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Friday, November 20

Great Neck Park District

Film: The Best Years of Our Lives, 1946, runs 172 minutes. Starring Myrna Loy, Fredric March, Dana Andrews, Teresa Wright, Virginia Mayo. 8 p.m. GN House. Park card required for admission.

Pippin

Presented by South High School, Theatre South and Performing Arts Dept. at 8 p.m. 341 Lakeville Rd. Ticket info: 441-4851. Also on Nov. 21.
Once Upon a Mattress
Presented by North High School Junior Players and Music Dept. 7:30 p.m., 35 Polo Rd. Ticket info: 441-4743.

Shul Talk

With Rabbi Ted at 7:30 p.m. at 6:45 p.m. at Temple Isaiah of Great Neck, 1 Chelsea Pl. Call 487-5373. Barnes and Noble Shopping Days. The temple will receive a portion of everything spent. Just mention the temple or use the coupons received in the mail.
Saturday, November 21

Great Neck Park District

Film: The Best Years of Our Lives, 1946, runs 172 minutes. Starring Myrna Loy, Fredric March, Dana Andrews, Teresa Wright, Virginia Mayo. 5 and 8 p.m. GN House. Park card required for admission.

Positive Thinking in Spanish

When we learn to harness the energy of the mind, we can master our lives. This workshop provides an introduction to the understanding of thoughts and the mind. 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. at Global Harmony House, 46 S. Middle Neck Rd. All welcome. Free admission. RSVP 773-0971, 917-589-2565 (Spanish) or email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Sponsored by the Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual Organization.

Living Stress Free Workshop

Turn stress into success. Change it into a new resource of personal learning and power. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Global Harmony House, 46 S. Middle Neck Rd. All welcome. Free admission. RSVP 773-0971 or email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Sponsored by the Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual Organization.

Introduction to Judaism $6

At 11:15 a.m. at Temple Isaiah of Great Neck, 1 Chelsea Pl. Call 487-5373.

Sunday, November 22

Torah Dedication Ceremony

The North Shore Hebrew Academy Elementary and High Schools, in conjunction with the greater Great Neck Jewish community, will celebrate the completion of 12 new Sifrei Torah. The celebration is the culmination of the Sam Aharonoff Shivtei Torah Campaign and all proceeds will go to the Sam Aharonoff Memorial Scholarship Fund. The gathering and procession will take place in two locations at 9:30 a.m. - one at the corner of Middle Neck Rd. and Old Mill Rd. and the second at Polo Rd., between William and Florence Sts. In case of rain, there will be no procession. The official program will take place at 10:30 a.m. at the Great Neck Synagogue, 26 Old Mill Rd. (followed by entertainment, dancing and light fare. For more information, contact Arnie Flatow 487-8687, ext 2. This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Great Neck Park District

Film: The Best Years of Our Lives, 1946, runs 172 minutes. Starring Myrna Loy, Fredric March, Dana Andrews, Teresa Wright, Virginia Mayo. 7:30 p.m. GN House. Park card required for admission.

Book Talk

Liz Wissner Gross will speak about her book Write Your College Essay in One Day. 1 p.m. at Barnes and Noble.

Monday, November 23

Adult Intermediate Hebrew

10 a.m. at Temple Isaiah of Great Neck, 1 Chelsea Pl. Call 487-5373.

Tuesday, November 24

Tuesdays with REAP

(Retired Executives and Professionals). Meets each Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., except when schools are closed, at the Cumberland School, 30 Cumberland Ave. You are invited to come for stimulating and informative discussions and programs. Bring lunch. Refreshments are served. Call 773-1713. 9 a.m. seminar: “The Trans-Siberian Railroad” presented by Lillian Zamora. 11 a.m. program: “Identity Theft” presented by David Marks.
Networking for the Needy
The Independent Business Women’s Circle and Atria Cutter Mill invite you to an intimate networking event at Atria, 96 Cuttermill Rd., from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. to benefit those in need within the LI community. You can help by supplying funds, food, toys, clothing and school supplies. In light of the upcoming holiday of Thanksgiving, the meeting will focus on gratitude. All will be asked to give testimony to what they are thankful for this year…and what they plan to do next year to grow their business. Enjoy a tasty lunch, invite a friend for free and help bring some joy into the lives of those who rely on the kindness of others to get them through these difficult times. Free to members; $20 nonmembers ($10 of which will be donated to charity). Reserve by emailing Stella at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or calling Karen at 631-754-6640.

Sunday, November 29

Vendors Mart

The Lake Success Jewish Center, 354 Lakeville Rd., Great Neck, will sponsor a Vendors Mart with new merchandise for men, women and children from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Shop early for the holidays as there are great sales. For more information, call 466-0569. There is no entry fee.

Tuesday, December 1

Great Neck Park District

Board of Commissioners work session meeting. 9 a.m. at the Park District Office, 5 Beach Rd.

Thursday, December 3

Insight Sessions

Thursdays. Meditation/reflection 7 to 7:30 p.m. Interactive session 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Global Harmony House, 46 S. Middle Neck Rd. All welcome. Free admission. RSVP 773-0971 or email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Sponsored by the Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual Organization. Dedication and Faith.

Great Neck Park District

Board of Commissioners business meeting. 8 pm. at the Park District Office, 5 Beach Rd.

Friday, December 4

Great Neck Park District

Film: The International, 2008, runs 118 minutes, rated R. Starring Clive Owen, Naomi Watts and Armin Mueller-Stahl. 8 p.m. GN House. Park card required for admission.

Saturday, December 5

Great Neck Park District

•Empire Safety Council Defensive Driving Course. 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 pm. GN House. To sign up or for more information call 482-0355.
•Film: The International, 2008, runs 118 minutes, rated R. Starring Clive Owen, Naomi Watts and Armin Mueller-Stahl. 5 and 8 p.m. GN House. Park card required for admission.

Sunday, December 6

Great Neck Choral Society

Meets Wednesdays from 7:20 to 9:30 p.m. in the Choral Room at Great Neck South Middle School, 349 Lakeville Rd, Lake Success. Dr. Virginia Davidson, conductor. Website: www.gnchoral.org. For information call 233-1460 or 536-0451. The Choral Society will have a concert today, Music: A Soul to the Universe, at 4 p.m. at St. Paul the Apostle Church, Cedar Swamp Rd. (Route 107), Brookville. Program: Russian Liturgical music and Mass in the Time of War by Haydn. Tickets $20. For more information call 536-0451.

National Council of Jewish Women

Seasoned Singles will meet at the Scobee Diner at noon for brunch and proceed at 2 p.m. to the Nassau County Museum to view the Norman Rockwell exhibit. This trip is for members and their friends and will be paid for them at the diner and museum. For reservations call Thelma Nowve 718-225-5581.

Great Neck Park District

•Sunday @ 3 Series. Lecture: Bob Lippet: Jewish Heritage. 3 p.m. GN House. Park card required for admission.
•Film: The International, 2008, runs 118 minutes, rated R. Starring Clive Owen, Naomi Watts and Armin Mueller-Stahl. 8 p.m. GN House. Park card required for admission.
Upcoming Events

Powers’ Singles Event

The events are for singles in their 40s, 50s, 60s (40 to 69). $15 advance. Dinner is additional. Reservations required. Call 802-3906. Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Website: www.PowersSingles.com. The following 7 p.m. events are offered:
•Pull Up A Chair Dinner Parties: Nov. 21: Simply Fondue, 24 Great Neck Rd., Great Neck.

Vendors Wanted

For the “Think Pink Expo.” All table fees will be donated to the South Nassau Communities Hospital Cancer Program. Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Weekly Events

•Weight Watchers hold meetings at senior living community Atria Great Neck, 51 Great Neck Rd., every Monday. The meeting begins at 12:30 p.m. Weigh-ins begin at 11:30 a.m. If you are interested in learning more, call 829-4100. Also on Wednesday at 6 p.m.
•Boy Scout Troop 10 meets every Monday (except school holidays) from 7:45 to 9 p.m. in the Community Room of St. Paul’s Church, Grace Ave. at Gilchrest Rd. Boys at least 10 and one half years old or in the 6th grade are invited to join. Attend a meeting or call Scoutmaster Dwight Rosenstein 482-3603 or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .Visit www.troop10greatneck.com.
•Israeli Folk Dance Night with renowned folk dance instructor Danny Uziel. Beginners welcome. For the first 30 minutes Danny will instruct, then move to some more intermediate dances for everyone to enjoy. Tuesdays from 8:15 to 10:30 p.m. in the Youth House behind the main building of Temple Israel. Call 482-7800 for details. We meet from 8 to 11 p.m. in the Crystal Ballroom. It is not a beginner’s group, but appropriate for intermediate to advanced levels; from 10 to 11 p.m., partner dances will be taught (partners are not needed).
•The Board of Commissioners of the Manhasset-Lakeville Fire and Water Districts will meet each Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and the first and third Thursday at 6:30 p.m. (through Dec. 31) to discuss the weekly business of the district. All meetings will be conducted in the Boardroom at the District Office, 170 East Shore Rd., Great Neck, unless otherwise publicly notified. The regular office hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The board is available on a daily basis to respond to concerns, questions and issues of the district residents pertaining to fire/water district matters. Special arrangement or appointments can be made through Barbara Pisani at 466-4416, ext. 704.
•The Rotary Club of Great Neck welcomes you to its breakfast meeting on Wednesdays from 8 to 9:15 a.m. at the Inn of Great Neck for fellowship, interesting programs, and an opportunity to provide “Service Above Self.” Questions? Call the club line at 869-6860 during business hours.
•Great Neck Choral Society meets Wednesdays from 7:20 to 9:30 p.m. in the Choral Room at Great Neck South Middle School, 349 Lakeville Rd, Lake Success. Dr. Virginia Davidson, conductor. Website: www.gnchoral.org. For information call 233-1460 or 536-0451.
•Women’s Psychotherapy Group focusing on relationships and interpersonal issues. Meetings are Wednesdays at 6:45 p.m. at COPAY, Inc., 21 North Station Plaza. Call Connie Mithalal, CSW-R 466-2509. All calls are strictly confidential. COPAY, Inc. is a member of the United Way and the GN United Community Fund.
•Weekly Discussion of current events and issues concerning women every Wednesday from 1 to 3 p.m. at Womanspace, GN Senior Community Center, 80 Grace Ave. Call 829-6566.
•Safe and Effective Weight Loss. How much fat do you have in your body? Come learn about what a BIA Exam is. And why we need one. A BIA exam is the method of assessing your “body composition”- the measurement of body fat in relation to lean body mass. This is an integral part of a health and nutrition assessment. Come in and learn methods of safe and effective weight loss. Group weight loss sessions and TLC programs starting weekly. Dr. Neil Koppel of Energy Health Group will be giving a Complementary BIA Lecture on Wednesdays from 7 to 8 p.m. at 444 Lakeville Rd., Suite 203, Lake Success. Call Faryl to reserve a seat 504-4040.
•Join a Healing Dance Circle, combining stretching, strengthening, breathing and dance sequences Open to women looking for a therapeutic exercise program. Thursdays 1:45 to 2:45 p.m. at Bonda Yoga, 4A Bond St., Great Neck. Call Sharon Epstein, Dance Movement Therapist for more info 829-5846.
•GN Water Pollution Control District. The Board of Commissioners meets every Thursday at 8:30 a.m. at the district offices, 236 E. Shore Rd. Open to the public. Call 482-0238.
•Peace Vigil. Become a “Presence for Peace.” Join the vigil to protest the loss of life and treasure in Iraq and Afghanistan and to bring our troops home. Every Thursday from 5 to 6 p.m., corner of Northern Blvd. and Lakeville Rd. Sponsored by Great Neck SANE/Peace Action. Information: 487-3786.

Monthly Events

•Personal Relationships. Do you have questions about personal relationships with adult children, mates, in-laws and friends? Come share them with women of similar interests at a friendly, warm, intelligent and supportive group. Alternate Tuesdays of each month from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at Womanspace, 3 St. Paul’s Pl. (off Grace Ave.). Confidentiality maintained. Call Marilyn 623-7062.
•Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group. Caring for someone with Dementia is extremely challenging. Family members and friends of those with Dementia can get support for the difficulties they face everyday. Held on the first and third Tuesday of every month from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at the Great Neck Senior Center, 80 Grace Ave. Call Gail Busillo, CSW. Call 562-3362.
•Elmer A. Sperry Toastmasters Club # 4326. This is a public club and new members are welcome. Meetings are held on the second and fourth Tuesday of every month at 7:30 p.m. at Manhasset-Lakeville Fire Department Company 5, 21-78th Ave., New Hyde Park, on the second floor. The mission of the club is to provide a mutually supportive and positive learning environment in which every member has the opportunity to develop communication and leadership skills, which in turn foster self-confidence and personal growth. Visit www.verysperry.com or call Frank Soluri 797-6900 or John Bekisz 352-1584.
•Senior Center Book Club. Come for an intellectual discussion about current best sellers. The club meets every third Tuesday at the Great Neck Senior Center, 80 Grace Ave. Call 487-0025. Book reviews are led by Janet de Winter and all are welcome to participate with comments and opinions whether you have read to the book or not.
•North Shore Playwrights Circle (formerly the Playwrights Circle of Great Neck). Meetings are held every other Wednesday from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. in comfortable private dining room at Sterling Glen of Great Neck, 96 Cutter Mill Rd. Light refreshments are served. Readings range from discussions of member’s ongoing works to original playwriting exercises. These are aimed at helping members solve such classic playwriting problems as opening scenes, too much exposition, etc. There is no fee to join the group, which was founded by local author Robin Gorman Newman. Contact her at _ This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it _ (mailto: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ) 773-0911 to get on the email list for meetings announcements.
•North Shore Doe Club Elks Lodge #1458 meets at 8 p.m. every second Wednesday (except July and August) at 8 p.m. at the Elks Club, 30 Haven Ave., Port Washington. Formerly GN/PW Doe Club #1543.
•Free Blood Pressure Screenings on the first Thursday of every month from 10 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. at Great Neck House. Call 482-0355 for more info.
•Bereavement/Caregiver Support Groups. Project Independence will host two support groups, one for the bereaved and another for caregivers, on the second and fourth Thursdays of each month at the Great Neck Senior Center, 80 Grace Ave. The support groups will be offered every second and fourth Thursday of each month offering emotional support from others grieving a loss, the bereavement support group will help attendees cope with physical, mental and emotional effects of grief. Participants in the caregiver support group sessions will learn a variety of coping techniques including ways to minimize stress and relate to others experiencing similar situations. Call 311 for more details or information about Project Independence.