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Thursday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Plant Sale 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Purchase select annuals and perennials, including the Gardens’ signature varieties.  Not sure what plants are right for your landscape? Gardens’ horticulturists along with members of various plant societies and Nassau County Cornell Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners will be on hand to help you select the right plants and answer your questions.

Special Member’s Preview Day from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm with a 15% discount on all purchases.

Yoga Workshop Every Thursday, 11:00 am - 12:15 pm Why train in a stuffy gym when you can exercise alongside nature in the awe-inspiring gardens?  Professional Kripalu Yoga instructor, Lorili Henry, will lead students through a dynamic, yet gentle, continuous flow of postures and conscious breathing.  Students are encouraged to work at their own pace.  There is no better way to relax in the Gardens!  Registration required.  $15 per session; $5 members (weather permitting, includes Gardens admission).  Participants must bring a yoga mat, yoga strap and towel.

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Friday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Plant Sale 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Purchase select annuals and perennials, including the Gardens’ signature varieties.  Not sure what plants are right for your landscape? Gardens’ horticulturists along with members of various plant societies and Nassau County Cornell Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners will be on hand to help you select the right plants and answer your questions.

Soil Testing 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Bring ½ cup of dry soil.

Gardening Demonstrations 11:00 pm and 2:00 pm Programs on home gardening presented by the Gardens’ horticulturalists and Master Gardeners from Cornell Cooperative Extension Nassau County Horticulture Program.

• Designing Your Front Garden 11:00 am with Susan King

• Planting/Transplanting Trees and Shrubs 2:00 pm with John Deignan.

Orchard Hill Designer Showhouse Gala Preview Party, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm, reservations required call (516) 333-0908 or visit Orchard Hill Designer Showhouse.

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Saturday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Orchard Hill Showhouse Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Plein Air Oil Painting 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, Saturdays, April 26 - May 17 En plein, “in the open air,” describes the act of painting outside rather than indoors. Learn this technique with Pratt Institute's Art Instructor Bart Deceglie. Open to painters at all levels of experience. Class size is limited so register early. Registration & pre-payment required. $55.00 per class; $40.00 members; $200 (series of 4 classes), $150 members.

Plant Sale 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Purchase select annuals and perennials, including the Gardens’ signature varieties.  Not sure what plants are right for your landscape? Gardens’ horticulturists along with members of various plant societies and Nassau County Cornell Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners will be on hand to help you select the right plants and answer your questions.

Soil Testing 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Bring ½ cup of dry soil.

Floral Design 10:30 am - 12:30 pm Join Scott Lucas, Cut Garden Supervisor and Westbury House’s floral arranger, for a hands-on workshop exploring design principals of cut flower arrangements. Fee includes all plant materials and container that participants will take home for continued enjoyment. Beginners are welcome. Class size is limited so register early. Registration and prepayment required. $35.00, $25.00 members.

Gardening Demonstrations 11:00 pm and 2:00 pm Programs on home gardening presented by the Gardens’ horticulturalists and Master Gardeners from Cornell Cooperative Extension Nassau County Horticulture Program.

• Designing Your Front Garden 11:00 am with Susan King

• Container Gardening 2:00 pm with Claire Reisert and Ellen Rush

Planting Projects for Children 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Encourage the joy of gardening in your children.  Bring them to the Gardens for a take-home gardening project craft.

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Sunday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Orchard Hill Showhouse Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Plant Sale 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Purchase select annuals and perennials, including the Gardens’ signature varieties.  Not sure what plants are right for your landscape? Gardens’ horticulturists along with members of various plant societies and Nassau County Cornell Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners will be on hand to help you select the right plants and answer your questions.

Soil Testing 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Bring ½ cup of dry soil.

Gardening Demonstrations 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Programs on home gardening presented by the Gardens’ horticulturalists and Master Gardeners from Cornell Cooperative Extension Nassau County Horticulture Program.

• Noon Pruning 12:00 am with Lynn Thomson

• Composting 2:00 pm with Michael and Deborah Szabaga

Planting Projects for Children 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Encourage the joy of gardening in your children.  Bring them to the Gardens for a take-home gardening project craft.

Talk & Tour: Demonstration Gardens 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Opened to the public in 1969 to inspire the home gardener, these gardens have since been regularly replanted and re-envisioned since. Tour the newly renovated Grey and Vegetable Gardens and learn hints for your own home gardens.

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Monday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Orchard Hill Showhouse Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

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Tuesday

Old Westbury House and Gardens Closed

Orchard Hill Showhouse Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

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Wednesday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Orchard Hill Showhouse Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Tai Chi Every Wednesday 10:30 am – 11:30 am Tai chi a unique form of “moving meditation” calms the mind, relaxes the body and strengthens the spirit. Much of tai chi is practiced slowly and gently, ideal for people of all ages and health conditions. Its fluid movements are based on movements in nature, which makes Old Westbury Gardens for sessions. Sessions taught by Linda Cafiero are designed for all experience levels. Participants should wear comfortable clothing. Registration required.  $15 per session; $5 members (weather permitting, includes Gardens admission).

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Thursday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Orchard Hill Showhouse Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Yoga Workshop Every Thursday, 11:00 am - 12:15 pm Why train in a stuffy gym when you can exercise alongside nature in the awe-inspiring gardens?  Professional Kripalu Yoga instructor, Lorili Henry, will lead students through a dynamic, yet gentle, continuous flow of postures and conscious breathing.  Students are encouraged to work at their own pace.  There is no better way to relax in the Gardens!  Registration required.  $15 per session; $5 members (weather permitting, includes Gardens admission).  Participants must bring a yoga mat, yoga strap and towel.

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Friday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Orchard Hill Showhouse Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Mother’s Day Bouquet Project 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Create a floral gift for mom or grandmom. For ages 6 – 10. Class size is limited so register early. $10.00, $5.00 members (includes materials).

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Saturday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Orchard Hill Showhouse Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

THE PORSCHE SHOW IS POSTPONED TO A LATER DATE TO BE DETERMINED -- Porsche On View 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Mid-1950's to top current model Porsches will be on display.  For information and registration contact Porsche Club of America Metro New York at http://www.metronypca.org. 

Plein Air Oil Painting 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, Saturdays, April 26 - May 17 En plein, “in the open air,” describes the act of painting outside rather than indoors. Learn this technique with Pratt Institute's Art Instructor Bart Deceglie. Open to painters at all levels of experience. Class size is limited so register early. Registration & pre-payment required. $55.00 per class; $40.00 members; $200 (series of 4 classes), $150 members.

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Sunday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Mother's Day

Orchard Hill Showhouse Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Talk & Tour: Lilac Walk 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Join Master Gardener and docent Barbara Levine for a stroll along the Lilac Walk during the peak of its perfection.  Be transported by the beauty and fragrances of these historic and fascinating plants.

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Monday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Orchard Hill Showhouse Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

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Tuesday

Old Westbury House and Gardens Closed

Orchard Hill Showhouse Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

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Wednesday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Orchard Hill Showhouse Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Tai Chi Every Wednesday 10:30 am – 11:30 am Tai chi a unique form of “moving meditation” calms the mind, relaxes the body and strengthens the spirit. Much of tai chi is practiced slowly and gently, ideal for people of all ages and health conditions. Its fluid movements are based on movements in nature, which makes Old Westbury Gardens for sessions. Sessions taught by Linda Cafiero are designed for all experience levels. Participants should wear comfortable clothing. Registration required.  $15 per session; $5 members (weather permitting, includes Gardens admission).

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Thursday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Orchard Hill Showhouse Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Yoga Workshop Every Thursday, 11:00 am - 12:15 pm Why train in a stuffy gym when you can exercise alongside nature in the awe-inspiring gardens?  Professional Kripalu Yoga instructor, Lorili Henry, will lead students through a dynamic, yet gentle, continuous flow of postures and conscious breathing.  Students are encouraged to work at their own pace.  There is no better way to relax in the Gardens!  Registration required.  $15 per session; $5 members (weather permitting, includes Gardens admission).  Participants must bring a yoga mat, yoga strap and towel.

16

Friday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Orchard Hill Showhouse Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

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Saturday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Orchard Hill Showhouse Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Plein Air Oil Painting 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, Saturdays, April 26 - May 17 En plein, “in the open air,” describes the act of painting outside rather than indoors. Learn this technique with Pratt Institute's Art Instructor Bart Deceglie. Open to painters at all levels of experience. Class size is limited so register early. Registration & pre-payment required. $55.00 per class; $40.00 members; $200 (series of 4 classes), $150 members.

Poetica Musica: Three plus Three 8:00 pm  Chamber Ensamble Poetica Musica will perform Trios by Schubert and Mendelssohn.  At 6:45 pm, join a guided tour of the Gardens or Westbury House; 7:30 pm, pre-concert talk. A Meet-the-Artists reception will follow the concert. Registration and pre-payment required. $25; $20 Members, Seniors & Students w/ID.

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Sunday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Orchard Hill Showhouse Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Children’s Concert: Animal Tales 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm An interactive concert that features five Aesop's fables for narrator, flute and piano as well as three other musical interpretations of animal tales. A wonderful learning experience for children eight and under, combining classical music, and valuable lessons in a fun-filled one-hour program. Dominique Soucy, flute, Vered Reznik, piano, Ayelet Rose Gottlieb, narrator.

Talk & Tour: Spring Perennials 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Stroll with Master Gardener and docent Dan Mahony through our beautiful gardens as he discusses how you can grow these charming spring plants at home.

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Monday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Orchard Hill Showhouse Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

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Tuesday

Old Westbury House and Gardens Closed

Orchard Hill Showhouse Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

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Wednesday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Orchard Hill Showhouse Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Tai Chi Every Wednesday 10:30 am – 11:30 am Tai chi a unique form of “moving meditation” calms the mind, relaxes the body and strengthens the spirit. Much of tai chi is practiced slowly and gently, ideal for people of all ages and health conditions. Its fluid movements are based on movements in nature, which makes Old Westbury Gardens for sessions. Sessions taught by Linda Cafiero are designed for all experience levels. Participants should wear comfortable clothing. Registration required.  $15 per session; $5 members (weather permitting, includes Gardens admission).

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Thursday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Orchard Hill Showhouse Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Yoga Workshop Every Thursday, 11:00 am - 12:15 pm Why train in a stuffy gym when you can exercise alongside nature in the awe-inspiring gardens?  Professional Kripalu Yoga instructor, Lorili Henry, will lead students through a dynamic, yet gentle, continuous flow of postures and conscious breathing.  Students are encouraged to work at their own pace.  There is no better way to relax in the Gardens!  Registration required.  $15 per session; $5 members (weather permitting, includes Gardens admission).  Participants must bring a yoga mat, yoga strap and towel.

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Friday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Orchard Hill Showhouse Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

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Saturday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Orchard Hill Showhouse Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

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Sunday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Orchard Hill Showhouse Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

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Monday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Memorial Day

Orchard Hill Showhouse Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

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Tuesday

Old Westbury House and Gardens Closed

Orchard Hill Showhouse Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

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Wednesday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Orchard Hill Showhouse Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Tai Chi Every Wednesday 10:30 am – 11:30 am Tai chi a unique form of “moving meditation” calms the mind, relaxes the body and strengthens the spirit. Much of tai chi is practiced slowly and gently, ideal for people of all ages and health conditions. Its fluid movements are based on movements in nature, which makes Old Westbury Gardens for sessions. Sessions taught by Linda Cafiero are designed for all experience levels. Participants should wear comfortable clothing. Registration required.  $15 per session; $5 members (weather permitting, includes Gardens admission).

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Thursday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Orchard Hill Showhouse Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Yoga Workshop Every Thursday, 11:00 am - 12:15 pm Why train in a stuffy gym when you can exercise alongside nature in the awe-inspiring gardens?  Professional Kripalu Yoga instructor, Lorili Henry, will lead students through a dynamic, yet gentle, continuous flow of postures and conscious breathing.  Students are encouraged to work at their own pace.  There is no better way to relax in the Gardens!  Registration required.  $15 per session; $5 members (weather permitting, includes Gardens admission).  Participants must bring a yoga mat, yoga strap and towel.

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Friday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Orchard Hill Showhouse Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

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Saturday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Orchard Hill Showhouse Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Gardeners' Fair 7:00 pm Dinner dance and auction to benefit Old Westbury Gardens.  For more information and to purchase tickets, please contact Kristen Bradely at 516.333.0048 x308.