Garden City Recreation And Parks Department News: March 8, 2013

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Garden City Recreation And Parks Department News: March 8, 2013

Friday, 08 March 2013 00:00

Youth Platform Tennis Lessons

The Recreation and Parks Department will again offer Youth Platform Tennis Lessons at Community Park. Classes begin on Thursday, March 14 according to the following schedule:

Ages 9 – 11, 4 – 5 p.m.

Ages 12 and up, 5:15 to 6:15 p.m.

This program will run for five weeks and will cost $125. To register, please visit the recreation office at 108 Rockaway Ave. or download an application from www.gardencityrecreaton.org.

New Yoga Class Announced

The Recreation and Parks Department is adding another adult yoga class. This class will be held on Thursday evenings at 7:30 p.m. Certified yoga instructor Connie McKnight will lead the class through the various movements needed to improve flexibility and coordination during this one hour class. Classes will begin the week of March 7 in St. Paul’s Senior Center. The cost of this class will be $65 for 10 weeks. To register, visit the recreation office at 108 Rockaway Ave.

USSI Multi Sport Camp

The Recreation and Parks Department again offers the US Sports Institute’s Multi Sport Program during the spring break week of March 25-28. This four-day program, open to residents of the Village ages 5 to 12, will cover a range of sports and activities during the course of the session. Times and prices will be as follows: 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. $119; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; $139 (camper should bring lunch); 1 to 4 p.m. $79

To register for this program, please visit the recreation office at 108 Rockaway Ave. or download an application from www.gardencityrecreation.org. You may also register online at US Sports Institute’s website at www.ussportsinstitute.com.

Parent And Tots Sports Program

The Recreation and Parks Department is please to offer a program dedicated to parents and tots. The US Sports Institute’s Parent and Tot Program will introduce 2 and 3-year-olds to a variety of sports, games and group activities, all with the help of a parent. This seven-week program, open to residents of the Village of Garden City, will be available on Thursdays beginning April 18 according to the following times: 10 to 10:45 a.m. $95; 11 to 11:45 a.m. $95; Noon to 12:45 p.m. $95

A Brand New Roller Rink For All To Enjoy

The Garden City Recreation & Parks Department is proud to announce that this spring it will debut its brand new roller rink where various hockey programs will be offered for residents of the village ages 5-17 and 30 and over. Whether you have played for years already, or looking to join, there is no better time to join in on all the fun. Stay tuned in the weeks to come for additional announcements regarding spring programs.

News

Bugs Bower Lecture

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.

Patience Please, With Impatiens

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

Playing With A Big Stick

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.