Oct. 5 - 12

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‘Antique Roadshow’ in Elmont

Guests can get learn how valuable some of their antiques are at the Elmont Memorial Library on Oct. 7 at 2 p.m. Registration is only necessary if a guest has an item he or she wants appraised. There will be free appraisals for the first 40 registered patrons. For more information, call (516) 354-5280 ext. 1002.

ACT/SAT workshop at the library

The Lynbrook Huntington Learning Center will be at the Henry Waldinger Memorial Library on Oct. 10 at 6:30 p.m. to teach high school seniors and their parents the differences between the ACT and SAT exams. Registration is required with preference given to Valley Stream library cardholders. For more information, call (516) 825 -6422 or email hwmlcontact@hotmail.com.

‘Teen Read Week’ in Elmont

Teenagers are encouraged to write, tell and share their own stories at the Elmont Memorial Library from Oct. 8 through Oct. 14. They can also register for a prize and submit book reviews for a chance to win a coupon. For more information, call (516) 354- 5280 ext. 247 or email elmontteens@elmontlibrary.org.

Stirring sounds with the Shanghai Quartet

The acclaimed Shanghai Quartet visits Tilles Center for the Performing Arts with an-all Beethoven program, on Sunday, Oct. 8 , at 3 p.m. The program features Quartet No. 6 in B-flat, Op. 18/6, Quartet No. 11 in F minor, Op. 95 “Serioso” and Quartet No. 8 in e minor, Op. 59/2 “Razumovsky.” Renowned for their passionate musicality, impressive technique and multicultural innovations, the ensemble’s elegant style melds the delicacy of Eastern music with the emotional breadth of Western repertoire, allowing the musicians to traverse musical genres. Info: (800) 745-3000 or www.ticketmaster.com or www.tillescenter.org.

Cheers to the season

Enjoy some fall fun at Eisenhower Park’s Oktoberfest, Saturday through Monday, Oct. 7-9, 12-5 p.m. Varied activities for all include entertainment, traditional German foods, merchandise for sale, and much more. The performance lineup includes the John Weber Band on Saturday, the Johnny Koenig Band on Sunday, and the Austrian Boys Band, Sunday. Info: (516) 572-0200 or www.nassaucounty.gov/parks.