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Arts & Entertainment

Side by Side by Sondheim will be performed at Baldwin High School. This musical is a perfect introduction to the work of contemporary master Stephen Sondheim. Refreshments will be available from the members of SADD of Baldwin High School. Donation requested is $12.00 and tickets are available at the door or by calling BCADA at 546-1771.
Saturday, April 28, 8p.m.
Singers wanted for hymn festival at St. Peter's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 2332 Grand Avenue.
Sunday, May 6, 5 p.m

religious events

Communion Breakfast The St. Christopher's Rosary Altar Society is sponsoring a Communion Breakfast after Mass on Sunday. The breakfast will take place at MacArthur Park in Rockville Centre and the guest speaker will be Sister Yvette Arnold. Her topic will be The Rosary and Mary. For tickets call Doris 223-7166 or Jean 223-2501 before April 20.
Sunday, April 29, 9:30 a.m.
Fill the Ark Sunday The First Presbyterian Church of Baldwin, 717 St. Lukes Place, celebrates its 75th Anniversary with a special "Fill the Ark Sunday." The public is invited. For information call (516) 223-2112.
Sunday, May 13, 10:00 a.m.

At Baldwin Library


2385 Grand Avenue
(516) 223-6228
Glass Etching an adult art class. Crafts person Julianne Gaudioso will teach you the special art of glass etching. You will take home a beautiful vase to either display or fill with flowers for someone special on Mother's Day. Registration begins Monday, April 16. $12 fee.
Monday, May 7, 7:30-9:30 p.m.
"Only on Sundays" is the name of the new books program. A selection of new adult, young adult and children's books will be introduced for your perusal and enjoyment in the library's community room. It is a great opportunity to meet other local book lovers.
Sunday, April 29, 2-4 p.m.
Bookers a book discussion program for fifth and sixth graders. A copy of the book to be discussed will be loaned to each child at registration. Boys and girls are invited to share their thoughts about this book at the meeting. Registration begins Monday, March 12
Monday, April 30, 3:45 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 to meet at library every wednesday in Children's Room Auditorium. New members welcome.
Wednesdays, ongoing
Play Time This is a one-hour program for 1 1/2 and 2-year olds. Meet new friends and share good times. Toys will be available for play. No snacks permitted in the library. Parents or caregivers must remain with their children. No more than two children per adult. In-person registration at the Children's Reference Desk.
Thursdays, May 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29, 11:00 a.m.
Mother's Day Craft Programs will be held for children in grades K-6. Children in grades K-2 are invited to attend the program on Monday, May 7. Children in grades 3-6 are invited to attend the program on Thursday, May 10. All sessions will begin at 3:45 p.m.Tickets, which are free, will be available at the Children's Desk beginning April 11.
Monday, May7 , 3:45
Thursday, May 10, 3:45
Garage Sale Gold Collectibles expert Eddie Costello, Sr. will teach you how to sift through junk at garage sales and locate valuable items.
Thursday, May 3, 7:00 p.m.
The Magic Flute An opera company of 14 performers will put on Mozart's operatic comedy. Tickets are required and available at the Library Reference Desk starting Sunday, May 6. This program is free.
Sunday, May 20, 2:30 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.
Toddler & You The library is presenting a creative movement program for 2 year-olds and a parent/caregiver. Tickets are required and available.
Saturday, April 28, 2:00 - 2:45 p.m.
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.
Cooking With Worms is a program for young adults, grades 6-12. A wormy centerpiece and a dessert named crunchy worms will be made. Registration begins Monday, April 30, at the Reference Desk. A non-refundable materials fee of $2 is due at the time of registration. For more information please contact Mrs. Humes or Mrs. Pantuliano at (516) 223-6228.
Friday, May 11, 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Lunchtime Travel is the monthly slideshow/lecture at the library. This month world traveler Harriet Lewis treks through Alaska. The library's Community Room doors will open at noon. Attendees may bring their own lunches. Refreshments will be served. The program is free.
Thursday, May 10, 12:30 p.m.
The Joys of Elderhosteling Elderhostel consultant Dinah Lindauer teaches ambitious travelers 55 years of age or older all of the opportunities offered through the Elderhostel program.
Tuesday, May 15, 1:30 p.m.
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.

Special events

Family Song and Puppet Concert Anna Epstein Kravis, celebrated international children's performing artist, will appear in a fun filled family song and puppet concert for children ages 2 and up at the Bethlehem Lutheran Nursery School, 1375, Grand Avenue.. Tickets $5 each, family 4-pack $15. For information call (516) 223-3400
Saturday, April 28, 3 p.m.
County Fine Arts & Crafts Saint Mark's United Methodist Church is having a County Fine Arts & Crafts Show. Adults over 16 pay $1 admission. There will be refreshments on sale, along with a free raffle. Plants will be for sale. And there will be children's activities. Located at 200 Hempstead Avenue, Rockville Centre. (516) 766-2080.
Saturday, April 28, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Sunday, April 29, 12 noon to 5:00 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
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.
Defensive Driving Course will be given at the Baldwin Jewish Center, 885 East Seaman Avenue. It's a six-hour course and the fee is $45.00 per person. Registrants should contact Temple Office at (516) 223-5599, Mon-Wed 10-2 p.m./Thurs & Fri 9-1 p.m.
Wednesday, May 23 and May 30, 7:00 p.m. to10:00 p.m.
Supermarket Bingo Order of the Eastern Star is hosting Supermarket Bingo at the Baldwin Masonic Temple, Prospect Avenue, between Sunrise Highway and Merrick Road. The donated is $5 and proceeds go to support the charities of the Order. For further information or directions call (516) 826-2314 or (516) 721-9285.
Monday, April 30, 7:30 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.
Tuesday, 9:30 a.m