Bellmore was amongst the first settlements on Long Island around the middle of the 17th century. It has evolved steadily from an agricultural area in to a superior suburb chosen for residence by discerning citizens and home to clusters of business and enterprise. Proximity to the much sought after Jones Beach and a rail road commute of under an hour to downtown New York City, are key advantages of a Bellmore base.

The Reinhard Early Childhood Center plays a crucial role in developing good learning habits in children. It operates a carefully constructed program in accordance with School District principles and methods and prepares its wards for successful academic careers through various School grades. The Winthrop Avenue Primary Center is responsible for Grades 3 and 4 and the Shore Road Intermediate Center takes care of Grades 5 and 6.

The Chamber of Commerce of the Bellmores meets every month with the Fire Department playing host. The member's network with each other over some superbly catered food that is provided by a member. They also discuss local developments and take position on common issues.

Athletics is important to Bellmore residents and it has one of the best running clubs on Long Island. The Bellmore Striders meet more than once a week, have rigorous practice sessions and are passionate about their sport and competition. The Bellmore Kickboxing Academy has a large and modern facility in town with programs for both men and women. The cardio-vascular effect of a workout is as impressive as the Martial Arts aspect. The East Bay Park has courts and picnic spots to suit those who are not in to the jogging and boxing levels of fitness. The Newbridge Road Park has a skating rink and game tables apart from outdoor recreation arrangements.

The Oak Chalet is Bellmore's pride when it comes to dining. The restaurant has its own butchered aged steak and there is plenty of fresh seafood on offer as well in a range that is unmistakably German in orientation. The Mixing Bowl Eatery has a good reputation as well, with its main claim to fame being in terms of the reasonable tab with which diners end a visit. The Brokerage Comedy Club, the Central Ice Bar, Fame's, Effin Gruvin and J. T. Noone's are some of the places in town where people can relax, have a drink and generally enjoy friendly company after dark.

The Bellmore realty market is characterized by a movement to preserve every example of Colonial and Victorian architecture. It is a place for those who value vintage awnings and masterpieces of hand crafts. The close community support and high degree of interaction is also reassuring for newcomers. Homes range form $ 200 thousand for a single-family design to over $ one million for a mansion by the ocean.