30 Davison Ave.
Adult/Teenage Jewelry Workshop:
Summer Ankle Bracelet
On June 11 at 7 p.m. create a
dazzling ankle bracelet using a colorful selection of gemstones including coral and Caribbean-blue turquoise. Registration required. Materials fee: $5 per person.
From Victoria R. to Jackie O.: 109 Years of Adornment Certified fine arts appraiser Jessica Ley explores the sparkling history of antique and costume jewelry, from Queen Victoria to the sizzling 1960s. The first 20 participants will receive an appraisal of one piece of jewelry on June 16 at 2 p.m.
Current issues
Political commentator Barbara Krupit leads this lively and informative discussion of today’s headline news stories on June 17 from 1:30 to 3 p.m.
Creative Writing Workshop:
Discovering the Writer Within
Professor Barbara Novack invites writers of all levels to stretch their creativity in this monthly workshop on June 17 at 7 p.m.
Job/Career Changes Over 50
Certified career coach Stan Broitman gives job seekers strategies to either change their careers or locate a new job on June 23 from 6:45 to 8:45 p.m. Participants must bring a copy of their resume and registration required.
Island Park
Library
176 Long Beach Rd.
432-0122
Movies
All movies start at 2 p.m.
June 12 - Chance Harvey
June 19 - Valkyrie
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 June 11 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 June 11. Come sing, dance and get moving with nursery rhymes, books, music, dancing, parades and more.
Father's Day Craft
For ages 3 to 5. Make your Dad the lucky recipient of your hand-made gift on June 17 from 4 to 5 p.m.
Father's Day Craft
For ages 6 to 10. Make your Dad the lucky recipient of your hand-made gift on June 18 from 4 to 5 p.m.
Special
Events
Summer Gazebo Readings in O’side
Head to the Schoolhouse Green on Foxhurst Road at 7 p.m. on June 15 for the Summer Gazebo Reading, which features Florence Gatto, Tom Phelan, Max Wheat and Judy Turek. For more information, call Tony Iovino at 459-3262.
Kosher Komedy
Kenny Gluck presents Kosher Komedy at 10 p.m. on June 6 and 10:15 p.m. on June 27 at King David Restaurant, 550 Central Avenue in Cedarhurst. Tickets are $25.00 at the door with a two beverage minimum per person. For reservations and more information call 983-7654.
Island Park Car Wash
The Island Park United Methodist Church, 364 Long Beach Rd. in Island Park, will host a car wash June 13 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information call 431-1983.
Blessing of bikes and boards
The Saint James Episcopal Church is hosting a service to bless bicycles, surfboards and skateboards and everyone who rides them at 11 a.m. on June 13 at the Long Beach Boardwalk Magnolia Boulevard intersection.
NY Blood Center “Hike for Life”
Meet Zachary Zagorski, Oceanside teen, that won the Long Island Spelling Bee at the 32-mile hike on June 14 at 6:30 a.m. from Heckscher State Park. The 11-mile hike begins at the Greenbelt office in Blydenburgh County Park at 1:30 p.m. and the three mile family hike begins at 4 p.m. in Sunken Meadow. Registration is $10 per hiker and inlcudes a goodie bag and t-shirt. For more information visit www.ligreenbelt.org and click “Hike for Life” in the main menu.
Oceanside Chamber of Commerce
The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce welcomes members and prospective members to a lunch meeting with guest speaker Nassau County Clerk Maureen O’Connell on services the clerk’s office can provide for your business at 1 p.m. June 18 at the Alias Smith and Jones Restaurant 2863 Woods Ave. in Oceanside. For more information, call Gail Carlin at 377-5371.
End the Diet Madness
Discuss why dieting is not a sustainable and healthy solution to weight loss, and steps to take towards lasting success on June 18 at 7 p.m. at South Shore Fitness, 3465 Lawson Blvd. in Oceanside. For more information call 594-9014.
Jimi Gubelli 5K Walk/Run
The Island Park Civic Association is hosting the 1st Annual Jimi Gubelli - 5K Walk/Run on June 27 to benefit the Jimi Gubelli College Scholarship Award. The event takes place at Masone Beach in Island Park at 10 a.m., check-in from 7:30 to 9 a.m. Pre-registration, before June 17, costs $25, after that date, $30. For information call Anthony D’Esposito: 695-3646 or Rich Colon, 315-0636 or e-mail jimigubellifndn@aol.com.
Blood Drive at Temple Avodah
Donate blood this summer at Temple Avodah, 3050 Oceanside Rd. in Oceanside, on July 14 between 4:30 and 8:30 p.m. The drive is held in the Rudich Building and donors must bring a valid photo ID. For more information, call 766-6809.
Temple Avodah Renaissance Club
The Renaissance Club, which is open to all Temple members age 55 and over, is hosting its annual picnic dinner on June 23 from 6 to 9 p.m. Bring something to share that will feed 8-10 hungry people, a main dish of chicken will be supplied. Call the Temple office, 766-6809, and leave a message for Shirley, Minna or Rose so they will know what you will be bringing.
JCC
Barry and Florence Friedberg JCC
15 Neil Ct., Oceanside
766-4341
“Crazy for You”
Register by June 20 to see “Crazy for You” at the John W. Engeman Theater on July 26, cost is $132 per ticket. The event starts with a Living History Tour at the Vanderbilt Mansion where actors play the roles of the Vanderbilt family and their famous guest. Then, stops for a three-course luncheon before heading to the new John W. Engeman Theater for the Gershwin Musical “Crazy for You.” Luxury coach bus transportation also included. For more information, call 766-4341.
Adam Sherman
Golf & Tennis Classic
Registration begins June 29 at 10:30 a.m. at Woodcrest Golf Club, 225 Muttontown Eastwoods Road in Syosset, for the event, held in memory of Adam Sherman whose life was cut short by cancer. The event benefits South Huntington Jewish Center & Sunrise Day Camp, the only dedicated day camp in the nation, which is offered free of charge, for children with cancer and their siblings. For more information call Bruce Sherman at 528-6464.
Check out Atlantic City
Register in advance for the July 20 trip to Bally’s Hotel and Casino in Atlantic City as we try our luck in the casinos along the beautiful boardwalk. Tickets are $57 and include a bagel breakfast, givebacks from the casino (usually cash $12-$18), movies, lucky buck raffles and more. You must register in advance. Call Deb Rosen, 766-4341, ext. 129.
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.
July 9: The Psychology & Physiology of Chocolate
July 16: The History of Jewish Music with Doug Leblang
July 23: Talmud Baseball presented in conjunction with our Cultural Arts Department ($6 for those not Adult Connections members)
