For more information, call 374-9300 ext.223.
The Oceanside Chorale is looking for new members, especially tenors and bases. If you like to sing, they have a position for you. Rehearsals are Wednesday evenings at 8 p.m. starting Sept. 3 at the Merle Avenue School in Oceanside. Call chorale President Frank at 764-2787 for more details.
The AARP Oceanside chapter will be having its first meeting of the fall on Sept. 19 at 12:45 p.m. at St.Anthony's Church, located at 80 Anchor Ave. in Oceanside. Non-members are welcome to attend. Coffee and cake will be served. For more information, call 771-0986.
The Island Park United Methodist Church is sponsoring a roast beef dinner and silent auction on September 20 at 364 Long Beach Road, Island Park, from 5 to 8 p.m. The donation is $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and $5 for children. The auction will include many items: sport memorabilia, tickets to local attractions, gift baskets, and more Call 431-1983 for information.
The New York-Metro Lutheran Church has a long standing partnership with the Lutheran churches of Tanzania. Come and learn more about this fascinating country through the sharing of food, stories and song. Everyone is welcome to attend a presentation by Lois Rimbo at Oceanside Lutheran Church, 62 Davison Ave. Oceanside NY (next to the Oceanside Library) from 10:00 am to noon on Sunday, Sept. 21. No RSVP required. Call 766-0136 for further details.
Comedy Night. The Men's Auxiliary to V.F.W. Post #5199, located at 407 Weidner Ave. in Oceanside, will be holding a comedy night on Sept. 27. The night will include three comedians, dinner and an open bar. The cost is $35 per person. Doors open at 7 p.m, and the show begins at 8:30. For more information, call Scott Miller at 316-4048.
Fall Fair. The First United Methodist Church of Oceanside, located at the cornoer of Atlatntic Ave. and Davison St, will be holding its Fall Fair on Sept. 27 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. The fair will feature pumpking and gourds, wreaths and crafts galore, handmade items, fresh Long Island vegetables, fall flowers, homemade pickles, baked goods, granny's attic and a barbecue lunch. The day will conclude with dinner at 5:30, which will be a choice of spaghetting and meatballs or chicken parmesean served buffet-style for $15 per person. Please call 766-3778 for dinner reservations.
Libraries
Oceanside Library
30 Davison Ave.
Oceanside 766-2360
Sept. 17:Current Issues
Political commentator Barbara Krupit leads a lively and informative discussion of today's headline news stories. 1:30-3pm.
Sept. 17: Creative Writing Workshop: Discovering the Writer Within. Stretch your writing skills with Professor Barbara Novack, plus welcome special guest author, Carol Hoenig, of The Author's Guide To Planning Book Events. 7pm.
Sept. 23: Art Lecture: Van Gogh By Night . Art lecturer Mary Vahey reviews the MoMA's latest exhibition, "Van Gogh By Night" (September 21, 2008-January 4, 2009). 2pm.
Sept. 24: Showtime: Rodgers and Hart. In this multimedia presentation, Jack Schnur performs a musical tribute to the creative genius of the great RichardRodgers and Lorenz Hart. Tickets required. 2pm.
Island Park Library
176 Long Beach Rd.,
Island Park 432-0122
Adults
Sept. 16 at 7 p.m. Long Term Care Planning - Carol Kaplowitz from the Institute for Health and Life Planning will discuss the changes in New York state law regarding long term care.
Sept. 18 at 7 p.m. Island Park Book Club will discuss John Steinbeck's "The Grapes of Wrath."
Sept. 22 at 7 p.m. Wii for Grownups - Come and connect with others through fitness and fun by playing tennis, baseball, bowling, golf and boxing video games.
Teens (ages 10 & up)
Wed., Sept. 17 at 4 p.m. 'Tween Time - Join Ms. Meghan for fun activities, book talk and snacks!
Movies
Adults - all start at 2 p.m. Fri., Sept. 12 - Shine a Light; Fri., Sept. 19 - The Counterfeiters; Fri., Sept. 26 - Young at Heart.
Family Movies - all start at 2 p.m. Sat., Sept. 20 - Nim's Island; Sat., Sept. 27 - The Spiderwick Chronicles.
JCC
Barry and Florence Friedberg JCC
15 Neil Ct., Oceanside 766-4341
Adult Connections Club come join the fun and meet new people at interesting events. All events are from 7:30-9:30 p.m. and cost $10 per person per month. For more information, call Debbie Rosen at 766-4341, ext. 129.
Thursday, September 11: First meeting of the fall season! Join us as we welcome our brand new season with a special performance by opera star Rinaldo Toglia, who will perform our favorite arias. Wine and cheese will be served.
Thursday, September 18: Lecture: New York on Film. Remember King Kong on top of the Empire State building or Audrey Hepburn having Breakfast at Tiffany's? Join Phil Harwood as he takes you on a tour of the great metropolis we know as New York. Refreshments will be served.
Thursday, September 25: Lecture: Life on the International Space Station. Tom Gwyne, VP for programming at the Cradle of Aviation, discusses this fascinating topic, including a history of the US space program and the challenges astronauts face on long-duration space missions. Refreshments will be served.
An Adventure to Mohonk Mountain House The magnificent enchantment of this 266 room Victorian castle sits on thousands of acres of pristine forest and winding trails in the picturesque Hudson Valley, just a few hours from New York. Enjoy a private morning tour of the house, followed by a world famous buffet. After the dining experience, choose from one of two options: enjoy a leisurely one-hour walk outdoors led by a naturalist or for the more active adult, you may choose the hour-long hike. Following the afternoon activity, you will have additional time to explore. The trip takes place on Wednesday, October 29 and costs $107. Please register no later than Friday, October 10.
Trip to Israel The JCC is going to Israel for a very special and unique journey from October 25-November 4, 2008. Full itinerary available upon request. For more information, please contact Joan Goldfaden at 766-4341 ext. 128.
Parent education program The JCC's Parenting Resource Network and the Early Years Matter campaign present experienced early childhood professionals, Alice Brown and Toni Liebman, to discuss why no child will be left behind in a learning environment based on play. Learn how play can be fostered and encouraged by parents and other caregivers at 7 p.m. on Sept. 18. Contact Karen Horowitz at 766-4341, ext. 162 for more information.
Personal Sports Training programs are available with private and group lessons in baseball, basketball, football, hockey and soccer for ages 6 and up. Fees vary depending on sessions purchase. Multiple session discounts available. Sessions are available Monday through Friday and Sundays. Call Robin Furman at 766-4341, ext. 132, or e-mail rfurman@aol.com to set up appointment.
