On the board
Zoning Board of Appeals will meet in the Court Room of Village Hall, One College Place.
Wednesday, Dec. 13: 8:15 PM
Board of Trustees will meet in the Mayor's Office at Village Hall, One College Place.
Monday, Nov. 27: 8:15 PM
School Board of Trustees will meet in Room 112 at South Side High School, 140 Shepherd Street.
Tuesday, Dec. 19: 8:30 PM
At the colleges
Hofstra University
Hempstead, NY 11549
(516) 463-6818
"No Easy Walk to Freedom,"a full-length opera based on the life of South African President Nelson Mandella by composer Chandler carter, will receive its world premier at the John Cranford Adams Playhouse. The fully-staged performance features a cast of seven singers, dancers and a chamber orchestra. Tickets are $15. Call the Hofstra Cultural Arts Center at 463-5669.
Friday, Nov. 17: 8 PM
The John Pizzarelli Trio, featuring Ray Kennedy (piano) and Martin Pizzarelli (bass), will perform two concerts at to benefit the Hofstra Marching Band Scholarship Fund. The shows will take place at the John Cranford Adams Playhouse. Tickets are $28. For more information call the Hofstra box office at 463-6644.
Sunday, Nov. 26: 2PM and 6 PM
At the Hospitals
Mercy Medical Center
1000 North Village Avenue
(516) 705-1021
Blood drive. In order to help alleviate the current blood shortage on Long island, Mercy Medical Center will be holding and emergency blood drive in the Staff Education Classrooms, located in the basement of the St. Anne's Center. Any healthy individual over 110 pounds and between the ages of 17 and 76 may donate blood. Donors should have eaten and should bring reading glasses and ID. To register, please call chairperson Rita O'Keefe at 705-2068.
Monday, Nov. 20: 7 AM to 4:45 PM
Free flu shots for seniors. Mercy Medical Center will provide free influenza vaccinations for seniors 60 and over. Pre-registration by phone is required. Reservations will be taken through November 3, between the hours of 9 AM and 4 PM. Please call 705-1392.
Thursday, Nov. 30: 10 AM to 6 PM
At the Rec Center
111 North Oceanside Road
(516) 678-9338/9339
Registration for fall programs at the Center.
Ongoing
Holiday crafts fair and flea market. Sponsored by the Rockville Centre Parks and Recreation Department. There will be a huge assortment of merchandise for your shopping pleasure. Plenty of free parking and free admission. Call Joe Nemeth at 678-9338 for information.
Sunday, Dec. 3: 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Arts, Music & Theater
Premier. "A World of Wonder and Serenity," an exhibition of the images of photographer George Mallis, at Art Studio, 132 North Park Avenue. The exhibition will be displayed through Dec. 18.
Saturday, Nov. 18: 7 PM to 9 PM
The Rockville Centre Choral Society is performing its winter concert at the St. James United Methodist Church in Lynbrook. The choral society has performed at many village functions, as well as local senior centers and houses of worship in surrounding communities.
Saturday, Dec. 2: 8 PM
Family Fun Gala. The RVC Education Foundation presents "Broadway Showstoppers" at the South Side Middle School, located at 67 Hillside Ave. Enjoy the pre-show gala event with entertainment and prizes for the family. Refreshments will be served. View displays from past grants from the Education Foundation. Tickets are $5. For ticket information, call Vivian Lewandowski at 536-2646.
Saturday, Dec. 2: 6:30 PM
At the Libraries
RVC Public Library
221 No. Village Avenue
(516) 766-6257
Stained glass exhibit. Stained glass artist Bill Hergenrother will display his work at the Rockville Centre Public Library. A recently retired engineer, Mr. Hengenrother's retirement afforded him the opportunity to pursue his long interest in stained glass art.
Throughout November
International Adoption Seminar. Sponsored by New Beginnings Family and Children's Services. Featuring a panel of adoptive families and their children. For information call 747-2204.
Thursday, Nov. 9: 7 PM to 9 PM
Film Times have been changed, from Fridays at 11 AM to Fridays at 1 PM, due to numerous requests.
Snow Falling on Cedars, November 10; Topsy Turvy, Dec. 15: 1 PM
Computer fundamentals.The Rockville Centre Public Library is currently registering residents of the RVC School. A desktop publishing segment will offer instruction on using a digital camera, scanner and graphics programs. A $50 non-refundable fee is required and registration is limited.
Tuesdays: November 21 and December 5, 12 and 19: 6 PM to 9 PM
"The Tigger Movie," a film for the kids, will be shown at the library.
Friday, Nov. 24: 2 PM
Oragami class. Need a holiday gift, or just want to have fun? Spend the afternoon folding paper to make oragami picture frames. You may bring in a 4 x 6 photo with you and frame it at the program. No fee. Sign up at the Adult Reference Desk.
Saturday, Dec. 2: 1 PM
Oceanside Library
30 Davison Avenue
(516) 766-2360
Chess Tournament. Chess Master Joel Salmon will conduct four timed matches for players in the Junior Division (grades 3-through-6) and the Senior Division (grade 7-through-adult). Trophies and prizes will be given. The fee is $3. Pre-registration required.
Sunday, Nov. 19: 1 PM
Community events
Just Wee Too, registration for the three-year-old program at St. Mark's Cooperative Nursery School.
Friday, Nov. 17
Fall fair. Members of the United Church of Rockville Centre, located at 430 Morris Avenue, have announced their annual fall fair. The event will include Mickey's homemade jellies,beanie babies baked goods, homemade soups and holiday crafts from Granny's Attic. Come and make the fall fair a success.
Saturday, Nov. 18: 9 AM - 3 PM
Open registration for St. Mark's Cooperative Nursery School's three-year-old program. Registration can be done over the phone. Call Florence Pappas at 594-3317.
Friday, Dec. 1
The Rockville Centre Chapter of The Compassionate Friends, an international self-help support group for families grieving the death of a child, will join together in lighting candles at Robert E. Purick Pocket Park, on the corner of Merrick Avenue and West Loines Ave., in Merrick. The worldwide candle lighting event brings tens of thousands of families, united in grief, together on the second Sunday in December.
Sunday, Dec. 10: 7 PM
Spotlight on Seniors
Sandel Senior Center
50 South Park Avenue
(516) 678-9350
Party bridge.The Senior Center opens its doors each Monday for exciting games of bridge. No partner is required. Meet fellow bridge players and have a great time.
Mondays: 7:30 PM
Golf instruction is given weekly. Learn how to better your golf swing, putting, chipping and pitching.
Tuesdays & Thursdays: 9-11 AM
