This one is a quickie post. Just wrapping up my week after Easter with another memory of someplace I would spend a lot of time at in the past. This is just off the boardwalk of Long Beach, Long Island. It was a very chilly day for an April. I don’t remember it being so cold this time of year or I am getting too accustomed to the southern springs that are warm starting in March. In any event, here is a cold, cloudy day on the boardwalk…

It’s offseason this time of year. Memorial Day is May 26th of this year and that is when all the tourists will come out and mix with the locals making this spot a hot mess. The next few weeks this will be a quiet gem.

City of Long Beach Official Website (www.longbeachny.gov)

Once the season starts… Start your journey with the official City of Long Beach website, your go-to hub for everything practical. Need a beach pass? They’ve got you covered with details on daily passes ($12-$15, available via the Yodel App) and rules for the 3.5-mile white sandy shoreline. Curious about events? Check out the Kids Bike Safety Rodeo (May 10, 2025) or the Arts & Crafts Boardwalk Festival (July 12-13, 2025). You’ll also find accessibility info, like Mobi-Mats and all-terrain beach chairs, ensuring everyone can enjoy the waves. Pro tip: Bookmark longbeachny.gov for parking details (try the Long Island Railroad Parking Deck at Centre Street) and lifeguard schedules.