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SUMMARY:Lecture: Austen’s Shelf: Don’t Quit Your Daydream
DESCRIPTION:Lectures\, Seasonal/Special Events\n\n\n\n\nThis event is part of Regency Romance Weekend. \n\n\n\n\n\nCharity of Jane Austen’s Shelf never planned on becoming a bookstore owner until a cancer scare reminded her that tomorrow isn’t promised. What began as fear turned into realizing what truly mattered\, which then spurred action. Today\, she runs a thriving bookstore in South Jersey and encourages others to stop waiting for “someday.” In Don’t Quit Your Daydream\, she shares how adversity can reveal exactly what we’re meant to chase. \n\n\n\nJane Austen’s Shelf: Inspired by Jane Austen and guided by a deep belief in the power of stories\, Jane Austen’s Shelf is designed to meet readers where they are: whether at cozy coffee shops\, bustling malls\, charming wineries\, or markets. Inside this rolling tiny bookshop on wheels\, you’ll find shelves filled with sweet romances\, timeless classics\, young adult favorites\, non-fiction\, and regency themed treasures perfect for gifting or collecting. Whether you’re hosting a book club\, planning a bridal shower or wedding\, or just want a unique pop-up experience\, Austen’s Shelf brings a touch of storybook charm wherever it goes. \n\n\n\nIncluded with Admission  \n\n\n\nLocation: The Barn at Orchard Hill \n\n\n\n\n\nJane Austen’s Shelf\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nbecome a member
URL:https://www.oldwestburygardens.org/event/lecture-jane-austens-shelf-dont-quit-your-daydream/
CATEGORIES:Lectures,Seasonal/Special Events
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SUMMARY:The Romance of the Past: Why We Love the Couples of Yesteryear (Panel)
DESCRIPTION:Lectures\, Seasonal/Special Events\n\n\n\n\nTHIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED DUE TO ILLNESS OF THE PRESENTERS. THIS EVENT WILL NOT BE RESCHEDULED. \n\n\n\nThe roots of modern romance trace back to ancient times to give us tales we can’t resist. Whether it’s Anthony and Cleopatra\, Robin Hood and Maid Marion\, Mr. Darcy and Miss Bennett\, or Anne Shirley and Gilbert Blythe\, we see our hopes and dreams reflected and refracted in the mirror of the past. Talk with Long Island Romance Writers about what draws us to the romance of another time and learn what it takes to write a touching tale of love in another era. \n\n\n\nParticipating writers will be: \n\n\n\nEsha A. (Moderator) \n\n\n\nAndrea Matthews \n\n\n\nRuth Vincent \n\n\n\nLeslie Vollard \n\n\n\nLocated in the Red Ballroom | Included with admission \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nbecome a member
URL:https://www.oldwestburygardens.org/event/the-romance-of-the-past-why-we-love-the-couples-of-yesteryear-panel/
CATEGORIES:Lectures,Seasonal/Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T130000
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SUMMARY:In the Footsteps of Giants: A Special Speaker Panel Curated by Garden Masterclass
DESCRIPTION:Lectures\, Seasonal/Special Events\n\n\n\n\nIn the Footsteps of Giants is a special speaker panel curated by Garden Masterclass that celebrates three extraordinary women whose gardens transformed horticulture and garden design: Vita Sackville-West\, Beth Chatto\, and Gertrude Jekyll. Following its acclaimed debut at the Charleston Garden Festival in the UK\, this engaging program now comes to the United States. \n\n\n\nThe panel brings together the current custodians of these iconic gardens—Long Barn\, Beth Chatto’s Garden\, and Hestercombe—who share personal insights into preserving and stewarding these living masterpieces. Moderated by renowned garden designer and lecturer Annie Guilfoyle\, the discussion explores the lasting influence of these pioneering women\, revealing untold stories\, fascinating details\, and why their ideas remain deeply relevant today. \n\n\n\nFeatured speakers: \n\n\n\n\nJulia Boulton — Chair of Beth Chatto’s Plants & Gardens; granddaughter of Beth Chatto\n\n\n\nRebecca Lemonius — Custodian of Long Barn; horticulturist and student of Great Dixter\n\n\n\nClaire Greenslade — Former Head Gardener at Hestercombe Gardens; currently developing a historic walled garden on a private estate\n\n\n\nModerator: Annie Guilfoyle — Garden designer\, international lecturer\, and Co-Director of Garden Masterclass\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPhoto (l to r): Rebecca Lemonius\, Claire Greenslade\, Annie Guilfoyle\, Julia Boulton\n\n\n\nEach will offer a unique perspective on the legacy\, challenges\, and joy of caring for gardens shaped by true giants of horticultural history. \n\n\n\nThe presentation will be followed by a Q&A session. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFee: $50; members receive 20% off \n\n\n\nLocation: The Red Ballroom \n\n\n\nA reception with light refreshments will follow the talk in the West Porch. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nbecome a member
URL:https://www.oldwestburygardens.org/event/in-the-footsteps-of-giants-a-special-speaker-panel-curated-by-garden-masterclass/
CATEGORIES:Lectures,Seasonal/Special Events
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SUMMARY:Gilded Age Holiday Stories and Treats 
DESCRIPTION:Lectures\, Seasonal/Special Events\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIt was during the Gilded Age that many of the Christmas traditions still celebrated in America today first became part of mainstream culture. From sugar plums to plum pudding\, each recipe in The Gilded Age Christmas Cookbook offers a colorful glimpse into the era\, complete with the fascinating history behind each confection\, its ingredients\, and its preparation. \n\n\n\nThis program\, based on the book\, explores the holiday lore of the time—sharing the origins of beloved customs such as Santa Claus\, the Christmas tree\, and Christmas cards—alongside stories of Gilded Age holiday debutante parties\, teas\, and grand balls. Guests will have the opportunity to sample treats from the cookbook\, and copies of the book will be available for purchase. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nABOUT THE AUTHOR \n\n\n\n\n\nBecky Libourel Diamond is a food writer\, librarian\, and research historian. Her most recent book\, The Gilded Age Christmas Cookbook\, blends period details and celebrity stories with historic holiday menus and recipes updated for modern kitchens. She is also the author of The Gilded Age Cookbook\, The Thousand Dollar Dinner\, and Mrs. Goodfellow: The Story of America’s First Cooking School. Becky holds a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Rider University and a master’s degree in library service from Rutgers University. Since 2020\, she has worked as a business librarian at Rutgers–New Brunswick. Her current project is a history of Philadelphia’s famous City Tavern restaurant. She lives in Yardley\, Pennsylvania. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFee: $30pp; members receive 20% off \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBECOME A MEMBER
URL:https://www.oldwestburygardens.org/event/gilded-age-holiday-stories-and-treats/
CATEGORIES:Lectures,Seasonal/Special Events
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SUMMARY:Sketch the Style: 1920s Fashion Talk\, Illustration Class\, and Archival Viewing
DESCRIPTION:Lectures\, Seasonal/Special Events\n\n\n\n\nSee the full list of events for Gatsby in the Gardens HERE! \n\n\n\nIn this hands-on fashion class\, we’ll explore the revolutionary style of the Jazz Age – when fashion illustration flourished and artists like Erté brought elegance and movement to the page with his iconic Art Deco designs. Learn about 1920s fashion\, from dropped waists to dramatic accessories\, before illustrating your own period-inspired ensemble with guided instruction.  \n\n\n\nYou’ll even get a glimpse into some authentic 1920s fashion from Old Westbury Gardens’ archives!  \n\n\n\nAll materials included and general admission included. \n\n\n\nAges 16+ | The Barn at Orchard Hill | $23 ($5 for Members) \n\n\n\nIf you need assistance booking tickets or paying just class fees and only one general admission if booking multiple classes\, or if you need assistance with your membership login\, please call 516-333-0048. \n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now!
URL:https://www.oldwestburygardens.org/event/sketch-the-style-1920s-fashion-talk-illustration-class-and-archival-viewing/
CATEGORIES:Lectures,Seasonal/Special Events,Workshops
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SUMMARY:Dressing the Jazz Age Lecture: Fashion\, Modernity\, and Social Change in the 1920s
DESCRIPTION:Lectures\, Seasonal/Special Events\n\n\n\n\nSee the full list of events for Gatsby in the Gardens HERE! \n\n\n\nJoin us in the Ballroom for a lecture by Fashion Historian\, Summer Anne Lee! From the flapper’s bold new look\, to the influence of designers like Jeanne Lanvin and Coco Chanel\, we will consider the impact of Art Deco design\, the rise of ready-to-wear\, and how fashion reflected the social transformations of the Jazz Age. \n\n\n\nThis lecture explores Euro-American fashion in the 1920s\, a decade marked by dramatic cultural shifts and artistic innovation. Summer will examine the evolving post-World War I feminine silhouette and highlight the influential work of leading couturiers\, such as Jeanne Lanvin and Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel\, among others\, who helped shape the decade’s aesthetic. The influence of Art Deco on fashion design will be considered\, alongside the tension between haute couture luxury and the growing accessibility of mass-produced ready-to-wear. Finally\, Summer will trace how the flapper’s rebellious new look and oversized Oxford bags worn by “flaming youth” were expressions of social transformation. \n\n\n\nAbout the Speaker \n\n\n\nSummer Anne Lee is a Brooklyn-based fashion historian. She has an MA in Fashion and Textile Studies from the Fashion Institute of Technology\, where she currently teaches various courses in fashion history. She has been quoted as an expert in publications such as The New York Times\, The Wall Street Journal\, and WWD. \n\n\n\nImage Caption: Fashion illustrations published in Art\, Goût\, Beauté\, 1929. \n\n\n\nBallroom | Included with Admission
URL:https://www.oldwestburygardens.org/event/dressing-the-jazz-age-lecture-fashion-modernity-and-social-change-in-the-1920s/
CATEGORIES:Lectures,Seasonal/Special Events
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SUMMARY:Bat Walk
DESCRIPTION:Lectures\, Seasonal/Special Events\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for an evening at Old Westbury Gardens as we explore the fascinating world of bats! Wildlife biologist Nic Comparato will guide us in learning how bats use echolocation to navigate the night and hunt for insects. You’ll listen for bat calls with specialized equipment\, search the skies for their silhouettes\, and discuss their important role in local ecosystems and ongoing conservation efforts. \n\n\n\nNic Comparato is a wildlife biologist specializing in bats and bioacoustics. They study bats by recording and analyzing their sonar. Nic is currently an associate field biologist with NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon) and a PhD student with the Aronson Lab for Urban Ecology at Rutgers University. Their research is focused on uncovering the strategies bats use to move through New York City during migration.  \n\n\n\nAll ages welcome.Included with admission.Space is limited—advance registration required for all attendees\, including members. \n\n\n\nRain Date: August 17th
URL:https://www.oldwestburygardens.org/event/bat-walk/
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Lectures
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SUMMARY:GARDEN DAYS: Nature's Resiliency: A Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Lectures\, Seasonal/Special Events\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKick off Garden Days at Old Westbury Gardens with an engaging panel discussion on Thursday\, May 15\, from 7:00–8:30 PM. Explore timely questions shaping our local environment: What is the impact of an ever-changing environment? What does the science say? What role does the community play in building a resilient ecosystem? \n\n\n\nThe panel will feature: \n\n\n\n\nJase Bernhardt\, Director of Sustainability\, Hofstra University\n\n\n\nLisa Ott\, President\, North Shore Land Alliance\n\n\n\nUllas Pedmale\, Associate Professor\, Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory\n\n\n\nJennifer Wilson-Pines\, President\, North Shore Audubon Society\n\n\n\n\nA Q&A session will follow the discussion. This is a FREE event\, but registration is required. \n\n\n\n\n\nregister
URL:https://www.oldwestburygardens.org/event/garden-days-natures-resiliency-a-panel-discussion/
CATEGORIES:Lectures,Seasonal/Special Events
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