On the Calendar 7-10-09

Issue of July 10, 2009 / 18 Tammuz 5769

Fleischmanns, NY - Executive directors, fundraisers, development professionals, and organization lay leaders: take advantage of two days of seminars, lectures and networking opportunities with peers to help make your fundraising program more productive. Wednesday, July 22, Thursday July 23, at Oppenheimer's Regis Hotel in Fleischmanns, NY. Topics to be addressed include: What's for Dinner? An Insider's View on Running an Effective and Successful Dinner Campaign; The Check is in the Mail! Is Direct Mail Right for You?; Proven Time Management and Donor Retention Techniques; and Tough Decisions for Tough Times: Running Your Fundraising Machine at 25% Below Budget. Presenters include Herschel Leiner, president of H. LEINER & Co.; Yitzchok Saftlas, president of Bottom Line Marketing Group; Rabbi Tzvi Bider, executive director of Chicago Center for Torah & Chesed; Rabbi Yonah Weinrib, Judaica Illuminations; Rabbi Tzvi Chaim Pincus of Tiferes Stam, and others. For reservations or more information, contact Mrs. Esther Saftlas at 718-412-3520 or NYseminar2009@gmail.com.

Cedarhurst - Chabad of the Five Towns will host a Sushi & Salad demonstration and tasting workshop with Chanie Lebovic on Monday, July 13, 2009 at 8:00 p.m. Learn just how easy it is to turn out world-class cuisine without compromising anything, with delicious kosher cooking. You will be able to prepare your very own sushi & salads to take home with you. Suggested donation $30 per person. 74 Maple Avenue, Cedarhurst. R.S.V.P. required, please call 516-295-2478

Cedarhurst - The JCC of the Greater Five Towns Long Island Friends’ Experience (LIFE) group is hosting a “Movie and Sing Along” evening on Monday, July 13 from 7-9:00 p.m. at the JCC, 207 Grove Ave. The fee is $5. For more information, please call (516) 569-6733.

East Hills - The Sid Jacobson JCC is hosting an event, “The History of Islam and Jewish Life in Arab countries” on Tuesday July 14 from 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon. There will be a presentation by Saul Silas Fathi, author of “Full Circle: Escape from Baghdad and the Return.” The cost is $10 for non-members and free for SJJCC members and Passport Holders. For more information, please call Donna Bernstein at (516) 484-1545 ext. 134

Cedarhurst - The Young Israel of Woodmere is hosting a lecture on Thursday, July 16 at 8:30 p.m. as part of their Dilemma, Discussion and Dessert series. Rabbi Aaron Glatt will speak on the topic of “Could a Churban Happen in our Lifetime?” at the home of Judy and Steven Stulberger, 559 Harbor Drive in Cedarhurst. For more information, call the shul at (516) 295-0950.

East Hills - The Sid Jacobson JCC is presenting a seminar entitled “Survivor’s Survival Kit” on Tuesday, July 21 from 10:30 a.m. until 12 noon. Presented by Martha Kolodkin, this seminar shows you how to minimize the stress on your surviving family members after you’re gone through the development of a Survivor’s Survival Kit. The cost is $10 for non-members and free for SJJCC members and Passport Holders. For more information, please contact Donna Bernstein at (516) 484-1545 ext. 134.

Lido Beach - AMIT presents its Annual Yom Iyun - Day of Learning Seminar - “For Women by Women” at the Lido Beach Synagogue at Fairway Road and Lido Boulevard in Lido Beach, on Wednesday, July 22, Rosh Chodesh Menachem Av, from 9:30-1:30.  The Seminar is titled, “Family Redeemed, Exploring Biblical and Present Day Paradigms of Family Relationships.” The presenters will be noted lecturers Ann Leifer, MA and Rebbetzin Dina Rabhan, LCSW. Call the AMIT office at 212-477-4720 or the synagogue office at 516-889-9650 for more information.

Oceanside - The Friedberg JCC is hosting a lecture on “The Baseball Talmud” on Thursday, July 23 at 7:30 p.m. Join author and radio personality Howard Megdal as he discusses his new book, a historical narration of Major League Jewish Baseball in America. Cost is $6. For more information, please call (516) 634-4154 or e-mail mlevi@friedbergjcc.org.

Oceanside - The Friedberg JCC is hosting a day trip to Northport on Sunday, July 26. The day will begin with a Living History Tour at the Vanderbilt Mansion where actors play the roles of the Vanderbilt family and their famous guest. Then, we stop for a three-course luncheon. After lunch, we head over to the new John W. Engeman Theater for the Gershwin musical “Crazy for You” Cost is $132 for the day, with luxury coach bus transportation included. Register by June 20. The trip will be leaving at 9 a.m. from the JCC, 15 Neil Court in Oceanside. For more information, please call (516) 766-4341 or go to www.friedbergjcc.org.

Rockville Centre - Mercy Medical Center will present a free one-hour lecture on “My Parents Are Aging. What Do I Need To Know?” on Wednesday, July 29 at 7:30 p.m. in the Mercy League Lounge on the hospital campus. Mercy’s Director of Geriatric Medicine Dr. Muhammad Ramzan, and Adult Health Nurse Practitioner Margaret Amodemo, will discuss signs of aging that should be of concern, care and assistance that is available, and issues of importance that people might not even consider. The presentation will include information about Mercy Medical Center’s Geriatric Assessment Program, nutrition, prevention of falls, and the broad affects that an aging parent has on all members of a family. Registration is not required. The Mercy League Lounge is located in the building opposite the hospital’s Emergency Department. For parking, follow the signs to the lecture. For more information, call (516) 62MERCY or visit www. mercymedicalcenter.info.

Lawrence - EndTheMadness is holding its 5th annual Lawrence Shabbaton on the weekend of August 7-8 at Cong. Beth Sholom. The age range is for singles between 25 and 35. The cost is $35 per person, to be paid in advance. Space is limited to 48 participants. Meals will be held at homes of local families, with other programming and a kumsitz after Shabbos. For more information and to make a reservation, please contact Batya at salk1111@aol.com.

Oceanside - The Friedberg JCC is hosting a parenting workshop, “Is it time to go back to school already?” on Wednesday, August 5 from 10-11 a.m. Come hear tips about helping your children make the transition from summer back to school. The event is free, and childcare is available for a small fee. Advance reservations required. The JCC is located t 15 Neil Court in Oceanside. For more information, please call (516) 634-4192 or e-mail khorowitz@friedbergjcc.org.

ONGOING EVENTS

Cedarhurst - The Beis Medrash of Cedarhurst holds a Flexible Morning Learning Program every Monday through Thursday from 10:30 a.m. until 12:45 p.m. There are shiurim and chavrusas in Chumash, Gemara, Halacha and Chovos Halevavos. Learners may come and go as they please. The Beis Medrash of Cedarhurst is located at 504 W. Broadway (off the corner of W. Broadway and Cedarhurst Ave.) For information, please contact Rabbi Moshe Kaufman at (718) 471-2780 or moshehkaufman@gmail.com.

Cedarhurst - The “Sunday Night Torah Lecture Series” in memory of Shari Siman-Tov z”l is held weekly at 8:00 p.m. at Congregation Shaare Emunah, the Sephardic Congregation of the Five Towns, 539 Oakland Avenue (Corner Oakland Ave. & Peninsula Blvd). Men and women are invited. Ner Sarah is a network of Torah and chesed projects in memory of Shari Siman-Tov z”l. For more information, please e-mail nersarah@nersarahproject.com or visit www.nersarahproject.com.

Long Beach - Long Beach Medical Center has a newly formed Gamblers Anonymous group. Meetings are held each Monday at 7:30 p.m. in Conference Room D at Long Beach Medical Center, 455 E. Bay Drive. For more information, please call (516) 897-1250.

Long Beach - Long Beach Medical Center’s Counseling Center has free weekly Anxiety & Depression walk-in screenings every Wednesday from 2-3 p.m. Screenings will include an interview with a mental health professional. For more information, please call (516) 897-1270.

Plainview - The Friedberg JCC hosts a free spousal support group which meets the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 10 a.m. at Temple Chaverim, 1050 Washington Ave. For more information, please call Roberta at (516) 742-2050.

Cedarhurst - The JCC of the Greater Five Towns offers a variety of Hebrew classes. The Conversational Hebrew Intermediate meets Mondays from 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. The Conversational Hebrew Beginner class meets Mondays from 11:50 to 1:05 p.m. The Learn How to Read Hebrew day class meets Mondays from 1:10 to 2:25 p.m. The Conversational Hebrew Beginner night class meets Tuesdays from 7:30 to 8:45 p.m. The Conversational Hebrew Intermediate night class meets Tuesdays from 7:30 to 8:45 p.m. The Learn How to Read Hebrew night class meets Mondays beginning 7:30 to 8:45 p.m. Each class meets 12 times and costs $200.

Hewlett - The 1 in 9 Hewlett House offers support groups at 86 East Rockaway Road. The groups include: yoga and stress reduction, Mondays from 1-2 p.m.; breast cancer support for those undergoing treatment, Tuesdays from 11 a.m. to 12 noon, and Wednesdays from 1-2 p.m.; knitting circle meets on Tuesdays from 10-11 a.m.; the writer's roundtable meets Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 12 noon; Newly Diagnosed Breast Cancer group meets Tuesdays from 12:15-1:15 p.m. for eight sessions facilitated by Jill Alper, MSW, CSW; breast cancer group for the working woman meets Tuesdays at 6 p.m. and is facilitated by Sue Champlin, CSW. A new class, held on Tuesdays, from 10-11 a.m., is a "Mind Body Spiritual Healing Journey" for cancer patients looking to connect to their inner sanctuary. All classes and support groups are a free service. Please call Christine (516) 374-3190 to register.

West Hempstead - Bereavement Support Group for widows and widowers will be held every Wednesday in the Jewish Community Center of West Hempstead, from 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. There is a $140 fee. The JCC is located at 711 Dogwood Avenue in West Hempstead. To join, please call Rachel Bruckenstein, LMSW at (516) 766-4341, ext. 131.

Cedarhurst - Every Tuesday, the JCC of the Greater Five Towns offers a social day program called "Remember When" from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. at Sons of Israel in Woodmere. This program is especially designed for memory enhancement and socialization. The cost includes a full range of therapeutic activities, morning beverage, dessert, and a kosher lunch. Round-trip door-to-door handicapped accessible transportation is available on a limited basis. Registration is limited to ensure maximum benefits to each participant. For further information call the JCC at (516) 569-6733.

Lynbrook - Cong. Beth David's Thrift Shop is open every Tuesday from 1-3 p.m. Bingo every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Rabbi's Learning Group meets every Thursday evening from 7:30-8:30 p.m. Everything is free and open to the public. Beth David is located at 188 Vincent Ave in Lynbrook. For more information, call Galit Dardashtian at (516) 599-9464

Cedarhurst - Every Tuesday, the JCC of the Greater Five Towns hosts a Parkinson's Support Group. The purpose of this group is to bring together Parkinsonians, spouses and their families in order to help them better understand the nature of the condition, gain confidence and join in community activities. For further information, please contact Cathy Byrne at (516) 569-6733, ext. 220.

Cedarhurst - Every Wednesday, the JCC of the Greater Five Towns hosts a Cards and Friendship group from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Come alone or bring a friend for a fun afternoon at the JCC. Enjoy meeting new people, good conversation and challenging games. The JCC is located at 207 Grove Avenue in Cedarhurst. For more information, please call Lisa Stern at (516) 569-6733, ext. 209.

Woodmere - Every Wednesday, the JCC of the Greater Five Towns hosts a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) group at Sons of Israel in Woodmere. The goal is to offer a safe haven where clients and family members feel accepted for who they are. For further information, please contact Chana Pfeifer at (516) 569-6733, ext. 213 or Lisa Barnett at ext. 210.

Woodmere - The JCC of the Greater Five Towns hosts the Come Alive Program at Sons of Israel in Woodmere. This program provides an opportunity for homebound older adults to participate in social, recreational and intellectual activities. Kosher lunch will be provided and door-to-door transportation is available on a limited basis. This program runs on a summer schedule. For further information, please call Linda Balch at (516) 569-6733, ext. 211 or Mary Sheffield, ext. 219.

Long Beach - The Friedberg JCC hosts a free caregivers support group that meets the second Monday of each month at 1 p.m. at Temple Emanuel of Long Beach, 455 Neptune Blvd. For more information, please call Roberta at (516) 742-2050.

Plainview - The Friedberg JCC hosts a free spousal support group which meets the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 10 a.m. at Temple Chaverim, 1050 Washington Ave. For more information, please call Roberta at (516) 742-2050.

Lawrence - The JCC of the Greater Five Towns Rainbow School, an after school Enrichment Program for children from Russian families, meets on Wednesdays, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., at Temple Israel, 140 Central Avenue, Lawrence, NY. For further information please call (516) 569-6733, ext. 214.