Village of Garden City Mayor Peter Bee, Natural owner, Steven Park, and Roger Eltringham, president of the Garden City Chamber of Commerce. On November 25, Natural, Garden City's new full-service market opened with great flourish at 140 Seventh Street. Steven Park, owner, and an attentive staff of associates welcomed members and guests of the Chamber of Commerce with an array of culinary specialties which shoppers continued to enjoy throughout the day.

The long-awaited market specializes in fresh and organic produce along with many other specialties.

Owner Steven Park is proud of the result of many months of renovation and preparation. "It is our aim," he said, "to welcome our new customers, to be a participant in Village activities and to work along with the Chamber and our fellow business residents."

The grand opening celebration was the culmination of many months of pains-taking renovation. The store had been empty since April, 2006 when the IGA Food Basket closed following 24 years of operation. The Chamber welcomes Natural and extends every good wish for success to Steven Park and the Natural staff.

Chamber and Village officials celebrate the grand opening of Natural. Left to right are: Liz Denby, Chamber assistant director; Grace Loughran, Anthony Libertella, and John Pittonni, directors; Village trustee Robert Rothschild; Mayor Peter Bee; Natural owner Steven Park; Chamber president Roger Eltringham; executive director, Althea Robinson; and Suzanne Eigl, Michael Ventre and Patrick Longo, directors.