Written by Christina Mink Today, we visited Sangha Education Center, located in an old Quaker home with a rich history. Director Christine Keller warmly welcomed us, providing a detailed tour. Through her introduction, we learned that Sangha Center was formerly known as the Malcom house, one of the oldest houses in the area, built in […]
Category: Oyster Bay
AYLUS Oyster Bay’s Impactful Eco-Fundraiser Day at Samanea Mall on October 28, 2023
Written by Christina Mink On Sunday, October 28th, at the early hour of 9 AM, AYLUS Oyster Bay began setting up shop at Samanea Mall. Tables and chairs were meticulously arranged, our merchandise was thoughtfully displayed, various products were organized, and price tags were placed. Given the Halloween spirit, a candy platter was also arranged, […]
AYLUS Oyster Bay’s Eco-Fundraiser: October 27, 2023 Preparation
Written by Christina Mink Members of AYLUS Oyster Bay have been diligently preparing for the fundraiser event scheduled for the next day. This includes selecting eco-friendly products, placing orders, organizing packaging, setting prices, creating event posters, and designing promotional materials for eco-friendly products, as well as decorating the merchandise display. Gratitude to the following young […]
AYLUS Oyster Bay Works with the Town of Oyster Bay to Replenish Oysters in Oyster Harbor on Oct. 15,2023
Written by Christina Mink On October 15, 2023 AYLUS Oyster Bay members helped maintain the Health of Oyster Harbor by collecting oysters and clams from the Oyster Festival. The Oyster Festival is an annual festival that focuses on honoring the oyster and sells it in every conceivable form, such as fried oysters, half shell, chowder, […]
AYLUS Oyster Bay’s Spectacular Eco Fundraiser at Bethpage Street Fair on Oct. 1st, 2023
Written by Christina Mink On October 1st, AYLUS Oyster Bay once again successfully carried out an eight-hour environmental fundraising event at Bethpage Street Fair. It all began at 9 o’clock in the morning when the first group of volunteers arrived at the venue. They opened the red tents, set up tables and chairs, unloaded goods […]
AYLUS Oyster Bay was gearing up for an Eco Fundraiser on Sept. 30, 2023
Written by Christina Mink Members of AYLUS Oyster Bay have been diligently preparing for the fundraiser event scheduled for the next day. This includes selecting eco-friendly products, placing orders, organizing packaging, setting prices, creating event posters, and designing promotional materials for eco-friendly products, as well as decorating the merchandise display. Gratitude to the following 6 […]
AYLUS Oyster Bay Shines at Portledge School’s Club Fair on Sept. 13, 2023
Written by Christina Mink AYLUS Oyster Bay participated in Portledge School’s annual Club Fair on September 13, 2023. The evening before, we created a Club Fair poster detailing our team’s Mission Statement and a comprehensive list of activities. Early the next morning at 9 am, we secured the best spot in the school’s Commons hall […]
AYLUS Oyster Bay Members Bring STEM to Life at Long Island Children’s Museum on Sept. 3, 10, 2023
Written by Christina Mink In an exceptional community collaboration, AYLUS Oyster Bay Chapter members recently joined forces with the Long Island Children’s Museum to ignite a passion for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) in young minds. These dedicated volunteers brought STEM concepts to life through engaging activities such as hands-on physics experiments and coding […]
AYLUS Oyster Bay’s Heartfelt Concert at Sunharbor Manor on Labor Day, 2023
Written by Christina Mink On September 3, 2023, Labor Day, 17 members of AYLUS Oyster Bay visited Sunharbor Manor nursing home and organized a music concert. Most of these volunteers were students from the Juilliard School and the Manhattan School of Music’s pre-college program. They performed a total of 16 musical pieces, including piano, saxophone, […]
AYLUS Oyster Bay Team’s Strategic Vision Meeting on Aug 30, 2023
Written by Christina Mink With the new school year just around the corner, on the afternoon of August 30th, the leadership team of Aylus Oyster Bay, consisting of Christina, Johnny, Ariel, Lance, and Thomas, convened at Dix Hills Library. The purpose was to deliberate on establishing a social media presence and to define the trajectory, […]
AYLUS Oyster Bay’s Impactful Eco-Friendly Fundraising Triumph on Aug. 27, 2023
Written by Christina Mink The AYLUS-Oyster Bay team hosted the second environmentally-friendly fundraising sale at the Farmingdale Craft Fair. Bright and early, we erected vibrant red tents along Farmingdale Main Street, meticulously arranged tables and chairs, and put on display a diverse array of merchandise complete with posters and price tags. Our inventory of eco-friendly […]
AYLUS Oyster Bay Prepared Eco-Friendly Fundraising Sale on Aug 26, 2023
Written by Christina Mink The AYLUS-Oyster Bay team is actively getting ready for tomorrow’s fundraising sale. To start, we’ve created advertising posters for each product, focusing on highlighting the environmental value and significance of each item. Once printed, these posters were attached to cardboard for convenient customer display. We also considered the cost as a […]
AYLUS Oyster Bay’s Environmental Initiative at Stehli Beach for Protecting Birds and Nature on Aug 19, 2023
Written by Christina Mink In the past March, the AYLUS-Oyster Bay team participated in the event of building a bird protection fence at Stehli Beach, Bayville on Long Island. Protecting the habitat and breeding grounds of wildlife is crucial, especially for birds that rely on specific locations for reproduction. Every spring, when various seabirds migrate […]
AYLUS Oyster Bay Volunteers at Long Island Children’s Museum on Aug 6,13, 23, 2023
Written by Christina Mink On August 6, 13, 20, 2023, AYLUS Oyster Bay members partnered with the Long Island Children’s Museum to educate children. Long Island Children’s Museum is a haven for young minds, offering a unique and engaging experience where children can play and learn simultaneously, igniting their imagination and fostering creativity. Nestled in […]
AYLUS- Oyster Bay’s Enriching Experience: Volunteering at Long Island Children’s Museum on July 23, 30, 2023
Written by Christina Mink On July 23, 30, 2023, AYLUS Oyster Bay members partnered with the Long Island Children’s Museum to educate children. Long Island Children’s Museum is a haven for young minds, offering a unique and engaging experience where children can play and learn simultaneously, igniting their imagination and fostering creativity. Nestled in […]
AYLUS Oyster Bay Works with the Long Island Children’s Museum to Educate Children on July 9,16, 2023
Written by Christina Mink On July 9, 16, 2023, AYLUS Oyster Bay members partnered with the Long Island Children’s Museum to educate children. Long Island Children’s Museum is a haven for young minds, offering a unique and engaging experience where children can play and learn simultaneously, igniting their imagination and fostering creativity. Nestled in […]
AYLUS Oyster Bay’s Successful Charity Sale for Environmental Causes on July 15, 2023
Written by Christina Mink On July 15, 2023, AYLUS Oyster Bay members came together with enthusiasm and determination to hold their first charity sale event at the Summer Family Festival at Semanea Mall. The objective was clear: to raise funds for environmental causes and support the development of sustainable products. This event turned out […]
AYLUS Oyster Bay’s Eco-Fundraising Extravaganza on July 14, 2023
Written By Christina Mink In the spirit of environmental stewardship and community engagement, we, the passionate members of AYLUS Oyster Bay, embarked on an empowering journey from July 7 to 14, 2023, to organize a fundraising event that would leave a lasting impact on the environment and beyond. To kickstart our mission, we took proactive […]
AYLUS Oyster Bay works with Community Solidarity to help distribute food to those in need on July 2, 2023
Witten By Christina Mink On July 2, 2023, the compassionate members of AYLUS came together to make a meaningful impact on their community by distributing food to people in need. This benevolent initiative aimed to address both food waste and food insecurity, creating a win-win situation for the environment and individuals facing economic challenges. […]
AYLUS Oyster Bay’s Plant Sale in Support of Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary on June 24, 2023
Written By Christina Mink On June 24, 2023, AYLUS Oyster Bay collaborated with the Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary to host a remarkable plant sale, dedicated to supporting the sanctuary’s continued operation and growth. The event was a vibrant celebration of nature, offering a diverse selection of plants that would not only beautify gardens but also contribute […]