Marine and Outdoor Recreation Expo
Sunday, October 2
Farmingdale Chapter Homemakers Council of NC
Tuesday, October 4
Meet the Candidates
Tuesday, October 4
Saturday, October 1
Apple Festival
Hosted by the Amityville Rotary Club (631-532-3500) on the grounds of the First United Methodist Church, 25 Broadway, Amityville (just north of Merrick Rd.), from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., rain or shine. Apples can be purchased by the bag the day of the festival. You can choose from several different varieties. Advance orders can be made by calling Linda Blatz 631-264-0300 or Wes Powell 631-691-0172. The cost will be available when orders are placed. Also sold at the event will be apple pies, apple cider and other treats, arts and crafts vendors, seasonal plants, face painting and music. Shred-It of Plainview will be on hand from 10 a.m. to 2 pm. and will shred personal papers (one box per person). The service is free and safe and confidential.
Gold Star Families Remembrance
NC Executive Edward P. Mangano will join “Gold Star” mothers, fathers and families as they offer a “Remembrance of Our Fallen Heroes” program at the Veterans Memorial in Eisenhower Park from 3 to 5 p.m. The ceremony, which will be open to the general public, will honor the memory of U.S. Armed Forces personnel from NYS who have died in combat in Iraq and Afghanistan. “We want to make sure that the sacrifices made by our sons and daughters – and their memories – are not forgotten,” says Levittown resident Nancy Fuentes, whose son, Spc. Daniel Fuentes, was killed in action on April 6, 2007, in Baghdad, Iraq. “This event helps ensure that their memories will continue to live on.” For more information call Nancy Fuentes 491-9156; Emily Toro at 917-971-8748 or the Nassau County Parks Events Office 572-0396.
Exercise Through Roller Skating
October is National Roller Skating Month and the Roller Skating Association International is encouraging children and adults alike to get exercise through a safe, healthy and fun activity – roller skating. Lauren Fink, event coordinator of United Skates of America, is encouraging children and adults to get out from in front of the television and enjoy the sport of skating by offering a free family skate session for the Long Island community.The session is scheduled from 9 a.m. to noon. The free family day will feature skating instructors on hand to help beginner skaters. There will be character appearances, games, trivia, give-aways and more. The admission fee is waived for all participants.
Sunday, October 2
Marine and Outdoor Recreation Expo
This year’s expo will feature exhibits on solar energy, green technology, renewable energy, and environmental protection and conservation. Additional activities will include touch-tank displays, face painting, kayaking, fly-fishing and surf casting lessons, snapper fishing and more. The event is free to the public and guests of all ages are encouraged to attend. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Jones Beach West End Boat Basin. The usual Jones Beach $8 parking fee still applies.
Monday, October 3
Italian Heritage Day Celebration
Nassau Community College’s Center for Italian American Studies, The LI Chapter of the American Italian Historical Association and the Order of the Sons of Italy in America, New York Grand Lodge, invite the community to attend its twenty sixth annual Italian Heritage Day celebration “Italianita in America,” which will be held at the College on beginning at 9 a.m. Highlights: Ancient Culture: New Country Italy After Unification, Dr. Mario Mignone; Italian Americans Today: A Socio-Demographic Snapshot, Dr. William Egelman; Italian Influences in American Food, Fashion, Furniture, Film and Automobile features a panel discussion. This program, which is free and open to the public, will take place in the NCC College Center Building. Contact Dr. Salvatore J. LaGumina 572-7422.
Tuesday, October 4
Farmingdale Chapter Homemakers Council of NC
Meeting at Ellsworth Allen Town Park , Motor Ave., Farmingdale, at 10 a.m. The program will feature a speaker, Andrea Davis, whose topic will be “Mary Kay Cosmetics.” New members welcome. Join the homemakers for programs and refreshments. Contact Barbara 249-0976 for further information.
The Transition Network
Women Over 50: Connect Now meeting. The Transition Network is a community of women 50 and forward who join forces as they navigate the many transitions from where they are now to whatever is next. TTN is a national movement of engaged and energetic women of diverse backgrounds. 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Somerset Gardens, 150 Sunnyside Blvd., Plainview. No charge. RSVP to Betty Engel: bengel2@optonline.net or 221 2287.
Meet the Candidates
Hear and question the candidates running for the County Legislature in the 13th, 15th and 19th Legislative District at the East Meadow Library at 7:30 p.m. It is an opportunity for concerned citizens to make informed decisions as to which candidate will support their views. This forum is sponsored by the library and the League of Women Voters of East Nassau.
Wednesday, October 5
Heart Healthy Day
Farmingdale State College will offer a Healthy Heart Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the Great lawn outside of Roosevelt Hall. October is National Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Month. The event is free and the community is encouraged to attend. Today marks the second anniversary of the death of Dominic Murray, a freshman at the college. Dom died from Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) while playing a game of pick-up basketball. To honor Dom’s memory and to raise awareness of SCA, Farmingdale State College and the Dominic Murray 21 Memorial Foundation will offer a day of potentially lifesaving information. Dominic’s mother, Melinda Murray, created the Dominic Murray 21 Memorial Foundation to honor her son’s memory and to raise awareness of SCA. The St. Francis Hospital Cardiovascular Screening Mobile Unit will offer free cardiovascular screenings. Information tables from the campus and from organizations such as the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Association LI Miracles Chapter will educate participants. Friends and family (hands only) CPR training will be taught from noon to 2 p.m. At 1 p.m., Dr. Erik Altman, an electrophysiologist, will speak about SCA.
Taste of the Town
YESCCC Annual “Taste of the Town” celebration from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Stuart Thomas Manor, Boundary Ave., Farmingdale. Tickets are 40 per person. Last year, over 35 restaurants and specialty food, beverage and floral establishments participated in this event with over 200 guests. Call 799-3203 (or visit www.yesccc.org) for further information as a portion of the cost is considered a charitable donation. Help raise funds for children and families and to continue to fight to increase awareness, prevent and treat drug use and abuse and promote healthy families and a safe community.
Thursday, October 6
Columbus Day Annual Street Fair
The Farmingdale Fire Department generously donated a table at the street fair to the chamber. The chamber will be promoting membership, distributing chamber tote bags and chip clips and will also conduct a raffle. Donate a raffle prize in exchange for a presence at the fair. All donations will be advertised to everyone who stops at the chamber’s table. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The fair begins on Oct. 6 and runs through October 10. Street Fair Saturday and Sunday (the chamber table will be manned on Saturday only). Rides all weekend long. Parade on Sunday. Fireworks and BBQ in the rear parking lot of the firehouse.
Farmingdale Chamber Of Commerce
Businessperson of the Year Celebration at the Nutty Irishman, 323 Main St., from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Honoree: Rosemary Trudden, McCourt & Trudden Funeral Home.
LI NAIM Catholic Widows/Widowers Club
Meets at VFW Post #7277 Hall, 191 Veterans Blvd., Massapequa, at 8 p.m. Proof of widowhood is required. DJ Ray will be playing. For information call Frank 781-4763.
Saturday, October 8
Columbus Day Yard Sale
Farmingdale United Methodist Church, 407 Main St. (corner of Grant Ave.) will celebrate the Columbus Day Fair with its annual Yard Sale on Oct. 8 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Oct. 9 from noon to 5 p.m. New and used items will be for sale, including household goods, toys and crafts, including our best-selling wooden roses and new figurines courtesy of Nicole’s Flower & Gift Shop. Monies raised will support church and mission projects. Call 694-3424.
Art in the Park
Mark your calendar “Art in the Park” from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. “On the Green,” Main St., Farmingdale. Bring your paintings, photography, sculptures, watercolors, pastels, drawings to display. Ribbons to be awarded. For applications and information go to www.farmingdalevillage.com and click community events. Sponsored by the Women’s Club of Farmingdale and the Farmingdale Chamber of Commerce. Call 752-7493. 694-3269 or 420-9352.
Upcoming Events
Founder’s Day Dinner
The Junior League of the Women’s Club of Farmingdale are having its annual Founder’s Day dinner on Oct. 26 at 6 at Domenico’s in Levittown. The tickets are $35 and will help to support the club’s high school scholarship fund and many other wonderful events. Contact Antoinette Greco 753-0468 for table reservations.
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.
Train Show Trip
The Farmingdale-Bethpage Historical Society will host a trip to the annual Holiday Train Show at the New York Botanical Gardens on Nov. 30. Register before Sept. 30. Contact Bill Johnston 249-3099 for more information.
Ongoing Event
Senior Pops Orchestra
The Senior Pops Orchestra is seeking string players, especially string bass. The orchestra meets every Wednesday from 9:30 a.m. to noon in Melville. Join a fun group. Visit www.seniorpops.org, to find out more about the orchestra.
Weekly Events
•Bingo every Monday to support Deborah Hospital. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the game starts at 7:15 p.m. at 110 Bingo Hall, 585 Broadhollow Rd., Melville. Call Pam 631-730-8021.
•Free Support Group for divorced or separated meets every Monday except holidays from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at St Kilian’s RC Church Parish Center (basement), 485 Conklin St. (Route 24). Widowed welcome as well. All singles needing support. Call 516-753-0923 or Lyn.StKilian@Yahoo.com.
•Do You Speak Yinglish? The Yiddish Club allows individuals of varying language abilities to speak “Yinglish,” a combination of Yiddish and English. Read, speak and tell stories related to Yiddish experiences. Meets every Monday from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Farmingdale Wantagh Jewish Center, 3710 Woodbine Ave., Wantagh. Call 785-2445.
•Caregiver Support Group offered by the LI Alzheimer’s Foundation at Brandywine Senior Living at Huntington Terrace, 70 Pinelawn Rd., Melville. This professionally facilitated group meets on Mondays from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. and allows participants opportunities to share feelings and strategies related to caring for a person with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia. Call 767-6856 and speak with group facilitator, Alana Rosenstein, LMSW, before attending for the first time. Those who are financially able are asked to contribute $10 to the LI Alzheimer’s Foundation for each session they attend.
•Senior Pops Orchestra. If you love good music and play the violin, cello, viola or bass, join the Senior Pops Orchestra. Rehearsals on Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m. at Sweet Hollow Hall, West Hills County Park, Melville. Call 414-1831 for travel directions. For information call 795-1706.
•Storytime every Thursday at 11 a.m. at Borders, 231 Airport Plaza. Call 631-752-0194.
•Mastering Life – Conversations. Do you experience frustration in relationships, career, health, confidence? Conversations produces a permanent, positive shift in all areas of life. Led by Stefan Deutsch on Thursdays from 10 a.m. to noon and Sundays from 6 to 8 p.m. in Melville. Call 631-692-0986. $10.
Monthly Events
•Island Photo Group, a group of photographers working together to advance each other’s photographic skills and to be an exciting force in photographic education on LI. Meets the 1st, 2nd, 4th Mondays of every month at 7:30 p.m. (except legal holidays) in the Community Center in Allen Park, 101 Motor Ave. Check our calendar of events at www.islandphotogroup.com or call 516-450-LENS.
•Farmingdale Columbiettes #2204 welcomes new members. Meetings are held on the first Monday of each month at 7 p.m. at Farmingdale Knights of Columbus Hall #2204, 1 Morton St. (off Route 109 behind 7-11). This wonderful Catholic women’s organization is based on charity and would love for you to join. If interested in hearing more contact Ginny 631-619-6963 or email Lyn at lyn.stkilian@yahoo.com.
•Speak Easy: A Toastmasters Club. Can help you conquer your fear of public speaking. In Bethpage, Northrop Grumman Toastmasters meets on the first and third Tuesdays of each month at 5:45 p.m. in Northrop Grumman Building 5, South Oyster Bay Rd., Bethpage. Call Brian 346-7516.
•Farmingdale Knights of Columbus meets on the first and third Tuesdays of each month at 8 p.m. at 1 Morton St. (off 109). New members always welcome. Call 1-631-755-2204.
•Farmingdale Veterans of Foreign Wars. The Veterans of Foreign Corp. George Benkert Jr. Post of Farmingdale is actively recruiting veterans of Afghanistan, Iraq, Desert Storm, Vietnam, Korea and WWII. Membership requirements include active participation in a foreign conflict. For membership qualifications contact membership chairman Bob Fullam at 516-694-5530. The VFW building is at 635 Main St., Farmingdale, and members meet there on the second Tuesday of each month at 8:30 p.m.
•Farmingdale American Legion, Hugh C. Newman Post #449 for those who have served in the Armed Forces during various wars and conflicts such as WWII, Korea, Viet Nam and the Gulf War. Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of every month at VFW Post #516, 635 Main St., at 8:15 p.m. Call Commander Thomas Taylor 752-9613.
•Italian Culture Society at Farmingdale meets the last Tuesday of every month at 7:30 p.m. at Ellsworth W. Allen Park, Motor Ave. For lessons in Italian come early at 6:30 p.m. Refreshments are served. For private lessons call Francesca at 249-4543.
•Central Oyster Bay Democratic Club (COBDC) meets the third Monday of each month at 7 p.m. in the community room at Ellsworth Allen Park, Motor Ave., Farmingdale. All are welcome to attend. The club serves the communities of Plainview, Bethpage, Old Bethpage, Farmingdale, North Massapequa, Massapequa Park and Massapequa. For more information email centoysterbaydems@gmail.com or attend a meeting.
•Farmingdale AARP Chapter 3967 welcomes new members, offers senior information, entertainment and Bingo at meetings which are held on the third Wednesday of the month at 1 p.m. at the Farmingdale Library. Call Ann Derasmo 631-694-2371.
•Green Living Seminars, a series hosted by Starflower Experiences at 7 p.m. at the Melville Branch of the Half Hollow Hills Library, 510 Sweet Hollow Rd., on the second Thursday of each month except July and August. Call 938-6152.
•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. Meetings are every second and fourth Friday. Call 731-2488.
•Italian Genealogical Group meetings are held on the second Saturday of every month from September to June at 10:30 a.m. at the Bethpage Library, 50 Powell Ave., Bethpage. Free. Call 631-931-3907. Free.
•Earthwalk conducted by the staff of Starflower Experiences on the first Sunday of every other month at 2 p.m. A light touch of nature on an unusual and enjoyable walk. For adults and children 9 and up. Meet at Sweet Hollow Hall in West Hills County Park, Melville. Fee of $2.50 per person. Call 938-6152 to sign up and for directions.
Ongoing Programs
Farmingdale Adult Day Care Center
A social day care program offering socialization and stimulation to persons 60 and over. The caring staff provides innovative activities for those who can no longer attend regular senior centers because of physical and/or mental impairment. It also affords respite to caregivers allowing them valued time to devote to matters of home or personal needs. This interfaith service meets on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the United Methodist Church, 407 Main St. Support groups are also held once a month on Wednesdays. Call 293-8928.
Farmingdale State College Offers Free Instruction
In college preparation including: English, reading, math, biology and chemistry, preGED/College Prep. reading and math; business education including: word processing and computer literacy; health care programs, nurse assistant training, clinical training given in area nursing homes, phlebotomy, high school equivalency, English for international students, adult basic education and more. Come in today! Farmingdale State College, Hooper Hall. Call 420-2280. Financial eligibility required. Course offerings may vary according to unit EEO/AA.
At the Farmingdale Wantagh Jewish Center
Located at 3710 Woodbine Ave., Wantagh. Call 785-2445 for information on the following:
•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.
Adults and Children With Learning Disabilities
ACLD, a private not-for-profit agency, is offering individual and family counseling for the primary caregivers of individuals with developmental disabilities. Support groups are available for parents and siblings and new groups for senior parents, parents of transitioning high school students as well as a group for parents who have a developmental disability. Groups are held during day and evening hours and will be facilitated by a social worker at 807 South Oyster Bay Rd., Bethpage. Call Florence Horne 822-0028, ext. 167.
Farmingdale United Methodist Nursery School
Offers classes for children from 18 months old through 5 years old where they can grow, play and learn together. The school offers a well-rounded program designed to stimulate the child creatively, socially, intellectually, physically and emotionally. Children are exposed to a variety of art-media, paint, finger paint, chalk, dough, pasting, cutting, coloring, writing, block play, music, group work, books, circle and story time, cooking experiences, puppet show, all types of parties, movement classes, computers, outdoor and indoor large motor activities and stimulating walking distance field trips. For more information or class schedules, call the school 293-9078.
Bring a Smile to a Poor Person’s Face
That is the invitation being sent across LI by Hope for the Future Ministries, a Farmingdale-based not-for-profit organization which helps the poor and homeless. Items needed include warm hats and scarves, thermal gloves and socks, thermal underwear, sweatshirts and sweatpants, toiletries and toys, new gifts, unwrapped with price tags removed. Bring to Hope for the Future Ministries, 131 Verdi St. Call 752-5771.
Support Groups
The following support groups will be held at the Plainedge Baptist Church, 96 Stewart Ave., Bethpage. For free enrollment or information call 731-6736.
•Alcohol/Substance Dependency Support Group. Celebrate Recovery is a nationally acclaimed program that invites people of any faith or no faith at all to experience God’s healing power in the lives of all who suffer from alcohol or drug dependency. Mondays from 7:30 to 9 p.m.
•Divorce/Separation Support Group. DivorceCare helps people recover from the pain of separation and divorce. Become a part of a small support group of people who are experiencing the same. This is a non-denominational video seminar with nationally recognized experts on divorce and recovery. Thursdays from 7:30 to 9 p.m.
•Grief Recovery Support Group. GriefShare is a non-denominational, 13-week video seminar featuring interviews with leading authors, counselors, speakers and pastors with years of expertise in grief recovery. Tuesdays from 7 to 9 p.m.
Pretty New Thrift Shop
Donations are needed for 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.
Free Writer’s Workshops
Got a hidden talent? Why not share it and develop it at a free writer’s workshop? The LI Writer’s Guild is a friendly, Nassau County-based organization of amateur/professional, published/unpublished poets, essayists, novelists and short story writers who meet at informal workshops at the Levittown and Bethpage Libraries. Everything from plot development to characterization to basic literary theory for the fiction and nonfiction writer alike is discussed and practiced. There are reading and critiquing sessions and recommendations and contacts for the more serious writers seeking to publish their work is provided. For a schedule of workshops and social events, log onto www.liwritersguild.org.
