West Hempstead Library Board meets on Monday, Sept. 22 at 8 p.m. in the library’s community room.
Lakeview Library Board meets on Wednesday, Sept. 10 at 8 p.m. in the library.
Malverne Board of Education meets on Tuesday, Sept. 9 at 8 p.m. in the Malverne High School library.
West Hempstead Board of Education will hold its business meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 16 at 7:30 p.m. in the Chestnut Street board room. There will be a math educational presentation.
Malverne Village Board meets on Wednesday, Oct. 1 at 7:30 p.m. at Village Hall on Church Street.
The Mothers of Malverne or MOM will meet on Thursday, Sept. 4 at 7:30 p.m. at Malverne Village Hall. The group, which includes members from Malverne, Lynbrook, Franklin Square, Valley Stream, Rockville Centre and Oceanside, meets monthly from September to June to provide a social and support network for mothers of young children as well as events for kids. For more information, visit the group’s Web site at momsofmalverne.tripod.com or email mothersofmalverne@yahoo.com.
Around Town
The Laugh for a Cure 2 fundraiser to benefit the American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer will be on Friday, Sept. 5 at 7 p.m., at the Pompei Restaurant in West Hempstead. The event will include dinner, a comedy show and raffles. Tickets are $60 per person and this includes wine. For tickets or more information, call Elisa (516) 445-0418.
The Malverne Historical and Preservation Society will have its Trash and Treasure Sale on Sept. 6 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Treasure seekers will find artwork, crafts, books, jewelry, baby items and much more. For more information, call (516) 825-5787 or (516) 792-1910.
The West Hempstead Kiwanis Club will host its 13th annual Pasta Dinner on Tuesday, Sept. 9 from 7 to 10 p.m. The cost is $25 per person for an unlimited buffet, which includes salad, two choices of pasta, meatballs, Italian bread, cake and coffee. There will be a cash bar. For more information, contact George Silkes at (516) 489-0275.
The Malverne Volunteer Ambulance Corps will celebrate its 40th anniversary with a celebratory dinner for both its members, benefactors and the community on Saturday, Sept. 13 at 7 p.m. at the Lynbrook Elks on Hempstead Avenue in Lynbrook. Cocktails will start at 7 p.m., followed by dinner and dancing. Everyone is welcome to attend. Tickets are $25 and all payments should be made payable to the MVAC. The MVAC will also be distributing a commemorative sponsorship book, which will be distributed at the dinner. All local businesses and individuals are invited to have a place in the MVAC’s history through this commemorative document. For sponsorship levels available and more information, contact John Karam (516) 593-2928.
Margot Leverett and The Klezmer Mountain Boys will be performing at The Jewish Community Center of West Hempstead on Saturday, Sept. 13 at 8:30 p.m. To purchase tickets or for more information, call (516) 481-7448. Tickets are $18, group sales of 10 or more are $15 per ticket and VIP tickets are $50 per ticket. The VIP price includes preferred seating and admission into a reception with the band after the concert. Tickets at the door (if tickets are available) will be $20.
The Malverne Merchants and Professional Association will have its annual Merchant Fair on Sunday, Sept. 14 on Hempstead Avenue in Malverne. There will be dance, pony rides and music for entertainment as well as fitness and self defense demonstrations throughout the day. This event will be held in conjunction with the association’s Classic Car Show located next to Connolly Station. This is a day where businesses can advertise through their promotional materials and giveaways. For more information, call Henry Stampfel at (516) 375-4041 or Nancy Friedman at (516) 446-1284, Monday through Friday anytime between 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The Malverne American Legion Post #44 will conduct a joint installation ceremony honoring Commander John Hassett and his officers and Auxiliary President Susan Sayers and her officers on Saturday, Sept. 20 at 7 p.m. at the Joseph W. Murtha Memorial Hall, Legion Place in Malverne. Please R.S.V.P. by Sept. 10 by calling (516) 593-5358.
The Ladies of Cathedral Post 1087 American Legion Auxiliary in West Hempstead will host a Chinese Auction fundraiser on Friday, Sept. 26 at 7 p.m. at the post on 233 Woodlawn Road. There is a $5 donation, which includes refreshments and door prizes. For more information, call Joan (516) 538-0841 or Carmen (516) 481-7907.
Libraries
Malverne Public Library
61 St. Thomas Place
(516) 599-0750
Eddie Costello’s Trash or Treasure Antiques Roadshow will be on Saturday, Sept. 6 from 1 to 3 p.m. Do you have something that is old, unusual, perhaps even bizarre? This is a unique program to help you learn how to detect the old and recognize the valuable. The first 40 people to sign-up may bring one item for a free appraisal. The program ends with a "Blue Ribbon Award" presented to the patron that brought the most unique antique or collectible of the show.
Computer 1st Grade for Grownups will be on Tuesday, Sept. 9 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. In this workshop you will learn how to work with text including inputting, inserting, moving and erasing, learn basic word processing skills, understand commands and dialog boxes, and setup and create an email. There is a $5 fee during sign-up. No cash will be accepted.
The Independent Film “Choking Man” will be shown on Friday, Sept. 19 from 2 to 4 p.m.
Defensive Driving Course will be held on Saturday, Sept. 20 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. This is a regular Defensive Driving Course open to drivers of all ages. The fee for the course is $35, which must be paid by check, no cash will be accepted.
Nassau County Department of Assessment Outreach will be on Wednesday, Sept. 24 from 4 to 7 p.m.
A how to use your digital camera class will be on Wednesday, Oct. 1 from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
West Hempstead Public Library 500 Hempstead Ave.
(516) 481-6591
Pajama Storytime program will be on Monday, Sept. 8 from 7 to 7:30 p.m. Children ages 3 to 5 can visit the library to enjoy stories, songs and a craft. Bring your teddy bear, a grown-up and wear pajamas.
A Get Organized Now program will be on Monday, Sept. 8 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. The organized lady will help you organize your stuff.
Senior Connections class will be on Tuesday, Sept. 9 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Consult the library’s knowledgeable Senior Connections volunteer. She can provide answers, advice and referrals for the community's senior citizens.
Parenting and Playtime program will be on Wednesday, Sept. 10 from 9:15 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. This will be an informal workshop for a parent or caregiver and children from ages 1 to 3. Specialists in early childhood concerns will attend to address issues and answer questions.
The movie “The Bucket List” will be shown on Friday, Sept. 12 at 1:30 p.m.
Paranormal Adventurers will be on Monday, Sept. 15 from 7 to 9 p.m. Join the Paranormal Adventurers as they describe their encounters with ghosts and spirits.
Knit and Crochet class will be on Tuesday, Sept. 16 from 7 to 9 p.m. The cost is $1.
A Trip to Mohonk Mountain House in the Hudson Valley will be on Wednesday, Sept. 17 from 7:15 a.m. to 7 p.m. A buffet lunch is included. The cost is $83 per person.
Parenting and Playtime program will be on Wednesday, Sept. 17 from 9:15 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. This will be an informal workshop for a parent or caregiver and children from ages 1 to 3. Specialists in early childhood concerns will attend to address issues and answer questions.
S.A.T. Class will be on Thursday, Sept. 18 from 6:45 to 8:45 p.m. This is a six-week math and verbal course to help high school sophomores and juniors prepare for the S.A.T. Register at the Young Adult Desk beginning on Tuesday, Sept. 2. The cost is $80.
Lakeview Public Library
1120 Woodfield Road
Rockville Centre
(516) 536-3071
Homework help is held every Tuesday and Thursday from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Children in grades K-12 are invited to attend instructional sessions with New York State certified teachers. Classes in math, science, social studies and English/Language Arts are provided. Registration is required.
Yoga Classes will be on Wednesdays, Sept.10, 17 and 24 and October 1,8,15, and 22 at 2 p.m. The class will be taught by instructor Joe Cilmi.
A How to Bid on a HUD Foreclosure House class will be on Saturday, Sept. 6 at 10 a.m. A representative of the U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development will offer potential home buyers information on HUD’s mortgage insurance programs and how to purchase HUD homes.
A Single Parenting — The Stress Factor class will be on Thursday, Sept. 11 at 6:30 p.m. Feeling overwhelmed as a parent? Having health issues? Ninety-five percent of all health problems arise as a result of stress? If you desire a life where you can cut back on the amount of stress affecting you — and at the same time, develop an amazing relationship with your children — then you must attend this course.
Basic Electric for Homeowners class will be on Wednesday, Sept. 20 from 10 a.m. to noon. Participants will review electrical safety practices, proper use of mult-meter and how to remove and replace a switch and receptacle. GFCI’s will also be introduced and participants will be able to check the basic before calling an electrician.
Schools
The Jewish Community Center of West Hempstead’s Nursery School enrollment for the 2008 –09 school year is now under way. The center offers a program enriched with both Judaic and secular studies as well as guest educators and special programs. Special incentives are now being offered for early enrollment. To register, call Jackie at (516) 481-7057 or (516) 481-7448.
