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-Photo Credit: Westhampton Free Library After just over a year without physical visitors, the Westhampton Free Library will be welcoming book lovers in-person again starting Monday, May 10. Since the pandemic hit, the…

'Blue Bloods' Films at Youngs Farm in Old Brookville

-Photo Credit: Youngs Farm The popular CBS show “Blue Bloods” recently shot its season 11 finale at a Long Island location. Old Brookville’s Youngs Farm has been used several times by the television industry for its…

Long Island’s First Selfie Studio Pops Up in Ronkonkoma

The perfect spot to capture Instagrammable photos has arrived on Long Island. PopUp Speakeasy Selfie Studio, located at 1860 Pond Road in Ronkonkoma, is dedicated to providing a unique photo experience. Ahead of the…

Health

Wildplay Adventure Park at Jones Beach Opens for Spring

-Photo Credit: Wildplay Wildplay Adventure Park at Jones Beach recently opened on April 16 for its third year at the esteemed state park. Wildplay offers plenty of beachside fun, from ziplines to massive jungle gyms,…

Health

Animal Shelter to be Built in Halesite/Huntington

On Tuesday, April 13, the Town of Huntington announced set plans to fund a new animal shelter on Creek Road in Halesite. Plans for this shelter include providing ADA-accessible facilities including 50 double-stall…

Bay Shore's Westfield South Shore Mall is getting an Aerie Location Soon

Last month, American Eagle Outfitters announced seven new Aerie locations to come, as well as two OFFLINE by Aerie locations, opening across the nation. Aerie, a sister store of American Eagle Outfitters, is opening one…

Ceci’s Arepa Joint Brings Great South American Cuisine to East Meadow

-Photo Credit: Ceci’s Arepa Ceci’s Arepa Joint, which held its grand opening in March of 2021 in East Meadow, is a great spot for genuine South American cuisine. Offering gourmet arepas, empanadas, and other fantastic…

Ginny Marie Schooner is Setting Sail in Port Jefferson for the 2021 Summer Season

The Ginny Marie Schooner is returning for its second season in the Port Jefferson Harbor. Commanded by Captain Brian Murphy, the Ginny Marie Schooner will offer cruises out of Harborfront Park seven days a week for up…

Long Island Spring and Summer Boating Safety Courses are Open

America’s Boating Club released a statement in late March, updating members and future Personalized Water Craft (PWC) owners and operators of new boat safety measures that have been put in place due to the passing of…

Philly Pretzel Factory is Giving Free Pretzels to LI Residents for Pretzel Day

-Photo Credit: Philly Pretzel Factory Philly Pretzel Factory is offering free pretzels on Monday, April 26, 2021, with no purchase necessary for all 10 of its Long Island locations. April 26 marks National Pretzel Day…

Ashley HomeStore in Patchogue Kicks off Grand Opening With Donation to Hope for Youth

Ashley HomeStore has recently celebrated a grand opening at its new Patchogue location. The sizable furnishing outlet opened in a big way by giving back to the Brookhaven community. A donation of 50 twin-sized beds was…

Shrimpy's Burrito Bar sees Success all over Long Island: East Islip Location Coming Soon

-Photo Credit: Shrimpy’s What started as a common dream among two childhood friends has manifested into the Long Island-based fast-casual burrito spot, Shrimpy’s Burrito Bar. With locations at 125 Front St. in…

A Prospective Main Street Prom in the works for Patchogue Class of 2021

- Photo credit: Patchogue Chamber of Commerce With the help of the Village of Patchogue and local restaurants, the Patchogue-Medford High School is hoping to provide a spaced-out prom along Main Street for the class of…

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Splish Splash opening for its Delayed 30th Season, Looking to Hire 1,000 New Staff Members

After missing the summer 2020 season due to the pandemic, Splish Splash is opening its doors in Calverton on May 29, 2021. Splish Splash is looking to hire about 1,000 staffers for openings in the lifeguard, food and…

South Quarter in Sayville is a Blast from the Past

Saturday, April 10 marked the first day that South Quarter opened its doors to customers in Sayville at 10 Main St. South Quarter lives up to its description of itself as “Carefully curated lifestyle wear and wares in a…

The Pizzeria to open Third and Fourth Locations

- Photo credit: The Pizzeria With two locations in Bayport and Lake Grove’s Smith Haven Mall already under its belt, Long Island chain The Pizzeria is preparing to open up shop at its newest Bay Shore and Islip…

Business

TRITEC Continues its Success With the Anticipated Opening of The Wel Luxury Apartments in Lindenhurst

Pre-leasing begins at 10 am on 4/10/21. Pricing and floor plans will be available on The Wel website . The long-anticipated opening of The Wel Apartments in Lindenhurst will finally come this summer, as commercial real…

Curfew Pushed Back to Midnight for New York Restaurants and Bars

As of April 19, 2021, curfew for New York bars and restaurants has been extended from 11 p.m. to midnight. Similarly, catered events will now be able to operate an hour later than they previously were, from 12 a.m. to…

Health

FREE-POD Delivery Service Continues its Charitable Work for those with Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities

The service FREE-POD, run by individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities, aims to improve the lives of those in group-home and related situations that have become harder due to the COVID-19 pandemic.…

Music Box of Meals Provides for Struggling Local Entertainment Industry

-Photo Credit: Long Island Cares The global pandemic has caused plenty in the entertainment, music, and art industries to fall into hard times. Venues remain closed, and consistent shows have become a thing of the past.…

Events

Raynham Hall Museum in Oyster Bay to Host Virtual Book Launch

The Town of Oyster Bay’s Raynham Hall Museum will be hosting a virtual book launch on May 3, complete with a lecture from journalist, historian, and author Bill Bleyer. The launch event pertains to Bill Bleyer’s new…

Grumman Film Studio Approved for Port Washington North

On April 7, Port Washington North’s Board of Trustees approved a film studio to be built on Channel Drive, just off of the well-trafficked Shore Road. Grumman Studio at Port Washington North will be their second…

Molloy College Announces Drive-in Graduation Ceremony

Taking place on May 18 and 19, 2021 will be a unique in-person graduation ceremony conducted by Molloy College in Rockville Centre. The typical ceremony, which would have had families in the audience of Molloy’s Madison…

Retro Arcade opens in Westfield South Shore Mall

Bay Shore’s Westfield South Shore Mall gained a unique addition to its lineup this past week. High Score Pinball Arcade opened its doors to all those looking for a fun blast from the past for its grand opening on…

Business

Sag Harbor Cinema Reopens Five Years after Devastating Fire

The Sag Harbor Cinema has at last recovered from the futile 2016 fire that destroyed it and several other Sag Harbor businesses. Though no one was hurt, the devastation of the fire made an impact on Sag Harbor’s Main…

The Wharf in Oakdale offers Live Music this Summer

The Wharf, located at 445 Vanderbilt Blvd. in Oakdale is set to deliver live music starting Memorial Day weekend. Eat, drink, and dance all summer long on their outdoor patio every Thursday through Sunday, while…

Catch the April Lyrids Meteor Shower this April on Long Island

The ongoing Lyrid meteor shower is an event encompassing the entirety of the Northern Hemisphere. From April 16 to April 25, dozens or even hundreds of meteors can be found streaking through Long Island skies at night.…

Holtsville Ecology Site will Welcome Visitors Again this Spring

The Holtsville Ecology Site & Animal Preserve, located at 429 Buckley Rd., will reopen to the public on May 1, 2021. Bring your family to this fun destination to visit the new and old farm animals, as the Holtsville…

My Cookie Dealer is opening its First Storefront

Long Island’s most beloved cookie sellers, My Cookie Dealer, is finally setting up its first in-person store. It will take over suite 501 at the Riverhead Tanger Outlets at 200 Tanger Mall Drive in Riverhead. My Cookie…

The Brixton Serves up New Spring Cocktails

The Brixton has been a hotspot restaurant and bar since its opening in Babylon Village in January of 2017. Specializing in delicious and novel cocktails, the restaurant maintains a trendy, modern decor fit for a dining…

Mom’s Day to Play: Babylon Village Chamber of Commerce

It’s time to celebrate all the moms of Long Island; come down to Babylon Village on May 1, 2021 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. to shop, dine and pamper yourself. Moms can take this time to treat themselves, as every $50 spent…

Barnshed Brewery Brings Great Beer to Hicksville Residents for Four Years

Barnshed Brewery is a welcoming Hicksville locale that can quench any beer lover’s thirst. Plenty of in-house beers are on tap, with notable, popular options being their Barn Dunkle and 135 Pale Ale. However, it should…

My Grandmother's Kitchen to hold a Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Looking for a new brunch spot on the Island? Head over to My Grandmother’s Kitchen, opening on 169 Main St. in Farmingdale. Siblings Jorge and Carolina Contreras decided to live out their dream of opening a breakfast…

The Purple Elephant of Northport is a Vegan's Delight

Nestled on in the Britannica Yacht Center of Northport, The Purple Elephant is making waves on Long Island with its vegan cuisine, fresh and organic ingredients, and refreshing cocktails. Although a majority of its menu…

The City of Long Beach to Host an Abandoned Bicycle Auction