Blood Drive – Tuesday,
May 19
Hicksville Homemakers –
Thursday, May 21
The Relationship Journey –
Wednesday, May 20
Saturday, May 16
Multi-Family Garage Sale for Charity
Furniture, housewares, antiques, TVs, clothing, toys, books, Something for everyone. All proceeds go to AvonWalk for Breast Cancer. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 45 Elbow Ln., Levittown.
Garage Sale
The non-profit Hicksville High School Parent-Teacher-Student Association will hold a garage sale. The exclusive purpose of this fundraiser is to raise college scholarship money for graduating seniors. The garage sale will take place on Newbridge Rd. in the Hicksville High School parking lot by the baseball field and tennis courts from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. For further information, call 931-7022 (evenings).
Ten Family Garage Sale
New, old and everything in between. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 147 Whitney St., Westbury (opposite Carle Place High School parking lot).
Holy Grounds Coffee House
At the Hicksville United Methodist Church, Old Country Rd. and Division Ave. Featuring live Christian music performed by Bill Cooper and Bette Kron. Free refreshments. All ages are welcome. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. and close at 11 p.m. Suggested donation of $5 at the door. For more info go to www.holy-grounds.com or call 931-2626.
Defensive Driving Course
The National Safety Council’s course for a 10 percent insurance reduction from liability and collision premium and up to four points deducted from driving record. To register call 631-360-9720. The course will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Hicksville United Methodist Church, 130 W. Old Country Rd.
Monday, May 18
Family Support Group
An ongoing support group for those who have family members or other loved ones with mental illness. Meets on Mondays from 7 to 8 p.m. at Central Nassau Guidance & Counseling Services, 950 South Oyster Bay Rd. The fee is $5 per family. In addition to verbal support, the group presents guest lecturers, workshops, educational programs and holds social events. For information call 822-6111.
Korean War Veterans of NC
Chapter #1 regular monthly meeting at 8 p.m. (1:30 p.m. during the winter months) at American Legion Post #1711, 3123 N. Jerusalem Rd., Levittown. The chapter meets on the third Monday of every month (except July and August). Call 334-1025.
Blood Drive
At Trinity Lutheran Church, 40 W. Nicholai St., from 3:30 to 8:45 p.m., in the Multipurpose Room. For an appointment, directions or more information call Peg 822-4867.
Win a Gold Coast Getaway at Mill Neck’s Golf Tournament
Join the Mill Neck Family of Organizations at the third annual Spring Swing Invitational Golf Tournament, to be held at the Brookville Country Club. This year’s event will feature golf challenges, prizes, raffles and a “Gold Coast Getaway” auction with sought-after retreat packages from several Gold Coast Mansions. Packages to date include visits to Old Westbury Mansion (six complimentary garden passes and a copy of a book of photographs called the “Book of Days”), Vanderbilt Museum and Planetarium (six museum passes, 15 grounds passes and a gift basket from the planetarium) and OHEKA Castle (gift certificate for a two night stay for four people). Take a chance on one of these fabulous getaways, a selection of beautiful raffle baskets and/or a 50/50 raffle. Sign up a foursome today for only $295 per person (includes brunch, golf challenges, a BBQ on the course, a Champions Dinner and more). Don’t play golf? Register for dinner only at $85 per person. Spring Swing proceeds benefit Mill Neck Manor School for the Deaf, the Mill Neck Manor Early Childhood Center and Mill Neck Services for Deaf Adults. Sponsorship opportunities are available. For more information, contact Nancy Leghart 628-4243.
Tuesday, May 19
Parenting Group
Central Nassau Guidance and Counseling’s Community Program, 950 S. Oyster Bay Rd., is an outpatient substance abuse agency offering a Parenting Group on Tuesdays at 8 p.m. This group specializes in parenting issues for substance abusers as well as parents whose children use drugs. While drug use among teens has declined in other parts of the country, it continues to rise here in Nassau County. For information on this group as well as other services, call 822-4060. All inquiries are confidential.
Overeaters Anonymous
Are you a compulsive overeater? Under eater? Overeaters Anonymous can help. There is a meeting on Tuesdays on the corner of Salisbury Park Dr. and Carmans Rd., East Meadow, across from the firehouse from 7:45 to 9:15 p.m. Call for directions 997-4534. For information about the meeting call Nancy 798-2547 (between 7 and 9 p.m.) or Ed 845-5423.
Bible Studies
Cornerstone Christian Church of LI conducts bible studies every Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. Currently the book of Galatians in the New Testament is being studied. This is an in-depth study titled: Galatians: The Charter of Christian Liberty. Taught by Dr. Richard Goswiller, pastor, teacher, author of 30 years full-time ministry experience. There is also a time of questions and comments which stimulates interesting discussions. The group meets at 250 W. Old Country Rd., Country Bridge Plaza, (behind Antun’s Catering House; nearest cross road: Route 106). For more information call 342-1552 or go to our web site www.cornerstonechristianchurchny.com.
VVA #82 NC Chapter
Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA) was founded in 1978, is congressionally chartered and exclusively dedicated to Vietnam-era veterans and their families. VVA Chapter #82 is your Nassau County Chapter and meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 8 p.m. at Hicksville’s VFW Hall. Call 677-5384 for further information or contact us by e-mail at info@vvachapter82.org. Come and join your fellow Vietnam Veteran in support of each other.
NC Mothers of Twins Club
A caring support, education and resource for parents of multiples. Meetings are at 7:30 p.m. at the Parkway Community Church, 95 Stewart Ave., on the third Tuesday of each month with the exception of July and December. Call 616-3366 or visit www.NCMOC.org.
Alzheimer’s Support Group
Are you a caregiver who would like to share your experience with others? There is strength in knowing you are not alone. Join this support group at 7 p.m. on the third Tuesday of the month in the Adult Day Health Care Program Room at the Cold Spring Hills Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation, 378 Syosset-Woodbury Rd., Woodbury. Call Sheldon Rybak, RCSW/ACSW 622-7770.
Blood Drive
The United States Postal Service and Long Island Blood Services will hold a blood drive from noon to 5:30 p.m. at the Hicksville Post Office, 185 West John St.
Wednesday, May 20
Women’s Domestic Issues
A new group at the Community Program at Central Nassau Guidance & Counseling Services, 950 South Oyster Bay Rd., providing support and education to women experiencing domestic conflict, child abuse, substance abuse and related issues. The focus will be on education, support as well as empowerment and proactive behavior. Issues related to the family and the legal system will be addressed. The group will be held on Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Preregistration required. Call 822-4060.
The Relationship Journey
Widow, Widowers, Divorced and Single. Dynamic discussion and wonderful support. Start living again. There’s laughter, love and hope here. Meets every Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. at the Parkway Community Church, 95 Stewart Ave. (upper level). Fee $7. Age group 40 plus. Call 395-8303.
Thursday, May 21
Young Adult Drug Addiction Group
Offered by the Central Nassau Guidance and Counseling Community Program, 950 S. Oyster Bay Rd., Suite 102. For people 18 to 21 who are recovering from drug addiction. The goals are to enhance skills, increase self-awareness and work toward a drug and alcohol free life. The group meets Thursdays at 8 p.m. Call 822-4060. All inquiries are confidential.
Calling All Seniors
Why be bored at home? Come for fun, trips and to meet new friends. Qualifications: resident of Hicksville, Plainview or Levittown. Meetings every Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Bethpage Senior Center, 103 Grumman Rd. West, Bethpage. Call 571-9910.
Hicksville-Jericho Rotary Club
Meets every Thursday at 12:15 at Caracalla Ristorante, 102 Jericho Tpke., Syosset.
Hicksville Homemakers
Business meeting from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the William Bennett Community Center, 28 W. Carl St. Come in and join the group and become a member. Classes held every Thursday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Catholic War Veterans
All Catholics who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces are invited to attend the meeting of Joseph Barry Post No. 1946 of the Catholic War Veterans on the third Thursday of each month at 8 pm. at the Joseph Barry Knights of Columbus Council, 45 Heitz Pl. For information on joining call 433-5008.
Friday, May 22
Bernard’s W/W Interfaith Organization Dance
Dance every fourth Friday at the Elks Club, Veterans Blvd., Massapequa, at 8 p.m. to midnight. $12. For further information contact call Chris 631-842-6734.
Bethpage Masonic Lodge No. 975
Free and Accepted Masons will meet at 8 p.m. at the Hicksville Masonic Temple, 18 W. Nicholai St., Hicksville. For information call 731-2488. Meetings are every second and fourth Friday.
Eyes of Learning
A non-profit metaphysical study group held at Levittown Hall, Levittown Pky., Hicksville. For information call 731-0909 or visit eyesoflearning.org. Members $10; nonmembers $15. Program: Lecture: “The Seven Mystery Schools – Part II” with Andrew Fogel, initiate of The Great White Brotherhood of Light and high priest of the King Solomon tradition. Andrew will lead the group through the world of The Seven Mystery Schools. The lecture will cover the story of the Atlantean Destruction according to the Hebrew patriarch Abraham. In addition, journey with Andrew to the upper worlds to speak with the higher powers to receive individual information about the Atlantean epoch. If you missed the first lecture, you will still enjoy and greatly benefit from tonight’s lecture. 8 p.m.
Upcoming Events
Cantiague Park Theme Nights
At Cantiague Park’s (W. John St., Hicksville) indoor ice skating rink skaters will be able to enjoy a new theme with related pop music on Fridays from 9 to 11 p.m. Participants can also join in the fun by dressing in a costume appropriate to the theme. Call 572-0200.
• May 22: Mets/Yankees Night
Memorial Day Fashion Show
Presented by the Joseph Barry Columbiettes featuring fashions from Annie Sez and makeup by Mary Kay Cosmetics. Come and honor the red, white and blue on May 29 at 45 Heitz Pl. Doors open 7:30 p.m.; fashion show begins 8 p.m. Buffet, coffee, dessert. $20 per person. Raffles and prizes. For reservations call Jackie 579-0480 or e-mail JAS4754@aol.com.
Trip
Join the Glen Cove, Hicksville, Syosset Mercy League on a great trip to Booth Bay Harbor, ME, July 16 to 20. Enjoy at 5 day, 4 night stay at Spikewood Lodge in Booth Bay with its unique shops. The trip includes sightseeing, food and gratuities. The price is $664 D.D. You may park at St. Paul’s, Jericho, where the bus will pick up and drop off the group. For further information call Jeanette 931-2062. All profit goes to Mercy Medical Center.
