Upcoming Meetings and Events:;  Tues. 4/25 - ​ North Shore Board of Education Meet the Candidates Forum, North Shore HS Cafeteria, 8 pm; Wed. 4/26 - NS Coalition Against Substance Abuse Meeting, NS HS Library, 730 pm; Friends of Sea Cliff Library Fundraiser, Still Partners, 7-9 pm.   

Sat. 4/29 - Sea Cliff Beach Clean-up, 9 am;  Mon. 5/1 - Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center Tolerance Benefit, 6 pm; Tues. 5/2 - NY American Water Town Hall Meeting sponsored by GHGW Civics Associations, North Shore HS Auditorium, 7;30 pm

 (click for complete calendar, including Gold ​Coast and Sea Cliff Library Events)
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April 24, 2017

​THREE EDUCATORS VIE FOR TWO NORTH SHORE BOE SEATS; MEET THE CANDIDATES FORUM ON TUESDAY, APRIL 25 AT 8 PM

Last year's Meet the Candidates forum

April 18, 2017 -- With two seats up for grabs, three residents met last Monday's 5 pm deadline for submitting petitions to run as candidates in the North Shore Schools Board of Education Trustees Election to be held on Tuesday, May 16. Incumbent Joanna Commander, of Glen Head, is seeking her second three-year term, while Cheryl Yodis Brown and Richard Galati, also of Glen Head, are running for the first time.   It is an at-large election, with the top two vote getters each earning a spot on the Board.     READ MORE

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LETTERS FROM THE CANDIDATES

JOANNA COMMANDER - CANDIDATE FOR NORTH SHORE SCHOOLS BOE  

Received from Joanna Commander, Glen Head
April 20, 2017

To the Editor,
 
I am happy to announce my candidacy for re-election to the North Shore Schools Board of Education. 
During my tenure on the Board, I’ve worked diligently to represent everyone in the district as a as a steward of our taxes and quality of our schools.  I am particularly proud of the work I’ve done to insure the health and well-being of our students. READ MORE

CHERYL BROWN - CANDIDATE FOR NORTH SHORE SCHOOLS BOE

Received from Cheryl Brown, Glen Head
April 22, 2017

To the Editor,

My name is Cheryl Brown, and I would like to announce that I am running for a position on the Board of Education in the North Shore School District. I am really excited and honored to be a candidate and I am committed to representing our children and our community. I have lived in Glen Head for 8 years with my husband Rob. We have three children who attend the North Shore Schools . . .READ MORE

RICHARD GALATI - CANDIDATE FOR NORTH SHORE SCHOOLS BOE 

Received from Richard Galati, Glen Head
April 23, 2017

​I respectfully announce that I am a candidate for Trustee of the North Shore Schools Board of Education, a district that I have been associated with for over 30 years as a dedicated faculty member at North Shore High School. Twenty eight years ago, my wife, Darlene, and I made the conscious decision to relocate to Glen Head  to raise our children, a decision very much based on my wonderful experiences as a teacher at North Shore.  READ MORE

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THE FOLLOWING CANDIDATES STATEMENTS WERE PROVIDED TO THE NORTH SHORE SCHOOL DISTRICT

CHERYL BROWN

​Occupation: For 21 years, I have been a 1st grade teacher in Islip School District.  I have educated over 475 plus students . . . READ MORE

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JOANNA COMMANDER

​Occupation: Retired educator.  Teacher and coach at Elmont High School; District Director of Health, Physical Education and Athletics . . . READ MORE

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RICHARD GALATI

Occupation: Prior to my retirement in 2016, I was a high school science teacher for 33 years, the last 31 of which were at North Shore High School.  READ MORE

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MORE NEWS

THREE YEARS AFTER MUDSLIDE, A PLAN TO REMEDIATE SLOPE IS PRESENTED TO SC PLANNING BOARD 

April 22, 2017 --At a meeting of the Sea Cliff Planning Board this past Wednesday evening, a representative for Bay Avenue Associates LLC, the owner of the property, the backyard of which three years ago  was washed into Hempstead Harbor after a heavy rain induced mudslide, presented the owner’s proposal for remediating the slope. READ MORE 

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SC BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE HOLDS THIRD ANNUAL SPRING FLING FUNDRAISER

April 24, 2017 -- Residents once again turned out for the Sea Cliff Beautification Committee's third annual "Spring Fling" this past Thursday evening at the Metropolitan Bistro. With Bill Long, owner of the restaurant, offering a delicious assortment of complimentary hors d'oeuvres, fling goers schmoozed and learned about the many services the Beautification Committee volunteers provide in preserving and enhancing the Village's natural beauty and charm. READ MORE

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COMMITTEE BEGINS PLANS FOR GLEN COVE'S 11TH ANNUAL SENIOR RECOGNITION DAY 

April 20, 2017…Glen Cove, New York…The City of Glen Cove holds its senior citizen community in great esteem as it proactively promotes their vitality through a number of city activities and program offerings.  Now in its 11th year, a planning committee which includes representatives of Mayor Spinello’s office, the Glen Cove Senior Center and Youth Bureau, The Regency Assisted Living, The Atria at Glen Cove Assisted Living, Glen Cove Hospital Northwell Health, Glengariff Health Care Center, Office of Legislator DeRiggi-Whitton, the Glen Cove Chamber of Commerce and the Downtown B.I.D. have joined together to create another dynamic program for the 2017 celebration. READ MORE

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LIBRARY FUNDING DOMINATES DISCUSSION DURING SEA CLIFF BUDGET HEARING 

Residents watch slides of budget data at public hearing

April 23, 2017 -- On Tuesday April 18, the Sea Cliff Village Board held a public hearing for the Village’s 2017-18 budget.  The $5,855,457 spending plan represents a 2.6% increase over the current year.  The tax levy will rise by 2.38% - below the New York State imposed tax levy limit by just over 12,000. READ MORE

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OTHER HEADLINES FROM APRIL 18 VILLAGE BOARD MEETING

- VILLAGE-WIDE REASSESSMENT UNDER CONSIDERATION
- BOARD PONDERS PURCHASE OF ALTAMONT AVENUE PROPERTY

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PLAY BALL!  SEA CLIFF BASEBALL AND NORTH SHORE SOFTBALL SEASON OPENS WITH ANNUAL PARADE​

After an early morning mist, the skies cleared just in time for the start of the Sea Cliff Baseball and North Shore Softball Leagues' opening day parade that took the young players down Sea Cliff Avenue to Clifton Park, where John Canning emceed the festivities.  Resident Cathy Virgilio sang the Star Spangled Banner, Mayor Ed Lieberman threw out the ceremonial first pitch and the assembled players, parents, and coaches assembled belted out a stirring rendition of Take Me Out to the Ball Game.

NORTH SHORE SCHOOLS ARE HUNGRY TO HELP!

​This year, The North Shore HS Acoustic Café Club decided to start an initiative to help the Hungry for Music charity. Hungry for Music collects used musical instruments and puts them in the hands of kids who cannot afford them. This year, the Spring concerts in all five district schools will serve as Hungry for Music collection centers. Mr. Wankel and Dr. Gerver, along with the help of Jodie Larson and the Tri-M Music Honor Society, will coordinate these efforts. READ MORE

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GLEN COVE YOUTH BUREAU HOSTS EASTER BUNNY BREAKFAST TO WELCOME SPRING

April 17, 2017 …The Glen Cove Youth Bureau opened its doors on Saturday, April 8th to welcome local children and their parents for a special spring breakfast.   Featured guest, a costumed Easter Bunny, posed with the kids for festive picture taking.  In addition, the children enjoyed a scrumptious breakfast, holiday crafts and tasting delicious cookies generously donated by Angela’s Bakery.  READ MORE

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LETTERS

JOANNA COMMANDER FOR NORTH SHORE SCHOOL BOARD

Received from Lori Berglin,  
​April 23, 2017

To the Editor:
   Please join me in supporting Joanna Commander for Trustee of the North Shore Schools Board of Education. Joanna has dedicated her life to the well being of students. Prior to retiring, she was a health and physical education teacher and a highly respected Athletic Director. She continues to be involved in Athletics organizing and supervising ticket sales and staffing for all Nassau County High School playoff games. Having worked closely with Joanna, I can confidently say that as a leader, she is extremely organized, sets clear parameters, holds people accountable, and is thorough in her pursuit of excellence! READ MORE

RICH GALATI FOR NORTH SHOOLS BOE

Received from Kristen Hanson, Centerport  
​April 23, 2017

To the Editor
My name is Kristen Hanson (Lincks) and I am a member of North Shore's Class of 1998.  I write to you with a voice that has tremendous affection and a deep appreciation for the area which I was raised and educated in, the area I chose to reside in during my twenties and was also fortunate enough to be a teacher in the Special Education department at North Shore High School for eight years.  
  Five generations ago, my maternal side of the family planted their roots in the promenade section of Glen Head when my great-great grandparents bought a home in my old neighborhood. READ MORE

RICHARD GALATI - HONESTY, INTEGRITY, DEVOTION

Received from Angelo Grande
April 24, 2017

To the Editor:
          It is both a privilege and an honor for me to write this letter of support for Richard Galati. Richard is running for the position of trustee on the North Shore School Board. I have known Richard as a former colleague and friend for thirty years.  He is married to Dr. Darlene Galati and has four children, all graduates of the North Shore Schools.  Richard recently retired from North Shore High School with over thirty years as a Distinguished Science teacher.  Richard was the recipient of the 2016 North Shore High School Yearbook Dedication Award.  READ MORE
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​BLOGS​
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THE GREAT BOOK​ GURU

​ANN DIPIETRO

​TRULY MADLY GUILTY

 Dear Great Book Guru,   I was at a Sea Cliff Baseball game the other day supporting my favorite team “The Artful Dodgers” when one of the parents mentioned a book he had particularly enjoyed.  It was by the same author who had written for the very popular TV series “Big Lies, Little Secrets.” Any thoughts? Fan of Sea Cliff Baseball

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NORTH SHORE SCHOOLS ATHLETICS WEEKLY HIGHLIGHTS CLICK HERE 
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CIVICS UPDATES 

GEORGE POMBAR
President - Glen Head Glenwood Civics Associations

April 17, 2017
Good evening, hope everyone enjoyed the Holidays and the great weather!!  Since we have been getting many calls from residents wishing to have questions answered about the water company, not only about the tower but also about their request for a rate increase and our community plans to address these issues, the local Civics have decided to hold a Town Hall meeting on the subject on TUESDAY MAY 2ND AT THE NSHS at 7:30 PM.  - READ MORE

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THE GLOVE AND BAG INITIATIVE

​THE GARDEN'S EDGE​​​​
​​​DONNA KIANKA
Winter’s Edge ​Micro Farm, Sea Cliff, N.Y.
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Spring is here! Really here. Snow is melting and flowers are popping up. We are finally looking like we can shake the hand of winter and move into a season of birds, flowers and sunny days. But as I look around I see all that and something else……garbage. We have litter in our streets and in our parks. Garbage left over from the sad days of winter which are marring our view and the enjoyment of the beauty of our communities. And yes, although we have a very attentive Department of Public Works, they cannot do it all. READ MORE

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SCHOOLS NEWS

NORTH SHORE HIGH SCHOOL ROBOGYM ROBOTICS TEAM ADVANCES TO QUARTERFINALS

Congratulations to the North Shore High School Robogym Robotics Team on a wonderful season! Mr. Stephen Peroni said, “Our team had a great performance after thousands of hours of hard work and dedication by all. At both the Hudson Valley Regional and the SBPLI regional at Hofstra, our team was able to earn many points during qualifiers, and the team's members were able to interact with peers who were interested in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) from the United States, Brazil, Ecuador, the Dominican Republic, India and Turkey. The following weekend was the SBPLI regional and the Robogym Robotics Team was able to advance to the quarterfinals, plus the team was selected to the alliance of the 2nd seed, which was greeted with much excitement from all members of our team.  

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MANDARIN INTEGRATED INTO THE CURRICULUM AT NORTH SHORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS

The Mandarin program in the North Shore Elementary Schools is a content-connected program which uses an interdisciplinary model to deliver both language and content instruction through a communicative approach. Mandarin is used for a minimum of 90% of the instructional time which follows the guidelines of the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL). READ MORE

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UPCOMING EVENTS

NS COALITION AGAINST SUBSTANCE ABUSE MEETING ON APRIL 26, 2017

March 24, 2017 (Reposted April 9) --The North Shore Coalition Against Substance Abuse (CASA), an organization that is forming locally with a mission to change the culture and environment that contribute to alcohol and drug abuse, and which represents a collective response to several substance abuse related tragedies involving young people in the North Shore area in recent years, is reaching out to all segments of the community to get involved.  The group will be holding its next meeting on April 26 in the High School Library at 7:30 pm.  READ MORE 

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SCOTT SHARRED & THE BRICKYARD BAND COMES TO SEA CLIFF

Set the scene, dimly lit Edison bulbs, tasty bites and fantastic music. April 27th at Still Partners, that funky music loving gastro pub on Sea Cliff Avenue that hosts some of the best music on Long Island is having an extra special night. Scott Sharrard, an American musical artist widely known as the lead guitarist and musical director of the Gregg Allman Band is stopping in to rock the Still Partners stage. READ MORE

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HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL & TOLERANCE CENTER PRESENTS THE UNVEILING OF "TEARS OF HOLOCAUST" BY MICHAEL IZRAEL GALMER

Holocaust Memorial & Tolerance Center of Nassau County Presents
the Unveiling of a Permanent Sculpture Installation by 
Silver Artist Michael Izrael Galmer
“Tears of the Holocaust” 
Sunday, May 21, 2017 at 2 p.m.
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PEACE CELEBRATION AT BROOKVILLE MULTIFAITH CAMPUS   

The Brookville Multifaith Campus is dedicated to promoting peace and understanding across religious lines, and will be dedicating a new Peace Pole along with a Day of Hope Prayer Service.
A Peace Pole is a monument that displays the message, “May Peace Prevail on Earth” in the language of the country where it has been placed, and at least three additional translations. Our Peace Pole is translated into Dutch to reflect our 285 year history with the Protestant Dutch Reformed Church, Hebrew to represent the Jewish members of our multifaith campus and in Arabic to reflect the Muslim members of our campus. READ MORE

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MARJORIE VAN DE STOUWE: AWAKENINGS A SOLO EXHIBITION AT HIRSH FINE ART MAY 13 - JUNE 17

 Glen Cove, NY--Hersh Fine Art is pleased to announce Awakenings, a solo exhibition of paintings by Long Island artist Marjorie van de Stouwe. Awakenings will be on view from May 13 until June 17,  2017.  The artist will be present for an opening reception on Saturday, May 13, from 6 to 8pm. READ MORE

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MARITAL MILESTONES BY STEPHEN CSOKA OPENING AT SHELTER ROCK ART GALLERY APRIL 30

In 1935, artist Stephen Csoka, made his first anniversary painting for his wife Margaret. In time, the anniversary paintings/drawings grew to over 50 in number.  Stephen named these artworks Marital Milestones as indicated by the road marker in each image. Illustrated with a great deal of humor, the Milestones are a record of a family moving through the formidable events of life. Each piece depicts important events from Stephen and Margaret’s life from the previous year. READ MORE

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JOIN US FOR THE - AAA BIKE RODEO AT GLEN HEAD SCHOOL ON APRIL 29

The Boy Scout Troop 195, Glen Head School PTO and North Shore Community Youth Organization will be hosting the AAA Bike Rodeo on April 29th from 9:00 – 11:00AM, weather permitting.(Rain will cause this event to be canceled automatically.) READ MORE

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THE NORTH SHORE AUDUBON SOCIETY PRESENTS"WARBLERS AND THEIR SONGS" APRIL 25

The North Shore Audubon Society presents  “Warblers and their Songs ”  by Joe Giunta
Tuesday, April 25, 2017, 7 PM, Manhasset Public Library, 30 Onderdonk Avenue, Manhasset NY 11030.  www.northshoreaudubon.org   Open to the general public.  Admission is Free.
Mr. Giunta, a native New Yorker, has been an avid birder in the NY region for over 25 years.  He is the birding instructor for the Brooklyn Botanic Garden and has lead bird walks for many organizations including Nature Conservancy, NYC Audubon, and Brooklyn Bird Club.  He is the owner of Happy Warblers LLC, a birding and educational travel company.  Joe will help us learn to bird by ear. He will play the songs of warblers that migrate in the spring, accompanied by his fabulous photos. Often a song will be the only clue as to who is hiding in the shrubbery. Join us and learn their beautiful songs. 

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"TASTE OF LONG ISLAND" BENEFIT AT HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL AND TOLERANCE CENTER MAY 1

You’re Invited to 
The Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County’s 
Tolerance Benefit: “Taste of Long Island” and Silent Auction
Monday, May 1, 2017, at 6:00 p.m.
Glen Cove, NY... Experience a taste of Long Island’s best restaurants at the Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County’s (HMTC) annual Tolerance Benefit: “Taste of Long Island.”  This year’s benefit features a tasting event and silent auction on Monday, May 1, 2017, at 6 p.m. at Westbury Manor, 1100 Jericho Turnpike, Westbury, NY.  In addition, three middle and high-school students will be presented with the Friedlander Upstander Award and one Long Island college student will be awarded the Daniel Gillman Goodfellow Award. READ MORE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

SEA CLIFF BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP

The death of a loved one may cause one to experience an intense variety of undesired feelings and emotions.  These feelings may be difficult to cope with.  They can disrupt a person’s life for a very long time.  We may turn to family and friends for support, which may not be as helpful as we might need.  Family members may also be experiencing their own grief, thus unable to offer much support.  Often friends may find it difficult to listen to or understand the emotional pain a grieving person may experience. READ MORE

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NASSAU COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART SEEKS VOLUNTEERS

Nassau County Museum of Art in Roslyn Harbor announces new opportunities for volunteers. The Museum is particularly interested in hearing from applicants who can work on either a weekend day or a weekday at the front desk or in the Museum Store. Different time shifts are available. READ MORE

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PLAN NOW FOR THE 2017 AROUND LONG ISLAND REGATTA

It's A New Year So It's Time To Start Planning for The 41st ALIRThe Notice of Race has been posted and registration is now open at YachtScoring.com
Can we suggest these New Year's resolutions:

1. Put the 41st Around Long Island Regatta on your calendar - click here to download an .ics file
2. Register for the 41st Around Island Regatta at YachtScoring.com
3. Assemble your crew for the 41st Around Long Island Regatta
4. Have fun sailing in the 41st Around Long Island Regatta

The Around Long Island Regatta Committee wishes you safe passage and fair winds in 2017!

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THAT WILD, WACKY SEA CLIFF GOLF EVENT IS COMING AGAIN

2015 Championship Trophy Ceremony

Save the Date, Saturday, September 9.
Yes, that zany, crazy golf event through the front and back lawns, hidden gardens, parks and passageways of our 133 year old Victorian village is back. The Sea Cliff Good of the Village Association will use this delightfully wacky contest as their primary fundraiser for 2017. Watch for further details. The Association is seeking sponsors for this special event. For information contact Sheila Wenger at sheilawenger@danielgale.com.

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​GLEN COVE YOUTH BUREAU ANNOUNCES 2017 SUMMER YOUTH EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM

Glen Cove Youth Bureau Announces 2017 Summer Youth Employment Program
Dates Set for Summer Youth Employment Applications and Sign-up Meetings January 31, 2017 - Glen Cove, NY…For over 30 years, the City of Glen Cove Youth Bureau has provided summer employment opportunities for Glen Cove residents between the ages 14-22 years old.  READ MORE

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​WANNA BE A LIFEGUARD?

​​VILLAGE OF SEA CLIFF - LIFEGUARD SEARCH  FOR THE 2017 BEACH SEASON - Must be 16 years of age,  possess Grade I certification and eligible for  Grade II (Bay, calm water) in May, enjoy working with young children/families.  Be available Memorial Day thru Labor Day.  Contact Marianne Lennon @ Village Hall for information/application, 671-0080.

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​ART AND MUSEUM EXHIBITS 

RETROSPECTIVE OF HALSTON, FAMED FASHION DESIGNER, AT NASSAU COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART

March 25, 2017 -- The Nassau County Museum of Art's latest exhibit, Halston Style, will be on display through June.  The comprehensive retrospective of the work of the American fashion designer, Roy Halston Frowick, features rooms of elegantly clothed mannequins, original sketches, and a rich array of photographs and artifacts that accompanied by film and video documentation tell the story of Halston's career, designs, collaborations, and influence.  READ MORE

TAKE ME OUT TO THE BALL GAME AT THE NS HISTORICAL SOCIETY

April 7 – August 19, 2017
The exhibit focuses on the first 100 years of organized, mainly professional, baseball in America—on some of its greatest players; on various cultural aspects of the game; and on the game as it has been played and watched on the North Shore of Long Island by those who enjoy “America’s pastime.” 140 Glen Street, Glen Cove 516-801-1191
www.northshorehistoricalmuseum.org

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UNCOMMON COLLECTIONS AT THE SEA CLIFF VILLAGE MUSEUM

by Sara Reres, Museum Director
 
The Sea Cliff Village Museum presents a new exhibit that honors collectors and their collections. Every corner of the museum is packed with treasures in Uncommon Collections . The exhibit is overflowing with beautiful, odd, offbeat and thought provoking artifacts.  READ MORE

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LOCAL MUSIC







STILL PARTNERS 
Sea Cliff, 8 PM

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Thurs 4/27 - Scott Sharrard & the Brickyard Band
Fri 4/28 - DJ McLovin's Percussion 
Sat 4/29 - Bodega Tallboys
Thurs 5/4 - Cliff Hangers
Friday 5/5 - Glass Bottom Soul





THE OAK ROOM TAVERN  Sea Cliff, 8 PM
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Wed 4/26- TBA
Thurs. 4/27 - TBA
Fri. 4/28 - TBA

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METROPOLITAN BISTRO, Sea Cliff

Thurs 4/27 - From the very early days - THE STOLERS - LESLEY & BRAD
Fri 4/28 - CHARLES KAPLAN AND DUANE ANZELONE
Thurs 5/4 -From LITTLE WILSON - AL SANTORIELLO

NASSAU COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART THIS MARCH AND APRIL 2017

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Click here for
The Nassau County Museum of Art Website 

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NORTH SHORE HISTORICAL MUSEUM

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