Science Fair:
Saturday, June 4
Beginners Fitness Boot Camp:
Saturday, June 4
Blood Drive:
Wednesday, June 8
Saturday, June 4
Science Fair
The Hicksville Gregory Museum’s (1 Heitz Pl.) annual science fair for first through eleventh grade students will take place at the social hall of St. Stephen’s Church, 270 South Broadway, Hicksville. Students from schools, both public and private, in Hicksville and surrounding districts, are invited to submit their experiments in any aspect of the sciences. Space limitations in past years force the museum to restrict the total number of participants to the first 100 entries. Application forms and a complete set of instructions and rules may be obtained at the museum or on the museum’s website www.gregorymuseum.org. Call 822-7505, ext. 12.
Piolin & Gain Event
Piolin & Gain at Compare Supermarket, 918 Main St., Farmingdale. Take a sample of Gain with Freshlock, your Gain T-shirt and participate in the raffle for a washer and dryer. Noon to 2 p.m.
Beginners Fitness Boot Camp
Strengthen and condition your body with light weights, resistance train, stretch and get your heart rate up. Try the class three times for free. 9 a.m. at Physical Solutions, 1211 Stewart Ave., Bethpage. Call 576-5751 to register.
Vinyasa Flow Yoga
Vinyasa means “breath-synchronized movement,” meaning each movement and pose is done on an inhale or exhale. The emphasis will be on movement as well as stretching and holding poses, giving the class a cardio aspect. This can be modified for beginners and people with injuries. Try the class three times for free. 10:30 a.m. at Physical Solutions, 1211 Stewart Ave., Bethpage. Call 576-5751 to register.
Sunday, June 5
LI Youth Orchestra
Presents the final concert of its 49th season with a performance at 3 p.m. at Elwood Middle School, 478 Elwood Rd # 1, East Northport. The orchestra’s founder and director, Martin Dreiwitz of Oyster Bay, as well as principal guest conductor Susan Deaver, associate conductor Scott Dunn will conduct the concert. Featured soloists include flutist Philip Lauto of Hicksville. Tickets at $15 per adult; $5 students and seniors and will be available at the box office one hour prior to the concert. Call 484-5032 days or 922-6652 evenings.
Wednesday, June 8
Blood Drive
At the Hicksville United Methodist Church, Old Country Rd. at Nelson Ave., from 2:30 to 8:30 p.m. Contact Ginny Visceglie (931-0157) or Andrew Austen (937-1720) if you have any questions or to make an appointment.
Thursday, June 9
Polish Night
At Eisenhower Park – Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre. East Meadow, from 7:30 to 10 p.m. Must bring a chair.
Friday, June 10
The Eyes of Learning
A non-profit organization dedicated to higher learning in the metaphysical field held at Levittown Hall, 201 Levittown Pky., Hicksville. Members $10; nonmembers $15. Call 731-0909. Go to www.eyes oflearning.org. Program: Lecture: “2012 Part Two, The Tipping Point, How to Stay Calm in These Tumultuous Times” with Billii Roberti, teacher, cacilitator, writer and formerly proprietor of, I AM Books, Huntington. In this interactive talk and 2012, Q & A, session Billii will start by exploring and answering any of your questions and clarify any stories or rumors you may have heard about 2012. Billii will share her own knowing with info that she received at the 2012: The Tipping Point Prophets Conference, she has attended in Cancun, Mexico and from her own personal Egyptian Spiritual Adventure. This talk will definitely calm your fears and remind you of your power in the present to shape the future. So, come with ideas, stories, wild rumors and be willing to hear “Good News.” 8 p.m.
Saturday, June 11
PAL Youth Heart Health Awareness Day
The NC Police Activity League (NCPAL), Winthrop-University Hospital and CardiacScan Imaging are presenting Youth Heart Health Awareness Day from 1:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the Town Of Oyster Bay Hicksville Athletic Center, 167 Broadway, Hicksville. Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, the leading cause of sudden cardiac death in people under 30, including athletes. It runs in families and affects over 15,000 people on Long Island. Learn about the risk factors, how screenings can help, and what you need to prevent a family tragedy. Special guest appearance by NY Islander Matt Moulson.
Runners Group
Train with certified athletic trainer and tri-athlete, Steve Barell to run in the Cow Harbor 10K Race in Northport. First meet-up will be at 10 a.m. at the Bethpage High School track. Email mpignataro@physicalsolutionsli.com or call 576-5751 to register.
Sunday, June 12
Vendorthon Fundraiser
Fundraiser for St. Jude Children’s Hospital. Stop by and see the different crafts and take a chance on winning at 32” flat screen TV. Hosted by St. Paul the Apostle Knights of Columbus Council 6802 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Sears parking lot in Hicksville. More info at Peter at 937-6516 or givebacktoothers@hotmail.com.
Wednesday, June 15
Defensive Driving
Sponsored by the Community Center of Plainview-Old Bethpage and the N.Y.S.P. State approved for insurance and point reduction. June 15 and 22 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 so you must dial 1-516 first even if that is your area code.
Monday, June 18
An Enchanted Evening
Save the Children LI Council’s Annual Benefit and Auction. 7 to 10 p.m. at the Meadow Brook Club, Cedar Swamp Rd., Jericho. Festive dress. Call 516-367-1017 or 631-367-3268 for tickets and information or visit www.savethechildrenli.org.
Sunday June 19
Polish Picnic
Eisenhower Park – Cedar Section – 9 a.m. until dusk.
Upcoming Events
The Sorcerer
The Gilbert & Sullivan Light Opera Company of LI will present performances of Gilbert & Sullivan’s The Sorcerer on the following dates: 8 p.m. on June 4 at The Landmark Theater, 232 Main St., Port Washington; 3 p.m. on June 12 at Levittown Hall, 201 Levittown Pky., Hicksville; and 8 p.m. on June 25 at Cluett Hall at St. Paul’s, 295 Stewart Ave., Garden City. The production features a cast of 25 performers and the critically acclaimed, 18-piece Gilbert & Sullivan Light Opera Orchestra. Tickets are priced at $25 adults; $20 students and seniors. Additionally, two children under the age of 12 will be admitted free when accompanied by an adult who has purchased one full-price ticket. To order/reserve tickets call 749-7469 or visit www.gilbertandsullivanli.com. Tickets will also be available at the door.
Stroke Support Groups
Stroke Life Society is a community organization of survivors and co-survivors in the pursuit of living and helping others. A stroke can be very isolating. By sharing experiences and encouraging one another, together we can face and overcome common challenges. All welcome. RSVP is requested but not required. For information and other locations and times, call Ben Thomas 398-4994:
•Every third Friday at 2 p.m. at St. Bernard’s Parish Center, 3100 Hempstead Tpke., Levittown.
•June 13 (and every second Monday of the month) at 6 p.m. at the Church of St. Jude, 3606 Lufberry Ave., Wantagh.
•July 6 (and every first Wednesday of the month) at 11 a.m. in Room 12, St. Frances de Chantal, 1309 Wantagh Ave., Wantagh.
Weekly Events
•Bible Studies conducted by the Cornerstone Christian Church of LI every Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. at 250 W. Old Country Rd., Country Bridge Plaza, (behind Antun’s Catering House; nearest cross road: Route 106). For more information call 342-1552 or go to www.cornerstone christianchurchny.com.
•Martial Arts America in Hicksville, 300 South Broadway, holds free Child Safety workshops on Saturdays. The free workshops are offered as part of the school’s monthly community service. For more information, visit www.MaaSchools.com or call 932-5275.
•Hicksville-Jericho Rotary Club meets every Thursday at 12:15 at Caracalla Ristorante, 102 Jericho Tpke., Syosset.
•Hicksville Homemakers business meeting from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the William Bennett Community Center, 28 W. Carl St. Come in and join the group and become a member. Classes held every Thursday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Monthly Events
•Charles Wagner American Legion Post 421, founded in 1919, meets the first and third Mondays of the month at 8 p.m. at the Hicksville VFW Hall, 320 S. Broadway, Hicksville. During July and August the post meets only the third Monday. All eligible veterans are most welcome. Dedicated to assisting veterans, POW-MIA, military, children and community. Call 338-6995 for information. Come and help your fellow veterans.
•William M. Gouse Jr. Post #3211 VFW meeting at 8 p.m. at 320 S. Broadway. For information call 931-7843. Meetings are held every second and fourth Monday of each month.
•Order Sons of Italy in America invites those interested to join the Galileo Galilei Lodge #2253 in Hicksville. The meetings are held on the second Tuesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at Wm. Bennett Community Building, 28 N. Carl St. Join by calling Marie Matassa 931-2843 for an application.
•William M. Gouse Jr. Post #3211 VFW Ladies Auxiliary meets at 8 p.m. at 320 S. Broadway. Meetings are held every second Monday of the month.
•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., Hicksville. Anyone over the age of 50 and a national AARP member is invited to attend. No fee. For information call 794-9158.
• Board of Fire Commissioners regular meetings are held on the second Tuesday of each month except in the month of December when the meeting is held on the first Tuesday. Meetings start at 6:30 p.m. in the board room of the E. Marie St. Firehouse. Meetings are also held on the third Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. at which time department matters and small details are discussed with the chiefs of the department.
•Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA) was founded in 1978, is congressionally chartered and exclusively dedicated to Vietnam-era veterans and their families. VVA Chapter #82 is your Nassau County Chapter and meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 8 p.m. at Hicksville’s VFW Hall. Call 677-5384 for further information or contact us by e-mail at info@vvachapter82.org. Come and join your fellow Vietnam Veteran in support of each other.
•NC Mothers of Twins Club, a caring support, education and resource for parents of multiples. Meetings are at 7:30 p.m. at the Parkway Community Church, 95 Stewart Ave., on the third Tuesday of each month with the exception of July and December. Call 616-3366 or visit www.NCMOC.org.
•Hicksville Historical Society. The trustees, members (and guests) of the HHS meet on the fourth Tuesday of March, May, September and November in the Kenneth Barnes Community Room in the Hicksville Library at 7:15 PM. Hickshistsoc@aol.com.
•Catholic War Veterans. All Catholics who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces are invited to attend the meeting of Joseph Barry Post No. 1946 of the Catholic War Veterans on the third Thursday of each month at 8 pm. at the Joseph Barry Knights of Columbus Council, 45 Heitz Pl. For information on joining call 433-5008.
•Bethpage Masonic Lodge No. 975 Free and Accepted Masons will meet at 8 p.m. at the Hicksville Masonic Temple, 18 W. Nicholai St., Hicksville. For information call 731-2488. Meetings are every second and fourth Friday.
•The River Flows Coffee House, an evening of fellowship consisting of conversation, board games, music that rocks. Coffee provided by Starbucks and cake are offered. Presented by The River of Life Church, 15 Marie St., on the second Saturday of each month, from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. A free will offering of $7 per adult is allocated to a “Free Lunch Buffet” and other church ministries. Donations of nonperishable, prepackaged and canned, foods and personal hygiene products are needed to provide aid for the poor or homeless and can be dropped off Sundays from 1 to 3 p.m. or by appointment. Call Pastor James Cohen 937-9226.
•Perceptual Problems Affecting Reading/Learning. Free meetings about a little-known but common perceptual problem which affects the reading and learning capabilities of children and adults are held at Perceptual Change Associates, 120 Bethpage Rd., Hicksville. Seating is limited for the twice monthly meetings being held on the first Friday and second Thursday of each month from 2 to 3 p.m. For reservations to learn more about this easily correctable perceptual problem call 822-4900.
