Rockville Centre events and activities April 7, 2011

On the board

Board of Trustees Briefing

April 7, 7 p.m., Village Hall

Board of Trustees Meeting

April 11, 8:15 p.m., Village Hall

Zoning Board Meeting

April 13, 8 p.m. Village Hall

Board of Trustees Briefing

April 21, 7 p.m., Village Hall

Board of Trustees Meeting

April 26, 8:15 p.m., Village Hall

Zoning Board Meeting

April 27, 8 p.m., Village Hall

Community Events

Free speech, language, hearing screenings

Molloy College’s Speech Language & Hearing Center is offering free speech-language and hearing screenings

on April 7 and April 8 from 9 a.m. - noon and 2 p.m through 5 p.m. at 30 Hempstead Ave., Suite 243. For more information, contact the center at (516) 442-1211 or molloyslhc@molloy.edu.

Women's community seder

Join the WRJ Sisterhood of Temple Am Echad, Women of the Reconstructionist Temple Beth Emeth, Sisterhood of Hewlett East Rockaway Jewish Centre, Sisterhood of Central Synagogue and members of the National Council of Jewish Women - South Shore and Peninsula sections for a community celebration at a joint women’s seder on April 7 at 6:15 p.m. at Central Synagogue, 430 DeMott Ave. The cost of $32 per person includes a kosher dinner. For additional information, call Carole Bachenheim, (516) 868-4042 or email her at gamcarole@optonline.net.

Art exhibition and lecture

Molloy's Art Gallery will exhibit still life masterpieces entitled “Food For Thought” in honor of Earth Month. As part of its Sustainability Institute events, illustrations of some masterworks will be exhibited from April 1 - 30. Artists include DaVinci, Caravaggio, Warhol and Renoir. The exhibition will include a lecture by Marna Chester from Pratt Institute on April 7 at 2:30 p.m. with a reception and Q&A to follow. For information, contact Dr. Yolande Trincere and Cristina Artusa at the Art Gallery at artgallery@molloy.edu or call (516) 678-5000.

"La Traviata" at the Church of the Ascension

The Footlight Players, a local opera company presents Giuseppe Verdi's opera, "La Traviata," to be performed live at the Church of the Ascension, 71 North Village Ave. The performances are on April 8 and April 9 at 7:30 p.m. each night. All of the singers are local talent, and most have attended prestigious music schools including the Juilliard School and the Manhattan School of Music. This is a wonderful opportunity for residents of Rockville Centre to see and hear a live performance of opera without going into the city. The cost is $12 per person in advance and $15 at the door.

'Birth, Baby and beyond' at Mercy

Mercy Medical Center invites men and women who are planning a family,or are already expecting, to a day-long educational seminar on April 9. The 8:15 a.m. to 3 p.m. pregnancy conference will feature exhibits, workshops and presentations by physicians, nurses and staff addressing various aspects of childbirth, including labor, delivery, breast feeding and parenting. Workshop presentations will include information on pain management during labor, basics of newborn care, nutrition during pregnancy and lactation, car seat safety and a “Daddy Boot Camp.” Registration of $10 per person or $15 per couple includes continental breakfast and lunch, along with free raffles, give-aways and door prizes. Financial assistance is available. To register, call Karen Rennie at (516) 705-2477.

Newcomers Progressive Dinner

On April 9 at 7 p.m. the Newcomers Club will host a progressive dinner with couples travelling to different houses in the village to eat and drink and make new friends in town. The price is $75/couple (members); $85/couple (non-members). RSVP by April 1 to rvcnewcomersclub@gmail.com (subject line "Progressive Dinner").

Bunny Brunch

On April 9 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Molloy College will host a Bunny Brunch with face-painting, coloring, games, arts & crafts and photos with the Easter Bunny.

Outside Easter egg hunt (weather permitting). Bagels, muffins, donuts, coffee/tea and juice will be served.

In the Anselma Room, Kellenberg Building. Children under 12 are free. $5 per adult with advanced tickets, $7 day of brunch. For information, call (516) 678-5000 ext. 6594.

92nd Street Live: Shirley MacLaine — Life Lessons

The public is invited to a Live from the 92nd Street Y program at Temple B'nai Sholom at 8 p.m. to hear MacLaine talk about her life lessons and what she wants to impart to the world. MacLaine is an Oscar, Golden Globe and Academy Award-winning actress who is also the author of 10 best sellers. Her most recent is "I'm Over All That (And Other Confessions)" in which she surveys her life and universe and shares her opinions and insights. Tickets for this event only are $15. Call (516) 764-4100 or visit www.bnaisholom.org.

Molloy College Irish Institute

"Rock and Read" with Larry Kirwan of Black 47 on April 12 at 7 p.m. in Molloy's Multipurpose Room, Wilbur Arts Center. The event is free and open to the public. Kirwan, a rock and roll poet, will share songs and stories with an appreciation of Irish heritage. For more information, contact Catherine Muscente at (516) 678.5000 ext. 6218, or cmuscente@molloy.edu.

Nassau Woman's Club

The club's next meeting on April 13 at 12:30 p.m. at the United Church of Rockville Centre will feature a display and commentary about dolls collected from all over the world. The public is invited to come and enjoy dessert and coffee with club members. They will also be conducting donations for their yearly drive of donations of newborn baby items for "Children Of Hope-Safe Haven."

KinderPrep open house

On April 13, St. Mark’s Cooperative Nursery School will hold an open house for information regarding its KinderPrep class. This class is designed for Kindergarten-eligible children who are not yet ready to attend a full-day school program. The open house will take place at 7:30 p.m. at St. Mark’s, 200 Hempstead Ave., lower level, Room 4. For more information, call (516) 536-6295.

RVC Auxiliary Spring luncheon

The Rockville Centre Auxiliary cordially invites residents to attend a Spring Luncheon and Fashion Show on April 14 at noon, at the Pompei Restaurant in West Hempstead. Tickets are $35 and will include a charitable contribution to the (AHRC) Nassau to enrich the lives of both children and adults with developmental disabilities. An elegant fashion show will be presented by Dress Barn of Oceanside. For reservations, contact Eileen Maroney (516) 536-5461 or Kathleen Saville at (516) 678-4209 by April 5.

Panel discussion: The legal perspective of teens in today's world — Avoiding recipes for disaster

On April 14 at 7 p.m., teens and parents from the entire community are invited to the Rockville Centre Public Library to listen to a panel of defense attorneys, prosecutors and judges discuss your rights and consequences. Sponsored by the National Council of Jewish Women. RSVP to ndjw.southshoresection@gmail.com.

Molloy College Irish Institute

"A Glorious History of Irish Warriors in America: The Fighting 69th," a history of the Fighting 69th will be presented, including a moving story of one of its bravest, killed on the battlefields of Europe during World War I, by his descendants, who recount their trip to Ireland and France to commemorate his service. The event, free and open to the public, will take place on April 17 at 3 p.m. in Molloy's Multipurpose Room, Wilbur Arts Center. The presenters will be: Prof. Charles F. Howlett, Associate Professor, Molloy College, the Hon. John Ingram, New York Supreme Court, and Lt. Col. Martin J. Ingram, USAF (Ret), administrator, FAA. For more information, contact Catherine Muscente at (516) 678-5000 ext. 6218, or cmuscente@molloy.edu.

Fortnightly Club

On April 19 the Fortnightly Club welcomes Robert T. Spiotto, artistic director, Performing/Community Arts Program at Hofstra University. Spiotto will present, Artwords: The Poetry of Michelangelo in performance. The meeting will begin at 1:30 p.m. at St. Mark's Methodist Church on Hempstead Avenue. Visitors are welcome.

Appraisal Day at RVC Museum

Come to a one-day event on May 1 from 1-4 p.m. at the Museum of the Village of Rockville Centre at the Phillips House, 28 Hempstead Ave. and have your antiques and collectibles appraised. Appraisals will be conducted by Phillip Weiss, who appears on "Antiques Road Show" and Rosario DiBenedetto, a local estate liquidator. There will be a charge of $10 for one item and $25 for three items (which includes a one-year membership to the museum). All proceeds will benefit the museum. Refreshments will be served. For further information, contact museum President Frank Seipp at (516) 764-7459.

At the Library

221 N. Village Ave.

(516) 766-6257

Announcing this year’s Endowment Fund Lecture speaker: New York Times best-selling author Chris Bohjalian. May 5, 7:30 p.m., South Side Middle School.

We’re all on the same page…

RVC Reads! The library invites one and all to participate in a community-wide “read” during the month of April. Individuals and book clubs, why not read one of Bohjalian’s titles? No club? No problem! The library's got five! Come in for a visit and take a look.

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 librarians in the Children’s Room at (516) 766-6257.

The Library’s Career Center is open Saturdays. Five computers available for job search needs. All computers are equipped with Win-Way Resume Preparation software, MS Word and Office programs. Inter-net access and bookmarked job search websites. Printing available for resumes and cover letters. Hours of operation: Mondays 9 a.m.-noon, Tuesdays 1-5 p.m., Saturdays 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Also available, one-to-one career counseling Wednesdays from 6-9 p.m. Contact the Adult Reference Desk for an appointment.

This week at the library:

APRIL 7

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!

POETRY: HAPPILY EVER AFTER

with Professor Anna Katsavos

7 p.m. It’s National Poetry month and you are invited to join in a look at poems that explore the "Cinderella myth.”

APRIL 8

Friday Films

2 p.m. This week’s film is "127 Hours."

APRIL 9

Empire Safety Council Defensive Driving

9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Register by telephone or in person at the Adult Reference Desk for this point reducing and cost saving class. $25 drivers over 55; all other drivers $40. Fee payable day of instruction to Empire Safety Council.

APRIL 11

Simply Stronger

11:30 a.m. Join certified fitness instructor Marilyn Bunger for this popular low impact strengthening program. Register at the Adult Reference Desk. There is a $15 non-refundable fee for this program.

APRIL 12

Yoga with Joe

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 $15 non-refundable fee per six-week session.

Evening Books with Edna Ritzenberg

7 p.m. Join us for an RVC Reads book discussion of "Skeletons at the Feast" by Chris Bohjalian.

APRIL 13

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 $15 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.

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 $15 non-refundable fee for six classes.

APRIL 14

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 the library throughout the month of April:

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 The Bank of Rockville Centre.

Display Cases

Accessories by Jill McManus

Accessories by Jill McManus will be featured throughout April. McManus graduated from South Side High School and received her Bachelor’s degree from the University of Rhode Island. Upon graduation she pursued a career in television and media in New York City until multiple sclerosis made commuting problematic. She began to re-explore her artistic interests, including crochet and jewelry making. Today her main focus is on one-of-a-kind jewelry and hair accessories many incorporating vintage or antique buttons, discarded materials, silver, and semi-precious stones. McManus particularly enjoys recycling forgotten or discarded pieces into new and functional pieces of accessory art.

Lower Concourse Gallery

Watercolors and Oils by

Christine Verga Maday

Christine Verga Maday's watercolors have been printed on greeting cards, gift wrap, gift bags, textiles and posters. She has received both local and national recognition including an award from The Decorative Artist’s Workbook magazine for greeting card design. Recently the artist’s watercolors were included in Artist’s Sketchbook and The Northlight Bookclub magazine. Maday’s work is frequently selected for juried shows by colleges and museums, and hangs in many private collections. View her online exhibit at www.christinevergamaday.com.

Helen Kraus Community Room Gallery and Small Community Room Gallery: RVC Village Art Club Annual Spring Show

April 2-16. Enjoy the annual Spring Show of the Village Art Club.

At the Rec Center

50 South Park Ave.

111 N. Oceanside Road

(516) 678-9338 or 9339

The annual Easter Egg Hunt is April 16 at 9:30 a.m. on the soccer field behind the Rec Center. Special prize eggs! No fee, no registration.

New ‘Zumba’ fitness classes will meet at the Rec Center Thursdays from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. and Saturdays from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. $5 per session, pay as you go.

Happy Piano is among the new programs being offered this spring

Nursery School Openings

Registrations are now being accepted for the RVC Recreation Center's nursery school programs for the 2011-2012 school year.

Pre-K classes for those entering kindergarten in September 2012 are offered five days a week from 9 to 11:30 a.m. or three days a week (Monday, Wednesday, Friday) from 12:15 to 2:45 p.m.

Pre-Pre-K for those entering kindergarten in September 2013 are offered four days a week (Monday through Thursday) from 9 to 11:30 a.m. or two days (Tuesday and Thursday) from 12:15 to 2:45 p.m.

To schedule an appointment to visit the school, call the Recreation Office at (516) 678-9339.

Spring Programs have started

The Rockville Centre Recreation Department Spring program schedule began this week. Detailed flyers are available at the Rec Center or call (516) 678-9339.

Summer Playground and Rec Programs

Detailed flyers are available describing the Rec Center’s summer playground program, summer recreation programs, and summer nursery school.

Visit the center, call (516) 678-9339 or visit the village website at www.rvcny.us and click on Department of Parks and Recreation.

Spring recess trips and special events

All participants must be registered members of the Recreation Center for the 2010-11 year. A parental permission slip and appropriate fee for each event must be submitted to the recreation office prior to the day of the trip or activity.

APRIL 18

Five Pennies Creamery trip for grades 1-5 from 9:30 to 10:45 a.m.

Dodgeball Day for grades 2-5 from 10:45 a.m. to noon. Fee $8.

Just For Fun Day for grades K & 1.

Bounce-U in Farmingdale for grades 1-5 from 12 noon to 3:15 p.m.

APRIL 19

Fifth Avenue Chocolatiere in Valley Stream for grades 1-6 from 10 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

Major League practice at the Rec for grades K and 1 and 2-5.

Trip to Adventureland in Farmingdale for grades 2 and up.

APRIL 20

Fifth Avenue Chocolatiere in Valley Stream for grades 1-6 from 10 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

Spring craft activities for grades K- 5.

Gymnastic clinic for girls grades K -8.

Michael’s Amusements in Island Park for grades 1 and up from 12:30 to 3:15 p.m.

APRIL 21

Egg coloring for grades K-5.

Tag, you’re it athletic activities for grades K and 1 and 2-5.

L.I. Laser Bounce in Levittown for grades 1-8 from 12:15 to 3:45 p.m.

APRIL 22

Five Pennies Creamery trip for grades 1-5.

Mad science show for grades K-5.

Bowling at RVC Lanes for grades K- 5.

APRIL 25

Fifth Avenue Chocolatiere in Valley Stream for grades 1 to 6.

Five Pennies Creamery trip for grades 1-5.

Game/Sports Day.

Trip to Adventureland in Farmingdale for grades 2 and up.

Roll Around Play Days

The Roll Around gymnastics set-up will be available to parents and children ages 1 -4 from 9 to 10:30 a.m., April 18 to 23 and April 25. Fee is $8 per family per session. Adults and children must wear sneakers; older siblings may not play on the equipment.

Recess Gym and Gameroom Schedule

The open gym and game activities include basketball, Xbox, and ping pong under the supervision of the recreation staff. All participants must have a valid Rec Center card and wear sneakers.

The program runs April 18 through April 23 and April 25, 12:45 to 4:30 p.m. for grades 4-12 and 7:30 to 10:15 p.m. for grades 6-12.

Tennis Courts Opening

The Har-Tru courts adjacent to the Rec Center are tentatively scheduled to open in late April.

Courts are available seven days a week from 8 a.m. until dark. All players must register and pay a fee.

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. A staff member will discuss membership with you.

The Senior Center has joined Facebook. By becoming a friend of “Rockville Sandel” you can access the latest center information and see photos.

AARP Tax Assistance Program:

Representatives from the AARP Tax Assistance Program will be at the Sandel Senior Center every Friday morning from 9 a.m. to 12 noon. You must make an appointment by calling the Sandel Senior Center at (516) 678-9350. This service is available to RVC Seniors who are 60 years of age and older.

Special events

Try Zumba

Friday mornings at 10:30 a.m. This Latin-inspired calorie burning dance fitness call is designed to “Party You” into shape.

Spring Flea Market

April 8 at 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Many unique household items as well as clothing new & costume jewelry and books will be sold. Donations from the community are greatly appreciated. Please hold all donations until the week of April 4.

Easter/Passover Luncheon

April 20 at noon. The traditions of both holidays will be celebrated at this luncheon featuring favorite foods from our Easter and Passover tables. $5 per person ($6 at door).

Monte Carlo Casino Night

April 30 at 7:30 p.m. This fundraising event includes open bar, hors d’oeuvres, dinner, entertainment and complimentary gaming chips. Tickets are $50 per person.

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. A variety of trips and programs are scheduled. Check with the center for a schedule.

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 for an appointment.

Special religious events

The public is invited to a series of free Lenten programs at the United Church of Rockville Centre, 430 Morris Ave. on the theme “From Nomads to Pilgrims” with a series of sermons at its 10:30 Sunday worship service followed by discussion. On April 10 the topic will be “Grieving as Spiritual Quest.” Each Monday evening at 7:30 p.m., the Lenten theme will be explored further by Bible study, readings in contemporary literature, psychology and Zen. These sessions will be held in the parsonage with pastor Rev. Robert W. Gunn, Ph.D. For more information, call the church office at (516) 766-2975. or visit www.uccrvc.org.