Living in Freeport

Look what’s Happening

Memorial Day Despite the pandemic, Freeport held its annual Memorial Day ceremony on May 25.

Winter fun The Freeport Recreation Center hosted its Winter Model Train Show on Jan. 12.

New traditions The Freeport Memorial Library held its inaugural “Superfi ght” card game tournament on Jan. 7.

Living in FREEPORT

A Perfect Place to live

Freeport is not only the second largest village in the state but also one of the most ethnically and racially diverse waterfront communities on the South Shore. With a population of 43,508, Freeport is home to some of Long Island’s top-notch restaurants and charter boats leaving regularly on fi shing trips from the Nautical Mile — making it one of the coolest destinations for food and summer fun. The summer season offi cially kicks off Memorial Day weekend and is traditionally celebrated with the annual Nautical Mile and Blues Festival the fi rst weekend of June — but not in 2020 because of the coronavirus crisis. The Nautical Mile is located on Woodcleft Avenue, which runs along the west side of Woodcleft Canal, the waterfront strip that has been ranked number seven on the list of 20 coolest towns in the U.S. by the travel website, Matador Network. Freeport has made a tremendous comeback since Hurricane Sandy in 2012 with the entire Nautical Mile revitalized and a number of homes elevated. Village residents continue to give back to their hometown, whether through canal cleanups, rebuilding efforts or community service through the nonprofi t group, the Friends of Freeport, which has supported displaced storm victims since 2012. And though the Mile is one of Freeport’s claims to fame, the south part of the village has several canals that allow access to the Atlantic Ocean through salt marshes. Freeport also has extensive small-boat facilities and a resident fi shing fl eet, as well as charter and open water fi shing boats, allowing the avid boating community to spend leisure time on the water. The village is 28 minutes from John F. Kennedy International airport and has accessible public transportation through the Long Island Rail Road and the NICE bus service. During summer, Freeport is the gateway to Jones Beach, one of the largest state beaches in New York. Freeport is a close-knit community and a magical place with a little something for everyone.