On the board

Board of Education meeting at South Side High School, room 112 or 103.
Tuesday, Jan. 23 a.m.
Board of Trustee meeting at Village Hall, One College Place.
Monday, Jan. 31, 8:30 p.m.

Arts, Music & Theater

'Mame' as a benefit for the Rosa Lee Young Childhood Center of Rockville Centre will be held at Molloy College's Bays Theatre. The Production will be performed by the Broad Hollow Players and a reception featuring desserts and raffles will follow. Call (516) 536-5674.
Saturday, Jan. 20, 8 p.m.
Rockville Centre Choral Society is accepting new members for its Spring, 2001 season. Rehearsals are Wednesdays from 7:30 to 9:45 P.M. beginning Jan. 3. at St. Marks Church, Hempstead Avenue, Rockville Centre. Call (516) 374-2625 or (516) 887-1776.
Through Feb. 7

Village Art Club to open its first 2001 program with critiques by artist Joseph Occhipinti, who is accomplished in both watercolor and oil mediums. The artist and instructor will offer individual critiques and advice to residents who bring in their works to the Rockville Centre Library, 221 North Village Avenue. Free admission.
Tuesday, Jan. 23, 7 p.m.
Art auction at Central Synagogue, 430 DeMott Avenue, to feature paintings, lithographs, sports memorabilia and many collectables. Admission is $7.50 per person. For reservations, call (516) 766-4300. Preview begins at 7 p.m.
Saturday, Jan. 27, 8 p.m.

At the Rec Center

111 North Oceanside Road
(516) 678-9338/9339
Square dance lessons are ongoing at the Rec Center.First lesson free. Fee $5.
Wednesdays, 8:30-10 p.m.
Winter elementary programs in many subjects including babysitting, basketball, bowling, cooking and gymnastics. Registration is on-going. Visit the rec center for specific dates and times.

At the Libraries

RVC Public Library...
Opera with Bernie Mann will cover "I Puritani" the last of Bellini's bel canto operas. The setting is in 1650's England during the civil war between the Puritans and the Cavaliers.
Thursday, Jan. 18, 7 p.m.
Gino Di Napoli will perform Italian standards infused with contemporary American popular tunes.
Sunday, Jan. 28, 2 p.m.

Rhyme Time for babies four to 12 months will feature interactive entertainment.
Friday, Jan. 19, 9:30 a.m.
Defensive driving course taught by Safety & Training consultant William Feeley can reduce auto liability and collision by 10 percent for three years, as well as reduce points from record. Fee $38. Must register. Call 766-6257.
Mondays, Jan. 22 & 29, 6:15-9:15 p.m.
Winter story time will be offered beginning the week of Jan. 29 for children two and above. For individual program information or registration see the reference desk in the Children's Room.
In district registration begins, Thursday, Jan. 18
Village registration begins, Thursday, Jan. 25
Computer class for beginning word will teach residents how to create, edit, and save a file in Microsoft Word 2000.
Monday, Jan. 22, 10 a.m.
Friends of the Library fundraiser featuring author Pamela Clarke Ceogh will be held at Monte's Steakhouse,54 Lincoln Avenue. Tickets are $35 per person. To register, call (516) 764-6376.
Saturday, Feb. 3, 12 p.m.
Concert by Momentum a mother/daughter duo featuring music of the flute, horn and piano.
Sunday, Feb. 4, 2 p.m.
Career workshop by author William Fulton will focus on job search, writing a resume, interviewing and negotiating a salary.
Wednesday, Feb. 7
Quilting exhibition featuring the works of Wendy Struwasser, President of the Long Island Quilter's Society. One of her quilts will be featured in a quilting book this Spring.
January
Photographs by Lynn David Nathanson will be showcased by the Rockville Centre Public Library from Dec. 8 through January. Ms. Nathanson's award-winning photographs will be displayed downstairs in the library.
Oceanside Library...
Mark Twain... Actor Douglas Broyles enacts passages from The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, Huckleberry Finn, The Diary of Adam and Eve and The Mysterious Stranger.
Wednesday, Feb. 7, 1 p.m.
Photography exhibit called "China" by Carole and Jordan Meyers. 30 Davison Avenue, Oceanside (516) 766-2360
January

Community events

Asset Protection and Estate planning seminar to be held on Saint Mark's United Methodist Church, 200 Hempstead Avenue. Call (516) 221-5200.
Thursday, Jan. 18, 7:30 p.m.
Party planning seminar at Temple Avodah Ballroom, 3050 Oceanside Road, Oceanside. Will feature everything for any celebration. Free admission.
Sunday, Jan. 28, 3 p.m.
Valentine craft project at the Rockville Centre Historical society, 24 Hempstead Ave. Free admission. Call (516) 536-2247 for information.
Sunday, Feb. 11, 1-4 p.m.
Debt-free living course to be offered by the Rockville Centre School District's community education department. Workshop will show how to pay off credit debt in one to three years. To register call (516) 255-8953.
Monday, March 6, 7-10 p.m.
Volunteers needed South Shore Y/JCC is looking for dedicated individuals. 15 Neil Court, Oceanside. For more information, call (516) 766 4341, ext. 130.
Ongoing

Nursery school registration for St. Marks will be held in early January. Alumni/Church registration will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 10. Open registration will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 17.Call (516) 763-0780 for information.
Defensive driving course at All Saints Episcopal Church, 2375 Harrison Avenue, Baldwin, is open to the public and can result in insurance reduction. To register, call (631) 360-9720.
Saturday, Jan. 20, 8:30 a.m. -3 p.m.

Spotlight on Seniors

Sandel Senior Center
50 South Park Avenue
(516) 678-9350
Black history month special luncheon featuring entertainment by the "Light Dancers" of Nassau Dance in Baldwin.
Wednesday, Feb. 21, Noon
Picnic in the Sandel Park is a multi cultural event celebrating the diversity of the community. Will be indoors. Promises food and entertainment.
Wed. Jan. 24, Noon
Grief sharing group for those who have suffered a recent loss.
Monday, Jan. 22, 2-3 p.m
Sing a long by Brenda Dye mixes sing-a-long and music appreciation.
Thursdays, 1:30 p.m.
Aerobics and weight training class called Club Michelle to be sponsored by the Town of Hempstead. No Fee.
Thursdays, 1 p.m..

Tuesday Topics:
Party bridge.The Senior Center opens its doors each Monday for exciting games of bridge. No partner is required. Meet fellow bridge players and have a great time.
Mondays: 7:30 p.m.
Golf instruction is given weekly. Learn how to better your golf swing, putting, chipping and pitching.
Tuesdays & Thursdays: 9-11 a.m.