October 10, 2008 RSS feed / Community

Women Of Distinction Awards Ceremony

Councilwoman Angie Cullin (2nd left, standing) joined NYS Assemblymen David McDonough (left) and Thomas McKevitt (right) in congratulating the 2008 honorees from the NYS 17th and 19th Assembly Districts. More...

Leukemia, Lymphoma & Myeloma: New Treatments

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and Winthrop University Hospital invite you to join us as we present Dr. Harry Staszewski, Chief, Oncology/Hematology Division, Winthrop University Hospital. More...

Garden City Nursery School's Pot Luck Dinner

On Friday, October 3rd, Garden City Nursery School was completely transformed into a glamorous, red carpet event for its Annual Pot Luck Dinner. 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 5th. The fire department holds this event each year in conjunction with National Fire Prevention Week. More...

Interior Designer Joins Staff

Interior Designer, Joan Stigliano IIDA, a native of Garden City has joined the staff of F & F Design Center located at 730 Franklin Avenue in Garden City. More...

Print Exhibition On Display

Adelphi University Assistant Professor Carson Fox presents "Dangerous Women," an exhibition of contemporary female printmakers who push the technical envelope, both in terms of technique and material, on display in the Adele and Herbert J. More...

Buckley Celebrates Opening Of School

Buckley Country Day School, serving children from toddler through grade eight, opened its doors in September with great excitement and enthusiasm. More...

Financial Courses At Adult Education

Financial Strategies For Successful Retirement How do you make a successful retirement your reality? More...

Ethan Jihwan Pae Baptized At Cathedral

Ethan Jihwan Pae, infant son of The Reverend Joseph Pae and his wife Prisca was baptized at the Episcopal Cathedral of the Incarnation on Sunday, September 14 at the 10:00 a.m. Mass. More...

CMF Installation Of Officers And Annual Contribution Presentation

The Garden City Chapter of Children's Medical Fund held its Annual Installation and Membership Open House in the summer at the lovely home of gracious host Lilli Diller. More...

Bookspan Remains As Property Flips By Stephanie Mariel Petrellese

A Manhattan-based real estate investor and developer has purchased one of the buildings in the former Doubleday complex located along Franklin Avenue, according to a published report. More...

Former Gold Recipient Lives Her Dreams

Ever since Sarah Lansdale was a little girl, she knew what she wanted to be when she grew up. Unlike most little girls, she didn't want to become a teacher, a doctor or a famous singer or actor. More...

Asst. DA To Speak On Teenage Drinking

As part of the Sunday Forum Series at the Garden City Community Church, Nassau County Assistant District Attorney Maureen McCormick will present "Choices and Consequences," a program on drinking, driving, and serving alcohol to minors. More...

Realtors Enter Into Partnership

Daniel Gale Sotheby's International Realty, one of the nation's leading realtors, has entered into a partnership with Dougall Fraser Real Estate, Garden City's number one real estate office. More...

Mary Matalin And James Carville Return To Adelphi

Adelphi University welcomes the return of Mary Matalin and James Carville to its new Performing Art Center (AU PAC) on Wednesday, October 29, at 7:00 p.m. More...

Talk Radio's John Gibson To Speak At Chamber

On Wednesday, October 29, noon, at the Garden City Hotel, the Garden City Chamber of Commerce will welcome back - for the eighth year, Fox News Talk Radio host John Gibson, who will fill members and guests in on breaking news and behind-the- More...

Realtor Hosts Luxury Real Estate Symposium

Coach Realtors recently hosted a one day symposium on the state of luxury real estate at a recently built $3.575-million dollar residence in Garden City. More...

Nursery. Pre-K, And Kindergarten Open House

Saint Joseph School of Garden City, which is devoted to integrating the teachings of the Catholic faith within a creative and stimulating learning environment, is hosting an Open House Guided Tour on Monday, November 3, from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. More...

Golden Goose Gala & House Tour

Twigs of Winthrop-University Hospital Women's Auxiliary is pleased to announce its 34th Annual Golden Goose Gala Candlelight House Tour and Holiday Shopping Boutique. More...

Garden City Library News

Teens Learn SAT Strategies At Library

The final session of the Library's three part college prep program for high school students was held on Wednesday, October 1. More...

Antique Books & Autographs 101

Antique books! Clouded in a veil of myth and mystery. A subject feared by many collectors and dealers alike. But don't let that scare you! More...

Fall Story Times Begin At Library

The Children's Room has begun Fall story times. Toddlers with their parents and caregivers are pictured at story time led by Librarian Donna Feurey on Monday, September 29th. More...

Library Friends To Sponsor Program

Travel photographer Doug Going will present a free multimedia program: "Nicaragua - A La Orden!" on Thursday, October 30 at 2 p.m. at the Garden City Public Library. More...

Halloween Fest & Haunted Hike 2008

The Garden City Bird Sanctuary (located opposite 181 Tanners Pond Road) is once again hosting a Halloween Festival and Haunted Hike on Saturday October 18th from 4-9pm. The rain date is scheduled for Sunday October 19th, also from 4-9pm. More...

Final Call For Class In Defensive Driving

The Msgr. John's Knights will hold a defensive driving course at 9 A.M., on Saturday, Oct. 11 For last minute registrations phone John Russo at 516-384-4552 or John McCabe at 516-633-6146 to reserve. More...

Novelist Tom Phelan To Speak

On Sunday, November 2, at 3 pm, Tom Phelan will be the featured guest at Author Afternoons at Molloy College, hosted by Molloy's writer-in-residence, Barbara Novack. The college is located at 1000 Hempstead Avenue, Rockville Centre. More...

Annual Fall Fair At The Waldorf School

Once a year, the Waldorf School of Garden City fills with the smell of hot-from-the-oven breads and the feel of an old-fashioned autumn harvest. On Saturday, October 25th from 10:00 A.M. More...

Athletic Recruiting & Scholarship Seminar

NCAA college coach, author and noted speaker on the complex topic of the college recruiting process, Wayne Mazzoni, will present an informative workshop for Garden City community members on Thursday, October 16th, 7 p.m. More...

National Merit Scholarship Semi-Finalists

Congratulations to Garden City High School seniors Sarah D'Antonio and Elizabeth Debold (center left and right respectively), pictured here with Guidance Counselor Tim Casale and Principal Nanine Cuttitta, for being selected as 2009 National M More...

Patient Support Group

The Long Island Chapter of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society in collaboration with Winthrop University Hospital Division of Oncology & Hematology is offering a FREE patient support group. More...

Continuing Education's Kayak Nature Trip

Paddling through the wetlands of the South Shore in kayaks while listening to a naturalist explain the life of a snowy egrets or a cormorant is what 18 outdoor enthusiasts took part in on Saturday, September 20th. More...

HOLA Celebrates Its Fifth Year!

HOLA of Garden City, Inc. is a non-profit organization founded five years ago by a group of Garden City women of Hispanic descent. More...

Troop 243 Honors Eagle Scouts

Last spring, Troop 243 honored three of its own during a beautiful Eagle Court of Honor ceremony at St. Joseph's Auditorium. More...

Adelphi To Host Spoken Word Artists

Adelphi University welcomes to the stage nationally acclaimed spoken word artists Alix Olson and Staceyann Chin to present "Radical Words of Our Revolution." The two poets will deliver back to back performances on Thursday, October 16, 2008 at More...

15th Annual Celebration Of Breast Cancer Survivors

Breast cancer survivors, family and friends will come together on Tuesday, October 21, for the 15th annual Breast Cancer Celebration of Survivorship of the Adelphi NY Statewide Breast Cancer Hotline & Support Program. More...

Resident To Perform

Local resident, Flautist Lana Noone will perform in-concert with Classical Guitarist John Zaccari at the Bethpage Library on October 16th at 2 PM. More...

Music And Dance Classes With Education

Piano I If you always wished you could play the piano or keyboard, this is your chance to learn. After just one session, you will be able to play simple songs! No experience necessary. More...

Computer And Camera Classes Start Soon

Adult Education is offering the following computer and camera classes: KEYBOARDING (HOW TO TYPE) FOR BEGINNERS! 5 sessions; Thurs.; 7 - 9 PM; starts 10/16; Res. $100, GC Sr. $100, Non-Res. More...

Socially Speaking

The Community Club of Garden City and Hempstead is one of the oldest organizations in the Village. It has its roots in the service offered by women of this Village and of Hempstead during World War I. More...

Garden City Senior News

Garden City Retired Men's Club Calendar Of Events

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...

Sanitation Collection - Columbus Day

Residents are reminded that there will be normal garbage and recycling pickup on Columbus Day, Monday, October 13, 2008. More...

Serious Auto Accident

Nassau County and Garden City Police responded to a serious motor vehicle accident that occurred in Garden City on Tuesday October 7 at 5:35 a.m. More...

CMF Fall Brunch and Fashion Show

The Garden City Chapter of Children's Medical Fund invites you to join us at our upcoming Fall Brunch and Fashion Show on November 13, 2008 at the Hempstead Country Club. More...

Mother Daughter Dinner Dance

Mercy League of Garden City is hosting the always popular Mother-Daughter Dinner Dance. It will be held on the newly renovated New Hyde Park Inn November 3rd. The festivites begin at 6:30 pm. Remember there is NO school the next day. More...

Adelphi Presents Outdoor Sculpture Biennial

Adelphi University proudly presents its Fifth Outdoor Sculpture Biennial installed throughout the landscaped arboretum gardens and pathways of the Garden City Campus, 1 South Avenue, Garden City, NY. More...

Music Gala Celebration Opens New Concert Hall

The 500-seat acoustically state-of-the-art concert hall in Adelphi University*s new Performing Arts Center (AU PAC) will be inaugurated with the performances of Titans, on October 24, at 7:30 p.m. More...

Pope John Assembly K of C Meeting

Pope John XXIII Assembly, Knights of Columbus will hold its monthly meeting (fourth degree members only, please) at St. More...

GC Residents Preparing For Winthrop's Annual Yuletide Ball

Winthrop-University Hospital is pleased to announce that Edward and Terri McNally of Garden City will host the annual Yuletide Ball in support of Child Life and Pediatric Services at Winthrop. More...

GCPD Offers Tips For Halloween

Garden City Police Commissioner Ernest J. Cipullo advises that the Halloween season is upon us. It is supposed to be a time of good fun but it is also a time when our children are most vulnerable. A few safeguards should be in effect. More...

Noted Educator To Present Lecture

Noted educator Linda Williams, Ph.D. will present a lecture entitled "Waldorf Education: Soul Food for America," on Thursday, October 16th at 7:00 pm in Bonner Hall at the Waldorf School of Garden City. More...

Intro To Backyard Birding Course At Garden City Adult Ed.

Are you interested in learning about birds? More...

News From The Children's Room Programs with Bats and Pumpkins

during October Two special programs will be held for children this October. Bats! with the Long Island Science Center will be held on Saturday, October 18th for Grades K-2 at 1PM and for Grades 3-5 at 2:30 PM. More...

Library Closed

The Garden City Public Library will be closed on Monday, October 13, in observance of Columbus Day. More...

All About eBay

Sharper Training Solutions will present a lecture and demonstration on how to use eBay, the most popular online auction website, to buy and sell items. More...

Seated Aerobics Continues

The Garden City Public Library is pleased to offer the very popular Seated Aerobics again this Fall. What better way to have fun while exercising...Seated Aerobics! All classes are choreographed to enjoyable music. More...

What's Up For Young Adults At The Library

2008 TEEN READ WEEK - "Books With Bite" The theme for Teen Read Week, which runs from October 12 through October 18,is "Books With Bite". More...

Cooking: Living A Low-Carb Lifestyle

Not just cakes! Linda Murtha, pastry chef and owner of The Best Ever Low-Carb Cakes in Massapequa, will share her knowledge as well as recipes for a low-carb, can-do healthy lifestyle. More...

Welcoming Club's Annual Halloween Brunch

Ghouls, goblins, princesses and pirates of all ages are welcome at the Garden City Welcoming Club's Annual Halloween Brunch!!! More...

Historical Society Presents Tiffany Lecture

The Garden City Historical Society will present Tiffany and the Gilded Age, a free lecture presented by Franklin Hill Perrell, Chief Curator of the Nassau County Museum of Art, on Thursday, November 6, at 7 p.m. More...

Friends Of Music

Which Garden City organization presented the school district with four computerized Smartboards last spring, one each for the elementary schools, the middle school and the high school? More...

Blood Drive At Mercy Medical Center

Mercy Medical Center in Rockville Centre invites and encourages members of the public to participate in a Blood Drive to support Long Island Blood Services to be held on Friday, November 21st, from 7:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. More...