🌱 Patch AM: How one photographer captured two decades of Fire Island’s wild freedom

Good morning Fire Island! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

• How one photographer captured two decades of Fire Island's wild freedom

Also on today's calendar: Summer Dream @ Flynn's Fire Island and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the man leave his watch in the bank? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Tuesday: Partly sunny and humid, with a high of 84 and low of 68 degrees.
• Wednesday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 86, low: 69. 🌶 Hot!
• Thursday: Humid with a shower or two, with a high of 83 and low of 68 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• I Talked to Koitz About 20 Years of Photographing Fire Island's Wildest Parties (gayety.com) — Fire Island's party scene and queer history come into sharp focus through photographer koitz, who has spent nearly two decades documenting Cherry Grove, the Pines, and the legendary Underwear Party. His candid images capture disappearing venues, evolving LGBTQ+ nightlife, and the island's unique sense of freedom that keeps residents and visitors returning each summer.
   

📸 Around Fire Island

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Fire Island

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★ Featured events ★

Sunday August 30
• The Durdy Rockas →
  Flynn's Fire Island, 1 Cayuga St, Ocean Beach
  3:30 pm

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Other local events

Friday August 21
• Lighthouse: Seining and Kids Lighthouse Crafts
  Fire Island National Park Fire Island Lighthouse. Parking is available at Robert Moses State Park Field 5. Walk east 0.6 miles on boardwalk to the Lighthouse.
  10:00 am
• Lighthouse: Kids Lighthouse Crafts
  Fire Island National Park Fire Island Lighthouse. Parking is available at Robert Moses State Park Field 5. Walk east 0.6 miles on boardwalk to the Lighthouse.
  11:00 am
• Wilderness: Shipmates: Songs of the Sea Sing Along / Play Along
  Fire Island National Park Southern terminus of the William Floyd Parkway.
  6:30 pm
Tuesday August 25
• Board of Education Meeting
  Tangier Elementary School WFHS Library
  6:00 pm
Saturday August 29
• Lighthouse: Evening Tower Tour
  Fire Island National Park Fire Island Lighthouse. Parking is available at Robert Moses State Park Field 5. Walk east 0.6 miles on boardwalk to the Lighthouse.
  7:00 pm
Monday September 7
• Summer Dream @ Flynn's Fire Island →
  Flynn's Fire Island, 1 Cayuga St, Ocean Beach
  12:00 pm
Sunday September 13
• That 70's Band →
  The Boat Yard, 1 Ocean Pkwy, Massapequa
  5:30 pm

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🗓 Events Nearby

Tuesday August 18
• Tai Chi on the Dock: August Series, Part 3
  Long Island Maritime Museum LIMM Dock
  6:00 pm
Wednesday August 19
• Let's Get Ready for School →
  Sayville Library, 88 Greene Ave, Sayville
  4:30 pm
Thursday August 20
• Outdoor Concert at Bayport-Blue Point Library: Eagle River Band →
  Bayport-Blue Point Public Library, 186 Middle Rd, Blue Point
  6:30 pm
Friday August 21
• Theoriginalcopynj@ →
  THE SANDBAR - FIRE ISLAND, 470 Bay Walk, Ocean Beach
  7:00 pm

Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.

🪧 Patch Classifieds

• Sport Yacht Charter along Fire Island in the Great South Bay!
  Charter a 41 foot Searay 390 Sport Yacht with a USCG Captain and a Host up to 6 guests! Swim, visit Ports  and Leisurely cruise in the Bay . We... (More info)

🗞 Nearby News

Bayport

• The Pizzeria of Babylon Village reopening month-long closure (greaterlongisland.com)

Sayville

• People's Arc of Suffolk Donates $1k to Historic St. Ann's Episcopal Church Bell Tower Restoration in Sayville (fireislandnews.com)

Patchogue

• Patchogue Driver, Who Seriously Hurt Pedestrian, Nabbed For Driving Without A License: Police (patch.com)

Ok Fire Island! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: So he could save time! (Thank you Lorraine S. for sending it in!)
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