Meeting notes
Oceanside school board meeting to be held at School # 2, 2745 Terrell Avenue. Honors will be presented prior to meeting.
Honors, Monday, November 20, 7 P.M.
Meeting 8 P.M.
Island Park school board meeting to be held at the Lincoln Orens Middle School, Trafa;gar Boulevard.
Monday, November 27, 8 P.M.
Theatre news
'Side by Side' by Sondheim will be presented by the Oceanside Department of Community Activities and the Theatre Guild of Oceanside at the School #3 auditorium. All tickets are $12.
Friday and Saturdays, November 3,4,10 and 11; 8 P.M.
Sunday, November 12; 2 P.M.
Rockville Centre Choral society is accepting new members for fall season. Rehearsals are on Wednesday evenings from 7:30-9:45 P.M. beginning September 6 at St. Marks Church, Hempstead Avenue, Rockville Centre. Call (516) 374-2625 for more information.
Ongoing
'Lovers and other strangers' A battle of the sexes will be played out on the stage of the Lantern Theatre, Inc. on Fridays, October 27 and November 3; Saturdays, October 28 and November 4; and Sunday, November 12. Friday and Saturday performances will be held at 8:30 P.M. and Sunday at 2 P.M.
Special Events
Veteran's Day Service by the Ladies Auxiliary to V.F.W. Post #5199 at the Oceanside High School, Skillman and Brower Avenues, in front of the monument.
Saturday, November 11, 11 A.M
Piano concert by composer Paul Joseph will feature "Cry of a butterfly", all-original music at the South Shore YJCC, 15 Neil Court, Oceanside. Free admission.
Monday, November 20, 1 P.M.
Oceanside Chorale is looking for new members for its December Concert Winter Serenade. Rehearsals are at Merle Avenue School, Merle Avenue and Oceanside Road. Call (516) 223-6120.
Ongoing
Smorgasbord luncheon to be held by the First Church of Oceanside, Atlantic Avenue and Davison Street.
Tuesday, November 14, 11:30 A.M.
Homemade Soup and Sandwich sale at the First United Methodist Church of Oceanside, Atlantic Avenue and Davison Street.
Sunday, November 12, 11:30 A.M.
Free Sons of Israel and Women too, 35+, will host a meeting at Temple Avodah Annex, 3050 Oceanside Road, Oceanside. Refreshments, socializing and entertainment by Rickie Penn. Fee $8. For more information, call (516) 437-0739.
Sunday, November 19
Kiwanis Club of Oceanside meets every Tuesday evening at 7 P.M. at the Alias Smith and Jones Restaurant, 2862 Woods Avenue, Oceanside.
Oceanside Chamber of Commerce meets every Thursday at 12:45 P.M. at the Star Diner, 2756 Long Beach Road. For more information or to join the chamber call 763-9177.
Foster homes needed. St. Christopher-Ottilie is searching for families who can provide loving, stable environments for children. To become a foster parent call (516) 764-4499.
Sign language classes offered by Catholic Charities for persons with disabilities. Classes for both beginners and intermediate levels begin Thursday, September 28 and run for 10 weeks to December 7 at St. William the Abbott School, 2000 Jackson Avenue, Seaford. Fee is $60. Call (631) 789-5219 for information.
Island Senior Symphony, an Island-wide orchestra, is seeking musicians for all sections, especially string players. Rehearsals are held Thursday mornings from 9:30 A.M. to noon. For information, call (516) 665-3382.
Ongoing
Library News
Oceanside Library...
30 Davison Avenue, Oceanside (516) 766-2360
Library closings for Election Day and Veterans Day.
Tuesday, November 7
Saturday, November 11
Star show by aerospace educator Gary Pozzato presents multimedia show on space exploration. Audience participation.
Sunday, November 5, 2 P.M.
Ray Musiker Klezmer Band to perform blend of Jewish folk music, popular Yiddish songs, horas and much more. Tickets available at the Information Desk.
Sunday, November 12, 2 P.M.
Chess tournament in four rounds are planned. Registration begins Monday, Nov. 6. Two divisions: Junior Division (Grades 3-6) and Senior Division (Grade 7-Adult) Fee: $3.
Sunday, November 19, 1 P.M.
Ongoing Career Counseling. Individual consultations with career counselor Judith Albert are available at the library. Ms. Albert provides strategies for approaching the current job market and offers assistance with resume writing,interview techniques, salary negotiations and more. Call 766-2360 for further details.
Island Park Library...
99 Radcliffe Road, Island Park (516) 432-0122
English as a second language classes are offered on Saturdays from 1:30 to 3:30 P.M., starting September 23. Open to those over 18 years wishing to improve their English language skills. Bring notebook and pen. Free.
Spotlight on Seniors
Sandel Senior Center
50 South Park Avenue
(516) 678-9350
Golf lessons will be offered to improve your game, learn new techniques, and to meet other players!
Tuesdays: 9 AM
Food shopping for seniors who need assistance getting to and from local groceries. Volunteers provide transportation from the Center.
Tuesdays: 9:30 AM
Ballroom Dancing instruction and practice.
Mondays: 12 PM
Exercise program includes aerobics specifically geared toward seniors.
Tuesdays: 1 PM
Computer instruction for all levels.
Thursdays: 9:30 AM
At the Hospitals
Mercy Medical Center
1000 North Village Avenue
(516) 705-1021
Cancer support group for patients and their families will be held for seven weeks in the private dining room of Mercy's cafeteria. Register in advance by calling 705-1393.
Monday, 7:30 P.M.
