Ongoing
Alzheimer's Adult Day Health Care Program
At the United Presbyterian Residence, 378 Syosset-Woodbury Rd., Woodbury. Designed to assist families in caring for persons with Alzheimer's disease and related disorders. Open 7 days from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Program provides the following services: nursing, recreation therapy, social work, nutrition, rehabilitation therapy, a nutritious lunch and snacks which can accommodate a variety of therapeutic diets, a family support group and transportation to and from the program. Clients may be of any age, wheelchair bound or incontinent. Private pay and Medicaid accepted. For additional information call 921-0517.Bible Study Group
An interesting and relevant study of the Bible is offered by the Community Church of Syosset, 36 Church St. on Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. Led by Rev. Stephen Carnahan, the focus of the group is discussion of how biblical insights apply to daily life. A course at 7:30 a.m. on Wednesdays is possible if you call with your interest. No advance notice is necessary for Tuesday night classes. Just come in.National Drawing Association Selections
Will be on exhibit at the Adelphi University Center Gallery through Dec. 12. Included in the exhibit is artist Eleanor Honig from Jericho. Support Groups for Parents, Couples, ChildrenPresented by F.E.G.S. - LI Division
Medicaid, Medicare and most private insurance accepted. For further information or to join a group call Leslie Cohen 364-8040, ext. 116. Offered are:
- Women and men with different life-stage issues
- Individuals dealing with separation and divorce
- Parents of mentally ill adult children
- Married couples
- Children
Annual Toy Drive for Hospitalized Children
Donations will be collected through Dec. 20. If you would like your donation picked up, call 781-5425.; e-mail to: JonathansGifts@Juno.com or write to: Patty and Art Sturm, 54 Twin Ln. N., Wantagh, NY 11793. Donations can be made payable to Jonathan's Gift of Love (founded in the name of Jonathan Sturm who passed away in May from acute lymphoblastic leukemia). Toys are given to hospitalized children. These gifts represent hope.Volunteers Needed
The LI Division of F.E.G.S., a 63-year-old, not-for-profit multi-service agency, is seeking volunteers. Positions available throughout Nassau and Suffolk Counties. F.E.G.S. will train applicants. For information on these opportunities or other F.E.G.S. services call 496-7550. Be part of a meaningful volunteer experience.
- Companions needed for the Buddy Program for People With AIDS.
- To field telephone calls from clients seeking to connect with services, to work with homeless clients to help them learn job and life skills, and to learn how to advocate for people before government agencies.
Upcoming Event
Winter Camp
Come spend the winter break at the Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary. There's lots to see and do. Spend the week or just sign up for a day. Paticipants will find out how animals survive the cold, who has left their tracks in the snow, and will have fun playing games. Dec. 29, 30, 31, Jan. 2. Cost per week $100 members, $120 nonmembers; cost per day $30 members, $35 nonmembers. Send or bring child's name, parent's name, address, phone number, grade, and payment (non refundable checks made payable to T.R. Sanctuary) to: T.R. Sanctuary, 134 Cove Rd., Oyster Bay, NY 11771. For information call 922-3200.Saturday, November 22
Wildlife Shows
Presented by the Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary, 134 Cove Rd., Oyster Bay. Weekly wildlife shows on Saturdays and Sundays. The programs are for families and will cover various topics including live animals and a hike; e.g.: Birds of Prey, Rain Forests, LI's Wildlife, etc. 2 to 3 p.m. $3 members, $5 non-members. Space is limited. Registration is required. Call 922-3200.Song Bird Banding
An expert bird bander will demonstrate the songbird banding program. Adult participants will get to see wild birds up close in the hand and will find out why birds are studied in this way. 10 a.m. to noon at the Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary, 134 Cove Rd., Oyster Bay. Call 922-3200. Members $5 nonmembers $7.The Who's Tommy
The story of a deaf, blind, mute child who becomes a national sensation playing pinball. The driving score by Pete Townsend contains the hit songs, Pinball Wizard, The Acid Queen, I'm Free and Tommy's anthem, See Me, Feel Me, Touch Me, Heal Me. The CAP production contains all of the Broadway spectacle, pyrotechnics, video simulcasts, projections, state of the art lighting effects, and choreography. Tickets $15 to $18. Group rates available. Performances Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays through Nov. 29 at the Cultural Arts Playhouse, 712 Old Bethpage Rd., Old Bethpage. Box Office: 694-3330.The Rose Tattoo
Tennessee Williams' award-winning play at the Purple Cow Playhouse, 71-73 Broadway (Route 107), Hicksville. Performances: Fridays and Saturdays 8 p.m.; Sundays 3 p.m. through Dec. 7. General admission $14, seniors and children under 12 $12. For reservations and information call 938-1940.The Little Mermaid
This tale is being retold through song, dance and majestic storytelling. An enlightened musical retelling that can be enjoyed by children whether they are 7 or 70. Performance 2 p.m. Also on Nov. 23 at 11:30 a.m. Purple Cow Playhouse, 71-73 Broadway (Route 107), Hicksville. General admission $14, seniors and children under 12 $12. For reservations and information call 938-1940.Whoopi Goldberg to Appear
Actor and comedian Whoopi Goldberg will sign copies of her new book which is simply titled Book. This is her second book. The first was called Alice. 1 p.m. at Book Revue, 313 New York Ave., Huntington Village. For information call Peter Costanzo 271-1442.Sunday, November 23
Singles Tennis Event
Hosted by Marion Smith. A tennis and social party for singles every Sunday from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Jericho-Westbury Tennis Club, 44 Jericho Turnpike. Refreshments are served. All levels of tennis accommodated. For information call 997-4060.Animal Signs and Tracking
Adults can meet at the Hoffman Center to discover tracks of wildlife and how to distinguish them. An expert naturalist will also point out animal signs on vegetation and in the forest and field. 9 to 11 a.m. Presented by Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary, 134 Cove Rd., Oyster Bay. Call 922-3200. Members $5 nonmembers $7.Alzheimer's Adult Day Care Support Group
For caregivers and family members. Held on the fourth Sunday of every month at 1 p.m. in the Share Room of the Serenity Building of the United Presbyterian Residence, 378 Syosset-Woodbury Rd., Woodbury. For information call 921-0517.Israel at Risk
Is the subject of a talk to be given by Israel's Cabinet Minister Yuli Edelstein at his only appearance on LI. 8:30 p.m. at the Jericho Jewish Center, 430 N. Broadway, Jericho. For ticket information call 938-2540.Combined Church Concert Benefit
Featuring the combined choirs, a children's choir and instrumentalists from the Dix Hills Methodist Church, St. Margaret's Episcopal Church of Plainview and the Woodbury United Methodist Church. 4 p.m. at the Woodbury U.M. Church, 577 Woodbury Rd., Woodbury. Free admission. Refreshments served after the concert. All proceeds from a free will offering will go to the Huntington Community Food Council. For information call 692-7179.Monday, November 24
The Heart Club
Mutual support and education to help develop a heart-healthy life style. 7:30 p.m. at Mid-Island Hospital (an affiliate of Winthrop-University Hospital), 4295 Hempstead Tpke., Bethpage. For information call 579-6000. Meetings are on the last Monday of each month. Topic: Cardiac Diet with guest speaker Carol Fink, registered dietician and certified life-style counselor of weight management and stress reduction.Tuesday, November 25
Bible Classes
Participate in weekly Bible study classes for adults of all ages. Free discussions about the Torah portion of the week, or the next Jewish festival. No knowledge of Hebrew necessary-all classes are in English. Beginners through advanced welcome. Men and women. Meets every Tuesday at Chabad House in Syosset. Sponsored by Chabad of Oyster Bay Township. For information call 938-1177.Gam-Anon Support Group
Is an anonymous organization for spouses, adult children over 18, family and friends whose lives have been affected by a gambling problem. Tuesdays at the Woodbury Methodist Church, Woodbury Rd., Woodbury at 8 p.m. Call Hotline at 321-2883.Kabbalah Learning Center
Presents a free introductory lecture every Tuesday at 7 p.m. New Kabbalah Course. 6851 Jericho Tpke. Call for reservations 496-9468.Cancer Patient Support Group
Offered by Cancer Care of LI for cancer patients in their 20s and 30s. Tuesdays from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in Cancer Care's Woodbury Office, 20 Crossways Park North. Pre-registration required. For more information call Margaret Burke, CSW 364-8130.Friday, November 28
Alcoholics Anonymous
Local chapter meets every Friday evening at 8 p.m. in Conference Rooms A and B of North Shore University Hospital at Syosset. For details call 496-6527.The Who's Tommy
The story of a deaf, blind, mute child who becomes a national sensation playing pinball. The driving score by Pete Townsend contains the hit songs, Pinball Wizard, The Acid Queen, I'm Free and Tommy's anthem, See Me, Feel Me, Touch Me, Heal Me. The CAP production contains all of the Broadway spectacle, pyrotechnics, video simulcasts, projections, state of the art lighting effects, and choreography. Tickets $15 to $18. Group rates available. Also on Nov. 29 at the Cultural Arts Playhouse, 712 Old Bethpage Rd., Old Bethpage. Box Office: 694-3330.The Rose Tattoo
Tennessee Williams' award-winning play at the Purple Cow Playhouse, 71-73 Broadway (Route 107), Hicksville. Performances: Fridays and Saturdays 8 p.m.; Sundays 3 p.m. through Dec. 7. General admission $14, seniors and children under 12 $12. For reservations and information call 938-1940.Native Americans
Children of all ages can discover how the first Long Islanders lived. Separated into age groups, participants can take a nature hike, visit a wigwam, play a game, cook some corn cake or dye some cloth. 1 to 3 p.m. at the Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary, 134 Cove Rd., Oyster Bay. Call 922-3200. Members $3 nonmembers $5.Saturday, November 29
Wildlife Shows
Presented by the Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary, 134 Cove Rd., Oyster Bay. Weekly wildlife shows on Saturdays and Sundays. The programs are for families and will cover various topics including live animals and a hike; e.g.: Birds of Prey, Rain Forests, LI's Wildlife, etc. 2 to 3 p.m. $3 members, $5 non-members. Space is limited. Registration is required. Call 922-3200.Sunday, November 30
Singles Tennis Event
Hosted by Marion Smith. A tennis and social party for singles every Sunday from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Jericho-Westbury Tennis Club, 44 Jericho Turnpike. Refreshments are served. All levels of tennis accommodated. For information call 997-4060.Jericho Library Events
1 Merry Lane, 935-6790Guitar Give Me Your Song presented by Gerald Edery, outstanding classical guitarist who has been featured in major concert halls and festivals all over the world. Be treated to a fascinating mosaic of folk, classical and popular songs from around the world in over 10 languages. 2 p.m. Nov. 23. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. Cosponsored by the TOB Dept. of Community and Youth Services, Cultural and Performing Arts Divsion and the library as part of CAPA's Distinguished Artists Concert Series.
Be Smart About Art! Take thought-provoking college level classes close to home, with no anxiety, no tests and at no cost. Fridays at 10 a.m., the library is presenting a series of slide lectures on the history of art. Dec. 19: The Modern World.
Syosset Library Events
225 South Oyster Bay Road, 921-7161Portraits
Pastel by Daniel Goldman will be exhibited during the month of November and may be viewed during regular library hours.The Art and Life of Egon Schiele
A slide/lecture with Magda Salvesen. Free. 1:30 p.m. Nov. 26.Mid-Island Y JCC Calendar
45 Manetto Hill Rd.
Plainview, NY 11803
822-3535
Ongoing
Programs for Infants, Toddlers and Preschoolers
For information call the center ext. 342.- New Mother/New Baby Classes. New mothers can discuss and share their feelings with others. A certified facilitator leads the discussion with occasional guests such as pediatricians, nutritionists, rabbis and educators.
- Parent-Child Playland for 18 to 24 months by July 1. Parents share playtime, arts and crafts and songs and stories with their child.
- Mommy and Me for 22 to 35 months. A two-part program designed to facilitate the process of separation.
- Senior Adult Bridge Club for seniors age 60+. You do not have to be an expert, but basic knowledge is required. 1 to 3 p.m. Thursdays. Members free, nonmembers $2 at door. Refreshments served. Call Rachel Ginsburg at the center, ext. 345 for information.
- Senior Adult Creative Drama Program for people interested in producing vignettes depicting situations of particular interest to the American Jewish community are invited to work with JCC staff in developing scenarios, writing scripts and filming the series. These vignettes will later be used as teaching tools for various groups. 1:45 to 3:15 p.m. Tuesdays. Free. Call Rachel Ginsburg at the center, ext. 345.
- Senior Adult Scrabble for seniors age 60+. You do not have to be an expert, but basic knowledge is required. Noon to 2 p.m. Thursdays in Room #203. Members free, nonmembers $2 at door. Refreshments served. Call Rachel Ginsburg at the center, ext. 345 for information.
Senior Clubs
- Senior Adult Couples Club 60+. A variety of social and educational activities for senior couples wanting to meet friends and develop new interests. 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Members $2 per couple, nonmembers $8 per couple. Pay at door. Held in Room 203.
- Senior Adults (60+) Radish (Reserve a Day for Interesting Social Happenings), a unique self-directed group of retired individuals with a zest for intellectual stimulation. 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Members free, nonmembers $3. Pay at door. Held in Room 203.
- New Outlook (65+). A social program for single senior adults. Refreshments provided. 7:30 to 9:15 p.m. Members $1, nonmembers $3 + $1 for refreshments. Pay at door. Held in Room 203. Contact Nancy Deutsch, ext. 335.
- Wednesday Club (70+) focuses on social, recreational and educational experiences for seniors over age 70. Activities include lectures, recreational games, celebrations of Jewish holidays, trips and more. Coffee and tea provided. 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Members free, nonmembers $3 (pay at door). Contact Rachel Ginsburg, ext. 345.
Senior Adult Activities
Meet the Experts. Co-sponsored with the Heart Smart Program). A bi-monthly lecture series led by professional speakers from the community. Topics will be health and fitness, the body-mind connection and money and finances. Members $1, nonmembers $2. $1 additional at the door. Contact Nancy Deutsch, ext. 335.Singles Clubs
- Flying Solo Singles Socialization/Support Group. Discussion group about issues facing singles today. Topics include dating, fear of commitment, finding the person that's right for you or recovering from the breakup of a meaningful relationship. Features entertainment, socials and guest speakers. Tuesdays 8 to 10 p.m. Members $4, nonmembers $6. For information about Flying Solo Saturday dances and other programs call Debra, ext. 328, at the center.
- Esprit Singles Socialization/Support Group for adults ages 22+. Provides a supportive environment for those interested in meeting new people. Designed to help focus on the social skills needed for connecting and maintaining relationships with others. Guest speakers and social workers facilitate group discussions and topic raps relevant to single life in the '90s. Topics include communication, self- esteem, personal awareness and dating. Share common interests. Wednesdays 8 to 10 p.m. Members $4, nonmembers $6 (nonmembers discount rate monthly booklets $20).
- Upscale Singles (US), an association for business and professional singles 24-39 years of age. Provides social agenda for managers, supervisors and other professionals currently working at high performance levels. Focuses on networking busy singles interested in meeting people who share common interests in education, employment, religion and character. Offers entertainment and guest speakers. Topics include dating and relationships, health and fitness, financial awareness. Resumes may be requested for member card to be issued. Thursdays 8 to 10 p.m. (new member cards and intakes will be done between 7:30 and 8 p.m.). Members $4, nonmembers $6.
- Sunday Brunch for Singles 50+. If you are single and over 50 years old, you don't have to curl up with your Sunday paper anymore. Have brunch and listen to a lecture at the JCC. Brunch is 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., and is held on the first Sunday of each month. Preregistration fees are $6 members, $8 nonmembers. Additional fee of $1 at the door. For information call the JCC, ext. 335.
Ongoing Support Groups
- Moving On Bereavement Support and Discussion Group. Mondays 8 to 9:30 p.m. Members $4, nonmembers $6.
- New Paths Bereavement Support and Discussion Group . Mondays 8 to 9:30 p.m. Members $4, nonmembers $6.
- What's Ahead Bereavement Support and Discussion Group. Mondays 8 to 9:30 p.m. Members $4, nonmembers $6.