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Tuesday

Closed

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Wednesday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Tai Chi Every Wednesday 10:30 am – 11:30 am Tai chi a unique form of “moving meditation” calms the mind, relaxes the body and strengthens the spirit. Much of tai chi is practiced slowly and gently, ideal for people of all ages and health conditions. Its fluid movements are based on movements in nature, which makes Old Westbury Gardens for sessions. Sessions taught by Linda Cafiero are designed for all experience levels. Participants should wear comfortable clothing. Registration required.  $15 per session; $5 members (weather permitting).

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Thursday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Yoga Workshop Every Thursday, 11:00 am - 12:15 pm Why train in a stuffy gym when you can exercise alongside nature in the awe-inspiring gardens?  Professional Kripalu Yoga instructor, Lorili Henry, will lead students through a dynamic, yet gentle, continuous flow of postures and conscious breathing.  Students are encouraged to work at their own pace.  There is no better way to relax in the Gardens!  Registration and prepayment required.  $15 per session; $5 members.  Participants must bring a yoga mat, yoga strap, and towel.

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Friday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm FREE DAY Courtesy of CAPITAL ONE BANK and LAMBRIDES LAMOS MOULTHROP LLC.

On Independence Day, Old Westbury Gardens will celebrate America’s first day of being free with a free day. Courtesy of Capital One Bank and Lambrides Lamos Moulthrop LLC, there will be no admission fees to Old Westbury Gardens on July 4. Bring a picnic lunch (no fires) or enjoy hot dogs and burgers at our Café in the Woods. North Shore Concert Band will entertain at 1:00 pm. Kids’ events include nature tours and craft making. At our Plant Shop, all plants will be 50% off. Enjoy a guided tour of Westbury House, our magnificent 100 year old mansion, furnished in priceless furnishings and art. Or simply relax on the grounds of our 200 acre estate covered with meadows, lakes, wooded paths, and indescribable gardens.

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Saturday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

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Sunday

Open to the Public 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Talk & Tour: Poetry in the Garden 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Take a romantic stroll and experience the written word in a new way as Master Gardener & docent, Barbara Levine, leads you through the Gardens sharing selections of poetry that were inspired by the beauty and drama of the natural world.

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Monday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Botanical Painting- Beginners and Intermediate Level Monday - Friday, July 7 - 11, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Botanical artist Rose Pellicano, a member of the American Society of Botanical Artists, will introduce beginning students the basic traditional techniques of painting flowers and plants in watercolor.  The intermediate students will focus on a separate project in value studies and composition. Registration and prepayment required.  $225 (for 5 sessions); $210 members.

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Tuesday

Closed

Botanical Painting- Beginners and Intermediate Level Monday - Friday, July 7 - 11, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Botanical artist Rose Pellicano, a member of the American Society of Botanical Artists, will introduce beginning students the basic traditional techniques of painting flowers and plants in watercolor.  The intermediate students will focus on a separate project in value studies and composition. Registration and prepayment required.  $225 (for 5 sessions); $210 members.

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Wednesday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Botanical Painting- Beginners and Intermediate Level Monday - Friday, July 7 - 11, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Botanical artist Rose Pellicano, a member of the American Society of Botanical Artists, will introduce beginning students the basic traditional techniques of painting flowers and plants in watercolor.  The intermediate students will focus on a separate project in value studies and composition. Registration and prepayment required.  $225 (for 5 sessions); $210 members.

Tai Chi Every Wednesday 10:30 am – 11:30 am Tai chi a unique form of “moving meditation” calms the mind, relaxes the body and strengthens the spirit. Much of tai chi is practiced slowly and gently, ideal for people of all ages and health conditions. Its fluid movements are based on movements in nature, which makes Old Westbury Gardens for sessions. Sessions taught by Linda Cafiero are designed for all experience levels. Participants should wear comfortable clothing. Registration required.  $15 per session; $5 members (weather permitting).

Storytime for Children Every Wednesday, July 9 – August 13  11:00 am – 12:00 pm Register now to join our story group.  Bring your 2-6 year old for an hour of stories, games, and activities.  Adult must accompany child.  Free with admission, but registration is required so we can provide enough craft materials.

POSTPONED UNTIL AUGUST 13th Opening Reception -- 6:00 pm - 6:45 pm Join us for a special reception at Orchard Hill with Peter Duchin prior to his performance at this year's Picnic Pops concert.  Meet Peter and enjoy his stories about entertaining high society for the last 46 years.  Light refreshments will be served.  Registration required.  Enter at the Main Gate and you will be shuttled to Orchard Hill.  $35.00 per person.  For more information and to RSVP please contact Kristen Bradley or call 516.333.0048 x308.

POSTPONED UNTIL AUGUST 13th Picnic Pops Summer Concert Series -- Gates open at 5:00 pm, dance lessons begin at 6:30 pm, with the Concerts beginning at 7:00 pm. Bring your friends and we’ll provide the soundtrack for an enjoyable evening under the stars.  Arrive early to picnic and stroll the gardens.  Lawn seating.  Admission: $10.00; $8.00 62 and older & members; children 12 and under free.  All concerts have rain dates to be determined.  No registration required.

POSTPONED UNTIL AUGUST 13th Peter Duchin and the Orchestra -- Standards, Classic Rock -- A Gardens favorite, Peter Duchin and the Orchestra, returns to the 2008 Pops.  Peter is the premier band leader having formed one of the most versatile, prestigious and sought after bands of the modern era.

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Thursday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Botanical Painting- Beginners and Intermediate Level Monday - Friday, July 7 - 11, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Botanical artist Rose Pellicano, a member of the American Society of Botanical Artists, will introduce beginning students the basic traditional techniques of painting flowers and plants in watercolor.  The intermediate students will focus on a separate project in value studies and composition. Registration and prepayment required.  $225 (for 5 sessions); $210 members.

Yoga Workshop Every Thursday, 11:00 am - 12:15 pm Why train in a stuffy gym when you can exercise alongside nature in the awe-inspiring gardens?  Professional Kripalu Yoga instructor, Lorili Henry, will lead students through a dynamic, yet gentle, continuous flow of postures and conscious breathing.  Students are encouraged to work at their own pace.  There is no better way to relax in the Gardens!  Registration and prepayment required.  $15 per session; $5 members.  Participants must bring a yoga mat, yoga strap, and towel.

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Friday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Botanical Painting- Beginners and Intermediate Level Monday - Friday, July 7 - 11, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Botanical artist Rose Pellicano, a member of the American Society of Botanical Artists, will introduce beginning students the basic traditional techniques of painting flowers and plants in watercolor.  The intermediate students will focus on a separate project in value studies and composition. Registration and prepayment required.  $225 (for 5 sessions); $210 members.

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Saturday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Teddy Bear Picnic 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Bring your furry friends and an adult for an afternoon in the most ideal children’s area of the Gardens- the Cottage Garden.  Enjoy finger foods and games adjacent to the Thatched Cottage, playhouse of Peggy Phipps (daughter that lived in Westbury House).  Recommended for children ages 3–8.  Registration and prepayment required.  Member child $10.00; non member child $15.00; Accompanying adults are free.  Raindate: July 19.

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Sunday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

West Porch Beech Tree Concert Series 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Bring a lawn chare or blanket and spend a relaxing Sunday afternoon.  Produced by the Series' Artist-in-Residence, Suzanne Mueller.  In case of inclement weather, concerts will be held in the Red Ballroom.  All concerts free with admission.

Cello n’ Reeds - For the season's first concert, cellist Suzanne Mueller, Beech Tree Concerts Artist-in-Residence, is joined by the versatile Joseph Rutkowski, Jr. on clarinet and accordion.  The program ranges from Bach and Beethoven to Celtic tunes, jazz and tangos and includes the premiere of composer Roger Blanc's clarinet cello arrangement of his work "Duopoly."

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Monday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

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Tuesday

Closed

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Wednesday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Tai Chi Every Wednesday 10:30 am – 11:30 am Tai chi a unique form of “moving meditation” calms the mind, relaxes the body and strengthens the spirit. Much of tai chi is practiced slowly and gently, ideal for people of all ages and health conditions. Its fluid movements are based on movements in nature, which makes Old Westbury Gardens for sessions. Sessions taught by Linda Cafiero are designed for all experience levels. Participants should wear comfortable clothing. Registration required.  $15 per session; $5 members (weather permitting).

Storytime for Children Every Wednesday, July 9 – August 13  11:00 am – 12:00 pm Register now to join our story group.  Bring your 2-6 year old for an hour of stories, games, and activities.  Adult must accompany child.  Free with admission, but registration is required so we can provide enough craft materials.

Picnic Pops Summer Concert Series -- Gates open at 5:00 pm, dance lessons begin at 6:30 pm, with the Concerts beginning at 7:00 pm. Bring your friends and we’ll provide the soundtrack for an enjoyable evening under the stars.  Arrive early to picnic and stroll the gardens.  Lawn seating.  Admission: $10.00; $8.00 62 and older & members; children 12 and under free.  All concerts have rain dates to be determined.  No registration required.

Central Park Stompers -- Big Band and Contemporary Swing - Comprised of a world-class lineup of musicians, the Central Park Stompers blend 40's nostalgia, early 50's Rhythm and Blues and classic swing.

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Thursday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Yoga Workshop Every Thursday, 11:00 am - 12:15 pm Why train in a stuffy gym when you can exercise alongside nature in the awe-inspiring gardens?  Professional Kripalu Yoga instructor, Lorili Henry, will lead students through a dynamic, yet gentle, continuous flow of postures and conscious breathing.  Students are encouraged to work at their own pace.  There is no better way to relax in the Gardens!  Registration and prepayment required.  $15 per session; $5 members.  Participants must bring a yoga mat, yoga strap, and towel.

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Friday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

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Saturday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

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Sunday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Talk & Tour: Daylily Walk 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Daylilies are among the easiest perennials to grow.  Join Master Gardener & docent Dan Mahony to tour the daylily gardens and discuss the development of modern hybrid daylilies and the best cultivars for growing on Long Island.

West Porch Beech Tree Concert Series 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Bring a lawn chare or blanket and spend a relaxing Sunday afternoon.  Produced by the Series' Artist-in-Residence, Suzanne Mueller.  In case of inclement weather, concerts will be held in the Red Ballroom.  All concerts free with admission.

Hungrytown - Rebecca Hall & Ken Anderson with cellist Suzanne Mueller - Retro Folk.  Fourth Garden performance. 

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Monday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

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Tuesday

Closed

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Wednesday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Tai Chi Every Wednesday 10:30 am – 11:30 am Tai chi a unique form of “moving meditation” calms the mind, relaxes the body and strengthens the spirit. Much of tai chi is practiced slowly and gently, ideal for people of all ages and health conditions. Its fluid movements are based on movements in nature, which makes Old Westbury Gardens for sessions. Sessions taught by Linda Cafiero are designed for all experience levels. Participants should wear comfortable clothing. Registration required.  $15 per session; $5 members (weather permitting).

Storytime for Children Every Wednesday, July 9 – August 13  11:00 am – 12:00 pm Register now to join our story group.  Bring your 2-6 year old for an hour of stories, games, and activities.  Adult must accompany child.  Free with admission, but registration is required so we can provide enough craft materials.

POSTPONED UNTIL AUGUST 20th Picnic Pops Summer Concert Series -- Gates open at 5:00 pm, dance lessons begin at 6:30 pm, with the Concerts beginning at 7:00 pm. Bring your friends and we’ll provide the soundtrack for an enjoyable evening under the stars.  Arrive early to picnic and stroll the gardens.  Lawn seating.  Admission: $10.00; $8.00 62 and older & members; children 12 and under free.  All concerts have rain dates to be determined.  No registration required.

POSTPONED UNTIL AUGUST 20th Ray Rodriguez y Swing Sabroso -- Salsa & Latin Jazz -- With a mix of traditional salsa and powerful modern arrangements, Ray Rodriguez y Swing Sabroso are renowned for their fiery modern salsa dura.

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Thursday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Yoga Workshop Every Thursday, 11:00 am - 12:15 pm Why train in a stuffy gym when you can exercise alongside nature in the awe-inspiring gardens?  Professional Kripalu Yoga instructor, Lorili Henry, will lead students through a dynamic, yet gentle, continuous flow of postures and conscious breathing.  Students are encouraged to work at their own pace.  There is no better way to relax in the Gardens!  Registration and prepayment required.  $15 per session; $5 members.  Participants must bring a yoga mat, yoga strap, and towel.

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Friday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

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Saturday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

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Sunday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Talk & Tour: Lotus & Waterlilies 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Explore the ancient symbolism and sacred storied associated with these beautiful plants.  Master Gardener & docent Barbara Levine will compare and contrast flora growing in the Walled Garden pool.

West Porch Beech Tree Concert Series 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Bring a lawn chare or blanket and spend a relaxing Sunday afternoon.  Produced by the Series' Artist-in-Residence, Suzanne Mueller.  In case of inclement weather, concerts will be held in the Red Ballroom.  All concerts free with admission.

Cross Island - Elinor Abrams Zayas, pianist & Suzanne Mueller, cellist - Program of Classical music, rags, tangos and more.  Second appearance at the GArdens, where the duo made its debut last summer.

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Monday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

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Tuesday

Closed

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Wednesday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Tai Chi Every Wednesday 10:30 am – 11:30 am Tai chi a unique form of “moving meditation” calms the mind, relaxes the body and strengthens the spirit. Much of tai chi is practiced slowly and gently, ideal for people of all ages and health conditions. Its fluid movements are based on movements in nature, which makes Old Westbury Gardens for sessions. Sessions taught by Linda Cafiero are designed for all experience levels. Participants should wear comfortable clothing. Registration required.  $15 per session; $5 members (weather permitting).

Storytime for Children Every Wednesday, July 9 – August 13  11:00 am – 12:00 pm Register now to join our story group.  Bring your 2-6 year old for an hour of stories, games, and activities.  Adult must accompany child.  Free with admission, but registration is required so we can provide enough craft materials.

Picnic Pops Summer Concert Series -- Gates open at 5:00 pm, dance lessons begin at 6:30 pm, with the Concerts beginning at 7:00 pm. Bring your friends and we’ll provide the soundtrack for an enjoyable evening under the stars.  Arrive early to picnic and stroll the gardens.  Lawn seating.  Admission: $10.00; $8.00 62 and older & members; children 12 and under free.  All concerts have rain dates to be determined.  No registration required.

Harlem Renaissance Orchestra -- Big Band Swing - True to the tradition of Swing, HRO's 16 piece orchestra has performed in some of the most prestigious venues and events in the country.  Its mission is to revive the music of the Big Band Era and to preserve this music in its living form.

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Thursday

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Yoga Workshop Every Thursday, 11:00 am - 12:15 pm Why train in a stuffy gym when you can exercise alongside nature in the awe-inspiring gardens?  Professional Kripalu Yoga instructor, Lorili Henry, will lead students through a dynamic, yet gentle, continuous flow of postures and conscious breathing.  Students are encouraged to work at their own pace.  There is no better way to relax in the Gardens!  Registration and prepayment required.  $15 per session; $5 members.  Participants must bring a yoga mat, yoga strap, and towel.