Blood Drive Tuesday; Two Networking Opportunities

Here are the top stories and events we're watching this week in the Farmingdale area:

1. The Farmingdale United Methodist Church, on Main Street at Grant Avenue, is holding a blood drive on Tuesday from 4:45 p.m. to 9:15 p.m. See details here.

2. The Huntington Choral Society, the biggest area choir, is holding another open rehearsal Monday night at 8. It's a chance to join a big group with a big sound and meet new people. The group meets at Huntington High School.

3. The Independent Business Women’s Circle is hosting a brainstorming session to develop ideas to build or launch your business. The meeting at Atria Plainview on Washington Avenue starts Tuesday at noon.

4. The Image of Success Networking Series continues Tuesday at 6 p.m. at Mio Posto in Hicksville. Cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, people to connect with and a spotlight presentation to give you fresh business ideas.

5. After Monday's sun and mild conditions, the National Weather Service says the week ahead will be rainy with temperatures mostly above freezing. Details here.