Day of Reflection:
Saturday, March 5
Hicksville Gardens Civic Association Meeting:
Thursday, March 10
Eyes of Learning:
Friday, March 11
Saturday, March 5
Day of Reflection
The Joseph Barry Council of the Knights of Columbus has announced the council’s fourth annual Day of Reflection. Rev. Robert Lauder, professor of philosophy at St. John’s University is the featured speaker. Father Lauder is the author of over 12 books and is a columnist for The Long Island Catholic, The Tablet and America. His talk will be based on his 2010 book, Love & Hope. The event will take place from 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the council, 45 Heitz Pl. The afternoon will begin with lunch. Tickets are $10 per person. Call Don Cleary (433-0360), Tom Gill (433-8607) or Mike Dantuono (248-6848) for tickets.
Thursday, March 10
Hicksville Gardens Civic Association
Will have its next general meeting at 7 p.m. at the Hicksville Public Library in the Kenneth Barnes Community Room. Guest speakers from National Grid, LI Green and EM Power will discuss ways to save money on our household energy budget and help reduce USA dependence on foreign oil. The speakers will also explain: How to get a free energy audit for your home, how to use solar power in your home, how to get LIPA and National Grid subsidies and federal tax credits worth up to tens of thousands of dollars for your home. Local contractors will also be present who can answer questions and provide additional information. With the rising cost of fuel you cannot afford to miss this meeting. This and all meetings are open to the general public so bring neighbor and get involved in our community we all call home.
Friday, March 11
The Eyes of Learning
A non-profit organization dedicated to higher learning in the metaphysical field held at Levittown Hall, 201 Levittown Pky., Hicksville. Members $10; nonmembers $15. Call 731-0909. Go to www.eyesoflearning.org. Lecture: “One Ordinary Man’s Journey Into Enlightenment and the Light with Michael Fischman, resident U.S. Art of Living Foundation and author of, Stumbling into Infinity, a book highly recommended by Dr. Deepak Chopra. This is a fascinating account that Michael will personally and intimately share with us. Experience first hand Michael’s startling and compelling story of his unique spiritual journey and encounter with a great Vedic master, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, that changed his life forever. Michael’s captivating journey and personal memoirs will take you into the compassionate and mysterious world of an enlightened seer. You will be moved and inspired to see how much better your life and the world can be through meditation, service to others and a deep sense of gratitude. Michael will share a guided meditation and a simple energizing breathing technique that one can practice daily to develop a deeper peace in oneself and a better spiritual understanding of life. 8 p.m.
Sunday, March 13
All-You-Can-Eat Pancake Breakfast
The East Meadow Kiwanis Club offers a delicious way to help others in need. Unlimited juice, pancakes, eggs, sausages, coffee and tea. Plus, free blood pressure screening, face painting, balloons and raffle drawings for a Canon PowerShot 12 MP Digital Camera, Amazon Kindle Reading Device and Toshiba 19” LCD/DVD Combo TV. Proceeds go toward the club’s college scholarship and underprivileged children projects. Only $5 adults; $3 seniors, students and children. 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. in the East Meadow High School cafeteria, 101 Carman Ave., East Meadow. Contact Gary Fromowitz at 455-9344 for info.
Music and Dance Program
The Blue Spruce Cloggers Dance Company will present a free program of music and dance at 2 p.m. in the Hicksville Library, 169 Jerusalem Ave. Blue Spruce Cloggers perform high-energy clog, tap and Irish-step dancing, accompanied by three Bluegrass musicians on fiddle, banjo and mandolin.
Upcoming Events
Blood Drive
The 3rd Annual Sarah Grace Weippert Memorial Blood Drive will take place Saturday, March 26 at the William P. Bennett Community Center, 28 Carl St., Hicksville, from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Donors must weigh at least 110 pounds, be between the ages of 16-76 (16-year-olds need parental consent; 76 and older need doctors note) and have a signed photo ID. For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact Matthew or Marissa Weippert at 433-9745 or email Matt.Weippert@The SarahGraceFoundation.org.
Westbury Friends School Events
Programs are for twos and very young threes. Parent or caregiver must stay with the child. It is a free series, but space is limited, so call to reserve your spot at one or all the sessions The school is located at 550 Post Ave., Westbury. Call 333-3178:
• March 9: “Toddler Story Time” series continues at 10 a.m. in the campus library. Listen to stories, sing songs and learn finger plays.
• March 15: New “Art, Toddler Style” series at 10 a.m. in the campus Art Studio. Explore art materials that engage the senses and inspire wonder and creativity. At this age, the emphasis is on process, exploration and discovery.
• March 21: New “Music, Toddler Style” series at 11 a.m. in the campus music room. Sing, dance and be a percussionist.
Stroke Support Groups
Stroke Life Society is a community organization of survivors and co-survivors in the pursuit of living and helping others. A stroke can be very isolating. By sharing experiences and encouraging one another, together we can face and overcome common challenges. All welcome. RSVP is requested but not required. For information and other locations and times, call Ben Thomas 398-4994:
• Every first Tuesday of the month at 11 a.m. at the Church of St. Jude, 3606 Lufberry Ave., Wantagh.
• March 13 (and every second Sunday of the month) at 4 p.m. in Room 12, St. Frances de Chantal, 1309 Wantagh Ave., Wantagh.
• March 18 at 2 p.m. at St. Bernard’s Parish Center, 3100 Hempstead Tpke., Levittown.
Vendors Wanted
Holy Trinity High School’s Spring Craft Fair will host over 100 vendors selling their spring crafts/flowers, plus food, refreshments, bake sale, raffles/Chinese auction. All proceeds go toward HT athletics and performing arts. The fair will be held on March 19 at Holy Trinity DHS, 98 Cherry Ln., Hicksville. Call 433-2900, ext. 119 or email titanclub@holytrinity hs.echalk.com.
Weekly Events
•Bible Studies conducted by the Cornerstone Christian Church of LI every Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. at 250 W. Old Country Rd., Country Bridge Plaza, (behind Antun’s Catering House; nearest cross road: Route 106). For more information call 342-1552 or go to www.cornerstonechristianchurch ny.com.
•Martial Arts America in Hicksville, 300 South Broadway, holds free Child Safety workshops on Saturdays. The free workshops are offered as part of the school’s monthly community service. For more information, visit www.MaaSchools.com or call 932-5275.
•Hicksville-Jericho Rotary Club meets every Thursday at 12:15 at Caracalla Ristorante, 102 Jericho Tpke., Syosset.
•Hicksville Homemakers business meeting from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the William Bennett Community Center, 28 W. Carl St. Come in and join the group and become a member. Classes held every Thursday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Monthly Events
•Charles Wagner American Legion Post 421, founded in 1919, meets the first and third Mondays of the month at 8 p.m. at the Hicksville VFW Hall, 320 S. Broadway, Hicksville. During July and August the post meets only the third Monday. All eligible veterans are most welcome. Dedicated to assisting veterans, POW-MIA, military, children and community. Call 338-6995 for information. Come and help your fellow veterans.
•William M. Gouse Jr. Post #3211 VFW meeting at 8 p.m. at 320 S. Broadway. For information call 931-7843. Meetings are held every second and fourth Monday of each month.
•William M. Gouse Jr. Post #3211 VFW Ladies Auxiliary meets at 8 p.m. at 320 S. Broadway. Meetings are held every second Monday of the month.
•Central Nassau Chapter #1592 AARP meets at 1 p.m. on the first Tuesday (except July and August) of the month at Levittown Town Hall, 201 Levittown Pky., Hicksville. Anyone over the age of 50 and a national AARP member is invited to attend. No fee. For information call 794-9158.
•Order Sons of Italy in America invites those interested to join the Galileo Galilei Lodge #2253 in Hicksville. The meetings are held on the second Tuesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at Wm. Bennett Community Building, 28 N. Carl St. Join by calling Marie Matassa 931-2843 for an application.
• Board of Fire Commissioners regular meetings are held on the second Tuesday of each month except in the month of December when the meeting is held on the first Tuesday. Meetings start at 6:30 p.m. in the board room of the E. Marie St. Firehouse. Meetings are also held on the third Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. at which time department matters and small details are discussed with the chiefs of the department.
•Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA) was founded in 1978, is congressionally chartered and exclusively dedicated to Vietnam-era veterans and their families. VVA Chapter #82 is your Nassau County Chapter and meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 8 p.m. at Hicksville’s VFW Hall. Call 677-5384 for further information or contact us by e-mail at info@vvachapter 82.org. Come and join your fellow Vietnam Veteran in support of each other.
•NC Mothers of Twins Club, a caring support, education and resource for parents of multiples. Meetings are at 7:30 p.m. at the Parkway Community Church, 95 Stewart Ave., on the third Tuesday of each month with the exception of July and December. Call 616-3366 or visit www.NCMOC.org.
•Hicksville Historical Society. The trustees, members (and guests) of the HHS meet on the fourth Tuesday of March, May, September and November in the Kenneth Barnes Community Room in the Hicksville Library at 7:15 p.m. Hickshistsoc@aol.com.
•Catholic War Veterans. All Catholics who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces are invited to attend the meeting of Joseph Barry Post No. 1946 of the Catholic War Veterans on the third Thursday of each month at 8 pm. at the Joseph Barry Knights of Columbus Council, 45 Heitz Pl. For information on joining call 433-5008.
•Perceptual Problems Affecting Reading/Learning. Free meetings about a little-known but common perceptual problem which affects the reading and learning capabilities of children and adults are held at Perceptual Change Associates, 120 Bethpage Rd., Hicksville. Seating is limited for the twice monthly meetings being held on the first Friday and second Thursday of each month from 2 to 3 p.m. For reservations to learn more about this easily correctable perceptual problem call 822-4900.
•Bethpage Masonic Lodge No. 975 Free and Accepted Masons will meet at 8 p.m. at the Hicksville Masonic Temple, 18 W. Nicholai St., Hicksville. For information call 731-2488. Meetings are every second and fourth Friday.
•The River Flows Coffee House, an evening of fellowship consisting of conversation, board games, music that rocks. Coffee provided by Starbucks and cake are offered. Presented by The River of Life Church, 15 Marie St., on the second Saturday of each month, from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. A free will offering of $7 per adult is allocated to a “Free Lunch Buffet” and other church ministries. Donations of food and personal hygiene products are needed to provide aid for the poor or homeless and can be dropped off Sundays from 1 to 3 p.m. or by appointment. Call Pastor James Cohen 937-9226.
Ongoing Programs
Central Nassau Guidance & Counseling Services
Located at 950 South Oyster Bay Rd., Hicksville. Call 822-4060. The following programs are offered:
•The Community Program open to all people over 60 who are dealing with issues related to drugs or alcohol. This is an opportunity to talk confidentially with your peers as well as having the support and guidance of a skilled professional. Medicare and most other insurances are accepted.
•A support group for those who have family members with mental illness meets Mondays from 7 to 8 p.m. The fee is $5 per family. The staff is comprised of psychiatrists, registered nurses and certified social workers. Call 822-6111.
•An outpatient substance abuse agency offering a Parenting Group on Tuesdays at 8 p.m. This group specializes in parenting issues for substance abusers as well as parents whose children use drugs. All inquiries are confidential.
•Women’s Domestic Issues group provides support and education to women experiencing domestic conflict, child abuse, substance abuse and related issues. The focus will be on education, support as well as empowerment and proactive behavior. The group will be held on Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Preregistration required.
•Young Adult Drug Addiction Group for people 18 to 21 who are recovering from drug addiction. The goals are to enhance skills, increase self-awareness and work toward a drug and alcohol free life. The group meets Thursdays at 8 p.m. All inquiries are confidential.
Exhibit
An ongoing exhibit of rocks and minerals, dinosaurs and fossils, butterflies and moths and historical artifacts and curiosities in Hicksville’s historic 1895 Heitz Place Courthouse. Now featuring the “Sights and Sounds” audioguide system in English and Spanish, the Naturalist’s Gift Shop and “Butterfly Days” every Thursday afternoon. Gregory Museum, Heitz Pl. and Bay Ave. Call 822-7505 or log onto www.gregorymuseum.org. Closed Mondays.
Eyes of Learning
A non-profit metaphysical study group held at Levittown Hall, Levittown Pky., Hicksville. Membership is $15 for individuals; $25 joint membership per year. As a member, you will continue to receive a calendar mailed to your home six times per year and be entitled to a discount at all E.O.L. programs. Contact Patricia at: membership@eyesoflearning.org. Call 731-0909.
HUMC Food Pantry Open
Hunger is a real issue facing our local area. In response to this need, the Hicksville United Methodist Church, 130 Old Country Rd., opened a food pantry. The pantry is open on Fridays from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Non-perishable foods, paper goods and hygiene items are given to our neighbors in need. Contact us if you can help in any way. The pantry relies on private donations. If you would like to help fill our shelves, we accept donations. Call 516-931-2626.
Thrift Shop
The Pretty New Thrift Shop, 238 Main St., Farmingdale. The shop supports the work of Central Nassau Guidance and Counseling Services, Inc., a multi-service mental health and substance abuse agency located in Hicksville. The shop is open Monday-Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and accepts gently used clothing, housewares, furniture and collectibles. Call 420-1394.
