Summer by the bay

Baldwin Chamber celebrates summer with waterfront barbecue at Bay Colony

Posted Friday, August 28, 2026 12:13 pm

Board member DJ Lyndell kept the soundtrack going as guests enjoyed an evening along Baldwin Bay.

Photos courtesy Baldwin Chamber of Commerce

From left, Baldwin Chamber of Commerce board member Melanie Vaughan of Pat’s Dance Studio, Nassau County Legislator Scott M. Davis, chamber board member Doug Wiedmann of Sanitary District No. 2 and the Baldwin Fire Department, Samantha Cools of The Cools Team and Irish Pub owner Shawn Sabel enjoyed the chamber’s summer barbecue at Bay Colony Beach.

Photos courtesy Baldwin Chamber of Commerce

Baldwin Chamber of Commerce Vice President Sean Gleason, left, manned the grill with help from Shawn Sabel, serving burgers, hot dogs and other barbecue favorites.

Photos courtesy Baldwin Chamber of Commerce

The Baldwin Chamber of Commerce brought members, friends and local officials together for its “Baldwin Chamber Gives Back” summer barbecue, an evening of food and fellowship by the water.

Photos courtesy Baldwin Chamber of Commerce

By Allyson Ferrari

The Baldwin Chamber of Commerce brought members, friends and local officials together Aug. 5 for an evening of food, music and waterfront views at Bay Colony Beach.

The chamber hosted its summer barbecue along Baldwin Bay as part of its “Baldwin Chamber Gives Back” celebration. Chamber board members pitched in throughout the evening, serving food and drinks and providing entertainment for those gathered by the water.

Board member Sean Gleason took charge of the grill, with assistance from Jim Capozzi, serving up summer favorites including burgers and hot dogs. Board member DJ Lyndell provided music as attendees relaxed and enjoyed the sea air.

Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé and Assemblywoman Judy Griffin also joined chamber members and guests for the festivities.

Bay Colony Beach, overlooking Baldwin Bay, provided a waterfront setting for the gathering, giving attendees an opportunity to socialize outside of the chamber’s usual business and networking events.

The barbecue was free for chamber members and one guest, with additional guests invited to attend for a fee. The chamber encouraged participants to bring their own beverages while food and entertainment were provided.

The event was held at Bay Colony Beach on Bay Front Place in Baldwin.

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