BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Long Island Authors - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Long Island Authors X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Long Island Authors REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T180000 DTSTAMP:20260501T112518 CREATED:20260227T134635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T134635Z UID:3639-1772892000-1772906400@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:The Lucky Social Pop Up Market DESCRIPTION:Check out a curated mix of local vendors and shop to support shelter animals.\nFood and drinks are available for purchase. URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/the-lucky-social-pop-up-market/ LOCATION:Great South Bay Brewery\, 25 Drexel Drive\, Bayshore\, NY\, 11706\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.longislandauthors.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Stefs-Event-Image-1.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Stefanie Nici":MAILTO:misslaffsalot48@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T190000 DTSTAMP:20260501T112518 CREATED:20260228T121521Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260228T121521Z UID:3663-1772290800-1772305200@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:The Wandering Page Book Fair DESCRIPTION:A FESTIVAL FOR ALL GENERATIONS\nDon’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to shop with our amazing vendors\, meet local authors and taste some of the best locally distilled bourbons\, vodkas and cocktails.\nATTENDING VENDORS\n• The Wandering Page\n• Pretty Prosecco Pages\n• Legame Jewelry\n• Two Roads Candle Studio\n• Vibin HIgh Creations\n• Bubbles by Desi\n• Boricua Bakes\nATTENDING AUTHORS\n• Chris Finazzo\n• Effie Kammenou\n• Dina Santorelli\n• Virginia Mary\n• KJ Micciche URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/the-wandering-page-book-fair/ LOCATION:Spy Trail distillery\, 159 comac Street\, Ronkonkoma\, NY\, 11779\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.longislandauthors.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Spy-Trail-Calendar-Image-628-px.png ORGANIZER;CN="Effie Kammenou":MAILTO:effie.k.speyer@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T210000 DTSTAMP:20260501T112519 CREATED:20260109T134747Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T134747Z UID:3569-1769713200-1769720400@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Book Launch DESCRIPTION:Let’s Get Medieval!!!\nJoin award-winning Long Island author member\, Catherine Hughes\, for a reading and signing of her second historical fiction novel\, “Therein Lies the Pearl.” Set in the days before the Norman Conquest\, the book traces the story of two women from opposite sides of the English Channel who should be enemies; experience teaches them otherwise. URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/book-launch/ LOCATION:J.A. Heneghans\, 57 Lido Boulevard\, Point Lookout\, 11569\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T120000 DTSTAMP:20260501T112519 CREATED:20260109T134416Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T134503Z UID:3567-1768042800-1768046400@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Story Time DESCRIPTION:Weekly Story Time with Long Island Authors member Karen Nespoli\nJoin Karen for a Groundhog Day Celebration. She will be reading her best selling picture book\, Gertie Saves the Day\, and sharing some Fun Facts about groundhogs. Children will be able to play a game\, make a groundhog craft and take home some activities. URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/story-time-3/ LOCATION:Barnes & Noble — Riverhead\, 1470 Old Country Road\, Riverhead\, 11901\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T120000 DTSTAMP:20260501T112519 CREATED:20251120T134149Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T134149Z UID:3529-1765623600-1765627200@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Story Time DESCRIPTION:Join Long Island Authors member Roseanne Critelli for story time on her children’s books:  The Adventures of Luca and Sonny:  Spirit of Christmas and Sonny Sonny Meatball.   Free bookmarks and coloring book giveaways! URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/story-time-2/ LOCATION:Barnes & Noble — Bridgehampton\, 2044 Montauk Highway\, Bridgehampton\, NY\, 11932\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T120000 DTSTAMP:20260501T112519 CREATED:20251120T134050Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T134050Z UID:3528-1765018800-1765022400@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Story Time DESCRIPTION:Join Long Island Authors member Roseanne Critelli for story time on her children’s books:  The Adventures of Luca and Sonny:  Spirit of Christmas and Sonny Sonny Meatball.   Free bookmarks and coloring book giveaways! \n  URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/story-time/ LOCATION:Barnes & Noble — Riverhead\, 1470 Old Country Road\, Riverhead\, 11901\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T210000 DTSTAMP:20260501T112519 CREATED:20251202T180237Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T180237Z UID:3527-1764950400-1764968400@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Christmas Festival DESCRIPTION:Join Long Island Authors member Renee Green Murphy\, author of Your Heart’s Voice\, at St. Gerard Mejella Church Christmas Festival.   * Unique Holiday Crafts * Specialty Vendors * Photos with Santa & kid’s crafts and games * Raffles * Jewelry * Clothing * And More!    A little bit of Christmas with light meals and snacks\, desserts\, and candy served.    for more information call St. Gerards’s at 631-473-2900 URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/christmas-festival/ LOCATION:St. Gerard Mejella Church\, 300 Terryville Road\, Port Jefferson Stations\, NY\, 11776\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251129T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251129T160000 DTSTAMP:20260501T112519 CREATED:20251120T132730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T132730Z UID:3526-1764424800-1764432000@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:80's Day Book Signing DESCRIPTION:Join Long Island Authors member Michael Thomas Perone to celebrate the return of Stranger Things with ‘80s Day at The Neverending Story bookstore! Featuring ‘80s toy giveaways\, ‘80s music and decorations\, and the author of ‘80s-set YA Michael Thomas Perone! So come on down\, and party like it’s 1989! For more information\, visit www.michaelthomasperone.com. URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/80s-day-book-signing/ LOCATION:The Neverending Story\, 9 West Main Street\, Babylon\, NY\, 11702\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251122T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251122T150000 DTSTAMP:20260501T112519 CREATED:20251120T132022Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T132022Z UID:3525-1763809200-1763823600@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Weekend Mini-Market: Author Visit and Book Signing DESCRIPTION:Join Long Island Author member Joseph L Licari at “A Book Place Boutique” in Riverhead for a book signing event. He will be reading from each of his award-winning picture books Mia’s Mouses and Mia’s Marvelous Farm Adventure. More info @ www.miasmouses.com\, and the events page at www.abookplace.com.  Hope to see you there 😀 URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/weekend-mini-market-author-visit-and-book-signing/ LOCATION:A Book Place & Boutique\, 489 E Main Street\, Riverhead\, NY\, 11901\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T170000 DTSTAMP:20260501T112519 CREATED:20251031T191905Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T191905Z UID:3452-1763218800-1763226000@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:The Healing Powers of the Arts DESCRIPTION:Join Long Island Authors member Cheryl Williams for this wonderful event.   November is children’s grief month\, and we are coming together to empower and support our children. Our Guest speaker for this event will be Mr. Rubin Founder and Executive Director of Camp Good Mourning.\nThere will be inspirational readings from our talented poets\, music and singing\, raffles and giveaways. \nRefreshments will be served.   Save the date. Come join us! URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/the-healing-powers-of-the-arts/ LOCATION:Walt Whitman Birthplace\, 246 Old Walt Whitman Road\, Hunting Station\, NY\, 11746\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251111T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251111T203000 DTSTAMP:20260501T112519 CREATED:20251031T191329Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T191329Z UID:3451-1762882200-1762893000@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Books & Bites: Fire Island Vines DESCRIPTION:We’re back at Fire Island Vines in Bayshore for another exciting evening of Books & Bites with Long Island Authors! \n\n\nBooks & Bites at Fire Island Vines is the ultimate event for book lovers! \nJoin us at Fire Island Vines (FIV) for an evening of meeting our wonderful local Long Island Authors in a fantastic restaurant and winery setting right in the heart of downtown Bayshore. \nFire Island Vines is a wonderful family-owned business with many successful years operating First Glass Wine Tours. They decided to expand their hospitality business to treat everyone who comes to Fire Island Vines as if they were family and to provide a “beyond expectation” experience. Their Tasting & Tap Room will be available at additional cost. \nLong Island Authors Books & Bites Events are becoming the hot place to be to meet local authors from all genres. Don’t miss this night of food and fun. The event is free — register to attend on Eventbrite HERE! \n  URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/books-bites-fire-island-vines/ LOCATION:Fire Island Vines\, 17 East Main Street\, Bay Shore\, NY\, 11706\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Long Island Authors":MAILTO:authors@liauthors.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T193000 DTSTAMP:20260501T112519 CREATED:20250905T151024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T151150Z UID:3349-1762452000-1762457400@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Hometown Histories: Local Author Talk with Library Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join Long Island Authors member and educator Donna Catapano to discuss her debut work: “Franklin & Eleanor: The Parents of the Modern Day Democrat” and how this power couple’s legacy still affects our political arena today. URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/hometown-histories-local-author-talk-with-library-book-club/ LOCATION:Bay Shore/Brightwaters Public Library\, 1 South Country Road\, Brightwaters\, NY\, 11718\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T150000 DTSTAMP:20260501T112519 CREATED:20250905T150648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T150648Z UID:3347-1761483600-1761490800@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:A healing Journey (Poetry Power) DESCRIPTION:Come experience the powers of mental healing through love\, hope and poetry. Join us as we support and honor breast cancer survivors and remember those who fought the good fight and left a legacy. \nMeet our guest speakers and talented poets including Long Island Authors member Cheryl Williams author of A Collection of Poems:  A Journey Through Life and other great books. \nThere will be giveaways\, raffles and refreshments will be served. \nSpace is limited. \nRSVP by September 30th to reserve yours. URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/a-healing-journey-poetry-power/ LOCATION:The Inn at Fox Hollow\, 7755 Jericho Turnpike\, Woodbury\, NY\, 11797\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T170000 DTSTAMP:20260501T112519 CREATED:20251013T185232Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T190035Z UID:3411-1760878800-1760893200@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Books & Bites: Country Pointe (Private Event) DESCRIPTION:Long Island Authors will be joining the residents of Country Pointe: Plainview for a private Books & Bites event.    Over 40 authors will be in attendance at this beautiful community.   We look forward to helping their community discover the wealth of talent available for their reading pleasure at Long Island Authors.com URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/books-bites-country-pointe-private-event/ LOCATION:Country Pointe: Plainview\, 1427 Old Country Road\, Plainview\, NY\, 11803\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T043000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T173000 DTSTAMP:20260501T112519 CREATED:20250905T145546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T150153Z UID:3345-1759897800-1759944600@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Teaching the Roosevelts: Using Nonfiction to Spark Big Ideas in History Classrooms DESCRIPTION:In this workshop\, author\, history educator  Molloy alumna\, and Long Island Authors member Donna Catapano shares how her book\, “Franklin & Eleanor: The Parents of the Modern Day Democrat\,” can be used as a classroom tool to explore the evolving world of politics and the social and economic legacy of the Roosevelts. \nParticipants will engage with open-ended unit questions\, historical thinking prompts\, and activity ideas that connect the book’s themes to broader topics in history. Learn how nonfiction texts can foster critical inquiry and make history more engaging for today’s students.   \n  URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/teaching-the-roosevelts-using-nonfiction-to-spark-big-ideas-in-history-classrooms/ LOCATION:Molloy University\, 1000 Hempstead Avenue\, Hempstead\, NY\, 11570\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T160000 DTSTAMP:20260501T112519 CREATED:20250905T142144Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T160133Z UID:3343-1759053600-1759075200@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Hallockville Farm Country Fair DESCRIPTION:Join Long Island Authors founding member Effie Kammenou author of Evanthia’s Gift\,  Chasing Petalouthes\, Waiting for Aegina\, Love by Design\, Love is Worth Fighting for\,  Love is What You Bake of it  as she talks about and sells her books at this fun-filled country fair!  Historial tours\, live music\, activities for children\, vendors and more! URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/hallockville-farm-country-fair/ LOCATION:Hallockville Farm\, 6038 Sound Avenue\, Riverhead\, United States\, 11901 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T180000 DTSTAMP:20260501T112519 CREATED:20250728T190716Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T190716Z UID:3249-1758448800-1758477600@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Brooklyn Book Festival DESCRIPTION:Join Long Island Author member Meena RD author of Path to Rebirth:  Fight.  Survive. Repeat.  at the Brooklyn Book Festival!  It’s the 20th Anniversary of this Festival and there will more than two hundred local\, international\, debut and iconic authors are presented in panel discussions and book-signings on their outdoor stages and with partner venues.  URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/brooklyn-book-festival/ LOCATION:Brooklyn Borough Hall and Plaza\, 209 Joralemon Street\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11201\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T200000 DTSTAMP:20260501T112519 CREATED:20250905T160033Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T160033Z UID:3351-1758393000-1758398400@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Greek Elder Care Book Club -- Live interview and book signing DESCRIPTION:Join Long Island Authors founding member Effie Kammenou for the Hellenic-American Project Oral History LIVE interview at our book signing event documenting a live conversation between the author and Dr. Nicholas Alexiou\, Professor of Sociology at Queens College.      6:30 book signing.      7:00 interview. ALL ARE WELCOME. \nTICKETS ARE FREE. For more information call/text 929-289-6222 URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/greek-elder-care-book-club-live-interview-and-book-signing/ LOCATION:Thespis Theater\, 25-02 Newton Avenue\, Long Island City\, NY\, 11102\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T160000 DTSTAMP:20260501T112519 CREATED:20250814T153634Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T175153Z UID:3312-1757775600-1757779200@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Meet the Voices behind the Audiobook DESCRIPTION:Long Island Authors member Cheryl Williams will be introducing her Audiobook  A Lesson A Day: A Child’s Way.   The book teaches children valuable lessons in kindness\, patience\, and appreciation of self amongst other things.  There will be giveaways\, free raffles\, and one lucky child will win a copy of the book!  URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/meet-the-voice-behind-the-audiobook/ LOCATION:North Babylon Public Library\, 815 Deer Park Road\, North Babylon\, NY\, 11703\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250830T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250830T140000 DTSTAMP:20260501T112519 CREATED:20250814T154005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T154005Z UID:3313-1756555200-1756562400@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Author Reading & Craft Activity DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special afternoon as Long Island Authors children’s book author member Christina Testut reads her inspiring children’s book Embrace Your Features that celebrates self-love\, inner beauty\, and embracing what makes us all unique. \nEvent Highlights:\n*Author reading\n*Create your own affirmation mirror craft.\n*Book signing: Books will be available for purchase \nPerfect for children and families! \nCome be inspired\, get creative\, and leave with a reminder that you are enough\, just as you are. URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/author-reading-craft-activity/ LOCATION:The Rams Head Inn\, 108 S. Ram Island Drive\, Shelter Island Heights\, NY\, 11965\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250815T050000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250815T190000 DTSTAMP:20260501T112519 CREATED:20250814T153220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T153220Z UID:3311-1755234000-1755284400@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Fireside Chat DESCRIPTION:Join Long Island Authors member Irvina Lew to chat about her new book: Forays in France: A Flavorful Memoir.   She will be sharing great stories and personal anecdotes about her many travels to France and French food. She’ll answer questions\, sell and sign books at this iconic Shelter Island resort.   A touch of France for Long Islanders! URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/fireside-chat/ LOCATION:The Rams Head Inn\, 108 S. Ram Island Drive\, Shelter Island Heights\, NY\, 11965\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250809T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250809T130000 DTSTAMP:20260501T112519 CREATED:20250728T185709Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T185806Z UID:3248-1754737200-1754744400@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Meet Firefighter Charlie DESCRIPTION:Join Long Island Author member Vincent E. Timmons as he hosts a meet up with Firefighter Charlie and read along with his fire safety tips from his books Firefighter Charlie and A Firefighters Christmas. URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/meet-firefighter-charlie/ LOCATION:Barnes & Noble — Huntington\, 301 Walt Whitman Road\, Huntington\, NY\, 11746\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250725T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250725T180000 DTSTAMP:20260501T112519 CREATED:20250728T190904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T190904Z UID:3239-1753462800-1753466400@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Shelter Island Story Time and Workshop DESCRIPTION:Join Long Island Authors member Joseph L. Licari at this special children’s event.  Enjoy an exciting reading and interactive workshop featuring the author of Mia’s Mouses and Mia’s Marvelous Farm Adventure\, complete with puzzles and worksheets. His books will be for sale\, and he will be available for book signings and photos immediately following. Perfect for kids 5-10 — bring the family for a day on Shelter Island! \nReserve your spot today!  Call (631) 749-0811 URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/shelter-island-story-time-and-workshop/ LOCATION:The Rams Head Inn\, 108 S. Ram Island Drive\, Shelter Island Heights\, NY\, 11965\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T203000 DTSTAMP:20260501T112519 CREATED:20250711T192551Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T192551Z UID:3230-1753378200-1753389000@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Books & Bites: Long Island Authors Event at Fire Island Vines DESCRIPTION:Books & Bites at Fire Island Vines is the ultimate event for book lovers! \nJoin us at Fire Island Vines (FIV)  for an evening of meeting our wonderful local Long Island Authors in a fantastic restaurant and winery setting right in the heart of downtown Bayshore.       \nFire Island Vines is a wonderful family-owned business with many successful years operating First Glass Wine Tours.   They decided to expand their hospitality business to treat everyone who comes to Fire Island Vines as if they were family and to provide a “beyond expectation” experience. Their Tasting & Tap Room will be available at additional cost. \nLong Island Authors Books & Bites Events are becoming the hot place to be to meet local authors from all genres.   Don’t miss this night of food and fun. The event is free — register to attend on Eventbrite HERE. URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/books-bites-long-island-authors-event-at-fire-island-vines/ LOCATION:Fire Island Vines\, 17 East Main Street\, Bay Shore\, NY\, 11706\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Long Island Authors":MAILTO:authors@liauthors.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T150000 DTSTAMP:20260501T112519 CREATED:20250709T201547Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T201547Z UID:3227-1753185600-1753196400@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Children's Book Author Expo DESCRIPTION:Join Long Island Authors member Christina Testut\, author of Embrace Your Features\, along with many other Children’s Book Authors for the 2nd Annual Children’s Book Author July Expo! It’s FREE Admission. There will be author readings\, free face painting\, raffles and more. Hope to see you there! URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/childrens-book-author-expo-2/ LOCATION:American Legion Post 1066\, 66 Veterans Blvd.\, Massapequa\, NY\, 11758\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T170000 DTSTAMP:20260501T112519 CREATED:20250709T202548Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T202548Z UID:3228-1752926400-1752944400@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:The Write Women Book Fest 2025 DESCRIPTION:Join Long Island Authors member Renee RD at this exciting festival.   She will be attending as a virtual author. \nDay 1: Author Signing for Readers and Book Lovers (12-5pm)    \nDay 2: Author Panels and Writing Workshops (2-4pm) \n\nOver 100 authors of a variety of genres tabling\, signing\, selling their books.  \nLive Poetry all day.\nChildren’s Room with YA and Children’s Authors!\nRaffles\, giveaways\, and swag.\nMeet Narrators and BookTubers!\nLive poetry\, story times\, publishers!\nBuy books right from the authors & get them signed!\n\nTo purchase tickets or more info. go to:\nwww.thewritewomenbookfest.org URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/the-write-women-book-fest-2025/ LOCATION:Comfort Inn Conference Center\, 4500 Crain Highway\, Bowie\, MD\, 20716\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250629T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250629T143000 DTSTAMP:20260501T112519 CREATED:20250529T150721Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T185753Z UID:3182-1751200200-1751207400@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:A Celebration of Words -- Book Launch Event DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate a 3-year sonnet love affair with Long Island Authors member Blupoetres\, as she launches her latest book\, Call Her Woman and Bend the Knee: A Heroic Crown of Sonnets. \n*Please Pre-Order the book and bring it with you (limited books will be sold on site) \n*Register in advance and secure your ticket: https://buy.stripe.com/4gMaEZ0td4mJbGIgH7fw401 URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/book-launch-event/ LOCATION:Walt Whitman Birthplace\, 246 Old Walt Whitman Road\, Hunting Station\, NY\, 11746\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T140000 DTSTAMP:20260501T112519 CREATED:20250521T124107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T124137Z UID:3161-1749290400-1749304800@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:EMPOWERHER! DESCRIPTION:Join Long Island Author member\, Christina Testut\, for an inspiring day connecting with incredible women across Long Island and discovering ways to empower yourself and uplift others. \nGirl Scouts\, friends\, and family will experience amazing activities\, such as speaking with women about their careers\, seeing dynamic performers\, exploring a marketplace of women-owned businesses\, meditating with a yoga session\, and more. Bring your lunch or purchase food from our trucks/carts/vendors. \nChristina Testut is honored to have a vendor table for her award winning children’s book\, Embrace Your Features. Come stop by and learn more about her book and its message. Hope to see you there! Open to the public. \nAll are welcome!\nPurchase your ticket here- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/empowerher-tickets-1302218082339 URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/empowerher/ LOCATION:Camp Edey\, 1500 Lakeview Avenue\, Bayport\, NY\, 11705\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T130000 DTSTAMP:20260501T112519 CREATED:20250521T123723Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T123723Z UID:3159-1749207600-1749214800@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Meet & Greet Book Signing and Read Aloud DESCRIPTION:Join Long Island Authors member Renée Greene-Murphy\, author of Your Heart’s Voice. \nCome say hello\, grab a signed copy\, and discover the heart behind this inspiring children’s book that helps young readers listen to their intuition and build emotional awareness. \nPerfect for parents\, educators\, and little book lovers! \nWe can’t wait to meet you! URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/meet-greet-book-signing-and-read-aloud/ LOCATION:Barnes & Noble — Huntington\, 301 Walt Whitman Road\, Huntington\, NY\, 11746\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T160000 DTSTAMP:20260501T112519 CREATED:20250529T172046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T172046Z UID:3181-1748768400-1748793600@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Smithtown Day Festival DESCRIPTION:Long Island Authors will be enjoying a wonderful Sunday outdoors with a booth at the Smithtown Day Festival!   Food\, vendors\, pet friendly and fun for all ages.   Stop by and say “The Plot Thickens” and receive a special gift for stopping by!  (While supplies last.)  Great day with the family — something for everyone 🙂 URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/smithtown-day-festival/ LOCATION:Smithtown Day Festival\, Main Street\, Smithtown\, NY\, 11787\, United States END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR