Oyster Bay, NY looks like a very quiet town but from all the events that are going on, it does not seem so. Here is the list of things residents and visitors can participate and enjoy themselves.
FRIENDS OF THE BAY LECTURE SERIES
2 Townsend Square (Next to Il Piatto), Oyster Bay
Wednesday, April 1 at 7 pm - Discussion of the Coastal Resilience Project featuring Sarah Newkirk of the Nature Conservancy detailing the tools that can help guide decisions impacting rising sea levels and coastal hazards. Pre-registration not required, but is appreciated (922-6666 or info@friendsofthebay.org). Suggested donation of $5.
WATERFRONT CENTER SPEAKER SERIES
Tuesday, April 14th- The People Side of Sailing (It's Not All About Technology), presented by John Rousmaniere, author of The Annapolis Book of Seamanship, and many other books. The Storrs' residence in Oyster Bay, 8 P.M. To REGISTER and for directions, contact Mary@thewaterfrontcenter.org or call 922-SAIL(7245). Space is limited. $10 donation suggested. Beverages and warm weather topics provided!
OYSTER BAY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Earle-Wightman House, 20 Summit St., Oyster Bay
Continuing to Sunday, April 26th- EXHIBIT: "DEAREST JANE...LOVE L." Jane Bush and Her Love Letters from Habana - Letters and Photographs Documenting the Unusual Journey of an Important Oyster Bay Family. Oyster Bay Historical Society, Earle-Wightman House (20 Summit Street, next to the Italian-American Club). For more information, call 922-5032 or www.oysterbayhistory.org.
OYSTER BAY - EAST NORWICH PUBLIC SCHOOL
Thursday, March 26th - Vernon School Art Gallery, Vernon School, 6 PM to 8 PM.
Friday, March 27th - Sunday, March 29th - Oyster Bay High School Spring Musical: "Annie Get Your Gun", OBHS Performing Arts Center, Friday and Saturday, 8 PM; Sunday - 2 PM.
Friday, April 3rd (12:30 P.M.); Wednesday, April 29th (8 A.M.); Friday, May 1st (10 A.M.); Tuesday, May 12th (8 A.M.) - "Coffee With The Oyster Bay High School Principal". Please call 624-6524 if interested in attending. For more information, visit www.obenschools.org.
Tuesday, April 7th - OB-EN Board of Education Budget Adoption. Oyster Bay H.S. Library, 8 P.M. (624-6500).
Tuesday, May 5th- OB-EN Board of Education Public Budget Hearing. Oyster Bay H.S. Library, 8 P.M. (624-6500).
Tuesday, May 19th- OB-EN School District Public Budget Vote and Trustee Election. Oyster Bay H.S., East Main St., Oyster Bay, NY, 7 A.M. to 9 P.M. (624-6500).
FRIENDS OF THE ARTS CONCERTS:
Sunday, March 29th- The Biava Quartet Coe Hall (Planting Fields Arboretum), Oyster Bay, NY, 2:30 P.M. For information/tickets, 922-0061; www.FOTApresents.org.
PLANTING FIELDS ARBORETUM, OYSTER BAY, NY
Saturday, April 25th and Sunday, April 26th- Arbor Day Festival (celebrating the importance of trees and preservation of the environment). Tree planting ceremonies, free tree seedling giveaways, kids' tree climbing, petting zoo, crafts, wildlife programs, magic shows, music, and other family entertainment. Planting Fields Arboretum, 10 A.M. to 5 P.M.
JOHN A. GABLE LECTURE SERIES:
Thursday, March 26th- The Literary Antecedents of Theodore Roosevelt, presented by Charles Markis, Chief of Interpretation at Sagamore Hill, describing the authors and writings that influenced TR as a young man and throughout his life. Christ Church Parish Hall, East Main St., Oyster Bay, NY, 7:30 P.M. FREE to the public, via Friends of Sagamore Hill (364-1869).
Tuesday, April 28th- Theodore Roosevelt's Use of the Navy in Diplomacy, presented by CDR Henry J. Hendrix II, USN, Ph.D. Commander Hendrix is a Naval Flight Officer, prolific author and National Secretary of the Theodore Roosevelt Association. Christ Church Parish Hall, East Main St., Oyster Bay, NY, 7:30 P.M. FREE to the public, via Friends of Sagamore Hill (364-1869).
Tuesday, May 12th- TR and The Arts of His Time, presented by Mr. Franklin Hill Perrell, Chief Curator of the Nassau County Museum of Art. A lecture and video presentation on art in the time of Theodore Roosevelt. Mr. Perrell is a noted artist, lecturer and foremost authority on art of the "American Gilded Age". Christ Church Parish Hall, East Main St., Oyster Bay, NY, 7:30 P.M. FREE to the public, via Friends of Sagamore Hill (364-1869).
OF INTEREST TO YOUTH:
Saturday, April 4th - Easter Egg Hunt at Theodore Roosevelt Park (via Oyster Bay-East Norwich Boys and Girls Club, and generously sponsored by Mr. and Mrs. Owen T. Smith). 2 hunts that will begin simultaneously- 1 for those in first grade and younger; another for those in grades two and up. FREE and OPEN TO ALL AGES, 12 Noon.
Nominate a Local Student for the Town's "Kid of Distinction" Award, earning each a $500 scholarship. For more information: http://www.obenschools.org/news/Kids%20of%20Distinction.pdf
Sewing Classes for Children. Classes for children 8 and older will be held at the Christ Church Parish Hall on Mondays at 3:30 P.M. under the instruction of Barbara Genco. For more information, call Barbara Genco at 922-6706.
FUNDRAISERS FOR THE CHILDREN OF OYSTER BAY:
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.
Friday, April 3rd- St. Dominic School's Spring Auction. Crest Hollow Country Club, Jericho Turnpike, Woodbury, NY, 7:30 p.m., honoring Sister Mary Helen Slavinskas and Sgt. Patrick J. Hall. For more information and tickets, call 922-4888, ext. 4.
Friday, June 12th- OB-EN Boys and Girls Club Gala Benefit & Auction 2009 (Summer Cruise Theme) at the Clubhouse, Berry Hill Rd., Oyster Bay, NY, 6:30 P.M. For further information, call Camille Mastellone at 922-9285, ext. 16.
HEALTH & WELLNESS EVENTS
Wednesday, April 8th- AMERICAN HEART ASSOC. NATIONAL START! WALKING DAY / TOWN DESIGNATED WALKING PATH. The Town of Oyster Bay (in conjunction with the AHA) has designated a 1-mile walking path throughout the Hamlet. All are encouraged to attend the 11 A.M. kickoff at Fitness Together (123 South Street- Nassau Hall). Prior to the official opening, all will have an opportunity for a FREE health screening at Fitness Together.
Wednesday, April 8th- STROKE PREVENTION SCREENINGS. Immediate results via Precision Screenings Plus- full non-invasive, painless, ultra-sound exams. $50/test; $120 for 3; $140 for all 4 exams. To REGISTER or for more information, call 221-6543. St. Dominic's Church, 8:30 A.M. to 3 P.M.
Saturday, April 18th- NORTH SHORE LAND ALLIANCE'S WALK IN THE WOODS. Explore the plants and wildlife of Upper Francis Pond at the Smithers parcel in Mill Neck with naturalists and Long Island Botanical Society officers Barbara Conolly and Carol Johnston. 9:30 A.M. Space is limited; registration is recommended. To register and for directions, please contact NSLA 626-0908 or andrea@northshorelandalliance.org.
Saturday, April 25th- ANNUAL COMMUNITY WELLNESS AND ANYTHING ON WHEELS WALK, sponsored by Doubleday-Babcock Senior Center and Oyster Bay Cooperative Preschool. Walk or wheel around the Hamlet in strollers, tricycles, skates, or wagons in kicking off the Spring season. Meet at Doubleday-Babcock Senior Center (922-1770), 9 A.M.
Saturday, May 16th- 6TH ANNUAL HEALTH AND FITNESS FAIR (via Chamber of Commerce and State Senator Marcellino). Audrey Avenue.
Friday, June 5th- RELAY FOR LIFE. Memorial Field. For more information, contact Ted Vlavianos- 921-6082, ext. 3024; ted.vlavianos@canger.org.
OTHER EVENTS:
Thursday, March 26th- Lecture: The History of the Muttontown Preserve, featuring Muttontown Village Historian Betty Gilmartin. Jericho Library, 7 P.M. Sponsored by The Muttontown Horsemens Association. Free to all. Refreshments served.
Saturday, April 25th- 62nd Annual Commemorative Service and Pilgrimage in Memory of Theodore Roosevelt (via N.Y.S. League of Masonic Clubs and Matinecock Lodge No. 806). 10 A.M.- Coffee at the Lodge (14 West Main Street); 11 A.M.- Service at the Lodge, with guest speaker Nick LaBella (Youngs Cemetery Caretaker); Pilgrimage after the service to TR's gravesite to lay a memorial wreath; Back to the Lodge for collation. For additional information, call 390-7169.
Saturday, May 2nd- 2nd Annual Smoke N' Steam BBQ Competition (via Oyster Bay Railroad Musuem). BBQ grilling competition, local chili contest, live music, food, and more! Audrey Avenue- outside the Railroad Museum Preview Center (just north of the bandstand/gazebo), 9 A.M. to 4 P.M. For more information and for a chili contest entry form, contact the RR Museum at 558-7036 or www.obrm.org.
Monday, May 18th- "Spring Swing" Invitational Golf Tournament to benefit the Mill Neck Manor School for the Deaf, Early Childhood Center, and Services for Deaf Adults. Brookville Country Club, Chicken Valley Rd., Upper Brookville, NY. To register for golf, dinner only, or to sponsor the event, contact Nancy Leghart- 628-4243.
Sunday, May 31st- Hat Day at the Races, sponsored by Doubleday-Babcock Senior Center (922-1770). All welcome to spend a day (with lunch) at the races/Belmont Park.
English as a Second Language Classes offered via Centro Cultural Hispano of Oyster Bay-East Norwich. 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.
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