Chamber April Newsletter

News From

The Patchogue Chamber

April, 2013

We Celebrate Our 90th

The Chamber celebrated its 90th birthday in March with a gala party at Lombardi's On The Bay. President Jacqueline Hensley is pictured above with Past Presidents Marian Russo, Harold Trabold, Charlie Baker and Lorice Fiala.

Thanks to Newsday for the raffle tickets, Tall Tree Floral Designs of Patchogue for the floral arrangements, William J. O'Neill Sales Exchange for the band, J. Signs for the posters, KLD Photography for the photos, Roast Coffee and Tea Trading Co. for a Gift Certificate, St. Joseph's College for the basket, and Bridgehampton Bank for the invitations. The logo was designed and donated by Teresa Platt.

More Parking Lost To TRITEC Project

This photo by Jacqueline Hensley gives a nice view of the present

progress of the TRITEC West Main Street project which should be completed in about a year. The construction has put severe pressure on parking in the area and the situation is now worse. TRITEC has closed its 40 space temporary lot at the corner of Havens Ave. and Main St. to begin building construction there.

Big Crowds For St. Patrick's Day

The Saffron United Pipe Band led this year's St. Patrick's Parade which was held on March 17. The parade coincides with the holiday only when the holiday, as this year, occurs on Sunday. Saffron United, again this year, was awarded the Mayor's Cup for
Best Pipe Band. The Foundation Trophy for the Most Irish unit went to Long Island Pipe and Drums. The Grand Marshal Trophy for the Best Overall unit was won by Bella Vino. James McPeak was awarded the Big Mouth award as the Past Grand Marshal with the loudest cheering section.

The First Place Winner of the May The Road Rise To Meet Ye 5K Run that preceded the parade was Brendan Barrett at 17:40:80. Katie McGrath was the First Place Female at 19:06:85. The race featured more than 300 runners.

Honorees

Two Chamber members are award winners.

Marian Russo, the Executive Director of the Village Community Development Agency and Secretary of the Greater Patchogue Foundation, is the 2013 Brookhaven Town Woman of the Year in Government.

Harold Trabold (Dranitzke Lectrecker Trabold) is the Patchogue Member of the Year winner for the Brookhaven Chambers of Commerce Coalition Awards Ceremony.

President's Message

Spring has finally sprung! After a long, cold and windy winter Patchogue is coming out of hibernation and the streets are once again beginning to bustle with shoppers and activities.

April brings a number of fun events for members and the community.

The Patchogue Arts Council had its first annual South by South Shore Music and Arts Festival, music, art, poetry and foods from Patchogue April 2nd through April 7th. On April 10th, Hoptron Brewtique and The Cheese Patch are hosting a Networking & Tasting event! This is a great opportunity to sample local craft beers and exquisite cheeses from two of our members!

Thursday, April 18th, please join us in celebrating our member, this year's Patchogue Chamber of Commerce honoree, Harold Trabold. at the Brookhaven Chambers of Commerce Awards Ceremony.

The Business Promotion Committee is having a Cash Mob on Saturday, April 20th. Come and take advantage of promotions and discounts while supporting your local economy! The Annual Eloise Staudinger Beautification Fundraiser is on April 24th at Harbor Crab aboard the Barefoot Princess. Please come and support the ongoing beautification of Patchogue! For more information about these and more events happening in April visit patchogue.com.

On a more serious note, recently, there has been a rash of criminal activity occurring in our surrounding towns. I want to remind our members to be cautious and to report any unusual or suspicious activity immediately to Patchogue Village Public Safety and/or the police. If you need an escort from Public Safety to your vehicle, they are just a phone call away, (631)-475-1225.

Lastly, we need your feedback. A number of members have contacted the chamber to discuss parking issues that are impacting their business, particularly in the Downtown Business District. We ask that if you have not done so already please call or email us with your concerns. We hope to be able to work with the Village to come to a resolution that will help us all.

-Jacqueline Hensley

Scavenger Hunt Winners

Scavenger Hunt winners of $200.00 are first row:Marianne Nardulli, and daughters. Second row: Lorice Belmonte, Business Promotion Chair, Kathleen Quinn of Irish Crossroads, Scavenger Hunt Chair, and Jacqueline Hensley, Chamber President.

Jelly Bean Contest Winners

Business Promotion Committee Jelly Beqan Contest Winner of $100.00 is Karyn Kendrick. The winning Ticket was from Tricia's Hair Galleria.

Tricia's Hair Galleria will be celebrating it's 25th Anniversary in May.

Patchogue Theatre Dance Recitals

The Patchogue Theatre hosts a large number of Dance Recitals each year in May and June. These are events that attract a large number of theatre visitors and affect nearby parking. They also bring customers to our businesses, but they do not show up on the regular theatre schedule. Here are this year's dates:

Friday, May 3rd 3pm - 11pm Dance Competition

Saturday, May 4th 7am - 12am Dance Competition

Sunday, May 5th 7am - 12am Dance Competition

Wednesday, May 16th 12pm - 10pm Dance Rehearsal

Saturday, May 18th 12pm & 5pm Dance Recital

Sunday, May 19th 11am Dance Recital

Monday, May 20th 4pm - 10pm Dance Rehearsal

Tuesday, May 21st 4pm - 10pm Dance Rehearsal

Wednesday, May 22nd 4pm - 10pm Dance Rehearsal

Thursday, May 23rd 7:30pm Dance Recital

Friday, May 24th 7:30pm Dance Recital

Saturday, May 25th 11am, 3pm & 7:30pm Dance Recital

Sunday, May 26th 11am & 3pm Dance Recital

Wednesday, May 29th 4pm - 10pm Dance Rehearsal

Thursday, May 30th 4pm - 10pm Dance Rehearsal

Friday, May 31st 4pm - 10pm Dance Rehearsal

Saturday, June 1st 1pm & 6pm Dance Recital

Friday, June 7th 6pm Dance Recital

Saturday, June 8th 12pm & 5pm Dance Recital

Sunday, June 9th 12pm & 5pm Dance Recital

Thursday, June 13th 9am - 10pm Dance Rehearsal

Friday, June 14th 3pm - 11pm Dance Rehearsal

Saturday, June 15th 9:30am, 1pm & 6:30pm Dance Recital

Friday, June 21st 8:30am - 9pm Dance Rehearsal

Saturday, June 22nd 12pm & 5pm Dance Recital

Sunday, June 23rd 11:30am & 4pm Dance Recital

Tuesday, June 25th 3:30pm - 9:30pm Dance Rehearsal

Wednesday, June 26th 3:30pm - 9:30pm Dance Rehearsal

Thursday, June 27th 7pm Dance Recital

Friday, June 28th 5pm & 8pm Dance Recital

FEMA and SBA Registration Deadline Extended For Storm Assistamce

The deadline to register for federal assistance in the wake of Hurricane Sandy has been extended until April 13. Individuals and business owners who sustained losses in designated counties (including Suffolk and Nassau) can apply for assistance by calling 1-800-621-FEMA (3362). Web registration can also be made at www.disasterassitance.gov.

The Stony Brook Small Business Development Center is also offering to assist businesses affected by the storm including those who have had applications denied. The center says there may be additional help in the form of loans or grants and some disaster loans that were declined my be reconsidered if reasons for decline are overcome. Call them at 631-632-9837. There is also additional information at www.esd.ny.gov/StormRecovery.asp.

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