Mothers of Infants
Meet other mothers of infants in this easy-going, supportive and informative group. Each week you will have a chance to mingle, share ideas, and explore questions and concerns of motherhood. The groups are facilitated by L.C.S.W. Nicole Asselta. Take the daytime class and bring your baby or the evening class and leave the baby home.

Sect. Day/Time:
1. W/12:15 - 1:15 pm
2. W/8:00 - 9:00 pm

Starts: February 6
Fee: $200 for 16 weekly classes

Scrapbooking
Chronicle your family's history by learning techniques to organize and preserve treasured photographs in acid-free scrapbooks. Led by Creative Memories consultant, Michelle Bazzini.

Note: An additional fee of $35 for materials is payable to the instructor at the first class. Childcare is provided at the PRC during Monday class. Class is held off-site at the instructor's studio.

Sect. Day/Time Fee
1. M/12:30 - 2:30pm $210
2. M/7:30 - 10:00pm $260

Starts: February 4
Fee: $260 for 16 weekly classes

PRC Book Club
Join us once a month for a lively discussion on novels and memoirs. Click here for a list of books to be discussed.

Note: Childcare is not provided during this class. Group meets at Mi Ranchito on Manorhaven Blvd.

Day/Time: Thur/7:30 - 9:00pm
Starts: February 7
Fee: $25

Tuesday Coffee Talk
This discussion group offers you a chance to express feelings, explore new ways of dealing with the trials and triumphs of motherhood, and take care of yourself. It's a great way for those new to the community to meet other moms. Led by Marcia Levine, LCSW, the group will focus on topics related to children between 1 - 5 years old.

Note: Childcare is available at the PRC. Group meets at Northwinds Coffee Shop.

Day/Time: Tues/10:00 - 11:00am
Starts: February 5
Fee: $180 for 16 weekly sessions

Food Allergy Support Group
This group offers the opportunity for families living with food allergies to share ideas, questions and concerns by attending monthly meetings, exchanging emails and enjoying family events. We will address important topics, such as dealing with summer camp, and host guest speakers, such as allergy and asthma specialist Dr. Robert Corriel. For more information, contact Kelly Sullivan Dennis at 767-2749 or kpkdenn3@optonline.net.

Aprender inglés - English Lessons
Hola amigas. ¿Quisieras poder hablar ingles en la casa con sus niños y vecinos; al trabajo con jefes y colegas; en las tienda con comerciantes; con el dueño de su apartamento; por teléfono con empresas? Vengan y practiquen ingles en situaciones diferentes. Van a mejorarse al hablar ingles y tener mas confianza en si misma. ¡Nos vemos! Trasportación y cuidado de niños están disponibles.

Day/Time: Tues/12:30 - 2:30pm
Starts: February 5
Fee: Llamar la oficina.

Spanish Lessons
Hola amigas. A class in Spanish for all who wish to master basic skills in language whose use is growing dramatically in our country You will enjoy the excitement of being able to converse comfortably with people you meet in your neighborhood, in stores, at work and most importantly, at the Parent Resource Center. Bring a looseleaf notebook and come prepared to learn and have fun. ¡Nos vemos (see you)!

Note: Childcare is available during this class.

Day/time: Tues/3:30 - 4:30pm
Starts: February 5
Fee: $195 for 16 weekly classes

Kickbox/Sculpt Workout
Enjoy a total body workout using a combination of boxing, kickboxing and traditional aerobic skills. We will end each class with body sculpting and stretching. Bring light to medium hand weights and a jump rope. All levels welcomed. Led by certified fitness instructor and registered nurse, Donna Russo.

Note: Childcare is available during Tuesday morning class only.

Sect. Day/Time 1. T/9:30-10:45am
2. W/7:45-9:00am

Starts: February 5
Fee: $180 for 16 weekly sessions
$260 for 32 sessions (twice per week for 16 weeks)

Men's Basketball
Enjoy basketball with open court games. New players rotate in as they arrive and new games begin periodically. New players of all abilities are welcome. For more information, contact Matt Melkonian at melko@att.net.

Note: Men's Basketball is currently full, however we are accepting names for a wait list.

Day/Time: Tues/8:00 - 10:00pm
Starts: Ongoing
Fee: $80 per 12 week session

Parent University (Click for printable schedule)
Check schedule below for day and time.
FREE for members ($10 fee per day for non-members). Phone reservations requested. Questions or to reserve your spot: call the PRC Office at (516) 767-3808

Join us for the PRC's Parent University. Each week a different professional from the health and welfare sector will visit to speak and answer questions about parenting and family issues. Children will play in the same room or be cared for in a different room.

• Wednesday, February 13, at 11:00am
  Topic: Cardio Dance Class
  Need some motivation to get back to the gym? An instructor from the Training Station will lead this free fitness class. (PRC members receive a membership discount at the Training Station, so this is a great opportunity to check them out.)
• Wednesday, February 27, at 11:00am
  Topic: Au Pair Advice for Families
  
  Sandrine Gold serves as a consultant to an Au Pair agency and will provide general suggestions about what to consider when selecting an au pair and how the placement process works.
• Tuesday, March 4, at 10:30am
  Topic: The Child-Safe School
  
  Visiting Scholar at Adelphi University, and Founder and Executive Director of the Grassroots Education Network will discuss school-based environmental issues.
• Tuesday, March 11, at 10:30am
  Topic: Natural Lawn Care
  
  Total Landscape Care will talk about caring for your lawn without the use of pesticides and harmful chemicals.
• Wednesday, March 12, at 6:30-8:00pm
  Topic: Pervasive Developmental Disorders
  
  Rebecca Polimeni, MA and Behavior Consultant, will provide information and resources to help us support friends and classmates experiencing pervasive developmental disorders, such as autism. This session is designed for all parents, not just those who are concerned about their child or those who have been diagnosed.
• Wednesday, March 19, at 11:00am
  Topic: Birth Order: Does It Really Matter?
  
  Tina Rotstein, LCSW, from the North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center, will lead a discussion about how birth order affects our children’s personalities.
• Tuesday, April 8, at 10:30am
  Topic: Healthy School Lunches and Snacks
  
  Back by popular demand, the wonderful crew from Whole Foods Market will provide some ideas for wholesome lunches and snacks on the go.
• Tuesday, April 15, at 10:30am
  Topic: Talking About Bodies
  
  Questions about bodies begin at an early age. How should we answer these queries? Get advice from Planned Parenthood about having age appropriate conversations with your children about bodies and sexuality.
• Wednesday, April 30, at 11:00am
  Topic: Saving For College? Start Today!
  
  David McConn, a financial planner and registered investment advisor dedicated to providing financial advice to anyone regardless of wealth or income, will discuss the rising costs of a college education and the best strategies to save for those costs.
• Tuesday, May 13, at 10:30am
  Topic: Summer Reading
  
  Join the staff from Barnes and Noble for suggestions of summer beach reads for the grownups and great books for the kids.

PRC Parent University 07-08 is funded through a generous grant from the Junior League of Long Island