Las Vegas Night
Saturday, September 24
POW/MIA Candlelight Ceremony
Saturday, September 24
Duffy Park Civic Association
Monday, September 26
Saturday, September 24
Las Vegas Night
A Night of Fun presented by the Hicksville Veterans of Foreign Wars at 320 Broadway, Hicksville. Featuring Roulette, Big Wheel, Black Jack, Let It Ride, 50/50 Drawing. Free admission. Refreshments will be sold. Cash bar. Doors open at 7 p.m. Call 931-7843.
POW/MIA Candlelight Ceremony
NC Executive Edward P. Mangano will preside at the annual Candlelight Ceremony observing National POW/MIA Recognition Day at 6:45 p.m. at the Veterans Memorial in Eisenhower Park. “We honor the sacrifice of prisoners of war and those who have gone missing under our nation’s flag and the families that have been left behind” said County Executive Mangano. “A promise is given for those who wear the uniform of the United States that no one will be forgotten or left behind. National POW/MIA Recognition Day is about keeping that promise through this special day of remembrance for the safe return of American Prisoners of War and those still missing in action.” Mangano will be joined by representatives of veteran’s organizations as well as elected officials, clergy and American ex-prisoners of war. Call 572-0200.
Sunday, September 25
INN Soup Kitchen Open House
The INN of Hempstead, Long Island’s largest soup kitchen will hold an Open House from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Mary Brennan INN, 100 Madison Ave., Hempstead. Tours will be given every half hour. Refreshments will be served. Learn how to make a difference, how to get involved. Call Emily Wilensky for more information 486-8506, ext. 138.
Monday, September 26
Duffy Park Civic Association
Will be hosting a lecture on “Burglary Prevention” presented by John F. Berry, Deputy Inspector Commanding Officer and PO Jimmy Fucito from the Nassau County Second Precinct. Daylight Saving Time – Burglaries tend to rise. 7:30 p.m. at the Hicksville Library, Kenneth Barnes Community Room. All community members are invited.
Saturday, October 1
Super Market Bingo
Nassau Chapter Columbiettes are hosting a Super Market Bino at Levittown Hall, Levittown Pky., Hicksville-Levittown from noon to 4 p.m. The admission is $7 which includes a set of cards; extra cards will be available. Reservations a must. Call Marie 735-0037 or Donna 520-6603.
Walk to Remember
In recognition of National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness month, which aims to increase the community’s understanding of the grief associated with the loss of an unborn or newborn child, Winthrop-University Hospital’s Perinatal Bereavement Team will host the Eighth Annual Walk to Remember at 9 a.m. at Field 5 of Eisenhower Park, East Meadow. This annual memorial event, the only walk of its kind on LI, enables parents, relatives and friends who have lost a child due to pregnancy complications, stillbirth, early infant loss or fetal abnormalities to walk in remembrance of their loved one. The day also includes a light breakfast, a candlelight memorial service and an opportunity for parents to share their memories with others as well as create a personal memory page for inclusion in Winthrop’s Memory Scrap Book. Any individuals who wish to create a personal memory page for inclusion in the Memory Scrap Book are asked to bring it with them the day of the walk. A donation of $15 per person is requested by Sept. 23; children under 12 years of age may participate for free. All proceeds benefit Winthrop’s Perinatal Bereavement Team, which is dedicated to providing education, comfort and support to help families cope with the loss of a child. To download a registration brochure for the walk, visit http://www.winthrop.org/resources/communityprograms/. For additional information about the walk or to make a donation, contact Eileen Magri 663-2984 or via email at: emagri@winthrop.org.
Friday, October 7
ABABABA Show at Mill Neck Manor
Back by popular demand, comic Alan R. Abarbanell will present his critically acclaimed one-man-show, “The ABABABA Road Tour,” chronicling his experiences growing up hearing in a deaf family. The show will be held on Oct. 7 at 7:30 p.m. in the Deaf Education Auditorium on the Mill Neck Manor campus. Tickets are $15 per person and can be purchased at the door. Abarbanell will also present an interpreter workshop on behalf of Mill Neck Interpreter Service at their site in Hicksville on Oct. 8. ABABABA – a name given to him by a friend who could not pronounce Abarbanell – is a proud CODA (Child of Deaf Adults) and a member of CODA International. Alan wrote this as a loving tribute to his deaf heritage and CODA family. Each performance is dedicated to Alan’s parents Joe and Yetta Abarbanell, whom he credits for his sense of humor, creativity and love of community. For more information, or to reserve tickets for “The ABABABA Road Tour,” email Loretta Murray at deafmns@aol.com. For more information about Abarbanell’s interpreter workshop, call 512-6222 or email interpret@millneck.org.
Upcoming Events
Barn Dance
The Columbiettes of Joseph Barry Knights of Columbus, 45 Heitz Pl., Hicksville, will be having a Barn Dance on Oct. 14. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Cost $25 per person. Checks payable to “Joseph Barry Columbiettes.” Partners are not required. Chicken and ribs, beer, wine, soda. Ribs. “Dance All Night” with Larry Moser. Reservations are required. Call Barbara 334-7255 or Barbara 931-2960.
Fashion Fantasy 2011
The Council of Auxiliaries of United Cerebral Palsy of NC, Inc., invite you to Fashion Fantasy 2011, on Oct. 19 at The Carltun in Eisenhower Park. Dinner is at 7:30 p.m., with hors d’oeuvres and cash bar preceding it at 6:30 p.m. Fashions are by Debra Van Horn with furs by Maximilian. The honoree this year is Julie Marchesella, past president of the Merrick Chamber of Commerce, currently vice president of the NC Council of Chambers and owner of Queen of Hearts in Merrick, a generous supporter, advocate and friend of ucpn for many years. The event is one of the largest fund raisers produced by council and helps support the programs ucpn provides for more than 1,800 children and adults with disabilities. Learn more about ucpn at www.ucpn.org. Reservations may be made by calling 378-2000, ext. 220 by Oct. 12. The cost per person is $85 or the sale of one raffle book. Come for a terrific evening.
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.
•Every third Friday at 2 p.m. at St. Bernard’s Parish Center, 3100 Hempstead Tpke., Levittown.
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 several experienced players in 6th, 7th and 8th grades and a forward for a 9th grade team. If you are interested or have any questions please email pwbballsal@aol.com.
Weekly Events
•Bible Studies conducted by the Cornerstone Christian Church of LI every Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. at 250 W. Old Country Rd., Country Bridge Plaza, (behind Antun’s Catering House; nearest cross road: Route 106). For more information call 342-1552 or go to www.cornerstonechristianchurchny.com.
•Martial Arts America in Hicksville, 300 South Broadway, holds free Child Safety workshops on Saturdays. The free workshops are offered as part of the school’s monthly community service. For more information, visit www.MaaSchools.com or call 932-5275.
•Hicksville-Jericho Rotary Club meets every Thursday at 12:15 at Caracalla Ristorante, 102 Jericho Tpke., Syosset.
•Hicksville Homemakers business meeting from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the William Bennett Community Center, 28 W. Carl St. Come in and join the group and become a member. Classes held every Thursday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Monthly Events
•Charles Wagner American Legion Post 421, founded in 1919, meets the first and third Mondays of the month at 8 p.m. at the Hicksville VFW Hall, 320 S. Broadway, Hicksville. During July and August the post meets only the third Monday. All eligible veterans are most welcome. Dedicated to assisting veterans, POW-MIA, military, children and community. Call 338-6995 for information. Come and help your fellow veterans.
•William M. Gouse Jr. Post #3211 VFW meeting at 8 p.m. at 320 S. Broadway. For information call 931-7843. Meetings are held every second and fourth Monday of each month.
•William M. Gouse Jr. Post #3211 VFW Ladies Auxiliary meets at 8 p.m. at 320 S. Broadway. Meetings are held every second Monday of the month.
•Central Nassau Chapter #1592 AARP meets at 1 p.m. on the first Tuesday (except July and August) of the month at Levittown Town Hall, 201 Levittown Pky., Hicksville. Anyone over the age of 50 and a national AARP member is invited to attend. No fee. For information call 794-9158.
•Order Sons of Italy in America invites those interested to join the Galileo Galilei Lodge #2253 in Hicksville. The meetings are held on the second Tuesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at Wm. Bennett Community Building, 28 N. Carl St. Join by calling Marie Matassa 931-2843 for an application.
•Board of Fire Commissioners regular meetings are held on the second Tuesday of each month except in the month of December when the meeting is held on the first Tuesday. Meetings start at 6:30 p.m. in the board room of the E. Marie St. Firehouse. Meetings are also held on the third Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. at which time department matters and small details are discussed with the chiefs of the department.
•Hicksville Historical Society. The trustees, members (and guests) of the HHS meet on the fourth Tuesday of March, May, September and November in the Kenneth Barnes Community Room in the Hicksville Library at 7:15 PM. Hickshistsoc@aol.com.
•Bethpage Masonic Lodge No. 975 Free and Accepted Masons will meet at 8 p.m. at the Hicksville Masonic Temple, 18 W. Nicholai St., Hicksville. For information call 731-2488. Meetings are every second and fourth Friday.
•The River Flows Coffee House, an evening of fellowship consisting of conversation, board games, music that rocks. Coffee provided by Starbucks and cake are offered. Presented by The River of Life Church, 15 Marie St., on the second Saturday of each month, from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. A free will offering of $7 per adult is allocated to a “Free Lunch Buffet” and other church ministries. Donations of nonperishable, prepackaged and canned, foods and personal hygiene products are needed to provide aid for the poor or homeless and can be dropped off Sundays from 1 to 3 p.m. or by appointment. Call Pastor James Cohen 937-9226.
•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.
•Perceptual Problems Affecting Reading/Learning. Free meetings about a little-known but common perceptual problem which affects the reading and learning capabilities of children and adults are held at Perceptual Change Associates, 120 Bethpage Rd., Hicksville. Seating is limited for the twice monthly meetings being held on the first Friday and second Thursday of each month from 2 to 3 p.m. For reservations to learn more about this easily correctable perceptual problem call 822-4900.
•NC Mothers of Twins Club, a caring support, education and resource for parents of multiples. Meetings are at 7:30 p.m. at the Parkway Community Church, 95 Stewart Ave., on the third Tuesday of each month with the exception of July and December. Call 616-3366 or visit www.NCMOC.org.
•Catholic War Veterans. All Catholics who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces are invited to attend the meeting of Joseph Barry Post No. 1946 of the Catholic War Veterans on the third Thursday of each month at 8 pm. at the Joseph Barry Knights of Columbus Council, 45 Heitz Pl. For information on joining call 433-5008.
Ongoing Programs
Central Nassau Guidance & Counseling Services
Located at 950 South Oyster Bay Rd., Hicksville. Call 822-4060. The following programs are offered:
•The Community Program open to all people over 60 who are dealing with issues related to drugs or alcohol. This is an opportunity to talk confidentially with your peers as well as having the support and guidance of a skilled professional. Medicare and most other insurances are accepted.
•A support group for those who have family members with mental illness meets Mondays from 7 to 8 p.m. The fee is $5 per family. The staff is comprised of psychiatrists, registered nurses and certified social workers. Call 822-6111.
•An outpatient substance abuse agency offering a Parenting Group on Tuesdays at 8 p.m. This group specializes in parenting issues for substance abusers as well as parents whose children use drugs. All inquiries are confidential.
•Women’s Domestic Issues group provides support and education to women experiencing domestic conflict, child abuse, substance abuse and related issues. The focus will be on education, support as well as empowerment and proactive behavior. The group will be held on Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Preregistration required.
•Young Adult Drug Addiction Group for people 18 to 21 who are recovering from drug addiction. The goals are to enhance skills, increase self-awareness and work toward a drug and alcohol free life. The group meets Thursdays at 8 p.m. All inquiries are confidential.
Exhibit
An ongoing exhibit of rocks and minerals, dinosaurs and fossils, butterflies and moths and historical artifacts and curiosities in Hicksville’s historic 1895 Heitz Place Courthouse. Now featuring the “Sights and Sounds” audioguide system in English and Spanish, the Naturalist’s Gift Shop and “Butterfly Days” every Thursday afternoon. Gregory Museum, Heitz Pl. and Bay Ave. Call 822-7505 or log onto www.gregorymuseum.org. Closed Mondays.
Eyes of Learning
A non-profit metaphysical study group held at Levittown Hall, Levittown Pky., Hicksville. Membership is $15 for individuals; $25 joint membership per year. As a member, you will continue to receive a calendar mailed to your home six times per year and be entitled to a discount at all E.O.L. programs. Contact Patricia at: membership@eyesoflearning.org. Call 731-0909.
HUMC Food Pantry Open
Hunger is a real issue facing our local area. In response to this need, the Hicksville United Methodist Church, 130 Old Country Rd., opened a food pantry. The pantry is open on Fridays from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Non-perishable foods, paper goods and hygiene items are given to our neighbors in need. Contact us if you can help in any way. The pantry relies on private donations. If you would like to help fill our shelves, we accept donations. Call 516-931-2626.
Thrift Shop
The Pretty New Thrift Shop, 238 Main St., Farmingdale. The shop supports the work of Central Nassau Guidance and Counseling Services, Inc., a multi-service mental health and substance abuse agency located in Hicksville. The shop is open Monday-Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and accepts gently used clothing, housewares, furniture and collectibles. Call 420-1394.
