Good Morning,

There is plenty happening close to home including overnight road work on Sunrise Highway and the new pollinator garden taking root in Patchogue. We also have summer house tours, and fresh concert news at Patchogue Theatre.

Here is what to know around town.

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Brian Grant
Editor

Overnight Road Closures on Sunrise Highway – The interchange of Sunrise Highway and Station Road in East Patchogue will be closed overnight starting Monday for road maintenance.  Read full story →

More than 50 volunteers gathered this past weekend to plant a large pollinator garden on the south side of Great Patchogue Lake. The community-driven project, organized by Citizens Campaign for the Environment in partnership with the Village of Patchogue, aims to protect bee and butterfly populations while reducing polluted stormwater runoff. The project was funded through a grant from the NYS Attorney General's office and the New York Community Trust.

BBP Heritage Association Summer House Tours Begin June 6 – The Bayport-Blue Point Heritage Association welcomes summer with house tours at the historic Meadow Croft Estate. Tours begin Saturday, June 6th and continue weekends through October, Saturdays and Sundays from 2:00–4:00 p.m. Visitors can explore the main house and carriage house while learning about local history. For more information, email jtbudge@gmail.com.

Just Announced at Patchogue Theatre – Two major shows just announced for the Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts. The My Generation Tour featuring The Lovin' Spoonful, Gary Lewis and the Playboys, and The Hollies starring Terry Sylvester comes to Patchogue on Thursday, October 15th at 8:00 p.m. Toad the Wet Sprocket brings their “Rings: The Acoustic Tour” to the theatre on Saturday, October 24th at 8:00 p.m. Artist presale begins Wednesday, June 3 at 10 a.m., with public on-sale Friday, June 5 at 10 a.m. More info at patchoguetheatre.org →

The Girl Scouts of Suffolk County are hosting their inaugural 'Tough Cookie' 5K Run & Family Fun Walk on Saturday, June 13 at Camp Edey in Bayport. The event features a 5K race at 9 a.m., a 1-mile family walk at 11 a.m., and Family Fun Day activities including games, crafts, and face painting. Proceeds support Girl Scout programs throughout Suffolk County.

Chambers Are Wild Breakfast Networking Event – The Bellport Chamber of Commerce invites members to one of the region's most popular networking events on Tuesday, June 10 from 7:30–9:00 a.m. at the Bellport Community Center. Connect with professionals from six local Chambers of Commerce, build new business relationships, and enjoy breakfast while making valuable connections. Advance registration is required and the event fills quickly. RSVP at info@bellportchamber.org →

Bayport-Blue Point Students Bring 'Shrek Jr.' to Life – James Wilson Young Middle School students transported audiences to the kingdom of Far Far Away with a sold-out production of "Shrek Jr. the Musical" on May 29 and 30.  Read full story →

Voter Registration Day for General Election – The Village of Bellport will hold Voter Registration Day on Saturday, June 6, 2026 from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Bellport Village Hall (29 Bellport Lane). View all Important Dates →