Thursday, October 1, 2026
On the board
Board of Trustees Briefing
March 29, 7 p.m., Village Hall
Board of Trustees Meeting
April 3, 8 p.m., Village Hall
CANCELLED
Zoning Board Meeting
April 11, 8 p.m., Village Hall
Planning Board Meeting
April 17, 7 p.m., Village Hall
Zoning Board Meeting
April 25, 8 p.m., Village Hall
Community Events
Molloy College Craft Fair
Molloy's senior class will host a Craft Fair that will showcase handmade items, baked goods, raffles and lots more on March 31 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. in the school's Public Square Seeking vendors. Contact Janine McElroy at (516) 678-5000 ext. 6216 or jmcelroy@molloy.edu
Congregation B'nai Sholom-Beth David 2012 Journal Dinner-Dance
March 31, at 7:45 p.m. honoring Rabbi Howard Diamond. The Special Community Service Award will be presented to Joseph Quagliata, president and CEO of South Nassau Communities Hospital. Couvert $100 per person. RSVP by March 9 to Congregation B'nai Sholom-Beth David, 100 Hempstead Ave., RVC, NY 11570 Attn: Jeff Goodstein. For more information, call (516) 764-4100.
Fortnightly Club
On April 3, the Fortnightly Drama Chairwomen, Emily Van Dusen and Ann Gahan will present Andrew Liotta, a teacher of Orchestral Music in the New York City public school system. A number of his compositions have been widely recognized. Liotta will be presenting a program on opera. The meeting will take place at 1:30 p.m. at the Holy Trinity Lutheran Church on Lincoln Avenue. Visitors welcome.
Upper Room Meal
The United Church of Rockville Centre invites the community to join them at their Maundy Thursday Upper Room Meal on April 5 at 7 p.m. in the Rickert Hall of the church, at 430 Morris Ave. as they gather in remembrance of Jesus' Last Supper with his disciples. During this silent, meditative service/meal, there will be music and gospel readings reflecting some of Jesus's more significant teachings and words. The meal begins with a modified Passover Seder and concludes with a service of Communion. There is no charge, but it is necessary to make a reservation to accommodate seating. For information, call the church at (516) 766-2975 or Liz Barnett at (516) 766-4856.
92nd Street Y Live: Why Cook?
On April 10 at 8 p.m., Congregation B'nai Sholom Beth David presents Mark Bittman with Ruth Reichl. With take out counters, microwave meals and other conveniences, Bittman tackles the topic in his new book, "How to Cook Everything." With Reichl, he will discuss how cooking shaped his own life and how picking up a pan and starting to cook brings benefits extending beyond the kitchen. Bittman is a best-selling author and New York Times columnist. Also an author, and the former editor-in-chief of "Gourmet Magazine," Reichl is a TV-cooking show judge. Visit www.bnaisholom.org or call (516) 764-4100 for information.
Organ Workshop/Concert at St. Agnes Cathedral
To mark the closing of the 10th anniversary of the cathedral's organs, on April 13 at 7:30 p.m., guest organist Dr. Charles Callahan will be joined by the St. Agnes Cathedral Singers at St. Agnes Cathedral, 29 Quealy Place. Suggested donations at the door: $15 and $10. There will also be a workshop given on April 12 at 7:30 p.m. for organists and music directors. There is a registration fee of $10. For more information, contact the Cathedral Music Office at (516) 764-9578.
Fortnightly Club
On April 17 Fortnightly Literature and Education Chairwomen, Ann Gahan and Dixie Simonetti will present Marilyn Nunes Devlin who will be giving a program on the history of Rockville Centre. Devlin will also be signing her book, "A Brief History of Rockville Centre: The Heritage and History of a Village." The meeting will take place at 1:30 p.m. at the Holy Trinity Lutheran Church on Lincoln Avenue. Visitors welcome.
AHRC Auxiliary
The Rockville Centre Auxiliary will host a Spring Luncheon and Fashion Show on April 19 at noon, at the Pompei Restaurant in West Hempstead. Tickets are $35 and will include a charitable contribution to the AHRC Nassau to enrich the lives of both children and adults with developmental disabilities. A fashion show will be presented by Dress Barn of Oceanside. For reservations, contact Eileen Maroney (516) 536-5461 or Kathleen Saville at (516) 678-4209 by April 5.
Birth, baby and beyond
Mercy Medical Center invites men and women who are planning a family, or are already expecting, to a day-long educational seminar on April 21. From 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. the pregnancy conference will feature exhibits, workshops and presentations by physicians, nurses and staff addressing various aspects of childbirth, including labor, delivery, breast feeding and parenting. Workshop presentations will include information on care of the pregnant woman and early signs of labor, nutrition during pregnancy, mental health for the family during and after delivery, pain management during labor, basics of newborn care and instruction on lactation, as well as a “Daddy Boot Camp” providing tips and strategies for fathers. Registration of $10 per person or $15 per couple includes continental breakfast and lunch, with free raffles, giveaways and door prizes. Financial assistance is available. Register on-line by April 15 at: www.MercyPregnancyConference.com or call (516) 705-2477 for information.
RVC Homemakers Club
The Rockville Centre Chapter of the Homemakers Council of Nassau County meets on Tuesdays at the Recreation Center, 111 North Oceanside Road from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. They are currently preparing for their Spring donation event which is "Socks for Veterans." They continue to embrace new members with or without talent in all areas of crafts, cooking and art.
Village Art Club show
The Village Art Club will exhibit its members' art in the downstairs meeting rooms of the Rockville Centre Public Library, 221 North Village Ave. from April 15 through April 28. The library's hours are: Mon., Wed., and Thurs, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Tues. from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Fri. from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sat. from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sun., from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. For further information, call Diane Wright at (516) 766-6915.
Rockville Centre Farmers Market
On Sunday afternoons, April 1, 15, 22 and 29 from 1-4 p.m., visit Central Synagogue of Nassau County, 430 DeMott Ave. for farm-fresh produce, eggs, meat, pickles, artisan breads, cheese, fresh pasta, baked goods and more. For more information, visit www.winterfarmersmarketlongisland.com
Irish Language Classes at Molloy
The Irish Studies Institute at Molloy College will offer eight two-hour sessions of Irish language classes at its Rockville Centre campus on Saturdays that will run through 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, contact Catherine Tully Muscente at (516) 678-5000 ext. 6218 or cmuscente@molloy.edu.
Tree of Life Yoga
Central Synagogue of Nassau County, 430 DeMott Ave., is again sponsoring a Spring session, with evening classes of yoga at 6 p.m. The classes are open to yoga students of all levels. The series of 12 classes is $15 each for pay-as-you-go ($180) or $150 if paid in advance for the series. The classes are held on Tuesday evenings April 3, 17, 24, May 1, 8, 22, 29, June 5: Members of the community are invited to participate. For additional information, contact the office at 516-766-4300 or visit www.centralsy.org/community/treeoflifeyog
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.
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:
MARCH 28
Knit 1, Purl 2
1 p.m. Join the 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.
Writers’ Workshop
7 p.m. Molloy College’s Writer-in-Residence Barbara Novack will be on hand to give advice on a variety of genre and writing techniques.
MARCH 29
All About Shoes
1 p.m. A lecture on the beauty, design and art of shoes by Emilia Rabito Baer.
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
3:30 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.
MARCH 30
Movies with Mr. M
2 p.m Don’t miss "Rise of the Planet of the Apes," PG-13, 105 minutes.
MARCH 31
Super Smash Brothers Brawl Tournament
11 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Register in the Children’s Room for this chance to showcase your skills in this video game tourney. Players in grades 4-6 play at 11 a.m; players in grades 7 and up play at 2:30 p.m.
APRIL 1
SUNDAY AFTERNOON PERFORMANCE SERIES
Opera Americana with soprano Jamie Ku. 2 p.m. Ku returns to sing selections from American opera favorites from Bernstein, Gershwin and more.
APRIL 2
Simply Stronger Exercise
11:30 a.m. Join certified fitness instructor Marilyn Bunger for this popular class designed to enhance strength and promote flexibility. Register in advance at the Adult Reference Desk. There is a $25 non-refundable fee per six-week session.
APRIL 3
Intermediate Internet
9 a.m. Learn how to navigate the web... searching, shopping and more. Register at the Adult Reference Desk.
Play Date at the Library
10:30 a.m. Fun and games for little ones from 15-months to three-years-of-age along with a parent or caregiver. Register in advance in the Children’s Room.
APRIL 4
Knit 1, Purl 2
1 p.m. Join the 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.
APRIL 5
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
3:30 p.m. Join everybody’s favorite yoga instructor at an additional time! There is a $25 non-refundable fee for six sessions. Register at the Adult Reference Desk.
The following art will be featured at the library through the month of April:
Upper Concourse Gallery
Archival Photographs: Meet the Staff of Yesteryear
Enjoy a collection of photographs from the library archives highlighting some familiar faces of the past.
Display Cases
A Ship to Remember
The display cases of the library feature a commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the sinking of The Titanic. The Titanic left South Hampton, England on April 10, 1912. She carried some of the world’s wealthiest, as well as immigrants who wanted to create a new life in America. Many people today know about the luxurious amenities of the first class: the onboard gymnasium, swimming pool, library, restaurants and opulent cabins. But most don’t know that second and third were considered high end for those who were staying in them. They ate better on board than in their home countries. On April 14, 1912 at 11:40 p.m. The Titanic hit an iceberg. Although the ship had the latest safety-feature technology, it didn’t carry enough lifeboats, and nearly 1,200 people lost their lives. This display is a timeline of the trip. The first case is the ship afloat, the beauty of the ship, the grandeur of its surroundings and life on it. The second is the ship as it flounders and sinks. It has images of survivors, those waiting for rescue on the lifeboats, the NY Times front page article and information about those who died. The final section is the Titanic on the ocean floor. Is it a grave or a memorial? What should be done with it? Should artifacts be removed?
Lower Concourse Gallery
Plein Air Oil Paintings by Christine Verga Maday
Paintings by Long Island artist Christine Verga Maday will be featured. Plein air means open air, and that is where the artist loves to work; at the beach, the bay, or in a garden. Verga Maday graduated from the Fashion Institute of Technology majoring in textile design. Her work has been published on greeting cards, gift wrap and bags, textiles and posters. Her watercolor illustrations can be found in the magazine, "The Herb Quarterly," while pages from her plein air sketchbook were chosen for The Artist’s Sketchbook. The North Light Book Club features the artist in the September artist issue. She has received both national and local awards, and widely displays in juried shows by colleges, museums and galleries. For more information visit the artist's website, www.christinevergamaday.com.
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.
Connor and Friends
The fall/winter play group for children with special needs is scheduled from 2:30 - 4 p.m. on 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.
2012-13 Nursery School Registration is now being accepted for the Recreation Center's nursery school programs for the 2012-2013 school year.
Pre-K classes for those entering kindergarten in Sept. 2013 are offered five days a week from 9 to 11:30 a.m. or three days a week (Monday, Wednesday, Friday) from 12:15 to 2:45 p.m.
Pre-Pre-K for those entering kindergarten in September 2014 are offered four days a week (Monday through Thursday) from 9 to 11:30 a.m. or two days a week (Tuesday and Thursday) from 12:15 to 2:45 p.m.
To schedule an appointment to visit the school, call the Recreation Office at (516) 678-9339.
Summer Nursery School registration began March 5 for summer nursery school for children entering kindergarten in 2012 or 2013. Classes meet 9 to 11:30 a.m. from June 25 through Aug. 10.
Pre-K classes for those entering kindergarten in Sept. 2012 (birthdates from Dec. 1, 2006 through Nov. 30, 2007) are offered Monday through Friday.
Pre-Pre-K classes for those entering kindergarten in Sept. 2012 (birthdates from Dec. 1, 2007 through Nov. 30, 2008) are offered Monday through Thursday.
Please bring your child’s birth certificate or other proof of age.
Spring program registration
Registration is now open for Spring programs that will begin on April 16. Detailed flyers describe a wide array of activities offered by the Rec. Department for toddlers through senior citizens, including Happy Piano, Bricks 4 Kids Lego building, yoga for kids, fencing, Zumba and guitar lessons.
Summer Playground and Rec. Programs
See the flyers at the Rec. Center for detailed information about the summer playground programs for students in grades 1 to 6 and summer Rec. programs for students in grades 7 and 8 as of Sept. 2012.
The programs, staffed by trained recreation personnel, meet Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 12 Noon from June 27 through Aug. 9.
Summer sports schools and leagues
Flyers are available for the summer 2012 sports schools in baseball, basketball, gymnastics and lacrosse. Summer basketball league information is also now available.
Men’s and Women’s Softball
The Recreation Department currently has spring softball information available for men’s teams. Games will tentatively commence the week of April 2. Information for summer softball for men and women will be available in mid-March.
Get Active
Square dancing with nationally known caller Lee Kopman, takes place Monday and Tuesday evenings from 7 to 8:30 and 8:30 to 10 p.m. Fee: $5 per person.
Coed cardio workouts with Nancy Codispoti include step aerobics on Mondays, Tuesdays (CCW) and Thursdays (CCW) from 7 to 8:15 p.m. Pay as you go for $5 each session.
The weight room 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 (516) 678-9339 for information.
Easter Egg Hunt
The Village’s annual Easter Egg Hunt is 9:30 a.m. March 31 at the Rec. Center’s Veterans Park for boys and girls in pre-school through grade 4. Rain date is April 1 at 2 p.m.
LI African Violet Show and Plant Sale
Old and new varieties available for purchase. Presented by the Long Island African Violet Society.
Learn how to grow beautiful African Violets. On March 31 from 2 - 5 p.m. and on April 1, from 1 - 4 p.m.
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.
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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