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My Cookie Dealer is opening its First Storefront
by Long Island WaveLong 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
by Long Island WaveThe 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
by Long Island WaveIt’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
by Long Island WaveBarnshed 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
by Long Island WaveLooking 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
by Long Island WaveNestled 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
by Long Island WaveA bicycle auction will be held by the City of Long Beach Police Department on April 17, 2021. With a catalog of over a hundred bikes, the auction aims to raise money for the city while making use of the many abandoned…
Month-Long Pet Food Drive for Long Island Cares Kicks Off
by Long Island WaveIn collaboration with Senator Phil Boyle, Long Island Cares will be holding its Pet Food Drive from April 12 to May 14. All donations can be dropped off at Senator Boyle’s office at 94 W. Main St. in Bay Shore via the…
The Bean has Big Plans for its Fifth Location in Islip
by Long Island WaveLong Island coffee chain the Bean has made its mark among locals with its four coffee shop locations, a bagel shop, and a roasting company, East End Coffee Roasters, from which it imports and roasts its own coffee. The…
I Heart Mac & Cheese Franchise Opens in Hauppauge
by Long Island WaveThe I Heart Mac & Cheese franchise opened up a Hauppauge location on March 31, 2021. The popular fast-food restaurant is known for its customizable menu, catering to lovers of all things mac and cheese. This novel…
Long Island Restaurant Week is Back!
by Long Island WaveCalling all restaurant owners and food lovers! Long Island’s Restaurant Week is back in full swing as capacity increases to 75 percent. Dining options can be found on the Long Island Restaurant Week website . Options…
Pecado Mexican hopes for a May Opening in Bay Shore
by Long Island WaveLovers of Mexican food have a lot to look forward to this spring, as Pecado Mexican of Bay Shore is aiming for a May 2021 opening. The location at 49 W. Main St. announced its plans in a Facebook post and is currently…
The Times Vintage adds Old School Flair to Greenport Village
by Long Island WaveNestled slightly off the beaten path of Greenport Village at 429 Main St., The Times Vintage is a hidden gem of a time capsule waiting to be found. The vintage shop, opened by father-daughter duo Elizabeth Sweigart and…
Tiki Joe’s Opens for its Fourth Season at Smith Point
by Long Island WaveThe popular Tiki Joe’s Beach Club will be opening for the season at its Smith Point location on May 21, 2021. This beachfront destination is known for its live music as well as its bountiful seafood and cocktail…
YMCA Long Island Spring Registration
by Long Island Wave“As a community, the Y remains a place where you can achieve your health & wellness goals, kids can reach their full potential, and everyone belongs,” YMCA. The YMCA of Long Island has begun to steadily reopen as…
Bethpage Air Show Returns to Jones Beach for Memorial Day Weekend 2021
by Long Island WaveAfter a 2020 in-person hiatus due to the pandemic, the Bethpage Air Show at Jones Beach will return for the 2021 Memorial Day weekend from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 29 and Sunday, May 30. This year’s show will…
Simply Sage Boutique Opens Storefront in Lindenhurst with Reed Taylor Beauty
by Long Island WaveOnline clothing store, Simply Sage Boutique, has recently teamed up with Reed Taylor Beauty, Long Island’s top beauty bar, to open a new storefront salon and boutique in Lindenhurst. Located on 121 1st S St. in…
The Ainsworth Arrives at Rockville Centre
by Long Island WaveThe Ainsworth restaurant chain has opened a location in Rockville Centre, bringing its luxurious menu and further fine dining options to the village. With locations all over from Midtown to Chelsea and even other states…
2021 Seasonal Spot Opening Dates for Long Island
by Long Island WaveLong Island’s favorite seasonal spots are beginning to open again for the 2021 summer season. A list of a few of these place’s opening dates can be found below. Spots like the Buoy Bar, Nicky’s on the Bay, and Nicky’s…
Cafe La Bella Notte is Farmingdale’s Newest Coffee Shop
by Long Island WaveA new coffee shop, Cafe La Bella Notte, has recently opened its doors in Farmingdale. The coffee shop offers fresh pastries and coffee of many varieties to enjoy. However, there’s more on the menu than just coffee.…
The Artisan Arrives at Lynbrook
by Long Island WaveLynbrook Village in Nassau County has a new eatery that is already making waves with its great tastes and unique yet familiar menu. Despite The Artisan being fairly new, its popularity has skyrocketed with fans of…
TRITEC's The Wel Begins Leasing for June Move-In
by Long Island WaveLeasing has begun at last at TRITEC’s Lindenhurst project, The Wel Luxury Apartments. Located at 75 E. Hoffman Ave, the apartment complex offers prospective lessees both prime location and prime amenities. The property…
2021 Nesconset Chamber Concert Series
by Long Island WaveThe Nesconset Chamber's 2021 Concert Series is SCHEDULED! Mark your calendars! It's time to welcome the summertime concert series in full swing! Social Distancing Guidelines WILL BE ENFORCED Any questions or…
Waterfront Restaurant LaMotta’s Readies for a Seasonal Opening in May
by Long Island WaveOverlooking the Manhasset Bay, LaMotta’s has been a staple of Port Washington’s summer season since its opening in 1994. Overlooking the Manhasset Bay, LaMotta’s has been a staple of Port Washington’s summer season…
Anona Blends Food Truck Reopens Following a Short Hiatus
by Long Island WaveVegan food truck Anona Blends can typically be found in the Route 347 area of Setauket. However, it is breaking itself out for the first time after a month-long hiatus to serve up hungry patrons once again. Anona Blends…
Sweet Jane Promises Cocktails and Rock ‘n Roll for Bay Shore
by Long Island WaveA pair of brothers, Anthony and Andrew Tartaglia, will be opening a new rock ‘n roll style cocktail bar, Sweet Jane, in the town of Bay Shore. The successful bar and restaurant proprietors have continued to expand their…
Sayville Farmers' Market set to Open May 1
by Long Island WaveThe greatly anticipated 2021 opening of the Sayville Farmers’ Market is soon to come. Last month, the market announced its opening date of May 1 on its Facebook page. It will be in its usual spot at the Islip Grange at…
Adventureland Reopens April 10
by Long Island WaveAfter being abruptly shut down along with the rest of the world due to COVID-19 last March, Long Island’s Adventureland is finally ready to reopen for friends and families to enjoy on April 10. Although Adventureland’s…
Huntington Village Business Landscape Undergoes Change
by Long Island WaveHuntington Village is turning over a new leaf as it invites in new businesses and relocates and expands others. The village has undergone a bit of change over the past year as it has watched businesses like Jos. A…
Sands Point Preserve is an Outdoor Destination Full of History
by Long Island WaveSands Point Preserve, known also as the Gould-Guggenheim Estate, is a massive 216-acre patch of land on the North Shore of Long Island. The Preserve has made its home in Sands Point since the early 19th century and…
Finnegan's Serves Burgers, Beverages and More since 1912
by Long Island WaveSince its inception in 1912, Finnegan's Restaurant & Tap Room has been a staple to the Huntington community. It has served as both a meeting place for food, drinks and friends, and a piece of history and landmark as the…
Jones Beach Prepares for a Huge Summer Season
by Long Island WaveWhen Jones Beach State Park opened in 1929 it was an immediate success. The many years since then have seen the park become a regularly visited destination for Long Island residents. Located in Wantagh, Jones Beach…
Some Long Island Farms and Farmers Markets to Check Out in the 2021 Season
by Long Island WaveThe farms and farmers’ markets of Long Island are slowly beginning to open back up as the warmer weather settles in. There are dozens of farmers’ markets offering a variety of goods throughout the island, and each will…
Bay Street Theater Reveals its New Home
by Long Island WaveThe not-for-profit Bay Street Theater, located in Sag Harbor, has announced it will be leaving its original home, founded in 1991, with the goal of breaking ground later this year on a new property. This move to a new…
Touched by the Light Studio Presents: Trauma Release: Meditation & Healing
by Long Island WaveBayard Cutting Arboretum will be hosting Touched by the Light Studio for its Trauma Release: Meditation and Healing workshop twice in the month of May. Those interested will have opportunities to join the workshop on…
Butler’s Flat Returns With Seasonal Seafood Delights
by Long Island WaveButler’s Flat, located in Capri Marina West in Port Washington Village will be opening up for its tenth season in April of 2021. The clam shack intends to continue bringing locally sourced seafood options to those…
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