egg hunt at belmont lake state park. will take place on Sat. Apr. 16, from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.. Hunts will begin every 15 minutes beginning at 12:15 p.m. In addition to the hunt there will be a petting zoo, temporary tattoos, pony rides, environmental crafts and a visit by the Spring Bunny and more. For more info call (631) 321 3510.

Appraisal Roadshow. will take place at Temple Isaiah on Sunday, April 3 at 2:00 p.m. Bring in your trearures for an estimate or appraisal. Admission is $15 per person, which includes 2 free appraisals. Additional appraisals are $5.00 each. Call (516) 487-5373 to RSVP.

Long Island Trio. the Transplant Recipients International Organization will host a meeting with guest speaker Michael Shapiro, MD, F.A.C.S. on the topic of information about transplantation and Immunosuppressive agents on Wed. April 13, at 7:30 p.m. Located at North Shore Health Systems 145 Community Drive Great Neck, New York.

Torah Study. will take place at Temple Isaiah on Saturday, April 2 at 9:30 a.m. with a Cantillation Class  at 11:15 a.m. 

Aching Back Lecture. Winthrop-University Hospital will host a free lecture “Oh, My Aching Back!” on Tuesday, Apr. 5 at 7:00 p.m. at Winthrop’s Community Outreach Center, 101 Mineola Boulevard at the corner of Second Street in Mineola, and will highlight techniques that can be used to provide relief.

Women’s seder. is being held at Temple Tikvah on Sunday, April 3 at 12:30 p.m. Grandmothers, granddaughters, mothers, daughters, sisters, and friends, we are gathering as a community of women to share the story of a timeless journey. Join us as we gather to sing, dance, celebrate and strengthen our ties to our people, our heritage, and one another! Women 18 and over $18; girls 17 and under, free. Call (516) 248-4124.

Free Comedey Shows. NO admission fees, NO drink minimums- just FREE comedyfeaturing acts from top clubs of NYC & Long Island! Simply Fondue of Great Neck 24 Great Neck Road, 2nd Floor (above Waldbaum’s in The Gardens shopping Center) 8:00 p.m. show, doors open 7:30 p.m. Happy Hour drink specials all night long! Food will not be served in the private comedy lounge during he show. To enjoy a uniquely delicious dining experience, we recommend arriving 1-2 hours prior to show time.

springtime at atria cutter mill. will be hosting two free concerts with “Blue Heron” duo performing Saturday April 2 from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m with an ice cream social at 2:15. On Sunday, April 3 from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m “Sweet Lorraine”duo will perform followed by a happy hour at 3:00 p.m. Reservations are recommended, call (516) 773-8730.

Long Island Singles Association. wil lhost a Rock ‘N’ Roll Bowling event on Saturday, April 9, at 9:30 p.m. located at AMF East Meadow Bowl, on 1840 Front Street, East Meadow. Admission is $2 for members, $4 for non, plus $13 to bowl. RSVP by April 7. For more info call (516) 825-0633.

Manhasset spring festival. will take place on Sat/Sun April 2/3 at 10:00 a.m. on Manhasset Aven, Manhasset in the Main Municipal Lot behind Mary Jane Davies Green.

Shelter rock jewish center. will be hosting a class on  Great Jewish Books, taught by Rabbi Martin S. Cohen. Classes will be Monday mornings at 10:30 a.m. Rabbi Cohen also teaches a Torah study every Thursday at 6:30 p.m.

Clark botanic garden. will be hosting a children’s garden workshop presented by The Fanny Dwight Clark entitled “Getting Ready to plant a Garden.” Through hands on activities, discussion and participation each child will be able to plant their own garden to take home. Workshop is on April 2 and runs from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

5th annual epicurean everean event. will be held on Thursday April 14 at 7:00 p.m at the Glen Oaks Country Club. 

Connetquot River State Park Preserve. will be offering tours of the South Side Sportsmen’s Club Main House. Tours are held every first and third Sunday afternoon between 1:00 p.m. and 3:300 p.m. with the last tour starting at 3:15 p.m. Tours run April 3rd to June 109th. Each tour will have a theme. Current theme is “U.S. History – Starting in Oakdale. Reservations required for all programs. Call (631) 581 1072.

Clark Botanic Garden. On Saturday, April 9 a workshop entitled “What do you know about Birds?” will be  

Rockville spring festival. On Sat & SUnday, Apr. 9/10, The Rockville Centre Lions Club is proud to present its annual spring festival. Show hours are 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The event will take place outdoors at the Municipal Lot on Sunrise Highway and North Long Beach Road and will feature Arts & Crafts Exhibitors, Gift Venors, Food and Much more!.

Massapequa spring festival. will held on Saturday and Sunday April 16 & 17 from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Massapequa Railroad Station, Sunrise Highway (Rte 27). The event wil take place outdoors and will feature art, photography, hand crafted jewelry, ceramics, wood, leather, glass, hand-painted clothing, and many gift items. 

Junior Angler Fly Fishing. clinic at Caleb State Park Preserve will take place on Saturday April 16 from 9:00 a.m to 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Reservations are necessary and will start being taken on Saturday, April 2 at 8:00 a.m. For info and reservations call (631) 265-1054

bereavement support group. COPE, a grief and healing organization dedicated to supporting parents and families living with the loss of a child, holds monthly support groups meetings for parents one Monday per month for parents on the North Shore. The next meeting will be held from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on Monday, April 4th at the Elias Hicks Historical Home, 1740 Old Jericho Turnpike in Jericho.

Food Fun and Fellowship. hosted by The First Presbyterian Church of New Hyde Park will take place on Sunday, April 3 at 4:30 p.m. For more information or tickets call  (516) 354-5013. Register by March 26.

history of caumsett. will take place Sunday, April 3 from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Hosted by the Caumsett State Historic Park. Will consist of a moderately long walk studying the park’s social, economic, architectual, and political history.

Great Neck Vigilant Ambualnce. community meeting will take place on Tuesday, April 5 at 7:30 p.m at Great Neck North Middle School to discuss future of service.

Antiques & Collectibles Auction. will take place at the 1st Presbyterian Church on 16 South 9th St. New Hyde Park on Saturday, April 2, with viewing starting at 5:00 p.m. and the auction at 6:00 p.m. Lots include art work, linens, crystal, pressed & milk glass, jewelry, dolls, toys, books, and more. Call (516) 437-7580 for more info.

Long Island singles association. will host a Dinner and Social on Sunday, April 3 at 4:00 p.m. at Domenico’s Pizzaria Ristorante at 3270A Hempstead Turnpike, levittown. Admission $2 for members and $4 for non. Social gathering hours at 4:00 p.m. at the bar. RSVP by April 1. For more info call (516) 825-0633.

mineola board of education. will hold a workshop meeting on Thursday, Apr. 7 at 7:00 p.m. on the 2nd floor staff lounge at willis ave.

pain management support group. offered at Winthrop Univeristy Hospital. Individuals dealing with chronic and intermittent pain are invited to join Winthrop-University Hospital’s free support group beginning Thursday, March 10, 2011, at 10:00 a.m.  Sessions will be held for eight consecutive Thursdays from March 10th through May 5th (no meeting April 7th)  at the Winthrop Wellness Pavilion, 1300 Franklin Avenue, Suite ML-5 in Garden City.

NEW YORK STATE PARKS AND RECREATION hunting season schedule. Montauk Point – Small Game (Dec. 1 to Feb. 28), Waterfowl (Dec. 1 to Feb. 28), Shotgun (Jan. 3 to Jan. 31); Hither Hills/Hither Woods State Park – Small Game (Dec. 1 to Feb. 28), Waterfowl (Dec. to Feb. 28), Shotgun (Jan. 3 to Jan. 31); Napeague – Small game (Sept. 1 to March 31, Waterfowl (Sept. 1 to March 31), Shotgun (No firearms deer hunting). Special restrictions apply. Get permit and further hunting information by calling (631) 444-0273.

JEWISH BOOK CLASS .  Rabbi Martin S. Cohen at Shelter Rock Jewish Center, 272 Shelter Rock Road in Roslyn. Monday mornings at 7:30 a.m. For more information call 741-4305, Ext. 10. 

TORAH TEACHINGS.   Rabbi Martin S. Cohen at Shelter Rock Jewish Center, 272 Shelter Rock Road in Roslyn. Thursday evenings at 6:30 p.m. For details call 741-4305, Ext. 10.

current events. The National Council of Jewish Women will sponser a current events discussion at the home of Marian Baskin at 1:30 p.m. Call to register at (718) 479-0686.

Pianists and vocalists Concert. The Great Neck Music Conservatory will present a concert with pianists and vocalist, works by Chopin, Beethoven, Schubert and others on Sunday, Apr. 10 at 5:00 p.m. at Gloria Dei Church at 600 New Hyde Park Rd. For more info call (516)467-4744.

“Kids Care Caravan.” The Hillside Grade School will be holding its annual food drive to benefit Long Island Cares. For every pound of food collected $1 will be donated to the Long Island Cares from the feinstein foundation. On Sat. Apr. 9,  Between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. a truck  from Long Island Cares will be located aon the blacktop behind Hillside Grade School.

Gallery Exhibit Garden City. “Over the Last Century” will be on view in the Garden City Public Library from April 2 to 29. Enjoy a fascinating look at Garden City’s rich history during the 20th Century. This photographic journey will illuminate the Village’s heritage. Engage yourself with intriguing photos and facts about where you live! Civil War soldier Kady Brownell will be honored in a showcase display as well from Apr 1 to 30. The library is located at 60 Seventh St., Garden City. For hours and direction

Corpus Christi church. The Catholic Daughters of Corpus Christi Church will be hosting a Dinner and Show-Mystery Man, on Thursday, April 14 at 6:30 p.m. in Fitzgerald Hall, 155 Garfield Avenue, Mineola. Steve Sussman will be performing mysterious tricks of the mind. for more info call Elaine at (516) 326-0890.

what is jewish music?. Hosted by Cantor Ben Matis Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Shelter Rock Jewish center. For more information call 741-4305, ext. 10. 

great neck arts center. with the Wild Life Conservation Society and the Bronx Zoo is offering select classes this winter and spring focusing on animals and saving wildlife and wild places. Details about registration for these classes can be found at www.greatneckarts.org or call (516) 829-2570. Registration is now open.

Friday Night Bingo. Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #5253 will host bingo on Tuesday nights from 7 to 11 p.m. The top prize is $1,500 with additional cash prizes totaling $1,700. Admission is $4 at the post,  which is located at 155 Searingtown Road in Albertson.

INTO ABSTRACTION: THE TRANSITION FROM DIRECT NARRATIVE TO AMBIGUITY.  tracingthe divergence of high art from direct narrative to the in-between space of poetic ambiguity. Takes place at the Great Neck Art Center Thursday, Apr. 7, from 8:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

the arthritis foundation. and the Village of Williston Park are pleased to announce that a free exercise program will be held at the Williston Park Village Hall, on Thursday mornings from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on March 24, 25, April 7, 14, 21, 28, and May 5 and 12. Instructor Margo Bores. To register call (631) 427 8272.

Spring Concerts at Atria Cutte rDUPLICATE BRIDGE. will be held every Wednesday at 7 p.m. under the direction of Ann Schwartz in the Nursery School Atrium at Shelter Rock Jewish Center, 272 Shelter Rock Rd., Roslyn. For details call 747-5461.

VILLAGE OF WILLISTON  PARK HISTORICAL COMMITTEE. requests donations for monthly Village Hall exhibits. Interesting collections, artifacts or memorabilia needed for display in the hall cabinet on the main floor. Call 741-4146 for more information send a note to the Williston Park Village Hall if interested. 

Thrift Shop at St aidans. with the resurection church are selling nearly new and new merchandise. Hours are Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. The church is located at the corner of Campbell ave and Center St. Williston Park. For more information call (516) 746 5527.

Shelter rock jewish center. will be hosting a class on  Great Jewish Books, taught by Rabbi Martin S. Cohen. Classes will be Monday mornings at 10:30 a.m. Rabbi Cohen also teaches a Torah study every Thursday at 6:30 p.m.

Volunteer Fire Fighters. Nassau County Volunteer Fire Departments are actively recruiting new members. Students who join their local volunteer Fire Department and then attend Nassua Community College as matriculated students will be eligible for reimbursement of all their tuition fees through a Federal Grant. The  staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response grant is now available to applicants at the OEM website.  . 

sisterhood book club. with Charlotte Schiffman and Norma Vogelman, facilitators. Second Tuesday of each month at 11 a..m. Bagels served in the Breakfast Room. Shelter Rock Jewish center, 272 Shelter Rock Road in Roslyn. For more information call 741-4305, ext. 10. 

current events.       with Irving Roth and David Stollwerk takes place on the second Wednesday of each month at 10:30 a.m. at Shelter Rock Jewish Center. Refreshments are served at the event. For more information, call 741-4305, ext. 10. 

Williston Area Chapter AARP #1868. will hold a meeting on Friday, Apr. 1, with speaker Paula discussing the Project Independence at 1:15 p.m at the Community Church of East Williston. Fore more info call (516) 801-1619. Bake sale will follow at 1:30 p.m. following the meeting. 

elmont Lake Spring Family Freshwater fishing Festival. announce that the Long Island Region in cooperation with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and New York Sea Grant, will be conducting the annual Spring Family Freshwater Fishing Festival at Belmont Lake State Park on Saturday, April 9, 2011 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Brentwood State Park.  is now accepting applications for use of the artificial turf fields at Brentwood State Park. Anyone interested in securing field usage for the spring season must complete a park use application and either mail, or hand deliver, the application to: Long Island State Park Headquarters, 625 Belmont Avenue, Babylon, NY 11702.   Park Use applications can be downloaded at  HYPERLINK “https://www.nysparks.com” www.nysparks.com 

WELL SPOUSES OF THE Chronically ILL AND DISABLED. meets the second Wednesday of each month at St. Charles Rehab Center, located at 201 I.U. Willets Road (corner of Searingtown Road) in Albertson at 7 p.m. Free admission. Call Rose at (516) 829-8740 or e-mail at [email protected] for more information.

Mineola school board. will hold a meeting on Thursday, April 7, at 7:00 p.m. at the willis ave school.

village of new hyde park. village board budget hearing will take place Tuesday, April 5 at 8:00 p.m. in the village hall.

village of russel gardens. will hold a meeting on Thursday, April 7 at 8:00 p.m.

village of saddle rock. will hold a board meeting on Thursday, April 7 at 8:30 p.m. in the village hall.

Village of lake success. will hold a park comission meeting on Monday,, April 4 at 7:30 p.m.