St. Gertrude's Church holds annual Feast of St. Anthony in Bayville

Posted Friday, June 12, 2026 12:01 am

Hundreds of fairgoers from across Long Island made their way to Centre Island Beach for the annual event.

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Local volunteers like Carolyn Collins, left, and Fiona Posilisco helped make fresh treats like zeppoles that were a hit amongst crowds.

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Families enjoyed rides, games, and food trucks throughout the weekend.

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Attendees experienced walking through the fair in the breezy summer weather.

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Centre Island offered attendees a scenic view of the harbor, just a few feet from the fair. The event was organized by St. Gertrude’s Roman Catholic Church.

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By Ella Gardner

Hundreds of families and friends gathered on Centre Island Beach in Bayville to celebrate the Feast of St. Anthony with St. Gertrude’s Roman Catholic Church at Newton Show’s carnival. Attendees enjoyed rides, food trucks and stands, live music, and a raffle.

Centre Island Beach served as the event’s venue, providing a close view of the harbor and cool summer nights. Local volunteers from St. Gertrude’s worked together to ensure the fair ran smoothly and kick off the start of the summer.

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