Community Update

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On Board

Baldwin Education Assembly will host its general meeting at Baldwin Senior High School.
Thursday, May , 8 p.m.
Board of Education meeting honoring retiring staff takes place at Senior High School, 841 Ethel T. Kloberg Drive.
Wednesday, June 13, 8 p.m.

Special events

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
Marigold plant-in needs volunteers. Anyone interested should call Eleanor Foote at (516) 223-9073.
Saturday, June 2, 8:30-11 a.m.
Flag Day Celebration at the Freeport-Baldwin Lodge No. 1253, 1162 Atlantic Avenue, Baldwin. The lodge phone number is (516) 378-1253.
Saturday, June 9, 3:00 p.m.
Rotary track meet at Senior High School, 841 Ethel T. Kloberg Drive.
Saturday, June 9, 8:30 a.m.
Graduation at Senior High School, 841 Ethel T. Kloberg Drive.
Sunday, June 24, 2 p.m.
Antique road show at Atria, 100 Peninsula Boulevard, Lynbrook. There will be antique car displays and appraisals. For information call (516) 596-2700.
Saturday, June 9, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Complimentary hand therapy massages at Noelles Garden Cottage, 27 Atlantic Avenue, Lynbrook.
Saturday, June 9, noon to 3 p.m.
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.
Bowling Benefit The Sixth Annual Ralph Tufane Bowling Benefit for Mercy Hospice is going to take place at the Garden City Bowl, 987 Stewart Avenue. There is a $25 donation per bowler. Call Lisa Tufano Coors for details (516) 746-0799.
Saturday, June 2, 6:30 p.m.
Bereavement Groups are being offered by the Catholic Health Services at Mercy Medical Center for those who have lost a loved one. Registration is required and all sessions are at the Center, 1000 N. Village Avenue, Rockville Centre. Please call Sister Mary Jane Brustman at (516) 485-3060. The Center offers the evening adult group for those who have lost a parent and the evening spouses group for widows and widowers.
Evening adult group: Tuesday, June 5, 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Evening spouse group: Wednesday, June 6, 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

At Baldwin Library


2385 Grand Avenue
(516) 223-6228
Let's Pretend Children in kindergarten are invited to attend the "Let's Pretend" program. There will be stories and creative activities. Tickets are free and available on May 10.
Thursday, May 31, 3:45 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.
Bus Trip The library is sponsoring a trip to the Culinary Institute of American and the Vanderbilt mansion. The cost of the trip is $60 per person.
Friday, June 1, 7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
"Censorship in Schools and Libraries" is an illustrated journal display that presents 28 cases of censorship. The exhibit will be on display at the library.
June 1 through June 28
Make a Decorated Birdhouse with craftsperson Julianne Gaudioso Registration begins on Monday, May 14. A materials fee of $12 per person is due at the time of registration. The program is open to adults only. For more information contact Michelle Young at (516) 223-6228.
Monday, June 11, 7:30 p.m.
Legislative Redistricting The Baldwin Community Association Ad Hoc Committee on Legislative Redistricting is sponsoring a program at the library that addresses the issue of the redrawing of the town's legislative boundaries into one district. The town is currently carved into eleven districts, diminishing its political power and strength. To get positive changes made or to just express an opinion, Baldwinites need to contact thirteen elected representatives. Come to the library and learn how to make a difference.
Thursday, June 7, 7:30 p.m.
55-Alive/Mature Driving Courses are being conducted for those who are 50 years of age and over and the principal driver of an insured car. Register at the library's reference desk on Saturday, May 19. The fee is $10. Make check or money orders payable to AARP, due at the time of registration.
Wednesday, June 6, 13, 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Summer story club holds its first session for boys and girls age 3 through entering kindergarten. Stories are told and films and filmstrips of popular children's works are shown. Registration begins June 4 at the children's desk. There are two sessions to choose from.
Tuesdays, July 10 to 31, 2:00 p.m.
or
Wednesdays, July 11 to August 1, 10:00 a.m. or 11:00 a.m.
Read-to-me club is conducted for children ages 3 through entering kindergarten, with a parent or caregiver.
Registration begins June 4.
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 to meet at library every wednesday in Children's Room Auditorium. New members welcome.
Wednesdays, ongoing
Long-term care workshop will be held at the library. Specialists Sandra Salmon and Judith Jaross present an in-depth look at the challenges of long-term care. The program is free and open to all.
Tuesday, June 19, 1:30 p.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 Rd., Oceanside. For more information, call (516) 223-6120.
Wednesdays, 8 p.m.
Jazz Cabaret Night featuring vocalist Laura Jeane at the Church of the Ascension, 71 North Village Ave., Rockville Centre. The $25 admission includes complimentary wine and hors d'ouevres and is tax deductible. For additional information, or to reserve tickets, please call the church office at (516) 766-0693.
Saturday, June 9, 8 p.m.
Side by Side by Sondheim will be conducted at the Village Green on Maple Avenue, Rockville Centre. In case of rain, the concert will be held at South Side Middle School.
Thursday, June 21, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Spotlight on seniors


Sandel Senior Center
50 South Park Avenue
(516) 678-9350
Golf lessons will be offered to improve your game, learn new techniques, and to meet other players!
Tuesdays, 9 a.m.
Aerobics and weights an exercise class called Club Michelle will be sponsored by the Town of Hempstead. No fee.
Thursdays, 1 p.m.
Food shopping for seniors who need assistance getting to and from local groceries. Volunteers provide transportation from the Center.
Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m