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Sunday, November 16 Poinsettia Paper Quilling Workshop BAFFA Art Gallery will conduct a Poinsettia Paper Quilling Workshop with Carol McMahon on Sunday, November 16th, at the Gallery from 1 to 3 p.m.. Tickets are required for this workshop. Cost is $30.00 for BAFFA members and $35.00 for non-members. For additional information, visit www.BAFFA.org. The BAFFA Art Gallery is located at 47 Gillette Avenue in Sayville.

In the Heart of November: Things to Do Over the Week Ahead Along the Great South Bay and Beyond on Long Island

Posted on November 13, 2025

November feels nostalgic along the Great South Bay, as the cool, salty coastal breezes blend with the scent of smoky fireplaces inviting us home. Our latest edition of Great South Bay News honors these cherished autumn traditions.

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TOUCHDOWN! The Rites of Autumn are Celebrated in the November Edition of Great South Bay News

Posted on November 12, 2025

General Election Day is scheduled for November 4 this year, with early voting starting on October 25 and ending on November 2. Although 2025 does not include a Presidential Election, a midterm election, or a gubernatorial race, our local officials can greatly influence our lives through their decisions and policies.

Election Day on the Great South Bay: The 2025 Guide

Posted on October 23, 2025

Babylon Village is mourning the loss of cherished resident and beloved Trustee Sean Goodwin, whose unwavering devotion to serving his community will remain within the hearts of his family, friends, colleagues, neighbors, and all who crossed his path. On Tuesday, September 2, 2025, Sean passed away after a battle with lung cancer at the age of 65. His light and legacy will continue to enrich the Babylon Village, and he will be deeply missed.

Honoring the Life and Service of Babylon Village Trustee Sean Goodwin

Posted on October 21, 2025

Saturday, October 18 Howl-O-Ween Pet Costume Contest The Town of Islip Animal Shelter invites you and your furry friend to a Pet Halloween Costume Contest at the Islip Animal Shelter, 200 South Technology Drive, Central Islip, at 1 p.m. A $5 cash entry fee grants you access to the competition! Donate unused pet costumes to the shelter for the adorable shelter dogs to wear at the event! Please RSVP to animalshelter@Islipny.gov by October 15 to participate!

Get Scary as Halloween Approaches in October

Posted on October 17, 2025

Former NYPD officer Stanley Cadet was indicted on charges of manslaughter, assault and more for his role in a fatal high-speed crash in West Islip that killed Anna Wilson, 22, in 2024.

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Ex-NYPD officer indicted on manslaughter for fatal high-speed crash in West Islip

Sunday, October 12 Fall Festival & Mourning at the Manor Reel in the fall with a day of activities at Sagtikos Manor, 677 West Montauk Highway, Bay Shore, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Enjoy craft demonstrators, sheep shearing, children’s activities, a puppet show, live music, and food vendors. Featured is Mourning at the Manor, a historic reenactment of a Victorian wake. Join in the reenactment of the funeral procession and meet some of the family spirits along the way! Admission: $12 for adults, $10 for seniors, and $6 for children.

Columbus Day Weekend and Beyond: Great South Bay Area Events Through mid-October

Posted on October 10, 2025

Directed by Evan Pappas, Sister Act is full of fun and surprises, vibrant songs, and spectacular dancing.

“Sister Act” at Babylon’s Argyle Theater

Posted on October 9, 2025

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Hello October! Things to Do this Week on Fire Island and around the Great South Bay

Posted on October 3, 2025

The Alzheimer’s Association will be hosting its signature fundraising event, the Walk to End Alzheimer’s, in North Babylon next month. This year’s walk is one of several the organization will be hosting in the Long Island region and is scheduled for Sunday, October 19, with a 10 a.m. opening ceremony at Belmont Lake State Park. Participants will walk or run a two-mile course within the park.

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North Babylon Alzheimer’s Walk Kicks Off October 19

Posted on September 22, 2025

The Suffolk County District Attorney's Office Biological, Environmental, and Animal Safety Team (BEAST), along with Suffolk County Police Detectives and Suffolk County Crime Stoppers, is seeking the public’s help to identify and locate the person who threw two kittens out of a moving vehicle in West Babylon in June.

Suffolk County District Attorney Office Seeks Your Help in Locating Person Who Committed Act of Animal Cruelty in West Babylon

Posted on September 19, 2025

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September Still Solid: Things to Do on Fire Island and Around the Great South Bay This Week

Posted on September 19, 2025

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