The Garden City Summer Swim team wrapped up its season with a second-place finish at the N.M.S.C. Division 1 Championship Meet, coming up just seven points short of first place. Throughout the season, the team relied on the depth of its roster: 130 young swimmers ages 6–16 who worked hard at practice every morning since the middle of June.The team had a strong summer, ending the dual meet season with a 4-1 record and placing second in the division.
BY MEG MORGAN NORRIS
The Garden City Board of Trustees heard the initial presentation on the results of the St. Paul’s survey during a town hall meeting on Tuesday, August 12th. Keith Rodenhauser, a senior planner & project manager at Brandstetter Carroll, Inc. presented the data during a meeting at Village Hall which filled the board room and was also available via Zoom.
The results presented by Rodenhauser showed that the village is deeply divided on the fate of the St. Paul’s historic main building. According to the data, 45% of respondents said they will not support any of the three building options offered in the survey, while 48% said they would support at least one of the options.
The survey asked residents about their levels of support for three options: Adaptive Reuse, which would preserve the exterior of the building with upgrades to the interior; Partial Replacement, which would preserve parts of the exterior and include new construction to replace or expand parts of the building; and Mothballing, which would preserve the exterior of the building, but not provide space for public use.
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BY KASSARA MCELROY
The Garden City Board of Education kicked off its first official meeting of the 2025-2026 school year with a public hearing on the district-wide safety plan, which is now posted online for a 30-day review.
This annually required document, developed in partnership with BOCES, district security staff, and the health
and safety committee, saw no comments from either the public or board members.
Updates this year focus on revised language, minor terminology changes and the addition of a new cardiac emergency response plan. The plan outlines AED placement and CPR/AED training, which state law now requires in building-level plans by September 1, 2025,
and fully implemented across the district by January 20, 2026. Staff training on the updates is already taking place.
When the board moved into its regular session, Superintendent Dr. Kusum Sinha welcomed Kayla Turney as the new student board member. A rising senior and class president, Turney has been active in student government and helped launch the district’s financial
literacy course. “We’re excited to have that student life perspective at these meetings moving forward,” said Sinha.
The board also introduced Allison Robb, being recommended as assistant principal at Stratford School, citing her expertise in math, literacy, and elementary education.
Dr. Sinha reported strong summer
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The St. Paul’s Survey results were presented to the public last Tuesday night and the results show that residents are still very divided about what should happen to the building.
That said, the results should give pause to those folks who want to preserve the building.
Even though there was no explicit option to vote for demolition, a substantial portion of the respondents who didn’t want any of the listed choices took the time to fill out the survey. 45% of the respondents said they did not support any of the three options, and a third of respondents wrote in comments that the building should be demolished. In spite of the clear discontent over the choices offered, though, we’ve seen
some spin starting already. In our letters column this week several writers make the claim that 71% of respondents were in favor of adaptive reuse among respondents who identified a preference.
That kind of spin purposely ignores the fact that a lot of respondents didn’t identify a preference because they were not satisfied with any of the choices. Many would have chosen demolition if it were offered. But because the Board of Trustees chose not to include it those residents’ views were not captured.
Look, we spent a lot on a survey. Let’s look at the data honestly, and not try to twist what it says.
The survey results are online on the Village’s website and we urge readers to review the full report there.
To the Editor:
On the evening of August 12th , before an audience of about 100 residents -- combined in-person and on Zoom-- BCI delivered a much - anticipated summary of the St. Paul’s Survey which was delivered at the end of May. To me it was a very disappointing presentation considering the importance of learning -- once and for all -- the future of the St Paul’s Main Building.
Here are some facts from the summary:
1) From a total household GC count of about seven thousand, 2,350, or 34%, chose demolition of of the structure: this figure was clearly understated because demolition was not a choice on the survey -- only a write-in option , of which surely many voters were not aware.
2) Why did almost 5,000 households or 66% not vote? I believe there was probably a great deal of apathy -- or “I do not cares” among the residents. BCI described the turnout as within historic norms. I cannot believe that. My educated guess on non-voter opinion could bring the demolition ratio closer to 50%.
3) As for preservation, saving the building for re-us, 51% said they : “do not support” such an idea;
4) “Mothballing” preserving only the exterior of the structure for future development. Interior would remain unfinished.. The vote here was 67% NO. Conclusions:
In a nutshell, the survey was a flop. It did not provide the desired goal of telling the GC Board of Trustees how to proceed on the St Paul’s challenge.
On each major choice -- Options A, B. or C -- the vote was a resounding NO.
At one point Mayor Finneran described the result as “jump ball.” In other words... “who knows.” It is back to the drawing boards for the Trustees. After over 30 years of debate, it appears that we are not close to a decision on the St Paul’s question.
If anything, the residents said NO to
all the major proposals.
Stated simply, it appears to me that Garden City residents are saying they do not want to spend any money on an antiquated, 150-year old, unneeded, grossly expensive building. At the August 12 meeting Mayor Finneran stated that no questions from the audience, relating to how to proceed from here, would be allowed.
The reason, I would surmise, is that there is no “plan B.”
George M. Salem
Tuesday’s presentation was interesting in that the survey showed there was insufficient support for the adapted reuse of St Paul’s. I thought I would share my initial thought, but more analysis is needed to fully understand the results.
While the presenter explained that 40% likely supported adapted re-use, the correct conclusion should have been that 60% didn’t support adapted re-use. Partial replacement wasn’t supported by 69% and mothballing wasn’t supported by 86%.
Adapted re-use had a ballpark estimate (too low) at $68 million. Not part of survey - My estimate for bonding that amount for 15 years including operating and support costs would be over $1,500 yearly increase in taxes.
Yet only 13% supported paying $1,500 yearly tax increase and 58% supported $500 or less (50% zero) in yearly tax increase.
What to conclude - 40% want adaptive re-use, but 87% don’t want to pay $1,500 for it.
Thomas Ryan
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Critics of the survey complained that no option to demolish the building was included among the choices. Members of the Board of Trustees have defended that decision because they say an opinion poll in October 2023 showed that the public wants to move ahead with some kind of preservation of the building. However, at the time some residents said the 2023 poll was flawed because its choices were limited.
While the new survey did not include an option for demolition, during the period of time when it was being returned, some residents urged respondents to indicate that they would not support any of the options listed, and to write-in that they support demolition.
Rodenhauser noted that 33% of the surveys contained comments favoring demolition or removal of the building.
For the “Adaptive Reuse” option 53% of respondents were either opposed to the option or were somewhat unlikely to support it.
For the “Partial Replacement” option 59% said they were either opposed to the option or were somewhat unlikely to support it.
For the “Mothballing” option 77% said they were either opposed to the option or were somewhat unlikely to support it.
Rodenhauser said that 45% of respondents said they would not support any of the three options.
Rodenhauser also delved into the supporting “cross tab” data indicating which groups of residents supported the proposals. He noted that those over 65 were less likely to support them, while those with higher
• 45% would not support any option
• 48% likely to support at least 1 option
• Age 65+ less likely to support; higher incomes more likely to support
(self-reported) incomes were more likely to support them.
When it came to paying for the building proposals, 50% of respondents said that they would not support any increase in property taxes, while a total of 45% said they would support a tax increase in varying amounts from $500 a year to $1500 a year.
According to Rodenhauser, of the 7500 surveys sent to Garden City households, 2,258 were returned.
Rodenhauser said the response rate was exceptionally high, and was “the highest response rate in any survey we’ve done.”
The slide show presented by Rodehauser, as well as a report on the survey are available on the Village of Garden City website at: https://www.gardencityny. net/291/A-New-Approach-for-2025
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Long Island Children's Museum (LICM) will host its annual "Honey Hoopla" event on Saturday, August 16 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in celebration of National Honeybee Day. This buzz-worthy family event offers visitors the opportunity to discover the vital role honeybees play in our ecosystem through interactive activities, educational presentations, and live theater performances.
"Bee amazed" at this comprehensive celebration that combines learning and entertainment for all ages. The event features:
• Learn about LICM's beekeeping practices and view tools used by beekeepers, including a brood box, honeycomb frames, a smoker and hive tools. Got a bee question? Today's the day to ask!
• Hands-on bee-themed crafts for children and families, including making a birthday candle from natural beeswax and creating your own colorful bee hat
• Satisfy your sweet tooth as your sample different varieties of honey
The highlight of Honey Hoopla will be live theater performances inspired by the book Beezy County Fair: A Bee Tale by Gay Thomas. Shows are scheduled for 11 a.m., 12:15 p.m., 1:30 p.m., and 2:45 p.m., with a separate ticket required for the performance. The shows will be offered at a special rate, with tickets priced at $5 with Museum admission, $4 for Members and $10 for Theater only.
As a special bonus, each family purchasing theater tickets will receive a complimentary copy of Beezy County Fair: A Bee Tale to take home. Author Gay Thomas will be present throughout the day to sign books for audience members following each performance.
The Long Island Children's Museum is dedicated to educating visitors about the important role honeybees play in our environment and food systems. Through the museum's on-site colonies and "Name a Honeybee" campaign, LICM continues to support conservation efforts while providing hands-on learning opportuni-
Become a bee advocate at LICM on National Honeybee Day.
ties that inspire the next generation of environmental stewards.
"Honey Hoopla represents everything we believe in at Long Island Children's Museum – hands-on learn-
ing that sparks curiosity and wonder," said Erika S. Floreska, LICM President. "Through our partnership with local beekeepers and our own on-site hives, children discover how these remarkable insects impact their daily lives, from the food on their tables to the flowers in their gardens. Events like this help us fulfill our mission of connecting children to a life of wonder, imagination and exploration while teaching them to be stewards of our environment."
The Feasts for Beasts gallery features a large indoor observation beehive. The observation hive is housed between large sheets of plexi-glass where visitors can watch the bees hard at work building combs, filling them with honey and tending to the Queen. The space is illuminated by red light to enable viewing with minimal impact on the bees' natural behavior. The bees can come and go at will through a tube connecting the hive to the outside world.
The "Name a Honeybee" campaign allows visitors to directly support the museum's beekeeping and educational initiatives while fostering a personal connection to these essential pollinators. Join the bees already named in The Hive studio, located behind Feasts for Beasts, including Buzzette, Aunt Bee Bee, Bee-ver, Stinger, Lib-bee, Mr. Honeycomb, Melissa My Cutie Bee, Blossom, Buttercup and many more!
Honey Hoopla is made possible with support from bee lovers and fans of LICM throughout the community.
For more information about Honey Hoopla, to name your honeybee and to purchase theater tickets, visit licm.org/honeyhoopla/.
Museum admission: $18 for adults and children over 1 year old, $16 for seniors, FREE to museum members and children under 1 year old. Carousel rides require separate tickets. For additional information, contact 516-224-5800.
Summer Hours: (July-August) Monday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Join the Chamber for the Friday Night Beach Bash on Friday, August 15! Wear your best beach attire and get ready to dance, mingle, and celebrate summer under the beautiful August sunset. Don’t miss this perfect night of community fun at the 7th Street beach club! The fun kicks off at 6 p.m. and will
have something for the entire family!
The Chamber would like to also remind everyone to mark their calendars for some exciting upcoming events:
• August 15: Beach Bash
Promenade, Seventh Street
• September 20: Garden City
Homecoming
• September 26: Ryder Cup Festival, Seventh Street
The Garden City Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to the prosperity of its member businesses and to the preservation of the quality, character and vitality of the greater community,
and by organizing these events, the Chamber hopes to share the their mission with the residents of this great Village. For more information on the Chamber of Commerce, calendars of events and ribbon cutting information, please visit www.gardencitychamber. org or call 516-746-7724.
Part-One: Safe Driving
It’s that time of year again; summer vacation is almost over, and schools are reopening. With that in mind, the Garden City Police Department will be issuing their annual four-part series of articles to address Back to School Safety Issues. Part One will address “Safe Driving Practices,” Part Two “School Bus Safety,” Part Three “Pedestrian and Bicyclist Safety,” and Part Four “Stranger Danger.”
When schools open in the morning and close in the afternoon, the areas around schools are very busy and crowded. Parents and other adults can do much to improve traffic safety around our schools by driving cautiously, teaching their children safe practices, and limiting vehicle trips. In some cases, parents and other adults may be the cause of safety concerns. Drivers should obey the directions of Police Officers and Crossing Guards as well as all traffic laws and apply the following safety practices.
“Safe Driving Practices”:
• When dropping off or picking up children at school, avoid parking on the opposite side of the street from the school. If you must park on the opposite side of the street, NEVER call your children to your car. Always meet them on the school side of the road and walk them to your vehicle. Also, talk with them about what to do if you are not there on time.
• Make sure children are careful opening car doors. Children should always get in and out of your vehicle through the rear curbside door.
• Drivers should not double park or block traffic. Parking or waiting in red zones, such as disabled parking areas and no-stopping zones, is prohibited.
• Do not block school buses or use areas designated for buses only.
• Never stop or park in a crosswalk or within the posted crosswalk “No Parking” area. Students and other pedestrians rely on the crosswalk and need the visibility that the posted no-parking buffer provides to cross the street safely.
• Do not violate the law by using the excuse “I’ll just be here for a minute” when picking up or dropping off students.
• U-turns are illegal within school zones. Avoid turning around in neighboring driveways. It is hard enough to see children and even harder when you are backing up or making U-turns.
• When backing up from a driveway or garage, be aware that children may be walking or bicycling to or from a school or school bus.
• Never leave a child of any age in a vehicle without adult supervision. A small child may rapidly suffer dehydration, heat exhaustion, and consequent organ failure. Older children could play games that may lead to tragedy.
• Learn the traffic patterns at the schools to avoid being a disruption.
• SLOW DOWN! You are free to drive even slower than the posted school zone speed limit and should always be considered when conditions warrant it, such as heavy rain, snow, fog, icy roads, darkness, or heavy traffic conditions.
• NEVER pass a stopped school bus when its red flashing lights are on. Whether you are behind the bus or approaching from the opposite direction, you must come to a complete stop and remain stopped until the warning lights are off. Be advised that many buses are now equipped with cameras, which may result in violators receiving tickets for passing a stopped school bus.
Motorists should keep in mind that young children usually see and hear differently than adults. Children only have two-thirds of the peripheral vision adults have, and they have difficulty determining the source of a sound. They are still learning to judge distance and speed. When a car is approaching them, they cannot accurately judge how fast it travels or how long it will take to cover the distance. Children generally focus on one thing at a time. If they are playing with friends or riding bikes, it is unlikely they will be aware of your vehicle. Children are spontaneous and have trouble stopping an action once started. Children also tend to overestimate their abilities, thinking they can run across a street before the light changes or a car approaches.
If parents and other motorists make it a habit to incorporate these safe practices into their routines, the risk of injury or death to anyone in the school zone will be significantly reduced.
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Professor Spencer Gee, The Wyndham’s esteemed tai chi instructor for the past 15 years, has been selected to present at the National Qigong Association Conference, the premier worldwide gathering of tai chi and qigong experts. The conference brings together leading experts, practitioners, and enthusiasts from across the world to share knowledge, research, and best practices in tai chi and qigong. The event will be held September 25–26, 2025 at the historic John Marshall Ballrooms in Richmond, Virginia.
Professor Gee, who has also served as an adjunct professor of self-defense and tai chi at Hofstra University for the past 25 years, will deliver a powerful and inspiring presentation titled: “The Benefits of Treating Early-Stage Parkinson’s Disease with Tai Chi.” Parkinson’s is the fastest growing neurodegenerative disease in the world and even though it was discovered more than 200 years ago, there still is no cure for the disease. In his session, Professor Gee will share how the ancient practice of tai chi can enhance balance, flexibility and overall quality of life in individuals living with Parkinson’s disease and which also has the potential to slow progression of the disease.
Professor Gee’s work has touched count-
less lives, and his selection as a presenter is a recognition of his expertise, education, and contributions to the field over decades of teaching and research. His recognition highlights both his mastery of the art and his dedication to helping others — especially those suffering from the effects of Parkinson’s disease — live with vitality and confidence.
The information about the homes and the photos were obtained through the Multiple Listing Services of Long Island. The homes presented were selected based solely on the fact that they were recently sold. Mortgage Rates this week from www.nerdwallet.com
Long Island Sales Data From One Key MLS
Date: 08/11/2025
Sold price: $2,167,000
4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 1 half bath
Architectural Style: Colonial
Property Size: .25 acre
Annual Taxes: $22,205
MLS number: 852683
The Seller’s Team: Andrea Bharucha, Howard Hanna Coach
The Buyer’s Team: Cheryl Adams McAulliffe, Howard Hanna Coach
This isn’t just a home—it’s *the* one you’ve been waiting for. Just a short stroll from Country Life Press and town, this show stopping side hall Colonial was gutted to the studs and completely reinvented in 2014 with today’s lifestyle in mind. With four spacious bedrooms and two-and-a-half baths, this beauty brings the wow-factor—from the formal living and dining rooms to an entertainer’s dream kitchen. Picture an oversized island, top-tier appliances, and seamless flow into a sun-drenched great room that anchors the home in warmth and style. Highlights include a walk-in pantry, a mudroom, and a private home office—everything you need for effortless living. Set on an oversized 75’ x 146’ lot, the lush, landscaped yard is your very own outdoor oasis—perfect for summer soiree and spontaneous gatherings. Your summer sanctuary is officially on the market!
Date: 08/11/2025
Sold price: $1,510,000
3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, 1 half bath
Architectural Style: Colonial
Property Size: .15 acre
Annual taxes: $22,878
MLS number: 858935
The Seller’s Team: James Silk, Four Seasons Realty
The Buyer’s Team: Nancy Giannone, Howard Hanna Coach
Charming Colonial in Prime Location with Spacious Layout Welcome to this beautifully maintained Colonial home, ideally situated in the middle of a quiet, tree-lined street. Offering timeless charm and modern comfort, this residence features 3 generously sized bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, providing ample space for residents and guests. Step inside to find a formal living room with a classic wood-burning fireplace—perfect for cozy evenings—alongside a bright formal dining room ideal for entertaining. The full finished basement offers flexible space for a media room, home office, or gym, while the full unfinished attic presents an opportunity for future expansion or storage. Enjoy the serenity of a private backyard, perfect for gardening, relaxing, or summer gatherings. Located in a sought-after neighborhood close to schools, parks, and local amenities, this home combines character, comfort, and convenience. Don’t miss the chance to make this exceptional Colonial your forever home! When you arrive, you can’t help to sing the classic song “Our House” by Madness when you see that this house is in the middle of the street.
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The Garden City Public Library will be holding a blood drive on Thursday, August 21, from 1 – 7 p.m. in the Large Meeting room on the lower level of the Library. Area hospitals are in need of local residents’ help as there is a sharp decline in local blood donations.
Every registered donor will receive a pair of Mets tickets (electronically fulfilled), a free T-shirt, and a voucher to redeem a free beverage at a local participating venue.
Appointments are strongly preferred. Walk-ins are welcomed. To schedule an appointment, please visit the Garden City Public Library website at www.gardencitypl.org, scan the QR code, click on the link or call 1-800-933-BLOOD to schedule an appointment or for any medical questions concerning blood donations.
Please remember to eat a good meal, drink fluids and bring your donor ID card or an ID with photo. Anyone 17 to 75 can donate blood. If you are 16, you need your parents’ permission. Those permission slips can be emailed to you or filled out on site if your parent is with you. If you are over 75, you can donate if you have a doctor’s note.
https://donate.nybc.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/326947
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Members of the 2025 Garden City Chapter of the National Charity League have been hard at work this summer giving their time to several charitable and non-profit organizations. The Book Fairies, Big Brothers/Big Sisters and the National Council of Jewish Women are just a few of the groups this chapter supports. Liz and Grace Golden and Katherine and Jennifer O’Hanlon spent the afternoon at the
National Council of Jewish Women’s annual Back to School Store, where elementary school students from underprivileged communities came to “shop” for everything they need for back to school.
For more information which explains a bit about the Garden City chapter and when the next membership drive is, go to the website at: https://www.nationalcharityleague.org/chapter/gardencity/
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!
Beginning Tuesday, September 30, Andrea will be back teaching Zumba Gold, at the Senior Center from 10:3011:15. Registration forms are available at the Senior Center and the Recreation Office. The 8 week session will cost $65, please register using Community Pass or see Felicia at the Senior Center.
Friday, September 19, at noon
The Grand Pavilion for Rehabilitation & Nursing at Rockville Centre will be, once again, sponsoring a complimentary barbecue at the Senior Center. Space is limited, to register, please stop by the Senior Center front desk or call (516) 385-8006.
A trip to The Argyle Theatre in Babylon to see the “Neil Diamond Experience”, and Lunch at La Famiglia. Saturday, Nov 1st, recreation bus leaves at 11:15, lunch at 12:30 show at 2:30. *Please note the seats are balcony seats, there are stairs involved. Tickets are $70, checks payable to the “The Argyle Theatre” and $50 cash for lunch, both payable at time of registration. To register, please stop by the Senior Center front desk. Space is limited. Deadline is August 27.
Field 6, Tuesday, August 19
(rain date: Thursday August 21)
Bus leaves the Senior Center at 10:30, spend the day at the beach. Lunch is on your own (bring or buy), walk the boardwalk, or sit on the beach (bring a chair, hat, umbrella, and sunscreen). Bus will depart Field 6 to come home at approximately 2:30. Cost: $5 cash only. To register, please stop by the Senior Center front desk. Space is limited.
ALL TIME SLOTS ARE FULL! Computer classes will resume at the Senior Center. We are offering two One on One 20 minute sessions between 11:00–1:00 on Thursdays, September 4, and September 25. Please call the Senior Center to reserve your time slot. (516) 385-8006. Bring your laptop, ipad, iphone, android phone, etc. . To register, please stop by the Senior Center front desk or call (516) 385-8006.
If you are interested in the “Shades of Ireland” trip scheduled for next April 30–May 9, 2026, through AAA Member Choice Vacations, stop by and pick up a brochure at the Senior Center. We will have another Travel Presentation at the Senior Center on Wednesday, October 1, at 11:15. For more information, please contact Maureen Wind at (516) 873-5136 or email her at mwind@aaanortheast.com.
On Tuesday, August 26, at 11:00, NYU EMS Long Island will be at the Senior Center presenting, “Stop the Bleed”. To register, please stop by the Senior Center front desk or call (516) 385-8006.
Wednesday, September 24
We will be heading to the John W. Engeman Theater in Northport to see “Come From Away”. Show is at 2:00, the Recreation bus will leave at 12:30 from across the street from the Senior Center. Register at the Senior Center front desk, $65 make checks payable to “John W. Engeman Theater”. DEADLINE: September 12.
Join us on Tuesday afternoons, at the Senior Center from 1:00–3:00 for Open Ping Pong. This is a drop-in program, bring a friend!
Chair yoga schedule for Tania at the senior center. 9:15–9:45 Meditation, 9:45–10:45 Chair Yoga class. July 29 will be Tania’s final Tuesday class. Cathy will teach chair yoga on August 19. Tania will return in the fall on Thursdays.
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!
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.
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.
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engagement, with nearly 1,000 students taking part in the SCOPE enrichment program and a successful extended school year for students with special needs. Over the summer, staff logged about 600 hours of curriculum work across grade levels, including interdisciplinary projects. The district’s literacy review is nearly complete and will be presented in September by CASDA consultants. Meanwhile, the Universal Pre-K program continues to grow, now operating at four sites and serving 146 students—up from just two sections three years ago.
The superintendent also addressed new “distraction-free schools” legislation beginning this September. This will bar the use of internet-enabled devices during the school day and require compliance reporting to the state. All related policies can be found on the district website. Related to technology, the district plans to roll out iPads to 10th graders and 6th graders for educational purposes at the start of the year.
Facilities work has been moving quickly, with major projects such as high school bleacher and boiler replacement, basketball court resurfacing, gym curtain upgrades, and HVAC installations in cafeterias and prima-
ry classrooms nearing completion. Turf upgrades for softball, baseball, and a new multi-use field are on track, with the infields expected to finish by mid-September and the multi-use field by early November. Work has also started on a major high school addition that will include a weight room, outdoor bathrooms, and concessions. “I have never seen projects move as quickly as I have this summer,” said Sinha.
Staffing is strong heading into the school year. Over the summer, the district hired more than 25 teachers, administrators, and occupational therapists. Four teacher aide positions remain open, and several nurse hires are still in progress. New teacher orientation begins next week.
This year, the district will launch “Lunch for All Learners,” a state-funded program providing free meals to all students. Meals, including sandwiches, bento boxes, and yogurt parfaits, will be pre-ordered, prepared at middle or high school cafeterias, delivered daily, and stored in on-site refrigerators for distribution by lunch monitors. A breakfast option is under consideration for the future.
During public comment, residents raised concerns about literacy instruction, specifically whether the upcoming consultant report would address the
impact of general education reading programs on special education students. Others questioned whether declining NWEA scores, below-grade-level reading materials, and fewer opportunities for students to read aloud in class were being addressed. The board confirmed that these issues are part of the CASDA literacy review and will be discussed when the findings are presented in September, with the report posted online afterward.
The board also discussed potential collaboration with the village if the St.
Paul’s site is redeveloped, considering its use to expand universal pre-K and add space for other programs. They also reiterated concerns about a state proposal to run high-voltage transmission lines through Garden City, with one possible route impacting Stewart Field.
Students will return to school on September 2, following the superintendent’s conference days for staff on August 27–28. Upcoming board of education meetings take place on September 9 and September 16 at the Garden City High School.
Pt. Lookout Beach Cleanup 8/24
If you would like to give back to our beautiful Long Island beaches and help create a safer environment for marine animals, consider volunteering at one of the Town of Hempstead (TOH) Beach Cleanups.
The TOH has joined forces with the Atlantic Marine Conservation Society (AMSEAS) to conduct beach cleanups at Point Lookout Town Park and Lido Beach Town Park. Since 2021 the TOH reports that almost a ton of trash has been removed each year.
Volunteers are asked to bring their own gloves. They are provided with buckets and pickers to collect trash, as well as a data sheet to check off what types of trash they have found on the beach. This information is shared with NOAA fisheries.
The next TOH Beach Cleanup will be on August 24, from 9:00 am-12:00 pm. Register at https://hempsteadny. gov/beachcleanups
Other beach cleanups will be on 9/20 and 10/26.
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Hey folks, this past Tuesday evening the Board held its first of two Town Halls regarding BCI’s analysis of the St. Paul’s building survey. There was a good crowd in the Board Room, and on Zoom as well. Both the BCI and ETC documents make for interesting and informative reading and can be found on the village website. Additionally, a recording of the Zoom has been posted on the Garden City website and social media accounts. The second Town Hall will be scheduled for mid-September (we are looking at the week of September 15).
The pool is entering its last twoplus weeks of operation. It’s been a great season and Andy Hill’s team has worked hard to keep the facility “ship-shape” and maintain that beautiful “cool breeze” for all its members.
A little “inside baseball” factoid…we hope to have a new slide ordered and ready to go for kids of all ages next season… can’t promise but we are working toward that goal.
See ya around town….Ed F.
It’s been one year since the Recreation Department’s Blue Bird bus arrived and was put to good use! In the past year, seniors have used the
bus to see several shows at the Argyle Theatre, the Madison Theatre at Molloy University, exhibits at the Nassau County Museum Museum of Art, teas at Old Westbury Gardens and just last week a trip to Adventureland for our younger residents. Next week the Recreation Department is scheduled to take the bus to Jones Beach, with many more to come, including a trip in September to the John W. Engeman Theater in Northport to see Come From Away. In November, the bus will return to the Argyle Theater to see the “Neil Diamond Experience.” For more information on these upcoming trips, please stop by the Senior Center front desk or call (516) 385-8006. The Village applied for CREST (Community Resiliency, Economic Sustainability, and Technology Program) grant monies through Senator Kevin Thomas’ office for the purchase of the air-conditioned, 44-passenger bus.
It’s that time of year again; summer vacation is sadly entering its last couple of weeks and kids will be back school before you know it. With that in mind, the Garden City Police Department will be issuing its annual fourpart series of articles to address back-to-school safety issues. Part One will address “Safe Driving Practices,” Part Two “School Bus Safety,” Part Three “Pedestrian and Bicyclist Safety” and Part Four “Stranger Danger.”
When schools open in the morning and close in the afternoon, the areas around schools are very busy and crowded. Parents and other adults can do much to improve traffic safety around our schools by driving cautiously, teaching their children safe practices, and limiting vehicle trips. In some cases, parents and other adults may be the cause of safety concerns. Drivers should obey the directions of Police Officers and Crossing Guards as well as all traffic laws and apply the following safety practices:
• When dropping off or picking up children at school, avoid parking on the opposite side of the street from the school. If you must park on the opposite side of the street, NEVER call your children to your car. Always meet them on the school side of the road and walk them to your vehicle. Also, talk with them about what to do if you are not there on time.
• Make sure children are careful opening car doors. Children should always get in and out of your vehicle through the rear curbside door.
• Drivers should not double park or block traffic. Parking or waiting in red zones, such as disabled parking areas and no-stopping zones, is prohibited.
• Do not block school buses or use areas designated for buses only.
• Never stop or park in a crosswalk or within the posted crosswalk “No Parking” area. Students and other pedestrians rely on the crosswalk and need the visibility that the posted no-parking buffer provides to cross the street safely.
• Do not violate the law by using the excuse “I’ll just be here for a minute” when picking up or dropping off students.
• U-turns are illegal within school zones. Avoid turning around in neighboring driveways. It is hard enough to see children and even harder when
you are backing up or making U-turns.
• When backing up from a driveway or garage, be aware that children may be walking or bicycling to or from a school or school bus.
• Never leave a child of any age in a vehicle without adult supervision. A small child may rapidly suffer dehydration, heat exhaustion, and consequent organ failure. Older children could play games that may lead to tragedy.
• Learn the traffic patterns at the schools to avoid being a disruption.
• SLOW DOWN! You are free to drive even slower than the posted school zone speed limit and should always be considered when conditions warrant it, such as heavy rain, snow, fog, icy roads, darkness, or heavy traffic conditions.
• NEVER pass a stopped school bus when its red flashing lights are on. Whether you are behind the bus or approaching from the opposite direction, you must come to a complete stop and remain stopped until the warning lights are off. Be advised that many buses are now equipped with cameras, which may result in violators receiving tickets for passing a stopped school bus.
Motorists should keep in mind that young children usually see and hear differently than adults. Children only have two-thirds of the peripheral vision adults have, and they have difficulty determining the source of a sound. They are still learning to judge distance and speed. When a car is approaching them, they cannot accurately judge how fast it travels or how long it will take to cover the distance. Children generally focus on one thing at a time. If they are playing with friends or riding bikes, it is unlikely they will be aware of your vehicle. Children are spontaneous and have trouble stopping an action once\ started. Children also tend to overestimate their abilities, thinking they can run across a street before the light changes or a car approaches.
If parents and other motorists make it a habit to incorporate these safe practices into their routines, the risk of injury or death to anyone in the school zone will be significantly reduced.
The Garden City Public Library will hold a blood drive on Thursday, August 21, 2025, 1:00 – 7:00 PM in the large meeting room on the lower level of the Library. Every registered donor will receive a free T-shirt and a voucher to redeem a free beverage at a local participating venue. Appointments are strongly preferred;
Stolen bicycle
On August 6 an unknown subject stole a bicycle from a garage on Wyatt Road.
Car door checks
Officers on August 6 investigated a complaint about individuals reportedly checking car door handles on Washington Avenue and 11th Street.
Multiple traffic charges
A Stewart Avenue motorist was charged on August 6 with excessive speed, operating an unregistered auto, and uninsured operation.
Hit-and-run SUV
On August 6, a black SUV reportedly left the scene after striking and damaging a vehicle on Merillon Avenue.
Overweight truck violation
A truck operator on Stewart Avenue was charged on August 6 with driving an overweight vehicle in a non-commercial zone.
Vehicle stolen
On August 7, a vehicle was reported stolen from Parking Field #12.
License and load violations
A Clinton Road truck operator was charged on August 7 with driving without a commercial license and with an unsecured load.
Fraudulent check
On August 7, officers investigated a report of a fraudulent check being cashed against an agency’s bank account.
Multiple violations
A Clinton Road truck operator was charged on August 7 with driving an overweight vehicle and unlicensed operation.
Fire alarm activations
Garden City Police and Firefighters responded to a fire alarm on August 7 that was triggered by burnt food and another activated by shower steam.
Unlocked door
On August 7, officers responded to a residence for a burglary alarm and found an unlocked door; all appeared in order after investigation.
Hit-and-run bicyclist
A 40-year-old male motorist was charged on August 8 with leaving the scene of an accident. Police say that on July 30, the man drove away after striking a bicyclist on Cherry Valley Avenue, causing minor injuries.
Restaurant theft
On August 8, a male subject report-
edly entered a restaurant and stole multiple checks that had been left on a chair.
False fire alarm
Garden City Police and Firefighters on August 8 responded to a resi dence for a fire alarm that was activated in error.
Sunglasses stolen
On August 8, sunglasses were reported stolen from a vehicle parked on Warton Place.
Unsafe lane violations
A Franklin Avenue motorist was charged on August 8 with multiple unsafe lane usage violations.
CO alarm assist
On August 8, officers assisted firefighters who responded to a home for a carbon monoxide alarm and deemed the area safe.
License and speeding violations
A Clinton Road motorist was charged on August 8 with unlicensed operation and excessive speed.
Kitten rescue
Officers on August 8 assisted firefighters in rescuing a kitten trapped in a vehicle’s undercarriage; the animal was taken to a local veterinarian for evaluation.
Vehicle damaged
On August 8, a vehicle was reportedly damaged while parked in a Franklin Avenue parking garage.
Unsafe lane and license charges
A Cherry Valley Avenue motorist was charged on August 8 with unlicensed operation and unsafe lane usage.
Medicaid scam calls
On August 8, a victim reported receiving multiple scam phone calls from persons claiming to be from Medicaid.
11 suspensions
On August 9, a Washington Avenue motorist was arrested for allegedly driving with a revoked license for a previous DWI, 11 license suspensions, improper plates, uninsured operation, and having an open alcoholic container in the vehicle.
Bank account breach
On August 9 a victim reported that his bank account had been breached after discovering an unauthorized charge.
Suspended registration
On August 9, a Clinton Road motorist was charged with driving with a suspended registration, unlicensed operation, and uninsured auto.
Commercial truck violations
A Commercial Avenue truck operator was charged on August 9 with driving in a non-commercial zone, excessive speed, and unsafe lane use.
Stolen and altered check
On August 9, a check placed in the mail was reported stolen, altered, and cashed.
Tinted windows
A Stewart Avenue motorist was charged on August 9 with driving with a suspended registration and tinted windows.
Two fire alarms
On August 9, the GCFD and GCPD responded to two fire alarms—one
triggered by burnt food and the other by a faulty detector.
Forged license arrest
Upon investigating a crash on August 10 involving a vehicle striking an unoccupied police vehicle on Tanners Pond Road, officers arrested the 20-year-old driver for possession of two forged driver’s licenses and multiple traffic violations. At the time, the officer assigned to the vehicle had been searching Nassau Haven Park for a missing person.
Speed and insurance
A Clinton Road motorist was charged on August 10 with excessive speed and uninsured operation.
Burnt food alarms
On August 10, firefighters and officers responded to two fire alarms activated by burnt food.
Truck zone violation
A Clinton Road truck operator was charged on August 10 with driving in a non-commercial zone and uninsured operation.
Panic alarm false
On August 10, officers responded to
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William (Bill) Carman Doherty died peacefully on August 10, 2025, at age 88 after a long and courageous battle with lung cancer.
Bill was born in Dorchester, MA, to Vincent Doherty and Jessie McLeod. After the passing of his father when Bill was just five years old, he was raised by his devoted mother. He was raised in Reading, MA, where he graduated high school with honors and served as captain of the basketball team. In his younger years, Bill’s summers were often spent in Nova Scotia at his uncle’s farm, where he developed a lifelong love for farming, tractors, and the simple pleasures of rural life.
Bill attended Northeastern University through its cooperative work-study program, playing basketball and earning his bachelor’s degree in accounting. Following graduation, Bill served two years as a captain in the U.S. Army, stationed in Colorado Springs, CO, and spending time abroad in France.
After his service, Bill began his career as an accountant with Lybrand, Ross Brothers &
February 4, 1924 – August 7, 2025
Doris Jean Hahn was born in Philadelphia, PA on February 4, 1924. She was the second child of Anna Marie Scouler Hahn and Edgar Howell Hahn whose first child, Edgar, died during the pandemic of 1918. Doris was raised as an only child, but had 18 cousins. Her family moved to Long Island when she was 7 years old, and she spent her happy childhood visiting family in PA often.
Doris graduated from Sewanhaka High School in 1941 and Adelphi College in 1945. She became a member of the Delta Delta Delta sorority while at Adelphi and was a lifelong Tri-Delta, active in the Panhellenic Society. Doris went to work in Manhattan after she graduated from Adelphi, and met lifelong friends at her first job at Liberty Mutual - all of them fresh graduates.
Doris met her husband - as she often said, the only man she ever
wanted to marry - George Wallace Buck - at the Marble Collegiate Church in 1959. They married in August 1961 at the Cathedral of the Incarnation, and soon had three children. She completed a Masters in education at Hofstra, and was set to become a teacher when she learned she was expecting her 3rd child, which ended that plan.
Doris and George raised their children in Stewart Manor, were active in the Cathedral as their children grew, and remained regular worshippers until George’s passing in 2018. Doris and George were married for 57 years in which they raised three children and welcomed four grandchildren. They enjoyed being actively involved in their grandchildren’s lives.
After a difficult period following George’s death, Doris was becoming more like her usual self when the pandemic hit, and she became more isolated in March 2020.
Montgomery. Around this time, he met the love of his life, Betty. The two married and began their 53-year journey together, moving to Garden City, NY. Bill served as Controller at Precision Fabricators Inc. for 25 years, later working as an internal auditor at Mutual of America for a decade before retiring. Along the way, he earned his CPA designation and built a reputation for professionalism and integrity.
Above all, Bill was a devoted father to his two sons, Chris and Dan. His greatest joy came from being present in their lives—attending their sporting events, concerts, performances, graduations, and any milestone, big or small. He took pride in everything they accomplished and encouraged them to pursue their passions wholeheartedly. No matter the circumstances, Bill was a steadfast source of support, guidance, and love for his sons.
For the past 45 years, Bill was a proud resident of Garden City, NY, where he raised his family and built lifelong friendships. He was a dedicated member of the Presbyterian Church in Garden City, serving faithfully as the church’s financial
steward. Known for his creativity and resourcefulness, Bill developed inventive fundraising opportunities that helped keep the church financially strong. Every Sunday, without fail, he could be found in the pews, surrounded by his loving family.
Bill cherished family trips to Nags Head, NC, was an avid reader, and had a deep appreciation for music— from Buddy Holly and Neil Diamond to Scottish fiddle tunes. A lifelong sports enthusiast, Bill grew up a loyal Red Sox, Celtics, and Bruins fan, but after settling on Long Island, he developed a fondness for the Mets, Jets, and Islanders—cheering them on with equal passion. He and Betty shared a love of travel, exploring new places together over the decades.
After a hospital stay in 2021 she contracted COVID while in a rehabilitation center. Doris’s strength and resilience kept her going. She was ever hopeful that she would be able to get back to the activities she loved and continued to sport her signature red lip.
Doris was astonished - and happy - to have lived to be 101. She was delighted to have a 100th birthday celebration with over 100 cards and wishes from friends and family. She continued to have many moments of vibrancy and joy well into her 101st year and died peacefully.
Doris is survived by her children Maria Gorecki and son-inlaw Thomas, her daughter Diana Campbell and son-in-law Patrick, and her son David and daughter-in-law Laura. She is also survived by her grandchildren Katherine Gorecki, Deanna Solomon (Michael), Matthew Buck and Alana Campbell. She was well loved and will be missed.
Bill was a true gentleman—kind, honest, and steady in both words and actions. His witty sense of humor brought levity to any gathering, and his calm nature was a source of comfort to family and friends alike. He lived with integrity, led by quiet example, and touched the lives of all who had the privilege to know him. His legacy will live on in the love he shared, the values he instilled, and the countless memories he leaves behind.
He is survived by his loving wife, Betty; two sons, Christopher and Daniel; their wives, Chakira and Erin; and six cherished grandchildren: Mary, Annie, Elizabeth, Eva, Audra, and Ty.
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Right Reverend Daniel S. A. Allotey
On August 8th at the Cathedral of the Incarnation, the Episcopal Diocese of Long Island held a final, prayerful farewell for the Right Reverend Daniel S. A. Allotey, who served the Diocese faithfully for a decade. Bishop Allotey passed away on July 28, leaving behind a legacy of spiritual leadership, international bridge-building, and unwavering dedication to the Anglican Communion.
Originally from Ghana, Bishop Allotey served as the Bishop of Cape Coast from 2003 until 2014. The Diocese of Cape Coast is part of the Church of the Province of West Africa, and during his time there, Bishop Allotey became known as a strong advocate for reconciliation amid Ghana’s political and ethnic tensions. He was instrumental in strengthening the Diocese’s ties with the Church of England’s Diocese of Portsmouth at a time when the Anglican Communion faced deep internal divisions.
In 2014, Bishop Allotey brought his ministry to the Diocese of Long Island, where he served as Assisting Bishop until his death. His work here included building enduring partnerships between the Diocese of Cape Coast and several Episcopal communities in New York and beyond, including St. Augustine’s and Trinity Church Wall Street, as well as fostering international relationships with the Scottish Episcopal Diocese of Edinburgh.
In Brooklyn, Bishop Allotey also served as Bishop-in-Residence at St. Gabriel’s Episcopal Church and as Interim Pastor at St. Augustine’s Episcopal Church. His ministry was
marked by warmth, humility, and a passion for cross-cultural dialogue and cooperation.
Bishop Allotey received his theological education at institutions in Ghana and the United Kingdom, including the Theological Seminary in Legon, the Federation of Selly Oak Colleges in Birmingham, and the University of Cape Coast.
He is survived by his wife, two daughters, a son, and a granddaughter. Mourners across continents remember him not only as a devoted clergyman but also as a man of deep faith, integrity, and generosity.
He was a bridge across churches, cultures, and countries. His legacy is one of unity and love in service of the Gospel.
efinneran@gardencityny.net
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but walk-ins are welcomed. To schedule an appointment, please visit the Garden City Public Library website at www.gardencitypl.org or call 1-800-933BLOOD to schedule an appointment or for any medical questions concerning blood donations.
The Chamber of Commerce is holding its next promenade is this Friday, August 15. Enjoy a summer’s night dancing and enjoying the many fine dining options downtown. Seventh Street will close between Franklin and Hilton avenues from 5:00 to 10:00 p.m.
In cooperation with Steve Dassa Entertainment, the Recreation Department’s Thursday Night Summer Concert series continues August 21! Shows are held at the Gazebo on the Village Green, located on the corner of Stewart and Hilton Avenues and begin at 7:15 p.m. In the event of rain, shows are moved indoors to Cluett Hall, located at 295 Stewart Ave. Due to limited seating, proof of residency in the Inc. Village will be required for admission.
• August 21: Get a “Peaceful Easy Feeling” and “Take It Easy” with a Tribute to The Eagles by Desert Highway.
BY AHMED AHMED
Did you know people who walk 7,000 steps a day have a 47% lower risk of mortality?
Yup, according to a 2019 study in JAMA, it’s true…
But for many people who struggle with knee and hip pain…
That many steps can set them back, especially if they’re carrying extra weight.
With every step, your knee absorbs forces between 2 and 4.5 times your body weight…
And if your knee can’t handle it alone because it’s not strong enough, your hip compensates…
Leading to even more aches.
Here’s the thing…
Your weight can either help protect your joints’ health or accelerate their wear and tear.
A 2022 review published in Osteoarthritis and Cartilage found that people who are overweight or obese have 2 to 3 times the risk of developing knee osteoarthritis compared to those at a healthy weight...
Plus, for every 5-point increase in BMI, the risk of knee osteoarthritis soars by about 40%!
But the strain on your joints isn’t just from walking through the aisles at
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a residence for a panic alarm and determined it had been set in error.
Suspended registration cases
Three Franklin Avenue motorists were charged on August 10 with driving with suspended registrations.
Multiple violations
On August 11, a Stewart Avenue motorist was charged with driving with a suspended license, unregistered auto, uninsured operation, and improper license plates.
Mailbox check theft
On August 11, checks placed in the Garden City Post Office mailbox on 6th Street were reported stolen, altered, and cashed.
16 license suspensions
A County Seat Drive motorist was allegedly arrested on August 11 for driving with 16 license suspensions.
your favorite grocery store… Fat is active tissue that releases chemicals causing inflammation, which can turn up the volume on your joint pain!
So, what can you do?
While strengthening your muscles and improving their stamina is essential…
Losing weight has been proven to help protect your joints!
A 2021 study published in the International Journal of Obesity found that losing 1% of body weight lowered the chance of needing knee replacement surgery by 2%...
And for those already suffering from hip pain, that same 1% weight loss was linked to a 3% lower risk of hip replacement.
If you want to avoid surgery, enjoy adventures on your travels, and get around the house with ease…
Lighten the load on your joints, and your body will thank you!
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/
Vehicle damaged
On August 11, a vehicle was reportedly damaged while parked in a Franklin Avenue parking lot.
License and insurance
A Rockaway Avenue motorist was charged on August 11 with driving with a suspended license and uninsured operation.
Nineteen suspensions
A New Hyde Park Road motorist was allegedly arrested on August 12 for driving with 19 license suspensions, a suspended registration, and uninsured operation.
Overweight vehicle charge
On August 12, a Clinton Road truck operator was charged with driving an overweight vehicle.
License and registration
A Cherry Valley Avenue motorist was charged on August 12 with driving with a suspended license and a suspended registration.
An official member of the Grand Ole Opry, Mandy Barnett celebrates the music of Patsy Cline as only she can at Adelphi PAC on November 9.
Tickets for the 2025 fall season performances at Adelphi University's Performing Arts Center (PAC) are now on sale! This incredible season's lineup includes dance, music, and theatre performances featuring renowned musicians and artists, including Joriah Kwame, Philip Edward Fisher, and
Mandy Barnett, alongside Adelphi's talented students.
The season will conclude with a festive Christmas celebration seeped in Celtic tradition and classical virtuosity by award-winning National Scottish Fiddle Champion Sean Heely.
Highlights for the fall include:
Larson Legacy Concert: Joriah Kwame
Saturday, September 13, at 3 p.m.
Join New York City-based musical writer (including the viral standalone song "Little Miss Perfect"), performer, and recent Jonathan Larson Grant recipient, Joriah Kwame, as he showcases work from his projects in development.
The Harvest
Thursday, September 25, through Sunday, September 28
This play by Samuel D. Hunter, the original playwright of the 2022 A24 film The Whale, explores issues of faith, family and sexuality as two young Mormons in southeastern Idaho cope with the recent death of their father.
Philip Edward Fisher
Sunday, October 5 ,at 3 p.m.
Internationally acclaimed classical concert pianist Philip Edward Fisher returns to the Adelphi PAC with an afternoon of music for solo piano.
Imani Winds
Friday, October 24 at 7 p.m.
The GRAMMY-winning ensemble returns to our Westermann Stage as one of our ensembles-in-residence to perform classical and contemporary works for wind quintet.
Sunday, November 9, at 4 p.m.
An official member of the Grand Ole Opry, Mandy Barnett celebrates the music of Patsy Cline as only she can.
Adelphi Symphony Orchestra
Friday, November 14, at 7 p.m.
The Adelphi Symphony Orchestra
brings to life contemporary and classical music for orchestra.
Wednesday, November 19, through Sunday, November 23
This performance will feature choreography by guest artist Hannah Gardner, artistic director of 2nd Best Dance Company, an original work by new faculty member Daniel Padierna and more ballet and contemporary work from our faculty.
Saturday, December 6, at 4 p.m.
The internationally award-winning Greater Nassau Chorus returns to the Adelphi PAC to celebrate a cappella and barbershop music, showcasing the human voice.
Friday, December 19, at 7:30 p.m.
Join Champion Scottish fiddler Sean Heely and a cast of nationally-acclaimed Celtic performers on a magical journey through Scotland and Ireland during the holidays.
Tickets are currently on sale to all performances, with discounts available to seniors, students, Adelphi alumni and employees. Livestream access will be available for certain performances. For more information, call Lucia and Steven N. Fischer Box Office at 516-877-4000 or email boxoffice@adelphi.edu. Ticket sales, livestream details, and additional information are available online.
Adelphi PAC is one of Long Island's premier cultural arts venues for entertainment of all kinds. See more about other upcoming Adelphi PAC offerings at pac.adelphi.edu.
Save the Dates!
Tuesday, August 19 - Stewart and Stratford School Meet-Ups
Tuesday, August 26 - 9:30-11:30GCMS Walk-through Tuesday, August 26 - Primary School Playdates
Thursday, August 28 - Primary School Chalk the Walks
Spirit Week 2025-2026
Homecoming is Saturday, September 20th
Calling all creative, organized, and spirited GC PTA members to help plan
Spirit Week and Homecoming festivities!
Join the GC Spirit Committee! Planning meetings start soon! Email spiritday@gardencity pta.org to get involved now!
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Join the conversation and invite your friends.
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NYU Langone Health has been named the Best Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery for the 4th year, based on parameters like patient outcomes and advanced clinical technologies.
With over 340 physician experts across Manhattan, Brooklyn and Long Island, we treat some of the most complex cases of epilepsy, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and more—while maintaining one of the lowest neurosurgical mortality rates. And what helps us consistently give it our best? A health system designed to do better.
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building.
Now it’s all about the costs
To the Editor:
The August 12, 2025 Board of Trustee Monthly Meeting was dedicated to the initial publication of the results of the BCI Resident Survey. Future Town Halls will more fully review and discuss the initial Survey Results but some observations are apparent:
· Adaptive Reuse received the most support from almost half of the respondents at 48%;
· Demolition received support from approximately one third of the respondents at 33%;
· Seniors, 65 and older were significant supporters of demolition;
· A tax increase in excess of $500 was not supported by seniors.
The initial conclusion is that the Preservationists vs. Demolition Debate has not changed since the October 2023 Resident PollAdaptive Reuse 61% Demolition 39%. Additionally, residents are cautious of increasing their financial burden. Residents also expect to understand better what services/activities Adaptive Reuse will provide.
As previously announced in its Ad in the GCN, the St. Pauls Conservancy presented its Financial Plan to the Board of Trustees in May 2025 and in June 2025 further clarified important features that substantially reduce the annual financial costs to residents.
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identified their option preferences. I look forward to the Town Hall Meeting Scheduled in September for additional information as well as the important report from the Tauches/Catell BOT St. Paul’s Committee of professional experts.
Thank you to all members of the BOT and the Tauches Catell St. Paul’s Advisory Committee for their tremendous efforts.
Jeannette McLaughlin
BCI survey & next steps
To the Editor:
Last night, we got the initial results of the resident survey on St Paul’s conducted by BCI. While it appears that more analysis will be available for all of us in the Fall at an upcoming Town Hall meeting, there is a strong support for either Adaptive Reuse or Partial
The Conservancy’s Financial Plan has been reviewed and discussed at length with the Village’s Financial Advisor, Capital Market Advisors, and with its Bond Counsel, Hawkins Delafield. We look forward to discussing our Plan with the Catell - Tauches Committee as well. The following chart summarizes the Conservancy’s Financial Plan.
Demolition provides additional Green Space, Adaptive Reuse provides needed recreational / activity space. The Chart’s important comparison between Demolition and Adaptive Reuse is that for the initial ten years Demolition annual cost is almost the same as Adaptive Reuse annual cost. However, after 10 years residents have a thriving Community Center while after Demolition residents have an empty grassland only a few blocks away from the Cathedral's massive new resident park between Fourth Street and the LIRR Tracks. The Conservancy prefers the needed activity space rather than the more green space.
The Conservancy looks forward to joining the next phase of the St. Pauls debate as the focus moves from resident preferences to annual resident costs.
Peter Coll & Frank McDonough Co-Chairs St. Pauls Conservancy Corp.
Replacement among the respondents who identified their option preferences.
We look forward to the full report from the Tauches / Catell BOT St. Paul’s Committee of professionals and their conclusions which should provide additional important data for all residents and the BOT to consider.
We want to acknowledge and thank the BOT and all the members of the BOT Committee for your important work on St Paul’s!
Karl H. Schmidt
Survey results support reuse
To the Editor:
Thanks to residents who completed the St. Paul’s Survey. The results of the BCI Survey discussed last night showed 71% in favor of Adaptive/Partial Reuse. This is similar to the October 2023 vote/ opinion poll in which 61% favored Adaptive/Partial Reuse of the St. Paul’s
I look forward to the report from the TC BOT St. Paul’s Committee and the next Town Hall which can provide additional information.
Kathie Wysocki
To the Editor:
(Updated from 2024 letter by the author.)
Before we hear the inevitable spin from the usual suspects that Elon Musk is thinking of donating $1,000,000,000 to save St Paul’s, investors lined up that have to remain “confidential”, phantom grants, geothermal designs that will pay for St Paul’s by selling electricity, or most ridiculous, how an asbestos and lead-riddled building is perfect for pre-K, (Sorry, Bob C., schools are prohibited on Parkland) it is clear that the most recent survey does not support any of the scenarios this BOT has been pushing the last year. Rather than let BCI find out what the residents will support thru their expertise, data gathering, than designing a project the residents will support, this BOT abandoned the approach of our prior Mayor and what BCI was hired for. They used the approach of “this BOT knows best” and then tried to market and sell that approach. Like every BOT before that took that approach, total failure. Instead of a “hockey rink” we now have “mothballing” that received 14% support. It is clear that short of demolition there is no path forward, and yet we do not have a BOT that will execute on that. So, while Rome burns………. It is way past time for the residents to realize, no, insist, that this Save Every Brick BOT, the Conservancy, the Historical Society and others should stop using our history as a tripwire to keep their dream of saving a building that the village cannot afford and residents refuse to pay for. It is time to save the pieces of our history in the St Paul’s building that continue to deteriorate. The plaques, the skylight, any pews that are not rotted, the bell forged in Troy, NY, maybe even some of those “beautiful” Minton tiles that remain, should all be saved and repurposed in the village.
Today, in the St Paul’s building, there are many spectacular marble plaques that can still be saved for eventual exhibit in our Village; in the Village Admin. Buildings, the Library, the Schools, etc. The large 1883 bronze / copper plaque dedicated to A.T. Stewart by his wife Cornelius and Judge Henry Hilton should be cleaned, protected and repositioned for the residents to admire. The fact that it has been left to deteriorate for decades in a building with high humidity is a failure of multiple BOT’s. There are multiple plaques honoring children that died while at
St Paul’s that deserve a more respectful environment than a wall that has high humidity and peeling lead paint behind it. There was a plaque honoring those graduates that fought and died in the Spanish-American War. There were many more, but as Brian Pinnola used to remind us, many have been stolen over the years. If the walls these plaques are attached to collapse, like so many floors have, these plaques will end up in the basement and damaged beyond repair. Get them out, have those worth saving refurbished and positioned into other parts of the village, library and schools so our children can learn about our unique history. Maybe some could go into the Cathedral of the Incarnation’s basement museum which is the best history of Garden City that exists today, all surrounded by spectacular white marble. (The outside doors to the basement museum are open every Sunday and is absolutely worth the visit!).
The beautiful and fantastic blue skylight should be moved and saved before even more of its pieces come crashing down into the lobby, four floors below. It can be re-positioned in the Village where it can be both admired and protected.
The 1882 Clinton H. Meleeny bronze bell, forged in Troy NY, should be removed from the clock tower before it suffers damage should the wooden floor, under three inches of guano, collapse like so many other St Paul’s floors actually have. (The recent videos, while interesting and educational, did not document the true extent of the decay of the building, in my opinion. Trustee Muldoon is free to disagree.) The bell could be moved where residents can admire it and maybe even have it actually ring again as Village Historian William Bellmer suggests. Put it in Village Hall or put it at the High School and ring it after football victories. Let students rub it for good luck before games or tests. I’m sure other residents will have better ideas.
Most importantly, the 1892 Tiffany window, “The Conversion of St. Paul” donated by the Newcomb family in memory of their son, Thomas, who passed while a student at St. Paul’s, should finally be refurbished in Chicago where it resides with Botti Studio of Architectural Arts and returned to the residents of Garden City, similarly to Alexander Stewart’s body that was brought to Garden City years after his body was snatched for ransom from the St Mark’s-Church-in-the-Bowery in 1878. Maybe, now that the GC Library’s first floor work is complete, one or two of the stained-glassed windows could be mounted on the two-story brick Library wall with background lighting where 22,000 residents can visit the library and admire these windows for the first time
The Garden City Public Library once again served as the venue for a vibrant display of local student creativity this July, as it welcomed the Garden City Drawing Board’s annual art show. Organized under the direction of art teacher Kate Haanraadts, the exhibit remained on display throughout the month and featured a selection of student artwork.
A total of 44 pieces were exhibited, representing a range of styles and media including graphite, colored pencil, watercolor, pastels, and alcohol markers. Visitors enjoyed a diverse collection that reflected not only technical
development but also the individuality and vision of each artist.
The exhibit culminated in a festive closing event on July 26, when over 100 guests attended the reception and the 2nd Annual Young Artist Awards. Family members, friends, and community supporters gathered to celebrate the talent and hard work of the young artists.
Adding to the excitement was the presence of Michael Sansone, Kate Haanraadts’ long-time friend and former high school art teacher, who attended the reception as a special guest. His
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Haanraadts, founder of the Garden City Drawing Board, holds up the winning artwork by Kate Foley,
August 15, 2025
BY KAREN RUBIN TRAVEL FEATURES SYNDICATE GOINGPLACESFARANDNEAR.COM
Within days of uprooting from downtown Philadelphia and acquiring the 33-acre Annadel vineyard and winery in Santa Rosa, in California’s Sonoma wine country, Katie Honey and Dan Whalen found themselves fighting wildfire that threatened to consume the century-old farmhouse and vineyard. For days, they battled the Glass Fire that ultimately destroyed a cottage, structures, melted the vineyard drip lines, and scorched fields. “We fought the fires ourselves.”
That was 5 years ago, and they have brought their entrepreneurial talent and passion for wine to rebuild, replant and remake the 1880s winery. They restored the vineyard, added a flower farm, orchard and bee hives, and converted the historic structures into an intimate wine-tasting and indoor/outdoor wedding and events venue, as well making it their family home. Want to feel like a Sonoma local? Annadel even offers a few cozy accommodations where you can stay for a month or more.
With hundreds of wineries and wine-tasting venues throughout Sonoma and Napa valleys, Annadel Estate stands out for its charm and intimacy. Winetasting is by reservation only, and limited to six guests at a time, sitting around a table in a small cottage. And so we are buzzed in through a gate and immediately fall under Annadel’s spell.
We are greeted by Katie Honey, the co-owner and entrepreneur with her husband Dan Whalen, who ushers
Katie Honey, who with her husband Dan Whalen acquired the historic Annadel Vineyard and Winery, hosts intimate, personalized wine-tastings in Sonoma, California’s wine country © Eric Leiberman/goingplacesfarandnear. com
us to a gorgeous table set out with a platter of delectable cheeses, fruits and crackers to complement the four wines we taste.
As we sample the 2023 Reserve Chardonnay, Katie recounts the story of the Annadel Estate Winery – interesting to be sure, but we find how the wine enthusiasts came to be viticulturists even more storied.
Katie, who was born and raised on the prairie of Saskatchewan, Canada to three generations of farmers, brings a background consulting on events planning and logistics and Dan, a New Jersey native, who runs a tech company, describe themselves as wine appreciators and passionate gastronomists before they were wine producers. In fact, they are trained sommeliers who would come to Sonoma and Napa three and four times a year for tastings. They even were married here in They were
very familiar with Bordeaux varietals (Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Malbec and Carmenere) and where they wanted to source grapes for the wines they wanted to produce.
Annadel winery was established in 1880 by German immigrants Henry and Anna Bolle. According to historic records by the late 1880s, the once 545acre property was producing nearly 50,000 gallons of wine a year, which would equate to a harvest of about 300 tons from 90-acres of vineyards.
Over the 140 years, the Estate has transferred ownership multiple times, been divided and sub-divided into smaller parcels. With Prohibition on the horizon (coinciding with the winery burning down), it ceased being a winery in 1910 and from 19491961, was a turkey ranch. Ultimately, with the rise of Sonoma Valley as a
premium, world-class wine-producing region, it has been restored to growing grapes and creating wine.
“Sonoma has a perfect climatewarm, dry, hot days, cool evenings and mornings,” Katie tells us, as we savor the 2023 Reserve Chardonnay.
She describes their wine-making style as “Old World” (think Italy and France).They prefer to harvest early, so the grapes have lower sugar, brighter acid, and then age the wine in 100% new French oak barrels “to round out, soften” the flavor.
That’s what I notice in the wines we taste - a rounded, smooth, full flavor.
The 2023 Annadel Estate Reserve Chardonnay we taste is from Gap’s Crown Vineyard grapes. (Annadel contracts for blocs of grapes from other premier growers to augment its own production).
The tasting notes describe it best: “The nose shows candied ginger, orange blossom, crisp Bartlett pear, and exotic high tones of tuberose. The mouth leads with crunchy green apple, lemon curd, and a whisper of lilac. The mouth is both soft and focused giving length and freshness.”
We thoroughly enjoy the 2022 Reserve Pinot Noir, the grapes from the coveted Durrell Vineyard (the contracts are hard to come by). It is robust, bright, has good balance, a fruit forward flavor. “Bottom of Form
This is a floral wine where you will get wafts of dark cranberry and tart cherry, a fuse of sandalwood with perfume and grace. The mouth is round and bright with red cherry and pipe tobacco which provide a complex and beautiful finish.”
“Some pinots can be funky, earthy,
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but this has a nice profile. It’s not too anything,” Katie remarks.
The secret ingredient to Annadel’s success has to be Drew Damskey, their wine maker. Drew’s roots run deep in the vineyards of Napa and Sonoma, where his family has been growing and crafting wines for three generations. Drew, who the San Francisco Chronicle named “a Winemaker to Watch”, and earned a coveted place on VinePair’s 50 List which celebrates the professionals who are changing the drinks space, is a partner in Suara Wine Company and serves as a consultant winemaker for several highly sought-after brands.
“The same grapes may produce a flavor profile, but the artistic difference comes from the wine master, aging, oak barrels,” Katie tells us. “Our goal isn’t to taste the same every year. We do what the year gives us.”
We take our glass of 2022 Estate “Chevy B’ Red Blend, with 57% Merlot, as we stroll the vineyards and tour the venues.
Katie remarks that the movie, “Sideways” temporarily tanked the popularity of Merlot because it seemed the lead character didn’t like Merlot, when actually, he was bitter because Merlot is what he would drink with his ex-wife.
But Annadel fashioned their “Chevy B” after the legendary 1961 Chateau Cheval Blanc, from the Saint-Emilion region of Bordeaux, considered one of the greatest in Bordeaux’s history.
So, Katie says with a smile, Annadel’s version is called American ‘Chevy B’ (they couldn’t use ‘Chateau Blanc’), and puts an image of a 1957 Chevy on the label.
The 2022 Estate ‘Chevy B’ Red Blend proves to be my favorite of the four tastings. The tasting notes describe it as “Blueberry pie with warm crust first pop from the glass followed by juicy summer
BY CHARLYN FARGO
We hear a lot about a plant-forward diet these days: Eat more plants and lower your risk of cancer. Eat more plants and lose weight. Eat more plants and it could even help with menopause symptoms.
We’ve gone from vegetarian plans to vegan to now plant-forward or a “flexitarian” diet. Plant forward or flexitarian means choosing more plants, but not just plants, to eat.
So how do you really do that?
Take the ever-popular charcuterie tray -- typically a beautiful array of meats and various cheeses. To make it more
plum, ground clove, and touch of sage. The mouth starts with a little menthol and cigar box, but swings to black cherry, rose, and a hit of game. Wet pea gravel, mixed dark fruit, and dried herbs define the soft yet serious finish.”
Every season, every harvest brings its own drama. For example, “If there is frost, you have to immediately call the insurance company.” One such frost hit as Katie was in labor with her daughter. Their entrepreneurial bent- and strategy to make their business sustainable – supplementing the winery which produces some 1,235 cases of wine – is shown in their flower production – actually restoring a tradition. Annadel Estate Winery has been cultivating species of David Austin roses and hydrangeas since the 1880s. Katie and Dan have since planted three acres of roses and purchased 400-500 new rose bushes, selling to major vendors in San Francisco, and enabling the estate to maintain two fulltime farmworkers.
They also have planted a fruit orchard, olive grove and have their own bee hives.
As we come to the small fruit orchard, we look up at the blackened trees on a hillside just across a road at the edge of their property, and she tells their harrowing story of fighting the Glass Fire. They lost a cottage, some 13,000 sq. ft of structures, and had to replace 200 plants.
But they were able to save the 1900 horse barn, which they converted into a charming indoor venue for weddings and special events; where the original winery stood is now the outdoor venue with the stone walls as a perimeter. (They provide planners with a list of preferred vendors.)
Back in the tasting room, we savor Annadel’s 2022 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon: “Sweet dark fruits and pipe tobacco leap out of the glass, blue berry compote and clove emerge, followed by very juicy dark fruit and vanilla. The mouth is juicy and the tannins are supple there is mocha and grilled plum on the
plant-friendly, add veggie chips, wholegrain crackers and plenty of fresh vegetables. Add a dip like hummus, salsa or olive tapenade. Add some nuts, fruit or fruit spread.
I’m a fan of the “flexitarian” approach: a semi-vegetarian lifestyle in which you simply incorporate more vegetables, fruits and whole grains on your plate. It’s a healthy diet that doesn’t involve counting calories or following strict rules and allows you to include meat, fish and poultry in your diet from time to time. “Flexitarian” is a portmanteau of the words “flexible” and “vegetarian.” That resonates with me to add flexibility to my meals and more fruits, vegetables, nuts and whole
finish with soft tannins.”
The personalized, 75-minute wine-tasting experience ($75), is by reservation only and limited to six guests per party is what distinguishes Annadel. “We emulate what we learned as wine tasters.” (Larger groups can be accommodated in the indoor event venue.)
“We curate the experience – we ask what people want to do.” Because of that, they are particularly family-friendly. (Tastings are offered M-F, 10am - 3pm, S-S: 9am - 2pm).
Has being a producer from a wine connoisseur changed their relationship to wine? “We appreciate it more. Wine doesn’t just grow out of ground.”
Annadel Estate Winery, 125 Cristo Lane, Santa Rosa, CA 95409, 707-537-8007; events 707-584-6816, annadelestatewinery. com, https://annadelestatewinery.com/ shop-our-wine/, info@annadelestatewinery.com.
BeautifulPlaces Offers ShortTerm Stays at Private Villas for Wine Country’s Harvest Season
Harvest season (August-October) is an exciting time of year in Northern California wine country when grapes are picked and crushed, and many wineries celebrate the season with harvest parties, dinners and fun hands-on experiences like grape stomps.
For foodies, the harvest brings extra special culinary experiences as restaurants and private chefs use the bounty of farm-fresh ingredients to create special menus and delicious dishes.
Indulge in wine-themed events in Sonoma in September and October, most notably at the Sonoma County Wine Celebration in September and the Harvest Fair-Taste the Best of Sonoma County. Want to stomp grapes? Check out Napa Valley Vintners’ Harvest Stomp Party on Oct. 4 and Crush Party on Oct. 17.
Visitors can rent villas with vineyards
grains. Think of it as a simple, healthy way of eating less processed and more “whole” foods without obsessing over it (It’s really OK to have a burger now and then).
You don’t have to stress over the holidays. Think about adding more dishes with fall and winter produce, like a butternut squash soup or a pear dessert. Fall produce is packed with phytonutrients and fiber and is typically low in calories. It is colorful as well: the reds of cranberries, beets and pomegranate; the greens of Brussels sprouts and broccoli; the winter whites of cauliflower, turnips and parsnips and the bright yellows and oranges of
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or vineyard views for as few as three nights to partake of wine harvest-related festivities throughout Napa and Sonoma, where there are hundreds of wineries to choose from.
BeautifulPlaces is a source of villa rentals available for wine-countrythemed getaways with onsite vineyards or vineyard views (minimum three-night stay).
Among them: Casa Sebastiani, historic 6-bedroom Italian villa and homestead of the Sebastiani Family in downtown Sonoma with adjacent vineyards at $1,800/night; Villa Nel Bosco, 3-bedroom Tuscan-style villa on a small vineyard at $1,495/night; Sunset View, 3-bedroom wine country vineyard retreat at $2,100/ night; Twilight Ridge, 5-bedroom contemporary home with vineyard at $2,100/ night.
When broken down per room, per night, private villa experiences are often more affordable than booking multiple accommodations at a hotel, with the added benefit of living space and kitchen and dining facilities - an ideal option for couples traveling together and multi-generational groups.
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BY LOU THEODORE
This 9th edition is another tough one. You are once again asked to provide the correct answer to the following 20 questions. Credit 5 points for each correct answer. A grade of 75 suggests you might be brilliant.
1. The more there is, the less you see. What is it?
2. What are the chemical symbols for gaseous hydrogen and water?
3. Who are the two worst managers in baseball?
4. Who won the 2025 Super Bowl?
5. True or false. The first casino in Las Vegas opened in 1943.
6. Name the author of the $9 book “Winning at Casinos.”
7. Provide the solution to the following two linear algebraic equations:
2x + 3y = 12 x + y = 5
8. Name an individual who claimed that “there is no free hydrogen on planet Earth.”
9. What occurs once in a minute, twice in a moment, and never in a thousand years?
10. True or false. An electrostatic precipitator is a pollution control device.
11. What diner that recently closed in Astoria, is alive and doing well in Bayside, and recently opened in Syosset?
12. What two brothers out of Rockaway Beach, Queens, are in the basketball Hall of Fame?
13. What word in the dictionary is spelled incorrectly?
14. Does a royal straight flush beat four aces?
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squash, carrots and oranges. Nutritional value is added the more colors you can eat.
The bottom line is your plate -- including your holiday plate -- will benefit nutritionally from adding more plants. It can be as simple as having your traditional holiday dishes and adding a few new plant-based traditions as well.
Q and A
Q: What is the difference between salted and unsalted butter and how should you use them?
A: The only real difference between salted and unsalted butter is literally the salt: All butter is made from the milkfat in cream and contains at least 80% milkfat, 18% water and 2% solids (mainly protein and salt). To make butter, pasteurized cream is shaken or churned until the milkfat (butterfat) separates from the remaining fluid, which is known as buttermilk. After churning, the butter is rinsed -- and salted, if making salted butter -- and
the excess buttermilk is removed. Salted butter is the best kind of butter to use for the table and general cooking. Unsalted butter can be used anytime fat needs to be added to a recipe. Unsalted butter should be your go-to for baking and pastry. Because most recipes call for the addition of salt as an ingredient, using salted butter in things like baked goods can take them over the edge in terms of saltiness. If you only have salted butter on hand when you’re baking, pull back on the added salt in the recipe -- maybe reduce by half or so, depending on what you’re making -- remembering that you can always add more salt later, but you can’t take it back out.
Charlyn Fargo is a registered dietitian with SIU School of Medicine in Springfield, Illinois, and the current president of the Illinois Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. For comments or questions, contact her at charfarg@aol.com or follow her on Twitter @NutritionRD. .
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15. Can you use notes, calculators, computers, etc., while gambling at a casino?
16. Who recently celebrated his 91st birthday?
17. Who recently celebrated her 58th wedding anniversary?
18. Whose picture is on a $2 bill?
19. What is the traditional Greek soup?
20. Who is the Vice President of the United States?
ANSWERS:
1. Darkness
2. H2 and H2O
3. Full credit, but for me, it is the two New York managers.
4. Philadelphia Eagles.
5. False.
6. It’s yours truly and published by Amazon.
7. x = 3, y = 2.
8. Your favorite author is one of them.
9. The letter m.
10. True.
11. The Neptune Diner.
12. Dick and Al McGuire.
13. Incorrectly.
14. Yes.
15. Surprisingly, the answer is yes.
16. This one is a giveaway.
17. The Queen.
18. Jefferson.
19. Avgolemono.
20. J.D. Vance.
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BY TOM MARGENAU
Well, once again, the idea of privatizing Social Security is in the news. It’s a topic that delights some people, angers others, and confuses just about everyone. I’ve discussed it many times in the past. But I guess it’s time to clarify things once again.
One form of “privatizing” Social Security has to do with how the fund’s assets are invested. Some claim that Social Security should be managed more like other public pension funds. Most of those funds have a diversified portfolio, with a variety of investments. But every nickel of Social Security assets is invested, by law, in U.S. Treasury notes, considered by everyone the safest place to stash your cash. What most folks who advocate putting Social Security funds into private markets can’t comprehend is the immense size of the Social Security trust funds. Compared to large public pension funds (like many teachers’ retirement funds or police and firefighter funds), Social Security is like Fort Knox, and these public funds are just big piggy banks. Those funds may have millions or even billions of dollars in assets. But Social Security has trillions. That’s a big difference, and you simply can’t compare them.
Or put it another way. Social Security accounts for approximately one-fourth of the entire federal budget of the United States. You just don’t take a quarter of our country’s budget and put it on Wall Street. After all, would you want the federal government, via the Social Security trust fund, to be the major owner of Chevron stock or the primary investor in Phillip Morris?
A more reasonable approach to “privatizing” Social Security would allow individual taxpayers to use private, or managed accounts, to supplement future Social Security benefits. And when you hear talk of such proposals, you must remember to ask this question: Is it a “carve out” plan or an “add-on” plan? There is a huge difference.
Both plans involve requiring younger workers to contribute money to an IRA-type account that would offer several investment options. The worker could choose a safe but generally low-yielding account or a riskier but potentially more rewarding one. The investments from this account would then be used to augment Social Security retirement benefits.
But the difference lies in the funding details. In a carve-out plan (these are usually the plans touted by Republicans), the worker’s IRA investment would be funded with a portion of his or her Social Security payroll tax. For example, currently, 6.2% of a worker’s salary is deducted for Social Security taxes. A carve-out plan might specify that 4.2% continue to be used to fund Social Security, while 2% would be funneled into the private account. In other words, this plan gets its funding by carving it out of the current Social Security system.
On the other hand, an “add-on” plan (the plans usually touted by Democrats)
would require a worker to contribute an extra amount to fund the private account investments. So, 6.2% of his or her salary would still be deducted to finance Social Security benefits. But in addition, that worker would be required to chip in an extra percentage point or two of salary to fund the Social Security supplement. So this plan gets its funding by adding on to the current Social Security system.
Each plan has its pluses and minuses. The downside to an add-on plan is that more out-of-paycheck spending would be required from workers to fund their retirement portfolio. But the advantage of the plan is its greater rewards. Most “addon” proposals are modeled after the highly successful “Thrift Savings Plan,” an addon IRA that has been available to federal government workers for years and has given many of them the kind of financial security in retirement not usually associated with middle-class civil servants.
The upside to “carve out” proposals is that no extra financial burden would be placed on young workers to finance the supplemental benefits. But the often unexplained downside is that huge reductions would be necessary in future Social Security benefits. It’s just simple math. If you are going to carve out about one-third of the Social Security payroll tax to fund a worker’s private supplement, then obviously future Social Security benefits for that same worker are going to have to be cut by at least one-third.
But carve-out advocates always say they won’t cut benefits. And that leads to impossible transition costs. Remember: Social Security is a “pay-as-you-go” program, meaning the money deducted from today’s workers’ paychecks is used to fund benefits to current retirees. So, if you cut the amount of money going into the system, and say you will not cut benefits, you must somehow come up with the funds to pay those promised benefits to CURRENT AND FUTURE retirees. And if taxes aren’t raised to cover those costs, experts estimate the transition costs would add trillions of dollars to the federal debt. (That’s what sunk former President George W. Bush’s carve-out privatization plan in the 1990s.)
But here is the most important point I need to make about proposals for private accounts -- whether carve-out or add-on. Although they are often mentioned in the same breath as other proposals to “save Social Security,” they do nothing of the sort. Social Security’s long-range financing problems are the result of baby boomers quickly turning into senior boomers. For years, Social Security has been working extremely well with a ratio of three workers supporting one retiree. But by the time all the boomers retire, there will be only two workers supporting each retiree. The system simply cannot work AS IT’S CURRENTLY STRUCTURED at a two-to-one ratio.
As I’ve pointed out many times to my readers, many relatively modest propos-
als for reform will keep the system running for many more generations. All those possible solutions involve either slight tax increases or moderate cuts in benefits. None of them involves the creation of private accounts for Social Security beneficiaries. I am not saying the private accounts are a bad idea. I am saying that they have nothing to do with the future financial health of the program.
If you have a Social Security question, Tom Margenau has two books with all the answers. One is called “Social Security -- Simple and Smart: 10 Easy-to-Understand Fact Sheets That Will Answer All Your Questions About Social Security.” The other is “Social Security: 100 Myths and 100 Facts.” You can find the books at Amazon.com or other book outlets. Or you can send him an email at thomas.margenau@comcast.net.
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There are those that are overworked and those that are underworked or out of work. Then there are so few who have a work-life balance that most of us would die for. I always say it starts and finishes with the money factor. We try to live within our means, but lately credit card debt has been increasing month over month, currently at the end of Q2 2025 sitting at 1.209 trillion dollars, except in 2024 Q4 when it dipped slightly to 1.211 trillion. This was the highest balance since the New York Fed began tracking back in 1999. Back then it was considerably lower at 478 billion. (lendingtree.com)
New Jersey has the highest credit card debt at 9.382 billion and Mississippi has the lowest at 5.221 billion. Credit debt may fluctuate lower some quarters, but I see it continuing as social programs are being cut to the bone and eliminated by the Trump administration. People are trying to survive by utilizing whatever credit they may have. At some point unemployment runs its course as well as other rental and assistance programs that people are currently be supported by. There are jobs out there, but there are those people who will not consider engaging in, whether it be picking crops, store jobs, sales, administration, etc.
That being said, it’s extremely hard to have a work-life balance when one doesn’t have enough money to survive and pay rent, food, car payments, insurance, etc. I could propose sacrificing whatever is necessary. Much stress and anxiety is occurring when the money isn’t there. However, I realize that many don’t have enough to pay their bills as well as being able to
As summer winds down, long stretches of sunlight are dwindling and cooler temperatures are on the horizon. Gardening enthusiasts may wonder how they can manage their backyard gardens as the peak growing season comes to a close.
People may not be eager to do much in their gardens come August, particularly because the air may be hot and the dew point high. And spending the final days of summer at the beach or in the pool may take priority. However, late summer is a great time to focus on certain tasks.
Many plants look better with the wilted flowers removed. Furthermore, some plants, such as with lilies and roses, will benefit from having spent blooms removed so that no unnecessary energy is drawn away from the roots or bulbs. Research your plants
BY PHILIP A. RAICES
put food on their table. So many are sacrificing what they can, but it isn’t solving the problem of survival and to create and have a lifework balance.
Homelessness has increased 30% over the last three years from 1.75 per 1000 people in 2022 to 2.3 per 1000 people in 2024. (minneapolisfed. org),
How are we to resolve this dire situation as it turns into a calamitous catastrophe? Part of the solution is focusing on more and increased education for those who really need it. I would surmise that more education the better the earnings. However, if you aren’t working then the answer is take any job to get your income moving to a more positive place. AI isn’t eliminating all jobs. Sales jobs are one of them, human resources and recruitment jobs is another. Go to muse.com and search the other jobs that offer opportunity that can only be done by a human. There are positions yet to be filled that Ai cannot do. You may be proud, but be smarter and tougher and take a job. Having a work-life balance is challenging for the reasons stated. One should research the possibilities in other locations across the U.S. to ascertain what jobs are available, that Ai will not replace now or in the immediate future. If you have a significant other who is working, that will contribute to both your costs of living. You will have to decide what is important in striving for that work life balance.
Cut your expenses, buy leasing the most economical vehicle, don’t eat out, brown bag your lunch, and whatever else you can do to maximize savings and minimize your everyday costs. Where there is a will, they will always be a way! Saving to be a homeowner may substantially increase the sacrifices that you and/or your wife or partner may have to consider for the time being, so a worklife balance may be off the table. In the future you can figure out how to accomplish this most desirable situation. Only you will hopefully figure out and know what is most important in life.
Money plus time=lifestyle. You have to determine and create what type of lifestyle and work-life balance to strive for today and in the future.
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Weeds can become problematic if they’re allowed to grow unabated. Routinely go into the garden and cull the weeds.
Keep an eye open for pests
According to Garden Smart, caterpillars and beetles may be chewing on garden plants by late summer, and aphids still may be problematic. Handpick insects off of vegetables and ornamental flowers, or use safe sprays for treating these issues.
Plant cool weather vegetables
Many plants will grow well when planted in late summer, according to Homesteading Family. Some such plants include turnips, beets, carrots, kale, chard, mustard greens, and peas. You can begin turning your summer
garden, or a portion of it, into a fall and winter garden.
Consider succession planting
Growing vegetables like beans or peas may be more successful if you try succession planting. This involves sowing new seeds every seven to 10 days to extend the harvest.
Harvesting what’s ready Pick vegetables that are ready to
eat, and remove any plants that have reached the end of their growing cycle. Convert planter boxes and containers
This is a good time to start changing over summer annuals in containers and planter boxes to those that do well in fall, such as mums, asters, pansies, and goldenrod.
There’s plenty of work to be done in the garden come the end of summer.
BY MARY HUNT
Whether you’ve got kids out of school, grandkids visiting, or just need a break from routine that doesn’t break the bank, there’s plenty of frugal fun to be had.
Here are my favorite cheap summer trip ideas for families, singles, couples and empty nesters alike -- proof that great memories don’t need a five-star price tag.
1. BE A TOURIST IN YOUR OWN TOWN
Most of us haven’t explored the gems hiding in plain sight. Pretend you’re new in town -- check out the local museum or botanical garden, or take a walking tour. Use review sites like TripAdvisor to uncover hidden treasures.
2. TAKE A DAY TRIP
One tank of gas can take you somewhere new. Look for small towns nearby with quirky attractions or scenic parks. Pack a cooler and you’ve got a budget-friendly getaway that’s home before dark.
3. PLAN A BACKYARD CAMPOUT
Set up a tent in the backyard and roast marshmallows over the grill. Stargaze, tell stories and pretend you’re in the wild. It’s the easiest “trip” you’ll ever take -and no bathroom lines!
4. DIY FOOD CRAWL
Pick a food -- ice cream, tacos or milkshakes -- and sample local spots with friends or family. Rate them and pick a winner. It’s like a reality show -- but cheaper and tastier.
5. VISIT STATE PARKS INSTEAD OF THEME PARKS
State and county parks offer hiking trails, swimming lakes, picnic areas and sometimes even cabins to rent overnight
endar. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy some live entertainment.
9. SUNRISE OR SUNSET TOUR
Choose a few new locations to watch
-- all for a tiny entrance fee. Bring a picnic and spend the day soaking up nature.
6. U-PICK FARMS
Strawberries, blueberries, peaches -- oh my! U-pick farms are fun and inexpensive, and you leave with fresh fruit. Bonus: It doubles as a wholesome family activity.
7. LOOK FOR FREE MUSEUM DAYS
Many museums offer free or discounted admission days. Your local library might even have museum passes you can borrow. Call ahead or check online for schedules.
8. ATTEND FREE COMMUNITY EVENTS
Cities often host free summer concerts, movie nights and street fairs. Check your local parks department or newspaper cal-
the sunrise or sunset each week. Whether it’s a mountaintop or just the neighborhood park bench, it’s peaceful, beautiful and totally free.
10. GO RETRO WITH A DRIVE-IN
Drive-in movie theaters still exist! You can bring your own snacks, stay in your comfy car and sometimes catch a double feature for less than one ticket at a standard theater.
11. VOLUNTEER FOR A DAY
Spending time at a food bank, animal shelter or community garden can be a meaningful way to spend a summer day. It costs nothing and adds value to your community (and your heart).
12. CREATE A BUCKET LIST JAR
Write down fun, cheap ideas on slips of paper, and let the kids (or your in-
ner child) draw one each week. Include things like “go on a $5 thrift store challenge” or “bake cookies and deliver them to neighbors.”
No matter who you are or where you live, a little creativity goes a long way. The best summer memories don’t always come with a hotel key or boarding pass -- sometimes they’re found in your own backyard or just one town over.
For even more budget-friendly ideas and clever summer tips, check out the full version of this post at EverydayCheapskate.com/summerfun.
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Pre-washed, pre-chopped, readyto-go salad greens in sealed bags can be found in the produce department of just about every grocery store and supermarket. Those bags are certainly a tempting option: What’s not to like about having someone else do all the work of chopping and then double- or even triple-washing? Even so, I don’t buy bagged salad, but not for the reasons you might assume.
It’s not because I’m overly concerned that bacteria might make it through all that pre-washing in a chlorinated bath (although tests conducted by Consumer Reports did find bacteria that are common indicators of poor sanitation). I seriously doubt any grocery store’s produce department is 100% bacteria-free. Watching customers touch and test fresh produce is one such indicator.
It’s not the rumors of fecal contamination when samples of all kinds of packaged greens from baby greens to spinach, traditional and organic, were
tested. As creepy as that is to think about, even Consumer Reports assures that the contamination in bagged salad greens falls within the Food and Drug Administration’s acceptable levels.
It’s not even my concern about just how long ago these greens were cut and washed. Granted, I am not a fan of limp, brownish, tired-appearing romaine, iceberg lettuce, spring mix or cabbage. And even though I am a believer that once you wash, cut and prepare any kind of fresh produce, be it fruits or vegetables, the flavor and quality begin to degrade, that’s not it either.
It’s not any of those things that cause me to just walk on by that prepackaged section in my supermarket’s produce department.
The reason I don’t buy salad in a bag is the cost. Paying at least four times the cost of the bulk option to get my salad greens cut up, pre-washed and then sealed in a plastic bag or box is just too hard to swallow.
As I write, Dole Hearts of romaine pre-washed and chopped in a 9-ounce bag is $3.49 at my supermarket. A fresh
head of romaine lettuce is $1.49, or about 83 cents for a 9-ounce equivalent. That’s a 420% markup! Granted, there are prep, labor and packaging costs required for the bagged option. But just seeing the difference in price makes me more than willing to handle all that myself.
As I’ve queried readers and friends on the bag versus bulk question, the overarching reason so many people go for the prepackaged, triple-washed, salad greens in a bag or box, comes down to one thing: time. Bagged salads are convenient and so easy to grab and go.
(Ironically, nearly everyone I’ve chatted with admits to rewashing those bagged salad greens, just to be on the safe side. So, where’s all the convenience and time-saving in that?)
I did my own time test. I washed and shredded an entire head of green cabbage using a sharp knife. I chose cabbage over romaine lettuce for my test because, well, I love cabbage.
I was done in seven minutes. I ended up with a great big bowl of beautiful, bright green, crunchy, fresh cabbage for our favorite coleslaw.
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BY: DENNIS MAMMANA
Week of August 17-23, 2025
Have you ever wondered why the night sky is dark?
Doesn’t seem like much of a brainteaser, does it? Everyone knows the sky darkens at night because the sun sets ... or more accurately, because our part of planet Earth rotates away from the sun, and without sunlight illuminating our atmosphere, the sky becomes dark. The end.
Well, not so fast! You don’t think I’d begin my weekly column with a question that has such a quick and simple answer, do you? I wouldn’t, and I haven’t. It seems the question of the dark night sky has been on astronomers’ minds for centuries.
Ancient skywatchers believed that the universe -- and the number of stars in it -- was infinite. If that’s true, they argued, the sky should never become dark. It should always appear as bright as the sun, no matter where we look.
At first thought this may seem nutty, but early natural philosophers thought about the universe as being built with crystalline spheres surrounding us -much like layers of an onion -- with stars being distributed evenly on each.
So it’s not difficult to imagine that,
on the sphere closest to us, stars appear nice and bright. The shell twice as distant would also contain stars, but each would appear four times fainter; those on the shell three times farther would appear nine times fainter, and so on. From this, we might conclude that, because the most distant stars would be so faint, there’s no way we could see them.
But remember, while stars on larger spheres are farther away, the shells also contain more stars. For example, stars on the shell twice as distant are four times fainter, but there are four times as many stars there. On the shell three times farther, stars are nine times fainter, but there are nine times as many.
In other words, each shell would contribute the same amount of starlight to our sky, no matter how far it is. So if there were an infinite number of shells surrounding us, there would also be an infinite number of stars. And this means that, no matter where we look in the sky, our gaze would intersect the surface of a star. And this would add up to a night sky as bright as the sun itself!
But this isn’t true, is it? The nighttime sky is dark. This paradox, now known as Olbers’ paradox, is named after Heinrich Olbers, who tried to
Ancient stargazers believed the universe contained an infinite number of stars.
explain it in 1826. Interestingly, the paradox hasn’t been totally explained even today.
The solution could be as simple as: There is not an infinite number of stars, as many ancient philosophers believed. Or it could be as profound as the universe having an origin, so that the light of the most distant stars hasn’t yet had time to reach us.
Whatever the explanation is, go out-
doors tonight and look into the southern sky, toward the constellations of Scorpius and Sagittarius, and the beautiful Milky Way streaming between them. And then cast your gaze to the seemingly starless sky around them. After today, you may discover a whole new appreciation of the dark night sky!
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BY TRACY BECKERMAN
“What do you think this is?” my husband, pointing to his elbow, asked me.
“That’s your elbow,” I stated matter-of-factly.
“No, these red spots,” he responded.
“Those are red spots,” I replied. He sighed. “I know they’re red spots. What do you think they’re from?”
I took a closer look at the constellation of red bumps on his forearm just below his elbow.
“I’m certainly no expert,” I drawled, “but based on my firsthand experience of having lived in the suburbs for 30 years, and having experienced the same exact phenomenon that you are now suffering from, I can say with 99% confidence that those ... are mosquito bites.”
I went back to prepping dinner, another thing that I was certainly no expert at after 30 years but was willing to keep trying so as not to let my family down with anything less than
the perfectly marinated steak that my husband would overcook on the grill.
My husband scratched at his red spots and insisted I take another look.
“I think it’s something other than mosquito bites,” he declared. I only had a few yesterday, and now I have more today. They’re multiplying!”
“Well, you grilled last night, and you grilled the night before that. The mosquitos had two opportunities to bite you.” I waved him away but knew what was coming next.
“I disagree,” he said. “I think I might have come into contact with a poisonous plant or gotten bit by something worse, or maybe I’m having an allergic reaction to something, and it’s starting as hives but is going to become systemic and make me really sick.”
He paused. I knew he wasn’t done.
“I’m going to go look it up on WebMD.”
Boom.
Now, I’d been down this WebMD
road before. Every time my husband got a “man cold,” he would insist that he’d actually come down with some exotic plague or disease, based on the diagnosis by WebMD. In every instance, it would turn out that my husband did not in fact have Arctic seal poisoning or Rocky Mountain spotted fever but did just have a cold, although a “man cold” was certainly severe enough to kill him -- or at least me for having to put up with him.
This being the case, I was pretty sure that when he compared his red spots with those on WebMD, he would discover he had not been bitten by some aggressive suburban mosquitos but rather had somehow come into contact with the poison of an Amazon poison dart frog or was showing the first signs of leprosy.
Of course, we had neither been to the Amazon nor fraternized with anyone with leprosy, so it was highly unlikely that he was suffering from either of
those and more likely that he’d just been dinner for a couple of hungry mosquitos.
Still, I thought as his wife that I should validate his concerns and not be too quick to dismiss a medical system based on an algorithm designed by computer nerds rather than real doctors.
“Hey honey, before you check WebMD, would you light the grill? The steaks are almost ready to go on.”
“Sure,” he replied.
“And also, put some of this on before you go outside,” I said, handing him the bug spray. “It protects against mosquitos and poison dart frogs.”
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in almost half a century. Or Village Hall. Or wherever the BOT decides. (Greenlawn Cemetery has surveyed all the stained-glass windows in the cemetery and is now making them more accessible to the public.) We should all thank Mayor Flanagan and the previous BOT for removing the stained-glass windows over strong opposition from the Historical Society President and Mayor Veneziale’s St Paul’s Committee. As documented, some of the Clayton, Bell & Inc stained glass windows that were installed in 1883 are beyond original repair, having collapsed to the Chapel floor and shattered. While I believe the provenance of most of the stainedglassed windows is known, I hope Botti was able to identify the company that glazed the window dedicated to Lillian Parker Marsh, the Headmaster’s wife who passed in 1928.
Why has the Village allowed our historical pieces to rot and deteriorate for years, rather than be displayed for the residents to admire and be used as teaching tools for the residents about the history of Garden City? A BOT that pushes for $100,000,000 plus to save a building for uses that are already being satisfied by the Village, as the BCI survey results showed, but can’t take the time to save so many wonderful historical pieces, seems not interested in the history of Garden City as much as it is in creating a vanity project to their own egos.
And again, thank you Mayor Flanagan and the prior trustees that finally started saving the historical pieces, the beautiful Stained-glass windows, after 35 years of neglect.
Lets save the rest now!
Donald MacLeo
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the Editor:
The much anticipated Town Hall survey results Tuesday night should not come as a surprise. According to BCI none of the 3 preservation choices received significant support to provide any basis for moving forward with a preservation project. This lack of any consensus demonstrates the consistent long term lack of support for preserving the building continues even when lowball cost (highly debatable) estimates and Trustee zealotry are injected into the mix. The lack of resident support for irrational exuberance is consistent with residents’ preference for financial prudence, financial stability and flexibility prevailed over a costly uncertain adventure. Perhaps folks don’t like suppression of the unfettered right to express their choices especially when the scales are deliberately uneven.
Looking back:
Prior to the Oct. 2023 Poll the then
Mayor had admitted in August the Poll was “stacked against demolition” and no Board effort was made to present an aftermath such as a cost estimated park or new structure Rec/Community center facility. Instead there was manipulation of cost estimates that were put in the Poll. (Please read emails revealed by Judge and former Mayor Flanagan , *go to https://tinyurl.com/stpaulsemails/).
Yet based upon the previous Nov. 2022 Town Hall presentation and letter exchange in April 2023 ( read letters April 14 and Apr. 28 both on p. 2) it was known that a park would cost approx. $12-14m which would be added to the Oct. 2023 demolition estimate by Westerman of $14-16m. ( Let’s be real the Westerman abatement cost for any choice was $947k covered only asbestos removal. The real cost of full abatement as costed this year by D&B under Judge- former Mayor Flanagan’s tenure is approx. $9M.) So demo+ elaborate park = around $38m).
Mayor Finneran misspoke when he said the senior exemption came out in Spring 2023. As reflected in the emails, *see emails Torino tax emption and Unrelated WESTERMAN. 10/05/23 from McDonough to Trustees Harrington & Torino and B. Garry. Kate Schmidt, B. Andromidas, R. Vassolotti, R. Mulrooney Trustee Torino proposed it (and other goodies that are unreal) at a POA meeting on Oct. 10, just 10 days before the Poll. So when the Mayor now said that the exemption is not viable or off the table and the current survey afforded respondents an opportunity to change their vote this is misleading. Why? because it is he and his Board that refused to follow BCI’s advice to include demolition as a choice in the survey based upon his and his Board’s bizarre conclusion demolition lost in a NON BINDING POLL So the idea of the survey constituted a makeup vote is ludicrous. Where was the word demolition or its costs ever even mentioned in the survey?
Nevertheless demolition still attained “up to 48%” support in the compromised survey according to BCI. Obviously, if more realistic, significantly higher cost numbers for preservation were provided demolition would achieve a strong majority support. Residents expression of a comfort level at a yearly cost of $500 then knocks the preservation choices out of the ballpark and into oblivion.
The lengthy letter entitled “Let Conservancy Have St Paul’s” in last week’s GCN on p. 46 was thought provoking. With much detail it points out the failure of past and present efforts to find a St. Paul’s solution. The flawed polls and surveys, tainted cost estimates, rejection of compromise litter the field of the St Paul’s struggle. But the proposed solution of assigning the task specifically to the St Paul’s Conservancy is wrongheaded. It is:
1. Woefully undercapitalized to perform the many functions a conservancy would be expected to bear.
2. It has no track record of raising any substantial amount of funds to support a construction project or even financially support operating and maintenance costs.
3. It has no qualified personnel to run the conservancy and its leadership is filled with those engaged in statements and tactics anathema to the principals of quality conservatories. The email disclosures of Judge, former Mayor Flanagan exposed these serious concerns.
4. Questions raised in the Mar. 2024 Ruskin Moscou legal opinion concerning the feasibility of this conservancy .
5. Granting the Conservancy an unrestricted 25 year lease is giving carte blanche to this group for 25 years places the Village at the mercy of those already proven unworthy.
6.The idea of financial supporters of the Tenant getting a Village tax credit for their St Paul’s is a way of creating a 10% shortfall in tax revenues presumably be made up for by increasing taxes on the entire Village population.
7. The unlikelihood of the St Paul’s Conservancy being able to financially perform- fund raising, management, technical acumen?
8. The suggested terms of the lease agreement provide for termination of the lease on mutual consent, but does not provide a for cause termination provision.
Mr. Brown makes a great point, St. Paul’s is a luxury, not a necessity. It follows that after 33 years enough is enough, it has become an extravagance unworthy of further pursuing. Years ago once the heat was shut off and the building neglected the story was written. So let’s move forward>>> demolish and build a park, and/or a smart sized and wallet friendly rec/community center.
S. G. Gorray
To the Editor:
In response to the constant hammering in the GC News (Say No group and Letters to the Editor) regarding a
casino at the Hub, implying that you should vote out of office all of those Republicans who were in favor, voter be very aware.
For the record, I am also against the casino, but I am in favor of elected officials who have made Nassau County the safest county in the U.S., and in favor of lowering taxes...which Republicans have a record to run on.
In my opinion, both of these issues supercede the casino issue. Democrats also have a record to run on....increasing your taxes, as witnessed in the Big Beautiful Bill, which both Rep. Curran and Suozzi voted against (along with every Democrat). Had that bill not been passed by Republicans, almost every resident in Nassau County would have had a tax increase. Let that sink in.
Personal Safety and lowering taxes vs. a casino nearby...you be the judge in November!
Gordon Keit
To the Editor:
In the August 8th edition of the Garden City News, an article entitled “Village Weighs Impact of North Avenue Barrier Trial” there was a section which described South Avenue on the other side of the LIRR tracks and the installation of two permanent speed bumps east of Adelphi University. Anyone who drives South Avenue can tell you that it’s next to impossible to stick to the 30 MPH speed limit without being tailgated by another driver who wants to go faster and the installation of these speed bumps has definitely calmed down some of the traffic.
However, the section from Nassau Boulevard heading east to the entrances of Adelphi University could also use a few speed bumps as it is a straight run with only the Stop sign at Brompton Road (which is usually ignored by drivers) to slow them down. A Stop sign at Kensington Road and South Avenue as mentioned in the article might help (if that one is not ignored too) but the speed bumps would be a more efficient way to calm the traffic and slow down those who refuse to abide by the Stop signs and the posted speed limit.
Karen Boldizar
We are pleased to announce the addition of Vox Books to our Children’s Room collection. These innovative books feature integrated audio, allowing young readers to listen and follow along as they read, enhancing their literacy and engagement. We invite you to explore this valuable resource and support the development of early reading skills in your learner.
These programs are for children ages birth through Grade 5. Registration is required. Visit https://www.gardencitypl.libcal.com to register for August programs.
Programs may be canceled due to weather, power outages, lack of registration, or other unforeseen circumstances. If contact information has been provided for registration, a direct attempt will be made to notify participants.
An activity table with preloaded games, suitable for 1-4 players and geared for upper elementary grade chil-
dren, has been added to the Chill Zone in the Children's Department. Games include word games, puzzles, dominoes and more. Come and check it out!
• Monday, Aug. 18, at 10:30 a.m.: Toddler Storytime - 18 Months to 3 Years
• Monday, Aug. 18, at 3:30 p.m.: Mixed Age Storytime - Birth to 5 Years (Not in Kindergarten)
• Tuesday, Aug. 19, at 10:30 a.m.: Bug Preschool Craft - ages 3 Years to 5 (Not in Kindergarten)
• Wednesday, Aug. 20, at 10:30 a.m.: STEAM Preschool Building - 6 Months to 5 Years (Not in Kindergarten)
• Monday, Aug. 25, at
Join us on August 18 at 3:30 p.m. for Mixed Age Storytime - Birth to 5 Years (Not in Kindergarten).
10:30 a.m.: Toddler Storytime - 18 Months to 3 Years
• Monday, Aug. 25, at 3:30 p.m.: Mixed Age Storytime - Birth to 5 Years (Not in Kindergarten)
• Tuesday, Aug. 26, at 10:30 a.m.: A Time For Kids Preschool Readiness - 18 Months to 5 Years (Not in Kindergarten)
• Wednesday, Aug. 27, at 10:30 a.m.: STEAM Preschool Building - 6 Months to 5 Years (Not in Kindergarten)
• Thursday, Aug. 28, at 10:30 a.m.: Movie: “Dog Man” - Rated PG for Grades K–5
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.
Join us on August 19 at 10:30 a.m. for Bug Preschool Craft - Ages 3 Years to 5 (Not in Kindergarten).
The film “Akeelah and the Bee” will be screened at the Garden City Public Library on Monday, August 18.
Monday Movies presented by the Friends of the Garden City Library at 1:30 p.m.:
August
August 18 - “Akeelah and the Bee”2006, 112 Mins
August 25 - “Stand and Deliver”1988, 112 Mins, September
September 8 - “Same Time Next Year” - 1978, 119 Mins.
September 15 - “Rocky” - 1983, 120 Mins.
September 22 - “Yentl” - 1983, 133 Mins.
September 29 - “Rudy” - 1983, 114 Mins.
Color
June 20–August 31, 2025
Join us for our 2025 Adult Summer Reading Club! The theme this year is “Color Our World” and we plan on having a colorful summer!
Registration ended July 31, and the review cards deadline is August 30. For additional information contact Adult Services at (516)742-8405 ext. 5236 or email speakingofbooks@gardencitypl.org. Be sure to come to the Reference Desk and you will receive a complimentary bag filled with fun things.
Each time you read a book, we ask that you fill out a review card (provided in your bag). Return it to the box on the Reference Desk for a chance to win a prize. The more you read, the better chance you have to
win. At the end of the summer, we will select review cards randomly and award prizes!
For additional information contact Adult Services at (516)742-8405 ext. 5236 or email speakingofbooks@gardencitypl.org
August Programs
Mah-Jongg & Games (Register for each one separately)
• Saturday, August 16, from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
• Thursday, August 28, from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
• Thursday, August 28, from 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. in the Large Meeting Room
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.
The Library will provide a selection of popular board games, or you may bring one of your own. As usual, please bring your own mah-jongg boards. If you would like to play card games like canasta and bridge, please provide your own cards.
August Book Discussion: “The Book Club for Troublesome Women” by Marie Bostwick Tuesday, August 19, from 7 – 8 p.m. in the Small Meeting Room
Four dissatisfied 60s-era housewives form a book club turned sisterhood that will hold fast amid the turmoil of a rapidly changing world and alter the course of each of their lives.
By early 1960s standards, Margaret Ryan, Viv Buschetti, and Bitsy Cobb, suburban housewives in a brand-new “planned community” in Northern Virginia, appear to have it all. The fact that “all” doesn’t feel like enough leaves them feeling confused and guilty, certain the fault must lie with them. Things begin to change when they form a book club and read Betty Friedan’s just-released book, “The Feminine Mystique.”
Controversial and groundbreaking, the book struck a chord with an entire generation of women, helping them realize that they weren't alone in their dissatisfactions, or their longings, lifting their eyes to new horizons of possibility and achievement. But is it really the book that alters the lives of these four very different women? Or is it the bond of sisterhood that helps them find courage to confront the past, navigate turmoil in a rapidly changing world, and see themselves in a new and limitless light?
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. Books will be available at the Reference desk for checkout, copies may also be available on Libby. Programs may be canceled due to weather, power outages, lack of registra-
tion, or other unforeseen circumstances If contact information has been provided for registration, a direct attempt will be made to notify participants.
• Tuesday, August 26 • Tuesday, September 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
• Tuesday, October 7, 14, 21, 28
• Tuesday, November 4, 11 7–8 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 twelve classes continuing through November. 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. Programs may be canceled due to weather, power outages, lack of registration, or other unforeseen circumstances. If contact information has been provided for registration, a direct attempt will be made to notify participants.
Through the generosity of the Friends of the Garden City Public Library, the Library offers free passes to select museums and cultural institutions. Reservations can be made via LibCal, which requires a Library card and a PIN. Please visit the Circulation Desk to verify or create your PIN. Once you have a PIN, you can make your reservations from home or at the Library.
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, including the Vanderbilt Museum located at 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport. 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. For a list of print-from-home passes, visit the Library website, www.gardencitypl.org.
Passes for the following museums still need to be picked up at the Library: 9/11 Memorial & Museum, NYC (2 adults & 2 children); MoMA (the Museum of Modern Art), NYC (5 visitors); the Long Island Children’s Museum, Garden City (2 adults & 2 children) and the Empire Pass, which allows entry of the vehicle when the card is presented at most New York State Parks, Department of Environmental Conservation forest preserve areas, boat launch sites, arboretums and park preserves.
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 first-come, firstserved basis. Reservations can be made in person at the Reference Desk or over the phone at 516-742-8405 x5236.
Additional rules and information are available at the library.
See what’s happening at your library!
Check this paper each week for fun and informative all-ages activities, like classes, lectures, concerts, movie screenings, and more, all for free or cheap!
Stop by the Library to see the Tweens and Teens Summer Tiny Art Show in August! Tweens and teens entering Grades 6-12 in Fall 2025 volunteered to paint tiny canvases this summer for the Library to display outside the Tweens and Teens Room. Over 50 canvases were painted! Visit the Library until the end of August to see all the beautiful artwork!
These programs are for tweens and teens entering Grades 6-12 in Fall 2025 unless otherwise noted. Registration is required for these programs on LibCal at https://gardencitypl.libcal.com unless otherwise noted.
Teens who complete an online survey after specific programs can receive community service for participating.
Anytime you attend a program between June 16 and August 13, you will be entered into a special raffle to win a $50 Barnes and Noble gift card! Programs may be canceled due to weather, power outages, lack of registration, or other unforeseen circumstances. If contact information has been provided for registration, a
direct attempt will be made to notify participants.
Registration is live online at https://gardencitypl.libcal.com for the following programs:
• Tuesday, August 12 to Thursday, August 21: Ornaments for Community Service (Grades 6–12)
• Monday, August 18, at 4 p.m.: Teen Creative Hour (Grades 6–12)
• Tuesday, August 19, at 4 p.m.: Teen Advisory Board (Grades 6–12)
• Wednesday, August 20, at 2 p.m.: VolunTeen Artists: Friendship Bracelets for Community Service (Grades 6–12)
• Thursday, August 21, at 4 p.m.: Dungeons and Dragons (Grades 4–12)
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Teens learned about the science of color during Teen STEAM Workshop: Tie Dye with Chris Buchman, which was held on Monday August 4 at the Library. Teens entering Grades 6-12 in Fall 2025 were able to tie dye socks and baseball caps. Teen STEAM Workshop will return in the Fall 2025, so check back at the Library at the end of the summer to see the Tweens and Teens Department’s Fall Program Schedule!
Stop by the Lower Level of the Library to see the Tweens and Teens Summer Creative Arts Show in August! Tweens and teens entering Grades 6-12 in Fall 2025 volunteered to create artwork and writing for the Library’s art gallery to have a Creative Arts Show. There are 20 pieces on display. Visit the Library until the end of August to see all both the writing and art!
Teens created sushi out of candy at one of this summer’s Teen Crafternoons, which was held on Tuesday, August 5 at the Library! Teen Crafternoons are crafting programs for tweens and teens entering Grades 6-12 in Fall 2025. Teen Crafternoons will return in the Fall 2025, so check back at the Library at the end of the summer to see the Tweens and Teens Department’s Fall Program Schedule!
A 1964 view facing south of the Community Park and surroundings.
Cherry Valley Ave. is upper left and Cambridge Ave. at bottom. The Garden City Nursery School is on Cherry Valley Ave beyond the parking lot, followed by the School Bus Garage and the Municipal Yard. At top center are the original incinerator and new incinerator, each with chimney. The original building still exists [less chimney], used for storage, but the second one was demolished in 1986. At extreme upper right is the Village Nursery. It provided trees and shrubs used by the Village until its discontinuance in the 1970s in favor of these items being purchased Aside from the pool facility and one ball field at right, the remaining area in the photo is still occupied by the sewerage facility leaching fields, in the process of being regraded.
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A selection from the extensive Village Archives. Others can be seen at www.NYHeritage.org - click on Organizations, G, and Garden City Public Library.
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support and mentorship played a pivotal role in inspiring Kate’s own journey as an educator and artist.
The winners of the 2025 Young Artist Awards were announced during the reception:
• Merit Award: Cassidy O’Leary (11) of Floral Park, for her graphite drawing of a rollerskate.
• 3rd Place: Quinn Redmond (11) of Floral Park, for a realistic graphite portrait of a dog.
• 2nd Place: Samantha Racich (16) of Garden City, for her dynamic pastel rendering of an ocean wave.
• 1st Place: Kate Foley (13) of
Garden City, for her bold and expressive alcohol marker portrait of a French bulldog.
• Raffle Winner: Everly Pearson (10) of Manhasset won some fabulous art supplies in the raffle
Each piece demonstrated not only artistic technique but also a strong sense of creativity and expression — qualities that are central to GCDB’s mission.
Congratulations go out to all the participants, whose work made this year’s show such a memorable success. With growing talent and continued community support, the future looks bright for these young artists — and we look forward to seeing what they create next.
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Looking to volunteer? Check out some of our –ngoing 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: Bookmarks for Community Service - No registration required. Up to 20 bookmarks can be submitted per volunteer monthly.
• Ongoing: Kindness Cards for Community Service - No registration required. Up to 10 cards can be submitted per volunteer monthly.
BY SUZIE ALVEY, FORMER VILLAGE HISTORIAN
Howard S. Jones (1863-1936) gave Louis Comfort Tiffany a run for his money. They owned businesses concurrently during the Gilded Age. Like Tiffany, the Thomas Jones Decorative Glass Company in Brooklyn created exquisite stained-glass windows for churches, movie palaces (ex. the Strand Theater on Fulton at Rockwell, Brooklyn), public places and private homes. The average person would not be able to tell the difference between a Jones or a Tiffany window, since they are all remarkable samples of true artistry. Thomas Jones founded the company that his son, Howard worked at and eventually took over.
Both the Jones and Tiffany studios used separate layers of different stained glass in each section; employed streamer glass- sheets of glass having strings of colored glass fused together and painted the figures’ faces. The reds that each company employed were expensive, since they had to use actual gold to get the right red color in the kiln process. Both studios had many large commissions.
The difference between the two men is that Tiffany did a lot of experimenting with glass, inventing his favrile glass that is characterized by iridescent, metallic tones. Jones was limited in that the favrile glass was patented. Jones’ company also produced simpler items such as reverse-painted glass business signs with gold leaf for pharmacies, breweries (Yuengling & Trommers were a few) and more. The company pro -
Howard S. Jones (Thomas Jones
duced glass that could be mitered, beveled, silvered, embossed, chipped and sandblasted, according to a factory catalog from 1905.
Another difference between Jones and Tiffany was that Jones publicly acknowledged his artists, whereas even a famous artist like Clara Driscoll, whose “dragonfly lamps” were so popular, was not mentioned by Tiffany.
Two of the Thomas Jones Glass artists were Henry Hoffman and Jacob Kenyon. As the catalog pronounced:
“We employ the best artists to be had in the country for our Art Glass Department, to make use of the best
“I Am the Resurection and the life. John 11:25. To the Glory of God, in loving memory of Elene Theodora Happ. April 16, 1900–March 30, 1909.” Stained glass window by the Thomas Jones Decorative Glass Company.
“Christ and the Woman of Samaria. I am the Water of life. John 4. To the Glory of God in Loving Memory of Richard J. Haase, born May 19th, 1858, died May 10th, 1906. Dedicated Palm Sunday- 1915.” Stained glass window by the Thomas Jones Decorative Glass Company. Photo by the Rev. Corbin Henderson, 2025)
material only, to reproduce the brilliant colors of the Middle Ages and to avoid both narrowness of some modern schools and the awkward and unnatural style of the earlier ones. Our designs are new and up to date, and we are always pleased to submit special designs when called upon to do so.”
Both Hoffman and Kenyon were vital members of St. John’s Lutheran Church. Hoffman’s artistry is described in a 1907 “Brooklyn Daily Times” article:
“A memorial window placed in St. John’s Lutheran Church…will be dedicated tomorrow. The subject is ‘Suffer Little Children to Come unto Me.’ The window is three feet wide and eleven feet high…This is the second memorial window of a series which is to be placed from time to time in this church, being Gothic in design…The window is a work of art, and shows the wonderful expression of the master, Henry Hoffman. It also shows the skilled hand and feeling in the construction and blending of color which is obtained by placing several thicknesses of glass to get the desired shade. The window was executed in the studio of the Thomas Jones Decorative Glass Company, of Brooklyn.”
Another article from the same newspaper in 1915 describes the last memorial window at St. John’s Lutheran Church:
“… A beautiful memorial window will be dedicated to-morrow morning
at St. John’s Lutheran Church…The subject of the window is ‘Christ and the Woman of Samaria’…This window is the last of a series picturing the Redeemer in the familiar acts of his work for the salvation of man…”
St. John’s Lutheran Church is now known as the Metropolitan Baptist Church. It’s renovated inside but the stained-glass windows have been preserved. To see these lovely turn-ofthe-century windows, one can visit the church, located between 83rd and 84th Streets near 16th Avenue in the Midwood section of Brooklyn. (For more information, please go to mbcbrooklyn.org. The Rev. Corbin Henderson is the minister.)
In regard to the Jones’ Garden City life, they bought the 120 x 150foot property and built the home at 84 Nassau Boulevard in 1908, moving from Brooklyn. Located just south of Stewart Avenue, it was in walking distance to the Long Island Rail Road where Howard could take it to his factory in Brooklyn. He and Minnie Weed Jones (1868-1946) were married for many years but they didn’t have any children for their six-bedroom home. By 1917 the Brooklyn Blue Book and Long Island Social Register listed visiting days for Minnie on Mondays, back when most people didn’t own telephones, although the Jones’ did. It also said that Howard owned a car by the Jeffrey Company (bought out by Nash Motors). He was one of only four in Garden City listed that year who owned a car. Less than
2 percent of the New York State population had a car then.
Jones belonged to the Garden City Golf Club, was a director of the Garden City Country Club, the Garden City Lodge of Masons and was a member of a few clubs in Brooklyn.
After Howard Jones passed away in 1936, Minnie continued to live at number 84, and eventually moved to
Hilton House on Hilton Avenue by 1943. She passed away in 1946. If anyone has any stories of the house they own or grew up in, please contact Suzie Alvey at suziealvey@ gmail.com. She collaborates with the current Village Historians, Bill Bellmer and Patty Siler, as well as The Garden City Historical Society.
We’re looking for writers in our community to compose ar ticles on local topics, opinions, reviews, worthy places to visit on Long Island, and even pieces of fiction. We aim to feature at least one new article and writer each week in our Discovery magazine section.
Email submissions: editor@gcnews.com
• Attach article and any photos (1MB), along with your name and contact info.
• Articles must be between 1,500 - 3,000 words. • Each writer will be reimbursed a stipend of $25.⁰⁰
Members of the Garden City Police Department came to the Garden City Pool to celebrate National Night Out earlier this month
On Tuesday, August 5, 2025, the Garden City Police Department participated in a country-wide community crime/drug prevention awareness program titled “National Night Out” at Garden City Community Park. The annual community-building campaign enables local police departments and residents to form a partnership in making their communities a safer place to live by encouraging residents to:
• report a crime or suspicious activity as soon as it happens,
• take necessary steps to prevent crime,
• join and/or support local community organizations that address crime and quality of life issues,
• discuss with your family what to do in case of emergencies,
• encourage safe driving, bik -
ing, and walking habits,
• help make children aware of the dangers of drugs and alcohol, and
• advise them on what to do when approached by strangers.
During this event, Commissioner Kenneth Jackson, Mayor Edward Finneran, Administrator Ralph Suozzi, Inspector Gerard Kneisel, members of the Department’s Community Policing Unit, and NYU Langone personnel met with residents to discuss current issues impacting the safety and welfare of the community and what can be done together to make the Village a safer place for all.
The Department provided parents with Child Identification Program Kits, which included a section for a current photograph, as well as space for recording descriptions and mea -
surements. Commissioner Jackson stated, “The kits take two minutes to complete and allow parents to safely store in their own home the vast majority of their child’s vital information should law enforcement ever need it”.
Identity theft booklets were also handed out to residents which offer valuable insights and practical tips that can help individuals safeguard themselves against identity theft.
Commissioner Jackson stated, “We believe that by equipping the community with these resources, we contribute to enhancing their overall safety and well-being”.
“Events such as National Night Out provide an excellent opportunity for the Department and community to interact and work together to develop ideas to make the Village a better place to live and work,” Commissioner Jackson said.
Garden City Community Church Nursery School just wrapped another successful summer of its Community Adventures summer program.
Garden City Community Church Nursery School has strived, over these many years, to create an environment that is supportive of the “work” of children; a place that offers a loving and nurturing environment, indoors and OUT!
“Play is fundamentally important for learning 21st century skills, such as problem solving, collaboration, and creativity.”
-American Academy of Pediatrics
Enrollment for the 2025–26 school year is ongoing. There are limited openings for 2, 3 and 4 year old children. For more information check out our website - gcccnurseryschool.com or email the school at gccc.nursery@gmail.com
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.
The Garden City Pool welcomes Hofstra University as its sponsor for our 2025 Movie Night Series.
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 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
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!!!
Classes will be held in St. Paul’s Center, 108 Rockaway Avenue. To register please visit www.chesswizards. com.
The summer court fee is $36 per court per hour all day long. Senior Citizen rates of $32 per court per hour are still in effect at the designated times. Community Park tennis courts will open at 8 a.m. each day for the summer season.
We would like to welcome Hofstra University as one of our sponsors for the 2025 season. They are sponsoring the movie night series, and also sponsored the Party Under the Stars Night on July 26. Thank you Hofstra University. We would also like to thank Mollie’s Fund for providing our patrons at the pool with sunscreen and materials on sun safety. It is greatly appreciated, Thank you Mollie’s Fund.
Magic of Amore will be performing at Edgemere Park this Friday, August 15, at 6:30 p.m. sharp! Enjoy in this incredible magic show for children of all ages!
Flag Football is coming back!
Outdoor sessions on Friday from 9/19–10/24 from 4:30–5:30 p.m. & an Indoor session from 11/7–12/19 from 4:30–5:30 p.m. at the St. Paul’s fields and the St. Paul’s Fieldhouse. There will be 30 minutes of clinic and 30 minutes of games! Run by Pioneer!
Sessions starting Mondays 9/22–11/3 & 11/17–12/22 from 6p - 7p at St. Paul’s Fieldhouse! Run by Pioneer!
For September 23 and 24 from 9–12 p.m. at the St. Paul’s. Run by Pioneer!
Have you ever had the desire to challenge your artistic skills? Perhaps you enjoyed drawing as a child and never seriously ventured to explore your hidden talent. Perhaps you have painted and wish to advance your current skills. Arleen Rueth Urban PSA has been offering her pastel class at Cluett Hall for decades to accommodate the beginner as well as the seasoned artist through her expertise and skillful teaching. She will guide you through her years of drawing experience to master your skills and create the very best you can be as an artist. Arleen is a signature member of the Pastel Society of America and a seasoned professional portrait artist. Her commissions are in the homes of families both locally and abroad. She is the winner of numerous awards including the international Elvis Presley award held annually in Graceland, where her portrait of the “King” hangs permanently at his home. She has painted portraits of many famous subjects throughout the country, including the late Barbara Walters.
On the first day of the program, a list of supplies will be distributed to the students. Arleen will then demonstrate her skills in pastel. She will transform an ordinary photograph into a skillfully executed rendering. Students will learn throughout the course, basic drawing skills, the aspects of color, composition, perspective, and all the elements of a good painting. Although pastel is her recommended choice of mediums, her extensive skill as an artist can assist anyone in any medium they wish to explore in her class. Hints from drawing from the right side of the brain are utilized weekly as Arleen will critique the students works and suggest endless hints of how to make each painting the very best it can be.
Arleen will accept all levels of expertise from very beginner to the seasoned artist. It has been noted that artists can add ten years to their life expectancy due to the positive passion that art can have on those fortunate enough to make it part of their lives. So don’t hesitate,
sign up for this wonderful local Art program, and become the artist you wish you had always been.
We will be hosting a brand new yoga program for adults at Cluett Hall in the fall. Classes will be held on Saturdays from 8 a.m.–9 a.m. starting September 6! More information to come!
The Garden City Pool is hiring attendants and lifeguards for the end of the summer! Our college staff members are heading off to school soon, so attendants and lifeguards are needed for the end of the Pool season. Lifeguards must have a valid Nassau County certification and a CPR certification taken after 09/02/2024 and provided by an approved NYS provider. If interested in a position, please contact the Pool office at 516-465-4074.
For information only, registration will begin in early September, date TBD. Classes begin September 22.
Monday:
5:00 – 5:55: Jazz for Grades 7 and 8 7:00–7:55: Jazz for Grades 9–12
Tuesday:
4:00–4:55: Ballet/Jazz for Grades 2 and 3
5:00–5:55: Jazz/Lyrical for Grades 4–6
6:00–6:55: Lyrical for Grades 7 and 8 8:00–8:55: Adult Dance Combo for Ages 25–60
Wednesday: 11:15-12:00: Senior Citizen Combo (takes place at the Senior Center) for Ages 60–90
2:00–2:55: Creative Combo for Ages 3.5-5 years old
4:00–4:55: Ballet/Tap for Grades K and 1
5:00–5:55: Jazz/Tap for Grades 4–6 7:00 –7:55: Lyrical for Grades 9–12
Thursday: 4:00–4:55: Creative Combo for Ages 3.5–5 Years old
5:00–5:55: Jazz/Lyrical for Grades 2 and 3
7:00- 7:55: Ballet for Grades 9–12
Friday: 4:00–4:55: Ballet/Hip Hop for Grades K and 1
5:00–5:55: Jazz/Hip Hop for Grades 2 and 3
6:00–6:55: Jazz/Musical Theatre for Grades 4–6
Saturday: 10:00–10:55: Ballet/Hip Hop for Grades K & 1st
11:00–11:55: Creative Combo for Ages 3.5 – 5 Years Old
1:00–1:55: Jazz/Hip Hop for Grades 7 and 8
3:00–3:55: Tap for Grades 7–12
Varsity players Daly Prybylski and Grace Golden teach and inspire a group of young players.
The Garden City High School Varsity Field Hockey team will be hosting an instructional clinic for girls in grades K–8 during September and October.
The clinic will take place from 3:30 to 5 p.m. on the Garden City High School turf (please note the new time) on the following dates:
• Sunday, September 7
• Sunday, September 14
• Sunday, September 21
• Sunday, September 28
• Sunday, October 5
• Sunday, October 19
Clinic Cost: $60 (checks only please). Please bring your field hockey stick, mouth guard, protective eyewear, shin guards
This is a fundraising event for the Garden City Varsity Field Hockey team
Name:
Address:
Email Address:
Parent Cell Phone Number:
Grade:
Please include the player’s grade!
Any medical issues or concerns:
Please make all checks payable to Garden City Field Hockey and drop or mail the above information and payment to Jennifer O’Hanlon, 40 Russell Rd.
GCAA will be hosting tryouts for Travel Basketball beginning September 8. Please make sure to note the day and time listed below so as not to miss your child's designated tryout day.
All travel teams will play in the Island Garden Super League, which includes a 15 game schedule for boys and a 12 game schedule for girls (plus playoffs) starting in late November 2025 and running thru March 2026. Teams will practice 1–2 times per week. GCAA aims to create two or three teams per grade subject to adequate demand and available coaching.
Players must register and pay prior to tryouts using the link (https://registration.teamsnap.com/form/35998) or visit the GCAA Basketball website and click the link on the homepage). Payment will be reimbursed in the case that your child does not make a team. Please note there is an additional charge of $50 for all players that require a new uniform.
In addition to travel team games and practices, participation in the GCAA weekend Intramural program is mandatory for boys 6th grade and under, and girls 5th grade and under. 7th/8th grade boys and 6th grade girls are strongly encouraged to participate, though it is not required. Parents need to register separately for Intramurals once registration opens in late September. GCAA Travel Basketball does its best to work
around additional Middle School/CYO conflicts during the basketball season, and ensures that there are no scheduling conflicts between travel/intramural games.
The dates and times of the tryouts are as follows:
3rd Grade Boys - Tuesday, September 16, from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. at St. Paul’s 4th Grade Boys - Monday, September 8, from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. at St. Paul’s 5th Grade Boys - Monday, September 8, from 7:30 - 9:00 p.m. at St. Paul’s 6th Grade Boys - Monday, September 15, from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. at St. Paul’s 7th Grade Boys - Monday, September 15, from 7:30 - 9:00 p.m. at St. Paul’s 8th Grade Boys - Tuesday, September 16, from 7:30 - 9:00 p.m. at St. Paul’s 4th Grade Girls - Tuesday, September 9, from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. at St. Paul’s 5th Grade Girls - Tuesday, September 9, from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. at St. Paul’s 6th Grade Girls - Tuesday, September 9, from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. at St. Paul’s 7th Grade Girls - Tuesday, September 9, from 7:30 - 9:00 p.m. at St. Paul’s 8th Grade Girls - Tuesday, September 9, from 7:30 - 9:00 p.m. at St. Paul’s
The Garden City Recreation and Parks Dance Conservatory has released the following schedule for classes that will be held starting in September. The following is for informational purposes only. Registration will begin in early September, date to be announced.
Monday:
5:00–5:55: Jazz for Grades 7 and 8 7:00–7:55: Jazz for Grades 9–12
Tuesday:
4:00–4:55: Ballet/Jazz for Grades 2 and 3
5:00–5:55: Jazz/Lyrical for Grades 4–6
6:00–6:55: Lyrical for Grades 7 and 8
8:00–8:55: Adult Dance Combo for Ages 25–60
Wednesday:
11:15–12:00: Senior Citizen Combo for Ages 60–90 (takes place at the Senior Center)
2:00–2:55: Creative Combo for Ages 3.5–5 Years Old
4:00–4:55: Ballet/Tap for Grades K and 1
5:00–5:55: Jazz/Tap for Grades 4–6 7:00 –7:55: Lyrical for Grades 9–12
Thursday: 4:00–4:55: Creative Combo for Ages 3.5–5 years old
5:00–5:55: Jazz/Lyrical for Grades 2 and 3
7:00– 7:55: Ballet for Grades 9–12
Friday:
4:00–4:55: Ballet/Hip Hop for Grades K and 1
5:00–5:55: Jazz/Hip Hop for Grades 2 and 3
6:00–6:55: Jazz/Musical Theatre for Grades 4–6
Saturday:
10:00–10:55: Ballet/Hip Hop for Grades K & 1st 11:00–11:55: Creative Combo for Ages 3.5–5 Years Old
1:00–1:55: Jazz/Hip Hop for Grades 7 and 8
3:00–3:55: Tap for Grades 7–12
The 2025 Garden City Summer Swim team after its strong performance at Division 1 Champs!
The Garden City Summer Swim team wrapped up its season with a second-place finish at the N.M.S.C. Division 1 Championship Meet, coming up just seven points short of first place.
The team had a strong summer, ending the dual meet season with a 4-1 record and placing second in the division. The team’s only loss was a close one to division-rival Long Beach. Throughout the season, the team relied on the depth of its roster: 130 young swimmers ages 6–16 who worked hard at practice every morning since the middle of June.
At Champs, every swim mattered. From the first event to the final relay, swimmers of all ages contributed points that kept Garden City in the running until the very end. The narrow margin to the champions was a reminder of how much each race counts. In total, the team had 9 first-place finishes, 9 second-place finishes, and 13 third-place finishes, with several athletes swimming personal best times in their events.
This season wasn’t just about results in the pool. The team enjoyed the annual Christopher Crafa Memorial Blue & White Meet, which brought together swimmers, coaches, and families for a fun day of racing and team spirit. The summer ended with the traditional team party, where swimmers were rec-
ognized for their effort, improvement, and sportsmanship. Congratulations to the following award winners:
• 8&U: Catherine Aquavito and Freddy Wong
• 9&10: Julia Gonzalez and Luke Pellicone
• 11&12: Brigid Ryan and Aiden Campon
• 13–16: Maddy Gebhard and Kevin McMaster
2025 Most Improved Swimmers:
• 8&U: Emilia Clark and Christian Bentley
• 9&10: Greta Loesch and Jasper Liang
• 11&12: Alexa Argenziano and Tommy Hughes
• 13–16: Ester Kenny and Ryan Young
It was a season to be proud of for the Garden City Summer Swim Team. With so many returning swimmers and new talent coming up, the team is already looking forward to next summer. Until then, GO GC!
For more information on our swim team program at the Garden City Pool, please visit: www.gardencityswimming. com.
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