Councilman Hand Announces Free Musical Performances at Local Libraries for October and November

Oyster Bay Town Councilman Tom Hand announced that the Distinguished Artists Concert Series will return this October with free performances at local libraries throughout the Town.

“The Distinguished Artists Concert Series provides free musical programs for the enjoyment of our residents,” said Councilman Hand. “I encourage residents to take advantage of these wonderful performances offered by the Town for free at local libraries.”

Scheduled performances for October and November include:

• Something Special Big Band on Sunday, October 5, 2025 at 2:00 pm at the Hicksville Public Library – “Swinging in the 21^st Century!” One of the finest nostalgia/jazz swing bands in the New York-Tri-State area. 18-piece ensemble.
• 4 Ways From Sunday on Sunday, October 12, 2025 at 2:00 pm at the Bethpage Public Library – A lively program of time-tested classic hits from the 60’s, 70’s, and 80’s.
• Tom Pappas & The Gavrieli Trio on Saturday, October 18, 2025 at 2:00 pm at the Massapequa Public Library – Performing American standards and jazz.
• Just Sixties on Sunday, November 2, 2025 at 2:00 pm at the Hicksville Public Library – A multi-media retrospective of the 1960’s with sing-a-longs and trivia questions.
• Gino Di Napoli on Sunday, November 9, 2025 at 2:00 pm at the Bethpage Public Library – Gino sings “O Sole Mio,” “Quando, Quando, Quando,” “My Way,” and many, many more!
• The Golden Tone Orchestra on Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 2:00 pm at the Farmingdale Public Library – 18 musicians who have been playing jazz and swing standards for more than six decades.
• Gene Casey & The Lone Sharks on Sunday, November 16, 2025 at 1:00 pm at the Syosset Public Library – Local country, rockabilly legend Gene Casey and his musical entourage present a show of favorites and originals. Open to all. Free tickets required. Registration begins Oct. 22^nd. Visit: https://syosset.librarycalendar.com/events/month and select the date of the concert and register.
• Savannah Sky on Sunday, November 23, 2025 at 2:00 pm at the Bethpage Public Library – Playing the best of classic country, western swing, folk-rock, and so much more!

The Distinguished Artists Concert Series is sponsored by the Cultural and Performing Arts (CAPA) Division of the Town of Oyster Bay’s Department of Community & Youth Services. For the full concert schedule and further information, please call (516) 797-7925 or visit www.oysterbaytown.com/CAPA.