I am a former SUNY, at FRG, CFII, MEI from Huntington....taught at FRG. It's a great airport, I preferred it over ISP,...too busy there.
Brookhaven is a great short flight from FRG, uncontrolled, with great access.
Lots of great flying on LI.
Good Luck!
I grew up in Queens, Middle Village and used to drive to FRG.....