Cancelations: Due to the terrorist attack at the World Trade Center, many events have been canceled. Please note changes to items in the Community Update and call ahead if you are not sure an event is still on.

On board

Board of Trustee meeting at One College Place on Sept. 24 has been rescheduled.
Monday, Oct. 4, 8:15 p.m.
School board meeting to be held in Room 112 of South Side High School.
Tuesday, September 25, 8:30 p.m.
Rosa Lee Young Childhood Centre willpresent its plans for the former Arbor Inn property at the Sandel Senior Center, 50 South Park Avenue.
Monday, Oct. 15, 7:30 p.m.

Arts, Music & Theater

Pastel portrait demonstration by accomplished artist and teacher Dan Slapo will take place in the downstairs meeting room of the Rockville Centre Library, 221 North Village Avenue. Admission is free and open to non-members. Call (516) 485-4505.
Tuesday, September 25, 7 p.m.
Country fine arts & crafts show will take place at Saint Mark's United Methodist Church, 200 Hempstead Avenue. Refreshments on sale. Admission: adults over 16 pay $1. Call (516) 766-2080.
Saturday, September 29, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday, September 30, noon to 5 p.m.

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 4, 11,18, 25, November 1 and 8, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Drawing lessons: Tuesdays, October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, November 13, 10 a.m. to noon
Billy Elliot explores the world of an 11-year old English coal miner's son with an unexpected gift and passion for ballet.
Friday, September 28, 1 p.m.
Fixed income investment Stephen Murphy, a vice president at Salomon Smith Barney, offers his expertise on maximizing investments on a fixed income.
Thursday, September 20, 1 p.m.
Guitar & flute duo Flutist Kathleen McDonald and guitarist Pasquale Bianculli are coming to the library. Their program will feature classical, baroque and modern works.
Sunday, September 30, 2 p.m.
Marisa's Garden The library invites you to a dedication ceremony of a garden in remembrance of Marisa, the daughter of the De Gray family.
Sunday, September 23, 2 p.m.
Disgrace by J.M. Coetzee is a vivid portrayal of the post-apartheid world of South Africa. Join Edna Ritzenberg for a discussion.
Monday, October 15, 11 a.m.

Community events

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, September 20 to November 29, 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Antique car show takes place at the Malverne Commuter parking lot. Applications to exhibit are available at Our Town Grille and John/Kristin Insurance.
Sunday, Sept. 23, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Lecture Bishop Emil Wcela, auxiliary Bishop of the Diocese of Rockville Centre, is presenting a lecture on "The Catholic Church and the Bible: The Past 100 Years." St. Joseph Church, Franklin Avenue and Fifth Street, Garden City.
Tuesday, September 25, 8 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.
20th Annual golf & tennis classic is being held at the Seawane Country Club in Hewlett Harbor and the Rockaway Hunt Club in Lawrence. For information, call (516) 705-1021.
Monday, September 24
Words We Live By is a mini lexicon at Molloy College, Multi-Purpose Room, Wilbur Arts Center. Father Thomas M. Catania will explore the meaning of words such as faith, theology and spirituality.
Sunday, September 30, 3 p.m.
Mayor's Golf Classic Golf tournament and dinner at the Rockville Links Country Club. A benefit for the RVC Community Fund, Inc.
Monday, October 1
Raindate: Tuesday, October 9
Constantine's Sword is the book being discussed by Rabbi Paul Kushner and Father Thomas M. Catania at Molloy College, Multi-Purpose Room, Wilbur Arts Center. The book examines the role of the Roman Catholic Church throughout history concerning its promotion of anti-Semitism, as well as the progress Church has made in recent years to reverse its position towards the Jews.
Sunday, October 7, 3 p.m.
RVC Christian Singles will hold their next monthly regular meeting in the basement meeting room of St. Agnes rectory, 29 Quealy Place. New members (21+) are invited.
Tuesday, October 9, 7:30 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.
Friends of Mercy Medical Center will sponsor its 20th Annual Men's Golf & Tennis Classic at the Seawane Country Club in Hewlett Harbor and the Rockaway Hunt Club in Lawrence. End-of-day highlights include shoot-out contests, cocktails, dinner, silent auction, awards, prizes and raffles. Call (516) 705-1021.
Monday, September 24
Drivers urgently needed for Mercy Medical Center outpatient volunteer transport program. Call Sister Betty Ann McKiernan at (516) 705-1391.

Spotlight on Seniors

Sandel Senior Center
50 South Park Avenue
Monte Carlo Casino Night Supporting the 25th Anniversary of the Center at the Anselma Room, Molloy College has been postponed. Tickets are $50 per person. Includes cocktails, hor d' oevres and starter complimentary gaming chips. Additional chips can be purchased throughout the evening by either cash or check. Call (516) 678-9350.
Postponed
Art classes with professional instructor. Weekly.
Thursdays, 10 a.m.
Music appreciation classes Weekly.
Fridays, 1 p.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.

At the Rec Center

111 North Oceanside Road
(516) 678-9338/9339
Square dance lessons are ongoing at the Rec Center.First lesson free. Fee $5.
Wednesdays, 8:30-10 pm..