Monday, May 14, 2012
Women's fashion retailer declares bankruptcy, announces store closures.
After filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy a few weeks ago, fashion designer Betsey Johnson's company has announced that most of the chain's 63 stores will close, including the Roosevelt Field Mall location. According to a Forbes article, the filing will likely result in the dismissal of 350 employees. It listed “severe liquidity problems” and $4.1 million in outstanding unsecured obligations owed to vendors, manufacturers, service providers and other creditors including jewelers, watchmakers, banks and accountants. While the stores are closing, fashionistas will still be able to find Betsey Johnson gear at Saks Fifth Avenue and Bloomingdales, along with a handful of flagship locations. A rep from Nordstrom, which is also located at Roosevelt …
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Memorial Day weekend is about tangy backyard barbecue and sweet cole slaw. But what if you can’t make it all? We want your pick for catered food joint.
Sides of mac and cheese, potato salad and cole slaw go great with any family get together. So do trays of penne alongside sausage and peppers. That’s a Long Island feast done Italian-style. Whatever your preference, Memorial Day weekend is all about backyard gatherings of friends and family. But whether you fire up the Weber grill or channel your inner Martha Stewart, preparing the entire banquet may be too much to handle. You’re in luck. Quality caterers abound, from the local meat market and deli to the neighborhood restaurant or grocery store. Time to weigh in. Garden City Patch is looking for the best catered food in town. Readers’ Choice is a new weekly feature where we ask you – our readers – to tell us your top picks. Each …
Thursday, May 10, 2012
Holding open house and membership drive in celebration of win.
The United States Tennis Association recently named Garden City Casino "Private Club of the Year." In honor of earning this distinction, Garden City Casino is holding an Open House on May 14 at 7 p.m. and are inviting all to come. Also, during the month of May, all Garden City residents have the opportunity to receive a complimentary trial membership. They will be able to utilize the facility and engage in social events, free of charge! The Entertainment Committee has a wonderful Memorial Day Barbecue planned and both men and women can enjoy open play and team tennis. Please contact Brent Stranathan at Blstranathan@cbs.com to reserve your spot today!!! The Garden City Casino offers both a competitive and social tennis program for both men…
Monday, May 7, 2012
Not going away this summer? We want your pick for top local staycation destination.
With summer fast approaching and children out of school, many load up the SUV and hit the road for a much-needed vacation. Memorial Day weekend kicks off the summer season. But with sky-high gas prices as a strong deterrent, you might choose not to travel at all this year. There’s also three months of your child’s downtime to account for. How to fill the rest of those dog days? Staycation, of course. Patch wants to know where do you go to entertain your family and play locally? Is it a favorite park, bike path, museum, movie theater or kid-friendly lunch spot? Time to weigh in. Garden City Patch is looking to unearth the most family-friendly spot in town. Readers’ Choice is a new weekly feature where we ask you – our readers – to tell us …
Friday, May 4, 2012
Whimsical Garden City cafe earns Readers' Choice Award after garnering most votes.
When it comes to treating mom to a special Mother's Day brunch, The Cupcake Corner is the place to go. When we asked Patch readers this week to vote for the place in Garden City that serves up the best Mother's Day brunch, this whimsical cafe, located in the West End at 61 New Hyde Park Rd., emerged as the winner. Laura and John Graney's gourmet shop took 46 percent of the votes. Rein at the Garden City Hotel came in a close second. In addition to its scrumptious cupcakes, The Cupake Corner also offers croissants, danishes, cakes, pancakes and wafflies, all baked on the premises. They also serve up sandwich wraps, quiche, gourmet ice cream, yogurt parfaits, hot cocoa, and a variety of coffees and teas. For Mother's Day, The Cupcake Corner…
Tacos, salsa and free T-shirts!
There will be several fiestas taking place around the area this Saturday for Cinco de Mayo. Patch has picked five fun ways for you to celebrate. Go loco! How will you be spending Cinco de Mayo? Tell us in the comments section below.
Tuesday, May 1, 2012
Courtney Basel earns 'Excellence in Business Education Scholarship Award" and will be recognized at Pineapple Ball.
The Garden City Chamber of Commerce will be celebrating the accomplishments of local community members at its 10th annual Pineapple Ball Friday night. Among those to receive accolades this year, will be Garden City High School senior Courtney Basel. Basel is the recipient of the Chamber Foundation’s 2012 “Excellence in Business Education Scholarship Award.” This award recognizes the student who best exemplifies the spirit of the Garden City business community by achieving academic success in the area of business. Basel was selected by the Garden City High School Business and Guidance Departments, according to Christopher Murray, president of the Chamber's charitable foundation. She has achieved a 96 average in her business classes, which …
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Monday, April 30, 2012
Highlight new design and additions to the Garden City-based shopping center.
New restaurants, renovated and redesigned space, and a Neiman Marcus store will be coming soon to Roosevelt Field Mall. Roosevelt Field General Manager Nadine Nakamura was on hand at the Council of East Meadow Community Organizations’ (CEMCO) meeting last week to give an overview of the project and answer questions pertaining to the redevelopment. Roosevelt Field was built in 1956, and underwent renovations in 1993 and 1998, according to Nakamura. “We are sorely due for an upgrade,” she added. The new Neiman Marcus will be added to the mall near Macy’s. Seasons 52, a restaurant, is now open, with The Capital Grille and Havana Central slated to open by the year’s end. There are plans to renovate the AMC movie theater at the property to a “…
Where do you go to treat mom right and show your appreciation on Mother’s Day?
After you’re done with the hugs, hand-made cards and fresh-cut flowers, wash it all down with another Mother’s Day tradition: Sunday brunch. So where do you go to treat mom right and show your appreciation on Mother’s Day? Time to weigh in. Garden City Patch is looking to unearth the best spot for Mother’s Day brunch in town. Readers’ Choice is our weekly feature where we ask you – our readers – to tell us your top picks. Each Monday we’ll list our nominees – this week it’s best spot for Mother’s Day brunch – and ask for your recommendations. Did we leave your go-to spot off the list? Go ahead and add it in comments. Then vote. Readers' Choice winners are all up to you, so it's important not only to vote below, but also be sure to share …
Pauline Mari
4:53 pm on Thursday, May 17, 2012
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