Holiday tree-lighting at Hendrickson Park Administration Building on Saturday, December 9. Festivities begin at 5:00 P.M. Further information call 825-8570.
Board of Zoning and Appeals will meet for a regular session on December 12 and a decision meeting on December 19. Both are ar 7:30 P.M. at 123 South Central Avenue. Public invited.
Board of trustees will meet for a regular meeting on December 11 at 123 South Central Avenue. Public invited.
Schools
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District 13. A regular meeting is scheduled for December 20 at 8:00 P.M. Meeting is held at James A. Dever School. Public is invited.
District 30 will hold a regular meeting of Board of education on Monday, Dec. 18. Meeting is scheduled for 8:00 P.M. at Shaw Avenue School.
District 24 will hold a regular meeting of Board of Education on Thursday Dec. 14 at 8:30 P.M. at the William Buck School. Public invited.
VSHS will hold regular meeting of Board of Education on Monday, December 12 at 8:30 P.M. Meetings are held in Board room at Memorial Junior High School. The public is invited.
Art work of VS elementary district school children will be on display at the Tilles Center at CW Post College this Saturday, Dec. 9 from 2 to 4 P.M.
Waldinger Library
(516) 825-6422
Alphabet Soup program for children ages 3-6. 1:30 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 7. Registration required. Call Ms. Eng, 825-6422.
Computer Instruction For detailed information and specific times call 825-6422. Registration required, but accepted over telephone.
New database Available at Waldinger Library. Dialog@Carl is a powerful search tool and can be accessed at www.nassaulibrary.org/valleyst/at home/html. User name and password needed
75th Anniversary Registry The Henry Waldinger Memorial Library invites Valley Stream residents to submit an entry for 75th Anniversary Registry. Registry pages will be accepted throughout the year up until Dec. 30.
Special Events
Holiday Craft Fair League for Animal Protection Nassau Co. SPCA is holding their annual holiday craft fair 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 10, at the Elks Club, 111 W. Jamaica Ave., Valley Stream. (516) 285-0449.
Keynoter Chorale to perform 2 holiday concerts: Dec. 11 at 7 p.m. at Plattduetsche Home Franklin Square; and on Dec. 17, at 7:30 p.m., at Valley Stream Presbyterian Church. Charles Zipperlen directs the 40-singer chorale in its 51st season. Meegan Bernstein is the accompanist. Free admission.
Caroling Party An old fashioned caroling party on Sunday, Dec. 17, at 2 p.m. Sing your favorites with the Pagan-Fletcher Carolers at the Pagan-Fletcher Restoration, 143 Hendrickson Ave. Call (516) 825-0324, or on the day or event: 872-4159.
Menorah Lighting at Temple B'Nai Israel of Elmont on Fri., Dec. 22; 7:45 p.m. sharp. 471 Elmont Rd., Elmont.
New Year's Eve Party sponsored by the Valley Stream American Legion Post 854. Chinese Buffet, Dancing, Karaoke, Door Prizes, Cocktails, Beverages and lots of extras for a $45 donation. Doors open at 8 pm, fun and frivolity follow until 1 am. Tickets are available at the Legion Hall, 51 Roosevelt Avenue. The Post phone number is 791-9719.
On-going Events
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.
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. 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. To help: call the Volunteer Office at (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.
Groups
CDA Ct Bishop Molloy, Valley Stream; meeting and Christmas Party Tues, Dec. 12; 8 p.m. in school cafeteria. Buffet supper. Tickets $8. pay at door. Bring unwrapped gift for poor children, as well as wrapped prizes for raffle.
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.
Flea market Congregation Tree of Life is holding its winter giant flea market on Sat., Dec. 9 from 7 P.M. to 11 P.M. and Sunday, December 10 from 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. 502 North Central Avenue. (516) 825-2090.
Vendors wanted for giant flea market at Congregation Tree of Life on Dec. 9-10. Further information call 825-2090.
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 every afternoon 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.
Catholic Daughters of the Americas, Ct Bishop Molloy, Valley Stream, meets Tuesday, Dec. 12, 7:30 P.M. Holy Name of Mary School cafeteria. Call 825-3053.
Special Volunteers wanted for residents of Franklin Hospital Medical Center's Nursing Home. To help: call the Volunteer Office at (516) 256-6144.
Homemakers' Council Valley Stream Day Chapter holds regular monthly meeting Thursday, Dec. 21 at 10 a.m., Olivet Baptist Church Hall, DuBois Ave. and Locust Street. 285-5735.
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.
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
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.
Thrift shop at Temple Gates of Zion,322 North Corona Ave.Monday and Wednesday . Call 561-2308 (516)561-2308.
