Nearby things to do this week in Malverne, West Hempstead

Groundhog Day with Malverne Mel
Visit Crossroads Farm at Grossman’s in Malverne for the village’s annual Groundhog Day with Malverne Mel, on Saturday, Feb. 2, at 7 a.m. As part of the village’s tradition, Malverne Mel will predict and early spring or six more weeks of winter. The Banjos Rascals will perform, and a light breakfast will be served after the celebration. Info: (516) 599-1200.

Zumba at the library
Party, sweat, and get fit with Zumba instructor Donette Longmore-Levy at the Lakeview Public Library on Saturday, Feb. 2, from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. Insufficient registration will cancel the program. Out-of-district patrons will be charged a $5 fee per class payable at the circulation desk before each class. Info: (516) 536-3071.

AARP tax preparation
Work with trained tax preparers as they help to submit tax returns electronically at the Malverne Public Library on Thursday, Feb. 7, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. You must register in person to get a time slot. This this free service is for those of moderate income without complex investment transactions. You will not be seen without all required documents. Info: (516) 599-0750.

Celebrating the Year of the Pig
Welcome in the Lunar New Year with a day of cultural activities for all ages, along with authentic Chinese food and craft workshops, Saturday, Feb 2, starting at 11 a.m. The event includes cultural demonstrations, a performance by the Ba Ban Chinese Music Society of New York and a Lion Dance to close out the festivities. Info: (516) 767-6444 or www.landmarkonmainstreet.org.

Diavolo’s Architecture in Motion
The Los Angeles-based contemporary dance ensemble navigates a massive architectural structure in their dynamic performance, on Friday, Feb. 1, at 8 p.m. Artistic Director Jacques Heim and his dancers defy traditional definitions of dance that earned them a top 10 spot on NBC’s “America’s Got Talent.” Info: (800) 745-3000 or www.ticketmaster.com or www.tillescenter.org.