Cantors concert. Cantoral, classical, klezmer on Sunday, June 26 at 4 p.m. at Temple Sholom, 675 Brookside Court. Tickets are $10. A Viennese table and beverages will follow. For more information, call (516) 334-3497.


Radio demo. The Nassau Amateur Radio Club is holding a demonstration of emergency communications abilities at Eisenhower Park Parking Field 8 on June 25 at 9 a.m. and June 26 at 3 p.m.


Swim team. If you missed registration and still want to join the Levitttown Swimming Association, come down to its first swim practice Monday, June 27 at 6 p.m. at the Carman Avenue pool. For more information, visit www.levittownswimming.com or e-mail LSA50years@aol.com.


Calvary Show. The next Calvary Show is set for Friday, July 15 from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Calvary Lutheran Church, 36 Taylor Ave. Bring a toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, deodorant or shampoo for the homeless and get in for $2. Doors open at 4 p.m. Bands scheduled to perform include Daytripper, Who Cares, 3 Piece Suit and Drop It Jeffrey. For more information, call Nat Giambalvo at (516) 205-6842.


Street fair. There will be over 100 vendors at the 9th annual Jerusalem Avenue Street Fair Sunday, July 31 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Smithville Family Restaurant of Bellmore will cater the food and The Suburban Temple Brotherhood is providing the drinks. For more information, call Liz at (516) 632-5820.


In the park. There are 45 evening programs scheduled at the Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, which overlooks Salisbury Lake in Eisenhower Park, throughout the summer. For more information about the events, call the special events line (516) 572-0223 or visit www.nassaucounty.gov.


Kiwanis meetings. The East Meadow Kiwanis, a chapter of the international charity organization, is always looking for new members. Those interested in joining are invited to come down to its meetings. The group meets every Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the Empress Diner, 2490 Hempstead Turnpike. The East Meadow Kiwanis is the largest Kiwanis chapter in the state.


Knights of Pythias. The Knights of Pythias Alliance-East Meadow Lodge 774 is seeking new members to join its ranks. The Knights of Pythias is one of the most active fraternal organizations, chartered by the United States Congress. This non-sectarian organization serves the community through a number of altruistic endeavors, including food baskets for the needy, donations to charitable organizations, anti-drug programs, and a host of other activities. For more information, call Ed Winters at (516) 489-3797.


Infertility support. The East Meadow-based National Infertility Network Exchange (NINE) is now forming peer-led support groups. Topics include coping with infertility, medical procedures, male infertility, in-vitro fertilization, miscarriage, secondary infertility, adoption, and a child-free lifestyle. NINE is a national, non-profit organization for people and couples with impaired fertility and the professionals who serve them. In addition to support groups, NINE offers monthly educational meetings, professional referrals, newsletters, advocacy and talk lines. For more information, call (516) 794-5772.


Calling all vets. East Meadow VFW Post 2736 is looking for new members. Those interested in joining should call Otto Jensen at (516) 785-3648 or Sal Pellegrino at 794-5036. Meetings are twice a month on the first and third Monday. They are held at Christ the King Church.


Families Anonyomous. A free, self-help group for those concerned about a relative or friend's drug use or related behavioral problems meets every Thursday at 7:30 p.m. at Nassau University Medical Center, Building K. For more information, call (516) 221-0303.


Free prenatal consultations are being offered on Tuesdays at 5 p.m. by Village Pediatrics, 975 Franklin Ave., Garden City. Parents are invited to meet our physicians before their child's birth. Call (516) 248-8334 for an appointment.

Library Events

Jewish culture. Three more book discussions and one movie discussion will be presented at the library to familiarize the public with Jewish literature and culture. The books are available at the library. The discussions will take place on Tuesdays at 12:30 p.m. "The Metamorphosis" on July 19. The movie "Angels in America" on Aug. 23. "The Puttermesser Papers" on Sept. 13. The book "Angels in America" on Oct. 25.


Lunch n' books. Elaine Baruch will be leading a discussion on Geraldine Brooks' novel "Year of Wonders" Thursday, June 16 at 12:30 p.m. The story follows Anna, a housemaid in the year 1666, as she chronicles the saga of her townsmen after they agree to quarantine themselves so the plague won't spread beyond their borders.


Chess. Every Thursday from 1 to 4 p.m., the Adult Chess Club meets at the library. All players are welcome to attend and play. Bring a board and chess set to the small conference room.

Support group

Alzheimer's support. The Bristal Assisted Living, 40 Merrick Ave., hosts an Alzheimer's disease support group for caregivers every second Thursday from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Call Pat Kiley at


(516) 918-4009 to register.


Substance help. Alcoholics Anonymous meetings held Thursdays and Alanon meetings held Sundays in the school cafeteria of St. Barnabas Church in Bellmore. All meetings start at 7:30 p.m.


Education and support groups for men with prostate cancer are being held at Nassau University Medical Center. Meetings are the first Wednesday of the month.


Mothers helping mothers. The Sunrise Mother's Center, a non-profit, non-sectarian, member-run organization of mothers helping mothers. The center is a place for mothers to meet and develop new or existing skills. Discussion groups, committee work and special events, as well as a Time for Two program for children ages 12 months to 3 years old and their caregivers are also available. Quality, affordable childcare is also available for mothers attending groups. Call Jodi at (516) 781-4740.

Religious Listings

Calvary Lutheran Church. Offers worship services on Saturday at 5:30 p.m. or Sunday at 8:30 a.m. and 10 a.m. Childcare and Sunday school at 10 a.m. Call the church at (516) 735-1473.


Christ the King Episcopal Church is on Fifth Street and DeWolfe Place, between Newbridge Road and Prospect Avenue. Sunday services are at 8:30 and 10 a.m. followed by coffee hour. Wheelchair accessible. Playtime School classes are on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. for 3-year-olds and 12:15 to 2:15 p.m. for 4-year-olds. Children of all faiths accepted. Hall available for rental. Call (516) 731-3902.


St. Raphael Roman Catholic Church 600 Newbridge Road. Masses on Saturdays at 5 p.m., Sundays at 7:30, 9, 10:30 a.m., 12:15 and 6:30 p.m. For more information, call rectory at (516) 785-0236. To enroll in religious education programs, call (516) 221-9096.


United Methodist Church at 470 East Meadow Ave., invites all to worship in a warm and caring environment on Sundays at 10 a.m. Fellowship Hour follows at 11 a.m. Child care and Sunday school begin at 10 a.m. Call church office for more information at (516) 794-5855, Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.


East Meadow Jewish Center at 1400 Prospect Ave. is a warm, friendly Conservative synagogue with inspiring religious services, Hebrew School and social groups of all ages. Come to their late Friday night services at 8:30 p.m. and Saturday morning at 9 a.m. For more information call (516) 483-4205.


Holy Trinity Orthodox Church at 369 Green Ave. holds services primarily in English. Coffee hour follows Divine Liturgy each Sunday. Weekly services include Vespers every Saturday at 7 p.m. and Divine Liturgy every Sunday at 9:30 a.m. (9 a.m. from July to Labor Day.) For more information call (516) 483-3649.


St. Francis Polish National Catholic Church offers Sunday Mass at 9 a.m. Fellowship, coffee and rolls at 10 a.m. Hall rental available, reasonable for parties or meetings. Call Fr. Wieslaw Pietruszka at (516) 794-5189Located at 1752 Harton Ave., East Meadow.