Phone numbers, websites, and addresses:
Here are the main ferry services which all have different prices (some accompany vehicles):http://www.longislandexchange.com/business/ferries.html
Here are some companies offering tours:http://www.longislandexchange.com/business/tour-packages.html
Here are some other things you'll find on Long Island:http://www.longislandexchange.com/video-tours/
We hope you enjoy Long Island......
Monday, December 01, 2008
Sunday, September 28, 2008
Long Island Ferries
Long Island is an island in the southeast of New York. It is directly across from Manhattan. There are at least two ferries that service Long Island. They are working year-round and supply transportation to several different places. Ferries have always been a break from the norm such as traveling by plane or car. These ferry trips present an experience of calm and relaxation.
Although slower than most other means of transportation, the ferries of Long Island allow visitors or local inhabitants to be able to travel to another destination without the high cost of driving. Ferry rides are certainly quite enjoyable experiences. There are several places the ferries are able to shuttle people to, including Fire Island, where cars are prohibited. The ferries also connect to many places in Connecticut, including Rhode Island and Bridgeport.
Another destination that the ferries regularly transport to is Shelter Island. You can also travel from the southern fork of Long Island at Montauk to the Northern fork or the other way around.Whichever route or destination you eventually choose, ferries should provide a different and quieter way to get there. Instead of the noisy humdrum of the city and its automobiles, you can feel the salty breeze of the sea in your hair and feel the ocean spray., as you head toward your destination through the rippling currents.
Although slower than most other means of transportation, the ferries of Long Island allow visitors or local inhabitants to be able to travel to another destination without the high cost of driving. Ferry rides are certainly quite enjoyable experiences. There are several places the ferries are able to shuttle people to, including Fire Island, where cars are prohibited. The ferries also connect to many places in Connecticut, including Rhode Island and Bridgeport.
Another destination that the ferries regularly transport to is Shelter Island. You can also travel from the southern fork of Long Island at Montauk to the Northern fork or the other way around.Whichever route or destination you eventually choose, ferries should provide a different and quieter way to get there. Instead of the noisy humdrum of the city and its automobiles, you can feel the salty breeze of the sea in your hair and feel the ocean spray., as you head toward your destination through the rippling currents.
Check out LongIslandExchange.com (http://www.longislandexchange.com/) to find more information about Long Island.
Friday, September 12, 2008
Long Island Weather Patterns
Long Island is a typical Northeastern Coastal town in the United States when it comes to weather patterns. The winters can be brutal and cold but they are also beautiful with their big blankets of snow enveloping the landscape. The Atlantic coast areas of the Long Island shores have a weather pattern dictated by the ocean breeze that makes it cooler in the summers than inland where dense population creates a heated and more humid effect. The eastern most tip of Long Island can be as much as 20 degrees cooler than those areas to the western end because of the way the eastern side sticks out into the Atlantic Ocean.
Long Island weather is often plagued by hurricanes and other ocean type storms that can be quite brutal. Summers are hot and humid because of the high water content in the air. Spring and fall are famous all along the eastern coastline because they bring not only the most temperate of weather in the region but also the most vibrant displays of color as the seasons change, although very rare tornados are possible in Long Island. In the winter the majority of the snow tends to fall inland away from the ocean where snow often turns to rain and slush. Typical snow accumulation is just a few inches but massive snow falls of up to a foot or more often occur several times during the winter season.
Long Island weather is often plagued by hurricanes and other ocean type storms that can be quite brutal. Summers are hot and humid because of the high water content in the air. Spring and fall are famous all along the eastern coastline because they bring not only the most temperate of weather in the region but also the most vibrant displays of color as the seasons change, although very rare tornados are possible in Long Island. In the winter the majority of the snow tends to fall inland away from the ocean where snow often turns to rain and slush. Typical snow accumulation is just a few inches but massive snow falls of up to a foot or more often occur several times during the winter season.
Check out LongIslandExchange.com (www.longislandexchange.com) to find more information about Long Island.
Thursday, September 04, 2008
Long Island: Something for Everyone
Long Island is an island located in southeastern New York, USA. Long Island has temperate and sultry summers and chilly winters. The Ocean helps bring in midday winds that significantly cools the island heat. Long Island is one reasons why people love New York, it has a charming native allure that was long ago shaped by time. It is connected by many tunnels and bridges to New York City, and has a large population of over 7 million making it number seventeen on the list of most populated islands. Long Island is the largest island in the United States.
There are plenty of entertainment choices on Long Island, you can take the family to a museum, an aquarium, or a planetarium, take them for a hike or visit a botanical garden, or go kayaking which is a popular pastime on Long Island. Even rookie paddlers can navigate in the calm waters around Long Island. As for nightlife Long Island has plenty to offer.
No matter what your culinary taste, Long Island has something to offer with over 2,000 restaurants to choose from. The nightlife on Long Island Has a lot to choose from, Live Entertainment, Coffee Houses, Comedy Clubs, Dance Clubs, Karaoke and so much more. You will leave knowing why everyone is saying "I love Long Island"
There are plenty of entertainment choices on Long Island, you can take the family to a museum, an aquarium, or a planetarium, take them for a hike or visit a botanical garden, or go kayaking which is a popular pastime on Long Island. Even rookie paddlers can navigate in the calm waters around Long Island. As for nightlife Long Island has plenty to offer.
No matter what your culinary taste, Long Island has something to offer with over 2,000 restaurants to choose from. The nightlife on Long Island Has a lot to choose from, Live Entertainment, Coffee Houses, Comedy Clubs, Dance Clubs, Karaoke and so much more. You will leave knowing why everyone is saying "I love Long Island"
Check out LongIslandExchange.com (www.longislandexchange.com) to find more information about Long Island.
Tuesday, September 02, 2008
Planning a Trip to Long Island? Visit Montauk Point!
Headed to Long Island? Then make sure to check out picturesque Montauk Point, located on the extreme tip of the South Fork and pinched between Block Island Sound and The Atlantic Ocean.
Montauk can provide an entire day's worth of entertaining activities, beginning with a trip to the Montauk Point Lighthouse Museum. Learn about the history of the lighthouse and then make the trek up 137 steps to a breathtaking view of the ocean, Long Island, Connecticut, and Rhode Island. Pick something up at the gift before heading out for a half-day fishing adventure. No experience is necessary for these fun filled trips - experienced captains will provide all of that for you!
Not into fishing? Go sailing for the day, or even take a sightseeing tour in an open cockpit bi-plane! And don't think for a minute that the kids won't enjoy the trip to Montauk Point! There's a petting farm, seal watch walks, and whale and pelagic bird watching trips. Also in the works is the Montauk Observatory, which will provide glimpses into the night sky when weather permits.
Don't worry if all this activity has you too worn out for the trip home because there's a full range of lodging in Montauk as well - everything from tents to luxurious resorts. If you're planning on visiting during the offseason, be sure to call ahead because some businesses and attractions do close for part of the winter.
Montauk can provide an entire day's worth of entertaining activities, beginning with a trip to the Montauk Point Lighthouse Museum. Learn about the history of the lighthouse and then make the trek up 137 steps to a breathtaking view of the ocean, Long Island, Connecticut, and Rhode Island. Pick something up at the gift before heading out for a half-day fishing adventure. No experience is necessary for these fun filled trips - experienced captains will provide all of that for you!
Not into fishing? Go sailing for the day, or even take a sightseeing tour in an open cockpit bi-plane! And don't think for a minute that the kids won't enjoy the trip to Montauk Point! There's a petting farm, seal watch walks, and whale and pelagic bird watching trips. Also in the works is the Montauk Observatory, which will provide glimpses into the night sky when weather permits.
Don't worry if all this activity has you too worn out for the trip home because there's a full range of lodging in Montauk as well - everything from tents to luxurious resorts. If you're planning on visiting during the offseason, be sure to call ahead because some businesses and attractions do close for part of the winter.
Check out LongIslandExchange.com (www.longislandexchange.com) to find more information about Long Island.
Monday, September 01, 2008
Recent News Stories
Out & About in…St. James
Although I grew up in St. James, I think I took for granted what the town had to offer, or simply moved away before I was really old enough to appreciate it. When some friends from out of town recently came to visit, and talk of “where did you grow up?” came about, I decided to revisit some of my old stomping grounds. I guess it takes an outsider to get you to notice what’s right next door. Or, in this case, what’s right down 25A and Lake Avenue.
Mets Pull One Out of the Hat After Phils Do
When you look back at the regular season, there are games that jump off the page that stand out as the ones that either killed or salvaged the campaign. After one of the most wild and wacky two-game sets all year, the Mets and Phillies played to a stalemate.
Is America Finally Coming To Its Racial Senses?
A quote from Associated Press writer Charles Babington says it nicely. "Barack Obama achieved a historic breakthrough with his nomination for president, but you wouldn't know it by tracking the official events of the Democratic convention's first three days." Babington wrote in an article I found at MyWayNews.com, "In becoming the first black American to claim a major party's nomination, Obama has reached a milestone that many felt was at least a generation away. But the convention, like Obama's overall campaign, thus far has dealt with race lightly, obliquely, or often not at all."
This off-Broadway hit will blow...you...away
Want to know how to easily score a gazillion thank you's from your kids? Hop on the LIRR and whisk them away to New York City to see the Gazillion Bubble Show at New World Stages. It's magical!
Death Race
This is the first time in ages I'm going to voice a positive opinion of a film written and directed by Paul W. S. Anderson. Not an overall positive opinion, mind you, but Death Race is a level above the usual deck expected of him after delivering to us such cinematic "classics" as Alien Vs. Predator and Resident Evil. And maybe the reason he's more successful this time out is because he set his sights...lower. By that, I'm saying that Death Race is not an example of an experienced Hollywood director maturing and increasing his skillset.
Check out LongIslandExchange.com (www.longislandexchange.com) to find more information about Long Island.
Although I grew up in St. James, I think I took for granted what the town had to offer, or simply moved away before I was really old enough to appreciate it. When some friends from out of town recently came to visit, and talk of “where did you grow up?” came about, I decided to revisit some of my old stomping grounds. I guess it takes an outsider to get you to notice what’s right next door. Or, in this case, what’s right down 25A and Lake Avenue.
Mets Pull One Out of the Hat After Phils Do
When you look back at the regular season, there are games that jump off the page that stand out as the ones that either killed or salvaged the campaign. After one of the most wild and wacky two-game sets all year, the Mets and Phillies played to a stalemate.
Is America Finally Coming To Its Racial Senses?
A quote from Associated Press writer Charles Babington says it nicely. "Barack Obama achieved a historic breakthrough with his nomination for president, but you wouldn't know it by tracking the official events of the Democratic convention's first three days." Babington wrote in an article I found at MyWayNews.com, "In becoming the first black American to claim a major party's nomination, Obama has reached a milestone that many felt was at least a generation away. But the convention, like Obama's overall campaign, thus far has dealt with race lightly, obliquely, or often not at all."
This off-Broadway hit will blow...you...away
Want to know how to easily score a gazillion thank you's from your kids? Hop on the LIRR and whisk them away to New York City to see the Gazillion Bubble Show at New World Stages. It's magical!
Death Race
This is the first time in ages I'm going to voice a positive opinion of a film written and directed by Paul W. S. Anderson. Not an overall positive opinion, mind you, but Death Race is a level above the usual deck expected of him after delivering to us such cinematic "classics" as Alien Vs. Predator and Resident Evil. And maybe the reason he's more successful this time out is because he set his sights...lower. By that, I'm saying that Death Race is not an example of an experienced Hollywood director maturing and increasing his skillset.
Check out LongIslandExchange.com (www.longislandexchange.com) to find more information about Long Island.
Sunday, August 31, 2008
Long Island Roads
Long Island New York has many roadways to travel on, but whichever you choose you are almost destined to hit some level of traffic. The main crossway of the island is I-495 which is also known as the Long Island Expressway also known as the LIE. This interstate starts in Manhattan at the midtown tunnel and runs clear across the island ending in Riverhead. The LIE is sure to be full of cars at almost anytime of day as it is the easiest and quickest route to use while getting around Long Island.
The shape of Long Island and layout of the roads also makes it very easy to get around. Almost all of the parkways, turnpikes, expressways, and highways run in straight lines from the north shore to the south shore or from the eastern end of the island to the west. Another important thing to remember while traveling the roads of Long Island is to always allow yourself extra time to get to your destination. The Long Island Expressway and almost every other major road on the island are infamous for traffic backups, constructions, and accidents. Also remember to buckle up while traveling anywhere but especially while on Long Island, as that law is very strictly enforced to locals and tourists.
The shape of Long Island and layout of the roads also makes it very easy to get around. Almost all of the parkways, turnpikes, expressways, and highways run in straight lines from the north shore to the south shore or from the eastern end of the island to the west. Another important thing to remember while traveling the roads of Long Island is to always allow yourself extra time to get to your destination. The Long Island Expressway and almost every other major road on the island are infamous for traffic backups, constructions, and accidents. Also remember to buckle up while traveling anywhere but especially while on Long Island, as that law is very strictly enforced to locals and tourists.
Check out LongIslandExchange.com (www.longislandexchange.com) to find more information about Long Island.
Thursday, August 28, 2008
Long Island, New York
Long Island is located southeast of the state of New York within the mainland United States. It is the home of Brooklyn, Queens, Nassau, and Suffolk counties. Each county has its finepoints and attractive repoir. Overall, the island provides added culture to the definition of "New Yorker".
Long Island boasts several museums and tourist attractions. Many hotels ranging from the simple to the lavish call Long Island home as far west as Brooklyn to as far east at the Hamptons. Nestled by itself in the Atlantic Ocean, the island is the spectacle of fabulous portraits throughout all the seasons of the year. One can experience big city life while allowing for the flexibility of the suburban feel as they progress from the west to the east along the island.
One of the charming characteristics of Long Island is its ability to parade its clean, welcoming beaches. The island offers many opportunities for golfing, shopping, and other forms of recreation. It is a great place for shopping for antiques, attending various sporting events, sampling of wines, take in a horse show, and even attend medieval festivals. Tourists can experience the many architectures of various lighthouses throughout the island.
Long Island, New York is the perfect place to experience both the city life as well as the tourist amenities and recreational splendor. With Manhattan in the skyline, relaxing beaches and sun is just moments away with a feel of being out of place surrounded by the hustle of big city life.
Long Island boasts several museums and tourist attractions. Many hotels ranging from the simple to the lavish call Long Island home as far west as Brooklyn to as far east at the Hamptons. Nestled by itself in the Atlantic Ocean, the island is the spectacle of fabulous portraits throughout all the seasons of the year. One can experience big city life while allowing for the flexibility of the suburban feel as they progress from the west to the east along the island.
One of the charming characteristics of Long Island is its ability to parade its clean, welcoming beaches. The island offers many opportunities for golfing, shopping, and other forms of recreation. It is a great place for shopping for antiques, attending various sporting events, sampling of wines, take in a horse show, and even attend medieval festivals. Tourists can experience the many architectures of various lighthouses throughout the island.
Long Island, New York is the perfect place to experience both the city life as well as the tourist amenities and recreational splendor. With Manhattan in the skyline, relaxing beaches and sun is just moments away with a feel of being out of place surrounded by the hustle of big city life.
Check out LongIslandExchange.com (www.longislandexchange.com) to find more information about Long Island.
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
Long Island New York
Long Island is an island that resides around the southeastern part of New York. It lies adjacent to Manhattan. The island lays partially on the Atlantic Ocean and has four counties: Queens, Brooklyn, Nassau, and Suffolk. A body of water separates the northern shore and Connecticut; this body of water is called the Long Island Sound. There are many beach towns in the region. The most popular include Montauk and the Hamptons.
Long Island remains the largest island within the United States. It joins the mainland using several tunnels and bridges throughout New York City. There are also ferries that can be taken from Suffolk to Connecticut.
The Dutch settled the Western portion of Long Island, while English Puritans traveling from Connecticut, settled the Eastern portion. During the Revolutionary War, George Washington captured Long Island in the Battle of Long Island.
In the early years of the 20th century, Long Island transitioned from farms and such to the greatest example of an American suburb. Robert Moses created many parks for others enjoyment in the Long Island area. Long Island is one of New York City's most popular retreats.
Following the second World War, the population of Long Island grew dramatically. Many people who worked or lived in New York City decided to head to Long Island after the war. The Island remains a strong immigration center within the United States. There is an essential diversity in Long Island that much of the U.S lacks.
Long Island remains the largest island within the United States. It joins the mainland using several tunnels and bridges throughout New York City. There are also ferries that can be taken from Suffolk to Connecticut.
The Dutch settled the Western portion of Long Island, while English Puritans traveling from Connecticut, settled the Eastern portion. During the Revolutionary War, George Washington captured Long Island in the Battle of Long Island.
In the early years of the 20th century, Long Island transitioned from farms and such to the greatest example of an American suburb. Robert Moses created many parks for others enjoyment in the Long Island area. Long Island is one of New York City's most popular retreats.
Following the second World War, the population of Long Island grew dramatically. Many people who worked or lived in New York City decided to head to Long Island after the war. The Island remains a strong immigration center within the United States. There is an essential diversity in Long Island that much of the U.S lacks.
Monday, August 11, 2008
Long Island Exchange
Whatever you are looking for, if it is available, then you will find it on http://www.longislandexchange.com/.
From autos, to movies to real estate, just to name a few, there are listings for every type of category imaginable. This website is very user friendly and unlike many other city guide websites, this one is genuinely interested in the well being of everything posted on the site.
Very few websites offer the ability to view a weather satellite to check on impending weather, and then glance through a category for family counseling while at the same time, perhaps looking at the performance of your stock portfolio. As a merchant, there is even a place to check out the advertising capabilities of http://www.longislandexchange.com/ and due to the user friendly page view of the site, you will even have an opportunity to find and locate businesses easier than any print media has ever had to offer.
The full color advertising of the merchants and the alphabetical listings of suppliers, provide for an experience that you will want to bookmark http://www.longislandexchange.com/ and perhaps even forward the link to anyone who has any interest in the Long Island area, for a travel guide or just to see what is going on.
From autos, to movies to real estate, just to name a few, there are listings for every type of category imaginable. This website is very user friendly and unlike many other city guide websites, this one is genuinely interested in the well being of everything posted on the site.
Very few websites offer the ability to view a weather satellite to check on impending weather, and then glance through a category for family counseling while at the same time, perhaps looking at the performance of your stock portfolio. As a merchant, there is even a place to check out the advertising capabilities of http://www.longislandexchange.com/ and due to the user friendly page view of the site, you will even have an opportunity to find and locate businesses easier than any print media has ever had to offer.
The full color advertising of the merchants and the alphabetical listings of suppliers, provide for an experience that you will want to bookmark http://www.longislandexchange.com/ and perhaps even forward the link to anyone who has any interest in the Long Island area, for a travel guide or just to see what is going on.
Friday, July 18, 2008
Long Island New York
Long Island, New York, is one of the top tourist destinations in the entire United States. From historical landmarks to operating lighthouses, from family fun parks to museums, and zoos to arboretums, there is something for everyone! There is always something new and exciting going on at Long Island.
Visitors to the Long Island area will find a diverse selection of boutiques, auction houses, gallereries, and antique dealers. The wide range of options can at times be overwhelming for shoppers of every sort. Those who seek unique and unusual antiques will be thrilled to find that nearly every corner at Long Island houses some sort of antiques dealer. Both professional and novice decorators have been traveling to Long Island for many years in order to find exquisite fine art, priceless collectibles, and artifacts rich in historic, country charm.
The Long Island area takes great pride in their variety of aquariums and zoos. When it comes to wild life of all sorts, central suffolk hosts six establishments with creatures of any number of species. South Shore hosts two additional venues, while North Shore has one. Regardless of which location you choose to visit, you can be assured that you and your loved ones will be awed and amazed. At the aquarium you can choose to undertake such activities as swimming with the sting rays or plunging into the shark tank, from the safety of a cage, of course! The local zoos and game farms allow you to enjoy wild life from a close up vantage point. You can also visit the Long Island wildlife preserves, where creatures roam free.
The breathtaking beauty of Long Island's widely acclaimed, manicured formal gardens and lush arboretums beacon visitors to stop and smell the roses for awhile. The sheer majesty of these gardens, some of which surround historical museums and impressive mansions, are also commonly used by professional artists as inspirational viewpoints. Likewise, visitors of all ages can take in the scenery as they stroll down the wandering walkways. These remarkably landscaped areas are just the place to enjoy quiet, personal reflection, or to view beauty which is naturally remarkable.
The residents of Long Island know that at any given time of the year, they can expect to find a host of concert venues. From outdoor, impromptu stages to professional concert productions, there are numerous concerts to keep you entertained until the wee hours of the night! Major indoor venues host well known performers of all styles of music, while crisp outdoor breezes grace visitors upon the waterfront as favorite local artists take the stage.
No matter your taste or preference, you are sure to find something to your liking when you visit Long Island, New York!
Visitors to the Long Island area will find a diverse selection of boutiques, auction houses, gallereries, and antique dealers. The wide range of options can at times be overwhelming for shoppers of every sort. Those who seek unique and unusual antiques will be thrilled to find that nearly every corner at Long Island houses some sort of antiques dealer. Both professional and novice decorators have been traveling to Long Island for many years in order to find exquisite fine art, priceless collectibles, and artifacts rich in historic, country charm.
The Long Island area takes great pride in their variety of aquariums and zoos. When it comes to wild life of all sorts, central suffolk hosts six establishments with creatures of any number of species. South Shore hosts two additional venues, while North Shore has one. Regardless of which location you choose to visit, you can be assured that you and your loved ones will be awed and amazed. At the aquarium you can choose to undertake such activities as swimming with the sting rays or plunging into the shark tank, from the safety of a cage, of course! The local zoos and game farms allow you to enjoy wild life from a close up vantage point. You can also visit the Long Island wildlife preserves, where creatures roam free.
The breathtaking beauty of Long Island's widely acclaimed, manicured formal gardens and lush arboretums beacon visitors to stop and smell the roses for awhile. The sheer majesty of these gardens, some of which surround historical museums and impressive mansions, are also commonly used by professional artists as inspirational viewpoints. Likewise, visitors of all ages can take in the scenery as they stroll down the wandering walkways. These remarkably landscaped areas are just the place to enjoy quiet, personal reflection, or to view beauty which is naturally remarkable.
The residents of Long Island know that at any given time of the year, they can expect to find a host of concert venues. From outdoor, impromptu stages to professional concert productions, there are numerous concerts to keep you entertained until the wee hours of the night! Major indoor venues host well known performers of all styles of music, while crisp outdoor breezes grace visitors upon the waterfront as favorite local artists take the stage.
No matter your taste or preference, you are sure to find something to your liking when you visit Long Island, New York!
Tuesday, July 01, 2008
Long Island News, Classifieds, Events - Long Island New York
Long Island Exchange Commercial - Low Res YouTube Version
52 second spot for Long Island Exchange local television run. Long Island Exchange ( http://www.longislandexchange.com/ ) is the leading resource on Long Island New York for news and business. Find Long Island news, check local weather, real estate, classifieds, events, extensive town details, chat, find out what's happening on Long Island.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SxBslUERo9c (no click)
Recent Stories:
Keeping Pets Safe This Summer
We all know by now you can't leave a child in a hot car--even for a moment. But what about our furry friends? How can we keep them safe this season?
The Incredible Hulk
Remember my Iron Man review? If not, please feel free to visit my extensive review archive at the bottom of this page and read it prior to reading this review.
NY Daily News Misses The Boat On Hillary
Political writing has gotten boring again. I've spent the better part of this year going on and on about it, and now that Obama has won the whole exercise is almost pointless.
Ex-Major Leaguer Gibbons the Newest Duck
When a baseball player is looking for a second – or even last – chance, a place that has been a good springboard back to a major league organization has been Long Island.
An Animal Filled Weekend on Long Island
My husband and I usually begin planning our weekends on Mondays. ”What do you want to do this weekend?” we ask each other daily until one of us either comes up with an idea or we just “Whatever” each other to death.
52 second spot for Long Island Exchange local television run. Long Island Exchange ( http://www.longislandexchange.com/ ) is the leading resource on Long Island New York for news and business. Find Long Island news, check local weather, real estate, classifieds, events, extensive town details, chat, find out what's happening on Long Island.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SxBslUERo9c (no click)
Recent Stories:
Keeping Pets Safe This Summer
We all know by now you can't leave a child in a hot car--even for a moment. But what about our furry friends? How can we keep them safe this season?
The Incredible Hulk
Remember my Iron Man review? If not, please feel free to visit my extensive review archive at the bottom of this page and read it prior to reading this review.
NY Daily News Misses The Boat On Hillary
Political writing has gotten boring again. I've spent the better part of this year going on and on about it, and now that Obama has won the whole exercise is almost pointless.
Ex-Major Leaguer Gibbons the Newest Duck
When a baseball player is looking for a second – or even last – chance, a place that has been a good springboard back to a major league organization has been Long Island.
An Animal Filled Weekend on Long Island
My husband and I usually begin planning our weekends on Mondays. ”What do you want to do this weekend?” we ask each other daily until one of us either comes up with an idea or we just “Whatever” each other to death.
Friday, June 06, 2008
Long Island Exchange Commercial - Low Res YouTube Version
Long Island Exchange Commercial - Low Res YouTube Version
52 second spot for Long Island Exchange local television run. Long Island Exchange ( http://www.longislandexchange.com/ ) is the leading resource on Long Island New York for news and business. Find Long Island news, check local weather, real estate, classifieds, events, extensive town details, chat, find out what's happening on Long Island.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SxBslUERo9c (no click)
52 second spot for Long Island Exchange local television run. Long Island Exchange ( http://www.longislandexchange.com/ ) is the leading resource on Long Island New York for news and business. Find Long Island news, check local weather, real estate, classifieds, events, extensive town details, chat, find out what's happening on Long Island.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SxBslUERo9c (no click)
Tuesday, April 01, 2008
Recent Stories on Long Island Exchange
At The Movies: Doomsday by Christopher Boyle
Doomsday is basically a mish-mash combination of a number of various movies, and the resulting concoction adds up to far less than the sum of its parts. Director Neil Marshall's rip-off...um, excuse me, I mean "homage to" various beloved movies of his youth starts out promising enough, but soon just dissolves into a stew of stupidity and the dreaded "been there, done that" syndrome.
Glazing over the Grocery Bills by Janene Mascarella
Sometimes I feel if I take another trip to the grocery store, I'm going to scream. Then when I look at how much we spent in a month on bread, milk, eggs and a zillion other items--I feel faint. Seems like I spend most of my time wandering up and down the isles hunting for new snacks to pack for the kids' lunch. And taking them with me on my weekly excursion is no picnic. I land out spending way more than necessary as I throw items to keep them quiet. DVD's, books, toys, whatever it takes to keep them calm and happy in their car cart.
Osama Bin Laden is Dead by Joe Wallace
Have you seen the headlines about the latest Osama bin Laden tape? The figure on the audiotape is supposedly bin Laden, at least in the minds of the geniuses at Al Jazeera television. Why these broadcasters continue to give airtime to these audio missives is beyond me. This crap is news?
Yankees’ Staff Looking Shaky as Season Set to Begin by Joe Pietaro
All the questions could have been avoided if the Yankees just pulled the trigger on the most obvious of needs and make the deal for lefthanded starter Johan Santana. The two-time American League Cy Young Award winner and arguably the game’s best pitcher was dangled by Minnesota general manager Bill Smith during the Winter Meetings in Nashville. After failing to come to an agreement on a contract extension with him, the Twins practically begged someone to make them a reasonable offer for Santana. Not as many clubs lined up as one would have expected.
Why Do We Care So Much about Celebrity Pregnancies? by Laura Rupert
Pregnancy is beautiful and people feel a connection to expecting women. Add to the equation a celebrity and you have millions of interested people worldwide wanting to know every little detail. It is probably because of the added scrutiny from paparazzi that celebrity women wait to announce their pregnancies until they are in the third trimester. Even when women are obviously pregnant (think J. Lo and Angelina Jolie), they avoid the obvious and carry on as if they weren’t pregnant.
Doomsday is basically a mish-mash combination of a number of various movies, and the resulting concoction adds up to far less than the sum of its parts. Director Neil Marshall's rip-off...um, excuse me, I mean "homage to" various beloved movies of his youth starts out promising enough, but soon just dissolves into a stew of stupidity and the dreaded "been there, done that" syndrome.
Glazing over the Grocery Bills by Janene Mascarella
Sometimes I feel if I take another trip to the grocery store, I'm going to scream. Then when I look at how much we spent in a month on bread, milk, eggs and a zillion other items--I feel faint. Seems like I spend most of my time wandering up and down the isles hunting for new snacks to pack for the kids' lunch. And taking them with me on my weekly excursion is no picnic. I land out spending way more than necessary as I throw items to keep them quiet. DVD's, books, toys, whatever it takes to keep them calm and happy in their car cart.
Osama Bin Laden is Dead by Joe Wallace
Have you seen the headlines about the latest Osama bin Laden tape? The figure on the audiotape is supposedly bin Laden, at least in the minds of the geniuses at Al Jazeera television. Why these broadcasters continue to give airtime to these audio missives is beyond me. This crap is news?
Yankees’ Staff Looking Shaky as Season Set to Begin by Joe Pietaro
All the questions could have been avoided if the Yankees just pulled the trigger on the most obvious of needs and make the deal for lefthanded starter Johan Santana. The two-time American League Cy Young Award winner and arguably the game’s best pitcher was dangled by Minnesota general manager Bill Smith during the Winter Meetings in Nashville. After failing to come to an agreement on a contract extension with him, the Twins practically begged someone to make them a reasonable offer for Santana. Not as many clubs lined up as one would have expected.
Why Do We Care So Much about Celebrity Pregnancies? by Laura Rupert
Pregnancy is beautiful and people feel a connection to expecting women. Add to the equation a celebrity and you have millions of interested people worldwide wanting to know every little detail. It is probably because of the added scrutiny from paparazzi that celebrity women wait to announce their pregnancies until they are in the third trimester. Even when women are obviously pregnant (think J. Lo and Angelina Jolie), they avoid the obvious and carry on as if they weren’t pregnant.
Monday, February 11, 2008
Recent Stories on Long Island Exchange
Psychological Problems Deserve Prozac not Paparazzi
Many of us have dealt with psychological problems in the past and many of us deal with them every single day. For those that do not suffer firsthand they probably know at least one person in their family or close circle of friends that takes an anti-depression drug or a prescription for some other mental illness.
MVP Eli Gives Brady, Belichick the Blues in Stunning 17-14 SBXLII Win
Glendale, AZ- Being the underdog is a familiar scenario for the New York Giants. Heading into the 2007 season without Tiki Barber, the team was not expected to qualify for the playoffs. Even when they joined the postseason dance, heading on the road as an NFC wild card entry, they were given little to no chance to make it very far.
Stock Market Follies
Whenever I go to the gym, I always wind up on the cross trainer machine next to guys watching the financial reports on the gym TV system. I finally got curious to see what was holding the attention of sweaty dudes with determined looks on their faces, so I switched over one day and wound up being sucked into a mini-obsession with stocks.
Coughing Up Some Facts: Warnings About Cold Medications for Kids
Alright. Now I'm really confused. I remember a while ago hearing news reports that cold and cough medication was not safe for children under 2. Got that. It's perfectly clear. But in case you didn't, recently, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued an advisory strongly recommending that over-the-counter cough and cold medications not be given to infants and children under two years old because of the risk of life-threatening side effects. I got a zillion "Must-read. Cold medication warnings" fwds from some of my fwd-happy friends when that went out over the news wires. I responded to a few, "Phew, thanks for the info!". But really, it was on the news, all day. and I usually zap all Fwd emails with the delete button--even if it says, don't delete. In fact, faster if it says don't delete.
Pure blood, death, and mayhem. We’ve been apart far too long, my friend.
My fellow moviegoers, let me tell you of a time known as the 1980’s. Former actor Ronald Regan was president, and in Regan’s America, an odd duality existed in the movies produced during that era- sex was bad (and usually punishable by death), but violence was welcomed, especially when it was directed at dirty, godless non-Americans. Known to many as the Golden Age of Action, the 80’s box-office was firmly ruled by macho, massively muscled one-man armies such as Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sylvester Stallone, Jean-Claude Van Damme, and Stephen Seagal. Combined, these gentlemen killed enough people on-screen to fill the Grand Canyon hundreds of times over. Plots? Character development? Who needed them? As long as we had unlimited ammunition, sharp bladed weapons, and plenty of bad guys to insert them into, audiences were elated.
Many of us have dealt with psychological problems in the past and many of us deal with them every single day. For those that do not suffer firsthand they probably know at least one person in their family or close circle of friends that takes an anti-depression drug or a prescription for some other mental illness.
MVP Eli Gives Brady, Belichick the Blues in Stunning 17-14 SBXLII Win
Glendale, AZ- Being the underdog is a familiar scenario for the New York Giants. Heading into the 2007 season without Tiki Barber, the team was not expected to qualify for the playoffs. Even when they joined the postseason dance, heading on the road as an NFC wild card entry, they were given little to no chance to make it very far.
Stock Market Follies
Whenever I go to the gym, I always wind up on the cross trainer machine next to guys watching the financial reports on the gym TV system. I finally got curious to see what was holding the attention of sweaty dudes with determined looks on their faces, so I switched over one day and wound up being sucked into a mini-obsession with stocks.
Coughing Up Some Facts: Warnings About Cold Medications for Kids
Alright. Now I'm really confused. I remember a while ago hearing news reports that cold and cough medication was not safe for children under 2. Got that. It's perfectly clear. But in case you didn't, recently, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued an advisory strongly recommending that over-the-counter cough and cold medications not be given to infants and children under two years old because of the risk of life-threatening side effects. I got a zillion "Must-read. Cold medication warnings" fwds from some of my fwd-happy friends when that went out over the news wires. I responded to a few, "Phew, thanks for the info!". But really, it was on the news, all day. and I usually zap all Fwd emails with the delete button--even if it says, don't delete. In fact, faster if it says don't delete.
Pure blood, death, and mayhem. We’ve been apart far too long, my friend.
My fellow moviegoers, let me tell you of a time known as the 1980’s. Former actor Ronald Regan was president, and in Regan’s America, an odd duality existed in the movies produced during that era- sex was bad (and usually punishable by death), but violence was welcomed, especially when it was directed at dirty, godless non-Americans. Known to many as the Golden Age of Action, the 80’s box-office was firmly ruled by macho, massively muscled one-man armies such as Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sylvester Stallone, Jean-Claude Van Damme, and Stephen Seagal. Combined, these gentlemen killed enough people on-screen to fill the Grand Canyon hundreds of times over. Plots? Character development? Who needed them? As long as we had unlimited ammunition, sharp bladed weapons, and plenty of bad guys to insert them into, audiences were elated.
Tuesday, January 15, 2008
Long Island Exchange » Forum Threads
Party 105 Expands to Nassau County
Monday, January 07, 2008, 11:01:10 AM
Party 105 Expands to Nassau County After ten years of broadcasting exclusively to Suffolk County, The Morey Organization's (TMO) flagship radio station, Party 105 (WDRE 105.3 FM), is expanding to Nassau County. Party 105's programming will be simulcast on 101.5FM out of Plainview. You will now be able to hear Party's high energy mix of Top 40, Hip-Hop and heritage Dance music throughout Long Island from the Cross Island Parkway through the Hamptons. "We are very excited to be in Nassau County", said Party 105 Operations Manager and morning show host Vic Latino. Latino also states, "There has been a huge hole in Nassau County for this music ever since the city stations stopped playing this high energy format. A few days into the simulcast and the response from listeners and advertisers has already been unreal." TMO is launching an extensive marketing campaign in Nassau County. Many announcements will be coming in the next few w .....
Great L.I. Band JRAD
Wednesday, January 02, 2008, 3:01:10 PM
A Few years ago i met these two young Kids from long island who are in a band called JRAD,They graciuosly took me into there home and gave me and my son a one on show,and holy smokes, they were great to say the least. They made a studio DVD ,gave me a signed copy (i asked because i know the'll be big someday). Check em out ,you won't be disapointed. There new cd is available on Itunes, I'm definetly picking up a copy. I wish these guys all the best,they deserve it. www.jradrocks.com .....
AFTERLIFE: Progressive Rock Returns! January 11
Sunday, December 30, 2007, 10:12:58 PM
Hi Folks, We wanted to remind you about a much-anticipated performance coming up just shortly into the New Year. Although we’ve been rehearsing weekly for some time now, we don’t actually do many live shows at all (historically, at best two shows a year). So each show is a bit of a musical “event”. The band’s last two performances were at sold-out large hall auditorium/theater venues -- but we’ve decided to try something very different this time. We hope the cool concept and hip venue will help convince you to sneak out for an enjoyable evening of gourmet food, a large full-service bar, stellar live entertainment, and good company. It’s a much smaller venue than usual so you may want to get your tickets now (really). New music and new visuals have been added – things are fresh and evolving -- and we’re real excited about this up .....
Monday, January 07, 2008, 11:01:10 AM
Party 105 Expands to Nassau County After ten years of broadcasting exclusively to Suffolk County, The Morey Organization's (TMO) flagship radio station, Party 105 (WDRE 105.3 FM), is expanding to Nassau County. Party 105's programming will be simulcast on 101.5FM out of Plainview. You will now be able to hear Party's high energy mix of Top 40, Hip-Hop and heritage Dance music throughout Long Island from the Cross Island Parkway through the Hamptons. "We are very excited to be in Nassau County", said Party 105 Operations Manager and morning show host Vic Latino. Latino also states, "There has been a huge hole in Nassau County for this music ever since the city stations stopped playing this high energy format. A few days into the simulcast and the response from listeners and advertisers has already been unreal." TMO is launching an extensive marketing campaign in Nassau County. Many announcements will be coming in the next few w .....
Great L.I. Band JRAD
Wednesday, January 02, 2008, 3:01:10 PM
A Few years ago i met these two young Kids from long island who are in a band called JRAD,They graciuosly took me into there home and gave me and my son a one on show,and holy smokes, they were great to say the least. They made a studio DVD ,gave me a signed copy (i asked because i know the'll be big someday). Check em out ,you won't be disapointed. There new cd is available on Itunes, I'm definetly picking up a copy. I wish these guys all the best,they deserve it. www.jradrocks.com .....
AFTERLIFE: Progressive Rock Returns! January 11
Sunday, December 30, 2007, 10:12:58 PM
Hi Folks, We wanted to remind you about a much-anticipated performance coming up just shortly into the New Year. Although we’ve been rehearsing weekly for some time now, we don’t actually do many live shows at all (historically, at best two shows a year). So each show is a bit of a musical “event”. The band’s last two performances were at sold-out large hall auditorium/theater venues -- but we’ve decided to try something very different this time. We hope the cool concept and hip venue will help convince you to sneak out for an enjoyable evening of gourmet food, a large full-service bar, stellar live entertainment, and good company. It’s a much smaller venue than usual so you may want to get your tickets now (really). New music and new visuals have been added – things are fresh and evolving -- and we’re real excited about this up .....
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