Thursday, October 1, 2026
On the board
CANCELLED - Aug. 8
Zoning Board Meeting
Zoning Board Meeting
Aug. 22, 8 p.m., Village Hall
Board of Trustees Briefing
Aug. 30, 6 p.m., Village Hall
Community Events
Evening Defensive Driving Courts at Mercy Medical Center
Mercy Medical Center will offer the community the Empire Safety Council’s Defensive Driving Course. The two-session, six-hour course will be held on Tuesday evening, Aug. 7 and Thursday evening, Aug. 9 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Mercy League Lounge located across from the entrance to the hospital’s Emergency Department. Upon completion of this course, participants are eligible for 10% off their motor vehicle insurance for three years and/or a reduction of points from their driver’s license. The fee for community residents is $35 per person and advance registration is required. To register, or for more information, contact Jeannie Jaeger at (516) 705-2589.
A Child's Garden of Verse
The Museum of Rockville Centre, in partnership with Astoria Bank, is offering a free story hour for children ages 3-8 from 10-11 a.m. on Aug. 8, 15 and 22 in the garden of the Phillips House, 28 Hempstead Ave. A tour of the museum follows storytime. For information, call (516) 764-7459.
Casting call: Open audition
for classically-trained dancers
and singers
On Sept. 8 and 9 at 10 a.m. for dancers and 12 p.m. for singers, the Madison Theatre at Molloy College, 1000 Hempstead Ave. will hold a audition for its Family Concert Series Presents …”An Afternoon of Pas De Deux” with the Children’s Orchestra Society (COS) Orchestra. The performance date is Nov. 4 at 3 p.m. The audition is open to classically trained ballet, pointe and jazz dancers ages 15-to-24, both male and female. All performers should also be prepared with a one-minute solo. To schedule an appointment contact the Box Office at (516) 678-5000 ext. 7715.
Nassau Veterans Resource Center
Help for veterans and returning servicemen and women in filing claims, getting whatever federal, state and local benefits are due them, finding jobs. Also collecting all forms of clothing and toiletries for homeless veterans and the men and women still serving overseas. At American Legion Post 303, 197 Maple Ave., every Friday from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. For more information, call (516) 764-9740.
At the
Library
221 N. Village Ave.
(516) 766-6257
The library will be closed Sundays through Sept. 2.
Summer reading and programming are now in full swing! Stop in and register for a program and pick up something to read or a movie to watch!
Career Center open Saturdays
Hours: Mondays 9 am-noon, Tuesdays 1-5 p.m., Saturdays 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Also available, one-to-one Career Counseling Wednesdays from 6-9 p.m. by appointment. Contact the Adult Reference Desk for details.
This week at your library:
AUGUST 2
Rhyme Time
9:30 a.m. Interactive play and socialization for babies ages 4-12 months and their caregivers/parents. Register in advance in the Children’s Room.
Mother Goose
11 a.m. Interactive play and socialization for babies ages 1-3 years old and their caregivers/parents. Register in advance in the Children’s Room.
Books and Bagels
11 a.m. Join them for a book brunch. Enjoy a bagel and discuss your favorite books of the summer so far. For students in grades 6 and up. Register in the Children’s Room.
Yoga with Joe
3:30 p.m. Join everybody’s favorite yoga instructor at an additional time. There is a $25 non-refundable fee for a six-class session. Register at the Adult Reference Desk.
Potato Chip Challenge
7 p.m. For grades 7-12. Taste and rate your favorite salty snacks; then create a dip to go along with the winners. Register in the Children’s Room.
Chess Workshop
7:30 p.m. Learn how to play or enhance your game. Children in grades 2 and up. Register in the Children’s Room.
Book Buddies
7:30 p.m. Children ages 3-6 are paired with a teen buddy for some reading fun. Register in the Children’s Room.
AUGUST 3
Book Buddies
10:30 a.m. Children ages 3-6 are paired with a teen buddy for some reading fun. Register in the Children’s Room.
Drop-In Craft
3-4 p.m. All ages welcome, no registration required. Drop by the Library and make a summer craft.
AUGUST 4
Third Annual Anime Tosho-Con
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
AUGUST 6
Books Bingo
7 p.m. Calling all kids in grades one and up. Books Bingo is back. Bring a friend and have a great time. Register in the Children’s Room.
Book Buddies
7 p.m. Children ages 3-6 are paired with a teen buddy for some reading fun. Register in the Children’s Room.
AUGUST 7
Yoga with Joe
3:30 p.m. Join everybody’s favorite yoga instructor at an additional time. There is a $25 non-refundable fee for a six-class session. Register at the Adult Reference Desk.
Mad Science
7 p.m. Children in grades 2-5 should register in the Children’s Room for a science spectacular.
Books Before Bedtime
7 p.m. A traditional story time for children ages 3-6. Wear your PJs and register in the Children’s Room.
Evening Yoga with Mary Clare
7 p.m. Traditional yoga instruction. $25 non-refundable fee or six sessions. Register at the Adult Reference Desk.
Mother/Daughter Book Chat
7:45 p.m. For girls in grades 4-6 along with their moms. Join in discussing "Bliss" by Kathryn Littlewood.
AUGUST 8
Simply Stronger
9:15 a.m. Join certified fitness instructor Marilyn Bunger for this always popular class designed to enhance strength and flexibility. Please note there is a $25 non-refundable fee for a six-week session. Inquire at the Adult Reference Desk for details.
Book Buddies
10:15 a.m. Children ages 3-6 are paired with a teen buddy for some reading fun. Register in the Children’s Room.
Knit 1, Purl 2
1 p.m. Join resident needle craft expert Paula Picow and learn to knit or bring a project to completion.
Family Movie Matinee
2 p.m. Beat the heat! All ages are invited to enjoy "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Roderick Rules" (PG, 99 minutes). No registration required.
Video Game Design, Part II
7 p.m. For RVC cardholders in grades 7-12. Learn how to design your own original vide game Participants must have attended Part I. Register in the Children’s Room.
AUGUST 9
Rhyme Time
9:30 a.m. Interactive play and socialization for babies ages 4-12 months and their caregivers/parents. Register in advance in the Children’s Room.
Mother Goose
11 a.m. Interactive play and socialization for babies ages 1-3 years old and their caregivers/parents. Register in advance in the Children’s Room.
Yoga with Joe
3:30 p.m. Join everybody’s favorite yoga instructor at an additional time. There is a $25 non-refundable fee for a six-class session. Register at the Adult Reference Desk.
Risk Game Night
7 p.m. For grades 7 and up. Register in the Children’s Room to play everyone’s favorite game of power and politics, Risk.
Chess Workshop
7:30 p.m Learn how to play or enhance your game. Children in grades 2 and up should register in the Children’s Room.
Book Buddies
7:30 p.m. Children ages 3-6 are paired with a teen buddy for some reading fun. Register in the Children’s Room.
ON DISPLAY AT THE LIBRARY:
The following art will be featured throughout the month of August:
Summer Fun
Display Cases
Check out this display filled with inspiration for summer fun from summer reading to crafting to sports, plus more ideas to while away the hours!
Archival Photos: Old School in RVC
Upper Concourse Gallery
Be sure to take a look at this collection of photographs featuring school buildings of yesteryear, including the very first high school on the south shore of Long Island (hint: You might recognize it as our current Village Hall!).
Youth Services Summer Reading T-Shirts
Lower Concourse Gallery
Summer Reading T-shirts from the past 10 years will be on display. Stroll down memory lane and see how long you and your kids have been participating in Summer Reading.
Paintings by Jack Grimando
Helen Kraus Community Room and Small Community Room
Grimando’s work has as its theme the landscapes, seascapes and village life reminiscent of old world scenes inspired by travel experiences. His paintings, rich in detail, convey the artist’s appreciation for the beauty around him and in his imagination.
Grimando studied graphic illustration at The Pratt Institute for Art Studies, and served in the U.S. Army where he illustrated training aids and manuals. He was an illustrator for the U.S. Postal Service for 37 years creating lobby murals and training manuals. Grimando has been featured in articles and has won various awards for his artistic endeavors with the postal service.
Today Grimando is retired and a member of the Suburban Art League, the Oyster Bay Arts Council, the art Guild at Elderfields, the Village Art Club in Rockville Centre and the Brookhaven Art Council. His award-winning paintings have been exhibited in various shows, businesses and libraries across Long Island.
At the
Rec Center
111 N. Oceanside Road
(516) 678-9338 or 9339
Informational flyers on all activities are available on the village website at www.RVCNY.us.
The 58th Summer Playground Program is being conducted through Aug. 9 for residents in grades 1-6 and grades 7 and 8.
Call (516) 678-9338 for recreation schedules and fees or visit the village web site, www.rvcny.us
Summer Sports Schools
A basketball camp for girls grades 3 through 10 is being offered from Aug. 13 to 17 at the Rec Center from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Fee is $255 per person.
At the
Sandel
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. The Senior Center has joined Facebook. By becoming a friend of “Rockville Sandel” you can access the latest center information.
SPECIAL EVENTS
Guest Speaker
Aug. 6 at 2 p.m. Howard Jacobson, pharmacist at Rockville Centre Pharmacy, will discuss different types of medication and how they affect your fitness efforts.
Square dance
Aug. 10 at 1 p.m.
Flea Market
Aug. 17 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Featuring clothing, household items, toys, books, bric a brac, new and vintage jewelry. Donations from the community are welcome.
Jokesercise with Howard Newman
Aug. 22 at 11 a.m. “Laughter is the best medicine!” Combine your workout with laughter and you won’t even know you’re getting fit.
TUESDAY TOPICS
Assistive Devices
Aug. 7 at 11 a.m. Amy Cardito, president and founder of Independence & Dignity Count, Inc. will describe different types of assistive devices and how they can better your quality of life.
In an emergency
Aug. 14 at 11 a.m. Michael Acari of “CERT” (Community Emergency Response Team) will discuss ways to protect yourself and your family in an emergency.
ONGOING
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., guest speakers discuss topics of interest to men.
Social Work Services
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) 537-1162.
Send calendar items to
rvceditor@liherald.com
