Civic Association Meeting
Thursday, March 19
Internment Camp Film
Sunday, March 22
Whiskey and Wine Tasting
Wednesday, March 25
Wednesday, March 18
Get Organized
Let the Organized Lady help you kick off your spring cleaning at the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Library, 7 p.m. Storing your clothes well means they will always look their best. When your closets and drawers are well organized, you will wear more of your clothes more often. Join Jazmin Mooney and learn tips on organizing and find out about products that help keep shoes, belts and sweaters easily accessible and in order. Register at the reference desk or call the library at 516-922-1212.
Thursday, March 19
Movie At The Library
See My Old Lady: When Mathias Gold arrives at the sumptuous Parisian apartment he inherited from his father, he’s surprised that the property comes with two stubborn live-in tenants who are not required to leave according to an ancient French real estate law. Unable to sell the place, Mathias moves in with the feisty Englishwoman Mathilde and her daughter, Chloe. But as Mathias and Chloe draw increasingly closer, Mathilde unveils a complex labyrinth of secrets that unites the trio in unexpected ways. Starring: Elie Wajeman, Michael Burstin, Maggie Smith, Kristin Scott Thomas, Kevin Kline. (Rated PG-13 for thematic material and some sexual references, 108 min.) At the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Library, 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
AARP Smart Driver Course
At Bayville Free Library from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Preregistration in the library required with check or money order $20 AARP members (need AARP card at time of registration) and $25 for nonmembers. Bring driver’s license to class. NYS Discount & Point reduction applies. Limited to 30 people; residents given preference. Registration began March 5 for Bayville residents and begins March 12 for nonresidents.
Civic Association Meeting
The Oyster Bay Civic Association will discuss snow removal, including the process, whose job it is to plow the streets and when potholes will be repaired, at the next meeting. Kevin Hanifan, commissioner of the TOB Highway Department will be the guest speaker. At the Italian-Americans Citizens Club, 48 Summit St., Oyster Bay, 7:30 p.m.
Friday, March 20
Daddy’s Boy: A Graduate Thesis
The LIU Post theatre company presents Daddy’s Boy, a graduate thesis project written and directed by Cristian Avila, from March 20 to 22 at 7:30 p.m. in the Rifle Range Theatre (matinee on March 22 at 3 p.m.). Synopsis: Rick legally marries Darren and soon after they find the perfect surrogate, Samantha, to assist with the birth of their son Grayson. They come to the realization that their son is gay. Rick struggles to accept it and it tears the family apart. Samantha steps in to help. Rick must confront the demons of his past and his internalized homophobia or risk losing everything. Call the box office at 516-299-2356 for tickets. General admission is $10; students and seniors are $5.
Sunday, March 22
Internment Camp Film
See the film Farewell to Manzanar at 12:30 p.m. at the Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center. The film tells the story of one Japanese-American family held at internment camp in eastern California during World War II, during a time when approximately 115,000 Japanese-Americans, 62 percent of whom were actually American citizens, were forcibly held in more than two dozen internment camps scattered throughout the western states. Rabbi Theodore Tsuruoka of Temple Isaiah of Great Neck, whose parents met one another at one of those camps, will provide commentary. At 100 Crescent Beach Rd. in Glen Cove. To reserve seats, contact Lara Carignano at 516-571-8040 or laracarignano@holocaust-nassau.org. $10 suggested donation.
Christ in the Passover
North Shore Assembly of God, 10:30 a.m. Christ in the Passover shows the link between the ancient Festival of Redemption and Christ as the Lamb of God. Enjoy a visual presentation of how Jesus Christ fulfilled all the requirements of the Passover and enjoy a meal at the church as well. This is a free event; call Pastor Diane at 516-922-2546 for more information. 84 Orchard St., Oyster Bay.
Monday, March 23
Writer’s Workshop
A writer’s workshop will be held at Bayville Free Library, 34 School St., from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The group meets every fourth Monday of the month. Facilitated by local author Barbara Garriel. Both novice and accomplished writers welcome to share your work, ideas and passion for writing. Call 516-628-2765 or visit www.bayvillefreelibrary.org for more information.
eBooks And Audiobooks
Learn how to download eBooks and audiobooks from the library’s website to your reader or MP3 player, at 6:30 p.m. In this class, you will learn how to access the collection of books, create a user name and password, and maneuver around the website, download books and more. This is a lecture and demonstration, not a hands-on course. Prerequisites: For intermediate and advanced computer users. Register at the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Public Library’s reference desk or call the library at 516-922-1212.
Tuesday, March 24
Developing Your Next Career
At the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Public Library, at 6:30 p.m., with instructor Stan Broitman, career, business and retirement coach. A practical guide for developing a new career and finding a new job for life and retirement. What are the advantages and challenges of being over 50 (or any age)? Topics covered include: Self-review: career profiling, developing a new career mission statement, alternate ways of working (project work, entrepreneurship, etc.) Register at the reference desk or call the library at 516-922-1212.
Wednesday, March 25
Technology Class
Technology classes with Sharper Training Solutions at Bayville Free Library, 34 School St., 7 p.m. Intro to iPad and iPhone. Registration begins March 11. Limit 24.
Whiskey and Wine Tasting
Join in for an evening of whiskey, wine tasting and music to celebrate men who empower women and girls. Women’s Fund of Long Island recognizes the contributions of men in the global movement as change makers for critical issues facing women and girls right here in Long Island communities. Live music and an expert will be on hand for the tastings. Sponsored by North Shore Architectural Stone with spirits supplied by The Village Wine Merchant of Sea Cliff. All proceeds to benefit The Women’s Fund of Long Island. At 66 Glen Head Rd. in Glen Head, from 7 to 9 p.m. For more information, visit www.womensfundli.org.
Thursday, March 26
William de Kooning Workshop
Join the Long Island Children’s Museum for a unique workshop as they explore the life and art of Willem de Kooning, one of the famous artists of the abstract expressionist movement. Participants will create work that they can bring home with them as well as a collaborative piece that will be exhibited at the Long Island Children’s Museum. Grades six and up. Limited to 20 spots. At Bayville Free Library, 34 School St.
Ongoing
Photography Exhibit
See The Other Side: a photographic memorial to the slaves at the William Floyd Estate by Xiomáro at the Oyster Bay Historical Society’s Koenig Center, 20 Summit St., on view until March 29. For more information and hours call 516-922-5032.
Food Pantry
North Shore Assembly of God, 84 Orchard St, Oyster Bay, hosts a free food pantry every Tuesday from noon to 1 p.m. Regardless of your situation, they can help provide food, other services and a listening ear. Call Pastor Diane at 516-922-2546 if you need assistance with food on other weekdays.
