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On the board
Zoning Board Meeting
Feb. 22, 8 p.m., Village Hall
Board of Trustees Briefing
March 1, 7 p.m., Village Hall
Board of Trustees Meeting
March 5, 8 p.m., Village Hall
Zoning Board Meeting
March 7, 8 p.m., Village Hall
Planning Board Meeting
March 20, 7 p.m., Village Hall
Zoning Board Meeting
March 21, 8 p.m., Village Hall
Board of Trustees Briefing
March 29, 7 p.m., Village Hall
Community Events
Mercy League healthcare scholarships available
Applications are now being accepted for the Sister Mary Grace Memorial Scholarship in Health Care sponsored by the Council of Leagues of Mercy Medical Center. For more information regarding this scholarship or to obtain an application, please call the League office at (516) 705-1833. The deadline for submitting applications is April 27, 2012.
Phillips House Hummel exhibit Hummel figuring enthusiasts will marvel at the new exhibit at the Phillips House Museum of Rockville Centre. Rare and exquisite examples of the best of Hummels from the extensive collection of a Rockville Centre resident will be on display through March 25 at the museum. While the list is too long to publish among the many figurines displayed are: We Wish You The Best, Harmony In Four Parts, Let's Tell The World, Land In Sight, Call To Worship and Strike Up The Band! Also on display will be a complete set of Hummel bells. The exhibit is free to the public, although donations are always gratefully and deeply appreciated. For information on the museum located at 28 Hempstead Ave., RVC, questions about the exhibit or how you can become a supporter of the museum, call: (516)764-7459.
Tree of Life Yoga
Central Synagogue, 430 DeMott Ave. is again sponsoring a mini session of evening yoga classes open to students of all levels. The Tree of Life Yoga's six-class series is available for $75 or you may pay as you go for $15 a class. Members of the community are invited to participate. For more information and class dates, call (516) 766-4300 or visit www.centralsy.org/community/treeoflifeyoga.
Fortnightly Club
On Feb. 21, Fortnightly will take a stroll down Memory Lane, when it presents Fortnightly-Remembering Things Past, with Rosalie Monaco, Norma Meyer and Camille Altman. The meeting will take place at 1 p.m. at the United Church of RVC on Morris Avenue. Visitors are welcome.
Village Art Club
The Village Art Club welcomes Jeff Webb to its meeting in the downstairs meeting room of the Rockville Centre Public Library on Feb. 23 at 7 p.m. He will demonstrate an oil landscape. Jeff is a professor at Nassau Community College and an instructor at the Owl Art Center in Cedarhurst. He is one of the founders of the Pastel Society of America in 1974. He works in all mediums. The meeting is free and open to the public. For further information, including membership, call Anne Bailey at (516) 887-1770.
Defensive Driving Course
The Church of the Ascension of Rockville Centre, 71 North Village Ave. and the National Safety Council will present a defensive driving course for insurance and point reduction on Feb. 25 from 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. For information and registration, call (631) 360-9720. The cost is $45.
Irish Language Classes at Molloy College
The Irish Studies Institute at Molloy College will offer 8 two hour sessions of Irish language classes at its Rockville Centre campus on Saturdays beginning February 25 and ending April 28. The classes will be taught by Jerry Kelly, former Adjunct Professor of Irish Language and Culture at Fordham University. Tuition: $160. $100 for children under 12. For more information and to register for classes, contact Catherine Tully Muscente at (516) 678-5000 ext. 6218 or cmuscente@molloy.edu.
92nd Street Y: Persian Jews in America
On March 4 at 8 p.m. Congregation B'nai Sholom Beth David presents Persian Jews in America: A 2,500-Year-Old Community Confronts the New World with Morgan Hakimi and Saba Soomekh. The Jews of Persia trace their roots to the Babylonian exile of the 6th century BCE. Now Iranian Jews, approximately 70,000 live in the US, primarily in large enclaves in Los Angeles and Great Neck, immigrating in the aftermath of the Iranian Revolution of 1970. How does an ancient community face this geographic and cultural transition while preserving its core identity? Visit www.bnaisholon.org or call (516) 764-4100 for information.
Blood Drive at Mercy
The drive will take place Monday, March 12. For more information, visit www.mercymedicalcenter.info
At the Library
221 N. Village Ave.
(516) 766-6257
NEED HOMEWORK HELP?
Homework Helpers, a partnership program between the Sandel Senior Center Service Corps and the Rockville Centre Public Library offers help with homework to students in grades 1-6 every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday between the hours of 3:30 and 5:30 p.m. in the Children’s Room of the Library. For further details, contact the Children’s Room.
The Library’s Career Center is open Saturdays! Hours of Operation: 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:
FEB. 16
Clases del Internet en Espanol
2 p.m. La biblioteca ofrece clases del Internet y correo electrónico en español. Para más información o para hacer una cita para una clase individual, contacte a Alene Scoblete al escritorio de referencia. ¡Es gratis!
NEW! Yoga with JOE
3 p.m. Join everybody’s favorite yoga instructor at an additional time. $25 non-refundable fee for six sessions. Register at the Adult Reference Desk.
FEB. 17
Lights! Camera! Trivia!
12:30 p.m. Come early to see The Help and join film buff Richard Knox for an interactive look at film and television.
Movies with Mr. M
2 p.m. If you missed it in theaters here is your chance to see The Help (PG-13, 146 minutes) on our big screen!
FEB. 18
Librarytube
2:30 p.m. Calling all teens! Brainstorm for our new community service club. Create videos to promote the Library, books and reading! Can’t make it today but want to participate? Contact us in the Children’s Room or Teen Desk. Grades 7-12.
FEB. 19
SUNDAY AFTERNOON PERFORMANCE SERIES
The Great American Folk Song Revival with CAROLINE DOCTOROW
2 p.m. Join popular folksinger Caroline Doctorow as she takes a look at the folk era of the 60s and 70s including works by Bob Dylan, Donovan, Joan Baez and more!
NOT TO BE MISSED!
FEB. 20
Library Closed in Honor of PRESIDENTS DAY
Feb. 21
Reading with Dogs and Craft
10:30 a.m. Read your favorite book with a specially trained dog and make a craft while you wait your turn. Please register in advance in the Children’s Room.
Create a Book: Part I
10:30 a.m. For children in grades 2-4. Did you ever wish you could write and illustrate your own book? Join us for this two-day program and bring your imagination. We’ll supply the rest! Register in advance in the Children’s Room.
Yoga with JOE
1 p.m. Iyengar Yoga instructor Joe Cilmi leads this popular class. Dress in comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat or soft towel. Participants must register at the Adult Reference Desk. There is a $25 non-refundable fee per six week session.
Movie Matinee
2:30 p.m. Join us for popcorn and Kung Fu Panda 2! No registration required.
Pajama Book Buddies
7 p.m. Wear your favorite PJs and read with a teen volunteer! Don’t forget your slippers! For children ages three and up. Please register in the Children’s Room.
Feb. 22
FAMILY CONCERT
THE DEEDLE DEEDLE DEES
10 a.m. Just in time for vacation week the always awesome Deedle Deedle Dees return to RVC! Bring a friend and join in this rollicking concert! No registration necessary.
Chi Gong
10:30 a.m. Join instructor Marianna Farina in this ancient Chinese healing art based on meditative movement and breathing techniques. There is a $25 non-refundable fee for a six class session. Please register at the Adult Reference Desk.
Knit 1, Purl 2
1 p.m. Join our circle of knitters and receive advice on how to proceed with projects in progress or learn how to knit if you don’t already know! Beginners should bring a chunky wool and #9 needles.
Game Day for Kids
2:30 p.m. Register in the Children’s Room. Enjoy playing board games along with teen volunteers.
Writers Workshop
7 p.m. Join writer-in-residence at Molloy College Barbara Novack and explore the writer in you. Bring work and writing materials.
Evening Yoga with MaryClare
7 p.m. Traditional yoga instruction. Bring mats and wear appropriate attire. Register at the Adult Reference Desk. $25 non-refundable fee for six classes.
FEB. 23
Create A Book: Part II
10:30 p.m. Continue work on the book you began on Tuesday! We can’t wait to see the finished product!
Clases del Internet en Espanol
2 p.m. La biblioteca ofrece clases del Internet y correo electrónico en español. Para más información o para hacer una cita para una clase individual, contacte a Alene Scoblete al escritorio de referencia. ¡Es gratis!
Teddy Bear Tea Party
3 p.m. Bring your favorite bear and enjoy a yummy snack, a craft and special stories just for you and teddy! Register in the Children’s Room.
NEW! Yoga with JOE
3 p.m. Join everybody’s favorite yoga instructor at an additional time! $25 for six session, non-refundable fee! Register at the Adult Reference Desk!
The following art will be featured at the library through the month of February.
Upper Concourse Gallery
Archival Photographs: Staff of Yesteryear
Be sure to take a look at a collection of photographs from the Library archives highlighting some familiar faces of the past from our Library.
Display Cases
Black History Month: African-American Scientists and Inventors
In honor of Black History Month, come by and consider the outstanding contributions made by African American scientists and inventors.
Lower Concourse Gallery
Paintings by Diane Meeker
Meeker loved painting and drawing when she was a child, and her efforts won her accolades and awards in high school. She married young, however, and put her artistic endeavours aside while raising her family. Taking inspiration from Grandma Moses, who started painting later in her life, Meeker returned to pursue her talents as a mature artist. The artist can be reached at (516) 708-5101.
Helen Kraus Community Room Gallery
Suburban Art League Annual Show
The suburban Art League was established in 1963 to increase cooperation among artists, art students, craftsmen, publishers, and all engaged in artistic pursuits;and to provide a registry for artists. The League hosts competitions and exhibits and promotes the study of art through monthly art demonstrations for both members and non-members at the Syosset Woodbury Community Center in Woodbury on the first Tuesday of every month except July and August.
At the Rec Center
50 South Park Ave.
111 N. Oceanside Road
(516) 678-9338 or 9339
Informational flyers on all activities are available on the village website at www.RVCNY.us.
February Recess Events
Detailed flyers are available describing recess activities Feb. 19 through 26. Events include bus trips, sports days, the Annual Cherry Pie Eating Contest, open gym, Roll-Around and more. All trip and activity participants must be registered members of the RVC Parks and Recreation Department for the 2011-2012 year. To register, a parental permission slip and the appropriate fee must be submitted to the Rec Center office PRIOR to the day of the event.
Connor and Friends
The fall/winter play group for children with special needs is scheduled from 2:30 - 4 p.m. on Sundays, Feb. 26, March 11, March 25 and April 15. Playtime is one hour, followed by light snacks and refreshments. Free, but reservations are necessary. Contact Marianne or Paul Lawless at mplawless@verizon.net.
Spring Shape-up
Square dancing with nationally known caller Lee Kopman, Monday and Tuesday evenings from 7 to 8:30 and 8:30 to 10. $7 per person.
Co-ed cardio workout with Nancy Codispoti on Mondays (Step Aerobics), Tuesdays (CCW) and Thursdays (CCW) from 7 to 8:15. Pay as you go for $5 each session.
Zumba exercise to a Latin beat with Ruth Karhu meets Monday mornings, Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings. Pay as you go for $5.00 each session.
The 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 usage fee is $30 for residents, $35 for non-residents. Call Joe Nemeth at 678-9339 for information.
Stroller rides, fitness for Mom and fun for baby, are Wednesdays and Fridays 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. www.strollerstrides.net/longisland.
Gymnastic Meets
The Rec Center's two competitive Gymnastics Teams, RVC United and RVC Ultimate will compete in a series of meets against each other and three Long Island teams on Mar. 3, Mar. 11, Apr. 1, April 21, May 5, all at 12:30 p.m. Individual and team championships are on May 19 and June 17. Spectators are encouraged to come out and support the gymnasts. Admission is free.
Summer Nursery School and Playground
Registration for Summer Nursery School will begin on March 5 for children who will be entering Kindergarten in 2012 or 2013. Registration for Summer Playground and Summer Rec. Programs will begin on March 26 for children entering grades 1-8 in September 2012. Detailed flyers are available mid-February.
2012-13 Nursery School Registration
Register for Nursery School for the 2012-2013 School Year. Detailed flyers are available at the Rec. Center office. Parents may visit the school at any time; call the office for an appointment (516) 678-9238. Extended day options available, and tuition fees are 2009 prices.
Birthday Parties and Rentals
The Rec Center offers age-appropriate birthday parties to Village residents for pre-school and elementary age children, seven days a week. All parties include an organized activity followed by refreshments and celebration time in the party room. Call (516) 678-9338 or 9339 for available dates and fee schedules.
Rooms at the John A. Anderson Recreation Center and the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center are available for rental to groups and organizations. Equipment rentals are also available. For reservations, visit the Rec Center office or call (516) 678-9338 or 9339.
Open Gym Program
The main gymnasium of the Rec. Center will be open for free-play basketball for grades 4 and up on Saturday afternoons from 2-4:30 p.m. The evening open gym for grades 6 and up is open from 7:30 to 10:15 p.m. Valid Recreation Cards for 2011-2012 are required.
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.
AARP tax preparation
Volunteers from AARP are available every Friday morning to assist seniors with filing their 2011 income taxes. By appointment only. Call (516) 678-9350.
SPECIAL EVENTS
Current Events with Carol
Current events expert Carol Carlton leads a discussion of the latest local and worldwide news developments on Monday — Feb. 27 at 1:45 p.m.
Artist Reception
On Feb. 21 at 11 a.m. there will be a reception for Artist of the Month, Richard Law., whose photographs will be on display throughout February.
Chinese Auction
On Feb. 24 at 1 p.m. $4pp ($8 charged Thursday, Feb. 23 and Friday, Feb. 24).
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., 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) 537-1162.
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