Galactic Blast
Vacation Bible School:
Monday, July 26
Free Wildlife Program:
Saturday, July 31
Chinese American Night:
Sunday, August 1
Monday, July 26
Galactic Blast Vacation Bible School
Hicksville United Methodist Church, 130 W. Old Country Rd., 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.
Saturday, July 31
Free Wildlife Program
Presented by the Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary & Audubon Center from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Broadway Mall Center Court, Route 106/107. Program: Wild Long Island. Meet some of Long Island’s resident wildlife and discover why it is important to save natural habitats.
Sunday, August 1
Chinese American Night at Eisenhower Park
Co-hosted by the Chinese Center of LI and the NC Department of Parks and Recreation will be co-hosting its annual Chinese American Night from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Bring your lawn chairs and come to enjoy a delightful evening. Free admission and parking, all are welcome. Held at the Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, Parking Fields 6 and 6A. Eisenhower Park, Hempstead Tpke., East Meadow.
Monday, August 2
Vacation Bible School
Trinity Lutheran Church, 40 W. Nicholai St., is hosting two one-week sessions of VBS. Session II will be Aug. 2-6 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. VBS is open to children who will be four by Dec. through sixth grade. Come for a week of crafts, recreation, music and Bible stories. By donation. Call 931-2225 for more information or a brochure.
Tuesday, August 3
Widow & Widower’s Group
St. Monica’s Widow & Widower’s Group meets at 7 p.m. at the VFW Hall, 320 S. Broadway, Hicksville. First-time guests pay $4 at the door. For further information call 221-3766
Friday, August 6
The Eyes of Learning
A non-profit organization dedicated to higher learning in the metaphysical field held at Levittown Hall, 201 Levittown Pky., Hicksville. Call 731-0909. Go to www.eyesoflearning.org. Program: Workshop: “Get Your Questions Answered”with Marilyn Bruno, Reiki master and metaphysician for 13 years. Marilyn has studied metaphysics for many years and the result is a knowledge of life encompassing many schools of thought. Have your personal or general question ready. Marilyn will supply paper to write it and answer as many questions as time allows. Marilyn will also show how to see your own aura. Bring a question and a friend to this evening of fun and enlightenment. 8 p.m. Members $10; nonmembers $15.
Upcoming Events
Msgr. Tarrant’s Testimonial
Sponsored by the Joseph Barry Knights, Columbiettes and Squires on Aug. 29. Mass to be celebrated at 12:30 p.m. at St. Ignatius followed by the testimonial at the Knights of Columbus, 45 Heitz Pl. Tickets $50 per person. Includes dinner, open bar. Limited seating. Reservations a must. RSVP by Aug. 15. Mail reservation to Knights of Columbus, 45 Heitz Pl., Hicksville, NY 11801. Note on envelope Msgr. Tarrant Testimonial.
Glen Cove, Hicksville, Syosset Mercy League Trips
All profit goes to Mercy Medical Center
•Aug. 8 through Aug. 12, the league is going to Sprucewold Lodge in Boothbay Harbor, ME. The trip includes four nights at the lodge, four breakfasts, Welcome Party and dinner on arrival. Sightseeing includes the Burnt Island Lighthouse Museum. A cook out, dinner and dancing at the Harbor Restaurant, an Italian dinner following an evening of music at the historic Boothbay Harbor Opera House. Cost is $679 D.D. and $759 single. For reservations and details call Jeanette 931-2062.
•Nov. 9-20, the league is sponsoring a European River Cruise. This 12-day cruise will start in Budapest with included tours in Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Melk, Salzburg, Passau, Weltenburg and Nuremburg. Optional stays in Budapest and Prague are offered. Prices starting at $2899 have been reduced to $2599 pp, double occupancy, for a limited time. Price includes airfare, accommodations, all meals and tours. Taxes are extra. For information and a brochure call Barbara 935-5576.
Exciting Summer Jewish Learning Courses
Tuesdays at 8 p.m. at the Jewish Heritage Center, Old Country Rd., Hicksville. Series Great Lives…Defining Moments. Call 888-4-JUDAISM; email: series@thejhc.org.
•July 27: Pinchos: To be willing to march into hell for a heavenly cause
•Aug. 3: David and Goliath
•Aug. 10: Samson: to be willing to die so that others might live
Vacation Bible School
At Our Lady of Mercy from Aug. 9 through Aug. 13 in the lower church (air conditioned) for children entering K to third grade in September. Snacks will be served. Please inform the school of any food allergies. Cost $55 each child for the entire week. Send check with name of child, address, telephone number, grade in September to Our Lady of Mercy Religious Education Office, 500 S. Oyster Bay Rd., Hicksiville, NY 11801.
Weekly Events
•Bible Studies conducted by the Cornerstone Christian Church of LI every Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. at 250 W. Old Country Rd., Country Bridge Plaza, (behind Antun’s Catering House; nearest cross road: Route 106). For more information call 342-1552 or go to www.cornerstonechristian churchny.com.
•Martial Arts America in Hicksville, 300 South Broadway, holds free Child Safety workshops on Saturdays. The free workshops are offered as part of the school’s monthly community service. For more information, visit www.MaaSchools.com or call 932-5275.
•Hicksville-Jericho Rotary Club meets every Thursday at 12:15 at Caracalla Ristorante, 102 Jericho Tpke., Syosset.
•Hicksville Homemakers business meeting from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the William Bennett Community Center, 28 W. Carl St. Come in and join the group and become a member. Classes held every Thursday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Monthly Events
•William M. Gouse Jr. Post #3211 VFW meeting at 8 p.m. at 320 S. Broadway. For information call 931-7843. Meetings are held every second and fourth Monday of each month.
•William M. Gouse Jr. Post #3211 VFW Ladies Auxiliary meets at 8 p.m. at 320 S. Broadway. Meetings are held every second Monday of the month.
•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.
•Order Sons of Italy in America invites those interested to join the Galileo Galilei Lodge #2253 in Hicksville. The meetings are held on the second Tuesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at Wm. Bennett Community Building, 28 N. Carl St. Join by calling Marie Matassa 931-2843 for an application.
• Board of Fire Commissioners regular meetings are held on the second Tuesday of each month except in the month of December when the meeting is held on the first Tuesday. Meetings start at 6:30 p.m. in the board room of the E. Marie St. Firehouse. Meetings are also held on the third Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. at which time department matters and small details are discussed with the chiefs of the department.
•Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA) was founded in 1978, is congressionally chartered and exclusively dedicated to Vietnam-era veterans and their families. VVA Chapter #82 is your Nassau County Chapter and meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 8 p.m. at Hicksville’s VFW Hall. Call 677-5384 for further information or contact us by e-mail at info@vvachapter82.org. Come and join your fellow Vietnam Veteran in support of each other.
•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.
•Hicksville Historical Society. The trustees, members (and guests) of the HHS meet on the fourth Tuesday of March, May, September and November in the Kenneth Barnes Community Room in the Hicksville Library at 7:15 PM. Hickshistsoc@aol.com.
•Catholic War Veterans. All Catholics who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces are invited to attend the meeting of Joseph Barry Post No. 1946 of the Catholic War Veterans on the third Thursday of each month at 8 pm. at the Joseph Barry Knights of Columbus Council, 45 Heitz Pl. For information on joining call 433-5008.
•Perceptual Problems Affecting Reading/Learning. Free meetings about a little-known but common perceptual problem which affects the reading and learning capabilities of children and adults are held at Perceptual Change Associates, 120 Bethpage Rd., Hicksville. Seating is limited for the twice monthly meetings being held on the first Friday and second Thursday of each month from 2 to 3 p.m. For reservations to learn more about this easily correctable perceptual problem call 822-4900.
•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. For information call 731-2488. Meetings are every second and fourth Friday.
•The River Flows Coffee House, an evening of fellowship consisting of conversation, board games, music that rocks. Coffee provided by Starbucks and cake are offered. Presented by The River of Life Church, 15 Marie St., on the second Saturday of each month, from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. A free will offering of $7 per adult is allocated to a “Free Lunch Buffet” and other church ministries. Donations of nonperishable, prepackaged and canned, foods and personal hygiene products are needed to provide aid for the poor or homeless and can be dropped off Sundays from 1 to 3 p.m. or by appointment. Call Pastor James Cohen 937-9226.
Ongoing Programs
Central Nassau Guidance & Counseling Services
Located at 950 South Oyster Bay Rd., Hicksville. Call 822-4060. The following programs are offered:
•The Community Program open to all people over 60 who are dealing with issues related to drugs or alcohol. This is an opportunity to talk confidentially with your peers as well as having the support and guidance of a skilled professional. Medicare and most other insurances are accepted.
•A support group for those who have family members with mental illness meets Mondays from 7 to 8 p.m. The fee is $5 per family. The staff is comprised of psychiatrists, registered nurses and certified social workers. Call 822-6111.
•An outpatient substance abuse agency offering a Parenting Group on Tuesdays at 8 p.m. This group specializes in parenting issues for substance abusers as well as parents whose children use drugs. All inquiries are confidential.
•Women’s Domestic Issues group provides support and education to women experiencing domestic conflict, child abuse, substance abuse and related issues. The focus will be on education, support as well as empowerment and proactive behavior. The group will be held on Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Preregistration required.
•Young Adult Drug Addiction Group for people 18 to 21 who are recovering from drug addiction. The goals are to enhance skills, increase self-awareness and work toward a drug and alcohol free life. The group meets Thursdays at 8 p.m. All inquiries are confidential.
Exhibit
An ongoing exhibit of rocks and minerals, dinosaurs and fossils, butterflies and moths and historical artifacts and curiosities in Hicksville’s historic 1895 Heitz Place Courthouse. Now featuring the “Sights and Sounds” audioguide system in English and Spanish, the Naturalist’s Gift Shop and “Butterfly Days” every Thursday afternoon. Gregory Museum, Heitz Pl. and Bay Ave. Call 822-7505 or log onto www.gregory museum.org. Closed Mondays.
Thrift Shop
The Pretty New Thrift Shop, 238 Main St., Farmingdale. The shop supports the work of Central Nassau Guidance and Counseling Services, Inc., a multi-service mental health and substance abuse agency located in Hicksville. The shop is open Monday-Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and accepts gently used clothing, housewares, furniture and collectibles. Call 420-1394.
Eyes of Learning
A non-profit metaphysical study group held at Levittown Hall, Levittown Pky., Hicksville. Membership is $15 for individuals; $25 joint membership per year. As a member, you will continue to receive a calendar mailed to your home six times per year and be entitled to a discount at all E.O.L. programs. Contact Patricia at: membership@eyesoflearning.org. Call 731-0909.
HUMC Food Pantry Open
The Hicksville United Methodist Church, 130 Old Country Rd., opened a food pantry. The pantry is open on Fridays from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Non-perishable foods, paper goods and hygiene items are given to our neighbors in need. Contact us if you can help in any way. The pantry relies on private donations. If you would like to help fill our shelves, we accept donations. Call 516-931-2626.
