Calendar: Garden City Life: January 2, 1998

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.
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. Artist from The Bowery Gallery: Still Life on view through Jan. 16.
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 pictorial 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 -reatment 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 Women'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. (meets at Adelphi's Huntington Campus.)
Women with LCIS (lobular carcinoma in situ) or DCIS (ductal carcinoma in situ). 6 weeks beginning Jan. 27 from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Health Care Professionals Who Have Breast Cancer. For doctors, nurses, social workers, medical technicians. 6 weeks beginning Jan. 27 frm 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Friday, January 2

Next of Kin

Maggie (Penelope Keith) and Andrew (William Gaunt) are looking forward to an early retirement in France full of good food, wine, weather and friends, and free of obligation. But when they return from househunting, they are met with the news that their son and his wife have been killed in a car crash and have left three demanding children in their care. One's a vegetarian, one only eats SPAM and one won't eat anything that's round, and they - and their numerous pets - are here to stay. 8:30 p.m. Fridays on WLIW21.

The Black Adder

From cowards to cads and back again, the Blackadders (all played by Rowan Atkinson) have managed to seriously lower the tone of every era through which they have wended their serpentine way. The first recorded Blackadder creeps around medieval England in a state of unconfined ambition and a pair of unattractive tights. His career starts with the murder of his own charming Uncle Richard the Third, and heads downward from there. WLIW21's current back-to-back run of the four Black Adder series will include the US premiere of the lost episode, Nob and Nobility from the Black Adder the Third series. 10:30 p.m. Fridays on WLIW21.

Saturday, January 3

Thrift Shop

The Thrift Shop at the Floral Park United Methodist Church 35 Verbena Ave., Floral Park, will be open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Clothing, housewares, bric-a-brac and collectibles.

Meet Caricaturist Lou Puglisi

See how a few strokes of Lou's drawing pen can capture the essence of a person. Have a special interest or hobby? Lou can incorporate this into his special drawing of you. Caricatures are free of charge and will be done in the order in which you arrive. 2 p.m. at Barnes and Noble, Country Glen Center, 91 Old Country Rd., Carle Place. Call 741-9850 for information.

Coltrane in a Cadillac

Ride shotgun with Scottish actor/comedian Robbie Coltrane as he sets off on a cross-country journey from Los Angeles to New York in his favorite car - a 1951 Cadillac convertible. In the course of his journey, he takes in the decadence of Las Vegas, the expanse of the Kansas plains, a women-only ranch, Amish country, the Indianapolis 500 Speedway (a personal mecca) and more. 10:30 p.m. on WLIW21. Also on Jan. 8 at 8 p.m.

Sunday, January 4

Garden City Chamber Music Society

Solo piano recital with Navah Perlman featuring the music of Bach and Beethoven. 3 p.m. at 223 Stewart Ave. Tickets $10, students/seniors $8. Call 248-8855.

Monday, January 5

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.

Tall Club of LI

Meeting at 8 p.m. at the Jolly Swagman Inn, 100 W. Nicholai St., Hicksville. Minimum age is 21. Men must be 6'2" or taller and women 5'10" or taller. Meetings are $5 for nonmembers. For further information call 269-3892.

High Stakes at Highclere

Lord and Lady Cameron open their doors to the cameras and reveal the real-life goings-on behind the doors of Highclere Castle. Join the Queen when she pops in to see the new foals at the Highclere stud farm and spend time with the castle housekeeper and find out how many hours it takes to set the table in a place like this. 10 p.m. on WLIW21.

Tuesday, January 6

The American Experience: Truman

The latest presidential biography examines the public and private sides of a seemingly ordinary man who found strength and courage in his profound faith in America. 8 p.m. on WLIW21. Continues on Jan. 7.

Wednesday, January 7

Book Discussion Group

A discussion of John Berendt's bestseller, Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil. This fascinating portrait of Savannah, GA and the murder that put it on the map in recent years should lead to a fun exploration. 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Barnes and Noble, Country Glen Center, 91 Old Country Rd., Carle Place. Call 741-9850 for information. Register at the Customer Service Desk.

Thursday, January 8

Music Festival

At the Cathedral of the Incarnation, 50 Cathedral Ave. 12:15 to 12:45 p.m. For information call 746-2955. Today's concert: The Small Band - classic and modern jazz.

Friday, January 9

Meet Nelson B. DeMille and Thomas Block

Co-authors of Mayday, an updated and reissued paperback novel originally published in 1979. These childhood friends combine their storytelling talent and aviation expertise to produce a fast-paced thriller revolving around a supersonic passenger jet ripped by a "friendly fire" missile. Treat yourself to an autographed copy of a story you won't be able to put down. 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Barnes and Noble, Country Glen Center, 91 Old Country Rd., Carle Place. Call 741-9850 for information.

Saturday, January 10

Caregiver's Support Group

Designed to help caregivers handle the whole spectrum of physical, emotional and financial needs of older adults. Meets on the second Saturday of each month. 10 a.m. at Mercy Medical Center, 1000 N. Village Ave., Rockville Centre. For information call 255-2622.

Sunday, January 11

Buckley County Day School Open House

Buckley County Day School, I.U. Willets Rd., North Hills (1/4 mile south of the LIE), will hold an admissions open house from 1 to 4 p.m. For information call Ann Reid, director of admissions 627-1910.

Join Margaret Sagarese

Co-author of The Roller Coaster Years: Rasing Your Child Through the Maddening Yet Magical Middle School Years. Any parent or teacher of a child in this age group knows the joys and frustrations of dealing with those in the 11-to-14 year old set. Bring your thoughts and questions. 2 to 3 p.m. at Barnes and Noble, Country Glen Center, 91 Old Country Rd., Carle Place. Call 741-9850 for information.

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 Display: Kate Kelly's Wooden Boxes.

Gallery Display: Island Scribe Calligraphy.

Garden City Chess Club. 10 a.m. to noon Jan. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31.

Garden City Quilters. Jan. 5 (7:30 to 9:30 p.m.); Jan. 8, 15, 22, 29 (9:30 to noon).

Quest Committee PTA. 9:30 to 11 a.m. Jan. 6.

Welcome Wagon Book Club. 7:30 p.m. Jan. 6, 8.

Eastern Property Owners Association. 8 p.m. Jan. 8.

Gemological Institute of America. 7:30 to 10:45 p.m. Jan. 7.

Garden City Historical Society board meeting. 7:45 p.m. Jan. 7.

Friend's Film. Ulee's Gold starring Peter Fonda (R, 111 min.) 1:30 and 7:30 p.m. Jan. 8.