LI Caribbean-American Heritage International Festival:
Saturday, June 18
Levittown Historical Society and Museum:
Monday, June 20
Veterans: Record Your Discharge Papers:
Monday, June 20
Saturday, June 18
LI Caribbean-American Heritage International Festival
LICAIF is a free, family-oriented event which will feature a wide array of music, arts and crafts, food, and displays from the various Caribbean Islands. This year’s event will feature Caribbean Gospel with world-renowned artist Shirley Willis, one of the founding members of the popular Grace Thrillers, Natalie Evans, and Barrington Reid. In addition, Soca and Calypso with Supa P, Adlib Steel Orchestra and the popular Angels Caribbean Band will perform, along with popular reggae artists Mighty Diamonds and Frankie Paul. Also back by popular demand are The Dream Castle Models. 2 to 9 p.m. at Harry Chapin Lakeside Theater in Eisenhower Park. For more information, contact the Jamaica Cultural Alliance at 646-750-0045.
Sunday June 19
Polish Picnic
Eisenhower Park – Cedar Section – 9 a.m. until dusk.
Monday, June 20
Levittown Historical Society and Museum
“Science and the Baby Boom Imagination.” Paul Manton, Levittown Historical Society vice president and a docent/advisor at the Hicksville Gregory Museum, examines the role of science in the popular culture of the 1955-85 period with his collection of books, photographs and scientific memorabilia. 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Levittown Library. Fee admittance. Refreshments. Call 735-9060 or visit www.levittownhistoricalsociety.org.
Annual Hagedorn Golf Classic
The Hagedorn Little Village School of Seaford will hold its 20th annual golf classic at the Sands Point Golf Club. Contact Maureen McEwreath or Clara Gewirtz 520-6000 for more information.
Veterans: Record Your Discharge Papers
The Korean War Veterans of Nassau County will be hosting an event with the Nassau County Clerk’s Office to bring an important service to veterans right here in the community. Korean War veterans interested in taking advantage of this County Clerk’s service and learning more about the organization are encouraged to bring their Discharge Papers to the Levittown American Legion, 3123 N. Jerusalem Rd., Levittown, at 8 p.m. For additional information, contact Patrick Casey at 571-2660.
Thursday, June 23
Town Hall Meeting on Arthritis
Health Chair Senator Kemp Hannon and the Arthritis Foundation invite you to attend a Town Hall Meeting on Arthritis at 7 p.m. at the Plainview-Old Bethpage Library, 999 Old Country Rd., Plainview. This is a prime opportunity to learn about symptoms, treatments and resources available. The program features Dr. Prem Chatpar of East Coast Rheumatology, physical therapist Robert Lassig and instructor of the Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program, Sue Salko. Reserve a seat for this free informative town hall meeting by calling 631-427-8272.
Friday, June 24
The Odd Couple
Presented by The Sarah Grace Foundation for Children With Cancer. Inc., on June 24 and June 25. The fun and family-oriented show is based on Neil Simon’s Broadway play about two men – one a neat freak and the other a slob – attempting to share an apartment despite their lifestyle and housekeeping differences. Performances will take place in the auditorium of Maria Regina RC Church in Seaford at 7 p.m. on both days. Tickets are $10 per person and proceeds will benefit the Sarah Grace Foundation, an all volunteer, 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation dedicated to improving the quality of life of children with cancer while at the same time offering comfort and support to their families. For more information or to purchase tickets in advance visit www.thesarahgracefoundation.org, email Matt.Weippert@thesarahgracefoundation.org or call 433-9745. Tickets will also be for sale at the door.
Sunday, June 26
3 Mile Neurological Run/Walk
The Leslie Munzer Neurological Institute Run/Walk will be held at Cantiague Park, 480 West John St., Hicksville. Registration opens 8 a.m.; Run/Walk begins 10 a.m. $20 fee; children 12 and under free. Register online at www.lmni.org. For more information call 442-3527. Handicapped accessible course. Professionally timed.
Fred K’s Cancer Event
The Traveling Baseball Babes, with the assistance of the Oral Cancer Foundation and Sean Kimerling Testicular Cancer Foundation, will participate in the second annual Fred K’s Cancer event, walking the two miles of the Cantiague Park’s (W. John St. east of Cantiague Rock Rd.), Hicksville) Fitness Trail alongside the event’s honorees and namesakes, Fred Ahne and Fred Leone, friends, family members and supporters. Donations will be split between the Oral Cancer Foundation and Sean Kimerling Testicular Cancer Foundation. 9 to 11 a.m. Registration begins at 8 p.m. Contact Serena Ahne 297-1057, Lisa Leone 458-6684 or travelingbaseballbabes@gmail.com. For more information about this event visit www.fredkscancer.blogspot.com.
Monday, June 27
U.S. Citizenship Class
The course will help applicants for U.S. citizenship to prepare for the exam and interview. Beginning June 27, the class will meet for eight sessions on Mondays and Wednesdays from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The final class will be held on July 25. The class will meet in the Community Room of the Hempstead Library, 115 Nichols Ct., Hempstead. For more information or to register call 481-6990, ext. 18.
Upcoming Events
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.
• July 6 (and every first Wednesday of the month) at 11 a.m. in Room 12, St. Frances de Chantal, 1309 Wantagh Ave., Wantagh.
• July 11 (and every second Monday of the month) at 6 p.m. at the Church of St. Jude, 3606 Lufberry Ave., Wantagh.
Ongoing Event
Port North Basketball
Port North is a 3-year-old independent basketball team based out of Port Washington that plays year round in the super league at Island Garden and various tournaments in the metropolitan area. While the team has enjoyed success winning championships in 7th and 8th grade divisions this past season the emphasis is on teaching the fundamentals, developing good practice habits and preparing players for middle and high school basketball. The team has a professional trainer with over 20 years experience. We are currently looking for experienced players for next season. We have spots on teams for boys entering grades 6 through 10 next September. If you are interested or have any questions please email pwbballsal@aol.com.
Weekly Events
•Homemakers Club Levittown Day Chapter meeting from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Mondays at the VFW Hall Post #9592, Hickory Ln. Call 579-4420.
•Overeaters Anonymous meeting every Tuesday at 8 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, 474 Wantagh Ave., Levittown. Do you have a problem with food? We are a 12-step group for those who eat compulsively. Call 794-1333.
•Bingo For Kids/Families. On Tuesday evenings you can fun with your family at a special bingo designed just for kids. At Temple Beth-El of Bellmore, 1373 Bellmore Rd., N. Bellmore, play bingo for prizes (not cash). Doors open at 6 p.m. and games begin at 6:30 p.m. Admission is $5 per player. An adult must accompany the children. Adult play is optional. Bring a marker or purchase one at the event. The snack bar will be open at 6 p.m. and will serve a variety of reasonably priced items.
•The Mid Nassau Jewish Retirement Club meets every Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Temple Emanuel, 123 Merrick Ave., East Meadow. Refreshments and entertainment at all meetings. Come and make new friends. Call Dorothy 481-9508.
•Calling All Seniors. Come for fun, trips and to meet new friends. Qualifications: resident of Hicksville, Plainview or Levittown. Meetings every Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Bethpage Senior Center, 103 Grumman Rd. West, Bethpage. Call 571-9910.
•Cub Scout Round Up. Parents of boys in first – fifth grades who are interested in joining the Cub Scouts at Temple B’nai Torah, Wantagh, should contact Jeff Cohen at 205-1589. The Cub Scouts are sponsored by the Brotherhood of Temple B’nai Torah. Meetings are on Thursdays in the Youth Lounge from 6:15 to 7:15 p.m. For more information about the Cub Scout Pack go to our website at www.troop189ny.com.
•Adult Yiddish Classes beginners and advanced beginners/intermediates. Sundays at the Nassau Cultural Center, 574 East Meadow Ave., East Meadow. To register call 794-0506.
•New Attitudes Singles meets every Sunday at 6 p.m. at PieSanos Pizzeria, 2330 Hempstead Tpke., East Meadow. Call 851-6114. Singles meet and greet. Introductions and discussion. Fee $10 plus expenses.
•Bel Canto Chorale. Each year, the chorale performs two major concerts and a benefit concert. All soloists are selected from within the membership. All voices are invited to rehearsals on Sundays from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Wantagh Memorial Congregational Church, 1845 Wantagh Ave., Wantagh. Call 541-0726 or e-mailbelcantochorale1@aol.com.
Monthly Events
•Levittown Lions Club meets on the second Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at Domenico’s Restaurant. Call Tom Di Iorio at 242-2273 for more information.
•Korean War Veterans of NC Chapter #1 regular monthly meeting at 8 p.m. on the third Monday of every month (except July and August) at American Legion Post #1711, 3123 N. Jerusalem Rd., Levittown. Call 334-1025. KWVA is seeking all who served in the US Armed Forces and UN Command during the Korean War between Sept. 3, 1945 to Jan 31, 1955 or Feb. 1, 1955 to the present. You did not have to have served in Korea to be a member.
•Levittown Historical Society. If you are interested in helping collect memorabilia, photographs, appliances and furnishings from the early days of Levittown, come down for an interesting evening. All welcome. No admission charge. Free refreshments. Brief business meeting. 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Levittown Library. Meetings are held on the third Monday of the month (except July, Aug., Jan., Feb.). Call 735-9060.
•East Meadow Lions meets on the second Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the East Meadow Library. Call John Persich 334-3730.
•Knights of Columbus Holy Innocents Council #3581 meets on the first and third Wednesday of each month at the council headquarters, 3581 Jeffries Rd., at 8 p.m. Call 735-1724 for rentals.
•Free Informational Lectures. Chiropractors Dr. Laraine Valenti and Dr. Michael Bernstein will hold free informational lectures in their office, 3000 Hempstead Tpke., Suite 304, on the first Thursday of each month from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Registration required by calling Lois 731-0712 or 579-4949. All attendees will receive a free reusable hot/cold pack and a certificate for a complimentary spinal examination and consultation.
•St. Bernard’s W/W Interfaith Organization general meeting at 8 to 11 p.m. at the Elks Club, 2612 Veterans Blvd., Massapequa. All are invited. Meetings are held on the second Thursday of the month. Call Chris 631-842-6734.
•The Levittown Chapter of the Red Hat Society meets the second Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. in the Community Room of the Levittown Library. Contact felinequeenjean@aol.com.
•Levittown South-North Wantagh Republican Club meets on the third Thursday of each month at 8 p.m. at the American Legion Hall, 3123 N. Jerusalem Rd. Food is always served. There is no charge to attend and new members are always welcome. Call 731-7600 or 1esr@optonline.net.
•Levittown American Legion Post #1711 meets on the first and third Friday of each month at the Post Headquarters, 3123 North Jerusalem Rd., at 8 p.m. Any veterans residing in the area are encouraged to come and join the ranks to share the comradeship they had when serving as members of the Armed Forces.
•St. Bernard’s W/W Interfaith Organization Dance every fourth Friday at the Elks Club, Veterans Blvd., Massapequa, at 8 p.m. to midnight. $12. Call Chris 631-842-6734.
•Pet Loss Support Group for people who feel very sad about the loss or serious illness of their cat or dog. Group sessions meet the first and third Saturdays of every month from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in the conference room at Bideawee, 3300 Beltagh Ave., Wantagh. Open to the public. No fee, but donations accepted to help Bide-A-Wee provide for the animals in its care until they are placed in loving homes. To register call Joan Stoppa 785-4199, ext. #1.
•East Meadow-Levittown JWV Post #709 meets every month except July and August, at 9 a.m. on the fourth Sunday at Levittown Hall, Levittown Pky., Hicksville. Breakfast is served and all new members are welcome. Call 933-9400.
•Faith on Tap addresses concerns of people in their 20s and 30s on issues of faith and morals, which have an impact on the lives of individuals, families, local communities and society at large. 7 to 9 p.m. on the fourth Monday of the month at the Wantagh Inn, across the street from the Wantagh railroad station. Admission is free. Call 378-0665. Not held in December, May, June, July or August.
Ongoing Programs
Levittown’s Brass and Percussion
A nonprofit organization that will teach kids, ages 8 to 88, to play an instrument and have fun parading, performing, competing and many social events. Free of charge. Beginners or experienced musicians welcome. Free transportation and instruments if needed. Have fun while learning music, discipline, responsibility, good self-esteem, team work, camaraderie and improve skills and motivation. Call Gary Jacobs 731-7819 or email Redcoat59@aol.com.
Cosmetology Program
Levittown Career and Technical Center at Abbey Ln. is offering the public salon services performed by students on Fridays from 11:45 a.m. to 2 p.m. Pricing for a haircut, shampoo and style, and manicure is $3. Permanent waves and highlights ($20) and hair coloring services ($10) are also available by appointment only. Call Kurt Witkofski or Nancy Stine at 520-8330, ext. 670.
At the Farmingdale Wantagh Jewish Center
Located at 3710 Woodbine Ave., Wantagh. Call 785-2445 for information on the following:
•Adult Education led by Rabbi Alan Lavin. Course #1 Torah Reading Skills. Learn and sharpen your basic skills to read Torah. Mondays at 7 p.m. Course #2 Basic Talmud. Learn the legends, laws and background of the Wisdom of the Rabbis. 8:10 p.m.
•Learning the Torah and Haftorah Trops on Mondays at 7 p.m. Instructor Rabbi Alan Lavin. This is a practical course for those who can read Hebrew to learn how to participate more easily at services and lead prayers. The course is open to all men and women.
•Beginners Hebrew course, sponsored by Hadassah, will be held at on Mondays at 7 p.m. Instructor Murray Zwerling. For those who would like to learn or improve their basic Hebrew reading.
•Introduction to Jewish Prayer on Mondays at 8:15 p.m. Text: To Pray as a Jew by Rabbi Haim Donnin. Instructor Rabbi Alan Lavin. The course is designed for those who would like to learn the history, meaning and structure of the siddur.
•Sisterhood Book Club – If you have an interest in reading, the Sisterhood Book Club is for you. Join other women to discuss interesting books. Call the synagogue office for more information about the Book Club and Sisterhood events.
Levittown Historical Society and Museum
The organization collects, preserves and educates history of Levittown. Holds seven yearly general meetings in the Community Room of the Levittown Library and maintains the museum located in the Levittown Memorial Education Center, Room 10, 150 Abbey Ln., Levittown. The museum contains history of Levittown, WWII memorabilia, artifacts from the Levitt houses, toys, furniture, clothing of the ‘40s and ‘50s, replicas of the Levitt kitchen and the Levitt ranch living room. Gift shop. Regular hours Wednesdays 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. – Fridays 7 to 9 p.m. Weekday tours by appointment. Call 516-735-9060. Website – Levittownhistoricalsociety.org.
