Car Wash
Saturday, October 8
Pancreatic Cancer Research Walk
Sunday, October 9
Senior Craft Bazaar
Thursday, October 13
Saturday, October 8
Car Wash
HOOTERS’ East Meadow restaurant will sponsor a fund-raising car wash in support of The Marty Lyons Foundation. The car wash will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the HOOTERS parking lot at 1740 Hempstead Tpke., East Meadow. $10 per car and as an added value, HOOTERS is giving drivers coupons for a free appetizer to use when they visit HOOTERS to have a meal.
Sunday, October 9
Pancreatic Cancer Research Walk
Local residents whose lives have been impacted by pancreatic cancer will join together for The Lustgarten Foundation’s 11th annual LI Pancreatic Cancer Research Walk, which will be held at Jones Beach, Field 5 (parking and registration), Wantagh. Walkers can participate in a one or three-mile walk along Jones Beach’s scenic boardwalk. Preregistration fee $50. Walk-in registration fee $60. Registration 8 a.m. Walk begins at 9:30 a.m.
Walk in the Woods
With the North Shore Land Alliance. The walk is free but registration is recommended. To register and for directions call 626-0908 or andrea@northshorelandalliance.org. Oct. 9: Join North Shore Land Alliance naturalist Peter Martin for an early fall nature walk at Twin Lakes Preserve in Wantagh at 2 p.m. Experience the wonder of early autumn foliage and fall migrating birds in this lovely site of freshwater ponds and wetlands. Fun for all ages.
Food Allergy Walk
The Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network’s Walk for Food Allergy: Moving Toward A Cure will take place at Eisenhower Park, East Meadow, as well as online, to raise money for food allergy research and education. Check-in at noon. Start 1:15 p.m. Register at www.foodallergywalk.org. The walk raises funds for research and education programs to benefit the 12 million Americans affected by food allergy. This potentially fatal condition is rapidly increasing in prevalence. Contact Michael Schwartz at LongIslandChair@foodallergy.org or call 345-8501 or for more information, visit www.foodallergywalk.org.
DogFest
Man’s Best Friend takes stage Canine Companions for Independence annual DogFest, a walk-a-thon and canine festival to benefit CCI. Enjoy pet friendly family activities including a costume contest, food, raffles, games and much more. Other featured events include Snoopy’s Canine Costume Parade (featuring Snoopy himself!), Trick or Treat stops, a Canine Agility Course, working dog demonstrations and goodies for both humans and pooches from local vendors. Join the Walk-a-thon and collect pledges.Set a goal for yourself, go online at www.cci.org/dogfest2011, and spread the word. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., rain or shine at Farmingdale State College. Call 1-800-572-BARK.
Bird Walk at Mill Pond Park
Join the South Shore Audubon Society for a bird walk at Mill Pond Park from 9:30 a.m. to noon. The group will meet at the park on the north side of Merrick Rd., west of the Wantagh State Pky. (Wantagh/Bellmore). Bring binoculars. Walk leaders and other birders and nature enthusiasts will be happy to share their knowledge and experience. The bird walk is free of charge. Rain will cancel the walk. For more information, log onto www.ssaudubon.org or telephone Steve Schellenger 987-8103.
Tuesday, October 11
Free Legal Seminar
“Your Rights and The Law” will be presented at 7 p.m. in the College Center Building at Nassau Community College. The NCC Paralegal Studies Program and the Women’s Bar Association of Nassau County are cosponsors of the seminar. Topics that will be discussed during the seminar are: The recently enacted matrimonial law presented by Jeanne Schieck, Esq., the new estate tax law presented by Irene Villacci, Esq., update on elder law presented by Rita Stein, Esq. Event Moderator Joy Watson, Esq., president of the Women’s Bar Association of Nassau County. For more information about the program which is free, open to the public and accessible to the disabled, call 572-7774 or email paralegal@ncc.edu.
Thursday, October 13
Senior Craft Bazaar
Featuring jewelry, crafts, sorry table, home baked goodies, grandma table, knitted goods, raffles and prizes galore. All welcome. Come and enjoy. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Levittown Senior Center, 555 N. Newbridge Rd., Levittown. Also on Oct. 14.
Blood Drive
In a cooperative effort between the Holy Innocents Council of the Knights of Columbus and the Levittown Fire Department, the blood drive will take place at the Levittown Fire Department, Gardiners Ave. (one traffic light south of Hempstead Tpke.) from 4 to 9 p.m. Bring proper I.D. to the firehouse, give blood and then join us across the street at the Knights of Columbus, Holy Innocents Council Hall, 3581 Jeffries Rd., where all donors will be given a free roast beef dinner. For more information call the council 731-9018 or Carl Bonsignore 796-3520.
Friday, October 14
Social Ballroom Dancing
Takes place every Friday at the VFW, 320 South Broadway (107 South off of Old Country Rd., Hicksville) from 12:30 to 3 p.m. Social Dancing with or without a partner. Professional ballroom DJ, ballroom dance lesson, lunch, coffee, cake, pastries. $14 donation. Singles and couples welcome with or without a partner. For beginners and advanced. Email Dancezee@aol.com or call 718 -332-7825. Also on Oct. 21, 28, Nov. 4, 11, 18.
Military Bridge
At Christ the King Episcopal Church, 2408 Fifth St. (between Fifth and Sixth Sts. and Prospect Ave.), East Meadow, at 7 p.m. Price is $7/person. Call 731-3902. Refreshments and prizes for all.
Saturday, October 15
Gift Basket Bingo
Levittown Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary will hold its annual fundraiser “Gift Basket Bingo” at Levittown Hall, Levittown Pky., Levittown. Doors open at 6 p.m.; games begin at 7 p.m. Cost is $8 per person.
Saturday, October 16
Levittown Idol III
The Levittown Historical Society hosts its third annual talent competition for the youth of Levittown at Levittown Hall from 1 to 5 p.m. For information call the Levittown Historical Society 735-9060 or visit www.levittownhistoricalsociety.org.
Pumpkin Patch
The Wantagh Memorial Congregational Church, 1845 Wantagh Ave., Wantagh, will be holding its annual Pumpkin Patch. There will be gourds and corn stalks available. The hours are Monday – Friday from 1 to 7 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. It will be open through Oct. 31 on the front lawn of the church.
Out of the Darkness
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention will host its walk for suicide prevention “Out of the Darkness” community walk at Old Westbury Gardens. Register online at outofthedarkness.org or call 869-4215 for more information.
Monday, October 17
Tenting Tonight
The grand epic of Union blue and Confederate gray is recalled as the Levittown Historical Society hosts the Daughters of the Union Veterans, a charitable heritage organization of Civil War descendants dedicated to preserving the history of the conflict that forged the modern American nation. 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Levittown Library.
Tuesday, October 18
Gray Wolf Program
The Nassau Hiking and Outdoor Club hosts 4 or 5 educational programs each year. These programs, which take place at the Special Events Building in Eisenhower Park, cover a wide variety of topics relating to the outdoors. The programs are free of charge and open to the public. The next program is scheduled 7 pm. A representative from the National Wolfwatcher Coalition will discuss the re-introduction of the gray wolf into Yellowstone National Park as well as their work with regional wolves. For more information about the Nassau Hiking and Outdoor Club, or any of its upcoming programs, email janeleek@att.net or visit the club on the internet at www.nassauhiking.org.
Wednesday, October 19
Fashion Fantasy 2011
The Council of Auxiliaries of United Cerebral Palsy of NC, Inc., invite you to Fashion Fantasy 2011, 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.
Upcoming Events
Long Island Fall Prairie Walk
Ever see a prairie? You do not have to go west. The Friends of Hempstead Plains at Nassau Community College is conducting walks on the 19-acre remnant LI prairie, once 60,000 acres. With few trees it was a habitat of the sun with 250 species of flowers and grasses – many at their tallest and most colorful in the fall. Walks are scheduled for 3:30 p.m. Fridays, Sept. Oct. 21 and 28; Nov. 4. Nassau Community College Professor of biology Betsy Gulotta, Conservation Project manager, leads people on a path as she points to goldenrods, butterfly weed and blue curls, and identifies the interesting (as their names suggest) grasses: big bluestem and little bluestem, prairie beard grass, Indian grass and switchgrass, all populating the western prairies. Directions: take Meadowbrook Pky. to Exit M4, follow signs to Coliseum, Museum Row and Charles Lindbergh Blvd. Once on Charles Lindbergh Blvd., turn right into East Parking Area for Nassau Community College. See Hempstead Plains entrance at first intersection.
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.
•Oct. 10 and every second Monday of the month at 6 p.m. at the Church of St. Jude, 3606 Lufberry Ave., Wantagh.
•Oct. 11 and ever second Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. at Long Island Jewish Medical Center, Epilepsy Conference Room, Research Building Level C, 270-05 76th Ave., New Hyde Park.
•Oct. 21 and every third Friday at 2 p.m. at St. Bernard’s Parish Center, 3100 Hempstead Tpke., Levittown.
•Oct. 26 and every fourth Wednesday at 6 p.m. in Room 106, St. James Parish Center, 80 Hicksville Rd., Seaford.
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
•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.
•Mid Nassau Jewish Retirement Club meets every Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Temple Emanuel 123 Merrick Ave., East Meadow. New members are welcome. Call Marty Fein 485-3171.
•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.
•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.
•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.
•Levittown Community Council. Levittown and Island Trees organizations and residents are invited to monthly meetings of the Levittown Community Council held at 7:30 p.m. at Levittown Memorial Education Center in the Panther Room on the fourth Monday except in July and August. Informational programs relevant to the community are presented and refreshments are served. Meetings are open to the general public. Membership in the council is for residents and organizations in the areas comprised by the Levittown and Island Trees school districts.
•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.
•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.
•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.
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.
Child and Adult Food Program
All children in attendance will be offered the same meals at no separate charge, with no physical segregation of, or other discriminating against, any child because of race, color, age, national origin, sex or handicap. This applies to Teacher’s Pets Child Care Centers in Levittown and Plainview. Call 731-3263.
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.
