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Saturday, July 11

Long Island String Quartet

Enjoy an evening of light classics. 7:30 p.m. at the Syosset Library, 225 S. Oyster Bay Rd. Free tickets required. Call 921-7161.

Monday, July 13

Jericho Library Board of Trustees

Regular meeting at 8:15 p.m. in the Meeting Room of the Jericho Library, One Merry Ln., Jericho. Call 935-6790.

Emergency Preparedness

Presented by Nassau County Community Emergency Response Team. 1:30 p.m. at the Jericho Library, 1 Merry Ln., Jericho. Call 935-6790.

Downsizing

Thinking about moving? Do you need to downsize? Tips to help your organizing and downsizing process go as easy as possible. Lecturer: The Organized Lady, Judi Cohen. Free. 1 p.m. at the Syosset Library, 225 S. Oyster Bay Rd. Call 921-7161.

Blood Drive

St Edward the Confessor Blood Drive will be held from 3 to 8:15 p.m. in the Holy Family Room, 205 Jackson Ave. For information or to schedule an appointment, call the Parish Social Ministries Office 921-8030, ext. 137.

Tuesday, July 14

The First Hundred Days and Beyond, Part I

Lecturer: Joseph Kenner, Ph.D. Join this educator, former CEO and lecturer for an analysis and discussion of President Obama’s First Hundred Days. Free. 1:30 p.m. at the Syosset Library, 225 S. Oyster Bay Rd. Call 921-7161.

Movie

Drama - Au Hasard Balthazar. This film follows the life of the donkey Balthazar as he passes from owner to owner, many of them treating him cruelly. The film is a parable of virtue and purity. It is a narrative of transcendence in a life of burden. Subtitles. Not rated, 1 hour 28 minutes. 2 p.m. at the Jericho Library, 1 Merry Ln., Jericho. Call 935-6790.

Talk About Books

An Evening Book Discussion at 7 p.m. at the Jericho Library, 1 Merry Ln., Jericho. Call 935-6790. Discussion leader: Fran Cohen. Selection: Out Stealing Horses by Per Petterson.

Free Attorney Led Mortgage Foreclosure Clinic

NC Legislator Judy Jacobs (D-Woodbury) encourages residents to attend the free attorney led mortgage foreclosure clinic sponsored by the Nassau County Bar Association from 4 to 6 p.m. at NCBA headquarters, 15th and West Sts., Mineola. Attorneys will be providing one-on-one guidance, direction, and advice to any resident concerned about foreclosure or already in the foreclosure process involving property in Nassau County. Reservations are required and can be made by calling the Bar Association at 747-4070 between 9:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

Wednesday, July 15

Art Lecture

Stolen Beauty led by Thomas Germano. 2 p.m. at the Jericho Library, 1 Merry Ln., Jericho. Call 935-6790.

Thursday, July 16

Nutrition 101-Back to Basics

Are you frustrated trying to provide your family with nutritious meals? Has mealtime turned into a battlefield? Discussion on how to provide meals for you and your family and how to find the right balance between good nutrition, convenience and taste. Lecturer: Nutritionist, Madeline Berg. Free. 2:30 p.m. at the Syosset Library, 225 S. Oyster Bay Rd. Call 921-7161.

Defensive Driving

Sponsored by the Community Center of Plainview-Old Bethpage. State approved for insurance and point reduction. Sponsored by N.Y.S.P. July 16 and 23 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Plainview Middle School, Central Park Rd. To register call 1-516-495-4786. There is a connection problem in some areas of Nassau County. You must dial 1-516 first even if that is your area code.

Mercy League Trip

Join the Glen Cove, Hicksville, Syosset Mercy League on a great trip to Booth Bay Harbor, ME, July 16 to 20. Enjoy at 5 day, 4 night stay at Spikewood Lodge in Booth Bay with its unique shops. The trip includes sightseeing, food and gratuities. The price is $664 D.D. You may park at St. Paul’s, Jericho, where the bus will pick up and drop off the group. For further information call Jeanette 931-2062. All profit goes to Mercy Medical Center.

Movie

Drama – Alexandra who has come to see her beloved grandson, a young officer stationed at a remote military outpost. With the enemy just beyond the compound, she wanders the barracks, having brief but profound interactions with many different soldiers. Subtitles. Not rated, 1 hour 35 minutes. 2 and 7 p.m. at the Jericho Library, 1 Merry Ln., Jericho. Call 935-6790.

Friday, July 17

Music Program

Highlights of Opera and Broadway with Dr. Judith Alstadter. 10:30 a.m. at the Jericho Library, 1 Merry Ln., Jericho. Call 935-6790. Also on July 24.

Saturday, July 18

Film

Munyurangabo, not rated, 97 minutes. In Kinyarwanda with English subtitles. Free. 2 p.m.

Sunday July 19

Neighborhood Potluck

The West Jericho Civic Association neighborhood potluck will be held in the park bordering Hillary, Mindy and Bruce. Many residents are bringing their food specialties (BBQ, chili, cheese cake, Indian curry, South Indian rice cakes, Chinese and Korean specialties, etc., are expected). Residents of West Jericho are invited to bring a food item and meet their neighbors while enjoying the (culinary) diversity of our community. Contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it if you would like to participate.

Monday, July 20

Beethoven: A Night in Vienna

Led by Dr. Stuart Bailin at 2 p.m. at the Jericho Library, 1 Merry Ln., Jericho. Call 935-6790.

Tuesday, July 21

Current Events

Discussion leader: Michael Libresco-D’Innocenzo. 1 p.m. at the Jericho Library, 1 Merry Ln., Jericho. Call 935-6790.

20’s Something Book Discussion

A book discussion group specifically for the 20’s something age group. With Jackie Ranaldo, Readers’ Services Librarian. Selection: Child 44 by Tom Rob Smith. 7:30 p.m. at the Syosset Library, 225 S. Oyster Bay Rd. Call 921-7161. No registration required. Free event.

Wednesday, July 22

The Gin Game…A Staged Reading

Presented by AK Theatre. 2 p.m. at the Jericho Library, 1 Merry Ln., Jericho. Call 935-6790. Tickets required

West Jericho Civic Association

The civic association will discuss actions for the issues presented at the last meeting, give updates on the town response and actions to speeding on Briarcliff Rd. and introduce some of the neighborhood watch block captains. 7 p.m. at the Jericho Library. Contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for more information. This is a public meeting.

Thursday, July 23

Opera, Operetta, Musical Theater: Die Fledermaus

A talk with Marc Courtade. 2 p.m. at the Jericho Library, 1 Merry Ln., Jericho. Call 935-6790.

Friday, July 24

Let’s Chat

Facilitator: Joyce Tobkes, M.A. Senior peer group discussions for facing some of the challenges of growing old. No registration necessary. 11 a.m. at the Syosset Library, 225 S. Oyster Bay Rd. Call 921-7161. Also on Aug. 28.

Summer Author Series

Author Johanna Hershon will discuss her latest novel, The German Bride. The book will be sold by the Friends of the Library at the event. 1:30 p.m. at the Syosset Library, 225 S. Oyster Bay Rd. Call 921-7161. The program is free.

Upcoming Events

Summer Vacation Bible School 2009 Camp

EDGE (Experience+Discover God Everywhere!) at the Woodbury United Methodist Church, 577 Woodbury Rd., Woodbury. Aug. 17 through Aug. 21 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Enjoy crafts, games, activities, music, stories and fun with Sparx the fox (puppetry). There is a materials fee of 50.00 and lunch is included. Registration ends July 29. Call 692-7179 and speak to Tara for further information.

Vacation Bible School

The Hicksville United Methodist Church, 130 W. Old Country Rd., Hicksville, invites children to go to the edge this summer at Camp E.D.G.E. (Experience and Discover God Everywhere). This extreme adventure camp takes kids on exciting Bible treks. The fun begins July 27 and ends July 31 from 9 a.m. to noon. To be a part of the experience call Jennifer Eichenauer 931-2626. Check out the booth at the Hicksville Street Fair on July 19 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Defensive Driving

Sponsored by the Community Center of Plainview-Old Bethpage. State approved for insurance and point reduction. Sponsored by N.Y.S.P. Aug. 4 and 6 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Plainview Middle School, Central Park Rd. To register call 1-516-495-4786. There is a connection problem in some areas of Nassau County. You must dial 1-516 first even if that is your area code.

Golf/Tennis Tournament

The 18th Annual Golf and Tennis Tournament, hosted by the National Foundation for Human Potential, has been rescheduled for Sept. 24 at The Creek, Locust Valley, honoring Barbara Lehrer, The Beacon Group. For more information call 870-1661.

Mercy League Trip

Renault Winery and overnight at Atlantic City’s Resorts Casino. The Glen Cove, Hicksville, Syosset Mercy League is going on Aug. 11 and 12 on this fun overnight. The trip includes a tour of the Renault Winery with luncheon, dancing and open bar at the winery. The on to Resorts Casino for the overnight stay. The cost is $125 D.D. with a $15 give back at Resorts. Payment in full is needed by July 1. For reservations call Jean 349-0444. All profit goes to Mercy Medical Center.

Call For Craft Vendors

Mill Neck Manor is calling for vendors of handmade items for its Annual Fall Harvest Festival, held on Oct. 10 and 11, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. A favorite tradition on LI, visitors eagerly await the festival for its crafts, apples, pumpkins, pies and other delicious treats. Country crafts, offering handmade items and holiday gifts, are one of the festival’s main features. If you make or sell crafts and feel that you would be a great addition to the Festival, you are encouraged to apply. Vendors are assigned an outdoor space (10’x10’) with a table and two chairs. All vendors are required to have a tent or canopy; those vendors who do not own a suitable tent may rent one from Mill Neck Manor for a small fee. A nonrefundable fee of $300 will be due once vendors are selected. The deadline to apply is July 24. For more information, or for an application call Roberta Baade 922-4100, ext. 220.

Ongoing Event

Wanted – A Few Good Men

If you are 60 years old or older, the Cobras, a North Shore Senior Softball team needs a few new players. If interested call Michael Maher 676-1561.