Front row, left to right: Olivia Donachie, Srey Powers, Tate McLaughlin, Catherine McTiernan, Alexandra Bruno, Gabby Giannone. Back row, left to right: Kristen Steinhardt, Kimberly Ryan, Caitlin McGuinness, Tracy Rendano, Christina Mangels, Ali Rozea, Catherine Dickinson halloween show at cluett

On Sunday, October 24th at 1 p.m., the Recreation Department will hold its annual Halloween show at Cluett Hall. This year’s show will feature the acrobatic antics of the National Circus Project. Cluett Hall will be dressed up for Halloween and children will be given goodie bags at the end of the performance. This program is free, but reservations are necessary. Please call 465-4075 to make a reservation.

preschool arts and crafts classes announced

There are still openings available in our Preschool Arts and Crafts Program. Children aged 3.5 through 5 years who are residents of the Village of Garden City may register for this eight week session. We hold classes according to the following schedule:

Mondays12:15 p.m.

Wednesdays12:15 p.m.

Thursdays10:45 p.m.

Each class is 45 minutes long. The cost of this eight week program is $40. Classes begin the week of October 14 th. To register for any of these classes, please visit the Recreation Office in Cluett Hall.

registration for senior flu shot program announced

The Recreation Department, in cooperation with Winthrop University Hospital, the Nassau County Dept. of Senior Citizen’s Affairs, and Nassau County Medical Center, will conduct a flu immunization program for the senior residents of Garden City on Tuesday, November 16 th. This is a free program.

The flu shot program will be held at the Recreation Center on Golf Club Lane from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be no out of pocket cost to participants in this program, but each senior should bring his/her medicare card with them and each should have their social security number with them as it will be needed to fill out the forms.

To participate in this program you will need to preregister. Preregistration will begin on Tuesday, October 19 th at 9 a.m.

Residents aged 60 and older who are residents of the Inc. Village of Garden City that are interested in receiving a flu shot must call the Recreation Department at 465-4075 to make an appointment. For further information, contact the Recreation Office.

adult evening fieldhouse programs to begin

The Recreation Department’s Adult Programs in the Field House begins on Tuesday, October 12 th according to the following schedule:

MondaysMen’s Open Basketball7:30 - 10 pm

Men’s Over 30 Basketball7:30 - 10 pm

TuesdaysMen’s Over 30 Basketball7:30 - 10 pm

WednesdaysMen’s Open Basketball7:30 - 10 pm

Men’s Over 40 Basketball7:30 - 10 pm

ThursdaysCoed Adult Volleyball7:30 - 10 pm

Adult Soccer8:30 - 10 pm

These programs, unless otherwise noted, are open to residents of the Inc. Village of Garden City who have graduated high school. All programs listed are free of charge and strictly “pick up”. A picture ID is required to sign into any program. For further information, please contact the Recreation Department at 465-4076.

tickets for disney on ice “Finding nemo” on sale

We have been able to obtain the best group tickets available for the Thursday, November 18 and Saturday, November 20 th performances of Disney on Ice “Finding Nemo” at Nassau Coliseum.

The Thursday performance begins at 7:30 pm and the tickets are located in section 211. the Saturday performance begins at 11 am and the tickets are located in section 212. The price of a ticket to either performance is $20.00.

If you would like to purchase tickets to either show, please visit the Recreation Office in Village Hall. All tickets must be purchased in cash, no checks will be accepted. Tickets are available to any resident of the Inc. Village of Garden City and a maximum of six tickets may be purchased by any one person.

senior citizen Tennis time announced

The Recreation Department is pleased to announce the start of Dedicated Senior Citizen Tennis Court Time at the Community Park Tennis Facility. During certain times of the week, courts will be designated “senior citizens only”. This court time can be booked at a discounted rate of $15 and is available to senior citizen aged 60 or older who are residents of the Inc. Village of Garden City. The following requirements must be met in order to book the court.

1. Senior court time may only be booked up to two days ahead.

2. All players on the court must be 60 years or older.

3. All dedicated court time must be used for play only, no private lessons allowed on these courts.

The following days and times will be available beginning Wednesday, October 6 th:

Wednesdays7 to 8 a.m.

Wednesdays 2 to 3 p.m.

Fridays 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.

For further information or to reserve senior court time, please call the Tennis Hut at 483-2525.

mixed doubles tennis party

The Community Park Tennis Center will be hosting Mixed Doubles Tennis Parties on the following dates: Saturday October 16 th, Saturday, November 6 th and Saturday, December 4 th from 7:30 - 10 pm. The fee for each evening of tennis fun is $30. Per couple and includes court time, balls, food and refreshments. To sign up for these tennis nights please call the Community Tennis Center at 483-2525.

Women’s Halloween Platform Party

On Thursday October 28 th the Recreation Dept. is hosting a Women’s Halloween Platform Party from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm. The party will be held in a round robin “just for fun format”. Costumes are encouraged but not required. Prizes for best costumes will be awarded. The fee is $35. per team and includes: court time, balls, lunch and prizes.

women’s tennis league

The Women’s Tennis League has openings on the following days: Thursdays 11:30 - 1 pm Doubles 3.0 level, and on Fridays 11 - 12 noon. Learn and Play Level. To sign up and for more information please call Anne Marie Kenny at 483-2525.

women’s wednesday night platform tennis league

There are still openings left in the Women’s Wednesday Night League. Three levels of play are offered: Beginners, Advanced Beginners and Intermediate. Lessons are included. For more information please call Steve Espey at 483-2525. Play begins on Wed. Oct. 13.

women’s beginner platform lessons

Beginner lessons will be held on Thursdays at 11:30 am starting October 14 th. The cost of this program is $50. per person and includes 5 lessons, paddles and balls. If you would like to learn and play this exciting winter sport, please call Steve Espey at 483-2525.

junior ladder match play 2004-2005

Our Match Play Program is a Junior League Intraclub Program for children ages 9-18. This program offers competitive match play formatted to fit each child’s playing level.

The league is organized by age and playing ability. Interested children must be able to serve from the baseline, sustain a slow paced rally, keep score unassisted and have an understanding of the rules of tennis.

This program will be minimally supervised during match play. The matches will be set up by our teaching staff. All matches will be held either on Sunday between 2 and 3 or 3 and 4 p.m. or Sat. between 2:30 and 3:30 p.m., depending on the players’ skill level.

If you choose to participate in this league, the cost of the 10 week program will be $160. There will be no make ups for this league.

For further information, please call Sue at our tennis facility at 483-2525.

GC Golden Eagles Stand

Tall In Tough Windsor Tournament

Five games in three days against stiff Division 1 competition. Not the easiest task for an undermanned Garden City Golden Eagles U11 girls soccer team. But the Paul Cody Columbus Day tournament in Windsor, Ct., provided a great opportunity for the team to test itself against premier competition.

Despite bringing just 11 of their own players — the tournament used an 11 v 11 format — the Golden Eagles held their own. Four of the five games ended in a tie. In the fifth contest, Garden City fell to the Massapequa Lil Spirit, 2-0, a game in which the Golden Eagles had many scoring chances and controlled the field for the better part of the game.

The Golden Eagles got some terrific play during the tournament from several players. In particular, Kimberly Ryan was outstanding at center defense and contributed many excellent throw-ins, corner kicks and precise outlet passes.

Ali Rozea shined all weekend, showing speed and versatility in playing offense and defense. Ali scored a pretty goal against South Windsor, ripping off a shot from the right side high into the net.

Gabby Giannone was a worker bee in all five games and created many good offensive plays.

Srey Powers covered the field like a blanket on defense and was involved in the offense and throw-ins.

Catherine Dickinson displayed her usual hustle and showed off her flair for the offense. There were many others who played well as you will read.

With the Golden Eagles trailing, 1-0, at halftime of their opener against the Naugatuck Knockouts, Catherine Dickinson started the second half with a burst of speed down the center that resulted in her blasting home the tying goal. The game ended in a 1-1 tie.

In the South Windsor game that followed, after Ali Rozea’s goal tied it at 1-all, the Golden Eagles fell behind, 2-1, at halftime. But about 10 minutes into the second half, Catherine Dickinson scored on a determined effort, and the game ended 2-all.

On Sunday, Garden City opened up against the Division I Massapequa Lil Spirit, and buzzed around the Massapequa end for most of the first half. Christina Mangels and Alexandra Bruno had good scoring attempts. Kimberly Ryan came close when she boomed a shot from inside midfield that carried to the Lil Spirit goal. The keeper was able to reach up and grab it. Gabby Giannone, Caitlin McGuinness, Olivia Donachie and Srey Powers all played well.

The Golden Eagles seemed headed for another tie when Massapequa scored with about 10 minutes to go on an unstoppable shot from the left side. That was the only goal they needed.

Garden City bounced back in the second game against the Monroe Strikers, a team that had defeated Massapequa. This was a hard-fought, sometimes rough affair. In the first half, with Garden City on the attack, Alexandra Bruno scored on a beautiful shot that hit high into the net from 20 yards out, making it 1-0. The Eagles had chances to add to their lead but couldn’t. Monroe later tied it up and on a pretty goal off a throw-in.

The second half was a battle. A Monroe player received a yellow card for clobbering Christina Mangels but Christina got up and continued to play hard-nosed soccer. In the end, Garden City had to withstand some strong offensive thrusts by the Strikers. Keeper Tracy Rendano was brilliant in the clutch, however, making some key stops in the final minute, keeping her poise while Monroe players went for the net. It was a well-earned 1-1 tie.

The finale on Monday was frustrating for the Golden Eagles who totally dominated the Newtown Power, but could not score, as the match ended 0-0. The best chance came when Srey Powers took a penalty kick. The high, rising shot was flagged down by the keeper who made a fine stop. Caitlin McGuinness was a big star in this game and just missed scoring the game winner. Olivia Donachie, who continues to make important contributions, was strong on the defensive end.

Kristen Steinhardt, who battled hard all weekend in the offensive zone, had some good scoring chances against Newtown. The entire team worked tirelessly in all five games and should feel proud of their efforts.

The Golden Eagles would like to thank members of the Garden City Freedom who contributed players in the South Windsor game. And special thanks to Sara Galzarano and Helen Minet for their fine contributions. Sara assisted on one of Catherine Dickinson’s goals.

The Golden Eagles return to action Saturday with a league game at Levittown. Game time is 11 a.m. On Sunday, Garden City takes on the Jericho Jets in a second round game of the State Cup. The game will be played at St. Paul’s beginning at 10:50 a.m. For information on the team, log onto www.leaguelineup.com/gcgoldeneagles.