The White Party Benefit for Education Programming at Sands Point Preserve

The Sands Point Preserve Conservancy announces the second annual White Party, a benefit for education programming, on Thursday, August 3, 2017, at 7 – 10 pm in Hempstead House’s magnificent rose garden overlooking the Long Island Sound.

“The Sands Point Preserve is a magical place, rich with natural beauty and significant history,” White Party chairperson Bonnie Zarabi said, “The Conservancy's educational programming has opened the door to all members of the community to enjoy the magic through art, music, science, fitness and more. Children and adults all have a place here.”

This year’s farm-to-table themed dinner celebrates Long Island’s outstanding resources for fresh foods and fine wines. Brief tours of Hempstead House will run throughout the evening, and DJ FLO will play dance music under the stars. In case of rain, the entire event will take place inside the mansion.

The Conservancy welcomes OurHarvest, a New York-based online grocery and farmers market delivery service, as the evening’s sponsor. With fresh foods sourced directly from local farmers and food purveyors, OurHarvest will advise Philip Stone Caterer on a unique menu comprised of seasonal recipes, culminating in a medley of fresh berry desserts. This philanthropic company donates healthy meals to local food pantries for families in need, and they will contribute a percentage of sales to support the Conservancy.

The White Party raises funds for the Conservancy’s education goals to provide original STEAM-based nature programs for children; expanded adult nature programs, including overnight survival training in our woods; expanded after-school classes in art, science, and yoga for pre-K through middle school; custom programs for families with special needs; and the new equestrian program.

According to Zarabi, “The White Party is a night to celebrate all that the Conservancy has accomplished thus far and raise the funds to help our programming grow further.”

Tickets are $85 per person and can be purchased online or on the ticket line: 516.304.5076.

For information about the Preserve and all programs, and to purchase a 12-month membership for free admission to the park and discounts to many events, see www.SandsPointPreserve.org, call 516.571.7901 or visit the Gatehouse at 127 Middle Neck Road, Sands Point, NY, 11050, open daily from 8 am to 7 pm.

The Sands Point Preserve Conservancy is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with the mission to maintain and operate the 216-acre waterfront grounds and historic mansions and to provide a range of cultural events in Hempstead House and Castle Gould and educational programs for families and schools in the Phil Dejana Learning Center and Outdoor Classroom.