Weekend Events Guide: February 6th Edition

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Baby it’s COLD outside! But don’t despair- there’s a lot going on in and around Garden City on this chilly weekend!

This is the opening weekend for The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge Out of Water. This 3D adventure opens in theaters nationwide. Click here for the deets and to watch a trailer from the movie. 

Saturday- Head to the Long Island Children’s Museum between 2pm and 4pm to welcome in the Chinese New Year by making a Chinese dragon puppet. Cost: Free with museum admission. 11 Davis Ave., Garden City.

Saturday and Sunday- Hicks Nursery is getting into the Valentine’s Day spirit. Stop by the main greenhouse between 11am and 4pm and your children will have fun planting a small houseplant for Valentine’s Day. Cost: Free. 100 Jericho Tpke., Westbury.

Saturday and Sunday- head to Lakeshore Learning Center between 11am and 3pm for a different craft each time. Click here to see what crafts are being made. 2709 Hillside Ave, New Hyde Park. 516-616-9360 

Sunday- Check out The Waldorf School’s Summer Program Open House from 11am-1pm. A few highlights of the summer program (which runs from June 29th to August 7th) include: Pancakes and Pajama Day, Crazy Hat Day and the Talent Show. You will learn more about their summer program and have the chance to meet staff members. Click here for additional information. 

Sunday- Visit Hofstra University’s Open House for Summer Camps for children in grades K-9. Click here for further information on types of camps offered. Camps run from June 29th until August 14th. 12pm-2pm. 900 Fulton Ave., Hempstead. 

Sunday- If you haven’t already, see Aladdin at the BroadHollow Theatre at Elmont at 2pm. Click here for more information. 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. Cost: $10 in advance, $12 at the door. 

Sunday- See Kelley Nassief, soprano and Adelphi’s distinguised faculty member, in concert on Westermann Stage in Concert Hall. 4pm. Cost: $20 adult, $15 seniors. Click here to buy tickets. 

Sunday- Hofstra University’s Black History Month Concert: African Diaspora: Music and Dance in the Old and New Worlds. Enjoy West African Drumming and Dancing, South African Choral Music, concert music by African, Latin American and African American composers, calypso dances and performances by Hofstra student dancers and musicians plus Hempstead and Uniondale High Schools. There will also be a performance by internationally acclaimed Imani Winds. Click here for more information. John Cranford Adams Playhouse. 5pm. Cost: $12, $10 seniors.

Sunday- Catch the reception for Adelphi’s Underground Railroad Hiding in Place photography exhibit. 2pm-4pm at the Ruth S. Harley University Center Gallery. Click here to learn more about this exhibit. 


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Get A Pouch!

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We all know it but some of us continue to do it anyway. Texting and driving kills. Here are some frightening statistics from the FCC:

  • 3,328 people were killed and 421,000 people were injured in 2012 due to driver distraction according to The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
  • Forty percent of all American teens say they have been in a car when the driver used a cell phone in a way that put people in danger.

Joe Salemi spoke with Inside Garden City today and told us what he is doing to stem the problem. Joe realized the danger of texting and driving and wanted to help. As a result, he created an “inexpensive product that everyone could afford and use.” 


His “I Love You” cell phone pouches make phones less accessible while driving, but they also add an extra element of guilt. When you give someone this pouch, you’re saying “I Love You. Please don’t text and drive”. That’s more effective than simply tucking your phone away. According to Joe, “If a little added guilt works, that’s fine”. Joe believes that when your spouse, friends or parents give the pouch to you, it weighs a little heavier on your conscience because someone is telling you how they feel about you. 

In addition to drivers having to deal with the annoying aftermath of a car accident (tickets, car repairs, insurance companies, etc), Joe points out that pedestrians aren’t safe from distracted drivers either. And he hopes to get yet another point across to parents- “If your teen is the distracted driver and causes an accident which results in loss of life, your child may end up in jail, not to mention the fact that they will have to live with this forever”.

The “I Love You” pouch is only $5. Purchase some today for your children, spouse, friends. Inside Garden City readers are entitled to a special discount. If you order between now and Valentine’s Day, when you purchase four pouches, you’ll get one free! And they’re pretty cute too if I do say so…

We can all work to stem this problem and PUT THE PHONE AWAY when we get into the car. Visit Joe’s website: www.hide-a-phone.com


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Super Chili Bowl Results!

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This weekend, Inside Garden City had the pleasure of co-hosting the first {Annual} Super Chili Bowl at Capo on Covert Ave. There were 11 chilis to be tasted. Local residents came out and put their dishes to the {taste} test. It was a packed house.



Amongst the chili tasting, beer and wine were flowing and tasters were tasting. Each taster received a score sheet and went to work. With the tasters as judges, everyone was required to taste and score each chili. It was a tough call- most of the entrants scored equally well on presentation and aroma. The difference came down to taste and texture. After much tasting, re-tasting, scoring, and TUMS- popping, the results were in. Drum roll please…



Howard White went home with top chili honors for his Brixton Chili Bowl. He claimed the fabulous prize which was donated by the North Fork’s Hotel Indigo: a one night stay at the hotel and a gift card to their in-house restaurant. 


The second place winner, Toby Gopen, won a $100 gift card to Capo for her “Helluva Chili”. Third place went to Donna Sirounian for her “Best New York Skyline” chili. She won a bottle of wine and a $25 gift card to Capo. 

 


Proceeds from this event are being donated to the Hance Family Foundation. 

Amazing job done by all and congrats to the winners. Hopefully everyone has fully recovered from their stomach indigestion!


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Guest Blogger- Food For Thought

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Inside Garden City is delighted to introduce new guest blogger Tia Bonacore. Tia is on the blog today with a piece on one of her favorite local places. 


If you are looking for a way to keep your mood boosted and your health in check after the holiday season, here’s a thought…It’s ‘Food for Thought’ on 7th Street- Garden City’s very own “oasis for health and well being”. The Food for Thought health food store has been serving freshly made juices, salads and other organic foods to the Garden City community for over 36 years, yet it still feels like the hip new place that everyone is buzzing about. 

The staff is both knowledgeable and courteous. They also sell a range of hard to find organic beauty products and essential oils. The owner Anju was pleasant as she answered customers’ questions while working the register herself. I am a fan of their food and exceptional customer service but I also appreciate the fact that all of the items on the menu are listed clearly if they are vegan, soy/dairy free or gluten free. Whatever your dietary concerns are, there are many options to choose from. 

If you’re feeling sluggish from an evening of over indulgence… try the “Super Detox” $6.99 for a 12 oz and your body will thank you. My personal favorite raw juice is called the “Rejuvenator“. It consists of green apples, carrot, ginger, beets and lemon..a wonderful way to keep your skin glowing during the dry winter months. If juicing is not your thing, then try one of their many freshly prepared hot entrees like the quinoa sweet potato patty. It’s delicious and will give you enough fuel to get through your next power yoga class. Now that’s food worth thinking about! 

















“Food for Thought” is located at 154 seventh street in Garden City. Check out their website for more info. www.foodforthoughtgc.com


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Frequent customers can rack up reward points for discounts.


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“The Rejuvenator” Carrot, Apple, Beet, Ginger & Lemon.


















Eat your colors! Grilled Veggies with seasoning. 


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Weekend Events Guide: January 30th

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Here’s your guide to some weekend fun! If you’re not watching the game…

Friday, Saturday, Sunday- Hofstra Opera Theater presents Schubert And War: Lysistrata: Die Verschworenen and Selections from Die Winterreise. Fri 7:30, Sat 7:30, Sun 3pm. John Cranford Adams Playhouse. Tickets: $15, seniors $12. Click here for more details. 

Saturday- Head to the Super Chili Bowl at Capo Ristorante from 1-3pm. $10 to taste, $15 for unlimited beer or wine. $5 for Children. Proceeds to benefit the Hance Family Foundation. Come down to show your support, taste (and score) some fabulous chili and have a beer and some fun!

 

Saturday and Sunday- head to Lakeshore Learning Center between 11am ad 3pm for a different craft each time. Click here to see what crafts are being made. 2709 Hillside Ave, New Hyde Park. 516-616-9360 

Saturday- See Aladdin at the Broadhollow Theatre at Elmont. Show tarts at 2pm. Click here for more information.  

Catch the exhibit “Underground Railroad: Hiding in Place” at Adelphi University before it ends on February 27th. Click here for more information. 

And if you are watching the game, here are a couple of places offering up some good food and fun: 



Garden City Hotel Polo Lounge: Watch the big game in our house with regional beer selection from competing AFC/teams as well as a gourmet buffet of football fare for $35+ per person.

Enjoy the weekend!

Weekend Events Guide: January 23rd Edition

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The forecast is calling for snow this weekend, but there are still lots of events happening in and around Garden City. Bundle up and enjoy!

Saturday and Sunday- Head to the Lakeshore Learning Center between 11am and 3pm for a different craft every Saturday. Click here to see what crafts are being made on specific dates. 2709 Hillside Ave, New Hyde Park. 516-616-9360. 

Saturday- See Aladdin at the Broadhollow Theatre at Elmont. Show starts at 2pm. Click here for more information. 

Saturday- DJ Paul spins the tunes at Doc O’Grady’s starting at 10pm. Sure to be a good time. 273 Nassau Blvd South. 

Sunday- The Tilles Center showcases the silent but delightful troupe Mummenschanz at 3pm. Join the fun! Ages: 6 and up. Click here for further information. 

Sunday- Head to Adephi University’s Westermann Stage in Concert Hall for a viewing of the film La Cenerentola. 2pm. Tickets are $20 per adult, $15 per senior, $10 alumni, $5 students. Click here for details. 

Sunday- Enjoy the just-opened Healthyville exhibit at the Long Island Children’s Museum. At 2pm make and enjoy a healthy parfait. Ages 3 and up. Cost: $3 with museum admission. 11 Davis Ave., Garden City. 

Sunday- International Holocaust Remembrance Day. Take part in the candle-lighting ceremony and view a special exhibit. Location: The Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County, 100 Crescent Beach Road, Glen Cove. Cost: Suggested donation of $10. More information can be found here.

Enjoy the weekend and thank you for your support of http://www.InsideGardenCity.com!

Garden City Insider of the Month: Andreas Huber

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It’s that time again. Since the past couple of GC Insiders have spoken of their love of playing golf in Garden City, it is appropriate that our next insider of the month is one of the most accomplished GC golfers …  Andreas Huber.


Andreas is a graduate of GC High School where he played on the golf team. He took the team to a Nassau County Championship in addition to winning the individual Nassau County Title. He also made it to the quarter finals in the US Junior Amateur while in High School. He then went on to win the Big East Championship (individual and team) in 1998 at Georgetown University, from which he graduated in 2002.

After working on Wall Street for a few years he played on the Canadian PGA Tour and European Challenge Tour. He is now CEO of Garden City-based Locality Media- developer of the popular Nassau Now app and Account Executive with NetSuite.

Without further ado, here are our Qs for the newest GC Insider of the Month:


What inspires you? The family focus of Garden City along with the sense of athletic and scholastic achievement throughout the school system and community.

What is your favorite GC restaurant? Orchid

Favorite GC store? Natural Food Store

Favorite place to go out for a drink? BK Sweeney’s Uptown Grille

What do you love most about Garden City? The closeness and kindness of the community. People from Garden City have a special bond.

What is your favorite thing to do in Garden City? Hang out with friends who I grew up with in Garden City. I love coming home to visit my family and play golf.

What would you change about Garden City? The traffic. We never had this much when I was growing up.

What is your advice for Inside Garden City readers? Keep reading Inside Garden City!


Look out for more about Andreas Huber on this site and download the free app- Nassau Now. Thank you for reading http://www.InsideGardenCity.com. 

Eat or Compete: The Super Chili Bowl

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If you’re looking for a way to spice up your winter, Inside Garden City and Capo Ristorante are holding their first Super Chili Bowl on Saturday, January 31st. From 1-3pm, warm up from the inside at Capo on Covert Ave where we’ll be cooking up some fun! You can come as a taster to sample and score various chills, or be one of the competitors.

Our Call For Teams is now underway. You can enter this event as an individual, a business, a restaurant or office. If you think you make a good chili, prove it! Email us at InsideGardenCity@gmail.com to enter. All you need is a name for your chili and a crockpot. The instructions are simple- cook your chili at home and bring it, fully prepared, in a crockpot to Capo on Chili Bowl day. You can use any recipe and ingredients you’d like. The only cooking rule is that the chili must be 100% homemade (no commercial chili mixes). 

Prizes will be awarded for first, second and third place. If competing, remember to register your chili by the January 29th due date! 

In addition to providing a spicy diversion from the winter blues, we will also be doing some good in the community. Proceeds from this event will be donated to the Hance Family Foundation. Chili entrants will pay $20 to compete. Those who only want to sample/vote will pay $10. $5 additional for unlimited beer, wine or soda. $5 for children.

If you’re interested in stimulating your palate by being a taster, you will receive a score sheet and will grade each chili based on select criteria, such as presentation, taste and texture.

 So come down to the Super Chili Bowl and get some relief from the winter doldrums. I look forward to seeing you where the spice is right (womp womp).


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Weekend Events Guide: January 16th Edition

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The weekend is here and so is your Weekend Events Guide. Enjoy the extra day!

Friday- See the Islanders play the Pittsburgh Penguins at Nassau Coliseum tonight. Tickets $20 and up. 7pm. 516-794-9300. nassaucoliseum.com

Saturday and Sunday- See Aladdin at the BroadHollow Theatre at Elmont. 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. Saturday at 2pm, Sunday at 12noon. Cost: $10 in advance, $12 at the door. http://www.broadhollow.org/broadhollow-at-elmont/elmont-childrens-theatre/aladdin-2/


Saturday- Participate in (or just watch) the Flying Model Competition at the Cradle of Aviation Museum on Charles Lindbergh Blvd., Garden City. Free with Museum admission. Teams of three will build a wooden airplane from a museum kit, then enter their plane in three different flying competitions. Prizes will be awarded but you must pre-register to enter. 9am-2pm. https://www.cradleofaviation.org/event/2015/01/17/flying-model-competition

Saturday- Lakeshore Learning will host a free craft for kids. Come anytime between 11am and 3pm to participate. 2079 Hillside Ave., New Hyde Park. http://www.lakeshorelearning.com

Sunday- The Long Island Children’s Museum hosts Peaceful Paintings in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Create a colorful canvas painting of doves- the ultimate sign of peace. 2pm at 11 Davis Ave, Garden City.

Sunday- Join in the fun at Family Fun Time at St. Paul’s gym. From 3pm until 5:45, families can enjoy various sports and gym activities. 

Eisenhower Park’s skating rink, Twin Rinks Ice Center, is now open. It’s not as busy as Iceland yet so it’s a good time to head over if you want to check it out. Click here for directions, hours and cost.

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