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The Wickedest Man in Bayport

May19

In the late 19th century, New York City businessman Theodore ‘The’ Allen established his summer estate on South Fairview Avenue in our lovely hamlet of Bayport. ‘The’ eluded the law for decades, survived murder attempts, ran for political office, and acquired quite a fortune during his life. Join BBPHA’s Frank Giebfried as we explore one of the more notorious members of our town

Where

Bayport Blue Point Public Library

186 Middle Road

Blue Point, NY

Price

free

Introduction to Live-brary

May20

Librarian Jerry will demonstrate how to download audiobooks and e-books to read or listen to on your smart device, bring your own devices, register

Where

Bayport-Blue Point Public Library

186 Middle Rd.

Blue Point, NY

Phone

631-363-6133

Price

free

Puzzle Exchange Club

May21

Trade your jigsaw puzzles with other puzzle enthusiasts

Where

Bayport-Blue Point Public Library

186 Middle Rd.

Blue Point, NY

Phone

631-363-6133

Price

free

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