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Board of education meeting to be held in Room 112 of the South Side High School.
Tuesday, March 27, 8:30 p.m.
Zoning Board of Appeals meeting to be held in Village Hall, One College Place.
Wednesday, March 28, 8 p.m.
Board of Trustee meeting to be held in Village Hall, One College Place.
Monday, April 2, 8:15 p.m.

Arts, Music & Theater

'Once on this Island' will be performed by students at South Side High School under the direction of Jennifer Monsour-Prendergast.
March 29, 30 & 31, 7:30 p.m.
'No No Nanette' to be performed by Oceanside High School students. Tickets $7. For information, call (516) 678-7526.
March 23 & 24, 8 p.m.
Kaleidoscope Concert for Kids.The Maxx Foundation is hosting a pair of concerts for children at Molloy College, 1000 Hempstead Ave. One of the first of its kind, the show is geared specifically toward developmentally disabled children. The show will be conducted by Long Island Philharmonic's Francis Roberts.
Saturday, March 31, 12 p.m. and 1:15 p.m.

Community events


Flea market sponsored by the Halandia Court Tenants Association will be held at 266/274 N. Centre Avenue Community Room. Will feature new and used items.
Saturday, March 24, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Grand Marshal's Reception for the Rockville St. Patrick's Parade to be held at Rockville Links Country Club, Long Beach Road.
Friday, March 23, 8 p.m.
St. Patrick's Parade in Rockville Centre travels Long Beach Road and Maple Avenue for fifth year
Saturday, March 24, Noon
Garage sale sponsored by the Nassau Branch of the American Association of University Women will be held at the Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 1375 Grand Avenue, Baldwin. It will feature toys, books, small appliances, jewelry and clothing. Money raised will go to college scholarships.
Saturday, March 24, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Commemorative Mass to be held at St. Agnes Cathedral, Quealy Place,as part of the Rockville Centre St. Patrick's Parade festivities.
Saturday, March 24, 7:45 a.m.
Gaelic Fest at Sacred Heart Academy, 47 Cathedral Avenue, Hempstead, will raise funds to make the school handicapped accessible. $25 donation.
Sunday, March 25, 3 p.m.
Potpourri Shop The shop, located next to Church of Ascension on 71 North Village Avenue, is offering evening hours for the first time.
Begins March 26, Mondays 4-8 p.m.
Model railroading Spring convention to be held at the United Methodist Church, 881 Merrick Road, Baldwin. It will feature operating model railroads, modeling clinics, model and photo contest, white elephant tables and door prizes.
April 21, 10 a.m.-5p.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.

Evening Prayer and Anointing for people living with HIV/AIDS.. Diocese of Rockville Centre on 50 North Park Avenue.
Sunday, April 1 at 7:30 p.m.

Spotlight on Seniors

Sandel Senior Center
50 South Park Avenue
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 9
AARP Defensive Driving classes to be held. Advance registration is required. Call (516) 678-9350.
Thursday, March 22, 6-10 p.m.
Sing a long by Brenda Dye mixes sing-a-long and music appreciation.
Thursdays, 1:30 p.m.
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.
Beginner bridge lessons are offered weekly.
Mondays, 10 a.m. -Noon
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

At the Libraries


RVC Public Library
221 N. Village Avenue
Dutch Art. A lecture presented by art historian Carol Dubs. Learn all about the Golden Age of Dutch Art.
Tuesday , March 27, 1 p.m..
Crafts fun. Kids make African masks, suitable for hanging.
Saturday, March 24, 1 p.m.
Book discussions led by Dr. Richard Bodtke have temporarily been suspended until further notice due to illness.
Saturday surprises is a family program for all ages.
Saturdays, 3 p.m.
Photo drawing. Bring a clear large photo of yourself or loved one for a drawing. Lucky winner will be used for demonstration. Call (516) 485-4505.
Tuesday, March 27,7:30 p.m.
Oceanside Library
30 Davison Avenue
Tax assistance for senior citizens provided by the Town of Hempstead Department of Senior Enrichment. Free. Bring last year's return, property tax bills, W2P, W2 and 1099 forms.
Ongoing, Wednesdays, 10 a.m. - 1:30 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 p.m.
Middle school dance for seventh and eighth graders. Participants must live in Rockville Centre or attend school in Rockville Centre. Proof of residency or school membership is needed.
Friday, March 23, 7:30-10 p.m.
Crafts fair and flea market to feature an assortment of homemade goodies, antiques and new and used merchandise.
Sunday, March 25, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Daffodil Days an annual event for the American Cancer Society to support its programs. Donation is $7 per bunch of flowers.
March 28 & 29

At the Hospital

Mercy Medical Center
1000 N. Village Avenue
Tough love meetings to be held in the Employee Cafeteria. For parents of hard-to-handle children ages eight to adult. Call (516) 767-1994 for day and time.
Ongoing