On the Calendar

August 2

Bereavement Group

presented by the JCC

The JCC of the Greater Five Town would like to announce the beginning of a Phase I Bereavement Group for the loss of a spouse. The initial stages of grief can be a painful and lonely time. You are not alone in those feelings and you should not be alone in your grief. If you are coping with the loss of a spouse please join us at the JCC for support, guidance, information and friendship. This six week group, facilitated by a certified social worker will begin from 11:00 – 11:50 a.m. at the JCC, 207 Grove Ave., Cedarhurst. Pre-registration is a must. For more information please call Janet Zimmerman, LCSW-R at (516) 569-6733 x. 224.

August 2-3

24th Annual Cedarhurst Sidewalk Sale

Stop by and check out the unbeatable deals offered by tons of amazing stores at this sidewalk sale. As an added bonus we are offering a $1,000 Cedarhurst Shopping Spree to one lucky winner! Raffle tickets will be available in participating stores as well as in newspaper advertising, so watch for our ads in the local press. The sidewalk sale hours are August 1: 10 am-8 pm, August 2: 10 am-6 pm, August 3: 10 am-closing. For more information about the Cedarhurst Sidewalk Sale, or the stores participating in the $1,000 Cedarhurst Shopping Spree, please contact Teri Schure at info@shopcedarhurst.com or visit www.shopcedarhurst.com.

August 2, 16, 23, 30

JCC Yoga Classes

Please join the JCC of the Greater Five Towns for a Thursday morning Yoga class, 9:15-10:30am - $75. This class will take place at our Grove Street location and will be taught by Miriam Abrahams. For registration information please call Sheryl at (516) 569-6733 x 222.

August 5

Chabad of the Hamptons Summer event!

Join Chabad of the Hamptons, supporters and friends at one of the most anticipated events of the Hamptons season. Featuring the Alumni of the Perlman Music Program. The Perlman Music Program has established itself a leader in its field. The faculty, led by Itzhak Perlman, includes some of the most highly respected and sought-after pedagogues in the world. The evening will include a beautiful concert, cocktail reception, passed hors d’oeuvres, specialty food stations, silent auction and more! All proceeds will benefit the activities of Chabad of the Hamptons and celebrate seven years out East. This event will be $200.00 a person and will take place from 5-7 pm at a beautiful private home in the Hamptons, and the exact address will be announced with payment. For more information or to RSVP www.JewishHamptons.com/reception or email rsvpAugust5@yahoo.com.

August 6

Bagel Babies Sign up

First Monday in August is the day to come in to Chabad and sign up for our renowned Bagel Babies program, ably led by our very own effervescent Hadassah Geisinsky. Bagel Babies is a program geared for mothers with babies ages 12 -36 months. Chose one day a week, Monday through Thursday, and come for one hour between 9:30-10:30 a.m., for special mommy and me time. Bagels, cream cheese and a drink are served at the end of the class. Space is limited so come early to register. Place: Chabad, 74 Maple Avenue, Cedarhurst Time: Starting at 9:00 am WALK IN REGISTRATION ONLY with a form of payment Info: 516-295-2478 or www.chabad5towns.com.

August 7

A Night at the Beach to benefit Kulanu

Join us from 7-11 pm at the Sunny Atlantic Beach Club to benefit Kulanu. It will be a fun night of live music, drinks, a barbecue, and raffle tickets! 60 dollars per person. Make reservations at www.kulanukids.org. The first 75 to sign up will receive a free gift! Call 516-569-3083 for more information!

Farbrengen for Men

Farbrengen in honor of the passing of Rabbi Levi Yitzchak, father of the Rebbe OB”M Place: Chabad of the Five Towns 74 Maple Avenue, Cedarhurst Time: 8:15 pm Info: Call 516-295-2478.

August 8

Kashrut & Cooking with Mrs. Shifra Klein

Enjoy a summer themed cooking demonstration, freshly prepared by Mrs. Shifra Klein, for you to watch and taste. Shifra Klein is the editor in chief and co-founder of Bityavon magazine, a gourmet kosher cooking magazine which celebrates kosher in a modern, revolutionary way. A self-taught cook, Shifra is all about having fun in the kitchen and cooking flavorful and mouthwatering food in a simple and approachable way. RSVP appreciated. Fee: $36 per person Place: Chabad, 74 Maple Avenue, Cedarhurst Time: 7:45 pm Info: 516-295-2478 or www.chabad5towns.com.

August 8-9

JEP - LI Bake Sale

To benefit the Lily and Sol Freimark Yeshivah Scholarship Fund At the home of Leah and Mendy Elefant 1 Lakeside Drive West, Lawrence, NY 11559 Wed. 5p.m. - 9 p.m. Thursday 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. For more information please call Rivka Deinstag 516 410-3054 or Rachellie Knobel 347 - 306-2054.

August 9

Nefesh B’ Nefesh is

rockin’ the boat!

Summer celebration boat tour with food and music. $15 Advance Registration $20 at the Pier Register at www.nbn.org.il/cruise. This event is for Singles and Young Professionals age 21-35. 7 pm at Pier 83 (West 42nd Street NY)

August 9

Tales from the Forgotten Kingdom: Ladino Songs Renewed

Get ready for an emotionally powerful, artistic voyage awash with warm harmonies, intricate textures and spellbinding rhythms. Huntington Arts Council presents Tales from the Forgotten Kingdom: Ladino Songs Renewed, the newest program from the award-winning Guy Mendilow Ensemble.

The concert will take place at 8:00pm at Heckscher Park in Huntington, NY. More info at www.guymendilow.com and www.huntingtonarts.org.

Ongoing

Mangano Announces Weekday Golf Specials

at Nassau County’s 9-Hole Golf Courses

Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano announced today that all four of Nassau County’s 9-hole golf courses will be offering a special weekday discount. Conveniently spread around the county park system, Nassau offers residents four executive-level 9 hole golf courses at Cantiague Park, Christopher Morley, North Woodmere, and Bay Park.

“With these lower green fee prices, golfers of all skill levels are invited to continue to enjoy our 9-hole County golf courses at an even more economical and low-cost rate” said Mangano. “Every course provides the perfect setting to enjoy a day of golf.”

The new special rates, which must be purchased in packages of 5 rounds and are valid for weekday play only, are as follows:

Original Price Special Price Savings

Senior/Discount with Leisure Pass

$8.50 $7.50 $5.00

*5 Rounds for $37.50*

Resident Leisure Pass

$15.00 $12.00 $15.00

*5 Rounds for $60.00*

Non-Resident No Leisure Pass

$26.00 $21.00 $25.00

*5 Rounds for $105.00*

For more information regarding Nassau County’s four executive 9-hole golf courses, or the three 18-hole golf courses located in Eisenhower Park, please visit the Nassau County website at: www.nassaucountyny.gov/parks.