Baldwin Public Library

2385 GrandAvenue

(516) 223-6228

Take and Make Crafts. The library invites children ages 3 to entering kindergarten to come in during the months of July and August to receive a craft to make at home. One per month per child while supplies last. Baldwin residents only. Come to the Children's Reference Desk for the craft.

Sunset and Fireworks Cruise. This year's fireworks won't end with the Fourth of July. The library is sponsoring a trip on Wednesday, Aug. 18, that begins with a buffet extravaganza and continues on to a four-hour sunset cruise along Long Island's Gold Coast aboard a 120-foot, fully enclosed, three-level yacht, which will feature a live band with dancing. The grand finale is a half hour fireworks display over Rye Playland. The cost of the trip is $69 per person. Registration begins Wednesday, July 21 at the Adult Reference Desk. The first day is for residents of the Baldwin School District only. Tickets are non-refundable. The bus leaves at 3:30 p.m. on Aug. 18 and the approximate return time is midnight.

Read-to-Me Club. For children age three through kindergarten with a parent or caregiver. Read as many books at home with your child by August 27 and receive a prize and certificate. Registration is necessary and will begin June 7.

Read, White & Blue. Summer reading program for boys and girls in grades 1 to 6 and another club for those in grades 7 to 12. This year's theme is "New York is Read, White & Blue." Kids will read books at home and report on the books to earn prizes. Registration begins June 7. For five weeks beginning on July 5, take-home craft kits will be available to kids in grades 1 to 6 when reporting on a book. Surprise gift for kids in grades 7 to 12 at registration. An invitation to an awards ceremony and magic show will be given to those who complete the club's reading requirements.

Summer Hours. The Library will start its summer schedule beginning Friday, July 2. The Library will be open on fridays, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and on Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. through Labor Day, September 6. The Library will be closed on Sundays through September 26.

Special Events

BCC Picnic The Baldwin Chamber of Commerce will host its 9th Annual Picnic on Sunday, July 18, from noon to 4 p.m. at Baldwin Park. Hamburgers, hot dogs, pizza and cold drinks will be served, in addition to face painting and games for kids. There will also be pony rides, courtesy of the Baldwin Herald, and a show featuring the G-string Band. Bring the family, friends and an umbrella and chair to enjoy the festivities.

Trunk Sale at the South Baldwin Jewish Center, 2959 Grand Avenue, Wednesday, July 21, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., and Thursday, July 22, from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. For sale is brand new clothing apparel, with every item going for $5. For more information, call 516-223-8688.

Sanitation Meeting Sanitary District No. 2 has cancelled its July 21, 2004 Board of Commissioners meeting in lieu of a special meeting to be held on Monday, July 19, at 5 p.m. at the district office, 2080 Grand Avenue. The meeting will cover the regular business of Sanitary District No. 2 and the review of petitions for candidates for commissioner, the election to be held on Thursday, July 29. The schedule then returns to the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month with the next regularly scheduled meeting on Aug. 4 at 5 p.m.

Traveling Zoo, sponsored by the Town of Hempstead, at Baldwin Park on July 19 at 11 a.m. Get an up-close look at exotic animals with trainer Andre Ricaud. Show is free and open to the public, so arrive early and bring lawn chairs or blankets. For more information, call 292-9000 ext. 480 or visit www.toh.li.

Lyle Cogan Sings Broadway Fun Tunes, sponsored by the Town of Hempstead, at Baldwin Park on August 3 at 2 p.m. Cogan will perform some of Broadway's most famous and beloved numbers. Show is free and open to the public, so arrive early and bring lawn chairs or blankets. For more information, call 292-9000 ext. 480 or visit www.toh.li.

Summer Art Classes for Kids. Spend your summer days creatively. Join Creative Art Space for Kids in Lynbrook for a summer filled with artful adventures. DRAWING & PAINTING - POTTERY/SCULPTURE - MIXED MEDIA: Students will be introduced to working with acrylic paints, pastels, pottery/clay and other various materials. In-depth art projects in will be encouraged for the term of the session. Students work with their imaginations with emphasis placed on developing, expressing and celebrating their own personal artistic style. This is a 6 week program: starting July 8- August 13 (12 classes) on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. for ages 5-12. And on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. for ages 9-12. For additional information, Contact: Carlo Thertus at CASKFoundation. Phone: 516-596-4278, Fax: 516-596-4212. E-mail: info@caskfoundation.org. Web site: www.caskfoundation.org.

St. Peter's Evangelical Lutheran Church. Please join us for Holy Eucharist on Sundays at 8am or 10:15 a.m. Our summer schedule starts on June 27 when our schedule changes to 9 a.m. Our Early Learning Center is has limited openings for the fall. Please call for additional information. 2332 Grand Avenue (betw Sunrise and Merrick on the West side).516-223-1951 or 516 223-1392

Operation SPLASH. Stop Polluting Littering And Save Harbors. For more info on protecting our Long Island environment, join us for our monthly meeting on Tuesday July 6, at 7:30 pm at the Freeport Recreation Center 130 East Merrick Rd. Freeport, N.Y. 11520 . For more info on protecting our Long Island environment, call (516) 378-4770 and join us for our monthly meeting which meet every 1st Tuesday of the month. Free admission. All are welcome.

Parenting Group at South Nassau Christian Church, 3147 Eastern Parkway, Baldwin Harbor. Come share questions and experiences with other parents over a light dinner while children enjoy a play group. Contact Vicki Franzese,

CSW @ 379-8119.

Second and fourth Tuesday

of the month, 6 p.m.

Kiwanis Club meetings held weekly at the Coral House,

70 Milburn Ave.

Tuesdays, 7 p.m.

Rotary Club meetings held

weekly at the Coral House,

70 Milburn Ave.

Thursdays, 12:15.p.m.

Sanitary District No. 2 Board of Commissioners meetings are held at the office of the District, 2080 Grand Avenue. Call 223-3207.

First and third Wednesdays

of the month, 5 p.m.

Fire District Meetings at the Baldwin Fire District Headquarters, 2386 Grand Ave. Open to the public.

First and third Tuesday

of the month, 6 p.m.

Sophisticated Singles at the Barry and Florence Friedberg JCC, 15 Neil Court, Oceanside. Ages 35-55, Mondays, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Fee: $8. At the end of each session, there is time for mingling. For more information, call 766-4341, ext. 133. Upcoming topics: March 1: Goodbye Girl: Saying goodbye to emotional baggage. March 8: The Heiress: How can I win a lover's quarrel with myself? March 15: The Letter. The dark side of jealousy. March 22: An Affair to Remember: How to become good relationship material.

Barry and Florence Friedberg JCC * 15 Neil Court *Oceanside, NY 11572 *

516-766-4341

JCC News

Barry & Florence Friedberg JCC 15 Neil Court, Oceanside (516)766-4341

Ezra Center. Do you have a child who needs to build their social skills? Groups are available right in your neighborhood at the Ezra Center for People With Disabilities located at the Barry and Florence Friedberg JCC. This winter the Ezra Center is offering a number of programs for children (with ADHD; ADD; Aspergers; PDD; Autism; Learning Disabilities; and, Speech & Language Delays). Programs include arts and crafts, aquatics, and lessons on building physical and social skills. An interview is required for proper placement. For more information, please call Mark Bernstein, M.S.E.D., C.R.M.D., coordinator of the Ezra Center, at 766-4341, ext. 129.

Athletes needed. The Barry and Florence Friedberg JCC is forming its JCC Maccabi Team for the 2004 JCC Maccabi Games being held in Boston from August 15-20. The JCC Maccabi games are an Olympic-style event for athletes of Jewish Heritage. Delegations come from Israel, Canada, Poland, Mexico, and from all over the United States. Athletes enjoy high level competition as well as cultural and social events. The JCC is holding tryouts for roller hockey and boys basketball.Athletes must turn 13 by Aug. 1 and cannot turn 17 before Aug. 1. Hockey tryouts will be held Thursday, Feb. 12 & 19; Basketball tryouts take place Monday, Feb. 9 & 16. For more information, please contact Joan Goldfaden at 766-4341, ext. 106 or visit www.friedbergjcc.org.

Film and the Holocaust. Has the Nazi Holocaust molded film and television or has Hollywood interpreted the Nazi Holocaust in its own way for popular culture? Join Dr. Kenneth Wolk as he explores, through clips and discussion, the interaction between the Holocaust and Hollywood film and television. The fee is $5 (light refreshments will be served). For more information, please call Maddy Levi, at 766-4341, ext. 114.

Wednesday, Feb. 25,

2 p.m.

Spotlight on seniors

Sandel Senior Center

50 South Park Avenue

(516) 678-9350

Duplicate bridge Instructor Marie Fiorillo will conduct a leisurely-paced 18-hand duplicate games. Fee: $7 for non-members, $5 for members. Registration preferred.

Sundays, 4 to 7 p.m.

Guys Night Out For the active senior aged 60+ who is looking to pursue new interests and meet like-minded men.

Second and fourth Wednesdays, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

New beginnings for singles. Speakers the first Wednesday of every month. The third Wednesday of the month, meet at various restaurants for great food.

First and third Wednesdays

of the month, 6 to 8 p.m.

Spotlight on seniors

Sandel Senior Center

50 South Park Avenue

(516) 678-9350