: Monday, Sept. 29, Erev Rosh Hashanah, 8 p.m.; Tuesday, Sept. 30, Rosh Hashanah,10 a.m. children's service, 3 p.m.; Tashlich (at Mill Pond) 4 p.m.; Wednesday, Oct. 1, Rosh Hash-anah, 10 a.m.; Wednesday, Oct. 8, Kol Nidre, 6:30 p.m.; Thursday, Oct. 9 Yom Kippur, 10 a.m.; children's service, 3 p.m. ; afternoon service, 4 p.m.; Yizkor, 5:30 p.m.; concluding service, 6:15 p.m. For information, call Mary Cohen at (516) 781-5599.
Community Events
Street festival. The Chamber of Commerce of the Bellmores' 22nd annual Bellmore Family Street Festival will take place at the Bellmore railroad station on Sunrise Highway on Saturday, Sept. 27, from 11a.m to 11p.m., and Sunday, Sept. 28, from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m, with carnival rides from 6 p.m. on Thursday. Sept. 25, and running all weekend. A special character parade will start at noon Saturday and Sunday. Festivities for the whole family will include more than 130 exhibits and attractions featuring a kids expo, crafts fair, military expo, healthy and safety expo, business expo, sports expo, and information and technology expo. Live entertainment, food and refreshments. Free admission and parking. For more information, call the chamber's festival hotline at (516) 679-1875.
Autumn yard sale. The Wantagh Preservation Society will hold its annual autumn yard sale on Saturday, Sept. 27 (raindate Sunday, Sept. 28), from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the museum grounds, 1700 Wantagh Ave. in Wantagh. Crafts, collectibles, new and used items. For information, call Josh Soren at (516) 735-9119.
Chapter anniversary. The Neptune Chapter No. 847 Order of the Eastern Star will celebrate its 70th anniversary this year, back in Bellmore, at its new location, the Parish Hall of St. Mark the Evangelist Episcopal Church, 1692 Bellmore Ave. A celebration is planned for Friday, Oct. 3. Members of the Order of the Eastern Star and F. & A. Masons are invited. Advance tickets are $25. For information, including reservations, call (516) 826-5267.
Annual bazaar. The Bellmore Senior Center, at 2000 Bellmore Ave., will hold its annual bazaar on Saturday, Oct. 4, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. An assortment of items for all members of the family will be offered, including handmade arts and crafts. Refreshments available. Call (516) 221-9696 for information.
Prevention open house. North Bellmore's bravest will host the annual North Bellmore Fire Prevention Open House on Sunday, Oct. 5, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at North Bellmore Fire Station No. 1 at 1550 Newbridge Road, across from Newbridge Road School. Learn about fire prevention and enjoy a range of family-oriented activities. Fire truck rides, free food and prizes, more. Call (516) 409-4703 for more information.
Bellmore Library
'Visiting' theater. The Lantern Theatre will present "Visiting Mr. Green" on Sunday, Oct. 5, at 2 p.m. The story begins as a comedy about two men who resent being in the same room together, and it turns into a poignant drama as they get to know each other. Free tickets available at the reference desk.For information, call (516) 785-6260.
Driving courses. Registration is under way for driving courses. A defensive-driving class with Steve Schwartz will be held on Thursday evenings, Oct. 23 and 30, from 7 to 10 p.m. Fee: $35. AARP Safe Driving Class with Joe Camillery will be held on Thursdays, Nov. 13 and 20, from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Fee: $10. For information, call (516) 785-6260.
Long-term care. Carol Kaplowitz will discuss the benefits of a long-term care policy, in particular how it can help you stay in control of your assets, and give you and your family financial piece of mind. The workshop will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 7, at 7 p.m. For information, call (516) 785-6260.
N. Bellmore Library
Film time. The PG-rated musical comedy "Hairspray," starring John Travolta and Michelle Pfeiffer, will be shown on Thursday, Sept. 25, from 2:45 to 4:45 p.m. For information, call (516) 785-6260.
Simply stronger. A senior fitness program will be held most Tuesdays from Oct. 7 through Dec. 23 at 1:30 to 2:15 p.m. Registration is under way. For specific schedule, call (516) 785-6260.
All about fall. Celebrate fall with stories, crafts and a movie for children ages 3 to 5 on Thursday, Sept. 26, at 9:30 a.m. Register ahead. For information, call (516) 785-6260.
Bellmore Schools
Sept. 23. PTA meeting, Shore Road, 8 p.m.
Sept. 30/Oct. 1. Schools closed.
N.Bellmore Schools
Sept. 30/Oct. 1. Schools closed.
Oct. 2. District's bond fair, Saw Mill Road School, 7:30 p.m.
Oct. 6. North Bellmore Special Education PTA (SEPTA) meeting, 7 p.m., Martin Avenue School.
Oct. 7. Vote on district's $38.9 million bond issue from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m., Newbridge Road School.
Central High School
Sept. 30/Oct. 1. Schools closed.
