Ongoing
Boy Scout Troop 45 of Mineola will be collecting food for the poor. Donations may be dropped off at our Weekly Scout meetings on Tuesday, Nov. 18 and Tuesday, Nov. 25 between 7:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. Meetings are held at the First Presbyterian Church of Mineola at First and Main Streets (across from the post office).
The Mineola High School Class of 1987 will be celebrating its 10-year reunion at the New Hyde Park Inn (Jericho Tpke. - New Hyde Park) on Saturday, Nov. 29. The cost is $60 per person. If you haven't received a notice of the reunion in the mail, or would like to contact the committee to participate in planning, please contact either Constantine Malaxos (742-2930) or Bonnie L. Santosus (747-0383).
The Mineola Choral Society is celebrating its 50th musical year starting in September. We are looking for former members, accompanists and directors for our gala reunion in May 1998. Please contact Beth Nilsen at (718) 470-1757 for more information.
1997 Annual Christmas Fair of the Hillside United Methodist Church, 2801 Hillside Ave., New Hyde Park between (Marcus and Herricks) will be held on Friday, Nov. 21 from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 22 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Make reservations by Nov. 19 for the ham dinner that will be available on Friday.
The Knights of Columbus Corpus Christi Council #2502 will be conducting a membership drive - Jubilee 2000 at all Masses at Corpus Christi Church during the weekend of Nov. 15 and 16. Catholic men ages 18 and older are eligible to become members of this 115-year-old Catholic benevolent and fraternal organization. Members will be available at each Mass to provide literature describing council activities and the benefits of being a member.
The MAA's Mineola Reds Travel Baseball team is looking for players interested in playing Federation Amateur Baseball. This team will play approximately 40 games starting June 1. Anyone interested between the ages of 15 and 16 can call 877-2542. Please leave your name, address and telephone number and someone will get back to you.
Wednesday, November 12
Thanksgiving Luncheon for Homemakers
The East Williston Chapter of Homemakers Council of Nassau County will enjoy their next meeting for November with a covered dish luncheon in the Community Church of East Williston. All members will bring a dish to serve six and the hostess will bring the dessert.
Thursday, November 13
East Williston School District
The North Side Family Math and Science Activity Night will take place beginning at 7 p.m. in the North Side Auditorium.
Police Speak to Parents
Williston Park Mayor Tom Muldoon has announced that Inspector Paul Tully, commanding officer of the Third Precinct, will attend a follow-up meeting at Msgr. Kirwin Hall, located in St. Aidan's School, Willis Ave. and Pembroke Street at 7:30 p.m. Discussion of communication lines will take place. All concerned are encouraged to attend.
Saturday, November 15
Spirit of Achievement Award
Join Cancer Care of Long Island in presenting the "Spirit of Achievement" Award to Congresswoman Carolyn McCarthy at a Luncheon and Fashion Show at noon at the Engineers Country Club, Roslyn Harbor. Recipients of this award represent those people whose energy, spirit and courage provide leadership and inspiration for others. Tickets are $60 per person. For more information, call 364-8130.
Monster Ceili
The Irish American Society of Nassau, Suffolk and Queens, Inc. is pleased to announce a Monster Ceili to be held at the Irish Center, 297 Willis Ave. in Mineola at 6 p.m. There is a $10 donation. Door proceeds go to the Famine Memorial - Battery Park, NY. Music donated by the CCE Mid-Atlantic Region Musicians. Denis O'Sullivan and John McGuran are chairing this event. For more information call the center between 9:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. at 746-9392 or 742-8080.
Sunday, November 16
Big Band Sounds and Super Drawing
The Irish American Society of Nassau, Suffolk and Queens, Inc. is pleased to announce a dance and super drawing to be held at the Irish Center, 297 Willis Ave. in Mineola at 6 p.m. There is a $10 donation. Music by the very popular Bantry Bay big band, with sounds from the '40s to the '60s. James Cashin and Hilda Benn are chairing this event. For more information call the center between 9:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. at 746-9392 or 742-8080.
Educational Seminar
The Greater New York Chapter of the American Liver Foundation will hold its upcoming meeting at Winthrop-University Hospital Conference Center, 101 Mineola Boulevard (the corner of Second Street) in Mineola. Allan Wolkoff, MD will speak on liver cells and answer questions. Admission is free. For more information call Chapter Director Mary Beth Tully at 393-5076.
Monday, November 17
East Williston School District
The East Williston Board of Education will hold its monthly business meeting at 8 p.m. in the Wheatley Cafeteria.Tuesday, November 18
East Williston School District
The North Side Pre-School Story Hour will take place between 10:15 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. in the North Side Library. The Willets Road PTO will have its monthly meeting at 1:30 p.m. in the Willets Road Cafeteria. The Wheatley PTO will hold its monthly meeting in the Wheatley Faculty Room at 8 p.m.Postal Service Seminars
The Postal Service has scheduled a business seminar on Automation. Each session costs $15 per person and is non-refundable. All seminars will be presented at the Postal Business Center located at 65 Maxess Road in Melville. Space is limited, so make reservations early. If you have questions call 755-2900.PAL Registration
Final registration for basketball and lacrosse will be held from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the PAL House on Second St. and Willis Ave. for boys basketball grades two through eight and girls grade four to eight. There will be a fee of $26 for basketball collected at time of registration. There will also be registration for lacrosse for grades second through sixth. Members must bring parent.Wednesday, November 19
East Williston School District
The North Side PTO will hold its monthly meeting at 8 p.m. in the North Side Cafeteria.Thursday, November 20
We Are Mineola Gala Dinner
The "We Are Mineola Gala Dinner" will be held at the Jericho Terrace from 7:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. A full Thanksgiving Dinner will be served. There will be a 19 piece band with dancing and the promise of a most enjoyable evening. Call Mineola Chamber of Commerce President Teri Ranfone at 877-1000 as soon as possible as only a few seats are left.Friday, November 21
Magical Marketplace
Cathedral Women, Cathedral of the Incarnation are sponsoring a Magical Marketplace from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. at Cathedral House, 50 Cathedral Ave. in Garden City. There will be traditional crafts, "white elephants," Teddy Bears in all manner of dress, soft dolls, doll houses and more. The public is invited.Saturday, November 22
Thanksgiving Dance
The Irish American Society of Nassau, Suffolk and Queens, Inc. is pleased to announce their annual Thanksgiving Dance to be held at the Irish Center, 297 Willis Ave. in Mineola at 9:30 p.m. There is a $10 donation. Music by the very popular Richie O'Shea. Martin and Trish Hillery are chairing this event. For more information call the center between 9:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. at 746-9392 or 742-8080.Friday, November 28
50s Doo Wop Dance and Fund Raiser
The Knights of Columbus present Tony Anthony's 50s Doo Wop Dance and Show Fund Raiser at 8 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 186 Jericho Turnpike in Mineola. The show features the Capris and MoonLight Serenade. Proceeds will be donated to Heartsong Inc. Music & Art Therapy Program for Children with Disabilities. Donations are $18 per ticket. For additional information and tickets call 352-3919.Saturday, November 29
Thanksgiving Dance
The Irish American Society of Nassau, Suffolk & Queens will hold its fourteenth annual Thanksgiving Dance in aid of St. Patrick Fathers Missions at 9:30 p.m. Music will be by Carl Corcoran and his band. Donation is $12.50 and includes tea, coffee and soda bread. All proceeds go in aid of foreign missions. Call Chairman Denis O'Sullivan at 742-3271, Co-Chair Hugh Smith at 328-8015 or St. Patrick Fathers at (201) 943-6575.Community Organization Meetings
- American Legion Post No. 349 meets on the first Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at 94 Second St., Mineola. The Mineola Memorial Unit 349 American Legion Auxiliary meets on the second Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the same location. The auxiliary does not meet during summer months. Call 747-4791 or 747-5901 for more information.
-Bereavement Group for Widows and Widowers hosted by Corpus Christi Church Thursday evenings at 7:30 p.m. in the Parish Outreach Office, 155 Garfield Avenue. Please call 248-4858 for more information.
-Boy Scout Troop 45 of Mineola meets every Tuesday evening between 7:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church of Mineola located at First and Main Streets. Boys 11 to 17 are welcome to join.
- The Catholic Daughters of the Americas meets the second Thursday of each month at 7:45 p.m. Meetings are held at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 186 Jericho Turnpike, Mineola. For more information, call 735-1801.
- Cancer Care of Long Island holds a support group for cancer patients in their 20s and 30s. Meetings are held weekly on Tuesday evenings, 6 to 7 p.m. in Cancer Care's Woodbury Office, 20 Crossways Park North. Pre-registration is required. For more information call Margaret Burke, CSW, 364-8130.
- The Eating Disorder Council of Long Island holds a support group for anorexia, bulimia and compulsive overeating. The group meets from 6:30-8 p.m. on the first Friday of each month in the Breed Conference Room, Winthrop-University Hospital. Call 962-2778 for more information.
-FEMALE, Formerly Employed Mothers at the Leading Edge, meets at the Mineola Memorial Library, 195 Marcellus Road, at 7:30 p.m. on the first and third Wednesdays of every month.
-The Gam-Anon Support Group holds an anonymous meeting for spouses, adult children over 18, family and friends of those whose lives have been affected by a gambling problem. Held on Thursdays at the New Hyde Park Jewish Center, 100 Lakeville Road in New Hyde Park at 8 p.m. For more information call the 24 hour hotline 321-2883.
- The Independent Order of the Odd Fellows, Mineola-Hempstead Lodge No. 125, meets on the second and fourth Thursdays of each month at 7 p.m. at 236 Willis Ave., Mineola.
- The Irish American Society of Nassau, Suffolk & Queens, 297 Willis Ave., Mineola, meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 8 p.m. For more information, call 746-9392.
- The Italian American Civic Association holds a general membership meeting at 8 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of each month at the group's clubhouse, 117 Jericho Turnpike, Mineola. For more information, call 742-3323.
- The Kiwanis Club of Mineola holds meetings on Tuesdays at the Davenport Press Restaurant, 70 Main St., Mineola. For time and more information, call 747-8222.
- Knights of Columbus, Corpus Christi Council No. 2502, Grand Knight John Mulrooney. Meets on the first and third Thursdays of each month at 8 p.m. The group's hall is located at 186 Jericho Turnpike, Mineola. For more information, call 746-8643.
- The Leisure Club of Mineola, Inc. meets Tuesdays from noon-4 p.m. at the Mineola Recreation Center, Washington Avenue. For more information, call 747-8656.
- Long Island Chess Nuts, meets at 38 Old Country Road in Garden City Thursdays from 4:30-5:30 p.m. for K-3rd grade; and Fridays from 4:30-5:30 p.m. for fourth grade and up. Optional lessons for beginners and advanced players available at 4 and 5:30 p.m. For more information call Margarita Lanides at 739-3907.
-Long Island Singers, meets every Tuesday at the Unitarian Church, 42 Shelter Rock Road, Manhasset at 8 p.m. For more information call 676-1879.
- The Mineola AARP Chapter #4202 meets every fourth Wednesday of each month at the new Mineola Community Center, 155 Washington Ave. Coffee hour begins at 9:30 a.m. and the regular meeting begins at 10 a.m. Call 742-0115 for more information.
-The Mineola Athletic Association, President Ken Weiss, meets every Thursday. General membership meets every third Thursday of the month at 8 p.m. For more information call 877-2542.
- The Mineola Chamber of Commerce meets on the third Tuesday of each month at La Cisterna Restaurant, 109 Mineola Blvd., Mineola. Meetings begin at 6 p.m. For more information, call 294-8822.
- The Mineola Chapter Order of the Eastern Star, meets every first and third Thursday at 8 p.m. at the Odd Fellows Hall located at 236 Willis Ave., Call 931-4822 for more information.
- The Mineola Golden Age Club, Inc. meets each Monday from 10 a.m.- 1 p.m. for arts and crafts and the men's club. Regular meetings for social activities, trips and speakers are held each Thursday from noon-4 p.m. All meetings are held at the Mineola Community Center, 155 Washington Avenue. For more information, call 741-6046.
-The Mineola Masons Lodge 985 F & AM meets every first and third Monday at 8 p.m. at the Odd Fellows Hall located at 236 Willis Ave. Call 742-4599 for more information.
- The Nassau Chess Club meets each Monday evening at 7:30 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church of Mineola, First and Main Streets. For more information, call Harold Stenzel at 354-7856.
-PACE, Parent And Child Education, meets at 259 Mineola Boulevard, Suite 203. PACE is an education program for parents of children birth through adolescence. Each PACE class is led by Parent Educator Carmela Bernacchio. Please call 294-PACE for more information.
- Veterans of Foreign Wars, Mineola Post No. 1305, meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month at 8 p.m. Meetings are held at 94 Second St., Mineola. Call 742-3456 for more information.
- Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 5253, meets every second and fourth Wednesday (only on second Wednesday in summer, Nov. and Dec.) of the month at 8 p.m. at 155 Searingtown Road in Albertson. The auxiliary holds their meeting on the second Thursday of each month at 8 p.m. For more information call 746-9676.
Is your community group represented here? If not, and if you have a regular meeting schedule, please call the Mineola American at 747-8282 to be included in the calendar.