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Friday, November 20

Friday Morning Talmud

Join Rabbi Benjamin David for the Monthly Friday Morning Talmud at Temple Sinai of Roslyn, 425 Roslyn Rd., Roslyn Heights, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. to study the timeless and engaging words of our tradition. Talmudic stories on the theme of Shabbat will be read. Learn about the holy day of Shabbat and how the Talmud itself operates. Discussions will be light, informal and entertaining. Free. Call 621-6800.

Saturday, November 21

Multi-Family Garage Sale

A large multi-family garage sale will take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on both Saturday, Nov. 21 and Sunday, Nov. 22 at 147 Whitney St., Westbury (one block east of Carle Place High School).

Sunday, November 22

Depression Era Glass/Pottery Show/Sale

Depression Glass, Elegant Glass, A to Z etc. Kitchenware: Anchor Hocking, Fire-King, Hazel Atlas, etc. American Pottery: Roseville, McCoy, Hall, etc., from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Albertson VFW Hall, 155 Searingtown Rd., Albertson. Admission $5. Presented by the Big Apple Depression Glass Club. Call 248-5730 or 718-762-5790.

Monday, November 23

Lecture Series

Obama and Netanyahu in the “Muddle” East: Strategic Partnership Between Rupture and Rapture with Professor Mark Rosenblum, award-winning historian at Queens College. He is also the director for Jewish Studies and the Center for Ethnic and Racial Tolerance. He has been involved in numerous efforts to facilitate Israeli-Palestinian co-existence by organizing international conferences with leaders of the PLO, the Palestinian Authority and Israeli national figures. 8:40 p.m. at the Herbert Tarr North Shore Institute for Adult Jewish Education at Temple Judea, 333 Searingtown Rd., Manhasset. Call 621-8049.

Thanksgiving Floral Arrangement

Jerilyn Dreitlein, former partner in Greenleaf & Bloom in Roslyn, brings her unique skills and teaches the fundamentals of designing and creating a fall centerpiece. Using choice seasonal blooms in a square glass vase, create a beautiful centerpiece for your Thanksgiving table. Jerilyn will also share other ideas and suggestions for bringing flowers to your table. All materials will be supplied and students will take their arrangements home. Bring pruning shears or clippers. Noon to 2 p.m. at Clark Botanic Garden, 193 IU Willets Rd., Albertson. Fee $65 members; $75 nonmembers. Call 484-8600. Refreshments served.

Monday, November 30

Lecture Series

David Roskie, professor of Jewish Literature at the Jewish Theological Seminary and founder and former editor of Prooftests, a journal of Jewish history, will discuss his newest book Yiddishlands: A Memoir. Roskies’ home in Montreal was a salon for Yiddish writers, actors and artists. The book brings to life the major debates, triumphs and struggles of the modern Yiddish experience along with memorable portraits of great Jewish writers, cultural leaders and educators. 8:40 p.m. at the Herbert Tarr North Shore Institute for Adult Jewish Education at Temple Judea, 333 Searingtown Rd., Manhasset. Call 621-8049.

Tuesday, December 1

Nassau North Shore Christian Women’s Club

Invites all women to its “Colonial Christmas” Luncheon at 11:30 a.m. at the George Washington Manor Restaurant, Old Northern Blvd., Roslyn. The cost of the luncheon is $21. If you pay by check, it should be made out to cash. The special feature will be “Ye Old Curiosity Shoppe,” Christmas Colonial Crafts by Nancy Kraft. “Merry Melodies” will be presented by international soloist Blythe Merrifield. She will also present “Joyful News.” pointing the way to a joyful Christmas Season. For reservations or information call Jane Voss at 742-0861 or Alice Russo 248-9726 by Nov. 20. Cancellations are essential.

Voice of the Faithful

Northwest Nassau Parish Voice Affililate was formed by faith-filled Catholics in the wake of the sex abuse crisis in the Catholic Church to support victims of abuse, priests of integrity and to call for the restructuring of the church. Meeting from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at the Community Church of E. Williston, E. Williston Ave. and High St., E. Williston. Parking and entrance behind church, off Ward St. All are welcome. Call Carol Bongiorno 742-0704. Speaker: Tim Echausse, LI coordinator of SNAP (Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests) will discuss the Child Victims’ Act Legislation and the role of the Bishops who are trying to defeat this bill. Other issues will also be discussed.

Wednesday, December 2

SoulQuest - The Journey Through Life, Death And Beyond

New course from the Jewish Learning Institute, taught by Rabbi Yaakov Reiter, explores the deeper meaning of life and death, and addresses the big questions – does Judaism believe in the soul? The Afterlife? Heaven and Hell? Reincarnation? Can we connect with loved ones after their death? No prior Judaic knowledge required. Wednesdays through Dec. 16 (excluding Nov. 25) 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.ChabadRoslyn.com/JLI, call 484-3500 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Ongoing Events

Canasta Players Wanted

Mature women looking for canasta players who enjoy playing a game of canasta. If you lie in the Roslyn off Shelter Rock Rd. area, call 365-6048.

Junior League of Long Island Events

•The Junior League of Long Island’s nonprofit Thrift Shop, 1395 Old Northern Blvd, Roslyn Village, is having its third annual Coat Extravaganza. Coats for men women and children are being sold at unbelievable prices. Proceeds from this event go to benefit programs for women and children in the community. The event is ongoing, until around December. New and used coats will be collected at this time.

•The Thrift Shop is accepting any new and used men’s women’s and children’s clothing and accessories and housewares.

•Story Time will be held on the first Tuesday of every month at 10:30 a.m.

•On the first Wednesday of every month the Thrift Shop will be hosting story time for children of all ages. The first story time will be on Oct 7.

•The league will be hosting its first annual amateur photo contest. The theme is “women and children.” Collections of photos will be received at the Thrift Shop from Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. All photos should be 5x7 or larger and appropriately mounted.

Vendors Wanted

For the “Think Pink Expo.” All table fees will be donated to the South Nassau Communities Hospital Cancer Program. Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Wanted – A Few Good Men

If you are 60 years old or older, the Cobras, a North Shore Senior Softball team needs a few new players. If interested call Michael Maher 676-1561.

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Ongoing Programs

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 first Monday of each month 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 8:30 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 24 West Shore Rd.

Weekly Events

•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. at Chabad of Roslyn, 75 Powerhouse Rd, Roslyn Heights. No Fee. For more info: 484-8185, www.ChabadRoslyn.com.

•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.

•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 at Chabad of Roslyn, 75 Powerhouse Rd., Roslyn Heights. The course is free of charge and is open to the entire community. Prior knowledge not necessary. Call 484-8185.

•”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. at Chabad of Roslyn, 75 Powerhouse Rd., Roslyn Heights. No Fee. For more info: 484-8185, www.ChabadRoslyn.com.

•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.

•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. To find out this week’s location or to host a class call Chabad of Roslyn 484-8185.

•Great Neck Choral Society meets Wednesdays from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. in the Choral Room at Great Neck South Middle School, 349 Lakeville Rd, Lake Success. Dr. Virginia Davidson, conductor. For information call 884-5795 or 536-0451. Website: www.gnchoral.org.

•Weekly Discussion of current events and issues concerning women every Wednesday from 1 to 3 p.m. at Womanspace, GN Senior Community Center, 80 Grace Ave., Great Neck. Call 829-6566.

•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.

•Boy Scout Troop 267 of Roslyn, Albertson, Roslyn Heights and Old Westbury meets in Roslyn Heights on Thursdays from 7:30 to 9 p.m. All boys ages 11-17 welcome. For information, call 621-0675.

•Bingo Games every Friday at 7:15 p.m. at Knights of Columbus Hall, 83 Sea Cliff Ave., Glen Cove. $1,500 in cash prizes. Door prizes and progressive on last game. Smoke-free environment. Call 676-1828 for further info.

•Ballroom/Social Dancing every Friday at the Polish Club, 5 Pulaski Pl., Port Washington, from 8 p.m. to midnight. Music by DJ. Donation $14. Two drinks, bagels, cake and coffee included. Call 883-5553 for more information.

•Talmud. Join Rabbi Benjamin David for Friday morning Talmud at Temple Sinai, 425 Roslyn Rd., Roslyn Heights, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. to study the timeless and engaging words of our tradition. Discussions will be light, informal and entertaining, to be sure. Free. Call 621-6800. www.mysinai.org.