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How To Celebrate Memorial Day 2025

By Lauren on May 24, 2025 Holiday

Memorial Day is a time to honor and remember the men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the armed forces. It’s a day to reflect on the sacrifices that have been made for our country and to celebrate the freedoms we enjoy as a result of their service. Here are some ideas for how to celebrate Memorial Day. 1. Attend a Memorial Day Parade Many cities and towns host Memorial Day parades to honor fallen soldiers. Attend one of these parades to show your support and pay your respects. You can bring your family and…

Small Business Week April 28 – May 4

By Lauren on April 27, 2024 Bargain Highlights This Week

Supporting small businesses is essential to help the local economy succeed and grow. Many small businesses create jobs, support local schools and services and contribute to the growth of the community. By shopping local you help local shops, restaurants, and other businesses in your community. Here are four easy ways you can help support small businesses in your community: 1. Leave a positive review Leaving a positive review helps potential customers determine if they want to give the business a try. Positive reviews can also boost the business’s search engine ranking, making it easier for others to find them. You…

Beautiful Lighthouses to Visit on Long Island

By Carlos on August 7, 2023 Family

You probably associate Long Island with New York City, but the island is also home to state parks, whaling towns, and many lighthouses. Long Island Sound has been notorious for centuries as a dangerous area for sailors. The sound is full of jagged rocks and hidden shoals that endanger sailing to this day. As a result, over 30 lighthouses have been built on Long Island, and although some have been demolished, Suffolk County still has more lighthouses than any other county in the US. They are beautiful, eye-catching monuments to Long Island’s history of maritime activity. Not all the lighthouses…

Turtles 101: What You Need to Know

By Lauren on May 23, 2023 Outdoor, Seasonal

May 23rd is World Turtle Day! Here is some information and tips on how to observe World Turtle Day here on Long Island. It’s Turtle Season! Here on Long Island active turtle season usually takes place mid-April through July, weather permitting and depending on species. Aquatic and land-based species both nest in soil on land that has excellent drainage to limit risk of drowning/flooding, and in full sun to keep the temperature warm enough to incubate successfully. Unfortunately, that can mean near an open roadway. Turtles are instinctively drawn to roads as the warmth and reflection of asphalt mimics a…

Fun & Frugal Activities to do Labor Day Weekend

By Carlos on August 31, 2018 Frugal Friday

Labor Day weekend is the unofficial end of summer for many families before the hustle and bustle of back-to-school overtakes their lives. Here are 10 activities to do this Labor Day weekend. Check Local Community Events Organizations and local churches often host free or inexpensive activities. They are usually open to the community too, which is a plus when you are not a member. Some organizations require a small fee or ask for a donation, so be sure to ask if it is not clear. You can usually find the information on your local county or town’s website. Times, activity…

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