Celebrating Harbor Heritage, Live Outdoor Music & Weekend Markets
Sea Cliff, NY · August 15, 2026
Saturday morning sunshine is settling over the bluff, making it an ideal day to linger outdoors before sunset.
The Lead
The Coalition to Save Hempstead Harbor is celebrating four decades of coastal stewardship with a dedicated anniversary exhibition hosted at the Sea Cliff Arts Council gallery on Roslyn Avenue. Since 1986, the non-profit advocacy group has led environmental monitoring, wetland restoration, and public education across local waters, transforming polluted harbor stretches back into thriving marine habitats.
The new showcase features works by regional artists, historic photography, and ecological archival materials illustrating the harbor’s ecological turnaround. For residents who swim, kayak, or stroll along the bluff, the exhibit offers a rare look at forty years of citizen science and grassroots advocacy that built today’s clean shoreline. The gallery opens its doors for special weekend hours, giving neighbors a chance to view the artwork, speak with founding board members, and learn about ongoing water quality testing initiatives.
Local Pulse
Village Launches Updated Smart Growth Zoning Survey Residents can submit feedback this week on proposed land-use updates designed to protect historic streetscapes and bluffs.
Oyster Bay Hosts Sound Exploration Day Saturday Families can head to Beekman Beach this morning for free fishing lessons, marine science exhibits, and kayak tours.
Today's Outlook
- High 80°F · Low 65°F — Mainly clear
- Clear skies mean perfect conditions for strolling along the bluff or enjoying evening music.
What's On Around Town
Oyster Bay: Long Island Sound Exploration Day Beekman Beach, 9:00–11:00 AM Free family marine science games, fishing instruction, and shoreline kayak tours.
Glen Cove: Deep Roots Farmers Market 100 Village Square, 9:00 AM–1:00 PM Fresh seasonal produce, baked goods, and crafts a short drive away.
Sunset Serenades: Dave Diamond Band Clifton Park, 6:00–8:00 PM Bring lawn chairs and picnic blankets for live roots-rock under the trees.
Spotlight & Story
- Central Hall
- Built in 1894 at 93 Central Avenue, this two-story structure served as a first-floor general store and second-floor civic hall during the village's resort boom. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, its unadorned timber frame quietly anchors the business district.
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