Thrift Shop Yard Sale:
Saturday, October 16
CHADD Forum/Support Group:
Monday, October 18
Wildlife Rescue:
Tuesday, October 19
Saturday, October 16
Thrift Shop Yard Sale
From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., rain or shine, at the Plainview Reformed Church, 560 Old Bethpage Rd., Plainview. Call 931-8770. www.plainviewreformedchurch.org.
Monday, October 18
CHADD Forum/Support Group
CHADD (Children and Adults with Attention Deficit Disorders) of Nassau County will hold its monthly educational forum and support group at the East Meadow Jewish Center, 1400 Prospect Ave., East Meadow. The support group meets from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. The forum, “Coaching: Setting Goals and Creating a Plan to Achieve Them,” at 8:30 p.m. Presenter: Cindy Goldrich, EdM., ADHD coach. Call 932-0903.
Tuesday, October 19
Wildlife Rescue
The Nassau Hiking and Outdoor Club welcomes licensed animal rescuers Cathy and Bobby Horvath for an educational presentation about wildlife rescue. Come down and meet some rescued owls and other birds. 7 p.m. at the Eisenhower Park Special Events Building (Field 8). Open to the public. No fee. The presentation is preceded by a brief club meeting. For more information, email janeleek@att.net.
Thursday, October 21
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: Living in Victory – A life with mental illness, a successful journey through life.
Monday, October 25
Levittown Community Council
DWI – Responsibilities and Repercussions for Adults and Teens presentation by representatives of the Nassau County Bar Association. 7:30 p.m. at the Levittown Memorial Education Center in the Panther Room. Drinking and driving continues to be a major problem among teens often resulting in death, disfigurement or disability. Find out what parents’ responsibilities are and what happens if your child is arrested. The program is free.
Saturday, October 30
Affordable Housing Forum
Sponsored by the League of Women Voters Central Nassau. Panel discussion with Nassau County reps, LI Housing Partnership, Bank or America, Chase Bank. Making housing affordable for families on Long Island. How financial institutions can support the housing market, grants/funding for housing, the impact of the economy on the housing market, development and renovation of existing properties, questions from the audience. Members, neighbors and friends are welcome. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Hempstead Library, 115 Nichols Ct., Hempstead.
Upcoming Events
Vendors Needed
The shows feature a wide variety of all kinds: chocolatiers, artists, oil and canvas, watercolors, photographers, antique furniture, potters, ceramics, floral and wreath designers, monogrammed and antique jewelry, stained glass, decoupage, dolls, quilting, tapestry, decorated pillows, wooden and leather crafts, Victorian items, beautifully designed ornaments of all kinds, handpainted furniture and accessories for the home, pet clothing and accessories, handpainted glassware, personalized children’s wooden toys, vintage quilts and bedding, soy candles, lotions, handmade soaps, oils, wearable art, clothing and hats, handpainted tye-dyed, Swarovski Crystal belts, beautifully designed handbags, accessories and more. Call Terry 221-6593 or email mcmullenpro33@yahoo.com. The following events are fundraisers for Toys of Hope Foundation.
•Saturday, Nov. 27: Fine Arts and Craft Holiday Expo at C.W. Post University, Tilles Center, 720 Northern Blvd., Brookville.
•Sunday, Nov. 28: Fine Arts and Craft Winter Wonderland Spectacular at The Hilton Hotel, 598 Broadhollow Rd., Melville.
Vendors Wanted
Hicksville United Methodist Church Craft/Holiday Fair held at 130 W. Old Country Rd., Hicksville, on Nov. 13 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Interested vendors should e-mail Annette or Jennifer – adeeme@hotmail.com or call 931-5239 for applications.
Ongoing Event
The Pumpkin Patch is Back
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church at 3434 Hempstead Tpke., is holding its Eighth Annual Pumpkin Patch. The patch will be open daily through Oct. 31. Many families will come by to find their own “Great Pumpkin,” take some pictures and have some fun. This year the church has the addition of a corn maze, flowers and apples. There will be thousands of pumpkins waiting to be picked. So come on by, Sunday through Friday from noon to 7 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and see if you can find the best pumpkin in the patch. Free admission to the patch.
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.
•Cub Scout Round Up. Parents of boys in first – fifth grades who are interested in joining the Cub Scouts at Temple B’nai Torah, Wantagh, should contact Jeff Cohen at 205-1589. The Cub Scouts are sponsored by the Brotherhood of Temple B’nai Torah. Meetings are on Thursdays in the Youth Lounge from 6:15 to 7:15 p.m. For more information about the Cub Scout Pack go to our website at www.troop189ny.com.
•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@opton line.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.
•East Meadow-Levittown JWV Post #709 meets every month except July and August, at 8:15 a.m. on the fourth Sunday at Levittown Hall, Levittown Pky., Hicksville. 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.
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.
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.
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.
