Village

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.

Board of Zoning and Appeals meets will meet for a decision meeting Mar. 20 at 123 South Central Avenue. Public invited.

Schools

PTA Council meeting 5th annual legislative breakfast on Mar. 17 at 9:00 a.m. in Cafeteria B of Memorial JHS.

Shaw alumni needed as part of 50th anniversary celebration on Mar. 16 @ 9:00 a.m. Further information call 825-3849.

Kindergarten registration UFSD #24 on Mar. 13 @ 7:30 p.m. For children 5 years of age on or before Dec. 1. Call schools for information.

Fashion show sponsored by The Wheeler Avenue PTA on Thur. Mar. 8 at Jericho Terrace in Mineola. $40 per person. Call 872-9865.

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.

VSHS will hold regular meeting of Board of Education on Tues.,Mar.. 13 at 8:30 P.M. Meetings are held in Board room at Memorial Junior High School.( The district will have a Board Budget Work Day on Tues.Jan 30).

On-going Events

Spanish Mass at 2 p.m. 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).

Homemakers from the Franklin Square Floral Park Chapter of Homemakers will monthly. Next meeting is scheduled for March 15.. The meeting will include a speaker, refreshments and various fee classes. This event is scheduled to take place at St. Andrews Lutheran Blvd., 54 Nassau Blvd. West Hempstead. All welcome. For further information call 285-7158.

Thrift shop at 413 Rockaway Ave. Valley Stream, by Community Presbyterian Church is holding end-of-year sales on March 12 through March 28. Open Mon.,Wed.,Fri.,and Sat., from 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Sunrise services at Temple Hillel on Fri. Mar.9 @ 4:45 p.m., Sat. Mar.10 @ 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

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.

A women's seder scheduled for Tuesday, Mar. 20 at the Sisterhood of Temple Emanu-El of Lynbrook. For reservations and information call (516) 593-4004.

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 scheduled for Mar. 13 at the Masonic Hall, 30 W. Jamaica Avenue. Coffee hour at 12 noon. Business meeting at 1 p.m. New members welcome

Grow Dahlias like a professional from Steve Nowotarski, a notable expert. Free program hosted by Cedarhurst-Woodmere Garden Club on Friday, Mar. 9 at 1:00 p.m. in North Woodmere Park on Branch Blvd. Coffee and cake served.

Art show at Pagan-Fletcher Restoration House, 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 Tues.,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.

Lenten seasons study and workshop scheduled for Mar. 14 and Mar 15 @ Holy Name of Mary. Call 791-8754.

Penny Social on Fri.,Mar. 9 at 7 p.m., at Lutheran. Church of Our Saviour, Rockaway/Dubois Ave. $5 donation. Call 825-1481

Boat smart course at Valley Stream Memorial JHS starting Mar. 6 at 8:00 p.m. Further information (516) 293-7773. HBPSEDU@att.net.

Talmudic personalities lecture series Mar 12, Mar. 19 Cost per session is $7 or $18 for three sessions. Starting at 7:00 p.m. at Temple Gates of Zion. Call (516) 561-2308.

Dinner dance sponsored by N.Y. Number One Elks lodge on Mar. 3 to host official visit from State Elk President. W. Jamaica Ave. Further information call 561-2164.

Going south to Williamsburg and Busch Gardens in Virginia sponsored by The St. Therese Knights of Columbus on June 18through 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

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.

Computer Instruction at the Library starting Fri.,Mar. 9 and Sat.,Mar. 10 You must register and present your library card at the Adult Reference Desk. Call 825-6422 for further information about classes.

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.