An Irving Berlin Celebration
Friday, August 5
Molloy Institute for Lifelong Learning – Open House
Thursday, August 11
Dora the Explorer LIVE!
Saturday, August 13
Friday, August 5
An Irving Berlin Celebration
Presented by Hofstra University Gray Wig Alumni Theater Company on Aug. 5, 6, 7 at the John Cranford Adams Playhouse, South Campus, Hofstra University, Hempstead. Show times are 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday; 2 p.m. on Sunday. This evening of music features Irving Berlin classics such as God Bless America, There’s No Business Like Show Business, Puttin’ on the Ritz, Blue Skies, and Always. Tickets are $25; $23 senior citizens (over 65) with ID; $15 matriculated student with ID. Members of the Hofstra community may purchase one ticket for $10 upon presentation of a current HofstraCard. Box office 463-6644.
Thursday, August 11
Molloy Institute for Lifelong Learning – Open House
Molloy Institute for Lifelong Learning is sponsoring an open house to attract new members to join an interesting and invigorating program for retirees or people who work part time. Open House will be held at 2 p.m. at Molloy College Suffolk Center, Room 105, 7180 Republic Airport, East Farmingdale. Refreshments will be served. Classes are held Tuesdays and/or Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Presentations are delivered by Molloy faculty or professionals from legal, health care, literary, scientific, political and musical arenas. There is an annual fee for this program. Mill is a learning experience for the young in spirit. Meet people who want to meet you. Learn about lectures that are offered on literature, music, philosophy, history and more. Make friends and keep a rigorous mind. For further information, call Marion Lowenthal 678-5000, ext. 6880 or mlowenthal@molloy.edu.
Saturday, August 13
Dora the Explorer LIVE!
Plaza Theatrical Productions presents Dora the Explorer LIVE! Dora’s Pirate Adventure. Dora, her best buddy Boots the Monkey and the rest of their friends embark on an exciting trip to Treasure Island. The audience helps them navigate over Dancing Mountain, through Silly Singing Bridge and to confront the Pirate Piggies. All ends happily onstage with a “yo-ho-ho!” Aug. 13, 20, 27, 28 at 3 p.m. at the LI Children’s Museum, 11 Davis Ave., Garden City. Tickets are $12 per person ($10.00 each, for LICM members.) The performance runs for one hour and is followed by a meet and greet with the cast. Birthday parties welcome. For individual and group ticket reservations and information, call Plaza Theatrical Productions 599-6870, or go to www.plazatheatrical.com.
E-Cycling Program
The Town of Hempstead E-Cycling Program will be held from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Town Parking Field L2, Off Division Ave., Levittown.For E-Cycling program information call 378-2200.
Sunday, August 21
STOP Program Collection
Town of Hempstead will hold its STOP Program Collection from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Hempstead Village Department of Public Works, 450 Milburn Ave., Hempstead. For S.T.O.P. information call 378-2200.
Sisterhood’s Annual BBQ
Besides the fabulous usual menu, there will be prizes. 3 p.m. at Congregation Beth Israel, 141 Hilton Ave., Hempstead. $20pp. By reservation in advance only. Checks to: Sisterhood Congregation Beth Israel. Call Marianne at 486-5140 or 489-1818.
Upcoming Events
Free Breast Cancer Support Groups
The Adelphi NY Statewide Breast Cancer program is offering new support groups. There is no cost for any group; however pre-registration is required. All groups meet at Adelphi University School of Social Work, Garden City. For information or to sign up, call Sandi Kafenbaum, LCSW, 877-4314, or the Breast Cancer Hotline at 800-877-8077. Groups are as follows:
•Monthly knit and talk group for women with breast cancer will meet from 2 to 3:30 p.m. on Aug. 9.
•Other groups for teens, couples, spouses/partners, and men with breast cancer are available upon request.
Defensive Driving Courses
Six-hour course 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:
•Aug 6 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
•Aug 8 and 10 from 6:15 to 9:15 p.m.
•Aug 13 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
•Aug 17 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
•Aug 21 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
•Aug 25 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
•Aug 29 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
•Sept 8 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
•Sept. 11 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
•Sept. 13 and 14 from 6:15 to 9:15 p.m.
•Sept. 17 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
•Sept. 20 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
•Sept. 25 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
•Sept. 27 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. Go to www.strokelife.org.
•Every first Wednesday of the month at 11 a.m. in Room 12, St. Frances de Chantal, 1309 Wantagh Ave., Wantagh.
•Aug. 8 (and very second Monday of the month) at 6 p.m. at the Church of St. Jude, 3606 Lufberry Ave., Wantagh.
•Aug 19 (and every third Friday) at 2 p.m. at St. Bernard’s Parish Center, 3100 Hempstead Tpke., Levittown.
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.
•Irish American Society Social Gatherings every Monday at the Irish American Center, 297 Willis Ave., Minoela, from noon to 3 p.m. In the tradition and mission of the Irish American Society we are here to make all welcome and be part of the local community. Bring lunch. Coffee and tea will be served. Play cards, board games or just sit and socialize. A film once a month. Ladies and gents welcome. Free to all. Call Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. 746-9392 or 742-8080.
•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.
•Storytime every Tuesday and Wednesday at 10 a.m. at Barnes and Noble, Country Glen Center, 91 Old Country Rd., Carle Place. Call 741-9850 for information.
•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.
•Anxiety and Depression Group, a free self-help group for anxiety, panic disorder, depression, OCD and other nervous fears now meets every Thursdays at 8 p.m. at the Presbyterian Church, corner of Chester Ave. and New Hyde Park Rd. Through the Recovery International process, members learn to manage stress, panic, anxiety, depression, anger, irrational fears, phobias, compulsions, obsessions and other emotional or behavioral problems. Members also learn how to face and manage psychosomatic symptoms such as heart palpitations, dizziness, shortness of breath, sweats, fatigue, headaches, numbness, chest pressure and sleep problems. All group leaders are trained lay volunteers who have experienced some type of difficulty with an emotional problem and practice the Recovery International method of self-help. Call Steve 652-8560 or visit www.recovery-inc.org.
Monthly Events
•Write On! Writing Workshop hosted by Marvin Illman on the first and third Mondays of each month. Sharpen your skills on paper whether you want to write creatively, professionally or personally. 7:30 p.m. at Barnes and Noble, Country Glen Center, 91 Old Country Rd., Carle Place. Call 741-9850 for information.
•Look Good…Feel Better. Sponsored by LIJ Medical Center in association with the National Cosmetology Association, the Toiletry Fragrance Association and the American Cancer Society. The program reaches out to women with cancer and teaches them how to best apply makeup and wear their hair while undergoing cancer treatment. Meets on the second Monday of every month at LIJ Medical Center, 27005 76th Ave., New Hyde Park. Reservations suggested, but not required. Call Harriet Pine or Selma Robinton 718-470-7094. All women who attend receive a makeup kit filled with brand-name cosmetics valued at over $200.
•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.
•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@vvachapter82.org. Come and join your fellow Vietnam veteran in support of each other.
•Irish American Society meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 8 p.m. at 297 Willis Ave., Mineola. For more information, call 746-9392.
•Garden City Ski Club meets on the first and third Wednesdays, September through April (except holidays) at 7:30 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus, 1000 Marcus Ave., New Hyde Park. Social events, trips to our lodge in Vermont, and skiing in a variety of areas throughout the West and New England. Ages 21 and over, please. For info and schedules visit www.gardencityskiclub.com or call 872-1448.
•Round Robin Poetry Group. Indulge in an evening of poetry readings hosted by Carol Zimet and her loyal group of poets. Anyone who would like to read his/her original work is invited to sit in and join the group. The warm and accepting atmosphere makes it easy to open up and join in. Meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at Barnes and Noble, Country Glen Center, 91 Old Country Rd., Carle Place. Call 741-9850 to confirm the event.
•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 also entertaining programs and refreshments and food are served free at every meeting. Call Sal Palmeri 328-0333 for an application.
•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.
•Zonta Club of LI, member of Zonta International, a worldwide service organization with a local club. Members help advance the status of women and are involved in many community service activities. The name Zonta is word taken from the Sioux and stands for honesty, trust, inspiration and the ability to work together for service and understanding. At meetings members discuss and learn about issues facing women, develop and conduct fun fundraising that benefits community programs and network with Zonta International programs. The club meets at a monthly dinner meeting in New Hyde Park on the third Thursday of each month. Call Kathy Rau 488-2796.
