OnTheGreen

The initial development phase to convert the old School #1 property into Schoolhouse Green began with Groundbreaking on October 12, 2000. Since that date, the property has been transformed from an abandoned school site into what has increasingly becoming a vital, living center of the Oceanside community.

Phase One of development included removal of old

asphalt and dead trees. A grant arranged through

the office of our good friend, Senator Dean Skelos,

propelled the project forward!

Phase Two of the construction involved adding topsoil, installing irrigation, leveling and seeding. Fencing was added to the property with the help of numerous able- bodied community volunteers including Steve Kriss, Bobby Schloth, Keith Pearsall, Tony Iovini and Bob Transom!

Schoolhouse Green continues to emerge as a

central area where our community can congregate,

mingle and relax. On September 11, 2002, it served

as a place for the community to gather, grieve and

remember at a commemorative service and dedication

of a 9/11 Memorial Garden. Each year, the Boy Scouts

help weed the garden.

Community members and organizations have planted trees for special occasions or to remember deceased relatives and friends. Visit Trees...planted with love.

In Spring, 2002, The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce inaugurated its first Country Crafts Fair on the Green. The Fair is held each Spring and Fall. The next Fair will be Saturday, June 25, 2005. The Department of Community Activities holds many of its events on the Green - including the Halloween Happening.

The completed site will include a 19th Century schoolhouse and

gallery structure to display the history of Oceanside. Oceanside

High graduate, Robert Iger, made a generous donation toward

this project.

The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce Country Craft Fair came to the Green on Saturday, June 25! The weather was gorgeous and a good time was had by all! For some photos, CLICK HERE.

.Oceanside

Founder's Day Fair

June 24, 2006

10 am to 5 pm

sponsored y the

Oceanside Chamber of Commerce

Arts & Crafts General Merchandise

Antiques & Collectibles Food

Entertainment & More

Oceanside Kiwanis

Super Bowl PANCAKE BREAKFAST

February 4, 2007

St. Anthony's Cafeteria

co-sponsored with the Oceanside

Department of Community Activities

KIWANIS

EGG HUNT

Saturday March 24,2007

The event was held in the Castleton Court Gym due to wet conditions on the Green. But eggs were rolling, the Easter Bunny was hopping and chocolate prizes went to those who picked up a lucky egg in their baskets!