Village Board of Trustees
Organizational Meeting
July 6, 8:15 p.m., Village Hall
Zoning Board of Appeals
July 15, 8 p.m., Village Hall
Planning Board Meeting
July 21, 7 p.m. Village Hall
Community events
Leggz Ltd. Nutcracker Ballet dance auditions
On July 9 classically trained males and females ages 7-adult, are invited to try out for the full length "Nutcracker Ballet" with the South Shore Symphony Orchestra. Pay for professional principal performers. 222 Sunrise Highway. Call (516) 766-7171 for an appointment. $15 audition fee.
RVC Catholic Singles and OLBS Singles events:
July 18, 7:30 p.m. Italian Dining - Villa Rustica, 73-28 Bell Blvd., Bayside. RSVP: Maria-Elena (718) 570-4141 by July 15.
July 26. Meet 1 p.m. for an afternoon walk around Kissena Park and corridor. Meet at the Kissena Park entrance at 164th St.and Underhill Avenue. For information and to RSVP, call Ray K. - (516) 561-6994 by
July 25
Aug. 1 at 6:30 p.m. An evening at Jones Beach. Meet at the flagpole at the Central Mall. For information, call Maurice at (516) 887-2342 (before 10 p.m.) Inclement weather cancels.
At the Library
221 N. Village Ave.
(516) 766-6257
Through the month of June, the following art will be featured:Upper Concourse Gallery-paintings by Lil Reznicek. Display Cases-Children's Department Summer Reading Display. The Helen Kraus Community Room Galleries-Pedro Charvac.
This week at your library:
June 25
Prostate Health with Memorial Sloan-Kettering
1 p.m. Doctors from Memorial Sloan-Kettering's Cancer Center will be on hand to discuss the latest treatment and preventive care.
June 26
Friday Films
2 p.m. This week's film is "Happy Go Lucky" (2008), directed by Mike Leigh and starring Sandy Hawkins and Elliot Cowan. A look at a few chapters in the life of Poppy, a cheery, colorful North London school teacher whose optimism tends to exasperate those around her. This film is rated R for language,
116 minutes.
June 29
Monday Mysteries
Noon, join Eileen McCarthy in discussing "Mark of the Lion" by Suzanne Arruda.
June 30
Yoga with Joe
1 p.m. Lyengar yoga instructor Joe Cilmi will be on hand to lead students through this popular exercise class. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a soft towel or yoga mat. Participants must be registered and pay a non-refundable $10 participation fee (six classes) at the Adult Reference Desk. You must be registered to attend classes.
Mother/Daughter Book Discussion
7:30 p.m. Come and join in the discussion of Johanna Hurwitz's book Faraway Summer. Refreshments will be served and the talk is sure to be lively. For girls and their Moms in grades 4 and 5. Please register in the Children's Room.
July 1
Simply Stronger Exercise
9:15 a.m. Join certified fitness instructor Marilyn Bunger for this popular class. You must be registered to attend. There is a $10 per six week session fee payable at registration.
At the
Rec Center
111 N. Oceanside Road
(516) 678-9339
Summer Nursery School and Summer Playground programs
Registration for Summer Nursery School began in March for children who enter Kindergarten in Sept. 2009 and 2010. Registration for Summer Playground and Summer Rec. Programs began March 9 for children in grades 1-8 in Sept. 2009. Detailed flyers are available at the Rec.Center office. Registration for Summer Nursery School, Summer Playground and Summer Rec. programs begin March 9 and will continue Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. as long as openings exist. Summer Playground for students in grades 1-6 and Summer Rec. for students 7-8 (in Sept. 2009) offered at the Rec. Center, Hewitt and Wilson schools. Staffed by trained recreation personnel, they meet Monday-Friday 9 a.m-noon from July 1 through Aug. 6. Daily activities include athletics, arts and crafts, games and special events. Afternoon trips include a Mets game and Splish Splash for middle schoolers.
Summer Nursery School Program
Pre-K: Entering kindergarten Sept. 2009 (birthdates 12/1/03-11/30/04) Monday-Friday
Pre-Pre K: Entering kindergarten Sept. 2010 (birthdates 12/1/04-11/30/05) Monday-Thursday
Bring your child's birth certificate or other proof of age. Summer Nursery meets from 9-11:30 a.m. from June 29 to Aug. 7.
Men's and Women's Softball
The Recreation Dept. currently has Spring Softball information for men's teams. Check with the Rec. Dept. office for information for Summer Softball for men and women.
Summer Basketball League
Information for Summer Basketball Leagues for youth and adults run by the Recreation Dept.will be available mid-March. Completed rosters must be accompanied by a registration fee. Call Joe Nemeth for information.
Summer Sports schools
Check out the sports schools at the Rec.: Bob Hirschfield's RVC Baseball School, Shooting Star's Lacrosse School, Game 7's Basketball School and the Rec's Ultimate Gymnastics School. Register early to secure you child's place in these very popular, professionally-run instructional programs.
2009-10 Nursery School
Designed to meet the needs of the community, the Rec center is again offering its nursery school programs that have operated continuously for 47 years. Prospective students may visit with their parents. Call the Rec. Dept. office at (516) 678-9339 to make arrangements.
Eligibility: Pre K- for those entering kindergarten in Sept. 2010. Pre-Pre K for those entering kindergarten in Sept. 2011. Class offerings: PreK I classes 9-11:20 a.m. (5 days per week) ; PreK II classes 12:15-2:45 pm. (3 days per week); Pre-Pre K I classes 9-11:30 a.m. (4 days per week): Pre-Pre K II classes 12:15 p.m.-2:45 p.m. (2 days per week). Registration is now being accepted for residents and non-residents. Openings are limited.
At the
Sandel Center
Leonard Sandel Senior Center
50 South Park Ave.
(516) 678-9350
Any RVC senior 60 years or older is encouraged to find out about the programs and services offered. A staff member will be happy to discuss membership with you.
During June, the recent stone carvings of senior sculptor Marcia Wolfson will be on display at the center. The public is invited to an artist's reception and discussion on June 23 at 11 a.m. Refreshments will be served.
Special events
Center Stage Performance and Luncheon
June 24, noon. After lunch the members of the Center Stage Chorus will perform. $5 pp. ($6 at the door)
Trips
Camelot
at the Milleridge Cottage, June17. A musical classic and lunch. Tickets are $48 pp.
Belmont Raceway:
July 16 includes lunch and transportation. $39 pp. No shorts or blue jeans, please.
Lady Liberty Cruise
Aug. 19. Enjoy a magnificent day on the water. Lunch and open bar included $72 pp.
Ongoing
Tuesday Topics
This weekly series features speakers on a variety of topics. Call for the current schedule.
Sandel Senior Men's Club
The club meets the first and third Tuesday of every month at 10 a.m. for breakfast and business. At 11 am, when available, guest speakers discuss topics of interest to men.
Social Work Services
Social Work supervisor Wendy Weinstock, MSW, is available for private consultation and group counseling. Call Wendy at (516) 536-1162 for an appointment.
Deadline for calendar
submissions is on Friday prior to publication. Submissions may be
e-mailed to: RVCeditor@liherald.com.
