Old Westbury Gardens

🐾 Fall “Dog Days” Weekend is coming back to Old Westbury Gardens! 🍂
Bring your four-legged friends on October 24 &amp; 25, when leashed dogs are welcome to explore the designated gardens with you.
Then, on Sunday, October 25, join us for the Fall Dog Parade &amp; Costume Contest! Dress your pup (and maybe yourself) up for the occasion, register by 2 p.m., and join the parade at 3 p.m., followed by the awarding of prizes.
Whether your dog is dressed to impress, dressed for laughs, or simply ready for a fall stroll, we can’t wait to see them!
Included with admission. Advance tickets required.
🐶🍂 We’ll see you—and your best friend—in the Gardens!

Local Event: Fall "Dog Days" Weekend! 

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Fall "Dog Days" Weekend! 

🐾 Fall “Dog Days” Weekend is coming back to Old Westbury Gardens! 🍂
Bring your four-legged friends on October 24 & 25, when...

Experience a world premiere staged reading of a new, transhistorical reimagining of Frances Hodgson Burnett’s The Secret Garden, written by Long Island playwright Aly Kantor. The piece will be presented in the red ballroom of Westbury House with full costumes and immersive audio by an ensemble of six local performers (and one bird). Stay afterward for a reception and chat with the playwright, director, and cast.&nbsp;
Synopsis: Long Island, 1952. Ornery, Shakespeare-loving Mary Lennox is twenty-something and, somehow, an old maid. When her reluctance to marry is diagnosed as a nervous condition, her great-aunt ships her off to Misselthwaite, a shuttered Long Island tuberculosis sanatorium, newly reopened by the physician who treated her mother there twenty years ago. She’s facing ninety days of rest, but the overgrown grounds and empty facility hold secrets, and Mary must decide if she’d rather stick to her measured rest cure or pursue the truth against the doctor’s orders and reclaim the future she deserves.&nbsp;
Quite Contrary is a nostalgic, unexpectedly funny ensemble piece, and a love letter to Long Islander Frances Hodgson Burnett.&nbsp;
This project is made possible with funds from the Statewide Community Regrants Program, a regrant program of the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature and administered by The Huntington Arts Council.&nbsp;
The evening will conclude with a panel discussion and light refreshments.
FEE: $10 (No member discount is available)

Local Event: Play Reading: Quite Contrary (a Secret Garden) By Aly Kantor

Play Reading: Quite Contrary (a Secret Garden)...

Experience a world premiere staged reading of a new, transhistorical reimagining of Frances Hodgson Burnett’s The Secret...

Play Reading: Quite Contrary (a Secret Garden) By Aly Kantor

Hosted by the Friends of Old Westbury Gardens, Halloween is coming to Westbury House! 🎃🕸️
Join us October 30th at 6:30pm for an evening of delicious food, drinks, Halloween fun, and festive atmosphere.
Costumes are encouraged, so come dressed to impress and enter our contest for a chance to win!

Local Event: Halloween at Westbury House

Halloween at Westbury House

Hosted by the Friends of Old Westbury Gardens, Halloween is coming to Westbury House! 🎃🕸️
Join us October 30th at 6:30pm for an...

J.McLaughlin

Celebrate 25 years of J.McLaughlin in Locust Valley! Join hosts Suzie Dubuque, Tom Samet, and Nathan Wold for a special evening of sips and holiday shopping on Wednesday, November 4, from 4–7 PM. Even better, 10% of sales will benefit Old Westbury Gardens! Shop for the holidays, celebrate this local milestone, and support the preservation of the Gardens.We’re grateful to <a href="https://www.facebook.com/JMcLaughlinNY?__cft__[0]=AZhLdEU0tj55lHDADfW039zhWMyyiLl1cMUVT37GOQnk-Xr3UqKul5Q_FF7gsC08yg1Hh_cM_jyJ8NVKYnAH75XfZ2GJbbykAfymhss-xOwW6g8C_ggw5gX6SeZVGAHUraJGbgfsJ3NNEYmQW9UNGfEZY_5RU5qyeXfHyaKNpZoVYkjhazp5juaQkYM&amp;__tn__=-]K-R" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">J.McLaughlin</a> for including Old Westbury Gardens in this special celebration!<img alt="📍" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t2d/1/16/1f4cd.png"> J.McLaughlin, 15 Forest Avenue, Locust Valley

Local Event: SHOPPING EVENT! Celebrating 25 Years of J.McLaughlin in Locust Valley

SHOPPING EVENT! Celebrating 25 Years of...

Celebrate 25 years of J.McLaughlin in Locust Valley! Join hosts Suzie Dubuque, Tom Samet, and Nathan Wold for a special evening...

SHOPPING EVENT! Celebrating 25 Years of J.McLaughlin in Locust Valley

🍂 Join us at Old Westbury Gardens on November 7 for Autumn Serenade: An Evening of Piano and Song, featuring soprano Amelia Milo internationally acclaimed concert pianist Philip Edward Fisher.
Ms. Milo <a href="https://www.instagram.com/amelia_milo/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"></a>has performed across Europe with Andrea Bocelli and starred as Christine Daaé in the first Italian and Monegasque productions of The Phantom of the Opera.
Mr. Fisher <a href="https://www.instagram.com/philipedwardfisher/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"></a>has appeared with orchestras including the Royal Scottish National Orchestra and the Copenhagen Philharmonic, earning recognition for his expressive playing and wide-ranging repertoire.



(This memorable event is generously sponsored by Drs. Louis and Julie Pannullo, whose continued support of the arts helps make events such as this possible.)

Local Event: Autumn Serenade: An Evening of Piano and Song

Autumn Serenade: An Evening of Piano and Song

🍂 Join us at Old Westbury Gardens on November 7 for Autumn Serenade: An Evening of Piano and Song, featuring soprano Amelia...

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Chaminade High School Athletic Gym

Experience the magic as the Harlem Wizards take on the NCBA We Care Fund Community in a high-energy basketball showdown for a great cause. Proceeds benefit the NCBA WE CARE Fund, which provides essential financial grants to help children, older adults, and others in need throughout Nassau County. Buy your tickets now to support the community while enjoying world-class athletic entertainment.

Local Event: Harlem Wizards

Harlem Wizards

Experience the magic as the Harlem Wizards take on the NCBA We Care Fund Community in a high-energy basketball showdown for a...

Jay Estate

<img src="https://jayheritagecenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Balloon-300x200.jpg">Jay Day is our classic fall family festival held annually at the 23-acre award-winning Jay Estate with offerings for everyone! Join us on Sunday, October 25 from 11am - 3pm. New this year in honor of the Montgolfier Brothers invention of the hot-air balloon in 1783 - you guessed it - learn all about the thermodynamics of these beautiful aircrafts from <a href="https://www.libertyballoon.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Liberty Balloon Company</a>. Enjoy outdoor activities and old-fashioned entertainment as we commemorate America 250 with a very special chance to see authentic centuries-old artifacts of the Revolutionary War at the historic first home of patriot and peacemaker John Jay. <a href="https://youtu.be/1-5rBwbfv08?si=7Y61Jf0fiNcaNAr2" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Watch a video from last year's festival here.&nbsp;</a>&nbsp;
<a href="https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/b5a7d988-48ca-4a56-bb9b-28da36e2bc0e" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">REGISTER HERE TO AVOID THE LINES.</a>
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FAMILY ACTIVITIES
* Silhouette artist <a href="https://www.sweet-silhouette.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Varin Acevado</a> will create heirloom portraits. * Stilt walkers &amp; jugglers ensure super photo ops for the whole family! * Professional facepainters from <a href="https://www.jamesdaniel.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">James Daniel Entertainment </a>will create butterflies and dragons with deft dabs of paint and glitter! * Join the <a href="https://www.ryetroop2.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Rye Boy Scouts Troop 2</a> for boat racing in the reflecting pool * Create your own take-home origami animals with talented volunteers from our Japanese community partners in Harrison. * Try your hand at special geocaching activities in honor of America at 250 highlighting John Jay's role as spymaster during the Revolutionary War. * Make a self-portrait with artist <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ellenjingxu/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Jing (Ellen) Xu </a>and ColorWorld. * Learn about robotics and STEAM with <a href="https://www.makeinspires.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">MakeInspires.</a> * Don't miss the rocket show with <a href="https://newyorkcity.madscience.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Mad Science!</a> * Pony rides and the petting zoo are family favorites!

ALL AGES
* Self-guided tours of<a href="https://parks.ny.gov/history/rev-war?utm_campaign=NYSOGS+Parks-RevWar250&amp;utm_source=Google&amp;utm_medium=Search&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=23972741403&amp;gbraid=0AAAABD-CRbX_77SLGE4f5AlYAwtMckwIS&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjwlsfWBhD4ARIsACL7p1GnNW59-3sZb1eG8wDrPXmniU0OpY52GakfKQTDy-DZfXtRno0_JBwaAnZYEALw_wcB" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> Revisit the Revolution Exhibit</a> at the Jay Mansion. * Self-guided tours of the award-winning Jay Estate Gardens (2022 NYS Nonprofit Excellence, 2023 ICAA Landscape Design, 2026 GCA Historic Preservation). * Nibble on savories from food trucks and local favorites like Cousins Lobster Roll, Jimmy's Soft Serve, Crazy Taco Mex, Food Truck Refinery, Westchester Burger and Mangones Market. * LIVE Music from <a href="https://www.brooklynbluegrass.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Brooklyn Bluegrass Collective</a>. * Horse-drawn Carriage Rides by Pelham Bit Carriages. * Shop for the holidays early or for any occasion - explore gorgeous jewelry, sweaters, fine art photographs, handcrafted Japanese pottery from <a href="https://nslifestyles.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">NS Lifestyles</a>, <a href="https://shopthebeehive.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Beehive</a>, <a href="https://www.crichlowfineart.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Crichlow Fine Art</a>, <a href="https://hirokosceramics.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Hiroko's Ceramics</a> and many more bespoke offerings from our vendors * Learn about 10,000 years of archaeology beneath our feet with Dr. Eugene Boesch.
More activities being added every day! Admission is $50 per family and $20 individual.
Thank you to our Jay Day Co-Chairs Lindsay Bello Martin, Claire Weschler, Jennifer Soliman and Julia Thalhammer and 2026 RCDS Community Engagement Fellow Ellora Shah.&nbsp;
More volunteers welcome! Contact us at <a href="mailto:jayheritagecenter@gmail.com">jayheritagecenter@gmail.com</a> to sign up for a shift.
The Jay Heritage Center (JHC) is a dynamic nonprofit which manages the Jay Estate in Rye, New York. The 23-acre park that they have preserved and interpreted since 1992 is an award-winning culture hub and wildlife refuge on Long Island Sound. Located in the heart of Westchester’s only National Historic Landmark District, the site welcomes visitors April through November to learn about our nation’s flawed yet precious democracy through indoor and outdoor public programs. Offerings about American History feature prominent writers and educators. Free horticulture and birding workshops teach guests about native plants and wildlife. Family-friendly concerts draw hundreds for old-fashioned fun and unplugged enjoyment. The site is a member of NY State's Path Through History and Westchester County's African American Heritage Trail. Sign up to volunteer or access all they offer at <a href="https://jayheritagecenter.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.jayheritagecenter.org</a>
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