Grab Your Gloves for the Annual Shoreline Cleanup

Sea Cliff, NY · April 18, 2026

Good morning—if you’re heading toward the water today, you’ll see plenty of neighbors with trash bags in hand for the annual shoreline sweep. It’s a perfect morning for it, with the breeze finally losing its winter edge and the sun expected to stick around all afternoon.

📰 The Lead

The Scudder Park community garden expansion officially breaks ground this morning, marking a significant win for the local "Green Sea Cliff" initiative. After months of planning and soil testing, the additional twelve plots will double the garden's capacity, finally clearing a multi-year waiting list. This project isn't just about growing tomatoes; it’s designed as a pollinator corridor, featuring native milkweed and lavender to support local bee populations.

Volunteers are gathering at 9:00 AM to help stake out the new beds and move the first loads of organic compost. For those who didn't snag a plot this year, the committee is also unveiling a "community harvest" row where anyone can pick fresh herbs throughout the summer. It’s a small but meaningful step in keeping our square mile both sustainable and neighborly.

🏙️ Local Pulse

Library Sidewalk Sale Returns Today The Friends of the Library are setting up for their massive spring sale. Expect rare finds and local history volumes. It’s a cash-only affair, so hit the ATM before heading to Sea Cliff Avenue.
Carpenter Avenue Paving Wraps Up Expect minor delays on Carpenter Avenue today as crews finish the final striping from this week’s resurfacing. The road is open, but parking is restricted near the 14th Avenue intersection until late afternoon.
Vikings Take the Home Field North Shore High’s varsity baseball team takes on Glen Cove at home today. First pitch is at 11:00 AM. It’s a great day to grab a coffee and support the team at the back fields.

🌤️ Today's Outlook

High 62°F · Low 48°F A crisp start gives way to a bright, sunny afternoon. It’s prime weather for a walk down the 100 steps, though you might want a light jacket for the wind off Hempstead Harbor.

📅 What's On Around Town

Shoreline Cleanup Sea Cliff Beach, The Boulevard 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Join the Environmental Conservation Commission to clear winter debris from the sand and rocks; bags and gloves are provided at the pavilion.
Spring Plant Swap St. Luke’s Church, 253 Glen Avenue 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM Bring your extra perennials or seedlings and trade with fellow gardeners to diversify your spring beds before the afternoon planting window.
Glen Cove: Deep Roots Farmers Market Garvies Point, 100 Garvies Point Rd 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM A five-minute drive for fresh eggs, local honey, and those sourdough loaves that usually sell out by noon.
Oyster Bay: Historic Walking Tour Raynham Hall, 30 W Main St 1:00 PM Take a short trip to explore the spy secrets of the Revolution; reservations are recommended for this weekend's session.
Live Jazz at Still Partners Still Partners, 225 Sea Cliff Ave 8:00 PM Wind down the Saturday with local musicians in one of the village's most intimate listening rooms—get there early if you want a table.

📸 Spotlight & Story

The Sea Cliff Village Museum Tucked away on Central Avenue, the Museum is a treasure trove of our "Victorian era" identity. While many know it for the old photographs, the real gem is the collection of original resort-era memorabilia from when the village was a religious campground. Did you know Sea Cliff was founded in 1871 by the Methodist Episcopal Church? The museum meticulously preserves the transition from a tent-city retreat to the eclectic, artistic enclave we live in today.

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