Board of Education Budget Work Session at the District Office, 960 Hastings St., Baldwin
Wednesday, March 7, 8 p.m.
Board of Education Meeting at Meadow School, 880 Jackson St., Baldwin
Wednesday, March 14, 8 p.m.
At Baldwin Library
2385 Grand Avenue
(516) 223-6228
"Lunchtime Travel" Irish native Andrea Doherty will host a trip through the rural backroads of Northern and Eastern Ireland. Doherty will introduce you to the Ireland very few tourists get to see as she shares her first-hand knowledge of Irish customs, culture, history and crafts. Program is free and open to all.
Thursday, March 8, 12:30 p.m.
"An Irish Tea" Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with Irish native Andrea Doherty as she teaches you the preparation of her Blue Ribbon award winning Irish Trifle and demonstrates how to properly serve an Irish tea. Registration begins on Saturday, Feb. 27. Bring your own teacup and spoon.
Tuesday, March 13, 7-9 p.m.
Film showing: The Contender The library will be showing the film, The Contender, a thriller that will take you behind the scenes of Washington's political power plays.Starring Jeff Bridges, Gary Oldham, and Joan Allen. The film is rated R. Children under 17 must be accompanied an adult.
Friday, March 9, 1, 3:30 and 7:30 p.m.
Defensive Driving Course The library will be holding two Defensive Driving Courses. Upon completion of this six-hour course those attendees who are primary drivers of a vehicle will receive a certificate entitling them to a 10% reduction in their auto liability and collision insurance premiums and a reduction in the number of points currently on their licenses as a result of traffic violations. Registration necessary at Adult Reference Desk.
Saturday, Feb. 24 and Saturday, March 24, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m
"An International Musical Menu" Vovalist-pianist Shelley Shields will perform an international cabaret of music filled with the rhythms and melodies from many lands.Tickets will be available at the Reference Desk starting Sunday, Feb. 25. Limit 4 tickets per family.
Sunday, March 11, 2:30 p.m
Annual Book Sale The library will holding its annual book sale on Saturday, March 3 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.. This two-day sale will feature adult and children's books, magazines, audio books and a lot more.
"Only on Sundays" is the name of the new books program. A selection of new adult, young adult and children's books will be introduced for your perusal and enjoyment in the library's community room. It is a great opportunity to meet other local book lovers. Refreshments will be served.
2-4 p.m., Sundays Feb. 25, March 25, and April 29
Craft program with Jeanne Hall. Come and create a special penguin puppet. Tickets are free and are available at the Children's Desk starting Feb. 1.
2-2:45 p.m., Thurs., Feb. 22
African-American History Month Craft Celebrate African-American Month in a workshop to create the "Peace Windsock," which features doves of peace and a profile of Martin Luther King, Jr. Tickets are free and available at the Children's Desk starting Feb. 1.
3:15-4 p.m., Thurs., Feb. 22
Glitter Stationery Workshop join artist Joanne Insinga in creating stationery glitter. Each participant will go home with his or her own professional looking stationery with matching envelope. Registration begins Feb. 26. $2 fee.
Friday, March 16, 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Read and tell a book discuss program for third graders. Registration is necessary and begins Thursday, January 11. Call 223-6228 for more details.
3:45 p.m,. Thursday, March 1,
Let's Pretend Boys and girls in Kindergarten are invited to attend the Let's Pretend program. Come and enjoy stories and creative activities. Tickets are free and are available on Feb. 20.
Monday, March 19, 3:45-4:45
Homework center is open to children in grades 4-6 on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 4-7 P.M. Help is available for remedial as well as for students who want to get better grades.
Scrabble Club to meet at library every wednesday in Children's Room Auditorium. New members welcome.
Wednesdays, ongoing
Spotlight on seniors
Sandel Senior Center
50 South Park Avenue
(516) 678-9350
Tax assistance will be provided by AARP volunteers by appointment only. To set up an appointment, call (516) 678-9245
Thursdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. through April 9
Golf lessons will be offered to improve your game, learn new techniques, and to meet other players!
9 a.m., Tuesdays
Aerobics and weights an exercise class called Club Michelle will be sponsored by the Twon of Hempstead. No fee.
Thursdays, 1 p.m.
Food shopping for seniors who need assistance getting to and from local groceries. Volunteers provide transportation from the Center.
9:30 a.m., Tuesdays
Ballroom dancing instruction.
Noon, Mondays
Special events
Dixieland Jazz Concert at the Freeport Memorial Library. Michael Kohn's Dixieland Band brings back the classic sounds of Jazz, featuring some of the best musicians in the New York area. The Freeport Memorial Library is located at 144 West Merrick Road. The concert is free. For more information call (516) 379-3274.
Sunday, Feb. 25, 2:30 p.m.
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper hosted by the Evangelism Committee of St. Peter's Evangelical Lutheran Church. Come for an evening of socializing and fun. A donation of $3.50 for adults and $1.50 for children under 12 would be appreciated. Reservation forms are available in the narthex or Sunday bulletin
Tuesday, Feb. 27, 6:30p.m. - 9 p.m.
Debt free for life The Adult Continuing Education Program at the Baldwin Public School District is offering "Debt Free Living", a comprehensive 3-hour workshop that shows how to pay off all your credit card debt in 0ne to three years. If you have a mortgage you'll pay that off in another three to four years. For registration options and additional information call 377-9354.
7-10 p.m, March 22 and April 24
Family Night at V.F.W. Post No. 246, 2754 Grand Avenue. Join us for dinner and "Horse Races' Adults $5, Children $2.50.
First Friday each month
Fashion Show The Spring Fling Fashion Show and Luncheon by the American Business Women's Association. Long Island Chapter, will be held at the Rockville Centre Links Country Club. Fashions will be provided by Dress Barn and Dress Barn Women. Reservations must be made by Feb. 14. Donation $25. Make checks payable to A.B.W.A., Edyth DeBaun, P.O. Box 68, Oceanside, NY 11572.
Saturday, March 3, noon
Skiing trip The South Shore Y JCC invites all teens in grades 6-12 to spend the day skiing or snowboarding at Catamount. RSVP by Thurs. Feb. 6. 15 Neil Court, Oceanside. For more information, call (516) 766-4341.
5:30 a.m.,-9 p.m., Thurs., Feb. 22
Oceanside chorale is recruiting all men and women's voices. Rehearsals are at Merle Avenue School, Merle Ave. and Oceanside Rd., Oceanside. For more information, call (516) 223-6120.
8 p.m., Wednesdays
Fashion show Spring Fling Fashion Show and Luncheon by the American Business Women's Association, the Long Island Chapter, will be held at Rockville Centre Links Country Club, North Long Beach Road. Fashions by Dress Barn and Dress Barn Women. Reservations by Feb. 14. Donation $25. Make checks payable to A.B.W.A., Edyth DeBaun, P.O. Box 68, Oceanside, NY, 11572.
