On the board

Zoning Board meeting at Village Hall, 1 College Pl.

Wednesday, Sept. 1, 8 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 8, 8 p.m.

Board of Education tour of the school buildings and public work session.

Tour: Wednesday, Sept. 1

Work session: Wednesday, Sept. 8, 8:30 p.m.

Board of Trustees is holding a briefing at Village Hall, 1 College Pl.

Thursday, Sept. 9, 7 p.m.

Village Board to meet with the Board of Commissioners of the RVC Housing Authority and officials from the NYS Division of Housing and Community Renewal to discuss privatization issues.Ê The meeting will take place in the Village Hall courtroom.

Friday, Sept. 10,, 9:30 a.m.

Taxi fare increase public hearing and Board of Trustees meeting at Village Hall, 1 College Pl.

Monday, Sept. 13, 8:15 p.m.

Planning Board meeting at Village Hall, 1 College Pl.

Tuesday, Sept. 21, 7:30 p.m.

At the library

221 N. Village Ave.

Mr. M's Summer Movies for the month of August include "Labyrinth" and "Legend."

Friday, Aug. 27, 1 p.m.

Modigliani: Beyond the Myth, an art lecture with Mary Vahey

Thursday, Sept.9, 1 p.m.

Business for Breakfast Representatives from Mergent Online and Reference USA will provide instruction on their state-of-the-art business research tools. Join the library for coffee, bagels and an intro to the wealth of financial information available on computers.

Friday, Sept. 10, 9:15 a.m.

Drawing Classes hosted by the Village Art Club. Artists 17 years and older with some drawing experience are invited to participate in a six-week workshop with clothed models. Registration begins on Sept. 1 and there is a fee of $13.50.

Tuesdays, Sept. 28, Oct. 5, 12, 19, Nov. 9, 16, 30, Dec. 7, 6:45 p.m. to 8:45 p.m.

Community events

Temple B'Nai Sholom, 100 Hempstead Ave., services for the week of Aug. 27.

Friday, Aug. 27, 7 a.m. and 6:30 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 28, 9 a.m. and 7:50 p.m.

Hummel Figurine Show by the Rockville Centre Historical Society at the Phillips House, 28 Hempstead Ave. The collection will include examples of the various types of Hummel marks.Ê Carolyn Brancato, the owner of the collection will be on hand to discuss these artistic renditions of children designed by Sister Maria Innocentia (Berta Hummel). At the same time, the William Dawes Chapter of the D.A.R. in celebration of their 75th Anniversary will present the museum with a beautiful magnolia tree. The magnolia tree is the official tree of Rockville Centre.ÊLocal dignitaries will help to make this presentation a meaningful event.Ê A reception will follow and all are welcome. For further information, call Frank Seipp at

(516) 764-7459.

Saturday, Sept. 11

Art show at the Islip Museum, 50 Irish Lane to feature Rockville Centre artist Naomi Grossman.

Through Sept. 12

Garage Sale

sponsored by Boy Scout Troop 303 at St. Marks United Methodist Church, 200 Hempstead Ave. Spaces are available, call (516)867-0494 for more information.

Saturday, Aug. 28, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Picnic in the Park at Memorial Park, Atlantic Avenue in East Rockaway. This old fashioned family event is sponsored by the East Rockaway Cultural Arts Committee and will feature live entertainment by the Leggz Ltd. Dance Ensemble and the Long Island Banjo Society. There will be games, pony rides and a barbecue. For more information call (5160766-7171.

Sunday, Aug. 29, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Annual Candlelight Vigil in honor of the victims of the World Trade Center tragedy at the Village Green, Maple Avenue.

Saturday, Sept. 11, evening

Bishop William Murphy of the Diocese of Rockville Centre will speak on Sept. 11, faith and atonement at Temple B'nai Sholom, 100 Hempstead Ave.

Saturday, Sept. 11, 9:30 p.m. refreshments, 10:30 p.m. speaker and service

Mass for Deceased Children at St. Agnes Cathedral, celebrated by Rev. Joseph Schlafer. Come early to inscribe child's name in the Book of Families. All are welcome. Refreshments served after the Mass in the new Parish Center. For more information, call (516) 536-6104.

Saturday, Sept. 18, 11:30 a.m.

Sixth Annual Duck Race and family fall festival sponsored by the Rockville Centre Lions Club at Mill River. There will be rides, food, music, vendors, a petting zoo and more. Contact the Lions CLub at PO Box 382, Rockville Centre, NY 11571-0382 to sponsor a duck for $5.

Saturday, Oct. 2, noon to 4 p.m., rain date Sunday, Oct. 3

Aerobic Exercise classes are offered by Nancy's Aerobics at the RecCenter, 111 N. Oceanside Road. The classes are ongoing and can be paid for daily. They are conducted in the center's air conditioned gym.

Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, 7 p.m.

Square Dancing with Lee Kopman at the Rec Center, 111 N. Oceanside Rd.Dancing will help you stay in shape mentally and physically. The fee is $6 per person, pay as you go. To find out times and which level class is right for you call the Rec Center at (516)678-9238.

Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays

Saint Mark's Uniteded Methodist Church, 200 Hempstead Ave. holds services at 10 a.m. on Sunday mornings. Church School, for pre-school through high school students, is at 10 a.m. Prayer Group is held every Sunday at 4 p.m. and the church is open during Lent for prayers and meditation every Thursday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. All are welcome. For further information, call the church office at

(516) 766-2080.

Ongoing

United Church of Rockville Centre, 430 Morris Ave., an Open and Affirming Congregation, holds Sunday School for preschool through Middle School Sunday's at 9:30 a.m. Church worship at 10:30 a.m.

Ongoing

Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 240 Lincoln Ave., holds services Saturday at 5 p.m and Sunday at 8:30 a.m. and 10 a.m.Sunday School, for preschool through eighth grades is held at 10 a.m. on Sundays.

Ongoing

Church of the Ascension, 71 North Village Ave., holds services9 a.m. on Sundays and 5 p.m. on Saturdays.

ongoing summer schedule

Spotlight on seniors

Sandel Senior Center

50 South Park Avenue

Tai Chi classes are back by popular demand at the center. There will be a time change on Aug. 20 to 4 p.m.

Fridays, 2:30 p.m.

Mexican Fiesta with sangria, salsa and chips, and a pinata game too.Put on your dancing shoes and dance to Ray Grizzel's Mexican music.Mexican attire optional. The fee is $5 per person.

Thursday, Aug. 26, 1 p.m.

Duplicate bridge at the Sandel Senior Center does not require a partner. Coffee, tea and cake served. Fee $7 per session, $5 for Sandel members.

Sunday, Sept. 12 and 26, 1 p.m.

Mah Jongg Tournament is open to all Sandel members or any resident of Rockville Centre. Beginners, intermediate and advanced players are welcome. There will be prizes for winners at each level. The fee is $5 for members and $7 for residents. refreshments will be served and pre-registration is required. For more information call (516)678-9245.

Sunday, Sept. 19, 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.

The Featured Artist for the month of September is D. Maxwell. Ms. Maxwell's unique collages will be on display at the center for the entire month, the exhibit is entitled Nature of Nature #II. There will be a reception in her honor.

Sept. 21, 11 a.m.

Dine-Around at Gargiulios, Brooklyn's famous eatery. There will be plenty of time to stroll the Coney Island Boardwalk. The cost is $31.50 members and $33 for non-members.

Thursday, Sept. 30

Broadway Trip to see "Bombay Dreams" with lunch at Rosie O'Grady's. The cost is $133.50 for members and $146 for non-members for the show,lunch and transportation. An $80 deposit is needed with the balance due Sept. 1.

Wednesday, Oct. 27

New Beginnings Club for all singles 55 years and older, with meetings on the first and third Wednesdays of the month. The first meeting is from 6 to 8 p.m. with a guest speaker and the second meeting of the month is held at a local restaurant for members to enjoy dining and socializing.

ongoing

Men's Club meets on the first and third Tuesday of every month and features a 10 a.m. breakfast and business with a guest speaker at 11 a.m. to discuss topics of interest to men.

Ongoing

Care Club designed for the frail elderly, the group meets twice weekly and provides a well-rounded program featuring music, crafts, exercise, hot lunch, social opportunities and more. For membership information call Care Club coordinator Wendy Weinstock, CSW at (516)678-9245.

Ongoing