'He was an extraordinary guy': Bay Shore history teacher dies at 84

For nearly 40 years, Philip Carpenter stood at the helm of Room 808 at Bay Shore Junior High School or, later, Bay Shore Middle School.

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Recognizing Women's Right to Vote in New York State

Apr12

Town of Islip Historian George Munkenbeck will share the history of local Long Island suffragists, also on display will be a travelling exhibit provided by the Long Island Library Resources Council, register

Where

Connetquot River State Park Preserve

4090 Sunrise Hwy.

Oakdale, NY

Phone

631-581-1005

Price

$4

Saturday Night Fever

Apr15

Dance to the songs from the 1970s, featuring pub food, drinks and prize for best costume, register by April 8

Where

Oakdale Senior Center

963 Montauk Hwy.

Oakdale, NY

Phone

631-472-7023

Price

$5

Twilight Hikers Special

Apr17

6-mile hike along the park's northern trails with views of landmarks and sights not frequently seen, bring a packed "dinner" and water, register

Where

Connetquot River State Park Preserve

4090 Sunrise Hwy.

Oakdale, NY

Phone

631-581-1005

Price

$8 parking fee

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