Republic Airport Commission – Tuesday, June 22
Chinese Auction – Wednesday, June 23
Blessing of the Riders – Sunday, July 27
Tuesday, June 22
Republic Airport Commission
The next scheduled Republic Airport Commission meeting, which is open to the public, is scheduled for 7 p.m. in the conference room 201 of the Main Terminal of Republic Airport, 7150 Republic Airport, East Farmingdale.
Wednesday, June 23
Chinese Auction
Held by Captain Kathy Mazza Lodge #2163A (formerly Aida Lodge), Order Sons of Italy in America at the Bethpage Community Center, 103 Grumman Rd. W., Bethpage. Doors open at 7 p.m. Price of $8 per person includes admission, auction tickets (20), refreshments. Extra envelopes will be $2 for an additional 20 auction tickets. Call Frances Valenti 681-0807 or Dorothea Yarcel 82-8423.
Free Networking Night
516Ads.com and 631Ads.com will be back at Savannah’s Lounge in East Meadow from 6 to 8 p.m. for a big time night of networking and supporting area veterans. It’s a bit louder at Savannah’s, dancing too and lots of quality networking. Thanks to event sponsors Camille Giardina and Juan Jara – AllStarRealEstateBrokers.com, Lloyd Gutin – 1800GOTJUNK.com, Alan Goldberg – wellsysNY.com, Maxibrace’s Roberta Diamond – OrthopedicSupplies.li, Joe Flood – InspectWithHorizon.com, Dean Graber – NWE Consultant/ The Money Source, Inc. 527-9549 and Evantz Saint-Gerard – The Money Source, Inc. 917-975-5985. In addition a night of igniting business, through the American Patriot Heroes Fund/ amercianpatriotheroesfund.org, supplies (food items and coffee) for area veterans facilities will be collected. Thanks to David Zere for coordinating these efforts. Great people, free food, worthy cause, thanks to Savannah’s for its hospitality.
Sunday, July 27
Blessing of the Riders
Farmingdale United Methodist Church, 407 Main St. (corner of Grant Ave.), will welcome the Lighthouse Harley Chapter of the Long Island Motorcycle Club at 10:45 a.m. for the annual Blessing of the Riders. Rev. Julia Y.H.Yim, Pastor, will officiate at the event, which last year drew over 100 riders and spectators. The community is invited to attend. For more information, contact the church office 694-3424.
Monday, June 28
VBS at Living Faith Christian Church
Living Faith Christian Church is having its first Vacation Bible School in its new building at 25 Hempstead Tpke., Farmingdale, from June 28 through July 2. The cost is $10 per child or $15 per family. Anyone interested in enrolling their children to attend should contact the church office 752-1979 or visit us on the web at livingfaithny.org.
Upcoming Events
Action Long Island Programs
Programs are held at 58 Service Rd., Melville, unless otherwise noted. Email RSVP@ACTIONLONGISLAND.ORG to reserve your seat at any task force meeting:
•June 22: The Healthcare Task Force Presents: The First Annual Long Island Wellness Challenge Kick Off Event from 8 to 10:30 a.m. at the Crest Hollow Country Club, Woodbury. In partnership with the American Heart Association, ALI will honor companies that have taken a step toward wellness. Learn about health and wellness from guest speakers, Bob Nystrom and Susan Somerville. There will also be time for networking and to get to know the companies and organizations involved in the challenge.
•June 23: Transportation Task Force. There will be a report on the progress of re-opening of the LIRR station at Republic Airport, construction progress on Route 110 between the LIE and the NSP and the planned construction on Route 347; MTA takeover of Nassau and Suffolk County bus systems. 9 to 10 a.m.
•June 24: Environmental Energy. ALI will continue development and implementation of its Energy Industry Economic Initiative and work to eliminate the use of fossil fuels on Long Island and continue to grow its commercial recycling program for local businesses. The subcommittees will report. 8:30 to 10 a.m.
AARP #3967 Farmingdale Chapter Events
•June 23: Annual Spring Luncheon at the Fox Hollow Country Club in Woodbury. The luncheon, from noon to 4 p.m., is elegant with full dinner choices and entertainment. The cost is $35 per person. Those interested in attending must reserve a seat with Anne Derasmo 631-694-2371
•July 1: Annual Picnic at Marjorie Post Park in the gazebo from noon to 4 p.m. This fun day will include Bingo and a box chicken lunch for $10. Reserve your spot by June 15. For more information and tickets call Anne Derasmo 631-694-2371.
Earthkeepers Camp
Will be offered by Starflower Experiences in Sweet Hollow Hall, West Hills County Park, Melville, from July 5 to 9 from 8:45 a.m. Ten and 11 year olds will visit Mama Nature’s Munch Room, meet a “Spec,” dig up a buried time capsule and earn four keys to help them live in harmony with the earth and understand how the systems of life on earth operate. The keys open real locks on boxes containing secrets only Earthkeepers know. This incredibly dynamic, fun program helps young people learn about and care for the earth. Youngsters must currently be in 4th or 5th grade. Registration forms are available from Starflower Experiences, 79 Martin Ct., Jericho. Call 938-6152 or e-mail StarflExp@aol.com or www.starflowerexperiences.org.
Village of Farmingdale Meetings
Meetings take place at the Village Hall. Call 249-0093 for more information on the following work session meetings:
•June 21 at 6 p.m.
•June 28 at 7 p.m.
•July 6 at 7 p.m. BOT meeting 8 p.m.
•July 19 at 6 p.m.
•July 26 at 7 p.m.
Galactic Blast Vacation Bible School
Hicksville United Methodist Church, 130 W. Old Country Rd., Hicksville, invites all children to Galactic Blast: A Cosmic Adventure Praising God Vacation Bible School. Board the spaceship Galactic Praise to see the awesome universe (and God) in a whole new way. The fun begins July 26 and ends July 30 from 9 a.m. to noon. Each Galactic Mission begins with a Bible Story in the Good New Galaxy, along with science activities at the Orbital Observatory, music at Moon & Tune, art projects at Cosmic Crafts, games at Rocket Rev and a snack at the Astro Bistro. To be part of all the excitement call the church office 931-2626.
Weekly Events
•Bingo every Monday and some Saturdays there is a Bingo Game to support the Arthritis Foundation LI Chapter. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the game starts at 7:15 p.m. Bingo takes place at110 Bingo Hall, 585 Broadhollow Rd., Melville, across from Harrows. Come to bingo and enjoy a night of fun and good times, while supporting a great cause! Call Jennie 631-427-8272.
•Free Support Group for divorced or separated meets every Monday from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at St Kilian’s Church Parish Center, 485 Conklin St (Route 24). Widowed and never married welcome as well. All singles needing support. Call 753-0923.
•Therapeutic Movement Group. Bodies in Motion is a therapeutic movement group for children ages 5 to 1 who need that extra special attention to promote coordination, strength, balance, fine and gross motor skills, social skills, attention and focusing. This group meets Tuesdays at 4:30 p.m. at Hot Shots Xtremes Gymnastics Center, second floor, 127 B. Carmans Rd., Farmingdale. Call 631-249-3127 or 631-249-3126. Email: kidsjumpstart@yahoo.com. Facilitators are licensed therapists specializing in pediatrics.
•Overeaters Anonymous. Are you a compulsive overeater? Under eater? Overeaters Anonymous can help. There is a meeting on Tuesdays on the corner of Salisbury Park Dr. and Carmans Rd., East Meadow, across from the firehouse from 7:45 to 9:15 p.m. Call for directions 997-4534. For information about the meeting call Nancy 798-2547 (between 7 and 9 p.m.) or Ed 845-5423.
•The Hardscrabble Balladeers. Singers are wanted for the Hardscrabble Balladeers Adult Choral Group, now rehearsing at 7:30 p.m. every Monday at the Community Center of the Hardscrabble Apartment Complex, 404 Main St., Farmingdale. The performance season starts in September. Repertoire includes all popular standards, hymns and semi-classical numbers. Opportunities for soloists and small ensemble groups are available. Call Lou 586-8067 for additional information.
•Senior Pops Orchestra – If you love good music and play the violin, cello, viola or bass, come join the Senior Pops Orchestra. Rehearsals on Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m. at Sweet Hollow Hall, West Hills County Park, Melville (near Northern State Route 110). The “Pops” is a not-for-profit organization whose members enjoy getting together to make beautiful music. Call 414-1831 for travel directions. Further information call 795-1706.
•The Scrabble Club meets on Thursdays from 12:15 to 3:15 p.m. at the Plainedge Library, 1060 Hicksville Rd., Massapequa. All ages. Scrabble players wanted. Call Judy 827-9506.
•Storytime every Thursday at 11 a.m. at Borders, 231 Airport Plaza, Farmingdale. Call 631-752-0194.
•The Relationship Journey, a group for widow, widowers, divorced and singles 45+. Meets every Thursday at 8 p.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 449 Stewart Ave., Bethpage. Fee $7. Facilitated by TV talk show host of The Relationship Journey. Refreshments. Call 395-8303 for room location.
•Mastering Life – Conversations. Do you experience frustration in relationships, career, health, confidence? Conversations produces a permanent, positive shift in all areas of life. Led by Stefan Deutsch, human development expert. Thursdays from 10 a.m. to noon and Sundays from 6 to 8 p.m. in Melville. Call 631-692-0986. $10.
•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.
•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.
•Overeaters Anonymous. Are you a compulsive overeater? Under eater? Overeaters Anonymous can help. There is a meeting on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to noon at St. Rose of Lima Church, 2 Bayview Ave., Massapequa. For information about the meeting call Nancy 798-2547 (between 7 and 9 p.m.) or Ed 845-5423.
Monthly Events
•Island Photo Group, a talented group of dedicated photographers working together to advance each other’s photographic skills and to be an exciting force in photographic education on LI. They meet the first three Mondays of every month at 7:30 p.m. (except legal holidays) in the Community Center in Allen Park, 101 Motor Ave. in Farmingdale. For information contact 986-4976 or 753-0654 or email barlowephoto@yahoo.com or visit www.IslandPhotoGroup.org.
•Performance Poets Association. This talented troupe performs original poetry recitals on the third Monday of each month at 8 p.m. at Borders Books, 231 Airport Plaza, Route 110, Farmingdale. Call Judith D’Ambrosio 579-2474.
•Farmingdale Knights of Columbus meeting at 8 p.m. at 1 Morton St. (off 109). New members always welcome. Call 1-631-755-2204. Meetings are held on the first and third Tuesdays of each month.
•Speak Easy: A Toastmasters Club. Can help you conquer your fear of public speaking. In Bethpage, Northrop Grumman Toastmasters meets on the first and third Tuesdays of each month at 5:45 p.m. in Northrop Grumman Building 5, South Oyster Bay Rd., Bethpage. Call Brian 346-7516.
•Farmingdale American Legion, Hugh C. Newman Post #449 is looking for new members who have served in the Armed Forces during various wars and conflicts such as WWII, Korea, Viet Nam and the Gulf War. Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of every month at VFW Post #516, 635 Main St. (just south of the railroad crossing), at 8:15 p.m. Call Commander Thomas Taylor 752-9613.
•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.
•South Shore Hand Smockers meet on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the First Baptist Church, Main St., Babylon. Beginners are welcome. Call Marie 631-277-1096.
