weekly 9.14.16

Upcoming Meetings and Events: Sat. 9/17 - Glen Cove Beach Cleanup, Pryibil and Crescent Beaches,11 am - 2 pm; Girls Rising 3rd Annual Beach Fest, Sea Cliff Beach, 2pm-10pm; Sun. 9/18 - Reading, Lecture, and Book Signing at Cedarmere, Harrison and Linda Hunt, 3 pm;

(click for complete calendar, including Gold
Coast and Sea Cliff Library Events)

Mon. 9/19- NS Superintendent Search Community Forum, NS High School Theater, 7:30; Laughter Club at the Glenwood Life Center, Grove St., Glenwood Landing, 7 pm; Old Brookville Village Board Meeting, 6:30 pm; Thurs. 9/22 - North Shore School Board Meeting, High School Library, 7:30 pm;

Thursday, September 8, 2016 - Wednesday, September 14, 2016

NEVER FORGETTING, SEA CLIFF OBSERVES 9/11 ANNIVERSAY

September 11, 2016 -- At a solemn ceremony held in front of Sea Cliff's Stenson Memorial Library on Sunday morning, dozens of residents turned out to observe the 15th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks that took the lives of nearly 3,000 innocent people. The observance was presided over by resident Phil Como, who opened the ceremony reading from the words enscribed on the plaque at the base of the 9/11 Memorial Clock that is "dedicated to those who perished in the World Trade Center Attack of September 11, 2001, the people who toiled heroically to save them and the spirit it renewed in America." READ MORE

SEA CLIFF VILLAGE BOARD MEETING 9.12.16

Sea Cliff's Bravest Gets a New Member - Trustee Robin Maynard congratulates resident David Pierce after swearing him in as a new member of the Sea Cliff Fire Department at this past Monday evenings Sea Cliff Village Board Meeting. CLICK HERE FOR MORE STORIES FROM MONDAY'S MEETING

CHICKENS ONE DAY, FEATHERS THE NEXT

September 14, 2016 -- A Hammond Road resident spoke at this past Monday evening's Village Board meeting seeking guidance on how to go about getting approval to raise chickens and re-install coops on her property - a year and a half after the City of Glen Cove forced give up her brood, which she said had to be slaughtered. A third of the resident's property sits in Sea Cliff, while the remaining portion, where the chicken coops had been located, are in Glen Cove. READ MORE

GLEN COVE ANGLERS SALUTE VETERANS

September 12, 2016 -- In a salute to those who have served this country in the armed forces, the Glen Cove Anglers Club hosted it first annual fishing outing for veterans this past Saturday afternoon. The event, "Take a Veteran Fishing," was spearheaded by angler Tommy Glen who, inspired by a similar outing on Staten Island, floated the idea to the club, which in turn arranged for the charter boat and solicited support from residents, businesses and organizations who contributed generously to fund the outing and to provide food and beverages. READ MORE

WELCOME BACK STUDENTS OF THE NORTH SHORE SCHOOLS!

On September 6th, the students of the North Shore School District were warmly welcomed back by all of the principals, assistant principals, faculty, and staff. As returning students met up with their friends, new students were greeted by faculty and staff at each school to begin their new educational experiences at the North Shore Schools. It is going to be a fantastic journey! Best of luck to everyone in the new 2016-17 school year! READ MORE

SEA CLIFF WELCOMES KINDERGARTENERS WITH POPSICLES

On September 7th, Sea Cliff Principal Dr. Chris Zublionis and teachers along with the SC PCA welcomed the new kindergarteners and their families to the Annual Playground and Popsicles event held this year in the Sea Cliff School gym due to the weather. Dark skies did not dampen spirits, as the children happily played in the gym with a colorful parachute, ate popsicles, and sang songs led by Kris Rice while their parents mingled with one another. READ MORE

ATTENTION SEA CLIFF NEWCOMERS - DINNER SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 25

New residents post for a group photo at last year's dinner.

The Sea Cliff Civic Association will hold its annual Newcomers Dinner Sunday September 25. The welcoming party, which has now been held each fall for more than 3 decades, offers residents who've moved into Sea Cliff during the past year to meet each other as well as a few of those who help make Sea Cliff Sea Cliff. If you moved to Sea Cliff anytime after October 2015, and would like to meet others new to the Village contact Civic Association President Ann DiPietro at [email protected] for details.

BLOGS

THE GREAT BOOK GURU

ANN DIPIETRO

MRS. MALORY AND A TIME TO DIE

Dear Great Book Guru, With the beginning of the Fall months, I am looking for a mystery series to throw myself into- I love a British village setting- something with lots of local color and character development- any ideas?
Autumnal Mystery Lover
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THE GARDEN'S EDGE

DONNA KIANKA
Winter’s Edge Micro Farm, Sea Cliff, N.Y.

THE SECRET GARDEN

All homes deserve a secret garden or a garden that is known only to a few (although I keep showing mine to anyone that pops by). Secret gardens are protected, sheltered gardens that are hidden away and typically unexpected. READ MORE

NORTH SHORE SCHOOLS ATHLETICS WEEKLY HIGHLIGHTS CLICK HERE

**WITH A MESSAGE OF EMPOWERMENT, GIRLS RISING PRESENTS BEACH FEST 2017**

September 12, 2016 -- “Our mission is bigger than our music,” says Antigone Rising's song writer and guitarist Kristen Henderson, explaining the all female rock band’s philosophy of empowerment. “We are about surviving and persevering in our culture and industry that is dominated by men.”
It is that philosophy that led the four members of the Sea Cliff-based band in 2012 to create Girls Rising, a not-for-profit organization that seeks to empower girls and LGBT youth by not only setting an example that “strong girls and members of the LGBT community exist and have much to contribute to culture,” but to work directly with both young women and men to instill that positive attitude through outreach programs and workshops. READ MORE

BUTTERFLY, BUTTERFLY . . . A PARK WITH A PURPOSE

By Elizabeth Winchester

Monarch butterflies leave Canada and the northern United States every fall, migrating thousands of miles to Mexico. On the evening of September 9, Sea Cliffers of all ages made their own migration, but much closer. They flocked to Marden Triangle to celebrate the opening of the new Butterfly Garden there. READ MORE

ART EXHIBITS

ART OF JOANNE GRAY AT THE SEA CLIFF PUBLIC LIBRARY

Sea Cliff Arts Council presents it’s latest exhibit by Sea Cliff artist JoAnne Gray. JoAnne’s work can be seen during library hours at The Sea Cliff Village library from September thru the end of October. Opening for this show is on Sunday, September 18th, from 3-5pm. Joanne begins most of her collages and assemblages with an original print, which she creates from a printing plate on a small press in her Sea Cliff studio. Often on hand-made paper, her prints have limited runs. READ MORE

BEN SCHONZEIT: ABSTRACT FIGURATION ON VIEW AT THE NASSAU COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART THROUGH NOVEMBER 6

On View through November 6 in
Nassau County Museum of Art’s Contemporary Gallery

Ben Schonzeit: Abstract Figuration, on view in Nassau County Museum of Art’s Contemporary Gallery through November 6, 2016 (the exhibition opened on July 30), reveals an entirely different aspect of the work of an artist who is best known as a key figure in the Photorealist movement’s first generation of artists. Ben Schonzeit: Abstract Figurationshowcases Schonzeit’s collage and sculptural work -- abstract figurations of human forms or portraits that give new life to his materials. READ MORE

THE NORTH SHORE VOTES OPENS AT NORTH SHORE HISTORICAL MUSEUM SEPTEMBER 9

Exhibit will run through February 18 with regular museum hours: Wednesday 2:00-6:00 and Saturdays 11:00-3:00.
The North Shore Votes!
The exhibit showcases a variety of political memorabilia and historic photographs that illustrate the many ways North Shore residents have participated in local, state and national politics. Political brochures, election guides and a garden of lawn signs complement the historical passages in this exhibit that extends beyond the political campaign to the citizen groups that work behind the scenes, and it also highlights the accomplishments of the many people who have answered the call to serve the community.

FEAST FOR THE EYES AT THE NASSAU COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART

July 30-November 6, 2016
Feast for the Eyes, guest curated by Franklin Hill Perrell, explores how cuisine has always inspired artists. The exhibition remains on view through November 6, 2016. Feast for the Eyes, a sweeping two-floor exhibition focused on food and dining in art, features works by a sweeping array of artists, including Audrey Flack, Red Grooms, George Grosz, Henri Matisse, Claes Oldenberg, Cindy Sherman and Andy Warhol, among many others.
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ARTISTS' COLLABORATIONS FEATURED IN EXHIBITION AT HERSH FINE ART

Glen Cove, NY--Hersh Fine Art, of the Long Island Academy of Fine Art, is pleased to present a group exhibition of drawings and paintings by Cornelia Hernes, Stephen Bauman, and Steve Forster. The exhibition will be on view from September 10 to October 6, 2016. READ MORE

ANNOUNCEMENTS

COASTAL CLEANUP AT TAPPEN AND SEA CLIFF BEACHES ON SEPTEMBER 17

On Saturday, September 17, 9:30 to 11:30 AM, the Coalition to Save Hempstead Harbor will be coordinating the efforts of local volunteers to cover parts of the eastern shore of Hempstead Harbor as part of the Annual International Coastal Cleanup, sponsored by the Ocean Conservancy and the American Littoral Society. READ MORE

NORTH SHORE SCHOOLS TO HOST COMMUNITY FORUMS WITH SUPERINTENDENT SEARCH FIRM

September 8, 2016 -- On Monday, September 19th, and Thursday, September 29th, residents will have the opportunity to meet with representatives from Leadership Advantage, the search firm hired to assist the North Shore School District in finding a replacement for Superintendent Dr. Edward Melnick when he retires at the end of this school year, and are open to all parents and residents. READ MORE

SEA CLIFF FARMER'S MARKET TAKING DAY OFF SEPTEMBER 17, WILL RESUME ON 24th

The Sea Cliff Farmer's Market will be taking the day off this Saturday, September 17. The Market will resume operations on the 24th. The Sea Cliff Farmer's Market is located at St. Lukes Church in Sea Cliff and is open each Saturday from late spring through the fall from 9 am to 1 pm.

GLEN HEAD'S ANDREA BOLENDER TO BE HONORED BY HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL AND TOLERANCE CENTER ON SEPTEMBER 24

Glen Cove, NY - The Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County (HMTC) presents the 24th Annual Tribute Dinner,Wednesday, September 21, 2016, at 6 p.m., at the Woodbury Jewish Center, 200 South Woods Road, Woodbury, NY. Andrea Bolender of Glen Head, NY, a member of HMTC’s Board of Directors, will be honored with a Legacy Award. Other honorees this year are Steven Dubner, founder of Steven Dubner Landscaping, Inc.; David B. Samadi, M.D., a Urologic Oncologist at Memorial Sloan Kettering; and Emily Berkowitz and Ilise Friedman, Holocaust educators at HMTC. READ MORE

NORTH SHORE COMMUNITY YOUTH ORGANIZATION GOLF OUTING ON SEPT. 26

The North Shore Community Youth Organization will be hosting its 13th annual golf outing at the Old Brookville Country Club on Monday, September 26. For sixteen years, the group has been on the forefront of youth development, working with young people from the North Shore School District and surrounding communities providing a wide variety of programs and activities including a sports and activities development program, "Beyond the Bell" after school program, a Learning Center, a Travel Summer Recreation Program, a Summer Sports Program, Cultural Arts Programs, "The Canteen" drop-in lounge, and the Smart Moves Program. For more information visit the group's Facebook page - www.facebook.com/North-Shore-Community-Youth-Organization-1474085026211754/

NASSAU COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART ADULT ADMISSION IS $12 AS OF SEPTEMBER 6

Beginning on Tuesday, September 6, adult admission at Nassau County Museum of Art in Roslyn Harbor, presently $10, becomes $12. Admission fees for seniors 62+ and students remain $8. Admission for children 4-12 remains $4. Admission for children under 4 years of age is free, as is admission for members. READ MORE