Community Happenings!
Community
Happenings…
The Power of Budgeting
Monday, February 2, 2026 6:30pm – 7:30pm
@ Huntington Public Library – Main Meeting Room
Led by Boris Mikhail, Financial Advisor at Edward Jones, explore the importance of creating and maintaining a budget, examine the difference between wants and needs, and set goals for personal spending, savings and debt repayment. Registration is required.
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LI Connects
Biz Luncheon
Wednesday, February 4th, 12PM
@ Hauppauge Palace Diner
RESERVE YOUR INDUSTRY!
If you’re looking for a great group; find out more about LI Connects. They meet the 1st & 3rd Wednesday of the month @ The Hauppauge Palace Diner. Led by Sheryl Hecht – Douglas Elliman & Jo Haramis – Floorsdecors+more Inc it’s an excellent opportunity to grow your business. $30 per person. Please call 631-804-4989 for RSVP/ more information. Hope to see you there!
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The Networking Drama Club
of Long Island
Friday, February 6th 6PM – 9PM
@ Double Tap Laser Range @ Source Mall
1500 Old Country Rd. Unit226, Westbury, NY
Hello Networkers! We had so much fun the first time, we’re doing it again. The Networking Drama Club of Long Island is hosting a get-together to launch our 2026 season. Please call / text Frank Sanchez – 516-582-0483 for RSVP/ more information! We hope to see you there!
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NAIPC In- Person Meeting
Wednesday, February 11th, 2026
8:30-9:00am Meet, Greet, Eat
9:00-10:00am Chapter Meeting
@ Woodbury Heights
378 Syosset-Woodbury Road, Woodbury, NY
The National Aging in Place Council® was founded on the belief that an overwhelming majority of older Americans want to remain in their homes for as long as possible, but lack awareness of home and community-based services that make independent living possible. For more information or to learn more about the NAIPC, Long Island Chapter, please click here.
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Taste of Long Island
Benefiting Blood Cancer United
Thursday March 12, 2026 6PM
@ WREN Kitchens: 6090 Jericho Tpke, Commack, NY
JoinBlood Cancer Unitedin Taste of Long Island, featuring food from over 30 Long Island restaurants. We will have raffles, 50/50, and a DJ and all proceeds will benefit Blood Cancer United! Hope you can join us!
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3rd Annual Blue Star Moms NY6
Veterans Conference and Resource Fair
Saturday, Mar 21st, 10am to 2pm
@ The Experience
180 Commerce Drive, Hauppauge, NY
Vendor Tables
& Sponsorships Available!
Join us for a powerful day of support, connection, and resources for our veterans and active military. Meet trusted organizations to help: Explore benefits, insurance assistance, employment programs, legal guidance, mental health support, service animals, and help in completing important forms. Enjoy impactful speakers, valuable handouts, giveaways, and a FREE lunch—because our veterans deserve access, respect, and real support. Please call 631-926-2997 or click here for more information!
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Patient Safety Advocate Training
2026 – 2 Day Symposium
March 26 & March 27, 2026
@ Viana Hotel & Spa – Westbury, NY
Patient Safety Advocates:
Everyone Can Make a Difference
A Patient Safety Advocate serves as a vital bridge between patients and the healthcare system—supporting clear communication, education and helping to ensure each person receives safe, high-quality, patient-centered care throughout their healthcare journey. Be part of a community dedicated to making healthcare safer for everyone. Please join us. Click here for details!
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15th Annual All Kids Fair
Sunday, April 19, 2026 10AM
@ Hilton Long Island / Huntington
If you run a camp, after school activity, day care, birthday party company, travel, school, financial services, tutoring company, special needs or gifted program or any other business or organization related to kids … sign up now to Exhibit, Run a Kids’ Class, Rent a Room, Advertise or Sponsor (and more) at the All Kids Fair!
