Bel Canto Chorale:
Saturday, May 8
There’s No Such Thing
As Jewish Music:
Monday, May 10
Penny Social/Auction:
Wednesday, May 12
Saturday, May 8
Bel Canto Chorale
Are you Hidin’ from Haydn? Having trouble Copin’ with Copland? For instant relief, come to our performance of Haydn’s Mass in Time of War and selected songs by Copland. 8 p.m. at the Church of St Jude, 3606 Lufberry Ave., Wantagh. $15 ($12 for students and seniors). Call 541-0726 or e-mail belcantochorale1@aol.com for more information.
Giant Flea Market/Blood Drive
The Parkway Community Church, 95 Stewart Ave., will hold its annual May Flea Market from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (rain or shine). There will be “treasures” for all, including a plant and bake sale. First Step Nursery Open Hous. Vendors interested in renting space should contact Millie at 938-1233.
Craft Fair/Gift Show
The Hicksville Boys & Girls Club will hold a Craft Fair/Gift Show at Levittown Hall from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. This event is taking place the day before Mother’s Day and will provide an opportunity to purchase that special gift. For further information, call 822-KIDS.
Donna Salvage Birthday Blood Drive
Your donation will help save up to three lives. Eligibility criteria: bring ID with signature or photo, minimum weight 110 pounds, age 16-75 (16-year-old must have parental permission. Age 76 and over need a doctor’s note), eat well (low fat) and drink fluids, no tattoos for the past 12 months. Noon to 5:30 p.m. at 4 Saucer Ln. For questions concerning medical eligibility call 1-800-688-0900. For more information or to schedule an appointment call Donna Salvage 735-3844.
Monday, May 10
There’s No Such Thing As Jewish Music
Temple B’nai Torah, 2900 Wantagh Ave., Wantagh, will present the lecture with Cantor Steve Sher at noon. All are welcome. A light lunch, for a nominal contribution, immediately following each lecture, is provided through the generosity of the Chai Club. For more information call 221-2370.
Tuesday, May 11
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 June 4, July 13, August 10, Sept. 14, Oct. 12, Nov. 9, Dec. 14.
Wednesday, May 12
Penny Social/Auction
100 gifts. $5 buys 20 tickets. Additional sheets available. Door prizes, 50-50 raffle. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Auction starts at 8 p.m. at Temple Emanu-el, 123 Merrick Ave., East Meadow (two blocks south off Hempstead Tpke., off the M5 exit on Meadowbrook Pky.). All welcome. Call 794-8911.
Thursday, May 13
Four Free Vocal Lessons for Ladies
Ladies do you like to sing? Twin County Chorus meets in Wantagh every Thursday. Come to the first of four guest nights on May 13 at 7:15 p.m. and continuing for the following three Thursday nights and find out how you can enrich your life. Call Bobbi 798-4325 or Susan 729-8323 for more information and directions. Visit http://www.twincounty.org.
Friday, May 14
Melody Makers of LI
Will hold a free spring concert at 10:30 a.m. There will be music, door prizes, and refreshments offered. The concert sponsored by Maestro Music & Wellness Center, 160 Center Ln. Anyone who is interested in attending the concert or finding out more information on the Wellness Program is invited to call Anthony Cozzolino 516-644-2910.
Saturday, May 15
Spring Yard Sale
Held by the Wantagh Preservation Society 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 your own table. For more information and application, call Tom Watson at 781-2108 or email watsoto3@verizon.net. Rain date May 16.
Sunday, May 16
Art Auction
Gala art auction at the East Meadow Jewish Center, 1400 Prospect Ave., East Meadow. Preview at 6 p.m. Auction at 7 p.m. Purchase art from Marlin Art in all media and price ranges. Major credit cards accepted. Win raffle and door prizes. Dairy nosh is included. Admission $10 per person. For more information or reservations call 483-4205 Monday to Thursday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. or Friday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Visit www.eastmeadowjc.org.
Friday, May 21
Giant Book Sale
From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Wantagh Public Library, 3285 Park Ave., Wantagh. Sales are cash only. Also on May 22 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Upcoming Events
Animal Lifeline’s Super Yard Sale
Where a great buy becomes a good deed. Memorial Day weekend, May 29, 30 and 31 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 1613 Bellmore Rd., North Bellmore (adjacent to what is left of the old Smithville Café.) This is an opportunity for all animal lovers to assist local cats and dogs by helping to raise funds for Animal Lifeline’s spay/neuter and rehabilitation programs. Your unwanted stuff can help unwanted animals. If you would like to donate new or used sellable items (due to space limitations, no books or clothes can be accepted) call Kathy 785-7340 or email animallifeline@gmail.com for more information. Baskets in good condition for an upcoming Chinese Auction on July 15 also needed.
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Events
Located at 3434 Hempstead Tpke.:
• The church will be holding its 5th Annual Community Yard Sale on May 15. Spots are 10’x10’. Huge, highly visible location to sell your treasures. For more information or an application contact Robin 491-2192.
• Vendors needed for the church’s Kidsfest ’10 to be held on June 12 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call 491-2192 for information or an application.
•Vacation Bible School. The church is hosting a High Seas Expedition Vacation Bible School this year. It will run from Aug. 16 through 20 from 9 a.m. to noon or 1 to 4 p.m. All children from age 3 through 5th grade are welcome. So don’t miss out on all the fun this summer. For information call 731-7387.
Weekly Events
•Homemakers Club Levittown Day Chapter meeting from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Mondays at the VFW Hall Post #9592, Hickory Ln. Call 579-4420.
•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 allows individuals of varying language abilities to speak “Yinglish,” a combination of Yiddish and English. Read, speak and tell stories related to Yiddish experiences. Meets every Monday from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Farmingdale Wantagh Jewish Center, 3710 Woodbine Ave., Wantagh. 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.
•Duplicate Bridge, ACBL-sanctioned. Run by Certified Bridge Director Mayer Wiesen. Tuesdays from 1 to 4:30 p.m. at Temple B’nai Torah, 2900 Jerusalem Ave., Wantagh. Bring a partner, a friend or come alone. $7 donation. Refreshments served. 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, 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.
•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.
•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. Open to the public. 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.
•Calling All Seniors. 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.
•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.
•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. 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. Call 794-8226.
• Korean War Veterans of NC Chapter #1 regular monthly meeting at 8 p.m. on the third Monday of every month (except July and August). (1:30 p.m. during the winter months) at American Legion Post #1711, 3123 N. Jerusalem Rd. 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.). Call 735-9060.
•Faith on Tap addresses 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 fourth 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.
•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.
•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. Call 735-1724 for rentals.
•Free Informational Lectures. Chiropractors Dr. Laraine Valenti and Dr. Michael Bernstein will hold free informational lectures in their office, 3000 Hempstead Tpke., Suite 304, on the first Thursday of each month from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Registration 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.
•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. Call 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. Contact felinequeenjean@aol.com.
•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. Food is always served. There is no charge to attend and new members are always welcome. 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, 3123 North Jerusalem Rd., at 8 p.m. Any veterans residing in the area are encouraged to come and join the ranks to share the comradeship they had when serving as members of the Armed Forces.
•St. Bernard’s W/W Interfaith Organization Dance every fourth Friday at the Elks Club, Veterans Blvd., Massapequa, at 8 p.m. to midnight. $12. Call Chris 631-842-6734.
•Pet Loss Support Group for people who feel very sad about the loss or serious illness of their cat or dog. Group sessions meet the first and third Saturdays of every month from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in the conference room at Bide-A-Wee, 3300 Beltagh Ave., Wantagh. Open to the public. No fee, but donations accepted to help Bide-A-Wee provide for the animals in its care until they are placed in loving homes. To register call Joan Stoppa 785-4199, ext. #1.
•First Stroke Survivors meetings at 2 p.m. at St. Frances de Chantel Church, 1309 Wantagh Ave., Wantagh, on the first Saturday of every month in Room 10 of the schoolhouse. Stroke survivors, caregivers and anyone else interested in learning about strokes are invited to attend. Call Pete 804-8495.
