Pet Memorial Day Ceremonies – Sunday, September 12
Fine Arts and Crafts Fall Spectacular – Sunday, September 12
LI Cruizin/ for a Cure Car Show – Sunday, September 12
Sunday, September 12
Pet Memorial Day Ceremonies
Hosted by Bideawee at its Pet Memorial Park, 3300 Beltagh Ave., Wantagh, at 1 p.m., as a loving tribute to departed companion pets that contributed to their owner’s lives. Speakers: Medea Berkman, Bideawee bereavement counselor, and Reverend Lynn Sullivan, associate pastor of the Garden City Community Church. Performances by Soh Young Lee-Segrado and Friends. The National Anthem will be sung by Alyssa Pallotta, a 4th grade student. Interpretive Dance by Youngok Hong dedicated to beloved pets. Highlights: music, congenial companionship, pet loss literature, light refreshments and more. Red carnation remembrance flowers will be distributed courtesy of the East Meadow Branch of the Municipal Credit Union.
Fine Arts and Craft Fall Spectacular
At C.W. Post University, Tilles Center, 720 Northern Blvd., Brookville, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Chocolatiers, artists, oil and canvas, watercolors, fiber, metal, mixed-media, monogrammed items, photographers, antique furniture, glass or jewelry, potters, ceramics, floral and wreath designers, murals artist, Victorian jewelry, stained glass, decoupage, dolls, bears, vintage quilts and bedding, tapestry, antique jewelry, decorated pillows, wooden or leather crafts, Victorian items, decorated ornaments, handpainted furniture and accessories, handpainted glassware, personalized or adorned pet clothing and accessories, personalized children’s wooden toys, soy candles, lotions, handmade soaps, oils, wearable art, handpainted or tye -dyed clothing, hats, bags and more. Call Terry 221-6593 or email mcmullenpro33@yahoo.com.
LI Cruizin’ for a Cure Car Show
The only car show for the benefit of prostate cancer testing and education on Long Island will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.. at Capital One Bank, 275 Broadhollow Rd., corner of the LIE/Route 495 and Route 110 (Exit 49N), Melville. Volunteers, some of them prostate cancer survivors, are finalizing plans for the show to raise public awareness of prostate cancer, emphasize the need for its early detection and to raise funds for testing. South Nassau Communities Hospital will provide free onsite PSA blood-screening tests. The show will offer a fun-filled family outing featuring classic and antique cars, new hot rods, a vendor pavilion, food and entertainment including two a capella groups and young singing sensation Kayla Star. The entry fee to exhibit a car is $25 on the day of the event. Call 1-888-LICRUIZ.
Tuesday, September 14
Free Solar Seminar
Learn How to Save on Electric Costs by Converting to Solar Energy Today. Find out about the latest developments in Solar Energy Systems for your home and business including: Up-to-date changes in LIPA programs, how both Federal and State incentives can cut the cost of going solar in half or more, how Solar Energy really “does” work in NY, the latest in today’s solar technology. Sponsor Mercury Solar Systems . 6:30 to 9 p.m. in the Banfi Banquet Room, Hilton Hotel, 598 Broad Hollow Rd., Melville. Call 631-845-1000.
Is Your Networking, Not Working
Presentation by Rob Fishman, partner at Sandler Training. He shares his proven techniques to build lasting relationships that work for you. His style is captivating and entertaining. Early birds get to network. Bring plenty of business cards. A light meal will be served. Cash bar. Held by the Women’s Financial Group at The Carlyle at Bethpage State Park at 5:30 p.m. Members $30; nonmembers $45. There is an additional $10 charge to pay at the door. Credit cards not accepted at the door.
Wednesday, September 15
Institute for Learning In Retirement
A Senior/Retiree Program offering classes, workshops, lectures, special events and tours commencing Sept. 20. Attend an open house today at 10 a.m. at Farmingdale State College, Roosevelt Hall, Room 111, to find out more about the program or call the ILR office for a flyer and further information 631-420-2160 or 631-420-2161.
Thursday, September 16
NAMI LI Regional Council
Meeting at 7 p.m. at North Shore University Hospital at Plainview, 888 Old Country Rd., Lecture Room (lower level). Call 694-7327 or 367-1893. Program: Mental Illness and the Brain with Sandra Blanchard Wilson NP, psychiatric nurse practitioner – board certified.
Saturday, September 18
Concert
JC Café coffeehouse welcomes well-known Christian contemporary singer, musician and songwriter Bill Cooper, accompanied by Betty Kron. 7 p.m. at the Farmingdale United Methodist Church, 407 Main St. (at Grant Ave.). $5 suggested donation, complimentary coffee and dessert.
Tuesday, September 21
My Rights and Your Rights
Presented by Dr. Duffy Spencer, social psychologist, at the Bethpage Library, 47 Powell Ave., Bethpage, at 7:30 p.m. Admission is free. For more information, call 931-3907 or 334-8985.
Wednesday, September 22
Grumman Retiree Club
Bethpage Chapter will have a meeting for its members and former employees at the Crest Hollow Country Club, 8325 Jericho Tpke., Woodbury. Social hour at noon. Meeting at 1 p.m. Call 575-3777. Guest speaker: Nassau County Fire Museum.
Thursday, September 23
Greening Your Place of Worship Forum
All places of worship use energy and often pay large bills. Energy efficiency and renewables are an important way to reduce energy consumption and foster good stewardship of the environment. Toxins and waste in buildings can also be reduced. Learn about and discuss the options available to places of worship. Guest speakers, vendors of green products and services. Sponsored by the LI Interfaith Environment Network. Co-sponsored by Abundant Communities Together. 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Molloy Suffolk Center, 7180 Republic Airport, Farmingdale. Lunch will be served. Bring your own mug. Suggested fee $20. Make checks out to Molloy College. RSVP to Beth Fiteni 676-5000, ext. 7561 or Rev. Patrick Duggan 489-3610, ext. 17.
Saturday, September 25
Art in the Park Outdoor Show/Sale
Bring your paintings, photography, sculptures, watercolors, pastels and drawings – display them on the beautiful Village Green, Main St., from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Ribbons will be awarded. For questions/information contact Dolores Cianciabella 631-694-5145, Veronica Jones 391-0946 or Catherine Bongiorno 694-3187. Sponsored by the Women’s Club of Farmingdale. Supported by the Farmingdale Chamber of Commerce. Applications can be downloaded by going to www.farmingdalevillage.com and clicking on the Community Events tab. Rain date Sept. 26.
Sunday, September 26
Private Practice Group
The National Association of Social Workers Private Practice Group invites all mental health professionals in Suffolk and Nassau who are in private practice or contemplating it to join them for networking and lunch from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Huntington Terrace/Brandywine, 70 Pinelawn Rd., Melville. Free but advance registration required. Call Linda Himberger, LCSW, 631-421-4953.
Upcoming Events
Action Long Island Events
Programs are held at 58 Service Rd., Melville, unless otherwise noted. All Task Forces meet in the Team Room, lower level. Email RSVP@ACTIONLONGISLAND.ORG to reserve your seat at any task force meeting:
•Sept. 14: YA Alliance. If you are between the ages of 18-40 single or married and you want to get involved in shaping the future of LI for young adults, come out for a night of discussion, social networking and of course, food and drinks. 6:30 p.m. at Kodiak’s Restaurant & Bar, 1815 Broadhollow Rd., Farmingdale.
•Sept. 14: Our Kids in Action Steering Committee. Play an active role in the development and implementation of a wellness program for middle school students and help to make this year’s Annual Youth Conference the best ever. Come to the next meeting to motivate and inspire young people to become healthy, responsible, caring citizens with good judgment and integrity – the necessary attributes for tomorrow’s workforce and community leaders. 9 to 10 a.m.
•Sept. 15: Healthcare Task Force. Play an active role in the development and implementation of the second Annual LI Wellness Challenge and bring the Challenge to Long Island Middle Schools. The Task Force is also working to keep small businesses up to date on the effects of the new Federal Healthcare Legislation and planning a Women’s Health Event in November. The subcommittees will report. 9 to 10 a.m.
•Sept. 16: Small Business and Economic Development Task Force. The task force is currently developing a strategy to address the issue of the MTA Payroll Tax which has been levied upon all LI Companies by forming a coalition of those affected in a concerted effort to develop a mechanism to eliminate the tax. In order to maintain a balanced position, the task force will work closely with the Transportation Task Force which will study the potential impact of repeal of the MTA Payroll Tax on the Transportation system and work closely with the MTA to develop a solution that does not compromise the level of service. 9 to 10:30 a.m.
Farmingdale H.S. ’64 Reunion
“The Class of ‘64, Turns 64!” Birthday Bash Reunion at the Hilton, Melville. Oct. 1-3. $115. Call or e-mail Joan DiPaola Tutt at 631-283-1133 or joantuttseashell@aol.com.
Village of Farmingdale Meetings
Meetings take place at the Village Hall. Call 249-0093 for more information on the following work session meetings:
•Sept. 13: 7 p.m. work session
•Sept. 20: 6 p.m. work session
•Sept. 27: 7 p.m. work session
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.
