Get ready to lose an hour of sleep, but gain an extra hour of daylight! Daylight Saving Time begins at 2 a.m. this Sunday, March 8th! We might be pushing our clocks forward by 1 hour but don’t fret about losing some sleep – spring is that much closer! Check out whats going on this week in Patchogue!
This Week’s Member Mentions…
Have you heard about Power In Heels? This exciting event is run by our very own Woman of the Year, Kathy Fallon! She created and organized this popular event to honor the amazing, local women in the area. The four woman chosen for this years honorable mention are: Linda Cody, Fran Koslow-Leitch, Danielle DeMicco Paisley, and Patti Seal. Join Kathy Fallon and all the accomplished mentors on Thursday, March 5th from 12 – 2:30pm to “put Patchogue women on the map!”
The Plaza Cinema and Media Arts Center is now offering on screen advertising before their movie previews! Interested in learning more? Check out the link below for more information and for any questions or concerns email Lauren Wagner; the Director of Development at the Plaza Cinema & Media Arts Center, laurenwagner@plazamac.org
Food & Drink
Here’s your guide to the best food and drink specials at Patchogue restaurants this week:
Happy Hour at Rhum
Monday – Friday from 4-6pm
Don’t worry – be happy! Enjoy 1/2 off apps, rum punch, house margarita, sangria, well pours, beer, and wines by the glass – at the bars only.
Rhum Prix Fix
Monday-Thursday from 4-9pm
Whats more delicious than our mouthwatering island-inspired cuisine and handcrafted rum specialties? Nothing! So come checkout our Prix Fixe dinner menu Monday through Thursday starting at 4 pm for 3 courses for $30.
Mojito Mondays at Rhum
Got the Monday blues? Say no more! Come on down to Rhum where you can transport to a tropical paradise with any one of our mojitos – 1/2 priced – every Monday all-day-long!
Irish Wednesdays at Fulton’s Gate
Come on down to your favorite Irish Pub at Fulton’s Gate to hear local acoustic Irish Music from 6-9pm and check out awesome food & drink specials; $5 Guinness, Smithwicks, Hot Toddies & Irish Coffees. Get entrees for $12 and Corned Beef on Rye for $7!
Girls Night Out at That Meetball Place
Check out Girls night out every wednesday starting at 7pm! We are offering everyone ½ off wine by the glass or bottle! We also have $5 martinis and cosmos. And wait there’s more! We’re also hosting Long Island’s best “Do It Yourself” night hosted by Simple Little Detail, visit their website to see what classes are available at www.simplelittledetail.com
Hersday Thursday at That Meatball Place
Did you miss Girls Night out?! No worries! It’s Hersday Thursday! Starting at 9pm you can celebrate this do-over by dancing the night away with music from Dj Pookie & Dj Pancakes along with awesome drink specials like; $3 Mixed drinks, $3 Mango Bombs and $3 select shots.
Not Your Boss’ Happy Hour at That Meetball Place
Presented by Heinken and hosted by DJ Summer John, we bring to you this rockin party that keeps on comin, check it out every friday from 11am to 9pm! We got half priced drafts, wells and wines by the glass, plus $3 bottles of Heineken and Heineken Light. Did we mention we got a $5 ballin’ food menu!? Well we do! And we also have $250 Cash Prize Giveaways at 7 and 9pm! Can’t wait to see you there!
Sunday Brunch at That Meetball Place
Check out your new Sunday brunch spot that features a unique take on some of your breakfast favorites: Meetball Style
Start your Funday off right from 10am – 3pm with acoustic music from Tom McGuire while enjoying $3 Mimosas & Bloody Marys. And did we mention… kid’s 12 and under eat free all day*! (*with a purchase of adult entrée)
Free Events
Looking for something to do on a budget? Check out all these exciting free events:
Ayuda con la tarea en español (homework help in Spanish)
Monday March 2nd at 6-7pm
Para grades K-5. Ayuda con la tarea en español. Para estudiantes que están aprendido español y para estudiantes que hablan
espanol que son recién llegados a nuestro comunidad en el distrito de Patchogue-Medford.
For students in grades 1-5.
For students learning Spanish in the dual language program of Patchogue-Medford school district.
Guitar and Bass Workshop
Monday March 2nd at 7-8:30pm
Check out this awesome music workshop where you can stretch your musical muscles and learn some secrets to great playing from the master himself, Joe Loschiavo! It’s time to put down that air guitar and pick up the real deal! All levels are welcome so sign up today to ensure your spot! Call 631-654-4700 (ext. 152) to register.
Yoga
Tuesday March 3rd at 7-8:30am & Thursday March 5th at 7-8:30am
Yoga-T to check these classes out! Both sessions are open to all levels. On Tuesday join us for Yin Yoga, focusing on a meditative yoga approach involving variations of seated and supine poses. And on Thursday join us for classic yoga, focusing on relaxing and strengthening asanas in our beautiful light-filled space. It’s the perfect way to start your morning, and did we mention- it’s FREE! So do we really have to bend over backwards to convince you to come?! No registration required, simply bring yourself and your yoga mat.
Busy Hands, Calm Minds: Drop-In Fiber Workshops
Tuesday March 3rd – Thursday March 5th at 1-4pm
Time to unwind! Knit, knot, crochet, spin, sew and weave! Come on down to the Patchogue-Medford Public Library to meet fellow fiber artists and enjoy refreshments! Wool we see you this Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday? No registration needed – call for weather updates.
IEP 101: Getting Started
Tuesday March 3rd at 7-8pm
Learn all about what an IEP is; schools’ legal obligations to students with disabilities and how to ensure that your student’s needs are met on an ongoing basis.
Genealogy Research Discussion Group
Wednesday March 4th at 10am-11:30am
Ever wondered what it would be like to go back in time? Look no further! Get ready to go on a trip of a lifetime at the Patchogue-Medford Public Library while divulging all the best tips and tricks to help learn all about your ancestors! All welcome, call 631-64-4700 (ext.152) to register today!
The Irish in New York
Thursday March 5th at 6:30-7:30pm
Interested in learning about the cultural history of the Irish who immigrated to New York? Say no more! Check out this fascinating multimedia session where you can look back at the history and culture of the Irish of New York from their immigrant beginnings to the present day. Registration recommended, but not required.
Call 631-654-4700 x 152 to register.
Other Events
Check out other upcoming events Patchogue has to offer!
Mind Body Spirit Event
Saturday March 7th from 1-5pm
For just $10 you can take part in this life changing event where keynote speakers will discuss Past-Life Regression, Meditation, Yoga, Psychic Mediumship & Ghost Hunting.
Entertainment
Check out local talent and awesome activities at any of these events this week!
Patchogue Theatre
Saturday March 7th at 8pm
Don’t miss the most successful Celtic Pops act in history this Saturday! Cherish The Ladies, a Grammy Award nominated Irish-American supergroup that formed in 1985, now celebrating their 35th anniversary of being known as extraordinary women in what had been a male-dominated Celtic music scene. They’ve brought their signature blend of virtuosic instrumental talents, beautiful vocals, and stunning step dancing to the White House, the Olympics, and to PBS with their television special, An Irish Homecoming, which recently received an Emmy Award. The Boston Globe stated after seeing one of their many performances, “it is simply impossible to imagine an audience that wouldn’t enjoy what they do”, so get your tickets today for this must see performance!
Rhum
Thursday March 5th 6-9pm
Join us at Rhum every Thursday from 6 – 9pm for happy hour and sweet island vibes with great live music featuring local artists. Visit Rhum’s Facebook page to check out the full music schedule!
Sunday March 8th 12-3pm
Join us at Rhum for Sunday Punch Brunch from 12 – 3pm for a delicious brunch and sweet island vibes with great live music featuring local artist, Paris Ray.
89 North
Friday March 6th at 7:30 – 10pm
Get 2 for the price of 1! Don’t miss Drive: A tribute to the 80’s & No Angelz this Friday!
Drive has dedicated their talents to producing accurate recreations of the music by The Cars and other classic songs from the 1980’s. And No Angelz is a powerful original rock band with powerful drums, powerful bass, powerful guitars, and powerful vocals! Add lots of groove, relentless riffs, multiple melodies, creative harmonies and you’ve got a unique and intense rock experience. Don’t be afraid to turn the volume way up! Tickets are $10 day of show and event is for 21 and over.
Saturday March 8th at 7:30 – 11pm
WOAH, check out another awesome 2 for 1 deal! Instant Replay & Drop Dead Sexy this Saturday!
Instant Replay is a fresh new “live” approach to the songs you’ve loved for years! Artists Tony Garofalo, John Cutillo, Dave Salav, Rick Rosenthal, Tom Christie, and Adam Tese have collectively been involved with the Long Island and New York music scene for decades. Instant Replay draws inspiration by choosing memorable songs and bringing them to life with a renewed energy and spirit.
Drop Dead Sexy have been entertaining audiences up and down the East Coast for over a decade. With their creative song repertoire, plethora of stage props and costume changes this is unlike any other cover band you’ve heard before! Make sure to head on down to 89 North to catch a show like no other! Doors open at 7pm for advanced ticket holders and 7:30pm for general admission.Event is for ages 21 and over. So what are you waiting for? Its time you experience this killer music live!