Blood Drive
Sunday, February 5
Free Heart-Health Screenings
Thursday, February 9
LI Roller Rebels
Saturday, February 11
Sunday, February 5
Blood Drive
Manetto Hill Jewish Center (244 Manetto Hill Rd., Plainview) Men’s Club Super Bowl Sunday Blood Drive from 8:45 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. Call 935-5454.
Thursday, February 9
Free Heart-Health Screenings
Give your heart a valentine with a free screening sponsored by the North Shore-LIJ Department of Public Health Education. Free, multi-faceted heart-health screenings are available at Plainview Hospital, Conference Rooms A and B. Appointments are required and a limited number of appointments available, so be sure to call ahead to reserve your spot 719-2518. Participants must be 18 years or older. Screenings include blood pressure, cholesterol, glucose, height and weight, heart-health education.
Saturday, February 11
LI Roller Rebels
2012 season opener will take place at Skate Safe America, 182 Bethpage Sweet Hollow Rd., Old Bethpage. Doors will open at 6 p.m., with the first whistle at 7 p.m. Prepare yourself for a rocking night as LI Roller Rebels All-Stars and the Rock-a-Betty Bruisers join forces on the track at the first Pink vs. Black bout of the year. The fresh bloods will make their debut on the track. Additionally, several Roller Rebels have been torso casted to support breast cancer awareness. These beautiful molds have been transformed into artistic master pieces and will be auctioned off during the bout. One hundred percent of the money raised via the raffles for the casts will be donated to the Keep a Breast Foundation. Come early and enjoy beer from longtime LIRR sponsor, Long Ireland Brewery and ensure great seating rink side. Call the Rebels hotline 631-891-5887 or visit www.longislandrollerrebels.com.
Sunday, February 12
When The Empty Next Isn’t So Empty
10 to 11 a.m. at the Manetto Hill Jewish Center, 244 Manetto Hill Rd., Plainview. All welcome. Call 935-5454.
Monday, February 20
Independent Art Society
Invites the public to a watercolor demonstration by artist-teacher Susan Sterber at the Plainview-Old Bethpage Library, 999 Old Country Rd., Plainview. This free event will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. Further information can be gathered at 931-7768.
Upcoming Events
Family Wellness Center
Located at 641- B Old Country Rd., Plainview. Call 822-8499. The following events are offered:
•Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25: Kripalu Yoga/Stretch Class with Anusara influence. Class includes instruction in various breathing techniques, gentle and deep stretching, and strengthening muscles and bones. The intention of this class is to create deeper connection to self and deep peace. Try one class for $25. Thereafter 8 class session for $200. See Christine at the desk or call. Open to all. 3 to 4:15 p.m.
• Feb. 7: Monthly Meditation: Helping Infants to Elderly Create Healthier Lives. Have you ever wanted to learn to meditate or at the very least quiet your mind? Learn simple ways to relax the mind and body. This class is for anyone looking to experience meditation for relaxation. Bring: Yoga/Pilates, blanket and pillow and a journal. Free to our practice members. Invite friends, family and any non-practice members for a per class fee of $10. Register at the front desk or call 516-933-3669.
•Feb. 7, 21 (7:15 to 9 p.m.); Feb. 3, 10, 17, 24 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.): The Wellness and Entrepreneurs Exchange: Learn Essential Sales and Marketing Skills to Grow a Prosperous Practice or Business. Skyrocket your practice/business. For information call Carol Leitner 516-487-1649 or email carolleitner1@gmail.com with any questions and to register.
• Feb. 8: Network Coaching Class. Would you like to know how to move through the physical, chemical, and emotional challenges in your life and maximize the benefits of your care? Dr. Michael Berlin is trained as a healer and peer facilitator. This class is designed to help you personally move through whatever challenges you experience in your life. You’ll have a chance to receive personal coaching from Dr. Berlin plus the collective insights and wisdom from the group. This workshop is very personal and intimate. You’re welcome to just sit and listen. Participate as much or as little as you choose. 8 to 9:30 p.m. Only for practice members. First class free; then $10.00 per class. Register at the desk or call.
• Feb. 9: February Healing Circle encourages balance of body, mind and spirit. This is done through a natural energy healing and relaxation technique involving light touch. This treatment is very powerful yet gentle for all ages and participants report increased pain relief and energy, reduced anxiety and stress and more. 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. $15. Light refreshments to follow. Register at the desk or call.
• Feb. 15, 22, 29 (8 p.m.), Feb. 9 (1 p.m.): Creating Extraordinary Mind and Body Wellness. Learn all about this extraordinarily gentle method that literally resolves all the stress, tension, distortions, and traumas from your body and mind. Learn how this care helps resolve a variety of acute and chronic stress conditions and live with much more peace, passion, authenticity, and great health. Lecture and demonstration given by Dr. Michael Berlin.
• Feb. 16: Dinner Talk – Live Free of Pain and Stress. Discover a life free of back and neck pain, herniated disks, sciatica and more. Learn why doctors, chiropractors and therapists recommend this all natural spinal rejuvenation therapy. Free. A lecture and demonstration given by Dr. Michael Berlin. 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at LaFamiglia Restaurant, 641Old Country Rd., Plainview.
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 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.
Vendors Needed
features a wide variety of crafters all kinds: chocolatiers, pie makers, cookie designers, artists, monogrammed items, photographers, antique furniture, potters, ceramics, personalized and engraved items, floral and wreath designers, mural artist, marble trinkets, jewelry, stained glass, decoupage, dolls, quilting, Malayian lamps, tapestry and Chinese art to mention a few. Contact Theresa or Allie 516 221-6593 (mcmullenpro33@yahoo.com): Fine Arts and Craft Springtime Gift Fair Ballroom Event at the Holiday Inn of Plainview (indoors) on March 3, 4 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Fine Arts and Craft Springtime Extravaganza at the Holiday Inn of Plainview (indoors) on April 14 and 15 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Weekly Events
•Plainview-Old Bethpage Community Chorus welcomes new members. Meetings are held Monday nights at 7:30 p.m. in the choral room of POB Middle School. All voices are needed and no experience is necessary. Rehearsals run from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. For information call 931-4377 or 935-6243.
•Ideal Health Business Presentation. Unprecedented ground floor opportunity to earn $2 to $5K per month within six months then more. Free. Every Monday at 8 p.m. at The Family Wellness Center, 641-B Old Country Rd. Call 822-8499 to register.
•Bible Study Classes. Free weekly classes on Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 99 Central Park Rd. No prior knowledge required. Beginners welcome. Call 349-1966.
•Calling All Seniors. Why be bored at home? 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 Andrew Grieshaber 349-7801.
•POB Senior Citizen Club meeting from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Fridays in the All-Purpose Room at the Jamaica Avenue School, 85 Jamaica Ave. For information call 937-6424. Members must be 60 years or older, residing in the POB S.D. are eligible. Bring school tax bill as proof of residency. Dues is $20. New members welcome.
Monthly Events
•The LI Psoriasis Network Meetup Group will get together in the second floor In-Service Classroom of North Shore University at Plainview, 888 Old Country Rd., on the first Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m. All are welcome. No cost. More information is available at http://psoriasis.meetup.com/24/
•Golf for Singles Adults, a group of 50 + single seniors meet the third Tuesday of every month, at 7:30 p.m. at the Holiday Inn, Sunnyside Blvd., Plainview. For info call 942-4228. The group plays on courses, mostly in Suffolk on the weekends as well as during the week.
• 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.
•Plainview Republican Club meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 8 p.m., downstairs at the American Legion Hall, 115 Southern Pky. Connect with new friends and attend enjoyable events throughout the year. Everyone is welcome. Call Steve Joyce 644-0486.
•Introduction to Chemotherapy, a monthly information session for cancer patients who are beginning chemotherapy treatments. Family members are welcome. Refreshments served. Meets on the third Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. in the Patient’s Lounge on 3-West at North Shore University Hospital at Plainview, 888 Old Country Rd. Call Sharon Huff, RN, to register 719-2702.
•Cancer Survivors Support Group offered for survivors and their families at North Shore Hospital at Plainview, 888 Old Country Rd. The group is free and meets on the second Thursday of each month from 6 to 8 p.m. and includes all cancers. Call Barbara for further information 541-4673.
•LI Stock Traders Meetup Group held on the second Thursday of every month from 6:45 to 9:15 p.m. in the Plainview-Old Bethpage Library auditorium, 999 Old Country Rd.
•Free Walk-In Stroke Support Group offered by Plainview Hospital every fourth Thursday of the month at 2 p.m. in Conference Rooms A and B, lower level, 888 Old Country Rd. Learn about risks, warning signs and treatments and hear medical specialists speak about the health issues concerning stroke and stroke prevention. Discuss experiences with others facing the same challenges seeking support, education and hope. For more information or to register, call Joy Harris 719-2411.
•Jewish War Veterans, Gieir-Levitt Post #655 invite all Jewish war veterans to join them at the Mid-Island Y JCC, 45 Manetto Hill Rd., at 9 a.m. on the second Sunday of every month. Call Larry Sklar 942-3327. Come for a free breakfast.
Ongoing Programs
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 Reflection Counseling Center
Located at 202 Terminal Dr. Call 576-3120 for information on the following:
•Adolescent Group for youth who are struggling with abstinence from alcohol or drugs. Group sessions focus on education, communication skills, relationships and self-esteem issues. The group meets Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Call for information on joining. All inquiries are confidential.
•Eating Disorder Treatment, a weekly group for anorexia, bulimia and compulsive overeating on Tuesdays from 8 to 9:30 p.m. Sliding scale fee. Call to register.
•Parent Group for those parents struggling with their child’s use of alcohol and/or drugs. Group sessions focus on parenting and communication skills and education. The group meets Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. Call to register. All inquiries are confidential.
•Stop Smoking Program for substance abusers.
•Women’s Issues Group for women who are in recovery from alcohol and/or drugs. Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Group sessions focus on those issues of communication skills, relationships and self-esteem. All inquiries are confidential.
