Fundraiser for Kids with Cancer – Thursday, December 3
Breakfast with Santa – Sunday, December 6
Tree Lighting – Monday, December 7
Saturday, November 28
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.
Holy Family Concerts Series
Presents An Evening of Songs and Arias presented by three of Long Island’s very own Stars of Tomorrow, Andrea Arias-Martin, soprano, Joseph Demarest, tenor, and Nicole Piccolomini, mezzo-soprano. Accompanied by Pianist Ronald F. Land. 7:30 p.m. at Holy Family Church Fordham Ave., corner of Newbridge Rd., Hicksville. Tickets are $15 adult; $10 student/senior.
Sunday, November 29
Bingo For Kids
Spend an afternoon having fun with your family at a special bingo designed just for kids. At Temple Beth-El. 1373 Bellmore Rd., N. Bellmore you can play bingo for prizes such as toys and books. Admission is $5 per player. An adult must accompany the children. Adult play is optional. Bring a marker or purchase one at the event. The snack bar will be open and serving a variety of reasonably priced items such as pizza, soda and ice cream. No food can be brought with you into the temple because strict kosher food laws are observed. Doors will open at 11:30 a.m. with play beginning at noon. Group packages can be arranged with two weeks advanced notice and a 25 percent deposit. (Minimum of 8 children). At least one adult for every four children must be present. The adults do not have to play. Price is $8 per child. Includes bingo games paper for two hours of play, slice of pizza (from Hunki’s Kosher Pizza in West Hempstead), and a can of soda or water. Call 781-2650.
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. To be a vendor call 785-0222.
Tuesday, December 1
Central NassauChapter #1592 AARP
Meets at 1 p.m. on the first Tuesday (except July and August) of the month at Levittown Town Hall, 201 Levittown Pky. and Beech Ln., Hicksville. Anyone over the age of 50 and a national AARP member is invited to attend. For information call 794-9158. Program: The Winter Wind Ensemble of Levittown’s MacArthur High School, directed by Joe Romano, will entertain.
Defensive Driving
Sponsored by the Community Center of Plainview-Old Bethpage and the N.Y.S.P. State approved for insurance and point reduction. Dec. 1 and 8 from 6:30 to 9:30 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.
Wednesday, December 2
Shopper’s Night
The Annual Shopper’s Night, sponsored by the Temple Emanu-El Sisterhood, will be held from 6:30 to 10 p.m. at Temple Emanu-el, 123 Merrick Ave., East Meadow (two blocks south off Hempstead Tpke., off the M5 exit on Meadowbrook Pky.). Vendors are needed. Fees are $35 for a single table; $30 for each additional table. No admission fee. Call 794-8911.
Thursday, December 3
Brain Tumor Support Group
The Guardian Brain Foundation Support Group for survivors and their family members will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. at the North Bellmore Library, 1551 Newbridge Rd., N. Bellmore. Facilitator Donna Vignola, MSW, LCSW. Call 631-271-3292. Go to www.guardianbrain.org.
Fundraiser for Kids With Cancer Center
MacArthur High School Social Studies teacher Mary Anne Sanchez is coordinating a fundraiser with her students to help raise money for Winthrop Hospital’s Kids with Cancer Center. 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at United Skates of America, 1276 Hicksville Rd., Seaford.
Friday, December 4
Wreath Sale
Engine Company #5 of the Levittown Fire Department will be holding its 20th Anniversary Holiday Wreath Sale, selling beautifully decorated 12-inch double-sided fresh wreaths for $13. They will be available in front of the Levittown Fire Department Headquarters on Gardiners Ave. or in front of Levittown Station #3 on Wantagh Ave. at the following dates and times: Dec. 4 from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Dec. 5 from 9 a.m. to noon; Dec. 6 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Dec. 10 from 5 to 8 p.m.; Dec. 11 from 5 to 9 p.m.; Dec. 12 and 13 from 9 a.m. to noon.
Holiday Craft Fair
At Maria Regina Church, 3945 Jerusalem Ave., Seaford, from 6 to 10 p.m. Call 798-2415. Also on Dec. 5 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Saturday, December 5
Holiday Fair
At the Wantagh Memorial Congregational Church, 1845 Wantagh Ave., Wantagh, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information contact the church at 785-1829.
Sunday, December 6
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.
Monday, December 7
Tree Lighting/Entertainment
Bringing together community to kick off the holiday season, the Levittown Chamber of Commerce will be holding a Holiday Tree Lighting at Veterans Memorial Park, Hempstead Tpke. and Shelter Ln. There will be entertainment by school and local community groups. Admission is free. Donations of unwrapped toys will benefit U. S. Marine Corps. Toys for Tots Program.
Wednesday, December 9
Island Trees Board of Ed
Work Session at 7 p.m. in the Board Room (Superintendent’s Office) of the Geneva N. Gallow School, 74 Farmedge Rd., Levittown. Call 520-2100.
Thursday, December 10
Psychic Night
The Long Island League to Abolish Cancer is hosting a Psychic Night at 6 or 7 p.m. at Domenico’s Restaurant, 3270A Hempstead Tpke., Levittown. Come for dinner and a night of fun and a psychic reading. Call Jane 692-2809 for more information and a reservation. Go to www.lileaugetoabolishcancer.org.
Friday, December 11
The Melody Makers of LI
A chapter of L.I.F.E. (Lowrey is Fun and Easy) will have its monthly meeting at Maestro Music and Wellness Center, 160 Center Ln., at 5 p.m. After the business meeting, there will be music played by the members as well as refreshments. The group is in the process of planning its free concert to senior citizen members of the surrounding communities. Interested senior citizens will be able to see the dynamics of the Lowrey Wellness Program. There is no admission; all are welcome. For further information on the Lowrey Wellness Program contact: Anthony Cozzolino 917-327-8071 or e-mail@acozz333@mac.com.
Saturday, December 12
Bel Canto Chorale
Celebrates the holiday season with its performance of “Joyous Winter Sounds” featuring Vivaldi’s Gloria and Buxtehude’s Magnificat, along with seasonal favorites. 8 p.m. at the Church of St. Jude, 3606 Lufberry Ave., Wantagh. $15; $12 seniors and students. Call 541-0726. E-mail: belcantochorale1@aol.com.
Upcoming Events
At Good Shepherd Lutheran Church
Located at 3434 Hempstead Tpke. The following events are offered:
•The Pioneer Club is up and running every Wednesday at 6:15. The Pioneer Club is on the order of the Boy Scouts/Girl Scouts. It’s open to different age groups. For more information and/or an application contact 516-731-7387.
•Vendors needed for the Annual Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair being held on Dec. 5 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Contact Annamarie 491-2192 for information or application.
Senior Seasonal Flu Vaccination Program
Held by Nassau University Medical Center, 2201 Hempstead Tpke., East Meadow, between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Dec. 15 in the NUMC auditorium. The NuHealth System seasonal influenza vaccination program is provided at no out-of-pocket expense for seniors 60 and older, who are urged to bring their Medicare card if they have one. Note that this program is for seasonal influenza only. H1N1 influenza (formerly known as Swine Flu) vaccine will not be offered at this program. Additional details on H1N1 will be provided in the coming weeks. Call 393-7453 for more information on the NuHealth System seasonal flu vaccination program.
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.
Ongoing Event
Chanukah Toy Drive
The Sisterhood of Temple Beth-El, 1373 Bellmore Rd., North Bellmore, is collecting new unwrapped toys, stuffed animals and books for children in need. The Chanukah toy drive runs through Dec. 8. Donations can be dropped off in the “Toy Box” in the temple’s rear lobby Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. or Sunday morning between 9 a.m. and 11 a.m.
Ongoing
Weekly Events
•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.
•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 International. Join the “All In” chapter of BNI 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.
