Baldwin Public Library

2385 Grand Avenue

(516) 223-6228

Pegasus craft workshop will be held by the Young Adult Department, for young adults in grades 6-12. Admission is free.

Thursday, August 16, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Gladiator is showing at the library. Children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult at all performances.

Tuesday, August 21, 1 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

Recess: School's Out is a family film showing at the library.

Wednesday, August 22, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.

O Brother, Where Art Thou? is showing at the library. This picture deals with the crazy adventures of escaped convict Everett Ulysses McGill and his companions Delmar and Pete in 1930s Mississippi. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult at afternoon performances. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult at evening performances.

Tuesday, August 28, 1 p.m., 3:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

The Swan Princess is the family film showing at the library.

Wednesday, August 29, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.

Two life-saving CPR courses will be held at the library. An adult CPR course costs $30 per person and an infant and children's CPR course is $35 per person or $65 per couple. Those interested in attending the course must register at the reference desk starting Saturday, August 25. Checks and money orders must be made out to CPR instructor Leslie Bilawsky.

Adult CPR course: Saturday, September 15, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Infants and children's CPR course: Saturday, September 22, 10 a.m. to 2 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, September 20, 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 and will begin on Tuesday, September 4.

Mondays, September 24, October 1, 15, and 22, 3:45 p.m. to 4:45 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

Summer Story Club is having its second session for children age 3 through entering kindergarten. Registration began July 17. One of two sessions may be selected.

Tuesdays, to August 28, 2 p.m. or

Wednesdays, to August 29, 10 a.m.

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.

RVC concerts The following concerts will take place at the Village Green on Maple Avenue. In case of rain, the concerts are held at the South Side Middle School on Hillside Avenue.

Black Velvet - Irish music: Thursday, August 23, 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Hello Dolly auditions at South Side High School, 67 Hillside Avenue. Have a song prepared. Readings will be from the script. Open call for performers age 14 and up. Performers age 10 to 13 call for information and appointments at 764-1558.

Thursday, August 16, 7:30 p.m.

Monday, August 20, 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, August 23, 7:30 p.m.

Special events

Baldwin Summer Program is holding registration for boys and girls entering grades K through 8. Registration fee is $225 for a first child and $200 for each additional child. Additional fees are $30 (4th grade and up) for day trips. Call 546-7138 to learn how to acquire registration forms.

Monday through Friday, to August 17, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Meet the new principals Mr. James Brown (Baldwin Middle School) and Ms. Susan Knors (Baldwin High School) will be at South Baldwin Jewish Center, 2959 Grand Avenue. For information, call 223-8688. Refreshments will be served.

Sunday, August 26, 2 p.m.

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.

Fire department golf outing at the Lido Golf course. $120 per golfer. Includes cart and green fees, golfers survival kit, $10,000 hole in one par three, door prizes, dinner and cocktail party back at Baldwin F.D. Contact: Pat Jackson at 223-2033, Mike McDermott at 223-3207 or Frank Slover at 546-1779.

Thursday, September 13, 7 a.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.

Thursday Night Car Classics is sponsored by the Lynbrook Chamber of Commerce. Every Thursday, classic vintage cars are displayed on Atlantic Avenue between Sunrise Highway and Merrick Road. Different entertainers perform weekly. To display your vintage car or for more information, call Harry Levitt at 599-7777.

Thursdays, through August 23, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Vacation Bible school 2001 is for children in kindergarten to eighth grade, at South Nassau Christian Church, 3147 Eastern Parkway, Baldwin Harbor. $5 fee. For information, call David Dooley at 379-0720.

Through August 17, 9:30 a.m. to noon

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.

Lady Liberty Cruise A 4-hour cruise from Port Washington. Enjoy Manhattan's skyline, a meal, entertainment and dancing. $58 per person. Call for time.

Wednesday, August 22

Farewell to summer cruise The Center is transformed into a luxury cruise ship complete with professional entertainment, casino games, food, dancing and more. $2 per person.

Thursday, August 23, 1 p.m.