Village

Barrett recreation program
Upcoming registration dates for the summer recreation program at Barrett Park are Saturday, May 30 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Tuesday, June 2 from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Hendrickson Park administration building. Summer camp runs from July 1 to Aug. 14.
Summer sports skills
The final registration date for summer sports skills camps is Saturday, May 30 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Hendrickson Park administration building. The camps are lacrosse, flag football, soccer and baseball/softball, and are open to children entering grades 4-8. For more information call (516) 825-8570.
Town and County
Town board
The Hempstead town council will hold its next meeting on Tuesday, June 2 at 7 p.m. at the Nathan L. H. Bennett Pavilion, 1 Washington St., Hempstead.
Lacrosse clinic
The town-s annual lacrosse academy begins on June 22. There are seven four-day clinics to choose from. The cost is $60 per child and $45 for each additional child. It is open to youngsters age 7 to 15 who are Town of Hempstead residents. Applications are available online at www.toh.li/content/rc/athletics/lacrosse.html.
County Legislature
The Nassau County Legislature has scheduled its next meeting for Monday, June 8 at 10 a.m. in the legislative chambers, 1550 Franklin Ave., Mineola.
Events
Fireworks tickets
Tickets for the annual Fourth of July fireworks show go on sale June 1. The event is co-sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce and the village. Tickets are available at Collision Concepts (Rockaway Avenue and Sunrise Highway), the Hendrickson Park pool facility and administration building, and Village Hall, and cost $5 each if purchased by June 12. For more information call Boris at (516) 825-4433.
Jump to this performance
David L. Fisher, a.k.a. The Rope Warrior, will visit the Village Green bandshell on Saturday, June 13 at 10:30 a.m. This program is for students, grades 4-12. The Rope Warrior executes stunts that most people can-t even imagine using a jump rope. Tickets are required and are available at the Henry Waldinger Library-s adult reference desk. It will be held in the library-s children-s room in the event of rain. For more information call (516) 825-6422.
Defensive Driving
Registration is under way for an AARP driving course offered by the Valley Stream Jewish Center. It will be held on Thursday, June 18 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at 322 N. Corona Ave. The cost is $12 for members and $14 for non-members. Space is limited so reserve a spot by calling (516) 561-2308.
Libraries
Henry Waldinger Library
60 Verona Place, Valley Stream
(516) 825-6422
hwmlcontact@hotmail.com
Library opens at 10 a.m.
Get your game on
A young adult video games night will be held on Friday, May 29 at 6:30 p.m. Teens in grades 6-12 will play Dance Dance Revolution, Guitar Hero and more. There will be treats and prizes.
Passport van
The Town of Hempstead-s One Stop Passport Van will visit the library on Monday, June 1 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Stop by the library-s adult reference desk to set up an appointment and pick up an application and information about documents and fees.�
Musical diversity
Patriotic and American Folksongs with Robin Greenstein will be presented as part of the More Musical Diversity in America series on Thursday, June 4 from 7 to 8 p.m. This program, for children ages 5 and up with parent or caregiver, is the finale of this year-s musical series. Tickets are required and are available in the children-s room.
Teen book chat
A young adult and parent book discussion will be held on Friday, June 5 at 6:30 p.m. The selection is Luna by Julie Ann Peters. Participants will be entered in a raffle to win a free copy of the book.
Computer classes
The library will hold three computer classes on Saturday, June 6. Internet Basics and Library Databases will be held from 10 to 11 a.m. Microsoft Word Basics is scheduled from 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. and a Microsoft Excel Basics class is offered from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Registration is required.
Library board
The Board of Trustees will meet on Wednesday, June 17 at 7:30 p.m.� Ring bell at children-s room entrance for admittance.
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/
CRJune2009Calendar.pdf.
Elmont Library
700 Hempstead Turnpike, Elmont
(516) 354-5280 ext. 221
www.nassaulibrary.org/elmont
Poetry Writing
The next workshop with Dr. Linda Opyr will be held on Thursday, May 28 from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Participants will have the opportunity to write poetry and share their work.
Chair exercise
The next class will be held on Friday, May 29 at 10 a.m. with instructor Millie Danko.
Frank Sinatra tribute
Jack Schnur will make a presentation about Frank Sinatra-s career up to 1960 on Friday, May 29 at 12:30 p.m. Schnur, a retired video tape editor for CBS, will show some rare Sinatra recordings and videos.
Chair Yoga
The next class will be held on Monday, June 1 at 1 p.m. with instructor Mary Mazzone.
The switch to DTV
The Federal Communications Commission will have a DTV Mobile Clinic at the library from June 1-6 to help consumers prepare for the switch to digital television. Staff will be on site to brief consumers on the status of the transition, how to apply online for converter box coupons, and demonstrate how to hook up and operate these boxes. Call the reference desk for the time schedule.
Tuesday feature film
Devil Wears Prada will be shown on June 2 at 2 p.m. The movie is rated PG.
Teen driving workshop
Kristen Bartolomeo from Geico will talk to parents of teenage drivers on Wednesday, June 3 at 7 p.m. She will present information they need to keep their teens safe during the first six months of being licensed.
Crafts with Vivian
A teen craft program will be held on Friday, June 5 at 4 p.m.
Teen Advisory Group
The next meeting will be held on Saturday, June 6 at 2 p.m. Help select books, music, workshops and other materials for teens.
Schools
Open house
Blessed Sacrament School has limited openings for September. An open house and registration will be held on Thursday, May 28 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. The school is located at 50 Rose Ave. For more information call (516) 825-7334.
PTA Council
The Valley Stream Council of PTAs will hold its next meeting on Monday, June 1 at 7:30 p.m. at South High School.
Central High School District
The Board of Education-s next committee meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 2 and the next regular business meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 9. Both meetings begin at 8 p.m. at Memorial Junior High School.
District 13
The Board of Education will hold its next committee meeting on Tuesday, June 16 and its next regular business meeting on Tuesday, June 23. Both meetings will be held at 8 p.m. at the James A. Dever School.
District 24
The Board of Education will hold its next work session on Thursday, May 28 at 7:30 p.m. at the William L. Buck School followed by the regular business meeting at 8:30 p.m.
District 30
The Board of Education will hold its next work session on Monday, June 15 and its next regular business meeting on Monday, June 22. Both meetings will be held at 8 p.m. in the Shaw Avenue School library.
Groups
Historical Society
The annual strawberry and ice cream social will be held on Wednesday, June 17 at 8 p.m. at the Holy Trinity Parish Hall, Brooklyn Avenue and Seventh Street. The cost is $2 and guests are welcome. For more information call (516) 561-2115 or (516) 872-4159.
Chamber of Commerce
The next networking meeting will be held on Wednesday, June 24 at noon at Villa Marcello, 47 Franklin Ave. The cost is $20 for members and $25 for non-members. This will be the last meeting until September. For more information call (516) 825-1741.
American Legion
Andrew Fatscher Post 854 holds its 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.
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.
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.
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.
Local history tours
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.
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.
Health
Cancer Support Group
The next meeting will be held on Monday, June 1 at 2 p.m. in Franklin Hospital-s Greenberg conference room. It is open to all cancer survivors and their families. For more information, call nurse Meg Wehrum at (516) 256-6478.
Look Good, Feel Better
This program, which helps women deal with the appearance-related side effects of cancer, will be held on Monday, June 1 from 1 to 3 p.m. in Franklin Hospital-s Shankman Auditorium. Complimentary cosmetic kits will be provided. To register or for more information call nurse Judy Foster (516) 256-6890.
Triathlon
The Peninsula Counseling Center will hold a triathlon to raise money for the Adam Cohen and Jonah Richman Adolescent Center on Sunday, June 7 at 7 a.m. at Hewlett High School. Registration runs through Sunday, May 30 and costs $25 for individuals and $50 for families. For more information call (516) 569-6600.
Ask the Nutritionist
Alexandra Sasha Averko, a registered dietician and certified diabetes educator, will speak on the topic Eat Your Beans at the Elmont Library on Wednesday, June 10 at 11 a.m. Learn how to add these nutritional powerhouses to your diet. A question and answer session will follow.
Drug and Alcohol Abuse Program
The Peninsula Counseling Center offers therapy sessions for individuals and families recovering from the ravages of substance abuse. Adults and adolescent treatment is available. For more information call (516) 569-6600.
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. at Temple Israel in Lawrence; Wednesdays at 7:15 p.m. at Temple Beth El in Cedarhurst; and Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. at Ascension Lutheran Church in Franklin Square. For more information call (516) 794-1333 or visit www.nassauOA.org.
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.
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 info call (516) 561-2308.
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.
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
Lutheran Church of Our Saviour-s adult bible class meets every other Wednesday at 7 p.m. The church is located at 888 Rockaway Ave. For more info call (516) 825-5453.