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Maestro David Stewart Wiley leads the Long Island Philharmonic in a free concert at Heckscher State Park on Saturday.

Summer sounds with the Long Island Philharmonic

The Long Island Philharmonic takes to the stage at Heckscher Park on Saturday to present the Islip Arts Council’s annual free concert, a summertime ritual for music lovers. more

Karen Bloom | 7/14/10

Events on Long Island

Exhibits and more... CurrentsAn exhibit highlighting three exciting artists working today: Jessica Jackson Hutchins, Benjamin Edwards and Tom Sanford. All three artists have been shown widely in … more

7/14/10

Robert M. Snyder, Jr., left, takes on his father Robert M. Snyder in an arm wrestling contest.

It's father vs. son, and winner takes arm

Island Park residents Philip and Robert M. Snyder are no strangers to the movie screen. As teenagers, their free time was spent acting in and directing movies, leading them to win the Kodak Teenage … more

Justin Sachs | 7/7/10

Making a movie: On the set of Maggie Marvel, Jeanne Brennan filled a dual role as both producer and cinematographer.

LI. International Film Expo comes to Bellmore

Bellmore rolls out the red carpet once again for the Long Island International Film Expo, which opens July 8. The film festival, now in its 13th year, offers film buffs nine days of movie watching. It showcases the creativity of independent filmmakers, representing all genres of movie-making from around the world. more

Karen Bloom | 7/7/10

Events On Long Island

Exhibits and more... CurrentsAn exhibit highlighting three exciting artists working today: Jessica Jackson Hutchins, Benjamin Edwards and Tom Sanford. All three artists have been shown widely in … more

7/7/10

Lawrence High School's John Kinder is pressured by Clinton's Kwaku Duah during the Empire Challenge Football game June 22 at Hofstra.

L.I. drops Empire Challenge Game

Jordan Rodriguez’s 1-yard touchdown run with 1:41 remaining gave New York City a 15-10 victory over Long Island in a rain-soaked Outback Steakhouse Empire Challenge football game on June 22, played before a record crowd of 8,224 at Hofstra’s Shuart Stadium. more

Tony Bellissimo | 7/7/10

Bellmore filmmaker Leslye Abbey, right, showed the film “Little Shop of Wonders” at last summer's Long Island International Film Expo. She directed “Little Shop of Wonders,” a documentary about a longtime Bedford Avenue store, the Rock and Lapidary Shop, with help from production artist Michael Kanarek, left. They are pictured here with Bellmore Movies co-owner Henry Stampfel last July.

L.I. International Film Fest comes to Bellmore

Local movie-goers looking for a different experience than your typical summer blockbuster need look no further than their own backyard. The Long Island International Film Expo, hosted by the Long Island Film/TV Foundation, will return to the Bellmore Movies this week. The 13th annual expo will kick off with a preview night on Thursday, July 8, and an informal wine and cheese reception on Friday, July 9, at 5 p.m. for all ticket holders. more

Deirdre Krasula | 7/6/10

Summer can be cool if we all follow the rules

Recent drowning deaths on Long Island have prompted local officials to focus on water safety at our beaches, bays and public pools and to remind private pool owners of regulations already in place. more

7/1/10

Long Island Philharmonic Plays Heckscher State Park

Enjoy music under the stars when the Long Island Philharmonic, under the baton of David Stewart Wiley, performs at Heckscher State Park, Saturday, July 17, at 8 p.m. Maestro Wiley, music … more

6/30/10

Events on Long Island

Exhibits and more... CurrentsAn exhibit highlighting three exciting artists working today: Jessica Jackson Hutchins, Benjamin Edwards and Tom Sanford. All three artists have been shown widely in … more

6/30/10