Blood Drive, Jazz, a Book Discussion and More

Here is a sampling of some of the events happening in Dix Hills/Melville today, Tuesday, March 15. For a complete listing, please browse the events calendar on the Dix Hills Patch site.

1. From 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the , Internal Revenue trained AARP counselors will provide free assistance in completing your . No-fee E-filing is now available. Bring your W-2 and 1099 forms, last year's tax statements and other supporting documents. No appointment is necessary. First come, first served. Last patron will be taken 1/2 hour prior to end of session.
2. Librarian, Chris Garland, will host "" book discussion today at the  from 7:30-9 p.m. Tonight's book being discussed is Murder City by Charles Bowden. No registration is required.
3. Also this evening, at 7:30 p.m., Barnes and Noble Booksellers on Route 110 welcomes  under the direction of Mike Ficco. Stop by for a memorable musical evening! There is no fee for this event.
4. at ,  from  3:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m. Website; phone: 800-933-2566.
5.  at Blackstone Steakhouse, 10 Pinelawn Rd, Melville, NY 11747 at 6:30 p.m. A four-course meal at Blackstone Steakhouse will be paired with Opus One 2004, Opus One 2005, Opus One 2006 and Opus One 2007. Reception to be held at 6:30 p.m.; dinner at 7 p.m. View menu. Cigars and cordials will be included following dessert. There will be limited seating available for this event so RSVP to 631-271-7780 or email mmurphy@blackstonesteakhouse.com. Website. Price: $200 per person plus tax and gratuity.