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Marine Max
8 AN ATTITUDE OF GRATITUDE
MUST KNOW
12 Summer Bucket List
18 Get on the Water
20 Dine & Dock on Long Island
22 Meet the Merchant Frank & Maria's
23 Local Farmer's Markets
27 Good Reads
MUST GO
16 Your Guide to Summer Fun
AUTO 3, 10, 11
BOATING 2, 20 PET CARE 30
HEALTH & WELLNESS 29
HOME & GARDEN
7, 8, 9, 31, BC
HAIR & BEAUTY
REAL ESTATE 4, 21
RESTAURANT / CAFE / NIGHTLIFE
10, 13, 14, 15, 18, 19, 22, 23, 24, 25
SHOPPING & GIFTS
21, 26, 27, 28
SUMMER SPORTS 13
HERE IS TO YOU AND I LIVING ON AN ISLAND IN THE SUMMER TIME.
Long Island is surrounded by 400 miles of coastline, one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, two shore lines, a car-free beach getaway, hundreds of fabulous restaurants and many quaint and beautiful towns.
Our spirits are high as we start filling up our calendars with long weekend getaways. Luckily for us, we don’t have to travel far to enjoy some fun in the sun. As the summer rolls in, there’s no shortage of exciting things to do right here on long island.
In this issue, we recommend contractors for your home projects, restaurants to enjoy, merchants to shop in and lists of information for your recreation. Look on page 12 for your summer bucket list to hold onto this season and see how many activities you will be able to check of this summer.
Here is to making this a spectacular summer for you and your loved ones.
Enjoy it and see you at the beach. xo
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an Attitude of Gratitude
by Patricia Thomas
I have come to the conclusion that winter is not my favorite season. Don’t get me wrong, but having four seasons makes you appreciate one of the seasons more than the other three. I enjoy spring and the “greening up” of the flora and fauna, being able to open the windows in the house and letting the fresh air in. Even the spring cleaning gets my mood up and the energy flowing, but my favorite season is summer.
Summertime and the living is easy, as the old song goes. I feel so appreciative to live on an island, Long Island specifically, that is so close to New York City AND the Hamptons, Montauk and the North and South fork. Here in Bay Shore and Brightwaters, even more specifically, we have the Great South Bay and the ocean, the ferries to Fire Island and the railroad to Broadway shows. The summertime is the best time to enjoy it all!
My son is home from college for the summer and I want to spend some quality time with him before he goes abroad to study psychology in Copenhagen for the fall semester. So we kicked of the Memorial Day weekend going to the Bay Shore parade and then had
a barbecue with family and friends. It was nice that we got together and enjoyed one another’s company and it did not cost a fortune. Everyone ofered to bring something to the party, so it was a potluck fiesta! That way stress levels were low for all and everyone felt better about contributing to the event somehow.
This summer I also bought one of those New York State park access passes (Empire Pass) for my car, so we can go to the beach whenever it is possible. The pass is also good to gain entry to any of the New York State parks, like Belmont State Park for a reunion picnic, or if you are planning on going camping at Hither Hills State Park in Montauk. Afer seven visits, you have more than paid for the pass.
Shh, do not tell them yet but I have a week planned on Fire Island as a family unit, at a friend’s rental house, so that we can relax, unwind and slow life down a little bit. (Renting a house on Fire Island was on my bucket list). Sometimes we really need to be with our loved ones with nothing planned but sunshine (hopefully) and togetherness. Spending quality time with your family does not mean you have to spend a lot of money this summer. Even crossing something of your bucket list can be afordable. Reach out to friends and relatives and spend the best summer ever here. I am so grateful I was able to do this for my family.
Enjoy you summer and always have an attitude of gratitude!
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See how many of these activities you will check of the bucket list this season:
☐ Watch fireworks
☐ Have dinner on the beach
☐ Watch the sunset
☐ Star gaze
☐ Hang by a firepit at night
☐ Watch the sunrise
☐ Make an herb garden
☐ Do some backyard landscaping
☐ Go to Splish Splash with H2GO Pass
☐ Hang out poolside with a good book
☐ Find a new favorite cocktail
☐ Cheese, crackers & drinks in the yard
☐ Get sand in your toes
☐ Take the kids to an aquarium
☐ Go to a museum
☐ Ride your bike somewhere far
☐ Go out for ice cream (Ralph's?)
☐ Do some blogging
☐ Raise your adrenaline
☐ Adventure park!
☐ Go on the new Turbulence Rollercoaster
☐ Visit a light house
☐ Explore new parks
☐ Have a picnic
☐ Play volleyball in the sand
☐ Rent a canoe or kayak
☐ Go on a hike
☐ Walk a mile on the beach
☐ Walk along a board walk
☐ Go to a street fair
☐ Go to an outdoor concert
☐ Watch live music on the beach
☐ Eat lobster
☐ Have ceviche
☐ Do a good deed
☐ Go sailing
☐ Take the ferry to Connecticut
☐ Carousel in Greenport or Garden City
☐ Go on a party boat
☐ Get wet
☐ Go to Fire Island for dinner
☐ Window shop for boats
☐ Stay overnight on Fire Island
☐ Play in the ocean waves
☐ Walk through a lavender field
☐ Go fishing
☐ Montauk
☐ Hamptons
☐ Greenport
☐ Long Beach
☐ Try stand up paddle boarding
☐ Go to a reggae party
☐ Take a trip upstate
☐ Go jet skiing
☐ Take lots of pictures!
☐ Bar hop on the Nautical Mile
☐ Take a road trip
☐ Take an afernoon nap
☐ Catch fireflies
☐ Spend the day in the city
☐ Walk through Central Park
☐ Watch the Perseids meteor shower
☐ Watch a game (Baseball anyone?)
☐ Visit Brooklyn Brewery
☐ Go camping
☐ Go wine tasting
☐ Go to the Bronx Zoo
☐ Make S'mores over campfire
☐ Take a wine bus tour with friends
☐ Nature walk through an arboretum
☐ Lunch & shopping in Oyster Bay
☐ Be a tourist in your own town
☐ Stop at a farm stand
☐ Change up the BBQ
☐ Host a party
☐ Make fresh lemonade
☐ Move your workouts outside
☐ Try some oysters
☐ Watch a movie outdoors
☐ BYOB for dinner restaurants
☐ Stay home all day and watch movies
☐ Kiss someone in the rain
☐ Test drive a new car or boat
☐ Have a date night with your honey
☐ Spend quality time with family
☐ Make someone smile
FLYNN’S FIRE ISLAND
SUNDAY
FUNDAY
King Wellington and DJ Epic
Reggae Dance Party starts at 12pm
Ingredients:
• 6 small fluke filets (only the freshest fish will do) Cleaned and dried, cut into 1" chunks
• 2 plum tomatoes-seeded and diced
• 2 green scallions, chopped finely
• ½ english cucumber, seeded and ½" diced
• ½ red and ½ yellow bell pepper, seeded and chopped.
Ceviche
BY STEPHANIE RACANELLI
This recipe is super fresh and delicious. I make it ofen in the summer months when the local fish is in season. Don't be afraid that no cooking is needed, the acid in the limes will "cook" the flesh, changing the color and texture. When it's done, the fish will be sofer and opaque. Always remember to cut your ingredients uniformly and always use the freshest fish available.
• 3 tbsp finely diced red onion
• 1/4 tsp chopped cilantro
• 2 tsp kosher salt
• The juice of 4 large limes
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
Directions:
Combine all ingredients and gently mix. Let sit in the refrigerator for up to an hour, until the fish is sofer and appears opaque. Gently mix again before serving and enjoy! Serve cold with chips of your choice.
Lessing’s Sparkles
Oysters & Sparkling
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$1.25 Local Oysters
$12.5 Glass of Lessing’s Sparkling
Monday through Friday 4-7pm Begins June 22nd
Your Guide for Summer Fun
LIVE MUSIC, OUTDOOR DINING, FESTIVALS, FIREWORKS AND MORE!
The Beach Boys Guild Hall, East Hampton 631.324.0806
JULY 10 • 7:30PM
Re-live “Elvis”
Stago’s at the Orchard, Glen Cove
JULY 10 • 8PM
The Ultimate Eagles Tribute Performance by Fast Lane Theatre Three, Port Jeferson
JULY 11 • 8PM
Long Island Philharmonic & Firework Show
Hecksher State Park Free Concert
JULY 11-12
The Long Island Summer Festival Pennysaver Amphitheatre See line up at longislandsummerfestival.com
JULY 15 • 6:30
East Bound Freight Bluegrass Harborfront Park, Port Jeferson portjef.com
JULY 16-19
Great South Bay Music Festival
Shorefront Park, Patchogue Features 50+ acts on four stages over three days greatsouthbaymusicfestival.com
AUGUST 4 • 8PM
Billy Joel Nassau Coliseum ticketmaster.com
AUGUST 15 • 12-7PM
Long Island Bluegrass Festival Waterfront Tanner Park, Copiague
OUTDOOR DINING & LIVE MUSIC
The Beach Hut
Cedar Beach, Babylon VARIOUS DATES see full schedule at thebeachhuts.com
Surfs Out
Kismet, Fire Island WEEKENDS see full schedule at surfsout.com
Flynn’s
Ocean Bay Park, Fire Island WEEKENDS
SUNDAY REGGAE PARTY
see full schedule at flynnsfireislandny.com
Dockers Waterside Dune Road, East Quogue TUES, FRI, SUN
631-653-0653 see full schedule at dockerswaterside.com
Nicky’s on the Bay Bay Shore
TUES, THURS, FRI, SUN see full schedule at nickysonthebay.com
View Restaurant Oakdale
TROPICAL THURSDAYS STARTS AT 7PM see full schedule at viewoakdale.com
The Pavilion at Sunken Meadow
Sunken Meadow State Park
SEAFOOD FEST WEDNESDAYS see full schedule at lessings.com
668 The Gigshack Main Street, Montauk FRIDAYS call for more info
631-668-2727 668thegigshack.com
East Hampton
The Devon Yacht Club
SATURDAY, JULY 4 • 9:15 PM Fireworks viewable from Three Mile Harbor
Freeport
THURSDAY, JULY 2
Fireworks viewable near the Guy Lombardo Marina For more info contact Freeport Chamber of Commerce, 516-223-8840
Jones Beach
SATURDAY, JULY 4 • 9:30PM
For more info visit jonesbeach.com
Oakdale Grucci Fireworks Show
THURSDAY, JULY 2
Fireworks viewable 1000-feet east of the Snapper Inn
Pt. Jefferson
FRIDAY, JULY 3 • 9:30PM
Fireworks viewable of West Beach
For more info visit portjef.com/featured-events
Riverhead
THURSDAY, JULY 3 • 6 PM
Family concert at 7:50 PM
Fireworks viewable at 9:15 PM
For more info visit riverheadbid.com/fireworks
South Hampton
Grucci Fireworks Show
FRIDAY, JULY 3
Rain Date: Sunday, July 5 For more info call or visit 631-283-5847, sfah.org
New York City
Macy’s Fourth of July show
SATURDAY, JULY 4
Viewable at the East River
For more info visit social.macys.com/fireworks
Montauk Chamber of Commerce’s Independence Day Celebration
SATURDAY, JULY 4, 9 PM
Rain Date: Saturday, July 5
Fireworks viewable of Umbrella Beach
For more info visit montaukchamber.com/events
SUN, SAND & SURF
Long Island is a captivating place, but the summer brings out the best of it's true natural beauty. Here are a few destinations you should take the time to visit this season, with images taken by the talented Vicki Jauron of Babylon and Beyond Photography.
Long Island has some of the most beautiful lighthouses, including quite a few that welcome visitors to climb to the top to enjoy spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean. Some are accessible via private tours and boat trips. Two are a must see this summer, the Montauk Lighthouse which was commissioned by George Washington in 1796 and the Fire Island Lighthouse which has the original 1858 Frensel lens on display. You can climb both of them to the top. The road in this photo is titled “Road to the Fire Island Light House", located on the Fire Island National Seashore just east of Robert Moses State Park.
Captree State Park in Babylon is a popular fishing destination with charter fleets & piers. Join in on a charter boat for full or half day fishing trips. All gear provided.
The Weeping Beech tree and Adirondack Chairs in this photograph is just one of the beautiful sights at Bayard cutting Arboretum in Great River. For those who delight in outdoor beauty make it a point to stroll the many woodland paths of either the Bayard Cutting Arboretum or the Planting Fields Arboretum in Oyster Bay. Visit them online at www.bayardcuttingarboretum.com and www.plantingfields.org
Do you know of Gardiner County Park in West Bay Shore? It’s located about a half mile east of the Robert Moses Causeway and it’s a nature-oriented public park on the Great South Bay. A short walk down a narrow path from its entrance on Montauk Highway takes you to the water and this is what you see. It’s known for being extremely dog-friendly, with many on-leash trails, a doggie water fountain, and a waste station.
The preserves and parks on Long Island ofer a variety of experiences from the always bustling Eisenhower Park with its many activities and free concerts to beach parks like Jones Beach, Robert Moses and Montauk. This photo by Vicki Jauron was taken in Belmont Lake State Park located in Babylon. Whether it’s biking, hiking, picnicking or sitting on an inviting bench to slow things down, take advantage of our wonderful parks we are fortunate enough to have.
Long Island beaches have beautiful, fine white sand that feels great on your feet. On long island beaches the sun literally rises and sets around you. While some Long Island beaches are just sun, sand and surf, many Long Island beaches have activities such as golf, sofball, concerts, fishing, hiking and cycling. This image by photographer Vicki Jauron is titled “Man and his footsteps" and was taken at Robert Moses Beach.
Beautiful lavender fields are to be found at Lavender by the Bay in East Marion, just east of Greenport on Long Island. Walk through the fields and pick your own lavender during peak seasons and take home some of the wonderful lavender products they sell.
UPCOMING EVENTS
JUNE 20 Rich Mahogany Band in The Courtyard
JUNE 21 Father’s Day
JUNE 27 StreetFighter (Rolling Stones Cover Band) in The Courtyard
JULY 3 No Request Band in The Courtyard
JULY 4 Independence Day! Soul Junkies in The Courtyard
JULY 5 DJ ROB in The Courtyard 3-7
JULY 17 Italian Night Under the Stars
AUG 4 Pirates Day
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Sea Ray, Sail Fish, Scout, Boston Whaler Azimut Yachts, Meridian Yachts Lindenhurst • 631.957.5900
Wally World Charter Boat 631.766.2813 • wallyworldsportfishing.com Bay Princess 11 631.587.6024 • bayprincess.com
PARTY BOATS AND PRIVATE YACHTS FOR EXCURSIONS
Lauren Kristy - Pattle Boat Bay Shore • 631.750.5359
Mon Tiki
Montauks Charter Catamaran and Sunset Cruise 2 hour trip, $60/Person. Sails 7 days Weather permitting Montauk • 631.668.2826
East End Charters
Two hour, half days or full days.
Two kinds of charters, accommodates up to 6 guests for smaller parties for larger parties, accommodates up to 12 or 30 guests Greenport • 631.477.6993
Moonchaser Cruise and Dinner at Flynn’s Fire Island Cruise to Flynn's restaurant on Fire Island for a Lobster bufet awaits with live music. Reserve through Flynn's 631.583.5000
Whether your interested in buying, renting, traveling or paddlng, below is a list of some local businesses useful for all different types of sea excursions.
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STAND UP PADDLEBOARDS
South Shore Paddleboards
Rentals, Sales, Lessons
258 E. Main Street, Babylon Village 631.482.1822 • southshorepaddleboards.com
BOAT, KAYAK & CANOE RENTALS
Bob's Canoe Rentals
Nissequogue River, Smithtown • 631.269.9761
Nissequogue River Canoe & Kayak Rentals
Belmont Lake State Park Rowboat Rentals Babylon • 631.667.5055
Blydenburgh County Park Rowboat Rentals
631.854.3712
Empire Kayaks Kayak Rentals
4 Empire Blvd, Island Park • 516.889.8300
FIRE
ISLAND FERRIES
Fire Island Ferries
Takes you to Ocean Beach, Ocean Bay Park, Fair Harbor, Kismet, Saltire, Seaview, Dunewood/Atlantique 90 Maple Avenue, Bay Shore
631.666.3600 • fireislandferries.com
Davis Park Ferry
Takes you to Davis Park and Watch Hill 80 Brightwood Street, Patchogue • davisparkferry.com
Sayville Ferry Service
Takes you to Fire Island Pines, Cherry Grove and Sailors Haven (Sunken Forest) 41 River Road, Sayville • sayvilleferry.com
Fire Island Water Taxi
Water taxi or lateral ferry, can take you from beach to beach 631.666.3600 • fireislandwatertaxi.com
Same great location, now with a panoromic view overlooking the Great South Bay
Waterfront outdoor dining with wraparound deck
Retractable roof for extended outdoor seating
Upper level rooftop lounge with 360° panoramic views
Weekly music venue on upper deck (see website for schedule)
Comfortable all-weather dining inside with
Dock & Dine ON LONG ISLAND
BABYLON
Pier 44
Fire Island Ave., 631-661-5999 pier44restaraunt.com
Tres Palms
16 East Court, 631-482-1465 trespalms.com
BAY SHORE
Captain Bill’s
122 Ocean Ave.,631-665-6262 captainbills.com
Captree Cove
3500 East Ocean Parkway 631-587-3447 captreecoverestaurant.com
Fat Fish Wine Bar & Bistro 28 Cottage Ave., 631-666-2899 fatfish.info
Nicky’s on the Bay Bay Shore Marina, 631-206-3311 nickysonthebay.com
ISLIP
White Cap Fish Market 120 Montauk Hwy., 631-581-0125 whitecapfish.com
BELLMORE
Villa D’Aqua 2565 Bellmore Ave., 516-308-4900 villadeaqua.com
BLUE POINT
JT’s On The Bay 1 Curtis Rd., 631-363-2205 jtsonthebay.com
CHERRY GROVE
Sand Castle 106 Lewis Walk, 631-597-4174 fireislandandcastle.com
EAST HAMPTON
East Hampton Point 295 Three Mile Harbor Rd. 631-329-2800 easthamptonpoint.com
FREEPORT
The Patio 445 South Main St., 516-623-9100 thefreeportinn.com
Pier 95
95 Hudson Ave., 516-867-9632 pier95.com
GREENPORT
Billy’s by the Bay 2530 Manhasset Ave., 631-477-8300 billysbythebayrestaurant.com
Claudio’s 111 Main Street, 631-477-0627 claudios.com
Noah’s Restaurant 136 Front St., 631-477-6720 chefnoahs.com
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PATCHOGUE
Of Key Tikki
31 Baker Pl on Patchogue River 631-475-1723 ofkeytikki.com
Harbor Crab Company
116 Division St., 631-687-2722 harborcrab.com
The Oar Restaurant
264 West Ave., 631-654-8266 theoar.com
PORT JEFFERSON
Wave Restaurant at Danfords 25 East Broadway, 631-928-5200 waveseafoodkitchen.com
SAG HARBOR
The Bell & Anchor 3253 Noyac Rd, 631-725-3400 bellandanchor.com
SAYVILLE
Kingston’s Clam Bar 130 Atlantic Ave., 631-589-0888 kingstonsclam.com
The Cull House
75 Terry St., 631-563-1546 cullhouse.com
SEAFORD
The White Whale 3580 Bayview St., 516-785-1067 thewhitewhalerestaurant.com
SHELTER ISLAND
Vine Street Café 41 South Ferry Rd., 631-749-3210 vinestreetcafe.com
SOUTHAMPTON
Lobster Grille Inn 162 West Inlet Rd., 631-283-1525 lobstergrilleinn.com
SOUTHOLD
Alure
62300 Main Rd., 631-876-5300 alurenorthfork.com
Always call ahead to confirm availability for docking and if you need reservations.
More Boat Docking Information
Kismet (General Public)
631-583-5592
Atlantique (Islip Residence) 631-583-8610
Ocean Beach (General Public) 631-583-5940
Cherry Grove (General Public) 631-583-7979
Davis Park (General Public) 631-597-6830
Watch Hill (General Public) 631-597-3109
Cedar Beach Marina ......................... 631-893-2100
Captree State Park .......................... 631-669-0449
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Q&A
The List: Frank, tell me a little history about yourself.
Frank: My brother Dom and I were born in Italy and moved to the United States in 1966. As teenagers the two of us worked in Italian Pork stores and learned the business. I became a butcher and Dom favored culinary. Many years later we gravitated back to our passion and decided to open an Italian Pork store in the south shore of Long Island in 2005.
The List: How did you decide that Bay Shore would be your new location?
Frank: I knew about Bay Shore’s rich past, how it was a mecca for shopping and a destination for beachgoers. The people had pride in their community and it grew to become a great town. It sufered a bit, as did many towns, but I had a premonition that it was making a comeback. When I drove through the town in 2005, I just knew that this was the right spot. That’s when I made the decision to move my store here.
The List: What sets you apart from other Italian specialty markets?
Frank: I have a great crew here at Frank and Maria’s. We have Dom, Giovanna, Jason, Samantha, Alda, Felix and Antonio. We put customer service at the top of our list and it shows. We treat all customers with the same friendliness and warmth. The atmosphere in the store is familiar and welcoming. We strive to make our customer’s feel important-because they are! We will custom order items from our importers, find certain cuts of meat
MEET THE MERCHANT
for them, make them a special sandwich, or ofer advice on any of our products. Professional and friendly service is our main priority.
The List: Briefly list the types of products that you carry.
Frank: We carry Italian and Sicilian specialty foods and grocery items. We sell prime cuts of meats, Italian style veal cutlets, beef, lamb, poultry, homemade braciole, imported olives and cheeses, top of the line cold cuts, fresh pasta and so many homemade specialtiestoo many to list! We deal directly with D’Artagnan, who supplies our chickens, duck, veal, and the occasional rabbit if requested by our customers. We also ofer a variety of Italian cookies and breads.
The List: Tell me about some of your most popular and delicious specialties.
Frank: The first thing that I know for sure is wildly popular and delicious is our artisanal Sausage. We have
been making it the same way, with attention to detail, for 35 years. We make fresh chicken and pork sausage every single day. We also customize orders if our customers request a certain diet restriction or specific ingredient that they love. There is a 5 lb. minimum for custom orders, but its well worth it when you’re getting something made by hand to your specifications.
Another artisan favorite are our specialty burgers. We grind fresh prime meat every day and make our hamburgers to order. We will create your custom burger as requested. For example, the “Loaded Burger” is made with bacon, red onion and cheddar cheese mixed in. Another favorite is the chicken, spinach and feta burger. You can ask for burgers made with Portobello mushrooms, zucchini and Swiss cheese in the mix too! This is a great item to make your backyard barbeque a notch above the rest!
Anyone who has tried our fresh mozzarella will agree that it is the best! We make it every day, three to four times a day. That way, our
stock is always warm and fresh and sof It never has a chance to sit out or get chewy. It is so fresh and tasty and will make any antipasto platter or caprese a mouthwatering delicacy!
Another popular item that we make two to three times a day is our caponata. Made with chopped eggplant, it is an antipasto dish or a side to fish or meat. The sweet/ sour taste is a taste all its own and if you’ve not tried it, it’s a must!
The List: Tell us about the amazing olive oil you carry
Frank: Our olive oil imported directly from Caltabellotta in Agrigento region of Sicily. It is full of flavor and color and we sell it in special refillable bottles. When you bring our empty bottle for a refill, we take a dollar of the price.
The List: I know you cater because I’ve enjoyed your prepared foods at parties and barbecues. Tell me about it.
Frank: We do a great deal of catering. Our artisanal burgers are requested a lot and our most popular dishes are penne ala vodka, chicken francese and glazed walnut salad. Everything is made fresh to order. Our customized wrap platters are a hit when you are invited to someones house and bring them.
The List: Any last words or motto?
Frank: If you have your health, family and friends and good food
with Frank of Frank & Marias
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Featuring seasonal fruits and vegetables, a variety of flowers, baked goods and more.
Amityville Village
Memorial Park, Route 110
Fridays:12:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
June through October
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Sundays: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
July through October
Deer Park
Tanger Outlets at the Arches
Saturdays & Sundays: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
June through December
Islip Town Hall lot, Montuak Hwy
Saturdays: 7 a.m. to 12 noon
July through November Not responsible for date changes.
TUESDAY - THURSDAY 3 Course Steak Dinner | $35.95
WINE DOWN WEDNESDAY Half Price Bottles | $99 & up
TUESDAY - FRIDAY Happy Hour
FRIDAY & SATURDAY Live Music
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Specializing in Showers, Anniversaries, Birthdays, Engagements, Bachelor/Bachelorette Dinners, Patio Parties
Closed Sunday & Monday until Labor Day starting July 5th
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happy hour
EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY 3PM-7PM
1/2 price tacos & quesadillas, $5 margaritas, $4 beers, $2 off all wines lunch specials
EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY STARTING AT $13 featuring 4 tacos with soup, salad or side take out included sunday brunch
EVERY WEEK FROM 11AM-4PM with $5 bloody mary’s and mimosas
summer FIT-TIPS
Beaches and are open, flowers are blooming, pools are uncovered...The 2015 summer season is now in session! With the season stretching a mere 3 months, best to get out and about while the days are long, warm and beautiful. So ditch the gym and sweat outside!
Whether you are a day tripper or fortunate enough to spend a significant amount of your summertime at a vacation home away from your primary residence, your fitness routine does not have to sufer. Take your workout on vacation with you but leave your gym bag at home! Opt for outside activities instead:
1. Pack a totally portable jump rope in your suitcase. You can achieve a formidable cardio workout in 30 minutes alternating 2 – 3 minutes of jumping rope with 1 – 2 minutes of push ups, squats, or lunges.
2. Run (or walk) on the beach. Remember to slather on the sunscreen and bring a water bottle (or two) with you.
3. Go for a power walk in the park. Many of our local state parks have wonderful trails for both walking and hiking. Grab a trail map and the bug spray before venturing out.
4. Take a long bike ride. No room in the family car for bikes? No problem. Many cycle shops will rent bikes for the whole family for
extended terms. Best to call ahead and reserve them if possible. Don’t forget helmets!
5. Swim! Any stroke you are comfortable with works; sidestroke, breaststroke, even doggie paddle for 15 – 20 minutes. Floating on the inflatable swan raf does not count.
6. Bodysurf and play in the waves!
7. Go dancing! So many venues ofer dancing under the stars during the summer months. Check out the Beach Huts at Tanner Park, Cedar Beach and Venetian Shores for live music all summer long.
Rest assured, your gym will still be there waiting for you come September. The summer waits for no one, so sweat out and enjoy it because it will be gone before you know it!
Michaela Connors is a fitness instructor at World Gym in Bay Shore and lives on the south shore with her husband and two boys.
Looking to rent a beach bungalow in one of Long Islands many seaside towns?
Log on to VRBO.com to find the perfect summertime retreat that suits your family. Enjoy!
VINO
SUMMERTIME IS FUN TIMES EVERY DAY!
MONDAY | Craft Beer Night
$24.95 Three Course Prix Fixe with Beer
TUESDAY | Girls Night at the Bar
$5 Martinis, Sangria, Prosecco & Wine at the bar 7-11pm.
$21.95 Prix Fixe for Girls
TRY OUR NEW BRUNCH SPECIALS!
Shrimp Topped Bloody Mary’s $10
Fresh Fruit Sangria, Prosecco, Aperol Spritzers and Mimosa $7 Bottles of Rose $20
Try our additions: Breakfast Pizza • Nutella French Toast Eggs Benedict of the Day • Lobster Sliders SUNDAY BRUNCH • 12-4PM
MONDAY Prix Fixe Dinner & Wine Ofered All Night
WEDNESDAY | Steak Night
$27.95 Three Course Prix Fixe
THURSDAY | Wine Dinner Night
$27.95 Three Course Prix Fixe with Wine
FRIDAY | Happy Hour 3:30-6:30pm at the Bar
½ Price Appetizers • $5 Wines • $4 Pints
$3.50 Drinks and Domestic Bottles
SUNDAY | Ala Carte Brunch
$4 Sangria, Mimosas and Bloody Mary’s 12-4pm
$10 of Bottles of Wine for Everyone 90 Deer Park Avenue, Babylon Village 631.321.4900 www.theargylegrill.com
TUESDAY 1/2 Price Wine Flights
WEDNESDAY $10 OFF Any Full Bottle Of Wine
THURSDAY Ladies Night At The Bar • 9pm-11pm $6 Wines, Sangrias & Martinis • $10 Pizza
SUNDAY Dinner 4pm-10pm • $6 Sangrias, Aperol, Spritzers & Mimosas. BYO Wine, No Corkage Fee With Dinner!
Small Plates • Thin Crust Pizza • Mini Desserts Craft Beers • Over 150 Wines • More Than 50 Half Bottles 40 Wines By The Glass • Guided Wine Tastings Artisanal Cheeses & Cured Meats • Special Menu O fferings Private & Corporate Events
As a regular gent who likes to look good and not over spend, I can appreciate “mom and pop” clothing shops that are not only well priced, carry stylish clothes but of course, are located here in my native land of Long Island’s south shore. I have a mantra, “fashion is only expensive if you have no taste.” I grow tired of individuals dropping designer names and tell you how much it cost without solicitation. Yes, it’s true money can buy many things, but it can’t buy taste. On to my point; whether you are independently wealthy or on a budget, you can save some cash and find attractive styles within local shops that have more character to ofer than
department stores. I like to be smart with my money while I also like to look good, and this is how I do it. Remember, style is not about the clothes you wear, it’s about the attitude you carry.
Long Island has several climate personalities. I am sure you will agree the two most popular for the summer are super hot days on the ocean, and cool summer evenings at a waterfront lounge. Based on my extensive knowledge of both and the demand for new clothes, I went shopping. Afer filling in the friendly shop owners on my planned activities, I was provided with attire that looked great and was appropriate for the occasions. Even better, it didn’t cost a lot.
Dry to Wet to Dry
Perfect for a day where you feel amphibious. A muscle exposing tank and quick drying board shorts will prepare you for the wetness you so much enjoy on a day the sun is blazing. Don’t forget the floating sandals in case you get pushed in without notice.
AVAILABLE AT:
Nalu Dry Goods, Main Street - Bay Shore
Blue Nautical Tank by Alpha Beta: $30
Black Board Shorts by Quicksilver: $59
Flip Flops by Locals: $12
When the Sun Goes Down
Even on the hottest days, there can be a chill when partaking in local nightlife, especially bay or ocean side. Don’t wind up underdressed and uncomfortable for the night out. Lightweight cotton tops mimic a second skin that keeps you covered but not “covered.”
Pair a dark top with classic white pants to give personal style a little more punch. Since you’re mostly covered and its summer, forget the closed shoes and keep it casual.
Tip: Always call ahead and ask about the dress code. Open toed shoes for men are not always adequate.
AVAILABLE AT: In2ition Mercantile, Montauk Hwy - Oakdale
NAVY V-Neck Organic Cotton Tee $22 • White Carpenter Pants $25 Yellow Paper Bead Necklace $15
Guys, take the summer and make it yours. Explore new spots of the mainstream and pick up some attire that’s cool but not costly. Mom and pop stores take the time to carefully select the goods they carry, and believe it or not, afer my experience, can compete with
larger retailers. I got personalized service and found a lot more I liked compared to prior shopping in bigger stores. Next time I need something to wear, I’ll walk across the street.
Matthew Ambrosio, Stylist www.ambrostyle.com
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Through stages of evolution the Barnacle has adapted a suction cup, helping bring more muscle more places. Stick it to any smooth surface! Whether you are getting frothy before a surf, cruising on your SUP, cranking tunes on the kayak, or groovin’ in the shower - this Bluetooth speaker (sea creature) will endure anything Mother Nature throws at you.
goodreads
Summertime is about vacations and getting together with family and friends, but it’s also about relaxing. What better way to unwind than with a day at the beach, or pool reading a good book. Here’s our list of great summer reads.
If you like your beach reads to be soapy, sassy, and packed with romance, then this recent release is a must-read. Beach Town tells the story of Greer Hennessy, a movie location scout who is at risk of losing her job unless she can find the perfect town to shoot the studio’s next big movie. When she finds a great location, she comes into conflict with the local mayor, who doesn’t want a Hollywood film crew invading his peaceful town. Packed with lots of steamy romance and tons of drama, this is the perfect book to read on a hot summer day.
Have you been binge-watching episodes of the Wolf Hall TV series? Then it’s time to read the book that started it all. This award-winning book explores life at the court of Henry VIII, with lots of scandal and intrigue. The focus, refreshingly, is a little bit less Anne and Henry, and a bit more Thomas Cromwell. This historical novel is great for history bufs, but fans of TV shows like Scandal and The Tudors will also find a lot to like here.
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Arguably one of the most hotly anticipated books coming out this summer, Mr. Mercedes re-introduces characters last seen in King’s novel Mr. Mercedes. While elements of this novel’s plot seem reminiscent of King’s earlier story Misery, voracious Stephen King fans are eager to get their hands on this thriller.
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SIZZLING SUMMER SMILES
Training Supplies Gift Certifcates
• Call to arrange a visit and tour with your best friend
• New Classes are now being formed
• Also introducing the art of Dog Weight Pulling
• Check our Website for Detailed Class Information, More Schedules
- Upcoming Events - Seminars
- Shows Many Great Events Happening here in Bay Shore!
Dog-Friendly Summer Outings
Gardiner County Park
Montauk Hwy and Manor Lane, Bay Shore
This public park ofers more than 230 acres of nature trails and water access on the Great South Bay. Dogs may play and swim in the water or take a stroll along one of the many wooded hiking trails, as long as they’re on a leash. As one of the truly dog-friendly beaches on Long Island, it ofers everything from a special canine loop to drinking water just for dogs. It also features a picnic area, a playground and a gazebo for the rest of the family
Hecksher State Park
East Islip, 631.581.2100
Dogs must be kept on a leash 6 feet in length or shorter, with access to the undeveloped areas only.
Shadmoor State Park
Montauk 631-668-3781
Dogs are welcome in the park year-round when kept on a 6 foot leash. Features more than 2,400 feet of ocean beach accessed by two stairways.
More and more of the wineries are opening their doors to dogs. At Jamesport Vineyards and Martha Clara Vineyards well behaved dogs not only are allowed to explore the picturesque grounds, but they may also join you in the tasting room as long as they’re on a leash.
Jamesport Vineyards
Jamesport, 631.722.5256
Martha Clara Vineyards Riverhead, 631.298.0075
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Fire Island National Seashore
The general rule of thumb is that New York beaches are dog friendly during the of-season, but from May 1 to September 30, dogs are either prohibited or limited to certain hours. Many Fire Island beaches allow dogs between March 15 and Labor Day on the bayside beaches of Fire Island. Check before you plan your visit with your dog by calling the individual beaches.
Use this link for Long island dog parks http://www.lidog.org/li_dogparks.htm
Use this link for National Seashore information on where you can take your dog www.nps.gov/fiis/planyour visit/pets.htm
Doggie Uk9 Academy
1515D Industrial Court, Bay Shore, 631.968.7972
This training facility ofers several levels of agility classes. Dogs run around a 50 by 65 foot ring and through a variety of obstacles. Agility calls for the dogs and owner to work as a team to tackle the course. Common obstacles include a teeter totter and bar jump. Call to arrange a visit and tour with you and your dog. Ongoing classes include rally and weight pulling and more.
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East-West Stone & a large selection of natural stone veneers
