Sunday, August 9, 2026

The Islip Arts Council Update: Swingtime Big Band at the Long Island Maritime Museum August 10th 7PM

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Swingtime Big Band at the Long Island Maritime Museum



AUGUST 10, 7PM


Swingtime Big Band is bringing the Swing Era to life at the Long Island Maritime Museum to celebrate America's 250th Birthday!


Performing music from the Great American Songbook in three-dimensional sound, this 20-piece swing band authentically recreates the style, musicality, and essence of each iconic big band that originated from these song hits.


This concert is FREE and welcomes all ages! Bring a chair or a blanket.



SPONSORSHIPS WELCOMED!

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ART WALK EAST ISLIP


ART WALK EAST ISLIP

SUNDAY, AUGUST 30, 2-6PM


Join the East Islip Art Walk, a much-anticipated event in our community attracting art lovers, families, and visitors from everywhere.


What's Art Walk?

Art Walk is a day where local talent meets food & local businesses and participants come together to experience our community with music and creativity, celebrating local art & culture in East Islip. 


This event is FREE and open to all ages! Enjoy some of Long Island's best talents in live music and artist vendors throughout main street, beginning at the American Legion Hall and ending at Momentum Rehabilitation.



CALLING ALL

🎨 Artists & Artisan Vendors

🖌️Plein Air Painters

🛍️ Handmade Goods Vendors

🎶 Solo Musicians • Acoustic Performers • Bands

🎤 Poets • Spoken Word Artists

🎭 Interactive Art Demonstrations

🖌️ Community Art Activities


Interested in Participating?

Reserve your space today!

Vendor Applications Now Open at IslipArts.org

Musicians, Poets, and Painters Welcome

Community Organizations Encouraged

VENDOR FORM

SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARK

A Midsummer Night's Dream, a comedy by William Shakespeare, will be performed live and in full costume!


Presented by the Islip Arts Council & Studio Theater of Long Island Shakespeare Troupe


Written by William Shakespeare between 1594 and 1596, this play is set in Athens and consists of several subplots revolving around the marriage of Theseus and Hippolyta. One subplot involves a conflict among four Athenian lovers. Another follows a group of six amateur actors rehearsing the play which they are to perform before the wedding. Both groups find themselves in a forest inhabited by fairies who manipulate the humans and are engaged in their own domestic intrigue. 



SCHEDULE:

8/13 Long Island Maritime Museum, W. Sayville, 6pm

8/15 Brookside Park, W. Sayville, 2pm

8/23 Bayard Cutting Arboretum, Great River, 2pm


Shakespeare in the Park is made possible through a grant from the Suffolk County Office of Cultural Affairs.





FREE CONCERTS

Summer Concert Series at Bayard Cutting Arboretum


Spend a Sunday afternoon at the beautiful Bayard Cutting Arboretum. Enjoy lunch at the Hidden Oak Cafe and bring a chair or blanket while listening to live music at the lower carriage house, along the Connetquot River.

Concert begins at 2PM.


Schedule:

8/9 Buddy Merriam

8/16 Easy Street

BE A SPONSOR


Swingtime Big Band at the Long Island Maritime Museum



AUGUST 10, 7PM


Swingtime Big Band is bringing the Swing Era to life at the Long Island Maritime Museum to celebrate America's 250th Birthday!


Performing music from the Great American Songbook in three-dimensional sound, this 20-piece swing band authentically recreates the style, musicality, and essence of each iconic big band that originated from these song hits.


This concert is FREE and welcomes all ages! Bring a chair or a blanket.



SPONSORSHIPS WELCOMED!

GET YOUR BUSINESS ON THE STAGE BANNER!

Lunchtime Series "Brown Bag Concert" on Tuesdays at the Bay Shore Band Shell.


Table and chairs provided. Take your lunch outdoors and enjoy the music!

Concert begins at 12PM.


Upcoming Schedule:

8/11 - The Karpenteers

8/18 - Strawberry Gossip





ON VIEW NOW


ANYTHING GOES: ON DISPLAY AUGUST 1 - 31

ANYTHING GOES opens the door for all artists to submit their work, no matter the subject and medium, with no size limitation. This show presents a wide range of artists working in various disciplines.


Artists:

Lori Allen-Bauer

Anthony Bacarella

Lisa Carrano

Anthony D’Avino

Dennis Dubey

Arlene Gernon

Evan Hammer

Suzanne Hoffman

Karen Jakubowski

Storm Keeler

Katrina Kuan

Rich LaBella

Kalliope Lios

Krys Lipinski

Jennifer Maggio

Jeanette Martone

Kelly Powell

Bernice Rausch

Stephanie Selles

AvaBlu Stephens

Fred Strobel

Betty Vaz

Linda Weingarten

KT Williamson


Reception: August 21, 5-7pm


STUDENT SHOWCASE: ON DISPLAY AUGUST 1 - 31

STUDENTS SHOWCASE - FEATURED ARTIST WALL


Come view works done during IAC's School of Cultural Arts classes!


Students and instructors share pieces done in their Watercolor, Oils & Acrylics, Open Studio, Colored Pencils/Pastels, and Art of Drawing classes.


Artists:

​Susan Araujo 

Ana Barbacone

Marlene Bezich

Louise Blake

Ellen Finamore

Peggy Gartenbaum

Denise Gerber

Norma Malinverno

Bernadette McManus

Mary Mendes

Roberta Sciara

Kathy VanDyke

Kathryn Vrtodusic

Randy Weisbin


Reception: August 21, 5-7pm


Interested in taking a class? CLICK HERE for more info!

CURRENTS: AQUATIC ART EXHIBIT

Currently on view at My Town's Cafe July 1 - August 31


Stop by the cafe for your favorite drink and enjoy the beautiful aquatic-themed work made by local artists! 


Featured Artists:

Lori Allen-Bauer

Jennifer Bartlett

Maria Boylan

Bella Churgin

Teresa Clark

Caitlin Darbee

Alyssa Denis

Dennis Dubey

Theresa Graff

Karen Jakubowski

Storm Keeler

Colette Steinhauer

AvaBlu Stephens

Joann Trimarco

Dawn Votapka

Thomas Weiss


Closing Reception: August 31, 6-8pm




UNDER THE SEA

UNDER THE SEA ~ LIGHT & ART FESTIVAL

Saturday, September 26, 6:00 - 10:00 pm


Join us for an enchanting evening celebrating art, light, creativity, and the beauty of the ocean.


Under the Sea Light & Art Festival will be held outdoors and will include an artisan night market, glowing art installations, interactive light experiences, live music & more! This family-friendly fun event is FREE!


BECOME A VENDOR

We are looking for artists, makers, crafters, and specialty vendors whose work complements the festival's aquatic, coastal, and imaginative themes.


This is a night time event, illuminate your booth

(Best decorated booth gets a prize), so lets see those Lights!

Make sure you have weights to hold your tent down if you have one.


Vendor Fee: $50


Space is limited. Please complete this application to be considered for participation. For questions, please contact the Islip Arts Council Gallery at 631-888-3525.


VENDOR FORM

UNDER THE SEA: CALL FOR ART!

CALL FOR ART


UNDER THE SEA: IMMERSIVE LIGHT & ART EXHIBITION IN THE GALLERY


The Islip Arts Council invites artists to dive beneath the surface and help transform our gallery into an immersive underwater world filled with art, light, sound, and imagination.

We welcome traditional and contemporary interpretations of the ocean, marine life, fantasy, conservation, and the mystery of the sea.


We are seeking:

Painting • Photography • Mixed Media • Sculpture • Resin • Ceramics • Fiber Art • Installation Art • Immersive Installations

Glow-in-the-Dark & UV Reactive Artwork is Highly Encouraged

Short Films & Digital Media Wanted in mp4 of iMovie format


We are especially interested in:

• Underwater films

• Animation

• Projection art

• Experimental video

• Digital art

• Ocean-inspired visual storytelling


Short films (approximately 1-6 minutes) will be featured in our Digital Ocean Theater throughout the exhibition and festival.


Help us build an unforgettable experience incorporating:

• Jellyfish

• Coral reefs

• Large sea creatures

• Hanging sculptures

• Light installations

• Interactive artwork

• Recycled ocean art


Think beyond the frame.

Become part of the experience.

Artist Submission Form

MOVIES TURNING 50

MOVIES TURNING 50 is back!

Presented by AARP Long Island and the Islip Arts Council


FREE MOVIE, POPCORN & DRINK for those 50+

Sayville Movie Theater, 103 Railroad Ave, Sayville, NY 11782


SCHEDULE:

9/24 - Taxi Driver

10/29 - Carrie

11/19 - A Star is Born

12/10 - Network


RSVP HERE


GALLERY HOURS

Tuesday - Saturday, 11am - 4pm

CLOSED Sundays & Mondays


ISLIPARTS.ORG

631-888-3525

THANK YOU SUPPORTERS!



Thank you to our sponsors and dedicated people like you who continue to support the Islip Arts Council, Without your help it would not be possible for IAC to provide the community with new and exceptional programming.




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