Arts, music and theatre

Oceanside Chorale is recruiting all men and women's voices. Rehearsals are at Merle Avenue School, Merle Avenue and Oceanside Road, Oceanside. For more information, call 223-6120.

Wednesdays, 8 p.m.

Special events

One Healthy Way is a radio program offering expert, easy-to-understand health care information designed to meet your needs. Tune the radio to 1100AM. For more information about "One Healthy Way," or the services or physicians profiled on the show, call 1-877-South-Nassau.

Sundays, 7:30 a.m.

English language workshops will take place 1240 Coes Neck Road.

Fridays, November 2, December 14, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Church Fair at First Church Baldwin, United Methodist, 881 Merrick.

Friday, October 26, 3 to 9 p.m.

Saturday, October 27, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Buffet luncheon at the First United Church of Oceanside, Atlantic Avenue and Davison Street. Everything is homemade, including the desserts. $6 per person. Call (516) 766-3778.

Tuesday, October 30, 11:30 a.m.

2001 Flu Immunization program provides the influenza vaccine to senior citizen (age 60 and over) free-of-charge, as well as the pneumococcal vaccine if requested, at Baldwin Senior Center, 1810 Grand Avenue. However, if a person is not a Medicare recipient there is a $15 fee to receive the vaccination. Call Nassau County Department of Senior Citizens' Affairs at (516) 571-5996.

Thursday, November 1, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

World Community Day is being sponsored by Church Women United of Baldwin/Freeport at Queen of the Most Holy Rosary Church, 196 West Centennial Avenue, Roosevelt. Refreshments following the service.

Friday, November 2, 1 p.m.

Blood pressure screenings for free at Classic Healthcare Solutions, 566 Merrick Road, Rockville Centre. For information, call 536-7300.

Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 1 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.

Bereavement support group will be hosted by All Saints' Episcopal Church, 2375 Harrison Avenue on Wednesdays beginning September 26 at 7 p.m. The group lasts eight weeks. Call All Rosenvinge, Family Consultation Service at (631) 665-7701.

Homemakers program on "Angels" will be held at the Rockville Centre's Recreation Building. The speaker will be Eileen Murray of My Angel's Corporation. Call Carolyn at (516) 764-9268.

Tuesday, November 6, 10 a.m.

St. Christopher's Annual Craft and Harvest Fair is at St. Christopher's Church, Merrick Road.

Saturday, November 10, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Baldwin Public Library

2385 Grand Avenue

(516) 223-6228

The Island Scribes are presenting an exhibit of calligraphic art entitled "Viva La Plume 2001" during the month of October.

Japanese dolls belonging to Carol Barnett will be exhibited during October.

Mammography screenings will be held in the Women's Outreach Network's Mobile Unit located outside the library. To schedule an appointment or to find out more about this service, call (631) 581-4171 or (800) 564-6868.

Saturday, November 3, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Read and Tell is a book discussion program for third graders. Registration began Thursday, September 24.

Thursday, November 8, 3:45 p.m.

Toddler story times will be offered at the library. Groups are limited to 18 children; a parent or caretaker must stay with each child.

Thursdays, October 25 and November 1 and 8, 10 a.m. and 11 a.m.

Charitable Giving is a lecture that will be presented in two parts at the library. Certified financial planner Cynthia Becher will teach financial planning techniques with a philanthropic approach.

Thursday, October 25, 7:30 p.m.

Let's pretend program is for children in kindergarten. Come and enjoy stories and creative activities. Free tickets can be picked up beginning October 16.

Monday, November 5, 3:45 to 4:45 p.m.

Magic show Come and enjoy comedy magic with audience participation. Free tickets will become available beginning October 16.

Tuesday, November 13, 4 to 4:45 p.m.

Pre-school craft program for 3- & 4- year-olds with a parent or caregiver. Registration for the program begins Tuesday, October 23. No more than two children per adult.

Tuesday, November 20, 10 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. or Wednesday, November 21, 10 a.m.

Saturday Toddler story times 2-year-old children. Sessions are 30 minutes and will feature stories, crafts, songs and fingerplays. Registration starts Saturday, October 20.

Saturdays, November 17, 24 and December 1, 8 and 15, 10 a.m.

Thanksgiving wreath craft Craftsperson Julianne Gaudioso will bring all of the supplies needed for this class including an oval twig wreath and all of the decorations. Registration begins in-person on Monday, October 15. A non-refundable materials fee of $12 per person is due at the time of registration.

Monday, November 5, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Financial Aid Night for high school juniors, seniors and their families. A representative from Adelphi University will give a step-by-step presentation on the financial aid process covering the financial aid form, grants and scholarships. Register beginning October 29.

Wednesday, November 7, 7:30 p.m.

Mother Goose story times for 15-to-23-months-olds. Registration begins Tuesday, October 23.

Thursdays, November 15, 29, December 6 and 13, 10 a.m.

Thanksgiving 101 Join executive chef and Baldwin resident Barbara Sheridan of the "Look Who's Cooking" gourmet school in Oyster Bay as she teaches how to make the perfect Thanksgiving dinner. Registration begins on Tuesday, October 30.

Tuesday, November 13, 7:30 p.m.

Only on Sundays is a new books program for Fall 2001. Each month, a selection of new adult, young adult and children's books are introduced for your perusal and enjoyment in the library's Community Room.

Sundays, October 28, November 18 and December 16, 1 to 3:30 p.m.

Bookers is a book discussion program for fifth and sixth graders. Registration begins on Thursday, October 18.

Thursday, November 29, 3:45 p.m.

Young adult department is having a "Ghost Windsock Workshop" for young adults in grades 6-12. Registration begins Monday, October 8 at the Reference Desk. A non-refundable materials of $2 is due at registration.

Friday, October 26, 7 to 8 p.m.

An International Cabaret with Shelly Shields is being presented at the library. Tickets are available starting Sunday, October 21. Limit to 4 tickets per family.

Sunday,November 4, 2:30 p.m.

Homework center is open to children in grades 4-6 on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 4-7 p.m. Help is available for remedial as well as for students who want to get better grades.

Ongoing

Scrabble Club meets at the library every Wednesday in Children's Room Auditorium. New members welcome.

Wednesdays, ongoing

Spotlight on seniors

Sandel Senior Center

50 South Park Avenue

(516) 678-9350

Lido Beach program Health and wellness program throughout the summer. No charge if "Swinging Seniors Pass" available. $2 transportation fee.

Fridays: Sandel bus leaves center at 9:30 a.m

Sandel Sunday Scandinavian Event. A program offering live music, folk dance demonstration and lessons and an explanation of native costume and culture.

Sunday, November 4, 2 to 4 p.m.

Salute to Veterans party Patriotic music and memories. $2 refreshments.

Friday, November 9, 1 p.m.

Reflections A creative writing course taught by Dr. Lenore Sandel.

Tuesdays, 1 p.m.

Holiday Fair Lovely hand-crafted gift items, yummy baked goods and more.

Thursday, November 15, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.