Agenda will be available online at www. lbeach.org.


City Council - meets twice each month. The next meeting will be held Sept. 19 on the sixth floor of City Hall. The agenda will be available online at www.longbeachny.org. The meeting will be preceded by a public worksession at 7 p.m.


Zoning Board - The next meeting is Sept. 21 at 8 p.m. in the sixth-floor meeting room of City Hall. The agenda will be available online at www.longbeachny.org or in the Building Department office in City Hall, 1 W. Chester St.


Library Board of Trustees - The next regular meeting is Sept. 20 at 8 p.m. in the library's second-floor meeting room. Agenda should be available online at www.longbeachlibrary.org.

At the library

111 West Park Avenue


Seated Tai Chi & Qi Qong - Although Tai Chi is traditionally practiced standing up, you can experience similar benefits,says workshop leader Juith Weitz. Tai Chi practiced in a chair will tone and stretch your muscles without putting stress on your knees, feet, thighs or back. It is a good form of exercise for everyone, regardless of age of fitness level. Please wear comfortable clothing. Weitz is a trained gestalt therapist with a focus on body awareness. Sept. 13, 20 & 27 at 10 a.m.


Blood Pressure Screening - Long Beach Medical Center's Gerri Moore will provide free blood pressure testing. Sept. 14 and Oct. 12 at 12-2 p.m.


High Hill Beach Lecture - Sponsored by the Long Beach Island Landmark Association. Around 1900, some enterprising vacationers established a small community at High Hill, erecting summer cottages and venturing across South Bay by ferry from Bellmore. A small hotel was constructed and by 1920, the community contained nearly 100 houses. Besides the seasonal commuters and life-saving station, the barrier island was home only to wildlife and heavy flora. Josh Soren, Jones Beach historian will present vintage postcards, photos and maps and a slide presentation of life in the turn-of-the-century resort community. Sept. 16 at 2 p.m.


Musical Revue - Here's a fresh musical about the King of Musicals, Cole Porter. This entertaining and fast-paced musical revue, which contains informative facts about Porter's life and career, features such classics as "Night and Day," "Love for Sate," "I Get a Kick Out of You," and "I love Paris." September 17 at 2 p.m.


Book Discussion - 'Saving Fish From Drowning', by Amy Tan. In this story about a tour gone wrong, Bibi Chen plans to lead a trip for 12 friends. Bibi dies but the group decides to go after all. The leader they choose is indecisive and epileptic, a dangerous combination. For more information, call Ms. Heft, Librarian, 432-7201.Sept. 19 at 7:30 p.m.


The DaVinci Code Disscussion - By popular demand, Father Donald Beckman of St. Ignatius Martyr R.C. Church and Father Robert Splittgerber of St. John's Lutheran Church by the Sea, will continue to answer many of the issues brought up in the movie and book, The DaVinci Code. Refreshments will be served at 7 p.m. September 20 at 7:30 p.m.


Slide Show - Join Mickey Maxwell Cohen, award-winning naturalist and marine educator as he takes us on a slide-illustrated walk along the beaches of Long Island. He'll tell us, among other things, about a defenseless sea-creature that steals deadly weapons from other organisms which it can then use for its own protection, about a lowly marine invertebrate that might hold in its genes secrets of the electronics industry in the future, and about an evolutionary ancestor of all backboned animals that still resides, out of sight, in our coastal waters. Bring along your favorite "seashore treasures" for an after-lecture identification session. Sept. 26 at 2 p.m.


Lecture on Love - The mysterious phenomena of love wells up powerful creative inspiration throughout the ages. Paul Jeffries will present a provocative exploration of themes such as the connection between love and sex, eternal love, beauty, the chemistry of attraction and the inventive ways in which lovers communicate their passion, as depicted in paintings, sculpture, stories and verse. Sculptor and computer artist Paul Jeffries graduated from the Accademia de Belle Arti de Roma and has exhibited internationally. Sept. 27 at 1:30 p.m.


Voting in Nassau County - Sponsored by the Long Beach League of Women Voters, this program will focus on the changes in voting methods under the Help America Vote Act (HAVA) and election law poll regulations. Sept. 27 at 7:30 p.m.


Avanti Society - Long Beach City Manager Edwin Eaton will discuss his future plans for the City-By-The-Sea. He will also take your questions. Oct. 5 at 7:30 p.m.


Candidates' Forum- Sponsored by the Long Beach League of Women Voters. Candidates running for the offices of State Senate, State Assembly and U.S. Congress will be invited to speak about the issues and answer your questions. Come one, come all. Oct. 11 at 7:30 p.m.


Book Discussion - The First Desire, by Nancy Reisman. Set in Buffalo, New York, from the late 1920's to 1950, this is a mesmerizing first novel that demonstrates the author's poetic understanding of family dynamics. Book will be available about three weeks in advance. For more information, call Ms. Heft, librarian at 432-7201. Oct. 17 at 7:30 p.m.

Reminders

Cast Calls for St. Ignatius - St. Ignatius Choral Society, Long Beach, welcomes voices in all sections as it continues rehearsals on works by Mozart and Berlioz. The Friday night rehearsals take place on the second floor of the Long Beach Catholic School, on West Broadway between Grand Boulevard and New York Avenue. Prior choral experience is helpful but not necessary. Here is an opportunity to continue singing throughout the summer months in an informal setting. Call 432-6668 for information.


Cast Calls for Long Beach Theatre Guild - Long Beach Theatre Guild will be holding auditions for its fall production of "Arsenic and Old Lace" at the Friedberg JCC, 310 National Boulevard. For moreinformation call 432-2600 or email lbtheatreguild@optonline.net. August 14 and 16 at 7:30 p.m. Come join Mortimer Brewster and his quirky family in this quaint comedy/thriller. Performances on October 21, 22 and November 4 and 5.


West End Neighbors Civic Association - Time and location to be announced.


West End Arts - Time and location to be annunced.


St. Mary's Holiday Fair - The event will take place at St. Mary's Parish Hall on East Park Avenue and Monroe Boulevard. Vendors wanted. For more information, please call 516-432-0157 ext. 10. November 26, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Volunteer!

The Auxiliary Police wants you. The Auxiliary Police of the City of Long Beach is seeking new members to join its group of professional men and woman dedicated to serving their community. For more information, please contact Commanding Officer Ken Novak at 516-431-6868.

Bargains

Thrift shop -

The thrift shop at Temple Beth-El in Long Beach announced its re-opening on April 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The shop will feature bargains galore of "slightly used but not abused" items at bargain prices. The thrift shop is located on the corner of Lindell Boulevard and West Walnut Street. For more information, call 432-1678.

Health

LBMC's Women's Empowerment Group can help victims take back control of their lives. Facilitated by a certified social worker, the group discussions include a variety of topics such as parenting skills, relationship issues and domestic violence. The group is bilingual. For more information, call 897-4301.


Nightwatch The Nightwatch Hotline in Long Beach offers crisis counseling and referral to callers from all over the area, free of charge. Hotline hours are Sunday-Thursday from 6-11 p.m., and Friday and Saturday from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. Call 889-2332.


Diabetes Club meets the third Monday each month at 7:30 p.m. in the Goldstein Auditorium at LBMC. Topics include nutritional management, medications, eye and foot care, exercise and more.


Anxiety and Depression screenings are offered for free at LBMC's Counseling Center. Wednesdays from 2 to 3 p.m. Includes an interview with a mental health professional. Pre-registration not required. Call 897-1270.


Nar-Anon is for those who have felt desperation concerning the drug addiction of someone near to them. Meetings are Thursdays at 7:45 p.m. at the I.P. United Methodist Church, 364 Long Beach Rd., Island Park.


Caring for someone with dementia? You are not alone. The JASA AZORS/HELP Social Adult Day program provides stimulating activities for adults over 60 who have been diagnosed with Alzheimer's or other types of dementia. Sessions are Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at locations in Long Beach and Oceanside. For more info, call 432-0570.


Bereavement Support On Thursdays from 2:30 to 3:30 P.M. in Conference Room C at Long Beach Medical Center. The Medical Center's Counseling Center will offer a weekly bereavement support group for individuals dealing with the death of a family member or loved one. This free support group is led by a mental health professional. For information, call 897-1270.


Food & Friendship Inn Soup Kitchen. Volunteers and donations are needed. Call Julie O'Neill at 889-7064.


The Long Beach Animal Shelter, at 770 Park Pl., welcomes volunteers for socializing with abandoned pets. Dog-walkers are welcome. There are dozens of cats and dogs eager to brighten your home and life. The shelter is open for extended adoption hours from 5 to 7:30 p.m., in addition to regular 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. hours.


JASA's Friendly Visitors program is seeking volunteers. If you are interested in sharing time with a senior citizen in his or her home, call Jolene Boden at 432-0570.


Volunteer for C.U.R.B. Volunteers are needed by Citizens United to Remove Barriers to help construct ramps for the disabled. Call 889-6579 for info.


We want you! If you served in the Armed Forces of the U.S., we want you to join the AMVETS Post 100, in Long Beach.Call Commander David Goodman at 431-9822, or Membership Chairman Omar Karom at 889-7516.

Senior Spotlight

Beginners meditation is held on Wednesdays, 2-3 p.m. at the Long Beach Senior/Community Center with Lisa Wisel. Wisel also conducts Dance/Movement Therapy on Wednesdays and Fridays 1-2 p.m. Call 431-3510 for more info.


P.A.C.E. Members of the Barry and Florence Friedberg JCC, 310 National Blvd. enjoy the benefits of music and dance through the P.A.C.E program. People with Arthritis Can Dance helps those with arthritis enjoy movement and helps alleviate stiffness. Lisa Wisel, MS, ADTR, CLM, a registered Dance/Movement therapist, leads the class.Every Tuesday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.


Fitness for older adults is every Friday at 9:05 a.m. at the Long Beach Public Library. Magda Rosenberg, exercise physiologist, conducts a series of physical fitness routines.


Bridge for Fun at the Long Beach Senior Community Services Center sponsored by JASA at 570 W. Walnut St. on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1-3 p.m. For information, call 432-5555.


Painting Class at the Long Beach Senior Center at 570 W. Walnut St. Thursdays from 1-3 p.m. Call 432-5555 for more information.