The Nassau Chamber Chorale performed so magnificently at the 2017 Winter Choral Concert at Hempstead House, the Conservancy invited them back as the featured artists in their very own concert on May 20, 2018 at 2 pm. Led by Edward P. Norris III, the NCC is an exceptionally talented ensemble comprised of Nassau County’s finest (Event Information)
The Butterfly Ball takes flight on Saturday, April 28 at 7 PM – a benefit to enhance the Preserve’s beautiful landscape with new features and programs for everyone to enjoy. Plans include: Playground & Fitness Course Organic Vegetable Garden & Fruit Orchard Pumpkin Patch & Fall Hay Rides Picnic Tables & Benches Dog Run THE (Event Information)
The Conservancy welcomes Steinway artist Julian Gargiulo in a unique, interactive piano concert on Saturday, April 7 at 8 pm, followed by a dessert in Hempstead House. Julian performs around the world, in prestigious venues from Carnegie Hall to Singapore’s Symphony Stage. A classically trained pianist, Julian captivates his audience with his technical precision and (Event Information)
Join Senator Elaine Phillips for a special post-Thanksgiving gathering at the preserve. Meet at Castle Gould’s Clock Tower at 10 am for a brief address followed by a guided nature walk to the beach with Sol Center founder Hildur Palsdottir. We ask participants to stay for a beach cleanup – gloves and bags will be (Event Information)
THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT! The Sands Point Preserve Conservancy is proud to present world-renowned violin and viola virtuoso and conductor Shlomo Mintz in a special concert in Hempstead House. Mr. Mintz is joined by Levana Cohen, Esther Noh, Kimberly Foster, and Alison Rowe. PROGRAM Stamitz Op. 19 No. 3 Levana Cohen, Clarinet Esther Noh, (Event Information)
Discover the science of how boats stay afloat, then test your skills by building your own boat out of recycled materials. Admission Members: $10 per car Non-Members: $20 per car Includes Parking. Payment is received at the Gatehouse. (Event Information)
Celebrate dad at the Sands Point Preserve on Sunday, June 16 at 10 – 11 am or 11 am – noon, with Ranger Eric Powers! The one-hour program includes a 20-minute talk about native bird species and their habitats – then build your own wooden bird house, with step-by-step instructions, and bring home a beautiful new home for the birds your garden. (Event Information)
Discover the fascinating aquatic residents of our fresh water pond environment in a live, interactive, family program lead by Biologist Eric Powers. (Event Information)
ADULT NATURE WITH RANGER ERIC POWERS Ranger Eric Powers is your guide as you learn fundamental outdoor survival skills in the Preserve’s magnificent woods. Outside on our campgrounds, build a basic wooden bowl – an essential tool in the wild – with the use of fire. Advance registration is requested. Very limited space will be (Event Information)
ADULT NATURE EDUCATION WITH RANGER ERIC POWERS Learn why bats are beneficial neighbors, then build a bat house to take home for your yard. Admission price includes materials. Advance ticket purchase is required for this event. Purchase online or please call 516.570.2185. Admission Conservancy Members: $35 per car Non-Members: $45 per car Additional kits can be (Event Information)