Chess Instruction and competition sponsored by Inc. of Village for boys and grades grades 2-6. Various dates. Call 825-8570 for information.
Anniversary Video commemorating Valley Stream's 75th Anniversary on sale for $15 each. Contact Village Clerk's Department at (516) 825-4221.
Chess anyone? The Valley Stream Department of Recreation is seeking individuals interested in forming an adult chess club. Interested participants should contact the Department at (516) 825-8570.
Schools
Reorganization and tax meeting of District 30 at 8:15 p.m., July 3, in administration office, 150 Washington Ave.
Valley Stream Central High School Alumni Association holds its next monthly meeting on Tuesday, June 26, 7:30 p.m., at the Pagan-Fletcher Restoration, 143 Hendrickson Avenue. For further information send e-mail to VSCALUMNI@AOL. COM or write to P.O. Box 642, Valley Stream, NY 11582-0642. Visit the website at http://hometown.aol.com/VSCalumni.
Special Events
Thursday Night Car Classics is sponsored by the Lynbrook Chamber of Commerce. Every Thursday, from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., classic vintage cars will be displayed on Atlantic Avenue, between Sunrise Highway and Merrick Road. Different entertainers will perform weekly. June 28: rock 'n' roll band Power Glide. July 12: Magic by Vinnie. To display your car or for more information, call Harry Levitt at 599-7777.
Power Squadrons course Learn to skipper a boat safely this summer, with a 5 session, 10-hour course at the Herricks Community Center, Shelter Rock Road, Herricks. The class meets Monday, June 25 through Friday, June 29, from 10 a.m. to noon. Instruction for the course is free however there is a $25 fee for course materials. For more information, call Joe Lau at 354-8633.
Long Island Society of Italian-Americans is sponsoring a trip to Tropicana Casino, Atlantic City. Swing show, plus lunch. $35 with $5 coin return. Call 561-2364.
Cultural affairs committee of Valley Stream invites you to a vacation at Woodloch Pines in Hawley, PA, for three days, Wednesday to Friday, October 24-26. Bus transportation is included. Call Frances Russo at Village Hall, 825-8201, for information and to make a reservation. Seating is limited.
Driving class sponsored at St. Clare's Church, Rosedale starting 8:45 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.. Fee is $31. Call 718-341-0452.
Performing arts program for students scheduled July 2-July 27 and sponsored by Nassau BOCES. Application deadline is June 1. Students should contact their guidance counselor. More information call (516) 364-1177
Self-Help Group meets Saturdays, 1:30 p.m., Holy Name of Mary School, Valley Stream. Further information call (516) 221-7862. 24 hour hot-line (516) 221-7862.
Central Alumni Valley Stream Central HS Assoc. holds monthly meetings at the Pagan-Fletcher Restoration, 145 Hendrickson Ave. More information e-mail VSCALUMNI@AOL.COM or write P.O. Box 642, V.S.11582-0642.
Vacation bible school sponsored by Branch 11001 of Aid Association for Lutherans are taking sign-ups till July 19. Register your child by calling Audry Conlon at 825-2030, or Norine Zalenski at 872-2243, after 1 p.m. Also, the church secretary Holly Steinke at 825-5453. Vacation bible school begins July 23, 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., and ends July 27.
On-going Events
Members sought Temple B'nai Israel seeks new members and interfaith married couples. Call 354-1156.
Drama Discussion sponsored by the Five Towns Senior Center. Group meets every Wednesday at 10 a.m. and Thurs. at 10 a.m. Basic Bridge instructional class. 124 Franklin Place. (516) 374-4747
Thrift Shop now open at Temple Gates of Zion, Valley Stream, every Monday and Wednesday from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Call 561-2308.
Camera club meets in Shankman Auditorium at Franklin Hospital each Wednesday 7:45 p.m. (516) 352-4809.
Gibson Civic Association meets fourth Tuesday of every month at the Olivet Baptist Church Hall, Locust Street and DuBois Avenue, Valley Stream, 8:00 p.m.
Shoe drive sponsored by Nassau County Podiatric Medical Association. To have sponsoring organizations pick up shoes at your home call (516) 825-3880.
Tai Chi lessons going on weekly at Temple Gates of Zion. Classes are held on Mondays. Lessons run for next five weeks. Call 561-2309 for further information.
Volunteers needed at Mercy Medical Center on patients units and other areas. If interested, contact the Volunteer Office at (516) 705-1391.
Dollar Days - Methodist Church, S. Franklin and W. Lincoln Aves., Valley Stream - open Mon. and Thurs. 10 a.m. to 3 pm. Bargains galore, 'Dollar Days,' and more! (516) 825-4567.
Historic tours of the Pagan-Fletcher Restoration, 143 Hendrickson Ave. Learn about Valley Stream history in an interesting setting from knowledgeable guides. Sundays from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. or by appointment. Free admissions. (Donations accepted). 872-4159.
VS Civilian Patrol General meetings are held monthly in Village Hall 123 South Central Avenue. Call 823-0470.
Garden Club of VS regular meetings every 3rd Thursday at Lutheran Church of Our Saviour, DuBois and Rockaway Aves. Artistic arrangements and horticulture displayed. Call Gloria Drucker 285-8957.
Special Volunteers wanted for residents of Franklin Hospital Medical Center's Nursing Home. (516) 256-6144.
Volunteers needed for visually impaired sponsored by Temple Gates of Zion. Workshop meets Mon. mornings from 11:30 to 1:30 (516) 561-2308.
Bridge games at Temple Gates of Zion. Duplicate bridge played Monday, Tuesday and Thursday starting at 12:15 P.M. Call (516) 561-2308.
Library
(516) 825-6422
Special summer concert is on Thursday, June 28, 2 p.m., at the Henry Waldinger Memorial Library, 60 Verona Place. Tickets are available to Valley Stream library cardholders (4 per family) beginning on June 11. Tickets are available to the general public as space allows beginning June 25.
Internet access First come, first-serve basis by appointment. Adult cardholders (over 18 years of age).
Storytime series Two storytime series for children this winter: "Pre-Schoolers Story Time" will be offered Fridays 1-1:45 p.m. "Kindergarten Kapers" will be held Mondays, 4-4:45 p.m. Call Children's Librarian Linda Eagan at (516) 825-6422.
Spanish-Database now available at Henry Waldinger Memorial Library. known as INFORME!Take time to try this new Spanish-language database. Further information go to: www.nassaulibrary.org/valleyst/at home.
Grandparents caring for grandchildren. A new support group for grandparents on the last Friday of each month, starting on June 29, 10:30 a.m. at the Elmont Public Library, 1735 Hempstead Turnpike.
Computer Instruction For detailed information and specific times call 825-6422. Registration required, but accepted over telephone.
Groups
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.
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 Avenue. Far Rockaway.
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 Avenue, Cedarhurst.
Program for children of substance abusers is available at Tempo Group. C.O.S.A. aids youngsters whose lives are affected by parental drug abuse. For more information, call: (516) 374-3671.
Recovery, Inc. A Self-Help group focusing on mental health meets in Valley Stream at Holy Name of Mary School, 90 S. Grove St. at E. Jamaica Ave. every Saturday at 1:30 P.M. Call (516) 433-1742.
Coaches needed to assist Valley Stream Soccer Club. Registration reimbursement offered for children of a coach at the end of spring 2001 season. Call 568-1146.
Gam-Anon for spouses, adult children over 18, family and friends who may be affected by a gambling problem.Meetings every night. Please call 24-hours: (516) 321-2883.
Special Volunteers wanted for residents of Franklin Hospital Medical Center's Nursing Home. To help: call the Volunteer Office at (516) 256-6144.
Crisis counseling at The Nightwatch Hotline free of charge. Hours are Sunday through Thursday from 6:00 P.M. to 11:00 P.M. and Friday and Saturday from 8:00 P.M. to 1:00 a.m. Call (516) 889-2332.
Parkinson's Support Group for Parkinson's disease suffers and their families, to be held at Y on Grove Avenue, Cedarhurst.(516)569-6733.
Grief Share recovery seminar Meets at the Church of the Nazarene, 215 Hillside Ave. VS, every Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. and Wed. at 1 p.m.. 561-8101.
Bowling league by Sisterhood of Elmont Jewish Center on Thursdays at 12:30. All welcome. Call: 775-5078.
Women's Interfaith Council of Valley Stream is having their annual luncheon at the Blessed Sacrament Church located on North Central Avenue between Rose and McKeon Avenues on Friday, June 29, noon. The donation for the luncheon is $2.
