The Week Ahead in Malverne and West Hempstead

Groundhog Day with Malverne Mel
Visit Chester A. Reese Veterans Memorial Park in Malverne for the village’s annual Groundhog Day with Malverne Mel, on Friday, Feb. 2, at 7 a.m. As part of the village’s tradition, Malverne Mel will predict and early spring or six more weeks of winter. Enjoy music by the Banjo Rascals, photos with Mel, a petting zoo, hot chocolate and donut holes. A light breakfast will be served immediately following at Crossroads Farm. Info: (516) 599-1200.

Musical exploration of Black History Month
The Lakeview Public Library will celebrate Black History Month with a special musical performance, on Saturday, Feb. 3, from 1 to 2 p.m. Victor Marshall, leader of the Marshall Hand & Drum Ensemble will take his audience on a musical exploration of the migration of African rhythmic influences throughout the U.S., spanning from the 15th century to the 21st century. Info: (516) 536-3071.

Chinese lettuce wraps
Celebrate the Chinese New Year with a delicious meal at the West Hempstead Public Library, on Thursday, Feb. 8, from 7 to 8 p.m. Prepare all the ingredients for these lettuce wraps, including pre-cooked chicken, and then enjoy with noodles and soy sauce. No cooking required. Info: (516) 481-6591.

Lunar New Year
Celebrating the Year of the Dog
Welcome in the Lunar New Year with a day of cultural activities for all ages, along with authentic Chinese food and craft workshops, Saturday, Feb 3, starting at 11 a.m. The event includes a martial arts demonstration, a performance by the New York Chinese Chorus, and Chinese Theatre Works’ “The Four Treasures” featuring excerpts of Chinese opera, dance and puppetry. Info: (516) 767-6444 or www.landmarkonmainstreet.org.

A Man for All Times
Take a vibrant, passionate journey through the 95 years of W.E.B. Du Bois’ tumultuous life and times, in a staging of “W.E.B. Du Bois: A Man for all Times. Wednesday, Feb. 7, at 11. a.m., at Nassau Community College. Brian Richardson takes on the role of the famed civil rights activist in this one-man show that recounts and reenacts the odyssey of Du Bois’ life. Info: (516) 572-7376.