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 work session on December 4 7:30 P.M. and 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, November 27. 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.
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
Santa Breakfast sponsored by Blessed Sacrament Parents' Association on Saturday, December 2 from 9:30 A.M. to 12 noon.at McKeon Hall between 10:00 A.M. and 11:30 A.M. $5 admission. Call 825-2766.
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.
Heart talk discussion. "Heart Disease and Stress in Women" will be discussed by Kathy Bradfield, CSW of Franklin Hospital Medical Center on November 29 at meeting of Hadassah, 7:30 P.M. at Temple Gates of Zion.
Nativity scene Members from the Father Thomas F.B. Carroll Knights of Columbus will be setting up the Nativity Scene at Valley Stream Railroad Station on Saturday, December 2. Dedication will take place Sunday, December 3 at 2:00 P.M. Rev. Gerard Gfrovrer performs the setrvices. Further information call 561-9544.
Gingerbread contest and Bake Sale sponsored by Valley Stream Historical Society. Scheduled for Sunday, December 3. $100 in prizes, vote for your favorite house, decorative icing demonstration at 1:00 & 2:00 p.m. Pagan- Fletcher Restoration is located at 143 Hendrickson Avenue. Free parking at Memorial Jr. High School. Free admission. Call (516) 825-0324 or (516) 872-4159.
Caroling Party An old fashioned caroling party on Sunday, Dec. 1, 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: 8772-4159.
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.
Self-help group Recovery meeting meets Saturdays, 1:30 P.M. at Holy Name of Mary School. (516) 433-1742.
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.
YM & YMHA Programs The Greater 5 Towns YM & YMHA has programs for retired, enthusiastic adults. Shalom Club meets every Monday at 1 P.M. at 207 Grove Avenue, Cedarhurst.
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 Court Bishop Molloy, Valley Stream; meeting and Christmas Party Tuesday, Dec. 12; 8 p.m. in school cafeteria. Buffet supper will be served. 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
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.
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 Saturday, december 9 from 7:00 P.M. to 11:00 P.M. and Sunday, December 10 from 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. 502 North Central Avenue. (516) 825-2090.
Service schedule at Temple Hillel, 1000 Rosedale Road, on Friday, November 24 at 4:15 P.M. Saturday service at 8:45 A.M., Sunday at 9:00 P.M.
Vendors wanted for giant flea market at Congregation Tree of Life on Dec. 9-10. Further information call 825-2090.
C.O.S.A.an on-going 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.
