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Saturday, January 31 Sweets and Treats Expo If you’ve got a sweet tooth and love shopping small, visit the Sweets and Treats Expo at Great South Bay Brewery, 25 Drexel Drive, Bay Shore, from noon to 6 p.m. The full-scale indulgence brings together artisan sweets, gourmet treats, and interactive experiences, all under one roof at the brewery! Whether you’re searching for the perfect Valentine’s Day gift, planning a fun weekend outing, or just ready to treat yourself, this event delivers something for everyone. For details, visit greatsouthbaybrewery.com.

So Long January, Hello February! What’s Happening this Weekend and the Week Ahead Along the Great South Bay

Posted on January 29, 2026

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

The Fire Island beaches look as beautiful as postcards with plentiful dunes and wide expanses, in part due to massive amounts of sand used to replenish them. And summer winds have been shifting sand back to the beach ever since Super Storm Sandy and other storms took big bites out of the shore.

New York State Authorizes $1.7 Billion to Fund Fire Island to Montauk Point Storm Resilience

Posted on September 14, 2025

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HELP WANTED: Do You Have the Right Stuff? Great South Bay News Seeks Contributors

Posted on September 2, 2025

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August in All Her Glory: Music, Movies, Crafts, and Oyster Festivals All Happening this Week

Posted on August 14, 2025

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August Begins with Movies, Music, Sports, and Theater

Posted on August 1, 2025

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In the Heart of July: Things to Do on the South Shore and Fire Island

Posted on July 11, 2025

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