The board will hold its next work session on Wednesday, Jan. 7 at Washington Street School at 7:30 p.m. The next regular board meeting will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 21 at Washington Street School at 7:30 p.m. Public session will start at 8 p.m.
Schools
Pre-kindergarten registration
School officials in the Elmont School District are holding registration for the a.m. and p.m. sessions for its pre-kindergarten program. The sessions run two and a half hours each day from Monday to Friday. Registration packets may be picked up at the district’s Pupil Personnel Services office on 1735 Hempstead Turnpike. For more information or questions, call (516) 326-5580 ext. 118.
Kindergarten registration
The Franklin Square Elementary School District will continue its kindergarten registration for students entering kindergarten in September 2009 through January. Registration will be for John, Polk and Washington Street schools. All children living in the Franklin Square School District and who will 5 on or before Dec. 1 2009 are eligible for the program. A correspondence will be send to parents of incoming kindergarten students shortly. All registrations will be by appointment. If you have any question, contact John, Polk and Washington Street schools.
Around Town
Maggie’s Getting Married
Catch this romantic comedy presented by BroadHollow Theatre at the Elmont Library beginning on Jan. 10. Join the Duncan family as they prepare for their daughter’s wedding. Performances at 8 p.m. are Saturday, Jan. 10; Friday, Jan. 16; Saturday, Jan. 17; Wednesday, Jan. 21; Friday, Jan. 23 and Saturday, Jan. 24. Peformances at 2:30 p.m. are on Sunday, Jan. 11; Sunday, Jan. 18 and Sunday, Jan. 25. There is also a performance on Wednesday, Jan. 21 at 2 p.m.Tickets are $25 for adults, $22 for seniors, $18 for students and $14 for youths under 16. Call (631) 581-2700 or email bhtcgroupsales@ aol.com for group information. For individual ticket information and reservations, call the box office at (516) 775-4420.
Italian classes
The Wesley United Methodist Church in Franklin Square is now holding registration for Italian classes for children ages 3 to 10 at L’Albero Azzurro at the church. Register now for a session beginning on Dec. 6. To register or for more information (516) 270-2460.
Classes for senior citizens
The Franklin Square Senior Community Service Center will provide Line Dancing and Tai Chi classes throughout January at Wesley United Methodist Church in Franklin Square. Line Dancing will be held on Mondays, Jan. 5, 12, 19 and 26 at 1 p.m., and Tai Chi will be held on Wednesdays, Jan. 7, 14, 21 and 28 at 10:30 a.m.
Train and Toy Show
The St. Vincent de Paul’s Model Train and Toy Show will be held on Sunday, Jan. 11 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. There is a $5 donation at the door for adults and $4 donation for seniors. Children under 12 are free. For more information, call (516) 352-2127.
Libraries
Elmont Memorial Library
700 Hempstead Turnpike
(516) 354-5280
Senior Chair Exercise
The next class will be held on Friday, Jan. 2 at 10 a.m. led Isabel Batson and Millie Danko.
Global Rhythms
A multicultural musical and movement experience will be held for children ages 2-4 on Friday, Jan. 2 at 11 a.m. A program for children ages 5 and older follows at noon.
Old Blue Eyes
Come down to the theater on Sunday, Jan. 4 at 2 p.m. for an encore tribute to Frank Sinatra, performed by Jerry Cardone.
Cuckoo Bird Puppet Craft
The next Family Pre-School Hour will be held on Monday, Jan. 5 at 10:15, 11:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. for families with children age 18 months through pre-school. Enjoy singing, dancing, storytelling and a craft.
Chair Yoga With Mary
The next class will be held on Monday, Jan. 5 at 1 p.m.
Tuesday Feature Film
“Rabbit Proof Fence” will be shown on Jan. 6 at 2 p.m. It is rated PG-13.
Origami Modulars for Teens
Make all kinds of three-dimensional forms using the techniques of modular origami on Wednesday, Jan. 7 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Chi Gong
The next class will be held on Thursday, Jan. 8 at 10 a.m. led by Cathy Anastasio.
Poetry Writing Workshop
The next session will be held on Thursday, Jan. 8 from 4:30 to 6 p.m. with published poet Dr. Linda Opyr.
Note Taking Skills
Workshop for teens will be held on Thursday, Jan. 8 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Improve your note taking skills by learning how to take notes from a lecture or a textbook.
Senior Step and Style Dancing
The next class will be held on Friday, Jan. 9 at 10 a.m. led Isabel Batson and Millie Danko.
Franklin Square Public Library
19 Lincoln Road
(516) 488-3444
Be an Inventor
A Spirit of Invention Program for grades kindergarten through third will be held on Friday, Jan. 9 from 4 to 4:40 p.m. The Long Island Children's museum will show children some unusual inventions, then everyone will create a futuristic invention.
Craft Time
A Story Craft for ages 3-5 will be held on Saturday, Jan. 24 from 2 to 2:45 p.m.
Snowman Workshop
A Snowman Thermometers for kids in kindergarten through second grade will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 27 from 4 to 4:45 p.m. Get ready for cold weather by making a form snowman thermometer.
Create a Snowy Craft
A Snowman Suncatchers programs for kids in third through sixth grade will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 28 from 4 to 4:45 p.m.
Become Organized
A Get Organized Now program will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 28 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Start off the New Year right by joining Judi Cohen, a professional organizer, and learn how to become more organized.
Improve your chances
A Resume Writing/Online Job Search-Part 1 program will be held on Saturday, Jan. 31 from 2 to 4 p.m.
Health
Drug and Alcohol Abuse Program
This program aims to help individuals and families recover from the ravages of substance abuse is available at the Chemical Dependence Treatment Services. Group and individual therapy sessions, adult and adolescent treatment are available at Peninsula’s Valley Stream location, 73 S. Central Ave. Contact Trici Baylis, LMSW coordinator.
Mammography van
St. Boniface Church in Elmont will have a mammography van from the Nassau University Medical Center available at the church on Wednesday, Jan. 21. This service is provided at no out-of-pocket expense. Appointments are necessary. For an appointment or more information, call (516) 354-0744.
Project Cares
This social day program is for men and women 60 and over who are considered frail due to physical or mental difficulties. The group meets Monday through Thursday at St. Joseph’s Church School Building, Broadway, Hewlett. For information call (516) 374-9278.
Peninsula Counseling Center
50 W. Hawthorne Ave.,
Valley Stream
(516) 569-6600
Support Group for Parents of Disabled Children
This program aims to provide assistance for those raising a developmentally disabled child. Meets Mondays from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. For more information call Peggy Grosman at (516) 569-6600 Ext. 225.
Eating Disorders Program
The center is actively forming new groups for bulimia and compulsive over-eating. Individual, group and family therapy are also available for treatment of anorexia, bulimia, binge-eating disorder and compulsive over-eating. Julie Livingston, LCSW, conducts the program. Call (516) 599-1181 for information.
Teen Girls’ Socialization Groups
This groups aims to help build self-confidence, enhance social skills and improve academic performance are offered by Peninsula Counseling Center. Girls ages 14-15 are led by Kathy Schmitt, LMSW. Girls ages 16-18 are led by Kelly Farrell, LMSW. For more information call (516) 569-6600.
Coping with the loss of a spouse
This center is actively forming this focus group. Recently bereaved widows and widowers over 60 years of age are invited to join. The group meets Wednesdays from 5 to 6 p.m. Call (516) 569-6600 ext. 278.
Social Group
High school boys ages 14-18 are invited to a socialization group. Doing Better with Friends, Family and at School, led by Steven Levey. The group will meet each Wednesday from 5:45 to 7 p.m. For information, call (516) 599-1181.
Pride Program
Gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender individuals are served in the Pride program. Individual and group counseling in a supportive, gay-affirmative environment. Also, a support group for parents of gay and lesbian individuals. Meets evening hours. Information at 239-1945.
