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Walking Tour
Saturday, August 8

Credit 101
Wednesday, August 12

Oyster Bay Sundown
Thursday, August 13

Saturday, August 8

Walking Tour

Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, 1 Bungtown Rd., Cold Spring Harbor, invites the community to a guided walking tour of its historic buildings and botanical landscape. The tour focuses on CSHL’s historic architecture and its Nobel Prize legacy and provides a peek into the cutting edge scientific research taking place. The tour will also cover the indoor and outdoor art works featured on the 117 acre shore-side campus. The tours are primarily outdoors and take place regardless of weather conditions. Areas include stairs and steep hills and are not recommended for people who have difficulty walking. Tours assemble at 10 a.m. in the Grace Auditorium lobby. Reservations are required at least seven days in advance and a minimum of 10 participants are required for each tour. There is a non-refundable tour fee of $5 per person that can be paid in advance or on arrival. Payment can only be made by cash or check and checks should be made payable to Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory. Call 367-6895. Also on Aug. 15, 22, 29.

Reach for the Stars Teen Talent Finals

Nassau County’s teen talent contest, Reach for the Stars, will hold its finals at Eisenhower Park’s Lakeside Theatre. Radio Disney personalities will host the show, which will begin at 7:15 p.m. Admission is free. Twenty-five Nassau County teenagers were chosen as finalists from an audition pool of 68 contestants. A panel of judges, including former Reach for the Stars winner and American Idol finalist, Kevin Covais, and professionals in the music and entertainment industry, will have the job of choosing the winners from a very talented group of young vocalists. Call 572-0200. The finalists include: Jacklyn Collins, 16, and Molly Lynch, 14, of Bayville.

The Taming of the Shrew

Presented by A Small Company In America. Directed by Scott E. Jarvis of Port Washington with a great cast of new and veteran ASCIA members. The cast includes John F. Anderson (Sea Cliff), Susan L. Blake (Glen Cove), Courtney Connolly (Rockville Centre), Jesse Lee Combs (Lindenhurst) Arielle Harding (Mill Neck), Anthony Mattera (Holbrook), Ashley Mattera (Holbrook), Karl K. Melissen (Deer Park), Greg Moller (Levittown), Brian Rossi (Levittown), Michael Schlapp (West Hempstead), Paul Wallace (Franklin Square) and Stephen T. Wagner (Hicksville). This production will be presented at New York Institute of Technology’s Old Westbury Campus, in Salten Hall, Northern Blvd. Dates: Saturdays, Aug. 8, 15, 22, 29 at 8 p.m.; Sundays, Aug. 9, 16, 23 at 3 p.m.; Fridays, Aug. 14, 21, 28 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $20 for evenings; $18.00 for matinees; with a senior discount of $2 off each ticket; student and children’s tickets always $10. Call 686-7894.

Wednesday, August 12

Credit 101

Your credit score is your key to getting approved for loans as well as qualifying for lower interest rates. Useful for adults as well as teenagers going off to college, this free presentation will include important information about credit cards, credit reports and credit scoring. Learn what makes up your credit score and how to improve the score you already have as well as ways to stay out of debt, how to avoid being a victim of identity theft, and helpful hints to avoid common scams. 7 p.m. at the Cold Spring Harbor Library, 95 Harbor Rd., Cold Spring Harbor. For more information or to register, call 631-692-6820.

Summer Fest Concert In the Park

Crosby, Stills and Nash on behalf of the UJA Federation of LI, NY, presents a private Summer Fest Concert from 6:30 to 10 p.m. at Planting Fields Arboretum. This event is for donors of $500 or more to the UJA 2010 Campaign; $500 per couple ( includes cocktail party ). Respond to Bari Ziegel 677-1830 ziegelb@ujafedny.org or Jodi Faden 677-1852 fadenj@ujafedny.org. 18 or older invited to attend. Alcohol served to 21 or older.

Thursday, August 13

Oyster Bay Sundown

Featuring the Strummin’ and Drummin’ Show, a one-of-a-kind kids music show. Pack a picnic, bring a blanket or lawn chairs for seating and bring the family to Planting Fields for an evening of fun, children’s activities and live music. The Main Greenhouse and first floor of Coe Hall will be open. 6 to 8 p.m. All activities are free. In case of rain, the event will be held in the Planting Fields Visitor Center. For reservations call Tracy Potavin 922-8676 or email tpotavin@plantingfields.org.

Interior Design Workshop

Develop your interest in interior design with Deborah Batterson from the Metropolitan Institute of Design. Explore the color wheel, complimentary color schemes, six elements of design, furniture styles of today and more. 7 p.m. at the Cold Spring Harbor Library, 95 Harbor Rd., Cold Spring Harbor. For more information or to register, call 631-692-6820.

Friday, August 14

Chocolate Fondue And Champagne

See the exhibition Chocolate: A Dip into History and enjoy an evening of chocolate fondue, champagne and conversation at Coe Hall, Planting Fields. Henry B. Joyce will lead tours of the exhibition throughout the evening. 7:30 to 9 p.m. For reservations call Michelle Benes 922-8682 or email mbenes@ plantingfields.org. Admission $20 nonmembers; $10 members.

Saturday, August 15

North Shore Land Alliance

Join North Shore Land Alliance and Trout Unlimited’s Jeff Plackis Stream Walk. Likely stops include the Oyster Bay Mill Pond, Beaver Brook,and Cold Spring Brook. Learn about what habitat characteristics attract brook trout and other fish. Be prepared to get your feet wet. 10 a.m. Space is limited so registration is requited. To register and for directions contact North Shore Land Alliance 626-0908 or andrea@northshorelandalliance.org.

Sunday, August 16

Nature Walk

Presented by Muttontown Preserve, Muttontown Ln., south of 25A, in East Norwich. Enrollment ($5) is limited and preregistration is required by calling 571-8500 weekdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The walk will begin at the Bill Paterson Nature Center on the preserve. Call 572-0200. Aug. 16: “Explore the Ruins.” Explore the history of the Muttontown Preserve, including the ruins of a former estate once owned by King Zog of Albania. 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Kittens/Cats Adoption Day

Held by Last Hope Animal Rescue from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Petco, Jericho Tpke., Syosset. Kittens and cats. Tested, neutered/spayed, vaccinated. Gifts with every adoption. Call 921-0722 (Petco) or 297-5556. Go to Lasthopeanimalrescue.org.

Thursday, August 20

Gigantic Rummage Sale

Discover treasures at the OB-EN Boys & Girls Club’s gigantic rummage sale This event will feature gently-used items such as clothing and accessories, household items, appliances, books, toys, jewelry and more. 4 to 8 p.m. at 1 Pine Hollow Rd. Cash only. Rain or shine. Also on Aug. 21 from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Aug. 22 from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. For information, call 922-9285, ext. 16.

Upcoming Events

Children’s Summer Workshops

All classes will be held from 9:30 a.m. to noon at Raynham Hall Museum, 20 W. Main St. Call 922-6808. Small class sizes and a caring and unique environment for your child. Children, ages 5 to 12, will experience history hands-on with museum educators and special guests for an unforgettable experience. Family members $125 per session; non-family members $175 per session. Family memberships $45 per year. Refunds granted only if submitted 14 days ahead of the start of the workshop.

•Aug. 10-14: Flowers, Frills and Lace: Victorian Finishing School. Discover the crafts of the Victorian period. Make jewelry, learn to arrange flowers, paint fans and more. Ages 5 to 12.

•Aug. 17-Aug. 21: Raynham Hall Hoopla. Discover history with a sampling of activities from the Colonial and Victorian periods. Baking, old-fashioned games and crafts make the past come alive. Ages 5 to 12.

At the Whaling Museum

Located on Main St., Cold Spring Harbor. Call 631-367-3418:

•Aug. 9: Bubble Mania. Go bubble beserk. Have fun with hands-on bubble experiments. Discover how whales use bubbles to hunt and create your own bubble art. Fun for families. Ages 5 to 95. Members $3; others $8 (includes museum admission).

•Aug. 10: Sounds of Our Ocean. Try a sound experiment, touch a hissing roach and make an ocean sound craft. Noon. Fun for families. Ages 5 to 95. Members $3; others $8 (includes museum admission).

•Aug. 12: Water Workshop. Did you know paper is made using a great deal of water? Go green and try your hand at making recycled, earth-friendly paper. 1:30 p.m. Fun for families. Ages 5 to 95. Members $3; others $8 (includes museum admission).

•Annual T-Shirt Decorating Workshop. Bring a T-shirt and jazz it up with glitter and paint. Good Project Runway practice. Fun for families. Ages 5 to 95. Members $3; others $8 (includes museum admission).

•Aug. 16: Woodcarving Demo. Sal Polisi from South Street Seaport demonstrates his beautiful woodcarving craft and techniques. 1 to 5 p.m. For families. Free with admission.

•Aug. 18: Tuesday Tots. Stop by for a story, fun seashell craft, exploration and open playtime. For preschoolers. Members free; others $3 for grownup and tot.

•Aug. 19: Water Workshop Wednesday. Explore and touch beach discoveries up close and color your own beach ball. Fun for families. Ages 5 to 95. Members $3; others $8 (includes museum admission).

•Aug. 22: Walking Tour. Learn the 19th century village legends. Light rain or shine. For adults and families. Members $3; others $8 (includes museum admission).

Golf/Tennis Tournament

The 18th Annual Golf and Tennis Tournament, hosted by the National Foundation for Human Potential, has been rescheduled for Sept. 24 at The Creek, Locust Valley, honoring Barbara Lehrer, The Beacon Group. For more information call 870-1661.

Freeport H.S. Class of 1959 50th Reunion

Member of the Freeport High School Class of 1959 have planned a gala weekend to celebrate their 50-year reunion from Sept.11 to 13. Begins Friday night with a meeting at E.B. Elliot’s on the Nautical Mile to renew old acquaintances. Saturday will find the group at Jones Beach Field 6 or at Museum Row riding Nunley’s Carousel once more, in the bleachers at the Freeport vs. Oceanside football game or just riding around the village visiting old haunts. At 7 p.m. converge at the Freeport Yacht Club for dinner and enjoyment of music of the ‘50s. Before starting home on Sunday, groups will meet at local diners for farewells over brunch. For more information go to http://web.me.com/fhsclassof59reunion/Site/Welcome.html or contact Pat (Lowenthal) Cohen: larrypat13@yahoo.com or 766-5509. Paid reservations must be received by Sept. 1.