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Linda's Long Island, NY Blog May 2009 Archive

By Linda Tagliaferro, About.com Guide to Long Island, NY

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Friday May 29, 2009
If you look over to the left side of this home page, you'll see a small, red link to "My Forum." Please click on the link and join our community ... Read More

Cameras to Help Catch Drivers Breaking the Law on Long Island

Wednesday May 27, 2009
In a rush to drive to your destination? You might think twice about running a red light. In addition to the real possibility of an accident, you also run the ... Read More

First Annual 5K to Support Nissequogue River State Park

Tuesday May 26, 2009
If you like to run and you'd like to help support one of our parks, come to the First Annual 5K Sunset Run/Walk in the Park and 1K Summer Fun ... Read More

Play Softball with LI Politicians

Tuesday May 26, 2009
Always wanted to go up against Long Island politicians? Well, here's your chance. Play in a co-ed softball game with community leaders, politicians, firefighters and others. On Sunday, May 31 ... Read More

The Nature Conservancy's Report on Long Island

Monday May 25, 2009
Last week, the Nature Conservancy issued its annual report for 2008. Over 1,640 acres of natural areas on Long Island were protected last year. Although this is a great step ... Read More

Amagansett Resident Threatens Rudy Giuliani

Sunday May 24, 2009
A resident of Amangansett was arrested yesterday and released on bail following an incident in Bridgehampton with former NYC mayor Rudy Giuliani. According to Southampton Town police, Giuliani was walking ... Read More

Tiger Time!

Sunday May 24, 2009
The Long Island Game Farm is holding its annual tiger show on the main stage of its 500-seat amphitheater. The show features rare tigers from around the world performing tricks ... Read More

Smokey Robinson to Perform on June 6

Saturday May 23, 2009
"The King of Motown," Smokey Robinson, will entertain audiences on Saturday, June 6th at 8 p.m. at the Capital One Bank Theatre at Westbury. Both as a member of The ... Read More

Dr. Beach Names Two LI Beaches in His Top 10 for 2009

Saturday May 23, 2009
Dr. Stephen P. Leatherman, a.k.a. "Dr. Beach" just released his annual Top 10 Beaches report, and it's no surprise that there are two Long Island beaches on the list. The ... Read More

Sustainable Long Island Conference on May 29

Friday May 22, 2009
Are you interested in seeing Long Island become more environmentally friendly while advancing economically? Learn about some future options at Long Island's Third Annual Sustainability Conference and Lunch on Friday, ... Read More

Free Lecture at the Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory

Thursday May 21, 2009
This year marks the 200th anniversary of the birth of Charles Darwin and the 150th anniversary of the publication of his book, On the Origin of Species. On Tuesday, May ... Read More

The Mystery of the Montauk Monster

Wednesday May 20, 2009
Last year, stories swirled about the carcass of a strange animal that washed up on the beach in Montauk. Photos of the animal show a clawed, beaked creature with a ... Read More

First "Energy Smart" Campus Proposed for Long Island

Monday May 18, 2009
Last week, Governor David Paterson and Congressman Steve Israel announced that the Long Island Power Authority (LIPA), together with Stony Brook University and Farmingdale State College, are proposing some good, ... Read More

Tour of Historic LI Mansions This Wednesday

Sunday May 17, 2009
Interested in viewing some of the most distinctive houses on Long Island? This Wednesday, May 20th, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the 58th Annual Sammis Family House Tour, hosted by ... Read More

Explore Fire Island on "Boating with the Baymen" Tour

Saturday May 16, 2009
Take a cruise while learning all about the fishermen and baymen of Long Island. On Sunday, June 7, Long Island Traditions presents its fourth Boating with the Baymen tour, exploring ... Read More

Free Panel Discussion in West Hempstead

Friday May 15, 2009
Worried about the economy? Learn from the upcoming panel discussion, "Empowering During These Tumultuous Times - Ideas on Gaining Control over Money, Home and Self." The event is presented by ... Read More

Jackie Mason at the Capital One Bank Theatre at Westbury this Saturday

Tuesday May 12, 2009
Looking for some laughs? Comedian Jackie Mason will be performing at the Capital One Bank Theatre at Westbury this Saturday, May 16th at 8 p.m. Mason has entertained audiences for ... Read More

Nassau County to Buy Back Guns This Saturday

Tuesday May 12, 2009
Last December, Nassau County teamed up with police, the District Attorney's office and clergy to hold an event aimed at taking guns off the streets of Nassau County. At four ... Read More

Molly the Cow Escapes Slaughterhouse - Now in LI Sanctuary

Monday May 11, 2009
Last week, a cow escaped death by fleeing from a slaughterhouse in Queens. The cow wasn't about to follow the herd to her doom, and she bolted, breaking through a ... Read More

Save the Date for the Cutchogue Canine Classic

Monday May 11, 2009
On Saturday, May 16th, the annual Cutchogue Canine Classic will be held at Castello di Borghese Vineyard & Winery, 17150 Route 48 at Alvah's Lane, Cutchogue. To register your dog ... Read More

Beatles Tribute Band to Perform at Capital One Bank Theatre

Sunday May 10, 2009
Did you swoon whenever John, Paul, George and Ringo performed? Or weren't you born yet? Either way, you'll enjoy 1964: The Tribute, a Beatles tribute band on Friday, May 15th ... Read More

Mother's Day Brunch Buffet in Southampton

Friday May 8, 2009
This Sunday, May 10th, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., take mom for a Mother's Day Brunch Buffet. For $29.95 per person, plus tax and gratuity ($9.75 for children), there's ... Read More

Should Long Island Become A State?

Wednesday May 6, 2009
A recent article in The New York Times, Longing for the State of Long Island, talks about Suffolk County comptroller Joseph Sawicki Jr.'s suggestion that Long Island should become its ... Read More

Can Long Island's Wardenclyffe Be Saved?

Tuesday May 5, 2009
An article in today's New York Times tells the story of the buildings and land that were once the Nikola Tesla Laboratory in Shoreham. Tesla, born in Croatia to Serbian ... Read More

Happy Cinco de Mayo!

Tuesday May 5, 2009
Today, May 5th, is known as Cinco de Mayo. Spanish for "the fifth of May," Cinco de Mayo celebrates the Mexicans' victory over occupying French forces at the Battle ... Read More

Treat Mom to Chocolate and Wine Pairings

Monday May 4, 2009
Thank mom for putting up with all the crazy things you did as a kid! This weekend, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., on Saturday May 9th and Sunday, May ... Read More

North Shore Animal League Adoptathon This Weekend

Saturday May 2, 2009
Looking for a pet dog or cat? You can adopt a loving animal companion at the North Shore Animal League. This weekend, Saturday, May 2nd and Sunday, May 3rd, ... Read More

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