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Thursday
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Cold Spring Harbor Hike
Hike the day away with the Long Island Greenbelt Trail Conference Dec. 22 on the Cold Spring Harbor Hill Loop at 10 a.m. One of the toughest hikes on Long Island, this 4.3-mile fast and hilly trail features breathtaking views of the harbor and many surprises from holiday elves who may have decorated some of the trees along the way. Not for beginners! Meet at the Nassau-Suffolk Greenbelt Trail Head on Harbor Road (Route 25A), in the unpaved parking lot adjacent to the library and bring water. Call George at 516-249-5041.

Jewish Connections
Jewish teens who have been to Hebrew school can connect and make friends through a new Hebrew High School Program being offered by The Chai Center, 501 Vaderbilt Parkway, Dix Hills, Thursday nights, 7-8:30 p.m. www.TheChaiCenter.com. 631-351-8672.

Friday
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Free SAT
The Sylvan Learning Center in Huntington will provide local high school students with a free diagnostic SAT Dec. 30, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Parents can contact Lisa Amaya at 631-424-5600 to reserve a seat.

Red Is For Passion
Love the color red and enjoy living it up? The Red Hat women are looking for new members who enjoy going places and making new friends. Their motto: Fun, Frolic and Friendship. 631-271-6470 or flarpp@yahoo.com.

Artists In The Attic
A fun evening of art is ready for the taking as the Artists in the Attic hosts an open house and holiday sale featuring live music by Serenade Duo Dec. 9, 6-8 p.m. on the second floor of the Yankee Peddler, 1038 New York Ave., Huntington Station. Refreshments will be served.

Saturday

New Year's Eve Meditation
Join Dipamkara Meditation Center for a special beginning to 2012. The practice of the Buddha of Compassion will set your spiritual intentions for the year. 9-10:30 p.m. snacks and refreshments; 10:30 p.m.-midnight brief talk to set an intention, Buddha of Compassion prayers and guided meditation. 282 New York Ave., Huntington. 631-549-1000.

Candy Canes And A Hike
Long Island Greenbelt Trail Conference hosts a 5.7-mile "Ho Ho Ho Hike" Dec. 24, 10 a.m. Candy canes for all! Hike along Stump Pond in Blydenburgh County Park. Meet at the Greenbelt office off the New Mill Road entrance to the park. Heavy rain may cancel. Call Bill at 631-514-9487.

Live Music
Live local bands take over Finley's of Greene Street, 43 Greene St., Huntington, every Saturday night at 11 p.m. Join in the fun and food!

Hunger Not On Holiday
Support the work of The Inn at "Art for Hunger's Sake" featuring Jen Chapin Jan. 7, noon-5 p.m. at Hofstra University's Student Center, featuring music, dance, drama, poetry, art, photography and crafts. $25 donation to attend the full day. Participants wanted, call 631-514-9142. www.the-inn.org.

Sunday
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Movie Screening
The Chai Center and Elwood Cinema present the movie "Young Abraham" at 1950 Jericho Tpke., East Northport, Dec. 25, 10 a.m. Admission is $2. RSVP required. 631-351-8672. www.thechaicenter.com, mail@thechaicenter.com.

Free Estate Planning For 9/11
In commemoration of the 10th anniversary of 9/11, Melville law firm Genser Dubow Genser & Cona (GDGC) is offering free estate plans for surviving family members through the end of the year. Spouses, parents and adult children will be eligible for free counseling and estate plans, including wills, powers of attorney, health care proxies and living wills through the end of the year. To schedule an appointment, contact Christina Pecoraro at 631-390-5000. www.genserlaw.com.

Memorial Set
A memorial honoring the life of Peggy Teufel will be held April 15, 2 p.m. at the Harborfields Public Library, 31 Broadway, Greenlawn. Teufel was instrumental in founding the library and its Friends organization, and many other charitable organizations, including the Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind, Townwide Fund of Huntington, Western Suffolk Girl Scout Council and Greenlawn-Centerport Historical Association. She died Dec. 13, 2011 at the age of 91.

Usdan Open House
Visit Usdan Center for the Creative and Performing Arts at its open house Nov. 20, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at 185 Colonial Springs Road, Wheatley Heights. Usdan Center features more than 40 programs in music, dance, theater, visual arts, creative writing, nature and ecology and chess. 631-643-7900. www.usdan.com.

Monday
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Athletic Workshops
The Town of Huntington Parks and Recreation Department will offer a series of athletic workshops during the winter recess at Coindre Hall on Dec. 28, 29 and 30, where children will receive specialized training by qualified coaches and instructors. Basketball will be offered from 9:30-11 a.m. for children in grades 1-3 and from 11:15 a.m.-1:15 p.m. for children in grades 4-6. Soccer will be offered from 1:30-3 p.m. for children in grades 1-3. The cost is $42-$47 with a Recreation ID card and $57- $63 without the card. Registration is currently under way at the Parks and Recreation Department, Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. or at the Dix Hills Ice Rink, Monday-Sunday, 8 a.m.-8 p.m., or register online at tohparks.com. 631-351-3089.

Writers' Workshop
Writers of all levels and genres are welcome to participate in a free, informal, two-hour writing workshop geared towards refining and exploring talent Nov. 14, 7-9 p.m. at Book Revue, 313 New York Ave., Huntington. Facilitated by members of the Long Island Writer's Guild, each workshop will include a writing exercise, volunteered presentations of individual work, and personalized college-level critiques of presented works. No RSVP required. 631-271-1442.

Tuesday
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Free Help For Vets
Long Island Cares dedicates every Tuesday afternoon from 12-4 p.m. to "Military Appreciation Tuesdays," specifically assisting veterans, military personnel and their families at the Hauppauge and Freeport emergency pantries. Appointments can be made by contacting jrosati@licares.org.

Wednesday
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Tips For Business Owners
Serious about growing your business? LeTip members are respected professionals who understand how to give and get tips to increase everyone's bottom line. Join them every Wednesday, 7-8:30 a.m. at their weekly morning networking meeting. For more information, contact Dave Muller, 631-831-1921. RSVP a must.

Power Breakfast
Join business professionals at BNI Executive Referral Exchange's breakfast networking meeting every Wednesday, 7-8:30 a.m. at the Dix Hills Diner, 1800 Jericho Turnpike, Dix Hills. 631-462-7446.

At The Libraries
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Cold Spring Harbor Library
95 Harbor Road, Cold Spring Harbor. 631-692-6820. cshlibrary.org.
" The Norman Rockwell Museum traveling exhibition "Over the Top: American Posters from World War I" is on display through Dec. 31. These original U.S. Treasury war bond posters used vivid imagery, iconic symbolism, and powerfully patriotic messages to rally citizens to buy bonds.

Commack Public Library
18 Hauppauge Road, Commack. 631-499-0888. commack.suffolk.lib.ny.us.
" This year, beat the winter doldrums by participating in the annual Adult Winter Reading Club - read five books and win a prize. Direct questions to Brian Bonelli at the Reference & Information Desk. Email: brian.bonelli@commackpubliclibrary.org.

Deer Park Public Library
44 Lake Ave., Deer Park. 631-586-3000. www.deerparklibrary.com.
" Make a chocolate holiday boot Sunday, Dec. 11, 1:30-3 p.m. $10 material fee.

Elwood Public Library
3027 Jericho Turnpike, Elwood. 631-499-3722. www.elwoodlibrary.org.
" Having trouble with e-mail? Want to learn how to use the Internet? Need personalized help? Call and make an appointment with an expert. Appointments available Mondays and Wednesdays at 7 p.m. and Tuesdays at 3 p.m.

Half Hollow Hills Community Library
Dix Hills: 55 Vanderbilt Parkway. 631-421-4530; Melville: 510 Sweet Hollow Road. 631-421-4535. hhhlibrary.org.
" Starflower Experiences hosts a Green Living Seminars at the Melville branch at 7 p.m. on the second Thursday of each month. Next up on Dec. 8: Who wants leftovers and mushrooms? - Your garden does!

Harborfields Public Library
31 Broadway, Greenlawn. 631-757-4200. harb.suffolk.lib.ny.us.
" Enjoy arias and a holiday music performance with Capitol Heights Lyric Opera Holiday on Sunday, Dec. 11, 2 p.m.

Huntington Public Library
Main Branch: 338 Main St., Huntington. 631-427-5165. Station Branch: 1335 New York Ave., Huntington Station. 631-421-5053. hpl.suffolk.lib.ny.us.
" Artist Michael Fairchild presents "Wanderlust, the Quest for Images of Beauty" in the Main Street gallery through Jan. 3. A freelance photographer since 1970, he has traveled the world photographing people, wildlife, nature and architecture.

Northport-East Northport Public Library
Northport: 151 Laurel Ave. 631-261-6930. East Northport: 185 Larkfield Road. 631-261-2313. www.nenpl.org.
" In his new book "Peripheral Vision: Irregular Essays from Public Radio," David Bouchier brings humor and insight to the oddities and puzzles of everyday life. He will speak about and sign the book Sunday, Dec. 11, 2 p.m. in Northport.

South Huntington Public Library
145 Pidgeon Hill Road, Huntington Station. 631-549-4411. www.shpl.info.
" The Greenlawn American Legion and the library are sponsoring a flag drop-off program so old flags can be retired and destroyed according to recommendations from the National Flag Foundation. When the library is open, look for the U.S. mailbox with the custom paint job in the lobby until Dec. 31.
" Are you age 50 or above and want to save money on your auto insurance? Sign up for a one-day class Wednesday, Dec. 14, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., and learn to be a better, safer driver. South Huntington cardholders can register online, by phone or at the Circulation Desk. $12 fee for AARP members/$14 non-members.

Theater/Film
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Cinema Arts Centre
423 Park Ave., Huntington. www.cinemaartscentre.org. 631-423-7611.
" On Monday and Wednesday, Dec. 26 and 28 at noon, watch the San Francisco Ballet's "The Nutcracker." And on Tuesday and Friday, Dec. 27 and 30 at noon, the Birmingham Royal Ballet's "Cinderella" comes to life on the screen.
" For New Year's Eve, choose from three films, including "The Dangerous Method" beginning at 9:10 p.m., "Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy" beginning at 8:45 p.m. and a third film yet to have been announced. The screenings will be preceded by a serving of light gourmet foods from 7:30-8:40 p.m. and movies will be followed by a reception, including a champagne toast at midnight. $30 non-members/$25 members.

Dix Hills Performing Arts Center
Five Towns College, 305 N. Service Road, Dix Hills. Box Office: 631-656-2148. www.dhpac.org.
" Performances at the center return on Jan. 21 with The Black Tie Affair Orchestra and Tom Manuel's "Tribute to the Big Bands." At 7:30 p.m. $30, $25, $20.

John W. Engeman Theater At Northport
350 Main St., Northport. www.johnwengemantheater.com. 631-261-2900.
" Ring in the holidays with "A Wonderful Life."
" Go on a journey with "Frosty" as part of the Youth Theater Series.

Star Playhouse
At the Suffolk Y JCC, 74 Hauppauge Road, Commack. 631-462-9800 ext. 136. www.starplayhouse.com.

The Minstrel Players of Northport
At Houghton Hall - Trinity Episcopal Church, 130 Main St., Northport Village. 631-732-2926. www.minstrelplayers.org.

Tilles Center For The Performing Arts
On the C.W. Post Campus of Long Island University, 720 Northern Blvd., Brookville. www.tillescenter.org. 516-299-3100.
" Join the Long Island Philharmonic for the Annual New Year's Eve Spectacular Saturday, Dec. 31, 7:30 p.m. $87, $72, $57.

Casting Calls
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I Knew That Word
Cast is sought by Star Playhouse at the Suffolk Y Jewish Community Center, 74 Hauppauge Rd., Commack for its March 2012 production of "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee" on Tuesday, Dec 13 and Wednesday, Dec. 14 at 7 p.m. Prepare at least 16 bars of music and bring sheet music. Come prepared to move. All roles open. Performance dates are Saturday evenings, March 10 and 24 at 8 p.m. and Sunday afternoons, March 11, 18 and 25 at 2 p.m. For directions or questions, call Lynn at Star Playhouse 631-462-9800 or www.starplayhouse.com.

One Act Festival
Minstrel Players of Northport now accepting submissions for its one act play festival in July 2012. Plays should be completely original, 10-30 pages and no longer than 30 minutes. No musicals. Ten characters max, please, with minimal staging. Submissions must be emailed in Word format by Jan. 15. 631-732-2926 or ray@minstrelplayers.org.

Dance The Day Away
The Blue Spruce Cloggers Dance Company seeks dancers for shows on Long Island. Any dance background is OK, but clog, tap or Irish step is preferred. Contact Arno at 631-476-1228 or e-mail Sayoda@aol.com.

Museums/Exhibits
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Alfred Van Loen Gallery
145 Pidgeon Hill Road. Huntington Station. 631-549-4411
Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri. 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Wed. 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 1-6 p.m.

Art League of Long Island
107 East Deer Park Road, Dix Hills. Gallery hours: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. weekdays; 11 a.m.-4 p.m. weekends. 631-462-5400. www.ArtLeagueLI.net.
" "Selected Works by the Art League Faculty" will be on view in the lower level of the Jeanie Tengelsen Gallery, while "Sculptors from the Stone and Wood Carving Programs of Thom Janusz" will occupy the upper level in a joint exhibition titled "Double Vision," opening Saturday, Dec. 10, and continuing through the holiday season to Jan. 8.

b.j. spoke gallery
299 Main St., Huntington. Gallery hours: Monday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., until 9 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. 631-549-5106. www.bjspokegallery.com.
" Through Jan. 29, it's time again for a "Sell-a-bration" of fine art: paintings, photography, sculpture and crafts filling the galleries from floor to ceiling. Original art sold right off the walls.

Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery
1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor. Open seven days a week, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday and Sundays until 6 p.m.: $6 adults; $4 children 3-12 and seniors over 65; members and children under 3 are free. 516-692-6768. www.cshfha.org
" Features New York State's largest collection of freshwater fish, reptiles and amphibians housed in two aquarium buildings and eight outdoor ponds.
" Santa will be touring the grounds and available for photos on Dec. 17, 4:30-8 p.m. Catch the tree lighting that same day at 7 p.m. During December, the classroom will be open for visitors to create their own holiday ornament which will be displayed on the hatchery's tree.
" Dec. 26-30, enjoy a tour of the hatchery at 11 a.m.; animal presentations at 2 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday and Friday; and fish-feeding demonstrations at 1, 2 and 3 p.m. on Wednesday and Thursday.

Cold Spring Harbor Whaling Museum
Main Street, Cold Spring Harbor. Museum hours: Tuesday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. $4 adults, $3 seniors, $3 students 5 -18, family $12; military and children under 5 are free. 631-367-3418. www.cshwhalingmuseum.org.
" A new exhibit, "Right Whales: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow," is on display until Labor Day 2012. Thought to be on the brink of extinction, right whales are among the rarest animals on earth.

fotofoto Gallery
14 W. Carver St., Huntington. Gallery hours: Friday 5-8 p.m., Saturday 12-8 p.m., Sunday 12-4 p.m. 631-549-0448. www.fotofotogallery.com.
" The National Competition will be on display through Jan. 1.

Heckscher Museum Of Art
2 Prime Ave., Huntington. Museum hours: Wednesday - Friday from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., first Fridays from 4-8:30 p.m., Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission $6-8/adults, $4-6/seniors, and $4-5/children; members and children under 10 free. 631-351-3250.
" Running through Jan. 8, "Ripped: The Allure of Collage," explores the highly expressive medium that emerged during the 20th century. The show will feature works by modern and contemporary artists with the goal of presenting outstanding examples of collage.

Huntington Arts Council
Main Street Petite Gallery: 213 Main St., Huntington. Gallery hours: Monday - Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Art in the Art-trium: 25 Melville Park Road, Melville. Gallery Hours: Monday - Friday 7 a.m.-7 p.m. 631-271-8423. www.huntingtonarts.org.
" The third annual still life show, "Still Life with a Twist," opens at the Main Street Petite Gallery Dec. 9 and runs through Jan. 30.
" A new exhibit, "7 Painters & 7 Sculptors," takes residence at the Art-trium Gallery through Jan. 30.

Huntington Historical Society
Main office/library: 209 Main St., Huntington. Museums: Conklin House, 2 High St.; Kissam
House/Museum Shop, 434 Park Ave.; Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Building, 228 Main St. 631-427-7045, ext. 401. www.huntingtonhistoricalsociety.org.
" Learn about the Town of Huntington's role in the Civil War in an exhibit at the Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Building.
" The 2011 Historic Holiday House Tour Sunday, Dec. 4, 12-4 p.m., will pick up the theme of the current exhibit at the Conklin Museum Gallery, "All Things Conklin," with the inclusion of one of the earlier Conklin houses on West Neck Road. The five private homes on the tour range in age from the late 18th century to the early 20th century and represent different periods of the town's history and architectural styles. Houses built by and lived in by other historical Huntington families, including the family of Warren Buffett, will be on tour.

LaMantia Gallery
127 Main St., Northport Village. 631-754-8414. www.lamantiagallery.com.
" The gallery welcomes back Edward Gordon and introduces Daniel Del Orfano.

Northport Historical Society Museum
215 Main St., Northport. Museum hours: Tuesday - Sunday, 1-4:30 p.m. 631-757-9859. www.northporthistorical.org.
" Reservations are now being accepted for Northport Historical Society's traditional holiday house tour, scheduled for Sunday, Dec. 11, noon to 4 p.m. This year's tour features the elaborate home built in 1895 for the son of one of the founders of the Edward Thompson Law Book Company. A 1959 home that was redesigned in 1997 to enhance a style of life and its proximity to the water will also delight tour-goers with its magnificent water views and holiday decorations.

Ripe Art Gallery
67 Broadway, Greenlawn. 631-807-5296. Gallery hours: Tuesday - Thursday 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Friday 2-9 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. www.ripeartgal.com.
" On view until Jan. 7 is a collection of linocuts and paintings by Michael Krasowitz, a Huntington-based painter and printmaker. Opening reception Saturday, Dec. 10, 4-7 p.m.

SPLIA
Headquarters: 161 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor. Joseph Lloyd Manor House: Lloyd Lane and Lloyd Harbor Road, Lloyd Neck. 631-692-4664. www.splia.org.

Suffolk Y JCC
74 Hauppauge Road, Commack. 631-462-9800, ext. 140. Tuesday 1-4 p.m. Admission: $5 per person, $18 per family. Special group programs available. www.suffolkyjcc.org.
" The Alan & Helene Rosenberg Jewish Discovery Museum provides hands-on exhibits and programs for children 3-13 years old and their families, classes and camps. Now on exhibit: The Alef Bet of Being a Mensch. "Zye a mensch" is a Yiddish saying that means "be a decent, responsible, caring person," infusing both the best blessing and the best that an educator can wish for his students.

Vanderbilt Museum and Planetarium
180 Little Neck Road, Centerport. Museum hours: Tuesday-Friday, 12-4 p.m., Saturdays, Sundays and holidays, 12-5 p.m.; closed Mondays except for holiday weeks. Grounds admission: $7 adults, $6 seniors, students, and $3 children under 12. Museum tour, add $5 per person. 631-854-5555. www.vanderbiltmuseum.org.
" The Spanish-Revival style Vanderbilt Mansion, dressed in its holiday finery, is open for guided daytime tours throughout December on Tuesdays, Saturdays and Sundays from 12-4 p.m. The popular twilight tours of the decorated mansion will be given Dec. 27-30, 7-9 p.m. Admission is $10 for adults, $9 for students and seniors (62 and older), and $5 for children 12 and under.
" The Arena Players Repertory Theater presents "Murder at the Howard Johnson's," opens Friday, Dec. 9 and runs through Dec. 31. In this light and funny suspense comedy by Ron Clark and Sam Bobrick - about a love triangle in a Howard Johnson's Motor Inn - all is fair in love, even murder. Performances are 8 p.m. Friday ($20) and Saturday ($25), 3 p.m. Sunday ($20).
" Toast the new year with the Arena Players on Dec. 31 with a 9 p.m. performance with wine, champagne, coffee and pastries. $60. Special deal: Buy one ticket, get the second ticket for 50 percent off.

Walt Whitman Birthplace
246 Old Walt Whitman Road, Huntington Station. Hours: Wednesday-Friday, 1-4 p.m.; Saturdays and Sundays, 11 a.m.- 4 p.m. Admission: $5 adults, $4 seniors/students, and children under 5 are free. 631-427-5240. www.waltwhitman.org.

Music
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The Paramount
370 New York Ave., Huntington. 631-673-7300. www.paramountny.com. All shows begin at 8 p.m.
" The Paramount Comedy Series returns with the Ha Ha Holiday Comedy Showcase Friday, Dec. 23 featuring Michael Somerville (VH1, Comedy Central), Maria Walsh ("America's Naughtiest Mommy") and Paul Bond (MTV, Comedy Central). Hosted by Paul Anthony of the Long Island Comedy Festival. $15.
" The "Rocking New Year's Eve" celebration features former NBA player Dennis Rodman and radio personality Vic Latino, hosted by Party 105.3 FM's Goldapper and Greg Pranzo. Headlining is Mia Martina, who will perform her smash hit "Stereo Love." Doors open at 8 p.m., with an open bar from 9 p.m.-12 a.m. and a champagne toast at midnight. $60-$120.

Ridotto, Concerts with a Touch of Theatre
St. John's Church, Main and Prospect streets, Huntington. 631-385-0373. www.Ridotto.org.
" "Musick for a Cynical Age" is a work from 1611 England. Performed by My Lord Chamberlain's Consort - lutes, harp cittern, voices and subtle theatricals - on Sunday, Jan. 1, 4 p.m. Tickets $20, $18 (seniors), $15 (members) and $10 (students).At Old First Church, Route 25A in Huntington. 631-385-0373. www.Ridotto.org.

Steinway Used Piano Gallery
505 Walt Whitman Road, Melville. Gallery hours: Wednesday-Thursday noon-8 p.m.; Friday 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday noon-5 p.m. Closed Monday and Tuesday. 631-424-0525. www.usedpianogallery.com.

Meetings
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Harborfields BOE
The Harborfields Central School District Board of Education will hold a special meeting on Feb. 3 in the board room, Oldfield Middle School, 2 Oldfield Road, Greenlawn at 8 p.m., when the board will go into executive session.

Donations
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Town Hall
100 Main St., Huntington
Councilwoman Glenda Jackson, 631-351-3174, gjackson@town.huntington.ny.us.
Residents can drop off non-perishable foods at a bin in the main lobby through Jan. 30, 2011. Items such as juice boxes, children snacks and cereals, one-dish meals, spaghetti sauce, tuna fish, canned corn, peanut butter and jelly, and toiletries including shampoo, toothpaste, toilet paper and paper towels will graciously be accepted.

Huntington Community Food Council
90 East 5th Street, Huntington Station
10 am-12 noon, weekdays
631-351-1060

Resurrection House
1650 Straight Path, Wheatley Heights
631-491-3954
New clothing for children and adults, especially hats/gloves/scarves; proceeds of food drives

Family Service League
790 Park Ave., Huntington
Noreen Fremed, 631-427-3700 ext. 282, nfremed@fsl-li.org
New and gently used clothing, proceeds of coat drives, personal hygiene products

Gerald Ryan Outreach Center
1434 Straight Path, Wyandanch
Noelle Campbell, 631-643-7591, ryanoutreach@optonline.net
Proceeds of food drives, individual food baskets. Conducts an Adopt-a-Family program.

Copenhagen Bakery
75 Woodbine Ave.
Northport NY 11768
631-754-3256

Every Child's Dream
Ken Mangan: 631-365-6320
Offices of Suffolk Legislators:
Lou D'Amaro (130 West Jericho Turnpike, Huntington Station)
Jon Cooper (50 Gerard Street, Suite 100, Huntington)
Steven Stern (1842 East Jericho Turnpike, Suite P, Huntington)

Social/Support Groups
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Nicotine AnonymousNicotine Anonymous
Trying to quit smoking, dipping or chewing tobacco? You don't have to do it alone. Nicotine Anonymous - Ann's Hope, a free 12-step program of recovery, meets every Wednesday, 7:30-8:30 p.m. at Huntington Hospital. New members welcome at any time, but meetings on the third Wednesday of each month feature a special welcome.

Eating Disorders Support Group
Huntington Hospital hosts a confidential, professionally-led support group open to people with eating disorders, their families and friends on the first Sunday of each month, 10-11:30 a.m. in the One-South Conference Room.

Sociable Singles
The Singles Division of the Y JCC hosts weekly discussions for singles over the age of 55 on the first and third Thursdays of each month, 3-5 p.m. Free for members, $4 for non-members. 631-462-9800.

Jewish Dating
The Dix Hills Chai Center is offering to help Jewish singles who are tired of Internet dating and the bar scene find their soul mates. In a personalized and confidential environment, thoughtful matches will be arranged. Visit www.thechaicenter.com or call 631-351-8672.

Women In Transition
Experiencing a loss or life-changing event? Meet other women and discover your inner resilience. Group meeting Thursdays from 7-8:30 p.m. in Centerport. 631-242-6133.

Women's Cancer Support Group
The Suffolk Y JCC, located at 74 Hauppauge Road, Commack, is offering an ongoing support group for women dealing with the trauma of breast and ovarian cancer. The group meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of every month at 7:15 p.m. Crisis counseling available. Free. 631-462-9800, ext. 129.


Trying to quit smoking, dipping or chewing tobacco? You don't have to do it alone. Nicotine Anonymous - Ann's Hope, a free 12-step program of recovery, meets every Wednesday, 7:30-8:30 p.m. at Huntington Hospital. New members welcome at any time, but meetings on the third Wednesday of each month feature a special welcome.

Eating Disorders Support Group
Huntington Hospital hosts a confidential, professionally-led support group open to people with eating disorders, their families and friends on the first Sunday of each month, 10-11:30 a.m. in the One-South Conference Room.

Sociable Singles
The Singles Division of the Y JCC hosts weekly discussions for singles over the age of 55 on the first and third Thursdays of each month, 3-5 p.m. Free for members, $4 for non-members. 631-462-9800.

Jewish Dating
The Dix Hills Chai Center is offering to help Jewish singles who are tired of Internet dating and the bar scene find their soul mates. In a personalized and confidential environment, thoughtful matches will be arranged. Visit www.thechaicenter.com or call 631-351-8672.

Women In Transition
Experiencing a loss or life-changing event? Meet other women and discover your inner resilience. Group meeting Thursdays from 7-8:30 p.m. in Centerport. 631-242-6133.

Women's Cancer Support Group
The Suffolk Y JCC, located at 74 Hauppauge Road, Commack, is offering an ongoing support group for women dealing with the trauma of breast and ovarian cancer. The group meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of every month at 7:15 p.m. Crisis counseling available. Free. 631-462-9800, ext. 129.

Volunteer
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Time For Meals On Wheels
Meals On Wheels of Huntington is in need of men and women to be volunteers, who work in teams, delivering midday meals to shut-ins. Two hours required, one day a week. Substitutes also needed to fill in when regular drivers are unavailable. There is also a pressing need for nurses who can volunteer to screen potential clients. Times are flexible.
631-271-5150.

Nursing/Rehab Center Needs Help
Our Lady of Consolation, a 450-bed nursing and rehabilitative care center located at 111 Beach Drive in West Islip, is seeking compassionate individuals willing to volunteer their time as transporters, Eucharistic Ministers, office assistants, recreational therapy assistants and spiritual care companions. Volunteers needed seven days a week, days and evenings. Age 14 and older only. 631-587-1600, ext. 8223 or 8228.

Be A Day Care Provider
Little Flower Day Care Network is recruiting for those interested in becoming registered NYS Child Day Car providers. Must be 18 years or older. Call 631-929-600 ext. 1239 to arrange for an appointment in your home with a day care social worker.

Voice For The Children
Parents for Megan's Law and the Crime Victims Center are seeking volunteers to assist with general office duties during daytime hours. Candidates should be positive, energetic and professional with good communication skills. Resume and three references required. 631-689-2672 or fax resume to 631-751-1695.

Helping Furry Friends
Little Shelter Animal Rescue and Adoption Center is looking for volunteers who want to make a difference in the lives of companion animals. In addition to volunteering to be hands on with our cats and dogs, there are other opportunities available in the offices, at events, satellite adoption locations and fundraisers. Visit www.littleshelter.com or contact Anne Ryan, anne@littleshelter.com, 631-368-8770 ext. 204.

A Loving Touch
The Hospice Care Network is seeking licensed massage therapists who are passionate and committed to making a difference for their new complementary therapy program, which will provide services at Franklin Medical Center in Valley Stream, Peninsula Hospital Center in Far Rockaway and the Hospice Inn in Melville. Two-day training course provided by the organization. ependleton@hospicecarenetwork.org or 516-832-7100.

Seeking Volunteer Advocates
The Family Service League's Ombudservice Program of Suffolk County is seeking volunteers to train as advocates for nursing home, adult home and assisted living facility residents to help insure they receive quality care and their rights are protected. 631-427-3700 ext. 240.

Hands-On History
The Huntington Historical Society is seeking volunteers to work in the newly restored Museum Shop and serve as Museum Guides giving tours of historic property. No experience necessary; training is provided. 631-427-7045 ext. 403.

Thrifty Hands Needed
Huntington Hospital Auxiliary's Community Thrift Shop needs volunteers for merchandise pricing and floor work on Monday afternoons, Tuesday and Thursday mornings. 631-271-3143.

Eyes For The Blind
Suffolk County's Helen Keller Services is looking for volunteers to visit blind who are home-bound to socialize and aid in reading mail, possibly provide transportation. 631-424-0022.

Seniors Helping Others
The Retired Senior Volunteer Program offers volunteer opportunities throughout Suffolk County ranging from tour guides and soup kitchens to hospitals and mentoring for energized adults 55+. Training, travel reimbursement and liability insurance are included. 631-979-075

 
 
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