The Franklin Square Chamber of Commerce will hold its next meeting on Thursday, Sept. 18 at 6:30 p.m. at Carmela’s Restaurant, 981 Hempstead Turnpike. The guest speaker will be Randi Busse, from Workforce Development Group Inc. Bring information about your business to the meeting to share with others. The cost of the dinner is $25 per person. For more information, call (516) 775-0001.
The Mothers of Malverne or MOMs will meet on Thursday, Sept. 4 at 7:30 p.m. at Malverne Village Hall. The group, which includes members from Malverne, Lynbrook, Franklin Square, Valley Stream, Rockville Centre and Oceanside 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 e-mail
mothersofmalverne@yahoo.com.
The Association of Piano Teachers of Long Island will have its meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 17 at 10 a.m. at the Garden City Community Church. The guest speaker will be piano teacher and specialist Patricia Cestaro. For more information, call (718) 347-0183.
Around Town
The Laugh for a Cure 2 fundraiser to benefit the American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer will be on Friday, Sept. 5 at 7 p.m., at the Pompei Restaurant in West Hempstead. The event will include dinner, a comedy show and raffles. Tickets are $60 per person and this includes wine. For tickets or more information, call Elisa (516) 445-0418.
The Franklin Square Senior Community Service Center will host a Tai Chi class with instructor Evelyn Masset on Wednesdays, Sept. 10, 17 and 24 at 10:30 a.m. The class will be held at the Wesley United Methodist Church on 619 Fenworth Boulevard in Franklin Square.
The Franklin Square Senior Community Service Center will host a Line Dancing class with instructor Isabelle Desio on Monday, Sept. 8, 15, 22 and 29 at 1 p.m. The class will be held at the Wesley United Methodist Church on 619 Fenworth Boulevard in Franklin Square.
The Nassau County Department of Senior Citizen Affairs will host a free Information and Assistance Fair on Wednesday, Sept. 10 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Elmont Memorial Library. Representatives from many different agencies will be available to answer questions, provide information and assist with the completion of any necessary applications for benefits or entitlement programs. For more information, call (516) 227-8934.
A Caregiver Support Group, hosted by the Nassau County Department of Senior Citizen Affairs, will be on Tuesday, Sept. 9 at Elmont Memorial Library from 3 to 4 p.m. This program will be led by Sari Flesch and will provide participants with an opportunity to share experiences and help one another. For more information, call (516) 227-8945.
A Nutrition Education Class, coordinated by the Nassau County Department of Senior Citizen Affairs, will be on Thursday, Sept. 11 at Elmont Memorial Library from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
A Health Assessment program, coordinated by the Nassau County Department of Senior Citizen Affairs, will be on Thursday, Sept. 18 from 10 a.m. to noon at Elmont Memorial Library.
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, 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.
Franklin Square Chapter Homemakers Membership Drive will be on Tuesday, Oct. 2 at noon at St. Andrews Lutheran Church, 54 Nassau Blvd in West Hempstead. For more information, call (516) 285- 7158.
The Franklin Square Jewish Center invites the Jewish community to attend services for the High Holidays of Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur throughout the year in its synagogue free of charge. Conducted by Rabbi Stephen Dresner and assisted by Cantor Jacob Yaron, the services follow the conservative format. The center is located at 47 Pacific Avenue, just one block west of New Hyde Park Road. For more information, call Julius Rubin at (516) 437-3857.
Library Events
Elmont Memorial Library
700 Hempstead Turnpike
(516) 354-5280
A QuickBooks Training Workshop will be held each Saturday, Sept.6 to Nov. 15, at 10 a.m. Learn to master QuickBooks Level 1with Irving Sandomer, a certified public accountant.
Senior Chair Exercise Class will be held on Friday, Sept. 6 at 10 a.m. with instructors Isabel Batson and Millie Danko.
Chair Yoga With Mary will be held on Monday, Sept. 8 at 1p.m.
Tuesday Feature Film for Sept. 9 is “Leatherheads.” The movie begins at 2 p.m. and is rated PG-13.
Caregivers Support Group will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 9 at 3 p.m. The discussion is led by social worker Sari Flesch and hosted by the Nassau County Department of Senior Affairs.
Intermediate Bridge Classes with Mimi will be held on Tuesdays, 9, 16 and 23 at 10 a.m. This is not a beginner’s class: you must have experience in playing the game.
Study Smarts for Teens is a two-session workshop to learn how to develop active study strategies, plan for long-term assignments, take good notes, organize essays, and get the most out of your text books. It will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 10 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. and Wednesdays, Sept. 17 from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
StoryCraft will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 10 at 11 a.m. for children age 3-5 with an adult. Make a back-to-school noteholder.
Cornell Cooperative Extension Class will be held on Thursday, Sept. 11 at 11:30 a.m. Janet Maruna will presented on the topic “Go Nuts! Creative Ways to Use Nuts in Meals.” This program is open to all Nassau County senior citizens.
Registration Has Begun for the Drumthwacket and Princeton Tour fall bus trip on Wednesday, Nov. 5. The first stop Princeton, N.J., starting with a buffet lunch at the Nassau Inn. The trip then heads to Drumthwacket for a guided tour of the governor’s mansion. The bus leaves at 8:15 a.m. and the cost is $87. Registration for non-cardholders begins Sept. 9.
Teen Read Week is Coming and the library wants to know what you’ve been reading. If you have a favorite book, then create your own “Read” mini-poster. Stop by the young adult desk to find out more.
Franklin Square Public Library
19 Lincoln Road
(516) 488-3444
Thursday Afternoon at the Movies will be every Thursday at 2 p.m. “The Great Debators” will be shown on Sept. 4. “Lions for Lambs” will be shown on Sept. 11. “27 Dresses” will be shown on Sept. 18. “August Rush” will be shown on Sept. 25. “The Bucket List” will be shown on Oct. 2.
Sunday Afternoon adult programs will start at 2 p.m. every Sunday. The first program will be on Oct. 19. Come to the library to hear the Paranormal Adventurers speak about Ghosts of Long Island Pirates and Shipwrecks.
A Halloween House program for kids in kindergarten through second grade will be on Monday, Oct. 27 at 4 p.m. Come decorate your house with spooky stickers.
Peninsula Counseling Center
73 S. Central Ave., Valley Stream (516) 872-9698
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. 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.
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. Julie Livingston, LCSW, conducts the program 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 by Peninsula Counseling Center, 124 Franklin Place, Woodmere. 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 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.
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.
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.
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.
