On the Calendar

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Issue of August 8, 2008

Lawrence - Rabbi Natan Slifkin, the “Zoo Rabbi,” will be speaking in Congregation Beth Sholom on Shabbat Chazon, August 9. At 10:45 a.m, he will speak about “Judaism and the Animal Kingdom” and at 5:00 p.m. he will discuss “The Making of Controversy.” Beth Sholom is located at 390 Broadway in Lawrence. For more information, please call (516) 569-3600.

Lawrence - Congregation Beth Sholom will host a series of speakers on Tisha B’av, Sunday, August 10, beginning at 2:15 p.m. with Rabbi Moshe Teitelbaum speaking about “Jewish Journeys: On Rivers of Tears,” at 3:15 p.m., Rabbi Aryeh Zev Ginsberg on “Understanding Jewish Tragedy: A Tisha B’Av Perspective, at 4:15 p.m., Rabbi Kalman Topp on “The Menorah: From Temple to Titus,” at 5:15 p.m., Rabbi Ben Skydell on “A Chassidic View of Diaspora” and at 6:15 p.m., Rabbi Kenneth Hain on “Asking The Unaskable.” There will also be minyanim for mincha at 1:35 p.m. and at 7:30 p.m., followed by maariv at 8:25. The shul is located at 360 Broadway in Lawrence. For more information, please call (516) 569-3600, ext. 22 or e-mail execdir@bethshalom.us.

Eisenhower Park - The Conference of Jewish Organizations in Nassau County and the Suffolk Council of Jewish Organizations hosts a celebration of Israel@60 on Monday, August 11 at Eisenhower Park. Organizational exhibits and vendor displays open at 5:00 p.m. and entertainment featuring singers Ricky Pen and Shorashim starts at 7:00. Admission is free and sponsorship opportunities are available. For more information, please contact COJONC at (516) 364-4477 or Suffolk COJO at (516) 462-5826.

Cedarhurst - The JCC of the Greater Five Towns hosts dinner with friends and entertainment with comedian Mark Brier on Tuesday, August 12 at 7:00 p.m. You must make a reservation for the event, which costs $18 and is for singles age 55 and older. The JCC is located at 207 Grove Avenue in Cedarhurst. For more information and to RSVP, please call (516) 569-6733.

Cedarhurst - The JCC of the Greater Five Towns will host a Dinner with Friends on Tuesday, August 12 at 7:00 p.m.. One of the hardest times when living alone is the “dinner hour.” Why dine alone when you can dine with friends? You do not have to be newly bereaved to come. Pre-registration is required. The JCC is located at 207 Grove Avenue in Cedarhurst. For more information, please contact Lisa Stern at (516) 569-6733, ext. 209

Oceanside - The Friedberg JCC is offering several day trips during August. On Wednesday, August 13, there will be a guided tour of the new galleries at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, including Van Gogh, Monet, Matisse, Cezanne, Picasso, Renoir and more. Small groups of 15 per guide. Cost of $71 does not include lunch. On Wednesday, August 20, there will be a trip to Bally’s Casino in Atlantic City with casino cash givebacks, bagel breakfast, movies, raffles and more! Register early to reserve a spot, at a price of $50. On Thursday, August 28, take a trip to see “Over the River and Through the Woods” at the John Engeman Theater in Northport. Fee of $112 includes ticket, lecture on the coach bus about the show and an elegant lunch at La Casa Café in Northport. For more information, call the JCC at (516) 766-4341, ext. 129 or e-mail drosen@friedbergjcc.org.

Lawrence - The Par Group’s Samuel Levine Memorial Golf Classic will be held on Monday, August 18 at the Seawane and Rockaway Hunting Club in Lawrence, to benefit Sunrise Day Camp, the only day camp in the nation for children with cancer and their siblings. The event will honor Morey Danon, Group Director and Senior VP of Signature Bank; Michael L. Faltischek, Senior Partner at Ruskin Moscou Faltischeck, P.C.; and, Ted Haft, President and CEO of 680 5th Avenue Associates and Ten O’Five Investment Group. To register or for more information on sponsorships, please visit our website at www.sunrisedaycamp.org or call (516) 766-4341.

Hewlett - Join Yeshiva of South Shore’s raffle by entering online at www.oneinahundred.org. Tickets are $500 each, with the chance to win $18,000 dollars. The drawing will be on August 19 at the 5th Annual Tom & Judy Raskin Concert on the lawn at 1170 William Street.

Plainview - The Plainview-Old Bethpage Library will host a knitting circle on August 19, and September 2 and 16, from 10:30 a.m. until noon. Learn to knit or crochet and enjoy pleasant conversation as you work. Bring worsted weight yarn and either #8 needle sizes or a size “J” crochet hook. The library is located at 999 Old Country Road in Plainview.

Oceanside - The Friedberg JCC at 15 Neil Court will be hosting a lecture entitled “Out National Elections: The Great American Drama of 2008” on Wednesday, August 20 at 2:00 p.m. Dr. Herbert Rosenbaum, Prof. Emeritus, Political Science, Hofstra University will explore the issues surrounding this year’s national elections. The cost is $6, which includes light refreshments. For more information call (516) 766-4341 ext. 114, e-mail mlevi@friedbergjcc.org, or visit the website at www.friedbergjcc.org.

ONGOING EVENTS

Hewlett - The Hewlett House offers free ongoing cancer support groups and classes. The yoga and stress reduction group meets on Mondays from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. The breast cancer support group for those undergoing treatment meets on Tuesdays from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, and on Wednesdays from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. The knitting circle meets on Tuesdays from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. The writer’s roundtable meets on Wednesdays from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. Pre-registration is required for all events. The Hewlett House is located at 86 East Rockaway Road in Hewlett. For more information, please call Christine at (516) 374-3190.

Cedarhurst - Every Tuesday, the JCC of the Greater Five Towns offers a social day program called “Remember When” from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. at Sons of Israel in Woodmere. This program is especially designed for memory enhancement and socialization. The cost includes a full range of therapeutic activities, morning beverage, dessert, and a kosher lunch. Round-trip door to door handicapped accessible transportation is available on a limited basis. Registration is limited to ensure maximum benefits to each participant. For more information, please call the JCC at (516) 569-6733.

Cedarhurst - Every Tuesday, the JCC of the Greater Five Towns hosts a Parkinson’s Support Group. The purpose of this group is to bring together Parkinsonians, spouses and their families in order to help them better understand the nature of the condition, gain confidence and join in community activities. For further information, please contact Cathy Byrne at (516) 569-6733, ext. 220.

Cedarhurst - Every Wednesday, the JCC of the Greater Five Towns hosts a Cards and Friendship group from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Come alone or bring a friend for a fun afternoon at the JCC. Enjoy meeting new people, good conversation and challenging games. The JCC is located at 207 Grove Avenue in Cedarhurst. For more information, please call Lisa Stern at (516) 569-6733, ext. 209.

Woodmere - Every Wednesday, the JCC of the Greater Five Towns hosts Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) group at Sons of Israel in Woodmere. The goal is to offer a safe haven where clients and family members feel accepted for who they are. For further information, please contact Chana Pfeifer at (516) 569-6733, ext. 213 or Lisa Barnett at ext. 210.

Woodmere - The JCC of the Greater Five Towns hosts the Come Alive Program at Sons of Israel in Woodmere. This program provides an opportunity for home-bound older adults to participate in social, recreational and intellectual activities. Kosher lunch will be provided and door-to-door transportation is available on a limited basis. This program runs on a summer schedule. For further information, please call Linda Balch at (516)569-6733, ext. 211 or Mary Sheffield, ext. 219.