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 (516) 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 (516) 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

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.

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.

How to say no, so your kids will listen will be presented by the Margaret Basner Parenting Center of Temp Group on Wednesday, Feb. 14, from 10:30-11:45 a.m. Barry Wilansky, executive director of Tempo Group, will facilitate this program. If you are a parent of a youngster between 10-14 years old, come find out the answer to the elusive question. Registration required by Friday, Feb. 9. Call 374-4559.

Anything Goes. The Lawrence Middle School Drama Club will present the production "Anything Goes," Wednesday, Feb. 14 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $5 each; for info call 295-7000.

Holocaust Survivor Speaks. Marion Blumenthal-Lazan, noted author and lecturer, will be speaking at the Reconstructionist Congregation Beth Emeth, 36 Franklin Ave., Hewlett, about her book "Four Perfect Pebbles," which entails her personal experience at Kristalnacht, from her imprisonment to her release in April of 1945. She will speak on Feb. 11, 1p.m. The event is $5 for non-members and free for members.

Arts Exhibit. In honor of Black History Month, the Lawrence Woodmere Academy Parents Association is sponsoring an arts exhibit and sale of original paintings, fabrics, and signed pottery on Sunday, Feb. 11, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the school library, at 336 Woodmere Blvd. (off Peninsula Blvd.) In addition, instruction in African doll- and shaker-making and beading will be provided throughout the afternoon. The Revels-Bey band will provide steel drum music at noon, and the Knobit Dance Troupe performs Afro-Haitian dance at 3p.m.For more info call Dosley McNeil at Lawrence Woodmere Academy, at 374-9000.

County Reassessment. Nassau County Legislator Jeff Toback (D-Oceanside) will host a "Town Meeting" on Tuesday, Feb. 13 to discuss the reassessment process, which began late last year. Finalized valuation rates are scheduled to take effect in 2003. The chairman of the Board of Assessors, Charles O'Shea, will also be taking part in the meeting. The "question-and-answer" forum will take place at the Hewlett-Woodmere Library, which is located at 1125 Broadway in Hewlett. For more info call 571-6207.

Hewlett H.S. Alumni Nominations. The Hewlett-Woodmere Alumni Association is gathering nominations for the annual Alumni Hall of Fame selections. Qualifying graduates from Woodmere or Hewlett High School should have achieved significant distinction in their profession, community, service organization or area of interest/expertise. Nomination forms are available at George W. Hewlett High School, Main Office, 60 Everit Ave., Hewlett. Applications can also be found in the H-W Public Library, Community Bulletin display and the Woodmere Education Center, Dept. of Community Services. For more info call Steve Dernheim, at 938-0600.

Library News

International Folk & Line Dancing. Learn Israeli and international folk dancing! This will take place at Congregation Beth Emeth, 36 Franklin Ave, Hewlett. For more info call 374-9220, ext. 37. Alan Bloom will be taking over Miriam Sharin's Dance Class starting March 7. The fee is $9 for members, $10 for non-members. Classes run from 7:30 to 9p.m. For more info call 374-9220.

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.

Folk Dancing. Dance away the winter doldrums with Miriam Sharin on Thursday, Feb. 15 at 2p.m. Learn line dancing, Israeli folk dancing and much more! This will take place at Congregation Beth Emeth, 36 Franklin Ave, Hewlett. For more info call 374-9220, ext. 37.

'Small Time 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 Tuesday, Feb. 28 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

Seniors on the move. Lifestyle choices for senior citizens have greatly expanded here on Long Island. Mr. Cafarella and Ms. Karhu, hosts of radio talk show, "Seniors on the Move," will discuss in detail the various options available now and in the future, highlighting numerous communities throughout Long Island. This will take place on Tuesday, Feb. 13 at 2 p.m.

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

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 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.

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 will be offering a Bereavement Group starting Tuesday, Feb. 14, at 2 p.m. 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 beginning Feb. 5, 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.

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.

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.

Religious Services

Synagogues

Services for Feb. 9 and Feb. 10:

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 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

Churches

Services for Feb.11:

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

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

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