Village Hall
123 S. Central Ave.
(516) 825-4200
www.valleystreamvillage.org
Board of Trustees
The village board will hold its next work session on Monday, March 2 at 6 p.m. in the Village Hall board room. The next regular business meeting will be held on Monday, March 16 at 7:30 p.m. in the Village Hall court room.
Movies at Village Hall
"College Road Trip" will be shown in the Village Hall court room on Friday, Feb. 27 at 7:30 p.m. Free tickets will be available at the Hendrickson Park administration building one week before the showing.
Town & County
County Legislature
The Nassau County Legislature will hold its next meeting on Monday, Feb. 23 at 10 a.m. in the legislative chambers, 1550 Franklin Ave., Mineola.
Town board
The Hempstead town council will hold its next meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 24 at 10:30 a.m. at the Nathan L. H. Bennett Pavilion, 1 Washington St., Hempstead.
Black History Month
The Town of Hempstead will host a Black History Month celebration on Tuesday, Feb. 24 at 3 p.m. at the Nathan L. H. Bennett Pavilion, 1 Washington St., Hempstead.
Libraries
Henry Waldinger Memorial Library
60 Verona Place, Valley Stream
(516) 825-6422
hwmlcontact@hotmail.com
Library opens at 10 a.m.
Goowin's Balloowins
Children ages 4-12 are invited to this interactive, creative dramatics presentation featuring storytelling, theatre and balloons on Thursday, Feb. 19 at 2 p.m. Volunteers from the audience will be asked to help act out the stories. Registration is required and tickets will be distributed on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Valley Stream Book Club
This month's selection is "Suite Francaise" by Irene Nemmeets. A discussion will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 24, at 7 p.m. in the children's room.
Musical Diversity in America
"Singing the Stories of the West" with Ernie Sites will be presented on Thursday, Feb. 26 at 7 p.m. This program is for children ages 5 and up with a parent or caregiver. Through traditional and contemporary Western music, Cowboy Ernie will educate the audience about historical facts, western customs, and cowboy culture in a lighthearted program. Kids will participate in sing-a-longs, and storytelling as they learn an accurate history of the west. Tickets are required for the performance and are available in the children's room.
Young adult nights
A young adult games night will be held on Friday, Feb. 27 at 6:30 p.m. This is a change from the original date. Teens will play board games, participate in a scavenger hunt and receive prizes. The program is open to students in grades 6-12.
Computer classes
Three computer classes will be offered on Saturday, March 7. Internet Basics and Library Databases will be held from 10 to 11 a.m., Microsoft Word Basics from 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. and Microsoft Excel Basics from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Registration is required for the program.
AARP Senior Tax Aide
Tax help will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Tuesday through April 14. Be sure to bring your W-2 form, all relevant bank and financial statements, 2008 tax forms, and a copy of your 2007 tax return.
Children's Room
There are a wide variety of programs scheduled for February 2009 with Children's Librarian Jaclyn Kunz including Bouncing Babies, Alphabet Soup, Story Craft programs and other seasonal events. Check the children's room calendar in the library or online at www.nassaulibrary.org/valleyst/
CRFebruary2009Calendar.pdf. Registration is required for all programs with first preference given to Valley Stream library cardholders.
Homebound delivery service
Volunteers deliver books to the homes of those with a disability or who are unable to visit the library on a permanent or temporary basis. This service is offered weekly, bi-weekly, monthly or as needed. All you need to do is complete a short application form at the adult reference desk.
Elmont Memorial Library
700 Hempstead Turnpike, Elmont
(516) 354-5280 ext. 221
www.nassaulibrary.org/elmont
Tax help for seniors
Free tax help will be offered by the Town of Hempstead every Monday from noon to 3 p.m. A tax preparation program offered by Hofstra University will be held every Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m.
Bridge With Mimi
Intermediate level classes are held every Tuesday at 10 a.m. This is not a beginner's class - you must have experience in playing the game.
Movie Day
"Aristocats" will be shown on Thursday, Feb. 19 at 1 p.m. and "Wall-E" follows at 4 p.m. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Manga madness
A drawing workshop for teens will be held on Thursday, Feb. 19 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Learn how to draw Japanese-style illustrations with a help of professional artist.
Book discussion
This month's reading selection is "I Feel Bad About My Neck" by Nora Ephron. A discussion will be held on Monday, Feb. 23 at 2 p.m.
Tuesday feature film
The movie "Amazing Grace" will be shown on Feb. 24 at 2 p.m.
Toddlers in Motion
A Toddlers in Motion program for babies 6 months to 2 will be held on Monday, Feb. 23 at 10:15 a.m. Parents can enjoy movement, fingerplays, and favorite children's songs with their kids.
Storytime
Pre-School Storytime for kids ages 3 1/2 to 5 will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 25 at 1:20 p.m.
Family workshop
A Parent/Child Workshop for families will be held on Fridays, Feb. 27, March 6, 13, 20, 27 and April 1 at 11:30 a.m.
Schools
District 13
The Board of Education will hold its next regular business meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 24 at 8 p.m. at the James A. Dever School.
District 24
The next work session will be held on Thursday, Feb. 26 at 7:30 p.m. followed by a business meeting at 8:30 p.m. at the William L. Buck School.
District 30
The Board of Education will hold its next regular business meeting on Monday, Feb. 23 at 8 p.m. in the Shaw Avenue School library.
Central High School District
The Board of Education has scheduled a budget review session for Monday, March 30 at 8 p.m. in the Memorial Junior High School board room.
The Valley Stream Central High School District Athletics Department
Has scheduled a Parent/Coach Information Night on April 6 at 6:30 p.m. at all four schools. For more information about the event, call Ms. Schatz, Athletic Director at Central 561-4407, Mr. Ward, Athletic Director at South 791-0307, Mr. Bachman, Athletic Director at North 564-5556, and Mr. Karamalis, Athletic Director at
Memorial Junior High School
872-7707.
Health
Hearing seminar
A hearing and quality of life seminar will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 17 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 100 Peninsula Blvd. in Lynbrook. The featured speaker will be Jennifer Lazzaro, doctor of Audiology at the Hearing Center of Long Island. If you or someone you know is having trouble hearing, take advantage of this opportunity. A complimentary lunch will be served. For more information or to reserve a spot call (516) 872-8485.
Free heart screening
Franklin Hospital will be offering a free heart health screening on Tuesday, Feb. 24 for American Heart Month. Blood pressure, cholesterol and glucose screenings will be provided by hospital staff in the Shankman Auditorium from 9 to 11 a.m. Appointments are necessary. To make one, or for more information, call the department of external affairs at (516) 256-6397.
Does food rule your life?
Overeaters Anonymous can help with its no dues, no fees and no weigh-ins program. Meetings are held Tuesdays at 7 p.m. in Lawrence at Temple Israel, 160 Central Ave.; Wednesdays at 7:15 p.m. in Cedarhurst at Temple Beth El, Broadway and Locust Avenue; and Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. in Franklin Square at Ascension Lutheran Church, Franklin and Plane avenues. For more information call (516) 794-1333 or visit www.nassauOA.org.
Bereavement Group
Peninsula Counseling Center is forming a bereavement group, which will meet on Wednesdays from 5 to 6 p.m. It will be held 50 W. Hawthorne Ave. in Valley Stream. To join or for more information call Ruth Stern at (516) 569-6600
Health Assessments
Registered nurse June Friedel will be at the Elmont Library on Thursday, Feb. 19 at 10 a.m. She will help identify problems associated with blood pressure, weight control and medication monitoring, and will be available to answer individual questions and for one-on-one counseling.
Groups
Chamber of Commerce
The next networking meeting will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 25 at noon at Villa Marcello, 47 Franklin Ave. The cost is $20 for members and $25 for non-members. For more information call (516) 825-1741.
AHRC Auxiliary brunch
The North Woodmere- Valley Stream Auxiliary of AHRC Nassau will host a St. Patrick's Day brunch on Sunday, March 8 from 1 to 4 p.m. at Cannon's BlackThorn, 49 N. Village Ave. in Rockville Centre. There is a donation of $30 per adult and $20 per child which will benefit children and adults with mental retardation and other developmental disabilities. There will be a hot buffet, open bar, music and raffles. For more information call (516) 835-1026.
AARP Chapter 2686
The next meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 10 at 12:30 p.m. at the Hendrickson Park administration building. A White Elephant sale will be held. Donations are welcome. For more information call Harry at (516) 561-6606.
Historical Society
Judge Robert Bogle will give a historical perspective of the New York State village justice system on Thursday, March 19 at 8 p.m. The lecture is sponsored by the Valley Stream Historical Society and will be held at the Holy Trinity Parish Hall, Brooklyn Avenue and Seventh Street. Admission is free and refreshments will be served. For more information call (516) 561-2115 or 872-4159.
Valley Stream PAL
A competition for twirlers, kickline and pom pom squads will be held on Saturday, March 21 at 10 a.m. at Memorial Junior High School. The event will be hosted by the Valley Stream Police Activities League. All squads are welcome. For more information, e-mail Nancy at nancy704@ hotmail.com.
Valley Stream Civilian Patrol
Meetings are held the last Thursday of each month at Village Hall. The organization is also always looking for new members. For more information call (516) 825-0501 or visit www.valleystreamcivilianpatrol.org.
American Legion
Andrew Fatscher Post 854 will hold a St. Patrick's dance on Saturday, March 21 from 7 to 11 p.m. There will be a corned beef and cabbage dinner, free wine and beer and a cash bar. The BelAirs will be provide entertainment. The cost is $40 per person. For more information call Ed Corell at (516) 945-7496. The post holds its regular meetings the third Thursday of every month at 8 p.m. at the Legion Hall, 51 Roosevelt Ave. For more information call (516) 791-9719.
Garden Club
The group meets the third Thursday of each month at 10:30 a.m. in Hendrickson Park administration building. For more information, call Gloria at at (516) 285-8957.
L.I. Society of Italian Americans
The Valley Stream-based organization is always looking for new members. If interested in joining, call Ernie at (516) 285-9700.
Community Bulletin Board
The Chamber of Commerce provides non-political and non-profit community groups the opportunity to post its ongoing, written notices of activities for free at the Long Island Rail Road station. Information should be addressed to: Valley Stream Chamber of Commerce, P.O. Box 1016, Valley Stream, NY 11582, ATTN: Community Bulletin Board.
Religious
Become empowered
Devotions and empowerment workshops are held every other Wednesday evening at the Baha'i Center of Nassau County. For time and dates, call Vito at (516) 779-2690. All are welcome.
Adult Bible Study
Holy Name of Mary Church will host an adult bible study next month. On Wednesday, March 4 at 7:30 p.m. in the cafeteria, there will be a study of the Gospel according to Luke with Deacon Clyde. Luke recounts the story of Jesus' life, death and resurrection. On Thursday, March 5 at 9:45 a.m. in the outreach building, there will be an introduction to Genesis with Jo Pascuzzi. Encounter the faith of Israelites and their descendants. The cost is $15. To sign up or for more information call Pascuzzi at (516) 825-2003.
Ongoing
Braille Workshops
Temple Gates of Zion holds Braille workshops every Monday from 10 a.m. to noon. Volunteers are needed to help children with string art. Helen Keller Services provides the material. For more information call (516) 561-2308.
ESL classes
English as a Second Language classes are held every Wednesday from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Baha'i Center of Nassau County, 11 W. Jamaica Ave. All are welcome and the classes are free. For information call (516) 779-9298.
Learn local history
Tours of the Pagan-Fletcher Restoration are given every Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m. by members of the Valley Stream Historical Society. The house is at 143 Hendrickson Ave. Donations are accepted. For more information call (516) 872-4159.
African Dance
Classes are held every Wednesday evening from 7 to 8 p.m. in the
Grace United Methodist Church gymnasium. There is a suggested donation of $7 per adult and $5 for students and seniors. For more info call Yvette Jones at (516) 285-1979.
