May 2011

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Sunday

Open to the Public 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Kids and Family Program: SCVNGR Hunt 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Tree-Searchers unite! Send the family on a high tech hunt through the gardens to discover spectacular species using the SCVNGR app on your cell or iphone. Standard text messaging rates apply. Free with Admission.
Spring Plant Sale and Gardening Weekend 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 Cornell Cooperative Extension Nassau County 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 1/2 cup of dry soil form about 4 inches down.
Arbor Day Tree Dedication Ceremony 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Join family and friends who have contributed to the Tree Fund to dedicate a series of trees in memory or in honor of loved ones. An annual Arbor Day tradition. Rain or Shine.
Long Island Flute Club Spring Recital 2:30 pm The Long Island Flute Club's annual spring recital features Tara Helen O'Connor, flute, Helen KamPMeier, piano, performing Works by Bach, Reynolds, Marlsz, Mower, Widor and Daugherty. Free with admission.

Present a non-expired Bank of America ATM, debit or credit card for free general admission today and on the first weekend of each month, Apr-Dec (not applicable June 5).

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Monday

Open to the Public 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Tuesday

Closed

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Wednesday

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Thursday

Open to the Public 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Yoga in the Gardens 11:15 am - 12:30 pm Professional Professional Kripalu Yoga instructor, Lorili Henry, will lead students through a dynamic, yet gentle, continuous flow of postures and conscious breathing. Participants must bring a yoga mat, yoga strap and towel. $15.00 per session; $5.00 members (weather permitting, includes Gardens admission) every Saturday and Thursday.

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Friday

Open to the Public 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Mothers' Day Floral Bouquet Workshop 4:00 pm Work alongside our on site floral designer to help create an arrangement that Mom, Grandma, or any special lady will be proud to wear on her day. Using fresh flowers and modern design techniques, children will enjoy this hands-on program to create a one of a kind gift straight from the heart. This is an all weather indoor event. Registration required, please call (516) 333-0048 Ext. 301 or register online HERE. $10.00, $5.00 for members. (includes materials).

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Saturday

Open to the Public 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Yoga in the Gardens 11:15 am - 12:30 pm Professional Professional Kripalu Yoga instructor, Lorili Henry, will lead students through a dynamic, yet gentle, continuous flow of postures and conscious breathing. Participants must bring a yoga mat, yoga strap and towel. $15.00 per session; $5.00 members (weather permitting, includes Gardens admission) every Saturday and Thursday.

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Sunday

Mother's Day: Open to the Public 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Mother's Day Gift Smell the flowers with Mom at the Gardens this Mother's Day. All female guests 18 and older will receive a complimentary lavender plant, while supplies last.
Talk & Tour: Lilac Walk 1:00 pm, 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 perfections. 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

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Tuesday

Closed

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Wednesday

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Thursday

Open to the Public 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Introduction to Organic Gardening 10:00 am A talk on organic flower and vegetable gardening will be held in the Cottage and Demonstration gardens and given by Ann Marie Zawistowski, Old Westbury Gardens’ rosarian and cottage gardener. The talk will explore the basic fundamentals of organic gardening. Learn the benefits and limitations and the basic biological principles of organic gardening. We will explore easy and simple steps for home gardeners to utilize natural biological processes and organic treatments to make their garden a healthy environment for people, pets, insects, and wildlife. Registration and pre-payment required please call (516) 333-0048 Ext. 301 or register online HERE. $15.00; $5.00 Members.
Yoga in the Gardens 11:15 am - 12:30 pm Professional Professional Kripalu Yoga instructor, Lorili Henry, will lead students through a dynamic, yet gentle, continuous flow of postures and conscious breathing. Participants must bring a yoga mat, yoga strap and towel. $15.00 per session; $5.00 members (weather permitting, includes Gardens admission) every Saturday and Thursday.

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Friday

Open to the Public 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Kids and Family Programs: Garden Explorers 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm (Fridays, May 13 - June 17) Through fun and creative hands-on activities, children will learn about plants and animals native to Long Island. Session I (6 classes, May–June) will focus on botany, covering topics such as seeds, sprouts, flowers and seasonal changes. Session II (July–Aug.) will emphasize wildlife. The program is designed for ages 6–12. Each class includes a lesson on ecology, botany, or biology, a hike and other educational activities. Registration required, please call (516) 333-0048 Ext. 301. $10.00 per class, $5.00 for members. All 6 classes per session $50.00, $25.00 for members. Includes accompanying adult.

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Saturday

Open to the Public 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Introduction to Organic Gardening 10:00 am A talk on organic flower and vegetable gardening will be held in the Cottage and Demonstration gardens and given by Ann Marie Zawistowski, Old Westbury Gardens’ rosarian and cottage gardener. The talk will explore the basic fundamentals of organic gardening. Learn the benefits and limitations and the basic biological principles of organic gardening. We will explore easy and simple steps for home gardeners to utilize natural biological processes and organic treatments to make their garden a healthy environment for people, pets, insects, and wildlife. Registration and pre-payment required please call (516) 333-0048 Ext. 301 or register online HERE. $15.00; $5.00 Members.
Yoga in the Gardens 11:15 am - 12:30 pm Professional Professional Kripalu Yoga instructor, Lorili Henry, will lead students through a dynamic, yet gentle, continuous flow of postures and conscious breathing. Participants must bring a yoga mat, yoga strap and towel. $15.00 per session; $5.00 members (weather permitting, includes Gardens admission) every Saturday and Thursday.
Kids and Family Program: Say Its Only a Paper Bloom Craft 12:00 pm Make your artwork come to life- literally! Using specially seeded paper, children will recreate a favorite Walled Garden bloom to display and later plant at home. Free with admission.

Poetic Musica: Awake the Harp 8:00 pm The renowned harpist, Bridget Kibbey joins the members of Poetica Musica in a concert of French and Spanish music performed by Barry Crawford, flute, Eleanor Valkenburg, soprano, and Oren Fader, guitar featuring works by Villa-Lobos, Debussy, De Falla, Stravinsky and more. Works include the Bachianas Brasileiras, no.5 by Heitor Villa-Lobos arranged for flute, voice and guitar, Four Russian Songs, for voice, guitar, flute, and harp by Igor Stravinsky and Fantasie for Flute and Harp by Camille Saint-Saëns.
At 6:45 pm, join a guided tour of the Gardens and Westbury House; 7:30 pm, a pre-concert talk; and, a Meet the Artist reception will follow the concert. Registration and pre-payment required please call (516) 333-0048 Ext. 301 or register online HERE. $25.00; $18.00 Members, Seniors & Students w/ID.

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Sunday

Open to the Public 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Talk & Tour: Primrose Walk & Cottage Garden in Spring 2:00 pm, Discover the the exquisite Primrose Path and the Cottage Garden in full bloom.

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Monday

Open to the Public 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Tuesday

Closed

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Wednesday

Open to the Public 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Border Basics 10:00 am Join Maura McGoldrick-Brush, Director of Horticulture, for a presentation on the ABC’s of border gardens: color design, plant selection, and maintenance. Participants will receive 20% off plant selections that are available at the Plant Shop. Registration and pre-payment required, please call (516) 333-0048 Ext. 301 or register online HERE. $15.00; $5.00 Members.
Cancelled Today - Tai Chi in the Gardens 10:30 am - 11:30 am Tai Chi, a unique form of "moving meditation" calms the mind, relaxes the body and strengthens the spirit. Sessions taught by professional Tai Chi instructor, Linda Cafiero are designed for all experience levels. $15.00 per session; $5.00 members (weather permitting, includes Gardens admission).
Spring Garden Tea and Tour 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm Spend a gracious afternoon at the Gardens. After a seasonal guided tour of the Gardens ending in the Walled Garden, enjoy an elegant tea at Orchard Hill. Registration and pre-payment required, please call (516) 333-0048 Ext. 301 or register online HERE. $35.00; $30.00 Members.

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Thursday

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Friday

Open to the Public 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Kids and Family Programs: Garden Explorers 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm (Fridays, May 13 - June 17) Through fun and creative hands-on activities, children will learn about plants and animals native to Long Island. Session I (6 classes, May–June) will focus on botany, covering topics such as seeds, sprouts, flowers and seasonal changes. Session II (July–Aug.) will emphasize wildlife. The program is designed for ages 6–12. Each class includes a lesson on ecology, botany, or biology, a hike and other educational activities. Registration required, please call (516) 333-0048 Ext. 301. $10 per class, $5 for members. All 6 classes per session $50.00, $25.00 for members. Includes accompanying adult.

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Saturday

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Sunday

Open to the Public 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Postponed to Saturday, June 11 due to field conditions - Porsche Auto Show 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 (free with admission).

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Monday

Open to the Public 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Tuesday

Closed

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Wednesday

Open to the Public 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Cancelled Today moved to 5/26 - Tai Chi in the Gardens 10:30 am - 11:30 am Tai Chi, a unique form of "moving meditation" calms the mind, relaxes the body and strengthens the spirit. Sessions taught by professional Tai Chi instructor, Linda Cafiero are designed for all experience levels. $15.00 per session; $5.00 members (weather permitting, includes Gardens admission).

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Thursday

Open to the Public 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tai Chi in the Gardens 10:30 am - 11:30 am Tai Chi, a unique form of "moving meditation" calms the mind, relaxes the body and strengthens the spirit. Sessions taught by professional Tai Chi instructor, Linda Cafiero are designed for all experience levels. $15.00 per session; $5.00 members (weather permitting, includes Gardens admission).
Yoga in the Gardens 11:15 am - 12:30 pm Professional Professional Kripalu Yoga instructor, Lorili Henry, will lead students through a dynamic, yet gentle, continuous flow of postures and conscious breathing. Participants must bring a yoga mat, yoga strap and towel. $15.00 per session; $5.00 members (weather permitting, includes Gardens admission) every Saturday and Thursday.

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Friday

Open to the Public 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Kids and Family Programs: Garden Explorers 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm (Fridays, May 13 - June 17) Through fun and creative hands-on activities, children will learn about plants and animals native to Long Island. Session I (6 classes, May–June) will focus on botany, covering topics such as seeds, sprouts, flowers and seasonal changes. Session II (July–Aug.) will emphasize wildlife. The program is designed for ages 6–12. Each class includes a lesson on ecology, botany, or biology, a hike and other educational activities. Registration required, please call (516) 333-0048 Ext. 301. $10 per class, $5 for members. All 6 classes per session $50.00, $25.00 for members. Includes accompanying adult.

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Saturday

Open to the Public 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Long Island Mozart Festival In collaboration with Chamber Players International, this event returns for a fourth season. All activities are included in admission. Lawn seating: bring chairs or a blanket.
Chamber works by Mozart for flute and strings 2:00 pm.
For more information and a complete schedule of events click HERE.

Support for the Festival's Children's Programs Provided by: The O'Sullivan Foundaiton.

Bring the children to the Mozart Festival and introduce them to the joys of music in an informal setting.

Craft: Making Musical Instruments 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Stop by our crafts table in the Cottage Garden to make a variety of simple instruments! Even the youngest of aspiring musicians can take part by visiting our coloring table.
Music in Nature Tour 11:00 am Demonstration of music inspired by nature followed by “listening tour” of gardens.
Mozart for Children 12:00 pm Debbie Surowicz brings her award-winning program to the Festival. Works by Mozart and other composers, carefully selected for their appeal to children, are used as the basis for story telling, games, movement and song. Extensive use is made of hand puppets and easy to play small instruments and other musical props.
Tubby The Tuba 3:00 pm A nostalgic introduction to the orchestra.

Yoga in the Gardens 11:15 am - 12:30 pm Professional Professional Kripalu Yoga instructor, Lorili Henry, will lead students through a dynamic, yet gentle, continuous flow of postures and conscious breathing. Participants must bring a yoga mat, yoga strap and towel. $15.00 per session; $5.00 members (weather permitting, includes Gardens admission) every Saturday and Thursday.

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Sunday

Open to the Public 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Long Island Mozart Festival In collaboration with Chamber Players International, this event returns for a fourth season. All activities are included in admission. Lawn seating: bring chairs or a blanket.
For more information and a complete schedule of events click HERE.
Mozart Violin Concerto #1, Anna Rabinova, soloist Mozart Piano Concerto #27, Konstantin Soukhevetski Daniel Boico, conductor 2:00 pm.

Bring the children to the Mozart Festival and introduce them to the joys of music in an informal setting.

Introduction to Classical Music with The Kende Trio 4:00 pm Join these young musicians for an interactive introduction to classical music.

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Monday

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

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Tuesday

Closed