LI Breakfast Club:
Saturday, April 3
Fashion Show Fundraiser:
Saturday, April 11
Irish American Society:
Saturday, April 17
Saturday, April 3
LI Breakfast Club
The painful process of looking for work is eased by joining the Spirited Group of the Long Island Breakfast club. They Meet They Eat and They Seek. This organization provides advocacy, support, career and employment counseling and referrals to prepare mature individuals for productive employment. Join the LIBC. The speaker will be michéal Castaldo, crooner, composer, connoisseur Italian cultural ambassador and entrepreneur. $20 fee. Meeting at 9 a.m. at Adelphi University, Ruth S. Harley University Center, Rooms 201 203. RSVP vjanek@optonline.net.
Sunday, April 11
Fashion Show Fundraiser
Held by Cellini Lodge #2206 – Sons of Italy from noon to 4 p.m. at Pompei Restaurant, West Hempstead. The fashion show will feature a footwear, jewelry and accessories presentation for men, women and children. There will also be a dance performance, DJ, raffle prizes and discounts coupons. Admission includes a three course meal with choice of entree, wine, soda, dessert, coffee and tea. Admission $40 per person. For reservations call or e-mail the Cellini Lodge – 747-1680; e-mail: press@cellinilodge2206.org.
Thursday, April 15
Student Art Show
Hosted by Sacred Heart Academy (Hempstead) April 15 and 16 from 3 to 6 p.m. at Sacred Heart’s Corde House (located directly behind the school), 47 Cathedral Ave., Hempstead. Opening reception April 15. Refreshments will be served. All welcome. Admission is free. Contact 483-7383 for more information.
Friday, April 16
Irish American Society
Spring Fashion Show at the Irish American Center, 297 Willis Ave., Mineola. Doors open at 7 p.m. Hors D’oeuvres and champagne punch 7:15 to 8:15 p.m. Fashion show 8:30 p.m. sharp. Fashions supplied by Dress Barn and Carina Boutique, Whitestone, and Rich O’Shea’s Manor Irish Gift Shop. There will also be a Shamrock Auction and marvelous prizes. Coffee, tea and dessert; cash bar. Gentlemen are welcome. Adults $25; children under 15 years $15. Call 746-9392 or 742-8080 for reservations.
Saturday, April 17
Irish American Society
Monthly Ceili at the Irish American Center, 297 Willis Ave., Mineola. 8 p.m. Music provided by Pete Kelly’s Ceili Band. Donation $15. Call 746-9392 or 742-8080.
Upcoming Events
Free Breast Cancer Support Groups
The Adelphi NY Statewide Breast Cancer program in Garden City is offering new support groups. There is no cost for any group; however pre registration is required. For information, questions, or to sign up, call Sandi Kafenbaum 877-4314 or the Breast Cancer Hotline at 800-877-8077. All groups meet at Adelphi University School of Social Work. The following groups are offered:
•Women with Breast Cancer: An evening group will meet weekly on Mondays for eight weeks from 7 to 8:30 p.m., tentatively beginning on April 5.
•Single Women: An evening group will meet weekly on Tuesdays for eight weeks from 7 to 8:30 p.m., tentatively beginning May 4.
•Women with Metastatic Breast Cancer: A daytime group will meet weekly on Tuesdays for eight weeks from 1:30 3 p.m., tentatively beginning on April 6.
•Women with Breast Cancer: A daytime group will meet weekly on Wednesdays for eight weeks from 10:30 a.m. to noon, tentatively beginning or April 14.
•Young Women with Breast Cancer: A daytime group will meet weekly on Mondays for eight weeks from noon to 1:30 p.m., tentatively beginning on April 12.
•Close Knit Group, a Knit and Talk Group for Women with Breast Cancer. An ongoing group meets monthly on Tuesdays from 2 to 3:30 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month.
•Now forming – an evening group for Spouses/partners of Women with Breast Cancer.
Adelphi University
•Adelphi University’s Departments of Music and Theatre are offering performances of Tartuffe by Molière in the intimate Black Box Theatre and the 500-seat state-of-the-art Concert Hall; part of the Performing Arts Center, 1 South Ave., Garden City. April 6, 7, 8 at 7:30 p.m.; April 9 at 11 a.m. and 7:30 p.m.; April 10 at 8 p.m.; April 11 at 2 p.m. Individual tickets are $15 regular admission, $10 seniors and alumni; $7 for students. Box office 877-4000.
•After attracting the attention of national media last fall, What Killed Marcelo Lucero? is a play that tackles the thorny issues of immigration and hate on LI. After the performance, a panel of immigration advocates and experts will work with the audience to develop a deeper understanding of immigration issues. What Killed Marcelo Lucero? is the innovative brainchild of the Brentwood-based experimental theater group Teatro Yerbabruja. An important part of the play – which explores the breadth of anti-Latino sentiment on LI, and its costs to Latinos and the community as a whole – is audience participation. After each performance, those in attendance are invited to discuss alternative strategies for addressing immigration tensions in their communities. The play is based on the November 2008 murder of Ecuadorian immigrant Marcelo Lucero in Patchogue. April 9.
Hofstra University
The Rodgers and Hart Concert presented by The Gray Wig of Hofstra University in association with Hofstra Entertainment. Featuring hits from Richard Rodgers and Lorenz Hart such as Bewitched, Bothered and Bewildered, Blue Moon, My Funny Valentine, My Romance, The Lady Is a Tramp, Where or When and more. Directed and choreographed by Tom Wallace; musical direction by John Farrell; accompanied by a full orchestra. April 9 and 10 at 8 p.m.; April 11 at 2 p.m. at Hofstra University, John Cranford Adams Playhouse, South Campus. Tickets $20; $118 senior citizens (over 65); $16 group (20 or more); $10 with current HofstraCard (two ticket maximum). For tickets and information call 4636644.
Defensive Driving Courses
Conducted by the Automobile Club of NY in the Garden City office located at 229 Seventh St. Save money; reduce violation points; sharpen skills. The cost is $39 for AAA members; $32 Plus members; $32 members 60 and older; $32 embers 16-24 years old; $49 nonmembers; special group rates available. Dates and rates subject to change. Online class available. Visit AAA.com/DefensiveDriving. Reservations required. Call 873-2381. The following dates are offered:
•April 8 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
•April 10 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
•April 16 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
•April 18 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
•April 20 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
•April 24 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
•April 27 and 28 from 6:15 to 9:15 p.m.
•April 30 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
•May 2 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
•May 8 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
•May 11 and 12 from 6:15 to 9:15 p.m.
•May 14 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
•May 15 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
•May 20 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
•May 25 and 26 from 6:15 to 9:15 p.m.
•May 28 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Nassau Community College
•The NCC Women’s History Month Committee and the Spring 2010 Cultural Program present The Rib Speaks Out on April 5 at 6:25 p.m. in the College Center Building. A one-woman show featuring actress Michèlle LaRue, The Rib Speaks Out consists of two performances: the satire Someone Must Wash the Dishes by Marie Jenney Howe and Eve’s Diary by Mark Twain. Free and open to the public. Call Dr. Sally Drucker 572-7796.
•April 11: Classics for Kids. Cathy and Marcy’s Song Swap. 1 and 3:30 p.m. Are you ready to sing? Are you ready to laugh? Are you ready for a great family musical party? Cathy Fink and Marcy Marxer’s family concerts are filled with original and traditional folk songs played on a variety of instruments: the five string banjo, mandolin, electric and acoustic guitars, ukulele, washboard and others. Don’t forget the cowgirl rope tricks. This is a high energy, participatory show that kids and parents enjoy together.
•The NCC Department of Theatre and Dance present its Spring 2010 Dance Concert at the Mainstage Theatre April 9 through 11 and April 16 through 18. The concert will consist of original modern dance pieces choreographed by Prof. Stanley Berke. Performances are at 8 p.m. daily except for Sundays, when they are at 3 p.m. Tickets are $9; discounted to $7 for seniors 55 and over and children under 18. While supplies last, rush tickets (tickets bought at the door at the time of performance) are free for college students with current ID. Box office 572-7676.
Golf and Tennis Classic
Life’s WORC 23rd Anniversary Geraldo Rivera Golf and Tennis Classic will be held at the Nassau Country Club, Glen Cove, on May 10. 10:30 a.m. registration. 5:30 p.m. Cocktail Reception. Cost: Deluxe Foursome – $2,000; Golf Single – $500; Tennis Single – $175; Cocktail Reception only – $125. Call Matthew Zebatto741-9000, ext. 241 or email mzebatto@aol.com.
Ongoing Event
Easter Bunny at Roosevelt Field
Spring is in the air and Garden City-area families can get in bloom with a visit to the Easter Bunny at Roosevelt Field. The floppy-eared friend will greet guests in North Court through April 3. Families can pick up spring coloring sheets and valuable coupons from Oriental Trading Company. Roosevelt Field is adding to the excitement by providing free inflatable eggs for kids to color.
Ongoing Programs
Incorporated Village of Garden City Meetings:
Architectural Design Review Board meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 8 p.m. at Village Hall.
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.
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.
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 an audition 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.
•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).
•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.
Monthly Events
•Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA) was founded in 1978, is congressionally chartered and exclusively dedicated to Vietnam-era veterans and their families. VVA Chapter #82 is your Nassau County Chapter and meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 8 p.m. at Hicksville’s VFW Hall. Call 677-5384 for further information or contact us by e-mail at info@vvachapter 82.org. Come and join your fellow Vietnam veteran in support of each other.
•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.
•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.
•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.
•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.
•Look Good…Feel Better. Sponsored by LIJ Medical Center in association with the National Cosmetology Association, the Toiletry Fragrance Association and the American Cancer Society. The program reaches out to women with cancer and teaches them how to best apply makeup and wear their hair while undergoing cancer treatment. Meets on the second Monday of every month at LIJ Medical Center, 27005 76th Ave., New Hyde Park. Reservations suggested, but not required. Call Harriet Pine or Selma Robinton 718-470-7094. All women who attend receive a makeup kit filled with brand-name cosmetics valued at over $200.
•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.
•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 additional 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.
•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.
•LI Tourette Syndrome Association Support groups for those who have family members or other loved ones with Tourette Syndrome meet from 7:30 to 9 p.m. on the first Friday of each month at the DeMatteis Center, north side of Northern Blvd., Old Brookville (directly opposite the NY Institute of Technology campus). There are three separate support groups running simultaneously: one group for children, one for teens and one for parents/adults. Siblings of TS children are also invited. Free for LI-TSA members. For further information, call 876-6947 or email LongIslandTSA@aol.com.
•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.
