Irish Family History Forum
Saturday, January 16
Last Hope Adoption Weekend
Saturday, January 16
NAMI LI Regional Council
Thursday, January 21
Saturday, January 16
Irish Family History Forum
Presents a talk by Meldon J. Wolfgang III, “Sleuthing in the Stacks: Using Uncommon Resources to Uncover Genealogical Clues.” This presentation will introduce researchers to a host of valuable reference tools and finding aids that can be successfully used by genealogists and family historians of all experience levels, and especially by those who have come up against that research brick wall. Resources regularly used by researchers in other disciplines but rarely used by genealogists are explored and suggestions are given for conducting a successful secondary literature search. There will be a Help Session at 10 a.m. Lecture 11 a.m. at the Bethpage Public Library, 47 Powell Ave., Bethpage. Everyone welcome.
Last Hope Adoption Weekend
Last Hope Animal Rescue will be holding an adoption day at Petco, Jericho Tpke., Syosset, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Kittens and adult cats for adoption. Tested, neutered, spayed. Gifts with every adoption. Seniors for Seniors Program. Senior cats adopted to senior citizens. Huge discount. Call 297-5556. Also on Jan. 17.
Monday, January 18
Institute for Advanced Jewish Studies
This is a series of lectures which is included in season membership. Individual lecture is $10 each. The lectures are followed by refreshments by Shoprite with socialization and discussion. 8 p.m. at Temple Beth Elohim, 926 Round Swamp Rd., Old Bethpage. Call 694 4544 or email skunoff@optonline.net. Jan. 18: Naomi Greenspan: What Every Jew Should Know About Islam.
Thursday, January 21
Pot-Luck Luncheon
Sponsored by the Long Island League to Abolish Cancer from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Plainview-Old Bethpage Public Library, 999 Old Country Rd. Bring a room-temperature dish, dessert, or beverage. Your dish is your “ticket of admission.” While dining, the group will chat, laugh and enjoy some games. Come for a fun afternoon and a chance to chase the winter blues away. Contact Evelyn by Jan. 14 to reserve a place and to let her know what you’re bringing. Call 631-366-1332. www.lileaguetoabolishcancer.org.
NAMI LI Regional Council
Meeting at 7 p.m. at North Shore University Hospital at Plainview, 888 Old Country Rd., Lecture Room (lower level). Call 694-7327 or 367-1893. Program: A Personal Journey of Recovery. Speaker: Elizabeth R. Stone, MA, CASAC-T, New York Association for Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services.
What All Seniors Need to Know
Senator Hannon is sponsoring a seminar featuring speakers on the subject of Alzheimer’s Disease, Estate Planning/Elder Law and Senior Housing. Virginia Belling of Senior Placement Services will provide you with and guide you through the steps of recognizing, dealing with and caring for Alzheimer patients. Sheila Lyons, Esq. will explain ways to protect your assets and life savings. Regardless of what your assets are, you want to ensure that they will be protected and disbursed the way you want them to be. Senior Housing Advocate, Tracey Kuczinski, will discuss housing options and concerns for seniors. 1 to 3 p.m. at the Plainview-Old Bethpage Public Library, 999 Old Country Rd. The seminar will be repeated in April.
Saturday, January 23
Book Signing Event
Author C.P. Siebenhuener will be available to sign copies of her children’s book, But What if I Don’t Understand? The book introduces an adorable little girl who learns the very important lesson of honesty, communication and self confidence. 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the POB Kindergarten Center, 33 Bedford Rd. For more information, contact Jim Miller at 888-361-9473 or jim@tatepublishing.com.
Sunday, January 24
Eat and Learn
Temple Chaverim of Plainivew invites you to an adult education program “Eat and Learn” at 5:30 p.m. Enjoy a catered dinner followed by a talk by Professor Christopher Williams, associate vice president for Government Relations and Public Policy at C.W. Post Long Island University entitled “The Seven Jewish Justices of the United States Supreme Court.” Professor Williams will discuss the justices’ personal stories as well as their impact on American jurisprudence. Cost is $18 per member/$22 per nonmember. RSVP a must by Jan. 17 by calling 367-6100 ext 101.
Jewish Genealogy Society of LI
Meeting at 2 p.m. at the Mid-Island JCC, Manetto Hill Rd. Speaker: Dorothy Dougherty, public program specialist for the National Archives of New York City. She will talk about “Exploring the 1940 Census.” Call Diana 631-421-5835, ext. 207.
Monday, January 25
Institute for Advanced Jewish Studies
This is a series of lectures which is included in season membership. Individual lecture is $10 each. The lectures are followed by refreshments by Shoprite with socialization and discussion. 8 p.m. at Temple Beth Elohim, 926 Round Swamp Rd., Old Bethpage. Call 694 4544 or email skunoff@optonline.net. Jan. 25: Naomi Greenspan – Islam on the Front Page-Contemporary Issues.
Upcoming Event
Syosset H.S. Classes of ‘72/’73 Reunion
July 31, 2010 at the Marriott in Melville. $125 pp until May 5, 2010; then $155. Checks are made payable to: Syosset HS Reunion Class ‘73, PO Box 215, 57 Ira Rd., Syosset, NY 11791. Any questions? Syosset73@aim.com or call Bert 676-8008.
