123 S. Central Ave.
(516) 825-4200
www.valleystreamvillage.org
Village Board
The board of trustees will hold its next regular business meeting on Monday, July 20 at 7:30 p.m. in the Village Hall court room.
Movies at the Pool
"Bedtime Stories" will be shown in the children's interactive play area on Monday, July 20 at 8:30 p.m.
Community Band
The Valley Stream Community Band will hold its next performance of the year on Tuesday, July 21 at 8 p.m. at the John Smith Band Shell. The New York Elks Lodge will perform a flag ceremony.
Summer concert series
The Cascades will perform at the John Smith Band Shell on Wednesday, July 22 at 8 p.m. The rain date is July 24.
District symphony orchestra
The Central High School District's symphony orchestra performs every Thursday through July 30, at 8 p.m. at the John Smith Band Shell.
Learn to swim
Children's swimming lessons will be offered on Mondays and Wednesdays, July 27-Aug. 19, and on Tuesdays and Thursdays, July 28-Aug. 20. Each session contains eight lessons and are available to children age 18 months to 12 years. The cost is $40.
Libraries
Henry Waldinger Library
60 Verona Place, Valley Stream
(516) 825-6422
hwmlcontact@hotmail.com
Library opens at 10 a.m.
Young adult programs
A teen skit night will be held on Friday, July 17. Prizes will be awarded for the best performances. A video games night takes place on Friday, July 24. A writing night will be held on Friday, July 31. A guest author will work with teens on creative writing projects. All programs are for students in grades 6-12 and begin at 6:30 p.m.
The Book Review
Children in grades 3-4 are invited to discuss "The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane" by Kate DiCamillo on Wednesday, July 29 at 4 p.m. Stop by the library to pick up a copy to read.
The Review Crew
Children in grades 5-6 will read and discuss "From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler" by E.L. Konigsburg on Thursday, July 30 at 4 p.m. Stop by the library to pick up a copy.
Reader's Theatre
Children in grades 3-6 are invited to share literature by reading aloud and performing scripts of popular children's stories. The children will participate in theater games, be assigned roles and rehearse scripts with their group, with a brief performance at the end of each session. The program meets on Thursdays July 16, 23, 30, Aug. 13 and 20 at 6:30 p.m.
Children's Room
The children's room has a wide variety of programs scheduled for June with children's librarian Jaclyn Kunz. Programs include Bouncing Babies, Alphabet Soup, Story Craft programs, and other seasonal events. Check the calendar in the library or online at www.nassaulibrary.org/valleyst/
CRJuly2009Calendar.pdf.
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 Library
700 Hempstead Turnpike, Elmont
(516) 354-5280 ext. 221
www.nassaulibrary.org/elmont
Light up your life
Teens will make colorful lamp designs on Thursday, July 16 at 6 p.m. Create these designs using paper and permanent markers, then attach it to the exterior surface of the provided lamp.
Game day
Adults are invited for a fun-filled afternoon of board games on Friday, July 17 at 1 p.m. Bring your own or play one of the library's - bridge, scrabble, chess and more are available.
Chair Yoga
The next class will be held on Monday, July 20 at 1 p.m. with instructor Mary Mazzone.
Family Pre-School Hour
The theme for Tuesday, July 21 is "Big Fish." Times are 10:15, 11:30 a.m. and a special tots night out at 7 p.m. The program is for children 18 months through those entering pre-school. Enjoy singing, dancing, storytelling and a craft.
Tuesday Feature Film
"The Old Man and the Sea" will be shown on July 21 at 2 p.m. The movie is not rated.
All about high school
Incoming freshman are invited to come learn the myths and facts about high school on Wednesday, July 22 from 6 to 8 p.m. Parents are welcome for the second part of the talk.
Photo workshop
Stu Gershon will introduce Picasa 3 and the wonderful world of online digital photo support and sharing on Wednesday, July 22 at 7 p.m.
Library Board
The board of trustees will hold its next meeting on Thursday, July 23 at 8 p.m. The public is invited to attend.
Book discussion
"Bel Canto" by Ann Patchett will be discussed on Monday, July 27 at 2 p.m. The talk will be led by librarian, Lee Goray.
Groups
Historical Society
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. For more info call (516) 872-4159.
Garden Club
The group meets the third Thursday of each month at 10:30 a.m. in the Hendrickson Park administration building. For more information, call Gloria at (516) 285-8957.
Central High School alumni
The Central High School Alumni Scholarship Foundation meets the fourth Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. in Central's first floor conference room. All alumni are welcome. For more information call (516) 872-3028 or e-mail vscalumni@aol.com.
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 holds it regular meetings the third Thursday of every month at 7 p.m. at the Legion Hall, 51 Roosevelt Ave. For more information call (516) 791-9719.
Health
Blood Drive
Franklin Hospital and Long Island Blood Services will hold a blood drive on Tuesday, July 21 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the hospital's Shankman Auditorium. Donors must be 16 to 75 years old, weigh at least 110 pounds and be in general good health. All donors will receive a free mini-medical exam and a $5 Dunkin Donuts gift card. To make an appointment call (516) 256-6397.
Mind, Body and Spirit
Holy Trinity Episcopal Church's free health and safety fair has been rescheduled for Saturday, July 25 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Village Green.
Give a pint of life
A blood drive will be held at G.W. Hewlett High School on Wednesday, July 29 from 3 to 8 p.m. in the yoga room. Summer months create a critical shortage of blood supplies on Long Island. Donors must be at least 17 years old and 110 pounds.
Bereavement Group
Peninsula Counseling Center offers a Bereavement Group which meets on Wednesdays from 5 to 6 p.m. at 50 W. Hawthorne Ave. in Valley Stream. To join or for more information call Ruth Stern at (516) 569-6600.
Religious
School supply collection
Bethlehem Assembly of God Church is looking to give away 1,000 backpacks filled with school supplies to students at its Aug. 16 block party. Donations are being sought including rulers, looseleaf paper, notebooks, pens, pencils, folders, calculators and backpacks. For more information contact Jimmy Smuda at (516) 561-6150 ext. 111.
Computer volunteers needed
The Valley Stream Jewish Center is seeking volunteers to do computer typing for Helen Keller Services. Books are transcribed into large print for visually impaired children. Volunteers are needed one morning a week for two hours. Call (516) 561-2308.
Atlantic City Trip
The Valley Stream Jewish Center Sisterhood is hosting a trip to the Showboat Hotel in Atlantic City on Thursday, Aug. 27. The cost is $36 and the trip departs from the temple at 9 a.m. To register call the office at (516) 561-2309 or Rhoda at (516) 766-1037.
