Gardeners Needed! May 28, 2026

 

Calling all Volunteers!

On Thursday May 28th, 2026 at 10:00 the BBPHA, in conjunction with Seatuck Environmental Association, are looking for volunteers. We are looking for a handful of volunteers to help with a native planting project at Avery’s 5-Mile Look at the foot of Blue Point Ave. The Heritage has been involved with this community project for about 7 years. There are many groups who have donated their time and resources to make this project happen , including assistance and approval from The Town of Brookhaven, Suffolk County Legislators and the NY State Department of Environmental Conservation.

The wall that was recently restored at the foot of Blue Point Avenue once surrounded one of our most beautiful hotels and boarding houses in Blue Point: Avery's 5-Mile Look. This lavish dwelling burned down in 1939 but the original fountain and restored wall are still in place and now with your help, we will incorporate native plantings in the area. You’ll be working under the guidance of “Seatuck Environmental Association”, along with the Bayport Blue Point Heritage Association. Please join us if you are able! Contribute to your community and keep history alive!

Date: 5/28/26

Time: 10:00am

What you’ll need: gloves and shovels (if you have) and the love of planting.

Thank you!

Reminders: May 11, 2026

 

General Membership Meeting

Our May General Membership meeting is open to all and held at the BBP Library. There is also a raffle at every meeting. Please join us for this informative meeting:

The May meeting, the last one until the fall, will be about the history of the Long Island Railroad.

Dave Morrison, Historian

Sunday, May 17, 2026

Time: 2:00-4:00pm

Dave Morrison, retired LIRR branch manager and railroad historian, will present LIRR history with a focus on the Montauk Branch. Drawing from 50 years of research, he will cover its 19th century origins, branches, station history, and share rare photos. Join us for this informative and interesting meeting.

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Members First Look

This event is for Members Only of the BBPHA. Not a member, no worries! You can join now or on the day of the event. Be the first to see the new displays and additions at the Meadow Croft estate. Send in your membership now!

Newsletter for May 2026

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General Membership Meetings

Our May General Membership meeting is open to all and held at the BBP Library. There is also a raffle at every meeting. Please join us for this informative meeting:

The May meeting, the last one until the fall, will be about the history of the Long Island Railroad.

Dave Morrison, Historian

Sunday, May 17, 2026

Time: 2:00-4:00pm

Dave Morrison, retired LIRR branch manager and railroad historian, will present LIRR history with a focus on the Montauk Branch. Drawing from 50 years of research, he will cover its 19th century origins, branches, station history, and share rare photos. Join us for this informative and interesting meeting.

 

~ April 2026 Newsletter~

 April 2026 Newsletter

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General Membership Meetings

Our April General Membership meeting is open to all and held at the BBP Library. There is also a raffle at every meeting. Please join us for this informative meeting:

Our April meeting will explore the Roosevelt girls. In 1891, John Ellis Roosevelt and his wife Nannie moved their family into their summer estate in Sayville. Daughters Pansy and Gladys were ten and two years old, respectively, and baby Jean was born at Meadow Croft that year. These active, intelligent, and creative girls were active in our local community as well as in the upper-class society of NYC. Join local historian Frank Giebfried as we explore the lives of these fascinating Gilded Age women: their marriages, travels, triumphs, and unfortunate tragedies.

The Roosevelt Girls of Meadow Croft

Frank Giebfried, BBP Historian

Sunday, April 12, 2026

Time: 2:00-4:00

The May meeting, the last one until the fall, will be about the history of the Long Island Railroad.

Dave Morrison, Historian

Sunday, May 17, 2026

Time: 2:00-4:00pm

Dave Morrison, retired LIRR branch manager and railroad historian, will present LIRR history

with a focus on the Montauk Branch. Drawing from 50 years of research, he will cover its 19th

century origins, branches, station history, and share rare photos. Join us for these informative and interesting meetings.

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Murder Mystery at Meadow Croft

Back by popular demand! The BBPHA is proud to bring back a Clue-like Murder Mystery event held at Meadow Croft. This will be a repeat performance (with a new twist). Our last performance was a sellout crowd and well received. A fun time was had by all! Put your investigative skills to work as you move from room to room at Meadow Croft and uncover "who did it?" "in what room?" and "with what weapon?"

Save the dates of April 25th and May 9, 2026. Tickets will go on sale through our own website on April 11th. If anyone is interested in volunteering, please reach out to our chairperson Beth at abclamarca@gmail.com. This should be a fun evening for families, friends and detective sleuths! See the flyer below for more information and the preview of the event in "The New York Herald" newspaper article from 1910. Get your tickets early as space is limited. 

General Membership Meetings, March & April 2026

 

General Membership Meetings

Our March General Membership meeting is open to all and held at the BBP Library. There is also a raffle at every meeting. Please join us for this informative & interesting meeting:

Join us for a local history event with Brittany Cutrone, proprietor of Laughlin Vineyard and granddaughter of Barney Laughlin. Learn the rich history of her family’s vineyard, their long-time connection with the Roosevelt family, and the legacy left by her grandfather through old letters, postcards, and personal memories.

Postcards from Papa: Letters, Legacy, and the Land We Tend

Brittany Cutrone

Loughlin Vineyard, Proprietor

Sunday, March 22, 2026

Time: 2:00-4:00

BBP Library

Our April meeting will explore the Roosevelt girls. In 1891, John Ellis Roosevelt and his wife Nannie moved their family into their summer estate in Sayville. Daughters Pansy and Gladys were ten and two years old, respectively, and baby Jean was born at Meadow Croft that year. These active, intelligent, and creative girls were active in our local community as well as in the upper-class society of NYC. Join local historian Frank Giebfried as we explore the lives of these fascinating Gilded Age women: their marriages, travels, triumphs, and unfortunate tragedies.

The Roosevelt Girls of Meadow Croft

Frank Giebfried, BBP Historian

Sunday, April 12, 2026

~ March 2026 Newsletter ~

 ~ March 2026 Newsletter ~

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Highlights: 

St. Patrick's Day Parade

Join us for Bayport Blue-Point's 36th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade! This year the parade will be held on March 15th starting at 11:00 am. The rain date will be March 22nd. The parade begins on Snedecor Ave and marchers will walk along Montauk Hwy to Blue Point Ave. Our Grand Marshal this year will be Jennifer McNamara from the Johnny Mac Foundation. Congratulations to Jennifer!

General Membership Meetings

Our March General Membership meeting is open to all and held at the BBP Library. There is also a raffle at every meeting. Please join us for our March meeting:

Join us for a local history event with Brittany Cutrone, proprietor of Laughlin Vineyard and granddaughter of Barney Laughlin. Learn the rich history of her family’s vineyard, their long-time connection with the Roosevelt family, and the legacy left by her grandfather through old letters, postcards, and personal memories.

Postcards from Papa: Letters, Legacy, and the Land We Tend

Brittany Cutrone

Loughlin Vineyard, Proprietor

Sunday, March 22, 2026

Our April meeting will explore the Roosevelt girls. In 1891, John Ellis Roosevelt and his wife Nannie moved their family into their summer estate in Sayville. Daughters Pansy and Gladys were ten and two years old, respectively, and baby Jean was born at Meadow Croft that year. These active, intelligent, and creative girls were active in our local community as well as in the upper-class society of NYC. Join local historian Frank Giebfried as we explore the lives of these fascinating Gilded Age women: their marriages, travels, triumphs, and unfortunate tragedies.

The Roosevelt Girls of Meadow Croft

Frank Giebfried, BBP Historian

Sunday, April 12, 2026

Save the dates!

Save the dates, read & share our newsletters, or follow us on Social Media for more information about these upcoming events brought to you by the BBPHA!

March 15, 2026: BBP St. Patrick's Day Parade

March 22, 2026: General Membership Meeting at BBP Library

April 12, 2026: General Membership Meeting at BBP Library

April 25, 2026: Murder Mystery Night at Meadow Croft

May 9, 2026: Murder Mystery Night at Meadow Croft

May 16, 2026: Historic Bayport & Blue Point Bike Ride

June - October 2026: Tours every weekend of Meadow Croft

June 21, 2026: Annual Summer Solstice Walking Tour

June 25, 2026: FREE Summer concert at Bayport Memorial Park

July 11, 2026: Celebration; 250th Anniversary of America!

July 30, 2026: FREE Summer concerts at Bayport Memorial Park

August 11, 2026: Historic Boat Cruise on the Great South Bay

December 5-6, 2026: Christmas at Meadow Croft

General Meeting: February 15, 2026

 

General Membership Meetings

Our February General Membership meeting is open to all and held at the BBP Library. There is also a raffle at every meeting. Please join us for our February meeting:

The Roosevelts in New York City

Bill Bleyer, Author, Historian

Sunday, February 15, 2026

2:00pm -4:00pm

Historian and author Bill Bleyer, a former Newsday staff writer, will present insights from his latest book, The Roosevelts in New York City. During this presentation, Bleyer will explore the unique locations in New York City where members of the Roosevelt family lived and worked revealing the private stories and interactions that shaped this iconic American family. The presentation will highlight the Roosevelts’ enduring legacy in Manhattan, including Theodore Roosevelt’s formative years in a brownstone on East 20th Street and the influence of his uncle, Robert Barnwell Roosevelt, (former summer resident of Bayport) who lived next door in a twin brownstone and fostered Theodore’s interest in conservation. The talk will provide an in-depth look at these notable family residences and the personal stories behind the Roosevelts’ prominence in New York City. Books will be available for purchase and signing at the event.

Save the dates for the March and April meetings:

Postcards from Papa: Letters, Legacy, and the Land We Tend

Brittany Cutrone

Loughlin Vineyard, Proprietor

Sunday, March 22, 2026

The Roosevelt Girls of Meadow Croft

Frank Giebfried, BBP Historian

Sunday, April 12, 2026

~February 2026 Newsletter~

 >> CLICK HERE FOR FEBRUARY 2026 NEWSLETTER<<

Click the link for the full newsletter with lots of information!

General Membership Meetings

Our February General Membership meeting is open to all and held at the BBP Library. There is also a raffle at every meeting. Please join us for our February meeting:

The Roosevelts in New York City

Bill Bleyer, Author, Historian

Sunday, February 15, 2026

2:00pm -4:00pm

Historian and author Bill Bleyer, a former Newsday staff writer, will present insights from his latest book, The Roosevelts in New York City. During this presentation, Bleyer will explore the unique locations in New York City where members of the Roosevelt family lived and worked revealing the private stories and interactions that shaped this iconic American family. The presentation will highlight the Roosevelts’ enduring legacy in Manhattan, including Theodore Roosevelt’s formative years in a brownstone on East 20th Street and the influence of his uncle, Robert Barnwell Roosevelt, (former summer resident of Bayport) who lived next door in a twin brownstone and fostered Theodore’s interest in conservation. The talk will provide an in-depth look at these notable family residences and the personal stories behind the Roosevelts’ prominence in New York City. Books will be available for purchase and signing at the event.

Save the dates for the March and April meetings:

Postcards from Papa: Letters, Legacy, and the Land We Tend

Brittany Cutrone

Loughlin Vineyard, Proprietor

Sunday, March 22, 2026

The Roosevelt Girls of Meadow Croft

Frank Giebfried, BBP Historian

Sunday, April 12, 2026

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St. Patrick's Day Parade

Join us for Bayport Blue-Point's 36th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade! This year the parade will be held on March 15th starting at 11:00 am. The rain date will be March 22nd. The parade begins on Snedecor Ave and marchers will walk along Montauk Hwy to Blue Point Ave. Our Grand Marshal this year will be Jennifer McNamara from the Johnny Mac Foundation. Congratulations to Jennifer!

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Help Wanted!

If you are interested in becoming a docent or tour guide for the Meadow Croft estate, please reach out to Jennifer Economos. Tours at the estate are given every weekend from June through October and operate from 2:00-4:00. Training will be available and you can make your own schedule. Interested in local history? Want to learn more? Please reach out to Jen for more information: 631-235-9342.

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Save the Date!

On July 11th 2026, The BBPHA will be celebrating the 250th anniversary of America. This is known as the Semiquincentennial, marking the signing of the Declaration of Independence and centered on themes of reflection, honor, and future. Meadow Croft will host an event that will embrace these themes in a family friendly day of planned events, food, music, contests and fun! Save the date and check back for more detailed information.