Blood Drive:
Sunday, February 28
Bethpage Parade:
Sunday, March 7
Eat, Drink and Be Merry:
Saturday, March 13
Saturday, February 27
Dance Your Health Out
Do you want to dance? As part of a national initiative by Spirit of Women to promote heart health, Winthrop-University Hospital is inviting the community to “Dance Your Health Out.” The free program will be held at Winthrop’s Community Outreach Center, 101 Mineola Blvd., corner of Second St., Mineola, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event will feature group dancing, dancing demonstrations, Karaoke by Winthrop staff, health screenings, educational information, and activities for children.
Sunday, February 28
Blood Drive
The blood drive will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at St. Bernard’s Catholic Church. Eligibility criteria: bring ID with signature or photo, minimum weight 110 pounds, age 16 to 75 (16 year olds must have parental permission. Age 76 and over need doctor’s note), eat well (low fat) and drink fluids, no tattoos for the past 12 months. For more information or to schedule an appointment contact Ernie Meditz at 731-1809. For medical questions concerning blood donations call 1-800-688-0900.
Monday, March 1
Dahlia Club Meeting and Class
At the 7 p.m. Dahlias 101 class, garden layout, sun requirements and the supplies that you’ll need to get your dahlia garden off to a great start will be reviewed. Two experts on organic gardens will discuss no till gardening at the 8 p.m. Mid Island Dahlia Society meeting from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at the Church of the Advent, 555 Advent Street, Westbury. Free. Call 541-6452 or visit midislanddahlia.com for details.
Tuesday, March 2
Central Nassau Chapter #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 794-9178. Program: “Problems in the Medicine Cabinet” will be discussed by representatives from Mercy Medical Center.
Wednesday, March 3
Driving in the Safe Lane Program
The 90-minute lecture program will be held at Holy Trinity High School, 98 Cherry Ln., Hicksville, at 7:30 p.m. The event is open to the public. The program brings together law enforcement, the medical community, the business community and the parent of a teen driver who was killed in a car crash. The program educates and raises awareness of the issue for parents, new and prospective teen drivers about safety measures, New York State driving laws, and parental responsibilities and liabilities.
Thursday, March 4
LI Crisis Center Seeks Volunteers
LI Crisis Center, the oldest 24-hour, seven-day-a-week crisis intervention and suicide prevention hotline, is looking for volunteers for the upcoming Volunteer Counselor Training Program. Those interested in becoming a volunteer telephone crisis intervention counselor with LICC must first call 826-0244 to schedule an interview. No experience is necessary to volunteer and the hours are flexible to fit the individual needs of volunteers. All counselors must begin with orientation training. The free comprehensive orientation training program takes place over three evenings in LICC’s office in Bellmore. LICC’s next training sessions will be held March 4, 11 and 18 from 7 to 10 p.m.
Friday, March 5
American Legion’s Americanism Night
Levittown American Legion Post 1711, 3123 N. Jerusalem Rd. (one block east of Center Ln.), will be holding its “Americanism Night” at the American Legion Post 1711. The ceremonies begin at 8 p.m. Several politicians including the new County Executive Ed Mangano have been invited.
Saturday, March 6
Living Well With Diabetes
The LI Chapter of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation will hold its fourth annual educational family seminar “Living Well With Diabetes,” at the Melville Marriott, Melville. The event, designed to provide families of children with type 1 diabetes with the opportunity to learn the latest techniques in managing all aspects of the disease, includes panel discussions and guest speakers on health, nutrition and education. Keynote speaker Margie Sugarman is a Board Certified Diplomat in Clinical Social Work who will present a lecture entitled “The Family Impact on Diabetes.” Contact Vanessa 631-659-2309, ext. 24 or by email at vanessas@dpagan.com.
Sunday, March 7
Religious Rituals Observed in Various Cultures Across the Globe
Molloy College’s Institute for Interfaith Dialogue will feature keynote speaker Dr. Charles Kimball, presidential professor and director of Religious Studies at the University of Oklahoma. The eent is free and open to the public and will take place at 3 p.m. at the Hays Theatre, Wilbur Arts Center, Molloy College, Rockville Centre. For further information, contact Marion Lowenthal 678-5000, ext. 6880.
Bel Canto Chorale
Curnudgeons and party-lovers unite and come to “Show Stoppers.” With Broadway favorites performed by members, all legends in their own homes, a Chinese auction, and homemade refreshments, there’s something for everyone at 3 p.m. at the Wantagh Congregational Church, 1845 Wantagh Ave., Wantagh. $10. Call 541-0728 or e-mail belcantochorale1@aol.com.
Bethpage St. Patrick’s Parade
The parade starts immediately after the 1 p.m. Mass at St. Martin of Tours Church ends. The parade route begins on Central Ave., Bethpage, down Stewart Ave. and returning on Broadway to the Showmobile where the Grand Marshal and elected officials will review the parade. Featured in this year’s parade are the FDNY Pipes and Drums, the American Celtic Pipe Band, the Tara Band and the NC Firefighters Pipe Band along with veteran’s groups, historic re-enactment groups, AOH members, fire departments, scouts and the perennial favorite – the K-9 Brigade. Contact Mary McCaffery, parade coordinator, at 681-2547.
American Legion Fundraiser
The Annual I. John Lane Child Welfare Fundraiser at the American Legion Post 1711, N. Jerusalem Rd., Levittown, is scheduled from 2 to 6 p.m. Proceeds support several “Special Friends” activities throughout the year. This worthy event includes music, an open bar and gourmet buffet. The cost is reduced this year to $20 per person. For reservations and more information contact J.J. Brady 579-7797 or cell at 917-699-3530, Jim McHale 796-0894, Post 1711 at 731-9114, Holy Innocents K of C 731-9018 or email jjb2036@aol.com.
Tuesday, March 9
Brain Tumor Support Group
For survivors and their family members from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Bellmore Library, 1551 Newbridge Rd., Bellmore. Facilitator: Blake Levine, 631-274-1338. Sponsored by The Guardian Brain Foundation. Call Mary, 631-271-3292. www.guardian brain.org. Also on April 13, May 11, June 4, July 13, August 10, Sept. 14, Oct. 12, Nov. 9, Dec. 14.
Wednesday, March 10
Daughters of the American Revolution
Jerusalem Chapter meeting will be held at 12:30 p.m. at the Wantagh Library, in the Community Room, 3285 Park Ave., Wantagh. Program “Women in the American Revolution” Speaker: Sue Griffing. For more information call Sandy Leonard 735-7990.
Saturday, March 13
Gala Art Auction
At Temple Emanu-el, 123 Merrick Ave., East Meadow (two blocks south off Hempstead Tpke., off the M5 exit on Meadowbrook Pky.). Preview 7:30 p.m. Auction 8:30 p.m. $5 at the door includes raffle ticket and refreshments. Call 794-8911.
Maria Regina Craft Fair
From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 3945 Jerusalem Ave., Seaford. Call 798-2415 for more information.
Eat, Drink and Be Merry Ireland Style
Kick-off fundraiser for Levittown Travel Agent’s Raffle Fundraiser at PJ Finnegan’s in Levittown at 8 p.m. The band “Midlife Crisis” will perform. There will be a door prize for anyone who wears green and raffle tickets for the trip to Ireland will be on sale there. The cost is $30 for open bar for three hours and a corned beef and cabbage dinner. If you don’t drink, $5 at the door will get you in to listen to the band. For more information or to buy raffle tickets to win a trip to Ireland, call Ann Torcivia 822-5966 or email at friendstravel@optonline.net.
Upcoming Events
Defensive Driving
Sponsored by the Community Center of Plainview-Old Bethpage and the N.Y.S.P. State approved for insurance and point reduction. March 20 from 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.
Defensive Driving Course
Boy Scout Troop 96 of Wantagh is sponsoring a Defensive Driving Course on April 24 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Wantagh Memorial Congregational Church Meeting Hall, 1845 Wantagh Ave., Wantagh. The cost of the class is $35 per person and all proceeds go directly to Troop 96. Students will receive a course completion certificate good for an insurance discount of up to 10 percent off on their liability, PIP and collision for the next three years and a four-point reduction on traffic violation points. Why not support a great cause and save money at the same time? Space is limited; register early. For more information and to register call 785-6840.
Vendors Wanted
For the Holy Trinity Spring Craft Fair on March 20 at 98 Cherry Ln., Hicksville. The craft fair will host over 100 vendors selling their spring crafts/flowers, plus food, refreshments, bake sale, raffles/Chinese auction. All proceeds go towards HT athletics and performing arts. Call 433-2900 or email titanclub@holytrinityhs.echalk.com.
Play Golf With Len Berman
Ever dream of playing a sport with a celebrity? Make that dream a reality by attending Mill Neck Family’s fourth annual Spring Swing Invitational Golf Tournament, to be held at the North Hills Country Club in Manhasset on May 24. Sportscaster and author Len Berman will join the event, where he’ll play golf and speak at the Champions Dinner. Entries are limited to the first 25 men’s, ladies’ or mixed foursomes. All golfers will receive an autographed copy of Berman’s new book The Greatest Moments in Sports. Additional copies will be available for purchase during the fun-filled evening portion of the event. For an entry fee of only $350 per person, guests will enjoy delicious brunch, golf challenges and food and refreshments on the 7th, 10th and 12th holes of the course. Cocktails, a Champions Dinner, honoree recognition, raffle prizes, a silent auction and golf contest awards will follow the tournament. Don’t play golf? Register for dinner only at just $95 per person. Proceeds benefit the Mill Neck Family of Organizations. Sponsorship opportunities are available. To register for golf, sign up for dinner only, sponsor the event or purchase a copy of the book by Len Berman in advance of the tournament, contact Nancy Leghart 628-4243.
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.
•Bingo For Kids/Families. On Tuesday evenings you can fun with your family at a special bingo designed just for kids. At Temple Beth-El of Bellmore, 1373 Bellmore Rd., N. Bellmore, you can play bingo for prizes (not cash). Doors open at 6 p.m. and games begin at 6:30 p.m. 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 at 6 p.m. and will serve a variety of reasonably priced items. No food can be brought with you into the temple because strict kosher food laws are observed.
•Alzheimer’s Support Group for Caregivers will be held at The Bristal Assisted Living, 40 Merrick Ave., East Meadow, every Wednesday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Caregivers are welcome to bring their loved ones who will participate in a Reflections Program while the support group is meeting. Call Kate Schneider 542-0800, ext. 1025 to register or for more information.
•Duplicate Bridge Game every Wednesday at 12:15 p.m. at the Farmingdale Wantagh Jewish Center, 3710 Woodbine Ave., Wantagh. Sessions are $8 and are run by Ellen Davidoff, an accredited director and teacher. Open to the public. Enjoy yourself while earning master points. Call 785-2445.
•The Mid Nassau Jewish Retirement Club meets every Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Temple Emanuel, 123 Merrick Ave., East Meadow. Refreshments and entertainment at all meetings. Come and make new friends. Call Dorothy 481-9508.
•Women’s HIV/AIDS Counseling Services offering free: support service, individual counseling, couples/family counseling, services for children. If you are a woman with HIV or AIDS and you need a place to talk or just to listen, we’re here to help. The Support group meets every Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the “B” Building, Room 347 (inside the Child Development Center), Nassau University Medical Center, 2201 Hempstead Tpke., East Meadow. Individual counseling is also available by appointment. Call Dr. Suzanne Lachmann or Dr. Laura Cini at NCMC 572-5932.
•Calling All Seniors. Why be bored at home? Come for fun, trips and to meet new friends. Qualifications: resident of Hicksville, Plainview or Levittown. Meetings every Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Bethpage Senior Center, 103 Grumman Rd. West, Bethpage. Call 571-9910.
•Clutterers Anonymous, a 12-step self-help group, offers help and support to those who have clutter problems in their homes or workplace. Meets weekly on Thursdays from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the United Methodist Church, 265 Asbury Ave., and also the 1st and 3rd Friday from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at the School of the Community Reformed Church, 90 Plandome Rd., Manhasset. There are no dues or fees. For more information, email CLAWestbury@yahoo.com, call (866) 800-3881 or visit www.ClutterersAnonymous.net.
•Gam-Anon meeting, an anonymous program for spouses, adult children over 18, family and friends who may be affected by a gambling problem. 24-hour hotline 321-2883. Fridays at 8:30 p.m. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Hempstead Tpke., Levittown.
•The Massapequa Ballroom Dance Society hosts a full-course hot buffet Dance Luncheon, open to the public, on Fridays from noon to 3:30 p.m. at Manor East Catering Hall, 201 Jerusalem Ave., Massapequa. Dance to all your favorite music with a professional DJ. Singles area and couples. $15 donation. Call 718-332-7825 or email Dancezee@aol.com.
•Adult Yiddish Classes beginners and advanced beginners/intermediates. Sundays at the Nassau Cultural Center, 574 East Meadow Ave., East Meadow. To register call 794-0506.
•New Attitudes Singles meets every Sunday at 6 p.m. at PieSanos Pizzeria, 2330 Hempstead Tpke., East Meadow. Call 851-6114. Singles meet and greet. Introductions and discussion. Fee $10 plus expenses.
•Bel Canto Chorale. Singing in Nassau county for over 40 years, welcomes new members. Each year, the chorale performs two major concerts and a benefit concert. All soloists are selected from within the membership. All voices are invited to rehearsals on Sundays from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Wantagh Memorial Congregational Church, 1845 Wantagh Ave., Wantagh. Call 541-0726 or e-mailbelcantochorale1@aol.com.
Monthly Events
•East Meadow-Levittown JWV Post #709 meets every month except July and August, at 8:15 p.m. on the fourth Sunday at Levittown Hall, Levittown Pky. Breakfast is served and all new members are welcome. For questions call 794-8226.
•Korean War Veterans of NC Chapter #1 regular monthly meeting at 8 p.m. (1:30 p.m. during the winter months) at American Legion Post #1711, 3123 N. Jerusalem Rd., Levittown. The chapter meets on the third Monday of every month (except July and August). Call 334-1025.
•Levittown Historical Society. If you are interested in helping collect memorabilia, photographs, appliances and furnishings from the early days of Levittown, come down for an interesting evening. All welcome. No admission charge. Free refreshments. Brief business meeting. 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Levittown Library. Meetings are held on the third Monday of the month (except July, Aug., Jan., Feb.). For more information call 735-9060 or go to www.levittownhistoricalsociety.org.
•NC Mammography Unit will be at the Israel Community Center, 3235 Hempstead Tpke., from 9 am. to 2 p.m. every fourth Monday of the month except July and August. Call 731-2580 for registration.
•Faith on Tap. The object of “Faith on Tap” is to address concerns of people in their 20s and 30s on issues of faith and morals, which have an impact on the lives of individuals, families, local communities and society at large. 7 to 9 p.m. on the last Monday of the month at the Wantagh Inn, across the street from the Wantagh railroad station. Admission is free. Call 378-0665. Not held in December, May, June, July or August.
•Traumatic Brain Injury Support Group held on the first Tuesday of every month from 7:30 to 9 p.m. in the East and West Conference Rooms on the Main Floor at Nassau University Medical Center, 2201 Hempstead Tpke., East Meadow. For information call Linda McCammon 543-2245, ext. 212.
•Central Nassau Chapter #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., Hicksville. Anyone over the age of 50 and a national AARP member is invited to attend. No fee. For information call 794-9158.
•East Meadow Lions meets on the second Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the East Meadow Library. Call John Persich 334-3730.
•Performance Poets Association meets on the third Tuesday of the month at 8 p.m. at The Cup Café, Railroad Ave., Wantagh. Hosted by Cliff Bleidner and Irene Wright. $2 plus one purchase. Call 794-9826.
•NC Mothers of Twins Club, a caring support, education and resource for parents of multiples. Meetings are at 7:30 p.m. at the Parkway Community Church, 95 Stewart Ave., on the third Tuesday of each month with the exception of July and December. Call 616-3366 or visit www.NCMOC.org.
•Knights of Columbus Holy Innocents Council #3581 meets on the first and third Wednesday of each month at the council headquarters, 3581 Jeffries Rd., at 8 p.m. The newly renovated meeting hall is also available for party rentals. Call 735-1724 for rentals.
•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.
•Free Informational Lectures. Chiropractors Dr. Laraine Valenti and Dr. Michael Bernstein will hold free informational lectures in their office, 3000 Hempstead Tpke., Suite 304. They have found that many people appreciate the opportunity to get their health related questions answered by caring doctors. The lectures are held the first Thursday of each month from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Due to limited seating, registration is required by calling Lois 731-0712 or 579-4949. All attendees will receive a free reusable hot/cold pack and a certificate for a complimentary spinal examination and consultation.
•The 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.
•St. Bernard’s W/W Interfaith Organization general meeting at 8 to 11 p.m. at the Elks Club, 2612 Veterans Blvd., Massapequa. All are invited. Meetings are held on the second Thursday of the month. For further information contact Chris 631-842-6734.
•The Levittown South-North Wantagh Republican Club meets on the third Thursday of each month at 8 p.m. at the American Legion Hall, 3123 N. Jerusalem Rd., Levittown. Food is always served. There is no charge to attend and new members are always welcome. Every meeting has an informative speaker or presentation. Call 731-7600 or 1esr@optonline.net.
•Levittown American Legion Post #1711 meets on the first and third Friday of each month at the Post Headquarters located at 3123 North Jerusalem Rd., Levittown. Meetings start at 8 p.m. Any veterans residing in the area are encouraged to come down to Post Headquarters and join the ranks to share the comradeship we all had when serving as members of the Armed Forces.
•Bethpage Masonic Lodge No. 975 Free and Accepted Masons will meet at 8 p.m. at the Hicksville Masonic Temple, 18 W. Nicholai St., Hicksville. Meetings are every second and fourth Friday. Call 731-2488.
•Bernard’s W/W Interfaith Organization Dance every fourth Friday at the Elks Club, Veterans Blvd., Massapequa, at 8 p.m. to midnight. $12. For further information contact call Chris 631-842-6734.
•Pet Loss Support Group. People who feel very sad about the loss or serious illness of their cat or dog can now come to a bi-weekly support group led by an experienced counselor in the conference room at Bide-A-Wee, 3300 Beltagh Ave., Wantagh. These sessions are open to the public; they are not restricted to Bide-A-Wee clients or adopters. The group facilitator is Medea Berkman, a pet loss group leader with many years of experience. She gently guides the healing process to help people come to terms with their feelings of sadness and loss. No fee, but all donations are gratefully accepted to help Bide-A-Wee provide for the animals in our care until we place them in loving homes. To register call Joan Stoppa in the Bide-A-Wee Wantagh Outreach Office 785-4199, ext. #1. The group sessions meet the first and third Saturdays of every month, from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
•First Stroke Survivors meeting will be held at St. Frances de Chantel Church. Meetings will continue to be held on the first Saturday of every month in room 10 of the schoolhouse. St. Frances is located at 1309 Wantagh Ave., Wantagh. Stroke survivors, caregivers and anyone else interested in learning about strokes are invited to attend. These meetings are being conducted by the Hope 4 Stroke Foundation. 2 p.m. For more information call Pete at 804-8495.
