Substance Abuse Seminar – August 22
“In the Still of the Night” – August 23
Mounted Cowboy Shooting Match – August 24
Thursday, August 22
Substance Abuse Seminar
On Thursday, Aug. 22 the county will hold a substance abuse seminar at the Hicksville firehouse, 20 East Marie Street from 7 to 9 p.m. The sessions are free to attend. The seminar, “You’re Not Alone,” includes informal group discussions with the experts, including some one-on-one time to chat and ask private questions. County staff will also train and provide attendees over the age of 18 with nasal Narcan or Naloxone kits, which can reverse the fatal effects of a heroin or prescription painkiller overdose. The panel also includes an addict in recovery, as well as the parent of someone in recovery, to offer their perspectives. For information, or to register for the forum, call the Nassau County Police Department Office of Community Affairs at 516-573-7360 or email elaikin@nassaucountyny.gov.
Friday, August 23
“In the Still of the Night”
2013 International Music Nights concert series: “In the Still of the Night,” featuring Fred Parris and the Five Satins, Frankie Lymon’s Teenagers, and Cool Change, honoring the Knights of Columbus on Aug. 23 at 7 p.m. at Eisenhower Park’s Lakeside Theatre in parking field 6. No fee, weather permitting. Day of event weather 516-572-0355.
Saturday, August 24
Covanta Cup Soccer Tournament
East Meadow Soccer Club hosts the largest regional youth soccer tournament on Aug. 24 and Aug. 25 at Hofstra University, Mitchel Athletic Complex, Eisenhower Park and other local parks.
Mounted Cowboy Shooting Match
Step back into the later 1800s and watch history come alive as cowboys saddle up and engage in a shooting match at the Old Bethpage Village Restoration on Aug. 24 Call 516-572-8400 for information.
Sunday, August 25
Pakistani American Night
2013 International Music Nights concert series: Pakistani American Night on Aug. 25 at 7 p.m. at Eisenhower Park’s Lakeside Theatre in parking field 6. No fee, weather permitting. Day of event weather 516-572-0355.
Saturday, August 31
Selichot Celebration
Temple B’nai Torah of Wantagh and Temple Beth Am of Merrick invite the community to screen the 1989 Woody Allen classic Crimes and Misdemeanors starring Woody Allen, Martin Landau, and Claire Bloom at Temple B’nai Torah at 2900 Jerusalem Avenue, in Wantagh, to celebrate Selichot, or Days of Forgiveness on Aug. 31 at 7 p.m. The evening begins with Havdalah followed by the film and a discussion on how it relates to the holiday and desert.
Labor Day Weekend Festival
Labor Day Weekend Festival on Saturday, Aug. 31 and Sunday, Sept. 1 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Seaford Railroad Station, Sunrise Highway. No fee. Call 631-724-5966 for information.
Old Time Music Weekend
Popular music of the Civil War period will be poerformed at the Old Bethpage Village Restoration on Aug. 31 and Sunday, Sept. 1, while visitors learn traditional 1800s contra dancing and listen to the sounds of a military brass band. Call 516-572-8400 for information.
Summer Festival
Holy Trinity Orthodox Church at 369 Green Avenue, East Meadow will host its summer festival on Saturday, Aug. 31 (rain or shine) from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. It will feature Slavic and Greek food, children’s games, Chinese auction, flea market, 50/50 raffle, and vendors. Admission is free. For information, contact 516-483-3649 or info@htocem.org.
Friday, September 20
Veterans Barbecue
Nassau County will host the third annual veterans’ barbecue, rain or shine on Sept. 20 at Eisenhower Park, parking field 6. Lunch will be served and entertainment will include a live band. County agencies will be present to offer assistance and information to veterans. Call 516-572-0200 for information.
Long Island Fair
New York State’s longest running county fair on Sept. 20, Sept. 21, Sept. 22, Friday, Sept. 27, 28 and 29 at Old Bethpage Village Restoration. Prize winning vegetables, flowers, crafts, farm animals. Brass band concerts, traditional music, wagon and pony rides and more. Call 516-571-8406.
Sunday, September 22
Hispanic American Heritage Celebration
Hispanic American heritage celebration at Eisenhower Park on Sept. 22. Call 516-571-3261 for information.
Saturday, September 28
Owl Exhibit
Whooo’s That Owl Exhibit at Tackapausha Museum on Sept. 28, beginning at 1 p.m. Meet live owls up close and have all of your questions answered. Call 516-571-7443 for information.
Saturday, September 28
Cruise To The Car Show
Nassau County’s 4th Annual Cruise to the Show car parade, car show and auction on Sept. 28 and Sept. 29 at Eisenhower Park. Parade and car show begin at 9 a.m. on Sunday, Sept. 29 at Briarcliffe College, cruising to Eisenhower Park for car display and judging with live music, food and entertainment for the whole family. Visit: www.cruisetotheshow.com or call 516-315-6397 for information.
Eddie Money Concert
Eddie Money in concert on Sept. 28 at Eisenhower Park at 4:30 p.m. Show is free and open to the public. Call 516-572-0200 for information.
Saturday, October 5
Oktoberfest
County’s 2nd Annual Oktoberfest at Eisenhower Park. Enjoy live music, German food, beer and more on Oct. 5 and Sunday, Oct. 6 from noon to 5 p.m. Call 516-572-0200 for information.
Sunday, October 6
Diva Half Marathon
A fun half marathon and 5k run on Oct. 6 at Eisenhower Park, beginning at 8 a.m.
Wednesday, October 16
Halloween Party
Annual Haunted Halloween party on Oct. 16 at 1 p.m. at Tackapausha Museum. Enjoy animal presentations, crafts, games. Costumes are encouraged. Call 516-571-7443 for information.
Saturday, October 19
Concert Festival
First annual music festival at Eisenhower Park on Oct. 19. Free and open to public. This year featuring Gloria Gaynor and many top local talent. Call 516-572-0200 for information.
Mounted Cowboy Shooting Match
Step back into the later 1800s and watch history come alive as cowboys saddle up and engage in a shooting match at the Old Bethpage Village Restoration on Oct. 19. Call 516-572-8400 for information.
Haunted Halloween Celebration
Haunted Halloween at the Old Bethpage Village Restoration on Oct. 19-20, 26-27. Includes a monster scavenger hunt, tales from the grave digger, pumpkin carving demonstrations, tarot card readings, broom making for witches, and more. Call 516-572-8400 for information.
Sunday, October 20
Levittown Idol V
The Levittown Historical Society will present Levittown Idol V, the society’s annual youth talent show for students (K-12) of the Levittown and Island Trees school districts on Oct. 20, from 1 to 4 p.m. at Levittown Hall. Contract the society for rules and information at 516-735-9060.
Tuesday, October 22
Golf Classic
County’s 2nd Annual Fall Golf Classic at Eisenhower Park. Participants treated to giveaways, prizes, raffles, and a catered lunch. Registration began on June 1. Call 516-572-0328 for information.
