Rockville Centre events and activities Sept. 23, 2010

On the board

Board of Trustees Briefing

Sept. 29, 7 p.m., Village Hall

Community Events

Meet the candidates

The Rockville Centre Democratic Club will host a meet the candidates event at 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 29 at the Sandel Senior Center, 50 S. Park Ave. They are expecting all of the major candidates or their representatives.

Rockville Centre Historical Society

The Museum of the Village of Rockville Centre invites one and all to visit and enjoy the historic restoration at 28 Hempstead Ave. Summer hours are Sunday 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. and also by appointment for groups. On display are kitchen tools, carpentry tools, period furniture, pharmaceutical collectibles and much more. The Victorian Garden is in full bloom for all to enjoy. There is no fee. For further information, call Frank Seipp at (516) 764-7459.

Tree of Life Yoga

Central Synagogue of Nassau County, 430 DeMott Ave., is sponsoring a fall session of evening yoga classes. The classes are open to yoga students of all levels. The Tree of Life Yoga is offering a series of 12 classes each, that began on Sept. 14 at 7:30 p.m. The series of classes is available for $150 or you may pay as you go for $15 a class. All members of the community are invited to participate. A special introductory offer for new students only, at a special rate of $10 per class is available for Sept. 21. For additional information, including specific class dates, contact the office at (516)-766-4300 or visit www.centralsy.org/ community/treeoflifeyoga.

Village Art Club

The Village Art Club begins its new season on Sept. 23 with the return of an art demonstration by pastel artist Dan Slapo. Dan is a Master Pastelist and a member of the Pastel Society of America, American Artists Professional League, Allied Artists of America, Hudson Valley Art Association, Art League of Nassau County, and lifetime member of the Art Students League. He has taught art for 25 years in New York City schools and privately. He has won more than 150 awards in national competitions. The meeting begins at 7 p.m. at the downstairs meeting room at the Rockville Centre Library, 221 North Village Ave. The meeting is free. New members are welcome. For further information, please call Frank McIntyre at (516) 764-1950.

Martinis for MS

Maple Pointe Assisted Living, 260 Maple Ave., will host a fundraiser on Sept. 23 at 4 p.m. on its patio to benefit the Long Island chapter of the multiple sclerosis foundation and MS services. For a $5 donation, enjoy all drinks, food and music. RSVP to ttaylor@maple-pointe.com or call (516) 764-4848.

Community Party at the Village Green

The free Community Party hosted by the Vineyard Church will take place on Sept. 25 from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Everything there will be free — hot dogs, cotton candy, popcorn, soda, face painting, bouncy house, DJ, children’s activities, games and races for adults and children. There will be also be a free raffle with a grand prize of a Sony Playstation 3. The event is sponsored by The Vineyard Church. For more information, visit www.thevineyard church.com. You can also call (516) 678-7888 or email: vineyard@ optonlinenet.

Ovarian Cancer Walk

The National Ovarian Cancer Coalition’s (NOCC) Long Island Chapter will hold its 4th annual “Walk to Break the Silence on Ovarian Cancer” on Sept. 25 at Eisenhower Park in East Meadow. Registration will open at 10 a.m., and the 3-mile walk will begin at 11:15 am. Special events include a survivor tent featuring gifts exclusive to ovarian cancer survivors, a group survivor photo, and food and beverages. All participants will receive a T-shirt and a gift pack containing Pureology items, from the premiere sponsor of the event. To register for the NOCC Long Island Chapter’s “Walk to Break the Silence on Ovarian Cancer” call 631-672-2027 or visit www.nocc.kintera.org/liny.

Tunnel to Towers Run/Walk

The annual event, in honor of former Rockville Centre resident and New York City firefighter Stephen Siller will take place on Sept. 26 at 9:30 a.m. from the Brooklyn side of the Battery Tunnel. Registration is $60. Children under 12, are free. Day-of race registration in Coffey Park, Red Hook, Brooklyn. For more information, visit www,tunneltotowersrun.org.

Paul Joseph trio at the library

An enjoyable afternoon of Jerome Kern jazz music will be presented by composer/pianist Paul Joseph and his trio of piano, drums and bass at the Rockville Centre Public Library on Sept. 26 at 2 p.m. For more information, call (516) 766-625.

The Oberammergau Passion Play: A Discussion

The Institute for Interfaith Dialogue at Molloy College invites the community for a discussion of the play on Sept. 26 at 3 p. m. in the Hays Theatre, Wilbur Arts Center, Molloy College campus. Steeped in tradition and controversy, the play continues to attract fans and critics as it dramatizes the final days in the life of Jesus, his death on the cross, and his miraculous resurrection as narrated in Scripture. In recent years this piece of performance pageantry has been undergoing a metamorphosis as its creative team seeks to balance modern sensibilities with ancient Gospel narratives. Our panelists will discuss whether this evolution has been successful or is it still a work in progress. Speakers include Rev. Thomas M. Catania, Ph.D., Molloy College, Rabbi Paul Kushner, and Pastor Dr. Roger D. Johns, St. Mark’s Methodist Church. Members of the audience who have attended this play will also be invited to express their opinions. For information call: (516) 678-5000 ext 6880 or 6162. There is no charge for this program.

Mayor’s Annual Golf and Tennis Classic and Dinner

The Mayor's Golf and Tennis Classic, to benefit the Rockville Centre Community Fund, is scheduled for Sept. 27 at the Hempstead Golf and Country Club. Rabbi Emeritus Dr. Barry Dov Schwartz is the honoree. Tickets and sponsorships for the all-day event, are available. The donation for lunch, cocktails and dinner as well as a round of golf is $350. The donation for tennis, lunch and dinner is $225. Dinner-only tickets are $110. To make a reservation or for information about sponsorships, call Mary Rohrs at (516) 678-9260. Each year the

Community Fund

provides confidential assistance to hundreds of people in emergency need. Unlike other non-profit charities, the fund is directed exclusively to Rockville Centre residents, who have received more than $950,000 since it was established in 1987.

Rosa Lee Young House Tour

The annual House Tour, a fundraiser that showcases charming homes of Rockville Centre will take place on Oct. 1 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30

Lions Club Duck Race

The annual Duck Race will return on Oct. 2 at Centennial Park at Mill River from noon to 4. (Raindate Oct. 3.) New this year is a performance showcase, So You Think You Can Sing, for children and teens from 5-18. Contact Jeanne Mulry at (516) 857-1366 for more

information.

Flea market vendors wanted

The Halandia Court Senior Residence, 274 N. Centre Ave., will hold a flea market in its Community Room on Oct. 2 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Interested vendors should contact Dolores Incorvaia, president of the Tenant Association, at (516) 536-2080.

SSHS Post-Prom Yard Sale

Oct. 2 from 9 a.m. until 2 14 Virginia Ave. Thanks for your support!

92nd Street Y Live Lecture

Tzipi Livni: State of World Jewry

Temple B’nai Sholom and Congregation Beth David present the first of the programs broadcast live via satellite on Oct. 3 at 8 p.m. at Temple B’nai Sholom, 100 Hempstead Ave. Livni is one of Israel’s most high profile and influential political figures, leader of the Kadima party and head of the opposition to the Netanyahu government. One admission is $15; 3 admissions $36; 6 admissions $65. Coffee and cake included. For reservations or information, call (516) 764-7100 or visit www.bnai

sholom.org.

Molloy Common Reading Program

“Three Cups of Tea: One Man’s Mission to Promote Peace...One School at a Time” co-author David Olivier Relin visits the Molloy campus, 1000 Hempstead Ave. on Oct. 5 at 2 p.m. for an open discussion of the book that recants his co-author, Greg Mortensen’s journey that led from a failed 1993 attempt to climb the world’s second highest mountain, Pakistan’s K2, to successfully establish schools in some of the most remote regions of Afghanistan and Pakistan, replacing guns with pencils and rhetoric with reading. For information, contact Prof. Damian Hey at (516) 678-5000 ext. 6142 or Jacqueline Rath at ext. 6907.

Fortnightly Club

On Oct. 5 the Fortnightly Club kicks off its new season with performances by their own pianist, Laurel Thompkins and three members of the YJCC's Chamber Group. p.m. at St. Mark's United Methodist Church on Hempstead Avenue. Refreshments will

follow.

92nd Street Y Live Lecture

Elie Wiesel & Very Special Guests

Temple B’nai Sholom and Congregation Beth David present the second program broadcast live via satellite on Oct. 6 at 8 p.m. at Temple B’nai Sholom, 100 Hempstead Ave. Wiesel and others from the Conference of Nobel Laureates will bring key findings from the conference, focusing on how to manage the changing nature of leadership in the 21st century. One admission is $15; 3 admissions $36; 6 admissions $65. Coffee and cake included. For reservations or information, call (516) 764-7100 or visit www.bnaisholom.org.

A Taste of Elegance

Join the Rockville Centre Chamber of Commerce on Oct. 16 from 6 to 10 p.m. at the St. Agnes Cathedral Parish Center for a night of dining — sampling village restaurants’ signature dishes — dancing and wine tasting. Village Trustee David Krasula and Robert Williams, Esq. are being honored. Advance tickets (until Oct. 10) are $25. Tickets the night of the event are $35. Proceeds will benefit The Hispanic Brotherhood of Rockville Centre and The Theresa Alessandra Russo Foundation. For more information, call (516) 766-0666 or visit www.rvcchamber.com.

Rockville Centre Youth Council Meeting

Oct. 18 at 7:30 p.m. at the Recreation Center. Local high school students are invited to come check out what the council is about and join one of its committees. The group also welcomes any businesses or community members and leaders with ideas or resources to come to its meetings or contact them at info@rvcyouthcouncil.org.

Fortnightly Club

On Oct. 19 the Fortnightly Club will present sculptor and Master of Fine Arts Benjamin Burton, who will present a fascinating program in a slightly different format. The meeting will take place at 1:30 p.m. in St. Mark's United Methodist Church on Hempstead Ave. Refreshments will follow the presentation.

9/11 Commemorative Vigil

Residents are invited to share the comfort of community at a brief candlelight prayer vigil commemorating the dedication of Rockville Centre's 9/11 Memorial on the Village Green at 7 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 24. Please bring candles.

At the Library

221 N. Village Ave.

(516) 766-6257

Coming soon: Homework Helpers, a partnership program between the Sandel Senior Center Service Corps and the Rockville Centre Public Library will offer help with homework to students in grades 1-6 every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday between the hours of 3:30 and 5:30 p.m. beginning Sept. 20 in the Children’s Room of the Library. Look for further details or contact the Children’s Room for additional information.

The Library is now open on Sundays from 1-5 p.m.

The Library’s Career Center is now 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. Internet access and bookmarked job search Web sites. Printing available for resumes and cover letters. Hours of Operation: Mondays 9 a.m.-noon, Tuesdays 1-5 p.m., Wednesdays 6-9 p.m. Also available: one-to-one career counseling Wednesdays from 6-9 p.m. by appointment. Contact the Adult Reference Desk.

This week at the library:

SEPTEMBER 23

Organizing Your (Financial) Affairs

1-2:30 p.m. Professional financial planner Ida Epstein will guide participants in the steps to take in organizing your finances.

Young Adult Community Service Program Sign-up

10 a.m. - Ongoing. Sign-up on this day for community service opportunities on Oct. 23.

SEPTEMBER 24

Mothers’ Center Circle Registration

9 a.m. An eight-week discussion group led by Mothers’ Center facilitator. Come and meet other young mothers. Register in the Children’s Room.

Chi Gong

10 a.m. Instructor Marianna Farina leads this class of repetitive movement and meditation techniques designed to de-stress. There is a $10 per six week session non-refundable fee for this program. Register at the Adult Reference Desk.

Rhyme Time

10-11 a.m. For babies ages 4-14 months and their significant adults. Register in the Children’s Room for this morning of developmental play and socialization.

Friday Films

2 p.m. Today’s film is “Date Night,” PG-13, 188 minutes.

SEPTEMBER 25

The College Process with Ellen Karcinell

2-3:30 p.m. Join in to learn how to write a college essay that is guaranteed to wow the admissions officers.

SEPTEMBER 27

Tot Time

10 a.m. Story Time for two- and three- yea- olds with an adult. You must be pre-registered to attend. Contact the Children’s Room for registration details.

Simply Stronger with Marilyn Bunger

11:30 a.m. Register at the Adult Reference Desk for this popular exercise class designed to enhance strength and flexibility. There is a $10 non-refundable fee per six week session payable upon registration.

Monday Mysteries with Eileen McCarthy

Noon. Join the discussion of this month’s mystery, “Slip of the Knife” by Denise Mina.

Kinder Kids

4 p.m. Kindergarten Story Time. Participants should pre-register in the Children’s Room.

SEPTEMBER 28

Terrific Threes

10:30 a.m. Story Time for three-year- olds. Participants must be pre-registered. Contact the Children’s Room for registration information.

Yoga with Joe

1 p.m. Join this popular class led by Iyengar yoga instructor Joe Cilmi. There is a $10 fee per six week session. Register at the Adult Reference desk. There is a $10 non-refundable fee per six -week session payable upon

registration.

Knit 1, Purl 2 with Paula Picow

1 p.m. All knitters welcome! Beginners, please bring #9 needles and chunky wool.

Picture Book Parade

1:30 p.m. Four-year-olds Story Time. Participants must be pre-registered. Contact Children’s Room for registration information.

Books Before Bedtime

7 p.m. Story Time for three-to- five- year-olds. Participants must be pre-registered. Contact the Children’s Room for registration information.

SEPTEMBER 29

Picture Book Parade

9:30 a.m. Four-year-olds Story Time. Participants must be pre-registered. Contact Children’s Room for registration information.

Terrific Threes

1:30 p.m. Story Time for three-year-olds. Participants must be pre-registered. Contact the Children’s Room for registration information.

Anime Club

7 p.m. All things anime for grades 7-12.

SEPTEMBER 30

Great museums of New York

1 p.m. Join art educator Pamela Koehler for a look at the old and the new at the great museums of New York

The following art will be featured during the month of September:

Upper Concourse Gallery:

Archival Photographs of Old Rockville Centre: Commerce in Old Rockville

Centre

Lower Concourse Gallery: Landscapes by Richard Zino

Helen Kraus Community Room Gallery: Paintings and Drawings by Donna Gabusi

Display Cases: Library Card Sign-up Month Display

Rec Center

50 South Park Ave.

111 N. Oceanside Road

(516) 678-9338 or 9339

Fall Program Registration

Registration is now being accepted for the Fall programs that begin the week of Sept. 19. All registrations are first-come, first-served and all participants must have valid 2010-11 recreation membership cards. Detailed flyers are available at the Rec Center or by calling (516) 678-9338 or 9339. New programs offered this year include: Kinder-crafts, Happy Piano Jamboree, Mad Science, Brush Strokes, Fencing, All-Star Sports, RVC Rec Center Gymnastic Competition Team and Dodgeball for Kids.

Fall Nursery School

openings

There are a limited number of openings in the 2010-11 Nursery School program. These classes are for children entering kindergarten in Sept. 2011 and 2012. Call Peggy at (516) 678-9338 or 9339 for registration

information.

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. A staff member will discuss membership

with you.

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

SPECIAL EVENTS:

Thursday Evenings are Back with Tai Chi from 4:15-5:15 and Yoga from 5:30-6:30. Both classes are taught by a certified instructor. $5 per session for non-members. A “Lite Bite” dinner is available for purchase.

Headlines with Carol Carlton:

Mondays at 2 p.m. A lively discussion on topics pulled from today’s headlines. $5 per session for non-members.

Mah Jongg Lessons

On Thursdays beginning Sept.16 from 6 p.m.-7:30 p.m. A series of 6

lessons. $30 for non-members.

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. Check with the center for a schedule.

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 for an appointment.