Don't Drink the Water The Wesley United Methodist Players of Franklin Square are at it again, with a great production of Woody Allen's "Don't Drink the Water" on Sat., April 16 and 23 (8 p.m.) and Sun., April 17 and 24 (3 p.m.) Tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for seniors and adults. Call 775-6775 for tickests and directions.

Historical The Franklin Square Historical Society invites you to their annual dinner on Thursday, April 21 at 6:30 p.m. at the Plattduettsche Park Restaurant, 1132 Hempstead Turnpike, Franklin Square. Tickets are $35 per person. soon to be Msgr. Tom Groenewold will be honored. Call 352-1586 for more.

East enders The East End Civic Club invites you to their next meeting on Tuesday, May 3 at 7:30 p.m., where Elmont Superintendent Dr. Maria Palandra will discuss the budget for the upcoming school year. The meeting will be held at the Averill Park Community Room on Schenck Blvd. and Drew Ave. Refreshments served. Call 328-9786 for more.

Elmont's future A meeting to discuss the future of Elmont will take place on Thursday, April 28, at the American Legion Hall, 60 Hill Avenue in Elmont, beginning at 7:30pm. It is free. Sustainable Long Island, the non-partisan, non-profit professional development organization, will present an overview of their services, which have successfully resulted in developing other communities throughout the region. The meeting is sponsored by the Americans of Pakistani Heritage, Inc. (APH), a local civic organization. For more information, please contact Mr. A. Afridi at (347) 236-7315.

Players wanted The Carey Icehawks have now become the Sewanhaka Central High School District Icehawks. We have been in existence in Carey HS since 2001. Any 5th - 11th grade student who is districted for either Sewanhaka High School, New Hyde Park, High School, Elmont Hisch School, Floral park High School, and H. Frank Carey are eligible to participate. We play in the Long Island High School Hockey League of Nassau County. We are currently selecting a Middle School Team (grades 5-7) and a Varsity Team (grades 8-11) for the Spring Season. For further information please call Pat Mione at 516-775-4650.

Torah Study Seminar The Elmont Jewish Center, 500 Elmont Rd., Elmont offers a monthly seminar held on Saturdays (September through June) at 1:30 p.m. Rabbinic and Talmudic reference and interesting interpretations. Open and free discussion encouraged. No previous study or experience required. All levels of knowledge welcome. Just attend and enjoy the class. Light refreshments served. The Torah Study will be held in the Kiddish room. Call 488-1616.

Rabbi Samuel Kehati's classes at Temple B'Nai Israel, 471 Elmont Rd., Elmont. Classes will be held on Monday, April 25, at 7:30 p.m. Also May 2, 9. Topic for discussion will be: "The Book of Psalms." A source of comfort, solace, intrigue and joy as being viewed and interpreted by Judaism and Christianity.

Youth Choir Fully Alive in Christ Youth Choir now forming. All youth entering 7th to 12 grades that enjoy singing for the Lord are invited to come to Wesley United Methodist Church, 619 Fenworth Blvd., Franklin Square, Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. To register call 481-1797.

Defensive Driving Class All ages. Benefit - 10 percent auto insurance premium - three years and four point auto violation reduction. April 30 from 8:45 a.m. to 3 p.m. at St. James the Just Church, 858 Roosevelt St., Franklin Square. Fee $35. For reservations call Cathy 354-2316.

Board meetings The Elmont School District will host budget workshopson Thursday, April 7 at Stewart Manor School Library, Monday, April 11 at Clara H. Carlson Auditorium, Wednesday, April 13 at Alden Terrace School Library, Thursday, May 5 at Dutch Broadway School Library and Thursday, May 12 at Gotham Avenue Auditorium. All meetings begin at 7:30 p.m.The next pre-budget hearing of the Franklin Square School District will be on April 20 at 8 p.m. at Washington Street School. There will be an additional Board Work Session on Wednesday, April 6, at the Washington Street School at 7:30 p.m.

Library Events

Elmont Public Library

1735 Hempstead Turnpike

(516) 354-5280.

www.nassaulibrary.org/elmont

Tai Chi Join us on Friday, April 8 at 10 a.m. for a tai chi class led by Jessica Silberg and/or Rene Harris. The class will be followed by meditation. The class is ongoing and held the second Friday of each month. Coffee served.

Voice of the Grandparents Every month, grandparents gather to share experiences and recognize when and how to intervene, under the guidance of Beatrice Nechin, BSSW, of the Nassau County Department of Senior Citizen Affairs. Join us on Friday, April 15 at 9:30 a.m. Become a partner in our ongoing open discussion group. Coffee and cookies served.

Lunch and Learn Join us on Friday, April 8 at1 p.m. for Genius of the Gardens, The Genius of the Gardens explores the lives and work of garden designers of the twentieth century. Part I deals with Chinese and Japanese designers. Bring a brown bag lunch for 12 noon. Coffee served.

Jazz it up Elmont Teens (grade 7 to 12) come join Jessica for three evenings of fun and dance. Wednesdays, April 6,13,&20 at 7 p.m. Registration on-going

Computer learning Join us on Saturday, April 9 at 10 a.m. for this workshop which covers working with text, inputting ,inserting, moving and erasing. Learn basic word processing skills. Registration ongoing.

Board meeting The Elmont Public Library Board of Trustees will hold its monthly meeting on Thursday, April 28 at 7:30 p.m. Motion may be made to meet in executive session in accordance with the law. The public is welcome to attend.

T-shirts for all Join us on Saturday, April 30 @ 2 p.m. for a hands-on computer workshop. We will scan a photograph and create a t shirt transfer.Bring a photograph and a plain white or light -colored t-shirt. Registration begins APRIL 16 for library patrons and April 23 for non-patrons.

Poetry month Join us on April 27, at 7 p.m. for a Poetry Reading by Dr. Linda Opyr in celebration of National Poetry Month.

Book talk Join us on Monday, April 25 at 2 p.m. for a book discussion with Janis Schoen, Library Director. Join us for a lively discussion of Travels with Charley by John Steinbeck. Coffee and cookies will be served.

Franklin Square Public Library

19 Lincoln Road

(516) 488-3444

Thursday movies At 2 p.m. On April 21, "Raising Helen." On April 28, "Close Your Eyes" (R)

Story Craft For ages 3-5. Classes are held on Saturdays at 2 p.m. and are limited to 25. Please - no phone reservations. Register now for the April 16 meeting.

Cartooning On Thursday, April 28 at 3p.m., Professional cartoonist Ed Klein teaches children in grades 3-6 how to draw cartoons. Registration begins on Wednesday, April 6. Free and are limited to 25 children

SAT workshop Two practice sessions with "Dr." Phil Eredita will remedy SAT anxieties. Take these practice exams and employ the useful tips you learned from the SAT prep workshops. On Wednesday, April 20 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. and Wednesday, April 27 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Registration begins Wednesday, April 6 and is limited to 15 students. First preference is given to seniors and juniors.

Sunday programs On May 1 at 2 p.m., Steve Charles, previously seen at many Long Island venues, comes to Franklin Square to present his one-man show: Cavalcade of Stars, featuring the vocal styles of Frank Sinatra, Tom Jones, Tony Martin, and more.

Patriotic wreath Wednesday, May 4 at 1 p.m. This is Ms. McGerty's most popular craft. Come show your colors and create a red, white, and blue wreath which will grace your door for the Memorial Day and Fourth of July holidays. Registration begins on Monday, April 18. Fee for materials is $8.00.

Sunflower windsock On Monday, May 2, celebrate Mother's Day by making Mom a sunflower windsock . Grades 1-3. Registration begins Monday, April 25. Each program meets at 4 p.m. All crafts have a materials fee of $1.00 and a class limit of 25.

Flower pot holder On Tuesday, May 3, design a special gift for Mom by making a wooden flowerpot holder. This program is for grades 4-6 and registers on Monday, April 25. Each program meets at 4 p.m. All crafts have a materials fee of $1.00 and a class limit of 25.

Friends of the sea On Saturday, May 14 at 2 p.m.Join local residents Eleanor Poppe, Kathy Levandoski and Louise Young as they introduce kids in grades K- 4 to sea creatures through stories and hands-on experiences. Registration begins on Monday, April 25.

Beautiful braids On Monday, May 16 7 - 8:30 p.m., bring a friend, or come alone, to learn basic braiding techniques as well as hair accessorizing with ribbons and flowers and clips. A video will be presented. Come with freshly washed hair and your own comb and brush. Registration is limited and begins Monday, May 2.

Sunday afternoons On Sunday, May 1 at 2 p.m., Steve Charles, previously seen at many Long Island venues comes to Franklin Square to present his one-man show: CAVALCADE OF STARS, featuring the vocal styles of Frank Sinatra, Tom Jones, Tony Martin, and more.

ook Talk The group meets once a month, usually on the second Tuesday of the month, from 7:15 to 8:45 PM. New members are always welcome. The moderator for the Great Books Discussion Group is Marguerite Rossi. On Jan. 11, we will examine Machiavelli's The Prince.

Sing and Dance The Music of Tony Carson & Company Friday, December 10, at 2 p.m. Come and enjoy the musical antics of these spirited performers. Leave plenty of room in the aisles for dancing. We promise you a lively afternoon of pre-holiday fun. It's our pleasure to welcome Tony back again this year.

Sunday program At 2 p.m.; December 19. Come to the cabaret with DREAM, Michelle K. Moore's solo musical presentation. You'll hear Michelle's rich sound as she performs heart-warming lyrical classics from Broadway, pop, and jazz.

"A Taste of Long Island" to benefit victims of domestic violence

The Nassau County Coalition Against Domestic Violence will present their eighth annual "A Taste of Long Island" sponsored by the Cavit Collection and Bank of America on Monday, January 10, 2005, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Carltun in Eisenhower Park, East Meadow. Tickets are $75.00 for general admission and $100.00 for reserved seating for the first 100 reservations. All proceeds will support the services and programs of the coalition. For further information, and for reservations, call the coalition at (516) 572-0700.