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| 44th EDITION FOJJH E-NEWSLETTER |
August 2012
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Summer History Adventure Days
SPACE STILL AVAILABLE!
August 6th - 10th
I Love New York: History of the Empire State
History Adventure Days run Mondays to Fridays, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. For children entering 2nd - 7th grade. Cost is $250 per week. 10% discount for members of Friends of John Jay Homestead.
Daily rates are available.
More information and registration forms
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 Take a Hike! The Natural Wonders of John Jay Homestead Wednesday, August 8, 10 am - 1 pm Explore the natural landscape of John Jay Homestead from its meadows, pond and wooded areas to its butterfly and bee habitats. Take a light hike with the Westchester Land Trust, enjoy this spectacular property and learn why John Jay Homestead is a special place for Westchester and not just for its rich history!
Registration is not required and the program is free to the public.
Meet at the main parking lot near the Herb Garden.
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 Farm 2 Fork Dinner at John Jay Homestead Saturday, August 18th, 7pm Chef Lesley Sutter, formerly of the Flying Pig, will delight a small group of guests with her masterfully prepared luxury cuisine paired with fine wines from Oregon's Lumos Wine Company. For more information and to purchase tickets: |
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History Under the Stars
Overnight Camping at John Jay Homestead Saturday, August 18 - Sunday, August 19
6pm to 10am
Experience an exciting overnight adventure! Bring a tent, a picnic, and your flashlight, and join us for colonial crafts, a campfire, a tour of the historic house, and an overnight camping experience. No tent? No problem! Our 19th century barn will be available for those with a bedroll. Admission charge: $60 per family, $50 for Friends Members. Advance registration and deposit required, call the Education Department at 914-232-5651 ext 101.
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 Cool Off this Summer in the Beech Allée!
Come walk through the newly groomed Beech Allée at the Homestead. Enormous beech trees line the old estate drive, creating a spectacular canopy for the carriages that brought the Jays and their guests to the main house. The beech trees were planted in the mid-19th century by John Jay's grandson, John Jay II. To find the Allée, walk to the left of the circular drive and look for the information plaque. |
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Farm Market at John Jay Homestead 
Saturdays 9 - 1pm
The John Jay Homestead Farm Market has kicked off its second year. This independent market is open every Saturday from 9am to 1pm through October 13th and offers both organic and conventional produce, fruit harvested by select local farmers, and other local products. For more information, including a list of vendors:
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 Have your party at John Jay Homestead with the famous Swimming Pigs!
This year, our famous Swimming Pigs will be available at the Homestead on Sunday, September 16th for two parties. Please call the Friends at 232-8119 for more information.
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BECOME A MEMBER
As a member of Friends of John Jay Homestead, you:
- Become a steward of a priceless national treasure, helping to preserve and restore the historic house, grounds and outbuildings
- Enable our educational programs to reach more than 5,000 school children each year
- Support the schedule of programs and events that has made the Homestead a vital center of recreational, cultural and community activities
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To learn more about membership,
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