The Garden City News (12/5/25) by Litmor Publishing

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7,000 runners participated in the 48th annual Garden City Turkey on a beautiful Thanksgiving morning! See pages 48-49.

Co-publisher Edward Norris dies

Garden City News co-publisher Edward O. Norris passed away suddenly on November 27th at home. He was 62.

Ed grew up in Garden City, and was the son of Nancy Andersen and Ian Norris. He was a member of Garden City High School’s class of 1981 and attended Hiram College in Ohio and Nassau Community College. Following several jobs in operations management,

he came to work at Litmor Publishing Corp., publishers of the Garden City News in 1987, along with his future

wife, Meg Morgan Norris, whom he married in 1990.

Following the deaths of Garden City News publishers Bob and Mary Morgan in 1994, Ed and Meg became co-publishers of the paper until 2010, when he retired early due to Parkinson’s Disease.

In spite of his illness, Ed lived his life fully, learning to hang glide and sail catamarans on the Great South

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Village eyes tougher zoning for subdivisions

BY RIKKI MASSAND

The Garden City Village Board of Trustees will continue its work on zoning code updates related to residential subdivisions through the holidays and into 2026 — a topic that recently ignited concern among several Western section residents. Their frustrations stemmed from a home on New Hyde Park Road that was sold and subdivided into two Princeton Street properties, which they say do not match the character of the surrounding neighborhood.

At the Board’s November 20 meeting, Mayor Ed Finneran discussed the six-month moratorium on housing subdivisions and related applications, which is set to expire in February. The Board originally enacted the moratorium on August 14, adopting a local law temporarily halting the filing, approval, and issuance of building permits for residential subdivisions.

Before Building Superintendent Giuseppe “Joe” Giovanniello briefed the Board,

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Rec Supt. reports progress

on turf field, Cluett Hall

BY RIKKI MASSAND

At the Board of Trustees’ November 20 meeting, Matt Nordt — the newly hired superintendent of the Garden City Recreation and Parks Department — reported that construction of the new turf field at St. Paul’s is underway and progressing smoothly.

“The contractor is noting that they are on schedule for its com-

pletion by the end of the year. As long as the weather cooperates, we should be good on that front,” he said.

Trustee Vinny Muldoon said the turf field, with fencing now installed, is “looking good.” He asked Nordt for an update on excavation and topsoil removal; Nordt said that work began the day before the Board’s meeting.

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Edward O. Norris

A Life Lived Fully

Losing my husband, Ed, on Thanksgiving morning feels like life’s worst attempt at irony.

It was a day meant for gratitude, and yet, even through the shock, that’s what keeps rising to the surface: gratitude for a life shared with a man who absolutely refused to let illness define him, slow him, or steal his spark.

Ed arrived at the Garden City News long before either of us imagined we’d one day be running the place together — or that we’d be building a life together.

When we became co-publishers after my parents’ passing, he brought quiet strength to the newsroom, the community, and to me.

Parkinson’s Disease may have forced him into early retirement, but it never

once convinced him to sit still. After his diagnosis, Ed’s reaction was to learn to hang glide. He chased wind on catamarans, and could lose himself in puzzles and circuitry like they were portals to some grand adventure. He never stopped being curious.

Our sons, Kevin and Garrett, carry that same spark, and I see pieces of him in them every day.

We’ll celebrate him properly in May, by the beach where he spent many summer days sailing on the Great South Bay.

Ed lived fully, fiercely, and on his own terms. What a gift it was to walk beside him.

Meg Morgan Norris

Let’s have a binding vote

To the Editor:

For over thirty years, various proposals have been made as to what to do with the money pit called St. Paul’s. Some of the proposals were excellent and would produce substantial revenue to the village, as well as a place where residents could retire and stay in the village. The preservationists said no to all of the proposals except “save the bricks,” which proposals could cost over $100,000,000., plus the costs of upkeep.

Over the past 2 years, there have been 2 non-binding surveys. The last one was so manipulated, by not including demolition, that it was basically worthless. The BOT even ignores it.

The latest proposal would make the property a park, possibly leaving the clock tower and a small building containing relics of the building. It would be called St. Paul’s Park (the Central Park of Garden City). The idea seems to have taken off.

The BOT has repeatedly said that “ the residents should decide” the fate of St. Paul’s. Yet they have ignored the residents.

Well, it’s time for “the residents to decide.” Let’s have binding vote by the residents. The Village general election is coming up on March 18th when every individual will have a chance to vote. The ballot, not manipulated, should contain all of the proposals, such as demolition, park, etc. If none of the proposals gets a majority vote, there would be runoff in three weeks. Considering the years of debate, the time between now and the general election should be more than sufficient for residents to finalize their opinion.

Let’s have a binding vote on St. Paul’s!

John

Pittoni, Esq.

Nostalgia driven money pit

To the Editor:

The seemingly endless debate concerning the disposition of St. Paul’s

reduces down to two choices. Either renovation, in which we continue maintaining a nostalgia driven money pit that has sucked decades of Garden City’s time and resources with no tangible results and with (despite the assurances to the contrary, of those hoping to profit from expenditures to come) no foreseeable end in sight –or – park development, which has a significantly lower fiscal impact and a real chance of completion in our lifetimes.

With no disrespect to those who favor restoration, I suggest we consign the unreclaimable glories of St. Paul’s to memory and move forward with the latter park plan that is reasonable, achievable and least burdensome to the Village and its residents. In the final analysis, I don’t want my property taxes to go up significantly, with the inherent devaluation of our homes, to pay for a project with no likely benefit to the community in the short or long term.

Steven Pereira

A.T. Stewart Memorial Park

To the Editor:

A.T. Stewart Memorial Park, has a nice ring to it. The issue of what to do with St. Paul’s has been kicked around for more than 30 years, encompassing a series costly studies, reports, and surveys. The latest one shows that the residents are tired and are no longer willing to pick up the costs of any expensive renovations, while providing only limited hours and uses, along with much higher taxes. A PARK, however, could provide for almost unlimited uses for young and old alike at much less initial and future costs. It is about time for a change and to stop spending money on things we neither missed nor needed during these past 30+ years. Write letters, send e-mails, speak up at meetings, and tell those in charge that it is time for a change of course, or a change of leadership, and consider a neighborhood park to be in our future, while finally putting a close to the St. Paul’s saga.

Bob Orosz

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GCPD pursues grants to boost safety, wellness

BY RIKKI MASSAND

At the Board of Trustees’ November 20 meeting, Garden City Police Commissioner Kenneth Jackson presented two grant applications for approval to support ongoing GCPD operations. The trustees first approved the submission of an application to the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) Public Safety Program grant.

The grant had already been submitted and endorsed by the office of State Sen. Siela A. Bynoe. Before the Board passed a resolution memorializing the submission, Commissioner Jackson explained, “This grant will fund software and equipment for an updated 9-1-1 recording system, to further advance the safety infrastructure of the village. The new system would integrate with our new computer-aided dispatch and records management system, improving our ability to document all calls, improve emergency communications, provide transparency, support police investigations and comply with current NYS discovery laws.”

The Board also authorized the GCPD’s application for the two-year, $60,000 “NY CARES UP” grant for New York State Uniformed Personnel Organizations, administered through

the State Office of Mental Health. The program supports individuals working in 911 dispatch, fire services, and law enforcement who are at increased risk because of job-related stress. Funding would allow agencies to implement the goals of the CARES UP initiative.

“If we are approved, the grant would provide up to $30,000 each year to assist the GCPD in implementing wellness measures and training to help our personnel cope with issues associated with the law enforcement profession, which can affect their well-being,”

Commissioner Jackson said. He added that the grant would cover training and administrative costs; funding for attendance at seminars; equipment and travel expenses; and “funding associated with peer support and other wellness initiatives.”

Commissioner Jackson then reported that in October 2025, the GCPD responded to 2,445 events, conducted 39 case investigations and made 21 arrests. The department handled 90 auto accidents and 139 medical calls. “We issued 1,135 traffic tickets and 2,224 parking tickets, along with two appearance tickets. We also impounded eight vehicles,” he said.

Following his report, Trustee Yvonne Varano asked about the cumulative number of tickets issued in 2025 through

ten and a half months. She described the department’s traffic and parking enforcement as “pretty impressive” and proactive.

Commissioner Jackson responded that officers and police aides continue to work diligently to maintain safe streets and ensure proper parking, including in the village’s parking fields. The Board of Trustees has directed the GCPD to remain vigilant on “quality of life” issues.

“We are up over 31,000 tickets issued this year across all parking and traffic violations,” he told the Board. “The officers and police aides are really working hard. Our traffic and parking enforce-

ment achieves a lot — it deters crime and lowers the rate and number of accidents. We are continuing to do what we can to make Garden City safer.”

Trustee Michele Harrington added that it has been encouraging to see increased Parking Enforcement patrols in Village Parking Lot 7S during busy morning hours. “Double-parking has dropped to almost zero, and the frequency of drivers going the wrong direction around the parking lot has also basically stopped. It seems like even on Seventh Street there have been fewer illegal U-turns, and things seem a lot more pleasant,” she said.

Edward O. Norris dies

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Bay. He enjoyed woodworking and building things with his hands, as well as puzzles and electronics.

Ed is also survived by sons Kevin, of Mountain View, CA; and Garrett of Stony Brook; father, Owen, of Land o’ Lakes, Florida; sister Denise of Andes, NY. He was predeceased by his mother, Nancy.

A private service was held on

December 2nd, with a memorial Celebration of Life service planned for May at the beach where Ed enjoyed many beautiful days of sailing.

In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research, or a charity of your choice.

Fairchild Sons Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

Sharon Redmond is a long-time Garden City resident and trusted full-time Licensed Real Estate Salesperson with Howard Hanna Coach Realtors bringing over 20 years of experience to her clients. Known for her professionalism, market expertise, and unwavering commitment to service, Sharon expertly guides buyers and sellers through every step of the real estate journey with clarity and confidence. Sharon has built her highly successful business alongside her partner, Monica Kiely, through hard work, diligence, and a truly client-first approach. Their shared dedication to personal attention and exceptional service has earned them a loyal following of repeat clients and consistent five-star referrals.

A proud Garden City homeowner since 1995, Sharon offers clients invaluable firsthand knowledge of the local schools, businesses, neighborhood amenities, and community resources that make the area such a desirable place to call home. Having relocated multiple times throughout Illinois, New Jersey, and Westchester prior to settling in Garden City, Sharon also brings a unique perspective to the moving process understanding the details, decisions, and emotions involved from personal experience.

Integrity, honesty, and consistent communication define Sharon’s work ethic. Her goal is always simple: to deliver superior, professional, and personalized service while achieving the best possible results for every client. As Sharon shares, “I recognize and deeply value the trust my clients place in me, and I strive to exceed their expectations in every transaction ”

Whether you’re buying your first home, selling a longtime property, or making a strategic move, Sharon’s experience, care, and local expertise ensure you’re in the best possible hands. Connect with Sharon today and experience the difference that true professionalism makes.

Welcome to this inviting 3 bedroom 2 1/2 baths splitlevel home tucked away on a quiet street. Inside you'll find, bright and spacious living areas, an easy-flow layout, and room for both daily living and entertaining. The split-level design provides flexibility, with private bedrooms upstairs and versatile space on the lower level- perfect for a family room, home office, or playroom. Offering both comfort and convenience. It is freshly painted, with updated baths plus new kitchen appliances. Offered for rent $6,100 per month

GC to host annual Christmas Tree lighting

The Village of Garden City, in partnership with the Garden City Chamber of Commerce, invites residents and visitors to gather in the heart of the community for this year's Village Christmas Tree lighting on Sunday, December 7, from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. This cherished annual tradition will once again transform the village green into a festive winter celebration. The event will feature performances by the Broadway Bound Dancers and Garden City High School Vocal Jazz Ensemble, bringing holiday cheer with lively dance numbers and seasonal music. Adding to the magic, families can look forward to a special visit from Santa, who will help kick off the holiday season with his signature good cheer. Guests can warm up with complimentary hot chocolate, gener -

ously provided by the Garden City Fire Department, an ever popular treat during the outdoor festivities. Also enjoy cookies donated by Tatte Bakery.

This year ’ s celebration is also proudly sponsored by Uncle Louie G ’ s Italian Ices and Ice Cream, a great supporter of community events.

In addition to the Christmas tree lighting, the village will also honor the beginning of Hanukkah. The first candle for Hanukkah/The Festival of Lights will be lit on December 14 at sundown.

Residents are encourage to bundle up, bring their families, and enjoy an afternoon of music, lights, and holiday spirit as Garden City officially ushers in the season. For more information, visit www. GardenCityChamber.org

The Christmas tree lighting in 2023.

Rotary to celebrate 100th anniversary at Holiday Dinner

Joanne Meyer-Jendras and co-honoree,Gary Jendras, recipients of Rotary’s Community Service Award.

To celebrate the 100th year of service to our local communities and beyond, the Mineola-Garden City Rotary Club warmly invites everyone join members and guests as Rotary kicks off the Holiday Season with an elegant dinner on Wednesday evening, December 17, 6 p.m. at the festively decorated Stewart Manor Country Club. Guests are promised to enjoy an evening of good cheer and fellowship.

The evening will begin with a cocktail hour to include open bar followed by dinner at 7 p.m. and a performance by the renowned Mineola High School Treble Chorus and A Cappella Singers.

The highlight of the evening will be the presentation of Rotary’s coveted Community Service Awards to Garden City residents Joanne Meyer-Jendras and Gary Jendras, Garden City-based non-profit industry leaders, along with Mary Joesten, founder and CEO of Mineola’s Faith Mission Food Bank.

Honorees Joanne Meyer-Jendras and Gary Jendras

Both Joanne and Gary have earned this high honor by living up to Rotary’s principal, “Service Above Self.” They both represent this principal by the example they set in their everyday lives within the Garden City community and far beyond. Many lives have been touched through their individual and collective volunteer services and charitable works.

Joanne’s everlasting willingness, and organizational skills have well served her many board positions and chairships. For 53 years, Joanne held myriad positions within the Girl Scouts of Nassau County. A member of our Mineola-Garden City Rotary Club since 1999l, she serves on the Board of the Mineola-Garden City Rotary Club to which she served at president; to

RotaCare, which provides healthcare services to those in most need; and since 2012; to New Ground, a unique agency, the Garden City Foundation which supports families and veterans who are caught in the vicious cycle of homelessness. Joanne has also served on the board of the Garden City Foundation which has assisted community members in need and provides scholarships to deserving Garden City and Mineola High School students. Joanne has been a volunteer in the Pastoral Care Department at NYU Langone hospital. She has served the Church of Saint Joseph, in Garden City NY in various capacities City for 45 years.

Joanne is the recipient of 17 awareds for community service.

“Following Joanne’s ‘semi-retirement’ as Garden City High School Guidance Counselor in 2014, Joanne soon joined Rotary, becoming our “fearless leader.” To this day, she takes on all that befalls her including chair of both Club projects and of Rotary’s Scholarship Committee,” noted Althea Robinson, fellow Board member and friend.”

Professionally, co-honoree, Gary Jendras has held many executive positions within the field of finance. His financial expertise has helped to guide RotaCare for 13 years during which time he served on the Board of Directors as Treasurer and as President since 2019.

“Gary Jendras was most helpful in finding much needed space for the operations of RotaCare. He had worked with several Realtors and looked at many rental properties including vacant schools, and was finally instrumental in negotiating a lease for our RotaCare clinic in Hempstead,” said Jim Brady, Club Past President and a founder of

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Mary Joesten, founder/CEO of Mineola’s Faith Mission Food Bank.

Sponsor a Family for Christmas

The St. Joseph Parish Social Ministry Sponsor a Family Committee invites you to participate in its annual Christmas food initiative. The Thanksgiving 2025 food drive was incredibly successful thanks to all of you!

The Commitee's goal remains the same for Christmas: aiding neighbors at Our Lady of Loretto in Hempstead and Queen of the Most Holy Rosary in Roosevelt who are experiencing food insecurity. The Committee asks you to donate using these guidelines:

• Purchase Stop and Shop gift cards for a family of 4, 6 or 8.

• Place the cards in an envelope with your name and the family size on the front.

• Mail or deliver the cards to

Anna Sirianni, Parish Social Ministry, 120 Fifth Street, Garden City NY 11530 or St. Joseph’s Rectory, 130 Fifth Street, Garden City NY 11530 by December 14.

• All cards are kept in a secure location and will be delivered to the receiving parishes by the Sponsor a Family Committee.

• Questions: please contact Anna Sirianni – (516) 747-7120

The committee suggests the following amounts for gift cards; of course, all contributions are gratefully accepted. The committee is happy to combine donations to fulfill a family goal.

• Family of 4: $150

• Family of 6: $175

• Family of 8: $200

Let your voice be heard!

Is there an issue in your community you want to discuss? Want to respond to something you saw in our paper? Then write a letter to our editor and bring it to everyone’s attention! Send your letter to editor@gcnews.com and we’ll publish it for you!

Garden City Real Estate Market Information

110 Fernwood Terrace

RECENT REAL ESTATE SALES IN GARDEN CITY

Date: 11/20/2025

Sold price: $1,350,000

5 bedrooms, 3 full baths

Architectural Style: Colonial

Property Size: .11 acre

Annual taxes: $17,512

MLS number: 917572

The Seller’s Team: Suzanne Weis, Compass Greater NY

The Buyer’s Team: Athena Menoudakos, Compass Greater NY

Long Island Sales Data From One Key MLS

Lovely Dutch Colonial Located In The Village Of Stewart Manor Within The Garden City School District Offers 5 Bedrooms, 3 Full Baths And Central Air. Charming Entry Foyer Is Welcoming To The Sun-Drenched Living Room With Fireplace And Hardwood Floors. Formal Dining Room With Adjacent Bar Area Leads to Spacious Eat-In Kitchen With Stainless Steel Appliances And Large Pantry Closet. Breakfast Area With Bay Window Opens To Lovely Family Room With Sliding Doors To Exterior Deck And French Doors Flowing Seamlessly Back To The Living Room. Full Bath Completes The First Floor. Perfectly Situated Staircase Leads To Second Floor, With Its 5 Spacious Bedrooms And 2 Full Baths, One En-Suite. Magnificently Landscaped 50 x 100 Lot With Attached Garage. Laundry In Basement, With Plenty Of Storage And The Mechanicals. Natural Gas Connected With Oil For Heating. Very Convenient To LIRR Stewart Manor Station, Shops And Dining.

Date: 12/02/2025

Sold price: $1,200,000

4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 1 half bath

Architectural Style: Colonial

Property Size: .19 acre

Annual taxes: $16,409

MLS number: 890141

The Seller’s Team: Michelle Abatemarco, Douglas Elliman Real Estate

The Buyer’s Team: Alyson Esposito, Compass Greater NY

What an opportunity! Welcome to this spacious and well-built 4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home located in beautiful Garden City. Perfectly situated on a small block, near two train lines, lush local parks, top-rated schools, and all the conveniences of village living. Inside, you’ll find a solid layout with great bones, ready for your personal touch and updates. The highlight of the home is the beautiful family room, featuring expansive custom windows that flood the space with natural light and offer serene views of the patio and private yard—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Generously sized bedrooms, a traditional floor plan, and a finished basement add to the home’s appeal and potential. Whether you’re looking to renovate or simply refresh, this property is a rare opportunity to create your dream home in a prime location

This informational page is sponsored by Douglas Elliman Real Estate

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

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We Know and Love Garden City

Happy Holidays

EPOA seeks candidates for boards

The Garden City Eastern Property Owners' Association (EPOA) is actively seeking candidates for the Village Board of Trustees (BOT) and the Board of Education (BOE) for the upcoming elections.

The EPOA process involves a community vote in the Eastern section of the village, where residents can nominate candidates for the BOT or BOE general election. The election will be held on March 18, 2026, for the BOT positions and on May 19, 2026, for the BOE positions.

Interested residents can participate

by submitting their names for consideration through the EPOA or as independent candidates by completing the applicable petitions. The EPOA encourages all residents to attend meetings, volunteer their time, and contribute to the quality of life in Garden City.

As the EPOA website is undergoing some modifications, please contact June Michalak at michalakjune@gmail.com with any questions, or intentions to run, by December 13, 2025. The EPOA will help any person through the process, independent or otherwise.

IN MEMORIAM

Arthur Jasper

Arthur Jasper of Garden City passed away on November 26, 2025 at the age of 84. He was an employee of Doubleday Publishing company in Garden City. He also was a volunteer for Garden City Exchange for many years. Arthur was a beloved husband of Jenny, a brotherin-law to many, and beloved uncle to his

nieces. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

A service to celebrate Arthur’s life took place on Wednesday, December 3 at Fairchild Sons Funeral Home in Garden City. A mass on Thursday morning was held at the Church of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Garden City. A burial followed at Holy Rood Cemetery in Westbury.

Michael J. Capogna, D.D.S.

Laura M. Bodner, D.M.D.

Thank you to all our corporate sponsors, volunteers and participants for supporting the Turkey Trot — we could never have done it without you!

Happy Holidays to all, and we look forward to seeing everyone next year!

-The Race Committee

WE LOVE AND THANK OUR PARTICIPATING SPONSORS

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

By John L. Gomes, MD

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

One more week for Toys For Tots donations

Garden City’s American Legion Auxiliary Post 265 will be once again be placing a Toys for Tots box at the Senior Center, located on Golf Club Lane. Citizens in the community are free to deliver brand new toy donations. The Toys for Tots Box will be at the Senior Center beginning Monday, November 10, until Tuesday, December 9. The American Legion will personally deliver all toy donations for needy children to the Marines so that the toys are appropriately gifted on accordance with the guidelines of their program.

Interested in joining American Legion Auxiliary Unit 265? Please write to P.O. Box 8, GC, NY 11530 or call membership chair lady Donna Armieri, 516 314-4552.

The American Legion Auxiliary will be collecting donations for Toys for Tots thorugh December 9.

Joint POA meeting on Dec. 10

Village of Garden City Fire Chief James Taunton will be the guest speaker at a special Joint POA Meeting on Wednesday, December 10, at 7:30 p.m. at the Garden City Senior Center located at 6 Golf Club Lane. Chief Taunton will discuss the three potential renovation approaches for Fire Station No. 2, located at Edgemere Road and Stewart Avenue in the Western section. The Board of Trustees is expected to adopt a bond resolution selecting one of these approaches the following night. Members of all four POAs (Central, Eastern, Estates and Western) are encouraged to attend and the meeting is open to all residents of Garden City.

Village and Board of Education Trustees will also hold discussions with residents.

The CPOA will have a brief meeting at 7:00 p.m. in the small conference room adjacent to the lounge, and then join the combined POA meeting at 7:30 p.m.

The four POAs are also sponsoring their third annual Holiday House Decorating Contest. Register your decorated house from now until December 10 at gcpoaevents@gmail.com. Voting

Fire Chief James Taunton will speak at a joint meeting of the Property Owners Associations on December 10th.

will be from December 12-21. The contest is open to all Garden City residents. Open to all Garden City residents –Stay informed and get involved!

GARDEN CITY

173 BRIXTON ROAD

3 BEDS | 2.5 BATHS | $1,650,000

Welcome to this classic brick Georgian center-hall Colonial nestled in the heart of the prestigious Estates section of Garden City. Beautifully maintained and thoughtfully updated, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home blends timeless architecture with modern upgrades, offering turnkey living in one of the village’s most sought-after neighborhoods. Step inside to find hardwood floors throughout, sun-filled rooms, and elegant design details. The traditional centerhall layout features a gracious living room and formal dining room with updated designer wallpaper. The updated kitchen includes hardwood flooring and overlooks the spacious, private backyard. The exterior has been fully refreshed with extensive upgrades, including hedges along the entire south side of the property, a new walkway and front steps, newly blacktopped driveway, and a stunning bluestone back patio with drainage tied into an underground French drain. The sidewalk was completely redone, and a new WiFi-enabled garage door plus a 220V subpanel (ideal for EV charging). This home offers charm, comfort, and an unbeatable Estates location—just moments from village amenities, schools, and transportation.

THI S WEEK AT ROTARY

Carrying out its theme, “Doing the Most Good,” please join Mineola-Garden City Rotarians and Scout volunteers behind Kings supermarket this Saturday, December 6 between 9am and 4pm. We will be assisting the Salvation Army’s efforts “to Do the Most Good” as we ring the bell in support of its Red Kettle program. A rotary project of more than 45 years, we thank Rotarian Bob Schoelle long time program chair and 2025 co-chair Randy Colahan for coordination along with Kings market, our venue.

Rotary to celebrate 100th anniversary at Holiday Dinner

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RotaCare, established by the MineolaGarden City Rotary Club in 1992.

Honoree Mary Joesten

Should you head north on Willis Avenue to Jefferson; Avenue in Mineola NY, you might encounter the Lutheran Church of Our Savior which houses the Faith Mission Food Bank. There, on any given Thursday morning, you might see generous donors carrying into the facility boxes and bags of non-perishable food items and articles of clothing including much needed winter coats.

Should curiosity entice entrance, you would be amazed to see rows upon rows of tables manned by dedicated volunteers who sort, stack and pack donated food items. Chances are you would find Faith Mission founder and CEO Mary Joesten scurrying about directing and pitching in with fellow volunteers in order to be ready for the more than 300 local residents in need and who line up every Saturday morning to receive donated food items.

So enamored by the efficiency, organization and mission of this incredible organization, Rotary went on to hold

several food drives to help supply Faith Mission’s less fortunate individuals.

In 2023, Rotary had invited Marey to tell her story for Rotary: Founded in 1969 by Mary and her husband Edward Joesten, an ordained deacon, Faith Mission was born out of the Joesen’s concern for those less fortunate. Their mission: “Fill an empty belly and nourish a hungry soul!” It is heartwarming to see how from humble beginnings as a soup kitchen, that Faith Mission has evolved into a bustling hospitality center that helps thousands and thousands of people in need within the Mineola community.

Mineola-Garden City’s Holiday Dinner and Community Service Awards Celebration is the culmination of a century of service which continues to provide major impact on countless lives and humanitarian causes.

Rotary is at deadline with RSVPs. Please reserve today by referring to the full page ad in this issue which contains the QR code for registration; or for additional information, please contact Joanne Meyer-Jendras at 516-551-3931; or email jmeyerj@gmail.com

Bobby Menges Memorial Blood Drive

Bobby Menges receiving one of many blood transfusions at the NYU Langone Cancer Center for Kids

The Bobby Menges Memorial Blood Drive will be held at the Stewart Manor Country Club on Monday, December 8, from 1–7 p.m.

New This Year: There will be three vendors on site selling items for Christmas – Take Note (Tara Segarra), Baubles, Bangles and Bags (Jane Hildreth O’Keefe), and KKC at One One Three (Katie Colavito). Stop in for some shopping and give blood while you’re at it!

The drive will include an opportunity for anyone 18–40 to swab their cheek and enter the bone marrow registry!

The Memorial Blood Drive is a project of I’m Not Done Yet, the foundation founded by the Menges family in memory of 2015 GCHS graduate and lifelong resident of Garden City Bobby Menges, who died of cancer in 2017 at the age of 19. I’m Not Done Yet raises funds to sup -

port programs at NYU Long Island, Northwell Health, throughout Long Island and the country focusing on adolescent and young adult (AYA) cancer patients and survivors.

To make an appointment, scan the QR code, or visit www.imnotdoneyetfoundation.org

The Village of Garden City

The Garden City Chamber of Commerce

Sunday

December 7th, 2025

3:30-4:30pm

3:30-4:30pm Sunday

Broadway Bound Dancers

Garden City High School

VocalJazz Ensemble

A special visit fromSanta A special visit fromSanta

The Village Christmas Tree Lighting

Hot Chocolate courtesy of the Garden City Fire Department

Yahoo - It’s that time of year

This Sunday, December 7th, the Village and Chamber of Commerce will hold the annual Christmas Tree Lighting, beginning at 3:30 p.m. on the Village Green. Holiday music will be provided by the Garden City High School Vocal Jazz Ensemble and the Broadway Bound dancers will also perform. The event will also feature a special visit from Santa himself. Hot chocolate will be provided by the Garden City Fire Department.

On Friday, December 12th, the WPOA will hold its Tree Lighting on New Hyde Park Road. It will begin at 6:00 p.m.

On Sunday, December 14th, the first candle of the Hanukkah Festival of Lights Menorah will be lit at sundown on the Village Green, and...

On Friday, December 19th, join us for Winter Fest on 7th Street between 4-9 p.m…there’ll be lots to do for the young … and those a little less young! Hope to see a great crowd at all these terrific and wonderful events.

Operation Santa

The GC Volunteer Fire Department is excited to announce that Operation Santa will be spreading holiday cheer throughout the Village during the week of December 15th! Keep an eye out as Santa comes riding through your neighborhood on a firetruck, greeting

families and spreading the magic of the season. Updates and detailed schedules will be coming out soon!

Public Safety Grant

The Village has applied for a Division of Criminal Justice Services Public Safety Program grant to fund software and equipment for an updated 911 Recording System. The updated system will further advance the safety infrastructure of the Village of Garden City.

Holiday Window Display Contest

The Garden City Chamber of Commerce invites all local businesses on 7th Street, Franklin Avenue and New Hyde Park Road to showcase their holiday spirit and creativity by participating in the Holiday Window Display Contest. Create a spectacular, eye-catching holiday display in your storefront window or on your building’s exterior. To ensure your business is included in the judging, please register with the Chamber. Judging will take place on December 17; winners will be announced the next day in the local news and Chamber social media pages. Volunteer judges from the Board of Directors of the Chamber and the Garden City community will evaluate the displays based on originality, creativity and overall presentation. We invite all to take a stroll through the Village business areas to enjoy all the wonderful displays.

GCPD warns on thefts against ATM users

The Garden City Police Department is alerting the community to a concerning trend of thefts involving individuals targeted after making ATM withdrawals. This alarming pattern, known as “Bank Jugging,” has been recently reported, and it poses serious risks to unsuspecting victims. Bank Jugging occurs when an individual is followed immediately after withdrawing money from an ATM or bank. Thieves often watch for victims to leave their vehicles unattended, exploiting the moment to break in and steal cash and valuables left inside. A recent incident highlights this issue, where a victim was followed from a bank on Jericho Turnpike to a local gym in Garden City, resulting in the theft of cash and personal items from their vehicle. In addition to Bank Jugging, the Garden City Police Department is also seeing two other related scams:

1. Vehicle Damage Scam: In this scheme, a perpetrator approaches a victim, claiming their vehicle has a

flat tire or is otherwise damaged. While the victim is distracted, another accomplice enters the vehicle and steals cash and other valuables. In some instances, the scammer may intentionally damage a tire to force the victim to stop and assess the situation.

2. Money Drop Scam: This tactic involves a thief approaching a victim as they are entering their vehicle, suggesting that they have dropped money. As the victim searches for the “lost” money, another accomplice takes the opportunity to steal cash from the victim’s vehicle.

The GC Police Department urges the public to take the following precautions to reduce the risk of falling victim to these types of theft:

Be Vigilant: Always be aware of your surroundings when withdrawing money. Remain alert for anyone who may be watching you or following you after leaving the bank or ATM.

Avoid Distractions: Refrain from using your phone immediately after

making a withdrawal, and do not engage with individuals who claim you have vehicle issues or have dropped money.

Conceal Your Cash: As soon as you withdraw cash, place it securely in your pocket or handbag before leaving the ATM or bank.

Observe for Suspicious Behavior: Be on the lookout for individuals loitering around the bank or ATM during your visit.

Vary Your Banking Routine: Change the time and locations of your ATM and Bank withdrawals to avoid establishing predictable patterns.

Check for Followers: After completing a withdrawal, take a moment to check if anyone is following you.

Drive Directly to Your Destination: If you suspect that you are being followed, report it to the police immediately or drive straight to the nearest police station for assistance.

The Garden City Police Department is committed to ensuring the safety and security of our community. By following these guidelines and staying alert, we can work together to prevent these thefts from impacting our residents.

Mayor Edward Finneran

Town holds tax forum

Hempstead Town Receiver of Taxes Jeanine Driscoll (left) greeted Elenor Kuna of Garden City during a Town of Hempstead Taxpayer Forum on November 19, 2025 at Hempstead Town Hall. Receiver of Taxes Driscoll explained how residents can lower their property tax bills by applying for tax exemption programs, and also provided an overview of new payment features, paperless billing, payment reminders, tax discounts and more.

Ed

Norris, RIP

BY BOB MORGAN, JR.

I will depart this week from the usual fare of this column to commemorate the passing of Ed Norris, my brother-in-law and the husband of my sister, Meg Morgan Norris, publisher of our family's newspaper. Sadly, Ed, who had a long and courageous fight with Parkinson's disease, passed away suddenly at home early on Thanksgiving Day.

I first met Ed in the late 1980's, when Meg introduced him to our family. Meg told me that she and Ed had been classmates at Garden City High School, and had reconnected a few years later. It was obvious that she was very smitten with Ed and it was no surprise when she told us a few years later that they were getting married.

Meanwhile, my father, who owned our family newspapers and ran them with my mother, had hired Meg after college as an editor. That was not particularly unexpected, but we were all pleasantly surprised when my father, not the easiest person to impress, decided to add Ed to the team as an operations manager.

My father's decision to hire both Ed and Meg was vindicated in 1994, a very difficult year for our family. My father died suddenly in February of that year, leaving my mother to take over the business. But then, in November, my mother, too, passed away completely unexpectedly.

Ed and Meg were pretty young and inexperienced at that time and the death of both our parents a few months apart was a complete shock. Nevertheless, they both rose to the challenge, first helping my mother in running the operation and then assuming the entire burden of management a few months later. The newspapers continued to run smoothly, as they do to this day.

And Ed and Meg helped by instituting some modernizing changes (indeed, my column was one of them) in the operation without altering the paper's ultimate community focus.

While Ed did not spend that much time on the editorial side of the operation, I do remember his impassioned pieces after the September 11, 2001 attacks, which had such a dev-

astating effect on the communities served by our newspapers.

Meanwhile, Ed and Meg were blessed with two children, Kevin and Garret. By all accounts, Ed was a loving father and a good husband to Meg.

Ed had many interesting abilities and interests. He had a great font of general information, which he often imparted in considerable detail. He had a significant knowledge of astronomy, as evidenced by a telescope he kept in his back yard. Indeed, on a few occasions he attempted (with only limited success) to get me to understand some of the phenomena he was observing. He and Meg were also interested in atmospheric events, and indeed their family took a number of trips to places to observe eclipses and the northern lights.

Ed had very substantial mechanical abilities. These skills were very helpful in keeping the papers running, but even benefited family members. When he heard that I sponsor an annual Super Bowl party, he suggested that we needed to install a projection television. He gave detailed instructions and we were able to get the projector installed, actually rather inexpensively. We always referred to this device as the Ed Norris projector.

Sadly, Ed developed Parkinson’s disease and he spent his final years fighting it. While the progress of the disease was sometimes arrested by medication, over time it profoundly affected his health and in his later years left him partially stooped over and the volume of his voice diminished. But very much to his credit, Ed kept on pursuing his interest and hobbies and never felt sorry for himself or acted like he wanted pity. In my last major interaction with him he gave me some ideas for refurbishing one of the bathrooms in my house; this renovation, largely along lines he suggested, was completed in the last few weeks.

Ed was a good man, with many talents and abilities. May he rest in peace.

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From Despair to Hope: Conquering Peripheral Neuropathy with Westbury Acupuncture

“It’s as though I’m stepping from razor blade to razor blade.”

“It feels like my feet are under attack by fire ants.”

“Like I’m walking on wet paint with rolled up socks.”

And you’re in this kind of pain all the time.

“It’s relentless, keeping you up at night and preventing you from doing even the most mundane tasks. Things that I used to take for granted, like wearing shoes and going grocery shopping. Two of my three children were getting married last year and I wasn’t even sure I was going to be able to attend their weddings,” shares Rose W. Rose was diagnosed with peripheral neuropathy in 2015, a degenerative condition affecting almost 5% of people over the age of 55.

including diabetes and chemotherapy, over 23% of neuropathy cases are classified as idiopathic. In layman's terms, the cause is unknown. This was the case with Rose. “Basically every question I had was met with an ‘I don’t know.’ It was depressing to say the least.”

article claiming a 90% success rate in treating neuropathy! I just had to call, and I can’t begin to tell you how grateful I am that I did.”

tailor treatments based on a number of factors including the severity of your neuropathy, how long you’ve had it, whether or not there are any underlying factors, things of that nature. It’s because of these personalized treatment programs that we’re seeing such incredible results!”

Four months after treatment, Rose is back at work and thriving. “Being back at work isn’t even the most exciting part,” exclaims Rose. “Not only was I able to attend my son’s wedding, but I could walk down the aisle! It was the most magical moment and I have Jae Won to thank for it. To think, I might’ve missed that.” Rose held back tears.

“My doctor sat me down and said, ‘Rose I’m so sorry to tell you this, but you have peripheral neuropathy. I’m going to prescribe you gabapentin to manage the discomfort but overall, neuropathy is untreatable.’ My first thought was, ‘we can cure cancer but you can’t stop my feet from hurting?’ It felt like a cruel joke.”

While neuropathy can be caused by a number of things

Eventually, Rose was forced to quit her job because the numbness had started to set in and prevented her from driving.

Fortunately for Rose, she came across an article in the local newspaper featuring Jae Won Kim L.Ac and his innovative approach to treating peripheral neuropathy. “At first, I thought it had to be a sham. After so many specialists told me there was no hope, here was this acupuncturist in the

Jae Won Kim, founder of Westbury Acupuncture, says that cases like Rose’s are incredibly common. “Almost all of my neuropathy patients have been told at one point or another that there is no hope. I like to think I specialize in offering hope.”

To quote the New York Times, “Chinese medicine proves itself where Western medicine fails.”

“Acupuncture has been treating complicated, chronic conditions like neuropathy for thousands of years,” shares Jae Won. “I start with a foundation based on this time-tested science and my clinical experience. I then

If you or someone you love is suffering with chronic pain that presents as burning, tingling, or ‘pins and needles,’ or you’ve recently been diagnosed with Peripheral Neuropathy, it’s important to know that there are options.

There is hope. Call (516) 500-8281 to schedule an initial consultation or visit WestburyAcupuncture.com to read more incredible success stories.

Visit the Little Town of Bethlehem — at Resurrection

Imagine taking a walk through the little town of Bethlehem on the night when Jesus was born. You and your family explore the marketplace, visit with the townspeople, or help the carpenter make a unique gift. Suddenly, shepherds appear, telling you they have good news. They take you to meet Mary and Joseph, and you see Baby Jesus with your own eyes.

This Christmas, Lutheran Church of the Resurrection will host “A Night in Bethlehem,” a hands-on interactive experience, Friday and Saturday, Dec. 12 and 13, from 7 to 9 p.m. All are invited, bring family and friends to experience Christmas in a

whole new way.

As you walk through “A Night in Bethlehem,” you will be welcomed by the census taker and register your family in Bethlehem. Then you are ushered into the recreated Village of long ago. Everyone has an opportunity to create unique keepsakes as they interact with local shopkeepers who share the Christmas story. Don’t be surprised if you get a visit from the tax collector or even the pesky Roman guards. You will hear the good news from the excited shepherds and have an opportunity to visit the stable—with live animals—and visit with Mary, Joseph, and the Baby Jesus.

Join the shepherds to welcome the Newborn King.

Visitors to Bethlehem are greeted with joy at the marketplace.

Don't forget to receive a personalized welcome at the town scribe.

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Mission Trip Christmas Tree Sale at GCCC

Matthew Tusiani-Eng and Megan McQuaid (2023 Mission Trip).

BY MELVA VICTORINO

The Garden City Community Church (GCCC) will be holding its annual Christmas Tree sale on Saturday, December 6th from 8:00 a.m. – noon, to support its youth mission trip to Colorado Springs, Colorado on July 12th – 18th. There will be 6–9-foot trees, wreath, garlands and more. There will be a bake sale, too! Custom made GCCC Christmas Ornaments will also be sold. For advance orders, please contact churchoffice@thegccc.org or call 516-747-1700. The proceeds from the sale helps support the summer youth mission trip. Please come support this worthy cause while getting beautiful items to fill your home with holiday spirit!

The youth will get together on Dec. 5th at 7:00 p.m. to unload trees, decorate wreaths, make signs, and

set up for the morning. It’s a time of fellowship for the youth and the adult volunteers over pizza, snacks, beverages, and sharing of past mission trip stories. Each year, the GCCC youth and adult volunteers take a week away from their summer vacations to travel to another part of the country and serve a community in need. For over 25 years the youth have ventured off on mission trips to help those in need to show God’s love. This summer will be no different: they will have the opportunity to work on construction projects, doing mostly home construction on individual houses, house of worship, and organizational centers in an impoverished neighborhood, and experience some relational ministries by helping to rebuild the life of those in poverty.

GCCC is extremely proud of its

Finally the trees have arrived!

youth, youth leaders, and parents for their dedication in putting their faith into action. Please, come and support the GCCC youth’s cause, and gain beautiful items to help decorate your home, and enjoy delicious baked goods for the holidays!

Visit GCCC and join a community of God’s people! No matter who you are or where you are in your journey in life, you are welcome at GCCC. There are worship services, events, and programs for all ages. Its Sunday Worship Service is at 10:30 a.m., in-person and live-streamed. Church school on Sundays, youth group and confirmation classes on weekdays. To get information regarding its virtual and in-person worship services and programs, visit its website at www.theGCCC.org. All are invited to the following events:

• Candlelight Christmas

Concert and Dinner on Sunday, December 7, at 4:30 p.m.

• Christmas Pageant on Sunday December 14, during the 10:30 a.m. service

• Family Christmas Eve Service on December 24, at 4:30 p.m. and Candlelight Communion service will be at 10:00 p.m.

The Garden City Community Church is part of the United Church of Christ (UCC.) It is an Open and Affirming congregation that welcomes people of all ages, races, gender identities, and sexual orientations to participate in the life of our community. It is located at 245 Stewart Avenue between Whitehall Blvd. and Kensington Road. For more information, email churchoffice@ thegccc.org or call (516) 746-1700. You may also visit its website, www.theGCCC.org

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Stewart and Stratford Schools Host the Signature Project Assembly

Last month, at Stewart and Stratford schools, the PTA hosted an incredible and inspiring assembly with artist Patrick Dunning of The Signature Project. All students from all grades at both schools were able to experience Patrick's art, drama, music, science, and nature combined in a way that truly transformed the way they think. Teachers contributed their signatures to Patrick’s massive 76 ft. x 36 ft. art project, which will be made up of over 1 million signatures on 171 canvases. Everyone loved it and we are so grateful to have hosted Patrick for this unforgettable experience! For more information visit https:// www.signatureproject.com

Annual Sponsorship Applications Now Available!

Email sponsorships@gardencitypta.org.

Garden City PTA News

Other Important Dates

• December 8Elementary and Primary Report Cards

• December 8Stewart 4th Grade Winter Festival and Art Show

• December 13 - PTA

Holiday Sportswear Pickup: 9 a.m.–12 p.m. at GCMS

• December 9 -

Hemlock Winter Concert (Kindergarten),

• December 10Hemlock Winter Concert (1st Grade)

• December 10 - High School Winter Concert (Chorus)

• December 11Stratford Winter Concert

• Save the Date for our Annual PTA Dinner on March 31, 2026!

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Patrick Dunning of The Signature Project with students.

FOR SENIORS fyi Resurrection preschool registration open for 2026

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!

Surviving Holiday Stress

NYU EMS will be at the Senior Center on Tuesday, December 16, presenting, “Surviving Holiday Stress”. To register, please stop by the Senior Center front desk or call (516) 385-8006.

Trip to Argyle Theatre to see "Newsies" and Lunch at La Famiglia

Garden City Recreation and Parks will present a trip to the Argyle Theatre in Babylon, and lunch at La Famiglia Restaurant on Sunday, February 8, at 11 a.m.

The bus leaves from across the street from the Senior Center at 11 a.m., lunch at 12 noon antd show at 2 p.m.

Cost $72 for show ticket (check made payable to the Argyle Theatre) and $50 cash for lunch, both to be paid at time of registration.

To register please stop by the Senior Center front desk.

Cardio Mini Session

Join us for a new 4-week Cardio Mini Session with Cathy, 2:00 Tuesdays beginning 12/2. Cost: $24.00. Bring your own 2 or 3-pound hand weights. Sign up on Community Pass or see Felicia at the Senior Center.

“Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body”

Join us for a free workshop, “Healthy Living for your Brain and Body” sponsored by the Alzheimer's Associations Education Programs & Services, December 9, at 11:30. To register, please stop by the Senior Center front desk or

call (516) 385-8006.

Tai Chi

Beginning December 12, join us at noon for Tai Chi on the second Friday of each month, sponsored by the Bristal at Garden City.

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.

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. Thursdays 9:15–9:45 Meditation, 9:45–10:45 Chair Yoga class. Beginning September 11.

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.

Seniors Monday Night Duplicate Bridge

Monday, November 24, games North / South:

First Place: Nick Basile and Bill Drybk

Second Place: Claire Burns and Joan Kiernan East / West:

First Place: Tie: George Salem and Rudy Kaiser Carrie Flapan and Dian Kendrick

Second Place: Athena Philippedes and Ellen Moynahan

Monday, December 1, games: North / South:

First Place: Grace Basile and Ellen Moynahan

Second Place: Athena Philippides and Carol Cook East / West:

First Place: George Salem and Rudy Kaiser

Second Place: Carrie Flapan and Dian Kendrick

One of the most important outreach programs at Resurrection is its positive and innovative preschool. The program includes two- through fouryear-old children, their families, and fully certified teachers and their assistants. The children are welcomed each morning by their teacher and follow her to a brightly colored classroom which radiates signs of a happy day together.

Resurrection preschool provides classes for two, three, and four yearolds five days each week. The number of days during which the children attend depends on the age of the child. The school has recently extended its three-year-old program to add a fifth day to the schedule.

The prime focus of the program is to model God’s love and kindness to each other. It teaches the children to show concern and respect and always encourage them to be kind and helpful to one another. Academics are a strong component of the program as well. It follows the NYS guidelines for early expectations in literacy, math, letter knowledge and formation, fine motor skills and social development. Music, gym time, and outdoor recess are a part of each day. Snacks are shared as well.

Parent involvement is a critical part of the program. Parents are invit-

ed to special programs and birthdays throughout the year. Teachers keep the parents informed and involved by sending pictures and newsletters home each week.

After school programs are available to the three and four-year-old children. Those programs include Book Talks with Crafts, Art, Creative Building, Chess and Games, and Christian Enrichment. Children in these programs enjoy lunch with their classmates and love sharing a mealtime prayer.

A Summer Preschool Camp during the month of July helps the children to enhance, reinforce and practice the social and learning skills that have been mastered during the year.

Lutheran Preschool Director Jean Dietterick adds, “We are blessed to provide a Christ-centered program which focuses on God’s love and care. I am very blessed to oversee this program. It is a joy to hear the children singing “Jesus Loves Me” as they leave school each day!”

Registration is now open at Lutheran Preschool, located at Lutheran Church of the Resurrection, 420 Stewart Ave., Garden City. Visit the preschool website at resgc.org. Registration is available on the website or contact Mrs. Jean Dietterick, 516-741-6447 or jean@resgc.org.

POAs announce Holiday Decorating Contest

Back by popular demand, the GC Property Owners Associations are excited to host the Third Annual Holiday Decorating Contest. House decorating is a tradition in the Village, and our contest is a great way to share your exterior decorations and holiday spirit with friends and neighbors. The “rules” are simple and it’s easy and free to participate. The contest will run from Friday, December 12 through Sunday, December 21. Only homes in Garden City may enter. Any Village resident may vote—only one vote per person! Voting will be conducted via an online app that will include the

addresses of all homes entered. This will be shared via POA sites and social media. Winners—the top three vote getters--will be announced on Tuesday, December 23. Whether you’re a traditionalist or a Griswold—or something in between— this is a fun way to celebrate the joys of the season together. If you are interested in entering, please send an email to GCPOAEvents@gmail.com. Organizers will send you a quick form to complete and share some additional details. Deadline to enter is Wednesday, December 10.

Get rid of your unwanted items by placing an ad for them in our Classifieds! We have reasonable rates, and you’ll have prompt results! Call our Garden City office at 294-8900 for rates and other info.

THERE REALLY IS NO PLACE LIKE HOME.

At NYU Langone, we’re doing all we can to make sure our patients receive the best care during and after their hospital stay, so they can go home and stay home. Shorter hospital stays reduce your risk of infection, medication side effects, and complications. Plus, you can get back to the things you love most: your own bed, family dinners, and life as usual.

But getting you home is only half the story. Our low readmission rates mean you won’t have to come back days or weeks later for the same issue. Because when it comes to hospital stays, nobody wants a sequel. Just another reason we’re ranked #1 for quality care in the U.S.

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

Join Us for the Library’s Third Annual Tweens and Teens Noon Year’s Eve Party

Teens can celebrate the New Year by counting down to noon on New Year’s Eve during the third annual Tweens and Teens Noon Year’s Eve Party, which will be held on Wednesday, December 31, at 11 a.m. in the Library. Tweens and teens can eat snacks, play games, make ornaments, sing karaoke, and talk with friends. Hot cocoa will be served and teens will be given NYE hats, noisemakers, beaded necklaces, and more for a balloon drop at noon on New Year’s Eve. Registration is required and begins Tuesday, December 16, at 10 a.m. online via LibCal at https://gardencitypl. libcal.com. Want to volunteer to help with the set-up or clean-up for the party? Let us know when you register! Space is limited, so make sure to sign-up early to save your spot at the party!

Upcoming and Ongoing Library Programs for Tweens and Teens

These programs are for tweens and teens in Grades 6-–2 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:

• Tuesday, November 25, at 10 a.m.–Thursday, December 18, at 4 p.m.: Tiny Art Show for Community Service (Grades 6–12)

• Tuesday, December 9, at 4 p.m.: Teen Tea and Stitch: A Jane Austen Event (Grades 6–12)

• Tuesday, December 10, at 4 p.m.: Teen Art Workshop: Seasonal Paintings with Watercolor (Grades 6–12)

Teens in Grades 6–12 can earn community service by participating in the Library’s Teen Winter Tiny Art Show! Each volunteer will receive two mini canvases and acrylic paint. Volunteers will receive two hours for this project, at the discretion of the Tweens and Teens Department. Volunteers can register once for this project until Thursday, December 18 online via LibCal (gardencitypl.libcal.com). Tiny Art Kits must be picked up from the library and returned no later than December 18. The Tiny Art that volunteers make will be on display outside the Teen Room beginning December 2025 and into 2026! Please note there is limited availability for kits and therefore volunteer slots.

• Thursday, December 11, at 4 p.m.: Tween Thursdays: Model Magic Ornaments (Grades 4–7)

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

• Saturday, December 13, at 3 p.m.: Teen Edible Holiday House with Chris Buchman (Grades 6–12)

Registration begins Tuesday, December 9, at 10 a.m. online at https://gardencitypl. libcal.com for the following programs:

• Tuesday, December 9, at 10 a.m.–Thursday, December 18 at 4 p.m.: Ornaments for Community Service (Grades 6–12)

• Tuesday, December 16, at 4 p.m.: VolunTeen Artists: Perler Bead Art for Community Service (Grades 6–12)

• Thursday, December 18, at 4 p.m.: Dungeons and Dragons (Grades 6–12)

• Friday, December 19, at 3:30 p.m.: Teen Gamers (Grades 6–12)

The Library held its first-ever Teen Friendsgiving Party on Tuesday, November 25, where teens and tweens gathered for food, games, and crafts two days before Thanksgiving.

• Saturday, December 20, at 3 p.m.: Teen STEAM Workshop: Bread in a Bag with Chris Buchman (Grades 6–12)

Registration begins Tuesday, December 16, at 10 a.m. online at https://gardencitypl.libcal.com for the following programs:

• Tuesday, December 23, at 4 p.m.: Teen Marshmallow Snowflakes (Grades 6–12)

• Wednesday, December 31, at 11 a.m.: Teen Noon Year’s Eve 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 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–-December 17: Snowman Scavenger Hunt Project for

Community Service - No registration required. One snowman can be submitted per volunteer.

• 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.

• Ongoing until December 19: 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.

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

Teens are invited to celebrate the New Year at the Library’s Tweens and Teens Noon Year’s Eve Party.

News from the Children’s Room

Upcoming December 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 November 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 516742-8405 x5241, so that your spot can be released to someone on the waitlist.

• Monday, Dec. 8, at 10:30 a.m.: Toddler Storytime - 18 Months to 3 Years

• Monday, Dec. 8, at 11:30 a.m.: Mixed Age Storytime - Birth to 5 Years (Not in Kindergarten)

• Wednesday, Dec. 10, at 10:30 a.m.: STEAM Preschool Building - 6 Months to 5 Years (Not in Kindergarten)

• Thursday, Dec. 11, at 10:30 a.m.: Mixed Age Storytime - Birth to 5 Years (Not in Kindergarten)

• Thursday, Dec. 11, at 11:30 a.m.: Mother Goose Storytime - Birth to 17 Months

• Thursday, Dec. 11, at 4:00 p.m.: Tween Thursday Model Magic Ornaments - Grades 4–7

• Thursday, Dec. 11, at 6:00 p.m.: Tiny Songbirds - Birth to 5 Years (Not in Kindergarten)

• Friday, Dec. 12, at 10:30 a.m.: Play Hooray - Birth to 5 Years (Not in Kindergarten)

• Saturday, Dec. 13, at 11:00 a.m.: Family Holiday House For Preschool - Age 2–5 Years (Not in Kindergarten)

• Saturday, Dec. 13, at 1:00 p.m.: Family Holiday House Program - Grades K–5

• Monday, Dec. 15, at 10:30 a.m.: Toddler Storytime - 18

Months to 3 Years

• Monday, Dec. 15, at 11:30 a.m.: Mixed Age Storytime - Birth to 5 Years (Not in Kindergarten)

• Tuesday, Dec. 16, at 10:30 a.m.: Mother Goose Storytime - Birth to 17 Months

• Tuesday, Dec. 16, at 11:30 a.m.: Mixed Age Storytime - Birth to 5 Years (Not in Kindergarten)

• Wednesday, Dec. 17, at 10:30 a.m.: STEAM Preschool Building - 6 Months to 5 Years (Not in Kindergarten)

• Wednesday, Dec. 17, at 4:00 p.m.: STEAM Fun Club - Grades K–2

• Thursday, Dec. 18, at 10:30 a.m.: Mixed Age Storytime - Birth to 5 Years (Not in

Kindergarten)

• Thursday, Dec. 18, at 11:30 a.m.: Mother Goose Storytime - Birth to 17 Months

• Thursday, Dec. 18, at 6:30PM Books Before Bedtime Storytime - Birth to 5 Years (Not in Kindergarten)

• Saturday, Dec. 20, at 10:30 a.m.: Inclusive Storytime Adventure - Grades K–5

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

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

• Tuesday, Dec. 23, at 11:00 a.m.: Preschool Holiday Dance Party - 2 to 5 Years (Not in Kindergarten)

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

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

• Tuesday, Dec. 30, at 10:30 a.m.: LI Music for Aardvarks - Birth to 5 Years (Not in Kindergarten)

Unattended Child Policy

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

Please join us on Dec. 10 at 10:30 a.m. for STEAM Preschool Building - 6 Months to 5 Years (Not in Kindergarten).

Adult Services at the Garden City Public Library

The film “Arabesque” will be shown at the Library on December 8.

Monday Movies

Monday Movies presented by the Friends of the Garden City Library at 1:30 p.m.: December 2025

12/8/25 - “Arabesque” (TV-PG), 1966, 105 mins

12/15/25 - “Sabrina” (TV-PG), 1954, 113 mins

12/22/25 - “Christmas in Connecticut” (TV-PG), 1945, 101 mins

12/29/25 - Family Movie: “Ice Age” (PG), 2002, 81 mins

December Programs

Learn to Crochet and/or Knit with an Experienced Instructor - Lupe Velasquez Wednesday, December 17, from 7–8 p.m. in the Small Meeting Room 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 through November, and two December dates have been added. 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.

Italian For Beginners and More

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

**MAKE UP DATE:

Thursday, December 11

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. 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.

Join Us for Crafts & Games for Adults with Developmental Disabilities!

Monday, December 8 from 11 a.m. to noon in the Small Meeting Room

We will have a variety of different crafts, games, and activities available for participants to use. Please note there's a limited amount of each craft supply and game, so registrants may not be able to do every craft project or play every game available. When registering, please indicate the name of Day Hab, how many special needs adults will be attending, and how many caregivers will also be attending.

Register on LibCal (https://gardencitypl.libcal.com) or call Adult Services Reference Desk at (516)742-8405 ext. 5236 or email Speakingofbooks@gardencitypl. org or the Young Adult Department here: https://gardencitypl.org/young-adult-department/contact-the-young-adulttweens-teens-department/.

Day Habs & Special Needs Groups are welcome with prior registration. Individuals can also register to participate.

Adults with developmental disabilities must be accompanied by an adult caregiver for the duration of the program. While these programs are designed for adults with developmental disabilities, all ages and abilities are welcome.

Pine Cone Centerpiece with Tout Ruban Saturday, December 6, from 1–2 p.m. in the Large Meeting Room

Join us for this festive and charming workshop where you'll craft a 6-inch holiday tree composed entirely of miniature pine cones! It’s the perfect way to create a rustic, whimsical, and truly unique decora-

tion that will look stunning in your home! 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.

Tom Lynch: Our Solar System Tuesday, December 9, from 7–8 p.m. in the Large Meeting Room Amateur astronomer & NASA/Jet Propulsion Laboratory Solar System Ambassador Tom Lynch explains the origins of our solar system as well as its current status.

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.

Jane Austen Movie Marathon Wednesday, December 10, from 1:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. in the Large Meeting Room Celebrate Jane Austen’s 250th birthday in the month of December with a movie marathon highlighting her work! 1:30 p.m.: “Pride and Prejudice” (Not Rated), 1940, 117 mins

4:00 p.m.: “Sense and Sensibility” (PG), 1995, 136 mins

6:30 p.m.: “Emma” (PG), 1996, 121 mins

Chef Rob - “Barristers Chicken Chasseur” Friday, December 12, from 1–2 p.m. in the Large Meeting Room

This is a demonstration and handson class featuring “ Barristers Chicken Chasseur” his own version of this popular French dish he served as a Head chef. Also in this class everyone will make a super-sized single serve holiday sprinkle cookie ready to enjoy by yourself. Patrons don't need to bring anything to class.

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.

Happy 250th Birthday Jane Austen! Tuesday, December 16, from 7–8 p.m. in the Large Meeting Room

Dr. Mary Ellen Minogue, an expert

on Jane Austen, will present a lecture on Jane Austen on her actual 250th birthday! Austen (1775–1817) wrote during the late 18th and early 19th centuries, and her work was primarily focused on the social customs and manners of the English middle class. She is often referred to as one of the most important writers in English literature. Her most famous works include “Sense and Sensibility”, “Pride and Prejudice”, “Mansfield Park”, and “Emma”, with “Persuasion” and “Northanger Abbey” published posthumously.

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.

Mah-Jongg & Games

(Register for each one separately) All will be held in the Large Meeting Room Thursday, December 18, from 6–8 p.m. 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.

Bingo for Adults

Friday, December 19, from 11 a.m.–-12 p.m. in the Small Meeting Room

Join us for a fun morning of Bingo and win some fun prizes.

Register for each Bingo 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.

Twin County Chorus

Saturday, December 20 from 1 - 2 pm in the Large Meeting Room

Twin County Chorus is an award-winning chapter of Sweet Adelines International. They encourage women of all backgrounds to discover the joy of singing four-part a cappella in the barbershop style. They will perform a selection of holiday music, ending with an audi-

Adult Services at the Garden City Public Library

ence sing-along. 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.

Check Out A Museum Pass!

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 Adult Services Desk or over the phone at 516-742-8405 x5236.

Additional rules and information are available at the library.

The Welcoming Club of Garden City

Join the Welcoming Club for Exciting Upcoming Events!

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 & Longstanding 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.

Last Chance for Breakfast with Santa at the Stewart Manor Country Club Saturday December 6, from 9 a.m.–11 a.m.

Tickets on sale Check your email for the link. Not a member yet? Join today to ensure you receive early access.

Contact: welcomingclubfamily@ gmail.com

Join Us on January 15 at 7:45 p.m. for Book Club!

This months book is “Inheritance: A Memoir of Genealogy, Paternity, and Love” by Dani Shapiro. RSVP to welcomingclubbookclub@gmail.com for more details.

Join Us for Toddler Activities!

Toddler Holiday Cooking Class at The Well Seasoned Chef - Saturday, 12/13, 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Contact to register welcomingclubtoddleractivities@gmail.com

See what’s happening at your library!

Check this paper each week for fun and informative all-ages activities, like classes, lectures, concerts, movie screenings, and more, all for free or cheap!

Winter Baby & Toddler Music Class - Tuesdays, 12/9 - 1/20 (no class on 12/30). Time: 9:30 a.m. Contact for details on location and to register welcomingclubtoddleractivities@gmail. com

Garden City Welcoming Club / Camp Anchor Merchandise is Now on Sale

All proceeds from merchandise sales will directly benefit the Anchor Program Fund, the Welcoming Club charity partner for 2025-2026. Visit the welcoming club website to order ornaments, tumblers, tshirts and more : https://www.thegardencitywelcomingclub.org/merchandise

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.

Facebook: The Welcoming Club of Garden City

Instagram: @gcwelcomingclub

LinkedIn: The Garden City Welcoming Club Website: www.thegardencitywelcomingclub.org/register

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.

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.

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.

NASSAU COUNTY LEGAL NOTICE

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU

U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF THE CSFB MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005CF1, -against-

COLLEEN TRETTIEN, ET AL.

NOTICE OF SALE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on February 22, 2017, wherein U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF THE CSFB MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-CF1 is the Plaintiff and COLLEEN TRETTIEN, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on January 6, 2026 at 2:00PM, premises known as 162 MEADOW ST, GARDEN CITY, NY 11530; and the following tax map identification: 34-546-32 & 39.

ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF GARDEN CITY, TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 000801/2015. Mark Ricciardi, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/ CLERK DIRECTIVES.

LEGAL NOTICES

NASSAU COUNTY LEGAL NOTICE

New York Surrogate's Court OCA Official Form

OCA Official Form JA-6 Accounting Citation

File No. 2023-3191/A SURROGATE’S COURT, NASSAU COUNTY CITATION

THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, By the Grace of God Free and Independent

TO:

Grassi Advisory Group, Inc.

Jasper Surety

NYS Office of the Attorney General

Margaret Holihan

John Sullivan

Richard Sullivan

Gavin Quinn

John Quinn

Janine Kessler

Suzanne Gittins

James Quinn

Patricia Quinn

Jean Willison

any and all unknown persons whose names or parts of whose names and whose place or places of residence are unknown and cannot after diligent inquiry be ascertained, distributees, heirs-at-law and next-of-kin of the said Thomas F. Quinn, deceased, and if any of the said distributees named specifically or as a class be dead, their legal representatives, their husbands or wives, if any, distributees and successors in interest whose names and/or places of residence and post office addresses are unknown and cannot after diligent inquiry be ascertained.

A petition having been duly filed by Public Administrator of Nassau County , who is domiciled at 240 Old Country Road, Suite 603, Mineola, New York 11501 .

YOU ARE HEREBY CITED TO SHOW CAUSE before the Surrogate’s Court, Nassau County, at 262 Old Country Road, Mineola, New York, on January 28, 2026, at 9:30 o’clock in the forenoon of that day, why the account of Public Administrator of Nassau County, a summary of which has been served herewith, as Administrator of the estate of Thomas F. Quinn , should not be judicially settled.

[X] Further relief sought (if any):

1. Releasing and discharging the Petitioner from all liability, responsibility and accountability as to all matters set forth in the account of proceedings;

2. Allowing the commissions of the Petitioner in the amount of $33,961.34 pursuant to SCPA 2307(1) and the reasonable and necessary expenses of the office in the amount of $9,987.11 pursuant to SCPA 1207(4);

3. Fixing and determining the attorney’s fees and disbursements of Mahon, Mahon, Kerins & O'Brien, LLC attorney for petitioner in the amount of $59,236.35 as and for legal fees and $3,892.43 as and for disbursements, for a total of $63,128.78, of which $20,628.78 has been paid and $42,500.00 is unpaid;

4. Fixing and determining the accounting fees of Grassi & Co, CPA’s, PC in the amount of $7,825.00, of which $1,825.00 has been paid and $6,000.00 is unpaid;

5. Releasing and discharging the surety;

6. Allowing the claim of John Quinn in the amount of $348.63;

7. Directing each of you claiming to be a distributee of the Decedent to establish proof of your kinship, and show cause why the balance of said funds should not be paid to said alleged distributees upon proof of kinship or deposited with the New York State Comptroller on account for the unknown next of kin of Thomas F. Quinn, decedent, should said alleged distributees default herein or fail to establish proof of kinship;

8. Granting such other and further relief as to the Court is just and proper.

Dated, Attested, and Sealed, HON. S/ Rhonda E. Fischer November 21, 2025 Surrogate (Seal)

8. Granting such other and further relief as to the Court is just and proper.

Dated, Attested, and Sealed, HON. S/ Rhonda E. Fischer November 21, 2025 Surrogate (Seal)

S/ Debra Keller Leimbach Chief Clerk

Richard T. Kerins

Signature of Attorney Print Name of Attorney Mahon, Mahon, Kerins & O'Brien, LLC (516) 538-1111

Firm Name Telephone 254 Nassau Blvd. So. , Garden City South, New York 11530 rkerins@ mmkolaw.com

Address Email (optional)

NOTE: This citation is served upon you as required by law. You are not required to appear. If you fail to appear it will be assumed that you do not object to the relief requested. You have a right to have an attorney appear for you, and you or your attorney may request a copy of the full account from the petitioner or petitioner’s attorney.

NASSAU COUNTY NOTICE OF FORMATION OF A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

Notice of formation of Web Fix LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 11/13/2025. Office location: Nassau County. SSNY designated as an agent of Limited Liability Company (LLC) upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY should mail process to 19 Glen Rd, Garden City, NY 11530: . Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

COUNTY PUBLIC NOTICE

Lash Star Cosmetics LLC, filed with SSNY 1/2/25, office Nassau Co., NY, SSNY agent for service

Mail: 650 Stewart Ave, Ste 153, Garden City, NY 11530, purpose lawful act/activity

NASSAU

December 5, 2025

Ikon Pass Encourages Skiers to Discover New Heights in Far Flung Destinations Around the World

BY KAREN RUBIN

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Imagine this: a single pass that lets you ski/ride not only the iconic mountain destinations of North America, but in 73 global destinations across 13 countries on five continents. It almost can be intimidating to contemplate: to dream of skiing NEKOMA Mountain in Japan, Yunding Snow Park in China, Mona Yongpyong in South Korea (three of nine resorts added in Asia this year), and when summer shuts the resorts north of the equator, ski in Valle Nevado in Chile; Thredbo and Mt Buller in Australia; Coronet Peak, The Remarkables, Mt Hutt in New Zealand. This is the power and the reach of Alterra Mountain Company’s Ikon Pass.

It can be daunting, but one of the benefits of being an Ikon Passholder is access to a proprietary travel service that not only can advise which resorts might be most fun to explore and help arrange the logistics, transportation, accommodations, equipment rentals but also provide access to exclusive deals, specials and packages.

And not just during the snow season. The pass provides resort-specific benefits in the warm weather, too, like scenic lift rides and mountain biking.

There are different levels of passes – from local, regional, limited access, to full, unlimited access with a number of days to ski in the more exotic destinations around the world. (Note: The Ikon Pass is available for sale through December 11

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For example, Ikon Pass now offers up to 77 days total throughout Asia for winter 25/26, where passholders have access to 11 destinations throughout Japan, China and South Korea. Ikon Pass holders have 7-days combined access at Shiga Kogen Mountain Resort and 7-days each at all other new Asian destinations with no blackout dates, 5-days combined access at Shiga Kogen Mountain Resort and 5-days each at all other new Asian destinations on Ikon Base Pass with no blackout dates.

Ikon Passholders have access to Dolomiti Superski (The Dolomites) which is hosting the 2026 Winter Olympics. One of the world’s largest ski networks, Dolomiti Superski links 12 resorts

and 746 miles of slopes under a single pass. Ikon Pass Access to Cortina d’Ampezzo during the 2026 Olympics: Ikon Pass and Ikon Base Pass holders have access to Cortina d’Ampezzo during Olympic races. However, some lift and trail access may be restricted to all guests on the mountain during races.

This season, Ikon Pass holders will benefit from new destinations, new and improved infrastructure and services to enhance their on-site experience, including 17 new lifts, three gondolas, terrain expansions, lodges and amenities, upgraded snowmaking, and more across the Ikon Pass community.

New Ikon Pass Destinations & Access: Ikon Pass is now unlimited at a Colorado favorite, Arapahoe Basin (now owned by Alterra

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New Developments, Mountain Improvements, Experiences

Deer Valley Resort in Utah this season offers double the ski terrain, with 31 chairlifts (seven new), 200 ski runs, seven bowls, and 4,300 skiable acres

Killington in Vermont opened for the season on November 29 with its new Superstar Six Chairlift replacement, along with new cabins and a new gondola barn for the Skyeship Gondola. Killington’s twoyear, $7 million investment in snowmaking efficiency reaches the finish line this winter with 500 new high-efficiency snow guns, adding to the 500 installed last season.

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BY DENNIS MAMMANA

Week of December 7-13, 2025

Next weekend will be a great time to get away from city lights to enjoy the night sky and the annual Geminid meteor shower.

Meteors are also known as falling, or shooting, stars because they appear to be stars that, well, fall or shoot across our sky. But these descriptive names are where the similarities end.

Stars, you may recall, are thermonuclear furnaces millions of times larger than the Earth. They are the last things we want plunging out of our sky!

No, meteors are simply random specks of interplanetary dust that fall into our atmosphere and burn up. And, at times like next weekend, when the Earth plows into the dusty debris scattered around the orbit of the asteroid Phaethon, we experience a meteor shower.

While most of these dust particles are no larger than sand grains, it is their fiery deaths some 50 to 60 miles up that we see as dramatic meteors. And the Geminid meteor shower is, at least in my opinion, the most spectacular of the year, so it’s not one to miss.

Astronomers predict that this year, the Geminids should reach their peak during the pre-dawn hours of Sunday, Dec. 14, but you can expect to see quite a few on Saturday night as well.

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The shower is named for the constellation Gemini, from which all its meteors seem to originate. This week, you’ll find Gemini low in the eastern sky after dark, and around midnight, it’ll appear nearly straight overhead. Don’t expect to see many meteors in its direction, though; they will, instead, appear all around the sky. But if you trace their paths backward, those that come from this particular meteor swarm will seem to radiate from a point (the “radiant”) that lies not far from the bright star Castor.

You will undoubtedly hear reports this week that the Geminids will “light up the sky.” That sounds like a wild night of celestial activity, but the description is grossly overblown. It is true that this shower can produce some brilliant “fireballs.” These can cast a shadow and sometimes leave behind smoky trails that you can watch with binoculars as they twist and turn in upper atmospheric air currents.

We expect about 120 meteors will fall per hour under ideal conditions, but let’s think about this realistically. This number of meteors would produce, on average, only one every 30 seconds; unless they’re bright enough and fall in the direction you’re looking, you probably won’t see this many. But those you do see will be quite exciting.

Watching the meteor shower is not difficult and requires no fancy equip-

ment. Here are my recommendations for a fun night of meteor shower viewing. First, dress warmly and have on hand a thermos of hot chocolate or soup, for example, to make the night even more enjoyable. Second, observe from a dark location far from the blinding lights of cities. Third, lie back on a warm sleeping bag or lawn chair

Turning Pumpkins into Squash

with a blanket, and scan the entire heavens with your eyes.

And, finally, keep your eyes open. I shouldn’t have to say this, but only those who remain awake will enjoy the show!

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BY TRACY BECKERMAN

“The squirrels ate my pumpkins,” I moaned to my husband.

“Is that a secret code for something?” he wondered aloud.

“NO! I had a whole bunch of pumpkins on the front stoop, and the squirrels massacred them. Look!”

I pointed out the window to our front lawn. There lay three pumpkins ... or what was left of them. They were strewn about the lawn, with big chunks gnawed out.

“How’d they get down there?” asked my husband.

“Apparently the squirrels not only ate my pumpkins, they also played soccer with them.”

Honestly, I was really miffed. Every fall I buy mums and hay and pumpkins and decorate our front stoop. And every fall the deer eat the mums, and the squirrels decimate the pumpkins. After 10 years of this, you’d think I would get the point. But I am either

insanely stupid or just unconsciously doing my part to help sustain the wildlife in our area.

I went outside and started to put what was left of my pumpkins back on the stoop. While I was down on the lawn picking up the last one, I turned and saw the brazen little rodents already going to town on the pumpkins I had just put back.

“Hey, get off my pumpkins, you rats!” I yelled. “Scram, shoo!” I waved my arms around, forgetting that I was still holding a little pumpkin. The stem broke off and the pumpkin flew at my front door, smashing into a million little pumpkin pieces. The squirrels scattered, then returned and started eating the smashed pumpkin.

Muttering evil squirrel things to myself, I got a broom and cleaned up the mess. Then I arranged the two remaining pumpkins to hide the chewed-out parts in the back.

The next morning I came downstairs

to let the dog out. I looked out the window and scanned the stoop and noticed that there were no squirrels.

There were also no pumpkins.

I walked outside and looked around, finally locating my two remaining pumpkins at the end of the driveway. One of them was still mostly intact. The other was a pumpkin pancake. There was a big tire track down the middle. Apparently my husband had run over it with the car when he left for work.

I sighed and took the last chewedup pumpkin back to the stoop. Then, giggling somewhat hysterically, I got a broom and cleaned up the squished pumpkin in the driveway.

“I have to take some action to defend our last remaining pumpkin,” I told my husband that night.

“Got get ‘em, honey!” he said encouragingly.

Scouring the internet, I discovered that renegade pumpkin-eating squirrels are a common problem out here

in suburbia. There were a whole host of solutions suggested by frustrated pumpkin owners: everything from cayenne pepper spray to squirrel-chasing dogs. I had the latter, and that didn’t seem to work, so I decided to try the former. I mixed together a potent concoction, then doused my sad little chewedup pumpkin.

The next morning, optimistically, I ran outside.

“Hey,” said my husband, peeking out the door. “Did you figure out a way to keep the squirrels from eating the pumpkins?”

“Yes,” I said, holding up a pumpkin stem. “No more pumpkins.”

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The Geminid meteor shower is one of the most spectacular of the year.

The Minority Who Perform in Real Estate—and the Majority Who Don’t

In every industry, there are top performers, average producers, and those who barely move the needle. But in real estate, the distribution is far more dramatic. Unlike salaried professions where output is relatively predictable, real estate is a field driven almost entirely by personal initiative, discipline, market knowledge, and the ability—and willingness—to consistently take action. This naturally creates a wide gap between the minority who treat their business as a true profession and the majority who simply do not.

Across the country, anywhere from 15% to 25% of agents conduct the overwhelming share of business. In some markets, the numbers are even more stark: 10% of agents may be responsible for 90% of transactional volume. That imbalance isn’t unfair; it’s the direct result of habits, systems, and professional mindset.

So what separates the true practitioners from the masses who hold a license but never truly practice?

1. The Minority Operate Like Business Owners—Not Hobbyists

A successful real estate career cannot be built on sporadic effort. Top performers understand that they are running a business, not participating in a flexible side gig.

They invest in:

• Marketing and branding

• Lead generation systems

• Client follow-up technology

• Professional development

• Tracking metrics and ROI

• Consistent business planning

They show up every day, even when the market is challenging, even when inventory is tight, even when interest rates spike and buyer traffic slows. They treat scheduled time blocks as non-negotiable. They measure their productivity, analyze their strengths and weaknesses, and adjust.

The majority, in contrast, operate reactively—waiting for business instead of generating it.

2. The Minority Prospect Consistently

A defining trait of top real estate professionals is relentless consistency. The industry’s highest earners know that lead generation is not optional; it is oxygen for the business. They:

• Make daily outbound calls

• Build relationships with homeowners over time

• Follow up systematically

• Maintain pipelines, not just conver sations

• Use data to identify the right segments to target

Meanwhile, the majority often avoid prospecting entirely. Many agents fear

rejection, procrastinate, or simply don’t believe in the math of consistent activity. Some wait for buyers from Zillow or assume a listing will materialize through social media alone.

The minority recognizes a basic truth: conversations create closings

3. The Minority Are Masters of Follow-Up

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One of the strongest divides between producers and non-producers lies in follow-up. Top agents know:

• Most leads convert after 6–12+ contacts

• Relationships deepen over time

• Professional persistence is a service, not a nuisance

• Systems outperform memory

High performers use CRMs, task management tools, and automated reminders. They understand that follow-up is where the money is—not the first call, not the first appointment, not the first meeting.

The majority may contact someone once or twice, then assume the lead is dead. They rely on luck instead of longterm nurturing.

4. The Minority Are Skilled Communicators

Real estate professionals don’t sell houses—they sell trust, clarity, guidance, and confidence. Top agents know how to:

• Ask strategic questions

• Listen deeply

• Provide context and market interpret ation

• Negotiate effectively

• Reduce confusion and build certainty

They are relatable. They speak with authority but without arrogance. They articulate the value of expert representation in a world where some clients believe everything can be found online.

The majority, however, often struggle with communication—either talking too much, not enough, avoiding difficult conversations, or failing to explain the “why” behind recommendations.

5. The Minority Continually Educate Themselves

Markets shift constantly. Regulations change. Financing guidelines evolve. Property taxes rise. Homeowner needs change with demographic shifts.

The minority commit to understanding:

• Market inventory and price move ments

• Local zoning and regulatory changes

• Lending environment

• Buyer and seller psy chology

• Investment fundamen tals

• New technologies and marketing tools

They read, study, attend training, and ask questions. They adapt quickly.

The majority rely on outdated scripts, old assumptions, and limited information. They wing it. And the market punishes stagnation.

6. The Minority Build Businesses Based on Service, Not Transactions

Top real estate professionals think long-term. They build their reputations on honesty, transparency, and consistent value—not on squeezing a commission out of the next closing.

They understand that repeat business and referrals are the lifeblood of a sustainable career. They show up after the sale, not just before it. They help clients with questions, problems, or advice years after a transaction is complete.

The majority often chase the next deal without planting the seeds for future business. They disappear after the closing, unknowingly forfeiting a lifetime client.

7. The Minority Manage Their Mindset

Mindset is often the biggest differentiator.

The minority understand:

• Success requires resilience

• Market cycles cannot be feared—they must be navigated

• Discipline is more important than motivation

• Daily habits matter as much as talent

• Growth comes from discomfort

They take responsibility for their results. They don’t blame interest rates, the economy, their brokerage, or the market. They control what they can control: effort, skill development, and attitude.

The majority often get stuck in reactive patterns, particularly during challenging environments. They wait for conditions to improve rather than adjusting strategy.

8. The Minority Commit to Professional Identity

The most successful agents view themselves not merely as salespeople, but as:

• Advisors

• Problem-solvers

• Analysts

• Negotiators

• Marketers

• Strategic partners

This identity drives their behavior. They show up confidently and professionally because they believe in the value they bring.

The majority may lack that internal professional identity, treating the work as temporary, secondary, or uncertain.

Why This Gap Matters

The performance divide in real estate isn’t just an internal industry issue—it affects consumers, markets, and neighborhoods.

When a homeowner hires one of the minority performers, they receive:

• Better pricing strategies

• Stronger marketing

• Skilled negotiation

• Faster problem resolution

• Fewer surprises

• Better outcomes

When they hire someone from the disengaged majority, the consequences can be costly: underpricing, overpricing, failed negotiations, poor marketing, legal mistakes, and weeks or months of wasted time.

For those entering the profession or struggling within it, the message is simple: you can choose which side of the divide you want to be on. The minority do not succeed because of luck, better markets, or insider access—they succeed because they consistently execute the fundamentals that others avoid.

The opportunity is enormous. The standards are clear. And the path is available to anyone willing to take it.

The real question becomes: Which group will you join?

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BY TOM MARGENAU

It has become a bit of a tradition for me to run an annual Thanksgiving column. I always think this is a good time of the year to remind people what Social Security is all about.

I’m going to suggest that we Americans give thanks for the Social Security program. I know lots of people like to think that the “good old days” (before Social Security) were, well, good old days. But many times, they were not. And if you’d like to get a glimpse of what life was like before the Social Security program came along, I suggest you read a book called “Growing Up,” by the late Pulitzer Prize-winning New York Times columnist Russell Baker.

In it, Baker tells the story of what it was like to grow up in the 1920s and 1930s. For most of us, the Great Depression is the stuff of history books and hard luck stories revealed in an occasional documentary. But Baker lived one of those stories and writes eloquently about his life and those times.

His book brings the era into focus for people whose vision of history has been blurred by the good life. For me, it also illustrates the reason why we have and need a Social Security system in this country.

Many people have attempted to explain to me that America would be better off without Social Security. They point out that this nation was founded on the principles of personal freedom and that our pioneer spirit encourages people to make it on their own without government interference. As one recent letter writer told me: “If people could make it on their own in the good old days before we had Social Security, they ought to be able to make it on their own now without the government’s help!”

The problem with that argument, of course, is that many people were not “making it” before Social Security came into existence. Case in point. Before Social Security, about 70% of senior citizens were living below the poverty level. In other words, those “good old days” were actually very bad for very many older people. Today, after more than 90 years of life with Social Security, less than 10% of seniors live in poverty.

In his book, Baker describes the period just after his father’s death. His father left a widow and three small children, including Russell, who was then about 10. Russell’s youngest sister, Audrey, was 18 months old. His newly widowed mother decided to leave their home in Virginia to move in with relatives in New Jersey. Immediately following the funeral, she had many tough decisions to make. One of them was giving up Audrey!

“The giving up of Audrey was done in a time of shock and depression for my mother,” Baker writes. “When the undertaker was paid, she was left with a few dollars of insurance money, a worthless Model T, several chairs, a table to eat from, a couple of mail-order beds, a crib, three small children, no way to earn a living and no

Giving Thanks for Social Security

prospects for the future.”

A few days later, Baker’s Uncle Tom and Aunt Goldie arrived to pick up his little sister. “My mother helped them carry out the crib and boxes packed with baby clothes. When the car was loaded, my mother bundled Audrey into blankets, carried her outside, handed her to Aunt Goldie and kissed her goodbye forever!”

That scene struck a nerve with me because my father also died when I was young. Like Baker’s father, my dad left a widow and small children. And like Baker’s family, my mother was left with a little insurance, a few pieces of furniture and an old car. But unlike the Bakers, we had brighter prospects for the future because my father left behind something else: Social Security survivors’ insurance.

My mother, brothers, sister and myself each received a monthly check from Social Security based on my father’s earnings. My siblings and I were able to receive benefits up to the age of 22 if we stayed in school. And my mother received checks until my youngest brother turned 18. (The laws have changed slightly since I was a beneficiary. Today, benefits to children are generally cut off at age 18 and a widowed mother’s checks stop when the youngest child turns 16.)

Survivor benefits are a very important part of Social Security. They have been paid since 1940. Yet even today, many young workers are not aware of this protection they are guaranteed through their Social Security tax deductions.

Most young people complain about the amount of Social Security taxes they pay. But I think if they really consider why our society provides a comprehensive Social Security program, they might be more inclined to accept Social Security taxes so that no other young, widowed mother has to give up her little Audrey and “kiss her goodbye forever.”

And here is a postscript to what I just wrote. I’ve run Thanksgiving columns similar to this in the past. They always generate comments from the government-bashing and Social Security-bashing crowd. I saved just one example. Here is what he wrote -- in part. (His rant went on for more than a page!)

“It’s the namby-pamby liberals like Baker and you who have ruined this country. Russell’s father should have provided for his family and your father should have provided for you. We don’t need the government to make up for slackers like your fathers. And don’t even get my started on widow’s benefits. These women should work and take care of themselves and not expect the government to show up each month with a widow’s dole!”

My goodness! I sure am glad I don’t live in that guy’s world. What a cold, uncaring and empathy-starved place it must be! My so-called “slacker” father served and was injured in World War II. And before he died at age 47, he struggled for 25 years at low-paying jobs to provide a modest life for his family. Maybe I should have pointed out to him that Russell Baker’s mom

spent many years scrubbing floors in tenement houses to help take care of her family. And my mom worked all her life to help pay the rent and put food on our table. Oh well!

One final note. I’ve been coming at this column from the “social” side of Social Security. But here is a look at the “security” side. As I was writing this, the National Institute on Retirement Security issued a new study. Here is the heading from their report. “New research from the National Institute on Retirement Security finds that Social Security benefits play a powerful role in supporting the U.S. economy, generating $2.6 trillion in total economic

output and supporting more than 12 million American jobs.”

I’m out of space in this column to delve into that angle on Social Security. But if you want to learn more about that NIRS study, just Google it.

If you have a Social Security question, Tom Margenau has two books with all the answers. One is called “Social Security -- Simple and Smart: 10 Easy-to-Understand Fact Sheets That Will Answer All Your Questions About Social Security.” The other is “Social Security: 100 Myths and 100 Facts.” You can find the books at Amazon.com or other book outlets. Or you can send him an email at thomas.margenau@comcast.net.

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Hello basketball, goodbye baseball

BY LOU THEODORE

Once again, this one is for those in the reading audience who bet on sports. And, it’s transition time; it is time to leave a baseball season (particularly disastrous for both Met and Yankee fans) and return to the tainted and corrupt world of college basketball. Both are important to many of us since sportsbooks have now become front and center for the betting public. For me, it’s DraftKings. For others, it’s FanDuel. In any event, here’s how baseball came down for me and what’s coming up with basketball.

Baseball

What a season for those of us who are Met fans. It was just as bad for the Yankees (even though they made it to the first round). But, what about my bets? I probably won a couple of bucks only because of partnerships with two of my dearest friends (who are still around). Mary and I naturally had several bets on the Mets. My key bets were on Pittsburgh (ouch!) and a host of other losers. Believe this or not I did

have $10 on Oakland and over at 71.5!

I had been spoiled earlier with winning seasons the last five years. Then this year arrived and the roof fell in as I had losers in all sports, not only baseball. To compound problems, I got destroyed during my last visit to the Resorts casino in Monticello after five winning trips in a row. Oh well, that’s gambling. Yet, hope springs eternal.

Basketball

As noted last year, I previously caught Connecticut at 40-1 two years in a row. I’m hoping that the 2025-26 season will start another similar streak.

Keep in mind that there are primarily two types of bets available in sports betting: the point spread and the money line. My recommendation is future bets (that I refer to as seasonal bets). These are bets on a team or individual winning a championship, league, division, award, etc., and the good news is that each of these bets (hopefully) applies over an entire season. In college basketball, it is primarily who is going to win the NCAA Championship or make the Final Four. For me, last year was a

disaster. But that was last year. What remains is what do I have for this year?

Here are some of the approximate early future odds to win the NCAA Tournament:

Purdue 9 Illinois. 17

Duke 9.5 Gonzaga 18

Houston 10 Alabama. 25

Connecticut 12 Tennessee. 40

Do I have any suggestions? Of course I do! I’ll be putting some money on the following teams:

Connecticut, Illinois, Alabama, and keying on Gonzaga.

This also hurts: St. Johns will have to be reckoned with this year; but I hope I’m wrong. One of my sources claims (I can’t attest to this) that the Storm shelled out nearly $20MM in their recruiting of this year’s team. I am certain they are going to be tough. Whatever you do, if anything, good luck.

Don’t forget that it is also the season for the NHL, NBA, NFL, and college football. I offer these comments:

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NHL: Tampa and the Islanders (1001) should be considered. I’ve passed on this early date for the Rangers and the Devils.

NBA: Pass here.

NFL: My money is still on Green Bay. My two key bets were the Jets and over, and Steelers and under; I mean, how bad can I get?

College Football: I’m lukewarm on Mississippi (often referred to as Ole Miss) at 25-1. You might also consider Georgia (10-1) and Texas Tech (15-1).

In any event, good luck if you get involved with any other sportsbook activity.

I haven’t recommended a stock since the turn of the century. Because of my involvement with geothermal energy, I recommended Novell (NOV) three months ago to all those close to me. No one bought. The stock is up nearly 30% and still moving.

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BY CHARLYN FARGO

The holiday season can make it tough to stay on track with eating healthy. There is such an abundance of food, gatherings, desserts and temptations. When the table is laden with mashed potatoes, casseroles, turkey, ham, prime rib, pumpkin pie and red velvet cake, it can be confusing to determine which traditional holiday foods can support good health. While Thanksgiving may be behind us, there will be other times to gather with family and friends during the holiday season.

It’s good to remember that one day of splurging won’t ruin the benefits of

an otherwise healthy dietary pattern. Try to choose more whole and minimally processed fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, legumes, whole grains, herbs and spices, yogurt and seafood, which are on the “healthy” end of the spectrum. Dishes that feature those ingredients will be healthier choices than those that are made with refined flour and have higher amounts of added sugar or salt. Consider a healthy foods spectrum -- while a piece of apple pie is made up primarily of added sugars and refined carbohydrates, it also has the vitamins, minerals and fiber from the apples. Apple pie would never be considered a health food, but it might rank higher

than a sugar-sweetened beverage or a piece of cake. It’s true pumpkin pie and cranberry sauce have added sugars, but they also have beneficial compounds from fruits and fiber compared to white bread or white potatoes.

The key is to put foods (and meals) in perspective. The fiber, vitamins and minerals in a piece of pumpkin pie make it a better choice than some foods, but it doesn’t come close to the healthfulness of fruit or vegetables. But they can all fit into a healthy food pattern. Choose a wide variety of foods and make them healthier if you can. Can you use less sugar in the sweet potatoes? Can you top the sweet potatoes with nuts instead

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of marshmallows? Can you add some extra vegetables to the stuffing? Can you choose a smaller portion of pumpkin pie and skip the whipped cream? Can you add a salad to the table to balance some of the sweets?

And remember, taking a family walk can also balance the extra food you may eat.

Happy Holidays from my house to yours!

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

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Email: Editor@GCNews.com

From page 2

Community supports park idea

To the Editor:

Thank you to the resident volunteers who have been working to help share a vision of something positive our community could do with St Paul’s. Many people have commented to me about how beautiful the rendering of a St. Paul’s Park looks and have asked if I was involved with creating it. I wish I could say yes! It is the work of community members passionate about our village and working to finally find a solution for St Paul’s, a challenge to village leadership for decades.

While I was publicly critical of the St Paul’s survey that was send out, I will acknowledge that we did learn one thing from it. We learned that the community does not support saving the whole building in any of the three versions presented by the current trustees. That message was loud and clear.

Having a volunteer group focused on a concept that could have widespread support is a very positive step for the village.

Mary Carter Flanagan, Former Mayor

A practical solution

To the Editor:

Finally, a rational and practical solution to the St. Paul’s problem. I like the illustration in the paper. Save the clock tower, main entrance. Sure.

A park that can serve the needs of the entire community, with flexible design, as opposed to a 500 room building that was a money pit from the day it opened and serves no needs of the Village and its residents.

Fields, a pond/skating rink, dog run.

All good.

Michael Ryan

Light at the end of the tunnel

To the Editor:

As a Garden City resident for almost 50 years, I am hopeful that there is a practical, workable solution for the use of St.Paul’s. A park would be wonderful - a huge plus for the residents of our village both young and old.

May this plan come to fruition soon.

Peg Farrell

A long time coming!

To the Editor:

I am pleased to learn the Board of Trustees will vote at the 11 December 2025 BOT Meeting for the restoration of the Edgemere Firehouse, a.k.a. Station No. 2. The Board of Trustees should review the August 27, 2021 Facilities and Apparatus Needs Analysis report prepared by the Fire Safety Committee issued when I was Mayor along with Deputy Mayor Tom O’Brien and Trustee Bruce Torino, both who served as Fire Commissioners. The Committee resident volunteers included GCFD Chiefs / firefighters, resident FDNY firefighters, fire protection consultants and facilities management professionals, who analyzed response time, firefighter training, recruitment / retention, standardization of fire apparatus and facilities infrastructure. The report was a comprehensive overview of the GCFD facility, apparatus and training needs. Fire apparatus are designed to specification standards determined by service use and facility structural clearances. In our analysis, I recommended the design of a transfer girder for the Edgemere Firehouse which would allow an increase in horizontal and vertical

bay door dimensions. This detail is critical for the alteration of the Edgemere Firehouse and will be implemented. We also learned, the trend for fire apparatus was for smaller, faster, more maneuverable and fuel-efficient vehicles. The alteration design reviewed by the Fire Safety Committee included phased construction to include space for a ladder truck as part of a rear first floor expansion or as added East or West wing. Phasing provides both design flexibility and initial cost savings.

Scenario 2, as proposed, includes space for a ladder truck at a cost of almost $1.5 million more than Scenario 3. The potential cost difference could be used to purchase needed updated apparatus and / or equipment. The central issue is the need for a ladder truck for Station No. 2 where very few tall structures exist in both the Estate and Western Sections of Garden City. The Edgemere Firehouse has been out of service as an active firehouse since 2018, due to a lack of maintenance and will hopefully be placed in service by 2027, almost ten years later. I commend the Board of Trustees on the vote they will undertake to preserve and alter the Edgemere Firehouse and restore the fire protection safety the residents of Garden City expect and deserve to have.

Thank you Mayor and Trustees.

Former Mayor Cosmo Veneziale

Thank you

To the Editor:

Thank you to all those who donated gifts of food, money, or time to make our Thanksgiving deliveries such a success! Through the help of so many, we were able to provide fully prepared Thanksgiving dinners, desserts, and

drinks in Nassau and Suffolk counties on Thanksgiving Day -- a total of 252 people across 30 towns benefited from your kindness. Each meal was delivered along with a visit!

None of this would have been possible without the generous support from the following groups: Mineola - Garden City Rotary Club and St. Joseph’s Church. We appreciate the generosity of Rock at Three Sons Deli and Catering in Kings Park for donating part of our turkey order as well. We are immensely grateful to Bishop Andrzej Zglejszewski and Anna Siriani from St. Joseph’s Church for generously allowing us to use their parking lot for our Nassau County deliveries. We are so fortunate that Melissa Pashayan, Art teacher at Stewart School, had her students decorate the bags the meals were delivered in and that hundreds of cards and letters were made by students both at Stewart School and the Wantagh Middle School.

So many recipients have reached out to express their gratitude not only for the meal, but for the visit that came with their meal, and many are hoping to have continued friendships with those who delivered!

There are no words to express how grateful we are for helping to make the little idea we had 30 years ago grow into this! This years’ deliveries bring us to almost 8000 meals that have been provided over the years! We couldn’t have done it without the support of all of you!!

Have a wonderful holiday season!

The Alford Family John, Melinda, Amelie, Courtney, Meghan, Peter, and Tim

Village eyes tougher zoning for subdivisions

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Mayor Finneran noted that the law allows for up to two additional threemonth extensions.

Deputy Mayor Judy Courtney then asked Giovanniello for an update on the recent meeting of the village’s subcommittee tasked with reviewing the moratorium and relevant sections of the Village Code.

The subcommittee includes Architectural Design Review Board (ARDB) Chair James L. Bauer, Zoning Board of Appeals Chair Michael T.

Schroder, ADRB member and planning professional Alison Parks, three trustees, and Superintendent Giovanniello. Mayor Finneran added that Village Attorney Gary Fishberg will also be involved.

Giovanniello summarized the concerns raised by residents and trustees, particularly regarding new construction. The goal, he said, is to tighten the zoning code and potentially build upon existing regulations.

He reported, “We discussed some procedures and actions to take on revamp-

ing the Zoning code concerning subdivisions and dropping the massing down of the FAR (floor area ratio) including the massing on a second floor. If the three trustees on the subcommittee are looking for a strategy we will brainstorm on making the zoning a little tighter so we don’t see massing of the new construction going on in the village.”

Deputy Mayor Courtney praised the subcommittee’s combined expertise.

“With Superintendent Giovanniello’s guidance I think we will come up with some good improvements and hopefully

some better processes about how we can approach these issues,” she said.

Building Dept. October stats

Two weeks ago, Superintendent Giovanniello reported the Building Department’s October 2025 activity to the Board. The department issued 146 permits, conducted 246 inspections, issued 105 certificates of occupancy, addressed 138 complaints, and collected $148,000 in revenue.

“We are a busy village, and month to month we are getting even busier,” Giovanniello said.

Rec Supt. reports progress on turf field, Cluett Hall

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Nordt also reported that the Cluett Hall flooring project is nearly complete. “There is one more coat of sealant to be put down, and then we can begin other interior renovations, including painting. We anticipate Cluett Hall reopening for use in about one and a half weeks,” he said.

Muldoon added that the village will replace the worn carpet at the Cluett Hall entrance, clean the upper track using shop-vacs and paint, and update electrical systems. There will be painting and bringing its electrical system up to code. These are usually items to come up with a building project but overall the floor looks amazing and the stage also looks amazing,” he said.

Superintendent Nordt said work will

soon begin on the St. Paul’s Field House capital project, particularly HVAC upgrades. The village is awaiting the arrival of pads for the unit. “Equipment will get here and we’ll start the project as soon as possible,” he noted.

Trustee Muldoon also asked about evaluating options for replacing the Field House windows, which currently cannot be opened or closed. “They were specifically designed for adding light, and there are multiple options we can have a conversation on,” he said.

Recreation philosophy outlined

Mayor Ed Finneran asked Nordt to share his approach to leading the Rec. and Parks Department and his view of the job’s challenges.

Nordt said his goal is to offer residents “as much quality Rec. program-

ming as we possibly can.”

“It begins with our events, programs, great facilities and looking at everything as a whole. Coming here with a fresh set of eyes, I am hoping that I can see some things that people have not otherwise observed. There is a fantastic team in place for the department and I am happy to lead them,” he said. “We are going to push on through and make everybody proud.”

Nordt also noted that crews from the Rec. and Parks Department and the Department of Public Works are busy with leaf collection, and he reminded residents to keep debris out of leaf piles. He advised residents to follow the guidance of Department of Public Works Superintendent John Borroni, which had been noted earlier. “Please do your best to ensure there isn’t any debris in

leaf piles as it slows our process, causes damage to equipment and possibly injuries to village staff,” he explained.

Trustee Muldoon commended the work being done by both the DPW and Recreation and Parks.

“When it comes to leaves – there are around 10 billion leaves in this village, with all of the amazing trees Garden City has. I know people drive around and just see the mounds, but it takes a lot of time to go around hitting all points from the East to the West. We do two to three sweeps of all the streets to take away all the leaves, and it’s an enormous task over the next three or four weeks,” he said. Muldoon advised residents to be patient and “not panic” if the timing for leaves to be picked up seems to take long. “They are coming,” he said.

Your Hips and Back Depend on These Muscles

Have you ever heard of your pelvic floor muscles?

Most people only learn about them during pregnancy or when bladder control becomes an issue.

But here’s what no one talks about…

These muscles can be the hidden reason why your hips feel tight, your back feels achy, and moving around the house feels like a chore.

Let me explain…

Your pelvis connects directly to your spine…

And the tiny muscles of your pelvic floor help control how well that entire area moves.

When these muscles are strong, your hips and spine can support each other

exactly as they were designed to.

That means you can bend over without worrying about your back giving out…

Walk with confidence…

And get out of a chair without needing a second to gather yourself from discomfort.

Now, as people age, they tend to lose strength in these forgotten muscles…

This is usually because of childbirth, surgeries, chronic back or hip issues, and years of sitting or inactivity.

When the pelvic floor weakens, the hips lose strength and stability…

And when your hips can’t stay steady as you move…

This causes your lower back to step in and work harder than it should to make up for it.

The extra workload turns into a back that’s stiff, tight, and painful.

So what can you do?

Strengthen your pelvic floor muscles.

A simple way to do this is to do gentle contractions called kegels.

Conversational, opinionated, wordsmith?

Try this:

Get into a comfortable position, either seated or lying down.

Imagine you’re trying to stop the flow of urine.

Hold it for a few seconds and then relax. Repeat this a few times throughout the day.

This exercise can wake up the small muscles that make a big difference in how you move and feel.

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Trustees approve purchase of pickup trucks, Meadow St. work

BY RIKKI MASSAND

At the Garden City Village Board of Trustees meeting on Thursday, November 20th, the Board unanimously approved a $136,572 purchase for two new 2026 Ford F-250 pickup trucks. Superintendent of Public Works John Borroni briefed the Board on the acquisition, noting the vehicles are included in the village’s 2025–2026 capital budget. The trucks will be purchased from Hempstead Lincoln on Franklin Street through Mini-bid No. 102725GC, following a process conducted via the New York State Vehicle Marketplace and in accordance with state contract pricing.

Mayor Ed Finneran remarked on the potential for cost savings across the municipal fleet. Borroni explained that the new pickups will reduce the need to deploy larger, less fuel-efficient heavy equipment. “Every single job DPW does in-house does not necessarily require a six-wheel dump truck or a payloader. This purchase allows us to shift some smaller vehicles into our fleet, and the men can use them on smaller jobs,” he said.

In other business, the Board approved a $68,921 proposal from Wire to Water Electrical Contractors Inc. of Farmingdale to replace the automatic transfer switch and install a generator docking station at the Meadow Street Pump Station. Borroni said the pricing aligns with the village’s Water Support Electrical Services Contract. Funding is available in the Sewer Repairs budget. “Recent power outages revealed that the station’s backup generator failed due to a faulty power switch which can no longer be repaired because the parts are obsolete,” he noted. He emphasized that failure of this critical sewer lift station could cause backups in streets and homes.

Borroni also reported disappointing news regarding the village’s application for a New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation (EFC) grant supporting the long-planned Meadow Street Drainage Improvement Project. The project, spanning Meadow Street between College Place and Tremont, dates back several years; in May 2023, the Board approved a $1,512,500 bond for the work. Trustee Michele Harrington asked whether the village was given a reason for the denial. Borroni replied that while the grant was deemed “acceptable,” the agency ultimately did not award funding. A meeting is scheduled for early December to review the factors behind the decision.

He added that work continues on project preparation. On October 23rd, the trustees approved a $6,880 proposal from L.K. McLean Associates, P.C. for

inspecting test holes for 17 sanitary sewer house connections. “Yesterday (November 19th) we completed work on test holes for the sanitary sewer line,” Borroni said. “We are about two weeks away from dotting the i’s and crossing the t’s on the design for the project. I am pushing hard to get a proposal ready in time for the Board to have it on the December 11th agenda. If not, it would definitely appear at the next meeting after that, and this way, once approved, we can get shovels in the ground.”

Mayor Finneran noted a potential upside to the grant denial — the village may be able to move forward more quickly without state funding constraints.

The Board also approved snow-plowing rates submitted by Pratt Brothers Inc. of Bay Shore. “During periods of heavy snowfall the village typically utilizes the assistance of this outside vendor to provide support in Village Parking Fields 11 and 12,” Borroni said. In another November 20th action, the Board awarded the 2025 village rubbish removal contract to D. Daniels Contracting Ltd. of Inwood for services provided on an as-needed basis. The contract covers removal of rubbish generated by village operations, including the transfer station, waste pickup, street cleaning and related activities. Funds are available in the Refuse and Garbage (Sanitation) Contractual Services account.

Trustee Vinny Muldoon relayed a concern raised at a recent Estates POA meeting regarding individuals entering the village to rummage through recycling bins for redeemable cans and bottles. He said the activity appears to be increasing and may sometimes extend onto private property. Muldoon described a recent incident outside his own home and said the situation is making some residents uneasy. “I’ve heard from residents that they are becoming a little more uneasy with all the different folks that do not live in the village coming in,” he said. He requested further discussion with both the Public Works Department and the Garden City Police Department to evaluate available options.

Concluding his report, Borroni offered reminders for residents during the ongoing leaf-collection season. He emphasized that vehicles should not park over leaf piles, which create fire hazards and impede collection. Landscapers should avoid piling leaves on catch basins and mixing yard waste, branches, or plant debris with leaf piles. Crews’ progress is regularly updated at gardencityny.net.

Tip of the Week

Nassau Cornell Cooperative Extension’s New Indoor Winter Market at Eisenhower Park

The market will be open from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM on select Saturdays: 12/6, 12/20, 1/10, 1/24, 2/7, 2/21, 3/7 and 3/21. It will be located inside the Special Activities Center in Parking Field 8 of Eisenhower Park. If you enter Eisenhower Park from the Stewart Avenue / Merrick Avenue entrance, Parking Field 8 will be the first right. Follow the signs to the CCE Nassau Main Office.

We are looking forward to the opportunity to give community members access to locally-made food and other goods during the winter months and are happy to do more to support small local business owners.

You can expect to find some of your favorite CCE Nassau Farmers Market vendors, back in Eisenhower Park with bread, baked sweets,

jams, potato salad, teas, and more!

Some of the vendors you will see throughout the season are:

• Chipper Cookies LLC

• Heda Healing Health & Wellness

• Hoshyla Farms

• Kings Yard Microgreens

• LB Hemp

• Loretta’s Sweets & Treats

• Moola Farm

• Spice Squared

• Taste NY

• Tea + Munchies

• The Local Batch

• Trinity Kitchens

• Van’s Country Style Potato Salad

• Zen Sweetz

If you have any questions or are interested in becoming a vendor, please email nassau@cornell.edu.

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

The Office Cat

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Major truck violations

A Clinton Road truck operator was charged on December 1 with multiple overweight violations, unsafe tires, defective brakes, and unsecured cargo.

Knapsack theft

On December 2, officers began investigating a report that a male subject stole a knapsack from the Library’s front lobby.

Flooding condition

Officers responded on December 2 to weather-related flooding at 9th Street and Hilton Avenue.

Defective lights

A Franklin Avenue motorist was

charged on December 2 with driving with a suspended registration, uninsured operation, and defective vehicle lights.

Variety of alarms

GCFD and GCPD handled multiple calls on December 2, including alarms due to: burnt food, a faulty detector, a water leak, and an odor of gasoline traced to workers testing snow blowers.

Traffic light issue

On December 2, officers addressed a malfunctioning traffic light at 2nd Street and Franklin Avenue.

Equipment violations

A New Hyde Park Road truck operator was charged on December 2 with a suspended registration and multiple equipment violations.

GC Aces capture Premier Division Crown

It took until the very last day of the season, but this past Sunday the girls U11 Garden City Aces completed a fantastic run by claiming the LIJSL Premier Division championship. Coming off a summer of change, the 2025–26 Aces announced themselves as a force in their first year on the 9v9 field.

The Aces entered the season with six new players, two new coaches, and a new trainer. The girls got to work early, giving up beach days in August to start practicing, quickly bonding on and off the field and laying the foundation for what was to come. That commitment paid off immediately at the East Meadow end-of-summer tournament, where the Aces rolled to a 4–0 record, outscoring opponents 10–1 and returning home as champions.

Riding that momentum, the Aces

opened LIJSL play in September with a commanding 3–0 win over RVC that set the tone for the fall. Week two brought a reality check in the form of a strong Carle Place side already seasoned in 9v9 play, handing the Aces a 3–1 defeat. Staying true to one of their mantras—“don’t get too high, don’t get too low”—the girls turned that loss into fuel and focus, regrouping and going undefeated the rest of the regular season, including avenging their loss to Carle Place with an overwhelming 5-0 victory in the rematch. Along the way, the Aces added a second-place finish at the North Hempstead Columbus Day Tournament.

The Aces’ title run was a complete team effort, anchored by Emelia “Brick Wall” Grogan, who allowed just 9 goals over the 10-game regular season—best in the league—and allow-

ing only 11 over all 17 fall matches. In front of her, the strong, solid and steady defensive unit of Amelia Bacich, Elizabeth Hughes, Lena Murray, Anna Ringh and Stella Sparacello delivered a smothering brand of defense, frustrating opponents and limiting scoring chances week after week.

In the middle third, the Aces boasted a powerhouse midfield that drove the team on both sides of the ball. Ali Atteritano, Hailey Bennett,

Julia Gonzalez, Helen Houston, Ashley Rodriguez-Perez and Isabelle Rothschild each brought a blend of game IQ, speed, skill, patience and poise, dictating tempo and linking defense to attack.

“You can’t win, if you don’t score” and the Aces had plenty of scoring, finding the back of the net 39 times during the season. Speedy Brooke Volpe and fearless striker Addison Bowen displayed natural goal scorers’

Aces celebrating another W!

GC Aces - Division Champs!

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GARDEN CITY RECREATION AND PARK NEWS

Upcoming Programs

Flag Football is coming back!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!

Girls ’ Volleyball Clinic - Sessions starting Mondays 11/17–12/22 from 6 p.m.–7 p.m. at St. Paul's Fieldhouse! Run by Pioneer!

Multi-Sport Camps: Thanksgiving Week Camp11/26/25 and 11/28/25 from 9 a.m.–12 p.m; Winter Break Camp12/26, 12/29, 12/30,12/31, 1/2 from 9 a.m.–12 p.m.

After School Winter Program

Calling all children grades –-6th! Join us for our annual program, featuring all types of sports and games. Our staff will instruct and interact with the children while guiding them through all types of activities. Nine weeks for $125! Starting December 2 through February 12. K–1st

GC Aces capture Premier Division Crown

Ready for winter training!

instinct, adding a constant threat to the Aces’ attacking arsenal.

Off the field, the team chemistry was just as strong. From a festive season kickoff party to serving as ball girls for and participating in clinics with the successful GCHS varsity girls team, the Aces immersed themselves in the local soccer community. They even took a college-level look at the game by attending the St. John’s vs. Boston College women’s match, all,

Grades on Tuesday from 3:30 p.m.–5 p.m.; 2nd–3rd Grades on Wednesday 3:30 p.m.–5 p.m.; 4th, 5th, 6th Grades on Thursday 3:30 p.m.–5 p.m. in the St. Paul’s Fieldhouse. Limited spots available, registration will begin on November 14 at 9 a.m. Registration will be through CommunityPass.

*No programming 12/23 – 1/1

**Children must wear athletic footwear only!

Fencing Program

This program introduces the Olympic sport of fencing to children in grades K–8 in a safe, structured, and engaging environment. Fencing fosters discipline, focus, agility, and sportsmanship, making it an excellent complement to youth development. Coach will provide all equipment for class. $375 per child.

Chess Wizards Winter Program

Garden City Recreation and Parks has again partnered with the very popular “Chess Wizards” to offer after school programs for Garden City children ages 6 through 12 who want to learn the game of chess!

Chess Wizards is a fun way to have kids experience the excitement of chess. Kids will play in mini tournaments, have interactive lessons with chess pros and play cool chess variants like bug house. It is proven that chess enhances cognitive development in children, improves both verbal and mathematical skills, and increases all levels of academic performance! Playing chess stimulates the mind and helps children strengthen skills such as focusing, visualizing goals, abstract thinking, and forming concrete opinions.

Instructors (who are called “Wizards”) provide all the materials necessary for your child to participate in the class and no additional purchase is required to attend. All students will receive a trophy, puzzle folder and wizards t-shirt. Come join the fun!!!

Class will take place on Tuesdays from 4–5 p.m. starting 1/13/26.

Classes will be held in St. Paul’s Center, 108 Rockaway Avenue. To register please visit www.chesswizards.com.

Yoga Class

of course, accompanied by plenty of pizza and snacks.

As Premier Division champions, the Garden City Aces have already written an unforgettable chapter, but the journey continues. The coaches and parents can’t wait to watch these girls continue to grow, sharpen their skills, strengthen their bonds and, above all, keep having fun playing the game they love. Way to go, Aces!

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 December 6! More information to come!

Tennis Instructors Needed

Tennis instructors are needed for the instructional tennis program at the Community Park Tennis Center. Tennis assistants are also needed. For more information, please call the Recreation Office at 516 465-4075.

Adelphi Swim Lessons

Swimming Lesson Registration 2025–2026 Began November 17

Children’s swimming lessons for Village residents will be held at the Adelphi Pool in Woodruff Hall on Saturday mornings beginning Saturday, December 6, for 9 weeks. Please check the website: gardencityrecreation.org for more details.

Coming Holiday Events

Mark Your Calendars for Holiday Fun in December!

• On Sunday, December 14, the Recreation Department is proud to present a Sunrise Theatre Company production of “ Rudolph the RedNosed Reindeer. ” This stage play is based on the animated television special “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” adapted from the story by Robert L. May and the song by Johnny Marks.

The play will be performed in Cluett Hall beginning at 11a.m. Please make reservations by calling the Recreation Office at 516 465-4075 on or after Monday, December 1st. The play is open to Village of Garden City Residents and admission is free.

• On Wednesday, December 31, the Recreation Department will be holding its annual Children’s New Year’s Eve Celebration! The event is held in Cluett Hall and begins at 11 a.m.. This year the entertainment is by Clowns.com. A magic show, balloon twisting and music and dancing will be the highlight of the event. Of course, there will be hats and noisemakers and a countdown to 12 noon. Reservations will open on Monday, December 15. Call the Recreation Office for reservations: 516 465-4075. Free admission.

Family Fun Time Hours at St. Paul’s Family Fun Time (for all residents, elementary aged children must be accompanied by an adult) - Sundays 3 p.m.–5 p.m.

On Sunday afternoons beginning January 7, St. Paul’s Field House will be open for “Family Fun” for Village of Garden City families. This open time provides the opportunity for families to enjoy various gym activities in an indoor environment. The gym will be available for use from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. each Sunday until March 10.

This time is designated for family time only. No organized practices or workouts will be allowed. Although there will be staff to monitor activity, this is not a drop off program. We ask that all elementary and middle school aged children must be accompanied by an adult/guardian. For the safety of our users, sports involving paddle, stick, or bat equipment will not be allowed.

Another huge crowd for the 48th annual GC Turkey Trot

Just about 7,000 runners participated in the 48th annual Garden City Turkey on a beautiful Thanksgiving morning! Hundreds of volunteers and a dedicated Race Committee work hard to put on a great event. The Turkey Trot is a fantastic event and community tradition where family and friends, from near and far, come to Garden City to participate in Long Island’s biggest and oldest Turkey Trot.

Race Director Ken Aneser knows he has the best Race Committee! “We have an amazing team who donate their talents for the community and this race. The Turkey Trot is a big event with a lot of details and logistics, and the team makes it look easy when it all comes together on Race Day!”

Thank you Race Committee members: Steve Brita (Registration Support), Chris Caporicci (Drone Operations), Kevin Coffey (Registration Director), Kevin Cudahy (Challenger Division), Bob Freeman (Sponsorship Director), Chris Giarraputo (T-Shirts & Sweatshirts), Adam Karol (Signage, Banners & Tent), Mike Kopcak (IT & Finish Line), Brian Kubler (Volunteers), Ray Martinez (Start Line Arch Operations), Sergio Nicolosi (Treasurer), Ian Paisley (Awards) and Phil Puccio (Finish Line Food & Beverage). The entire team does anything and everything that is needed to

put on a great race for the community.

The Garden City Turkey Trot consists of three races: The Challenger Division Race, The Fun Run and the 5 Mile Race. The runners and walkers in the Turkey Trot love the community feel and giving back spirit of the Race. All net race proceeds benefit The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, the Muscular Dystrophy Association and The INN. Runners also raised significant funds through additional donations to the 3 charities when they registered online for the race at www.gcturkeytrot.com.

To start the day, the Challenger Division Race is always a great race! The smiles on participants’ faces when they crossed the finish line was priceless. No doubt witnessing the courage and enthusiasm of these wonderful Challenger Division athletes is the best way to start off the 3 Turkey Trot Races. Special thanks to Jane Nobile, the entire GCAA Challenger team and Race Committee member Kevin Cudahy for making this race such a special event.

Next up at 9:30 a.m. was the incredibly large, fantastic and continuously growing 1.4 mile Fun Run. The Fun Run is for runners, walkers, young and old and close to 3,000 participated in the Fun Run

The 5 Mile Race at 10:00 a.m. is loved by many for its big race feel. At five miles, it

Lots of costumes on the course add to the fun!

5 Mile Race winner Brendan Martin, 36 (Brooklyn, NY) breaks the tape at 24:33.

Race Committee member Ian Paisley and the top runners with their turkeys and trophies!

We love the Turkey Trot (left to right): Colin Pender, Haley Pender, Meredith Aneser, the RD, Meegan Aneser, Anna Paisley & Abby Paisley

Big groups and teams love the Turkey Trot!

Another huge crowd for the 48th annual GC Turkey Trot

Race Commitee members (left to right) Mike Kopcak, Kevin Cudahy and Ken Aneser with Jen Houston & Mr. Turkey.

is a little more challenging than a 5K race, but there is no better way to start off a treasured holiday.

The winner of this year’s 5 Mile Race and the Jim Flynn Memorial Trophy was Brendan Martin, 36, (Brooklyn, NY) whose winning time was 24:33. The first female finisher was Samantha Nadel, 31, (Arlington, VA) with a time of 27:25.

The Patrick Ryan Award for the first Garden City finisher went to Shane Murphy, 19, with a time of 25:09. Liam Saavdra, age 15, (Syosset, NY) was the first Fun Run finisher.

The huge Turkey Trot Food Drive greatly benefits The INN and helps feed the hungry. Thank you runners! All net race proceeds benefit The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, the Muscular Dystrophy Association and The INN. Runners also raised significant funds through additional donations to the 3 charities when they registered online for the race at www.gcturkeytrot.com.

Even the proceeds from the sale of La Bottega’s very popular $5 pasta dishes at Wednesday’s pre-race packet pickup is also donated to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society by La Bottega. Thank you La Bottega – Marisa & Giuseppe Ruta and the whole LaBottega team!

Thank you to Tom Murphy & Hector

Murphy and the entire Barb’s Beer team. Thank you to Stephen Murphy and the entire Murph’s Famous Bloody Mary Mix team. Thanks to both Murph’s teams for coming out in force every year for the Turkey Trot!

The Turkey Trot would not be possible without the generous support of the following amazing corporate sponsors: Morgan Stanley, National Land Tenure, Merrill Lynch, Farrell Fritz, JP Morgan Chase, Dynamic Events, The Garden City Hotel, Doc O’Grady’s, Coach Realtors, Daniel Gale/Sotheby’s, La Bottega, Harder Tree and Landscape Service, Recovry PT, Island Foot & Ankle, Citrus & Allied, Spear PT, McGoldrick Finish Carpentry, Fourleaf Federal Credit Union, NY Spine Institute, The Murph’s Famous Bloody Mary Mix, the Garden City Buffalos and ZP Rad Radiology.

The race would not be possible without hundreds of volunteers who give their time and energy to help make the race a success.

Thanks to all who volunteered. The 2025 Garden City Turkey Trot Volunteers of the year were Ryan Berroya and Luke Gentile — great job boys. Thank you to Kristina O’Leary and The National Charity League for all those volunteers! Thanks also to our 2025 Race Marshalls Tom Brosnan (Mile 1), Tricia Kubler (Mile 2), Ryan O’Leary (Mile

3) and Bill Lucano (Mile 4).

Special thanks to Tim & Kelly Worstell who host the Hampton Road water stop and Jimmy & Brenda Blum who host the Whitehall Boulevard water stop. They make the Turkey Trot even more fun! Thanks to all the residents who put out water, music or just cheer on all those runners!

Special thanks to the Garden City Recreation Department, the Garden City Police Department, the Garden City Fire Department, the Garden City Department of Public Works, NYU Winthrop Ambulance and the Nassau County Law Enforcement Explorers. And last but not least, a very special thanks to “Mr. Turkey” who did a great job at this year’s race. We are all so fortunate to have a terrific community that loves this race and works so hard to make it happen each year. Thank you all!

The Race Committee wishes everyone a Merry Christmas and a very happy and healthy holiday season and looks forward seeing everyone next year at the 49th annual Garden City Turkey Trot!

TT volunteers of the year Luke Gentile & Ryan Berroya

The Challenger Division racers get their photos before they race!

GC Trojans win f if th straight LI Championship

Extends nation's longest winning streak

Garden City 10, East Islip 7

With the nation watching and the weight of a 66-game winning streak on their shoulders, Garden City entered the Long Island Championship knowing exactly what was at stake. Pressure like this can crack teams — but for the Trojans, pressure doesn’t break them. It defines them.

In a gritty, low-scoring defensive battle where punts traveled farther than passes, Garden City fought its way to a 10–7 victory over East Islip. The win secured the program’s fifth straight Long Island Championship and officially extended the Trojans’ run to 66 consecutive victories, the longest active high school football winning streak in the country.

And in the heart of it all, senior captain Zach Olson etched his name into Long Island football history, becoming the first player ever to win four LIC championships.

A Game Won by Grit, Heart, and Every Player on the Roster

This championship wasn’t defined by one moment — it was built from hundreds of them. Every practice, every lift, every rep on offense, defense, special teams, and scout. Every film session, every adjustment, every ounce of preparation mattered. Every unit stepped up, and every player contributed.

The tone of the game was set early by Christopher Desiderio (#18), who turned in one of the most complete performances ever seen on a championship stage — punting, kicking off, scoring twice, and catching the Trojans’ only completion of the game.

His opening kickoff was downed by

Ryan Haniffy (#10) and Will Mattice (#33), and the defense immediately took over. Andrew Dengler (#43) and a crushing sack by Olson (#77) halted EI’s first drive. On offense, Owen Andersen (#20) churned out tough yards before an unexpected delay — an injured referee — briefly quieted the stadium. When play resumed, Desiderio drilled a field goal for a 3–0 lead.

East Islip answered late in the half, taking a 7–3 lead into the break, but the Trojans never blinked.

The Second Half: Championship Resolve

Special teams ignited the comeback when Max Siragusa (#25) returned the opening kickoff to midfield. Though an aggressive 4th-and-1 try came up short, the defense responded instantly, with Brown, Sullivan,

Zach Olson makes history, becoming the first Long Island player ever to win four Long Island Championships.

Garden City celebrates as the 2025 Long Island Class II Champions.

Senior leaders hoist the Long Island Championship trophy in a moment of pure joy.

Trojans, Kickline, and Cheer unite on the field to celebrate the title.

GC Trojans win f if th straight LI Championship

Baiker, Agrippina, and Cupani piling into the backfield to force another punt.

Momentum finally swung on a gutsy defensive stand when Jake Brown (#55) stuffed EI on 4th-and-1. Taking over at the 25, quarterback Brayden Robertiello (#17) handed to Andersen, who followed towering blocks by Willing Curley (#58)and Conor Fortney (#76) into the end zone. Garden City led 10–7 — and they would not relinquish it.

From there, the defense delivered championship football.

Mattice, Baiker, Cupani, Brown, Olson, and the entire D-line swarmed EI’s backfield, forcing short punts and difficult third-downs. Even after East Islip surged into the red zone late, GC’s defense slammed the door, and a final EI field-goal attempt failed.

A 60-yard Desiderio punt, a pass breakup by Kosta Walsh (#26), and back-to-back stops from Cupani and Mark Escher (#89) sealed it.

Then came the sweetest play of all — the victory kneel.

A Championship Made Possible by Every Trojan

Seniors – The Foundation of a Dynasty Ryan Haniffy, Justin Baiker, Andrew Erigo, Chris Desiderio, Owen Andersen, Chase Kraus, Kevin Thorne, Merit Ruckh, Gianluca Ingrassia, Jimmy Barry, Will Mattice, Angelo Cupani, Jake Brown, James Logler, Mark Gemmell, James Sullivan, Conor Fortney, Zach Olson, James Flynn

These seniors carried the weight of legacy, pressure, and expectation with absolute poise. Their leadership held the program steady through every twist of the season.

Juniors – The Backbone of the Battle

Brendan Benn, Anthony Asaro, Brayden Robertiello, Christopher Byrne, August Galli, Max Siragusa, Michael Desiderio, Jack LeSueur, Jack Campolettano, Vincent Lattuca, Kyle Glosman, Jackson Castellanos, Joseph “JoJo” Ottomanelli, Greg Buccella, Andrew Dengler, Mitchell LoBiondo, Ronan O’Donohue, Thomas Bacich, Justin Rivera, Willing Curley, Bobby Skiadas, Luke Turck, Luke Agrippina

From physicality to finesse, these juniors made big-game plays all season long and proved they belong on the biggest stage.

Sophomores – The Future

Arrived Early

Jeffrey Finnell, Kosta Walsh, Wolfgang Ullrich, AJ Haffner, Ben Smith, Mark Escher, James Walker, Ryan Desiderio, Christian Roddini, Brett Webber.

Young, fearless, and unfazed by championship pressure — their

contributions were real, and often game-changing.

More Than a Win — A Legacy Extended

This year’s Trojans didn’t just win another title.

They upheld decades of tradition.

They carried the hopes of former players and the expectations of an entire community.

They honored the program’s history, trusted one another, and proved once again that Garden City football is built differently.

The season may be complete, but the story isn’t.

In Garden City…

Tradition doesn’t graduate.

Toughness doesn’t fade.

And legacy lives on — one win at a time. Go Trojans!

Chris Desiderio drills the kick, adding to his standout performance.

Continuing a beloved tradition, the seniors leap into the stands to greet Trojan Nation.

The scout team celebrates, honoring the vital role they played all season.

Owen Andersen powers in for the touchdown that electrified the crowd.

Boys Varsity Soccer earns prestigious awards

The Garden City Boys Varsity Soccer Team attended the Nassau County Boys Soccer Association dinner in Great Neck on November 19 and the boys were recognized for their outstanding achievement of winning back-to-back state championship titles, and also were recognized for numerous individual achievements. Twenty individual awards were earned across twelve players from the varsity team.

Senior captain Jack Klein earned four awards including the Jim Steen Nassau County Player of the Year,

Conference Player of the Year, All County Recognition and All State Recognition. The Jim Steen Award is presented annually to the outstanding soccer player in Nassau County as voted by the coaches. The award is named in honor of Jim Steen, who is

the former coach and athletic director at Garden City High School. Jim was one of the first of a half dozen or so coaches who helped bring the sport of soccer to Nassau County. He organized the first soccer team at Garden City H.S. in 1932 and played the first varsi-

Playoff MVP Award winner Oliver Williams

Senior Scholar Athlete James Martin

Christian Melendez Memorial Scholarship winner Jacob Cooper and Coach Cutter

Conference Defensive Player of the Year Thomas Fargione with Coaches Connolly, Cutter and Brady

Nassau County Player of the Year Jack Klein with Coaches Connolly, Cutter and Brady

All County Award winners Charlie Koester, Jack Costa, Dylan Fisher, Jack Klein and Thomas Fargione

Conference Goalie of the Year Michael Karcher with Coaches Connolly, Cutter and Brady

All Conference winners Thomas Schreier, Cole Watson, Jacob Cooper and Jack Shorr

GCHS Girls Varsity Soccer team members honored

Boys Varsity Soccer wins first ever State Championship

between two defenders to Jack Schorr. The ball hit Schorr in stride, he beat the two flat footed defenders and whipped a shot past an outstretched keeper and GC had the insurmountable 2-0 lead and a ticket to the finals on Sunday morning.

The Girls Varsity Soccer team was honored at the Nassau County Girls Soccer Coaches Association annual awards dinner on Monday, December 1, at the Crest Hollow Country Club. The honorees are as follows:

Bob Bigalow Award

(Top ranked team in the county)

As the final whistle blew on Saturday the boys knew they had one more test to complete their season long journey. After months of training and battle tested with 22 straight wins that included 17 shutouts the boys and their coaches were on a mission, bring the State title home to Garden City for the first time.

Garden City & Seaford

Conference AAA/AA1 Coach of the Year:

Head Coach Scott McAuley

All County:

Senior Captain Briana Ciccone (Hofstra Soccer)

Senior Captain Marissa Patrissi (Misericordia University Soccer)

Senior Captain LeeLee Gaffney (American University Lacrosse)

Junior Madsie Patrickakos

Once again, the Trojans faced a team in Clarnece that approached the game as many opponents have, contain the GC attack, allow time of possession to favor the Trojans but try to not allow good scoring chances. As with the previous day, the Red Devils played with only one man up front and ten behind the ball giving Garden City about an 80-20 percentage of ball control and several quality chances to get the opening goal.

All County Honorable Mention:

Senior Katie Horn (Bucknell University Lacrosse)

Junior Anna Olcott

Junior Lia Costa

Garden City had numerous chances but couldn’t come up with the first goal. In the opening twenty minutes the Trojans had several dangerous corner kicks but an active Clarence keeper kept them off the scoresheet, either coming off his line to punch the ball out or being in position to grab the ball off the heads of the taller GC forwards.

All Conference:

Junior Sienna Castellano

Junior Syndney Rhein

Freshman Stella Trillhaase

Freshman Emily Bennett

Perhaps the best chance for GC came in the eighteenth minute as Woodbine shook his defender in the box and one touched a ball that just cleared the bar.

for the Trojans was a through ball from Profeta that just missed connecting with Jack Costa in the box. The first half ended nil-nil.

the box and with only the keeper to beat he was taken down from behind and awarded a penalty kick in the 50th minute of play.

After an inspiring half-time talk with coach Paul Cutter, he emphasized that the game was there for the taking and the boys couldn’t continue to have so many chances without pushing one in. He implored the boys to raise their intensity, bring more urgency to the field and continue doing what they’ve done all season.

Mike Clarke Award (Nassau County Girls Soccer M.V.P.):

Briana Ciccone

Conference Goalie of the Year:

Marissa Patrissi

Watson approached the ball and drove a strong shot towards the corner, but the Red Devil keeper guessed right and made the save. Watson didn’t give up on the ball and without hesitation struck the ball into the open net for the goal that put GC up 2-0.

had the Trojans going 554 minutes without giving up a goal, and it raised the angst of the many GC fans that travelled to Middletown.

Head Coach Scott McAuley, Stella Trillhaase, Katie Horn, Madsie Patrickakos, Anna Olcott, Sienna Castellano, Deanna Prisco, Briana Ciccone, Marissa Patrissi, LeeLee Gaffney, Sydney Rhein, Lia Costa, Emily Bennett, Assistant Coach Tori Flaherty

Conference Defensive Player of the Year:

Madsie Patrickakos

Senior Scholar Athlete Award:

Katie Horn

Garden City didn’t allow the Red Devils any room in the final minutes of play, and they secured the first NY State title in school history. And the players and coaches were finally able to celebrate loudly having accomplished what they had started in the summer months.

Congratulations to all the honorees and to the entire team for a great season!

For Clarence, their one and only scoring chance of the opening half came on a counterattack in the seventeenth minute as they pushed two men up field. With a good cross to the corner of the 18 yard box, the Clarence forward fired a shot to the opposite corner of the goal that went just wide as Pupke was able to close down the shooters angle.

The Trojans had several more good scoring chances in the next 15 minutes as the shot total continued to climb in their favor at 23-3. Woodbine shot just wide of the post, Charlie Koester sent a free kick into the box for Jack Klein that was headed on goal and Profeta sent a couple of corner kicks into the goal area, but none connected for the important third goal.

ty schedule the following year. Under Steen, Garden City captured six Nassau County Championships.

Cutter’s words were quickly translated to the field as the team scored in under two minutes gone by in the half. Controlling the ball off of the tap off, GC got the ball into the box and with bodies crashing, Justin Woodbine was able to push the loose ball past an out of position keeper for the opening goal of the game. Garden City celebrated but kept their game faces on as they inched closer to their ultimate goal.

All that was left was a very happy ride back to Garden City, and with a GCPD escort the team bus was able to deliver that title on 7th Street to the many parents, friends and residents on Sunday afternoon. The season was truly an historic run for the team and coaches, as they finished their perfect season with a 23-0 record.

Boys Varsity Soccer earns prestigious awards

Senior captain Thomas Fargione earned three awards including Conference Defensive Player of the Year, All County Recognition and All State Recognition. Senior Captain Jacob Cooper earned two awards including the Christian Melendez Memorial Scholarship and All

In the last five minutes of the half, GC continued to attack and had two good chances, both with Luca Profeta on the ball. The first was a free kick from Profeta from 25 yards out that couldn’t connect. And the second, and last chance of the half

Conference Recognition. The Christian Melendez Scholarship was established by the Nassau County Soccer Coaches in remembrance of Christian, a soccer player from Mineola who lost his life in a tragic accident while in high school and is awarded to a player who “lived like a champion beyond the soccer field”.

With Clarence looking to generate more offense to get back in the game, the middle of the field started to open up for GC. This played right into the Trojan game plan as the open space allowed them to control the ball with their quick passes and good touches on the ball.

The insurance goal came off the foot of Nassau County scoring leader Myles Watson as he deftly worked the ball into

Senior Dylan Fisher earned two awards, including All County

Recognition and All State Recognition.

Senior Oliver Williams earned two awards including Playoff MVP Award and All County Honorable Mention. Additionally, the following players were also recognized. Senior Michael Karcher was awarded Conference Goalie of the Year, and senior captain Charlie Koester and senior Jack Costa both received All County Recognition. Senior Jack Shorr, junior

As the game entered the final fifteen minutes, Clarence began pushing more players into the attack and had a good chance that Ian Pupke closed in on and forced the shooter to go wide of the goal. But with under six minutes remaining in the game Clarence made the game interesting. Attacking down the right sideline the ball was crossed into the middle and a Red Devil player was able to avoid the GC defense and with a quick one touch shot pushed the ball passed Pupke to make the score 2-1. The goal was the first given up by GC in the playoffs, official scoring

Thomas Schreier and sophomore Cole Watson each received All Conference Recognition. Senior James Martin received the Senior Scholar Athlete Award.

Special mention should be made of the excellent coaching and dedication to the team from head coach Paul Cutter with assistants Luke Connolly and Mike Lind, team managers Ryan Cappello and Henry Schnell, athletic trainer Anthony Navaro and Athletic Director Ed Ramirez (GCTrojanNation).

Congratulations especially to all the seniors, many of whom have been with the team for the past two or three seasons.

Congratulations to all the boys that won awards and to all the members of the team and coaches on an incredibly successful and fun season. Go Trojans!

Photos by Ed Rotondo

Varsity Soccer team leaving for the NYS Championship weekend.

GC Wrestling continues the Bobby Menges legacy

The Garden City Wrestling team supports the “I’m Not Done Yet Foundation” honoring Bobby Menges, a 2015 Garden City High School graduate and devoted member of the wrestling program.

In this spirit, the team is coordinating fundraisers and it began with the bonding tradition of running as a group in GC Turkey Trot 5-Mile Run. The runners included parents, wrestling alumni, and family members, because we are “never done” supporting one another.

A heartfelt thank you goes out to Liz Menges, Bobby’s mother, and the I’m Not Done Yet Foundation for sponsoring our runners and donating team T-shirts.

Bobby was diagnosed with cancer at age five. Wrestling became a central part of his story, as he embodied a wrestler’s mindset: perseverance and strength. Bobby continues to

serve as an inspiration and his legacy lives on with this team. Visit the foundation’s website to learn more

Bobby Menges - He’s Not Done Yet

GC wrestlers gather on Thanksgiving to run the Turkey Trot to honor the legacy of fellow wrestler Bobby Menges.

GC Wrestling continues the Bobby Menges legacy

about its mission, and how service to others continues to support adolescent and young adult cancer patients and survivors to live their lives the way they deserve: https://www. imnotdoneyetfoundation.org/

And the Garden City Wrestling Team is Not Done Yet! This run served as the kickoff to the annual Bobby Menges Memorial Wrestling Tournament, taking place December 12 and 13 at GCHS. It has grown into one of the largest and most competitive high school wrestling tourna -

ments on Long Island. Come cheer on our wrestlers and buy raffle tickets to help support both our team and the I’m Not Done Yet Foundation. A numbered list of the fourteen baskets can be found on https://qrco.de/bgLWOQ. If you cannot make the event, you can purchase raffles online (1 for $3, 5 for $10, and 25 for $20) and indicate your basket numbers and quantity of tickets in the “Venmo note” to @imnotdoneyet

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Troop 1387 meets Rockette

Garden City Girl Scout Troop 1387 met a Rockette on a tour of Radio City Music Hall over the weekend. The Brownie troop celebrated the 100th anniversary of Christmas Spectacular starring the Radio City Rockettes by seeing the show after the tour.