On the board
Board of Trustees will meet in the Mayor's Office at Village Hall, One College Place.
Monday, Nov. 27: 8:15 PM
Zoning Board of Appeals will meet in the Court Room of Village Hall, One College Place.
Wednesday, Dec. 13: 8:15 PM
School Board of Trustees will meet in Room 112 at South Side High School, 140 Shepherd Street.
Tuesday, Dec. 19: 8:30 PM
Arts, Music & Theater
The Village Art Club is pleased to present accomplished artist and instructor John Collins, who will demonstrate the technique of painting a "Harbor Scene" in oil.The Art Club meets at the Rockville Centre Library, located at 221 N. Village Avenue. Admission is free and open to non-members. New memberships are welcome. For more information, call 485-4505.
Tuesday, Nov. 28: 7 PM
The Rockville Centre Choral Society is performing its annual holiday concert at the St. James United Methodist Church in Lynbrook. The choral society has performed at many village functions, as well as local senior centers and houses of worship in surrounding communities. Tickets are $5 in advance and $6 at the door. For more information, please call 536-0504.
Saturday, Dec. 2: 8 PM
Family Fun Gala. The RVC Education Foundation presents "Broadway Showstoppers" at the South Side Middle School, located at 67 Hillside Ave. Enjoy the pre-show gala event with entertainment and prizes for the family. Refreshments will be served. View displays from past grants from the Education Foundation. Tickets are $5. For ticket information, call Vivian Lewandowski at 536-2646.
Saturday, Dec. 2: 6:30 PM
Community events
Crime-prevention workshop to be held by the Village of Rockville Centre and police department at the Rockville Centre Recreation Center, 111 North Oceanside Road.Police will update community on the recent rash of burglaries in Rockville Centre.
Wednesday, November 29, 7:15 P.M.
Open registration for St. Mark's Cooperative Nursery School's three-year-old program. Registration can be done over the phone. Call Florence Pappas at 594-3317.
Friday, Dec. 1
Auxiliary Christmas luncheon. The Rockville Centre/Malverne Auxiliary of South Nassau Communities Hospital in Oceanside will hold a Christmas lunch the hospital's Albert conference room, located on the ground floor of the hospital. The cost is $15 and includes a complete meal. Please reserve my Dec. 1. For more information, please call 764-9272.
Wednesday, Dec. 6: 12;30 PM
The Nutcracker. The Rockville Centre Guild for the Arts and Leggz Ltd. Dance present the full-length ballet production of Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker, featuring live music performed by the 60-member South Shore Symphony. The shows will be performed at the South Side High School Auditorium, located at 140 Shepherd Street. Tickets are $20 for adults and $16 for senior citizens, Guild members and students under 21.The box office is at Leggz Ltd., 222 Sunrise Highway, or call 766-7171.
Friday, Dec. 8 and Sat, Dec 9: 8 PM
Sunday, Dec. 10: 3 PM
'Just for the kids' fund raising Christmas party to be held in honor of Loretta Evers at MacArthur Park Restaurant. Donation $10. Complimentary buffet, D.J. and dancing featured.
Sunday, December 17, 4 P.M.
Kiwanis-Molloy Holiday basketball tournament,at Molloy College featuring two games each night between Molloy College, Nyack College, SUNY/Purchase and SUNY/Farmingdale. Admission $4 each night.
Friday, November 24, 5:30 P.M.
Saturday, November 25, 5:30 P.M.
The Rockville Centre Chapter of The Compassionate Friends, an international self-help support group for families grieving the death of a child, will join together in lighting candles at Robert E. Purick Pocket Park, on the corner of Merrick Avenue and West Loines Ave., in Merrick. The worldwide candle lighting event brings tens of thousands of families, united in grief, together on the second Sunday in December.
Sunday, Dec. 10: 7 PM
At the Hospitals
Mercy Medical Center
1000 North Village Avenue
(516) 705-1021
Free flu shots for seniors. Mercy Medical Center will provide free influenza vaccinations for seniors 60 and over. Pre-registration by phone is required. Reservations will be taken through November 3, between the hours of 9 AM and 4 PM. Please call 705-1392.
Thursday, Nov. 30: 10 AM to 6 PM
At the Rec Center
111 North Oceanside Road
(516) 678-9338/9339
Holiday crafts fair and flea market. Sponsored by the Rockville Centre Parks and Recreation Department. There will be a huge assortment of merchandise for your shopping pleasure. Plenty of free parking and free admission. Call Joe Nemeth at 678-9338 for information.
Sunday, Dec. 3: 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM
At the Libraries
RVC Public Library
221 No. Village Avenue
(516) 766-6257
Photography by Trisha Small will be showcased during the month of November at the library's lower level. Ms. Small is a Long Island kindergarten teacher and a self-taught artist. Her travels around the globe have inspired her to capture unique cultural experiences. Her subject matter ranges from still life landscapes to contemporary portraiture.
Throughout November
Stained glass exhibit. Stained glass artist Bill Hergenrother will display his work at the Rockville Centre Public Library. A recently retired engineer, Mr. Hengenrother's retirement afforded him the opportunity to pursue his long interest in stained glass art.
Throughout November
Computer fundamentals.The Rockville Centre Public Library is currently registering residents of the RVC School. A desktop publishing segment will offer instruction on using a digital camera, scanner and graphics programs. A $50 non-refundable fee is required and registration is limited.
Tuesdays: December 5, 12 and 19: 6 PM to 9 PM
Film Times have been changed, from Fridays at 11 AM to Fridays at 1 PM, due to numerous requests.
Topsy Turvy, Dec. 15: 1 PM
Lecture. Long Island author Steven E. Danish will be present at the library for a lecture and discussion of his critically-acclaimed book about his father's experiences during World War II, "One Soldier's Memories: World War II." The powerful chronicle offers a unique and graphic testimonial filled with humor, torment and triumph. A book sale and signing will follow.
Monday, Dec. 4: 1 PM
"The Tigger Movie," a film for kids, will be shown at the library.
Friday, Nov. 24: 2 PM
Origami class. Need a holiday gift, or just want to have fun? Spend the afternoon folding paper to make origami picture frames. You may bring in a 4 x 6 photo with you and frame it at the program. No fee. Sign up at the Adult Reference Desk.
Saturday, Dec. 2: 1 PM
Oceanside Library
30 Davison Avenue
(516) 766-2360
Spotlight on Seniors
Sandel Senior Center
50 South Park Avenue
(516) 678-9350
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 PM
Golf instruction is given weekly. Learn how to better your golf swing, putting, chipping and pitching.
Tuesdays & Thursdays: 9-11 AM
At the colleges
Hofstra University
Hempstead, NY 11549
(516) 463-6818
The John Pizzarelli Trio, featuring Ray Kennedy (piano) and Martin Pizzarelli (bass), will perform two concerts at to benefit the Hofstra Marching Band Scholarship Fund. The shows will take place at the John Cranford Adams Playhouse. Tickets are $28. For more information call the Hofstra box office at 463-6644.
Sunday, Nov. 26: 2PM and 6 PM
