Tuesday, May 8, 2012
Scout’s project aims to raise awareness for drug and alcohol abuse through Battle of the Bands.
“Rock Above the Influence,” that's the message Frank Sikorski wants to get across through his Eagle Scout project. Sikorski, a Boy Scout from Garden City who is a part of Troop 55, has been actively involved in the Boy Scouts of America since his Cub Scout days in elementary school. Sikorski put together the “ Rock Above the Influence - Battle of the Bands” event as his community project to advance in his journey of becoming an Eagle Scout. Sikorski’s idea of a battle of the bands was influenced from his own love of music, and a desire to influence the community to make smart decisions. “I’m really into music, I play guitar,” stated Sikorski. “I want it to be an outreach for kids to not drink and drive.” “Rock Above the Influence” will…
Wednesday, April 25, 2012
The entire class fifth grade class make up the cast and crew for musical production.
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Wednesday, April 25
There might be “Trouble in River City” but the fifth-graders in Stratford School’s performance of “The Music Man Jr.” proved that when it comes to singing, acting, dancing, and managing a stage performance, all is well in Garden City. The entire class of 167 fifth-graders made up the cast and crew that wowed their audiences in morning and evening performances on March 29 and 30. The students began working on this project in January under the incomparable direction of their music teacher, Mrs. Meredith Lavin. Mrs. Lavin was able to present a performance that most professional productions would envy with the help of teachers, parents, and members of the community. Mrs. Tavernese, from Broadway Bound, offered her dance expertise to create …
Tuesday, April 24, 2012
Celebrate National Dance Week by taking their talents to the streets.
Broadway Bound Dance Center students showed off their skills in a fun and energetic flash mob performance Saturday afternoon. Dancers filled the front parking lot of the Garden City dance studio on New Hyde Park Road, ready to give it their all to celebrate National Dance Week (April 20-29). National Dance Week is dedicated to celebrating dance and promoting fitness. Dancers are encouraged to film fun and energetic performances and have a chance to be the 2012 winner. “Everyone across the country is going to be doing dance routines, videoing them, submitting them on YouTube and then they will even be picking winner,” said Debbie Tavernese, owner and director of Broadway Bound Dance Center. “Everybody get out and exercise!" she added. The…
Monday, April 2, 2012
Now in its fifth year, event showcases music, art and poetic talents.
Talented teens filled the Ethical Humanist Society of Long Island (EHS) for their chance to show off their creative talents in a festival Saturday celebrating teen art, music and poetry. For the fifth consecutive year, talented teens drew attention of a large crowd with spectacular performances, readings and artwork. Students from a variety of area high schools participated, including for the first time students from Garden City High School. “This is a milestone for us to have been doing this for five years, we are so delighted to be here,” said Alison Pratt, festival coordinator. “This was an event planned five years ago to bring teenagers from Nassau County together for a day of art and music, and as it turns out poetry and this year …
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The Garden City area is full of important dates -- be sure to check with Patch so you never miss them.
On Monday, April 2, Garden City Middle School will host the first part of its spring concert series at Garden City High School at 7 p.m. The first part of the series is band only. This is also a one-night only event, so arrive early and don't miss out! Do you know about an important upcoming deadline? Share it in the comments below and we'll consider including it in our next "Last Chance."
Friday, March 23, 2012
Garden City resident and music student lucky enough to attend star-studded event.
Kevin Burke, a Garden City High School student who also studies music at the Long Island High School for the Arts (LIHSA), recently returned from an experience he'll soon not forget - a trip to the 54th annual GRAMMY Awards where he had the chance to interview stars like Tom Hanks, Jason Mraz, Foo Fighters, Wilco and more. Burke, who's lived in the village for 11 years and studies jazz guitar, audio recording, music theory, ear training and music history at LIHSA, was one of 29 lucky students chosen from GRAMMY Camp to attend music industry's biggest night. Donned in a tuxedo, Burke put his video skills to the test. Admittedly starstruck, Burke said he really wanted to meet the Foo Fighters but thought his chances were slim. "Going into …
Tuesday, March 20, 2012
Theatre-goers were treated to this endearing musical with memorable characters brought to life by the high school’s talented thespians.
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Tuesday, March 20
To say that Garden City High School’s recent production of “Beauty and the Beast” was a smashing success would be an understatement. For three performances and one dress rehearsal that welcomed more than 100 senior citizens for a pre-show buffet dinner courtesy of the Garden City Teachers’ Association, theatre-goers were treated to this endearing musical with memorable characters brought to life by the high school’s talented thespians. Directed by Katie Sckalor and produced by Stephen Mayo, with Michael Stano as technical director and vocal coach Robert Ludwig (who also played piano and conducted the full pit orchestra), the cast delivered a production that moved many to tears, even as they applauded and cheered during the standing …
Friday, February 17, 2012
February break workshop to examine one of science's most powerful and puzzling subjects.
Want to bend time and space, get stretched thin like spaghetti and, perhaps, vanish into another universe? Go climb into a black hole. On second thought, that might be a bad idea. A much safer trip? Visit the Cradle of Aviation, which next week is offering a daily class dedicated to helping kids grasp one of the great mysteries of the universe. "There is a fascination about black holes, and I think it revolves around the fact that it's been touched on in movies and other forms of science fiction," said Andy Parton, the executive director of the Cradle of Aviation Museum in Garden City. "It's a vast nothingness that nobody truly understands. It's a great mystery." Classes will start at noon each day, and run about each hour until 4 p.m. The…
Sunday, January 29, 2012
LI Arts Council at Freeport holds awards ceremony at Bellmore Theater.
A gala affair was held in Bellmore Wednesday to support the one manner of communication capable of expressing the inexpressible- the arts. The Long Island Arts Council at Freeport kicked off the inaugural 2012 Outstanding Advocates for the Arts ceremony at the Bellmore Movie Theater. According to Event Chairperson Tracey Gittere, it’s a way of giving back to those who form the cornerstone of creativity in our community. “This is a new, annual event where we honor individuals making a difference in the betterment of the arts on Long Island,” she said. “The Long Island Arts Council has created this amazing first-time event to honor individuals from all sorts of arts - music, theater, fine arts, TV, film, photography, writing ... anything, …
Monday, January 9, 2012
The show featured 11 local artists.
The Garden City Historical Society held its sixth annual professional art show in November at The Garden City Historical Society Museum, 109 Eleventh Street. The 2011 art show, “Garden City in Art: A Mixed Media Exhibit,” featured 11 local artists, displaying artworks in sculpture, photography, tapestry, pen and ink, pastels, and oils on linen and on wood. “The Historical Society was once again proud to be able to present our professional art show, which brings together local artists so residents and visitors can appreciate the various mediums our neighbors use to create works of art,” says Mary Jane Caldwell, society board member and art show coordinator. This year’s artists included Suzie Alvey, a specialist in fine art and calligraphy …
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9:26 pm on Tuesday, April 3, 2012
The MS auditorium although pretty is quite small and the HS can hold more people to enjoy these talented youngsters. more ›