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.

Baldwin Public Library

2385 Grand Avenue

(516) 223-6228

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

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

Chess workshop for young adults in grades 5 to 8 is taking place at the library. Registration begins Monday, October 1, at the Reference desk. A non-refundable materials fee of $1 is due at the time of registration.

Friday, October 19, 7 to 8 p.m.

Hands-on workshop Using the Library's homepage, librarian Catherine Overton will teach how to find links to useful databases, navigate the World Wide Web and use the library's online catalog. Registration begins on Thursday, September 20.

Tuesday, October 2, 10:30 a.m. to noon

How to get homework help on the Internet is being taught to young adults in grades 7 to 9. Registration begins Thursday, September 20 at the reference desk. This program is free.

Tuesday, October 2, 7 to 8:30 p.m.

College essay workshop is being held for high school juniors and seniors. A non-refundable materials fee of $3.50 is due at time of registration. Register at the Reference Desk beginning Thursday, September 20.

Thursday, October 4, 7:30 p.m.

Kindergarten story times Half-hour-long meetings will consist of stories, songs, fingerplays, films and filmstrips. Registration begins Thursday, September 6.

Wednesdays, October 3, 10 and 17, 4 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 4, 18, 25 and November 1 and 8, 10 a.m. and 11 a.m.

Boys and girls in grades 5-7 are invited to attend the Babysitting Workshops to learn the basics of babysitting. Registration is necessary.

Mondays, October 1, 15, and 22, 3:45 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.

Play time is a one-hour program for 1 1/2-and 2-year-olds. Toys will be available for play. Parents or caregivers must remain with their children. No more than 2 children per adult. Registration begins on Thursday, September 6.

Tuesdays, October 2, 9, 16 and 23, 11 a.m.

After-school special is for children in grades 1-2. Come and enjoy stories, creative activities and more. Free tickets are necessary and will be available Monday, September 10.

Thursday, October 4, 3:45 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.

Fall sessions for pre-school story times for children ages 3 and 4 is taking place at the library. Registration is necessary and begins Thursday, September 6. During registration, one of the following meeting times may be selected: Tuesdays at 10 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. or Wednesdays at 10 a.m.

Tuesday and Wednesday, October 2 and 3

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.

Halloween program Boys and girls in grades 3-6 may sign up for the Thursday, October 18 program, while grades K-2 have a choice of programs on either Thursday, October 25 on Monday, October 29. All sessions will be held from 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. Children may wear costumes. Free tickets are needed for admission and available at the Children's reference desk for Grades 3-6. For grades K-2, tickets can be picked up beginning October 2.

Selecting the best childcare is the topic at the library.

Tuesday, October 16, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday story time is for those boys and girls age 3 to Kindergarten unable to attend the Tuesday or Wednesday story time sessions. The six half-hour-long meetings will feature stories, films, songs and fingerplays. Registration is necessary. Register in person at the Children's Reference Desk or by calling.

Sessions begin Saturday, October 6, 10 a.m.

An afternoon of the best jazz standards is swirling into the library. Join jazz and cabaret vocalist Sandi Rossi and lyrical pianist Tony Monte.

Sunday, October 21, 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

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.

Fall fair will be held by the First United Methodist Church of Oceanside, at Atlantic Avenue and Davison Street. There will be crafts, canned and baked goods, and fresh L.I. produce for sale as well as a barbecue lunch. The day concludes at 5:30 p.m. with a dinner for $10 per person. Reservations for dinner must be made by calling (516) 766-3778 or (516) 678-5618.

Saturday, September 29, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

English language workshops will take place 1240 Coes Neck Road.

Fridays, September 28, October 5,12, November 2, December 14, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Messianese Multicultural Center is having an open house, 2026 Grand Avenue. Meet the students and teachers. Register for classes and workshops. Refreshments, raffles and door prizes. Call (516) 223-4477.

Sunday, October 14, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Debt-free for life! The Adult Continuing Education Program at Baldwin Public School District is offering "Debt-free Living," a comprehensive 3-hour workshop that shows you how to pay off all your credit debt in 1 to 3 years. Scheduled at Baldwin Senior High School. Registration for the course is taking place now by mail. Mail registration forms to: Baldwin Adult Continuing Education, Baldwin High School, 841 Ethel Kloberg Dr., Baldwin, NY 11510. For other registration options or additional information, call (516) 377-9354.

Thursday, October 18, 7 to 10 p.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.

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.

Family Night at V.F.W. Post No. 246, 2754 Grand Avenue. Join us for dinner and "Horse Races' Adults $5, Children $2.50.

First Friday each month

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.

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.

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