Garden City Recreation And Parks Department News
Friday, 09 November 2012 00:00
Adult Dance Performance Group Now Forming
Looking for a fun way to work out? A dance performance group for women, led by dance director Felicia Lovaglio, meets every Saturday at 10 a.m. for an hour to learn dance routines which will lead up to the Dance Student Showcase in the spring. Even if you do not want to perform but love to dance, this is a great way to stay in shape and have fun. Class will begin on Saturday, Oct. 27 and will run through May at a cost of $216. To join, please visit the recreation office at 108 Rockaway Ave.
Registration Begins For Junior Paddle For Ages 9 And Up
The recreation department will offer junior paddle lessons at Garden City Community Park according to the following schedule:
Ages 9-11
Mondays from 4-5 p.m.
Thursdays from 4 -5 p.m.
Ages 12 And Up
Mondays from 5 - 6 p.m.
Thursdays from 5 – 6 p.m.
Each five-week lesson program will teach the fundamental of a platform tennis game in a fun setting. Classes will begin the week of Nov. 1 and are open to any resident of the Inc. Village of Garden City in these age groups. Each session will cost $125. To register, please visit the recreation office at 108 Rockaway Ave.
Adult Programs At The Field House
The recreation adult programs in the field house began on Tuesday, Oct. 16 according to the following schedule:
Monday Men’s Open Basketball 7:30-10 p.m.
Men’s Over-30 Basketball 7:30-10 p.m.
Wednesday
Men’s Open Basketball 7:30-10 p.m.
Men’s Over-40 Basketball 7:30-10 p.m.
Thursday Adult Volleyball 7:30–10 p.m.
Adult Soccer 8:30 – 10 p.m.
These programs are open to residents of the Inc. Village of Garden City college age or older. All programs listed are free of charge and strictly pickup. A picture ID is required to sign up for any program. For further information, please contact the recreation office at 516-465-4075.
News
Friday, 17 May 2013 00:00
Friends of the Garden City Public Library will sponsor a free lecture, “Life in the Music Business,” with Garden City resident “Bugs” Bower. The legendary music arranger/producer/publisher will be appearing on Thursday, May 30 at 2 p.m. at the Garden City Public Library at 60 Seventh St. to share excerpts from his new book, Nice Stories about Nice People—highlights from his personal experiences in the music business.
Thursday, 16 May 2013 00:00
When gardeners begin shopping for spring flowers, they may notice a familiar staple missing: the impatiens.
Impatiens walleriana, which are beloved globally for their wide selection of color and low maintenance, have been affected by a fungus called downy mildew. The fungus first causes tiny spots, then yellowness on the leaves. A few weeks later, all that’s left is the flower’s stem and a frustrated gardener.
Sports
Thursday, 16 May 2013 00:00
Defense keys successful lacrosse seasons
The boys and girls high school teams are both rolling and have their sights set on a long run in the playoffs. Both team have faced a number of formidable opponents throughout the season and have successfully navigated their schedules. One thing that has been consistent for both teams has been that their defenses have had to stand tall at key times and shut down very active offenses. Both Coach Finnell and Coach Chapman have made sure that the non-league schedules of their teams will ensure that their teams are prepared for whatever the playoffs can throw at them.
After going the full season last year undefeated, the boys team has three blemishes on their record with losses to powerhouses Ward Melville, Manhasset and LaSalle of PA. With a 9-3 record the Trojans are looking to wrap up the number two seed in the playoffs to force a rematch of the Manhasset game in the County finals. The boys have excelled defensively only allowing 4.25 goals against per game. And if you remove those three tough losses the goals against average drops to 3.1.
Thursday, 16 May 2013 00:00
Hockey Rink Open
The Recreation and Parks Department’s new roller hockey rink is now open for general public use by Garden City residents during the following days and times:
Tuesdays 3:30 p.m. to dark
Wednesdays 3:30 p.m. to dark
Thursdays 3:30 p.m. to dark
Saturdays Noon to 6 p.m.
Sundays - Family Skate 3 to 6 p.m.
Calendar
Book Sale
Saturday, May 18
Calling All Green Thumbs
Wednesday, May 22
Summer Entertaining Workshop
Tuesday, May 28
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