The Hempstead Town Board meets on Tuesday, Sept. 19 at 10:30 a.m. at Nathan Bennett Pavilion, One Washington St., Hempstead.


The Hempstead Zoning Board of Appeals meets on Wednesday, Sept. 20 at 9:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. at Nathan Bennett Pavilion, One Washington St., Hempstead.


School board meetings.


The Franklin Square School District Board of Education meets on Wednesday, Sept. 20 at 8 p.m. at Washington Street School, 760 Washington St., Franklin Square.


The Elmont School District Board of Education meets on Tuesday, Sept. 19 at 8 p.m. at Elmont Road School, 135 Elmont Rd., Elmont.


The Sewanhaka Central High School District Board of Education meets on Tuesday, Sept. 26 at Sewanhaka High School, 500 Tulip Ave., Floral Park.


Library board meetings.


Elmont Library Board of Trustees meet every last Thursday at 7:30 p.m. at the library, 1735 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont.


Franklin Square Library Board of Trustees meet the last Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the library, 19 Lincoln Rd., Franklin Square.

Special events

College Night on Sept. 19


The Sewanhaka Central High School District and thge Sewanhaka Central Council of PTAs are sponsoring College and Career Night on Tuesday, Sept. 19 at 7 p.m. at Elmont Memorial High School, 555 Ridge Rd., Elmont. Representatives from more than 115 colleges, universities, technical and business schools, military academies and the Armed Forces will be on hand to speak with students and parents.


Autumn craft sale.


An autumn craft sale is scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 24 from 8 a.m. to 2 :30 p.m. in the St. Boniface Church auditorium, 631 Elmont Rd., Elmont.


Vendors wanted.


Wesley United Methodist Church is seeking vendors for its flea market on Saturday, Sept. 23 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on church grounds, Fenworth Boulevard and Franklin Avenue in Franklin Square. The fee is $20 for space. For more information, call (516) 481-1797.


Model train and toy show.


A model train and toy show sponsored by St. Vincent dePaul Church is scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 29 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the church, 1510 dePaul St., Elmont. Cost of admission is $5. Child under 12 are free. For more information, call Frank DeOrio at (516) 352-2127.


Free flu shots for seniors.


The Franklin Square Elementary School District will offer free flu immunization shots for district senior citizens on Wednesday, Nov. 22 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Washington Street School, 760 Washington St., Franklin Square. Mandatory in-person registration will be on Tuesday, Oct. 3 through Thursday, Oct. 5 from 10 a.m. to noon. There wil be no out-of-pocket expense for this immunization, howveer if someone has Medicare or other insurance, the information must be suppled at registration.


May, the Irish Psychic


gives readings every Monday night at 6:30 at Billy Brady's Saloon, 677 Hempstead Tpke. in Franklin Square. For reservations, call (516) 485-2320.


Married, couples, singles


who are 55 and over are invited to an interactive workshop entitled "My Time Is Your Time" on the third Tuesday of every month at the Catholic Charities Franklin Square Senior Center, 619 Fenworth Blvd., Franklin Square. Network, share and enlighten your knowledge on all matters that concern you and your family.


Carey's Golden Anniversary.


H. Frank Carey High School celebrates its 50th anniversary with a full buffet dinner on Saturday, Nov. 25 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the school, 230 Poppy Ave., Franklin Square. Visit with old friends and teachers, with proceeds benefitting the Carey Alumni Association.The cost is $50 per person. For more information, contact Joyce Hupe at RONALDANDJOY@aol.com.


Mammograms Wednesdays.


Nassau University Medical Center offers mammography screenings the third Wednesday of every other month from 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. at St. Boniface Church, 631 Elmont Rd., Elmont. Women must be over 40, have proof of Nassau County residency and not pregnant or nursing. All health insurance is accepted and there is no charge for the service other than insurance coverage. Call (516) 354-0744 for an appointment Monday - Friday from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Bring your physician's name and address with you.


Grace United Methodist Church thrift shop is open every Monday and Thursday, and the second Saturday of the month, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The thrift shop is located at 21 South Franklin Ave. Call (516) 825-1182 for more info.

Library Events

Elmont Public Library


1735 Hempstead Turnpike


(516) 354-5280


Need career help?


Career Counselor Darren is available to help with your job search. Schedule an appointment with the Reference Department in person or by phone: (516) 354-5280 ext. 2. The Counselor offers day and evening appointments. Walk-ins are welcome, too. There is no fee for this service.


Cafe Time: Classic Legends.


A musical tribute to singers and entertainers like Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin , Elvis & Priscilla Presley, Connie Francis, Joni James and more on Friday, Sept. 15 at 12:30 p.m.


LI Heap and Wrap seminar.


Join Jodi Hollingswood from the Nassau County Department of Senior Citizens Affairs will discuss HEAP and WRAP for income-eligible apartment renters and homeowners. Come to the library learn more about both programs on Monday, Sept. 18 at 10 a.m.


Baby Boom, Baby Bust.


The baby boom generation is starting to retire! Are you ready? This class will review what you need to know about the (many hidden) costs of retirement, determine if you're saving enough, and what to do if you're not on Tuesday, Sept. 19 at 7 p.m..


Free flu shots for seniors.


Flu shots with no out of pocket cost to Seniors aged 60 and over provided by: Nassau County Department of Senior Citizen Affairs, Nassau County Department of Health, Nassau University Medical Center. Registration for Library card holders Sept. 28 from 10a.m.-noon.





Franklin Square Public Library


19 Lincoln Road


(516) 488-3444


Nature in the Bible


Art historian Louise Cella Caruso discusses fruits, flowers, and herbs in the Bible in a slide/lecture program on Wednesday, Oct. 4 at 2 p.m.


Putting the Garden to Bed.


After a strenuous cleanup, special attention must be paid to individual fragile plants, including fruit trees. There are also mechanical tasks which we must not forget, such as turning off water to the hoses and shutting down the sprinkler system. Learn more on Tuesday, Oct. 24 at 2 p.m. Waking up the garden will be discussed in a program to be held early next year.