Independence Day Parade
Friday, July 3
Ice Cream Social
Friday, July 3
Dancing In The Streets
Friday, July 3
Wednesday, July 1
Kayaking On Long Island
Discussion given by Kevin Stiegelmaier, author of Canoeing and Kayaking New York and Paddling Long Island, at Bayville Free Library, 7 p.m.
Friday, July 3
Independence Day Parade
Quentin Roosevelt Post No.4 of the American Legion will hold its annual Independence Day Parade, coordinated by Post Commander Reginald Butt. Assembly time is 10 a.m. and the parade begins at 10:30 a.m. The assembly area is Church Street at the Oyster Bay Community Center, and the parade will march from Church down East Main Street onto Audrey Avenue to the Derby-Hall Bandstand. Parade participants include American Legion Posts, VFW Posts, Korean War Veterans Association, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Friends of Raynham Hall, Atlantic Steamer Fire Co., Oyster Bay Fire Co. No. 1 and members of the park service from Sagamore Hill. Music at the bandstand will be provided by the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Community Band.
Ice Cream Social
The Oyster Bay Historical Society invites residents and visitors to stop by after the Oyster Bay Fourth of July Parade for an old-fashioned Ice Cream Social. The society will be serving complementary lemonade, iced tea and ice cream to all who come to the Earle-Wightman House garden. Beginning after the parade, the shady lawn will be the site of games and friendly conversation. Cookies and fresh herb sachets will be for sale to support the Beverly Mohlenhoff Fund for Collection Management and Development. Free to all. Contact Nicole Menchise or Philip Blocklyn at 516-922-5032 with any questions.
Dancing In The Streets
The Friday night dancing series begins this week at the bandstand on Audrey Avenue. Louis del Prete will take the lead on the opening night; not only is del Prete an excellent ballroom dancer and teacher, but he is also a talented musician and singer. He teaches group and private lessons and runs many dance venues. For Oyster Bay, he will play all types of music from the 1940s right up to what’s currently popular. Included will be line dancing, Latin music, ballroom and any other style desired. The dancing takes place from 7 to 9 p.m. Bring a chair if desired. For more information, visit www.oysterbaymainstreet.org.
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.
Saturday, July 4
Happy Independence Day
Sunday, July 5
Father’s Day Car Show
Rescheduled from June 21, a car show and BBQ will take place at Planting Fields Arboretum, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sponsored by NY Autofest, the show benefits Long Island Search and Rescue. At 1395 Planting Fields Road, Oyster Bay. Contact NY Autofest at 516-882-5022 or www.nyautofest.com.
Oyster Bay Music Festival Begins
This year’s festival kicks off its opening concert at Christ Church, 61 East Main St., at 7 p.m. The Festival runs from July 5 through July 12. For more information on all of this year’s concerts and programs, visit the Oyster Bay Music Festival web site at www.oysterbaymusicfestival.com.
Monday, July 6
Lego Club
Join the club in the green room of the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Library, where children can build whatever they can imagine. All Lego creations will remain in the library. Children under 9 must be accompanied by an adult. No registration. From 10 a.m. to noon.
Storytime By The Bay
Come listen to a seaside adventure at West Harbor Beach, Bayville, 10:30 a.m. No registration necessary.
Heroes Unmasked
Superheroes Jeopardy-like game for those in sixth grade and up. At the Bayville Free Library, 4 p.m. Register online for fun and prizes.
Oyster Bay Historical Society Concert
The Oyster Bay Historical Society hosts a 5 p.m. concert, “Coming To America” as part of the Oyster Bay Music Festival. The program is free and open to the public, at 20 Summit St., Oyster Bay. A short reception follows the concert, offering refreshments served by the Oyster Bay Historical Society Cookie Committee. Call 516-922-5032 for details.
Oyster Bay Music Festival
A “Waterworks” concert will be presented at the Ida May Project in Building J at the western waterfront, 1 West End Ave., 7:30 p.m.
Tuesday, July 7
Superhero Chocolate Car
For kids entering pre-K through sixth grade, at the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Library, 11 to 11:45 a.m. Chocolate eclairs, cookies, pretzels, icing and your favorite superhero make up these delicious race cars. Registration started in June for OB-EN residents and starts on July 6 for nonresidents, space permitting. Register in the children’s room or by calling 516-922-1212.
Oyster Bay Music Festival
A “Morning Music” concert will be presented at the Life Enrichment Center, 45 East Main St., Oyster Bay, 11 a.m.
Cruise Night
The weekly Cruise Night on Audrey Avenue continues this week at 5:45 p.m., and includes “Music To Cruise By” as part of the Oyster Bay Music Festival, from 6 to 9 p.m. at 20th Century Cycles, 101 Audrey Ave. Great restaurants in the area.
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.
Wednesday, July 8
Bilingual Storytime
For ages 3 to 7, with adult, at the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Library, 11 to 11:45 a.m. Introduces children to basic Spanish vocabulary through music, stories and fun. Registration started in June for OB-EN residents and starts on July 7 for nonresidents, space permitting. Register in the children’s room or by calling 516-922-1212.
Concert: Food For The Soul
As part of the Oyster Bay Music Festival, a concert will take place from noon to 3 p.m. at Jack Halyards, 62 South St.
St. Rocco’s Feast Begins
The annual feast takes place from 4 to 10 p.m. at Fireman’s Field, with amusements, rides, food, live music, and lasts daily through July 12. Sponsored by the Italian American Citizens Club of Oyster Bay. Call 516-922-9744 for more information.
Oyster Bay Historical Society Concert
The Oyster Bay Historical Society hosts a 5 p.m. concert, “America The Beautiful” as part of the Oyster Bay Music Festival, at 20 Summit St., Oyster Bay. The program is free and open to the public. A short reception follows the concert, offering refreshments served by the Oyster Bay Historical Society Cookie Committee. Call 516-922-5032 for details.
Festival Concert
As part of the Oyster Bay Music Festival, a concert will take place at 7:30 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, 60 East Main St., Oyster Bay.
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, July 9
Oyster Bay Music Festival
An “Afternoon Music” concert will be presented at the Life Enrichment Center, 45 East Main St., Oyster Bay, 12:45 p.m.
Movie At The Library
See McFarland, USA at the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Public Library, 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Inspired by the 1987 true story, the movie follows novice runners from McFarland, an economically challenged town in California’s farm-rich Central Valley, as they give their all to build a cross-country team under the direction of Coach Jim White, a newcomer to their predominantly Latino high school. With grit and determination, the unlikely band of runners eventually overcomes the odds to forge not only a championship cross-country team but an enduring legacy as well. Starring: Kevin Costner, Ramiro Rodriguez, Carlos Pratts, Johnny Ortiz, Hector Duran, Sergio Avelar, Valente Rodriguez, Maria Bello. (Rated PG for thematic material, some violence and language, 129 min.)
St. Rocco’s Feast
The annual feast takes place from 4 to 10 p.m. at Fireman’s Field, with amusements, rides, food, live music, and lasts daily through July 12. Sponsored by the Italian American Citizens Club of Oyster Bay. Call 516-922-9744 for more information.
Concert: Girl Power
As part of the Oyster Bay Music Festival, “Girl Power: A Celebration of Women Composers” will be presented at Raynham Hall Museum, 20 West Main St., Oyster Bay, 5 p.m.
Festival Concert
As part of the Oyster Bay Music Festival, “Music From The Heart”will be presented at Christ Church, 61 East Main St., Oyster Bay, 7:30 p.m.
Ongoing
Hats Off! Exhibition
Hats Off!, the Oyster Bay Historical Society’s summer exhibition, is currently on view in the society’s Angela Koenig Center at 20 Summit St. in Oyster Bay, 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. For more information, contact the society at 516-922-5032.
