Peek To The Past

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Peek To The Past

The North Shore Historical Museum opened its doors to the public at a ribbon cutting ceremony on January 19, after years of raising funds and completing renovations and restorations. The museum occupies the Justices Court Building on Glen Street, which was vacant for more than a decade.

“The building was in terrible disrepair,” says Brian Mercadante, museum president.

Glen Cove Mayor Ralph Suozzi and Museum President Brian Mercadante cut ribbon in Museum opening ceremonies.

Mercadante, says they first tried to get the property back in 1997, a process that took eight years, and money was the biggest holdup. Besides doing a lot of renovations, including a handicap ramp and putting on a new roof, they had to get grants. According to Mercadante, they began with only $1000 in funding and eventually raised $750,000.

The building itself is historical, making it an ideal location for preserving the rich history of the North Shore.

“We thought it would benefit the community at large, and it creates more parameters for more portions of history,” says Mercadante.

The opening ceremony, held on the 104th anniversary of the original opening of the building by the town of Oyster Bay in 1908, mirrored the building’s original façade and interior. Museum members, guests and visitors were able to take tours of the building and to hear of planned exhibits.

Glen Cove Mayor Ralph V. Suozzi and Mercadante cut the opening ribbon and Museum Director Colleen Yoder hosted tours and explained the museum’s future plans.

Initially, the museum will be open Wednesdays from 2 to 6 p.m. and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Guided group tours will also be available. Chartered by the New York State Department of Education, the museum plans to showcase a wide variety of artifacts and archives depicting Long Island’s “Gold Coast.“

According to Yoder, the exhibits will include documents, art work, photographs and a unique collection of oral histories recording the memories and histories of many North Shore residents.

The completely restored building is a National Historic Landmark Building. Fees: Museum members free; non-members $5 adults, $4 seniors and teens, children free. To reserve a tour call 801-1191 or visit the website at www. northshorehistoricalmuseum.org.

News

Young Artists

Friday, 17 May 2013 00:00

The students at St. Paul the Apostle Preschool in Brookville displayed their masterpieces at the ninth annual Preschool Art Show and Auction Fundraiser. Each child created three pieces of artwork based on famous art by Monet, O’Keeffe, Haring, Pollock and more. The Parish hall was transformed into an art gallery and the proud students eagerly lead their parents and special guests through the display. Guests sipped punch and sampled appetizers and desserts while reflecting upon the school year and enjoying good company. St. Paul the Apostle Preschool is located on Route 107 in Brookville. For information about its preschool programs call 935-4127.

Substitute Principal Hired In Glen Cove

Saturday, 18 May 2013 00:00

An emergency addendum to hire a temporary substitute principal at Glen Cove High School was included on the agenda at last week’s board of education meeting.

Effective May 7, Roseann Cirnigliaro has taken over for Dr. Joseph Hinton, who will be out, due to illness, for the remainder of the school year. The board voted 7-0 to accept the recommendation to hire her for the position through June.

Sports

Mayor’s Trophy Team Tryouts

Friday, 17 May 2013 00:00

Rob Kormoski Junior Baseball & Softball League of Glen Cove will hold Glen Cove Mayor’s Trophy Team tryouts for the 2013 season on Sunday, May 19 at Campanella field. Eligible birth dates follow.

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