Upcoming events in the area

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Village blesses the crèche

The Village of Island Park, including the mayor and trustees, will conduct its annual blessing of the crèche on Friday, Dec. 9 at 7 p.m. outside Village Hall. All are invited to attend and view the nativity scene as Christmas approaches.

Explore your Jewish memories

The Temple Avodah Sisterhood presents “Exploring Your Jewish Memories,” an evening of creative writing on Wednesday, Dec. 14, at 7:30 p.m. in the Atrium. Ellen Pickus, an award-winning writer and teacher, will be presenting this workshop. This event is open to all congregants. RSVP by Friday, Dec. 9 online at www.avodah.org. Contact sisterhood@avodah.org with questions.

Breakfast with Santa

Children will have the opportunity to celebrate the holidays early and have breakfast with Santa Claus at the Island Park Fire Department — at 440 Long Beach Rd. — on Sunday, Dec. 11 at 10 a.m.