1863 Thanksgiving
Saturday, November 27
Digestive Disorder Support Group
Thursday, December 2
Sociable Seniors Program
Thursday, December 2
Saturday, November 27
1863 Thanksgiving
Will be celebrated by Old Bethpage Village Restoration, Round Swamp Rd., Old Bethpage. Visitors will be able to enjoy the sights and smells of an old-fashioned Thanksgiving, as wood-burning stoves, beehive stoves, beehive ovens and hearths are used to prepare foods and baked goods made from 19th-century recipes. The culinary exhibits include the “spitting” and roasting of turkey in a tin reflector oven beside the Williams House hearth and preparation of pies at the Powell House. OBVR will also display 19th-century methods of food preservation employed for late fall crops. Historical period music will be played, while at the Noon Inn, children’s stories will be read several times each day. Call 572-8400. Nov. 27, 28 from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Thursday, December 2
Digestive Disorder Support Group
If you are suffering from a digestive motility disease/disorder or are a family member or caregiver and live on LI or nearby areas, you are encouraged to attend a digestive disorder support group. It will be a wonderful way of meeting others who share the same problems. The support group is free. The meetings will be at the Plainview-Old Bethpage Library, 999 Old Country Rd., Plainview, and meet the second Tuesday every other month from 7 to 9 p.m. Also on Feb 8, April 12 and June 14. Any questions contact Eileen at smithe@g-pact.org.
Sociable Seniors Program
“Israel Update.” The Press Officer from the Israeli Consulate General’s Office in New York will speak on Israeli Current Affairs. Noon at Temple Chaverim, 1050 Washington Ave. Lite lunch will be served. Cost $10/person. RSVP a must. Call 367-6100, ext. 103.
Community Menorah Lighting:
Corner of Manetto Hill Rd. and Washington Ave. at 7:30 p.m. Hot chocolate and snacks will be served.
Friday, December 3
Holiday Singles Dance/Toy Drive
At 8 p.m. at the Plainview Holiday Inn, Sunnyside Blvd. Bring a donation of a new and unwrapped toy for LI’s less fortunate kids, entry fee includes one drink. For more information visit www.singles forcharities.com.
Saturday, December 4
LI Roller Rebels Charity Bout
First-time contenders the Ladies of Laceration face off against current champs the Rolling Thundercats at Skate Safe America, 182 Bethpage Sweet Hollow Rd., Old Bethpage (249-1717). Doors open at 6, with a men’s bout starting off the evening at 6:30. Part of the proceeds to benefit The John Theissen Children’s Fund. Other charities will be showcased as well, including LI Cares, AMT Children of Hope Foundation, The Veteran’s Place, and many others. Tickets $10 in advance; $15 at the door; under 8 free. For ticket purchasing or other info, visit www.LongIslandRollerRebels.com.
Craft Fair and Flea Market
Hosted by the Catholic Daughters of the Americas #869 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at St. Ignatius Loyola School, 30 E Cherry Street.
Wednesday, December 8
Lunch and Learn
Come for stimulating study, good food and even better company at this monthly Lunch and Learn with Rabbi Conn. This month Lunch and Learn will center around a Chanukah theme. 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. at the Plainview Jewish Center, 95 Floral Dr. RSVP to the temple office by Dec. 6 to join the group for lunch. Suggested donation is $5 per person. Lunch and Learn is held on the second Wednesday of each month. Call 938-8610.
Thursday, December 9
Community Health Chat
“Improving Your Balance and Staying Safe” presented by the “STARS” team of North Shore-LIJ Health System. Free. 1 to 2 p.m. at the POB Library, 999 Old Country Rd. Call the Mid-Island Y JCC 822-3535, ext. 381.
