Upcoming Events

Read 10/10/24 - Brain Games - PWAAC Town of North Hempstead Supervisor Jennifer DeSena, The Town Board and the Department of Services for the Aging present:Brain GamesHave some fun while exercising your brain!Brain games are enjoyable activities that challenge your brain with the goal of keeping your mind strong.Presented by:Kelly Steinmann, RN (Northwell/PI Nurse) & Alexa Charyn, MSW (EAC/PI Social Worker)Thursday, October 10, 202411 a.m.-12 p.m.Port Washington Adult Activities Center(80 Manorhaven Blvd, Port Washington)Please call 311 or 516-869-6311 to register or for more information.TUNE IN TO PROJECT INDEPENDENCE AND YOU -- ON WCWP – 88.1 FM RADIO or WCWP.org – EVERY FRIDAY BETWEEN 10 AM AND NOON…for great information, entertaining guests, and more!

Read 2024 Shed the Meds Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder, North Hempstead Supervisor Jennifer DeSena and the Town Board Present:Shed the MedsSaturday October 5, 2024 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.802 West Shore Road Port Washington, NYJoin us for a "Shed the Meds" pharmaceutical drop-off event.  Safely dispose of unwantedand expired medication. This will help keep potentially dangerous pharmaceuticals out of the hands of children and protect our groundwater and waterways.Accepted items will include: prescriptions, prescription patches, prescription medications, prescription ointments, over the counter medications, vitamins, sample medications and medications for pets.Non-accepted items are: Needles, sharps, aerosol cans, thermometers, ointments (liquid or lotion), hydrogen peroxide, inhalers, biohazardous waste and medication from businesses

Read 2024 St Francis Outreach Bus Upcoming St. Francis Hospital Outreach Bus FREE Health ScreeningsThe screenings include a brief cardiac history, blood pressure, simple blood test for Cholesterol, and Diabetes screenings with appropriate patient education and referrals as needed for clients above the age of 18.Monday, December 2, 202410 a.m.-2 p.m. Port Washington Adult Activities CenterWednesday, December 11, 202410 a.m.-2 p.m. Magnolia GardensThursday, December 19, 202410 a.m.-2 p.m. Manhasset Valley ResidenceNO APPOINTMENTS REQUIRED.Dates and protocol are subject to change.Please call 311 or 516-869-6311 before going to a location.

Read Property Tax Exemption Seminars North Hempstead Receiver of Taxes to Host Property Tax Exemption Seminars.  Homeowners will learn how to apply for important property tax exemptions and will also have an opportunity to ask questions about the application process. Residents will learn about STAR (Basic and Enhanced), Senior Citizen, Veterans, and other tax exemptions that can help lower property taxes.  Reservations are not required but are recommended, as seating may be limited at some locations. To reserve your seat, please email gounarisg@northhempsteadny.gov or call (516) 869-7800 and indicate the seminar you wish to attend.The following are the dates, times, and locations:Bryant Library – September 26, 20241:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.2 Paper Mill Road, RoslynPort Washington Public Library – October 1, 20241:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.1 Library Drive, Port Washington Bryant Library – October 1, 20246:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.2 Paper Mill Road, RoslynEast Williston Public Library – October 8, 20247:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.2 Prospect Street, East WillistonHillside Library – October 10, 20246:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.155 Lakeville Road, New Hyde ParkPort Washington Public Library – October 23, 20247:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.1 Library Drive, Port WashingtonWilliston Park Library – October 24, 20241:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.495 Willis Avenue, Williston ParkManhasset Public Library – October 29, 20247:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. 30 Onderdonk Avenue, ManhassetShelter Rock Library – October 30, 20246:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.165 Searingtown Road, AlbertsonGreat Neck Library: Main Branch – November 21, 20241:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.159 Bayview Ave, Great Neck

Read Project Independence and You Radio Show Schedules September 20- Supervisor Jennifer DeSena & the Project Independence and You Radio Show 13th Anniversary CelebrationSeptember 27- Dr. Gregg Landis (System Chief for Vascular Surgery at North Shore University Hospital) to discuss the Importance of Vascular HealthOctober 4-Dalia Elison (Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker-Douglas Elliman) to discuss Transitioning and Downsizing for SeniorsOctober 11-Repeated Shows October 18- Barry Klitsberg (Assistant Program Coordinator-Nassau County HIICAP Program) to discuss Medicare 2025 UpdatesOctober 25- Eva Shtein & Jennifer Albertson (Founder & Facilitator-The Story Round) to discuss The Story Round-Creative Writing Workshops for SeniorsListen to the show LIVE on Fridays from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on WCWP 88.1 FM or wcwp.org or download the app. Past episodes are available at www.northhempsteadny.gov/PI-Radio-Shows or on the WCWP Studios YouTube page.  You can also watch the videos including Talk of the Town on North Hempstead TV, on Cablevision Channel 18 or 65 or Verizon FIOS Channel 46. The show usually airs at 2pm daily but check out www.myNHTV.com for up to date schedules.If you have a suggestion for a guest or topic, please call 311 or 516-869-6311.

Read 10/17/24 - Discovery Walks - Cedarmere Estate Discovery WalksCedarmere EstateTour The HouseCome tour the rural Long Island home of the prominent nineteenth-century American poet, civic leader and newspaper editor William Cullen Bryant. It was his home from 1843 until his death in 1878. Bryant purchased the farm house as a retreat from the pressures and congestion of New York City, where he could work on his poetry and indulge his love of nature.Walk The GardensThe gardens include the Boxwood Parterre Garden, designed by William Cullen Bryant in the 1860’s, and the Sunken Garden, laid out by his grandson Harold Godwin, in 1916. An ardent horticulturalist, Bryant purchased and planted many of the property's trees, bushes and plants.Thursday, October 17, 2024 Arrive by 11 a.m.Cedarmere Estate225 Bryant Avenue, Roslyn, New York 11576$10 Donation to Friends of Cedarmere Space is limited. Registration required.Please call 311 or 516-869-6311 to register or for more information.

Read 9/26/24 - Stop The Bleed - PWPL Councilwoman Mariann Dalimonte and Nassau University Medical Center Presents:Stop The BleedSave a LifeJoin Councilwoman Mariann Dalimonte and the Nassau University Medical Center for a FREE training course on how to stop bleeding in a severely injured person.Thursday, September 26th, 7:00pmPort Washington Public Library1 Library Dr., Port Washington, NY 11050Registration is requiredPlease call 311 to register

Read Disrict 6 Mobile Office Hours DISTRICT 6 COUNCIL MEMBER MARIANN DALIMONTE PRESENTS:MOBILE OFFICE HOURSTuesday, November 19, 7-9 p.m.Port Washington Public Library (1 Library Dr., Port Washington, NY)To schedule your appointment withDistrict 6 Council Member Mariann Dalimonte:Call (516) 869-7711

Read PI Advisory Committe Meetings - 2024 Join a Project Independence Advisory Committee and Make a Difference!Come and discuss the needs of Town residents 60 and over, offer suggestions for new programs, learn about available services in the community and make new friends.2024 Meeting ScheduleMeetings are on the following Wednesdays at 10 a.m. at Clinton G. Martin Park (1601 Marcus Avenue, New Hyde Park) and virtually via Zoom.October 16November 20December 18 (PI Holiday Party)Please call 311 or 516-869-6311 to register or receive a Zoom link.TUNE IN TO PROJECT INDEPENDENCE AND YOU -- ON WCWP – 88.1 FM RADIO or WCWP.org – EVERY FRIDAY BETWEEN 10 AM AND NOON…for great information, entertaining guests, and more!

Read 2024 DEFENSIVE DRIVING CLASSES Supervisor Jennifer DeSena and the Town Board present:2024 DEFENSIVE DRIVING CLASSESSATURDAY, 9 A.M. – 4:30 P.M. (with a 30 minute lunch break)October 19 November 16 December 14The classes will be at: Clinton G. Martin Park 1601 Marcus AveNew Hyde Park, NY 11040Those interested in attending should bring a check made payable to "AARP" on theday of the class. No cash will be accepted. Attendees should also bring: their driver's license, a bagged lunch, and AARP members should also bring their AARP card.The cost is $25 for AARP members and $30 for non-members.

Read 10/05/24 - Fall Family Festival - NHBP The Town of North Hempstead presents:Fall Family FestivalSATURDAY, OCTOBER  5, 202412PM ~ 5PMNorth Hempstead Beach Park175 West Shore Road, Port WashingtonLive MusicBouncy Slides Arts & Crafts Train Rides Character Meet n Greets Pumpkin DecoratingCraft Fair New! Local VendorsFood and Refreshments will be available for purchasePlease call 311 (516-869-6311) for more information

Read 9/19/24 - Bike Rodeo - Manorhave Beach Park Council Member Mariann Dalimonte, the Port Washington Police Department, Bicycle Playground and the Port Washington Public Library Present:BICYCLE RODEO, HELMET SAFETY & STORY TIME EVENTCome on down to the Bicycle Rodeo. The Town of North Hempstead, along with the Port Washington Police Department and Bicycle Playground will inspect your child's bicycle. All attendees will have their tires, seat, handlebar height, chains, and their helmets checked.All children will be treated to a fun bicycle course, followed by a story about the joy of riding a bicycle read by a librarian from the Port Washington Public Library.Participants must bring a bike and helmet.Thursday September 19th 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.Manorhaven Beach Park(In Main Parking Lot Skating Rink)For more information please call 311 or 516-869-6311.

Read 2024 STOP Program Town of North Hempstead Supervisor Jennifer DeSena and the Town Board are pleased to once again present:2024 STOP THROWING OUT POLLUTANTSSunday, October 13North Hempstead Beach Park(North Lot)Bring your aerosols, household chemicals, pesticides, disinfectants, fertilizers, bulbs, thermostats, rechargeable and lithium batteries, TV’s, and computers. Residents are invited to shred any personal paper documents free of charge (limit 6 legal boxes per vehicle, per day).The Town will be accepting gently used and working clothes, stuffed animals, electronics, toys, sporting equipment, shoes, books, small area rugs, bikes, scooters, luggage, picture frames, table lamps, bolts of fabric, silverware, glassware, dishes, and cosmetics. Each resident will receive a receipt for their donation for income tax purposes.S.T.O.P. events, sponsored by the Town of North Hempstead, are for Town of North Hempstead residents only (no commercial vehicles allowed). Participants must show a driver’s license or other valid proof of residency. For safety reasons, residents must remain in their cars while event staff remove items to be discarded. Please leave your pets at home so event staff can safely and easily remove items from your car.

Read Watch Your Step Fall Prevention Program Watch Your Step Fall Prevention ProgramCome and learn ways to decrease your risks of falling, simple exercises to increase strength and balance, the importance of medications for bone health, and community and home safety.Presented by: Project Independence Nurses (Northwell Health)5 Session Program WednesdaysSeptember 25, October 2, 9, 23, 30, 20249:30 a.m.-11 a.m.Clinton G. Martin Park(1601 Marcus Avenue, New Hyde Park)REGISTRATION REQUIREDPlease call 311 or 516-869-6311 to register or for more information.TUNE IN TO PROJECT INDEPENDENCE AND YOU -- ON WCWP – 88.1 FM RADIO or WCWP.org –EVERY FRIDAY BETWEEN 10 AM AND NOON…for great information, entertaining guests, and more!

Read SMART VAN 2024 Town of North Hempstead Supervisor Jennifer DeSena, The Town Board and the Department of Services for the Aging Present:In partnership with Family and Children’s Association (FCA)SMART VANSenior Mobile Access to Resources & Technology Fall 2024Technology doesn't have to be difficult. Improve technological literacy to continue to live well, feel well, and age well!FCA's SMART Van will be making stops throughout North Hempstead providing:Technological trainingConnection to resourcesInformal counselingMedicare open enrollment assistance and more!Bring your cell phone, laptop or tablet to receive direct assistance.The Van will be available from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.Wednesday, October 16, 2024Clinton G. Martin Park (1601 Marcus Avenue, New Hyde Park)Thursday, November 14, 2024Port Washington Adult Activities Center (80 Manorhaven Blvd, Port Washington)NO APPOINTMENTS REQUIRED.TUNE IN TO PROJECT INDEPENDENCE AND YOU -- ON WCWP – 88.1 FM RADIO or WCWP.org – EVERY FRIDAYBETWEEN 10 AM AND NOON…for great information, entertaining guests, and more!

Read 2024 Ewaste Collection Dates North Hempstead Supervisor Jennifer DeSena and the Town Board proudly present E-Waste Drop Off EventsE-WASTE WILL NO LONGER BE ACCEPTED AT THE SUNDAY RESIDENT DROP OFF. Instead e-waste may be disposed of at the following 2024 Town events:The Town will be hosting electronic waste (e-waste) drop-off events for residents in North Hempstead in lieu of accepting e-waste at Sunday Residential Drop-off.The program is free of charge and open to Town residents only.SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 9 A.M. TO 3 P.M.North Hempstead Beach Park (North Lot)SUNDAY, OCTOBER 13, 9 A.M. TO 3 P.M.North Hempstead Beach Park (North Lot) (Part of the Town's S.T.O.P. program)*SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 8 A.M. TO 12 P.M.802 West Shore Road, Port WashingtonSATURDAY, DECEMBER 7, 8 A.M. TO 12 P.M.802 West Shore Road, Port Washington

Read 10/18/24 - Free Flu Shots - PWAAC North Hempstead Council Member Mariann Dalimonte and North Shore University Hospital, Northwell Health Present a Flu Vaccine PodFree Flu ShotsPort Washington Adult Activities Center80 Manorhaven Blvd.Port Washington, NY 11050Details:Friday, October 18, 20241 p.m. – 3 p.m.No appointments necessary. All attendees must be over the age of 18. Please call 311 or 516-869-6311 for more information.Influenza (flu) is a contagious respiratory illness that can cause mild to severe illness. Some people, such as older people, young children and those with certain health conditions, are at high risk for serious flu complications. The best way to protect against the flu is by getting vaccinated each year.

Read 10/18 & 10/25 - Senior Monster Bashes Town of North Hempstead Supervisor Jennifer DeSena, the Town Board and the Department of Community Services are proud to present:HalloweenSenior Monster BashFriday, October 1811am-2pmFuschillo ParkCarle Road at Broadmoor Lane, Carle PlaceFriday, October 2511am-2pmClinton G. Martin Park1601 Marcus Ave, New Hyde ParkPlease join us for a light lunch, dessert, music, dancing, and games!Reservations are required.Please call 311 or 516-869-6311 to RSVP

Read Puzzle Time - The Homestead Puzzle TimeJigsaw puzzles are a timeless form of entertainment for people of all ages. Puzzles improve brains, help people relax, are a good opportunity for social interaction, and are just good fun!Facilitators:Debra Marks, LMSW (PI Social Worker) & Kelly Steinmann, R.N. (PI Nurse)WednesdaysSeptember 18, October 2, 16, 30, November 13 and December 42-3 p.m.The Homestead(Community Room)(252 Grand St., Westbury, NY 11590)Please call 311 or 516-869-6311 to register or for more information.TUNE IN TO PROJECT INDEPENDENCE AND YOU -- ON WCWP – 88.1 FM RADIO or WCWP.org – EVERYFRIDAY BETWEEN 10 AM AND NOON…for great information, entertaining guests, and more!


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