On Board

Board of Trustees Organizational meeting takes place at Village Hall, 1 College Place. For information, call 678-9300.

Tuesday, July 10, 8:15 p.m.

Board of Appeals at Village Hall, 1 College Place. For information, call 678-9300.

Wednesday, July 25, 8 p.m.

Arts, Music & Theater

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Beauty & the Beast Jean Cocteau's surreal masterpiece is both faithful to the original fairy tale and eerily beautiful as a fantasy of unforgettable images. Showing at the Vineyard Church, 251 Merrick Road. Black and white in French, with English subtitles. Admission is free.

Saturday, June 30, 8 p.m.

RVC concerts are conducted at the Village Green on Maple Avenue. In case of rain, the concerts are held at the South Side Middle School on Hillside Avenue. Concert goers are reminded to bring folding chairs or blankets to sit on.

Southern Heart - Country music: Thursday, July 26, 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

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

Spotlight on Seniors

Sandel Senior Center

50 South Park Avenue

Annual men's club BBQ Celebrate summer and let the men do the cooking. $5 per person.

Thursday, July 5, 11:45 a.m.

Irving Cooper farewell brunch is for the Men's Club president, senior advocate, and community activist, and his wife Florence. Join Sandel members to thank them for their volunteer efforts and wish them happiness as they leave Rockville Centre.

Sunday, July 8, 11:30 a.m.

Pizza at the Center, along with a bus trip to Echo Park to see "Guys and Dolls." Please bring lightweight folding chair. $4 per person.

Tuesday, July 10, 6:15 p.m.

Coney Island carnival The boardwalk comes to the Sandel Center with traditional games and attractions as well as your favorite Coney Island refreshments. $2 per person.

Thursday, July 12, 1 p.m.

Gala flea market will be held at the center. It's the perfect opportunity to pick up something special at bargain rates.

Saturday, July 14, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Long Beach Boardwalk is the destination. Stroll and stop at Lido Deli to purchase dinner. Transportation fee is $2.

Tuesday, July 17, 6:15 p.m.

Art classes with professional instructor. Weekly.

Thursdays, 10 a.m.

Computer instruction with professional instructor. Call for appointment.

Music appreciation classes Weekly.

Fridays, starts July 6, 1 p.m.

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.

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

Wednesdays, 11 a.m.

Work out with Robin Aerobics and weight training class.

Tuesdays, 1 p.m.

Ballroom dance classes taught by Morris Bezviner.

Mondays, 12:30 p.m.

"The Producers" Called the hottest show on Broadway. Tickets available for purchase through the Center. Front mezzanine seats: $110 per ticket. Call Lorraine Mark at 678-9245 for information.

Wednesday, November 28, matinee

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.

The Care club for the frail elderly meets twice weekly for music, crafts, exercise, a hot lunch and social opportunities, Call Wendy Weinstock for more times and days.

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..

Summer playground program will be held from June 27 through August 9. The regularly weekly program is staffed by trained recreation personnel and open to grades 1-6. Registration is taking place at the Rec Center, Hewitt School or Wilson School.

Nike Lacrosse Camp for boys and girls on the village's North Fields. Fee $175. Call 1-800-645-3226 for information.

Girls July 9-13

Boys July 23-27

Basketball leagues for adults, high school, middle and elementary ages 10-14 are encouraged to form teams and enter in male and female divisions. Games played at Mill River Centennial Park courts. Call (516) 678-9339 for forms and applications.

At the Library

RVC Public Library

221 N. Village Avenue

Teen Summer Reading program sign-up.

Wednesday, June 27, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. & 4 -5:30 p.m.

Thursday, June 28, 1 -5 p.m.

Campfire stories Gather round for an evening of spooky stories and tasty s'mores Children entering grades 3 and up are invited to bring along their own stories.

Monday, July 9, 7 p.m.

Book charades Try out your acting talents during this fun activity. Children entering grades 2 to 4 are invited to attend. Sign up begins July 3.

Tuesday, July 10, 7 p.m.

AARP 55 Alive Mature Driving Class is open to Rockville Centre Public Library cardholders only. Registration begins Tuesday, July 10, 10:30 a.m. A $10 fee is due upon registration, checks made payable to AARP.

Tuesday, July 24, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. and Thursday, July 26, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Gladiator is showing at the library.

Friday, July 13, 1 p.m.

Eco-photo explorers will take you on a voyage under the sea, examining the underwater world of shipwrecks.

Tuesday, July 17, 7:30 p.m.

Coffee break book discussion series is being launched. The first meeting features "A Girl with a Pearl Earring," by Tracy Chevalier.

Wednesday, July 18, 10:15 a.m.

Origami display featuring imaginative recycling ideas by Mary Ann Scheblein-Dawson on display during July.

Best in Show is a comedy showing at the library.

Friday, August 24, 1 p.m.

Blast off bingo Children entering grades 2-5 are welcome to try their luck at this fun-filled game. Prizes will be awarded.

Thursday, July 5, 7 p.m. and Tuesday, July 24, 7p.m.

Galaxy of games Join in for a night of fun and games. Learn a new game or play an old favorite. Children entering grades 2 and up are invited to join. Sign up is one week prior to each program.

Monday, July 23, August 6, 7 p.m.

Destination: decoupage Create a fantastic piece of art using the decoupage technique. Children entering grades 4-6 welcome Sign up begins July 10.

Tuesday, July 17, 7 p.m.

Closed Sundays thru August.

Saturday surprises is a family program for all ages.

Saturdays, 3 p.m..

Nature photography display by Roberta Shapiro of Bellmore at Library.

Ongoing, May

Community events

RVC Chamber Street Fair to feature Arts and crafts, pony rides, food and other merchandise on Village Avenue from Sunrise Highway to Lincoln Avenue. Admission is free. The rain date is July 15.

Sunday, July 1, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Village Birthday Party at Centennial Park. Fire works and entertainment.

Saturday, July 14, 7:30 p.m.

Defensive driving course is offered by the All Saints' Episcopal Church, 2375 Harrison Avenue. People receive an insurance reduction as well as point reduction. Register or obtain information by calling (631) 360-9720.

Saturday, June 30, 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.

First Annual Golf Outing will be part of the Rockville Centre's Soccer Club's 30th Anniversary festivities at Lido Gold Club, Lido Beach. Individual reservations are $150 per person. Foursomes are $600 and non-golfer dinner reservations are $40. Contact Jim Graham at (516) 678-6199 for further information and reservations.

Tuesday, August 7, 1:00 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, June 28 to August 23, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

June 28: Rock 'n' roll band Power Glide

July 12: Magic by Vinnie

Lynbrook Farmer's Market 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 Railroad parking lot on Sunrise Highway and Forest Avenue. For information call (631) 323-3653.

Sundays, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m

Women's Group to meet in the Lynbrook office of the Peninsula Counseling Center on Sunrise Highway For more info, call Betty Serepica @ 599-1181.

Ongoing, Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m.

Overeaters Anonymous meeting will be held South Nassau Community Hospital in Oceanside. For more info, call (631) 924-0440.

Ongoing, Saturdays, 1 p.m.

Women's Group to meet in the Lynbrook office of the Peninsula Counseling Center on Sunrise Highway For more info, call Betty Serepica @ 599-1181.

Ongoing, Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m.

Island Park street fair on Long Beach Road, from the post office to Sagamore Road Street parking lot at Sacred Heart RCC parish hall. For vendor information, call Mary-Anna at (516) 432-4357 or, the Church at (516) 431-1983.

Saturday, July 21, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.