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Thursday, September 24

Golf/Tennis Tournament

The 18th Annual Golf and Tennis Tournament, hosted by the National Foundation for Human Potential, has been rescheduled for today at The Creek, Locust Valley, honoring Barbara Lehrer, The Beacon Group. For more information call 870-1661.
Glen Cove H.S. Class of ‘59
Welcome back Glen Cove High School Class of ’59 at Garvies Point Museum, 50 Barry Dr. Call 571-8010.

Saturday, September 26

Annual Oktoberfest

Hosted by the Locust Valley Rotary from 1 to 8 p.m. at Thomas Park, Locust Valley. Great fun for the whole family. Featuring great German food, music (Long Island’s own Spitzbuam Authentic Oktoberfest Band), dancing, beverages, kids fun (face painting, sand art, pumpkin painting, games, activities, petting zoo and rides). Rain date Sept. 27 from 1 to 6 p.m. For more information go to www.lvrotary.com.

24th Annual International Coastal Cleanup

In conjunction with the American Littoral Society will be held at Garvies Point Museum and Preserve, 50 Barry Dr., Glen Cove, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Join thousands of volunteers just like you from Argentina to Vietnam who will be picking up trash from miles of beaches all over the world during the cleanup. Information about the trash collected goes to scientists at the Ocean Conservancy to determine what is polluting our water so that we can help stop it. Come for an hour, two hours, the full three hours. Wear old clothes, sneakers or boots (no sandals or flipflops). Bring water, insect repellent, sunscreen and work gloves, if you have them. Meet in front of the museum. For questions or directions call Dorothy McGarvey (beach captain) 523-7826 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call the museum 571-8010. Rescheduled from Sept. 12.

Sunday, September 27

Making Mobility A Reality

The Long Island Chapter of the Foundation Fighting Blindness presents “Making Mobility a Reality: How individuals with visual impairments can increase their access to services on Long Island,” an interactive panel discussion with representatives from the NYS Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired, MTA, SCAT and the LI Council for the Blind. 1:30 to 4 p.m. at the Cold Spring Harbor Library, 95 Harbor Rd., Cold Spring Harbor. Free and open to the public. RSVP to Sabrina Chueh at 212-244-1470 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Wednesday, September 30

Glen Cove Chamber of Commerce

Invites the public to its general membership meeting at 8 a.m. at Glen Cove Hospital. Seminar topic: Marketing Magic - the Ace up your sleeve to Increasing Business. Guest speakers: Maptoons, Newsday.com, Pennysaver, Bonnie Nogin of Quality Recreation Solutions, Blue Star Promos and Gina Mari Designs. Learn of tried and true methods; hear influential ways to promote your business; and share your successful marketing tools with others. For additional information and to RSVP, call chamber office 676-6666.

Thursday, October 1

AHRC Auction

AHRC (of Brookville/Glen Head) Nassau’s 14th Annual Camp Loyaltown Auction. 6 p.m. cocktails and silent auction; 8 p.m. dinner and live auction. Held at The Swan Club, Glenwood Landing. The auction will honor Michael J. Dowling, president and CEO of the North-Shore-LIJ Health System. The auction benefits AHRC Nassau’s Camp Loyaltown located in Hunter, NY, which serves more than 850 campers annually. Proceeds from previous auctions have funded a much needed state-of-the-art infirmary and a specially-engineered, handicapped-accessible swimming pool. Tickets are $125 per person. Journal ads are available and range from $125 to $1,500. For more information or to purchase tickets, contact Jennifer Vodola at 626-1000, ext. 1139.

Friday, October 2

Soccer Tournament

Mill Neck Manor School for the Deaf will host the 31st annual Eastern Schools for the Deaf Athletic Association Northern Regional Soccer Tournament on Oct. 2 and 3 at the Mitchel Athletic Complex, 1 Charles Lindbergh Blvd., Uniondale. The Mill Neck Manor Chiefs, Western Pennsylvania Lions, Rochester Wildcats, Scranton Bears and St. Mary’s Bisons will compete in this year’s free indoor tournament. While the Mill Neck Manor Chiefs have participated for three years in the tournament, this year marks the first that Mill Neck will host. Coming in second place last year in Rochester was a highlight of the season and has motivated the team to work towards a first place win this year. The tournament schedule is as follows: 3 to 8 p.m. Friday; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. Admission is free.

Upcoming Events

North Shore H.S. Class of 1979 Reunion

North Shore High School Class of 1979 is preparing for its 30th reunion this fall at favorite hometown spot, Sea Cliff Yacht Club. The event, which will be held on Oct. 3 at 6:30 p.m., will feature a wonderful buffet, open bar, DJ and dancing. Classmates are expected from as far away as California, with one alumni planning to come from his current residence in China. The alumni heading up the reunion have taken full advantage of social media by starting a Facebook Group, called North Shore High School Class of ’79, where they’ve shared information about the reunion, along with old photographs. Alumni and faculty can find out more on Facebook, or by emailing This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Glen Cove Downtown BID Programs

Call the Glen Cove Downtown Business Improvement District 759-6970, email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or visit www.glencovedowntown.org.
•Car Cruise Nights through Oct. 29 from 5 to 10 p.m., School and Glen Sts. Display cars enter at Pratt Blvd. (Route 107) and Bridge St. $5 per display car per night. Free to spectators; free parking in municipal garage Sponsored by the Glen Cove Volunteer Fire Department and the Glen Cove Downtown BID. For more information, contact the GCFD 676-0366.
•Every Sunday from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., the Village Square Farmers and Artisans Market. Locally produced foods and handmade crafts. Village Square behind Ruby Tuesday’s, intersection of Glen and Bridge Sts. Rain or shine through Nov. 15. Call 759-6970.

Church of St. Rocco Trip

Four day trip to Washington, DC. Leave from the church parking lot Nov. 6. Return Nov. 9. Sign up now. $399 per person double. Call Madeline 676-5900 or 313-7299.
At Garvies Point Museum and Preserve
Located at 50 Barry Dr., Glen Cove. Call 571-8010/11. The following events are offered:
•Sept. 18: Film. Hummingbirds Up Close. 11 a.m., 2 and 3 p.m.
•Sept. 19: Gallery Talk. The Geode Story with geologist Geroge Allgaier. 1:30 p.m.
•Sept. 19: Film: Native American Artist: Charles Loloma, Hopi Jeweler. 11 a.m., 2 and 3 p.m.
•Sept. 22: Film: The Loon’s Necklace: Native American Legend. 11 a.m., 2 and 3 p.m.
•Sept. 23: Course: Jewelry Workshop. Fee required. 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 1 to 4 p.m.
•Sept. 24: Course: Sculpture Workshop. Fee required. 12:30 to 3:30 p.m.
•Sept. 25: Film: Dinosaurs: A fun-filled Trip Back in Time. 11 a.m., 2 and 3 p.m.

Golf Classic

Tee off for charity. The Auxiliary of North Shore University Hospital will hold its 31st Annual Golf Classic at The Creek in Locust Valley on Oct. 5. Proceeds from the event will benefit NSUH’s Cardiac Center. Sponsorship opportunities are available for individuals and corporations. Sponsorship includes green fees, cart, caddies, a buffet breakfast at 
8 a.m., followed by shotgun at 9 a.m., luncheon and awards. The event will be held rain or shine. For further information, or to register as a golfer for the event, call 562-4947.

Nassau North Shore Christian Women’s Club

Invites women to its luncheon which will be held on Oct. 6 at 11:30 a.m. at the George Washington Manor Restaurant, Old Northern Blvd., Roslyn. The cost of the luncheon is $21. If you wish to pay by check, make the check out to “Cash.” “Harvest of Gifts” – Bring a bounty of fresh baked goods, crafts and new gifts to sell beginning at 11 a.m. “A Basket of Balloons” – Bosco Lau will demonstrate some of his beautiful balloon creations. “Harvest of Thoughts” – Bosco Lau will speak about how to cultivate a life that yields high dividends. “Harvest Moon” – Jan Dougherty, soloist. For reservations or information call Jane Voss 742-0861 or Alice Russo 248-9726 by Sept. 25. Cancellations are essential.

Volunteers Needed

The Mill Neck Family of Organizations is seeking volunteers to work at food sales, children’s activities, apple booths and more during the Fall Harvest Festival to be held on Oct. 10 and 11. The outdoor festival, known as “Apple Sale,” features a wide variety of apples and seasonable produce, craft items, a Cheese House, deaf specialty items and much more. Volunteers can work from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., 12:30 to 5 p.m. or all day. Food tickets will be provided for all volunteers who work four or more hours. This year, the Mill Neck Family will host a “Kick-Off Breakfast for Volunteers” on Oct. 3 from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Deaf Education Center. Open to all 2009 volunteers ages 16 and over, the event will feature a delicious continental breakfast, an orientation and a long-time volunteer recognition ceremony. Have a fond Fall Harvest Memory? Yours may be highlighted at the breakfast. For more information about becoming a volunteer, to sign up for the breakfast or to share a fond festival memory, call Catherine Giordano 922-4100, ext. 231. Volunteers may also sign up at www.millneck.org.

Weekly Events

•Spotlight on Glen Cove will be on Cablevision Public Access Channel 18 from 4:30 to 5 p.m. every Monday. The show is produced by GCHS TV Class under the direction of Chris Barry and features programs about the Glen Cove School District and the City of Glen Cove.
•Duplicate Bridge. Friendly ACBL Accredited Duplicate Bridge Game. Refreshments served. Bring your favorite partner or we will get you one. Tuesdays at 7:15 p.m. at Sterling Glen, 146 Glen St. An ACBL certified director is in charge. Card fee $5. Call 671-2095.
•Book Club in Glen Cove. New members welcome. Meets on Tuesday afternoons once a month. Sociable group. Call Carol Rubin 671-2120.
•Junior Book Club for 4th and 5th graders will be held at 4 p.m. at the Locust Valley Library. One book will be read per month and will be discussed on the first Tuesday. Snacks are provided. Space is limited. Registration required. Call Kristine Piana 671-1837.
•Chess & Go Club. The Sea Cliff Chess Club will meet on Wednesdays from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Sea Cliff Gospel Chapel basement, 162 Sea Cliff Ave, Sea Cliff. Chess players of all ages and abilities welcome. For information or directions call David Collins 671-3806.
•Bingo Games every Friday at 7:15 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 83 Sea Cliff Ave., Glen Cove. $1500 in cash prizes guaranteed and smoke-free environment. Call 676-1828 for further info.
•Ballroom/Social Dancing every Friday at the Polish Club, 5 Pulaski Pl., Port Washington, from 8 p.m. to midnight. Music by DJ. Donation $14. Two drinks, bagels, cake and coffee included. Call 883-5553 for more information.

Monthly Events

•Padre Pio Prayer Group meets on the first Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the Church of St. Rocco. The entire service is in both English and Italian. The recitation of the Rosary and a Novena to Padre Pio precedes the celebration of the Mass by Father Peter Vaccari. All are welcome.
•Amputee Support Group at Glen Cove Hospital, 101 St. Andrews Ln. 7:30 p.m. in the Rehab Unit. Meetings are held on the first Tuesday of the month. Call Barbara Cunningham 674-7981 for more information.
•Loss of a Child Support Group will be held on the on the second Tuesday of the month at St. Patrick’s Church from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Call Diana 233-4848.
•Stroke Support Group, a free support group for anyone who has suffered a stroke or brain injury meets every third Tuesday of the month at Glen Cove Hospital, 101 St. Andrews Ln. Meetings include a guest speaker and open forum discussions. Family members welcome. 2 to 5 p.m. in the first floor Rehab South dining room. Call Cindy George 674-7692.
•Disabilities Support Group at Glen Cove Hospital, St. Andrews Ln. 7 p.m. in the Rehab Dining Room. Call 674-7690 for information. Meetings are on the first Wednesday of the month.
•Autoimmune Support Group for anyone coping with an autoimmune disorder, the Nursing Education Department of Glen Cove Hospital offers a free support group the first and third Thursday of each month from 7 to 8 p.m. in the hospital’s Maxwell Board Room ground floor, 101 Saint Andrew’s Ln. The group is open to anyone with an autoimmune disorder such as chronic fatigue syndrome, Crohn’s disease, multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia, type 1 diabetes, ulcerative colitis and other disorders. An autoimmune disorder is one in which a person’s immune system begins to attack his or her own body. Call the group’s co-facilitators, Carol Marino, Certified Therapeutic Recreational Specialist, 674-7812.