Old Westbury Gardens CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Fall and Christmas 2016

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, September–October (rain or shine), 11:15am–12:15pm$18 per session (includes Gardens admission)/$8 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 and Sundays, September–October, 10:30–11:30am (rain or shine)$18 per session (includes Gardens admission)/$8 member

Talks & ToursEnjoy a 45 minute stroll through the Gardens led by a volunteer docent and Master Gardener. All tours meet at the West Porch Beech and are free with admission.Fall Colors in the GardenSunday, October 16, 2pmTree WalkSunday, October 23, 2pm

What Are They Thinking?Talk and TourJoin educator Lisa Reichenberger for a guided tour of the portraits of Westbury House. You’ll be encouraged to discuss what the sub-jects of the historic paintings were thinking then and what they may be thinking now. Recreate their poses along the way for the ultimate historic selfie.Saturday, October 8, 1pmFree with admission.

The Rise of the Jack O’ LanternsCome see over 5,000 hand-carved Jack O’Lanterns light up the night at one of Long Island’s most treasured locations—Old West-bury Gardens! The RISE of the Jack O’Lanterns features a unique walk-through experience that’s suitable for visitors of all ages. An MPI Production. October 7–30, select dates and times To purchase tickets or for more information visit TheRise.org. Tickets are valid for specific dates and times.

Did You Know?The Phipps Family in the NewsThe digitalization of historic US newspapers and magazines has made uncovering the past more accessible than ever. Join in a guided tour of Westbury House stopping in rooms and learning how the media reported on the lives and interests of the Phipps. Sunday, November 6, 1pmFree with admission.

Thanksgiving Floral DesignFloral arrangements have graced Westbury House since its com-pletion in 1907. This long–standing tradition makes Old Westbury Gardens the ideal location to study home floral design. Taught by Scott Lucas, Head Grower and Florist for Westbury House, this floral design workshop at the Gardens not only teaches students how to create stunning arrangements, it provides them with life-long skills they can use for personal and professional endeavors.Participants will create a traditional arrangement through the use of a variety of textures and colors. Registration fee includes all materials.$50/$45 Member. Advance registration required.Saturday, November 19, 10:30am

Early Bird WalkGather in the gardens for a stroll to spy fall resident and feeder birds. A wildlife expert from the Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary and Audubon Center leads the outdoor tour and shares exper-tise on local species. Bring binoculars for a closer look. All ages welcome. Saturday, November 5, 9am

Winter Owl ProwlNight owls are invited to hunt garden habitat for nocturnal neighbors. A wildlife expert from Volunteers for Wildlife brings live owls for a meet and greet and later leads the outdoor search. Bring flashlights to guide your way. Following the walk par-ticipants are welcome to visit Westbury House, decorated for Christmas, for cider and cookies and to visit Santa. For a proper experience two sessions will be held and registration is limited.Friday, December 16; Session I, 6-7pm; Session II 7:30- 8:30pmFree with admission, but advance online registration is required.

Overleaf. View of the Wheatley Hills beyond the northwest section of the estate. Photograph by Jim Large from A Sanctuary of Beauty, Old Westbury Gardens, 2016. For more information see page 10.

Programs and Events

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Register for events and programs at oldwestburygardens.org

Poetica MusicaTwenty On OneA consortium of musicians performs chamber works in the Red Ballroom. poeticamusica.com. Featured Artists: Yasmin Alami (right), Hayk Arsenyan (far right), piano, Eleanor Valkenburg, sopranoSouvenirs (1952). Suite for piano fours hands, Opus 28, Samuel Barber Slavonic Dances, Opus 46, and Songs “In Folk Tone”, Opus 73. Antonin Dvořák6:45pm guided tour of Westbury House; 7:30pm pre-concert talk; 8pm concert; dessert reception follows the concert. $25/$20 member/senior/student. Advance tickets required. Saturday, November 5

Dog Days at the GardensBring your dog for an invigorating walk and healthy exercise at Old Westbury Gardens. Dogs must be leashed.Saturday, October 29, and Sunday, October 30, 10am–5pm

Fall Dog FestivalThe festival features exhibits by animal welfare organizations, vendors, and rescue groups.Sunday, October 30, displays and activities 12–4pm, costume contest and parade at 3pm. To participate for the parade you must register by 2pm.

Programs for Children

What Are They Thinking?Guided portrait walkPut words in our portraits’ mouths as we walk Westbury House to discuss what these subjects are thinking. Let your imagination do the talking and brainstorm conversations between the frames. Recreate their poses along the way for the ultimate historic selfie. All ages.Sunday, November 13, 1pmFree with admission.

Giving ThanksChildren’s Basic Etiquette ClassGive thanks for terrific table manners! Learn the essentials of being a considerate guest, including warm greetings, how to set the table, proper passing techniques and more. Get hands-on while sampling light refreshments. For ages 6 and up. Registration required. Group size is limited so register early.Saturday, November 19, 12pm$15, $12 members (includes light refreshments and admission for one adult).

Nanny NightGardens’ volunteers, dressed as nannies from the Edwardian era, provide children an experience of holiday music, activities, games, stories, and a visit with Santa. Most appropriate for ages 3–9 yrs. A members-only event.

Sunday, December 4, 4:30–6:30pm$16 adult, $13 child (ages 3–9 yrs.).Advance tickets required. Space is extremely limited.

Children’s Holiday CraftsDrop-in activity for all ages.No registration required. Free with admission.Saturdays, December 3, 10, 17, 10am–1pm

Craft-a-CardDrop-in activity for all ages.No registration required. Free with admission.Sunday, December 11, 10am–1pm

Let It SnowGlass Etching Waterless Snowglobe Workshop A beautiful sight, we’re happy tonight… The landscape’s a winter wonderland this holiday season! Tour Westbury House’s naturally inspiring winter décor and, later, create your own waterless snow-globe with glass etching cream and a customizable abode inside. For ages 6 and up. Class size is limited so register early. Sunday, December 18, 2pm$15, $12 members (includes materials and admission for one adult)

Registration for December events begin November 1.

Scenes from Camp 2016Last summer three separate 1-week programs were held: Land Lovers Science Camp, Time Travelers History camp, and Fresh Takes Art Camp. If you are interested in participating next summer contact our Director of Environmental Education, Lisa Reichenberger at lreichenberger@oldwestburygardens.org.

Christmas at Westbury House

With decorated period rooms, Santa, cookies and cider, our holiday celebration is a must for the entire family.Saturday, December 3, 10am–4pm Sunday , December 4, 10am–4pm Friday, December 9, 10am–4pm Saturday, December 10, 10am–4pm Sunday, December 11, 10am–4pm Friday, December 16, 10am–9pm Saturday, December 17, 10am–4pm Sunday, December 18, 10am–4pm$12, $10 over age 62 and full-time students with id, $7 children (7–17), Free for members

First Night and Tree LightingBe among the first to view Westbury House in its holiday splendor. The evening features a tree lighting, cookies and cider, a performance by members of the Bethel Concert Choir, and of course a visit from Santa.Saturday, December 3, 6:30–9pm$15/$13 members; $8 children (ages 7–17)/ free for children 6 and under and for member children. Advance tickets required.

Teas and Tours“Cream Tea”Enjoy a cream tea, which features scones, clotted cream, jam, and tea, then a guided tour of decorated Westbury House. Tuesdays, December 6 and 13, 11am and 1:30pm Wednesdays, December 7 and 14, 11am Thursdays, December 8 and 15, 11am$20/$15 member and group of 10 or more. Advance tickets required. Afternoon TeaMake your visit to Westbury House extra special and enjoy a full afternoon tea. The menu includes tea sandwiches, scones, seasonal desserts and a selection of teas especially blended for Old Westbury Gardens.Wednesday, December 7, 1:30pm Wednesday, December 14, 1:30pm Thursday, December 15, 1:30pm$40/$35 member. Advance tickets required.

Christmas Wreath-makingJoin Scott Lucas, the Gardens’ head gardener and Westbury House floral designer, and create a stunning wreath in the “Old Westbury Gardens” style.Saturday, December 10, 10:30am$50/ $45 member. Advance registration required.

Savor the SeasonThe Pleasure of Wine and Chocolate PairingThrough a guided tasting, New York’s Chocolate Sommelier, Roxanne Browning will pair exceptional artisan chocolates from around the world with wine. Enjoy the fusion of aroma, texture, and flavor in the Red Ballroom amongst the dazzling holiday décor of Westbury House. Age 21 and over only. Space is limited. exoticchocolatetasting.comFriday, December 9, 6:30pm Session, and 8:00pm Session$40/ $37 members. Advanced tickets required.

Holiday ConcertsBethel Concert ChoirThis standing-room-only favorite will perform during the First Night Celebration. See page 5 for details and tickets.Saturday, December 3, 7pmAdvance tickets required. Long Island Flute Clublongislandfluteclub.orgSunday, December 4, 1pmHoly Name of Mary School Choir Valley Streamhnomschool.orgSaturday, December 10, 1:30pm Suzuki on the Islandsuzukiontheisland.orgSunday, December 11, 3pmGirl Scouts Chorus of Nassau Countyyoutube.com/user/gsncvideoSaturday, December 17, 1pm

Registration for December events begin November 1.

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5 Wednesday, 7pm Afternoon Tea $

8 Saturday, 1pm Public Program Talk & Tour: What Are They Thinking?

16 Sunday, 2pm Horticulture Talk & Tour: Fall Colors in the Garden

18 Tuesday, 11am Children in Bloom Luncheon $

23 Sunday, 2pm Horticulture Fall Tree Walk

29 Saturday, 10am–5pm Public Program Dog Day30 Sunday, 12pm–4pm Public Program Fall Dog Festival 3pm Public Program Halloween Costume Dog Parade

NOVEMBER5 Saturday, 9am Nature Early Morning Bird Walk 8pm Concert Poetica Musica: Twenty On One $6 Sunday, 1pm Public Program Talk and Tour: Phipps in the News

13 Sunday, 1pm Children Talk and Tour: What Are They Thinking

19 Saturday, 10:30am Horticulture Thanksgiving Centerpiece Workshop $ 12pm Children Giving Thanks- Basic Children’s Etiquette Class $

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$ Indicates either a special fee and/or preregistration. See event entry for specific details.

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DECEMBER3 Saturday, 10am-4pm Westbury House open to the public 10am–1pm Children Drop-in craft 6:30pm Public Program First Night $4 Sunday, 10am–4pm Westbury House open to the public 1pm Concert LI Flute Club Holiday Concert 4:30pm Children Nanny Night $ Member-only

6 Tuesday, 11am, 1:30pm Cream Tea $

7 Wednesday, 11am Cream Tea $ 1:30pm Afternoon Tea $

8 Thursday, 11am. 1:30pm Cream Tea $

9 Friday, 10am-4pm Westbury House open to the public 6:30pm & 8pm Savor the Season $10 Saturday, 10am–4pm Westbury House open to the public 10am–1pm Children Drop-in craft 10:30am Horticulture Christmas wreath-making $ 1:30pm Concert Holy Name of Mary School Choir and Hand Bell Choir 10am–4pm Westbury House open to the public11 Sunday, 10am-1pm Children Craft-a-card 3pm Concert Suzuki on the Island Holiday Concert

13 Tuesday, 11am & 1:30pm Cream Tea $

14 Wednesday, 11am Cream Tea $ 1:30pm Afternoon Tea $

15 Thursday, 11am Cream Tea $ 1:30pm Afternoon Tea $

16 Friday, 10am–9pm Westbury House open to the public 8pm Nature Winter Owl Prowl $17 Saturday, 10am–4pm Westbury House open to the public 10am–1pm Children Drop-in craft 1pm Concert Girl Scout Chorus of Nassau County18 Sunday, 10am–4pm Westbury House open to the public 2pm Children Glass Etching Waterless-Snowglobe Workshop $

$ Indicates either a special fee and/or preregistration. See event entry for specific details.

Program and Event InformationOld Westbury Gardens reserves the right to change or cancel programs 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 confirmed 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 request-ed 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 notified 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, instruc-tor’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-de-ductible gift.

Visiting the Gardens

AboutOld Westbury Gardens, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is the former country estate of John S. Phipps and his wife Margarita Grace Phipps. Opened to the public in 1959 with the mission of preserving a part of Long Island’s heritage, Old West-bury Gardens is an extraordinary example of a gracious era. Built in 1906 by the English designer George A. Crawley, Westbury House is a magnificent country house reflecting English architec-ture of the late 1600s and early 1700s The house is furnished with fine English antiques and decorative arts and remains virtually intact from the more than 50 years of the family’s residence. The estate includes over 70 acres of landscaped formal and informal gardens. An additional 160 acres of fields and woodlands sur-round the estate.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

HoursOctober 1–31Open every day except Tuesday, 10am–5pm, Westbury House 11am–4:30pm, Final admission 4pmWeekends in NovemberOpen every Saturday and Sunday, except November 26 and 27 10am–4pm, Final admission is 3pm

Christmas at Westbury HouseDecember 3–18 Saturday, December 3, 10am–4pm Sunday , December 4, 10am–4pm Friday, December 9, 10am–4pm Saturday, December 10, 10am–4pm Sunday, December 11, 10am–4pm Friday, December 16, 10am–9pm Saturday, December 17, 10am–4pm Sunday, December 18, 10am–4pmFinal admission is one hour before closing.

Admissions$12 General, $10 college students with ID and persons over age 62, $7 children ages 7–17. Free for members and children ages 6 and under.

Group Tour VisitsGroups of ten or more may book in advance to receive group rates asavino@oldwestburygardens.org; 516.333.0048 x310. School and scout groups: Contact lreichenberger@oldwestburygardens.org; 516.333.0048 x338

AmenitiesCafe in the Woods is open daily, 11am-3pm, weather permitting in October, and offers outdoor dining with a luncheon menu. A gift shop is located in Westbury House featuring a wide selec-tion of souvenirs, books, and decorative items.

AccessibilityThe first floor of Westbury House is accessible. The unpaved grav-el pathways through the gardens are not wheelchair accessible. Special parking is available for guests with state-issued handicap parking permits. Guests should furnish their own wheelchairs and strollers. Strollers are not permitted in Westbury House.

Recent publications from Old Westbury GardensA Sanctuary of Beauty featuring photographs by Jim Large

An 80 page full-color photographic essay of the Gardens with ac-companying text. $19.95

Halcyon Days: An American Family Through Three Generations by Peggie Phipps Boegner and

Richard Gachot

A reprint of the history of the Phipps Family featuring memoirs by the Gardens’ founder Peggie Phipps Boeger accompanied by over 250 vintage photographs. $60. 280 pages with Duo-tones

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 pro-

grams.• 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 pro-grams trips and tours, 100% tax-deductible.

Patron $500 Friend Benefits plus: Access to special reserved parking, invitations to exclusive fundrais-ing events, Picnic Pops Car Pass, $405 tax-deductible.

Contributor $1000 Patron Benefits, plus: Person-alized 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 on-line at oldwestburygardens.org. For further information about membership or gift memberships, please contact the membership office at 516.333.0048 ext. 308.

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Old Westbury Gardens CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Fall and Christmas 2016

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