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1. Walking With Whitman: The Walt Whitman Birthplace Association will present its latest installment in the Walking with Whitman: Poetry in Performance 2012 poetry series Saturday from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The evnt features Joseph Bruchac and Patti Tana. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at the door. Details 2. Rug Show: Enjoy an assortment of beautiful hand-dyed hooked rugs at the Presbyterian Church of Sweet Hollow in Melville on Saturday from 9:30 a.m to 4 p.m. The event features vendors, raffles and a 3-D hooking workshop. Admission $5. Children under 12 free. Details 3. Used Clothing …
1. Long Island Biennial Exhibition: The Heckscher Museum of Art and Cinema Arts Centre will present the Long Island Biennial 2012, a juried exhibition featuring work by artists and filmmakers of Nassau and Suffolk counties.  The exhibit runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the museum. Details 2. La Leche League: The not-for-profit La Leche League, dedicated to helping mothers breastfeed their babies, meets Thursday at the Halesite Fire Department. The 7 p.m. meeting is free and open to all women. Details 3. Tony Mottola Tribute Concert: Guitar Extravaganza Salute concert to honor guitar legend Tony…
1. Meet The Huntington School Board Candidates: The Huntington Parent Teachers Association Council is sponsoring a Meet the School Board Candidates Night Wednesday at 7 p.m. in the J. Taylor Finley Middle School LGI-auditorium. 2. Meet The S. Huntington School Board Candidates: Candidates for the South Huntington School Board will be on hand Wednesday at Walt Whitman High School for a 7:30 p.m. public forum. 3. Spring Pops Concert: The Five Towns College Concert Pops, conducted by Dean Karahalis, and the FTC chorus, directed by Jeffery Lipton, will present a spring concert at the Dix Hills …
1. Small Business Resource Seminar: Huntington Town Councilman Mark Mayoka, the Huntington Small Business Resource and Recovery Center and Long Island Development Corporation will present $how Me The Money at 8:30 p.m. Tuesday at Town Hall. The free seminar will focus on bank loans, micro loans, state targeted loans and alternate finacing for small businesses. 2. Diabetic-Friendly Food Drive: Suffolk County Legis. William Spencer will kick-off what he calls a Healthy Community Initiative with a food drive for diabetics Tuesday at the North Shore LIJ Huntington Hospital. Spencer said his goal …
 1. Huntington Choral Society: Hear the Brahms Requiem sung by the Huntington Choral Society celebrating their 50th anniversary at Huntington High School April 28 at 8 p.m. Admission is $20, students enter free. Details 2. Paramount Salute to Veterans: Long Island Military Veterans are welcome to a special free comedy showcase from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. Paramount officials say the show is to recognize the local military personnel for their contributions. Show features comedians Maria Walsh and Chris DiStefano. Veterans with military ID can pick up tickets at The Paramount Box Office, …
1. Book Signing: Huntington author and veteran financial advisor, Peter J. Klein, will be at the Book Revue at 7 p.m. to speak and sign copies of his book, "A Passion for Giving: Tools and Inspiration for Creating a Charitable Foundation." 2. School Board Meetings: The South Huntington BOE meets at 7:30 p.m. at the district office. The Huntington school board meets at 7:30 p.m. at Jack Abrams school. 3. High School Lacrosse: Tuesday's games: Kellenberg plays at St. Anthony's at 4:30 p.m. in boys lacrosse action and the William Floyd girls lacrosse team plays at Whitman at 4:45 p.m. 4. …
1. Huntington Electric Car Charging Station: The Town of Huntington will unveil at a press conference Monday a five-vehicle charging station for electric vehicles that commuters can use at the South Parking Garage at the Huntington Train Station. The project was funded through the Town’s Energy Efficiency Conservation Block Grant from federal stimulus funds and a grant from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, according to town officials.  2. Augustana: San Diego rock band, best known for their singles, "Boston" and "Sweet and Low" willtak ethe stage at the Paramount …
1. St. Anthony's Spring Musical: St. Anthony's High School will present "Pippin" Thursday through Saturday at 7 p.m. Admission is $10.  2. Townwide Fund 50th Anniversary Gala: The organization celebrates five decades of service with an evening of dance, food and fun. Celebrate Thursday at Oheka Castle from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. Open to the public. Admission $200. Details 3. Blue Devils Sports: Boys baseball against Eastport/S. Manor at 4 p.m.; girls softball against Westhampton at 4 p.m.; and girls lacrosse against Kings Park at 4 p.m. All games are at Huntington High School. 4. The Man Who Fell …
1. At The Library: The Posner Library Players of the Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County narrate and perform "Smoke and Mirrors: Delusion and Despair," a story of the indomitable creative forces of musicians, actors, artists and scholars fighting for their lives in a same concentration camp. Show begins at 7 p.m. at the Huntington Public Library Wednesday. Admission is free. Details 2. Disobedience: The Sousa Mendes Story: The film retells the true story of Aristides de Sousa Mendes, the Portuguese Consul General stationed in Bordeaux, France, during World War II. Mendes …
1. Huntington School Board: The Huntington school board meets at 7:30 p.m. at Jack Abrams school Monday. 2. Jim Abbott In Town: Former New York Yankees pitcher Jim Abbott will speak and sign his book, "Imperfect: An Improbable Life," at the Book Revue Monday at 7 p.m. 3. Did You Know? Each year, April 16 is known as National Stress Awareness Day. Started by the Health Resource Network in 1992 to raise awareness of stress, interestingly, the day of awareness falls one day before the federal income tax deadline in 2012. 4. Coraor Named Valedictorian: Congratulations to Juli Coraor, named …
1. Leadership Huntington Foundation 2012 Gala: Long Island’s first and only community leadership organization commemorates its 16th year and graduates its 275th alum Thursday at the Harbor Club in Huntington. Begins at 6 p.m. Admission $125. Details 2. Learn To Be Tobacco Free: The Suffolk County Office of Health Education will offer a smoking cessation program at the South Huntington Public Library at 6 p.m. Thursday. This series of 6 one-hour sessions will provide important information about the three aspects of nicotine dependence: physical, psychological and habitual. The emphasis is on …
1. Writers Workshop: Writers of all levels and genres are welcome to participate in this informal two-hour session geared towards refining and exploring each individual's talents. The Long Island Wroters Group workshop is free and open to the public. No reservations or sign up required. Just bring a pen, paper, and the willingness to create to the Book Revue at 7 p.m. Monday.  2. High School Sports: Walt Whitman Girls Track Invitational at 10 a.m.; Riverhead boys lacrosse plays at Walt Whitman at 11 a.m.; Harborfields at Huntington in girls softball at 4:30 p.m. 3. Ancient Order Of Hibernians…
1. Easter Cantana With Gracias Choir: This Cantata depicts how Jesus conquered death and resurrected to bring justification to all. Through choir pieces and a short depiction and message of the resurrection of Christ, the spirit of the season and holiday will be embedded into the hearts of all listeners. Sunday at the Mahanaim School at 5 p.m. Details 2. Easter Brunch at XO Restaurant: A La Carte Brunch or all you can drink Mimosa's and Bloody mary's plus a brunch entree for $24.95. Reservations needed: Call 631-549-7074. Begins at 11 a.m. Details 3. Honu Kitchen: Celebrate Easter with family…
1. Olympic Medalist Amanda Beard in Town: Athlete and author Amanda Beard will be at the Book Revue Thursday at 7 p.m. speaking about and signing her memoir, "In the Water They Can't See You Cry." In her candid and ultimately uplifting book, Beard reveals the truth about coming of age in the spotlight, the demons she battled along the way, and the newfound happiness that has proved to be her greatest victory. 2. North Shore Civil War Roundtable: Valerie Protopapas will discuss her theory regarding the involvement of Confederate Col. John Singleton Mosby in the assassination of President …
1. Library Elections: Area libraries hold annual budget votes and trustee elections Tuesday. Voting at the Huntington Public Library runs from 10 a.m. until 9 p.m. In South Huntington, voting takes place from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. More 2. Examining The Beatles : Join acclaimed Beatles scholar Scott Freiman for two live multimedia journeys: "Tomorrow Never Knows: Deconstructing The Beatles’ Revolver," at 7 p.m., and "A Trip Through Strawberry Fields," at 9 p.m. at the Cinema Arts Centre.  3. Readers' Choice: Who is the best tax preparer in Huntington? Weigh in and tell us who belongs in the poll …
1. Live Music At Huntington Social: Huntington Social presents live classic rock by Old School. Enjoy "unplugged-style" tunes from the 60's, 70's and beyond. Showtime: Friday at 10 p.m. Details 2. High School Play: The Huntington High School Drama Club presents the classic, "Little Women." Showtimes: Friday at 7:30 pm.; Saturday at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. $10 general admission; $5 students/staff/seniors. 3. Victor Cruz In Town: Meet New York Giants wide receiver, Victor Cruz at the Cow Over The Moon Toys and Memorabilia store in Huntington for an autograph signing from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. …
1. Dinner And A Psychic Reading: Get a pre-fixed dinner and a psychic reading at the XO Restaurant — Wine and Choclate Lounge from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Thursday. Details 2. Paramount Comedy Series: The Paramount Comedy Series continues at 8 p.m. Thursday with Rich Walker, Maria Walsh, Stevie G.B., Johnny Huff and Erik Rivera. Details 3. Health And Welness Fair: The fourth annual Health and Wellness Fair takes plave at Whitman High School Thursday from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Details  4. How To Deal With Difficult Feelings: A two-session seminar and discussion at the Old First Presbyterian Church of …
1. South Huntington School Board Meeting: The South Huntington School board meets Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. at Walt Whitman High School for a budget workshop session. 2. Marine Corps League Meeting: Huntington Detachmment 792 meets at VFW Post 9263, 319 Cuba Hill Rd. in Elwoodat 7:30 p.m. 3. Huntington Town Planning Board: The town planning board meets at 7:30 p.m. at Town Hall. 4. Education Committee Meeting: The Huntington Chamber of Commerce Education Committee will meet from 8:30-9:30 a.m. The Education Committee is committed to providing value-added programs for its membership and to …
1. Extended Budget Workshop: The Huntington School Board will meet at 7:30 p.m. on Monday in the Jack Abrams School auditorium for an extended budget workshop. 2. Monday's High School Sports: Kings Park plays at Huntington in baseball at 4 p.m.; St. Anthony's boys tennis travels to Whitman for a 4 p.m. match. 3. Reader's Choice: Huntington Patch is looking to unearth the best nail salon in town. Readers’ Choice is a new weekly feature where we ask you – our readers – to tell us your top picks. 4. Books and Babies: Parents and children share books, rhymes and quiet playtime together at the …
Voiceover Class: Think you have what it takes to make it in voiceovers?  Find out with this two-hour training class being given by voice actor David Kaplan in his working studio in Huntington at 8 p.m. Tuesday. Admission $50. Call for reservations: 917-807-9716. Townwide Fund's 'Third Tuesday' Business Networking Mixer: The Townwide Fund of Huntington is holding its March "Third Tuesday" business networking mixer and the kick-off for its annual charity golf outing at 6 p.m. Tuesday, at Prime Restaurant in Huntington. Admission is $15. Details Library Budget Information And Candidates Meeting…
 
 

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