Upcoming Events: Thurs 5/14- Sun 5/17 - St. Boniface Feast by the Shore: Sun. 5/17 - Sea Cliff Landmarks Association House Tour.Mon. 5/18: Old Brookville Board of Trustees Meeting, Village Hall, 6:30
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Sea Cliff Library Events)
Tues. 5/19 - North Shore Schools Budget Vote and Trustees Election, NS HS Gymnasium 7 am - 10 pm; NS Celebration of Student Work, NS HS Cafeteria, 7 am -10 pm.Wed. 5/20  SC Landmarks Meeting, Sea Cliff Yacht Club, 8 pm   
Monday, May 4, 2015 - Monday, May 11, 2015

VILLAGE HONORS FIREMEN OF THE YEAR AND WELCOMES ROOKIES

At Monday's Seach Cliff Village Board meeting, SCFD 2nd Assistant Chief Michael Holquest, Firefighter Robert Murphy, former Chief James Ajamian, and Emergency Medical Technician Kira Watkins (not pictured) were recognized as Firemen of the Year for 2014.  Mayor Kennedy read a proclamation that described their quick response to a bicyclist who was stricken with a heart attack while riding along Glen Avenue this past October.  Their efforts helped to save the man's life and enable him to make a full recovery.  Also at Monday's Board Meeting, the Mayor swore in two new firefighters - residents Don Kavanaugh (Engine and Hose Co.) and Phil Como (Engine Co.).  Not present for the swearing in, but new to the department are Thomas Selleck (Hook and Ladder Company) and Dorian Rios-Butant (Engine & Hose Company.  

2015 SEA CLIFF LANDMARKS ASSOCIATION HOUSE TOUR

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Sea Cliff, a former Methodist Campground Association founded in 1871 and known for its abundance Victorian houses is holding a house tour on Sunday, May 20 from 12 noon to 4:00 pm.  Seven homes ranging from Victorian cottages to a 1950’s “ Atomic Ranch," as well as the newly renovated 100 year old Stenson Memorial Library and Sea Cliff’s St. Seraphim church are on the self-guided tour.  Proceeds will help fund the Sea Cliff Landmarks Association’s historic survey and walkways restoration projects.

Tickets are now available at local realtor’s offices of Daniel Gale/Southeby's, 266 Sea Cliff Avenue and Sherlock Homes, 305 Sea Cliff Avenue.  Tickets may also be purchased in advance online at:  http://seacliffhousetour.ticketleap.com/2015/.  READ MORE

FILMMAKERS HOST HAPPY PLANET EVENT TO PROMOTE  ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS

This past Saturday afternoon, the makers of the film El Nevado hosted a "Happy Planet Celebration" at Tappen Beach.  The event sought both to bring attention to the documentary and to advance the filmmakers' aim of promoting "the education and active participation in global issues like climate change by inspiring younger generations to use their imagination and resources to shift the balance in favor of sustainability of the human race."  READ MORE
 

LAUREN ROSENBLUM: NEW WORKS: A SOLO EXHIBIT AT HERSH FINE ART, MAY 16 - July 31

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Glen Cove, NY--Hersh Fine Art is pleased to announce a solo exhibition of paintings on fabric by Huntington artist Lauren Rosenblum. The exhibition will be on view from May 16-July 31, 2015. The artist will be present for an opening reception on Saturday, May 16, from 6pm to 8pm.  READ MORE
NORTH SHORE BOOSTER CLUB 

AND THEY'RE SMART TOO - 21 NS SPORTS SQUADS NAMED NYS SCHOLAR ATHLETE TEAMS

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Provided by the North Shore Booster Club


For the 2013-14 year - North Shore HS Varsity Sports teams had an astounding 21 teams named as NEW YORK STATE SCHOLAR ATHLETE TEAMS! NYSPHSAA recognizes academic achievement through the NYS Scholar Athlete Award Program. Teams are recognized that have a composite GPA of 90 or above. READ MORE  

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ENROLL IN THE NORTH SHORE SUMMER THEATER WORKSHOP!

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Sea Cliff, NY - Revived after a decade-long hiatus, the North Shore Summer Theater Workshop is accepting applications from students in grades 7 through 12 for six weeks of intensive production-based instruction in all aspects of the dramatic arts.  READ MORE

SCHOOL BUDGET VOTE AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES ELECTION ON TUESDAY MAY 19

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On Tuesday May 19, residents of the North Shore School District will have the opportunity to vote on a $97,575,530 spending plan for the 2015-16 school year, representing a 1.8% increase over the current year's budget, and a tax levy of $89,580,349 - a 1.93% rise over this year, and $139,898 below the state imposed tax levy limit.  A second proposition asks residents to consider granting permission to the School Board to utilize existing funds not to exceed $3,146,154 from the capital reserve READ MORE

CLICK HERE FOR PAST ARTICLES ON THE BUDGET AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES CANDIDATES

SEA CLIFF BOARD CONSIDERS SMOKING BAN; FARMER’S MARKET APPLICATION IN LIMBO AS TRUSTEES TRY TO WORK OUT GUIDELINES

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At its monthly meeting this past Monday evening, and at the Village Board Conference the previous week, Sea Cliff Mayor Bruce Kennedy and the four Village trustees discussed the need for developing a policy that would establish clear rules and guidelines for permitting use of village property by organizations, businesses and other entities, as well as regulations concerning smoking and the sale of alcohol.  READ MORE

ASSEMBLYMAN RA TALKS EDUCATION, TAXES AND NEW ASSEMBLY LEADERSHIP AT GOLD COAST LIBRARY FORUM

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Assemblyman Edward Ra (R - Franklin Square) who represents the  19th Assembly District which includes a large swath of the Glen Head/ Glenwood  Landing area, was at the Gold Coast Public Library on  April 29 to speak with residents about issues facing the area.  During the hour and a half event that was attended by about 20 constituents, the Assemblyman took questions on topics ranging from financial concerns such as teacher pensions costs , the demolition of the Glenwood Landing Power Plant and  tax rebates, to his thoughts on the changes that have taken place in the Assembly leadership.  Education reform, however, dominated the discussion, with the Assemblyman, who is the ranking Republican on the Assembly Education Committee, addressing questions regarding testing, the common core and the federal-state-school district relationship.   . READ MORE

DOZENS LEND A HAND DURING ANNUAL SEA CLIFF BEACH SPRING CLEANING 

May 12, 2015 -- Signaling that summer is just around the corner, about four dozen residents, local officials, and DPW workers spent much of Saturday morning combing Sea Cliff Beach for litter and flotsam that had collected on the sands over the past several months.  READ MORE 

TEAM NORTH SHORE SHATTERS RECORDS AT MS WALK 2015

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On Sunday, May 3rd,  Team North Shore, with nearly 90 members, that included staff, students and their families,  geared up to participate in the annual Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Walk at Belmont Lake State Park. in West Babylon

It was a record showing for North Shore, said Sea Cliff Elementary School Teacher Marnie Schleifman, who along with Middle School Teacher Dan Chemnitz, led the Viking delegation.  “Not only was TEAM NORTH SHORE the largest team," she enthused, "but we shattered our records and goals raising over $17,000 for this important cause."  READ MORE

"SERVE ONE ANOTHER" BENEFIT CONCERT FOR NORTH SHORE INN (GLEN COVE SOUP KITCHEN) ON FRIDAY, MAY 29

PictureThe Glen Cove High School Select Chorale at the White House in December 2013
Reposted, May 7, 2015  -- The Glen Cove High School Key Club, with support from the Social Justice Committee of the Unitarian Universalist Church of Shelter Rock, will be sponsoring a Benefit Concert for the North Shore INN (Interfaith Nutrition Network) at Glen Cove High School on Friday May 29.  The benefit, entitled "Serve One Another," will feature the internationally recognized Glen Cove High School Select Chorale, directed by High School Music Director Ed Norris, and will also include appearances by guest musicians tenor Mark Bleeke, guitarist Jefferey Bleeke, and Eric Milnes, the Director of Music and Organist at St. John's of Lattingtown Episcopal Church.  READ MORE  

MIDNIGHT IN PARIS THEME OF 2015 NASSAU COUNTY MUSEUM BALL  

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The 2015 Museum Ball
Saturday, June 13 at 7 pm
Gala Ball Celebrates the 
Museum’s 25th Anniversary Year


Midnight in Paris, Nassau County Museum of Art’s 2015 Ball, will be held on Saturday, June 13 at 7 p.m.The 2015 Ball celebrates the museum’s 25th anniversary year, honoring the Hon. Thomas S. Gulotta and the Hon. Edward P. Mangano, Nassau County Executives at the museum’s founding and today. Through décor, French-inspired cuisine and costume, Midnight in Paris is designed to evoke the glamour and romance of the fabled city of lights.  READ MORE 

SEA CLIFF CIVIC ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES SUNSET SERENADE 2015 LINEUP

In a sure sign that summer will soon be here, the Sea Cliff Civic Association announced its line up for the Sunset Serenade concert series that takes place each Thursday night at Memorial Park from the end of June through late August. Larry Martone opens on June 25. Click here for more information about Sea Cliff Civic Association events.
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ART OF KAY VICKERS AND LILLI SCOTT AT SEA CLIFF LIBRARY THIS MONTH

The works of Sea Cliff artists Kay Vickers and Lilli Scott will be exhibited at the Sea Cliff Library this May and June.  Works on display include a series of landscapes by Ms. Vickers entitled "Loving Landscapes; and eight pastels by Ms. Scott, called "Buon Cibo," or "Good Food."  
To learn more about Sea Cliff Arts Council, email us at seacliffartscouncil@gmail.com

THE NASSAU COUNTY MUSEUM IS LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS

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Nassau County Museum of Art in Roslyn Harbor announces new opportunities for volunteers, particularly those who can work at the front desk, greeting visitors during the weekend. Saturday and Sundays shifts are available11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 2 to 4:30 p.m. Only two three-hour shifts per month are required. READ MORE

ASSEMBLYMAN LAVINE OPENS SUMMER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM TO LOCAL STUDENTS

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Glen Cove, NY - With summer just around the corner and students wrapping up another school year, state Assemblyman Charles Lavine (D-Glen Cove), who represents the 13th Assembly District, is inviting students from throughout the area to participate in a summer intern program at his district office. READ MORE

GOLD COAST LIONS CLUB SPRING ACTIVITIES

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Among other offerings this spring, the Gold Coast Lions Club will continue to offer Defensive Driving classes administered by the National Safety Institute and approved by the NYS Department of Motor Vehicles.    READ MORE
LOCAL MUSIC

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STILL PARTNERS 
Sea Cliff, 8 PM
Fri 5/15 - Tiberius
Sat 5/16- The electrix
Wed 5/20 - Doobie Decibel System opening for Jason Crosby Band
Fri 5/29 - Deep Pockets
Sat 5/30 - Roger Friedman


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THE OAK ROOM TAVERN, Sea Cliff, 8 PM

Wed 5/20 - Adam Weiss Livestock Unplugged
Fri 5/22 - Andy Aledort
Wed 5/27 - Rob Spano
Fri 5/29 - Au Privave Jazz 
METROPOLITAN BISTRO, Sea Cliff

Thurs 5/14 - John Kelvin Reggae
Fri 5/15 - Vista Hill Band
Thurs 5/21 - Jason Liebman
Sun 5/24 - Mercer & Friends

JACK'S SHACK, Glen Head,   6 -9 PM

LIVE MUSIC EVERY WEDNESDAY EVENING