As a service to Oyster Bay-East Norwich community and its neighboring villages - Brookville, Muttontown, Oyster Bay Cove, Bayville, Locust Valley, Syosset, Laurel Hollow, Centre Island and Mill Neck, here is a list of events and things of importance which make our communities a nice place to live, work and play.
TODAY, Tuesday, February 9th- SPECIAL ELECTION FOR OPEN ASSEMBLY
SEAT- 15TH DISTRICT (encompassing much of the Oyster Bay-East Norwich community and surrounding communities).
Candidates: Matthew Meng (D- East Norwich) and Michael Montesano (R,I,C- Glen Head). PLEASE VOTE (at your regular voting place)!
TODAY, Tuesday, February 9th- CONCERT TO BENEFIT HAITIAN RELIEF EFFORTS: "BIG SHOT"- A GREAT BILLY JOEL COVER BAND, with silent auction.
- OBHS Performing Arts Center, 7 P.M.
TODAY, Tuesday, February 9th- WATERFRONT CENTER WINTER SPEAKER SERIES: DON COSTANZO (Shipwright, Wooden Boatworks) will speak on the topic of shipbuilding and restoration.
- The home of Frances Storrs, 6 Cove Neck Road, Oyster Bay. Donation of $10 is suggested. For more information, call 922-SAIL (7245) or info@thewfc.org.
CONTINUING EXHIBIT TO FEBRUARY 28TH: "TR AND THE HORSE" equestrian exhibition. Theodore Roosevelt Association, 20 Audrey Avenue, 10 A.M. to 4 P.M. Monday to Friday (and other hours by appointment). For more information, call 921-6319 or visit www.curatorialservices.com.
Every Thursday- OPEN MIKE NITE AT CANTERBURY ALES, hosted by musician Mike Nugent (currently of The Walkers and formerly of Cadillac Moon). Professional musicians and novices are invited to bring their instruments, voices, and friends to join him on stage or perform by themselves.
- Canterbury Ales, approx 8:45 P.M. start time. For more information, call Mark at 922-3614.
Friday, February 12th- FRIDAY NIGHT MUSIC AT CANTERBURY ALES, featuring Stuart Markus, playing classic and folk acoustic rock of the 60's, 70's, and today.
- Canterbury Ales, (922-3614), 9:30 P.M.
Sunday February 14th- HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY. Best not to forget this day!
Sunday, February 14th- VALENTINE'S DAY CONCERT: NATHAN CARLISLE (tenor, voice student at Aaron Copland School of Music, and chorus member of the Metropolitan Opera with 20+ White House appearances with the USAF "Singing Sergeants").
- Christ Church, 61 East Main Street, 4 P.M.
Sunday, February 14th into President's Day Week- FREE SAGAMORE HILL PROGRAMS. Sagamore Hill will be open every day, offering a variety of free programs, activities, and exhibits.
- Sunday, February 14th- Official opening of the exhibit "The West Wing: Workshop of Democracy". On display until June 6th. Also, "Story Time with TR", with stories suited for children read by TR (portrayed by James Foote), 3 P.M. to 4 P.M.
- Monday, February 15th- Celebrate President's Day at Sagamore Hill. President Roosevelt, as portrayed by James Foote, will be on site greeting guests. Tour the grounds, visit the TR Museum at Old Orchard, and take a guided tour of the Roosevelt home.
- Wednesday, February 17th- Children's Author, Leslie Kimmelman visits Sagamore Hill, reading from her book "Mind Your Manners, Alice Roosevelt", with Ms. Kimmelman available to sign copies of her book after the reading.
** For more information, call 922-4788.
Monday, February 15th- PRESIDENTS' DAY.
- Saturday, February 27th- ANNUAL KICK-A-THON FUNDRAISER (via and to benefit OB-EN Police Athletic League). Atlantic Steamer Fire Dept., East Main Street, 4 P.M. to 5 P.M.
- Sunday, March 7th- LIONS CLUB ANNUAL PANCAKE BREAKFAST. Doubleday-Babcock Senior Center, 8:30 A.M. to 12 Noon.
- Sunday, March 7th- POLAR BEAR PLUNGE (to benefit the United Cerebral Palsy Association of Nassau County). All are welcome- swimmers and supporters. Music and free refreshments. Prizes awarded. TR Park, 1 P.M. For more information, call 378-2000, ext. 648 or www.ucpn.org.
Tuesday, March 9th (Thursday, March 11th; Tuesday, March 23rd; Thursday, March 25th)- SAFE BOATING COURSE for ages 10-18 and for adults (separate class) (via U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary). Bayville Community Center, 88 Bayville Ave., 6 P.M. to 8 P.M. For more information and to REGISTER, call Donna at 628-1439, ext. 16.
Friday, May 21st- JOINT COCKTAIL PARTY OF THE OYSTER BAY AND EAST NORWICH CIVIC ASSOCIATIONS. Sagamore Yacht Club. PLEASE JOIN US. ALL ARE WELCOME.
EAST NORWICH CIVIC ASSOCIATION
United Methodist Church (corner of Vernon Avenue and Route 106- just south of Northern Blvd.), 7:45 P.M.
- Thursday, February 25th - MEETING
- Thursday, March 25th - MEETING
- Thursday, April 22nd - MEETING
- Thursday, May 27th- MEETING
- Thursday, June 24th - MEETING
- Thursday, July 22nd - MEETING
- Thursday, August 26th - MEETING
- Thursday, September 23rd - MEETING
- Thursday, October 28th - MEETING
OYSTER BAY CIVIC ASSOCIATION
Italian-American Club, 48 Summit Street, 7:30 P.M.
- Thursday, March 18th - MEETING
- Thursday, May 20th - MEETING
- Thursday, July 15th - MEETING
- Thursday, September 16th - MEETING
- Thursday, November 18th - MEETING
THEODORE ROOSEVELT SANCTUARY AND AUDUBON CENTER
516-922-3200
http://ny.audubon.org/CentersEdu_TRoosevelt.html
NEXT Monday, February 15th to Thursday, February 18th- 2010 WINTER AUDUBON ADVENTURES PROGRAM, for children ages 4-12. Educators instruct through nature hikes, games, crafts, stories, and live animal presentations, all based around a daily party theme. Activities are designed to incorporate hands-on learning, while encouraging exploration, observation, and problem solving skills.
- Monday, February 15th- Valentine's Party (make an edible Valentine for animals in the wild).
- Tuesday, February 16th- Pajama Party (wear your pj's and learn about what animals do at night).
- Wednesday, February 17th- Green Party (learn about animals that eat greens, and what you can do to make your home greener also).
- Thursday, February 18th- TR Party (learn about TR- the conservation president; visit his final resting place, and learn about his affection for the Sanctuary and Oyster Bay).
** ALL at TR Sanctuary and Audubon Center, 134 Cove Road, 9 A.M. to 2 P.M. For more information, call 922-3200 or calbanese@audubon.org.
Volunteers are sought to help with the upkeep of 15 acres of its wildlife preserve in Oyster Bay Cove. Trail maintenance, wildlife care, office work, fundraising, and education program volunteer opportunities are available. Professional trades welcome for special projects. Contact Aaron Virgin at 922-3200, ext. 29, or avirgin@audubon.org.
OYSTER BAY-EAST NORWICH PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
516-624-6500
http://obenschools.org/
Tuesday, February 23rd- BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING: Budget Forum / Budget Workshop #1. Complete Budget Review. OBHS Library, 7 P.M.
Tuesday, March 2nd- BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING: Budget Workshop #2. Vernon School Cafeteria, 8 P.M.
Friday, March 12th- TASTE OF THE GOLD COAST (OB-EN School District PTSA's biggest fundraiser of the year). Glen Cove Mansion. The PTSA is requesting a $10 donation per family to purchase raffle prizes for the event. Checks can be made payable to "OBHS PTSA" and mailed/delivered to Maria Maloney, 28 Sherwood Gate, Oyster Bay, N.Y. 11771. All other raffle donations are welcome (e.g. sporting event tickets, gift certificates, etc.). For more information, including potential ads in the event's journal, please contact Wendy Smith- finesmit@verizon.net, Linda Stapleton- lindany@optonline.net, or Lisa Natale- lmn312@optonline.net.
Tuesday, March 16th- BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING: Budget Workshop #3. OBHS Library, 8 P.M.
Tuesday, April 6th- BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING: Budget Adoption. OBHS Library, 8 P.M.
Tuesday, May 4th- BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING: Public Budget Hearing. OBHS Library, 8 P.M.
Tuesday, May 18th- OB-EN SCHOOL DISTRICT BUDGET VOTE AND TRUSTEE ELECTION. OBHS Gymnasium Lobby, 7 A.M. to 9 P.M.
WATERFRONT CENTER
516-922-7245
http://www.thewaterfrontcenter.org/
NEXT Tuesday, February 16th- WATERFRONT CENTER WINTER SPEAKER SERIES: TOM CASTIGLIONE (sailmaker for North Sails) will speak on the topic of the art of sail design.
- The home of Frances Storrs, 6 Cove Neck Road, Oyster Bay. Donation of $10 is suggested. For more information, call 922-SAIL (7245) or info@thewfc.org.
PROPOSED EASTERN WATERFRONT PLAN is now on the Town website-
www.oysterbaytown.com. Scroll down to the lower right and click the link for information.
FRIENDS OF THE BAY
516-922-6666
http://friendsofthebay.org/
FRIENDS OF THE BAY RE-ORGANIZATION. Patricia Aitken has recently been named Executive Director (no better person to serve in this capacity, in our opinion- good luck, Pat). Current officers: Barry Lamb, President (former President Beth Dalton-Costello remains on the Board of Directors- thanks for all your years of service, Beth); Mickey Brennan, V.P.; Adrian Kerrigan, V.P.; Elaine Postley, V.P.; Michael Held, Treasurer; Dave Relyea, Secretary. Michelle Massarrone has also joined the staff as office manager. CONGRATULATIONS, GOOD LUCK, AND THANKS TO ALL. KEEP UP THE VERY, VERY GOOD WORK.
Wednesday, March 3rd- FRIENDS OF THE BAY WINTER LECTURE SERIES: DR. MATT DRAUD(Chair of Biology, C.W. Post University) will speak on the diamondback terrapin turtles of Oyster Bay- once critically endangered- and discuss plans for their conservation. FOB offices, 2 Townsend Square (ground floor, next to Il Piato Restaurant), 7 P.M.- doors open; 7:30 P.M.- lecture. For more information, call 922-6666 or info@friendsofthebay.org.
Saturday, April 24th- HARBOR CLEAN-UP (via North Oyster Bay Baymen's Association, Town of Oyster Bay, and Friends of the Bay). All volunteers welcome to assist in clearing debris along the shore, as well as in going out with the Baymen to pick up debris in the harbor- A GREAT WAY FOR STUDENTS AND SCOUTS TO ACQUIRE COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS. Meet at TR Park boat launching ramps, 9 A.M. BBQ after the clean-up for all participants. For more information, please contact the Town at 677-5943.
ST DOMINIC CHURCH
93 Anstice St., Oyster Bay
516-922-4488
Friday, March 26th- ST. DOMINIC GALA AND AUCTION (to benefit St. Dominic schools). Crest Hollow Country Club. Honorees: Elementary School- Corinna and Louis Pillari (Owner, Oyster Bay Funeral Home); High School- Al Carey (1969 graduate) (President and CEO of Frito Lay North America). For ticket, table, and sponsorship opportunities, contact Jennifer Lister at jlister@stdoms.org or 922-4488, ext. 2201.
PANTRY needs (including supermarket gift cards) are in need for our neighbors and can be dropped off at the St. Dominic Social Ministry office (off the parking lot behind the chapel) or the Parish Office (across the street from the chapel) (922-4488, ext. 1277). Monday to Thursday, from 8 A.M. to 3 P.M.
CLOTHING needed (children's clothing in all sizes, women's clothing in sizes 10 and 12, and winter hats, scarves, gloves, and socks). St. Dominic Parish Ministry Office (behind the chapel; 922-4488, ext. 1277), Monday to Thursday from 8 A.M. to 3 P.M.
DRIVERS NEEDED. Drivers needed to transport neighbors to medical appointments in Oyster Bay-East Norwich and surrounding areas. Please call St. Dominic Social Ministry (922-4488, ext. 1277).
To transport veterans for clinic appointments at Northport VA Medical Center. For more information, call 631-261-4400, ext. 7183.
To deliver Meals on Wheels to needy neighbors. For more information, call Jane at 922-5217.
BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP (via St. Dominic Social Ministry). Wednesdays, from April 22-May 27, 7:30 P.M. For more information: 922-4488, ext. 1277.
SCHOOL SUPPLIES AND GIFT CERTIFICATES FOR NEW SHOES/SNEAKERS REQUESTED. Supplies and gift certificates for new shoes/sneakers can be dropped off at the St. Dominic Social Ministry Office (behind the chapel; 922-4488, ext. 1277) Monday to Thursday from 8 A.M. to 3 P.M.
OYSTER BAY RAILROAD MUSEUM
516-558-7036
http://www.oysterbayrailroadmuseum.org/
Every Saturday - Visit The Oyster Bay Railroad Museum Preview Center - and help them grow. 100-102 Audrey Avenue (just north of the gazebo/bandstand- on the right side).
Volunteers Needed - Preview center volunteers, guides for the turntable/railroad car site (PAID POSITION), carpenters, welders, and other handy personnel(!), photographers, videographers. All assistance welcome. For more information, please call 558-7036.
**PLEASE SUPPORT THEM- http://www.oysterbayrailroadmuseum.org/.
OYSTER BAY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
516-922-5032
http://www.oysterbayhistory.org/
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE OYSTER BAY HISTORICAL SOCIETY IN THEIR RECENT GROUND-BREAKING FOR CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW RESEARCH AND COLLECTIONS CENTER. After 10 years of planning and fundraising, construction is expected to take approx. 7-8 months, with the new building to be located directly behind Earle-Wightman House at 20 Summit Street (across from the Italian-American Club). Congratulations to Executive Director Tom Kuehhas and the entire Board for a job very well done. To make a contribution, call 922-5032 or visit www.oysterbayhistory.org.
OYSTER BAY TOWN HISTORIAN JOHN HAMMOND HAS WRITTEN A NEW BOOK: "IMAGES OF OYSTER BAY", featuring over 200 vintage photographs. The book is available at area bookstores, online, or via Arcadia Publishing (www.arcadiapublishing.com or 888-313-2665). A portion of the proceeds of books purchased via the OB Historical Society will go to the building fund for the Historical Society's Angela Koenig Research and Collection Center.
NORTH SHORE LAND ALLIANCE
516-626-0908
http://www.northshorelandalliance.org/home.htm
Seeking individuals and organizations to help protect and preserve the natural areas that protect our drinking water, including assistance in community outreach, nature walks, stewarding preserves, fundraising and special events, and more. For more information, contact Andrea Millwood at 626-0908 or andrea@northshorelandalliance.org.
PLANTING FIELDS ARBORETUM
516-922-9210
http://plantingfields.org/
Sunday, February 21st- MARDIS GRAS GALA, a family day of horse and carriage rides, children's performances, environmental displays, prize giveaways, and more. Planting Fields Arboretum, 11 A.M. to 4 P.M. For more information, call 922-8600 or 631-321-3510.
Sunday, February 21st- CONCERT AT COE HALL: PIANIST DARIA RABOTKINA. Coe Hall at Planting Fields Arboretum, 2:30 P.M. For more information and to purchase tickets, contact Tracy Potavin at 922-8676 or tpotavin@plantingfields.org.
Sunday, March 21st- CONCERT AT COE HALL: ENSEMBLE SCHUMANN (Sally Pinkas- piano, Steve Larson- viola, and Thomas Gallant- oboe). Coe Hall at Planting Fields Arboretum, 2:30 P.M. For more information and to purchase tickets, contact Tracy Potavin at 922-8676 or tpotavin@plantingfields.org.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT PLANTING FIELDS ARBORETUM. The Arboretum and Coe Hall are recruiting volunteers to lead groups of visitors on a new hour-long tour of Coe Hall, as well as to assist in the gift shop, gardens, and greenhouses. Contact Elsa at 922-8670 or eeisenberg@plantingfields.org.
YOUTH AND FAMILY COUNSELING AGENCY OF OYSTER BAY-EAST NORWICH
516-922-6867
http://www.yfcaoysterbay.org/
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MEETINGS every Monday evening at the Youth and Family Counseling Agency (193A South Street- across from OB Fire Dept., 922-6867), 7:30 P.M. to 8:30 P.M.
SUBSTANCE ABUSE GROUP MEETINGS Monday to Thursday evenings at the Youth and Family Counseling Agency (193A South Street- across from OB Fire Dept., 922-6867). To ENROLL, please call the Agency at 922-6867.
BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF OYSTER BAY-EAST NORWICH
516-922-9285
www.bgcoben.org
THIS Friday, February 12th- VALENTINE'S DAY ART WORKSHOP. For Boys and Girls Club members in grades K-3.
Boys and Girls Club, 4 P.M. to 4:45 P.M. For more information and to REGISTER, contact Valerie Buscemi at vbuscemi@bgoben.org.
NEXT Monday, February 15th to Friday, February 19th- BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB DAY CAMP, including on-site days and tentative trips including movies, bowling, and Chuck E. Cheese.
- Boys and Girls Club. For more information and to REGISTER, contact Valerie Buscemi at vbuscemi@bgoben.org.
Youth Employment Program, members only, contact Joan Adomsky, ext. 13.
STUDENT JOB OPPORTUNITIES, COLLEGE / JOB INTERVIEW PREP., AND RESUME ASSISTANCE. For more information, contact Joan Adomsky at the Boys and Girls Club of Oyster Bay-East Norwich at 922-9285, ext. 13. Employers interested in listing their job openings can also contact Joan for further information.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: COACHES AND REFEREES AT BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB for the boys and girls intramural basketball program, already started on September 21st and running for 8 weeks. For more information, contact Kurt LeBright, athletic supervisor, at 922-9285, ext. 20 or KLeBright@bgcoben.org.
REGISTRATION FOR BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS AT THE BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF OYSTER BAY-EAST NORWICH. Now open to the general public (i.e. not just for Club members). For more information, contact Bill Waters, childcare director, at 922-9285, ext. 17.
STUDENT JOB OPPORTUNITIES, COLLEGE / JOB INTERVIEW PREP., AND RESUME ASSISTANCE. For more information, contact Joan Adomsky at the Boys and Girls Club of Oyster Bay-East Norwich at 922-9285, ext. 13. Employers interested in listing their job openings can also contact Joan for further information.
OF INTEREST TO YOUTH:
SEWING CLASSES FOR CHILDREN. Classes for children 8 and older will be held at the Christ Church Parish Hall under the instruction of Barbara Genco. For more information, call Barbara Genco at 922-6706.
TAKE A LOOK AT A GREAT COMMUNITY PROJECT RECENTLY UNDERTAKEN BY SEVERAL STUDENTS FROM EASTWOODS SCHOOL at the direction of Bonnie Boisits, owner of the newly opened CHASE EDWARDS FINE ART GALLERY here in Oyster Bay- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bY13st_oU5E. More information is at the Chase Edwards blog- http://chaseedwardsgallery.com/Blog.aspx.
FUNDRAISERS FOR LOCAL CHILDREN:
Ongoing - OB-EN Boys and Girls Club Fundraiser: "TEDDY'S FOURTH OF JULY" LIMITED EDITION PRINTS NOW AVAILABLE by local resident and world-renowned artist MORT KUNSTLER. 922-9285 to order a print.
ENROLL IN STOP AND SHOP'S A+ PROGRAM TO BENEFIT THE OB-EN SCHOOL DISTRICT AND/OR ST. DOMINIC SCHOOL BUILDING OF YOUR CHOICE. Register your Stop and Shop card and select the school building you would like your purchases to benefit. At the end of each month, purchase points will be converted to a cash value. A check from Stop and Shop will then be sent to the school district / St. Dominic school, as applicable. Call 877-275-2758 or visit the website below to register your Stop and Shop cards:
https://www.stopandshop.com/our_stores/bonus_bucks/designate_school.htm%3bjsessionid=403B17E75EAAB0EEE4AB08D112E6DC0D.www2?execution=e1s1.
The ID numbers below are necessary to complete your registration: Oyster Bay H.S.- 06600, James H. Vernon- 06591, Theodore Roosevelt- 06618, St. Dominic Elementary School- 06038.
OF INTEREST TO SENIORS
DOUBLEDAY-BABCOCK SENIOR CENTER
516-922-1770
http://www.dbsconline.org/
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED - for assistance in a variety of tasks. For more information, please call 922-1770.
CELIA FLOWER SENIOR CITIZEN FOOD PANTRY and SILVER THREADS CLOTHING SHOP. Food pantry offers a variety of canned goods and non-perishables for those in need of a little extra help, and the clothing shop offers gently used clothing at gentle prices. Doubleday Babcock Senior Center (922-1770), Wednesday, 10:00 A.M. to 3 P.M.- Food Pantry: Tuesday thru Friday, 10 A.M. to 3 P.M.- Clothing Shop.
N.Y. PRESCRIPTION SAVER CARD. New discount card for New York residents age 50-64 or are Social Security Disabled. Income limit up to $35,000 (single) / $50,000 (married couples not receiving Medicaid). For more information, call 1-800-788-6917.
ADULT DAY CARE SERVICE via DOUBLEDAY-BABCOCK SENIOR CENTER'S "DAY BREAK", including socialization and recreation, respite for caregivers, and exercise. Christ Church Parish Hall, weekdays from 9:30 A.M. to 3:30 P.M. For more information, call 922-1770.
CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP. Doubleday-Babcock Senior Center, alternate Mondays from January 26th to August 10th, 4:30 P.M. to 5:30 P.M. For more information, call Edna at 922-1770.
HEALTH & WELLNESS EVENTS
INDOOR GOLF LESSONS AT OB-EN BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB. Professional Peter Duvall from Muttontown Golf Club uses golf simulators to compare your swing to professional golfer's swings. One-on-one as well as group drills. For more information, call Kurt LeBright at 922-9285, ext. 20 or www.bgcoben.org.
FREE CANCER SCREENINGS FOR THE UN-INSURED. Free mammograms and cervical cancer screenings for women age 50 and over, and free colorectal cancer screenings for men and women age 50 and over. For more information, call 516-572-3300.
FREE RADIOLOGICAL SERVICES FOR THE UN-INSURED. One Sunday per month, Zwanger-Pesiri Radiology is providing services at no charge to un-insured Long Island residents. For more information and to schedule an appointment, call 631-930-9464 or www.ZPgivebacksundays.org.
SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (SNAP) available for those in need. Visit www.fns.usda.gov/fsp/.
VETERANS HOTLINE. Long Island Crisis Center counselors are available at all times to help veterans and their families cope with post-traumatic stress disorders. For more information, call 679-1111.
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MEETINGS every Monday evening at the Youth and Family Counseling Agency (193A South Street- across from OB Fire Dept., 922-6867), 7:30 P.M. to 8:30 P.M.
CPR AND FIRST AID CLASSES OFFERED. For more information, visit http://oysterbayfd.com/ (under "Community Education" at the top of the page) or contact Pete Hosey at phosey@oysterbayfd.com.
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
60 East Main Street
Oyster Bay, NY 11771
ALANON MEETINGS every Wednesday evening at The First Presbyterian Church (across from Doubleday-Babcock Senior Center on East Main Street- 922-5477), 7:30 P.M.
OYSTER BAY-EAST NORWICH PUBLIC LIBRARY
516-922-1212
http://www.oysterbaylibrary.org/Newsite/index.html
PLAY BRIDGE every Monday evening at the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Library, (516-922-1212) 7 P.M. Bring a partner or come on your own. Beginners welcome.
CENTRO CULTURAL HISPANO OF OYSTER BAY-EAST NORWICH
English as a Second Language Classes 3 levels of study are offered: Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced. MORNINGS: Tuesday to Friday, 9 A.M. to 11 A.M.; EVENINGS: Monday to Thursday, 7 P.M. to 9 P.M. For REGISTRATION information, please contact Centro Cultural Hispano at 558-7020.
MISCELLANEOUS
BACKGAMMON SERIES every Wednesday evening at Fiddleheads Restaurant. Play is open to all levels and instruction will be provided during open play. Open Play, 7 P.M.; Tournament Play, 8 P.M. For more information, call Mike Dougherty at 306-3433.
PRINT AND CIRCULATE A COMMUNITY FLYER RE GARBAGE AND RECYCLE REMINDERS at http://www.obca.net/ (a joint effort of Centro Cultural Hispano, EN Civic Assoc., Friends of the Bay, OB Chamber of Commerce, OB Civic Assoc., and OB Main Street Assoc.).
NEW TOWN TREE ORDINANCE now in effect. Any tree 8 inches in diameter (measured at 4.5 feet above the ground) requires a TREE PERMIT for removal. Information, Questions, Concerns- Town of Oyster Bay- 797-7956 (Weekdays); 677-5350 (Weekends).
OLD PROPANE TANKS? Drop them off at Dodds and Eder for appropriate disposal.
ADD YOUR PHONE NUMBER TO THE TOWN OF OYSTER BAY'S EMERGENCY NOTIFICATION SYSTEM. Call the Town Dept. of Public Safety at 677-5350.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
COAST GUARD AUXILIARY. Members are needed for the Oyster Bay Flotilla of the Coast Guard Auxiliary. Support the missions of the Coast Guard and Homeland Security, and support the Auxiliary's Recreational Boating Safety Programs. Meetings are the 2nd Monday of each month at The Waterfront Center, 7:30 P.M. No experience or boat required to join! Visit
http://www.cgauxoysterbay.org for more information.
FIREFIGHTERS. Contact Oyster Bay Fire Company No. 1 at 922-1226.
DONATIONS SOUGHT
PANTRY NEEDS (including supermarket gift cards).
*Celia Flower Food Pantry (via Youth and Family Counseling of OB-EN- 922-6867, and Doubleday-Babcock Senior Center- 922-1770).
*North Shore Community Church Food Pantry, 209 South Street (just north of Dodds and Eder; 922-7322).
GENERAL COMMUNITY INFO.
GET CONNECTED TO LONG ISLAND'S LOCAL HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCIES AND PROGRAMS: DIAL "2-1-1" or VISIT https://211longisland.communityos.org/cms//. Business lines and some cell phones may need to dial 888-774-7633.
ONGOING FEBRUARY ACTIVITIES AT SAGAMORE HILL- FREE GUIDED NATURE WALKS (each Sunday, February 14th, 21st, and 28th). Meet at the Visitor Center, 2 P.M. (approx. 1 hour program). The walk is less than 1 mile, but requires hiking on some hilly terrain and, potentially, on some snow and ice covered trails.
FREE FEBRUARY FITNESS CLASSES AT EVOSPORT FITNESS. In recognition of February as "Women's Heart Disease Awareness Month", Evosport (South Street, next to Bernstein's Hardware) is offering the following classes every Thursday in February free of charge. Beginners and all are welcome. Zumba Dance/Aerobics- 8:30 A.M.; Body Sculpting- 5:30 P.M.; Martial Arts/Self Defense- 6:30 P.M. For more information, call 628-3488.
OLD FLUORESCENT LIGHT BULBS (THE TWISTY ONES!)? Drop them off at any Home Depot for proper disposal (they contain small amounts of mercury that should not be deposited into regular garbage pick-up). Changing over to these bulbs will reduce your electricity use at home and the office, and will prevent greenhouse gas emissions that lead to global climate change. Lighting accounts for close to 20% of the average home's electric bill. Qualified (Energy Star) fluorescent bulbs use up to 75% less energy (electricity) than traditional incandescent bulbs, last up to 10 times longer, cost little up front, and provide a quick return on investment. Please try to do your part.
FREE FIREWOOD VIA TOWN OF OYSTER BAY. Every Friday (after 3 P.M.), Saturday (7 A.M. to 4 P.M.), and Sunday (7 A.M. to 4 P.M.) to mid-March. Town Public Works Garage, 150 Miller Place, Syosset. For more information, call 677-5757.
WWW.LETSAYTHANKS.COM. Pick out a thank you card and Xerox will print it and send it to a service person who is currently serving overseas.
MORE EVENTS & INFORMATION AT:
OYSTER BAY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
516-922-6464
http://visitoysterbay.com/welcome.jsp
OYSTER BAY MAIN STREET ASSOC. 516-922-6982
http://www.oysterbaymainstreet.org/
RAYNHAM HALL MUSEUM
516-922-6808
http://www.raynhamhallmuseum.org/
SAGAMORE HILL
516-922-4788
http://www.nps.gov/sahi/
Copyright © 2010. By Rosalinda Morgan, "The Rose Lady". All rights reserved. *OYSTER BAY - EAST NORWICH COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARD - JANUARY 2010*
If you are interested in selling or buying a home in Brookville, Muttontown, Oyster Bay, East Norwich, Oyster Bay Cove, Syosset, Laurel Hollow, Bayville, Centre Island and Mill Neck,
please contact Rosalinda Morgan, "The Rose Lady".
Ph - 516-385-0584
Email - linda@rosalindamorgan.com
Website - www.rosalindamorgan.com
