Driver's Ed course The East Rockaway High School PTA is sponsoring a Defensive driving course on Monday, April 3 and Wednesday, April 5 from 7 to 10 p.m. Students, $37, PTA members $40 and others $45. Course graduates can save on their car insurance and have points reduced on their driver's licenses. For more information call Neil Schloth at (516) 812-0164 or Shari Vuotto at (516) 887-4678.


VFW holiday bazaar The VWF of Lynbrook is hosting a huge Holiday Bazaar on Sunday, April 9 from 10 a.m. to 5 pm. Proceeds from the sale of spaces to vendors, concessions and plant sales go directly to the VFW to support their post. In addition, the VFW will have a table to welcome any qualifing Veteran to join the Post. Please support our Veterans by joining us at this very exciting event.The location The Veterans of Foreign War, 235 Merrick Road, Lynbrook.


Mommy/daddy & me classes are at Rhame Avenue Elementary School in East Rockaway, now through May 13 (excluding April 15), Saturdays from 10 a.m. until noon. The program is for children three to five years of age, and costs $65 plus a $10 materials fee. Register in advance by calling Denise Lobascio at (516) 887-8300 ext. 553.


Everyone benefits Our Lady of Peace in Lynbrook and Lord & Taylor invite you to their Garden City Benefit Bash, on Tuesday, April 4, 9 a.m.-10 p.m. at 1200 Franklin Avenue, Garden City. OLP is selling tickets for $5 per person, all of which benefits OLP. The organization that sells the most tickets is eligible to win a bonus check from Lord & Taylor. The more tickets sold, the more money raised! Each ticket holder is entitled to a 20 percent- off coupon; 15% off all sale and regular priced items all day, including cosmetics and fragrances; and the opportunity to win fabulous prizes. To purchase tickets, call Ann Marie Cangelosi at (516) 599-6414 ext. 140; Sister Barbara at (516) 599-7448; Lynn Baumgarten at (516) 593-4884 or Noreen Kaim at (516) 599-5753


Vendors, please The East Rockaway Kiwanis Club is sponsoring an Antique Attic and Appraisal Day on April 22, at Bethany Church, East Rockaway and vendors are needed. Call (516) 593-4457 or (516) 837-8747 for more information.


Care planning Knights of Columbus of Lynbrook, St. Mary's Council #2228 will be sponsoring a seminar on the topic of Long Term Care Planning on Thursday, April 6 at 7 p.m. at St. Mary's Council, 78 Hempstead Avenue, Lynbrook. Both current and prospective members can attend to learn more about Long Term Care and Medicare/Medicaid.Come enjoy a pasta dinner with coffee and cake as our guest as well.

Libraries

East Rockaway Library


Mon. Tues., Thurs. 10 a.m.-9 p.m., WedWed. Fri. Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., 477 Atlantic Ave. For information call (516) 599-1664 or www.nassaulibrary.org/eastrock.


Pass the popcorn Movies for adults will be shown on Friday, April, 7, beginning at 1 p.m. No one under will be 18 admitted.


Aesop drops in On Tuesday, April 18, at 11 a.m., C2 Productions will present the Aesop Fable, "The Lion and the Mouse." The program is for pre-k through 4th grade students. Registration begins Tuesday, March 28.


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.


Two guys and a gal Enjoy an afternoon of Tomfoolery on Saturday, April 1 at 2 p.m., with "Two Guys and A Gal," featuring Les Degen, Mike Kaye and Sara Celine. Music and merriment for all. Admission is free.


North to Alaska Take a virtual tour of the Great White North with Bob and Irma Mandal a.k.a. "The Travel Lights." They will present a multimedia travelogue of Alaska and the Canadian Rockies, along with travel tips. The "tour begins at 2 p.m. on April 18. Admission is free.


Go Fly a Kite The Literary Club of Lynbrook will discuss "The Kite Runner" by Joseph J. Khaled Hosseini on Monday, April 3 at 1 p.m. Copies of the book will be available at the Circulation Desk.

Religious

Thrift shops At Congregation Beth David: on Tuesdays from 1 to 4 p.m.


Our Lady of Lourdes: Wednesdays from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and the first Saturday of the month from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.


St. James United Methodist Church: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.Bethany Congregational Church: Tuesday, Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.


Passover workshop will be offered by the Sisterhood and Men's Club of Congregation Beth David of Lynbrook, 188 Vincent Avenue, Lynbrook, on Monday, April 3, 8:30 p.m. in lieu of Rabbi's discussion group. Highlights will include an overview of Pesach preparations, rituals and readings from the Seder and Hagaddah. For more information, call (516) 599-9464.


Jolson sings The Congregation Beth David Social Committee will present "You Ain't Heard Nothin' Yet" on Sunday, April 9 at 2 p.m., featuring the life and times of entertainer Al Jolson. $7 admission at the door. For more information call


(516) 599-9464.

Senior spotlight

Surfing seniors "Computers For Seniors" will be held at Rhame Avenue Elementary School in East Rockaway from March 22 through May 10 (excluding April 19) on Wednesdays from 5:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. The program carries a $30 fee. Registrations, which are limited to District 19 residents, must be received through Denise Lobascio at 516-887-8300, ext. 553.


Nursing home costs

A seminar will be held to discuss nursing home planning options and costs. If you are concerned about planning for nursing home care, this is a must-attend seminar. Wednesday, April 19, 7:00 p.m., Sunrise Senior Living, 53 Franklin Avenue, Lynbrook. There is no charge to attend this seminar. For more information call Raquel at 516-222-1773.

Clubbing The Senior Citizen Club of Lynbrook meets every Wednesday from 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. for refreshments and from 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. for various programs, at the Greis Park Recreation Building. For more information call Mary at (516) 599-7207 or the Recreation Department at (516) 599-8000.


Sunny days The Senior Sunshine Club of Lynbrook meets the first, second and third Friday of each month at Greis Park, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. All inquiries should be directed to (516) 887-0741 or (516) 599-8000. For information call (516) 481-4060.

Group meetings

La Leche League Women interested in information about breastfeeding are welcomed to attend the next meeting of the Lynbrook/East Rockaway group on Thursday, April 6 at 8:15 p.m. at 659 Scranton Avenue, Lynbrook. Babies are welcomed at the meetings. For more information call 516-593-7976.


Lynbrook AARP chapter holds meetings at the Greis Park administration building the fourth Friday of every month. Refreshments are served at noon, meetings begin at 1 p.m. For information call


(516) 593-1544.


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.


Lynbrook/E. R. Rotary Club meets Wednesdays at 6 p.m. at The Atria, Peninsula Blvd in Lynbrook. For further information call Lucy Tully at 516-317-6151.


Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3350 of East Rockaway is holding a membership drive. Meetings are held at 7 p.m. on the second Tuesday of every month. For more information, call the VFW Post at (516) 887-8170.

Misc.

Meeting room The Senior Care at Lynbrook, 8 Freer Street has a meeting room available, free of charge, seven days a week. The room is available to speakers, local business, fraternal organizations and even musicians. and charitable groups. A chef is also available.


For information, call Erica at


(516) 593-2424.


For all occasions East Rockaway Yacht Club, 115 Althouse Avenue, is available free, Monday through Thursday, to local non-profit civic and charitable groups for regular business meetings. Contact in writing, on organizational stationary to apply for a specific date and time.


'Trash to Treasures' Come find a treasure for yourself on Sunday, April 30 at 12:30 p.m. and Monday, May 1 at 10:00 a.m. Location: Temple Emanu-El of Lynbrook, Saperstein Plaza, (next to the Lynbrook train station.) For more information contact the Temple office @593-4004 Mon-Fri 9 a.m. to 3p.m.


Green ThumbersThe Village of Lynbrook is making applications available for lots at the Lynbrook Community Gardens. Apartment dwellers and homeowners who do no have enough growing space take advantage of this every year. Lots are appoximately 5'x20' and are available to 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 Avenue, near Greis Park. Applications accepted on a first-come-first-serve basis. For more information call Village Hall at 516-599-8300, ext. 206


Spring Flea Market The Women of St. James presents their Spring Flea Market & Craft Fair on Saturday, May 13 from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. Something for everyone. Vendors are welcomed. For more information call 516-599-5148

Ongoing events

Scrap-booking classes with Kristen O'Hagan will be offered Tuesdays from 7:30 p.m. -9 p.m., and Wednesday mornings from 9:45 a.m. - 11 a.m. at the East Rockaway Recreation Center.Babysitting available for the morning sessions only. Fee for the class is $65. includes some materials. Tween scrapping for kids, ages 8 -13 offered from 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Fee is $55. per person and includes some materials. Each session runs for seven weeks. For more information, call (516) 872-0762.


Hoops for her East Rockaway High School will be hosting women's open gym basketball for ages 18 and older, on Thursday nights from 8:00-10:00 p.m., beginning Thursday, March 23. The registration fee is $60 for the 12 week program. Sign up will be held the first night. For more information, contact Lisa Kosotan at (516) 785-1189 or email LMDK15@yahoo.com.