Board of Zoning and Appeals will meet for a decision meeting on March 27 at 7:30 pm. The public is invited.123 Central Avenue.
Board of Trustees will meet for a regular meeting at 7:30 p.m., March 26th. The meeting will be followed by a work session. The public is invited. 123 South Central Avenue.
Easter egg hunt sponsored by the Valley Stream Recreation Department on Saturday, April 7 (raindate April 14). Grades 3-4 invited to participate. Planned for Hendrickson Park. Further information call 825-8570.
Arts and crafts and Woodworking classes sponsored by Valley Stream Recreation Department starting first week in Feb. and running to Mar. 31. Classes for children ages 5 through 10. $40 fee. For registration information call 825-8570.
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
Community night at Central High School large gym on Thursday, April 5 starting at 6:30 p.m. Focus is on "Career Night." Further information call 825-2000.
Fashion show hosted by the Shaw Avenue PTA ON Thursday, March 29 at The Sand Castle in Franklin Square starting at 7 p.m. Tickets are $42 per person. Further information call 256-0034. Those wishing to donate goods or services call 285-0439.
District 30 will have their next school board meeting on March 26. The 8 p.m. meeting will be held at the Shaw Avenue school.
Shaw alumni needed as part of 50th anniversary celebration on Mar. 16 @ 9:00 a.m. Further information call 825-3849.
District 13. A regular meeting is scheduled for Mar. 21 at 8:00 P.M. Meeting is held at James A. Dever School. Public is invited.
District 24 will hold a regular meeting of Board of Education on Mar. 29 at 8:30 P.M. at the William Buck School. Public invited. .
On-going Events
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.
Spanish Mass. on March 4 and April 15 at Holy Name of Mary Church for the Spanish community in VS.
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.
Healing arts Chi Kung classes, a healing art form, will be given on Monday evenings for five weeks at Temple Gates of Zion. The cost is $25 for the sessions. For further call 561-2308. (Session started Jan. 8).
Sunrise services at Temple Hillel on Fri. Mar.23 @ 4:45 p.m., Sat. Mar.24 @ 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
Water Authority of Nassau County will be held on Monday, March 26 at 58 South Tyson Ave,,Floral Park at 7:30 p.m.
"Jekyll & Hyde" trip sponsored by the L.I. Society of Italian-Americans on May 11. Cost for trip to East Brunswick Chateu $69 per person. Call (516) 561-2364.
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. Entires 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.
Mini auction sponsored by the Salvation Army Women's Auxiliary of the Wayside Home School for Girls will hold a General meeting at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, March 21 at 1461 Dutch Broadway. Call (516) 561-6489.
AARP meeting of Valley Stream chapter #2686 next scheduled in April at the Masonic Hall, 30 W. Jamaica Avenue. Coffee hour at 12 noon. Business meeting at 1 p.m. New members welcome
Art show at Pagan-Fletcher Restoration, 143 Hendrickson Ave.,Sat. Mar. 31 - Sun.,Apr. 1: from 12-4 p.m. No fee. Call (516) 825-0324.Calling all artists to participate: call 872-0006 by March 19 to get your art display at the show.
Slide lecture at VS Historical Society on Thursday.,Mar. 29 at 8 p.m. "Trip to Cornwall,England" by The Duffy's at Holy Trinity Parish Hall, Brooklyn Avenue. Refreshments, guest welcome.No fee. Call (516) 825-0324.
Passover seder Sunday, Apr. 8 at 6:15 p.m. at Temple B'nai Israel of Elmont. $31 before Mar. 25. Call (516) 354-1156.
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.
Waldinger Library
(516) 825-6422
Children's programsevents planned at library on March 26 and March 27. Fun for all ages. Call 825-6422.
Chalk Art contest sponsored by Library at 10:30 Sat.,March 31 . Magic show will follow contest. Registration required. Call 825-6422.
Internet access First come, first-serve basis by appointment. Adult cardholders (over 18 years of age)
Military uniforms on display at Library during March. WW II uniforms from collection of local resident. now available at Library.
Poetry contest celebrating National Poetry Month. Poems can be humorous or thought-provoking. Any style. Any length. Submit to Ms.Eng by Mar. 22. Call further information.
Storytime series Two storytime series for children this winter: "Pre-Schoolers Story Time" will be offered Fridays 1-1:45 p.m. "Kindergarten Kapers" will be held Mondays, 4-4:45 p.m. Call Children's Librarian Linda Eagan at (516) 825-6422.
Spanish-Database now available at Henry Waldinger Memorial Library, known as INFORME!Take time to try this new Spanish-language database. Further information go to: www.nassaulibrary.org/valleyst/at home.
Computer Instruction For detailed information and specific times call 825-6422. Registration required, but accepted over telephone.
Groups
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
Training Long Island Crisis Center is looking for volunteers. L.I.C.C. offers a 24 / 7 hotline, internet counseling seven days a week, 2 P.M. to 11 P.M. Call to set up an interview at 826-0244.
55 Alive Driving Course. Registration is now open for the "55 Alive" driving course given through AARP at the Young Israel Senior League, located at 2716 Healy Avenue. Far Rockaway.
YM & YWHA Programs The Greater Five Towns YM & YWHA is happy to announce some wonderful programs for retired, enthusiastic adults. Shalom Club meets every Monday at 1 P.M. at the "Y," 207 Grove Avenue, Cedarhurst.
Program for children of substance abusers is available at Tempo Group. C.O.S.A. aids youngsters whose lives are affected by parental drug abuse. For more information, call: (516) 374-3671.
Recovery, Inc. A Self-Help group focusing on mental health meets in Valley Stream at Holy Name of Mary School, 90 S. Grove St. at E. Jamaica Ave. every Saturday at 1:30 P.M. Call (516) 433-1742.
Coaches needed to assist Valley Stream Soccer Club. Registration reimbursement offered for children of a coach at the end of spring 2001 season. Call 568-1146.
Gam-Anon for spouses, adult children over 18, family and friends who may be affected by a gambling problem.Meetings every night. Please call 24-hours: (516) 321-2883.
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.
Special Volunteers wanted for residents of Franklin Hospital Medical Center's Nursing Home. To help: call the Volunteer Office at (516) 256-6144.
Crisis counseling at The Nightwatch Hotline free of charge. Hours are Sunday through Thursday from 6:00 P.M. to 11:00 P.M. and Friday and Saturday from 8:00 P.M. to 1:00 a.m. Call (516) 889-2332.
Parkinson's Support Group Foundation of Long Island, Inc.,in cooperation with the Greater Five Towns YM & YMHA has formed "Tuesday Activity Center," a group for individuals suffering from Parkinson's disease and their families, to be held at Y on Grove Avenue in Cedarhurst. For information call 569-6733.
Grief Share recovery seminar Meets at the Church of the Nazarene, 215 Hillside Ave. VS, every Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. and Wed. at 1 p.m.. 561-8101.
Bowling league sponsored by Sisterhood of Elmont Jewish Center on Thursdays at 12:30. All welcome. Call: 775-5078.
