Nearby things to do this week in Malverne, West Hempstead

Coding for kids
Children are invited to the Lakeview Public Library for some basic tips on coding on Friday, Learn from basic coding on Saturday, Aug. 31, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. The classes will feature experts from TecEquity. For children and teens in grades three to eight. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Please register in advance for all programs by calling or visiting the library. Info: (516) 536-3071.

Mah Jong at the library
Stop by Malverne Public Library on Tuesday, Sept. 3, from 1 to 4 p.m. for an afternoon of mah jong. Test your skills with these colorful tiles and may the best mah-jong player win! All experienced players are welcome to attend. Please bring your mah jong and card set. No registration required. Info: (516) 599-0750.

Town of Hempstead tax forum
The West Hempstead Public Library will host a forum about taxes on Thursday, Sept. 5, from 2 to 3 p.m., and 7 to 8 p.m. Town of Hempstead Receiver of Taxes Donald Clavin will present a taxpayer update informing residents of exemptions, as well as answering any property tax concerns. Info: (516) 481-6591.

Labor Day weekend in the gardens
Stroll through Old Westbury Gardens lush acres throughout the weekend Bring your dog for “Fidos After Five,” an invigorating walk in designated garden areas, Saturday, Aug. 31, 5 to 8 p.m.; also the kids can check out Peggy Phipps’ childhood cottage on Sunday, Sept. 1, 12 to 4 p.m. Kids are encouraged to use their imaginations with the interactive toy materials. Info: (516) 333-0048 or www.oldwestburygardens.org.

Always in a ‘New York State of Mind’
Mike DelGuidice and Big Shot give summer a Billy Joel sendoff, on Friday, Aug. 30, at The Paramount. DelGuidice leads his band in a rousing concert that highlights the Piano Man’s decades of hits. Like his idol, DelGuidice has become one of the area’s most celebrated pianists, touring with both his band and Joel. Info: (800) 745-3000 or www.ticketmaster.com or www.paramountny.com.