Cellini Lodge Festival:
Friday, August 27
Herricks School
Building Tour:
Thursday, September 2
Labor Day:
Monday, September 6
Anton Newspapers
Offices Closed
LICM Events
Inspired by the Night Journeys exhibit children at the Long Island Children’s Museum will have a chance to create their own pillowcase in the Sweet Dreams workshop from 1 to 4 p.m. All activities will be held at the Long Island Children’s Museum, 11 Davis Avenue, Garden City, NY. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Museum admission: $10 for adults and children over 1 year old. Under 1 year old FREE. $9 seniors. Additional fees for theater and special programs may apply. For additional information, contact 224-5800.
More Fun at the Long Island Children’s Museum
New Exhibit -Night Journeys:
An Adventure in the World of Sleep and Dreams
Through September 12
Be among the first visitors to take a fascinating journey through the world of bedtime rituals and routines and into the nighttime experience of sleep and dreams. Visitors enter into a whimsical bedroom setting where they are introduced to sleeping places from many parts of the world. Lie down on an ancient Egyptian bed, try out a headrest from Japan or Somalia or carry dolls using a Mexican rebozo. Peek into unusual sleeping places, shine giant flashlights under the bed to scare away the monsters and explore bedtime rituals from around the world.
Visitors continue their journey into the world of sleep and dreams by exploring the “active” state of sleep in an animated video that shows eye movement, body movement and brain activity during sleep. Next, compare some of your dreams to those of both children and adults and see what they mean. Explore different approaches to dream interpretation by people around the world. Learn about dream books from China, feed a bad dream to Baku—the Japanese dream eater and see how a family in Malaysia shares their dreams over breakfast. All Ages. Free with museum admission.
What on Earth?
Monday through Friday From 2-4 p.m.
Join us in Our Backyard as we discover new ways to explore our natural world. Learn fun ways to help the environment, enjoy a variety of outdoor experiences and try your hand at cooking, crafts and other science activities. All ages. Free with museum admission. Weather permitting.
This program is made possible by a generous grant from National Grid in support of LICM’s Green Teens initiative. Green Teens is an environmental education program that trains high school students to become outdoor educators as they develop and implement weekly green-themed workshops for young children.
Animal Talk with Scout Stacey
Calling all scientists! Join Scout Stacey every week in the It’s Alive gallery for an exploration of the animal kingdom. From reptiles to birds to insects, we will use all our senses to observe these fascinating organisms. Learn about their habitats, what they eat, and how to properly take care of them. Grab your magnifying glasses and come on over for Animal Talk to have all your creature questions answered! 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. The Long Island Children’s Museum (LICM) is a learning laboratory where hands-on exhibits invite visitors to experiment, examine and play. Through lively interdisciplinary activities, children and adults can share in the excitement of the learning process as they explore the world in which we live. The museum is designed for infants through 12 and their grownups. LICM is a not-for-profit institution chartered by the New York State Board of Regents. For more information, visit http://www.licm.org./
Friday, August 27
Cellini Lodge No. 2206 Annual Italian Festival
The New Hyde Park Cellini Lodge No. 2206 will hold its Annual Italian Festival to start today and continue through to Sunday, Aug. 29. The hours of operation on Friday from 6 to 11 p.m. Saturday from 3 to 11 p.m. and Sunday from 3 to 10 p.m. at Michael J. Tully Park parking lot, Denton Avenue and Evergreen Avenue, New Hyde Park. North of Jericho Turnpike. Admission is $1 for adults and children under 8 are free. Highlights to include: International Food Court, Las Vegas Games of Chance including blackjack, rides, with discount bracelet on Wednesday and Thursay, fireworks on Saturday evening, rain date-Sunday. Community Appreciation Day Sunday from 3 to 5 p.m. free admission and half-price pasta. Musical entertainment to include: Wed.-The Gianni Monti Italian Night; Thurs.-Sweetwater; Friday-Risky Business; Sat. –Don Felice; Sun.-PJ Day Trippers (Beatles Tribute Band). For futher information, please call 747-1680.
Sunday, August 29
The Ancient Practice of Face Reading: A Chinese Perspective
Gain insight into the physical and emotional health of your patient or loved ones by learning to observe the shape, markings, features and expressions on their face and head. Learn to identify at what age they’ve had major life challenges, what emotions they are more prone to and where they’re likely headed. Facial diagnosis has been used in Chinese medicine for thousands of years; it was one of many techniques used by doctors to make assessments about health without having to palpate the body. Constitutional predispositions as well as learned emotional and mental patterns will be discussed. This workshop is open to professionals and lay-people alike. With Marie Regis, licensed acupuncturist. 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at The Acupuncture & Wellness Center, 29 Barstow Rd., Suite 304, Great Neck. Call Marie at 455-2206 to confirm you’re coming as seating is limited.
Wednesday, September 1
Open House at Molloy College
Learn about Molloy Institute for Lifelong Learning (MILL) at 2 p.m. and have fun in retirement. Enhance your health and stay young. Invigorate social contacts and support systems. Attend frequent symposia, seminars, concerts, and plays. Membership card receives some discounts in surrounding community. Refreshments will be served. Located at Molloy College Reception Room, Kellenberg Hall, Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre. For further information, please call 678-5000 ext. 6880 or 6162.
Thursday, September 2
Laughter Yoga Has Erupted in New Hyde Park
At “Spinner’s Grinners” Laughter Yoga Club, members take part in a series of laughter, breathing and playfulness exercises with many, many health benefits. You don’t have to be happy, you don’t have to be funny, you don’t even need a sense of humor! Everyone can do this! No joke! We will not be lying on the floor and no knowledge of yoga is necessary. All activities are done either sitting or standing. We meet twice per month, usually on a Thursday night (for approx. 1 hr, 10 min.). Meeting starts at 7:30 p.m. sharp. Ages: 13-80. First time try-out charge: $7. Flexible membership options available. To attend the laughter yoga club and for further details, contact Rosanne T. Spinner, Holistic Health Coach, at: 328-2367 or at www.RosanneSpinner.com
Herricks School Board to Hold Building Tour
The Herricks Board of Education will conduct its Annual Building Tour on Sept. 2 starting at 10 a.m. at Denton Avenue School and then proceed to the: High School, Center Street School, Searingtown School, Middle School, Shelter Rock Academy, Community Center. The public is invited to join the members of the school board for all or part of the tour. For additional information call: 305-8901
Herricks School Board to Hold Regular Meeting
The Herricks School Board will hold its next regular meeting at 7:15 p.m. at Herricks Community Center, 999 Herricks Road, New Hyde Park.
Saturday, September 4
Dahlia Exhibition
The Long Island Dahlia Society will host a Dahlia show at 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. and on Sept. 5 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Carriage House at Bayard Cutting Arboretum on Montauk Highway in East Islip. A chance to meet the gardeners who grow Dahlias ranging in size from a marble to a basketball. Further, Dahlias will be available for sale. For further information, please call 832-3652 or visit LongIsland Dahlia.com,
Monday, September 6
Labor Day
The last gasp of summer for most and the last day to rest before the turmoil of the fall into winter season.
Tuesday, September 7
Herricks/New Hyde Park/Garden City Park Public Schools Open
The New Hyde Park Schools of Herricks and New Hyde Park Garden City Park set to start.
Wednesday, September 8
Hillside Library Board of Trustees to Meet
The Hillside Public Library’s Board of Trustees meeting will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 8th At 7:30 p.m. at 155 Lakeville Road, New Hyde Park.
Thursday, September 9
Combined Thrift Shop to Reopen
The thrift shop of Episcopal Church of the Resurrection in conjunction with The Church of St. Aidan’s will be reopening on September 9th and 11th and every Thursday and Saturday thereafter. Hours are 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thursday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.on Saturdays. Jewelry, nick knack, clothing and much more will be on sale for reasonable prices. Church is located on the corner of Campbell and Center Streets, Williston Park. For further information, please call 746-5527.
