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Holiday Tree Contest

November 19, 2024 - December 18, 2024

$50

Holiday Tree Contest

Trees on display during our Holiday Trail of Lights (Dec. 20-22)


The Smithtown Historical Society (SHS) is hosting a Holiday Trail of Lights event (on Dec. 20-22 from 5:30-8:30 PM) in which we will be holding a Holiday Tree contest.


Benefit to Participate:

  • Fun and engaging opportunity for youth (or those young-at-heart) to get involved in their local community
  • Great exposure for your business, organization, or school while supporting the Smithtown Historical Society, a gem in your local community
  • Entry into the list of nominees for our 2025 Heritage Ball honoree

What is provided by SHS?

The SHS will provide you with a designated spot along our trail to create a one-of-a-kind Holiday tree. Electric will be provided.


What is a participating organization responsible for?

  • A participating organization must supply signage, a tree (artificial or real; max size 7 feet), and all decorations, including lights. *Please note that trees must be non-partisan/non-political/non-offensive. Religious or any secular themes are allowed.
  • It is responsible for transporting and finishing the tree.

Decoration Budget: Maximum $1500

 Optional Decoration Service: $1500 (if you want SHS to handle the decoration)


Contest Prizes:

  • 1st Place Winner will be entered into nomination to be a SHS 2025 Heritage Ball Honoree.
  • 2nd Place Winner receives $250

Participation Fee: $50

  • Payment should be made via check made out to the Smithtown Historical Society.
  • Checks should be mailed to 239 East Main Street, Smithtown, NY 11787.

Deadline to Submit Application: November 30th

Deadline to Decorate: December 18th


Contact officemanager@smithtownhistorical.org or 631-265-6768 for an application or for more information. 

 

Details

Start:
November 19, 2024
End:
December 18, 2024
Cost:
$50

Organizer

Smithtown Historical Society
Phone
631-265-6768
Email
education@smithtownhistorical.org
View Organizer Website
Holiday Trail of Lights
Dec. 20-22 (from 5:30-8:30 PM)
Step into the holiday spirit on our dazzling Holiday Trail of Lights! Stroll through a beautifully illuminated pathway featuring festive Holiday Trees from our Tree Contest, sparkling lights, and whimsical decorations. Warm up with delicious food and drinks from local vendors, enjoy live music and photos with Santa, and roast marshmallows over a cozy fire as you make memories with family and friends. It’s the perfect way to celebrate the season—don’t miss this enchanting, family-friendly event! Rain dates on Dec. 23 and 24th. 

Parking: On Grounds: 239 East Main Street, Smithtown, NY 11787

Tickets: $10/Person (Kids under 3 free)
Tickets available on Eventbrite or at our Info Booth during the event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1077603273399?aff=oddtdtcreator

If you are interested in participating in our Holiday Tree Contest, please contact our office at 631-265-6768 or officemanager@smithtownhistorical.org for more information and to receive an application. 

Details

Date:
December 22, 2024
Time:
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Cost:
$10
Website:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1077603273399?aff=oddtdtcreator

Venue

Smithtown Historical Society Grounds
239 E Main St
Smithtown, NY 11787 United States
+ Google Map
Phone
(631) 265-6768
View Venue Website

Organizer

Smithtown Historical Society
Phone
631-265-6768
Email
education@smithtownhistorical.org
View Organizer Website
Holiday Trail of Lights
Dec. 20-22 (from 5:30-8:30 PM)
Step into the holiday spirit on our dazzling Holiday Trail of Lights! Stroll through a beautifully illuminated pathway featuring festive Holiday Trees from our Tree Contest, sparkling lights, and whimsical decorations. Warm up with delicious food and drinks from local vendors, enjoy live music and photos with Santa, and roast marshmallows over a cozy fire as you make memories with family and friends. It’s the perfect way to celebrate the season—don’t miss this enchanting, family-friendly event! Rain dates on Dec. 23 and 24th. 

Parking: On Grounds: 239 East Main Street, Smithtown, NY 11787

Tickets: $10/Person (Kids under 3 free)
Tickets available on Eventbrite or at our Info Booth during the event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1077603273399?aff=oddtdtcreator

If you are interested in participating in our Holiday Tree Contest, please contact our office at 631-265-6768 or officemanager@smithtownhistorical.org for more information and to receive an application. 

Details

Date:
December 21, 2024
Time:
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Cost:
$10
Website:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1077603273399?aff=oddtdtcreator

Venue

Smithtown Historical Society Grounds
239 E Main St
Smithtown, NY 11787 United States
+ Google Map
Phone
(631) 265-6768
View Venue Website

Organizer

Smithtown Historical Society
Phone
631-265-6768
Email
education@smithtownhistorical.org
View Organizer Website
Holiday Trail of Lights
Dec. 20-22 (from 5:30-8:30 PM)
Step into the holiday spirit on our dazzling Holiday Trail of Lights! Stroll through a beautifully illuminated pathway featuring festive Holiday Trees from our Tree Contest, sparkling lights, and whimsical decorations. Warm up with delicious food and drinks from local vendors, enjoy live music and photos with Santa, and roast marshmallows over a cozy fire as you make memories with family and friends. It’s the perfect way to celebrate the season—don’t miss this enchanting, family-friendly event! Rain dates on Dec. 23 and 24th. 

Parking: On Grounds: 239 East Main Street, Smithtown, NY 11787

Tickets: $10/Person (Kids under 3 free)
Tickets available on Eventbrite or at our Info Booth during the event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1077603273399?aff=oddtdtcreator

If you are interested in participating in our Holiday Tree Contest, please contact our office at 631-265-6768 or officemanager@smithtownhistorical.org for more information and to receive an application. 

Details

Date:
December 20, 2024
Time:
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Cost:
$10
Website:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1077603273399?aff=oddtdtcreator

Venue

Smithtown Historical Society Grounds
239 E Main St
Smithtown, NY 11787 United States
+ Google Map
Phone
(631) 265-6768
View Venue Website

Organizer

Smithtown Historical Society
Phone
631-265-6768
Email
education@smithtownhistorical.org
View Organizer Website
Holiday Luncheon
(Dec. 6th at 12:30 PM)
Indulge in a scrumptious buffet lunch with good friends in our beautiful, historic Brush Barn. Raffle tickets to win festive holiday wreaths are available. Drawing will be made on Dec. 22nd at our Holiday of Lights event.
$30/Person
*Payment should be made via check made out to the Smithtown Historical Society (mailed to 239 East Main Street, Smithtown, NY 11787)
Reservations are required. Contact officemanager@smithtownhistorical.org or 631-265-6768 to RSVP and for more information. 

Details

Date:
December 6, 2024
Time:
12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
Cost:
$30

Venue

Frank Brush Barn
211 E Main St
Smithtown, NY 11787 United States
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Phone
(631) 265-6768
View Venue Website

Organizer

Smithtown Historical Society
Phone
631-265-6768
Email
education@smithtownhistorical.org
View Organizer Website

The Smithtown Historical Society invites you to join us at our 21st Annual Heritage Ball on November 6th at 6 PM at the Watermill Restaurant in Smithtown. 

6 PM – Cocktails and Raffles

7 PM – Dinner followed by speeches and dancing

We will be honoring the hard work and dedication to community causes -including to the SHS- of our 2024 Honorees: 

  • -Gary Carpenter (Rockwell Award)
  • -Nancy Garguilo (Cornelia Smith Butler Community Service Award)
  • – Nancy Vallarella (Partnership in History Award)

Cost:

  • $125/person
  • Reserved tables of 12 – $1,375
  • Reserved tables of 14 – $1,500

 

 

 

Details

Date:
November 6, 2024
Time:
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Cost:
$125

Organizer

Smithtown Historical Society
Phone
631-265-6768
Email
education@smithtownhistorical.org
View Organizer Website

 

Family-Friendly Spooky Woods and Trick O’ Treat

 

Be thrilled at our brand-new “Family-Friendly Spooky Woods and Trick O’ Treat” event on October 25, 26, 27, 30, and 31 from 5:30-8:30 PM! Take a spooktacular walk through our new haunted trail; little ones will have a great time seeing our Halloween display on one side and our farm animals on the other. Enjoy trick o’ treating and say hi to craft and food vendors (and maybe some jolly ghosts) at this unique Halloween experience for the entire family. 
PARKING:
Parking is located on our grounds at 239 East Main Street, Smithtown, NY 11787.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/z7qQKFXGRRiMhvn77
TICKETS:
Tickets are $10 each (children under 3 free).
Tickets can be purchased at the Info Booth on the night of the event or in advance at Eventbrite. (See link below.)
VOLUNTEERS, SPONSORS, & VENDORS:
Interested in getting involved with our Family-Friendly Spooky Woods & Trick O’ Treat event? Message us at 631-265-6768 or at officemanager@smithtownhistorical.org to learn about volunteer positions (including actor spots), sponsorship opportunities, or to become a vendor! Volunteer applications available at: https://smithtownhistorical.org/volunteer-opportunities/.

Details

Date:
October 25, 2024
Time:
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Cost:
$10
Website:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/family-friendly-spooky-woods-trick-o-treat-tickets-999627030357?aff=oddtdtcreator

Venue

Smithtown Historical Society Grounds
239 E Main St
Smithtown, NY 11787 United States
+ Google Map
Phone
(631) 265-6768
View Venue Website

Organizer

Smithtown Historical Society
Phone
631-265-6768
Email
education@smithtownhistorical.org
View Organizer Website

 

Family-Friendly Spooky Woods and Trick O’ Treat

 

Be thrilled at our brand-new “Family-Friendly Spooky Woods and Trick O’ Treat” event on October 25, 26, 27, 30, and 31 from 5:30-8:30 PM! Take a spooktacular walk through our new haunted trail; little ones will have a great time seeing our Halloween display on one side and our farm animals on the other. Enjoy trick o’ treating and say hi to craft and food vendors (and maybe some jolly ghosts) at this unique Halloween experience for the entire family. 
PARKING:
Parking is located on our grounds at 239 East Main Street, Smithtown, NY 11787.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/z7qQKFXGRRiMhvn77
TICKETS:
Tickets are $10 each (children under 3 free).
Tickets can be purchased at the Info Booth on the night of the event or in advance at Eventbrite. (See link below.)
VOLUNTEERS, SPONSORS, & VENDORS:
Interested in getting involved with our Family-Friendly Spooky Woods & Trick O’ Treat event? Message us at 631-265-6768 or at officemanager@smithtownhistorical.org to learn about volunteer positions (including actor spots), sponsorship opportunities, or to become a vendor! Volunteer applications available at: https://smithtownhistorical.org/volunteer-opportunities/.

Details

Date:
October 26, 2024
Time:
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Cost:
$10
Website:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/family-friendly-spooky-woods-trick-o-treat-tickets-999627030357?aff=oddtdtcreator

Venue

Smithtown Historical Society Grounds
239 E Main St
Smithtown, NY 11787 United States
+ Google Map
Phone
(631) 265-6768
View Venue Website

Organizer

Smithtown Historical Society
Phone
631-265-6768
Email
education@smithtownhistorical.org
View Organizer Website

Together with Steppin’ Out Ponies and Petting Zoo, the Smithtown Historical Society brings you:

45 minutes of Yoga followed by 15 minutes of Photo-ops and a Play Session to cool down

2 sessions to choose from: 5:30-6:30 PM and 6:45-7:45 PM

Guided by Doreen & assisted by goats and alpacas!

BYO yoga mat, water, and an open mind!

 

Children 7 and up welcome with a parent/guardian.

For more information, call the Smithtown Historical Society at 631-265-6768 or email us at info@smithtownhistorical.org

 

Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/goat-yoga-2024-tickets-828871205087?aff=oddtdtcreator

*Only available through Eventbrite.

 

Location: Near the Frank Brush Barn, 211 East Main Street, Smithtown, NY 11787.

 

REFUNDS / TRANSFERS:

*Please note that for this event, attendees can transfer their tickets to another session, i.e. date and/or time (prior to the start of the original purchased session) by going to their account, selecting tickets, and then clicking “transfer” on the right-hand side of the screen. Likewise, a refund can be requested by going to account, tickets, and then “Request a Refund”. Tickets cannot be refunded or transferred to another session after the event has already started.

Details

Date:
July 5, 2024
Time:
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Cost:
$35
Website:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/goat-yoga-2024-tickets-828871205087?aff=oddtdtcreator

Venue

Frank Brush Barn
211 E Main St
Smithtown, NY 11787 United States
+ Google Map
Phone
(631) 265-6768
View Venue Website

Together with Steppin’ Out Ponies and Petting Zoo, the Smithtown Historical Society brings you:

45 minutes of Yoga followed by 15 minutes of Photo-ops and a Play Session to cool down

2 sessions to choose from: 5:30-6:30 PM and 6:45-7:45 PM

Guided by Doreen & assisted by goats and alpacas!

BYO yoga mat, water, and an open mind!

 

Children 7 and up welcome with a parent/guardian.

For more information, call the Smithtown Historical Society at 631-265-6768 or email us at info@smithtownhistorical.org

 

Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/goat-yoga-2024-tickets-828871205087?aff=oddtdtcreator

*Only available through Eventbrite.

 

Location: Near the Frank Brush Barn, 211 East Main Street, Smithtown, NY 11787.

 

REFUNDS / TRANSFERS:

*Please note that for this event, attendees can transfer their tickets to another session, i.e. date and/or time (prior to the start of the original purchased session) by going to their account, selecting tickets, and then clicking “transfer” on the right-hand side of the screen. Likewise, a refund can be requested by going to account, tickets, and then “Request a Refund”. Tickets cannot be refunded or transferred to another session after the event has already started.

Details

Date:
July 24, 2024
Time:
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Cost:
$35
Website:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/goat-yoga-2024-tickets-828871205087?aff=oddtdtcreator

Venue

Frank Brush Barn
211 E Main St
Smithtown, NY 11787 United States
+ Google Map
Phone
(631) 265-6768
View Venue Website