July Blog

Maureen Tara Nelson Continues to Redefine Matchmaking on Long Island

  For 25 remarkable years, Maureen Tara Nelson has done far more than introduce singles—she has helped create lasting love stories across Long Island and beyond. As the founder of MTN Matchmaking, Long Island’s premier upscale matchmaking service, Maureen has...

Best & Worst Fourth of July Date Ideas for Long Island Singles Looking for Love

by Maureen Tara Nelson, Owner of MTN Matchmaking The Fourth of July is one of my favorite holidays because it brings people together. Across Long Island, beaches, waterfront restaurants, fireworks, concerts, and backyard barbecues create the perfect atmosphere for romance. As...

Why Successful Long Island Singles Are Choosing Professional Matchmaking Over Dating Apps in 2026

By Maureen Tara Nelson, Owner of MTN Matchmaking If you've spent months—or even years—swiping through dating apps with little to show for it, you're not alone. Every week, I meet accomplished professionals from across Long Island who tell me the...