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Community Guide
Community Board 18 Meeting The next meeting of Community Board 18 will take place on Wednesday, December 21 at 8 p.m. at the Kings Plaza Community Room, Flatbush Avenue and Avenue V. For information, call (718) 241-0422.
Weekly Chess Club Seaview Jewish Center, 1585 East 98 Street, between Seaview Avenue and Avenue N, hosts a free chess club every Saturday at 1 p.m. and on Sundays and Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Beginners to advanced players are welcome. For details, call (718) 251-1900.
Canasta Players Wanted The Brooklyn Canasta Club now meets six days a week at various locations to play either Classic or American Canasta. There are openings in most groups, but reservations are needed, since space is limited. For information, call (718) 680-4084.
Free Swimming Lessons For Kids The City Parks & Recreation Department will hold free after-school and Saturday swimming sessions until December 17. The area closest to the Canarsie community where the lessons will be held is the Brownsville Recreation Center, 1555 Linden Boulevard. For additional information, call 311 or visit the Parks & Recreation Web site at www.nyc.gov/parks.
Breukelen Tree Lighting Dec. 18th The public is invited to attend a giant Tree Lighting Celebration at the Breukelen Community Center, 715 East 105 Street, on Sunday, December 18 beginning at 4 p.m. Open to all ages, the fun-filled event will feature holiday caroling, food, entertainment and — you guessed it — Santa Claus.
After School Youth Training Program An exciting new ten-week program from the Italian American Civil Rights League called the After School Youth Program offers help for youths 14-18 years of age in creating resumes, job etiquette, computer training and internships. Call the League for more information at (718) 642-2180.
After School Program At Salt Marsh Nature Center The Salt Marsh Nature Center Urban Park Rangers currently present a fun-filled program for youths ages 11 to 14 at their Marine Park Center, Avenue U and East 33rd Street on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Programs feature homework help, environmental education, science and nature studies, hiking, games and more. For information, call (718) 421-2021.
HES’ Chanukah Celebration Sunday The Hebrew Educational Society will hold its annual Chanukah Celebration on Sunday, December 18 starting at noon. There will be an unforgettable experience of pure olive oil making from olives, arts & crafts workshop, gym games, stage games, prizes, and a holiday flea market with assorted merchandise. Food and refreshments available. For more information, call Sarit Haviv at (718) 241-3000, Chanukah Party At Sephardic Center The Sephardic Jewish Center of Canarsie will hold its Annual Chanukah Party on Sunday, December 25 at 11:45 a.m. There will be Bucharian music by the Rubinov Family and a sing-a-long presented by their own Doris Fins. There will also be a surprise visit from “Benjamin, the Magician.” Refreshments will be served and admission is free. Bring your children and grandchildren. Chanukah gifts will be given to all children.
Seaview Jewish Center Chanukah Party Officials of Seaview Jewish Center will host a Chanukah Party on Sunday, December 25 at 3:30 p.m. at the center, 1440 East 99th Street (entrance from parking lot on East 98th Street between Seaview Avenue and Avenue N). Please call (718) 251-1900 by December 19 to reserve a seat.
Caribbean Tribute Saturday A tribute to the Caribbean community entitled Christmas Under the Coconut Tree, featuring Dance, Soca-Parang, and Jankanoo, will take place on Saturday, December 17 from 2 to 7 p.m. at the Kings Plaza Shopping Center. The public is invited.
“Goody Bag” For Troops In Iraq The Holy Name Society of Mary Queen of Heaven Church is conducting a “Goody Bag” drive to send items they need but have trouble getting to the troops in Iraq, especially at this time of the year. Items needed include foot powder, baby wipes, toothpaste, insect repellent, beef jerky, disposable razors, etc. There are boxes at the doors of the church for the items to be placed. The Holy Name Society will take care of the packing and shipping. Mary Queen of Heaven Church is located at 1395 East 56th Street. For information, call (718) 763-2330.
“Kitten Kaboodle” Cat Rescue The city’s Animal Care & Control Adoption Centers have announced an urgent need to place an abundance of rescued cats and kittens. For information, call (212) 788-4000.
Free Musical Cantorial Shabbat The public is invited to attend a free Musical Cantorial Shabbat morning service at Temple Sholom, followed by a kiddush luncheon on Saturday, December 17 at 9:30 a.m. Temple Sholom is located at 2075 East 68th Street (at Avenue U). For further information, call (718) 251-0370.
Need Volunteers At Floyd Bennett Friends of Gateway, a volunteer organization, has been conducting various projects and programs with the National Parks Service for more than 20 years. They dedicate themselves to improving and enhancing public awareness of Gateway’s natural and historic areas. Currently, they have volunteer openings for adults interested in working with either school children or disabled adults to teach them how to grow plants. They are also looking for retirees who are interested in volunteering to help maintain tools and machines for their workshop. For information on either position, or just general information, call (212) 228-3126.
Musicians Wanted Brass and woodwinds (all levels) needed for American Legion Concert Band. You don’t have to be a Legionnaire to be in the band. For information, call Irwin at (718) 769- 2818 or Elliot at (718) 531-8130.
Brooklyn College Retiree's Institute The Brooklyn College Institute for Retiree's in Pursuit of Education (I.R.P.E.) has started classes. Members can choose from a program of 65 courses in a wide range of subjects, including the arts and literature, bird watching, nutritional enlightenment and aerobics, among others. For a catalog and to receive further information, call (718) 951-5647. There are no entry requirements, no exams and no tuition or registration fees.
Active Seniors On The Go
Registration is taking place for seniors 60 and older at Marine Park called Active Seniors On the Go. Registrations are held Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Marine Park Salt Marsh Nature Center, 3302 Avenue U. For more information, call Jackie or Joe at (718) 444-0101, ext. 10.
Abe Stark Senior Center Sponsored by Millennium Development, the Abe Stark Senior Center, 103-15 Farragut Road, offers a nutritious breakfast & lunch program plus daily activities, including beginning computer time, billiards, bingo and more. Transportation provided. For information, call 1-718-272-9515.
JASA Brooklyn Friendship House A Social Adult Day Program, funded by the Department of Health, offers a program of exercise, music, socialization, creative activities, support groups and games in a warm, friendly environment. Located at 650 Remsen Avenue, open to seniors, 55+ who struggle with mental health issues. Kosher lunch and transportation provided. For more information, call (718) 922-5079.
Glenwood Senior Center
All seniors are invited to join the nutritional and recreational program at the Glenwood Senior Center, located at 5701 Avenue H in the Glenwood Houses complex. The program includes breakfast and lunch and offers a variety of fun indoor and outdoor activities, including arts & crafts, tai chi, aerobics, bingo, pool, field trips, computers and much more. Glenwood Senior Center invites all grandparents to bring their grandchildren to Grandchildren Fridays at the center. Call Eve Vaval. For further information, call (718) 241-7711.
Senior Center At Temple Emanu-El If you are 60 years or older and would like to join other seniors for a hot lunch made in our kitchen, exercise, arts & crafts, painting and parties, call (718) 451-0779. They meet daily at the temple at 1880 Rockaway Parkway.
JASA Senior Center At HES Join seniors who are 60 years or older for painting, crafts, current events, creative writing, line dancing, yoga, sing-a-long, choral group, parties and trips. For information, call (718) 251-3700.
Self-Help For 40+ Forty Plus of New York, a self-help organization, welcomes managers and professionals who are looking for work. To arrange an orientation and tour of the Forty Plus offices on Seventh Avenue, telephone 212-947-4230.
Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Fairview Adult Day Care Center, 1444 East 99th Street, sponsors a support group for Alzheimer’s caregivers. Meetings are twice a month. For information, call Laura Schlatter, M.A. at (718)251-5600.
Volunteer To Help Readers Reach Out And Read, a national group that promotes early literacy by bringing books and advice about the importance of reading into the pediatric exam room, is looking for volunteer high school students to read to children and give appropriate advice to parents about reading aloud with their child. To volunteer, call (718) 780-2526 or write to: Thomas Lione; ROR Program Coordinator; L. I. College Hospital; Brooklyn, N.Y. 11201.
Maimonides Needs Blood Donors The blood bank at Maimonides Medical Center, like all blood banks in the region, is currently experiencing a severe blood shortage, especially of Type O-Positive and O-Negative blood. Other blood types are also needed. Please visit the Blood Donor Center on the 3rd floor of the administration building. The center is open from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday and noon to 5 p.m. on Sundays. For more information, or to arrange a blood drive, call Christine Clark at (718) 283-717
Donate Some Yarn Knit-Net: Scarves For The Homeless is seeking new and used yarn donations. Pickups in some parts of Brooklyn can be arranged. The organization is entering its 7th year supplying crib blankets, lap blankets, hats and mittens to homeless shelters for adults and children. For information, call (718) 680-4084. Hospitals Need Volunteers Volunteers are needed to assist in hospitals and nursing homes in the five boroughs. If you can read a story, hold a hand, dry a tear or share a smile, you’ll be a great volunteer. Flexible hours. Call the United Hospital Fund at (212) 675-6644 for information.
Computer Training For Adults The Brotherhood Christian Life Community Center, 9626 Avenue N, will offer free computer courses that train and educate adults in basic computer software. For information, call (718) 531-0932.
Adult English As 2nd Language Course
The Brotherhood Christian Life Community Center offers free English as a Second Language classes to people who are of Caribbean, Latin American, Eastern European, Asian and African origin who do not speak English. They provide ESL education to all who want to improve their speaking, reading and writing skills in the English lan guage. For more information, call (718) 531-0932. If your not-for-profit group would like to place an event in the Community Guide Call (718) 257-0600 Or Fax (718) 272-0870
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