Whitman/Kiwanis BBQ
Saturday, August 22
Wall of Hope Project
Sunday, August 23
Trip to New York Transit Museum
Saturday, August 29
Saturday, August 22
Whitman/Kiwanis BBQ
At the West Hills Day Camp, 21 Sweet Hollow Rd., West Hills, from noon to 7 p.m. The cost is $12 adults; $8 children ages 6 to12; children under 5 are free. It includes food, live music, cash bar, games, raffles and play areas for the kids. The BBQ is being held to raise funds for the neediest children in the Huntington area. Sponsored by Kiwanis and the Walt Whitman Birthplace Association.
Sunday, August 23
Wall of Hope Project
While playing handball after school in Hempstead, 15-year-old Michael Alguera and his friends were attacked, beaten and robbed. Mikey died playing on a court that had been abandoned because his school didn’t have the resources to repair or maintain it. His parents, neighbors, classmates, teachers, PTA members, District Attorney Kathleen M. Rice and representatives from local businesses and non-profits have joined together to find a way to offer the young people in the Village of Hempstead a safer place to play. They came to Paul Williams of the Inner City Handball Association for help and together they created the Wall of Hope Project to gather funds to build a safe court on school property in Mikey’s memory. Any monies that are raised above the actual cost of the court and memorial will be used for scholarships and tournament sponsorships. Anyone interested in helping may contact Paul Williams 718-703-7699, Rene Fiechter 571-1090 or Philip Mickulas Sr. 746-0350. A handball (9 a.m.), volleyball, softball, etc., BBQ (11:30 a.m.) and handball exhibition (1 p.m.) will be held today at Cedar Creek Park in the valley picnic area, Wantagh. All donations, including food, gladly accepted. RSVP (rain cancellation, general info): “Frankie D” Drost 718-263-1541, Charlie P. 242-2307, Fred Turbee 718-776-2158, Rosemary Bellini 917-439-0146, Manny Monroy 884-5123 or Neal Flaum 917-407-5373. No charge if you bring your own food and beverages. Food and beverage available: adults $25; teens $15; children under 12 $5.
Monday, August 24
Republic Airport Commission
The next scheduled Republic Airport Commission meeting, which is open to the public, is scheduled for at 7 p.m. in Conference Room 201 of the Main Terminal of Republic Airport, 7150 Republic Airport.
Saturday, August 29
Trip to New York Transit Museum
Farmingdale-Bethpage Historical Society is sponsoring a trip to the New York Transit Museum to see the exhibit entitled The Route of the Dashing Commuter: The Long Island Railroad at 175. The NY Transit Museum is housed in the old Court St. station in downtown Brooklyn. The special LIRR display includes historic and contemporary photographs, maps, illustrations and objects on loan and from the museum’s collection that tell the fascinating story of the railroad and how it contributed to the development of Long Island. Registration and travel information is available on the society’s website, www.fbhsli.org.
Tuesday, September 1
Temple B’nai Torah Open House
Temple B’Nai Torah, 2900 Jerusalem Ave., Wantagh, is hosting Open Houses on Sept. 1 and 8 from 7:30 to 9 p.m. and Sept. 13 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information, contact Temple B’nai Torah at 221-2370. The temple is a Reform Congregation, affiliated with the Union of Reform Judaism.
Wednesday, September 2
Community Emergency Response Team
The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Program educates people about disaster preparedness and trains them in basic disaster response and recovery skills, such as fire safety, light search and rescue, team organization, and disaster medical operations. The training will give you some peace of mind, help you, your family and your community. You can make a difference. Everyone can help and anyone can be a valuable team member. Becoming a CERT member is interesting, fun and free. Start with Basic Training and build your knowledge through ongoing training classes and hands-on exercises. The course is three hours per class for eight afternoons, once a week. Also on Sept. 9, 16, 23, 30, Oct. 7, 14, 21. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.; instruction starts promptly at 7 p.m. ending at 10 p.m. Instructors are available for questions to 10:30 p.m. Location: South Farmingdale Fire House, 819 Main St., S. Farmingdale. For more information or to sign up for Basic Training, call 573-0648 or visit http://www.nassaucountyny.gov/agencies/OEM/CC/CERT.
Upcoming Events
Art in the Park Event Seeks Local Artists
The Women’s Club of Farmingdale is sponsoring the Second Annual Art Show and Sale on Sept. 12 (rain date Sept. 13) on the Village Green in Farmingdale. Artists are invited to bring their paintings, drawings, photographs and sculptures to show. Ribbons will be awarded for first, second, third place and honorable mention placement. Reservations are available now. Entry fee is $50 (not refundable) for a 10-foot square area. Applications can be obtained at Village Hall, Main St., Farmingdale or online at www.Farmingdalevillage.com (click on the Community Events tab). For more information call Fran Rotondo 752-7493 or Dolores Cianciabella 631-694-5145.
Long Island Masterworks Auditions
The Long Island Masterworks will be auditioning experienced singers for its 20th Anniversary concert in November, featuring music by 20th and 21st century composers, including the world premiere of a new piece commissioned by the Masterworks. To schedule an audition, contact Jim McLean at 631-434-9034, or email at jmcle6@aol.com.
Defensive Driving
Sponsored by the Community Center of Plainview-Old Bethpage and the N.Y.S.P. State approved for insurance and point reduction. Sept. 12 from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Plainview Middle School, Central Park Rd. To register call 1-516-495-4786. There is a connection problem in some areas of Nassau County. You must dial 1-516 first even if that is your area code.
Last Hope Golf Outing
Held on Sept. 23 at Bergen Point Golf Course, 69 Bergen Ave., West Babylon. Tee off at 10 a.m. Entry fees: $175 per golfer; $600 per foursome; $40 per person – dinner only. Sponsorships available. All proceeds benefit Last Hope Animal Rescue & Rehabilitation of Syosset. For more info: www.lasthopeanimalrescue.org or call 935-0503 or 631-839-6643.
American Sign Language Classes
Interested in learning the third most popular language studied in the United States? This fall, Mill Neck Services will offer American Sign Language classes at its new Day Habilitation and Interpreter Services building, 501 S. Broadway, Suite A, Hicksville. Within New York State, many school districts now recognize ASL as a “foreign” language, providing credit towards a Regents diploma. Enroll today in the level 1 adult ASL classes, to be held on Mondays from 6:30 to 9 p.m. from Sept. 14 through Nov. 30. As with other languages, the deaf community, in response to cultural and technological change, is constantly introducing new vocabulary. Register today and become a part of this expanding community. The cost of the adult non-credit course is $185, plus a $140 materials fee. For more information, or to register for classes, call 922-3818, ext 306 or visit www.millneck.org and click Donate Now!
Freeport H.S. 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.
Vendors Wanted
The 17th Holistic Health Fair will be held on Oct. 18 at the Huntington Hilton Hotel, Route 110, Melville, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Typical vendors include nutrition, environmentally safe products, life coach, natural skin care, anti aging, safe water, chiropractic, Naturopathic medicine, reflexology, weight loss, feng shui, fitness, Yoga as well as interesting lectures throughout the day on various health related topics. Admission is $5 or non-perishable food donations to benefit LI Cares accepted in lieu of admission fee. For information or to participate as a vendor or sponsor, call Huntington chiropractor Dr. Linda Eisen 631-385-7321 or email: drleisen@verizon.net.
Volunteers Needed
The Mill Neck Family of Organizations is seeking volunteers to work at food sales, children’s activities, apple booths and more during the Fall Harvest Festival to be held on Oct. 10 and 11. The outdoor festival, known as “Apple Sale,” features a wide variety of apples and seasonable produce, craft items, a Cheese House, deaf specialty items and much more. Volunteer support from local civic and church groups, students, alumni, staff, parents and faithful supporters, have made this a special and memorable event. Volunteers can work from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., 12:30 to 5 p.m. or all day. Food tickets will be provided for all volunteers who work four or more hours. This year, the Mill Neck Family will host a “Kick-Off Breakfast for Volunteers” on Oct. 3 from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Deaf Education Center. Open to all 2009 volunteers ages 16 and over, the event will feature a delicious continental breakfast, an orientation and a long-time volunteer recognition ceremony. Have a fond Fall Harvest Memory? Yours may be highlighted at the breakfast. For more information about becoming a volunteer, to sign up for the breakfast or to share a fond festival memory, call Catherine Giordano 922-4100, ext. 231. Volunteers may also sign up at www.millneck.org.
