Upcoming Meetings and Events:  Mon 8/3-Sea Cliff Village Board Conference, SC Village Hall 7 pm;   Wed 8/5 - Sea Cliff Drum Circle, Memorial Park, 7pm Thurs 8/6  Teenage Serenade and The Brady Brothers  at Sunset Serenade, Memorial Park Sea cliff, 7-9 pm    
 
 (click for complete calendar, including Gold Coast and 
Sea Cliff Library Events)
Fri 8/7 -  Lisa Vetrone Trio / The Moonlighters at Sea Cliff 
Beach, 7-10 pm. Summer Theater Workshop staging of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, North Shore HS Theater 7:30 pm, Sat. 2pm and 7:30 pm;  Sat. 8/8 - Sea Cliff Farmers Market, St. Lukes, 9am-1pm.
Friday, July 24, 2015 - Sunday, August 2, 2015

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Received from Karin Barnaby, Sea Cliff   July 28, 2015

URBAN PLANNING 101

Before they allow RXR to build a single additional multiple-housing unit or apartment complex, accessible only by car, Glen Cove’s leaders would do well to take to heart some urban planning basics that best serve the entire Glen Cove community’s long-term interests—not just serve developers' short-term interests and provide politicians with quick fixes.

Glen Cove—a city without a strong urban core, bisected by a highway, with a train station at one end of town, supermarkets at another end, and with existing and planned apartment and townhouse complexes nowhere near either transportation or shopping—surely lays claim to some of the poorest urban planning around. READ MORE

THE PROCESSION OF SAINT ROCCO

August 2, 2015 --  On Sunday morning, an effigy of St. Rocco, the protector against plague and contagious diseases, was carried through the streets surrounding St. Rocco's Church in Glen Cove on the culminating day of the church's annual six day Feast.  As the three hour procession mades its way through the neighborhood, devotees sang songs, recited prayers, attached monetary offerings to the statue, and visited the sick and home-bound where blessings were offered with a relic of the Saint.   The festival, which began Tuesday, resumed later in the day and concluded that night.

Click here for more information about St. Rocco from St. Rocco Society of Potenza.
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GOLD COAST LIBRARY LAUNCHES INFORMATIONAL WEBSITE FOR NEW BUILDING INITIATIVE 

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July 25, 2015 -- In an effort to keep residents up to to date and informed about the costs, design, background and process going forward as the community considers the proposed purchase of the 5.3 acre Halm Industries property on Glen Head road and the building of a new library at that site, the Gold Coast Library launched an informational website this past week. Click here or on the image above to access the website.

FORE!  GOOD OF THE VILLAGE ASSOCIATION TO BRING BACK "GOLFING THROUGH THE VILLAGE" EVENT 

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Yes, that zany, preposterous golf event through the front and back lawns, hidden gardens, parks and passageways of the 132 year old Victorian village is back. The Association will use this delightfully wacky contest as their primary fundraiser for 2015.  Taking place on Saturday, September 19, each participant will get true-flight practice balls, a map, a scorecard and will be assigned a hole to start. There are 24 par three holes for a par score of 72. A foursome is $100 or $25 per player. Anyone can walk the course without golfing for $10. Check-in time is 8:30am and tee-off will be 9:15am. Pre-registration is available at the Daniel Gale Agency on Sea Cliff Avenue in Sea Cliff. The Association is seeking sponsors for this fun event. You or your business can sponsor a hole for $100. Other sponsorship forms are available. For information contact Sheila Wenger at [email protected].

CAN YOU HELP US FILL A CHILD'S BOOKBAG?

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The Glen Cove Youth Bureau, in cooperation with the Friends of the Glen Cove Youth Board is teaming up with local citizens, organizations and businesses to provide back to school supplies to disadvantaged youth in our community.  A backpack filled with supplies is presented to children who otherwise would not have what they need to succeed in their studies.  READ MORE

GOLD COAST PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT ELECTION SET FOR SEPTEMBER 9, 2015

On September 9, 2015, residents of the Gold Coast Public Library District (GCPLD) located in Glen Head, NY, who are eligible to vote in a general election will vote for as many as three candidates to fill three open seats on the Board of Trustees and to establish the Library budget for 2016. READ MORE

NORTH SHORE GRADUATE AMANDA SOBHY MAKES HISTORY AT PAN AMERICAN GAMES

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By Beth Rasin

July 29, 2015 – 2011 North Shore High School graduate Amanda Sobhy added golden luster to her achievements as the USA’s best squash player when she made sports history in July by becoming the first player in her sport to win three gold medals at the Pan American Games. Making her Pan Am Games debut in Toronto, the reigning and two-time national champion started her gold medal campaign by defeating teammate Olivia Blatchford in the singles final and followed up by capturing the doubles title with partner Natalie Grainger.  Sobhy closed out her golden sweep, which required her to play 11 matches in six days, by leading the US to victory in the team event as she and Blatchford notched victories to defeat host team Canada.  READ MORE

SUMMER THEATER WORKSHOP CULMINATES THIS WEEK WITH PERFORMANCES OF 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE

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By Miranda Purcell

July 31, 2015 --  The Summer Theater Workshop at North Shore is well underway, and all have been working their hardest to get ready for their two performances: Live Out Loud, a production featuring contemporary songs from new artists, and The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, a musical comedy. The workshop students, both cast and crew members, have for weeks, through a completely hands-on learning experience, studied the world of theater and will demonstrate their prowess through these productions.  READ MORE

THE SHOW MUST GO ON

Although Sunset Serenade was washed out by heavy downpours this past Thursday afternoon, a quick change of venue allowed the show to go on as Hunt and Hughes moved their act to the front porch of Sea Cliff Civic Association President Ann DiPietro's home.  This upcoming week, its the Brady Brothers and Teen Serenade - a showcase of Sea Cliff's young school-age musical talent.  On Friday at the Beach, the Lisa Vetrone Trio will perform followed by Moonlighters.

THIS WEEK'S SUMMER SOUNDS IN SEA CLIFF
- Teen Serenade and the Brady Brothers at Sunset Serenade at Memorial Park on Thursday 7-9 pm
-Lisa Vetrone Trio and The Moonlighters at the Beach on Friday 7-10 pm

JIMMY AND THE PARROTS RETURN TO MORGAN PARK SUMMER MUSIC FESTIVAL THIS SUNDAY

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 On Sunday, August 9, Jimmy and the Parrots return to the Morgan Park Summer Music Festival stage with their ever popular tribute to Jimmy Buffett. The concert, which is free to the public, begins at 7:30 p.m. in Morgan Park. Get set to party with this tribute to the summer fun music of Jimmy Buffett. One of the country’s best known interpreters of Buffett’s music celebrating the lifestyle of the Islands, Jimmy and the Parrots have delighted Parrotheads from the West Indies and Jamaica and in cities up and down the East Coast, including Key West, the spiritual home for Buffett’s music and fans. Jimmy and the Parrots’ recordings have included Yea Mon, Better than New, Island Jam and An Island Party with Jimmy and the Parrots. READ MORE

REGGAE MUSIC RETURNS TO GLEN COVE VILLAGE SQUARE 

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Back by popular demand, The Meditations featuring Ansel Cridland will perform during week six of the 2015 Downtown Sounds Concert Series at the Glen Cove Village Square Plaza on August 7 at 7:30 pm. . . 
Collectively known as The Meditations, Ansel Cridland, Danny Clarke and Winston Watson recorded their first hit single, “Woman is Like a Shadow,” in 1974. During the early years, the band recorded for producers like Dobby Dobson, Joseph Hoo Kim and Lee “Scratch” Perry. In 1977, they came to the attention of reggae’s most famous artist, Bob Marley, who recruited them to sing back-up on a number of songs including “Blackman Redemption,” “Punky Reggae Party” and “Rastaman Live Up.” He also invited them to open the One Love Peace Concert in 1978 and they shared the bill with Marley, Peter Tosh and other legends at the historic event. READ MORE
LOCAL ART 

LEN JACOBS PHOTOGRAPHY AT DANIEL GALE SOTHEBY'S

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An exhibit of  is currently on display at Daniel Gale/Sotheby’s, 266 Sea Cliff Avenue, Sea Cliff.  Please stop by during the week to see the show on business hours: Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.  READ MORE

LAUREN ROSENBLUM: NEW WORKS: A SOLO EXHIBIT AT HERSH FINE ART, THROUGH 7/31

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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.  READ MORE

AUGUST AT THE NASSAU COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART

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THE MODERNS Chagall, Degas, Léger, Miró, Picasso, and more….
This showcase of modernist works, which is presented as two separate exhibitions, spans modernist art traditions from late 19th century impressionism and post-impressionism through twentieth century movements such as cubism, dadaism and surrealism, and features pieces by many prominent modernist masters. 
 CLICK HERE FOR STORY AND FULL LISTING OF AUGUST EXHIBITIONS 
IN CASE OF RAIN, FARMERS MARKET WILL BE HELD IN PARISH HALL OF ST. LUKES
OUTDOOR SUMMER MUSIC CONCERTS 

MORGAN PARK SUMMER MUSIC FESTIVAL SCHEDULE

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The Morgan Park Summer Music festival will kicked off its 56th Season  July 5. The music will continue each Sunday at 7:30 pm through the end of August.  Click here for the complete schedule.
SUMMER LIBRARY PROGRAMS 

SEA CLIFF CHILDREN'S LIBRARY (Click here for link to website)

STORY TIME AT SEA CLIFF BEACH ON WEDNESDAY MORNINGS

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Join Children's Librarian Ann DiPietro each Wednesday Morning at Sea Cliff beach for a story, song and Craft st Sea Cliff Beach 10:30 am through August 19.

FAMILY BOOK NIGHT ON THURSDAY AUGUST 6

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Join Children's Librarian Ann DiPietro for a discussion of Roald Dahl's Esio Trot at the Sea Cliff Children's Library at 6 pm.   Pizza and Refreshments will be served.

ANIMAL WORKSHOP AT THE SC CHILDREN'S LIBRARY ON AUGUST 6

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On Friday, August 7, Dennis Fleury of  the Tackapausha  Rescue Center will visit the Sea Cliff Children's Library to offer an animal workshop presentation.  The Tackapausha Rescue Center provides interactive educational programs at schools and libraries around Nassau Country introducing children to different animal species, with the goal of promoting greater environmental awareness and scientific education.  The Workshop will start at 2:30 pm.

POP STARS ON WEDNESDAYS AT 3 PM

Sea Cliff Resident Jenn Gerrity will lead a merry band of singers and dancers in her very popular Popular Pop Stars Program on Wednesdays at 3pm.  Through August 6.
GOLD COAST LIBRARY (Click here for link to website) 

TITLE SWAP AT THE GOLD COAST PUBLIC LIBRARY

Celebrate the end of Summer Reading at a “Wrap-Up Summer Reading Program/Title Swap” on Tuesday, August 18 at 7pm at the Gold Coast Public Library. Find out which books are worth your time, and which are not, in advance. Wraps will be served and the Grand Prize winner of the Adult Summer Reading program will be selected. Attendees will be entered into a drawing for the following prizes donated by local businesses:  READ MORE

AUTHOR ELLEN MEISTER TO VISIT THE GOLD COAST LIBRARY

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Author Ellen Meister will visit the Gold Coast Public Library on Monday, August 24 at 7pm. Meister is the author of five novels including Secret Confessions of the Applewood PTA, The Smart One, The Other Life and Farewell, Dorothy Parker.  READ MORE

SUMMER 2015 PROGRAMS  AT THE GOLD COAST LIBRARY FOR TEENS

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Teens entering grades 6-12 are invited to join the Gold Coast Public Library Summer Reading Program, Unmask The Superhero in Yourself!  READ MORE

CELEBRATE ADULT SUMMER READING AT THE GOLD COAST LIBRARY

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Why should kids have all the fun? Celebrate and enjoy Adult Summer Reading! Submit book reviews, attend book discussions and special programs including a visit with author Ellen Meister.
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LOCAL MUSIC

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STILL PARTNERS 
Sea Cliff, 8 PM
Thur 8/6 - Circus Mind
Fri 8/7 - Julian Lee & Friends
Sat 8/8 -Glass Bottom soul
Sun 8/9 - Rorie Kelly
Mon 8/10 - Open Mic w/ Matt
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THE OAK ROOM TAVERN, Sea Cliff, 8 PM
 
Wed 8/5 - Don Bikoff
Fri 8/7 - Au Privave Jazz Quartet
Wed 8/12 - dNa + C² + D² = ☮ ♫♪
Fri 8/14 - Joe Pess and Ken Talve
METROPOLITAN BISTRO, Sea Cliff

Thurs 8/6 -Joe Carter and  Heather (on violin)
Fri 8/7 - Meridian Jazz

JACK'S SHACK, Glen Head,   6 -9 PM

LIVE MUSIC EVERY WEDNESDAY EVENING