Tax Prep, Business Seminar and More

Here is a sampling of some of the events happening in Dix Hills/Melville today, Tuesday, March 1. For a complete listing, please browse the events calendar on the Dix Hills Patch site.

1. : “Strategies for Business and Personal Success” presented by the Huntington Township Chamber of Commerce’s Education Committee from 8 to 10 a.m. at 12 Gerard St, Huntington, NY 11743 (Mac's Steakhouse). This seminar, coordinated by Bob Raneri from Dale Carnegie, titled “Getting Your Message Across,” will offer those in attendance tips regarding effective presentation skills, teach them how to better communicate their ideas and will make attendees more aware of presentation challenges in the business world and offer solutions on how to deal with them. Open to all; website. Phone: Linda at (631) 423-6100. Email: linda@huntingtonchamber.com.
2. 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.
3. from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. at  the , 501 Vanderbilt Pkwy, Dix Hills, NY 11746 (corner of Deer Park Ave.) Join the Chai Center for a free study session over lunch. Nourish both your body and your soul. These classes will give you an in-depth knowledge, insight and understanding of Judaism. However, if you can't make it to the class, the Chai Center said they will bring the class to you. "Simply tell us what you'd like to study and we'll have a capable educator visit you to pursue the Jewish subject of your choice. Whether it's Aleph Bet, Talmud, the weekly Torah Portion, or Kabbalah - you name it and we'll make arrangements to have it taught in your office, home or on the phone. A Mitzvah means a connection." Interested? Website: www.TheChaiCenter.com; phone: 631-351-8672; Email: RabbiAvraham@TheChaiCenter.com.
4. from 1 to 4 p.m at the . Come down to the Dix Hills branch of the Half Hollow Hills Community Library and join in an informal free game of your choice, such as chess, bridge or mah-jongg. No registration is required; just bring your own game equipment. Website; phone: 631-421-4530.
5. from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Is your French a little rusty, planning a trip to France? Join this fun, free group and practice speaking French in a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere. All levels are welcome. No registration is required. Meets in the meeting room, downstairs. Website; phone: 631-421-4535.