KRISTEN LAIRD

“Kristen brings a new vitality and innovative thinking to the process of planning and delivering a first class, fun, exciting evening of entertainment." Stephanie Cullum, Past President, Garden City Chamber, Garden City News, 

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"Dennis Donnelly, Executive Director of the Chamber, looks forward to working with Kristen. "We are well on our way to creating a new and action-packed entertainment extravaganza.” - Dennis Donnelly, past Executive Director, Garden City Chamber of Commerce Garden City News

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“The Chamber’s 2017 Pineapple Ball Committee, led by Kristen Laird, took a new approach for the event this year and surpassed all of our expectations. The Ball delighted Chamber members and their guests, and created wonderful memories for all who attended,” Thomas McCambridge, Past President Garden City Chamber of Commerce, Garden City News, March 3, 2017 

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"The Greatest Acheivment of this year was the hiring of our Executive Director, Kristen Laird, who has skillfully navigated through these troubled times with unmatched optimisim, professionalism and creativity." Dr Hildur Palsdoittoir, Past President, Science Museum of Long Island, Annual Report Presidents Address in 2020-2021 

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"What a wonderful day at the 2nd Annual Pumpkin Smash Fall Festival at the Science Museum of Long Island that I attended with Supervisor Jennifer DeSena, and Elaine Phillips, Nassau County Comptroller.  The event was filled with fun activities for kids, delicious food trucks, and live music in a beautiful setting.  A big thank you to Kristen Laird and the Board of Trustees for all that you do to make events like this possible! Let's keep celebrating our community and the joy of fall! -n Mary Jo Collins - Reciever of Taxes, Town of North Hempstead, November 2, 2024

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"Enjoyed a fantastic Sunday at Sciencestock with supervisor Jennifer DeSena!  The Science Museum of Long Island was buzzing with energy - great bands, delicious food and fun activities for all ages, Huge thanks to Kristen Laird, her board and the entire team for putting together such a memorable community event!" - Mary Jo Collins Receiver of Taxes, Town of North Hempstead. June 12, 2025 

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"Sciencestock 2025 at the Science Museum of Long Island was an absolute blast!!! A music festival where Science, sustainability and good vibes rocked together – from Drum circles to seed bomb workshops, & yes … the cutest tortoise ever stole the show! Huge thank you to Executive Director Kristen Laird & her team for bringing this magical, eco-friendly experience to life!”  - Jennifer DeSena, Town of North Hempstead Supervisor, June 11, 2025

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“Thank you to Executive Director Kristen Laird for all you do to spark joy and excitement in the pursuit of scientific understanding for young inspiring minds!” - Elaine Phillips, Nassau County Comptroller, February 20, 2025