Calendar: Garden City Life; December 18, 1997

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.
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 will 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.)
Omni Gallery, 333 Earl Ovington Blvd., Uniondale (across from Nassau Coliseum). Children: In Reality and Fantasy, photography by Richard Lopez Jr (presents children in a stark reality. His subjects are awkwardly trapped in their pictoral space, often seeming as much like social evidence as actual people. Sometimes an element of distrust pervades the work reminding the viewer of the brutal and predatory threats that all children face. While never commenting directly on the social issues that affect the well-being of the children, Mr. Lopez explores issues of partriachy and power in these strangely sad photographs) and Sandra N. Carrion (photographs her students allowing their individual personalities to ignite symbolism that pushes these photographs toward pure fantasy. She creates a new set of young gods. Her photographic fantasies are a celebration of youth where vulnerability and power are equal forces in the forging of new myths). On view through Jan. 30.

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.

Upcoming Events

Free Breast Cancer Support Groups

Offered by the Adelphi NY Statewide Breast Cancer Hotline and Support Program. Unless otherwise noted groups meet at the Adelphi School of Social Work. Other groups also available: post treatment group for women under 40, over 40, spouses group, lymphedema information and support group and networking meeting for women with breast cancer. Individual and family counseling are available on an as-needed basis. Sessions will be scheduled at the convenience of those seeking counseling. No cost for any group. Pre-registration required. Call Sandi Kafenbaum, CSW 877-4314 or the Hotline 877-4444. The following new groups are now being offered:

Husbands Group for spouses and loved ones of women who have breast cancer. 8 weeks beginning Jan. 13 from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Men With Breast Cancer. 8 weeks beginning Jan. 13 from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Newly Diagnosed Womens's Group for women who are currently undergoing treatment for breast cancer. 8 weeks beginning Jan. 20 from 1:30 to 3 p.m. or 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Couples Coping With Breast Cancer. 6 weeks beginning Jan. 22 from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Women With Breast Cancer. 8 weeks beginning Jan. 22 from 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Gala New Year's Eve Party

Corpus Christi Parish is having a gala New Year's Eve party in Fitzgerald Hall, Garfield Ave., Mineola from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. on Dec. 31. There will be plenty of dining, dancing and of course that special toast for the New Year! Catering is by J.B.'s Pub of Mineola. Features an open bar and an individual platter of "table tasties" to start the evening, followed by a delicious buffet dinner with an individual carving station, champagne toast, dessert and coffee. Music is by Excalibur Entertainment, that promises to have everyone up and dancing to music from the "Golden Oldies" straight through to today's hits! Price is $90 per couple, $45 per person. For information call Mary Peppard 747-6819. Reservations may be made by Dec. 15 to Corpus Christi Church, 155 Garfield Ave., Mineola, NY 11501.

Friday, December 19

The Kings Hunt Duo

Consisting of Roslyn Dlugin on guitar and Edna Susman on flute in a program of classical holiday music. 8 to 10 p.m. at Barnes and Noble, Country Glen Center, 91 Old Country Rd., Carle Place. Call 741-9850 for information.

Holiday Entertainment

Hosted by the Bank of New York, 82 Seventh St. 11 a.m. Mineola Middle School Jazz Choir.

Saturday, December 20

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.

Listen and join in as master storyteller Ben Jacobs spins a yarn about winter holidays around the world at noon at 3 p.m. Also make your own dreidls and holiday ornaments. Ongoing from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Make your own winter holiday ornaments and dreidls ongoing from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Dec. 21. Also join in holiday sing-alongs.

Sunday, December 21

Music Festival

At the Cathedral of the Incarnation, 50 Cathedral Ave. For information call 746-2955. Today's concert: A Festival of Lessons and Carols. The Cathedral Choir of Men and Boys and the Cathedral Girls' Choir present holiday music in the context of a traditional service patterned after the famous Christmas Eve service of King's College, Cambridge. Music includes works by Willcocks, Rutter, Yon and Villette. 4 p.m.

Harpist Karen Strauss

Enjoy the flowing harmonies of harpist Karen Strauss. 3 to 4 p.m. at Barnes and Noble, Country Glen Center, 91 Old Country Rd., Carle Place. Call 741-9850 for information.

Monday, December 22

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.

Tuesday, December 23

The Shvitz (The Steambath)

Award-winning documentary about the goings-on at a traditional city steambath that becomes a "hip" spot. Features M*A*S*H* writer Larry Gelbart and poet John Giorno. Original music by the Klematics. 8 p.m. WLIW21. At 9 p.m. see Hanukkah with host and narrator Edward Asner. The history of the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah and its significance for Jews around the world.

Wednesday, December 24

Music Festival

At the Cathedral of the Incarnation, 50 Cathedral Ave. For information call 746-2955. Today's concert: Carols and Choral Eucharist. The Cathedral Girls' Choir and the Gentlemen of the Choir. Traditional carols and Haydn's Missa brevis Sancti Joannis de Deo. 8 p.m. At 10:30 p.m. Carols and Choral Eucharist. The Cathedral Choir of Men and Boys. Traditional carols and Mozart's Missa brevis in F.

The Snowman

Award-winning British animated film adapted from Raymond Briggs' book. David Bowie narrates. 7:30 p.m. WLIW21.

Thursday, December 25

Music Festival

At the Cathedral of the Incarnation, 50 Cathedral Ave. For information call 746-2955. Today's concert: Choral Eucharist. the Gentlemen Choir. Music of the Middle Ages. 10 a.m.

Saturday, December 27

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.

Join Myrah Brown for Kwanzaa festivities complete with music and activities at the Culture Corner: Afro-Centric program. Ongoing 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (funded and supported by Chase Bank).
Personalize your own calendar for the new year...take it home and enjoy it every day. Ongoing 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Dec. 28.

Monday, December 29

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.

Meet Winnie the Pooh

Have a smackerel of fun while you listen to some tales by Winnie's creator, A.A. Milne. Don't forget your camera to capture a keepsake moment. Noon to 12:30 p.m. and 4 to 4:30 p.m. at Barnes and Noble, Country Glen Center, 91 Old Country Rd., Carle Place. Call 741-9850 for information.

Tuesday, December 30

Blood Drive

Sponsored by LI Blood Services. To donate you must be between the ages of 17 and 76, weigh at least 110 pounds and be in good health. Donors must eat before donating and bring identification. Includes mini health exam, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature and iron count. For information call 800-933-BLOOD. EAB, 400 Oak St. 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Wednesday, December 31

Harambee!

Public television's first Kwanzaa holiday special features Howard Rollins, Novella Nelson and Aaron Beener in an original family drama which weaves the seven days of Kwanzaa into a spiritual journey of discovery, community and responsibility. After a stray bullet enters the Barnes' apartment on Christmas night the family and their neighbors unite to use the Kwanzaa holiday as a catalyst for change. 9 p.m. WLIW21.

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.

Showcase and Gallery Displays are with the cooperation of the NC Museum of Fine Art. Exhibition by artist Ethel Camhi entitled "Collages," based on the theme of "art after art" - visual "quotes" from such masters as Picasso, Matisse, Frans Hals and Mary Cassatt, freely combined and reinterpreted.

Girl Scouts of NC Drama Workshop with Kerry-Jeanne Gehrich for Garden City residents ages 7 to 12 only. Learn techniques on how to act, watch videos, learn a skill and song. Get ready for auditions! Registration required. Call 742-7520. Program: 3:30 to 5:30 Dec. 19.

Garden City Chess Club 10 a.m. to noon Dec. 20.

Children's Gift Workshop on Dec. 20 (grades K to 2 at 1:30 p.m.) and (grades 3 to 5 at 3:15 p.m.). Registration required.

Storytime Theatre for ages 2 1/2 to 6 with an adult. 10 a.m. Dec. 29. Tickets required and will be available beginning at 10 a.m. on Dec. 22.

The Gizmo Guys, a comedy juggling/variety show for children in grades 1 to 5 (one hour). 10 a.m. Dec. 30. Tickets available beginning Dec. 22 at 9:30 a.m.