On August 16, Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended the grand opening of Silver Dollar Pottery & Crafts at 569 Route 25A in Rocky Point. The new business, owned by Patricia Patten, received a $25,000 Main Street Revitalization Grant from PSEG Long Island to support its launch. The pottery studio aims to encourage creativity and offer a welcoming space for artists of all skill levels. Representatives from PSEG, Assemblywoman Jodi Giglio's office, and Legislator Chad Lennon's office were also present at the event.
Councilwoman Bonner expressed her support for the new business. “I want to wish Patricia and her staff the best of luck and say ‘thank you’ for opening Silver Dollar Pottery in Rocky Point. She has created a comfortable and creative environment where everyone is welcome to have fun and learn a new craft. Please stop by and say hello.”
Veronica Isaac, manager of Customer and Community Partnerships for PSEG Long Island, commented on the grant program: “PSEG Long Island has created financial incentive opportunities to help our customers, like Patricia, realize their entrepreneurial dreams. We are proud to provide Silver Dollar Pottery with a $25,000 Main Street Revitalization grant and wish Patricia much success as she opens her lovely new pottery studio.”
The Town of Brookhaven Town Council supports community development through initiatives like these. According to its official website, the council offers services such as recreational sites and youth programs aimed at improving quality of life for residents. Brookhaven delivers municipal services that focus on resident needs and community improvements as described on its official website. The town supervisor emphasizes responsible development and enhancements in quality of life.
Silver Dollar Pottery joins other businesses in Suffolk County that benefit from accessible programs supported by Brookhaven’s ongoing commitment to community engagement.