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Shinnecock , A Legacy of Golf Annual Tournament Honoring: The Late Norman Vincent Carle (1935-2006) & Peter Elmer Smith (1955-2002)



Date: Monday, October 20th
Time: 10:00am
Location: Bellport Country Club

The Shinnecock-Sewanaka Society, Inc., a Native American 501c3 grassroots community organization, will be hosting their Annual Golf Tournament on Monday, October 20th at 10:00am at the Bellport Country Club. The cost per golfer is $175.00 this includes a continental Breakfast, dinner, one raffle ticket to our grand prize, green fees, and golf cart. There will be many prizes and a special presentation of the Shinnecock History of Golf.

Come enjoy one of the oldest games on the Great South Bay.  If you can only attend the dinner and program the cost is $75.00, call 631-286-2262 for reservations by October 15th.

If you would like to contribute to this fundraiser by sponsoring a tee  the cost is $50.00 per tee or business card journal add at $30.00, for both sponsorships (tee & journal) $75.00.

This American Golf History celebration will hold many surprises so don’t miss out on this exciting day. Proceeds go to support the Society’s restoration building fund, The Fund for Education of Native Young People & the Peter Smith Foundation. If you would like to contribute to either fund, make a note on your check as to which fund you support. 

Please respond by October 13th if playing golf.

Click here for the Golf Tournament Registration Form

Send checks payable to the:

Shinnecock -Sewanaka Society
P. O. Box 219
Bellport, New York 11713


 


Messages From Village Hall

The Bellport Village Hall has released new messages for the community. Click here to read those messages.

 


 

CHARACTER COUNTS! For South Country School District Students

National CHARACTER COUNTS! week is October 19th – 25th and all South Country School District District students will be participating in this Character Education Program. School activities and programs have been planned for students during this week. In addition, each school building (including the administration building) will be collecting food during this week for Long Island Cares. Click here for more information.



FEMA & NYSDEC Flood Insurance Study and Maps Meeting

Bellport Village Hall has been notified that FEMA & NYSDEC has scheduled a meeting at Brookhaven Town Hall for 9:30am and 1:30pm on October 29, 2008 in order to answer any questions that the Bellport Community may have regarding the flood insurance study or proposed flood maps.

 

Bellport Village Open House This Weekend

Chris Niebling of American Dream Realty Properties will hold an Open House in Bellport Village on Sunday, October 12th. If you, or someone you know, is in the market for a new home, be sure to check it out! Click here for more information.


 



Garbage Schedule Changes Next Week

In observance of Columbus Day, the garbage pick-up schedule for Village of Bellport residents will change next week. Garbage normally scheduled to be picked up on Monday, October 13th will be picked up on Tuesday, October 14th. Garbage normally scheduled to be picked up on Tuesday, October 14th will be picked up on Wednesday, October 15th. Click here for more information.

 


"Monday Evening Recession Special" At The Bellport Restaurant

The Bellport, now in its 18th year, would like you to join them for their “Monday Evening Recession Special!” You will enjoy 3 gorgeous courses, Caprice du Chef Taylor. The Prix Fixe dinner is $19.00 and is served from 5:30pm to 9:00pm on Monday evenings. The Bellport’s regular menu is also available so stop down for a wonderful meal as only The Bellport can provide. Click here for more information.

 


New Village Legal Notices

We receive Village Legal Notices every few days and we post them as soon as we get them. Click here to review the newest notices.



 


Join The Bellport Restaurant For Halloween

The Bellport is once again holding their Halloween Masquerade on Friday, October 31st. Live music, dancing and a prix fixe dinner will make this evening a ghoulishly good time! Reservations are strongly suggested. Click here for more information.

 

 


A Gentle Yoga Class For Stressful Times

Beginning Tuesday, October 21st, Nick and Lillian of "It's Only Natural" will be holding a weekly gentle Yoga class at the St. James Parish Hall in Brookhaven Hamlet. This class is geared toward those who are beginners in the Yoga practice. Nick and Lillian hope that this class can be a tool for maintaining balance and health in  your everyday life. If you're looking for something a little more challenging, they also offer Intermediate Classes. Click here for more information.
 


New Homes For Sale In Bellport Village and Brookhaven Hamlet

American Dream Realty Properties and Swan Realty have both posted new homes for sale in Bellport Village on Bellport.com. Swan Realty has also posted additional houses in Brookhaven Hamlet. If you or someone you know is interested in buying a house, be sure to check them out in our Real Estate section! Click here for more information.


 


Bellport Fire Department and District News

The Bellport Fire District will hold a Public Hearing regarding their proposed 2009 Budget on Tuesday, October 21st. This meeting will be held at the Bellport Fire Dept. The Bellport Fire Department will hold a Blood Drive on Saturday, October 25th. There is currently a shortage of blood available. Please come out and help your neighbors by donating! Click here for more information about these events.


A Celebration To Honor Former Mayor Frank C. Trotta

On Thursday, October 30th, your friends and neighbors in the Bellport community will be holding an elegant sit down dinner to honor former Mayor Frank C. Trotta for his 31 years of service to the Village of Bellport and our community. Please follow this link to learn all about it and how you can attend.





 



Ray Fell Named Deputy Mayor

We just received the following announcement from Village Hall:

"At the September 29th Village Board Meeting, Mayor David Pate appointed Trustee Raymond Fell as the Deputy Mayor. Village Law vests the power of the Mayor with the Deputy Mayor, in the Mayor's absence." 



 


You Are Cordially Invited...

You are invited to share an evening of Cocktails, Gastronomical Delights, and Entertainment to benefit the Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind, Inc., and America's VetDogs - The Veteran's K-9 Corps. This very special event will be held on Sunday, October 26th from 5:00pm to 9:00pm "PORTERS on the lane." Click here for more information.


 



South Country Little League Annual Meeting and 2009 Season Registration

The South Country Little League will hold its Annual Meeting on Wednesday, October 15th at 7:00pm. The meeting will be held at The South Country Ambulance Headquarters (1309 Montauk Highway, East Patchogue). This is an open meeting and election of officers for the 2009 season will be held. Also, if you have an Interest in volunteering for the 2009 season please attend this meeting.

In addition, Registration Session's For The 2009 Season will be held on Wednesday, October 29th from 7:00pm-9:00pm and on Saturday, November 8th from 9:00am-12:00pm also at the South Country Ambulance Headquarters. Registration will be open for all boys and girls ages 4-12 years old.

For additional information about either of these events, contact the SCLL 631-455-0336 or visit our website.



Missing Street Garden Signs

Garden Club Meeting

As the street garden signs were collected, the Garden Club found that at least 10 had been "lost".  If you know of any that have popped up unexpectedly, please let us know and we will come collect it. Call Connie at 286-9105.



 



Bellport Village Help Wanted

Village Hall has released the following Help Wanted Notice:

Help Wanted: Incorporated Village of Bellport Highway & Sanitation Equipment Operator & Laborer. F/T M-F 7:00am to 3:30pm. Includes benefits.  Send resume to Deputy Clerk Katie Mehrkens – deputyclerk@bellportvillage.org or Fax # 631-286-7055.
 


Celebrate Oktoberfest At The Bellport Country Club Restaurant

Through November 1st, every night at the Bellport Country Club Restaurant is Oktoberfest! In addition to their regular menu, you can enjoy Bavaria's favorite dishes, Sauerbraten and Wiener Schnitzel, served with potato pancakes and red cabbage. They are also featuring Spaten and Beck's Oktoberfest Bier. Don't miss Oktoberfest 2008! Click here for more information.


 



Be Part Of An Aerial Photo Of Bellport Village

On Saturday, October 18th at 9:00am the Village of Bellport will be having an aerial photo taken at the Dock. This is to memorialize 1908 when the Village took the first steps to becoming an Incorporate Village. The Village will have a Centennial Celebration in 2010 recognizing its Incorporation. Everyone interested is invited to come down to the dock by 8:45am that morning. The rain date will be Sunday October 19th at 3:00pm.
 


New Hours For Village Paint's Designer Services

The Village Paint shop isn’t just a paint store! They also offer designer services by Barbarann, the Village Paint Shop’s designer. As Barbarann puts it, she wants to “Help you make your house, a home.” She will be glad to help you coordinate style, color, and textures, creating a look that’s right for you. Residential, commercial, and even marine decorating services are offered. Their services include: custom paint coloring and matching, window treatments, blinds, wallpaper, custom pillows and bedding, and more! Their in store services are available on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 10:00am-2:00pm. Click here for more information.



Back to School Special on Music Lessons

Rachel Bohlman is offering four FREE lessons on Piano, Violin and Viola to all students of the South Country school district who sign up for lessons before October 31st. Mention Bellport.com and Rachel will buy your first music book as well. Rachel’s studio is located on Beaver Dam road directly across from Bellport High School. Click here for more information about Rachel Bohlman.



 

New Highway Department Hours

Effective immediately, the Bellport Village Highway Dept will now be open Monday-Friday from 7:30am-3:30pm. They will be closed on Saturdays. The yard will be available to residents for dumping debris during these hours. You must obtain a dumping permit from the Village Hall.

 


Affordable NYC Apartment For Sale

We just received a listing for a beautiful New York City apartment for sale. Have you always wanted a lovely pied-a-terre a stroll from the subway and Express Buses to midtown, while still close to all highways servicing Westchester, New Jersey, and Long Island? Come see this charming one-bedroom co-op with additional office/nursery adjacent to the prestigious Fieldston neighborhood in the Bronx. Click here for more information and photos.
 



First Annual Bellport Scarecrow Contest!


It's the First Annual Bellport Village Children's Scarecrow Workshop and Contest! Come on down and have fun creating your own Scarecrow and then vote for your favorite!

Would you like to learn how to make a 6 foot Scarecrow of your own? Well, at the Bellport Scarecrow Workshop, to be held on Saturday, October 11th on the Village Green next to the Gazebo, we’ll show you how. Follow this link to learn all about it...

 

Photo Contest Winner

Thank you to everyone who voted and thank you to the Bellport Country Club Restaurant for supplying our grand prize of lunch for two! The votes have been counted and the winner has been decided... Click here to see the winning photo.

 


New Fall Menus At The Bellport Country Club Restaurant

Just in time for the new flavors of Fall, the Bellport Country Club has announced new lunch and dinner menus. Click here to see what's cooking!


 


Boys and Girls Club of the Bellport Area Coat Drive

Coat DriveThe Boys and Girls Club of the Bellport Area will be collecting winter coats and jackets through December 1st at their Club. Your generous donations will keep someone warm this winter. Click here for more information.





 


New Letter To The Editor Posted

A new Letter to the Editor has been posted.
Click here to read the letter.

 

 


Trotta's Cruise & Travel Has A New Motorcoach Catalog!

Trotta's Cruise & Travel has just released a new Motorcoach catalog. Just some of the events and tours covered include...

Calendar of Events
Broadway Shows
Day Tours
Holiday Tours
NYC Tours
Multiday Tours
Special Events


Follow this link to read all about it!



Don't Miss Reading This New Book Set In Bellport

It isn’t often that Bellport is the setting for a novel, which is why Linda Leuzzi’s new book, “My Year as the Italian Girl” is so interesting to Bellport residents! Currently being serialized in the Long Island Advance, “My Year as the Italian Girl” features a Sicilian exchange student named Francesca who comes to live for a year in Bellport, the divorced newspaper editor Vivian who hosts her, and a spunky girl, Keisha, who convinces Francesca to try out for the regional step competition. 

Leuzzi, who lives in Sayville, is the former editor of The Suffolk County News and Islip Bulletin. She’s written 8 non-fiction books, two of which were cited by the New York Public Library for their Best Books for the Teen Age list and has won several New York Press Association Awards for her newspaper work. Her experiences as a host mother for several Rotary exchange students, and as a former newspaper editor, prompted her to write this fiction book which celebrates the importance of community life and belief in one’s self. It also stresses tolerance and how our cultures are not so different.

While Leuzzi isn’t a Bellport resident, she was respectful of the Village in her research. Permission was received to attend the step squad classes that took place at the time at Bellport High School and other functions. And she tapped two locals to read her manuscript before it debuted in the Advance for input on the locale’s accuracy and there are plenty of local scenes. She also visited Catania, the city where Francesca comes from, to provide an interesting glimpse of life there. A work of fiction, “My Year as the Italian Girl” is registered with the Library of Congress and the Writers Guild.

You can learn more about the author via her website, www.lindaleuzzi.com.



Watch Victor Principe Speak About "Bellport Revisited" And Buy Your Copy On Bellport.com Today!


Victor Principe recently gave a talk regarding the concept behind his new book, "Bellport Revisited."  To view video from his extremely interesting discussion, including some photos from the book, click here.

Victor Principe’s new book, “Bellport Revisited” is now available for sale on Bellport.com in our new “Village Shoppe” section. In coming months, we plan to offer more Bellport related items for sale, so stay tuned!

According to the book’s publisher, “Bellport Revisited” chronicles the history of Bellport Village through a wealth of historic images, most never published before, from several private collections and from the extensive archives of the Bellport-Brookhaven Historical Society Museum. Victor is donating all royalties from the book to the Historical Society. By purchasing “Bellport Revisited” on Bellport.com, you are supporting both Bellport.com and the Historical Society. Follow the link below for more information.

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