As a service to Oyster Bay-East Norwich community and its neighboring villages - Brookville, Muttontown, Oyster Bay Cove, Bayville, Locust Valley, Syosset, Laurel Hollow, Centre Island and Mill Neck, here is a list of events and things of importance which make our communities a nice place to live, work and play.
EVERY Tuesday to September 28th- CRUISE NIGHT (sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce). Audrey Avenue, 5:30 P.M. to 10 P.M.
EVERY Tuesday- OPEN MIKE NITE AT FIDDLEHEADS RESTAURANT, hosted by Mike D'Orio, and featuring many local talents. Fiddleheads Restaurant, 8 P.M. For more information, call 922-2999 or visit http://fiddleheadsnewyork.com/.
EVERY Wednesday to October- SAGAMORE YACHT CLUB SAILBOAT RACING. All are welcome to participate in these evening races within the Oyster Bay and Cold Spring Harbor area. After the races, gather back at the Club for refreshments and stories of that evening's race. It is a great way to begin, whether for a skipper new to racing or a novice just wanting to assist as part of the crew. Open to ALL sailboats of Oyster Bay who register with Sagamore's Race Committee. You do NOT have to be a member of Sagamore Yacht Club to join the Wednesday night racing program. Sagamore Yacht Club, 6:30 P.M. race start-time. For more information, please call Mike at 768-0932.
Wednesday, June 9th to THIS Sunday, June 13th- ST. GERTRUDE'S PARISH FEAST. Centre Island Beach (first right over the bridge). Wednesday and Thursday, 6 P.M. to 10 P.M.; Friday, 5 P.M. to 11 P.M.; Saturday and Sunday, 5 P.M. to 9 P.M. For more information, call 628-1113.
EVERY Thursday- OPEN MIKE NITE AT CANTERBURY ALES, hosted by musician Mike Nugent (currently of The Walkers and formerly of Cadillac Moon). Professional musicians and novices are invited to bring their instruments, voices, and friends to join him on stage or perform by themselves. Canterbury Ales, approx 8:45 P.M. start time. For more information, call Mark at 922-3214; http://www.canterburyalesrestaurant.com.
EVERY Saturday- GREEN / FARMER'S MARKET. Bayville Commons (over the bridge and to the end of the road- on the right). 8:30 A.M. to 12 Noon.
Saturday, June 12th- 5K RUN / HIKE TO BENEFIT SHELTER ANIMALS (sponsored by Mixed Breeds in Need). Funds raised will be used to train and socialize rescued animals to make them more adoptable. There will also be activities for the entire family, as well as animal experts to answer questions. Pets on leashes also welcome- with verification of rabies vaccination. Muttontown Preserve, 12 Noon. For more information and to REGISTER, call 624-0437 or mixedbreedsinneed@yahoo.com.
Saturday, June 12th- MUSIC UNDER THE STARS / COFFEE HOUSE. North Shore Assembly of God, 84 Orchard Street, 7 P.M. For more information, call 922- 2547.
Sunday, June 13th- CONCERT: FIFTH ANNUAL SPRING GALA, featuring the Christ Church Festival Orchestra and Chorus. Also featuring mezzo-soprano Tynan Davis and soprano Carrie Culver. Christ Church, 4 P.M. For more information, call 922-6377.
Monday, June 14th- FLAG DAY. Per Wikipedia.com, Flag Day "...commemorates the adoption of the flag of the United States, which happened that day by resolution of the Second Continental Congress in 1777. In 1916, President Woodrow Wilson issued a proclamation that officially established June 14 as Flag Day; in August 1949, National Flag Day was established by an Act of Congress."
Tuesday, June 15th, June 22nd, and June 29th- NATURE STROLLERS, a caregiver and child program for newborns to age 4. Explore local trails and natural areas in an environment that is stroller and toddler friendly. Each walk is approx. 1 mile and length and will last less than 1 hour. For more information and to REGISTER, call 922-3200 or trsac@audubon.org. June 8th- Bailey Arboretum, Locust Valley; June 15th- Stillwell Woods, Syosset; June 22nd - Planting Fields Arboretum, Oyster Bay; June 29th- Nassau County Museum of Art, Roslyn.
Saturday, June 19th- WATER CHESTNUT PULL AT MILL POND. Volunteers must be at least 10 years of age to participate. Canoes, life jackets/vests (limited), lunch, and refreshments provided. Volunteers are urged to wear shoes and clothing that can get wet (shorts recommended), sunscreen, hat, and insect repellent. Mill Pond (just west of TR Elementary School as heading to Bayville), 9 A.M. For more information, contact Susi Ponce, Wildlife Biologist, at azucena_ponce@fws.gov or call 631-286-0485, ext. 153.
Tuesday, June 29th- RESTAURANT AND WINE TASTING (a fundraiser for the Glen Cove Hospital Auxiliary). Proceeds will go toward the hospital's breast cancer service. The Webb Institute, 6 P.M. to 9 P.M. All tickets must be purchased in advance. For tickets and more information, contact the Auxiliary office at 674-7365 or Julie Albin at 676-6664.
EAST NORWICH CIVIC ASSOCIATION
United Methodist Church (corner of Vernon Avenue and Route 106- just south of Northern Blvd.), Meeting at 7:45 P.M.
- Thursday, June 24th - MEETING
- Thursday, July 22nd - MEETING
- Thursday, August 26th - MEETING
- Thursday, September 23rd - MEETING
- Thursday, October 28th - MEETING
OYSTER BAY CIVIC ASSOCIATION
Italian-American Club, 48 Summit Street, 7:30 P.M.
- Thursday, July 15th - MEETING
- Thursday, September 16th - MEETING
- Thursday, November 18th - MEETING
OYSTER BAY-EAST NORWICH PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
516-624-6500
Wednesday, June 9th- JAZZ FESTIVAL. Oyster Bay High School Performing Arts Center, 7:30 P.M.
Thursday, June 10th- REQUIRED SEMINAR FOR ALL OBHS PROM ATTENDEES: "CHOICES AND CONSEQUENCES", a 90 minute program presented by the Nassau County District Attorney's Office. All attendees must be accompanied by at least 1 parent or guardian. OBHS Performing Arts Center, 7:30 P.M.
Tuesday, June 15th- BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING. OBHS Library, 8 P.M.
NORTH SHORE COMMUNITY CHURCH FOOD PANTRY
209 South Street (just north of Dodds and Eder; 922-7322).
Pantry is open every Saturday for those in need.
Donations sought/available - Pantry needs (including supermarket gift cards).
THEODORE ROOSEVELT SANCTUARY AND AUDUBON CENTER
516-922-3200
http://ny.audubon.org/CentersEdu_TRoosevelt.html
EVERY Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday- CREATURE FEATURE (via TR Sanctuary and Audubon Center). Join a naturalist for a short presentation with a live animal- including hawks, turtles, owls- followed by a question and answer period. TR Sanctuary and Audubon Center, 134 Cove Road, 2 P.M. For more information, call 922-3200.
TR SANCTUARY AND AUDUBON CENTER SUMMER AUDUBON ADVENTURES PROGRAM. With the guidance of the Sanctuary's educators, children from ages 4-12 will hike trails, investigate wildlife, and get an up close encounter with many of the Sanctuary's non-releasable wildlife residents. The program runs from June 28th to September 2nd, Monday to Thursday, 9 A.M. to 2 P.M. Fridays and extended days are optional. For more information, call 922-3200 or visit http://ny.audubon.org/CentersEdu_TRoosevelt.html.
Sunday, June 13th- NATURE WALK: FANTASTIC FERNS. Join Sanctuary caretaker, Blair Broughton, for a morning nature walk to learn about the ancient ferns that carpet the Sanctuary during Summer. TR Sanctuary and Audubon Center, 10 A.M.
Volunteers are sought to help with the upkeep of 15 acres of its wildlife preserve in Oyster Bay Cove. Trail maintenance, wildlife care, office work, fundraising, and education program volunteer opportunities are available. Professional trades welcome for special projects. Contact Anne Winters at 922-3200, ext. 24, or awinters@audubon.org.
WATERFRONT CENTER
516-922-7245
http://www.thewaterfrontcenter.org/
WATERFRONT CENTER JUNIOR SUMMER CAMPS for kids entering 1st grade to 12th grade, running from June 14th to August 27th. For more information, visit http://thewaterfrontcenter.org/youth-programs.cfm, call 922-7245, or email info@thewfc.org.
PROPOSED EASTERN WATERFRONT PLAN is now on the Town website- www.oysterbaytown.com. Scroll down to the lower right and click the link for information.
ST DOMINIC CHURCH
93 Anstice St., Oyster Bay
516-922-4488
ST. DOMINIC SUMMER CAMPS 2010. For more information, visit www.stdoms.org (under "athletics" for the brochure), or contact Michele O'Brien at 922-4888, ext. 5441 or mobrien@stdoms.org.
PANTRY needs (including supermarket gift cards) are in need for our neighbors and can be dropped off at the St. Dominic Social Ministry office (off the parking lot behind the chapel) or the Parish Office (across the street from the chapel) (922-4488, ext. 1277). Monday to Thursday, from 8 A.M. to 3 P.M.
GENTLY USED CLOTHING for children, men and women. St. Dominic Parish Ministry Office (behind the chapel; 922-4488, ext. 1277), Monday to Thursday from 8 A.M. to 3 P.M.
DRIVERS NEEDED. Drivers needed to transport neighbors to medical appointments in Oyster Bay-East Norwich and surrounding areas. Please call St. Dominic Social Ministry (922-4488, ext. 1277).
To transport veterans for clinic appointments at Northport VA Medical Center. For more information, call 631-261-4400, ext. 7183.
To deliver Meals on Wheels to needy neighbors. For more information, call Jane at 922-5217.
BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP (via St. Dominic Parish Social Ministry). Mondays, 1 P.M. to 2:30 P.M.- December 3rd and 10th. The group will be informal and is led by a trained facilitator. For more information, please call the Parish Social Ministry Office at 922-4488, ext. 1277
OYSTER BAY RAILROAD MUSEUM
516-558-7036
http://www.oysterbayrailroadmuseum.org/
Every Saturday - Visit The Oyster Bay Railroad Museum Preview Center - and help them grow. 100-102 Audrey Avenue (just north of the gazebo/bandstand- on the right side).
Volunteers Needed - Preview center volunteers, guides for the turntable/railroad car site (PAID POSITION), carpenters, welders, and other handy personnel(!), photographers, videographers. All assistance welcome. For more information, please call 558-7036.
**PLEASE SUPPORT THEM- http://www.oysterbayrailroadmuseum.org/.
Saturday, June 12th and Sunday, June 13th- COME DOWN TO THE AUDREY AVENUE EXTENSION (north of the bandstand) TO SEE THE POTENTIAL FOR REVITALIZATION OF THIS PORTION OF OUR DOWNTOWN. A variety of events are scheduled over this 2 day period, including the planned substantial renovation of the streetscape leading to and around the historic train station, future home of the OYSTER BAY RAILROAD MUSEUM. For more information, and for a schedule of planned events, visit http://www.oysterbaymainstreet.org/. Audrey Avenue extension (north of the bandstand), 8 A.M. to evening- including, among other things, a farmer's market, pop-up stores, yoga classes, piñatas workshop, BBQ, art class, dance class, and AN OUTDOOR MOVIE ON SATURDAY EVENING (Back to the Future, 8:30 P.M.).
Thursday, June 17th- OYSTER BAY RAILROAD MUSEUM SUMMER SOLSTICE CELEBRATION / FUNDRAISER. Cocktails, buffet dinner, raffles, live music. $75/person. Sponsorship opportunities also available and very much welcome. Checks- for the event and/or for donations- can be made payable to "OB Railroad Museum" and mailed to P.O. Box 335, Oyster Bay, N.Y. 11771. Sagamore Yacht Club, 6 P.M. to 10 P.M. For more information, call 558-7036 or visit www.obrm.org.
SAGAMORE HILL
516-922-4788
Sunday, June 13th- FLAG DAY CONCERT AT SAGAMORE HILL, featuring the Northwind Symphonic Band performing patriotic and American band classics. Blankets and lawn chairs are suggested. Sagamore Hill, 3 P.M. to 5 P.M. For more information, call 922-4788 or visit www.nps.gov/sahi.
OYSTER BAY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
516-922-5032
http://www.oysterbayhistory.org/
Thursday, June 10th- OYSTER BAY HISTORICAL SOCIETY ANNUAL MEETING. All are welcome. The meeting will feature a presentation by Town of Oyster Bay Historian and long-time Society Trustee, John E. Hammond, speaking on the topic of "Researching and Writing Local History." Refreshments served. Matinecock Lodge, West Main Street, 7 P.M.
NORTH SHORE LAND ALLIANCE
516-626-0908
http://www.northshorelandalliance.org/home.htm
Saturday, June 26th- WALK IN THE WOODS: FOX HOLLOW PRESERVE (LAUREL HOLLOW / OYSTER BAY COVE). Explore a variety of forest communities with U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service biologist (and former executive director of Friends of the Bay!) Louise Harrison. Fox Hollow Preserve, 1 P.M. To register and for directions, please contact NSLA at 626-0908 or andrea@northshorelandalliance.org.
Seeking individuals and organizations to help protect and preserve the natural areas that protect our drinking water, including assistance in community outreach, nature walks, stewarding preserves, fundraising and special events, and more. For more information, contact Andrea Millwood at 626-0908 or andrea@northshorelandalliance.org.
PLANTING FIELDS ARBORETUM
516-922-9210
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT PLANTING FIELDS ARBORETUM. The Arboretum and Coe Hall are recruiting volunteers to lead groups of visitors on a new hour-long tour of Coe Hall, as well as to assist in the gift shop, gardens, and greenhouses. Contact Elsa at 922-8670 or eeisenberg@plantingfields.org.
YOUTH AND FAMILY COUNSELING AGENCY OF OYSTER BAY-EAST NORWICH
516-922-6867
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MEETINGS every Monday evening at the Youth and Family Counseling Agency (193A South Street- across from OB Fire Dept., 922-6867), 7:30 P.M. to 8:30 P.M.
SUBSTANCE ABUSE GROUP MEETINGS Monday to Thursday evenings at the Youth and Family Counseling Agency (193A South Street- across from OB Fire Dept., 922-6867). To ENROLL, please call the Agency at 922-6867.
BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF OYSTER BAY-EAST NORWICH
516-922-9285
Friday, June 11th- GALA BENEFIT AND FUNDRAISER TO BENEFIT THE BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB. The Metropolitan (Glen Cove). For more information, contact Camille Mastellone at 922-9285, ext. 16.
BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS AT THE BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF OYSTER BAY-EAST NORWICH. Now open to the general public (i.e. not just for Club members). For more information, contact Bill Waters, childcare director, at 922-9285, ext. 17.
YOUTH EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM, members only, contact Joan Adomsky, ext. 13.
STUDENT JOB OPPORTUNITIES, COLLEGE / JOB INTERVIEW PREP., AND RESUME ASSISTANCE. For more information, contact Joan Adomsky at the Boys and Girls Club of Oyster Bay-East Norwich at 922-9285, ext. 13. Employers interested in listing their job openings can also contact Joan for further information.
REGISTRATION FOR BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS AT THE BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF OYSTER BAY-EAST NORWICH. Now open to the general public (i.e. not just for Club members). For more information, contact Bill Waters, childcare director, at 922-9285, ext. 17.
REGISTER FOR BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB SUMMER CAMP (July 5th thru August 20th). For children in grades K-10, with campers attending camp Monday-Friday, 9 A.M. to 3 P.M., including 3 trips and 2 on-site camp days per week. For more information and to REGISTER, contact Valerie Buscemi at vbuscemi@bgoben.org.
OF INTEREST TO YOUTH:
SEWING CLASSES FOR CHILDREN. Classes for children 8 and older will be held at the Christ Church Parish Hall under the instruction of Barbara Genco. For more information, call Barbara Genco at 922-6706.
FUNDRAISERS FOR LOCAL CHILDREN:
Ongoing - OB-EN Boys and Girls Club Fundraiser: "TEDDY'S FOURTH OF JULY" LIMITED EDITION PRINTS NOW AVAILABLE by local resident and world-renowned artist MORT KUNSTLER. 922-9285 to order a print.
ENROLL IN STOP AND SHOP'S A+ PROGRAM TO BENEFIT THE OB-EN SCHOOL DISTRICT AND/OR ST. DOMINIC SCHOOL BUILDING OF YOUR CHOICE. Register your Stop and Shop card and select the school building you would like your purchases to benefit. At the end of each month, purchase points will be converted to a cash value. A check from Stop and Shop will then be sent to the school district / St. Dominic school, as applicable. Call 877-275-2758 or visit the website below to register your Stop and Shop cards:
The ID numbers below are necessary to complete your registration: Oyster Bay H.S.- 06600, James H. Vernon- 06591, Theodore Roosevelt- 06618, St. Dominic Elementary School- 06038.
OF INTEREST TO SENIORS
DOUBLEDAY-BABCOCK SENIOR CENTER
516-922-1770
EVERY Wednesday- DOUBLEDAY-BABCOCK SENIOR DINNER DISCOUNT AT CANTERBURY ALES. Members of DBSC can enjoy a $12 meal that includes main entree, soft drink, coffee or tea, tax, and gratuity. For more information and to make a RESERVATION, call 922-1770.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED - for assistance in a variety of tasks. For more information, please call 922-1770.
CELIA FLOWER SENIOR CITIZEN FOOD PANTRY and SILVER THREADS CLOTHING SHOP. Food pantry offers a variety of canned goods and non-perishables for those in need of a little extra help, and the clothing shop offers gently used clothing for men and women at gentle prices. Doubleday Babcock Senior Center (922-1770), Wednesday, 10:00 A.M. to 3 P.M.- Food Pantry: Tuesday thru Friday, 10 A.M. to 3 P.M.- Clothing Shop.
N.Y. PRESCRIPTION SAVER CARD. New discount card for New York residents age 50-64 or are Social Security Disabled. Income limit up to $35,000 (single) / $50,000 (married couples not receiving Medicaid). For more information, call 1-800-788-6917.
ADULT DAY CARE SERVICE via DOUBLEDAY-BABCOCK SENIOR CENTER'S "DAY BREAK", including socialization and recreation, respite for caregivers, and exercise. Christ Church Parish Hall, weekdays from 9:30 A.M. to 3:30 P.M. For more information, call 922-1770.
CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP. Doubleday-Babcock Senior Center, alternate Mondays from January 26th to August 10th, 4:30 P.M. to 5:30 P.M. For more information, call Edna at 922-1770.
MUNICIPAL OFFICES.
Town of Oyster Bay Senior Citizens Division- 797-7940; www.oysterbaytown.com (click Town Departments at the top; scroll down and click Community and Youth Services; scroll down and click Senior Citizens Services Division).
Nassau County Senior Citizen Affairs- 227-8900;
http://www.nassaucountyny.gov/agencies/Seniors/index.html.
New York State Office for the Aging- 1-800-342-9871; www.aging.ny.gov.
HEALTH & WELLNESS PROGRAM
INDOOR GOLF LESSONS AT OB-EN BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB. Professional Peter Duvall from Muttontown Golf Club uses golf simulators to compare your swing to professional golfer's swings. One-on-one as well as group drills. For more information, call Kurt LeBright at 922-9285, ext. 20 or www.bgcoben.org.
FREE CANCER SCREENINGS FOR THE UN-INSURED. Free mammograms and cervical cancer screenings for women age 50 and over, and free colorectal cancer screenings for men and women age 50 and over. For more information, call 516-572-3300.
FREE RADIOLOGICAL SERVICES FOR THE UN-INSURED. One Sunday per month, Zwanger-Pesiri Radiology is providing services at no charge to un-insured Long Island residents. For more information and to schedule an appointment, call 631-930-9464 or www.ZPgivebacksundays.org.
SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (SNAP) available for those in need. Visit www.fns.usda.gov/fsp/.
VETERANS HOTLINE. Long Island Crisis Center counselors are available at all times to help veterans and their families cope with post-traumatic stress disorders. For more information, call 679-1111.
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MEETINGS every Monday evening at the Youth and Family Counseling Agency (193A South Street- across from OB Fire Dept., 922-6867), 7:30 P.M. to 8:30 P.M.
CPR AND FIRST AID CLASSES OFFERED. For more information, visit http://oysterbayfd.com/ (under "Community Education" at the top of the page) or contact Pete Hosey at phosey@oysterbayfd.com.
N.Y.S. DONATE LIFE REGISTRY. The registry is a confidential database administered by the N.Y.S. Dept. of Health. By enrolling, you can document your legal consent to become an organ donor. For more information, visit www.DonateLifeNY.org.
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
60 East Main Street
Oyster Bay, NY 11771
ALANON MEETINGS every Wednesday evening at The First Presbyterian Church (across from Doubleday-Babcock Senior Center on East Main Street- 922-5477), 7:30 P.M.
OYSTER BAY-EAST NORWICH PUBLIC LIBRARY
516-922-1212
http://www.oysterbaylibrary.org/Newsite/index.html
PLAY BRIDGE every Monday evening at the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Library, (516-922-1212) 7 P.M. Bring a partner or come on your own. Beginners welcome.
CENTRO CULTURAL HISPANO OF OYSTER BAY-EAST NORWICH
English as a Second Language Classes 3 levels of study are offered: Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced. MORNINGS: Tuesday to Friday, 9 A.M. to 11 A.M.; EVENINGS: Monday to Thursday, 7 P.M. to 9 P.M. For REGISTRATION information, please contact Centro Cultural Hispano at 558-7020.
MORE EVENTS & INFORMATION AT:
FRIENDS OF THE BAY
516-922-6666
OYSTER BAY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
516-922-6464
http://visitoysterbay.com/welcome.jsp
OYSTER BAY MAIN STREET ASSOC. 516-922-6982
http://www.oysterbaymainstreet.org/
RAYNHAM HALL MUSEUM
516-922-6808
http://www.raynhamhallmuseum.org/
Copyright © 2010. By Rosalinda Morgan, "The Rose Lady". All rights reserved. *OYSTER BAY - EAST NORWICH COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARD - JUNE 2010*
If you are interested in selling or buying a home in Brookville, Muttontown, Oyster Bay, East Norwich, Oyster Bay Cove, Syosset, Laurel Hollow, Bayville, Centre Island and Mill Neck,
please contact Rosalinda Morgan, "The Rose Lady".
Ph - 516-385-0584
Email - linda@rosalindamorgan.com
Website - www.rosalindamorgan.com
