Benefit for Autism Speaks:
Friday, December 11
Chanukah Party:
Sunday, December 13
Holiday Music Concert:
Sunday, December 13
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.
Breakfast with Santa
Enjoy breakfast, face painting and lots of holiday fun sponsored by the Community United Methodist Church, 1300 Jericho/Oyster Bay Rd., East Norwich, at 9 a.m. Tickets $5. Picture with Santa included. Children under one year free. Call 922-0133 or 922-3505.
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.
Irish Culture Meets Pop Culture
As part of the free series of cultural events and lectures sponsored by Molloy College’s Irish Studies Institute, Brian Cogan will examine how 100 years of Irish culture have influenced American popular culture. The fun begins at 3 p.m. in the Reception Room of Kellenberg Hall at Molloy College. Take a look at Thomas Nast’s Irish cartoons and their influence on early American cartoons, Irish stage plays and songs, Irish folk music and its influence on Dylan the American folk scene, Samuel Beckett’s influence on Seinfeld, Bono’s influence on what it means to be American today. Light refreshments served. RSVP to Catherine Muscente at cmuscente@molloy.edu.
Tuesday, December 15
Legal Consultation for Seniors
The Nassau County Bar Association provides free monthly legal consultation clinics for Nassau County residents 65 or older. Seniors have the opportunity to meet one-on-one with an attorney who volunteers to provide a half-hour private consultation on any topic of concern. The next clinic will be held from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at NCBA, 15th and West Sts., Mineola. This popular free program regularly fills up quickly. Registration is required by calling 747-4070 or emailing info@nassaubar.org.
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:
•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.
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.
New Year’s Eve Party
At the Irish American Center, 297 Willis Ave., Mineola. Dec. 31 at 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.
