Stock Market – Vector Vest Software Users Group Meeting – Monday, July 16
In Honor of Gina Gallardo Blood Drive – Saturday, July 20
First Annual Beach Bash Sand Lacrosse Tournamen – Saturday, July 27
Saturday, July 13 and 20
Garvies Point Museum & Preserve
50 Barry Drive, Glen Cove, NY. 11542
July 13 at 2 p.m. – Nature Communities Walk
Explore three different biotic communities with a Garvies Point Naturalist: woodland, meadow, and pond. Observe these diverse habitats that are home to many different types of plants, trees, birds, and wildlife. Feel free to bring binoculars, we have many song birds! Recommended for ages 5+. $5.00 per person (includes program, museum, film)
July 20 at 2 p.m.- Beach Ecology
Explore the intertidal zone at Garvies beach in search of extraordinary plants and animals that are specially adapted for surviving in such a harsh environment. Learn with a Garvies Point Naturalist just how these creatures are able to survive. Search for crabs, oysters, clams and more!
Recommended for ages 5+. $5.00 per person (includes program, museum, film)
Monday, July 16
Stock Market – Vector Vest Software Users Group Meeting
The Long Island Vector Vest Users Group meets at the Plainview-Old Bethpage Public Library – Auditorium, 999 Old Country Rd, Plainview, from 6:45 p.m. to 9:15 p.m., to discuss stock market investing using VV software. All levels welcome. Free. For agenda and directions, see www.meetup.com/LISTMG, or call 516-385-8244
Saturday, July 20
In Honor of Gina Gallardo Blood Drive
From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 560 Old Bethpage Road, Plainview Reformed Church. Your donation will help save up to three lives. Our community hospitals need your help. Please share this lifesaving gift. Eligibility criteria: Bring ID with signature or photo; minimum weight is 110 lbs.; age 16-75 (16 year olds must have parental permission. Age 76 and over need doctor’s note); eat well (low fat) and drink fluids; no tattoos for past 12 months. For questions concerning medical eligibility, call 1-800-688-0900. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please contact: Katie Gallardo at 516-993-5040.
Saturday, July 27
First Annual Beach Bash Sand Lacrosse Tournament
When: Saturday, July 27, 2013. Rain date: Sunday, July 28. Where: Jones Beach State Park. Age Divisions: Youth: 2nd grade to Varsity. Adult: Women’s 18+, Men’s 18+, Men’s 30+ Fee: $575. Early registration fee: $525 (before June 17).
Ongoing Events
Babies & BimBam
A fun, interactive class is coming up at HANC of Plainview for children turning 2 by December 31. Cost is $50 for six classes, or pay-as-you-go for $10 per class. Classes will be meeting on Friday mornings from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. For more information, contact shecht@hanc.org, or call 681-5922.
Miscarriage Support Group
A safe, confidential, supportive environment in which to talk about what you have been through, your reactions and feelings, and how to move forward. You are not alone! Facilitated by a professional therapist. Meetings held on three consecutive Tuesday evenings at 8 p.m. in the Hicksville-Plainview area. $60 for three meetings. To register, call Nancy Berlow, LCSW: 516-356-7109. All inquiries are confidential.
Free Veterinary Lectures
Once a month through December, Long Island Cat Fanciers sponsors free lectures given by top local veterinarians on topics relevant to dog and cat owners. All members of the public are welcome to attend. The lectures are generally held on the first Monday of each month at the Town of Oyster Bay Syosset-Woodbury Community Center, 7900 Jericho Tpke., Woodbury, at 7:45 p.m. For more information, call 631-277-3844.
Ongoing Programs
Non-Profit Support Group Clutterers Anonymous (CLA)
A 12-step self-help group, offers help and support to those who have clutter problems in their homes or worplace. Meets at the following locations: Thursdays, 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the United Methodist Church, 265 Asbury Ave, Westbury first and third Friday, 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the School of the Community Reformed Church, 90 Plandome Rd, Manhasset. Monday evenings, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Plainview-Old Bethpage Library, 999 Old Country Road, Plainview. There are no dues or fees. For more information, please email call (866) 800-3881 or visit www.ClutterersAnonymous.net
