Meet and Greet Elsa
October 10
Military Timeline Weekend
October 11, 12
Spooktacular Halloween
October 17
October 10
Social and Ballroom Dancing
The Society Tempo Ballroom Club holds dances every Friday afternoon at Kismet Shriners, 18 W. Nicholai St in Hicksville. Enjoy a group lesson, followed by social dance time. There will also be lunch, coffee cake and a DJ. $14, first timers is $7. From 12:30 to 3 p.m. For more information call 718-332-7825.
Arts and Crafts
The Town of Hempstead brings free arts and crafts sessions for children ages five to 12 to Levittown Hall every Saturday. Specially trained recreation instructors will guide youngsters in an exciting and creative process. Parents may only enroll their own children. Proof of age is required. Register by calling 516-933-6400. From 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Meet and Greet Elsa
Children are invited to come meet the Snow Queen at the Long Island Puppet Theatre, at 10 Heitz Place in Hicksville. There will be a craft, meet and greet, and sing along. Tickets are $13 in advance; $15 at the door. 7:30 p.m. Additional events at Oct. 11 at 2:30 p.m.; Oct. 12 at 11:30 a.m.; Oct. 13 at 2:30 p.m. For more information visit www.lipuppet.com
October 11
Anger Management Course
Family & Children’s Association (FCA) is offering a one-day intensive program for anyone who wishes to understand their anger and learn new ways of coping with it. The cost of the Intensive Anger Management course is $140 plus a $40 workbook fee. The class will be held at 180 Broadway, 2nd floor, Hicksville from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Participation is subject to a brief assessment which must be completed one week prior to the event. Space is limited, so register today by calling 516-935-6858.
October 11, 12
Military Timeline Weekend
Experience military history throughout one afternoon at the Old Bethpage Restoration during Military Timeline Weekend from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
During the Military Timeline event, visitors will get an up-close and personal look — through interactive displays, rumbling tanks and knowledgeable historians — at some of the violent forces that have shaped our world. Living historians will present uniforms, weapons and tactics from Roman gladiators through Revolutionary War Minutemen and WWI Doughboys to Vietnam-era GI’s. A world-class collection of WWII armor will be on display.
Adult admission is $10, with discounts for veterans and seniors, and $5 for children. The Old Bethpage Reservation is at 1303 Round Swamp Rd., Old Bethpage. For details, call 516-572-8401 or visit www.nassaucountyny.gov/parks.
October 17
Spooktacular Halloween
Joseph Barry Knights of Columbus is hosting a spooktacular Halloween. Enjoy supermarket bingo wearing your costume (optional). Includes a costume parade, prizes, raffles, coffee and cake. Please reserve your spot in advance. Doors open at 7 p.m. $5. At Joseph Barry Knights of Columbus, 45 Heitz Place, Hicksville. For more information call 516-822-7605.
October 17-19
American Girl Fashion Show
Our Lady of Mercy invites girls and their friends and families to experience the American Girl Fashion Show on Oct. 17 at 7 p.m., Oct. 18 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.; and Oct. 19 at 1 p.m. at Our Lady of Mercy School, 520 S. Oyster Bay Road, Hicksville. This fun, engaging program showcases historical and contemporary fashions for girls and their dolls. Proceeds from the event will benefit Our Lady of Mercy School.
Over 100 local models will present the fashions, while lively commentary, music, and decorations help create a memorable experience for girls and their families. Audiences will delight in historical clothing, from daywear to sleepwear to special occasion clothing, that resembles what the popular American Girl characters might have worn.
The event also includes elegant refreshments, party favors, raffles, and door prizes. Reservations are $35 and can be made online at www.americangirlfashionshows.com. There is a 10% discount for a table of 8. Tickets can not be purchased at the door. For more information contact Peggy at info@americangirlfashionshows.com
October 18
Fall Festival
Trinity Lutheran School will be holding a fall festival, with live music/entertainment, raffles and prizes, games, face painting, food, craft tables and more. From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. At 40 W. Nicholai St, Hicksville. For more information call 516-931-2211.
