30 Davison Ave.
Oceanside 766-2360
Community Blood Drive Give the gift of life this holiday season and help Long Island Blood Services save lives with a blood drive at the library on Dec. 30 from 4-8 p.m. For questions regarding medical eligibility, please call 1-800-688-0900. Walk-ins are welcome.
Beautiful Bonsai
The Oceanside Garden Club welcomes Cornell Cooperative Extension Master Gardener Linda Fleigner, who will introduce this ancient horticultural art form at 7 p.m. on Jan. 13.
Internet and E-Mail This class covers e-mail applications including group mailings and attachments, addresses security concerns, including Internet surfing, shopping, and the basic functions of Internet Explorer on January 6, 13, 20 from 10-11:30 a.m. The fee is $30. Students must have prior working knowledge of computers to enroll. Fees are non-refundable and non-transferable, and must be paid in full at the time of registration. All checks must be made payable to the Oceanside Library.
Music in Exile-ƒmigrŽ Composers of the 1930s The Motyl's Chamber Ensemble returns to perform a repertoire of dynamic works written by German composers from the 1930s on Jan. 14 at 2 p.m. Tickets are required.
Book Discussion: The Other Boleyn Girl by Philippa Gregory
Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts in London, Professor Lorella Brockles by explores the true history behind the Boleyn sisters in the court of King Henry VIII on Jan. 20 at 2 p.m.
Island Park Library
176 Long Beach Rd.,
Island Park 432-0122
Holiday Celebration
Our holiday celebration with Beth and Scott is the perfect spark to warm up your winter season. This joyous program on Dec. 30 at 2 p.m. celebrates with song and dance the joys of the holidays that features on-stage participation.
Special
events
Overeaters Anonymous
Does Food rule your life? Overeaters Anonymous can help- no dues, no fees, no weigh-ins. We are a 12-step fellowship. Meetings in Oceanside: Saturdays and Sundays at 10 a.m. at South Nassau Communities Hospital, 1 Healthy Way, and Mondays and Fridays at 10:30 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church, 2937 Davison St. For more information, call 794-1333 or visit www.nassauoa.org.
St. Andrew's Thrift Shop, 50 Anchor Ave. in Oceanside, will be open Dec. 18 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. They have four rooms of various items including clothing, Christmas decorations, glassware, dishes, household appliances, decorative items, lamps, books, records, bedding, curtains, towels, craft items and much more. For more information, call 536-8602.
The Oceanside Chorale presents its Holiday Concert on Dec. 20 at 8 p.m. at School 8, 3252 Fulton Ave. Tickets are $8 in advance and $10 at the door, children under 12 are free. There will also be a fundraiser raffle at the concert, with prizes to be won. For tickets and further information, call 764-2787.
A Hockey team is forming for players who are disabled and using any type of wheelchair, walker, or crutches. For more information, call Dave Leale at 593-5330 or e-mail him at david1711@optonline.net
Christmas Tree Sale
The Daniel J. Bradley Council Knights of Columbus #3102 is having a Christmas tree sale from Dec. 12 through Dec. 21, Monday through Friday from 6-9 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m.-9 p.m. The sale is at St. Christopher's Church in Baldwin, 11 Gale Ave, a mile west of Grand Avenue on Merrick Road. All proceeds go to the Knights of Columbus.
Community Outreach Pre-Hanukkah Havdala
There will be a special pre-Hanukkah Havdala ceremony for non-members on Dec. 21 at the shul of the Young Israel of Oceanside, 150 Waukena Ave., from 5-7 p.m.
The Island Park Civic Association will be holding its next meeting on Jan. 13 at 7 p.m. in the Island Park Public Library. All residents are encouraged to attend.
JCC
Barry and Florence Friedberg JCC
15 Neil Ct., Oceanside 766-4341
Adult Connections Club Come join the fun and meet new people at interesting events. All events are from 7:30-9:30 p.m. (unless otherwise noted) and cost $10 per person per month. For more information, call Debbie Rosen at 766-4341, ext. 129.
Jan. 8: Let Klezmer Ring- Celebrate the New Year with Doug LeBlang who will perform and lecture on Klezmer.
January 15: The History of Ireland Part I- Join Dr. Mary Nita Anderson, a professor at Nassau Community College, as she takes us on an incredible journey through the passion that is Ireland.
January 22: The Violin-Classical concert violinist Albert Muhlad will join us for an unforgettable evening of music.
January 29: Mussolini and the Jews: Join Liz Ropers for this riveting lecture and discussion while enjoying a delicious Italian dinner. Please note there is an additional $10 charge per person for this event and you must register one week in advance. Dinner will be served at 7 p.m.
JCC Festival of Lights
Celebrate with friends and family at the Friedberg JCC's Festival of Lights. Hanukkah crafts, holiday food, entertainment, Menorah lighting and more. Event is on Dec. 21 from 11 a.m.- 1 p.m. The cost is $20 per family (up to four people) and $6 for each additional person. For more information, call 766-4341.
Bubblemania, Comedy with a Drip is an extremely unique soapy spectacular combining artistic skills, visual comedy, quick wit, music, and the unbelievable qualities of liquid spheres - from intricate bubble sculptures to encasing people inside giant bubbles. The show is Dec. 30 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $8 in advance and $9 at the door. For more information, call 766-4341 ext. 114.
Bereavement Support Group for Widows and Widowers, ages 50 to 60
Small intimate support groups designed specifically for those who have recently lost a spouse in the last year.The group will start meeting on Jan. 6 and will continue for eight weeks. The cost is $120 per person. A brief interview with the social worker is required before the group meets to determine proper placement. For more information, call 766-4341 ext. 131.
Tryouts for 2009 JCC Maccabi Games
The Friedberg JCC is hosting tryouts for its 2009 JCC Maccabi Tennis (coed), Boys Basketball, and Swim (coed) teams. Teams will compete in Westchester from August 16-21. Athletes must be 13-16 years of age and of Jewish heritage. Please call 766-4341, ext. 128 for tryout dates, which vary by sport, or e-mail jgoldfaden@friedbergjcc.org.
Get Organized Now!
Have you ever been overwhelmed by the clutter in your home -losing things all the time, misplacing your keys, forgetting appointments, being embarrassed when unexpected company drops in, having late fees and finance charges, losing important papers, spending money on "stuff" that you realize you already have five of at home? If you answered "yes" to aoy of these questions, then get Organized now. Let Judi Cohen, the "Organized Lady," teach you the basics of organization on Jan. 21 at 10 a.m. The cost is $6 per person. For more information, call 766-4341 ext. 114 or e-mail mlevi@friedbergjcc.org.
