The Board of Zoning and Appeals will hold a public hearing on Thursday, March 21 at 8 p.m, at the Village Hall, 155 Washington Avenue, regarding the following applications: Application for variance to construct a full second story addition to an existing one-family dwelling with insufficient side yard setback contrary to Chapter 30, ArticleI, Section 30.5 C and a pre-existing non-conforming lot contrary to Chapter 30, Article I, Section 30.5 C of the Incorporated Village of Mineola Municipal Code.

Application for variance to construct a second story addition to an existing one-family dwelling with insufficient front yard setback contrary to chapter 30, Article I, Section 30.5 C of the Incorporated Village of Mineola Municipal Code.

At the scheduled meeting of the Board of Zoning and Appeals, reserved decisions from previous meetings will or may be acted upon. Plans and specifications are on file in the Office of the Village Clerk and may be seen during office hours by all interested persons. All those wishing to be heard will be given such opportunity.

'Are You at Risk? Breast Cancer as We Age'

Most women are familiar with the breast cancer statistic "one in nine." This startling statistic is a lifetime risk-meaning that one in nine women will be diagnosed with breast cancer during her lifetime-and that risk increases with advancing age. This is why it is important for seniors to learn what they can do to protect themselves against the disease. Seniors can learn more about breast cancer at Winthrop-University Hospital's Health Update for Seniors and Their Families'free lecture, "Are You at Risk? Breast Cancer as We Age" on Wednesday, March 13. The program will begin with registration and blood pressure checks at 1:15 p.m. followed by the program at 1:45. It will be held at the Mineola Community Center, located at 155 Washington Avenue in Mineola.

Arlene Sussman, MD, director of the Women's Imaging Services at Winthrop, will discuss the risk factors for breast cancer, as well as the latest techniques for early diagnosis and treatment. The lecture will be followed by a question and answer period.

Admission is free, but seating is limited. For information and to reserve your space, please call 516-663-3916.

The next meeting of the Board of Trustees will be held on March 6 at 7:30 p.m. at the Village Hall, 155 Washington Avenue. I and the Board of Trustees would greatly appreciate your displaying an American flag on March 11 which is six months after the horrific events that occurred on September 11.

Toddlers are adorable, yet their behavior can leave parents frustrated and exhausted. The "Terrible 2's" can sometimes turn into the "Terrible 3's & 4's," adding challenges to an otherwise delightful time within a family's life. In an effort to provide support and give practical tips to parents dealing with toddlers, Winthrop-University Hospital's Parenting Today program will present a free lecture, "The Toddler Years: Common Behavioral Problems" on Wednesday, March 13. The program will begin with registration at 6:30 pm, followed by the lecture at 7 p.m. It will be held at the Winthrop Community Outreach Center, located at 101 Mineola Blvd. in Mineola. Parking and the entrance are in the rear of building.

Jill Leavens-Maurer, MD, Deborah Messina-Tsotsas, DO and Sudha Prasad, MD, pediatricians from Winthrop Pediatric Associates, will discuss common behavioral problems in young children. They will provide information on dealing with eating concerns, discipline and time out and toileting issues. A question and answer period will follow the lecture.

Admission is free, but seating is limited. For information and to reserve your space, please call 1-877-559-KIDS.

The Rotary Club of Williston Park will be holding its Third Annual Reverse Raffle Fund Raiser on Monday, March 11 at La Marmite Restaurant in Williston Park.

The fundraiser will benefit Winthrop-University Hospital's Cancer for Kids facility, Youth Achievement Service Awards and other local charities.

If you would like more information, please call Ursula Odierna during business hours at 294- 4071.

Long Island Bus permits senior citizens age 60 and over, to pay half-fare upon presentation of "proper identification." A reduced-fare MetroCard is available for seniors. Please call 718-243-4999 for more information.

Please call the Federal Student Aid Information Center at 1-800-4-FED-AID (1-800-433-3243) and request a free copy of The Student Guide: Financial Aid from the U.S. Department of Education.

If you prefer you may also write to: Federal Student Aid Information Center, P.O. Box 84, Washington, DC 20044.