Meeting Place

The Inwood Civic Association meets the first Thursday of each month at 8 p.m. at Sons of Italy Hall, 202 Wanser Avenue in Inwood. For additional information, call

746-1300, ext. 227.

The Board of Sanitary District One meets the first and third Wednesdays of the month at 8 p.m. at One Bay Boulevard in North Lawrence.

The Kiwanis Club of the Five Towns meets Thursdays at 7p.m. at Goldie's Restaurant in Valley Stream. One may call 825-7063 for more information.

The Hewlett Business Association meets the second Tuesday of each month, at the Hewlett Fire House, at 7:30 p.m.

The Woodmere Merchants Association meets the first Monday of each month at the Woodmere-Lawrence United Methodist Church in Woodmere at 6:30 p.m.

P.F.C. John J. Oliveri Post. The P.F.C. John J. Oliveri Post 1582 meets the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 8:30 p.m. at the V.F.W. on 259 Doughty Boulevard in Inwood. For additional information contact post commander Sal Scotto at 239-8281.

Peter J. Desibio Five Towns Child Care Center Board of Directors meets the fourth Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at 112 Wahl Ave., Inwood.

Health Assessment. There will be a health assessment with June Friedel, R.N. every first Tuesday of the month at 10 a.m. in the Five Towns Senior Center. This complete one-on-one health assessment includes blood pressure, drug compatibility and discussion about your health concerns in total privacy. It's sponsored by the Nassau County Department of Senior Citizen Affairs.

Board of Education of Lawrence Union Free School District will convene an organization/regular meeting on Monday, July 2, 6:30 p.m. at the Middle School, 195 Broadway, Lawrence. The Board will immediately motion to enter into executive session for the purpose of discussing personnel. The Board will reconvene the organization/regular meeting at 8 p.m. in Room 249.

Senior Spotlight

The Five Towns Senior Center. Every Wednesday at 10 a.m. there will be a Drama Discussion led by Harold Engel. Every Thursday at 10 a.m. there will be a singing group led by Ruth Shuster. Basic Bridge Instruction will be Wednesdays at 12:45 p.m., led by Diane Goldstein.

Adult Day Care. The Greater Five Towns YM & YWHA holds an adult social day care program for frail and/ or physically challenged older adults. The program includes social activities, recreational crafts, exercise, yoga, nutrition education, kosher lunches, counseling and nursing support services. The group provides an intimate caring environment in which seniors flourish. "Come Alive" offers stimulating programs and enriching new friendships in a family atmosphere. The program meets on Mondays and Thursdays and kosher lunches are served. Limited transportation is provided. For further information or to set up an intake appointment, call Cathy Byrne, MS, RN at 569-6733. They are located at 124 Franklin Place in Woodmere.

Special Event

The Allergist's Wife is a new Broadway comedy. Peninsula Counseling Center Auxiliary is sponsoring a theater party on Wednesday, July 11. Tickets are $70 each. Make checks payable to the PCC Auxiliary and mail to Audrey Goodman, c/o Peninsula Counseling Center, 124 Franklin Place, Woodmere, N.Y. 11598. For further details, contact Audrey Goodman at 569-6600.

Thursday Night Car Classics is sponsored by the Lynbrook Chamber of Commerce, from June 28 to August 23. Every Thursday from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., classic vintage cars are displayed on Atlantic Avenue between Sunrise Highway and Merrick Road. Different entertainers perform weekly. June 28: rock 'n' roll band Power Glide. July 12: Magic by Vinnie. To display your vintage car or for more information, call Harry Levitt at 599-7777.

Lynbrook Farmer's Market has opened with a petting zoo, an array of fresh fruits and vegetables, jams, jellies, baked goods, breads and cheeses. The market is located at the Long Island Rail Road parking lot on Sunrise Highway and Forest Avenue and open on Sundays, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. For information call (631) 323-3653.

Library News

July and August hours for Peninsula Public Library are: Monday to Thursday: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday (including 9/1): 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Ghost Light by Frank Rich, will be discussed at the Peninsula Public Library, 280 Central Avenue, Thursday, June 28, 1 p.m. Coffee/tea and cookies will be served at 12:30 p.m.

Five-part series focusing on "Women Alone in the 21st Century" will be offered by the Peninsula Public Library, 280 Central Avenue, on Tuesdays, beginning on July 3 at 1 p.m. The substance and subtlety of unattached women are examined through the works of several novelists and by several noted book reviewers. July 3: "The Transcendence." July 10: "The Banyan Tree." July 24: "Mrs. Ted Bliss." August 7: "The Journey Home." August 21: "Cavedweller."

Holiday closing. The Peninsula Public Library will be closed on Wednesday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day.

Chocolat is the novel under discussion at the Hewlett-Woodmere library, 1125 Broadway, on Wednesday, July 25, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

ABCs of Investing. Here is a chance to get the basics and more on investing, along with successful investment strategies. Hewlett-Woodmere Library, 1125 Broadway, on Wednesday, July 11, 7 p.m.

June Hours. The Peninsula library's hours for the month of June are as follows: Monday to Thursday: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

A Rockette Remembers is presented by the Friends of the Hewlett-Woodmere Library, 1125 Broadway, with Corliss Fyfe Whitney, a former Rockette, on Thursday, July 12, 10:30 a.m.

How to pay for college without going broke is the topic of discussion at the Hewlett-Woodmere Library, 1125 Broadway, Thursday, July 17, 7 p.m.

Best in Show is the film being shown at the Hewlett-Woodmere Library, 1125 Broadway, on Wednesday, July 18, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

The Jazz Connection is a jazz quartet presenting a "Little Summer Music in the Courtyard," at the Hewlett-Woodmere Library, 1125 Broadway, on Thursday, July 12, 7 p.m.

Highlights in Jazz. The Hewlett-Woodmere Library, 1125 Broadway, presents internationally acclaimed pianist/vocalist Daryl Sherman, on Thursday, July 19, 7:30 p.m. Call the library at 374-1967 regarding ticket availability.

The Artist as Fiction's Muse. Currently a number of contemporary writers have focused on either the role of the artist as main character and/or found inspiration in the works of some of our most revered painters: Vermeer, Matisse, and the Italian masters to name a few. Join the discussion at the Hewlett-Woodmere Library, 1125 Broadway, Thursday, July 24, 11 a.m.

Ongoing Events

Chumash Class. The Young Israel of Hewlett, located at 1 Piermont Ave., is having Chumash Classes for men on Thursday from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. during the winter and spring months.

L.I.C.C. Training. Long Island Crisis Center is looking for volunteers. L..I.C.C. offers a 24/7 hotline, internet counseling seven days a week, 2 p.m. to 11 p.m. Call to set up an interview at 826-0244.

Self-Help Group. A mental health community organization, helping people deal with fear, depression and anxiety, meets on Monday evenings at 8:15 p.m. at St. Joseph's Parish, 1346 Broadway, Hewlett. For more info, 433-1742.

Greater Five Towns YM & YWHA will present SKIP (Special Kids in Programs) for children with special needs (ages 4-8). The group will meet twice a week--Wednesdays at 4 p.m., "Friendship Center"; Sundays at 9:30 a.m., "Judaism and Me." The program meets at the Y, 207 Grove Ave., Cedarhurst. Pre-registration required. For more info. call 569-6733.

Literacy for the deaf. Peninsula Counseling Center offers a new literacy program for deaf adults. Basic and advanced classes in reading and writing are available. There is no fee for this service. Classes meet Monday and Wednesday evenings at PCC's Lynbrook office, 381 Sunrise Highway, 2nd Floor, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. For more information contact Julia Ball or Marius Titus at 599-3482 (TTY) or 599-1181(Voice).

Peninsula Counseling Center is offering a new program for adults with severe physical disabilities. "Out and About" brings physically disabled adults together on Thursdays for three hours of socializing, sharing ideas and discussion of a variety of topics. The group, which meets weekly at Temple Emanu-El in Lynbrook, is looking for new members as well as guest speakers.

The Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library offers 55 Alive/mature driving courses on an on-going basis to residents of School District 14. For courses and registration dates, call the library at 374-1967.

YM & YWHA Programs. The Greater Five Towns YM & YWHA is happy to announce some wonderful programs for retired, enthusiastic adults. Shalom Club meets every Monday at 1 p.m. at the "Y," 207 Grove Ave., Cedarhurst. The group begins with a Stretch and Flex Class followed by a wide variety of wonderful and informative programs. Golden Circle meets every Tuesday at 12 p.m. at Temple Beth El, Broadway and Locust, in Cedarhurst. Starting with refreshments and light exercise, this group always has interesting lectures or entertainment for all to enjoy.

55 Alive Driving Course. Registration is now open for the "55 Alive" driving course given through AARP at the Young Israel Senior League, located at 2716 Healy Ave., Far Rockaway.

Grandparents raising grandchildren. If you are raising your children's children, this support group is for you. The group will meet Mondays at 7p.m. Call Lyn Dakes, CSW at Peninsula Counseling Center, 569-6600. Fee of $15 a week for the eight-week group. A grandparent will co-lead the group with Dakes. Groups meet in the Woodmere Office, 124 Franklin Place.

Religious News

The Young Israel of Woodmere offers a Torah study and beginner's prayer service class on Sunday mornings at 10:30. The synagogue is also holding a series of Hebrew reading classes for beginners on Wednesdays at 8 p.m. For further information and to register, one may call 295-0150.

Hebrew Classes. The Young Israel of Hewlett is offering Reading Hebrew Level 2, "Learn to read from a Sidur," Sunday mornings at 10:30 a.m. and "Bible Basics" Thursday mornings 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. Young Israel is located at 1 Piermont Ave. in Hewlett.

Young Israel of Lawrence-Cedarhurst is proudly announcing the formation of its Young Couples Minyan, meeting every Shabbos morning at 9:15 a.m. Kiddus following davening. For more information, call 569-3324.

Prenatal, obstetrical and newborn services at Women's Health Center, Franklin Hospital Medical Center, Valley Stream, provides services to women in need. The center is open from Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. For more information, please call the Center at (516) 256-6225.

Congregation Sons of Israel, 111 Irving Place in Woodmere, sponsors a beginners/advanced Israeli folk-dancing group, led by Benny Lev, on Wednesdays, at 8:15 p.m. For more information, contact Harriet Gefen at 374-0655.

Israeli Dance Lessons will be held at Congregation Beth Emeth, 36 Franklin Ave., Wednesdays, 7:30- 9 p.m. Fee is $9 for members, $10 for non-members. Call 374-9220.

Journey to Jewish Portugal and Spain in the Sephardic Temple Congregational and Sisterhood autumn trip, Sunday, October 14 through Thursday, October 25. The price is $2,400 per person. Air space and hotel rooms must be reserved. Contact the Temple office at (516) 295-4644.

Hadassah. The Nassau Region of Hadassah, in cooperation with the Federation Employment and Guidance Services, is offering a special program for children, ages four to ten, with learning disabilities who would enjoy a Jewish family program. Called "Al Galgalim," the program offers songs, crafts, stories, learning and ethical issues on every holiday and the Sabbath to the participating children and their families. Each of the nine sessions in the program lasts 90 minutes. For further information, call 781-5128 or 542-1330.

Temple Hillel Sundown services will be held on Friday, June 29 at 7 p.m. On Saturday, June 30, services will be held at 8:45 a.m. Dr. Alan F. Lavin will deliver the sermon and Cantor Eliezer Kepecs will chant the Liturgy. Followed by a Kiddush. On Sunday, July 1, services are at 9 a.m.

For Your Health

Bereavement Group. The Greater Five Towns YM and YWHA is offering a Bereavement Group. The objective of this six-week group is to provide support for the recently bereaved in a caring and warm atmosphere. There will be the opportunity to work through grief, examine feelings and discover inner strengths. This group will be held at the Greater Five Towns YM and YWHA, located at 207 Grove Ave., Cedarhurst. A $40 pre-registration fee is required. For more info call 569-6733.

Newly separated or divorced men and women can meet at a 12 session counseling group at the Center For Separated and Divorced, 381 Sunrise Highway, 2nd Floor, on Tuesdays from 7:15 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. For information, call (516) 599-1181.

Widows/Widowers Group. The Peninsula Counseling Center has started a new bereavement support group for recent widows and widowers, on Wednesdays at 5 p.m. at 124 Franklin Place. Adjusting to life without a loved one is painful, but a supportive and caring group environment can help the healing process. It is helpful to be with others going through the same experience, people who understand and share your feelings. Call Ruth Stern for more details 569-6600.

Survivors of Suicide. The Survivors of Suicide group, a satellite chapter of The Compassionate Friends, meets the first Friday of every month at Zion Episcopal Church, 243-01 Northern Blvd. at 8 p.m. For more info call Ed and Marsha Simon at 295-6345.

Prenatal, obstetrical and newborn services at Women's Health Center, Franklin Hospital Medical Center, Valley Stream, provides services to women in need. The center is open from Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. For more information, please call the Center at (516) 256-6225.