Celebrating 14 Years of a Cherished Tradition
Evening
of Tastings
Thursday, October 22, 2026
Join the Friends of the Glen Cove Youth Board for an evening of tastings, food, music, dancing, casino tables, and community — all benefiting the City of Glen Cove Youth Bureau.
A Glen Cove Tradition
An Evening That Brings Our Community Together
For 14 years, Evening of Tastings has brought together neighbors, local businesses, supporters, and friends for a memorable night benefiting the Glen Cove Youth Bureau.
Guests can enjoy a light buffet, tastings from participating vendors, music and dancing, and the excitement of casino-style tables — all while helping expand opportunities for Glen Cove youth.
Event Ticket
Thursday, October 22, 2026
6:30 PM–9:30 PM
The Metropolitan
3 Pratt Blvd
Glen Cove, NY 11542
Tastings & Vendors
Sample, Socialize and Support
Evening of Tastings brings together a variety of participating vendors and community partners, giving guests the opportunity to sample offerings, connect with neighbors, and enjoy a relaxed evening out.
The event celebrates the businesses and supporters who help make the Friends' work possible throughout the year.
What to Expect
More Than Just a Tasting
This annual event combines food, entertainment, community, and fundraising into one memorable evening.
Sample selections from participating vendors and community partners.
Enjoy a light buffet while spending time with friends and fellow supporters.
Stay for the music, dancing, and a fun evening with the Glen Cove community.
Enjoy casino-style games as part of the evening's entertainment.
Casino Night Fun
Try Your Luck
Guests can gather around the casino tables for an added element of fun while enjoying the evening with friends and community supporters.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Partner With the Friends
Sponsorships help make Evening of Tastings possible while directly supporting programs and opportunities for Glen Cove youth.
Sponsor recognition, 10 tickets to the event, and name on a leaf of the Friendship Tree at the Youth Center.
Sponsor recognition, 8 tickets to the event, and name on a leaf of the Friendship Tree at the Youth Center.
Sponsor recognition, 4 tickets to the event, and name on a leaf of the Friendship Tree at the Youth Center.
Sponsor recognition, 2 tickets to the event, and name on a leaf of the Friendship Tree at the Youth Center.
Sponsor recognition.
Support the Friends and help strengthen youth programs in Glen Cove.
A meaningful way to help support the work of the Friends of the Glen Cove Youth Board.
Community
A Night With Friends
Evening of Tastings is as much about community as it is about fundraising. It gives supporters a chance to reconnect, meet new people, and celebrate everything the Glen Cove Youth Bureau does for local youth.
Past Event Highlights
A Look Back at Evening of Tastings
Event photography shown courtesy of Gill Associates Photography.
2026 Invitation
Save the Date
Thursday, October 22, 2026
6:30 PM–9:30 PM
The Metropolitan
3 Pratt Blvd, Glen Cove
Tickets: $100
Tickets, Sponsorships & Donations
Join Us in Supporting Glen Cove Youth
Online ticket and sponsorship payment will be available here once the secure PayPal setup is finalized. Donations may still be made through the Donate links throughout the site.
Pay by Check
Make checks payable to:
Friends of the Glen Cove Youth Board
128B Glen Street
Glen Cove, New York 11542