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Thursday, December 17

Kiwanis Club of Manhasset-PW

Meets Thursdays for lunch at 12:30 p.m. at Louie’s Oyster Bar & Grille, 395 Main St., Port Washington. New members welcome. Call Jerry Rudnick 883-0869.

Friday, December 18

Clutterers Anonymous

A 12-step self-help group, offers help and support to those who have clutter problems in their homes or workplace. Meets on the first and third Friday from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at the School of the Community Reformed Church, 90 Plandome Rd., Manhasset. There are no dues or fees. For more information, email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , call (866) 800-3881 or visitwww.ClutterersAnonymous.net.

Saturday, December 19

Boy Scout Troop Collecting for the Needy

Manhasset Troop 97 will be hosting a collection to benefit children’s school orphanages worldwide. The troop also hopes to make significant donations to Soles 4 Souls, the Salvation Army, Coalition for the Homeless, CityMeals on Wheels, World Vision and more. Your unwanted items can help people look forward to a better life. Stop by American Legion Post 304, 27 Bayview Ave., Manhasset, between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. with your donation of children’s and adults clothing, sports clothing and equipment, shoes, coats, gloves, hats, socks or underwear, school pens, markers, crayons, rulers, and books, medical supplies, bandages, bandaids, toothbrushes, toothpaste, soap, sun block, all kinds of ointments and lotions, food, cans and sealed cartons or bags, toys, digital cameras, music equipment. For further information contact Robin Greaves 902-1499 or email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Also on Dec. 20.

Sunday, December 20

Varsity Choral Society

Will present its 20th Annual Christmas Concert at the Congregational Church of Manhasset, Northern Blvd., at 4 p.m. This year’s program will open with the Christmas portion of Handel’s Messiah and the Hallelujah chorus. The chorus, includes long time Great Neck resident Nancy Corn who has enjoyed her participation as a soprano with this enormously talented choir for 9 years. The choir and soloists will be conducted by Craig Tocher and accompanied by organ and strings. Featured performers include organist Judith Feuss and, Molley Davey, soprano, Melissa Maravell, contralto, Robert Horowitz, tenor, and Jason Hendrix, baritone. The second half of the program will feature Gloria by John Ness Beck, A Musicological Journey Through the Twelve Days of Christmas and a surprise humorous work by P.D.Q. Bach. Solo and ensemble works also will be sung by choir members. The festivities will end with a rousing audience sing-a-long, accompanied beautifully by organ and strings.

Monday, December 21

Duplicate Bridge Game

An open game is held every Monday afternoon at 12:30 p.m. at Temple Judea, 333 Searingtown Rd., Manhasset. Master points are awarded. There is a $10 card fee. Refreshments served. For questions call Lynn Weiss 718-279-1005.

Torah Study Group

Designed for all levels of Jewish learners, Rabbi Todd Chizner will guide study of the Torah in this interactive, exciting examination of the Jewish holy book. Participants will study and discuss the wisdom and various insights that the Torah presents to modern society. Classes to be held from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Temple Judea of Manhasset, 333 Searingtown Rd. For more information call 621-8049.

Tuesday, December 22

Active Seniors

Active Seniors of Manhasset meets every Tuesday from 11:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. in rented quarters at the Unitarian Church on Shelter Rock Rd. Phyllis Becker is its director and leads the group in its activities including luncheons at local restaurants. Because many of the group no longer drive, bus transportation is available. Bus pickup is at one’s house. Call Mrs. Becker at 365-8493 to be included. Meetings are in a bright cheery room and desserts and beverage are offered. Bring your own sandwiches. Get up card groups for bridge and other games, bingo and board games. This is a chance to get out and make new friends and keep up with the old ones. If schools are closed for snow days, meetings won’t be held.

Duplicate Bridge

Bridge games are held every Tuesday evening at 7:15 p.m. at Our Lady of Grace Center, 29 Shelter Rock Road, Manhasset. If you are interested in a friendly duplicate game, call Jo-Ann Damato at 883-9248 for more information.

Al-Anon

Meetings Al-Anon meets at the Shelter Rock Church, 626 Plandome Rd. in Manhasset from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Tuesdays.

Story Times

Barnes & Noble in Manhasset holds Toddler Bedtime Stories every Tuesday and Thursday at 10:30 a.m. No drop-offs. Call 365-6723 to confirm.

Manhasset Art Association

Weekly live-model sessions. Meetings for members are held at the Quaker Meeting House, Northern Blvd., on Tuesdays from 12:30 to 3 p.m. For membership information, call Madeline Klé 676-1757.

Manhasset Rotary Meeting

The Rotary Club of Manhasset meets every Tuesday at 12:30 p.m. at the Pearl East Restaurant, 1191 Northern Blvd., across from Macys. Guests are welcome. For more information call Dick Law 633-7686.

Manhasset-Lakeville Fire and Water District

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.

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 2nd 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.

Speak & Lead Without Fear- Toastmasters International

Grow your leadership and communication skills in a supportive, friendly and positive learning environment with fellow Toastmasters from your area. Drop Ins always welcome. Meetings are held on the second and fourth Tuesday of every month from 7:20 to 9 p.m. at the Manhasset Lakeville Fire House, 21, 78th Ave. (just off Lakeville Rd). Visit website at www.verysperry.com or call Ken Beiner 998-8350.

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

The next library board of trustees meeting will be held at 8 p.m. The community is invited. Board meetings are subject to change. Call 627-2300, ext. 430, in advance to confirm date.

Thursday, December 31

New Year’s Eve Overnight Celebration

Dec. 31 – Jan 1 at St. Ignatius Retreat House, 251 Searingtown Rd. Presenters Deacon George and Linda Reich. Dinner to Dinner includes Liturgy. Check-in Thursday 4 p.m. Departure Friday 7:30 p.m. $200 per person. Call for reservations 621-8300, ext. 15.

Upcoming Events

Court of Champions Winter Classic

The Court of Champions Tennis Committee is having a “Winter Classic” fundraiser to help raise funds for the three additional tennis courts to be built at the Manhasset H.S. Join the committee at Go Tennis, 34-28 214th Pl., Bayside, for a fun evening of tennis or just having some ‘tennis-tini’s” with them. The event is from 7:30 to 11 p.m. on Jan. 23. The cost is $80 per person which includes a hot buffet dinner, wine, beer and “tennis-tini” cocktails. There will be mixed doubles round robin tennis with both friends and Manhasset High School administrators. Raffles, fun and games for all, whether you venture onto the courts or not. For more info contact: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Registration forms are available at www.irockfundhome.org/tenniswinterclassic or at Manhasset Sporting Goods.

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 .

Ongoing Events

Manhasset SCA Nominating Committee

The 2010 Manhasset SCA Nominating Committee is soliciting nominations for the 2010-2012 term. The three positions open for nomination are executive treasurer, middle school president and Munsey Park president. Each of the positions serve a two-year term. The Nominating Committee is soliciting nominations (including self-nominations) and encourages the community to submit the names of individuals who would make a difference in the schools and in the community. Send nominations by Jan. 15 to either Mary Kay Connors (627-4872) at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or Tammy Kelly (627-0608) at T2kelly 65@verizon. net.

Volunteers Wanted

At Manhasset non-profit, Tuesday’s Children, www.tuesdayschildren.org for research, writing and administration. Call Terry 562-9000.

Agenda

Manhasset Chamber of Commerce

The monthly meeting of the Manhasset Chamber of Commerce will take place the first Tuesday of each month at the Manhasset Lakeville Firehouse, Company #1, Bayview Ave., from 5 to 6 p.m. All are welcome. For further information e-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Council of Greater Manhasset Civic Associations

The Council of Greater Manhasset Civic Associations meets at 8 p.m. on the second Wednesday of each month, September through June, in Town Hall in the law library.

Manhasset Park District Schedule of Meetings

The Manhasset Park District Board of Commissioners meets on Mondays at 6:15 p.m., the second and fourth Monday of the month at the Manhasset Park District Office at 62 Manhasset Ave., Manhasset, unless otherwise publicly notified. These meetings are open to the public.

Village of Flower Hill

The Flower Hill Village Board meets on the first Monday of every month at 8 p.m. at the Village Hall, One Bonnie Heights Rd., Flower Hill.

Village of Munsey Park

The Village of Munsey Park Board of Trustees meets on the second Wednesday of every month at 7:30 p.m., Village Hall, 1777 Northern Blvd., Munsey Park.

Village of North Hills

North Hills Board of Trustees meets on the third Wednesday of every month at 8 p.m. at the Village Hall, One Shelter Rock Rd., North Hills.

Village of Plandome

Plandome Board of Trustees meets on the second Tuesday of every month at 8 p.m. at the Plandome Village Hall, 65 South Dr., Plandome.

Village of Plandome Heights

The Plandome Heights Board of Trustees monthly meeting will be held at the Plandome Village Hall, 37 Orchard St. The board meets on the first Monday of every month at 8 p.m.

Village of Plandome Manor

Plandome Manor Board of Trustees usually meets at 8 p.m. on the third Tuesday of the month at the N. Hempstead Town Hall, 220 Plandome Rd.

Ongoing Programs

Weekly Events

•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.
•Duplicate Bridge Class/Game every Saturday morning at 10 a.m., a “New to Duplicate” game for novice bridge players and former bridge players. Bagels and lecture before the game, supervised play and lunch after the game. At the Vanderbilt Bridge Club, rear entrance of 2500 Marcus Ave., Lake Success (between Lakeville and New Hyde Park Rds.) For more information, partnership requests and reservations, call Cathy Kirshner 718-428-4363 or the Vanderbilt 328-9704.
•Duplicate Bridge on Mondays at 7 p.m. The fee is $10/person. The instructor is Ann Schwartz. For further information, call Ann Schwartz 747-5461. Temple Emanuel of Great Neck is located at 150 Hicks Ln. The class is in the Upstairs Garden Room.
•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., Great Neck. Call 829-6566.
•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, Great Neck. 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.
•Stroke Support Group. North Shore University Hospital at Manhasset offers a free weekly support group for stroke survivors and caregivers every Friday from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at 300 Community Dr., Entrance 3, and Apt. Bldg. #304. Each meeting begins with a general social period from 10 to 11 a.m. Coffee and tea are served; speakers give presentations from 11 a.m. to noon; lunch is scheduled from noon to 12:45 p.m. (bring your own lunch; beverages provided); from 12:50 to 1:30 p.m. physical therapy is provided for survivors and concurrently a caregivers support meeting is held. For information and parking instructions call 562-4947.

Monthly Events

•Knitting Night Out. Grab those needles and learn about this great hobby. Whether it is to take the first steps of advance what you already know. Erika Hermann of Knitherapy in Manhasset hosts this event on the third Tuesday of every month at 8 p.m. at Barnes & Noble, 1542 Northern Blvd. Bring yarn (20 sts+4”) and US 7 needles. Adult event.
•LI Junior Chamber of Commerce regularly has the Meet and Greet on the first Thursday and the monthly meeting on the third Tuesday of each month, along with a variety of other events throughout the month, For more information on the LI Junior Chamber, visit WWW.LIJC.com. Contact: Martin Dekom, Chairman, 850-2717 - This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ; Julie Dekom, Membership Director This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ; Steven Eiselen, Community Development VP This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
•Myeloma Support Group. Are you or someone you love battling Multiple Myeloma? Local area myeloma patients, their families and friends have come together to form the NC Myeloma Support Group. Meetings are held on the fourth Thursday of the month from 7 to 9 p.m. at St. Peter of Alcantara Church, 1327 Port Washington Blvd., Port Washington. This is an excellent way to meet and interact with fellow Myeloma patients and their family members. Learn new aspects about the treatments and management of Multiple Myeloma. Refreshments. For more information call Carmen Scibetta 316-1574 or E-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . International Myeloma Foundation 1-800-453-2873. www.myeloma.org.
•Art League of NC monthly meeting and demonstration by a guest artist. Meets on the fourth Friday of each month at the New Hyde Park Recreation Center, Clinton G. Martin Park, Marcus Ave. and NHP Rd., NHP (near Union Tpke.) at 7:30 p.m. The public is invited. Refreshments served. Call 437-0919. Nonmembers $2. No meetings in June, July, August, December.

Manhasset Art Association

The Manhasset Art Association, MAA, has scheduled shows at the Manhasset Public Library, the Great Neck Library and the Unitarian Universalist Shelter Rock Gallery. Call the facility to see what is showing.

Exhibit

Watercolors by Charles Van Horn will be on view at the Gallery at Shelter Rock Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 48 Shelter Rock Rd., Manhasset, through Jan. 5. Free admission. Gallery hours: Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday noon to 3 p.m. Call 484-1181.

Nassau County Art Museum

The Nassau County Art Museum is open Tuesday through Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed Mondays. The museum offers docent-led tours for individuals or families every Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday at 2 p.m. Each tour can accommodate up to 20 people. No reservations are required, but spaces are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. The tours are free with paid admission. The museum also welcomes group tours from schools, camps or other community groups. Reservations for these tours must be made in advance. For prices and information, call 484-9338.

Single Again

Shelter Rock Church, 626 Plandome Rd., offers a weekly support group called Single Again for people going through separation and divorce. Using a series of videos, topics such as anger, financial issues and loneliness are covered and discussed from a Biblical prospective. The group meets most Fridays from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Call 627-2270 to register or for more information.

Single Parent Network

Problems such as finances, childcare, visitation schedules, grandparents, extended family and demanding work schedules can overwhelm a single parent. North Shore Child and Family Guidance Center, through the Single Parent Action Network, offers support services, workshops and community meetings for single parents with children 18 years of age and younger. Call SPAN and ask for Cynthia Wagner at 626-1971.

Teen Helpline

If you need to talk to someone who cares, call Tel-A-Teen at 254-BE-OK, Monday through Saturday from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Tel-A-Teen is a youth phone center answered by teen “sharers” under the supervision of an adult.

Violence Hotline

The Nassau County Coalition Against Domestic Violence is the service provider in Nassau County for the victims of domestic or dating violence, sexual assault and elder abuse. The Coalition operates a fully staffed, 24-hour hotline (516) 542-0404. Counseling, safe housing, advocacy and legal assistance are available in a warm, supportive, professional atmosphere. For women who are victims of violent behavior, safety is a major concern. Therefore the coalition operates a safe home in Nassau County for battered women and their children. Advocates are also available Monday through Friday in Family Court and at Domestic Violence Court in Criminal Court and are on-call 24 hours a day for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault in local hospital emergency rooms. If you or someone you know needs help, either ask for a coalition advocate or call our 24-hour hotline at 542-0404. The hotline is free and confidential.

Support for the Widowed

AARP Widowed Persons Service in Nassau County offers emotional support, counseling and other services to recently widowed men and women of all ages. The program is free of charge and open to all Nassau County residents. The service offers the help of trained volunteers, all of whom have been widowed themselves. Individuals interested in AARP Widowed Persons Service in Nassau County may call 887-8611 or (718) 347-1368.