Rockville Centre events and activities Aug. 25, 2011

On the board

Board of Trustees Briefing

Aug. 25, 7 p.m. Village Hall

Board of Trustees Meeting

Aug. 29, 8:15 p.m., Village Hall

Board of Trustees Briefing

Sept. 8, 7 p.m. Village Hall

Board of Trustees Meeting

Sept. 12, 8:15 p.m., Village Hall

Zoning Board Meeting

Sept. 14, 8 p.m., Village Hall

Planning Board Meeting

Sept. 20, 7 p.m., Village Hall

Zoning Board Meeting

Sept. 28, 8 p.m. Village Hall

Community Events

PBA fundraiser for owners of E&W Deli

The Waxon family suffered a devastating loss this summer when a construction job in their business, E & W /Greystone Delicatessen on North Long Beach Road caused a fire that destroyed it. On Oct. 17 at 7 p.m. the Rockville Centre PBA will host a fundraiser at Kasey's Upstairs, 23 N. Park Ave. The cost for a ticket is $50. There are only 150 tickets available. There will be an open bar and unlimited select finger foods. There will also be raffles and a 50/50 with all proceeds going directly to the Waxons. On the big screen televisions the Jets will be playing the Dolphins. Come and support a business that has always supported Rockville Centre in every way possible. Call the Rockville Centre Police Benevolent Association at (516) 536-7081 or visit PBA@RVCPBA.ORG to purchase your tickets.

Senior Pick-up Softball

Seniors are wanted for pick-up softball games in Rockville Centre, Tuesday and Friday mornings from 9 a.m. through 12:30, April through December. Contact Bob Simmons at (516) 764-1011.

Sandel Center Flea Market

Aug. 26 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Sandel Senior Center, 50 S. Park Ave. Come shop! There will be a great selection of clothing, jewelry, books and household items. Donations from the community are welcome. Call (516) 678-9350 for information. Proceeds from this important fundraiser support Friends of Senior Services Inc. (FOSSI).

RVC Homemakers

The Rockville Centre Chapter of Homemakers will have its first meeting on Sept. 6 at the John A Anderson Recreation Center on Oceanside Road, Rockville Centre, NY at 10 a.m. and every Tuesday thereafter. They continue to educate and pass down skills in cooking, beading and floral arranging.

Community Party

The seventh annual free community party, sponsored by the Vineyard Church is set for Sept. 10 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Rockville Centre Village Green (on Maple Avenue between Lee and Morris avenues). There will be organized "active play" games, free hot dogs, popcorn, cotton candy and Italian ices, a watermelon eating contest, children's crafts and face painting, a bouncy castle and a free IPod raffle for those 18 and older. The raindate is Sept. 24.

Stop World Hunger Tennis

The 31st annual Stop World Hunger Tennis Tournament is set to begin on Sept. 10 with registration now through Aug. 31 It's an opportunity to play tennis and help those in need. Tennis events consist of men's and women's singles, men's and women's doubles and mixed doubles. The registration fee is $6 for singles and $10 for doubles. Divisions are created according to ability level and location. Players schedule their own matches at convenient times and sites. Over the past 30 years, "Stop World Hunger" has forwarded more than $100,000 to Catholic Relief Services to assist in its efforts to feed hungry children where the need is greatest. Assistance is provided based on need, regardless of race, religion or nationality. Applications have been forwarded to more than 30 tennis facilities across Long Island or are available by writing to: Stop World Hunger Tennis, 53 Elm Place, Amityville, NY 11702. For more information call (631) 789-3618.

Kids' Fest

Sept. 17 from noon to 4 p.m. Special open house celebration at the Rec Center, 111 N. Oceanside Road. An afternoon of program information, demonstrations, music, rides and fun. The Lions Club Duck Pluck has relocated and will be featured at this event for the first time. The theme of this Duck Pluck is "Ducks for Diabetes." For $5 you can sponsor a duck at the fundraiser and become eligible to win a number of prizes including gift certificates, toys, home goods, electronics, $1,000 in cash and a trip for two to Ireland. Sponsorship information can be found on the RVC Lions Club website, www.RVCLions.com or be on the lookout for Lions Club volunteers around the village.

Stephen Siller Tunnel-to Towers annual charity Run/Walk

Register before midnight on Sept. 19 to avoid late fees for the annual Tunnel to Towers Run on Sept. 25 that retraces the steps of hero firefighter Stephen Siller, a former Rockville Centre resident, who died trying to help others on Sept. 11, 2001. The popular 5K run, which attracts thousands of runners and walkers from the New York metropolitan area, starts in Red Hook, Brooklyn, continues through the Battery Tunnel and winds up in downtown Manhattan where a celebratory concert, and speeches, will take place. The run is being dupli- cated in sites across the U.S. Proceeds from the run and other donations support the Stephen Siller Let Us Do Good Foundation that has established programs as a way to make a lasting and positive difference in the lives of others. These programs, In the Line of Duty and In the Name of Love, bring hope to grieving children, healing to firefighters and families of our military, who sacrifice life and limb in the line of duty and love and hope to the most broken and vulnerable children. For more information, visit www.tunneltotowersrun.org.

Adult Comedy Night Fundraiser

Join the Fifth Grade Outdoor Education Fundraising Committee as it hosts an Adult Comedy Night, open to those 18 years and older, at South Side Middle School on Sept. 23. Comedians John Larocchia, Carie Karavas, Eric Tartaglione and John Santo will perform. Doors open at 7 p.m. for refreshments and raffles; the show starts at 8 p.m. To order tickets, send a check made out to the "RVC School District" to: Fifth Grade Outdoor Education Fundraiser c/o Covert Elementary School, 379 Willow Street, South Hempstead, N.Y. 11550. For more information contact Dana Mauro at libgnick@verizon.net or Tommy Maher at zotter@optonline.net.

Special Religious Event

Mass for Deceased Children

Sept. 17, 12:30 p.m. at St. Agnes Cathedral celebrated by Msgr. William Koenig. Come early to inscribe the child's name in the Book of Families. All are welcome. Refreshments will follow in the Parish Center. For information, call (516) 764-0681.

At the Library

221 N. Village Ave.

(516) 766-6257

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Your Library is about to become better and brighter. Due to renovations to the Library building’s roof and ceilings, it will be closed to the public according to the following schedule:

CHILDREN’S ROOM CLOSED

Aug. 29 - Sept. 19

There will be no Internet available in the Children’s Room beginning Aug. 26.

MAIN LIBRARY CLOSED

Sept. 3 – Sept. 19

There will be no Internet available in the Main Library beginning Sept. 1.

LIBRARY SCHEDULED TO RE-OPEN

Sept. 20

LIBRARY PROGRAMS TO RESUME

Oct. 3

Fines will not be assessed on Library materials while the Library is closed. Patrons are encouraged to make use of neighboring libraries during the closure:

Baldwin Public Library, 2385 Grand Ave.

(between Sunrise and Merrick)

(516) 223-6228

M-F 9-9; Saturdays 9-5;

Sundays 1-5

Lakeview Public Library, 1120 Woodfield Rd. (516) 536-3071

M-TH 10-8; F,SA 9-5,

Closed Sunday

Lynbrook Public Library, 56 Eldert St. (next to post office) (516) 599-8630 M,W,TH 10-9; T 1-9, F,SA 10-5; Closed Sunday

Oceanside Library, 30 Davidson Ave. (516) 766-2360 M-F 9:30-9; SA 9:30-5; Sunday 12-5

West Hempstead Public Library,

500 Hempstead Ave., (516) 481-6591 M-TH 9-9; Summer Saturdays 9-1; Fall Saturdays 9-5; Sundays 12-5

Library staff will work diligently to be ready to re-open on Sept. 20. Construction dates can depend on factors beyond their control, but every effort will be made to open as quickly as possible. The staff regrets any inconveniences to patrons and looks forward to serving the community in the new and improved facility!

The Library’s Career Center is open on Saturdays. Five computers available for your job search needs. All computers are equipped with Win-Way Resume Preparation software, MS Word and Office programs. Inter-net access and bookmarked job search websites. Printing available for resumes and cover letters. Hours of Operation: Mondays 9 am-noon, Tuesdays 1-5 pm, Saturdays 10 a.m. -2 p.m.

Also available is one-to-one Career Counseling Wednesdays from 6-9 p.m. by appointment. Contact the Adult Reference Desk for further details.

August 25

Clases del Internet en Espanol

2 p.m. La biblioteca ofrece clases del Internet y correo electrónico en español. Para más información o para hacer una cita para una clase individual, contacte a Alene Scoblete al escritorio de referencia. ¡Es gratis!

AUGUST 30

Yoga with Joe

1 p.m. Lyengar Yoga instructor Joe Cilmi leads this popular class. Dress in comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat or soft towel. Participants must register at the Adult Reference Desk. There is a $15 non-refundable fee per six-week session.

AUGUST 31

NOTE SUMMER DAY AND TIME!

Simply Stronger

9:15 a.m. Join certified fitness instructor Marilyn Bunger for this popular class designed to strengthen and enhance! Please register at the Adult Reference Desk. There is a $15 fee for a six-week session.

Chi Gong

10:30 a.m. Join instructor Marianna Farina in this ancient Chinese healing art based on meditative movement and breathing techniques. There is a $15 non-refundable fee for a six-class session. Register at the Adult Reference Desk.

Knit 1, Purl 2

1 p.m. Join the circle of knitters and receive advice on how to proceed with projects in progress or learn how to knit if you don’t already know! Beginners should bring a chunky wool and #9 needles.

Evening Yoga with MaryClare

7 p.m. Traditional yoga instruction. Bring mats and wear appropriate attire. Register at the Adult Reference Desk. There is a $15 non-refundable fee for six classes.

SEPTEMBER 1

Clases del Internet en Espanol

2 p.m. La biblioteca ofrece clases del Internet y correo electrónico en español. Para más información o para hacer una cita para una clase individual, contacte a Alene Scoblete al escritorio de referencia. ¡Es gratis!

The following art will be featured at your Library throughout the month of August.

Upper Concourse Gallery

Archival Photographs: The Bank

of Rockville Centre

Be sure to take a look at a collection of photographs from the Library archives highlighting The Bank of Rockville

Centre.

Display Cases

Barbershop Behind the Glass

The Display Cases at the Rockville Centre Public Library will feature a special exhibit throughout the month of August focusing attention on the Barbershop Harmony Society which currently boasts some 30,000 members. The visuals trace “barbershop” four-part a capella singing from the society’s first meeting 73 years ago on a Tulsa rooftop to its status today. The non-profit Nassau Mid-Island Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society is the biggest chorus of its kind on Long Island and welcomes new members at its weekly meetings throughout the year. “Many people are still unaware how far ‘barbershopping’ has come,” said Nassau Mid-Island Chapter President Hal Verity. ”It’s far from four guys singing Sweet Adeline on a street corner. It’s an art form reflected in notables that have and continue to enjoy it; found in TV commercials, sitcoms, children’s programs, in ball parks, and so much more. Awareness is what our traveling exhibit is all about.”

At the Rec Center

50 South Park Ave.

111 N. Oceanside Road

(516) 678-9338 or 9339

Special Class

The All-4-One yoga class is offered for children with special needs ages 3-to-13 on Saturdays 9:45 to 10:30 a.m. and 10:45 to 11:30 a.m. July 9 to 30. Call the Rec office for details.

Tennis Courts open

The Har-Tru courts adjacent to the Rec Center are open and ready for play. Courts are available seven days a week from 8 a.m. until dusk. Admission is by valid recreation card plus court fees

Aerobic Exercise Classes

Ongoing aerobic exercise classes by Nancy’s Aerobics are being offered on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday evenings beginning at 7. Classes may be paid for by the session and are conducted in the air conditioned Rec Center gym.

Zumba Classes

The Zumba fitness program with Ruth Karhu is offered Thursdays from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. with babysitting available for a fee and Saturdays from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Pay as you go.

Summer Birthday Parties

The Rec Center offers age-appropriate birthday parties to village residents from ages 2 to 12. Parties are offered Monday through Friday from 1:30 to 3 p.m. or 4 to 5:30 p.m. Saturday parties beginning at 10 a.m. or 12, 2 or 4 p.m. Detailed flyers are available at the Rec Center office or call (516) 678-9338 or 9339.

FALL 2011

Nursery School Openings

There are a limited number of openings in the Fall 2011 Nursery school Classes at the Rec Center. These classes are for children entering kindergarten in September 2012/13. Classes follow the RVC public school holiday schedule. Openings are in the morning and afternoon classes. There are also opportunities for extended day programs. Come by and see for yourself. In addition to the wonderful classrooms and gymnasiums, they boast one of the best outdoor playground facilities in the area. Call (516) 678-9339 for further information. Classes start on Sept. 12.

Time to register for fall programs

Applications for the Fall Program season are now available. The programs are scheduled to begin the week of Sept. 19th. All registrations are first-come first served and all participants must have valid Recreation Membership cards. Detailed flyers are available by calling (516) 678-9338 or 9339. New programs offered this year include: Happy Piano, Junior Jamboree, Roll Around Fun Card, Brush Strokes, Fencing, RVC Rec. Competition and Training Gymnastics Teams, Schoolhouse Chess, All 4 One Yoga and Zumba.

Kids' Fest — Saturday, Sept. 17

The Annual Kids’ Fest Open House celebration at the Rec. Center is scheduled for Saturday, Sept 17 from 12 Noon to 4 p.m. Representatives from all the village sports organizations will attend as well as the RVC Police , Fire Departments, Post Office, Library, Guild for the Arts , Lions Club and more. This is a free event for the community

to enjoy.

Bicycle Safety Week

The RVC Parks and Recreation Department and the Police Department , in cooperation with the RVC P.T.A. will again offer the Cycle with Care program at the five elementary schools during September. The inspections will take place at Wilson and Riverside schools on Tuesday, Sept. 13; at Covert and Watson schools on Wednesday, Sept. 14 and at Hewitt school on Thursday,

Sept. 15.

Part time jobs available

Residents who are at least 16 years old may apply to work part time on weekday and weekend programs, parties and special events. Applications are available at the Rec. Center office.

At the Sandel 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. .The Senior Center has joined Facebook. By becoming a friend of “Rockville Sandel” you can access the latest center information and see photos.

Try Zumba

Friday mornings at 10:30 a.m. This Latin-inspired calorie burning dance fitness call is designed to “Party You” into shape.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Flea Market

Aug. 26 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Come shop! There will be a great selection of clothing, jewelry, books and household items. Donations from the community are welcome.

ONGOING:

Sandel Senior Men’s Club: The 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. A variety of trips and programs are scheduled for July and August.

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) 537-1162.