Monday, December 1, 2014

Come enjoy the Holidays in Oyster Bay

You're invited to the
Oyster Bay Main Street Association's
2nd Annual Yuletide Church Walk 
and Gospel Concert

Please join us
Saturday, December 6, 2014­­
for an afternoon that is sure to get you in the holiday spirit!

Oyster Bay is fortunate to have a number of different churches, each with its own distinctive architecture and history.  And we are pleased to offer you the opportunity to learn about and see these historic gems up close, with holiday decorations and spirit at their most festive!

2 pm - Our Journey begins as St. Dominic's Chapel
93 Anstice Street
Where we will learn about the history and design of this beautiful chapel, which was first built in 1897.

2:30 pm - We head down the hill to Christ Church
61 East Main Street
Where a short film highlighting the history of the church and its ties to President Roosevelt and his family will be shown from 2:45 to 3:15,
including a Q & A session.

3:15 pm - We then process to The First Presbyterian Church
60 East Main Street
Where we will learn about the architecture and history of the 1873 chapel, which was listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

3:30 pm - Mount Olive Baptist Church's Mass Choir
As a grand finale, the 15 member choir of Mount Olive Baptist will perform gospel and holiday songs for the crowd.  This is an opportunity that is not to be missed!

4:45 pm - Annual Oyster Bay Tree Lighting
Following the concert, we will take a short walk along Audrey Avenue and end our journey at the Annual Oyster Bay Tree Lighting Ceremony with free refreshments available for all!

This event is free and participants are welcome to join us at any point along the way.

Looking forward to seeing you there!

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