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Friday, January 1

Westbury Senior Center Accepting Limited Nonresidents for Pilot Program

Twenty-five (25) “Associate Memberships” to the Westbury Senior Center, located in the Westbury Community Center, 360 Post Ave., will be available through a pilot program beginning Jan. 1. Nassau County residents, aged 60 years and older, will be eligible. The fee for this half-year membership is $35 for a single/$60 for a couple. Call Maureen or Mary Beth 334-5886 for details or stop by the c enter to obtain an application.

Monday, January 4

Golden Donor Blood Drive

There will be entertainment, raffles and give aways. Al Fischer, a Korean War veterans and resident of Massapequa who has donated over 40 gallons plus, will again donate blood. He is a candidate to enter the Guiness Book of World Records. Donors who have passed their 75th birthday can present a dated letter from their physician indicating it is safe to donate. This letter is valid for two months. For questions regarding travel and medical restrictions call 1-800-688-0900. Blood can be donated from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the following locations: Crest Hollow Country Club, 8325 Jericho Tpke., Woodbury; Lake Success Center, 2500 Marcus Ave., Lake Success; Melville Donor Center, 905 Walt Whitman Rd., Route 110, Melville; Rockville Centre Donor Center, 290 Sunrise Hwy., Rockville Centre.

Wednesday, January 6

Discussion and Signing

Hungry Girl Chew the Right Thing: Supreme Makeovers for 50 Foods You Crave with Lisa Lillien. She’s not a nutritionist, she’s just hungry. Lisa Lillien is a number-one New York Times bestselling author and the creator of the Hungry Girl brand. She is the founder of hungry-girl.com, the worldwide phenomenon daily email service that entertains and informs hungry people everywhere. 7 p.m. at Borders Books & Music, 1260 Old Country Rd. Call 683-8700.

Thursday, January 7

ACES Winter 2010 Program

ACES (Adult Cultural and Educational Studies) program for Winter 2010 is available at the Westbury Senior Center. There are many opportunities for creativity and growth through interesting programs in the arts, humanities and wellness for adults 55 years and older. Registration is scheduled today from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Wednesday, January 13

Toddler Story Time

Westbury Friends School and the Cradle of Aviation invite parents and toddlers for Toddler Story Time: Things That Fly! 10 a.m. at Westbury Friends School, 550 Post Ave. (corner of Post Ave. and Jericho Tpke.). The event is free and each child in attendance will receive one free admission ticket to the Cradle of Aviation Museum in Garden City. An adult must stay with each child throughout the hour. Limited to 10 children. Reserve space early by calling 333-3178.

Upcoming Events

Family Event

Come for a Melaveh Malkah event-an evening of music, food, singing, dancing and crafts for the children on Feb. 6 at 7:30 p.m. at the East Meadow Jewish Center, 1400 Prospect Ave., East Meadow. Musical entertainment by the Kurtz Brothers Klezmer Band. Admission $12 with reservation; $15 without reservation. Children 12 years old or younger free. $36 cap per family. Refreshments will be served. RSVP by Jan. 22. Call 483-4205 Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. or go to www.eastmeadowjc.org.

Carle Place H.S. Class of 1970/1971 Reunion

Plans are underway for Carle Place High School’s 40th Reunion to be held in the fall of 2010. If you are interested in attending, contact Rich Harrit: richard.harrit @sbcglobal.net or Lorraine Greco Bosshard: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Nassau North Shore Christian Women’s Club

Invites all women to its “Sugar ‘N Spice” Luncheon to be held on Feb. 2 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 “Sweet Treats” – The Chocolate Lady, Lee Perrotta – A French trained pastry chef of Oyster Bay Maria Brandmaiar will present “Sweet Tunes and Thoughts.” She will sing and speak on how God touched her life. For reservations or information call Jane Voss 742-0861 or Alice Russo 248-9726 by Jan. 22. Cancellations are essential.

LIRID and Mill Neck Interpreter Service Workshop

The Long Island Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (LIRID) and Mill Neck Interpreter Service of Hicksville present a workshop entitled How Do I Interpret This and That? Presented by Jimmy Beldon in American Sign Language, the workshop will be held on Jan. 30 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Nassau Community College in the CCB building, room 252. Beldon will provide an in-depth and practical understanding of skills for interpreters in both ASL and English. Participants will learn tips, receive feedback and have opportunities to take part in effective activities. Open to working interpreters, the workshop will earn participants 0.6 Continuing Education Units. Accommodations are available upon request. Registration deadline is Jan. 16. Fee is $50 per LIRID member; $75 per nonmember. Breakfast and lunch will be included compliments of LIRID. Voice interpreter services will not be available. To register for the workshop, or for more information, contact Judy Sweeney 631-965-7125 or Kristin Connolly 631-379-1376. Send checks payable to: LIRID, PO Box 3039, Garden City, NY 11531-3039, Attn: PD Committee.

Ongoing Event

At Hicks Nurseries

Located at 100 Jericho Tpke., Westbury. The nursery is handicapped accessible throughout. The following is offered:
•Real live reindeer will be at Hicks through Dec. 24 during store hours from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday and until 8 p.m. on Sundays. There’s always a lot going on for children during the holiday season. Admission is free. Christmas Holiday Story open until Dec. 24 during store hours. Cookies Santa, displays with child-size moving figures, shows how Santa’s friends all make him his favorite treat. Free. There will be a food drive for charity so bring packaged and canned goods to donate. Free. Call 334-0066.

Weekly Events

•Overeaters Anonymous. Are you a compulsive overeater? Under eater? Overeaters Anonymous can help. There is a meeting on Tuesdays on the corner of Salisbury Park Dr. and Carmans Rd., East Meadow, across from the firehouse from 7:45 to 9:15 p.m. Call for directions 997-4534. For information about the meeting call Nancy 798-2547 (between 7 and 9 p.m.) or Ed 845-5423.
•Carle Place Senior Citizens meet each Tuesday at Charles Fuschillo Park, Carle Rd. and Broadmoor Ln., Carle Place. Coffee and cake is served at noon. Meetings start at 1 p.m. Call John T. Heslin 997-7271.
•Carle Place Homemakers Chapter. Looking for something to do? Want to enjoy some company and learn at the same time - join the Carle Place Chapter of Homemakers Council. The group knits, crochets, quilts, makes jewelry and more. Meetings are on Wednesdays at 8 p.m. in the south cafeteria of the Carle Place High School, Cherry Ln., Carle Place. Business meetings are held on the first Wednesday of every month. If you have any questions, call 334-7762.
•Alzheimer’s Support Group for Caregivers will be held at The Bristal Assisted Living, 40 Merrick Ave., East Meadow, every Wednesday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Caregivers are welcome to bring their loved ones who will participate in a Reflections Program while the support group is meeting. Call Kate Schneider 542-0800, ext. 1025 to register or for more information.
•The Mid Nassau Jewish Retirement Club meets every Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Temple Emanuel, 123 Merrick Ave., East Meadow. Guests $5. Refreshments and entertainment at all meetings. Come and make new friends. Call Dorothy 481-9508.
•e Sanaa Movement Open House every Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Westbury United Methodist Church, 265 Asbury Ave. Visual and performing arts for youth. Adult dance classes available. Lyrical jazz, drama, African, ballet, personal devotion through dance, liturgical dance, writing workshops, art classes and more. Call Robin Marshall 680-4671. Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
•Clutterers Anonymous, a 12-step self-help group, offers help and support to those who have clutter problems in their homes or workplace. Meets weekly on Thursdays from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the United Methodist Church, 265 Asbury Ave., and also the 1st and 3rd Friday from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at the School of the Community Reformed Church, 90 Plandome Rd., Manhasset. There are no dues or fees. For more information, email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , call (866) 800-3881 or visit www.ClutterersAnonymous.net.
•The Exodus Experience. Join Rabbi Michael Stanger at the Old Westbury Hebrew Congregation, 21 Old Westbury Rd., Old Westbury, as he explores and interprets the Book of Exodus each Thursday at 9:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. This course is free of charge and part of a continuing series. For more information call synagogue office 333-7977, ext. 10 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
•Children’s Storytime at 11 a.m. Fridays at Borders, 1260 Old Country Rd., Westbury. Call 683-8700.
•Al-Anon, a closed meeting will be held every Friday at 10 a.m. at the Parkway Community Church, 95 Stewart Ave., Hicksville. Call Donna for more information 520-4608.
•Westbury Duplicate Bridge Club meets every Friday at 3:30 p.m. sharp in the Westbury Community Center, 360 Post Ave., Westbury. For further information, call Alverna Lewis 997-6529.

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.
•East Meadow-Levittown JWV Post #709 meets every month except July and August. 8:15 p.m. on the second Monday at the East Meadow Jewish Center, Prospect Ave. and 10 a.m. on the fourth Sunday at Levittown Hall, Levittown Pky. New members always welcome. For questions call 794-8226.
•League of Women Voters of Greater Westbury board meets the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. in the Westbury Memorial Public Library. Membership is open. For further information contact Elaine Kennedy 252-9135 or 433-9768.
•Unified Civic Association of New Cassel meets the second Monday of every month at the Westbury Middle School. For further information. Call Mr. Neal at 333-2505.
•Korean War Veterans of NC Chapter #1 regular monthly meeting at 8 p.m. (1:30 p.m. during the winter months) at American Legion Post #1711, 3123 N. Jerusalem Rd., Levittown. The chapter meets on the third Monday of every month (except July and August). Call 334-1025. KWVA is seeking all who served in the US Armed Forces and UN Command during the Korean War between Sept. 3, 1945 to Jan. 31, 1955 or Feb. 1, 1955 to the present. You did not have to have served in Korea to be a member.
•Family Promise of NC. Are you concerned about helping homeless families in our local communities? You are invited to meetings for Family Promise of Nassau County, Inc., the third Monday of every month, at 7:30 p.m. at the New Hyde Park Baptist Church, 635 New Hyde Park Rd., NHP (352-9672 ). All congregations invited: Churches, synagogues, mosques and NC residents. The need is great. Call Family Promise at 684-9833.
•The National Council of Negro Women, Long Island Cross County Section meets at 7 p.m. on the fourth Monday of the month in the Westbury Community Center, 360 Post Ave., Westbury. For information call Johnnie Walker at 997-5352.
•Shakespeare Appreciation Group led by actor Rodney Hakim at 7:30 p.m. at Barnes and Noble, Country Glen Center, 91 Old Country Rd., Carle Place. Call 741-9850. Enjoy reading and learning in an informal setting. Interest in Shakespeare rather than scholarly knowledge is the only prerequisite to joining this group. Meets on the last Monday of each month.
•Westbury Chamber of Commerce meets on the first Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at The Bristal, 117 Post Ave. For more information, call 997-3966.
•Al-Anon. Open meeting for clergy, physicians, social workers and those of the public interested in alcoholism as it effects friends and family of the alcoholic. Speakers provided. Admission free. 7:30 p.m. on the first Tuesday of every month at the Church of the Advent, Winthrop Hall, Advent St. Call 433-8003.
•Sci-Fi Discussion Group meets on the first Tuesday of each month at 8 p.m. at Borders, 1260 Old Country Rd., Westbury. Call 683-8700.
•Central Nassau Chapter #1592 AARP meets at 1 p.m. on the first Tuesday (except July and August) of the month at Levittown Town Hall, 201 Levittown Pky. and Beech Ln., Hicksville. Anyone over the age of 50 and a national AARP member is invited to attend. For information call 794-9158.