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30 Guide to Schools & Education • Blank Slate Media Newspapers, Friday, February 10, 2017 ADVERTORIAL

Notre Dame School is a Catholic elementary school with students from Nursery to Grade 8.Notre Dame School is a Catholic elementary school with students from Nursery to Grade 8 We follow the NYS curriculum in grades PK through 8. Notre Dame School is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.

Here are some things we would like you to know about Notre Dame School…

We pray together each morning as a school community and attend Mass on the First Friday of each month.

We celebrate liturgical seasons in a variety of ways. During the seasons of Advent and Lent, we begin our week with a special prayer service.

Students in grades Kindergarten through Grade Five participate in the Christmas and Spring Show. Students in PKGrade 2 participate in a winter concert. Students in grades One through Eight may enjoy music lessons and Honor Band through Paul Effman.

In music class, students learn to play the recorder and xylophone, and sing at School Masses. We also have a school choir who sing at prayer services and school masses. Our students are proficient in most aspects of Microsoft Office. They use a variety of presentation

tools including PowerPoint and Prezi, along with Movie Maker. They build boats, hot air balloons and robotic arms and work with the Cad Pro program to design a better school environment.

Our newest initiative for Pre-k-Grade 6 involves the integration of STEM based units. Our Art teacher includes different artists, cultures and literature into her classes. Our Physical Education teacher plays all kinds of games, teaches important skills, teaches Health to grades Five through Eight and stresses good sportsmanship. At Notre Dame we create a rich, powerful connection between students and reading by inviting authors to our school.

We have 3 book fairs a year. These are family events that support the reading development of children. Our students enjoy a lunch program that features both hot and cold items, along with snacks and drinks.

All students from PK through Grade 8 work on computers and SmartBoards. Students in Kindergarten through Grade 8 enjoy the annual Notre Dame Picnic, compete at Blue and White events, participate in Liturgies all through the year as Leaders of Song, readers, and altar servers, go on curriculum –related field trips, shop at the Christmas and Spring Boutique and love dressdown days!

We are proud to announce that we have 100% acceptance into Catholic High Schools.

Our current eighth grade students were awarded more than $715,000.00 in scholarships!

We have a full time Art teacher, as well as a full time Technology teacher, Physical Education teacher and librarian. Our Spanish and Music teachers are part-time.

Grades K and 1 have Italian classes during the school day and students in Grades 2 may participate after school. Students in grades 3-8 study Spanish.

We also have a Drama Club for Grades 4-8 that produces an annual theatrical performance.

We offer a variety of Enrichment Programs after school during the Spring and Fall, including Chess Club. Morning-Care is available for those students in Nursery and PK, and after-care is available until 6:00PM from students in PK through Grade 8.

Although our day begins at 8:10, students may be dropped off at 7:30 AM.

We have many more wonderful events and programs which we would like to share with you, as space does not permit here.

Please call for an appointment and a personal tour as a part of our “Touring Thursdays.”

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Creating a helpful homework atmosphere for your children Choose the right location for the homework room. When choosing an area of your home where kids will do their homework, avoid rooms adjacent to the kitchen and living room, as these rooms tend to be popular and subject to heavy foot traffic. But don’t choose a room that’s too far away from the hustle and bustle, such as the basement, as that may make kids feel as though they are being punished. In addition, you want to be able to periodically check in on kids to see if they need help and make sure they aren’t spending their homework time surfing the Internet or procrastinating.

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lassrooms conducive to learning may go a long way toward helping students understand the subjects they study in school, but the environment kids encounter at home also plays a big role in how well kids do in their studies. A homework-friendly atmosphere at home can facilitate learning, and there are many ways parents can create such an environment for their school-aged children.

Designate a homework zone in a distraction-free area of your home. Some youngsters are easily distracted, and those distractions come in many forms. A living room where the television is blaring, a noisy kitchen where dinner is being prepared and a room where pets can roam free are not ideal homework areas, as each can take kids’ attention away from their assignments.

Designate a room in your home that is quiet and well lit so kids can do their homework free from distraction.

Keep the homework room clean. A cluttered homework room may be less appealing to children, and such disorganization also can distract kids from the tasks at hand. Encourage kids to keep their homework rooms clean, and help them clean up if need be. Supplies and other items kids need should be easily accessible in the homework room so kids are not wasting time looking for items they need to complete their homework.

Let kids rest or relax before starting their homework. Another element of a good homework atmosphere is letting kids unwind between getting home from school and cracking open the books. A break between school and homework time can help kids focus better on their studies. In the interim between arriving home from school and starting on their homework, give kids a healthy snack that can provide an extra jolt of energy they can use once they start their homework.

Evaluate how the homework zone is working. Once an ample amount of time has passed, examine how kids are performing on their homework assignments. If they are doing well, then there is no reason to break up the current routine. If they are struggling, ask them if there is anything about the current setup they dislike and address those issues accordingly.

Kids rarely look forward to doing their homework. But the right atmosphere can make homework seem like less of a chore and more of an opportunity for kids to apply themselves.

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A cappella groups to The Art Guild of Port perform at Adelphi to host juried contest Professional a cappella groups from around the world will perform with collegiate and high school groups at the SingStrong International A Cappella Festival from Feb. 10 to 12 at the Adelphi University Performing Arts Center located at 1 South Ave. in Garden City.

SingStrong Inc. is a public charity and this marks its 14th a cappella festival.

The all-vocal event consists of five concerts and two days of classes and coachings, all featuring nothing but the human voice.

Event profits support charity, with a silent auction to benefit the fight against Alzheimer’s, and other proceeds supporting music programs with a special focus on singing and a cappella music.

SingStrong kicks off on Friday, Feb. 10 at 7 p.m., with “ACA-IDOL,” an a cappella competition for semi-professional and collegiate groups in the style of “The X-Factor,” “America’s Got Talent,” and “American Idol.”

Celebrity judges give live feedback on the performers’ 10-minute sets, while audience members vote for their favorites from their cell phones.

The first prize is $1,000.

The SingStrong matinee concert on Saturday, Feb. 11 at 2 p.m. features a high school competition with awards for performance and arranging and composition, as judged by respected a cappella educators.

Single Singers, an open group that anyone can join, will also perform.

Saturday night features two SingStrong main event concerts, each with its own lineup of professional a cappella groups.

The 7 p.m. concert includes Denmark’s Postyr, New York’s Blue Jupiter with Diana Preisler, and Connecticut’s Connect.

The 9:30 p.m. concert includes Stiletta, Fii, Zulal and Backtrack.

A silent auction to benefit the fight against Alzheimer’s will take place between the Saturday night concerts.

SingStrong’s Sunday matinee concert at 2 p.m. features more new professional a cappella groups as well as encore performances from Saturday evening, including Greater Nassau Chorus, Postyr, Connect, Zulal, Fii, Backtrack and more.

Throughout Saturday and Sunday, SingStrong will present two days of classes on such topics as stage presence, forming and directing an a cappella group, beatboxing, vocal health, and musical arranging.

From beginners to pros, these classes are designed to help anyone interested in a cappella take their skills to the next level.

Participating a cappella groups will also enjoy free private coaching with their weekend passes.

Tickets range from $20 to $35 and weekend passes are available for as low as $75.

Discounts are available for students, seniors and groups of ten or more.

AUPAC is one of Long Island’s premier cultural arts venues for entertainment of all kinds.

Information is available at the Lucia and Steven N. Fischer Box Office at 516877-4000 or boxoffice@adelphi.edu.

Regular box office hours are Tuesday through Friday from 1 to 6 p.m.

The box office is also open two hours before most scheduled performances.

Town, art groups to host juried arts contest The Town of North Hempstead along with the North Hempstead Arts Advisory Council and The Art Guild of Port Washington, are pleased to announce that the town will be holding its second Arts Matter! juried art contest and exhibit.

The theme of this contest is multicultural aspects of the Town of North Hempstead.

The entries will be accepted until Feb. 13, and the exhibit will be on display at Town Hall in Manhasset from Feb. 28 to April 28.

In order to enter, you must be a resident of the Town of North Hempstead, an employee of a business located in the Town, or a member of an arts organization within the Town.

All artists must be 18 years or older.

Any artwork submitted must be available from Feb. 27 to May 1 and

must have been completed in the past three years.

Each artist may submit up to three artworks per entry.

The cost per entry is $25.

All entries must be submitted by Feb. 13.

More information on how to enter, accepted art mediums, additional rules and regulations can be found at: www. northhempsteadny.gov/btdc.

The winning art works will be on display at Town Hall in Manhasset from Feb. 28 to April 28 and the exhibit is open to the public.

The Arts Matter! Artist’s Reception will take place on Tues., March 14 from to 7:00 p.m. at Town Hall.

For more information and to access the entry form please visit www.northhempsteadny.gov/btdc or call 311 or (516) 869-6311.

The Art Guild invites all artists to enter “Works On Paper,” a juried competition and exhibition.

All styles are welcome.

Works must have a paper (or synthetic paper) substrate.

Mediums may include but are not limited to acrylic, oil, watercolor, pastel, ink, dyes, pencil (graphite or colored), charcoal, marker, mixed media, collage, encaustic, etching/prints or sculpture with pedestal.

All artists, 18 years and older (high school students ages 14-18 years may enter in the student category), are invited to submit up to three works for consideration.

The deadline for submissions is midnight on Feb. 10.

A prospectus can be downloaded at TheArtGuild.org.

Juror of Awards: Award winning artist Kyle Blumenthal’s life is steeped in art.

From a very early age, she immersed herself in art books, art prints and art works.

Her father was a sculptor and served as her first teacher.

Her paintings of international conductors and soloists at Lincoln Center have won her critical acclaim.

Her exhibits in the greater New York area and on Long Island have earned high praise.

She has taken special awards at the Sodarco Gallery in Montreal several times.

Her commercial illustrations have been used by Panasonic, CBS, ABC and NY News One. In addition to creating art, Kyle is a teacher and mentor, especially teaching

students in college and high school.

The exhibit will be on view at The Art Guild’s home, Elderfields Preserve, 200 Port Washington Blvd. in Manhasset from March 4 to April 2.

Gallery hours are Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 5 p.m. or by appointment.

An Artists’ Reception and Awards Ceremony will be held on Sunday, March 5 from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Classes for children and adults run year-round and include Drawing for Beginners and Intermediates, Landscape Painting for Beginners and Intermediates, Watercolor for Beginners or Intermediates, The Still Life in Oil, and Life Drawing from the Model (non-instructional).

Sip & Sketch, a non-instructional drawing session with a live model, meets on the second Thursday evening of every month.

Please RSVP for the next session (Feb. 9).

An Advanced Studio for High School Students begins Feb. 9.

A workshop, Watercolor with Joyce Hicks, is scheduled for June 22-25.

The Art Guild of Port Washington, Inc., is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization providing encouragement, education and a forum for the appreciation of the visual arts.

The Art Guild strives to offer residents from local and neighboring communities an avenue to broaden their creative pursuits.

It is an organization open to all people with a common goal to advance the visual arts.

For more information, please call 516-304-5797 or visit our website: www.

TheArtGuild.org.

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Arts & Entertainment Calendar GOLD COAST ARTS CENTER 113 Middle Neck Road, Great Neck (516) 829-2570 • goldcoastarts.org Saturday, Feb. 11 at 8 p.m.

Your Big Break Knockout, Round 1 Wednesday, Feb. 22 at 7:30 p.m.

A Man Called Ove—Gold Coast Film Series Saturday, Feb. 25 at 8 p.m.

Adam Ippolito & Friends—A Benefit Concert & CD Release Party Tuesday, March 7 at 7:30 p.m.

The Man Who Saved the World—Elliman Film Series Thursday, March 9 at 7 p.m.

“Come From Away” on Broadway Through March 12 Lost & Found: The Art of Assembling LANDMARK ON MAIN STREET 232 Main Street, Suite 1 Port Washington (516) 767-1384 ext. 101 www.landmarkonmainstreet.org Saturday, Feb. 11 at 8 p.m.

An Evening with Fran Lebowitz Sunday, Feb. 12 at 7 p.m.

Kathy Mattea: The Acoustic Living Room Wednesday, Feb. 22 at 2 p.m.

Vintage Bliss: The Great American Songbook Friday, Feb. 24 at 8 p.m.

Marcia Ball & the Subdues “Boogie on the Bayou: A Mardi Gras Celebration Saturday, Feb. 25 at 8 p.m.

Improvised Shakespeare Friday, March 17 at 8 p.m.

Sarah Jarosz Performs Saturday, April 8 at 8 p.m.

TV Medium Kim Russo PLANTING FIELDS ARBORETUM Coe Hall Historic House Museum 1395 Planting Fields Road, Oyster Bay (516) 922-9200 • http://www.plantingfields. org Wednesday, Feb. 17 at 7 p.m.

The Master Keys Thursday, March 24 at 7 p.m.

Hot Club of Flatbush THE PARAMOUNT 370 New York Ave., Huntington (631) 673-7300 ext. 303 www.paramountny.com Saturday, Feb. 11 at 5 p.m.

The Paramount Comedy Series Presents: Jim Breuer Thursday, Feb. 16 at 8 p.m.

The Paramount Comedy Series Presents: Tom Segura “No Teeth No Entry” Tour Friday, Feb. 17 at 8 p.m.

The Paramount Comedy Series Presents: Pablo Francisco Saturday, Feb. 18 at 8 p.m.

St. Pauli Presents: Less Than Jake & Pepper with Special Guests--The Attack & The Bunny Gang Thursday, Feb. 23 at 8 p.m.

David Duchovny Friday, Feb. 24 at 8 p.m.

The Paramount Party Series Presents: Unforgettable Fire & 42: A Tribute to U2 & Coldplay Saturday, Feb. 25 at 8 p.m.

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LONG ISLAND CHILDREN’S MUSEUM 11 Davis Avenue, Garden City 516-224-5800 • www.licm.org Tuesday, Feb. 14 through Friday, Feb. 17 from 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Happy Hearts Wreaths Ages 3 and up. Free with museum admission.

Saturday, Feb. 11 from 6-9 p.m.

Be Mine Ball All ages. Fee: $11 per person ($9 LICM members) Sunday, Feb. 12 from 2-4 p.m.

In the Days of Honest Abe Ages 3 and up. All ages. Fee: $11 per person ($9 LICM members) Wednesday, Feb. 15 and Thursday, Feb. 16, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

“Princess Frog: A Musical Fairy Tale” Ages 3 and up. Fee: $9 with museum admission ($7 LICM members); $12 theatre only Saturday, Feb. 18 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Green Tea Series--Wild About Conversation Ages 4 and up. Free with museum admission Sunday, Feb. 19 from 1-3 p.m.

History of Dolls of Color--Celebrating Black History Month Ages 5 and up. Free with museum admission MADISON THEATRE AT MALLOY COLLEGE 1000 Hempstead Avenue, Rockville Centre Friday, Feb. 10, 7 p.m.

Taste of the Oscars Saturday, Feb. 11, 8 p.m.

The Sixties Show Sunday, Feb. 12, 3 p.m.

Let’s Fall in Love: A Swingtime Big Band Valentine Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Friday, 12- 8 p.m., Feb. 13-April 12 The Frank & Gertrude Kaiser Art Gallery at Malloy Presents... World War I: Image, Money and Propaganda—The Central Powers Saturday, Feb. 25, 8 p.m.

The Madison Theatre at Malloy College Presents... Grammy Award Winning Singer and Songwriter Jimmy Webb in Concert with the South Shore Symphony Tickets/Info.: 516-323-4444 or www.madisontheatreny.org HUNTINGTON ARTS COUNCIL 213 Main Street, Huntington February 2-25 The Human Condition exhibit NASSAU COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn (516) 484-9338 www.nassaumuseum.org Through March 5 Ansel Adams: Sight and Feeling Through March 5 Light Works: 100 Years of Photos Through March 5 New Photos: Long Island Collects March 25-July 9 Halston Style: The first comprehensive retrospective of the works of the American fashion designer Halston.

Sponsored by “H Halston exclusively at Lord & Taylor,” the exhibition occupies the entire museum.

Ongoing Sculpture Park

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Community Calendar

A&E Calendar cont’d Walking Trails Gardens Events FILM SCREENING Through March 5 Stryker’s America: Photographing the Great Depression FILM SCREENING Through March 5 Cartier-Bresson’s Century FILM March 25-Nov. 9 Halston Tribute: Lincoln Center For The Family Sundays, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Family Tour at 1 p.m.

Art Activities at 1:30 p.m.

March 6 and 26 Neiman Marcus Family Sundays at the Museum 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Super Family Sunday Merrymaking in a Gold Coast Mansion 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Tuesday, Feb. 21 Wednesday, Feb. 22 Thursday, Feb. 23 Family Art Making Days February Three-Day Break for Art New Program Tuesdays, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Feb. 14 Sketching in the Galleries Exhibition Lecture THE DOLPHIN BOOK SHOP & CAFE 299 Main St., Port Washington (516) 767-2650 • www.thedolphinbookshop. com Saturday, February 11, 1-2 p.m.

Our Lady of Mercy Academy Select Chorus: A Valentine’s Selection Sunday, February 12, 10:30 a.m.

PJC at the Dolphin: Celebrate Purim. For children of all ages.

Sunday, February 12, 1-2 p.m.

Valentine Storytime & Craft Wednesday, February 15, 7 p.m.

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The ART Guild 200 Port Washington Blvd., Manhasset www.TheArtGuild.org Exhibit Through Feb. 26 Photography Exhibit: “From My Perspective” Second Thursdays: Feb. 9 & March 9 Sip & Sketch: Live model, no instruction, short and long poses. Bring a snack and/or beverage. Call or email to RSVP. Beginners, 1-4 p.m.; Intermediates, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Thursdays until Feb. 16 from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Oil Painting: The Still Life for all levels with Frances Ianarella For children: Saturdays until March 4 Children’s Art Studio (ages 8-12), 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Art Explorations (ages 5-7), 12 p.m. to 1:15 p.m.

Wednesdays until March 1 Children’s Art Studio (ages 8-12), 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Thursdays until March 30 Advanced Art Instruction for High School Students (ages 15-18), 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

LUTHERAN CHURCH OF OUR SAVIOR 12 Franklin Ave., Port Washington Saturday, February 11 at 6 p.m.

Dinner and Movie Night.

The event is $10 and includes dinner followed by the film, “The Sandlot,” a family friendly coming-of-age story set in the summer of 1962.

Info.: (516)767-0603 or email: lcosoffice@ optimum.net

38 Old Country Road, Garden City Wednesday, March 22 at 7:30 p.m.

Free College Planning & Admissions Workshop Open to students and parents alike, this forum will explore topics, such as choosing a college that’s the “best” fit for you, the intricacies and nuances of the college application and admissions process, creating a compelling college essay, and paying for that college degree.

Register at www.tfaforms.com/319156 or www.collegeconnect.info

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BJ SPOKE GALLERY 229 Main Street, Huntington (631) 549-5106• www.bjspokegallery.com Through Feb. 26 Poetry in Motion Exhibit SANDS POINT PRESERVE 127 Middle Neck Road, Sands Point info@sandspointpreserve.org • 516.571.7901 Saturday, Feb. 11, 6-10 p.m.

Valentine’s Night Jazz Saturday, Feb. 18, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Rainforest Escape Saturday, March 4, 4-7:30 p.m. and Sunday, March 5, 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Celestial Weekend Sunday, March 5, 2-4 p.m.

Winter Choral Concert Sunday, March 19, 10-10:45 a.m.

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My Morning Jacket Singer-songwriter to play Forest Hills duo to play in series My Morning Jacket will return this summer, playing its first-ever show at the historic Forest Hills Stadium in Queens on July 15.

The concert will be the band’s only New York City performance of 2017.

Special guest Gary Clark Jr. will open.

Tickets are currently on sale at ForestHillsStadium.com.

One dollar from every ticket purchased will benefit My Morning Jacket’s Waterfall Project.

Established in 2015, the project is dedicated to supporting and promoting actions, big and small, for positive change in the world.

In a review of a May 2016 show, The Denver Post said, “My Morning Jacket returned… once again proving they’re among the top live bands in any genre, anywhere. Jim James’ songs, guitar playing and vocals — beautiful and haunting at times, and possessing an incredible vocal range--alone could carry a show, but the band (Tom Blankenship on bass, drummer Patrick Hallahan, guitarist Carl Broemel and keyboardist Bo Koster) plays with an intensity few bands equal, let alone attempt.”

“The Waterfall” (ATO Records/Capitol Records), My Morning Jacket’s seventh studio album, garnered their third

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Grammy nomination in the Best Alternative Music Album category.

The Washington Post hailed it as “epic,” and Pitchfork said, “[it] reaffirms that MMJ are one of the most exciting American rock bands going.”

Following the band’s spring 2016 tour, Jim James released a new solo album, Eternally Even (ATO Records/Capitol Records).

Stereogum praised its “raw, exquisitely textured glory,” and American Songwriter described it as “a spellbinding listen.”

Eternally Even was recently voted as one of 2016’s top albums by National Public Radio listeners.

For decades, the stadium at the West Side Tennis Club was not only host of the U.S. Open, it was also a renowned music venue — hosting concerts by the Beatles, Bob Dylan, Jimi Hendrix, the Rolling Stones and other legendary artists.

When the U.S. Open moved to larger space in 1977, the architecturally stunning, horseshoe-shaped Forest Hills Stadium fell into disrepair and its days as a music venue faded.

In 2013, concert promoters partnered with the West Side Tennis Club to rehabilitate the stadium and bring incredible events back to this storied venue.

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Singer-songwriters Jon Shain and Jessy Tomsko will be the featured performers during the monthly Hard Luck Café series at Huntington’s Cinema Arts Centre on Thursday, Feb. 16 at 8:30 p.m.

Shain is a veteran singer-songwriter and guitarist who’s been turning heads for years with his words, his fiery acoustic guitar work, and his evolved musical style--combining improvised Piedmont blues with bluegrass, swing, and ragtime.

His newest disc, a duet album with Joe Newberry entitled “Crow the Dawn,” was released in January 2016.

Shain grew up in Haverhill, Mass., and resides in Durham, N.C. In addition to recording and performing, Shain — whose work touches on the trials and tribulations of regular people, as well as themes of social justice — teaches Piedmont blues guitar and leads songwriting workshops.

For more information about the artists, go to jonshain.com.

Tomsko is a New York City-based singer-songwriter who originally hails from Philadelphia.

Known for her catchy yet genuine and confessional style, Tomsko is a versatile vocalist, guitarist, pianist, and composer.

Although writing and performing primarily in the ever-expanding “folk” genre, she first began experimenting with songwriting while attending a conservatory and earning a music degree in classical voice performance.

Her roots in classical music and musical theater provided Tomsko with a solid musical foundation and inspired her along the way to finding her own voice.

Tomsko has independently released several EPs and albums and is working on a new one, “Wild and Good. “ For more information about Tomsko, go to jessytomskomsusic.com.

Established in 1973, Huntington’s Cinema Arts Centre (www.cinemaartscentre.org) seeks to bring the best of cinematic artistry to Long Island and use the power of film to expand the awareness and consciousness of our community.

LI’s only not-for-profit, viewer-supported, independent cinema presents a wide array of films that are often accompanied by discussions and guest speakers.

The Cinema Arts Centre is located at 423 Park Ave. in Huntington.

Shain and Tomsko’s concert will take place in the Cinema’s Sky Room and will be preceded by an open mic at 7:30 p.m.

Tickets are currently on sale: $15 for the general public and $10 for Cinema Arts Centre and Folk Music Society of Huntington members, and will be available at the door.

Now in its 48th year, the Folk Music Society of Huntington presents two monthly concert series, a monthly folk jam and an annual folk festival in conjunction with the Huntington Arts Council.

Its First Saturday Concerts series at the Congregational Church of Huntington (30 Washington Drive, off Route 25A, Centerport) will feature Joe Crookston and take place on March 4.

For more information on the Folk Music Society, visit www.fmsh.org or call (631) 425-2925.

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Community Calendar cont’d Continued from Page 55 KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS HALL 186 Jericho Turnpike, Mineola Friday, Feb. 17. Doors open at 6 p.m.; first bout at 7:30 p.m.

Golden Globes Boxing. Tickets $30 each. No tickets will be sold at the door.

Call or email Mike (516)639-8606; mmurtha@ newyork811inc.com Saturday, Feb. 25 from 6 to 10 p.m.

Special Olympics Sports Night Dinner Dance Fundraiser Wear your favorite sports jersey. DJ and dancing. Beer, wine, soda, dessert and coffee will be complimentary. Cash bar for mixed drinks.

Contact Steve Driscoll: 800-997-1237 WALT WHITMAN BIRTHPLACE HISTORIC SITE 246 Old Walt Whitman Road Huntington Station Wednesday, Feb. 22 at 1 p.m.

Make a Dreamer Catcher: Dreamcatchers were originally made by the children of Native American tribes, such as the Cherokee. To Native Americans, dreams were messages sent by sacred spirits. Learn the legend how dreamcatchers caught all of your bad dreams.

Create your very own to hang in a special place.

Victorian Tea Party: Thsi fun and informative program includes role-playing while teaching social skills, self-esteem and confidence. Children will learn dining manners and practice table setting and introductions. Apple juice will be substituted for the hot tea. $12 per child/event; $20 for both programs.

For more information go to www.waltwhitman.org Thursday, March 2 at 6 p.m.

Walt Whitman presents “Walking with Whitman with Martin Espada” The series continues to bring the most intriguing figures in contemporary literature on the national scene. Hosted by George Wallace, the evening will begin with an open mic for the community at 6 p.m. A musical prelude will be followed by a reading from featyred poet Martin Espada, ending with a Q&A and booksigning.

Admission is $10, $5 for members.

Info./Ticket info: 631-427-5240 or www. waltwhitman.org Sunday, March 5 at 1 p.m.

Irish Dancers. Children of all ages will enjoy a performance of Irish dancing by teachers and students from the Mulvihill-Lynch Studio of Irish Dance, known internationally as champions on the competitive circuit. After the show, participants can get their faces painted

by Miss Carin or take a guided tour of the Walt Whitman Birthplaces. $9 per child, chaperones free For more info., go to www.waltwhitman.org BOBB HOWARD’S GENERAL STORE & AUTO REPAIR 581 Lakeville Rd., New Hyde Park Saturday, Feb. 11 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

5th Annual Free Egg Cream Day to honor the memory of Egg Cream Queen Gert, who was born on Valentine’s Day and loved making oldfashioned Chocolate Egg Creams for family and friends.

Event will include raffles, free popcorn, and tons of fun! Bring kids and all members of the family.

BEST COMICS 1300 Jericho Tpke., New Hyde Park Wednesday, Feb. 22 from 1 to 4 p.m.

Best Comics Presents: Jim Shooter (Legion of Super Heroes, Secret Wars, Solar Man of the Atom) & J.C. Vaughn (Zombie-Proof, Vampire, PA) signing their new book, Bedtime Stories for Impressionable Children Info.: 516-328-1900 or www.bestcomics. com NEW DIMENSIONS PHYSICAL THERAPY and THE LONG ISLAND INSTITUTE OF SEX THERAPY 75 Plandome Road, Manhasset Friday, Feb. 10 at 6:30 p.m.

Wine, chocolate, and sex positions over 60!

Space is limited so please RSVP by calling 516-304-5373 NORTH HEMPSTEAD PROJECT INDEPENDENCE Friday, Feb. 10, 17 and 24 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Exercise for Balance and Strength North Hempstead “Yes We Can” Community Center, 141 Garden Street, Westbury Thursday, Feb. 23 from 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

Color for the Health of It! Roslyn Community Center, 53 Orchard Street, Roslyn Heights Tuesday, Feb. 14 at 10:30 a.m.

Valentine’s Day Marriage Vow Renewal Ceremony Harbor Links Golf Course, 1 Fairway Drive, Port Washington Wednesday, Feb. 22 at 6:45 p.m.

Tax Grievance Seminar Shelter Rock Library, 165 Searingtown Road, Albertson PROJECT INDEPENDENCE SUPPORT & SOCIAL GROUP TRIVIA CHALLENGE Call 311 or (516) 869-6311 for more information.

Last Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m.

Havana Central Restaurant Roosevelt Field, Garden City.

For more info, call (516) 676- 1976.

BOOK REVUE 313 New York Avenue Huntington Sunday, Feb. 12 at 2 p.m.

The Cellulite Myth by Chris Black Monday, Feb. 13 at 7 p.m.

Long Island Writer’s Guild Wednesday, Feb. 15 at 7 p.m.

Commonwealth: A Novel by Ann Patchett COPAY 21 North Station Plaza, Great Neck Friday, Feb. 17 at 10 a.m.

Child Abuse Prevention SID JACOBSON JCC 300 Forest Drive East Hills, 11548 www.sjjcc.org/jll.

Fridays Shababa Fridays, 9:45-10:45 a.m.

Challah in the Hallway, 12-2:45 p.m.

General Exercise Group for All cancer Survivors, 12:30-1:15 p.m.

Discussion Group for All Cancer Survivors, 1:15-2 p.m.

Sundays

Gentle Yoga for All Cancer Survivors, 9:3010:30 a.m.

Mondays News Behind the News, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.

Eat, Chat, Move!, 12:15-1:45 p.m.

Tuesdays Mah Jongg Clinic, 10 a.m.- 12 p.m.

Tuesday Lectures, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Swim Program for Strength & Wellness, 11:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Knitzvah: Knitting for a Cause, 7-8:30 p.m.

Wednesdays Knitzvah: Knitting for a Cause, 12-2 p.m.

Beginner Canasta, 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m.

Games Day, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Meditation, 12:30-1:30 p.m.

Beginner Canasta, 1-3 p.m.

ZUCKER HILLSIDE HOSPITAL Sloman Auditorium 266th Street & 76th Avenue Glen Oaks National Alliance for Mental Illness free presentation: “Improving Mental Health: Four Secrets in Plain Sight” Wednesday, Feb. 22 at 7:30 p.m.

Sharing and caring support group meets at 6 p.m. Dr. Lloyd Sederer will be talking about his new book in which he shares lessons learned after more than 40 years of helping people with mental illness and addictions.

Info.: 516-326-0797 or www.namign.org THE ADELPHI NY STATEWIDE BREAST CANCER HOTLINE & SUPPORT PROGRAM At the Adelphi School of Social Work 1 South Ave., Garden City Support for Caregivers of People with Breast Cancer Mondays, 6-7:30 p.m.

Young Women’s Support Group, Under 40 Tuesdays, 6-7:30 p.m.

All groups are facilitated by a social worker.

Info.: 516-877-4314 or the Breast Cancer Hotline, 800-877-8077 ROSLYN COMMUNITY CENTER 53 Orchard St., Roslyn Heights Senior Talk Group Thursday, Feb. 16 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Info.: 311 or 516-869-6311 Color for the Health of It! Thursday, Feb. 23 from 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

Info.: 311 or 516-869-6311

“YES WE CAN” COMMUNITY CENTER 141 Garden Street, Westbury Health and Wellness Series Feb. 10, 17, 24 and 27 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Info.: 311 or 516-869-6311 PORT WASHINGTON SENIOR CENTER 80 Manorhaven Blvd., Port Washington Caregiver Support Group The first and third Tuesday of every month from 2-3 p.m.

Info.: 311 or 516-869-6311 CLINTON G. MARTIN PARK 1601 Marcus Ave., New Hyde Park Blankets of Love Tuesdays, Feb. 14, 21 & 28 from 1 to 2 p.m.

The group provides an opportunity for seniors in the Town of North Hempstead community to come together and work in a collaborative manner on a meaningful and rewarding project. Each blanket created is donated to a worthy cause.

Info.: 311 or 516-869-6311 World in Motion Tuesday, Feb. 28 from 2:15-3:15 p.m.

Join a lively discussion on current world issues. Open to all Town of North Hempstead residents 60 and over.

Info.: 311 or 516-869-6311 MAGNOLIA GARDENS 899 Broadway, Westbury Reach Your Goals Support Group Thursday, Feb. 16 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Info.: 311 or 516-869-6311 WINTHROP-UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL 200 Old Country Road, Suite 250 Mineola, NY 11501 Winthrop-University Hospital’s Department of Neuroscience Offering Free Support Groups Huntington’s Disease – 2nd Monday of the month Winthrop’s Research & Academic Center, 101 Mineola Blvd., Room G-013 Head and Neck Cancer Patient Support Group Offered by Winthrop-University Hospital’s Center for Cancer Care 1300 Franklin Avenue, Suite ML5 Garden City Third Monday of the month, from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

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