Wednesday, Dec. 4
Mother Goose Time
10:15 to 10:35 a.m. Bring your children ages 9 to 23 months for a stimulating mix of stories, songs, fingerplays and rhymes. Register in advance with Barbara Grodin at 516-922-1212 or kidsread@nassaulibrary.org. Oyster Bay-East Norwich Public Library, 89 E Main St., Oyster Bay.
Toddler Time
10:40 to 11:05 a.m. Bring your children ages 24-35 months for a stimulating mix of stories, songs, fingerplays and rhymes. Register in advance with Barbara Grodin at 516-922-1212 or kidsread@nassaulibrary.org. Oyster Bay-East Norwich Public Library, 89 E Main St., Oyster Bay.
High Protein Breakfast
6:30 to 8 p.m. Chef Rob Dell’Amore discusses high-protein breakfast options—filling and nutritious breakfast ideas that are quick and easy to prepare, including ‘power’ egg omelette, avocado and peanut butter on toast, Greek yogurt with fruit, oatmeal and cottage cheese. Register with Marion Dodson at 516-922-1212 or mdodson@oysterbaylibrary.org. Oyster Bay-East Norwich Public Library, 89 E Main St., Oyster Bay.
Thursday, Dec. 5
Film: Maiden
2 to 4 p.m. and 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The true story of skipper Tracy Edwards and the first all-female crew to enter the Whitbread Round the World race. Rated PG, 97 mins. Oyster Bay-East Norwich Public Library, 89 E Main St., Oyster Bay.
Friday, Dec. 6
Exhibit Opening and Cocktail Reception
5 to 7 p.m. Join lovers of needlework art at the opening of The Home Needle: 19th Century Textiles from the Raynham Hall Collection at Raynham Hall Museum, 20 West Main St. $60-$75. Tickets at eventbrite.com.
Saturday, Dec. 7
Muttontown March
9 a.m. Explore the Muttontown Preserve on a 4-mile moderate hike on varied terrain. Meet at the equestrian parking lot off 25A, west of Jericho-Oyster Bay Road, Muttontown Lane, East Norwich. Bring water. Hike canceled if there is heavy rain. For details, visit ligreenbelt.org.
Beginner Yoga
9:20 to 10:20 a.m. Series of six beginner yoga classes with instructor Kim DeSantis Mercadante will take place Saturdays, Dec. 7, 21, 28, Jan. 4, 18 and 25. Yoga mat, block and strap are recommended. $30 per person (cash only), due at registration. Register at reference desk. Oyster Bay-East Norwich Public Library, 89 E Main St., Oyster Bay.
Intermediate Yoga
10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Series of six intermediate yoga classes with instructor Kim DeSantis Mercadante will take place Saturdays, Dec. 7, 21, 28, Jan. 4, 18 and 25. Yoga mat, block and strap are recommended. $30 per person (cash only), due at registration. Register at reference desk. Oyster Bay-East Norwich Public Library, 89 E Main St., Oyster Bay.
Rise and Shine Holidays
2 to 3 p.m. Chef Rob will guide you in making delicious cranberry eggnog muffins. Bring a large bowl, a medium bowl, a spoon, a whisk and a muffin tin to class. Register with Marion Dodson at 516-922-1212 or mdodson@oysterbaylibrary.org. Oyster Bay-East Norwich Public Library, 89 E Main St., Oyster Bay.
Deck the Halls Benefit
7 to 11 p.m. Join Planting Fields Foundation to celebrate their annual Deck The Halls benefit. Cocktails at 7 p.m. Dinner at 8 p.m. Dancing to follow. Wear festive attire. Tickets cost $250-325. More information at plantingfields.org. Contact info@plantingfields.org to make a table or seating request. Planting Fields Arboretum, 1395 Planting Fields Rd.
Sunday, Dec. 8
Canton Jacobson and Friends: Bima To Broadway
5 p.m. Musical program includes hit songs from Broadway as well as Israeli and Yiddish songs. Specials guests include Michael Bernardi, Maya Jacobson and Beth Styles. Light reception after 90-minute performance. For pricing and tickets, call 516-621-8049 or visit www.temple-judea.com. Temple Judea, 333 Searingtown Rd., Manhasset.
Tuesday, Dec. 10
Mother Goose Time
10:05 to 10:25 a.m. Bring your children ages 9 to 23 months for a stimulating mix of stories, songs, fingerplays and rhymes. Register in advance with Barbara Grodin at 516-922-1212 or kidsread@nassaulibrary.org. Oyster Bay-East Norwich Public Library, 89 E Main St., Oyster Bay.
Toddler Time
10:30 to 10:55 a.m. Bring your children ages 24-35 months for a stimulating mix of stories, songs, fingerplays and rhymes. Register in advance with Barbara Grodin at 516-922-1212 or kidsread@nassaulibrary.org. Oyster Bay-East Norwich Public Library, 89 E Main St., Oyster Bay.
Just For Us
11 to 11:30 a.m. Bring your children ages 3 to 5 for a stimulating mix of stories, songs, fingerplays and rhymes. Register in advance with Barbara Grodin at 516-922-1212 or kidsread@nassaulibrary.org. Oyster Bay-East Norwich Public Library, 89 E Main St., Oyster Bay.
Holiday Luncheon and Shopping Boutiques
11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The holiday luncheon at The Crescent Club, 333 Bayville Ave., Bayville, features shopping boutiques and festive entertainment. Proceeds benefit The Boys & Girls Club of Oyster Bay-East Norwich.
Ongoing
Toys For Tots Drive
Town of Oyster Bay is collecting new, unwrapped toys to give as holiday gifts to children throughout the community. A collection box can be found in Oyster Bay Town Hall North, 54 Audrey Ave., Oyster Bay, through Dec. 12.
