Great Local Long Island Deals always at least 50% off!

(RONKONKOMA, NY) Monday October 3:  Spooters Spot On Deals, the new local deal site for Long Island is proud to announce a partnership with the radio stations of JVC Broadcasting which makes Spooters the Official Local Deal Site for all four JVC properties.

JVC Broadcasting now will offer these great deals to their wide audience through their individual stations websites and social media platforms.  For business owners, this offers a unique opportunity to present their business to new customers!  The stations are excited to team up with Spooters Spot On Deals!

The stations promote the offer to listeners and friends to expose the offer to a vast audience. The site sells pre-paid vouchers, and collects payment in advance.  It’s a no-brainer marketing activity and free to try. In addition to the radio promotion, it’s a great way to attract new customers, generate buzz, and leverage social networking like Facebook and Twitter. Once an offer is distributed among targeted advertising networks, listeners and customers share the deal by sending it to their friends, and so on…When they “buy” they receive a voucher good at the participating business. There is no cost to the business other than the agreement to honor the discount. Since customers purchase vouchers, Spooters charges customers upfront and can pay businesses in advance!

Charlie Lombardo, VP of Programming for JVC Broadcasting says “Long Island businesses can now boost revenue, attract new customers, and build a huge fan base – all with JVC Broadcasting and Spooters!”

About JVC Broadcasting:

JVC Broadcasting is Long Island’s largest, independently owned and locally operated radio broadcast company.  Run by Long Islanders for Long Islanders, JVC’s commitment is to bring fun, exciting, local radio back to its listeners. JVC stations serve the entire island and costal Connecticut and include – flagship station Dance, Rhythmic WPTY-FM PARTY Radio on 105.3 (Suffolk County), Long Island’s only Spanish FM station, La Fiesta on 98.5 FM, heritage classic rock station 103.9 WRCN and the Island’s newest radio station, and the only Country FM station in the tri-state area, WJVC-FM “My Country” 96.1 FM.  www.jvcbroadcasting.com

About Spooters:

These days everyone is looking to save money, Spooters will always offer at least 50% off the best restaurants, spas, retailers and events and experiences.  Long Islanders will have opportunity to save even more when they sign up by referring their friends and family to some of the great deals offered.  Each referral will reward Spooters members “Spoot Bucks” which they can use anytime to save even more on great Long Island deals!

Spooters is a Long Island service designed to boost local business quickly, easily, and with practically no risk. The service is simple. Businesses create the details of a compelling offer interesting enough to attract new customers and encourage viral sharing among friends.

www.spooters.com

Dine Huntington Returns

Huntington Restaurant Week set for October 9-16

The dates have been set for the restaurant event of the year in the dining capital of Long Island.

Dine Huntington Restaurant Week, sponsored by Long Islander Newspapers and Huntington Township Chamber of Commerce, will be held October 9-16, 2011, showcasing restaurants from throughout the dining capital of Long Island – Huntington.

For eight days, Sunday through Sunday, October 9-16, participating restaurants throughout the Town of Huntington will treat customers to a 3-course dining experience for $24.95 per person plus tax and tip (Saturday until 7 p.m. only).

Dine Huntington Restaurant Week is a collaborative venture of Long Islander Newspapers the Huntington Township Chamber of Commerce that promotes and celebrates a vital sector of Huntington’s economy – restaurants.

Now in its third year, Dine Huntington Restaurant Week attracts diners to Huntington Township restaurants from all over Long Island

“We have seen Dine Huntington grow from an idea to an eagerly awaited annual event,” said Michael Schenkler, publisher of Long Islander Newspapers and Dine Huntington Restaurant Week organizer. “Thousands of Foodies watch for updates on the DineHuntington Facebook page and as Restaurant Week approaches, regularly check out the menus which are posted on the website, DineHuntington.com.”

While the aim of Dine Huntington Restaurant Week is to introduce new customers to area restaurants, the thousands of visitors it brings to town are beneficial to the local economy as a whole. Dine Huntington Restaurant Week last year brought thousands of diners to area restaurants, resulting in 40,000 meals served and an estimated $1.5 million in direct sales.

“The impact of Dine Huntington Restaurant Week is immense,” said Huntington Township Chamber of Commerce Chairman Bob Bontempi. “The restaurant industry plays a huge part in our local economy. More importantly, it has a ripple effect that benefits other businesses as restaurant patrons visit nearby shops and stroll the downtown areas.”

Patrons will be able to line up their Dine Huntington Restaurant Week excursions by logging on to www.DineHuntington.com where menus from participating restaurants will be posted.

Restaurants interested in participating in Dine Huntington Restaurant Week may call 631-427-7000 for further information. In addition, a limited number of sponsorships are available.

DINE HUNTINGTON RESTAURANT WEEK

c/o LONG ISLANDER NEWSPAPERS   149 MAIN STREET, HUNTINGTON NY 11743   631-427-7000

Participating Restaurants (as of September 21, 2011)

Albert’s Mandarin Gourmet, Huntington

Amicale Dining Experience, Huntington Station

Andrea’s 25 Ristorante Italiano, Commack

Besito , Huntington

Bin 56, Huntington

Bistro 44, Northport

Bistro Cassis, Huntington

Black & Blue, Huntington

Bonwit Inn, Commack

Café Beunos Aires, Huntington

Canterbury Ales, Huntington

Christopher’s, Huntington

Ciao Baby, Commack

Crew, Huntington

Dao Fusion Restaurant, Huntington

Fado, Huntington

Grasso’s, Cold Spring Harbor

Guido’s Italian Restaurant, Huntington

Harbor Mist, Cold Spring Harbor

Hermann’s Barolo, Melville

Hikudo, Huntington

Honu Kitchen & Cocktails, Huntington

Huntington Social-Supper & Spirits, Huntington

Jellyfish, Centerport

Jonathan’s Ristorante, Huntington

Kashi Sushi Lounge, Huntington

Kura Barn, Huntington

La Spada Cucina Italiana, Huntington

La Villini Family Style Restaurant, East Northport

Legal Seafood, Huntington Station

Mac’s Steakhouse, Huntington

Mannino’s Restaurant, Commack

Martoni’s Ristorante Italiano, Huntington

Mascali Restaurant, East Northport

Meehan’s of Huntington, Huntington

Neraki, Huntington

Nisen Sushi, Commack

Old Fields Restaurant, Greenlawn

Osteria Da Nino, Huntington

Perfecto Mundo, Commack

Piccola Bussola Ristorante, Huntington

Pomodorino Ristorante Italiano, Huntington

Porto Vivo, Huntington

Prime: An American Kitchen, Huntington

Primo Piatto, Huntington

Ravagh , Huntington

Red Restaurant, Huntington

Rookies Sports Club, Huntington

Ruvo Restaurant & Bar, Greenlawn

Spice Village Grill, Huntington

The Clubhouse, Huntington

The Crossroads Café, East Northport

Tutto Pazzo, Huntington

Vitae Restaurant & Wine Bar, Huntington

34 New Street, Huntington

516 American Kitchen & Bar, Syosset

The Heartbeat of Huntington Comes Alive

The Paramount Prepares to Open Its Doors

[Huntington, NY] – After much anticipation and curiosity The Paramount is ready to open its doors, bringing live music back to the town of Huntington for the first time since 2009. Located at 370 New York Ave, the theatre has undergone massive renovations, infusing it with new, unique energy. Walk down New York Avenue and you will hear the heartbeat of The Paramount which intensifies every day as opening night approaches.

This new, cutting-edge concert space invites guests to enjoy superior treatment. The 1500-capacity venue will feature a general admission floor accompanied by reserved seating in the mezzanine and VIP sections. For those who want the “live music but with an extra touch of class,” membership is available to become a Founder’s Room VIP. A private concierge, VIP seating, and entrance to the Founder’s Room, a “hidden member’s only club,” are just some of the perks paid members will receive.

All-star performances are already lined up, the first being Elvis Costello & The Imposters who will help celebrate the grand opening weekend on September 30. The theatre will also house performances from artists such as The B-52s, Jack’s Mannequin, NOFX, and more, with dates reaching into early November. Tickets will be available, starting August 5 at 10am, at www.paramountny.com, www.ticketmaster.com, to charge by phone 800.745.3000 and select Ticketmaster outlets.

With both the architecture and the vibe of the venue dedicated to quality sound, hospitality, and experience, The Paramount is sure to be a hotspot for all of Long Island, and especially for Huntington. “When the Town began searching for a promoter to bring live performances back to Huntington Village, we envisioned just the type of facility the Paramount is about to become: a venue capable of attracting a wide variety of ages and entertainment tastes that will cement Huntington’s reputation as Long Island’s cultural capital,” said Huntington Supervisor Frank P. Petrone. “All of our village merchants should benefit from the Paramount’s presence, as concertgoers dine in our restaurants, shop in our stores and return time and time again to enjoy all that Huntington has to offer.”

Those involved in the project, as well as many townspeople, anticipate the success of the theatre. Councilwoman Susan Berland, an avid supporter of the arts who was instrumental in bringing The Paramount to town, is looking forward to the performance boom. “The Paramount is bringing talent to Huntington that previously only New York City and large venue concertgoers could enjoy. Having seen The Paramount and its extra touches, I have no doubt that once they’ve performed there, artists will want to return, and so will the concertgoers.”

September 30                   Elvis Costello & The Imposters                       On Sale August 5 at 10am

October 4                     The B-52s                                            On Sale August 5 at 10am

October 6                           Pat Benatar / Neil Giraldo                    On Sale August 5 at 10am

October 8                     Blue Oyster Cult                                  On Sale August 5 at 10am

October 12                        Jack’s Mannequin                                On Sale August 5 at 10am

October 22                   Weird Al Yankovic                              On Sale August 5 at 10am

October 23                         NOFX                                                  On Sale August 5 at 10am

October 29                    Amos Lee                                                 On Sale August 12 at 10am

November 5                      The Pixies                                            On Sale Now

Tickets are available through www.paramountny.com, www.ticketmaster.com, charge by phone 800.745.3000 and select Ticketmaster Outlets.

Connect With The Paramount: Facebook.com/TheParamountNY  &  Twitter: @paramountny

Chrissy on Tour- Off Key Tikki in Patchogue

THE OFF KEY TIKKI IN PATCHOGUE – MILES FROM ORDINARY, YET ONLY MINUTES FROM HOME

by Joe Gerani

Perhaps you’ve never thought of the Patchogue River as a vacation destination, but once you pay a visit to the Off Key Tikki, you’ll return home and no doubt feel like it’s the last day of vacation and all you want to do is go back.

The Off Key Tikki is waterfront dining at its best.  Just off River Avenue in Patchogue at the West Bank Marina along the Patchogue River, they’re open seven days a week for lunch, dinner and an amazing Sunday Brunch on the Beach.  Exotic specialty drinks, tropical cuisine, live music, entertainment, and dancing in the white sand deliver you to a resort – for a lot less money!

We’ve visited the Off Key Tikki several times and it’s always been a blast.  Recently we went on a Wednesday – it was Lobster night.  For only $15 we enjoyed a huge mouth watering lobster – plus delicious $5.00 Margarita’s.  Oh, and there was live music from 5 till 9pm.  On a Wednesday no less!  Yes it was truly like being on vacation.  There are specials and features every day of the week – but for great tropical entrees, Chef Dave always has delectable fare to offer.

The Luau-style twin lobster tails and Grilled Volcano Pork featuring spicy “volcano” sauce are highly recommended.  You’ll also want to try the Grilled Bermuda Chicken, made with caramelized Bermuda onions, roasted red peppers, then smothered in Mango Black Bean Salsa over Tikki rice and greens and served alongside the chef’s veggies.   Hungry?  The Marinated “Wahoo” Steak, Mango Mahi Mahi will fill you up – and if you’re a shrimp lover, get set for the biggest tower of grilled shrimp you’ve ever seen and order their Ridiculous Grilled Shrimp.  Ridiculous in a very good way!

The Off Key Tikki is a place where the big kids come out to play – and like we said there’s always something happening – here’s what you’ll find…

Mondays are “Dinner and a Show” – starting at 6pm, only $29.95 per person gets you a prix fixe dinner and live entertainment from comedy to dueling pianos – check their website for what’s happing this week!

Tuesdays are also ridiculous with their Ridiculous Clam Bake!  Only $15 a person – plus its live Blues on the Beach sponsored by our friends at Blue Point Brewery.

Wednesdays as we mentioned are Lobster Night!  In addition to the money you’ll be saving on dinner and Margarita’s – you’ll also be entertained by the best local bands performing live!

Thursdays are “Generations Ladies Nights” Everyone enjoys the best live 70’s and 80’s music performed by the Island’s top party bands.  Ladies enjoy free admission all night, half priced drinks from 5 till 9pm and free drinks from 9 till midnight.

Fridays and Saturdays are legendary at the Off Key Tikki – as they rock all night with the Island’s top bands. It’s also Happy Hour each day from 4 till 6pm and a free buffet for everyone starting at 6pm.

Sundays start out with their Brunch on the Beach from 11am till 3pm and all afternoon it’s a Tikki Beach Party…pull up a beach chair and enjoy live music all day long!

The Off Key Tikki is also the perfect place for a private party – from 20 to 200 – they offer everything you need to make it an experience for your guests they’ll never forget!  Simple Tikki-Que barbeque packages to the Big Kahuna – a party befitting the Gods, no matter what your party needs it’s certain to be a party in paradise.  Add a Pig Roast, Fire Dancers, Live DJ and Sushi Bar and more to transport all of your guests to the tropics without leaving Long Island.

This past weekend we had our daughter’s college graduation party at the Off Key.  It was great fun for everyone – and, since Amanda is so very popular and diverse, our many guests ranged in age from 3 to 81.  All were well fed, entertained and had a wonderful time.  As an added touch, every guest receives a party lei and frozen specialty cocktail to get them into the holiday on the beach mood!

The Off Key Tikki is miles from ordinary, but minutes from home!

Now here’s your chance to experience the local island paradise for yourself…from August 10-14th, get a $50.00 voucher for only $25.00 at Spooters! Enjoy their true resort atmosphere and waterfront dining along the beautiful Patchogue River!

For more information visit www.offkeytikki.com

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BnAEmlej9Ps

SPOT ON LI PROUDLY ANNOUNCES THE LAUNCH OF THEIR NEW LOCAL DEAL SITE – SPOOTERS!

 Great Local Long Island Deals always at least 50% off!

 (Coram, NY) Monday August 3, 2011 – SpotOnLI.com, Long Island’s online entertainment, celebrity and restaurant magazine presents SPOOTERS SPOT ON DEALS! A new local deal site for Long Islanders!  Spooters will always offer at least 50% off the best restaurants, spas, retailers and events and experiences.

These days everyone is looking to save money, and Spooters is looking to help.  Long Islanders will have opportunity to save even more when they sign up by referring their friends and family to some of the great deals offered.  Each referral will reward Spooters members “Spoot Bucks” which they can use anytime to save even more on great Long Island deals!

Group buying is the hottest and fasted growing trend in e-commerce history.  Not only does the consumer save money, local business also reaps the benefit of new customers.  A recent Rice University study shows that over 77% of consumers who purchase a local deal voucher have not previously visited the retailers store or website.

Christine Gerani, publisher of Spot On LI adds “Spooters will be different in that we can offer complete personal service and more in-depth presentations of our local deal merchants to Spot On LI readers and Spooters subscribers.”

Many of the great establishments featured through Spot On LI articles will be participating in deep discount offers including local businesses such as Pure Envy Aesthetics in Blue Point and the Off Key Tikki in Patchogue!  It’s easy for everyone to take part in these Spot On deals by simply signing up at www.spooters.com.

 About Spot On LI:

Known for its celebrity interviews, local Long Island artists and musicians support and restaurant features, Spot On LI has become the go-to online magazine for Long Islanders interested in events, food and local music!

Chrissy On Tour-Pure Envy Aesthetics in Blue Point

by Christine Gerani

The first stop on our itinerary is Pure Envy Aesthetics in Blue Point. I’ve been a customer of Pure Envy for over seven years.  I’ve followed Christine (Curley) Morales since she her days at The Spa at Bellport.  She then went to work at Stony Brook Plastic Surgeons and I would travel there just to get my eyebrows waxed.  You’re probably thinking ‘why doesn’t she just go get her eyebrows done at a local mani-pedi shop?’  The answer to that is very simple…I barely had eyebrows.  They were so misshapen and non-existent that by the time I was done going to the mani-pedi shops, I might as well have drawn a line over my eyes.  Christine fixed all that. She is an eyebrow specialist.  After a few months of seeing her I remember I turned around and said “Thank you, I have eyebrows!”

Christine is a New York State Licensed Aesthetician with over 15 years of experience and an active member of the Associated Skin Care Professionals.  After she left Stony Brook she opened up Pure Envy in Blue Point.  At this point my skin was not looking good.  For me, after 2 years of fertility treatments and turning 40 looming over my head, I took the plunge and decided to get a facial. Now, I don’t just get a facial for some ‘me time’ (although that’s an added bonus) I get it for my health.  The fertility treatments caused hideous open pores around my nose and forehead area, the hormones made my face break out.  Not only is Christine a great expert on treatments but was a great friend to talk to about my fertility issues.  She introduced new products with incredible results and gave me great tips along the way.  Although I am not on any treatments now I still get my facial and eyebrow contouring every 4-6 weeks. To me getting a facial is like getting a pedicure.  Your feet need to look good, but don’t forget the first thing people see is your face.

Pure Envy Aesthetics in Blue Point is located right off Nicolls Road (CR 97) on Montauk Highway in a beautiful rustic wood building called The Enchanting Cottage next to Perspective Counseling.  It’s surrounded by beautiful plush landscaping that gives you the feeling you’re at an up-state nature preserve.  Along with Christine, Marie Schneider will make you feel comfortable and relaxed while you receive the best facial right here in Blue Point.  Their prices fit the needs for all budgets and you will leave feeling great!

Want to get a facial at Pure Envy?  Buy a voucher for a 1 Hour Deep Pore Facial ($65 value) which includes foot, shoulder and a neck massage for only $25.00. You can save $40.00! But act fast because it’s only available from August 3^rd till August 7^th and only on Spooters Spot-on Deals…Don’t miss it!

For more information on Pure Envy visit http://www.pureenvy.skincaretherapy.net/home or call 631-225-0095

Join my Tour

Want to add your Long Island business to my tour and be part of Spooters.com? There’s no cost to you! E-mail me at Christine@Spooters.com today and find out how you can participate!

Photographed on top: Christine (Curley) Morales and Marie Schneider

Photographed with Mask: Christine Gerani

Harlan Friedman’s  Tri-State Sound Music Festival

Don’t Miss Harlan Friedman’s Tri-State Sound Music Festival Saturday July 30th at the Maguire Theater- SUNY College at Old Westbury with Interscope Recording Artist Matthew Koma featured on Lil Playy’s hit “Birthday Dress” and American Idol Contestant Jerome Bell.

Check out Long Island’s Matthew Koma with Lil Playy and their super hot video, “Birthday Dress”

Birthday Dress

LONG ISLAND SINGER/SONGWRITER FREDDY MONDAY
CELEBRATES THE RELEASE OF HIS LATEST ALBUM
‘EVERYTHING ANYHOW’ AT N.Y.’S THE FISHERY JULY 26

After a stream of success with song placements in film and television, N.Y. based singer/songwriter Freddy Monday will celebrate the release of his latest album Everything Anyhow with a special album release show at popular hotspot The Fishery on July 26. For the intimate 7 p.m. show, Monday will be joined onstage by a 7-piece band featuring members of Sorethumb, including Rick “Noodles” Horvath, John Snow, Johnny Dolenz, Rick James Brown, Darro “Sparkie” Sandler and Rob Cutts.

Although his full-length 12-track album is mostly self-produced, Monday also worked with Grammy award-winning producer and engineer Steven Rinkoff (Jim Steinman, Celine Dion, Meat Loaf) and multi-platinum engineer Paul Umbach (Jive Records, Matt White). The LP’s first single, “Please,” is a country-flavored pop song co-written with Snow.

As true to the title of his new album, Monday has accomplished quite a bit in his career—touring the East Coast, performing at the Nassau Coliseum and licensing many of his songs for film and television. Songs from his debut album Words in Pencil have been heard on Lifetime’s “Side Order of Life,” CBS’ “The Young and The Restless” and “Moonlight,” TNT’s “Dark Blue,” and “Burn Notice” on USA.

Monday also co-wrote the title track to the Sunset Pictures Film “Born To Ride,” due July 24, with Vincent Alfieri from Deetown Entertainment. Alfieri and Deetown have been huge in the film soundtrack world, with songs penned for blockbusters like the “Transformers” movies, “Alvin and the Chipmunks” and “Iron Man.”

For more information, please visit www.freddymonday.com.

Join Freddy Monday July 26th at The Fishery in East Rockaway at 7pm!

The Fishery
1 Main Street
East Rockaway, NY 11518
(516) 256-7117
7 p.m.

Watch Freddy Monday’s Video for his single  “Please”

The Second Annual NOFO Rock and Folk Fest

Saturday and Sunday July 30^th and 31st it’s the Second Annual NOFO Rock and Folk Fest – held 11am till 7pm on the beautiful North Fork of Long Island – at the Peconic Bay Winery – Main Road in Cutchogue! NOFO Rock & Folk Fest features both Internationally known artists that have shaped modern culture and independent musicians who are blazing new paths toward Rock ‘n Roll history.

The NOFO Rock and Folk Festival presents another great lineup for 2011 – on Saturday its Elvin Bishop, from the Lovin’ Spoonful, its legendary Woodstock performer John Sebastian, Commander Cody, Lance Lopez, Nancy Atlas, Miles To Dayton and Sunrise Skyline!!

On Sunday July 31^st – don’t miss Classic Rock legends Foghat, performing all of their biggest hits including “Slow Ride” and “Fool For the City”!  NOFO’s Sunday lineup also includes Corky Laing and The Memory Thieves. Direct from the Violent Femmes its Gordon Gano and The Ryans. Also appearing is John Eddie, The Jon Divello band, The Lone Sharks and Brian Ritchie!

Both days NOFO features a farmers market, festival vendors and other great festival activities.  There’s plenty of refreshing Blue Point Beer and Nautique Wine and great food all weekend.  Make plans now to spend two great days at one of the most beautiful wineries on Long Island’s North Fork.  Gates open at 10am both days! Get tickets online at:  http://www.noforockandfolkfest.com

The NOFO Rock and Folk Festival helps to provide funding for youth music through the East End Arts Council.

Peconic Bay Winery is located at 31320 Main Road in Cutchogue, NY 11935.

Visit NOFO Rock and Folk Fests facebook page at www.facebook.com/noforockandfolkfest

Photographed is Nancy Atlas

Shontelle Performs at Tanger Outlets at the Arches Sounds of Summer Concert Series

New York’s premiere family shopping destination

On July 16^th R&B songstress Shontelle, fresh off her Jason Derulo world tour, will electrify the crowd with her siren style and soulful spirit

Every Saturday head to Tanger Outlets at the Arches in Deer Park, Long Island for free concerts, hot fashion finds and cool savings.

Where: Tanger Outlets at The Arches

152 The Arches Circle, Deer Park, NY

(631) 667-0600

When: Every Saturday This Summer from 6:00pm-8:00pm

COST: FREE!

DIRECTIONS: Tanger is located only 40 minutes from the Manhattan area. By car: Exit 52 South off the L.I.E. to Commack Road. By train: L.I.R.R. to the Deer Park NY stop. Free shuttle bus from the L.I.R.R. Station. Tanger Outlets at the Arches is located at 152 The Arches Circle, Deer Park, NY 11729.

ABOUT: Conveniently located in the center of Long Island, The Arches in Deer Park is a shopping and entertainment destination in your own backyard. The 800,000 square foot, European inspired complex features restaurants, a sports club, a movie cinema, a local farmer’s market and much more. Bring the whole family to stroll the center, dine and save up to 70 percent off retail prices at over 85 brand name outlets every day. http://www.tangeroutlet.com/deerpark.