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Old Westbury Gardens
CALENDAR OF
EVENTS
Spring 2015
Horticulture
Purchase annuals and perennials, many of which are the
Gardens’ signature varieties. The Gardens’ horticulturists and
Master Gardeners from Cornell Cooperative Extension Nassau
County will be on hand to help you select plants and answer
your questions.
Friday, May 1–Sunday, May 3, 10am–5pm
Members’ Preview Sale
A special one-day savings of 20%.
Thursday, April 30, 10am–6pm
Soil Testing
Bring ½ cup of dry soil and have it tested by Master Gardeners
from Cornell Cooperative Extension Nassau County.
Friday, May 1–Sunday, May 3, 10am–3pm.
Register for events and programs at
oldwestburygardens.org
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Reap the Fruits of Your Labor
Join Scott Lucas, Greenhouse Supervisor, as he demonstrates the
how-to of seed sowing techniques at the Gardens.
Saturday, April 25, 10:30am
$15/$5 member Advance registration required.
Spring Tree Walk
Celebrate Arbor Day with a tour of the Gardens’ tree collection
led by volunteer docent and Master Gardener Gene Lanzaro.
Sunday, April 26, 2pm
Free with admission.
Talk & Tour: Spring Bulbs
Join volunteer docent and Master Gardener Regina Watkins for
a 45-60 minute tour of the gardens featuring over 10,000 spring
bulbs.
Sunday, May 3, 2pm
Free with admission.
Gardens of the English Country House
As you tour the gardens, volunteer docent Gene Lanzaro will
speak about the elements of classical design which were incorporated into many English country estate gardens .
Sunday, June 21, 2pm
Free with admission.
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Spring Plant Sale, Friday, May 1–Sunday, May 3
Programs and Events
Dog Days
Bring your dog for an invigorating walk in designated garden
areas. Dogs must be leashed.
Saturday, April 18 and Sunday April 19.
Dog Exhibitors and Vendors
Visit with rescue groups and animal welfare organizations. The
Big Apple Sporting Society (BASS) will administer AKC Canine
Good Citizen tests for which you can sign up your dog on-site.
Saturday, April 18, 11am–4pm
Renew, Replenish, Reconnect- Sunset Poetry Walk
Nature has long inspired the written word. Join Sara Rempe, Adjunct Professor of Creative Writing at Hunter College, on a garden
walk that examines this concept. Selected readings will pair with
the landscape to inspire participants to create their own texts on
site. No previous poetry-writing experience necessary.
Friday, April 24, 6:30–8:30pm
$15/$13.50 member (includes light refreshments). Advance tickets
required.
Photography Workshop
Through a guided tour of the grounds you will discover more
about your camera, be it a DSLR or an iPhone, and learn the basics through camera settings, composition, and lighting.
Saturday, April 25 (rain date Sunday, April 26) 10:30am
Saturday, June 20 (rain date Sunday, June 21) 10:30am
$15/$5 member per session. Advance registration required.
Arbor Day Tree Dedication
Join contributors to the Tree Fund in dedicating a new tree.
Sunday, April 26 (rain or shine), 1pm.
Mother’s Day
Honor Mom on her special day with a visit to the Gardens. All
women, 18 and older,will receive a complimentary lavender plant
(while supply lasts).
Sunday, May 10
Afternoon Tea
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Enjoy a full tea at Orchard Hill, featuring tea sandwiches, scones,
and desserts accompanied by a selection of our expressly prepared
teas. A seasonal garden tour led by volunteer docent and Master
Gardener Regina Watkins follows the meal.
Wednesdays, May 13 and June 17, 1pm
$35.00/$31.00 member. Advance tickets required.
Early Bird Walk
Celebrate Migratory Bird Month with a walk guided by an educator from the Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary and Audubon Center.
Saturday, May 30, 9am. Free with admission.
Antique Car Show
The most elegant antique auto show on Long Island, sponsored
by the Greater New York Region, Antique Automobile Club of
America. Call 516.488.1880 or visit greaternewyorkregion.org for
registration and information.
Sunday, June 7 (rain date Sunday, June 14), 9am-3pm.
Midsummer at the Gardens June 26–28
The Gardens celebrates the arrival of midsummer. Stroll the
gardens to see a festive display of garlands and wreaths.
Saturday, June 27 and Sunday, June 28
Find a Flower Fairy
Young children are invited to follow clues to discover the fairy
world that magically appears in the gardens at Midsummer.
The event also features music and storytelling with Johnny
Cuomo. johnnycuomo.com
Friday, June 26, 45 minute sessions at 4:30, 5, 5:30, 6, 6:30pm.
For ages 4-8. Space is limited. Advance timed registration
required. $10/$9 member, (includes materials, refreshment and
admission for 1 adult).
Midsummer Jazz
Stroll the Walled Garden and listen to the cool sounds of live
jazz. Light refreshments.
Friday, June 26, 7:30–9:30pm
$25/$22.50 member. Advance registration required.
Midsummer Night
Guests of all ages are invited to picnic, stroll , and relax amid
the gardens illuminated with lanterns and decorated by
magical faeries. Starting at 6:15 Lori Belilove and members of
the Isadora Duncan Dance Company will offer free classes for
children of all ages. At 8:15 gather on the South Lawn as the
Company will perform dances inspired by Greek Mythology
from the Repertory of Isadora Duncan. isadoraduncan.org
Saturday, June 27 (rain date June 28), 6–9pm
$15/$12 member Children under 17 free when accompanied by
an adult. Save 20% and purchase tickets by June 22
Music
A consortium of musicians performs chamber works in the Red
Ballroom.
Jeux d’Amour
Works will feature the Violin Sonata, No 1 (Posthume) by Maurice Ravel , Concertino for Flute, Opus 107 by Cécile Chaminade,
Jeux dEau for solo piano also by Ravel and Libertango by Astor
Piazzolla.
Molly Morkoski, piano
Jessica Han, flute
Cyrus Beroukhim, violin
Oren Fader, guitar
Eleanor Valkenburg, soprano.
Saturday, April 11, 8pm Concert; 6:45pm Guided tour of Westbury
House; 7:30pm Pre-concert talk; Dessert reception following the
concert.
$25/$20 member, senior, student. Advance tickets required.
In the Company of Friends
Works by Beethoven, Bridge, Weber and more
Eugene Moye, cellist
Barry Crawford and Gail Niwa, pianist
Guests Artists: Beste Tiknaz, viola and Lacin Modiri, tenor
Saturday, May 2, 8pm Concert; 6:45pm Guided tour of Westbury
House; 7:30pm Pre-concert talk; Dessert reception following the
concert.
$25/$20 member, senior, student. Advance tickets required.
Register for events and programs at
oldwestburygardens.org
Suzuki on the Island
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Student Piano Recitals
Sunday, April 19, 3pm
Violin and Cello students
Sunday, June 14, 1pm
Long Island Flute Club Recital
The Long Island Flute Club
presents flutist Carol
Wincenc, in a recital of classic flute repertoire.
longislandfluteclub.org
Sunday, May 3, 2pm
Free with admission.
Young Musician Concerts
Students from the Precollege Division of Manhattan School of
Music perform in Westbury House. Seating is limited. Free with
admission.
Piano Quartet (Jack Shigeta, Jacob Shin, Layla Rafimayeri, Kevin
Melcer) coached by Daniela Bracchi
Sunday, April 26, 3pm
Christian Davakis, voice (student of Giuseppe Spoletini)
Sunday, May 17, 3pm
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Poetica Musica
Programs for Children
Let’s Move Family Challenge Walk
Surprise in Disguise Walk and Craft
A Wind-Wind Situation
A Natural Villain
Say “Goodbye winter” with a Gardens challenge walk. Test family
balance, agility, and concentration in a series of fun, team relay
competitions. Prove active kids accomplish more by completing
the tasks and win a prize sure to move you.
Saturday, April 11, Noon
All ages. Free with admission.
Breeze in to this drop-in information station to learn about one of
nature’s most powerful forces—wind! Discover how turbines catch
and convert gusts into electricity and craft your own springtime
pinwheel to take home.
Saturday, April 25, Noon–1pm
Free with admission. All ages.
Sweet Dreams are Made of Seeds
Drop in to our information station to hear about the ambitious
journey of migratory birds and how seeds play a part in its success. Taste some edible seeds and welcome back feathered friends
by fashioning a sweet treat bird feeder to hang in your backyard.
Saturday, May 2, Noon–1pm
Free with admission. All ages.
Beaming Blooms Mother’s Day Craft
Focus on Mom, Grandma, or any special lady with a flower photo
gift straight from the heart. Children walk the Gardens to view
beautiful blooms and return to craft a framed flower portrait that
will never fade.
Saturday, May 9, Noon
Free with admission, but supplies are limited. Event is open to the
first 25 children. Crafters are encouraged to bring a 1.5" printed
picture of themselves.
Happy to Hear It Walk and Craft
The sounds of nature can be music to the ears and the mind. Walk
the Gardens and listen up to hear the benefits of natural noises for
our changing moods. Recreate common outdoor crunches and
crackles before crafting your own soothing rainstick instrument.
Saturday, May 16, Noon
Free with admission. All ages.
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Many Happy Returns
Pick up a free guide at the admission booth to see how snowbirds
make the transition from winter vacation to springtime sanctuary.
Learn to identify the return of a handful of local species that flew
the coop.
Saturday, May 23–Monday, May 25
Follow puzzling design clues through the Gardens to track how
our fairest residents conceal powers with their prettiness. Decipher the identity of these terrific tricksters and, later, craft your
own patterned mask to make your looks deceiving.
Saturday, June 6, Noon
Free with admission. All ages.
Don a “fingerstache” tattoo to better understand the myths behind
the madness of why nature inspired villains are seen as scoundrels. A guided storybook walk will change your mind about the
misunderstood antiheroes who grace the pages of your favorite
fairy tales.
Saturday, June 13, Noon
Free with admission. All ages.
Hubcap flowers for Father’s Day
Accelerate your affection for Dad this Father’s Day weekend!
Cruise inspiration in the Gardens’ June flower beds and create a
genuine hubcap flower sure to kick your garden into high gear.
Advanced registration is required. For ages 6 and up. Class size is
limited so register early.
Saturday, June 20, Noon
$12, $10 member (includes materials and admission for one adult)
Find a Flower Fairy
A special program during our Midsummer Days. See description
and pricing on page 4. Advanced time registration required.
Friday, June 26, 4:30, 5:, 5:30, 6; 6:30pm sessions.
Summer Camp
Join us for the Gardens’ exciting Summer Camps!
Eco Heroes This program, for ages 6-9, allows young ecologists
to learn the secret life of natural superheroes. Daily themes
from insects to flowers to soil will inspire fun crafts, games,
and hands-on activities to enhance each day’s discoveries.
July 20–24 9am–12pm
$150, $135member
Fresh Takes This program, for ages 6-9, focuses on the artmaking process as inspired by the natural world. Artists explore a
variety of traditional methods like drawing and painting, as
well as lesser known arts like printmaking, mixed media, light
power tools and more. Open to all levels of experience with an
enthusiasm for art.
July 27–31, 9am–12pm
$150, $135 member
Contact lreichenberger@oldwestburygardens.org or
516.333.0048 x338 to register.
Wellness
Visiting the Gardens
Yoga in the Gardens
Professional Kripalu Yoga instructor, Lorili Henry, leads students
through a dynamic, yet gentle flow of postures and conscious
breathing. Participants must bring a yoga mat, yoga strap, and
towel.
Thursdays and Saturdays, May–October (rain or shine), 11:15am–
12:15pm
$15 per session (includes Gardens admission)/$5 member
Tai Chi
Tai chi—a unique form of “moving meditation”—calms the mind,
relaxes the body and strengthens the spirit. Sessions are taught by
professional tai chi instructor, Linda Cafiero, and are designed for
all experience levels.
Wednesdays and Sundays, May–October, 10:30–11:30am (rain or
shine)
$15 per session (includes Gardens admission)/$5 member.
71 Old Westbury Road
(between Jericho Turnpike, Rte. 25, and the LIE, Exit 39)
Old Westbury, New York 11568
516.333.0048; oldwestburygardens.org
Mailing Address: PO Box 430, Old Westbury, NY 11568
Hours
April 11–26
Open every Saturday and Sunday, 10am–5pm,
Final admission is 4pm, Westbury House 11am–4:30pm
April 27–October31
Open every day except Tuesday, 10am–5pm, Westbury House
11am–4:30pm, Final admission is 4pm.
Admissions
$10 General, $8 college students with ID and persons over age 62,
$5 children ages 7–17. Free for members and children ages 6 and
under.
Program and Event Information
Old Westbury Gardens reserves the right to change or cancel programs and events. Visit oldwestburygardens.org for any changes.
Registration for all events is at oldwestburygardens.org. Where
indicated advance registration or tickets are required in order to
ensure adequate space or materials. All registrations will be confirmed by email or mail. If you have not received your confirmation
14 days prior to your program’s start date, call 516-333-0048 ext. 301.
In the event we receive your registration after a program has filled,
you will automatically be placed on a waiting list. You will be notified by phone if/when a space becomes available. We will process
your payment at that time.
If Old Westbury Gardens cancels the program (e.g., due to rain,
instructor’s illness, or insufficient enrollment) you will receive a full
refund.
If you are unable to attend the program you may contact our office
for a receipt, which will enable you to claim your contribution as a
tax-deductible gift.
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Refunds must be requested in writing and will be issued only if
requested at least 14 days prior to the program. A 10% processing
fee may be deducted from the refund. No refunds will be issued
less than 14 days before the start of the program. Registrations are
processed in the order in which they are received.
Coming Events
Picnic Pops
For over 40 years Old Westbury Gardens has been the place
to be on Wednesday nights in the summer. Dance lessons at
6:30pm; concerts at 7pm.
$10/$8 members and over age 62. Free for ages 17 and under
when accompanied by an adult
Vince Giordano and the
Nighthawks
The Emmy award winning
band returns for an evening
of 1920s and 30s jazz and
popular dance music.
vincegiordano.com July 8
A Kornucopia
(20s and 30s Jazz) July 15.
Dr. Zsa’s Powdered Zydeco
Band
July 22
The Brain Cloud
Western swing. July 29
Vanessa Trouble and the Red Hot Swing
August 5
Long Island Scottish Festival and Highland
Games
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Saturday, August 22 8am–5pm
Children’s Programs
Storybook Strolls:
Children, ages 3–5, are invited to listen to a story as they walk
through the gardens and create a craft afterwards. Free with
admission.
July4, August 1, and September 5, Noon
Bug Safari
Bring a butterfly net and collecting jars.
Saturday, August 8, 11am (rain date Saturday, August 15)
Guided Nature Tours
60–90 minute walks led by an environmental educator.
For all ages.
Bat Walk
Friday, July 17, 8pm (rain date Saturday, July 18)
$5 General admission, $3 child (7-17)/ Free for member
Nature’s Nighttime Noises
Saturday, August 29, 7:30pm
$5 General admission, $3 child (7-17)/ Free for member
Stargazers
Join members of the Astronomical Society of Long Island for
sky-watching. asliclub.org Rain dates are on next day.
Thursday, July 23, 8:30pm
Thursday, August 20, 8:30pm
Thursday, September 17, 8:30pm
April
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
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Thursday
2
Friday
3
Saturday
4
Garden Highlights
Tulips, English Daisies, Pansies, Forget-Me-Nots, Daffodils, Primroses,
Wildflowers
Westbury House and Gardens closed
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6
7
8
9
10
11
&&Let’s Move Family
Challenge Walk
Noon
♪♪Poetica Musica, 8pm
Westbury House and Gardens closed
EASTER
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14
15
16
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18
Dog Days
Dog Exhibits
11am–4pm
Taste of Spring, 6pm $
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Dog Days
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♪♪Suzuki on the Island
3pm
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$$Renew,
Replenish,
ReconnectSunset Poetry
Walk, 6:30pm
Arbor Day Tree
Dedication, 1pm
ssTree Walk, 2pm
♪♪Young Musicians
Concert 3pm
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Westbury House
and Gardens
open every day,
except Tuesdays,
until October 31
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Reap the Fruits of You
Labor, 10:30am $
Photography
Workshop, 10:30am $
A Wind-Wind
Situation, Noon–1pm
Westbury House and Gardens closed
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25
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Member’s Only
Preview Plant Sale
10am–5pm
&&Event for Children
ssGarden Tour
$$Special fee and/or advance tickets are
required; see listing for complete details.
♪♪Concert
House & Gardens
closed
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May
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
1
Garden Highlights
Tulips, Lilacs, Dogwood, Azaleas,
Wisteria, Mountain Laurel, Bluebells
2
Yoga, 11:15am $
&&Sweet Dreams
are Made of Seeds
Noon­‑1PM
&&Event for Children
♪♪Concert
ssGarden Tour
$$ Special fee and/or advance tickets
are required, see listing for complete
details.
♪♪Poetica Musica, 8pm $
PLANT SALE
3
Tai Chi, 10:30am $
4
5
6
Tai Chi, 10:30am $
7
Yoga, 11:15am $
8
ssTalk & Tour:
Spring Bulbs, 2pm
House & Gardens
closed
PLANT SALE
Tai Chi, 10:30am $
Yoga, 11:15am $
&&Beaming Blooms
Mother’s Day craft,
Noon $
♪♪Long Island Flute Club
Recital, 2pm
10
9
11
12
13
Tai Chi, 10:30am $
14
Yoga, 11:15am $
15
16
Yoga, 11:15am $
&&Happy to Hear It
walk and craft, Noon
Afternoon Tea,
1pm $
Gardeners’ Fair, 7pm $
House & Gardens
closed
MOTHER’S DAY
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Tai Chi, 10:30am $
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20
Tai Chi, 10:30am $
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Yoga, 11:15am $
22
♪♪Young Musician’s
Concert, 3pm
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&&Many Happy
Returns,
Self-guided
handout
Yoga, 11:15am $
House & Gardens
closed
24
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Tai Chi, 10:30am $
25
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31
Tai Chi, 10:30am $
MEMORIAL DAY
House & Gardens
closed
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Tai Chi, 10:30am $
28
Yoga, 11:15am $
29
Spring Trip,
Friends of Old
Westbury
Gardens $
30
Early Bird Walk,
9am
Yoga, 11:15am $
June
Sunday
Monday
1
Tuesday
2
Wednesday
3
Thursday
4
Friday
5
Golf
Tournament $
Saturday
6
Yoga, 11:15am $
&&Surprise in Disguise
Walk and Craft,
Noon
House & Gardens
closed
7
Antique Car Show,
9am-3pm
(rain date June 14)
8
9
10
Tai Chi, 10:30am $
11
Yoga, 11:15am $
12
13
Yoga, 11:15am $
&&A Natural Villain
Noon
No Tai Chi
House & Gardens
closed
14
Tai Chi, 10:30am $
15
16
♪♪Suzuki on the Island
1pm
17
Tai Chi, 10:30am $
18
Yoga, 11:15am $
19
Afternoon Tea,
1pm $
20
Photography
Workshop, 10:30am $
Yoga, 11:15am $
&&Hubcap Flowers for
Father’s Day, Noon $
House & Gardens
closed
Tai Chi, 10:30am $
22
23
ssGardens of the
English Country House
2pm
Tai Chi, 10:30am $
25
Yoga, 11:15am $
26
&&Find a Flower
Fairy, 4pm $
♪♪Midsummer
Jazz, 7:30pm
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Yoga, 11:15am $
♪♪Midsummer Night
6pm
House & Gardens
closed
FATHER’S DAY
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29
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House & Gardens
closed
Garden Highlights
Early June: Roses, Peonies, Columbines, Poppies, Foxgloves, Rhododendrons, Bearded Iris,
Coral Bells.
Mid–late June: Delphinium, Veronica, Clematis,
Catmint, Astilbe, Roses, Lilies, Heliotrope
&&Event for Children
♪♪Concert
ssGarden Tour
$$ Special fee and/or
advance tickets are
required, see listing for
complete details
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Membership and Support
Basic Benefits of Membership
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• Unlimited free admission to Westbury House and Gardens
(except for special events).
• Member-only hours for the Annual Plant Sale.
• Member-only events & educational programs.
• Advanced registration for selected public programs.
• Reciprocal admission & discounts at more than 200 gardens
and arboreta in the US & Canada.
• Subscription to the Newsletter and Calendar of Events.
• Discounts at participating garden centers.
• 10% Discount in Gift Shop, Plant Shop and Plant Sales.
• Opportunity to host private events at Orchard Hill.
Individual $50 Basic Benefits extended to one adult,
100% tax-deductible.
Family/Dual $75 Basic Benefits extended to two adults and
children under 18, 100% tax-deductible.
Sustainer $100 Basic Benefits extended to four adults and
children under 18, 100% tax-deductible.
Friend $300 Basic benefits extended to six adults and
children under 18, plus invitations to select programs trips and
tours, 100% tax-deductible.
Patron $500 Friend Benefits plus: Access to special reserved parking, invitations to exclusive fundraising events, Picnic Pops Car
Pass, $405 tax-deductible.
Contributor $1000 Patron Benefits, plus: Personalized tour with
an expert guide and Picnic Pops Sponsor Pass,
$905 tax-deductible.
Benefactor $2,500 Contributor Benefits, plus: Opportunity to host
a private Gardens event, $2,405 tax-deductible.
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Become a member online at oldwestburygardens.org or to find
out further information about membership, gift memberships,
please contact the membership office at 516.333.0048 ext. 304.
Taste of Spring
This premier event features: savory food samplings, fine wines,
raffles and auction.
Saturday, April 18, 6–9pm
$50/ $40 member Advance tickets required. Register online at
http://bit.ly/Taste_of_Spring
Gardeners’ Fair
This is the largest fundraising event of the year and this year the
party focuses on everyone’s love of Horses. Our chairs are Cornelia Guest and Ellen Niven and our honoree is Jane Greenleaf and
her family. The honorary décor chair is Nina Campbell who will
be coming from London to join us for this event.
If you are interested in attending or taking a journal advertisement, please contact Toi Hatcher at 516-333-0048 x309.
Saturday, May 16
The Friends of Old Westbury Gardens Spring Trip
The Friends of Old Westbury Gardens has an exciting trip
planned for Central Park. This event will include a tour by Central
Park Conservancy historian Sara Cedar Miller. The Friends will
be joined by their luncheon honoree Henry Stern who will give
a short talk. The buffet lunch will be held at a private apartment
with a view of Central Park. Space is limited and you must be an
upper level member, Friend or above, to attend this wonderful
and unique event.
Friday, May 29
Advance registration required. Space is limited. For details and
ticket purchase contact Toi Hatcher at: 516-333-0048 x309;
thatcher@oldwestburygardens.org.
Golf Tournament
Join us for lunch, golf on a glorious course and dinner and awards
immediately following. This year’s outing will be chaired by Jack
Foley. The Gardens is returning to the Meadowbrook Club. This is
a golfer’s dream event as foursomes are limited so the pace of play
is excellent!
Tuesday, June 2
Advance registration required. Space is limited. For details and
ticket purchase contact Toi Hatcher at: 516-333-0048 x309;
thatcher@oldwestburygardens.org.
For event and program registration visit oldwestburygardens.org
Old Westbury Gardens
PO Box 430
Old Westbury NY 11568
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WESTBURY, NY
Old Westbury Gardens
CALENDAR OF
EVENTS
Spring 2015
Nancy Einhart
Westbury House and
Gardens reopen April 11
Dog Days April 18 and 19
Plant Sale May 1–3
Antique Car Show, June 7
Midsummer Days, June 27–28