Weekly 7.7.16

Upcoming Meetings and Events: Fri. 7/8- Sea Cliff Beach Concert Series - Jenn Gerrity, Jason Liebman and the Firewhistles, 7-10 pm; Glen Cove Downtown Sounds - The Sidemen and the Uptown Sounds, Village Square Plaza, 7 pm; Sun. 7/10 - Morgan Park Summer Music Series, Young Performers Concert, Glen Cove High School Choir

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

Mon. 7/11 - Sea Cliff Village Board Meeting, Village Hall, 7 pm; Thurs 7/15 - Cruise Night: Sponsored by the Sea Cliff Fire Department, Sea Cliff Avenue between Roslyn & Main Avenues, 5-9 pm; Sunset Serenade - Hunt & Hughes, and Lisa Vetrone & Jordan Chemtob, Memorial Park, 7 pm

Thursday, July 7, 2016

SEA CLIFF CELEBRATES INDEPENDENCE DAY 2016

CHILDREN'S LIBRARY HOSTS HAPPY BIRTHDAY USA AND BIKE DECORATING PARTIES

July 2, 2016 -- In celebration of the 240th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the Sea Cliff Children's Library hosted a birthday bash for our nation this past Friday, July 1. The annual event, organized by Ann and Dan DiPietro, attracted about 75 children, their parents, and other residents, who, led by local musician Joe Hughes and his brother-in-law David Abbenda, sang and clapped to patriotic tunes and American standards such as You're a Grand Ol' Flag, Yankee Doodle, This Land is Your Land, This Land is My Land, and the Star Spangled Banner. The birthday party concluded in traditional American fashion with the presentation of candlelit cup cakes and an enthusiastic singing of "Happy Birthday."

.... And on July 2, well over 100 children and parents turned out at the Children's Library to decorate bikes, scooters, strollers, and even crutches, in preparation for the parade that took place two days later.

PATRIOTIC PAGEANTRY INCLUDES A PLAYLET, A PUBLIC READING OF THE GREAT DECLARATION AND A PARADE OF PEDALERS AND PEDESTRIANS

July 5, 2016 -- As had been done at village greens, town squares and in public halls in July 1776, residents of Sea Cliff and surrounding communities reveled in revolution this past Monday morning gathering at the John Burns Village Green for a public reading of the Declaration of Independence. . . . Then the participants, some as pedestrians and others as pedalers, with piper Paul Haining preceding, proceeded in a pageant of patriotism up Sea Cliff Avenue to the plaza dedicated to the President for whom the pronouncement of 12 score years ago provided the principles for preserving the Union and proclaiming emancipation. READ MORE

NEWS

GARDEN TOUR: THE SECRET GARDENS OF SEA CLIFF THIS SATURDAY

Saturday June 30th 10am-3pm
Summer Refreshments 1pm-4pm
Tickets $25

Come! Follow the sweet scent of roses, honeysuckle, phlox and lilies. They will lead you along with us on a joyful and playful treasure hunt of gardens bursting with color and with a special surprise around every corner....big treasure, little treasures...artistic creativity is very much alive and it plays out beautifully in this little Victorian Village overlooking Hempstead Harbor. READ MORE

STUDENTS MOVE UP AND ON AT NORTH SHORE END OF YEAR CEREMONIES

During the week of June 20th, families, administration, faculty and staff were warmly welcomed to the Moving Up ceremonies of each of the three North Shore Elementary Schools led by their respective principals including Dr. Chris Zublionis (Sea Cliff), Mrs. Bridget Finder (Glenwood Landing) and Mrs. Lori Nimmo (Glen Head). In addition, Principal Dr. Marc Ferris at North Shore Middle School led his eighth graders in a memorable Moving On ceremony which was held on June 23rd, 2016, at North Shore High School. READ MORE

LETTERS

NOT ANTI-DEVELOPMENT, BUT THIS AIN'T SMART!

Received from Roger Friedman
Sea Cliff

June 28, 2016

To the Editor:

In regards to the Waterfront Development one major point that’s being missed is that the opposition is not anti-development.

We are for cleaning up the site, we are for the development of the site. We applaud the EPA and the DEC for their work to date and, as we’ve stated at the public meetings, we hope they will continue to remediate until it is completely cleaned up and there is absolutely no danger to human health. . . . READ MORE

BLOGS

THE GREAT BOOK GURU

ANN DIPIETRO

CITY OF SECRETS

Dear Great Book Guru, Next Saturday is Sea Cliff Beautification’s Secret Garden Tour and I am going to be selling tickets across from K.C. Gallagher’s at Pirie Park (one of Sea Cliff’s 18 ). While I am sure sales will be brisk, I am also sure there will be some quiet moments, so I want to make sure I have a good book with me. Any recommendations? Admirer of SCBC’s Secret Gardens
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THE GARDEN'S EDGE 
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BEFORE AFTER

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

DEATH IN THE GARDEN

In each garden there are unloved, unwanted plants. They arrive silently, settle in, set up roots and begin to take over your landscape. Nonnative plants are particularly skilled at this strategy or the “takeover” of your garden. For years, gardeners used chemicals as a means of controlling "the weeds", which has led to adverse results. This included the decline of beneficial insects, animals as well as the inadvertent poisoning of adjacent plants. And also the harm to your physical well being needs to be considered. READ MORE

ANNOUNCEMENTS

SUMMER READING PROGRAMS AT THE GOLD COAST PUBLIC LIBRARY

Summer Reading… It’s not just for children! Adults can submit book reviews, attend book discussions and special programs including a visit with author Reed Farrel Coleman at the Gold Coast Public Library. Young Adults can earn prizes just for reading 20 minutes at a time! They can register for the second annual Teen Entrepreneurial Academy and also get a chance to earn community service through four different programs! READ MORE

NASSAU COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART OFFERS YOUNG ARTISTS TWO WEEK SUMMER EXPERIENCE

The Nassau County Museum of Art Offers Young
Two-Week Summer Experiences
Session 1 - August 1-12, Session 2 - August 15-26
Summer Art Lab for Ages 5-10; Teen Summer Studio for Ages 11-16; Explore, Observe, Create, Look at Art, Take a Hike, Breathe the Air, Experiment, Run like the Wind! READ MORE

GOLD COAST PUBLIC LIBRARY ELECTION SET FOR SEPTEMBER 7, 2016

On September 7, 2016, 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 2017. There are (3) three year seats. READ MORE

NORTH SHORE CLASS OF 1986 REUNION

North Shore Class of 1986! We are looking for you!!!
It's our 30th Reunion!!
Saturday October 1 at Sea Cliff Yacht Club.
Same weekend as Sea Cliff Mini Mart!
Hope you can join us for old friends, laughs, good food and cheer!!!
Contact the committee, if not on social media, at nshs1986reunion@gmail.com. Or like the Facebook event page North Shore HS Class of 1986
https://www.facebook.com/North-Shore-HS-Class-of-1986-1161097207287651/

LABBATE ELECTED TO SUCCEED BERLINER AS SCHOOL BOARD PRESIDENT

At the North Shore School Board's annual organization meeting this past Thursday July 5th, the seven members unanimously elected Trustee Toni Labbate to serve as Board President and Trustee Sara Jones Vice-President for the 2016-17 school year. Dr. Herman Berliner, who served as President the previous three years, shot his hand up quickly and offered his support for Ms. Labbate when schools Superintendent Dr. Edward Melnick asked for nominations - as is done annually and is required under state law at the Board's early July meeting. No other Trustees were nominated for the position. Following the vote, Trustee Joanna Commander nominated Ms. Jones for the second leadership post, which was also uncontested. Additionally, Trustee David Ludmar was sworn for his first three year term on the board and Trustees Jones and Marianne Russo for their second, and Betty Ciampi, once again, as District Clerk.

SUOZZI WINS DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY; LIKELY TO FACE TOUGH RACE AGAINST STATE SENATOR MARTINS

Mr. Suozzi in February at a Glen Cove Town Hall Meeting

July 1, 2016 -- Former Nassau County Executive Tom Suozzi won by a fairly comfortable margin the June 28 Primary election to represent the Democratic Party in the contest to fill New York’s 3rd Congressional district seat being vacated by Rep. Steve Israel (D-Huntington). Mr. Suozzi is likely to face Republican State Senator Jack Martins (SD-7), who has also received the endorsements of the Conservative and Reform parties, in the general election to be held on November 7 in what many political analyststs consider to be one of the most competitive House races this year. READ MORE

CURTAIN RISES FOR SEA CLIFF CIVIC ASSOCIATION'S 15th SEASON OF SUNSET SERENADE

July 7, 2016 -- A Sea Cliff summer weekly ritual for many, about 200 people filled Memorial Park last Thursday evening for the first performance of the season in the Sea Cliff Civic Association's summer music series "Sunset Serenade," now in its fifteenth year. Sea Cliff Civic Association President Ann Depietro welcomed the concert goers and congratulated Larry Martone for opening the series each year since it began in 2001. Mr. Martone and his band played a wide mix of folk and light rock throughout the evening under a spectacular Sea Cliff summer sunset. Concerts are held every Thursday evening from 7 to 9 pm at the park where Sea Cliff Avenue intersects with Prospect. Unfortunately this week's performance by the Roger Street Friedman Band was cancelled due to thunderstorms. Next week, it'll be Hunt & Hughes, and Lisa Vetrone & Jordan Chemtob. Click here for full concert schedule.

TALES WITH A TASTE OF SEA CLIFF AT THE VILLAGE BEACH ON WEDNESDAY MORNINGS

This past Wednesday, nearly100 children and parents turned out for the Sea Cliff Children's Library Story Hour with Librarian Ann Dipietro who told the story of the classic fairy tale The Frog Prince - set of course in the seaside village of Sea Cliff. The summertime Story Hours, which also feature singing and a craft, are held at the beach on Wednesdays at 10:30 am and will continue through late August.

MADONNA HEIGHTS 36TH ANNUAL LADIES GOLF CLASSIC RAISES VITAL FUNDS FOR WOMEN AND FAMILIES

DIX HILLS, NY – Friends of SCO Family of Services’ Madonna Heights programs teed up June 13th for the 36th Annual Madonna Heights Ladies Golf Classic in Muttontown, Long Island. The event, held at Woodside Acres Golf & Country Club, raised vital funds to support the young women and families in Madonna Heights’ care.
Victoria DeLaurentis of Lloyd Harbor received the Madonna Heights Spirit Award. Victoria has been very active in the Lloyd Harbor community and has been involved with Madonna Heights for more than 10 years. READ MORE

THE SIDEMEN FEATURING THE LEGENDARY UPTOWN HORNS TO PLAY IN GLEN COVE JULY 8TH

Glen Cove, New York - June 24, 2016 - A host of well-respected, sought-after musicians will take the stage when The Sidemen and The Uptown Horns perform on week two of the 2016 Downtown Sounds Concert Series at the Village Square Plaza in Glen Cove on July 8 at 7:30 pm. This musical all-star group is an 11-piece band comprising New York musicians who have played in the studio and on stage with some of the biggest rock performers in the world. READ MORE

TAKE YOUR CHILD TO A VILLAGE BOARD MEETING DAY ON JULY 11

YOUNG PERFORMERS IN CONCERT AND GLEN COVE HIGH SCHOOL SELECT CHORALE AT MORGAN PARK SUMMER MUSIC FESTIVAL SUNDAY, JULY 10

July 7, 2016-- In an effort to promote civic education by offering young people an opportunity to experience democracy first hand, the Sea Cliff Village Trustees and Mayor Bruce Kennedy are encouraging parents to bring their children to the Monday July 11 Village Board meeting. "We hope this experience of observing village residents and their elected officials interact at a Board of Trustees meeting will be both educational and rewarding to all parties concerned," said Trustee Edward Lieberman. Children, escorted by a parent, are encouraged to ask questions during the public comment portion of the meeting. The meeting will begin at 7 pm.

Sponsored by Rising Tide and
The Suozzi Family
On Sunday, July 10, Morgan Park Summer Music Festival hosts an eagerly awaited showcase of young talents from across the North Shore. Their performances will be followed by the Glen Cove High School Select Chorale.
Beginning at 7:30 pm, the winners of this year’s Marguerite Suozzi Young Performers Talent Competition share a delightful blend of vocal and instrumental music with the audience. READ MORE

MEET AUTHOR REED FARREL COLEMAN AT THE GOLD COAST LIBRARY ON JULY 20

Tuesday, July 26th at 7pm

Registration for Gold Coast Residents Begins June 13th at 2pm.

Meet New York Times best-selling author Reed Farrel Coleman, who has written more than two dozen novels, including Robert B. Parker’s Jesse Stone series, the Moe Prager series, short stories, and poetry. In his latest novel, Where It Hurts, former Suffolk County police officer Gus Murphy reluctantly agrees to help solve a murder after he loses everything in a single moment. Copies of the book will be available for purchase from Friends of the Gold Coast Library for the author to sign. Also, join Librarian Deborah Kinirons on Thursday, July 14th at 7pm to discuss Where It Hurts.