Meeting Place

The Inwood Civic Association meets the first Thursday of each month at 8 P.M. at Sons of Italy Hall, 202 Wanser Avenue in Inwood. For additional information, call (516) 746-1300, ext. 227.

The Board of Sanitary District One meets the first and third Wednesdays of the month at 8 P.M. at One Bay Boulevard in North Lawrence.

The Kiwanis Club of the Five Towns meets Thursdays at 7 P.M. at Goldie's Restaurant in Valley Stream. One may call (516) 825-7063 for more information.

The Hewlett Business Association meets the second Tuesday of each month, at the Hewlett Fire House, at 7:30 P.M.

The Woodmere Merchants Association meets the first Monday of each month at the Woodmere-Lawrence United Methodist Church in Woodmere at 6:30 P.M.

P.F.C. John J. Oliveri Post. The P.F.C. John J. Oliveri Post 1582 meets the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 8:30 P.M. at the V.F.W. on 259 Doughty Boulevard in Inwood. For additional information contact post commander Sal Scotto at 239-8281.

Health Assessment.There will be a health assessment with June Friedel, R.N. every first Tuesday of the month at 10 A.M. in the Five Towns Senior Center. This complete one-on-one health assessment includes blood pressure, drug compatibility and discussion about your health concerns in total privacy. It's sponsored by the Nassau County Department of Senior Citizen Affairs.

Special Event

Kindness Week. Something new is occurring in our own backyard! Our local schools and PTAs have joined together to celebrate "Random Acts of Kindness Week." This extraordinary event is being coordinated by Tempo Group and The Margaret Basner Parenting Center on Sunday, Nov. 12, 12-3 P.M. (Rain or Shine), 112 Franklin Place, Woodmere (374-4559). As a community, the "Acts of Kindness" program will be collecting food and clothing to benefit "Rock and Wrap it Up!" To help rebuild the library of Hewlett-East Rockaway Jewish Center Nursery School the program will be collecting new and gently-used books.

The Friday- Woodmere Music Club, will be holding a concert at the Hewlett-Woodmere Library on Friday, Nov. 10, at 11 A.M.

Peace in Israel? There will be a Five Towns Forum held at the Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library on Friday, Nov. 17 at 8 P.M. (coffee and cake 7:30 P.M.) The topic of discussion: "Is it possible to craft a lasting and comprehensive peace between Israel and the Palestinians?" Phyllis Bennis, Fellow of Institute for Policy Studies in Washington, D.C. specialist on U.N. and Middle East issues, will speak.

The Strauss-Battel Duo. There will be a Harp-Flute concert at the Rock Hall Museum, at 199 Broadway in Lawrence. The featured artists are the Strauss-Battel Duo. They will perform on Sunday, Nov. 12, from 2 PM. to 3:30 P.M. Reservations are required. The fee is $7; $5 for members.

Fall Bazaar. There will be a Fall Bazaar sponsored by the Town of Hempstead Department of Senior Enrichment on Wednesday, Nov. 15, from 10 A.M. to 2 P.M. It will be held at the Cedarhurst Senior Center, Village Hall, 200 Cedarhurst Ave. There will be refreshments, gifts, free admission, crafts, white elephant, and cakes. For more info call 295-1177.

Blood Drive. There will be a blood drive by the New York Blood Service and Temple Hillel Men's Club on Thursday, Nov. 16, from 3:45 P.M. to 9 P.M. at Temple Hillel, 1000 Rosedale Road, Valley Stream. For information on donation time, call 791-6344. Walk-ins welcome. Please bring I.D.

HAFTR Open House. The Hebrew Academy of the Five Towns and Rockaway High School will hold an open house on Sunday, Nov. 12 from Noon to 3P.M. It's for 8th grade students and parents. HAFTR High School is located at 635 Central Ave. in Cedarhurst.

Coats For Kids. Do you have a winter coat you don't use? Are you cleaning out your closets? Don't throw them out. Keep a child warm this winter by donating unwanted children's coats at: Assemblyman Harvey Weisenberg's office, 20 West Park Avenue, Long Beach. Call 431-0500. Office hours 9 A.M.-5 P.M. All coats collected will be dry cleaned free of charge by: Delta Cleaners, 83 East Park Ave., Long Beach, and forwarded to "Coats for Kids" for distribution to needy families.

Library News

The Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library offers 55 Alive/mature driving courses on an on-going basis to residents of School District 14. For courses and registration dates, call the library at 374-1967.

Open. The Peninsula Public Library will open on Saturday, Nov. 11, from 1 P.M. to 5 P.M. in observance of Veterans' Day.

Minding the Score. Ms. Wolff is the Founder and Artistic Director of Music at Lake Willoughby. Well-known for her concert career as a pianist and educator, the afternoon's concert will be a culmination of her lecture-recitals entitled "Minding the Score." This will be held at the H-W Library on Sunday, Nov. 12, at 2:30 P.M.

Enjoyment of Music. The second of three fascinating lecture-demonstrations devoted to the Classical Style. Pianist and music educator, Dr. Judith Alstadter will examine the lives and music of Haydn, Mozart, Schubert and Beethoven. It will be held at the H-W Library on Tuesday, Nov. 14, at 10:30 A.M.

Storycraft. Celebrate National Children's Book Week. Join the H-W Library for a story and a craft. Registration is limited and began on Wednesday, Nov. 1, from 10 A.M. and 7 P.M. in the Children's Room at the H-W Library. Please bring library card to register. The event will take place on Monday, Nov. 13 at 4 P.M. or Wednesday, Nov. 15 at 4 P.M.

The Chinese Silk Road. A fascinating slides and lecture series about the famous Silk Road, this historic artery in western China. See cities and deserts that were written about by Marco Polo and the paths followed by camel caravans for more than 2000 years. Modern China, Central Asia, and Europe were shaped by the many travelers who crisscrossed the continents on this famous road.

Religious News

Jews of Portugal. The community is invited to a special seminar "Celebration of the Jews Portugal," a program of lectures, music and "noshing." The event will take place on Thursday, Nov. 9, at 8 P.M. at the Sephardic Temple, 775 Branch Boulevard, Cedarhurst.

Breast Cancer Lecture. The Five Towns Jewish Council, Temple Beth El, National Council of Jewish Women, Peninsula Section, 1 in 9- The Long Island Breast Cancer will attend. The event will be held at Temple Beth El, Broadway and Locust Ave., Cedarhurst, on Wednesday, Nov. 15, at 8 P.M. Featured speakers include Dr. Harry Ostrer, Associate Professor of Pediatrics and Pathology at NYU School of Medicine, who will discuss the Genetics of Breast Cancer.

Jewish Cadet Choir. The Temple Sinai of Long Island is proud to welcome, the Jewish Cadet Choir from the U.S. Military Academy, West Point, to observe Veterans' Day on Friday, Nov. 10 at 8 P.M., 131 Washington Ave.

Israeli Dancing. Reconstructionist Congregation Beth Emeth, 36 Franklin Ave., Hewlett, will begin an Israeli Dance class taught by Marion Sharin starting on Monday, Nov. 20, at the temple. The fee is $9 for members and $10 for non-members. Classes run from 7:30 P.M. to 9 P.M. For more info call 374-9220.

Art Auction. Reconstructionist Congregation Beth Emeth, 36 Franklin Avenue, Hewlett is sponsoring an Art Auction Saturday night, Nov. 18, at the temple. There will be a preview at 7 P.M. and the auction will start at 8:30 P.M. Refreshments such as wine, cheese, coffee and cake will be served. Admission is $10. There will be prints and lithographs from famous artists. All paintings are framed. For more info, 374-9220.

Ya Ya Sisterhood. Free Sons of Israel and Women too...Single 35+ invite you to "Book Talk" on Thursday evening, Nov. 9. "Ya Ya Sisterhood" by Rebecca Wells is the book for discussion. Reservations a must! Call Rita....328-7600 ext. 260.

Fall Fever Dance. Free Sons of Israel and Women too...Singles 35+ invite you to "Our Fall Fever Dance" on Sunday, Nov. 12, at 7 P.M. at the Tivoli Terrance, Brush Hollow Road, Westbury. Hot Buffet, 1 Free Drink, DJ-Tricia-Tunes, Jacket Required. $20. For info call Joan at 889-3197 or Adrianne at 569-4148.

The Young Israel of Woodmere offers a Torah study and beginner's prayer service class on Sunday mornings at 10:30. The synagogue is also holding a series of Hebrew reading classes for beginners on Wednesdays at 8 P.M. For further information and to register, one may call 295-0150.

Nassau Region of Hadassah's Ivrit L'Hadassah classes, which teach Hebrew literacy and conversation, are continuing in the Five Towns. Dr. Annette Labovitz, Ph.D, is presenting an advanced course on Monday mornings at Temple Beth El in Cedarhurst and Ferne Skiba is teaching an intermediate course at the Hewlett-East Rockaway Jewish Center. Participants must be Hadassah members or associates. There is a charge for the books being used, but not for the course. Anyone wishing more information may call 766-2725.

Hebrew Classes.The Young Israel of Hewlett is offering Reading Hebrew Level 2, "Learn to read from a Sidur," Sunday mornings at 10:30 A.M. and "Bible Basics" Thursday mornings 9:30 A.M.-10:30 A.M. Young Israel is located at 1 Piermont Ave. in Hewlett.

Congregation Sons of Israel offers a "Mommy and Me" group on Tuesdays from 10 A.M. to 11:15 A.M. For more information and to register, one may call 374-0805.

Torah Seminars for Women. OU Torah Seminars for women are offered Sunday mornings at the West Side Institutional Synagogue on West 76th Street in Manhattan; Monday evenings at Congregation Adereth El on East 29th Street, also in Manhattan; and Tuesday evenings at the Young Israel of Woodmere, 859 Peninsula Boulevard. Tuition is $100 per course; $75 for three or more courses. To view the complete schedule of classes, obtain more information or to register, visit the OU's website www.ou.org and select women learn!or call (212) 613-8188

Ongoing Events

L.I.C.C. Training. Long Island Crisis Center is looking for volunteers. L..I.C.C. offers a 24/7 hotline, internet counseling seven days a week, 2 P.M. to 11 P.M. Call to set up an interview at 826-0244.

Separated and Divorced. A new, 12-session group for those in the process of separation and divorce began on Tuesday, Oct. 17, at the Peninsula Counseling Center's Lynbrook office at 381 Sunrise Highway, 2nd floor. Meetings begin promptly at 7:15PM. Call Laurie Forman, CSW, at 599-1181 to pre-register. All inquiries are strictly confidential. Fees are based on a sliding scale and most insurance plans are accepted.

Joy of Painting. Woodmere artist, Iris Gorenberg will "share the joy of painting" at the Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library. Individualized instruction in oils, acrylics, watercolors, pastels, charcoal, and pen and ink, as well as clay modeling will be included. For further information concerning registration dates and schedules, please call Ms. Gorenberg at 374-2789.

Chesed Organization. Kesher is a local youth-based chesed organization developed to promote acts of kindness in the community. They are currently collecting items in new or like new condition to distribute to those in need. Tax receipts are available upon request for all donations made. They accept toys, baby equipment and all clothing. For more information call Basha Mindell at 371-0996.

Temple Hillel Sisterhood will collect non-perishable, kosher food for distribution to hungry children and families. Everything from peanut butter and pasta to tuna and toaster pastry is needed and will be picked up weekly by United Jewish Appeal for distribution to needy families. The program began on Monday, Sept. 18 and will continue every Monday and Tuesday during Hebrew School hours, 4 P.M. to 6 P.M. The community is urged to take part in this community outreach program. Anyone wishing more information may call 791-6634.

YM & YWHA Programs. The Greater Five Towns YM & YWHA is happy to announce some wonderful programs for retired, enthusiastic adults. Shalom Club meets every Monday at 1 P.M. at the "Y," 207 Grove Avenue, Cedarhurst. The group begins with a Stretch and Flex Class followed by a wide variety of wonderful and informative programs. Golden Circle meets every Tuesday at 12 P.M. at Temple Beth El, Broadway and Locust, in Cedarhurst. Starting with refreshments and light exercise, this group always has interesting lectures or entertainment for all to enjoy.

Senior Spotlight

The Five Towns Senior Center. Every Wednesday at 10 A.M. there will be a Drama Discussion led by Harold Engel. Every Thursday at 10 A.M. there will be a singing group led by Ruth Shuster. Basic Bridge Instruction will be Wednesdays at 12:45 P.M., led by Diane Goldstein.

Adult Day Care. The Greater Five Towns YM & YWHA holds an adult social day care program for frail and or physically challenged older adults. The program includes social activities, recreational crafts, exercise, yoga, nutrition education, kosher lunches, counseling and nursing support services. We provide an intimate caring environment in which our seniors flourish. "Come Alive" offers stimulating programs and enriching new friendships in a family atmosphere. The program meets on Mondays and Thursdays and kosher lunches are served. Limited transportation is provided. For further information or to set up an intake appointment, call Cathy Byrne, MS, RN at 569-6733.

5T Senior Center Classes. "Low Impact Exercise" will now be held on Friday mornings at 10 A.M., beginning Sept. 8. Miriam Sharin returns on Tuesdays in September at 10 A.M. for her famous "Israeli Folk and Line Dance" class. "Mixed Media Painting" with Estelle Ginsburg will continue in September on Wednesday mornings at 9:30 A.M. "Beginning Drawing and Painting" with Jayne Saint Armour will begin on Monday, Sept. 1, at 12:45 P.M. Beginners are welcome. "Bingo with Rosalie" join the fun Thursday mornings at 10 A.M., beginning Sept. 7.

55 Alive Driving Course. Registration is now open for the "55 Alive" driving course given through AARP at the Young Israel Senior League, located at 2716 Healy Avenue, Far Rockaway.

Congregation Sons of Israel, 111 Irving Place in Woodmere, sponsors a beginners/advanced Israeli folk-dancing group, led by Benny Lev, on Wednesdays, at 8:15 P.M. For more information, contact Harriet Gefen at 374-0655.

Religious Services

Synagogues

Services for November 10 and November 11:

Congregation Bais Menachem at The Chabad Center of the Five Towns in Cedarhurst--7:00 P.M. Friday, 9:00 A.M. and 7:30 P.M. Saturday.

Congregation Beth Sholom in Lawrence--7:00 P.M. Friday, 9 A.M. and 7:30 P.M. Sat.

Congregation Ohr Torah in North Woodmere--4:50 P.M.Friday, 4:45 P.M. Saturday.

Congregation Sons of Israel in Woodmere--6 P.M. Friday, 9 A.M. and 6 P.M. Saturday.

Congregation Shaaray Tefila in Lawrence--7:20 PM and 8:15PM. Friday, 9 A.M. Saturday.

Hewlett-East Rockaway Jewish Centre/Congregation Etz Chaim in East Rockaway--7 P.M. Friday, 9 A.M. Saturday.

Reconstructionist Congregation Beth Emeth in Hewlett--8 P.M. Friday, 9:30 A.M. Saturday.

Temple Beth El in Cedarhurst--6:15 P.M.Fri.; 9:30 A.M., 6:15 P.M. Sat.; 9:30 A.M., 6:15 P.M. Sun.

Temple Hillel in North Woodmere--7 P.M. Friday, 8:45 A.M., Saturday.

Temple Israel in Lawrence--8 P.M. Friday, 10:30 A.M. Saturday.

Temple Sinai in Lawrence--8:00 P.M.Friday, 9 A.M. Saturday.

The Sephardic Congregation of the Five Towns-7:05 P.M. Friday, 8:45 A.M. and 7:45 P.M. Saturday.

The Sephardic Temple in Cedarhurst-- 8 A.M., 7:30 P.M. Friday, 8:45 A.M. Saturday.

Young Israel of Hewlett, Congregation Ahavat Yisrael-- 7:00 P.M. Friday, 9 A.M. Saturday.

Young Israel of Lawrence-Cedarhurst--7:15 & 8:00 P.M. Friday,; 8:15 & 9:00 A.M., 6:00 & 7:40 P.M. Saturday.

Young Israel of North Woodmere--5 P.M. Friday, 9 A.M. and 5 P.M. Saturday.

Young Israel of Woodmere--5:55 P.M., 7:15 P.M. Friday; 7:15, 8:45 & 9:00 A.M., 5:30, 7:45 & 7:55 P.M. Saturday.

Young Israel of Hewlett--7:31P.M., Friday; 9A.M., 7:38, Saturday

Churches

Services for Sunday, November 12:

Bethel A.M.E. Church (Far Rock.)--11 A.M.

Community Bible Church in Inwood--10 A.M.

First Presbyterian Church (Far Rock.)--11 A.M.

Lutheran Church of the Incarnation in Cedarhurst--11 A.M.

Our Lady of Good Counsel R.C. Church in Inwood--7:15, 8:15 (Spanish) and 10:30 A.M.; 5:30 P.M., Saturday.

St. Joachim R.C. Church in Cedarhurst-- Sunday Masses: 8 A.M., 10 A.M. and 12 Noon.

St. Joseph R.C. Church in Hewlett--8:30; 10:30 A.M. and 12:30 P.M.

St. Paul's United Methodist Church in Inwood--9:30A.M.

Trinity-St. John's Episcopal Church in Hewlett--8 and 10:30 A.M.

Woodmere-Lawrence United Methodist Church--11 A.M.

For Your Health

Bereavement Group. The Greater Five Towns YM and YWHA will be offering a Bereavement Group starting Tuesday, November 14, at 2 P.M. The objective of this six-week group is to provide support for the recently bereaved in a caring and warm atmosphere. There will be the opportunity to work through grief, examine feelings and discover inner strengths. This group will be held at the Greater Five Towns YM and YWHA, located at 207 Grove Avenue, Cedarhurst. A $40 pre-registration fee is required. For more info call 569-6733.

Survivors of Suicide. The Survivors of Suicide group, a satellite chapter of The Compassionate Friends, meets the first Friday of every month at Zion Episcopal Church, 243-01 Northern Blvd. at 8 P.M. For more info call Ed and Marsha Simon at 295-6345.

Bereavement Group. The Peninsula Counseling Center is starting a new bereavement support group for recent widows and widowers, Thursday evenings beginning November 16 from 7 to 8:30p.m. at PCC's Woodmere office, 124 Franklin Place. adjusting to life without a loved one is painful, but a supportive and caring group environment can help the healing process. It is helpful to be with others going through the same experience, people who understand and share your feelings. Call Ruth Stern for more details 569-6600.

Self-Help Group. A mental health community organization, helping people deal with fear, depression and anxiety, meets on Monday evenings at 8:15 P.M. at St. Joseph's Parish, 1346 Broadway, Hewlett. For more info, 433-1742.

Parkinson's Support Group Foundation of Long Island,in cooperation with the Greater Five Towns YM & YWHA, has formed "Tuesday Activity Center," a group for individuals suffering from Parkinson's disease and their spouses and families, at the " Y," 207 Grove Avenue in Cedarhurst, from 11 A.M. to 3 P.M. The purpose is to allow a better understanding of Parkinson's, and proper exercise. Call 569-6733.

Peninsula Counseling Center is offering a new program for adults with severe physical disabilities. "Out and About" brings physically disabled adults together on Thursdays for three hours of socializing, sharing ideas and discussion of a variety of topics. The group, which meets weekly at Temple Emanu-El in Lynbrook, is looking for new members as well as guest speakers.

Stretch and Flex Class. The Greater Five Towns YM & YWHA will host a Summer Friendship Circle, starting Monday, July 10, at 11 A.M. The six-week group will begin with a Stretch and Flex Class followed by a bring your own brown bag lunch and socialize, then conclude with lectures on contemporary life issues. Newcomers are always welcome. For more information, please call the "Y" at (516) 569-6733.

Prenatal, obstetrical and newborn services at Women's Health Center, Franklin Hospital Medical Center, Valley Stream, provides services to women in need. The center is open from Monday through Friday, 8:30 A.M.-4:30 P.M. For more information, please call the Center at (516) 256-6225.