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Ongoing

Bingo

Every Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. at Beth Shalom Center of Amityville and the Massapequas, 79 County Line Rd., Amityville. 264-2891.

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Upcoming Events

McKenna School's 40th Anniversary

September 1998 will mark the 40th anniversary of the former McKenna Junior High School which is now McKenna Elementary School. A 40th Anniversary Committee is planning a celebration of this Massapequa Park school that has served the community well in so many different ways: as a junior high school, a seventh grade center, an elementary school, a teacher training center, and a senior citizen center. Any former students, staff or others who would like to share their memories or mementos can contact Noreen Wade at 795-1237 or write to the 40th Anniversary Committee at McKenna Elementary School, Spruce St., Massapequa Park, NY 11762.

Amityville High School Class of 1948 Reunion

Plans are under way for a reunion of members of the Amityville High School Class of 1948. If you would like to attend and/or become involved in the planning, contact Bob Smith 264-0563 or Bill Ball 264-1043. If you prefer, Bob can be reached via e-mail at rws174@juno.com. No definite plans have been established as of now so any and all input will be appreciated.

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Saturday, December 27

Babes in Toyland

Saturdays 2 p.m. and Sundays 11:30 a.m. through Jan. 4 at the Purple Cow Playhouse, 71-73 Broadway (Route 107), Hicksville. For reservations and information call 938-1940. General Admission $14, seniors and children under 12 $12.

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Monday, December 29

The Heart Club

Mutual support and education to help develop a heart-healthy life style at Mid-Island Hospital (an affiliate of Winthrop-University Hospital), 4295 Hempstead Tpke., Bethpage. There will be no meeting in December. The next meeting will take place on Jan. 26.

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Tuesday, December 30

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: Stay Sharp.

N. Massapequa Fire District

The Annual Close-Out meeting at 6:30 p.m. at the district building, 960 Hicksville Rd., Seaford. 579-0900.

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Wednesday, December 31

Gam-Anon

An anonymous program for spouses, adult children over 18, family and friends who may be affected by a gambling problem. St. David's Church, Clark and Lakeshore Blvds., Massapequa Park. Meetings held every Wednesday. Call 24-hour hotline 321-2883.

FEGS Suffolk Vocational Center/Displaced Homemaker Center

Group information meetings will be held on Wednesdays at 10 a.m. Free services and options available to qualified LI residents. Job seekers, displaced homemakers (widowed, divorced, abandoned, separated, single parents, those on public assistance or with a permanently disabled or chronically unemployed spouse), and certified dislocated workers will be interested in the programs designed for them. Job placement assistance and job readiness programs. No fee for meeting or services. Programs are funded by the NYS Legislature, LI's United Way and the UJA/Federation Campaign. Call 598-0108 for an appointment.

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Saturday, January 2

Babes in Toyland

Saturdays 2 p.m. and Sundays 11:30 a.m. through Jan. 4 at the Purple Cow Playhouse, 71-73 Broadway (Route 107), Hicksville. For reservations and information call 938-1940. General Admission $14, seniors and children under 12 $12.

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Tuesday, January 6

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.

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 Jan. 8.

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Wednesday, January 7

The Emphysema Club

Support for those with chronic lung diseases. 1:30 p.m. in Room M9 at Mid-Island Hospital (an affiliate of Winthrop-University Hospital), 4295 Hempstead Tpke., Bethpage. For information call 579-6000. Meetings are held on the first and third Wednesday of each month.

Prenatal Program Series

A four-week program taught by a registered nurse, certified childbirth educator. Program begins on the first Wednesday of the month. 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Mid-Island Hospital (an affiliate of Winthrop-University Hospital), 4295 Hempstead Tpke., Bethpage.

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Thursday, January 8

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

Support 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.

Diabetes Club

Meeting at the Brunswick Hall Administration Bldg., 80 Louden Ave., Amityville. 7:15 p.m. This free-of-charge, educational and support club usually meets on the first Thursday of each month. To register and to receive information call 789-7778.

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Friday, January 9

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.

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Farmingdale Public Library:

December Exhibit

Through January - oil paintings of Angelika Swantek will be exhibited in the Gallery.

Holiday Hours

The library will be open on Dec. 31 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; closed Jan. 1, New Year's Day.

Monday, December 29

Folk Dancing with Claire Wolotkin continues at the library. Cost is $3 per session or $20 for a full 8 week course. 7:30 p.m. All welcome.

Book Discussions at 7 p.m. and Dec. 30 at 3 p.m. All invited to join the lively discussions moderated by librarian Stuart Schaeffer. The book discussion is William Trevor's Felicia's Journey.

Ongoing

Paperback Books Wanted. If you have any used paperback books that are in good condition please donate them to the Farmingdale Library. They will be used in the successful paperback exchange program. All donations are appreciated. People-To-People Homebound Delivery Project. Farmingdale residents who are physically unable to leave their homes may receive the same service that their neighbors enjoy when they come to a local library. Easy-on-the-eyes large type books, "talking books" on disc or cassette (with playing equipment), reading and listening materials on all kinds of subjects are available. If interested call the library.

Upcoming Event

PC Support Group. Join PC support techician, Lou Casak and bring your computer questions and concerns. This group will be meeting at 7 p.m. Jan. 14. Residents of UFSD #22 only.

The Farmingdale Library is located at 116 Merritts Rd., Farmingdale. For further information on any library event call 249-9090.

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At the Massapequa Library

Massapequa Libraries
523 Central Ave.
Massapequa, NY 11758
798-4607
40 Harbor Ln.
Massapequa Park, NY 11762
799-0770

Upcoming Events

Defensive Driving Course

Presented by Driver Improvement Programs. Fee is $40 per person. 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at 523 Central Ave. Call 1-800-734-7883 to have special registration materials mailed to your home.

Soho Bus Trip

Registration is now being taken, in person, at both buildings for a bus trip on Jan. 14 to an artist's loft/studio in Soho, followed by the ultimate shopping adventure at ABC Carpet & Home, with its 10 floors of priceless antiques. Lunch will be held in their Victorian Parlour Cafe. Cost is $55 per guest.

Wednesday, December 31

Holiday Hours

The libraries will be open today from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and closed Jan. 1.

Tuesday, January 6

Everything You Wanted to Know About Cruising

Will be discussed by Margaret Yoniak, president of Vacation Plaza, Inc., certified "Master Cruise Counselor" and certified travel consultant. She will explain how to choose a ship, read a deck plan, select a cabin, what to expect on a cruise, what to pack, etc. She will also provide information on worldwide destinations, itineraries, differences between resort-style, premium and luxury cruises. A short video will be shown followed by a question and answer session. 8 p.m. 523 Central Ave.

Thursday, January 8

The Golden Age of the English Garden

A slide/lecture presented by docents from Old Westbury Gardens. The Neo-classical or Georgian period will be explored as well as the principals of Adam, Kent, Capability Brown, Gertrude Jekyll and how these apply to emerging garden designs. The development of traditional English gardens will be discussed with slides and pictures. Questions and answers follow. 1 p.m. 523 Central Ave.