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Jan. 20, 8:30 p.m., South Side High School auditorium.
Planning Board Meeting
Jan. 20, 7:30 p.m., Village Hall.
Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting
Jan 21, 8 p.m., Village Hall.
Village Board of Trustees Briefing
Jan. 22, 7 p.m., Village Hall.
Village Board of Trustees Meeting
Jan. 26, 8:15 p.m., Village Hall.
Community events
Registration for the Rockville Centre Little League
2009 season will take place at the Rockville Centre Recreation Center at 111 N.Oceanside Road on
Jan 17 (late registration) from 9 a.m.- noon with a $25 additional late registration fee per family.
All first-time registrations must be accompanied by a copy of the
player's birth certificate. Mothers and fathers who are interested in coaching should bring a copy of their
drivers license.
The RVC Catholic
Singles & OLBS Singles
groups are co-sponsoring
this event in January:
Jan 18 - 2 p.m.OLBS/RVC Game Date - Enjoy some favorite board games at the OLBS Parish Center (Basement room), 202nd St. & 35th Ave, Bayside. Bring your own snacks, we'll supply soda & water. RSVP to: Ray K. at (516) 561-6994 by Jan 15.
The Rockville Centre
Democratic Club
hosts"Obama's Inaugural: A New Beginning?" Guest speaker Mary Ann Trasciatti, Asst. Prof., Hofstra University., Dept. Speech Comm., Rhetoric & Perf. Studies analyzes and leads this discussion. Jan. 28, 8 p.m., Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center, 150 North Centre Ave. All are welcome, no charge.
SSHS Booster
Club Annual Dinner Dance
honoring, Athletic Director Michael Heller. Jan. 31 7 p.m. -midnight at the Oceanside Knights of Columbus, 2985 Kenneth Place.
$60 per person includes cocktail hour, dinner, dancing and raffles. RSVP by Jan. 21.Make checks payable to SSHS Booster Club. For further information, contact Maureen at (516) 678-6809.
Fortnightly Chorus Performance
on Feb 3 at 1:30 p.m. under the direction of co-president Lorraine Hoskin. A tea hour will follow the program at St. Mark's Methodist Church on Hempstead Ave.
Fortnightly Club Meeting
On Feb. 17th Fortnightly members will share their collectibles and tales of the quest to find them. The meeting will take place at 1:30 p.m. at St. Mark's Methodist Church on Hempstead Ave.
Empire Safety Council's Defensive Driving Course
will be held at Mercy Medical Center on Feb. 21 from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Mercy League Lounge located across from the entrance to the hospital's Emergency Department.Upon completion of this course, participants are eligible for 10% off their motor vehicle insurance for three years and/or a reduction of points from their drivers license. The fee for the course is $40.00 per person and advance registration is required. To register, or for more information, contact Jeannie Jaeger at (516) 705-2589.
Ongoing events
Lavender League.
The 12th season of Long Island's only co-ed softball league serving the Gay Lesbian Transgendered communities of Nassau and Suffolk counties. Contact Joe Barone at (631) 553-0081.
Compassionate Friends -
A support group for bereaved parents and siblings, meets at Molloy in the Wilbur Arts Building the second Friday of every month at 8 p.m. Call (516) 766-4682 for more
information.
Newcomers' Club -
The Newcomers Club invites residents, old and new, to join in the fun. The club organizes a wide variety of social events throughout the year to help bring friends and neighbors together. Join today and start enjoying all that our community has to offer ladies, couples and families alike. For membership information please contact Debra McCarthy at (516) 764-0404 or Cristie Favata at (516) 665-2200, or visit www.rvcnewcomersclub.com.
RVC Homemakers -
The Rockville Centre Chapter of Homemakers meets every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the John A. Anderson Recreation Center, 111 N. Oceanside Rd., Rockville Centre Come and join them if you are interested in making new friends, community service projects, cooking, crafts, needlework or sewing classes. For more information, call
(516) 379-9857.
The furniture exchange -
is an organization that coordinates the donation of used (but in good condition) furniture and other household items with less fortunate families that are in need of those items. If you have any items to donate that are not listed above please call (917) 304-2063 or (646) 442-8081 to inquire if there is a need. Please note that they do not accept clothing.
RVC Businessmen's
and women's Bowling League.
Starts early September. Thursday nights. Businesses, women's groups, restaurant and bar teams welcome. Four bowlers per team. Cash prizes, excitement, cool fun. Call Dave at (516) 448-4416.
Explorer Post One
invites new members, ages 14 and older to join our high adventure club. We are a co-ed and family-oriented group offering activities such as hiking/backpacking, rock/ice climbing, canoe/kayaking, ski/snowboarding, orienteering and more. We are Crew One of the Venturing Program of BSA. For information, please call Matt at (516) 867-8435 and/or visit our web site at www.explorerpostone.org.
Rockville Centre
Historical Society:
Phillips House invites one and all to enjoy the village's historic house and its memorabilia. The house, at 28 Hempstead Ave., is open Saturday and Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m. or by appointment for groups.
For more information call
(516) 764-7459.
At the Library
221 N. Village Ave.
(516) 766-6257
The following art will be featured through the month of January.
In the Lower Concourse Gallery:
"People. Places. Things." Photography by Amy Aronowitz.
Display Cases:
Crafts by the staff of the Rockville Centre Public Library
In the Upper Concourse Gallery:
Portraits by Hilda Klinger
In the Large
Community Room Gallery:
Photographic Art by Robert T. Bloom
This week:
Jan. 16
Video Games Friday 4 p.m. Open to grades five and higher! Join in the fun on our Wii or bring your own game!
Jan. 17
Defensive Driving with Empire Safety Council 9:30 am - 3:30 p.m. Don't miss this valuable and cost saving class. Drivers over 55 $25; all other drivers $40. Fee due day of class. Register by telephone or in person at the Adult Reference Desk.
Jan. 19
Library Closed in observance of Martin Luther King Day
Jan. 21
Knit 1, Purl 2, 1 p.m. Join instructor Paula Picow and our circle of knitters to work on a current project or undertake something new. All levels welcome. Beginners please bring #9 needles and chunky wool.
Online/Computer Job Search, Part II, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Learn how to use your computer to create, format, and email a powerful resume. Class size limited to 24 patrons. Register at the Adult Reference Desk.
Jan. 22
Parent/Child Workshop, 9:30 a.m. For parents or caregivers and children ages 14-35 months. Siblings up to age five welcome. Play and learn together. Pre-register in the Chidren's Room.
Mother Goose 11 a.m. For children ages 15-35 months and parent/caregiver who have already participated in Parent/Child Workshop. Pre-register in the Children's Room.
Art Workshop: Georgia O'Keefe 1p.m. Don't miss this hands-on Art Workshop. Learn about the works of O'Keefe and her techniques. Then create a masterpiece of your own with artist and teacher Emilia Rabito Baer. Class size limited to 14 patrons. Register at the Adult Reference Desk.
Picture This: Children's Art Workshop 4 p.m. Children in grades one through three will enjoy this interactive program combining literature and art. Pre-register in the Children's Room.
Advanced Microsoft Word 6:30 p.m. Learn advance features including macros, graphing and charting. $5 program fee is payable at sign up. Register at the Adult Reference Desk.
Mother/Daughter Knitting 7 p.m. Learn how to knit or advance your skills. Participants should be in grades four through six. Please register in the Children's Room.
Children's Chess Workshop 7:30 p.m. Chess Master Joel Salman provides instruction for beginning and advanced players alike. Prepare your skills for the library's Chess Tournament on Feb. 22. Pre-register in the Children's Room.
Library Trustees Board Meeting 7:45 p.m. All Library events are open to the public. Meeting agenda is posted in the Library.
A SPECIAL CONCERT EVENT: LOVE NOTES the words and music of Robert and Clara Schumann and their friendship with Johannes Brahms. Coming Feb. 8, 2 p.m. at South Side Middle School.
At the
Rec Center
111 N. Oceanside Road
(516) 678-9339
Roll around play days
The Roll-Around set-up will be available 9:15-10a.m. for children ages 1-4 on Jan, 2 & 3. of the holiday recess. Parents must accompany children . The fee is $7.00 per family per session. No pre-registration is required. Please -No older children.
Computertots
This program offers extraordinary computer education classes in which children will learn computer terminology and use. Children work on the computer in small groups with early childhood computer teachers and use a variety of exciting software and peripherals, such as a digital camera and a computer microscope. Children will develop self-confidence by using the computer as a tool for learning. Classes begin in January and run once a week. The classes are geared for ages 3-5 and run for 30 minutes. For details on days and times, call (516) 731-3766 or email loricat56@yahoo.com.
Mondays after school:
"Build Something Cool That Moves" Join the group as they explore, investigate and solve problems while learning about the building blocks of engineering - simple machines. This exciting hands-on engineering class uses Lego Education materials to explore motorized simple machines by building realistic models. Students work in pairs to creatively solve challenges, using concepts learned in class. This class is for children in 2nd-4th grades. Note: No computers are used for this class.
Tuesdays after school:
Crime Scene Investigation Use logic, senses and forensic science to solve crimes. Learn how to work the field scene and the laboratory end of CSI. Students will use finger painting, tire tread patterns and more. Each lesson will focus on a new forensic skill which will lead to solving a final investigation. No blood, no gore... but excitement galore. Class is for students in 2nd-4th grades.
Totally Technology Build skills
create projects and have fun, too. Students will be introduced to a variety of technology programs and learn important technology skills, such as graphics, programming, the digital microscope and robotics, as they create their own projects and conquer the age of technology. This class is geared for students in grades K-2.
Thursdays after school:
Crime Scene Investigation (See description above.)
Video Game Animation
Students will dive into the world of video game animation by creating characters that dance, sing and interact with one another. They'll add sound effects and music clips to create a dynamic video animation game using Scratch, the innovative programming language created just for kids by the MIT Media Lab. Creativity rules in this fun version of video game design. Class is for students in 2nd-4th grades.
All classes are offered after school. They run for 12-week sessions, for one hour each week. For more information, call (516) 731-3766 or email loricat56@yahoo.com. Registration forms are available in the lobby of the Rec Center.
Open Gym Schedule
Open gym for grades 4 and up began in October. Open gym is free play basketball in the main gymnasium of the Rec. Center. Admission is by valid recreation card. The gym will be open for basketball Saturday afternoons from 2-4:30 p.m., for grades 4 and up. The evening open gym, for grades 6 and up, is from 7:30 p.m. - 10:15 p.m.
Pre School & Nursery
School Openings
There are a few openings in the Pre Kindergarten classes, for children entering kindergarten in Sept. 2009 and 2010. Call Peggy at (516) 678-9338 or 9339 for further information.
Aerobic Exercise
Aerobics classes are offered by Nancy's Aerobics on Mon., Tues. and Thurs. evenings from 7 p.m to 10 p.m.. Classes are on-going and can be paid for daily ($5 per person). Classes are conducted in the Rec Center gym.
Square Dancing
With nationally known caller Lee Kopman takes place Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday evenings from 7 - 10 p.m. Fee: $5 per person. on-going.
At the
Sandel Center
Leonard Sandel Senior Center
50 South Park Ave.
(516) 678-9350
Any RVC senior 60 years or older is encouraged to find out about the programs and services offered. A staff member will be happy to discuss membership with you.
Ongoing
T.O.P.S. (Taking off Pounds
at Sandel):
Members meet every Wednesday at 3 p.m. to support each other while discussing weight awareness issues.
Cancer Support Group:
This new group seeks to provide caregivers with information, daily coping and caregiving strategies aimed at improving the quality of life for cancer patients and their caregivers. This group is open to RVC residents 60 and over. The group is limited to 10. Please call Rose at 678-9350 to
register. Cancer survivors welcome.
Tuesday Topics:
This weekly series features speakers on a variety of topics. Please call for the current schedule.
Sandel Senior Men's Club
meets the first and third Tuesday of every month at 10 a.m. for breakfast and business. At 11 a.m., when available, guest speakers discuss topics of interest to men.
Social Work Services:
Social Work supervisor Wendy Weinstock, MSW, is available for private consultation on a range of Social Work services such as housing and transportation as well as individual and group counseling. Call Wendy at (516) 536-1162.
Planning Board Meeting
Jan. 20, 7:30 p.m., Village Hall.
Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting
Jan 21, 8 p.m., Village Hall.
Jan. 22, 7 p.m., Village Hall.
Village Board of Trustees Meeting
Jan. 26, 8:15 p.m., Village Hall.
Community events
Registration for the Rockville Centre Little League
2009 season will take place at the Rockville Centre Recreation Center at 111 N.Oceanside Road on
Jan 17 (late registration) from 9 a.m.- noon with a $25 additional late registration fee per family.
All first-time registrations must be accompanied by a copy of the
player's birth certificate. Mothers and fathers who are interested in coaching should bring a copy of their
drivers license.
The RVC Catholic
Singles & OLBS Singles
groups are co-sponsoring
this event in January:
Jan 18 - 2 p.m.OLBS/RVC Game Date - Enjoy some favorite board games at the OLBS Parish Center (Basement room), 202nd St. & 35th Ave, Bayside. Bring your own snacks, we'll supply soda & water. RSVP to: Ray K. at (516) 561-6994 by Jan 15.
The Rockville Centre
Democratic Club
hosts"Obama's Inaugural: A New Beginning?" Guest speaker Mary Ann Trasciatti, Asst. Prof., Hofstra University., Dept. Speech Comm., Rhetoric & Perf. Studies analyzes and leads this discussion. Jan. 28, 8 p.m., Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center, 150 North Centre Ave. All are welcome, no charge.
SSHS Booster
Club Annual Dinner Dance
honoring, Athletic Director Michael Heller. Jan. 31 7 p.m. -midnight at the Oceanside Knights of Columbus, 2985 Kenneth Place.
$60 per person includes cocktail hour, dinner, dancing and raffles. RSVP by Jan. 21.Make checks payable to SSHS Booster Club. For further information, contact Maureen at (516) 678-6809.
Fortnightly Chorus Performance
on Feb 3 at 1:30 p.m. under the direction of co-president Lorraine Hoskin. A tea hour will follow the program at St. Mark's Methodist Church on Hempstead Ave.
Fortnightly Club Meeting
On Feb. 17th Fortnightly members will share their collectibles and tales of the quest to find them. The meeting will take place at 1:30 p.m. at St. Mark's Methodist Church on Hempstead Ave.
Empire Safety Council's Defensive Driving Course
will be held at Mercy Medical Center on Feb. 21 from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Mercy League Lounge located across from the entrance to the hospital's Emergency Department.Upon completion of this course, participants are eligible for 10% off their motor vehicle insurance for three years and/or a reduction of points from their drivers license. The fee for the course is $40.00 per person and advance registration is required. To register, or for more information, contact Jeannie Jaeger at (516) 705-2589.
Ongoing events
Lavender League.
The 12th season of Long Island's only co-ed softball league serving the Gay Lesbian Transgendered communities of Nassau and Suffolk counties. Contact Joe Barone at (631) 553-0081.
Compassionate Friends -
A support group for bereaved parents and siblings, meets at Molloy in the Wilbur Arts Building the second Friday of every month at 8 p.m. Call (516) 766-4682 for more
information.
Newcomers' Club -
The Newcomers Club invites residents, old and new, to join in the fun. The club organizes a wide variety of social events throughout the year to help bring friends and neighbors together. Join today and start enjoying all that our community has to offer ladies, couples and families alike. For membership information please contact Debra McCarthy at (516) 764-0404 or Cristie Favata at (516) 665-2200, or visit www.rvcnewcomersclub.com.
RVC Homemakers -
The Rockville Centre Chapter of Homemakers meets every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the John A. Anderson Recreation Center, 111 N. Oceanside Rd., Rockville Centre Come and join them if you are interested in making new friends, community service projects, cooking, crafts, needlework or sewing classes. For more information, call
(516) 379-9857.
The furniture exchange -
is an organization that coordinates the donation of used (but in good condition) furniture and other household items with less fortunate families that are in need of those items. If you have any items to donate that are not listed above please call (917) 304-2063 or (646) 442-8081 to inquire if there is a need. Please note that they do not accept clothing.
RVC Businessmen's
and women's Bowling League.
Starts early September. Thursday nights. Businesses, women's groups, restaurant and bar teams welcome. Four bowlers per team. Cash prizes, excitement, cool fun. Call Dave at (516) 448-4416.
Explorer Post One
invites new members, ages 14 and older to join our high adventure club. We are a co-ed and family-oriented group offering activities such as hiking/backpacking, rock/ice climbing, canoe/kayaking, ski/snowboarding, orienteering and more. We are Crew One of the Venturing Program of BSA. For information, please call Matt at (516) 867-8435 and/or visit our web site at www.explorerpostone.org.
Rockville Centre
Historical Society:
Phillips House invites one and all to enjoy the village's historic house and its memorabilia. The house, at 28 Hempstead Ave., is open Saturday and Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m. or by appointment for groups.
For more information call
(516) 764-7459.
At the Library
221 N. Village Ave.
(516) 766-6257
The following art will be featured through the month of January.
In the Lower Concourse Gallery:
"People. Places. Things." Photography by Amy Aronowitz.
Display Cases:
Crafts by the staff of the Rockville Centre Public Library
In the Upper Concourse Gallery:
Portraits by Hilda Klinger
In the Large
Community Room Gallery:
Photographic Art by Robert T. Bloom
This week:
Jan. 16
Video Games Friday 4 p.m. Open to grades five and higher! Join in the fun on our Wii or bring your own game!
Jan. 17
Defensive Driving with Empire Safety Council 9:30 am - 3:30 p.m. Don't miss this valuable and cost saving class. Drivers over 55 $25; all other drivers $40. Fee due day of class. Register by telephone or in person at the Adult Reference Desk.
Jan. 19
Library Closed in observance of Martin Luther King Day
Jan. 21
Knit 1, Purl 2, 1 p.m. Join instructor Paula Picow and our circle of knitters to work on a current project or undertake something new. All levels welcome. Beginners please bring #9 needles and chunky wool.
Online/Computer Job Search, Part II, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Learn how to use your computer to create, format, and email a powerful resume. Class size limited to 24 patrons. Register at the Adult Reference Desk.
Jan. 22
Parent/Child Workshop, 9:30 a.m. For parents or caregivers and children ages 14-35 months. Siblings up to age five welcome. Play and learn together. Pre-register in the Chidren's Room.
Mother Goose 11 a.m. For children ages 15-35 months and parent/caregiver who have already participated in Parent/Child Workshop. Pre-register in the Children's Room.
Art Workshop: Georgia O'Keefe 1p.m. Don't miss this hands-on Art Workshop. Learn about the works of O'Keefe and her techniques. Then create a masterpiece of your own with artist and teacher Emilia Rabito Baer. Class size limited to 14 patrons. Register at the Adult Reference Desk.
Picture This: Children's Art Workshop 4 p.m. Children in grades one through three will enjoy this interactive program combining literature and art. Pre-register in the Children's Room.
Advanced Microsoft Word 6:30 p.m. Learn advance features including macros, graphing and charting. $5 program fee is payable at sign up. Register at the Adult Reference Desk.
Mother/Daughter Knitting 7 p.m. Learn how to knit or advance your skills. Participants should be in grades four through six. Please register in the Children's Room.
Children's Chess Workshop 7:30 p.m. Chess Master Joel Salman provides instruction for beginning and advanced players alike. Prepare your skills for the library's Chess Tournament on Feb. 22. Pre-register in the Children's Room.
Library Trustees Board Meeting 7:45 p.m. All Library events are open to the public. Meeting agenda is posted in the Library.
A SPECIAL CONCERT EVENT: LOVE NOTES the words and music of Robert and Clara Schumann and their friendship with Johannes Brahms. Coming Feb. 8, 2 p.m. at South Side Middle School.
At the
Rec Center
111 N. Oceanside Road
(516) 678-9339
Roll around play days
The Roll-Around set-up will be available 9:15-10a.m. for children ages 1-4 on Jan, 2 & 3. of the holiday recess. Parents must accompany children . The fee is $7.00 per family per session. No pre-registration is required. Please -No older children.
Computertots
This program offers extraordinary computer education classes in which children will learn computer terminology and use. Children work on the computer in small groups with early childhood computer teachers and use a variety of exciting software and peripherals, such as a digital camera and a computer microscope. Children will develop self-confidence by using the computer as a tool for learning. Classes begin in January and run once a week. The classes are geared for ages 3-5 and run for 30 minutes. For details on days and times, call (516) 731-3766 or email loricat56@yahoo.com.
Mondays after school:
"Build Something Cool That Moves" Join the group as they explore, investigate and solve problems while learning about the building blocks of engineering - simple machines. This exciting hands-on engineering class uses Lego Education materials to explore motorized simple machines by building realistic models. Students work in pairs to creatively solve challenges, using concepts learned in class. This class is for children in 2nd-4th grades. Note: No computers are used for this class.
Tuesdays after school:
Crime Scene Investigation Use logic, senses and forensic science to solve crimes. Learn how to work the field scene and the laboratory end of CSI. Students will use finger painting, tire tread patterns and more. Each lesson will focus on a new forensic skill which will lead to solving a final investigation. No blood, no gore... but excitement galore. Class is for students in 2nd-4th grades.
Totally Technology Build skills
create projects and have fun, too. Students will be introduced to a variety of technology programs and learn important technology skills, such as graphics, programming, the digital microscope and robotics, as they create their own projects and conquer the age of technology. This class is geared for students in grades K-2.
Thursdays after school:
Crime Scene Investigation (See description above.)
Video Game Animation
Students will dive into the world of video game animation by creating characters that dance, sing and interact with one another. They'll add sound effects and music clips to create a dynamic video animation game using Scratch, the innovative programming language created just for kids by the MIT Media Lab. Creativity rules in this fun version of video game design. Class is for students in 2nd-4th grades.
All classes are offered after school. They run for 12-week sessions, for one hour each week. For more information, call (516) 731-3766 or email loricat56@yahoo.com. Registration forms are available in the lobby of the Rec Center.
Open Gym Schedule
Open gym for grades 4 and up began in October. Open gym is free play basketball in the main gymnasium of the Rec. Center. Admission is by valid recreation card. The gym will be open for basketball Saturday afternoons from 2-4:30 p.m., for grades 4 and up. The evening open gym, for grades 6 and up, is from 7:30 p.m. - 10:15 p.m.
Pre School & Nursery
School Openings
There are a few openings in the Pre Kindergarten classes, for children entering kindergarten in Sept. 2009 and 2010. Call Peggy at (516) 678-9338 or 9339 for further information.
Aerobic Exercise
Aerobics classes are offered by Nancy's Aerobics on Mon., Tues. and Thurs. evenings from 7 p.m to 10 p.m.. Classes are on-going and can be paid for daily ($5 per person). Classes are conducted in the Rec Center gym.
Square Dancing
With nationally known caller Lee Kopman takes place Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday evenings from 7 - 10 p.m. Fee: $5 per person. on-going.
At the
Sandel Center
Leonard Sandel Senior Center
50 South Park Ave.
(516) 678-9350
Any RVC senior 60 years or older is encouraged to find out about the programs and services offered. A staff member will be happy to discuss membership with you.
Ongoing
T.O.P.S. (Taking off Pounds
at Sandel):
Members meet every Wednesday at 3 p.m. to support each other while discussing weight awareness issues.
Cancer Support Group:
This new group seeks to provide caregivers with information, daily coping and caregiving strategies aimed at improving the quality of life for cancer patients and their caregivers. This group is open to RVC residents 60 and over. The group is limited to 10. Please call Rose at 678-9350 to
register. Cancer survivors welcome.
Tuesday Topics:
This weekly series features speakers on a variety of topics. Please call for the current schedule.
Sandel Senior Men's Club
meets the first and third Tuesday of every month at 10 a.m. for breakfast and business. At 11 a.m., when available, guest speakers discuss topics of interest to men.
Social Work Services:
Social Work supervisor Wendy Weinstock, MSW, is available for private consultation on a range of Social Work services such as housing and transportation as well as individual and group counseling. Call Wendy at (516) 536-1162.
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