Calendar: Farmingdale Observer; FRIDAY DECEMBER 5, 1997

Ongoing

Art Exhibit at the Library of the LI branch of Polytechnic University, Route 110, Farmingdale. Two accomplished artists will be exhibiting their paintings during the month of December. Lillian Adler (watercolor and pastel) and Shirley Sherwin (acrylic). For information call 755-4320.

Power's Place Events . Located at 170 Fulton St., Farmingdale. For information call 777-1018. Social Networking Parties. Are you tired of sitting home? Bored with noisy, smoke-filled rooms and plastic people? This singles meeting place is a wonderful alternative to the club/bar scene. $8 members, $12 nonmembers.

Every Friday, in a "living room" environment, single women and men in their 30s, 40s and 50s can meet new friends right after work. Sip herbal tea or flavored coffee, enjoy cheese 'n crackers, scrumptious cakes and pies, and have fun in a comfortable living room environment. 8 p.m. Dec. 5, 12, 19, 26.
Every Saturday you can actually enjoy being single in this smoke/alcohol free space. Dress casual, have great conversations with a variety of interesting and down-to-earth people. A wonderful place for a "Love Connection." 9 p.m. Dec. 6, 13, 20, 27.
Every Sunday at noon come in from the cold, warm up and interact, relax and even connect. Noon on Dec. 7, 14, 21, 28.

Annual Toy Drive for Hospitalized Children. Donations will be collected through Dec. 20. If you would like your donation picked up, call 781-5425.; e-mail to: JonathansGifts@Juno.com or write to: Patty and Art Sturm, 54 Twin Ln. N., Wantagh, NY 11793. Donations can be made payable to Jonathan's Gift of Love (founded in the name of Jonathan Sturm who passed away in May from acute lymphoblastic leukemia). Toys are given to hospitalized children. These gifts represent hope.

Sunday, December 7

Earthwalk conducted by the staff of Starflower Experiences on the first Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. A light touch of nature on an unusual and enjoyable walk. Discover the wonders of the natural world through your senses. For adults and children 9 and up. Meet at Sweet Hollow Hall in West Hills County Park, Melville. Fee of $2.50 per person. Call 938-6152 to sign up and for directions. For this month only call Marcia 462-1613 to sign up and for directions.

Open House at Manker's Quality Flowers, 120 Merritts Rd. from noon to 4 p.m. Free horse and buggy rides, free gift and picture with Santa and free balloons. There will be Christmas trees, wreaths and garlands. Refreshments. For information call 249-0171.

Monday, December 8

Breastfeeding Preparation Class . Discussion of advantages and options with a question and answer period. 7:30 p.m. at Mid-Island Hospital (an affiliate of Winthrop-University Hospital), 4295 Hempstead Tpke, Bethpage. For information call 579-6000. Class held on the second Monday of each month.

Blood Drive sponsored by LI Blood Services. To donate you must be between the ages of 17 and 76, weigh at least 110 pounds and be in good health. Donors must eat before donating and bring identification. Includes mini health exam, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature and iron count. For information call 800-933-BLOOD. Oxford Resources Group, 270 S. Service Rd., Melville. 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Tuesday, December 9

South Shore Single Parents Group . Open to all separated, divorced and widowed parents. Meets 7:30 p.m. at the North Albany Avenue Community Center, 214 N. Albany Ave., N. Massapequa. For information call 797-7932 or 797-7934. Topic: Surviving as a Working Parent.

Maternity Fitness Classes . Preparation for childbirth and outstanding shape-up after childbirth designed and coordinated by registered nurses. 7:30 p.m. at Mid-Island Hospital (an affiliate of Winthrop-University Hospital), 4295 Hempstead Tpke., Bethpage. For information call 579-6000. Classes provided every Tuesday and Thursday. Also on Dec. 11.

NY Islanders vs. Calgary at Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum, 1255 Hempstead Tpke., Uniondale. 7:30 p.m. 794-9303. Tickets: $15 to $65.

American Association of University Women Farmingdale Chapter meeting from 4 to 6 p.m. Refreshments served. Program will be line dance instruction by member Claire Wolotkin.

Richard Paul Evans , author of The Christmas Box and Timepiece, will discuss and sign copies of his new book, The Letter, the third and final book of the Christmas Box collection which introduced the world to the Parkin family. 7:30 p.m. at Book Revue, 313 New York Ave., Huntington Village. For information call Peter Costanzo 271-1442.

Wednesday, December 10

PRIME PLUS/Red Hot Mamas . Free Menopause management education program, presented by Mid-Island Hospital (an affiliate of Winthrop-University Hospital). Call Hot Line 755-5646. There will be no meetings during December, January and February. Meetings will resume March 11.

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Support Group

Held in the Conference Room at Brunswick Hospital, Amityville. 1:30 p.m. Call 789-7320 for information.

Stroke Support Group at Brunswick Physical Medicine and Rehabilitition Hospital, Amityville. 7:30 p.m. Call 789-7067 for information.

Creating Community: Your Voice Counts . Every Wednesday, singles can share views, develop skills and socialize. Sandra Powers of Powers Place, 70 Fulton St., Farmingdale (7:30 p.m.), promises that the conversations will be thought-provoking, enhancing and affirming. Bring something to demonstrate your opinion, i.e. a poem, an article, a picture or item to discuss or display. For information call 777-1018. Topic: Risk-Taking, Revealing Your Courage!

Thursday, December 11

The Scrabble Club for beginners to advanced. Meets on Thursdays from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Plainedge Library, 1066 Hicksville Rd., Plainedge. For information call 796-7065.

Cancer Support Group for patients, recovered patients and families. 7:30 p.m. in the Ambulatory Lounge at Mid-Island Hospital (an affiliate of Winthrop-University Hospital), 4295 Hempstead Tpke., Bethpage. For information call 579-6000. Meetings are held on the second Thursday of each month.

MS Support Group at Brunswick Hospital, Amityville. Call 789-7356 for exact times and location.

Workshop at Powers Place

The Art of Small Talk with Fran Greene. 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Powers Place, 70 Fulton St., Farmingdale. For information call 777-1018.

" Holiday Magic " Fashion Show and Dinner presented by the Ann Bambino Lodge #2353, Order Sons of Italy in America. 7 p.m. at the Manor East, Massapequa. Cost is $30 per person. Great fashions, excellent dinner, cash bar. For reservations call Cheryl 731-7839 or Debbie 579-4378.

Donald Trump , the unpredictable, irreverent and irrepressible president and chief executive of the Trump Organization, will sign copies of his new book, Trump: The Art of the Comeback. This book represents Mr. Trump's investment philosophy, his strategy for success, his personal ups and downs and his ability to come back from adversity. Whether you love him or hate him, The Donald is one of those original and controversial figures that cannot be ignored. Book Revue, 313 New York Ave., Huntington Village. For information call Peter Costanzo 271-1442.

Friday, December 12

Bethpage Masonic Lodge No. 975 Free and Accepted Masons will meet at 8 p.m. at the Hicksville Masonic Temple, 18 W. Nicholai St., Hicksville. Meetings are every second and fourth Friday. For information call 935-6964.

Blood Drive sponsored by LI Blood Services. To donate you must be between the ages of 17 and 76, weigh at least 110 pounds and be in good health. Donors must eat before donating and bring identification. Includes mini health exam, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature and iron count. For information call 800-933-BLOOD. Credit Counseling Services, Inc., 2nd floor office suite, 500 Bi-County Blvd., Farmingdale. 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Saturday, December 13

NY Islanders vs. Florida at Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum, 1255 Hempstead Tpke., Uniondale. 7 p.m. 794-9303. Tickets: $15 to $65.

Holiday Candlelight Tour and Carol Sing at the Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Rd., Centerport. 4:30 to 7 p.m. Includes singing around the Courtyard Tree, tour of the decorated mansion and refreshments. Admission $5 adults, members and children under 12, $2. For information call 854-5555.

Sunday, December 14

Melville Route 110 Show from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 585 Route 110, Melville. Coins, stamps, military items, medals. Refreshments available. Open to the public. Free admission. For information call 437-8650.