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Last Friday saw the return of the wildly popular St. Patrick's Day carnival at St. Joseph School. The students and teachers were encouraged to donate $1 to wear their Jeans and Greens and were treated to a Irish wonderland in the gym. More ... The Garden City Chamber of Commerce proudly announces that Stuart H. Lubow, a founder, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Community National Bank, will be honored as 2008 "Business Person of the Year" at the Chamber's 6th annual Pineapple Ball to be held on April 18 at the Garden City Hotel. More ... Hempstead Town Councilman Edward Ambrosino (left, back row) gathers with students at Hemlock Elementary School in Garden City to thank them for their participation in the Valentines for Vets program, which the Town instituted in 2001. Through this program students create valentines to send to veterans in local VA hospitals. The councilman collects the valentines and brings them to a veteran's organization, which then delivers them to the hospitalized veterans. Many of these men and women don't have families and it means so much to them to know that the young children appreciate them for the sacrifices they have made for our nation. Also pictured with the students is Principal Audrey Bellovin. More ... Adelphi University will convene leading experts at a public forum to discuss "Immigration on Long Island: Our Challenge, Our Responsibility" on Thursday, May 15, 2008, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Ruth S. Harley University Center Ballroom, 1 South Avenue, Garden City, NY. The goals are to advance the immigration debate on Long Island and stimulate a multi-sector approach. More ... The Garden City Historical Society is hosting its third annual Children Art Exhibit, "Architecture of Garden City," on the first two weekends in April. The Exhibit will include all of the artwork received from students in grades kindergarten through 12 who participated in this year's Juried Art Contest. More ... The Garden City Clergy Fellowship (GCCF) sponsors monthly Faith in Action events, where members of various faith communities gather together to make sandwiches and assemble bag lunches to feed the needy. Each lunch consists of a sandwich, cookies, a juice box, and a piece of fruit. More ... More than 90 Students in Diane Veitch's art classes at Garden City High School have designed original logos for Google based on the theme, "What if...?," which required them to think about how they would like the future to differ from the present. More ... The Auxiliary of the Garden City Community Church will be continuing to offer yoga classes beginning the first week of April through the end of May. The schedule is: * Tuesday evenings (7:30-9 pm) April 1, 8,15, 29, May 6, 13, 20, and 27. There are no classes on April 22. The fee is $120 for 8 classes. More ... On Thursday, May 8, from 12:30 to 4 p.m., the Cathedral Women will hold their 38th Annual Geranium Dessert Bridge in Cathedral House located at 50 Cathedral Avenue in Garden City. All are invited to play bridge, enjoy refreshments and try for lucky bucks, sweepstakes and table prizes. More ... The Garden City High School class of 1958 is planning its reunion on October 11th of 2008 at the Garden City Country Club. The following classmates are missing. If anyone knows where these people are please contact Sandy Stilz at (516) 741-2864. Thanks. More ... On Sunday, April 13, The Irish American Society, 297 Willis Avenue, Mineola, will hold its 75th Anniversary at 4 p.m. Come and enjoy yourself. $10 donation includes sandwiches, coffee, tea and soda bread and a cash bar for pleasure. Video and memorabilia available. For further information, please call 742-89080... More ... Hempstead Supervisor Kate Murray (center, back row), helped members of the Indian American Forum raise the Indian flag at Hempstead Town Hall in honor of India Republic Day. India Republic Day, which is celebrated on January 26th, commemorates the establishment of India as a Republic and its liberation from British rule. More ... The Waldorf School of Garden City hosted a Benefit Concert for the Jeanette Resnick Endowment on Sunday, March 9, 2008 at historic Flushing Town Hall in Queens, New York. In addition to featuring a number of the school's alumni and music teachers, students from the fourth through twelfth grade were among the performers. More ... Each third-grader at both Stratford and School Schools has received his or her own personal special dictionary courtesy of the Mineola-Garden City Rotary Club. More ... Winthrop-University Hospital will offer a free workshop, "When Hope is Not Enough," for women and their partners who are frustrated in their efforts to have a baby. The program will be held on Monday, April 7, 2008, at 6:30 PM at Winthrop's Community Outreach Center, located at 101 Mineola Boulevard in Mineola. More ... Winthrop-University Hospital's Institute for Heart Care held its second annual Women's Heart Health Symposium, "A Woman's Heart - One Singular Sensation," on February 7th. The fun-filled and informative evening was held in conjunction with the American Heart Association's "Go Red for Women" nationwide campaign. More ... Members of the Colonel Aaron Ogden Chapter of the National Society, Daughters of the American Revolution met on February 5 th to attend a program honoring our nation's first president, George Washington. Regent Janet Chapin Littlejohn conducted the meeting. More ... The third annual A.T. Stewart Flea Market will take place on Saturday, June 7th on the grounds of the Historical Society Museum at 109 Eleventh Street. Don't miss this exciting event which is becoming a much anticipated tradition. There will be an array of interesting items for purchase. So, don't forget to come out and support the Garden City Historical Society. More ... What an Easter! While it wasn't as bad as we all thought, both the ladies and the bunny were wearing their fur coats. Not an Easter bonnet in sight on the grownups, but several were seen on some of the young fry. The Easter parade was all it always has been and don't you wonder how many miles per gallon they got. More ... On Thursday, November 1, Bruce Chester of Garden City was installed as president of the Downstate Insurance Associations Council during a conference held at the Huntington Hilton. Downstate represents six independent agent groups that encompass the five boroughs of New York and Nassau and Suffolk Counties. More ... Autism Speaks held their annual "Hill Day" in Washington DC on March 11. The group wanted to thank Congresswoman Carolyn McCarthy, who is one of the nation's leading advocates for Autism related services and research. Pictured are Representative Mc Carthy and Jim Fahey of Garden City, NY State Advocacy Chair for Autism Speaks. The charity will hold its annual Jones Beach walk, which drew nearly 25,000 participants last year, on October 5, 2008. More ... The Intelligent Office of Garden City, New York will provide financial support and advocate for the Children's Sport Connection. The Children's Sport Connection is a charity dedicated to collecting slightly used sporting equipment and to funding athletic participation for the children of families in need. More ... Students in Virginia McCavera's second-grade class at Stratford Avenue School learned about Chinese New Year traditions in February from Sandra Wu, mother of classmate Samantha Wu. Mrs. More ... Just in time for the start of baseball season, Mike Lupica's book Heat has been selected for the next Yak & Snack, which is scheduled for April 12 at 2PM. Sportswriter Mike Lupica has hit an-other home run with this YA novel. The story addresses the issues of brothers, orphans, illegal aliens, and baseball. More ... Old-Time Radio Nostalgia Garden City Public Library Tuesday, April 29th 2:00PM Joseph Mittleman will take you back in time. If you miss those old classic radio programs of the 30's and 40's, you can return to those thrilling days of yesteryear and relive those dramas and comedies. More ... During the week of March 31st through April 3rd the Preschoolers & Little Listeners will celebrate Outrageous Hat Day at their storytimes. Have your child wear his or her favorite hat! The Children's Librarians have been creating a new and improved Children's area. More ... Wednesday, April 16th 12:00 PM "I suppose I ought to warn you at the outset that my present circumstances are puzzling, even to me. Nevertheless, I am sure of this much: My little story has become your history. You won't really understand your times until you understand mine. More ... * Mon., March 31, 5:45 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Book Discussion * Wed., April 2, 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., L.I. Chess Nuts ADULT PROGRAMS * March 31 M1:30 p.m. Monday's Marvelous Movie 1948, 153 min. April * 1 Tu 1:00 p.m. More ... "You may kiss your bride!" With these happy words, Pastor Bill Harmon concluded a special Wedding Anniversary Ceremony at the Lutheran Church of the Resurrection recently. Eighteen couples celebrating their first year of marriage or an anniversary in increments of five were invited to the altar to renew their marriage vows and re-commit to their partnership of life. More ... The Garden City Community Theatre is pleased to present a new original musical, "That's Amore" on April 11-13 at the Garden City Community Church, located at 245 Stewart Avenue. The story, written by Guy Milone Jr., and directed by John Mezzo, features nearly 50 budding actors and actresses of all ages, including Diane Feyrer as Theresa, John Torres as Michael, and Melissa Ryan as Rose. More ... Hempstead Town Supervisor Kate Murray (left) joyfully presided over the renewal of vows for Sarah and Felix Iannacone of Garden City. The couple, who were first married on August 28, 1948, reaffirmed their love at the historic courtroom in Old Town Hall on Valentine's Day. Supervisor Murray noted, "It was wonderful to join with our local seniors who demonstrated that they are 'young at heart' and their love is ageless by renewing their vows." Adding to the festive atmosphere of the courtroom where the weddings took place, flower baskets were provided by Mormile Florists in Rockville Centre. In addition, Entenmann's Bakery in East Meadow donated a beautiful cake for the happy newlyweds, Sapienza Bake Shop furnished cookies and Pathmark and Wild By Nature generously contributed champagne (non-alcoholic) and other delicacies to nuptial celebrations for couples who "tied the knot." Each couple also received a special gift from Fortunoff's and a long-stemmed rose from 1-800-FLOWERS. "I wish to congratulate each of our Valentine's Day newlyweds and not-so- newlyweds and wish them the best of luck in the future," concluded Murray. More ... 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. The organization is non-sectarian and non-political. More ... On March 24 th there were 6-1/2 tables of Seniors duplicate bridge in play. Results of the evening play were as follows. More ... Seniors with lung conditions can learn how they can improve their quality of life at Winthrop-University Hospital's "Health Update for Seniors" program, "Respiratory Health: Yes, You can Breathe Easier!" on Wednesday, April 9, 2008. The program begins with the lecture at 1:15 PM, followed by blood pressure checks at 2:45 PM. More ... The Recreation Department will sponsor a Spring Wreath workshop on Tuesday, April 8th at St. Paul's Senior Center. Royce from A.C. Moore will again visit us with her floral expertise and will bring enough supplies to make everyone happy. This workshop will cost $5.00 and preregistration will be necessary by visiting the new Admistrative offices on the St. More ... The Garden City Historical Society will host guest lecturer Ray Donnelly for a rousing flight through aviation history in his upcoming presentation, A History of Mitchel Field and Aviation in Garden City. This free lecture is scheduled at The Garden City Historical Society Museum, 109 Eleventh Street, on Sunday afternoon, April 20, 3:00 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. More ... Save 10% On Auto Liability Rates For Three Full Years! Qualify With Your Choice of Six Hours of Defensive Driving Classes Brought to you by "Msgr. John's Knights"* Choose Saturday April 19: 9AM to 3 P. More ... Comptroller Howard Weitzman was greeted by the Garden City Chamber of Commerce and spoke to the group about why our taxes are so high and possible solutions. Pictured are Roger Eltringham, president of the Chamber of Commerce, Comptroller Weitzman, and Stuart Lubow, president of the Community National Bank. More ... On March 5, singer-pianist, arranger, bandleader and veteran entertainer Mitch Kahn performed excerpts from his "Great American Popular Songbook" to the delight of members and guests of the Community Club of Garden City and Hempstead, gathered at the Garden City Casino for their March general program. More ... The halls of Stratford School were filled with fathers earlier this winter, as students from Virginia McCavera's second-grade class guided their dads to their classroom for the annual June-in-January Father's Day Brunch. More ... It has been a busy year so far for Boy Scout Troop 56. Since September the troop has been on several exciting outings. The new scout year kicked off in September with annual canoe trip on the Delaware River. This trip is always a favorite as the boys alternate between enjoying the scenery and engaging in water fights. More ... Expect there to be some fancy footwork on the dance floor this year at the upcoming high school Spring Fling and Senior Prom. Every student in the high school was treated to salsa and swing dance lessons given by Mark Barth and Gwen Silva from Silva Dance of Rockville Center. More ... First year brownie troops #1252 & #1253 got "electrified" together and had their hair standing on end with their very own Mad Scientist. The girls learned all about static electricity to complete their Science Wonders Try-It. A great time was had by all. Keep up the good work. More ... Hempstead Town Councilman Edward Ambrosino (2nd right, standing) attends Girl Scout Brownie Troop 1433's Bake-Off at Stewart Avenue Elementary School in Garden City. Also shown are Nassau County Legislator Vincent Muscarella and Principal Linda Norton. More ... Nassau County Legislator Vincent Muscarella attended the Kiwanis Club of Garden City, Inc.'s St. Patrick's Day luncheon held at the Garden City Hotel. More ... The Colonel Aaron Ogden Chapter of the National Society, Daughters of the American Revolution, will hold its An-nual Philanthropic Luncheon at the Cherry Valley Club in Garden City on Saturday, April 12th, beginning at 11:30am. Chapter Regent Mrs. Bruce Little-john will host the luncheon, at which Ms. Norma Plett, Director of Districts x and XI, will be honored by those at-tending. More ... Our "Sugar & Spice" luncheon will have everything nice again this year. Garden City's "Tri-town Auxiliary" chapter of United Cerebral Palsy Association of Nassau County is proudly presenting its 4th annual fundraiser on April 6, 2008 from 1-5pm at the Cherry Valley Country Club in Garden City. More ... World renowned botanical artist Rose Pellicano, who has recently been selected to feature her paintings in the latest Brooklyn Botanical Gardens calendar; as well as the US Botanical Gardens In Washington D.C.- will display her latest series of watercolors at Sunflower Fine Art Gallery on Seventh Street. More ... Adult Education is offering a variety of art classes and craft classes, all of which starting now. FAUX FINISIHING 2 sessions; Tues; 7 - 9 PM; 4/1 & 4/8; $30 NEEDLEPOINT 6 sessions; Mon; 11 AM-1 PM; starts 4/7; $45 More ... If you have ever wanted to pick up a paintbrush so you could let your creative juices flow, then you should sign up at once for the class on watercolor painting which starts on this Monday, March 31st! Drawing skills are NOT a requirement! In fact, creativity and experimenting are the real joys of watercolor painting. More ... As families plan summer activities, Lutheran Church of the Resurrection suggests marking your calendar for Aug. 4 - 8 for this year's Summer Vacation Bible School. Children in grades preschool through elementary are invited to join in the fun, with "Power Lab: Discovering Jesus' Miraculous Power." Registration will be available online beginning in May at the church website, www.resgc.org. More ... In a continued show of support for Winthrop-University Hospital's nationally renowned Diabetes Education Center, the Long Island Fund for Women and Girls (LIFWG) recently awarded the Center a second grant for the Moms Vested in Prevention program, a unique educational program that provides telephone-based nutritional counseling to women with recent gestational diabetes - a form of diabetes More ... |
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