Benefit for Max Devane:
Friday, April 29
“Little Make A Difference Day”:
Saturday, April 30
Crazy For You to Open:
Friday, May 6
Friday, April 29
Benefit for Max Devane – A Night for Max
The members of the Estates Engine and Protection Engine Fire Company of The New Hyde Park Fire Department will hold a fundraiser for Max Devane, who was seriously injured while battling a basement fire on 6th Avenue in New Hyde Park on February 4. He was in the hospital for five weeks and then in rehabilitation to recover from his injuries. Due to this, he was forced to withdraw from his college classes and miss an entire semester of school and may not be able to resume his summer job due to his ongoing recuperation. The fundraiser will be held at 7 p.m. at the Protection Engine Company firehouse at 11 South 5th Street, New Hyde Park. All donations will be used to offset Max’s expenses related to the college semester he was forced to miss. Included in the fundraiser will be food, drink, music and raffles. Admission is $20 and a night of fun is guaranteed for an extremely worthy cause. If you are unable to attend, please send your check donation to the Max Devane Fund, New Hyde Park Fire Department, 155 Jericho Turnpike, New Hyde Park.
New Hyde Park Memorial Girls Lacrosse to Be Broadcast Live on MSG
The girls lacrosse game between New Hyde Park HS and Mepham HS on Friday, April 29 at 4:30 p.m. will be broadcast live during the online streaming video.
Saturday, April 30
Williston Park Beautification to Hold
“Little Make A Difference Day”
The Williston Park Beautification Committee, in order to honor Earth Day, will hold “Little Make a Difference Day” to begin at 9 a.m. Meet in the Williston Park Village Hall parking lot, at the rear of 494 Willis Avenue. T-shirts garbage bags and gloves will be provided. Please bring rakes and shovels. Groups will be assigned to public areas within the village and the committee asks only an hour or two of time to help clean up and beautify Williston Park for the spring. School groups, Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts and all residents are invited to join. Please email ccarboine@willistonpark.org. for questions, information or to register your group.
Go Dog Go at Long Island Children’s Museum
At 12:30 and 3:30 p.m. P.D. Eastman’s classic children’s book comes to life on the LICM stage in an exploration of movement, color and space. The dogs delve into life with gusto, creating a visual spectacle for the audience to enjoy. They snorkel. They howl at the moon. They ride on a wheel. They sing, dance and climb trees. This show is like a pop-up book that comes to life – and never stops. Go, Dog. Go! was first presented by Seattle Children’s Theatre for the 2002-2003 season and is produced by special arrangement with “Plays for Young Audiences”, a partnership of Seattle Children’s Theater and Children’s Theatre Company – Minneapolis Ages: 3 and up. Fee: $8 with museum admission ($6 LICM members), $12 theater only.
Sunday, May 1
American Legion Auxiliary/Fund Raiser
Enjoy an afternoon of fun at the American Legion Auxiliary Post 144, 730 Willis Ave., Williston Park Grocery Bingo on May 1 starting from 2 to 5 p.m. A $7 donation entitles you to one Bingo Board, one set of specials, coffee and cake. Raffle prizes and Chinese Auction. Our building is wheelchair accessible. Come join us and help us support the veterans and youth in our community. For additional information, please contact Christine Horvath, 248-4103.
Irish Society to Hold Annual Spring Dinner Dance
The Irish-American Society of Nassau, Suffolk and Queens will hold its Annual Spring Dinner Dance at Irish Society Center, 297 Willis Avenue, Mineola. Honorees are Maureen and Jeff Clark. Donation is $35 per person. Dinner is scheduled for 5 p.m. with dancing from 6 to 10 p.m. Cash bar. The dinner to be catered by Brendan and Ann Kerins. All reservations due by April 19. For information and reservations, please call the Irish American Center at 746-9392
Divine Mercy Sunday
Divine Mercy Sunday. Please join us at St, Catherine of Sienna Church. Mass at 1 p.m. recitation of Chaplet in song, adoration, blessing with first class relic of St. Faustina, veneration and confession to follow. Church is located at 33 New Hyde Park Road, Franklin Square. Any questions, please call Donna Fodale at 216-1462
Monday, May 2
Shelter Rock Library to Host Free Workshop
Shelter Rock Public Library will present a free workshop on “Stress-Free Living” held at Temple Tikvah, 3315 Hillside Avenue, New Hyde Park at 7 p.m. on May 2. A Global Harmony House volunteer will enlighten and lead participants in learning to identify different levels of stress and to rise above them to create a relaxed mind and body. No tickets are required. Seating is limited and on a first-come basis. For further information and directions, please call 248-7363.
Wednesday, May 4
Salvation Army to Hold 30th Annual Benefit Concert
The Salvation Army Nassau County Advisory Board is pleased to announce the 30th Annual Benefit Band Concert featuring the Salvation Army New York Staff Band and Chorus is set for 7 pm at the Cathedral of the Incarnation in Garden City. Proceeds from sponsorships and journal ads will be used to benefit the Youth Enrichment Programs of The Salvation Army, including sending deserving children to Star Lake Summer Camp. For information on how to donate or for further information about the concert, please call Sidney Glee at 485-4900 Ext. 13
Thursday, May 5
The History of Israel from Zionism to State of Israel
At Temple Tikvah, 3315 Hillside Avenue, New Hyde Park at 8 p.m. Cantor Guy Bonne will present the history of Israel from Zionism to the present State of Israel. Temple members are free, non members $10. Please call Shancy Fuller at 746-4889 for advanced reservations.
Friday, May 6
Crazy For You to Open on Herricks Community Theater
The Herricks Community Players musical production of Crazy for You, under the direction of the talented John Hayes and producer Carol Hayes, promises to be another smash hit filled with the talented performers from all over Long Island. Crazy for You may be seen on May 6, 7, 13, 14, 15, 20, 21 and 22. For tickets and further information, please call 742-1926.
The Prince Who Wouldn’t Talk At William Gill Theater
The first show to be presented in the newly refurbished William Gill Theatre atop New Hyde Park Village Hall, corner of New Hyde Park Road and Jericho Turnpike on May 6 at 7 p.m. and again on May 7 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Ticket distribution will be at village hall on April 29 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Saturday, April 30 from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. upstairs at the William Gill theater. Monday, May 2 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. upstairs at the William Gill Theater. The show under the direction of Marilyn McClean promises to be a huge hit.
Saturday, May 7
Classic Children’s Storybook Brought to Life
It’s a brand new month at LICM and they are celebrating with some literary favorites! Visitors are invited to the LICM Theater for a live performance of the classic storybook If You Give a Mouse a Cookie. Visitors can also join in a reading of another classic – Go Dog Go –and then create a fancy hat to go along with the story! Flowers in Bloom Tuesday, May 3 through Friday, May 6 from 2:30 – 4 p.m. No dirt required! Come to the inner lobby and create a basket full of beautiful blooming flowers using cut paper and other exciting materials. All ages. Free with museum admission. What a Hat! Saturday, May 7 from 2-3 p.m. “Hello!” “Do you like my hat?” “Good-bye!” And so goes the first meeting of two fun-loving dogs in P.D. Eastman’s book, Go, Dog, Go! Join us for a reading of this children’s classic then create a silly party hat that will make big dogs and little dogs everywhere say, “What a hat!” All ages. Free with museum admission. KaleidoZone Gallery – Swirls, Waves & Puzzles: The Art of Alli Berman Through Sunday, May 8 Do you love puzzles? Then be sure to come and explore this unique exhibit featuring interactive PuzzleArt created by Alli Berman. Brightly colored, highly textured, fully interactive and lots of FUN! Art will come alive right in front of your eyes! All ages. Free with museum admission. All activities will be held at the Long Island Children’s Museum, 11 Davis Avenue, Garden City, NY. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Museum admission: $10 for adults and children over one-year old, $9 seniors, free to museum members and children under one-year old. Additional fees for theater and special programs may apply. For additional information, contact 224-5800.
Spring Rummage Sale at United Methodist Church
The United Metjhodist Church of Hempstead, 40 Washington Street, is hold a spring Rummage Sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Included will be a white elephant sale and a baked goos, clothing, furniture, toys, linens and more. Refreshments available from 9 to 11 a.m. for a nominal donation.
Wednesday, May 11
Spinner’s Grinners Laughter Yoga in New Hyde Park
Take time to participate in a series of laughter, breathing and playfulness exercises with many, many health benefits. You don’t have to be happy, you don’t have to be funny, you don’t even need a sense of humor! Everyone can do this! No joke! We will not be laying on the floor and no knowledge of yoga is necessary. All activities are done either sitting or standing. We meet twice per month, on a Wednesday night (for approx. 1 hr, 10 min.). Meeting starts at 7:30 p.m. sharp. Ages: 13-80. Admission fee: $10 per meeting. Includes laughter yoga class, lending library of meaningful books, CD’s and DVD’s, and monthly newsletter at no extra charge. Ask about membership – $40 savings. To attend the laughter yoga class and for further details, contact Rosanne T. Spinner, Holistic Health Coach, at: www.RosanneSpinner.com or call (516) 328-2367.
Thursday, May 12
Hillside Library Board of Trustees to Meet
The Hillside Library Board of Trustees will meet at 7:30 p.m. at the library at 155 Lakeville Road, New Hyde Park.
Saturday, May 14
Holy Spirit Rosary Altar Society Plant/ Cake Sale
The Holy Spirit Rosary Altar Society will hold a plant and cake sale, in the school auditorium, from 4 to 6 p.m.and again on May 15 from 8:30 a.m. until 2 p.m at 13 South 6th Street, New Hyde Park. Delicious home-baked cakes, cookies, cupcakes, etc. will be available as well as beautiful plants and hanging baskets. There will also be raffles for baskets of cheer. For further details, please call 354-4820
Tuesday, May 17
Doe Club of New Hyde Park to Hold Chinese Auction
The Doe Club of New Hyde Park will hold its Annual Chinese Auction at the New Hyde Park Elks Club, 901 Lakeville Road, New Hyde Park, doors to open at 6:30 p.m. Donation is $25 and will include 30 auction tickets and dinner from soup to fortune cookies. Reservations please call Kathy Luecken at 481-6169 prior to May 2. Reservations limited to 150 guests.
Wednesday, May 25
Spinner’s Grinners Laughter Yoga
Take time to participate in a series of laughter, breathing and playfulness exercises with many, many health benefits. You don’t have to be happy, you don’t have to be funny, you don’t even need a sense of humor! Everyone can do this! No joke! We will not be laying on the floor and no knowledge of yoga is necessary. All activities are done either sitting or standing. We meet twice per month, on a Wednesday night (for approx. 1 hr, 10 min.). Meeting starts at 7:30 p.m. sharp. Ages: 13-80. Admission fee: $10 per meeting. Includes laughter yoga class, lending library of meaningful books, CD’s and DVD’s, and monthly newsletter at no extra charge. Ask about membership – $40 savings. To attend the laughter yoga class and for further details, contact Rosanne T. Spinner, Holistic Health Coach, at: www.RosanneSpinner.com or call (516) 328-2367
Save the Date
Saturday, June 4
Williston Park Picnic at Belmont Racetrack
At Belmont Racetrack come and picnic with Williston Park friends and neighbors. Bring your own cooler lunch (no glass bottles allowed) and the Williston Park Recreation Committee will provide the dessert…the horses will provide the excitement. Starting at noon at Belmont, enter through Gate 3, off Hempstead Turnpike. $12 for adults (13 and over); $10 (Children 3-12). Special section reserved just for Williston Park residents at Top of-Strech, enter at main gate. Sign up now, forms available at Williston Park Village Hall, 494Willis Avenue, Williston Park. For further information please call Tim Casey at 996-7792.
