March Membership Meeting
Join us for our March Membership Meeting at NOSH Delivers (11 Hill Street, Glen Cove). We’ll have a short business meeting to about the plans for 2025 and details on our annual “Spring in Bloom” event. After our meeting, we’ll be moving and grooving to help NOSH fill bags that they will deliver to children in food insecure households. Gold Coast Business Association members care about their community!
RSVP to help us plan!
Business in Bloom 2025
Join us for our annual Business in Bloom event at The Market on March 26th!
National BBQ Festival at Eisenhower Park
The Ultimate BBQ Showdown is Back – and We Want YOU!
After a decade-long break, the National BBQ Festival is back and this time it’s coming to Eisenhower Park. Join us for three days of smoky, savory, and unforgettable fun—and we’re calling on local businesses, food trucks, restaurants, vendors, and sponsors to be part of the action.
Looking to showcase your business? Secure your spot as a vendor or sponsor and connect with 20,000+ attendees from across Long Island and beyond.
Think you’ve got what it takes to compete? Join the BBQ showdown in categories like whole hog, brisket, chicken, ribs, pork, and ancillaries including wings, meatballs, steak, and double steak. Compete for $100,000 in prizes and BBQ glory!
Not competing? No problem! Come enjoy legendary pitmasters, live music, local brews, family-friendly fun, and, of course, world-class BBQ. Tickets on sale 3/1/25.
Spots are filling fast, so don’t miss out! Learn more and sign up today:
nationalbbqfest.com
*This is not a GCBA hosted event, but one we think members might be interested in.
January Mixer & Elections
Join us for the first meeting of 2025. We’ll review upcoming events in the works, website & financial updates, and hosting our election.
Food and beverages will be available for purchase.
Election Slate
Below is the current slate of nominees for Board Officer positions.
President - Scott Borow, Intention Wealth Management
Vice President - Dawn Costello, Elliman
Treasurer - Jeannie Ricardo, Better Water
Secretary - Kathy Scalzo, Backyard Bees
If you are interested in running for office on the Gold Coast Business Association Board or would like to join the Board in general, please let us know by Friday of this week (1/17/25) by emailing goldcoastbusinessassociationli@gmail.com.
Free Workshops: Finance, Marketing & Computer Systems from the Nassau County Chamber of Commerce
Free Marketing, Finance & Computer Workshops from the Nassau County Chamber of Commerce
Glen Head Christmas Tree Lighting 2024
Join us for the Glen Head Christmas Tree Lighting @ Glen Head LIRR Train Station!
First Annual Car Show
The Gold Coast Business Association is hosting the First Annual Car Show! It will be held in the Glen Head LIRR parking lot. In addition to the cars and lots of people who come to check them out, there will be food and drinks for sale and local vendors.
Bring your favorite car aficionado and enjoy refreshments from the American Legion.
Bring a canned good for NOSH and get a treat from Coco!
How Can Your Business Get Involved?
SPONSORSHIPS
Sponsorships: All sponsors will be mentioned in newspaper ads, signage and recognized throughout the event. Funds will go to food & beverage, signage, prizes and advertising.
Sponsorship Levels: $250, $500, $750. Honorable Mentions $100.
VENDORS
Vendors are essential to making this event a success! With the holiday shopping season just around the corner, this is the perfect opportunity to showcase your business and connect with a lively crowd.
Vendor fee $50/business. Bring your own tent and table.
VOLUNTEERS
We need a few volunteers to help out for a few hours in the morning for set up, and at the end for breakdown.
FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO SIGN UP
Please call Jeannie Riccardo for further information at 516.860.5176 or email at BETTERWATERNY@GMAIL.COM
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for “Dreams West”
Dreams West is excited to announce its grand opening on Long Island! This special event will celebrate a new milestone and showcase the offerings of the company. Attendees will have the opportunity to network with the community and the Dreams West team. Join in the celebration and witness the unveiling of a new vision for creativity and excellence.
Membership Meeting @ Jeanine's American Bistro
Join us at American Bistro for our October meeting! Enjoy a delightful evening filled with delicious food, engaging networking opportunities, and much-needed merriment. This is the perfect occasion to connect with fellow members, share ideas, and strengthen relationships in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Whether you're looking to collaborate, learn, or simply unwind, this gathering promises to be a memorable experience.
Dinner to be served. Cash bar.
Outdoor Open House & Fair
Glen Head outdoor open house and fair at the parking lot next to First National Bank.
Booths are available through Roxanne at Tranquil 2 Go.
Community Town Hall Meeting
Community Town Hall Meeting @ North Shore High School Auditorium.
Come and learn more about the proposed Jupiter lithium battery facility and high voltage cables project and how it will impact businesses & local homeowners.
Bring your questions and concerns in regards to Jupiter Lithium Battery Facility and Propel NY High Voltage Cables.
(Health and safety, property values, taxes, construction)
This will affect all of us!
Town of Oyster Bay | Town of North Hempstead
Glen Head, Glenwood Landing, Sea Cliff, Glen Cove, East Hills, Roslyn, Roslyn Heights, Greenvale, Brookville, Old Brookville, and all other towns within.
Glen Cove Networking Event
Chamber Membership Meeting at Hooked & Battered.
Purchase Tickets HERE! https://www.glencovechamber.org/event-5870317
Business In Bloom, Honoring Our Non-Profit Organizations
Please join the Gold Coast Business Association at a dinner dance honoring our local Non-Profit Gold Coast Organizations who continuously give back to our community.
Enjoy dinner , network, and dance the night away with the Gold Coast Business Association, your local community members, business owners and non-profits. A great way to spend an evening!
Networking Breakfast @ Honeys Bistro
Come and check out one of our community's newest spots, learn about what the Gold Coast Business Association has planned for an awesome 2024, and network with your fellow community business owners.
Glen Head Christmas Tree Lighting
Join us for the Glen Head Christmas Tree Lighting @ Glen Head LIRR Train Station
5:30 - 6:00 - Musical performances by North Shore High School Band and Willow
6:00 - Santa and his elves arrive via fire truck courtesy of the Glenwood Fire Company for the official tree lighting. After the tree has been lit, Santa and his elves will be available to visit with children and hear their Christmas wishes.
Harvest Moon Cocktail Gathering
Please join us at our Harvest Moon Cocktail Gathering, an evening of networking and celebration as we embrace the spirit of the season. We are planning an enchanting night under the autumn sky, where fruitful connections, new opportunities and meaningful conversations await.
Sand to Sunset Toast to Summer
The Sunset Club at Tappen Beach
494 Prospect Avenue in Sea Cliff
$15/per person (includes snacks, cash only)
Full menu and cash bar available separately
Live Music!
