the raised concrete island in the coming weeks. These would not be placed in the roadway and would require 18-inch footings to ensure stability and pedestrian protection.

Trustee Yvonne Varano, a First Street resident attending her first Traffic Commission meeting as a sitting trustee, suggested that bump-outs could serve as a more visually appealing and permanent traffic-calming solution in place of cones.

According to Borroni, when drivers see a more narrow road, they are likely to slow down because things “feel tighter and squeezed.”

“Gateway treatment is a narrowing of the roadway at certain locations, but not a continuous narrowing – they’re just bump-outs on either side of the road. In my experience, the bump-outs are bad for snow plowing but great for traffic calming,” he said.

Muldoon also summarized recent reviews by the Traffic Commission and Garden City Police Department, including a request to extend the eastbound left-turn lane on First Street for vehicles turning north onto Rockaway Avenue.

“We’re looking at several things, as at the Board of Trustees’ meeting tonight we will go ahead and hopefully approve doing a study of the feasibility of installing a roundabout (traffic circle) at the end of First Street where the bend is at Cambridge – it would be a feasibil-

ity study to see if the village could fit one there, and if it would work there. We do need Village Board authorization to go ahead and fund that project,” he explained.

He also requested an update from Police Commissioner Ken Jackson on a pending request to Nassau County to adjust the timing of the left-turn signal at the intersection. Borroni confirmed the matter is still under county review.

A resident at the Traffic Commission meeting had suggested a three-way stop at the intersection, but Muldoon expressed concern that it would cause traffic to back up—especially near the bottom of the hill and near the pool entrance. He stressed the importance of using taxpayer dollars wisely.

“We did look at it, and it’s not as

simple as it seems and the issues there with backing up traffic at the bottom of the hill, and coming from multiple directions to stop signs. Also there is a cost factor, if we do that and then we do the feasibility study to answer the question if we can do the roundabout – and in my personal opinion the roundabout there would be a home run as it would achieve slowing down the traffic but keeping everyone moving. We’re going to wait for the feasibility study to take shape, and the Commission talked about not wasting money for the hatching and painting that needs to be done on the road to install multiple stop signs (for a three-way stop). If we decide we want to do the roundabout, doing the stop signs would be a waste of money for the very short-term period,” he said.

Village approves $60K fix after mysterious leak

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board before the authorization. Village Trustee Rich Catalano asked Borroni about the water line leak, and an item on the agenda for its replacement with polymaterial.

“It doesn’t seem like it’s the village’s fault that these things are leaking. You are indicating that these might be PSEG Long Island, or National Grid. I did communicate with them via email with National Grid and PSEG to see who’s responsible – why should the village pay for it if another party is responsible?” Catalano asked.

Borroni commented that the village is not sure yet. “We have tested our street lighting system or any currents that may have come from the village, but we have tested negative so we know it’s definitely not the village.” Catalano responded, “But we can’t figure it out, so that’s the problem.”

Village Administrator Ralph Suozzi offered some info, as he spoke with

Village Attorney Gary Fishberg about this matter. Mr. Fishberg reached out to the attorney at National Grid, and it appears the utility had the same problem occur in Westbury and other local communities.

Suozzi reported to the Board last week, “The gas line they put in at Fairmount is plastic; there’s no electric charge on it. They have been replacing these, and they suggested we get PSEG, National Grid and Long Island Rail Road out there at the same time, to simultaneously do testing so they can watch what the other is doing – because they point to each other, with multiple projects there it’s very hard to find an answer so we don’t know what the cause is, but we know it’s the electric current that’s causing electrolysis; these aren’t pinhole leaks. It’s a total decay of the copper line at the point it crosses where the gas pane was, but we don’t know what caused it all of a sudden.”

He explained that the line replacement will prevent it from spreading,

hopefully. The village is intent on getting the money back, if possible.

“But we have to find where the finger needs to point,” Suozzi commented.

Trustee Michele Harrington asked whether the village has insurance that could cover the damage. Suozzi replied that the deductible is about $250,000, and this incident likely wouldn’t qualify.

Trustee Vinny Muldoon said he received several calls from Fairmount residents. He had spoken with both Suozzi and Superintendent of Water and Sewer Operations Stanley Carey.

“The current is coming from somewhere and of course PSEG said, ‘Oh no it’s it’s the village it’s your street lighting.’ Like John (Borroni) said it was tested, and absolutely not – there was no current there - one hundred percent. And PSEG went ‘round, but also it could be coming from an individual home from their service and running it could be a homeowner, believe it or not with

the responsibility, or it could be PSEG but it’s hard to pinpoint it – and would anybody raised their hand and say ‘Oh yeah, it’s my fault I’ll take responsibility for all these decaying lines on Fairmont.’ This is a tricky one, but I think we’ll just keep at it and see if we can come to a resolution and find out exactly where the problem came from,” Muldoon noted.

Suozzi noted the possibility of a faulty neutral line on a residential property. “We should send letters to all the homeowners and advise them, they should call a licensed electrician to come to the house and get the line checked. He added that the village IS taking responsibility for it.

“We can’t have a resident without water connected, at the end of the day. So we’re proceeding in a proactive way. It could be a home with a bad neutral line, or it could be a utility we just don’t know at this point,” he said.

Chamber holds annual Belmont Art Poster contest

John Wilton, president of the Garden City Chamber of Commerce, has announced an expanded grade range for the annual Belmont Art Poster Contest. In partnership with the Garden City UF School District PTA and private school PTO organizations, the Chamber announces that grades K–1 will now be included in the contest!

This year, the Belmont Festival

will take place of Friday, June 6, from 6 p.m.–10 p.m. Posters should contain a horse-related theme (horses, jockeys, barns, etc.) and should not be any larger than 12” x 18” or a half of a sheet of oak tag. Posters should have the student’s name, grade, a contact number, teacher name and school written on the back so winners may be properly notified.

The poster should be submitted to

your school’s art teacher no later than Friday, May 30. They will be picked up that day and will be displayed in the store fronts along Seventh Street for the week prior to the Belmont Festival.

Winners of the contest will be announced at the event and will be featured in the Garden City News and The Chamber of Commerce social media accounts the following week. Prizes for

the top 3 winning posters in both the K–2 category and the 3–5 category will be as follows:  Win $100;  Place $50;  Show $25 If you would like your poster back, it must be picked up by Tuesday, June 10, at Signature Properties, 730 Franklin Ave (parking in back of The Orchid)

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STUDENTS FIRST

Every decision should begin with the fundamental question: how does this put Students First?

We will bring the right experience and skill set to help the Board of Education build on successes while strengthening our programs.

Our approach is simple: put Students First, support educators, and ensure dollars are spent wisely to benefit the entire community.

OUR PRIORITIES OUR PRIORITIES

Increase Student Achievement: Reverse declining reading and math performance trends.

Literacy: De-implement discredited practices. Introduce evidence-based structured literacy to build foundational reading and writing skills.

Math: Shift back to effective math programs and provide explicit instruction versus inquiry-based learning

Reform Special Education: Prioritize early and effective interventions to reduce expensive disputes and better serve our students

Reduce Class Sizes: Address overcrowding, especially in the middle school, ensuring proactive and data-driven management of facilities and staffing needs.

Hold Leadership Accountable: Establish transparency and fiscal responsibility with a focus on student outcomes.

Prudent Hiring: Navigate the hiring process of key positions, including Superintendent, with thoughtful and forwardlooking leadership.

Fiscal Responsibility: Reduce costly litigation, ineffective consulting, and administrative waste, so more funding reaches students and classrooms

Improve Communication: Ensure parents get the information they need, when they need it

Maintain & Enhance Programs: Enrich whole child learning through our amazing sports, music, arts, and extracurricular programs.

Keep What Works. Improve the Rest.

My experience as an education attorney representing families across New York State gives me unique insights into how school districts succeed, and where they stray from their mission I’ve seen firsthand how delays in services, poor policy decisions, and wasteful spending create unnecessary conflicts that hurt students and drain taxpayer resources

As a board member, I will use this knowledge to help Garden City take a proactive, student-focused approach By concentrating on early interventions, effective policies, and responsible budgeting, we will improve outcomes while avoiding costly mistakes. My vision is for Garden City to be number one.

Dr. Dinorah DellaCamera

I am a dedicated mother, veterinarian, and long-time advocate for education reform. As a parent fighting for children with dyslexia and dysgraphia, I’ve influenced state-level policies and served on the New York State Education Department’s Dyslexia and Dysgraphia Task Force. I’ve worked with organizations such as Teach My Kid to Read, Decoding Dyslexia New York, and the Long Island Literacy Coalition.

I aim to implement structured literacy programs, enhance special education through early and effective interventions, and seek greater accountability in district leadership and spending. With a results-driven approach, I am committed to ensuring every child in Garden City has access to a highquality education second to none

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Women’s Health Care of Garden City committed to personalized care

By John L. Gomes, MD

John

L. Gomes, MD, founded Women’s Health Care of Garden City in 1995. It has remained an independent private practice, providing personalized obstetrical and gynecological services.

He employs the technical advances of conventional medicine with an integrative approach to navigate women through difficult pregnancies into the menopausal years. He treats a wide variety of OB/GYN conditions and is dedicated to providing the highest quality of care.

All tests are conveniently done on the premises, and a dedicated, compassionate staff is on call 24/7.

He is committed to excellence in patient communication, education and support, as many patients come with anxiety associated with past experiences and future concerns.

Dr. Gomes received his undergraduate degree from Brown University, and his Doctor of Medicine from Columbia University.

He is both Board Certified and a Fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Women’s Health Care of Garden City is located at 1000 Franklin Avenue, Suite 200, Garden City.

The Triple Crown Schedule

BY BOB MORGAN, JR.

There obviously is no shortage of important news stories to discuss this week, including the election of Pope Leo XIV.  But most of these stories are developing, and probably can be treated better in a future column.

And so I’m going to change up this week to discuss a much less significant , but still hotly contested,  question – whether horse racing needs to stretch out the Triple Crown schedule to reflect a changing game..

As a primer, the Triple Crown is a series of three thoroughbred  horse races run each year.  It is restricted to three year old runners, which means that a horse can only compete  in the Triple Crown series once in a lifetime.

The first of the three races of the Triple Crown is the Kentucky Derby run at Churchill Downs in Louisville on the first Saturday in May at a distance of a mile and a quarter.  Two weeks later comes the Preakness Stakes run at Pimlico in Baltimore at one and 3/16 miles.  The third Triple Crown race is the Belmont Stakes, which is normally run at Belmont Park on Long Island three weeks after the Preakness at the relatively marathon distance of one and one-half miles.  However, this year (and perhaps next), because of ongoing reconstruction of Belmont Park, the Belmont will be run upstate at Saratoga Race Course at a mile and a quarter.

Actually winning the Triple Crown, which means sweeping the Derby, Preakness and Belmont Stakes, is quite difficult.  Indeed, since the series began in 1919, only 13 horses have won the crown, the most recent being Justify in 2018.   There have ben some notable gaps between Triple Crown winners.  Citation won in 1948 but the next winner was Secretariat in 1973, 25 years later.  More recently, there was a 37-year hiatus between Affirmed’s victory in 1978 and the triumph of American Pharoah in 2015.

This year, now for the seventh straight year, there will be no Triple

Crown.  In the Kentucky Derby on May 3, Sovereignty, under Junior Alvarado at odds of 8-1, surged past favored Journalism in the stretch to win the Run for the Roses.  This was a popular edition of the Derby, with 17.7 million television viewers, the best since 1989.

However, within three days, Sovereignty’s trainer, Bill Mott, a well respected figure in the game, announced that Sovereignty would skip the Preakness and instead head for the Belmont Stakes on June 7.   This is the fourth time since 2019 that the Derby winner has bowed out of the Preakness

Mott’s decision reignited a longstanding argument about moving the Triple Crown schedule.  The argument is that modern horses are not bred to race well under the grueling Triple Crown schedule of three races in five weeks, and the sport is damaged by the refusal of Kentucky Derby winners to run in the Preakness in the one time of the year that many casual fans are engaged with the sport.

One common proposal is to keep the Derby date where it is, but move the Preakness to  the first Saturday in June and then put the Belmont on the first Saturday of July.

On the other hand, others argue that the Triple Crown is meant to be hard to win and that providing four or five weeks between races in effect waters down the extraordinary nature of winning the crown.  At present, the New York Racing Association, which runs the Belmont, does not seem inclined to change, but the pressure will likely continue.

To my mind, this is a pretty close question.  In truth, horses are not now bred to start as often as they did years ago.  (Believe it or not,  in 1948 Citation actually raced in another race, which he won,  between the Preakness and the Belmont.)  On the other hand, you hate to cheapen the extraordinary achievement of winning the Triple Crown.  So I  just don’t know.

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SESSION A: (7/7 – 7/11), (7/21 – 7/25), (8/4 – 8/8)

MONDAY – PAINT ON A MERMAID TILE:

This is a new concept in our store. Paint on a tile with the imprint of a Mermaid. No guessing, it’s all there, pre-lined with a Mermaid, just like painting in a coloring book. Mermaids are the new Princesses.

TUESDAY – PAINT A WATERMELON BOWL:

Paint a bowl using sponging technique to make the bowl look like a delicious watermelon.

WEDNESDAY – PAINT ON CANVAS:

The newest craze, your child will paint on canvas by using the unique technique of tape and acrylic paint.

THURSDAY – UNDER THE SEA DINNER PLATE: Paint a dinner plate using under the sea stamps.

FRIDAY – PAINT BY NUMBERS:

The second newest craze to start is paint by numbers on canvas. Your child will paint a Unicorn on canvas by matching the numbers to the colors.

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Environmental Tip of the Week A Chance to Purchase Native Plants for your Garden

Do you want to support pollinators and birds by putting native plants in your garden, but don’t know where to start or what to choose? The Long Island Native Plant Initiative (LINPI) can help you!

SESSION B: (7/14 – 7/18), (7/28 – 8/1), (8/11 – 8/15)

MONDAY – TOTE BAG:

Paint and decorate a one-of-a-kind tote bag using fabric pens, sparkles, and much more.

TUESDAY – WATERMELON MUG: Paint a soup mug using the same technique to make the bowl; thus having a matching set. Mug and bowl for soup, hot chocolate, or cereal.

WEDNESDAY – PAINT BIRDHOUSE:

Paint a birdhouse for all your fine-feathered friends, with different types of stamps, stencils, etc., using acrylic paint

THURSDAY – INITIAL MUG:

Using stencils and polka dots, your child will learn these new techniques that they can use on all forms of art. They will make a personalized mug with their initial.

FRIDAY – MOSAIC FRAME: Using fun-colored tiles you will create a frame suitable for hanging and definitely gift giving.

The Long Island Native Plant Initiative (LINPI) was established in 2011 to make available local genotype plant material that is better adapted to Long Island’s unique environmental and cultural conditions. LINPI is a volunteer cooperative effort of over 30 non-profit organizations, governmental agencies, nursery professionals and citizens working together to preserve biodiversity and ecosystem function on Long Island by providing commercial sources of genetically appropriate local (ecotypic) plant materials for use in nursery, landscaping and habitat restoration activities.

LINPI will hold a plant sale on Saturday, May 17th from 10 AM to 3 PM at the property of the Sisters of St Joseph, 1725 Brentwood Rd, Brentwood. To see their list of available plants, visit www.linpi.org. For directions, visit www.linpi.org/ directions. For questions, email info@linpi.org or call 631-260-1513.

LINPI’s motto: “Bridging the gap, by going to seed!”

The Long Island Native Plant Initiative will be holding a plant sale this Saturday in Brentwood.

Prepared by the GC EAB. See gardencityny.net for details.

LI Choral Society brings a concert of contrasts to Garden City

Get ready for an evening of harmonies and hijinks as The Long Island Choral Society with Music Director, Michael C. Haigler present the final concert of their 96th season at the Garden City Community Church on Saturday, May 17, at 7 p.m.  This program, entitled “From the Sublime to the Ridiculous”, offers the beautiful melodies of Johannes Brahms’ Liebeslieder Waltzes as well as the ridiculous antics of P.D.Q. Bach’s Liebeslieder Polkas. Liebeslieder translates as Love Song and this concert will give two very different visions of musical expressions of love.

The First Act will feature Brahms lush waltzes, scored for 4-hand piano and sure to elicit emotions and romantic memories through its lush melodies and sublime poetry.  The Second Act presents P.D.Q. Bach’s interpretation

of love songs through energy driven polkas scored for 5-hand piano in such a manner as to create chaos, musical mayhem, visual hijinks and some seriously bad puns. This typifies the style of Peter Schickele’s alter ego, P.D.Q. Bach, who also penned such works as the 1712 Overture and The Abduction of Figaro. From the Ridiculous to the Sublime, this concert should satisfy the musical appetites of serious musicians as well as high stepping absurdist’s.

The concert will be performed at 7 p.m. on Saturday, May 17, at the Garden City Community Church at 245 Stewart Ave., Garden City.  Tickets are $20 for adults, $10 for youth.  For more information, please visit lics.org.

To order tickets in advance, please call (516) 652-6878 or purchase at the door.

Locust School holds day of innovation

Garden City’s Locust School has been recognized as an Apple Distinguished School, an honor awarded to schools that demonstrate a commitment to innovation, leadership and excellence in integrating technology into learning. To celebrate this achievement, representatives from Apple and educators from across Long Island visited the school on May 5 to observe students participating in engaging, tech-infused lessons.

The day began with classroom visits to kindergarten and first grade rooms, where guests experienced learning in action. As students explored lessons centered on creativity, collaboration and future readiness, visitors witnessed how Apple’s innovative technology enhances student engagement and expression.

Kindergarten students displayed projects such as “Making Sticker Books with Photos using Keynote,” “Draw, Label, Create: Exploring with Markup and Photos,” “Snap, Record, Write – A Walk Around with Numbers” and “From Page to Performance – Bringing Stories to Life with the Stop Motion App.”

First grade lessons included “Measure Your Way with Pages: A Differentiated Math Adventure,” “Using Keynote for Stop Motion,” “Act It Out: Animal Edition with Photos and Pages” and “Building Community – A Virtual Map in Keynote.”

Using iPads and Apple tools, students brought their learning to life by recording videos and audio, taking photos, animating drawings and producing short films featuring original characters. These activities

highlighted their ability to communicate, create and problem-solve in innovative and meaningful ways.

The day concluded with a panel discussion featuring Locust School teachers and

leaders, who shared strategies for designing impactful, tech-infused learning experiences. Visitors left inspired and equipped with new ideas to spark creativity and elevate learning in their own classrooms.

Locust School students participated in a variety of tech-infused lessons during the Apple Distinguished School site visit.

Photo courtesy of the Garden City School District

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Thank You from the Friends of the Library

Mayor Mary Carter Flanagan and Library Trustees Colleen Foley and Mary Maguire enjoy browsing at the book sale!

The Friends of the Garden City Public Library held their Spring Book Sale and Silent Auction May 3-4. With your support, the Friends were able to raise funds that support library activities such as Museum Passes, Monday Movie Matinees and programs for children, young adults and adults.

Many thanks to the residents who donated their books that made this book sale possible and all of those who bought these wonderful books at the sale as well as the Silent Auction baskets. A special shout-out to library administration and staff who facilitated the sale and set-up. The Friends would also like to thank the following local businesses who generously donated gift cards for our Silent Auction Baskets:

Food for Thought French Workshop

Noblesse Spa & Nail Salon

Pizzeria G

Seventh St. Gourmet

Westminster Nursery

Please mark your calendars on June 13 for the Friends Annual meeting (with entertainment!) and watch your mail for a letter from the Friends. The Friends’ donation bin is back in the library vestibule. The Friends of the Library is a volunteer organization that welcomes volunteers – please see the Friends tab, Membership, on the library website gardencitypl.org. The library is located at 60 Seventh St, Garden City, NY.

GC Schools recognized as a “Best Community for Music Education”

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The Garden City School District hs been recognized as one of the Best Communities for Music Education in the nation for the 202425 school year by the National Association of Music Merchants Foundation. This is the 14th time that Garden City has received this prestigious award which honors districts and schools that demonstrate an outstanding commitment to providing high-quality music education as part of a well-rounded education.

The designation as one of the Best Communities for Music Education acknowledges the exceptional efforts of teachers, administrators, parents, students and community leaders who have prioritized music education within the district. By fostering a supportive environment and ensuring access to music education opportunities, the Garden City School District has enriched the

educational experience of its students.

“Our music teachers bring passion, expertise and heart to their classrooms every day, creating opportunities for students to connect, grow and express themselves through music,” said Amanda Hauser, coordinator of music and the arts for Garden City Schools.

“This recognition is a celebration of their work and the communitywide commitment that makes music education a priority in our schools.”

The Best Communities for Music Education award program celebrates the achievements of 975 school districts across the nation that have demonstrated a high level of commitment to music education. It highlights the importance of music as an integral part of a comprehensive education and recognizes the positive impact it has on students' academic and personal development.

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ENROLL NOW For 2025-2026 school year

Resurrection Preschool offers a nurturing and positive environment for children. Establishing a close relationship between home and school is all part of maintaining a firm and successful foundation for our children.

Our lead teachers and assistant teachers are certified and knowledgeable of early childhood expectations. They are aware of child development and strategies needed to assure success. At Resurrection Preschool, children will get a solid foundation for their future education which is rooted in Christian values.

PROGRAMS OFFERED:

Time For Two’s

Two-day or three-day classes available for children who turn 2 by October

Three Year Old Program

Children can attend either 4 or 5 days/week

Four Year Old Program

Children attend 5 days/week

Transitional Kindergarten

Children attend 5 days/week

After School Clubs are available for Three’s, Four’s & Transitional Kindergarten Building, Games & STEM activities, Art, Book Buddies, Soccer Shots and our brand new SPANISH CLUB

For more information please visit our website at resgc.org or Contact our Director, Mrs. Jean Dietterick at (516) 741-6447.

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GCMS Hackathon team shines in competiton

On May 2, Garden City Middle School debuted its Hackathon team at this year’s kidOYO Code Conquest: "Bayou Conquest" Hackathon and earned an impressive third-place finish.

The annual Hackathon, a highly competitive event open to multiple grade levels across Long Island, typically features schools that return every year. This made GCMS’s achievement even more remarkable, as they were one of only two new teams to enter the

competition this year.

The team was coached by Mrs. Scibelli, a GCMS technology teacher, and Mrs. Wenger, the GCMS library media specialist. Together, they coached and mentored a group of eight sixth grade students, preparing them for the 2025 Hackathon held at Mineola Middle School.

Throughout the weeks leading up to the event, students met regularly with their mentors, where they worked to complete coding challenges that required collaboration, problem-solving, creativity and critical thinking. Through tasks such as using block code on Hatch and creating pixel art through Sprite Editor, the team furthered their

technical skills while also learning the importance of teamwork and job delegation.

These eight students developed their own collaborative strategy, which helped them secure third place.

“With this being our first time ever competing in the Hackathon, we couldn’t be prouder of the team’s third place result,” said Mrs. Scibelli and Mrs. Wenger. “We entered unsure of what to expect or what other strategies the teams were using, but we came out successful. We cannot wait to see what the future holds for GCMS Hackathon students.”

Photos courtesy of the Garden City School District

The GCMS Hackathon team.

The GCMS Hackathon team competed at the 2025 kidOYO Code Conquest Hackathon at Mineola Middle School.

The GCMS Hackathon team.

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Garden City PTA News

The Garden City PTA partnered with GOAT USA for a special fundraising campaign this spring with a sticker contest, elementary assembly, and sale of our official Garden City GOAT design! See included photos from the assembly!

Save the Dates!

Grab your calendar and mark down these important upcoming dates across the school district. Keep an eye on the PTA website and the GCUFSD website “Events” page for even more detail on what’s happening across all seven schools.

• May 23–26 - Schools Closed

• June 6 - 8th Grade Celebration (in school event)

• June 7- Sportswear and School Supplies Pickup at GCMS: 9 a.m.–12 p.m.

*If you are not able to pick up please make arrangements with a friend. There will be no alternate date.

Staff Appreciation Lunches

The Garden City PTA truly appreciates the staff that take care of our children everyday.  The staff appreciation lunches were a small token of our

Attention students!

appreciation!  Thank you so much for everything you do! See photos from all of the schools!

GOAT Partnership

The Garden City PTA partnered with GOAT USA for a special fundraising campaign this spring with a sticker contest, elementary assembly, and sale of our official Garden City GOAT design!  See included photos from the assembly!

Let’s Connect!

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Join the conversation and invite your friends.

Thank you to all who support the Garden City PTA.

Every child. One voice.

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Homestead School Staff Appreciation Lunch

Staff Appreciation Lunch at Garden City Middle School

Staff Appreciation Lunch at Garden City High School

Staff Appreciation Lunch at Stratford School

Administrators & PTA at the Stratford Staff Appreciation Lunch

Staff Appreciation Lunch at Locust School

FOR SENIORS fyi

Garden City’s Senior Center is open. Please visit the Senior Center Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for further information on activities and events!

Trip to the Argyle Theatre to See “The Music Man”

Sunday, August 3

join us as we go to see The Music Man at the Argyle Theatre in Babylon, and have lunch at La Famiglia Restaurant. The Recreation Bus will leave at 10:45, lunch will be at 12:00, and performance at 2:00. $67 for the theatre ticket, check made payable to the “Argyle Theatre”, and $50 cash for lunch, payable at the same time. To register, please visit the Senior Center front desk.

Open Ping Pong

Join us on Tuesday afternoons, at the Senior Center from 1:00–3:00 for Open Ping Pong. This new drop in program begins Tuesday, May 6. Bring your friends, we have three tables!

Seminar: Managing Arthritis and Joint Pain

Tuesday, May 20, at 11:00 a.m.

Timothy from Spear Physical Therapy will be at the Senior Center presenting a seminar on managing arthritis and joint pain. To register, please stop by the Senior Center front desk or call (516) 385-8006.

Spring Into Summer Luncheon

Friday, May 23, at noon

Join us for a Spring into Summer Luncheon at the Senior Center. $15 sandwiches, coleslaw, & potato salad from the 7th Street Gourmet Deli, also soda, coffee, tea and dessert. Register at the Senior Center front desk (cash only). Deadline: May 19.

Educational Session with NYU Langone

Tuesday, May 27, at 11:00

Join us for an Educational Session with NYU Langone, subject TBD (according to your recent surveys).

Chair Yoga

New Chair Yoga schedule for Tania at the senior center. Beginning TUESDAY, March 4, 9:15–9:45 Meditation, 9:45–10:45 Chair Yoga class.

Trip to West Point

Tuesday, June 10

Trip to West Point for a tour and lunch at the Thayer Hotel. Tuesday, June 10, charter bus leaves from across the street from the Senior Center at 8:00 am, and it will depart West Point to return home at 3:00. To register visit the Senior Center, $153 check made payable to “Amazing Destinations”. DEADLINE HAS BEEN EXTENDED, WE HAVE 3 SPOTS LEFT. We are now opening up this trip to non-residents.

Save the Dates for Future Trips:

Sunday, June 8: “Legally Blonde” (Madison Theatre at Molloy University)

Sunday, August 3: “The Music Man” (Argyle Theatre)

Chess 4 Community

Join us for Chess 4 Community’s Play and Learn at the Senior Center, every other Friday 3:00–4:00. This program will resume in the fall, dates to be announced. All ages and levels are welcome. No registration is required, just stop by and play!

Senior Center Lunch Group

Join our Senior Center Lunch Group at 12:30–3:30 on Wednesdays, or, if you miss your pool friends, join the Garden City Pool Chat Group at the center, on Thursdays beginning at 1:00-3:30. For both groups, coffee and tea will be served, just bring your lunch and chat!! Also, call to inquire about our two book clubs, one meets on Thursdays during the day and the other on Wednesday evenings.

Monday Night

Duplicate Bridge Results

The winners of the Monday, May 12, games:

North / South:

1st Place: Mary Gallagher and Maria Buffa East / West:

1st Place: Tommie Dodge and Terry Schoenig

Let your voice be heard!

Is there an issue in your community you want to discuss? Want to respond to something you saw in our paper?

Then write a letter to our editor and bring it to everyone’s attention! Send your letter to editor@gcnews.com and we’ll publish it for you!

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

Tweens

and Teens Summer Reading Club: Color Our WorldInformation Coming Soon!

The Tweens and Teens Department is gearing up for Summer Reading Club! This year’s Tweens and Teens Summer Reading Club theme is “Color Our World” and is for tweens and teens entering Grades 6–12 in Fall 2025. Registration for this year’s Summer Reading Club will begin on Monday, June 16. Look out for updates in the coming weeks for the Tweens and Teens Summer Reading Club, including information about prizes, summer programs, community service opp ortunities, and more! You can get updates by checking the Library’s website at www.gardencitypl.org, visiting our event calendar Libcal at gardencitypl.libcal.com, or by following the Library’s Tweens and Teens Department on social media:

• Facebook: facebook.com/ GCPLTweensTeens

• Instagram: instagram.com/ GCPLTweensTeens

If you have any questions, email Young Adult Librarian Laura Giunta at https://www.gardencitypl.org/ young-adult-department/contactthe-young-adult-tweens-teens-department/.

Upcoming and Ongoing Library Programs for Tweens and Teens

These programs are for tweens and teens in Grades 6–12 unless otherwise

noted. Registration is required for these programs on LibCal at https:// gardencitypl.libcal.com.

Teens who complete an online survey after specific programs can receive community service for participating.

Registration is live online at https://gardencitypl.libcal.com for the following programs:

• Tuesday, May 13, to Thursday, May 22 : Ornaments for Community Service (Grades 6–12)

• Friday, May 16, at 3:30 p.m.: Teen Gamers (Grades 6–12)

• Tuesday, May 20, at 4 p.m.: Tween Tuesdays: Game Afternoon (Grades 4-7)

• Wednesday, May 21, at 5:30 p.m.: Teen LEGO Club (Grades 6–12)

• Thursday, May 22, at 4 p.m.: Dungeons and Dragons (Grades 4–12)

• Friday, May 23, at 3:30 p.m.: Teen Crafternoon: No-Sew Fleece Patriotic Pillows (Grades 6–12)

Ongoing Take-Home

Community Service Opportunities

Looking to volunteer? Check out some of our ongoing take-home community service opportunities for tweens and teens in Grades 6–12. Please check at the Library for more information on each of these opportunities; all volunteer projects should be submitted at the Library with a Volunteer Form, which can be found outside the Tweens and Teens Room.

• Ongoing: Kindness Cards for Community Service - No registration required. Up to 10 cards can be submitted per volunteer monthly.

Teens Game Together at the Library

Teens enjoyed snacks and video games during Spring Break on Friday, April 18, at the Library during Teen Gamers. Teen Gamers will be held again on Friday, May 16, and also in the summer on Friday,

See what's happening at your library!

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

June 13, both at 3:30 p.m. Plus, a special Tween Tuesday: Game Afternoon for tweens in Grades 4–7 will be held on Tuesday, May 20, at 4 p.m. Visit LibCal at gardencity.libcal.com to learn more about our upcoming gaming programs and when you can register online. Plus check LibCal for information about our summer programs, that will include gaming programs, which will be coming soon!

Teens enjoyed snacks and video games during Spring Break on Friday, April 18 at the Library during Teen Gamers.

Adult Services at the Garden City Public Library

The film "The Thomas Crown Affair" will be screened on Monday, May 19.

Monday Movies

Monday Movies presented by the Friends of the Garden City Library at 1:30 p.m.:

May & June

May 19

- “The Thomas Crown Affair” - 1999, 113 mins

June 2  - “Murphy's Romance”  -

2018, 87 mins

June 9  - “Trial by Fire” - 1950, 92 mins

June 16 - “Father Of The Bride”1985, 107 mins

June 23 - “Jersey Boys” - 2014, 134 mins

June 30 - “The Parent Trap” - 1961, 84 mins

Programs

Below is our schedule for Adult Services. More programs and information will be available soon.

Yoga with Kimberly Tuesdays, May 20, May 27, June 3, June 10

7 p.m.–8 p.m. in the Large Meeting Room

Kimberly Mercadante is back with her popular Yoga Series! Join her for a Yoga class for beginners and more. All are welcome! This is a series of eight classes continuing through April..

To register, please register online at gardencitypl.org.   For additional information contact Adult Services at (516)742-8405 ext. 5236 or email speakingofbooks@gardencitypl.org.

Italian Part 2

Fridays, May 23, May 30 11 a.m.–12 p.m. in the

GC Public Library Board to meet

There will be a Regular Meeting of the Board of Library Trustees on Monday, May 19, at 6:30 p.m. in the Library’s large meeting room located on the lower level. The Board will immediately move into Executive Session to discuss a matter of personnel pursuant to section 105(1)(f) of the Open Meetings

Law. At approximately 7:30 p.m., the Library Board will move into a public session to continue the Regular Meeting agenda.

Further details will be posted when available on the Library’s website, www.gardencitypl.org.

Large Meeting Room

Italian - Part 2, taught by Mrs. Lea Brunetti.  This program will pick up where Italian Part 1 left off.  Patrons who did not take Part 1, but have a limited background in Italian,  are welcome to join.

To register, please register online at LibCal at https://gardencitypl.libcal.com/. For additional information contact Adult Services at (516) 742-8405 ext. 5236 or email speakingofbooks@ gardencitypl.org.

May Programs

Chairobics and Strength with Debbie Krzyminski

Wednesdays, May 21, May 28, June 4, June 11, June 18, June 25   12 noon–1 p.m. in the Large Meeting Room

We’re excited to have Debbie back with her wonderful program.  Debbie Krzyminski from Fitness Figures, NY, Inc. will be teaching “Chairobics and Strength.” This program covers strength training, balance, coordination, aerobics and flexibility. Most of the exercises are performed seated in a chair. Equipment will be provided. Feel free to bring your own free weights, if you are comfortable using them. Have water available, wear clothing that you can comfortably move in and be ready to have fun! This is an eight-week session.

Please register online at LibCal at https://gardencitypl.libcal.com/. For additional information contact Adult Services at (516)742-8405 ext. 5236 or email speakingofbooks@gardencitypl. org.

Mah-Jongg (Register for each one separately)

Thursday, May 22, 10 a.m. to noon Thursday, May 8, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday, May 22, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, May 24, 10 a.m. to noon

To register, please register online at LibCal at https://gardencitypl.libcal.

com/. For additional information contact Adult Services at (516)742-8405 ext. 5236 or email speakingofbooks@gardencitypl.org.

Museum Pass Information

Print From Home for Some Passes!

Through the generosity of the Friends of the Garden City Public Library, the Library offers free passes to select museums and cultural institutions. You can make a reservation to borrow a Museum Pass from one of the member institutions in our Museum Pass Program.

Some museum passes are now available to print from home.  If you do not have access to a printer, the library will be happy to print the pass for you. These passes will be good for one day only.

Please note that not all museums participate. Passes for the following museums still need to be picked up at the Library: 9/11 Memorial & Museum, NYC (2 adults & 2 children); Empire Pass, Long Island Children’s Museum, Garden City (2 adults & 2 children); MoMA (the Museum of Modern Art), NYC (5 visitors) and Old Bethpage Village Restoration, Old Bethpage.

The following Library Museum Pass rules remain in effect.

• Museum passes are available only to Garden City Public Library cardholders in good standing who have signed the Museum Pass User Agreement. Museum passes may be reserved in advance and must be checked out by an adult (18 years and older) family member.

• Reservations will be taken up to one month in advance of the desired date, subject to availability on a firstcome, first-served basis. Reservations can be done in person at the Reference Desk or over the phone at 516-742-8405 x5236.

Additional rules and information are available at the library.

News from the Children’s Room

On May 21, children ages birth to 5 years (not in kindergarten) can join Long Island Aardvarks for movement and music.

On May 20, A Time For Kids will have two programs, one at 10:30 a.m., Baby Start for Ages Birth–18 Months, and at 11:15 a.m., Tot’s Morning Out for Ages 2–5 (Not in Kindergarten).

Upcoming  April Library Programs for Children

These programs are for children ages birth through Grade 5. Registration is required. Visit https://www.gardencitypl.org to view our Events on LIBCAL for registration forms for the month of May 2025.

• Saturday, May 17, at 10:00 a.m.: Baby and Me Yoga (4 Weeks –Prewalkers)

• Saturday, May 17, at 11:00 a.m.: Toddler and Me Yoga (18 Months to 5, Not in Kindergarten)

• Saturday, May 17, at 12:00 p.m.: Yoga for Grades K–4

• Monday, May 19, at 10:30 a.m.: Toddler Storytime (18 Months to 3 Years)

• Monday, May 19, at 3:30 p.m.: Mixed Age Storytime (Aages Birth to 5 Years, Not in Kindergarten)

• Tuesday, May 20, at 10:30 a.m.: A Time For Kids: Baby Start (Birth to 18 Months)

• Tuesday, May 20, at 11:15 a.m.: A Time For Kids: Tots

Morning Out (Ages 2 to 5 Years, Not in Kindergarten)

• Tuesday, May 20, at 4:00 p.m.: Tween Tuesday: Video and Board Games (Grades 4–7)

• Wednesday, May 21, at 3:30 p.m.: Long Island Music Aardvarks (Ages Birth to 5 Years, Not in Kindergarten)

• Wednesday, May 28, at 3:15 p.m.: Tiny Songbirds (Birth to 5 Years, Not in Kindergarten)

• Friday, May 30, at 10:30 a.m.: Play Hooray (Birth to 5 Years , Not in Kindergarten)

Unattended Child Policy

It is Library policy that all children under age 11 must be accompanied by a parent or designated responsible person while in the Library. Also, if the young child is attending a Library program, we require the parent or designated responsible person to remain in the Library throughout the program and meet the child upon completion of the program.

Mount Sinai South Nassau is Improving Health Care on the South Shore

The new Fennessy Family Emergency Department at Mount Sinai South Nassau doubles the size of our previous emergency department, o ering 54 private exam rooms with clear lines of sight for physicians, nurses, and support sta . Our new emergency department also o ers a separate triage area, dedicated areas for children and behavioral health patients, and has been designed to reduce wait times and improve patient outcomes.

The Fennessy Family Emergency Department is located within the new Feil Family Pavilion, opening later this year, which will have 40 new critical care suites and nine new operating rooms, designed to support the most complex surgeries on the South Shore.

To learn more visit www.mountsinai.org/feilpavilion

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Friday, May 16,

and corporations to account, and analyzing budgets and legal records with careful precision. I’ll bring that same lens to our district, helping ensure we stay focused on student outcomes—not just good intentions or appearances.

Fourth, collaboration and communication are essential. I’ve served as Chair of the Village Ethics Committee, participated on governance and infrastructure committees, and co-founded a successful local government reform movement that’s helped provide electoral choice and greater voter accountability and focus to the Village. Daily, I build trusting relationships not only with allies, but with adversaries across diverse groups to enable community voices to be heard—and respected.

Fifth, effective boards are data-savvy. In my legal practice, data is not optional—it’s how truth is uncovered, and meaningful progress measured. I won’t shy away from tough numbers on literacy, special education, or budget efficiency. I’ll use them to drive smart, student-oriented policy in partnership with the administration and community groups.

Sixth, aligning resources to district goals is critical. As former chief counsel for a national firm that partnered with state government agencies, I led negotiations and audits that recovered millions in public funds. I know how to manage money wisely and ask the right questions of those tasked with doing the same. We need to stop pouring taxpayer dollars into avoidable spending, instead investing more on instruction, talent, and early intervention.

Seventh, strong boards work as a governance team. I understand the distinction between oversight and micromanagement. I’ll work collaboratively with my fellow trustees and the superintendent while always keeping students at the center of every decision.

Finally, I believe in lifelong learning and development. I regularly engage in professional education and policy training to stay current in education law and governance. I will fully support ongoing board development as well—because just like our students and teachers, we must always keep improving too.

On May 20th, I ask for your vote—not just to fill a seat, but to bring a unique, experienced, data-informed, student-focused perspective that no other current Board member or candidate possesses and from which the Board and our students will undoubtedly benefit. Together, we can have a school system that truly lives up to the excellence our community expects, and our students deserve.

Richard F. Corrao, Esq. Candidate for Garden City Board of Education

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Grateful for support

To the Editor:

In the past nine years as a parent to three children in our schools, I have learned a great deal about how our schools run, what our families value, what our instruction looks like and the changes that have been made to improve the education our children receive. As a former educator, an active volunteer in our parent organizations, and a Board of Education meeting regular, I know I can be an effective member of our board, and a positive contributor to the work that is being done on behalf of all of our children. My focus is on getting results, building relationships, and fulfilling the responsibilities of being a board member.

In the past few weeks, I’ve gotten to speak with many residents about our schools and have learned a great deal about the priorities and perspectives of our families. Parents are concerned about their kids making friends and being included but are also focused on their kids having different opportunities. They want their children to learn to read, write and do math, but they also want the buses and schools to run smoothly. Parents want CSE meetings to feel less “us vs. them” and want more information about special education programing. Conversations like these must be on-going to help inform a board member’s work and bring many experiences to the table. They also help to forge relationships between the board of education and the community, building a stronger team to achieve our goals for the district.

The foundation for all of our work, of course, is getting to work on behalf of all of our Garden City students. To meet the needs of these wonderful children, let’s ensure that our curriculum is based on scientifically sound pedagogy, with evidenced-based practices. Let’s make sure that our children have continued opportunities to excel outside of the classroom, while feeling supported and challenged inside of the classroom. Let’s make sure school is a safe structure and environment for their learning and growing, all while they work to achieve their personal goals for life beyond Garden City schools. These past several weeks have been an education unto themselves for me. I am grateful to those who have shown their support and thankful for all of the lessons I have learned about this process (and myself) along the way. All that’s left for me to do now is say: Please go vote on May 20th at Garden City High School. Please support the budget and cast your votes for myself, Erin Debrich, and my fellow candidate, Debra Cupani to fill the two open seats on the Board of Education.

Thank you so much.

Skill, passion, and integrity

To the Editor:

As somebody who has volunteered and sat on the dais in service of our community, I know what it takes to make positive changes and keep things running. I also know Rich Corrao and know him to be a man of skill, passion, and integrity. As a parent and taxpayer he’s got my vote for Garden City Board of Ed. I urge you to join me in your support for the greater good of our schools.

Larry Marciano, Former Village Trustee

Leadership that listens

To the Editor:

We are proud to support Debra Cupani and Erin Debrich for the Garden City Board of Education—and we urge our neighbors to vote Row B on May 20th.

What unites Deb and Erin is not just their experience, but their deep-rooted commitment to building a stronger, more responsive school district—one that supports all students through smart policy, meaningful communication, and compassionate leadership.

Debra Cupani brings nearly 30 years of classroom experience, along with the perspective of a parent who has lived the Garden City school journey. As a dedicated mother of two boys—one a Garden City graduate who just earned his degree from Syracuse University, and the younger, a junior at GCHS and Division 1 committed lacrosse player—Deb understands the full arc of a student’s journey here. She knows firsthand how powerful it is when a district gets it right. But she also knows where we can do better: less emphasis on teaching to the test, more focus on the Portrait of a Graduate and the complete, individualized experience each student deserves.

I have had the pleasure of knowing Erin for the last five years in our leadership roles in the PTA and SEPTA. Erin Debrich offers a vital and personal perspective as a longtime advocate and parent of two children who’ve received special education services. As former SEPTA President, she didn’t just highlight problems—she solved them. Erin launched SEPTA Connect, pairing new special education families with seasoned mentors. She has concrete priorities: improve transparency, strengthen trust, track outcomes, and ensure our educators have the training and tools to meet every student’s needs. Her leadership and lived experience are exactly what our district needs right now.

Together, Deb and Erin stand for results, relationships, and responsibility. They want to build on what works in Garden City, not tear it down. They listen, they lead, and they care.

On May 20th, vote for Debra Cupani and Erin Debrich—vote Row B for thoughtful, student-centered leadership.

Donna Kraus It’s time for a change

To the Editor:

Erin Debrich

I am grateful to have called Deb my friend for the last 15 years. Deb’s commitment to this community runs deep. She has served on the PTA Executive Committee, as Stratford School Director, and on countless PTA committees. She’s held leadership roles on the Boards of Friends of Music and Friends of STEM, taught CCD at St. Joseph’s Church for a decade, led a Cub Scout den, served as President of the Garden City Nursery School, and chaired many of its committees. She’s also contributed to the Garden City News, covering both sports and PTA initiatives. Her family has proudly participated in nearly every aspect of Garden City life—from Thunder and Centennials to GCAA Basketball, GC Youth Lacrosse, GC Roller Hockey, Lego Robotics, Scouts, Varsity Football, Wrestling, Lacrosse, High School Musicals, Chorus, NYSSMA, and Nationals. She’s always been the first to raise her hand when help is needed.

I am writing in support of Board of Education candidates Richard Corrao and Dr. Dinorah DellaCamera. My family moved to Garden City in 2009 because we were a top performing school district. I have four boys that are in the Class of 2021, 2023, 2027 and 2031 and I have seen the quality of instruction significantly take a downturn for my youngest child in 6th grade. We used to be known for our high standards and high quality instruction. Over the last 5 years we have traded in book reports for post it notes, vocab books for organic learning, students reading books out loud in class to the teacher doing a Read Aloud, watching videos over teacher instruction, and students staring at chrome books all day with access to Google Read and Write. (Lightspeed Systems sends an email every week on Sunday with the data) “Link It” a new software that some teachers are piloting now enables all students to use AI and have test/quiz questions and answer choices read out loud to them. (Daily gym an elective that doesn’t use a chrome book and is beneficial to the health and well being of our children is now being removed from the MS schedule next year.)

We have deemphasized quality proven structural methods for reading and writing with fad and vibe based learning trends that are not supported by any evidence that they work. In fact our own data shows the opposite they don’t work.

The present 6th graders were in 1st grade when the schools shut down for Covid and when the students entered

2nd grade the GC Mean in Reading for the Fall 2020 was 89%. While our children were in school full time the GC Mean on the NWEA in Reading started to decline in 2nd grade and then continued to decline in 3rd, 4th and 5th grade. The GC Mean on the NWEA in Reading for the Class of 2031 went from 89% in 2nd grade (Fall 2020 ) to 62% by the Spring of 2024 (5th grade). Students who score below 60% on the NWEA are in danger of scoring a 1 or a 2 on the NY State ELA exam which is failing. The Class of 2031 had 57 Gen Ed students and 25 Students with Disabilities score a 1 or 2 on the State ELA exam in 5th grade. When the percentage of students failing is this high it is a curriculum problem.

The replacement of GC’s homegrown ELA curriculum with two main core instructional materials and programs used for ELA Teacher’s College Units of Study and Fountas and Pinnell when both programs and materials were both rated “does not meet the standards by Ed Reports” is why students are not doing well on the State ELA exam. These programs have had a negative impact on all Gen ed and Special ed students in our District. The lack of direct instruction has translated into a lack of rigor and lowering of standards throughout all the Gen ed classrooms. Foundational skills must be solid in order to advance in higher learning. Currently our grade level means on the NWEA exams in Reading are not where they should be. On the Fall 24 NWEA Reading exam 101 students in 6th grade scored below 60%, 150 students in 5th grade scored below 60%, 141students in 4th grade scored below 60%, 111 Students in 3rd grade scored below 60% and 137 students in 2nd grade scored below 60%.

Students would do a lot better if we go back to the basics and stop encouraging fab based learning and using measures that are not measurable. How are our kids going to do on the SAT/ACT? Why were the Sadlier Vocabulary books (it covers all the Vocabulary standards for the State ELA exam) in grades 4 through 8 removed from the curriculum?

Our children deserve instruction that is consistent with evidence based best standards that has been shown to produce the highest gains for the majority of all learners. Implementing Teacher’s College Units of Study was a mistake financially for all taxpayers and academically for our children. It’s time to change The Garden City Comprehensive Approach to Literacy and remove Teacher’s College Units of Study and F&P from our ELA curriculum.

I am voting for Dr. Dinorah Della Camera and Rich Corrao because they are the only candidates that understand and have the expertise in the Science of Reading and Special Education to

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reverse the trend and increase student achievement for all learners. A vote for Dinorah and Rich is putting students first and holding leadership accountable to ensure the same mistakes aren’t repeated year after year at the expense of our students and tax payers.

Debra Dengler

Why I’m supporting Deb Cupani

To the Editor:

By nature and by heart, Deb Cupani is an educator. For nearly 30 years, she’s stood in front of classrooms filled with curious minds—teaching every grade from Pre-K through fifth. She’s not running for the Board of Education to begin fighting for students; she’s been doing that her entire life.

Others have laid out goals that are undeniably important—supporting special education, improving literacy, wisely allocating resources, holding leadership accountable, and ensuring transparency. But Deb Cupani shares these priorities and brings something deeply essential to the conversation: the perspective of someone who has actually lived these challenges from inside the classroom and inside the home.

Deb doesn’t just know what it’s like to support struggling readers—she’s done it, one child at a time, building confidence and skill through targeted instruction, patience, and compassion. She doesn’t need to imagine how curriculum changes affect students—she’s navigated those changes for decades and adapted with grace and proven results. She doesn’t theorize about how to reduce conflict between families and schools—she has sat in CSE and IST meetings and worked collaboratively to find solutions that put children first.

As a dedicated mother of two boys, one a Garden City graduate, who also just graduated from Syracuse University, and the youngesr, a junior at GCHS and Division 1 committed athlete for lacrosse—both successful, well-rounded, and thriving—Deb understands the full arc of a student’s journey here. She knows firsthand how powerful it is when a district gets it right. But she also knows where we can do better: less emphasis on teaching to the test, more focus on the Portrait of a Graduate and the complete, individualized experience each student deserves.

Where some talk about holding leadership accountable, Deb brings a nuanced approach—supporting teachers, building trust between schools and families, and creating systems that empower, not penalize. Where others emphasize conflict or litigation, Deb offers collaboration, prevention, and early intervention—because she’s lived through both the cost and the value of getting it right the first time.

She also recognizes that while it’s nice to be “#1,” the true measure of a

district isn’t found in test scores alone. It’s found in the daily experience of the students—the arts they explore, the sports that teach them teamwork, the support systems that help them grow emotionally and socially.

Deb believes in high standards, fiscal responsibility, and smart hiring. But she also believes in the soul of a school—the relationships that power learning and the trust that holds it all together. Her long record of volunteerism in Garden City, her work in literacy and reading intervention, her leadership in local education initiatives—all speak to a candidate who is not running on ambition, but on deep-rooted service.

In short: Deb Cupani doesn’t need to learn how school systems work. She’s lived it. She doesn’t need to prove her commitment to Garden City families. She is one of those families. And she doesn’t need to promise that she’ll listen—she’s been doing that for 30 years, with every student, parent, and colleague who’s ever sat across from her.

That’s why I believe Deb Cupani is the right choice for our School Board. She’s not just qualified—she’s grounded, experienced, and ready to lead with heart and wisdom.

Let’s put educators where educational decisions are made. Vote Deb Cupani and Erin Debrich.

Shawn Cohen

Wonderful candidate

To the Editor:

Rich Corrao will be a wonderful school board trustee. As the leader of,and spokesman for, Revamp, Rich was instrumental in the Merillon Avenue LIRR Station renewal. I worked with Rich on various aspects of the renewal project and Rich’s perserverance and dedication to improving the village were consistently evident. When I was a Village Trustee and Chair of the Traffic Commission, Rich made many thoughtful suggestions as his focus on improving the village and pedestrian safety never wavered. I urge you to vote for Rich Corrao on May 20. Rich’s passion for the village and career working in education law will be of great benefit to the school board.

Charles Kelly

Will work constructively

To the Editor:

As a former science teacher and a Garden City parent of two children in our middle and high school, I feel compelled to add a broader perspective to the current conversation about our schools and the numbers some candidates are choosing to emphasize. First and foremost, we must remember that these “numbers” being cherry-picked represent children—real students, ages 8 to 14—doing their best on a test. Children. Let’s not place the burden of “property

values are going to plummet” squarely on their small shoulders. That’s what it feels like is happening.

Other high-performing peer districts have seen their ELA scores decline over the past three years—and so have the state and national averages. The reality is that Garden City is weathering this storm better than many. Like districts across Long Island and the nation, we are taking a closer look at our literacy work. This is not a conversation unique to Garden City—it’s a broader issue in education that schools across the state are thoughtfully working to address, as reflected in Governor Hochul’s recent Back to Basics Reading Plan.

To move forward, this work requires true collaboration—among parents, teachers, administrators, and board members who are ready to lead with integrity and cooperation. That’s why candidates like Erin Debrich and Erin Cupani are so important. They have the ability to work constructively with our district leadership, ask meaningful questions, and help guide initiatives with a shared commitment to student growth. It also means looking beyond a single test score, analyzing multiple data points, reflecting on instruction, and using evidence-based practices to meet the needs of all learners. One number never tells the whole story. And many of our neighboring districts have a higher percentage of students who opt out of testing, which also influences overall outcomes and comparisons.

But school is not just about test scores. And again, this is where I believe Debra Cupani and Erin Debrich stand out as the strongest candidates for our Board of Education positions. They are thinking about the whole child—and about all of our children. They understand that creating rich, joyful school experiences means investing in more than literacy and special education alone. We must continue to grow opportunities in the arts, music, technology, and athletics. Our community values a well-rounded education, and that means supporting learning both in and out of the classroom. Joy in learning matters. School should be a place of creativity, connection, and inspiration—not just preparation for a test.

Our district isn’t perfect, no district is, but it has made meaningful progress over the years. Sharing numbers without context is misleading. Our community deserves a complete picture. I believe Erin and Debra are the candidates who understand this, and who will help the Board of Education move our schools forward in thoughtful, inclusive, and child-centered ways. Please share this message with your friends and neighbors and join me in supporting Debra Cupani and Erin Debrich on May 20th.

Christina Josling See page 46

Fights for what’s right

To the Editor:

May 16,

We would like to recommend Rich Correa for a position on the GC Board of Ed.  We know Rich through his advocacy work in Revamp, FABGC, and the Casino fight.  Rich has served well in many roles, both as tireless volunteer, and as a founder and leader.  Rich brings passion and tenacity when fighting for what’s right, and always has the best interests of the Village at heart. Rich is an intelligent and strategic thinker, and has a wonderful ability to communicate with others while writing and speaking.  Rich is courageous, and does not hesitate to speak the truth in a difficult situation.  Rich is an attorney specializing in education - - exactly the kind of professional background that we need right now on the Board of Ed. Calm and cool under pressure, and we expect that as a trustee, Rich’s problem solving approach will be thoughtful and professional.  Rich wants to work with the rest of the Board to bring our test scores back to where they should be, and we believe that he will!  We encourage our fellow residents to vote for Rich Corrao for Board of Ed.

Kevin & Monica Kiely

A clear vision

To the Editor:

I look forward to voting for Rich Corrao for Board of Education Trustee on May 20th. I have gotten to know Rich over the last five years and recognize how lucky we are to have him as a candidate. Anyone who has met Rich will see immediately how incredibly passionate he is about our Village and our schools. Rich is knowledgeable about the work required of these positions and is ready to dive in to make sure our district is the best it can be. It is smart, passionate, and hard working volunteers like Rich that have helped our schools to be successful, and we all know that great schools is a large part of what draws young families to the Village. A clear vision and a willingness to work hard and collaboratively for excellence are the critical skills Rich will bring to the Board of Education.

Mary Carter Flanagan

Improving trust, efficiency, and compassion

To the Editor:

Our schools are meant to serve students, and yet in Garden City, the system is failing them while wasting seemingly limitless taxpayer dollars in the process. I will no longer stay silent as our school system lets down both our students and our taxpayers. That is why I’m supporting Richard Corrao for Garden City Board of Education.

I see that over about a 3.5 year peri-

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od, the district spent millions on special education legal fees just fighting parents instead of providing the early, evidence-based help that could have prevented these issues in the first place. I am tired of watching the district set our money on fire, as I too attended Garden City schools from GC Nursery all the way through my graduation from the high school. I want our children today to have the same opportunities I enjoyed then, minus a few wild parties (maybe)!

Instead of costly waste, Rich wants our district to invest resources where they belong: Classrooms, support services, and better outcomes for all students. This is not just good policy, it is common sense. Rich also knows this isn’t just an education issue-- it’s a community issue. When the district spends nearly $2 million in legal fees fighting parents, we all lose. Our children lose precious time, and our taxpayers foot the bill.

Electing Richard Corrao is about more than improving special education, it’s about improving trust, efficiency, and compassion in our school system. It’s about reducing costly legal battles and insisting on early action and sound teaching that lifts all learners.

Rich is committed to rethinking how our schools serve students, starting with stronger, research-backed instruction, quicker intervention for struggling learners, and a more transparent, family-friendly approach to evaluations.

Garden City families and taxpayers deserve better than a system that delays, resists, and litigates. We deserve a board member like Richard Corrao who will put students and taxpayers first. It’s either that or we’ll next be looking at private funding for the Zoolander Center for Kids Who Can’t Read Good.

Vote Richard Corrao (Row A) on May 20th at Garden City High School.

Suzey Samuels

GC Schools need Corrao

To the Editor:

Like so many of us, my family moved to Garden City dreaming of the ideal school experience – that simple picture of dropping off a happy Kindergartener and, years later, picking up a confident graduate ready for a great college, thanks to an exceptional Garden City education. While I knew it wouldn’t be quite that simple, I never imagined the reality we’d face: an administration that often feels more like an adversary than a partner, seemingly more focused on fighting parents than fostering learning. It’s disheartening to know millions were spent on litigation against families seeking appropriate support for their kids. While my own child has been lucky to have some truly wonderful, dedicated teachers, the combativeness from administrators has been deeply

frustrating.

This isn’t just about policy; it’s about the heart of our community and the future of our children. We desperately need a fundamental change in leadership and approach on our Board of Education. And from my own personal experience, I know, that Richard Corrao is truly equipped to lead that change.

I haven’t just read about Richard; I’ve stood with him, fighting to protect the character of our Garden City neighborhoods from powerful outside interests. I saw his tenacity, his sharp thinking, and his unwavering commitment to what’s right for residents. I worked alongside him pushing for the kind of open, accountable governance that builds trust – something sorely lacking recently.

But nothing convinced me more of Richard’s unique fitness for the Board of Education than witnessing his passionate advocacy for Garden City’s students. Seeing him directly challenge the current administration, asking the tough questions others wouldn’t, and demanding better for our kids – that showed me he possesses the courage, the clarity, and the deep-seated commitment we need right now. He doesn’t just talk about change; he actively works for it, even when it’s difficult.

The concerns voiced by other parents in recent letters echo my own experiences – our schools aren’t consistently meeting the needs of all students, and families feel unheard and unsupported. Richard understands this intimately. His belief and focus on early intervention shows he understands how to build success from the ground up. And his demand for accountability is precisely what’s needed to shift the administration’s priorities back to education. Richard fundamentally gets it: support the families, and our students will thrive.

We need more than just a new face on the Board; we need a proven advocate, a strategic thinker, and a leader unafraid to hold the system accountable. Richard Corrao is that leader. He has the experience, the dedication, and the specific skills required to restore trust and drive our schools back toward excellence for every child.

This election on May 20th is critical. I wholeheartedly urge my fellow Garden City residents to join me in voting for Richard Corrao. Let’s elect the leader who will genuinely champion our children and work tirelessly to rebuild a school district we can all be proud of again.

John Cantwell

Deserve your vote on May 20th

To the Editor:

It’s not often that you get to see an outstanding team perfectly in sync with what we need —but Tuesday night,

I witnessed the most compelling and impactful presentation I’ve ever seen regarding the state of our schools and what must be done to fix them.

In a concise, focused, and data-driven session, Rich Corrao and Dr. Dinorah Dellacamera clearly outlined why our school system is failing our children— and just as importantly, why they are the right leaders to turn it around.

Time and again, they pointed to the persistent, costly, and avoidable mistakes that continue to plague our school administration:

• Outdated and ineffective education models still in daily use

• Consultants who produce little to no improvement in student outcomes

• A school administration that remains tone deaf to serious, systemic problems

Rich Corrao is a passionate, tireless advocate for children. His expertise in Education Law ensures that students receive the services and opportunities they are entitled to—and deserve. He’s a common-sense problem-solver who brings both knowledge and action to the table.

Dr. Dellacamera offers something we desperately need: data-informed analysis and strategic planning that can drive measurable results. Her assessment of the current administration’s failings was clear, thorough, and deeply informed. Even more impressive—she has a detailed plan to fix what’s broken.

If you’re concerned about:

• Our school rankings sinking year after year

• Declining performance in reading, literacy, and math

• Increased spending with diminishing returns for our children

Then you already know what’s at stake.

If you want change—real, thoughtful, results-driven change—then vote for Rich Corrao and Dr. Dinorah Dellacamera on Tuesday, May 20th.

Your and my children deserve nothing less.

Richard Williams

Talented, energetic, and informed

To the Editor:

I am pleased to offer my support to Rich Corrao to be elected to the Board of Education. He is a talented, energetic, and informed advocate for change who would be an incredibly positive addition to the BOE.

Back in 2020, when the MTA used the COVID lockdowns as a convenient time to erect 120’ monster poles in the Estates section—in contravention of its explicit commitments made in the 2017 Final Environmental Impact Statement and the 2018 Memorandum of Understanding with the Village—a small group of residents came together to defend the rights and concerns of

impacted households.

Rich Corrao was one of the leaders to help establish ReVAMP (Resident Voters Against Monster Poles), which successfully activated assistance from the Town of Hempstead (ToH) in speaking out against these intrusions and violations. Rich was voted to be the President of the group, given his relentless pursuit of justice for impacted residents. He engaged with members of our Board of Trustees, staffers for ToH Supervisor Don Clavin, and others to hold rallies to build awareness and momentum for protecting our community.

Rich offered eloquent and detailed interviews to members of the media to spotlight the quality-of-life impacts imposed on Garden City residents by the MTA and its subcontractors—from noise and light pollution to building materials left for months at a time on GC land/streets/parks to the elimination of green space available to our families.

He continued to work with subsequent mayors, trustees, volunteers, and various commissions to ensure that promised repairs, project changes, and remediation went forward to alleviate the burdens borne by Estates area residents.

I have been impressed with Rich’s consistent vocal advocacy for our students in Board of Education meetings and in his letters to the editor. As an education attorney, he understands the importance of early intervention, special needs education, and evidence-based instructional methods that lead to better outcomes. As a parent of children in the school district, he has a vested interest in Garden City returning to its leadership position in student achievement and rankings. He promises to adhere to fiscal responsibility and greater accountability.

Garden City is an amazing community with much to offer families and residents. Patience is not an option when our community’s most valuable assets—our children—fall behind and face diminished future opportunities. We cannot afford to have misplaced priorities. More than any building, more than any sports team, more than any budget item, Garden City needs to place Students First. Please vote for Rich Corrao and Dinorah DellaCamera for the GC Board of Education on May 20.

James Kumpel

Best person for the job

To the Editor:

My wife and I moved to Garden City 27 years ago. One of the main reasons was that our school district was among the best in the state. I believe our four children benefited from the strength of our schools. It helped them get into excellent colleges.

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I was alarmed to read that not one of Garden City’s elementary schools was near the top in a number of recent rankings of elementary schools in Nassau County. In fact none of our elementary schools were in the top twenty. This is unacceptable. Parents that I have talked to that have young children in our schools are deeply concerned. This is not what they expected when they moved to Garden City.

I have had the pleasure of knowing Rich Correo for over five years. Our relationship started when the LIRR in building the third track destroyed the area near our homes in the Northern Estates. When we were unsuccessful in getting help from our Village officials, Rich and six others of us started REVAMP( Resident Voters Against Monster Poles). Rich was our vocal leader who organized rallies and invited local officials to speak. He spoke with passion against what the LIRR was doing.

I firmly believe that Rich Correo will bring that same passion and dedication to our schools as a member of our Board of Education. He is an excellent attorney whose main focus has been as an advocate for the education of our children. He is a parent who wants the best for his children and the children of Garden City. Rich regularly attends Board of Education meetings so he is well aware of what needs to be done to get our school district back to its prominence as one of the best school districts in the state. He has made numerous recommendations to the current Board. Rich needs the opportunity to put those recommendations into action.

I urge you on Tuesday May 20th to vote for Rich Correo and his running mate Dr. Dinorah DellaCamera.

Bruce Chester

Choose courage, kindness, and competence

To the Editor:

I am writing not only as a Garden City resident and parent, but as the proud wife of Rich Corrao, who is running for a seat on the Board of Education. While I may be biased, I also know Rich better than anyone—and I believe our community deserves to know the kind of person he is.

Rich is fiercely loyal, Godfearing, and a man of grit and unwavering integrity. Even though he quite often speaks his mind, he truly does not seek attention or accolades. He shows up. He listens. He does the hard work, because to him, the proper aim and getting it right are what matter.

He’s an amazing dad to our own two children, but for years, I have also watched him advocate fiercely for other students and families—whether in his legal work supporting children, helping kids and families pro bono, or volun-

teering behind the scenes to build a better, more responsive and accountable school system and local government here in Garden City. He has always led by example, not for politics or control, but because he believes deeply in doing what’s right even when it’s not easy or may cost him. I’ve never met anyone quite like him in these regards. When Rich sees a problem to solve, he dives in wholehearted—never half.

What ultimately makes Rich different is his rare combination of steely determination and empathy. A true Libra, he is the kind of person who will unfortunately lose sleep trying to weigh and make the best decision for all students—not just some. He values transparency, fairness, and collaboration. He will also ask hard questions, challenge the status quo when needed, and refuse to rubber-stamp decisions that don’t serve kids, families, and taxpayers well. He respects teachers (he’s married to one!) and knows that when we support them and invest in them, we give every student a real chance to succeed.

In a race where voters are presented with clear choices, I hope our community will choose courage, kindness, and competence. My husband is ready to serve because he believes in our kids, our schools, and our future. I could not be prouder of him and know you will be too. Please vote May 20th for Rich Corrao.

Megan Corrao

Built to be a school trustee

To the Editor:

It is with pride that I write this letter in support of my colleague, Rich Corrao. He is the school board trustee that Garden City needs right now. As a trustee in my own neighboring district, I can attest that the role of school board trustee requires more than attendance at board meetings and voting; it takes patience, vision, unwavering commitment to the best interests of children, and the ability to carefully evaluate information to determine the best way forward.

Working alongside Rich, I’ve seen how he handles incredibly complex problems to resolution with thoughtfulness and clarity. Rich is incredibly organized, detail-oriented, results-driven, and never loses sight of the bigger picture. His work ethic is second to no one. Whether he is listening to a concerned parent or preparing a case for hearing, he always brings his full attention and care. These are exactly the kinds of skills Garden City needs to help lead your schools to greater heights. Beyond his professional skills, Rich is truly a great person. I’ve seen his clients become friends because he cares. He is kind, warm, and compassionate. Rich treats everyone in his orbit with equal respect, taking care to mentor

young attorneys in a way that he hopes will make them better than he, the mark of a true leader in my opinion.

I also happen to know just how much he loves Garden City: for one thing, he prominently displays on his office wall a framed painting bought at a charity depicting the old Garden City Hotel and lights up every time the topic is raised. Without question, Rich is dedicated to the community where he has made his home.

Having lived the role of trustee, I know the demands of the job and the impact our decisions have on children and taxpayers. Rich is not only qualified for the role; he is built for it given his grounding, judiciousness, compassion, and willingness to make a positive difference.

I’m very proud to support my colleague and friend Rich Corrao for the Garden City Board of Education, and I encourage you to do the same.

Nicole Venditti, Esq., Board of Education Trustee and Colleague

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If you walk by Rich Corrao’s house after school, there’s a good chance you’ll see my kids in his yard or gathered in his kitchen. That’s just how it is—he treats them like his own, and his home has become a second home to them. As a mother of four children in the district and a teacher myself, I can’t express how much that kind of neighbor means to me.

But Rich isn’t just a great friend and neighbor—he’s also one of the smartest, most determined people I know. Through countless conversations around my kitchen table, I’ve seen firsthand how deeply he cares about Garden City. I’ve watched him attend Board of Education meetings and stay engaged behind the scenes—always listening carefully, asking thoughtful questions, and striving to understand the full picture before offering his perspective. Rich has already contributed so much to our community in meaningful ways. Now, he’s ready to step up for our schools at a time when strong leadership is truly needed. I have no doubt he’ll work tirelessly, think critically, and always keep our children’s best interests at heart. That’s why my husband and I are proud to support Rich Corrao.

Jenna Corbett

Deeply committed

To the Editor:

I am writing this letter in enthusiastic support of Rich Corrao and his candidacy for the Garden City Board of Education. My husband and I have been

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lucky to call Rich our neighbor and friend for years and have consistently been inspired by his passion for education and community service.

Rich’s ability to listen, collaborate, and act with fairness makes him uniquely qualified for this role. He is deeply committed to ensuring that every student has access to a high-quality, inclusive education that meets the needs of diverse learners. Rich is an honest and generous individual who makes you feel your voice matters regardless of whether he agrees with you.

As a mom with 2 kids in the community I know how important it is to have people on the board who understand what families are going through. I’ve seen firsthand how Rich advocates for students, supports teachers, and prioritizes transparency and accountability. Whether he is volunteering in the community, engaging in educational initiatives, or simply showing up to support our schools, Rich leads with both heart and insight.

I firmly believe that Rich will be a strong, principled voice on the school board—someone who listens to all stakeholders and makes decisions based on what is best for students and families. Our district would benefit tremendously from his leadership.

I am all in for Rich, and I hope you’ll join me in voting for him on May 20th. Our schools—and our children— deserve a dedicated advocate like him.

Jenny & Paras Shah

Will put students first

To the Editor:

I’m writing this letter to recommend the families in Garden City to vote for Richard Corrao. I am a teacher who has had the privilege and opportunity to know Rich for the last several years. I have been an educator for 15 years, serving in different roles. Rich walked alongside my family during some of our most challenging times. In my son’s first grade school year, Rich became part of our family’s educational journey. For two years, he assisted in providing reasonable suggestions to us as a family and to the school district.

My experience with Rich allows me to speak with confidence in saying, Rich understands the roles within a school and the importance of them all. He knows what a district needs to effectively to best support students. Rich always asks questions to make sure all students feel safe and welcome. He understands teachers do not always have the right training, materials and support. He can also identify some of the administrative hurdles that staff needed to go through to best support those in their classroom. Rich has an understanding of curric-

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ulum, methodologies, and how to best create a system of support from the top down. Rich demonstrates organization and structure. He also has a beautiful balance of compassion and care.

The district will no doubt have the support to enhance its curriculum and instruction with Rich on your side. He will always put students first.

Mrs. Murray

Will bring positive change

To the Editor:

We’ve known Rich Corrao for years— as a neighbor, a friend, and someone our whole family genuinely trusts and respects. He’s the kind of person who always has time for others, whether it’s lending a hand, listening without judgment, or simply being a steady, thoughtful presence. His professional experience as a lawyer specializing in education provides a unique perspective and an immensely valuable level of expertise.

What we most admire about Rich is his advocacy, not just for his own children but for all students. We’ve seen firsthand that Rich is a person of high integrity and character. Rich leads with kindness and conviction. He will do the right thing even if it is not the easy thing and there’s no question in our minds that he’ll bring that same heart and commitment to the school board.

We’re proud to support him and excited to see the positive change he’ll help bring to our schools.

Doug and Kristy Bernstein Casino call to action

To the Editor:

After months of silence and an announcement about LV Sands “pulling out” on their casino project, are our Town and County governments now looking to “bum-rush” their approvals of the zoning changes needed for the casino and the draft environmental impact statement (DEIS)? It would seem sothe DEIS is on the County Legislature calendar for Monday May 19, while the Town of Hempstead has the zoning change hearings scheduled for May 27. If this is news to you, that’s by design - only those who check government calendars or read agendas regularly become aware of these things. Both of these events are opportunities to let our legislators, councilmen, and Supervisor know your thoughts about the mega-casino planned for the hub. The Nassau Legislature meeting is Monday May 19 at 1 p.m.; the Hempstead Town hearings are at the Town Hall on May 27th at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Attendance in-person sends a strong message, but Emails, phone calls and letters are also effective options. The ill-conceived casino is not yet a dead-deal, let your political leaders know that it’s time to cut our losses

and move ahead with one of the many proposed plans for the site that we can prosper from and be proud of.

George Krug

Pick a number, any number

To the Editor:

I have been reviewing the St. Paul’s survey that was mailed out recently to all taxpaying property owners and renters but only if you happen to be on the BOT mailing list.

What I cannot understand is how Trustee Muldoon was able to formulate the numbers corresponding to Option A at $68 million, Option B at $83 million, and Option C at $35 million which appear on the mailed surveys. I realize that these are considered “ballpark figures” but these are the only figures we have to vote on, even though there are reports for public viewing that do not agree with these survey numbers.

I would still like to know how these initial totals were acquired, listed, and calculated for the surveys. There are three ballpark surveys with 2 of them consisting of part 1 with 64 pages and part 2 with 30 pages to be found on the Village website. The third one is a chart entitled:  St. Paul’s Projects -approximate ballpark costs on the same site. Even with all this information, including past engineering reports, I am still at a loss as to how the totals that appear on the final mailed surveys were calculated and so are the former Mayor and other concerned residents.

What do these mailed survey numbers include and more importantly what are they missing? For example: Do they include both hard, all soft costs, all possible contingencies, and interest payments on a 15 and/or 30-year multi-million-dollar bond? Please explain why past analogies including current abatement costs and the CMA report on principal and interest payment figures are far from agreeing with any of these ballpark numbers regarding total potential costs for now and for years to come.

I believe that this survey was created as a false narrative to sway the general public into believing that preservation in some form is the only option for St. Paul’s.

Bob Orosz

St. Paul’s building cacoethes!

To the Editor:

A brief review of some deceptions from advocates of Preservation:

1. misrepresentations by St Paul’s Committee, (2022-Mar.2023 implying structural sound walls means cheap, easy, fast adaptive reuse

2. Mar, 2023 low ball $49.5M cost budget base UPON low ball contingencies, no soft costs, 80% of windows merely covered with plywood, only a small % of true ABATEMENT COSTS- Covert

interference with Westerman, no residents were told the $50,000,000 was artificial cap (budget) on costs.

3. Oct. 10, 2023 illegal senior exemption touted before POLL and elections, becoming part of 2024 POA Election platform.

4. low ball Alliance $400 per yr resident that even Trustee Muldoon has walked away from.

5. 2023 to date lack of feasibility of Conservancy due to misrepresentations as to cost benefits and ultimate village financial responsibility.

6. misstatements a).regarding the cost of facade concept with cost of building behind facade literally doubling from $60,000,000 to $120,000,000 overnight with no rational explanation and b).the resulting appearance of a facade plus new rec structure appearance and “look”.

7. 2022 Town Halls continuing thru recent Trustee Muldoon comments; misstatements as to impact of demolition(erroneous statements as to dangers of demolition process and that it would close the fields for months, with claims that soccer practices to be “held in Guam” according to Estates POA officer.

8. unsubstantiated false conclusions by St Paul’s Alliance about poll results, claiming that adaptive reuse “won” in a nonbinding , unranked POLL (expect more spin after the Survey results come out).

9. Oct. 25, 2024 rejection by 6 current Trustees of BCI recommended survey draft #8 which included demolition and facade as options; Nov. 2024 contentious responses by same Board members to Mayor Flanagan’s urging that final form survey be finalized soon. The March 2025 Survey#27 finally determined by same 6 Trustees (5 months later) mailed to residents on or after April 4 over a period of many, yet determined weeks while initially requesting all responses be submitted within three weeks.

9. Feb, 10, March 8, 2025 inept, uncoordinated, misleading Town Hall presentations ( TH I & II varied dramatically as to content without prior notification to residents), with failure to document cost estimates, inadequate 10% contingency and late and inadequate documentation despite Trustee Muldoon repeated promises. Trustee Muldoon’s impossible guarantee statements as to adhering to any project budget, inconsistent itemization of cost items, inconsistent and confusing changes in estimates over time.

10. speculative assumptions as to impact of obtaining 30 year debt financing, but potential limitations and strings attached to granting extension not addressed.

11. Board errors in distribution of survey while characterizing such as only “a clerical error”. Was leaving out condo/ co-ops intentional? Wyndham residents

'Dinosaurs: Fossils Exposed' opens at LI Children's Museum

Raptor-ous applause all around for the latest interactive STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) exhibit at Long Island Children’s Museum (LICM). The Museum is predicting visitors will have a roar-some time this summer as they step back in time to explore Dinosaurs: Fossils Exposed. The exhibit, sponsored by Bank of America, will be in residence at LICM from May 17 to August 31, 2025.

Dinosaurs: Fossils Exposed provides an in-depth look at the giant prehistoric creatures that once roamed the Earth. Often, with dinosaur exhibits, the crucial background information is overshadowed by the sheer majesty of these massive animals. Dinosaurs: Fossils Exposed ensures that education and excitement are always at the center of the visitor experience, while dispelling common misconceptions and engaging young and old visitors alike with handson interactive exhibits. Guests get up close views of life-size skulls, arms, feet and everything in between.

Visitors can view and touch six full dinosaur skeletal molds including a Triceratops, Tyrannosaurus Rex and Velociraptor. There are additional molds of skulls, arms, legs, eggs, footprints and even a 6-foot-1-inch Apatosaurus femur. Visitors will be able to work through a timeline matching game and enjoy a dig box where they can use paleontology tools to unearth dinosaur bones.

“Dinosaurs: Fossils Exposed offers visitors an unforgettable opportunity as they see and touch these prehistoric giants,” explained LICM President Erika Floreska. “The exhibit, coupled with the Museum’s public programming and exhibit enhancements, brings the excitement of paleontology to life.” Floreska notes that the Museum has the perfect partner in Bank of America to create an exciting summer for visitors. “LICM and Bank of America are excited to give young explorers the opportunity to dig deeper into the science, history and fun surrounding dinosaurs; making

learning an exciting, hands-on experience for every child!"

For more than a decade, Bank of America has collaborated with the Museum to bring educational opportunities to Long Islanders and serve local communities. In 2024, Bank of America named the Museum one of its Long Island Neighborhood Builders, awarding the Museum $200,000 in flexible funding and providing leadership training. This grant, awarded over two years, is helping the Museum strengthen local communities by expanding access to programming connecting children and families to important services. Through the bank’s Museums on Us program, the Museum also offers free admission to Bank of America cardholders during the first full weekend of each month.

“The Long Island Children’s Museum’s innovative programs, educational resources, engaging exhibits and dedication to the community has

been the foundation of our partnership for more than a decade,” said Marc Perez, president, Bank of America Long Island. “We look forward to bringing the magic and natural wonder of Dinosaurs: Fossils Exposed to the Island this spring and summer.”

The Museum is adding several hands-on activities to the exhibit to enhance visitor engagement, including the opportunity to build their own dinosaurs using foam bones and put on costumes and grab tools to pose for pictures with a mascot character or in a scenic photo op landscape.

The exhibit features four immersive areas, tailored to specific types of play, including physical, social, inquisitive and creative. These areas include:

Dig Like a Paleontologist

• Use real paleontologist tools to uncover dinosaur bones at our dig site. Learn how fossils are discovered and

what they tell us about the past!

Meet the Dinosaurs

• Get up close to full-size replicas of dinosaurs, from the powerful Triceratops to the speedy Velociraptor. Discover fun facts about their habits and habitats!

Examine Real Fossils

• Look at preserved dinosaur bones, footprints, and fossilized eggs. Learn how these fossils help scientists understand how dinosaurs lived.

Dino Dimensions

• Compare your height to the impressive 6’ 1” femur bone of an Apatosaurus (Brontosaurus). Discover what it was like to be one of the largest land animals!

To complement the exhibit, LICM will offer a variety of public programs during its run, including:

STEM Explorers: Totally T-riffic Dinos (Saturday, May 17 from Noon to 2 p.m.) - Come join the Green Teens in celebrating the opening of our new exhibit, Dinosaurs: Fossils Exposed, and learn about the amazing creatures that once roamed our planet. This program is made possible with the support of National Grid.

Pterodactyl Flyers (May 18, June 28, July 26 and August 3) - Did you know that Pterodactyls are not classified as dinosaurs? They are Pterosaurs, which are flying reptiles. Come make your own flying creature and watch it soar in our wind tube.

Fascinating Fossils (May 18, June 8, July 13 and August 2) - Fossils are one of the main ways we gather information about dinosaurs. Come make your very own clay fossil impression to take home.

Ask a Paleontologist (July 10) - This special program with real-life paleontologist, Michael D. D'Emic, PhD, and his graduate students allows visitors to ask all their dino questions and get hands-on with real world tools and artifacts.

left out because they are viewed as demolition supporters? Disjointed messaging as to start, duration and end date of survey response period. Trustee Muldoon accused “nefarious sources” of putting out misinformation before he realizes errors derive from BOT and he takes down Facebook post.

12. March 2025 survey repeatedly disregarded BCI advice as to project and overall options and choices, poor survey design- failure to pose questions about pool with cost estimates and only qualitative questions about reasons for non support of preservation options

while posing easy to tabulate quantitative questions for preservation options. The Survey suggests that soccer, field hockey and lacrosse can be practiced in new 10,000SF “add-on” facility despite multiple residents pointing out that this is too small for any of those activities and is misleading.

13. March 2025 Board sought to engage to cover-up alarming emails about the conduct of certain preservation advocates when Mayor Flanagan sought to disclose publicly accessible emails. The Trustees (and including, most inappropriately, from the Village

Clerk) urged that disclosure of the McDonough, Veneziale, Torino, Coll among others’ emails would impede their “progress” towards a St. Paul’s solution.

14. April 2025 Board attempts to dismiss serious questions about undue influence on Westerman Construction estimates impacting the Poll and ignoring that Mr. McDonough admitted he gave $50M Budget to Westerman.

15. Mayor Finneran and Deputy Mayor Courtney claim Westerman was not influenced in their numbers given to the Village, in direct contradiction

to Alliance Leader Frank McDonough admission that such is exactly what he did by providing a budget for use. While one may appreciate a zealously held view this Board’s approach is impeding progress to a reasonable and fair solution to the 30 year St. Paul’s problem by failing to engage in its true task to let residents decide based upon facts not distortions.

S. G. Gorray

Dinosaurs: Fossils Exposed exhibit roars into LICM on May 17th.

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Holy Rosary and Presentation of Flowers

On Sunday, May 18, The Church of St. Joseph’s Rosary Altar Society, in celebration of the month of Mary, invites the community to share in a special devotion to Our Blessed Mother.

After the 10:30 a.m. Mass, the Society will have a procession to Our Lady’s statue for the Holy Rosary and Presentation of Flowers.  Opening prayer will begin at approximately 11:30 a.m.  Some seating will be available.  In case of rain, the ceremony will be inside the Church.  Coffee, refreshments, and fellowship will follow.

Please join the Rosary Altar Society as it honors Our Blessed Mother in this traditional May devotion.  As St. Maximilian Kolbe said, “Never be afraid of loving Mary too much, we can never love her more than Jesus did.”

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Truck operator violations

Two Clinton Road truck operators were charged on May 12 with driving with suspended licenses and operating in non-commercial zones.

Suspicious behavior

On May 13, officers responded to a Poplar Street residence for a report of two individuals seen looking into a parked pickup truck. The subjects fled in a dark-colored Suburban. Police investigation revealed damage to the vehicle’s rear motorized window.

School zone arrest

Joe Ingegno — a name synonymous with security and trust in the Garden City area.

Once the proud owner of the well-known GC Alarm, Joe now brings his expertise to Briscoe Protective, where he has dedicated countless years to safeguarding homes and businesses.

With over 40 years of hands-on experience, Joe is more than just a security expert; he’s a problem-solver who tailors each security solution to your unique needs. When it comes to protecting what matters most, Joe’s knowledge and commitment make him the go-to expert in the community.

A Rockaway Avenue motorist was allegedly arrested on May 13 for aggravated unlicensed operation (eight suspensions), excessive speed in a school zone, and uninsured operation.

False alarm responses

Officers responded on May 13 to a residence for a fire alarm activated in error, as well as another triggered by burnt food.

Overweight truck

On May 13, an Old Country Road truck operator was charged with multiple overweight violations and unsafe brakes.

Suspicious container

A report of a suspicious container on Stewart Avenue was investigated on May 13 and determined to be rubbish.

Truck violations on Clinton

Two separate Clinton Road truck operators were charged on May 13—one for driving with a suspended license and operating in a non-commercial zone, and the other for non-commercial zone operation and two illegal turns.

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The Presentation of Flowers will be held on Sunday, May 18.

Friday, May 16, 2025

GCHS welcomes guest artists for spring workshops

This spring, Garden City High School’s music program welcomed three acclaimed guest artists—vocalist Ms. Lauren Kinhan, conductor Mr. Bradley Bosenbeck and clarinetist Mindy Dragovich—for a series of workshops with student ensembles. Each guest brought insight, artistry and mentorship, offering students a unique opportunity to grow as musicians and prepare for upcoming performances.

Ms. Lauren Kinhan, a renowned jazz vocalist, composer and longtime member of the Grammy-winning New York Voices, visited Garden City High School’s vocal jazz group on April 23. Known for her rich tone, range, musicality and genre-blending artistry in jazz, pop, R&B and Brazilian music, Ms. Kinhan is a celebrated solo artist, releasing multiple albums that showcase her talent as a songwriter and ability to blend jazz with contemporary styles. She is also a founding member of the vocal supergroup JaLaLa alongside Janis Siegel and Laurel Massé and a passionate educator and mentor.

While working with the vocal jazz group—an auditioned select ensemble directed by Ms. Allie Frazzetto—Ms. Kinhan guided the students through her original piece, “The Alone Go I” through her artistry and insight. Students explored the nuances of phrasing, interpretation and expressing while connecting with Ms. Kinhan and gaining insight into the depth, storytelling and technical skills that define professional-level jazz performances.

A special thank you to the Garden City Friends of Music for making the experience with Ms. Kinhan possible.

On April 24, Mr. Bradley Bosenbeck visited Garden City High School to work with the concert orchestra,

string orchestra and chamber orchestra. Mr. Bosenbeck is a classical, pop, rock and Broadway musician who debuted at Carnegie Hall at age 16, performed internationally with artists such as Yo-Yo Ma, Jaime Laredo and the Philadelphia Orchestra and conducted for Broadway’s “The Phantom of the Opera.” One of Broadway’s youngest conductors, he has worked on other hit Broadway shows, led performances for President Obama and collaborated with legends like Stevie Wonder and The Who at iconic venues from Abbey Road Studios to the Hollywood Bowl.

Mr. Bosenbeck arranged a special trio of solos for “Schindler’s List,” a

guest clinician, assistant director of the American Chamber Ensemble and distinguished clarinetist, educator and conductor, visited Garden City High School’s symphonic band.

Ms. Dragovich, who is a retired high school band director, former professor at Hofstra University and a Nassau BOCES artist, helped the band students prepare for their first time competing in the NYSSMA Major Organizations Festival— a festival where full band, orchestra and choir ensembles perform for judges from the New York State School Music Association and are rated on tone, technique, interpretation and musicality in a non-competitive, growth-focused evaluation.

The symphonic band—directed by Mr. Daniel DellaMonica— has been preparing music that will be performed at both their spring concert and the NYSSMA Major Organizations Festival. Ms. Dragovich helped the students play with accurate intonation, steady tempo and precise rhythm, ensuring they stayed in tune and maintained a consistent musical flow.

piece that will be performed by the string ensemble at their spring concert on May 21. During his visit in April, Mr. Bosenbeck led the orchestra students alongside orchestra director Mr. Andrew Albani through a full day workshop where he ran rehearsals for all three orchestral groups, guiding them with expert tips on musicality including how to improve their sound, when to adjust dynamics and how to play more expressively as an ensemble. Through Mr. Bosenbeck, the students also saw a rare glimpse into what happens behind the scenes on Broadway and what it takes to be a professional musician.

On May 7, Ms. Mindy Dragovich,

"We are so fortunate to have had Ms. Kinhan, Mr. Bosenbeck and Ms. Dragovich work with our chorus, orchestra and band students as they prepare for their spring concerts and first NYSSMA Majors performance,” said Amanda Hauser, Garden City director of music and the arts. “Opportunities like this—where students receive expert, real-world feedback—are truly invaluable. It was wonderful to see them rise to the challenge with such focus and enthusiasm. This experience will stay with them well beyond the concert stage.”

Photos courtesy of the Garden City School District

Ms. Mindy Dragovich visited Garden City High School’s symphonic band.

Mr. Bradley Bosenbeck visited Garden City High School’s concert orchestra, string orchestra and chamber orchestra.

Ms. Lauren Kinhan visited Garden City High School to work with the vocal jazz group.

CSA Farm

From page 8

Over 40 varieties of vegetables are grown on 16+ acres, and fruit shares from local farmers are also available. In addition, they grow about 60 acres of Biodynamic grain – 15 acres of rye for our bakery, and an additional 45 acres of triticale, spelt, barley and oats for livestock feed.

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They offer a variety of CSA options from June through November, including bakery fresh bread, meat, eggs and dairy. Joining a CSA is a smart investment – in your health, your community, and your future. With a fixed cost for the year, you’ll know exactly where your food comes from: local farmers, nutrient-rich soil, and sustainable, organic and biodynamic practices that deliver high-quality, delicious produce.

By becoming a member of Hawthorne Valley’s CSA, you’re supporting your local foodshed and strengthening food security in your area. While committing upfront may seem like a big step, it actually saves you money over the year—and offers the priceless peace of mind that comes with knowing your food is fresh, local, and responsibly grown. Picking up your produce is easy and local on the Cathedral Grounds, and run by members.

Hawthorne Valley Farm’s vision statement reads, “nurturing the land that nurtures us” and they take that statement seriously. Their goals are: to establish a true Biodynamic farm; to connect children and adults with the land and the food that nourishes them; and to provide agricultural products of the highest quality. Discover more about the farm and our Garden City CSA on their website, https://farm.hawthornevalley. org/join-our-csa/.

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NOTICE OF FORMATION OF A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

Notice of Formation of AFC Nassau LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 01/16/2025. Office location: Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent of Limited Liability Company (LLC) upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY should mail process to LZ Registered Agent: Nassau County. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

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Notice of Formation of Black Swan Handmade, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 04/14/2025. Office location: Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent of Limited Liability Company (LLC) upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY should mail process to Jaclyn B. Composto: 678 Byron Avenue Franklin Square, NY 11010. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

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VILLAGE OF GARDEN CITY, NEW YORK

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on May 8, 2025, the Board of Trustees of the Village of Garden City, in the County of Nassau, New York, adopted a bond resolution entitled:

“Bond Resolution of the Village of Garden City, New York, adopted May 8, 2025, authorizing the issuance of bonds in a principal amount not to exceed $1,954,015 to finance the construction of improvements to various roads in the Village, stating the estimated maximum cost thereof is $2,854,015 and appropriating said amount for such purpose, including the expenditure of grant funds to pay a part of said appropriation,” an abstract of such bond resolution, concisely stating the purpose and effect thereof, being as follows:

FIRST:  AUTHORIZING the Village of Garden City, New York to issue bonds in a principal amount not to exceed $1,954,015 pursuant to the Local Finance Law of the State of New York, to finance the construction of improvements to various roads in the Village;

SECOND:  STATING that the estimated maximum cost thereof, including preliminary costs and costs incidental thereto and the financing thereof, is $2,854,015; appropriating said amount for such purpose; and STATING that the plan of financing includes the expenditure of $900,000 to be received from the New York State CHIPS funds, the issuance of bonds of the Village in the principal amount of not to exceed $1,954,015 to finance the balance of said appropriation, and the levy and collection of taxes on all the taxable real property in the Village to pay the principal of said bonds and the interest thereon as the same shall become due and payable;

THIRD:  DETERMINING and STATING the period of probable usefulness applicable to the purpose for which said bonds are authorized to be issued is fifteen (15) years; the proceeds of said bonds and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation thereof may be applied to reimburse the Village for expenditures made after the effective date of this bond resolution for the purpose for which said bonds are authorized; and the proposed maturity of said bonds will exceed five (5) years;

FOURTH:  DETERMINING that said bonds and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of said bonds and the renewals of said bond anticipation notes shall be general obligations of the Village; and PLEDGING to their payment the faith and credit of the Village;

FIFTH:  DELEGATING to the Village Treasurer the powers and duties as to the issuance of said bonds, and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of said bonds, or the renewals thereof; and SIXTH:  STATING the conditions under which the validity of the bonds and any notes issued in anticipation thereof may be contested: and

SEVENTH:  DETERMINING that the bond resolution is subject to a permissive referendum.

DATED:  May 8, 2025     Kelly

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VILLAGE OF GARDEN CITY, NEW YORK

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on May 8, 2025, the Board of Trustees of the Village of Garden City, in the County of Nassau, New York, adopted a bond resolution entitled:

“Bond Resolution of the Village of Garden City, New York, adopted May 8, 2025, authorizing the issuance of bonds in a principal amount not to exceed $1,175,000 to finance the acquisition of DPW vehicles and equipment, stating the estimated maximum cost thereof is $1,175,000 and appropriating said amount for such purpose,” an abstract of such bond resolution, concisely stating the purpose and effect thereof, being as follows:

FIRST:  AUTHORIZING the Village of Garden City, New York to issue bonds in a principal amount not to exceed $1,175,000 pursuant to the Local Finance Law of the State of New York, to finance the acquisition of DPW vehicles and equipment;

SECOND:  STATING that the estimated maximum cost thereof, including preliminary costs and costs incidental thereto and the financing thereof, is $1,175,000; appropriating said amount for such purpose; and STATING that the plan of financing includes the issuance of bonds in a principal amount not to exceed $1,175,000 to finance said appropriation, and the levy and collection of taxes on all the taxable real property in the Village to pay the principal of said bonds and the interest thereon as the same shall become due and payable;

THIRD:  DETERMINING and STATING the period of probable usefulness applicable to the purpose for which said bonds are authorized to be issued is fifteen (15) years; the proceeds of said bonds and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation thereof may be applied to reimburse the Village for expenditures made after the effective date of this bond resolution for the purpose for which said bonds are authorized; and the proposed maturity of said bonds will exceed five (5) years;

FOURTH:  DETERMINING that said bonds and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of said bonds and the renewals of said bond anticipation notes shall be general obligations of the Village; and PLEDGING to their payment the faith and credit of the Village;

FIFTH:  DELEGATING to the Village Treasurer the powers and duties as to the issuance of said bonds, and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of said bonds, or the renewals thereof; and SIXTH:  STATING the conditions under which the validity of the bonds and any notes issued in anticipation thereof may be contested: and

SEVENTH:  DETERMINING that the bond resolution is subject to a permissive referendum.

DATED:  May 8, 2025     Kelly Galanek, Village Clerk

Trustees of York, adopted principal amount DPW vehicles thereof is purpose,” purpose York to issue pursuant to finance the thereof, and the amount for such the $1,175,000 to taxes on all of said due and probable bonds are of said anticipation thereof made after for which said bonds anticipation renewals of said Village; the Village; and duties anticipation notes thereof; and of the be subject to a

Children's Museum offers enrichment for young children

Long Island Children's Museum (LICM) continues its role as a vital developmental resource for young children with its popular Little Learners Art Lab program. As a cornerstone of early childhood development in the community, LICM designs experiences that foster critical thinking, creativity and social growth during these formative years.

Each week, children are introduced to artists, techniques and genres through hands-on materials, artmaking and real-world inspiration. The Museum's curriculum helps young minds build critical thinking skills, expand vocabulary and support imagination through play, creation and

exploration.

The weekly program provides exceptional educational value at a price point accessible to all families. Each Little Learners Art Lab class is $4 with Museum admission ($3 for Museum members). Tickets are required for each child participating.

The program is thoughtfully designed to build socialization skills in little ones while also creating meaningful connection opportunities for the "big kids" accompanying them. Parents, grandparents and caregivers benefit from social interaction with other grownups, too!

"Little Learners Art Lab was

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designed to stimulate imaginations and instill a love of art making in our youngest visitors,” explains LICM Director of Education Ashley Niver. LICM’s Early Childhood programs incorporate visual and performing arts elements in recognition of the importance of early exposure to the arts for young children’s development. “Weekly sessions are designed to maximize the developmental value to children while keeping costs low for parents and caregivers.

Themes change weekly, offering new experiences for the young learned. Upcoming classes feature a diverse lineup of themed activities, including "Out of this World" space explo-

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VILLAGE OF GARDEN CITY, NEW YORK

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on May 8, 2025, the Board of Trustees of the Village of Garden City, in the County of Nassau, New York, adopted a bond resolution entitled:

“Bond Resolution of the Village of Garden City, New York, adopted May 8, 2025, authorizing the issuance of bonds in a principal amount not to exceed $2,585,000 to finance the construction of improvements to various parking lots in the Village, stating the estimated maximum cost thereof is $2,585,000 and appropriating said amount for such purpose,” an abstract of such bond resolution, concisely stating the purpose and effect thereof, being as follows:

FIRST:  AUTHORIZING the Village of Garden City, New York to issue bonds in a principal amount not to exceed $2,585,000 pursuant to the Local Finance Law of the State of New York, to finance the construction of improvements to various parking lots in the Village; SECOND:  STATING that the estimated maximum cost thereof, including preliminary costs and costs incidental thereto and the financing thereof, is $2,585,000; appropriating said amount for such purpose; and STATING that the plan of financing includes the issuance of bonds in a principal amount not to exceed $2,585,000 to finance said appropriation, and the levy and collection of taxes on all the taxable real property in the Village to pay the principal of said bonds and the interest thereon as the same shall become due and payable;

THIRD:  DETERMINING and STATING the period of probable usefulness applicable to the purpose for which said bonds are authorized to be issued is ten (10) years; the proceeds of said bonds and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation thereof may be applied to reimburse the Village for expenditures made after the effective date of this bond resolution for the purpose for which said bonds are authorized; and the proposed maturity of said bonds will exceed five (5) years;

FOURTH:  DETERMINING that said bonds and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of said bonds and the renewals of said bond anticipation notes shall be general obligations of the Village; and PLEDGING to their payment the faith and credit of the Village;

FIFTH:  DELEGATING to the Village Treasurer the powers and duties as to the issuance of said bonds, and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of said bonds, or the renewals thereof; and

SIXTH:  STATING the conditions under which the validity of the bonds and any notes issued in anticipation thereof may be contested: and

SEVENTH:  DETERMINING that the bond resolution is subject to a permissive referendum.

DATED:  May 8, 2025     Kelly Galanek, Village Clerk

ration, nature-inspired "May Flowers" with Claude Monet influences, and "Under the Sea" creations using recycled materials.

Weekly Themes

May 1 - Out of this World!

To promote the remaining days of the Moon to Mars traveling exhibit, students and families will explore texture in this moon-themed activity!

May 8 - Great Big Book of Everything!

Create an exploration journal for all your crafts and adventures.

May 15 - May Flowers

Come create and collage with flowers inspired by Claude Monet's work.

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VILLAGE OF

GARDEN CITY, NEW YORK

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on May 8, 2025, the Board of Trustees of the Village of Garden City, in the County of Nassau, New York, adopted a bond resolution entitled:

“Bond Resolution of the Village of Garden City, New York, adopted May 8, 2025, authorizing the issuance of bonds in a principal amount not to exceed $1,135,000 to finance the construction of improvements to the street lighting system, stating the estimated maximum cost thereof is $1,135,000 and appropriating said amount for such purpose,”

an abstract of such bond resolution, concisely stating the purpose and effect thereof, being as follows:

FIRST:  AUTHORIZING the Village of Garden City, New York to issue bonds in a principal amount not to exceed $1,135,000 pursuant to the Local Finance Law of the State of New York, to finance the construction of improvements to the street lighting system;

SECOND:  STATING that the estimated maximum cost thereof, including preliminary costs and costs incidental thereto and the financing thereof, is $1,135,000; appropriating said amount for such purpose; and STATING that the plan of financing includes the issuance of bonds in a principal amount not to exceed $1,135,000 to finance said appropriation, and the levy and collection of taxes on all the taxable real property in the Village to pay the principal of said bonds and the interest thereon as the same shall become due and payable;

THIRD:  DETERMINING and STATING the period of probable usefulness applicable to the purpose for which said bonds are authorized to be issued is thirty (30) years; the proceeds of said bonds and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation thereof may be applied to reimburse the Village for expenditures made after the effective date of this bond resolution for the purpose for which said bonds are authorized; and the proposed maturity of said bonds will exceed five (5) years;

FOURTH:  DETERMINING that said bonds and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of said bonds and the renewals of said bond anticipation notes shall be general obligations of the Village; and PLEDGING to their payment the faith and credit of the Village;

FIFTH:  DELEGATING to the Village Treasurer the powers and duties as to the issuance of said bonds, and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of said bonds, or the renewals thereof; and

SIXTH:  STATING the conditions under which the validity of the bonds and any notes issued in anticipation thereof may be contested: and

SEVENTH:  DETERMINING that the bond resolution is subject to a permissive referendum.

DATED:  May 8, 2025     Kelly Galanek, Village Clerk

May 22 - Art in Bloom

Students will paint a terracotta pot, plant a seed, and watch their creations bloom over the next few weeks!

May 29 - Crystallized Creations

Come experiment with us to see what happens when we add salt to our works of art.

June 5 - Auto Artistry

Explore texture and patterns while painting with various types of wheels. Students will also design their own miniature car!

June 12 - Dots of Expression: Fun with Pointillism

Come explore the techniques used in expressionism art!

June 19 - Picture Perfect Frames

Children will create abstract self-portraits that reflect who they are, and then design a unique frame to display their art.

June 26 - Under the Sea Students will explore texture by making an octopus bubble wrap print. Students will also be using recycled materials to design and create their own jellyfish or other sea creatures.

Little Learners Art Lab provides families with high-quality early childhood education at a fraction of the cost of private art classes or specialized preschool programs. The program's affordability ensures that all children in the community have access to enriching artistic experiences that contribute to cognitive, social, and emotional development.

Parents seeking quality, affordable early childhood enrichment can register their children for the popular Little Learners Art Lab, held every Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to Noon at the Long Island Children's Museum.

Museum admission: $18 for adults and children over 1 year old, $16 for seniors, FREE to Museum members and children under 1 year old. Additional fees for theater and special programs may apply. For additional information, contact 516-224-5800.

Hours: (September-June) Tuesday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and most school holidays.

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VILLAGE OF GARDEN CITY, NEW YORK

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on May 8, 2025, the Board of Trustees of the Village of Garden City, in the County of Nassau, New York, adopted a bond resolution entitled:

“Bond Resolution of the Village of Garden City, New York, adopted May 8, 2025, authorizing the issuance of bonds in a principal amount not to exceed $805,000 to finance the construction of improvements to sidewalks and curbs, stating the estimated maximum cost thereof is $805,000 and appropriating said amount for such purpose,” an abstract of such bond resolution, concisely stating the purpose and effect thereof, being as follows:

FIRST:  AUTHORIZING the Village of Garden City, New York to issue bonds in a principal amount not to exceed $805,000 pursuant to the Local Finance Law of the State of New York, to finance the construction of improvements to sidewalks and curbs;

SECOND:  STATING that the estimated maximum cost thereof, including preliminary costs and costs incidental thereto and the financing thereof, is $805,000; appropriating said amount for such purpose; and STATING that the plan of financing includes the issuance of bonds in a principal amount not to exceed $805,000 to finance said appropriation, and the levy and collection of taxes on all the taxable real property in the Village to pay the principal of said bonds and the interest thereon as the same shall become due and payable;

THIRD:  DETERMINING and STATING the period of probable usefulness applicable to the purpose for which said bonds are authorized to be issued is ten (10) years; the proceeds of said bonds and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation thereof may be applied to reimburse the Village for expenditures made after the effective date of this bond resolution for the purpose for which said bonds are authorized; and the proposed maturity of said bonds will exceed five (5) years;

FOURTH:  DETERMINING that said bonds and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of said bonds and the renewals of said bond anticipation notes shall be general obligations of the Village; and PLEDGING to their payment the faith and credit of the Village;

FIFTH:  DELEGATING to the Village Treasurer the powers and duties as to the issuance of said bonds, and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of said bonds, or the renewals thereof; and SIXTH:  STATING the conditions under which the validity of the bonds and any notes issued in anticipation thereof may be contested: and

SEVENTH:  DETERMINING that the bond resolution is subject to a permissive referendum.

DATED:  May 8, 2025     Kelly Galanek, Village Clerk

NOTICE OF PETITION

Index No. 613091/2024

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK Dated Filed: 5/7/2025 COUNTY OF NASSAU

In the Matter of the Application to Acquire certain 126+ X 25 foot parcels, Lots A and B and all Improvements located thereon on Meadow Street in the Village of Garden City, County of Nassau, New York, Commonly Referred to as Map of Garden City Lawns, Block 52, Lot A and Block 53, Lot B on the Tax Map of the Village of Garden City and identified on the Nassau County Tax Map as Section 34, Block 184, Lot Vacant Land Adjacent to Section 34 Block 184 and Lot 34 and Section 34 Block 184 Lot 101 by,

INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF GARDEN CITY, Petitioner/Condemnor, -against-

VIVIAN CAINE, if living, and if he/she be dead, any and all persons unknown to petitioner, claiming, or who may claim to have an interest in, or general or specific lien upon the real property described in this action; such unknown persons being herein generally described and intended to be included in the following designation, namely: the wife, widow, husband, widower, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors, and assignees of such deceased, any and all persons deriving interest in or lien upon, or title to said real property by, through or under them, or either of them, and their respective wives, widows, husbands, widowers, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors and assigns, all of whom and whose names, except as stated, are unknown to petitioner, and MERILLON CORPORATION, and any successors or assigns, all of whom and whose are unknown to the petitioner, Respondents/Condemnee.

Section: 34

Block 184

Lot: Vacant Land Adjacent to S/B/L 34/184/34 and S/B/L 34/184/101

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PROPERTY TO BE ACQUIRED: property known as Lots A and Lots B on Meadow Street in the Village of Garden City, Nassau County, New York 11530, further identified as Map of Garden City Lawns, Block 52, Lot A (“Lot A”) and Block 53, Lot B (“Lot B”) on the Tax Map of the Village a/k/a Section 34, Block 184 on the Nassau County Tax Map.

TO EACH OF THE ABOVE-NAMED RESPONDENTS/CONDEMNEES PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Incorporated Village of Garden City (“Village” or “Petitioner”), on June 26, 2025, will move this Court at the Nassau County courthouse, located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, New York 11501 for an order pursuant to Article 4 of the Eminent Domain Procedure Law authorizing Petitioner to file the acquisition map herein in the Office of the Clerk of Nassau County, upon the posting of security in an amount to be determined by the Court, unless the requirement to post security is waived by the Court, and that upon such filing, directing the following rights shall vest in Petitioner: the real property known as Lots A and Lots B on Meadow Street in the Village of Garden City, Nassau County, New York 11530, further identified as Map of Garden City Lawns, Block 52, Lot A (“Lot A”) and Block 53, Lot B (“Lot B”) on the Tax Map of the Village, a/k/a Section 34, Block 184, Lot Vacant Land Adjacent to Section 34 Block 184 and Lot 34 and Section 34 Block 184 Lot 101 on the Nassau County Tax Map (the “Property”), and for such other and further relief as this Court shall deem just and proper. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE, that Nassau County is designated as the venue of this proceeding since the property that is the subject of this action is situated therein. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE, that Petitioner hereby demands, pursuant to CPLR §403(b), that an answer and supporting affidavits, if any, shall be served at least seven (7) days before the return date of the petition. If you fail to appear or answer, judgment may be taken against you for the relief demanded in the Petition.

TO THE ABOVE NAMED PETITIONERS/CONDEMNEES: The foregoing Notice of Petition is served upon you by publication pursuant to an Order of the Hon. Vito DeStefano, a Justice of the Supreme Court, Nassau County, dated May 5, 2025, and filed with the petition and other papers in the Nassau County Clerk’s Office.

THE PURPOSE OF THE ACTION is to acquire the above referenced property by eminent domain to install a drainage system to address flooding on Meadow Street between College Place and Tremont Street in the Village (the “Meadow Street Drainage Improvement Project”).

Dated: Uniondale, New York

May 12, 2025

CULLEN AND DYKMAN LLP

By: Ariel E. Ronneburger

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After graduating from Hofstra University and earning her Medical Degree from Rutgers University and completing her residency at Columbia University (College of Physicians and Surgeons) she opened her practice in Ohio in 2003 and New York in 2019.

“Initially we opened in the LES in Manhattan in 2019, but the pandemic hit, and like a lot of businesses we moved out to the suburbs,” said Dr Brown. “We did our research and ended up moving into a building in Garden City after some guidance from some business colleagues.”

She said that early on she was spending the majority of her time at her practice in Ohio but that business model shifted after more clients were coming to the Long Island office.

“We realized that the village is more of an upscale community and that women and men here have a more discerning eye and more of a need for our types of services. Whether addressing intimate health, hormonal harmony or aesthetic refinement, every service at LX is delivered with precision, empathy and elegance. At our clinic we say that your wellbeing is not just cared for, it’s curated.”

LX Gynecology & Medspa Is located at 233 7th Street (suite 303.)

A ribbon cutting and grand reopening ceremony is schedule for early June.

To find out more information on the local business visit their website, luxmedspa.com.

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Trade a Ho-Hum Summer Vacation for an Epic Adventure

BY KAREN RUBIN TRAVEL FEATURES SYNDICATE GOINGPLACESFARANDNEAR.COM

Still looking to trade a ho-hum summer vacation for a memorable adventure? Here are some ideas:

“No Passport” Adventures: 2025 Travel Trend

“No-Passport Vacations” are hot this summer, with American travelers eager to explore incredible destinations right here in the United States.  Recent reports show a surge in domestic travel, with 60% of people wanting to see more of their own country.

Here are 10 unforgettable “No-Passport” adventures, from backcountry biking to horseback riding and chasing the Northern Lights (but don’t forget your Real I.D.):

Backcountry Biking in Utah: The Aquarius Trail Hut System offers a backcountry mountain biking experience like no other in the region. A system of five huts furnished with beds, a bathroom, a fully stocked kitchen and solar power has been strategically placed along a 190-mile route through some of Utah’s most scenic backcountry and best mountain biking trails.  https://aquariustrail.com/

American Road Trip

2.0: Nothing is more rejuvenating than jumping in your car and heading out on an American road trip, and AdventureGenie is the world’s first AI-powered, end-to-end system for planning one. It offers the most immersive, innovative and intelligent adventure travel planning tools available. Whether starting from a curated GenieTrip or creating a fully customized and personalized journey

L.L. Bean’s Maine Guided Adventures: The famed adventure retailer now offers inclusive multi-day guided outdoor adventures in Maine. Among them, Maine Island Lighthouse Birding Trip; Maine Coastal Inn Kayaking Trip; Allagash River Canoe Trip; and Maine Island Kayak Camping Trip. Visit https://www. llbeanoutdoors.com/overnight-trips (c) Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com

from your own ideas, AdventureGenie has you covered.  https://adventuregenie.com/

Alaska Lodge Adventure: Discover the rugged beauty of Wrangell-St. Elias National Park in Alaska on a guided five-day trip with Adventure Life that combines outdoor exploration with lodge-based comfort. Tour Kennicott Town and learn about its mining history, hike to a hidden lake or across a glacier, try ice climbing,  fly into the backcountry for a day of wilderness exploration, and paddle a packraft through pristine waters.  https:// www.adventure-life.com/alaska/ tours/18770/wrangell-st-elias-nationalpark-lodge-based-adventure North Rim of Grand

Canyon: Providing gently rolling terrain of lung-expanding dimensions, the North Rim has been long-held as sacred ground to hikers and cyclists alike. Escape Adventures is offering a family-friendly, five-day camping and mountain bike adventure that includes riding singletrack to Monument Point, hiking into the canyon on backcountry trails, pedaling across the Kaibab Plateau and conquering the Rainbow Rim trail before descending to Indian Hollow.  https://escapeadventures. com/tour/grand-canyon-north-rimmountain-bike-tour/ Yellowstone Fly Fishing: Take an expertly guided float down the Yellowstone River on one of Flying Pig Adventures› custom rafts

while you enjoy the spectacular scenery, abundant wildlife and world-class fly fishing. Just outside Yellowstone National Park, the upper stretches of the river are lightly fished, but hold large numbers of native cutthroat, rainbow and brown trout. Private access to the river allows guides to take guests where the fish are without fighting the crowds.  https:// www.flyingpigrafting.com/yellowstone-fly-fishing

Wine Country Weekend: North of San Francisco, the winding Russian River meets the dramatic Pacific coastline, shaping if not sheltering a world all its own. Escape Adventures offers an idyllic three-day road biking tour in this romantic landscape, quilted with a colorful patchwork of old growth redwoods, fruitful vineyards, historic towns and beautiful gardens. https:// escapeadventures.com/tour/napa-valley-weekend-road-bike-tour/

Cowboy Up in Montana: Settle in at the Circle Bar Ranch in central Montana for horseback riding and other classic dude ranch adventures. On the ranch’s 520 acres and nearby national forest land, ride a trusty steed through open prairies, across the Judith River or up a ridge for a breakfast cookout, go hiking, try fly fishing, sport shooting or archery, or tour a Yogo sapphire mine by UTV. At the end of the day, enjoy traditional ranch recipes and locally inspired dishes, and cozy accommodations in a historic cabin, the lodge or Ranch House.  https://www.circlebarranch. com/

Jackson Hole Tiny House: Fireside Jackson Hole redefines the traditional vacation with

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its collection of sustainably built, LEEDcertified luxury cabins. Experience the intimacy of a boutique hotel and ambiance of a private residence, set within the atmosphere of a wooded campground –all moments away from the majesty of Grand Teton National Park.  https:// www.firesidejacksonhole.com

Alaska Northern Lights: On Gondwana Ecotours’ Alaska Northern Lights Adventure, guests will get a dose of local culture by day and photograph the Aurora Borealis at night. Highlights of the tour include dogsledding through snowy forests, taking curling lessons from locals, enjoying a meal with homesteaders, soaking in a geothermal hot spring, learning how to photograph the Aurora Borealis, snowshoeing on private land, having tea with a family of reindeer herders and more.  https://www.gondwanaecotours.com/adventure-tours/northern-lights-tour-fairbanks-alaska/

Big Sky Summer: In Big Sky, Montana, The Wilson Hotel serves as a basecamp for summer adventures on the edge of Yellowstone National Park. Hike through shaded forests and wildflower-filled meadows, raft or fly fish the clear waters of the Gallatin River, experience the adrenaline rush of lift-served mountain biking, and explore the natural wonders and wildlife of the park. Afterward, enjoy Montana fare at the upscale yet casual Block 3 Kitchen & Bar on site or burgers, sandwiches and entertainment at Tips Up. https://thewilsonhotel.com/

Backroads Travel: Summer in Europe—There’s Still Time!

Backroads Travel has a special site dedicated to last minute trips taking off in the next two months. When we checked, there were 24 on the list including: Denmark Islands Bike Tour of charming harbors, medieval villages and fairy tale castles.

Scotland & England Bike Tour, Edinburgh to the Yorkshire Dales

A new multi-adventure to Bavaria, Tyrolean Alps and the Dolomites Tour, featuring ”peak experiences” in Germany, Austria and Italy

A Basque Country Multi-Adventure Tour, Bibao to San Sebastian and Biarritz

Cinque Terre & Tuscany Walking & Hiking Tour, featuring coastal Italy’s seaside charm and Tuscan villages.

Italian & Swiss Alps Walking & Hiking Tour, Monte Rosa to the Matterhorn and Zermatt.

See more at https://www.backroads. com/award-winning-tours/last-minutetrips

CroisiEurope Focuses on Families for Summer River Cruises at Special Rates

As an independent, family-owned company, CroisiEurope, one of the leading river cruise companies in Europe, has accepted the challenge of planning a holiday that delights every generation.

Children crave excitement and adventure, while parents and grandparents seek culture, fine dining, and relaxation. Affordability is also a key issue. The company has designed a series of CroisiFamily and Multi-Generational Cruises to bring families together on unforgettable journeys along the water, with an ideal balance of fun, discovery, and relaxation, and a value proposition.

The CroisiFamily deals include a free or discounted cruise for children up to 16, waived solo supplement, adjacent cabins for family members, adapted menus, the Multi-Generational Offer comes with a 20% discount for 2nd generation and free cruise for the 3rd generation up to 16 years old.

Among the family cruise offerings: Rhine in the heart of the Black Forest (5 nights: Strasbourg, Rudesheim, Koblenz, Mainz, Rastatt, Strasbourg, featuring a day excursion at Europa-Park, the “world’s best theme park: for the 8th consecutive year, or at Rulantica, a Scandinavian-style water park.

Portugal to Spain: the Douro Valley and Salamanca (7 nights: Porto, Regua, Vega de Terron, Salamanca, Barca d’Alva, Ferradosa, Pinhão, Porto)Andalusia: tradition, gastronomy and flamenco (7 nights: Sevilla, Córdoba, Cadiz, El Puerto de Santa Maria, Isla Minima, Granada, Sevilla)

The Adriatic’s Treasures for the whole Family: Croatia & Montenegro (7 nights: Dubrovnik, Mljet, Korcula, Sibenick, Trogir, Split, Hvar, Vis, Kotor, Dubrovnik)

See more: https://www.croisieuroperivercruises.com/destination/family-cruises, 800 768 7232

CroisiEurope has just come out with a list of summer cruises it is offering at 20 to 40% off the fare, or no supplement for solo cruisers.  These include:

Coastal Cruises: Croatia & Montenegro, 7-nights; Splendors of the Northern Adriatic Sea, 7 nights;

Southern Europe: Timeless Venice, 5 nights; Andalusia: Tradition, Gastronomy & Flamenco, 7-nights; France: From Lyon to the tip of Provence, 6 nights; All the must-see sites on the Rhone between Lyon, Provence, and Camargue, 6 nights;  Cruise through the Aquitaine Region from Bordeaux to Ryan, 6 nights;

Northern and Central Europe: Best of the Netherlands, 5 nights; Prague, Dresden and the Castles of Bohemia, 6 nights; The Beautiful Blue Danube,  7 nights; Discover the greatest cities along the Danube, 5 nights; Contact your travel agent or call 800 768 7232, email:  info-us@croisieurope.com, www.croisieuroperivercruises.com

Global Family Travels

Mission-driven experiential travel company, Global Family Travels, is dedicated to providing authentic community-based Learn, Serve and Immerse travel experiences as means to foster cross-cul-

tural understanding, destination stewardship and better global citizens.

“In partnership with community organizations and nonprofits, we apply regenerative tourism principles to develop community-based travel experiences which address environmental and societal challenges in the destinations we work in,” says founder Jennifer Spatz. “Our ultimate vision is to unite humanity and nature, and inspire travelers to take responsibility for the challenges and opportunities facing our increasingly inter-connected planet” -  a very innovative idea when the company launched 15 years ago.

“Long before ‘regenerative travel’ was in vocabulary, we put the destination’s needs at the heart of the tourism experience – what locals concerned about.” She designs itineraries around the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals and partners with nonprofits, community based organizations.

“Responsible, respective travel means more authentic engagement and collaboration with local communities,” she said. “We do due diligence to choose carefully which NGOs [non-governmental organizations] to support.”

Family & Custom Travel Experiences:  Purpose-driven trips rooted to  Learn, Serve & Immerse, tailored for families (in most cases, itineraries accommodate children as young as 8) and private groups, designed to foster cultural understanding and global citizenship. These immersive journeys often include community engagement, hands-on service learning, and meaningful community interactions.

I am eyeing Global Family Travels’ family-friendly trips to Costa Rica (https://www.globalfamilytravels.com/ post/costa-rica-conservation-learning-family-adventures)

Other popular programs:

Panama: participate in sea turtle conservation, cultural activities, marine ecosystems, and community based solutions

Peru: learning from Quechua elders and farmers, focus on traditional agriculture, environmental stewardship.

Educational Student Travel Programs:  Transformative learning journeys for schools, universities, and youth groups that integrate academic themes with real-world experiences— ranging from climate action and biodiversity to cultural heritage and social justice.

Another category, geared more to adults is Wellness & Retreat Travel:  Mindful retreats that combine yoga, healing practices, and connection to nature, designed to nurture personal growth and spiritual renewal. Popular destinations include Ladakh, Peru, and the Pacific Northwest.

In addition to scheduled programs, Global Family Travels offer: Family GAP Year and Extended Travel Planning – planning an extended

journey filled with cultural immersion experiences.

Travel Advisor Services:   custom trip planning for families, multi-generational travel, individual adventurers, or spiritual seekers.

Destinations run A-Z, from: Africa, Bali, Belize, Bhutan, Bolivia, Chile, China,Costa Rica,Cuba,Ecuador, Galapagos Islands, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Japan, Ladakh, Mexico, Rwanda,  Scotland, Thailand,Vietnam, Zimbabwe.

Global Family Travels.com, 425-3717143, info@globalfamilytravels.com, globalfamilytravels.com

Join an Earthwatch Expedition to Assist Climate Researchers

Earthwatch is another company that offers programs that turn a summer vacation into a meaningful, impactful experience. It is one of the first companies that enables “citizen scientists” to join actual climate and environmental protection and conservation research projects.

“Since its founding in 1971, Earthwatch has been taking action to address global change through a time-tested model of citizen science and community engagement. By pairing volunteers from all sectors of society with researchers around the world, Earthwatch teams have helped to safeguard critical habitats, conserve biodiversity, and promote the sustainable use of natural resources.”

Earthwatch is working in nearly 30 countries and currently supporting more than 40 research projects globally. Named a top Sustainable Travel Tourism Organization, find the various expeditions you can join at https://earthwatch. org/expeditions/browse

© 2025 Travel Features Syndicate, a division of Workstyles, Inc. All rights reserved. Visit goingplacesfarandnear. com

Reba helps make a graduate’s dream come true

BY CLAIRE LYNCH

Singer Reba McEntire has always had a passion for music and for learning. Reba Nell McEntire was born in McAlester, Oklahoma, on March 28, 1955, and was raised on a ranch in Chockie, Oklahoma. Named after her maternal grandmother, McEntire was one of four children born to Clark and Jacqueline McEntire. Her mother wanted to become a country singer and she taught all of her kids to sing but she was a public school teacher, librarian and secretary.

Influenced by the country music of Bob Wills, Merle Haggard, Dolly Parton, Barbara Mandrell, and Patsy Cline, in college Reba McEntire attended local dances at the Oklahoma-Texas border so she could dance to Wills’ music, saying, “It didn’t get any better than dancing to Bob Wills music.”

McEntire’s music is a mix of traditional country music as well as country pop, mainstream pop, soul and R&B.

Reba McEntire was raised on a 40-acre ranch, which her father, a steer roper, steadily expanded on over the years with his rodeo winnings. McEntire’s father expected all the children to work on the ranch. She began riding horses at the age of three and by the time she was seven she was gathering cattle from before daylight until after dark.

“I loved growing up in Oklahoma,” she says. “We worked hard and we played hard. There was always a sense of unity with all of us working together.”

The family drove to watch her father compete. “Our car didn’t have a radio, so my mother taught us to sing in harmony,” she says. “It seemed like we were always singing. Eventually, we formed a vocal group called the Singing McEntires with myself, my brother, Pake, and my younger sister, Susie. We sang at rodeos, and when we were older we got some paying jobs in honky-tonks and dance halls. At the end of the night, we would each make about $13.” Reba McEntire was unsure about pursuing a professional country music career, however.

She continued to help out on her family’s ranch during her college years. In 1974, McEntire’s father suggested she take a job opportunity singing “The Star-Spangled Banner” at the National Finals Rodeo in Oklahoma

City. She contacted family friend and rodeo announcer Clem McSpadden who helped her get hired for the gig.

Performer Red Steagall heard McEntire sing at the Rodeo and he was so impressed that he invited her to Nashville to record demos for his music publishing company. That day Jacqueline McEntire asked Steagall if he was able to help get her children a recording contract. After returning to Nashville, Steagall contacted her in early 1975 and said, “I can’t take all three. But I could take Reba. She’s got something a little different.”

After recording McEntire’s songs in March 1975, Steagall sent her tapes around Nashville and got her a deal with PolyGram/Mercury Records in November. Her first single was “I Don’t Want To Be a One Night Stand.” Before she signed that music contract McEntire arranged to finish college at Southeastern Oklahoma State University and she graduated in 1976 with a major in elementary education and a minor in music.

Her mother always insisted that she get her college degree and pursue her musical career afterwards. Reba McEntire always wanted to be a public school teacher and she agreed that having a backup plan was important in case music didn’t work out.

Her most significant mentor? McEntire says it’s her mother. “She’s a very smart woman,” McEntire has said. “She is the one who taught me that if I was going to do something then I’d better do it. My mama wanted to be a country singer when she was young, but the opportunity wasn’t there for her. She put aside her ambitions to encourage her children to dream and take advantage of opportunities, no matter how small.”

In 1977 McEntire debuted at the Grand Ole Opry which was one of her greatest dreams. McEntire’s first #1 song was “Can’t Even Get the Blues” from her 1982 album “Unlimited.”

In 1984, McEntire signed with MCA Nashville Records and released “My Kind of Country,” which produced two #1 singles: “How Blue” and “Somebody Should Leave.”

That same year, she won the Country Music Association Female Vocalist of the Year Award. She would go on to win this award for four consecutive years from 1984-1987 and become the most-nominated female in CMA Awards

history. In 1986 McEntire joined the Grand Ole Opry and was named CMA Entertainer of the Year.

Reba McEntire has a long list of albums and accomplishments. A member of the Country Music Hall of Fame and Hollywood Bowl Hall of Fame, she has won 15 American Music Awards, 13 Academy of Country Music Awards, 9 People’s Choice Awards, 6 CMA Awards, 2 Grammy Awards, an ACM Career Achievement Honor, the National Artistic Achievement Award from the U.S. Congress and more.

Reba McEntire believes in learning something new every day. She also enjoys celebrating the big milestones in life. She helped make a moment special for the drummer in her band, Garth Justice, on his graduation day. It was in December 2022 and McEntire said that night was Justice’s graduation ceremony from Lee University in Cleveland,

Tennessee.

She interrupted their regular scheduled programming to have an impromptu graduation ceremony. They we were supposed to be in Florida a month prior not that night but her drummer, Garth Justice, was supposed to receive his degree in business management. With his family present, Justice appeared on stage in cap and gown and Reba McEntire gave him his diploma.

Garth Justice had chosen to do the concert with Reba rather than attend his graduation ceremony so she brought the graduation to him. McEntire said, “May I present to you, the class of 2022 of Lee University, Garth Justice.” After the on-stage graduation ceremony, Reba and the band played one of her classic songs, “Is There Life Out There” in honor of Justice’s achievement.

A very Happy Graduation to all!

BY TOM MARGENAU

More Clarification of the ‘Spousal Bump’

I don’t think I coined the term. But I may have helped spread it around the world of Social Security. I’m referring to the “spousal bump.” Every time I hear it, it makes me chuckle. It sounds like some “dirty dancing” move by an old married couple in a shady nightclub! But of course, I know that’s not what the spousal bump is. It is a term that refers to the extra benefits a wife would get as a spouse on her husband’s Social Security record.

I’ve written past columns about this issue. But I continue to get questions from readers about it. And let me point out that the questions always involve the benefits a wife can get on her husband’s record. Even though Social Security laws are gender neutral, society hasn’t been. A husband’s own Social Security benefit is almost always higher than his wife’s own Social Security benefit. So, a wife is much more likely to qualify for a bump on her husband’s record. But if you happen to live in a household where the wife makes more money than the husband, then it’s the guy who could be eligible for the extra benefits. Anyway, here are a couple of recent questions about the so-called spousal bump.

Q: I turn my full retirement age in July 2025 I am scheduled to get $3,000 from Social Security if I file then. But everything I read and hear from socalled experts tells me to wait until 70 before I file for benefits. If I wait until then, I should get about $3,900 per month. One reason I am encouraged to do this is the extra widow’s benefits my wife would get, assuming I die first. She is 66. She took her Social Security at 62. She only gets $550 per month. I have two questions. How much of a spousal bump would she get if I filed now at my full retirement age? I’m assuming it’s half of my FRA benefit. And how much would she get if I wait until age 70 to file? I’m assuming it’s half of my age-70 rate.

A: Well, you’re wrong about your wife getting a bigger bump if you wait until 70. More about that in a minute. But first, here is roughly how they will figure your wife’s spousal benefits if you file at your full retirement age. They would take her full retirement rate and subtract that from one-half of your full retirement rate. The difference will be added to her reduced retirement benefit. So let’s put some numbers to that.

I’m going to guess that your wife’s full retirement rate would have been about $735. Then we subtract that from one-half of your full retirement rate, or $1,500. That leaves $765. That would be her spousal bump. We add that to her reduced retirement benefit of $550 -- meaning she would get $1,315 in total benefits if you filed for your Social Security to start in July.

And if you waited until age 70 to file, she would get exactly the same rate. Why? Because the benefits paid to a spouse of a 70-year-old retiree are always based on the

husband’s full retirement age rate, not his age-70 rate.

So, if you were thinking you would increase her spousal bump by waiting until age 70, you’re wrong. She would get a bump of $765, or total benefits of $1,315, whether you take benefits now or wait until age 70. In other words, there is absolutely no advantage in waiting until age 70 to increase your wife’s potential spousal benefits on your record -- while you are alive.

But there is an advantage in waiting until age 70 if your goal is to increase your wife’s potential widow’s benefits. And that’s because even though a wife does not share in the delayed retirement bonus you earn for waiting until age 70, a widow does.

If you wait until 70 to file for benefits, and then die, your wife’s total benefits would be bumped up to your $3,900 level. In other words, she would get her own $550 retirement check, as well as an additional $3,350 in widow’s benefits.

On the other hand, if you filed for benefits now and get your full retirement rate of $3,000, then your wife’s total benefits after you die would be $3,000 -- including her own $550 and $2,450 in widow’s benefits.

So, you and your wife just have to decide if she wants an early spousal bump by you filing now, or a larger “widow’s bump” later on if you wait until age 70 to file.

Q: I am about to turn 62. I’m trying to decide if I should file for benefits now or wait until my full retirement age. My FRA benefit would be $900. My age 62 benefit would be $630. My husband, who was always the primary breadwinner, is also 62, but he plans to wait until 67 to file for his Social Security. His benefit will be $4,200. So, I will eventually get more in spousal benefits on his record. But will I reduce my eventual spousal bump by filing for my own reduced retirement benefits now?

A: You would get the same spousal bump whether you file for your own benefits now or wait until your full retirement age to file. It’s just that if you file now, the bump would be added to your reduced retirement benefit. Whereas if you wait and file for your own benefits at your full retirement age, the bump would be added to your full FRA benefit.

As explained in the prior answer, here is how they would figure your spousal bump. They would take your FRA benefit rate ($900) and subtract that from one-half of your husband’s FRA rate ($2,100). The difference ($1,200) would be added to your own benefits.

In other words, if you file for your own benefits now, you’d start getting $1,830 in total benefits once your husband reaches FRA and you file for spousal benefits. (That’s your reduced retirement benefit of $630 plus the $1,200 bump.) If you wait until your full retirement age to file for your benefits and spousal benefits on your husband’s record, you’d start getting $2,100 in total benefits (Your FRA benefit of $900 plus the $1,200 bump.)

On first blush, waiting until your full retirement age to file seems like the smarter move. (You end up with an extra $270 in benefits.) But if you wait until your FRA to file, you would have missed out on $37,800 in reduced retirement benefits between 62 and 67. The question becomes, do you want that extra $37,800 for the next 5 years? Or do you want to forego that to get an extra $270 per month from your full retirement age on?

If you have a Social Security question,

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CROSSWORD PUZZLE

REAL ESTATE WATCH

Rental properties still the most advantageous investment

So today’s question is where is the best and safest place to park your investment dollars? I firmly believe it is rental real estate. It’s a long term play. Your tenants over the years will continue to pay down your mortgage. However, there is some effort that you will have to provide or hire someone to assist you to simplify the process. In my professional opinion, there is much less uncertainty with the right real estate investment, than playing the stock market. The stock market has been so volatile and unpredictable that one never really knows where it will be heading going forward. Now the tariffs against China have been reduced from 145% to 30%, paused for a period of 90 days, things might look very rosy indeed. However, who has the crystal ball to predict what will happen after that period of time? You have to determine your risk tolerance in whatever investment path you choose.

I do believe the tariffs were a ploy to depress the stock market to allow certain high net worth individuals to profit substantially and buy specific stocks that they sold at a high point, but then to re-purchase them back when they got crushed; losing trillions of dollars of market value for average Americans whose 401Ks and pensions were severely and still impacted. It’s a losing game for so many, as no one can really control the market.

Investing wisely in rental real estate provides greater control over your asset than the stock market. Finding the right property does take some time, analyzing, and crunching the numbers. Look for positive trends, increasing populations, job growth school rankings, commercial construction, infra-

BY PHILIP A. RAICES

structure improvements, etc. You are not alone, as a qualified, knowledgeable and expert Realtor can guide you through the search process. He or she can break the costs down in ascertaining the ROI and NOI. Paying outright for your purchase can provide you a bit of an advantage, as “cash is still king.” If financing, your mortgage person can also provide you valuable information to assist you in determining what will make sense in your brain and cents in your bank account.

cessful local Realtors who will guide you through the process from start to finish. Also, most important, ask for comparable sales to make certain that your offers are in line with what investors are paying. Make a list of questions to ask, to gain the valuable knowledge that is absolutely necessary to become a wise investor. You can also ask who they use as a local manager of the property, if you will not reside nearby.

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In 2025, better returns can be achieved in upstate NY (Syracuse, Buffalo and Albany), Florida (Tampa and south Florida) and no state income tax, Tennessee (Nashville), no state income tax, Texas and even California (Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Diego, San Francisco Bay area) and Hawaii (Honolulu, Maui, The Big Island, Kauai) for a very strong vacation market. These markets have strong job and economic growth. Single family homes usually provide longer term tenants greater stability and less turnover.

It is extremely crucial to do your due diligence to determine what the risks are. In 2025, these markets are very strong and show excellent returns. You have to speak to your CPA and financial planner and see if this fits your portfolio of investments. More info here: Best Places to Buy Rental Properties in the US in 2025.

Make sure you converse with a knowledgeable, expert and most suc-

Proceed carefully and thoughtfully when investing. As the cost of residential real estate continues to increase, due to a severe lack of inventory, many potential purchasers are being shut out of the market. They will opt for rentals, especially in locations will above average school districts. It’s location, location, school district.

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BY MARY HUNT

By a show of hands, let me see how many of you have a credit card in your name. Uh-huh, I see those hands. It appears that my audience falls right in line with national averages: About 70% of you have at least one credit card. And how would you categorize your relationship with your card issuer?

If you are carrying credit card debt, it really bugs you that the company takes so much of your money in interest and fees. In fact, some cardholders admit to feeling helpless in the strong arms of the credit card giants who charge big, whopping fees on top of double-digit interest rates. It has been said that the borrower becomes a slave to the lender. Truer words could not be spoken of how it feels to be in credit card debt.

CHEAPSKATE

Haggling for Dollars

charged waived.

Just ask. That’s right; simply pick up the phone and ask. On the back of your credit card is a toll-free number for customer service. Call and courteously make your request. Provided you have been a good customer, you may be surprised to learn just how quickly the company will comply with your request.

Why?

Because there is a lot of competition

consider making: Lower my interest rate; waive my annual fee; raise (or lower) my credit limit to improve my credit score.

Not long ago, I suggested this to a group of blog followers and asked them to share their experiences.

Deborah reports: “My interest rate was lowered 2 percentage points, and I was given 2,500 free miles, which I would never have thought to ask for.”

So, are you ready to do something about this? Sure, I know you are doing your level best to get out of debt and keep a credit card as a tool -- not a noose. But even now, as you are working your way out of debt, there is something you can do to reduce your interest rates and fees and perhaps even have fees that were already

out there. They know your mailbox is jammed with offers, and quite frankly, they do not want to lose a valuable, profit-generating customer like you to another company. It’s cheaper for card issuers to cut you a break than lose your business and have to find a new customer.

There are several requests you should

Michelle writes: “My husband recently charged to a card, and we went over the limit. I called Capital One, and they waived the $39 fee because we have never had an over-limit fee, and our payments are always on time.”

Judy responded: “I called Capital One, with whom I have had a credit card for 10 years. I’ve paid an annual fee every year. I spoke with customer service and politely asked if the $95 annual fee could be waived. She passed me to an account specialist, and based on the longevity and ‘impeccable’ status of my account, he offered me a one-time fee waiver and said they would send me a letter confirming this in writing. I’m thrilled! That five-minute call put $95 back into my wallet.”

Are you ready to exercise your savvy customer muscles? Well then, let the haggling begin!

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

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A Couple’s Guide to Common Money Myths

BY MARY HUNT

The wedding was beautiful and fulfilled your fondest dreams. But it’s over, and now it’s time to settle in and enjoy your new life together. Lucky for you, I’m here to warn you about some common money myths that newlyweds have been known to bring with them into their marriages.

MYTH: DOUBLE THE INCOME, HALF THE EXPENSES

This is what I call newlywed fuzzy math: Merging your lives and incomes into one household is the equivalent of getting a raise. Don’t believe that, not for a second.

Counter: Start out living on only one income, and save the rest. This will require going against everything the culture insists you deserve, but it will allow you to move seamlessly into parenthood. When that day comes, you’ll have an impressive savings account and options. And a gallery of envious friends.

MYTH: THERE’S STUFF WE CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT No, there isn’t. But it will be easy to convince yourselves that you absolutely must have matching furniture, new cars, and all kinds of gadgets and services to

make your lives easier and keep up with your friends.

Counter: Make a pact that you will never go into debt for “stuff.” Period.

MYTH: IF WE QUALIFY, WE CAN AFFORD IT

Whether it’s a new credit card or a new nothing-down, interest-only mortgage for a house that, in your hearts, you know you cannot afford, never allow your ability to qualify to be the determining factor. Getting in over your heads in a house or credit card debt is the recipe for a marital disaster.

Counter: Never think of a credit card company, real estate agent or mortgage broker as a financial adviser. They are salespeople looking to close deals. Get advice from a wise person who will not benefit financially from the decision you make.

MYTH: WE HAVE PLENTY OF TIME

It does seem as though you have a lifetime ahead. And that you don’t really need to save money now, while things are tight. But that’s a myth.

The truth is you cannot afford to go one more day without a savings commitment for many reasons. You will want to retire. You do not want to feel forced into debt

when something unexpected happens. You do not want to get used to spending all that you have. You want to create a sense of security and peace in your marriage.

Counter: See 10% of your net income as a mandatory financial obligation, just like your rent or mortgage payment. Pay it to yourselves, without fail, starting now

MYTH: SOME MONEY ISSUES ARE BEST KEPT PRIVATE

Whether it’s student debt or a secret credit card account, keeping money secrets from your beloved is not good for your marriage. You might be able to pull off financial infidelity for a while, but eventually, it will come back to bite you.

Counter: Start out with a commitment to full disclosure and total honesty. That will build something into your marriage that money cannot buy: trust.

MYTH: EVERYTHING WILL BE FINE AS SOON AS WE MAKE MORE MONEY

It does make sense that if you are struggling now, you won’t once you get a big raise or finish school or get your grandmother’s inheritance or win the lottery. The truth is that more money will never be enough until you learn how to manage the money you already have.

Counter: Make the necessary adjustments now to live beneath your means. That will ensure that when more money comes into your lives, you’ll know exactly how to take care of it.

MYTH: IT’S TOO LATE

No matter how long you’ve been married or how difficult your situation may appear, it’s not too late. It will take longer and be more challenging, but you can turn your situation around. Two people committed to reaching a single goal create a powerful force.

Counter: Decide right now that you are going to do whatever it takes to debt-proof your marriage!

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

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BY DENNIS MAMMANA

Week of May 18-24, 2025

Regular readers of my column certainly know how to use the Big Dipper to find the North Star (aka Polaris). Some folks believe Polaris is important because it’s the brightest star in the heavens, and they are disappointed when they see it. It’s faint. Really faint.

If you listed the brightest stars in the sky, you’d discover that Polaris isn’t even in the top 10. It’s not in the top 20, the top 30 or the top 40. No, Polaris is the 49th brightest star in the night sky, and that means you’ll never find it when viewing from under the lights of a city.

So if it’s not the brightest star we see at night, why, then, is it so important? That’s because it happens to lie directly over the north pole of the Earth, and when you face it -- no matter which season or time of night -- you’re facing true north.

Over the centuries, writers and philosophers have recognized Polaris as a sign of constancy. Navigators have used it to safely guide their ships. Cultures throughout Asia long considered its prominent position as the pinnacle of the cosmic “Mountain of the World” or “Axis of the Universe.” In traditional Indian astronomy, its Sanskrit name is “dhruva tara,” which literally means “fixed star.”

So is there something magical about

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Our Changing North Star

this star that aligns it almost perfectly with due north? Not at all; it’s simply a cosmic coincidence. As permanent a feature as Polaris might seem to us, it has not always occupied the role of our North Star. This is because our Earth doesn’t spin perfectly but rather wobbles a bit as we travel along our cosmic journey.

We can easily see this “precession” effect with a spinning top. As the top rotates on its axis, it eventually slows down and begins to wobble. The axis about which the top spins no longer points in a single direction but instead traces a much larger circle.

Our Earth behaves much the same, and over time, its rotational axis traces a giant circle among the stars. Rarely does anyone other than astronomers ever think about precession since a full cycle takes 25,800 years to complete.

For most of modern history, the northern pole of our Earth’s axis has pointed roughly toward Polaris. But this wasn’t always the case. Back when the ancient Egyptians were constructing the pyramids 50 centuries ago, they saw a different North Star. At that time, the star Thuban in the constellation of Draco, the dragon, appeared quite close to this “north celestial pole” and served this important function.

If you’re patient (and have really good longevity genes), you’ll see the pole star change gradually. Over the next few millennia, the sky will precess

and Polaris will vacate this important position as other, fainter stars take over its role. In another 55 centuries, the star Alderamin in Cepheus, the king, will occupy that prominent position. And by 14,000 A.D. the bright star Vega will lie closest to the north celestial pole.

But fear not; Polaris will return to its starring role as our North Star. We’ll just have to wait 25,800 years!

Visit Dennis Mammana at dennismammana.com.

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Today’s Special Is Influenza

BY TRACY BECKERMAN

Although some people are uncomfortable going out to a restaurant by themselves, I am perfectly fine with dining alone. Honestly, with the level of pandemonium we used to have in our house, I was always happy to have a quiet meal by myself every once in a while. I don’t ask myself to get up and get some more water, I don’t typically spill food across the table on myself, and I don’t tell myself revolting stories while I eat.

But one day while I was out to lunch, I noticed a woman and a child of about 6 or 7 eating at the table next to me. He was being a little rambunctious and she smiled apologetically.

“No school today?” I asked her warmly.

“Oh, he’s home sick,” she responded.

As she started to say something else, the little boy let out an earth-shattering, apocalyptic sneeze that rained across the table.

He turned in my direction and broke into an explosive cough. I reflexively covered my food with my hands and gave her a horrified look.

“He had a cold but he’s getting it over it,” she assured me. I thought that if this was him getting better, I couldn’t imagine how bad he must have been when he was really sick. I was thinking that a call to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention wouldn’t be overreaching.

I wondered if she really thought he was, in fact, “getting over it,” or if she was just tired of being stuck home with Typhoid Jack and was desperate to get out among the non-drippy. I thought about the time another mom had sent

her sneezing, wheezing daughter over to my house for a playdate, insisting the girl just had allergies. I insisted back that one doesn’t typically get a fever of 102 F when one has allergies.

As Jack continued to violently hack and sneeze through the meal, I inched my chair farther and farther back until I was almost sitting in the lap of the customer at the table behind me.

Unfortunately, I was completely out of surgical masks or I would have immediately strapped one on before heading to the nearest NASA decontamination chamber to be biochemically disinfected.

While she busied herself trying to keep up with lava flow of mucus coming from the nose of her offspring, I looked at the mom in disbelief. Call me crazy, but I think if your kid is too sick to go to school, you probably shouldn’t be dragging him around in public either, unless

it’s to take him to the TB clinic.

All around me I noticed other customers noticing Typhoid Jack coughing up a lung. Soon all the tables had somehow mysteriously moved to the back of the restaurant.

Rather than go sit in the kitchen, I decided that I’d had enough of my scarlet fever salad with a side of streptococcus, and I motioned to my server to bring me a check.

“No dessert today?” he asked, showing me the menu.

I looked at the selections. “Do you have any penicillin?”

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

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Due to the Earth’s axial precession, Vega will replace Polaris as Earth’s North Star by 14,000 A.D.

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A French standard offers a unique way to prepare beef

Beef Bourguignon

Makes 6 servings

Beef is a versatile ingredient that’s popular in countries across the globe. There’s no shortage of ways to prepare this favorite protein source. French chefs utilize beef in various recipes, and one popular dish is Beef Bourguignon.

1 1⁄2 tablespoons sunflower oil

7 ounces diced smoked bacon

This stew works well as a comfort food, and has become a standard of French cuisines over the last century and a half and made widely popular in the United States when Julia Child first adapted the recipe.

Those who want try their hand at cooking beef in the French fashion can look to this recipe for “Beef Bourguignon” from Lines+Angles.

2 finely chopped garlic cloves

1 tablespoon tomato passata

2 1⁄4 lbs. beef steak, chuck, cut into 21⁄2-centimeter cubes

1 cup all-purpose flour

2 tablespoons unsalted butter

1 onion

3 carrots, peeled

14 ounces button onions, or small round shallots, peeled

1) Preheat the oven to 275° F.

2) Heat the sunflower oil in a large, wide saute pan or casserole dish set over a moderate heat until hot. Add the bacon and fry until golden and crisp, 7 to 8 minutes. Remove from the pan to a plate lined with paper towels.

3) Dust the chuck steak with the flour, shaking off the excess. Season with salt and pepper before browning in the pan, in batches, over a moderately high heat.

3 cups good quality red wine (e.g., from Burgundy)

1 2⁄3 cups beef stock

3 bay leaves

4 to 5 sprigs young thyme, plus extra for garnishing

1 small bunch chives, snipped

Salt

Freshly ground black peppercorns

Remove from the pan to a bowl.

4) Return the pan to a medium heat. Add the butter, let it melt, and then stir in the onion, carrot, pearl onions, and a pinch of salt.

5) Sauté for 8 to 10 minutes until colored. Add the garlic and tomato passata, and cook for a further minute.

6) Return the beef to the pan and deglaze with the wine, scraping the base to release any stuck-on bits.

7) Stir in the stock, bay leaves and thyme sprigs, and bring to a boil. Once boiling, transfer to the oven.

8) Braise for about 90 minutes to 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until the beef is tender and easy to pull apart.

9) Remove from the oven and season to taste with plenty of salt and pepper. Serve from the pan with a garnish of snipped chives and some thyme sprigs.

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Photos from the Village Archives The Water Works

Facing north to the Water Works at the intersection of Cherry Valley Ave. and Eleventh St. The original building, covered in ivy in the photo, was built in 1876, with the 50-foot diameter hand-dug surface well at right. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The top of the engineer’s house is seen behind a new addition to the left of the original building. This wing housed the electrical generating facility, added in 1904. The well pumps and electrical dynamos in the building were driven by steam, produced by coal-fired boilers. A railroad siding connected to the LIRR line from Mineola to Hempstead crossed Franklin Ave. and passed just north of the present Senior Center to furnish the coal supply.

The electrical operation was discontinued in the 1910s when electrical service

to the Village was furnished by the Nassau Light and Power Company [later the Long Island Lighting Company]. The well was demolished in 1956 and the pumps removed when wells further distant were added. The main building is now used for sample storage and electrical controls for nearby wells, and the wing is used for meetings by the Special Police. The almost 150-year-old building is soon to be renovated, keeping its exterior historic features.

Archives identifier: pwwtr05

A selection from the extensive Village Archives. Others can be seen at www.NYHeritage.org - click on Organizations, G, and Garden City Public Library. Comments/questions: email Historian@gardencityny.net

Exercise Isn’t About the Scale—7 Proven Reasons to Get Moving

BY AHMED AHMED

Exercise isn’t a great weight loss tool…

Now, I get it…

For years you’ve been told that you need to exercise more to lose weight!

But In 2018, researchers looked into multiple studies and found that exercise alone barely moves the scale…

With people usually experiencing less than a 3% drop in body weight.

So what does exercise do for you?

Here are seven science-backed reasons to exercise…

It reduces pain. A 2020 study in Arthritis Care & Research found that

strength training significantly reduced joint pain in older adults with arthritis. It sharpens memory.

A 2021 study in NeuroImage showed that exercise helps grow the hippocampus which is essential for brain health.

It boosts mood and reduces anxiety. A 2023 study in JAMA Psychiatry found that regular physical activity was just as effective as antidepressants for improving mood and reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression.

It improves sleep. Research in Sleep

Health (2019) found that moderate physical activity helps older adults fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer.

It builds stronger bones.

A 2020 study in Bone Reports showed that resistance training increased bone density in postmenopausal women.

It improves balance and confidence. Just two sessions a week of strengthbased exercise reduced falls by over 20%, according to a 2018 review in the British Journal of Sports Medicine.

It slows aging. A 2018 study in

Frontiers in Physiology found that regular movement protects your DNA and keeps your body biologically younger. Exercise is the number one habit to catapult you to a longer life with more strength, vitality, and less pain..

So that you can keep up with your family while sightseeing, garden longer, or carry your own groceries—without worrying about aches and pains!

Remember exercise is key to lifelong strength and independence. Try these tips today!Ahmed Ahmed is the owner of Lotus Fitness. Contact him at (646)415-2349 or ahmed@lotusfitnessny. com https://lotusfitnessny.com/

Ahmed Ahmed

DAR concludes year, welcomes new members

New Board of Directors being sworn in to serve two-year term.

Members of the Col. Aaron Ogden Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) met to conclude their 20242025 calendar year on Saturday May 10th.

Following opening rituals and Chairmen reports, four new prospective members were guided though the process of signing and submitting their application papers to the organization. They are: Jackie Cara, Patricia Haddock, Elizabeth McCarthy and Susan Gorman.

Membership in the NSDAR is no small achievement as the organization requires extensive genealogy doc-

New Registrar Gen Cupolo with prospective member Susan Gorman.

umentation for acceptance. Members are direct descendants of American Revolutionary War patriots and support the organization's three pillars of education, patriotism and historic preservation. With those goals in mind, the NSDAR's 190,000 members dedicate themselves to community service. The group's national headquarters is in Washington DC, across from the White House, and boasts a 4,000 seat auditorium, museum and genealogy library.

After the application signing, the Chapter's new Board of Directors was sworn into office. Heather Zawislak was welcomed as the new Regent of the Garden City based Colonel Aaron

Chapter Regent Carla Hall D'Ambra with prospective members Elizabeth McCarthy, Patricia Haddock, Jackie Cara, Susan Gorman and Incoming Registrar Gen Cupolo.

Ogden Chapter. Arlene Fairhurst-Kister succeeds Dori Lombard, who is stepping down after 6 years of faithful service as Chapter Treasurer. Gen Cupolo was sworn in as the Chapter Registrar. Other Board members include Deborah McCauley as Vice Regent, Leslie Dimmling as Recording Secretary, and Janice Derr as Corresponding Secretary.

Heather Zawislak was presented with the official Chapter Regent pin, which she will wear for the duration of her term of office. Outgoing Regent Carla Hall D'Ambra was presented with a bouquet of flowers from Heather, and an official "Past Regent" pin which recognizes her 6 years of enthused service and is a gift from the chapter. Chapter meetings resume in September.

Chapter Regent Carla Hall D'Ambra with Incoming New Chapter Regent Heather Zawislak.

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Carla Hall D'Ambra proudly served 6 years as Colonel Aaron Ogden Chapter Regent.

GCHS students raise awareness for Morgan’s Message

During Garden City High School’s annual Woodstick Classic, the Class of 2027 officers introduced Morgan’s Message to the community by raising awareness and support for the cause.

Morgan’s Message is a nonprofit that strives to eliminate the stigma surrounding mental health within the student-athlete community and equalize the treatment of physical and mental health in athletics. They aim to expand the dialogue on mental health by normalizing conversations, empowering those who suffer in silence, and supporting those who feel alone.

“I am extremely passionate about the topic of mental health and providing a safe, nurturing and judgement-free environment for all students,” said Class of 2027 adviser Ms. Amanda Marino. “When the Class of 2027 President Claire Arendt came to me about raising money for Morgan’s Message, I immediately jumped at the opportunity.”

“Planning an event for our 2027 class during such an important month, Mental Health Awareness Month, gave us the chance to do something truly meaningful,” said Claire. “As a Morgan’s Message Ambassador for the past two years, I’ve learned how powerful it is to speak up and stand up for mental health, especially when it comes to student athletes like me. It’s a cause that hits close to home for so many of

our students who participate in athletics here at GCHS.”

“Introducing Morgan’s Message to the Garden City Community during the legendary Woodstick Classic felt like

the perfect fit,” Claire continued. “The crowd was large, energy high and the message was able to reach far— from little kids all the way to adults. I truly hope we made a difference in someone’s

life that day. Being able to raise awareness and support for such an important cause made me proud, and I know Morgan’s message will continue to grow in our community.”

Resident presents posthumous award to Pres. Ford

Local resident Lana Mae Noone recently participated in the Vietnam Babylift 50th Anniversary Event, hosted by the Pan Am Museum, Cradle of Aviation, Garden City.

Lana was honored to present the posthumous Award to the Ford Foundation Recognizing President Ford for Operation Babylift, April 1975.

The award was presented on the floor of the House of Representatives and is the only official award presented to President Ford for Babylift. Mrs. Noone also recently spoke about Babylift at Farmingdale State College’s History Honors Ceremony and has been invited to participate in the upcoming Vietnamese American Heritage Parade, NYC.

Please contact Lana for details about hosting an event at lananoone@yahoo.com

Her programs have media acclaim and are recommended for schools, community groups, etc.

Class of 2027 officers— Vice President Giulia Ucinski, Treasurer Grace Loughlin and Social Chair ElleJaye Cerrat— and adviser Ms. Amanada Marino raised awareness for Morgan’s Message.

Photo courtesy of the Garden City School District

Lana Mae Noone with President Gerald R Ford Foundation representatives accepting the award.

May 16,

Adult Evening Programs at the Field House

The Recreation Adult Programs in the Field House begin on Wednesday, October 16 according to the following schedule:

Mondays - Mens’ Basketbal l 7:30–10 p.m.

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

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

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

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

10 Play Pass – good for any Fieldhouse sport for 10 visits, $50

5 Play Pass – good for any Fieldhouse sport for 5 visits,  $ 25

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

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

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

St. Paul's Fieldhouse Adult Pickleball Program

Pickleball will begin again in St. Paul’s Fieldhouse on Tuesday, September 24.  This program is open to Garden City residents only, Tuesdays through Fridays, 9:30 to noon. There will be no reserving of courts for individual play.  A monitor will be available for any person wishing to learn the game.  The fee schedule to attend is as follows:

10 Play Pass – good for any Fieldhouse sport for 10 visits, $50

5 Play Pass – good for any Fieldhouse sport for 5 visits,  $ 25

A participant may also “pay as you go”. “Pay as you go” prices will be $6.

To purchase one of the passes, please visit the Recreation Office at 108 Rockaway Ave. You will also be able to purchase a pass from our St. Paul’s staff at the time of attendance.  Check or credit card payment is preferred.

Pool Memberships are Now Available for Purchase!

https://www.communitypass.net/ login

We are excited to announce that registration for The Garden City Pool is available online via the CommunityPass registration system!

Due to a change in recreation software, every household must create a new account.

As online registration for programs will be starting soon, we encourage all families that will be registering to create their CommunityPass Account now!

In order to register for pool memberships or future programs, you MUST first create an account.

To create a new account, register an existing account, login or register for a program, follow the instructions found within this email or on the CommunityPass site.

Many of our programs, including the Garden City Swimming Pool memberships have residency requirements. In order to verify your residency on your account and gain access to registration for these programs, you must send a copy of your driver’s license AND a utility bill to gcrec@ gardencityny.net *

How to Create a Family Account:

• Go to: https://register.capturepoint.com/GCRecandParks

• From the CommunityPass login homepage click on the ‘Create an Account’ button.

• On the next page complete the ‘Account Creation’ fields and click on Create at the bottom of the page.

• On the next page you will see the CommunityPass Privacy Statement.  After reading, click ‘Accept.’ Then click ‘Finish.’

Please save your login and password for future use. Only one account per family is permitted.

Your account will say "Unverified" until approved by a Recreation staff member.

You will not be able to purchase a pool membership until your account has been created and verified. We will approve your account as soon as we can.

*You can also verify in person at the recreation offices, 108 Rockaway Ave

Indoor Track Hours at Cluett Hall

Hours have concluded for the season. Enjoy the nice weather!

2025 Spring Art & Science Splash!

Registrations Open

Our art and science classes are designed to inspire and educate your child in an environment where giggles and grins are encouraged. Children will get messy with paint, clay, slime and so much more! Instructors (who are called “Mess Masters”) provide all the materials necessary for your child to participate in the class and no additional purchase is required to attend. We also offer weekly classes, workshops, camps, homeschool classes, art kits and gifts for kids. Registrations are now open. Dates and times can be found on their website. Forms can be obtained at,

• Online: https://forms.gle/1QeEM5J7texByRbq8

The Upcycle Acadamy Fashion Summer Camp

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Color Illustration - Flat Sketching Silhouette / Shape / Proportion Sustainability - Trend Spotting DesignUpcycling - Styling & More!  Look Book Photoshoot & Fashion Show on the last day of camp!! Keep the designs you create. All apparel and upcycle materials provided.

Garden City Recreation CenterThe Cottages, Weekly Monday–Friday, 12:30 p.m. – 4 p.m.,

July 7 – 11: Behind the Seams - Intro to Fashion

July 14 – 18: Love Story - Pastel and Pretty

July 21 – 25: Pop Star - Stage Worthy Style

July 28 – August 1: The Good Vibe Club - Sweats with Graphic Messaging & Sun Bleached Denim

AGE 8–11 // FEE: $395 per week

Pioneer Sports Volleyball Clinic Volleyball Clinic: Tuesdays, March 4th to April 8th, 6:30-7:30pm. This program is a learn and play clinic for grades 3-5 at The St. Paul’s Fieldhouse. The cost of the program is $150 per child.

Stay Up to Date On All Things Recreation!

Follow our new Instagram and Facebook “GardenCityRecreation” for all Recreation content! Any questions regarding programs or facilities can be directed to our new Recreation email, GCRec@gardencityny.net .

USA Sport Group and Pulse Sports are Gearing Up for Summer!

USA Sports Group, a longtime partner of the Recreation and Parks Department of the Village of Garden City, will be running Summer Camps from children ages 5–12.  It will be a multi-sport program with an adapted curriculum running from June through August.  For more information, please go to Pulsecamps.com

Chess Wizards Spring Session

Garden City Recreation and Parks

has again partnered with the very popular “Chess Wizards” to offer after school programs for Garden City children ages 6 through 12 who want to learn the game of chess!

Chess Wizards is a fun way to have kids experience the excitement of chess. Kids will play in mini tournaments, have interactive lessons with chess pros and play cool chess variants like bug house. It is proven that chess enhances cognitive development in children, improves both verbal and mathematical skills, and increases all levels of academic performance! Playing chess stimulates the mind and helps children strengthen skills such as focusing, visualizing goals, abstract thinking, and forming concrete opinions.

Instructors (who are called “Wizards”) provide all the materials necessary for your child to participate in the class and no additional purchase is required to attend. All students will receive a trophy, puzzle folder and wizards t-shirt. Come join the fun!!!

This program is a 10-week session. Class will be held on Tuesdays from 4 to 5 p.m. in St. Paul’s Center (108 Rockaway Avenue) beginning April 1. To register please visit www.chesswizards.com.

Hooray- Hooray

Mini Golf at Community Park is now open for the season.

Summer Tennis Camp Information is Coming Soon!

The tennis camps begin on Monday, June 30, under the direction of our experienced pros, Rick Bates and Justin McMackin. Registration is underway.

Garden City Recreation and Parks Mini Golf at Community Park is now open for the season.

Special: All games are $1 per person for the month of April Summer Tennis Camp Registration Begins:

The tennis camps begin on Monday, June 30th under the direction of our experienced pro’s, Rick Bates and Justin McMackin.

GC Recreation and Parks: Summer Tennis Camp – Ages 6 to 15

Registration is now underway

Online registration is available: Information and registration form: www.gardencityrecreation.org

The Tennis Camp program offers children an opportunity to learn and advance their tennis skills in a fun setting while working with experienced tennis instructors. Our camps are set by age and children are grouped according to ability within their camp – please note that the type of tennis ball used will be determined by the course level. Sessions are at the Community Park Tennis Center. The age of the child, at the start of the session, will determine

GCHS artists teach Locust students about art

Garden City High School National Art Honor Society students and Locust School students worked on a craft together.

Members of the Garden City High School National Art Honor Society partnered with students from Locust School for a collaborative sculpture project, guided by National Art Honor Society adviser Ms. Amanda Marino and Locust art teacher Ms. Nicole Leyland.

The lesson was based off the children's book, “I'm NOT just a Scribble,” written and illustrated by Diane Alber. High school artists Millie DeLaricheliere, Gracie Krawiec, Molly Pryor and Keira Regan led the project by reading the story aloud and guiding the younger

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which session the child may attend, proof of age may be required. Please read the information below to determine which camp your child is eligible to attend. You may sign-up for more than one camp!

Equipment needed: flat soled sneakers and a tennis racket. Please note rackets are provided for the novice level.

Platform Tennis News

We have some interest in forming a level 3 Women’s platform tennis team for next season. If you are interested in playing or would like more information, please email:sespey@gardencitny.net.

Register for a Free Plot in the Community Garden

Do you like to garden but just don’t

have enough space to plant? GC Rec has you covered with a garden plot right in front of the Rec Office at 108 Rockaway Ave. Registration for a plot in the Community Garden will open Monday, April 28, 2025. The Garden will officially open Monday, May 12, 2025.

*Space is very limited. *

All plots are free for residents, registration is required. Please fill out the interest form found on the Recreation website gardencityrecreation.org/headlines and return it to the recreation office.

Please note, this program is on a first come first serve basis. We will not be holding any plots for residents that have previously gardened with us. The combination to the gate has been changed.

students through the hands-on activity. Locust students followed along step by step using pipe cleaners, googly eyes and glue to design their own 3D versions of the "scribble" character from the book.

“The final products were amazing,

bringing smiles and laughter to everyone's faces,” said Ms. Marino and Ms. Leyland. “This hands-on project bridged literacy and the visual arts together in a creative and fun way!”

courtesy of the Garden City School District

Garden City High School National Art Honor Society students read “I'm NOT just a Scribble,” to Locust School students.

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GC Girls Lacrosse: Undefeated season, power Conference Championship

Bottom row (left to right): Deanna Prisco, Katherine O’Hanlon, Katie Horn, Daly Prybylski, Kate Scuderi, Liana Kelly, Kennedy Palmer.

Middle row (left to right): Regan Backer, Kim Colucci, Kiera Ruoff, Jessy Martin, LeeLee Gaffney, Ashley Clark.

Back row (left to right): Ciara Hegarty, Ella Clark, Nora Donahue, Michaela Molgano, Averie Smith.

The Garden City Girls Lacrosse team concluded an exceptional season last week, finishing the regular season undefeated and securing the Nassau County Power Conference Championship. The team demonstrated remarkable consistency and determination throughout the season, culminating in two decisive victories last week— first against Massapequa, followed by a strong performance against Seaford. This outstanding achievement reflects the team's hard work, discipline, and commitment.

The matchup against Massapequa was intense and physical from the start. Kim Colucci opened the scoring for Garden City off an assist from Ashley Clark, and after a quick response from

Massapequa, Regan Backer’s 8-meter shot gave Garden City a 2–1 lead to end the first quarter. Colucci struck again early in the second, but Massapequa tied it up with two goals. Garden City regained control with a goal by Michaela Molgano, assisted by Arci Haffner, and an 8-meter finish by Grace Brantuck to take a 6–4 lead into halftime.

In the third quarter, Garden City hit its stride, unleashing a six-goal surge. Kathryn Monaco led the charge with two goals, while Tori Ottomanelli, Kim Colucci, Deanna Prisco, and Averie Smith each added one. Key playmaking and assists came from Ellie Andersen, Averie Smith, and Kim Colucci, helping Garden City build a commanding 12–6 lead by the end of the third.

Andersen

down Massapequa’s scoring attempt.

Junior squad members.

Kathryn Monaco prepares to score one of her three goals verse Massapequa.

Ellie

shuts

Arci Haffner lines up for a crucial free-position shot.

Sophomore players (left to right): Stella Goettelmann, Grace Brantuck, Claire Arendt and Ali Bennett.

Powerhouse all-senior defensive lineup (left to right): Ellie Andersen, goalie Kate Connolly, Meaghan Lynch, Brynn Reilly and Brooke Hopkins an elite group that has anchored the defense all season.

GC Girls Lacrosse: Undefeated season, power Conference Championship

Massapequa came out strong in the fourth quarter, scoring three unanswered goals to narrow the gap. But Garden City responded with poise— Kathryn Monaco completed her hat trick, and Deanna Prisco added another goal to seal the hard-fought 14–10 victory.

Garden City’s defense was exceptional, anchored by standout performances from Elizabeth Staub, Daly Prybylski, Kate Scuderi, and Claire Arendt, who consistently disrupted Massapequa’s offensive efforts. In goal, Kate Connolly delivered a stellar performance with six crucial saves, helping preserve the lead and secure the win.

Garden City wrapped up their season in dominant fashion with a 20–4 win against Seaford. The Lady Trojans burst out to a 12–1 halftime lead, powered by Averie Smith’s hat trick and two goals each from LeeLee Gaffney

and Michaela Molgano. Contributions poured in from across the roster, with goals from Ashley Clark, Arci Haffner, Regan Backer, Kim Colucci, and Grace Brantuck, and crisp assists from Clark, Haffner, Smith, Kathryn Monaco, and Colucci.

Garden City kept the pressure on in the second half. Molgano tallied two more to finish with four, freshman Amanda Backer added a pair, and Emerson Goettelmann scored off a feed from Kiera Ruoff. Ava Borzilleri, Ali Bennett, and Katherine O’Hanlon each added a goal to cap off the commanding win.

The girls kick off their playoff run on Friday, May 16th at 5:00 PM at home— an extra special game as it’s also Senior Day! Come out and cheer on the team as they begin their postseason journey and celebrate our amazing seniors!

EPOA seeks Junior Ambassador

The Garden City Eastern Property Owners’ Association (EPOA) is seeking applications for candidates to be considered for Junior Ambassador positions for the years 2025–2027. This program is designed to introduce high school sophomores entering their junior year to Village government through participation in EPOA meetings, attendance at government meetings, and promoting civic participation in the community. This is an exciting opportunity for students to become involved in local affairs and to learn about Garden City's unique form of local government.

The Junior Ambassador program is designed as a two year commitment encompassing junior and senior years. Preference will be given to students who reside in the Eastern section of

Garden City and whose families are dues paying members of the EPOA.

Students who attend Garden City High School may obtain an application from the Social Studies Department office or on the EPOA website at www. gcepoa.org. High school sophomores, who attend schools other than Garden City High School, may download an application from the EPOA website. Completed applications can be mailed to EPOA, P.O. Box 7525, Garden City, N.Y. or submitted electronically to contactus@gcepoa.org

All interested sophomores are encouraged to apply. The deadline is June 9, 2025.  A brief interview will be conducted as part of the application process.

Garden City Elite

After another amazing win of their own the Garden City Elite watched NYCFC defeat Portland 1-0 on 5/4. The boys had the special privilege of being on the field for the pre-game warmup, getting an upfront view of some of their favorite pros! A special thank you to the Butler family for organizing this special experience.

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Uniondale Hub Upgrade Project

The New York Power Authority is upgrading its existing Uniondale Hub substation on Stewart Avenue to support the interconnection of new transmission and facilitate the delivery of energy to address increasing demand.

Please join us at our open houses to learn more about this project.

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GC rolls through 3 games in 5 days, sets showdown with Carey

In the span of just five days, the Garden City Boys’ Lacrosse team delivered three emphatic performances that underscored both their stamina and their standing as a perennial Long Island powerhouse. From a gritty win over Cold Spring Harbor to a rout of Roslyn and a dominant showing against upstate contender Somers, the Trojans appear to be rounding into playoff form

just in time for a regular season finale against Carey High School.

Battle of Titans: Garden City 9, Cold Spring Harbor 7 (May 6)

Tuesday’s matchup between Garden City and Cold Spring Harbor was everything expected from two of Long Island’s lacrosse giants—a taut, back-and-forth affair marked by momentum swings,

highlight-reel plays, and a standout performance from freshman attackman Ben Smith.

Smith opened the scoring for Garden City, and he would go on to tally four goals, including a critical first-quarter equalizer and a pair in the second to help the Trojans build a lead they wouldn’t relinquish.

After a 2-2 tie early in the second

quarter, Smith struck twice—first on a sharp assist from Anthony Asaro, then again following a Cold Spring Harbor response to make it 4-3. James Debusschere extended the lead to 5-3 before CSH trimmed the margin, but a late GC goal with 20 seconds left in the half gave the home team a 6-4 cushion.

Garden City’s defense, anchored by Luke Lesuer, Gus Gali, and Andrew

Jake Schlifp makes the save

Declan Wuchte defends against Roslyn

Ben Smith scores against Somers

James DeBusschere scores against Cold Spring Harbor.

Julian Galli

Connor Schieck

Michael Berkery

Charlie Koester’s BTB goal

Gus Galli

GC rolls through 3 games in 5 days, sets showdown with Carey

Dengler, clamped down in the second half, stifling CSH’s rhythm.

Charlie Koester’s behind-the-back goal off a Michael Berkery pass was a crowd-pleaser that punctuated the third quarter, and despite a late push from CSH, Garden City held firm for a 9-7 victory.

Total Domination: Garden City 18, Roslyn 2 (May 8)

Two days later, Garden City showed no signs of fatigue in dismantling Roslyn High School in a lopsided affair. The Trojans overwhelmed Roslyn on both ends of the field, cycling through a deep bench of scorers and showcasing a swarming, coordinated defense.

While Smith, Koester, and Asaro contributed as expected, it was the emergence of names like Julian Gali, Patrick Shirley, and Taylor Minuto that underscored the team’s depth. Goalie Jake Schlipf and the defensive core left little room for Roslyn to operate, and the 18-2 final was never in doubt from the opening whistle.

Statement Win: Garden City 12, Somers 6 (May 10)

Facing a strong Somers team from upstate New York, Garden City capped the grueling stretch with a performance

that combined finesse with physicality. Charlie Koester again set the tone, scoring twice early and later assisting Ben Smith on a doorstep finish to open the second quarter. Smith added another on a feed from Dan Medjid, and Merritt Ruckh’s goal in transition gave Garden City a 5-1 edge. Koester’s on-the-run finish and a goal by Blake Cascadden pushed the margin further as the Trojans raced to a commanding 9-2 halftime lead.

Somers mounted a brief third-quarter surge, narrowing the gap to 10-5, but a rebound goal by Julian Gali and an empty-netter from Koester sealed the win. Schlipf stood tall once again in net, frustrating Somers’ shooters and preserving the six-goal victory.

Next Up: Rivalry Renewed

Garden City will close out its regular season with an away game on Friday, May 16, with a much-anticipated clash against cross-town rival Carey High School. With momentum firmly in hand and postseason implications looming, the Trojans will look to cap their run with a statement against their neighbors.

One thing is clear: This Garden City squad, deep, dynamic, and well-coached, is peaking at the right time.

CPOA seeks

Student Ambassador applicants

Attention current high school freshman, please consider getting involved in your community!

The GC Central Property Owners Association (CPOA) Student Ambassador Program is a vital part of the CPOA. Started in 1999, the program is an ongoing joint venture between resident Garden City students and the CPOA. The Student Ambassadors learn how the Garden City village government operates by attending Village meetings. They are challenged to get involved in important issues facing the Village by committing to a service project and presenting their work at CPOA meetings.   Applications are being accepted between April 25–May 23 from current high school freshmen who live in Garden City. The term will be the student’s sophomore and junior years in high school: 2025–2027. The application can be found on the CPOA website (gccpoa.org) by using the QR code below. A brief interview with CPOA Directors is required and will be conducted by June 1. Contact the CPOA at gccpoa.ny@ gmail.com for an application, with questions and/or to submit your application.

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Welcome to The Trafalgar House

Introducing The Trafalgar House—former residence of renowned author Nelson DeMille— this is a distinguished estate in the coveted Hill Section of Garden City. Inspired by the grandeur of DeMille’s own novels, this nearly 10,000 sq. ft. Tudorstyle masterpiece offers 5+ bedrooms, 8 full and 2 half baths, and a seamless blend of old-world elegance and modern sophistication. Crafted with extraordinary detail, the home features a soaring mahogany-clad foyer, grand formal rooms, a chef’s kitchen with designer appliances, and a luxurious primary suite with private terrace and spa bath. Additional highlights include a custom mahogany pub, home theater, gym, craft room, and expansive gardens with a bluestone patio, outdoor kitchen, and gazebo. An exceptional offering where literary heritage meets timeless luxury. MLS# 862217. $5,500,000. 88 11th Street, Garden City, NY

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