Community Corner
About Town: Events In and Around Rye
From Wellness Wednesdays to Livestrong Programs, and from Mah Jongg doubleheader to Teen, Ladies and Cafe Nights, lots going on hereabouts
Tuesday
Don't forget Tuesday night's free musical shows at 7:30 p.m. at Rye Town Park with this week's show featuring Yonkers-based bandleader and flute player Carlos Jimenez and the Mambo Dulcet. The group includes guitarists, percussionists and other instruments, ole!
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Upcoming and Ongoing Dance Note: TANGOLAB, beginner classes in Argentine Tango with instructor Jill Doornick to start at Rye Recreation Center, 281 Midland Ave. Information: 967-7826.
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Wednesday
“Get Active after Cancer” is the theme of Wednesday’s Wellness program, 7- 8 p.m. in the Child Care Room at the Y.
The session will offer advice on ways to improve the function of the immune system and help control weight which can influence the risk of cancer recurrence and survival.
Studies show that exercise improves long-term survival and quality of life by reducing fatigue, enhancing self-esteem, improving fitness and reducing stress.
Additional Y programs for cancer survivors are in the planning stages, including the launch “Livestrong at the Y,” a joint collaboration between Y-USA and the Livestrong Foundation, the survivor network started by cycling champion and cancer survivor Lance Armstong.
The free 12-week pilot program, open to members and non-members, starts July 26 and will meet Tuesdays and Thursdays 1:15-2:30 p.m. at the Y.
The goal of the program is to help participants regain their health and well-being through physical activity and support in small group settings. The aim is to build muscular strength and endurance, carsiovascular endurance, increase flexibility and ultimately improve quality of life.
Further information: Livestrong@ryeymca.org.
Also on tap: Cafe at the Y Friday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the upstairs lounge. Program features live music, socialization opportunities and lots of coffee. Information: 967-6363.
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Wednesdays (and Fridays) fireworks start at 9:15 p.m. at Rye Playland with the pyrotechnics blasting off at same time, same place throughout the summer.
Thursday
Regina Klenosky, Mah Jongg teacher and player for more than 35 years, will be on hand 11 a.m.- noon at Rye Free Reading Room to instruct participants on the basics of play: passing tiles, using essential strategies and making tactical bets. Program continues Thursdays– same time, same place– through August 11.
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The local Mah Jongg craze continues with a day-night, tax-deductible double header at the Community Synagogue of Rye, 200 Forest Ave.
All playing levels will be accommodated at the two sessions. The first runs from 12:30–2:45 p.m. Part two takes place from 7:30 to 9:45 p.m. with snacks, a raffle and bonuses for the winners.
For reservations or more information: 921-4055 or 939-7070.
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Michael Negrelli will instruct a two-part intermediate computer class from 10 a.m. – noon this Thursday and next. Called ”Summer Fun: Using the Internet for Pleasure and Information,” it takes place in the Raho Tech Center. Its focus is on accessing websites for movies and reviews, music, internet shopping, making online reservations and doing people searches. Social networking and podcasting will also be covered.
Basic computer knowledge is necessary; space is limited. Further information: 231-3161. Upcoming: Power Point Presentations, August 9, from 10 a.m. to noon with the emphasis on creating digital slide presentations with text, design templates, video and graphics.
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Thursday night is Tiki Teen Night at the Pier Restaurant and Tiki Bar at Rye Playland with music and food served up from 7–11 p.m. Every Thursday is Ladies Night with drink specials, raffles and music at 1 Playland Parkway.
