Today, March 20, 2016

Hello Fellow History-lovers... 

Here is something to do today, while waiting for the snow!

There is going to be an interesting program today at 2:00 pm at the Sayville Library about WINEMAKING ON L.I.   

The guest speaker is Greg Gove and he is the wine-maker for Barney Loughlin at Loughlin Vineyards.

This program is sponsored by the Sayville Historical Society.  

See you there!   

SAINT PATRICKS DAY PARADE

BAYPORT-BLUE POINT SAINT PATRICKS DAY PARADE

Sunday March 13th, 2016

 All Heritage Association members are invited to march in the parade showing their support of the association and the community.

MEETING: Sunday March 13th 2016

GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING: 

Sunday March 13th 2016 at 

2:00 pm in the Bayport Blue Point Public Library.

Join Dowling College Faculty-Librarian 

Diane Holliday 

for a Historic 

“Postcard tour of the Hotels and Inns of Long Island’s South Shore”. 

Back in the Early 1900s the South Shore of Long Island became a millionaire’s playground. 

Come see how, from Bay Shore to Bellport, they came to spend their long summers away from the heat of New York City.

February 2016 Newsletter

GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING: Sunday February 14th 2016 at 2pm in the Public Library.

"Islip Grange A Place to Touch the Face of History." Founded in 1974, a number of Long Island period structures were moved onto this 12 acre site. Presenter George Munkenbeck will explore the present conditions at the Grange as well as the historic background of the land and structures and the work of Friends of the Grange to restore the park.

NOMINATIONS FOR THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS: The nominating committee is developing a slate of board members for the 2016 board. If you know of someone who would be willing to serve on the board please contact Joe Novak,  631-363-7428. Thank you.

HOUSE TOUR 2016 Planning: Although its months away we are gearing up for the 2016 “House Tour” We are on the lookout for beautiful and interesting houses to feature this year. If you or anyone you know in Bayport or Blue Point would like to showcase their beautiful home please email us at BBPhistorical@gmail.com

ATTENTION GARDENERS: The garden is still asleep but we are looking for volunteers to help maintain the Meadow Croft Garden come spring. Use your “Green Thumbs” to email us at BBPhistorical@gmail.com

DOCENTS NEEDED: The association is in need of docents (tour guides) for historical guided tours at Meadow Croft. It requires very little time, less than 2 hours a day, two days a month, June through October. You will follow one of our current Docents to learn the rich history of Meadow Croft before leading a tour on your own.  If you or someone you know is interested in history, please contact Harriet Mihlstin, 631-472-2118.

Membership Annual Dues: You can mail a check to our P.O. Box or pay at our February General Membership Meeting, February 14th.

Annual Dues: Family- $25, Individual-$15, Seniors-$10

Send checks, with your name and address to:
Bayport Heritage Association
P.O. Box 4                                                                                                                                                 
Bayport, NY 11705

Thank you!

Meeting: January 10th, 2016

Sunday, Jan. 10th at 2pm 

in the Bayport Blue Point Public Library. 

Gene Horton will be giving a lecture and presentation for the Bayport Heritage Association's monthly membership meeting. 

"Sleeping in Suffolk" 

The program features some interesting information about people, famous and infamous, who are buried here in Suffolk County. Listen to Gene and learn about some of the unusual headstones and stories, quaint cemeteries, folklore, local history... an interesting way to start off the new year!
If you are not a member of the Bayport Heritage Association, you can still attend. 
Free admission!
We will have membership forms available. 

Yearly membership is just
$25 for family membership
$15 for individual
and $10 for seniors

As usual, refreshments will be served!
Hope to see you there.

Happy New Year 2016!

Happy New Year wishes from the Bayport Heritage Association!

May you bring in the new year in good health, surrounded by family and friends!

Bayport Heritage events for 2016 will soon be posted, so come back soon!

Christmas celebration!

Greetings all Bayport Heritage Members

We hope you have marked your calendar for 

Saturday, December 5th and Sunday, December 6th, 2015 

for our annual Christmas celebration at Meadow Croft.  

This year’s 2015 theme is “A Winter Wonderland.”

           As in the past, all decorations will be raffled off.  Many thanks from the Christmas at Meadow Croft committee and the officers and directors of the Association.

Please contact Bayport Heritage to buy your raffle tickets. 

           

                                               

Board:

Bill Hansen, President                                                                                                                   

Mary Bailey, Vice President & Corresponding Secretary                                                              

Connie Smith, Recording Secretary                                                                                                        

John Amato, Treasurer     

Directors:

Joe Novak                                                                                         

Tom Maher                                                                                                                                   

David Harenberg                                                                                                                           

Laura Amato

Jill Hansen   

Kristy Giacchetto

Event chairperson:

                        Gene Horton                                                                                                

Meeting: Sunday, November 8, 2015

GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING:

Sunday, November 8th 2015 at 2pm in the Public Library

Gatsby’s Long Island with Monica Randall

 Perhaps the most lavish parties ever held in the pages of American literature 

were the Galas Jay Gatsby threw at his estate on Long Island’s North Shore.

The original Gatsby Mansion that inspired F. Scott Fitzgerald, 

remains hidden behind rusting gates,

 forgotten relics of an era that will never come again.

Join Historian and bestselling author, 

Monica Randall

for this colorful slide presentation based on her popular book,
Mansions of the Gold Coast.

It includes rare photos of the sprawling castle that inspired Fitzgerald to write,
The Great Gatsby.

Included in the program are little known details and photos of the infamous Woodward Murder Case,

The Mysterious F.W. Woodworth Mansion, “Winfield,” and

 Furguson Castle, with its floors paved with tomb stones.

October 11th Meeting, 2015

Sunday, October 11th 2015 at 2pm in the 
Bayport Blue Point Public Library

 "Did You Know...Interesting Facts about Long Island" featuring Historian Noel Gish

This lecture will cover little known facts of interest about the island that English colonists called "Long". Many people that have lived or worked on Long Island have contributed to society including scientists, writers, and artists. 
We have a population that is greater than many of the states and 
have beautiful landmarks that make us well known. 
These tales will come to life in the presentation by Mr. Noel Gish. 

Noel Gish taught history at Hauppauge High School for 35 years. 
In 1973 he instituted one of the first Long Island History courses for high school students in Nassau and Suffolk Counties. 
Mr. Gish authored a Long Island studies program for Graphic Learning in 1980 and in 1996 authored "Smithtown 1660-1929: Looking Back Through the Lens" for the Smithtown Historical Society.  

Planning for the Holiday

“WINTER WONDERLAND” at MEADOW CROFT  

  

Again this year, the Bayport Heritage Association is sponsoring 

CHRISTMAS AT MEADOW CROFT, 

the former 1891 summer estate of John E. Roosevelt and family, 

located on Middle Road at Brown’s River.  

 

The decorating theme this year is a 

WINTER WONDERLAND   

The dates for this event, open to the public, will be 

Saturday, Dec. 5 and Sunday, Dec. 6, 2015.  

    

In preparation for this event, two organizational meetings will be held 

at Meadow Croft.  

We can use your help and input.  Please try to attend:     

Sat., Oct. 3… 9:30 am      

Sat., Nov. 7… 9:30 am 

    

Rooms to be decorated include:        
Front porch
Library   

Main Dining Room

Butler’s Pantry

Kitchen

Parlor

Foyer

JER's Workroom

Laundry

Servants' Dining Room

Upstairs' Mantels

           

Do you have any sort of a Christmas/Winter collection you would like to exhibit? 

        

Bayport Heritage Association greatly appreciates your participation in this season’s WINTER WONDERLAND at MEADOW CROFT.                     

           

Contact: Gene Horton at Genehblupt@aol.com           

Antique Appraisal, Sept. 13, 2015

Sunday September 13th 2pm-4pm

"Trash or Treasure Antiques Roadshow"

 Host Eddie Costello will be guest appraiser and host. 

The first 40 people to attend will be given the opportunity to bring an item they would like to have appraised, and Eddie will provide and appraisal, and rationale for the valuation. In addition, Eddie will hold the crowd spellbound with his knowledge of antiques and collectibles. 

Eddie is a veteran appraiser, with over 40 years of experience. His crowd-pleasing appraisal events and entertaining demeanor always make for an informative and entertaining show. 

The event is sponsored the Bayport Heritage Association.

August News, 2015

CONCERT IN THE PARK: 

Tuesday August 25, 6:00-8:30pm (Note the time change!)

BHA is sponsoring a Free Community Concert at the Bayport Memorial Park. This year we will be hosting “Jack’s Waterfall” Jack Licitra’s music is a blend of “Pop, Blues, Jazz, Folk, Gospel and Global music that all meet at The Waterfall.” 

So bring a lawn chair and come on down to enjoy a night of music at the gazebo in the park.

 HISTORY BUFFS: 

Meadow Croft house tours run Saturday and Sunday, June thru October starting at 2pm. Come See how the Roosevelts lived and learn about our rich history.

Docents needed! 

The association is in need of docents for Historical guided tours at Meadow Croft. It requires very little time, less than 2 hours a day, two days a month, June through October. If you or someone you know is interested in history,

 please contact Harriet Mihlstin at 472-2118.

SPECIAL THANKS: 

To all the volunteers who maintain the beautiful garden at Meadow Croft, we thank you! The garden is full of sweet smelling colorful flowers.  It is laid out as the Roosevelt Family would have done a hundred years ago. What a peaceful place to visit.  

Keep up the good work!

   

 CONGRATULATIONS: 

To our 2015 Scholarship recipient. Stefan Stelling. 

CONCERT IN THE PARK

Tuesday August 25, 6:00-8:30pm. 

BHA is sponsoring a Free Community Concert at the Bayport Memorial Park. 
This year we will be hosting “Jack’s Waterfall” 
Jack Licitra’s music is a blend of “Pop, Blues, Jazz, Folk, Gospel and Global music that all meet at The Waterfall.” 
So bring a lawn chair and come on down to enjoy a night of music at the gazebo in the park.

Bay Cruise and Dinner 2015

Bayport Heritage: 12th Annual Educational Bay Cruise and Dinner 

Tuesday July 28, 2015. (Rain date: July 29). 

Boarding of the boat will take place at 5:30 PM at the Sayville Ferry terminal on Brown’s River. Departure will be at 6:00 PM sharp, don’t be late, you’ll miss the boat. 

This year’s cruise will follow shore line along the coast of Bayport, Blue Point, Sayville, West Sayville and Oakdale. 

The ferry will return us to Sayville around 10 PM. 

 At Watch Hill we will enjoy a buffet dinner at “The Pier” restaurant. 

Dinner and gratuity are included in the price of $60 per person for Bayport Heritage members. 

A cash bar will be available at the restaurant. Alcohol and smoking are not allowed on the boat. There will be a fun raffle for some wonderful prizes. Only 115 tickets will be sold, so make your reservations early. 

Please mail checks, made out to the “Bayport Heritage Association” to Diana Walch, 121 Barton Lane, Bayport, NY 11705 to be received no later than Tuesday July 21, 2015 (non-refundable after this date). Also please include a stamped self addressed envelope. Tickets will be sent to you by return mail. Free reserved parking will be available at the Sayville Ferry Terminal, but it is limited, car pooling is highly recommended. Unfortunately this cruise is not suitable for children. So bring your binoculars and a sweater and join us on this educational excursion. Alcohol and smoking are not allowed on the boat. 

Remember the ferry departs at 6:00 PM Sharp.

Come Early but do join us!

MAY 2015 HERITAGE NEWS

NO HERITAGE ASSOCIATON MEETING FOR MAY 2015

MEMORIAL DAY PARADE will be held on May 25th. BHA members are asked to meet on Connetquot Rd at 10:30am and march with the association to Memorial Park on Middle Rd. (Please wear white) 

FIRST BLOOM TEA (BHA members only) will be held Friday June 5, 2015 at 5:30pm on the porch at Meadow Croft. Members please email Jill Hansen jbh51@optonline.net to make a reservation and confirm what buffet item you will be bringing. Also remember to bring your own place setting, silverware, tea cup, teapot and beverage. Proper high tea attire is required, as is a donation of $5.00. (Purchase tickets for the Boat Cruise coming in July, at the First Bloom Tea)

ATTENTION GARDENERS: The garden is waking up and we are in need of volunteers to help maintain the Meadow Croft Garden as spring arrives. All you “Green Thumbs” please leave your name and phone number at 472-4625 and we will get back to you.

Docents: The association is in need of docents for Historical guided tours at Meadow Croft. It requires very little time, less than 2 hours a day, two days a month, June through October. If you or someone you know is interested in history please contact Harriet Mihlstin at 472-2118

                                                       

Have you paid your dues this year?

Send your membership to:​​​​​

Bayport Heritage Association​​​​​​

P.O. Box 4​​​​​​​

Bayport, NY 11705​​​​​​

Annual Dues: Family is $25, Individual is $15, and Seniors $10. *Please remember to include your name, address, phone number and Email address

ASCHS Quarterly Meeting: April 25, 2015

ASCHS Quarterly Meeting: Saturday, April 25, 2015 

 Meeting Host: BOHEMIA HISTORICAL SOCIETY, 1519 Locust Ave., Bohemia, NY 

 Please contact Gene Horton if you would like more information or to attend this event.

Upcoming dates, 2015

April General Membership Meeting

Bayport, Blue Point, and Broadway

The twin hamlets of Bayport and Blue Point have been home to many well-known and famous actors, politicians, musicians, artists, and scientists throughout the years. But did you know that several Broadway performers also established their residences in our community? Join BBPHA’s Frank Giebfried to explore this fascinating history as we discuss the lives of actors Effie Shannon and her husband Herbert Kelcey, who spent summers on Snedecor Avenue. We’ll also explore the careers of producers and theater owners Louis C. Behman and Edward L. Bloom. Travel back in time to visit these and other entertainers and discover the lives they led in our town.

April 16th 2023

Bayport Blue Point Library

Time: 2:00

Light refreshments served!

Hope to see you there!

Meeting: April 19, 2015

April 19, 2015

2:00pm 

Bayport-Blue Point Library

Our local historian, Gene Horton, will present a program filled with 

FUN FACTS AND INTERESTING TRIVIA ABOUT BAYPORT AND BLUE POINT TODAY & YEARS AGO. 

This program will include stories, information and facts about our two communities, Bayport and Blue Point, and some well-known people, places, organizations, and businesses currently in these two hamlets. 

Come and enjoy this interesting and fun presentation!

As usual, refreshments will be served!

Welcome Spring!

We are now on Facebook.
 Check the Bayport Heritage Association's Facebook page!

St. Patrick's Day Parade, 2015

BAYPORT-BLUE POINT SAINT PATRICK’S DAY PARADE 

This year’s parade will be on 

Sunday March 15, 2015. 

All heritage association members are invited to march in the parade showing their support of the association and the community.