Long Island has a vibrant open-mic poetry scene, known colloquially as “the scene” by those who are part of the grassroots movement sprouting up in disparate enclaves throughout the area. …
It’s a mystery why everyone in the Bay Shore area has not visited the remarkable Gibson-Mack-Holt House, where the Bay Shore Historical Society held their annual open house on Saturday, June 3, …
**MILD SPOILER ALERT** As the warmer weather rolls in, Netflix has heated up its pairings of chemistry-laden couples to watch, in both creation and self-destruction. Two …
Local author, Commack resident Meryl Ain’s new novel, “Shadows We Carry,” published by SparkPress, takes place on Long Island and is the sequel to her award-winning post-Holocaust …
The Historical Society of Islip Hamlet—in cooperation with the Islip Public Library and the Islip Schools Fine and Performing Arts Department—presents a cinematic selection to inspire and …
The ancient proverb, “Laughter is the best medicine”—based on a quote originated in the King James version of the Bible—turns out to be backed by scientific evidence as well. …
The West Islip Symphony Orchestra began a month-long celebration of the achievements of Black composers and writers throughout the history of music with “Culture Sounds: African American Music …
We all know the story of Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet,” the ill-fated young lovers who were born into opposing families with their love coming to a tragic ending. Fast-forward to …
The Islip Arts Council (IAC) will present a month-long celebration of bravery, artistry, music, poetry, and literature in honor of Black History Month this February. Running from Feb. 11 through …
If you’re looking for something to cheer you up during this cold-weather season, look no further than Studio Theatre of Long Island’s production of “Moon Over Buffalo” at the …
The season of love is officially upon us and that means libraries, local stores, and communities will be hosting events to get everyone in the romantic mood. Whether you’re in a relationship, …
On Sunday, Jan. 29, the annual Island Symphony Orchestra Bach Festival returned to St. Peter’s By-the-Sea Episcopal Church in Bay Shore. This year’s concert featured the …
1998 Bellport High School grad, Greg Delimitros is the Vice President of Equipment operations for the Philadelphia Eagles. He has 19 years with the team and is hoping to bring home his second …
Unsung Heroes: Segregated Military Units East Islip Library - Monday, Feb. 6 at 7 p.m. You’ve heard of the Tuskegee Airmen, but did you know there were other segregated African American …
The Bay Area Friends of Fine Arts hosted artist Jonathan Van Brunt at the Gillette House this past weekend for his curated exhibition, “Natural Beauty,” this coming weekend, Jan. 28 and …
There were several firsts at the recently concluded Miss Universe pageant held in New Orleans. The winner, R’Bonney Gabriel, is the first Filipino-American Miss USA to win the prestigious …
On Saturday, Jan. 21, Operation VEST hosted their second annual 22° Run and Plunge at Walker Beach in Brightwaters. The event featured a 2.2-mile run/walk and a polar plunge into the Great South …
Believe it or not, it’s that time of year again. The grand marshals have been announced for local St. Patrick’s Day parades. The Bay Shore-Brightwaters parade will take place on …
East Islip High School’s boys and girls track and field teams headed into The Armory in New York City on Jan. 11 to compete in the Millrose Games Trials, to try and earn a trip to the famous …
Fans of “Jersey Boys,” the monster smash musical about Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, will get their request granted in The Gateway’s production for its 2023-2024 season. …
