Vendors Needed
Saturday, September 17
AOH Irish Feis and Festival
Sunday, September 18
Italian Festival
Sunday, September 18
Saturday, September 17
Vendors Needed
For a Fine Arts and Craft Autumn Fair on Sept. 17 and 18 at St Paul’s Field House, 295 Stewart Ave., Garden City. Contact mcmullenpro33@yahoo.com or call Theresa 221-6593. The event is a fundraiser for missionaries in Tanzania, Africa.
Sunday, September 18
AOH Irish Feis and Festival
The 39th Annual NC Ancient Order of Hibernians Irish Feis and Festival will be held at Molloy College, Rockville Centre. The Feis (pronounced Fesh – an Irish word for dancing competition) and Festival will include a lineup of competitive events, including dancing competitions on all levels, pipe and drum band events and singing, music, Irish art and soda bread contests. There will be food, drinks, an Irish village of vendors and games for the young children. A Catholic Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Musical guests will be the Irish band, the Sporting Paddies. Admission is $10 adults; children under 16 will be admitted free. This year, the Feis will honor its longtime chairman, Edward F. Friel, who retired from heading up the event after the 2009 Feis.
Italian Festival
Celebrate Italy’s cultural and culinary influence on America at one of the largest and most beautiful outdoor festivals on Long Island when Hofstra University hosts the 19th Annual Italian Experience from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The festival will take place outdoors, rain or shine, on the South Campus, Hempstead. Featuring Italian food, live entertainment, children’s activities. Entertainment includes award-winning recording artist Filippo Voltaggio; traditional folk songs and dances performed by I Giullari Di Piazza, led by Alessandra Belloni; the LI Mandolin and Guitar Orchestra; The San Remo Duo; “Pop-era” featuring members of The Bronx Opera Company; Katie’s Puppets; The Magic of Maione; and a Poets and Writers Piazza. (Note: the entertainment schedule is subject to change). Rain or shine. Admission is $6 per person; $4 seniors (over 65 with ID); children under 12 free. Free admission for Hofstra students, staff and faculty upon presentation of a current HofstraCard. For more information about the festival, as well as sponsorship opportunities or vendor requests call 463-6504 or visit www.hofstra.edu/Festivals.
Sunday, September 18
Poetry Event
Molloy College and its Writer-in-Residence, Barbara Novack, will be hosting a poetry event featuring readings from Toward Forgiveness at 3 p.m. in the Multipurpose Room, Wilbur Arts Center on Molloy College’s Rockville Centre campus. This event is free and open to the public. Contributors to Toward Forgiveness will participate in this group reading. Edited by Gayl Teller during her tenure as NC Poet Laureate (2009-2011), this anthology contains poems by 99 Long Island poets, including five poets laureate. For additional information contact Barbara Novack 678-5000, ext. 6468, or the English Department 678-5000, ext. 6272.
Tuesday, September 20
Back to School Blood Drive
Hosted by Nassau Community College, in conjunction with Nassau University Medical Center, from 9 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. in the College Center Building. Walk in donors welcome, or make an appointment to give blood by calling Dr. Friedman at 572-7883. Blood donors must be at least 17 years old and in good health. Donors should come with some photo identification. Although small snacks will be provided, donors should eat before donating.
Wednesday, September 21
Library To Welcome 9/11 Survivor, Author
The Westbury Memorial Public Library will commemorate the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks with book discussion and signing with Michael Hingson, a World Trade Center survivor and author of Thunder Dog: The True Story of a Blind Man, His Guide Dog and the Triumph of Trust at Ground Zero. Like its subtitle suggests, Hingson’s book is the story of how blindness and a bond between dog and man saved lives and brought hope during one of America’s darkest days. In Thunder Dog, Hingson, who has been blind since infancy, provides a first-hand account of that tragic Tuesday morning coinciding with a backstory into his personal life and how he never let his lack of sight stop him from achieving his goals. Go to WestburyLibrary.org or call 333-0176.
Saturday, September 24
Café Ablaze Christian Coffeehouse
Reopens to host two bands. The Life Worship Band opens for Central Drive featuring praise ballad singer/songwriter Allison Harms. Singles, couples, families with children and groups of friends welcome. Sit at elegantly-decorated candlelit tables in a beautifully decorated “café” with a friendly, casual atmosphere. Enjoy flavored coffees and teas along with delectable desserts. Every ticket stub has a chance at one of three intermission door prizes of Christian gifts. A separate collection is taken for the talent. Café is open from 7 to 10:15 p.m. Enter Resurrection Lutheran Church, 420 Stewart Ave., near Clinton Rd. on the Emmet Pl. side by the lighted Café Ablaze sign. Tickets, sold at the door, are $10, or two for $15. A separate freewill offering is collected for the talent. Reservations suggested. Call 739-1537 or email cafeablaze@resgc.org. Park on street or in the semi-circular parking lot by the firehouse at the end of Emmet Pl.
Sunday, September 25
Family Festival By The Sea
The Town of Hempstead’s Family Festival By The Sea begins at 11 a.m. at Lido Beach Town Park, Lido Blvd., Lido Beach. Call the Department of Parks and Recreation at 292-9000 for further information.
Upcoming Events
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:
•Sept. 17 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
•Sept. 19 and 26 from 6:15 to 9:15 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.
•Oct 1 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
•Oct 3 and 5 from 6:15 to 9:15 p.m.
•Oct 9 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
•Oct 13 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
•Oct 16 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
•Oct 18 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
•Oct 26 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
•Oct 29 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
•Oct 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. 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.
•Every second Monday of the month at 6 p.m. at the Church of St. Jude, 3606 Lufberry Ave., Wantagh.
•Sept. 16 (and every third Friday at 2 p.m. at St. Bernard’s Parish Center, 3100 Hempstead Tpke., Levittown.
Vendors Needed
For a Fine Arts and Craft Fall Extravaganza on Oct. 15 at La Quinta Hotel, 821 Stewart Ave., Garden City. Contact mcmullenpro33@yahoo.com or call Theresa 221-6593. All events are a fundraiser for missionaries in Tanzania, Africa.
Vendors Wanted
Trinity Lutheran Church, New Hyde Park Rd. and Denton Ave., New Hyde Park, is seeking craft and new merchandise vendors for its Fall Fair to be held on Oct. 22 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For further details call Joyce 394-6780.
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.
•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. For additional info and schedules visit www.gardencityskiclub.com or call 872-1448.
•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
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.
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.
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.
Exhibits
•“Insight…A Personal Vision,” The Photography of Fred R. Fertik presented by the LI Center of Photography. “Images selected were photographed during extensive worldwide travel covering a period of many years up to the present, but it is not a travelogue and it wasn’t intended to be one. It is however a small part of a special portfolio…a limited collection of unusual photographic images that have been created, enhanced and at times completely altered as I expand upon and explore a personal vision that continues to evolve.” On view through Sept. 30 at the African American Museum of Education and Applied Arts, 110 N. Franklin St., Hempstead.
•Town of Hempstead Latino Exhibit for Hispanic Heritage Month at Town of Hempstead Lobby, One Washington St., Hempstead. On view Sept. 15 through Oct. 4. Awards program will be held on Oct. 4 at 3 p.m. Free to attend. Call 812-3303 for more information.
School Closings and Delayed Openings
Will be posted on the Garden City Public Schools website at: www.garden city.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.
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.
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.
The Art Club
Has year round classes all taught by a professional. Classes for the littlest artist to the more serious, adult classes too. Call for more information at 742-7662 or go onto the web at thegardenartstudio.com.
