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      The following is a list of public meetings and special events for the coming week. Readers should know that meetings are subject to change without notice. THURSDAY, September 25 •Scrabble: 12:15 to 3:15 p.m., Plainedge Public Library, 1060 Hicksville Rd., Massapequa. For further info...
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NMFD to hold blood drive on Oct. 1
      shortage across Long Island, North Massapequa Fire Department Chief Sean K. Abrams is urging residents to participate in the Department's semi-annual blood drive scheduled for Wed., Oct. 1, 3:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the North Massapequa Fire Department's Headquarters, 1000 Broadway in North Massapequa ...
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Sixth Homeowners cleanup scheduled for Sept. 27
      The sixth of eight Homeowners Cleanup programs for Oyster Bay Town residents will take place on Sat., Sept. 27, according to Town Councilman Joe Muscarella. Residents only (no businesses) in the Town's Solid Waste Disposal District may take unwanted rubbish to the Town's Solid Waste Disposal Comp...
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Adopt a Shelter Dog weekend at Bideawee Oct. 4
      Bideawee, one of the nation's oldest human organizations, invites you to its Adopt a Shelter Dog celebration on the weekend of Oct. 4 and 5, taking place in the organization's Wantagh, Westhampton and Manhattan Adoption centers.
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Harvest fair Sept. 27
      Presbyterian Church of Massapequa, 150 Pittsburg Ave., off Broadway, will be holding a harvest fair to be held Sat. Sept. 27, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be old and new treasures, crafts, vendors, baked goods, kids corner and refreshments. The fair will be held rain or shine.
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SEPTA offers tickets for Simon evening of giving shopping event
      Massapequa Special Education Parent Teacher Association (SEPTA) is offering the public a chance to purchase tickets for the Simon Evening of Giving, an annual private shopping and entertainment event that raises funds for local, regional and national charities.
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NACEC health fair
      The North Amityville Community Economic Council., Inc., (NACEC) will be holding Health Fair 2008 - Prevention and education - Better than a Cure, Sat., Sept., 27, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Bolden Mack Park, Great Neck Road, Amityville.
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Church of the Nazarene celebrates its centenial
      On Oct. 5, the Massapequa Park Church of the Nazarene will join with 18,000 other Nazarene churches in 151 world areas to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Church of the Nazarene. The congregation is excited to celebrate with its Nazarene family around the world. The community...
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"Our Kids, Our Community, Our Problem" Be informed about teen drug use
      A dramatic increase in drug use among teens and recent deaths from heroin overdoses in our area highlight the need for greater education, understanding, and vigilant attention among parents, teens, and everyone concerned. On Tues., Sept. 30, 7 p.m.
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Free touch typing and computer class offered
      The North Amityville Taxpayers Association (NATA) will be offering to the public a free touch typing and computer 101 class for eight consecutive weeks, beginning Sat. Oct. 4 and ending Sat., Nov. 22. The typing course will introduce you to touch typing and will allow self-directed progression th...
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Senior Flu Vaccination Program
      Flu shots will be dispensed in cooperation with Nassau University Medical Center, Nassau County Department of Senior Citizen Affairs and New Island Hospital. There is no out-of-pocket expense to seniors. Nassau County reserves the right to cancel or amend this program depending on vaccine availabi...
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Free food for those in need
      The Commodity Supplemental Food Program/FAN (funded by USDA, NYSDOH) is offering free food for seniors age 60 and over who meet the income guidelines. Each month income eligible seniors can receive a food package which includes cheese, milk, starches, cereals, juices, canned fruits, vegetables, fi...
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Become a foster grandparent
      Children in Nassau County need Foster Grandparents. If you are age 60 or older, love children, and have the time to volunteer, you can receive a non-reportable stipend, transportation reimbursement, paid holidays, sick days and vacation days. For more information, all the Nassau County Department ...
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McKenna hosting Harvest Fair this weekend
      McKenna Elementary School's sixth grade class will be hosting a harvest fair on Sat.,Sept. 27, and Sun. Sept. 28, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The school is located at Second Avenue and Spruce Street, Massapequa. There will be many fall plants for sale along with baked goods and fall decorations at reasonabl...
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Grace Episcopal to hold Harvest Fair Sept 27
      Grace Episcopal Church will be holding a harvest fair, Sat., Sept. 27, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Church is located at Merrick Road and Cedar Shore Drive, Massapequa. There will be a farmer's market, baked goods, crafts, gifts, luncheon, childrens' games, yard sale, raffles, Chinese auction and book n...
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AAUW conducting membership drive
      The Massapequa Area Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) will hold its annual membership tea, Sat., Sept. 27, 2 p.m. at the Massapequa Public Library, 40 Harbor Ln., Massapequa Park.
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