LI Choral Society:
Friday, December 18
The Nutcracker:
Friday, December 18
The Love List:
Friday, December 18
Friday, December 18
LI Choral Society
Continues its 81st season with a concert featuring a performance of the Advent and Christmas portions of George Frederick Handel’s great oratorio, Messiah. The concert will also include selections from Benjamin Britten’s popular work A Ceremony of Carols. Beginning the concert will be a solo performance by Karen Hansen-Gellert on the double bass. The featured soloists are soprano Michèle Eaton, mezzo-soprano Hai-Ting Chinn, tenor Douglas Perry and baritone David McFerrin. 8 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Incarnation, 500 Cathedral Ave., Garden City. Individual advance sale concert tickets as well as season ticket subscriptions are available through www.lics.org, or by calling 594-2926. Tickets are also available at the door on the day of the performance.
The Nutcracker
Presented by the New York Dance Theatre, under the direction of Frank Ohman. This production has added music, scenes and dances and is the only one in the tradition of New York City Ballet’s George Ballanchine. Joining the troupe will be guest artist Arch Higgins, Nicole Loizides and Eric Ragan. In all a cast of 80 children, semi-professional and professional dancers bring this family holiday classic to life on the stage at the John Cranford Adams Playhouse, Hofstra University, on Dec. 18 at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m.; Dec. 19, 20 at noon and 5 p.m. Tickets are $35; $28 seniors and children 12 and under. Special pricing for the Dec. 18 performance only is $18 per ticket regardless of ages. Tickets may be purchased online at www.ohmanballet.org or by calling 888-695-0888.
The Love List
The Theatre and Dance Department at Nassau Community College presents the Norm Foster comedy The Love List, which will be performed through Dec. 20 at the Mainstage Theatre. In this thought-provoking comedy, two middle-aged friends, Leon and Bill, concoct a list of attributes of the ideal woman—the top 10 qualities in a mate. When the lovely Justine surprisingly arrives on the scene, the men quickly learn that their list could use a few revisions. Performances will be at 8 p.m. each day except Sundays, when the performance will begin at 3 p.m. Tickets are $9; $7 seniors aged 55 and over. College students with valid Fall 2009 ID will be let in for free when purchasing tickets at the door. For more information, call 572-7676.
Sunday, December 20
Food and Toy Drive
The Stasi Brothers and Chi Dining Lounge invites you to the true meaning of the holiday season. Help make someone’s holiday a little nicer this year by bringing a non-perishable food item to benefit Island Harvest, or a new, unwrapped toy to Chi Dining Lounge, 102 Post Ave., Westbury, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.Call Diane Posillico 334-1229. Santa Claus will be handing out treats to all the good little girls and boys.
Thursday, December 31
New Year’s Eve Party
At the Irish American Center, 297 Willis Ave., Mineola, 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.
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. 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.
Ongoing
Incorporated Village of Garden City Meetings
Cultural and Recreational Affairs Board of Commissioners meets on the first Tuesday of each month (except July and August) at 7:30 p.m. at St. Paul’s Senior Center.
Architectural Design Review Board meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 8 p.m. at Village Hall.
Zoning Board of Appeals meets at 7:30 p.m. at Village Hall on the fourth Tuesday of each month.
Planning Commission meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at Village Hall.
Environmental Advisory Board meets at 8 p.m. at Village Hall on the last Wednesday (except July and August) of each month.
Traffic Commission meets on the third Thursday (except July and August) of each month at 8 p.m. at Village Hall.
Exhibits
• Adelphi University presents its 5th Outdoor Sculpture Biennial installed throughout the landscaped arboretum gardens and pathways of the Garden City Campus, 1 South Ave., through April 1. The exhibition features the diverse works of 14 sculptors and is free and open to the public. Call 877-4462.
• ”Smoked” hosted by The Firehouse Plaza Art Gallery at Nassau Community College, in the plaza level of the College Center Building, through Dec. 23. “Smoked”is an exhibit featuring ceramic artists Anti Liu, Hugh McElroy, Joseph Mitrani and Nancy Robbins. These ceramic artists explore methods of firing and glazing in their work.
• “People, Places and Things,” an exhibition of oil paintings and pastels by Valley Stream artist Noel Darvie will be featured at the Barnes Gallery, 2 Nassau Blvd., Garden City South, through Dec. 24. The exhibition will highlight a variety of landscapes, seascapes and still life paintings created locally and beyond. Darvie’s works can be viewed on his website at www.noeldarvie.com. He can be reached at 825-6920 or at nsdarvie@optonline.net. The Barnes Gallery is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call 538-4503.
• ’57 Panama Canal Collection. Adelphi University will showcase Global Passage: Selections from the Robert R. McMillan ’57 Panama Canal Collection, through Jan. 10 in the Ruth S. Harley University Center Gallery, 1 South Ave. The exhibit offers a historical perspective of Panama, the Panama Canal and the Panama Canal Commission. It includes documents, books and other items dating back to the initial attempts to build the canal. There are materials related to the strategic and economic importance of the canal in today’s global economy. The collection consists of correspondence created by Robert R. McMillan, former board member and chairman of the Panama Canal Commission, official letters written by other board members and important figures. There are essays, articles and chapters included in Mr. McMillan’s book Global Passage as well as a selection of manuscripts centering on the Panama Canal.
Weekly Events
•Waldorf Choral Society. Do you love to sing? Rehearsals are every Monday from 8 to 10 p.m. at the Waldorf School, Cambridge Ave. For audition information call 747-4457.
•Irish American Society Social Club meets every Monday at the Irish American Center, 297 Willis Ave., Mineola, from noon to 3 p.m. Play cards, Bingo, Scrabble, Checkers, Chess or just sit and socialize. Bring lunch. Coffee and tea will be served. All welcome. Ladies and gents. Free to IAS members; $3 all others. Call 746-9392 or 742-8080.
•Long Term Care Workshop, a free informative workshop conducted by Jim McTighe of McTighe & Capaccio, LLC, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Tuesdays at 1001 Franklin Ave., Suite 207. Workshops are limited to no more than 10 people. Bagels and coffee served. Reservations only; call Terry 739-1240, ext. 312.
•Free Prenatal Consultations offered by Village Pediatrics, 975 Franklin Ave., on Tuesdays at 5 p.m. Parents are invited to meet the physicians prior to the child’s birth. Call 248-8334 for an appointment.
•Storytime every Tuesday and Wednesday at 10 a.m. at Barnes and Noble, Country Glen Center, 91 Old Country Rd., Carle Place. Call 741-9850 for information.
•Storytime every Tuesday at 11 a.m. at Borders, 1260 Old Country Rd., Westbury. Call 683-8700. Stop by the Children’s Room for a cornucopia of stories and fun.
•Free Bereavement Group, a support group for individuals grieving the loss of a loved one meets at 7 p.m. on Wednesdays at the Ethical Humanist Society, 38 Old Country Rd. Call 741-7304.
•Children’s Storytime at 11 a.m. Fridays at Borders, 1260 Old Country Rd., Westbury. Call 683-8700.
•The Viking Cooking School at the Loaves & Fishes Cookshop, 835 Franklin Ave., presents free cooking demonstrations every Saturday from noon to 2 p.m. Topics vary from week to week. Samples served. Reservations required. Call 877-1010; website: www.vikinghomechef.com).
Monthly Events
•Write On! Writing Workshop hosted by Marvin Illman on the first and third Mondays of each month. Sharpen your skills on paper whether you want to write creatively, professionally or personally. 7:30 p.m. at Barnes and Noble, Country Glen Center, 91 Old Country Rd., Carle Place. Call 741-9850 for information.
•Sci-Fi Discussion Group meets on the first Tuesday of each month at 8 p.m. at Borders, 1260 Old Country Rd., Westbury. Call 683-8700.
•Calling All War Time Veterans (WWII, Korea, Vietnam, Iran, Iraq). VFW Garden City Park Post #120 invites you to become a member. Meet new service buddies, share experiences and become involved in your community. Meetings are held on the first Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at 2162 Jericho Tpke., Garden City Park. Call Cmdr. G. Popowitz 746-0662.
•Irish American Society meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 8 p.m. at 297 Willis Ave., Mineola. For more information, call 746-9392.
•Garden City Ski Club meets on the first and third Wednesdays, September through April (except holidays) at 7:30 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus, 1000 Marcus Ave., New Hyde Park. Social events, trips to our lodge in Vermont, and skiing in a variety of areas throughout the West and New England. Ages 21 and over please. For info and schedules visit www.gardencityskiclub.com or call 872-1448.
•Round Robin Poetry Group. Indulge in an evening of poetry readings hosted by Carol Zimet and her loyal group of poets. Anyone who would like to read his/her original work is invited to sit in and join the group. The warm and accepting atmosphere makes it easy to open up and join in. Meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at Barnes and Noble, Country Glen Center, 91 Old Country Rd., Carle Place. Call 741-9850 to confirm the event.
•Order Sons of Italy meetings are held on the third Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the VFW Hall, Lincoln Rd., Franklin Square. There are also entertaining programs and refreshments and food are served free at every meeting. Call Sal Palmeri 328-0333 for an application.
•Young Widows/Widowers Social Group, a nonsectarian, nonprofit organization of widows and widowers ages 40 to 69 years of age. Fee for members is $3, nonmembers $5. Meets at 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at St. Joseph’s Church, 5th St. and Franklin Ave., Garden City, on the third Wednesday of each month. For additional information call Sandy 996-6574.
•Epilepsy Support Group. Do you have an adult family member with seizures? Are you having difficulty caring for or helping your loved one? Caregiving can be tiresome and stressful. In caring for your family member, you may forget about caring for yourself. A Family Support Group meets on the third Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. If you are interested in attending, call Jennifer at the Epilepsy Foundation of LI in Garden City 739-7733, ext. 400.
•Performance Poets. Monthly live poetry readings. Rotating featured poets and an open mic/5 minutes each. 7:30 p.m. at Borders, 1260 Old Country Rd. Call 683-8700. Meets on the last Wednesday of each month.
•LI Junior Chamber of Commerce regularly has the Meet and Greet on the first Thursday and the monthly meeting on the third Tuesday of each month, along with a variety of other events throughout the month, For more information on the LI Junior Chamber, visit WWW.LIJC.com. Contact: Martin Dekom, Chairman, 850-2717 – Mdekom@gmail.com; Julie Dekom, Membership Director -Julz_5@yahoo.com; Steven Eiselen, Community Development VP -SEiselen@msn.com.
•Family Game Night. Come for an evening of fun with your family on the second and fourth Thursdays at 7 p.m. at Borders, 1260 Old Country Rd., Westbury. Call 683-8700.
•Physically Disabled Adults Support Group conducted on the second Thursday of the month by St. Charles Hospital and Rehabilitation Center at EFLI, 506 Stewart Ave., Garden City, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. The group is for men and women who are physically disabled and provides information and support to enable people to get on with their lives. Call Susan Hay 631-474-6365.
•Zonta Club of LI, member of Zonta International, a worldwide service organization with a local club. Members help advance the status of women and are involved in many community service activities. The name Zonta is word taken from the Sioux and stands for honesty, trust, inspiration and the ability to work together for service and understanding. At meetings members discuss and learn about issues facing women, develop and conduct fun fundraising that benefits community programs and network with Zonta International programs. The club meets at a monthly dinner meeting in New Hyde Park on the third Thursday of each month. Call Kathy Rau 488-2796.
•Teen Book Group held on the fourth Friday of each month at 8 p.m. at Borders, 1260 Old Country Rd., Westbury. Call 683-8700.
•Art League of NC monthly meeting and demonstration by a guest artist. Meets on the fourth Friday of each month at the New Hyde Park Recreation Center, Clinton G. Martin Park, Marcus Ave. and NHP Rd., NHP (near Union Tpke.) at 7:30 p.m. The public is invited. Refreshments served. Call 437-0919. Nonmembers $2. No meetings in June, July, August, December.
•Eating Disorders Association-LI (NEDA-LI) (formerly EDCLI) will be holding a support group for eating disorder sufferers and their families and friends. 10 to 11:30 a.m. at North Shore University Hospital in Manhasset (ask at the main reception desk for location within the hospital). This free group takes place on the third Saturday of every month and is facilitated by a trained professional. No reservation necessary. Call NEDA-LI 229-2393.
•Ethical Issues in the News will be presented by the Ethical Humanist Society of LI on the first Sunday of each month at 10 a.m. at the society, 38 Old Country Rd. Call 741-7304.
