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Friday, 17 February 2012 00:00

Robert Spiotto’s Musical Tribute to Danny Kaye

Temple Emanuel of Great Neck, 150 Hicks Ln., will present “Courting the Jester,” Robert Spiotto’s Musical Tribute to Danny Kaye. Multi-talented Bob Spiotto sings and dances in a non-stop overview of Kaye’s life, told with energy and humor. Come and see him in this 90-minute tour-de-farce with musical direction and accompaniment by Peter A. Pece. 3 p.m. Tickets are $10/adult with discounts for students and seniors. The price of admission includes a “Meet the Artist” dessert reception that follows the show. Call 482-5701.

Jewish Business Ethics Course

What does the Torah say about Insider Trading? Bankruptcy? Minimum livable wages? Bargaining and freebies? CEO compensation? Sign up now for a fascinating exploration of Jewish Business Ethics in a course from the Jewish Learning Institute entitled “Money Matters.” Wednesdays, through Feb. 29 from 8 to 9:30 p.m. at Chabad of Roslyn, 75 Powerhouse Rd, Roslyn Heights. Fee: $99, includes textbook and all materials. Couples discount: 10 percent off. Not sure? Sign up and try the first class free. To register or for more info visit www.Chabad Roslyn.com, call 516-484-3500 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Mini-Med School

A seminar for the public on Advances in Orthopedic Surgery. Meet some of St. Francis Hospital’s top surgeons and learn more about the latest advances in treating sports injuries, back pain, and arthritis. Free program runs from 8:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. at the DeMatteis Center for Cardiac Research & Education, 101 Northern Blvd., Greenvale. To preregister, call 516 629-2013.

Clark Botanic Garden Education Program

Faces of Central Asia, Fireside Chat, Doug Going. This dynamic digital multi-media presentation captures the essence of a storybook land and its current daily life. The countries of Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan were former Soviet republics and are now independent nations. Having served as major thoroughfares of the ancient Silk Road, these lands offer a glimpse into a past that changed the world. Brimming with color and life, Central Asia is a melting pot of history, tradition and ways of life. Come along on this journey and experience one of the world’s most exciting and dynamic places to visit. 1 p.m. at Clark Botanic Garden, 193 I.U. Willets Rd., Albertson. Fe $8 members; $10 nonmembers. Refreshments served. Registration required. Call Maria Morgan 484-8603.

Nassau North Shore Christian Women’s Club

Invites all women to its “The Winds of Change” luncheon. The luncheon on March 6, promptly at noon at the Jolly Fisherman & Steak House, 25 Main St., Roslyn. The cost of the luncheon is $25. If you pay by check, make it out to cash. “Preparing for Spring” will be presented by Laura Graney from the Cupcake Corner in Garden City with information about all kinds of parties. “Breezy Lyrics” will be presented by soloist, Debbie Prezanno. Debbie will present an inspiring message regarding “Spring Forth with New Life.”For reservations or information call Jane Voss 742-0861 (after 10 a.m.) or Alice Russo 248-9726 by Feb. 24. Cancellations are essential.

Temple Sinai Events

Located at 425 Roslyn Road, Roslyn Heights. Call 621-6800:

•Feb. 27: (Session 2 of 3). Join Cantor Gabi Arad at 7:30 p.m. for Roots and Wings: How to Become a More Centered Jew. Explore different ways to center ourselves as Jews. Through text study, meditation, music, sharing and self-reflection you will walk away with tools to center yourself every day. Walk away feeling rooted in your Jewish identity, while at the same time ready to spread your wings and be open to new experiences. All are welcome. Free.

•Feb. 28: Temple Sinai Florida Luncheon. All are welcome to join Rabbi Michael White, President David Schwartz and Executive Director Ethel Liebeskind at noon at Fleming’s Bistro, Boca Raton, FL. Temple Sinai members (present and past), their families, and friends are invited and encouraged to attend. Cost: $30 per person includes choice of chicken, fish or pasta and dessert. Call Phyllis in the temple office 621-6800 for reservations.

At Temple Judea

Located 333 Searingtown Rd., Manhasset. Call 621-8049:

•March 4: Rabbi Todd Chizner and Cantor Abbe Sher will present a special  program on Purim to the Hebrew School. Purim commemorates a time when Jewish people living in Persia were saved from extermination. The children will celebrate this joyous and fun holiday with a magician and receive goody bags, and enjoy hamentaschen, pizza, and bagels.

•March 5: Rabbi Todd Chizner’s Torah class will meet at 10:30 a.m. He will use the classic technique of revealing layer after layer of meaning within a given passage of the Torah. Starting with the surface level and moving through to deeper understandings. Classes include reading of a Torah passage in English, explanations of the Hebrew words, thought provoking questions and a healthy amount of discussion. Attendance in the class requires no formal knowledge of Hebrew or Torah.

Port North Spring Boys Basketball

Port North is a 3-year-old independent basketball team based out of Port Washington that plays year round in the super league at Island Garden and various tournaments in the metropolitan area. The program currently has a combined record of 30 - 3 in the winter super league. The emphasis is on teaching the fundamentals, developing good practice habits and preparing players for middle and high school basketball. The team has a professional trainer with over 20 years experience. We are currently looking for experienced and dedicated basketball players in grades 4 through 10 who are interested in trying out for spring and AAU basketball. If you are interested or have any questions email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Muttontown Unitarian Universalist Fellowship

The Fellowship provides an atmosphere of warmth and camaraderie, with talks presented by intelligent enlightening and non-dogmatic speakers who come from the entire spectrum of the Arts, History and Sciences. This is followed by coffee and an informal discussion circle, held in the turn-of-the-18th century farmhouse in a bucolic setting. Sundays at 10:30 a.m. The Muttontown Unitarian Universalist Fellowship is located on the south side of Route 25A (Northern Blvd.), East Norwich, directly east of Martin Viette Nurseries and about a half mile west of Route 106. Look for the white brick gate posts with a large sing for Hunter’s Moon Farm. All are welcome. Call with any questions 659-1686.

Bridge Game

Newplicate (supervised duplicate) Bridge at the Shelter Rock Jewish Center, 272 Shelter Rock Rd., Roslyn, every Monday from 9:30 a.m. to noon for bridge students, new players and social bridge players welcome. Short lesson, and earn points in a fun, friendly atmosphere. For reservations call 917-658-5991. There is also a Duplicate Bridge at 7 p.m. every Wednesday at the Nursery School Atrium of the Shelter Rock Jewish Center. Refreshments served. Call for reservations.

Chabad of Roslyn Programs

Located at 75 Powerhouse Rd, Roslyn Heights. For more info about the following call 484-8185 or go to www.Chabad Roslyn.com:

• Persian Talmud Class. Study the fascinating logic and arguments of the 2000 year old Talmud which shaped Jewish law. Taught in Persian by Dr. Emil Korori. Every Monday from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. No fee.  

• Women’s Kabbalah Class. Join other women in exploring Kabbalah and Jewish Mysticism in an inspiring and practical way. Every Tuesday from 10:15 to 11:15 a.m. with Rabbi Yaakov Reiter. The course is free of charge and is open to the entire community. Prior knowledge not necessary.

•”Living Torah” Class. Study basic Torah from the beginning of Genesis with Shaul Calmenson, and discover its fascinating concepts and timeless lessons. Every Tuesday from 8 to 9 p.m. No fee.

•Weekly Torah-Portion Class. Study the weekly Torah portion with Kabbalistic insights and practical lessons, with Rabbi Aaron Konikov. Meets every Wednesday from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. at alternating homes. Call to find out this week’s location or to host a class.

•Meet Moses, Maimonides...and “a few guys from Brooklyn.” A one-on-one learning opportunity. Any subject of your choice. Sundays from 9 to 10 a.m.

At the Shelter Rock Jewish Center

Located at 272 Shelter Rock Rd., Roslyn. Call 741-4305, ext. 10 for information on the following:

•Rabbi Martin S. Cohen conducts classes on Mondays at 10:30 a.m. on Great Jewish Books.

•Rabbi Martin S. Cohen teaches a class on Torah on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m.

•Current Events led by Irving Roth and David Stollwerk on the second Wednesday of each month at 10:30 a.m.

•Zumba, a dance fitness program is held on most Sundays from 10 to 11 a.m.

•Strength to Strength at the JCC. The Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr., East Hills, is offering Strength to Strength, a wellness program for improving the body, mind and spirit of cancer survivors. The program includes Pilates, range of motion exercises and supportive counseling. Physician clearance is required. The event takes place Mondays and Fridays from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. The program is free. Call 484-1545, ext. 196 or email the JCC at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

•Healthy Parenting, a weekly gathering of parents interested in learning, sharing and growing healthy, happy families. Mondays at 1 p.m. at The Roslyn Presbyterian Church, 140 E. Broadway. Led by Diana Wenutu. Classes are free, but you need to register. Call 277-6177.

•Adult Children Caregiver Support Group facilitated by a licensed social worker from the LI Alzheimer’s Foundation, from 7 to 8 p.m. at Bristal North Hills, 99 South Service Rd., North Hills, on Tuesdays from 7 to 8 p.m. If you are interested in joining, contact Amanda Tripodo, LMSW, 767-6856, ext. 12. There is a $10 fee per each session attended.

•Learn to Play the Bagpipes. The Gordon Highlanders Pipe Band is offering lessons at the Roslyn Presbyterian Church, 140 E. Broadway. Lessons are Tuesdays from 7 to 7:45 p.m. Stop by and see what it’s all about. Call 815-2117.

•Rotary Club of Roslyn meets every Thursday of ever month at 12:15 p.m. at Mim’s of Roslyn, 235 Roslyn Rd. Call Deborah Gottlieb 484-1800, ext. 213 for more information.

•VFW Post #5253 meets every second and fourth Wednesday of the month (only on the second Wednesday in the summer, November and December) at 8 p.m. at 155 Searingtown Rd,. Albertson. For more information call 833-7536.

•Well Spouse Association for well spouses or partners of the chronically disabled. When one is sick…two need help. Is your spouse ill? Are you feeling the stress of being a caregiver? Do you feel lonely, angry, sad, guilty, frustrated, desperate? Have your friends deserted you? Would you like to share emotional problems and coping skills with others who walk in your shoes? If your answer is yes, join a group of people in similar situations. Share feelings, experiences and helpful ideas. Regular meetings are held on the second Wednesday of each month from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the St. Charles Rehab Center, 201 I.U. Willets Rd. (corner of Searingtown Rd.), Albertson. Call Betsey Budne-Finnel 482-6574 or Rose Packard 829-8740 or e-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Board Meetings

Village of Roslyn Zoning Board of Appeals meets on the first Monday of every month at 8 p.m. at Village Hall, 1200 Old Northern Blvd., Roslyn.

Village of Flower Hill Board meets on the first Monday of every month at 8 p.m. at the Village Hall, One Bonnie Heights Rd., Flower Hill.

Village of Roslyn Estates Board of Trustees will hold its public meetings on the second Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at Village Hall, 25 The Tulips.

Village of Roslyn Harbor Board of Trustees usually meets on the second Monday of every month at 7 p.m. at the Village Hall, 500 Motts Cove Rd. South, Roslyn Harbor.

Village of East Hills Board meets on the third Monday of every month at 8 p.m. at the Village Hall on 209 Harbor Hill Rd., East Hills.

Village of Roslyn Board of Trustees meets on the third Tuesday of every month at 8 p.m. at Village Hall, 1200 Old Northern Blvd., Roslyn.

Village of Roslyn Historic District Board meets on the third Wednesday of every month at 8 p.m. at Village Hall, 1200 Old Northern Blvd., Roslyn.

Village of Roslyn Planning Board meets on the second Thursday of every month at 8 p.m. at Village Hall, 1200 Old Northern Blvd., Roslyn.

Roslyn Water District meets on the first, second and third Thursday of each month at 9 a.m. at 24 West Shore Rd.

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Boy Scouts

Open to all boys 11-18 years old. Meets at sponsor: Temple Beth Sholom, 401 Roslyn Rd., Tuesdays from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Contact Steven Cahn 621-3890.

Cub Scouts

Open to all boys 6-10 years old. Meets at sponsor: Temple Beth Sholom, 401 Roslyn Rd., Tuesdays from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Contact Dan Sharon 428-3633.

Bridge Players Wanted

The residents of East Hills Park are looking for bridge players who are East Hills residents only who would like to join the group. It takes place Wednesdays beginning at 7 p.m. in the East Hills Lounge. Call 621-8782.

Canasta Players Wanted

Mature women looking for canasta players to play canasta Wednesdays or Fridays at the Links of Roslyn. Call 365-6048.

Junior League of Long Island Thrift Shop

The Thrift Shop, 1395 Old Northern Blvd., is accepting any new and used men’s women’s and children’s clothing and accessories and housewares. There is a 24-hour donation bin at the rear of the Thrift Shop.

Free Weekly Meditation Classes for Children

Ages 6 to 16. Beginners welcome. One session for ages 6 to 8. Second session ages 9 to 16. Classes are held in Roslyn. Instructor Ko Kila Bennett. Call 625-1532 for more information.

Nassau County Museum of Art

The Nassau County Museum of Art, One Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor, is open Tuesday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. Admission is $10 adults; $8 seniors (62+); $4 children (4-12); members free. Weekends only there is a $2 parking fee (members free). There is a docent-led exhibition tour every day at 2 p.m.; meet in the lobby, no reservations are needed. Each Sunday the museum offers family art activities, free with museum admission, beginning at 1 p.m. The Museum Store is open 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For current exhibitions, events, director and other information, call (516) 484-9337 or log onto nassaumuseum.org.

Van Nostrand Starkins House Museum

Located at 221 Main St., Roslyn. Open every Saturday and Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m. Admission is $4 adults; $2 children and seniors. Beverly McDermott, museum educator, gives guided tours every half hour. The museum is filled with two rooms of 18th century antique furniture and one room filled with 18th century samplers and archaeological artifacts. The Children’s Hands on Education program is not to be missed. It is filled with 18th century reproductions of children’s clothing, toys and artifacts for children to handle and enjoy. Will reopen in the spring.