Letter: Friends of Cedarmere Initiated ‘Bryant Bridge’
Friday, 13 April 2012 00:00
The Friends of Cedarmere was pleased to see the April 5 article about the New York Senate approval of a bill renaming the Roslyn Viaduct to honor William Cullen Bryant, Roslyn’s most prominent author (“New Name for Roslyn Viaduct,” The Roslyn News, April 5). While quotes from State Senator Jack Martins and local community leaders support this recognition for Bryant, credit for the initiative to have the viaduct renamed should go to our board members who requested that appropriate legislation be created and, for the past year, provided Senator Martins and Assemblywoman Michelle Schimel with information about Bryant’s important achievements as poet, newspaper editor, and civic leader. While the assembly has yet to vote on the companion bill, we feel confident that it will pass, and that a naming ceremony will bring well-deserved attention to Roslyn and to Cedarmere, Bryant’s home.
The Friends of Cedarmere is a tax-exempt corporation, which works with Nassau County to restore, preserve and promote the public use of the Cedarmere Museum and estate on Bryant Avenue. As a first step toward these objectives, we have recently reached agreement with the county’s department of parks, recreation and museums to restore and maintain the historic Boxwood Gardens whose layout and plantings were designed by Bryant in the 1860s, and the adjacent Sunken Gardens designed by his grandson Harold Godwin almost a century ago. Our next goal will be to restore, enhance and maintain the museum rooms in the main house, so that they can be enjoyed by the public and inform them about the significant cultural, social and political achievements of William Cullen Bryant.
Information about membership, future events and volunteering to work on the gardens can be obtained at friendsofcedarmere.com or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
John B. Dawson, Jr.
President, Friends of Cedarmere
News
Thursday, 23 May 2013 00:00
The Roslyn High School girls’ lacrosse squad ended the regular season playing the same consistent ball they had all year. In early May, the Lady Bulldogs topped both Wheatley and Great Neck North, while losing a close match to conference rival MacArthur.
The Lady Bulldogs finished the year with a sterling 10-5 mark overall and a 5-4 winning record in Conference IV play.
Thursday, 23 May 2013 00:00
Old Westbury Gardens recently held its 11th Annual Taste of Spring on the grounds of the Phipps Estate, a gold coast mansion built in 1906. More than 300 people attended, drinking a variety of wines and dining on gourmet hot foods served up by local chefs. One of the favorites was a chicken with peas topped with a fragrant winter lavender sauce cooked by Jeff Lawton. Other delicacies included duck, gnocchi, tacos, meatballs, prime rib, baked brie, and quiche followed by an assortment of chocolate desserts and crème Brule.
Long Island notables were also in attendance including author Nelson DeMille and Peter Tilles, a prominent developer. As guests mingled they also were treated to a special show of vintage bridal gowns staged throughout the house, many of the dresses dating back to the 1900’s and some worn by member of the Phipps family.
Proceeds from the event and the silent auction went toward the estate. Beverage and tasting sponsors included Banfi Vintners, Bryant and
Cooper Steak House, Chi, Dessert Diva, Elegant Affairs Catering, Jeff Lawton Catering, La Bottega, Robbins Wolfe Eventuers and Sterling Affair Caterers.
Sports
Friday, 17 May 2013 00:00
Fifteen members of the Green Vale Pacers, a girls’ running club, ran the 5K Race of the Long Island Marathon held at Eisenhower Park on May 4. All fifteen finished the race and a few finished at the top of their age divisions and within the top ten for all 354 female racers.
Friday, 10 May 2013 00:00
Fifteen Wheatley High School students have been recognized by the Nassau County Interscholastic Athletic Association for their exceptional performance in athletics, scholarship and leadership qualities for the winter 2012-2013 season. All winter teams were recognized as NYS Scholar/Athlete Team Award winners. The Boys Indoor Track team was crowned NYS State Scholar Athlete Team Champions. The Boys Varsity Basketball team won the Nassau County Class B Championship.
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