The North Bellmore-North Merrick Little League is holding its second annual Toy and Donation Drive, asking for clothing and unwrapped new toys for the Salvation Army and cash or supermarket gift certificates for local families in need. Donations can be made on Friday, Dec. 12, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 13, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Gunther Clubhouse at Bellmore Avenue and Logue Street in North Bellmore. For information, call Jerry Marino (516) 781-7220.
Christmas boutique. St. Mark the Evangelist Episcopal Church, at 1692 Bellmore Ave. in North Bellmore, will host a Christmas boutique on Saturday, Dec. 13, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Children’s craft times also offered. All welcome. For information, call (516) 592-0441.
Breakfast with Santa. Reservations are now being taken for Breakfast with Santa at A Taste of Home bakery, 2016 North Jerusalem Road, on Saturday, Dec. 13 and Sunday, Dec. 14, at 8:30, 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Children 10 and under, $8.50; ages 11 to adult, $12.95. For information, call (516) 486-1670.
Gingerbread Houses. Reservations are now being taken for Gingerbread House Night from Wednesday, Dec. 10 through Tuesday, Dec. 16 (excluding Sunday, Dec. 14) at A Taste of Home bakery, 2016 North Jerusalem Road, on Saturday, Dec. 13 and Sunday, Dec. 14, at 4 and 7 p.m. Family packages for four, $47.95. For information, call (516) 486-1670.
Holiday carols. The Wantagh Preservation Society will host its annual Holiday Carol Sing-A-Long on Sunday, Dec. 14, at 2 p.m. at the museum, 1700 Wantagh Ave. Everyone is asked to bring a non-perishable food item for donation to Island Harvest. All welcome. For more information, call Josh Soren at (516) 735-9119.
Lessons and carols. A musical highlight of the year for St. Barnabas Parish performed at the church at 2320 Bedford Ave. on Sunday, Dec. 14, at 7 p.m. For information, call (516) 785-0054.
SEAS Nativity. St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Regional School’s annual Christmas concert and live re-enactment of the Nativity will be held at St. Barnabas Roman Catholic Church, 2320 Bedford Ave., on Wednesday, Dec. 17, at 7 p.m. For information, call (516) 785-0054.
Guardian Brain holiday party. The Guardian Brain Foundation, headquartered in Bellmore, will hold a holiday party at its next monthly Care Together support group meeting for patients with brain tumors and their families at the North Bellmore Public Library from 7 to 9 p.m. on Dec 16. Call (631) 271-3292 for more information.
Holiday decorating contest. The Chamber of Commerce of the Bellmores is sponsoring its annual holiday home decorating contest for local residents. The categories include Most Lights, Most Creative and Most Decorated. For details and to enter, contact the chamber at (516) 679-1875 or e-mail BellmoreCC@aol.com. Include your name, address and telephone number. All entries must be received by Wednesday, Dec. 17.
Menorah lighting. The Chamber of Commerce of the Bellmores will hold its annual menorah lighting on Sunday, Dec. 21, at 6 p.m. at the Long Island Rail Road station. All welcome. For more information, call (516) 679-1875.
New Year’s Eve Party. A New Year’s Eve Gala Celebration at Temple B’nai Torah, at 2900 Jerusalem Ave., will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 31, from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. Includes DJ, dancing, food, open bar, noisemakers, etc. $75 for members, $ 80 for non-members. $10 extra per person for sit-down service. For information, call the temple at (516) 221-2370 or Ben at 322-8130.
Bellmore Library
(516) 785-2990
Twilight party. All welcome to join in on Thursday, Dec. 11, at 6:30 at the Merrick Library for a “Twilight Party” to talk about favorite Stephanie Meyer books and the movie “Twilight.” Refreshments, raffles offered. Jointly sponsored.
Build a buddy. Youngsters in grades six through 12 are invited to build a large plush animal at a workshop on Thursday, Dec. 18, at 7 p.m. Fee is $12.
N.Bellmore Library
(516) 785-6260
About Medicare. The ABC & Ds of Medicare workshop will be offered on Sunday, Dec. 14, from 2 to 4 p.m. to help you become more familiar with the different parts of Medicare and how to take advantage of the benefits to which you are entitled. Register ahead.
Book discussion. Discuss the book “When Madeline was Young” on Monday, Dec. 15, from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Pick up the book at the reference desk.
Glam nails. Young adults in grades six to 12 can learn how to manicure, decorate and take care of their nails with the advice of a licensed nail technician on Tuesday, Dec. 30, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Materials fee is $5, which includes nail care kit.
Twilight party. All welcome to join in on Thursday, Dec. 11, at 6:30 at the Merrick Library for a “Twilight Party” to talk about favorite Stephanie Meyer books and the movie “Twilight.” Refreshments, raffles offered. Jointly sponsored.
Bellmore Schools
Dec. 18. Board of Education meeting, Winthrop Avenue School, 8 p.m.
Dec. 24 - Jan.2. Holiday recess.
N.Bellmore Schools
Dec. 11. Board of Education meeting, Martin Avenue School, 8 p.m.
Dec. 12. John Dinkelmeyer School PTA meeting, 8:45 a.m.; Park Avenue School PTA meeting, 7 p.m.
Dec. 24 - Jan.2. Holiday recess.
Central High School
Dec. 15. Financial Aid Night, Kennedy High School, 7 p.m.
Dec. 24 - Jan.2. Holiday recess.
