Mike Roberts

Nassau County

New York City Metropolitan Area

Port Washington

New York

I was born in Manhattan, so I&#39;m not a &#34;clam digger,&#34; but I&#39;ve lived in Port for 50 years. I attended Guggenheim, Sousa, and Schreiber (class of &#39;76). I&#39;m a computer systems analyst for a small liberal arts college in the city by day. The rest of the time I&#39;m a husband and father as well as the treasurer of The Port Summer Show and owner of www.PortWashington.com.
I enjoy playing tennis, golf, and chess and coached baseball, basketball, and my favorite sport, lacrosse, for 10 years at PYA. If there is an Arsenal match on, you&#39;ll find me riveted to the TV. (Go Gooners!)
Look for my column, &#34;A Piece of Port,&#34; here on PortWashington Patch!

Great Neck

Glen Cove

New York City

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Westchester County

Pelham

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Jeff Edwards

Larchmont-Mamaroneck

New Rochelle

Melanie Gulbas

Garden City

Oyster Bay

Jay Estate

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We couldn't be more grateful to all the volunteers over the years who have helped beautify the 23-acre Jay Estate (wearing every color T-shirt from yellow to purple)!! From uncovering hidden flagstone paths, to raking leaves and planting annuals. We've participated in every I Love My Parks Day with Parks &amp; Trails NY and NY State Parks since 2012! Partner groups have included the Girl Scouts, Cub Scouts, Mount Vernon Youth Bureau, Yale Alumni, Con Edison, Rye Neck School, Mamaroneck School, Stanford Alumni, the Rye Garden Club, Rye Sustainability Committee and many more.&nbsp;
Sign up yourself, your family or your group today! Click on the link below and select the Jay Estate. Ideal for students seeking community service hours or adult groups who just want to give back! Event starts at 9am and finishes at 12pm but you can help out for just an hour or two - whatever works for your schedule.
And join us for FREE ice cream from Jimmy's Soft Serve afterwards as our small way of saying thank you.
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Our non-profit, the Jay Heritage Center (JHC)
is dedicated to transforming the 23-acre Jay Estate into a vibrant educational campus, hosting innovative and inclusive programs about American History, Historic Preservation, Social Justice, and Environmental Stewardship.
We hope to encourage people of all ages to understand, preserve and protect our shared heritage and to inspire future historians, civic advocates and stewards to safeguard our fragile cultural resources. Learn more at www.jayheritagecenter.org

Local Event: I Love My Park Day at the Jay Estate

I Love My Park Day at the Jay Estate

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!
We couldn't be more grateful to all the volunteers over the years who have helped beautify the 23-acre...

Join Indigo Goodson-Fields on a bird outing through the Jay Estate's newly designated New York State Birding Trail! Binoculars are not needed but if you have a pair, bring them (there will be a limited amount of shared binoculars available). All ages and experience levels are welcome. 
Indigo Goodson-Fields is a writer, poet, and birder based in Brooklyn. Her forthcoming book, entitled Essential Birding is an anthology about the importance of birding in the lives of Black birders across the U.S. and will be published by OR Books in fall 2026.
Limited to 40 participants - ALMOST FULL <a href="https://jayheritagecenter@gmail.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">jayheritagecenter@gmail.com</a>
to reserve your spot!
Log your own bird sightings on Ebird anytime! Check "The Jay Estate" for your bird checklist. <a href="https://ebird.org/hotspot/L15229069" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">ebird.org/hotspot/L15229069</a>
Our non-profit, the Jay Heritage Center (JHC)
is dedicated to transforming the 23-acre Jay Estate into a vibrant educational campus, hosting innovative and inclusive programs about American History, Historic Preservation, Social Justice, and Environmental Stewardship.
We hope to encourage people of all ages to understand, preserve and protect our shared heritage and to inspire future historians, civic advocates and stewards to safeguard our fragile cultural resources. Learn more at www.jayheritagecenter.org

Local Event: ﻿FREE Family Birdwatching Workshop with Indigo Goodson-Fields

﻿FREE Family Birdwatching Workshop with Indigo...

Join Indigo Goodson-Fields on a bird outing through the Jay Estate's newly designated New York State Birding Trail! Binoculars...

﻿FREE Family Birdwatching Workshop with Indigo Goodson-Fields

Shoreview Rd, Port Washington, NY, 11050

Come Party with the Baxter’s Pond Foundation (BPF)!
Join us on Shoreview Road on Sunday, May 3, from 1 pm to 5 pm,&nbsp;for our first BPF Block Party! There will be all of the things that make block parties so much fun for all ages—bouncers, games, relay races, food, drinks, neighbors, and friends—with a suggested ticket price of $40 per family to benefit the Baxter’s Pond Foundation.&nbsp;&nbsp;This event is open to anyone who supports the Baxter’s Pond Foundation, not just Village residents.
Follow BPF on Facebook and Instagram!&nbsp; Email:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:friends@baxterspond.org">friends@baxterspond.org</a>

Local Event: Join Us at the Baxter's Pond Foundation Block Party! 

Join Us at the Baxter's Pond Foundation Block...

Come Party with the Baxter’s Pond Foundation (BPF)!
Join us on Shoreview Road on Sunday, May 3, from 1 pm to 5 pm, for our...

Join Us at the Baxter's Pond Foundation Block Party! 

A new independent bookstore, Book RePort, will open its doors on May 15, 2026, bringing books, coffee, and community programming to the heart of Port Washington. Founded by local residents Mara Silverstein and Kathleen Schechter, Book RePort was created in response to the closure of a beloved neighborhood bookstore that once served as a gathering place for the community. What began as a shared desire among residents to bring a bookstore back to town evolved into a grassroots effort and, ultimately, into a new business built on that collective energy. “Book RePort is more than a bookstore,” said Silverstein. “It’s a space for connection, conversation, and community. We wanted to create a place where people feel welcome to spend time, discover books, and engage with one another.”The 1,500-square-foot store, located at 40 Main Street, will feature a curated selection of books for all ages, a small café serving coffee and tea, and a thoughtfully selected assortment of games, stationery, and gifts. The space will also host regular programming, including children’s storytime, book clubs for all ages, author events, community gatherings, and private events.
















Schechter, who brings a background in literacy and a deep passion for children’s literature, emphasized the importance of creating an accessible and engaging environment for young readers. “We want kids to feel just as much ownership of this space as adults,” she said. “Books can be a powerful way to build confidence, curiosity, and connection. As part of that commitment, we are launching our ‘Book RePorters’ program, a youth council for students in grades 3 and up that will empower our youngest leaders to help shape the books we carry.”









Book RePort is the only independent bookstore within approximately 15 miles and is positioned to serve not only Port Washington but also the surrounding communities. Located less than 45 minutes from Manhattan and one block from the train station, the store aims to become a destination for author events and literary programming.



Book RePort has demonstrated strong community support, with a base of founding members and a series of pre-opening events that have drawn audiences ranging from intimate gatherings to crowds of over 200 attendees.


A grand opening weekend is planned for May 15–17 and will include special events, programming, and opportunities for the community to experience the space.

For more information, visit <a href="https://www.bookreportny.com," rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">bookreportny.com,</a> @bookreportny on Instagram, or contact
info@bookreportny.com.

Local Event: Book RePort to open in Port Washington on May 15

Book RePort to open in Port Washington on May 15


A new independent bookstore, Book RePort, will open its doors on May 15, 2026, bringing books, coffee, and community...

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I Love My Park Day at the Jay Estate

﻿FREE Family Birdwatching Workshop with Indigo Goodson-Fields

Join Us at the Baxter's Pond Foundation Block Party!

Book RePort to open in Port Washington on May 15

FREE Family Birdwatching Workshop with Indigo Goodson-Fields