Morning Bell: Coffee Chats

Issue #13

Author

Brian Grant
April 24, 2024

In This Issue of Patchogue Live Local

🏫 Local High Schools

🏰Meadow Croft's Journey

🏃 Local Sports Roundup

☕Coffee with a Curator

🎸 EagleMania

 📆 List of Events in the Greater Patchogue Area!

Chamber of Commerce

Local High Schools in Latest National Rankings

The U.S. News Best High Schools rankings are out. See how our schools fared.

Bayport-Blue Point High School shines brightly with a national rank of #1,570 and a state rank of #151, boasting an overall score of 91.11/100. The school highlights a robust Advanced Placement® participation rate of 66%.

Patchogue-Medford High School, with a national ranking of #3,268, presents a vibrant and inclusive atmosphere.. The school maintains a solid AP® participation rate of 34%, with an overall score of 81.49/100.

Meanwhile, Bellport Senior High School, ranked #8,538 nationally, continues to make significant strides in education. With an AP® participation rate of 34% and an overall score of 51.64/100.

Let's continue to support and celebrate the achievements of our local high schools, which pave the way for bright futures for their students.

Historic Places

Preserving History: Meadow Croft's Journey from Near Demolition to Cherished Museum

Meadow Croft, a pristine example of late 19th-century South Shore architecture, stands as a beacon of community-led historic preservation. Owned by Suffolk County and collaboratively managed with the Bayport-Blue Point Heritage Association, the estate now serves as a museum, reflecting the community's commitment to safeguarding its cultural heritage.

Meadow Croft, the historic summer residence of John Ellis Roosevelt, was once at risk of demolition but has been meticulously restored to its original grandeur. The estate, which includes a 19th-century farmhouse and additions from 1891 designed by architect Isaac H. Green, Jr., also features a carriage house, an auto house, a caretaker's cottage, and a swimming pool, all preserved with diligent care.

The restoration, initiated by the Bayport-Blue Point Heritage Association in 1984, utilized John E. Roosevelt’s detailed ledgers, family photographs, and physical evidence found within the estate to guide their efforts. The association's dedication ensured that the estate was authentically furnished with reproduction wallpapers, carpets, and period-appropriate antiques. Contributions from the Roosevelt family, including a grand piano and dining room furniture once used by President Theodore Roosevelt, underscored the historical accuracy and personal connection to the site.

Meadow Croft is a testament to what can be achieved when a community comes together to preserve its history. For more information or to arrange a visit, check out the Meadow Croft CONTACT page.

Local Sport Results

Hello sports fans! Here's your local sports roundup from 4/22 high school games .

SOFTBALL Bellport 5, East Hampton 7 Bayport-Blue Pt 17, Shoreham WR 2 Patchogue-Medford 5, Ward Melville 4

BOYS TENNIS Patchogue-Medford 6, Longwood 0

BASEBALL Bayport-Blue Pt 4, Babylon 2 Bellport 0, Smithtown West 10

GIRLS LACROSSE Bellport 5, Babylon 11

That wraps up our local scores for the day. Whether you're cheering from the bleachers or following from home, keep supporting our school teams. See you at the next game!

The Arts

Bridging Art and Community: "Coffee with a Curator" Offers Insight and Inspiration

This May, the Patchogue Arts Council invites you to deepen your appreciation of contemporary art with "Coffee with a Curator," an enriching event scheduled for May 4, 2024, at noon. Held at MoCA L.I. and available online via Zoom, this gathering promises an intimate discussion between the artists of the "Eccentric Abstraction" exhibition and the curator, shedding light on the profound processes behind their creations.

"Eccentric Abstraction" presents the work of four artists whose innovative methods turn ordinary materials into extraordinary art. Their works stand out not only for their aesthetic appeal but also for the labor-intensive techniques that underscore the final presentation, inviting viewers to consider both the art and the effort involved.

The event will showcase artists like Stephanie Beck, who blends architecture and organic forms using wood; Sky Kim, whose meditative watercolors evoke spiritual states; Christina Massey, who creatively repurposes craft beer cans into intricate sculptures; and Sui Park, who transforms synthetic materials into fluid, organic shapes.

Join the community on May 4, registration details are available online. https://patchoguearts.org/coffee-with-a-curator/

Experience the Magic of the Eagles with EagleMania: The World’s Greatest Tribute Band

Get ready for a night of nostalgia and top-notch musical performance with EagleMania, renowned as the world’s greatest Eagles tribute band. Set to take the stage on August 10, 2024, at the Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts, this concert is a must-see for any fan of The Eagles.

For over a decade, EagleMania has captivated fans across the globe, meticulously replicating the unmistakable sound of The Eagles. Their performances are a masterclass in musicianship, featuring spectacular five-part harmonies and impressive guitar solos that mirror the original band’s recordings. The show includes an array of Eagles’ classics along with select hits from solo projects of Don Henley, Glenn Frey, and Joe Walsh.

Tickets for this much-anticipated event will go on sale to the public on Friday, April 26, at 10 AM, following an exclusive presale for artist and PTPA members beginning Wednesday, April 24.

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