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Friday, August 17
Legally Blonde: The Musical
The BroadHollow Theatre Company presents Legally Blonde based on the hit movie. Legally Blonde is an evening of musical fun, stylishly wrapped in a smart pink bow! Elle Woods is the homecoming queen who doesn’t take no for an answer. So when her boyfriend dumps her for someone ‘serious’, Elle puts down the credit cards, hits the books, and heads for Harvard Law School. Performances: Aug. 17 at 8 p.m., Aug. 18 at 8 p.m., Aug. 19 at 2:30 p.m., Aug. 24 at 8 p.m., Aug. 25 at 8 p.m., and Aug. 26 at 2:30 p.m. BroadHollow Theatre, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. Advance tickets are $25 for adults, $23 for seniors, $18 for students and $14 for youth (under 12). All tickets are $28 at the door. Box office: 516-775-4420. Group rates available. Call 631-581-2700 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for group information.
Saturday, September 22
Dinner and Square Dance
Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church will be hosting a chili/spaghetti and meatball dinner and a night of square dancing with a professional caller. From 6 to 10 p.m. Tickets are $10 per adult and $5 for children 12 and under. Tickets must be purchased in advance by calling the church at 516-775-9669. Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church, 57 Spooner St., Floral Park. There is limited availability, and no tickets will be sold at the door. All are welcome.
Sunday, October 14
Wine Tasting Fundraiser
The Zonta Club of LI is planning a wine tasting fundraiser to benefit local charities at Martin de Porres Academy, 621 Elmont Rd., Elmont. From 2:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. For more information, call 516-616-0580.
Ongoing Events
Elmont American Legion Post 1033
It’s time to highlight Elmont American Legion Post 1033 located in the impressive building on Hill Ave. Besides providing great Memorial Day parades, the post is involved in many programs that benefit the community. Veterans are welcome to join this organization and become part of a group devoted to the betterment of the community. Call 354-9884.
Weekly Events
•Gam-Anon, an anonymous organization for spouses, adult children over 18, family and friends whose lives have been affected by a gambling problem. Meets Mondays at the Jewish Community Center of W. Hempstead, 711 Dogwood Ave., W. Hempstead. For information call 321-2883.
•Triple Bingo every Monday at 7:30 p.m. at the Bellerose Jewish Center, 254-04 Union Tpke., Floral Park. You can win up to $3,000.
Monthly Events
•The Elmont East End Civic Club will hold its monthly meeting at 7:30 p.m. at the Elmont Library, Hempstead Tpke. Meets on the first Tuesday of every month except July and August.
•The Franklin Square Jewish Center Retirees Group meets at 10:30 a.m. in the Social Hall, 47 Pacific Ave., Franklin Square, every other Tuesday except August. Call Henry, 561-8734.
•No Cost Mammography Services will be in the St. Boniface Church parking lot, Elmont Rd., Elmont, from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the third Wednesday of every other month. General admission requirements: proof of Nassau County residency, women age 40 and older, all health insurance accepted, no charge to patient other than insurance coverage, women who are not pregnant or nursing. By appointment only. Call Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 354-0744. Bring doctor’s name and address.
•Order Sons Of Italy In America is seeking new members to join the America Lodge #2245, Franklin Square, Elmont, West Hempstead, Floral Park, Garden City, Stewart Manor and Malverne. The America Lodge #2245 is a co-ed lodge with many projects that enhance the preservation of the members‘ Italian heritage. The lodge raises funds for contributions to worthy charities. Meetings are held on the third Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the VFW Hall, Lincoln Rd., Franklin Square. There are entertaining programs, refreshments and food served free at every meeting. Call Sal Palmeri, 328-0333.
•Heavenly Brew Coffee House will be held at Wesley United Methodist Church, 619 Fenworth Blvd., Franklin Square, every second and fourth Friday of the month from 8 to 11 p.m. Casual coffee house atmosphere, assorted coffees, desserts and ice cream available for purchase. Music, board games, no cover charge. All ages welcome. Call 481-1797.
•Torah Study Seminar. The Elmont Jewish Center, 500 Elmont Rd., Elmont offers a monthly seminar held on Saturdays (September through June) at 1:30 p.m. Rabbinic and Talmudic reference and interesting interpretations. Open and free discussion encouraged. No previous study or experience required. All levels of knowledge welcome. Just attend and enjoy the class. Light refreshments served. The Torah Study will be held in the Kiddish room. Call 488-1616.
Ongoing Programs
Senior Programs
The NC Dept. of Senior Citizen Affairs Retired and Senior Volunteer Program has community service volunteer opportunities throughout Nassau County. Let us help you explore the possibilities and provide a meaningful experience. Call RSVP at 227-8988 for information on the following:
•You can make a difference in a child’s life simply by becoming a foster grandparent. If you are age 60 and older, you may be eligible to receive a non-reportable stipend, transportation reimbursement, paid holidays, sick days and vacation days.
•Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP), funded under Title V of the Older Americans Act, assists income-eligible individuals who are 55+ and wish to return to work. We provide retraining and assistance in the job search. Call for information on “The Way to Work.”
