Board of Trustees for a work session on May 7. Public hearing May 21 with regular meeting to follow. The public is invited. 123 South Central Avenue.
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.
Schools
Public Hearing on Tuesday, May 8 starting 8:30 p.m. at Valley Stream Central High School to discuss SAVE legislation.
High School District will have their next school board meeting on May 8 at 8:30 p.m. in Administration Building. Budget vote May 15 from 7a.m.-10 p.m. Voting in Dist. 13 & 30 elementary schools and 7 a.m.-9p.m. in Dist. 24 elementary schools and Corona Ave Firehouse . Public is invited.
District 13 A candidates debate is planned for 8 p.m., May 1 at the The James A. Dever school.The district will hold their budget vote on Tuesday, May 16. Their next school board meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, May 24 at the James A. Dever School. 8 p.m..
District 30 will have their next school board meeting on Tuesday, May 24 at 8 p.m..
District 24 A candidates debate is planned for 7:30 p.m., May 1at the Will L. Buck School. The district will hold a regular meeting at 8 p.m. on Thursday,May 25.
On-going Events
Homemakers Council of Nassau County, Valley Stream Chapter will be held on Thursday, April 26 at the Olivet Baptist Church Hall at 10 a.m. Call 285-5735.
Gibson Civic Association Meets monthly at the Olivet Baptist Church Hall, Locust Street & DuBois Avenue, Valley Stream, commencing at 8:00 p.m. Meetings generally held during third week of the month.
Drama Discussion sponsored by the Five Towns Senior Center. Group meets every Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. and Thursday at 10:00 a.m. Basic Bridge instructional class conducted, too. 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 Medical Center each Wednesday at 7:45 p.m. Call: (516) 352-4809.
Gibson Civic Association meets 4th Tuesday of every month except July, Aug., and Sept.
Vendors wanted for Deborah Hospital Foundation craft fair/ Duck Race. Set for June 2 at Babylon Town Hall Park. Further information call (631) 957-8041.
Sunrise services at Temple Hillel on Fri. April28 @ 4:45 p.m., Sat.April29 @ 8:45 a.m. and Sun. 9:00 a.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.
Central Alumni Valley Stream Central HS Assoc. holds monthly meetings at the Pagan-Fletcher Restoration, 145 Hendrickson Ave. More information email VSCALUMNI@AOL.COM or write P.O. Box 642, V.S.11582-0642.
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 Monday and Thursday, 10 a.m. to 3 P.M. Bargains galore, 'Dollar Days,' and more! (516) 825-4567.
Historic tours of the Pagan-Fletcher Restoration, 143 Hendrickson Ave. What a wonderful way to spend a Sunday! Learn about Valley Stream history in an interesting setting from knowledgeable guides. Sundays from 1:00 P.M. to 4:00 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 Valley Stream holds regular meetings every 3rd Thursday at Lutheran Church of Our Saviour, DuBois and Rockaway Aves., VS. . Artistic arrangements and horticulture will be displayed. For more information, 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 Monday mornings from 11:30 to 1:30 P.M. Call (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.
Special Events
Like Broadway An evening of songs and refreshments in a cabaret-style atmosphere at Blessed Sacrament church on Central Ave. in VS on Sat., May 5, at 8 p.m. $15 in advance, $20 at door. Tickets avail. at the rectory Mon.0Fri., 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.. Seating limited. Call (516) 568-1027.
Yard sale sponsored by the Chai Group of VS Hadassah starting at 10 a.m. on Sunday, May 6 at 38 Jedwood Place. For further information call 766-2725.
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.
Democratic Club will meet at 8 p.m., Wednesday, May 2 at the Lutheran Church of Our Saviour, at Rockaway and Dubois Avenues.
Garage sale sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary starting 9 a.m. April 28. Proceeds to benefit Veterans Rehab program. Scheduled to take place at 90 Beverly Parkway,Valley Stream. 872-6326.
Awards luncheon at Franklin Hospital Medical Center starting 11 a.m.,Thursday, April 26. Ceremony will honor 75 local residents in the Shankman Auditorium. Further information call (516) 256-6000.
Bus ride sponsored by the Long Island Society of Italian Americans scheduled for May 14. Further information call (516) 561-2364.
Interfaith meeting scheduled for 12:30 p.m., Friday, April 27 at Grace Methodist Church. All welcome.
Water authority of Western Nassau County will meet 7:30 p.m., Monday, April 30 at 58 South Tyson Avenue, Floral Park. Public is welcome.
Book sale Trinity Lutheran Church of Alden Terrace is holding a book sale from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 28. Oliver Avenue and Everett Street. Call (516) 285-9782.
Victorian tea by Valley Stream Historical Society. Sat.,May 5 @ 3 p.m. $15. Reservations only. Call 872-0006 before April 27. Bring cups,saucers, plates and spoons.
Knights of Columbus planning trip to Philadelphia between May 14-16. For further information call (516) 437-4449. Everyone welcome.
Auxiliary card party hosted by St. Therese Knights of Columbus at 7:30 p.m., Thursday, May 3. $ 5 donation. All welcome to 825 West Merrick Road.
"Jekyll & Hyde" trip sponsored by the L.I. Society of Italian-Americans on May 11. Cost for trip to East Brunswick Chateau $69 per person. Call (516) 561-2364.
LI Legends A concert with Speed King, On Time, Avante-Garde, Sinatra; 7:30 p.m., May 18 Cathedral House, Garden City. Call (516) 825-2903.
Westbury music fair trip sponsored by L.I. Society of Italian-Americans on May 22. "These Three Tenors" Dinner at Tivoli Terrace. $49 per person. Call 561-2364
Photo contest scheduled at Franklin Hospital Medical Center on May 16. Entries accepted April 1 through May 4. For more information call (516) 256-6571.
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.Film lecture sponsored at Temple Gates of Zion in Valley Stream at 7:30, Tuesday, March 20. Lecture will focus on films of Leonard Bernstein. Admission is free. Call (516) 561-2308.
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.
AARP meeting of Valley Stream chapter #2686 next scheduled in May at the Masonic Hall, 30 W. Jamaica Avenue. Coffee hour at 12 noon. Business meeting at 1 p.m. New members welcome
Going south to Williamsburg and Busch Gardens in Virginia sponsored by The St. Therese Knights of Columbus on June 18 through June 21.
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.
Central Alumni Valley Stream Central HS Assoc. holds monthly meetings at the Pagan-Fletcher Restoration, 145 Hendrickson Ave. More information email VSCALUMNI@AOL.COM or write P.O. Box 642, V.S.11582-0642.
Waldinger Library
(516) 825-6422
Activities for children are planned throughout April from a Pajama Storytime to a young adult game night. For dates and times call Ms. Eng at 825,6422.
