The Bellmore Lions Club is sponsoring its Antiques, Collectibles and Handicrafts Flea Market at the Bellmore train station on Sunday, June 17, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Proceeds will go to local charities. To become a vendor or for information, call (516) 785-0222.
Spring Fling for Pets. The Freeport Animal Shelter at 2 Rider Place, South Freeport, invites everyone to join in its Spring Fling on Saturday, June 9 (rain date June 10), from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Silent auction, kids¹ activities, craft and merchandise sales, refreshments, much more. Call (516) 378-4340 or (516) 526-0235 for more information.
Israel Bonds reception. Temple Beth-el, at 1373 Bellmore Road in Bellmore, invites the community to honor its Ritual Vice President Harry Miller and his wife, Carin, at a State of Israel Bonds dessert reception on Thursday, June 7, at 7:30 p.m. For more information and reservations, call Robert Leichtung at (212) 446-5836.
Spring crafts fair. The Temple Beth El of Bellmore Sisterhood will present its Spring Crafts and New Merchandise Fair on Sunday, June 10, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event will take place outdoors on the front grounds of the former Jerusalem Avenue Junior High School (currently a BOCES School) at Jerusalem Avenue and Newbridge Road in North Bellmore. New and custom-made merchandise as well as food vendors will be featured. Admission and parking are free. Call (516) 826-0765 for more information.
Civic association meeting. The North Bellmore Civic Association will meet on Monday, June 11, in North Bellmore Public Library¹s community room at 7 p.m. If you have a community issue you would like discussed or addressed, the association encourages you to attend.
Town wellness fair. The Town of Hempstead is hosting its annual Health and Wellness Fair for seniors on Thursday, June 14, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Lido Beach Town Park. Free health screenings, presentations and more. Free transportation is available from the town¹s 16 senior centers. For information, call (516) 485-8100.
Rabbi honored. Shaarei Shalom-The East Bay Reform Temple at 2569 Merrick Road, Bellmore invites the community to join in honoring Rabbi Paul Kushner on a special occasion. Join in worship at services on Friday, June 15, at 8 p.m. and enjoy an elaborate Oneg Shabbat following services. For information, call (516) 781-6599.
Boating course. The Hempstead Bay Power Squadron will offer ²America¹s Boating Course² at the Dockmaster/Community Room in Wantagh Park for five weeks starting Tuesday, July 10, at 7:30 p.m. Approved by New York State to fulfill the personal watercraft requirement for adults and youngsters, the course covers boat handling, required equipment, safety standards, navigation rules and emergencies, among other topics. The fee is $35. For information or to register, call Ann Wellander at (516) 293-7773.
Bellmore Library
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