Defensive Driving Course
Tuesday, September 8
Film
Wednesday, September 9
Concert
Saturday, September 12
Saturday, September 5
American Music/Vintage Base Ball
Old Bethpage Village Restoration, Round Swamp Rd., Old Bethpage, will offer up 19th-century entertainment over the Labor Day weekend with period musical performances and dance as well as a series of “base ball” games. The “Olde Time Music Weekend” festival will take place on Sept. 5 and 6 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The musical events will be held at varying locations around the historic village, with fiddle music at the District No. 6 school and traditional music and dance (including reels and quadrilles) at the Noon Inn PicNic Grove. The OBVR Military Brass Sextet will perform each day at 2 and 3:15 p.m., while craftspeople demonstrate the art of decoy carving at the Conklin House, home of the local “bayman.” Traditional base ball matches will feature teams from the village’s 1884 league on Sept. 6, with players wearing the uniforms and equipment of the time. Call 572-8400.
Golden Donor Blood Drive
Donors who have passed their 75th birthday can present a dated letter from a physician indicating it is safe to donate. This letter is valid for 12 months. For questions regarding travel and medical restrictions call 1-800-688-0900. The blood drive will be held at the Crest Hollow Country Club, 8325 Jericho Tpke., Woodbury, from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Monday, September 7
POB Library
Labor Day. The Plainview-Old Bethpage Library will be closed.
Tuesday, September 8
POB Library Trip
Two buses depart for Atlantic City at 9:30 a.m.
Defensive Driving Course
Part I at 7 p.m. Also on Sept. 10 at 7 p.m. Must attend both sessions.
Wednesday, September 9
Central Oyster Bay Democratic Club
At its meeting of the club is sponsoring a Volunteer Recognition Night. This will give recognition to new volunteers and to those who have volunteered in previous campaigns. The meeting will be held at the Nutty Irishman, 3223 Main St., Farmingdale at 7:30 p.m. Refreshments will be served.
POB Library Trip
Bus departs for trip to Yankee Stadium at 8:45 a.m.
Film
Valkyrie, 120 minutes, PG-13, will be shown at 3 and 7:30 p.m. at the Plainview-Old Bethpage Library, 999 Old Country Rd. (opposite the Morton Village Plaza). Call 938-0077.
Free Introduction to Resolving Stress through Network Care
Learn all about this extraordinarily gentle method that literally resolves all the stress, tension, distortions, and traumas from your body and mind. Learn how this care helps resolve a variety of acute and chronic stress conditions and live with much more peace, passion, authenticity and great health. Lecture and demonstration given by Dr. Michael Berlin. $100 towards care to all who attend. Dr. Michael Berlin. $100 towards care to all who attend. 8 p.m. at The Family Wellness Center 641-B Old Country Rd. Call 822-8499 to register. Also on Sept. 23.
Thursday, September 10
Health Chat
“The ABC’s of Holistic Therapies” presented by Irene Fulmer, RN, coordinator of The Complimentary Medicine Program at Syosset and Plainview sites of North Shore-LIJ Health System. 1 to 2 p.m. at the Plainview-Old Bethpage Public Library, 999 Old Country Rd., Plainview, in the downstairs meeting room. Sponsored by Plainview-Old Bethpage Neighborhood NORCS. Call the Mid-Island Y JCC 822-3535, ext. 381.
Free Investment Seminar
How to increase your income with safe high yielding stocks, tax free bonds and stock options. 7 p.m. in the Plainview-Old Bethpage Library auditorium, 999 Old Country Rd. Call 483-6765 for questions.
P.E.E.R Counseling Emotional Release Work
P.E.E.R. (Primary Emotional Energy Recovery) is a powerful process that helps people connect and release the emotions that are trapped within the body in order to free ones self from issues that have blocked you from creating the life that you want. Join Nanci Deutsch, licensed clinical social worker, trained in P.E.E.R. to learn how to uncover and clear blocked emotions to improve relationships, increase confidence and self esteem and find more peace within. $40. 8 p.m. at The Family Wellness Center 641-B Old Country Rd. Call 822-8499 to register.
Saturday, September 12
Defensive Driving
Sponsored by the Community Center of Plainview-Old Bethpage and the N.Y.S.P. State approved for insurance and point reduction. 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.
Concert
The American Concert Band presents “Little Brass Band,” performing a variety of musical styles including Dixieland, jazz, popular and big band. Led by Dr. Kirby Jolly at 8 p.m. at the Plainview-Old Bethpage Library, 999 Old Country Rd. (opposite the Morton Village Plaza). Call 938-0077. In the event of a large turnout, POB residents with proper identification will be seated first; others space permitting.
Sunday, September 13
Sunday Afternoon Jewish Book Review
Presented by the library in conjunction with the LI Center for Jewish Studies. The theme is Visions and Voices of Jewish Destiny. Presented by Dr. Nitza Druyan. Free and open to the public. Today’s program: Messianic Vistas. 3 p.m. at the Plainview-Old Bethpage Library, 999 Old Country Rd. (opposite the Morton Village Plaza). Call 938-0077.
Free Stress/Health Screening
Is stress hurting your body or mind? Come check how stress is affecting your spinal and overall health with Dr. Michael Berlin, licensed Chiropractor, leading Network Spinal Analysis practitioner, trained Life Coach and Facilitator. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Whole Foods-Jericho, 429 N. Broadway, Jericho. Sponsored by The Family Wellness Center.
Monday, September 14
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!
Wednesday, September 16
Life Coaching Class
Learn the perspectives and skills necessary to create a life of more ease, authenticity, and personal power. Class consists of a group discussion and any needed personal facilitation in a safe and confidential environment. $20 per class (first class free). 8 to 9:30 p.m. at The Family Wellness Center 641-B Old Country Rd. Call 822-8499 to register.
Conversations with Kelly
“Falls Prevention” at 1:30 p.m. at the Community Center at Good Shepherd, 115 Central Park Rd. Call the Mid-Island Y JCC 822-3535, ext. 381.
Thursday, September 17
Senior Book Club
Book Discussion: The Poisonwood Bible by Barbara Kingsolver at the POB Public Library, 999 Old Country Rd. Call the Mid-Island Y JCC 822-3535, 382.
Saturday, September 19
Last Game Before the Championship Bout
The Mid-Island Rolling Thundercats take on the East End Ladies of Laceration 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.
Upcoming Events
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.
Golf/Tennis Tournament
The 18th Annual Golf and Tennis Tournament, hosted by the National Foundation for Human Potential, has been rescheduled for Sept. 24 at The Creek, Locust Valley, honoring Barbara Lehrer, The Beacon Group. For more information call 870-1661.
Vendors Needed
St. Margaret’s Church, 1000, Washington Ave., hosts its popular 12th Annual Country Flea Market on Oct. 3 (rain date Oct. 4) from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Vendors wanted: $45 single space; $70 double space. No admission fee. Call Lois Bisca 921-6867.
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.
