Jay Estate Then & Now Photos; Luncheon in NY Social Diary

Look for our annual appeal (above) in mailboxes this week! We're proud of everything we have been able to accomplish this year–despite all the challenges–thanks to generous supporters like you.

Before and after photos like the ones below are stark reminders of how far we have come. And we're ready to do more!

Help us continue the physical and intellectual transformation of this community resource and refuge!

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Jay Mansion in 1995, photo by Karen Quirke

Jay Mansion in June 2019 with a school group on the veranda - we're scheduling field trips for Spring 2022 now!

Jay Gardens in 2013

Jay Gardens in 2021, photo by garden volunteer Jim Britt

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Tulip Workshop

in the Gardens

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 7 • 2 P.M.

Join us on Sunday, November 7, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., for a sneak peek at the stunning, newly renovated Historic Jay Gardens! Amble through our rose and sensory gardens, and discover the healthiest native grasses and wildflowers for your own yard. Docents available for tours–or simply explore the three garden rooms at your own pace!

PLUS, at 2 p.m., join us for a tulip workshop with Jan Doornbosch of International Bulb Company. He'll lead a hands-on planting demonstration and discuss how to keep tulips healthy–indoors and out.

All are welcome, but reservations are required.

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Fall Luncheon Photos in New York Social Diary

We were thrilled to see our fall luncheon featured in last week's edition of NYSD: "On Thursday, September 23, 100 guests heard AD 100 Interior Designer Thomas Jayne and design journalist Pilar Viladas talk about the design process. The wind howled but the rain held off as guests sipped Champagne and strolled through the historic Jay Estate Gardens newly reimagined by Thomas Woltz."

See more photos here

WATCH:

Forum on NYS Constitutional Amendments

Shelley Mayer Discusses 2021 NYS Constitutional Amendments at The Jay Heritage Center

Election Day is today, and there are five amendments to NY State’s constitution on the ballot. State Senator Shelley B. Mayer discussed each one of them–from their impact on absentee voting to guaranteeing your right to clean air and water–at this special forum at the 1907 Carriage House.

Plus, Water Infrastructure Workshop with NYS Assemblyman Steve Otis

On October 20th NY State Assemblyman Steve Otis hosted a special workshop at the Carriage House on the state’s Environmental Facilities Corporation water infrastructure grant programs and other clean water financing opportunities.