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At the Great Neck Senior Community Center, any Friday you will find relaxation with Tea Time at 10 am; Line Dancing at 10:30; and Music and Song at 12:45 p.m. All of this is free. Lunch is available at noon for a small requested donation. Try it. You'll like it. The Senior Center is at 80 Grace Ave. Call 487-0025 to make a reservation for lunch. Meetings are held every Friday from 8 to 9 a.m. at the North Shore Towers Restaurant, 272-48 Grand Central Pky. (behind LIJ-North Shore Hospital). To attend as guest or as speaker call 424-4449. Board of Commissioners will conduct a public business meeting every Friday at 11:45 a.m. If Friday should be a public holiday, the meeting will be held on Thursday at 11:45 a.m. Meetings held at Belgrave, 34-01 255th St., Little Neck. Call 487-2759. Film: The Great Debaters, 2008, rated PG-13, runs 123 minutes. Starring Denzel Washington and Forest Whitaker. 8 p.m. Park card required for admission. Discussion Group: Socrates Salon. What's Fair? What does fairness mean to you? What is the role of fairness in personal relationships, and in achieving greater justice in our society? Hosted by Ron and Bea Gross. 3 p.m. in the Community Room of the Main Library.

•Empire Safety Council Defensive Driving Course. 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. GN House. To sign up or for more information call 482-0355.

•Film: The Great Debaters, 2008, rated PG-13, runs 123 minutes. Starring Denzel Washington and Forest Whitaker. 5 and 8 p.m. Park card required for admission.

"Reform Judaism Now and in the Future." Nat Silver and Claude Springer. 3 p.m. at Temple Isaiah, 1 Chelsea Pl. Call 487-5373.

•Sunday @ 3 Series. Concert/lecture: Greg Wilder presents Sinatra. 3 p.m. GN House. Admission with park card.

•Film: The Great Debaters, 2008, rated PG-13, runs 123 minutes. Starring Denzel Washington and Forest Whitaker. 7:30 p.m. Park card required for admission.

Weight Watchers hold meetings at senior living community Atria Great Neck, 51 Great Neck Rd., every Monday. The meeting begins at 12:30 p.m. Weigh-ins begin at 11:30 a.m. If you are interested in learning more, call 829-4100. Also on Wednesday at 6 p.m. Meets every Monday (except school holidays) from 7:45 to 9 p.m. in the Community Room of St. Paul's Church, Grace Ave. at Gilchrest Rd. Boys at least 10 and one half years old or in the 6th grade are invited to join. Attend a meeting or call Scoutmaster Dwight Rosenstein 482-3603 or e-mail djrosenstein@pol.net .Visit www.troop10greatneck.com. JOFA (The Jewish Orthodox Feminist Alliance) is launching Ta Shma: Come and Learn, a groundbreaking series of halakhic source guides presenting an in-depth look at topics that affect women's obligation and involvement in ritual life. The subjects of the first two source guides, "May Women Touch a Torah Scroll?" and "Women's Obligation in Kiddush of Shabbat," will be the basis for discussion groups led by Devorah Zlochower and Rahel Berkovits, the writers and editors of the series. 8 p.m. at the Great Neck Synagogue. For information contact Julie at 212-679-7812 or visit www.jofa.org. (Retired Executives and Professionals). Meets each Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., except when schools are closed, at the Cumberland School, 30 Cumberland Ave. You are invited to come for stimulating and informative discussions and programs. Call 773-1713. 11 a.m. program: "The Aschcan School of Painting" presented by Miriam Burmer, artist and lecturer at the Queens Museum of Art. The Board of Commissioners of the Manhasset-Lakeville Fire and Water Districts will meet each Tuesday and Thursday at 6 p.m. in the evening to discuss the weekly business of the district. Meetings will be open to the public at 6 p.m., the end of the meeting will be held for administrative purposes. In addition, the board will meet with the Chiefs of the Manhasset-Lakeville First District on Thursdays of the month during public meeting hours. All meetings will be conducted in the boardroom at the district office, 170 East Shore Rd., Great Neck, unless otherwise publicly notified. The regular office hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The board is available on a daily basis to respond to concern, questions and issues of e district residents pertaining to fire district matters. Special arrangement or appointments can be made through Barbara Pisani at 466-4416, ext. 704. Elks Lodge #1458 meeting at 8 p.m. at the Elks Club, 30 Haven Ave., Port Washington, on the first and third Tuesday of each month. Formerly GN/PW Elks Lodge $1543. Caring for someone with Dementia is extremely challenging. Family members and friends of those with Dementia can get support for the difficulties they face everyday. Held on the first and third Tuesday of every month from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at the Great Neck Senior Center, 80 Grace Ave. Call Gail Busillo, CSW. Call 562-3362. Luncheon meeting at 12:30 p.m. at Trobiano's Restaurant, 218 Middle Neck Rd. Parking available in rear. The cost of luncheon is $20 for members; $25 for nonmembers. The guest speaker will be Peter B. Skelos, Associate Justice, Appellate Division 2nd Dept. Contact Lisa Petrocelli 571-2870 or via e-mail at LPETROCE@COURTS.STATE.NY.US. Board of Commissioners work session meeting. 9 a.m. at the Park District Office, 5 Beach Rd.

•Feature Film: Vantage Point, 2008, 90 minutes, rated PG-13. 2:00 p.m. in the Community Room of the Main Library.

•Library Meeting: Meet the Candidates Night. The public is invited to meet the candidates seeking positions on the Library's Board of Trustees and Nominating Committee. 7:30 p.m. in the Community Room of the Main Library.

The Rotary Club of Great Neck welcomes you to its breakfast meeting on Wednesdays from 8 to 9:15 a.m. at the Inn of Great Neck for fellowship, interesting programs, and an opportunity to provide "Service Above Self." Questions? Call the club line at 869-6860 during business hours. Meets Wednesdays from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. in the Choral Room at Great Neck South Middle School, 349 Lakeville Rd, Lake Success. Dr. Virginia Davidson, conductor. For information call 884-5795 or 536-0451. Website: www.gnchoral.org. Friendly auditions for concert on Dec. 7 - American All Stars honoring Elie Siegmeister, Leonard Bernstein and others. Focusing on relationships and interpersonal issues. Meetings are Wednesdays at 6:45 p.m. at COPAY, Inc., 21 North Station Plaza. Call Connie Mithalal, CSW-R 466-2509. All calls are strictly confidential. COPAY, Inc. is a member of the United Way and the GN United Community Fund. Every Wednesday from 1 to 3 p.m. at Womanspace, GN Senior Community Center, 80 Grace Ave. Call 829-6566. Elks Lodge #1458 meets at 8 p.m. every second Wednesday (except July and August) at 8 p.m. at the Elks Club, 30 Haven Ave., Port Washington, on the first and third Tuesday of each month. Formerly GN/PW Doe Club #1543.

•Station Sunrise Book Group: The Last Hurrah by Edwin O'Conner. Led by Librarian Kathleen Cotter. 8:45 a.m. Call Station Branch at 466-8055, ext. 233 to check availability and to register.

•Yom Kippur Eve. All four library locations will close at 1 p.m.

Join a Healing Dance Circle, combining stretching, breathing and dance sequences Open to women looking for a therapeutic exercise program. Thursdays 1 to 2 p.m. at Bonda Yoga, 4A Bond St., Great Neck. Call Sharon Epstein, Dance Movement Therapist for more info 829-5846. The Board of Commissioners meets every Thursday at 8:30 a.m., with the exception of the 4th Thursday at which time the board meets at noon, at the district offices, 236 E. Shore Rd. Open to the public. Call 482-0238. Become a "Presence for Peace." Join the vigil to protest the war in Iraq and to bring our troops home now. Every Thursday from 5 to 6 p.m., corner of Lakeville Rd. and Northern Blvd. Sponsored by Great Neck SANE/Peace Action. Info: 466-5560. Is the state of the world confusing to you? Join like-minded folk who discuss the madness every Thursday at 2:15 p.m. The moderators (professors and professionals) help bring order to what is always a very lively discussion from every vantage point. No need for reservations - it's free. Just come, bring your opinions to the Great Neck Senior Community Center, 80 Grace Ave, or call 487-0025 for information. Soul Power. Thursdays. Meditation/reflection 7 to 7:30 p.m. Interactive session 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Global Harmony House, 46 S. Middle Neck Rd. All welcome. Free admission. RSVP 773-0971 or email: events@ghhny.com. Sponsored by the Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual Organization. Today's program: Changing Seasons, Changing Lives. Offered by St. Francis Hospital's DeMatteis Center every second Thursday of the month (except July and August) from 10 a.m. to noon at the GN Senior Center, 80 Grace Ave. For information on other screening dates call 487-0025. Yom Kippur. Station and Lakeville Branches are closed. Main Library and Parkville Branch will be open. Film: Cloverfield, 2008, rated PG-13, runs 90 minutes. Starring Michael Stahl-David, Odet Jasmine, Mike Vogel. 8 p.m. GN House. Park card required for admission. Membership in the LI Breakfast Club can be an important part of your job hunt and career change and will provide you with support and knowledge to help you enhance to your next career providing support and comraderie to get you through the interviews. Membership includes: Networking opportunities, referrals, positive initiatives and assistance to develop a resume, commiseration, compassion and good old fashioned laughter, sharing of interview stories and job leads and mentors to work with you regarding your job search. Bring a can of healthy and nutritious food (or other non-perishable food donation) to the meeting as for a pay it forward effort. For a list of most needed foods, go to: www.rockCANroll.org. 9 a.m. at Atria, 96 Cuttermill Rd. Film: Cloverfield, 2008, rated PG-13, runs 90 minutes. Starring Michael Stahl-David, Odet Jasmine, Mike Vogel. 5 and 8 p.m. GN House. Park card required for admission.

•Harvest Festival in the Village Green. Arts and crafts, hayrides, musical entertainment, petting zoo and more. Co-sponsored by the Village of Great Neck. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission free for Park District residents with park card. For more info call 482-0355.

•Nature program. Caumsett State Park, Huntington. Noon to 3:15 p.m. Salt Marsh Special. $6 parking fee. Register by Oct. 7 by calling 482-0355. Directions mailed upon request.

•Sunday @ 3 Series. Concert: Long Island Piano Duo. 3 p.m. GN House. Admission with park card.

•Film: Cloverfield, 2008, rated PG-13, runs 90 minutes. Starring Michael Stahl-David, Odet Jasmine, Mike Vogel. 7:30 p.m. GN House. Park card required for admission.

Music Recital: New York Gilbert & Sullivan Players. Under the direction of founder, General Manager and Artistic Director Albert Bergeret, 2:30 p.m. in the Community Room of the Main Library.

•Duplicate Bridge Games. An open game every Friday at 9:15 a.m. at the Cumberland Adult Center, 30 Cumberland Ave., Great Neck, Telephone 773-1713. All beginner and intermediate bridge players are invited to enjoy a friendly game. This is an ACBL sanctioned game with Master Points awarded. Bridge questions will be answered and a short lesson given after the game. Refreshments served. One-time registration fee of $15 plus $9 at each game. Directors: Rob Goldman Judy Spitz. Internet site for further info: www.GreatNeckBridgeCenter.com. Games held Oct. 10 through Jan 23.

•Duplicate Bridge Class/Game every Saturday morning at 10 a.m., a "New to Duplicate" game for novice bridge players and former bridge players. Bagels and lecture before the game, supervised play and lunch after the game. At the Vanderbilt Bridge Club, rear entrance of 2500 Marcus Ave., Lake Success (between Lakeville and New Hyde Park Rds.) For more information, partnership requests and reservations, call Cathy Kirshner 718-428-4363 or the Vanderbilt 328-9704.

•Duplicate Bridge Game. An open game on Mondays at 7:15 p.m. at Temple Emanuel, Hicks Ln., Great Neck, run by the Sisterhood. There is an $8 card fee. Refreshments served. For questions call Ann Schwartz 747-5461.

•Party/Duplicate Bridge. The GN Chapter of Pride of Judea sponsors party bridge Mondays from 10 a.m. to noon. Lunch at noon. Bridge lesson at 12:30 p.m.; duplicate bridge 1 to 4 p.m. Partners arranged, master points issued. Call 718-423-6200.

•Duplicate Bridge Game. An open game is held every Monday at 12:30 p.m. at Temple Judea, 333 Searingtown Rd., Manhasset. Master points are awarded. There is a $10 card fee. Refreshments served. For questions call Lynn Weiss 718-279-1005.

•Duplicate Bridge Game. An open game on Tuesdays at 7:15 p.m. at Knickerbocker Yacht Club, Main St., Port Washington. There is an $8 card fee. For questions call Ann Schwartz 747-5461.

•Duplicate Bridge. Bridge games are held every Tuesday evening at 7:30 p.m. at Our Lady of Grace Center, 29 Shelter Rock Road, Manhasset. If you are interested in a friendly duplicate game, call Jo-Ann Damato at 883-9248 for more information.

•Bridge Classes and Games. The Vanderbilt Bridge Club, 2500 Marcus Ave., Lake Success (328-9704), is open seven days a week, with the following schedule of bridge classes and games:

Monday 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Intermediate/Advanced Bridge Class with Joe Byrnes (414-8719); 12:30 p.m. open game.

Tuesday 9:45 a.m. lecture and 10:15 game (for players with fewer than 2000 masterpoints); 12:30 p.m. open game.

Wednesday 12:30 p.m. open game; 6:30 p.m. lecture and 7 p.m. open game.

Thursday 12:30 p.m. open game.

Friday 12:30 p.m. open game.

Saturday 10:15 a.m. lecture and 10:30 a.m. "New to Duplicate" game with Cathy Kirshner (718-428-4363); 1 p.m. open game.

Sunday 1 p.m. open game.


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