Meeting Place

The Kiwanis Club of the Five Towns meets Thursdays at 7 p.m. at Goldie's Restaurant in Valley Stream. Call 825-7063 for more information.

The Inwood Civic Association meets the first Thursday of each month at 8 p.m. at Sons of Italy Hall, 202 Wanser Avenue in Inwood. For additional information, call

746-1300, ext. 227.

The Board of Sanitary

District One meets the first and third Wednesdays of the month at 8 p.m. at 1 Bay Boulevard in North Lawrence.

The Hewlett Business Association meets the second Tuesday of each month at the Hewlett Fire House at 7:30 p.m.

P.F.C. John J. Oliveri Post. The P.F.C. John J. Oliveri Post 1582 meets the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 8:30 p.m. at the V.F.W. on 259 Doughty Boulevard in Inwood. For additional information contact post commander Joseph Squitieri at 569-5802.

Peter J. Desibio Five Towns Child Care Center Board of Directors meets the fourth Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at 112 Wahl Ave., Inwood.

Senior Spotlight

Health Assessment. There will be a health assessment with June Friedel, R.N. every first Tuesday of the month at 10 a.m. in the Five Towns Senior Center. This complete one-on-one health assessment includes blood pressure, drug compatibility and discussion about your health concerns in total privacy.

The Five Towns Senior

Center. Every Wednesday at 10 a.m. there will be a Drama Discussion led by Harold Engel. Every Thursday at 10 a.m. there will be a singing group led by Ruth Shuster. Basic Bridge Instruction will be Wednesdays at 12:45 p.m., led by Diane Goldstein.

Adult Day Care. The Greater Five Towns YM & YWHA holds an adult social day care program for frail and/ or physically-challenged older adults at 111 Irving Place in Woodmere. The program includes social activities, recreational crafts, exercise, yoga, nutrition education, kosher lunches, counseling and nursing support services. The group provides an intimate caring environment in which seniors flourish. "Come Alive" and other stimulating programs and enriching new friendships are available in a family atmosphere. The program meets on Mondays and Thursdays and kosher lunches are served. Limited transportation is provided. For further information or to set up an intake appointment, call Cathy Byrne, MS, RN at 569-6733.

special event

KULANU-Jewish Coalition for Special Services is having its annual communitywide carnival at Cedarhurst Park on Cedarhurst Avenue, near LIRR, on Sunday, June 2, 12 noon to 4 p.m. Dozens of exciting rides, many games, thousands of prizes, clowns, crafts, pony rides, petting zoo, balloons, refreshments and more. Admission is free and all rides and games are only $1. All proceeds will benefit the many wonderful programs established in the community for children with special needs. For more info call 569-6664.

The Five Towns Community Chest's 46th annual Pro Am Golf - Practice Round and Auction Dinner will be held on Thursday, July 11. The Pro Am Golf Tournament is scheduled for Sunday, July 14, at the Seawane Country Club.

Hewlett Street Fair will be held on Saturday, June 8 and Sunday, June 9 on Broadway in Hewlett, from 10 a.m.to 4 p.m. The Hewlett Business Association is proud to present its Arts & Crafts Street Fair, featuring art, hand-crafted jewelry, ceramics, wood, leather, glass, hand painted clothing and many gift items. Browse the fine selection of merchandise. Free admission, free parking, sidewalk sale, children's activity.

Antique Road Show to be held at Atria, 100 Peninsula Blvd., Lynbrook, on Saturday June 15. The free show will be held from 1-4 p.m. and will include an antique car display, antique appraisals, and refreshments.

Temple Sinai of Long Island, 131 Washington Avenue, Lawrence, will be sponsoring its annual community blood drive on Sunday, June 2, from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., at the temple. For further information one may call the temple office at 569-0267.

The Five Towns Senior Center, 124 Franklin Place, Woodmere, is offering free memberships now until July 1, for those who would like to participate in the programs available at the center. For further information one may call the center at 374-4747.

Saint Joachim R.C. Church in Cedarhurst has scheduled its 23rd annual Diamond Ball for Saturday, June 8, at the Lawrence Village Country Club. The cocktail hour begins at 7 p.m. Honorees are Bonnie and Charles Goldburg.

Scholastic Book Fair at St. John's Lutheran Church on Merrick Road in Lynbrook is offering 25% off all books on Saturday, June 8 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sunday, June 9, from noon-4 p.m.

League of Women Voters of the Greater Five Towns will have its annual membership luncheon at noon on Tuesday, June 11 at the Big Apple Buffet in Green Acres Mall. There will be a lecture given by New York State League director Barbara Bartoletti. For reservations, call 887-9094.

The United Choral Society is presenting a free summer sing on Tuesday, June 4 at 8 p.m. at the Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library, 1125 Broadway. Under the direction of conductor Dr. Steven Rosenhaus, they will sing "Vivaldi: Gloria and Faure: Requiem." It is not a concert and the public can mingle and sing with the chorus.For more info call 781-3552.

Five Towns Jewish Council will hold its installation and present its Rudy Rosen honors to deserving recipients on Tuesday, June 4 at 8 p.m. at Temple Beth El on Broadway in Cedarhurst. A collation will be served. The council also will install a slate of officers for 2002-2003.

Woodmere Hadassah will conduct excursions to Atlantic City on the third Thursday of each month. The next trip will take place on June 20 and the bus will leave from Hewlett at 8:30 a.m. There will be a $30 cover charge. Breakfast and movie on the bus are included. Proceeds will be used for the Hadassah-Hebrew University Medical Center for emergency medicine in Ein Karem, Israel.

Defensive driving classes at the Five Towns Community Center, 270 Lawrence Avenue, on Monday and Tuesdays, 6 to 9 p.m.

Tranquility hour at the Woodmere-Lawrence United Methodist Church every Wednesday from noon to 1 p.m. at 1023 Broadway.

Holocaust Memorial and Educational Center of Nassau County is seeking docents to serve as guides or historians. All persons, including survivors, liberators, Righteous Among Nations samaritans, or second generation relatives are encouraged to apply or share their testimony. Volunteers needed. 571-8040.

Religious News

Annual Scholar-In-Residence Sabbath on Friday, May 31 and Saturday, June 1 at Temple Hillel, 1000 Rosedale Road. Friday's lecture is at 8 p.m. and Saturday's at 8:45 a.m. and 4 p.m.

Cantor Naftali Herstik of the Great Synagogue in Jerusalem, will participate in a tribute to Cantor Moshe Ehrlich of Congregation Beth Sholom in Lawrence on Monday, June 3. Cantor Ehrlich has with distinction ministered to the membership of the congregation for nearly 50 years. The cantorial concert will be held to pay tribute to him upon his retirement. Following the tribute, a deluxe dessert buffet will be held in the main ballroom. For more information and tickets, call 569-3600.

Judaism, one step at a time will be held on Mondays at 8:30p.m., from May 13-June 17 at Congregation Ahavat Yisrael, 1 Piermont Avenue in Hewlett. It's a free crash course broken into five lectures: Belief in God; Prayer, The Sabbath; Jewish Observance; Sexuality. Call Sam for more details at 616-3437.

The Young Israel of Woodmere offers a Torah study and beginner's prayer service class on Sunday mornings at 10:30. The synagogue is also holding a series of Hebrew reading classes for beginners on Wednesdays at 8 p.m. Call 295-0150.

Reconstructionist Congregation Beth Emeth, 36 Franklin Avenue, Hewlett, will have Professor Mel Scult, Ph.D. speaking on Thursday, June 6 at 7:30 p.m. Professor Scult is the author of "The Kaplan Diaries," about the life of Mordecai Kaplan, founder of Reconstructionism. He will autograph books. Call 374-9220.

Hebrew Classes. The Young Israel of Hewlett is offering Reading Hebrew Level 2, "Learn to read from a Sidur," Sunday mornings at 10:30 a.m. and "Bible Basics" Thursday mornings 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. Young Israel is located at 1 Piermont Ave. in Hewlett.

Adult education at the Sephardic Temple, Branch Boulevard at Haley Drive. Talmud study class is on Thursdays, 8 p.m.

Young Israel of Lawrence-Cedarhurst is proudly announcing the formation of its Young Couples Minyan, meeting every Shabbos morning at 9:15 a.m. Kiddush following davening. For more information, call 569-3324.

Temple Hillel, 1000 Rosedale Road, will host a singles book circle program 55+ on Thursday, May 30 at 7:30 p.m. The book to be discussed is "Daughter of Fortune" by Allende. All singles are welcome. To RSVP call 791-6344.

Congregation Sons of Israel, 111 Irving Place in Woodmere, sponsors a beginners/advanced Israeli folk-dancing group, led by Benny Lev, on Wednesdays, at 8:15 p.m. For more information, contact Harriet Gefen at 374-0655.

Hadassah. The Nassau Region of Hadassah, in cooperation with the Federation Employment and Guidance Services, is offering a special program for children, ages four to ten, with learning disabilities who would enjoy a Jewish family program. Called "Al Galgalim," the program offers songs, crafts, stories, learning and ethical issues on every holiday and the Sabbath to the participating children and their families. Each of the nine sessions in the program lasts 90 minutes. For further information, call 781-5128 or 542-1330.

Alcoholics anonymous meets every Monday and Wednesday, 8 p.m. at Temple Israel, 140 Central Avenue.

Alzheimers support group meets on the fourth Wednesday of every month at 8 p.m. at Temple Israel, 140 Central Avenue.

Parkinson's support group meets at Temple Israel, 140 Central Avenue, the third Tuesday of every month from 1 to 3 p.m.

Men's forum for friendship meets at Temple Israel, 140 Central Avenue, every Tuesday at 8 p.m. Provides a chance for newly retired men to develop new friendships and interests as their lifestyle changes.

Rosh Chodesh women's group meets at Temple Israel, 140 Central Avenue on the first Thursday of every month at 8 p.m.

Library News

The Peninsula Public Library Hours: Monday- Thursday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m.to 6 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.;and Sunday, 12 noon to 5 p.m. The library will be open on Sunday in June , from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.. Saturday hours in June will remain the same: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library offers 55 Alive/mature driving courses on an on-going basis to residents of School District 14. For courses and registration dates, call the library at 374-1967.

The Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library has scheduled a Writer's Workshop" for Tuesday, June 11, at 10 a.m. Bring pencil, paper, and ideas.

Songs of yesteryear will be presented by Friends of H-W Library in a concert featuring David Wilson, pianist and vocalist, Thursday, May 31 at 7:30 p.m. Great American songs from the 40s onward. Tickets are required. Call the library for ticket Availability at 374-1967 ext. 31.

Hewlett-Woodmere Library is offering a trip to the Wadsworth Atheneum Museum in Hartford, Conn., on Tuesday, July 16. The bus departs from the library's parking lot at 8 a.m. and returns at 7 p.m. Two docent tours will be offered, "The Best of Wadsworth" and a special exhibit, "Stuff of Dreams" from the Paris Musee des Arts Decoratifs. Lunch will be on one's own -- at the museum cafe or pack a picnic lunch or you may eat at one of the many restaurants within walking distance of the museum. Cost is $50. Register now.

Feature Film Series, scheduled for Tuesdays at 10 a.m., 1 p.m. and 8 p.m at the Peninsula Public Library. On June 4, the library wil screen The Princess Diaries, the story of an average misfit who suddenly discovers that she is a princess. It's all at the Peninsula Library.

Live librarian at the Peninsula Library is an after hours service whereby patrons can chat real time with a Reference Librarian via the World Wide Web. Hours of operation: Monday to Thursday, 9 to 11 p.m., Sunday, 5 to 9 p.m.

Ongoing Events

American Legion Post Cedarhurst-Lawrence meets every second Sunday of the month, 10 a.m. to noon, at Mulry Lane, Cedarhurst. Refreshments served. For information, call Nick Orlando at (516) 295-4690 or George Elkowitz at (516) 295-2852.

Defensive driving classes at the Five Towns Community Center, 270 Lawrence Avenue, on Mondays and Tuesdays, 6 to 9 p.m. To register or for more information, call (516) 239-6627.

Chumash Class The Young Israel of Hewlett, located at 1 Piermont Ave., is having Chumash Classes for men and women on Thursday from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. during the winter and spring months.

Peninsula Counseling Center, 124 Franklin Place, Woodmere, is introducing a support group for single adult women that will provide information, support, networking, and education. The group meets for eight weeks beginning Monday, June 24, from 5:45 to 7 p.m. The fee is $120. For further information one may call Nancy Tramontana, CSW, at 569-6600, ext. 277.

Come Alive is a Senior Day Program run by The Greater Five Towns YM & YWHA. on Mondays and Tuesdays, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Temple Sons of Israel, 111 Irving Place, Woodmere. For early stage dementia and the frail elderly. For questions, call Chana at (516) 569-6733.

The Greater Five Towns YM & YWHA will be offering a Bereavement Group starting Tuesday, June 4, at 2:15 p.m., for six weeks, at the "Y", 207 Grove Avenue, Cedarhurst. For fee information and/or further information one may call 569-6733.

The Greater Five Towns YM & YWHA will be offering a Caregivers Support Group starting Wednesday, June 22, at 7 p.m., at the "Y", 207 Grove Ave., Cedarhurst. The objective of this group is to provide support for those caring for a loved one. For further information one may call the "Y" at 569-6733.

The Shalom Club meets every Monday at 1 p.m., at the "Y", 207 Grove Avenue, Cedarhurst. The group begins with a stretch and flex class followed by a wide variety of wonderful and informative programs.

The Golden Circle meets every Tuesday, 1 p.m., at Temple Beth El, Broadway and Locust. Starting with refreshments and light exercise, this group always has interesting lectures or entertainment for all to enjoy.

The L'Chaim Club meets every Wednesday, 1 p.m., at Temple Gates of Zion, 332 North Corona Avenue, Valley Stream. Refreshments, exercise and lectures make for a special day.

Newsreels & cartwheels is being held at the "Y," 207 Grove Avenue, Cedarhurst on Thursdays, 2 to 3:45 p.m. Call (516) 569-6733.

Help is being offered for people with Alzheimer's disease or dementia in a program called "The Club." Club members attend the program two days a week, from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Women meet on Mondays and Wednesdays, men on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Friday's joint program is available for some members. Family must provide transportation to and from the Club. Members bring their own lunch, but beverages and desserts are provided. For more information, or to volunteer, call Ellen Tolle at 374-9253.

L.I.C.C. Training Long Island Crisis Center is looking for volunteers. L..I.C.C. offers a 24/7 hotline, internet counseling seven days a week, 2 p.m. to 11 p.m. Call to set up an interview at 826-0244.

Self-Help Group A mental health community organization, helping people deal with fear, depression and anxiety, meets on Monday evenings at 8:15 p.m. at St. Joseph's Parish, 1346 Broadway, Hewlett. Call 433-1742.

Greater Five Towns YM & YWHA will present SKIP (Special Kids in Programs) for children with special needs (ages 4-8). The group will meet twice a week--Wednesdays at 4 p.m., "Friendship Center"; Sundays at 9:30 a.m., "Judaism and Me." The program meets at the Y, 207 Grove Ave., Cedarhurst. Pre-registration required. Call 569-6733.

Literacy for the deaf. Peninsula Counseling Center offers a new literacy program for deaf adults. Basic and advanced classes in reading and writing are available. There is no fee for this service. Classes meet Monday and Wednesday evenings at PCC's Lynbrook office, 381 Sunrise Highway, 2nd Floor, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. For more information, contact Julia Ball or Marius Titus at 599-3482 (TTY) or 599-1181(Voice).

Peninsula Counseling Center is offering a new program for adults with severe physical disabilities. "Out and About" brings physically disabled adults together on Thursdays for three hours of socializing, sharing ideas and discussion of a variety of topics. The group, which meets weekly at Temple Emanu-El in Lynbrook, is looking for new members as well as guest speakers.

Bereavement groups for children and adolescents who are grieving the loss of a family member is forming at the Peninsula Counseling Center. For more information, call Darlene Barry at (516) 569-6600.

New women's group at the Peninsula Counseling Center, Tuesdays, 7:30 to 8:45 p.m. at the Lynbrook Office, 381 Sunrise Highway, second floor. Call Beth Ehlen at (516) 599-1181.

Newly separated or divorced men and women can meet at a 12-session counseling group at the Center For Separated and Divorced, 381 Sunrise Highway, 2nd Floor, on Tuesdays from 7:15 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. Call 599-1181.

Prenatal, obstetrical and newborn services at Women's Health Center, Franklin Hospital Medical Center, Valley Stream, provides services to women in need. The center is open from Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. For more information, please call the Center at (516) 256-6225.

Support group for parents of gay and lesbian children will meet at the Peninsula Counseling Center, 381 Sunrise Highway, second floor, on Wednesdays, 7:15 to 8:30 p.m. Sessions are $15. Call (516) 599-1181.

Women's group meets at the Peninsula Counseling Center, 381 Sunrise Highway, second floor, on Tuesdays, 7:30 to 8:45 p.m. Call (516) 599-1181.

Tutors needed The Family Support Services Program sponsored by the Peninsula Counseling Center is looking for retired teachers willing to volunteer their time to tutor children who lost a parent in the World Trade Center attack. If you can help, call Stephanie Rosenblum, program coordinator at (516) 569-6600, ext. 270.

Bereavement group is being offered at Greater Five Towns YM & YWHA, 207 Grove Avenue. The group is six weeks long. A $40 pre-registration fee is required. Call (516) 569-6733.

Girls socialization. Peninsula Counseling Center, 124 Franklin Place, Woodmere, has formed a group which meets on Tuesday evenings, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Girls learn skills necessary for forming healthy relationships.

Just beginning. A new support group for recent widows and widowers takes place on Wednesdays, 5 p.m., at the Peninsula Counseling Center's Woodmere Office, 124 Franklin Place. Fees are based on a sliding scale. Call Ruth Stern at (516) 569-6600.

Tanya for women at Chabad Center, 74 Maple Ave. Uplift your mind and soul with Kabalistic themes. For info. call 295-2478.

Parenting the adolescent Peninsula Counseling Center introduces a new group for parents of teens, 13 to 17, on Monday evenings in the Woodmere Office, 124 Franklin Place, 7 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. Call Barbara Margelefsky. Sessions are $15 per family.

YM & YWHA Programs. Shalom Club meets every Monday at 1 p.m. at the "Y," 207 Grove Ave., Cedarhurst. Golden Circle meets every Tuesday at 12 p.m. at Temple Beth El, Broadway and Locust, in Cedarhurst.

Grandparents raising grandchildren, this support group is for you. The group will meet Mon. 7p.m. Call Lyn Dakes, 569-6600. Fee of $15 a week for the eight-week group. Groups meet in the Woodmere Office, 124 Franklin Place.

55 Alive Driving Course. Registration is now open for the "55 Alive" driving course given through AARP at the Young Israel Senior League, located at 2716 Healy Ave., Far Rockaway.