October 19, 2007 RSS feed / Community

Catholic Daughters Open House

NYS Catholic Daughters of the Americas has set aside October for a statewide Membership Drive. All Catholic women 18 years and older may join. You need not be a member of St. Anne's Parish. More...

Cathedral Restoration Update

Have you looked up lately and seen how far down the Cathedral of the Incarnation's spire has come? Well now is the time to start to look up again! Work on repair of the steeple is about two-thirds completed. More...

Fire Prevention Day & Open House Success

Hundreds of Garden City residents attended the Garden City Fire Department's annual Fire Prevention Day and Open House on Sunday, October 14th. The fire department holds this event each year in conjunction with National Fire Prevention Week. More...

CPOA Seeks Candidates

The Nominating Committee of the Central Property Owners' Association ( CPOA ) of Garden City is seeking candidates for the positions of Village Trustee and Board of Education Trustee. More...

Catholic Daughters Fall Card Party

Arrangements have been competed for the Fall Card Party sponsored by Catholic Daughters of the Americas - Court St. Anne #1077. More...

High School Class Of 1957

The highly acclaimed graduating class of 1957 is returning in mass this weekend to celebrate its 50th Reunion. With 112 of its 238 graduates signed on to come back this reunion has the makings of being something special. More...

Historical Society Open House For Alumni

The Garden City Historical Society Museum will open for an Alumni Open House on the next two Saturdays from noon to 4 p.m. More...

Bishop Bestows Medals Of Service

The Most Reverend William Murphy, bishop, Diocese of Rockville Centre, bestowed the first annual St. Agnes Medal of Service upon two Garden City residents. More...

Community Church Forum: Wings of Love

This Sunday, October 21 at 9:15 a.m., Sr. Barbara Seaward will address the Adult Forum at the Garden City Community Church. More...

Presbyterian Church Fall Fair

The Presbyterian Church in Garden City, 91 Chester Avenue (corner of New Hyde Park Road and Chester Avenue) will hold their Annual Fair on Saturday, November 3 rd from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. More...

New Organ Recital Series

The Cathedral of the Incarnation, is excited to present a new Sunday afternoon organ recital series for the 2007-2008 season, beginning on Sunday, October 28th at 4 p.m. More...

Celebrate The Holidays In Hershey

Hershey, PA: "The town built on chocolate"

What a wonderful place to celebrate the holidays! More...

Eagle Scout Collects For Military

Eagle Scout candidate, Brian Way was pleased with the response from the first days collection of items to be sent to our troops in Iraq. There are two more collection dates - Saturdays October 20 and October 27. More...

Free & Fabulous 50's Concert:"One Of Those Songs"

A free & fabulous 50's concert "One of Those Songs" will be presented by sensational singers Stan Edwards & Linda Ipanema at 2 p.m. on Sunday, October 28, 2007 at the Garden City Public Library. More...

Library Friends Sponsor Free Lecture

A free Power Point lecture "From Queen Victoria to Jackie O: 109 Years of Adornment for Men & Women" will be presented by antique appraiser Jessica Ley at 2 p.m. More...

Noted Psychologist To Lecture

Noted educational psychologist, author and lecturer Jane Healy, Ph.D. will discuss the latest research on brain development. More...

Library Disappointed By Cancellation of RosettaStone

Several weeks ago the Garden City Public Library proudly announced the Library's subscription to the RosettaStone online language courses. More...

Tap The Hidden Web Through The Library

The Garden City Public Library offers patrons a free gateway to the "hidden Web" at the library's website www.gardencitypl.org. More...

Lunch Bag Book Talk Tuesday, October 30th 12:00-2:00

The Camel Bookmobile will be the book of choice for the first Lunch Bag Book Talk of the Fall. It will take place on Tuesday, October 30th 12:00 to 2:00PM. More...

Garden City Senior News

Senior citizen flu shot program

The Inc. Village of Garden City, in cooperation with Winthrop University Hospital, the Nassau County Dept. of Senior Citizen Affairs, Nassau County Medical Center, and Molloy College, More...

Nassau County Senior Citizen Programs

Your community needs you! You are a priceless resource and community service is a contribution that enriches everyone. The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) will find the perfect placement for you. More...

St. Joseph's Thanksgiving Sponsor A Family 2007

Now that the fall season is upon us and Thanksgiving is quickly approaching, the St. Joseph's Sponsor A Family Program is busy preparing to help over 200 families from neighboring parishes. More...

Local Physicians Lead Conference in China

Two Long Island Plastic Surgical Group physicians are on their way to China to lead an international symposium on age management and perform several pro bono surgeries. Dr. Laurence Glickman and Dr. More...

Rotary Holds Fellowship Dinner

This past August 22, members and guests of the Mineola-Garden City Rotary Club were hosted by Maureen and Cummin Clancy at a fellowship dinner at their home. More...

Historical Society Art Exhibit In November

The Garden City Historical Society is proud to announce the dates of its second annual art show, Garden City in Art: A Mixed Media Exhibit. More...

Haunted House Supports Charities

Jared Szuba, an 11th grader at Chaminade HS and his brother Mike, an 8th grader at GC Middle School will host a Haunted House Fundraiser for Cancer Research on Saturday, October 27th from 5 to 9 p.m. at their home, 92 Meadow Street. More...

Auxiliary To Hold "Ladies Night Out"

The Auxiliary of the Garden City Community Church will host a "Ladies Night Out" fundraiser on Thursday, October 25 at 7:30 p.m. Come to shop, chat and enjoy delectable desserts. More...

Take Your Chance Today!

The Long Island Chapter of the Cooley's Anemia Foundation is raffling off a brand new Volkswagen Beetle. For $100 you could drive away in a VW Beetle (or take the cash value!). Don't wait; the drawing is November 3, 2007!! More...

Shopping Benefit Helps Local Charity

The Cooley's Anemia Foundation, Long Island Chapter will participate in Bloomingdale's annual multi-charity event, "The Shopping Benefit," on Thursday, October 25, 2007 at all three Bloomingdale's Long Island locations. More...

The Office Cat

The Nassau North Shore Christian Women's Club cordially invites all women to the "AUTUMN HARVEST" luncheon on Tuesday, November 6, at 11:30 AM at the George Washington Manor restaurant on Old Northern Blvd. in Roslyn. More...

Defensive Driving Course

Registration begins Monday, October 22, 9:30 a.m., at the reference desk for the AARP 55 Alive defensive driving course to be held at the Garden City Public Library. The course will be given Saturday, November 10, from 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. More...

Christmas Boutique At Resurrection Church

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

Maher ~ McKeon Wedding

Kathryn Lynn Maher, a daughter of Jean and Michael Maher of Garden City, New York, was married on Saturday, October 13th to Robert James McKeon, a son of Patricia and Robert McKeon of Mineola, New York. More...

Socially Speaking

Reading is getting more popular every day and by that I mean the reading of books. The Community Club of Garden City and Hempstead has had a Literary Series for its members for many years and so has the Garden City Branch of A.A.U.W. More...

Troop 243: 65 Years of Scouting and Community Service

Boy Scout Troop 243, sponsored by St. Joseph's R.C. Church, is celebrating its 65thyear of scouting. More...

CMF Bunco And Brunch

Please join us on Monday, November 5 th for our annual Fall Bunco and Brunch. This event will take place at the beautiful home of Lilli Diller, 405 Stewart Ave, Garden City, from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. More...

Thursday Luncheon Speaker

On Thursday, October 25, Andrew Schrafel will speak about his "Chinese Experience" to the Thursday Luncheon Group of the Garden City Community Church. More...

Seniors Bridge Christmas Dinner

Garden City Seniors Duplicate Bridge Club invites members and guests to the Annual Christmas Dinner and Bridge and Social Cards on Monday, December 10, 2007, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Garden City Casino At 5 p.m . More...

Flu Program For Seniors

As part of its on-going commitment to promote the health and well-being of the community, Winthrop-University Hospital will hold its annual Senior Citizen Flu and Pneumonia Shot Program on Monday, November 5, from 3:00 to 7:00 PM. More...

So You Want To Be A Ghost Hunter?

Sunday, November 4th 2:00PM

Historic Long Island is haunted from Montauk Point to Gravesend and everywhere in between. More...

"Magic Spooktacular" Show

During National Magic Week, leading up to the anniversary of the death of Harry Houdini, Robert McEntee (aka "Magic Bob") will present a free "Magic Spooktacular" show at 2 p.m. More...

Families Join Effort To Send Boxes of Hope

U.S. kids have no time to waste in helping ensure that needy boys and girls around the world have a merrier holiday season. More...

Garden City Library News

News From The Children's Room

Halloween Craft Programs Registration begins October 20th at 9AM for the October 27 Halloween Craft Programs programs.Joanne McGerty will be at the library for some special Halloween craft programs for Grades K-5. More...

What's Up For Young Adults At The Library

Ghost Stories, Babysitting, and Chocolate Cornucopias

Ghost Stories & Long Island Mysteries will be presented on Saturday, October 20th at 3PM at the Garden City Public Library. This program is for Young Adults in Grades 6-12. More...

Library Programs For The Week Of October 21

Children's Programs • Mon., Oct. 22,5:45 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Children's Book Discussionfor the 5th Grade. • Sat., Oct. 27,9:00 a.m. More...

Jewelry Making & Design For Adults

Thursdays, Nov 29th & Dec 13th 7:00PM Registration Begins Sunday November 18th The Garden City Public Library will offer a two part program on Jewelry Making and Design for adults. More...

Garden City Retired Men's ClubEvents Calendar

The Garden City Retired Men's Club is a non-profit membership organization formed in April 1961 for the purpose of providing educational and recreational activities for the retired male senior citizens of the Garden City community. More...

Seniors Duplicate Bridge

On Oct 15 there were 8 tables of Seniors Duplicate Bridge in play. Results of the evening play were as follows. More...

Successful Year For Mercy League

The Garden City Mercy League finished another wonderful year with the annual Hats Off To Summer, cocktail party on June 14 th . The night was a little cool but the atmosphere was definitely warm. More...

Head Majorette Returns After 45 Years!

Phyllis Pacella, Ph.D., of Valencia, CA, returned to GCHS for her 45 th High School Reunion. More...