30 Davison Ave.
766-2360
Concert: The Korean "Idol"
Winners Performance
Soh Young and Friends return May 17 at 2 p.m. to feature the multi-talented champions of the International 2007 Korean Idol awards, including Oceansider Danielle Reed. Tickets required.
Computer darkroom workshop
On May 20 experienced computer users will learn how to download, retouch, and manipulate digital photographs using common applications such as MS WORD. Two workshops will be held, one from 10 to 11:30 a.m. the other from 7 to 8:30 p.m. There is a $10 fee and users should bring a digital camera and USB cable to class.
Current Issues
Political commentator Barbara Krupit will lead a lively and informative discussion of today's headline news stories from 1:30 to 3 p.m. on May 20.
Discovering the Writer Within
Professor Barbara Novack invites writers of all levels to stretch their creativity in this monthly creative writing workshop at 7 p.m. on May 20.
Music of Richard Rodgers, Part 2: Rodgers & Hammerstein
In this multimedia presentation on May 27 at 2 p.m., Jack Schnur pays tribute to this celebrated pair through film excerpts and exclusive interviews. Tickets required.
Safe Boating Certificate Course
Earn your boating and jet-ski license in just one day on June 6 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Open to ages 10 and up. Registration required. Free for Oceanside residents ages 10-17; adult residents: $45; adult non-residents, $65.
Island Park
Library
176 Long Beach Rd.
432-0122
Movies
All movies start at 2 p.m.
May 15- The Reader
May 16- Tale of Despereaux
May 22- The Wrestler
May 26 - The Day the Earth Stood Still
May 30 - Bedtime Stories
Baby play hooray
Pat, Laura and Molly Mouse will be on hand to give little ones ages 6-23 months their first taste of activities on May 14 from 10:30 to 11 a.m. Be prepared for lots of nursery rhymes, dancing, marching and laughter.
Toddler play hooray
Pat, Laura and Molly Mouse will lead this program specifically designed for toddlers age 24 months to 5 years old from 11:15 to noon on May 14. Come sing, dance and get moving with nursery rhymes, books, music, dancing, parades and more.
Computer Kindergarten for adults
This slow-paced, hands-on workshop on May 21 from 2 to 4 p.m. is designed for first-time computer users. Using IBM compatible computers, this unique class covers the basics in a way that even the most inexperienced user will understand from turning the computer on, the Windows desktop, using the mouse, opening programs, saving a file, and turning the computer off. Limited to 24 participants. Register at the Circulation Desk.
Poetry Reading
Sponsored by the Island Park Public Library and Sons of Italy, Prof. Johanna Barca Mastrototaro will recite passages from her book of poetry, "Mourning Song." which is dedicated to her deceased mother on May 27 from 7:30 to 8:45 p.m. Book signing will follow. Register at the Circulation Desk.
Special Events
Free Car Seat Safety Check
Concerned by statistics that nine out of 10 car seats are installed improperly, Nassau County Legislator Jeff Toback will host another free car seat safety check in Oceanside on May 15 from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at School 6 on Merle Avenue in the parking lot behind the Schoolhouse Green. Appointments run approximately 20 minutes and can be scheduled by calling 571-6207.
Community Yard Sale
Oceanside Kiwanis is sponsoring a Community Yard Sale on May 16, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the Schoolhouse Green off Foxhurst Road. Same-day walk-in sellers welcome at 7 a.m., bring your own table. Call 536-2200 to reserve your space on the green for $20, which will be used to help send kids in need to Kamp Kiwanis this summer. For more information, visit www.schoolhousegreen.org. The event's rain date is May 17.
Yard and Craft Sale
The Full Gospel Church, 4101 Austin Blvd. in Island Park, is hosting a giant yard and craft sale on May 16 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., with a rain date of May 25. For more details, call 432-0232.
Sisterhood Supperette
Young Israel of Oceanside will honor Harriet Glatt for her many years of service at its annual Supperette on May 18 at 7 p.m. For more information call 764-1099.
I.P. Civic Association meeting
The Island Park Civic Association's regular monthly meeting is May 19 at 7 p.m. in the Island Park Library Community Room.
Jerusalem DC: The Real Meaning of David's Capital
Young Israel's last holiday lecture of the year will be given by Prof. Avi Beker on Yom Yerushalayim, May 21 at 8:45 p.m. Men and women are cordially invited. For more information call 764-1099.
I.P. United Methodist Church Garage Sale
The sale will be May 23 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and features a toy, book, and chidren's table run by Little Seashell School. To donate items, drop them off between May 18 and May 22 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Space at the sale can be rented for $20 and seller must provide their own table. For more information call
431-1983.
JCC
Barry and Florence Friedberg JCC
15 Neil Ct., Oceanside
766-4341
The Adult Connections Club
Come join the fun and meet new people at interesting events. All events are from 7:30 to 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.
May 14: My Big Fat Greek Night at the JCC. Celebrate the wonderful country of Greece and the Jewish way of life as Liz Ropers presents, "The History of Jews in Greece." Dinner, which will be a spread of Greek foods, is an additional $15 per person. Registration closes May 10.
May 21: The New York World's Fair: Slide show and presentation at 7:30 pm in the auditorium; non-club members may attend for $6.
The Jazz Connection
Join Jazz musician Joe Dubs and members of his group, the Jazz Connection, on May 14 at 12:45 p.m. as they entertain and introduce audience members to the basics of Jazz. They will play popular pieces from the 30's and 40's, and discuss how different instruments, chord structures, and artist styles change the feel of the music and your appreciation of it. Cost $2 per person. For information call 766-4341.
The Out of Mind Experience: A Mind Reading Show
Experience fun and laugher with professional mind reader, Rick Sherman. He will tell you what you're thinking, what your friends are thinking, and what choices you will make in this high-energy, completely interactive show at the Friedberg JCC on May 18 at 7:30 p.m. Cost is $9 per person and advance registration is suggested. For more information call
766-4341.
