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Philly Pretzel Factory is Giving Free Pretzels to LI Residents for Pretzel Day
by Long Island Wave-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
by Long Island WaveAshley 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
by Long Island Wave-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
by Long Island Wave- 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…
Splish Splash opening for its Delayed 30th Season, Looking to Hire 1,000 New Staff Members
by Long Island WaveAfter 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
by Long Island WaveSaturday, 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
by Long Island Wave- 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…
TRITEC Continues its Success With the Anticipated Opening of The Wel Luxury Apartments in Lindenhurst
by Long Island WavePre-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
by Long Island WaveAs 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…
FREE-POD Delivery Service Continues its Charitable Work for those with Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities
by Long Island WaveThe 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
by Long Island Wave-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.…
Raynham Hall Museum in Oyster Bay to Host Virtual Book Launch
by Long Island WaveThe 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
by Long Island WaveOn 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
by Long Island WaveTaking 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
by Long Island WaveBay 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…
Sag Harbor Cinema Reopens Five Years after Devastating Fire
by Long Island WaveThe 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
by Long Island WaveThe 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
by Long Island WaveThe 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
by Long Island WaveThe 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
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…
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