Musical Cabaret:
Saturday, June 5
Bowl for a Cause:
Sunday, June 6
Melody Makers:
Friday, June 11
Saturday, June 5
Musical Cabaret
The LI Cabaret Theatre presents Bigger Than Broadway – A Musical Cabaret of Greatest Hits 8 p.m. at Temple B’nai Torah (formerly the Suburban Temple), 2900 Jerusalem Ave., Wantagh. The show will consist of man fine soloists with a special appearance by world-renown singer Tom Stallone as well as 30 singers performing many of the greatest Broadway and popular songs of all time. There will also be music from Glee and a special Tribute to Johnny Maestro. Kim Oler and Sid Cherry, musical directors. Coffee and cake, set-ups, BYOB, snacks, chips, soda. Dancing until 1 a.m. Dance music by Jen and Where’s Ringo? Night club style seating. Tickets $22 per person. Call 946-7207.
Giant Yard Sale
From 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the East Meadow Fire Department Station #4, Carman Ave. and Salisbury Park Dr. Call 542-0584. Rain date June 12.
Sunday, June 6
East Meadow Jewish Center Open House
The East Meadow Jewish Center, 1400 Prospect Ave., is a traditional Conservative synagogue that has served the East Meadow community for more than 50 years. Come to an Open House for prospective members from 10 a.m. to noon to learn how the center can serve you. Meet members of the congregation, take a tour, learn about Shabbat and holiday services, Hebrew school, Hebrew High School, Nursery School, adult education, Men’s Club and Sisterhood and more. To RSVP or get more information call 483-4205 Monday to Thursday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Visit www.eastmeadowjc.org.
Bowl for a Cause
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society brings help and hope to thousands of people battling cancer. Join the society at North Levittown Lanes for a fun afternoon of bowling at 2 p.m. Reservations are required. For more information or to RSVP, contact Tracey Bianco 686-7173.
Tuesday, June 8
Levittown Property Owners Association
General membership meeting will be at 7:30 p.m. in the Community Room at the Levittown Public Library.
Friday, June 11
Melody Makers of Long Island
Sponsored by Maestro Music & Wellness Center will have its regular meeting at 2 p.m. at the center, 160 Center Ln., Levittown. The guest speaker is Donald, X. Clavin, Esq., Receiver of Taxes for the Town of Hempstead. Mr. Clavin will provide valuable information concerning your taxes and answer your questions and concerns. After the discussion, those in attendance are invited to stay for some good music provided by members who have learned to play using the Lowrey Music Method. All are invited to attend. It is free and refreshments will be served. Call 644-2910.
Sunday, June 13
Levittown Columbiettes Sunday Brunch
The Knights of Columbus Columbiettes of Levittown are having a brunch at 3581 Jeffries Rd., Levittown, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The cost is $12 for adults and $7 for children under 10 years of age. Come join the Columbiettes for a sumptuous feast! For tickets call Joanne 622-3356 or Ita 735-4062.
Wednesday, June 16
I.L. Peretz Jewish School Open House
Engaging, child-centered, family-friendly Jewish education. Dynamic faculty, Bar/Bat Mitzvah preparation. No membership fee. Music/arts and community service programs. Celebration of High Holidays and all major Jewish holidays included. Open house will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. at IL Peretz Jewish School, 574 East Meadow Ave., East Meadow. Contact: Staci Davis 794‑0506.
Thursday, June 17
Governor’s Comedy Club Fundraiser
To support the Family Readiness Group for the 455th En Det currently deployed to Afghanistan. Funds are being raised for the families and soldiers for deployment and reunion activities, emergencies, etc. 8 p.m. Contact Kathy Lapine 931-7202, 31 Meadow Ln., Hicksville, NY 11801. $20 per person with all proceeds from ticket sales going directly to the 455th Family Readiness Group.
Upcoming Events
Annual Bill Cascarella Golf Classic
Sponsored by Knights of Columbus Holy Innocents Council No. 3581 on June 24 at Eisenhower Park, Blue Course. Golfers and sponsors needed. The monies raised at this event assists the council’s many community outreach programs. Contact Tournament Chairman, Pat Crowe at 731-9018 or 721-4811 for applications for sponsors and golfers.
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Events
Located at 3434 Hempstead Tpke.:
•June 12: KidsFest 2010 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 3434 Hempstead Tpke. Free contests, live music (Christian contemporary group will be one of the musical groups) and entertainment all day. Magic of Amore Magic Show at noon. Small World Puppets Show will perform an exciting new puppet show The 3 Little Pigs with muppet-size characters at 2:30 p.m.; after a meet-and-greet with the puppets. Bring a camera. Free Glee-style karoke contest for children 4 to 15 starting at 10:30 a.m. – trophies. Free Guitar Hero Contest at 11 a.m. – prizes. All contestants in age brackets. Over 80 vendors. Hot food, entire field of inflatables (pay one price). Costume characters walking around. Bring your camera. Pony rides, petting zoo. Free parking and free admission/ A great affordable day for the entire family. Rain date June 19.
•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.
Reach for the Stars Teen Talent Search
The competition will be for solo vocal talent only. One hundred and twenty contestants will be chosen on a first-come, first-served basis from applications received. Applications must be postmarked by June 18. Auditions will be held on July 7 by appointment only. There will be no open call. All contestants must be at least 13 but no older than 19 years of age on the day of the finals, July 31. All applications must be accompanied by copies of proofs of age and Nassau County residency as well as photo ID. Originals of all proofs must be presented at audition. A $25 application fee will apply. Applications may be obtained at any Nassau County park or museum and all Nassau County libraries. Applications have also been distributed throughout the community. Auditions and finals will be held at the Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, Eisenhower Park, East Meadow. Further information and applications may be obtained by calling 572-0396 or visiting www.nassaucountyny.gov/parks
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.
•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.
•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
•Levittown Lions Club meets on the second Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at Domenico’s Restaurant. Call Tom Di Iorio at 242-2273 for more information.
•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.
•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.
Ongoing Programs
Levittown’s Brass and Percussion
A nonprofit organization that will teach kids, ages 8 to 88, to play an instrument and have fun parading, performing, competing and many social events. Free of charge. Beginners or experienced musicians welcome. Free transportation and instruments if needed. Have fun while learning music, discipline, responsibility, good self-esteem, team work, camaraderie and improve skills and motivation. Call Gary Jacobs 731-7819 or email Redcoat59@aol.com.
At the Farmingdale Wantagh Jewish Center
Located at 3710 Woodbine Ave., Wantagh. Call 785-2445 for information on the following:
•Adult Education led by Rabbi Alan Lavin. 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.
•Learning the Torah and Haftorah Trops on Mondays at 7 p.m. Instructor Rabbi Alan Lavin. This is a practical course for those who can read Hebrew to learn how to participate more easily at services and lead prayers. The course is open to all men and women.
•Beginners Hebrew course, sponsored by Hadassah, will be held at on Mondays at 7 p.m. Instructor Murray Zwerling. For those who would like to learn or improve their basic Hebrew reading.
•Introduction to Jewish Prayer on Mondays at 8:15 p.m. Text: To Pray as a Jew by Rabbi Haim Donnin. Instructor Rabbi Alan Lavin. The course is designed for those who would like to learn the history, meaning and structure of the siddur.
•Sisterhood Book Club – If you have an interest in reading, the Sisterhood Book Club is for you. Join other women to discuss interesting books. Call the synagogue office for more information about the Book Club and Sisterhood events.
Cosmetology Program
Levittown Career and Technical Center at Abbey Ln. is offering the public salon services performed by students on Thursdays and Fridays from 11:45 a.m., to 2 p.m. Pricing for a haircut, shampoo and style, and manicure is $3. Permanent waves and highlights ($20) and hair coloring services ($10) are also available by appointment only. Call Kurt Witkofski or Nancy Stine at 520-8330, ext. 670.
Exhibit of Early Levittown Memorabilia
In celebration of 50 years of Levittown, the Levittown Historical Society presents the exhibit “Levittown, the American Dream 1947-1957.” Filled with early Levittown memorabilia, it is a “walk down Memory Lane.” Includes: WWII Levitt House, appliances, photographs, furniture, wedding gifts, toys and memories. Admission is free. Held at the Levittown Memorial Education Center, Abbey Ln., Wednesdays from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. and Fridays from 7 to 9 p.m. Call 735-9060.
Senior Puppet Theater
The Levittown Senior Puppet Theater will happily perform its show free of charge for children of all abilities. The group works out of the Levittown Senior Community Center and is sponsored by the Town of Hempstead. If interested and can provide transportation, call Sam Moucatel 781-7970.
