March 12, 7 p.m.., Village Hall.
Special Hearing on AvalonBay's IDA application March 13, 9:30 a.m., Rockville Centre Public Library.
Village Board of Trustees Meeting
March 16, 8:15 p.m., Village Hall.
Planning Board Meeting
March 17, 7 p.m.,. Village Hall
Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting
March 25, 8 p.m. Village Hall.
Board of Education Meeting March 26, 8:30 p.m., SSHS.
Community events
Used book sale
The Friends of the Rockville Centre Public Library is holding its annual used book sale. A huge selection of gently-used books will be available for all ages. The sale is being held in the large meeting room in the lower level at the Library through March 15. Sale hours are Monday-Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. All proceeds will directly benefit the Library. Interested volunteers can call (516) 678-2469.
Beauty and the Beast
Sacred Heart Academy presents Disney's Beauty and the Beast on March 13 and 14 at 7 p.m. Tickets are available for $10 for advanced sales and $15 at the door. Performances will be held at Sacred Heart Theatre, 47 Cathedral Avenue, Hempstead. For information and reserved seating, call (516) 483-7383.
Central Synagogue of
Nassau County,
430 DeMott Ave.,invites the community to a free lecture on March 14 when Rabbi Capers C. Funnye Jr., Chief Rabbi of an Ethiopian Hebrew congregation in Chicago visits to present "Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel: Marching for Social Justice." These two men, a reverend and a rabbi, forged a devoted friendship based on their civil rights activities in the 1960s. Their belief that those activities expressed fundamental values of their religions was a binding force. Rabbi Funnye will be a guest at services starting at 9:30 a.m., refreshments will be served at 10:30 and the lecture starts at 11 a.m. The community is invited to all or part of the morning's events. RSVP to the temple office at (516) 766-4300.
Jack and the Beanstalk
St. Mark's Nursery School will have the Broadhollow Theater Production Company perform Jack and the Beanstalk in the St. Mark's gym on March 15 at 3:30. Tickets are $15 each. For ticket sales or for more information, call Jeannie Evans at (516) 678-6668.
Famous and Infamous Trials of the 15th-20th Centuries
Historical, religious and contemporary perspectives presented by Molloy College faculty - Salem Witchcraft, Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette, Susan B. Anthony, Leo Frank, March 15, 3 p.m. Hays Theatre, Wilbur Arts Center, Molloy College. Presented by the college's Institute for Interfaith Dialogue and the NY Council for the Humanities.
The Fortnightly Club
presents a forum program with with guest speaker Sean Fanelli, president of Nassau Community College.The meeting will begin at 1:30 p.m, followed by the forum and a tea hour at St. Mark's on March 17.
St Baldrick's Fundraiser
To benefit and support research and children with cancer, the community is invited to participate in the 5th annual head shaving event after the RVC St. Pat's Parade on March 21 from 1:30 - 5:30 p.m. at the St. Agnes Parish Center.
Concert
The Rockville Centre Guild for the Arts presents the South Shore Symphony, under the direction of Scott Jackson Wiley, playing Beethoven's Third Symphony "Eroica" and Bizet's Symphony in C. March 21, 8 p.m. at South Side Middle School. Students are free; $15/adults, $12/seniors and Guild members. Tickets are available at the door or at www.SSSymphony.org.
Craft Fair and Flea Market
The John A. Anderson Recreation Center, 111 N. Oceanside Road, will be the site of the Rockville Centre Parks and Recreation Department's Annual Spring Craft Fair and Flea Market on March 22. There will be a large assortment of merchandise. The fair will be open from 9:30 a.m to 4 p.m. with plenty of free parking. Admission is free. For more information, call Joe Nemeth at (516) 678-9338.
The Pirates of Penzance
The St. Agnes Cathedral School Drama Club presents an evening of laughter and song with the Gilbert and Sullivan classic. Performances are scheduled for March 26, 27 and 28 at 7:30 p.m .in the Monsignor Melton Auditorium on Clinton Avenue. Reserved tickets are $8.For more information, call (516) 678-5550.
Flea Market
The Sandel Senior Center, 50 S. Park Ave. will hold its Flea Market and Giant Book Sale on April 4 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This is an opportunity to pick up something special at bargain rates. For further information, call (516) 678-9245.
Ongoing events
Compassionate Friends -
A support group for bereaved parents and siblings, meets at Molloy in the Wilbur Arts Building the second Friday of every month at 8 p.m. Call (516) 766-4682 for more
information.
Newcomers' Club -
invites residents, old and new, to join. The club organizes a wide variety of social events throughout the year to bring friends and neighbors together. Join today and start enjoying all that our community has to offer ladies, couples and families alike. For membership information contact Debra McCarthy at (516) 764-0404 or Cristie Favata at (516) 665-2200, or visit www.rvcnewcomersclub.com.
RVC Homemakers -
The Rockville Centre Chapter of Homemakers meets every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the John A. Anderson Recreation Center, 111 N. Oceanside Rd., Come and join them if you are interested in making new friends, community service projects, cooking, crafts, needlework or sewing classes. For more information, call
(516) 379-9857.
RVC Businessmen's and women's Bowling League.
Businesses, women's groups, restaurant and bar teams welcome. Four bowlers per team. Cash prizes, excitement, cool fun. Call Dave at (516) 448-4416.
Rockville Centre
Historical Society:
Phillips House invites one and all to enjoy the village's historic house and its memorabilia. The house, at 28 Hempstead Ave., is open Saturday and Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m. or by appointment for groups.
For more information call
(516) 764-7459.
Lavender League
The Long Island Pride Sports Association announces the 12th season of the Lavender League, Long Island's only co-ed softball league serving the Gay Lesbian Bisexual and Transgendered (GLBT) communities. All ages (18+) and skill levels are welcomed and encouraged. Practice begins in April, and games begin in May. In addition to players, the league is searching for team sponsors. For additional information and to find a team near you, contact LIPSA softball coordinators Ryan Lucas or Tami Francis by phone at (631)559-4865 or at lipsasoftball@yahoo.com
At the Library
221 N. Village Ave.
(516) 766-6257
Through the month of March the following art will be featured through the month of March. In the Lower Concourse Gallery: paintings by Louise Weck. In the Upper Concourse Gallery portraits by Marie McDermott. In the Display Cases: Irish Poems, Proverbs, Blessings and Toasts -Celebrating the Irish. And in the Upper Concourse Gallery: the pen and ink work of Diane Norman.
This week:
March is membership month and the library invites the community to join Friends of the Library and support the local library. See library flyers for details.
March 16
Simply Stronger Exercise
11:30 a.m. Join certified fitness instructor Marilyn Bunger for this popular low impact exercise class. Dress in comfortable clothing and bring two unopened soup cans, water bottles or hand weights to class.
Art Lecture:
Louise Cella Caruso presents Tamara De Lempicka 1 p.m. Join us for insights on this 20th century portrait painter whose art is a fusion of sculptural hyperrealism and classical painting. De Lempicka was an icon of the Jazz Age in NYC and of the Art-Deco movement.
March 17
Yoga with Joe 1 p.m. Wear comfortable clothes and bring a yoga mat or towel. Participants should be registered to attend this class. See Adult Reference.
Evening Books with Edna Ritzenberg
7:30 p.m. This evening's title for discussion will be "People of the Book "by Geraldine Brooks. Don't miss what is sure to be a provocative evening of talk!
March 18
Tai Chi
10:30 a.m. Instructor Howard Varsov returns. Register at the Adult Reference Desk. Wear comfortable clothing. Participants must be able to get up from the floor unassisted.
Knit 1, Purl 2 with Paula Picow
1 p.m.. Join their growing circle of knitters whatever your level of expertise! Beginners please bring #9 needles and chunky yarn.
March 19
Art Workshop:
Monet-His Life and Time, with Emilia Rabito Baer. Learn about Monet's life and techniques, then create your own work based on his style with this popular instructor. Class size is limited to fourteen and registration is required at the Adult Reference Desk.
Mother/Daughter Knitting 7 p.m.
Calling Moms and daughters in grades 4-6! Learn to knit or improve your skills. Paula Picow will be on hand to help all knitters achieve their goals.
At the
Rec Center
111 N. Oceanside Road
(516) 678-9339
Spring Program Registration
Starts March 9 for residents and March 23 for non-residents.Programs for toddlers through senior citizens. New programs added include Happy Piano, Whole Lotta Fun, Yoga for Kids, guitar lessons and ice skating.
Square Dancing
with nationally known caller Lee Kopman takes place Monday and Tuesday evenings from 7 - 8:30 and 8:30-10 p.m. Fee: $5 per person.
Coed Cardio Workout
with Nancy Codispoti on Mondays (Step Aerobics), Tuesdays (CCW) and Thursdays (CCW) from 7-8:15 p.m. Pay as you go for $5 each session.
Weight Room at the Rec.
is available to adults seven days a week. The room features a treadmill, recumbent bike, rowing machine, Stairmaster and Arc Trainer, as well as free weights, Cybex machines and a bench cage. Monthly use fee is $30 for resident, $35 for non-residents. Call Joe Nemeth for information.
Summer Program Registration
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 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.
Summer Playground and Summer Rec. programs
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, recreation games and special events. Afternoon trips include a Mets game and Splish Splash for middle schoolers.
Seasonal staff
Residents who are at least 16 may apply to work as seasonal recreation leaders this summer. Supervisors will interview qualified applicants in April. Pre-employment questionnaires are available at the Rec. Center.
Men's and Women's Softball
The Recreation Dept. currently has Spring Softball information for men's teams. Games will tentatively start March 23. Information for Summer Softball for men and women will be available in mid-March.
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.
Month of March
Special events:
St. Patrick's Day Party,
March 13 at 1 p.m. The Jean Hagen Dancers will entertain. $3.00 per person
Artist Reception:
During the month of March, the photographic art of Robert T. Bloom will decorate the Senior Center. On March 17 at 11 a.m. members will have the opportunity to meet him and hear him discuss his work. The community is invited to stop in to any weekday from 10-4 p.m. to view his work.
Women's History Luncheon
Honoring RVC resident Dr. Eileen Jahn. March 18 at noon. $5 per person. Call (516) 678-9350 for reservations.
Cell phone secrets with Stephanie:
March 20 from 10 a.m.-noon. Bring your cell phone and your problems to this drop-in program.
Community service:
AARP Tax Assistance Program. Volunteers from AARP are available every Friday until April 10 from 9 a.m. to noon. This service is for RVC residents 60+. Call (516) 678-9350 to make an appointment.
AARP Defensive Driving Course:
April 23 and 30 from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. (you must attend both nights). This class is open to Sandel members and RVC residents 60+. Sign-up in person at the Sandel Center with a check for $10 payable to AARP and a copy of your drivers' license. Space is limited. First come, first served.
Trips:
Atlantic City:
March 26. Try your luck at the Showboat. $36 per person includes $25 cash back, $5 food voucher, deluxe transportation, tip and snack on the bus. Leaving at 8:15 a.m. Call (516) 678-9350.
Woodloch Pines:
May 26-29. Enjoy four days and three nights at this popular resort. Deluxe accommodations include their famous nightly smorgasbord and entertainment. Enjoy games, tournaments & friendly competition during the day. Deluxe motor coach transportation. Double $465 pp, Triple $460 pp. Call (516) 678-9350 for more information.
Ongoing:
Tuesday Topics.
This weekly series features speakers on a variety of topics. Please 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 a.m., 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.
T.O.P.S. (Taking off Pounds
at Sandel):
Members meet every Wednesday at 3 p.m. to support each other while discussing weight awareness issues.
Cancer Support Group.
This group seeks to provide caregivers with information, daily coping and caregiving strategies aimed at improving the quality of life for cancer patients and their caregivers. This group is open to cancer survivors and RVC residents 60 and over. The group is limited to 10. Call Rose at (516) 678-9350.
Religious events
Upper Room Meal
The United Church of Rockville Centre, 430 Morris Ave., invites the community to an "Upper Room Meal" on April 9 at 7:30 p.m. This commemorates Jesus' Last Supper with his disciples when they gathered for their Passover meal. Capturing the spirit of their last time together, the meal is partaken in a quiet, meditative environment where several reading from the gospels representing some of Jesus' more significant teachings are offered. It is a time to listen, reflect and remember. There is no charge for the meal. Anyone interested in participating in this moving evening should call the church at (516) 766-2975 by April 7 for reservations.
United Church of Rockville Centre,
430 Morris Ave, an open and
affirming congregation of the United Church of Christ, holds Sunday School pre-school through middle school Sunday's at 9:30 a.m. and Church worship at 10:30 a.m. Introduction to Zen Meditation and Practice led by Dr. Robert W. Gunn. All sessions held at the United Church parsonage, 64 Hamilton Street. From 10 a.m. - noon on Feb 7, March 7, April 4 and May 2.For more information, contact the church office at (516) 766-2975.
Central Synagogue of Nassau County,
430 DeMott Ave. Marc Gruber, Rabbi; Judith Naimark, Cantor. Friday evening Shabbat services at 7:45 p.m. Regular Torah Study, Saturday 9 a.m., For more information and schedule updates, call (516) 766-4300 or visit www.centralsy.org.
First Church of Christ, Scientist,
285 Morris Ave., holds a one-hour service at 10:30 a.m. every Sunday. Free Sunday School classes, for pre-school children and students up to the age of 20, are held at the same time. Wednesday evening Testimony Meetings are held at 8:15 p.m. The Christian Science Reading Room is at 6 S. Village Ave. and is available for free study of the Bible and Christian Science. For more information, call (516) 766-5374.
Temple B'nai Sholom,
100 Hempstead Ave. Dr. Barry Dov Schwartz, Rabbi. Daily Minyan is held at 6:55 a.m. on Monday and Thursday, 7 a.m. on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, 9 a.m. on Shabbat and Sunday, and 8 p.m. Sunday through Thursday. For more information, call (516) 764-4100.
Saint Mark's United
Methodist Church,
200 Hempstead Avenue holds services at 10 a.m. on Sunday mornings. Church school, for pre-school through high school students, is at 10 a.m. Prayer Group is held every Sunday at 4 p.m. Call the church office at (516) 766-2080 for more information.
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church,
240 Lincoln Ave. Jeffrey P. Laustsen, Pastor. Harald K. Kuehne, Pastor Emeritus. Saturday worship at 5 p.m. Sunday worship at 8:30 a.m. and 10 a.m. Holy Communion at all worship services. Sunday church school at 10 a.m. Church office: (516) 766-2815. Early childhood center. Mary Jane Bauman, Director. (516) 766-5716.
Episcopal Church of the Ascension,
71 North Village Ave, holds services 8 a.m. Sunday, (Holy Eucharist) and 10.30 a.m. (Choral Eucharist); 10 a.m. Tuesday (Holy Eucharist) followed by Bible Study; and Saturday, in the garden, weather permitting, or in the church, if not, at 5 p.m. (Holy Eucharist). Children's Christian formation is on Sunday at 10:15 a.m. Nursery care available from 10:15 until noon. For more information, call the Parish Office at (516) 766-0693.
