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100 years: Join in on a Century Award celebration for Northport Shipwreck Diner
The Northport Shipwreck Diner is 100 years old. On August 15 at 6pm, the Northport Historical Society will present the Century Award in honor of the iconic diner’s 100th anniversary. Join loyal customers and community members in the Shipwreck’s courtyard for a buffet-style dinner and drinks to celebrate the diner’s rich history.
Paranormal Cirque III heads to Smith Haven Mall Aug. 1 to 4
The circus is back in town but this time the adults will have all the fun. Paranormal Cirque III arrives at the Smith Haven Mall in Lake Grove from August 1 to 4 featuring a brand new show for mature audiences. The circus will once again be under the big...
The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame to Induct Trio of DJ Hip-Hop Legends
The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame (LIMEHOF) will induct legendary hip-hop artists Davy DMX (Run-DMC, Kurtis Blow, The Fat Boys), DJ Hurricane (The Beastie Boys) and DJ Jazzy Jay (Def Jam) on August 24th at 7:30pm at their Stony Brook museum location (97 Main Street, Stony Brook, NY). The three are planning to perform and will be joined by LIMEHOF inductee DJ Johnny Juice (Public Enemy) who will also be performing.
Horse spotted hanging out in Islip pub: Humane Long Island
ISLIP, N.Y. (PIX11) – A horse was seen hanging out by the bar in a Long Island restaurant over the weekend, according to Humane Long Island. The horse was spotted inside The Harp & Hound at 528 Main St. in Islip, according to social media posts obtained by the humane society. One of the photos showed the horse standing with multiple partons by the bar.
Wild Fork Foods Announces Grand Opening of New Plainview, NY Location
Wild Fork Foods has announced the grand opening of a new location at 409 S Oyster Bay Road in Plainview, NY. Wild Fork’s third Long Island location, a 4,700 square foot store within the Woodbury Plaza shopping center, opened their doors to the public last week. Wild Fork Foods...
Scenes from Patchogue’s penultimate Alive After Five of 2024
Greater Patchogue coverage is funded in part by New Village at Patchogue, open-concept rental residences with sleek contemporary design. Click here for a tour. Downtown Patchogue was packed for the third installment of its Alive After Five on Thursday. For the uninitiated, Alive After Five, run by the Greater Patchogue...
Loyal Pit Bull Watches His Best Friend Get Adopted, Now After 5 Years it’s His Turn!
There are animal shelters and rescues around the globe that are dedicated to the care and adoption of their furry residents, but few animal advocates are as committed as the Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter is to their long-term residents like Bear. This patient Pit Bull has been waiting for over five years to find his perfect forever home–or even a foster home–but his opportunity is about to be taken away.
Two Long Islanders claim $1 million lottery prizes
Greater Sayville coverage is funded in part by The Shed, your scratch kitchen for brunch and dinner daily at 21 Main St. in West Sayville. An Oakdale woman and a Valley Stream man each claimed $1 million lottery prizes this week, New York Lottery officials announced. Jessica Dull of Oakdale...
Tanger Outlets Deer Park Celebrates Families with Back-to-School Luau, Aug. 10
Tanger Outlets Deer Park invites shoppers to say Aloha to the school season with its Back-to-School Luau on Saturday, Aug. 10 from 1 – 3 p.m. While shopping the latest looks and best deals from top brands including Nike, Crocs, J. Crew and Gap, families can celebrate with an array of fun-filled activities, games and giveaways and learn how to hula from traditional Polynesian dancers. TangerClub Gold & Platinum Members can enjoy a complimentary frozen tropical treat.
Chicken Hill Country Picnic and BBQ returns to Setauket Aug. 17
A fun family event that celebrates a forgotten part of the history of the Three Villages. Tickets are now on sale for the Three Village Community Trust’s 9th annual Chicken Hill BBQ, a genuine old-fashioned country picnic to be held on the lawn of the Bruce House and the Rubber Factory Worker Houses, 148 Main St., Setauket on Saturday, Aug. 17 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Photos that bring the world to Sea Cliff
The Sea Cliff Arts Council is currently featuring an evocative new exhibit by Kat DiResta, the council’s co-chair, showcasing her travel photography. This exhibit marks DiResta’s first solo show, a culmination of a lifelong passion for capturing moments from her travels around the globe. DiResta’s interest in photography...
Showtime! South Bay Cinemas reopens in West Babylon
Greater Babylon coverage is funded in part by The Argyle Theatre, where Broadway comes to Babylon. Click here for tickets to ‘Bye Bye Birdie,’ performing July 11 through Sept. 1. The long-awaited return of South Bay Cinemas is finally here. The independent theater, located at 495 W. Montauk...
Paw Prints: Meet Ruffles, Russet, Tuna, Caesar, Daisy Mae and Cricket!
Welcome to the 31st edition of Paw Prints, a monthly column for animal lovers dedicated to helping shelter pets find their furever home. This no frills, frilly girl is Ruffles, a nine year old Havanese mix up for adoption at Little Shelter in Huntington. Finally finding herself on solid footing, she’s slowly learning to trust in her future and the possibility of a real home. Starting to accept all the well-deserved attention coming her way, she can often be seen settled into someone’s lap, enjoying pets and idle conversation. Full of feminism and flair, she’s poised to become the most delightful companion and loyal friend, given the opportunity of time and patience. Stop by to meet Ruffles and see the possibilities! 631-368-8770, ext. 21.
Sea Glass Festival at Cold Spring Harbor’s Whaling Museum is a big success
One of the great things about living on an island is the never-ending access to seashells, driftwood and sea glass. To showcase authentic sea glass and delve deeper into the history and origin surrounding the beauty of beach glass, The Whaling Museum & Education Center in Cold Spring Harbor held its annual Sea Glass Festival Sunday, July 21.
LIMEHOF Presents Free “Beatles on the Balcony” Concert Featuring The Liverpool Shuffle, July 28th, 2pm
The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame (LIMEHOF) will hold a free concert entitled “Beatles on the Balcony” featuring The Liverpool Shuffle (a popular Long Island based Beatles tribute band) on July 28th at 2pm at LIMEHOF’s Stony Brook museum location (97 Main Street, Stony Brook, NY).
Paranormal Cirque Comes To Lake Grove!
This creepy, almost “haunted” circus is making a few stops on Long Island. You may see the big tent set up at Smithhaven Mall during the summer months, that features amazing performers and fun for the whole family...well this experience targets a different audience. You must be over 17-years-old to step foot into this paranormal world. The “creatures” you’ll see underneath this tent are highly trained and have amazing circus abilities. This show is definitely not for the faint of heart. If you scare easily, it may not be for you. You be the judge and watch the video below!
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