Auditions – Gypsy
Sunday, January 29
Senator Fuschillo Webcast on Cyber-bullying
Tuesday, February 7
Chinese Auction
Saturday, February 11
Saturday, January 28
JC Café
The JC Café at Farmingdale United Methodist Church, 407 Main St. (corner of Grant Ave), will host contemporary Christian singing group Jesussheep, a group begun almost 20 years ago by a young spirit-filled mother who decided to share the words and music that spoke to her heart. Others joined her and soon the group was performing original songs with a folk sound and a clear message and showcasing their artwork at various churches and community venues. Doors open at 7 p.m. with complimentary coffee and dessert and the program begins at 7:30 p.m. Suggested donation is $5. For further information call 694-3424 or visit farmingdaleumc.org. Rescheduled from Jan. 21.
Sunday, January 29
Auditions
For the musical Gypsy by Stephen Sondheim, Jule Styne and Arthur Laurents. All roles open except Rose – adults and children should audition. Bring photo and résumé and sheet music (something from Gypsy preferred). An accompanist will be provided. Be prepared to dance as well. Director: Tom Wallace. Auditions will be held on Jan. 29 at 2 p.m. and Feb. 1 at 7 p.m. at Temle B’nai Torah, 2900 Jerusalem Ave. and Oakfield Ave., Wantagh. Performance dates: June 16, 17, 23 and 24 at Temple B’nai Torah. Information/appointments: Call 917-453-4762 and/or e-mail your picture and résumé and questions to cckirby2@gmail.com
Attention Maria Regina School Alumni
Maria Regina is celebrating its 50th Anniversary this year. Come for an Open House at 10:30 a.m. For more information, visit www.mariareginaschool.org and click on the gold 50th Anniversary link. Submit your contact information and year of graduation to alumni@mariareginaschool.org.
Sunday, February 5
Big Game Event
St. Thomas Episcopal Church, 298 Conklin St., is holding its annual “Big Game Event.” Doors open at 5 p.m. The cost is $20 per person and includes snacks, chili, ziti, beverages, dessert, etc. All are welcome.
Tuesday, February 7
Farmingdale Chapter Homemakers Council
Meeting at 10 a.m. at Ellsworth Allen Town Park, Motor Ave., Farmingdale. Come for programs and refreshments. New members welcome. Call Barbara 249-0976 for further information. Join the homemakers for programs and refreshments.
Senator Fuschillo Webcast on Cyber-bullying
Senator Charles J. Fuschillo Jr. (R-Merrick) will be holding an informational webcast to help students and parents better confront the dangers of cyber-bullying. The webcast will held from 7 to 7:30 p.m. Both parents and students are invited to watch the webcast, which will be streamed live over the Internet, by visiting Senator Fuschillo’s website, Fuschillo.nysenate.gov. The webcast will feature an informational discussion about cyber bullying and the impact it has on children. Students will learn about steps they can take if they are being bullied, as well as the importance of looking out for each other and not being a bystander when cyber-bullying occurs. Parents will learn about the warning signs to spot if their child might be being bullied. It will also provide informational resources about where students affected by cyber bullying can turn for help. Senator Fuschillo will be joined by John Halligan, whose 13-year-old son Ryan committed suicide in 2003 after continually being bullied, ridiculed, and humiliated by his classmates in school and over the internet. They will also be joined by two Seaford High School students, who will talk about the challenges students face with cyber-bullying today.
Wednesday, February 8
Autism/Special Needs Program for Children
Conference: Use of iPad Technology for Children with Autism and Special Needs with Eric Sailers, MA, CCC-SLP. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Hilton Long Island/Huntington, 598 Broadhollow Rd., Melville. Presented by Marion K. Salomon & Associates. $50 registration fee. Deadline Jan. 17. Check if Kosher meal requested. For more information call 731-5588, ext. 239 or visit www.mksalomon.com.
Cooperative Parenting Through Divorce Program
YES Community Counseling Center will be conducting an 8-week Cooperative Parenting Through Divorce program beginning Feb. 8 at the YES office, 75 Grand Ave., Massapequa. The effects of divorce can be overwhelming for both parent and child. The group is designed to support separated and divorced parents in developing new skills to respond to co-parenting issues. While both parents are encouraged to attend, it is not a requirement. The fee for the 8-week program is $80. For registration information, contact Kathleen Coletta at YES Community Counseling Center 799-3203.
Saturday, February 11
Chinese Auction
Will be held at Congregation Beth-El, 99 Jerusalem Ave., Massapequa, at 8 p.m. The cost is $10 per person plus each person attending must bring a gift worth $5. Refreshments will be served. Call the synagogue office 541-0740 for further information and/or to make a reservation. All are welcome.
Upcoming Events
St. Thomas’ Life Skills Fellowship
Learn about critical topics and local resources. All workshops will be held at St. Thomas’ Episcopal Church from 7 to 9 p.m. Cost: In lieu of a registration fee, forward a free will offering to support local ministry (including a feeding program) at St. Thomas’ Church. Preregistration is preferred and strongly recommended. Call the church 516-752-9254 or the Rectory at 516-752-2750. Forward registration and workshop you’d like to attend, ASAP, to: St. Thomas’ Church, Attn: Life Skills Fellowship, 298 Conklin St., Farmingdale, NY 11735:
•Jan. 31: Workshop A: Bullyproofing Your Child. Youth and adults welcome. Join Cindy Pierce Lee, associate director of SCOPE Education Services for an informative talk on preventing bullying. Co-sponsored by the Junior League, Womens’ Club of Farmingdale.
•March 27: Workshop B: Domestic Violence Prevention – What Do We Know, Where Can We Go. Dale Kassan will discuss myths and facts, resources and opportunities for women at-risk of or involved in incidence of domestic violence. For this workshop, bring a donation to support the women at the Coalitions’ Safe House (cleaning supplies and gift cards to K-Mart, Target, Walmart (or other department stores)) to support their move from the safe house to their own home and baby products-diapers, clothing, etc.
•May 22: Workshop C: Talking To Kids About Drugs: Prevention and Resources. A representative from the YES Community Counseling Center will discuss signs, signals and related services.
•June 12: Workshop D: Senior Services and Supports including information on Medicare supplements and Advantage plans.
Vendors Wanted
Holy Trinity DHS “Spring Craft Fair” on March 24 from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at 98 Cherry Ln., Hicksville. New merchandise, crafts, food, raffles and more. For info call 433-2900, ext. 119.
Ongoing Events
Maurer Foundation Flamingo Bowl
Have fun and raise money for breast health education. Only $100 per bowler. Includes: T-shirt, two games, shoe rental and food/soda. Teams of five recommended. Create a team to challenge coworkers, friends, family or even a team from a rival company. Strike out those winter blues while bowling for a cause. Sponsorships available. March 4 from 1 to 3 p.m. at 300 Long Island, 895 Walt Whitman Rd., Melville. For more info, visit www.maurerfoundation.org/flamingo or call Jennifer Hirsch 631- 524-5151.
Nite at the Races
Sponsored by the Women’s Club of Farmingdale on March 10 from 7 to 11 p.m. at St. Luke’s Fellowship Hall, Conklin St., Farmingdale. $20 per person includes beer, wine, soda, snacks, coffee, tea and dessert. Bring your own food. 10 races and Daily Double, door prize, raffles, 50/50. For tickets and information, contact: 516-473-3870 or 516-724-6322.
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.stroke life.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 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.
•Every third Friday at 2 p.m. at St. Bernard’s Parish Center, 3100 Hempstead Tpke., Levittown.
•Every fourth Wednesday at 6 p.m. in Room 106, St. James Parish Center, 80 Hicksville Rd., Seaford.
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 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.
•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 meets the first Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Farmingdale Knights of Columbus Hall #2204, 1 Morton St., Farmingdale (off Route 109 behind 7-11). This wonderful faith-filled Catholic women’s organization is based on charity with emphasis on helping our local community. We would love it if you would think about joining us. If interested in learning more call Diane at 631-293-4290 or Lyn at 516-753-0923 or even better, email: lyn.stkilian@yahoo.com
•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.
•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.
•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.
•The Knights of Columbus Rt. Rev. Msgr. William A. Delaney Council #5983 meets on the first and third Thursdays of each month at the council located at 110 Merritts Rd., Farmingdale, at 8 p.m. Members only. For hall rentals, call 390-1281. For membership information, call 804-8998.
•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.
Free Educational Services
Free courses and academic advice is available to economically and educationally disadvantages adults. The LI Educational Opportunity Center offers programs leading to employment in a variety of fields as well as entrance to college. The LIEOC has satellite units in many areas. Call the unit located at Hooper Hall, Farmingdale State College, at 631-434-3740 for further information.
Exhibits
•Seven & Seven Show. This group including artists Leslie Barnett, Arthur Bernstein, Daniel Brown, Alex Chwick, Nanette Fluhr, Dan Fusco, Liz Jorg Masi, Shawn McAvoy, Donna Harlow Moraff, Marilyn Newmark, Alice Riordan, Howard Rose, Marie Sheehy Walker and Kiril Tzotchev has created much anticipated exhibits at prestigious galleries across Long Island. Each of the 14 professional artists have won numerous awards and been widely shown at exhibitions, galleries and public spaces in the New York metropolitan region and beyond. The showcase format gives each artist the opportunity to show the full breadth of their abilities, styles and inspirations. Each member presents seven to ten (size dependent) pieces. The beautiful mix of paintings and sculpture creates an overall rich and captivating experience for the viewing public. On view through Jan. 28 at the Art-Trium Gallery, 25 Melville Park Rd., Melville. Gallery hours: Monday-Friday 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday 8 a.m. to pm.
•Celebrate Farmingdale State College’s 100th anniversary through a gallery exhibition titled “Historical Perspectives,” and visually experience its rich history as Long Island’s first public institution of higher learning. Photographs and artifacts will be displayed emphasizing FSC’s beginnings in 1912 as an agricultural college and our transition into a comprehensive college of applied sciences and technologies. On view in The Memorial Gallery in Nathan Hale Hall, Farmingdale State College, through March 9. Gallery hours: Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free and the gallery is accessible to persons with mobility impairments. Call 631-420-6118 or 631-420-2181.
•A new, two-person exhibition entitled “Emergent Form” will be on view at the Briarcliffe College Art Gallery, 1055 Stewart Ave., Bethpage, through March 2. Artists Karyn Cernera Bush and John Cino will showcase a fusion of abstract paintings on canvas, drawings and wood sculptures. Artist Karyn Cernera Bush states that the abstract paintings resemble organic forms in various stages of growth and development, though are not directly related to stages of life. “To me, they relate to various stages of idea development as it is a true exploration of new concepts executed within the past year.” The wood sculptures by John Cino display the collaboration between artist and material. “Each piece of wood is a unique record of life, documented in the pattern of its grain and rings and I draw on that in my sculptures,” says Cino. The exhibit is free of charge. Gallery hours: Monday-Thursday 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Friday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call 918-3600. Artists’ reception Feb. 9 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. The public is invited.
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.
