At the Library

RVC Public Library

221 N. Village Avenue

Art lessons with Eva Ullman return to the library. Pre-registration required. Registration for Rockville Centre school district residents begins Sept. 10. Open registration begins on Sept. 21.

Watercolor painting: Thursdays, October 25, November 1 and 8, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Drawing lessons: Tuesdays, October 30, November 13, 10 a.m. to noon

Trisha Small will have her photography exhibited in the Concourse Gallery through October. Her subject matter ranges from still life and landscapes to contemporary portraiture, inspired by her travels around the globe.

Pumpkin Personalities is a display of characters who will be featured on the main floor showcases in the library, during October.

Community events

Halloween Ragamuffin Parade and Party starts at the Village Green and proceeds to the Recreation Center. $4 per family. Please register before Saturday, October 27. In case of rain, the parade is cancelled and the after party begins at 3 p.m. Call (516) 678-9238.

Sunday, October 28, 2 p.m.

Saturday, October 20, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Garage sale sponsored by the Covert School PTA will help raise money for a new playground for Covert School's 50th Anniversary. Covert School is at North Long Beach Road and Willow Avenue. Call (516) 763-2508.

Saturday, Sunday, October 27, 28

WTC disaster benefit at 40 Maple Avenue. FDNY/NYPD merchandise sale, step-a-thon, senior fitness demonstration, FDNY novelty raffle and live music. Donations or tickets can be paid in advance at the front desk. Make check payable to U.F.A. Widows' & Children Fund or RVC Mayor's "We Care RVC Fund." If unable to attend, call (516) 536-8700 for information on how to make a donation.

Saturday, October 27, 1 to 5 p.m.

Rockville Centre Lanes at 100 Maple Avenue is having a benefit to help WTC victims. Your $100 donation will include an afternoon of bowling, hot and cold catered foods and an open bar. If unable to attend, mail checks or money orders to Rockville Centre PBA, P.O. Box, Rockville Centre, NY 11571-0171. Make payable to The Rockville Centre PBA. Call (516) 766-1500 for further details.

Sunday, October 28, 1 to 4 p.m.

Two fall races are being sponsored by the Rockville Centre Department of Parks and Recreation. The first will be a Family Fun Run (1-mile) and the second a 10 K Road Race (6.2 miles). They will take place on North Park Avenue (between Merrick Road and Sunrise Highway). Entry for Fun Run is $6 per person. Entry fee for the 10 K is $18. Registration the day of the race will be at the Village Hall, 1 College Place. Call (516) 678-9338 or (516) 678-9339.

Saturday, November 10

Family Fun Run: 9 a.m.

10 K Road Race: 10 a.m.

Art Gallery at Molloy College will present a group exhibition featuring the artwork of Molloy College Art Department faculty members. Call (516) 678-5000 ext 6549.

Reception: Thursday, November 1, 4 to 6 p.m.

Gallery hours: Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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 (516) 764-9268.

Tuesday, November 6, 10 a.m.

Mr. and Mrs. Club of the United Church of Rockville Centre, 430 Morris Avenue, will sponsor its annual church fall and holiday sale. Call (516) 766-2975.

Saturday, Nov. 10, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Harvest luncheon will be held by Rockville Centre Senior League at Pompeii Restaurant in West Hempstead. There will be a fashion show by Dress Barn of Oceanside. Tickets are $27 each and can be purchased by calling (516) 766-5588 or (516) 766-7951.

Thursday, November 15, noon

Sign language classes will again be offered by Catholic Charities Office for Persons with Disabilities at St. William the Abbot School, 2000 Jackson Avenue, Seaford. The fee for the class is $60. For more information and registration forms call (631) 789-5219.

Thursdays, through November 29, 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Judaic art & dance program for 3 and 4-year-olds is being held at Temple B'nai Sholom Religious School, 100 Hempstead Avenue. $100 per child. Call (516) 764-4100.

Sundays, 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.

Temple B'nai Sholom 100 Hempstead Avenue. Listing of services. (516) 764-4100.

Friday, October 26, 6:50 a.m. and 5:45 p.m.

Saturday, October 27, 9a.m. and 6:15 p.m.

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

Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Drivers urgently needed for Mercy Medical Center outpatient volunteer transport program. Call Sister Betty Ann McKiernan at (516) 705-1391.

The Recreation Department will start taking registrations for the Winter 2002 program season on the following schedule: mail-in and in-person: November 19 and on. Non-residents may register beginning December 3. Call (516) 678-9338 or (516) 678-9339.

Food donations needed Donations of canned and dry goods, as well as frozen turkeys can be brought to the Recreation Center, 111 North Oceanside Road.

Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m,. prior to Thanksgiving

Crafts fair and flea market held by the Recreation Department at 111 North Oceanside Road. Call (516) 678-9339.

Sunday, December 2, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Spotlight on Seniors

Sandel Senior Center

50 South Park Avenue

Madame Tussaud's wax museum and luncheon, $52 per person.

Friday, October 19

Halloween Bash complete with music, entertainment and ghostly fun. $2.50 per person.

Friday, October 26, 1 p.m.

Cinema Sunday "Finding Forestor" will be featured on Sandel's own wide-screen TV.

Sunday, October 28, 2 to 4 p.m.

Book club This month's selection: "A Woman of Independent Means" by Elizabeth Forsythe. Enjoy a lively discussion of this monthly book selection. Books may be borrowed from the Sandel Center. Call to reserve.

Wednesday, October 31, 2 p.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. Refreshments at $2.

Friday, November 9, 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.

Best in Show will be shown at the center.

Sunday, November 18, 2 to 4 p.m.

Mock trial Assistant District attorneys from DA Denis Dillon's office re-enact an actual trial. Seniors act as the jury.

Friday, November 30, 1 p.m

Sandel Senior Men's Club Breakfast and business, with guest speakers of particular interest to men.

First and third Tuesday of the month, 10 a.m.

Hawaii escape 9 days, with 7 breakfasts and 3 dinners. Highlights include: Waikiki Beach, Pearl Harbor, Wailua River Cruise, two islands featuring Oahu and Kauai. Price includes round trip airfare and cancellation insurance. Double: $1,879 per person. Single: $2,479 per person. Deposit: $250.

March 7, 2002

New Orleans getaway 5 days with 4 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners. Highlights include: the French Quarter, Cafe Du Monde, New Orleans School of Cooking, Court of Two Sisters. Price includes round trip airfare, cancellation insurance and hotel transfers. Double: $1,070 per person. Single: $1,320.

New creative writing course The instructor is Dr. Lenore Sandel, Professor Emeritus of Library Studies.

Tuesdays, 1 p.m.

Art classes with professional instructor. Weekly.

Thursdays, 10 a.m.

"The News" is a weekly discussion of current events.

Wednesdays, 10:45 a.m.

Ballroom dance classes taught by Morris Bezviner.

Mondays, 12:15 p.m.

New beginnings club Listen to speakers and on the third Wednesday of every month meet at a local restaurant to socialize and enjoy good food.

First Wednesday of every month 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Range of Motion taught by Gloria Berger.

Mondays, 11 a.m.