Old Westbury Gardens CALENDAR OF EVENTSSpring 2014

Spring Plant Sale, Friday, May 2–Sunday, May 4Purchase 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 2–Sunday, May 4, 10am–5pmMembers’ Preview SaleA special one-day savings of 20%.Thursday, May 1, 10am–6pmSoil TestingBring ½ cup of dry soil and have it tested by Master Gardeners from Cornell Cooperative Extension Nassau County.Friday, May 2–Sunday, May 4, 10am–3pm

The Plant Shop will feature a variety of irises this year.

Talk & Tour: Spring BulbsJoin volunteer docent and Master Gardener Regina Watkins for a 45-60 minute tour of the gardens featuring over 10,000 spring bulbs.Saturday, April 19, 2pmFree with admission.

The Perennial AppealIncorporate lasting perennials into your flower beds. Maura Mc-Goldrick-Brush, Director of Horticulture, will present perennial plants that have been proven performers on Long Island. Light refreshments included. Thursday, April 24, 7pm$5/$3 member Advance registration required.

Spring Tree WalkCelebrate Arbor Day with a tour of the Gardens’ tree collection led by volunteer docent and Master Gardener Gene Lanzaro.Sunday, April 27, 2pmFree with admission.

Beyond ArborvitaeScreening Plants for the Suburban HomeownerDirector of Horticulture, Maura McGoldrick-Brush will present alternative shrubs than the ubiquitous arbor vitae. Light refresh-ments included.Thursday, May 15, 7pm$5/$3 member Advance registration required.

Talk & Tour: Spring HighlightsVolunteer docent and Master Gardener Regina Watkins leads a seasonal highlight tour of the gardens.Sunday, May 18, 2pmFree with admission.

Talk & Tour: RosesMid-late June is the peak time for roses to bloom in the Walled and Rose Gardens. Join Kim Johnson, curator of the Walled Gar-den, for a tour of the Gardens’ collection. Sunday, June 15, 2pmFree with admission.

Classicism and the English Country EstateAs you tour the gardens, volunteer docent Gene Lanzaro will speak about the elements of classical design which were incorpo-rated into many English country estate gardens .Sunday, June 29, 2pmFree with admission.FronT Cover: nYC BIG APPLe

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Dog DaysBring your dog for an invigorating walk in designated garden areas. Dogs must be leashed.Saturday, April 12 and Sunday April 13.Dog exhibitors and vendorsVisit 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 12, 11am–4pm

Paintings of Westbury HouseJoin Lorraine Gilligan, Director of Preservation, for a 1-hour guid-ed tour of the fine art collection.Sunday, April 13, 2pm

Photography WorkshopThrough 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 26 (rain date Sunday, April 27) 10:30am Saturday, June 7 (rain date Sunday, June 8) 10:30am$15/$5 member per session. Advance registration required.

Arbor Day Tree DedicationJoin contributors to the Tree Fund in dedicating a new tree.Sunday, April 27 (rain or shine), 1pm.

Mother’s DayHonor 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 11

Afternoon TeaEnjoy an elegant full tea at Orchard Hill, featuring tea sandwich-es, scones, seasonal 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.Thursday, May 15 and June 12, 1pm$35.00/$30.00 member. Advance tickets required.

Beginner Bird WalkCelebrate International Migratory Bird Month with an invigorating walk through the gardens guided by an Audubon expert from the Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary and Audubon Center. Saturday, May 17, 9am.

Antique Car ShowThe 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 1 (rain date Sunday, June 8), 9am-3pm

Paint-Out at the GardensThe Art League of Nassau County will sponsor a day of painting outdoors followed on the next day with a “Meet the Artists Recep-tion” and silent auction of the paintings created the previous day. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Old Westbury Gardens. artleagueofnc.orgReception and Silent Auction, Sunday June 22, 3:30–5:00pm.

Midsummer at the Gardens June 20-22The Gardens celebrates the arrival of Midsummer Weekend. Stroll the gardens to see a festive display of garlands and wreaths.Saturday, June 21 and June Sunday, 22Find a Flower Fairy Young children are invited to a special evening to follow clues to discover the enchanted fairy world that magically appears in the gardens at Midsummer. The event also features music and story-telling with Johnny Cuomo. johnnycuomo.comFriday, June 20, 45 minute sessions at 4, 4:30, 5, 5:30, 6pm.For ages 4-8. Space is limited. Advance timed registration required. $8, $5 children ages 4–17/$7 member, $4 member children.Midsummer JazzStroll the Walled Garden and listen to the cool sounds of live jazz. Light refreshments.Friday, June 20, 7:30–9:30pm$20/$18 member. Advance registration required.

Midsummer nightJoin us for an enchanted evening and see the gardens illuminated with lanterns and decorated by magical faeries. Stroll, relax and enjoy music and dance performances by Lori Belilove & The Isado-ra Duncan Dance Company, with an additional appearance by The Beliloveables. isadoraduncan.org.Saturday, June 21 (rain date June 22), 6–9pm$15/$12 member Save 20% and purchase tickets online by June 19The Spirit of the Garden: Music by rose & the nightingaleRose & the Nightingale—four multi-instrumentalists and impro-visers: Jody Redhage (voice, cello, compositions), Leala Cyr (voice, trumpet), Sara Caswell (violin, mandolin), & Laila Biali (voice, piano). The concert, which will feature music inspired by botanic gardens, blurs the boundaries of jazz, folk, world, and chamber music. roseandthenightingale.comSunday, June 22, 3pmFree with admission.

Programs and Events

Poetica MusicaA consortium of musicians performs chamber works in the Red Ballroom. poeticamusica.comLove in Time of war, Part IMusic Commemorating the Centennial of World War I. Works by Vaughan-Williams, Debussy, and Martinu.Molly Morkoski, piano Barry Crawford, flute Cyrus Beroukhim, violin Eleanor Valkenburg, sopranoSaturday, April 5, 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.Love in Time of war, Part IIWorks by Granados, Rachmaninoff, Scriabin and DebussyEugene Moye, cello Gail Niwa, pianoSaturday, May 3, 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.

Suzuki on the Islandsuzukiontheisland.comStudent Piano RecitalsSunday, April 6, 3pmViolin and Cello studentsSunday, June 15, 1pm

Long Island Flute Club RecitalThe Long Island Flute Club presents flutist Lisa Jaclitsch Wester-velt in a recital of classical works for flute and piano. longislandfluteclub.orgSunday, May 4, 2pmFree with admission.

Young Musician ConcertsStudents from the Precollege Division of Manhattan School of Music perform in Westbury House. Seating is limited. Free with admission.

Register for events and programs at oldwestburygardens.org

Long Island Mozart FestivalIn collaboration with Chamber Players International, this event returns for a seventh season. World class soloists join the Festival Chamber Orchestra for a series of concerts performing works by Mozart and Haydn.Lawn seating. Bring a blanket, chairs, and a sun umbrella (There is very limited shade in the concert area). Tent seating is available for $5 extra. Concerts are included with admission.ProgramSaturday, May 24Featured soloists: Olga Vinokur, pianist olgavinokur.com; Bela Horvath, violinist2pm Concert Mozart Divertimento Mendelssohn Double Concerto (Piano/Violin soli wth strings)4pm Concert Mozart Serenade for strings Mozart Violin Concerto No. 5Sunday, May 25Soloists: Philip Edward Fisher, pianist philipedwardfisher.com, Bela Horvath, violinist 2pm Concert Mozart Divertimento No. 2 Haydn Violin Concerto in D4pm Concert Serenade For Strings No. 2 Mozart Piano Concerto in A major

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Michael Davidman, piano pianistmichael.instantencore.comMay 18, 3pm

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Open the Door and Explore!Bring your little buds for a sneak peek at what spring brings. Join our guided walk through the gardens to view early bloomers as they delight in the timely change of seasons. Saturday, April 5, NoonAll ages. Free with admission.

Put Some Spring in Your StepNature gives us a fresh start this season. Hop up to our informa-tion station to learn the best ways to get your spring in full swing. Highlights include games, crafts, plant giveaways, and more! Saturday, April 26, 10am–3pm All ages. Free with admission.

Green Thumb Garden CookiesGardeners get their hands dirty at our drop-in information station crafting garden “cookies” out of clay, compost, and seeds. Com-monly called seed balls, these gems are a great way for kids to delight in the fun of propagation and planting. Saturday, May 3, Noon–1pmAll ages. Free with admission. No registration required, but sup-plies are limited.

Mother’s Day Floral DesignCreate an arrangement that Mom, Grandma, or any special lady will be happy to display. 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. Saturday, May 10, NoonFor ages 6–10. Advance registration required. Class size is limited so register early. $10, $7 members (includes materials).

Mozart for ChildrenDebbie 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 storytelling, games, movement and song. Extensive use is made of hand pup-pets and easy to play small instruments and other musical props.Saturday, May 24, NoonFree with admission.

Growing Up with Vertical GardensVertical Gardening is soaring in popularity among backyard gardeners. Beginner growers join a guided tour discussing the Gardens’ cultivated climbers and cascaders and later plant their own annual hanging container from recycled materials.Saturday, May 31, NoonFor ages 10 and up. Advance registration required. Class size is limited so register early. $10/ $7 member (includes admission for one adult and materials).

Fairy Petal PortraitsFairies are Old Westbury Gardens’ masters of disguise, hiding among the petals of our flower beds. Little artists join a guided walk to search the gardens for different fairy habitats and later bring their visions to life by creating tiny framed portraiture from dried flower petals. All registered children complete their craft with a take home flower press to recreate the magic.Saturday, June 7, NoonFor ages 6–10. Advance registration required. Class size is limited so register early. $12/ $10 member (includes admission for one adult and a flower press with blotting papers).

Happily Ever After: Planting an Enchanted GardenPrinces, princesses, and pumpkins: visit our Cottage Garden drop-in information station to discover how plant life plays a prominent role in many classic fairytales. Sow your own take home fabled flora to make your backyard the fairest in the land.Saturday, June 14, Noon–1pmFree with admission. All ages. No registration required, but sup-plies are limited.

Find a Flower FairyA special program during our Midsummer Days. See description on page 4. Advanced time registration required. Friday, June 20, 4, 4:30, 5, 5:30, 6pm sessions.

Welcome to the Pollen NationThe gardens are abuzz this season with hardworking pollinators helping our flower beds flourish. Join a guided walk to learn about resident pollinators and the benefits they deliver to our formal gardens. Later, create a sensory craft to see what all the buzz is about.Saturday, June 28, NoonFree with admission. All ages.

Summer CampJoin us for the second year of the Gardens’ exciting Summer Camps!Young ecologists ages 6–9 investigate the curiosities of nature through fun art projects, games, and hands-on activities. Each 5- day session covers a variety of natural topics from insects to flowers to wildlife and more. Don’t miss out on the fun!Registrants are welcome to sign up for a one week-long session of their choosing or to attend both.Session I, Eco Heroes July 14–18, 9am–12pm Session II, Expedition Green July 21–25, 9am–12pmContact lreichenberger@oldwestburygardens.org or 516.333.0048 x338 for more details.

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Yoga in the GardensProfessional 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 ChiTai 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, May–October, 10:30–11:30am (rain or shine)$15 per session (includes Gardens admission)/$5 member.

Early Morning WalkTake a guided walk through the entire 200 acre estate; along the way you’ll see the abandoned paddocks fields that have now be-come home to nesting birds and wildflowers.Sunday, June 8, 9am

71 Old Westbury Road(between Jericho Turnpike, Rte. 25, and the LIE, Exit 39)Old Westbury, New York 11568516.333.0048; oldwestburygardens.orgMailing Address: PO Box 430, Old Westbury, NY 11568

HoursAprilOpen every weekend, 10am–5pm, Final admission is 4pm, Westbury House 11am–4:30pmMay–octoberOpen every day except Tuesday, 10am–5pm, Westbury House 11am–4:30pm, Final admission is 4pm.

AdmissionsApril$8 General, $5 over age 62, $3 children ages 7–17 Free for members and children ages 6 and under.May–october$10 General, $8 over age 62, $5 children ages 7–17 Free for members and children ages 6 and under.

Program and Event InformationOld Westbury Gardens reserves the right to change or cancel pro-grams 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 con-firmed 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.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.In the event we receive your registration after a program has filled, you will automatically be placed on a waiting list. You will be noti-fied 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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Picnic PopsFor 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 adultHarlem renaissance orchestraFor over 25 years, the Harlem Renaissance Orchestra has continued to feed the fire of the Big Band Era. July 9.vince Giordano and the nighthawksThe Emmy award winning band returns for an evening of 1920s and 30s jazz and popular dance music. vincegiordano.com. July 16eddie Torres & The Mambo kingsEddie and his dancers will teach and entertain you for a full evening of mambo. July 23Baby SodaStreet jazz; with an eclectic set of influences ranging from 30s era swing, New Orleans jazz, and southern gospel. babysoda.org July 30Mitch woods and His rocket 88sInspired by the great jump n’ boogie outfits and swingin’ little big bands of the 40s, Mitch and his band breathe fresh life into the music that gave birth to rock n’ roll. mitchwoods.com August 6

Children’s ProgramsStorybook 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.“Susie and Her Shadow” by Enid Blyton Saturday, July 5, NoonMossy by Jan Brett Saturday, August 2, NoonOwl Moon by Jane Yolen Saturday, September 6, NoonTeddy Bear PicnicBring your furry friend and an adult for an afternoon in the Cottage Garden with finger foods, crafts, and games. Ages 3-6.$15/ $10 member Advance registration required. Saturday, July 12, 1–3pm (rain date July 19)kids Flower-tographyKids ages 8-12 are invited to explore the gardens through the lens of a camera with an art educator.Saturday, July 19, 10am Advance registration required. Free with admission.rise and Shine Sundial Tour & CraftSaturday, July 26, NoonBug SafariBring a butterfly net and collecting jars. Saturday, August 9, 11am (rain date Saturday, August 16)

Guided Nature Tours60–90 minute walks led by an environmental educator. For all ages. Bat walkFriday, July 25, 7:30pm$5 General admission, $3 child (7-17)/ Free for membernature’s nighttime noisesSaturday, August 30, 7pm $5 General admission, $3 child (7-17)/ Free for member

StargazersJoin members of the Astronomical Society of Long Island for sky-watching. asliclub.org Thursday, July 3, 8:30pm Thursday, July 31, 8:30pm Thursday, September 4, 8:30pm

Scottish Festival and Highland GamesSaturday, August, 23, 8am–5pm liscots.org

West Porch Beech ConcertsBring a chair or blanket and relax under the cool shade of the West Porch Beech listening to a variety of musical genres performed by Artist-in-Residence Suzanne Mueller and friends. All concerts 3pm. Cross IslandSuzanne Mueller, cello, & Elinor Abrams Zayas, piano - with violinist/violist Yeou-Cheng Ma. crossisland.net Sunday, July 6reed & BowSandy Tepper, clarinet, & Suzanne Mueller, cello suzannemuellercellist.com Sunday, July 13Cambiata Flute & Cello DuoPamela Sklar, & Suzanne Mueller, cello - with guest guitar-ist Mark McCarron suzannemuellercellist.com http://pamelasklar.com/ Sunday, July 20HungrytownFolk duo with cellist Suzanne Mueller hungrytown.net Sunday, July 27Cross IslandSuzanne Mueller, cello, & Elinor Abrams Zayas, piano - with clarinetist Sandy Tepper Sunday, August 3

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Garden HighlightsTulips, english Daisies, Pansies, For-get-Me-nots, Daffodils, Primroses, wildflowers

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and explore, noon

&♪Poetica Musica, 8pm

6&♪Suzuki on the Island

Piano recitals, 3pm

7 8 9 10 11 12Dog Days

Dog exhibits11am–4pm

13Dog Days

Paintings in westburyHouse, 2pm

14 15 16 17 18 19&sTalk & Tour: Bulbs

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Photographyworkshop, 10:30am $

27Arbor Day TreeDedication, 1pm

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28westbury House and Gardens open every day, except Tuesdays, until october 31

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Garden HighlightsTulips, Lilacs, Dogwood, Azaleas,wisteria, Mountain Laurel, Blue-bells

&&event for Children&♪Concert&sGarden Tour

&$ Special fee and/or advance tickets are required, see listing for complete details.

1Yoga, 11:15am $

Taste of Spring, 6pm $

2 3Yoga, 11:15am $

&&Green ThumbGarden Cookiesnoon -1PM

&♪Poetica Musica, 8pm $

4&♪Long Island Flute

Club recital, 2pm

5 6 7Tai Chi, 10:30am $

8Yoga, 11:15am $

9 10Yoga, 11:15am $

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12 13 14Tai Chi, 10:30am $

15Yoga, 11:15am $

Afternoon Tea,1pm $

Beyond Arborvitae7pm $

16 17Beginner Bird walk9am

Yoga, 11:15am $

Gardeners’ Fair, 7pm $

18&sSpring Highlights, 2pm

&$Young Musician’s Concert, MichaelDavidman, piano, 3pm

19 20 21Tai Chi, 10:30am $

22Yoga, 11:15am $

23&♪LI Mozart

Festival opening Concert andreception $

24Yoga, 11:15am $

&&Mozart for Childrennoon

&♪LI Mozart Festival,Concerts 2pm, 4pm

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27 28Tai Chi, 10:30am $

29Yoga, 11:15am $

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Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

1Antique Car Show,9am-3pm

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2 3 4 5 6 7Photographyworkshop, 10:30am $

Yoga, 11:15am $

&&Fairy Petal Portraits,noon $

8&searly Morning walk

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&$Young Musician’sConcert Sujari Britt,cello, 3pm

9 10 11Tai Chi, 10:30am $

12Yoga, 11:15am $

Afternoon Tea, 1pm $

13 14Yoga, 11:15am $

&&Planting anenchanted Gardennoon–1pm

15&♪Suzuki on the Island

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16Golf outing $

17 18Tai Chi, 10:30am $

19Yoga, 11:15am $

20&&Find a Flower

Fairy, 4pm $

&♪MidsummerJazz, 7:30pm

21Yoga, 11:15am $

&♪Midsummer night6pm

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23 24 25Tai Chi, 10:30am $

26Yoga, 11:15am $

27 28Yoga, 11:15am $

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Paint-out at theGardens, receptionand Silent Auction3:30pm

30Garden Highlightsearly June: roses, Peonies, Columbines, Pop-pies, Foxgloves,rhododendrons, Bearded Iris, Coral Bells.Mid–late June: Delphinium, veronica, Clematis, Catmint,Astilbe, roses, Lilies, Heliotrope

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Basic Benefits of Membership•  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 park-ing, 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.

•Become a member online at oldwestburygardens.org/membership or to find out further information about membership, gift mem-berships, benefits, or for making a contribution to the Annual Appeal. Please contact the membership office at 516.333.0048 ext. 309 during regular business hours with any questions.

Taste of SpringGardens members are invited to an annual membership event to grow the number of members supporting Old Westbury Gardens. This premier event features: sweet and savory food samplings, beer and wine tastings, silent auction, raffle prizes and music.Thursday, May 1, 6–9pm$40 (by April 24) per person plus annual membership dues/$50 (April 25 and after)

Gardeners’ FairThe theme of this year’s Gardeners’ Fair, the largest fundraising event for the Gardens, is A Night in Old Palm Beach. Our honor-ees are Serina and Jorge Sanchez. The chairmen for the event are Emily Chapman and Kerry Gaines.Saturday, May 17If you are interested in attending or taking a journal advertise-ment, please contact Jacquelynn Magalhaes at: 516-333-0048 x308; jmagalhaes@oldwestburygardens.org.

The Friends of Old Westbury Gardens Spring TripThe Friends of Old Westbury Gardens are planning a trip to the Yale Center for British Art for a private tour that will focus on the landscape artist Richard Wilson. Three Wilson paintings are on display at Westbury House.; two of which require cleaning, which has been underwritten by The Friends. A prix fixe lunch at the Union League Café and time in the Yale University Art Gallery will also be part of this visit. Wednesday, April 24Advance registration required. Space is limited. For details and ticket purchase contact Jacquelynn Magalhaes at: 516-333-0048 x308; jmagalhaes@oldwestburygardens.org.

Golf TournamentJoin us for lunch, golf on a glorious course and dinner and awards immediately following. This year’s outing will honor Trustee Bob Hussey. Chaired by Jack Foley, the Gardens is returning to the Deepdale Gold Club in Manhasset.Monday, June 16For further information contact Jacquelynn Magalhaes at 516.333.0048 x308; jmagalhaes@oldwestburygardens.org..

For event and program registration visit oldwestburygardens.org

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