Science of Winter Wildlife
ADULT NATURE EDUCATION WITH RANGER ERIC POWERS Explore the winter habits of our local wildlife and enjoy a guided walk in the frosty woods. (Event Information)
Upcoming Events
Four Seasons of Family Yoga
Experience the wonderful benefits of yoga with family and friends. (Event Information)
Sessions in Hempstead House
The Conservancy proudly announces a new music series of original concerts curated by three extraordinarily talented musicians: Solomon Hoffman, Bobby Katz, and Ethan Usoskin – all Port Washington, NY natives. Casual Thursday evenings at Hempstead House, starting at 8 pm on September 14, October 12, November 9 and December 14. See below for information about individual concerts. (Event Information)
Bluegrass, BBQ & Bourbon
When Labor Day and Back-to-School are in the rearview mirror, spend an afternoon with family and friends on the Preserve’s grounds with live music by Eastbound Freight Bluegrass Band, a ‘smoking’ BBQ with a family-friendly menu by Brooklyn-based Hometown Barbque, and a bourbon tasting bar, provided by Angel’s Envy. Bring a lawn chair and blanket… enjoy (Event Information)
National Honeybee Day
Honeybees serve a vital purpose in our environment as pollinators. Discover the world of the extraordinary honeybee and the mysteries of honey as we explore its many special qualities. (Event Information)
Rosé & Roses Cocktail Party
Take a brief tour of Hempstead House, the iconic 50,000-square-foot Gold Coast mansion and former residence of Daniel and Florence Guggenheim, and enjoy a two-hour sunset cocktail party in the magnificent rose gardens (Event Information)
The Elixir of Love – Opera in Two Mansions
The North Shore Music Festival returns to the Sands Point Preserve for their annual summer opera on Saturday, July 22, when poor Nemorino woos the elusive Adina with the help of L’Elisir d’Amore… 6 pm – Cocktails, dinner, and dessert in Hempstead House 8 pm – Performance in Castle Gould’s Great Hall Tickets – Dinner (Event Information)
Murder Mystery: The Hound of the Baskervilles
Set in a manor house in Devon, England, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s “The Hound of the Baskervilles” tells the tale of horrific murders by a diabolical, supernatural hound that may still be haunting the surrounding moors. Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson will investigate the most recent murder in the Winter Living Room of historic Hempstead House. (Event Information)
Tea & Meditation
During this special winter workshop, we will come together in the spirit of self-acceptance to recenter, realign, and reconnect with our minds and hearts. We will practice methods of yoga and mindfulness, gentle breath work, aromatherapy, and journaling, to balance our emotions, release stress, and gain control over our actions in the present moment. You (Event Information)
Spring Celebration
Every season brings beautiful changes to the Preserve’s landscape, and, in Springtime, we celebrate the return of longer days, warmer temperatures – and budding trees, shrubs, and perennial plants. While these blooms occur naturally, we have much work to do to plant colorful annuals, organic vegetables and herbs, and plants to attract butterflies, honeybees, and other (Event Information)