The Garden City News (9/19/25)

Garden City Middle School flags commemorate 9/11

Garden City Middle School students installed flags in remembrance of Sept. 11, 2001.

BY GARY SIMEONE

It was a heartfelt tribute last Thursday on September 11th as Garden City Middle School students placed American flags in front of the school to honor the tragic events of 9/11. Over three thousand flags were placed on the main lawn by the flagpole to honor all of the people who lost their lives on that fateful day in our nations history.

Edward Escobar, interim principal of the Middle School, and assistant principals, Dr.

Dan Fasano and Bill Marr were instrumental in planning the special day and making it easier for students to express their condolences.

“The events of 9/11 were a tragedy that changed the world, and it is our duty to honor the memory of those who lost their lives and to reaffirm our commitment to the values they cherished,” said Escobar. “Watching the students quietly place the American flags in front of the building is evidence

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of the respect that the entire school community has for this day as we recognize 9/11.”

All of the students from the school’s social studies classes were instructed to go outside during the day to remember the victims who were lost during the tragedy of 9/11.

As part of the remembrance ceremony, they each planted a flag by the main flagpole and listened to speeches from their school’s principal and assistant

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Garden City gears up for Ryder Cup festivities

BY RIKKI MASSAND

The Nassau Council of Chambers of Commerce met Thursday, August 28, at its new office space—converted classrooms at Nassau Community College in East Garden City. The discussion centered on golf’s legendary Ryder Cup, coming this September to Bethpage Black, September 26–28.

Council President Frank Camarano opened the meeting by describing the enormous buildup to the event, which will draw many of the world’s top golfers. He noted preparations ranging from shuttle service via Jones Beach to fully booked area hotels.

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The Chambers welcomed Plainview resident Stacy Black,

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Village takes bigpicture view on tree removals

BY RIKKI MASSAND

Tree pruning, planning, and replacements remain a hot topic in the community, and village officials are working to develop clear protocols, evaluate options, and follow best practices to keep the “garden” in Garden City. At last Wednesday’s meeting, the Board of Trustees approved up to $1,800 in costs for Village Arborist Joe Umana to attend the Tree Care Industry (TCI) Expo, held November 6–8 in St. Louis, Missouri. Funding will come from the Parks – Travel & Training budget.

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Sports avalanche

For this week’s issue we have a very large quantity of kids’ sports photos and stories, as the season has begun for many different leagues, from pre-K soccer to high school football.

We love to publish all of the sports news we get, and from what we’ve heard the kids love to see themselves in print.

That said, it was a bit of a struggle to find space for everything. We increased the number of pages in this week’s issue by twelve pages, and still there are several other stories that just didn’t find a spot in this week’s paper (we’ll get them in next week, we swear!).

We’ve been asking coaches and parents to try to keep the number of pictures down so that everyone has a

chance to be published and to keep our printing costs under control.

For ordinary games, please try to keep the number of photos to no more than five or six or fewer. (Of course for special events we can print more photos.) Please include captions for your photos as well.

Our deadline is noon on Wednesdays, but we’ve usually been fairly relaxed about it, as long as we receive material with enough time to edit it prior to our production time. However this week the sports news was an avalanche on Wednesday morning into the afternoon.

We would be so very appreciative if some of you would send material just a bit earlier - it would really help us out!

Give residents a real choice

To the Editor:

The one fact in the long and complicated history of St. Paul’s since Garden City acquired the property in 1993, ostensibly for the playing fields, is the lack of a strong consensus among the residents on what to do with the main building. The 2008 poll showed a plurality (45%) of residents favoring demolition. The 2011 bond resolution to fund demolition failed. In the 2023 poll, where two choices were given, partial or full preservation combined received 2,635 votes and demolition received 1,704. As we all know, the most recent poll did not include demolition, but many residents wrote in demolition and 51% indicated that they did not support any of the three options listed.

Certainly the current BOT by now has enough information to formulate a plan. My suggestion: make it binary. Design a plan for restoration in some form and to some extent with a price tag attached. Look to the recent poll for an indication of what residents who want to save the building would support. Demolition should be the second choice, including a park, again with a price tag attached.

I have no idea what the results of such a poll would be. But I do know that it would allow the current residents and taxpayers to make a real choice that couldn’t be manipulated. The BOT should pledge to support that choice, whichever it is.

Christine Mullaney

Lest we forget

To the Editor:

The former mayor and Board of Trustees presented all residents of Garden City an opportunity to exercise their right to vote on October 21, 2023. Four thousand three hundred (4,339) residents exercised their right to vote on the St. Paul’s Opinion Poll. There were two choices, Preservation of some sort or Demolition. Two thousand six hundred thirty five(2,635) voted for

some form of preservation. One thousand seven hundred four(1,704) voted for Demolition.

Impressive. Garden City Residents had an option to exercise their vote regarding Demolition.

Jeannette McLaughlin

Here we go again

To the Editor:

While I have tried to ignore most of Trustee Torino’s statements regarding St. Paul’s, his statement that “residents may say they don’t want to spend $500for those of us that have ever gone down to Seventh Street, a cup of coffee is around $5, so if you give up one cup of coffee a day, that’s $15,000 a year” was certainly good for a chuckle.

Trustee Torino, and this Board of Trustees (BOT) which seems to have agreed, state that demolition is “a 15-second sound bite saying “Demolish, Demolish!  is not real – you have to wait to figure out what the true costs, impacts on the village and what the village would be with or without St. Paul’s. Merely looking at numbers is a very narrow viewpoint in my mind.” Trustee Torino’s insinuation is those supporting demo are not intelligent, thoughtful residents that want what is best for the village. They have “narrow viewpoints”.  They have not struggled with their position for years and years as so many of us that wanted to save all or parts of the building have.  Yet, little by little many have come to realize it is too late and too big for a small village. Thus, we are “narrow” minded and this BOT is justified when they make very clear they will do what they want and ignore the recent survey and residents. I, and many others, would argue that those chanting “we must save St Paul’s”, “It’s our history” and “it doesn’t matter what it costs”, and their refusal to address capital costs and ongoing operations in an honest fashion, are those that have not figured out “the true costs, impact on the Village”. Yes, “merely See page 43

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Over the past several weeks, based on resident feedback about cut-through traffic and speeding, we have been piloting a closure of North Avenue at Nassau Boulevard. We have received great feedback from residents, including many suggestions.

As the next step, on or about September 22, 2025, we will be removing the closure barriers and launching a new pilot program. North Avenue will be converted to a one-way street heading west between Kilburn Road and Nassau Boulevard. Vehicles traveling along North Avenue will only be permitted to make a right-hand turn when

reaching Nassau Boulevard.

This second pilot program is scheduled to run for approximately six weeks. During this time, we encourage all residents to observe how these changes impact traffic flow and neighborhood safety.

Once the trial period is complete, we will conduct a survey of area residents to gather your feedback and experiences. Your input is vital to help us determine the best longterm solution for North Avenue and ensure the needs of our community are met.

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BY KASSARA MCELROY

At its meeting on Tuesday, September 16th the Garden City Board of Education set an action plan following the district’s completed CASDA literacy review, received progress updates on summer construction, and addressed student concerns over new policies, primarily the phone-free rule.

Superintendent’s

Report

Superintendent of Schools Dr. Kusum Sinha expressed gratitude to the Garden City Police Department for their support at the start of the school year. “They are true, true partners to us,” she said.

The top focus of Sinha’s report was the district’s literacy review conducted by CASDA. Results call for streamlining programs and assessments, clarifying key teaching practices such as small group instruction and explicit grammar, vocabulary, and writing lessons, and auditing intervention support and staffing, including reading specialists in the early grades. It also outlines reviewing criteria for targeted interventions, creating a professional development plan that emphasizes hands-on learning and teacher collaboration, and developing a

new parent toolkit with clear guidance on student progress and ways to support learning at home.

By June 2026, the district expects to streamline its assessment suite, revise the comprehensive literacy framework, provide recommendations for writing and grammar instruction, roll out a professional development roadmap and family communication toolkit, and offer program pilot recommendations by January or February 2026.

Dr. Alice M. Bowman, assistant superintendent for curriculum and instruction, also clarified recent updates to NWEA norms and score reporting, noting that Garden City students continue to outperform national benchmarks. An error affecting seven students’ paperbased state assessments has been corrected, with similar issues reported in other local districts. These adjustments will be reflected in the aggregated data.

Sinha also reported that while the district was nominated for the National Blue Ribbon Schools program, the program concluded before formal recognition.

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Meet BoE reviews literacy program, construction progress

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3 GCHS students named Natl. Merit Semifinalists

Three Garden City High School students have been named semifinalists in the 2026 National Merit Scholarship Program. Photo courtesy of the Garden City School District

Garden City High School has announced that three members of its Class of 2026 – Olivia Allsbrook, Sophia Lippens and Sarah Phinney – have been named semifinalists in the 2026 National Merit Scholarship Competition.

Each year, more than 1.3 million students enter the competition by taking the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/ NMSQT). From this group, 16,000 students nationwide – representing less than one percent of U.S. high school seniors – earn the distinction of semifinalist.

To advance to the finalist stage, students must complete a comprehensive scholarship application that highlights their academic achievements, leadership, community involvement, employ-

ment and honors. They must also maintain an outstanding academic record, receive a high school official’s recommendation, write an essay and submit SAT or ACT scores that confirm their earlier performance.

Finalists, who represent the nation’s 15,000 most accomplished high school seniors, will then compete for approximately 6,930 National Merit Scholarships totaling nearly $26 million, awarded next spring.

“We are very proud of these students,” said Garden City High School Principal Kevin Steingruebner. “Not only have they worked hard to achieve this academic recognition, but they are also well balanced, participating in activities outside the classroom and serving as leaders.”

Sweats for Vets

Members of American Legion Auxiliary Unit 265 are holding their annual drive to collect new navy blue, light blue or gray sweatshirs and sweat pants for veterans at the Veterans Hospital in Northport.  This year the hospital liaison has indicated the need for Mens Sizes M, L, XL, and 2X.

Donations of sweatsuits that meet these specifications may be delivered to 38 Locust St. or 11 Tremont Str.  If

you would prefer to contribute to the purchase of these needed items, a check may be written to ALA UNIT 265 and mailed to ALA Unit 265, PO Box 8, Garden City NY  11530.  Call (516) 7423696 for inquiries.

Sweatsuits are part of the Christmas parcel we bring to the resident patients at the hospital.  The veterans look forward to their new clothing each year.

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Garden City PTA News

Homecoming is Saturday, 9/20!

Meeting place and starting point on 7th Street just east of Franklin Ave. Parade ends at High School Parking Lot on Merillon Ave.

Parade begins at 1 p.m.

Game starts at 3 p.m. . Join/Renew Your PTA Membership Today!

Don’t forget to join the Garden City PTA for the 2025–26 school year! Joining is easy - visit gardencitypta.org and choose your membership option. One membership covers all of your children in all seven schools through June 2026. Join by September 30 for a chance to win an Amazon gift card!

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• September 29 - Homestead Picture Day

• September 30 - Locust Picture Day

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Garden City Real Estate Market Information

RECENT REAL ESTATE SALES IN GARDEN CITY

Long Island Sales Data From One Key MLS

4 Westbury Road

Date: 09/16/2025

Sold price: $3,272,500

7 bedrooms, 4 full baths, 1 half bath

Architectural Style: Colonial

Property Size: .64 acre

Annual taxes: $43,343

MLS number: 849432

The Seller’s Team: Nancy Giannone, Howard Hanna Coach Realty

The Buyer’s Team: Nancy Giannone, Howard Hanna Coach Realty

Welcome to a truly special offering in Garden City — a stately colonial residence that blends timeless elegance with modern convenience, all set on an extraordinary oversized 100x277 lot.

The main home features 4,322 square feet of beautifully designed living space, plus a legal accessory dwelling offering an additional 1,370 square feet — a rare and valuable find in this sought-after neighborhood.

Inside the main home, you’ll find 4 spacious bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms upstairs, along with an optional 5th bedroom or home office and a full bath on the first floor. The layout flows effortlessly, with a grand formal living room, a formal dining room, and an oversized great room with a fireplace, open to the beautifully updated chef’s kitchen featuring white cabinetry, gleaming quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a generous peninsula perfect for entertaining.

The kitchen is enhanced by a stunning atrium over the breakfast nook, flooding the space with natural light and offering picturesque views of the expansive, park-like backyard. A gracious entry foyer welcomes you with a charming powder room, while a mudroom and laundry area just off the garage provide everyday functionality.

The full basement spans the entire footprint of the home, offering incredible potential for recreation, storage, or additional finished space.

Tucked privately behind the main residence is a legal accessory dwelling unit, offering a living room, kitchenette, two bedrooms, and a full bathroom — ideal as a guest cottage, in-law suite, or private home office setup.

With its move-in ready condition, extraordinary grounds, and prime location near schools, vibrant dining and shopping, and the LIRR, this home is a rare opportunity to own something truly special in Garden City.

77 Hampton Road

Date: 09/15/2025

Sold price: $2,500,000 6 bedrooms, 4 full baths, 1 half bath

Architectural Style: Tudor

Property Size: .34 acre

Annual Taxes: $35,019

MLS number: 872557

The Seller’s Team: Michelle McArdle and Erin Fleishmann, Douglas Elliman Real Estate

The Buyer’s Team: Claudia Galvin and Matthew Minardi, Daniel Gale Sothebys Presenting 77 Hampton Road, an architectural masterpiece by renowned architect Olive Tjaden and designed with the utmost attention to detail. This exquisite tudor with over 4,200 interior square feet features 6 bedrooms and 4.5 baths. The expansive layout is adorned with custom moldings, intricate built-ins, grand arched doorways, soaring beamed ceilings and elegant European fixtures. Stepping into the grand entryway, the striking spiral staircase certainly sets the tone for the exceptional craftsmanship found throughout. The first floor features a spacious living room with wood-burning fireplace, formal dining room, gourmet eat-in kitchen with large center island and separate breakfast room, a study and a powder room. The upstairs has a large primary bedroom with en-suite bathroom with double sinks and vanity area, 3 additional bedrooms and 2 full baths with separate guest quarters with 2 private bedrooms and full bath. Some highlights of the home include central air conditioning, gas heating, gas cooking, hardwood floors, a large unfinished attic, in-ground sprinkler system and a 2-car attached garage. The beautifully appointed private backyard on park-like property with lush landscaping and rear blue stone patio makes it perfect for entertaining. The house is located in close proximity to restaurants, shopping, downtown 7th Street, Garden City Country Club and the Long Island Railroad. This is a rare opportunity to own a truly remarkable home in the Estates section of Garden City.

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We Know and Love Garden City

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

By John L. Gomes, MD

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

John Borroni, P.E., Garden City’s superintendent of public works, will address Rotary next Tuesday, September 23.

G.C. Dept. of Public Works

Superintendent to Report Next Tuesday

Next Tuesday, September, 23, 12:15 at its lunch meeting at Mineola’s Davenport Press restaurant, MineolaGarden City Rotary will be pleased to welcome as guest speaker, John Borroni, P.E., Garden City’s superintendent of public works.

Superintendent Borroni reports that the Department of Public Works (DPW) faces a wide range of challenges, from maintaining critical infrastructure and delivering essential services to planning for the future needs of the community.

According to the Village website, among the key functions of the DPW are: maintaining streets … snow and leaf removal … storm drain maintenance … sanitary sewer system management … garbage and rubbish collection … recycling services plus traffic control system design and installation.  Indeed, DPW tasks go far beyond key functions.

Superintendent Borroni notes: “Among our current priorities is the restoration of the historic Water Works building constructed in 1876 and listed on both the New York State and National Registers of Historic Places.  Preserving this landmark not only honors our Village’s history but also creates an opportunity to provide lasting value for generations to come.”

John Borroni joined the Village in 2015 as a civil engineer.  He was promoted to senior engineer in 2019 and became superintendent in February of

2023.  Prior to that, John worked for Nassau County as an engineer and construction inspector, designing, inspecting and managing a variety of infrastructure projects.

John Borroni holds an associate’s degree in civil engineering from Nassau Community College, a bachelor’s degree in electrical and computer engineering from Farmingdale State University and earned his professional engineering license in 2019.

With more than 15 years of experience, John says he is committed to advancing infrastructure, ensuring public safety and supporting the needs of the Garden City community.

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear first-hand from Superintendent John Borroni, the many tasks and accomplishments  of Garden City’s Department of Public Works.

Upcoming Speakers

October 14: Guest Speaker: Maureen O’Connell, Nassau County Clerk - Learn about special services you may not know about provided by the NC Clerk’s office.

October 28: Guest Speaker: Anne Donnelly, Nassau County District Attorney -  Hear why Nassau County has been rated the safest county.

To reserve for all luncheons held at Mineola’s Davenport Press restaurant, on 2nd and 4th Tuesdays at 12:15. (Fee: $40 payable at the door), please visit mineolagardencityroetaryclub@gmail. com

Special Event

“Music Bingo” to Benefit RotaCare

Imagine playing Bingo to Music!  You can, and have a barrel of fun competing for prizes (restaurant gift cards).

RotaCare will hold its first ”Music Bingo” event on Tuesday, October 7, 630-9:30pm at Revel restaurant, 835 Franklin Avenue, Garden City.  Fee: $90 pp which includes dinner, dessert, unlimited wine & beer plus two game cards.  There’ll be raffles and door prizes too

RotaCare was founded by MineolaGrden City Rotary in 1992.  It’s signature service, our Club continues to provide annual support. ”Music Bingo” will benefit RotaCare’s efforts to provide free health care for our uninsured neighbors in need.

For detailed information about sponsorships, or to reserve, please visit RotaCare.Events@gmail.com

WPOA General Meeting

The WPOA will hold its General Meeting on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. at Homestead School. Our Guest Speaker will be Village Trustee Vinny Muldoon, who will bring us up to date on the progress and game plan for the following projects:

Edgemere Firehouse, St. Paul’s and the Senior Center; Seventh Street, Franklin Avenue and the New Hyde Park Road Business District; Traffic across the Village; the new turf field, Cluett Hall and the Fieldhouse.  In addition, Trustee Muldoon will give an update on fighting the casino project and the Town of Hempstead code changes.

Q&A to follow.

The WPOA has begun its 2026 Membership Drive…our membership year is from January 1 through December 31. Annual membership dues of $25 help defray the cost of insurance, mailings, scholarships, the annual West End Tree Lighting and other expenses related to the organization’s operations. Please consider

becoming a dues-paying member. You can sign up electronically by scanning the QR code below or payments can be mailed to the following address: Western Property Owners Assn., P.O. Box 7976, Garden City, NY 11530

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Best Pie in GC contest at Fall Festival

Garden City’s annual POA Fall Festival will again delight residents on September 28, from noon to 3:00 p.m., at the GC Bird Sanctuary. Among the festival’s many beloved traditions, will be the “Best Pie in Garden City” contest, inviting bakers of all ages and skill levels to showcase their culinary talents.

Contestants can enter their homemade pies into one of five categories: Apple, Pumpkin, Berry, Nut, and Custard. A panel of esteemed judges will sample each entry, awarding prizes in every category. After the tastings, they will also crown an overall winner, declaring one pie the very best in Garden City for 2025.

Anyone interested in participating should register using the QR code provided below. All contestants must drop off their pies at the Bird Sanctuary by 1:00 PM on the 28th.  Please ensure your pie is labeled with your name and the category you are entering.

In addition to the pie contest, the POA Fall Festival will feature old-fashioned children’s activities and

games, pumpkin painting and nature walks around the Bird Sanctuary. It’s a perfect opportunity to celebrate community spirit, enjoy the beauty of autumn, and discover the best pie in Garden City.

Don’t miss your chance to win bragging rights — register today and bring your best pie to the table. Scan the QR code to register your pie.

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

To contact him:

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

How to View Your Investments in 2025

As an investor, it can be difficult to navigate the ups and downs of the market and understand what the movements mean for your portfolio – particularly when you’re seeing constant headlines on the topic. As a financial advisor, I’ve fielded many questions from clients who are trying to make sense of the changing markets and economic environment. While there is no single solution that applies to all investors, the following are answers to three of the most common questions.

How should I cope with market fluctuations that are affecting my retirement savings?

If you’re within five years of your retirement date or already retired, be aware that you have less time to make up for losses in your portfolio. You may want to re-evaluate your risk tolerance, projected income needs, and investment strategies. It may make sense to pursue multiple strategies that seek to grow a portion of your nest egg while protecting dollars you will need to tap more immediately (in the next 3-5 years).

If you are more than five years from retirement, focus on mitigating risk in your portfolio with high-quality investments and income-producing securities. If you have available cash to invest, do so using a systematic approach, investing a portion monthly over 6-12 months. By dollar-cost averaging in this way, you may be able to offset some of the market’s inherent unpredictability.

If retirement is ten or more years away, work on growing your nest egg. Time is still on your side. View the market’s recent ups and downs as an opportunity to position your money in quality assets that are available at more attractive prices. Although markets will experience downturns from time to time, keep in mind that over rolling ten-year periods, the broad stock market (as measured by the S&P 500, an unmanaged index of stocks) has historically moved higher.

What should I do if I have not yet invested or am new to investing?

If you’re new to investing, chances are you have a longer time horizon before retirement and can ride out the short-term bumps in the stock market before you’ll need to start withdrawing assets. Start by finding ways to save even small sums on a regular basis. Contribute to your workplace retirement plan, such as 401(k) or 403(b) accounts, and put money to work monthly in a traditional or Roth individual retirement account (IRA). The sooner you start investing, the better your opportunities to accumulate wealth.

I’m uncomfortable with the markets and volatility these days. How can I overcome that?

It’s natural to feel a variety of emotions when the market makes bigger moves. It’s important to avoid making emotional decisions with your money. You tend to lock in investment losses when you go to sell. Remaining invested can position you for a recovery, which can occur at times with minimal to no warning. Having a welldiversified portfolio can help minimize investment-specific risk while your wealth grows.

A good place to start is to speak with a financial advisor who may be able to help you steady the boat. Your advisor can help make sure that your portfolio is positioned to meet your key financial goals and is consistent with your risk tolerance level.

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2 GCHS students honored by LI Arts Alliance

Xinxin (Tina) Tu was named a scholar artist in visual arts.

Two Garden City High School students — Tessa Frascogna and Xinxin (Tina) Tu — have been named among the 40 students recognized by the Long Island Arts Alliance for the 2026 school year. Each year, 20 students are honored as scholar artists and 20 as merit award winners for their exceptional achievements in the arts across five disciplines: visual arts, music, theater, dance and media arts.

The scholar artist awards celebrate high school seniors who demonstrate excellence in both academics and the arts. Recipients are nominated by

Tessa Frascogna was named a scholar artist in dance.

their schools and will be featured monthly in Newsday, highlighting their outstanding accomplishments, creative journeys, academic pursuits and future goals.

Tessa earned recognition as a scholar artist in dance, while Tina was named a scholar artist in visual arts, celebrating their dedication and talent to the arts on Long Island. They will be honored at the 2026 Scholar Artist Awards Ceremony in spring of 2026.

Photos courtesy of the Garden City School District

Music Bingo for a good cause

RotaCare invites you to its first-ever Music Bingo at Revel in Garden City! Guests will enjoy dinner, drinks, and a fun night of Music Bingo, while competing for exciting prizes. All Bingo prizes are restaurant gift certificates from local favorites. Every ticket helps support RotaCare’s mission of providing free healthcare to our neighbors in need. Scan the attached QR code for more info.

Can’t attend? You can still join the fun by entering our Super Raffle for a chance to win Lottery tickets, a private Hibachi Party for 10 people, or tickets to the Islanders vs. Rangers game on January 28.

CONCERTS

THE VIEW FROM HERE

Charles J. Kirk

BY BOB MORGAN, JR.

A few thoughts about the tragic killing of Charlie Kirk last week at a college event in Utah.

Mr. Kirk was just 31 years old and leaves a wife and two young children. The alleged killer (I won’t be using his name) was a student at the college and apparently (at least based on reported texts and inscriptions on ammunition casings in his possession) was a left-wing fanatic who believed that Mr. Kirk was promoting fascism. Although conspiracy theories abound on the internet, there is no current credible evidence that anyone else but the shooter was involved.

You didn’t have to agree with all of Mr. Kirk’s political views to say that he was a remarkable political figure. Mr. Kirk dropped out of college  after one semester, but then founded the Turning Point political organization at age 18 in 2013. Turning Point became a major conservative force at college campuses around the country, as well as an exponent of Christian  religious faith and values. He launched mass rallies, as well as Prove Me Wrong forums in which attendees were invited to question Mr. Kirk’s conservative ideas. Indeed, Mr. Kirk’s death by gunshot fire occurred at this type of rally.  Mr. Kirk developed a  friendship with President Trump, and he was credited with improving the performance of Republicans and conservatives among young people, in particular young men, in the 2024 election.

Mr. Kirk’s death has provoked among conservatives, in addition to understandable sadness and angst, considerable anger.  As commentator Mark Halperin points out, there is a feeling on the right that Mr. Kirk was a courageous and singular leader who was able to break through against the perceived  domination by  liberals of so much of our society, including the news media, entertainment and universities.  Indeed, Mr. Kirk was a voice against the culture of cancellation, silencing and denial that many feel has been imposed on the country by liberals, who too often take legitimate  issues off the table

by equating speech with violence.  One positive note for conservatives is that Turning Point reports that it has received 37,000 requests to establish chapters at high schools and colleges.

Some actions by people on the right may not be helping the situation.  While many of us strongly disagree with people who are unsympathetic to Mr. Kirk’s passing, or who think he brought his death upon himself, this is protected speech, and (absent actual calls for violence), trying to get these people, for example, to be fired from their jobs is exactly the same cancel mentality that the right has justly condemned.

And more significantly, the Trump administration’s efforts to target left leaning groups following Mr. Kirk’s death may not be helpful.  According to The Wall Street Journal, Mr. Trump’s team, who primarily blame Democrats for  the recent escalation of political violence, are considering such steps as reviewing the  tax-exempt status of left-leaning nonprofit groups and targeting them under anticorruption laws, such as the RICO statute.  In truth, you can see why Mr. Trump, who survived an assassination attempt similar to the one that ended Mr. Kirk’s life, and who was targeted by prosecution attempts that many see as dubious,  would be angry and seeking revenge. But as President of the United States, Mr. Trump needs to get past these emotions.

If you need a hero in this difficult situation, Spencer Cox, the governor of Utah, the site of the assassination of Mr. Kirk, has emerged as a voice of reason.   Mr. Spencer, a Republican, fears a new cycle of violence emerging from the killing.  “This is our moment: do we escalate or do we find an off-ramp?”.  Mr. Cox emphasized the idea of civility, of Republicans and Democrats finding ways to come together.

Charlie Kirk, a man of great ability and promise, was taken from us unjustifiably and his killer will face justice. But our leaders and our people must understand that this is a time for tolerance, unity and civility.

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Electrical issue

On September 10, GCFD and GCPD responded to a residence for a smoke condition. Firefighters determined the cause was a blown electrical outlet.

Suspended license in school zone

A Rockaway Avenue motorist was charged on September 10 with driving with a suspended license and excessive speed in a school zone.

burnt food alarm

Also on September 10, GCFD and GCPD responded to a residence for a fire alarm that had been triggered by burnt food.

Unsafe driving

A Stewart Avenue motorist was charged September 10 with driving with a suspended registration and unsafe speed.

Cat rescue

On September 10, officers assisted firefighters who safely removed a cat that had become stuck inside a vehicle’s engine compartment.

Improper exhaust

That same day, a Washington Avenue motorist was charged with driving with a suspended license and

having an improper exhaust system.

Multiple violations

On September 10, both a Clinton Road motorist and a Rockaway Avenue motorist were charged with excessive speed and unin sured operation.

Railroad gate

An officer was assigned September 10 to the Stewart Manor RR Station to address a malfunctioning railroad gate.

Assault arrest

On September 11, officers arrested a woman who allegedly struck her husband with her car in Nassau County Parking Field 14, causing him an arm injury. She was charged with Assault 2nd Degree.

Truck violations

That same day, a Clinton Road truck operator was charged with driving with a suspended license, operating in a non-commercial zone, and multiple equipment violations.

Memorial events

On September 11, officers participated in various 9/11 memorial events held throughout the Village.

Overweight vehicle

Also on September 11, a Clinton Road truck operator was charged with driving an overweight vehicle.

Stolen mail

A letter placed in a 6th Street mailbox in June was reported on September 11 to have been stolen, altered, and cashed.

Stop sign violation

On September 11, a Russell Road motorist was charged with uninsured operation and passing a stop sign.

Stolen light bulbs

That same day, Garden City Police began investigating the theft of light bulbs from the Country Life Press Pedestrian Underpass.

Suspended registration

On September 11, a Franklin Avenue motorist was charged with driving with a suspended registration and uninsured operation.

Aggravated DWI

On September 12, Garden City Police stopped a vehicle that was being driven erratically in reverse on Franklin Avenue. Officers arrested the 42-year-old driver for alleged Aggravated DWI and unsafe lane use.

Unlicensed operation

A Tanners Pond Road motorist was charged on September 12 with unlicensed operation and passing a stop sign.

Vehicle struck

Also on September 12, officers responded to Plattsdale Road after a construction vehicle struck a parked car.

School zone violations

On September 12, two Rockaway Avenue motorists were charged with speeding in a school zone and passing a stop sign.

Damaged bumper

The bumper of a vehicle parked in Parking Field 7S was found damaged by unknown means on September 13.

Suspicious vehicle

That same day, Garden City police investigated a report of a black sedan with two occupants following two

females walking on 7th Street.

Excessive speed

On September 13, a New Hyde Park Road motorist was charged with unlicensed operation and excessive speed.

Gas odor

That day, GCFD and GCPD responded to a home for a gas odor. Firefighters investigated and deemed the area safe.

Uninsured vehicle

Also on September 13, a Cherry Valley Avenue motorist was charged with driving with a suspended registration and uninsured operation.

False alarm

On September 13, GCFD and GCPD responded to a residence for a fire alarm that was activated in error.

Knife threat

On September 14, Garden City Police arrested a male subject for menacing another family member with a knife.

Multiple charges

On September 14, a Stewart Avenue motorist was charged with unlicensed operation, excessive speed, and uninsured operation.

Leaking gas meter

Later that day, Garden City Police and Firefighters responded to 7th Street for a reported gas odor. Firefighters found a leaking outside gas meter. National Grid arrived and repaired it.

Criminal contempt

On September 15, police arrested a male subject for allegedly violating a court order to stay away from another family member. He was charged with Criminal Contempt.

Probation detail

That same day, a joint detail by GCPD and the Nassau County Probation Department resulted in two arrests for alleged driving with licenses revoked for prior DWI arrests.

Forged checks

Also on September 15, a business reported that two forged checks had been cashed against its bank account.

Unlicensed driving

That day, a Washington Avenue motorist was charged with unlicensed driving, an unregistered vehicle, and uninsured operation.

Gas odor call

Also on September 15, Garden City Police assisted firefighters who investigated a report of a gas odor in a

As outlined below, the Board recently passed a resolution regarding the responsibility of Village homeowners to finance, when necessary, the replacement of the water line connection from the home to the Village water main. However, more importantly, it is the responsibility of our homeowners/neighbors to test the water from their lines into the home for lead content. [Note: any lead contamination discovered comes from the homeowners’ lines…not from the Village’s source.] Unfortunately, over the past several years less than 30 percent of homeowners have taken the time to test their water. This issue has become a focus of the Governor’s office and other New York State authorities. Generous deadlines have been set by the state to comply with testing but it is clear to our Water Department and Department of Public Works that we must have 100 percent participation with the testing protocol. To make it easy for you, the staff at Village Hall is prepared to assist you in the testing process. Please visit the Village website (www.gardencityny. net) or app for details or call our Water Department at 516-465-4043.

Update on North Ave. Traffic Plans

Over the past several weeks, based on resident feedback regarding cutthrough traffic and speeding, we have been piloting a closure of North Avenue at Nassau Boulevard. We have received significant feedback from residents, including many suggestions. As the next step, on or

THE MAYOR’S UPDATE

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about September 22, 2025, we will be removing the closure barriers and launching a new pilot program. North Avenue will be converted to a oneway street heading west between Kilburn Road and Nassau Boulevard. Vehicles traveling along North Avenue will only be permitted to make a right-hand turn when reaching Nassau Boulevard. This second pilot program is scheduled to run for approximately six weeks. During this time, we encourage all residents to observe how these changes impact traffic flow and neighborhood safety. Once the trial period is complete, we will conduct a survey of area residents to gather your feedback and experiences. Your input is vital to help the Traffic Commission determine the best long-term solution for North Avenue and ensure that the needs of our community are met. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Traffic Commission at trafficcommission@ gardencityny.net.

crews are straightening and painting street sign u-channel poles, cleaning Big Belly garbage pails; cleaning the Sixth Street mailbox, performing roadway striping and cleaning the Garden City Library sign and benches. Water Department personnel are painting all fire hydrants along Seventh Street. Building Department inspectors are working with businesses to have them spruce up their properties for the event and the Recreation & Parks Department is weeding, adding topsoil and sod at various locations alongside sidewalks. They are also power washing the gazebo, monuments and many pavers on Seventh Street in the vicinity of the Garden City Hotel as well. Commissioner Kenneth Jackson has informed us that he has had several productive meetings with Garden City Police Department Staff, as well as Federal, State, and Local Law Enforcement agencies. The primary

Village prep for Ryder Cup

In anticipation of the Ryder Cup, which is going to be held from September 26-28, the Village has begun preparing Seventh Street and the business districts for an anticipated influx of visitors to the Village. Public Works

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dence and deemed it safe.

Fire alarms

On September 15, Police and Firefighters responded to three alarms: one set off by aerosol spray, another by vaping smoke, and a third in error.

Suspended registration

That same day, a New Hyde Park Road motorist was charged with driving with a suspended registration.

Missing equipment

On September 16, a turf roller reported missing from the Garden City High School parking lot was later found in a Herricks Road sump area.

Truck violations

That same day, a New Hyde Park Road truck operator was charged with driving an overweight truck, while

another operator on the same road was charged with defective brakes.

Bank scam

On September 16, officers investigated a scam in which a victim received a phone call from someone pretending to be a bank representative. The caller instructed the victim to wire money to stop fraudulent activity. The victim complied but later realized it was a scam.

Stolen check

Also on September 16th, a check placed in the mail was reported stolen, altered, and cashed.

Speeding, suspended registration

On September 16, a Stewart Avenue motorist was charged with driving with a suspended registration, excessive speed, and uninsured operation.

focus of these discussions has been to review and enhance all security measures currently in place.

Lead Service Line Replacement

The Board recently passed a resolution with regard to the responsibility of certain homeowners who have not complied with Village Law Section 11-1112 which requires them to repair the service line between their house and the Village’s main water line. As outlined in the resolution, the property owners have 20 days from the day of publication and service of notice to make the repairs, and upon failure to do so, the Village shall make the repairs and assess a lien upon the affected property pursuant to Village Law Section 11-1112(2).

Free Health Screenings

On Monday, October 6, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., the Mobile Outreach Bus from Catholic Health LI will be at the Senior Center to offer free health screenings. A brief cardiac history, blood pressure screening, BMI screening, simple blood test for glucose and cholesterol, and free flu shots will be offered. No appointment necessary.

Mayor Edward Finneran

GCHS students earn top honors in competition

Garden City High School seniors

Sarah Phinney and John Crouchley were named among the top 10 winners out of 1,372 entries and finalists in the Junior Scientists and Young Explorers Meta competition. JYEM is a global platform that invites high school and college students to submit original research across disciplines including the humanities, social sciences, engineering, life sciences and natural sciences.

The students were joined by GCHS junior Taylor Maguire, an International Science and Engineering Fair finalist who competed at the international fair in spring 2025 and was also recognized among the top finalists in this year’s JYEM.

For the 2025 competition, all three students submitted original research papers, essays and videos, earning recognition among 1,372 submissions worldwide. The JYEM editorial board conducted a rigorous triple-blind peer review to evaluate entries, ensuring the highest academic standards. ISEF honorees from across Long Island were among the top 10 winners, demonstrating the highly selective nature of the competition.

John’s research focused on air bearing technology, an innovative alternative to traditional ball and magnetic bearings. By using a cushion of pressurized air instead of physical contact, air bearings reduced friction, wear, vibration and energy use while increasing efficiency and lifespan. John is developing and testing a prototype to compare air bearings with conventional designs, with potential applications in wind turbines, flywheel energy storage and other high-performance systems.

Sarah’s project focused on strengthening crop resistance to the mosaic virus through protein modeling, using it to predict how mutations in DNA polymerase delta might affect viral replication. Her protein structure research was mentored by Garden City High School science teacher Dr. Meredith Foley.

“Last year, John and Sarah were 2025 NYSSEF round 2 finalists and Taylor was an ISEF finalist and first in her category at LISEF,” said Dr. Steven Gordon, science research teacher at GCHS. “Their selection as JYEM finalists confirms the consistent high quality of their work.”

Sarah Phinney and John Crouchley were named among the top 10 winners in the JYEM competition.

Photo courtesy of the Garden City School District

Pack 55 gearing up for another memorable year

Every year, scouts join together at a special celebration called Blue and Gold.

Cub Scout Pack 55 is kicking off the 2025-2026 year with an open house at Garden City’s newly renovated mini golf course at Community Park

Den meetings give Scouts the opportunity to join together as a team.

on Sunday, September 21, from 2:00-4:00 p.m. All boys and girls from Kindergarten to 5th grade are welcome to hit the links with the returning Scouts and see all the fun Pack 55 has to offer. Pack 55 leaders and families will be there to answer questions, help with registration, and most importantly, have fun. If you would like to come to the Mini Golf event, you can register at https:// bit.ly/Pack55MiniGolf2025. No need to register for the Pack in order to attend the open house.

One of the highlights of the scouting year, the pinewood derby involves the scouts building their own race cars from a block of wood and watch as their cars speed down the metal track.

The Pack's calendar this year is filled with exciting activities. Events for the whole pack include outdoor camping, West Point’s Scout Day and football game, family ice skating, the pinewood derby, the annual camp-in at a museum, sports night and more. Scouts will also meet monthly with their den, where they will participate in many engaging activities that teach them important life skills in a fun environment, such as what snacks are healthy, what you need in your back pack when you go on a hike, how to pitch a tent, and how to work as a group to complete a task while having a good time. Scouts also learn how to give back to the community, as many of our activities are accompanied by service projects.

Pack 55 is open to all boys and girls in grades K–5th. It includes Scouts from Garden City and throughout the surrounding area. There is no specific school your child must attend to join Pack 55, and registration is open now and throughout the year. Registration can be found at https://bit.ly/ Pack55Registration25-26. If you have questions please email  GCPack55@ gmail.com.

Last year’s camp-in gave Scouts the opportunity to explore and sleep at the Cradle of Aviation.

Pack 55 gathered at our sponsor the Cathedral of the Incarnation.

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FOR SENIORS fyi

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

Pickup Mah Jongg Games

Beginning on Tuesday, 9/23, we will be offering pickup Mah Jongg games, open to all residents on Tuesdays from 12:00–2:00. Bring your lunch and a set.

Learn About Medicare

Please join us for a free seminar at the Senior Center on Thursday, October 30th at 2:00 to learn about Medicare basics, important terminology, enrollment periods, plan types and cost assistance. To register, please stop by the Senior Center front desk or call (516) 385-8006.

Bingo Pizza Party

Please join us at noon, for a special Halloween, BINGO, Pizza Party at the Senior Center on Friday, October 31st. Wear your best costume (required) and enjoy an afternoon of BINGO, and chances to win great prizes! To register, please stop by the Senior Center front desk, the cost is $10.00 (cash only). Deadline 10/23.

Butterfly Presentation

Join us at the Senior Center on Wednesday, October 22, at 11:00, for a fantastic Butterfly Presentation with Steve Fratello. Back by popular demand, Steve will be here with his beautiful collection of butterflies and ready to dazzle you with information from his various expeditions and knowledge of the species. To register, please stop by the Senior Center front desk or call (516) 385-8006.

Nassau County Museum of Art:  “At Play Artists and Entertainment”

On Friday, November 7, join us for a trip to the Nassau County Museum of Art for the “At Play Artists and Entertainment” exhibit. The Recreation bus will leave from across the street from the Senior Center at 11:45, the tour begins at 12:30–1:30, with lunch immediately after at Mim’s in Roslyn. To register please visit the Senior Center front desk with a check for $20 made payable to the “Nassau County Museum of Art” and $40 cash for lunch. Both due at time of registration.

Free Health Screenings

On Monday, October 6, from 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m., the Mobile Outreach Bus from Catholic Health LI will be at the Senior Center to offer free health screenings. A brief cardiac history, blood pressure screening, BMI

screening, simple blood test for glucose and cholesterol, and FREE flu shots. No appointment necessary, last walk in at 1:30.

Recognizing a Heart Attack

NYU EMS will be at the Senior Center on Tuesday, September 23, presenting, “Recognizing a Heart Attack”. To register, please stop by the Senior Center front desk or call (516) 385-8006.

Zumba Gold

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.

Shades of Ireland

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.

Open Ping Pong

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

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!

Senior Center Lunch Group

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

Pop Up Book, Bake Sale Saturday

The Friends of the Library Pop Up Book Sale will be held on Saturday, September 20.

You’ll find an amazing selection of books and baked goods at at the mini Pop-Up Book Sale on Saturday, September 20, at the Garden City Public Library. A lot will be happening at the Library:

• The Book Sale will be held from 9:30 a.m.–2:00 p.m. on the Library lawn

• Girl Scout Troop1187 will hold their Bake Sale from 9:30–12:30

• The winner of the Lego Guessing Game will be announced at 1:30

The sale will be sponsored by the

Friends of the Garden City Public Library. Proceeds from the Pop-Up Book Sale will enable them to continue donating funding for the Museum Passes, the Monday Movie Matinees, and programs for children, young adults and adults.

In the case of inclement weather, the Book and Bake Sales will be held in the small meeting room on the Library’s lower level.

To learn more about the Friends of the Garden City Public Library please see the Friends’ page on the Garden City Public Library website gardencitypl.org/friends

Monday Night

Duplicate Bridge

The winners of the Monday, September 15, 2025 games: North / South:

1st Place: Mary Gallagher and Maria Buffa

2nd Place: George Salem and Rudy Kaiser East / West:

1st Place: Carrie Flapan and Dian Kendrick

2nd Place (Tie): Terry Schoenig and Tommie Dodge Bill Draybk and Nick Basile

Family Fun: Adelphi Spirit Weekend Carnival, Oktoberfest and More!

We invite our Garden City neighbors to join us on campus for our favorite event of the year – Spirit Weekend!

From October 3 through 5, we will host festivities for the whole family to enjoy, including a Spirit Carnival, Casino Night, Adelphi Oktoberfest, and the Adelphi 5K and Kids Fun Run.

We hope to see you there! Learn more and register at adelphi. edu/spirit-weekend

Adelphi University Invites Community to its 25th Annual Gala: Celebrating Extraordinary Impact

Adelphi University is proud to host its 25th Annual Gala on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at The Garden City Hotel. This black-tie-optional evening

will shine a spotlight on Bridges to Adelphi, the University’s award-winning program that supports and advocates for neurodivergent students.

Guests will enjoy an inspiring program, cocktails, dinner, dancing, and a celebration of Adelphi’s alumni, friends, and partners who are making a profound difference in empowering students to succeed.

All are welcome to attend and join us in advancing Adelphi’s mission to provide a transformative, life-changing education for every student. Net proceeds benefit Adelphi students and the programs that help them thrive, and every act of generosity brings us closer to our $100 million Momentum Campaign: Extraordinary Impact goal.

For tickets, sponsorship opportunities, or digital ads, please visit adelphi. edu/gala.

Adelphi PAC Fall Season is Underway – Tickets on Sale

Adelphi University’s Performing Arts Center kicked off its Fall 2025 season with a Larson Legacy Concert featuring the talented Joriah Kwame. An incredible lineup is in store, including performances by Philip Edward Fisher and Mandy Barnett, alongside Adelphi’s talented students.

Celebrate Oktoberfest at Adelphi's Spirit Weekend from October 3 through 5.

The season will conclude with a festive celebration of the holiday season, steeped in Celtic tradition by award-winning National Scottish Fiddle Champion Seán Heely.

See the Performing Arts Center’s full schedule and get tickets at adelphi.edu/ PAC--

Garden City Welcoming Club News

Join the Welcoming Club and Kick off the season with two exciting events in October!

The Garden City Welcoming Club offers rolling membership to women who reside in the village of Garden City. It is a volunteer women’s organization that unites both new & long-standing members to build friendships, explore new interests, and give back to the community.  Whether you are new to our community or have resided here for an extended period of time and are looking for a new venture, we would love to speak to you. See below for details.

THIS Saturday, JOIN US and walk in the Garden City Homecoming Parade with the Garden City Welcoming Club!

Meeting Location: Toll LodgeBehind Parking Lot 6E (behind the new pet store off Franklin & Seventh St)

Time: Please arrive by 12:45 p.m. Bring your families, spouses, children, and strollers — all are welcome! Let’s show our community spirit together.

Halloween

Spooktakular on Sunday, October 18, at 9 a.m.!

Get ready for some spooky fun this

fall! Join the Welcoming Club for a family-friendly Spooktacular Scavenger Hunt with a DJ, costumes, face painting, and festive treats. Kids will receive personalized treat bags. Light breakfast and refreshments will be provided. All ages welcome—costumes encouraged! For more info, contact: welcomingclubfamily@gmail.com

Price: $30/pp (babies under 12 month free). Tickets will go on sale 9/17 at 8 p.m..

Join the Club!

To purchase tickets to events, you must be a member so join and make a difference! For just $50 a year you will have access to great events. Complete the online membership form today at www.thegardencitywelcomingclub.org in the “Join” section of the website.

Browse the site for great information about the club. Contact welcomingclubofgcmembership@gmail. com

Follow Us!

Facebook: The Welcoming Club of Garden City

Instagram: @ gcwelcomingclub

Join A Group Book Club

Enjoy a good book amongst friends. The book club meets every 6 weeks to discuss the page-turner of choice. For upcoming book club events, please email WelcomingClubBookClub@gmail.com.

Craft Club

The Craft Club is a great way to meet with friends and get crafty. No experience necessary. We meet every few months to create a seasonal craft. If you are interested in joining, please email

GCCraftClub@gmail.com.

Supper Club

Bring your significant others out for this one! This is a great way to make new friends as a couple. You will be paired up with 3-4 other couples to set up a rotation of dinner events. Host your new friends at home or head out to try local restaurants. Please email GCSupper@gmail.com for more information.

Fitness

Different group fitness activities are planned throughout the year.  It’s a great way to stay active and meet new friends. Stay tuned for details on upcoming events, or contact WelcomingClubFitness@gmail.com.

Toddler Activities

A great way for you and your little ones to make new friends. Activities include stroller walks each week around our beautiful village and a visit to the park. We also set up playgroups with kids of similar age. Please email welcomingclubtoddleractivities@gmail. com for more information.

Adelphi's Spirit Weekend will include a 5K race and a Kids Fun Run.

NYU LANGONE IS THE #1 PHYSICIAN PRACTICE NETWORK IN THE U.S.

Quality care is always close to home. No matter which location you visit or what brings you in, you’ll get the highest standard of care and attention that has earned us this recognition.

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

Tweens and teens share their love of needlecrafts at the Library's Tweens and Teens Yarn Group.

Save the Date for the Library’s Ninth Annual Tweens and Teens Locked-inthe-Library Halloween Party!

Save the Date! The Garden City Public Library's Locked-in-the-Library Halloween Party is back again this year! Join us after hours on Friday, October 24, at 6 p.m. at the Garden City Public Library for the Library’s ninth annual, award-winning Locked-in-the-Library Halloween Party! Last year, a record 75 teens attended the party! This program is for Tweens and Teens in Grades 6–12 only. Registration is required and begins Tuesday, October 7, at 10 a.m. online via LibCal (gardencitypl.libcal. com). Space is limited, so make sure to register early to reserve your spot at the party! Teens who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. Want to earn more community service credit? Make sure to sign-up to help set-up or clean up after the party when you register!

Upcoming and Ongoing Library Programs for Tweens and Teens

These programs are for tweens and teens in Grades 6–12 unless otherwise noted. Registration is required for these programs on LibCal at https://gardencitypl.libcal.com unless otherwise noted. Teens who complete an online survey after specific programs can receive community service for participating. Registration is live online at https:// gardencitypl.libcal.com for the following programs:

• Monday, September 22, at 4 p.m.: Teen DIY Golf Balls (Grades 6–12)

• Wednesday, September 24, at 4 p.m.: Teen Art Workshop: Portrait Drawing (Grades 6–12)

• Thursday, September 25,

The Garden City Public Library’s Locked-in-the-Library Halloween Party will be held on Friday, October 24.

at 4 p.m.: Tween Thursdays: DIY Halloween Ceramic Skulls (Grades 4–7)

• Tuesday, September 30, at 4 p.m.: Perler Bead Art for Community Service (Grades 6–12)

• Friday, October 3, at 3:30 p.m.: Teen Crafternoon: Halloween Model Magic Creations (Grades 6–12)

Registration begins Tuesday, September 30, at 10 a.m. online at https://gardencitypl.libcal.com for the following programs:

• Tuesday, October 7, at 4 p.m.: Teen Advisory Board (Grades 6–12)

• Friday, October 10, at 3:30 p.m.: Teen Creative Hour (Grades 6–12)

Registration begins Tuesday, October 7, at 10 a.m. online at https:// gardencitypl.libcal.com for the following programs:

• Wednesday, October 15, at 4 p.m.: Teen Art Workshop (Grades 6–12)

• Thursday, October 16, at 4 p.m.: Dungeons and Dragons (Grades 6–12)

• Friday, October 17, at 3:30 p.m.: Teen Gamers (Grades 6–12)

• Saturday, October 18, at 3PM: Teen STEAM Workshop: Slime with Chris Buchman (Grades 6–12)

• Friday, October 24, at 6 p.m.: Tweens and Teens Ninth Annual Locked-in-the-Library Halloween Party (Grades 6–12)

Ongoing Take-Home Community Service Opportunities

Looking to volunteer? Check out some of our ongoing take-home community service opportunities for tweens and teens in Grades 6-12. Please check

Teens enjoyed snacks, drinks, and games with friends as they kicked-off the first weekend of the school year during Teen Gamers, which was held on Friday, September 5, at the Library. Teens in Grades 6–12 played games like Super Smash Bros., Just Dance, Mario Kart, Mario Golf, and more on the Library’s Nintendo Switch consoles. Teen Gamers will be held again on Friday, October 17, at 4 p.m. at the Library. Registration will begin on Tuesday, October 7, at 10 a.m. online via LibCal (gardencitypl.libcal.com).

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.

• Ongoing: Friendship Bracelets for Community Service - No

registration required. Up to 10 bracelets can be submitted per volunteer monthly.

• September 22, 2025–December 19, 2025: Fall Creative Arts Book Submissions for Community Service - No registration required. Up to five pieces of writing and/or art (sized 8.5 × 11 inches) can be submitted per volunteer.

• September 22, 2025–December 19, 2025: Holiday Recipe Cards for Community Service - No registration required. Up to five recipe cards can be submitted per volunteer.

News from the Children’s Room

Please join us on Sept. 22 at 4:00 p.m. and make a craft for Grades K–2.

Upcoming September Library Programs for Children

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.

IMPORTANT! PLEASE READ! Children’s programs are extremely popular! We recommend that registrants arrive EARLY to check-in. Your reserved spot will be held for 5 minutes after the starting time of the class before being given to a patron on the waitlist. If you know you cannot attend a class, please cancel your registration on LibCal or call the Library at 516-742-8405 x5241, so that your spot can be released to someone on the waitlist.

Discover the delightful story The Seals on the Bus through an interactive book walk set up around the library. Each page of the beloved book will be displayed at different stations, allowing families and

young readers to stroll from one page to the next, making reading an engaging, physical adventure. No registration required. Just come, walk and read throughout the month of September.

• Monday, Sept. 22, at 10:30 a.m.: Toddler Storytime - 18 Months to 3 Years.

• Monday, Sept. 22, at 11:30 a.m.: Mixed Age Storytime - Birth to 5 Years (Not in Kindergarten)

• Monday, Sept. 22, at 4:00 p.m.: Craft for Grades K-2

• Tuesday, Sept. 23, at 10:30 a.m.: Mother Goose StorytimeBirth to 17 Months (Non-Walkers)

• Tuesday, Sept. 23, at 11:30 a.m.: Preschool Craft - Ages 3 Years to 5 (Not in Kindergarten)

• Tuesday, Sept. 23, at 3:30 p.m.: STEAM Maker Space - Grades 2–5

• Wednesday, Sept. 24, at 10:30 a.m.: STEAM Preschool Building6 Months to 5 Years (Not in Kindergarten)

• Wednesday, Sept. 24, at 4:00 p.m.: STEAM Fun Club - Grades K-2

• Thursday, Sept. 25, at 10:30 a.m.: Mixed Age Storytime - Birth to 5 Years (Not in Kindergarten)

Please join us on Sept. 23 at 10:30 a.m. and make a craft for 3 years to 5 (not in kindergarten).

• Thursday, Sept. 25, at 11:30 a.m.: Mother Goose StorytimeBirth to 17 Months (Non-Walkers)

• Thursday, Sept. 25, at 4:00 p.m.: Tween Thursday: Ceramic Skulls for Halloween - Grades 4–7

• Monday, Sept. 29, at 10:30 a.m.: Toddler Storytime - 18 Months to 3 Years.

• Monday, Sept. 29, at 11:30 a.m.: Mixed Age Storytime - Birth to 5 Years (Not in Kindergarten)

• Monday, Sept. 29, at 4:00 p.m.: Craft for Grades 3–5

• Tuesday, Sept. 30, at 10:30 a.m.: Mother Goose StorytimeBirth to 17 Months (Non-Walkers)

• Tuesday, Sept. 30, at 11:30 a.m.: Mixed Age Storytime - Birth to 5 Years (Not in Kindergarten)

• Tuesday, Sept. 30, at 3:30 p.m.: STEAM Maker Space - Grades 2–5

Unattended Child Policy

It is Library policy that all children under age 11 must be accompanied by a parent or designated responsible person while in the Library. Also, if the young child is attending a Library program, we require the parent or designated respon-

Come visit our interactive book walk for “The Seals on the Bus” located all around the library this month.

sible person to remain in the Library throughout the program and meet the child upon completion of the program.

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

Tweens and Teens Teach Their Peers

How to Knit and Crochet

Tweens and teens teach their peers how to knit and crochet at the Library’s Tweens and Teens Yarn Group, which was last held on Thursday, September 4 at the Library. This program is for Grades 4–12 and is a joint pro-

gram with the Children’s and Young Adult Departments. The Tweens and Teens Yarn Group will meet again on Thursday, October 23, at 4 p.m. at the Library. Registration will begin on Tuesday, October 14, at 10 a.m. online via LibCal (gardencitypl.libcal.com).

Teens Kick-Off the First Weekend of the School Year at Teen Gamers!

Teens enjoyed snacks, drinks, and games with friends as they kicked-off the first weekend of the school year during Teen Gamers, which was held on Friday, September 5 at the Library. Teens in Grades 6–12 played games

like Super Smash Bros., Just Dance, Mario Kart, Mario Golf, and more on the Library’s Nintendo Switch consoles. Teen Gamers will be held again on Friday, October 17, at 4 p.m. at the Library. Registration will begin on Tuesday, October 7, at 10 a.m. online via LibCal (gardencitypl.libcal.com).

Adult Services at the Garden City Public Library

Monday Movies

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

September

September 22 - “Yentl” - 1983, 133 Mins.

September 29 - “Rudy” - 1983, 114 Mins.

October

October 6 - “Field of Dreams” - 1989, 107 Mins.

October 20 - “Strangers on a Train”1951, 101 Mins.

October 27 - “Phantom of the Opera”2004, 103 Mins.

September Programs

Yoga with Kimberly

• Tuesday, September 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.

Learn to Crochet and/or Knit with an Experienced Instructor - Lupe Velasquez

• Wednesday, September 24

• Wednesday, October 8 & October 22

• Wednesday, November 5 & 19 7–8 p.m. in the Small Meeting Room

Even though it’s only September, it’s never too early to start preparing for the holidays!  Crafter, knitter and crocheter Lupe Velasquez will be on hand to teach, help and suggest projects to do.   The class is scheduled on alternating Wednesdays in September, October and November. You may register once for the entire series.

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.

The film “Yentl” will be screened on Monday, September 22.

Mah-Jongg  & Games (Register for each one separately)

• Thursday, September 25

• Thursday, October 9, 22

4–6 p.m. in the Large Meeting Room

Bring your own Mah-Jongg board. No instruction is provided. Seating is limited.

Please register online or call the Reference desk (516)742-8405 x5236.

Defensive Driving Course with The Empire Safety Council

Saturday, September 20, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Large Meeting Room

Join us on Saturday, September 20, 2025 from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. for a Defensive Driving Course with the Empire Safety Council.

Receive 10% reduction on automobile/liability insurance and qualify for a license point reduction. Register in person at the Garden City Public Library. Space is limited, so check with the Reference Department for availability. Register separately for each person. Proper ID is required when registering an absentee party. You must bring a $33 check made payable to Empire Safety Council and current Library card with you to register. Bring your valid New York State driver’s license and a pen to class.

Sports Lecture on Golf and Memorabilia Appraisal

Saturday, September 27, from 2 to 3 p.m. in the Large Meeting Room

Les Wolff is a trusted name in the hobby, having established relationships with many of the greatest names in sports over the years like Mickey Mantle and Muhammad Ali. A hobby pioneer, Les was the first to conduct a

sports auction via the phone and fax and live (before the internet became widely available). His company name was Sports Auctions of New York. That was in the late 1980s and unlike many other dealers who've come and gone since, he's still around, providing exceptional service. He revolutionized the business with auctions being the first.  He is one of the main suppliers to the card companies for vintage and rare autographs.  Bring some of your treasured memorabilia and at the end of the lecture Les will answer your questions, time permitting.

Register online on Libcal (https:// gardencitypl.libcal.com) or call Adult Services Reference Desk 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.

Dr. Keith Crocker Presents “Murder and Mayhem in Laurel Canyon”

Tuesday, September 30, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. in the Large Meeting Room

On August 8–9 of 1969, a series of shocking murders occurred in Laurel Canyon, California. Known forever as the Tate-LaBianca murders, they were masterminded by Charles Manson. What few know is that Manson and his “family” had been to Laurel Canyon many times, and had even been “friends” with many of the high level musicians living there. Such talents as Mama Cass, Frank Zappa, Neil Young, Dennis Wilson had interacted with the Manson family and even encouraged

The novel “Remarkably Bright Creatures” will be the featured book at the Adult Book Club.

Charles Manson to pursue a musical career of his own. Join us as we unlock this mystery of association and break down the real reasons for the murders perpetrated by Manson. A combination of documentary and music footage come together to paint a portrait of Laurel Canyon whose innocence was forever broken on those fateful nights!

October Programs

Italian For Beginners and More

• Thursday, October 1, 9, 16, 23

• Thursday, November 6, 13, 20

• Thursday, December 4

Thursdays from 11 a.m. to noon in the Large Meeting Room

Mrs. Brunetti is back to teach her popular class “Italian for Beginners and More.”   This program is for those with limited knowledge of Italian but all are welcome to join.

Register online on Libcal (https:// gardencitypl.libcal.com) or call Adult Services Reference Desk at (516)742-8405 ext 4236 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.

Chairobics and Strength Training with Debbie Krzyminski

• Wednesday, October 1, 8, 15, 22

• Wednesday, November, 5, 12, 19 Wednesdays from 12–1 p.m. in the Large Meeting Room

We’re excited to have Debbie back

Adult Services at the Garden City Public Library Library to celebrate Ryder Cup with golf-themed events

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

Register online on Libcal (https:// gardencitypl.libcal.com) or call Adult Services Reference Desk at (516)742-8405 ext 4236 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.

Garden City Public Library Adult Book Club

Wednesday, October 29, from 7–8 p,m, in the Small Meeting Room

Join us as we discuss the charming book “Remarkably Bright Creatures” by Shelby Van Pelt.  This delightful book features a curmudgeon of an octopus named Marcellus.  He is a brilliant giant Pacific octopus living in an aquarium when he meets Tova Sullivan, the cleaning person at the aquarium.  Tova’s son mysteriously vanished years before and Marcellus helps unearth the truth before it’s too late.

Register online on Libcal (https:// gardencitypl.libcal.com) or call Adult Services Reference Desk at (516)742-8405 ext 4236 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.

Museum Pass Information

Print From Home for Some Passes!

Check Out A Museum Pass This Summer!

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 firstcome, first-served 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.

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

The Library will be celebrating the Ryder Cup with a whole week of golfthemed programs beginning Monday, September 22 to Sunday, September 28! Patrons of all ages can enjoy fun programs, including indoor mini-golf, golf craft activities, an emoji golf ball scavenger hunt, and more!

Check below the schedule for the week and see how you can participate!

All Week: Monday, September 22–

Sunday, September 28:

Emoji Golf Ball Scavenger Hunt: No registration required. All ages are welcome to participate!

Monday, September 22

4 p.m.–5 p.m.: Teen DIY Golf Balls: Registration required online via LibCal (libcal.gardencitypl.com). This program is for tweens and teens in Grades 6–12.

Tuesday, September 23

11 a.m.–3 p.m.: Indoor Mini Golf: Registration is required online via LibCal (libcal.com). Only one person in your group needs to register. You can only sign-up for one tee time during the week. You cannot have more than six in your group. Open to all ages.

Tee Times are every 15 minutes between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.

Wednesday, September 24

12:30 p.m.–1:45 p.m.: Preschool Mini-Golf: Registration required online via LibCal (libcal.com). This program is for children ages 3–5 and an adult caregiver. Each child can only sign-up for one tee time during the week. A separate registration is required for each child you wish to attend the program.

Tee Times are every 15 minutes between 12:30 p.m. and 1:45 p.m.

3 p.m.–7 p.m.: Indoor Mini Golf: Registration is required online via LibCal (libcal.com). Only one person in

your group needs to register. You can only sign-up for one tee time during the week. You cannot have more than six in your group. Open to all ages.

Tee Times are every 15 minutes between 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.

Thursday, September 25

10 a.m.–2 p.m.: Indoor Mini Golf: Registration is required online via LibCal (libcal.com). Only one person in your group needs to register. You can only sign-up for one tee time during the week. You cannot have more than six in your group. Open to all ages.

Tee Times are every 15 minutes between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. 12:30 p.m.–1:45 p.m.: Preschool Mini-Golf: Registration required online via LibCal (libcal.com). This program is for children ages 3–-5 and an adult caregiver. Each child can only sign-up for one tee time during the week. A separate registration is required for each child you wish to attend the program.

Tee Times are every 15 minutes between 12:30 p.m. and 1:45 p.m.

Friday, September 26

All Day: Hole in One Putting Game: This program is open to all ages. No registration required. Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis. Children 11 and under must be accompanied by an adult caregiver to participate. Prizes are limited. Prizes will be given out while supplies last.

Saturday, September 27

2 p.m.–3 p.m.: Golf Lecture with Les Wolff Sports: Registration required online via LibCal (libcal.com).

Sunday, September 28

2 p.m.–4:15 p.m.: Golf Movie Matineé : “ The Legend of Bagger Vance ” (2000, PG-13 - 126 mins.): Registration required online via LibCal (libcal.com).

Food drive held at Friday Night Promenade

At the  GC Chamber’s August 15 Friday Night Promenade, In a joint effort with the Property Owners’ Associations (POAs), Long Island Cares Food Bank hosted a food drive at to help combat hunger.

All donations collected at the Promenade directly benefited the Mary Brennan Inn, a vital agency under the Long Island Cares umbrella. “The Property Owners’ Associations were proud to be able to partner with the Long Island Cares Food Bank. We welcomed the chance to help our neighbors who face food insecurity.” said Trustee Judy Courtney.

A special note of gratitude goes to Bileddo’s Key Food for their generous support. Bileddo’s donated coupons to be redeemed at their 7th

Street store, making it easier for residents to purchase items for the food drive. This gesture exemplifies the spirit of giving and partnership that makes Garden City such a unique and caring community.

The fight against hunger does not end with one event. Residents will have another opportunity to support Long Island Cares and the Mary Brennan Inn at the upcoming POA Fall Festival, scheduled for September 28 at the Garden City Bird Sanctuary. Organizers encourage all who are able to attend to bring non-perishable items and continue the tradition of helping neighbors in need.

To learn more about how you can get involved or donate, contact GCPOAEVENTS@gmail.com.

IN MEMORIAM

Dell S. Dalton

Dell S. Dalton of Shelter Island and Garden City NY, passed away peacefully at her home on Shelter Island on September 16, 2025. Dell was 99 years old. Dell was born in Mesa, AZ on September 3, 1926. She was a graduate of Ithaca High School, Class of 1944, and Syracuse University, Class of 1948. Beloved daughter of the late George and Grace (Humphrey) Serviss, Dell was the loving wife of George E. Dalton (predeceased) and sister to Thomas Serviss (Molino, FL) and Georgia Muchow (Jamesville, NY). She was the loving mother to Matthew (Alison-predeceased), Timothy, Christopher (predeceased) and Martha Dalton (Mark Cerasano) . Dell is survived by 6 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.

Dell loved studying history and current events. She believed that education was a life-long process. There was always something new to learn; a new place to explore. She was a prolific reader of news and history. Her major project throughout her life was piecing together her family’s genealogy. She spent hundreds of hours in libraries throughout the Northeast researching and documenting her family’s history. She travelled extensively with both family and friends and enjoyed cruising the seas in the family’s Grand Banks named the Maresol.

Dell was a member of the Colonel Aaron Ogden Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution where she held several positions. She was also a member of the Long Island Panhellenic, North Shore Long Island Alumnae Chapter of Delta Delta Delta , and an active member of Our Lady of

the Isle R.C. Church, Shelter Island, NY.

The family would like to extend their sincere thanks to all those of the Shelter Island Community that assisted Dell throughout her later years. It was with their assistance that Dell was able to enjoy her beloved Shelter Island home. Reposing will be held at Dell’s Shelter Island home located at 9 Merkel Lane, on September 24 from 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Mass of Christian Burial September 25 at 10:30 am at Our Lady of the Isle R.C. Church. Interment Our Lady of the Isle Cemetery, Shelter Island Heights, NY. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Shelter Island Emergency Service, Our Lady of the Isle R.C. Church, Shelter Island, NY or the Shelter Island Senior Citizen Foundation.

The DeFriest-Grattan Shelter Island Funeral Home is serving the family.

Resurrection Lutheran Church hosts blood drive

Local hospitals report that blood supplies are critically low. In response to the urgent need, Resurrection Lutheran Church, Garden City, will partner with New York Blood Center to host a Blood Drive, Monday, October 6, from 3:15 to 7:45 p.m. in Resurrection’s Parish Hall. People 16–75 can donate, minimum weight for donors is 110 lbs. Please bring your donor card if you have one, or an ID with name and photo. Donors should eat well and drink fluids on the day of the drive.

For more info, or to make an appointment, please contact Resurrection’s Parish Nurse Linda Wardley, Linda@ resgc.org, or call the church office, 516-746-4426.

Resurrection Lutheran Church is a Christian community of faith, located at 420 Stewart Ave., near Clinton Rd., in Garden City. Worship services are offered Sundays, at 8:30, 9:45 and 11 a.m., with Children’s Sunday School at 9:45 a.m. For more information, call 516.746.4426.

Steve Ilardi; Chris Mullaney; Mary Pat Beirne; Jean Victor; Judy Courtney

Dell S. Dalton

IN MEMORIAM

Amy Rupp

September 4, 2025

Amy Jane Rupp (née Schroeder), 70, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on Thursday morning, September 4, 2025 in Jackson, WY.

Amy is survived by her devoted husband, Robert (Bob), her three children, Robert (Stacey Blanchard), Brian and Genevieve, and her two granddaughters, Amy and Natalie.

Born February 15, 1955, Amy grew up in Garden City, NY, graduating in 1973 from Garden City High School, where she was an honor roll student and cheerleading captain. In 1977, she was awarded a bachelor’s degree in Art & Graphic Design from Cornell University. As a sophomore, she joined the newly formed women’s lacrosse team, three years after the passage of Title IX, allowing women to participate in college athletics.

After graduating, Amy moved to Washington, DC and immersed herself in the graphic arts field, initially at the American Institute of Architects, and subsequently, at The Catholic University of America. One of her achievements was organizing a competition and selecting the winning logo design for the National Library Symbol.

In the summer of 1974, Amy met her husband, Bob, in Westhampton Beach, where she was a waitress and he was her busboy. On their first date, Bob forgot his wallet, Amy paid the bill, then mercifully gave him a second chance, and the rest is history. They were married four years later in Northport, NY and spent 47 happy and loving years together.

Amy spent much of her adult life in Darien, CT, and found meaning contributing to her community. She served as the town’s intramural girl’s lacrosse coach for 10 years, growing the program from just 15 to over 250 girls. Many of her players went on to join the Darien High School team which, in recent years, achieved the #1 national ranking. Her keen ability to encourage and teach are memorialized by the town’s house league championship tournament, originally named the “Rupp Cup.” Amy also put her

Amy Jane Rupp

graphic design expertise to good use by designing the logos for Tokeneke School, as well as the school’s annual Pumpkin Fair.

Together, Amy and Bob fell in love with Jackson, WY, and sent their children to Teton Valley Ranch Camp (TVRC). In 2005, they purchased land with the dream of retiring to the Cowboy State. For the next fifteen summers, they would drop off/pick up their TVRC campers and sit on their undeveloped lot in blue plastic Adirondack chairs. In 2020, the dream finally became a reality when they officially made the move West.

Amy leaves behind a rich legacy of warmth, humor, creativity, generosity and compassion that will be forever felt by those lucky enough to be touched by her. She had a sharp wit but never took herself too seriously; she unreservedly celebrated others while never seeking the spotlight; and she gave selflessly without asking for anything in return. Amy was the vibrant, beating heart of her family, a wonderful, gentle wife and mother who always went above and beyond to ensure her family’s happiness. She will be greatly missed.

In lieu of funeral services, a celebration of life will be held at a later date.

IN MEMORIAM

JoAnn Auricchio

July 21, 1936 – September 6, 2025

JoAnn Auricchio, affectionately known as Grandma J, passed away peacefully on September 6, 2025, at NYU Langone Hospital in Mineola, New York, surrounded by her family, following complications from a tragic fall.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Alfred, her formidable mother Florence, and her esteemed brothers John and Herb Netsch. She is survived by her loving daughter Debbie, her steadfast son Robert and her devoted daughter-in-law Mari, her treasured grandchildren Maximillian, Alessandra, and Samantha, and the family’s cherished dog, Cannoli.

Born on Riverside Drive in Manhattan, JoAnn attended boarding school in New York City before starting her career as a dental assistant. It was there she met her husband, affectionately known as Freddie. They quickly married and began raising their family in the Bronx. They later moved to Howard Beach, where she raised their two children. JoAnn had a deep love for fashion, board games, ballroom dancing, reality TV competitions, and spending time with her extended family and friends. After her husband’s passing, she relocated to Garden City to be near her son and daughter-in-law, where she spent the past 30 years.

In Garden City, JoAnn became a familiar and beloved figure, often seen with her iconic shopping cart filled with knitting supplies, handmade scarves, and a box of dog treats to share with the dogs she encountered, reflecting her deep love for animals. She generously gifted her creations to family, friends, shopkeepers, fellow parishioners, and even strangers who offered prayers or kindness. She touched countless lives, and her scarves became tokens of her thoughtfulness and warmth, treasured by all who received them. This generosity earned her the endearing nickname “Grandma Snowflake.”

A woman of deep faith, JoAnn was

JoAnn Auricchio,

a devoted parishioner of St. Joseph’s Church in Garden City. Beyond faithfully attending Mass and participating in various charity events, she shared her spirituality daily by sending prayers and leaving heartfelt voicemails for her loved ones. She prayed not only for family and friends, but also for anyone in need of comfort or strength.

JoAnn will be fondly remembered as a caring, joyful, and fun-loving mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend. She had a gift for making people laugh, lifting spirits, and brightening any room she entered. Her life was a testament to her unwavering faith, her love for family, and her ability to bring positivity and joy to all those around her—whether through a smile on 7th Street, a scarf lovingly knit, or a prayer whispered on someone’s behalf. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all who had the blessing of knowing her.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to The Pink Agenda (thepinkagenda.org), a proud partner of the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF), in memory of JoAnn Auricchio.

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Garden City Galaxy off to a strong start

Post-game celebration after the win.

The Garden City GU11 Galaxy won its second straight game to open the Fall season, defeating a very physical Atlantic United side 2-1 on Saturday. The win avenged a preseason tournament loss to the same opponent just a few weeks ago, highlighting how far the Galaxy have grown as a team in a short time. With the result, the Galaxy improve to 2-0.

The match was a total team effort. Sehej Sohal opened the scoring late in the first half with an ambitious 25-yard strike that found the back of the net, giving the Galaxy a 1-0 lead at halftime.

After conceding the equalizer early in the second half, the coaching staff made tactical adjustments to spark the attack. Building from the back, Lyla Cheng carried the ball forward and slipped a perfectly timed pass to winger Delaney Crowell. Crowell found striker Olivia Lehmann, who unselfishly laid it off to a full-speed Kay Pellish. Pellish blasted a shot from the top of the box over the goalkeeper’s reach for the go-ahead goal. It was a brilliant sequence of com-

bination play and a composed finish.

With a 2-1 lead to protect, the defense of Greta Loesch, Gabriella Salazar, and Johanna Dell’Olio held strong, shutting down wave after wave of attacks. Midfielders Madeleine Connolly, Ashley Croyle, and Amelia Wunsch worked tirelessly on both ends, covering ground and igniting counterattacks. Up top, Valentina Marin stretched the defense with relentless runs that kept Atlantic United on their heels.

The closing moments brought drama. In the final minute, a handball gave Atlantic United a penalty kick and a chance to equalize. Their best player stepped up to the spot, but goalkeeper Camila Gonzalez stood tall. Her presence rattled the shooter, who blasted the attempt over the crossbar, sealing the Galaxy’s hard-fought victory.

The Galaxy have shown grit, determination, and belief in one another to open the season. It’s inspiring to watch their growth and development with each game. Way to go, Galaxy!

Gabby Salazar holding off her opponent.

Kay Pellish with the go-ahead goal.

Olivia Lehmann going to goal.

Sehej Sohal with the first goal of the game.

Lyla Cheng on the attack.

U10 Garden City Titans shut out Manhasset 5-0

GC U10 Titans team and coaches, all smiles after their sweet win, with Player of the Game James Kelly (8).

The GC U10 Titans visited the Manhasset Soccer club on a bright and sunny Saturday afternoon. Firing on all cylinders, every Titan contributed to the dominant win.

Five different players each scored a goal: Timothy Berroya (15), Patrick Mitthauer (99), Alexander Virzera (17), James Dailey (64) and James Kelly (8).

Mitthauer, Dailey, Colin Thomas (30), Alex Nicdao (9), Christian Bentley (77) and Christopher Wyremski (5) each had assists in the offensive onslaught.

As usual, lockdown defensive performances by Henry Ceriello (3) and Jack Boettcher (7) kept the ball out of their zone for a majority of the game.

Luke Linchitz (10) started the game in goal, Alexander Virzera took over in the second half, and their combined efforts produced a shutout.

Next Game: Garden City Titans v Plainedge Gold thid Saturday, September 20, 3:10 p.m. at Stewart School.

The GC U10 Titans celebrate their decisive 5-0 win against Manhasset.

Christopher Wyremksi (5) keeps the ball on the opposing side of the field, setting up a scoring opportunity.

Jack Boettcher (7) puts pressure on the defense, nearly scoring from his end of the field.

Alexander Virzera (17), Alex Nicdao (9) and James Kelly (8) drive the ball up the field.

Game captains Patrick Mitthauer (99) and Henry Ceriello (3) go out for the coin toss.

Texaco Station Photos from the Village Archives

The Texaco service station on the northwest corner of Franklin Ave. and Seventh St. In 1968 it replaced the Garden City Garage, originally constructed in 1907. It was the only service station in the center of the Village; others within the Village are/were located on the periphery at the south end of New Hyde Park Rd., Herricks Rd., Washington Ave. and Clinton Rd. locations on Old Country Rd., and the south end of Franklin Ave. The Texaco station lasted until 2012, when it was replaced by the present apartment building with shops below. Regular gas was $1.73 at the time of the photo, possibly placing it about 2003.

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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. Comments/questions: email Historian@ gardencityny.net - Wm. Bellmer

Garden City gears up for Ryder Cup festivities

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vice president of strategy at Discover Long Island, the region’s Destination Marketing Organization (DMO). She detailed how the Ryder Cup offers a once-in-a-generation chance to showcase Long Island as both a luxury golf destination and a year-round tourism hub.

While Suffolk County continues to fund Discover Long Island, Nassau withdrew support several years ago. Black’s presentation gave Nassau’s chambers an opportunity to connect with regional tourism marketing efforts tied to the Ryder Cup.

“When you travel places you don’t talk about the county you are going to. Everything we do promotes Long Island and our goal remains economic development across Long Island, and that is not specific to anything, but obviously 95% of the Bethpage Black course is in Nassau County,” Black said.

Wrapped Cars and a New App

Discover Long Island partnered with Carvertise to debut Ryder Cup marketing at the Phoenix Open, with wrapped rideshare vehicles now circulating across Long Island and New York City.

Each wrap features the Ryder Cup logo and a QR code linking directly to a new Ryder Cup app.

The web-based app uses geolocation to guide fans at Bethpage to nearby attractions, dining, shopping, and beaches.

“We have two goals. First, we understand the high attendance and we want to tell people their options of what to do that isn’t on the green (Bethpage Black). Once you are done with your day they should discover Long Island’s downtowns, restaurants and bars. Shop small, and go to the beaches – we don’t roll up the sand in September, which is a common misconception. We are a yearround destination. Goal two is making everyone understand Long Island as a luxury golf destination. The Ryder Cup offers an amazing event and Bethpage Black is a very difficult course, but they aren’t just here for the single time –we have great courses all across Long Island. Once they go back home we want them to plan their next guys’ trip or bachelorette party, but come here to play golf,” she told the Nassau Council of Chambers audience.

A “Passport” feature functions like Groupon, letting businesses offer pro-

motions redeemable through the app. This also helps Discover Long Island gather marketing data to support local businesses.

Business Participation

When asked how small businesses could join, Black explained that only current Discover Long Island partners were automatically included.

Discover Long Island’s marketing blitz also includes aerial banners, postcards at hotels, ads in *Golf Digest*, posters in LIRR stations, and a 30-second golf commercial airing on News12, Amazon Prime, and Disney+.

John Wilton, president of the Garden City Chamber of Commerce questioned her about the percentages of NCCC small businesses advertised through Discover Long Island, and he noted that the village and surrounding towns might have close to 40 or 50 restaurants within a tight geographic circle that could be promoted through this app.

Black advised him and other local business representatives that time is not running out; up until the event and even during the Ryder Cup the info and promotions of “partnering” businesses can be added in the app. The pre-existing partners were paid for Discover

Long Island promotion, and Black said there are multiple tiers of advertising that can be purchased individually –beginning at $300 per year.

Community Celebrations

Locally, Garden City is preparing its own celebration. Trustee Jessica Tai announced a Ryder Cup Promenade on Seventh Street, organized by the Garden City Chamber of Commerce, with dining, shopping, and activities for residents.

“We are coming together to highlight the Ryder Cup’s significance as one of the world’s premier golf tournaments – happening right here on Long Island this year!” she noted. “Preparations are underway to get our downtown ready for a big celebration, with the Garden City Chamber of Commerce organizing a variety of exciting activities to engage the community.”

Trustee Vinny Muldoon, himself a golf enthusiast, said, “This will probably be the biggest party that Seventh Street has EVER seen, and I commend John Wilton and the Garden City Chamber of Commerce for their dedication and work to bring the excitement and ambiance to our beautiful downtown. Everyone, Shop and Eat Local!”

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looking at numbers is narrow”, but NOT looking at numbers at all or in an honest fashion is just plain malfeasance on the part of a Trustee. Manipulating numbers is even worse.  The fact that this BOT has not discussed the on-going Operations and Maintenance costs, EVER, with any specificity, nor has this BOT discussed our exploding debt which as little as a decade ago was negligible and is now one of the highest per capital in the state, should be of concern to every resident, no matter where you stand on St. Paul’s.  (See James Kumpel, CFA’s amazing analysis of the GC Debt Bomb.  https://www.gcnews.com/articles/math-is-math/ )

Has anyone ever heard Mayor Finneran or Trustees Muldoon or Harrington ever discuss our debt problem even once?  Has anyone at a BOT meeting ever heard our Treasurer Irene Woo opine on our debt situation?  Mayor “Jump Ball” Finneran thinks it is important to congratulate her on winning two medals at a statewide Fred Astaire ballroom dance competition in Albany (Congratulations Irene!) but it doesn’t seem to be a priority to have her discuss the village debt, esp if we spend $159,000,000 on his beloved Adaptive Reuse.

If anyone is not doing critical analysis it is this BOT.  They have used numbers for their survey that former Mayor Flanagan documented as manipulated.  https://www.gcnews. com/articles/did-2023-committee-stackthe-deck/  Trustee Muldoon than used those manipulated numbers, despite former Mayor Flanagan repeatedly and publicly informing him the numbers were manipulated,  to create “ballpark figures” for a financial analysis that a village resident who is one of the most senior real estate financiers in the Village and is also an SEC Designated Financial Expert described as “THE worst financial analysis he has seen in a career spanning nearly 50 years”

I would point out, that the demo and “build a park” supporters, many of whom truly did love the building, would actually have liked to save the building, or at least the façade, if the Conservancy had proven in the last decade it could actually produce more than hot air and fake cost estimates.

Having seen one BOT after another attempt to raise “grants”, private investments, philanthropy, etc., for 30 years, maybe the demo supporters are just responsible residents that have the inner fortitude, financial skillsets and vision to make uncomfortable but necessary tough decisions and have a vision of what can be done with the St Paul’s space after the building is gone and the albatross has been removed from the village’s neck.

Using pieces from the St Paul’s

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building, the portico, the porte cochere, stones and brick, why can’t a great St Paul’s Park be built to honor Alexander Stewart’s quest to create a “garden” city?

Let’s start focusing on the future.

Donald MacLeod

A simpler survey

To the Editor:

The results of the 2025 St. Paul’s survey demonstrates that almost 50 percent of those responding do not support ANY of the three potential proposals. It also demonstrates that the vast majority of residents would not support any kind of tax increase.

The BOT cites the 2023 survey as a reason for not including demolition as part of the 2025 survey, yet the 2023 survey didn’t include costs. Since then, the various studies of costs have shown that the potential of costs have exploded. The Garden City News recent editorial said “the public is deeply concerned that those numbers have been downplayed.”

The recent survey, which cost thousands, was too complex and failed to include demolition as an option, making the survey invalid. A simple solution would be to have the BOT send out a simple survey to all residents asking their preference, including the approximate real cost of each. The following is my suggestion for such a survey.

Pittoni’s St. Paul’s Survey

A. Demolition ____

Cost: $15 million

Time 2 years

B. Adaptive Use ____

Cost: $100 million

Time 6 years

C. Partial reuse ____

Cost: $75 million

Time 5 years

D. Mothballing ____

Cost: millions

Time forever

It could be sent out November 1st to be returned by December 1st, with a BOT decision by the end of the year.

As the Editor of the Garden City News said in its recent editorial “It’s always a hard decision, but you know when it’s time.” After 3 decades of debate – It’s Time.

John Pittoni, Esq.

How many support demolition?

To the Editor:

Thank you, whoever you are.

As I looked at the BCI survey results, it is obvious that the residents do not want any project on the St Paul’s building and that a sizable group wants demolition.  How big is this group for demolition?  No one knows.  Why?  Because this Board of Trustees decided to not allow “demolition” as a printed choice and did not provide directions to voters where and if they could write-in demo.  How many additional demo supporters did not know they could actually write

in “Demolition”?  Another 5%?  10%?   30%?

One of a local government’s prime responsibilities is to educate and inform its residents and allow them to express their opinions.  This did not happen.

However, I would like to thank the group of residents, that at their own time and expense, printed copies of the survey with directions, posted them repeatedly on social media, and paid for multiple ads in the Garden City News to educate the residents on how to exercise their right to express their opinions. This was done with clear directions on how to fill in answers where only BOT favored options were given, and even red circles to provide more clarity.  I’m assuming, without the resources of a government, this was not a quick or inexpensive endeavor.

Thank you, whoever you are, for providing such helpful directions.

George Evans

Not very Christian

To the Editor:

I find it ironic that an edifice honoring St. Paul, a saint who helped define the tenets of Christianity, should be defended by a group whose actions violate those basic tenets.

How can they fund a survey with Villager’s taxes, that excludes Villagers who support Façade or Demolition from the survey? Subterfuge doesn’t sound like a very Christian tenet to me.

Fiscal accountability. How can we rely on estimates supplied by a firm supporting Trustee concocted estimates? Recent letters in this paper have shown how far from reality their estimates are. Continuing maintenance estimates are woefully understated.

How long should the Village taxpayers be abused by a BOT that serves only their self-interests, rather than the interests of the majority of the Garden City Community. Gives us a break. Elections are on the horizon, time to clean house.

Tom Brosnan

Rebuttal to BoT

To the Editor:

This letter is intended as a quick rebuttal to the BOT’s recent derogatory remarks about demolition advocates and supporters. References are made here to previous letters of Oct. 6, p. 44 at #2-“Some Observations” and Oct. 13 2023 p.28- 30*, “Day of Reckoning” both addressing demolition which includes citing the Village Oct. 2023 Westerman presentation (under previous Mayor Flanagan) and references to the Purdue U. Press publication, Demolition, Practices, Technology and Management; Chapters 3, Modern Practices 8, Safety on a Demolition Project,; 9. Equipment; 10. Material Handling and Recycling authored by 2 prominent professionals who are far more qualified to state

anything about demolition than any one of the BOT members none of whom are architects, engineers or engaged in large commercial construction.

Specifically I point out;

1. From Westerman’s discussionOSHA regs that demolition may afford operation on adjacent building during the demo process ( Westerman at 1hr 28min.). His company was actually involved in a NYC project where the library adjacent to the structure undergoing demo remained open.(2 hr. 46 min. mark of session).

2. From Demolition textbook, Chap. 9; Equipment: excavators, hydraulic tractors and grappling equipment are used to safely dissemble a building.

3. Westerman: at 1hr. 20 min. Building is wet down and plastic enclosures used to control, diminish dust.

4. From textbook p.26, salvage involves usable materials, scrap metal, architectural elements, “historic fabric”, “sometimes salvaged for museum display”. Of course integration into a park concept or exhibition at Village Hall or the Library are possibilities.

5. From the Demolition textbook, “History” at p.7 states: “During the last two decades of the 20th century demolition has experienced substantial growth... At the same time the industry became aware of the dangers of some of the materials produced during the demolition process and has worked with both OSHA and EPA to produce regulations to protect the health and safety of workers and the public.”

In contrast: At the last meeting Trustee Harrington simplistically saying “demolition is easy” while Trustee Muldoon’s has made an obnoxious analogy of demo to 911 dust but contrarily saying the necessary abatement, (the removal of toxic materials such as lead, mold, asbestos) is perfectly safe. Trustee Torino has said demo results in a pile of dirt and at the recent Town Hall that demo folks provided “sound bites.. without thought”* - Actually the reverse of these BOT scare tactics is true.

This BOT has shown callous ignorance about demolition and made reckless misstatements to further its save every brick obsession. Watch out that they may again distort or exaggerate the demolition process or its costs hereby following the Frank McDonough playbook of exaggerating facade costs before the 2023 Poll. After the #27 Survey mess they devised look out!

S. G. Gorray

P. S. *I acknowledge as examples of many demolition writer contributions that the Oct. 13. 2023 edition of paper, contains Jim Apostolides, “Cost Benefit” at p. 30-34 and Tom Lamberti, Affordabilty p. 34 both worth a read letters on the demolition/St. Paul’s conundrum.

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Lights at St. Paul’s?

To the Editor:

I was just reading the most recent issue of the Garden City News, and in the letter section saw mention of tall lights being erected on the playing fields at St. Paul’s for nighttime use. This is a big surprise to me and I read the paper frequently so don’t imagine I am alone in just learning about this. I don’t view this as a positive development, mainly for the people who live in the adjacent neighborhoods, most especially those who live on the blocks across from St. Paul’s who already have the lights from the Adelphi fields coming from the south. I mention the lights at Adelphi because I live in the condo complex on Franklin Avenue, Doubleday Court, and my apartment faces west. On the nights when the lights are on at Adelphi I can see the “glow” in the distance and I don’t even live close to the campus. I can only imagine how this affects homes close by. In my opinion, these lights do not add to the bucolic environment of our beautiful village. For those who live between St. Paul’s and Adelphi it could end up being a nighttime lighting atmosphere like Yankee Stadium or something similar. That is a lovely peaceful area and I hate to think of the night sky on evenings when both areas might be lit up.

It makes me sad when I think of another neighborhood at risk of losing charm.

Is there anything residents can do or is this a fait accompli?

Kate Duffy

Misleading statement

To the Editor:

As members of the Garden City Environmental Advisory Board (EAB), we feel compelled to clarify several comments reported in the September 11th, 2025, article, “Synthetic field sparks debate at Board of Trustees meeting.”

Responding to a question about the possibility of a public vote on the proposed artificial turf field at St. Paul’s, Mayor Ed Finneran is quoted as saying, “I feel very confident that the environmental folks have looked into it, and the questions today are just the tip of the iceberg that this effort has taken, so it’s going to move forward.”

Members of the EAB appreciate the Board of Trustees’ intent to improve our athletic facilities; however, the mayor’s statement is misleading as it misrepresents the EAB as having come to conclusions about the safety of the turf. We have not.

While meaningful discussions are consistently led at the EAB by Trustees Harrington and Tai, the EAB never established a consensus on the safety of these fields or materials. Instead, members of the EAB raised many concerns

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about artificial turf, ranging from longterm implications for children’s health, increases in sport-related injuries for athletes using turf, heat retention and related injuries, pollution, and costs.

Concerningly, Assistant Superintendent of Recreation & Parks Hill confirmed within the vendor The LandTek Group’s artificial turf, “There will be the presence of some black rubber, but the green fill will make up the majority of it.” This black rubber, known also as crumb rubber and made from recycled tires, has many known dangers, including exposure to known carcinogens, neurotoxicants, and endocrine disruptors. The use of these materials raises serious concerns among public health researchers, particularly regarding their impact on children, who are most frequently exposed.

Experts, including those at the Children’s Environmental Health Center of the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, strongly discourage the installation of artificial turf playing surfaces and fields due to the uncertainties surrounding the safety of these products and the potential for dangerous heat and chemical exposures. Residents need to be aware that turf industry materials remain largely unregulated and untested, so any industry assurances of safety must be critically examined.

Cost concerns with artificial turf were also a frequent topic at the EAB meetings. While we understand the turf will allow for more sustained playing time by various clubs and teams who utilize St. Paul’s fields, the rationale posed to the EAB at our last meeting indicated an increase in revenue to the village with the increased access to these turf fields. It needs to be understood that the field will include turf and lighting, bringing the total cost to over $2,000,000. The proposed additional rental income of ~$30,000 per year will pale in comparison to the interest cost on a bond. The $30,000 represents a 1.5% ‘return’ on investment annually if there is no interest charged on the outlay of capital. While one can’t simply rely on financials to make a cost/benefit decision, it is certainly the case with the St. Paul’s building that the costs to rehabilitate that structure have caused decades of disagreement within the village and this is within the same overall facility. This does not include the annual maintenance which will essentially wipe out any ‘profit’ for this field.

In fact, during our June 2025 EAB meeting, we discovered that the green-colored fill being proposed, while it has cooling properties, only lasts for approximately 15 minutes. And the extra expense for this fill will be an ongoing cost as it needs to be maintained regularly - it is not simply a ‘set it and forget it’ solution. With added annual maintenance costs of up to $22,000, it is not quite the elegant ‘one and done’

solution people believe. (Sports Venue Calculator -www.sportsvenuecalculator.com)

Our community deserves continued honest and thorough conversations and resident input about the health and financial trade-offs from artificial turf. Suggesting the village would remove these expensive fields in the future if they were found to be unsafe seems empty, since we already know these materials are toxic and problematic.

Trustees, there are more costs than benefits to additional turf fields in our village. Natural grass fields, especially when managed sustainably, can support safe play while also improving environmental resilience at lower long-term health and financial costs. The Board of Trustees still has an opportunity to change course on the proposed artificial turf field and instead offer leadership that prioritizes health, environment, and fiscal responsibility.

Kelly Smith, Member, Garden City Environmental Advisory Board

Kurt Ehrig, Member, Garden City Environmental Advisory Board

Elizabeth Bailey, Member, Garden City Environmental Advisory Board

Literacy roadmap fail

To the Editor:

Garden City just got a summary—or a plan to plan—when what we paid for was a plan: a specific, sequenced roadmap to fix our school district’s literacy program with accountability.

Many of us warned early that the literacy consultant we hired was the wrong fit for our review. I FOILed records showing and publicly raised concern over how little vetting the Board of Ed did. Sadly, the report vindicates the concerns: it reads like a summary of what people said, not a comprehensive or authoritative plan for what to do, when to do it, and how to measure it.

The document also glosses over its own evidence. It first praises our literacy safety net, for instance, as “clear and inspiring” and NYSED-aligned, then admits a paragraph later that staff are confused about the plan’s Tier 1 instruction elements, extra help eligibility in K–2 is set so low that help arrives late, and redundant tests eat into teaching time. That gap between rosy summary and hard facts isn’t inspiring—it’s troubling.

Because our superintendent once held up Chappaqua Schools as the model back when Chappaqua was still using debunked Columbia Teachers College–style programs that many districts (and Columbia) have since abandoned—it’s fair to compare the two reviews. The contrast is stark: Chappaqua’s 79-page evaluation, completed across 11 weeks, is dense, names instructional materials, timelines, and approaches and lays out an actionable plan; Garden City’s

report, after nine months, is 22 pages of fluff, broad themes with few specifics, and no real roadmap, which then punts the work back to us to address issues we already knew before the consultancy. Now that Chappaqua has turned the page, Garden City stops the comparison right where it gets inconvenient. We didn’t need another pricey consultant and a year of further delay to tell us to pick a proven literacy program, clarify who gets help when, cut duplicate tests, protect reading time, and fix writing— many of us have been saying all of this for years free of charge. What a missed opportunity.

And indeed, instead of decisive action now, the district is kicking the issue to yet another faceless “literacy review team” to respond to the consultant points on some currently unknown timeline. When bold action is needed, you can always count on a $140 million bureaucracy to form another committee to cloud and disperse accountability.

Worse, the district conspicuously leaves parents out of the process. In a recent email, administrators at least promise they “will be sure to keep [us] updated along the way.” More delay. More wasted time and money as our elementary scores lag, middle school feels the heat, and too many kids wait for help as their parents pick up the district’s slack with private tutoring for basic skills.

This doesn’t have to be complicated. The community needs: (1) a clear, compliant, and scientific philosophy of literacy adopted by the Board and full, open abandonment of what has failed us; (2) a time-bound plan that adopts, with fidelity, high-quality, research-backed core materials and aligns instruction, intervention, and training; and (3) simple progress metrics reported often to families. In plain terms: pick the program, publish the plan, and continually report the results so kids get help earlier, at a lower cost, with better and quicker outcomes.

I just ran for the Board of Education to help bring common sense and accountability to improving our reading and writing programs quickly after the last decade of Columbia Teachers College garbage we embraced. I lost, but the need persists. I hope this Board, some of whom ran on the power of their relationships to bring needed change, has the stomach—and the ability—to swiftly hold the administration accountable for what’s needed now. I’m rooting for them, but after this latest consultancy episode, I and many others remain rightly concerned.

Richard Corrao Charlie Kirk was a saint

To the Editor:

The assassination and killing of Charlie Kirk was a tragedy of epic proportions. Coverage of his death by the

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media and social media, especially Fox News, rivaled that of coverage for the death of a President. Even today after a week of his passing, his death is front page news. One media correspondent even compared his death to that of the crucifixion of Jesus! His passing was heard around the world. The UK, Australia and New Zealand held gatherings to pay respect.

The comparison of his death to that of Jesus does hold many similarities. The similarities begin with their devotion to God. Charlie’s order of life was God first, family and then country. No one can dispute Jesus’s priority. Both Jesus and Charlie started their pilgrimage at a young age. Jesus as a young person and Charlie at 19. Both also died at similar ages. Charlie was 31 and it is reported Jesus was in his early 30s. Charlie traveled throughout the country speaking to thousands of high school and college students. Christ also traveled to spread his message throughout the land. Charlie had a cadre of

workers in his Turning Point USA while Jesus had his Disciples and Apostles to spread his word. When confronting challengers to their beliefs, both won their debates calmly, with knowlege and courtesy.. There was no fighting, just exchanging words and ideas.

Immediately after Charlie’s death, there has been a surge in church attendance in all denominations. Young people who were not religious went to church and some have even chosen to be baptized. Applications for new chapters for Turning Point USA have exploded. Instead of silencing Turning Point USA, the opposite has happened A lion has awoken! Likewise, we all know how Christianity has spread to become one of the largest religions in the world.

This resurgence of religion hopefully is a harbinger and healing of the acrimony that exists between the conservatives and the radical far left and will bring back common sense to our country and the world.

John Appelt

GC Middle School flags

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principal’s.

“There were many families from Garden City who were impacted by 9/11 and it is important for our young people to remember the lives lost and the significance of this tragic event in our nations history,” said Escobar. “The moment of silence we held is of particular importance because we need to remember 9/11 not only for its sorrow but also for the strength and solidarity it inspired. We must continue to move forward with determination to create a safe and peaceful world.”

Dr. Fasano, who also serves as a chief of the North Merrick Fire Department, spoke to the students about the sacri-

fices a first responder makes to help his fellow citizens in times of crisis.

Marr, who is a United States veteran, spoke to the students about the importance of serving your country.

“I want to thank both Dan and Bill for all their efforts in organizing the 9/11 flag ceremony, which is something we have been putting together at the school for several years now,” said Escobar. “Both Dan’s and Bill’s words to the students were genuine and heartfelt. As a chief of the North Merrick Fire Department, Dan understands the sacrifices that first responders make. As a veteran, Bill understands the importance of serving your country on the frontline.”

BoE reviews literacy program, construction progress

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the summer that we would have been receiving that recognition. It’s still an opportunity to recognize the hard work of our students and faculty,” she said.

Concerns were raised about flag-lowering protocols and the district’s absence of a public statement following the assassination of Charlie Kirk. The superintendent explained that the district follows state and federal directives on flag status and reaffirmed its condemnation of violence, emphasizing that the district’s role is to foster respect, dignity, and a safe environment for students and staff.

Construction update

Triton Construction manager Jack Klein reported that all district schools were ready to open on time after a busy summer of facilities upgrades. Completed projects include the Stewart School parking lot, a re-engineered parking garage foundation now supporting bus operations, and new air conditioning systems across all schools, with final building management system tie-ins expected to be completed in the next week or so.

At the high school, gymnasiums have been outfitted with new bleachers, divider curtains, and equipment. Turf fields for softball, baseball, and multipurpose use are nearly complete, with a mid-October opening anticipated. The building also received four smaller, more energy-efficient boilers, replacing two older units, expected to be completed in early October.

Community comments

A number of students spoke during the public comment portion of the meet-

ing. A Garden City High School student questioned the board on school policies, particularly the phone policy.

“Why are you implementing rules onto students even though they barely have any representation? … I just want to be able to use my phone during lunch, library, study hall, free period. I want to be able to use it as a tool,” he said.

Trustees explained that the restrictions come from state regulations and encouraged the student to engage peers and reach out to elected officials. The student also criticized the free lunch program as “a very socialist style policy.” Board members clarified that the program is mandated and fully funded by the state.

Student board representative Kayla acknowledged the frustration but noted that the policy reflects a broader national trend.

“I’ve gone through 12 years here and I’ve always been allowed to have my phone in between periods,” she said. “The decision wasn’t made lightly … I believe there are 31 states that now do not allow phones in schools. I completely understand the frustration … but I think they’re just trying to push us to do that in person so we can be more social with our classmates.”

Other residents raised concerns over state spending priorities and the district’s $248 million liability for post-employment benefits, and urged the board to reinstate music therapy for special education students.

The Garden City Board of Education will hold a work session on Tuesday, October 7, followed by a regular session on Tuesday, October 21. Both meetings will take place at Garden City High School, beginning at 7:30 p.m.

Five exercise myths you need to stop believing

Your back aches, your knees hurt, and your arms don’t feel as firm as they used to…

As you’ve noticed yourself struggling to move around, you’ve caught yourself thinking…

“Exercise can’t help me.”

Here’s the thing…

Most of what you’ve heard about exercise isn’t true.

These myths hold you back from living a fulfilled life without limitations.

So, let’s explore them…

Myth #1: Exercise makes pain worse.

A study published in Pain Medicine found that older adults who exercised had less pain and better movement…

Helping them feel better and making

everyday tasks easier.

Myth #2: You’re too old to start.

No matter your age, you can steer yourself towards feeling younger.

Yup, it’s true…

Research in The Journal of Gerontology proved that adults over 70 who began strength training improved their muscle mass and strength.

Myth #3: Walking is enough.

stay independent for life.

A review in The American Journal of Preventive Medicine found that combining aerobic and resistance training leads to better results for mobility and fall prevention in older adults.

Myth #4: Lifting weights makes you bulky.

Many women are afraid of looking too muscular…

Myth #5: You can target fat loss. It’s commonly thought that exercising a specific area melts fat there…

Research in The Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research confirmed that targeted exercises do not lead to localized fat loss…

But it does get the muscles underneath stronger, firmer to the touch, and more toned.

With the right exercises, you reclaim the freedom to enjoy a vibrant life.

Getting your steps in is a fail-proof way to improve your health…

But strength training allows you to

A study in The Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research found that older women who trained with resistance exercises improved strength and bone health without increasing arm size.

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/

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Thunder 11s (Reilly) outlast the Raiders

From Thunder 7s to Thunder 11s, the kids are having fun and making great memories!

The Thunder 11’s (Team Reilly) opened the 2025 NCYFL campaign with a hard fought 8-6 victory over the East Rockaway Raiders last Sunday at Oceanside High School.

In a game where scoring was at a premium, the Thunder Offense managed to ground out numerous first downs and chew up the clock, keeping the high-flying Raider passing attack on the sidelines. Offensive linemen, Jason Zonneveldt, Marc Sanzeri, Peter Rosenberg, Charlie Galli, Jesse Frosch, Victor Lopez and Connor Reilly dominated the larger East Rockaway “D-Line” in the first half carving holes for QB Charlie Fuschillo and RBs Will Capparelli, Brooks Galli and Caleb Howald. All of the Thunder points on the day came midway through the second quarter. The series was highlighted by a long burst up the Raider sideline by speedster Howald, a bruising inside dive by Capparelli and a slashing off-tackle run to paydirt by Brooks Galli. The scoring drive would be capped off by a successful 2-pt PAT. Following a perfect snap from Conor Hegarty and hold

by Galli, Gavin Alper ignored the on-rushing Raiders and pierced the uprights for the all-important 2-pt PAT and an 8-0 Thunder lead into halftime.

In the second half, the game was turned over to the Thunder “D” who continually frustrated the East Rockaway Offense with their speed and discipline. DEs Connor Reilly, Charlie Galli and Sofia Khawaja kept the edge and forced the Raider ballcarriers back into the interior where DLs Henry Faranda, RJ Frankenstein, Henry Crain, Kian Durkan, Victor Lopez, Jesse Frosch, Declan Quinn and Marc Sanzeri were waiting to make the tackle. LBs Brooks Galli, Will Capparelli and Ben Goettelmann roamed sideline to sideline punishing all opponents in their path. Meanwhile, the secondary was outstanding in both run support and pass defense, led by Caeden Corbett, Charlie Fuschillo, Conor Hegarty, Gavin Alper and Caleb Howald. East Rockaway finally found the end zone on a fourth and goal pass with ninety seconds remaining in the contest. However,

the relentless Thunder D-line broke through the Raider wall with Reilly getting a big paw (or maybe a cheek) on the low line drive and blocking the tying 2-pt kick. Charlie Galli recovered the ensuing onside kick and it was “Victory Formation” for

Fuschillo and the 1-0 Thunder 11s. The team has their first home game this Sunday (9/21) vs. Franklin Square with a 12:30 p.m. kickoff at Community Park.  GO THUNDER!!!

Gavin Alper kicks the game winner!

Peter Rosenberg punishes Raider RB!

The Thunder 11s Team Reilly

Caeden Corbett lowers the boom!

Thunder Ring 9s kick off season with 14-0 win

Nothing like football in 80 degree weather, especially since the Thunder Walker 9s secured that W at home - 12-6 vs Long Beach!

Game captains Anthony Canner (30), Declan Montegari (33), Jack Miller (3), and Patrick Hannan (87) go out for the coin toss to kick off the highly anticipated match-up vs Long Beach.

The highly anticipated Sunday morning showdown between last year's champions, the Long Beach Bulldogs, and the Garden City Thunder - Walker 9s certainly lived up to expectations. It was a battle until the final minutes, with the Thunder walking away with a key week 2 win.

Starting the game with the ball, the Bulldogs drove down the field and struck first, scoring a touchdown on their first possession. The Thunder managed to stop the extra point conversion to hold the Bulldogs at 6 points.

The Thunder immediately answered back. Quarterback Declan Walker (9) led the offense down the field with a massive 10-play drive featuring rushing from Branson Pepicelli (7), Graham Baebler (24), Anthony Canner (30) and James Immordino (2). A rushing touchdown from Pepicelli capped off the drive and tied the game at 6 - 6.

When the Bulldogs got the ball back,

the Thunder defense was on point, stopping them in their tracks to close out the first half.

The third quarter was a stalemate. The Bulldogs and Thunder both only had one offensive possession and stopped each other respectively.

When the Thunder got the ball back in the fourth quarter, they marched down the field with a long-sustained drive that included rushing from Anthony Canner (30) and Branson Pepicelli (7), a critical fourth down QB sneak from Declan Walker (9) and ultimately a second rushing touchdown by Branson Pepicelli (7). The game wasn't over yet - huge tackles all around for the defense on the Bulldogs' final possession of the game secured the win for the Thunder.

Final Score: Thunder 12, Bulldogs 6. Next up: the Garden City Thunder Walker 9s host the Farmingdale Hawks at Community Park, Sunday, September 21, at 9:30 a.m.. Go Thunder!!

Baebler (24) runs the ball up the field with nice blocking from Anthony Canner

QB Declan Walker (9) passes the ball to Branson Pepicelli (7) while the offense gets ready to block for a big run.

Graham

(30).

Daniel Eng (16) starts the tackle on the Long Beach running back with James Immordino (2) and Harris Delaney (20) ready to back him up.

A stiff-arm did not stop Alexander Virzera (17) from getting back up and making the tackle on the Long Beach running back.

Village takes big-picture view on tree removals

Assistant Superintendent of Recreation and Parks Andy Hill explained that the TCI Expo is the nation’s largest tree care industry event, offering educational sessions and a large exhibition floor featuring the latest equipment and software.

“We feel it will be extremely beneficial for Mr. Umana to attend,” Hill said.

Hill also updated trustees on the work of 4TS, the tree service company contracted by the village earlier this year for tree and stump removals on an “as-needed” basis. Since May, 4TS has removed 35 trees

and, by the September 10 meeting, had removed 15 stumps— though stump removals were delayed in late summer due to equipment problems. Hill assured trustees the company remains on schedule to meet its contracted deadlines.

“One piece of their equipment was leaking hydraulic fluid so it had to be taken off the streets for a while. I spoke to 4TS today and they’ve assured me that they are well on track to complete the work we gave them in the contracted timeframe. If need be, they would bring additional crews in to

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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on September 10, 2025, the Board of Trustees of the Village of Garden City, in the County of Nassau, New York, adopted a bond resolution amending the bond resolution adopted by said Board of Trustees on May 23, 2024 entitled:

“Bond Resolution of the Village of Garden City, New York, adopted May 23, 2024 and amended September 10, 2025, authorizing the issuance of bonds in a principal amount not to exceed $850,000 to finance the replacement of the water slide at the Village pool, stating the estimated maximum cost thereof is $850,000 and appropriating said amount for such purpose,”

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

FIRST: AUTHORIZING the Village of Garden City, New York to issue bonds in a principal amount not to exceed $850,000 pursuant to the Local Finance Law of the State of New York, to finance the replacement of the water slide at the Village pool;

SECOND: STATING that the estimated maximum cost thereof, including preliminary costs and costs incidental thereto and the financing thereof, is $850,000; appropriating said amount for such purpose; and STATING that the plan of financing includes the issuance of bonds in a principal amount not to exceed $850,000 to finance said appropriation, and the levy and collection of taxes on all the taxable real property in the Village to pay the principal of said bonds and the interest thereon as the same shall become due and payable;

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

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

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

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make sure they hit the deadline,” he said.

Trustee Michele Harrington asked whether the bare patches left behind would be replanted or left to homeowners. Hill explained that any trees removed from village property will be replaced, and landscaping will be restored.

“Every time we take down a tree, our approach is to try to put a new tree back in. We will get to plantings of the trees once Joe can review it,” he said. Harrington then zeroed in on the mud and dirt circles left in place, and asked if there would

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be trees planted a few feet away from where a stump was.

“I am not the arborist (Mr. Umana), and I do not know about exactly where the trees get planted, but I do know that he would not leave any place looking less than 100% professional. If he’s removing a tree and later replacing it he will make sure the area around there is re-seeded and looks exactly like it did before the tree was removed. I am very confident that this would happen,” Hill explained.

Trustee Vinny Muldoon emphasized the long-term goal of “one-for-one” tree replacement. “Wherever trees were, they will go back in,” he said. He told his fellow Board members the outlook was for years down the road, and on an individual basis, since replacing trees that are removed can’t have a uniform approach for every location.

Beautification Work Before Ryder Cup

Trustee Muldoon also highlighted the village’s progress in restoring and beautifying the Garden City Toll Lodge (the former Chamber of Commerce headquarters on East Seventh Street). He credited Hill and Umana for their work, noting the importance of presenting the village at its best ahead of the upcoming Ryder Cup.

a lot of people coming from out of town. We have great events planned with the GC Chamber and it’s going to be an exciting time between Homecoming and the Ryder Cup – this will be a fun month to be a resident of Garden City, and we are looking forward to it,” he said.

Employment, training costs approved

In other business on September 10, trustees approved several personnel-related items.

Termination payouts: The Board authorized $220,964 from the “Reserve for Compensated Absences” to “Termination Payout” for two departing employees: $209,478 for GCPD Sgt. Kevin Reilly and $11,486 for Public Works’ Bart DiConstanzo.

Police Commissioner contract: Trustees modified the employment terms for longtime Police Commissioner Kenneth Jackson, granting him 100% village-paid health insurance in retirement.

Conference training: Trustees approved expenses for three employees to attend professional training: GCPD Inspector Gerard Kniesel, attending the International Association of Chiefs of Police Training Conference in Denver (Oct. 18–21), at a cost not to exceed $3,000.

Senior Accountant Kevin Mitchell, attending the annual Keystone Conference in Nashville (Oct. 1–5), at a cost not to exceed $2,000.

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“It (Toll Lodge project) finishes up that corner of the village with the parking lot, and you guys (Rec. and Parks Department) are still on schedule to work with Superintendent John Borroni (from the Department of Public Works) in the new planting area in Village Lot 6E. Myself and Mayor Finneran have done a walkthrough with Andy, John, Village Administrator Ralph Suozzi and the entire team to get the village in pristine condition ahead of all our guests coming in for the Ryder Cup with both teams in town, and

Arborist Joe Umana, attending the TCI Expo in St. Louis (Nov. 6–8), at a cost not to exceed $1,800.

Commissioner Jackson described the police conference as “the largest and most impactful policing event of the year, with more than 16,000 public safety professionals in attendance.”

Discovering Cambodia’s Angkor Archeological Park, Among the World’s Most Fabulous Monument

BY KAREN RUBIN TRAVEL FEATURES SYNDICATE GOINGPLACESFARANDNEAR.COM

Today - technically the third day of our four-day Discovery Bicycle Tours Cambodia pre-tour - is our first real bike ride, scheduled for 36 miles. We pick up our bikes at the tourist office where we also pick up our passes for the national historic sites, and cycle right into the Angkor Archeological Park. We cycle on the Angkor Bikeway and hidden trails through the ruins and forest of Angkor.

We bike on country lanes with rice paddies and fields on either side, seeing homes with thatch roofs, water buffalo. Our guide, Tang, shows us a cashew nut as it is plucked from the tree, the outer layer opened releasing a noxious acid; and the abandoned skin of a snake.

Then we have our first real challenge. What feels like 10 of the miles (and is probably less), though, is riding through a thick layer of sand (like skiing on ice). Once I get the hang of it (the trick is getting into a lower gear), it is still stressful, requiring concentration, but not as scary, with immense and lasting satisfaction when we come to the end of this country road, where we come to a literal archway. Here we find a USAID hat in the middle of that sandy road - crumpled, ripped, dirty, trampled - a metaphor it seemed for what Trump/Musk had just done by shutting down USAID.

We ride a bit further on regular streets and have our first snack stop – with local foods (best cashews ever), dragon fruit, bananas, and

The dramatic sunset scene of the warrior statues on the Tonle Om Gate bridge outside the Preah Khan temple on our Discovery Bicycle Tours four-day Siem Reap, Cambodia pre-tour. More photos at goingplacesfarandnear.com © Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com

coconuts cut so we can drink the juice with a straw, and then come upon a wedding and learn a bit about the two-day ritual.

We come to our first temple, Banteay Srei, a 10th century temple dedicated to the Hindu gods Shiva and Parvati. It is considered a “jewel of Khmer art” because of its intricate carvings.

Our next stop is Ta Som with its dramatic ficus (fig) tree enveloping one of the towers. It was constructed at the end of 12th century, beginning of 13th C during the reign of King Jayavarman VII. It was destroyed centuries ago and lay in ruins until partners around the world provided assistance to restore it. The temple earned a place on the World Heritage list in 1992 and was the first

project to be managed by the World Monuments Fund’s Cambodian staff.

The art work – and especially the views you get as you walk through the archways and frames – is dazzling.

The full ride is 36 miles, but we have to cut it short by 6 miles for time, so are transported to the last two temples by bus (others could cut short the ride even earlier because the bus and bike truck pretty much follow us).

We next come to the stunning and significant Preah Khan, which I find most intriguing and spell-binding – perhaps because one of the guides offers to give a private tour for $5.

Preah Khan (it means «Royal Sword») was built in the 12th century

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for King Jayavarman VII  to honor his father on the site of his victory over the invading Chams in 1191.

The guard explains that the King built this temple with an aim of bringing Hindus and Buddhists together – a Buddhist sanctuary is offset by satellite Hindu temples; half of the temple has Hindu carvings; the other half is Buddhist – and I wonder if this is why the temple was intentionally destroyed.

What is so fascinating about these vast temple complexes is that they were not just for worship but would have been like palaces, castles or fortresses, housing hundreds, if not thousands of people.

The Preah Khan complex combined the roles of city, temple and Buddhist university and would have had 97,840 attendants and servants, including 1000 dancers and 1000 teachers.

The stone – which mostly appears grey-black- becomes a blazing orange in the setting sun as we leave.

We cross a bridge lined with impressive military figures– several with the heads cut off, very possibly to sell on the black market.

As we cross, the sun, glowing a fiery red, offers a spectacular scene and our guide, Hang, stops the bus for us.  We have just two minutes to capture the setting sun before it falls behind trees.

Between 800 and 1200 A.D., hundreds, if not thousands of temples were built through the region. The oldest ones have all but disappeared due to weather, war, religious conflict and greed (stealing the art for sale). The ones we see today have

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had to be excavated from overgrowth and restored, and represent the Golden Age of monument building. They have a certain common style – largely because of they were built in the same era, and many of the ones we see were built by King Jayavarman VII, which makes you wonder about how he had the resources and manpower. But the temples are remarkably individual for their art, theme and most especially how you experience of discovering them, so I come away with my favorites.

The most famous – for good reason –is Angkor Wat, widely recognized (confirmed by the Guinness World Records) as the largest religious structure or monument in the world, a religious complex spanning more than 400 acres (five times the size of the Vatican). It was originally built by the Khmer Empire, commissioned by King Suryavarman II in the early 12th century as a Hindu temple before being converted into a Buddhist site by the end of the century.

Back at the Aviary Hotel, I get in a 20-minute swim in the rooftop pool before meeting our group for a 10-minute walk to Chamrey Tree, an elegant restaurant filled with gorgeous art, where we have a fantastic dinner.

After dinner, Calista and Jake go off to explore the night market, where Jake is game to try any unusual food. The next morning, he reports back of his experience eating insects (not sure if he also snacked on snake or just observed).

Departure Day: Angkor Sunrise & Biking

Day 4 is our departure day, but our last morning in Cambodia starts at 4:30 am (we are given a bagged breakfast to take with us) so we can be at Angkor Wat (with thousands of others) for the sunrise. The famous view would have

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the iconic temple back-lit and reflected in two large pools in front - alas the sunrise is not all that impressive and even coming so early, it is hard to get a good enough position, but the experience is exciting enough.

The real thrill comes after, when we go to explore the temple. Most of the sunrise goers leave, so we are able to visit with comparatively few people if we hustle - our guide urges us to get on line fast so we aren’t trapped in an hour-long wait to climb the steep staircase.

We get inside the temple just as the sun is penetrating the structure.

It took hundreds of thousands of workers just 37 years to build – (the 37 year deadline coincides with the belief in 37 heavens and 32 hells and there are 37 steps to enter. Like Machu Picchu, these temples were built by devotees as well as slaves. The stones came from a quarry 35 miles away (during COVID, they had time to study and discovered a canal, which they now believe was used to float the stones).

The temple would have been overgrown after centuries of abandonment; it was rediscovered in 1941 and the French helped restore the temple after a collapse in 1947;

the World Monuments Fund has been working to preserve and restore these temples since 1991. It was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1992.

Built in early 12th C under the reign of Suryavarman II, Angkor Wat was both the grandest of all Khmer temples and a city in its own right.

Angkor Wat houses what are considered the finest examples of Khmer art – carved bas-reliefs stretching nearly 600 meters.

In the eyes of Khmer people, the most significant bas-relief located in

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the Churning of the Sea of Milk Gallery portrays devas and asuras in a dramatic tug of war, representing the eternal struggle of good and evil that churns  amrit, the elixir of everlasting life, from the primordial ocean.

Heaven and Hell is depicted in an astonishing 68-meter long wall carving: heaven above consists of two tiers; hell has 32 tiers. The inscriptions tell what kind of sin a person may have committed in life judging by the tier the sinner ended up on after death.

In the Hall of a Thousand Buddhas (Preah Poan) a few stand out dramatically from the grey statues for their gold robes.

From Angkor Wat, we bike to the Bayon Temple, with its enormous, fantastical enigmatic faces looking in every direction from every stone tower – 216 in all. It is not known who the face represents – we heard they represented Buddha before achieving Nirvana, or possibly the ruler who built the temple, Jayavarman VII.

Dating from the late 12th century (after Angkor Wat) and the last to be built in the Angkor, the Bayon is a Mahayana Buddhist temple built to pay homage to the king responsible for its construction, Jayavarman VII, and dedicated to his mother. We are told that 12,640 people would have lived within it, including 650 dancing girls.

With time growing short before some of our group has to get to the airport, our 12-mile bike ride is cut short (though some have biked along the top of the defensive walls of Angkor Thom). and we travel by bus to the last temple we get to visit Ta Prohm, famous for scenes from Angelina Jolie’s “Lara Croft: Tomb Raider” film.

You really feel the age of the Ta Prohm temple with massive trees growing out of the stone and massive stone

blocks in heaps.

It’s fairly amazing how much we do on Day 4, our departure day when we fly to Hanoi to start the 12-day Vietnam bike tour: three temples, a fabulous bike ride, lovely lunch, and since they have arranged a late check out (the flight several of us are on is at 7 pm), I even have time for a swim. But then I remind myself: we got up at 4:30 am!

Discovery Bicycle Tours organizes everything to make our biking as satisfying and our brief time here as productive and pleasant as possible.

Discovery does a great job of providing advance materials, the day-by-day itinerary, packing lists; excellent bikes (e-bikes are available but not really necessary) and helmets, and even though we do ride together with guides at the front and back and not really a great idea to go off on our own, we have Ride GPS so we can follow the route.

Get the required visa and arrival document at Cambodia’s website (evisa. gov.kh), where the fee is $30 (if you use a visa service it costs something like $197), but give yourself enough time to get the confirmation.

Also, always double-check the U.S. State Department’s travel advisory and make sure no vaccinations are required or recommended.

It is also recommended to purchase travel insurance – especially for the medical and evacuation coverage. You can check a site like travelinsurance. com to get recommendations.

On to Vietnam!

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daily meals that include as much as 50 grams of daily fiber from foods like beans, lentils, farro, brown rice, fruits, and vegetables -- about twice the recommended amount of 25 to 30 grams of fiber a day. By comparison, the average American eats roughly 15 grams a day. (A control group will eat a healthy diet that follows guidelines from the American Cancer Society.)

The bottom line is even if a person doesn’t have cancer, eating more fiber is beneficial. Additional fiber means a healthier microbiome and a host of other benefits, from lowering cholesterol to helping with weight loss.

Charlyn Fargo is a registered dietitian wit SIU School of Medicine in Springfield, Illinois, and the current president of the Illinois Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

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BY CLAIRE LYNCH

It’s crisp and cool - this is Autumn

The sights, sounds and scents of autumn never cease to amaze me. They always seem to take me by surprise when I walk out my door and I smell or see something that is “typically fall.” Because of that - and because of temperatures that are cooler and crisper than summer - autumn always has been my favorite season. Each fall my young niece and nephew like standing under a tall maple tree and getting showered by a splay of leaves falling gently to the ground. Then they stomp on the leaves and laugh when they hear the crunch, crunch sound. They get such a kick out of it that I laugh and can’t help but join in their fun. We call it “dancing under the good, old trees.” Here are some other things I like about fall.

The scent of fireplaces

I’m sitting here reading a book next to the open window and the smell of a fireplace burning is drifting in. Someone has a fire going down the street and it smells delightful. It’s also a reminder to me that it is a first sign of autumn. I like these reminders that a page has turned, that a new season has begun. My friend, Nicole, told me a few months ago that her parents have a small house upstate and they use their open-hearth fireplace to heat the home when they go there in the colder months. It is built into a wall and made completely of stone. I have visited Nicole’s family in that home which they call “the cabin” and that smell of woodsmoke always reminds me of upstate - of small towns, tall pine trees and winding rivers. Some people say that our sense of smell is one of our least appreciated senses. But it is also one of our most powerfully evocative senses. The minute I smell any type of fireplace burning either in the distance or close by it conjures up all types of memories: being 10 years old and standing in my grandparents’ kitchen with my two sisters smelling the food cooking on their wood burning stove. Of being 13 years old and when I walked into my best friend’s house next door early one winter morn-

ing when we were off from school I was greeted by the smell of their open hearth fireplace roaring. Her father had just placed some logs on the fire minutes before and I liked being greeted by its scent and feeling the warmth those logs threw off. My mother had sent me to get three cups of flour from her mother because in our kitchen we were almost out of it. I knew that mom wanted to bake three dozen chocolate chip cookies for our family and that sounded mouth watering to me so I was on a mission to get that flour. These are warm memories - my grandparents’ kitchen and my friend’s house - that I instantly conjure up whenever I smell anyone’s fireplace.

Drinking cold apple cider

Driving home into the sunset last fall I looked over to make sure that the gallon of fresh apple cider was secure in the car. I had just picked it up at a farm and I wanted to surprise my family by serving chilled glasses of apple cider the next day at dinner. Arriving home, I put the gallon in the back of the refrig-

erator to chill overnight, hoping that no one would notice it and I started making dinner. I wanted to surprise them because I know that all of my relatives like drinking apple cider. It goes great with a meal or after dinner with a slice of cake or homemade pie no matter what flavor the pie is. That weekend my guests including my sister, Susan, and her husband, Don, planned on staying

overnight and afterwards Susan said that she had seen the gallon of apple cider in the refrigerator but didn’t let on. Susan knows me well - she knows that sometimes I like to surprise people. Sure enough my relatives were pleasantly surprised when I started placing some fancy glasses of cider on the dining room table that night. I pulled out my best crystal goblets and we toasted each other to health and happiness before starting to drink our fresh apple cider. Explaining that I got it at a farm selling fresh produce, I mentioned that I also picked up some apples at the same time. But baking and serving a homemade apple pie? That’s for another day.

Hearing the geese overhead

At some point in early October I hear the familiar sound of Canada geese flying south for warmer climates. I say at some point because I never know when it’s going to happen, never know when I will hear their honking sounds and stop everything for a few minutes to look skyward and see if I can spot them up above. It’s always such a beautiful

sight, seeing the geese in V-formation, with one following after the other, as they head for lands known or unknown where they can find food, water and comfortable temperatures. They tend to return to the same migration locations but individual flocks have their own patterns so I wonder where this particular flock will end up. Geese can withstand temperatures down to -40 degrees F because their feathers act great as insulators. If the water is frozen over, however, they will migrate to another location. Warmer weather keeps the water from freezing, which can keep geese in the area for longer. The Canada geese raise their young near water where the goslings can feed and if necessary dive or swim away to escape any predators that may be around. Watching these flocks of geese is a marvel to behold each fall.

J.K. Rowling, the author of the Harry Potter books, has said: “Autumn seemed to arrive suddenly that year. The morning of the first September was crisp and golden as an apple.”

Little Green Spacemen and Social Security

BY TOM MARGENAU

Well, if I listen to news reports or review the emails I get from many readers, I guess I’d have to conclude that Social Security is doomed. So that means it’s time to once again trot out my “little green men and Social Security” story. This story has to do with an intriguing newspaper headline I read about 20 years ago that went like this: “More people think they’ll see little green spacemen than a future Social Security check.” The story that ran with that headline was based on a poll of young people that asked a question something like this: “Do you believe you will have a better chance of seeing a Social Security check someday or of seeing Martians land on Earth?” And guess what? Most people answered that they figured they’d be more likely to see little green men from outer space than their promised Social Security benefits.

I wasn’t surprised by those poll results then, and I’m not surprised by people’s pessimism now. That’s because I’ve been listening to Social Security skeptics for half a century. I remember way back in 1973 when I was sent out as a relatively new Social Security Administration spokesperson to deliver my first speech on the topic. And hardly before I had a chance to introduce myself, some guy in the audience who appeared to be around 40 years old jumped up and said, “I don’t know why we should listen to anything you have to say. We all know Social Security will go belly up long before we ever have a chance to collect a dime out of the system!”

Well, of course, if that guy is still alive, he’d be pushing 90 now and would have been collecting many millions of dimes in the form of Social Security checks, month in and month out, for about 30 years now. I’ve often wondered if he ever looked back and regretted his rude interruption of that neophyte Social Security rep’s maiden Social Security presentation. At least I hope he accepted the fact that he was wrong.

That story always reminds me of something I learned from one of my mentors when I started working for the Social Security Administration. He was a fairly high-placed official within the agency who started working for the SSA shortly after it was created in 1936. And he told me that way back then, many members of the public were telling him that the Social Security program was doomed to failure.

Well, those doomsayers in 1936 were wrong about the future of Social Security. And that rude audience member who interrupted me in 1973 was wrong about the future of Social Security. And those poll respondents from about 20 years ago who said they’d see Martians from space before they’d see Social Security benefits were also wrong about the future of Social Security. And so too are the people I still hear from today who tell me that Social Security is destined to fail.

I mean, come on, folks! The Social Security program is 90 years old now. It has

been paying monthly benefits for many decades without fail to hundreds of millions of people. How long must the program be around before people accept the fact that it is here to stay?

But of course, I’m not naive. I know what fuels people’s recent skepticism about the future of the program. You can hardly go a week without seeing some newspaper report or some internet story predicting Social Security’s demise.

Some of the headlines, like this one: “Social Security going broke in 2034” are just outright false. Some of the headlines, like this one: “Social Security benefits to be cut 20% in 2034,” are misleading. And of course, none of the headlines tell the whole story.

If you go beyond the headlines and read the rest of the story, you will see a statement similar to this one: “By 2034, Social Security will only have enough cash reserves to pay 80% of promised benefits IF NO CHANGES ARE MADE TO THE SYSTEM BY THEN.”

I added the emphasis to the “if no changes ... “ part of that sentence because it is the key. The Social Security program will never reach the point where future benefits will have to be cut by 20% because there is absolutely no question that the system will be reformed before we reach the 2034 crunch date.

How do I know that? Well, for one thing, it’s just common sense. No member of Congress, no president, no government official is going to let the Social Security program go belly up. You can be as cynical as you want about the state of politics and about the lack of bipartisanship in our country today. But I can assure you that no politician is going to say to their elderly constituents: “Sorry Grandma, because I’m bickering with my colleagues across the aisle and can’t get anything done, I’m going to just forget about reforming Social Security and cut your Social Security checks by 20%!” (OK, maybe there are a few rogue members of Congress out there who might say that, but certainly nowhere near a majority.)

How else do I know that Social Security will not go belly up by 2034? Well, history is on my side. Throughout its history, the program has been reformed many times to keep it relevant and to keep it financially secure. The last time that happened in a big way was the early 1980s. At that point, the Social Security system was about five years away from going in the red. Back then, President Reagan appointed the National Commission on Social Security Reform, made up of a bipartisan coalition of Senators and members of Congress and other experts. They proposed, and Congress eventually passed, a series of relatively modest tax increases and benefit cuts that have kept the system solvent for the next 50 years.

And that’s what’s going to happen again. I’m betting there will be another commission established that will suggest relatively modest reforms that will keep

the program solvent for the next half-century.

Before I close, I must make this point. I get dozens of emails from readers who tell me that the aforementioned Social Security headlines scare them. So, they are choosing to take early (and reduced) benefits now so that they can get “grand-

fathered in” to the current system before the program goes bust. My advice to them is always the same. DO NOT make Social Security decisions based on politics. Make decisions based on your own personal economic situation. And I say that because

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Selling in a Seller’s Market: The Hidden Challenges on LI

When people hear the term “seller’s market,” the immediate reaction is usually excitement. After all, the phrase implies that homeowners hold the upper hand. With limited inventory, rising demand, and eager buyers, what could go wrong? On Long Island, though, even in a market tilted in favor of sellers, challenges abound. Selling a home is rarely as simple as putting up a “For Sale” sign and waiting for bidding wars to begin.

The Price Trap: Overconfidence Meets Appraisal Reality

One of the greatest pitfalls sellers face in Nassau and Suffolk counties is overpricing. Because media headlines often highlight record sales, many homeowners believe they can set the bar sky-high and still attract offers. While buyers may show interest, the deal often stumbles when lenders require an appraisal. If the property does not appraise at the inflated asking price, the buyer’s financing can fall apart, forcing sellers to renegotiate or accept less.

Sellers who price strategically— slightly under market value to generate multiple bids—often walk away with stronger results than those who reach for unrealistic numbers. Overconfidence can leave a property languishing on the market, even when demand is strong.

Timing the Market: A Delicate Balance

Another issue is timing. A true seller’s market can shift rapidly. Rising mortgage rates, new inventory, or seasonal slowdowns can cool momentum in weeks. A homeowner who hesitates, hoping for prices to climb just a little higher, may suddenly find themselves with more competition and fewer buyers.

This is especially relevant on Long Island, where seasonal trends are significant. Spring and early summer traditionally bring the strongest demand, while late fall and winter see slower traffic. Sellers who miss the seasonal peak might not feel like they’re in a seller’s market at all.

Interest Rates and Buyer Affordability

Even in a robust market, affordability remains a hurdle for buyers. As mortgage rates climb, purchasing power shrinks. For sellers, this means that while multiple buyers may be interested, fewer can actually afford to close. Deals can fall through late in the process, leaving sellers frustrated.

On Long Island, where property taxes are already among the highest in the nation, higher borrowing costs create added strain. Buyers quickly hit

their ceiling, which can cap price growth even when demand remains strong.

Inspections and the Hidden Cost of Deferred Maintenance

BY PHILIP A. RAICES

Many sellers assume a hot market allows them to skip repairs. While buyers may overlook cosmetic flaws when competition is fierce, home inspections still carry weight. Issues such as aging roofs, outdated heating systems, or structural concerns can trigger last-minute renegotiations. Sellers who have deferred maintenance often find themselves conceding thousands of dollars in credits or scrambling for repairs before closing.

This challenge is especially acute in Long Island’s older housing stock. Homes built in the mid-20th century are now showing their age, and what sellers see as “character” can look like costly repairs to cautious buyers.

Cash Offers: Tempting but Risky

The rise of investor and cash buyers has also complicated the playing field. A cash offer can be alluring because it promises speed and fewer contingencies. However, these buyers often expect discounts in exchange for fast closings. In some cases, investors back out at the last minute or use inspections to renegotiate aggressively.

Sellers should weigh the benefits of a cash offer against the possibility of getting a higher price from a traditional buyer, even if it means waiting a few extra weeks for financing approval.

The Stress of Life Transitions

Not every seller enters the market by choice. Divorce, downsizing, job relocation, illness, or the need to transition into assisted living often create pressure to sell quickly. Even in a favorable market, these homeowners may not have the luxury of time or resources to prepare a property for maximum return.

This creates a paradox: the market favors sellers broadly, but individual circumstances can still leave some feeling at a disadvantage. For these households, careful planning and expert guidance are essential to avoid leaving money on the table.

Local Realities: Taxes, Regulations, and Moving On

Long Island’s unique landscape adds another layer of complexity. Property taxes are a constant consideration for

buyers and can influence how much they are willing to pay. Additionally, zoning restrictions, permitting delays, and strict regulations can make it harder for sellers who hope to market their property as a “fixer-upper” or redevelopment opportunity. Another challenge often overlooked is what comes after the sale. Sellers who intend to remain on Long Island must face the same tight inventory and rising prices as buyers. Many find that while they can sell quickly, finding an affordable next home proves difficult. This reality sometimes causes sellers to delay putting their home on the market altogether.

How Sellers Can Navigate the Challenges

While the issues are real, they are not insurmountable. Homeowners can take several steps to protect themselves and maximize success:

1. Price with precision. Work with a local professional who understands recent comparable sales and appraisal standards.

2. Prepare the property. Address major maintenance issues upfront and consider modest upgrades that increase buyer confidence.

3. Plan for inspections. Expect them to happen and decide in advance how flexible you are willing to be on repairs or credits.

4. Evaluate all offers carefully. Don’t just chase the highest price— consider the buyer’s financing strength, contingencies, and likelihood of closing.

5. Have a post-sale plan. Whether moving locally or out of state, think through your next step before signing a contract.

Conclusion: A Market That Rewards the Prepared

On Long Island, a seller’s market can be both a golden opportunity and a minefield. Prices may be strong and demand high, but that does not eliminate the risks of overpricing, failed appraisals, inspection disputes, or timing missteps. Sellers who assume they cannot lose in this environment often find themselves surprised.

The key to success lies in preparation, realistic expectations, and strategic decision-making. A seller’s market may tilt the balance in favor of homeowners, but the best results still go to those who enter the process with clear eyes and careful planning.

Philip A. Raices is the owner/Broker of Turn Key Real Estate at 3 Grace Ave Suite 180 in Great Neck. He has 43+ years experience in the Real Estate industry and has earned 3 significant designations:

National Association of Realtors Graduate Realtors Institute (what I consider a Master’s degree in real estate).

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BY MARY HUNT

What would we do if we actually had to use everything we own, including all that stuff in the drawers, cupboards, closets, shelves and boxes in our kitchen, bedrooms, living room, basement, attic, garage, rafters, driveway, patio, side yard and cars?

Could we do it? It’s not likely. Instead, we pack it, stack it and pile it away -- we even pay rent to store it -- and keep accumulating even more. More stuff dilutes the quality of our lives.

Every possession carries two price tags: the original purchase price and the continuing toll. That second amount is paid in upkeep, time, maintenance and storage. It can charge its toll in anxiety, depression, relationship conflict, financial distress and even impaired function.

I’ve done it. Perhaps you have, too. I’ve packed it all up and paid someone to move it to a new place. “I’ll sort it there,” I told myself. Years later, I’m still hounded by unpacked boxes that I’ve moved from one house to another, from one floor to the basement, from one room to another or just one side of the closet to the other.

Who could calculate the number of hours we’ve tossed down the drain because of clutter? Simple tasks turn into search-and-rescue missions. There are some people in my neighborhood who

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move the entire contents of the garage onto the front lawn to retrieve holiday decorations. Then, they take the rest of the day cramming it all back before dark.

Perhaps you know about or have heard of the 80/20 Rule, also known as the Pareto Principle. It says that 80% of outcomes result from 20% of inputs. The rule is uncannily predictive. For example, the average person wears 20% of the clothes he or she owns; 80% just take up space in the closet. Here’s another: 20% of employees are responsible for 80% of the results; 20% of students have grades of 80% or higher. It is quite amazing how that works out.

JUDGE

YOUR CLUTTER

Ask yourself these five questions to decide if it is clutter or not:

No. 1: Does it work?

So much of the clutter in our homes is made up of broken things we plan to fix and clothes that might someday fit.

No. 2: Do I really need it?

Determine the impact of this item disappearing from your life.

No. 3: Do I enjoy it?

If this item brings beauty and joy to your life, it is not clutter. Sentimental belongings and things that bring true beauty to our lives should be treated with great care and respect, not packed away in the attic to be forgotten.

No. 4: Am I using it now?

Although the 80/20 rule is frequently used in business and economics, you can apply the concept to just about anything -- especially clutter. Remember, Pareto says we use and enjoy 20% of what we own. The other 80% is made up of items we don’t use, feel we should use or think we might use someday. If that item doesn’t fall into the 20% of things you own that you use on a regular basis, love and enjoy, consider it suspect.

No. 5: Will I use it in the next year?

If you are not certain you will use it soon, more than likely, it’s clutter!

MOVE IT OUT

Sell it, give it away or throw it out. One of the best solutions for “good stuff” is to give it to someone who wants or needs it. The more seriously you take this mat-

ter of de-junking, the greater the positive impact it will have on your life. Important stuff will be easier to find when you don’t have to rifle through piles of worthless clutter.

Mary invites you to visit her at EverydayCheapskate.com, where this column is archived complete with links and resources for all recommended products and services. Mary invites questions and comments at https://www.everydaycheapskate.com/contact/, “Ask Mary.” This column will answer questions of general interest, but letters cannot be answered individually. Mary Hunt is the founder of EverydayCheapskate.com, a frugal living blog, and the author of the book “DebtProof Living.”

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Meal Prep for People Who Hate Meal Prep

BY MARY HUNT

Some people love meal prep. They plan every meal, color-code containers, and smile as they portion out grilled chicken and broccoli like a seasoned chef. This article is not for them.

This is for the rest of us. The folks who want dinner on the table but without surrendering their entire weekend to a week’s worth of meals all neatly loaded into labeled Tupperware.

If the words “meal prep” make you want to lie down with a bag of chips, keep reading. This is meal prep for people who hate meal prep.

Before you toss the whole idea out the window, let’s get practical. Eating out is expensive. The average restaurant meal in the U.S. now costs over $20 per person once you add tax and tip -- and that’s if you skip the appetizer, soda and dessert.

A fast-casual dinner for a family of four? Easily $60 or more. Do that a few times a week, and you’re spending like it’s vacation, only you’re still at home and now the dishwasher’s full.

On the flipside, making meals at home can bring your cost down to as little as $3 to $7 per person. Over the course of a month, that can translate into hundreds of dollars in savings -- enough to pay down debt or stash away for a rainy day.

Forget about prepping every bite of every meal for the entire week. Instead, think in terms of components. Cook up a few basic ingredients you can mix and match throughout the week:

-- Grains (rice, pasta, quinoa)

-- Protein (rotisserie chicken, beans, hardboiled eggs)

-- Vegetables (chopped, roasted or raw)

-- Extras like shredded cheese, salad dressing or tortillas

You don’t need a meal plan spreadsheet.

less, and makes future you very happy. Lunch doesn’t need to be a four-star experience. Some days it’s a sandwich and some carrot sticks. Other days it’s last night’s leftover stir-fry. The goal is to avoid the “What’s for dinner?” panic that leads to overpriced

Just a few building blocks to make your weeknights less frantic.

Batch while you cook. This means just double up while you’re already cooking. If you’re chopping onions for tonight’s dinner, chop a few extras and store them. Making chili? Freeze half for next week. Boiling eggs? Make six instead of two. It’s efficient, pain-

drive-thru regret.

There is no award for doing everything from scratch. Buy the bagged salad. Use the pre-chopped onions. Let your slow cooker or sheet pan do the heavy lifting. Use frozen vegetables. Rely on that $5 rotisserie chicken like it’s your kitchen intern.

Take five minutes and make a list of

meals your household likes and that you actually know how to cook: tacos, stir-fry, pasta and sauce, sheet pan chicken. Rotate those. Don’t try to become the Barefoot Contessa overnight.

You don’t need a label maker, but a Sharpie and masking tape can save your future self from defrosting something that turns out to be soup when you were hoping for enchiladas. Write what it is and when you made it.

This isn’t a contest. Some weeks you’ll prep more. Some less. Some meals will be creative masterpieces. Others will be peanut butter toast with apple slices. It’s all OK.

The goal isn’t perfection -- it’s to stop dreading dinner and avoid feeling like the only options are expensive takeout or cereal.

Meal prep doesn’t need to be a lifestyle. It just needs to make your life a little easier. That’s a win in my book.

For even more info, links and the opportunity to make comments, I’d love to meet up with you at EverydayCheapskate.com/mealprep. See you there!

Mary invites you to visit her at EverydayCheapskate.com, where this column is archived complete with links and resources for all recommended products and services. Mary invites questions and comments at https:// www.everydaycheapskate.com/contact/, “Ask Mary.” This column will answer questions of general interest, but letters cannot be answered individually. Mary Hunt is the founder of EverydayCheapskate.com, a frugal living blog, and the author of the book “Debt-Proof Living.”

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BY DENNIS MAMMANA

Week of September 21-27, 2025

A Unique Return of Saturn

We’ve been many months without a bright planet in the night sky, but that’s all about to change! On the night of Sunday, Sept. 21, the ringed planet Saturn officially returns to the evening sky, and all planet watchers will surely rejoice.

On that night, Saturn reaches its opposition point, which readers of this column know means it will lie in the heavens opposite the sun, rising in the east-southeast at sunset and glistening all night long. Its opposition also means that the planet is closest to the Earth. This week, Saturn lies only about 794.5 million miles from us and, as a result, a telescope makes it appear larger than at any other time.

Spotting Saturn in the sky isn’t too tough. Look for a bright “star” low in the eastern-southeastern sky just after dark. You should have little trouble finding it because it’s the only bright object in that area. It will remain in our evening sky for a few months, drifting westward from fall to winter, but only during the next month or so can we expect the best view with a small telescope.

Stargazers often cite Saturn as their favorite planet because of its glorious ring system that we can easily see with even a small, low-power telescope. But if you’ve never experienced this magnificent sight, I’m

afraid you’ll have to wait a bit.

That’s because as Saturn orbits the sun, it alternately displays to us different sides of the ring system. At their widest, the Saturnian rings appear “open” when the planet lies in the part of its orbit that corresponds to its summer or winter -- that is, when its poles are tilted toward the sun and Earth. This last occurred in 2017, and Saturn appeared spectacular. Right now, however, the ring system is tilted edge-

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BY TRACY BECKERMAN

After 33 years of marriage, my husband and I have finally figured out why we sometimes have trouble communicating: He can’t read my mind.

I know. I was shocked too. But there it was. And the sad fact was, I was enlightened over a bag of garbage.

One morning I came downstairs to find a bag of garbage sitting near the back door, exactly where I had left it the previous night (the garbage, not the door).

Incensed, I called my husband, who’d already left for work.

“You left the garbage next to the door!” I accused him.

“What garbage?”

“The one I left for you next to the door.”

“Yeah, you mentioned that,” he said. “I didn’t notice it.”

“How could you not notice it?” I asked him. “You would have had to

on to our line of sight. Why is this notable? Because, while these grand rings are nearly 180,000 miles wide, they are less than a mile thick. And that means that, in their current orientation, they appear quite thin. In fact, the ring plane will lie almost directly along our line of sight during the second half of November, nearly causing the rings to vanish.

Don’t worry, though; they’ll be back. Over the next few years, we’ll see them begin to “open up” once again, reaching their maximum exposure to us in 2032. In fact, by the end of this year, they should become more obvious through a small telescope.

In the meantime, skywatchers viewing with a small telescope will need to be satisfied by Saturn’s relatively tiny and nearly featureless yellow disk, along with its largest and brightest moon, Titan, which frequently appears with even the smallest of instruments as a tiny “star” nearby, as do several of its smaller moons that orbit the planet. Check out an app called Gas Giants, which will allow you to pinpoint the positions of Saturn’s moons for any time and date. If you don’t have your own scope, call your local planetarium, science museum or amateur astronomy club to see when their next “star party” will be so you won’t miss this unique view of Saturn.

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physically move it to open the door.”

“I don’t know, honey. I was in a hurry. I guess you wanted me to take it out?”

“No. It was a reminder that today is garbage pickup day, and you needed to bring the cans to the end of the driveway.”

“And I would know this how?” he wondered aloud.

“BECAUSE I LEFT THE GARBAGE NEXT TO THE DOOR!” I explained.

It made perfect sense to me, but my husband said he couldn’t possibly have known this unless he could read my mind. I was flabbergasted. Clearly, if there was a bag of garbage next to the door, anyone with half a brain would realize it meant it was a reminder for garbage pickup day ... assuming, of course, that you were Nostradamus or the Long Island Medium.

Thinking about it, I realized that we’d had other situations in which I expected him to do something with-

out my telling him to do it, and then, surprisingly, he didn’t do it. Then, of course, I’d get mad that he didn’t do it, and he, of course, wouldn’t have the slightest idea why I was mad because I never asked him to do it in the first place.

Follow that?

Honestly, though, I had always figured that while he might not actually be able to read my mind, my husband had a pretty good idea of what I was thinking most of the time. When we were dating, he realized that I wanted to get married without me actually saying so ... although I think the pictures of engagement rings I left on his desk might have helped. And then there was the time when I wanted to have a baby. He picked up on that one just as soon as I waved the pregnancy test stick with the big plus sign on it under his nose.

I suppose the fact that he always seemed to know what I wanted had less to do with being able to read my mind

and more to do with knowing how to navigate the marital waters so he didn’t sink into the irate wife abyss.

After consulting my crystal ball, I decided I might be better off simply asking my husband to do things rather than expecting him to telepathically figure it out. Satisfied with this radical new approach to my marriage, I went off to the bedroom to put away some new clothes I had just bought. As I was trying on a new swimsuit, my husband walked in.

“Wow! You look fantastic in that!” he exclaimed.

He may not be psychic, but he’s certainly no dummy.

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

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Fall means many things: leaves changing color, cool breezes and plenty of apples to pick. When an afternoon spent at the local orchard provides a bounty of apples, people can turn them into flavor-packed treats.

1 package (17.3 ounces) puff pastry sheets, thawed

1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon cream (egg wash)

2 to 3 firm apples (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, Gala) or pears (D’Anjou or Bartlett) cored and peeled

1⁄2 cup finely chopped hazelnuts, almonds, wal-

1) Place 1 sheet of the puff pastry on a work surface and roll out any creases. Cut the pastry into fourths. Place the four pieces on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

2) Place the second sheet of pastry on the work surface. Cut the pastry into eight strips lengthwise and then cut in half horizontally to make 16 strips. 3) Brush the edges of each of the 4 squares with the egg wash and then place a strip of pastry on each edge to make a border.

Sweet apple flavor in every bite

Orange-Glazed Apple Tarts

This recipe for “OrangeGlazed Apple Tarts” from “Small Sweet Treats” (Gibbs Smith) by Zac Williams is a fall treat that blends apples (or pears) with the bright flavors of orange and cinnamon.

Serves 4

nuts, pecans, or pine nuts

1⁄4 cup sugar

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1⁄2 cup orange marmalade

2 tablespoons dark rum (optional)

Vanilla or seasonal ice cream, or whipped cream

Brush the edges again with egg wash, and score the edges every 1⁄2 inch to decorate the border.

4) Thinly slice the apples or pears. Place the fruit slices on the pastry, within the border, in a decorative pattern. Sprinkle lightly with nuts, sugar and cinnamon.

4) Bake the tarts on the middle rack of a preheated 425° F oven for 15 minutes, and then reduce heat to 375° F for an additional 10 minutes. The fruit should be cooked and the pastry

golden brown and puffed. Remove from oven.

5) While pastry is baking, heat the marmalade and rum in a small saucepan just until the marmalade has melted. As soon as the

pastries are removed from the oven, brush the tops with the warmed marmalade to form a glaze. Cool to room temperature and serve with ice cream or whipped cream.

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Thunder Diez 11s win defensive battle over Floral Park

The Thunder Diez 11s continued the strong start to their final season, shutting out the Floral Park Titans 6-0 on Sunday, September 13th at Community Park. The game was played under perfect late-summer football conditions, and this was the first ever matchup between the Thunder 11s and the Titans.

Both teams locked into a defensive struggle throughout the first half, and neither could find the end zone before halftime. The Thunder defense line, anchored by William Burke, Peter Valentic, and Richie Corrao, stymied the Titans' running game, while linebacker Keegan Fitzpatrick delivered a series of big hits that energized the team.

After the break, the Thunder’s offense came alive. Quarterback Nicholas Diez showcased his arm strength, connecting on several long passes with Owen Moylan. That aerial attack set up the only touchdown of the game, as Grayson Pepicelli powered his way into the end zone early in the fourth quarter, giving the Thunder a narrow but decisive lead.

The closing minutes provided the game's most dramatic moment. With the Titans threatening to score, James Virzera broke through the Titans' offensive line,

stripped the ball from the running back, and Nicholas Diez pounced on the loose ball, sealing the victory for the Thunder.

Tight ends Jackson Gallogly and Matthew Dean stood out for fighting off a fierce Titans pass rush, and the offensive line—comprised of Robbie Sampson, Eric Melendez, Ben Mackiewicz, Michael Ferrari, Sean Schoppner, and Nicholas Manginello—kept the pocket clean all day, giving their quarterback time to make the crucial throws.

On defense, Alex Manna and Christian Diez Jr. played key roles at cornerback, preventing multiple long outside runs. Safeties Dylan Conway, Powers Dell’olio, Luca Calma, and Daniel Makaryus contributed on both the run and pass defense, as the Thunder’s stout defensive remained impenetrable throughout.

James Virzera was named player of the game and received the Thunder Hammer for his game-clinching strip.

Now 2-0 on the season, the Thunder are poised for another big game as they prepare to take on the Lynbrook Titans next Sunday at Greis Park, with kickoff set for 12 p.m. Go Thunder!

A thrilling finish - James Virzera (36) strips the ball from the FP running back and Nicholas Diez (12) jumps on the ball to seal the win for the Thunder Diez 11s.

Owen Moylan (10) catches a perfectly thrown pass from QB Nicholas Diez (12) for a huge first down.

The Diez 11s offensive line holds strong as QB Nicholas Diez (12) throws a perfect pass to Owen Moylan (10) for a large gain.

Thunder Diez 11s team and coaches after the 6-0 shutout vs Floral Park. Player of the Game - James Virzera (36).

The Thunder Diez defense celebrates the play that sealed their win!

With perfectly executed assistance by his lead blockers, Grayson Pepicelli (28) punches through the goal line for the first and only touchdown of the game.

Thunder Diez 11s win 6-0.

F riday, September 19, 2025

Adult Pickleball, Basketball, Soccer and Volleyball at St. Paul’s

Adult Pickleball (Tuesday–Friday 9a-1p), Adult Basketball (Mondays and Wednesdays 7:30–10 p.m.), Adult Soccer and Adult Volleyball (Thursdays 7:30–10pm) will begin their regular schedule on October 14.  There will be a new way to get your 5 or 10 day passes and pay before you come for the open play.  Please sign up on Community Pass, using the three simple steps below, and you can get your passes from the comfort of your own home or on any mobile device with internet!

How to Create a CommunityPass Account!

Three simple steps to create a CommunityPass account:

• Create an account through this link:  https://register.capturepoint.com/ GCRecandParks

• Verify your residency with 2 proofs of residency (ID and utility bill) by email (gcrec@gardencityny.net) or stop by the Cottages (108 Rockaway Avenue)

• Log in to your new account and hit the “Click Here To Register” button to find the type of Membership or Class you want to sign up for.

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The Garden City Pool Sponsor

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.

Upcoming Programs

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!

Girl's Volleyball Clinic - Sessions

starting Monday's 9/22-11/3 & 11/1712/22 from 6p – 7p at St. Paul's Fieldhouse!  Run by Pioneer!

One-Off Multi-Sport Camp Days for September 23 and 24 from 9–12 p.m. at the St. Paul’s.  Run by Pioneer!

Pastel Workshop with Arleen Rueth Urban PSA

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.

Yoga Class

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!

Garden City Recreation and Parks 2025–26 Dance Conservatory Schedule

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

Tennis

Ultimate Workout

Registration for the 2025 fall session of the Ultimate Workout begins on Tuesday, September 2.

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Tennis Ultimate Workout:  12 sessions – 1. 5-hour classes ** FEE: $350. (A fun way to drill for an experienced tennis player!)

Adult Tennis Lessons - Fall 2025

Registration for the fall session of our Adult Tennis Lesson program begins on Tuesday, September 2.

Our ten-week sessions will begin the week of October 6.

You must be a resident of the Inc. Village of Garden City to register. Program Fee: $295 per course  (10 sessions)

Women’s Tennis League

at Community Park

Has openings for players in the below league:

• Monday: 2.0 – 3.0 Level

Coached Play DOUBLES 11:30 a.m.  –1 p.m.

(Instruction and doubles play)

• Wednesday: Learn and PlayBeginners and Advanced Beginners  –11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Begins week of Monday, October 6, and plays through April (off on school holidays)

FEE:  $550. Per person for the season   For more information, contact: Steve Espey at the Recreation Office, 516-465-4075

Tennis Center will be Closed for Court Maintenance Soon! We will be closed for 1 week for court maintenance in the near future. We are waiting for confirmation from the court resurfacing company as to the exact date. Please call the Community Park tennis center at 516-483-2525 for updates

Youth Tennis Lesson Registration

Begins on Monday, September 15

Please make sure you have set up your account with our new Community Pass software.

Go to gardencityrecreation.org and scroll down to  How to Create a CommunityPass Account for instructions. If you joined the Pool this past summer you have an account. If you need help setting up your account, please call the Recreation Office 516-465-4075

TGA Golf Program

TGA at Nassau Haven for a golf clinic, all equipment provided for, and is designed for all abilities and with a five level progression. September 4 through October 23, for ages 5–15!

First win of year for Vipers 8U baseball team

Cooper Quinnones, John Gomoka, Charlie Metzger, Tristan Bilello, Stephan Davi and Nick Mackiewicz celebrate by spraying Coach Weber with water.

On a gorgeous September Sunday, the Garden City Vipers 8U baseball team started the fall season. The team had been snake bitten all year with a lot of close games but just couldn’t get that elusive first win, until Sunday. Playing at home, the Vipers outlasted the team from Rosyln to capture its first victory of the year.

Rosyln jumped out to an early 3-0 lead in the top of the first on a walk and a pair of stolen bases of home. The Vipers bounced right back with four of their own in the bottom of the first. Stephan Davi and Charlie Metzger

each stole home while John Gomoka and Copper Quinnones each singled in Callum Weber and Gomoka to make it 4-3. Callum Weber shut down the Rosyln offense in the top of the second with three strikeouts, finishing with six on the day. The Vipers would pile it on in the second walks by Matthew Marchese, Tristan Bilello and Gomoka would stretch the lead to 7-3, Marchese would then steal home and Quinones would record his second RBI single to expend the lead to 9-3. Roslyn wouldn’t go away, putting up 5 of their own runs in the top of the third to close the

gap to 9-8. In the bottom of the third a single by Metzger and a groundout by Weber extended the lead to 11-8, Marchese, Bilello and Nick Machiewicz would each steal home to open up a 14-8 lead. Charlie Metzger, who would come in for Tristan Bilello, would close it out in the fourth with three strikeouts and a 14-9 victory. Every player was on base at least once, accumulating 5 hits, 12 walks and recording a staggering 27 stolen bases.

The boys were beyond excited to get their first victory of the year, even it it meant celebrating without several of

their players would couldn’t make it, including Oliver Zelaya, Tommy Vitez, Jonathan Sagistano, Joseph Banks, and Christan Trapani but Sebastian Walsh filled in nicely at second base and the outfield. The learning curve for these boys can be pretty steep, and along the way there are many bumps in the road, but the boys have been putting in the work every week to get better and it has finally paid off. The first place Vipers will go for their second win of the season next Saturday in Plainview.

Charlie Metzger pitches for the Viper.

Callum Weber delivers for the Garden City Viper.

Shortstop Stephan Davi

Thunder Walker 9s defeat Long Beach in thrilling home opener

Nothing like football in 80 degree weather, especially since the Thunder Walker 9s secured that W at home - 12-6 vs Long Beach!

The highly anticipated Sunday morning showdown between last year's champions, the Long Beach Bulldogs, and the Garden City Thunder - Walker 9s certainly lived up to expectations. It was a battle until the final minutes, with the Thunder walking away with a key week 2 win.

Starting the game with the ball, the Bulldogs drove down the field and struck first, scoring a touchdown on their first possession. The Thunder managed to stop the extra point conversion to hold the Bulldogs at 6 points.

The Thunder immediately answered back. Quarterback Declan Walker (9) led the offense down the field with a massive 10-play drive featuring rushing from Branson Pepicelli (7), Graham Baebler (24), Anthony Canner (30) and James Immordino (2). A rushing touchdown from Pepicelli capped off the drive and tied the game at 6 - 6.

When the Bulldogs got the ball back,

captains Anthony Canner

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A stiff-arm did not stop Alexander Virzera (17) from getting back up and making the tackle on the Long Beach running back.

QB Declan Walker (9) passes the ball to Branson Pepicelli (7) while the offense gets ready to block for a big run.

Graham Baebler (24) runs the ball up the field with nice blocking from Anthony Canner (30).

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(30), Declan Montegari (33), Jack Miller (3),

Hannan (87)

out for the coin toss to kick off the highly anticipated match-up vs

Beach.

Daniel Eng (16) starts the tackle on the Long Beach running back with James Immordino (2) and Harris Delaney (20) ready to back him up.

Thunder Walker 9s defeat Long Beach in home opener

the Thunder defense was on point, stopping them in their tracks to close out the first half.

The third quarter was a stalemate. The Bulldogs and Thunder both only had one offensive possession and stopped each other respectively.

When the Thunder got the ball back in the fourth quarter, they marched down the field with a long-sustained drive that included rushing from Anthony Canner (30) and Branson Pepicelli (7), a critical fourth down QB sneak from

Declan Walker (9) and ultimately a second rushing touchdown by Branson Pepicelli (7). The game wasn't over yethuge tackles all around for the defense on the Bulldogs' final possession of the game secured the win for the Thunder.

Final Score: Thunder 12, Bulldogs 6.

Next up: the Garden City Thunder Walker 9s host the Farmingdale Hawks at Community Park, Sunday September 21st at 9:30 AM. Go Thunder!!

Environmental Tip of the Week

Drought Watch in New York State

Most counties in New York State are now under a drought watch. Counties colored yellow on this map are under a drought watch.

The four drought stages are watch, warning, emergency and disaster.

A Drought Watch is intended to give advanced notice of a developing drought. The public is encouraged to conserve water. No mandatory restrictions are in place.

A Drought Warning is a notice of impending and imminent severe drought conditions. It includes enhanced public outreach and increased voluntary water conservation measures.

Under a Drought Disaster declaration, mandatory local or county water restrictions may be imposed.

Under a Drought Emergency declaration, disaster plans may be implemented and water use may be further restricted. Emergency legislation might be enacted and federal disaster assistance requested.

To protect water resources, homeowners in regions under drought watch are encouraged to voluntarily

reduce water use and follow these tips:

Water lawns only when necessary, choose watering methods that avoid waste, and water in the early morning to reduce evaporation and maximize soil hydration.

Reuse water collected in rain barrels, dehumidifiers, or air conditioners to water plants.

Raise lawn mower cutting heights. Longer grass is healthier with stronger roots and needs less water.

Use a broom, not a hose, to clean driveways and sidewalks.

Fix leaking pipes, hoses, and faucets.

Wash only full loads of dishes and laundry.

Take shorter showers or fill the bathtub partly.

Install water saving plumbing fixtures.

Don’t run the tap to make water hot or cold.

Wash cars less frequently.

Information in this tip was provided by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.

GC Aces attend St. John’s v. BC Match

The GU11 Garden City Aces spent a beautiful Sunday at Belson Stadium watching the St. John's women''s soccer team take on the Boston College Eagles. To prepare for an afternoon of cheering, the team bonded over a pregame meal at Garden City’s Grimaldi’s. Prior to kick-off, the Aces were invited on field to take part in the team introductions and then later the Aces took to

the pitch to play a quick match during halftime. The Aces were treated to an evenly-matched contest of high-level soccer, which ended in a 0-0 draw. In between cheers, plenty of snacks and hanging with Johnny the mascot, the girls picked up some soccer moves and got a glimpse at what it takes to play at the next level.

The Aces and Johnny!

Garden City Aces!

Boys Soccer has very successful Week 2

The Boys Varsity Soccer team had a very busy, and very successful week with three games in five days!  They started with a league match against Sewanhaka High School last Thursday, followed by a non-league match against New Jersey powerhouse St. Peters Prep on Saturday and finally a rematch of last years Nassau County championship against Glen Cove High School on Monday.

On September 11, the boys visited Sewanhaka High School to take on the Ravens, and before the game began both teams observed a minute of silence to pay their respects to all the victims of the 911 terrorist acts.  The Trojans came out hot with two quick goals from seniors Jack Costa and Ollie Williams with great assists from senior Jacob Cooper and junior Colin Gibbons. As the boys continued to dominate possession in the first half, they added two more goals – Ollie Williams with his second of the game with another assist from Jacob Cooper, and junior Henry Koester with an assist from senior Liam Mulrooney.  Going into the second half with a 4-0 lead, Coach

Cutter took the opportunity to rest his starters and bring in more of the juniors and sophomores who made the most of their time on the pitch.  Henry Koester scored his second goal of the game racing down the right side chasing a great through-ball from Liam Mulrooney and junior Gianluca Damiano score the final goal with a welltimed pass from Senior George Curth.  The Trojans defense locked down and did not given the Ravens much of a chance to score, bringing home the final score of 6-0.

Next up was a Saturday night thriller on September 13 under the lights in Jersey City against New Jersey’s number 4 ranked St. Peter’s Prep Marauders.  The atmosphere was electric and felt like a playoff game as these two powerhouses squared off in front of crowded stands as the Garden City fans made the long trip and St Peter’s fans were well represented.  It was clear from the beginning that the fans were in for a great match as both sides quickly challenged each other and no player was going to hold the ball for long without an opposing player making a run for them.  In the

opening minutes the Trojans settled into their familiar approach of patient ball control and probing the Mauraders defense for weakness.  After ten minutes the Trojans secured their first corner kick which sailed in front of the goal and was headed just wide.  A few minutes later, and a stolen pass, sophomore Cole Watson drilled a twenty yard shot just above the crossbar – the Trojans were here to play!  Senior defensemen Charlie Koester and Thomas Fargione stymied any Maruader offensive challenges and senior goalkeeper Michael Karcher easily disposed of any long balls sent his way.  After thirty minutes of play and continued probing by Garden City, senior Dylan Fisher sent a leading pass to senior Jack Schorr who made a beautiful cross from deep in the left corner across the goal where senior Ollie Williams buried the ball in the net with his left foot. At the end

of the first half, Trojans up 1-0. The second half picked up right where the first had left off, with back-and-forth challenges and a lot of physical play.  Five minutes in, the Mauraders had their first real threat with a long high shot that junior Goalkeeper Jack Armstrong tipped off the crossbar and back into his hands.  As the second half continued, the Trojans kept looking for opportunities and St. Peter’s ramped up their physical play and demonstrated why they are ranked 4th in the state by applying much more pressure against the Trojans.  Despite that pressure, the Trojans never lost composure and continued to put St. Peters on the defense with runs down the side as well looping shots into the box.  In the final minutes of the game the Marauders were clearly feeling the clock running out on them and were throwing everything they had at the

Senior Jack Shorr driving down the field.

Photo by Ed Rotondo

Junior Collin Gibbons drives up the field versus Sewanhaka.

Senior Dylan Fisher heading the ball into the goal against Glen Cove.

Photo by Ed Rotondo

Senior George Curth lining up a cross against Glen Cove. Photo by Ed Rotondo

Senior Sebastian Toro sends in a corner kick.

Photo by Ed Rotondo

Senior Ollie Williams heads the ball over the Glen Cove keeper.

Photo by Ed Rotondo

Boys Soccer has very successful Week 2

Trojans, including a scary moment where it looked like St. Peter’s was going to have a clear shot on goal when Dylan Fisher came charging from nowhere and executed a perfect slide tackle on the ball.  Despite the St. Peter’s team looking for a foul, the referees upheld the play as clean.  With one final free kick, the Marauders tried to even it up, only for the final whistle to blow shortly afterward and the Trojans came away with the 1-0 victory.

The final game of the week was an away game at Glen Cove High School against the

Big Red on Monday, September 15.  This was a rematch of last year’s Nassau County Championship that saw the Trojans win 2-0.  The boys started strong applying pressure down the sides and testing the defense in the box which resulted in some early corner kicks.  The Trojans then took advantage with Dylan Fisher heading a corner kick from senior Jack Klein into the back of the goal to start off the scoring.  The boys not being satisfied, kept up the pressure and earned several more corner kicks including one where Jack Shorr hammered

the ball off the back of one of the Gig Red’s defenders and into the goal – Trojans up 2-0.

While Graden City dominated possession in the first half, Glen Cove showed why they are a team to be careful with when they scored two quick goals at the end of the first half and tied the game going into the second half.  The Trojans regrouped during halftime and came out in the second half ready to get back to their game plan.

After several chances for the Trojans, Ollie Williams chased down a high bouncing pass from Charlie Koester, getting his head

higher than the outstretched hands of the Glen Cove goalkeeper and then putting the ball into the empty net.  A short time later, Jack Shorr set up Jack Costa to make the score 4-2 which is where it ended.

The boys are now 5-0 on the season and with the win over St. Peters have now moved up to #4 ranking in the United Soccer Coaches National Poll.  Next up are away games at Hewlett on Friday and Mepham on Sunday.  Keep up the great work, Trojans!

Scouting America Troop 322 ready for new year

Scouts enjoy hot chocolate in the shade of a dining fly they set up..

Scouting America Troop 322 is ready for an exciting year of new outdoor adventures. The preparations began last spring when the Scouts engaged in a successful fundraising campaign selling hanging flower baskets for Mother’s Day. Thanks to the generosity of the Garden City community, the troop had funds to purchase new camp stoves, cooking equipment and tarps to use as dining canopies. The Scouts tested the equipment at their first meeting of the

scouting year on September 7. The girls set up dining flies in case of a downpour, raced to see which new stove could make hot chocolate fastest and tested out different pans for pancakes.

Now that the Scouts are experienced with the new gear, the fall program can begin. Troop 322 is heading to the Poconos for whitewater rafting on the Lehigh River the weekend of September 26–28. Just a week later, the Scouts will bike a section of

the Empire State Trail. Both activities will help the Scouts refine their outdoor skills, earn credit towards the camping merit badge and rank advancement and have a great time with friends. November will bring the biggest test of the new equipment as the Scouts cook a full Thanksgiving dinner with all the fixings in the outdoors!

Scouting America Troop 322 is chartered to the Cathedral of the Incarnation and welcomes girls in 6th grade and up.

First Class Scout Martina Cantalupo was named "Master Chef" for her perfect pancake at Troop 322's recent meeting.

The Troop meets on Sunday afternoons at the St. Paul's cottages when they are not away on an adventure. Families interested in learning more about Troop 322 can email GCTroop322@gmail.com.

Senior Michael Karcher corrals a Glen Cove shot.

Photo by Ed Rotondo

Junior Henry Koester scoring against Sewanhaka.

Trojans keep Marines at bay - on the bay

Garden City v Long Beach (31-16)

The pressure to win. Trojan football accepts this challenge with composure. When the 2025 season opener at Long Beach began with the Trojans scoreless on their first possession and the Marines scoring on their second play, the Trojan mindset was undaunted.

Merit Ruckh (#23) answered the call

with a 73-yard catch on a screen pass across the middle and up the left to tie the score. Kicker, Chris Desiderio (#18), was consistent with the extra point.

The offense invaded Marine territory with a succession of completed passes from Brayden Robertiello (#17) to Anthony Asaro (#14). The ¨hardest worker¨ award goes to Chris Desiderio

Trojan offensive line clears the way for QB Brayden Robertiello

who caught a touchdown pass, then kicked the extra point. Football is a game of inches, and the next touchdown was scored from the 1-yard line by Angelo Cupani (#44). The last touchdown was a 59-yard run on a QB keeper by Robertiello!

The entire defense held the Marines at attention and limited them to a hand-

ful of first downs. Notable defense plays are the many sack sandwiches dished out by Jake Brown (#55), Andrew Dengler (#43) and Luke Agrippina (#75). Owen Andersen (#20), who denied the Marines a 2-point conversion and also had an interception. James Sullivan (#73) kept a steady pressure on the quarterback forcing incomplete passes.

Captains Zach Olsen (77) and Owen Andersen (20) lock in. Christopher Desiderio nails the extra point.

Jake Brown (55) and James Sullivan (73) shut down a Marine drive.

Merit Ruckh breaks free for a 73-yard touchdown.

The 2025 Trojans take the field, led by captains Zach Olsen (77), Justin Baiker (11), Merit Ruckh (23), Owen Andersen (20), and Jake Brown (55).

(17).

Anthony Asaro fights his way to a first down.

Andrew Dangler (43) and Kosta Walsh (26) team up for the tackle.

Summer CYO Basketball Champions Soccer Players of the Week

After an exciting first season of travel basketball, the rising fourth grade boys team continued their hard work throughout the summer, culminating in a 4th Grade CYO Summer League Championship. Congratulations to the boys on their end-ofseason awards:

Christian Fodera- Best Defender, Danny Eng- Trash Collector (Best Rebounder), Graham Baebler- Mr. Reliable, Ryan Riordan- Best Dribbler, Jack Ketcher- Most Athletic, Jayden McMahon- Best Shooter, Sullivan Flannery- Toughness Award, Theo Liu- Most Improved, Timmy Berroya- Mr. Versatile, Jack Balkema- Most Valuable Player

Trojans keep Marines at bay - on the bay

Long Beach was forced to play to the outside because Zach Olson (#77) shut down the possibility of going up the middle.

The season opener took place the weekend after 9/11. In tribute to  the memory of former Garden City player Paul Eckna, who was among the victims of that tragic day, his number, 77, is awarded each year to the senior defensive player who best embodies Eckna’s team spirit and character. This season, that honor is carried by team captain Zach Olson.

Spirit Week kicked off Monday with a weeklong celebration of Trojan pride leading up to Homecoming. The football team extends a special thank you to Leo’s for providing the meal for their film night. Homecoming festivities begin Saturday, September 20, with the parade stepping off at 1:00 p.m. from 7th Street and concluding at GCHS, followed by kickoff at 3:00 p.m. as the Trojans face the Baldwin Bruins. Wear your maroon and gray and come support the Trojan Nation.  Let’s go GC!

Pre K Girls

Pink Ladybugs

Cami Flecker

Ava Galeotafiore

Purple Shooters

Grace Ienna

Fay Cox

Team Peters

Whole Team

Teal Turbo Tots

Whole Team

Kindergarten Girls

Team 1 - Green Grapes

Maddie Murphy

Katherine Ryder

Julia Schiliro

Team 2 - Pink

Cheetahs

Elle Gallagher

Olivia Gnatowski

Grace McAleavey

Team 3 - Purple Hippos

Brielle Shackel

Grace Lentini

Team 4

The Whole Team

Team 5

Mia Fries

Team 6

Kathleen Ienna

Lucy Raphael

Reagan Pellish

Kindergarten boys

Team 1

Ryan Balkema

Henry Hage

Team 2

Landon Kearns

Noah Peng

Team 3

Henry Davis

Luke Diez

Zachary Zelaya

Seamus Connolly

Team 4

Logan Fraser

Liam Tempesti

Team 5

Henry Scheuer

Wyatt Bingold

Team 6

Darren Barry

Miles Ramirez-Amin

Team 7

Sullivan Reilly

Daniel Berroya

Team 8

Stanley Wall

Connor O’Brien

1st Grade Girls

Team 1 - Starlettes

Matilda Fonseca

Ilaria McCrossen

Team 2 - Lavender

Labubus

Olivia Gomoka

Layton Lefler

Team 3 - Blue Cotton

Candies

Siena Gold

Olivia Santopadre

Team 4 - Maroon

Magic

Drew Robinson

Sophia Surguladze

Team 5 - Pink

Flamingos

Angelica Russo

Maddie Sartini

Team 6 - Red Hearts

Renny Leach

Madeleine O’Malley

Team 7 - Purple

Parrots

Shea Carroll

Collins Quigley

Team 8 - Pink

Panthers

Emily Hughes

Claire Palmer

1st Grade Boys

Team 2

Lucas Bacon

James Peters

Green Snakes:

Kevin Reynold

Matthew Loggie

Team 7:

James Affronti

Theo Franzella

Team 6:

Mason Alvarez

Nolan Ryan

Team 8:

Nate Mittenauer

Nico Ragonese

Team: 4

Matthew Hook

Noah Yehia

Team 5:

Mason Flynn

Connor Storm

Team 3

Marco Riolo

Ethan Jay

2nd & 3rd Grade Boys

Team #1 – Tornados

Sebastian Buhrke

Alex Trasolini

Team #2

Austin Charchalis

Vincent Kennedy

Team #3

Carter Ng

Finn Williams

Team #4

Vincent Ferraro

Max Thadhani

Team #5

Marcus Alvarez

Grayson Caccavale

Team #6

Oliver Zelayas

Henry Chamberlain

Team #7

Marco Lara

Tyler Masterson

Team #8

Wharton Wei

Ayann Rajesh

Girls Swim team kicks off season against Plainview JFK

The Garden City High School Girls Varsity Swim & Diving team recently began their season with a win against Plainview-Old Bethpage JFK High School with a final score of 52 - 42.

There were strong performances from all of the swimmers with many highlights including a match sealing 1st place finish in the 4X100 Freestyle relay by Brigid Ryan, Abby Meyer,

Maddie Gebhard and Charlotte Kohner.

The Garden City Girls Varsity Swim & Dive team is known for its dedication, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Swimmers train hard and consistently, embodying the spirit of the team. Fans can look forward to an exciting season as the girls strive for excellence in the pool.

ESA sponsors mini golf meetup

Enriching Special Adults, a Garden City nonprofit organization supporting special adults, is sponsoring a meetup at the Garden City Mini Golf Course, Friday, September 19, from 5:156:45 p.m. We look forward to seeing old friends and making new friends. ESA will provide admission and pizza.

Please respond to enrichingspecialadults@gmail.com as soon as possible to join us for this fun afternoon. Spots are limited so be sure to plan on joining us.

(This is not a drop-off event, so a responsible adult will need to stay for the duration.)

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The team had a 52-42 win against Plainview-Old Bethpage JFK High School.

The Garden City High School Girls Varsity Swim & Diving team

The Swim and Dive team is off to the races.

Girls Varsity Soccer pushes record to 3-0-2

Friday, September 12, 2025

Garden City v. Port Washington

The Girls Varsity Soccer team continued its winning ways last Friday with a 2-0 victory over Port Washington at Garden City High School.

The beginning of the game played out like two boxers feeling each other out, each trading jabs and looking to punch through one another’s defense with probing passes. While neither team demonstrated dominant possession, the first 15 minutes favored Port Washington as the Lady Trojans struggled to string together passes. This unsettled play came only after GC struck first with just 2 minutes elapsed in the game. Junior Sienna Castellano sent a beautiful pass through to Junior Anna Olcott, who knocked it into the back of the net. Unfortunately, the goal was nullified due to an offsides call. This would be the first of two Garden City goals called back for the same infraction.

Coaches Scott McCauley and Tori Flaherty continued their trend of subbing early and often, as 23 players played in the match. Senior Liana Kelly and Sophomore Sophia Pica are currently rehabilitating from injuries, but every other field player saw action. Garden City started to take control of the first half but was unable to convert any goals as the two teams went into halftime knotted at 0-0.

Recharged and refocused, the GC’s girls came storming out to start the

second half. Less than a minute in, a beautiful string of passes starting from the left back position saw the ball go from senior Ciara Hegarty to junior Madsie Patrikakos to senior Katie Horn to Anna Olcott on the right side of the field. Olcott then played a gorgeous through ball up field to streaking Hofstra bound captain Brianna Ciccone. Ciccone gathered the pass and laced a perfect pass across the box to a waiting LeeLee Gaffney, who knocked the ball into the goal for a 1-0 lead. Soccer at its finest on full display.

The remainder of the second half saw Garden City turn up the heat on Port. Numerous opportunities arose from clever passing and aggressive shooting on the opposing keeper, who showed steady hands in making multiple saves. Once again, the midfield play was owned by Garden City, lead by Ciccone, Junior Syndney Rhein, Castellano, and Junior Lia Costa. Costa, who displayed poise and strong play from her defensive midfield position, set up one of GC’s best scoring opportunities in the first half with one of her trademark throw-ins. Costa is a weapon with her throws, which cause instant offensive opportunities with their frozen rope trajectory into the opposing box. This unique skill of Costa’s will no doubt pay off for Garden City in a big spot, it’s that good.

Coming off Garden City’s bench to display strong play were senior Kiera Ruoff, juniors Kelsey Kern, Ameila Scianablo, Isabella DeNoto, and Ali

Bennett; sophomores Madison Mejia, Zoey Wood and Courtney McLelland; and freshmen Lyla Hessler, Emily Bennett, Audrey Donohue and Stella Trillhaaase . With 10:23 to go in the game, LeeLee Gaffney took control of the ball on the left sideline and put her defender on ice skates, as she spun her around with a lightening quick touch and blew past her. Gaffney sped past a second defender and went in on the goalie one-on-one, craftily playing the ball to the far side of the goal, where it careened off the right post and into the net for a 2-0 lead. Once again, Garden City’s stellar back line play lead by Nora Donohue, Madsie Patrikakos, Katie Horn, Ciara Hegarty, Ali Bennett and Amelia Scianablo frustrated Port’s forwards all afternoon. A rock-solid performance in goal from Captain Marissa Patrissi was highlighted by a diving air-born save to her left with 6:56 remaining. With an all around team effort, GC held on to secure the 2-0 victory.

Monday, September 15, 2025 Garden City v. South Side

On Monday afternoon, the girls took on their perennial rival South Side on their home turf. After surrendering the first goal of the game 6 minutes in, Garden City once again took control and dominated possession for the remainer of the first half. Despite the lopsided ball control, GC was unable to convert any of its numerous opportunities as South Side seemed content to pack the box

on defense. South Side flipped the script for the first 20 minutes of the second half, and the ball seemed to be in Garden City’s defensive end for much of the time. However, with 13 minutes to go in the game, junior Madsie Patrikakos gathered the ball from her back line position. She demonstrated sheer determination and superb footwork as she burst up field, brushed off her defender, and sent a perfect through ball to a sprinting LeeLee Gaffney. Gaffney put on her signature move and deked her defender out of her cleats, finishing with a strong shot to the opposite side of the goal to tie the game at one apiece. The last five minutes of the game saw a furious onslaught by the Lady Trojans as South Side was on its heels. With only 14 seconds remaining in the game, junior Lia Costa pulled out her trump card and spun a bullet of a throw into the box, which Senior Captain Brianna Ciccone onetimed just over the crossbar. Garden City 1, South Side 1. Anyone who has witnessed this great soccer rivalry through the years certainly wasn’t surprised at the outcome. These two teams will surely meet again with even more on the line.

Special mention must be made of senior captains Brianna Ciccone, Marissa Patrissi and LeeLee Gaffney, all of whom were named as one of the top 100 players on Long Island. Additionally, Ciccone was named one of the Top 10 Game Changers. Congratulations to each of them on this impressive recognition!

#23 Senior Captain LeeLee Gaffney

#00 Senior Captain Marissa Patrisi

#10 Senior Captain Brianna Ciccone

Varsity Field Hockey Clinic starts strong

Who's more excited? Players Aubrey Dossena, Finlay Newell and Olivia Smolanick or these happy kindergartners?

Roughly 100 young athletes hit the GCHS turf to learn to play field hockey. The Garden City Varsity Field team sponsors this annual clinic. Players teach the young girls the game they love, share some laughs and have a ton of fun. Anyone still interested can join the clinic. The clinic is held at

GCHS on Sunday afternoons from 3:305pm and open to players in grades K-8. Remaining dates are 9/21, 9/28, 10/5 and 10/19. Players need a stick, goggles, mouthpiece, shin guards and a water bottle. Bring a check for $60 made payable to Garden City Field Hockey.

Eager third graders are ready to learn from Maddie Atteritano.

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Players Michaela Cuccia and Emily Racich help teach these young players.

Gia Oliveri, Elizabeth Episcopia, Maura Coyle, Mae Connors, Vivienne Hample, Lyla Apostolides

Garden City Basketball Winter Clinic

SUBMITTED BY GARDEN CITY BASKETBALL

It is time to register for the Garden City Basketball winter clinic!

Our Boys and Girls Garden City Basketball preK-K–1–2 Clinic will be held on Sundays from 12:30 p.m. –x2:15 p.m. at the St Paul’s Fieldhouse.

Our season will begin on Sunday, December 7th and run through Sunday March 1, 2026.

We have off dates for the three day weekends of Christmas, New Years,

Martin Luther King and Presidents holidays.

Registration is $175 with NO LATE FEES.

Our nationally recognized clinic for Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grade boys & girls uses 8ft baskets and stations of different foundational skills & drills. Professionals recommend staying at a lower basket as not to create poor shooting mechanics in younger players. Please use the “clinic link” on our website for background on the skills/

Thunder Linchitz 8s kick off season in a tough loss

The Linchitz 8s get their season underway!

The kids are back in school, the air is getting chilly, that can mean only one thing, fall, oh and football season!! The Thunder Linchitz 8’s began their season with perennial powerhouse, the Massapequa Mustangs. Despite the loss, It was a good test to see where the kids are in their development and gives the coaches some things to work on. The boys will be back on the field Sunday in Rockville Centre.

Ryan Boyle (11) break through while Walker Schrubbe

format/structure of the clinic.

Please note that this is a clinic and teams are not formed and participants are not called.

We believe that Garden City Basketball has the vision, volunteers and dedicated coaches, and sets the highest standard for youth basketball in the village of Garden City.

Our greater mission is to provide

a wonderful experience for all of our participants so that a lifelong love of the game of basketball will be nurtured and grow.

Sign-up ONLINE TODAY at www. garden city basketball.org

If there are any questions about our program, please contact Sean Skramko at gardencitybasketball11530@gmail. com or 516-746-9659.

Register now for Garden City Basketball’s Winter Clinic.

Quarterback

(16), Joseph Banks (12) and Nick Mackiewicz (8) hold back the Massapequa defense.

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