The Over 50 Fair, in its 15th year, returns to the Hilton
Long Island/Huntington on Sunday, Sept. 22 from 10 am to 4:30 pm.
Each year, Baby Boomers, seniors, and those a bit younger meet with over 80
exhibitors and attend 25 classes geared toward them. The Over 50 Fair annually
entertains and educates hundreds of Long Islanders.
Businesses and non-profits promote local products and services, including health
and wellness, education, travel, and financial services, plus some less expected,
such as several book authors and psychics.
Over 50 Fair is the brainchild of East Hills resident Barbara Kaplan, who also
coordinates the All Kids Fair each April.
Kaplan said the Over 50 Fair is not a typical senior fair, offering opportunities for people to learn, interact, and have fun.
“Our guests can meet with many experts in their fields all in one place,”
she added.
Some of this year’s draws will be “arts and crafts for adults” with One River
School of Art + Design, a singles lounge, compliments of MTN Matchmaking, and
a live acoustic music showcase presented by Carrie Creative Concepts.
This year’s classes include “Downsizing your Home” with Realtor Anna
Beigelman; “How to Improve Your Dating and Sex Life After 50” with Maureen
Tara Nelson, “Adventures of a Ghost Hunter,” with Joe Giaquinto; and a “Soft
Landing in Retirement” financial talk with Fortis Lux. Additional classes will
include a comedy show, foot care for people with diabetes, and a fitness and
self-defense class.
Free health screenings will include hearing screenings from Anywhere Audiology.
There will be free blood pressure checks, energy wellness scans, and reiki
healings available.
This event has built a loyal following due to its consistent presentation of various
classes, products, and services they find appealing.
Feedback from the attendees and exhibitors after the 2023 event was very
positive.
Exhibitor Joe Satriano of the Susan Satriano Foundation said the
Over 50 Fair “runs smoothly because of her [Barbara Kaplan’s] organizational
skills, her kind demeanor, and her willingness to ensure that those who attend
have a great experience.”
The Over 50 Fair was just voted 2024’s Best of Nassau County in the Best
Annual Event/Festival – Live or Virtual category for the 10th consecutive year.
The Interfaith Nutrition Network, a local non-profit that helps Long Island’s
needy, will be in attendance collecting non-perishable food and funds.
Those who donate will receive raffle tickets to win terrific donated prizes.
Tickets are $5 in advance at www.Over50Fair.com, which includes all classes,
exhibits, singles lounge, music performances, health screenings, and more.
Those who purchase tickets online will receive a raffle ticket at the event for a
special door prize raffle. Tickets are also available at the door for $7, and it is
free for Veterans to attend with ID.
This year’s event sponsors include Acupuncture Wellness Services, Men on the
Move, Optum Medical Care, Wellcare, Schneps Media, The Garden City News,
Herald Community Newspapers, and 516Ads.com/631Ads.com.
For more information about this and future events, visit www.Over50Fair.com.
Barbara Kaplan can be reached at 516-621-1446.
