🌱 Patch AM: Why Port Washington’s Louie’s made a list of iconic boardwalk spots

Hello Port Washington! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

• Why Port Washington's Louie's made a list of iconic boardwalk spots
• Can Oceanside rebound before Friday night's showdown with Port Washington?

Also on today's calendar: Yayoi Kusama Steam Workshop and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why do some birds fly south for the winter? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Monday: Warmer, with a high of 74 and low of 59 degrees.
• Tuesday: Partly sunny and beautiful, temps: high: 73, low: 66.
• Wednesday: Very warm, with a high of 82 and low of 61 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• 20 Famous Boardwalk Restaurants Across America To Visit (cheapism.com) — Louie's Oyster Bar and Grille in Port Washington earns a spot on a national list of iconic boardwalk restaurants, spotlighting its Manhasset Bay views and long history since 1905. The feature notes Louie's steaks, raw bar, and proximity to the local boardwalk alongside other famous seaside eateries around the country.
   

• Football Recap: Massapequa Rolls to Its 17th Straight Win (maxpreps.com) — High school football fans in Port Washington will want to note that Oceanside is scheduled to face their familiar rival Port Washington at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. The matchup comes after Massapequa extended its winning streak to 17 games by shutting out Oceanside, setting the stage for Oceanside to regroup quickly before taking on Port Washington under the lights.
   

📸 Around Port Washington

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Port Washington

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★ Featured events ★

Monday October 12
• Yayoi Kusama Steam Workshop →
  My Spectrum School, 11 Sintsink Dr E, Port Washington
  9:00 am
Saturday October 17
• FOL Free Paperback Swap Returns! →
  Port Washington Public Library, 1 Library Dr, Port Washington
  2:00 pm
Sunday October 18
• Port Washington Restaurant Week Returns →
  12:00 pm
Monday October 19
• Broadway's Melissa Errico & The Knights: A Celebration of Regent Roger Tilles →
  Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, 720 Northern Blvd, Greenvale
  5:30 pm

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Other local events

Monday October 12
• Pumpkin painting at Sands Point Preserve →
  Sands Point Preserve, 127 Middle Neck Rd, Sands Point
  12:00 pm
Wednesday October 14
• Fall 2026 Daisy Info Night -Port Washington →
  1 Library Dr, Port Washington, NY 11050
  6:30 pm
Friday October 16
• Feel the Beat! A Night of Latin Music & Dance →
  Port Washington Public Library, 1 Library Dr, Port Washington
  6:00 pm
Saturday October 17
• North Shore Animal League America Walk to Rescue →
  North Hempstead Beach Park, 175 W Shore Rd, Port Washington
  9:00 am
• Mill Pond Historic District Walking Tour →
  , Port Washington North
  10:00 am
• PW Fire Department Recruitment Open House →
  Flower Hill Hose Co. #1, 12 Haven Ave, Port Washington
  11:00 am
• PW Fire Department Recruitment Open House →
  Flower Hill Hose Co. #1, 12 Haven Ave, Port Washington
  11:00 am
• FOL Paperback Swap →
  Port Washington Public Library, 1 Library Dr, Port Washington
  2:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• The TJX Companies, Inc. posted a job opening for Store Cleaning Associate in Port Washington. Apply here.
• Gap posted a job opening for Seasonal Retail Sales Associate - Gate At Manhasset in Manhasset. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Port Washington here.

🗞 Nearby News

Manhasset

• October 16, 2026 Events on Long Island (longisland.com)
• Manhasset McHale family receives 'life-changing' moment from Tunnel to Towers at Islanders game (newsday.com)

Great Neck

• Your Travalanche Daily Digest for October 11, 2026 (wordpress.com)
• 0.92 Carat Fancy Diamond Yellow and White Gold Ring (1stdibs.com)
• Focus on the Great Neck Peninsula: Service With a Smile (longislandpress.com)

Ok Port Washington! 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: "Why do some birds fly south for the winter?" — Because it's too far to walk..! (Thank you Theresia F. for sending it in!)
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