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🧘 A new wellness center has opened at Bayport-Blue Point High School, providing students with a calm space to manage stress and focus on mental health. The center offers resources like yoga, art therapy, and counseling to support student well-being. [Patch]

💵 New York's minimum wage is set to increase on January 1, benefiting workers across the state. The changes will vary by region, aiming to align with cost-of-living differences and provide greater financial stability. [InformNNY]

🚨 A pedestrian was struck in East Patchogue, and police are investigating the incident. The victim was transported to the hospital with injuries, but further details have not been released. [Patch]

👩‍🍳 Eastern Suffolk BOCES students recently visited Stony Brook University to explore culinary arts, gaining hands-on experience in a professional kitchen. The program aims to inspire future chefs by showcasing career opportunities in the food industry. [Stony Brook News]

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This Day in History

A Historic Home’s Journey Across the Bay: A Remarkable Feat of 1928

The December 7, 1928, issue of The Patchogue Advance recounts a fascinating spectacle: the relocation of the historic Carman home from Massapequa to Bellport via the Great South Bay. This grand, colonial-style house, constructed in 1811, took an extraordinary journey aboard three large scows, drawing the curious eyes of shoreline residents as it cruised steadily towards its new destination on Howell’s Point.

The 44-foot-long and 34-foot-deep home, notable for its fine craftsmanship and original finishes, had to make way for suburban development in Massapequa. Its new owner, William Hickins, of Bellport, commissioned James A. Brownie to orchestrate the move. Starting near Amityville, the house was loaded onto scows and towed by a tugboat in what must have been a delicate and intricate operation.

Residents along the bay were treated to an unusual sight: the stately home gliding along the water like a floating mansion. The event, both practical and whimsical, captivated onlookers and became the talk of the community. Once settled on Barberry Road in Bellport, the home was destined for a new life as a permanent residence overlooking the bay.

This extraordinary feat highlights the ingenuity of the era, the value placed on preserving history, and the lengths to which one could go to maintain a sense of architectural heritage. The story of the Carman home is a testament to the enduring appeal of Long Island’s historic homes and the creative efforts made to preserve them.

Local Charity

Community Highlights

• The Patchogue Arts Council, Ratgrrl, and Toast Coffeehouse present It’s A Wonderful Holiday Artist Market on December 7 & 14, 2024, from 6:00–10:00 PM. Explore curated vendors, live painting, raffles, and an outdoor screening of It’s A Wonderful Life while enjoying Toast Coffeehouse refreshments.

• The Gabino Catering Hall is hosting a Holiday Gift Fair on December 14, 2024, in Medford, NY, featuring unique gift items, holiday decor, and local vendors. Learn more about the event here.

• Don't Tell Comedy is bringing its secret pop-up comedy show to Long Island on December 14, 2024, featuring a surprise lineup of comedians and an undisclosed venue revealed only to ticket holders.

• The Keep it Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl is coming to Patchogue, inviting participants to don their ugliest holiday sweaters and enjoy drink specials, festive fun, and prizes on December 21.

• The Gateway Playhouse brings the magic of Broadway to Bellport with its current production of Irving Berlin's White Christmas, running from November 29 to December 29, 2024.Experience this heartwarming musical adaptation featuring classic songs and captivating performances.

• The Yaphank Historical Society is hosting its Annual Holiday House Tour, offering a festive exploration of historic homes beautifully decorated for the season. [Patchogue Patch]

• Playing December 6–12, A Real Pain stars Jesse Eisenberg and Kieran Culkin as mismatched cousins on a heartfelt journey through Poland, exploring family history and old tensions in this comedy-drama. [Plaza Cinema & Media Arts Center]

• Moving Pictures is bringing the iconic sound of RUSH to The Edge at Lulu’s on Friday, December 6th at 7:00 PM. Enjoy an electrifying tribute to the legendary rock trio for a night of classic rock brilliance. [The Edge at Lulu’s]

• The Patchogue Arts Council is hosting LIR: Long Island Relief Prints, an engaging exhibition showcasing the art of relief printing by talented Long Island artists. Explore the creativity and craftsmanship on display at this inspiring event!

  
  

Local Sports

Here are the latest scores from 12/4.

Boys Basketball
Rocky Point 54 Bayport-Blue Point 56

Wrestling
Eastport/S Manor 24 Bellport 54

Girls Basketball
Wyandanch 44 Miller Place 62

That's all for now! Stay tuned for more updates on our local teams.

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