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Holiday Safety Tips From The Garden City Police Department
     The Garden City Police Department will be taking affirmative steps to ensure the safety of the people of Garden City during the upcoming Holiday season. During this Holiday Season, all of the department's regular marked and plain clothes patrols will be intensifying their coverage of the Village's b
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Club Focuses On Gangs
     Officers Ed Callaghan and Ed Vega from the Nassau County Sheriff's Office startled members of the Community Club with facts and figures on gang activity in Nassau County at the meeting on November 15
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AAUW Meeting
     The Garden City Branch of the American Association of University Women will hold its meeting on Monday, December 4 at 7 p.m. at the library. The theme is "Women in the Arts." Join us in honoring talented members of our branch. There will be a reception at 7 in the downstairs foyer of the library whe
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Art Trips Early Registration
     Adult Ed is offering you the chance to sign up early for the upcoming term's series of five Art Trips. These trips usually sell out, so, why not register now and join us for the spring series of exciting trips to museums and places of interest!
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Free Breast Cancer Support Groups
     The Adelphi NY Statewide Breast Cancer Program is offering new support groups. There is no cost for any group; however pre-registration is required. Most groups meet at Adelphi University's School of Social Work, Garden City. For information or to sign up, call Sandi Kafenbaum, LCSW, at (516) 877-43
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Holiday Tree And Plant Sale
     Are you in the market for a beautiful fresh cut Christmas tree from Canada cut one week prior to delivery? Do you want a beautiful fresh wreath or swag from Vermont? How about an elegant centerpiece for your holiday table? All this and more is available from the Cathedral of the Incarnation's Choi
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'Tis The Season
     Imagine having all of your holiday cards finished already, and benefiting a worthy cause at the same time! The Garden City Unit of the American Cancer Society invites you to accomplish this multi-tasking feat through our annual Holiday Announcement tradition. During December, a Holiday Announcement
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Make Christmas "A Season Of Giving"
     The Saint Anne's Church "Sponsor A Family for Christmas" program is under way. We hope to bring a moment of joy this Christmas to the many families in need in our local community. We are counting on the same heart warming community response that we had at Thanksgiving. Thanks to you, almost 300 fami
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Mercy League's Christmas Coffee Set For December 7th
     The Garden City League of Mercy Medical Center cordially invites you to their Annual Christmas Coffee. This year Dan and Julia Englander of 85 Fourth Street have graciously agreed to open the doors of their home for the festivities. Join us from 11am to 3pm on Thursday December 7th as we come toget
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     Youth Orchestra presents its first concert of the season with a performance on Sunday, December 10, 7:30 p.m.at the Tilles Center, C .W. Post campus, Long Island, Rte. 25 A, in Brookville. The program includes music by Brahms, Schubert, and John Adams. Tickets are : $15 per adult and $ 5 for student
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Author And Illustrator Speaks
     The Community Club of Garden City and Hempstead warmly welcomed noted author and illustrator Bill Hemps to its November 1
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Kelley-Aldrich Engagement
     Mrs. Carole Frost of Willow Spring, NC and Mr. Brian Kelley of Vienna, VA announce the engagement of their daughter, Erin Maureen Kelley to Ryan Kyle Aldrich, son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert C. Aldrich of Garden City, NY.
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O'Connor~Lind Wedding
     Jamie Lynn O'Connor, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James O'Connor of Island Park was married to Eric Christian Lind, son of Mr. and Mrs. Albert C. Lind of Garden City on November 5, 2005. The wedding took place at the Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and Mary, in Southampton, NY.
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Lind~Frawley Engagement
     Mr. and Mrs. Albert C. Lind are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Eileen Marie to Niall Frawley, son of Mr. and Mrs. Gerard Frawley of Limerick, Ireland.
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Socially Speaking
     With Athena ALERT! There are only twenty four days left for your Christmas shopping pleasure. That is in case you didn't get it all done on that big buying day of Friday, November 24th. I will keep you posted on the number of days you have left on a weekly basis and I do have some very ni
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Unique Christmas Boutique
     The Cathedral of the Incarnation is holding a Christmas Boutique on Saturday, December 2 featuring many high quality vendors as well as the traditional Attic Treasures table of "oldies but goodies". There will also be a delicious Shopper's luncheon so one can spend the entire day finishing filling
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Mancinos Receive The 2006 Make A Difference Award
     Joe and Laurel Mancino have made a profound and positive difference in the lives of those who are less fortunate. Their generous spirit reaches anyone who they hear is in need, and they encourage others to participate in worthy and charitable causes. Jean Kelly, the Executive Director of the Inter
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Resident Honored For 25 Years Of Service
     Hempstead Town Supervisor Kate Murray (second left) presented Garden City resident Joanna Piazzini with a Distinguished Service Pin in recognition of 25 years of service with the town. Piazzini works in the Department of Senior Enrichment. More than 30 town employees from multiple departments were
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Robert M. Alvey Receives The Make A Difference Award
     Hempstead Town Supervisor Kate Murray (left) presents an official Town of Hempstead Make A Difference Medal on behalf of Robert M. Alvey of Garden City to his wife Susie, who accepted on Rob's behalf, on the occasion of the 2006 Make A Difference Award ceremony, which was held at the Nathan L. H. Be
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"Breakfast With Santa AndMrs. Claus"
     "Breakfast with Santa and Mrs. Claus" will be this
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G.C.H.S. Class Of 1956 Celebrates 50th Reunion
     On October 21, 2006 the class of 1956 from the High School celebrated their 50th reunion at the Casino. They were the first graduating class of the "new" high school which opened in September 1955.
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Depression In The Elderly Lecture
     Are you or someone you love concerned about being depressed as you grow older? Then come to the Cathedral House at 50 Cathedral Avenue on Tuesday, December 5 at 12 noon. The third of a series of lectures being given at the Cathedral of the Incarnation exploring health and life style related issues
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Garden City Senior News
"the King and I" At Broadhollow theatre
     The Garden City Recreation Department has secured tickets to the Broadhollow Theatre Company's performance of "The King and I" on
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Seniors Duplicate Bridge
     On Nov 27 th there were 10 tables of Seniors duplicate bridge in play. Results of the evening play were as follows.
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"Safe Stretches & Exercises For Seniors"
     The right type of exercise can help keep seniors strong, flexible and mobile, as well as help prevent falls and injuries. Seniors can learn tips that will help them to remain active and to continue enjoying the things they like to do at Winthrop-University Hospital's Health Update for Seniors and T
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Medicare Counselor
     A counselor to help explain Medicare Part D will be at the Library on
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Are You Coming To Scotland With Adult Ed?
     If you are interested in joining Adult Education when it explores the best of Scotland, you need to request an itinerary now and send a deposit by January 5th.
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GCTA/PTA Annual Blood Drive
     The Garden City PTA and Garden City Teachers' Association will host their annual Blood Drive on Tuesday, November 14th from 7:30am to 5:15pm in the High School Gym.
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diSalvo Interiors To Redesign Hospice Inn
     diSalvo Interiors of Garden City has announced it will donate the renovations and redesign of "The Inn at Huntington," Long Island's seventeen-bed in-patient facility located in Melville, which is part of the Hospice Care Network. The redesign is going on now and is expected to be finished by April
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NSF Awards Adelphi Professor Nearly $500,000
     The National Science Foundation (NSF) awarded $499,688 in grant funding over the next four years to Adelphi University Associate Professor Stephen Bloch, who was named principal investigator for "Redesigning Introductory Computing: The Design Discipline.." Along with colleagues at Northeastern Univ
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Police Commissioner Honored
     Oyster Bay Town Councilwoman Rose Marie Walker, center, recently honored members of the Detective's Association of Nassau County at their 32nd annual Law Enforcement Night. Honored at the event were Detective of the Year 2005 George Ludwig, Narcotics Vice Bureau; Law Enforcement Man of the Year 200
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CMF To Hold Membership Tea
     The board members of the Garden City chapter of Children's Medical Fund cordially invite you to attend our Membership Tea on
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Christmas Concert To Benefit American Cancer Society.
     The St. Agnes Cathedral Choir of Men and Boys, the Cathedral Chorale, Soloists, and Orchestra, Michael L. Bower, Conductor. Saturday Evening, December 9, 7:30 PM, St. Joesph's Church, Franklin Avenue, Garden City, New York. Traditional favorites including Baroque Christmas Selections of Bach, Vival
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Annual Christmas Hour Of Music
     Residents of Garden City and their friends are invited to a concert at the Cathedral of the Incarnation on
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DAR Annual Christmas Gathering
     The Colonel Aaron Ogden Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution will meet for its annual Christmas gathering on
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Music At Irish Society Meeting
     The Irish Cultural Society will add music to the merriment of Christmas at its meeting on
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Scouts Visit Police Precinct
     Bear Den 1 from Cub Pack 55 visited Police Precinct #3 to find out about law enforcement. Officer Kevin Sikorski explained the work of a Nassau County police officer to the den. Cubs learned what equipment is in a police car, how fingerprints are done, and what work detectives do for the police. The
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Garden City Library News
What's Up For Young Adults At The Library BABYSITTING WORKSHOP
     An additional babysitting workshop series has been scheduled for Wednesday, November 29th and Tuesday, December 5th. Priority registration was given to those on the wait list for the September/ October series. There are a few spots available for this group. Please call the Young Adult Librarian t
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Winthrop Celebrates Volunteers And Auxilians
     Winthrop-University Hospital recently applauded the selfless devotion of its many volunteers and Auxiliary members at a luncheon that featured the 82nd Annual Meeting of the Winthrop Auxiliary and the Volunteer Service Awards Ceremony. The event was a celebration of the men and women who have donate
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Halloween At The Casino
     The Garden City Casino was rocking to the "Monster Mash" as enthusiastic ghouls partied and showed off their costumes at the annual Halloween party. Partygoers of all ages enjoyed everything from the piñatas to the delicious dinner.
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ACS Luncheon Highlights Results
     On October 3 rd the Garden City Unit of the American Cancer Society held a fall luncheon at the Cherry Valley Country Club. The event included a ladies fashion show, fall shopping with home décor specialists SLED Designs, and a table auction sponsored by Tanger retail outlets. Attendees le
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GC Community Church Election Day Fair
     Members of The Auxiliary of Garden City Community Church held their annual Election Day Fair on November 7th. This year the entire first floor, Main Street Marketplace, featured boutique vendor shopping.
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Twigs Golden Goose Gala House Tour
     The 32nd annual Twigs Golden Goose Gala House Tour was held on Friday, November 17th . Warmer than usual weather brought many out for the evening to view five of Garden City's loveliest homes and The Sunflower Fine Art & Frame Gallery. Participants were also treated to holiday music performed by
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