HEALTH & HELP
Nutrition Workshop – Take Charge of Your Health with Nutrition, a free community lecture with noted nutritionist Dr. Rene David Alkalay, is held the first Sunday of every month at 102-19 Metropolitan Ave. Call 718-544-5997 to register.
Health Plus Asthma Workshop – April 19 at 10 a.m., M.S. 202, 138-30 Lafayette St.
True Potential – A communication and leadership skills club invites the public to its meetings, first and third Mon. at Borough Hall from 7:15 p.m. to 9 p.m. Call 212-807-2827.
Housing work group – Helps York City Housing Authority. First Wed. of month, 11 a.m. Queens Independent Living Center, 140-40 Queens Blvd., Jamaica. 718-658-2524.
Quit Smoking – Queens Hospital Center is now offering a free smoking cessation program. The program consists of a series of groups that meet for one hour weekly for eight weeks. The groups provide education, strategies and supportive counseling to assist people in quitting smoking permanently. Queens Hospital Center is located at 82-68 164 St., Jamaica. For further information and to register call 718-883-4208.
Self-Management and Recovery Training – Sun. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Long Island Consultation Center, 97-29 54 Rd. 212-929-6107.
Food Stamp Pre-Screening – Catholic Charities of Brooklyn & Queens offers a free food stamp pre-screening program at the Peter J. DellaMonica Senior Center, 23-56 Broadway, every Wednesday from 9 a.m. to noon. Call 718-626-1500.
Notary Public – Available at the Howard Beach Senior Center, 156-45 84th St. on Mon. and Fri. between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Call 718-738-8100.
Wellness Program – Join the wellness program at Self-Help, 69-61 Grand Ave., Maspeth, to study yoga, nutrition and body transformation. Classes begin at 5:30 and 6:30 p.m. Monday and Wednesday. Massage available by appointment. Call 718-429-3636.
Family Day Care – The Center for the Women of New York is organizing a new class for those interested in providing day care in their homes. Call 718-793-0672.
Stress Management Course – At the Reform Temple of Forest Hills, 71-11 112 St., on Wed. evenings at 8 p.m. Call to register at 718-261-2900.
Immigration Services – Thursdays from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Sunnyside Community Services, 43-31 39th Ave., 2nd floor, (718) 784-6173.
CLasses
Beginning Business Basics: Part 1: Starting Your Own Business – April 9 at 10:30 a.m., topics include: legal structures; capital requirements; the business plan, etc. Presented by the Small Business Administration and SCORE. Pre-registration. In Auditorium of Central Library, 89-11 Merrick Blvd., (718) 990-0700.
Knitting Workshop for Adults – weekly workshops every Saturday at 2 p.m. with a professional designer. Learn to knit and crochet. Broadway Branch of public library, 40-20 Broadway, (718) 721-2462.
Defensive Driving Class – April 9 from 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. at Mary's Nativity Church, 146-28 Jasmine Ave., (631) 360-9720. $45.
French Conversation – With Marguerita Ohrenstein. Fri., 1-2:30 p.m. Kew Gardens Community Center, 80-02 Kew Gardens Road, Suite 202. 718-268-5360.
Woodcarving – 1:30 p.m., first Sun. of the month at Cross Island YMCA, 238-10 Hillside Ave. 718-631-2115.
GED Classes – Held on Saturdays at 1 p.m. Contact Rochdale Library Adult Learning Center at (718) 723-7662 for further information. Laurelton Branch, 134-26 225 Street; (718) 528-2822.
Guitar Class – The Afrikan Poetry Theatre will host guitar classes with instructor Guy Daniels. Call 718-523-3312 to register.
Intermediate Spanish – With Tony Oliviero. Wed., 10 a.m. Kew Gardens Community Center, 80-02 Kew Gardens Road, Suite 202. 718-268-5360.
Beginner woodcarving – Forest Hills classes include instruction in relief and three-dimensional carving. Free membership to the Queens Woodcarvers Club is also available. Call 718-544-0265 or visit woodcarving.web.com.
Bilingual Theatre Workshop for Young Actors – Tuesdays 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. from April 12 – June 14. $150 (total workshop fee). Thalia Spanish Theatre, 41-17 Greenpoint Ave., (718) 729-3880.
English for the Foreign Born – At the Howard Beach Senior Center, 156-45 84th St. Call 718-738-8100.
Computer class – With a professional teacher. Self-help Maspeth Senior Center, 66-35 58th Ave., Maspeth. 718-429-3636.
Mommy & Me – The AQA Gallery, 99-10 Metropolitan Ave., Forest Hills, Call 718-520-9842.
SENIORS
Free Individual Income Tax Counseling for Low-Income Older Adults – April 12 at 1 p.m., Counselors trained by the IRS (American Association of Retired Persons/AARP) will provide assistance in completing your 2004 personal income tax return. Bring copy of 2003 return; W-2 forms; 1099 forms; IRS forms; other income/expenses info. Until 5 p.m. Jackson Heights Branch, 35-51 81 St., (718) 899-2500.
Recent Active Retirees – Help cope with changes and challenges brought on by retirement. Senior Adult Department, Central Queens YM/YWHA, 67-09 108th St. 718-268-5011.
EXERCISE
Yoga Instruction – April 7 at 1 p.m., a fitness workshop designed to help you achieve an inner peace while developing a healthy body. Preregistration. Seaside Branch of public library, , 116-15 Rockaway Beach Blvd., (718) 634-1876.
Yoga Instruction – April 11 at 2:30 p.m., a fitness workshop designed to help you achieve an inner peace while developing a healthy body. Preregistration. Peninsula Branch of public library, 92-25 Rockaway Beach Blvd., (718) 634-1110.
Sahaja Yoga Meditation – April 11 at 6:30 p.m., experience the joy of enlightened meditation. Achieve peace and balance effortlessly. Sahaja Yoga will awaken the powers of your spirit and give you inner strength and self-strength and self-knowledge. Broadway Branch of public library, 40-20 Broadway, (718) 721-2462.
Swimming – Instructional and recreational swimming for adults with disabilities features exercise and swimming skills individualized for personal needs. Cross Island YMCA, 238-10 Hillside Ave. 516-354-0098.
Tai Chi Qi Gong – Led by Kristine Metchikian every Wed. from 11 am – 12:30 p.m. Conducted at 80-02 Queens Blvd. Suite 202. 718-268-5960.
Tai Chi Chuan – Learn tai chi and other movement exercises from 7 to 9 p.m. Tues. at the Afrikan Poetry Theatre, 176-03 Jamaica Ave. Call 718-523-3312 to register.
Tai Chi Chuan – On Tues. from 11 a.m. to noon with instructor Ann Harvey at the Central Queens YM-YWHA, 67-09 108th St. Call 718-268-5011, Ext. 500 for more information.
Tree of Life Yoga – Beginner's Yoga, Free Hatha Yoga classes are being offered Thursday, 10:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. and 4:45 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Gentle Yoga – Joints and Glands; The Tree of Life offers gentle yoga classes Tuesdays, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m., ideal for seniors or people with little to no experience with yoga or exercise. Tree Of Life Yoga & Wellness Center, 102-19 Metropolitan Ave. 718-544-5997
Karate – The Afrikan Poetry Theatre, 176-03 Jamaica Ave., will host karate classes for men, women and children ages 5 and up from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wed. Call 718-529-7857 to register.
Martial Arts – Kick boxing, tai chi, self-defense for adults and teens. Sat., 2:30-3:30 p.m. Cross Island YMCA, 238-10 Hillside Ave. 718-479-0505.
Stay-Well Exercise – Thurs., 11 a.m. -noon at the Kew Gardens Community Center, 80-02 Kew Gardens Rd. 718-268-5960.
BOOK SALES
April 7 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Baisley Park Branch of public library, 117-11 Sutphin Blvd., (718) 529-1590.
April 7 from 10 a.m. 4:30 p.m. at Briarwood Branch of public library, 85-12 Main St., (718) 658-1680.
ODDS & ENDS
An Afternoon of Jewish Poetry, Music & Folklore: Poetry of the Jewish Immigrant Experience – April 7 at 2 p.m., a reading in Russian and English. Featuring poet Liana Alaverdova and Lydia Razran Stone, literary Russian translator. With violin and piano accompaniment of popular Jewish, Russian and American selections. Forest Hills Branch of public library, 108-19 71 Ave., (718) 268-7934.
Rummage Sale – April 9 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Emanuel United Church of Christ, 93-12 91st Ave., (718) 849-1153.
Ballroom Dancing with Carol Kaminski – April 7 at 6:30 p.m., come alone or bring a partner for monthly class thru April. Join professional dancer Carol Kaminski, who has performed in summer stock with Alvin Ailey, Martha Graham, Hanya Holm and the Zodiac Dance Co. Until 7:30 Forest Hills Branch of public library, 108-19 71 Ave., (718) 268-7934.
Friends of the Richmond Hill Library Open Meeting and Elections – April 7 at 7 p.m., “Emily Dickinson: A Voice of the Past; A Voice for the Future.” With guest speaker Rev. Thomas M. Catania, Prof. of English and Scripture. All are welcome. Richmond Hill Branch of public library, 118-14 Hillside Ave., (718) 849-7150.
Bridge For Beginners – Basic instructions on bidding, contract bridge, practice sessions and notes provided. Call SNAP Senior Center at 718-454-2100.
Photography Group – Meets at the Forest Hills Community House Beacon Program, JHS 190, 68-17 Austin St. 718-268-5960.
Line Dancing – The Kew Gardens Community Center, 80-02 Kew Gardens Road, Suite 202, presents line dancing with Debi Oestricher every Wednesday from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Call 718-268-5690.
DIALECTICS: We Free to Talk We Talk! – April 9 at 2 p.m., performed by Caribbean Cultural Theatre, Inc. This program invites you to explore the intricacies of “Caribbean English” and related dialects through music, poetry, story, movement and sketch comedy. Central Library, 89-11 Merrick Blvd., (718) 990-0700.
Poets on Sunday at Central – April 10 at 2 p.m., an open reading with music by poets who sign up at door. Hosted by Inge Judd monthly. Until 4 p.m. In Auditorium of Central Library, 89-11 Merrick Blvd., (718) 990-0700.
Eternal Egypt: Slide-Illustrated Lecture – April 11 at 6:30 p.m., Lecturer Michael Garland introduces The Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection of Egyptian Art, one of the largest and finest out of Cairo. The talk will explore the enduring and broad vocabulary of motifs created by ancient Egyptians. Cambria Heights Branch of public library, 220-20 Linden Blvd., (718) 528-3535.
Book Talk with Authors Kathy Bishop and Julia Whitehead – April 13 at 3:30 p.m., for National Library Week April 10-16. They discuss their book, “The City Parent Handbook: The Complete Guide to the Ups & Downs and Ins & Outs of Raising Young Kids in the City” a practical survival manual, humorously told by 2 Lefrak City Branch of public library, 98-30 57 Ave., (718) 592-7677.
Meetings
AARP Richmond Hill Chapter 1762 – Second Thurs. of the month, 1 p.m. New members welcome. Church of the Resurrection, 85-09 118th St. 718-969-8813.
American Legion – Glendale Post No. 104 of the American Legion meets at 8 p.m. the third Monday of the month at the post, 72-02 Myrtle Ave. Call 718-441-3563.
Catholic War Veterans – St. Margaret's Post No. 1172 of the CWV meets at 8 p.m. the second and fourth Thurs. at the post, 72-53 Metropolitan Ave. 718-894-1133.
Crochet Club – Hobbyists' group meets every Monday at 1 p.m. to discuss yarn suppliers, crafts ideas, until 3:00 PM. All are welcome. Queens Village Branch of public library, 94-11 217 St., (718) 776-6800.
Jackson Heights Beautification – The Jackson Heights Garden Club meets the third Wednesday of the month (excluding July & Aug.) at the Community Church, 35th Ave. & 82nd St. Call 718-651-7745.
Jewish War Veterans – The Kew-Forest-Woodside-Loitz Post 250 of Jewish War veterans will meet at 9:30 a.m. Sunday at the Rego Park Jewish Center, 97-30 Queens Blvd. Call 718-297-7771.
Queens Gays and Lesbians United – Monthly meetings at Community United Methodist Church, 81-10 35th Ave. 718-205-6605.
VFW Ladies Auxiliary – Meets every first Monday of each month at John F. Prince Post No. 6478, 242-37 Braddock Ave., Bellerose. Call 718-723-8038.
VFW Post 5298 – Meets every 4th Saturday of the month. Call 718-525-7655 for further information.
Support Groups
Alzheimer's Caregivers – Thurs., 1:30-3:30 p.m. Peter J. DellaMonica Center for Seniors, 23-56 Broadway. 718-626-1500.
Alzheimer's Caregivers – Group meets the second and fourth Tuesdays from 5:15 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Sunnyside Community Services, 43-31 39th St. Call 718-784-6173, Ext. 137.
Autism support – For parents and family members of people with autism. Spanish-speaking groups also offered. Third Thurs. of the month, 7-8:30 p.m. Quality Services for the Autism Community, 30-10 38th St. 718-728-8476.
Bereaved Siblings And Children – Helps kids in grades 1-8 who have lost a loved one. First Mon. of the month, 7:30 p.m. St. Adalbert's Parish Center, lower church, 52-40 84th St. 718-429-2005.
Bereavement Group – For seniors who have lost a spouse or child. Wed. & Fri., 1 p.m. SNAP of Eastern Queens, 80-45 Winchester Blvd. 718-454-2100.
Bereavement Group – For seniors who have recently lost a spouse. Thursdays, 1 p.m. at SNAP of Eastern Queens, 80-45 Winchester Blvd. 718-454-2100.
Bereavement group – Third Monday of the month, 7:30 p.m. St. Adalbert's Parish Center, lower cafeteria, 52-40 84th St. 718-429-2005.
Connections For Seniors – Tues., 2:30 p.m. Senior Adult Department, Central Queens YM & YWHA, 67-09 108th St. 718-268-5011.
COPD Group – Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease group. Third Wed. of the month at noon-2 p.m. Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, sixth floor auditorium. 718-206-8410.
Crochet Club – Hobbyists' group meets each Monday at 1 p.m.: crochet, discuss yarn suppliers, crafts ideas, until 3:00 PM. All are welcome. Queens Village Branch of public library, 94-11 217 St., (718) 776-6800
Diabetes Support Group – First Thurs. of the month at 6:30-8 p.m. Jamaica Hospital Medical Center private dining area. 718-206-8410.
Employment Preparation – Women's Network, 161-10 Jamaica Ave., Jamaica. 718-657-6200.
Geriatric Psychiatry – First, third Wed. of the month, 1:30-2:30 p.m. Hillside Hospital, Glen Oaks. 718-470-8097.
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren – First Mon. of the month, 7-8:30 p.m. Calvary Baptist Church, 311-10 Guy R. Brewer Blvd. 718-297-2301.
Lesbian/Gay – Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays. Third Sun. of the month. Reform Temple of Forest Hills, 71-11 112th St. 718-271-6663.
Lost Miracles – Bereavement group for those suffering the loss of a newborn or miscarriage. Third Mon. of the month, 7:30 p.m. St. Adalbert's Parish Center, lower cafeteria, 52-40 84th St. 718-429-2005.
Medical Assistance – Arthritis, hip, knee and shoulder joint replacement patient support group monthly free seminar. For information call Mildred or Annette at 718-661-3737 or Susan at 718-286-3810.
Millennium Mom Club – Mommy and baby social hour. Mon., Tues. & Thurs., 9:30 a.m. Starbucks Coffee House, 157-41 Cross Bay Blvd. 718-641-5718.
Overeaters AnoQueensmous – Meeting every Wed. from 1:30-3 p.m. located at 98-27 Metropolitan Ave.
Orthodox Jewish MS – Are you an Orthodox Jewish woman with Multiple Sclerosis? Join the New York City chapter of the National MS Society's professionally run telephone support group for individuals diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. The group talks weekly for 8 weeks, Thursdays 8:30-9:30 p.m.
The first group will meet Thursday June 10. To register or for more information call 212-463-7787, Ext. 3057.
Recovery Inc. – Weekly meetings held Mondays at 5:45 p.m. at the Forest Hills Library, 108-19 71st Ave. Call 718-241-2220.
Renaissance Group – Nonsectarian men and women who lost a loved one. Bellerose Jewish Center. 718-343-9001.
Schizophrenics Anonymous – Meets Sun. 10 a.m. at Long Island Consultation Center, 97-29 64th Rd. Call 718-896-3400.
Self-Help for Hard of Hearing – Last Mon. of the month, 6 p.m., Lexington School for the Deaf, Jackson Heights. 718-264-3017.
Sept. 11 Support – The Reform Temple of Forest Hills, in partnership with the Jewish Board of Family and Children's Services, will offer support an counseling every Wed. from 1-5 p.m. at the temple, 71-11 112 St. Call 718-261-2900
Sexual Abuse/Domestic Violence Victims – Mondays, 5:20-7 p.m. Queens Rape Counseling Center, 71-49 Loubet St., Forest Hills. 718-263-2013.
Sexual Abuse Victims – Wednesdays, 7:30-9 p.m. Queens Rape Counseling Center, 71-49 Loubet St., Forest Hills. 718-263-2013.
