The ABCs of Adoption:
Monday, November 30
Walking Tour of Historic Tours:
Thursday, December 3
Holiday Music Concert:
Sunday, December 13
Saturday, November 28
Irish American Society
Thanksgiving Dance in aid of St. Patrick’s Fathers Missions at the Irish American Center, 297 Willis Ave., Mineola. 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Donation $20. Music by the Mickey Perry Band. Bar open for your pleasure. Call 746-9392 or 742-8080. St. Patrick’s Fathers 201-943-6575.
Monday, November 30
The ABC’s of Adoption
A free information meeting focusing on Adoption from Latvia and Russia presented by Lutheran Social Services of New York. 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Lutheran Church of the Resurrection, 420 Stewart Ave. Lutheran Social Services of NY, a nonprofit faith-based agency, is Hague Accredited by the Department of State and one of five American agencies authorized by the government of Latvia to provide adoption services. For more information and to reserve a space, call 212-870-1199 or smyers@lssny.org. Also on Dec. 1 at St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, 20 Candlewood Path, Dix Hills. There is no charge and the meeting is open to the public.
Tuesday, December 1
Nassau North Shore Christian Women’s Club
Invites all women to its “Colonial Christmas” Luncheon at 11:30 a.m. at the George Washington Manor Restaurant, Old Northern Blvd., Roslyn. The cost of the luncheon is $21. If you pay by check, it should be made out to cash. The special feature will be “Ye Old Curiosity Shoppe,” Christmas Colonial Crafts by Nancy Kraft. “Merry Melodies” will be presented by international soloist Blythe Merrifield. She will also present “Joyful News.” pointing the way to a joyful Christmas Season. For reservations or information call Jane Voss at 742-0861 or Alice Russo 248-9726 by Nov. 20. Cancellations are essential.
Voice of the Faithful
Northwest Nassau Parish Voice Affililate was formed by faith-filled Catholics in the wake of the sex abuse crisis in the Catholic Church to support victims of abuse, priests of integrity and to call for the restructuring of the church. Meeting from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at the Community Church of E. Williston, E. Williston Ave. and High St., E. Williston. Parking and entrance behind church, off Ward St. All are welcome. Call Carol Bongiorno 742-0704. Speaker: Tim Echausse, LI coordinator of SNAP (Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests) will discuss the Child Victims’ Act Legislation and the role of the Bishops who are trying to defeat this bill. Other issues will also be discussed.
Tuesday, December 2
The Infancy Narratives: A Discussion and Comparison
How many Infancy Narratives are there? In which books of the Bible are they found? Three Magi are usually shown bringing gifts to Jesus Christ in a stable. How many Magi were there? Do we know their names? Where did they find him? Msgr. Charles A. Guarino will discuss questions such as those listed above, compare the Infancy Narratives and comment on our culture’s treatment of them. 7:30 p.m. at St. Joseph’s Church, 37 Chestnut St., in the Saint Agnes Room. Admission is free; all are welcome to attend. Light refreshments will be served. For more information please contact Sr. Kathleen Corr, OP at the church office (747-3535) or Elizabeth Bailey at 248-8447.
Chiari 1 Malformation, Syringomyelia Informational Meeting
An informational support group meeting, focusing on day-to-day coping techniques. Have your questions answered, meet new friends, learn more about your condition and provide support for a loved one or a friend. The American Syringomyelia and Chiari Alliance Project is a 501 (C)(3) and has been helping those newly diagnosed, and providing funding grants for research since 1989. ASAP provides education and awareness through networking and support groups, and an information website. ASAP (American Syringomyelia & Chiari Alliance, Project, Inc., 60 Hathaway Dr., Garden City. RSVP to Kerry at nyasapsg@yahoo.com.
Thursday, December 3
Walking Tour of Historic Homes
Given by The Garden City Historical Society at 7 p.m. Tour of historic homes within a short walking distance of the GC Historical Society Museum. Reception afterward at museum. Tickets $30 for GC Historical Society members; $35 nonmembers. To purchase tickets: Call The A. T. Stewart Exchange at the Historical Society (746-8900) or mail check to: Jill Mayer, 87 Magnolia Avenue, Garden City, NY 11530. Call 603-2393 or 747-1774. Checks should be made out to the Garden City Historical Society. The public, 12 years and older, is invited for the tour. Meet at the museum, 109 Eleventh St. Park in nearby public lots near Lord & Taylor and Talbots. Bring a flashlight.
Friday, December 4
Life’s WORC 38th Anniversary Holiday Gala
Held at the Garden City Hotel. Reception 6:30 p.m. Dinner 7:30 p.m. One seat $275; one table $2,650. Call Matthew Zebatto 741-9000, ext. 241. E-mail Mzebatto@aol.com.
Joe Crookston Serenades the Garden Stage
One of New York’s finest singers and songwriters will showcase a remarkable range of musical talent and storytelling at Garden Stage at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Garden City at 8:30 p.m. Joe Cookson presents Stomping Loud in Minor Keys and Story Songs and Jamborees. The performance will be preceded by an open mic from 7:30 8:30 with sign-up at 7. Homemade refreshments are available during intermission. The Coffee House is run by an all-volunteer, non-profit committee of the UUCCN. Tickets $15 in advance; $17 at the door. For tickets and Information email calendar@uuccn.org or call 2.48-8855.
Saturday, December 5
Holiday Bazaar
St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, 252 Rushmore Ave., Carle Place, will be holding its annual Holiday Bazaar from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday, December 6
Holiday Fair/Kidz Boutique
Temple Tikvah, 3315 Hillside Ave. (one block west of Herricks Rd.), New Hyde Park will hold its annual Holiday Fair from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. A new Kidz Boutique will have a variety of reasonably priced items for children and adults to purchase. Highlights include youth and handcrafted jewelry, holiday candy, toys, books and gift items for all occasions. Call 746-1120. Also on Dec. 13. The Nursery of Temple Tikvah will host its first gently recycled toy, book and game sale Dec. 6 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Breakfast with Santa
Continental breakfast featuring a DJ, holiday singing and dancing, face painting, live entertainment, gifts for each child and a visit from Santa himself. 9:30 to 11 a.m. at the L.I. Marriott Hotel and Conference Center, Uniondale. All proceeds benefit the United Cerebral Palsy Association of Nassau County. Advance reservations required. Ticket price is $25 per person. Call 378-2000, ext. 651.
The Imperial Presidency of Alvaro Uribe
Award-winning journalist Mario A. Murillo, an associate professor at Hofstra University and former host of Wake Up Call on WBAI Pacifica Radio in NYC, will talk on “The Imperial Presidency of Alvaro Uribe: Human Rights in Colombia,” offering an overview of the state of human rights in Colombia in the midst of the ongoing internal conflict. The free meeting, sponsored by Amnesty International Group 74, will be held at 11 a.m. at the Ethical Humanist Society of LI, 38 Old Country Rd.
Holiday Dining Ideas
Drop by Hicks Nurseries, 100 Jericho Tpke., Westbury, from 1 to 4 p.m. and pick up creative holiday dining ideas as Renee Levine of Robert Rothschild Farm offers tastes of their products. She will informally offer holiday entertaining ideas with flavors that can be used to create simple and sophisticated dishes to add to your party table from hors d’oeuvres to leftovers. The nursery is handicapped accessible throughout.
Advent Breakfast
The pubic is invited to an Advent Breakfast to be held at 9:15 a.m. at the Garden City Community Church, Stewart Ave. and Whitehall Blvd. One does not have to be a member to attend. The breakfast will consist of a lovely meal and Christmas crafts for all young children.
Thursday, December 10
Free Community Wellness Lecture
Shashi Shah, MD, will host a lecture, “Common Urology Problems in Men and Women” at 7 pm. in Franklin Hospital’s Shankman Auditorium, 900 Franklin Ave., Valley Stream. Refreshments will be offered at 6:30 p.m. to register call 465-2500.
Friday, December 11
Benefit for Autism Speaks
A cocktail reception and fundraiser with artist Patrick Antonelle – 2009 Annual Winter/Snow Print release and signing will be held from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Sunflower Fine Art Gallery, 172 Seventh St. $25 per person advance; $30 at the door (checks made to: Autism Speaks) includes complimentary fine Italian wines and hot hors d’ oeuvres reception with renowned artist Patrick Antonelle, one raffle ticket to win a framed “Winter Walk to The Plaza” signed print by Patrick Antonelle, valued at $350. Patrick Antonelle will personalize collector’s prints purchased that evening; making for a thoughtful holiday gift idea from one of America’s finest impressionist artists. Call 747-7406.
Saturday, December 12
Blood Drive
The Floral Park Knights of Columbus hosts an annual Christmas Blood Drive and this year the Blood Drive will be held in loving memory of Emma, Alyson, and Kate Hance. The Hance Family Foundation Blood Drive will take place at Our Lady of Victory School in Floral Park, from 9 a.m. until 8 p.m. Please help preserve the memory of these wonderful children and help to save countless other lives by donating blood on this day. Healthy individuals ages 16 (with parental permission) and older are encouraged to donate. All blood donors must provide a Social Security number and photo identification.
Sunday, December 13
Chanukah Party
Congregation Beth Israel, 141 Hilton Ave., Hempstead, will be having its annual Chanukah Party at 2 p.m. The festivities will be sponsored by the Nass Family. There will be menorah lighting with Rabbi Michael Eisenstein, entertainment by Gary, auction by Alan Mantis and the usual latkes and assorted refreshments. Admission $5. pp. Call 489-1818.
Holiday Music Concert
The Waldorf Choral Society, with soprano Elizabeth Farnum and an orchestra, will present a concert of holiday music at 3 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Incarnation, 50 Cathedral Ave. The concert will feature works by Bach (Christmas Cantata No. 142), Vivaldi (Beatus Vir), and Michael Haydn as well as other holiday selections. Tickets, priced at $20 adults, $18 for students with ID and seniors and $5 for children under 12, may be purchased at the door or by calling 747-4457.
Upcoming Events
Defensive Driving Courses
Conducted by AAA New York in the Garden City office located at 229 Seventh St. The six-hour course allows participants to get the latest driving information from AAA-certified instructors, a 10 percent discount on collision and liability insurance and a reduction of up to four points from driver’s license. One hour lunch break on all-day sessions. The cost is $35 for AAA members; $49 nonmembers ; 25 senior discount days members 55+*; $25 young driver discount days members 16 to 24**). Class size limited. Reservations required. Call 873-2381. The following dates are offered:
•Nov. 28 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
•Dec. 11* from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
•Dec. 13 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
•Dec. 15 and 16** from 6:15 to 9:15 p.m.
•Dec. 19 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
•Dec. 29* from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
New Year’s Eve Party
At the Irish American Center, 297 Willis Ave., Mineola. Dec. 31at 8:30 p.m. Donation $80 per person. Roast beef, ham and chicken dinner, dessert table. Catered by Chef Brendan Kerins and staff. Open bar 8:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Music by Billy Keenan and the Prime Time Showband. Admission by ticket only. No refunds after Dec. 10. Send name, address, telephone number and amount to the Irish American Center. Call 746-9392 or 742-8080.
Vendors Wanted
For the “Think Pink Expo.” All table fees will be donated to the South Nassau Communities Hospital Cancer Program. Email: dawnv321@optonline.net.
