Friday, March 25
Opera Night
Bringing together Long Island’s finest singers, chamber musicians, and costume designers. 7:30 p.m. Chamber Music. 8 p.m. Opera Night at Christ Church, 65 E. Main St., Oyster Bay. $15 donation.
Saturday, March 26
Amanda Styles Cirelli Foundation Fundraising Gala
To benefit Amanda Styles Cirelli Foundation – providing funding to pediatric cancer research). $125/person includes dinner, open bar, entertainment, raffle and silent auction. Sponsorship opportunities also available. 7:30 p.m. at The Metropolitan, Glen Cove). For more information, and for tickets, visit www.ASCFoundation.com.
Live Music: Shore Thing
Classic rock, southern, R & B. Held to benefit the Life Enrichment Center. $10/person ($15 at the door), with food and beverages for additional purchase. 7 p.m. a the Life Enrichment Center. Music at 8 p.m.For more information, and for tickets, call 922-1770.
Seminar and Book Signing
Fishing on Long Island. Join the fun at the hatchery for a seminar on where and what to fish for on Long Island at 1 p.m. at the Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery & Aquarium, 1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor. The guest speaker is award-winning author and photographer Tom Schlichter. Tom has written over 3,000 articles for both local and national magazines. A book signing featuring Long Island’s Best Freshwater Fishing will follow the talk. Recommended for all ages. Free with general admission.
Arbor Day Event
The NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation announces that the LI Arboricultural Association will host its annual Arbor Day event at Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park. This event is a collaborative effort between NYS Parks, The Planting Fields Foundation, and LIAA. The event will take place from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. This one-day volunteer effort includes pruning and general cleanup of the historic trees and shrubs at the Carshalton Gates, Main Dr. and Taxus Field located on the southwest side of the arboretum off Chicken Valley Rd. The work also includes the removal of hazardous trees in these areas culminating with the planting of a new tree. This day features over 100 professional arborists and their families. Dozens of trucks, chippers and other arboricultural equipment will be provided for the day’s activities. Call Planting Fields 922-8601 or LIAA 631-415- 4535.
Mill Neck Hosts “Save Our School Petition Rally”
A child who is deaf, blind or physically challenged did not cause the state’s financial deficit, yet in his 2011-12 budget proposal, Governor Cuomo has eliminated 4201 School funding for children with such disabilities. This puts Mill Neck Manor School for the Deaf students in jeopardy as well as those attending 10 other 4201 Schools across New York State. Mill Neck Manor thanks the State Assembly and Senate for approving the restoration of 4201 funding, and now we have to convince the Governor to the same. You can help encourage the Governor to restore this essential funding by signing a “Deaf Children Deserve Better” petition at Mill Neck Manor’s Save Our School Petition Rally, to be held at Broadway Mall in Hicksville from 11 a.m. to closing on March 26 in the center court. Enter the mall from the south side in between Macy’s and Target, and look for the entrance near Tax Tips and the Karate School. Only New York State residents may sign the petition. Contact Nancy Leghart 628-4243 or nleghart@millneck.org. Visit www.millneck.org for the latest on the budget crisis, related news coverage, advocacy efforts and contact information. For more information about Broadway Mall and for directions, visit http://www.broadwaymall.com/.
Sunday, March 27
Concerts at Christ Church
Presents Beethoven and his Influences, A Lecture-Recital with Dwight Peltzer, includes Waldstein Sonata, Moonlight Sonata and Bagatelles. 4 p.m. at Christ Church, 61 E. Main St., Oyster Bay.
Thursday, March 31
Dr. John A. Gable Lecture Series 2011
The Friends of Sagamore Hill holds the 7th Annual Dr. John A. Gable Lecture Series. This program is free to the public and offers the opportunity to both hear and speak with illustrious experts on subjects and people related to our 26th President, Theodore Roosevelt and Oyster Bay history. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the programs begin at 7:20 p.m. at Christ Church Parish Hall, 14 West Main St., Oyster Bay. Following each lecture and brief discussion, light refreshments will be served and the public can meet with the speakers in an informal setting. Each speaker may have published works to be purchased. Program: Melissa Milgrom, author, historian and journalist will present “Taxidermy in the Days of Theodore Roosevelt and Beyond: Museum Builders Replicate Life Under Glass.” The speaker will be weaving images and information about T.R. as it relates to the museum builders in her book Still Life.
Saturday, April 2
The Knitanistas
The main purpose of the group is to create projects for CaretoKnit who then distributes them to the needy. However, you are free to bring personal projects to work on too, so expertise can be shared. It will be a relaxed atmosphere allowing for the free exchange of ideas, experiences, thoughts and fun. If you don’t have supplies they will be provided for you. Refreshments will be served. 1 p.m. at the Oyster Bay Library. If interested email Lisa at theknitanistas@yahoo.com or call 796-9609. Also on April 16.
Comedy Night
The Oyster Bay Jewish Center, 11 Temple Ln., Oyster Bay, invites you to a night of laughter at 8 p.m. Featuring two award-winning comedians with appearances on Comedy Central, Late Night with Conan O’Brien and The Tonight Show. $40 per person. Refreshments will be served. B.Y.O.K.W. Bring your own kosher wine. Contact Iris 922-6650 to reserve your space today.
Sunday, April 3
Concerts at Christ Church
Presents Christopher Judge (baritone) and Dan Fogel (piano), classical and jazz selections. Christ Church, 61 E. Main St. Call 922-6377 or go to www.christchurchoysterbay.org.
Passion for Fashion Show
The Mill Neck Family of Organizations, along with the Mill Neck Manor Alumni Association, will host a “Passion for Fashion Show” from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the historic Mill Neck Manor House. Wearing the latest designer fashions from the renowned Brooks Brothers line, models will promenade down the manor’s enchanting staircase, and boutiques and jewelry will be available on the first floor. Guests may also partake in stylish and not-to-be missed raffles, a delicious brunch and cocktails. The event fee is $45 per person. Proceeds will benefit the Mill Neck Family of Organizations. For more information, or to reserve a fashionable seat, call 628-4243. To sponsor the Fashion Show visit http://www.millneck.org/right_sidebar/assets/MN_Event%20Spons%20Opps_2010.pdf. For more information about the Mill Neck Family of Organizations call 922-4100.
Thursday, April 7
Art Walk First Thursday
Art Walk features an international spectrum of contemporary artists. Get some artistic inspiration as you visit local art galleries. Other businesses and sites in town will be displaying artwork. Local restaurants will be exhibiting art and are offering a percentage off on meals, wine tastings and more. Live music entertainment is scheduled. Cafes and restaurants will remain open late for dessert and coffee. The evening will begin with Chase Edwards Gallery, 15 E. Main St. (802-0655) and continues at Atelier Gallery, 9 E. Main St.; Art (that matters), 55 W. Main St. (917-769-9921); The Teaching Studios of Oyster Bay, 115 Audrey Ave. (971-597-2404); and The Artist Club Gallery, 29 Berry Hill Rd. will also be open. Art will also be available for viewing at various downtown merchants, including Canterbury Ales, Jack Halyards and Wild Honey. The Oyster Bay Main Street Association office (17 Audrey Ave.) will also be displaying the works of local artists, with refreshments served. Visit Think Long Island crafts gallery at Buckingham’s Variety Store. See the Art Walk map for additional locations and information (available at any one of the gallery locations). For more information, contact Bonnie at 802-0655.
Friday, April 8
Oyster Flix
Anybody remember the old Lyric Movie Theater on Audrey Ave.? It’s been about 30 years since downtown Oyster Bay had a movie theater, but starting in February there will be a modified version of a theater, 17 Audrey Ave. Come gather, eat, drink, watch and discuss. To celebrate this vibrant history, The Oyster Bay Main Street Association is offering a new film series called “Oyster Flix” with an initial run of classic movies filmed in part on the north shore of LI. Movie snax’ will be available but bring your own beverages. Films (shown at 7:30 p.m.) will be immediately followed by a group discussion hosted by a speaker. $5 suggested donation /per person at the door. Call 922-6481. Today’s film: North by Northwest (1959).
Sunday, April 10
L.I. Baroque Ensemble
Spectacular Sonatas. 3 p.m. at Christ Church, 61 E. Main St. $20 general admission; $15 seniors; $10 students.
Weekly Events
•Alcoholics Anonymous closed step meeting Sundays at 8 p.m. and open meeting at the same time. On Wednesdays at 8 p.m. there is a beginner’s meeting and a closed discussion meeting. Any one can attend the open meetings. The closed meetings are for anyone who has a desire to stop drinking. The meetings are held at Christ Church, 61 E. Main St. For information call 922-6377.
•Play Bridge will be held at the OB-EN Library, 89 E. Main St. Meets every Monday at 7 p.m. Bring a partner or come by yourself. Beginners welcome. Call 922-1212.
•Alanon meeting will be held every Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. at the Oyster Bay Presbyterian Church, East Main St. All are welcome.
•Substance Abuse Groups meet at the Youth and Family Counseling Agency, 193 A, South St., on Wednesdays from 6 to 7 p.m. and from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Registration required. Call 922-6867.
•Open Mike at Canterbury’s. Every Thursday enjoy the open mike night at Canterbury’s. Professional musicians and novices are invited to bring their instruments, voices, and friends to join him on stage or perform by themselves. Approximate starting time is 8:45 p.m. Call Mark 922-3214.
•Clutterers Anonymous, a 12-step self-help group, offers help and support to those who have clutter problems in their homes or workplace. Meets weekly on Thursdays from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the United Methodist Church, 265 Asbury Ave., Westbury and also the 1st and 3rd Friday from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at the School of the Community Reformed Church, 90 Plandome Rd., Manhasset. There are no dues or fees. For more information, email CLAWestbury@ yahoo.com, call (866) 800-3881 or visit www.ClutterersAnonymous.net.
•Bingo Games every Friday at 7:15 p.m. at Knights of Columbus Hall, 83 Sea Cliff Ave., Glen Cove. $1,500 in cash prizes. Door prizes and progressive on last game. Smoke-free environment. Call 676-1828 for further info.
•Ballroom Dance at the Life Enrichment Center of Oyster Bay, 45 E. Main St., every Friday from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. with instructor Vladimir Velev, an international ballroom dance champion. Learn to Cha Cha, Foxtrot, Waltz, Tango and more. Donation requested. Call 922-1770.
•OBRM Preview Center. Every Saturday and Sunday visit the Oyster Bay Railroad Museum Preview Center and Turntable Railyard at 100 to 102 Audrey Ave. (just north of the gazebo/bandstand – on the right), where you will be directed to the turntable railyard- featuring a variety of refurbished train cars. Open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call 558-7036.
Monthly Events
•Jewish War Veterans, Gieir-Levitt Post #655 invite all Jewish war veterans to join them at the Mid-Island Y JCC, 45 Manetto Hill Rd., Plainview, at 9 a.m. on the second Sunday of every month. Call Larry Sklar 942-3327.
•Young at Heart Parkinson’s Support Group meeting from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. on the fourth Sunday of the month in the cafeteria on the ground level, near the emergency room at North Shore University Hospital at Syosset, 221 Jericho Tpke. Open to patients, caregivers or anyone interested in learning about Parkinsons. Call Debbie 390-9454.
