New Flavors, Big Plans & Big Win

Issue #199

Author

Brian Grant
June 02, 2025

Good Morning,

Note from the Editor

June marks the official launch of our new Patchogue Live Local community site! 🎉 It’s going to be your go-to place for everything happening around town, now with a community calendar, coupons, and tools to help you post, share, and stay in the loop. The soft launch over the weekend lets you sign up and start seeing events and deals as they get added. Take a look and sign up at PatchogueLiveLocal.com

We will roll out more features and content throughout the month.

-Brian Grant, managing editor, writer

Local Pulse

🔥 The former South Ocean Grill is back as The Grill on South Ocean, now run by longtime local bartender Jean Pierre, who worked at the original spot and brings a fresh, Long Island-focused vibe to the revived Patchogue favorite. The revamped menu features everything from lobster grilled cheese to Great South Bay oysters. Greater Long Island

🌊 The Sandbar has taken over the former Baja Boathouse in Patchogue, offering a breezy waterfront vibe with seafood-forward dishes, a raw bar, and lively indoor-outdoor spaces anchored by a 37-slip marina. Expect cocktails, live music, and beachy brunches at this new summer hotspot. Newsday

📚 Peter David, a beloved force in science fiction, fantasy, and comics, died on May 24 in Patchogue at age 68. Known for his witty, character-driven storytelling across Star Trek, The Incredible Hulk, and countless novels, David's passion for genre fiction made him a cherished figure among fans. The PressReader

🚔 A 46-year-old man from Bellport, N.Y., wanted for homicide, was arrested during a traffic stop in Shaker Heights, Ohio, after police confirmed his identity as the passenger. The arrest was detailed in the latest police blotter. Cleveland.com

🚨 A crash at the intersection of Southaven Ave and Richmond Ave in Medford on May 30 left multiple people injured, prompting an emergency response just after noon. Officials are investigating the cause, as the residential area is known for high crash risks due to limited traffic controls.

Community Highlights

The Patchogue Community Development Agency will meet on June 5, 2025, at 6:00 PM to discuss financial updates, the Community Development Block Grant Program, and revisions to the Housing Choice Voucher Program’s Administrative Plan. [Village of Patchogue]

The Bayport-Blue Point Heritage Association has begun its Summer House Tours at Meadow Croft Estate, offered every weekend from June through October, with trained docents guiding visitors Saturdays and Sundays from 2:00–4:00 PM. [Bayport-Blue Point Heritage Association]

The Bellport Village Court will be open for ticket payments on Monday, June 2nd from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM at 4 Bell St, Bellport. Payments can be made via check, cash, or money order to the Village of Bellport Justice Court. [Village of Bellport]

The Plaza Cinema & Media Arts Center is screening Lilly from May 30 to June 4, 2025. This PG-13 drama, directed by Rachel Feldman and starring Patricia Clarkson, portrays the real-life story of Lilly Ledbetter's fight for equal pay. Tickets are $10 for adults, $7 for students, and $6 for members. Showtimes and tickets are available at plazamac.

The Village of Bellport will hold Voter Registration Day on Saturday, June 7, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Bellport Village Hall. Residents must appear in person with a valid village photo ID card, which must be processed before 12 noon that day. [Village of Bellport]

The Village of Patchogue is hosting its Annual Patchogue Pride Parade on Sunday, June 8 at 12:00 PM, marching west along Main Street in celebration of love, diversity, and equality. [Patchogue Village]

PAC-MOCA is hosting its 2025 Skateboarding Festival in Patchogue on June 29, blending skateboarding, live music, art, and a special film screening with pro skater Chad Caruso.

Harmony Cafe is offering a free container gardening class on June 16 at the Patchogue-Medford Library, where participants will learn how to grow their own food in small spaces—plant and soil provided, just bring a container. [Patchogue-Medford Library]

Join the community on June 8th for a beach clean-up at Bellport Marina, helping to keep the shoreline beautiful from 10:45am to 1:00pm. [Bellport Marina]

The Kiwanis Club of Patchogue is hosting its first-ever Bayfest BBQ on June 14 at Fireman’s Park, featuring food, drinks, games, live music, and a $25,000 sweepstakes raffle—each $100 ticket includes entry and a chance to win. [Kiwanis Club of Patchogue]

The Patchogue Outdoor Market kicks off its 2025 season on June 8 with over 30 vendors, live music, demos, and giveaways—including free tote bags and cranberry vodka for early birds. [Patchogue Outdoor Market]

The Patchogue Arts Council is now accepting submissions for its Annual Juried Members Exhibition, Patchworks 2025, running from July 26 to September 7, with a reception on opening day. Open to all current members, artists can submit up to two works in any medium by the June 25 deadline. [Patchogue Arts Council]

Join the celebration at the Patchogue Lions 4th of July Parade on July 4 at 10:30 AM, honoring the theme “Stars, Stripes, and Trailblazers” and featuring Mayor Paul Pontieri as Grand Marshal. Patchogue Village Calendar

The Patchogue Arts Council has opened registration for its Paint the Great South Bay 2025 plein air event, where artists can paint scenes from Smith Point Beach to the Fire Island Lighthouse. The event runs June 27 to July 7, followed by an exhibition and Wet Paint Sale from July 10 to 20. [Patchogue Arts Council]

Experience a magical evening of original music with Robert Bruey and the Shadow Cats on June 7 at People’s Pub in Bayport—lilting harmonies, rich instrumentation, and poetic storytelling await. People’s Pub

Community Highlights

Local Sports

🥍 Bayport-Blue Point stormed to an early lead and held off a late Sayville rally to win the Suffolk Class C girls lacrosse championship, 9-7, reclaiming the title they lost last season. With standout performances from Ava Meyn and Aubrie Eisfeld, the Phantoms now set their sights on the Long Island championship. Newsday

⚾ From the Bayport view, the Phantoms’ near-perfect season came to a tough end as Sayville stunned them with a four-run second inning en route to an 8-1 win in the Suffolk Class A final. Despite going 20-0 in the regular season, Bayport-Blue Point couldn’t overcome Sayville’s clutch hitting and settled for a third straight runner-up finish.

🥍 Boys lacrosse: Bayport-Blue Point entered halftime tied 5-5 in the Suffolk Class C final but couldn’t hold off Kings Park’s dominant second half, falling 13-6. Connor Curran, Dylan Craig, and Jamison Hawkins each scored twice, and Andrew Snyder made 14 saves, but the Phantoms' run as defending state champions came to a close.

🥇 Bellport High School’s boys sprint medley relay team clinched first place at the prestigious Glenn D. Loucks Games with a time of 3:31.94, earning them a spot at nationals. The team now ranks second-fastest in the state and eighth-fastest in event history. Patch

🏥 NYU Langone plans to invest $650 million into transforming its Patchogue facility, formerly Long Island Community Hospital, into a cutting-edge regional medical hub. The project includes a new 144-bed tower with private rooms and expanded services, aiming for a “tremendous impact” on the community. Yahoo News

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