Immerse yourself in the whimsical world of William Shakespeare, right in your own neighborhood! Each summer, in addition to art classes, concerts, movie nights, and showcases, the Islip Arts Council (IAC) presents a free Shakespeare in the Park series throughout the Town of Islip. This year, a small group of actors from Studio Theatre of […]

John Searles has worn just about every hat the publishing world offers: novelist, editor, book critic, television pundit, and, perhaps most importantly, a passionate reader. After years of helping shape books and magazines, including a long stint at Cosmopolitan, he has written five unforgettable novels: Boy Still Missing, Strange But True (later adapted into a feature film), Help for the […]

As we approach mid-August, our upcoming issue of Fire Island News covers a range of topics near and dear to Fire Islanders and residents who live by the Great South Bay. First, let’s start with the compelling artwork on our front cover, contributed by Long Island-based artist Michael White. It was a big hit in […]

During its July 25 meeting, the Saltaire Board of Trustees discussed fire and emergency response coverage, expansion of the village’s composting program, a proposed memorial bench, and ongoing noise concerns. One of the meeting’s main items was a proposed policy allowing certain full-time village employees who live off-island to respond to fire and emergency calls […]

Suffolk County Marine Bureau, New York State Park Police, and the U.S. Coast Guard responded to a boating incident at the piers of Captree State Park at 8:37 p.m. on Friday night, resulting in the death of a 58-year-old man. According to reports, the man was attempting to launch his 16-foot Boston Whaler when witnesses […]

In today’s competitive Long Island housing market, many sellers are asking the same question: “How can I maximize my home’s value and leave a lasting first impression on potential buyers?” While kitchen renovations, fresh paint, and new landscaping often come to mind, one upgrade that is frequently overlooked is custom window treatments.  Designer blinds, shutters, […]

Kawaii Art Workshop   Saturday, August 8 (11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.) Kids can explore the playful world of Kawaii art during a beginner-friendly workshop hosted by the Islip Arts Council on Saturday, August 8, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The one-hour class will introduce young artists to the fundamentals of Kawaii-style drawing, including color, shapes, […]

On July 11, I performed at the Cherry Grove Community House. It was my 72nd consecutive year dancing and dressing up. “I’m Still Here.” It was a very special show with a brilliant cast who supported me at every level. My two special guests were the talented Daniel Reichard and Seth Sikes. The cast included […]

Things got quieter after the Invasion in Fire Island Pines. The weekends are filled with homeowners, guests, day-trippers, and lots of hopefuls. The water taxis are busy shuttling people back and forth to the Grove and Pines, attending parties, dinners, and tea dances. We enjoyed the food and the service at The Bistro. I thought […]

Last Ferry, First Lady once again brought exceptional cabaret, theater, and music to Fire Island’s historic stage. Something old, something new, something borrowed, and yes, something blue. The “something new” was a beautiful baby grand piano, generously donated by Evelyn Danko, and it was played publicly for the first time at the Cherry Grove Community […]