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Ongoing

• Bailey Wells and Rhoda Sherbell: Paintings and Drawings will be on display in the Rochelle and Irwin A. Lowenfeld Exhibition Hall, 10th floor, Joan and Donald E. Axinn Library, South Campus, Hofstra. Admission is free. On view through Jan. 11. For information call 463-5672.

• Cartoons go to College, a delightful showing of cartoons, editorials, sports and political satires by regional and nationally famous cartoonists. through Dec. 20. Exhibition at the Firehouse Art Gallery, Nassau Community College, One Education Dr. Free and open to the public. Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Wednesday 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday 1 to 5 p.m. For information call 572-7165. The following free forums (open to the public) will be held in conjunction with the exhibit:

• NCC's Professor Bob Carter will host a talk and demonstration on "Capturing the Essence - The Visual Development of Attitudes and Emotions in Cartoon Characters." Prof. Carter's work can be viewed in the current exhibition. This program will be held in the Art Bldg. Room G168 on Dec. 2.

• Artists' reception and panel discussion. An enlightening exchange with members of the National Cartoon Society. Included will be some of America's most renowned illustrators, who will share with us their unique experiences in this unique field. The reception follows immediately along with a cartoon raffle and an autograph session. Dec. 7 from noon to 3 p.m.

• Gallery director Janet Marzo will host a walking tour of the current exhibition. Included will be information on the exhibiting artists as well as interesting tidbits on the cartoon characters and the art itself. Dec. 11 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.

• Cubist Visionary Retrospective, an exhibition of the modern American geometric painter Kenneth Stubbs, whose particular vision focused on the analysis and composition of the figure and landscape and the translation of the flat patterns and abstract shapes found in nature. His goal in painting was to present an element of movement into cubism without compromising its principles. On view through Dec. 19 at the Emily Lowe Gallery, South Campus, Hofstra University. Hours: Tuesday 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday, Sunday 1 to 5 p.m. Closed Mondays and holiday weekends. Admission is free. For information call 463-5672.

• Jewish Heritage: A Persian Collection, an exploration into the tradition of Judaica as reflected in the Persian wood carving of the 20th century. Torah covers and wood plaques wil be on display, reflecting the long and still developing history of Judaism. An artistic expression of faith and the endurance of that faith. On display through Jan. 18 in the David Filderman Gallery, 9th floor, Joan and Donald E. Axinn Library, South Campus. Hours: Monday through Thursday 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday 1 to 5 p.m. Admission is free.

• Mallette Art Gallery, Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Central Nassau, 223 Stewart Ave., Garden City. Hours: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday - Friday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday and by appointment. Call 718-738-9865. Presented are artists from The Bowery Gallery: Small Works through Dec. 19 and Still Life from Dec. 21 through Jan. 16 (reception Dec. 21 from 1 to 3 p.m.)

• Molloy College Art Gallery, Kellenberg Hall, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre. 678-5000, ext. 271. Gallery hours: Monday to Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Exhibit by Brooke Rea Chapman, of Bridgehampton, whose paintings have been favorably compared to the landscapes of the realist artists of the 19th century. Through Dec. 17.

• Selections from the National Drawing Association will be on exhibit at the Adelphi University Center Gallery through Dec. 12.

• Epilepsy Support Group

The Epilepsy Foundation of LI announces the formation of a new support group for adults with epilepsy and their significant others. The group will take place on Tuesday evenings from 8 to 9 p.m. at the foundation headquarters, 550 Stewart Ave., 3rd floor. Come meet others who share your concerns. There is a $5 fee and registration is necessary. To reserve a place call Sandra Hamberger, RCSW 794-5500. Space is limited.

Volunteers Needed by the Epilepsy Foundation

Volunteers are needed to help dispel some of the myths and misconceptions that still surround epilepsy by performing a puppet show in area elementary schools. The "Kids on the Block," a troupe of life-size abled and disabled puppets are used. If you have two hours a week for four weeks and can commit to one performance a month, you will be trained in the art of Bunraku or Japanese Puppetry. Training will take place in the Garden City office. Call June Lipsky at the Epilepsy Foundation of LI at 794-5500 for information.

English as a Second Language Classes

Offered by the Uniondale Library, 400 Uniondale Ave., Uniondale. Sponsored by BOCES and held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:15 a.m. to 1 p.m. Students must be 21 years or older. Continuous registration. Call 489-2220.

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Upcoming Event

Annual Mercy Ball

The 61st Annual Mercy Ball, sponsored by The Friends of Mercy Medical Center, will take place on Dec. 6 at 6:30 p.m. at the Huntington Town House. For information call Dede DeLong 255-2577.

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Friday, November 28

'50s Doo Wop Dance and Show Fund Raiser

Featuring the Capris (There's a Moon Out Tonight) and LI's top a capella Moonlight Serenade. 8 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus, 186 Jericho Tpke., Mineola. Donations are $18 per ticket. Proceeds will be donated to Heartsong Inc., a music and art therapy program for children with disabilities. For information and tickets call 352-3919.

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Saturday, November 29

LI Children's Museum

Happy Thanksgiving! Think of all the things you are thankful for and make a decoration to add to our Thankful Tree. Ongoing 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 550 Stewart Ave. For information call 222-0207. Also on May 4. General admission $4. Open Wed.-Fri. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sat., Sun. 10 a.m to 5 p.m. Also on Nov. 30.

Thanksgiving Dance

In aid of St. Patrick Fathers Mission. 9:30 p.m. at the Irish American Center, 297 Willis Ave., Mineola. Music by Carl Corcoran and his band. Donation $12.50 includes tea, coffee and soda bread. All proceeds go in aid to the foreign missions.

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Monday, December 1

Free Smoker's Withdrawal Clinic

Held Mondays at 8 p.m. in Mercy Medical Center's Marks Lecture Hall, 1000 North Village Ave., Rockville Centre. Call 255-2435.

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Wednesday, December 3

Shop 'Till You Drop

For a good cause. Philanthropy Shopping Nights at Americana at Manhasset from 5 to 9 p.m. 20 percent of all purchases will be donated to the Anti-Defamation League (10 percent of purchase price plus a matching sum contributed by Americana at Manhasset.) Also on Dec. 4 and 5.

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Thursday, December 4

Music Festival

At the Cathedral of the Incarnation, 50 Cathedral Ave. For information call 746-2955. Today's concert: Tammy Hensrud-Kerian, mezzo soprano and Robert Ludwig, organ. Free. 12:15 p.m.

Calliope, Renaissance Band

A workshop and concert, at 12:30 p.m., presented by the music dept. at Nassau Community College, 1 Education Dr., featuring Calliope, the finest Renaissance troupe touring today. The band performs on more than 40 instruments (including the J-shaped krummhorns and double-reed shawm) and plays works from Medieval through jazz. Admission is free and the public is invited. For information call Garry Ouellette or Jane Fink 572-7447.

All In the Timing

Six one-act comedies by David Ives at 8 p.m. at the Nassau Community College Mainstage Theatre, 1 Education Dr. Tickets $6 ($4 Sr/NCC ID), $7 ($5 Sr/NCC ID); no discounts Saturdays. Box Office: 572-7676. Performances also on: Dec. 5, 6 (8 p.m.), Dec. 7 (3 p.m.); Dec. 10, 11, 12, 13 (8 p.m.), Dec. 14 (3 p.m.)

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Friday, December 5

Snow Riders 2

Warren Miller's film will be presented by the Nassau Community College Ski Club at 8 p.m. in the Multipurpose Room, NCC Center, 1 Education Dr. Mr. Miller's travelogue documentary ski films are humorous, adventurous, educational and motivating for the ski enthusiast as well as the novice. Open to the public. Admission is $6. For information call Prof. Mike Kowalski 572-7152.

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Saturday, December 6

LI Children's Museum Programs

550 Stewart Ave. For information call 222-0207. General admission $4. Open Wed.-Fri. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sat., Sun. 10 a.m to 5 p.m.

Toys of the Colonial Child. Create the toys and playthings of children who lived more than 200 years ago like Ball-in-Cup, Tops, Buzzers! Also on Dec. 7.

Colonial American folk songs and stories for children and their adults performed by Geroge Gaines Swanson. Children will try the banjo and play the spoons, an old American folk instrument. Performances 1 and 3 p.m.

Thrift Shop

At the Floral Park United Methodist Church, 35 Verbena Ave., will be open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Housewares, clothing, bric-a-brac, collectibles available. For information call 354-4969.

Holiday Music Concert

Will be performed by the Waldorf Choral Society, under the direction of George V. Rose. Featuring Britten's Ceremony of Carols, Gounod's Missa Solemnes and traditional carols. Performers are Shannon Gillespie, soprano, Ron Verderber, tenor, Robert Mobsby, bass, Robert Ludwig, organ and Marjorie Fritts, harp. The public is invited. Tickets $15 adults, $12 seniors and students. Special group rate fro 20 or more tickets is $10 each. For information call 742-3434. Held at 8 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Incarnation, 50 Cathedral Ave.

AHRC Greenhouse Holiday Sale

The Nassau AHRC Greenhouse, 189 Wheatley Rd., Brookville, open for a special holiday sale from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (also on Dec. 7). All varities and colors of holiday plants, poinsettias, wreaths and decorative roping are for sale. Also offered are: decorative crafts, gift baskets, grave blankets, specialty trees. The AHRC Greenhouse is a program of Nassau AHRC which provides programs and services daily to children and adults with developmental disabilities and their families. Admission is free. For information call 626-1000, ext. 375/376.

Holiday Craft Fair

Presented by the Garden City Nursery School (a non-profit organization) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Cathedral House, 50 Cathedral Ave. Approximately 80 vendors of homemade crafts are participating. There will also be a snack bar, delicious baked goods, face painting, exceptional raffle prizes and photos with Santa from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Come to this festive event and prepare for the holidays. For information call 481-7765.

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Sunday, December 7

Music Festival

At the Cathedral of the Incarnation, 50 Cathedral Ave. For information call 746-2955. Today's concert: AIDS Benefit Choral Evensong. The Cathedral Choir of Men and Boys, Cathedral Girls' Choir. Music of the Advent season. No admission charge, but donations will benefit the AIDS Commission of the Diocese of LI. 4 p.m.

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Garden City Public Library

60 Seventh St.
Garden City 11530
742-8405

The library's hours are as follows: Monday-Thursday 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m to 5 p.m. and Sunday 1 to 5 p.m.

Displays. Showcase: Friends of Hospice; Lower Level Gallery: Donald Hackford exhibiting Man As An Art Form. On view during the month of November.

Holiday Origami Workshop. YA (grades 6 to 12 only) registration for program to be held from 2 to 3 p.m. Nov. 29.

Holiday Dish Decorating Workshop. YA (grades 6 to 12 only) registration begins at 9 a.m. Nov. 29 for program to be held Dec. 12 (Session I: 1 to 2:30 p.m.; Session II: 3 to 4:30 p.m.)