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.
Blood Drive
Sponsored by the Locust Valley Rotary Club and the Locust Valley Fire Department will be held from 2 to 8 p.m. at the Locust Valley Firehouse, Buckram Rd. The Automated Red Cell Donation system will be available and allows donors to selectively donate only the blood components that are needed most. The preferred blood types are O positive, O negative, B negative and A negative. All donors benefit from a free mini-medical exam which includes blood pressure, pulse rate, iron count and temperature. Donors must weigh at least 110 pounds, between 16 and 75 years of age and in good health and provide valid photo ID. For medical questions and concerns call 1-800-688-0900. Walk-ins welcome.
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).
Walk in the Woods
With the North Shore Land Alliance. Space is limited. Registration recommended. To register and for directions call 626-0908 or andrea@northshorelandalliance.org. Join North Shore Land Alliance and astronomist Dr. Donald Lubowich for a night of stargazing at the Farm at Oyster Bay, Oyster Bay Cove, at 8 p.m. (rain/cloud date April 9).
Saturday, April 9
Recycled Sculpture Contest
Portledge School and the Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary & Audubon Center are co-sponsoring the Create Something GreatSM Recycled Sculpture Contest. This contest is a hands-on learning experience for budding young artists (Kindergarten through sixth grade) to pique their curiosity about art, wildlife and environmental issues. Students are encouraged to build sculptures designed around the theme of animals, birds and reptiles made out of recycled and/or reusable materials. The general public is invited to view all sculptures which will be on display. Award winners will be announced in three assigned age categories based on overall aesthetic value and creative use of recycled materials. All participants in attendance will be recognized and receive a certificate. 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at .m. to 3:30 p.m. at Portledge School, 355 Duck Pond Rd., Locust Valley. Following the awards reception, a professional from the Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary & Audubon Center will give a 45-minute presentation on Raptors: Birds of Prey, including live animals from the sanctuary. This event is free and open to the public. Award-winning sculptures will be transported to the sanctuary for a second art display April 11-16 from noon to 4 p.m.
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.
Bailey Nature Adventures
No charge for programs. Donations much appreciated. Bailey Arboretum, Lattingtown, www.baileyarboretum.org, 571-8020. April 10: Spring into Spring. Join Dan Kreisberg, inspiring naturalist and science teacher, and see what’s happening in the woods as the weather warms up. Fun for the whole family. 2 to 3 p.m.
LI Jewish Singles
Presents “A Night of Comedy” at 7 p.m. at Temple Beth El, 660 Park Ave., Huntington. Live entertainment, coffee and desserts. $10. Ages 40s – 65. Information: 631-421-5835, ext. 543, or LIJS45@gmail.com.
Friday, April 15
Violin, Piano, Cello Trio Concert
Featuring Anna Rabinova, violin, Volodymyr Vynntytsky, piano, and Natalia Khoma, cello. 6 p.m. in the Grace Auditorium, Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, One Bungtown Rd., Cold Spring Harbor. Reservations: Individual tickets will be sold at the door for $20. Call 516-367-8455 to reserve seats.
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.
•Meet the Doctors. Focusing on education, Premiere OBGYN will sponsor a Meet the Doctors program on the first Tuesday of each month from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at 79 Froelich Farm Blvd., Woodbury. Women who are planning a pregnancy or are already expecting can join Drs. Prince, Brooks and Flynn and have their questions answered on conception and a safe pregnancy.
