Board Meeting
Wednesday, Jan. 14
Book Discussion
Thursday, Jan. 15
Free Movie Night
Friday, Jan. 16
Wednesday, Jan. 14
Computer Kindergarten for Grown-Ups
This is a slow-paced, user-friendly workshop for first-time computer users. Using Windows computers, this unique class covers the basics in a way that even the most inexperienced user will understand. There will be a small fee of $4 per patron, due at sign-up. At the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Library, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Board Meeting
The Board of Trustees of the Bayville Free Library will meet at 7 p.m. in the library. All are welcome to attend. For further information please call Christine Edwins at 516-628-2765.
The Turtle with the Clown Lips: Diamondback Terrapins
Program through the Huntington-Oyster Bay Audubon Society, 7 p.m. at Cold Spring Harbor Library, 95 Harbor Rd., Cold Spring Harbor. Believed to be the only turtle in the world that lives exclusively in brackish water, the Diamondback Terrapin is an iconic reptile. This program will explore the natural and cultural history of this fascinating turtle, the threats it faces and some of the solutions being set forth to protect it. With John Turner, the Open Space Program Coordinator for the Town of Brookhaven, and author of Exploring the Other Island: A Seasonal Nature Guide to Long Island and a children’s book on the water cycle entitled Waylon’s Wandering Waterdrop.
Open Jam
The Homestead hosts a weekly open jam every Wednesday at 7 p.m. 107 South St., Oyster Bay. Call 516-922-9293 or visit www.homesteadny.com.
Thursday, Jan. 15
Movie At The Library
See The Hundred-Foot Journey at the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Library. Starring: Charlotte Le Bon, Helen Mirren, Om Puri, Manish Dayal, Amit Shah. (Rated PG for thematic elements, some violence, language and brief sensuality, 122 min.) 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
Lego Club
At at the Bayville Free Library, Thursdays at 6 p.m., through Feb. 12.
Book Discussion
Join local author George Jehn for a discussion of his new book, Final Destination: Disaster at 7 p.m. at the Bayville Free Library. Call 516-628-2765 or visit www.bayvillefreelibrary.org for more information.
Oyster Bay Civic Association Meeting
Dr. Laura Seinfeld, superintendent of the Oyster Bay-East Norwich School District, will speak at the Oyster Bay Civic Association Meeting, 7:30 p.m. at the Italian American Citizens Club, 48 Summit St., Oyster Bay. School taxes make up the largest portion of the property tax bill, so how are these funds being utilized? Dr. Seinfeld will provide information about what to expect in the upcoming school budget and other developments occurring within the school district. All are welcome.
Illustrated Program on the Rehabilitation of the Roosevelt Home
In 2008 the National Park Service approved a project to rehabilitate the Theodore Roosevelt Home at Sagamore Hill National Historic Site. Susan Sarna, Museum Specialist at Sagamore Hill, will lead a PowerPoint presentation on the planning, packing, and implementation phases of the project, including the plan to re-install the furnishings. At 7 p.m. at the Oyster Bay Historical Society’s Koenig Center. The program is free and open to the public.
Healthy Eating Presentation
Presentation: Healthy Pantry, Foundation for Eating Well will take place from 7 to 9 p.m. A well-organized pantry is critical to making sure that your efforts to eat healthy are supported and sustainable. You will be surprised at how much you will learn on this seemingly obvious topic. ThePlaceOfBeing, Cold Spring Harbor; cost $55. Registration needed: 631-745-2546.
Friday, Jan. 16
Storytime in Espanol
Every Friday through March 6 at the Bayville Free Library, at 1 p.m., for 3- to 5-year-olds. Call 516-628-2765 or visit www.bayvillefreelibrary.org for more information.
Coach Grill Happy Hour
Start the weekend off right with a free Friday Happy Hour BBQ from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Free burgers, hot dogs, chicken and sausage grilled to order. Plus half-price bottles of wine and two for one appetizers, including local oysters and clams.
Free Movie Night
It’s free movie night at Christ Church, 63 East Main St., Oyster Bay, at 7 p.m. in the parish hall. Popcorn served. The Last Lecture will be seen. This powerful film of Professor Randy Pausch later became a New York Times best selling book. His lecture “Really Achieving Your Childhood Dreams” is about the importance of overcoming obstacles; of enabling the dreams of others; of seizing every moment; about living life to the fullest.
Concert At The Mansion
See Konkoction play at Coe Hall Mansion at 6:30 p.m. Contagious melodies with a blend of silky smooth jazz and island infused sound. Complimentary wine served for this concert, generously donated by Empire Merchants. Reservations required. For tickets contact Antigone Zaharakis at 516-922-8668 or education@plantingfields.org. Admission: $20 nonmembers/$10 members. No parking fee. Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park, 1395 Planting Fields Rd., Oyster Bay, www.plantingfields.org.
Sunday, Jan. 18
Nature Walk
A nature walk with the Huntington-Oyster Bay Audubon Society begins at 9 a.m. at the Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary, a 179-acre Westchester County Park on Long Island Sound in Rye. The group will be looking for sea ducks, loons, grebes, wintering sparrows and other songbirds as well as raptors. To register call 585-880-0915.
Sunday Supper
Every Sunday at Wild Honey in Oyster Bay, enjoy a three-course price-fixed menu for $28.95, beginning at 4:30 p.m. Wild Honey Dining and Wine, 1 East Main St., Oyster Bay, 516-922-4690.
Monday, Jan. 19
Wine Night
Canterbury’s Oyster Bar & Grill hosts a wine night every Monday, 46 Audrey Ave., Oyster Bay; contact 516-922-3614 or www.canterburyalesrestaurant.com for more information or to view the wine list.
Tuesday, Jan. 20
IRS Secrets Revealed
Barry Lisak, an IRS enrolled agent, will present a seminar to help reduce one’s federal and NYS income taxes at the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Library. Topics include: education, retirement, home ownership, charitable donations, medical, investments, employees, and more. Register at the reference desk or call the library at 516-922-1212, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Mother Goose Time
Story times for babies ages 9 to 23 months begins at 10:05 a.m. at the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Library.
Toddler Time
Story times for tots ages 24 to 35 months begins at 10:30 a.m. at the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Library.
Just For Us
Story times for kids ages 3 to 5 begins at 11 a.m. at the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Library.
Open Mic
Every Tuesday, show off your talents at Jack Halyards Open Mic Night, beginning at 7 p.m. with DJ Rich Dorio. 62 South St., Oyster Bay. Call 516-922-2999 or visit www.jackhalyards.com.
Wednesday, Jan. 21
Computer 1st Grade for Grown-Ups
In this workshop at the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Library, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., learn how to work with text including: inputting, inserting, moving, and erasing, learn basic word processing skills, and understand commands and dialog boxes. Computer Kindergarten or equivalent knowledge or experience required. $4 fee, due at registration. Register at the reference desk.
Mother Goose Time
Story times for babies ages 9 to 23 months begins at 10:15 a.m. at the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Library.
Toddler Time
Story times for tots ages 24 to 35 months begins at 10:40 a.m. at the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Library.
Just For Us
Story times for kids ages 3 to 5 begins at 1:30 p.m. at the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Library.
Thursday, Jan. 22
Movie At The Library
See When the Game Stands Tall, the remarkable journey of legendary football coach Bob Ladouceur, who took the De La Salle High School Spartans from obscurity to a 151-game winning streak that shattered all records for any American sport. Starring: Jim Caviezel, Michael Chiklis, Laura Dern, Alexander Ludwig. (Rated PG for thematic material, a scene of violence, and brief smoking, 115 min.)
