Aug. 24: Blood Drive, Manners and Music

Each morning, visit Patch to get the scoop on the top five things you need to know about Garden City, Mineola and New Hyde Park for the day - or weekend. Whether it’s an important meeting, fun event or a can't miss story, we'll make sure you stay informed on the top things that are defining your community right now. 

Five things you need to know Aug. 24:

1. The Retired Mens' Club is visiting the Cradle of Aviation. If you want to go with the group, they are meeting at the Senior Center on Golf Club Lane at 11:30 a.m. and then car pooling to the museum.

2. Whitesnake will be performing at the Nikon theater at Jones Beach at 4 p.m. There will also be some special guests.

3. Learn about proper etiquette during Long Island Children's Museum's Pretty Please day from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.

4. Looking for a job? Go to the Career Connections session at the Hillside Public Library from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

5. Participate in the Senator Jack M. Martins Blood Drive at the Herricks Community Center from 2:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.