School's comedy fundraiser. The Newbridge PTA will hold their first Comedy Night Fundraiser at the Brokerage in Bellmore. The fundraiser will replace the PTA's annual auction this year. Prizes will be raffled between comedy routines. Only adults 21 and over may attend, and a two drink minimum will apply. All funds raised go to PTA sponsored educationally enriching programs. The fundraiser will be held on Sunday evening, Feb. 12, at 5 p.m.. Tickets are $15 per person, first come first serve. NO TICKETS WILL BE SOLD AT DOOR. For tickets, call Jeff a.s.a.p. at (516) 221-6733.


Filing tax grievances. Nassau County Legislator Dave Denenberg will present forum on how to file a tax grievance with the Assessment Review Commission. Experts will be present at the meeting and answer related questions. The forum will be held Wednesday, Feb. 8, at the Merrick Library.


Local teens play the Tilles Center. Several area teens will play with Nassau-Suffolk Performing Arts at the Tilles Center for the Performing Arts on Feb. 12. The Wind Symphony and Concert Band will perform at 2 p.m., and the Jazz Band, Jazz Ensemble and Vocal Jazz Ensemble will perform "An Evening of Jazz," at 7 p.m. Soloist John Marshall from L.I. blues band "Cadillac Moon" will perform with the Jazz Ensemble. Tickets are $20 general admission, $10 for students and seniors. For tickets, call the Tilles Box office at (516) 299-3100.


Mammography testing. Mammography testing has come again to the district of Legislator Dave Denenberg. The van for mammography testing will be stationed at the following locations between 8:30 a.m. and 2:10 p.m.: on Wednesday, March 29 at the Wantagh Library; Tuesday, April 18 at Cure of Ars Church in Merrick; Thursday, May 25, 2006 at North Bellmore Library; Wednesday, June 28 at North Merrick Library.


Testing is free for women over 40, any insurance is accepted. Those who have health insurance must bring a prescription. Testing is free for those without insurance. Bring photo ID. Appointments necessary. To make an appointment or for more information, call (516) 571-6219.


PTA seeks donations for auction. The Dinkelmeyer School PTA is looking for local merchants, corporations and professionals who are interested in donating products for baskets or sponsorship of a grand prize at their fund-raiser dinner auction. The auction will be held at Chateau Briand on Wednesday, March 15. Money raised benefits the children's educational experience. To help, or for more information, email dinkptaauction@hotmail.com, or call (516) 565-5045.


Local Science Olympiad. The Science Olympiad will be held Saturday, Feb. 11 at Kellenberg High School. The Olympiad is a full day event, with an award ceremony around 5 p.m. Nearly 1,000 students compete.


K of C hosts Polish night. The Bellmore Knights of Columbus will host a Polish night and St. Valentine's dance on Saturday, Feb. 11, from 8 p.m. to midnight. The night will include a Polish-american variety band and a delicious Polish meal. The cost is $30 per person. For reservations, call John at (516) 826-2168, or Joe at (516) 221-8175.


Theater at The Stage. The farce "Lend Me A Tenor" will play until Feb. 5, Saturdays at 8:30 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m., with one performance on Thursday, Jan. 19 at 8 p.m. "Cole" will be performed from Feb. 11 through March 12, Saturdays at 8:30 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m. with one performance on Thursday, Feb. 23 at 8 p.m. Tickets for both shows are $18, senior citizens and students $14 for the Friday and Sunday shows. For further information, call (516) 868-6400.


Mothers Center still enrolling. The Sunrise Mothers Center is accepting late enrollment for its Time for Two program. In Time for Two children 9 months to 3+ years and an adult companion (parent/grandparent/guardian) enjoy quality time together with arts and crafts, story time, games, song and more. A new class for children 9 months to 15 months has just been added. Classes follow the schedule of Bellmore schools. To register or for more information, call (516) 781-8946.


Donations needed for Veterans. The North Bellmore American Legion will visit the Northport Veterans Association on Saturday, Feb.11. The legion asks for donations to bring to the veterans. Items needed include: sweatshirts, socks, stamps,nail clippers, toothpaste, toothbrushes, denture tabs and adhesive, soap, baby shampoo, shaving cream,disposable razors, phone cards, combs and laundry detergent.


AARP meeting. The Bellmore-Merrick chapter of AARP, which meets at 7:30 p.m. in the east Cafeteria of Mepham High School, will host its annual Horse Races Program. The program is for all to enjoy and refreshments will be available. For more information, call (516) 785-3337.

Bellmore Library

Valentine's crafts. On Tuesday Feb. 7, at 4:30 p.m. children ages 4 and up can participate in craft time at the library. Children will create a Valentine's card pouch. Register now. Limit 15.


children can also participate on Saturday, Feb.11 at 3 p.m. in the Cupid Bear Stuffed Animal Craft. Register Monday, Feb. 6. Ages 5 and up. Limit 10.

N. Bellmore Library

Read and discuss. Book discussions are held at the library Mondays, 1:30-2:30 p.m. in the Community Room. Books must be reserved in advance, and discussions are led by Sara Jane Berman. Discussion books can be reserved on an ongoing basis.

Bellmore Schools

Feb. 2. Grand Avenue Middle School PTSA meeting, 7:30 p.m. in the school's west cafeteria. Principal Didden and administrative staff will discuss the transition of eighth-graders into high school.


Feb. 7. Bellmore Board of Education work session, Winthrop Avenue, 7 p.m.


Feb. 9. Grand Avenue grade 6 parent orientation, 7 p.m.

N.Bellmore Schools

Feb. 7. PTA meetings at Saw Mill, 7:30 p.m., and at Newbridge, 8:30 a.m.


Feb. 9. Board of Education meeting at Martin Avenue, 8 p.m.

Central High School

Feb. 2 Middle School PTA meetings, 7:30 p.m.


Feb. 6. PTA council meeting, 7:30 p.m.


Feb. 7. SEPTA meeting, Merrick Avenue Middle School, 7:30 p.m.


Feb. 8. Kennedy Variety Show, 7:30 p.m.


Feb. 9. Middle School 6th-grade parent orientation, 7 p.m.

High School Sports

Central High School District varsity athletic teams will play the following home games this week:


Kennedy Cougars: Feb. 7, boys' basketball vs. East Meadow at 7 p.m.; Feb. 3, girls' basketball vs. Elmont at 7 p.m.


Calhoun Colts: Feb. 7, boys' basketball vs. Mac Arthur at 6:30 p.m.; Feb. 3, girls' basketball vs. Syosset at 4:30 p.m.


Mepham Pirates: Feb. 7, boys' basketball vs. Syosset at 4:30 p.m.; Feb. 14, girls' basketball vs. Long Beach at 4:30 p.m.