Long Island Reef Association

Long Island Reef Association The Long Island Reef Association is an educational organization comprised of marine aquarium hobbiest Long Island Reef Association, Inc.

(LIRA) is a 501C-3 non profit educational organization comprised of marine aquarium hobbyists from all over Long Island. LIRA promotes interest in and enjoyment of all aspects of the marine aquarium hobby. Through exchanging information with one another, we share our collective knowledge on the care and propagation of these fragile ocean animals, while reducing the demand for wild caught specimens

and providing an educational platform to promote the beauty and fragility of the worlds natural coral reefs.

Pizza… but make it reef. 🍕🌊 Join us at Island Fish & Scale for our next Long Island Reef Association monthly meet, a lai...
04/07/2026

Pizza… but make it reef. 🍕🌊 Join us at Island Fish & Scale for our next Long Island Reef Association monthly meet, a laid-back night of reef talk, good people, and a slice of pizza. We’re bringing the community together to hang, swap ideas, ask questions and just enjoy the hobby we all love.

Whether you’re new to reefing or deep in the reefing game, you’re welcome here.

🗓 Friday | April 10, 2026
⏰ 8–10PM
📍 Island Fish & Scale | 231A Commack Road, Commack NY 11725

This is an exciting one! For the first time ever, join us for a candid, community-driven roundtable from the perspectiv...
02/07/2026

This is an exciting one! For the first time ever, join us for a candid, community-driven roundtable from the perspective of local fish store owners - on how local fish stores shape hobby success. We’re excited to welcome Jonathan Hale (Country Critters) and Ryan Francess (Island Fish & Scale), moderated by the Long Island Reef Association, for a conversation about hobby retention, early guidance, shared challenges, and what truly helps reefers thrive.

Bring your questions. Bring your experiences. Bring your love for the hobby. 💙

📅 Friday, Feb 13, 2026 | 7:30PM
📍 231A Commack Road, Commack, NY 11725

02/04/2026

February monthly membership meeting will not be this Friday. It will be postponed until either Friday February 13th or Friday February 21st. More details to come shortly. Sorry for the inconvenience we are working diligently to put this together.

01/09/2026

Just wanted to put up a backup post to make sure everybody is aware that the holiday party is canceled for tomorrow. All refunds should be out if not please contact us to make sure you get your refund. Sorry again.

✨Holiday Party Under the Sea! ✨Celebrate the magic of the season amongst the reefs 🪸 and your fellow hobbyists! Join us ...
12/08/2025

✨Holiday Party Under the Sea! ✨

Celebrate the magic of the season amongst the reefs 🪸 and your fellow hobbyists! Join us Jan 10 at the for a night of food, fun, and festivity 🎄🐠

🎫 Early bird pricing ends Dec. 15, grab your tickets now!

LIRA December Spotlight: Exploring Macroalgae & Art with Joe YaiulloJoin us December 5 at 8:00 PM as we welcome Joe Yaiu...
11/23/2025

LIRA December Spotlight: Exploring Macroalgae & Art with Joe Yaiullo

Join us December 5 at 8:00 PM as we welcome Joe Yaiullo for an inspiring dive into the world of macroalgae, marine ecosystems, and the artistic stories that shaped his current exhibit of photographic and sculptural works, Tide and Terrain.

Joe will begin with a short, insight-packed macro talk, followed by an open hangout where he’ll share the stories behind the works from his work, from field encounters to the moments that shaped each image and installation.

A night of science, art, and community at Kasher Gallery & Studios.

All are welcome. 🌿📷🐚

📍 19 Scudder Ave, Fl. 2, Northport, NY 11768
🗓 Friday, December 5, 2025
⏰ 8:00 PM

LIRA Monthly Members Meeting | Speaker Spotlight: Taras Pleskun
We’re thrilled to welcome Taras Pleskun, aquaculturist a...
11/02/2025

LIRA Monthly Members Meeting | Speaker Spotlight: Taras Pleskun

We’re thrilled to welcome Taras Pleskun, aquaculturist at and head of the new Calypso Aquaculture Laboratory in Orlando, Florida, joining us for this month’s LIRA members meeting hosted at

Originally from Mystic, CT, Taras holds an MSc in Aquaculture from the University of Rhode Island and the University of Florida, specializing in the cultivation and application of microalgae. His current work includes breeding berghia nudibranchs, phytoplankton, copepods, macro-algae, and other marine invertebrates.

Taras believes that by learning to breed and appreciate all aquatic life, “Humanity will be made smarter, stronger, and kinder.” 🪸

📅 Friday, November 7, 2025 @ 8 PM
📍 Island Fish & Scale – 231A Commack Road, Commack NY 11725
🎟️ Free for LIRA members

10/19/2025

What a day! Thank you to everyone who made the LIRA Frag Swap a success, our vendors, volunteers, sponsors, and reef family. We couldn’t do it without you! 🐠💙

10/18/2025

Reefers, the wait is almost over!
Tomorrow we open the doors to the 7th Annual LIRA Frag Swap-and our vendor lineup is 🔥

Come meet your favorite coral sellers, discover new reef gems, and support the incredible vendors who keep this hobby alive! 🪸🐠

Tomorrow…11–5 PM…Hauppauge NY
Don’t miss it!

Many thanks to Andrew Sandler and the team at Polo Reef for their support of LIRA. Polo Reef isn’t your typical reef tan...
10/17/2025

Many thanks to Andrew Sandler and the team at Polo Reef for their support of LIRA. Polo Reef isn’t your typical reef tank setup or business. It’s a passion project turned mission-driven organization, built on philanthropy and operating much like a nonprofit. Founded by Andrew Sandler, whose love for reef aquariums began in childhood, Polo Reef is rooted in a lifelong connection to the hobby.

Tomorrow is the swap!


Reef by Andrew Sandler

10/17/2025

It’s almost time, reefers!
The 7th Annual LIRA Frag Swap is happening TOMORROW!
Come see stunning corals, meet your favorite vendors, enjoy food, raffles, and a fun day for the whole family. 🐠✨

📅 Saturday, Oct 18 | 11 AM – 5 PM
📍 IBEW Local 25 Union Hall, Hauppauge NY

Don’t miss the biggest reef event on Long Island! 💙

10/17/2025

Calling all members! I'm in need of a few volunteers for tomorrow show obviously admission will be covered! Please message Joe Gallipoli if you are able to help out tomorrow! See you at the show!

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Riverhead, NY
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