Meeting Place

The Inwood Civic Association meets the first Thursday of each month at 8 P.M. at Sons of Italy Hall, 202 Wanser Avenue in Inwood. For additional information, call (516) 746-1300, ext. 227.

The Board of Sanitary District One meets the first and third Wednesdays of the month at 8 P.M. at One Bay Boulevard in North Lawrence.

The Kiwanis Club of the Five Towns meets Thursdays at 7 P.M. at Goldie's Restaurant in Valley Stream. One may call (516) 825-7063 for more information.

The Hewlett Business Association meets the second Tuesday of each month, at the Hewlett Fire House, at 7:30 P.M.

The Woodmere Merchants Association meets the first Monday of each month at the Woodmere-Lawrence United Methodist Church in Woodmere at 6:30 P.M.

P.F.C. John J. Oliveri Post. The P.F.C. John J. Oliveri Post 1582 meets the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 8:30 P.M. at the V.F.W. on 259 Doughty Boulevard in Inwood. For additional information contact post commander Sal Scotto at 239-8281.

Assemblyman honored. The National Council of Jewish Women, Peninsula Section, will honor State Assemblyman Harvey Weisenberg with the prestigious Hannah G. Solomon Award on November 1, at the Woodmere Club on Meadow Dr.

Health Assessment.There will be a health assessment with June Friedel, R.N. every first Tuesday of the month at 10 A.M. in the Five Towns Senior Center. This complete one-on-one health assessment includes blood pressure, drug compatibility and discussion about your health concerns in total privacy. It's sponsored by the Nassau County Department of Senior Citizen Affairs.

Special Event

Hewlett Street Fair. The Hewlett Street Fair will be held on Broadway on Saturday and Sunday -October 28-29 from 10AM-4PM (Rain or Shine). It will feature art, hand crafted jewelry, ceramics, wood, leather, glass, hand painted clothing, and many gift items. Come, browse and shop the fine selection of merchandise. There will be 100 select arts and crafts exhibitors.

Halloween Party. The Peter J. Desibio Five Towns Child Care Center is presenting a Halloween Children's Program on Sunday, October 29 at 1:30PM at the Number Four School on Wanser Avenue, Inwood. Children are encouraged to come in costume and enjoy a Parade and Sing Along With Lyle Cogan, a professional chlidren's entertainer. Tickets are $5 per person and can be purchased at the door. Proceeds from this event will go to the Center's Scholarship Fund. Call 239-4660 for more information.

Bingo Night. The National Council of Jewish Women will be a hosting the New Generation's 8th Annual Bingo Night Wednesday, October 25 at 7PM at Temple Hillel, 1000 Rosedale Rd., North Woodmere. $36 with a reservation and $46 at the door, which includes a buffet dinner and two bingo cards.

The Friday- Woodmere Music Club, will be holding a concert at the Hewlett-Woodmere Library on Friday, November 10 at 11AM.

Inwood 5K Run. The Seventh Annual Inwood 5K Run will be held on Sunday, October 22 at 8:30AM at Inwood Park. The 5K race through the streets of Inwood will be held at 9AM and the 100 yard tot trot (children 1-6) on the football field, at 9:45. Trophies will be distributed to the top finishers overall and by age group. All kids receive medals. Its purpose is to raise money for local high school scholarships.

The Rock Hall Country Fair, 199 Broadway in Lawrence, will hold its 15th annual country fair on Saturday, October 21, and Sunday, October 22, from 11 A.M. to 5 P.M. Come and enjoy the following activities: Revolutionary War Encampment, a country band and animal farm, crafts, historical theater, harvest market and jugglers. Make your own scarecrow, too. Enjoy food, blacksmith, spinning demonstrations and more. All proceeds to benefit the Friends of Rock Hall.

Stories by the Fireside- Sarah, Plain and Tall-will be told at Rock Hall Museum, 199 Broadway in Lawrence, on Saturday, November 4, from 10:30 A.M. to noon. It is for girls, ages 7 to 11, who love the adventure of reading and to listen to stories in the parlor at historic Rock Hall. Space is limited. The fee is $3.50 per session.

Coats For Kids. Do you have a winter coat you don't use? Are you cleaning out your closets? Don't throw them out. Keep a child warm this winter by donating unwanted children's coats at: Assemblyman Harvey Weisenberg's office, 20 West Park Avenue, Long Beach. Call 431-0500. Office hours 9 A.M.-5 P.M. All coats collected will be dry cleaned free of charge by: Delta Cleaners, 83 East Park Ave., Long Beach, and forwarded to "Coats for Kids" for distribution to needy families.

Flu and Pneumonia Immunizations. The Greater Five Towns YM & YWHA is pleased to announce that it will be administering flu and pneumonia immunizations to all Nassau County residents 60 years and older and to significant others living in the same household. There is no out of pocket cost for these immunizations. The immunizations will take place on Wednesday, October 25, from 12-2P.M. at the Greater Five Towns YM & YWHA, 207 Grove Ave, Cedarhurst. Pre-registration is required by calling the "Y" at 569-6733. Call for your appointment now.

Library News

The Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library offers 55 Alive/mature driving courses on an on-going basis to residents of School District 14. For courses and registration dates, call the library at 374-1967.

H-W Library Art Gallery. Paintings by Jack Nodiff will be on display in the gallery of the Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library from Saturday, September 9, through Thursday, October 26. Mr. Nodiff, a resident of East Rockaway, received degrees from New York University and Long Island University. He is listed in "Who's Who in American Art." Mr. Nodiff also studied art at the Brooklyn Museum, Five Towns Music and Arts Foundation and The Art Students League. His paintings are primarily representational, specializing in beach scenes, seascapes and landscapes. His works have appeared at the Salmagundi Club as well as in many museums and galleries. For more information call the art librarian at 374-1967.

Religious News

The Sephardic Temple, 775 Branch Boulevard in Cedarhurst, will hold a review on the book, "From Nazi Inferno to Soviet Hell" with guest speaker and author Larry Wenig, on Thursday, October 26, at 8 P.M.

Comedy at Hadassah Luncheon. Raconteur and comedienne Barbara Allen is the featured entertainer at the Paid-up Membership Luncheon of the Woodmere Chapter of Hadassah. The event will take place on Wednesday, October 18, at 11:30 A.M. at the Lawrence Country Club. The covert is $36. Reservations are required. For more info call 295-2833.

The Young Israel of Woodmere offers a Torah study and beginner's prayer service class on Sunday mornings at 10:30. The synagogue is also holding a series of Hebrew reading classes for beginners on Wednesdays at 8 P.M. For further information and to register, one may call 295-0150.

Nassau Region of Hadassah's Ivrit L'Hadassah classes, which teach Hebrew literacy and conversation, are continuing in the Five Towns. Dr. Annette Labovitz, Ph.D, is presenting an advanced course on Monday mornings at Temple Beth El in Cedarhurst and Ferne Skiba is teaching an intermediate course at the Hewlett-East Rockaway Jewish Center. Participants must be Hadassah members or associates. There is a charge for the books being used, but not for the course. Anyone wishing more information may call 766-2725.

Fall Rummage Sale. The Sisterhood of Temple Beth El, Cedarhurst will hold its Fall Rummage Sale on Sunday, October 29 from 9AM until 5PM and on Monday, October 30 from 9AM to 4PM in the Goldman Meeting Room, located on Locust Avenue and Broadway.

Hebrew Classes.The Young Israel of Hewlett is offering Reading Hebrew Level 2, "Learn to read from a Sidur," Sunday mornings at 10:30 A.M. and "Bible Basics" Thursday mornings 9:30 A.M.-10:30 A.M. Young Israel is located at 1 Piermont Ave. in Hewlett.

Congregation Sons of Israel offers a "Mommy and Me" group on Tuesdays from 10 A.M. to 11:15 A.M. For more information and to register, one may call 374-0805.

Torah Seminars for Women. OU Torah Seminars for women are offered Sunday mornings at the West Side Institutional Synagogue on West 76th Street in Manhattan; Monday evenings at Congregation Adereth El on East 29th Street, also in Manhattan; and Tuesday evenings at the Young Israel of Woodmere, 859 Peninsula Boulevard. Tuition is $100 per course; $75 for three or more courses. To view the complete schedule of classes, obtain more information or to register, visit the OU's website www.ou.org and select women learn!or call (212) 613-8188

Ongoing Events

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.

Separated and Divorced. A new, 12-session group for those in the process of separation and divorce will begin on Tuesday, October 17, at the Peninsula Counseling Center's Lynbrook office at 381 Sunrise Highway, 2nd floor. Meetings begin promptly at 7:15PM. Call Laurie Forman, CSW, at 599-1181 to pre-register. All inquiries are strictly confidential. Fees are based on a sliding scale and most insurance plans are accepted.

Joy of Painting. Woodmere artist, Iris Gorenberg will "share the joy of painting" at the Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library. Individualized instruction in oils, acrylics, watercolors, pastels, charcoal, and pen and ink, as well as clay modeling will be included. For further information concerning registration dates and schedules, please call Ms. Gorenberg at 374-2789.

Chesed Organization. Kesher is a local youth-based chesed organization developed to promote acts of kindness in the community. They are currently collecting items in new or like new condition to distribute to those in need. Tax receipts are available upon request for all donations made. They accept toys, baby equipment and all clothing. For more information call Basha Mindell at 371-0996.

Temple Hillel Sisterhood will collect non-perishable, kosher food for distribution to hungry children and families. Everything from peanut butter and pasta to tuna and toaster pastry is needed and will be picked up weekly by United Jewish Appeal for distribution to needy families. The program began on Monday, September 18 and will continue every Monday and Tuesday during Hebrew School hours, 4 P.M. to 6 P.M. The community is urged to take part in this community outreach program. Anyone wishing more information may call 791-6634.

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. The group begins with a Stretch and Flex Class followed by a wide variety of wonderful and informative programs. Golden Circle meets every Tuesday at 12 P.M. at Temple Beth El, Broadway and Locust, in Cedarhurst. Starting with refreshments and light exercise, this group always has interesting lectures or entertainment for all to enjoy.

Senior Spotlight

The Five Towns Senior Center. Every Wednesday at 10 A.M. there will be a Drama Discussion led by Harold Engel. Every Thursday at 10 A.M. there will be a singing group led by Ruth Shuster. Basic Bridge Instruction will be Wednesdays at 12:45 P.M., led by Diane Goldstein.

Adult Day Care. The Greater Five Towns YM & YWHA holds an adult social day care program for frail and or physically challenged older adults. The program includes social activities, recreational crafts, exercise, yoga, nutrition education, kosher lunches, counseling and nursing support services. We provide an intimate caring environment in which our seniors flourish. "Come Alive" offers stimulating programs and enriching new friendships in a family atmosphere. The program meets on Mondays and Thursdays and kosher lunches are served. Limited transportation is provided. For further information or to set up an intake appointment, call Cathy Byrne, MS, RN at 569-6733.

5T Senior Center Classes. "Low Impact Exercise" will now be held on Friday mornings at 10 A.M., beginning September 8. Miriam Sharin returns on Tuesdays in September at 10 A.M. for her famous "Israeli Folk and Line Dance" class. "Mixed Media Painting" with Estelle Ginsburg will continue in September on Wednesday mornings at 9:30 A.M. "Beginning Drawing and Painting" with Jayne Saint Armour will begin on Monday, September 1, at 12:45 P.M. Beginners are welcome. "Bingo with Rosalie" join the fun Thursday mornings at 10 A.M., beginning September 7.

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.

Congregation Sons of Israel, 111 Irving Place in Woodmere, sponsors a beginners/advanced Israeli folk-dancing group, led by Benny Lev, on Wednesdays, at 8:15 P.M. For more information, contact Harriet Gefen at 374-0655.

For Your Health

Survivors of Suicide. The Survivors of Suicide group, a satellite chapter of The Compassionate Friends, meets the first Friday of every month at Zion Episcopal Church, 243-01 Northern Blvd. at 8 P.M. For more info call Ed and Marsha Simon at 295-6345.

Self-Help Group. A mental health community organization, helping people deal with fear, depression and anxiety, meets on Monday evenings at 8:15 P.M. at St. Joseph's Parish, 1346 Broadway, Hewlett. For more info, 433-1742.

Parkinson's Support Group Foundation of Long Island, Inc., in cooperation with the Greater Five Towns YM & YWHA, has formed "Tuesday Activity Center," a group for individuals suffering from Parkinson's disease and their spouses and families, at the " Y," 207 Grove Avenue in Cedarhurst, from 11 A.M. to 3 P.M. The purpose of the group is to allow a better understanding of Parkinson's, to learn about proper exercise, and to offer social interaction. For further information, contact Cathy Byrne at 569-6733.

Peninsula Counseling Center is offering a new program for adults with severe physical disabilities. "Out and About" brings physically disabled adults together on Thursdays for three hours of socializing, sharing ideas and discussion of a variety of topics. The group, which meets weekly at Temple Emanu-El in Lynbrook, is looking for new members as well as guest speakers.

Bereavement Group. The Greater Five Towns YM and YWHA will be offering a Bereavement Group starting Tuesday, July 11, at 2 P.M. The objective of this six-week group is to provide support for the recently bereaved in a caring and warm atmosphere. There will be the opportunity to work through grief, examine feelings and discover inner strengths. This group will be held at the Greater Five Towns YM and YWHA, located at 207 Grove Avenue, Cedarhurst. A $40 pre-registration fee is required. For more info call 569-6733.

Religious Services

Bridge Committee Applicants. The Hewlett-Woodmere School District Bridge Committee is presently seeking applicants who are interested in serving on its board. The committee's sole purpose is to reach out to all the members of the community and to encourage participation in the acquisition of knowledge of the present work and future plans of the District 14 school system. There are presently three available openings on the board. Members are chosen to represent the diverse population of the community. If you are interested in serving on the board, please send a letter of your interest to the Bridge Committee, at One Johnson Place, Woodmere. Include some personal background data to help the committee with its selection. Letters of application must be submitted by August 15 and new members will be contacted in the Fall. All others letters will be filed for future use when openings become available.

Stretch and Flex Class. The Greater Five Towns YM & YWHA will host a Summer Friendship Circle, starting Monday, July 10, at 11 A.M. The six-week group will begin with a Stretch and Flex Class followed by a bring your own brown bag lunch and socialize, then conclude with lectures on contemporary life issues. Newcomers are always welcome. For more information, please call the "Y" at (516) 569-6733.

Prenatal, obstetrical and newborn services at Women's Health Center, Franklin Hospital Medical Center, Valley Stream, provides services to women in need. The center is open from Monday through Friday, 8:30 A.M.-4:30 P.M. For more information, please call the Center at (516) 256-6225.