When To Buy Corn, Watermelon, Peaches And Other Summer Produce On LI

New data shows summer produce like cherries, corn and peaches spike in sales at the height of summer. But when is the best time to buy?

July 4 Fireworks Cause Spike In Lost Dog Reports: What LI Pet Owners Should Know

Along with tips for how to keep your pet safe this 4th of July, according to a local Port Washington-based animal shelter.

Long Island Church Hosts Juneteenth Celebration Rooted In Excellence

Zion Cathedral’s UBORA 2026 will include vendors, honorees, African drummers, dancers and a grand processional.

Presidents Day 2026 On Long Island: What’s Open, Closed

Here’s what to know about school closures, government offices, trash pickup, libraries and national park free-admission opportunities on LI.

CM Performing Arts Center Recognized For Community Impact: Best Of 2025

"Performing arts are an important fabric of our community," the nominator wrote.

Jericho Resident Grateful For Joyful Road Trip To Live Steamers

Susan Heilig says the visit brought connection, nostalgia and a chance to slow down and enjoy the moment.

Fall Foliage 2025 Weekly Forecast Maps Show When Colors Will Peak On Long Island

Here's when to see the best show in the region.

Long Island 2-Year-Old Shares Letter To Santa

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to share local children's letters to Santa this holiday season.

Long Island 8-Year-Old Shares Christmas Wish With Santa

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to share local children's letters to Santa this holiday season.

The Girl Scouts of Suffolk County’s Annual Holiday Light Show is Back

Event Will Include a Half-Mile Walk-Through Extravaganza Featuring Holiday-Themed Light Displays, Pictures with Santa Claus, and more

The Girl Scouts of Suffolk County’s Annual Holiday Light Show is Back

Event Will Include a Half-Mile Walk-Through Extravaganza Featuring Holiday-Themed Light Displays, Pictures with Santa Claus, and more

The Girl Scouts of Suffolk County’s Annual Holiday Light Show is Back

Event Will Include a Half-Mile Walk-Through Extravaganza Featuring Holiday-Themed Light Displays, Pictures with Santa Claus, and more.

Halloween 101: How To Avoid Becoming The Haunted House Of Long Island

Taking care of your home can be scary! Tackle those household demons with professional help this fall.

Fourth Of July On Long Island: Where To See Fireworks, Parades, More

We've rounded up a list of events across Long Island, including fireworks, parades and antique fairs.

2023 LI Memorial Day Weekend Events: Parades, Ceremonies

Honor those who died while serving the United States at one of the Memorial Day 2023 parades or ceremonies on Long Island.

Pumpkin Availability In Long Island Area For 2021

New York is in the top 10 for most pumpkin patch acres in the country.

Long Island 2021 Fall Foliage Peak Predictions

The 2021 Fall Foliage Prediction Map is out so you can plan trips to see autumn in all its splendor in New York and other U.S. states.

Happy Father's Day To Jian Jin

Long Island Patch is celebrating Father's Day 2021 by sharing father-daughter or father-son photos and messages of love.

Surprise Dad This Father’s Day By Sharing A Photo On Patch

Publish a photo of pops on the Long Island Patch for Father’s Day 2021 to share your favorite father-son or father-daughter moments.

Mother’s Day: Share Your Dearest Photo On Long Island Patch

Share your favorite mother-son or mother-daughter photo and sentiments, and we’ll feature it on the Long Island Patch.

Where To Find Christmas Trees In 2020 Near Long Island

Many local Christmas tree farmers are taking coronavirus precautions to ensure you and yours enjoy a happy holiday.

Here's How New Yorkers Will Celebrate Thanksgiving: Patch Survey

More than 2,000 New Yorkers took a Patch survey on how they plan to celebrate Thanksgiving this year. Here's what we found.

Thanksgiving Plans During Coronavirus: Take New York Patch Survey

How will the coronavirus pandemic affect your Thanksgiving celebrations? Take our reader survey.

Weekend Fun: Find A Pumpkin Patch Near Long Island

Looking for a Long Island-area pumpkin patch before Halloween? Check out the Patch list.

Best Long Island-Area Pumpkin Patches 2020

Pick out that pumpkin and enjoy the many fall attractions Long Island-area pumpkin patches have to offer.

Long Island's 4th Of July Fireworks 2020 Canceled

Long Island's traditional Fourth of July events have been canceled.

The Best Valentine's Day Gifts For Him

Valentine's Day isn't just a holiday to swoon over the ladies — treat the number one man in your life to these fun and practical gifts.

How do you answer the dreaded Santa Claus question?

How I answered my eight year old's question about Old St Nicholas.