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August 17-18

Young Israel of Long Beach hosts Shabbaton

Young Israel of Long Beach is pleased to announce that we have embarked on an exciting new program to attract young couples to our beautiful community. As part of our new initiative, we are hosting a Summer Shabbaton in our community. Shabbos Parshas Ra’ay promises to be a unique and fulfilling experience. Attendees will be treated to a relaxing and inspiring Shabbos filled with ruach, lectures, learning, and the special atmosphere of this close knit community. All accommodations including babysitting, housing arrangements, and meals will taken care of, just come and enjoy! Don’t miss this opportunity! For registration and more information please call 1-855-MOV-YILB. Space is limited, so don’t delay!

August 21

JCC Golden Notes Choir

Please join us at the JCC of the Greater Five Towns’ “Golden Notes” (choir), 270 Grove Avenue in Cedarhurst, Tuesday mornings at 11am for a joyful hour of singing with choir master Zvi Klein. We sing songs in all languages and we perform for local venues. For information please call Sheryl at (516) 569-6733 x 222. The next sessions will be on August 28, September 4, and September 11.

August 21

Village of Cedarhurst Concert Series at Andrew J. Parise Park

“The Ultimate Santana Tribute” - Milagro Band

Pre-Show: The Magic of Harry Mandel

Pre-Shows: 7:00 PM

Concerts: 8:00 PM Rain date: Thursdays

Concert Hotline: (516) 295-5770

August 21

Property Tax Exemption Workshop

Legislator Howard J. Kopel and members of the Nassau County Department of Assessment will be conducting forums to help homeowners save money on their Nassau County property tax bill and school tax bill.

1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Hewlett- Woodmere Library

1125 Broadway, Hewlett

August 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 26

NY METS JEWISH HERITAGE DAY

SUNDAY, AUGUST 26TH @ 1:10 P.M. METS vs. ASTROS

• Join the Jewish Community Relations Council of NY and the Mets at Citi Field for Jewish Heritage Day.

• Pre-game programming to include musical entertainment celebrating Jewish-American culture.

• Enjoy Glatt kosher food available at select stands located on the Field & Promenade Level concourses.

• Groups that purchase 25 or more tickets will receive a scoreboard greeting.

Visit www.mets.com/jcrc for more information and to purchase tickets.

August 27-August 31

Friendship Circle Summer Camp

End of summer camp for children with special needs. A week filled with fun activities, trips, crafts and much more. Meet at Chabad, 74 Maple Avenue, Cedarhurst at 10 am. For Info Call 516-295-2478*13 or batsheva@chabad5towns.com to register.

Ongoing

Calling all Senior Song Birds

The JCC of the Greater Five Towns, located at 270 Grove Avenue in Cedarhurst, hosts a choir for seniors every Tuesday morning at 11 a.m. for a joyful hour of singing with choir master Zvi Klein.

We sing songs in all languages and we perform for local venues.  There is a $5.00 optional contribution requested per session.  For information please call Sheryl at 516-569-6733 x222.

Support group

The JCC of the Greater Five Towns will sponsor a new support group for the economically challenged as a result of the economic downturn.  Key themes will include unemployment, financial issues, empowerment and support.  Please join us on Thursday mornings at 10:15 a.m. at Temple Israel, 140 Central Ave, Lawrence until January 20th. This group is part of Connect to Care, an initiative funded by UJA-Federation of NY. For further information and to pre-register, please contact Talia Rapps, L.M.S.W. at 516-569-6733 x213.

Movement class for

special needs

The JCC of the Greater Five Towns offers “Movement with Mary Moshos,” a class for children with special needs ages 5 and up, designed to enhance interaction with the environment through work with music, bubbles, and various textures.  Wednesdays, 5:30-6:30pm at the JCC, 207 Grove Avenue, Cedarhurst.  12 sessions/$240.  Please call Sharona Arbeit at 516-569-6733 x218 for more information.

Parkinson’s Support Group

The JCC of the Greater Five Towns, located at 207 Grove Avenue in Cedarhurst, hosts every Tuesday a Parkinson’s Support Group from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. 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 x220.

Recession impact group

JCC OF THE GREATER FIVE TOWNS is sponsoring a support group for those affected by the recession. The group meets on Thursday mornings at 10:15 a.m. at Temple Israel, located at 140 Central Avenue in Lawrence. This group is part of the UJA-Federation’s Connect to Care initiative. For more information call Talia Rapps at 516-569-6733 x213.