Public murals are perhaps the most ubiquitous and arguably the most underappreciated form of art in our society. They are certainly the most democratic, freely connecting diverse artists with mass audiences at no cost. At their best, they are both functional (brightening otherwise bland public spaces) and impactful (from Diego Rivera’s works around the labor […]

The Blind Spot, founded in 1985 by Matthew Arceri, is a family-owned business offering a wide range of window treatments for clients throughout Nassau and Suffolk counties, including homes on Fire Island. Today, the Blind Spot is co-owned by brothers Joseph and John Arceri. Whether you’re a longtime homeowner or a new one, selecting the […]

The Suffolk County Police Department (SCPD) is offering a cash reward for information leading to the identification of individuals who damaged and stole property at Corey Beach in Blue Point around 3 a.m. on July 5. Video surveillance footage suggests the suspects are a half-dozen young adult or possibly underage males involved in the incident, […]

Perhaps it is just a coincidence that the colorful floral artwork on the cover of our July 17 edition of Fire Island News is named Lori Bloom—then again, maybe it isn’t! Active on Fire Island both artistically and civically, she is part of a two-person art exhibition at the Ocean Beach Historical Society, opening July […]

If you were to look up the phrase “A rolling stone gathers no moss,” it would be fair to expect a picture of Warren Haynes looking back at you. The former Allman Brothers Band guitarist and founding member of jam-band stalwarts Gov’t Mule is the epitome of someone who keeps multiple plates spinning. Haynes and […]

Run to the Pump 5k  Saturday, July 18 (9 a.m.)  Join the Bay Shore Fire Department Engine Company at the Run to the Pump 5 K. The main run starts at 9 a.m. at Walker Beach in Brightwaters, with a free run at 8:30 a.m. Beer as well as food from the Impractical Smokers food […]

Seatuck Environmental Association will begin transitioning out of the home it has occupied for the past 20 years. The conservation group announced on June 15, 2026, that it will end its stewardship role at the Scully Estate on South Bay Avenue in Islip. The organization plans to fully vacate the property by the end of […]

There are so many things to love about Davis Park, from finding joy on rainy days by playing board games and listening to D.J. NiKo at the bar to basking on the beach and cooking up a storm. Our island home has it all. We also appreciate seeing long-time friends who return again and again. […]

The Fourth of July holiday brought another memorable week to Ocean Bay Park, with fireworks, community celebrations, and plenty of reasons to gather with friends and neighbors. The annual Point O’Woods fireworks lit up the Great South Bay with spectators lining the ferry docks, beaches, and private decks throughout Ocean Bay Park for one of […]

After a week that went from sizzling to drizzling, Kismet celebrated America’s 250th anniversary on July 5. The annual parade included two mainland fire department bands, the Kismet Fire Department (KFD) color guard, mainland Kismet Shriners, parents with babies in arms or strollers, and older children riding on parent-built, wagon-based floats. Some of the prize-winning […]

Bubbles, beads, and beautiful boys. Glamour, glitz, and gorgeous girls. Fire Island was filled with Fourth of July revelers in Fire Island Pines and Cherry Grove.   Beginning at noon, Cherry Grove was overrun with excitement as crowds gathered to celebrate and wait for the Queens to board the ferry to Fire Island Pines, while […]

Hundreds of residents from Ocean Beach, Ocean Bay Park and the surrounding area participated in and watched the annual Fourth of July Children’s Wagon Parade as the vehicles used to transport supplies onto the barrier island became the framework for the island’s own version of floats. A total of 67 Fire Island wagons were fitted […]