Youth Business Meet & Greet Dinner
2026-08-14 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Byrne Center – East, 925 Jerusalem Avenue, Uniondale, NY, 11553
Youth Business Meet & Greet Dinner
Youth and young adults are invited to an evening centered on connection, collaboration, inspiration, and future opportunities.
Meet like-minded peers and leaders, enjoy dinner, hear inspiring stories and business insights, and build relationships that can open doors for your future.

Event Details
📅 Date: Friday, August 14, 2026
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
👥 Ages: Youth and young adults ages 7–25
📍 Location:
John J. Byrne Community Center
925 Jerusalem Avenue
Uniondale, NY 11553

What to Expect

Networking with peers and community leaders
Dinner and fellowship
Inspiring stories and business tips
Opportunities to collaborate and grow
Wealth-building and future-focused conversations
New friendships and meaningful connections

All are welcome. Bring a friend, be inspired, and make an impact.

Registration Required
Please note: You must register through all event links and/or QR codes provided for this event to complete your registration. Space is limited.
Please RSVP by August 8, 2026.

Scan the QR code on the flyer to RSVP
Call or text 347-545-7821 for event information
Community Center Registration

More Information
📞 Call/Text: 347-545-7821

Open Casting Call: Every Family Got Beef – A Hip-Hopera
2026-08-15 11:00 - 15:00 | Byrne Center – East, 925 Jerusalem Avenue, Uniondale, NY, 11553
Open Casting Call: Every Family Got Beef – A Hip-Hopera
Dakoyenne Productions is holding a public audition for Every Family Got Beef – A Hip-Hopera: Can We Overcome These Diaspora Wars?
This inclusive, no-agent-required opportunity is open to both seasoned performers and newcomers between the ages of 18 and 50. Volunteer actors should bring their creativity, confidence, and energy.

Audition Details
📅 Date: Saturday, August 15, 2026
🕚 Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
👥 Ages: 18–50
📍 Location:
John J. Byrne Community Center
925 Jerusalem Avenue
Uniondale, NY 11553

Who Should Audition
The production is seeking African American and Caribbean actors to portray members of the opposing families featured in the play. Performers who can sing, dance, and act are especially encouraged to audition.

Creative and energetic volunteer actors
Seasoned performers and newcomers
African American and Caribbean actors
Triple-threat performers who sing, dance, and act

What to Expect
Actors will read selected “sides,” or short excerpts from the script. Those who also sing or dance may be asked to provide a brief impromptu performance.

Registration Required
Please note: You must register through all event links and/or QR codes provided for this audition to complete your registration.

Contact the production team for audition registration and preparation information
Complete any organizer registration link or QR code provided for the audition
Community Center Registration

Contact Information
📞 516-421-2071
📧 *protected email*

Almost Vegan Jazz Bone - Free Uniondale Summer Jazz
2026-08-19 18:00 - 20:30 | Byrne Center – East, 925 Jerusalem Avenue, Uniondale, NY, 11553
Nassau Performing Arts, Inc. presents Almost Vegan JAZZ BONE – Free Uniondale Summer Jazz 2026, celebrating 100 years of Miles & Trane and “The LI Connection.”
Four evenings of live jazz honoring the Long Island blues and jazz players, past and present, and the legendary rooms that raised them: the Stero Lounge in Hempstead, Sonny’s Place in Freeport, Mr Hicks’ in Roosevelt, and the Jelly Bean in Amityville. Under the direction of Napoleon Revels-Bey, Artistic Director.
The series runs four consecutive Wednesdays: August 5, 12, 19, and 26, 2026, 6:00-8:00 PM.
Free admission – a family-friendly community event, all are welcome. Donations gratefully accepted to support future programming. Registration Requested: community.byrncenter.org/event-registration • Info: (516) 750-0810

Haitians Back-to-School Giveaway
2026-08-23 11:00 - 14:00 | Byrne Center – East, 925 Jerusalem Avenue, Uniondale, NY, 11553
Haitians Back-to-School Giveaway
Join us for a back-to-school giveaway supporting children and families in the Haitian community as students begin a new school year with confidence and hope.
All are welcome. The giveaway is open to students of all ages, from pre-K through high school, while supplies last.

Event Details
📅 Date: Saturday, August 23, 2026
🕚 Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Location:
John J. Byrne Community Center
925 Jerusalem Avenue
Uniondale, NY 11553

Giveaway Items

Backpacks
School supplies
Notebooks
Pencils and pens
Folders
Additional back-to-school essentials

Supplies will be distributed while available.

Registration Required
Please note: You must register through all event links and/or QR codes provided for this event to complete your registration.

Complete any organizer registration link or QR code provided for the event
Community Center Registration

Donations and Volunteer Information
Community members can support the event by donating, volunteering, or sharing the event information.
📞 For more information and donations: 347-545-7821

Back-to-School Fun Day
2026-08-29 12:00 - 15:00 | Byrne Center – East, 925 Jerusalem Avenue, Uniondale, NY, 11553
Back-to-School Fun Day
The Waller Team at Signature Premier Properties invites families to a free Community Back-to-School Celebration at the John J. Byrne Community Center.
Bring the kids for an afternoon of fun, games, creative activities, music, treats, and back-to-school excitement.

Event Details
📅 Date: Saturday, August 29
🕛 Time: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
💲 Cost: Free
📍 Location:
John J. Byrne Community Center
925 Jerusalem Avenue
Uniondale, NY 11553

What’s Happening

Face painting
Arts and crafts
Live DJ
Ice cream
School supply giveaway

Community Supporters

Linked & Laced
Royal Cream Waxing
The Collective Queens
Promotional Pee

Registration Required
Please note: You must register through all event links and/or QR codes provided for this event to complete your registration.

Complete any organizer registration link or QR code provided for the event
Community Center Registration

More Information
Simone Samuel
Licensed Real Estate Salesperson, The Waller Team
Phone: 516-939-4865
Email: *protected email*
Shawn Waller
The Waller Team
Phone: 718-840-8094

Siblings Helping Siblings Community Picnic
2026-08-30 13:30 - 15:30 | Byrne Center – East, 925 Jerusalem Avenue, Uniondale, NY, 11553
Siblings Helping Siblings Community Picnic
Join Siblings Helping Siblings for a sensory-friendly and inclusive community picnic for children of all abilities, their siblings, parents, and caregivers.
Families are invited to connect, play, and enjoy an afternoon together in a welcoming community setting.

Event Details
📅 Date: Sunday, August 30
🕜 Time: 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
📍 Location:
John J. Byrne Community Center
925 Jerusalem Avenue
Uniondale, NY 11553

Activities

Bounce house provided by SHSF
Face painting provided by SHSF
Sensory-friendly and inclusive family fun

What to Bring
Please bring your own picnic food, blankets, chairs, and anything else your family may need.

Registration Required
Please note: You must register on all event links and/or QR codes to complete your registration. Space is limited.

Complete any organizer registration link or QR code provided for the event
Community Center Registration

More Information
📞 516-508-3230
📧 *protected email*
📱 Instagram: @siblingshelpingsiblings

Pre-Gala Celebration: An Evening of Unity, Joy & Inspiration
2026-08-30 17:30 - 20:30 | Byrne Center – East, 925 Jerusalem Avenue, Uniondale, NY, 11553
Pre-Gala Celebration: An Evening of Unity, Joy & Inspiration
You are invited to a special pre-gala celebration filled with fellowship, inspiration, entertainment, light refreshments, and meaningful community connections.
All are welcome. Bring a friend and come celebrate with us.
RSVP NOW
RSVP extended to August 25 | byrncenter.org/register | (516) 554-8124
Attire: Dress in black – not formal wear, just a step up from everyday dress. Think dressy-casual in black, comfortable but with a little occasion to it.

Event Details
📅 Date: Sunday, August 30, 2026
🕠 Time: 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
📍 Location:
John J. Byrne Community Center
925 Jerusalem Avenue
Uniondale, NY

What to Expect

Fellowship
Inspiration
Entertainment
Light refreshments
Opportunities to build connections

Registration Required
Please note: You must register through all event links and/or QR codes provided for this event to complete your registration.
Please RSVP
RSVP Extended to August 25

Complete any organizer RSVP link or QR code provided for the event
Master RSVP / Event Registration Form
If you had any issues RSVPing through the link, contact us at *protected email* or (516) 554-8124.

Final Casting Call: Every Family Got Beef – A Hip-Hopera
2026-09-06 14:00 - 17:00 | Byrne Center – East, 925 Jerusalem Avenue, Uniondale, NY, 11553
Final Casting Call: Every Family Got Beef – A Hip-Hopera
Dakoyenne Productions is holding a final casting call for Every Family Got Beef – A Hip-Hopera: Can We Overcome These Diaspora Wars?
Creative and energetic volunteer actors ages 18–50 are invited to audition. Bring your creativity, confidence, and energy.

Audition Details
📅 Date: Sunday, September 6, 2026
🕑 Time: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
👥 Ages: 18–50
📍 Location:
John J. Byrne Community Center
925 Jerusalem Avenue
Uniondale, NY 11553

What to Bring

Your creativity
Your confidence
Your energy and willingness to perform

Registration Required
Please note: You must register through all event links and/or QR codes provided for this audition to complete your registration.

Contact the production team for audition registration and preparation information
Complete any organizer registration link or QR code provided for the audition
Community Center Registration

Contact Information
📞 516-421-2071
📧 *protected email*

Fall Core & Restore Mat Pilates Series
2026-09-10 18:30 - 19:30 | Byrne Center – East, 925 Jerusalem Avenue, Uniondale, NY, 11553
Fall Core & Restore Mat Pilates Series
Join Living Well with Court for a four-week, in-person Mat Pilates series designed to help you move, stretch, strengthen, and restore all fall long.
This full-body experience is designed to build strength, improve mobility, support core stability, boost energy, and reduce stress.

Event Details
📅 Dates: Thursdays, September 10, September 17, September 24, and October 1
🕡 Time: 6:45 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Location:
John J. Byrne Community Center
925 Jerusalem Avenue
Uniondale, NY

What to Expect

Strengthen and tone
Improve flexibility and mobility
Build core stability
Boost energy and reduce stress

Please bring your own mat. Light refreshments will be provided.

Pricing
4-Session Series: $90
Drop-In: $25

Registration Required
Please note: You must register through all event links and/or QR codes provided for this series to complete your registration. Space is limited.

Scan the QR code on the flyer to save your spot
Community Center Registration

Historic St. George’s 325th Anniversary Fair
2026-09-26 10:00 - 17:00 | Byrne Center – East, 925 Jerusalem Avenue, Uniondale, NY, 11553
Historic St. George’s 325th Anniversary Fair
Celebrate 325 years of historic St. George’s Church with a community anniversary fair in Hempstead.
Join the community for a full day featuring vendors, games, food trucks, opportunities to support local food bank donations, and more.

Event Details
📅 Date: Saturday, September 26
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Location:
1 Washington Street
Hempstead, NY
Hempstead Town Hall Parking Lot

Fair Highlights

Vendors
Games
Food trucks
Food bank donations
Community celebration of St. George’s historic 325th anniversary

Come support the community and this historic church at the heart of Hempstead.

Registration Required
Please note: You must register through all event links and/or QR codes provided for this event to complete your registration.

Scan the QR code on the flyer for event information and registration
Community Center Registration

Every Family Got Beef – A Hip-Hopera Stage Reading
2026-09-26 13:00 - 16:00 | Byrne Center – East, 925 Jerusalem Avenue, Uniondale, NY, 11553
Every Family Got Beef – A Hip-Hopera Stage Reading
Join us for a public stage reading of Every Family Got Beef – A Hip-Hopera: Can We Overcome These Diaspora Wars?
This event will introduce the play to the community through a theatrical reading performed without full sets, costumes, or extensive stage movement.

Event Details
📅 Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026
🕐 Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
💲 Suggested Donation: $20
📍 Location:
John J. Byrne Community Center
925 Jerusalem Avenue
Uniondale, NY 11553

About the Stage Reading
During the performance, actors will read directly from the script. They may remain seated, stand in fixed positions, or use limited movement. Some or all stage directions may also be read aloud by a narrator, creating an experience similar to a radio play or live audiobook.
The reading offers audiences an opportunity to experience the story, characters, dialogue, and themes while the production continues its development.

Registration Required
Please note: You must register through all event links and/or QR codes provided for this event to complete your registration.

Complete the Eventbrite registration and submit the suggested $20 donation
Scan any Eventbrite or event QR code provided
Community Center Registration

2026 Heroes in the Community Starlight Gala
2026-10-24 17:00 - 21:00 | Hofstra University Student Center, Hofstra University, Hempstead, NY, 11549, United States
The 2026 Heroes in the Community Starlight Gala – the John J. Byrne Community Center’s signature evening celebrating the neighbors, leaders, and partners who make Uniondale and Nassau County stronger.
Join us Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 5:00 to 9:00 PM at the Hofstra University Student Center for an inspiring night of dinner, recognition, and community. Proceeds support the Center’s year-round youth, senior, wellness, arts, and workforce programs.
Tickets: Early-Bird $175 / Regular $185 per guest • Table of 10: Early-Bird $1,750 / Regular $1,850. Sponsorship opportunities from $500 to $25,000, and journal ads from $100. Reserve tickets, tables, sponsorships, and ads at byrncenter.org/gala.
John J. Byrne Community Center | UNIONDALE • (516) 554-8124 • *protected email*
