Village Board of Trustees Briefing
June 4, 7 p.m., Village Hall.
Village Elections
June 16, 6 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting
June 24, 8 p.m., Village Hall.
Community events
Mobile Town Hall
The Town of Hempstead's Mobile Town Hall will be parked on Front Street on June 6 from 10 a.m. to noon, across the street from the Long Island Rail Road station. Call (516) 812-3200 for more information.
Charity 3-Point Contest
June 6 at 4 p.m. at the Rec Center outdoor tennis courts (if rain, same day, but at 6:30 p.m., inside the Rec). $5 to participate. All proceeds will go to the Children's Brittle Bone Foundation. Contact BPM523@ aim.com or call (516) 376-9338 for more information.
Book signing
The public is invited to a book signing in the nursery of Sportset, 40 Maple Ave. on June 13 at 9:30 a.m. with Eve B. Feldman , a children's author who lives in Rockville Centre. Her new book, “Billy and Milly,Short and Silly” will be released on June 11.
Victorian Tea & Boutique
June 14 at 12:30 p.m,. hosted by The United Methodist Women (UMW) of Saint Mark’s United Methodist Church,, 200 Hempstead Ave.Karen Strauss will play her harp throughout the tea. The boutique will feature handcrafted items made by the UMW Craft Group. Visitors are welcome to come at least 15 minutes before tea time to browse and shop around.Reservations only. Ticket donation: Adults: $25, Seniors: $22, Children under 12: $13.As seating is limited, call the church office at (516) 766-2080 or e-mail stmarksrvc@gmail.com. to make
reservations.
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 5
Rhyme Time
10 a.m. Participate in a morning of special fun designed specifically for babies 4-14 months of age and their parent or caregiver. Participants should register in advance in the Children’s Room.
Exploring Opera: The Elixir of Love
1 p.m. Join Bernie Mann for an afternoon spent exploring the master operatic work “The Elixir of Love.”
June 8
Simply Stronger Exercise Class
11:30 a.m. Marilyn Bunger leads this popular low impact exercise class. All participants must be registered for Session II. There is a $10 fee for this class payable at registration.
June 9
Yoga with Joe
1 p.m. LIyengar 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.
Evening Books with Edna Ritzenberg
7:30 p.m. The discussion will feature “The Guernsey Literary” and “Potato Peel Society” by Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows.
June 10
Marc Chagall and His Loves
1 p.m. Maxine Metzger presents a pictorial biography Chagall’s life exploring his passionate relationships with art, religion and women as depicted in his most significant
artistic achievements.
June 11
Parent/Child Workshop
9:30 a.m. A morning of play and learning for children ages 14-35 months and their parents/caregivers. Siblings up to age five are welcome. Participants must pre-register in the Children’s Room..
Mother Goose
11 a.m. Designed for children ages 15-35 months along with their parents/caregivers who have previously participated in Parent/Child Workshop. Participants must pre-register in the Children’s Room.
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 & 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
Installation of New Club Officers
June 5, 2 p.m..
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 on a range of Social Work services such as housing and transportation as well as individual 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.
