The Garden City Bird Sanctuary Exhibit:
November 2-29
Vintage Book/Ephemera Fair:
Sunday, November 7
Fall Fest Dinner:
Sunday, November 7
Saturday, November 6
Join Sprout at Roosevelt Field
Sprout, the first 24-hour preschool television channel available on TV, on demand and online for kids ages 2 to 5 and their parents and caregivers, will host Barney’s Sprouterrific Playdate at Roosevelt Field as they search for the country’s next preschool weather reporter who will make his or her big meteorological debut on the nationally televised, live Sunny Side Up Show, a popular preschool program on Sprout. The show provides a welcoming and fun environment where children and their families gather each day to interact live with the hosts, share birthdays, greetings, ideas, crafts and weather reports from all across the country. Parents and preschoolers are invited to share a special day with everyone’s favorite purple dinosaur Barney, and hosts of the show Chica the Chicken and Dennisha. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Macy’s Court, 630 Old Country Rd.
Vintage Book/Ephemera Fair
Shop where the pros shop and find truly affordable prices, knowledgeable dealers and the best in fine, rare old books alongside exceptional ephemera. You’ll find it all with the LI Antiquarian Book Dealers Association and Flamingo Eventz at The LI Vintage Book and Ephemera Fair at the Garden City Field House (formerly St. Paul’s School), 295 Stewart Ave. Adult admission $6; young collectors 12-21 $3; under 12 free with adult admission. Free parking. Nov. 6 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Nov. 7 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday, November 7
Fall Fest Dinner
Come to a friendly church dinner beginning at 5:30 p.m. at Christ Episcopal Church, 33 Jefferson St. Gather family and friends for a delicious pork dinner and don’t cook. Tickets are $10 adults; $9 seniors; $5 children under 12. There will be raffles for everyone. Call 775-2626 for reservations.
Gross Indecency: The Three Trials of Oscar Wilde
Presented by the Nassau Community College Department of Theatre and Dance through Nov. 7 and Nov. 11 through Nov. 14. Performances begin at 8 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and 3 p.m. on Sunday. Written by Moises Kaufman, the play chronicles the artist’s incendiary real-world trial for “gross indecency” that captured the attention of Victorian society. Wilde, considered the greatest playwright and humorist of 19th-century London, faced three court trials stemming from a relationship with the handsome and much younger Lord Alfred Douglas. Ultimately, Wilde is convicted of and imprisoned. Drawing from real-life trial transcripts and Wilde’s words, the play looks at the eternal battle between art and morality while emphasizing the way that the powers-that-be try to exercise control over people’s private lives. Tickets $9; seniors aged 55 and over $7; college students with a fall 2010 ID free. Call 572-7676.
Terrorism Discussion
Temple Sholom of Westbury, 675 Brookside Ct., welcomes NYPD Detective Morty Dzikansky. His first-hand knowledge of suicide terrorism in Israel, Egypt, Turkey, Spain and Russia has helped keep New Yorkers safe. His compelling personal story and unrivaled experience in understanding how to counter this threat makes Detective Dzikansky a true hero with a riveting story and important insights. 1 p.m. Free of charge. Call 334-2800 to make a reservation.
Faith Versus Reason Discussion
The Institute of Interfaith Dialogue at Molloy College will host “A Contradictory Discussion Examining Faith Versus Reason” at 3 p.m. in the Hays Theatre, Wilbur Arts Center on the Molloy College Campus, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre. Join WABC radio commentator and co-host of Religion on the Line, Kevin McCormack and Brian Quinn as they engage in a discussion on two timely thought-provoking and influential literary works – Karen Armstrong’s The Case for God and Christopher Hitchens’ God Is Not Great. They will discuss and examine the literary works in detail. The Case for God, argues that faith and reason need not be a contradiction, while God Is Not Great calls for a renewed, inclusive enlightenment, for all. Call Marion Lowenthal 678-5000, ext. 6880.
Tuesday, November 9
Irish Cultural Society
Meeting at 8 p .m. at the Garden City Library, 60 Seventh St. Free and open to the public. The Cill Cais Players will perform Peggy O’Reilly’s Purse by Seamus Burke, a one-act comedy directed by Pat Rooney. The players are noted for their ability to transform a simple stage into a recognizable room from an Irish cottage. They are true amateurs in the original sense of the word, that is, people who love something, in this instance, people who love the theater and its ability to transform an audience.
The Transition Network
The role of The Transition Network, an association of women 50+, is to be there for its members as they navigate from professional careers to the next phase of their lives. The network offers assistance and support as its members travel through these transformations with the goal of reinventing retirement. Meet and Mingle at 6:30 p.m. at the Grand Lux Café, 630 Old Country Rd. (located in Roosevelt Field next to Loews Theatre). The program is free. Purchase your own refreshments. RSVP to ttnlievents@optonline.net.
Blood Drive
Mercy Medical Center, 1000 N. Village Ave., Rockville Centre, invites and encourages members of the community to participate in a Blood Drive to support LI Blood Services from 7 a.m. until 5 p.m. on the first floor of the St. Anne’s building on the hospital campus. Anyone between the ages of 17 and 75 who is in good health and weighs at least 110 pounds can donate blood. Healthy individuals over 75 can donate blood if they present written permission from their physician obtained within two weeks of their donation. Donors should have eaten and should bring reading glasses and ID with signature and know Social Security number. To register call Jeannie Jaeger 705-2589.
Stewart Manor Homemaker Evening Chapter
Including Garden City, Franklin Square, Floral Park and West Hempstead communities will hold its meeting in the Stewart Manor Village Hall at 7:30 p.m. The chapter will be having a Family Feud Game after the regular business meeting. Come and join them. For more information call Gina Mignone 437-9679.
Sunday, November 14
War and Remembrance: A Veteran’s Day Tribute
The Northwinds Symphonic Band, conducted by Helen P. Bauer, will open its fourth season at the Cradle of Aviation, at 2:30 p.m. The band will honor veterans past and present, performing a variety of patriotic standards and new publications that pay tribute to the rich history of our country and American military personnel. The program features several exciting and innovative selections including Gettysburg the 3rd Day, a thrilling re-enactment of the battle replete with a powerful cannonade and poignant aftermath. The Light Eternal musically recounts the story of The Four Chaplains who perished on an American troop transport vessel during WWII. Soprano Catherine Goldman will be featured in A Place Called Home by Alan Mencken. Northwinds will also be performing In Their Honor by Glen Head composer Carl Strommen. Dr. Peter K. Lynch will narrate Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address and clarinetist G. Edward Smith will play music by many famous composers. Admission is free.
Sisterhood/Men’s Club Meeting
Joint meeting of Sisterhood/Men’s Club of Congregation Beth Israel, 141 Hilton Ave., Hempstead, will be held at 10:30 a.m. The program is a book discussion, led by Adrienne Mantis, on The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by Shaffer and Barows. This should prove to be a very interesting and entertaining morning. Refreshments served. All welcome. No fee. Call 489-1818.
Catherine of Siena Lecture
Presented by Molloy College’s Siena Women’s Center and hosted by Dr. Cheryl Camenzuli and Dr. Lillian Bozak DeLeo of the center at 3 p.m. in the Hays Theatre on the Molloy College Campus, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre. This year’sfeatured guest will be Dr. Maureen O’Connell, assistant professor of theology, Fordham University, who will be presenting “If These Walls Could Talk: Community Muralism and Social Justice.” During her presentation, Dr. O’Connell will discuss the theme as she presents slides of various murals and discusses her experiences interacting with the communities in which these murals are located. This lecture is free and open to the public. Call 678-5000, ext. 6302.
Thursday, November 18
ThanksGiving Ball
Family & Children’s, one of LI’s largest human care agencies, is holding its annual ThanksGiving Ball for at the Garden City Hotel. This annual dinner dance raises much needed funds for the agency whose mission is to care for Long Islanders in need. Attendees will celebrate the season of giving by enjoying cocktails, live music, gourmet dining, a silent auction and raffle prizes. Honorees, Joe Patellaro and Sandy Claghorn, supporters of Family & Children’s, will receive the James J. Harnett Humanitarian Award. They work to spread news of the agency’s efforts on behalf of LI’s most vulnerable children, seniors, veterans, families and communities. Anyone wishing to join the festivities and support the good work being done by Family & Children’s should call 746-0350, ext. 364 or email giving@familyandchildrens.org.
Saturday, November 20
Café Ablaze Christian Coffeehouse
Reopens with a gala to celebrate its second anniversary. Featured entertainment will be the veteran LI-based band of contemporary Christian recording artists, Eyewitness. Lead vocalist will be well known LI Christian singer and solo recording artist, Sienna. “Opener” is singer/songwriter Tommy-Lee Sexton. Enjoy great coffee and desserts at candlelit tables in a friendly, casual atmosphere. Singles, couples, and groups of friends welcome. Doors open at 7 p.m.; performance from 7:30 p.m. to about 10 p.m. with a half hour intermission to include door prize drawings and a special dessert. Enter Resurrection Lutheran Church, 420 Stewart Ave., near Clinton Rd. on the Emmet Pl. side by the lighted Café Ablaze sign. Tickets are $10 each; two for $15 and are sold at the door. Reservations suggested through Lori at cafeablaze@gmail.com or 739-1537. A separate freewill offering is collected for the talent.
A Night of Grown Up Comedy
A night of hilarious fun with comedians Johnny Lampert and Sherry Davey at 7:30 p.m. at Temple Tikvah, 3315 Hillside Ave., New Hyde Park. Fee $20 in advance; $25 at the door. Contact information: funevents@templetikvah.org or 746-1120.
Sunday, November 21
Restaurant Auction
Viewing of the list of more than 125 LI restaurants for the live auction will be at 12:30 p.m. with the auction beginning at 2 p.m. at Congregation Beth Israel, 141 Hilton Ave., Hempstead. There will be bidding on these gift certificates and in addition a silent auction too. Donation of $5 includes a lavish gourmet dessert table. For further information, call Auctioneer Al 481-4743.
Upcoming Events
Social Justice Now!
Nassau Community College presents a series of events to celebrate its 2010-2011 College-wide theme of Social Justice Now! This series is sponsored by the Center for Arts and Humanities. All programs are free, unless otherwise noted, and open to the public. For more information about the Center for Arts and Humanities, call Claudia Funk 572-8002:
•Nov. 9 – Dec. 22: Firehouse Plaza Art Gallery – Accelerate. For this exhibit, emerging artists aged 16 to 25 were asked to consider the many personal reasons that accelerate the desire to create. This exhibition is organized by VSA Arts, with support from Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. Call 572-0619 for gallery hours.
•Nov. 9: The Social and Historical Implications of Jazz presented by Dr. Michael Steinman, NCC History Department. Building G, Room C-65 at 11:30 a.m.
Defensive Driving Courses
Conducted by the Automobile Club of NY in the Garden City office located at 229 Seventh St. Save money; reduce violation points; sharpen skills. The cost is $39 for AAA members; $32 Plus members; $32 members 60 and older; $32 members 16-24 years old; $49 nonmembers; special group rates available. Dates and rates subject to change. Online class available. Visit AAA.com/DefensiveDriving. Reservations required. Call 873-2381. Online class available. Visit AAA.com/DefensiveDriving. The following dates are offered:
•Nov 7 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
•Nov 8 and 15 from 6:15 to 9:15 p.m.
•Nov 12 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
•Nov 13 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
•Nov 17 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
•Nov 29 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Garden City High School 10 Year Reunion
Will be held on Nov. 26 from 8 p.m. to midnight at the Nassau County Bar Association, 15th and West Sts., Mineola. $85 per person; $100 after Nov. 1 or at the door. Send checks made out to cash to: Gina Paulson, 252-35 60 Ave., Little Neck, New York 11362. Include your contact telephone number on check. Email gpaulson19@gmail.com for questions.
At the Irish American Center
Located at 297 Willis Ave., Mineola. Call 746-9392 or 742-8080 for reservations. Coffee, tea and Irish soda bread will be served all events and the bar will be open for your pleasure:
•Nov. 5: The Cill Players In the Shadow of the Glen and Peggy O’Reilly’s Purse. 8 p.m. Donation $20.
•Nov. 6: Snowbird Dance featuring the Billy Hickey Band. 8:30 p.m. Donation $20. Bring canned or dry food to be donated to a food kitchen in Margo’s memory.
•Nov. 14: Irish Christmas Fair featuring a multitude of vendors, Irish breakfast, hamburgers, hot dogs, coffee, tea, scones and more. Entertainment by Tom Deegan and Friends. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
•Nov. 20: Thanksgiving Dance featuring the Dennis Gallery Band. 8:30 p.m. Donation $20.
From Puccini to Pop
It’s glee meets “The People’s Tenor,” Michael Amante. The 5th Annual Tribute to U.S. Disabled Veterans. Kathleen Mucciolo Kolins and Wayne Kolins, founders, Music and Theatre Legacy Foundation, sponsor the Garden City Middle School Festival Chorus, a modern glee club in a guest appearance with Michael Amante. Share this gleeful musical journey and the celebration of the power of music and magical effect of arts in education. Dec. 12 at 3 p.m. at the Theatre at Westbury. Presale ticket price $65. This is not a fundraiser for the Music and Theatre Legacy Foundation. A portion of the ticket proceeds benefit the Achilles Freedom Team of Wounded Veterans and DAV Chapter 76 National Amputation Foundation. For ticket information call 800-745-3000 or buy tickets online at www.ticketmaster.com or LiveNation.com.
