Blood drive. The library is hosting a blood drive in response to the recent blood shortage. The drive will take place on Friday, Jan. 27, from 2 to 7:30 p.m. To make an appointment or for more information, call the library's public relations office at (516) 794-2570 ext. 560.


Card making workshop. Jessica Franzen will be at the East Meadow Library on Friday, Feb. 3, at 12:30 p.m. to lead a workshop in card making. Materials fee is $7. Space is limited. For more information, call (516) 794-2570.


Book discussions. The library runs an evening book discussion group, which meets monthly at 7:30 p.m. For more information about the group, call Marcia Blackman at (516) 794-2570 ext. 236.


Chess. Every Thursday from 1 to 4 p.m., the Adult Chess Club meets at the library. All players are welcome to attend and play. Bring a board and chess set to the small conference room.

Support groups

Alzheimer's support. The Bristal Assisted Living, 40 Merrick Ave., hosts an Alzheimer's disease support group for caregivers every second Thursday from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Call Pat Kiley at


(516) 918-4009 to register.


Substance help. Alcoholics Anonymous meetings held Thursdays and Alanon meetings held Sundays in the school cafeteria of St. Barnabas Church in Bellmore. All meetings start at 7:30 p.m.


Infertility support. The East Meadow-based National Infertility Network Exchange (NINE) is now forming peer-led support groups. Topics include coping with infertility, medical procedures, male infertility, in-vitro fertilization, miscarriage, secondary infertility, adoption, and a child-free lifestyle. NINE is a national, non-profit organization for people and couples with impaired fertility and the professionals who serve them. In addition to support groups, NINE offers monthly educational meetings, professional referrals, newsletters, advocacy and talk lines. For more information, call (516) 794-5772.

Elementary Schools

Jan 27. Meadowbrook School Birthday Books and Ice Cream. McVey School Teacher/Staff Recognition Day. Parkway School Pride Day (Sports Jersey Number Day).


Jan 30. Special Education Parent Teacher Association general membership meeting at Meadowbrook School at 7:30 p.m.


Jan 31. Nassau Regional Parent Teacher Association Nominations and Elections Workshop.

Community Events

FD membership drive. The East Meadow Fire Department is now accepting applications for membership. The department is currently looking to fill positions as firefighter and medical technician. No training is required and successful candidates will be provided with instruction. For more information, call (516) 542-4565 or visit them on-line at www.eastmeadowfd.com.


Crisis counseling. The Long Island Crisis Center offers 24-hour/seven-day-a-week crisis intervention counseling. Anyone who is depressed, needs help in controlling teenagers or wants to beat an addiction is encouraged to call (516) 679-1111. Calls are free and anonymous.


Kiwanis meetings. The East Meadow Kiwanis, a chapter of the international charity organization, is always looking for new members. Those interested in joining are invited to come down to its meetings. The group meets every Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the Empress Diner, 2490 Hempstead Turnpike. The East Meadow Kiwanis is the largest Kiwanis chapter in the state.


Knights of pythias. The Knights of Pythias Alliance-East Meadow Lodge 774 is seeking new members to join its ranks. The Knights of Pythias is one of the most active fraternal organizations, chartered by the United States Congress. This non-sectarian organization serves the community through a number of altruistic endeavors, including food baskets for the needy, donations to charitable organizations, anti-drug programs, and a host of other activities. For more information, call Ed Winters at (516) 489-3797.


Calling all vets. East Meadow VFW Post 2736 is looking for new members. Those interested in joining should call Otto Jensen at (516) 785-3648 or Sal Pellegrino at 794-5036. Meetings are twice a month on the first and third Monday. They are held at Christ the King Church.


Support for moms. The Sunrise Mothers' Center, a member-run, non-sectarian, non-profit organization in Bellmore, is dedicated to supporting the needs and experiences of mothers. The center provides discussion groups wth child care on premises, active committee work, book groups, social activities for parents and children, and speakers on various topics. For more information, call (516) 781-8946, or visit the group's Web site at sunrisemothers.com.

High School

Jan 26. East Meadow Board of Education meeting at Salisbury at 8 p.m.


Jan 27. Regents Exams Center for Human Dignity at Salisbury at 1 p.m.


Jan 28. East Meadow High School PLUS Program at 9 a.m.


Jan 31. East Meadow High School and Woodland Middle School Jazz Concert at East Meadow High School at 7:30 p.m.

High School Sports

East Meadow School District varsity athletic teams will play the following home games this week.


Clarke Rams: Jan. 31, girls' basketball vs. Wantagh at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 1, boys basketball vs. Great Neck South at 7:30 p.m.


East Meadow Jets: Jan. 27, girls' basketball vs. Mac Arthur at 7 p.m. Jan. 27, girls' basketball vs. Port Washington at 7 p.m. Feb. 1, boys' basketball vs. Hempstead at 7 p.m. Feb. 3, boys' basketball vs.


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High School Sports

East Meadow School District varsity athletic teams will play the following home games this week.


Clarke Rams: Jan. 13, boys' basketball vs. Valley Stream North at 7:30 p.m. Jan. 14, girls' basketball vs. Hewlett at 10 a.m. Jan. 20, boys' vs. Glen Cove at 7:30 p.m.


East Meadow Jets: Jan. 14, boys' basketball vs. Kennedy Bellmore at 2 p.m. Jan. 17, girls' basketball vs. Elmont at 7 p.m. Jan. 20, boys' basketball vs. Elmont at 7 p.m.