Library Events

Malverne Public Library


61 St. Thomas Place


(516) 599-0750


Container Gardening Learn how to beautify porches, decks and paved surfaces. A Master Gardener from the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Nassau County will help you solve other planting problems in an informative discussion on Thursday, March 30 from 2 to 4 p.m. Learn the basic concepts needed to select plants and containers, plant your plants and then maintain them. Find out what else can be panted other than annuals.


Malverne Kids! Nominate your favorite book for the 3 Apple Book Award. Let everyone in New York State know, what book is your favorite. If you are in 3rd through 6th grades or are 8012 years-old, pick up a nomination form from the library. Nominate a specific book title, not a whole series and return the form to your librarian. Nominations will be accepted up to March 31. More information is available at www.3applesbookaward.org.


Compost Gardening is a valuable addition to the soil. Its presence improves the soil by binding particles together, increasing its water-holding capacity and releasing nitrogen and other nutrients for plant use. Learn how to create and maintain your own compost and use it in your garden on Monday, April 3 from 2 to 4 p.m.. Two master gardeners from the Cornell Cooperative Extension will demonstrate and answer all questions. Register at the library.


Computer 2nd Grade for grownups In this workshop you will learn how to work with numbers including inputting, inserting, mocing and erasing and get an introduction to spreadsheets including an understanding of basic techniques, creating a workbook, inputting data, editing data, formulas and functions, working with columns and rows, formatting and spreadsheet design on Saturday, April 8 from 10a.m. to 12 p.m. Register at the library.


Dramatic reading and performanc as David Houston will perform an adaptation "in the style of radio drama" of the Spring 2006Long Island Reads selection for Nassau and Suffolk County library's, "Amagansett." Mr. Houston will do a dramatized reading followed by featured pop tunes and suspense movie music of he 1940's period. Mark Mills' intriguing mystery is set in 1947 and is rich in the culture and history of Long Island, Thursday, April 13 from 2 p.m. to 3:30. Register at the Library.


Vegetable Gardening Learn soil preparation, planting, transplanting, seeding and mulches. Master Gardener Matthew will discuss vegetable gardening, including different varieties suitable to your soil makeup, how to harden them and transplant without shocking your plants, Thursday, April 20 from 2 p.m. to 4. Register at the library.


The Forest for the Trees Independent film directed by Maren Ade. Melanie leaves home to become a teacher, armed with alternative methods and bright-eyed optimism. Soon enough, though, storm clouds begin to form: she's tortured by her students and rejected by her colleagues. There's no comfort in her personal life, either, as loneliness begins to take its toll. Eager for some kind of companionship aside from the creepy Thorsten, the only co-worker her age, Melanie orchestrates a "chance meeting" will her attractive neighbor and begins to insinuate herself into her neighbors life. Friday, April 21 from 2 p.m. to 3:30. German with English subtitles. 81 min. Register at the library.


Mother/Daughter Skin Care on Monday, April 24 from 7 p.m. to 8. Attention: mothers and Daughters! Come share in an informative presentation on one of today's most popular topics -- Skincare...the natural way. This is one topic that sparks a mutual interest for moms and their daughters alike. Learn about exfoliating, peels, history of skincare and what to look for in skincare products. Lots of great information and simple recipes that you can create at home. Register at the library.


West Hempstead


Public Library


252 Chestnut Street


(516) 481-6591


Computer 3rd Grade Continue learning more functions in this two-hour class in the Windows environment that emphasizes understanding your computer and the control panel, pop-up menus, search, creating shortcuts, and Window Explorer on Monday, April 3 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.


Free tax assistance AARP will provide tax assistance for seniors on Fridays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Began Feb. 3 and ends April 7. Please remember to bring your 2004 tax returns as well as all your paperwork and W2 forms relating to your 2005 returns.


Computer 5th Grade Learn how to save data and photographs to a CD/DVD. Burn your own mix of favorite music using the popular Windows Media Player. Practice how to save to a 3 1/5 inch floppy drive and other types of external storage devices on Monday, April 24 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.


Lakeview Public Library


1120 Woodfield Rd.


Rockville Centre


(516) 536-3071


Financial planning for Women and the Men Who Love them will be presented on Thursday, March 30 at 7 p.m. by Ms. Ida Epstein. This course supplies clear advice, good information and smart money management techniques. Emphasis is on understanding the language of investments and the basic concepts of investing We will discuss various strategies for successful saving and investing and how to avoid the common obstacles toward reaching success. Learn how to build a more secure financial future with as little as $50 a month. All materials supplied.Registration is required by Monday, March 27. Call or stop by the library.


Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program offers free tax assistance for seniors. All patrons need to bring is a copy of their last year's completed tax forms and we'll do the rest. Appointments will be on a first-come, first-served basis. Call the library to schedule your appointment between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Monday, April 3 and 10. Call the library or stop by if you have an questions.


When Health Insurers or HMOs say No On Wednesday, April 12 at 2 p.m., L. Susan Slavin, Esq. and Jeffrey C. Daniels, Esq. of the Nassau County Bar Association will present helpful information about insurers and HMOs. What do you do when your health insurance carrier refuses to pay for medical treatment? The attorneys will explain how to challenge denial of payment for medical procedures. Call the library fro more info.


Receiver of Taxes Don X. Clavin will give library patrons an opportunity to ask questions and get answers on pertinent questions concerning town taxes. The Q&A session will follow the presentation on Thursday, April 13 at 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.Please call or stop by the library to register before the program date.


Homework Help The autumn semester has begun and so has Homework Help at the Lakeview Library. Every Tuesday and Thursday, 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m., children in grades K-12 are invited to attend instructional sessions with certified New York State teachers. Classes in math, science, social studies and English/Language Arts will be provided. Registration is required and ongoing.

At the Schools

SAT I and II registration deadline on April 3 for the MAy 6 test.


West Hempstead PTSA meeting will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Monday April 3 in the middle school cafeteria.


Joint Program Meeting of the PTA, PTSA and SEPTA to held on April 3 at 8 p.m. in the middle school cafeteria.


Malverne Saturday Academy for 8th Grade Science at 8:45 a.m. on April 1.


Malverne Davison Avenue School PTA meeting at the Davison Library will be held on Monday, April 3 at 7:30 p.m.


Malverne Maurice Downing PTA meeting will be held at 7 p.m. in the MWD library on Tuesday, April 4.


Malverne High School PTSA meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 5 at 7:30 p.m. in the high school library.


Malverne's Howard T. Herber PTA meeting will be held in the HTH library at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 6.


Malverne Davison Avenue School picture day will be Friday, April 7.

Religious Services and events

Malverne Jewish Center.


1 Norwood Ave.


593-6364


Monday Minyans are at 7:30 p.m. Saturday morning services start at 9:30 a.m.


The art of the scribe Explore history, techniques and styles used in writing the Torah, Mezzuzah and T'fillin Mondays at 11 a.m. at Malverne Jewish Center.


Cantorial circle Learn the different melodies that have come down through the ages on Sundays at 9:30 a.m. (following minyan). at Malverne Jewish Center.


Yiddish & Yiddishkeit Tuesdays at 7 p.m. Led by Dr. Sol Goldman at Malverne Jewish Center.


Rashi's commentary on GENESIS Shabbat at 5 p.m. afternoons in the Garden Room at the Malverne Jewish Center, led by Shlomoh Sachs. Knowledge of Hebrew not necessary. Everyone welcome.


Rashi's commentary on Deuteronomy Shabbat afternoons, ongoing. Torah reading/cantillation Sunday mornings, following Minyan. Call 593-6364 for reservations and information.


Grace Lutheran Church


400 Hempstead Avenue


Malverne


516-599-6626


Services of Holy Communion are on Saturdays at 5 p.m. and Sundays at 8 and 10:15 a.m. Sunday school and Bible study are at 9 a.m. For the season of lent evening prayer will be on Wednesdays at 8 p.m. All are invited.


The Jewish Community


Center of West Hempstead (JCCWH)


711 Dogwood Ave.,


West Hempstead.


(516) 481-7448


Daily Minyan services held Mondays through Thursdays at 6:40 a.m. and 8 p.m.; on Fridays at 6:40 a.m. and candle lighting and on Sundays at 8:30 a.m. and 8 p.m.


For the entire month of March we will be collecting all kinds of kosher Passover food (no matzo, please). There will again be bins in the JCC lobby where you may drop off food. Members of the JCC will collect the food from these bins and drop off the food at the Alex Rubinger Food Pantry. The Pantry will distribute the Pesach food to needy people in Nassau County.


The Sisterhood of the Jewish Community Center of West Hempstead invites you to join us as we present not one, but THREE uproariously funny stand-up comedians - for one night only! This event will take place on Sunday, April 2 at 7:30 p.m. at the JCCWH. Cost is $15 per person (includes coffee and cake) Everyone is invited - bring your friends and neighbors! You MUST reserve in advance - we need to have your reservation and check in the office by Monday, March 20th at the latest! Send check to JCC office at 711 Dogwood Ave, West Hempstead NY 11552


Mitzvah of the Month by the Sisterhood of the Jewish Community Center of West Hempstead will be held on April 16 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Parker Geriatric Center, New Hyde Park, help the residents of Parker Geriatric Center on one of their busiest days of the year. Transport seniors to and from services and to meals and help serve meals. Breakfast and lunch will be served to you by Parker Geriatic Center! Meet at the temple lobby at 8:30 on Sunday morning. Call 481-7448 for more information.


Models of Jewish piety from the past to the present as part of the Adult Education of the JCCWH in cooperation with Congregation Beth Israel will be held on Monday, April 24 at Congregation Beth Israel located at141 Hilton Ave., Hempstead. This class will be lead by Rabbi Art Vernon. All are welcome. Free.


Kosher Food drop People in our community depend on food pantries to feed themselves and their families. Help the Alex Ribinger Food Pantry provide kosher Passover food to needy people in Nassau County. Please drop off kosher food items, no matzah, to the bins in the JCCWH lobby. Your help is greatly appreciated.


Community Presbyterian


12 Nottingham Rd., Malverne, 11565


(516)599-3220


Sunday Morning worship services are at 9:45 am followed by religious education for all ages at 11:00.Children are encouraged to join in all aspects of worship, but child care is also provided. Community Presbyterian Church is committed to extending the all encompassing welcome of Jesus Christ to all seeking God's healing grace.


Money, Making it on What You've Got, 7:30 p.m. April 6. A seminar on debt, credit and savings from a Christian point of view. Presented by the Long Island Council of Churches and the Life Improvement Support Network (a partnership between Community Presbyterian Church and Queens Counseling Services).


Holy Week Services April 9, Palm Sunday Celebration; 9:45 a.m. April 13, Holy Thursday Worship: 4 pm.; a service of communion and foot washing. April 14, Good Friday Worship, 7:30 pm; A service of remembering the death of Jesus Christ, April 16, Easter Sunday Sunrise Service, 7:00 am, Tanglewood Preserve at the Gazebo Easter Celebration 9:45 a.m; celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus Christ through drama, music and more.


Our Lady of Lourdes R.C. Church


65 Wright Ave.


Malverne, 11565


(516)599-1269


Services will be held on each Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. during the Advent season. Each service will have a procession, prayers, songs, homily and fellowship afterwards.

Meetingsin & Around Town

West Hempstead Neighborhood Watch meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 4 in the George Washington Elementary School's Teacher's Lounge at 7 p.m. Coordinator of the WHNW is Commander of the Auxiliary Police Unit #116, Neal Rosenblatt. For further information, e-mail Neat at ncap116@aol.com


Cancer support group regularly the first Monday of every month from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Open to all cancer survivors, including family members. Held in Franklin Hospital's Greenberg Conference Room. For additional information call Meg Wehrum, R.N. at (516) 256-6509.

Mothers of Malverne and the surrounding communities meet monthly to share friendship, plan activities for their children and hear guest speakers. $20 annual membership fee. Meeting will be held at the Malverne Library at 7:30 p.m. Contact Arlene Colannino at momsofmalverne.tripod.com.


Malverne Neighborhood Watch meets every third Wednesday of the month at the Malverne Public Library. For more information, call Joe Lanzetta, president, at 599-2343.


The West Hempstead Public Library's Board of Trustees meets the fourth Monday of every month.


The Malverne Public Library's Board of Trustees meets the third Monday of every month.

Center for Science Learning

1 Tanglewood Road,


Rockville Centre


(516) 764-0045


Sci-Fi Friday Nights Kids spend an evening watching Disney’s Ice Age. (Rated G). Includes science presentation on Ice Age. Popcorn and giggles provided. Member $6, non-members $8. April 7th, 7-9 pm.


Native American Exhibit- The Center for Science invites parents and children to enjoy their exciting, hands-on Native A.m.erican Exhibit. Children will experience life in a wig-wa.m., make wa.m.pum necklaces, grind corn and play Native A.m.erican ga.m.es in this one-of-a-kind exhibit. Special learning stations along the pond uncover uses of plants and trees in native life. Now through April 30.

Thrift Shops

Our Lady of Lourdes Church's thrift shop, located at Park Boulevard and Sheehy Place in Malverne, is open on Wednesdays from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and on the first Saturdays of the month from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. For more information call (516) 599-1269.


Malverne Community Presbyterian Church's thrift shop is open Wednesdays from 10 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. and the first Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. in the church hall on Nottingham Road.


The Congregation Beth Israel thrift shop is open every Tuesday, from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m.

peninsula counseling Center events

Support Group for Parents of


Disabled Children is Now Forming - Now there is help and assistance for those raising a developmentally disabled child thanks to South Shore Services for the Handicapped. Sponsored by Peninsula Counseling Center, the group meets every Monday from 7:30-8:30 Pm at 124 Franklin Place, Woodmere. Information from Peggy Grosman , program coordinator, at 569-6600 Extension 225


Eating disorders program of Peninsula Counseling Center offers groups for obesity as well as treatment for anorexia, bulimia and compulsive eating. Julie Livingston conducts the program at 381 Sunrise Highway, Lynbrook. Call 599-1181 for information.


Coping with the loss of a spouse is the focus of the group now forming at Peninsula Counseling Center, 124 Franklin Place, Woodmere. Recently bereaved widows and widowers over 60 years of age are invited to join. Under the leadership of Ruth Stern, CSW, the group will meet Wednesdays from 5 to 6 p.m. Call 569-6600, ext. 278.


Alzheimer's and dementia sufferers aged 60 and over are welcome at the Club, a social supportive program sponsored by Peninsula Counseling Center. The club meets Mondays and Wednesdays for women, Tuesdays and Thursdays for men, from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at 1355 Noel Ave., Hewlett. Call 374-9253 for more information.


Drug and Alcohol Abuse Program to help individuals and families recover from the ravages of substance abuse is available at the Chemical Dependence Treatment Services of Peninsula Counseling Center. Group and individual therapy sessions, adult and adolescent treatment are available. Strict confidentiality observed. Tricia Baylis, LMSW coordinator at 73 South Central Ave., Valley Stream. Phone 872-9698.


Gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender individuals are served in the Pride program of Peninsula Counseling Center. Individual and group counseling in a supportive, gay-affirmative environment. Also, a support group for parents of gay and lesbian individuals. Strict confidence observed. Meets evening hours at the Lawrence office, 270 Lawrence Avenue. Information at 239-1945.


South Shore Services for the Handicapped provides individual, family and group counseling, as well as support and advocacy for those with disabilities and their families. Sponsored by Peninsula Counseling Center. 124 Franklin Place, Woodmere. Contact Peggy Grosman, program coordinator, at 569-6600 Extension 225.


Project Cares is a social day program for men and women 60 and over who are considered frail due to physical or mental difficulties. Sponsored by Peninsula Counseling Center, the group meets Monday through Thursday at St. Joseph's Church School Building, Broadway, Hewlett. Transportation provided within a limited area. Information at 374-9278.


Teen girls' socialization groups that help build self-confidence, enhance social skills and improve academic performance are offered by Peninsula Counseling Center, 124 Franklin Place, Woodmere. Girls, ages 14-15: Kathy Schmitt, LMSW. Girls, ages 16-18: Kelly Farrell, LMSW. Information at 569-6600.


High School Boys ages 14-18 are Invited to a New Socialization Group that is now forming. "Doing Better with Friends, Family and at School" is sponsored by Peninsula Counseling Center. Led by Steven Levey, the group will meet each Wednesday from 5:45 to 7:00 p.m. at 381 Sunrise Highway, Lynbrook. For information, call: 599-1181.


Dealing with teenagers The Parent Place, a program sponsored by Peninsula Counseling Center for parents whose teenagers are resistant to therapy. "Custom-made" strategies for handling specific problems. Crisis intervention, support, guidance. 124 Franklin Place, Woodmere. Information from Barbara Margelefsky, LMSW, at 569-6600.