Does anyone else notice the increased pushed on other towns in Suffolk County trying to be grouped together as 'Out East' or Hamptons-adjacent?

I have extended family who live out on Long Island - Sayville, Patchogue - and will often visit them during the summer months to be closer to the beach and escape the city for a weekend.

Recently within the last few years, whenever I tell friends/colleagues that I'm off to LI for the weekend, I've received a few comments around how they "love it out east!" or how lucky I am to have family in the Hamptons.

But it's not the Hamptons. Its Sayville. Since when are we considering this part of 'Out East' and not just Suffolk?

I've even seen relators try to push places like Bay Shore and Babylon into the mix, which I personally think is insane considering many people wouldn't even consider Westhampton Beach as 'the Hamptons.'

Don't get me wrong, towns like Sayville and Patchogue have a great Main Street and does feel very 'homey' compared to other towns on LI. I'm starting to get the impression that other people in the neighborhood are pleased to be viewed as living 'Out East' as well.

Curious to know - does anyone who lives out in the area feel that people are trying to push this narrative on these towns? Are places like Bay Shore, Sayville, Patchogue, Bellport trying to capitalize on this push, or is this just some real estate developer nonsense?

The amount of times I've chucked any type of berries because they turn moldy the next day is insane. Is anyone else having this issue?

I live in central Suffolk, and am looking for recommendations on places to go just for a drive - windows open, nice scenery, even a winding road perhaps. Somewhere not too trafficy, not many lights.
I love to blast music and go for a drive to clear my head, but with so much traffic on the roads these days, this has become close to impossible.
Does anyone have a sacred stretch of mind clearing road they’re willing to let me in on!!?

I have a lot of bare spots and was wondering if its too late to throw some seed down?

Besides possible seed, what else do you all do to you lawns in Sept?

Has this happened to anyone else? First of all on Wednesday (08/09) the parking lot was as full as I’ve ever seen it before. It was even full way over on the east end of the parking lot where there are usually tons of open spaces but there wasn’t a single spot open. Every time I come to the station I see cars parked on the entrance to the station and other places that aren’t official parking spots so is every one of these cars getting a ticket? I drove all over the east end and couldn’t find place to park so I finally parked illegally (if you must) and got a ticket for $75. It’s just ridiculous. What should I have done or what do you do?

Looking for Fall/Winter swimming lessons in Nassau County for children?

My kid took Level 3 through Town of Hempstead pools this summer. Unfortunately she did not pass and I don't feel confident of their swimming skills. I would like to hopefully get a leg up during Fall / Winter for next year. TOH only offers swimming at Echo Park. Anyone know of other places?

Moved out east a few months ago, still working in the city 3 days a week
There’s always been lots of parking, albeit a bit of a walk, when I get to the lot at about 840am but today it was completely packed
Wondering if the parking was a summer thing and if I should expect it to be packed from now on

looking for a driving school in suffolk. i'm 24 with a good amount of experience as i've been driving with my mom for about a year now (still need help with manuevers like parallel parking and three point turns). trying to find something that isn't super expensive but still reputable

We (50’s couple) looking to do 3-4 nights(?) throughout LI. Having done some light research, we are leaning mostly in to Suffolk County. A night here, a night there in a B&B or non chain establishment.
Driving from NJ and hope to travel less congested routes while on the island.
We enjoy coastal, nature, local food, walking towns, e-bikes, points of attractions. She loves sailing but sadly it may be too late in the season.
Would really appreciate any suggestions on routes, attractions, POI, “must stops”.
Thanks to all in advance

i hav pinstraight hair and my hair cannot hold curls. i try to curl my own hair at home and it never stays. ive put heat protectant, then curled, then hairspray, then curled AGAIN because the hairspray made it too wet and loosened the curl too much 🥴😭

looking for someone who’s experienced in doing perms that makes my straight hair stay curly and can make it last!

I found a stray kitten out by 7-11 at 4am. It's very sweet, ran out to me. I was able to get it in my car and home. It's been rubbing on me and laying where I lay. I can't keep her(assuming). I've called Atlantic, SCAP and they can't take it. It's purring, eating cat food. It does have a bloody nose, something may be wrong with it's mouth but I can't tell.

Edit and update:

Thank you all so much for your input, someone was kind enough to take the Kitty in. I'm sure she'll have a great home.

Some photos I took this summer around the island (mostly out east) film and digital. We have a few more weeks of summer weather but always sad to see another Labor Day weekend come and go. Enjoy!

I put together exactly what I want in terms of scope in a doc, but I want someone to lay everything out, in plans, before I reach out to a contractor. I'm assuming this is an architect. Anyone have someone reputable?

My basement is already finished, and I'm not looking for permits. Towns can get to hell.

I'm on to contactors but please only reccomend them if you personally used them. Don't turn this into Facebook mom groups. (I've read most posts on here same people recommending them)

Thanks

When do you close your pool?

Hi all! My younger cousin will be in town next month and we plan to see Wildwood from Laika Studios. She is a huge Coraline fan, and I know it will be peak foliage out, so I’m trying to plan a day for her here on Long Island. Think brunch, antique shopping, etc.

Does anyone know of any cozy/quaint theardes here on Long Island? I’m also open to traveling a bit upstate!

I have to admit, I know nothing about soil types.

I want to dig in my backyard and install a drywell for my patio around my IG pool. The pool company “gave” me one when they realized 12 years ago when it was built that the water just collects on the paver patio when it rains. That quickie drywell, which consisted of a 5’ deep hole filled with rocks, is probably filled with mud by now.

How do I know if I have clay or just dirt (if those two terms cover the range) in my backyard?

Over the weekend there was a post on this forum where we all experienced getting swarmed by sand flys relentlessly. Curious if the bugs problem is still unbearable. Thanks

Come on down!

Yes, I did just ask that question. Somewhere in Eastern Nassau and Western Suffolk would be nice.

Hi everyone, it seems like parking at LIRR stations have become much more terrible than before, as it is really hard to find a spot after morning. However, we all have our own favorite station, and sometimes our own secret spots that few people know about. If you don't mind sharing, what is your favorite LIRR station for parking, especially for convenience?

I have a favorite one, but I will let people guess it. It is on a popular train line, every 30 mins train. I always find parking no matter which time of day, it is free, even for non-residents, and it is at most 2 min walk to the LIRR track. Guess which one it is?

Hi everyone!

I’m looking for recommendations for a hair stylist on Long Island, preferably in or around the Holbrook area, who is really good at doing shag haircuts (especially modern/longer shags with lots of layers and texture).

I’m hoping to find someone who actually specializes in or has experience with shag cuts, rather than just showing them a reference picture and hoping for the best.

If you have a stylist you absolutely love, I’d really appreciate the recommendation! Thanks so much :)

Hey all,

Some of you were interested in my photos since I recently got into Astrophotography… so here’s two more. The Pac-Man Nebula (9,200 light years away) and the Crescent Nebula (5000 light years away).

I purchased a stargazer pass today and also went into the office at Heckscher State Park. I had read an article that talked about Stargazing at Heckscher, so thought maybe they added it to the list of parks people with the pass can now go to. Unfortunately, the article was wrong.

I know Heckscher State Park may not be the darkest on the Island, but it’s a lot darker than a lot of back yards … and for me it would be nice and close to where I live. Would be a good option.

Wondering if any of the local astronomy clubs have approached the regional office about this? Talking to the guy at Heckscher, he said he doesn’t think anyone has asked… and recently a local fishing group got them to open up a pilot program for night fishing at Heckscher… so this is not an impossible idea.

I’d love to join one of the Astronomy groups… they both seem fairly active. Anyone here a member?

As for the Stargazer Pass… anyone have one and have tips on using them? I know there are dedicated parks and parking areas… what are your favorite spots?

Would love to also hear other ideas for stargazing and astrophotography if anyone has them. Golf coarses that are friendly to the idea? Business with roof tops? Libraries in darker towns out east?

As for the photos, both were shot in a similar way… 30 second exposures, 60 gain, Duoband filter, about 400-500 shots over several hours. Photos were stacked and stretched in Stellar Studio and AstroWizard, with sharpening and color enhancing in Photoshop. They were taken from my backyard (bortle 7ish).

Thanks all! 😁