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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...
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...
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.
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.
Great South Bay Music Festival 2024 Brings Rock, Jam, & Reggae Favorites To Long Island [Photos]
Great South Bay Music Festival returned to Shorefront Park in Patchogue, NY over the weekend for four days of music featuring an eclectic mix of rock, jam, and reggae artists. The festival’s daily schedule was organized by genre, offering something for every type of music lover. Thursday, July 18th, kicked off the event with a guitar-heavy lineup showcasing the talents of blues rock guitarist Joe Bonamassa. Jim Messina brought a nostalgic touch with his classic hits, while young prodigy Brandon “Taz” Niederauer impressed with his energetic performance. Kerry Kearney added to the mix with his blues-infused rock, and other notable acts kept the momentum going, making for an electrifying start to the festival.
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.
The sign’s up! Chick-fil-A coming soon to Farmingville
Greater Ronkonkoma coverage is funded in part by The Core Station Yards, now leasing brand-new apartment homes in Ronkonkoma. Click here to book your in-person tour today. Chick-fil-A’s footprint on Long Island is getting bigger. The fast-food chicken chain is set to open a new location in Farmingville later...
Twisted Greek In East Northport Earns Rave Reviews
Twisted Greek – located in East Northport at 1972 Jericho Turnpike – opened in late May 2024. Its menu boasts a number of Greek-inspired offerings, including pork, chicken, or beef and lamb gyros with pita bread, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and tzatziki sauce. Diners can also opt for the...
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.
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).
Local musicians shine at open mic day
Singers and musicians of all ages showcased their talents at Open Mic Day in the Park on Saturday, July 20, in Port Jefferson Station. The event, which was hosted by the Port Jefferson Station/Terryville Chamber of Commerce, gave bands and singers a chance to perform on stage at the Train Car Park.
Uncle Joe’s officially opens in former Wading River Pizza location
Uncle Joe’s Famous Pizzeria now counts four locations on Long Island. The Hamptons-based pizzeria company announced the takeover of Wading River Pizza in Wading River this winter. As of May, it has officially rebranded it as Uncle Joe’s, offering to-go and full sit-down dining services. Led by Tana...
Inca’s Peruvian Cuisine Opens In Sound Beach
Inca’s Peruvian Cuisine – located in the Brookhaven hamlet of Sound Beach at 157 Whitestone Road – held its soft opening in early July 2024. As the name implies, the eatery’s menu boasts a number of Peruvian-inspired dishes, like the bistec a lo pobre: grilled skirt steak marinated with chimichurri sauce, served with a fried egg, plantain, and fries.
‘A Noble Art’ — William Sidney Mount’s portraits take center stage at the Long Island Museum
Art is more than a communion between artist and audience. It is a point of entry into understanding the past, assessing the present, and perhaps even informing the future. A Noble Art: A New Look at the Portraits of William Sidney Mount on display at Long Island Museum’s Art Museum (LIM) through December 15, examines this dynamic through a 27-piece exhibit.
Centereach High School and Newfield High School artists honored with SCALA scholarships
Centereach High School artist, Alexandra Cesa, and Newfield High School artist, Catarina Pacheco, have been awarded $100 scholarships from the Suffolk County Art Alliance Association. This prestigious honor recognizes the outstanding artistic talents of these students. “Alexandra and Catarina have demonstrated remarkable growth and vision in their artistic journeys,” said...
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...
Chilean world music artist Pablo Araneda to enchant Long Island audiences
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 dream began at his family’s dining room table in Santiago, Chile. A young Pablo Araneda intently...
Supreme Philly Cheesesteaks to be replaced by taco eatery in 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. Babylon Village has lost its go-to Philadelphia-style cheesesteak joint. Supreme Philly Cheesesteaks, founded by Plainview’s Jerry Paiaros in...
Training Secrets from Peter Thomas Lawrence of Hauppauge, NY: How to Excel in CrossFit
Peter Thomas Lawrence of Hauppauge, NY, is renowned in the CrossFit community for his exceptional athletic abilities and dedication to the sport. Known for completing the infamous “Murph Challenge” three times between 2019-2021, his journey from a novice to a seasoned CrossFit athlete is filled with valuable insights and training secrets that can help others excel in this high-intensity fitness regimen. In this article, we’ll uncover some of Peter’s most effective training strategies, routines, and tips for achieving success in CrossFit.
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