766-2360
Astronomy for everyone: Size and scale of the universe
Astrophysicist and former NASA consultant, Kevin Manning, introduces the infinite wonders of the universe using a high-powered telescope, weather permitting. Registration required, April 30 at 7pm.
Mother/Daughter jewelry craft: Gemstone pendant necklace
Just in time for Mother's Day, moms and their daughters create a stunning necklace using a single, large gemstone piece along with an array of gemstone, glass, and metal beads. Registration required for May 5 event at 7p.m. Materials fee: $11 per
person.
Art Lecture: Picturing America
Art Lecturer Thomas Germano provides a visual tour of the Oceanside Library's new, permanent art collection filled with powerful, American-inspired themes on May 6 at 2p.m.
Book discussion
Join Randi Kreiss at 2 p.m. on May 12 for a discussion about the book Out Stealing Horses, by Per Petterson.
Container gardening
Oceanside Garden Club member and Master Gardener, Roellyn Armstrong, shows how to start a special little garden using an appropriate selection of containers and hearty plants on May 12 at 7p.m.
New York: The World in a City
Travel all over the world on May 13 at 2 p.m. with Pat Sommerstad by savoring the flavorful cuisine and diverse culture in your favorite city. Registration required.
Concert: The Korean "Idol"
Winners Performance
Soh Young and Friends return May 17 at 2 p.m. to feature the multi-talented champions of the International 2007 Korean Idol awards, including Oceansider Danielle Reed. Tickets required.
Computer darkroom workshop
On May 20 experienced computer users will learn how to download, retouch, and manipulate digital photographs using common applications such as MS WORD. Two workshops will be held, one from 10 to 11:30 a.m. the other from 7 to 8:30 p.m. There is a $10 fee and users should bring a digital camera and USB cable to class.
Island Park
Library
176 Long Beach Rd.
432-0122
Movies
All movies start at 2 p.m.
May 5- Frost / Nixon
May 8- Slumdog Millionaire
May 15- The Reader
May 16- Tale of Despereaux
Children's Day Festivale
The Children's Day Festivale (El Dia de los Ninos) on May 2 from 1 to 4 p.m. will include: Milagros Art Exhibit - create art pieces and display as a mural, folk art/ animal figurines, masks, performing artists, bilingual storytellers, music, dance, craft tables and food.
Simply stronger
Certified personal trainer Marilyn Bunger will teach a low-impact exercise class on May 6 from 10:15 to 11 a.m. Please bring hand weights, soup cans or 16 oz. water bottles. Register at the Circulation Desk.
Mother's Day craft
For Ages 3 to 5, remember Mom by creating a special gift just for her from 4 to 5 p.m. on May 6.
Toddler Time
Join Ms. Meghan and Mrs. N for a half hour of free play followed by music, finger plays, stories, rhymes and a simple craft for ages 2 to 5 on May 7 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Mother's Day craft
For Ages 6 to 10, remember Mom by creating a special gift just for her from 4 to 5 p.m. on May 7.
Child Identification Program
The Island Park Civic Association is sponsoring a second Child Identification program. You will receive a digital photograph and fingerprints on a CD resource and an ID card from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on May 9.
Etched Mirror Craft
Create a beautiful etched mirror project with or without flowers on May 12 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Material cost is $12, payable at registration. Limited to 15 participants. Register at the
Circulation Desk.
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 May 14 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 May 14. Come sing, dance and get moving with nursery rhymes, books, music, dancing, parades and more.
Special Events
Spring Auction
The Oceanside Lutheran Church, 55 Fairview Ave, is hosting its spring auction on May 1. More than 100 items are being auctioned along with special raffle items. The $5 admission fee includes two envelopes with five tickets each, coffee and cake. Doors open at 6:30pm, Drawings start at 7:30pm. For more information call 766-0136.
Bereavement support
COPE, a grief and healing organization dedicated to supporting parents and families living with the loss of a child, holds free monthly support groups meetings on the first Wednesday of every month for parents on the South Shore at the Oceanside Jewish Center. The next meeting will be held from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. on May 6. COPE also plans to start up sibling support groups on Long Island. For more information call Executive Director Karen Flyer at
484-4993.
Community Yard Sale
Oceanside Kiwanis is sponsoring a Community Yard Sale on May 16, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the Schoolhouse Green off Foxhurst Road. Starting at 7 a.m., rent a space on the green for $20, which will be used to help send kids in need to Kamp Kiwanis this summer. For more information, visit www.schoolhousegreen.org or call 536-2200. The event's rain date is May 17.
JCC
Barry and Florence Friedberg JCC
15 Neil Ct., Oceanside
766-4341
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.
May 7: President of the Oceanside Civic Association, Ray Pagano; Oceanside School Superintendent, Dr. Herb Brown; and Assistant School Superintendent, Louis Frontario, present a Q&A about the upcoming school budget. Refreshments will be served.
May 14: My Big Fat Greek Night at the JCC. Celebrate the wonderful country of Greece and the Jewish way of life as Liz Ropers presents, "The History of Jews in Greece." Dinner, which will be a spread of Greek foods, is an additional $15 per person. Registration closes May 10.
May 21: The New York World's Fair: Slide show and presentation at 7:30 pm in the auditorium; non-club members may attend for $6.
A Loaf of Bread,
a Jug of Wine and You
In Jewish life, food plays an important role in family and holiday traditions - it often triggers cherished memories and helps connect us with our loved ones. In this workshop on May 6 at 7:30 p.m., share stories and memories revolving around food traditions in our lives, and make your own memories as we sip some wine and prepare dough for individual challah to take home. Registration required. There is a $12 fee. For more information call 766-4341 ext. 114.
The Jazz Connection
Join Jazz musician Joe Dubs and members of his group, the Jazz Connection, on May 14 at 12:45 p.m. as they entertain and introduce audience members to the basics of Jazz. They will play popular pieces from the 30's and 40's, and discuss how different instruments, chord structures, and artist styles change the feel of the music and your appreciation of it. Cost $2 per person. For information call 766-4341.
