Holy Grounds:
Saturday, August 15
Mercy League:
Tuesday, August 11
Adoption Day:
Sunday, August 16
Saturday, August 8
Garage Sale
To benefit Avon Walk for Breast Cancer. Hicksville neighbors Sharon Holzapple and Bonnie Keyer will be participating in the two-day, 39-mile Avon Walk for Brest Cancer and will be holding a garage sale to raise funds. The garage sale will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 75 Combes Ave. All proceeds from the garage sale will go to the 2009 Avon Walk for Breast Cancer.
The Taming of the Shrew
Presented by A Small Company In America. Directed by Scott E. Jarvis of Port Washington with a great cast of new and veteran ASCIA members. The cast includes John F. Anderson (Sea Cliff), Susan L. Blake (Glen Cove), Courtney Connolly (Rockville Centre), Jesse Lee Combs (Lindenhurst) Arielle Harding (Mill Neck), Anthony Mattera (Holbrook), Ashley Mattera (Holbrook), Karl K. Melissen (Deer Park), Greg Moller (Levittown), Brian Rossi (Levittown), Michael Schlapp (West Hempstead), Paul Wallace (Franklin Square) and Stephen T. Wagner (Hicksville). This production will be presented at New York Institute of Technology’s Old Westbury Campus, in Salten Hall, Northern Blvd. Dates: Saturdays, Aug. 8, 15, 22, 29 at 8 p.m.; Sundays, Aug. 9, 16, 23 at 3 p.m.; Fridays, Aug. 14, 21, 28 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $20 for evenings; $18.00 for matinees; with a senior discount of $2 off each ticket; student and children’s tickets always $10. Call 686-7894.
Sunday, August 9
Yarn and Yard Sale
Proceeds will benefit the Meadowbrook Women’s Initiative Afghans for AIDS patients and children undergoing chemotherapy in hospitals project. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 1504 Dieman Ln., East Meadow. Wanted: Worsted weight yarn, full and partial skeins. The MWI will arrange pick-ups. All donations greatly appreciated. Call 486-5604.
Tuesday, August 11
Mercy League Trip
Renault Winery and overnight at Atlantic City’s Resorts Casino. The Glen Cove, Hicksville, Syosset Mercy League is going on Aug. 11 and 12 on this fun overnight. The trip includes a tour of the Renault Winery with luncheon, dancing and open bar at the winery. The on to Resorts Casino for the overnight stay. The cost is $125 D.D. with a $15 give back at Resorts. Payment in full is needed by July 1. For reservations call Jean 349-0444. All profit goes to Mercy Medical Center.
Saturday, August 15
Holy Grounds Coffee House
At the Hicksville United Methodist Church, Old Country Rd. and Division Ave. Featuring live Christian music performed by Spirit Lifters. 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. Nonperishable food items for the HUMC Food Pantry will be collected. For more info go to www.holy-grounds.com or call 931-2626.
All-Female Roller Derby Game
The action continues on Long Island as The Wicked Wheelers of the West take on the Mid-Island Rolling Thundercats at Skate Safe America, 182 Bethpage Sweet Hollow Rd., Old Bethpage (249-1717). Doors open at 7 p.m.; whistle blows at 8 p.m. Tickets $10 in advance; $15 at the door; children under 8 free. For purchasing info, contact Skate Safe America.
Fresh in the Park Concert Series
Sponsored by the Hicksville Chamber of Commerce at the Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre in Eisenhower Park. Attendees of this free concert will enjoy performances by today’s freshest artists with featured performances by American Idol favorites, Elliot Yamin and Michael Johns. The chamber and Fresh 102.7 invite the entire family to spread out on the lawn and let the sounds of Today’s Fresh Music come floating in on a breeze. Fresh in the Park will feature live music, interactive displays, free samples and much more. As a sponsor, the chamber will be distributing coupon/ad packs to attendees and is making this opportunity available to members only to participate. Read more about this opportunity at www.HicksvilleChamber.com.
Sunday, August 16
Hebrew School Open House
Come and see why your kids will love our innovative programs and Bar/Bat Mitzvah classes. Find out how a obne day-a-week, low cost Hebrew School can work. Prizes. Refreshments. 7 to 8 p.m. at 16 New South Rd., Hicksville. Questions or info? Call 888-4-JUDAISM or go to www.thejhc.org.
Kittens/Cats Adoption Day
Held by Last Hope Animal Rescue from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Petco, Jericho Tpke., Syosset. Kittens and cats. Tested, neutered/ spayed, vaccinated. Gifts with every adoption. Call 921-0722 (Petco) or 297-5556. Go to Lasthopeanimalrescue.org.
Thursday, August 20
Funny Business
Presented by the Hicksville Chamber. The monthly Business After Hours with a twist. Network and connect with leads first, and then stay and enjoy a great Comedy Show. Governors Comedy Club, 90 Division Ave., Levittown. Open networking: 6:30 – 7:45 p.m. Comedy Show: 8 to 9:30 p.m. Tickets: members $15; nonmembers $20. Employees/friends and family members are welcome to come to the show that follows at the member price.
Friday, August 21
Nassau Chapter, Knights of Columbus
Monthly meeting at St. Mary’s/Maris Stella Council, 78 Hempstead Ave., Lynbrook, at 8 p.m. Contact: Steve Connolly 312-5375 or St. Mary’s/Maris Stella Council 887-2228.
Saturday, August 22
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. Cost is $45. 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 Church130 W. Old Country Rd.
Upcoming Events
Concert
The United Cerebral Palsy Association of Nassau County Adult Day Services program will hold a Summer Benefit Concert at Levittown Hall, 201 Levittown Pky., Hicksville, on Aug. 28 from 7 to 10 p.m. The evening will include music, raffles, 50/50 and refreshments. Performers include Creation, Dwayne Hudson on trombone and vocal, Hart Attack and Killa Beatz. Tickets are $10 per person. For more information or to purchase tickets, contact Maura at 378-2000, ext. 429 or Cathy at 378-2000, ext. 420.
Senior Adult Club Trip
Join the St. Ignatius Senior Club for its Smoky Mountain Show trip Oct. 4 through Oct. 10. Transportation, six nights lodging, 10 meals (six breakfasts and four dinners). Guided tour of Smoky Mountains and evening shows and one morning show. Visit to Dollywood and gaming at Harrahs Casino. Price $650. Call Irene Rapp 935-6299 for information.
Vendors Wanted
For the St. Ignatius Boy Scout Troop 382 Holiday Craft Fair and Flea Market on Nov. 7 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at St. Ignatius Loyola, New School Cafeteria, 30 E Cherry St., Hicksville (LIE Exit 41S, 1 ½ miles south on Route 107). For vendor information, call Maria 342-1021 or e mail: Troop382craftfair@gmail.com.
Vendors Wanted
For the Our Lady Of Mercy Holiday Fair held at Our Lady of Mercy School, 520 S. Oyster Bay Rd., on Nov. 23 from 1 to 9 p.m. in the school auditorium. Interested vendors should call Pamela McCaffery 681-2504.
Class of 1959 50th Reunion
Member of the Freeport High School Class of 1959 have planned a gala weekend to celebrate their 50-year reunion from Sept. 11 to 13. Begins Friday night with a meeting at E.B. Elliot’s on the Nautical Mile to renew old acquaintances. Saturday will find the group at Jones Beach Field 6 or at Museum Row riding Nunley’s Carousel once more, in the bleachers at the Freeport vs. Oceanside football game or just riding around the village visiting old haunts. At 7 p.m. converge at the Freeport Yacht Club for dinner and enjoyment of music of the ‘50s. Before starting home on Sunday, groups will meet at local diners for farewells over brunch. For more information go to http://web.me.com/fhsclassof59reunion/Site/Welcome.html or contact Pat (Lowenthal) Cohen: larrypat13@yahoo.com or 766-5509. Paid reservations must be received by Sept. 1.
Ongoing Events
Weekly Events
•Bible Studies conducted by the Cornerstone Christian Church of LI 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). For more information call 342-1552 or go to our website www.cornerstonechristianchurchny.com.
•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.
•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.
•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.
Monthly Events
•William M. Gouse Jr. Post #3211 VFW meeting at 8 p.m. at 320 S. Broadway. For information call 931-7843. Meetings are held every second and fourth Monday of each month.
•Post #3211 VFW Ladies Auxiliary meets at 8 p.m. at 320 S. Broadway. Meetings are held every second Monday of the month.
•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.
•The LI Psoriasis Network Meetup Group will get together in the second floor In-Service Classroom of North Shore University at Plainview, 888 Old Country Rd., on the first Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m. All are welcome. No cost. More information is available at http://psoriasis.meetup.com/24/
•Order Sons of Italy in America invites those interested to join the Galileo Galilei Lodge #2253 in Hicksville. The meetings are held on the second Tuesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at Wm. Bennett Community Building, 28 N. Carl St. Join by calling Marie Matassa 931-2843 for an application.
•The Board of Fire Commissioners regular meetings are held on the second Tuesday of each month except in the month of December when the meeting is held on the first Tuesday. Meetings start at 6:30 p.m. in the board room of the E. Marie St. Firehouse. Meetings are also held on the third Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. at which time department matters and small details are discussed with the chiefs of the department.
•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.
•Bernard’s W/W Interfaith Organization. General meeting at 8 to 11 p.m. at the Elks Club, 2612 Veterans Blvd., Massapequa. All are invited. Meetings are held on the second Thursday of the month. For further information contact Chris 631-842-6734.
•Hicksville Historical Society. The trustees, members (and guests) of the HHS meet on the fourth Tuesday of March, May, September and November in the Kenneth Barnes Community Room in the Hicksville Library at 7:15 PM. Hickshistsoc@aol.com.
•Bernard’s W/W Interfaith Organization 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.
•LI Junior Chamber of Commerce regularly has the Meet and Greet on the first Thursday and the monthly meeting on the third Tuesday of each month, along with a variety of other events throughout the month, For more information on the LI Junior Chamber, visit WWW.LIJC.com. Contact: Martin Dekom, Chairman, 850-2717 – Mdekom@gmail.com; Julie Dekom, Membership Director -Julz_5@yahoo.com; Steven Eiselen, Community Development VP -SEiselen@msn.com.
•Perceptual Problems Affecting Reading/Learning. Free meetings about a little-known but common perceptual problem which affects the reading and learning capabilities of children and adults, as featured on 60 Minutes, are now being held at Perceptual Change Associates, 120 Bethpage Rd., Hicksville. Seating is limited for the twice monthly meetings being held on the first Friday and second Thursday of each month from 2 to 3 p.m. For reservations to learn more about this easily correctable perceptual problem call 822-4900.
•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.
•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.
•The River Flows Coffee House, an evening of fellowship consisting of conversation, board games, music that rocks as well as coffee provided by Starbucks and cake are offered. Presented by The River of Life Church on the second Saturday of each month. A free will offering of $7 per adult is allocated to a “Free Lunch Buffet” and other church ministries. 15 W. Marie St. 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Donations of nonperishable, prepackaged and canned, foods and personal hygiene products are needed to provide aid for the poor or homeless and can be dropped off Sundays from 1 to 3 p.m. or by appointment. Call Pastor James Cohen 937-9226.
•Jewish War Veterans, Gieir-Levitt Post #655 invite all Jewish war veterans to join them at the Mid-Island Y JCC, 45 Manetto Hill Rd., Plainview, at 9 a.m. on the second Sunday of every month. Call Larry Sklar 942-3327.
Safe Boating Courses
Safe Boating Courses, free vessel safety checks and more from America’s Boating Club, the United States Power Squadrons. With 18 squadrons around Long Island, there’s one near you. Visit WeBoatSafe.org or call 1-800-341-8777 for more information.
