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Ongoing Event : Nutrition Class Group
Program Offered By Fitness Fusion 360
This program is an 8-week program. During
these 8 weeks, participants meet with a
Nutrition Manager Consultant three times -
one hour at the beginning of the program,
one hour during the program, and one hour at
the end of 12 weeks. Participants are asked
to keep a food log and an exercise log; they
learn how to analyze what they eat and
discover the number of calories they should
eat to achieve balance; they learn how to
budget their time and fit exercise into
their schedules; they learn ways to reduce
stress and why it is important to do so.
When participants have completed the 8
weeks, they will posses the tools needed to
be successful in long-term "fat" loss and
health. The program also includes three
individual consultations: The first
individual consultation is after the first
group meeting. This meeting concentrates on
individualizing the participants exercise
program; discussing the participant's goals
and objectives; and teaching the participant
how to use the diet analysis software. The
second individual consultation occurs after
the fourth group meeting. This consultation
focuses on how the participant is doing. The
third individual consultation occurs at week
12 (4 weeks after the group program). This
consultation concentrates on how the
participant is doing after the program
(repeat body composition measures, etc).
For more information please call
631.664.1485 or reply at
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The Sun & Stars on Saturday, March 1, 2008, 5:00PM-6:30PM at
the Custer Institute and Observatory, 1115 Main Bayview Road
(South of Route 25), Southold, NY. An introduction to
the nature and structure of our Sun, solar phenomena,
classifications of stars and their life cycles. Speaker: Dr.
Fred Walter, Dept. of Physics & Astronomy, Stony Brook
University. Suggested donation: $10 Members, $13
Non-Members, $5 Full-time Students. For more information
please call 631-765-2626 or reply at
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Photos with the Easter Bunny Saturday, March 1-Saturday,
March 22, 2008 by the Center Court at the Walt Whitman Mall,
Huntington Station, NY. After a long winter, it's time
for spring at Walt Whitman Mall, where the Easter Bunny will
take up his springtime residence, welcoming kids of all ages
who visit him and who may even want a memory photo of the
occasion. The Easter Bunny will arrive on Saturday, March 1
at 10:00 a.m. and stay until Saturday, March 22 to greet
area families and help create Easter memories. Parents are
invited to purchase professionally produced photos with the
Easter Bunny and their kids or the entire family. For more
information about photos with the Easter Bunny, call the
mall Shopping Line at 631.271.1741 or reply at
jgiarratano@ryanprinc.com.
Photos with the Easter Bunny Thursday, February 28-Saturday,
March 22, 2008 by the Center Court at the Smith Haven Mall,
Lake Grove, NY. After a long winter, it's time for
spring at Smith Haven Mall, where the Easter Bunny will take
up his springtime residence, welcoming kids of all ages who
visit him and who may even want a memory photo of the
occasion. The Easter Bunny will arrive on Thursday, February
28 at 11:00 a.m. and stay until Saturday, March 22 to greet
area families and help create Easter memories. Parents are
invited to purchase professionally produced photos with the
Easter Bunny and their kids or the entire family. For more
information about photos with the Easter Bunny, call the
mall Shopping Line at 631.724.1433 or reply at
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The Jewish Community Center of West Hempstead Nursery School
Enrollment for the 2008-2009 school year is now underway.
We offer a program enriched with both Judaic and secular
studies, as well as guest educators and special programs.
Special Incentives are now being offered for early
enrollment.Philosophy & Goal of Our School: The
nursery school program of the JCC of West Hempstead is
committed to affording children a broad range of
developmentally appropriate experiences in an effort to
stimulate and support social, emotional, and pre-academic
growth. We believe that through carefully structured play
and guided learning activities, children are able to enhance
their skills in the areas of language and motor development.
The children are offered unique opportunities to develop an
appreciation of their own unique styles of learning, while
supporting the needs of their peers in a co-operative and
secure setting. A primary goal of the nursery school is to
expose our children to our rich cultural heritage and to
incorporate Jewish topics, history and observances into
daily routines. Our Staff: Our teaching and
administrative staff is comprised of New York State licensed
teachers and experienced teacher-assistants, all of whom
have had training and experience in early childhood
education. Our staff has the ongoing support of Rabbi
Stecker. Our Program: Our program is licensed by the
New York State Department of Social Services. Parental
involvement is an integral aspect of our Nursery School
program. Teachers provide feedback during informal meetings
and annual parent-teacher conferences. Newsletters and
notices are other ways in which we encourage and maintain
contact with parents.For more information and/or to register
please contact Jackie at 516.481.7057 or 516.481-7448 or
reply at
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"Fishy Facts" on March 1, 2007 10:00AM-11:30AM or
1:00PM-2:30PM at the Marine Program at the Vanderbilt
Museum, Centerport, NY. What makes a fish a fish? How
do they move? How do they breathe? Join Cornell Cooperative
Extension educators as we learn some fun facts about local
fish species. Includes hands-on time with live fish, games,
and a craft. Ages 3-5 with adult. $15 per child (includes
one adult). For more information please call 631-239-1800
reply at
dk232@cornell.edu. |
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Long Island Speed Dating : Weekend Dating on Saturday, March
1, 2008 8:00PM-10:00PM at the Rare Olive Lounge, 400 West
Jericho Turnpike, Huntington, NY 11743. Up to 20 dates
in one night for men ages 40-51 and women ages 37-47.
Reservations and proof of age are required, Cost: $35. For
more information and/or for reservations please call
718-757-6933 or reply at
liali4eva@aol.com. |
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Writing Workshop For The
Novice & Intermediate By Robert Banfelder on Sunday, March
2, 2008 2:00PM-4:00PM at Southold Free Library, Main Road,
Southold, NY. Award-winning author, lecturer,
photographer and outdoor writer will conduct a writing
workshop for the novice and intermediate. The highlights of
his informal talk will focus on sentence structure, tricks
of the trade to make your prose sing, writing models, and
ways to approach an article, short story, or a full-length
novel. Tips on marketing your work and securing an
agent/publisher will be discussed. A book singing of his
three novels follows. For more information please call
631.369.3192 or reply at
robertbanfelder@verizon.net. |
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Chance : Parenting, Nutrition & Activity on March 3, 10, 17,
24, 31, 2008 at the Shirley Community Library, 407 William
Floyd Pkwy #301, Shirley, NY 11967. Eight weeks of hands
on activities and new interactive skills from Cornell
Cooperative Extension educators to help you make choices and
changes for healthier lifestyles. Free. For more information
please call 631-727-7850 x 347 reply at
dk232@cornell.edu. |
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Active Parenting Now on March 3, 10, 17, 31, 2008
7:00PM-9:00PM at the Kermit W. Graf Building, 423 Griffing
Avenue, Riverhead, NY. Designed for parents of children
ages 5 to 12, this series teaches parents how to raise
responsible, cooperative children who are prepared to meet
the challenges of the teen years. Parents will learn
positive, non-violent discipline techniques so they can
avoid power struggles. Participants are expected to attend
all sessions. Educator: Tim Jahn, six sessions. Fee: $50.
For more information and/or to register please call Laurie
Wells at 631-727-7850 x 340 or reply at
lmw12@cornell.edu. |
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4-H Veterinary Medicine Career Exploration Program on March
4, 11, 18, 25, 2008 7:00PM-8:30PM at The Yaphank Building,
360 Yaphank Avenue, Yaphank, NY. Lecture series and
veterinarian shadow experiences for youth interested in
pursuing a career in veterinary science. Topics may include:
veterinary college and admissions information, veterinary
radiology, equine medicine, feline medicine, lab animal
medicine, and emergency critical care. For high school
sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Fee: $75, parents welcome
to attend at no additional fee. For more information please
call 631-852-4620 reply at
dk232@cornell.edu. |
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Advocacy & Empowerment on March 6 2008, 5:30PM-8:00PM at the
Suffolk Independent Living Organization (SILO), 3680 Route
112, Coram, NY 11727. Thursday Night is Community Night
at SILO! The Suffolk Independent Living Organization (SILO),
now open to the Community every Thursday evening until
8:00PM, is hosting workshops, discussion groups, film
screenings and guest speakers who will address all aspects
of living with a disability. Everyone is invited to
participate in these informative evenings, scheduled from
5:30PM-8:00PM. Refreshments will be served. Glenn Campbell,
attorney and SILO's Programs & Services Manager will present
a life-enhancing workshop on how to develop self-esteem and
self-confidence and how to become your own best
self-advocate. Learn how to set important goals and how to
develop the positive thinking and attitude you will need to
reach them. Wheelchair-friendly. For more information and/or
to request an accommodation please call 631.880.7929 or
reply at
kgiannak@suffolkilc.org. |
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The Jewish Community Center of West Hempstead is
participating in Shabbat Across America, sponsored by the
National Jewish Outreach Program on Friday, March 7, 2008 at
6:00 PM. Admission: $28/adults; $12/children under 13.
For more information and/or for reservations please call the
synagogue office at 516.481.7448 or reply at
edleah@aol.com. |
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The Amityville Fire Department in conjunction with the US
Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 1-2 will be hosting a
Boater's Safety Course on Saturday March 8, 2008 at 9:00AM
at the Amityville Fire Headquarters, 55 West Oak Street,
Amityville, NY. Lunch will be provided for those taking
the course by the Amityville Fire Department. For more
information and/or to register for the course please call
631-264-3335 or reply at
al_case@verizon.net. |
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Sweet Dixie Opry Country Stars Romeo & Lockwood on Saturday
March 8, 2008 at 8:00PM at the historic Brush Barn, 211 East
Main Street (Route 25), Smithtown, NY 11787. Award
winning duo present originals and music of country legends
Patsy Cline, Brenda Lee entertaining and kick up your boots
to dance and listen to a great concert. Tickets $15.00.
Checks payable to Sweet Dixie Records, 15 Winfield Avenue,
Brentwood, NY 11717. For more information please call
Jeannie Romeo at 631.273.3577 or reply at
jeannieromeo@hotmail.com. |
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Comedy Club on Sunday, March 9, 2008 6:30PM-10:00PM at the
Brokerage Comedy Club, 2797 Merrick Road, Bellmore, NY
11710. The show starts at 8 PM, however we will be
meeting at 6:15 for an informal mingle. This will give
people enough time to get to know each other before the show
starts. If there is someone you are interested in, you can
let me know and I will pass along your contact information.
If you don't arrive early for the mingle, you will not get
to meet people. Cost: $45-$55. For more information please
call 718.757.6933 or reply at
allieslk@aol.com. |
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In conjunction with industry experts, Design Management
Company (DMC) will hold an exclusive roundtable panel
discussion for the affluent home owners of residential
communities in the Garden City, New York area on Tuesday,
March 11, 2008 at the diSalvo Interiors Showroom.
Branded A New Era of Design, this educational roundtable
will feature six expert panelists from all aspects of home
renovation, new construction and design. The goal of DMC's
New Era of Design roundtable is to educate families and
homeowners about rebuilding and remodeling the increasingly
valuable homes of the Garden City area, while placing a
particular emphasis on sustainable design and design for the
aging. We are thrilled to offer a dialogue that promises to
become one of Long Island's most anticipated, successful and
educational, high-profile roundtable discussions, notes
Lloyd Princeton, panel moderator and CEO and president of
DMC. To attract premier residents to the New Era of Design
roundtable, DMC will host the panel in conjunction with an
extraordinary assembly of design professionals, including
interior designer, Annemarie diSalvo, architect, Brad
Gustavson, landscape contractor, Mark McAteer, low voltage
contractor, Joe Ingegno, contractor, Vinny Muldoon and real
estate agent, Elena D'Agostino. Peconic Bay Winery will
sponsor a wine tasting during the event. For more
information please call 646-651-1158 or reply at
cameron@dmcnyc.com. |
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Parent Education Workshop : "Together & Loving It" on March
12, 19, 26, 2008 7:00PM-9:00PM at the Kermit W. Graf
Building, Riverhead, NY. This series, presented by
Cornell Cooperative Extension parent educators, is designed
to help couples build their relationship skills,
communication, handle family finances, and other factors
that influence the couple relationship. The last session
will focus on parenting together with an emphasis on
discipline and guidance. Couples are expected to attend all
sessions. No fee. For more information please call
631-727-7850 x 340 or reply at
lmw12@cornell.edu. |
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"Active Parenting Now" Parenting Workshop From Cornell
Cooperative Extension on March 3, 2008 7:00PM-9:00PM at the
Kermit W. Graf Building in Riverhead, NY. Designed for
parents of children ages 8 to 12, this series teaches
parents how to raise responsible, cooperative children who
are prepared to meet the challenges of the teen years.
Parents will learn positive, non-violent discipline
techniques so they can avoid power struggles. Participants
are expected to attend all sessions. Educator: Tim Jahn, six
sessions, $50. Please join us for lively discussions where
you will meet other parents with similar concerns.
Registration is required. For more information please call
Laurie Wells at 631-727-7850 x 340 or reply at
dk232@cornell.edu. |
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"Discipline Is Not A Dirty Word" Parenting Workshop From
Cornell Cooperative Extension on March 6, 2008 7:00PM-9:00PM
at the Kermit W. Graf Building in Riverhead, NY. Can
children cooperate without bribes, rewards and punishments?
Yes! Positive discipline means helping children learn
self-control and problem solving. Discover new ways to
correct and guide children’s behavior. Educator: Nancy
Olsen-Harbich, three sessions, $25. Please join us for
lively discussions where you will meet other parents with
similar concerns. Registration is required. For more
information please call Laurie Wells at 631-727-7850 x 340
or reply at
dk232@cornell.edu. |
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"Active Parenting Now" Parenting Workshop From Cornell
Cooperative Extension on March 10, 2008 7:00PM-9:00PM at the
Kermit W. Graf Building in Riverhead, NY. Designed for
parents of children ages 8 to 12, this series teaches
parents how to raise responsible, cooperative children who
are prepared to meet the challenges of the teen years.
Parents will learn positive, non-violent discipline
techniques so they can avoid power struggles. Participants
are expected to attend all sessions. Educator: Tim Jahn, six
sessions, $50. Please join us for lively discussions where
you will meet other parents with similar concerns.
Registration is required. For more information please call
Laurie Wells at 631-727-7850 x 340 or reply at
dk232@cornell.edu. |
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Crochet Workshop on March 8, 2008 12:30PM-2:30PM at the
Suffolk County Farm & Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue,
Yaphank, NY 11980. Crochet is a quick and easy
technique for making a variety of fashion and home decor
accessories. In this Cornell Cooperative Extension workshop,
you'll learn the basic stitches and then begin a project to
take home and complete on your own. Materials and take-home
patterns and stitch guides included. Try it - you'll get
hooked! Ages 8 and up. Pre-registration required. Fee: $10.
For more information please call 631-852-4600 reply at
dk232@cornell.edu. |
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"Yesterday's Family" Workshop on March 8, 2008
10:00AM-12:00PM at the Suffolk County Farm & Education
Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue, Yaphank, NY 11980. Attend
class in a one-room school house. Churn butter early 1900s
style and dip candles the old-fashioned way…by hand! Learn
an art while you tinker with metal and create your own
valentine candle holders. Get up close and personal with our
farm animals. Fee: $10. Children 3 and under are free. For
more information please call 631-852-4600 reply at
dk232@cornell.edu. |
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Women's History Month Celebration on Tuesday, March 11, 2008
12:30PM-2:30PM at the Sterling Glen of Great Neck,96
Cuttermill Road, Great Neck, NY.
The Independent Business Women’s Circle is proud to
celebrate Women's History Month by focusing on women who
have overcome obstacles both professionally and personally
to attain their level of success. Featured will be guest
speakers both inside and outside the membership who will
share stories designed to inspire and empower all who
attend. There will be raffle drawings for free ad postings
in the Inner Circle newsletter, free annual membership, etc.
Buffet lunch included. No charge for members; $20
non-members who reserve; $25 at the door. For more
information and/or to register (both members and
non-members) please call Karen at 631.754.6640 or
631.220.4722 or reply at at
tshieh@optonline.net. |
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"Together & Loving It" Parenting Workshop From Cornell
Cooperative Extension on March 12, 2008 7:00PM-9:00PM at the
Kermit W. Graf Building in Riverhead, NY. This series is
designed to help couples build their relationship skills.
The goal is to improve couple communication, including love
languages, provide guidelines for handling family finances,
address anger issues and conflict resolution, discuss the
role of in-laws, extended family, and other factors that
influence the couple relationship. The last session will
focus on parenting together with an emphasis on discipline
and guidance. Couples are expected to attend all sessions.
Educators: Nancy Olsen-Harbich and Tim Jahn, six sessions,
no fee. Please join us for lively discussions where you will
meet other parents with similar concerns. Registration is
required. For more information please call Laurie Wells at
631-727-7850 x 340 or reply at
dk232@cornell.edu. |
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Demystifying Social Security : The Facts on March 13, 2008
5:30PM-8:00PM at the Suffolk Independent Living Organization
(SILO), 3680 Route 112, Coram, NY 11727. Representatives
from Social Security will explain benefits in a clear and
easy to understand format and answer questions about Social
Security, SSI, SSD and Work Incentives. Refreshments will be
served. This free event is part of SILO's weekly community
nights. The Suffolk Independent Living Organization (SILO),
now open to the Community every Thursday evening until
8:00PM, hosts workshops, discussion groups, film screenings
and guest speakers who will address all aspects of living
with a disability. Wheelchair-friendly. For more information
and/or to request an accommodation please call 631.880.7929
or reply at
kgiannak@suffolkilc.org. |
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"Discipline Is Not A Dirty Word" Parenting Workshop From
Cornell Cooperative Extension on March 13, 2008
7:00PM-9:00PM at the Kermit W. Graf Building in Riverhead,
NY. Can children cooperate without bribes, rewards and
punishments? Yes! Positive discipline means helping children
learn self-control and problem solving. Discover new ways to
correct and guide children’s behavior. Educator: Nancy
Olsen-Harbich, three sessions, $25. Please join us for
lively discussions where you will meet other parents with
similar concerns. Registration is required. For more
information please call Laurie Wells at 631-727-7850 x 340
or reply at
dk232@cornell.edu. |
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"Pirates" on March 14 or 15, 2008 10:00AM-11:00AM or
1:00PM-2:00PM at the Marine Program at the Vanderbilt
Museum, Centerport, NY. Explore pirate lore with Cornell
Cooperative Extension educators as you learn about some of
the world’s most famous pirates through activities and
games. We will investigate pirate codes, life onboard a
pirate ship, and whether or not there is pirate treasure
buried on Long Island. Costumes welcome! Ages 3-5 with
adult. Fee: $12 per child (includes one adult). For more
information please call 631-239-1800 reply at
dk232@cornell.edu. |
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Bellmore Village Easter Parade on March 15, 2008 at 12:00PM
by the Bellmore Firehouse on Pettit Avenue (near the LIRR
Bellmore Station). After marching with the Easter Bunny
and the NY Dragon's Fire Dancers the children receive a free
candy filled Easter egg, pizza and ice cream. For more
information please call 516.785.5842 or reply at
bellmorevillage@aol.com. |
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St. Patrick's Scavenger Hunt on Saturday, March 15, 2008 at
the Suffolk County Farm & Education Center, 350 Yaphank
Avenue, Yaphank, NY 11980. The Suffolk County Farm &
Education Center in Yaphank is offering its St. Patrick's
Scavenger Hunt. Kids of all ages are welcome to join Cornell
Cooperative Extension educators for fun on the farm. A wagon
ride and light refreshments are included in the $6 fee.
Children under 2 are free. For more information and/or to
register please call 631-852-4600 or reply at
dk232@cornell.edu. |
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Spring Vendor & Craft Fair on Saturday, March 15, 2008
10:00AM-4:30PM at Holy Trinity High School, Newbridge Road
in Hicksville, NY. More than 100 vendors will be
selling new merchandise and crafts. Free Admission, raffles,
Chinese auction, and concession. All profits support the
Theatre Arts and Athletic Programs of Holy Trinity Diocesan
High School. For more information please call 516-935-0226
or reply at
clanz1221@aol.com. |
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"Active Parenting Now" Parenting Workshop From Cornell
Cooperative Extension on March 17, 2008 7:00PM-9:00PM at the
Kermit W. Graf Building in Riverhead, NY. Designed for
parents of children ages 8 to 12, this series teaches
parents how to raise responsible, cooperative children who
are prepared to meet the challenges of the teen years.
Parents will learn positive, non-violent discipline
techniques so they can avoid power struggles. Participants
are expected to attend all sessions. Educator: Tim Jahn, six
sessions, $50. Please join us for lively discussions where
you will meet other parents with similar concerns.
Registration is required. For more information please call
Laurie Wells at 631-727-7850 x 340 or reply at
dk232@cornell.edu. |
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Suffolk Independent Living Organization (SILO) Informational
Session For Potential Providers About The Nursing Home
Transition & Diversion Waiver on Thursday, March 18, 2008
from 9:00AM-3:00PM. SILO's accessible offices are located at
3680 Route 112, Suite 4 in Coram, NY (just south of the
Route 112 and Route 25 intersection or north of the LIE Exit
64). What is the NHTD Waiver? The NHTD is one component
of a comprehensive strategy to assure that New Yorkers with
disabilities and seniors receive services in the most
appropriate, least restrictive setting. The program is based
upon the philosophy that people with disabilities and/or
seniors have the right to direct their own lives. We are
excited to tell you that the Waiver offers people a
community based alternative to nursing facility care. This
means that many people living in nursing facilities will be
given the option to leave, and others currently living in
the community will receive the assistance they need to
safely continue to live in their own homes if they choose.
Do you support the idea of people with disabilities or
seniors living in the community? Then we need you! The
Nursing Home Transition and Diversion Waiver (NHTD) is ready
to be launched, but we need innovative people that can
provide services to make it all possible! We look forward to
seeing you. Please RSVP with the number of people attending
prior to March 7 by calling 631.880.7929 or e-mail
bhope@suffolkilc.org. |
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"Peaceful Meals With Young Children" Parenting Workshop From
Cornell Cooperative Extension on March 18, 2008
7:00PM-9:00PM at the Kermit W. Graf Building in Riverhead,
NY. Many parents are frustrated by picky eaters. We will
look at different stages of child development and the
feeding relationship between the parent and child. We’ll
discuss meeting children’s nutritional needs and how to
enjoy stress-free mealtimes. Lastly, we’ll build
meal-planning skills, learn to improve nutrition while
appealing to the preschooler, and discover strategies to
cope with picky eaters. Sessions will end with sample
nutritious meals for the preschooler prepared by the program
participants. Educator: Dinah Castro, three sessions, $25.
Please join us for lively discussions where you will meet
other parents with similar concerns. Registration is
required. For more information please call Laurie Wells at
631-727-7850 x 340 or reply at
dk232@cornell.edu. |
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"Together & Loving It" Parenting Workshop From Cornell
Cooperative Extension on March 19, 2008 7:00PM-9:00PM at the
Kermit W. Graf Building in Riverhead, NY. This series is
designed to help couples build their relationship skills.
The goal is to improve couple communication, including love
languages, provide guidelines for handling family finances,
address anger issues and conflict resolution, discuss the
role of in-laws, extended family, and other factors that
influence the couple relationship. The last session will
focus on parenting together with an emphasis on discipline
and guidance. Couples are expected to attend all sessions.
Educators: Nancy Olsen-Harbich and Tim Jahn, six sessions,
no fee. Please join us for lively discussions where you will
meet other parents with similar concerns. Registration is
required. For more information please call Laurie Wells at
631-727-7850 x 340 or reply at
dk232@cornell.edu. |
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Winners Of The Biggest Loser Declare March 20, 2008 As
National Recommitment Day For All New Yorkers. Reality
TV Stars Bill and Jim Germanakos provide their Top 9 Tips
for recommitting to your resolutions and achieving your
goals. The Biggest Loser champions are partnering with
Finding Dulcinea to announce National Recommitment Day to
your resolutions, which will be recognized on the first day
of Spring, March 20, 2008.
Research by Finding Dulcinea reveals that year after year,
more than 2/3 of Americans abandon their New Year=92s
resolutions by springtime and more than 80% fail to fulfill
their resolutions by year=92s end. With that in mind,
Finding Dulcinea is asking Americans to recommit to their
New Year Resolutions now. People who struggle to reach their
goals think they are alone, says Bill Germanakos, who lost
164 pounds, or 49% of his body weight, to win the title of
Biggest Loser4 in the 2007 season of NBC hit reality show,
but the reality is that most people struggle to make their
goals happen.
The hardest part of any self-improvement plan is overcoming
the inevitable stumbles along the way,=94 said Jim
Germanakos, twin brother of Bill, who lost half of his
initial body weight on The Biggest Loser, capturing the
prize for biggest weight lost among those who had been voted
off the show. The key to success is not to give up just
because you've had a bad week, Jim continued, =93most
people, when they fail to keep their resolutions, say wait
till next year. But there are still nine months left in
2008. So get started on them, again, today! For more
information please call Adam Weiss, Adam Matthew Weiss
Public Relations at 917.863.1155 or reply at
adamswpr@yahoo.com. |
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Marketing For The Boomers : Suffolk Community Council's
Educational Seminar on Thursday, March 20, 2008
9:00AM–12:30PM at the Suffolk County Girl Scouts
Headquarters, 442 Moreland Road, Commack, NY. Featuring
Warren Wartell, Stony Brook University; Paul Arfin,
Intergenerational Strategies. There are over 300,000 baby
boomers on Long Island. Are you ready? Boomers can play an
important role in increasing the capacity of human service
agencies through volunteer civic engagement. Receive
practical hands-on suggestions on how you can get Boomers
interested in volunteering at your agency. Learn how to
enhance your capacity to accommodate a potential influx of
boomer volunteers. Fee: $20. Visa and MasterCard accepted
over the phone. For more informational and/or for
reservations please call 631-434-9277 or reply at
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International Meditation/Dharma Workshop on Saturday, March
22, 2008 9:00AM-4:00PM at the Vajira Buddhist Temple, 110
Rustic Road, Centereach, NY 11720. This dialogue is part
of the International Dharma Conference featuring Buddhist
Masters, from the Theravada tradition, who will explain and
discuss the Buddha’s most important teachings. Don’t
miss this opportunity to study Buddhist meditation and
deepen your understanding of these timeless teachings at
this historic event. Authentic Thai food included.
Teachings: Four Noble Truths, The Middle Way (The Noble
Eightfold Path), The Nature of Mind.
Meditations: Calm Abiding, Insight, Mindful Walking, Yoga
breathing and Relaxation techniques. All are welcome to come
and learn about these Universal Teachings on how to ease
suffering and discover true happiness. Suggested Donation:
$25.00. To register and/or for information please call Craig
at 631.585.5583 or reply at
krog@optonline.net or Pen at 631.612.1691 or reply
ataprilstar64@yahoo.com or Phramaha Anake at
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Long Island Business Networking : Long Island Networking on
Monday, March 24, 2008 6:00PM-9:00PM at the Super Suppers,
162 Hicksville Road, Bethpage, NY 11714. Long Island
Networking event otherwise known as Long Island Speed
Networking: Meet 12-20 potential business contacts for about
5 minutes, exchange ideas, brainstorm, giving advice. No
awkward entrances to/from conversations. Reservations are
required for this Long Island Networking event. Suggested
audiences: Adult. Cost: $35-$45, discount if on mailing
list. For more information please call 516-908-9638 or reply
at
info@facetofacenetworking.com. |
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A. Stan Wiest Music : Fox Hollow Bridal Showcase on
Wednesday, March 25, 2008 at 5:30PM at the Fox Hollow, 7725
Jericho Turnpike, Woodbury NY 11797. For more
information please call 631-754-0594 or reply at
stan@stanwiest.com. |
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Spring Nature Walk on March 25 or 28, 2008 10:30AM-12:00PM
or 1:00PM-2:30PM at the Twin Ponds Nature Park, Centerport,
NY. Join Cornell Cooperative Extension educators for a
walk through Twin Ponds Nature Park in Centerport as we
investigate the reawakening of the plants and animals of our
coastal wetlands and woodlands. Please dress comfortably for
this program. Please note, there are no bathrooms onsite.
Ages 6-8. Fee: $18 per child. For more information please
call 631-239-1800 or reply at
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"Peaceful Meals With Young Children" Parenting Workshop From
Cornell Cooperative Extension on March 25, 2008
7:00PM-9:00PM at the Kermit W. Graf Building in Riverhead,
NY. Many parents are frustrated by picky eaters. We will
look at different stages of child development and the
feeding relationship between the parent and child. We’ll
discuss meeting children’s nutritional needs and how to
enjoy stress-free mealtimes. Lastly, we’ll build
meal-planning skills, learn to improve nutrition while
appealing to the preschooler, and discover strategies to
cope with picky eaters. Sessions will end with sample
nutritious meals for the preschooler prepared by the program
participants. Educator: Dinah Castro, three sessions, $25.
Please join us for lively discussions where you will meet
other parents with similar concerns. Registration is
required. For more information please call Laurie Wells at
631-727-7850 x 340 or reply at
dk232@cornell.edu. |
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Paying For Long-Term Care : Understanding Your Options on
March 25, 2008 at 7:30PM at the Huntington Community
Library, 338 Main Street, Huntington, NY 11743. Cornell
Cooperative Extension provides long-term care information in
public libraries throughout Suffolk County. Contact your
local library for programming information and to register.
This program is solely intended to educate consumers about
their choices. For adults, parents and caregivers. Free. For
more information and/or to register please call 631-427-5165
x 264 or reply at
dk232@cornell.edu. |
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"Together & Loving It" Parenting Workshop From Cornell
Cooperative Extension on March 26, 2008 7:00PM-9:00PM at the
Kermit W. Graf Building in Riverhead, NY. This series is
designed to help couples build their relationship skills.
The goal is to improve couple communication, including love
languages, provide guidelines for handling family finances,
address anger issues and conflict resolution, discuss the
role of in-laws, extended family, and other factors that
influence the couple relationship. The last session will
focus on parenting together with an emphasis on discipline
and guidance. Couples are expected to attend all sessions.
Educators: Nancy Olsen-Harbich and Tim Jahn, six sessions,
no fee. Please join us for lively discussions where you will
meet other parents with similar concerns. Registration is
required. For more information please call Laurie Wells at
631-727-7850 x 340 or reply at
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Spines, Slime & Stingers March 26 or 27, 2008
10:00AM-12:00PM or 1:00PM-3:00PM at the Marine Program at
the Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport, NY
11721. What do jellyfish, lionfish, and octopi have in
common? Join Cornell Cooperative Extension educators as we
investigate some of the exciting and dangerous marine
creatures that inhabit waters around the world, and learn
how these animals use spines, slime and stingers to defend
themselves and catch their prey. Ages 6-8. Fee: $25 per
child. For more information please call 631-239-1800 or
reply at
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Long Island Speed Dating on
Friday, March 28, 2008 8:00PM-10:00PM at the Callahan's,
1964 Hempstead Turnpike, East Meadow, NY 11554. Long
Island Single Speed Dating for Men ages 35-45 and Women
32-44. Up to 20 dates in one night. Proof of age required.
Suggested audiences: Adult. Cost: $30-$40. For more
information please call 516-908-9638 or 718-757-6933 or
reply at
info@weekenddating.com. |
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Sergio's of Massapequa & The
Other Vic Theater Company present "Murder Amongst Friends" a
murder mystery spoof of the hit TV Show "Friends" Friday,
March 28, 2008 at 7:00PM at Sergio's of Massapequa, 5422
Merrick Road, Massapequa, NY. Fee: $49.00 per person
includes all. Guess who dunnit and win a cash prize. For
more information and/or for reservations please call
516.541.6554 or reply at
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Second Annual Asian American
Cultural Festival of Long Island on Saturday, March 29, 2008
at the Charles B. Wang Center, Stony Brook University, Stony
Brook, NY. 1:00PM-6:00PM free admission; 6:00PM-7:00PM stage
performance $10; 7:00PM-9:00PM "Taste of Asia" VIP
Reception/Raffle Drawing/Awards Ceremony $20. Both for $25.
The Annual Asian-American Cultural Festival of Long Island,
established to promote cultural awareness of the Asian
community and celebrate the diversity of Long Island's
population, will be held at Stony Brook's Charles B. Wang
Center, which is celebrating its 5th Anniversary in 2008.
Featured will be multi-cultural booth displays, arts and
crafts, live music, costumes, paintings/photo exhibits,
dance presentations, movies, lectures, corporate displays,
an Asian Market, a Tea Ceremony, and art and movement
workshops including paper cutting, origami, basket weaving,
"parol making" and Kung Fu. In the evening there will be a
performance by renowned Asian artists, followed by a "Taste
of Asia" VIP Reception, the Presentation of Awards, and
raffle drawings for some spectacular prizes.
Bring the entire family. Freeadmission 1:00PM-6:00PM.
Multi-cultural presentation shows begin at 2:00 PM and 4:00
PM. Evening events begin at 6 PM with the stage performance.
Admission is $10 for the performance, $20 for the "Taste of
Asia" VIP Reception, Awards Presentation and Raffle Drawing.
Those who purchase tickets for both will pay only $25.
Seating is limited, so early reservations are recommended.
Participating countries include: China, India, Japan, Korea,
Philippines, Taiwan, Thailand. For more information and to
purchase tickets call 631.543.5768. For more information
please call Karen Bomzer at 631.754.6640/631.220.4722 or
reply at
karen@actresume.com.
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The 9th Annual Vajira Concert : A Celestial & Majestic Night
: One Night Only on Saturday, March 29, 2008 6:00PM-10:00PM
at the Vajiradhammapadip Temple, 110 Rustic Road,
Centereach, NY 11720. We are proud to present the most
magnificent show of the year! Featuring traditional
performances of Thai classical dancers and music...
Including authentic Thai food so you can fully enjoy this
magical event. For more information please call Vilaiphun at
516.285.4202; Sayun at 516.756.6863; Kalaya at 212.308.2600
x 275, Penny at 631.612.1691 or reply at
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Starlab Portable Planetarium Shows on Saturday, March 29,
2008 at 2:30PM and at 3:30PM at the Custer Institute and
Observatory, 1115 Main Bayview Road (South of Rte. 25),
Southold, NY. Presenter: Andi Pisacano. A fun way for
the family to learn the constellations and the myths
associated with them. A planetarium is one of the best ways
to quickly become familiar with the night sky. StarLab
presenter and story-teller, Andi Pisacano, will introduce
you to the constellations and other celestial bodies, and
tell you the myths associated with them. Two shows each day.
Suggested donation: $5 Child (13 and under), $8 Adult, $20
Family (2 adults and children) per show. Suggested donation:
$5 Children (13 and under), $8 Adults, $20 Family (2 adults
and children). For more information please call 631.765.2626
or reply at
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Saturn Party & Lecture: Farewell To The Rings on Saturday,
March 29, 2008 at 8:00PM (rain date April 5, 2008 at 8:00PM)
at the Custer Institute and Observatory, 1115 Main Bayview
Road (South of Rte. 25), Southold, NY. Speaker: Dr.
Jeffrey Owen Katz, Custer Institute Observatory Director. A
brief lecture about Saturn, then view its disappearing rings
through powerful telescopes (weather permitting) while you
still can! Suggested donation: $5 Non-Members. $3 Children
under 14. Members: free. Raindate: Sat., April 5, 8:00 PM.
Right now, Saturn and its rings are clearly visible. The pet
planet of stargazers is high in the sky, visible at a
convenient time of night, and its most impressive
characteristic--its rings--are still easy to see; as the
year progresses, that will not continue to be the case. By
Sept. 2008, Saturn's rings will be edge-on and, therefore,
will be invisible to observers for quite some time. At 8:00
PM, Custer's Observatory Director, Dr. Jeffrey Owen Katz,
will present a brief lecture about Saturn and its
disappearing rings. Weather permitting, observing the planet
through large telescopes will follow. So join us as we
celebrate Saturn and bid a fond adieu to its rings, at least
for a while. Refreshments available. Suggested Donation: $5
Adults, $3 Children under 14. Free for Members. Photo of
Saturn available upon request. For more information please
call 631.765.2626 or reply at
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"Active Parenting Now" Parenting Workshop From Cornell
Cooperative Extension on March 31, 2008 7:00PM-9:00PM at the
Kermit W. Graf Building in Riverhead, NY. Designed for
parents of children ages 8 to 12, this series teaches
parents how to raise responsible, cooperative children who
are prepared to meet the challenges of the teen years.
Parents will learn positive, non-violent discipline
techniques so they can avoid power struggles. Participants
are expected to attend all sessions. Educator: Tim Jahn, six
sessions, $50. Please join us for lively discussions where
you will meet other parents with similar concerns.
Registration is required. For more information please call
Laurie Wells at 631-727-7850 x 340 or reply at
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