Chili Tasting at Patchogue Fest + LI Restaurant Week is Here!

Good morning!

The Yankees are back in the World for the first time time since 2009. Alas, the Mets fell to the Dodgers last night, so no subway series. The series starts on Friday.

Did you enjoy the fall festival? See some images from the day below.

Have a great day

-Brian Grant, managing editor, writer

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Long Island Restaurant Week

Since its launch in 2006, Long Island Restaurant Week has become a highly anticipated event. Running from Sunday to Sunday, the fall edition, happening from October 27 to November 3, brings affordable dining options to food lovers across Long Island. Prix fixe menus are available for lunch at $24, and dinners are offered at $29, $39, or $46, with participating restaurants scattered across the island.

This year, our local area boasts a fantastic selection of participating venues. Local diners can choose from a variety of cuisines, including Italian, American, Mexican, and seafood.

Local Participating Restaurants:

- Avino's Italian Table – Bellport, Italian (Prix fixe: $46)

- Chachama – East Patchogue, New American (Prix fixe: $39)

- Chops – Patchogue, Steakhouse (Prix fixe: $24 / $46)

- Don Quijote Restaurant – Patchogue, Mexican (Prix fixe: $24 / $39)

- Drift 82 – Patchogue, American (Prix fixe: $46)

- Harbor Crab Co. – Patchogue, Seafood (Prix fixe: $24 / $29 / $39 / $46)

- RHUM – Patchogue, Caribbean (Prix fixe: $24 / $39)

- Ruta Oaxaca Mexican Cuisine – Patchogue, Mexican (Prix fixe: $24 / $39)

- Shands General – Patchogue, American (Prix fixe: $46)

- South Ocean Grill – Patchogue, American (Prix fixe: $24 / $39 / $46)

- Stella Trattoria & Bar – Blue Point, Italian (Prix fixe: $46)

- The Fish Store – Bayport, Seafood (Prix fixe: $46)

- The Oar Steak & Seafood Grill – Patchogue, Seafood (Prix fixe: $46)

With such a diverse selection, Long Island Restaurant Week offers a perfect opportunity for residents and visitors alike to experience the best of the local culinary scene. Be sure to reserve your spot early to take advantage of these delicious deals!

Patchogue Fall Festival

Patchogue’s annual fall festival once again brought warmth and cheer to the community on Saturday, October 19, as attendees flocked to Main Street for a fun-filled day of seasonal activities. One of the main highlights were the chili tasting contest chowder tasting contest.

My wife and I only participated in the chill contest which drew 15 contestants serving up their best versions of the hearty dish. Thirteen of the chili dishes were sampled, two had run out by the time we got there.

Our top contenders were in no particular order, Whiskey Neat, Arooga, Standard Rec, Village Idiot, and Chops, who all impressed with their unique flavors. Looking forward to seeing who is the official winner will be when announced.

The festival, running from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., also featured live music, pumpkin decorating, and Halloween-themed fun for all ages. The streets were packed with residents and visitors enjoying the bright autumn day, delicious food, and sense of community that Patchogue’s fall festival never fails to deliver. For those looking to reconnect with neighbors or make new memories, this festival once again hit the mark.

Local Pulse

🍗 T’s Chicken and Fish is closing its Bellport location after nearly four years of serving the community. The restaurant is pulling out due to reasons not disclosed in the announcement. Read more from Daily Voice.

🌬️ New York’s offshore wind leader, Ørsted, announced on October 18 that it has submitted a finalized proposal for its Long Island Wind project. The project aims to deliver more clean energy and boost job creation while supporting the state's renewable energy goals. Read more from AJOT.

⚖️ A Miller Place man has pleaded guilty to causing the death of a Patchogue woman and selling fentanyl to a Lake Grove father, which resulted in the poisoning of his 11-month-old infant. The tragic incidents highlight the dangerous impact of the opioid crisis. Read more from LongIsland.com.

Community Highlights

• The Silent Book Club in Patchogue, NY, is hosting a relaxing reading event at Patchogue-Medford Library, where book lovers can enjoy quiet time together. Silent Book Club

• Vivian Green is performing live at Stereo Garden in Patchogue, NY, on December 7, 2024, offering an exciting evening of soulful music. Vivian Green Concert

• The Stronger Seniors program in Bellport focuses on gentle stretching, balance exercises using resistance bands, and low-impact cardio, designed to improve mobility and strength for older adults. The session takes place on Monday, October 21, from 11:00am to 12:00pm at 4 Bell St, Bellport. [Stronger Seniors]

• Join Professor Loretta Corbisiero for a lecture on "Medieval to Gothic: Mythical Beasts, Sacred Symbolism, and Guardians in Stone" on October 25 at 7:00 PM, accompanied by wine selections curated by Lori Devlin. The event explores the artistic evolution from the Medieval to Gothic periods, highlighting changes in European religious, cultural, and social dynamics. Patchogue Arts Council • MOCA L.I. | 20 Terry Street, Patchogue, NY 11772.

Village of Patchogue Board Meeting

At the October 15, 2024, meeting, the Village Board approved routine items, including bill payments, budget transfers, and new accounts, while also providing updates on several important projects. Paving and beautification efforts continue, with speed bumps installed on newly repaved streets and hanging baskets adding charm to Waverly Avenue. The board also addressed community events, upcoming personnel changes, and ongoing environmental initiatives like invasive species removal and shell restoration. Notably, discussions around the growing wildlife nuisance at North Ocean Avenue and future public safety measures were front and center, along with plans for enhancing Main Street with a speaker system for events and emergencies. Upcoming events include the Fall Festival, Boat Parade, and holiday festivities.

Local Sports

Here’s a recap of recent local sports action on 10/17.

• Boys Soccer 

  Bellport 0 Deer Park 3

  Fall Girls Volleyball 

  Bayport-Blue Point 0 Sayville 3

  Field Hockey 

  Bayport-Blue Point 0 Miller Place 1

  Girls Tennis 

  Bayport-Blue Point 7 Mt Sinai 0

  Girls Soccer 

  Bayport-Blue Point 7 Port Jefferson 0

  Fall Girls Gymnastics 

  Patchogue-Medford 159.15 East Islip 156.15

🏈 Cooper Fuller’s 3-yard touchdown run in the fourth quarter lifted Bayport-Blue Point to a 12-7 win over Babylon in Suffolk Division IV football. Fuller rushed for 180 yards, while Traigh Tommasone’s late interception helped secure the victory, keeping Bayport-Blue Point unbeaten at 6-0.

🏈 Half Hollow Hills High School East dominated Bellport Senior High School in varsity football on October 18, 2024, with a 21-0 shutout in Huntington Station. The victory showcased a strong performance by the Half Hollow Hills team.

🏈 Jayden Jean rushed for 174 yards and two touchdowns, leading Bay Shore to a 27-14 win over Patchogue-Medford. Eriq St. Louis added a 75-yard TD catch, while Brett Rupolo scored both a rushing and passing touchdown for Patchogue-Medford.

🎾 Bayport-Blue Point’s Lily Castka has been named High School Girls Tennis Athlete of the Week. The sophomore has been instrumental in her team's success, dominating singles matches with impressive performances. Read more from Newsday.

🏊‍♀️ The women were led by senior Brenna Horan from Bayport, N.Y., who posted a lifetime best in the 1000-yard freestyle. Despite her strong performance, Le Moyne couldn't clinch the win against St. Bonaventure. Read more from Le Moyne Athletics.

🏉 Bayport-Blue Point High School introduced students to non-contact rugby for the first time, as part of their physical education curriculum. RugbyNY President Matthew Persanis and coach Tim Downey hosted clinics, and student feedback has been overwhelmingly positive. Read more from BBP Schools.

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