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What's happening in East Meadow this week

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Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano and Connoisseur Media Long Island will host Long Island’s Largest Bingo Game on Saturday, June 18 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre in Eisenhower Park. Connoisseur Media consists of K-98.3, WALK 97.5, The New 103.1 MAX FM, 94.3 The Shark, and WHLI 1100/1370 AM.

Attendees can play 10 games for a chance to win over $30,000 in prizes, including a:

- Two-year lease on a 2015 Honda CR-Z EX CVT, courtesy of Huntington Hondan

-  $10,500 Deluxe Spa Package from AJ Spas

- Stone fire pit from Astro Masonry

-  Photo package from Camera Concierge

-  Trip to Sandals

- Diamond ring from Coin Gallery of Oyster Bay

- Carpeting/Flooring from Empire Today

- Ping Pong table, accessories and installation from Grimaldi’s

- Golf getaway in Killington, Vt.

This is event is free. Invitations can be obtained at Nassau County Parks and Connoisseur Media radio stations. Visit www.BingoLI.com for a complete list. Lakeside Theatre gates open at 3 p.m.

The Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre is located near parking fields 6 and 6A in Eisenhower Park.

Special accommodations are available for disabled patrons, including reserved parking, easily accessible restrooms, and a convenient reserved location on the hills.

A jazzy evening

He strides on stage with the energy of a rock star and brings his saxophone to hislips. Suddenly, you feel an incredible force pulling you towards him and the stage.Such is the seemingly magnetic ability of award-winning saxophonist Shenole Latimer, who will play at the East Meadow Public Library on Friday at 7:30 p.m. Register online for this Summer Performance Festival concert. Info: (516) 794-2570.

Come together

Join members of the Long Island Muslim Society and the community at large for the second annual interfaith youth program on Monday, June 20. Teens will have the chance to meet peers of all different faiths and learn about Islam, all while enjoying dinner. The program will be held at the mosque, at 475 East Meadow Ave., from 7 to 9 p.m. Wear loose-fitting, long shirts and pants; girls are requests to also wear a head scarf. Info: azoobear@gmail.com

Prizes galore

Take home prizes of all shapes and sizes from the East Meadow Mercy League Chinese Auction on Tuesday, June 21. The lunchtime festivities will kick off at noon at Jani, at 1175 Wantagh Ave., Wantagh. Admission costs $25. Info: (516) 551-0416.