October 28, 2005 RSS feed / Community

Students From GC To Re-Enact First Horse Race

As many as ten students from Garden City High School and Garden City Middle School will play a central casting role in the re-enactment of America%27s first horse race, which will serve as the opening ceremonies for the Breeders%27 Cup World Thorough More...

Free Screenings For Eye Disease

In recognition of National Diabetic Eye Disease Month in November, to raise awareness and prevent vision loss, Stahl Eye Center in Garden City will offer free screenings for eye disease for anyone who has diabetes on Thursday, November 3, 2005, 9 a.m More...

Friends Sponsor Library Programs

Good things came in threes for Village residents as The Friends of the Library presented a trio of entertaining programs. More...

Lung Cancer Walk

Cancer Care of Long Island Encourages You to Take "A Step Closer..." and Walk for Those Affected by Lung Cancer More...

Students Honored By School Board

At the October 17 Board of Education meeting, National Merit Semifinalists, National Merit Commended students, NYSSMA students and the Adelphi Leadership prize winners were recognized by the board for their outstanding accomplishments. More...

WPOA Seeks Candidates

A nominating committee for the selection of candidates for a two-year term as Village Trustee was selected at the September 14th General Membership meeting of the WPOA. The deadline for applications is C.O.B. November 21, 2005. More...

St. Joseph Parish Party Coming Soon

The 2005 St. Joseph Parish Party is approaching soon. Save the Date! Friday, November 18 at the Garden City Hotel Ballroom. Cocktails at 7pm, dinner to follow at 8 pm. More...

In Memoriam

Anna Patricia O More...

Exhibiton Features Local Artist

Long Island painter and sculptor Heather Gottfried has taken the adage "one person%27s trash is another%27s treasure" to heart by creating artistic treasures for all to enjoy with her found metal sculptures. More...

Annual Republican Reception

There is still time to join with your neighbors, family and friends on Thursday, November 3, from 6:00 - 8:00 PM at the Nassau County Bar Association to pay tribute to three outstanding people from Garden City. More...

Coat Drive Huge Success

Local outreach centers in Hempstead, Uniondale, Long Beach and Wyandanch send their thanks to those who generously contributed to Saint Anne More...

GC Flip-Flops At Street Fair

Those famous Garden City flip-flops will be on sale at the Street Fair tomorrow, October 29. Stop at "The Garden City Shop" booth and pick up a pair for only $20. Adult sizes XS (4-5) to XL (11-12). More...

Leadership Summit To Be Presented At Adelphi

Adelphi University, in collaboration with partners from the nonprofit community, is pleased to host the Long Island Nonprofit Leadership Summit, "Change is Coming!" on Thursday November 10, 2005, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. More...

Hola's Meeting And Spanish Classes

HOLA of Garden CIty, Inc, a non for profit organization promoting Spanish and Latin American culture in the community, will be having their monthly meeting on Friday Nov. 4, at the Garden City Library at 10:00 A.M. New members are always welcome!. More...

Chamber Orchestra To Perform

The Garden City High School Chamber Orchestra is performing Tuesday, November 1 More...

Concert At Community Church

Baroque trumpet ensemble Clarino Consort will be presenting "Fanfares and Flourishes, a Grande Tour of the Royal Courts," a concert of ceremonial music for baroque trumpets and organ at the Garden City Community Church on Friday, November 4 at 8 p.m. More...

Adelphi Symphony Orchestra To Perform

Adelphi University invites students, faculty, alumni, and friends to attend an evening of classical music performed by the Adelphi University Symphony Orchestra on Friday, October 28, at 8:00 p.m. in the Ruth S. More...

Buckley Hosts Admissions Open House

Buckley Country Day School will hold an Admissions Open House on Sunday, October 30th, at 2 p.m. Headmaster Dr. Jean-Marc Juhel will welcome parents and present an overview of the school%27s philosophy and programs. More...

'New Initiatives In Treating Lung Cancer' Topic Of Free Lecture At Winthrop-University Hospital

Winthrop-University Hospital%27s Advances in Cancer Care series will present a free lecture, "New Initiatives in Treating Lung Cancer" on Wednesday, November 9, 2005, at 7:00 PM. More...

Christmas Mission Boutique

Saturday, November 5 is the date slated for the annual Christmas Mission Boutique to be held at the Lutheran Church of the Resurrection, 420 Stewart Avenue, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. More...

Late Nite Catechism 2

St. Joseph School invites you to Late Nite Catechism 2 presented by Entertainment Events, Inc. on Saturday, November 5 in the school auditorium. Only 1 Week Until Curtain Time! Looking forward to this professional production are (from left): Dr. More...

“The Irish In Brooklyn” At Irish Society

The topic of the Tuesday, November 8 meeting of the Irish Cultural Society will be More...

St. Anne’s Sponsors Thanksgiving Food Drive

There are FOUR opportunities for you to help feed the Hungry and Needy on Thanksgiving in our local area. More...

Introduction To Digital Photography

The Garden City Public Library is offering the program "Introduction to Digital Photography" on Monday, November 14th at 7:00 PM. Digital photography is an easy way to take, edit, and print quality pictures without the use of film. More...

"Murder And Madness And Poe"

Just in time for Halloween The Garden City Library presents "Murder and Madness and Poe." In this one-character hour-long play about America%27s unequaled Master of the Macabre actor Rick Heuthe plays a bewildered Edgar Allan Poe seeking acceptance f More...

Calendar Of Library Events

October 30 Sun.2:00 p.m.AdultProgram-Murder, Madness, Poe. No registration. First come basis. More...

Births

Mr. And Mrs. Christopher Waters Of Newmarket Road Proudly Announce The Birth of their grandson Ryan Joseph Pucella at 11:29 a.m. on August 23, 2005 weighing 8 lbs 9 oz and 20 1/2 inches long. More...

Mach-Kelly Wedding

With joyful hearts, Mr. and Mrs. Gerard Mach of Garden City announce the marriage of their daughter, Rebecca to Dennis Kelly, son of Lorraine and Joseph Kelly, also of Garden City. The wedding ceremony was held at St. Joseph More...

Cherry Valley Club Ladies 18 Hole Golf

2005 Championship The week of September 13 More...

Medicare Drug Plan Seminar

"The New Medicare Prescription Drug Plan", the fourth in a series of informational seminars, will be offered by Coach Realtors, Hubbell & Klapper, Fennessy Associates, Senior Real Estate Specialists. More...

Only 49 Days To Christmas Fete

The Garden City Retired Men%27s Club%27s annual Christmas party will take place on Wednesday, December 14 at the Steward Manor Country Club, 51 Salisbury Avenue, Stewart Manor. More...

Garden City Senior News

Flu Shot Registration Date

The Recreation Department, in cooperation with Winthrop University Hospital, the Nassau County Department of Senior Citizen Affairs, and Nassau County Medical Center, will conduct a flu immunization program for the senior residents of Garden City on More...

A Word From The Publisher

This week we feature a coupon for the American Cancer Society, Garden City Unit More...

Andy Foundation Talent Show

The Andy Foundation invites residents to attend their second annual talent show on Friday, November 4 at 7 p.m. in Cluett Hall. Admission is $5 per person. The evening will include entertainment, raffles and a snack bar. More...

Students Focus On Fire Safety

First-graders at St. Joseph School learned some helpful tips about fire safety during fire prevention week. Garden City firemen showed the students a film and had a demonstration on smoke detectors. More...

A Seaworthy Lesson For Kindergartners

Mrs. Goldner More...

Photo

On October 27, 28 and 29 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. North Hempstead welcomes all to the Spooky Garden located at the Clark Botanic Garden, I.U.Willets Rd. in Albertson. More...

St. Anne's Pre-School Program

Do you or a local friend or neighbor have a child entering Nursery or Pre-K in 2006? We hope you will recommend that they consider the option of the highly successful St. Anne%27s Pre-School program. More...

Homecoming Excitement!

The newly forming GCHS Marching Band Parent Association has been working hard this fall in preparation for HOMECOMING on Oct. 29th. More...

Suozzi Speaks At Chamber Luncheon

At the Chamber of Commerce More...

Fall Fair At Presbyterian Church

Final plans are being made for the Annual Fair scheduled for Saturday, November 5th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Presbyterian Church in Garden City on the corner of New Hyde Park Road and Chester Avenue. More...

Class Reunions

Class Of 1995 - 10th Year Reunion

On November 25, 2005, the Class of 1995 will be having their 10th Year Reunion. It will be held at the Nassau County Bar Association from 7:30-11:30 p.m. Great food, dancing, and catching up with old friends will be so much fun. More...

GCHS Accreditation Review

At the October 17th Board of Education Meeting, Dr. More...

Post Office Raises Funds For Breast Cancer Research

Congresswoman Carolyn McCarthy poses (from left) with Reena Vareguese of the Garden City Post Office, Edward Tammaro, Supervisor of Customer Services for the Post Office, and Joan Leondis, a volunteer from the Adelphi NY Statewide Breast Cancer Hotli More...

GCTA/PTA Annual Blood Drive

th from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm in the High School Gym. More...

School Board Recognized For Volunteerism

In celebration of New York State School board Recognition Week, the Board of Education was honored at the October 17th Board meeting. Dr. Robert Feirsen superintendent of schools, commented that More...

Garden City League Donates Funds

The Garden City League, in continuing its relationship with Helen Keller Services for the Blind (HKSB), has donated $6,000 this year to the Braille and Large-Print Library. More...

Upcoming Library Exhibits

In November, visitors to the Garden City Public Library can view More...

Yale Holds Information Meeting

On Wednesday, October 19, Garden City High School hosted Yale University for their Long Island information evening. Yale More...

Poet Addresses Community Club

Wednesday, October 19th was a beautiful fall day...perfect for strolling through a leafy forest. And what a better forest to visit than The Forest of Arden, the bucolic setting for Shakespeare More...

How To Move To Florida Successfully

If you are even thinking of moving from the winters of Long Island to the warmth of Florida, then you do not want to miss the upcoming seminar on More...

"Survivor: Africa Winner" To Speak

Adelphi University is pleased to welcome Survivor: Africa winner and founder of Grassroot Soccer, Ethan Zohn, when he speaks on campus on Tuesday, November 1, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. in the Ruth S. More...

Catholic Daughters Autumn Bridge

Catholic Daughters of the Americas - Court St. Anne #1066 will hold its annual Bridge and Card party on Friday evening, November 11, at 7:00 P.M. More...

A Black Tie Affair

The soaring space of the Cathedral of the Incarnation will be transformed on Saturday evening, November 5, at Eight o More...

Resurrection Hosts A Celebration Of Remembrance

All are welcome to join with fellow Christians for a special All Saints Day Service, on Sunday, November 6th, 2005 at 3:00 PM. During this service we will celebrate the life and faith of those who are no longer with us. More...

Author Kieran Crowley To Speak At The Garden City Public Library

The Garden City Public Library welcomes Kieran Crowley on Sunday, November 6th at 2:00 PM. Mr. Crowley is The New York Times bestselling author of The Surgeon%27s Wife and an award-winning reporter for the New York Post. Mr. More...

Hors D'oeuvres For Holiday Entertaining

Join professional Chef Charlie Walsh for a demonstration on ways to prepare tantalizing appetizers for the upcoming holidays. This mouth watering event will take place at the Garden City Public Library on November 3rd at 7:00 PM. More...

University Club To Meet

The University Club of L.I. will hold its next monthly meeting on Monday, November 14 at the Mandolino Grill, 348 E. Jericho Turnpike, Mineola. Doors open at 6:30, dinner at 7:00, followed by a More...

Duplicate Bridge

On Oct 24 th there were 10 tables of Seniors Duplicate Bridge in play. Results of the evening play were as follows. More...

       Socially         Speaking

With Athena I have been thinking about and observing traffic ever since a lady wrote a letter to the Editor of this paper about cars not obeying the reduced speed zone by our schools. More...

Fall Art Lecture

In her tenth appearance at Adelphi University,Ines Losada Powell, art historian and popular lecturer from the Metropolitan Museum of Art, will speak on the works of Fra Angelico on Sunday, November 6, 2005 at 3:00 p.m. in the Ruth S. More...