The Great Neck Library invites you to a poetry reading presented by the Performance Poets Association on Saturday, August 29, at 1:00 p.m. It will take place at the Main Branch located at 159 Bayview Avenue. The event features guest poets Victoria Bjorklund and Tanya Forte. Attendees are also welcome to sign up for the open mic session during the meetup. 
Registration is not required; seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, please call Great Neck Library at (516) 466-8055 or email <a href="mailto:adultprogramming@greatnecklibrary.org">adultprogramming@greatnecklibrary.org</a>.

Local Event: Performance Poets Association Readings, hosted by Jack Zaffos and James Romano at GN Library

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The Great Neck Library invites you to a poetry reading presented by the Performance Poets Association on Saturday, August 29,...

Performance Poets Association Readings, hosted by Jack Zaffos and James Romano at GN Library

Discover how to nourish your body, uplift your emotions, and elevate your energy in this practical, inspiring holistic wellness journey. Perfect for anyone seeking more clarity, joy, and well‑being, each holistic health presentation provides a warm, supportive environment and real‑life tools you can use right away to feel healthier, happier, and more aligned in your everyday life.
In this month's program, Carol will discuss how to live your healthfully, decrease the risk of disease and increase longevity using plant food nutrition. Learn about Phytochemicals and Micronutrients, the amount of fruits and vegetables per day that we as Long Islanders should eat, and how a plant food regimen can reduce the risk of diabetes, heart disease, autoimmune disease, cancer, dementia, etc.
We'll also go over Dr. Furhman's Nutritarian Food Plate and how it compares with America's Food Consumption Pie Chart, as well as lifestyle changes that can improve health, longevity, and even lose weight permanently without dieting.
Carol Leitner, MBA, Health Care Administration, Mount Sinai School of Medicine/Baruch College, has been marketing, supporting and educating the holistic health community for over 20 years through Meet Up organizations totaling 7,000 members: <a href="https://www.meetup.com/The-Wellness-and-Entrepreneurs-Exchange/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">The Wellness and Entrepreneurs Exchange</a>, <a href="https://www.meetup.com/Holistic-Living-on-Long-Island/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Holistic Living on Long Island</a>, and <a href="https://www.meetup.com/longislandentrepreneurs/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">The Long Island Entrepreneurs Meet Ups</a>.
She has produced hundreds of health events and a number of Health Expos on Long Island. Carol was awarded The Outstanding Leadership award from Bob Proctor's organization for her work and dedication to the holistic health field. She is Sales Director for Natural Awakenings Magazine, voted #5 in the USA for Health and Fitness. Carol also teaches various yoga and bodywork sessions.
The seminar will take place at the Great Neck Library Main Branch (159 Bayview Avenue, Great Neck) on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. Registration is not required; seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, please call Great Neck Library at (516) 466-8055 or email <a href="mailto:adultprogramming@greatnecklibrary.org">adultprogramming@greatnecklibrary.org</a>.
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Local Event: Plant Food Nutrition and Disease Prevention, presented by Carol Leitman at Great Neck Library

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Plant Food Nutrition and Disease Prevention, presented by Carol Leitman at Great Neck Library

Preparing for the future is one of the best gifts you can give your family. This educational seminar is tailored for individuals eager to understand Long-Term Care and establish a reliable safety net for their savings, retirement plans, and peace of mind. Several essential topics will include:

<ul><li>Why it's important to have a long-term care strategy</li><li>Key questions to consider before creating a strategy</li><li>What's covered and not covered by government programs</li><li>How much long-term care services currently cost in your area</li><li>Solutions that can help give you peace of mind about the future</li></ul>





Presented by Eric Mirlis, Financial Services Professional Agent, New York Life Insurance Company. 

The event will take place at the Great Neck Library (159 Bayview Avenue, Great Neck) on Tuesday, September 8, at 7:00 p.m. Registration is recommended but open to all. Non-residents are welcome as walk-ins, subject to space availability. For more information, please call Great Neck Library at (516) 466-8055 or email <a href="mailto:adultprogramming@greatnecklibrary.org">adultprogramming@greatnecklibrary.org</a>.

Local Event: Choice. Options. Control. Developing an Informed and Lasting Long-Term Care Strategy  at GN Library

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Preparing for the future is one of the best gifts you can give your family. This educational seminar is tailored for...

Choice. Options. Control. Developing an Informed and Lasting Long-Term Care Strategy  at GN Library

The Great Neck Library invites you to view the latest exhibition, on display from September 1st to September 25th
in the Lower-Level Art Gallery at the Main Branch (159 Bayview Avenue). A special Artist’s Reception will be held on Wednesday, September 9th, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

"Defaced and Defined: A Photographic Journey Through Great Neck" explores the intersection of nature and urban expression. This exhibit captures the raw, often overlooked artistry found in unexpected places around the Great Neck Peninsula. From intricate tree carvings to vivid graffiti, stickered road signs, and other signs of defacement, the collection invites viewers to reflect on how these marks disrupt and transform the environment. Among the featured works is a poignant tribute found on the bridge over Udall’s Pond, where graffiti memorializes those who perished in the 2001 World Trade Center attacks, adding a layer of collective memory to the urban landscape.

Christy Orquera serves as the head of reference and local history custodian at the Great Neck Library, and previously served in the U.S. Navy, where she spent three years traveling the world aboard the aircraft carrier U.S.S. Nimitz during the Gulf War era in the 1990s.
A longtime photography enthusiast, Orquera has been capturing moments for nearly 50 years, a passion she inherited from her father, whose own artistic eye for composition and subject was an early influence. Orquera's first camera was a Kodak 110, which she received as a child at the age of four. Her formal photography education began in high school at Elizabeth Seton Academy in the south suburbs of Chicago, where she studied under Ms. Choi in an art-intensive curriculum.

She later pursued photography more seriously, taking a class through Nassau Community College’s Continuing Education program. There, she studied under Rick Recard, a renowned New York-based photographer and professor. She has also attended numerous Nikon classes and certification courses for personal enrichment.

Local Event: Art Reception: Defaced and Defined: A Photographic Journey Through Great Neck by Christy Orquera

Art Reception: Defaced and Defined: A...

The Great Neck Library invites you to view the latest exhibition, on display from September 1st to September 25th
in the...

Art Reception: Defaced and Defined: A Photographic Journey Through Great Neck by Christy Orquera

“Let passion be your compass and purpose your fuel. Draw strength from nature’s wisdom and your inner fire. Dare unapologetically, your journey can inspire others too.” 

In this powerful memoir, Unapologetically Daring to Inspire, trailblazing entrepreneur, innovator, and author Petronely Grindea chronicles her remarkable path from Transylvania to the upper echelons of America’s beauty industry. With unflinching honesty, she explores the complexities of womanhood, offering a beacon of hope and solidarity for those seeking to find their voice and claim their strength. From beauty expert to wellness pioneer, Petronely shares how passion, nature, and purpose helped her reclaim her strength, and how it can help you do the same. The book includes tactical advice and reflection exercises designed to help readers – particularly women in their 40s and 50s – navigate their own journeys of self-discovery and professional development. 

Petronely Grindea revolutionized the spa and wellness industry as the founder of LifeBotanica and co-founder of Innovative Wellness 360, pioneering the “beauty from within” concept and empowering countless individuals to achieve holistic wellness. With over 25 years of experience and collaborations with industry giants like Elizabeth Arden and Estée Lauder, her expertise has been featured in top publications and media outlets, including Spa Management, Cosmopolitan, Vogue, and CNBC. Learn more at petronelyempowers.com.

This author event will take place at the Great Neck Library, 159 Bayview Avenue, Great Neck, on Thursday, September 10, at 7:00 p.m. Registration is not required; seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, please call Great Neck Library at (516) 466-8055 or email <a href="mailto:adultprogramming@greatnecklibrary.org">adultprogramming@greatnecklibrary.org</a>.

Local Event: Author Event with Petronely Grindea: "Unapologetically Daring to Inspire" at Great Neck Library

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“Let passion be your compass and purpose your fuel. Draw strength from nature’s wisdom and your inner fire. Dare...

Author Event with Petronely Grindea: "Unapologetically Daring to Inspire" at Great Neck Library

Memory cafés are another way people with memory loss and their loved one are coming together for a light meal or snack, enjoy live entertainment, make new friendships, and support one another. People can relax and just be themselves, knowing that no one judges them. Everyone there is going through almost the same things that you go through every day. A memory café has no real agenda or purpose except to enjoy each other’s company and help you and your care partner stay connected – the focus is on having fun and being together.

During today's Memory Café you will:
<ul><li>Be provided a complimentary Kosher lunch for 1 family caregiver and 1 care recipient.</li><li>Enjoy live music</li><li>Connect to our community and receive resources.</li></ul>



Cafés are open to people who are involved with the care and support of the family member with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. This event is provided by Willing Hearts, Helpful Hands at the Parker Jewish Institute, in conjunction with Nassau County Office for the Aging, and supported by a grant from the New York State Department of Health. 

The Memory Cafés will take place at the Great Neck library, 159 Bayview Avenue, Great Neck, on Tuesday, September 15, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. RSVP is required, as seats are limited. One registration per pair. For more information, please contact Willing Hearts, Helpful Hands at <a href="tel:516-586-1507">516-586-1507</a> or e-mail <a href="mailto:WHHH@parkerinstitute.org">WHHH@parkerinstitute.org</a>.

Local Event: Memory Café courtesy of Willing Hearts, Helpful Hands and NC Office for the Aging at GN Library

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Memory Café courtesy of Willing Hearts, Helpful Hands and NC Office for the Aging at GN Library

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Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express — Starring Rob Bartlett as Hercule Poirot
Broadway veteran and acclaimed comedian Rob Bartlett takes on the iconic role of Hercule Poirot in Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express at Manes Studio Theatre.
Known to millions from his more than 30 years as a writer and performer on the nationally syndicated Imus in the Morning, Bartlett is also a Broadway veteran whose credits include Chicago, Little Shop of Horrors, The Odd Couple with Nathan Lane and Matthew Broderick, and How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying with Daniel Radcliffe.
Now, Bartlett steps into the shoes of Agatha Christie’s legendary detective Hercule Poirot in one of the most celebrated murder mysteries of all time.
When the luxurious Orient Express is stopped in its tracks by a snowdrift, a passenger is discovered murdered—and the killer may still be aboard. With the train stranded and a car full of intriguing suspects, Poirot must use his famous powers of deduction to unravel a maze of clues, secrets, motives, and lies.
Everyone is a suspect. Everyone has something to hide.
Filled with suspense, humor, colorful characters, and ingenious twists, Murder on the Orient Express brings Agatha Christie’s classic whodunit to life in a thrilling theatrical experience.
Bartlett’s television credits include Law &amp; Order: SVU, Ugly Betty, The Good Wife, and Elementary.
Climb aboard the Orient Express and see Rob Bartlett as Hercule Poirot in Agatha Christie’s legendary murder mystery—live at Manes Studio Theatre.
Performing through September 13th
Get your tickets today - www.studiotheatrelongisland.com&nbsp;

Local Event: Murder On The Orient Express

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Murder On The Orient Express

Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express — Starring Rob Bartlett as Hercule Poirot
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Long Island Sound

The 44th Annual WICC Surfside Hotel <a href="https://www.bluefishtournament.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Greatest Bluefish Tournament on Earth</a> returns to Long Island Sound on Saturday, August 29, with fishing officially beginning at 12:01 a.m. Anglers from New York and Connecticut will compete for bragging rights—and a $25,000 grand prize awarded to the tournament's largest bluefish.
The weekend-long tournament features more than $40,000 in total cash prizes, including:
<ul><li>1st Place: $25,000</li><li>2nd Place: $7,500</li><li>3rd Place: $2,500</li><li>Smaller cash prizes awarded through 20th Place</li><li>Port Prizes awarded for the heaviest bluefish weighed at each official Connecticut and New York weigh station (see below for complete list of weigh stations)</li></ul>
Young anglers, 17 and under, will also have the chance to win big. The tournament will award a $1,000 cash prize to the largest bluefish caught by a youth angler. Second and third place youth winners will receive $100 gift cards.
Anglers may register online at <a href="https://www.bluefishtournament.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.bluefishtournament.com</a>&nbsp;or in person at any official tournament registration location throughout Long Island and Connecticut.
Official Registration Locations:New York
<ul><li>Blue Water Ventures – Peconic</li><li>Cow Harbor Bait &amp; Tackle – Northport</li><li>Duffy's Bait &amp; Tackle – Glenwood Landing</li><li>East Coast Fishing Supplies – Little Neck</li><li>Jack's Bait &amp; Tackle – City Island</li><li>Miller Place Bait &amp; Tackle – Mount Sinai</li><li>Tyalure Tackle – Rye</li></ul>
Connecticut
<ul><li>AW Marina – New London</li><li>Black Hall Outfitters – Westbrook</li><li>Black Rock Bait &amp; Tackle – Bridgeport</li><li>Bobby J's Bait &amp; Tackle – Milford</li><li>Branford Bait &amp; Tackle – Branford</li><li>Dee's Bait &amp; Tackle – New Haven</li><li>Fin's Bait &amp; Tackle – Clinton</li><li>Fisherman's World – East Norwalk</li><li>Fishin’ Factory – Milldale</li><li>Hillyer's Tackle Shop – Waterford</li><li>Sportsman's Den – Cos Cob</li><li>Ted's Bait &amp; Tackle – Old Saybrook</li></ul>

The registration deadline is Friday, August 28, at 11:59 p.m. Registration is $36 per angler and is required to participate. Fishing begins at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, August 29, and concludes at 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 30.

For registration, tournament rules, weigh station information, and live updates, visit <a href="https://www.bluefishtournament.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.bluefishtournament.com</a>, follow <a href="https://www.facebook.com/bluefishtournament" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.facebook.com/bluefishtournament</a>, or Instagram @bluefishtournament.
The 44th Annual Bluefish Tournament is proudly presented by WICC, The Surfside Hotel, Stevens Ford Lincoln of Milford, Bridgeport Harbor Marina, Water Dr., Little Pub, and The Fisherman Magazine

Local Event: 44th Annual WICC Greatest Bluefish Tournament on Earth with $25,000 Grand Prize

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The 44th Annual WICC Surfside Hotel Greatest Bluefish Tournament on Earth returns to Long Island Sound on Saturday, August 29,...

44th Annual WICC Greatest Bluefish Tournament on Earth with $25,000 Grand Prize

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Finding reliable, science-based information about weight and health can feel overwhelming. That’s why the Obesity Action Coalition is hosting <a href="https://www.yourweightmatters.com/long-island/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Your Weight Matters Long Island</a>, a completely FREE event designed to put trustworthy, practical answers right in your hands.
At this 4-hour program, you will: 
<ul><li>Discover the science behind weight and health management</li><li>Learn about the latest treatments, including GLP-1 medications, surgery and behavioral approaches</li><li>Walk away with real strategies to manage stress, improve nutrition and explore options that fit your life</li></ul>
Whether you’re curious about treatment options, looking for day-to-day tools or simply want a supportive space to learn, this event is for you.
Free registration, free parking, free breakfast, free giveaways!

Local Event: Your Weight Matters Long Island

Your Weight Matters Long Island

Finding reliable, science-based information about weight and health can feel overwhelming. That’s why the Obesity Action...

Stereo Garden

PATCHOGUE, N.Y. — Planet Nugg Cannabis Superstore is bringing together New York’s legal cannabis industry and Long Island’s nightlife scene for one of the season’s biggest events. On Saturday, August 29, SUMMER NEVER ENDS transforms Stereo Garden&nbsp;in Patchogue, NY into an all-day celebration featuring the Long Island Cannabis Expo from 4:20 PM – 8pm, followed by a spectacular nightclub experience with world-class DJs, immersive entertainment, premium food and drinks, and festival-style production until 1am.
Attendees can explore 80+ of New York’s leading licensed cannabis brands, meet cultivators and product experts, discover the latest innovations, enjoy exclusive promotions, interactive exhibits, giveaways, and educational experiences—all under one roof.
As the sun sets, Stereo Garden transforms into a high-energy nightclub with a state-of-the-art laser and liquid-lighting production featuring internationally recognized DJs MADDS, Carrie Keller, Myla, and a special performance by DJ CLEM. Blending melodic house, beach-club vibes, and peak-time club anthems, the lineup delivers the perfect soundtrack to close out the summer.
The experience is elevated with sexy performances, energetic GO-GO dancers, immersive sponsor activations, premium food and drink, with quick bites from Side Street Dive. The event will also be filmed live for an upcoming new DJ television series called "HOTBOXXE".
More than just an expo or a concert, SUMMER NEVER ENDS combines 2 unforgettable experiences into one destination—NY’s largest cannabis expo by day and ultra sexy dance party by night.
<h3>Event Details</h3>
What: SUMMER NEVER ENDS – LI Cannabis Expo &amp; Dance Party When: Saturday, August 29 | 4:20 PM – Midnight Where: Stereo Garden, Patchogue, NY Who: Adults 21+ with valid government-issued ID Featuring: 80+ licensed New York cannabis brands, DJs MADDS, Carrie Keller, Myla, and DJ CLEM, immersive laser and lighting production, the Missile Roller Girlz, food from Side Street Dive, sponsor activations, giveaways, VIP experiences, and more.
Advance ticket purchase is strongly recommended.
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SUMMER NEVER ENDS Returns with New York’s Largest Dispensary Expo & Dance Party

Jay Estate

The Jay Heritage Center in Rye, New York will celebrate America at 250 with a toast to Jay Medal honorees Pulitzer Prize-winning author Annette Gordon-Reed, the Carl M. Loeb University Professor at Harvard University and award-winning Lincoln historian Harold Holzer.
The Jay Medal for Service was created in 2012 to recognize individuals who demonstrate a selfless spirit of commitment to and engagement with their community mirroring the multifaceted contributions of John Jay and his descendants. These honorees have demonstrated through their life's work that our shared narratives as a country, complicated as they are, can be better illuminated through the highest caliber of ongoing scholarship and advocacy. Honorees are selected for their excellence in the fields of American history, environmental stewardship, social justice or civic engagement.
Joining the celebration will be Chief Judge of the State of New York and the New York Court of Appeals, Honorable Rowan D. Wilson and historian and philanthropist Elihu Rose who will present the awards at JHC's annual Soirée. Special guests will include David Blight, Frank Cogliano, Joanne Freeman, and Beverly Gage.

The Jay Medal Soirée will be held Saturday, September 19, 2026 at the Jay Estate from 5:30-9:30pm. Cocktails, dinner, award ceremony and dancing. Cocktail Attire.
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Jay Medal Soirée

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SOUTHAMPTON VILLAGE COMMERCIAL OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT
1,100 +/- SF commercial office space offers a refined and functional setting for professional use. With its prime Village location, practical layout, and timeless interior details, this is a strong opportunity for an office, studio, or professional service business seeking a polished Southampton presence. Was originally used by an architectural firm.
For additional information please contact Zachary at <a href="tel:631-379-8435" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">631-379-8435</a>.

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