Suffolk Theatre to Be Restored

Saw this grand old movie theatre on a recent drive through Riverhead, on the North Fork of Long Island.

The Suffolk Theatre was built by R. Thomas Short and opened on December 30, 1933 and closed in 1987. For a time, it was threatened with destruction. But in 1994, the town of Riverhead has spent about $1 million to purchase the Art Deco theatre and in 2001 restored its roof, marquee, and front facade. It still looks in good shape, but it's not in use. The long delayed restoration of the theatre inside apparently began in August 2010. It will be a performing arts stage and a movie theatre. 

It has one of the most splendid marquees I've ever seen. 

Local Wines

Saw this tiny, cement store in Riverhead, Long Island, and like it in so many ways.

Modern Snack Bar

I went to this Aquebouge institution with the great name on a recent trip to the North Fork of Long Island. It's a family business, run by the Wittmeier family since 1950. Old fashioned diner, with counter seating and table service. Low ceilings, curtain, pressed-wood tables, tablecloths. Chicken Pot Pie, Long Island Duck, Meat Loaf, and "famous" mashed turnips. They must be really good. Why, otherwise, serve mashed turnips.