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 Tuesday of each month at the Woodmere-Lawrence United Methodist Church in Woodmere at 7 P.M.

TVASNAC will hold its next meeting on Monday, September 25, at 7:30 P.M. at Lawrence Village Hall, 196 Central Avenue in Lawrence.

The Herbert Tenzer Five Towns Democratic Club will meet Monday, September 25, at the Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library, 1125 Broadway, at 7:30 P.M. Local Democratic candidates in the November election will be on hand to meet the community.

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

Five Towns Community Chest Fair is fast approaching on Saturday, September 23, from 11 A.M. to 9 P.M. and Sunday, September 24, from 11 A.M. to 6 P.M. The 15th annual event will be held, as usual, in Cedarhurst Park, with an annual parade taking place at Central Avenue at noon on that Sunday. Admission to the park is free. Basketball, a football toss and a speed pitch contest will be some of the added fun events to this year's fair. An International Food Court, featuring Italian, American, Kosher and Continental dishes, will also be available to fair-goers.

Sisterhood of Temple Hillel will hold its semi-annual thrift sale on Sunday, September 24, between 9 A.M. and 2 P.M. at the temple, 1000 Rosedale Road in North Woodmere. Anyone wishing more information may call 791-6344.

Temple Hillel of North Woodmere will inaugurate the High Holy Day season with a presentation of "Family Reunion"--a production of the Irauh Theatre of Jerusalem. "Family Reunion" is the story of two sisters in Jerusalem who are planning a family reunion to celebrate an event in their lives. The audience does not know it at first, but the "family" is the audience itself--and several audience members are asked to participate and play roles in the show. Throughout the performance, the sisters are preparing a pot of matzo ball soup, which is shared with the audience at show's end. The show will be presented, courtesy of American Cleaners, on Saturday, September 23, at 9:15 P.M. at Temple Hillel of North Woodmere, 1000 Rosedale Road. Anyone wishing more information may call (516) 791-6344.

The 17th annual Rockaway Music and Arts Council Gateway National Recreation Area will present Festival 2000, at Jacob Riis Park in Queens. The event is set for Saturday, September 23, and Sunday, September 24, from 11 A.M. to 6 P.M. Admission is free, as is parking, a petting zoo and pony rides. A flower show will be presented by The Belle Harbor Garden Club.

The Rock Hall Museum, 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. Deadline: October 1.

Voter Registration. Peninsula Section of National Council of Jewish Women, Hadassah, and Five Towns Jewish Council began a cooperative voter registration drive on August 16. It is essential that all eligible people register and vote. Documents proving eligibility (i.e.18 years of age by Election Day, and American Citizen) are required. People who will be away on Election Day and students attending out of town colleges who won't be coming home that day will need absentee ballots which will be available during this time. The groups will be in populated areas on September 24. For more info. call 569-3600, 295-0545 or 374-6374.

Flu Shots. The Five Towns Senior Center, located at 124 Franklin Place, Woodmere, is pleased to announce that flu shots will be given at the center on Wednesday, October 11, from 10 A.M. to 12 P.M. to members of the community aged 65 and over. There is no out-of-pocket expense for this immunization. Senior citizens who wish to participate must register at the center and fill out a medical history form, after which they will be given an appointment.

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.

Paul Gauguin discussion. Art historian Carol Dubs' colorful and exciting slides will illuminate the lives and works of Paul Gauguin and Vincent Van Gogh, focusing on the period that the artists worked together. Carol Dubs is an artist, teacher and art historian. For more information, please 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.

Library offers Flu Shot. The Peninsula Public Library will once again offer Flu and/or Pneumonia shots to seniors (60 years or older) at NO OUT OF POCKET EXPENSE. Registration at the library will be on Tuesday, October 3, from 9 A.M.-11 A.M. and in the evening from 6 P.M.-8 P.M. You must register to receive the shot. The inoculations will be administered at the library on Tuesday, October 10, 9 A.M.-12 noon under the supervision of licensed nurses, staff members of Nassau County Medical Center. As a community service, Peninsula Public Library, the Nassau County Department of Senior Citizens Affairs, in cooperation with the Nassau County Medical Center, are sponsoring this No Out Of Pocket Expense Immunization Program. For more info call 239-3262 Ext. 216.

Religious News

Temple Beth El of Cedarhurst Sisterhood Sabbath will be held on Saturday, September 23, at 9:30 A.M. Ladies of the Sisterhood will participate. Following services there will be a rededication of the newly decorated Goldman Meeting Room. A kiddush/luncheon will be served.

Temple Israel of Lawrence,140 Central Avenue, will hold a Selichot Program on Thursday, September 23, at 8:30 P.M., when Woody Allen's Film, "Crimes and Misdemeanors" will be shown. After the program, there will be discussion, desserts and coffee, followed by Selichot Services. Call 239-1140 for more info.

St. Joseph's RC Church of Hewlett, 1346 Broadway, will present a defensive driving course on Saturday, October 14, from 8:30 A.M. to 3 P.M. Participants will receive a mandatory insurance premium reduction and their violation point total will be reduced. For further information and registration, call (631) 360-9720.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

SeniorSpotlight

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 on Wednesdays at 12:45 P.M. and led by Diane Goldstein.

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.

Religious Services

Synagogues

Services for September 22 and September 23

Congregation Bais Menachem at The Chabad Center of the Five Towns in Cedarhurst--7:00 P.M. Friday, 9:00 A.M. and 7:30 P.M. Saturday.

Congregation Beth Sholom in Lawrence--7:00 P.M. Friday, 9 A.M. and 7:30 P.M. Sat.

Congregation Ohr Torah in North Woodmere--4:50 P.M.Friday, 4:45 P.M. Saturday.

Congregation Sons of Israel in Woodmere--6:30 P.M. Friday, 9 A.M. and 7:30 P.M. Saturday.

Congregation Shaaray Tefila in Lawrence--7:20 PM and 8:15PM. Friday, 9 A.M. Saturday.

Hewlett-East Rockaway Jewish Centre/Congregation Etz Chaim in East Rockaway--7 P.M. Friday, 9 A.M. Saturday.

Reconstructionist Congregation Beth Emeth in Hewlett--8 P.M. Friday, 9:30 A.M. Saturday.

Temple Beth El in Cedarhurst--6:15 P.M.Fri.; 9:30 A.M., 6:15 P.M. Sat.; 9:30 A.M., 6:15 P.M. Sun.

Temple Hillel in North Woodmere--7 P.M. Friday, 8:45 A.M., Saturday.

Temple Israel in Lawrence--8 P.M. Friday, 10:30 A.M. Saturday.

Temple Sinai in Lawrence--8:00 P.M.Friday, 9 A.M. Saturday.

The Sephardic Congregation of the Five Towns-7:05 P.M. Friday, 8:45 A.M. and 7:45 P.M. Saturday.

The Sephardic Temple in Cedarhurst-- 8 A.M., 7:30 P.M. Friday, 8:45 A.M. Saturday.

Young Israel of Hewlett, Congregation Ahavat Yisrael-- 7:00 P.M. Friday, 9 A.M. Saturday.

Young Israel of Lawrence-Cedarhurst--7:15 & 8:00 P.M. Friday,; 8:15 & 9:00 A.M., 6:00 & 7:40 P.M. Saturday.

Young Israel of North Woodmere--5 P.M. Friday, 9 A.M. and 5 P.M. Saturday.

Young Israel of Woodmere--5:55 P.M., 7:15 P.M. Friday; 7:15, 8:45 & 9:00 A.M., 5:30, 7:45 & 7:55 P.M. Saturday.

Young Israel of Hewlett--7:31P.M., Friday; 9A.M., 7:38, Saturday

Churches

Services for Sunday, September 24:

Bethel A.M.E. Church (Far Rock.)--11 A.M.

Community Bible Church in Inwood--10 A.M.

First Presbyterian Church (Far Rock.)--11 A.M.

Lutheran Church of the Incarnation in Cedarhurst--9:30 A.M.

Our Lady of Good Counsel R.C. Church in Inwood--7:15, 8:15 (Spanish) and 10:30 A.M.; 5:30 P.M., Saturday.

St. Joachim R.C. Church in Cedarhurst-- Sunday Masses: 8 A.M., 10 A.M. and 12 Noon.

St. Joseph R.C. Church in Hewlett--8:30; 10:30 A.M. and 12:30 P.M.

St. Paul's United Methodist Church in Inwood--9:30A.M.

Trinity-St. John's Episcopal Church in Hewlett--8 and 10:30 A.M.

Woodmere-Lawrence United Methodist Church--11 A.M.

The Greater Five Towns YM & YWHA is beginning its fall programs for retired adults. The Shalom Club meets on Mondays at 1 P.M.; The Golden Circle meets Tuesdays at noon at Temple Beth El, Broadway and Locust, Cedarhurst; and L'Chaim Club meets on Wednesdays at 1 P.M. at Temple Gates of Zion, 332 N. Corona Ave., Valley Stream. For more information about any of these programs call 569-6733.

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.

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 call 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.

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.