News by Donna Rolando

News by Donna Rolando on South Shore Press


Apr 13, 2026

The Spinoffs' Lead Singer Promises Lively Show in Center Moriches

Medford’s April Jimenez has long been a performer at heart, since the days when she’d sing into her hairbrush, imagining her childhood dream come true.

Apr 10, 2026

Charles B. Wang Center in Stony Brook to Celebrate Cherry Blossom Festival

Heralding the arrival of spring, the Sakura Matsuri Cherry Blossom Festival in Stony Brook showcases an abundance of Japanese culture, from origami to sumo wrestling, on Sunday, April 26.

Apr 10, 2026

The Gateway's New Show Season Centers on Human Triumph over Adversity

Powerful themes dominate The Gateway’s 77th season, which kicks off this May in Bellport with West Side Story.

Apr 1, 2026

Ransome on Port Jefferson Easter Parade and Egg Hunt: It's 'just an old-fashioned walking parade'

Hundreds are expected to turn out Saturday, April 4, for the annual Easter Parade and Egg Hunt sponsored by Greater Port Jefferson Chamber of Commerce.

Mar 26, 2026

Springtime Makers Festival in Blue Point: 'People will be in awe'

The Springtime Egg Hunt & Makers Festival will mark a new beginning at St. John Greek Orthodox Church in Blue Point as it welcomes all to experience crafts vendors and join an Easter egg hunt on Saturday, March 28.

Mar 22, 2026

Learn Nature Photography At CEED Workshop

You don’t need an expensive camera to take great nature photos.

Mar 20, 2026

Branciforte on bands chosen for Long Island Music Awards: 'iconic'

The Legends of Long Island Music Awards is entering its second year celebrating the backbone of the local music community on Tuesday, March 31, in Lake Ronkonkoma.

Mar 12, 2026

The Grand Pistachio family show at Staller Center: 'It's a really fun day out at the theater'

Grand Pistachio is making a rare appearance in Suffolk County with its much-celebrated production of Layer the Walls at the Staller Center for the Arts on Sunday, March 22.

Mar 9, 2026

Brookhaven library plans annual St. Patrick’s Day Gold Hunt: ‘We’re going to have a blast’

A 20-year-plus tradition continues this St. Patrick’s Day with Brookhaven Free Library’s annual Gold Hunt held on Tuesday, March 17.

Mar 7, 2026

Brookhaven Library to Host St. Patrick’s Day Gold Hunt

Annual gold hunt open to the public.

Mar 3, 2026

Center Moriches library to host children’s gardening program March 16

The Center Moriches Free Public Library will host Kids Can Grow! Organic Gardening for Children and Their Parents on Monday, March 16, offering hands-on instruction for children and connecting families to the library’s seed lending program.

Mar 2, 2026

Mastic Beach librarian on Spinnin' Wax vinyl event: 'A great experiment'

The Mastic Beach Satellite Branch will host its first-ever Spinnin’ Wax Vinyl Listening Party on Thursday, March 5, inviting record fans of all genres to bring a favorite album and listen together.

Mar 1, 2026

Mastic Beach Singer-Songwriter Debuts New Album

I’m very much an in-the-moment kind of person.

Feb 27, 2026

Mastic-Moriches-Shirley community library to launch Community Cares Drive in March

The Mastic-Moriches-Shirley Community Library will launch a Community Cares Drive in March to provide essentials to those in need.

Feb 26, 2026

Mastic Beach singer-songwriter on upcoming concerts: ‘music from the heart’

With a new album in the works, Mastic Beach singer-songwriter Melanie Morin looks ahead to bigger stages but remains focused on performing throughout Long Island at several upcoming concerts.

Feb 21, 2026

Russo on Friday Night Face Off in Port Jefferson: 'It's a lot of fun'

Theatre Three Productions in Port Jefferson draws audience members into the act with its Friday Night Face Off, which has been called the longest running improv comedy show on Long Island, in operation since 2003.

Feb 21, 2026

ListenUp! President on Spring Carnival Music & Arts Fest: 'immersive indoor amusement park experience'

ListenUp! Long Island is hosting its Spring Carnival Music & Arts Festival on Saturday, March 7, in Patchogue with an immersive atmosphere designed to banish winter blues.

Feb 16, 2026

Verbeck on Star Party at Moriches Branch: 'Jupiter is in a great position for viewing'

Long Islanders are invited to celebrate the night sky during the Astronomy Star Party, held monthly throughout the winter at Moriches Branch Library.

Feb 13, 2026

Allan on Cabaret Night fundraiser in Bellport: 'The Gateway is pretty unique'

The Gateway in Bellport is hosting a Cabaret Night fundraiser on Saturday, Feb. 28, featuring cocktails, cuisine, and live Broadway music in the original barn.

Feb 11, 2026

Bull on International Pokémon Day in Bellport: 'I expect it to be a good turnout'

South Country Library will celebrate International Pokémon Day on Saturday, Feb. 28, with free activities for all ages, including card games, crafts, and a scavenger hunt. The event runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 22 Station Road.

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Longwood Teacher Earns National Recognition

A Longwood Central School District educator is earning national recognition as she prepares to close out a decades-long career in the classroom, adding to a list of honors that highlight her impact.