Community Update

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On Board


Board of Trustee meeting to be held in Village Hall, One College Place.
Monday, April 30, 8:15 p.m.

Arts, Music & Theater

Side by Side by Sondheim will be performed at the Baldwin High School. 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, 8 p.m.
Youth Art Exhibit by the Village Art Club to be held at the Rockville Centre Library will feature an exhibit and competition for young artists, 13-18. Must preregister by May 3.
May 19-June 2
Gerswin Concert The Rockville Centre Guild for the Arts will present the South Shore Symphony with renowned soloist Clive Lythgoe in an all-Gershwin concert. All seats are reserved. Tickets are $12 for general admission, $10 for seniors and Guild members. $8 for students under 18. For tickets and information call (516) 764-1558.
Saturday, May 12, 8:00 p.m.
Cinderella will be presented by the Broadhollow's Bayway Arts Center. Tickets are $8 and the box office number is (631) 581-2700. Located at 265 East Main Street, East Islip.
Saturday, April 21, 28, May 5, 12:30 p.m.

At the Libraries


RVC Public Library
221 N. Village Avenue
Frank Rich, New York Times writer and critic, to appear at South Side High School as the library's 2001 Memorial Speaker. Rich will talk on "News as Entertainment and Entertainment as News."
Thursday, May 3, 7:30 p.m.
Saturday surprises is a family program for all ages.
Saturdays, 3 p.m. Diminish Fear of Flying as psychologist Carla Natalucci presents an interactive workshop to address the anxiety that many people have about flying.
Saturday, April 28, 2:00 p.m.
Behind the Defense Criminal trial attorney Adrian L. DiLuzio talks about his most famous high profile cases.
Monday, April 30, 7:30 p.m.
Baritone and Piano will be the musical duo at the library, with baritone David Majoros and pianist Lucille Felsenthal sharing in the joy of communal music-making.
Sunday, April 29, 2:00 p.m.
Oceanside Library
30 Davison Avenue
Garage Sale Gold! The library welcomes back Eddie Costello, Sr., collector of American pop culture, when he presents "Garage Sale Gold." For further information call (516) 766-2360.
Wednesday, May 9, 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.

Spotlight on Seniors

Sandel Senior Center
50 South Park Avenue
AARP defensive driving course. There are two courses scheduled for the spring. The cost is $10. Registration person only at the Senior Center.
April 26, or May 17 and 24
Aerobics and weight training class called Club Michelle to be sponsored by the Town of Hempstead. No Fee.
Thursdays, 1 p.m.
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.
Mondays, 7:30 p.m.
Golf instruction is given weekly. Learn how to better your golf swing, putting, chipping and pitching.
Tuesdays & Thursdays 9-11 a.m.
Blood pressure screening by Full Care Nursing Agency.
Mondays, 11 a.m.-noon

Community events


Concerned Citizen Party fund-raiser to be held at MacArthur Park Restaurant, Park Avenue. Tickets are $30 per person and may be obtained by calling Brian Joessten at (516) 763-0157.
Friday, April 27, 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Scholarship Dinner The Hispanic Brotherhood of Rockville Centre Inc will host the Eleventh Annual Scholarship Dinner at Temple B'Nai Sholom, 100 Hempstead Avenue, Rockville Centre. This year they will be honoring individuals and corporations instrumental in the development of their new home, as well as great role models for the community. Each donation is $75.00 per person. RSVP by April 2. Call (516)766-6610.
April 26, 6:30 p.m.
Wellness Fair to be presented at Wilson School during SEPTA's May meeting. Various professionals for each aspect of maintaining a well-being are going to be present. There's going to be yoga, chiropractic, music therapy, among other departments in keeping the human body healthy.
Thursday, May 17, 7:00 p.m.
p.m., and 7:00 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.Evening
Chinese Auction The Employee League of Mercy Medical Center is presenting the Annual Chinese Auction. For $25 per person there will be 25 raffle tickets, full lunch, dessert, and coffee, tea and soda. Please reserve by Friday, April 13. Seating is limited. For more information call Jeannie at 705-2377 (days) or 536-0468 (evenings). Please make food choice with reservations. Located at the Holiday Inn in Rockville Centre.
Friday, April 29, 12 noon to 4 p.m.
Country Fine Arts & Crafts Saint Mark's United Methodist Church. Admission: adults over 16 $1. Free raffle. Refreshments on sale. Located at 200 Hempstead Avenue, Rockville Centre. (516) 766-2080.
April 28, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
April 29, 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Volunteers needed. South Shore Y/JCC is looking for dedicated individuals. 15 Neil Court, Oceanside. For more information, call (516) 766 4341, ext. 130.
Ongoing
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, 10 a.m.
Dinner Dance The Association for Children with Down Syndrome is going to have their 30th Anniversary Dinner Dance at the Crest Hollow Country Club in Woodbury.
Saturday, May 5
Cocktail Reception and Auction: 7:00p.m.
Awards Dinner: 8:00 p.m.
Free Eye Testing for Glaucoma will take place at Molloy College in the Wilbur Arts Center Lobby, 1000 Hempstead Avenue, Rockville Centre. Phone for information: 888-4-MOLLOY.
Monday, April 30, 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Annual Spring Plant Sale will be held by the United Church of Rockville Centre. Choose from a wide variety of plants. The United Church is located at 430 Morris Avenue between Princeton St. and Hamilton St. For more information call the church office at 766-2975.
Saturday, May 5, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Fashion Doll Show & Sale will be held at the Holiday Inn at 173 Sunrise Highway. There will be dozens of dealers, special hotel room rates and free appraisals. Admission is $5 and for under 12: $2. For information call (516) 763-4606.
Saturday, April 28, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Spring Concert The Rockville Centre Choral Society will hold its annual Spring concert at St. James Place, Lynbrook. Tickets are $5 in advance and $6 at the door. For information call (516) 536-0504 or (516) 561-1315.
Saturday, May 12, 8:00 p.m.
Cathedral House to host fundraiser featuring Long Island Legends in concert at 50 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City. Performers include Speed King, On Time and more. Advance tickets $8, $10 at the door. Call (516) 825-2903.
Friday, May 18, 7:30-11:30 p.m.

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..