Adventures in Music:
Monday, April 12
Levittown Historical Society:
Monday, April 19
League of Women Voters:
Wednesday, April 21
Sunday, April 11
Jewish Resistance During the Holocaust
To mark the anniversary of the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising, Chane Schachner, Ph.D., scholar, teacher, lecturer will speak on Jewish Resistance During the Holocaust. This will take place at 2 p.m. at the Nassau Cultural Center, 574 East Meadow Ave., East Meadow. Sponsored by the Workmen’s Circle of Long Island. Program and refreshments free. All are welcome. Call 735-8755.
Monday, April 12
Adventures in Music
At noon at Temple B’nai Torah, 2900 Jerusalem Ave., Wantagh. Call 221-2370 for more information. Light refreshment preceding presentation. Programs and dates are subject to change. Program: Israeli cellist Leat Sabah and Russian pianist Taisiya Pushkar. Noon.
Tuesday, April 13
Defensive Driving
Sponsored by the Community Center of Plainview-Old Bethpage and the N.Y.S.P. State approved for insurance and point reduction. April 13 and 20 from 6:30 to 9:30 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.
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.guardianbrain.org. Also on May 11, June 4, July 13, August 10, Sept. 14, Oct. 12, Nov. 9, Dec. 14.
Wednesday, April 14
Daughters of the American Revolution
The Jerusalem Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution will meet at 12:30 p.m. in the Wantagh Public Library Community Room. The program will be “Heart and Hearth” and the cooking speaker will be Gerri Mac Whinnie of the Southampton Colony Chapter. For more information call Sandy Leonard 735-7990.
Thursday, April 15
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. Speakers: David Hymowitz, LMSW, and Vena Budhan, MA. Subject: Family Resources to Provide Help for the Families.
Sunday, April 18
The Legal Dimensions of End-of-Life Issues
Molloy College’s Campus Ministries and Long Island Chapter of University Faculty for Life is sponsoring a program titled The Legal Dimensions of End-Of- Life Issues featuring Irene V. Villacci, Esq., elder law attorney, as guest speaker. The event will take place in the amphitheater, first floor, Kellenberg Hall, Molloy College Campus, from 1:25 to 1:55 p.m. For further information, contact Janet Gilroy 379-5409 or e-mail janehg1@verizon.net. Refreshments will be served.
Monday, April 19
Yom Ha’atzmaut Family Event
The East Meadow Jewish Center, 1400 Prospect Ave., East Meadow, invites you to a Yom Ha’atazmaut (Israel Independence Day) Family Event from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Hot dogs and hamburgers will be served. Enjoy family entertainment, singing and dancing. Come celebrate Israel’s independence with the center as Jews in the community, the county and in Israel mark this special day. Admission: $10 per family; $5 for an individual. RSVP by April 12. For more information call 483-4205.
Levittown Historical Society
Presents: From Deutschland to Long Island. Randall J. Ratje of the Steuben Society examines the German-American legacy on Long Island, the roles of ethnic Germans in the growth of the Hicksville, Island Trees and Bethpage communities in the 19th and 20th centuries. 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Levittown Library.
Adventures in Music
At noon at Temple B’nai Torah, 2900 Jerusalem Ave., Wantagh, at noon. Call 221-2370 for more information. Light refreshment preceding presentation. Programs and dates are subject to change. Program: French cabaret singer Nicole Renaud.
Chinese Auction
The Levittown Homemakers Council will hold its Annual Chinese Auction at 11 a.m. at the VFW Hall, 55 Hickory Ln. Admission is $7. Free refreshments will be served.
Wednesday, April 21
League of Women Voters of East Nassau
Present a documentary following Three Addicts’ Journeys Through The East End Drug Courts. LWV will view an exclusive showing of an interesting and provocative film that deals with a novel way of handling drug related crimes. Jacqui Lofaro, co-director and producer, and former chair of the LWVNYS Education Foundation, will be on hand to share information and ideas with the audience. 7 p.m. at the Levittown Library. For further information, call Dell Smith 520-9366.
Friday, April 23
Chinese Auction
The Nassau BOCES Rosemary Kennedy School PTA will hold a Chinese Auction at the school at 2850 North Jerusalem Rd., Wantagh. Proceeds from the fundraiser will be used to enhance the programs and curriculum at the school. The school serves students 8-21 with developmental disabilities. All are welcome and admission is free. Doors open 6:30 p.m. and tickets start getting called at 7:30 p.m. Donations of new products, services and gift certificates are still being accepted. For more information or to make a donation, contact Mindy Davidson 396-2616 or email mdavidso@mail.nasboces.org.
Shopping Extravaganza
Hosted by the Gardiners Avenue PTA at Levittown Hall, Levittown Pky., Hicksville, from 5 to 10 p.m. Admission is $3 for PTA members; $4 non-PTA members. Don’t miss out on this exciting shopping experience where over 40 different vendors who will be on site selling children’s designer clothing, adult clothing, designer handbags, sunglasses, scarves, hand crafted and designer jewelry, crafts, candles, sports related items, American Girl, Avon, Pampered Chef, Natural and holistic items, heritage photo designers, shoes, decorative flip-flops, Tastefully Simple, Mary Kay, invitations, party favors, glassware and more. There will be raffles and free give-aways. Bring a friend or two. Kids are welcome; there will be activities for them to enjoy. Coffee and beverages will be served. Call Susan Young 782-2310 or Julie Casey 520-1617.
Saturday, April 24
Spring Thaw: A Post Winter Event
Presented by Ladies Auxiliary Post 1711 of Levittown from 7 to 11 p.m. at 3123 N. Jerusalem Rd., Levittown. A chicken buffet dinner will be served at $15 per person, featuring baked and fried chicken, with biscuits, garden and potato salad with coleslaw, baked beans, mac and cheese, plus cake, coffee, tea, beer, wine and soda. A DJ will entertain the crowd for the evening. Sign up by April 17. Call 731-9114 to reserve your seat.
Defensive Driving Course
Boy Scout Troop 96 of Wantagh is sponsoring a Defensive Driving Course 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.
Upcoming Events
Fashion Show
The Hagedorn Little Village School, Jack Joel Center for special children, will hold its 15th annual Fashion Show on April 29 at The Inn at New Hyde Park, 214 Jericho Tpke., NHP, from 6 to 10 p.m. This year’s fundraiser is sponsored by The Little Village Research & Development Center. The cost is $65 per person and includes hot and cold hors d’oeuvres, seated menu, beer, wine and soda. Cash bar. Headlining the show’s grand prize , Oheka Castle stay, Aruba trip, Gucci bad. There is a value package available for $100 that includes all of the above and 50 chances (worth $60) to win great gift baskets. The school is located at 750 Hicksville Rd., Seaford/N. Massapequa. Call Janet Mouliere 520-6067.
Vendors Wanted
For the Wantagh Preservation Society’s Spring Yard Sale on May 15 (rain date May 16) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the museum grounds, 1700 Wantagh Ave., Wantagh (across from Emeric Ave.). Cost is $25 for 10’ wide space, you provide own table. For more information and application, call Tom Watson at 781-2108 or email watsoto3@verizon.net.
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.
•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.
•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.
•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.
•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 Chapter of the Red Hat Society meets the second Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. in the Community Room of the Levittown Library. The chapter is accepting new members. For more information contact felinequeenjean@aol.com.
•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.
