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June 2007

The Boys and Girls Club Of The Bellport Area's "Beach Ball 2007" Event

The Boys and Girls Club of the Bellport Area held their 4th Annual Beach Ball, “Calypso Under The Stars,” on Saturday, June 23rd. Over 500 guests attended this successful event held at the waterfront home of former Massachusetts Governor William Weld and Leslie Marshall. More than $200,000 was raised to support Club programs and activities! Click on the photo to see more photos from the event!


 


Phil Gallo Has Passed Away

We are deeply sorry to have to tell you that Bellport Village Deputy Mayor and Trustee, Philip Gallo, has passed away after a very short illness.

It was only about a month ago that Phil became ill on a vacation trip to Italy. In spite of not feeling well, Phil soldiered on and participated in the Meet The Candidates Night that took place only two weeks ago. He did so because he loved and cared about the Village and he wanted to do everything possible to help his fellow residents. When asked why he was running for re-election again, after having served on the Village Board for ten years, Phil said, “Because I believe in giving back to the community
in which I live.”

Phil was one of those people who always had a kind word for everyone, and never a bad one. He was never too busy to stop what he was doing and give you a hand. That’s just part of why everyone loved Phil so much.

Our hearts go out to Phil’s wonderful wife of 51 years, Joyce, their 3 children, 20 grandchildren, and 3 great grandchildren.

If the measure of how you lead your life is the number of people who stop by to say their last goodbyes, then Phil Gallo lead the kind of life we should all aspire too. Over 1,000 people stopped by the Lucia & Orlando Funeral Home on Sunday to say their last goodbyes.

We're going to miss you Phil.

 


Bellport Garden Club's Street Garden Recognition Program

The Bellport Garden Club recently started a Street Garden Recognition Program to honor those with gardens planned primarily for the pleasure of neighbors and passersby. The Garden Club received 44 applicants around Bellport, Brookhaven Hamlet, East Patchogue and Yaphank. Everyone who participated received a plaque. The Club was very pleased with the turn-out for the event. The Club hopes for even more participation next year and that this project helps to make Bellport an even prettier place to live! Click on the photo to the left to see more photos of the recognized gardens.
 



Beautiful Garden On Station Road
 

       
   
       
     

We received the following email and above photos from Herge Jansen, a longtime Bellport resident who now lives in Rocky Point.

“I would like to bring to your attention the beautification of a house and garden on Station Road, that seems to get better looking every time I drive by. With the permission of the owner, I took the above photos. He told me (the owner) that the Mayor once drove by and gave him a "thumbs up.” I would think that everyone driving by would enjoy the paintings, sculptures garden and general improvement of that stretch of Station Road.”

Click on any photo above to enlarge.
 



Marina Playground Renovation Update
 
   

The first pieces of the new playground equipment for the Marina have arrived! While "Looping The Dock," we noticed two new swing sets on Saturday. One set is for older children and parents and the other for younger children. We'll be sure to let you know as new pieces of playground equipment arrive. Click on either photo above to enlarge.

As summer rapidly approaches, we are all excited at the prospect of enjoying the outdoors and all that Bellport Village has to offer. One of the highlights for Village residents, and their surrounding neighbors, has always been the marina at the foot of Bellport Lane. As many of you may have noticed, the Playground in the marina is in need of an upgrade and a group has gotten together to raise money for the refurbishment of the playground. Donations are still being accepted to finish the playground upgrade. Please follow the two links below to see the plans for the new playground area and to read about how you can help.


Click this gate to see an artist's rendering of the proposed new playground.

Click this gate for information on how you can donate to the project.

 



Greater Bellport, Developing A Community Plan

On Thursday, June 29th, a meeting was held at the Central Dems 4 Brookhaven headquarters to discuss the community plan for developing the Greater Bellport area. The meeting was hosted by Jane Roe-Tierney and the guest speakers were Councilwoman Connie Kepert and the Greater Bellport Coalition’s Co-chairpersons, Georgette Grier-Key and John Rogers. Click on any photo to enlarge.
 

Brookhaven Councilwoman
Connie Kepert

 

Coalition Co-Chairpersons Georgette Grier-Key and John Rogers

 

Central Dems 4 Brookhaven President
 Jane Roe-Tierney


The Greater Bellport area is defined as most of the area encompassed by the South Country School District. The idea behind the development of the plan is to have the community, rather than developers, determine the future of development in the Greater Bellport area. The plan is to guide future development towards small town living rather than the strip malls that have been so prevalent over the past 50 years.

The members of the Greater Bellport Coalition include:

  • Bellport United Methodist Church

  • Bellport Youth Football

  • BHEP Alliance Inc.

  • Boys and Girls Club

  • Central Bellport Civic Association

  • Habitat for Humanity of Suffolk

  • HELP Suffolk

  • Long Island Housing Partnership

  • New Bethel E.P.C.

  • Old South Haven Presbyterian Church

  • Open Door Church

  • Sills Road Association

  • South Country Board of Education

  • South Country Conference

  • South Country Land Trust

  • South Country School District

  • St. Joseph the Worker Church

  • TISK Learning Center

  • Victory Church of God

  • Victory Housing Development

The goals of the Coalition are:

  • Better transportation: Including Station Road improvements, better pedestrian access, and improved public transportation

  • Business/Economic development: Improved commercial mix and the addressing of Montauk Hwy and the Outlet Center

  • The creation of a “Main Street” on Station Road or Montauk Hwy

  • More open space, including improved safety, existing facilities, and the development of new parks

  • Cultural: The completion of the Indian Museum and the development of more cultural facilities

  • Environmental: Redevelop/Clean Brownfields

  • Urban Design: Streetscape and storefront beautification, Montauk cleanup/landscaping

  • Housing: Develop mixed use buildings

The Coalition wants to hear from you and they’d love for you to get involved. You can visit their website at: www.greaterbellportcoalition.com

Or, you can drop John or Georgette an email at: John Rogers, jrogers@adapco.com Georgette Grier-Key, georgette.bric@gmail.com

Sustainable Long Island and Greater Bellport Coalition
Debbie Ann Chang, DChang@SustainableLI.org
516.873.0230
 



Bellport Cold Beer & Soda 10th Anniversary and Customer Appreciation Day

On Saturday June 16th, Dave's Bellport Cold Beer & Soda celebrated its 10th anniversary. It was quite an event!  Dave was grilling and giving away free hot dogs (over 200) all day. There were big sales, raffles, representatives from beverage companies, including the guys from Butternuts Brewing who were on hand giving out samples, and Dave gave away hundreds of free glasses, signs, posters, key chains, and inflatables. The weather was great, and the day was very successful! Everyone had a great time, and got something free to take home.

Pictured above is Bellport Village Mayor Frank Trotta presenting Dave's Bellport Cold Beer & Soda with and award for 10 years of excellent service to Bellport and the surrounding communities of East Patchogue and Brookhaven. Current and former employees were on hand for the celebration. L-R: Mike Cushion, Paul Curcio, Bill Herron, Frank Trotta, Don Schultzer, Matt Magee, Dave Schultzer, Mike Abbitello, Diane Schultzer, Bill "JR." Hughes, Macin Mroz. Click the photo to enlarge.

The photo to the right features Dave, staff, customers, friends, and the guys from Butternuts Brewing toasting to a great day. Click the photo to enlarge.

Photos courtesy of Dave Schultzer from Bellport Cold Beer & Soda.



 


Carlton Shaw Memorial Walk

If you're a "glass half full" kind of person, you try to find the good in some of the bad things that happen in life. Certainly, Carlton Shaw's tragic death was a terrible thing, but the way our community has come together to try to help his family makes us proud of all of you.

On Sunday, June 10th, the Bellport High School Student Council organized a walk to raise money for Carlton Shaw's family. At first, the plan was to involve only the students, but there were so many people and organizations that wanted to help that the walk had to be expanded to include anyone and everyone.

Hundreds of walkers participated and were supported by the Hagerman Fire Department and the South Country Ambulance Company. If you would like to make a donation, you can send a check made out to the Carlton Shaw Memorial Fund and send it to Bellport High School, 205 Beaver Dam Road, Brookhaven, NY 11719, Attn: Ellen Hoffman. All of the proceeds will go to Carlton Shaw's family.

We don't usually post this many photographs of a particular event, but we wanted to show as many of the wonderful people as possible who participated in the walk. Click any photo to enlarge it.

 
           
       
           
       
           
       
           
       
           
       
           
       
           
       
           
       
           
       
           
       
           
       
           
       
           
       
           
         

 



Fire in the Marina!

We will add details as they become available, but we wanted to share these fantastic photos, taken by Tim Edwards of Fire News, with you as soon as possible. Click any photo to enlarge it


Here is the first information available from the Bellport Fire Department...

"On Wednesday, June 6, 2007, at approximately 10:15am the Bellport Fire Department was called to a boat fire at the Bellport Dock. First on scene was Lieutenant Jason Crane who notified Second Assistant Chief Dane Hartmann that there was a working boat fire. Bellport's Fire Boat 5-1-26 responded along with Bellport's Engine 5-1-3 who stretched a 2 1/2" line and went to work. Second Assistant Chief Dane Hartmann called for mutuals with one engine from Hagerman and one Engine from Brookhaven to respond to the scene. Suffolk County PD Marine Bureau responded with 4 boats to lend a hand. The fire was quickly knocked down with only minor damage to nearby boats. The cause of the fire is unknown and still under investigation."

 



The Much Anticipated New Bakery In Town Is Open!


The Bellport Bakery is just a few steps East of the four corners, on the South side of Main Street. They feature all kinds of breads, pastries, cookies, and cakes plus a variety of coffees and ice creams. Stop in and say hello! With a little luck they'll have some free samples on the counter as they did on one of our recent visits. Welcome to Bellport, Bellport Bakery!




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Lives Remembered...



We received several photographs from Bellport resident, Lauren Porter for use in the Bellport.com Photo Gallery, however these particular photos were very special. Tragically, two of Lauren’s dogs, Zena and Bruiser, had their lives taken due to the recent contaminated dog food outbreak. In their memory, we asked Lauren to write us a little about Zena and Bruiser. Here’s what she had to say:  

"In the picture of Bailey, Zena & Bruiser sitting in a row is my daughter Meagan who is also dressed up as a puppy. That picture was taken prior to Meagan having any siblings and she was just trying to fit in with her companions."

"In the picture of the dogs carrying the stick Bailey (female also daughter of Bruiser & Zena) is on the left, Bruiser (male) middle and Zena (female) on the right. Their favorite place to go to is the end of S. Howells Pt. Rd. in the pickup truck with a stick. They absolutely loved everything about the beach including rolling in the sand, fetching the stick and just sun bathing.  Bruiser & Bailey were very competitive about swimming to the stick and bringing it back to shore where Zena, who we called “land shark,” would be waiting to steal it from them."  

Click on any photo above to enlarge.

 


The Bellport Camera Club Exhibits At The South Country Library

The Bellport Camera Club is exhibiting an interesting variety of photographs at the South Country Library on Station Road. The exhibit will be on display for the month of June in the lower level of the library. Be sure to visit the library and check it out! Click on the photo for more information about the Bellport Camera Club.

 

 





May 2007

Bellport Resident Helps To Organize Fundraiser For Schneider Children's Hospital

The Division of Neonatal Medicine at Schneider Children’s Hospital in New Hyde Park received a generous gift following a fundraising event held at Oceanside Autowash on Sunday, May 27th. Al Pennachia, of Hicksville, and Al Carrabis, a Bellport resident, organized the event, which raised more than $10,000. Pictured above (left to right): Al Pennachia of Hicksville; Dennis Davidson, chief, Division of Neonatal Medicine at Schneider Children's Hospital; and Al Carrabis of Bellport. Click the photo to enlarge.

The Division of Neonatal Medicine at Schneider Children’s Hospital provides one of the largest and most advanced newborn intensive care services in the United States. With two regional neonatal centers located minutes from each other, as well as nine affiliated hospitals in Staten Island, Queens and Long Island, the division has the responsibility of caring for almost 27,000 newborns a year – 10 percent of all infants born annually in New York State.

 



Want To Get Rid Of Those Annoying Ad Flyers?

We just received a note from Village Resident, Elaine Hendrie suggesting that if you don't want those pesky and annoying ad flyers dropped in front of your house, you can call Newsday/ Distributors Systems of America at 631-843-3973 and tell them that you don't want the flyers delivered to your home. Flyers piling up in front of your house are a sure fire sign that no one is home!

 


Memorial Day Parade

The Annual Memorial Day Parade through downtown Bellport was held on Monday, May 28th. Click on the photo to the left to see more photos from the parade!

 

 



 


Bellport Garden Club Plant Sale

Garden Club Members held a plant sale on May 28th at the Annual Memorial Day Parade in downtown Bellport. This sale offered a great chance to get a jump start on spring planting and support the Garden Club at the same time! Click on the photo to the left to see more photos from the event!





 


SBAA 50th Annual Member Exhibit

The South Bay Art Association held its 50th Annual Member Exhibit May 26th - May 28th at the Bellport Community Center. Click on the photo to the left to see more award winning art work from the exhibit.

 




 


New Around Town...

At times, I think of myself as Bob Lyons with a camera when I'm walking around town. In the last week I've seen some major changes in Bellport Village that you might not be aware of. Click any photo to enlarge it.
 
 
There's a new gazebo in the Village Green, across from the Community Center!
   
   
There's a new Bakery coming to town!
     
     
There's a new Tailor  coming to town!
     
   
Carla Marla's has a special treat and a welcome for your pup!

 


April 2007

Brookhaven Elementary School Cares About The Community

 

The families and students of Brookhaven Elementary School have been busy creating caring baskets and participating in "Locks of Love" as a way to implement the district’s character education program, CHARACTER COUNTS. Click here to read more about what they've been up to!

 


Bellport High School Art Students Honored

Several Bellport High School Students have had their artwork honored in local competitions. Click on the image to the left for more information and to see which students have been honored.

 

 

 

 


And You Thought YOUR Day Was Bad...

This photo was taken by resident Elaine Hendrie, of a CVS truck that seems to have taken a wrong turn down Bellport Lane. It could have been worse; he could have continued on into the Bay....

Click on the photo for a larger version...

 




 


March 2007

The Easter Bunny Visited Carla Marla's Ice Cream Parlor!

 


On Saturday, March 31st, Carla Marla's Ice Cream Parlor had a visit from the Easter Bunny! Carla Marla's provided FREE photos with the Easter Bunny for anyone who stopped by the shop. Even our fearless Bellport.com photographer couldn't resist having his picture taken! And of course everyone used this as a great opportunity to enjoy some of Carla Marla's tasty treats! Click any photo to enlarge it.


Click here
for more information about Carla Marla's Ice Cream Parlor.


 



Nathaniel Petrocine Invited to Compete at Snowboard National Championships

Nathaniel Petrocine, son of Tom and Linda Petrocine of South Kent, CT and grandson of Mrs. Elizabeth Petrocine of Bellport, has won a spot in the United States of America Snowboarding Association (USASA) Junior Men’s Boardercross National Championship, to be held in Lake Tahoe the first week of April, 2007. Boardercross is a series of races with four competitors at a time on a winding course with jumps. For the 2007 season Nathaniel ranked 27th nationally in his age group, boys 16 and 17. He competed for his school, Holderness School in Plymouth, New Hampshire, where he is a sophomore Honors student. He is currently training in Winter Park, Colorado prior to leaving for Lake Tahoe.





Bellport High School Students Receive Awards For Their Work At The Parrish Museum Exhibition Competition

Two Bellport High School Students received Honorable Mention awards for their work displayed in the Parrish Museum's High School Art Exhibition Competition. The award winning students were Justine Quinones for a Computer Graphic Self Portrait, and Yasamin Mukhtarzada for a Watercolor Painting. In total, twenty-three Bellport High School students displayed their work at the Exhibition and Competition. The Parrish Museum exhibition was open to all high schools in the townships of Brookhaven, Southampton, Southold, and East Hampton and was on view from March 11th through March 25th. Participating seniors competed for $200 cash prizes in six categories: Painting, Sculpture, Computer Graphics, Drawing/Printmaking and Mixed Media. Parrish Museum is located at 25 Job's Lane, Southampton, NY 11968.

Pictured above are several of the students who had work entered into the show and attended the opening. They are (from left to right): Carynne Litcher, Kerin Lawlor, Samantha Horn, Christine Jaeger, Lauren Grucci, Amanda Cervone, David Farinella, Emily Hagerman, and Justine Quinones (Honorable Mention, Computer Graphics). Click on the photo for a larger version.

Click
here to see the complete list of students who represented Bellport High School in the exhibition.





February 2007

Town Of Brookhaven Industrial Development Agency Public Hearing Regarding the Caithness Power Plant, February 26, 2007

On February 26th, a public hearing was held in the Brookhaven Town Offices regarding financial aspects of the Caithness Power Plant. As most of you were not able to attend the meeting, Bellport.com attended for you. Below is a recording of the entire meeting and we've also split out comments made by Dr. Susan Agruso, South Country Schools Superintendent, and School Board Members James Vaughan and Gregory Miglino. Click any photo to enlarge it.

 
  Members of the
IDA Board
Aerial view of the site   Schedule of payments  

 
 
At one point in the meeting, "Homeland Security" was called to remove the shovel one of the members of the audience brought with them. We never did find out what the shovel was for. You can't make this stuff up!


The Entire Public Hearing

Superintendent Agruso's Comments

School Board Member James Vaughan's Comments

School Board Member Gregory Miglino's Comments

 



Aerial Views Of Iceboating in Brookhaven Hamlet



Rich Giannotti is well known around town for his little yellow airplane. We took a flight with Rich on Saturday to see how the iceboating was coming off the end of Motts Lane in Brookhaven Hamlet. As you can see, it's coming along nicely. At least a few of us are enjoying the cold weather!

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Toby Walker Video And Photos On Bellport.com...

Back in January, we told you about a wonderful concert our friend, Toby Walker, was about to give at the Boulton Center in Bayshore. As we expected, nearly 300 people attended and the show was sold out. We're sure that some of you were disappointed because you weren't able to get tickets.

At that time, we also posted a recording of Toby playing Nobody's Fault But Mine which was made on New Year's Eve at our home.

Well, we can't make up for your not being able to attend the Concert, but we have just posted photos from the Concert and a Video of Toby playing the final version of Nobody's Fault But Mine. This is the actual recording that will appear on Toby's next CD which will be out in a few months.

Sit back, turn up your speakers, and enjoy!

 


January 2007

Bob Wallen Performs At Painters'



If you've been wanting to take in some live music, but didn't know where to go, Painters' Restaurant is THE place. Every Thursday evening, starting February 1st, Painters' is featuring live Blues and Jazz entertainment from 7:00pm-11:00pm with no cover charge!

On February 1st, the featured performer was Bob Wallen who many of you know from his many "gigs" in and around Bellport. Bob's music is a mix of both Blues and Jazz and is always sure to please. Bob will be performing again at Painters' on February 8th so come on down and enjoy some great music.

Click here for more information about Painters'.





Numerous South Country Students Selected For SCMEA All-County Music Festival

The Suffolk County Music Educators’ Association (SCMEA) selected 52 musicians in the South Country School district to be members of the 2007 All-County Music Festival.  Bellport has representatives in all three performing organizations, including the All-County Band, Chorus, and Orchestra. Three rehearsals, totaling 14 hours, will culminate in several concerts at Comsewogue High School on Saturday, March 10th and Sunday, March 11th.  Selections of All-County students were made from NYSSMA Solo Festival evaluation sheets / scores and nominations submitted by district music teachers.  The SCMEA All-County Music Festival recognizes Suffolk’s most accomplished music students in grades 5-10. Click here to see the list of all students representing South Country for 2007.





Playcrafters Performs A Dramatic Reading At Christ Episcopal Church
 

On Sunday, January 28th, Playcrafters Theatre Group performed a dramatic reading of "The Man Who Came to Dinner" at Christ Episcopal Church Hall in Bellport.  The performance was free to members of Playcrafters and guests paid $7. A variety of desserts and coffee were served. Approximately 70 people were in attendance and laughter was in abundance. Some Bellport residents participating were Peter Morrison, Jane and Bill Love, and George Loizides (who also directed). Click here for more information about Playcrafters.





Ten South Country String Students Selected To The 2007 Long Island String Festival

The Long Island String Festival Association (LISFA) announced the selection of South Country School District String musicians to perform with the 2007 LISFA String Orchestras. The LISFA festival consists of string orchestras at the elementary, middle school, junior high and high school level and features the finest string musicians in Suffolk Country. Students are selected based upon scores from performances at the NYSSMA Spring Solo and Ensemble Festival, held last June, and upon recommendations submitted by the South Country string faculty.

Members of the Junior High and High School Division will rehearse at Ward Melville High School on Friday, February 2nd and Saturday, February 3rd. The festival will culminate with a public concert presented on Sunday, February 4th at 1:00pm. in the Ward Melville High School auditorium.

The elementary and middle school participants will attend rehearsals at Northport High School on Friday, January 19th and Saturday, January 20th. Their festival will be presented on Sunday, January 21st at 1:00pm. in the Northport High School auditorium.

In all, three students were chosen from Bellport High School, five from the Middle School and two from Frank P. Long. Congratulations to each of these fine musicians for representing themselves and their school district at such a prestigious event! South Country LISFA members are:
 

Elementary Division (Grade 5):
Olivia Gassner Violin
Madeline Mojallali Cello
   
Middle School Division (Grades 6-7):
Timothy Carney Viola
Elizabeth O’Connor Violin
Andrea Leelike   Violin
Sam Polins Viola
   
Junior High Division (Grades 8-9):
Jessica Polins Viola
Paulina Salcedo-Watson Viola
Matthew Zampariello Violin
   
High School Division (Grades 10-12):
Jonathon Lee Violin





"Small Works" Exhibit at the Phoenix Gallery

The Phoenix Gallery's "Small Works Show" featured works no larger than 45" in perimeter. Over 40 artists submitted a total of 90 pieces to be judged. Considering the quality of the work submitted, the judging was no simple job, but Kate Carmel and Pamela Lerner of Pamela Lerner and Kate Carmel Antiques were certainly qualified for the job.

Kate was previously the Chief Curator of the American Craft Museum and Dean of a division of Parsons School of Design. She is a noted specialist in 20th Century Design and is also a member of the Appraisers Association of America.

Pamela spent many years as a National Sales Executive for a Lisbon based ceramic-arts group. She then became the Sales Director for a major US cosmetics company and she has been in the Antiques & Design Industry for the past nine years.

 
           
       
           
       
           
       
           
       
           
       
           
       
           
       
 


December 2006

It's a good thing that Fletch has that flatbed trailer!

As many of you know, Fletcher Bedell has a passion for tractors.. when he isn't riding his motorcycle. He collects tractors, fixes them, shows them and transports them.

As you can see, it's a good thing he has all that room on his trailer!

Click to enlarge...


 



You didn't have to be a pet to visit Santa!

On Sunday, December 10th Santa came to the Inside Out Home and Gardens shop so that your pet could take a photo with him! Refreshments were served and everyone had a great time as Santa had a gift (a Milk Bone) for all who wanted one. In fact, you didn't even have to be a pet to have your photo taken with Santa. Great job, Melodie!

           
       
           
       

 



Marilyn Has Retired...

After 13 years of working for the Village of Bellport, Deputy Village Clerk, and Assistant to the Mayor, Marilyn Reich has decided to retire. November 30th was her last day.

Showing what a wonderful person Marilyn is, and what a contribution she has made to everyone in the Village, well over 100 people attended a party celebrating Marilyn's retirement.

Marilyn, and her husband Bob, will be retiring to Deerfield Beach, Florida (near Fort Lauderdale) after they sell their home here in the Village. Two of Marilyn's children already reside in that area.

Before coming to work for the Village, Marilyn owned "Plain and Fancy," a dress shop on Bellport Lane in the Village, for about seven years. When Marilyn decided to close Plain and Fancy, she thought she was going to retire, but within two days, she found herself working for the Village. It's hard to say no to Mayor Trotta. Frank knows a good thing when he sees it!

Marilyn started off as the Mayor's Assistant, but was quickly promoted to the position of Deputy Clerk. Marilyn told us that the best part of her job was seeing all the Village Residents at the counter in Village Hall. She said, "We have a lot of nice people in town... I'm going to miss Bellport."

Marilyn told us that when she first moved here from Boston over 40 years ago, she was so homesick. One day when she was walking down the street, "waving to this one and waving to that one," she realized that she was home. "This is home."

The move is stressful and Marilyn dreads the move, but if anyone would like to buy a great piano, she'd love to talk to you!

All the best to you and Bob, Marilyn!
 



December Art Exhibit at the UUFB, "Angels of Hope"
 

On Sunday, December 3rd, The Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Bellport, held an opening reception for its December Art Exhibit, "Angels of Hope." This exhibit will feature the work of Frank Muller, noted nature photographer who now turns his photographic artistry to angel sculpture in his exhibit. Click here for more information about this ongoing exhibit.
 



There's A New Business In Town!

"Candid Like Life Photography" is located on South Country Road, just to the right of the Bellport Deli. They specialize in wedding, portrait, pet, and event photography.

Bellport.com would like to welcome them to the Village and we wish them all the best.

Candid Like Life Photography
120 South Country Road
Bellport, NY 11713
631-803-6113

 


 



Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Bellport Annual Holiday Victorian Tea...

On Saturday, December 2nd, The Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Bellport, had their 12th Annual Holiday Victorian Tea... a sumptuous, old fashioned tea replete with homemade goodies, in their historic home decorated for the holidays. Olde Time Victrola music in view of the Great South Bay and a silent auction added to the holiday spirit. All were invited to wear period dress. Click any photo to enlarge it.

           
       
           
       
           
       

 



Holiday Fairs and Bazaars...

We've lived in Bellport for 35 years now and we always thought people just hibernated for the winter months and then emerged from their caves in the spring. Boy, we couldn't have been more wrong. There's A LOT going on, you just have to know where to look for it.

This past weekend, on Saturday, December 2nd, was a good example. There was a Holiday Fair at the Christ Episcopal Church, and a Christmas Bazaar at the Bellport United Methodist Church. Below are photos from each. Just click a photo to enlarge it.

Now that you know what to expect at each, you should plan on doing some of your Holiday shopping locally at the Fairs and Bazaars next year! I sure hope Rich is making the hotdogs again next year. They were great!
 

The Christ Episcopal Church Holiday Fair...

           
       
           
       
           
       

 

The Bellport United Methodist Church Christmas Bazaar...

           
       
           
       
           
       

 



Annual Bellport Holiday Festival and Tree Lighting