All-Stars Basketball Camp for boys and girls in grades four to eight by Fall '04. Five one-week sessions between July 12 and Aug. 13. $125. Open to Valley Stream residents. Call Hayward Alfred at (917) 705-7367 for more info or to register, or Hendrickson Park Admin. building at (516) 825-8570.
Anniversary Video commemorating Valley Stream's 75th Anniversary on sale for $15 each. Call (516) 825-4221.
Anniversary Journal commemorating Valley Stream's 75 years on sale for $2 each at Village Hall or the library. Call(516) 825-4221.
Schools
High School District The Valley Stream High School District Board of Education will meet on Tuesday, June 8 at 8 p.m. in cafeteria B of Memorial Jr. High, Fletcher Ave.
District 13 Board of Education to meet Tuesday, June 22, at 8 p.m. at the James A. Dever School.
District 24 Board of Education to meet Thursday, June 17, at 8:30 p.m. at the William L. Buck School.
District 30 Board of Education to meet Monday, June 28 at 8 p.m. at the Shaw Avenue School.
Nursery, Pre-K and Kindergarten Registration for the Blessed Sacrament School, 50 Rose Ave., ongoing, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Must be 3-years-old by Dec. 1 for nursery school, 4-years-old by Dec. 1 for pre-k, and 5-years-old by Dec. 1 for kindergarten. For more info, call (516) 825-7334.
Central Alumni Assoc. meets monthly at the Pagan Fletcher Restoration, 143 Hendrickson Ave., Video-tape tour of Central H.S. is on sale for $20. Call (516) 872-3028 or visit their Web site at http://Hometown.aol.com/vscalumni or e-mail vscalumni@aol.com.
Special Events
Memorial Day services on Saturday, May 29, at 11 a.m., at the Central H.S. War Memorial located outside the school, Fletcher Ave. Everyone welcome.
Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 31. Parade starts at 9:30 a.m. on Rockaway Parkway north of Wheeler Avenue. Memorial service to follow.
International Food Festival on Saturday, June 5, from noon to 4 p.m., at Trinity Lutheran Church, Oliver and Everett Streets. Food, fun and good company. Wear your native dress and bring your native food. Call (516)285-9782 for more info.
Spring Fling sponsored by Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, Brooklyn Avenue, on Saturday, June 5, at 6 p.m. Dinner and concert $20 pp, $10 for students. To benefit church organ restoration fund. RSVP to Carl Bucking at (516) 221-2741 by May 29.
Cruise the Port Jefferson Harbor and enjoy lunch at the Port Jefferson Country Club with VS Cultural Affairs on Tuesday, June 15. Depart Hendrickson Park pool parking lot at 10 a.m. and return at 5:30 p.m. $64 includes bus, cruise, lunch, tax and gratuities. Call Maureen at (516)825-0611, Georgette at (516) 872-9362, Marilyn at (516) 825-4119 or Rosanna at (516) 561-2131. Deadline is May 25.
AARP Valley Stream Chapter 2686 to meet Tuesday, June 8, at noon, for a luncheon at American Legion Post No. 854, 51 Roosevelt Ave. Reservations required. Call (516) 285-6274 for more info. AARP does not meet in July or August.
AARP Safe Driving Course at Temple Gates of Zion, 322 N. Corona Ave. Thursday, June 24, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. $10. First come, first served. Call (516) 561-2308 to register.
Addiction & Spirituality or "Overcoming our addictions through the Grace of God," sponsored by Holy Name of Mary, on Thursday, June 3, at 7:30 p.m., at the school, 90 S. Grove Street. Program led by Deacon Tony Cuseo.
Keynoter Chorale to present a concert of Broadway favorite on Saturday, June 12, at 8 p.m., at Grace Methodist United Church. The public is invited to attend.
VS Soccer Club is accepting applications for positions as head coach of boys' and girls' travel teams starting in September. Applications should be sent to VSSC, P.O. Box 143, Valley Stream, NY 11582 no later than June 4. Age divisions range from 9- to 13-years-old.
Look Good, Feel Better on Monday, June 14, sponsored by Franklin Hospital Medical Center, 900 Franklin Ave., from 1 to 3 p.m. Free program will focus on teaching women how to cope with the appearance-related side effects of cancer treatment. Call (516) 256-6012 to reserve a spot.
Health & Wellness Seminar "Summer Safety" sponsored by Community Pediatric & Family Health, 20 Addison Place, Valley Stream, Thursday, June 24, from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Call (516) 825-5599 for more info.
Cafe Cappuccino Revisited at Blessed Sacrament Church, McKeon Hall, North Central Avenue, on Saturday, June 12, at 8 p.m., to honor Fr. Greg Cappuccino, pastor, who is being transferred to another parish. Tickets are $12 in advance, $15 at the door. Tickets are now available. Call (516) 568-1027 for more info.
Family Festival at Blessed Sacrament Church, North Central Avenue, starting with 12:30 p.m. Mass on Sunday, June 13. Food, music, games, magic, vendors and raffles for prizes including an Ireland vacation and Yankees' tickets. Call (516) 568-1027 for more info.
Father Greg Cappuccino's last Sunday Mass will be June 27, at 12:30 p.m. at Blessed Scarment Church, North Central Avenue. Farewell reception to follow.
VS Historical Society to meet Wednesday, June 16, at 8 p.m. at Holy Trinity Parish hall, Brooklyn Avenue, to present annual Strawberry & Ice Cream Festival. $3 fee. Refreshments served. All welcome. Call (516) 825-0324 for more info.
Spring Concert presented by VS Baptist Church Adult Choir and Royal Lambs Children's Choir on Saturday, June 5, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. $15 adults, $5 over 12-years-old and $3 under 12 years. Call (516) 285-7565 for more info.
Bus Tour sponsored by the LI Society of Italian Amer. for "A Murder at Bal Masque" at Beechwood Mansion in Providence, RI, on June 24 and 25. $209 includes invite to Mrs. Astor's Ball where the "murder" occurs. Call Lillian (516) 561-2364.
Singles at Sea will host a gala brunch with entertainment at Temple Emanuel, 455 Neptune Blvd., Long Beach, Sunday, June 6, at 11 a.m. $10. Age 55 and older only. Call Judah Frank at (516) 593-1480 or Sandy Harris at (516) 431-9825 for info.
Library
Henry Waldinger Memorial Library 60 Verona Place, Valley Stream, (516) 825-6422 hwmlcontact@hotmail.com
Registration for
children's programs
The Henry Waldinger Memorial Library offers a wide range of programs for children of all ages. Registration for all programs is required, with first preference given to Valley Stream library cardholders. Call Mrs. Eagan for more information.
Travel Photography A collection of travel photographs taken by former VS Herald editor John C. O'Connell is on display at the library throughout the month of May. The collection consists of photos O'Connell took while visiting Cozumel, the Grand Caymen Islands and other locations far and near. Call Ms. Eng, assistant library director, for more info.
Library Closed for Memorial Day weekend Saturday, May 29, to Monday May 31. Be sure to check out books, videos etc. before closing the Friday before. The library reopens Tuesday, June 1, at 10 a.m.
Mother/Daughter Discussion Group to meet Monday, June 7,to discuss "Split Image" by Mel Glenn. Sixth-grade girls and their moms welcome. For more info about the book and meeting time, call Ms. Eng at (516) 825-6422.
On-goingEvents
Historic tours of the Pagan-Fletcher Restoration, 143 Hendrickson Ave. Learn about ValleyStream history in an interesting setting from knowledgeable guides. Sundays from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. or by group appointment. Free. Donations accepted. (516) 872-4159.
Atlantic City Trip run by Congregation Tree of Life, 502 N. Central Ave., Thursday, June 10. $29 includes bus to and from and coffee and cake before boarding. Casino returns some money upon arrival. Bus leaves 9 a.m. Parking available. Call (516) 825-2090 between 8:30 a.m. and 2 p.m., weekdays, for more info.
Bingo every Monday night and Wednesday morning. Monday evening early bird starts at 7:15 p.m. and every Wednesday the early bird special begins at 10:15 a.m. Congregation Tree of Life, 502 North Central Ave. (516) 825-2090.
Thrift Shop at Blessed Sacrament Church is open every Tuesday and Thursday, 9:30 a.m. to noon. The church is located at 201 North Central Avenue. Enter the thrift shop through the church parking lot on McKeon Avenue. For more info call
(516) 561-8969.
Gibson Civic Association meets fourth Tuesday of every month, except July, August and December, at the Olivet Baptist Church Hall, Locust St. and DuBois Ave., 8 p.m. Call (516) 872-6910
Garden Club of Valley Stream presents horticultural and artistic arrangements, professional speakers and judges. New members welcome. Call (516) 285-8957.
VS Civilian Patrol meets the last Thursday of every month, at Village Hall, 123 S. Central Ave.
(516) 823-9088 or (516) 825-1902.
Thrift shop at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, Brooklyn and Seventh St., every Tues. and Thurs., 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Long Island Crisis Center offers crisis intervention counseling 24 hours/7 days a week. Its free, confidential and anonymous. Call 679-1111 for help.
Bingo Monday mornings 10:15 a.m. start. Blessed Sacrament Church, 201 N. Central Ave. Air conditioned. Smoke-free. Free parking in church lot. For more info., (516) 568-1027.
Conquer Depression, Stress and more during weekly support group meetings at Dr. Nigam's office, 135 Rockaway Ave. Small groups with lectures, discussions and demonstrations monitored by MDs. $5 or $3 for senior citizens. Seats limited. Registration required. Call (516) 593-1573 for dates and more information.
Elks Bingo every Wednesday night. Opens at 6 p.m. Early bird starts at 7:15. NY #1 Elks, 11 West Jamaica Ave., VS. (516) 561-2164.
Dollar Days Methodist Church, S. Franklin and W. Lincoln aves.,Mon. and Thurs. 10 to 3. (516) 825-4567.
Bridge games at Temple Gates of Zion. Duplicate bridge played Monday and Tuesday starting at 12:15 p.m.. Lunch starts at 11 a.m. Call (516) 561-2308.
Catholic faith Want to become a Catholic? Group meets regularly at Blessed Sacrament Church in Valley Stream to discuss and learn about the Catholic Faith, to study scripture, to pray. If this interests you, come and see. (516) 568-1027.
Special Volunteers wanted for residents of Franklin Hospital Medical Center's Nursing Home. Call (516) 256-6144.
Gam-Anon for spouses, adult children, family, friends affected by gambling problems. Meetings every night. Call (516) 321-2883.
Groups
Tourette Syndrome Parent Group meetings Western Suffolk Phycological Services, 775 New York Ave., Huntington. Call Sue (631) 271-2999. Meetings are held first Friday of every month.
Bereavement groups are being offered by Good Shepherd Hospice. Call Clarice at (516) 485-3060.
Volunteers needed for visually impaired sponsored by Temple Gates of Zion. Mon. from 11:30 to 1:30 (516) 561-2308.
Recovery, Inc. A group focusing on mental health meets in Valley Stream at Holy Name of Mary School, 90 S. Grove St. every Saturday at 1:30 p.m. (516) 221-7862.
Grief Share recovery seminar at the Church of the Nazarene, 215 Hillside Ave., VS, every Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. and Wed. at 1 p.m.. (516) 561-8101.
Good Shepherd Hospice seeks volunteers to help patients and families at home with emotional support and practical assistance. Call Lucille at (516) 485-3060.
Tall Club of Long Island meets at monthly at 8 p.m. at Bertucci's in Melville. Call (516) 616-3320.
