Albert Tepper Memorial Concert:
Friday, June 3
Tzu Chi Blood Drive:
Saturday, June 4
Quilt Exhibit:
Ongoing Programs
Friday, May 27
Sharing Light…A Healing Celebration
Facilitated by Peter Goldbeck. It doesn’t matter if you are a newbie, a Reiki master or just want to experience healing energies. This night will include group individual healings, plus powerful attunements for all. 7 to 9:30 p.m. at Studio 360 Holistic Center, 360 Jericho Tpke., Mineola. Call for fee: 1-917-539-3001.
Sunday, May 29
The Anatomy of Healing: An Acupuncturist’s Perspective
What is illness and what does it take to come back to a state of wholeness? Why do we sometimes feel worse when we give up the junk food and adopt a healthier lifestyle? Being diagnosed with a chronic illness can throw us into a state of fear, shock or disbelief and our expectations often become an obstacle to healing. A new way of perceiving the changes in our body may be an important step in our healing journey. Marie Regis, licensed acupuncturist, will share from her clinical experience and from the Chinese medicine perspective on the physiology of healing. There will be ample time for questions and answers. 4 to 5 p.m. at The Acupuncture & Wellness Center, 29 Barstow Rd, Suite 304, Great Neck. Call Marie at 455-2206 to confirm as seating is limited.
Thursday, June 2
Herricks Carnival
Sponsored by the Herricks Community Fund, June 2 through June 5 at the Herricks Community Center, 999 Herricks Rd., New Hyde Park. Games, adult and kiddie rides, live music. Thursday 6 to 9 p.m.; Friday 6 to 10 p.m.; Saturday noon to 10 p.m.; Sunday noon to 8 p.m. Discounted advance sales. $20 vouchers for one-day bracelets at the Community Center main office. Monday-Friday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. (ending June2). Extended hours for advanced sales – May 31, June 1 from 4 to 9 p.m.; June 2 to 5 p.m. sharp. Major credit cards accepted. One-day bracelets $30 at the carnival. 50 percent of advanced sales benefit the HCF. Carnival prices subject to change without notice.
Friday, June 3
Albert Tepper Memorial Concert
Hofstra University’s Music Department, the LI Composers Alliance and The American Chamber Ensemble present a very special concert in memory of Albert Tepper at 8 p.m. at the Helene Fortunoff Theater of the Monroe Lecture Center, California Ave., on the campus of Hofstra University, Hempstead. A selection of Mr. Tepper’s songs, duos, theater and chamber music will be offered, along with spoken tributes by his friends and colleagues. Performers will be ACE Directors Naomi Drucker and Blanche Abram with pianists Marilyn Lehman and Nancy Deutsch, violinist Deborah Wong, violist Lois Martin, flutists Denise Lozano and Patricia Spencer and soprano Tammy Hensrud. Free and open to the public. Donations will be accepted for the Albert Tepper Memorial Scholarship Fund. Call 799-8815 or visit http://www.licamusic.org/.
Saturday, June 4
Tzu Chi Blood Drive
Tzu Chi Long Island Office is hosting a Blood Drive. Each blood donation can save as many as three lives. All donors must be 17-75 years old, weigh at least 110 pounds, are not HIV positive, have never been infected with hepatitis B or C, have not donated blood within the past 2 months and be in good health. Donors should remember to bring a valid ID (picture and signature) and donor card, if they have one, eat a good meal before they come (nutritious, not fatty) and drink plenty of fluids (juice and water). 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Tzu Chi L.I. Office, 60 E. Williston Ave., East Williston. If you would like to sign-up or need further information, call Tzu Chi L.I. Office 873-6888 or Joe 917-678-2536.
Monday, June 6
Breast Cancer Paths to Wellness Program
Free workshop on Guided Imagery for current and past breast cancer patients. Participants will experience a deep relaxing meditation and guided imagery encounter that can increase physical and emotional well-being. The power of imagination can stimulate changes in the body, create calm and focus, and enhance awareness of the “inner world.” Research shows that this interactive approach helps to reduce symptoms and affect the overall outcome of many therapies. Instructor Lynne Fain is a licensed clinical social worker, psychotherapist and educator/trainer who is certified in interactive guided imagery. Ms. Fain is a cancer survivor. 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Alumni House, 154 Cambridge Ave., Adelphi University. Pre-registration is required. Call 877-4325. This series is support by Meghan’s Pansies, a special fund of the Adelphi program.
Saturday, June 11
Tony Award-Winning Play to Be Performed
The Homecoming, Harold Pinter’s most controversial and compelling play, is to be presented by The Ethical Players at the Ethical Humanist Society, 38 Old Country Rd., on June 11, 18, 15 at 8 p.m. and June 12, 19 at 2:30 p.m. Doors open half hour before the performances; seating is intimate and limited. There will be a discussion of the play for those who wish to stay afterward. Suggested donation $20. Call 741-7304.
Upcoming Events
Defensive Driving Courses
Conducted by the AAA 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. The following dates are offered:
•June 4 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
•June 6 and 8 from 6:15 to 9:15 p.m.
•June 12 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
•June 16 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
•June 25 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
•June 30 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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 third Friday at 2 p.m. at St. Bernard’s Parish Center, 3100 Hempstead Tpke., Levittown.
•June 13 (and every second Monday of the month) at 6 p.m. at the Church of St. Jude, 3606 Lufberry Ave., Wantagh.
•July 6 (and every first Wednesday of the month) at 11 a.m. in Room 12, St. Frances de Chantal, 1309 Wantagh Ave., Wantagh.
Board Meetings
Cultural and Recreational Affairs Board of Commissioners meets on the first Tuesday of each month (except July and August) at 7:30 p.m. at St. Paul’s Senior Center.
Architectural Design Review Board meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 8 p.m. at Village Hall.
Zoning Board of Appeals meets at 7:30 p.m. at Village Hall on the fourth Tuesday of each month.
Planning Commission meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at Village Hall.
Environmental Advisory Board meets at 8 p.m. at Village Hall on the last Wednesday (except July and August) of each month.
Traffic Commission meets on the third Thursday (except July and August) of each month at 8 p.m. at Village Hall.
Weekly Events
•Waldorf Choral Society. Do you love to sing? Rehearsals are every Monday from 8 to 10 p.m. at the Waldorf School, Cambridge Ave. For audition information call 747-4457.
•Long Term Care Workshop, a free informative workshop conducted by Jim McTighe of McTighe & Capaccio, LLC, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Tuesdays at 1001 Franklin Ave., Suite 207. Workshops are limited to no more than 10 people. Bagels and coffee served. Reservations only. Call Terry 739-1240, ext. 312.
•Free Prenatal Consultations offered by Village Pediatrics, 975 Franklin Ave., on Tuesdays at 5 p.m. Parents are invited to meet the physicians prior to the child’s birth. Call 248-8334 for an appointment.
•Free Bereavement Group, a support group for individuals grieving the loss of a loved one meets at 7 p.m. on Wednesdays at the Ethical Humanist Society, 38 Old Country Rd. Call 741-7304.
•LI Chess Nuts meets at 38 Old Country Rd., Thursdays from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. for K to 3rd grade; and Fridays from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. for fourth grade and up. Optional lessons for beginners and advanced players available at 4 and 5:30 p.m. For more information call Margarita Lanides at 739-3907.
Monthly Events
•Calling All War Time Veterans (WWII, Korea, Vietnam, Iran, Iraq). VFW Garden City Park Post #120 invites you to become a member. Meet new service buddies, share experiences and become involved in your community. Meetings are held on the first Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at 2162 Jericho Tpke., Garden City Park. Call Cmdr. G. Popowitz 746-0662.
•Young Widows/Widowers Social Group, a nonsectarian, nonprofit organization of widows and widowers ages 40 to 69 years of age. Fee for members is $3, nonmembers $5. Meets at 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at St. Joseph’s Church, 5th St. and Franklin Ave., Garden City, on the third Wednesday of each month. Call Diana 481-9280. No meeting at the church during July and August.
•Order Sons of Italy meetings are held on the third Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the VFW Hall, Lincoln Rd., Franklin Square. There are entertaining programs and refreshments and food are served free at every meeting. Call Sal Palmeri 328-0333 for an application.
•Ethical Issues in the News will be presented by the Ethical Humanist Society of LI on the first Sunday of each month at 10 a.m. at the society, 38 Old Country Rd. Call 741-7304.
Ongoing Programs
Epilepsy Foundation
Located at 506 Stewart Ave. (739-7733) the following is offered:
•Free Puppet Show on Seizure Disorder. A free children’s program on epilepsy using the internationally acclaimed “Kids on the Block” troupe of puppets to public and private elementary schools. These shows are appropriate for the 3rd and 4th grades levels but can be tailored to your needs. Programs are also available for junior and senior high classes. Call Janet Romeo, ext. 145.
•Support Groups. Do you have seizures? Are you having difficulty with jobs, relationships, etc.? Are you isolating from your family and friends? If you answered yes to any or all of the above questions, we have group for you. Call Jennifer Colbert, CSW, ext. 400.
Quilt Exhibit
The Mallette Gallery at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Central Nassau, 223 Stewart Ave. (at Nassau Blvd.), Garden City, will feature an exhibit of quilts by Janet through May 31. Call 248-8855 to arrange for other times to view the exhibit.
Anger Management
Contact Lani McElgun, M.A., LMFT, at 520 Franklin Ave., Suite 213, or call 428-1167 for information on the following: Group: Turn angry behaviors into more productive ones; learn healthier ways to communicate with spouse, children, co-workers. Individual: Combine individual therapy and anger management techniques. Both are held on a weekly basis and facilitated by a licensed marriage and family therapist, also certified in anger management. Court mandates welcome.
Bereavement Groups
Contact Catherine Bottari, LCSW, at 500 Old Country Rd., Suite 300 or call 732-6964 for information on the following:
•Group 1: A woman’s bereavement group is available to help women share and learn about their grief. Groups are held on a weekly basis and are facilitated by a licensed clinical social worker.
•Group 2: A 12-week bereavement support group is available for children ages 7 to 9. Groups will be held on Saturdays and are facilitated by a licensed social worker.
Sons of Italy
Order Sons of Italy in America is seeking new members to join the America Lodge #2245, Franklin Square, Elmont, West Hempstead, Floral Park, Garden City, Stewart Manor and Malverne. The lodge co-ed with many projects that enhance the preservation of the member’s Italian heritage and raises funds for contributions to worthy charities. Meetings are held on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the VFW Hall, Lincoln Rd., Franklin Square. There are entertaining programs, refreshments and food served free at every meeting. Call Sal Palmeri 328-0333.
Cradle of Aviation Museum
In the world of aviation, signals and coded messages are an important part of how airplanes and air traffic control speak everyday. The Cradle of Aviation Museum has a variety of free family activities. Walk through the eight museum galleries and you’ll walk through over 100 years of aerospace history with 75 planes and space craft and a variety of examples of how pilots navigated and communicated from the early days of flight through the space program. Museum activities are free with admission and are available each day from noon to 4 p.m. The museum also is home to the IMAX Dome Theatre and is located on Charles Lindbergh Blvd., Museum Row. Call 572-4111.
NC Coalition Against Domestic Violence
The Coalition is a member agency of the Garden City Community Fund, United Community Fund of Great Neck, Community Chest of Port Washington and United Way of LI. Call 222-2293 for information the following:
•Support groups with individual counseling for incest survivors and survivors of rape and sexual assault. Services are confidential and free of charge. These services are also extended to family members and partners of survivors.
•The coalition operates a safe home for battered women and their children. The Coalition’s Safe Home for Abused Families provides shelter, advocacy and legal assistance, in a safe, warm, supportive, attractive environment. Call the 24-hour hotline 542-0404. The hotline and all services are free and confidential and a counselor can help you find safety.
•If you are 60 or older and suffering from abuse, mistreatment or neglect at the hands of family members or someone who is living with you, help is available. Counseling, legal advocacy and support services to seniors in need of help is offered. All services are free and confidential. Call 542-0404.
School Closings and Delayed Openings
Will be posted on the Garden City Public Schools website at: www.gardencity.k12.ny.us and will also be available on the following stations: WCBS 880 AM; WOR 710 AM; WGBB 1240 AM; WALK 1370 AM; WINS 1010 AM; WHLI 1100 AM; WKJY 98.3 FM; television News 12 LI. Do not contact the police or fire departments for confirmation about school closings.
