Sept. 22: Two Local Open Houses

This Thursday, there are two open houses being held in Hauppauge for students and seniors. Middle school parents have the chance to meet their children's teachers while The Arbors in Hauppauge opens the doors to its residential community.

Here's our top five picks:

1. Hauppauge school district's will meet at 8 a.m. at .

2. will be holding an for seniors and their families from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Learn about their residential living options for seniors, their newly renovated community center and daily events.

3. Want to get your children drinking something healthy after school? Whole Foods in Lake Grove offers them the chance to learn how to at 5 p.m. It's free.

4. Parents, don't miss out on the chance to meet your child's teachers at 's Open House. Learn what's expected of your student, upcoming papers and projects to stay ahead of the game.

5. Do you know someone in Hauppauge who is following their American Dream? How has their American Dream been shaped by the recession? Share their story with Patch by emailing the editor at sara-megan.walsh@patch.com.