Flea Market
Saturday, May 9
Censored On Final Approach
Saturday, May 9
Movie: From Here To Eternity
Wednesday, May 13
Thursday, May 7
Germanic Genealogy Group
At this monthly meeting of the Germanic Genealogy Group, there will be a discussion on German research online. At the Hicksville VFW Hall Post 3211, 320 S. Broadway. Learn of the many websites that can help find the origin of your ancestors. From 7 to 9:30 p.m. For more information email germangenealogygroup@yahoo.com or visit www.germangenealogygroup.com
Saturday, May 9
Flea Market
The Parkway Community Church will hold a flea market at 95 Stewart Ave., in Hicksville. to support the Hicksville Boys and Girls Club. From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., rain or shine. Craft and food vendors interested in renting space should contact the church office at 516-938-1233. Call Kelly at 516-263-0057 for more information.
Censored On Final Approach
The American Airpower Museum will perform the premier of Phylis Ravel’s Censored On Final Approach at 8 p.m. Censored on Final Approach tells the story of four WASP (Women Air Force Service Pilots), a group of roughly 1,000 women hired by the U.S. Army Air Force during WWII to fly military aircraft and tow targets for live anti-aircraft artillery practice, thereby freeing male pilots for combat missions. With the backdrop of an actual WWII hangar and scenery composed of actual WWII planes, let yourself be transported to a time of war, bravery and history in the making. The museum will be open before the performance. Those who come early can enhance their viewing of the show by gaining special insight on American wars and aviation through the exhibits. In addition, a surviving WASP will visit the museum for the performance. The American Airpower Museum is located at 1230 New Highway, Farmingdale To purchase tickets, visit www.wwiiplanes.bpt.me.
Evergreen Trio
The Plainview library welcomes the Evergreen Trio, a tribute to the Rat Pack in the auditorium at 8 p.m. It was a time when going to Vegas was the in-thing, and the Rat Pack was the hippest, coolest bunch of cats on either coast. Performing your favorite songs of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr., the Evergreen Trio will have you singing and swinging.
Wednesday, May 13
Movie: From Here To Eternity
The Plainview library presents two showings, 2:30 and 7:30 p.m. of the classic film From Here to Eternity to celebrate Frank Sinatra. This 1953 film, based on the novel of the same name by James Jones, deals with the tribulations of three soldiers, played by Burt Lancaster, Montgomery Clift and Frank Sinatra, stationed in Hawaii in the months leading up to the attack on Pearl Harbor. Deborah Kerr and Donna Reed portray the women in their lives. The film won eight Oscars, including Best Picture, Best Director and Supporting Acting awards for both Frank Sinatra and Donna Reed. 1 hour 58 minutes. Not Rated.
Thursday, May 14
Current International Affairs
The Plainview library hosts author and lecturer Saul Silas Fathi who will give a comprehensive discussion, including his personal perspective and outlook, of the world’s trouble spots, featuring North and South Korea, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Iraq, Iran, Syria, Israel and Palestine, the origins and influence of ISIS, and more. Lecture is at 2 p.m. in the auditorium.
Benefits Of Solar Energy
The Plainview library hosts this important lecture at 7 p.m. in the auditorium. Solar energy is one of the cleanest sources of energy. It requires low maintenance and is easy to install. How can harnessing this free renewable source of energy benefit you? Join solar energy consultant Joseph Gentile of Sunrise Energy Corporation and learn about the many benefits of converting your home to solar energy. Did you know that the cost of a home solar array can sometimes be offset by rebates and solar energy credits? Navigate the solar buying market place with the helpful information provided in this informative lecture.
Sunday, May 17
Taize Service
Good Shepard Lutheran Church, 99 Central Park Rd. in Plainview, hosts a taize service at 7 p.m. A Taize service is a candle-lit service that is meditative in nature. It consists of quiet singing (short songs repeated again and again), scripture, silence for meditating (a time to reflect on whatever word or phrase touches ones heart), and prayer. All are welcome to attend. For information, call 516-349-1966.
The Joys And Power Of Conversation
The Plainview library hosts this event at 3 p.m. in the auditorium. Ron Gross of Columbia University and founder of Conversations New York believes that “Conversation is free, but it’s invaluable.” At this participatory event, you’ll learn how you can join the movement to turn away from our electronic devices and towards each other for delight, understanding and social progress.
Wednesday, May 20
Movie: Foxcatcher
The Plainview library presents two showings, 2:30 and 7:30 p.m. of the film Foxcatcher. Based on actual events, Foxcatcher tells the dark and fascinating story of the unlikely and ultimately tragic relationship between John duPont (Steve Carrell), an eccentric multimillionaire, and two champion wrestlers, brothers Mark Schultz (Channing Tatum) and Dave Schultz (Mark Ruffalo), who moved to duPont’s estate to help form a team to train for the 1988 Seoul Olympics. 2 hours 14 minutes. Rated R.
Mid-Island Y JCC
Tuesday Circle Entertainment
Tuesdays; 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.;
Age 65-plus; $10
Wednesday Circle Entertainment
Wednesdays; 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.; Age 75-plus; $10
Thursday Circle Entertainment
Thursdays; 12:30 to 2:30 p.m.; Age 65-plus; $12
Cover-To-Cover Book Club Selections
Thursdays; 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.; Free
Hosted at Plainview-Old Bethpage Library, 999 Old Country Rd.
