June 11 – 17
St. Gertrude’s Parish Feast
Voci da Camera
Sunday, June 14
Book Signing
Monday, June 15
Thursday, June 11
St. Gertrude’s Parish Feast
The feast begins today from 6 to 10 p.m. with rides, games and food on Centre Island Beach, and continues through the weekend.
Movie At The Library
See The Immigrant at the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Public Library, 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Ewa Cybulski and her sister sail to New York from their native Poland in search of a new start and the American dream. When they reach Ellis Island, doctors discover that Magda is ill, and the two women are separated. Ewa is released onto the mean streets of Manhattan while her sister is quarantined. Alone, with nowhere to turn and desperate to reunite with Magda, Ewa quickly falls prey to Bruno, a charming but wicked man who takes her in and forces her into prostitution. Starring: Marion Cotillard, Joaquin Phoenix, Jeremy Renner, Angela Sarafyan. Marion Cotillard, Joaquin Phoenix, Jeremy Renner, Angela Sarafyan. (Rated R for sexual content, nudity and some language, 117 min.)
Friday, June 12
Midsummer Nights Dream Cruise
Spend Friday nights at Ransom Beach, 11 Bayville Ave. in Bayville, from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Spectators are free, or the cost is $5 to show a car. Proceeds benefit Flags for Classrooms, Pets for Vets and more. Music provided by DJ Rich. Sponsored by New York Autofest; call 516-882-5022 or visit www.nyautofest.com for details.
St. Gertrude’s Parish Feast
The feast continues today from 6 to 11 p.m. with rides, games and food on Centre Island Beach.
Saturday, June 13
St. Gertrude’s Parish Feast
The feast continues today from 6 to 11 p.m. with rides, games and food on Centre Island Beach. Mass will be held on the beach.
Sunday, June 14
Voci da Camera
At Christ Church, 4 to 6 p.m. A cappella vocal ensemble under the direction of Kathleen Blixt. Tickets and info at vocidacamera@aol.com.
St. Gertrude’s Parish Feast
The feast continues today from 5 to 9:30 p.m. with rides, games and food on Centre Island Beach.
Monday, June 15
Job Search Boot Camp
Part two of the boot camp: all frustrated job searchers can now learn to give up any inhibitions and find a job. This is a total review of everything in your job search at the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Library, 6:30 p.m. You will come away with everything you need to know and do. Develop your brand, networking strategy and LinkedIn profile. Bring your résumé. Instructor: Stan Broitman, career, business and retirement coach. Register at the reference desk or by calling 516-922-1212.
Book Signing
Nelson Demille will be at Forest Books in Locust Valley to discuss and sign copies of his book, Radiant Angel, at 6 p.m., 182 Birch Hill Rd.
Tuesday, June 16
Colon Cancer Awareness
Dr. Nicholas A. La Gamma is an attending surgeon in the North Shore-LIJ Healthcare system who specializes in treating colon and rectal cancer. He will be discussing the methods of and reasons behind screening programs for colon cancer. At the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Public Library, 6:30 p.m. Register at the library or call 516-922-1212.
Children’s Storytimes
Enjoy storytime at the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Public Library. Mother Goose Time (9-23 mos) 10:05 a.m.; Toddler Time (24-35 mos) 10:30 a.m.; Just For Us (3-5 yrs) 11 a.m. Call 516-922-1212 to register.
Hooks & Needles
Tuesday nights from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Sit, knit and chit-chat with the ladies who knit at the Bayville Library. Knit or crochet your own item or one to be donated. New members always welcome.
Cruise Night
The weekly Cruise Night on Audrey Avenue begin at 5:45 p.m. Bring your car, motorcycle or truck. Live music and great restaurants in the area. Free to walk in or $5 to show a car.
Wednesday, June 17
Children’s Storytimes
Enjoy storytime at the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Public Library. Mother Goose Time (9-23 mos) 10:15 a.m.; Toddler Time (24-35 mos) 10:40 a.m.; Just For Us (3-5 yrs) 1:30 p.m. Call 516-922-1212 to register.
Open Mic Night
The Homestead hosts open mic nights every Wednesday at 9 p.m. At 107 South St., Oyster Bay. Call 516-922-9293 or visit www.thehomesteadny.com for more details.
Thursday, June 18
Movie At The Library
See Kingsman: Secret Service at the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Public Library, 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Based upon the acclaimed comic book, the movie tells the story of a super-secret spy organization that recruits an unrefined but promising street kid into the agency’s ultra-competitive training program just as a global threat emerges from a twisted tech genius. Starring: Colin Firth, Taron Egerton, Samuel L. Jackson, Jack Davenport, Mark Hamill, Michael Caine, Mark Strong. (Rated R for sequences of strong violence, language and some sexual content, 129 min.)
Pop Rocks Powder Horns and Tricorns
Oyster Bay is rich in Colonial history and the Oyster Bay Historical Society has a surefire craft to ignite your child’s imagination. Kids will create and build their own powder horn and tricorn hat with inspiration from real 18th century powder horns from the society’s collection. With Pop Rocks instead of gunpowder, these keepsakes will be a blast to make. Begins after school, 3:45-5 p.m. Suitable for grades kids in third and fourth grades. $15 per child with all supplies and healthy snacks provided. Space is limited. Contact the society for details and reservations at 516-922-5032 or obhslibrary@optonline.net.
Friday, June 19
Summer Exhibition Reception
Hats Off!, the Oyster Bay Historical Society’s summer exhibition, opens with an evening preview reception from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Society’s Angela Koenig Center at 20 Summit St. in Oyster Bay. The exhibition will remain on view through Sept. 13. Hats Off! An Assembly of Extraordinary Headwear from the society’s collection features men’s and women’s hats from the 20th century, along with athletic gear and military helmets. The preview reception is free and open to the public. For more information, contact the society at 516-922-5032.
Ongoing
Food Pantry
North Shore Assembly of God, 84 Orchard St, Oyster Bay, hosts a free food pantry every Tuesday from noon to 1 p.m. Regardless of your situation, they can help provide food, other services and a listening ear. Call Pastor Diane at 516-922-2546 if you need assistance with food on other weekdays.
Art Exhibit
Members of the Long Island Craft Guild’s Glass Media Group are exhibiting their works in Ancient Art Form: Contemporary Adaptations in Glass, open now through June 7 at the Oyster Bay Historical Society’s Koenig Center at 20 Summit St. in Oyster Bay.
“Signs of Spring” Designers’ Showcase
The Mill Neck Family of Organizations and Mansions & Millionaires® present the “Signs of Spring” Designers’ Showcase® 2015, featuring representations of spring incorporated by more than 30 interior designers and artists throughout the spaces of Mill Neck Manor House, a former Gold Coast-era estate. Now through Sunday, June 14. The event benefits Mill Neck Manor School for the Deaf, part of the Mill Neck Family of Organizations. Other showcase features: varied boutiques, short lectures and guided tours (included with price of admission), the Tudor Café and ample on-site parking. At 40 Frost Mill Rd., Mill Neck. For more information, including ticket prices and purchasing in advance, call 516-628-4333, visit www.millneck.org or contact shallman@millneck.org. Tickets may be purchased at the door. Sign language interpreters are available provided a request is made in advance.
