Homemakers Club – Levittown Day Chapter –
Monday, May 18
Republican Club –
Thursday, May 21
EM-Lev JWV Post #709 –
Sunday, May 24
Saturday, May 16
Pet Loss Support Group
People who feel very sad about the loss or serious illness of their cat or dog can now come to a bi-weekly support group led by an experienced counselor in the conference room at Bide-A-Wee, 3300 Beltagh Ave., Wantagh. These sessions are open to the public; they are not restricted to Bide-A-Wee clients or adopters. The group facilitator is Medea Berkman, a pet loss group leader with many years of experience. She gently guides the healing process to help people come to terms with their feelings of sadness and loss. No fee, but all donations are gratefully accepted to help Bide-A-Wee provide for the animals in our care until we place them in loving homes. To register call Joan Stoppa in the Bide-A-Wee Wantagh Outreach Office 785-4199, ext. #1. The group sessions meet the first and third Saturdays of every month, from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
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.
Sunday, May 17
Adult Yiddish Classes
Beginners and advanced beginners/intermediates. Sundays at the Nassau Cultural Center, 574 East Meadow Ave., East Meadow. To register call 794-0506.
New Attitudes Singles
Meets every Sunday at 6 p.m. at PieSanos Pizzeria, 2330 Hempstead Tpke., East Meadow. Call 851-6114. Singles meet and greet. Introductions and discussion. Fee $10 plus expenses.
Antiques, Collectibles, Handcrafts Flea Market
Sponsored by the Bellmore Lions Club from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Bellmore LIRR station at Bedford Ave. and Sunrise Hwy., Bellmore. Also on June 7, 21. To be a vendor call 785-0222.
Walk the Walk 2009
Form a team for the Kidney & Urology Foundation. The walk for kidney disease and organ donor awareness will be held at Eisenhower Park, East Meadow. If interested in joining the walk, go to www.li.kidneywalkthe walk.org and register online. For questions call 1-800-63DONATE.
Monday, May 18
Homemakers Club
Levittown Day Chapter meeting from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Mondays at the VFW Hall Post #9592, Hickory Lane, Levittown. Call 579-4420.
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, education programs and holds social events. For information call 822-6111.
Adult Education
Led by Rabbi Alan Lavin at the Farmingdale Wantagh Jewish Center, 3710 Woodbine Ave., Wantagh. Course #1 Torah Reading Skills. Learn and sharpen your basic skills to read Torah. Mondays at 7 p.m. Course #2 Basic Talmud. Learn the legends, laws and background of the Wisdom of the Rabbis. 8:10 p.m. Call 785-2445.
Do You Speak Yinglish?
The Yiddish Club, an entertaining, enjoyable, social experience, allows individuals of varying language abilities to speak “Yinglish,” a combination of Yiddish and English. Members and nonmembers alike are given an opportunity to read, speak and tell stories related to their Yiddish experiences. The Yiddish Club meets every Monday from approximately 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Farmingdale Wantagh Jewish Center, 3710 Woodbine Ave., Wantagh. For additional information, call 785-2445.
Adolescents with Lupus
A monthly peer group for adolescents (12 to 17 years) with Lupus. Meets on the third Monday of the month from 5 to 6 p.m. at the Lupus Alliance of LI/Queens, 2255 Centre Ave., Bellmore. Registration required. Call 783-3370 or 1-800-850-9000; Shirley Feig, CSW.
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.
Levittown Historical Society
If you are interested in helping collect memorabilia, photographs, appliances and furnishings from the early days of Levittown, come down for an interesting evening. All welcome. No admission charge. 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Abbey Lane Elementary School, Gardiners Ave. Meetings are held on the third Monday of the month (except July, Aug., Jan., Feb.). For more information call 822-7505. Program: Jessica Semins of Raynham Hall discusses Revolutionary War intrigue at the Oyster Bay home of the Townsend family.
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
Overeaters Anonymous
Meeting every Tuesday at 8 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, 474 Wantagh Ave., Levittown. Do you have a problem with food? We are a 12-step group for those who eat compulsively. Call 794-1333.
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.
Business Networking Opportunity
Join the “All In” chapter of BNI (Business Networking International) at its breakfast meeting every Tuesday at 7 a.m. at the East Bay Diner, Merrick Rd., Seaford. Referrals are exchanged between local business people to help their businesses grow. Call Denise Langweber for more information at 765-2800, or meet the group there.
Duplicate Bridge
ACBL-sanctioned. Run by Certified Bridge Director Mayer Wiesen. Tuesdays from 1 to 4:30 p.m. at Temple B’nai Torah. Bring a partner, a friend or come alone. $7 donation. Refreshments served. For players interested in a friendly laid-back game, send name, phone and email address to Temple B’nai Torah, 2900 Jerusalem Ave., Wantagh, NY 11793, or drop in the Brotherhood box in the temple office. For additional information, call 221-2370.
Performance Poets Association
On the third Tuesday of the month at 8 p.m. at The Cup Café, Railroad Ave., Wantagh. Hosted by Cliff Bleidner and Irene Wright. $2 plus one purchase. Call 794-9826.
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.
Soroptimist International of NC
May is a very special month for Soroptimist International of Nassau County (SINC)! SINC is celebrating Young Women and Philanthropy. It’s the month when SINC presents the Violet Richardson Award, honoring a young woman for volunteer action. This year’s recipient is East Meadow resident Jordan Davidson, a W. Tresper Clarke High School student, Girl Scout Gold Reward recipient and Mary Brennan Inn volunteer. Jordan’s Gold Award project, “Knitting from the Heart,” resulted in an array of beautifully hand created scarves and hats – over 100 of them – which she donated to the guests of the Mary Brennan Inn. The dinner meeting will be held at The Orchid Restaurant, 730 Franklin Ave., Garden City. Members $30; nonmembers $35. To RSVP calleEmail Fran Monahan 631-266-2635 or msmono@optonline.net.
Wednesday, May 20
Alzheimer’s Support Group
For Caregivers will be held at The Bristal Assisted Living, 40 Merrick Ave., East Meadow, every Wednesday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Caregivers are welcome to bring their loved ones who will participate in a Reflections Program while the support group is meeting. Call Kate Schneider 542-0800, ext. 1025 to register or for more information.
Duplicate Bridge Game
Every Wednesday at 12:15 p.m. at the Farmingdale Wantagh Jewish Center, 3710 Woodbine Ave., Wantagh. Sessions are $8 and are run by Ellen Davidoff, an accredited director and teacher. Open to the public. Enjoy yourself while earning master points. Call 785-2445.
Jewish Retirement Club
The Mid Nassau Jewish Retirement Club meets every Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Temple Emanuel, 123 Merrick Ave., East Meadow. Refreshments and entertainment at all meetings. Come and make new friends. Call Dorothy 481-9508.
Young Widows/Widowers Social Group
A nonsectarian, nonprofit organization of widows and widowers ages 40 to 69 years of age. Fee for members is $3, nonmembers $5. Meets at 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at St. Joseph’s Church, 55h St. and Franklin Ave., Garden City, on the third Wednesday of each month. For additional information call Sandy 996-6574.
Thursday, May 21
Women’s HIV/AIDS Counseling Services
Offering free: support service, individual counseling, couples/family counseling, services for children. If you are a woman with HIV or AIDS and you need a place to talk or just to listen, we’re here to help. The Support group meets every Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the “B” Building, Room 347 (inside the Child Development Center), Nassau University Medical Center, 2201 Hempstead Tpke., East Meadow. Individual counseling is also available by appointment. Call Dr. Suzanne Lachmann or Dr. Laura Cini at NCMC 572-5932.
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.
Republican Club
The Levittown South-North Wantagh Republican Club meets on the third Thursday of each month at 8 p.m. at the American Legion Hall, 3123 N. Jerusalem Rd., Levittown. Food is always served. There is no charge to attend and new members are always welcome. Every meeting has an informative speaker or presentation. Call 731-7600 or 1esr@optonline.net.
Mid-Island Chapter of AAUW
Meeting at 1:30 p.m. in the East Meadow Library, Front St. and East Meadow Ave., East Meadow. “Rosie the Riveter” will recount the tales of the women who pitched in as substitutes for the men who went off to WWII. Learn how her experiences, and the experiences of women who followed her, transformed the world of work for women forever. The public is invited.
Friday, May 22
Gam-Anon Meeting
An anonymous program for spouses, adult children over 18, family and friends who may be affected by a gambling problem. 24-hour hotline 321-2883. Fridays at 8:30 p.m. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Hempstead Tpke., Levittown.
Ballroom Dancing
The Massapequa Ballroom Dance Society hosts a full-course hot buffet Dance Luncheon, open to the public, on Fridays from noon to 3:30 p.m. at Manor East Catering Hall, 201 Jerusalem Ave., Massapequa. Dance to all your favorite music with a professional DJ. Singles area and couples. $15 donation. Call 718-332-7825 or email Dancezee@aol.com.
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. Meetings are every second and fourth Friday. Call 731-2488.
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.
Sunday, May 24
EM-Lev JWV Post #709
The East Meadow-Levittown JWV Post #709 meets every month except July and August. 8:15 p.m. on the second Monday at the East Meadow Jewish Center, Prospect Ave. and 10 a.m. on the fourth Sunday at Levittown Hall, Levittown Pky. New members always welcome. For questions call 794-8226.
Upcoming Events
At Good Shepherd Lutheran Church
Located at 3434 Hempstead Tpke. The following events are offered:
•The church will be holding its Annual Community Yard Sale on May 30. Spots are 10’x10’. Huge, highly visible location to sell your treasures. For more information or an application contact Robin at 491-2192.
•Vendors selling children-related products only are needed for this Kidsfest ’09 being held on Saturday, June 20 from 10 a.m. to p.m. Call 491- 2192.\
Reach for the Stars Teen Talent Search
The competition will be for solo vocal talent only. One hundred and twenty contestants will be chosen on a first-come, first-served basis from applications received. Applications must be postmarked by June 24. Auditions will be held on July 15, by appointment only. There will be no open call. All contestants must be at least 13 but no older than 19 years of age on the day of the finals, Aug. 8. All applications must be accompanied by copies of proofs of age and Nassau County residency as well as photo ID. Originals of all proofs must be presented at audition. A $25 application fee will apply. Applications may be obtained at any Nassau County Park or museum, and all Nassau County libraries. Applications have also been distributed throughout the community. Auditions and finals will be held at the Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, Eisenhower Park, East Meadow. Call 572-0396 or visiting the website at www.nassaucountyny.gov/parks.
