Entertainment Options Around Plainview Tuesday

The forecast Tuesday calls for a brief break from Monday's rain. More wet weather is expected later in the week. Around Plainview Tuesday there are several entertainment options.

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Tuesday's lineup"

1. There's a fundraiser Tuesday night at 7 at the , The comedy performance by is a benefit for the Long Island League to Abolish Cancer. Open to all.

2. The Radish Group at the  offers entertainment for seniors, 60 and over, hosted by performer John Walters, from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

3. Throughout the Christian observance of Lent, Our Lady of Mercy R.C. Church offers three daily Masses at the church on South Oyster Bay Road, including today. The daily masses are said on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday at 7, 8, and 9 a.m. There are two Masses on Thursday and Friday at 7 and 9 a.m., and on Saturday at 8 a.m. Fridays during Lent also means the Stations of the Cross, which will be held on March 25, April 1, 8, 15 at 7:30 p.m.

4. The offers veterans a wide array of health care and other services. The facility is located at the old office complex off Old Country Road.

5. Did you read about our latest Adam Getzler?  Did you see the story about the new at the Hicksville LIRR station? There's lots happening around town, and we'd like you to tell us your thoughts for upcoming stories in . While you're here, browse our "events" calendar for other happenings around town.