Annual Turkey Trot
Thursday, Nov. 27
Turkey Detox Workshop
Friday, Nov. 28
East Norwich Holiday
Sunday, Nov. 30
Thursday, Nov. 27
Happy Thanksgiving!
Thursday, Nov. 27
Annual Turkey Trot
Race starts at 9 a.m. at Oyster Bay High School. The fun includes prizes for best Turkey Costume and Best Teddy Roosevelt Costume. Scenic flat course. Free T-shirt. Sponsor: Gallego Financial Group of Raymond James of Oyster Bay.
5th Annual Share and Care Thanksgiving Feast
St. Patrick’s Parish Hall, Glen Cove, noon to 3 p.m. Those who wish to volunteer and serve can come at 11 a.m. Those who wish to help set up and decorate the cafeteria the night before, can show up on Wednesday, Nov. 26 at 6 p.m.
Friday, Nov. 28
Turkey Detox Workshop
Bliss Studio, 132 South St., presents its day after Thanksgiving workshop with Maggie Soukeras on Nov. 28 from 10 to 11:30 a.m.: fee $25 per person. Space is limited so call 516-624-9642.
Movie at the Library
At 2 p.m., the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Library will offer a children’s movie: Mr. Peabody and Sherman. Mr. Peabody, the most accomplished dog in the world, and his mischievous boy Sherman, use their time machine to go on the most outrageous adventure known to man or dog. (Rated PG, 93 min.) No registration; children under 9 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.
Saturday, Nov. 29
Small Business Saturday
Today is the day to shop locally, greet your local retailers and find great items for holiday giving while helping small businesses thrive.
Sunday, Nov. 30
East Norwich Holiday
The Committee for the Beautification of Oyster Bay-East Norwich is hosting their annual Tree Lighting event on Sunday, Nov. 30 at 6 p.m. Come out and take part in the singing as the lights come on for the holidays. The group meets at the corner of Routes 25 A and 106, at the East Norwich welcome sign. All are invited to attend. Refreshments provided by the Boy Scouts Troop.
Tuesday, Dec. 2
Holiday/Winter Centerpiece with Frank Lazzaro
Lazzaro will discuss his experience as a White House seasonal floral designer during the Ford, Carter and Reagan presidencies, at 6 p.m. He will bring photographs of the work he did at the White House during the holidays and State Dinners. He will also give a short history of the White House. Lazzaro will show how to make a beautiful holiday/winter centerpiece. At the end of the demonstration, this White House centerpiece replica will be raffled off. Register at the reference desk or call the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Library at 516-922-1212.
Children’s Storytimes
Mother Goose Time (9-23 mos) at the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Public Library is on Tuesdays, Dec. 2, 9 and 16 at 10:05 a.m. Toddler Time (24-35 mos) is at 10:30 a.m. and Just For Us (3-5 yrs) is at 11 a.m. Please call 516-922-1212 to register.
Wednesday, Dec. 3
Children’s Storytimes
Mother Goose Time (9-23 mos) at the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Public Library is on Wednesdays, Dec. 3, 10 and 17 at 10:15 a.m.; Toddler Time (24-35 mos) is at 10:40 a.m.; and Just For Us (3-5 yrs) is at 1:30 p.m. Please call 516-922-1212 to register.
A Christmas Carol
Greg Oliver Bodine again performs in a solo performance of A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens at the Matinecock Lodge on Dec. 3 at 8 p.m. Seating is limited for this one night performance. Visit nstg.org for information. Tickets are $15 and $10 for seniors and students, at 7 p.m.
Thursday, Dec. 4
Movie: Mr. Pip
As a war rages on in the province of Bougainville in Papua New Guinea, a young girl becomes transfixed by the Charles Dickens novel Great Expectations, which is being read at school by the only white man in the village. Starring: Hugh Laurie, Kerry Fox, Eka Darville, (Rated PG-13 for disturbing situations involving violence and threat, and for some mature thematic material and brief language, 115 min.) Oyster Bay-East Norwich Library, 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
Friday, Dec. 5
Winter Dance Concert
The LIU Post Winter Dance Concert features guest and student choreography from Dec. 5 to Dec. 7 in the Little Theatre Mainstage at 8 p.m. [matinees on Dec. 6 and 7 at 2 p.m.] Call the box office at 516-299-2356 for tickets. General admission is $10; students and seniors are $5.
Saturday, Dec. 6
Christmas With The Roosevelts
Sagamore Hill National Historic Site hosts Christmas with the Roosevelts at Sagamore Hill, on Dec. 6 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Activities include holiday music and an appearance by “Theodore Roosevelt,” as portrayed by James Foote. “TR” will talk on how the Roosevelts celebrated Christmas at Sagamore Hill and in the White House. In addition: holiday arts and crafts activities for children of all ages. Complimentary hot cocoa and cider will be provided by the Friends of Sagamore Hill. All items in the Visitor Center bookstore will be 15 percent off on Saturday and Sunday. For information call 516-922-4788.
Yuletide ChurchWalk And Gospel Concert
The Oyster Bay Main Street Association’s Yuletide Church Walk begins at 2 p.m. on Dec. 6 at St. Dominic’s 1897 Chapel for a talk on its history. At 2:30 p.m. the walk goes to Christ Church on East Main Street, founded in 1705. A film on its history, and a Q&A, ends in time to cross East Main Street to the 1873 First Presbyterian Church (listed on the National Registry of Historic Places) for a concert by the Mount Olive Church Mass Choir. Enjoy Gospel and holiday songs. For information call 516-922-6982. (Please note that times listed in last week’s Enterprise-Pilot were incorrect).
Raynham Hall Event
Raynham Hall Museum presents a Children’s Victorian Holiday Party on Dec. 6. Please call 922-6808 for information on the time and the fee.
Annual Tree Lighting
Arrive at the Derby-Hall Bandstand on Audrey Avenue on Dec. 6, for the annual Historic Oyster Bay-East Norwich Chamber of Commerce’s tree lighting festivities staring at 4:45 p.m. and the actual tree lighting around 5:45 p.m. Enjoy the merry outdoor pop-up Christmas Market, open until 6:30 p.m. Santa Claus will appear and free refreshments will be provided by the Oyster Bay Civic Association. The celebration includes horse drawn carriage rides, caroling, hot beverages and a special appearance by the only remaining cast member of It’s A Wonderful Life. For info, call 516-922-6464.
Deck The Halls
Start the season at Planting Fields Foundation’s Deck The Halls at Coe Hall from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Enjoy a cocktail buffet, live music, and silent auction. For details, reservations, or sponsorship opportunities, contact Jennifer Lavella at 516-922-8678.
