Another outstanding free concert will be held at the Gazebo on Village Green on Thursday, July 2, as the Recreation Department presents the fabulous Great South Dixieland Band. This outstanding group of entertainers, under the direction of Mike Carubia, will perform a program of "Dixie" flavored swing tunes.

Mike Carubia is one of Long Island's most prominent musicians and the band has become a mainstay of the local concert scene, delighting audiences with their great music for many years, and we are pleased to welcome them back to the Gazebo.

Concerts at the Gazebo begin at 7:15 p.m., and there is no charge for admission. The Gazebo is located at the corner of Stewart and Hilton Avenues, adjacent to Village Hall. Bring your lawn chair or blanket, and enjoy the great sounds under the beautiful summer sky. In the event of rain, concerts are held indoors at the Cultural and Performing Arts Center at Cluett Hall. Due to space limitations at Cluett, proof of Garden City residency is required for all concerts moved indoors.

For up to the minute information regarding concert location and weather conditions, please call the Program Line at 742-5888.

With the end of the school year, the five neighborhood playgrounds are again ready to provide you and your children with a summer full of fun activities and events.

For your enjoyment, these five playgrounds (Edgemere, Grove, Hemlock, Nassau Haven, and Tullamore), are open and staffed seven days per week during the summer. Each playground has basketball and tennis courts, ball fields, play areas, bathrooms, and a public phone.

The Playground Directors at each park develop their own program of daily activities and events throughout the summer, and special events are scheduled by the Recreation Department at each park. For a more detailed listing of activities and events, please consult the summer edition of Leisure Times, which was mailed to all residents in early June.

The first special event scheduled for this summer is our annual playground Junior Olympics, a fun-filled track and field event, which will be held at the Stewart Athletic Field on Thursday, July 2.

Interested children should contact the Park Director at the playground nearest their homes for information on how to participate. Transportation to the Olympics will be provided by the Recreation Department Bus.

On Saturday, July 4, the Pool will again host Family Fun Day for our members. Family Swim Races, the famous Pool "Greased Watermelon Contest" and a concert featuring Squeaky Clean will highlight the day. Family Fun Day will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. and admission will be free for all Pool members. Normal guest fees will apply for all guests. The first session of swim lessons began June 30, and continue until July 10. Please note that swim lessons will be held on Friday, July 3.

The Tuesday night movies at the Pool have returned. Movies are shown at 8:30 p.m. and admission is $1 for members and $2 for guests. Garden City residents who are not Pool members can only come as a guest of a member, otherwise they will not be admitted. The Snack Bar and Good Humor Stand remain open during the movie and popcorn is on sale.

Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult and the Pool closes at 7 p.m. on movie nights to set-up.

Registration for the Summer Sports Camps has been under way since mid-May. At the present time, the following camps still have some limited openings available: Baseball Camp, Basketball Camp, Girls' Lacrosse Camp, Boys' Lacrosse Camp, Soccer Camp, Pre-School Arts and Crafts, Pre-School Stay and Play, and Recreation Activities Camp. The Tennis Camp, unfortunately, is completely filled for the summer.

For further information about camp availability, please call the Recreation Office at 742-5800.

The four Hard-Top Tennis Courts at Community Park have been reopened for the Summer outdoor tennis season. These courts operate according to the following schedule: Tuesday through Sunday, 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Mondays, 4 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Reservations may be made up to 48 hours in advance by calling the Community Park Office at 483-2525.

The following rates, per person, per hour, are in effect for the summer season:

Weekdays:

8 a.m. to noon... singles = $2.50; doubles = $2.00

noon to 4 p.m. ... singles = $1.50; doubles = $1.50

4 p.m. to 7 p.m. ... singles = $2.50; doubles = $2.00

Weekends All Day:

singles = $3.50; doubles = $2.00

Guest Fees:

Add $1 per person, per hour.

For further information, please call the Community Park Office at 483-2525.

The Miniature Golf Course at Community Park has been renovated and is now open for your enjoyment. The course is located adjacent to the tennis courts, and is available for play seven days a week according to the following schedule: Monday, noon to 11 p.m.; Tuesday through Sunday, 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Green Fees for the course are $1.50 for residents and $2 for non-resident guests.

The Miniature Golf Course is available for children's birthday parties. For reservations or information, please call the Community Park Office at 483-2525. Please note that birthday party reservations will only be taken Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The Recreation Department's Summer Chess Club meets from 4 to 6 p.m. in the small meeting room at the Garden City Library each Tuesday. Resident chess authority Paul Dooher is again lending his knowledge and expertise to the players.

The Summer Chess Club is designed for children in grades 3 and up. There is no fee for the program and no registration is required. The program is for Garden City residents only.

The Recreation Department is again sponsoring the Recreation Leadership Training Program as part of the annual Recreation Activities Camp, which will be held on the grounds of St. Paul's from Aug. 17 to 21.

This training program will offer residents an opportunity to gain valuable on-the-job experience, while providing a chance to demonstrate abilities to the Recreation Department. There will be both a morning and an afternoon session, so there will be an opportunity for all high school student athletes to participate. Those participating in the training program will be doing so on a volunteer basis.

Registration for those interested in participating is now underway in the Recreation Office in Village Hall. Students must be entering at least junior year in high school.

For further information, contact Recreation Program Supervisor George Baker at 742-5800 ext. 279.