The Garden City News (4/17/26)

GIRLS LACROSSE IS BACK

The GCHS Girls Varsity Girls Lacrosse Team continued to prove why it sits atop the national rankings, delivering back-to-back nonleague victories over Rye (12–4) and LaSalle Academy (14–6) during a demanding stretch of spring break competition. See pages 52-53

School Board reviews budget proposal

BY KASSARA MCELROY

The Garden City Board of Education continued its review during its April 14th budget session of the proposed $142.4 million budget for the 2026-27 school year. Discussions centered on investments in technology, special education, athletics, and projected enrollment trends.

The plan represents a $4.6 million increase, or 3.36%, over the current budget while remaining within the state’s

2.98% tax levy cap.

A demographic study by Western Suffolk BOCES found that enrollment has remained relatively stable over the past decade but is expected to gradually decline through 2035. The district projects a decrease of about 290 students over the next ten years, driven largely by lower birth rates and smaller incoming kindergarten classes. With fewer students entering kindergarten than graduating each year, officials expect a

steady net decline.

District leaders shared plans for ongoing investments in cybersecurity and tech systems aimed at supporting both “student safety and daily operations.” Priorities for the coming year include expanding AI literacy in alignment with New York State standards, developing a districtwide framework for artificial intelligence, strengthening vendor vetting processes, and establishing clear guidelines for

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Edgemere Road Firehouse project moves forward

BY RIKKI MASSAND

At the Garden City Board of Trustees meeting on Monday, April 6, Building Department Superintendent Giuseppe Giovanniello provided the Board with an update on the GCFD Fire Station No. 2, which is located at Edgemere Road and Stewart Avenue.

The Building Department has been informed that contractors will begin placing fencing around the site to secure the area on or about April 21. Delivery of the structure to house apparatus during construction is expected on April 29.

“They will start putting that together, which takes about three to four days, and then we can take the apparatus out of the building. It will be stored in the garage along with the firefighting gear and equipment. From there, we can start working on the actual building, hopefully within a month and a half, in advance of the project’s intended start date of June 1. I think we are on our way with that project,” Giovanniello said.

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Village eyes 3.91% tax levy increase

BY RIKKI MASSAND

The Village of Garden City Board of Trustees will hold the annual public hearing on the proposed budget of approximately $74,159,000 next Thursday, April 23, beginning at 7:30 p.m. in Village Hall. The budget consists of $73,659,000 plus $500,000 that the Board would allocate toward the ‘Reserve for Termination Payouts.’ If approved following the hearing, the year-over-year budget increase would be $2.4 million (3.4%).

The proposed municipal tax levy is approximately $57.9 million, representing a 3.91% increase year over year. This comes

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We heard a comment this week from a resident who disagrees with our decision two weeks ago to publish the story about how misinformation was spread just prior to the village election in March. The person said that he thinks that the paper did a disservice to the community and that it would cause people to stop reading our pages.

Obviously we disagree with that comment, but it does raise the question of what is newsworthy in the context of a local newspaper.

Our two major criteria are (1) Is it interesting? and (2) Is it true?

Deciding what is “interesting” is completely subjective, but in the case of the village election we’d published approximately 120 letters to the editor

in the three weeks leading up to the vote, so we think it’s safe to say that there was a burning public interest in the election. And as far as criteria #2, in all the criticism we received, none of it successfully refuted any of the facts in the story.

“Is it interesting?” also guides our placement of letters to the editor. In our page layouts there is only a small section of letters on page two, and the rest are jumped deeper into the paper. We choose the page two letters based on what we think are the strongest, most “interesting” letters that will draw subscribers to read that column.

We can’t please everyone, but we’re doing out best to interest as many readers as possible.

Questionable conclusions

To the Editor:

CAP Trustee Richard Catalano’s letter last week offered a tidy interpretation of recent Village politics, but it left out important context and drew questionable conclusions.

His central claim is that, after early success, voters began turning away from FABGC because of its supposedly “negative tactics,” while moving toward CAP’s “more constructive” and “solutions-oriented” approach. That is a difficult conclusion to sustain. If campaign tone truly determined outcomes, then the 2021 election, which Catalano also characterizes as negative, would not have ended in a decisive FABGC victory. By the same logic, this past election cycle, which included especially troubling and newsworthy conduct by some CAP supporters, would have produced another FABGC landslide. It did not. Elections are influenced by many factors, and it is too simple to treat results as proof of one side’s theory about “negativity.” The analysis also leaves out the many substantive accomplishments of FABGC trustees.

It is also worth remembering that Trustee Catalano himself was an active part of the political climate he now criticizes, both as a CAP campaign manager and candidate. In a 2023 Facebook thread, for example, Catalano accused FABGC of using a “Democratic playbook for ballot harvesting,” running a “false whisper campaign,” and having questionable dealings with its campaign attorney, who was falsely portrayed in many circles as a Democratic Party implant dictating policy. Earlier, leadership out of his Estates POA was also circulating claims that FABGC stood for masking students and other such nonsense. These were serious allegations, and false ones, and they contributed to the same atmosphere of distrust that Catalano now laments. Any fair account of how tensions developed should include that history.

It is also important to distinguish between hard political criticism and

outright fabrication. Catalano’s letter tends to blur that line, but the difference matters. Recent reporting in the Garden City News described the creation of a fake website, a fake memorandum of understanding, and a deepfake AI video by a CAP supporter targeting FABGC candidate Jo-Ann Frey on positions she never took without any known comment from CAP or Mr. Catalano. By contrast, Trustee Catalano was quick to post what he called a “FAKE FABGC RUMOR ALERT” in March 2023, apparently in response to questions about whether a CAP candidate was being unduly influenced by Sands Casino promoters. Oddly, I didn’t see any FAKE CAP RUMOR ALERT this year.

The same distinction applies to Trustee Catalano citing FABGC’s 2026 “deal with the devil” meme featuring Mayor Finneran and Governor Hochul. Whether one found the image persuasive or provocative, it was tied to a real policy concern. In February 2023, the Village itself described Governor Hochul’s housing plan as a “major concern” for Garden City and ordered an inventory of Village-owned properties that could be affected. Later, Mayor Finneran publicly proposed “pausing” on St. Paul’s to consider a public-private partnership there, and the Village’s January 2026 St. Paul’s report confirmed that such an approach would indeed require Albany’s approval. In that sense, the FAB image was political commentary on a real issue, not the invention of a false one. CAP later moved away from its position, arguably because the criticism, including the meme, had struck a nerve.

More broadly, this debate has shown how deeply the St. Paul’s issue has affected the Village. On many issues, candidates on both sides likely have more in common than their supporters sometimes acknowledge. But St. Paul’s has become a recurring source of division, not only in elections, but in relationships among neighbors. I say that as someone who once supported preservSee page 47

The Earth comes to Garden City

BY JENNIFER REHM

They splashed down just days ago. On April 10, NASA astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen returned to Earth after a 10-day journey around the Moon aboard the Orion spacecraft Integrity — the first humans to travel to the vicinity of the Moon in more than half a century. From 252,756 miles away, they looked back at a small, luminous, fragile planet hanging in the dark.

Now, that view is coming to Cathedral Avenue.

Beginning April 25, the Cathedral of the Incarnation in Garden City will host Gaia, the internationally celebrated artwork by British artist Luke Jerram: a six-meter (20-foot), internally illuminated replica of Earth constructed from detailed NASA satellite imagery, suspended in the Cathedral’s soaring Gothic nave. The residency, titled “This Fragile Earth, Our Island Home” — a phrase drawn from the Episcopal Book of Common Prayer — runs through May 31 and will mark the first time Gaia has ever been exhibited in a house of worship in the United States.

“After the profound impact of the Museum of the Moon last spring, we knew we wanted to continue explor-

ing the intersection of art, science, and faith,” said The Very Rev. Canon Michael T. Sniffen, PhD, Dean of Long Island. “With Gaia, we turn our attention from our celestial companion to our own fragile home, inviting reflection on our responsibility as stewards of creation.”

Accompanied by a specially commissioned surround-sound composition by BAFTA award-winning composer Dan Jones, Gaia aims to inspire what scientists call the “Overview Effect” — the awe and renewed sense of environmental responsibility that astronauts

describe upon seeing the whole Earth from space. It is an effect the Artemis II crew now knows firsthand. It is one, the Cathedral hopes, their neighbors in Garden City can share.

Five Weeks, Countless Doors In

What distinguishes this residency from a simple gallery show is the Cathedral’s conviction that a 20-foot sculpture of the Earth suspended in a Gothic nave deserves more than opening hours and a guest book. The programming that surrounds Gaia is as wide-ranging as the community it hopes to reach — and it is built on a simple premise: that there are many ways to be stopped in your tracks by something beautiful and true, and not all of them involve sitting quietly in a pew.

The residency opens on April 25 with “Fight for Earth” Day — a free, all-day collaboration with the Diocese of Long Island’s Creation Care Commission that includes a celebration service in the morning and a spring festival in the afternoon, featuring Adelphi University students, tree planting, children’s crafts, and a panel on environmental peace. That same evening, the already soldout Half Step, one of the Northeast’s most acclaimed Grateful Dead tribute See page 41

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Volunteer Fair planned for library on April 22

National Volunteer Week begins Sunday, April 19. Volunteers expand needed programming and impact of nonprofit organizations across Long Island which touch the lives of the most vulnerable and maintain a safety net for so many unable to care for themselves particularly those who are food or housing insecure. Volunteers also actively contribute to animals, cultural arts, education, emergency services, environment, health, youth and seniors among other important aspects of community life on Long Island.

While the people and program numbers are staggering, the economic impact is tremendous—volunteers not only contribute their time (which according to independentsector.org for NYS is $38.48 per hour), they also regularly donate to nonprofit fundraising, donate new and gently used goods they have locally purchased and use their own means of transportation to get to volunteer assignments.

The intrinsic value of volunteering is most felt within—finding a passion and living it through service brings out the best in ourselves. It is said “volunteering isn’t nice, it’s necessary.” Volunteers should take a bow during NVW and know they are not only the

backbone of the nonprofit sector but also that the consequences of their selfless acts are felt every day across the spectrum of Long Island life.

In conjunction with National Volunteer Week, the Garden City Public Library is hosting a volunteer fair in conjunction with the Long Island Volunteer Center on Wednesday, April 22, from 5:30 to 7 pm.  The volunteer fair will be held on the lower level and there is no fee to attend.  In addition, youth will be eligible for community service hours.  Confirmed tablers include American Red Cross, Book Fairies, Ethical Friends of Children, Friends of the Garden City Public Library, Garden City Bird Sanctuary, Garden City Volunteer Fire Department, HANK Services for Seniors, Long Island Volunteer Center, Mineola-Garden City Rotary Club, NYU Langone Hospital-Long Island, Parker Jewish Institute for Health Care & Rehabilitation, The INN, and Willing Hearts Helpful Hands, with more expected to sign on.   If you are seeking a good fit as volunteer, please join us to discover the ways you can give back!  For more information, email info@longislandvolunteercenter.org or call 516-564-5482.

Garden City PTA News

Order Next Year’s School Supplies Today for Grades K-8!

Orders are now being taken for the PTA's annual school supply fundraiser for students entering grades K-8 in Fall 2026. The school supply boxes are:

• Teacher selected and approved!

• Convenient! Get every item your child needs quickly and easily

• Organized! Supplies come in one easy-to-store box

Most importantly, 100% of proceeds support the children in all of our schools! To order, check out the informational flier at gardencitypta.org/school-supplies. Then visit https://site.educationalproducts.com/ and use school ID GAR054 (3 Letters/ 3 Numbers). The last day to order is April 19. Supplies will be available for pickp on Saturday, June 6, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. at the Garden City Middle School.

Save the Date - All-Schools PTA Meeting and Vote May 6

Join us Wednesday, May 6, at 7:30 p.m. in the GCMS Cafeteria for our final All-Schools PTA meeting of

the year. We will be voting on our preliminary budget for 26–27 as well as some proposed updates to our GCPTA bylaws. We must make a quorum to vote, so please stop by!

Annual Sponsorships Still Available! Email sponsorships@gardencitypta. org.

Other Important Dates

• School Supplies Order Deadline: 4/19

• Middle School PTA Meeting rescheduled to Thursday 4/23 @ 7 p.m. on Zoom - check your email for the registration link.

• Joint Elementary PTA Meeting: 4/24 @ 9 a.m.- check your email for the registration link

• Sportswear Sale ends 4/26

• All-Schools PTA Meeting & Vote at GCMS: 5/6 @ 7:30 p.m.

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154 Wellington Road, Garden City Open Houses

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This timeless Colonial blends classic architecture with refined living in the coveted Garden City Estates Section. Set on an 8,000 sq ft lot, the home welcomes you with a gracious entry foyer featuring high ceilings and a sense of comfort and elegance throughout.

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The first-floor showcases a formal living room with fireplace and glass doors leading to an expansive backyard— complete with patio and lush green space—perfect for entertaining. A formal dining room, spacious open-concept kitchen, and family room also open to the yard. Additional highlights include a powder room, laundry area, and a wellappointed wet bar.

Upstairs, the second-floor hosts three bedrooms and two full baths, including a spacious primary suite with a walk-in closet. The third floor offers two additional bedrooms and another full bath. The lower level provides ample storage, utilities, and a secondary laundry area.

A two-car detached garage completes this exceptional property. With timeless curb appeal, low taxes, and a prime location close to two LIRR stations, top-rated schools, parks, and village shops, this home offers a rare opportunity to own a beautifully proportioned residence that truly embodies Garden City charm.

Spotlight on Business: Spring in the Village

SUBMITTED BY THE GARDEN CITY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

As the seasons change and warmer weather arrives, Garden City comes to life in a way that only spring can bring. With sidewalks refreshed, storefronts brightened, and outdoor spaces re-emerging, Chamber businesses are embracing the season—offering fresh merchandise, seasonal menus, and inviting experiences that make spring in Garden City truly special.

Shopping: Fresh Finds for a New Season

Local boutiques throughout the Village are showcasing spring collections filled with lighter fabrics, vibrant colors, and updated styles perfect for the season. Window displays have shifted to reflect spring trends, and are featuring seasonal promotions and new arrivals to help shoppers refresh their wardrobes and homes.

From fashion and accessories to gifts and home décor, Garden City’s shops provide a personalized shopping experience that big-box stores simply can’t match. With Mother’s Day just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to stroll through the Village, pop into your favorite stores, and discover something new.

Dining: Al Fresco Season Returns

One of the most anticipated signs of spring is the return of outdoor dining, and Garden City’s restaurant scene is ready. Many Chamber restaurants—throughout 7th Street, Franklin Avenue, and New Hyde Park Road—have begun setting up their outdoor seating, where guests can enjoy everything from morning coffee to evening dinners in the fresh air.

Seasonal menus are also making their debut, with lighter fare, fresh ingredients,

and spring-inspired dishes taking center stage. Whether you’re meeting friends for brunch, enjoying a family dinner, or grabbing a quick bite, the Village offers a wide range of dining options that cater to every taste.

Wellness: Refresh, Renew, Rejuvenate

Spring is also a time for self-care and renewal, and Garden City’s wellness businesses are stepping up to meet that need. From spas and skincare studios to fitness and holistic wellness providers, many are offering seasonal treatments and services designed to help clients look and feel their best.

Whether it’s refreshing your skincare routine, trying a new wellness treatment, or recommitting to fitness goals, local wellness businesses provide expert care in a welcoming, community-focused environment.

A Community in Bloom

The recent spring clean-up of 7th Street not only enhanced the appearance of the Village but also reinforced the Village’s commitment to maintaining a vibrant, inviting downtown for all. These efforts, combined with the enthusiasm of local business owners across all of Garden City’s commercial corridors, create an atmosphere that truly shines during the spring months.

Garden City’s charm is rooted in its strong sense of community, and that spirit is especially evident this time of year.

This spring, the Garden City Chamber of Commerce encourages everyone to shop local, dine local, and support the businesses that make our community thrive. Whether you’re a longtime resident or a first-time visitor, you’ll find that spring in the Village is something special.

Estates POA 2026 scholarships

The Property Owners Association of the Garden City Estates (Estates POA) announces that it will be awarding up to three $1,000 2026 Yuter-Newman Estates POA Scholarships and that the application is now available.

This merit-based scholarship will be awarded to one or more 12th grade students (from any public or private high school) that reside in the Garden City Estates section. The applicants must be accepted to, and planning to attend,

a four-year college full-time in the fall. The selection of the winners will be by the Estates POA Scholarship Committee and will be based on academic excellence and the level of involvement in local civic causes and community service. To download an application, visit the POA’s website at www.gcestates. org/scholarships. Applications must be received by Thursday, April 30, 2026 to be eligible.

Chess Nuts hold Winter Session Tournament

Grades 3 & Under (Juniors, from left): Toby Haber (tied first place), Autumn Yip (honorable mention), Sean Turley (honorable mention), Nathan Hung (tied first place), Luke LoPorto (second place).

Grades 4 & Up (Seniors) (from left): Edward Sheehan (honorable mention), Leo Trocchia (second place), Vincent Trocchia (tied first place). Missing: Jordan Wasserman (tied first place), Adam Haber (honorable mention).

The Long Island Chess Nuts, a highly acclaimed non-profit organization is now in its 30th year of expanding children's minds thru chess. They recently ended their Winter Session with a chess tournament in Garden City. About to hit a milestone?

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Garden City Real Estate Market Information

101 Wetherill Road

RECENT REAL ESTATE SALES IN GARDEN CITY

Date: 04/15/2026

Sold price: $3,000,000

4 bedrooms, 4 baths

Architectural Style: Colonial

Property size: .6 acre

Square feet: 3,620

MLS number: 929000

The Seller’s Team: Christina Miller Hirschfield, Compass Greater NY

The Buyer’s Team: Maureen Lagarde, Howard Hanna Coach

101 Wetherill Road offers 3,620 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space on an oversized .60-acre property, blending timeless curb appeal with modern comfort. Built in 2005 and meticulously maintained, the home features radiant floor heating throughout most of the residence, 4-zone central air, gas heat, and multiple flexible living and entertaining spaces.

From the elegant living and dining rooms to the expansive great room with wet bar, wine fridge, and second gas fireplace, the home is equally suited for everyday living and hosting on a grand scale. The primary suite addition is a true retreat, complemented by three additional generously sized bedrooms and multiple full baths.

A private backyard with mature plantings, two garages, and a versatile lower level with guest suite or gym complete this exceptional offering.

100 Hilton Ave # M4

Date: 04/13/2026

Sold price: $955,000

2 bedrooms, 3 baths

Architectural Style: Condominium

Square feet: 1,465

MLS number: 939532

The Seller’s Team: Linda A. Mulrooney, Daniel Gale Sothebys Intl Realty

The Buyer’s Team: Lisa Heaney, Daniel Gale Sothebys Intl Realty

Move right into this Beautifully Renovated Duplex. Its first floor includes lovely redone Open Kitchen w/ large quartz island, high end appliances & custom Shaker cabinets w/pantry & ample available storage. Great Room on main level has large DR and LR areas both w/access to 268 sq ft patio. New flooring, exquisite custom wall moldings and & redone Powder Rm complete the 1st level. The second floor has Primary BR w/custom closets & Spa Bath, Second Bedroom w/en-suite bath, & laundry w/new washer & dryer. The Wyndham Common Areas include an indoor pool, gym, exercise room, party room, movie theater for residence only. Included in Common Charge are Private Storage Cage & 2 Valet Parking Spaces. Move right into this immaculate, beautifully finished unit. Additional information: Appearance: Mint

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Teacher of the Year

Dorothy Niemira, GCHS Class of 2009, was selected as the 2025 NYS AHPERD Adapted Physical Education Teacher of the Year. Dorothy was recognized for her dedication, hard work, leadership and commitment to education during her 11 years at P255 in Queens. The award was formally presented to Dorothy this past November at a cere-

mony at Turning Stone Casino attended by her proud family and friends. Additionally Dorothy was elected president of the Adapted PE and Sports section, where she will start her two year term advocating for APE and program planning for the state PE conference.

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TOP LARGE TEAM

BY BOB MORGAN, JR.

We  live in turbulent times, and recent days have been no exception. There was no immediate progress in the talks between the United States and Iran that took place in Pakistan last weekend. America currently is blockading the Iranian ports on the Strait of Hormuz, but no one knows how successful this will be. There is much confusion and uncertainty.

But confusion and uncertainty certainly are not unique to our time. It was the prevailing emotion during another unexpected and difficult situation that occurred this week 81 years ago. On April 12, 1945, Franklin D. Roosevelt, certainly one of our most consequential Presidents, died and was succeeded by Harry S Truman. President Roosevelt had completed three terms as President, and had been recently inaugurated for his fourth.

April 12, 1945 is not frequently commemorated in the media anymore, and few readers of this column will personally recall that far off day. Nevertheless, for the generation that preceded mine, this date, along with December 7, 1941, Pearl Harbor Day, were the ones that people always remembered. I did once discuss President Roosevelt's death with my mother, who described it as an emotional time, with many tears among her friends and many people her age (she was in college and just turning 21) having little or no memory of any other President. My father, who met my mother five years later, was in the armed forces in Europe that day.

Of course, April 1945 would have been a difficult time in the United States even if the President had not died. The country had been in World War II for more than three years, with millions of young men (and a few young women) sent overseas to serve. The war was moving in a very positive direction in Europe. (Germany surrendered the next month), but Japan had still not been subdued.

Even with the victories in Europe, the war weighed on everyone. Overall American deaths in the war would exceed 400,000. Domestically,

the war completely changed society, with tremendous anxiety among families of troops overseas, as well as rationing and other economic dislocations at home.

On April 12, 1945 President Roosevelt was in a vacation home in Warm Springs, Georgia.  He was 63 years old.  He had been confined to a wheelchair since the 1920’s but neither this status nor his poor overall health was made clear to the country.  The President went through some correspondence while his portrait was being painted, when he was suddenly stricken with a cerebral hemorrhage.  Efforts by doctors to treat and revive him proved fruitless and he died a few hours later.

Meanwhile, in Washington, Vice President Truman had chosen to preside over the United States Senate that day, as was his constitutional prerogative, but was summoned back to the White House.  There he was told by President Roosevelt’s widow, Eleanor, that the President had died.  Mr. Truman, who had only been vice president for 82 days, took the oath of office as President about two hours later.

As it happened, Mr. Truman, although uninformed as vice president on the American weapons program, including the development of the atomic bomb, quickly settled into his role as commander in chief.  In a few months, he made the fateful decision to deploy these weapons over Japan and the war finally ended.

It is not clear how much parallel there is between our time and the death of Franklin D Roosevelt 81 years ago. Still, it is a reminder that situations that seem difficult and long lasting can sometimes be expeditiously resolved with the help of the right person. In 1945, Harry S Truman proved to be the unexpected leader that moved our country forward and out of a difficult war.  Now the hope is that we will also find  leadership – whether from the White House, the military, or even the President’s opposition, who can effectively point the way toward resolving our latest crisis.

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46 Wyatt Road, Garden City

Designed for both everyday living and effortless entertaining, this home features generous living spaces, including a family room with French doors leading to a patio, a living room with a fireplace, a formal dining room, and an eat-in kitchen.

The basement is finished, complete with recreational space, bar, laundry and utilities. Thoughtfully updated. Perfectly located. Effortlessly livable.

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Historical Society plans exhibition of garments

Pat and Evelyn prepare garments for exhibit.

BY MELISSA JAEGER,

ON BEHALF OF THE TGCHS MUSEUM COMMITTEE

Ok I’ll admit it … when I first mentioned “lawn dresses” for The Garden City Historical Society (TGCHS) Garment Exhibit, I was uninformed. I thought they were so-called because they were worn on the lawn for leisure/entertaining. Turns out, they refer to a fine type of lightweight linen (fine combed cotton) produced in Laon, France (pronounced “lawn”). This fabric originated from the 18th-century French linen. And became popular during British rule in India and Pakistan, because it was breathable and comfortable in hot temperatures. It is also known as handkerchief linen. It is crisper than voile fabric, but not as crisp as organza, which can be a little stiff. Though it is most often white, or off-white, it can be dyed or printed.

I mention all this because May 4th–9th TGCHS Museum will be open daily 12:00–3:00 p.m. for a smallscale Garment Exhibit of vintage and antique clothing. We will display ladies’ lawn dresses, which should be fun, now that you know what they are.  All of the garments in our collection have been donated to TGCHS over the years. Just last month, we received some items, including: an adorable toddler outfit (which I refer to as “little boy blue”),  a beautiful wom-

an’s embroidered nightie, a vintage Lucite pocketbook, a vintage decoupage pocketbook, vintage ladies’ hats and some baby blankets/pillows. We plan to showcase a number of these items at the exhibit. These garments help to keep our exhibits fresh and ever-changing. Museum volunteers will also provide a guided tour of the Museum, including its recently re-furbished bedroom and meeting room on the second floor.

Kicking off the Exhibit, we will have a lecture at the TGCHS Museum on Sunday, May 3. Having grown up on Long Island’s Gold Coast, Monica Randall, noted Long Island author, has always been fascinated by the homes and the ladies who lived in them. Early in her career, she began scouting locations for movies and has worked on the sets of The Great Gatsby, The Gilded Age and The Age of Innocence. Her lecture, “Legendary Women of Long Island,” focuses on stories surrounding the wealthy socialites of Long Island’s Gold Coast. She will talk about the interesting lives of socialites Edna Woolworth (Barbara Hutton’s mother), Alva Vanderbilt, Zelda Fitzgerald, and Ann Woodward, to name just a few. This promises to be a fascinating lecture!

Sunday, May 3, 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. Tickets are $20/person. Space is

limited. Tickets may be purchased on Eventbrite and in the TGCHS Exchange Consignment Shop at the lower level. Light refreshments will follow the lecture. The Shop is open Monday–Friday, 10–4:00 p.m. (Wednesdays until 6:00 p.m.) and Saturdays noon – 4:00 p.m..

And, just in time for Mother’s Day, the week’s activities will culminate in a flower-making activity on May 9 (12:00–3:00) in the Museum. Elementary-aged kids are invited to make tissue paper flowers. Museum volunteers will oversee and assist the kids in this activity.

Except for the lecture, the Garment Exhibit and the flower-making activities are open to the public at no cost.

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Knights invite tributes to mothers and fathers

The St. Joseph-Bishop Baldwin Knights of Columbus Council No.15809 invites parishioners and village residents to be part of their tenth annual Mother ’ s and Father’s Day Tributes which will appear in The Garden City News issues of May 8 and June 19.

These beautiful, full-color Tributes will feature a heartwarming photo of a mother with her infant baby for the Mother’s Day Tribute and a touching photo of a father and his children for the Father’s Day Tribute.

Printed below the photos will be a special list of names of parishioners and village residents who wish to express the love and gratitude that they have for their mothers and fathers and to recognize their parents’ sacred roles in cooperating with God's Divine Plan to provide the most precious of gifts - the gift of life.

The Knights invite participants, who wish to add their names to the Mother’s Day and Father’s Day Tributes in The Garden City News, to send their names and a small donation of $20 to St. JosephBishop Baldwin Knights of Columbus Council c/o Mr. Tony Bennett, 84 11th Street, Garden City, NY 11530.

St. Joseph-Bishop Baldwin Knights of Columbus Council No. 15809 members PGK Hector de Marchena, Deputy Grand Knight Stephen Hassett, Chancellor Tony Bennett, Parochial Vicar Rev. Hilary Nwajagu, Grand Knight Joe Levano, PGK John Mastanduono, PGK John Delany, and PGK Michael Ogazon, Sr. prepare for their upcoming Mother’s and Father’s Day Tributes to appear in The Garden City News.

Checks are to be made payable to: Knights of Columbus Council No.15809.

The Knights ask that participants indicate how they would like their name to appear. (Examples: John Doe, Mary Doe, In Memory of …..).

It is recommended that each participant include an email address or cell phone number in case there is a question regarding how a submitted name is to appear.

Names and donations must be

received by Friday, May 1, 2026. The members of the Knights of Columbus hope that the Mother’s Day and Father’s Day Tributes will bring fond and loving memories for all.

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.

Newcomer, re-elected Trustees sworn in

Re-elected Deputy Mayor Judy Courtney and Trustee Vincent Muldoon took their oaths of office Monday, April 6, 2026 during a brief ceremony at Village Hall, along with newcomer Gerard Smith, who hails from the Estates and will begin his first, twoyear term. Trustee Jessica Tai, who was also re-elected in March, was unable to attend the meeting and will be sworn in at the April 23, 2026 Board meeting.

The Trustees join Mayor Ed Finneran and Trustees Michele Beach Harrington, Rich Catalano and Yvonne Varano on the Board.

Deputy Mayor Courtney, who garnered 2,132 votes during the March 18 election, is a lifelong resident of Garden

City. She served nine years as an Eastern Property Owners’ Association (EPOA) director, including two as president, and as the East representative on the Traffic Commission. In this second, twoyear term, she will continue serving as Commissioner of Building & Planning, Chair of the Committee to Fill Vacancies on Boards and Commissions, Chair of the Public Information Committee, and as a member of the Traffic Commission. Trustee Muldoon, who also hails from the East, begins his second, twoyear term after garnering 2,189 votes March 18. He will continue serving as Fire Commissioner and Public Works

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IN MEMORIAM

John Michael Spellman

September 14, 1944 – April 8, 2026

John Michael Spellman, a distinguished attorney, devoted educator, and pillar of the Garden City and Mineola communities, passed away on April 8, 2026, at the age of 81.

Born on September 14, 1944 to Warren and Edna May Spellman, John was the first of fourteen children. As the eldest, he naturally stepped into a leadership role for his eight sisters and five brothers, a position of guidance and care that he held throughout his life.

John’s life was deeply rooted in faith and a love of learning. He attended Most Holy Trinity in Brooklyn before pursuing his calling with the Marianists at the University of Dayton, where he earned his B.A. in 1965. His educational journey continued at St. Louis University, eventually leading him to a career in law. He earned his Juris Doctor from St. John’s University School of Law and later obtained a Master of Laws (LL.M.) from New York University.

John’s professional life was a testament to his commitment to justice and community. He began his career in the classroom, teaching at Maria Regina High School, before transitioning into a legal career that spanned nearly half a century. A licensed attorney for 49 years, John founded and built his practice in Mineola, specializing in civil rights, land use, and zoning. He was the founding partner at Spellman Walsh, LLC (now Spellman Gibbons Polizzi Truncale & Trentacoste, LLP). Throughout John’s career, he dedicated much of his practice to public service, representing the Villages of Mineola, Williston Park, Roslyn and many other clients.

Beyond his professional achievements, John was a compassionate member of his community. He was instrumental in supporting Dominican Village, The Garden City Community Fund, Harvest House, Birthright, and Common Bond- an organization for former Marianists. His heritage and community ties were further reflected in his involvement with the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick, as well as his deep-seated support for Kellenberg Memorial and Chaminade High School.

Outside of his professional life,

John M. Spellman

John found great happiness in the simple pleasures of life. He was an avid golfer who cherished afternoons on the course spent with dear friends- especially the Woodpeckers. John loved cooking with his family and making Thanksgiving and Christmas Eve dinners legendary by having large gatherings of relatives and friends over. His happiest moments were often found on the water, taking his grandchildren on boat rides on “Two of a Kind” in Tiana Bay.

On May 26, 1972, John married Kathleen Eich Spellman, beginning a 53-year journey of love and partnership. He was a proud and devoted father to his two daughters and their husbands: Kathie and Brian Scollard, and Christine and Doug Bersani.

His greatest legacy is found in his seven incredible grandchildren: John, Catherine, MollieMay, Elizabeth, and Ryan Scollard; and Mary and Danny Bersani. John will be remembered as a man of great intellect, faith, integrity, and humor, whose legacy lives on through his large family and the countless lives he touched.

Visitation was held on Sunday, April 12 at Fairchild Sons Funeral Home. A Funeral Mass was held on Monday, April 13 at St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church, Garden City.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in John’s memory to The Spellman Family Scholarship at The University of Dayton. https://www.givecampus. com/campaigns/7956/donations/ new?designation=spellmanfamilyendowedscholarship&

Fire alarm

On April 8th, Garden City Police and Firefighters responded to County Seat Drive for a fire alarm that was found to be malfunctioning.

Campus altercation

Garden City Police officers responded on April 8th to Adelphi University for an altercation.

Power outage

On April 8th, Garden City Police responded to Franklin Court to address concerns of a power outage stemming from a transformer fire in Hempstead.

Alarm investigation

Garden City Police responded to Pine Street on April 8th for an unknown audible alarm; investigation determined a fire alarm was set off in error by dust at a residence, with GCFD at the scene.

Suspicious male

On April 8th, GCPD officers responded to the vicinity of Homestead School for a suspicious male, who was subsequently transported to the hospital for treatment.

Construction alarm

Garden City Police and Firefighters responded on April 8th to Franklin Avenue for a fire alarm which had been set off in error due to construc tion.

Suspicious person

On April 9th, Garden City Police responded to Nassau Boulevard to investigate a suspicious person. The per son was no longer at the scene.

Burnt food alarm

Garden City Police and Firefighters responded on April 9th to a Meadbrook Road residence for an automatic fire alarm activated by burnt food.

Signal outage

On April 9th, GCPD officers responded to Washington Avenue at St. James Street North for a report of a traffic signal out in all directions. Traffic was directed until corrected.

Water main break

Garden City Police officers respond-

ed on April 9th to New Hyde Park Road for a report of a water main break. The Garden City Water Department handled repairs.

Auto accidents

On April 9th, GCPD officers responded to two auto accidents.

Medical calls

GCPD officers responded on April 9th to five aided cases.

Cooking alarm

On April 9th, Garden City Police and Firefighters responded to a 7th Street business for an automatic fire alarm activated by cooking.

Youth disturbance

Garden City Police officers responded on April 9th to 7th Street east of Franklin Avenue for a group of youths causing a disturbance on bicycles. The group was gone upon arrival, and the Youth Detective continued monitoring.

Neighbor dispute

On April 10th, Garden City Police officers responded to a Hampton Road residence for a dispute regarding a shared property line.

Housekeeper confusion

Garden City Police responded on April 10th to a Kenwood Road residence for a report of an unknown female seen entering via security video. She was identified as the authorized housekeeper.

Identity theft

On April 10th, GCPD officers responded to a Stewart Avenue residence for a report of identity theft involving stolen and altered checks resulting in financial loss.

Workplace dispute

GCPD officers responded on April 10th to a Commercial Avenue address for an employee refusing to leave. The individual left prior to police arrival.

CO alarm

On April 10th, police and firefighters responded to a Kildare Road residence for a carbon monoxide alarm caused by a faulty detector.

Missing property

GCPD officers responded on April 10th to a Kingsbury Road residence for sunglasses valued at $200 which were reported missing from a parked car.

Locked out

On April 10th, GCPD officers responded to a Hilton Avenue business where patrons were locked out. A key holder was located and the issue resolved.

Medical calls

Garden City Police responded on April 10th to four aided cases.

Auto accidents

On April 10th, GCPD officers responded to two auto accidents.

Battery alarm

On April 11th, Garden City Police and Firefighters responded to a Locust Street residence for an automatic fire alarm activated while charging a battery.

Loose dog

Garden City Police officers responded on April 11th to Newmarket Road near Kildare Road for a large loose dog. The animal was located and returned to its owner.

Domestic dispute

On April 11th, police responded to a 2nd Street residence for a verbal dispute determined to be a domestic incident.

Library lawn sleeper

Garden City Police responded on April 11th to the Garden City Library for a male sleeping on the lawn. He was found to be resting before boarding a train.

Dirt bike report

On April 11th, Garden City Police responded to Garden City High School for a report of youths riding dirt bikes on the football field. No individuals or damage were found.

Auto accident

Garden City Police officers responded on April 11th to one auto accident.

Medical calls

On April 11th, GCPD officers responded to two aided cases.

Lift assist

On April 12th, GCPD officers responded to the Wyndham West on Cherry Valley Avenue to assist a male resident who was unable to get up. No injuries were reported.

911 hang-up

Garden City Police responded on April 12th to an Adams Street residence for a 911 call in which the caller hung up. They determined to be accidental.

Stuck vehicle

On April 12th, GCPD officers

Little League Parade

Saturday, April 18th

Don’t miss the Garden City Little League parade honoring America’s 250th birthday on Saturday, April 18. The parade steps off at 9:00 a.m. You can cheer on the marchers on Franklin Avenue, 7th Street, Hilton Avenue and the Stewart Avenue Gazebo. Join in on some Little League traditions: singing of the Star Spangled Banner; ceremonial first pitch; banner judging contest for most patriotic; cheering on our softball and baseball players; and taking part in the first ever baseball card swap (bring your cards and pins for some fun trading) sponsored by the L.I. Comic Shop and Garden City’s own Jim Michalak.

Update: EPA Old Roosevelt Field Site: After a six-month negotiation between senior members of our staff, lawyers, Trustees and me vis-avis EPA Regional Director Michael Martucci and several senior members of his team, an agreement was reached on several procedural issues and we signed off on a Consent Agreement concerning the Old Roosevelt Field Superfund site. Importantly, the EPA had the right to do the work with or without the Village’s consent but they routinely contact the subject Village, et.al., as a matter of course to obtain their consent before commencing their project.

The Agreement will allow the EPA to undertake additional remedial action in the Village on Garden and Grove streets, resulting in the further treatment of underground contaminated water emanating from the former Roosevelt Field Airfield. Some of the issues we addressed with the EPA include: the assignment of a Project manager who can be contacted during business hours and by email after hours; a public information session(s) for residents; discussion and adoption of “construction disruption protocols;” and, the obligation “to return the disturbed area to its pre-construction aesthetic standard.”

The EPA, as well as the Village, has been addressing the Old Roosevelt Field bloom for numerous years following its placement on the Superfund National Priorities List. Be assured the water being treated has not entered our Village well system and the project is essentially a “belt and suspenders” effort to further treat the

underground water as it migrates past the Village and toward Hempstead.

We have been advised that the work will likely commence in Spring 2027. When the project begins the EPA will be constructing new groundwater extraction wells, associated well vaults, and pipes to move the underground water to a new treatment facility in Uniondale just over the border from Garden City’s eastern most boundary just south of Grove Park.

Public Hearing

FY 2027 Budget

efinneran@gardencityny.net

the Queens Interlocking project. The LIRR will also be taking advantage of this outage to rehabilitate the Hilton Avenue grade crossing.

Queens Interlocking Signal Pre-Testing

There will be no Hempstead Branch service operating, however there are some unique service changes in effect:

be reduced to hourly in both directions.

Hilton Avenue Grade Crossing Rehabilitation

• At a high level, the LIRR will be removing the existing rubber pads, intervening asphalt paving and installing new concrete pads and repaving this crossing.

• Road closures will be managed by MTAPD.

The Board will hold a public hearing on the FY 2027 budget and thereafter likely vote thereon during the April 23, 2026 meeting. All budget presentations will be available for review on the Village website under the Finance Department tab.

Smart Irrigation Controller Rebate Program

Residents replacing their standard automatic irrigation system clock timers with EPA WaterSense labeled smart irrigation controllers can still take advantage of a rebate program which would result in a onetime rebate of $100 on their water bill. Customers requesting the rebate will be responsible for submitting a receipt for the purchase and installation of a smart irrigation controller to the Village Water Department, which may be subject to inspection and verification by Water Department personnel. This rebate only applies to controllers purchased after the adoption of this Board resolution on February 6, 2025. This program runs for two years, through March 31, 2027. Anecdotally, I understand the annual savings on “summer watering” will pay for more than a few cups of joe at your favorite shop, several burgers (same way) and some not-so-cheap seats at Citi Field or Yankee Stadium!

LIRR Upgrades

During the weekends of April 18 and 25, the LIRR will continue its signal upgrades between Floral Park and Queens Village stations as part of

• For Hollis, Queens Village, and Elmont-UBS Arena, there will be westbound train service via Huntington Branch trains. There will be no eastbound train service at these stations. NYCT will cross honor riders in both directions between Jamaica, Hollis and Queens Village.

• For Stewart Manor, Nassau Boulevard, Garden City, and Hempstead, bus service will be provided to and from Mineola.

• For Bellerose and Country Life Press, NICE Bus will accept LIRR tickets on nearby routes.

•Ronkonkoma Branch service will

• This work will be conducted each Friday night (April 17 and April 24) at 10:00 p.m. until the following Monday morning (April 20 and 27) at 4:00 a.m.

• Once work is complete on these weekends, LIRR crews will return at a later date to complete the final paving of the crossing.

Riders are encouraged to use the TrainTime app to plan their rides as well as check the MTA’s planned services webpage.

Arbor Day Celebration

An Arbor Day celebration will be held Friday, April 24th at 2:00 p.m. on 7th Street, by the Veterans Memorial. This year’s tree will be an Elm donated to the Village by the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR). Hope to see you there.

Plant sale, car wash at GC Community Church

BY MELVA VICTORINO

The Garden City Community Church (GCCC) will be holding its annual plant sale and car wash event on Saturday, May 9,  from 8:00 a.m. –12:00 p.m. (Noon) rain or shine to support its youth mission trip to Colorado Springs, CO. Each year,  the youth of the GCCC take a week away from their summer vacations to travel to another part of the country, and serve a community in need.  This summer will be no different! From July 12th  – 18th, approximately 20 youth and adult leaders will travel to Colorado Springs. Working in partnership with Next Step Ministries, the youth will have the opportunity to work on construction projects and experience some relational ministries by helping to rebuild the life of single moms with children who live in poverty.

To accomplish this ministry , the youth are having their annual plant sale and car wash.  We hope you will come down to purchase some beautiful flowers to support our youth.  Our plant sale will have a large variety of beautiful plants including begonias, bounce and

New Guinea Impatients, dahlias, geraniums, lantana, Gerber daisies, petunias, andevilla, hibiscus, mixed potted plants and baskets and much more.  You will be sure to head home with beautiful flowers for your garden and something special for Mother's Day too! We look forward to seeing you!

Visit GCCC for other projects, events, and worship services. Regular church services are on Sundays at 10:30 a.m. in-person and live-streamed. To get information regarding its virtual and in-person worship services and programs, visit its website at www.theGCCC.org.

Garden City Community Church warmly invites all to worship and connect with a community of faith. No matter who you are or where you are on your life’s journey, you are welcome at GCCC. The church offers worship services, programs, and events for all ages, including weekly Sunday worship at 10:30 a.m. (in-person and livestreamed), church school classes every Sunday, and youth group gatherings every other Sunday evening. For additional information about in-person and virtual services and programs, visit www.theGC-

CC.org.

Garden City Community Church is part of the United Church of Christ (UCC) and is an Open and Affirming congregation, welcoming all people of

all ages, races, gender identities, and sexual orientations. The church is located at 245 Stewart Avenue, between Whitehall Boulevard and Kensington Road.

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IN MEMORIAM

Wanda Rogowski

Wanda Leona Rogowski, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 11, 2026 in Garden City at the age of 82. Born in Woman’s Hospital in New York City, Wanda lived an exceptional life filled with love, dedication to her family, and grace.

Wanda’s early years were filled with her passion for the arts and education. She attended PS 26, the prestigious High School of Performing Arts, and The Juilliard School. She later earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in mathematics from Queens College. Her academic achievements laid the foundation for a diverse and accomplished career.

Wanda began her professional journey as a ninth-grade math teacher at JHS 217 in Queens, where she inspired countless students with her knowledge and enthusiasm. She later transitioned into the corporate world, working at the international headquarters of Tambrands on Long Island. For over two decades, Wanda served as a paralegal at one of Long Island’s largest and most esteemed law firms, where her professionalism and dedication left an indelible mark.

Beyond her career, Wanda was deeply committed to serving her community. She was an active volunteer for the PTA and dedicated her time to the auxiliaries of Winthrop Hospital and Schneider Children’s Hospital. Her nearly two decades of service to the Girl Scouts included roles as a troop leader, Consultant Organizer, Troop Services Chairwoman, and Village Community Chairwoman. Wanda’s contributions enriched the lives of many and reflected her generous spirit.

Wanda’s personal life was equally vibrant, embracing a wide array of interests. When she wasn’t spending time with her nine grandchildren, she was an avid skier and tennis player who enjoyed swimming, traveling, and playing Mahjong and canasta with her many friends. Her love for music extended into active participation as a member of the North Hempstead Senior Chorus and the St. Joseph’s Church choir, a role that allowed her to share her voice and spirit with the community. At just 14 years old, she toured with the traveling company for the musical “Carousel”, showcasing her talents as both a dancer and a singer. Whether performing or engaging in everyday life, her elegance and grace shone through in everything she did, espe-

cially as a debutante and the Patroness of the Kosciusko Foundation Debutant Ball at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel.

Family was always at the heart of Wanda’s life. She was predeceased by her beloved husband Paul but carried forward their shared devotion to their family. She is survived by her sister Eugenia Slezak; her three daughters: Julia Teneva; Yvonne Varano (Sal); and Karen Bertapelle (Allen); as well as nine beloved grandchildren: Agnieszka Simon, Tekla Simon, Matthew Varano, Alexis Varano, Paul Varano, Stefan Rogowski, Konrad Rogowski, Victoria Bertapelle, and Edward Bertapelle.

Wanda never missed an opportunity to celebrate life's milestones with her loved ones. Whether attending baptisms, First Communions, Confirmations, music concerts, recitals, dance performances or sporting events—she was always present to support those she held dear. Her love for travel brought joy to many family adventures and ski trips, while her appreciation for theatre, opera, and ballet reflected her enduring passion for the arts.

Wanda will be remembered not only for her accomplishments but also for the warmth she brought to everyone she met. Her legacy is one of elegance and devotion to family, to the community, to her faith, and a life lived fully with purpose, laughter, and love.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Memorial Sloan Kettering, and Good Shepard Hospice.

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IN MEMORIAM

E. Patricia Dolan

E. Patricia Dolan died at her home in Garden City on April 12, 2026 at 82 years old after a long and courageous fight. The love of Pat’s life was her family, past and present. Mom loved everything about her children Debbie, Maureen and her husband Mark, John and his wife Jocelyn, and Dan and his wife Ellen. Nana cherished her grandchildren, Blake, Savannah, Miles, Shane, Jayden, and Emelia. Patti treasured her cousins and extended family. She is also survived by her sister, Gean. She was predeceased in death by her father and mother, William and Edna Coleman, and brother, Bill, all of whom she adored.

Pat grew up in Hollis and attended St. Pascal’s High, where she made life long friends. She eventually moved to Garden City where she raised her four children. While raising her children, Pat earned a nursing degree. She was a registered nurse that many in town will remember as Mrs. D., the nurse at the Garden City High School. Later Pat became a Nurse Practitioner. Professor Dolan also taught nursing at Molloy and Adelphi Colleges. Pat relished in helping others.

Beyond her family, Pat had several other passions. She was a life long fan of Duke Snider and the Brooklyn Dodgers. On St. Patrick’s Day, Pat’s kitchen was filled with what seemed like a hundred Irish Soda Breads that she made for all she knew. After all it was one of her favorite days of the year. She loved playing thirty-one, kings in the corner, bridge, canasta, Mahjong, and any other game with her family and friends. Throughout her life, some of Pat’s most special times were spent sitting down chatting with friends over a cup of coffee or tea. Pat’s everlasting Catholic faith aided and guided her.

Pat loved to have fun. She was an active fan at all of her children’s and grandchildren’s activities, often

E. Patricia Dolan

the loudest voice in the stands. She had so much fun at one of her favorite places, the beach, especially her cabana at Sun and Surf Beach Club. Socializing with her friends brought Pat such joy. Living at the Wyndham was Pat’s dream.

Pat was a strong person and loyal friend. She helped innumerable people during her life, which was cut way too short. Whatever you called her, Mom, Nana, Pat, Patti, Mrs. D., or Professor Dolan, she was loved by many people and will be missed by them all.

Visitation: Friday, April 17, 2026, from 3 pm - 8 pm, at Fairchild Sons Funeral Home, 1201 Franklin Ave, Garden City.

Funeral Mass: Saturday, April 18, 2026, at St. Anne’s Church, 35 Dartmouth St., Garden City. Burial to follow at the Cemetery of the Holy Rood, 111 Old County Rd., Westbury. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to bcrf.org & lidementia.org

When Expertise Meets Compassion – Confidence Follows

IN MEMORIAM

Charles X. Connick

Charles X. Connick (“Chuck”), 75, of Garden City, New York, passed away peacefully on March 29, 2026.

Chuck lived a life defined by purpose, hard work, and devotion to those he loved. He was born on July 22, 1950, in Arsdley, New York, and was raised in a large, close-knit Irish Catholic family as the third of seven siblings. From an early age, Chuck distinguished himself as an altar boy, track star, and dedicated student. He attended Cornell University’s School of Industrial Relations, where he was member of the rugby team and Alpha Tau Omega fraternity. Working his way through college, Chuck demonstrated early on the determination and work ethic that he carried with him throughout his life. After graduating, Chuck attended Hofstra University School of Law, where he earned his law degree; it was also during this time that he met his beloved wife, Judy.

Chuck went on to build a distin -

guished career as a highly respected trial attorney. His law firm was his second home, where his coworkers became an extended family. He earned the respect of colleagues and clients for his sharp intellect and unwavering sense of justice. He was deeply dedicated to protecting the livelihoods of the doctors, veterinarians, and other professionals he represented. His love of horse racing and animals shaped his commitment to veterinary malpractice defense, leading to his authorship of a chapter entitled “Veterinary Malpractice” in Principles and Practices of Veterinary Anesthesia and recognition from the Veterinary Medical Association of New York City for his outstanding service to veterinary medicine.

Chuck will be remembered for his generosity and his boundless love for his family. There was nothing Chuck loved more than spending time with “his girls” — Judy, Christie, Kim, and Allison. In his leisure time,

IN MEMORIAM

Janice Kerr

Janice Kerr passed away peacefully at the age of 83, surrounded by family, on Thursday, April 2, 2026, in Ithaca, New York, after spending most of her life in Rego Park, Queens and Nassau County, Long Island.

She is survived by her loving children Dawn Grover (Scott) and James Locke (Jennifer), her cherished grandchildren Cameron and Lily Grover and Baylen Huey, and her sister and best friend Barbara Seubert. She will also be missed by her beloved niece and nephews Amy Griffo, Myke and David Seubert, as well as countless close friends from

her full and happy life.

Jan was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Marie Kerr; her brother, Charles (Buddy) Kerr and his wife, Karen Kerr; and her dear friend, Herb Seidell.

Jan was an intelligent and accomplished woman. She became a registered nurse in 1963 and retired as nurse manager of the Ambulatory Surgery Unit of LIJ Hospital, earning the respect and friendship of many colleagues from St. Claire’s Nursing School and throughout her career.

Jan loved to travel, with her family or her faithful travel buddies, to destinations domestic and abroad.

Chuck could often be found running, biking, reading historical literature, and sharing cherished moments with family and friends on the beach at Westhampton Beach.

Chuck is survived by his beloved wife of 50 years, Judy; his daughters, Christie Connick, Kimberly Connick Glisker (Tim), and Allison Heath (Adam); and his five cherished grandchildren, Madison, Connor, and Brendan Heath, and Ellie and Holly Glisker. He is also survived by his siblings, Thomas Connick (Rosemary), Nancy Daniele (Robert), Peter Connick (Ann), Tim Connick (Marsha), Margaret Connick, and Kate Connick; his mother-in-law, Barbara Hoffman; his sister-in-law, Jill Edwards (Steven); and his brother-in-law, Jeffery Hoffman (Patricia). He is reunited in heaven with his parents Arthur and Ann Connick, and his father-in-law, Edwin Hoffman.

Chuck will be deeply missed by all who knew him. His life will be celebrated by his family and friends.

She was a fierce and loyal source of support for her children and grandchildren, dedicated to helping them discover and enjoy new places and experiences. She was an avid and talented bridge player. She loved to read and learn new things. She loved a good cup of Tetley tea with lemon and greatly enjoyed exploring her favorite city, Manhattan.

There will be a celebration of life for family and close friends on Thursday, April 30, followed by a funeral mass on May 1 at 10:15 am at St. Joseph’s in Garden City, NY. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Hospice.

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St. Joseph’s Religious Ed students deliver cheer

On March 18, the eighth-grade students of the St. Joseph Religious Education Program demonstrated the true meaning of "faith in action" by creating Spring Cheer Bags to benefit the New York Metro Division of the Ronald McDonald House Charities.  The initiative, organized as part of the community service component of their Confirmation preparation, resulted in 100 cheer bags delivered to Ronald McDonald House.

For these students, the project was more than just a collection; it was a practical application of their preparation for Confirmation. Inspired by the Gospel’s call to service, the students

donated a variety of items including individually-packed snacks, drinks and small toys and created cheer bags for the patients and their siblings at RMH.  Students also created a heartfelt notes of encouragement in each bag and decorated the gift bags in the spring theme.  This project allowed the 8th grade Confirmation candidates to move beyond the classroom and make a tangible difference in the lives of others, embodying the spirit of compassion that defines St. Joseph's parish.

For more information on St. Joseph Religious Education program, please visit https://stjosephchurchgc.org/religious-education/.

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Volunteer Fair

Garden City Public Library

Wednesday, April 22, 2025 from 5:30 to 7 pm

Find ways to give back and build community.

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Over 15 organizations will be seeking volunteers to expand essential programs and services, including:

American Red Cross • Book Fairies • Ethical Friends of Children • Friends of the Garden City Public Library • Garden City Bird Sanctuary • Garden City Volunteer Fire Department • HANK Services for Seniors • Long Island Volunteer Center • MineolaGarden City Rotary Club • NYU Langone Hospital, Long Island • Parker Jewish Institute for Health Care & Rehabilitation • The INN • Willing Hearts Helpful Hands and more!

Questions: info@longislandvolunteercenter.org 516-564-5482 www.longislandvolunteercenter.org

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

Can You Find These Eggs?

Search the Library for painted eggs as part of our annual Spring Egg Hunt! These eggs were painted by teen volunteers in March and April. Teen volunteers painted 120 eggs, which are currently on display in the Library, but patrons need to find the 10 pictured above and write down their location in order to complete the scavenger hunt. Patrons can participate in the scavenger hunt anytime they visit the Library until April 30. Patrons of all ages can participate! The scavenger hunt sheets to participate are available at the Library. Thanks to all the teen volunteers who painted eggs this year in order to make this program possible!

Upcoming and Ongoing Library Programs for Tweens and Teens

These programs are for tweens and teens in Grades 6-12 unless otherwise noted. Registration is required for these programs on LibCal at https:// gardencitypl.libcal.com unless otherwise noted.

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

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

• Ongoing: 100 Books Before Graduation - Register online here: https://forms.gle/j262hNm4tGsvR8wz9. After you register, pick up your 100 Books Before Graduation Packet located at the Library to participate!

• Saturday, April 18, at 3 p.m.: Teen STEAM Workshop:

Recycle Challenge with Chris Buchman (Grades 6–12)

• Tuesday, April 14, at 10 a.m.–Thursday, April 23 at 4 p.m.: Ornaments for Community Service (Grades 6–12)

• Monday, April 20, at 4 p.m.: Teen Manga Mondays (Grades 6–12)

• Tuesday, April 21, at 4 p.m.: Tween Tuesdays (Grades 4–7)

• Wednesday, April 22, at 5:30 p.m.: Volunteer Fair (No Registration Required; Grades 6–Adult)

• Thursday, April 23, at

The Garden City Public Library is partnering with the Long Island Volunteer Center again this year to host a Volunteer Fair in April! The Volunteer Fair will be held on Wednesday, April 22, at 5:30 p.m. at the Library to celebrate National Volunteer Week. The Volunteer Fair is for tweens and teens in Grades 6-–2 as well as adult patrons, who will be able to learn about different volunteer organizations and ways they can get involved in the community.

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

4 p.m.: Pizza and Pages: Teen Book Club (Grades 6–12)

• Friday, April 24, at 3:30 p.m.: Teen Clubhouse (Grades 6–12)

Registration begins Tuesday, April 21, at 10 a.m. online at https://gardencitypl.libcal.com for the following programs:

• Tuesday, April 28, at 4 p.m.: Teen VolunTuesday (Grades 6–12)

• Wednesday, April 29, at 4 p.m.: Teen Art Workshop (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 until Friday, April 17, 2026: Poetry for Community Service - No registration required. Up to 5 poems can be submitted per volunteer.

• Ongoing until Friday, May 15, 2026: America 250 Recipe Cards for Community Service - No registration required. Up to 5 poems can be submitted per volunteer.

• Ongoing until Friday, May 1, 2026: Teen Art and Creative Writing Showcase 2026 - No registration required. Up to 3 pieces of art and 3 pieces of writing can be submitted per volunteer.

• Ongoing until Friday, May

Spring is here and at the Library Book Sale

Let’s make your favorite flavor of ice cream. Puppy love!

What says “Spring is Here” more than gardening, making ice cream or walking your dog in warm weather? You’ll find both books and silent auction raffle baskets about these activities and much more at the library book sale May 2 and 3. A wide selection of books for readers of all ages will be available. Silent Auction bids on the baskets will begin at the library circulation desk about a week before the sale. Sponsored by the Friends of the Garden City Library, the sale will be held two days:

Saturday, May 2:

• From 9:30–4:00, you will be able to buy wonderful, gently used books

• Place Silent Auction bids on baskets

15, 2026: America 250 What America Means to Me Project for Community Service - No registration required. Up to 2 submissions (1 writing and 1 art) can be submitted per volunteer.

• Ongoing until Friday, May 15, 2026: America 250 Art and Writing Showcase for Community Service - No registration required. Up to 3 pieces of art and 3 pieces of writing can be submitted per volunteer.

• Ongoing until Friday, May 15, 2026: Teen Social Media Team’s America 250: What America Means to Me Video Project - No registration required, but parents must sign a volunteer form located at the Library. One video can be submitted per teen volunteer for this project.

• Ongoing: Teen Social Media Team - No registration required, but parents must sign a volunteer form located at the Library. Up to four social media content items can be submitted per volunteer monthly.

• 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.

Tweens Craft, Snack, and Hang Out Over Spring Break

During Tween Tuesday

program launched earlier this year for tweens and teens currently in Grades 6–12. For every 10 books read, you will get 10 tickets to trade in for a prize in our prize cabinet. Pick a prize, or save them until you collect more tickets to use later toward a bigger prize! You will receive 25 bonus tickets at 20, 40, 60, and 80 books and 50 bonus tickets at 100! Plus, when you reach 100 books you will get your name up on  our Hall of Fame Wall of Readers!

• Sign-up began January 5, 2026. Not in 6th grade yet? You can sign up beginning June 15 of the summer before you enter 6th grade!

• You must finish the challenge by June 15 of the year you graduate high school

• Track what you’re reading on this reading log. You can only track books you have read after you have signed up for this program.

• Any book (physical, eBook, and audio) you read that’s on your reading level after registering counts towards the goal. This includes books read for school! The only books that do not count towards the goal are books read before you register.

• While we love rereading, for this challenge, each book you read needs to be a book you’ve never read before.

• Hate the book you started reading? As long as you read 50% of the book, you can count it toward this challenge!

Sunday, May 3:

• From 1:00-3:00, Book Sale and Silent Auction bids

• Raffle baskets winners will be announced at 3:00 on Sunday

All proceeds will be used to support the Garden City Public Library including the very popular Museum Passes, Monday Movie Matinees, special programs, furniture and the Lower Level Renovation Project

The Garden City Public Library’s website is gardencitypl.org where you will find information about the Friends of the Library and the Book Sale. The library is located at 60 Seventh St, Garden City, NY.

Tweens in Grades 4–7 hung out with friends, crafted, played board games, built with LEGO, and enjoyed snacks and drinks during Spring Break as part of Tween Tuesdays! Tween Tuesdays was held on Tuesday, April 7, at the Library. The next Tween Tuesday will be held on Tuesday, April 21, at 4 p.m. Register online via LibCal at gardencitypl.libcal.com.  Each Tween Tuesday will have a variety of activities and supplies; each Tween Tuesday might have different supplies and activities available. This program is for tweens in Grades 4–7.

New 100 Books Before Graduation Challenge!

Tweens and teens are asked to read 100 books before they graduate! This

Register online here: https://forms. gle/j262hNm4tGsvR8wz9 or using the QR code. After you register, pick up your 100 Books Before Graduation packet located at the Library to participate!

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News from the Children’s Room

Please join us on April 22 at 4:00 p.m. for STEAM Fun Club - Grades K–2.

Upcoming April 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.

New Storytime Registration Rules

Children’s programs are extremely popular! To give as many children as possible the chance to enjoy storytime, each child may register for one storytime per week. Please choose the session that best fits your child’s schedule and interests.

If a child is registered for more than one storytime, the librarian will select which session the child will

Please join us on April 25 at 10:30 a.m. for Matters of the HeART - 2 to 5 Years (Not in Kindergarten).

attend. As space allows, we will continue to welcome children from the waiting list and walk-ins.

If your child is registered, please arrive at least 5 minutes early. At the start time of the program, if your registered child is NOT checked in, you will forfeit your child’s spot to a child on the waitlist or walk-in list.

• Monday, April 20, at 10:30 a.m.: Toddler Storytime - 18 Months to 3 Years

• Monday, April 20, at 11:30 a.m.: Mixed Age Storytime - Birth to 5 Years (Not in Kindergarten) 5 years (not in kindergarten).

• Tuesday, April 21, at 10:30 a.m.: Mother Goose Storytime - Birth to 17 Months

• Tuesday, April 21, at 11:30 a.m.: Mixed Age Storytime - Birth to 5 Years (Not in Kindergarten)

• Wednesday, April 22, at 4:00 p.m.: STEAM Fun ClubGrades K–2

• Thursday, April 23, at 10:30 a.m.: Mixed Age Storytime - Birth to 5 Years (Not in Kindergarten)

• Thursday, April 23, at 11:30 a.m.: Mother Goose Storytime - Birth to 17 Months

• Thursday, April 23, at 4:00 p.m.: Grades 3 to 5 Art

• Friday, April 24, at 11:00 a.m.: Dance Party - 2 to 5 Years (Not in Kindergarten)

• Saturday, April 25, at 10:30 a.m.: Matters Of The HeART - 2 to 5 Years (Not in Kindergarten)

• Monday, April 27, at 10:30 a.m.: Toddler Storytime - 18 Months to 3 Years

• Monday, April 27, at 11:30 a.m.: Mixed Age Storytime - Birth to 5 Years (Not in Kindergarten)

• Tuesday, April 28, at 10:30 a.m.: Mother Goose Storytime - Birth to 17 Months

• Tuesday, April 28, at 11:30 a.m.: Preschool Craft - 3 to 5 Years (Not in Kindergarten)

• Wednesday, April 29, at 10:30 a.m.: STEAM Preschool Building - 6 Months to 5 Years (Not in Kindergarten)

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

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

• Thursday, April 30, at 3:00 p.m.: Sensory Play Session - 3 to 7 Years

• Thursday, April 30, at 4:00 p.m.: Kid Gaming ClubGrades 3–5.

Unattended Child Policy

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

Adult Services at the Garden City Public Library

Monday Movies

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

April 2026 Movies -

April is Action Movie Month

4/20/26“ Bullitt ” , PG, 1968, 104 mins.

4/27/26 “ Men in Black ” , PG-13, 1997, 98 mins.

May 2026 Movies

5/4/26“ Point Break ” , R, 1991, 121 mins.

5/11/26“ The Devil Wears Prada ” , PG-13, 2006, 109 mins.

5/18/26“ Shawshank Redemption ” , R, 1994, 142 mins.

April and May 2026 Programs

Next Step Italian Classes Thursdays, 11–12 noon in the Large Meeting Room

We have added the following classes to Mrs. Lea Brunetti’s popular Learn Italian program. This is considered to be an Intermediate class.  Thursdays:

• April 23

• May 7

• May 21

Even if you were in the previous winter session, you must REGISTER again.  Please register online at LibCal at https://gardencitypl.libcal.com/. For additional information contact Adult Services at (516) 7428405 ext. 5236 or email speakingofbooks@gardencitypl.org.

Classes EXTENDED for Chairobics and Strength Training!

Wednesdays from 11 a.m.–12 noon in the Large Meeting Room

We have added the following seven dates to this very popular program!

• April 22

• April 29

• May 6

• May 20

• May 27

Even if you have been previously registered for the winter session, you must REGISTER AGAIN.

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.

Adult Crocheting and Knitting with Lupe Wednesdays, April 22, May 6 and 20

from 7–8 p.m.  in the Large Meeting Room Crafter, knitter and crocheter Lupe Velasquez will be on hand to teach, help and suggest projects to do. Please register online at LibCal at https://gardencitypl.libcal.com/. Register once to cover the entire series. For additional information contact Adult Services at (516) 7428405 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 Open Play

Wednesdays from 9:30–11 a.m. and 6–8 p.m. Small Meeting Room unless otherwise noted

• April 22

• April 29

• May 6

• May 13

• May 20

• May 27

We are offering the opportunity to sign up for open play Mah-Jongg for all. In order to hold the room, registration is required. The room will be set up in groups of four and is open to all who would like to play.  Please note there is no instruction for this program. You must bring your own mah-jongg board.

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.

Jim Coll Presents: Understanding the 1980 Election Wednesday, April 29 from 2–3 p.m. in the Large Meeting Room

A pivotal contest that would shape the country's future, the 1980 presidential election lived up to the hype and became one for the history books. In this lecture we will seek to get a better sense of the issues, the primary battles on each side of the aisle, the impact of previous election cycles, the electoral map shaping the campaigns and the candidates for chief executive.

Jim Coll has been a lecturer at the Garden City Public Library for sev -

eral years, and his specialty lectures are on American history and the Constitution. Since this is the 250th anniversary of America, Jim has agreed to do a lecture a month the entire year to celebrate the history of America. Join James Coll, a constitutional historian at Hofstra University and an adjunct professor of American and Constitutional history at Nassau Community College. He lectures to Library and Community Groups on U.S. Constitution and history topics.  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.

Organize Me! of NY, LLC Presents: How to Manage Your Paper (Without Losing Your Mind!)

Monday, April 27, from 7–8:15 p.m. in the Large Meeting Room

Organize Me! of NY, LLC presents a one-hour organizing presentation followed by a short Q & A (15 mins). In this presentation you will learn techniques on how to easily manage incoming mail, address paperwork that has piled up, and find important documents needed to file taxes without stress. We also teach how to create a command center for handling short-term, active paperwork AND how to handle long-term filing at any organizing level, including the simplest filing system you’ve ever seen.

Empire Safety Council Defensive Driving Saturday, April 25, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the  Large Meeting Room

Join us on Saturday, April 25, 2026 from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. for a Defensive Driving Course with the Empire Safety Council. Receive 10% reduction on automobile/liability insurance and qualify for a license point reduction. Register in person at the Garden City Public Library. Space is limited, so check with the Reference Department for availability. Register separately for each person. Proper ID is required when registering an absentee party. You must bring a $33 check made payable to Diana Wilbur, APW and current Library card with you to register. Bring your valid New York State driver ’ s license and a pen to class.

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.

Creative Pillow Making

with Barbara Anerella

Thursday, May 7, from 2–4 p.m. in the Large Meeting Room

Join Barbara Anerella and create and handstitch your own fabulous pillow. Material, pillow-stuffing and sewing supplies will be provided.  Sew and make your own pillow and bring home that day!

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.

Tout Ruban Presents: Patriotic Wreath Craft Saturday, May 9, from 1–3 p.m. in the Large Meeting Room

Commemorate 250 Years of Liberty! Join us for a landmark crafting experience as we celebrate the United States! This isn ’ t just a wreath-making class, it's an opportunity to create a lasting symbol of pride to hang on your home during this historic 250th anniversary year. You'll design a premium American wreath that honors our nation's journey from 1776 to 2026.

Learn how to:

• Master the Deluxe Patriotic Bow: Learn the “ pro-loop ” technique to make a multi-layered, voluminous bow using premium wired ribbons. This show-stopping centerpiece will give your wreath a high-end, designer finish.

• Design your floral composition: Explore the principles of balance and texture as you select and arrange a curated palette of red, white, and blue botanicals.

• Assemble your 14 ” grapevine wreath and learn the proper way to secure stems and accents to a natural grapevine base, ensuring your creation is durable enough to display for the entire 250th anniversary season.

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 out -

F riday, April 17, 2026

Adult Services at the Garden City Public Library

ages, lack of registration, or other unforeseen circumstances. If contact information has been provided for registration, a direct attempt will be made to notify participants

Hidden Gems: A Title Swap Book Discussion

Tuesday, May 12, from 11 a.m. to noon in the Small Meeting Room

Join the Adult Services Librarians for Hidden Gems: A Title Swap Book Discussion.  Share what you’ve been reading recently and learn about the newest hits and old titles that you may have missed! Garden City Public Librarians will lead this discussion.

Participants who don’t have a chance to read a book before the program are still encouraged to join to get book recommendations for future reads.

Town of Hempstead Presents Narcan Training

Wednesday, May 13, from 6:30 to 8:30 in the Large Meeting Room

Training includes:

• How to identify an overdose victim, administer the Narcan kit, and contact emergency officials.

• Obtain a Narcan certification and a Narcan kit.

Registration is required online through the Town of Hempstead at toh311.net/narcan-signup.

Bingo for Adults

Fridays, May 15 and June 19, from 11 a.m.–12 noon in the Large 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.

Museum Passes: Children’s Museum Pass and Benefits to Change May 15

Important Announcement: Beginning May 15, 2026, the Long Island Children’s Museum (LICM) will be a Print-on-Demand pass. In

addition, the benefits included will change.

• LICM New Print on Demand Pass Terms: Free admission for 1 adult (the reserved cardholder) and 1 child Passes are good one day only, the date of the reservation.

• Please note: GCPL policies allow one pass checked out at a time per household.

• LICM requires the reserved cardholder to show their ID with the Print-on-Demand pass. The name on the ID MUST match the name on the pass.

• LICM will give the reserved cardholder $2.00 off for two additional general admission tickets. This cannot be combined with any other discounts.

• Additional visitors in the cardholder’s party will need to pay the full museum admission.

• Additional benefits include $2.00 off for up to four theater tickets on the same day.

The Library understands this is a big change to borrowers, but were made by the museum for the library pass program, effective upon the Library’s renewal date. Any comments or questions should be directed to the LICM at (516) 224-5800. Thank you for your understanding.

Eight Print-on-Demand Passes Added,  Thanks to the Friends of the Library

The Garden City Public Library is pleased to announce that, through the generosity and continued support of the Friends of the Garden City Public Library, eight additional museum passes are now available to our patrons.

The newly added passes include:

• The Frick Collection (Print on Demand)

1 East 70th Street at Fifth Avenue, New York, NY

Free admission for 2 adults (no children under age 10)

• Sands Point Preserve (Print on Demand)

127 Middle Neck Road, Sands Point, NY

Free parking and entrance to the preserve

• Garvies Point Museum & Preserve (Print on Demand)

50 Barry Drive, Glen Cove, NY

Free admission for 2 adults and 2 children (ages 5–12)

• The Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center (Print on Demand)

Welwyn Preserve, 100 Crescent Beach Road, Glen Cove, NY

4 general admission passes (not recommended for children 10 and under)

• Long Island Museum (Print on Demand)

1200 Route 25A, Stony Brook, NY

Free admission for 2 adults and 2 children under 18

• New York Hall of Science (NYSCI) (Print on Demand)

47-10 111th Street, Corona, NY

Free admission for 2 adults and 4 children under 18

• The New York Historical (Print on Demand)

170 Central Park West at Richard Gilder Way (77th Street), New York, NY

Free admission for 2 adults and 4 children under 18

• New York Transit Museum (Print on Demand)

99 Schermerhorn Street, Brooklyn, NY

Free admission for 2 adults and 4 children under 18

These additions join our current museum pass offerings, which include: the 9/11 Memorial & Museum, Cradle of Aviation Museum, Empire Pass, Guggenheim Museum, Intrepid Museum, Long Island Children’s Museum, Lt. Michael P. Murphy Navy SEAL Museum, MoMA, Firefighter’s Museum, Nassau County Museum of Art, Old Westbury Gardens, and the Vanderbilt Museum, Mansion & Planetarium.

We are deeply grateful to the Friends of the Garden City Public Library for making these valuable cultural and educational opportunities available to our community. Their generosity continues to enhance the library’s mission of lifelong learning and enrichment.

All of the newly offered passes are available via Print on Demand. In addition to the newly offered passes, these eight (8) additional museum passes are available by Print on Demand: Cradle of Aviation Museum,

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Guggenheim Museum, Intrepid Museum, Lt. Michael P. Murphy Navy SEAL Museum, Firefighter’s Museum, Nassau County Museum of Art, Old Westbury Gardens, and the Vanderbilt Museum, Mansion & Planetarium. 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, and do not have to be returned to the Library.

Passes for the following four (4) museums still need to be picked up at the Library: 9/11 Memorial Museum, MoMA (the Museum of Modern Art), the Long Island Children’s Museum (until May 14, 2026), 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. These passes also must be returned to the library by their due date and are subject to overdue charges (and cost of the next patron’s admission) if returned late, as per the Museum Pass agreement.

Museum passes are available only to Garden City Public Library cardholders in good standing who have signed the Museum Pass User Agreement in person at the Library. Museum passes may be reserved in advance and must be checked out by an adult (18 years and older), who must be present to pick up the pass at the Library.

Reservations can be made via LibCal on the Library’s website (www.gardencitypl.org), 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. Reservations will be taken up to one month in advance of the desired date, subject to availability on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations can also be made in person at the Adult Services Desk or over the phone.

For more information, visit the Library, call the Library Adult Services Desk at at 516-742-8405 x5236, or visit the Library website at www.gardencitypl.org.

From classes to lectures and concerts to movie screenings, there's never a dull day at your local library!

Check this paper each week for fun and informative all-ages activities, all for free or cheap!

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 & Long-standing members to build friendships, explore new interests, and give back to the community.  Whether you are new to our community or have resided here for an extended period of time and are looking for a new venture, we would love to speak to you. See below for details.

Par Tee Couples Golf Social April 25 | 7:30–9:30 p.m.

Neustryk Golf, 360 Jericho Tpke, Mineola

Grab your partner and your friends! It's time to tee up for a night of fun! The Garden City Welcoming Club invites you to a couples golf social where a little friendly competition, and great company are all par for the course to support Camp Anchor.

Food and Beverage: Light bites, beer, wine and canned cocktails will be served

Activities: Alternate shot 9-hole simulator play on the simulator. Prizes will be awarded, including a 5 session package to Neustryk as the 1st place prize!

Ticket Price: $50 pp. The simulator can fit up to 6 people and tickets can be purchased in packages up to 6.

Join Us for Golf Lessons! Lesson Dates

5 weeks of lessons, May 5 through June 6

Price: $155 for 5 weeks Weekly Time Slots Tuesdays 7:30–8:30 p.m.

Thursdays 11:00 am–12:00 p.m.

Saturday 9:00–10:00 a.m.

Location

Neustryk Golf, 360 Jericho Tpke, Mineola, NY

Program

Join the pros at Neustryk Golf 's new indoor facility and world-class performance technology. If you are brand new to golf and looking to learn fundamen-

tals or are a seasoned player looking for a tune-up, the lessons are inclusive of all experience levels.

Week 1: Golf Fundamentals

Week 2: Irons

Week 3: Woods & Drivers

Week 4: Chipping & Wedges

Week 5: On Course Strategy Contact welcomingclubgolf@gmail. com

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.

Follow Us!

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

GCHS students recognized in art, music programs

The Garden City School District has announced several outstanding achievements in the arts and music.

At Garden City High School, students Madeline Power and Mina DiLoreto have advanced to the next stage of the Roger Rees Awards process, a prestigious program that celebrates excellence in high school musical theater and recognizes outstanding student performers across the region. The students will audition on May 2 for the opportunity to perform at the Roger Rees Awards Showcase later in the month.

Additionally, GCHS student Kexin Su was selected to exhibit in the National Art Education Association’s National Art Honor Society Juried Exhibition, a highly competitive national showcase that highlights exceptional student artwork from members of the National Art Honor Society. Out of 2,007 submissions, Kexin’s work was one of just 87 pieces chosen for the digital exhibition, which opens on April 10.

“These accomplishments reflect not only the talent of our students, but also their dedication and ability to push themselves artistically,” said Ms. Akira Regan, Garden City’s director of music and the arts. “We are incredibly proud of the way they represent our program and our school community.”

One of the most distinct and special pleasures of the Mineola-Garden City Rotary Club is an occasional report about the careers and activities of one of our members. This past Tuesday, April 14, our featured speaker was Jack Warfield who is marking his first year of Club membership, and while retired, continues as a Maritime Arbitrator.

Members and several guests (including Garden City Mayor Ed Finneran and Colleen Foley, Chairperson, Board of Directors, Garden City Public Library), heard Jack’s accounts of his academic pursuits, having earned his BS in economics from Pennsylvania’s Juniata College and MBA from the New York Institute of Technology.

Along the way, Jack’s professional undertakings included the Radio Corporation of America (RCA), moving on to Pain Webber/UBS and Morgan Stanley before becoming associated with Burma Oil, and eventually running a ship and oil terminal business – “a great experience,” Jack vehemently emphasized.

Associated with the Society of Maritime Arbitration, Jack’s fascinat-

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Rotarian Reports on Maritime Arbitrator Career

ing stories included accounts of travel across the globe to myriad ports running a ship and oil terminal business. While retired, Jack keeps active as a Maritime Arbitrator helping to resolve maritime contract disputes.

An active Rotarian, Jack Warfield also serves as Mineola-Garden City Club liaison to the Mineola Chamber of Commerce attending chamber meetings from which he gathers reports and updates of the Mineola business districts.

To register for upcoming luncheon and breakfast meetings, (Fees: $40pp, luncheon meetings; breakfasts, $20pp, both payable at the door), please email mineolagardencityrotaryclub@gmail. com.

Upcoming Meeting Speakers

Tuesday, April 28, 12:15 – Lunch meeting, Davenport Press Restaurant. Guest Speaker, Stanley Carey, Superintendent of Water & Sewer, Inc. Village of Garden City. Topic: Water Quality within the Village.

Tuesday, May 12, 8am – Breakfast

Edgemere Road Firehouse project moves forward

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Trustee Vinny Muldoon explained that the general plan involves the use of temporary apparatus housing, essentially a structure to park the fire truck outside.

“It’s got to be heated and cooled, with electricity, and everything that goes with that. That’s number one. Then put up your temporary fence, complete the disconnects on utilities, and then it’s off to the races with demolition and excavation.”

Trustee Judy Courtney asked whether deliveries and equipment heading to Station No. 2 would impact local traffic or require road closures.

Giovanniello explained, “They’re going to probably come through the back of the building with everything and through that door. I’m trying to eliminate that. We’re going to fence the area, and they’ll have their own areas where they can drop off materials and everything else. Everything will be secured—for the time being, we’re going to need the driveway gate open until we actually move the apparatus. We are not going to block that, so we will still have access to Stewart Avenue.”

Trustee Rich Catalano raised concerns about nearby residents, asking whether those living closest to the firehouse had been contacted. “I’m sure

they’re going to have to have a lot of patience during this construction process,” Catalano noted.

Supt. Giovanniello said Village staff will go door-to-door “just to give them an idea about how we’re going to start mobilizing this project on April 21… I think there’s about six homes or so right across the street.”

“They’re going to see (and probably hear) some activity. We’re going to put a six-foot fence with silt around it, so residences will be obscured from what’s happening on the inside,” Giovanniello said.

He added that neighboring residents will be advised about safety, noise, and other relevant project details.

Building Department March stats

Giovanniello also reported on the Building Department’s performance for March 2026. The department performed 227 inspections, issued 144 permits, issued 63 certificates, addressed and completed 30 complaints, and collected $230,000 in revenue for the month.

Rec. and Parks updates

Following the annual reorganization portion of the April 6 meeting, the Board heard updates from Matt Nordt, chairman of the Board of Commissioners of Cultural & Recreational Affairs.

Regarding the St. Paul’s turf field, the turf was scheduled for delivery this

week, with installation possibly beginning early the following week (April 13). Nordt said that after installation, it would take about a week and a half to settle before finishing work begins.

Nordt also provided an update on the new Garden City Pool slide, noting that the footings have been poured and the project is awaiting delivery of the slide. The pool season is set to open on the second weekend of June.

On Monday, Nordt also discussed agenda items up for approval, including vendor selection for annuals and perennials.

“We’re requesting authorization to award the bid for annuals and perennials to the companies listed, and they’ll be ordered on an as-needed basis,” Nordt told the Board.

Perennials will be purchased from Pinewood Perennial Gardens LLC of Cutchogue; bulbs from SiteOne Landscape Supply of Bethpage; and annuals from Emma’s Garden Growers of Huntington. Funding will come from the Recreation and Parks Department’s “Materials and Supplies” account.

Arbor Day Friday, April 24

With a resolution unanimously approved Monday night, the Village has declared Friday, April 24, 2026 as “Arbor Day in Garden City.”

Nordt explained that the proclamation is one of the requirements for Garden City to continue being recognized as a “Tree City USA” by the Arbor Day Foundation each year.

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Village eyes 3.91% tax levy increase

close to, but does not reach, the maximum allowable increase of 3.94% that a local government can raise without approving an override. In the 2025–2026 budget, the local tax levy was approximately $55,722,448.

Village Treasurer Irene Woo has presented information about the budget through three prior work sessions. To fund the proposed 2026–2027 budget, the village plans to use $883,000 from its current-year surplus, along with an appropriation of $3 million from ‘Unassigned Fund Balance.’

Estimated ‘Other Revenues’ total approximately $12.3 million, including fees and charges from Building Department permits, Recreation programs, and other “non tax levy-related” sources.

The village began the current year with $21.8 million in Unassigned Fund Balance, and Treasurer Woo said the Finance staff anticipates adding $900,000 from the current year’s surplus.

Garden City’s 2025–2026 fiscal year forecast includes expected expenditures budgeted in contingency, such as contractual raises for the PBA, CSEA Rank & File, and CSEA Supervisors. Additional costs were tied to Sands Casino litigation and multiple heavy snowfall events, resulting in unexpected clearing and cleanup expenses.

Salaries and benefits remain the largest portion of municipal expenses, totaling approximately $45.8 million, or 62% of the proposed budget. The projected increase for salaries, benefits, and taxes is roughly $3.6 million.

“The union contracts which were negotiated caused contractual increases, especially for the Police Department as it reflects two the three years of increases. Then we are seeing increases to healthcare costs and retirement (village expenses). That’s contributing to the $2.4 million increase,” Treasurer Woo said.

The proposed budget includes a $4.4 million village contribution to the Garden City Public Library—$600,000 more than in 2025–2026. Several speak-

ers emphasized the importance of continued support as the library evolves into a modern community space.

Former Mayor Mary Carter Flanagan was among those who spoke at the April 2 meeting, urging strong financial support.

Salary, benefits drive budget growth

A closer look at departmental costs highlights the impact of salary and benefit increases, particularly rising healthcare costs.

In the Building Department, 85% of the proposed budget—$931,000 of $1,099,000—is salary-related. This reflects a 16% increase ($153,000) from the 2025–2026 forecast, largely due to the addition of a project manager position. Trustee Bruce Torino noted at the March 31 session that the new hire will share responsibilities with the Department of Public Works.

However, the department’s total budget is decreasing by 3% year over year from the adopted budget.

“There is a decrease in their maintenance of software expenses by cancelling Tyler software, which involved a high annual maintenance cost, and continuing with the use of Municity software instead. The Building Department has eight full-time positions and they’ve budgeted for an intern,” Woo noted.

For the Recreation Department, salaries and related expenses account for 65% of the budget, covering 44 full-time and 44 part-time employees. The tentative 2026–2027 budget is approximately $6,513,000, with $4,240,000 in salary-related costs.

This represents a 6% increase from the adopted budget and an 8% increase from the forecast budget. Overall department spending rises similarly, from $6,154,000 (adopted) and $6,014,000 (forecast) to the proposed amount.

Officials noted that salary increases are driven by contractual raises, promotions, and the addition of a typist clerk position.

The department’s materials and supplies line is proposed at $491,000, an increase of $42,000 (9%) over the adopted

budget and significantly higher than the forecast amount.

Contractual services are expected to increase from $885,000 to $915,000, largely due to additional cleaning and treatment of athletic fields.

On the revenue side, Recreation is projected to increase revenue by $128,000, or 22% over the adopted budget.

“There are various increases from Rec. programs for our school break and summer offerings, some of which are new, and the anticipated increases in the rental fees of the fields at St. Paul’s,” Woo said.

Trustee Rich Catalano expressed concern that revenue projections may be overly optimistic. Recreation Department head Matt Nordt responded:

“We always take a risk but we are very confident that we will make those numbers. When we talk about the rental rates of St. Paul’s fields, that’s more leaning on the St. Paul’s Field House with added groups that would like to come in and have added court time in the Field House. It’s almost a full venue as it is, but we’re going to make it even more. And with improvements made to Cluett Hall, this is only going to drive more opportunities for people to rent space,” he said.

Mayor Ed Finneran also asked about potential improvements to the platform tennis program. Nordt said recent upgrades have been made but noted ongoing challenges:

“It’s a constant battle, and the aging heaters need to be looked at again. There are a number of different things, and I feel that environmentally, over there it is not at the greatest spot. The issue with heaters is that the court catches a lot of wind coming through that part of the facility, so there are a number of things to look at,” he said.

The current year’s budget was adopted at approximately $71,229,000 and later modified to $73,109,000. Forecast expenditures are projected at $73,011, just $98 below the modified budget.

Treasurer Woo said $35 million is

allocated to ‘Other Unallocated General Expenses,’ which includes healthcare, retirement costs, and employee-related taxes. The largest component is “Benefits and Taxes,” totaling $18.6 million.

“This represents an 11% increase year-over-year,” Mrs. Woo noted. “The next highest amount in this budget account is the $4.4 million village contribution to the Garden City Public Library, an increase of 15% from the current budget year.”

Debt service for 2026–2027 totals $4.3 million, up from $4.1 million.

The village plans to contribute $2.6 million in cash toward capital projects.

Higher-than-expected revenues have helped offset some costs, including $260,000 in state and federal aid, $254,000 in Building Department fees, and $206,000 in interest income.

Additional favorable revenue included approximately $250,000 from the Covanta settlement and a $53,000 Comp Alliance Safe Workplace Award.

Some revenue shortfalls were noted in Public Works services and sidewalk inspections, with total Public Works revenue projected at $214,000 by fiscal year-end.

“We are also reducing this amount by $883,000 – since we’re proposing to use it to fund next year’s budget. I am also proposing to transfer $500,000 into the Reserve for Termination Payouts account. That leaves us with $2.5 million we need to appropriate for the 20262027 budget, while $800,000 is estimated to be encumbered by the fiscal year’s end,” she explained.

The proposed plan would leave the village with approximately $17.9 million in Unassigned Fund Balance.

Both Treasurer Woo and Mayor Finneran noted that the village has avoided tax levy increases in recent years, with 0% increases in fiscal years 2023–2024 and 2024–2025.

Over the past decade, Garden City’s tax levy increases have consistently remained below the state-imposed cap.

School Board reviews budget proposal

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student and staff use.

Board members raised questions about the role of artificial intelligence in the classroom. Board Vice President Kristen Pappas emphasized the need to preserve critical thinking skills, cautioning that AI should “support, not replace, foundational learning.” Administrators said AI tools are not freely accessible to students and stressed that safeguards and responsible use remain a priority.

At the same time, they acknowledged growing concerns about screen time, particularly for younger students. Plans to shift from one-to-one devices to shared devices in kindergarten and first grade aim to balance technology access with student engagement and development.

That concern was echoed during public comment, when a parent urged the district to continue prioritizing hands-on learning and limiting screen use in early grades.

Budget priorities

District Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) budget priorities for next year include improving IEP development and progress monitoring, expanding arts opportunities in K-5 special class programs, strengthening integrated co-teaching, and increasing awareness of the Northwell partnership and family support.

Athletics priorities include recruiting coaches, promoting programs, meeting state certification requirements, and replacing equipment and uniforms.

The adoption of the final school budget is set to happen later this month, with the annual budget vote and board election scheduled for May 19.

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NASSAU COUNTY LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING, BUDGET VOTE AND ELECTION

LEGAL NOTICES

GARDEN CITY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, Garden City, New York

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing of the qualified voters of the Garden City Union Free School District, Garden City, Nassau County, New York, will be held at the library of Garden City High School, 170 Rockaway Avenue , Garden City, New York, in said District on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 7:30 PM, prevailing time, for the transaction of such business as is authorized by the New York State Education Law, including the following items.

1. Presentation of the budget document.

2. To discuss all of the items herein set forth, to be voted upon by voting machine, at the election to be held on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, as hereinafter set forth.

3. To transact such other business as may properly come before the meeting. AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that said vote and election will be held on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 , in the library of Garden City High School, 170 Rockaway Avenue, Garden City, New York, at which time the polls will be open from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM, prevailing time, to vote by voting machines upon the following items:

1. Appropriation of the necessary funds to meet the estimated expenditures for the school fiscal year 2026-2027 or propositions involving the expenditures of money or authorizing the levy of taxes, or for such other propositions as may have been duly presented.

2. To elect one (1) member of the Board of Education for a three (3) year term commencing July 1, 2026, and expiring June 30, 2029, as a result of the vacancy created by the expiration of the term of Elizabeth Gaffney.

3. Authorization to expend the sum of $13,685,000.00 from: (1) uncommitted capital funds and capital reserve funds for capital projects that were previously completed, in the amount of $660,896.71; (2) capital funds and capital reserve funds previously allocated during the 20212022 and 2022-2023 school years to construct a greenhouse and courtyard at the Garden City High School that was not commenced or completed, in the amount of $3,300,000.00; and (3) the Garden City Union Free School District Capital Reserve Fund, which was established on May 17, 2022, in the amount of $9,724,103.29, to undertake and perform the following capital improvements/ projects: Middle School: Roof replacement, Window replacement; Hemlock School: Roof replacement; Administration Building: Roof replacement, together with such incidental and ancillary work, including related projects, site work and abatement, if necessary, and such architect, construction management and legal costs to compete such projects provided the details and costs of the components of the capital improvements/projects may be reallocated among such components/projects within the total authorized expenditure as the Board of Education shall determine to be in the best interest of the District.

4. Authorization to establish a Capital Reserve Fund pursuant to Section 3651 of the New York Education Law to be known as the 2026 Garden City Union Free School District Capital Reserve Fund for a probable term of ten (10) years and an ultimate amount of Eleven Million Dollars ($11,000,000.00) , whose purpose shall be to fund, in whole or in part, capital additions or improvements to the facilities of the District, including, but not limited to, construction, reconstruction and renovation of facilities, roofing, asbestos abatement and insulation, masonry work, electrical work, generator, lighting, security enhancements, air conditioning, HVAC, site-work and related work, with such funds to be obtained from transfers of end of year budget surplus funds; and/or budgetary appropriations; amounts from certain other reserve funds as authorized by law; other funds that may be legally appropriated; and the interest accrued on such funds over the term of the capital reserve fund.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that petitions nominating candidates for the office of Member of the Board of Education of the Garden City Union Free School District shall be filed with the District Clerk of said School District at the District Clerk’s office, 56 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, New York, between the hours of 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM on each day other than a Saturday, Sunday or Holiday, but by no later than April 20, 2026, between the hours of 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM, prevailing time. All nominating petitions must be signed by at least 35 qualified voters of the District (representing the greater of 25 or 2% of the number of voters who voted in the previous annual election, whichever is greater); must state the name and residence of each signer, and must state the name and residence of the candidate. Each petition shall be directed to the District Clerk and shall describe the specific vacancy for which the candidate is nominated. Each vacancy upon the Board of Education to be filled shall be considered a separate specific vacancy.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that personal registration of voters is required either pursuant to New York Education Law §2014 or pursuant to Article 5 of the New York State Election Law. If a voter has heretofore registered pursuant to New York Education Law §2014 and has voted at any annual or special district meeting within the past four (4) calendar years, such voter is eligible to vote at this election; if a voter is registered and eligible to vote pursuant to Article 5 of the New York State Election Law, such voter is also eligible to vote at this election. All other persons who wish to vote must register. Voters may register on any school day prior to May 14, 2026 at the Office of the District Clerk, 56 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, New York, between the hours of 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM, prevailing time, to add any additional names to the registers to be used at the aforesaid election, at which time any person will be entitled to have her or his name placed on such registers provided that at the meeting of the Board of Registration he or she is known, or proven to the satisfaction of the Board of Registration to be then or thereafter entitled to vote at such public hearing or election for which such registers are prepared, and that the registers so prepared pursuant to New York Education Law §2014 and the registration list prepared by the Board of Elections Nassau County will be filed in the Office of the District Clerk of the School District, 56 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, New York, and will be open for inspection by any qualified voter of the District on weekdays between the hours of 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM, prevailing time, on and after May 14, 2026, and Saturday by pre-arranged appointment, except Sunday .

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to New York Education Law §2014, the Board of Registration shall meet on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, in the gymnasium of the Garden City High School, 170 Rockaway Avenue, Garden City, New York, between the hours of 6:00 AM and 9:00 PM , prevailing time, to prepare the Register of the School District to be used at the annual meeting and election that is to be held in 2027, and any special meeting that may be held after the preparation of said Register, at which time any person will be entitled to have her or his name placed on such Register, provided that at such meeting of the Board of Registration he or she is known or proven to the satisfaction of such Board of Registration to be then or thereafter entitled to vote at the school meeting or election for which such Register is prepared.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that qualified voters with disabilities who seek information about access to polling places may, in advance of the day of the vote, contact the District Clerk at 516478-1040 for information about accessibility.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that beginning seven (7) days immediately preceding the May 12, 2026 public budget hearing, any resident in the District may request to review a copy of the proposed budget by appearing at the Office of the District Clerk, 56 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, New York . Additionally, a statement of the estimated expenses for the ensuing year may be obtained by any

NASSAU COUNTY LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING IN RELATION TO TENTATIVE BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR JUNE 1, 2026 TO MAY 31, 2027

VILLAGE OF GARDEN CITY

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that pursuant to Section 5-508 of the Village Law of the State of New York, a Tentative Budget showing the revenue and expenditures for the fiscal year of the Village of Garden City, New York, commencing June 1, 2026 was filed with the Village Clerk of said Village.

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a public hearing will be held by the Board of Trustees of said Village on the 23rd day of April 2026, at 7:30 p.m. at the Village Hall, 351 Stewart Avenue, in said Village as well as via Zoom for the purpose of considering and discussing such Tentative Budget. A copy of such Tentative Budget is available on the Village’s website (www. gardencityny.net), as well as in the office of the Village Clerk located at 351 Stewart Avenue, where it may be inspected by any interested person during office hours, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

The tentative budget does not provide for any compensation to any member of the Board of Trustees, as the Mayor and Trustees of said Village serve without remuneration.

BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

VILLAGE OF GARDEN CITY, NY

KELLY GALANEK

VILLAGE CLERK

Dated: April 7, 2026

The Incorporated Village of Garden City does not discriminate on the basis of disability for admission to, access to, or participation in its programs, activities or public meetings, and has designated Kelly Galanek, Village Clerk, as Disability Compliance Coordinator. Persons in need of any special accommodation with a disability who wish to attend a meeting should contact the Village Clerk at least 24 hours in advance of meeting at: 351 Stewart Avenue Garden City, NY 11530 (516) 465-4051

8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

NASSAU COUNTY

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF A LIMITED LIABILITY

COMPANY

MZUMED LLC. filed with SSNY on 02/06/26. Office location: Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent for service of process & shall mail copy to: 30 East Dr, Garden City, NY 11530. Purpose: Any lawful.

NASSAU COUNTY BIDS

Sealed bids MUST be RECEIVED BY & DELIVERED TO:

PURCHASING DIVISION Inc. Village of Garden City 351 Stewart Avenue Garden City, NY 11530 between the hours of 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM, UNTIL 11:00 AM EDT THURSDAY, MAY 7, 2026 at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud, for furnishing the following: MASONRY FACADE RESTORATION AND DOOR & LINTEL REPLACEMENT AT THE GARDEN CITY MUNICIPAL SERVICE YARD

Specifications, Form of Bid, and other information may be obtained from the office of the Purchasing Division at the above address or you may download the bid specifications from the New York State Contract Reporter website at the following web address: https://www.nyscr.ny.gov/ contracts.cfm This bid specification will be listed under the Agency Name of: Garden City, Inc. Village of Dated: 4/17/26

170 Rockaway Avenue, Garden City, New York, between the hours of 6:00 AM and 9:00 PM , prevailing time, to prepare the Register of the School District to be used at the annual meeting and election that is to be held in 2027, and any special meeting that may be held after the preparation of said Register, at which time any person will be entitled to have her or his name placed on such Register, provided that at such meeting of the Board of Registration he or she is known or proven to the satisfaction of such Board of Registration to be then or thereafter entitled to vote at the school meeting or election for which such Register is prepared.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that qualified voters with disabilities who seek information about access to polling places may, in advance of the day of the vote, contact the District Clerk at 516478-1040 for information about accessibility.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that beginning seven (7) days immediately preceding the May 12, 2026 public budget hearing, any resident in the District may request to review a copy of the proposed budget by appearing at the Office of the District Clerk, 56 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, New York . Additionally, a statement of the estimated expenses for the ensuing year may be obtained by any resident in the District during the fourteen (14) days immediately preceding said election on the school district website: https://www.gardencity.k12.ny.us , at the Garden City Public Library during its normal hours of operation, located at 60 7th St, Garden City, New York, at the School District Administration Building, 56 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, New York , and at each of the following school buildings in which school is maintained between the hours of 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM, prevailing time, except Saturdays, Sundays and holidays:

· Garden City High School, 170 Rockaway Avenue, Garden City, New York Garden City Middle School, 98 Cherry Valley Avenue, Garden City, New York Stewart School, 501 Stewart Avenue, Garden City, New York Stratford Avenue School, 97 Stratford Avenue, Garden City, New York Hemlock School, 78 Bayberry Avenue, Garden City, New York Homestead School, 2 Homestead Avenue, Garden City, New York Locust School, 220 Boylston Avenue, Garden City, New York

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to Real Property Tax Law Section 495, the School District is required to attach to its proposed budget an exemption report. Said exemption report, which will also become part of the final budget, will show how much of the total assessed value on the final assessment roll used in the budgetary process is exempt from taxation, list every type of exemption granted, identified by statutory authority, and show: (a) the cumulative impact of each type of exemption expressed either as a dollar amount of assessed value or as a percentage of the total assessed value on the roll; (b) the cumulative amount expected to be received from recipients of each type of exemption as payments in lieu of taxes or other payments for municipal services; and (c) the cumulative impact of all exemptions granted. The exemption report shall be posted on any bulletin board maintained by the District for public notices and on any website maintained by the District.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that applications for absentee and early mail ballots will be obtainable during school business hours at the office of the District Clerk beginning April 20, 2026 . In accordance with Education Law §§ 2018-a and 2018-e, completed absentee and early mail ballot applications may not be received by the District Clerk earlier than thirty (30) days prior to the election, and must be received by the District Clerk at least seven (7) days before the election if the ballot is to be mailed to the voter, or the day before the election if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter or to the agent named in the absentee or early mail ballot application. Absentee and early mail ballots must be received by the District Clerk not later than 5:00 PM, prevailing time, on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 . A list of persons to whom absentee ballots shall have been issued, and a list of all persons to whom early mail voter’s ballots shall have been issued, will be available for inspection to qualified voters of the District in the office of the District Clerk on and after Thursday, May 14, 2026 , between the hours of 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM on weekdays prior to the day set for the annual election and on Saturday, May 16, 2026 , by advanced appointment, by contacting the District Clerk at 516-478-1040 and on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 , the day set for the election. Any qualified voter may, upon examination of such lists, file a written challenge of the qualifications as a voter of any person whose name appears on such lists, stating the reasons for such challenge. Any such written challenge shall be transmitted by the District Clerk or a designee of the Board of Education to the inspectors of election on election day.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that military voters who are not currently registered may apply to register as a qualified voter of the Garden City Union Free School District by requesting and returning a registration application to the District Clerk in person, or by email to dicapuad@gcufsd.net or fax sent to 516-294-1045. The request for the registration application may include the military voter’s preference for receipt of the registration application by either mail, fax or email. Military voter registration application forms must be received in the office of the District Clerk no later than 5:00 PM on April 23, 2026.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that military voters who are qualified voters of the Garden City Union Free School District may request an application for a military ballot from the District Clerk and return such military ballot application to the District Clerk in person, or by email to dicapuad@gcufsd. net or fax sent to 516-294-1045. In order for a military voter to be issued a military ballot, a valid military ballot application must be received in the office of the District Clerk no later than 5:00 PM on April 23, 2026. Military ballot applications received in accordance with the foregoing will be processed in the same manner as a non-military ballot application under Section 2018-a of the Education Law. The application for military ballot may include the military voter’s preference for receipt of the military ballot by mail, fax, or email. A military voter’s original military ballot application and military ballot must be returned by mail or in person to the office of the District Clerk at 56 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, New York , along with the required signed affidavit by the voter.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that military ballots shall be canvassed if they are received by the District Clerk before the close of polls on May 19, 2026 showing a cancellation mark of the United States Postal Service or a foreign country’s postal service, or showing a dated endorsement of receipt by another agency of the United States Government; or received not later than 5:00 PM on May 19, 2026 and signed and dated by the military voter and one witness thereto, with a date which is ascertained to be not later than the day before the election.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a rule adopted by the Board of Education in accordance with New York Education Law §2035 , any referenda or propositions to change the number of Board of Education members, or a bond issue for capital improvements, or any other petition required by law to be stated in the Notice of Annual Meeting and Election must be filed with the District Clerk at 56 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, New York , not later than 5:00 PM, prevailing time, on March 20, 2026 . Any other petition, except those petitions required by law to be stated in the Notice of Annual Meeting and Election, must be filed with the District Clerk at 56 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, New York . All such petitions must be typed or printed in the English language; must be directed to the Clerk of the School District; must be signed by at 87 qualified voters of the District (representing the greater of 25 or 5% of the number of voters who voted in the previous annual election); and must legibly state the name of each signer. However, the Board of Education will not entertain any petition to place before the voters any proposition the purpose of which is not within the powers of the voters to determine, nor any proposition or amendment which is contrary to law.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that those voters seeking information regarding this Budget Vote and Election in Spanish should contact the Office of the District Clerk at 516-478-1040.

Dana DiCapua, District Clerk of the Board of Education, Gar den City Union Free School District, 56 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, New York

The Earth comes to Garden City

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acts, fills the nave beneath the Earth with music. It is, by any measure, an unusual opening weekend for a church — and entirely deliberate.

The Grateful Dead connection to Gaia and the Church runs deeper than it might appear. Two nights later, on April 27, author Thomas Coogan joins the Dean’s Verger, Kyle Sabo, for a book talk and conversation called “Deadheads and Christians.” Their subject is the hunger for beauty, belonging, and transcendence that animates both the Church and the Dead's devoted following — the same hunger, perhaps, that has drawn hundreds of thousands of strangers to stand beneath Gaia in cathedrals and public spaces on six continents, feeling something they struggle to name. Both communities, it turns out, have spent decades chasing the same thing — and calling it by different names. Under a glowing Earth in a Gothic nave, Coogan and Sabo will explore whether they might finally be ready to compare notes.

The musical programming across the five weeks is rich and deliberately varied. The Legacy String Quartet performs Mendelssohn, Borodin, and the heat of Argentine tango in the round on May 1. Hicksville native and concert pianist Ludovic Zamor returns to Long Island on May 3 to preview his Carnegie Hall program at the Cathedral’s historic Steinway. And on May 8 — perhaps the residency’s most powerful evening — the Cathedral presents Mass for the Endangered: a six-movement concert event setting original text alongside the Latin Mass, a grief-filled and beautiful prayer for the animals and ecosystems most at risk from human activity.

On May 22, Project Genesis brings the legendary catalog of Genesis to the nave, from the Peter Gabriel progressive era through the Phil Collins classics, with Long Island brewery samplings included in the ticket price. A collaboration between the Cathedral and Somerset Brewing of West Hempstead –“Small Hours Pilsner” – is just

one of the many Gaia-themed takeaways available during this period, with proceeds going to support the Cathedral’s partner institutions: the Historic Stewart Building Fund, Last Hope Animal Rescue, and the Cathedral’s own ReWild Native Species planting program on the Cathedral’s campus.

But the residency reaches well beyond the concert hall. Adelphi Professor Matthew Wright opens his popular “How Things Work” physics class to the public on May 5 for a plain-language introduction to climate science — no background required, just curiosity. The Cathedral’s Gallery presents an exhibition of paintings and sculpture by Adelphi faculty and students created in direct response to Gaia: Professor Kellyann Monaghan’s stormy, alla prima oil paintings of radical weather events, and Professor Samantha Dominick’s elemental sculptures — Earth, Water, Fire, Air — installed in the nave’s historic Gothic niches, just below the turning world.

For those drawn to stillness rather than spectacle, the Cathedral offers Noonday Mass beneath Gaia on Tuesday through Friday throughout the residency, and a Candlelit Contemplative Prayer Gathering on May 6, led by Canons Adam Bucko and Kris Vieira Coleman. Yoga practitioners can join Tuesday evening sessions with instructor Sylvia Erhardt, or Tuesday morning Chair Yoga with Lauren Goldfarb. Mother’s Day brings a jazz cocktail evening with the Manhattan Rhythm quartet; Memorial Day, a free all-ages sing-along of songs of peace. The month closes, improbably and wonderfully, with both a fun-filled Trivia Night on May 28 and The Rustlers country band and line dancing in the nave on May 30. Among it all, one event stands apart in its significance to the wider Diocese. On May 16, the Cathedral hosts a farewell to Bishop Lawrence Provenzano, who concludes his tenure as Bishop Diocesan of Long Island later this year after

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Avenue, Garden City, New York, between the hours of 6:00 AM and 9:00 PM , prevailing Register of the School District to be used at the annual meeting and election that is and any special meeting that may be held after the preparation of said Register, at person will be entitled to have her or his name placed on such Register, provided that at Board of Registration he or she is known or proven to the satisfaction of such Board then or thereafter entitled to vote at the school meeting or election for which such

such petitions must be typed or

must be directed to the Clerk of

School District; must be signed by at 87 qualified voters of the District (representing the greater of 25 or 5% of the number of voters who voted in the previous annual election); and must legibly state the name of each signer. However, the Board of Education will not entertain any petition to place before the voters any proposition the purpose of which is not within the powers of the voters to determine, nor any proposition or amendment which is contrary to law.

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Car show returns to Point Lookout

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that those voters seeking information regarding this Budget Vote and Election in Spanish should contact the Office of the District Clerk at 516-478-1040.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that qualified voters with disabilities who seek information polling places may, in advance of the day of the vote, contact the District Clerk at 516information about accessibility.

Dana DiCapua, District Clerk of the Board of Education, Gar den City Union Free School District, 56 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, New York

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AVISO DE AUDIENCIA PÚBLICA, VOTACIÓN DEL PRESUPUESTO Y ELECCIÓN

GARDEN CITY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT (DISTRITO ESCOLAR LIBRE UNION) DE GARDEN CITY

GARDEN CITY, NUEVA YORK

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that beginning seven (7) days immediately preceding the budget hearing, any resident in the District may request to review a copy of the appearing at the Office of the District Clerk, 56 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, New statement of the estimated expenses for the ensuing year may be obtained by any District during the fourteen (14) days immediately preceding said election on the school https://www.gardencity.k12.ny.us , at the Garden City Public Library during its normal located at 60 7th St, Garden City, New York, at the School District Administration Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, New York , and at each of the following school buildings maintained between the hours of 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM, prevailing time, except and holidays:

The unmistakable rumble of classic engines will once again echo along the South Shore as Hempstead Town Supervisor John Ferretti invites residents and visitors to the return of the Spring Dust-Off Car Show at Town Park Point Lookout on Sunday, May 3 (rain date: Sunday, May 17). Widely recognized as Long Island’s largest car show, the annual event transforms the waterfront park into a showcase of craftsmanship, nostalgia, and automotive innovation.

Kev Dogg, automotive entrepreneur Richard Rawlings, and professional wrestling icon Bill Goldberg.

City High School, 170 Rockaway Avenue, Garden City, New York City Middle School, 98 Cherry Valley Avenue, Garden City, New York School, 501 Stewart Avenue, Garden City, New York Avenue School, 97 Stratford Avenue, Garden City, New York School, 78 Bayberry Avenue, Garden City, New York Homestead School, 2 Homestead Avenue, Garden City, New York School, 220 Boylston Avenue, Garden City, New York

“The Spring Dust-Off has grown into one of the most anticipated traditions on our Town calendar,” said Supervisor Ferretti. “It’s a chance for car enthusiasts to show off their pride and joy while giving families a great reason to spend the day together along our beautiful shoreline.”

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to Real Property Tax Law Section 495, the required to attach to its proposed budget an exemption report. Said exemption report, become part of the final budget, will show how much of the total assessed value on the used in the budgetary process is exempt from taxation, list every type of exemption by statutory authority, and show: (a) the cumulative impact of each type of exemption a dollar amount of assessed value or as a percentage of the total assessed value on cumulative amount expected to be received from recipients of each type of exemption of taxes or other payments for municipal services; and (c) the cumulative impact of granted. The exemption report shall be posted on any bulletin board maintained by the notices and on any website maintained by the District.

Car enthusiasts and families alike can expect a packed day featuring hundreds of vehicles competing for top honors, from vintage classics and custom builds to modern muscle cars and motorcycles. The celebration also includes live entertainment, a popular touch-atruck experience, a kids’ zone, movie cars, a beer garden, and dozens of vendors offering food, merchandise, and automotive accessories.

The event runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Town Park Point Lookout (1300 Lido Blvd., Point Lookout). Gates open at 7 a.m. for registered vehicles. All makes and models are welcome, including cars, trucks, motorcycles, slingshots, trikes, and specialty vehicles.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that applications for absentee and early mail ballots will school business hours at the office of the District Clerk beginning April 20, 2026 Education Law §§ 2018-a and 2018-e, completed absentee and early mail ballot be received by the District Clerk earlier than thirty (30) days prior to the election, received by the District Clerk at least seven (7) days before the election if the ballot is to be or the day before the election if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter or in the absentee or early mail ballot application. Absentee and early mail ballots must District Clerk not later than 5:00 PM, prevailing time, on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 . whom absentee ballots shall have been issued, and a list of all persons to whom early shall have been issued, will be available for inspection to qualified voters of the District District Clerk on and after Thursday, May 14, 2026 , between the hours of 9:00 AM weekdays prior to the day set for the annual election and on Saturday, May 16, 2026 , appointment, by contacting the District Clerk at 516-478-1040 and on Tuesday, May 19, for the election. Any qualified voter may, upon examination of such lists, file a written qualifications as a voter of any person whose name appears on such lists, stating the challenge. Any such written challenge shall be transmitted by the District Clerk or a Board of Education to the inspectors of election on election day.

This year’s show will also feature appearances from some of the most recognizable names in the automotive and entertainment world, including custom car builder Dave Kindig, television personality

Vehicle pre-registration is $25 and $30 the day of the event. Participants can sign up in advance by visiting townofhempsteadevents.com.

“With incredible cars, special guests, and the energy of thousands of visitors gathering in one place, the Spring Dust-Off captures the spirit of the car community,” Ferretti added. “It’s a great way to kick off the season here in the Town of Hempstead.”

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that military voters who are not currently registered may qualified voter of the Garden City Union Free School District by requesting and registration application to the District Clerk in person, or by email to dicapuad@gcufsd.net 516-294-1045. The request for the registration application may include the military voter’s receipt of the registration application by either mail, fax or email. Military voter registration must be received in the office of the District Clerk no later than 5:00 PM on April 23,

The Earth comes to Garden City

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that military voters who are qualified voters of the Garden School District may request an application for a military ballot from the District Clerk and ballot application to the District Clerk in person, or by email to dicapuad@gcufsd. 516-294-1045. In order for a military voter to be issued a military ballot, a valid military must be received in the office of the District Clerk no later than 5:00 PM on April 23, applications received in accordance with the foregoing will be processed in the same non-military ballot application under Section 2018-a of the Education Law. The application may include the military voter’s preference for receipt of the military ballot by mail, fax, voter’s original military ballot application and military ballot must be returned by mail or office of the District Clerk at 56 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, New York , along with the affidavit by the voter.

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SE NOTIFICA POR LA PRESENTE que se celebrará una audiencia pública de los votantes calificados del Distrito Escolar Union Free de Garden City, Garden City, Condado de Nassau, Nueva York, en la biblioteca de la Escuela Secundaria Garden City, 170 Rockaway Avenue, Garden City, Nueva York, el martes 12 de mayo de 2026 a las 7:30 PM , hora vigente, para tratar los asuntos autorizados por la Ley de Educación del Estado de Nueva York, incluyendo los siguientes puntos:

· Presentación del documento presupuestario.

· Discusión de todos los puntos aquí establecidos, que serán sometidos a votación mediante máquina de votación, en la elección que se celebrará el martes 19 de mayo de 2026 , según se establece más adelante.

· Tratar cualquier otro asunto que corresponda debidamente ante la reunión.

SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que dicha votación y elección se celebrará el martes 19 de mayo de 2026, en la biblioteca de la Escuela Secundaria Garden City, 170 Rockaway Avenue, Garden City, Nueva York, en la cual las urnas estarán abiertas de 6:00 AM a 9:00 PM, hora vigente, para votar mediante máquinas de votación sobre los siguientes puntos:

1. Aprobación de los fondos necesarios para cubrir los gastos estimados del año fiscal escolar 2026-2027 o proposiciones que impliquen gastos de dinero o autoricen la recaudación de impuestos, o cualquier otra proposición debidamente presentada.

2. Elección de un (1) miembro de la Junta de Educación para un período de tres (3) años que comenzará el 1 de julio de 2026 y finalizará el 30 de junio de 2029, como resultado de la vacante creada por la expiración del mandato de Elizabeth Gaffney.

3. Autorización para gastar la suma de $13,685,000.00 provenientes de: (1) fondos de capital no comprometidos y fondos de reserva de capital de proyectos previamente completados, por un monto de $660,896.71; (2) fondos de capital y fondos de reserva de capital previamente asignados durante los años escolares 2021-2022 y 2022-2023 para construir un invernadero y un patio en la Escuela Secundaria Garden City que no se inició ni se completó, por un monto de $3,300,000.00; y (3) del Fondo de Reserva de Capital del Distrito Escolar Union Free de Garden City, establecido el 17 de mayo de 2022, por un monto de $9,724,103.29, para realizar las siguientes mejoras/proyectos de capital: Escuela Intermedia: reemplazo de techo, reemplazo de ventanas; Escuela Hemlock: reemplazo de techo; Edificio Administrativo: reemplazo de techo, junto con trabajos incidentales y auxiliares, incluyendo proyectos relacionados, trabajos en el sitio y remoción de materiales peligrosos, si fuera necesario, así como costos de arquitectos, gestión de construcción y legales para completar dichos proyectos, siempre que los detalles y costos de los componentes de las mejoras/proyectos de capital puedan ser reasignados entre dichos componentes/proyectos dentro del gasto total autorizado según lo determine la Junta de Educación en beneficio del Distrito.

4. Autorización para establecer un Fondo de Reserva de Capital conforme a la Sección 3651 de la Ley de Educación de Nueva York, denominado “Fondo de Reserva de Capital 2026 del Distrito Escolar Union Free de Garden City” por un período probable de diez (10) años y un monto máximo de Once Millones de Dólares ($11,000,000.00), cuya finalidad será financiar, total o parcialmente, adiciones o mejoras de capital a las instalaciones del Distrito, incluyendo, entre otros: construcción, reconstrucción y renovación de instalaciones, techos, remoción de asbesto y aislamiento, trabajos de mampostería, trabajos eléctricos, generadores, iluminación, mejoras de seguridad, aire acondicionado, HVAC, trabajos en el sitio y trabajos relacionados, con fondos obtenidos de transferencias de excedentes presupuestarios de fin de año; y/o asignaciones presupuestarias; montos de ciertos otros fondos de reserva autorizados por ley; otros fondos que puedan ser legalmente apropiados; y los intereses acumulados sobre dichos fondos durante el período del fondo de reserva de capital.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that military ballots shall be canvassed if they are received before the close of polls on May 19, 2026 showing a cancellation mark of the United Service or a foreign country’s postal service, or showing a dated endorsement of receipt of the United States Government; or received not later than 5:00 PM on May 19, 2026 dated by the military voter and one witness thereto, with a date which is ascertained to be day before the election.

decades of faithful leadership. The Diocese gathers to send him off beneath Gaia — which feels, for an occasion asking a community to look honestly at what it has built and what it hopes to leave behind, exactly right.

How to Visit

Daytime admission is free: Tuesday through Thursday, 1–4 p.m., beginning April 29, with select Saturdays (May 2 and 9) from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Evening timed-entry tickets — suggested donation $10 — are available on Eventbrite for select evenings from 6 to 9 p.m. Group tours may be arranged by emailing connect@incarnationgc.org. The Cathedral of the Incarnation is at 46 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City. The full calendar and event registration are at www.incarnationgc.org/ gaia.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a rule adopted by the Board of Education New York Education Law §2035 , any referenda or propositions to change the number Education members, or a bond issue for capital improvements, or any other petition required in the Notice of Annual Meeting and Election must be filed with the District Clerk at Avenue, Garden City, New York , not later than 5:00 PM, prevailing time, on March 20, 2026 except those petitions required by law to be stated in the Notice of Annual Meeting be filed with the District Clerk at 56 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, New York . All be typed or printed in the English language; must be directed to the Clerk of the be signed by at 87 qualified voters of the District (representing the greater of 25 or voters who voted in the previous annual election); and must legibly state the name of However, the Board of Education will not entertain any petition to place before the voters any purpose of which is not within the powers of the voters to determine, nor any proposition which is contrary to law.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that those voters seeking information regarding this Budget Spanish should contact the Office of the District Clerk at 516-478-1040.

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Y SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que las peticiones para nominar candidatos para el cargo de Miembro de la Junta de Educación del Distrito Escolar Union Free de Garden City deberán presentarse ante el Secretario del Distrito en la oficina del Secretario, 56 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, Nueva York, entre las 9:00 AM y las 4:00 PM en cada día que no sea sábado, domingo o feriado, pero a más tardar el 20 de abril de 2026, entre las 9:00 AM y las 5:00 PM, hora vigente. Todas las peticiones de nominación deben estar firmadas por al menos 35 votantes calificados del Distrito (que representen el mayor número entre 25 o el 2% del número de votantes que participaron en la elección anual anterior, lo que sea mayor); deben indicar el nombre y domicilio de cada firmante, y deben indicar el nombre y domicilio del candidato. Cada petición deberá dirigirse al Secretario del Distrito y deberá describir la vacante específica para la cual se nomina al candidato. Cada vacante en la Junta de Educación que deba ser cubierta será considerada una vacante específica separada. Y SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que el registro personal de votantes es obligatorio conforme a la Ley de Educación de Nueva York §2014 o conforme al Artículo 5 de la Ley Electoral del Estado de Nueva York. Si un votante se ha registrado previamente conforme a la Ley de Educación de Nueva York §2014 y ha votado en cualquier reunión anual o especial del distrito en los últimos cuatro (4) años calendario, dicho votante es elegible para votar en esta elección; si un votante está registrado y es elegible para votar conforme al Artículo 5 de la Ley Electoral del Estado de Nueva York, dicho votante también es elegible para votar en esta elección. Todas las demás personas que deseen votar deben registrarse. Los votantes pueden registrarse en cualquier día escolar antes del 14 de mayo de 2026 en la Oficina del Secretario del Distrito, 56 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, Nueva York, entre las 9:00 AM y las 4:00 PM, hora vigente, para añadir nombres adicionales a los registros que se usarán en la mencionada elección, momento en el cual cualquier persona tendrá derecho a que su nombre sea incluido en dichos registros siempre que en la reunión de la Junta de Registro sea conocida o se demuestre a satisfacción de la Junta de Registro que tiene derecho a votar en dicha audiencia pública o elección para la cual se preparan dichos registros, y que los registros preparados conforme a la Ley de Educación de Nueva York §2014 y la lista de registro preparada por la Junta Electoral del Condado de Nassau serán archivados en la Oficina del Secretario del Distrito del Distrito Escolar, 56 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, Nueva York, y estarán abiertos para inspección por cualquier votante calificado del Distrito en días laborables entre las 9:00 AM y las 4:00 PM, hora vigente, a partir del 14 de mayo de 2026, y los sábados con cita previa, excepto los domingos; Y SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que, conforme a la Ley de Educación del Estado de Nueva York §2014, la Junta de Registro se reunirá el martes 19 de mayo de 2026, en el gimnasio de la Escuela Secundaria Garden City, 170 Rockaway Avenue, Garden City, Nueva York, entre las 6:00 a.m. y las 9:00 p.m., hora vigente, para preparar el Registro del Distrito Escolar que se utilizará en la reunión y elección anual que se celebrará en 2027, así como en cualquier reunión especial que pueda celebrarse después de la preparación de dicho Registro. En ese momento, cualquier persona tendrá derecho a que su nombre sea incluido en dicho Registro, siempre que en esa reunión de la Junta de Registro se le reconozca o se pruebe, a satisfacción de dicha Junta, que tiene derecho entonces o posteriormente a votar en la reunión o elección escolar para la cual se prepara dicho Registro. Y SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que los votantes calificados con discapacidades que deseen información sobre el acceso a los lugares de votación podrán, antes del día de la votación, comunicarse con el Secretario del Distrito al 516-478-1040 para obtener información sobre accesibilidad.

inspección por cualquier votante calificado del Distrito en días laborables entre las 9:00 AM y las 4:00 PM, hora vigente, a partir del 14 de mayo de 2026, y los sábados con cita previa, excepto los domingos; Y SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que, conforme a la Ley de Educación del Estado de Nueva York §2014, la Junta de Registro se reunirá el martes 19 de mayo de 2026, en el gimnasio de la Escuela Secundaria Garden City, 170 Rockaway Avenue, Garden City, Nueva York, entre las 6:00 a.m. y las 9:00 p.m., hora vigente, para preparar el Registro del Distrito Escolar que se utilizará en la reunión y elección anual que se celebrará en 2027, así como en cualquier reunión especial que pueda celebrarse después de la preparación de dicho Registro. En ese momento, cualquier persona tendrá derecho a que su nombre sea incluido en dicho Registro, siempre que en esa reunión de la Junta de Registro se le reconozca o se pruebe, a satisfacción de dicha Junta, que tiene derecho entonces o posteriormente a votar en la reunión o elección escolar para la cual se prepara dicho Registro.

Y SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que los votantes calificados con discapacidades que deseen información sobre el acceso a los lugares de votación podrán, antes del día de la votación, comunicarse con el Secretario del Distrito al 516-478-1040 para obtener información sobre accesibilidad.

Y SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que, comenzando siete (7) días inmediatamente anteriores a la audiencia pública sobre el presupuesto del 12 de mayo de 2026, cualquier residente del Distrito podrá solicitar revisar una copia del presupuesto propuesto acudiendo a la Oficina del Secretario del Distrito, 56 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, Nueva York. Además, una declaración de los gastos estimados para el año siguiente podrá ser obtenida por cualquier residente del Distrito durante los catorce (14) días inmediatamente anteriores a dicha elección en el sitio web del distrito escolar: https://www.gardencity. k12.ny.us , en la Biblioteca Pública de Garden City durante sus horarios normales de operación (ubicada en 60 7th St, Garden City, Nueva York), en el Edificio de Administración del Distrito Escolar (56 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, Nueva York), y en cada uno de los siguientes edificios escolares donde se imparten clases, entre las 9:00 a.m. y las 4:00 p.m., hora vigente, excepto sábados, domingos y días festivos:

Escuela Secundaria Garden City, 170 Rockaway Avenue, Garden City, Nueva York

Escuela Intermedia Garden City, 98 Cherry Valley Avenue, Garden City, Nueva York

Escuela Stewart, 501 Stewart Avenue, Garden City, Nueva York

· Escuela Stratford Avenue, 97 Stratford Avenue, Garden City, Nueva York

· Escuela Hemlock, 78 Bayberry Avenue, Garden City, Nueva York

Escuela Homestead, 2 Homestead Avenue, Garden City, Nueva York

Escuela Locust, 220 Boylston Avenue, Garden City, Nueva York

Y SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que, conforme a la Sección 495 de la Ley de Impuestos sobre Bienes Inmuebles, el Distrito Escolar está obligado a adjuntar a su presupuesto propuesto un informe de exenciones. Dicho informe de exenciones, que también pasará a formar parte del presupuesto final, mostrará cuánto del valor total tasado en el registro de evaluación final utilizado en el proceso presupuestario está exento de impuestos, enumerará cada tipo de exención otorgada, identificada por su autoridad legal, y mostrará: (a) el impacto acumulativo de cada tipo de exención expresado ya sea como un monto en dólares del valor tasado o como un porcentaje del valor total tasado en el registro; (b) el monto acumulativo que se espera recibir de los beneficiarios de cada tipo de exención como pagos en lugar de impuestos u otros pagos por servicios municipales; y (c) el impacto acumulativo de todas las exenciones otorgadas. El informe de exenciones deberá publicarse en cualquier tablero de anuncios mantenido por el Distrito para avisos públicos y en cualquier sitio web mantenido por el Distrito. Y SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que las solicitudes de boletas de voto ausente y de voto anticipado por correo estarán disponibles durante el horario laboral escolar en la oficina del Secretario del Distrito a partir del 20 de abril de 2026 . De acuerdo con las Leyes de Educación Secciones 2018-a y 2018-e, las solicitudes completadas de boletas de voto ausente y de voto anticipado por correo no podrán ser recibidas por el Secretario del Distrito antes de treinta (30) días previos a la elección, y deberán ser recibidas por el Secretario del Distrito al menos siete (7) días antes de la elección si la boleta ha de enviarse por correo al votante, o el día anterior a la elección si la boleta ha de entregarse personalmente al votante o al agente nombrado en la solicitud de boleta de voto ausente o anticipado por correo. Las boletas de voto ausente y de voto anticipado por correo deberán ser recibidas por el Secretario del Distrito a más tardar a las 5:00 p.m., hora vigente, el martes 19 de mayo de 2026.

Una lista de las personas a quienes se les hayan emitido boletas de voto ausente, y una lista de todas las personas a quienes se les hayan emitido boletas de voto anticipado por correo, estarán disponibles para inspección por los votantes calificados del Distrito en la oficina del Secretario del Distrito a partir del jueves 14 de mayo de 2026 , entre las 9:00 a.m. y las 4:00 p.m. en días hábiles previos al día fijado para la elección anual, y el sábado 16 de mayo de 2026 mediante cita previa contactando al Secretario del Distrito al 516-478-1040 , así como el martes 19 de mayo de 2026 , día fijado para la elección. Cualquier votante calificado podrá, al examinar dichas listas, presentar un desafío por escrito respecto a las calificaciones como votante de cualquier persona cuyo nombre aparezca en dichas listas, indicando las razones de dicho desafío. Cualquier desafío escrito será transmitido por el Secretario del Distrito o por un designado de la Junta de Educación a los inspectores de la elección en el día de la votación.

Y SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que los votantes militares que no estén actualmente registrados podrán solicitar registrarse como votantes calificados del Distrito Escolar Union Free de Garden City solicitando y devolviendo una solicitud de registro al Secretario del Distrito en persona, por correo electrónico a dicapuad@gcufsd.net o por fax al 516-294-1045. La solicitud de registro podrá incluir la preferencia del votante militar para recibir el formulario de registro por correo, fax o correo electrónico. Los formularios de solicitud de registro de votantes militares deberán recibirse en la oficina del Secretario del Distrito a más tardar a las 5:00 p.m. del 23 de abril de 2026. Y SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que los votantes militares que sean votantes calificados del Distrito Escolar Union Free de Garden City podrán solicitar una solicitud de boleta militar al Secretario del Distrito y devolver dicha solicitud en persona, por correo electrónico a dicapuad@gcufsd.net o por fax al 516-2941045. Para que se emita una boleta militar, una solicitud válida de boleta militar deberá recibirse en la oficina del Secretario del Distrito a más tardar a las 5:00 p.m. del 23 de abril de 2026. Las solicitudes de boleta militar recibidas conforme a lo anterior serán procesadas de la misma manera que una solicitud de boleta no militar bajo la Sección 2018-a de la Ley de Educación. La solicitud de boleta militar podrá incluir la preferencia del votante militar para recibir la boleta por correo, fax o correo electrónico. La solicitud original de boleta militar y la boleta militar del votante deberán devolverse por correo o en persona a la oficina del Secretario del Distrito en 56 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, Nueva York, junto con la declaración jurada firmada requerida por el votante.

Y SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que las boletas militares serán escrutadas si son recibidas por el Secretario del Distrito antes del cierre de las urnas el 19 de mayo de 2026 y muestran un sello de cancelación del Servicio Postal de los Estados Unidos o del servicio postal de un país extranjero, o muestran una constancia fechada de recepción por otra agencia del Gobierno de los Estados Unidos; o si son recibidas a más tardar a las 5:00 p.m. del 19 de mayo de 2026 y están firmadas y fechadas por el votante militar y un testigo, con una fecha que se determine no posterior al día anterior a la elección.

Y SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que, conforme a una norma adoptada por la Junta de Educación de acuerdo con la Ley de Educación del Estado de Nueva York sección 2035, cualquier referéndum o proposición para cambiar el número de miembros de la Junta de Educación, o una emisión de bonos para mejoras de capital, o cualquier otra petición que la ley requiera que se incluya en el Aviso de la Reunión y Elección Anual deberá presentarse ante el Secretario del Distrito en 56 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, Nueva York, a más tardar a las 5:00 p.m., hora vigente, el 20 de marzo de 2026. Cualquier otra petición, excepto aquellas que la ley requiera que se incluyan en el Aviso de la Reunión y Elección Anual, deberá presentarse igualmente ante el Secretario del Distrito en 56 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, Nueva York. Todas dichas peticiones deberán estar mecanografiadas o impresas en idioma inglés; dirigidas al Secretario del Distrito Escolar; firmadas por al menos 87 votantes calificados del Distrito (representando el mayor entre 25 votantes o el 5% del número de votantes que participaron en la elección anual anterior); y deberán indicar de manera legible el nombre de cada firmante. Sin embargo, la Junta de Educación no considerará ninguna petición para someter a los votantes una proposición cuyo propósito no esté dentro de las facultades de los votantes para decidir, ni ninguna proposición o enmienda que sea contraria a la ley.

Newcomer, re-elected Trustees sworn in

Commissioner, Chair of the Traffic Commission, and liaison to the Recreation & Parks Department, and the Business District / Chamber of Commerce with fellow Trustee Michele B. Harrington.

Born and raised in Garden City, Trustee Smith returned to the Village to raise his family after a brief period living in New York City. In addition to his involvement with the Estates POA, he most recently served on the St. Paul’s Advisory Committee. Professionally, he enjoyed a 43-year career on Wall Street and was a partner of the firm Weeden and Co. His experience in finance and governance, including time spent on the Board of Governors of

the Cherry Valley Country Club, will guide him as a member of the Finance & Audit Committee. He will also serve as a member of the Traffic Commission. Trustee Smith, who earned 2,080 votes during the March 18 election, said he hopes to be viewed as a trusted neighbor and a voice for both long-term residents and newer families. “I’m honored and really proud to be joining the Board,” he said. “The future of the Village will be the highest of my priorities.”

To contact any member of the Board of Trustees, please visit the Village website, www. gardencityny.net, and click on the “Government” tab at the top of the home page to find their contact information.

Photos by Carisa Giardino

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· Escuela Intermedia Garden City, 98 Cherry Valley Avenue, Garden City, Nueva York

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· Escuela Stewart, 501 Stewart Avenue, Garden City, Nueva York

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Escuela Stratford Avenue, 97 Stratford Avenue, Garden City, Nueva York

Escuela Hemlock, 78 Bayberry Avenue, Garden City, Nueva York

Escuela Homestead, 2 Homestead Avenue, Garden City, Nueva York

Escuela Locust, 220 Boylston Avenue, Garden City, Nueva York

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!

Upcoming Trips, Mark Your Calendars

Registration has begun: Sunday, July 19: A trip to see “Beautiful: The Carole King Musical” at the Argyle Theatre, tickets $72  A check made payable to the “Argyle Theatre”, lunch $50 cash. To register, please stop by the Senior Center front desk.

den in the United States,  lunch at the Red Fox Restaurant, then down the road for a wine tasting at the Crystal Ridge Winery and Vineyard. Price: $199 per person. To register, please stop by the Senior Center front desk. Make checks payable to “One if by Land Tours”.

Scam Awareness Seminar

FOR SENIORS

Oral Cancer Screenings

Bienes de proceso

Registration has begun: Wednesday, July 29: “Dual and Farewell,” a trip to Fraunces Tavern for lunch and tour of the museum above the tavern, then Trinity Church and St Paul’s Chapel, $190 per person. To register, please stop by the Senior Center front desk. Make checks payable to “One if by Land Tours”.

Join us on Wednesday, April 29, for a Scam Awareness BINGO Seminar at 2:00. Sponsored be HANK Services and Peapack Private.  Learn about the most recent scams and how to avoid them, also identity theft and fraud. To register, please stop by the Senior Center front desk or call (516) 385-8006.

Meditation

Monday, April 20, 11:00–12:00

Dr Fitzgerald and Dr DiVanna from Garden City Center for Dental Excellence will be here performing complimentary Oral Cancer Screenings. To register, please stop by the Senior Center front desk or call (516) 385-8006.

Trip to See West Side Story

Y SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que, conforme a la Sección 495 de la Ley de Impuestos sobre Bienes Inmuebles, el Distrito Escolar está obligado a adjuntar a su presupuesto propuesto un informe de exenciones. Dicho informe de exenciones, que también pasará a formar parte del presupuesto final, mostrará cuánto del valor total tasado en el registro de evaluación final utilizado en el proceso presupuestario está exento de impuestos, enumerará cada tipo de exención otorgada, identificada por su autoridad legal, y mostrará: (a) el impacto acumulativo de cada tipo de exención expresado ya sea como un monto en dólares del valor tasado o como un porcentaje del valor total tasado en el registro; (b) el monto acumulativo que se espera recibir de los beneficiarios de cada tipo de exención como pagos en lugar de impuestos u otros pagos por servicios municipales; y (c) el impacto acumulativo de todas las exenciones otorgadas. El informe de exenciones deberá publicarse en cualquier tablero de anuncios mantenido por el Distrito para avisos públicos y en cualquier sitio web mantenido por el Distrito. Y SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que las solicitudes de boletas de voto ausente y de voto anticipado por correo estarán disponibles durante el horario laboral escolar en la oficina del Secretario del Distrito a partir del 20 de abril de 2026 . De acuerdo con las Leyes de Educación Secciones 2018-a y 2018-e, las solicitudes completadas de boletas de voto ausente y de voto anticipado por correo no podrán ser recibidas por el Secretario del Distrito antes de treinta (30) días previos a la elección, y deberán ser recibidas por el Secretario del Distrito al menos siete (7) días antes de la elección si la boleta ha de enviarse por correo al votante, o el día anterior a la elección si la boleta ha de entregarse personalmente al votante o al agente nombrado en la solicitud de boleta de voto ausente o anticipado por correo. Las boletas de voto ausente y de voto anticipado por correo deberán ser recibidas por el Secretario del Distrito a más tardar a las 5:00 p.m., hora vigente, el martes 19 de mayo de 2026.

Spring Zumba Gold

Join Andrea for Spring Zumba Gold. Beginning Tuesday, April 14, at 10:45–11:30. Her spring session will run for 8 weeks until June 2. Cost is $65.00. Register on Community Pass or at the Senior Center.

BINGO

Tuesdays from 1:00–3:00. This is no longer a drop-in program, If you are interested in playing, please stop by the Senior Center front desk or call (516) 385-8006 to have your name put on an interest list.

Chair Yoga

Chair yoga schedule for Tania at the senior center.  Thursdays, 9:15–9:45: Meditation, 9:45–10:45: Chair Yoga class.

Registration has begun: Thursday, August 27: “The Rose and the Thorn,” a tour of the Katherine Hepburn Museum in Old Saybrook Ct, and a visit to the Helen S. Kaman Rose Garden at Elizabeth Park for a self-guided tour, the third largest rose gar-

Una lista de las personas a quienes se les hayan emitido boletas de voto ausente, y una lista de todas las personas a quienes se les hayan emitido boletas de voto anticipado por correo, estarán disponibles para inspección por los votantes calificados del Distrito en la oficina del Secretario del Distrito a partir del jueves 14 de mayo de 2026 , entre las 9:00 a.m. y las 4:00 p.m. en días hábiles previos al día fijado para la elección anual, y el sábado 16 de mayo de 2026 mediante cita previa contactando al Secretario del Distrito al 516-478-1040 , así como el martes 19 de mayo de 2026 , día fijado para la elección. Cualquier votante calificado podrá, al examinar dichas listas, presentar un desafío por escrito respecto a las calificaciones como votante de cualquier persona cuyo nombre aparezca en dichas listas, indicando las razones de dicho desafío. Cualquier desafío escrito será transmitido por el Secretario del Distrito o por un designado de la Junta de Educación a los inspectores de la elección en el día de la votación.

Join us at the Senior Center on Fridays beginning April 24 at 11:15–12:15 for Meditation with Abbot Feren. Meditation offers a direct path to mental quietude-a profound state of inner peace free from noise of thoughts and emotions. When you find peace within, it creates a better, more harmonious world for everyone. To register for this free activity, please stop by the Senior Center front desk or call (516) 385-8006.

Join us as we travel by coach bus to the Tony Award winning Papermill Playhouse in NJ, to see “West Side Story”, Thursday, June 25. Cost is $225.00 which includes round trip transportation, lunch at Basilico Restaurant and a ticket to the performance. This is the early bird price, only available until April 30, after that the trip will cost $250.00. To register, please stop by the Senior Center front desk. Make checks payable to, “One if by Land Tours”.

Y SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que los votantes militares que no estén actualmente registrados podrán solicitar registrarse como votantes calificados del Distrito Escolar Union Free de Garden City solicitando y devolviendo una solicitud de registro al Secretario del Distrito en persona, por correo electrónico a dicapuad@gcufsd.net o por fax al 516-294-1045. La solicitud de registro podrá incluir la preferencia del votante militar para recibir el formulario de registro por correo, fax o correo electrónico. Los formularios de solicitud de registro de votantes militares deberán recibirse en la oficina del Secretario del Distrito a más tardar a las 5:00 p.m. del 23 de abril de 2026.

Stress Management Seminar

Y SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que los votantes militares que sean votantes calificados del Distrito Escolar Union Free de Garden City podrán solicitar una solicitud de boleta militar al Secretario del Distrito y devolver dicha solicitud en persona, por correo electrónico a dicapuad@gcufsd.net o por fax al 516-2941045. Para que se emita una boleta militar, una solicitud válida de boleta militar deberá recibirse en la oficina del Secretario del Distrito a más tardar a las 5:00 p.m. del 23 de abril de 2026. Las solicitudes de boleta militar recibidas conforme a lo anterior serán procesadas de la misma manera que una solicitud de boleta no militar bajo la Sección 2018-a de la Ley de Educación. La solicitud de boleta militar podrá incluir la preferencia del votante militar para recibir la boleta por correo, fax o correo electrónico. La solicitud original de boleta militar y la boleta militar del votante deberán devolverse por correo o en persona a la oficina del Secretario del Distrito en 56 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, Nueva York, junto con la declaración jurada firmada requerida por el votante.

Join us at the Senior Center for a seminar on Stress Management with Dr Mark Lazarus, sponsored by HANK Services. Wednesday, April 22, at 12:30. To register, please stop by the Senior Center front desk or call (516) 385-8006.

Join us for BINGO with Erin Fleischmann from Douglas Elliman Real Estate, Wednesday, May 13, at 12:15. Space is limited, to register, please stop by the Senior Center front desk or call (516) 385-8006.

Managing Your Medicine Cabinet

NYU EMS will be at the Senior Center on Tuesday, April 21, at 11:30, presenting, “Managing Your Medicine Cabinet”. To register, please stop by the Senior Center front desk or call (516) 385-8006.

Open Mah Jongg and Canasta

Every Tuesday we will be offering pickup Mah Jongg, Canasta, and Rummikub games, open to all residents from 12:00–2:00. Bring a set and have some fun.

Open Ping Pong

Senior Center Ping Pong on

Open Chess

Join us for Open Chess at Senior Center, every Friday at 2:00–3:30. Beginning December 5. No registration is required, just stop by and play!

Senior Center Lunch Group

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

Monday Night Bridge results

Y SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que las boletas militares serán escrutadas si son recibidas por el Secretario del Distrito antes del cierre de las urnas el 19 de mayo de 2026 y muestran un sello de cancelación del Servicio Postal de los Estados Unidos o del servicio postal de un país extranjero, o muestran una constancia fechada de recepción por otra agencia del Gobierno de los Estados Unidos; o si son recibidas a más tardar a las 5:00 p.m. del 19 de mayo de 2026 y están firmadas y fechadas por el votante militar y un testigo, con una fecha que se determine no posterior al día anterior a la elección.

The winners of the Monday, April 13, Seniors Bridge games: North / South:

First Place: Tom Adams and Lynn Second Place: Pat Fontaine and Ellen Moynahan

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East / West:

First Place: Nick Basile and Bill Drabyk

Second Place: Susan and Tony Giangrasso

Y SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que, conforme a una norma adoptada por la Junta de Educación de acuerdo con la Ley de Educación del Estado de Nueva York sección 2035, cualquier referéndum o proposición para cambiar el número de miembros de la Junta de Educación, o una emisión de bonos para mejoras de capital, o cualquier otra petición que la ley requiera que se incluya en el Aviso de la Reunión y Elección Anual deberá presentarse ante el Secretario del Distrito en 56 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, Nueva York, a más tardar a las 5:00 p.m., hora vigente, el 20 de marzo de 2026. Cualquier otra petición, excepto aquellas que la ley requiera que se incluyan en el Aviso de la Reunión y Elección Anual, deberá presentarse igualmente ante el Secretario del Distrito en 56 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, Nueva York. Todas dichas peticiones deberán estar mecanografiadas o impresas en idioma inglés; dirigidas al Secretario del Distrito Escolar; firmadas por al menos 87 votantes calificados del Distrito (representando el mayor entre 25 votantes o el 5% del número de votantes que participaron en la elección anual anterior); y deberán indicar de manera legible el nombre de cada firmante. Sin embargo, la Junta de Educación no considerará ninguna petición para someter a los votantes una proposición cuyo propósito no esté dentro de las facultades de los votantes para decidir, ni ninguna proposición o enmienda que sea contraria a la ley. Y SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que aquellos votantes que busquen información sobre esta Votación de Presupuesto y Elección en español deberán comunicarse con la Oficina del Secretario del Distrito al 516478-1040.

Dana DiCapua, Secretaría del Consejo de Educación del Distrito, Distrito Escolar Union Free de Garden City, 56 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, Nueva York

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Mindful Travelers Seek Out Responsible, Sustainable Travel Providers

BY KAREN RUBIN TRAVEL FEATURES SYNDICATE GOINGPLACESFARANDNEAR.COM

Travel “opens our minds, connects us, and makes the world a smaller place,” notes Sustainable Travel International. “Done well, tourism is a force for good that lifts communities out of poverty, improves living standards in developing countries and safeguards the world’s natural and cultural treasures.”

On the other hand, “Tourism also accounts for 8% of global emissions, litters the planet with plastic, threatens species, and overburdens communities.”

A growing cadre of travelers are mindful of the own responsibility and seek out travel companies, hotels, transportation, and destinations that offer responsible, sustainable practices – companies that make sustainability their mission, infusing their operation and their mindset.

Tour operators who practice sustainable, responsible travel in their operations and their policies are careful to limit their carbon footprint, avoid plastics and pollutants, hire locals and buy local, and often give back a portion of the tour price to the community, or assist and support community projects like schools, water, and health clinics. Wildlife, nature and safari companies show great care in how they interface with animals and the landscape, limiting interactions, and often sponsor conservation projects. And some are designed to engage the travelers actively in the projects or research.

Responsible travelers can make more informed choices of tour companies, hotels, cruiseships, transport modes and service providers. They gain first-hand understanding of the pressures on communities and eco-

Galapagos is the poster child for the necessity for responsible, sustainable eco-tourism and a model for how to practice it © Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com

systems, and become ambassadors to advocate for environmental protection at home. An added benefit is that they also bring these ideas and ways of living to their own home and community.

Here is a list of widely respected sustainable, responsible travel companies:

IntrepidTravel.com specializes in environmentally, culturally and socially responsible tours for small groups in destinations worldwide.

G Adventures, a Canada-based travel company, features trekking, safaris, ecotourism, cultural tours around the world, and is known for small group tours that prioritize local economic benefits and community-based projects.

Natural Habitat Adventures partners with the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) to offer specialized, eco-conscious wildlife tours, including polar bear and Galápagos trips.

And Beyond specializes in luxury, conservation-focused tourism in Africa, Asia, and South America.

Much Better Adventures focuses on adventure travel that supports local communities and contributes to habitat conservation, with 5% of revenue going to conservation funds.

Exodus Adventure Travels offers trips that often include “citizen

science” opportunities, such as collecting water samples for research.

Global Exchange offers socially responsible Reality Tours to 30 developing countries worldwide.

Journeys International is a US-based family-owned global adventure travel company specializing in guided cross-cultural explorations, nature safaris, treks and eco-tours in remote corners of the globe.

Tribes Travel is a UK-based travel company offering holidays and safaris run on fair trade and responsible travel principles.

World Expeditions, based in the UK (with offices in USA), offers trekking and small group adventure holidays, based on responsible and sustainable travel principles

Much Better Adventures focuses on adventure travel that supports local communities and contributes to habitat conservation, with 5% of revenue going to conservation funds.

Slow Travel

Bike tours are not only friendly to the environment, but are stimulating to mind and body and bring you to places you would otherwise never see and interactions you would never otherwise have. (BikeTours.com; Discovery Bicycle Tours; Wilderness Voyageurs;

BoatBikeTours; Backroads; Trek Travel; Exodus Adventure Travels; Duvine; and Butterfield & Robinson)

Rail travel: Consider a vacation by rail – Europe is easy to get around (RailEurope, Eurail and Vacations by Rail); Canada (VIA Rail), Great Rail Journeys (greatrail.com). Of course Japan is famous for its bullet train and excellent train system. Amtrak Vacations offers packages along its famous routes: California Zephyr; Coast Starlight; Empire Builder (amtrakvacations.com). Also, there are scenic rail routes such as Grand Canyon Railway, (Xanterra.com) Iconic rail journeys include Venice Simplon-Orient-Express (Europe); Rocky Mountaineer (Canada):  Glacier Express (Switzerland); Rovos Rail  (Africa); Maharajas› Express (India); Belmond Royal Scotsman (Scotland); TransSiberian Railway (Russia/Asia); Andean Explorer (Peru); Bernina Express (Switzerland/Italy); Eastern & Oriental Express (Southeast Asia); Seven Stars in Kyushu (Japan).

Voluntourism

Earthwatch enables people to join research projects alongside scientists such as Amazon Riverboat Exploration, Climate Change at the Arctic’s Edge, Conserving Wild Bees and Other Pollinators of Costa Rica and Discovering Ancient Societies in Portugal (earthwatch.org/expeditions/browse).

Biosphere Expeditions is an award-winning, non-profit organization enabling ordinary people to join scientists in the field doing hands-on research in marine, mountain, and tropical ecosystems. Two-thirds of the fee goes to the conservation project (www.biosphere-expeditions.org).

We Can See for Miles and Miles and Miles ...

BY DENNIS MAMMANA

Week of April 19-25, 2026

During my long career working in planetariums, I had a great advantage. Not only could I move the sun, moon and planets around the sky, I could also make the stars appear in the daytime and even make clouds disappear at will. In other words, I had control of the entire universe. Now that was a great gig!

I could do this in a planetarium because everything we saw was projected onto a thin aluminum dome overhead and operated by an electronic control panel. Some in the ancient world believed that the real sky was similar to a planetarium dome, with a series of crystalline spheres that carried everything in the heavens around us. This is certainly understandable; stand under a daytime or nighttime sky and it’s tough to believe otherwise.

Fortunately, modern science has given us many sophisticated techniques to measure distances to celestial objects, and we now know that this crystalline dome idea is merely an illusion caused by our eyes’ inability to perceive depth at great distances.

This week, we’ll have an opportunity to aim binoculars toward the sky and see three celestial targets, each at a much greater distance than the other. The best evening to view them is Thursday, April 23.

The first of these is the planet Venus.

Now appearing as a brilliant “star” in the western sky at dusk, Venus is currently the closest planet to us. It shines so brightly because it’s a world the size of Earth and is covered with sunlight-reflecting clouds. On the 23rd, it will be the nearest natural object in our sky, at a distance of “only” 136.8 million miles from us.

It’s still pretty distant, so if you aim binoculars toward this planet, you won’t see much except a brighter dot of light. But if you do so as the sky begins to darken, you may see two other objects.

To the lower left of Venus will appear the planet Uranus. This world is the first to be discovered by telescope (in 1781 by musical composer and amateur astronomer William Herschel). Unfortunately, it’s really faint because it’s so distant -- some 1.9 billion miles away.

The third object is a star cluster known as the Pleiades, or Seven Sisters. Normally, it shines nicely very high in the winter sky, but now that spring is upon us, it’s descending farther to the west each evening. This grouping of relatively young stars lies at a distance of 2,600 trillion miles.

Since the sky won’t be completely dark at dusk, and these three will lie quite low against the horizon, it’ll be tough to see all of them in the same binocular field of view. It’s certainly worth trying, though.

On the 23rd, the light reflected from the cloudtops of Venus will have taken

only 12.3 minutes to reach us (we say it’s 12.3 light-minutes away), and that from Uranus will have traveled some 2.8 hours.

The starlight from the Pleiades, on the other hand, has spent some 444 years traveling in our direction; in other words, it began its journey around 1582 and is just arriving tonight! So much for crystalline spheres! Visit Dennis Mammana at dennismammana.com. . COPYRIGHT 2026 CREATORS.COM

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A Conversation With the Plumber’s Assistant

BY TRACY BECKERMAN

Me: “Hi. This is Tracy Beckerman. I need to schedule a follow-up appointment with the plumber.”

Plumber’s Assistant: “Hey, my sister’s name is Tracy. That’s so funny! Do you spell it with an ‘e’ or no ‘e’?”

Me: “Um, no ‘e’.”

PA: “My sister doesn’t spell it with an ‘e,’ either. I mean, who needs an extra letter for no reason. LOL!”

Me: “Exactly! So anyway, about that appointment ...”

PA: “Oh sure. How about tomorrow?”

Me: “I’m actually out of town the next two days.”

PA: “Oh, I won’t tell anyone that. LOL! Don’t want your house to get robbed.”

Me: “Um, thank you?”

PA: “Yeah, I knew this guy who wrote all over Facebook that he was going to Jamaica, and then when he got back from his trip, his house was

cleaned out. Like, duh!”

Me: “Yeah, duh.”

PA: “I mean my boyfriend is a police officer, so I know you should never tell people on the internet when you’re going out of town.”

Me: “Absolutely. How about Thursday?”

PA: “What about Thursday?”

Me: “For my plumbing appointment.”

PA: “Oh right. You know, people share too much information on the internet anyway, don’t you think?”

Me: “Sometimes they share too much information on the phone too.”

PA: “I know, right? Haha. Like, I have this friend who got filler in her lips and showed the pictures all over Instagram. It was kinda gross. Who wants to see pictures of someone’s big ol’ fish lips?”

Me: “Or hear about it on the phone ...”

PA: “But I mean, I’ve posted some gross pictures of plumbing emergencies

we’ve had, so what’s worse, right?”

Me: “Maybe talking about it?”

PA: “Do you know what happens when your kid tries to flush a Barbie head down the toilet? It’s not pretty. Not to mention how Barbie looks when you fish her out.”

Me: “Probably a lot like me right now.”

PA: “Bad enough Barbie was decapitated, then she got flushed. What a way to go, LOL.”

Me: “I know the feeling.”

PA: “Poor Barbie. LOL!”

Me: “May she rest in peace. So, back to my appointment ...”

PA: “Oh yeah. When did you say?”

Me: “Thursday.”

PA: “Sorry, after tomorrow we don’t have anything for two weeks. But we might have a last-minute cancellation. Can you call back in a few days?”

Me: “Not on your life.”

Tracy Beckerman is the author of the Amazon Bestseller, “Barking at the Moon: A Story of Life, Love, and Kibble,”

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REAL ESTATE WATCH

Why Property Taxes Feel So Unpredictable Now

BY PHILIP A. RAICES

For decades, property taxes were one of the more predictable aspects of homeownership. You might not have liked the number, but you could generally count on gradual, incremental changes year over year. Today, that sense of predictability is gone. For many homeowners, property taxes now feel erratic—spiking unexpectedly, shifting unevenly, and becoming harder to plan around.

So what changed?

The answer lies in a convergence of three powerful forces: reassessments catching up to rapid home price growth, steadily rising local government budgets, and the lasting effects of inflation. Together, they have transformed property taxes from a relatively stable expense into one that behaves more like a moving target.

The Reassessment Effect: Sudden Adjustments, Not Gradual Change

At the center of today’s volatility is the reassessment process. Municipalities periodically update property values to reflect current market conditions. In theory, this ensures fairness—homeowners pay taxes based on what their property is actually worth.

But in practice, reassessments rarely happen in real time. In many communities, they occur sporadically or in large intervals. That creates a lag effect. When home values rise quickly—as they did during the post-pandemic housing surge—assessments often fail to keep pace. Then, when reassessments finally occur, they can result in sharp increases rather than gradual adjustments.

For homeowners, this feels like a sudden financial jolt. A home that quietly appreciated over several years may suddenly be taxed at a much higher value all at once, even if the owner hasn’t made any changes to the property.

Local Budgets: The Hidden Driver Behind Tax Bills

While reassessments get most of the attention, they are only part of the equation. Property taxes ultimately fund local government budgets— schools, public safety, infrastructure, and municipal services.

In recent years, those budgets have been under increasing pressure. Rising labor costs, expanded services, and long-term obligations such as pensions have steadily pushed spending higher. Add to that the growing need for infrastructure upgrades, storm resilience projects, and modernized public facilities, and the financial demands on local governments become even more significant.

When budgets increase, the funding has to come from somewhere. In most suburban communities, that “somewhere” is property taxes.

What makes this especially frustrating for homeowners is that budget increases are often incremental and occur through a process that doesn’t receive widespread attention. Many residents only become aware of the impact when their tax bill arrives.

Inflation: The Multiplier That Doesn’t Go Away

Inflation has played a critical—and often underestimated—role in the current property tax environment. During the recent inflation surge, the cost of goods and services rose sharply across the board. Local governments were not immune.

Construction materials, fuel, labor, insurance, and maintenance costs all increased. Even as inflation rates have moderated, those higher costs have largely remained in place. Municipalities must now operate within this more expensive environment, and their budgets reflect that reality.

Unlike a temporary price spike, these cost increases tend to be sticky. Once a municipality adjusts its spending upward to account for higher expenses, it rarely reverses course. As a result, property taxes often continue to climb even after inflation headlines fade.

The Disconnect Between Market Trends and Tax Bills

One of the most confusing aspects for homeowners is the disconnect between what they hear about the housing market and what they see on their tax bill.

A homeowner might read that home prices are stabilizing—or even declining slightly—yet still face a higher property tax bill. This happens because assessments are often based on prior data, and the formulas used to determine taxable value can lag behind current market conditions.

Additionally, equalization rates and assessment methodologies vary widely from one municipality to another. The result is a system that can feel opaque and inconsistent, even when it is technically functioning as designed. This disconnect fuels a common and understandable frustration: if a home’s market value is no longer rising, why do property taxes continue to increase?

Tax Caps and Misconceptions

Many homeowners assume that

tax caps provide a safeguard against significant increases. While caps can limit how much a municipality raises its total tax levy, they do not necessarily protect individual homeowners from higher bills.

That’s because tax caps apply to the overall amount collected, not how that burden is distributed. If property values shift unevenly within a community, some homeowners may see larger increases while others see smaller ones—or even decreases.

In other words, even when a municipality stays within its legal limits, individual tax bills can still change substantially.

A System of Redistribution

Property taxes are inherently relative. They are not just about what your home is worth, but how it compares to others in your area.

If your property’s value rises faster than your neighbors’, you may end up shouldering a larger share of the overall tax burden. Conversely, if your home’s value lags behind, your share may decrease.

In stable markets, these shifts are usually minor. But in today’s environment—where some neighborhoods or property types are appreciating faster than others—the redistribution effect has become more pronounced.

This creates a sense of unpredictability and, at times, inequity, as homeowners struggle to understand why their tax burden has changed so significantly.

Why the Volatility May Continue

Looking ahead, there are several reasons to believe that property tax volatility is not a temporary phenomenon.

Local governments are facing longterm financial challenges, including aging infrastructure, climate-related investments, and ongoing operational costs. At the same time, housing markets remain dynamic, with values continuing to shift based on interest rates, migration patterns, and economic conditions.

These factors suggest that reassessments, budget adjustments, and cost pressures will remain ongoing features of the system—not one-time events. What Homeowners Can Do

While homeowners cannot control tax policy, they are not entirely without options.

First, it is essential to review your

property’s assessment regularly. Errors or outdated information can and do occur, and correcting them can lead to meaningful savings.

Second, pay attention to local budget discussions. School district and municipal budgets are public processes, and they directly influence property taxes. Being informed can help homeowners anticipate changes rather than react to them.

Third, consider filing a grievance if your assessment appears out of line with market value. While the process can seem daunting, it is one of the few direct ways to challenge your tax burden.

Finally, incorporate property taxes into long-term financial planning. In today’s environment, they should be viewed as a variable expense rather than a fixed one.

The Bottom Line

Property taxes feel more unpredictable today because they are being shaped by multiple forces at once. Reassessments are catching up to years of rapid home price growth. Local budgets are expanding to meet rising costs and demands. Inflation has permanently raised the baseline for municipal spending.

Individually, each of these factors would be manageable. Together, they create a system that feels volatile and, at times, difficult to understand.

For homeowners, the key is not just to recognize these forces, but to adapt to them. In a landscape where property taxes are no longer steady or predictable, awareness and proactive management are more important than ever.

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

National Association of Realtors Graduate Realtors Institute (what I consider a Master’s degree in real estate). Certified International Property Specialist - expert in consulting and completing international transactions.

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BY TOM MARGENAU

When My Word Isn’t Good Enough

Readers are always asking me to explain various Social Security rules and regulations. But sometimes they want more. They want to see something official -- something in “black and white.” In other words, they want me to give them a legal reference for whatever rules I am explaining to them.

I sort of know where they are coming from. Often, they have heard one thing from a friend or a supposed trusted source, such as a financial advisor or even a Social Security representative. And then they read something different in my column or one of my books. I understand their confusion.

So why should they trust me? Well, I’ve been doing this Social Security stuff for more than 50 years now. And most of the program’s rules and regulations are just burned into my brain. I will occasionally need to check something out in the Social Security Administration’s “Program Operations Manual System,” which is the primary resource guide for all SSA employees. POMS takes all of the Social Security laws and turns them into practical instructions for carrying out those laws. Frankly, I haven’t looked at the actual laws for many years now.

Still, I understand that more than a few people would like to see something in writing. Because of the high volume of emails I get, I simply don’t have the time to look everything up for every person who demands to see it in “black and white.” But if you want to do your own research, I have some bits of advice.

First, I strongly recommend starting with the “Social Security Handbook.” The Handbook is a much shorter version of the POMS. If you printed out the entire POMS, it would fill about 20 big three-ring binders. (I know this for a fact because when I worked for the SSA before an electronic version of POMS came along, I had those 20 binders in a bookshelf behind my desk.)

Anyway, the Social Security Handbook is only about 700 pages and fills just one book on my desk. You can find a PDF version at www.socialsecurity.gov. Or simply do a Google search for “Social Security Handbook.” But if you’re an old-fashioned guy like me, you can get a hard copy of the book at any bookseller like Amazon. (It is expensive, though. About a hundred bucks the last time I checked!)

And since I mentioned Amazon, allow me to shamelessly plug my book. It’s an Amazon best seller and is called “Social Security - Simple and Smart.” It’s a collection of fact sheets I have written for my readers over the years. These fact sheets explain almost every facet of the Social Security program. It’s much shorter and simpler than the Social Security Handbook. And it is WAY easier

to understand than the POMS. And it is so much more convenient to find what you are looking for in my book rather than trying to wade through all the Social Security rules. If you search for it on Amazon and the 2026 version doesn’t pop up, look for a box that says, “See all formats and editions,” and then click on the 2026 edition.

Having plugged my book, I totally understand that it’s not good enough for some people. They want to see the actual rules and regulations. If you are not satisfied with the Social Security Handbook, you are going to have to delve into the thousands and thousands of pages of POMS.

You can find POMS online at www. socialsecurity.gov. Scroll down to the bottom of the homepage and click on “Research and policy.” On the page that pops up, scroll down until you see a link labeled “Program Rules,” and click on it. Once there, you will see four links. You will want to open the link labeled “Employee Operating Instructions.” Then click on “Program Operations Manual System - POMS.” When you open it up, you will see the Table of Contents, which is divided into topics like “Retirement and Survivors Insurance” and “Disability Insurance” and “Health Insurance” and so on.

And then all I can say is “good luck!” I’ve been using POMS for more than half a century now and to be honest, I still have trouble finding exactly what I am looking for.

And for those of you who aren’t satisfied with my book, with the Social Security Handbook, or with POMS and you insist on seeing the actual law, well then I wish you even more luck. In my 50 years of working on Social Security issues, I think I’ve tried to find an actual law reference only once or twice. But if you really want to, you can find the laws by following the same links I mentioned above for POMS. Once you click on “Program Rules,” you will find tabs for “The Law,” “The Regulations,” and “The Rulings.”

I am not a lawyer and I certainly am no expert on these matters, but I think in a nutshell, the “Law” is the law. The “Regulations” are subsets of the law. The “Rulings” are subsets of the regulations. And POMS turns all that legal mumbo jumbo into something at least sort of readable. But to repeat, my book turns all of that into something very readable and easy-to-understand.

Having given you all these instructions for wading through the SSA website to find various laws and rules and regulations, I’ve found that a simple Google search can work just as well. And here is a big hint for doing that. Always start out your search with the words “Social Security.” For example, say you wanted information on the 10-year duration of marriage rule that applies

to a divorced husband or wife trying to get benefits on an ex-spouse’s Social Security record. When you do the Google search, don’t just type in “10-year marriage rule.” Make sure you type in “Social Security 10-year marriage rule.” Lots of helpful links will pop up. But if you want a specific POMS reference, then add POMS to your search. So you would type in “Social Security 10-year marriage rule POMS.”

Or, as I said, keep things really easy and just spend fifteen bucks and get my book, “Social Security - Simple and Smart.”

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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BY CLAIRE LYNCH

When I joined a book club two years ago I was a newcomer but over time I’ve gotten to know who’s who. My group has a couple of quiet people, those individuals who relax, sit back and take everything in as people comment on the book being discussed that month. At some point they speak up and say which character was their favorite.

Everyone pays close attention when they speak because they have thought about the book from several angles and made their conclusions as to whether or not it works. They make their points about the plot, the characters, the crescendo and naturally, whether or not it has a great ending. Is there a major cliffhanger or is there a smooth and rather obvious ending?

Sometimes I like the predictability of a book’s ending but other times I like being surprised by having it end on a cliffhanger meaning we don’t really know the answer and we start thinking about a sequel. Suspense has a way of getting the adrenaline going and I like wondering what will come next.

My high school English teacher, Mrs. Smith, told us about “Moby Dick,” which was required reading for so many of us. What was it about Capt. Ahab, that leader of a crew who was headstrong and made some bad choices? In the end, his crew paid the price for it.

Mrs. Smith also explained about “denouement” which sounded like a big, complicated word to this high school sophomore but she said that after the climax of the story, it explains any lingering questions the reader may have. Denouement was a foreign word to me in high school and sure enough it’s a French word that means “untie the knot.”

In a book, the denouement is the

resolution of a plot that occurs after the climax. Denouement is not a literary technique, it’s the point in a story in which the conflict is resolved.

One of the books we read recently was “Ordinary Grace” by William Kent Krueger. It was published in 2013 but I hadn’t heard of that author or that particular book. Told from Frank Drum’s perspective 40 years after the fact, it’s set in 1961 in New Bremen, MN, when the Twins were playing their debut season and ice-cold root beers were selling out at the soda counter at Holderson’s Drugstore. There’s a murder mystery in town and 13-year-old Frank and his younger brother, Jake, age 11, feel compelled to tell what they have seen.

A real page turner, it held my attention and we had a lively discussion at the public library. In his own life Krueger spoke with a librarian who understood how interesting a good adventure story might be to, at that time, a 12-year-old boy. He said she suggested reading “The Count of Monte Cristo.”

Krueger explained, “With that first captivating Dumas novel, she launched me on a journey of reading that has led to where I am today.” He then read everything by Alexandre Dumas plus other adventure authors like Jules

Verne and H.G. Wells.

William Kent Krueger grew up in the Cascade Mountains of Oregon and always dreamed of becoming a writer. Krueger worked at various jobs before becoming a full-time author - he logged lumber, worked in construction and tried freelance journalism but his wife, Diane, now a lawyer, backed his dream.

Another book we read called “The Harbor House,” was much lighter than “Ordinary Grace.” It was breezy to read and more of a “beach read” in fact.

Written by Mia Kent and published in 2022, “The Harbor House” centers around Robyn Wright, a middle-aged woman who wants a change in her life.

She takes a part-time job assisting an elderly woman who lives in a beautiful harbor house on a small island called Thistle Island off the coast of North Carolina. Her goal is to find a few months of peace and quiet and the chance to recharge her batteries.

While taking a walk on the beach Robyn uncovers a message in a bottle and a mystery that needs solving and she, with her innate curiosity and sense of adventure, is just the person to solve it.

As Robyn begins investigating the matter she discovers that the locals on

Thistle Island have made it a habit to collect the numerous other bottles with messages that have also washed up on the shoreline. They are all displayed in town and Robyn finds that fascinating. It’s summertime and life has taken an unexpected turn for Robyn Wright. No, this book isn’t Nicholas Sparks’ “Message In a Bottle” - this one is different. “The Harbor House” is a perfect beach read meaning it’s not heavy, it’s entertaining and holds my interest, too.

Now that I’ve been a regular member I’ve gotten to know the “old reliables,” the individuals who always arrive early and stay a few minutes late to help set up or just to chat with others. These people are around to talk about future books or to talk about whatever is on anyone’s mind. Having good discussions with peers is fun and I look forward to them because once the book club meeting starts there really aren’t many side conversations - too distracting for everyone else.

Since retiring seven years ago and joining a book club in my neighborhood I’ve read numerous books and discovered many new authors. People I’d never thought about reading before. I thought only bookworms attended book club meetings but the people in my group are pretty outgoing. Not everyone is an extrovert but many of them are so that makes for some pretty lively discussions about the book of the month and future books, too. Our list covers a wide range of topics as well as different genres.

Many people judge a book by its cover. Or its blurb. Everyone makes book suggestions and after all is said and done, some I liked reading and others were just okay. But when I am happily surprised by a book, that’s a good thing. And when it’s a really memorable book, that’s simply awesome.

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ing St. Paul’s. More recently, I reversed my opinion after seeing what the debate over it has done to our civic life. A position on a building began to be treated as a test of character. Public debate became moral theater. Facts were bent. The Garden City News reported on the scandalous “St. Paul’s emails,” in which CAP supporters on Village committees discussed hanging misleading construction estimates around FABGC’s necks for political gain. Fine. But don’t call that your preferred, “constructive” approach to governance.

Hard-fought campaigns on real issues are part of democratic life, even if some dislike the friction that comes with electoral choice. And while campaigns have become more heated since CAP’s monopoly on power ended in 2021, it is not clear that we need Trustee Catalano’s proposed summit on campaign conduct, especially if it is to be led by people who benefit from distortion to later recast themselves as peacemakers. The basic standards are not complicated: tell the truth, avoid bad-faith accusations, do not overstate, and speak up when blatant lies are spread and threats are made against candidates.

On one point, however, Trustee Catalano may be half right: “there is no reason for our elections to be so contentious year after year.” Perhaps. But unfortunately, with the most recent election results tallied, the reason persists and it is St. Paul’s.

Richard Corrao

Codes of Conduct

To the Editor:

A cautionary note might be in order regarding last week’s Garden City News editorial suggesting a “Code of Conduct” for elections.   https://www.gcnews. com/articles/code-of-election-conduct/

Like the most recent election, in the first real election this village had in 2021, there were also incidents of misconduct.   The difference was the POA and FABGC campaign leaders at that time understood there were lines that should not be crossed.  When a member of the POA campaign suggested using a video of a FABGC candidate’s statement that could be misinterpreted as criticizing the ethnic make-up of a nearby village, POA Trustee Bolebruch spoke up forcefully against the use of it as misleading. He refused to allow it to be used.  Trustee Bolebruch didn’t need a “Code of Conduct”.  He didn’t sit in silence. He just did the right thing. When a link to a business issue of a POA candidate was posted that could be viewed as detrimental to their campaign, but was actually MISLEADING if one was not from that specific industry, one of the founders of FABGC immediately called the poster, had it taken down, and then, both in writing and over the phone, during a brutally hard

fought campaign, apologized to that POA Trustee.  They did not need a “Code of Conduct”.  They did not sit in silence. They just did the right thing.  So it might appear, the issue is not a “Code of Conduct”, but the win at all cost mentality of some that run for trustees and are involved in the campaigns.  Does anyone really believe that those that created fake AI are going to abide by a “Code of Conduct” if the 8 POA trustees sit silently by again because they benefit from the misinformation?  When Mayor Finneran brags about “private actions” (then further brags he does not need to describe them) while he does nothing to inform thousands of voters that viewed the fake website that the FABGC candidates have no Housing Plan to develop St Paul’s, would that be covered by a “Code of Conduct”?  Does anyone really believe that those running the CAP campaign did not realize to threaten a female FABGC candidate, publicly, with “you must drop out of the race or you will be “exposed”” with further fake AI, was not legitimate political discourse?  Does anyone believe that those that spread the false rumors that a candidate supported NY Mayor Mamdani with financial contributions did not realize it was wrong?  Is a code of conduct really going to say you can’t lie and tell residents a “FABGC candidate does not really live in the Village” and “has no skin in the game” as she moved from one section of the village to another after 14 years of residency?  Is the code of conduct really going to say “it is not allowed to send creepy threatening texts and other communications” to a female FABGC candidate at 3AM?  And does anyone really believe that all this that just happened the last week of the campaign, after the last GC News went to press, leaving the FABGC candidates with no reasonable chance to respond to all the misinformation, was just coincidence and not a coordinated effort by the CAP candidates and their supporters to mislead the voters?

The fact that POA Trustee Catalano, an outspoken leader of the CAP campaign committee is now calling for a “Reset” in the Garden City News, yet sat in silence during the entire campaign of misinformation and threats against the female FABGC candidates, can only make one wonder about that POA Trustee’s sincerity.

Residents should thank the GCNews for bringing to light the issues of the CAP campaign.  Until trustees care about good governance we will continue to encounter these issues.  If candidates run on a fake “St Paul’s Senior Tax Exemptions” as Trustees Torino, Muldoon, Tai and Courtney did in 2024, and the residents don’t object to their deceit, why would they not use the same tactics of misinformation again?   Should we really be surprised when those same individuals give us fake costs for St Paul’s and blatant-

ly biased “opinion surveys” that allow only choices favored by those trustees?  Should we be surprised when an 8-0 pledge to issue a Request for Proposal on demolition of St Paul’s before the election disappears immediately after the election with no trustee debate or resident comment in violation of the Open Meetings Law?

However, it is not all bad news. For those that believe in transparency and good governance, it has been heartening to see the overwhelming number of letters in the Garden City News these last two weeks that took the threats, election interference and intentional AI misinformation from POA Directors and CAP supporters regarding a fake plan for housing at St Paul’s that never existed, seriously, even if the CAP candidates, the Mayor and POA trustees did not.

Donald MacLeod

Writing is on delaying wall

To the Editor:

Under Nassau County regulations, a building that is deemed unsafe, unsanitary, or unfit for human habitation and vacant for years can be condemned when it poses a significant risk to the health and safety of its occupants, and/ or the general public.

Structural Integrity: Significant decay, unstable foundations, walls, floors, and ceilings, damage from fire, wind, or natural disasters that makes partial or complete collapse possible.

· Load-Bearing Failures: Interior or exterior walls that lean, list, or buckle significantly (e.g., if a plumb line falls outside the middle third of its base).

· Sanitary Conditions: Excessive vermin or rat infestation, insects, and accumulation of filth, or “sanitary evils” like defective drainage and plumbing that can likely cause sickness and the spread of diseases to occupants and the neighboring community.

· Essential Utilities: A lack of functioning water, electricity, heating, or gas for more than 30 days.

· Fire Hazards: Inadequate fire escapes, blocked emergency exits, faulty wiring, or a lack of minimum safeguards like functional smoke detectors.

· Hazardous Materials: Severe black mold infestations or the presence of toxic substances like asbestos, lead paint, lead dust, and chemicals.

· Abandonment: Buildings left vacant and unsecured for more than 72 hours, or those boarded up for over eight weeks are considered abandoned. All of the above exist in some form and varying degrees throughout the St. Paul’s building, even though the BOT refuses to publicly acknowledge its shortcomings.

Bob Orosz

A time to compromise

To the Editor:

It’s time to compromise and end the

division.  We have a number of groups still fighting to get 100% of what they want.  This isn’t possible. But, there may be a solution.

We have those pushing for demolition.  There are good reasons including: the high cost of renovation; the results from the village survey confirming little support for spending the high cost of total renovation; the fact that we have an old building which is sitting there unused and taking up valuable Village parkland; the many years the Village administration has spent significant management time and money without finding a financially acceptable way to use the building .

We have those pushing for TOTAL renovation.  They believe this is Garden City’s last chance to save an important part of the Village’s history.  They have looked at a number of possible funding alternatives to try to make it financially acceptable.  It appears that the Village Board wants to continue this effort by spending approximately $10 million to secure the outside of the building by renovating the roof, repair windows, repointing the brick, etc.  Thus, this group wants to continue to search for a way to finance total restoration.

We have a group that is pushing to establish a new Village Park.  Although this group is also leaning towards demolition, it would like to keep the Clock Tower and some type of structure to keep some of the historical artifacts from the St. Paul’s school.  The land would then provide a park for walking, sitting and enjoying the 5 acres currently unused because of the existing building.

We have a group that still would like the option to use the original St. Paul’s façade to consider a long term project such as a large Community Center.  This would use the historic main entrance wing to St Paul’s and add a modern rear extension.  Thus keeping the beauty of the historic building and providing large open spaces.

So, is there a way to meet most of these needs?  YES.  During the comprehensive analysis provided by our many expert consultants, we were given alternative suggestions based on the Village Board’s concern about the high cost of many of the projects.  The one alternative which has never been supported is the partial demolition of St Paul’s building.  That proposal would be to take down the East and West Wings (which could leave the clock tower, if we wanted), leaving the Front Entrance Wing and the Chapel Wing.  So why was this never considered?  It actually was reviewed by the Village Board and rejected as too expensive.  But what is too expensive?  At first, it was estimated to cost $16 million, and then more recently, estimated at $30 million.  WOW that is expensive. BUT is it a real solution? Think about it!

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Friday, April 17, 2026

This option substantially reduces the cost of renovation and the $30 million would get almost everything all the different groups want.  First, it would provide a complete internal renovation of the reduced size building . So, the front wing and the chapel wing would be completely restored and useable by the village.  The Chapel, the central stairs, the first floor conference rooms that were the goal of the original Save St Paul’s committee, would be available for all to use.  The thousands of square foot spaces often talked about as unused, would be gone.  There would be no more discussions about “next steps”.  The smaller structure would be easy to manage.  The space originally used by the school as a cafeteria could be used as a café/restaurant for residents who will be using the New Village Park.  And in fact, the smaller building would be a place for park goers to use as a refuge during sudden bad weather or during the cold winter months.

Maybe this “high cost” alternative is a Brilliant Compromise.

Jon Schwiege r

Fiduciary failure

To the Editor:

In their letter, “No knowledge of actions”, which appeared on p.2 in last week’s GCN, the four POA/CAP candidates (now Trustees) sought to distance themselves from the controversy caused by the despicable Parlenti post and other messages which were disseminated to threaten, smear and harass the two female FABGC candidates. The CAP candidates (three of whom were sitting Trustees running for re-election but only signed the letter as ordinary residents) ended their letter by stating: “We will not be distracted. While we fully expect this statement may invite further criticism, we are choosing to move forward and remain focused on issues that matter to our residents. Once again we had no knowledge of nor any interactions with Mr. Partlenti or any of his work. This will be our last comment on this matter”.

On the pages following that letter there was an avalanche of letters raising a firestorm of outrage at the contemptible conduct displayed by Mr. R. Parlenti and the other miscreants’ behaviors targeting the female FABGC candidates. (p.2, &53-55). The CAP candidates/Trustees’ letter seems like a pre-emptive strike against concerned residents voicing their opinions. Apparently listening to residents is off the table entirely. Is it OK to then posit the question are these Trustees high off their “victory” are now entitled to tell residents we just don’t want to hear it? This is arguably a bit arrogant coming from those with a fiduciary responsibility to all residents not just those who voted for them. Will agendas for future

BOT meeting contain a list of unmentionable words or issues? Remember how the Trustees fashioning the survey acted as if the mere mention of the word “demolition” was like using an obscenity to them and they refused to even allow that word to appear printed on the survey? And Trustees Muldoon, Tai and Deputy Mayor Courtney (then Trustee) were among the six Trustees who attempted to block then Mayor Flanagan’s disclosure of 25 emails which revealed that several prominent preservationists meddled in the Westerman Construction cost estimation process to skinny the numbers for adaptive reuse and not give demolition a fair shake. This is important because Trustee Muldoon in very large part used the Westerman report as the foundation for his presentation providing cost estimation for adaptive reuse and other preservation choices in the 2025 BOT’s St. Paul’s survey.

During the election campaign these candidates held fireside chats at Trustee Muldoon’s home in front of a fine fireplace and included one between the Trustee and the Mayor - it was memorable for the display of the Mayor’s fancy orange socks for sure. However, there was never a collective public statement by these three Trustees / candidates or the Board generally admonishing any of the attacks upon FABGC candidates before the election and now obviously no effort to improve governance or get their supporters in line is contemplated. Doesn’t the candidates / Trustees’ letter further delegitimize their election? Why haven’t any preservationists written letters supporting that cause while also expressing dismay about the actions of those who exceeded the bounds of decency just to save all of the bricks?

S. G. Gorray

Gentlemen’s Agreement?

To the Editor:

Everyone keeps talking about elections. What happened to The Gentlemen’s Agreement we used to choose our Mayor with?

Geri Moratti

Solution to speeding

To the Editor:

Maybe it’s me, but I’m not understanding Trustee Muldoon’s analysis of how the new traffic data would help us. In our neighborhood, some cars fly down Roxbury, Wellington, and Euston going way over the speed limit, blowing through stop signs, in order to drop off or pick up people at the Nassau Blvd. train station. Vinny seems to think that if the average of all the drivers is in the low 30s that all is good, that everyone is driving safely. Not so. If 10 drivers are doing the speed limit at 30 miles per hour, and 1 person goes 50 miles and hour, the average is 32 mph (rounded). Obviously, the 10 safe drivers are not

the problem. The 1 driver going 50 mph is extremely dangerous to all of us. We have tons of little kids here, along with lots of walkers, runners, etc. That driver doing 50 mph needs to be stopped. Period.

What would be a solution would be speed cameras. If you drive in New York City, where the speed limit is 25 mph, and you go 36 mph or above, you get a ticket. $50. Every time you speed you get a ticket. That stops people from speeding. Walking in Brooklyn is far safer than walking in Garden City. I would like the Village to follow the lead of New York City. Lower the speed limit to 25 mph. Invest in speed cameras. Make Garden City safe for kids, walkers, and runners.

Glenn Aldridge

Thank you, Garden City

To the Editor:

After nearly 34 years of proudly serving the students, teachers, staff, and families of the community of Garden City, I am happy to share that I have decided to retire at the end of this school year.  I am thankful for the opportunity to have served this incredible community that I hold so dear to my heart.  It has been an honor and a privilege.

I am grateful for the trust the Board of Education, Administration, and Garden City Community have placed in me in educating our students at every level in many different roles.  I have truly loved every single one, from teacher at St. Anne’s, the Garden City Middle School and Stratford School, to coach at the Garden City High School, to administrator at Stratford and Homestead Schools.  My journey through each led me to the highlight of my professional career, serving as principal of Homestead.  It was here that I had the gift of teaching many of my own students’ children.

As I reflect on my time, I am beyond proud of the work we have done together and all that we have accomplished, always putting the best interests of our students first.  I truly value the partnerships I have shared with our dedicated teachers, staff, administrators, many parent groups, and Board of Education in making Garden City the very special place that it is - and will continue to be.

Please accept my heartfelt gratitude for all of your support and for always making me feel such an important part of our community.

I value tremendously every student, faculty, and family member I have had the pleasure of working alongside.  I treasure the connections we have made, which, over the years, have extended as far outside Garden City as Paris to Rome, California to New York, Kentucky to Texas, Vermont to Saratoga, Spring Lake to Montauk, Villanova to St. John’s.  I know the connections we have made will last a lifetime in the friendships and bonds we

have formed.

I will always cherish my time in Garden City and will forever take great pride in shaping so many young lives.  I can’t imagine spending my entire professional career anywhere else.  Thank you for the memories, I’ll be seeing you.

Dr. Suzanne Viscovich, Homestead School Principal

Another one bites the concrete To the Editor:

Once again, a neighbor took a serious spill on uneven sidewalks and came up with an extremely painful and bloodied face.

The town, unfortunately, is not responsible to fix our sidewalks.

It is every GC homeowner’s responsibility to get it done. Seems crazy to me but that’s the policy.

C’mon folks! Do the right thing and take ownership of your sidewalks! Alison Parks

The dope vs. the pope

To the Editor:

I’m not a child psychologist, so I don’t know what President Trump is going to say every day. This week he attacked the Pope for being weak on crime and promoting peace in the world. Then depicted himself in Truth Social as Jesus Christ administering to a Jeffery Epstein doppelganger. Our Orange Jesus and his valet at the Department of War Crimes, Whiskey Pete Hegseth, are now making a dedicated run at turning the men and women of the armed forces into Trump’s personal and partisan army. Trump said Iran’s nuclear arsenal was obliterated, we don’t need their oil or the Strait of Hormuz, yet starts an unnecessary war at a cost of $1 billion a day to U.S. taxpayers. As of this writing, thirteen American soldiers have died , six directly due to Russian intelligence to their Ally Iran. Trump shrugs and calls Putin a friend and genius. Gas prices are over $4 a gallon, inflation is spiraling up and America is engaged in an endless war by the Dope who ran for president promising those issues would not happen .

The Pope has cancelled his trip to celebrate America’s 250 birthday and instead will be administering to migrants and the less fortunate in Lampedusa, a small Mediterranean island. Currently, the first American born Pope has no plans to visit the US while our convicted felon, rapist and pedophile president is in office.

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The Environmental Advisory Board Invites Garden City Residents to Participate in Our Earth Day Activity

The first Earth Day, April 22, 1970, was founded by Gaylord Nelson, a Senator from Wisconsin. It was founded partly in reaction to a serious oil spill which occurred in 1969 as the result of a blowout at an offshore drilling rig located 6 miles from Santa Barbara, California. This spill resulted in an oil slick which covered nearly 800 square miles and coated many miles of nearby coastline. Santa Barbara’s Zoo closed so that its employees could treat hundreds of oiled birds that were found. Many marine animals such as dolphins also perished. This event caused much public outrage.

Two thousand colleges and universities, ten thousand schools and more than twenty million Americans par-

ticipated in activities on the first Earth Day. This demand for action led President Richard Nixon to sign legislation establishing the Environmental Protection Agency in December 1970. Since then, all fifty states have also established environmental agencies which work to regulate pollution and protect natural resources. By 1990, Earth Day was being observed in over 140 countries.

Water Act, which passed in 1972, the Endangered Species Act, which passed in 1973, and the Toxic Substances Control Act, which passed in 1976.

Many communities and organizations offer Earth Day activities. Some examples include neighborhood, beach and park cleanups, tree and native garden plantings, nature walks, energy audits and educational events such as science fairs.

to attend to see the ladybugs. The pollinator garden is located at the corner of Stewart and Hilton Avenues. (The ladybugs can be viewed before Earth Day at the office of Garden City’s arborist, Joseph Umana. Thank you, Joseph, for taking care of the ladybugs!) In case of rain, the event will be held the following Wednesday, April 29th at 4:30 PM. Check the village website for an update if the weather is questionable.

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responded to Stewart Avenue near Franklin Avenue to assist a motorist stuck in the roadway. The vehicle was removed safely.

Medical calls

GCPD officers responded on April 12th to two aided cases.

Auto accident

On April 12th, Garden City Police responded to one auto accident.

Smoke check

Garden City Police and Firefighters responded on April 12th to Kenwood and Wetherill Roads for a reported smoke condition. No smoke was found.

Tire damage

On April 12th, Garden City Police responded to a New Hyde Park Road residence for intentional damage to a car tire. GCPD detectives were notified.

Grocery delivery theft

Garden City Police responded on April 12th to a Willow Street residence for a stolen grocery delivery. GCPD detectives were notified.

Fall assist

On April 13th, GCPD officers responded to 100 Hilton Avenue to assist a resident after a fall.

U-Haul check

Garden City Police responded on

The establishment of the EPA resulted in the passage of a number of pieces of legislation which form the legal framework for environmental protection in the United States, including, for example, the Clean Air Act, which passed in 1970, the Clean

Wednesday, April 22nd is Earth Day. Please join the Environmental Advisory Board at our Earth Day activity. We will release ladybugs at Garden City’s pollinator garden beginning at 4:30 PM. Families with young children are especially invited

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

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April 13th to investigate a U-Haul truck in the Middle School parking lot. The vehicle left prior to arrival.

Steam alarm

On April 13th, Garden City Police and Firefighters responded to a Magnolia Avenue residence for a fire alarm caused by steam from a shower.

Lift assist

GCPD responded on April 13th to a Maxwell Road residence for assistance.

Road debris

On April 13th, Garden City Police responded to Stewart Avenue and removed debris from the roadway.

Found property

Garden City Police responded on April 13th to a Franklin Avenue business for a found wallet and phone. The owner was located.

Suspicious person

On April 13th, Garden City Police responded to Osborne Road for a suspicious person. All was in order.

Construction alarm

Garden City Police and Firefighters responded on April 13th to a 3rd Street residence for a fire alarm set off by construction.

Fraud report

On April 13th, GCPD took an identity theft report from a business at Garden City Plaza involving an altered check.

Assistance after fall

Garden City Police responded on April 13th to Stewart and Franklin Avenues for a person lying on the ground after losing balance.

Youth disturbance call

On April 13th, GCPD officers responded to a youth-related call at Hilton Avenue and 7th Street.

False alarm

Garden City Police responded on April 13th to Brompton Road for a fire alarm set off in error.

Business check

On April 13th, GCPD officers responded to a Franklin Avenue business for a suspicious person who was properly identified.

Medical calls

GCPD responded on April 13th to four aided cases. On April 14th they responded to an additional four cases.

Auto accidents

On April 13th, GCPD responded to four auto accidents. On April 14th, they responded to six additional auto accidents.

Resident assist

GCPD officers responded on April 14th to a Kingsbury Avenue residence to assist a resident back into a chair. No injuries were reported.

Elizabeth Bailey, a member of the Garden City Environmental Advisory Board, remembers participating in the first Earth Day as a sophomore at the University of Rochester! Besides participating in an on-campus activity, she gave a presentation at a local high school.

CO detector

On April 14th, GCPD assisted the Fire Department with a fire call on 4th Street determined to be a faulty CO detector.

Brush fire

GCPD officers assisted on April 14th with a brush fire along the LIRR fence line on Manor Road from Edgemere Road to Jackson Street. The fire was caused by downed PSEGLI wires that ignited brush. They returned later in the day when the brush fire reignited.

Repair dispute

On April 14th, Garden City Police officers responded to a Damson Street residence for a dispute between a resident and a repairman. The dispute was resolved at the scene.

Suspicious male

GCPD officers responded on April 14th to a business on 7th Street for a suspicious person described as a homeless male. He left prior to further action.

Tree trimming

On April 14th, GCPD assisted the Parks Department with tree trimming on 7th Street.

False alarm

Garden City Police and Firefighters responded to a false fire alarm at 111 Cherry Valley Avenue on April 14th.

Girls Lacrosse tested by top teams

Friday, April 10: Home v. IMG Academy

IMG Academy is an athletic-based boarding school in Bradenton, Florida where the tuition for the current academic year is $95,900. It is an institution that attracts serious athletes from around the country who seek to play the best competition to validate its elite status. Last week, they flew up to Long Island seeking to avenge last year’s loss to the Lady Trojans on their home turf. The stage was set on a sun-drenched but chilly Warren King Field, as the American flags stood at attention in a stiff

breeze, the stands were packed with St. Anthony’s and Manhasset players scouting their future foes, and the announcer entertained the crowd with colorful commentary throughout the contest.

IMG got out to a quick 2-0 lead after securing possession on the first several draws. Looking strong, fast and physical out of the gate, it appeared that they would give the Lady Trojans their toughest competition of the season. But at the 8:06 mark of the first quarter, Garden City came alive when Yale bound captain Averie Smith (2 goals, 1 assist) notched the first of her two goals on

the day. A minute later, junior Grace Brantuk (3 goals, 2 assists) converted a free position to knot the game at 2 apiece. She struck again 35 seconds later off an assist from senior Ashley Clark (2 goals, 1 assist). Garden City’s grittiest goal of the contest was its fourth, when an aggressive ride led to a perfect strip check takeaway by senior defender Ciara Hegarty. Hegarty found Brantuk who returned the favor to Clark for a 4-2 GC lead. But IMG didn’t wilt under the quick barrage of scoring by the Lady Trojans. They edged GC in circle play on the day, winning 14 out of 26 draws. This allowed them to

eventually take a 9-7 lead midway through the 3rd quarter. However, Garden City’s defense held firm, with sophomore keeper Teagan Gately notching 7 big saves behind seniors Hegarty, Jessy Martin, Kate Scuderi and junior Claire Arendt. IMGs aggressive (and sometimes overly aggressive) play eventually lead to 4 yellow cards, which meant an automatic man down situation for the remaining 6 minutes of the 4th quarter. The Lady Trojans capitalized on that advantage on both ends of the field. IMG was unable to test Gately in the 4th quarter, and Garden City scored 4 of the final 5 goals in the

Girls Lacrosse tested by top teams

Senior Kate Scuderi helps anchor the Trojan's stingy defense.

game. Also scoring on the day were senior Kimbery Colucci (3 goals, 1 assist), senior Michaela Molgano (1 goal, 2 assists), and senior LeeLee Gaffney (1 goal). The final score was Public 12, Private 10.

Tuesday, April 14:

Home v. Darien (CT) High School

The #2 high school team in the country, the Blue Wave out of Darien CT, came cruising into town off an impressive overtime victory over St. Anthony’s High School a week earlier. St. Anthony’s had been riding a 51-game winning streak, but Darien put an end to that in the 10-9 thriller. The Garden City Lady Trojans were champing at the bit to avenge their own 10-9 overtime loss to the Blue Wave a year earlier up in Connecticut. This game had all the makings for a heavyweight slugfest, and it did not disappoint.

After yielding the first goal of the game, Garden City ripped off three straight goals of its own. Senior Michaela Molgano (3 goals, 1 assist) struck first off an assist from fellow senior Ashley Clark (1 goal, 1 assist). A little over a minute later, William & Mary bound Kimberly Colucci (4 goals, 1 assist) hit the back of the cage off an assist from fellow attacker Averie Smith (3 assists). Next was junior middie Ali Bennett (1 goal), who ripped the upper twine with a high heater from distance, assisted by Colucci. But Darien fought back as was to be expected from this highly competitive program. The score was knotted at 4 after the first quarter, and by halftime the Blue Wave

led by a margin of 8-6.

Despite a tough battle at the draw circle, GC kept it tight with sharp passing in the offensive zone and outstanding defensive play in its own end by defenders Ciara Hegarty, Kate Scuderi, Jessy Martin, and Claire Arendt, along with midfielders Regan Backer, LeeLee Gaffney, Katie Horn, Ali Bennett, Amanda Backer, Stella Goettelmann and Grace Brantuk. Teagan Gately had several big stops in the first half and ended with 7 saves on the day. By holding Darien scoreless in the 3rd quarter, the Lady Trojans managed to draw even at 8 entering the final frame. With less than 2 minutes remaining in the contest and down a goal, the Lady Trojans took possession after one final defensive stand. Darien was unable to muster a shot before the 90-second shot clock expired. It was the third instance (one of which was man down!) in the game where Darien found itself stymied by GC’s relentless defense, unable to beat the clock (by which they are unconstrained in Connecticut). However, GC’s final offensive opportunity was thwarted by a fine back check by a Blue Wave midfielder. Darien ran out the clock and secured the victory, but the Lady Trojans left the field emboldened by a strong performance against a top-notch opponent. It’s matchups like the two last week that test a team’s mettle and prepare it for the physical and mental rigors of the playoffs that lie ahead.

Next up, away versus Wantagh this afternoon. Go Trojans!!!!

Trojans stay perfect with wins over Rye and LaSalle

Ben Smith leads the offensive charge, netting four goals against Rye.

Garden City continued to prove why it sits atop the national rankings, delivering back-to-back nonleague victories over Rye (12–4) and LaSalle Academy (14–6) during a demanding stretch of spring break competition.

Garden City 12, Rye 4

The Trojans traveled to Nugent Stadium on April 8 and put together a complete performance against a gritty Rye squad, improving to 7–0 on the season.

From the opening whistle, Garden City controlled the tempo—none more evident than at the faceoff X, where Brayden Robertiello dominated, winning 14 of 19 draws (74%). That possession advantage fueled a bal -

through the Rams and fires on cage.

anced offensive attack and allowed the Trojans to settle into their trademark crisp, controlled passing game.

Ben Smith led the scoring charge with four goals, while Chase Kraus performed on offense and defense adding two goals and an assist.

Charlie Koester chipped in two goals, and Anthony Asaro and Jeff Finnell each recorded a goal and an assist. Additional contributions came from Robertiello and Merit Ruckh, who each tallied a goal and an assist, while James DeBusschere added two assists to keep the offense humming.

Defensively, Garden City turned in a gritty effort thanks to Garvis Toler, Will Mattice, Gus Galli and Brett Webbert, holding the Garnets

Trojans stay perfect with wins over Rye and LaSalle

to just four goals while consistently disrupting shooting lanes and forcing difficult looks. In goal, Zach Psilakis made 10 saves over 46 minutes of work, while Tyler Dossena added a brief but perfect relief appearance.

Against a proud Section I opponent, the Trojans showcased their depth, discipline, and ability to control every phase of the game.

Garden City 14, LaSalle (R.I.) 6

Just days later, Garden City returned home on April 11 and delivered another dominant performance, this time against Rhode Island pow -

erhouse LaSalle Academy—earning a measure of redemption from a matchup two years prior.

Once again, it all started at the X. Robertiello was flawless, winning all 14 of his faceoffs, while Angelo Cupani and Colin Walsh combined to further secure possession for the Trojans. With the ball in their sticks, Garden City wasted no time capitalizing.

Anthony Asaro and Ben Smith each recorded hat tricks, while Michael Ferrucci and Jeff Finnell added two goals apiece. Jack Campolettano,

James DeBusschere, Henry Koester, and Brett Webber all found the back of the net, underscoring the team’s offensive depth.

Charlie Koester orchestrated the attack with four assists, consistently setting up teammates for high-quality opportunities, while Merit Ruckh added two helpers of his own.

In goal, Zach Psilakis anchored the defense with seven saves, helping to shut down LaSalle’s momentum after a competitive start. The defensive unit—led by strong play across the field including Danny

Peters, Andrew Dengler, AJ Haffner and Joseph Ottomanelli—limited clean looks and controlled the tempo throughout the second half.

Complete Team Effort

Across both games, Garden City’s identity was on full display: dominance at the faceoff X, unselfish ball movement, balanced scoring, and a defense that refuses to bend.

With contributions coming from every unit, the Trojans continue to build momentum against top-tier competition—proving they are not only talented, but complete.

5K Run/Walk remembers GC resident

The 1st Annual Alexandra’s Rip Current Awareness 5K Timed Run/ Walk, will take place on June 6 at 25 Pond Lane in Southampton,at 8:00 a.m.

Alexandra DeMoura was a model daughter, a loyal friend, and a gifted athlete who competed at the national level for Garden City High School and later earned a scholarship to George Washington University. There, she became a team captain

and MVP, admired not only for her talent but for her humility, leadership, and character.

Tragically, Alexandra lost her life to a rip current while on vacation— an unimaginable loss that underscores how critical ocean safety education truly is.

This race is not only a tribute to Alexandra’s life, but also a commitment to protecting others. Proceeds will directly support swimmer safety

training and rip current awareness initiatives.

Everyone is invited to join —as participants, supporters, or sponsors—in honoring Alexandra and strengthening the safety of coastal communities.

Race Day includes a beautiful 5k run/walk around Agawam Lake, music by Mr. DJ Entertainment, Raffle Baskets, food, drinks and fun for the entire family!

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All donations are tax-deductible.

The Alexandra DeMoura Rip Current Awareness Foundation Inc. is a registered 501(c)(3) charity.

For more information, please visit our website Alexandrasripcurrentawareness5k. net or contact Kerry Calvert, Race Director at Kerrylcal@gmail.com

We’re looking for writers in our community to compose ar ticles on local topics, opinions, reviews, worthy places to visit on Long Island, and even pieces of fiction. We aim to feature at least one new article and writer each week in our Discovery magazine section.

Email submissions: editor@gcnews.com

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Garden City Aces continue f lying high

After capturing the fall season premier division title, the Garden City U11 Aces have rolled into the spring season without missing a beat, winning each of their first three matches. The Aces early spring success speaks to the hard work they put in over the course of a long, cold winter. Starting the season against a tough newcomer to the premier division, the Franklin Square Raiders, the Aces did not show any winter rust and dominated with a 3-1 win.

The Aces second game was a Long Island Cup match against a scrappy Atlantic United squad. Having played to a 1-0 victory last summer, the Aces came into this rematch not wanting to suffer a letdown. The Aces again came out strong, quickly going up 2-0 on the way to a 3-1 victory. With a handful of outdoor training sessions so far this spring, the girls continue to improve their total team game.

The third match of the spring took the Aces on a short road trip to RVC for their first away game of the season. Playing without four regular members due to the holiday break, the team responded with perhaps its most impressive performance yet. Four different players found the back of the net as Garden City exploded for six goals, cruising to a 6–2 win that showcased the depth and team-first mentality that has become the hallmark of this squad.

With the spring season still in its early stages, there is plenty of work ahead, but if these first three games are any indication, the Garden City Aces are playing with purpose — and having fun doing it. Steady improvement, bringing their best effort and having fun are the themes of the season. Great job Garden City Aces!

Soccer Players of the Week

Pre K Girls

Pink Flamingos

Ava Galeotafiore

Ciara Smith

Green Princesses

Ellie Downey

Olivia D’Arrigo

Pink Bunnies

The Whole Team

Team Purple

Caroline Rosenberg

Emily Lichtman

The Blueberries

Belle Pontosky

Blair Durand

Caroline Basile

Little Lightnings

Bridget Beecroft

Dorothy Hayn

Pre K Boys

Team 1:

Theo Truesdell

Logan Pellish

Team 2: Whole Team

Team 3:

Connor Heath

Chance Cohen

Team 4:

Luca Linden

William Zariello

Team 5: Whole Team

Team 6: Whole Team

Kindergarten Boys

Team 1

Matthew Thomas

Logan Moy

Team 2

Landon Kearns

Dylan Abel

Team 3

Toby Nicdao

Jackson Ireland

Team 4

Thomas Mitchell

Luke Vouyiouklakis

Team 5

Henry Kamph

Liam Keele

Team 6

Jayden Fong

Joseph Filosa

Kindergarten Girls

Team Purple Princesses

Elizabeth Okurowski

Ruby Fitzgerald

Caroline Kortsep

Team 2

Brielle Horvath

Grace McAleavey

Claire Scholl

Team Blue Dolphins

Caroline Mergenthaler

Annie Houston

Team 4

The Whole Team

Team 5

The Whole Team

Team Lucky Kicks

Coco Bossi

Sienna Cassidy

!st Grade Girls

Team 1 - Pink Power

Reagan Hausner

Sophie Bletsch

Team 2 - Lavender

Lush Lifes

Layton Lefler

Olivia Gomoka

Team 3 - Red Cherries

Liliana Manginello

Mariela Calma

Team 4 - Little Grapes

Kayla Forlenza

Agnes Li

Team 5 - Pink

Bubblegum

The Whole Team

Team 6

Emerson Breslin

Alessandra Schneider

Bea Kutner

Team 7

Ella Lisagar

Michela Martorana

Team 8 - Teal Tigers

The Whole Team

2nd & 3rd Grade Girls

Team McAuliffe

Liliana McAuliffe

Evie Walker

Team Surguladze

The whole team

Team Urban

The whole team

Team Hampel

Coco Connor’s

Team Groarke

The whole team

Team Hannan/Falk

The whole team

2nd & 3rd Grade Boys

Team #1 –

Hendrickson

Brody Blanco

Dean Smith

Team #2 – San Filippo

Marco Lara

Dylan Masterson

Team #3 – Polcino

Charlie Supper

Patrick Alexander

Team #4 - Tighe

Jacob Murray

Finn Williams

Team #5 – Slattery

Blake Whicher

Oliver Zelaya

Team #6 - Ferraro

Jack Lehman

Maddox Corbett

Team #7 - Kouznetsov

Gabriel Makaryus

Massimo Petti

Team #8 - Lentini

Kyle Fereance

Daniel Milman

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No substitute for victory: Baseball Trojans sweep MacArthur

Desi sees his shadow: six more weeks of winning

“In war there is no substitute for victory." --General Douglas MacArthur

The Trojans Baseball team started league play, which counts towards playoff eligibility, on Tuesday, April 7, at MacArthur High School. Big Lefty and senior captain “Smokin’” Joe Carey got the start on the bump and pitched a gem in a classic pitchers’ duel. Carey surrendered two hits and one run over seven innings, striking out 13 batters and walking none. The one run came in on a leadoff double in the bottom of the sixth inning, then a sacrifice bunt to move the runner over to third and then a perfectly executed safety squeeze by MacArthur to tie the game 1-1. In the top of the 7th inning, after several walks issues by MacArthur’s starter, Chris Desiderio singled in the go ahead run to make the score 2-1 Trojans. Carey came out for the 7th inning and closed the door with his 12th and 13th strikeouts and a fly ball to left field to end the game and get the complete game win.

Wednesday, April 8, the action moved to Garden City for Game 2 of the three game series against MacArthur. Senior captain Chris Desiderio pitched six innings of shutout ball, giving up four hits, 9 Ks and walking none. The Trojans were the first to get on the board in the first inning when senior captain Jack Murphy tripled, scoring one run. Four more Garden City Varsity Trojans runs crossed the plate in the third inning to extend the lead to 5-0. Kyle Walsh singled, scoring one run, and “Downtown” Jake Brown, true to his nickname, homered to center field, scoring three runs. Matteo Fiore singled in a run in the 5th inning to extend the GC lead to 6-0.

But the MacArthur Varsity Generals roared back and scored five runs on five

hits, benefiting from two Trojan errors as well, in the top of the seventh inning. They ultimately fell just short of tying the game but couldn’t get it done against “Clubber” Lang, who earned the save in relief of Tyler Packman. Starter Desiderio earned the win for the Trojans.

Garden City amassed 10 hits in the game. “Downtown” Brown led the Trojans with three runs batted in, going 1-for-3 on the day. “Murph” went 3-for-3 at the plate. “Desi” collected two hits in three at bats.

On Friday, April 10th, the Trojans traveled back to MacArthur for Game 3 with the hopes of sweeping the series. The Friday “working from home (plate)” crowd was quite large for the 10am start. On another beautiful day for baseball, the fans were treated to yet another exciting pitchers’ duel, this time with “free baseball” added on with an extra inning. Junior lefty, Brendan Ohl, got the start for the Trojans and put on a crafty clinic, scattering five hits and one run over five innings, striking out four and walking one with his big 12-6 curveball and hitting his spots with his mix of pitches.

The Trojans got a run on the board in the 1st inning when Azan Durkovic reached on an error, Chris Desiderio singled and Kyle Walsh was hit by a pitch to load the bases. Jack Murphy hit into a fielder’s choice and Durkovic scored from third base on the play. Ohl kept MacArthur scoreless into the sixth and then he was relieved by John Luca Antico. Though MacArthur tied up the score in the bottom of the sixth inning, the big junior righty kept challenging MacArthur with his fastball while peppering in his off speed pitches for a scoreless bottom of the seventh.

In the top of the 8th, senior captain Jack Murphy hit a double to lead off

the inning. Senior captain Skyler Lang sacrifice bunted “Murph” over to third base. “Downtown” Jake Brown, 0-3 on the day, stepped into the batter’s box and laced an RBI single to right field, scoring “Murph” from third. “JL” Antico induced two ground balls and a strikeout to end the game and complete the sweep.

Saturday, April 11th the team did a split squad scrimmage. Half the team stayed at home to play Seaford High School and the other half went on the road to play Wheatley High School. In the game against Seaford, Garden City won 13-9. Chris Desiderio drove in four runs with two doubles going 4-4, Will Lentini went 3-3, also with two doubles, Sal Impennato went 2-3, Azan “the Wizard

of Az” Durkovic went 3-4 and Will “the Thrill” Carroll went yard with a dinger to touch ‘em all! In the game at Wheatley, Garden City won 5-3. Skyler Lang went 2-3, his younger brother Caiden “Clubber” Lang hit a home run, Christian Roddini also hit a home run and Joe Carey hit a warning track double after barreling up in his previous at bats.

Next up for Trojan Baseball is a three game series against Franklin Square’s Carey High School. Always a good series against rivals they have been playing against since those Little League District games! Tuesday at GCHS, Wednesday at Carey HS and Friday back at GCHS. All games at 4:45 p.m.. Be there or Be Square!

GCAA Little League Opening Day Parade

Parade and Baseball Card Trading Event

The Garden City Athletic Association (GCAA) is set to kick off the Little League season in festive style with its annual Opening Day Parade on Saturday, April 18, at 9:00 a.m. in town.

This year’s celebration carries special significance as part of the community-wide “Garden City Celebrates America at 250” campaign, commemorating the nation’s Semiquincentennial. In honor of this milestone, the parade will feature a patriotic color guard, adding a ceremonial touch to this beloved local tradition.

Residents and visitors alike can enjoy the parade from several prime viewing locations, including Franklin Avenue, Seventh Street, Hilton Avenue, and Stewart Avenue near the gazebo. All participating teams are asked to gather at their designated meeting spots between 8:30 a.m. and 8:45 a.m. to ensure a timely start.

Adding to the excitement, the first 500 marchers will receive mini-American flags, helping to create a sea of red, white, and blue throughout the parade route. A live singer will provide entertainment along the way, performing

classic baseball tunes that capture the spirit of America’s pastime.

Following the parade, festivities will continue at the gazebo with the ceremonial “first pitch,” officially opening the season. Attendees will also hear the announcement of the winners of the annual banner judging contest, a highlight for many of the young teams.

New this year, as part of the patriotic celebration, children and adults of all ages are invited to participate in a free Baseball Card Swap at the gazebo. Sponsored by the Long Island Comic Shop and its owner, Garden City resident Jim Michalak, the event will also include additional free giveaways for participants. Bring your cards and pins to participate!

The GCAA invites the entire community to come out, celebrate, and support Garden City Little League as another exciting season gets underway. For more information of the Little League program, please visit their website at www.gc-aa.com. For more details regarding “Garden City Celebrates America at 250” events, stay tuned to the Village website at www.gardencityny.net, the MyGardenCity app and the Village social media pages!

Garden City

Men’s Baseball team

The Garden City Men’s Baseball team is looking to add new players. You must be at least 35 years old by the end of 2026 to participate. All games are played on Sunday nights at Garden City Community Park. Please contact pcajohnsorensen@gmail.com for more information.

The current Garden City home market dynamics saw notable activity shifts between February and March 2026. Homes sold significantly faster in March, with an average of 27 days on the market compared to 47 days in February, reflecting heightened buyer demand. The median sold price surged by 27.9% in month-to-month comparison, showcasing strong competition and upward pressure on prices.

While March data further emphasized the market’s momentum heading into spring, today’s buyers are strategic so pricing of your home is pivotal in this market.

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New to Market: Storybook Colonial

108 Chestnut Street, Garden City, NY

Open Houses: Saturday, April 18th | 1:00pm - 3:00pm Sunday, April 19th | 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Welcome to this charming Storybook Colonial set on a 75x125 property on a picturesque tree-lined street in the Village of Garden City. This move-in ready home features 3 bedrooms, and 1.5 baths, along with a white kitchen with stainless steel appliances, an inviting living room with fireplace, formal dining room, and a den with custom built-ins. The spacious primary bedroom offers a fireplace and ample closet space, complemented by 2 additional bright, generously sized bedrooms. A newly renovated lower level includes a recreation room, office, laundry, utility room, pantry, and additional closets. Upgrades include central air conditioning, new wiring, plumbing, gas lines, generator and gas grill hook-ups, whole-house water filtration system, automated smart home system, in-ground sprinklers, and security system. The beautifully maintained backyard features landscape lighting, a brick patio, and a 2-car garage, all conveniently located near restaurants, shopping, town, and the LIRR. Contact me today to schedule your private showing. MLS# 983617. $1,499,000.

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New to Market: A Rare Victorian Gem

114 Roosevelt Street, Garden City, NY

Open Houses: Saturday, April 18th | 1:00pm - 3:00pm Sunday, April 19th | 1:00pm - 3:00pm

A rare offering, this classic Victorian home exudes timeless sophistication and charm. Rich in character, the residence showcases hallmark architectural details including high ceilings, intricate moldings, original woodwork, and oversized windows that fill the home with natural light. The inviting main level features a welcoming foyer, gracious living room, formal dining room, powder room and a spacious kitchen with a center island. The second floor offers 3 generously sized bedrooms and a large hall bath, while the third level is dedicated to a private primary suite complete with its own bath. Set on a picturesque property, the home boasts a stunning wraparound porch—perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation. The landscaped, fully fenced backyard provides a private outdoor retreat with ample space for enjoyment. Additional highlights include a brandnew water line, whole-house water filtration system, high-velocity central air conditioning, in-ground sprinklers, and a detached 1-car garage with abundant storage. Conveniently located near shops, restaurants, and transportation, this is a unique opportunity to own a true Victorian gem. MLS# 976547. $1,599,000.

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Real Estate Salesperson

Gold Circle of Excellence

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Saturday, 4/18 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm Sunday, 4/19 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm 108 Chestnut Street, Garden City, NY 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath. MLS# 983617. $1,499,000.

Westhampton Beach, NY

4-bedroom, 3.5-bath. MLS# 959328. $2,250,000.

Wyndham West, #M3

Garden City, NY

2-bedroom, 2.5-bath. MLS# 981279. $6,500/mo.

City, NY 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath. MLS# 951849. $2,699,000.

Saturday, 4/18 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm Sunday, 4/19 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm 114 Roosevelt Street, Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath. MLS# 976547. $1,599,000.

Garden City, NY 7-bedroom, 6.555-bath. MLS# 967556. $5,695,000.*

City, NY 1-bedroom, 1-bath. MLS# 961861. $399,000.

Floral Park, NY 3-bedroom, 3-bath. MLS# 983103. $799,000.

City,NY 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath. MLS# 962462. $849,000. Garden City, NY 2-bedroom, 1-bath. MLS# 981532. $649,000.

East,

Garden City, NY 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath. MLS# 939532. $955,000.

Wyndham West, #202 Garden City, NY 2-bedroom, 2-bath. MLS# 976451. $1,195,000.

Rockville Centre, NY 4-bedroom, 2-bath. MLS# 980736. $899,000.