Walk on Water Film
Sunday, March 18
St. Patrick’s Day Dinner and Auction
Sunday, March 18
The Road Home
Tuesday, March 20
Sunday, March 18
Walk on Water Film
Temple Beth Elohim, 926 Round Swamp Rd., Old Bethpage, will be showing the movie Walk on Water at 2:30 p.m. The film tells the story of Eyal, an Israeli Mossad agent, who is given the mission to track down and kill the very old Alfred Himmelman, an ex-Nazi officer, who might still be alive. Pretending to be a tourist guide, he befriends Himmelman’s grandson Axel, who is in Israel to visit his sister Pia. The two men set out on a tour of the country during which Axel challenges Eyal’s values. Snacks and coffee/tea will be served. A donation of $2 per person is requested. This event is sponsored by Temple Beth Elohim’s Continuing Education Committee. RSVP to the temple 516-694-4544.
St. Patrick’s Day Dinner and Auction
Last Hope Animal Rescue is hosting a St. Patrick’s Day Dinner and Auction on from 5 to 8 p.m. at HR Singletons, 150 Hicksville Rd., Bethpage. Tickets are $52 per person; $40 for children 10 years old and under. Dinner includes appetizer, salad, main course and dessert. Join Last Hope Animal Rescue for a fun-filled evening featuring a 50/50 “Pot of Gold,” plus regular, silent and Chinese auctions. All proceeds benefit Last Hope’s foster dogs and cats plus community outreach programs such as Fix-A-Feral. For more information, call 516-935-0503 or 516-921-2008; or visit www.lasthopeanimalrescue.org.
Monday, March 19
Independent Art Society
Will present a demonstration entitled “Zentangle Art” with artist Beth Goldberg at the Plainview-Old Bethpage Library, 999 Old Country Rd., Plainview, from 7 to 9 p.m. The community is invited to this free event. For additional information, call 516-931-7768.
Tuesday, March 20
The Road Home
Open general meeting of the Greater LI Running Club will feature a special screening of The Road Home, a 70-minute inspirational documentary. The meeting will be held in the auditorium of the Plainview-Old Bethpage Library, 999 Old Country Rd., Plainview, starting promptly at 8 p.m. The Road Home is about the power of the human spirit. It follows a small group of injured American soldiers – recent amputees from Iraq and Afghanistan. Through the efforts of Achilles International, these men and women regain control of their lives by training for, and eventually crossing the finish line of, the New York City Marathon. The general public is invited to attend. Open seating in the auditorium is available on a first-come first-served basis. For more information about the club or the meeting, call mike or Linda at the GLIRC office 516-349-7646 or visit www.glirc.org.
Wednesday, March 21
Manetto Hill Jewish Center Open House
From 4 to 8 p.m. at 244 Manetto Hill Rd. For Information, call the Synagogue at 516-935-5454.
Friday, March 23
Night of Laughter
The Sarah Grace Foundation will host its 9th Annual Night of Laughter benefit fundraiser at the Milleridge Cottage, 585 North Broadway, Jericho. Host Rick Morgan will lead the event, which will feature John Santo, impersonator; Ellen Karis, The Greek Goddess of Comedy FoxTV; Rich Ramirez, HBO-BET, Last Comic Standing; and Pete Michaels of Late Night with Conan O’Brien. The unique evening of entertainment is recommended for mature audiences. The event, which costs $75 per person with advance purchase required, will begin at 7:15 p.m. Admission includes show, dinner, raffles and a big 50/50. Raffle books, which include prizes of a GE Deluxe Wine Center and Walt Disney World park passes and more, are available at a pre-show discount of $25 per book. Tickets can be purchased online at www.thesarahgracefoundation.org. For additional information, contact The Sarah Grace Foundation at 433-9745 or email matt.weippert@thesarahgracefoundation.org.
Saturday, March 31
Art Auction and Wine Tasting
Sponsored by Manetto Hill Jewish Center, 244 Manetto Hill Rd., Plainview. Preview 7:30 p.m. Auction 8:30 p.m. Raffle – door prizes. Admission: $10 per person. RSVP by March 23. Call 516-935-5454.
Hugs for Sarah Memorial Blood Drive
From 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at The William P. Bennett Community Center, 28 W. Carl St., Hicksville. Go to http://www.thesarahgracefoundation.org/ to purchase tickets. Call 433-9745.
Upcoming Events
Casino Night
Temple Chaverim, 1050 Washington Ave., Plainview, is hosting a Casino Night on April 21 from 8 p.m. to midnight. Event Kings/Casino Kings will operate the casino tables that will include blackjack, roulette, craps, a money wheel, slot machines and Texas hold’em. There will also be entertainment in the “Lucky Chai Lounge” hosted by Steven Pinsky. Open to the public. Cost of entry is $75 per person and includes gaming table access, casino money ($150 temple members and $100 nonmembers), desserts and open bar. All attendees must be 18 years or older and at least 21 to enjoy the open bar. Temple Chaverim will also be producing a “Blue & White” pages in conjunction with Casino Night. The pages will include a temple directory, recipes, ads and boosters. To purchase an ad or a booster please contact casinonight@templechaverim.org. To purchase tickets or for additional information casino night contact Rosemary Nucci at 516-367-6100, ext. 101 or email casinonight@templechaverim.org.
Family Wellness Center
Located at 641- B Old Country Rd., Plainview. Call 822-8499. The following
•March 20: 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: Practice a variety of breathing techniques – Learn to quiet the mind – Enjoy a guided visual meditation during each class – Experience balance, clarity and harmony/ This class is for anyone looking to experience meditation for relaxation. Bring: Yoga/Pilates, blanket and pillow and a journal. Free to practice members. Invite friends, family and any non-practice members for a per class fee of $10. Register at the Front Desk or call 933-3669.
•March 21, 28 (8 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.
•March 27: The Wellness and Entrepreneurs Exchange. Learn Essential Sales and Marketing Skills to Grow a Prosperous Practice or Business. Skyrocket your practice/business. 7:15 to 9 p.m. For information call Carol Leitner 516-487-1649 or email carolleitner1@gmail.com with any questions and to register.
LI and the Movies
Sunrise Senior Living of Plainview, 1231 Old Country Rd., is hosting three free afternoon seminars March 20-22 at 2 p.m. focusing on Long Island and the Movies, The Oscar Awards and Photographic Time Capsule of Historical, Political and Celebrity Events. Refreshments will follow the programs. Call 932-5151:
•March 20: History and Discussion of the Oscars, conducted by Dylan Skolnick, director of the Cinema Arts Center in Huntington.
•March 21: Photographic Time Capsule, conducted by Phil Stanziola, press photographer, exhibiting photos of famous people and events from the ‘50s and ‘60s.
•March 22: Long Island and the Movies, conducted by Monica Randall, historian and film site scout, sharing her experiences working with film icons like Jack Nicholson, Warren Beatty, Robert Redford and Martin Scorsese. Included in the program will be scenes from: The Godfather, The Great Gatsby, Sabrina and The Age of Innocence.
Vendors Needed
Shows feature 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 Extravaganza at the Holiday Inn of Plainview (indoors) on April 14 and 15 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Ongoing Events
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.
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.
•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.
