Meeting Place

The Inwood Civic Association meets the first Thursday of each month at 8 p.m. at Sons of Italy Hall, 202 Wanser Avenue in Inwood. For additional information, call 746-1300, ext. 227.

The Board of Sanitary District One meets the first and third Wednesdays of the month at 8 p.m. at One Bay Boulevard in North Lawrence.

The Kiwanis Club of the Five Towns meets Thursdays at 7 p.m. at Goldie's Restaurant in Valley Stream. One may call 825-7063 for more information.

The Hewlett Business Association meets the second Tuesday of each month, at the Hewlett Fire House, at 7:30 p.m.

The Woodmere Merchants Association meets the first Monday of each month at the Woodmere-Lawrence United Methodist Church in Woodmere at 6:30 p.m.

P.F.C. John J. Oliveri Post. The P.F.C. John J. Oliveri Post 1582 meets the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 8:30 p.m. at the V.F.W. on 259 Doughty Boulevard in Inwood. For additional information contact post commander Sal Scotto at 239-8281.

The Long Beach Sewer District meets every Tuesday at 6 p.m. in the Board Room of the Board of Commissioners, 2150 Bay Blvd. in Atlantic Beach.

Health Assessment.There will be a health assessment with June Friedel, R.N. every first Tuesday of the month at 10 a.m. in the Five Towns Senior Center. This complete one-on-one health assessment includes blood pressure, drug compatibility and discussion about your health concerns in total privacy. It's sponsored by the Nassau County Department of Senior Citizen Affairs.

Special Event

Garden Club. Learn to grow Dahlias like a professional from Steve Nowotarski, an expert from The Mid-Island and The National Dahlia Society. The program is free and will be hosted by the Cedarhurst-Woodmere Garden Club on Friday, March 9, at 1 p.m. in North Woodmere Park on Branch Boulevard. Coffee and cake will be served.

Mind Master.n Come spend an evening with Mystical Mind Master Jerry McCambridge on Saturday, March 3 at the Woodmere Club, on Meadow Drive. Wine and cheese served at 8 p.m.; showtime is 8:45 p.m., followed by a mesmerizing array of desserts. This event is sponsored by the National Council of Jewish Women , Peninsula Section-New Generation. Couvet is $40 per person and $80 per couple. Call 374-1064 for reservations.

Income tax help. There will be free income tax help available at the Peninsula Public Library on Fridays 9 a.m. to noon, until April 6. This is provided in conjunction with the library and AARP under the supervision of the IRS. Call 239-3262 to schedule an appointment.

'50s Party. Reconstructionist Congregation Beth Emeth, 36 Franklin Ave., Hewlett, will hold an old-fashioned '50s nite party at the temple on Saturday, March 10, from 8 p.m. to midnight. Admission is $19.50/advance purchase or $25 at the door. Checks should be made payable to the temple, c/o Susan Sternberg. Refreshments will consist of wine, cheese, beer, soda and desserts. Guests are encouraged to dress in costume appropriate to the '50s and prizes will be awarded. For more information call 625-4852.

Library News

E-Books available on-line. NetLibrary, a comprehensive collection of on-line books, is now available through the Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library. An e-book is an electronic version of a printed book that can be viewed on-line from any computer connected to the internet. Hewlett-Woodmere School District residents may stop at the library's information desk to create a NetLibrary account. Discover a whole new way to look at books. Read thousands of full-text books on-line, and access the entire collection 24 hours a day. For more info. call 374-1967.

Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library Board of Trustees is scheduled to hold a special budget meeting at 7:45 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 28 in the trustees' room of the library.

'0 a.m., Crooks.' This riotous comedy, starring Woody Allen, Tracey Ullman, and Hugh Grant follows the illegal misadventures of an ex-con dishwasher and his wife, who dream of becoming rich by way of a bank robbery in New York City. It will show on Wednesday, Feb. 28 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at Hewlett-Woodmere Library, 1125 Broadway.

Piano Duo of Eleanor M. Nelson and Karen Faust Baer will perform at H-W Library at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, March 4. Come hear this remarkable piano duo perform works by Corigliano, Stravinsky, Debussy and Saint-Saens. Tickets are required. Call library regarding ticket availability, at 374-1967, ext. 37.

The Golden Age of Dutch Art will be presented at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, March 7 at H-W Library. Explore the Delft School, the works of Vermeer, De Hooch, Fabritius, Houckgeese, DeWitte and others with art historian and artist Carol Dubs. Call Nadine Connors for more information at 374-1967, ext. 37.

Hollywood Love Goddesses will be looked at in film clips and discussed in the second part of a film lecture series on the Golden Age of Hollywood. Seena Edelman will narrate at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, March 8, at H-W Library.

PPL and jewelry. Registration will begin at Peninsula Public Library at 9 a.m. on Monday, March 5, for the hands-on experience of designing and creating a beaded necklace. Semi-precious stones, blown glass, metal, woods, and shellswill be distributed free. The class is scheduled for Monday, March 26, at 1 p.m. under the guidance of expert BLACK OXNY. Class size is limited to the first 20 persons; District 15 residents will be given priority.

The Perfect Storm. This feature film will be shown at PPL on Tuesday, March 6, at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Set in 1991, the film depicts the plight of one sword-fishing ship, the ill-fated Andrea Gail.

Oscar Wilde is the subject of the presentation at PPL on Wednesday, March 7, at 1 p.m. Noted discussion leader Gene Cohen will talk about Wilde's life, his work focusing on "The Picture of Dorian Gray" and the continuing influence of Wilde today. For more information call 239-3262.

Winter Film Festival. The Winter Movies will be shown for 11 consecutive Tuesdays at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. at PPL. For complete information, pick up the film brochure at the library.

Religious News

Temple Hillel of North Woodmere's spring adult education program will begin on Monday, March 5 and will continue every Monday evening until Memorial Day. Rabbi Solomon Aidelson will conduct the weekly portion at 7:30 p.m.; Reverend Steven Blitz, the Basic Hebrew Reading at 7:30 p.m.; and Rabbi Alan Lavin, Exloring the Talmud at 8:30 p.m. for more information, call 791-6344.

The Young Israel of Woodmere offers a Torah study and beginner's prayer service class on Sunday mornings at 10:30. The synagogue is also holding a series of Hebrew reading classes for beginners on Wednesdays at 8 p.m. For further information and to register, one may call 295-0150.

Chumash Class. The Young Israel of Hewlett, located at 1 Piermont Ave., is having Chumash Classes for men on Thursday from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. during the winter and spring months.

Book Club. The first meeting of the Layala Friendship Judaica Book Club will be held at Traditions Kosher Restaurant on Central Ave. in Lawrence. If you would like to meet new people and discuss interesting books, please come for dinner on Feb. 28, weather permitting. For more info. call 295-2365. The first book will be "Jewish Matters" by Doran Kornbluth.

Nassau Region of Hadassah's Ivrit L'Hadassah classes, which teach Hebrew literacy and conversation, are continuing in the Five Towns. Dr. Annette Labovitz, Ph.D, is presenting an advanced course on Monday mornings at Temple Beth El in Cedarhurst and Ferne Skiba is teaching an intermediate course at the Hewlett-East Rockaway Jewish Center. Participants must be Hadassah members or associates. There is a charge for the books being used, but not for the course. Anyone wishing more information may call 766-2725.

The Annual Purim Spiel at Temple Israel, 140 Central Ave., Lawrence, will be performed on Thursday, March 8 at 8 p.m. in the sanctuary. The theme of this year's spiel is "Livin' La Vida Loca." Featured in this gala presentation will be "The Lady with the Tutti-Fruity Hat," "10 Evil Sons of Hamen" performing a most magnificent Mexican hat dance. The event is free to the public. Call 239-1140 for more information.

Super Duper Purim carnival will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, March 4, at the Hewlett-East Rockaway Jewish Centre, 295 Main St., East rockaway. Exciting games, prizes, food and fun for all ages. Tickets will be on sale at the door. for more information call the Youth Office, 599-1148. All are welcome; ample parking available. The temple will hold services and celebrations for the Jewish festival of Purim on at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 8, with the traditional reading of the Megilla or Scroll of Esther.

International Folk & Line Dancing. Learn Israeli and international folk dancing! This will take place at Congregation Beth Emeth, 36 Franklin Ave, Hewlett. Starting March 7, the classes run from 7:30 to 9 p.m. The fee is $9 for members, $10 for non-members. For more info. call 374-9220, ext. 37.

Hebrew Classes. The Young Israel of Hewlett is offering Reading Hebrew Level 2, "Learn to read from a Sidur," Sunday mornings at 10:30 a.m. and "Bible Basics" Thursday mornings 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. Young Israel is located at 1 Piermont Ave. in Hewlett.

Congregation Sons of Israel offers a "Mommy and Me" group on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. For more information and to register, one may call 374-0805.

Torah Seminars for Women. OU Torah Seminars for women are offered Sunday mornings at the West Side Institutional Synagogue on West 76th Street in Manhattan; Monday evenings at Congregation Adereth El on East 29th Street, also in Manhattan; and Tuesday evenings at the Young Israel of Woodmere, 859 Peninsula Boulevard. Tuition is $100 per course; $75 for three or more courses. To view the complete schedule of classes, obtain more information or to register, visit the OU's website www.ou.org and select women learn!or call (212) 613-8188

Senior Spotlight

The Five Towns Senior Center. Every Wednesday at 10 a.m. there will be a Drama Discussion led by Harold Engel. Every Thursday at 10 a.m. there will be a singing group led by Ruth Shuster. Basic Bridge Instruction will be Wednesdays at 12:45 p.m., led by Diane Goldstein.

Adult Day Care. The Greater Five Towns YM & YWHA holds an adult social day care program for frail and or physically challenged older adults. The program includes social activities, recreational crafts, exercise, yoga, nutrition education, kosher lunches, counseling and nursing support services. The group provides an intimate caring environment in which seniors flourish. "Come Alive" offers stimulating programs and enriching new friendships in a family atmosphere. The program meets on Mondays and Thursdays and kosher lunches are served. Limited transportation is provided. For further information or to set up an intake appointment, call Cathy Byrne, MS, RN at 569-6733. They are located at 124 Franklin Place in Woodmere.

For Your Health

Bereavement Group. The Greater Five Towns YM and YWHA is offering a Bereavement Group. The objective of this six-week group is to provide support for the recently bereaved in a caring and warm atmosphere. There will be the opportunity to work through grief, examine feelings and discover inner strengths. This group will be held at the Greater Five Towns YM and YWHA, located at 207 Grove Ave., Cedarhurst. A $40 pre-registration fee is required. For more info call 569-6733.

Bereavement Group. The Peninsula Counseling Center has started a new bereavement support group for recent widows and widowers, on Wednesdays at 5 p.m. at 124 Franklin Place. Adjusting to life without a loved one is painful, but a supportive and caring group environment can help the healing process. It is helpful to be with others going through the same experience, people who understand and share your feelings. Call Ruth Stern for more details 569-6600.

Grandparents raising grandchildren. If you are raising your children's children, this support group is for you. The group will meet Mondays at 7p.m. Call Lyn Dakes, CSW at Peninsula Counseling Center, 569-6600. Fee of $15 a week for the eight-week group. A grandparent will co-lead the group with Dakes. Groups meet in the Woodmere Office, 124 Franklin Place.

Survivors of Suicide. The Survivors of Suicide group, a satellite chapter of The Compassionate Friends, meets the first Friday of every month at Zion Episcopal Church, 243-01 Northern Blvd. at 8 p.m. For more info call Ed and Marsha Simon at 295-6345.

Ongoing Events

L.I.C.C. 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.

Coats For Kids. Do you have a winter coat you don't use? Are you cleaning out your closets? Don't throw them out. Keep a child warm this winter by donating unwanted children's coats at: Assemblyman Harvey Weisenberg's office, 20 West Park Ave., Long Beach. Call 431-0500. Office hours 9 a.m.-5 p.m. All coats collected will be dry cleaned free of charge by: Delta Cleaners, 83 East Park Ave., Long Beach, and forwarded to "Coats for Kids" for distribution to needy families.

Separated and Divorced. A new, 12-session group for those in the process of separation and divorce at the Peninsula Counseling Center's Lynbrook office at 381 Sunrise Highway, 2nd floor. Meetings begin promptly at 7:15 p.m. Call Laurie Forman, CSW, at 599-1181 to pre-register. All inquiries are strictly confidential. Fees are based on a sliding scale and most insurance plans are accepted.

Joy of Painting. Woodmere artist, Iris Gorenberg will "share the joy of painting" at the Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library. Individualized instruction in oils, acrylics, watercolors, pastels, charcoal, and pen and ink, as well as clay modeling will be included. For further information concerning registration dates and schedules, please call Ms. Gorenberg at 374-2789.

Chesed Organization. Kesher is a local youth-based chesed organization developed to promote acts of kindness in the community. They are currently collecting items in new or like new condition to distribute to those in need. Tax receipts are available upon request for all donations made. They accept toys, baby equipment and all clothing. For more information call Basha Mindell at 371-0996.

Self-Help Group. A mental health community organization, helping people deal with fear, depression and anxiety, meets on Monday evenings at 8:15 p.m. at St. Joseph's Parish, 1346 Broadway, Hewlett. For more info, 433-1742.

Temple Hillel Sisterhood will collect non-perishable, kosher food for distribution to hungry children and families. Everything from peanut butter and pasta to tuna and toaster pastry is needed and will be picked up weekly by United Jewish Appeal for distribution to needy families. The program will continue every Monday and Tuesday during Hebrew School hours, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. The community is urged to take part in this community outreach program. Anyone wishing more information may call 791-6634.

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 Ave., Cedarhurst. The group begins with a Stretch and Flex Class followed by a wide variety of wonderful and informative programs. Golden Circle meets every Tuesday at 12 p.m. at Temple Beth El, Broadway and Locust, in Cedarhurst. Starting with refreshments and light exercise, this group always has interesting lectures or entertainment for all to enjoy.

Parkinson's Support Group Foundation of Long Island,in cooperation with the Greater Five Towns YM & YWHA, has formed "Tuesday Activity Center," a group for individuals suffering from Parkinson's disease and their spouses and families, at the " Y," 207 Grove Ave. in Cedarhurst, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The purpose is to allow a better understanding of Parkinson's, and proper exercise. Call 569-6733.

Literacy for the deaf. Peninsula Counseling Center offers a new literacy program for deaf adults. Basic and advanced classes in reading and writing are available. There is no fee for this service. Classes meet Monday and Wednesday evenings at PCC's Lynbrook office, 381 Sunrise Highway, 2nd Floor, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. beginning Jan. 15. For more information contact Julia Ball or Marius Titus at 599-3482 (TTY) or 599-1181(Voice).

Peninsula Counseling Center is offering a new program for adults with severe physical disabilities. "Out and About" brings physically disabled adults together on Thursdays for three hours of socializing, sharing ideas and discussion of a variety of topics. The group, which meets weekly at Temple Emanu-El in Lynbrook, is looking for new members as well as guest speakers.

The Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library offers 55 Alive/mature driving courses on an on-going basis to residents of School District 14. For courses and registration dates, call the library at 374-1967.

Religious Services

Synagogues

Services for March 2 and March 3:

Congregation Bais Menachem at The Chabad Center of the Five Towns in Cedarhurst--4:45 P.M. Friday, 9:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. Saturday.

Congregation Beth Sholom in Lawrence--7:00 P.M. Friday, 9 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Sat.

Congregation Ohr Torah in North Woodmere--4:50 P.M.Friday, 4:45 p.m. Saturday.

Congregation Sons of Israel in Woodmere--6 P.M. Friday, 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. Saturday.

Congregation Shaaray Tefila in Lawrence--4:30 p.m.. Friday, 9 a.m. Saturday.

Congregation Aish Kodesh- Friday- 4:33P.M, Saturday 8:45 a.m. and 4:15P.M.

Hewlett-East Rockaway Jewish Centre/Congregation Etz Chaim in East Rockaway--7 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. Saturday.

Reconstructionist Congregation Beth Emeth in Hewlett--8 p.m. Friday, 9:30 a.m. Saturday.

Temple Beth El in Cedarhurst--6:15 p.m.Fri.; 9:30 a.m., 6:15 p.m. Sat.; 9:30 a.m., 6:15 p.m. Sun.

Temple Hillel in North Woodmere--5:30 P.M. Friday, 8:45 a.m., Saturday.

Temple Israel in Lawrence--8 P.M. Friday, 10:30 a.m. Saturday.

Agudath Israel of the Five Towns--4:21Fri, 8:55A.M Sat, 4:10P.M.

Temple Sinai in Lawrence--8:00 P.M.Friday, 9 a.m. Saturday.

The Sephardic Congregation of the Five Towns-7:05 P.M. Friday, 8:45 a.m. and 7:45 P.M. Saturday.

The Sephardic Temple in Cedarhurst-- 8 a.m., 7:30 P.M. Friday, 8:45 a.m. Saturday.

Young Israel of Hewlett, Congregation Ahavat Yisrael-- 7:00 P.M. Friday, 9 a.m. Saturday.

Young Israel of Lawrence-Cedarhurst--7:15 & 8:00 P.M. Friday,; 8:15 & 9:00 a.m., 6:00 & 7:40 P.M. Saturday.

Young Israel of North Woodmere--5 P.M. Friday, 9 a.m. and 5 P.M. Saturday.

Young Israel of Woodmere--5:55 P.M., 7:15 P.M. Friday; 7:15, 8:45 & 9:00 a.m., 5:30, 7:45 & 7:55 P.M. Saturday.

Young Israel of Hewlett--4:22P.M., Friday; 9a.m., 4:13, Saturday

Congregation Toras Chaim in Hewlett---5:40 p.m., Friday; 7:30 a.m., 8:45 a.m., 5:25 p.m., 6:38 p.m., Saturday

Churches

Services for March 4:

Community Bible Church in Inwood--10 a.m.

Lutheran Church of the Incarnation in Cedarhurst--11 a.m.

Our Lady of Good Counsel R.C. Church in Inwood--7:15, 8:15 (Spanish) and 10:30 a.m.; 5:30 P.M., Saturday.

St. Joachim R.C. Church in Cedarhurst-- Sunday Masses: 8 a.m., 10 a.m. and 12 Noon.

St. Joseph R.C. Church in Hewlett--8:30; 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 P.M.

St. Paul's United Methodist Church in Inwood--9:30a.m.

Trinity-St. John's Episcopal Church in Hewlett--8 and 10:30 a.m.

Woodmere-Lawrence United Methodist Church--11 a.m.

Bethel a.m.E. Church (Far Rock.)--11 a.m.

First Presbyterian Church (Far Rock.)--11 a.m.