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Sunday, November 15

Irish American Society

The Irish Christmas Fair at the Irish American Center, 297 Willis Ave., Mineola. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Bar open for your pleasure. Great vendors with a multitude of different items to help with your holiday shopping. The Kitchen will be serving Irish breakfasts, hamburgers, hot dogs, scones, tea, coffee and more. Call 746-9392 or 742-8080.

Monday, November 16

Nassau County Legislature

Will meet at 10 a.m., with committees meeting at 2 p.m., at 1550 Franklin Ave., Mineola, in the legislative chambers. The public is welcome to attend. For further information, call 571-6285.

Tuesday, November 17

Hearing Aid Optimization Workshops

Advanced Hearing Center, 1163 Willis Ave., Albertson, is holding a series of free hearing aid optimization monthly workshops for those with hearing aids and their companions. Learn to maximize the success of your hearing aids, enhance your hearing ability in different environments, care for and maintain your hearing aids, troubleshoot a hearing aid in an emergency. 10 to 11 a.m. Call 484-0811

Wednesday, November 18

SoulQuest - The Journey through Life, Death And Beyond

New course from the Jewish Learning Institute, taught by Rabbi Yaakov Reiter, explores the deeper meaning of life and death, and addresses the big questions – does Judaism believe in the soul? The Afterlife? Heaven and Hell? Reincarnation? Can we connect with loved ones after their death? No prior Judaic knowledge required. Wednesdays through Dec. 16 (excluding Nov. 25) from 8 to 9:30 p.m. at Chabad of Roslyn, 75 Powerhouse Rd., Roslyn Heights. Fee: $99, includes textbook and all materials. Couples discount: 10 percent off. Not Sure? Sign up and try the first class free. To register or for more info visit www.ChabadRoslyn.com/JLI, call 484-3500 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

St. Aidan School’s Early Childhood Open House

All prospective school parents are invited to attend St. Aidan School’s Early Childhood Open House from 7 to 8:30 p.m. The school is located at 525 Willis Ave. (lower school), Williston Park. The Nursery, Pre-K, Kindergarten and first grade teachers will be available to show their classrooms, discuss their programs and answer any questions.

Thursday, November 19

School Budget Meeting

The Mineola Board of Education and administration will be holding a meeting on Thursday, Nov. 19 at 7:30 p.m. at Mineola High School, 10 Armstrong Road in Garden City Park. The meeting will focus on the school budget, an analysis of the district’s expenses ad projected revenues and well as a discussion on a tax levy cap.

Free Legal Consultation For Seniors

The Nassau County Bar Association provides free monthly legal consultation clinics for Nassau County residents 65 or older. Seniors have the opportunity to meet one-on-one with an attorney who volunteers to provide a half-hour private consultation on any topic of concern. The next clinic will be held from 9:30 to10:30 a.m. at NCBA, 15th and West Sts. This popular free program regularly fills up quickly. Registration is required by calling 747-4070 or emailing This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Friday, November 20

Irish American Society

Monthly Ceili at the Irish American Center, 297 Willis Ave., Mineola. 8 p.m. Coffee, tea and Irish soda bread will be served. Bar open for your pleasure. Music provided by Pete Kelly’s Premier Ceili Band. Donation $15. Call 746-9392 or 742-8080.

Saturday, November 21

Christmas Fair

At the Hillside United Methodist Church, 2801 Hillside Ave., New Hyde Park (between Marcus Ave. and Herricks Rd.). Featuring handmade items by the members of the church including afghans, Thanksgiving and Christmas decorations and cakes. Also jewelry, white elephants, a tool room, dollar-ama, new gift items and a snack bar. Call 437-7580.

Irish American Society

Thanksgiving Dance at the Irish American Center, 297 Willis Ave., Mineola. 8:30 p.m. Coffee, tea and Irish soda bread will be served. Bar open for your pleasure. Music provided by The Dennis Gallery Band. Donation $15. Call 746-9392 or 742-8080.

Sunday, November 22

Depression Era Glass/Pottery Show/Sale

Depression Glass, Elegant Glass, A to Z etc. Kitchenware: Anchor Hocking, Fire-King, Hazel Atlas, etc. American Pottery: Roseville, McCoy, Hall, etc., from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Albertson VFW Hall, 155 Searingtown Rd., Albertson. Admission $5. Presented by the Big Apple Depression Glass Club. Call 248-5730 or 718-762-5790.

Monday, November 23

Thanksgiving Floral Arrangement

Jerilyn Dreitlein, former partner in Greenleaf & Bloom in Roslyn, brings her unique skills and teaches the fundamentals of designing and creating a fall centerpiece. Using choice seasonal blooms in a square glass vase, create a beautiful centerpiece for your Thanksgiving table. Jerilyn will also share other ideas and suggestions for bringing flowers to your table. All materials will be supplied and students will take their arrangements home. Bring pruning shears or clippers. Noon to 2 p.m. at Clark Botanic Garden, 193 IU Willets Rd., Albertson. Fee $65 members; $75 nonmembers. Call 484-8600. Refreshments served.

Upcoming Events

Nassau North Shore Christian Women’s Club

Invites all women to its “Colonial Christmas” Luncheon on Dec. 1 at 11:30 a.m. at the George Washington Manor Restaurant, Old Northern Blvd., Roslyn. The cost of the luncheon is $21. If you pay by check, it should be made out to cash. The special feature will be “Ye Old Curiosity Shoppe,” Christmas Colonial Crafts by Nancy Kraft. “Merry Melodies” will be presented by international soloist Blythe Merrifield. She will also present “Joyful News.” pointing the way to a joyful Christmas Season. For reservations or information call Jane Voss at 742-0861 or Alice Russo 248-9726 by Nov. 20. Cancellations are essential.

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 Event

Coat Drive

All coats will be donated to The Interfaith Nutrition Network in Hempstead. All donations are fully tax deductible. Sponsored by AVM DeMars CPA’s. Please help in our efforts to help those in need. For more information contact Jen at 516-248-9100 or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . The coat drive will be held from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday at 275 Hillside Ave., Suite 100, Williston Park, through Nov. 15.

Ongoing Programs

Weekly Events

•Boy Scout Troop 200 of Williston Park meets every Monday between 7:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church located at Willis Ave. and Winthrop St. Boys 11 to 17 are welcome to join.

•Mineola Choral Society meets every Monday at 8 p.m. in Mineola High School, Armstrong Rd., Garden City Park. New voices are welcome. For more information call 294-1175.

•Nassau Chess Club meets each Monday evening at 7:30 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church of Mineola, First and Main Sts. For more information call 631-218-4440.

•Kiwanis Club of County Seat Mineola meets Mondays at 8 a.m. at Ihop, corners of Willis and Hillside Aves. For more information, call President Harry Peters at 741-1050. Interested prospective members are welcome to join us for complimentary breakfast any Monday.

•Boy Scout Troop 45 of Mineola meets every Tuesday between 7:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church of Mineola located at First and Main Sts. Boys 11 to 17 are welcome to join.

•Leisure Club of Mineola meets Tuesdays from noon to 4 p.m. at the Mineola Community Center, Washington Ave. For more information, call 741-8747.

•Irish American Society Social Club meets every Monday at the Irish American Center, 297 Willis Ave., Mineola, from noon to 3 p.m. Play cards, Bingo, Scrabble, Checkers, Chess or just sit and socialize. Bring lunch. Coffee and tea will be served. All welcome. Ladies and gents. Free to IAS members; $3 all others. Call 746-9392 or 742-8080.

•LI Singers meets every Tuesday at the Unitarian Church, 42 Shelter Rock Rd., Manhasset at 8 p.m. For more information call 676-1879.

•Storytime every Tuesday and Wednesday at 10 a.m. at Barnes and Noble, Country Glen Center, 91 Old Country Rd., Carle Place. Call 741-9850 for information.

•Storytime every Tuesday at 11 a.m. at Borders, 1260 Old Country Rd., Westbury. Call 683-8700. Stop by the Children’s Room for a cornucopia of stories and fun.

•Chemical Dependency Lecture Series. Seafield Outpatient Services, 110 Main St., is offering a free, informative discussion series on Chemical Dependency and the Effects on the Family. It is held every Tuesday from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Call 747-5644.

•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 Temple Emanuel, Hillside Ave., New Hyde Park at 8 p.m. For more information call the 24-hour hotline 631-321-2883.

•Nimble Fingers Meeting. Looking to make some new sewing friends? Come and join us at the Mineola Community Center. We are a small group of ladies who just love to sew, quilt, and share ideas. Everyone creates their own projects, be it a small wall hanger or a queen-sized quilt. We meet every Thursday at the Mineola Community Center, 155 Washington Ave., from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. To join our group, call Anne Libassi (742-5440) or Anna Spatola (484-7226) or just drop by with your lunch and needles.

•Mineola Golden Age Club meets every Thursday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Mineola Community Center, 155 Washington Ave.

•LI Chess Nuts meets at 38 Old Country Rd., Garden City, Thursdays from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. for K to 3rd grade; and Fridays from 4:30 to 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.

•Children’s Storytime at 11 a.m. Fridays at Borders, 1260 Old Country Rd., Westbury. Call 683-8700.

•Bingo Games every Friday at 7:15 p.m. at Knights of Columbus Hall, 83 Sea Cliff Ave., Glen Cove. $1,500 in cash prizes. Door prizes and progressive on last game. Smoke-free environment. Call 676-1828 for further info.

•Bingo every Friday (except August). Games begin at 7:30 p.m. at St. Brigid/Our Lady of Hope Regional School, 101 Maple Ave., Westbury. Two “Share the Wealth” Games are offered, a $500 and a $1000 Jackpot as well as Progressive Bingo. Other weekly events include Bell Jars and 50/50 Raffles. Food and drinks are available in the kitchen. Call 334-0021, ext. 145.

Monthly Events

•Write On! Writing Workshop hosted by Marvin Illman on the first and third Mondays of each month. Sharpen your skills on paper whether you want to write creatively, professionally or personally. 7:30 p.m. at Barnes and Noble, Country Glen Center, 91 Old Country Rd., Carle Place. Call 741-9850 for information.

•American Legion Post #349 meets on the first Monday of each month (except holiday weekends) at 7:30 p.m. at the Community Center in the Mineola Village Hall, Washington Ave. Call 747-4791 or 747-5901 for more information.

•AARP #1868 Williston Area meets on the first Monday of the month at 1:30 p.m. at the East Williston Community Church, corner of Hillside Ave. and Roslyn Rd. Coffee and cake following meeting. New members welcome. Call 742-0465 for more information.

•Look Good...Feel Better sponsored by LIJ Medical Center in association with the National Cosmetology Association, the Toiletry Fragrance Association and the American Cancer Society. The program reaches out to women with cancer and teaches them how to best apply makeup and wear their hair while undergoing cancer treatment. Meets on the second Monday of every month at LIJ Medical Center, 27005 76th Ave., New Hyde Park. Reservations suggested, but not required. Call Harriet Pine or Selma Robinton 718-470-7094. All women who attend receive a makeup kit filled with brand-name cosmetics valued at over $200.