Rainy Day Idea Guide for Bellmore

Sure it's summer and you'd rather be at the beach, but when it's dreary and wet instead of sunny and dry, a change of plans is in order. Here's a list of some indoor activities for both adults and children. These places in Bellmore will get you get out of the house while keeping dry.

Newbridge Arena

Newbridge Road Park's indoor ice skating rink is a sure way to keep cool in the summer. They are offering a summer special of $5 admission and $2 skate rental. Children under 5 are free when accompanied by a paying adult.

Bellmore Playhouse

The village's largest movie house, Bellmore Playhouse is playing an array of movies for whatever your cinematic mood. Admission is $10 for adults and $7 for children. Eat Pray Love, Scott Pilgrim vs. the World, The Expendables, Inception, The Other Guys, Vampires Suck or Nanny McPhee Returns. Click here for showtimes.

SportsPlex

This 16,000-sq. ft. facility is packed with tons of athletic activities - batting cages ($2.50 for 20 pitches), a pro-spec pitching mound ($20 for 30 minutes) and courts galore. There's also video games, air hockey, pool tables and ping pong ($7 for 30 minutes).

Creative Corner

Kids and adults alike can express themselves at Creative Corner. Just pick your ceramic pottery piece (offered at varied prices) and use brushes, sponges and stamps to make your masterpiece. Prices include firing. Or try your hand at their glass fusing projects., including bowls, tiles, picture frames or jewelry.

All American Gymnastics

Let the kiddies burn some energy (and you too as you chase after them) at this full service gymnastics center. Call 409-0300 for a schedule of classes.

Paint Me a Picture

This creative place for budding artists is offering an end of summer drop-off camp artshop. The 10 a.m.-1 p.m. session includes pizza is $35 per day and the 2 to 5p.m. session includes a snack and is $30 per day.