On the board

Island Park Library board meeting at Francis X. Hegarty Elementary School,Warwick and Radcliffe Roads. (516) 432-0122.
Thursday, May 10, 7:30 p.m.
Oceanside Library budget hearing. Located at the Merle Avenue School Cafeteria. For information call (516) 766-2360.
Monday, May 7, 8:00 p.m.
Regular public meeting for Island Park at Lincoln Orens Middle School, Audoban Boulevard.
Monday, May 7, 7:30 p.m.
Regular school board meeting for Oceanside at Merle Avenue facility's cafeteria.
Monday, May 7, 8:00 p.m.

Arts & entertainment

Belmont Stakes Fair at Belmont Park in Elmont on Hempstead Turnpike. Over 100 amusement rides and attractions. Admission is $5. For information call (516) 293-4242 ext. 12 or visit belmont fair.com. The fair is handicap accessible. Opens at 5 p.m. on Fridays and noon Saturdays, Sundays.
April 13 through May 6
'Side by Side by Sondheim' at Baldwin High School, Ethel T.Kloberg Drive. Songs from Sondheim's best-known shows performed. A $12 donation is requested. Tickets are available at the door or by calling BCADA at 546-1771.
Saturday, April 28, 8 p.m.

LibraryNews

Oceanside Library
Davidson Avenue
(516) 766-2360
Elder Law Issues Attorney Harry Glick discusses how to protect family assets from the high costs of nursing homes, wills, trusts, long-term insurance, etc.
April 26, 1:00 p.m.
National Hearing Screening An audiologist from Lexington Speech and Hearing Center will conduct free hearing screenings at the SHHH Assistive Device Center inside the library.
May 6, 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Nassau County Update The library invites you to join legislator Michael G. Zapson when he presents an informative talk on Nassau's fiscal problems.
Thursday, May 3, 1:00 p.m.
Garage Sale Gold! The library invites back Eddie Costello, Sr. collector of American pop culture, when he presents "Garage Sale Gold!"
Wednesday, May 9, 1:00 p.m.
Ongoing Career Counseling Individual consultations with career counselor Judith Albert are available at the library. Ms. Albert provides strategies for approaching the current job market and offers assistance with resume writing, interview techniques, salary negotiations and more.
Island Park Library
99 Radcliffe Road
(516) 432-0122
AARP Driving Course will be held in the library. Both sessions must be attended. Registration starts Monday, April 30, at 10:00 a.m. Please bring check or money order payable to AARP for $10.00 and a self-addressed envelope.
May 21, 23, 1:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
English as a second language Open to those over 18 years wishing to improve their English language skills. Bring notebook and pen. Free.
1:30-3:30 p.m., Saturdays

Spotlight on Seniors

Sandel Senior Center
50 South Park Avenue
Rockville Centre
Tax assistance will be provided by AARP volunteers by appointment only. To set up an appointment, call (516) 678-9245.
Thursdays, 9a.m.-1p.m. through April

Party bridge. The Senior Center opens its doors each Monday for exciting games of bridge. No partner is required. Meet fellow bridge players and have a great time.
7:30 p.m., Mondays
Aerobics and weight training class called Club Michelle to be sponsored by the Town of Hempstead. No Fee.
1 p.m., Thursdays

Special Events

Women's Group to meet in the Lynbrook office of the Peninsula Counseling Center on Sunrise Highway. For more info, call Betty Serepica at 599-1181.
7:30 p.m., Wednesdays
Overeaters Anonymous meeting will be held at South Nassau Community Hospital in Oceanside. For more info, call (631) 924-0440.
10 a.m., Saturdays
Singers needed...The Oceanside Chorale is recruiting all voices of men and women. Rehearsals at Merle Avenue School, Merle Ave. and Oceanside Rd., Oceanside.
8 p.m., Wednesdays
Kiwanis Club of Oceanside meets at the Alias Smith and Jones Restaurant, 2862 Woods Avenue, Oceanside.
7 p.m., Tuesdays
Kiwanis Club of Island Park meets at LaRioja Restaurant, 4409 Austin Blvd., Island Park.
6:30 p.m., Mondays
Oceanside Chamber of Commerce at the Star Diner, 2756 Long Beach Road. For more information or to join the chamber call 763-9177.
12:45 p.m., Thursdays
Island Park Chamber of Commerce at Lambrous, 4073 Austin Blvd, Island Park. $12 to eat. For more information or to join the chamber call 897-8477.
noon, May 3
Installation Dinner The Island Park Chamber of Commerce is having an Installation Dinner at Lambrou's Restaurant. Please RSVP to Mickey Hastava at (516) 897-8477. Tickets are $30 each.
Thursday, May 3, 6:00 p.m.
Fight ALS by getting your hair done. Salon Osio, 3095 Lawson Blvd, Oceanside, will be selling raffles for prizes. Participants will receive a gift courtesy of United Beauty Supplies and Beauty Products Inc. Proceeds will help fight Lou Gehrig's disease.
Monday, April 30, 3:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Annual Conference The annual Conference of the South Shore Long Island/Brooklyn Branch of Women's League for Conservative Judaism will be held at the Oceanside Jewish Center, 2860 Brower Avenue, Oceanside.
Wednesday, May 9, 2:00 p.m.
Island Park Beach Reunion For teenagers during the 50's and 60's who spent time at the Island Park Beach, a reunion is being held. If interested please call Eleanor Sicari at 516-536-5332.
Saturday, August 11
Foster homes needed. St. Christopher-Ottilie is searching for families who can provide loving, stable environments for children. To become a foster parent call (516) 764-4499.
Ongoing
Island Senior Symphony, an Island-wide orchestra, is seeking musicians for all sections, especially string players. Rehearsals are held Thursday mornings from 9:30 A.M. to noon. For information, call (516) 665-3382.
Ongoing

At the South Shore Y/JCC

15 Neil Court
(516) 766-4341
CLE Course The Nassau Academy of Law is offering continuing legal education for attorneys. The course satisfies 3.0 NY MCLE Credit Hours. The cost of the course is $60. As a bonus, your family may use the pool, gym, and other facilities of the JCC for Free. To register, call the Nassau Academy of Law at (516) 747-4464.
Sunday, April 29, 8:45 a.m. to noon
Free Financial Planning seminar will be held. It's free and open to all. Call ext. 115 to reserve your spot.
Sunday, May 6, 10:30 a.m. to noon
From Infertility to Adoption is an interactive forum to answer questions and support you through infertility and adoption. Free admission and open to the public. Pre-registration is required by May 1st. Please call Pamela Price-Lerner at (516) 766-4341 x 108 to register or for info.
Wednesday, May 2, 7:30 p.m.
Scott Blakeman will be performing at the JCC Comedy Cafe. Tickets are $19 in advance, $21 at the door. For additional information call (516) 766-4341 ext 114.
Saturday, May 5, 8:30 p.m.
Dedicated volunteers needed For more information, call (516) 766 4341, ext. 130.
Ongoing

religious events

Chinese Auction at Oceanside Lutheran church, Parish Hall, 55 Fairview Avenue. Admission is $3 and includes refreshments. For additional information call, (516) 766-0136.
Friday, April 27, 7 p.m.