Wednesday, June 22
Pequa Pickers
Do you love collecting rare odds and ends? Have you ever wanted to show your treasures off to other collectors? Now you can. Join the Pequa Pickers at the Central Avenue Library children’s room from 1 to 2:30 p.m. and bring in some favorite it
ems.
Thursday, June 23
Plainedge Graduation
Congratulations to the Class of 2016 on graduating from Plainedge High School.
Writing Our Stories
The library’s writing group for senior citizens. All are welcome. From 1 to 3 p.m. in the Bar Harbour meeting room.
Maria Regina Family Carnival
The Maria Regina family carnival kicks off on June 23 and runs through June 26. The carnival will offer more than 25 midway games and rides, live music, raffles, food and fun for all ages. Entertainment includes the themes of Parish Night, Celebrate the ‘60s, Italian Night and Celebrate America. Dance and karate studios, talent from Maria Regina School, several bands and singers, as well as the National Guard, The Tappan Zee Bridgemen and a fire department chili cook-off are scheduled. Maria Regina is located at 3945 Jerusalem Ave., Seaford.
Saturday, June 25
Adopt-A-Battalion Soldier’s Drive
Come help put care packages together for troops overseas. Looking for personal care items, seasonings, 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.
Free Irish Night Concert
The Ancient Order of Hibernians, Division 15 of Nassau County and Massapequa, proudly presents an evening of free Irish entertainment with live traditional Irish music and sing alongs provided by the renowned Irish entertainers, The Shannon Breeze Band; and featuring Champion Irish Step dancers of the Inishfree School of Dance with an additional performance by the famed Tara Pipes and Drums of Massapequa. Festivities start at 6 p.m. at Brady Park on Front Street in the village of Massapequa Park. Bring beach chairs and blankets. No coolers will be permitted. Homemade Irish soda bread, giftware and refreshments will also be available. For more information, call 516-799-5413 or 516-798-0244.
Children’s Summer Reading Kick-Off
The “On Your Mark, Get Set, READ!” kick-off celebration, for ages 3-12 will run from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Bar Harbour auditorium. Register for the club and stay for face paining, balloon art and cotton candy. Tickets are a must and can be purchased by calling 516-799-0770.
Sunday, June 26
Torah Transfer
The transfer of the torahs from Congregation Beth-El at 99 Jerusalem Ave., Massapequa to Congregation Beth-Ohr (formerly the Bellmore Jewish Center), will begin at 11:15 a.m. The ceremony continuing at Congregation Beth-Ohr will continue at approximately 12:15 p.m.
Monday, June 27
Teen Takeover Mondays
Every Monday from 3:30 to 5 p.m., teens get to take over the auditorium. Enjoy open play with video games on Wii U and Xbox 360, play Minecraft, check out the collection of board games and hang out with friends every Monday in the Bar Harbour auditorium. No registration necessary. For teens in grades 7-12. 
Scrabble
Come in and enjoy a game of Scrabble from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Bar Harbour meeting room. No registration required.
Smarter Summer Break: Planning for College Admissions Success
Learn the best way to make the absolute most of summer vacation in order to stay competitive in today’s academic environment. Presented by C2Education for grades 7-12. Parents welcome. From 6 to 7 p.m. in the Bar Harbour meeting room.
Wednesday, June 29
Village of Massapequa Park Blood Drive
Come to Village Hall at 151 Front St., Massapequa Park on Wednesday, June 29, from 2 to 8 p.m. and donate blood. Must have valid photo ID or ID with signature. Must be a minimum weight of 110 pounds, between 16 to 76 years of age and not have any tattoos in the past 12 months. To schedule an appointment, call Long Island Blood Services at 516-478-5064.
