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Upcoming Events

Book Club: The Doorman

Apr28

Discussion of the novel The Doorman by Chris Pavone, limited space, register

Where

Bayport-Blue Point Public Library

186 Middle Rd.

Blue Point, NY

Phone

631-363-6133

Price

free

Bluegrass Club of Long Island

May3

Live musical performance by the Bluegrass Club of Long Island, seating is first come, first served, register

Where

People's Pub

291 Bayport Ave.

Bayport, NY

Phone

631-205-6401

Price

$35

History of the Long Island Railroad

May17

Retired LIRR branch manager and railroad historian Dave Morrison will discuss the history of the Long Island Railroad, with a focus on the Montauk Branch, learn about its 19th century origins, branches and station history, featuring rare photos

Where

Bayport-Blue Point Public Library

186 Middle Rd.

Blue Point, NY

Price

free

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