The Wonderful Wizard of Oz Extended through May 9
It started with a book! LICM visitors will receive a visual reminder of that fact as they step into a larger than life, pop-up book that dazzles the eye and stimulates the mind. LICM is the first museum to play host to this brand new traveling exhibit based upon the original book by L. Frank Baum that has enchanted generations. Families will experience science, art and history through the magic of this timeless story. Each exhibit section features an oversized three-dimensional book opened to a page of the classic story. Children will have the opportunity to role play in Dorothy’s house, see the power of tornados as they crank up their own storm, solve brain teasers alongside the Scarecrow, learn heart facts with the Tin Man and crawl through a cave to test their courage. During their exhibit visit, guests can expect to run into munchkins, flying monkeys, the wicked witch and of course, the Wizard of Oz, himself! The exhibition was produced and developed by Great Explorations Children’s Museum of St. Petersburg, Florida; designed and fabricated by Bruce Barry’s Wacky World Studios of Oldsmar, Florida; with a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. The exhibition has been endorsed by The International Wizard of Oz Club and The L. Frank Baum Family Trust produced with assistance from scholars, collectors and enthusiasts who advised on its development. All ages. Free with museum admission. All activities will be held at the Long Island Children’s Museum, 11 Davis Avenue, Garden City. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Museum admission: $10 for adults and children over 1 year old, $9 seniors, free to museum members and children under 1 year old. Additional fees for theater and special programs may apply. For additional information, contact 224-5800.
Friday, April 23
Opening Night for Sugar Babies at Herricks Community Theater
The Herricks Community Players will present Sugar Babies under the talented direction of John Hayes and producer Carol Hayes. Sugar Babies stars Warren Schein and Michele Maza.
Saturday, April 24
New Hyde Park Road School PTA to Hold School Yard Sale
The New Hyde Park School PTA will hold its Annual School Yard Sale. For further information, please call 616-7445.
Trinity Lutheran Church to Hold Yard and Cake Sale
Trinity Lutheran Church, New Hyde Park Road and Durham Road, New Hyde Park, will hold an Indoor Yard and Cake Sale from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Included will be gently used items and delicious baked goods for sale. For further information, please call 302-2276.
Bremervoerder Choere Present Annual Spring Concert
Bremervoerder Choere of Franklin Square present their annual Spring Concert benefiting the Plattduetsche Home Society at 3 p.m. in the Jaeger Halle in the rear of Plattduetsche Park, 1132 Hempstead Turnpike, Franklin Square. This year’s program offers “Music of the Old and New Heimat” for audience listening pleasure. Admission is $10 and attendees are invited to join us for a buffet supper in the restaurant. Cost is $38 per person. For reservations, please call Elsie Bulgrin at (718) 746-8862.
Herricks Indo US Organizes Free Health Fair for Seniors
Herricks Indo US is organizing a Free Health Fair for Seniors from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Clinton G. Martin Park, corner of New Hyde Park Road and Marcus Avenue.
Sunday, April 25
Herricks Indo US to Hold Free Health Fair for Senior Citizens
The Herricks Indo US Community will hold a health fair from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Clinton Martin Park, corner of Marcus Avenue and New Hyde Park Road, New Hyde Park. There will be free screenings for those 50 and older including blood glucose, blood pressure, cholesterol, bone density screenings, electrocardiogram and cardio evaluation, body fat analysis, general health assessment, osteoporosis posture assessment, pain management, dental and vision health, nutrition and meal planning, foot care and more. For further information, please contact Dr. Rewal at 616-6513. Included will be door prizes every hour, yoga and dance workshops and 10 minute chair messages.
Monday, April 26
AARP Chapter No. 5183 to Meet at Clinton Martin Park
The AARP Chapter No. 5183 will hold its meeting at 9:30 a.m. to 11:35 a.m. at the recreational center at Clinton Martin Park, corner of New Hyde Park Road and Marcus Avenue. New members are invited. Must have a National AARP membership. Come to the meeting to sign up.
New Hyde Park/Garden City Park School Work Session
The New Hyde Park/Garden City Park School Board will hold its work session at 7:30 p.m. at the Manor Oaks School, 1950 Hillside Avenue, New Hyde Park.
Water Authority of Western Nassau County Board Meeting
The Water Authority of Western Nassau County Board of Directors will be held at the offices of the water authority, 58 South Tyson Avenue, Floral Park starting at 7:30 p.m. The public is welcome to attend.
Wednesday, April 28
Stewart Manor GOP Club To Meet
The Stewart manor-New Hyde Park Republican club will hold its next meeting at 7 p.m. at the St. James Lutheran Community Church, corner of Elton Road and Chester Avenue in Stewart Manor. Mineola Mayor Jack Martins, GOP candidate for the New York State Senator, 7th District will be the guest speaker to discuss the state’s fiscal emergency and his plans to address it. New York State Supreme Court Judge Stephen Bucaria, of Garden City, will also be on hand to thank the club for his resounding re-election. All are welcome. Light refreshments will be served.
Business Succession Planning Free Workshop
New Hyde Park Chamber members and guests are invited to a free workshop on Business Succession Planning from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at 1225 Franklin Avenue, Suite No. 400. Garden City presented by Stewart Small and Kenneth Sicari of MetLife/Garden City. You’ve worked hard to build your business. It may be. Could the business continue to operate successfully if you or one of your key employees is unable to continue working? Would it provide income for you? For your spouse and family? Who will inherit your co-owner’s interest in your business if something should happen to him or her? Would your business continue to provide you with income, even after you’ve retired? The best way to provide for the future of your business is to plan for it today. This will be an interactive workshop. Participants will be encouraged to share their experiences and concerns. Light Refreshments will be provided.* RSVP Requested * stewsmall@yahoo.com or call -873-4530
Saturday, May 1
Merillon Little League to Hold Annual Parade
The Merillon Little League, a New Hyde Park institution will hold its Annual Little League Parade to step-off at Manor Oaks School 1950 Hillside Avenue, New Hyde Park at 10 a.m. The parade will then head west on Hillside Avenue to New Hyde Park Road when the parade will head north to Marcus Avenue and then turn west again to the beautiful Merillon Little League field where the ceremonies will be held ending with the throwing out of the first ball.
Holy Spirit Rosary Altar Society to Hold Plant/Cake Sale
The Holy Spirit Rosary Altar Society will hold a Plant and Cake Sale from 4 to 6 p.m. and again on Sunday, May 2 from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the school auditorium. Delicious home-baked cakes, cookies, cupcakes, etc. will be available as well as beautiful plants and hanging baskets. There will also be raffles for baskets of cheer. Everyone is welcome. For further information, please call 354-4820.
Fifth Congressional District High School Art Show
The opening date for this exhibition has been changed. The dates are now May 1 through May 16. The Fifth Congressional District High School Art Show is organized by the office of U.S. Representative Gary Ackerman, this annual exhibition showcases art by students from the 39 school districts within the Fifth District. Nassau County Museum of Art is located at One Museum Drive (just off Northern Boulevard, Route 25A, two traffic lights west of Glen Cove Rd.) in Roslyn Harbor. Hours are 11 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. Members are always admitted free. There is a $2 per car parking fee on weekends (members free).
Monday, May 3
Dahlia Sale and Class
Everything that you need to know about planting dahlias will be taught at our 7 p.m. Dahlias 101 class. Following the class you can purchase exhibition quality dahlia tubers, cuttings, and plants like the outstanding varieties you’ve seen at Planting Fields and our Fall Dahlia Shows. Reasonable prices. Mid Island Dahlia Society, 7 to 9:30 p.m., Church of the Advent, 555 Advent St, Westbury. Free. Call 631 266-3354 or visit midislanddahlia.com for details.
Tuesday, May 4
Winthrop University Hospital Spirit of Women Education Series
Winthrop-University Hospital’s Spirit of Women® community education series will host a free lecture for women, “Urinary Incontinence: Mind Over Bladder”. The causes and treatment of urinary incontinence will be discussed. The program begins with registration at 6:45 p.m., followed by the lecture at 7 p.m. It will be held at Winthrop’s Community Outreach Center, 101 Mineola Boulevard at the corner of Second Street in Mineola. George Lazarou, MD, Chief of Gynecology and Director of Urogynecology at Winthrop, will discuss the evaluation and treatment of urinary incontinence. Peter S. Finamore, MD, Associate Director of Urogynecology at Winthrop, will discuss pelvic organ prolapse.
Saturday, May 8
Ribbon Cutting for Herricks High School New Track
The ribbon cutting for the new Herricks High School track will be held at 9 a.m. This will kick-off the Herricks Spring Sports Festival which will be held throughout the day on the high school fields as various events take place along with a barbecue.
Red Cross Walk For Local Disaster Relief
The Nassau County Red Cross will hold a Disaster Relief Walk at Eisenhower Park, Field 6-A. Check-in at 9 a.m. Walk begins at 11 a.m. Fee $20. Race open to ages 12 and over. $10 for ages 12 and under. All walkers will receive an event T-Shirt and refreshments. For further information, please call 747-3500, ext 213 or register online at www.NassauRedCross.org
Wednesday, May 12
Chefs Benefit for Steven/ Alexandra Cohen Children’s Hospital
A fun-filled evening of food and drink from dozens of Long Island’s top restaurants and vineyards, will take place at Muttontown Country Club, 5933 Northern Blvd., East Norwich, beginning at 7 p.m. The event will also feature music and an auction with exciting prizes. Tickets are $125 in advance or $150 at the door, with all proceeds benefiting Steven and Alexandra Cohen Children’s Hospital (formerly Schneider Children’s Hospital) in New Hyde Park. For more information or to buy tickets, visit http://support.northshorelij.com/chefs or call 465-2556.
Thursday, May 20
Dahlia Society to Hold Sale of Exhibition Grade Dahlias
The Long Island Dahlia Society will hold a sale of exhibition grade dahlia tubers at 8 p.m. in the Carriage House at the Bayard cutting Arboretum on Montauk Highway in East Islip. There will also be a Dahlia Basics class at 7 p.m. where free information on how to grow Dahlias to perfection will be available. All are welcome and admission is free. For further information and directions please call Joe at (631) 754-1002 in the evening or (51l6) 832-3652 during the day.
