The East Rockaway-Lynbrook Democratic Club will be hosting their annual dinner at the Palace of Wong, Sunrise Hwy, Rockville Centre. on Sunday June 10, from 6 to 10:30 p.m. Nassau Country Legislator Jeff Tobak will be the guest speaker, $25 per person. Reservations are preferred, call Ray (516) 594-6997 or Doris (516) 593 8343 for more information.
Cruisin¹ Thursdays Lynbrook Chamber of Commerce announces its annual Car Show. This event is taking place on June 7-10, and continues every Thursday night at 7 p.m. until August. on Atlantic Ave. between Sunrise Hwy. and Merric Rd. Music, DJ¹s and pure family fun.
Huckleberry Frolic Sponsored by the East Rockaway Sons of The Legion, the 38th annual Huckleberry Frolic will be held on Sat., June 9, kicking off with a 10 a.m. parade into the park and festivities to follow in Memorial Park. There will be a Party Planet Baby Parade starting at 11 a.m., with special guest SpongeBob Square Pants. At 1 p.m. residents will put on the 4th Annual East Rockaway Idol Talent Show; at 2 p.m. Rio Academy will present a karate demo; A dog obedience show will be performed at 3 p.m. The petting zoo is ongoing from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Masons will provide free CD identification for children from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Senior Center. Liberty Hose Co. will run a fire drill from 2-3 p.m. Raffles at 4:14 p.m. Boy Scouts, schools, good food, arts and crafts vendors, raffles, white elephant and book sales. Residents to bring old movies, CD¹s, VHS tapes to the white elephant sale, where they will later be distributed to area VA hospitals. DJ entertainment by FM Entertainment of East Rockaway. Rain date, June 16. For more information call (516) 593-4457.
Sign up for soccer The Lynbrook/East Rockaway Soccer Club will be holding Fall Intramural Soccer Registration, open to boys and girls in Grades K through 8, at the Greis Park Recreation Center on Wilbur Street, in Lynbrook, on Thursdays, June 7 and 14, from 7:30 to 9 p.m. and Saturday, June 16 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Secret Gardens of Malverne
Malverne Merchants and Professional Association will present The Secret Gardens of Malverne Tour 2007 on Sat., June 16 from noon til 4 p.m. This walking tour and garden tea party is $25 per ticket ($30 the day of the event) and can be purchased at ³Once Upon a Time Collectibles², 288 Hempstead Ave., in Malverne. For more information call (516) 596-1294. The contribution will go to benefit The Malverne Beautification Project.
Vacation Bible School will be open to all children from kindergarten through completed fifth grade in 2007, on Sunday, June 24 to Thursday, June 28 from 6:30-8:45 p.m. There is no charge for the VBS program. Lynbrook Baptist Church, 225 Earle Ave.Lynbrook. Call to register (516) 599-9402 or visit www.lynbrookbaptist.org
The Prodigal Daughter The Journey from Ashes to Glory, Wed., June 27, 7:30 p.m. at St. Frances de Chantal, Wantagh. in the Msgr. Smulski Room.Evening of scripture and song presented by Doreen Firestone, Mezzo-Soprano and Leader of Song at Our Lady of Peace Parish in Lynbrook. A non-perishable food donation for the St. Frances Parish Social Ministry Food Pantry would be most appreciated.
World War II Day On Sat., June 30, the Maple Pointe and the American Legion, Rockville Centre Post #303 will be hosting a World War II day. Movies, WWII artifacts, special guest speakers, including Pat Yngstrom, deputy director of Veterans Services, and refreshments. 10 a.m. to 12 noon, 260 Maple Ave., Rockville Centre. Seating is limited. RSVP to Pat Maher or JoAnne Walsh, Community Relations, (516) 764-4848 ext. 222.
Stars and Stripes Festival The Village of East Rockaway will host the 1st annual Stars and Stripes Festival on Thurs., July 5 (rain date July 6.) Held at the newly refurbished waterfront on Main Street, from 5 to 9 p.m. Enjoy food served by the Fishery, a magician, DJ, Salsa dance lessons, a hoola hoop contest, carnival games and prizes, a bounce house, cotton candy and popcorn, an old-fashioned Pie and Chili Bake Off contest, Leggz Ltd. Dance ³Disneyworld² revue, a spectacular ³Salute to America² show, and culminating with a grande finale of fireworks.
Recreation
East Rockaway Recreation is offering the following spring programs: For more information call (516) 887-6321.
Basketball for Women Pay as you play, $5 a session, Tuesday nights, 8-10 p.m. East Rockaway High School. Women ages 15 and up. More info contact Lisa Kosotan at (516) 603-3577.
Parent Toddler Playtime Allows parents and toddlers to participate in playtime, art, storytime and music in a relaxed environment. On Mon. and Fri. 9:45 - 11 a.m. For 8 Sessions from Mar. 19 to May 24. Fee $65. Adult Workshops with Marisa Yoga Stretch and Tone with Marisa, at the E. Rockaway Recreation Center, 475 Atlantic Avenue. Hip Hop classes Wed. nights 8-9 p.m. and Mon. nights 7-8 p.m. Work out and dance to your favorite pop music. Register on Tuesdays from 7-9 p.m. Fee $40 per person (per class). Classes begin Mon., June 11 and run through Jul.,30. Questions? Call (516) 887-6321
Boys Summer Lacrosse Camp East Rockaway Recreation, located at 475 Atlantic Ave. will be offering a Lacrosse Camp that will be run by Johns Hopkins Graduate and All- American National Champion James Detommaso, who has also coached the Long Island Lizzards, a Professional Lacrosse team. Assisted by Brian Soper, goalie of the year from Adelphi Univ. Boys grades 3-7. On July 16 to July 20 at the John Street Complex from 1-4 p.m. Fee is $100 per person and includes one reversible tank top and water bottle. Equipment required; Lacrosse stick and a mouthpiece. Register every Mon. and Thurs from 9:30-11 a.m. and every Tues. and Wed. from 7-8 p.m. For more information call (516) 887-6321.
Infant Massage A hands on calss for parents to learn to massage their infant or toddler, which helps strengthen the immune system, relieve gas, and colic as well as promote good sleep. Tuesdays from 9:15-10:15 am. $30 for four sessions. Class is ongoing.
Lynbrook Recreation is offering the following summer programs: For more information call (516) 599-8000.
Pre-school playgroup: Ages 3 &4, July 9 thru Aug. 16; registration fee $70. Call for more details.
Intro to arts & crafts: July 10 thru Aug. 15, two sessions; Fee, $35
Art program: Ages 5-7; Aug. 20-24, two sessions; Combination class, must register for both.
Libraries
East Rockaway Library
Mon. Tues., Thurs. 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Wed.. Fri. Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., 477 Atlantic Ave. For information call (516) 599-1664 or www.nassaulibrary.org/eastrock.
Lynbrook Public Library
Mon. Wed. Thurs. 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Tues., 1 p.m.-9 p.m.; Fri.& Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Eldert St. and Carpenter Ave. Call (516) 599-8630, or www.nassaulibrary.org/lynbrook.
Religious
Hewlett-East Rockaway Jewish Centre, Congregation Etz Chaim, 295 Main St., East Rockaway. (516) 599-2634; fax (516) 599-2851, or E-mail office@herjc.org
Daily Minyan Religious Services: Regular: Mon. & Thurs., 6:50 a.m.; Tues, Wed, & Fri at 7 a.m., Saturday at 9 a.m. and Sunday and legal holidays, 8:30 a.m.
Rosh Chodesh: Monday through Friday, 6:40 a.m., Sunday and legal holidays, 8:30 a.m.
Evenings: Mon. through Thurs., and Sunday and legal holidays, 8 p.m.; Fridays, 7 p.m. Saturdays, times vary with sunset times.
Temple Emanu-El
Golf Tournament: Thurs. June 7 at Lido Beach Golf Club. Registration required.
Judaica Shop: Judaic gifts, party favors, Shabbat, Bar and Bat Mitzvah gifts. For more information call the Temple at (516) 593-4004. Temple Emanu-El is located at One Saperstein Plaza, Lynbrook.
Congregation Beth David
Special Event: Brooklyn Cyclone Baseball game on Tuesday, June 26, $18 per person includes game tickets and pizza dinner (carpool to Brooklyn's Keyspan Park) Tickets limited.
Smoke Free Bingo Tues. 10:30 a.m. In Korman Hall, Early Bird Specials preceding games. Free coffee before 9 a.m. sandwiches, coffee/tea and snacks available for purchase. For further information, contact the synagogue office (516)599-9464.
Thrift Shop Tues. 1:30-3:30 p.m.
Large selection of new and gently used merchandise, including clothing, shoes, jewelry, household appliances and equipment, glassware bric-a-brac, books, etc. priced to sell, on second floor at 188 Vincent Ave., Lynbrook. Donations of merchandise accepted contact office (516) 599-9464
Judaica shop Specialty gift shop features unique holiday items and special Shabbat, Bar/Bat Mitzvah, wedding gifts and other unusual merchandise. Contact Joan at synagogue office (516) 599-9464
Sisterhood Book Group Ongoing group meets approximately once every six weeks Thurs. 3:30 p.m. lively dicussion on books chosen and read by members. Contact Rita at synagogue office (516)599-9464
senior Citizens
Put sunshine in your life The Senior Sunshine Club of Lynbrook meets the first, second and third Friday of every month at Greis Park, Lynbrook from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information call (516) 887-0741, (516) 599-8000, or (516) 481-4060.
AARP meetings The Lynbrook AARP Chapter #3565 meets the 4th Fri. of the month at the Greis Park Rec. Center, One Wilbur St., Lynbrook. Call (516) 593-1544.
East Rockaway seniors meet The senior center is open on Mondays and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Come and socialize with your fellow seniors from the neighborhood. For more information, and for upcoming events, call Director Elaine Scheinfeld at (516) 887-6322.
Senior Citizen Club of Lynbrook Weds. from 11 a.m.-12 noon for refreshments, 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. for programs. Call Mary at (516) 599-7207 or the Recreation Dept. (516) 599-8000.
Support groups
Calling All Moms! The Mothers' Center of Southwest Nassau, 100 Main St., East Rockaway, is offering a discussion group for new members where moms can meet and share the joys and challenges of motherhood. Meeting Fridays from 1-2:30 pm, for four weeks. Registration for this group begins on April 30. Child care is provided during group time. Call to learn more about the center and about many other groups and social events available. (516) 599-7788.
Breastfeeding support Women interested in information and support about breastfeeding their baby are welcome to attend regular meetings. Phone help is available. For more information call Barbara at (516) 593-7976.
Group meetings
Rotary Club Rotary meets Wednesdays at 6 p.m. at The Atria, Peninsula Blvd in Lynbrook. For further information call Lucy Tully at 516-317-6151.
All American The American Legion Post #335 holds meetings on the first Thurs. of each month from 3:30-5:30 p.m. at the VFW Hall, 235 Merrick Rd. in Lynbrook. New members welcomed. For more information call Henry at (516) 593-6163 or (516) 887-4260, or Jack (516) 887-4260.
The Homemakers Council of Nassau County, Lynbrook day chapter meets every Monday at 10 a.m. at the Lynbrook Recreation Center. For information call (516) 599-8650
Ciao, Italian Americans! The Long Island Society of Italian Amerimeets on the 2nd Tues. of the month at the Elks Club. 200 members, sponsor bus trips, dances, special events, etc. If you would like to join, call Ernie at (516) 285-9700.
Members wanted St. Mary's Council #2228 is looking for new members. If you are a Catholic male age 18 or over, who lives in Nassau County call Brian Barry, Recording Secretary and Public Relations Coordinator at (516) 426-2356.
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3350 of East Rockaway accepting members. Meetings at 7 p.m. on the second Tues. of every month. For more information, call the VFW Post at (516) 887-8170.
Ongoing
Calling all animal lovers The Center for Science Teaching and Learning (CSTL), is searching for volunteers to assist with its upcoming Amazing Animals Exhibit at the Sands Point Preserve in Port Washington. opens June 9 through January 14, 2008. Volunteers are needed to assist with the care of animals, serve as exhibit docents, assist with field trips, and more. Searching for teachers, photographers, graphic artists or veterinarians. A collaborative effort between CSTL and Nassau County Department of Parks, Recreation, and Museums. Hours, Wed. through Mon. 10 a.m. to 5 pm. closed Tuesdays. Admission, $8 adults, $6 for children/seniors. Call (516)764-0045, email helpdesk@cstl.org, or visit www.CSTL.org.
What tree would you be? The Tree Advisory Board of East Rockaway is seeking eight resident volunteers to serve on the board ‹ preferably one from each sector of the village of East Rockaway. Interested parties can call Village Hall at (516) 887-6300, and leave your name if you'd like to participate.
Boat docking is available at Talfor Boat Basin, Main and Dock Sts., East Rockaway. $45 and $53 per foot, depending on boat size, for the summer season. Contact Village Hall at (516) 887-6310 or mail request to Village of East Rockaway, Boat Slips, P. O. Box 189, East Rockaway, N.Y. 11518.
SeniorCare space available Room available, available to speakers, local business, fraternal organizations and even musicians. and charitable groups. A chef is available. For information, call (516) 593-2424.
How does your garden grow? Lynbrook village is making applications available for lots at the Lynbrook Community Gardens. Apartment dwellers and homeowners who do not have enough sunny property make use of the opportunity every year. Lots are approximately five feet by 20 feet and are available for Lynbrook residents at a cost of $35 per lot, which includes a $10 refundable fee for gate and water keys. The gardens are located at the end of Wright Ave., near Greis Park. Applications will be accepted on a first come, first served basis. For more information, call Village Hall at (516) 599-8300, ext. 206.
