Events and activities in Rockville Centre Jan. 12, 2012

On the board

Village offices closed

Jan. 16 in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Planning Board Meeting

Jan. 17, 7 p.m., Village Hall,

Mayor's Office

Zoning Board Meeting

Jan. 25, 8 p.m., Village Hall

Zoning Board Meeting

Feb. 8, 8 p.m., Village Hall

Board of Trustees Briefing

Feb. 9. 7 p.m., Village Hall

Board of Trustees Meeting

Feb. 13, 2:30 p.m., Village Hall

Planning Board Meeting

Feb. 14, 7 p.m., Village Hall

Zoning Board Meeting

Feb. 22, 8 p.m., Village Hall

Community Events

January Tree Pick-ups

The Sanitation Department announces curbside pick up of

discarded Christmas trees through Jan. 27. Please put trees at the curbside only on the designated day of the week for your neighborhood:

Mondays – South of Sunrise Highway

Tuesdays – North of Sunrise Highway and east of Long Beach Road

Wednesdays – North of Sunrise Highway, west of Long Beach Road, east of Hempstead Avenue to DeMott

Thursdays – North of Sunrise Highway and west of Hempstead Avenue

Tree of Life Yoga

Central Synagogue, 430 DeMott Ave. is again sponsoring a Winter "mini" session, with evening classes of yoga. The classes are open to yoga students of all levels. The Tree of Life Yoga will be offering a series of six classes each that began on Jan. 3 at 6 p.m. The series of classes is available for $75 or you may pay as you go for $15 a class. Members of the community are invited to participate. For additional information, including specific class dates, contact the office at (516) 766-4300 or visit www.centralsy.org/community/treeoflifeyoga.

Israeli Dance

Join the circle! Israeli Dance in the Kahn Auditorium of Central Synagogue, 430 DeMott Ave. on Jan 18 from 8-9 p.m. $10 fee.

Village Art Club

The Village Art Club will have a drawing workshop with a clothed male model on Jan. 26 at 7 p.m. in the downstairs meeting room of the Rockville Centre Public Library, 221 North Village Ave. So bring your pencils and paper and enjoy an evening of drawing! The meeting is free to all. For information on membership or other events, call Anne Bailey (516) 887-1770.

RVC Community Fund's Enchanted Winterland

On Jan. 29 at 3 p.m. at Molloy College's new Madison Theatre, the Rockville Centre Guild for the Arts will feature the South Shore Symphony and Leggz Ltd. Dance in an interactive performance of Aaron Copland's "Billy the Kid" for the entire family. The performance will be followed by food and festivities in the school's new Public Square. Cerina and Richard McQuillan, the owners of Links Real Estate Group Ltd., will be honored. Proceeds to benefit the Rockville Centre Community Fund. Tickets are $40 for adults, $30 for seniors, and $20 for children 12 and under. Visit RVC-Enchanted-Winterland on Facebook or call the Mayor’s Office at (516) 678-9260, for more information on the event, raffles and a brick campaign to benefit the Community Fund. Reservations may be made at http://alumni.molloy.edu/enchantedwinterland2012.

No room for vengeance

Victoria Ruvolo, the victim of a thoughtless act of violence (the victim of a frozen turkey being tossed through her car windshield) will visit Molloy College on Jan. 31 at 5:30 p.m. to discuss the emotional and spiritual implications of her experience. Ruvolo wrote a book about her the horrific injuries she suffered in the assault that nearly killed her, her many months of rehab and meeting her attacker in a Long Island courtroom. The lecture will take place in the Reception Room of Kellenberg Hall. For information, contact Deirdre McGovern at (516) 678.5000 x 6302, or dmcgovern@molloy.edu.

"From My Hometown" — at Molloy's Madison Theatre

On Feb. 2 and 3 at 8 p.m.; Feb. 4 at 2 and 8 p.m. and on Feb. 5 at 3 p.m. the Madison Theatre at Molloy College presents "From My Hometown." Circa 1980, three soul singers pack their bags and leave their hometowns for the world-famous Apollo Theatre. Each seeks escape from poverty, leaving behind family and a hometown sweetheart. Enjoy classic R&B hits including “(Sittin’ On) The Dock of the Bay,” “Working in a Coal Mine,” “Lonely Teardrops,” “Try a Little Tenderness,” and many more. Cast members include Todrick Hall from American Idol” and Matthew Johnson from “X Factor.”

Tickets at $65 -$50 for the orchestra; $45 –$35 for the mezzanine. Contact Beth Kurot at (516) 678.5000 ext. 7714 or the Box Office, ext. 7715 or www.madisontheatreny.org

St. Agnes Cathedral School gala

The annual ball, with food and live music is set for Feb. 11, at the Garden City Hotel. The evening honors community members who have demonstrated an outstanding commitment to Catholic education and recognizes an educator for outstanding service. Honorees include Hugh and Peggy Finnegan who will receive the St. Catherine of Siena Award for commitment to Catholic education; Gerald McTague who will receive the St. Thomas Aquinas Award for ongoing support of Catholic education and Catherine Fitzgerald, who will receive the Elizabeth Anne Seton Award for dedicated service to Catholic education.

At the Library

221 N. Village Ave.

(516) 766-6257

NEED HOMEWORK HELP?

Homework Helpers, a partnership program between the Sandel Senior Center Service Corps and the Rockville Centre Public Library offers help with homework to students in grades 1-6 every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday between the hours of 3:30 and 5:30 p.m. in the Children’s Room of the Library. For further details, contact the Children’s Room.

The Library’s Career Center is now open Saturdays! Hours of Operation: Mondays 9 am-noon, Tuesdays 1-5 pm, Saturdays 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Also available, one-to-one Career Counseling Wednesdays from 6-9 pm by appointment. Contact the Adult Reference Desk for details.

This week at the library:

JAN. 12

Title Swap with Librarians

2 p.m. Come and share your favorite titles and get some terrific suggestions for some great reads for these cold winter days and nights from the library's staff. Refreshments will be served.

Clases del Internet en Espanol

2 p.m. La biblioteca ofrece clases del Internet y correo electrónico en español. Para más información o para hacer una cita para una clase individual, contacte a Alene Scoblete al escritorio de referencia. ¡Es gratis!

Jan. 13

Movies with Mr. M

2 p.m. Join him for "Sarah’s Key," rated PG-13, 111 minutes.

Drop In Craft

4-5 p.m. All ages, no registration. Drop in any time during the hour and make paper cranes for the library's 1,000 paper cranes project!

JAN. 14

Empire Safety Council Defensive Driving

Register for this cost-saving, point-reducing class either in person at the Reference Desk or by telephone. $25 for drivers age 55 and over; all other drivers, $40. Fee payable day of class to Empire Safety Council.

JAN. 16

Library closed in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

JAN. 17

Yoga

1 p.m. Lyengar Yoga instructor Joe Cilmi leads this popular class. Dress in comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat or soft towel. Participants must register at the Adult Reference Desk. There is a $25 non-refundable fee per six-week session.

Mother/Daughter Book Discussion

7:45 p.m. Girls and their moms in grades 4-6 are invited to discuss Annie Barrows’ "The Magic Half." Register in the Children’s Room.

JAN. 18

Chi Gong

10:30 a.m. Join instructor Marianna Farina in this ancient Chinese healing art based on meditative movement and breathing techniques. There is a $25 non-refundable fee for a six-class session. Register at the Adult Reference Desk.

Knit 1, Purl 2

1 p.m. Join the circle of knitters and receive advice on how to proceed with projects in progress or learn how to knit if you don’t already know! Beginners should bring a chunky wool and #9 needles.

Teen Community Service: Librarytube

2:30 p.m. Brainstorm ideas for the library's new Community Service Club which will meet several times to create video promos for the Library and books.

Lego Club

4 p.m. Children in grades one and up are invited to build and create with Legos. Register in the Children’s Room.

Evening Yoga with MaryClare

7 p.m. Traditional yoga instruction. Bring mats and wear appropriate attire. Register at the Adult Reference Desk. There is a $25 non-refundable fee for six classes.

Library Board of Trustees meeting

7:45 p.m. The public is invited to attend the monthly meeting of the library board.

JAN. 19

Clases del Internet en Espanol

2 p.m. La biblioteca ofrece clases del Internet y correo electrónico en español. Para más información o para hacer una cita para una clase individual, contacte a Alene Scoblete al escritorio de referencia. ¡Es gratis!

The following art will be featured at your Library throughout the month of January.

Upper Concourse Gallery

Archival Photographs: The Bank of Rockville Centre

Be sure to take a look at a collection of photographs from the Library archives highlighting Commerce in Old RVC.

Display Cases

Let’s Get Fit!

Don’t miss this informative display designed to help all of those who made a resolution to get in shape in 2012!

Lower Concourse Gallery

Island Scribes

The calligraphic works of the Long Island organization, "Island Scribes," will be on display in the Lower Concourse Gallery of the Rockville Centre Public Library during the month of January.

The word calligraphy means beautiful writing, and the Island Scribes are dedicated to the appreciation and promotion of the art of calligraphy. The exhibit will feature hand lettered works by members created in inks, paints, gold leaf and decorative papers. The many different hands used in calligraphy are used to enhance and interpret the meaning of the letters or words. One theme evident in the exhibit is Crazy Laws, the calligraphic interpretations of current laws on the books which have become obsolete or otherwise out-of-date.

Contact the Library for further information at (516)766-6257.

Helen Kraus Community Room Gallery and Small Community Room Gallery

Best Nature Places

Paintings by Charles LaPalme

Charles E. La Palme is a self-taught painter whose specialty is painting Long Island landscapes and wildlife. Prior to retirement, LaPalme taught Social Studies for 33 years in the Valley Stream school district. He became interested in painting when he taught an art history class at Valley Stream High School. Mr. LaPalme and his wife of 50 years reside on Long Island.

At the Rec Center

50 South Park Ave.

111 N. Oceanside Road

(516) 678-9338 or 9339

Informational flyers on all activities are available on the village website at www.RVCNY.us.

Connor and Friends

The fall/winter play group for children with special needs is scheduled from 2:30 - 4 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 29. Playtime is one hour, followed by light snacks and refreshments. Anyone interested can contact Marianne or Paul Lawless at mplawless@verizon.net.

Winter Program Recreation

The winter program season begins this week. Flyers are available at the Rec Center.

Birthday Parties and Rentals

The Rec Center offers age-appropriate birthday parties to Village residents for pre-school and elementary age children, seven days a week. All parties include an organized activity followed by refreshments and celebration time in the party room. Call (516) 678-9338 or 9339 for available dates and fee schedules.

Rooms at the John A. Anderson Recreation Center and the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center are available for rental to groups and organizations. Equipment rentals are also available. For reservations, visit the Rec Center office or call (516) 678-9338 or 9339.

Open Gym Program

The main gymnasium of the Rec. Center will be open for free-play basketball for grades 4 and up on Saturday afternoons from 2-4:30 p.m. The evening open gym for grades 6 and up is open from 7:30 to 10:15 p.m. Valid Recreation Cards for 2011-2012 are required.

Gift Certificates

RVC Recreation Department gift certificates are available for gift giving.

At the Sandel Center

50 South Park Ave.

­(516) 678-9350

Any RVC senior 60 years or older is encouraged to find out about the programs and services offered. The Senior Center has joined Facebook. By becoming a friend of “Rockville Sandel” you can access the latest center information.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Naomi Zeitlin Performance

Jan. 20 at 1 p.m. Back by popular demand, entertainer and singer Naomi Zeitlin will perform the songs made famous by Rosemary Clooney. $4pp ($8 if tickets are purchased on Jan. 19 or the day of the performance.)

Artist Reception

Reception on Jan. 24 at 11 a.m. for Artist of the Month, Ellie Binder.

ONGOING

Sandel Senior Men’s Club

The club meets the first and third Tuesday of every month at 10 a.m. for breakfast and business. At 11 a.m., when available, guest speakers discuss topics of interest

to men.

Social Work Services

Social Work Supervisor, Wendy Weinstock, MSW, is available for private consultation on a range of Social Work services such as housing and transportation, as well as individual and group counseling. Call Wendy at (516) 537-1162.

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