48th Annual Patchogue Main Street Christmas Parade

Saturday., Nov. 27, 6 pm, 48th Annual Patchogue Main Street Christmas Parade. This years theme is Go-Green Christmas, starts on West Main St. & West Avenue ends at Rider Avenue. For more info call 631-475-4302.

17th Annual Christmas Holiday Boat Parade on the Beautiful Patchogue River

Sunday, Nov. 21, 6 pm, 17th Annual Christmas Holiday Boat Parade on the Beautiful Patchogue River. The main Viewing and Official Judging review, is at Sandspit Park in Patchogue on the Patchogue River, that's the Davis Park Ferry terminal, at 10 Brightwood St. Admission is FREE for all and the park opens to the public at 4:30. Our Parade this year is Hosted by your Brookhaven Town Clerk, Pat Eddington with Live Holiday music by Ed Travers. Bundle up the family and make an evening of it... Food and refreshments will be available, and as always Santa will be arriving on the last boat, to meet the kids! Visit http://www.patchogueboatparade.com/  for information, application and event poster.

PRE-Parade Boat Viewing

Saturday, Nov. 20, 5 pm PRE-Parade Boat Viewing [One day before the 17th Annual Christmas holiday Boat Parade on the Beautiful patchogue River] This year we are proud to announce "The peoples choice award" All boat entries will be on display at the following, riverfront restaurant/marinas The Harbor Crab, Oar House and the Off Key Tikki, All are invited to come, view, vote and enjoy these beautiful holiday boats, meet the people that make it happen and of course cast your vote for your favorite.... Free Water Taxi service is available from Location to Location.

3rd Patchogue Arts Festival - A Day of Art, Poetry and Music - Sun., October 24th, 12-8pm - FREE TODAY!!!

Sun., October 24th, 12-8pm - FREE TODAY!!!


3rd Patchogue Arts Festival - A Day of Art, Poetry and Music

The Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts, 71 E. Main St., Patchogue, NY 11772

The Patchogue Arts Council in Collaboration with the Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts is excited to be coming together again for the the 3rd Patchogue Arts Festival, a day of FREE Art, Poetry featuring Long Island Poets, Performance featuring ImprovTheater- Playback Long Island and Live in the Lobby, featuring Duets- Local Singer Songwriters Performing with Each Other!

Download the WAT Podcast to listen to while you stroll! Paradiddle Records
From Noon-2:30 join us for a reception celebrating the artists featured in this years PAC WAT and enjoy snacks provided by Blackbirds Grille in Sayville!
From 2:30-5 take a stroll, view the art, Check out the events listed below and grab a bite to eat!

From 2:30-4 Stop by the courtyard diagonally across the Theatre where kids of all ages can get creative and messy! Join us at this free event in painting a Monet inspired mural!

From 2:30-4:30 at Yochi Yogurt on S. Ocean Ave. the Plaza Media Arts Center will have video on display

From 12noon to close at the Brickhouse Brewery will be a video display of NY artists curated by video artist John Criscitello

From 12noon to 5 stop by C2 Gallery for their latest opening reception, St Joseph's College for their ongoing exhibit, WH Design Studio for their ongoing exhibit and The Shoppe for their local artisan made items (Addresses and more information listed below!)

Join us back in the Theatre at 5 for an evening of FREE live performance featuring:

Poets Michelle Whittaker, Father Robert Phelps, Tammy Nuzzo-Morgan, George Wallace, Sarah Gutowski, Dominick Quartuccio, and Erin White and Music by; Jennett Russell/Bob Wallen, Dan Welch/Josette Davids, Rorie Kelly/Larrin Gerard, Rorie Kelly/Jay Scott, Jay Scott/Jessie Haynes, Jessie Haynes/ Katie Pearlman Acoustic Fathom, Rick Eberle/Tara Eberle, Jon Preddice and Dave March

And a performance by IMPROVTHEATER!

More info visit www.patchoguetheatre.com/102410.htm or www.PACWAT.com

Meet the Candidates Night at Temple Beth El - Mon., Sep. 20, 10am

The Sisterhood of Temple Beth El present Meet the Candidates Night at Temple Beth El, 45 Oak Street, Patchogue, 7pm. Meet local candidates for the Senate, Congress, and Assembly. Voter registration will be available. Free and open to the public. For more information please call 631-475-1882

Patchogue Foundation presents The ITALIAN FESTIVAL of St. LIBERATA Sat., Oct. 2, 2010, 1-6pm [Rain Date Oct. 3]

The ITALIAN FESTIVAL of St. LIBERATA Please join the Greater Patchogue Foundation, Inc. Cultural Heritage Committee and spend the day in Patchogue at the four corners. Fun for the entire family and plenty of activities for children. Statue of St. Liberata will be present, bocce, italian karaoke, children's activities, music, and outside dinning and much more.

More info call 631-207-1000 or email info@patchoguechamber.com Sponsored by The Greater Patchogue Foundation, Inc. Cultural Heritage Committee.

The Patchogue Chamber of Commerce & Long Island Cares, Inc. – The Harry Chapin Food Bank present “STUFF A TRUCK” - Full of Food Day Sat., Sept. 25, 2010, 9am-5pm

The Patchogue Chamber of Commerce & Long Island Cares, Inc. – The Harry Chapin Food Bank present “STUFF A TRUCK” - Full of Food Day. Over 110,000 children, 283,700 people in total, on LI go to bed hungry, help us change this. Drop food off before September 25 to Remember Yesteryear Antiques, the Colony Shop and Briarcliff College. No Glass Jars! For more information please call LI Cares 631-582–FOOD or join us on September 25th at the King Kullen Supermarket, 499 S. Service Rd [off Sunrise Hwy] Patchogue to "STUFF A TRUCK" full of food.

The Patchogue Chamber Business Promotions Committee present Oktoberfest - Cocktail Party & Auction, Friday Sept. 24

The Patchogue Chamber Business Promotions Committee present an Oktoberfest Fund Raiser - Cocktail Party & Auction. The evening includes a Cocktail Party [Hors d'oeuvres and Beer & Wine tasting] and Live Auction, many fabulous items to bid on. $25pp in advance, $35.pp at door, limited seating - reserve early. Please send reservation and payment to Greater Patchogue Chamber of Commerce, 15 North Ocean Avenue, Patchogue, NY 11772. More info call 207-1000 or email info@patchoguechamber.com. The event is being held at the Knights of Columbus 38 West First Street, Patchogue.

3rd Patchogue Arts Council's Walking Arts Tour Fall 2010 Sat., Aug. 28 - Thurs., Nov. 4th, 2010 - ALL DAY

The Walking Arts Tour is an Exhibit where local artists submit their work to display in the windows and storefronts of local business! ART is display from Patchogue to Blue Point, Bayport and Sayville. Download the PODCAST so you can Hear About the Artists as you WALK and ENJOY. Or Visit the Walking Arts Tour website at http://www.pacwat.com/. THANK YOU SPONSORS and VOLUNTEERS!!! More info walkingartstour@yahoo.com  Download the Brochure of the 2010 Walking Arts Tour.

Labor Day Weekend - Need Something to Do!

Its Labor Day weekend already - need something to do? Patchogue had everything just waiting for you!

If its beach weather we have beautiful beaches. Patchogue is the "Gateway to Fire Island". We have two ferry terminals on the Patchogue River. First on West Avenue, you can visit the brand new Patchogue Fire Island National Seashore Ferry Terminal. This ferry will take you to Watch Hill, Fire Island. The second Ferry Terminal is located at Sandpits Marina that will take you to Davis Park, Leja Beach and Ocean Ridge, Fire Island. This is a Town of Brookhaven Park, Beach and Marina. Read more about Fire Island Destinations from Patchogue at www.patchogue.com/fire-island.htm.

Looking to toss a Frisbee, play a ball game or just sit and relax by the Great South Bay, the Greater Patchogue area has many parks. Read more about the parks for relaxing, boating or fishing at www.patchogue.com/parks-rec.htm.


Want to just to enjoy a meal out, check-out our extensive restaurant and pub list. Note if you want to sit by the water, listings are marked which locations are on the water www.patchogue.com/bus-restaurants-pubs.htm.

Or do you need to shop for barbecue fixings or the perfect deli sandwich, see our list of Markets and Deli’s www.patchogue.com/bus-markets-deli.htm.

Whatever you do – we at Patchogue.com wish you a happy, health and relaxing weekend.

3rd Patchogue Arts Council's Walking Arts Tour Fall 2010

The Walking Arts Tour is an Exhibit where local artists submit their work to display in the windows and storefronts of local businesses. ART is display from Patchogue to Blue Point, Bayport and Sayville. Download the PODCAST so you can hear about the Artists as you WALK and ENJOY. Or Visit the Walking Arts Tour website at www.PACWAT.com. PDF of Brochure/MAP to come soon. THANK YOU SPONSORS and VOLUNTEERS!!!  For more info email walkingartstour@yahoo.com

Village of Patchogue Summer Concert Series, The Jay Scott Big Band & Grand Case Scenario, Original Folk, Blues & Jazz, Sat., Aug. 28th, 7-9pm

All Welcome! Bring you Lawn Chair down to the Shorefront Park Bandshell, Smith Street, Patchogue. Call 631-475-4302 for more information.

Patchogue Arts Council's Walking Arts Tour KICK-OFF PAC Arts Party, Sat., Aug. 28th 6pm

The Walking Arts Tour will kick off with a party held at the Center for Visual Arts in Bayport on August 28 at 6 p.m. Festivities will include an outdoor screening of video works, refreshments, and of course art! This party will also serve as a mixer and membership drive for PAC members new and old. August 28th 6pm Center for Visual Arts 199 Blue Point Ave., Blue Point NY. www.PACWAT.com

Ribbon Cutting at the NEW Patchogue YMCA, 225 West Main Street, Patchogue Village, Aug. 27th, 11am

The New "Y" of Patchogue, Save the Date, Come see the Y you helped to build. Ribbon Cutting Ceremony, Friday, August 27 11am, 255 West Main Street, Patchogue, NY 11772 - Refreshments following ceremony - Tours of the new facility - You're invited to join the Y and register for new programs Call 289-4440 for more information ask for Laura We build Strong Kids, Strong Families, Strong Communities. A branch of the YMCA of Long Island Inc. http://www.ymcali.org/

Battle of the Bay at Shorefront Park in Patchogue Village Fri. Aug 20th - Sun. Aug. 22

Schedule of Events

Friday, August 20th, 2010

All Day Arrival of Race Boats and Dry Pits viewing.
4:30pm Boats on display on Main Street
4:30pm and on Meet the Racers at supporting Bars and Restaurants. (Look for GSB Racing Decal)
Saturday, August 21st, 2010
All Day Race Boats on display @ Dry Pits.
All Day Vendors and displays in operation.
9:00am to 5:00pm Shuttle Bus in operation.
11:00am Jersey Skiffs Race.
1:00pm to 4:00pm Speed Runs.
5:30pm and on Live Entertainment @ Shore Front Park Band Shell.
Enjoy the Highlights of the Village!
Sunday, August 22nd, 2010
All Day Vendors and displays in operation.
9:00am to 5:00pm Shuttle Bus in operation.
11:30am National Anthem @ Shore Front Park.
12:00pm First Race - subject to adjustment.
1:45pm Second Race - subject to adjustment.
3:15pm Third Race - subject to adjustment.
5:30pm to 6:00pm Awards @ Shore Front Park Band Shell.
7:00pm Awards Party @ Lombardi’s on the Bay.
For more info visit http://www.GreatSouthBayRacing.com/

Visit the Swan River School House Building dates back to 1858 - Saturday, August 21

On Saturday, August 21, visit the Swan River School House the building dates back to 1858. Located at 31 Roe Avenue, East Patchogue, it will be open to the public from 1 to 4pm, this event is sponsored by the Greater Patchogue Historical Society. For more info visit http://www.GreaterPatchogueHistoricalSociety.com

Battle on the Bay Boats on Main Street Patchogue Village - Friday, August 20, 4:30pm

They're back - All Day Arrival of Race Boats and Dry Pits viewing see website for location. 4:30pm Boats on display on Main Street, meet the Racers at supporting bars and restaurants, look for GSB Racing Decal. For more info visit www.GreatSouthBayRacing.com

Six Gun Live, Shorefront Park Band Shell, Saturday, August 14, 7-9pm

All Welcome! Bring your lawn chairs. Saturday, August 14, 7-9pm, Six Gun Live, Country with a Kick , Shorefront Park Band Shell, Smith Street, Patchogue, 631-475-4302, Village of Patchogue, Department of Parks and Recreation

27th Annual Snapper Derby, Saturday, August 14, 1pm

All Welcome! 27th Annual Snapper Derby, Saturday, August 14, 1pm sponsored by J&J Bait and Tackle, Contest for ages 6-14 Saturday, August 14th at Mascot Dock Ages 6-10 from 1:00pm - 2:00pm Ages 11-14 from 2:30pm - 3:30pm $3.00 in advance/$5.00 day of derby  631-475-4302

Last Alive After Five for the 2010 - Friday August 13th 5-9pm

Friday, August 13th - 5-9pm, The 9th Annual Alive After Five®, Friday Night Free Summer Street Fair Concerts... For more information call 631-207-1000 or email info@PatchogueChamber.com

Reminder: "No Children under 18 will be permitted without a Parent No Pets - No Bicycles - No Skateboards"

MORE INFO VISIT www.AliveAfterFive.com

Michael Jazz Trio - Shorefront Park Band Shell - Sun. Aug. 8th

All welcome bring your lawn chairs down to Shorefront Park, Smith Street Patchogue for the music of The Michael Jazz Trio. Show starts at 4pm - ends at 7pm. For more information call the Village of Patchogue Department of Parks and Recreation 631-475-4302.

2nd Annual "Kenducky Derby" Rubber Duck Race Saturday, Aug. 7th

Grab your lawn chair, a picnic lunch, and head down to the shores of Swan Lake for our very second annual KenDucky Derby! Look on as hundreds of brightly colored rubber duckies float down the lake fighting to finish first! Try your luck and “adopt” a duck for $10 a ducky or $75 for a Ducky Dozen (13). When you adopt a duck you will receive a numbered ticket matched to your duck. On race day, we will release the numbered rubber duckies into our race site on . Cheer on your adopted duck as he races to cross the finish line! Prizes include gift certificates to favorite local businesses. Rubber duckies will be dropped into the lake at precisely 12:00 p.m. Be sure to come out and have a quackin' good time! To adopt your very own rubber duckie you can pre-register at our general meeting on August 5th or catch us at one of our community events! Visit www.swanlakepark.shutterfly.com/events  to pin us down!

The Sun Gets Down - Shorefront Park Band Shell - Friday Aug. 6th

All welcome bring your lawn chairs down to Shorefront Park, Smith Street Patchogue for the music of The Sun Gets Down, Alternative/Progressive Rock Band. Show starts at 7pm - ends at 9pm. For more information call the Village of Patchogue Department of Parks and Recreation 631-475-4302.

Something to Do! - Entertainment from Patchogue.com

Patchogue has it all, check out the Greater Patchogue Area event. http://www.patchogue.com/events.htm