North Shore Towers Cinema

Gold Coast International Film Festival closing night film THE SOUNDMAN is a&nbsp;moving love story about passion, imagination, and the pursuit of humanity during dark times.
As Europe teeters on the brink of Nazi occupation in May 1940, Brussels trembles under the shadow of war. In the iconic Flagey building, the beating heart of the country's national radio, two lives collide. Elza, a young actress making her radio drama debut, meets Berre, a gifted soundman with a magical ear. She’s captivated by the power of storytelling; he finds refuge in the world of sound. Their chance encounter sparks a love daring enough to bloom amid looming bombs, air raids and creeping fear.
THE SOUNDMAN is a superbly acted, thrilling tale of passion, creativity and the struggle to hold onto humanity when the world is collapsing around you. Elza and Berre's&nbsp;voices rise above the rumble of approaching war—an echo of hope in a world about to lose its innocence.&nbsp;<table><tbody><tr><td>OFFICIAL SELECTION: Palm Springs Int'l Film Festival</td></tr></tbody></table>



Director:&nbsp;Frank Van Passel Duration: 118 minutes Country:&nbsp;Belgium Language:&nbsp;Dutch (English subtitles)

Local Event: GCIFF closing night film The Soundman

Nassau County

Great Neck

New York

GCIFF closing night film The Soundman

Gold Coast International Film Festival closing night film THE SOUNDMAN is a moving love story about passion, imagination, and...

Gold Coast Arts Center

Belly Dancing class for ages 18+ Dates:&nbsp;7 sessions from November 3 - December 15, 2026 Time: 7:00 - 8:00pmLooking for a fun new workout? This open level belly dance class series will break down the foundational movements, patterns and isolations and focus on clean technique and lines. Combinations will use classic and modern belly dance music with an emphasis on musicality and style.&nbsp; Maximum 12 students.&nbsp;

Local Event: Discover the Art of Belly Dancing!

Discover the Art of Belly Dancing!

Belly Dancing class for ages 18+ Dates: 7 sessions from November 3 - December 15, 2026 Time: 7:00 - 8:00pmLooking for a fun new...

<h4>DRIVING MADELEINE&nbsp;</h4>
Christian Carion | FRANCE | French, English subtitles | 91 Mins | Drama

AARP Long Island is proud to collaborate with the Gold Coast Arts Center for a FREE film screening, celebrating National Family Caregivers Month.
About the film – Join us for an encore screening of this beloved GCIFF2023 festival film!
Rediscover the power of the kindness of strangers in this heart-warming film about a seemingly simple taxi ride across Paris. When taxi driver, Charles (Dany Boon) reluctantly takes on an early-morning booking, he begins to regret his decision even more so when a cantankerous old woman, Madeleine (Line Renaud) is waiting begrudgingly at the pickup point. Despite his own personal grievances, Charles begins to realize that his problems are nowhere near as hard-pressing as his clients. At the age of 92, she must bow to the pressure of family and doctors, waiting to be forced into an assisted living facility.
“A heartwarmer.” – New York Times “Little gem of a movie.” – The Sydney Morning Herald

Local Event: Gold Coast Arts Cinema Series presents Driving Madeleine Special AARP screening

Gold Coast Arts Cinema Series presents Driving...

DRIVING MADELEINE 
Christian Carion | FRANCE | French, English subtitles | 91 Mins | Drama

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Gold Coast Arts Cinema Series presents Driving Madeleine Special AARP screening

Temple Beth-El of Great Neck

<h5>THE DESSERT TABLE: 100 JOYFUL JEWISH SWEETS </h5>
Conversation with author Leah Koenig and James Beard award-winning food writer Gabriella Gershenson.The Dessert Table: 100 Joyful Jewish Sweets is a delightful tour through the 2,000-year-old tradition of Jewish sweets. Join us for this lively conversation about Jewish food, family celebrations and how culinary traditions can instill&nbsp;Jewish pride, as we discuss recipes and stories from historic Jewish communities, home bakers and up-and-coming diaspora bakeries from around the world.<h6>Ticket Pricing:</h6>
Temple Beth-El &amp; Gold Coast Arts Members – $36 per person, includes book.
NonMembers – $45 per person includes book.
Special ticket pricing for 2 people/1 book.

Local Event: GCA Special Author Event: The Dessert Table 

GCA Special Author Event: The Dessert Table 

THE DESSERT TABLE: 100 JOYFUL JEWISH SWEETS 
Conversation with author Leah Koenig and James Beard award-winning food writer...

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Jay Estate

<img src="https://jayheritagecenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Balloon-300x200.jpg">Jay Day is our classic fall family festival held annually at the 23-acre award-winning Jay Estate with offerings for everyone! Join us on Sunday, October 25 from 11am - 3pm. New this year in honor of the Montgolfier Brothers invention of the hot-air balloon in 1783 - you guessed it - learn all about the thermodynamics of these beautiful aircrafts from <a href="https://www.libertyballoon.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Liberty Balloon Company</a>. Enjoy outdoor activities and old-fashioned entertainment as we commemorate America 250 with a very special chance to see authentic centuries-old artifacts of the Revolutionary War at the historic first home of patriot and peacemaker John Jay. <a href="https://youtu.be/1-5rBwbfv08?si=7Y61Jf0fiNcaNAr2" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Watch a video from last year's festival here.&nbsp;</a>&nbsp;
<a href="https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/b5a7d988-48ca-4a56-bb9b-28da36e2bc0e" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">REGISTER HERE TO AVOID THE LINES.</a>
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FAMILY ACTIVITIES
* Silhouette artist <a href="https://www.sweet-silhouette.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Varin Acevado</a> will create heirloom portraits. * Stilt walkers &amp; jugglers ensure super photo ops for the whole family! * Professional facepainters from <a href="https://www.jamesdaniel.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">James Daniel Entertainment </a>will create butterflies and dragons with deft dabs of paint and glitter! * Join the <a href="https://www.ryetroop2.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Rye Boy Scouts Troop 2</a> for boat racing in the reflecting pool * Create your own take-home origami animals with talented volunteers from our Japanese community partners in Harrison. * Try your hand at special geocaching activities in honor of America at 250 highlighting John Jay's role as spymaster during the Revolutionary War. * Make a self-portrait with artist <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ellenjingxu/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Jing (Ellen) Xu </a>and ColorWorld. * Learn about robotics and STEAM with <a href="https://www.makeinspires.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">MakeInspires.</a> * Don't miss the rocket show with <a href="https://newyorkcity.madscience.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Mad Science!</a> * Pony rides and the petting zoo are family favorites!

ALL AGES
* Self-guided tours of<a href="https://parks.ny.gov/history/rev-war?utm_campaign=NYSOGS+Parks-RevWar250&amp;utm_source=Google&amp;utm_medium=Search&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=23972741403&amp;gbraid=0AAAABD-CRbX_77SLGE4f5AlYAwtMckwIS&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjwlsfWBhD4ARIsACL7p1GnNW59-3sZb1eG8wDrPXmniU0OpY52GakfKQTDy-DZfXtRno0_JBwaAnZYEALw_wcB" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> Revisit the Revolution Exhibit</a> at the Jay Mansion. * Self-guided tours of the award-winning Jay Estate Gardens (2022 NYS Nonprofit Excellence, 2023 ICAA Landscape Design, 2026 GCA Historic Preservation). * Nibble on savories from food trucks and local favorites like Cousins Lobster Roll, Jimmy's Soft Serve, Crazy Taco Mex, Food Truck Refinery, Westchester Burger and Mangones Market. * LIVE Music from <a href="https://www.brooklynbluegrass.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Brooklyn Bluegrass Collective</a>. * Horse-drawn Carriage Rides by Pelham Bit Carriages. * Shop for the holidays early or for any occasion - explore gorgeous jewelry, sweaters, fine art photographs, handcrafted Japanese pottery from <a href="https://nslifestyles.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">NS Lifestyles</a>, <a href="https://shopthebeehive.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Beehive</a>, <a href="https://www.crichlowfineart.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Crichlow Fine Art</a>, <a href="https://hirokosceramics.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Hiroko's Ceramics</a> and many more bespoke offerings from our vendors * Learn about 10,000 years of archaeology beneath our feet with Dr. Eugene Boesch.
More activities being added every day! Admission is $50 per family and $20 individual.
Thank you to our Jay Day Co-Chairs Lindsay Bello Martin, Claire Weschler, Jennifer Soliman and Julia Thalhammer and 2026 RCDS Community Engagement Fellow Ellora Shah.&nbsp;
More volunteers welcome! Contact us at <a href="mailto:jayheritagecenter@gmail.com">jayheritagecenter@gmail.com</a> to sign up for a shift.
The Jay Heritage Center (JHC) is a dynamic nonprofit which manages the Jay Estate in Rye, New York. The 23-acre park that they have preserved and interpreted since 1992 is an award-winning culture hub and wildlife refuge on Long Island Sound. Located in the heart of Westchester’s only National Historic Landmark District, the site welcomes visitors April through November to learn about our nation’s flawed yet precious democracy through indoor and outdoor public programs. Offerings about American History feature prominent writers and educators. Free horticulture and birding workshops teach guests about native plants and wildlife. Family-friendly concerts draw hundreds for old-fashioned fun and unplugged enjoyment. The site is a member of NY State's Path Through History and Westchester County's African American Heritage Trail. Sign up to volunteer or access all they offer at <a href="https://jayheritagecenter.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.jayheritagecenter.org</a>
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Local Event: Jay Day - Fall Family Festival

Jay Day - Fall Family Festival

Jay Day is our classic fall family festival held annually at the 23-acre award-winning Jay Estate with offerings for everyone!...

Town of Great Neck Plaza Town Hall, 2 Gussak Place

GREAT NECK, NY — The Shireinu Choir of Long Island, under the direction of Deborah Tartell, is kicking off its milestone 10th season with a celebration that brings together music, community, family and giving back. The choir will host a one-mile Charity Walk on Sunday, November 1, in Great Neck Plaza, inviting children and adults of all ages to walk with family and friends while supporting the choir and as well as the Holocaust Memorial &amp; Tolerance Center of Nassau County.
The Charity Walk will launch this year-long celebration in a fun and meaningful way. Participants will stroll approximately one mile through Great Neck Plaza, enjoying the camaraderie of fellow walkers while showing their support for Shireinu. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Holocaust Memorial &amp; Tolerance Center of Nassau County, reflecting the choir's longstanding commitment to giving back to the community.
For a decade, Shireinu has brought people together through the power of Jewish choral music. What began as a small community choir has grown into one of the largest mixed-voice Jewish choirs in the New York area, with nearly 90 singers ranging in age from 25 to 96. The choir's 10th season will feature concerts, educational programs, special performances and community events celebrating Jewish culture and the connections created through music.
“We are thrilled to begin our 10th season with an event that is about so much more than fundraising,” states Lori Freudman, event coordinator. “It’s an opportunity for our members, their families, friends and the entire community to come together, celebrate Shireinu, and support an organization whose mission of remembrance and education is so important.”
Adding to the excitement, supporters can purchase a personalized or sponsored sign for $180, which will be displayed along the walk route. It’s a great way for businesses, families and friends to show their support while helping Shireinu launch its 10th season in a big way.
The choir is also grateful to KIND Bars for supporting the event. In addition, 16 Handles, 1005 Port Washington Blvd., Port Washington, NY, will donate a portion of its sales on Tuesday, November 4, to benefit the choir.
WALK DETAILS:Sunday, November 1 
Walk begins: 10:00 AM. (Day of registration begins at 9:00 AM) Walk is approximately 1 mile. 
Starting point: Town Hall of the Town of Great Neck Plaza, 2 Gussak Place 
Registration: $10 for children under 12 | $20 for adults | $36 for “Champions”
Route Signs: $180
Pre-Registration is recommended and available online at <a href="https://www.shireinuchoirli.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.shireinuchoirli.org</a>. Visit the home page and click on the Charity Walk flyer to sign up and purchase a sign.
Bring your family. Bring your friends. Bring your walking shoes — and help Shireinu kick off 10 years of music, community and connection!

Local Event:  Shireinu Choir of LI Kicks Off 10th Season With Charity Walk on Sun., Nov. 1 

 Shireinu Choir of LI Kicks Off 10th Season...

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