West Hempstead Library Board meets on Monday, Sept. 22 at 8 p.m. in the library’s community room.
Lakeview Library Board meets on Wednesday, Oct. 8 at 8 p.m. in the library.
Malverne Board of Education meets on Tuesday, Oct. 14 at 8 p.m. in the Malverne High School library.
West Hempstead Board of Education will hold its business meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 16 at 7:30 p.m. in the Chestnut Street board room. There will be a math educational presentation.
Malverne Village Board meets on Wednesday, Oct. 1 at 7:30 p.m. at Village Hall on Church Street.
The Mothers of Malverne or MOM will meet on Thursday, Oct. 2 at 7:30 p.m. at Malverne Village Hall. The group meets monthly from September to June to provide a social and support network for mothers of young children as well as events for kids. For more information, visit the group’s Web site at momsofmalverne.tripod.com or email mothersofmalverne@yahoo.com.
Around Town
The Malverne Volunteer Ambulance Corps will celebrate its 40th anniversary with a celebratory dinner for both its members, benefactors and the community on Saturday, Sept. 13 at 7 p.m. at the Lynbrook Elks on Hempstead Avenue in Lynbrook. Cocktails will start at 7 p.m., followed by dinner and dancing. Everyone is welcome to attend. Tickets are $25 and all payments should be made payable to the MVAC. The MVAC will also be distributing a commemorative sponsorship book, which will be distributed at the dinner. All local businesses and individuals are invited to have a place in the MVAC’s history through this commemorative document. For sponsorship levels available and more information, contact John Karam (516) 593-2928.
Margot Leverett and The Klezmer Mountain Boys will be performing at The Jewish Community Center of West Hempstead on Saturday, Sept. 13 at 8:30 p.m. To purchase tickets or for more information, call (516) 481-7448. Tickets are $18, group sales of 10 or more are $15 per ticket and VIP tickets are $50 per ticket. The VIP price includes preferred seating and admission into a reception with the band after the concert. Tickets at the door (if tickets are available) will be $20.
The Malverne Merchants and Professional Association will have its annual Merchant Fair on Sunday, Sept. 14 on Hempstead Avenue in Malverne. There will be dance, pony rides and music for entertainment as well as fitness and self defense demonstrations throughout the day. This event will be held in conjunction with the association’s Classic Car Show located next to Connolly Station. This is a day where businesses can advertise through their promotional materials and giveaways. For more information, call Henry Stampfel at (516) 375-4041 or Nancy Friedman at (516) 446-1284, Monday through Friday anytime between 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The Malverne Historical and Preservation Society will host a Quilt Show on Saturday, Sept. 20 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 21 from noon to 3 p.m. Come and see a wide variety of quilts made by local quilters. Admission is $5 and refreshments will be served. To show a quilt or for more information, call (516) 596-3239.
The Malverne American Legion Post #44 will conduct a joint installation ceremony honoring Commander John Hassett and his officers and Auxiliary President Susan Sayers and her officers on Saturday, Sept. 20 at 7 p.m. at the Joseph W. Murtha Memorial Hall, Legion Place in Malverne. Please R.S.V.P. by calling (516) 593-5358.
The Ladies of Cathedral Post 1087 American Legion Auxiliary in West Hempstead will host a Chinese Auction fundraiser on Friday, Sept. 26 at 7 p.m. at the post on 233 Woodlawn Road. There is a $5 donation, which includes refreshments and door prizes. For more information, call Joan (516) 538-0841 or Carmen (516) 481-7907.
The Malverne Historical and Preservation Society will have its Trash and Treasure Sale on Sept. 27 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Treasure seekers will find artwork, crafts, books, jewelry, baby items and much more. For more information, call (516) 825-5787 or (516) 792-1910.
St. Thomas the Apostle will host its 26th annual Craft Fair on Saturday, Nov. 22 from 10 a.m to 4 p.m. at the school. There will be holiday crafts and gifts, food and fun for the whole family. Vendors are wanted. For an application or more information, visit the St. Thomas the Apostle Parents' Club page at stthomasschool.net or call Cindy Thomas (516) 868-3705 and Petal Scantlebury (516) 489-8244.
Libraries
Malverne Public Library
61 St. Thomas Place
(516) 599-0750
Matinee Movie will be on Monday, Sept. 15 from 2 to 4 p.m. "The Bank Job" and “Meet the Browns” will be shown.
The Independent Film “Choking Man” will be shown on Friday, Sept. 19 from 2 to 4 p.m.
Defensive Driving Course will be held on Saturday, Sept. 20 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. This is a regular Defensive Driving Course open to drivers of all ages. The fee for the course is $35, which must be paid by check, no cash will be accepted.
Nassau County Department of Assessment Outreach will be on Wednesday, Sept. 24 from 4 to 7 p.m.
A how to use your digital camera class will be on Wednesday, Oct. 1 from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
A Jump for Joy program will be on Fridays, Oct. 3,10,17,24 and 31. Join Joyce Oddo for fun-filled sessions of music and movement with your toddler. Session one for kids 18 to 36 months will be from 10:15 to 11 a.m., and session two for kids 18 months to 5 will be from 11:15 a.m. to noon.
Tail Waggin’ Tutors: Reading to Dogs will be on Wednesdays, Oct. 8 and 22 and Nov. 5 and 19 from 4 to 6 p.m. Children in kindergarten through fourth grade will have the opportunity to read to certified and trained therapy dogs.
West Hempstead Public Library 500 Hempstead Ave.
(516) 481-6591
The movie “The Bucket List” will be shown on Friday, Sept. 12 at 1:30 p.m.
Paranormal Adventurers will be on Monday, Sept. 15 from 7 to 9 p.m. Join the Paranormal Adventurers as they describe their encounters with ghosts and spirits.
Knit and Crochet class will be on Tuesday, Sept. 16 from 7 to 9 p.m. The cost is $1.
A Trip to Mohonk Mountain House in the Hudson Valley will be on Wednesday, Sept. 17 from 7:15 a.m. to 7 p.m. A buffet lunch is included. The cost is $83 per person.
Parenting and Playtime program will be on Wednesday, Sept. 17 from 9:15 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. This will be an informal workshop for a parent or caregiver and children from ages 1 to 3. Specialists in early childhood concerns will attend to address issues and answer questions.
S.A.T. Class will be on Thursday, Sept. 18 from 6:45 to 8:45 p.m. This is a six-week math and verbal course to help high school sophomores and juniors prepare for the S.A.T. Register at the Young Adult Desk beginning on Tuesday, Sept. 2. The cost is $80.
A Paper Taming class will be on Monday, Sept. 22 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. The organized lady will teach you how to tame all of your loose papers.
Lakeview Public Library
1120 Woodfield Road
Rockville Centre
(516) 536-3071
Homework help is held every Tuesday and Thursday from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Children in grades K-12 are invited to attend instructional sessions with New York State certified teachers. Classes in math, science, social studies and English/Language Arts are provided. Registration is required.
Yoga Classes will be on Wednesdays, Sept. 17 and 24 and October 1,8,15, and 22 at 2 p.m. The class will be taught by instructor Joe Cilmi.
A Single Parenting — The Stress Factor class will be on Thursday, Sept. 11 at 6:30 p.m. Feeling overwhelmed as a parent? Having health issues? Ninety-five percent of all health problems arise as a result of stress? If you desire a life where you can cut back on the amount of stress affecting you — and at the same time, develop an amazing relationship with your children — then you must attend this course.
Basic Electric for Homeowners class will be on Wednesday, Sept. 20 from 10 a.m. to noon. Participants will review electrical safety practices, proper use of multi-meter and how to remove and replace a switch and receptacle. GFCI’s will also be introduced and participants will be able to check the basic before calling an electrician.
Exercise Class will be on Thursdays, Sept. 25 and Oct. 2,9,16,23 and 30 and Nov. 6 and 13 at 7 p.m. This class will be taught by Kathy Wazmer and is sponsored by the Arthritis Foundation.
A Reverse Mortgage class will be on Tuesday, Sept. 30 at 2 p.m. Century 21 representatives will provide patrons with information about the reverse mortgage process. Topics such as how a reverse mortgage works, who is eligible and more will be covered. Senior citizens are urged to take advantage of this program. The information that will be discussed at this class could help to make many positive changes in your life.
Schools
The Jewish Community Center of West Hempstead’s Nursery School enrollment for the 2008 –09 school year is now under way. The center offers a program enriched with both Judaic and secular studies as well as guest educators and special programs. Special incentives are now being offered for early enrollment. To register, call Jackie at (516) 481-7057 or (516) 481-7448.
Thrift Shop
Our Lady of Lourdes Church’s thrift shop, located at Park Boulevard and Sheehy Place in Malverne, is open on Wednesdays from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and on the first Saturdays of the month from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. For more information, call (516) 599-1269.
Malverne Community Presbyterian Church’s thrift shop is open Wednesdays from 10 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. and the first Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. in the church hall on Nottingham Road.
Congregation Beth Israel 141 Hilton Ave., Hempstead. Open every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Clothing, housewares and much more. Call (516) 489-7572 for more information.
peninsula
counseling center
Eating Disorders Program is 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. at 381 Sunrise Highway, Lynbrook. Call (516) 599-1181 for information.
Teen girls’ socialization groups that help build self-confidence, enhance social skills and improve academic performance are offered at 124 Franklin Place, Woodmere. Girls, ages 14-15: Kathy Schmitt, LMSW. Girls, ages 16-18: Kelly Farrell, LMSW. For information call (516) 569-6600.
Coping with the loss of a spouse is the focus of the group now forming at Peninsula Counseling Center, 124 Franklin Place, Woodmere. 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.
Drug and Alcohol Abuse Program to help individuals and families recover from the ravages of substance abuse is available at the Chemical Dependence Treatment Services of Peninsula Counseling Center. Group and individual therapy sessions, adult and adolescent treatment are available. Contact Tricia Baylis, LMSW coordinator at (516) 872-9698.
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. at 381 Sunrise Highway, Lynbrook. For information, call (516) 599-1181.
Support Group for Parents of Disabled Children provides assistance for those raising a developmentally disabled child. Meets Mondays from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. at 124 Franklin Place, Woodmere. For more information call Peggy Grosman at (516) 569-6600 Ext. 225.
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. Strict confidence observed. Meets evening hours at the Lawrence office, 270 Lawrence Avenue. Information at 239-1945.
Adults with psychiatric disabilities are invited to enjoy fun and live entertainment at the Meeting Place Clubhouse. Activities include socialization, live shows, music and dancing. Helene Goldberg, MSCRC, directs the program at 108 Franklin Place, Woodmere. Call Steve Vaccaro at (516) 569-4524 Ext. 230.
Project Cares is a social day program 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.
The Parent Place is a program for parents whose teenagers are resistant to therapy. “Custom-made” strategies for handling specific problems. Crisis intervention, support, guidance. 124 Franklin Place, Woodmere. For more information call Barbara Margelefsky at (516) 569-6600.
Support Group for Parents of Disabled Children provides assistance for those raising a developmentally disabled child. Meets Mondays from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. at 124 Franklin Place, Woodmere. For more information call Peggy Grosman at (516) 569-6600 Ext. 225.
High School Boys ages 14-18 are invited to a socialization group. Doing Better with Friends, Family and at School is sponsored by Peninsula Counseling Center. Led by Steven Levey, the group meets each Wednesday from 5:45 to 7 p.m at 381 Sunrise Highway, Lynbrook. For information, call (516) 599-1181.
Support Group for Parents of Disabled Children provides assistance for those raising a developmentally disabled child. Meets Mondays from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. at 124 Franklin Place, Woodmere. For more information call Peggy Grosman at (516) 569-6600 Ext. 225.
Religious
Malverne Jewish Center
1 Norwood Ave., (516) 593-6364
Monday Minyans are at 7:30 p.m. Saturday morning services start at 9:30 a.m.
The art of the scribe class on Mondays at 11 a.m. allows you to exp lore history, techniques and styles used in writing the Torah, Mezzuzah and T’fillin.
Rashi’s commentary on GENESIS Shabbat at 5 p.m. daily in the Garden Room. Led by Shlomoh Sachs. Knowledge of Hebrew not necessary. Everyone welcome.
Dr. Sol Goldman is offering advanced classes in Yiddish for anyone who is interested in learning. Classes are completely open to the public and will be held on Mondays at 2 p.m.
The Jewish Community
Center of West Hempstead
711 Dogwood Ave., W. Hempstead
(516) 481-7448
Daily Minyan services are held Mondays through Thursdays at 6:40 a.m. and 8 p.m.; Fridays at 6:40 a.m., and Sundays at 8:30 a.m. and 8 p.m.
Grace Lutheran Church
400 Hempstead Ave., Malverne
(516) 599-6626
Services of Holy Communion are held on Saturdays at 5 p.m. and Sundays at 8 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. Sunday School is held on Sundays at 9 a.m. and Bible study classes are on Sundays at 9 a.m. and Wednesdays at noon.
Community Presbyterian
12 Nottingham Road, Malverne
(516) 599-3220
Sunday Services at Community Presbyterian Church are at 9:45 a.m. For more information visit www.cpcmalverne.blogspot.com
Community Presbyterian offers individual, couples, family and group pastoral counseling through a partnership with Queens Counseling Services. Fees are individually set based on income and insurance coverage. Nobody is turned away. Counseling is inter-faith, multi-cultural and available in more than 10 languages, including Spanish.
Malverne Bible Church
270 Franklin Ave., Malverne
(516) 593-7105
Family worship and praise service held on Sundays at 10:30 a.m. Prayer service held Wednesday at 7 p.m. Men’s Bible Study held on Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. The” CELL” Jr. High Youth Group and Joyful Noise Children’s Choir also meet. Call for more information.
Our Lady of Lourdes R.C. Church
65 Wright Ave., Malverne, (516) 599-1269
Celebrate the Eucharist at 6:45 a.m. and 9 a.m. on weekdays, 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Saturdays, and 7:30 a.m., 9 a.m., 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Sundays.
Bethlehem Assembly of God
12 E. Fairview Ave., Valley Stream
(516) 561-6150
Grief Share Support Group, which deals with the loss of a loved one through weekly topics from grief experts. Starts at 7:30 p.m.
