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America's Love Affair with The Motorcycle - Summer 2014 Exhibit Long Island New York |
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at Ward Melville Heritage Organization Educational and Cultural Center in Stony Brook |
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July 12, 2014 - September 1, 2014 |
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Varies
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| Admission: | Exhibit fee: $4.00 for adults; $2.00 for children under 12. |
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Ward Melville Heritage Organization Educational and Cultural Center |
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Main Street on the Harbor |
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Stony Brook, NY 11790 |
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Description: |
America's Love Affair with The Motorcycle Summer 2014 Exhibit Long Island New York at the Ward Melville Heritage Organization Educational and Cultural Center in Stony Brook Village, Suffolk County, Long Island, New York.
See the evolution of the motorcycle, from a 1902 Rambler Motorcycle to a 1990 Ducati 888 SP2 featuring motorcycles from the private collection of Joe Buzzetta, The Nettesheim Museum, Huntington, NY and a motorcycle from 20th Century Cycles.
Saturday, July 12, 2014 at 2:00PM
"Running of the Bikes" with Peter Nettesheim
Listen to world renowned BMW expert talk about his motorcycles featured in the exhibit. Two of his rare early 1920's BMW bikes, a 1928 BMW R63 and a 1934 BMW R11 will be started outdoors at the conclusion of his presentation.
Saturday, August 2, 2014 at 1:00PM
"Motorcycles and Movies" with Jeffrey James, the Chairman of the Board of Directors at the Long Island Music Hall of Fame.
Saturday, August 23, 2014 at 1:00PM
"Why the Fascination with Motorcycles and Sports Cars?"
With private collectors: Joe Buzzetta, Vice President, Competition BMW Steve Linden, Newsday Columnist "Classic Car Doctor". Paintings by George Ellis.
Motorcycle And Car Club Shows
July 19, 2014 10:00AM-3:00PM
HOG (Harley Owners Group) and ABATE
(American Bikers For Awareness Training and Education)
July 27, 2014 10:00AM-3:00PM
Jaguar Drivers Club of America
August 16, 2014 10:00AM-3:00PM
LI Thunderbirds and Thunderbird Owners of NY
About Stony Brook Village Center
Main Street on the Harbor
Enjoy shopping in this Colonial New England setting. Whether you are interested in apparel, gifts, specialty foods, or restaurant dining, you can do it all here. With a blend of national chains such as Jos. A. Bank, Chico's, Loft, Crabtree and Evelyn and Godiva and locally-owned shops, finding what you need has never been easier.
Pick out that perfect outfit and accessories at Flair Designer Boutique, Mint, or Wish. Then find something for children at Cottontails. Looking for a unique gift? Why not try Fair Trade Winds, the Stony Brook Gift Shop, Rocky Point Jewelers or find Vera Bradley items at Rumplestiltskin Yarns. And for dinner, visit Lake Side Emotions Wine and Spirits or The Crushed Olive to add something special to your table.
Once you have finished shopping, relax at Legends Hair Designs and Day Spa, or grab a bite to eat at Fratelli's, Robinson's Tea Room, the Country House Restaurant, Pentimento Restaurant or at the Three Village Inn try either Mirabelle Restaurant or the Tavern.
If cultural events are more your thing, visit the Ward Melville Heritage Organization's (WMHO) Educational and Cultural Center (ECC), located in the rear of the village. The ECC features year-round events for adults and children, including performing arts, exhibits, WMHO Youth Corps activities, community events, distance learning and video conferencing programs.
WMHO also hosts a variety of annual events, including Summer Concerts on the Green, an autumn Scarecrow Competition with winners announced at the Halloween Festival, the Promenade of Trees on display throughout the holidays and the Holiday Festival, which features a visit from Santa and the lighting of the 70-foot holiday tree on the Village Green.
Don't forget to tour the surrounding area. Take a walk through the 80+ acre Avalon Park Arboretum and preserve. On your way, you can visit the Stony Brook Grist Mill and buy some feed to share with the ducks at the Mill Pond. Or maybe you would like to visit the Hercules Pavilion to see figurehead and anchor from the USS Ohio, the first ship launched from the Brooklyn Navy Yard in 1820. |
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631-689-5888 |
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