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Anniversary Journal commemorating Valley Stream's 75 years on sale for $2 each at Village Hall or the library. Call(516) 825-4200.
High School District The Valley Stream High School District Board of Education will meet Tuesday, Oct. 11, at 8 p.m. at Memorial Junior High. Call (516) 872-5605 for more information.
District 13 Board of Education to meet Wednesday, Sept. 28, at 8 p.m. at the James A. Dever School. Work session Sept. 20. Call the district at (516) 568-6100 for more info.
District 24 Board of Education will meet, Thursday, Sept. 22, at 8:30 p.m. at the William L. Buck School. Call the district at (516) 256-0153 for more info.
District 30 Board of Education to meet Monday, Sept. 19, at the Shaw Avenue School. Call (516) 285-9881 for more information.
Central Alumni Assoc. to meet Tuesday, Sept. 27, at the Pagan Fletcher Restoration, 143 Hendrickson Ave, at 7:30 p.m. Video-tape tour of Central H.S. is on sale for $20. Call (516) 872-3028 or visit their Web site at http://Hometown.aol.com/vscalumni or e-mail vscalumni@aol.com.
Dance With Old Friends The Central High School Alumni Association is hosting its annual meeting and dinner/dance on Saturday, Oct. 8, from 7 p.m. to midnight at Malverne American Legion Post 44, 250 Franklin Ave., Malverne. $32.50 per person. Reservations only. Call (516) 872-3028 or visit their Web site at http://Hometown.aol.com/vscalumni or e-mail vscalumni@aol.com.
Bible Study at to discuss "Letters to Timothy and Titus," on Wednesday, Sept. 14 at 7:30 p.m. or Thursday, Sept. 15 at 9:45 a.m. in the cafeteria of Holy Name of Mary School, East Jamaica Ave. 7-week discussion group. $12. Call Deacon Clyde Ruggiere at (516) 791-9509 (p.m. only) or Jo Pascuzzi at 825-2003 to sign up for more info.
Royal Rangers Boys in kindergarten through high school are invited to join the Royal Rangers at Bethlehem Assembly of God, 12 E. Fairview Avenue. Group meets Wednesday evenings at 7:30 p.m. starting Sept. 14 through June 2006. Call (516) 823-1676 for more info.
Missionettes Boys & girls ages 3-4 and girls in kindergarten through high school are invited to join the Missionettes at Bethlehem Assembly of God, 12 E. Fairview Avenue. Group meets Wednesday evenings at 7:30 p.m. starting Sept. 14 through June 2006. Call (516) 823-1676 for more info.
Kingdom Hearts presents a women's conference on Saturday, Sept. 17, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Bethlehem Assembly of God, 12 E. Fairview Avenue. Featured guest is Rebecca Manley Pippert, best-selling author and acclaimed speaker, and singer Shari Franco. Tickets are $35. Registration is required. Visit www.kingdom-hearts.org or call (516) 742-7304 or 775-1799 for more info.
Horticulture Show & Plant Sale at the Lutheran Church of Our Saviour, 888 Rockaway Ave. Call Gloria Drucker at (516) 285-8957 for more info.
Honoring Bert Keller the Valley Stream Historical Society is hosting a memorial tree planting in honor of the late Bert Keller, for whom Central High School's auditorium is named. Ceremony on Sunday, Sept. 18 at 2 p.m. at Memorial Park in A.J. Hendrickson Park. All are welcome. Call (516) 825-0324 for more info.
Cabaret Entertainment
at Temple Gates of Zion, 322 North Corona Ave., on Sunday, Sept. 18, at 2 p.m. $10 admission. Limited seating, so reserve early. No tickets sold at the door. Call Dottie at (516) 825-0934, Risa at (516) 791-9644 or the temple office at (516) 561-2308 for more info or to purchase tickets.
Yard sale hosted by the Chai Group of the Valley Stream Chapter of Hadassah is planned for Sunday, Sept. 18, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Park Lane in North Woodmere. No early birds. Raindate Sept. 25. Call (516) 766-2725 for more info. Profits to benefit the Youth Aliyah/Children at Risk project which helps Israel's disadvantaged children.
League of Women Voters
to meet Monday, Sept. 19 at 1 p.m. at the Hewlett-Woodmere Library, 1125 Broadway. Topic: The Patriot Act.
Feel the spirit A panel discussion, "Spirituality and How to Deal with Challenging Stages and End-of-Life Issues" will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 20, from 630 to 8 p.m. at Senior Care of Lynbrook, 8 Freer Street, Lynbrook. The panel will include a reverend, a rabbi, a sister, a bereavement therapist and and advanced planning counselor. A complimentary dinner will be served. Seating is limited. Call (516) 593-2424 to reserve.
V.S. Historical Society presents a lecture - "Return of the Ninety-Nines" (International Organization of Licensed Women Pilots) to Valley Stream, the site of their first meeting at Curtiss Field on Nov. 11, 1929 - on Wednesday, Sept. 21, at 8 p.m, at Holy Trinity Parish Hall, Brooklyn Avenue. Refreshments. Guest welcome. Call (516) 825-0324 for more info.
Knights of Columbus St. Therese Council, 825 W. Merrick Road, is hosting an open meeting on Thursday, Sept. 22, at 8 p.m. Guest speaker: Morris Miller, who will discuss issues concerning all veterans. All are welcome. Refreshments served.
AARP Valley Stream Chapter 2686 to meet Tuesday, Oct. 11, at noon to 3 p.m. at 51 Roosevelt Ave. October Fair White Elephant sale. New members welcome. Call (516) 285-6274 for more info.
Look Good, Feel Better a free program to teach women how to cope with the appearance related side effects of cancer treatment at Franklin Hospital, 900 Franklin Ave., on Monday, Sept. 26, from 1 to 3 p.m. Space is limited. Reservations required. Call (516) 256-6509.
AARP Valley Stream Chapter 2686 to meet Tuesday, Oct. 11, at noon to 3 p.m. at 51 Roosevelt Ave. October Fair White Elephant sale. New members welcome. Call (516) 285-6274 for more info.
Octoberfest celebration at the Platzl Brauhous in Pemona, NY, on Monday, Oct. 17, with Valley Stream Cultural Affairs. $55 per person includes transportation, traditional German fare, coffee, tea, soda, beer and dessert. Bus departs from Hendrickson Park pool parking lot at 8:15 a.m. Make checks payable to "Valley Stream Cultural Affairs" and bring to Frances Russo at Village Hall, 123 S. Central Ave., from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday thru Friday, no later than Sept. 27. No refunds after Sept. 27. Call Maureen at (516) 825-0611, Rosanna at 561-2131 or Georgette at 872-9361 with any questions.
Vendors Wanted for the Lynbrook Knights of Columbus Flea Market, Saturday, Oct. 15, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call Kathy at (516) 593-7122 for more info.
LI Society of Italian-Americans Celebrate Octoberfest Bus trip to Platzl Brauhaus on Monday, Oct. 17. Entertainment, music, dancing, food and more. $64. Call (516) 561-2364 for more details.
LI Society of Italian-Americans Celebrate Halloween Bus trip to Brownstone, N.J. on Monday, Oct. 31. A New Orleans-style bash featuring entertainment, music, dancing, food and more. $61. Call (516) 561-2364 for more details.
American Legion Andrew Fatscher Post 854 meets the third Thursday of every month, at 8 p.m. at 51 Roosevelt Ave. Call (516) 791-9719.
Gibson Civic Association meets fourth Tuesday of every month, except July, August and December, at the Olivet Baptist Church Hall, Locust St. and DuBois Ave., 8 p.m. Call (516) 872-6910
Garden Club of Valley Stream presents horticultural and artistic arrangements, professional speakers and judges. New members welcome. Call (516) 285-8957.
VS Civilian Patrol meets the last Thursday of every month, at Village Hall, 123 S. Central Ave. (516) 823-9088 or (516) 825-1902.
Catholic Faith Want to become a Catholic? Group meets regularly at Blessed Sacrament Church in Valley Stream to discuss and learn about the Catholic Faith, to study scripture, to pray. If this interests you, come and see. (516) 568-1027.
Volunteers Needed for visually impaired sponsored by Temple Gates of Zion. Mon. from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. (516) 561-2308.
Recovery, Inc. A group focusing on mental health meets in Valley Stream at Holy Name of Mary School, 90 S. Grove St. every Saturday at 1:30 p.m. (516) 221-7862.
Grief Share recovery seminar at the Church of the Nazarene, 215 Hillside Ave., VS, every Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. and Wed. at 1 p.m. (516) 561-8101
Bingo Monday evening early bird starts at 7:15 p.m. and Wednesday morning early bird begins at 10:15 a.m. Congregation Tree of Life, 502 North Central Ave. (516) 825-2090.
Thrift Shop at Blessed
Sacrament is open Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. , beginning Sept. 6. The church is located at 201 North Central Ave. Enter through the church parking lot on McKeon Avenue. For more information, call (516) 561-8969.
Thrift Shop at Grace United Methodist Church is open every Monday and Thursday, and the second Saturday of the month, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The thrift shop is located at 21 South Franklin Ave. Call (516) 825-1182 for more info.
Bargains Galore! at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church's Thrift Shop, Brooklyn and Seventh St., open every Tues. and Thurs., 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The popular "$1 Room" is open for July and Aug.
Bridge games at Temple Gates of Zion. Duplicate bridge played Monday and Tuesday starting at 12:15 p.m. Refreshments will be served. Call (516) 561-2308.
Historic tours of the Pagan-Fletcher Restoration, 143 Hendrickson Ave. Learn about Valley Stream history in an interesting setting from knowledgeable guides. Sundays from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. or by group appointment. Free. Donations accepted. (516) 872-4159.
Special Volunteers wanted for residents of Franklin Hospital Medical Center's Nursing Home. Call (516) 256-6144.
Groups
Bereavement groups are being offered by Good Shepherd Hospice. Call Clarice at (516) 485-3060.
Long Island Crisis Center offers crisis intervention counseling 24 hours/7 days a week. Its free, confidential and anonymous. Call 679-1111 for help.
Gam-Anon for spouses, adult children, family, friends affected by gambling problems. Meetings every night. Call (516) 321-2883.
Tall Club of Long Island meets at monthly at 8 p.m. at Bertucci's in Melville. Call (516) 616-3320.
Good Shepherd Hospice seeks volunteers to help patients and families at home with emotional support and practical assistance. Call Lucille at (516) 485-3060.
Schools
High School District The Valley Stream High School District Board of Education will meet Tuesday, Oct. 11, at 8 p.m. at Memorial Junior High. Call (516) 872-5605 for more information.
District 13 Board of Education to meet Wednesday, Sept. 28, at 8 p.m. at the James A. Dever School. Work session Sept. 20. Call the district at (516) 568-6100 for more info.
District 24 Board of Education will meet, Thursday, Sept. 22, at 8:30 p.m. at the William L. Buck School. Call the district at (516) 256-0153 for more info.
District 30 Board of Education to meet Monday, Sept. 19, at the Shaw Avenue School. Call (516) 285-9881 for more information.
Central Alumni Assoc. to meet Tuesday, Sept. 27, at the Pagan Fletcher Restoration, 143 Hendrickson Ave, at 7:30 p.m. Video-tape tour of Central H.S. is on sale for $20. Call (516) 872-3028 or visit their Web site at http://Hometown.aol.com/vscalumni or e-mail vscalumni@aol.com.
Dance With Old Friends The Central High School Alumni Association is hosting its annual meeting and dinner/dance on Saturday, Oct. 8, from 7 p.m. to midnight at Malverne American Legion Post 44, 250 Franklin Ave., Malverne. $32.50 per person. Reservations only. Call (516) 872-3028 or visit their Web site at http://Hometown.aol.com/vscalumni or e-mail vscalumni@aol.com.
Special Events
Bible Study at to discuss "Letters to Timothy and Titus," on Wednesday, Sept. 14 at 7:30 p.m. or Thursday, Sept. 15 at 9:45 a.m. in the cafeteria of Holy Name of Mary School, East Jamaica Ave. 7-week discussion group. $12. Call Deacon Clyde Ruggiere at (516) 791-9509 (p.m. only) or Jo Pascuzzi at 825-2003 to sign up for more info.
Royal Rangers Boys in kindergarten through high school are invited to join the Royal Rangers at Bethlehem Assembly of God, 12 E. Fairview Avenue. Group meets Wednesday evenings at 7:30 p.m. starting Sept. 14 through June 2006. Call (516) 823-1676 for more info.
Missionettes Boys & girls ages 3-4 and girls in kindergarten through high school are invited to join the Missionettes at Bethlehem Assembly of God, 12 E. Fairview Avenue. Group meets Wednesday evenings at 7:30 p.m. starting Sept. 14 through June 2006. Call (516) 823-1676 for more info.
Kingdom Hearts presents a women's conference on Saturday, Sept. 17, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Bethlehem Assembly of God, 12 E. Fairview Avenue. Featured guest is Rebecca Manley Pippert, best-selling author and acclaimed speaker, and singer Shari Franco. Tickets are $35. Registration is required. Visit www.kingdom-hearts.org or call (516) 742-7304 or 775-1799 for more info.
Horticulture Show & Plant Sale at the Lutheran Church of Our Saviour, 888 Rockaway Ave. Call Gloria Drucker at (516) 285-8957 for more info.
Honoring Bert Keller the Valley Stream Historical Society is hosting a memorial tree planting in honor of the late Bert Keller, for whom Central High School's auditorium is named. Ceremony on Sunday, Sept. 18 at 2 p.m. at Memorial Park in A.J. Hendrickson Park. All are welcome. Call (516) 825-0324 for more info.
Cabaret Entertainment
at Temple Gates of Zion, 322 North Corona Ave., on Sunday, Sept. 18, at 2 p.m. $10 admission. Limited seating, so reserve early. No tickets sold at the door. Call Dottie at (516) 825-0934, Risa at (516) 791-9644 or the temple office at (516) 561-2308 for more info or to purchase tickets.
Yard sale hosted by the Chai Group of the Valley Stream Chapter of Hadassah is planned for Sunday, Sept. 18, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Park Lane in North Woodmere. No early birds. Raindate Sept. 25. Call (516) 766-2725 for more info. Profits to benefit the Youth Aliyah/Children at Risk project which helps Israel's disadvantaged children.
League of Women Voters
to meet Monday, Sept. 19 at 1 p.m. at the Hewlett-Woodmere Library, 1125 Broadway. Topic: The Patriot Act.
Feel the spirit A panel discussion, "Spirituality and How to Deal with Challenging Stages and End-of-Life Issues" will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 20, from 630 to 8 p.m. at Senior Care of Lynbrook, 8 Freer Street, Lynbrook. The panel will include a reverend, a rabbi, a sister, a bereavement therapist and and advanced planning counselor. A complimentary dinner will be served. Seating is limited. Call (516) 593-2424 to reserve.
V.S. Historical Society presents a lecture - "Return of the Ninety-Nines" (International Organization of Licensed Women Pilots) to Valley Stream, the site of their first meeting at Curtiss Field on Nov. 11, 1929 - on Wednesday, Sept. 21, at 8 p.m, at Holy Trinity Parish Hall, Brooklyn Avenue. Refreshments. Guest welcome. Call (516) 825-0324 for more info.
Knights of Columbus St. Therese Council, 825 W. Merrick Road, is hosting an open meeting on Thursday, Sept. 22, at 8 p.m. Guest speaker: Morris Miller, who will discuss issues concerning all veterans. All are welcome. Refreshments served.
AARP Valley Stream Chapter 2686 to meet Tuesday, Oct. 11, at noon to 3 p.m. at 51 Roosevelt Ave. October Fair White Elephant sale. New members welcome. Call (516) 285-6274 for more info.
Look Good, Feel Better a free program to teach women how to cope with the appearance related side effects of cancer treatment at Franklin Hospital, 900 Franklin Ave., on Monday, Sept. 26, from 1 to 3 p.m. Space is limited. Reservations required. Call (516) 256-6509.
AARP Valley Stream Chapter 2686 to meet Tuesday, Oct. 11, at noon to 3 p.m. at 51 Roosevelt Ave. October Fair White Elephant sale. New members welcome. Call (516) 285-6274 for more info.
Octoberfest celebration at the Platzl Brauhous in Pemona, NY, on Monday, Oct. 17, with Valley Stream Cultural Affairs. $55 per person includes transportation, traditional German fare, coffee, tea, soda, beer and dessert. Bus departs from Hendrickson Park pool parking lot at 8:15 a.m. Make checks payable to "Valley Stream Cultural Affairs" and bring to Frances Russo at Village Hall, 123 S. Central Ave., from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday thru Friday, no later than Sept. 27. No refunds after Sept. 27. Call Maureen at (516) 825-0611, Rosanna at 561-2131 or Georgette at 872-9361 with any questions.
Vendors Wanted for the Lynbrook Knights of Columbus Flea Market, Saturday, Oct. 15, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call Kathy at (516) 593-7122 for more info.
LI Society of Italian-Americans Celebrate Octoberfest Bus trip to Platzl Brauhaus on Monday, Oct. 17. Entertainment, music, dancing, food and more. $64. Call (516) 561-2364 for more details.
LI Society of Italian-Americans Celebrate Halloween Bus trip to Brownstone, N.J. on Monday, Oct. 31. A New Orleans-style bash featuring entertainment, music, dancing, food and more. $61. Call (516) 561-2364 for more details.
Groups
American Legion Andrew Fatscher Post 854 meets the third Thursday of every month, at 8 p.m. at 51 Roosevelt Ave. Call (516) 791-9719.
Gibson Civic Association meets fourth Tuesday of every month, except July, August and December, at the Olivet Baptist Church Hall, Locust St. and DuBois Ave., 8 p.m. Call (516) 872-6910
Garden Club of Valley Stream presents horticultural and artistic arrangements, professional speakers and judges. New members welcome. Call (516) 285-8957.
VS Civilian Patrol meets the last Thursday of every month, at Village Hall, 123 S. Central Ave. (516) 823-9088 or (516) 825-1902.
Catholic Faith Want to become a Catholic? Group meets regularly at Blessed Sacrament Church in Valley Stream to discuss and learn about the Catholic Faith, to study scripture, to pray. If this interests you, come and see. (516) 568-1027.
Volunteers Needed for visually impaired sponsored by Temple Gates of Zion. Mon. from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. (516) 561-2308.
Recovery, Inc. A group focusing on mental health meets in Valley Stream at Holy Name of Mary School, 90 S. Grove St. every Saturday at 1:30 p.m. (516) 221-7862.
Grief Share recovery seminar at the Church of the Nazarene, 215 Hillside Ave., VS, every Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. and Wed. at 1 p.m. (516) 561-8101
On-goingEvents
Bingo Monday evening early bird starts at 7:15 p.m. and Wednesday morning early bird begins at 10:15 a.m. Congregation Tree of Life, 502 North Central Ave. (516) 825-2090.
Thrift Shop at Blessed
Sacrament is open Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. , beginning Sept. 6. The church is located at 201 North Central Ave. Enter through the church parking lot on McKeon Avenue. For more information, call (516) 561-8969.
Thrift Shop at Grace United Methodist Church is open every Monday and Thursday, and the second Saturday of the month, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The thrift shop is located at 21 South Franklin Ave. Call (516) 825-1182 for more info.
Bargains Galore! at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church's Thrift Shop, Brooklyn and Seventh St., open every Tues. and Thurs., 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The popular "$1 Room" is open for July and Aug.
Bridge games at Temple Gates of Zion. Duplicate bridge played Monday and Tuesday starting at 12:15 p.m. Refreshments will be served. Call (516) 561-2308.
Historic tours of the Pagan-Fletcher Restoration, 143 Hendrickson Ave. Learn about Valley Stream history in an interesting setting from knowledgeable guides. Sundays from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. or by group appointment. Free. Donations accepted. (516) 872-4159.
Special Volunteers wanted for residents of Franklin Hospital Medical Center's Nursing Home. Call (516) 256-6144.
Groups
Bereavement groups are being offered by Good Shepherd Hospice. Call Clarice at (516) 485-3060.
Long Island Crisis Center offers crisis intervention counseling 24 hours/7 days a week. Its free, confidential and anonymous. Call 679-1111 for help.
Gam-Anon for spouses, adult children, family, friends affected by gambling problems. Meetings every night. Call (516) 321-2883.
Tall Club of Long Island meets at monthly at 8 p.m. at Bertucci's in Melville. Call (516) 616-3320.
Good Shepherd Hospice seeks volunteers to help patients and families at home with emotional support and practical assistance. Call Lucille at (516) 485-3060.
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