Thursday, Nov. 26
Happy Thanksgiving!
Libraries and schools are closed.
Friday, Nov. 27
Black Friday
Remember to shop local for those Black Friday deals and shop safe.
Santa Claus Needed
The Massapequa Chamber of Commerce is looking for a new Santa Claus. No experience necessary, outfit will be provided. Anyone willing to participate as Santa Claus for the Holiday Tree Lighting event on Saturday, Dec. 5 should contact the chamber office at 516-541-1443 or email masscoc@aol.com.
Saturday, Nov. 28
Massapequa Park Christmas Tree and Menorah Lighting
Come and gather around Village Square for the annual Tree and Menorah Lighting at 5 p.m. There will be entertainment at the showmobile by the Massapequa High School cheerleaders and kickline. Remember to be on the look out for Santa Claus, who arrives on his magical sleigh. Massapequa Park Village Hall Square is located at 151 Front St., Massapequa Park. For more information, call 516-798-0244.
Fundraiser
The Kimberly Coffey Foundation will be holding its first annual fundraiser in East Islip, honoring Kimberly Coffey and raising awareness for bacterial meningitis (also known as meningococcal disease). For more information and to register, visit www.eventbrite.com/e/music-for-meningitis-awareness-tickets-19197070956.
Adopt-A-Battalion Soldier’s Drive
Come help put care packages together for troops overseas. Our volunteers sort, pack and ship items to send to the troops. Looking for personal care items, seasonings and hot sauces and items other than candy. From 9 to 11:30 a.m. at Our Lady of the Island Knight of Columbus Council, 2 Eastgate Rd., Massapequa Park.
Sunday, Nov. 29
Santa Claus At Westfield Mall
Come see Santa at Westfield Sunrise through Dec. 24. Mr. Claus will be available for meet-and-greets and photo opportunities. Santa will be located at the lower level Macy’s Court at Sunrise Mall. For more information on photos with Santa, see Westfield Sunrise’s Facebook event page at http://on.fb.me/1NKx6hB.
Volunteers Needed
The Plainedge Public Library is looking for Plainedge School District volunteers in grades six and up for children’s crafts/activities during the 2015-16 school year. All applicants are accepted into a pool of eligible volunteers who will be called upon from time to time during the year. Application packets are now available from the children’s services staff. Contact the Children’s Services Department for more information at 516-735-4133, ext. 12 or ext. 13. Community service credit furnished upon request.
Monday, Nov. 30
Scrabble
Come in and enjoy a game of Scrabble from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Bar Harbour meeting room.
Thursday, Dec. 3
Assemblyman Lavine Hosts Educational Program
Assemblyman Charles Lavine will be visiting Plainedge Public Library at 7 p.m. to give a presentation called “Albany 101,” an educational program about New York State Government that is broken into two parts: How a Bill Becomes a Law and Ethics in the New York State Legislature. By hosting this program across Long Island, Lavine is hoping to empower citizens to participate in state government by teaching them the mechanics of lawmaking, and starting a dialogue about the ethical conduct of legislators.
Movie: Love & Mercy
The Bar Harbour auditorium will host a 1:30 and 6:30 p.m. screening of the movie Love & Mercy. Paul Dano and John Cusack star in the true story of Brian Wilson, the talented singer, songwriter and leader of The Beach Boys. Few have known the truth behind his disappearance from the world stage. Follow the remarkable story of the musical genius who suffered a mental breakdown, fell under the control of his controversial psychiatrist and ultimately found salvation, and a triumphant return to music, through a chance meeting with the woman who became his wife. Starring Paul Dano, John Cusack, Paul Giamatti and Elizabeth Banks (2014; PG-13, 2 hrs).
Friday, Dec. 4
MHS 7th Annual Career Day
Massapequa High School has scheduled its 7th annual Career Day (Futures Fair) from 8 to 10:30 a.m. in the school’s upper gym. The goal of this event is to introduce students to the many different careers available to them and give them the opportunity to learn about careers by speaking with those in the field. Last year, more than 700 students and 35 businesses/organizations participated in this hugely successful event.
Saturday, Dec. 5
Chorus Show
The Twin County Chorus presents “I Believe in Music” at Helen Butler Hall at the Dominican Village, located at 565 Albany Ave., Amityville. Doors open at 1:15 p.m. and the show starts at 2 p.m. Twin County, a Sweet Adelines International chorus, will entertain with songs in four-part harmony, sung a cappella. Light refreshments will be served. There will be raffles and a door prize. Admission for the show is $20 for adults; and $10 for kids 12 and younger. Call Deena for tickets and information at 516-216-1449.
