Fire Prevention Day& Open House

The Garden City Fire Department has announced it will be holding its Annual Fire Prevention Day and Open House on Sunday, October 5th at Fire Headquarters on Stewart Ave in the Village Hall Complex. The event begins at 12:00 pm.

The event is held each year in conjunction with National Fire Prevention Week. This year's National theme is "It's Fire Prevention Week: Prevent Home Fires!" The Open House has something for everyone in the family. The event will include full dress inspection of the fire department by Village officials, followed by an afternoon of firefighting and fire safety demonstrations. According to this year's event coordinator, Assistant Chief William Castoro, "it's a great afternoon for our residents to see our equipment up close, to have fun, and learn about the importance of fire safety." Those attending this event will receive free giveaways, brochures, balloons, plastic fire helmets for the kids, and, of course, complimentary refreshments for all ! The fire department cordially invites all residents, their friends and families to enjoy the afternoon with them.

Italian Feast At Bar Association

Bring the whole family for a taste of Italy and help your neighbors in need at the same time, at the Annual WE CARE Italian Feast, sponsored by the Columbian Lawyers Association of Nassau County, Quartz Caterers and the WE CARE Fund, the charitable arm of the Nassau County Bar Association. Enjoy the buffet of popular Italian cuisine and desserts served by local judges, the music provided by attorney Timothy Aldridge, and the special guest performance comedian Uncle Floyd, on Saturday, October 18, 6:30 p.m. at the Nassau County Bar Association, 15th and West Streets, Mineola. All proceeds go to charity through grants provided by the WE CARE Fund.

WE CARE funds are raised by the legal profession and the community-at-large at various fund raising activities throughout the year. Nearly 100% raised is distributed through charitable grants to improve the quality of life for children, the elderly and others in need throughout Nassau County. In the 20 years since its founding, Nassau County attorneys have raised more than $1.7 million for more than 100 local charitable causes.

Required reservations for the Annual WE CARE Italian Feast are $65 per person, with tables of 10 for $650. No tickets will be sold at the door. Sponsorships are still available. Save your seat by sending your check made payable to the WE CARE Fund to the Nassau County Bar Association, 15th and West Streets, Mineola, NY 11501. You may also reserve online at www.nassaubar.org. Reserve early, as this event is always a sellout!