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Kids at the annual Southampton Youth Association barbeque at Southampton Elementary School on August 7, celebrating the Association's 50th birthday. TOM KOCHIE

Kids at the annual Southampton Youth Association barbeque at Southampton Elementary School on August 7, celebrating the Association's 50th birthday. TOM KOCHIE

Carl Davis and Jalai Duroseau at the grill at the annual Southampton Youth Association barbeque at Southampton Elementary School on August 7, celebrating the Association's 50th birthday.   TOM KOCHIE

Carl Davis and Jalai Duroseau at the grill at the annual Southampton Youth Association barbeque at Southampton Elementary School on August 7, celebrating the Association's 50th birthday. TOM KOCHIE

Kids at the annual Southampton Youth Association barbeque at Southampton Elementary School on August 7, celebrating the Association's 50th birthday. TOM KOCHIE

Kids at the annual Southampton Youth Association barbeque at Southampton Elementary School on August 7, celebrating the Association's 50th birthday. TOM KOCHIE

Kids at the annual Southampton Youth Association barbeque at Southampton Elementary School on August 7, celebrating the Association's 50th birthday. TOM KOCHIE

Kids at the annual Southampton Youth Association barbeque at Southampton Elementary School on August 7, celebrating the Association's 50th birthday. TOM KOCHIE

Colin James, Theresa Roden and Dean Fenton at the  Caribbean Beach Party at Breakwater Yacht Club in Sag Harbor to benefit i-tri.    TOM KOCHIE

Colin James, Theresa Roden and Dean Fenton at the Caribbean Beach Party at Breakwater Yacht Club in Sag Harbor to benefit i-tri. TOM KOCHIE

Bruce Turnbull, Bria Fleming and Chantz Ragland at the Caribbean Beach Party at Breakwater Yacht Club in Sag Harbor to benefit i-tri.         TOM KOCHIE

Bruce Turnbull, Bria Fleming and Chantz Ragland at the Caribbean Beach Party at Breakwater Yacht Club in Sag Harbor to benefit i-tri. TOM KOCHIE

Lyn Blumenfeld and Carolyn Freeman at the Caribbean Beach Party at Breakwater Yacht Club in Sag Harbor to benefit i-tri. TOM KOCHIE

Lyn Blumenfeld and Carolyn Freeman at the Caribbean Beach Party at Breakwater Yacht Club in Sag Harbor to benefit i-tri. TOM KOCHIE

The Southampton Arts Center hosted an

The Southampton Arts Center hosted an "Silent Disco Outdoor Dance Party" on Saturday night and everyone was moving to their own beat without disturbing the neighbors. TOM KOCHIE

Brenda Simmons and Kimberly Allan at the Southampton Arts Center's

Brenda Simmons and Kimberly Allan at the Southampton Arts Center's "Silent Disco Outdoor Dance Party" on Saturday night. TOM KOCHIE

The Southampton Arts Center hosted an

The Southampton Arts Center hosted an "Silent Disco Outdoor Dance Party" on Saturday night and everyone was moving to their own beat without disturbing the neighbors. TOM KOCHIE

The Southampton Arts Center hosted an

The Southampton Arts Center hosted an "Silent Disco Outdoor Dance Party" on Saturday night and everyone was moving to their own beat without disturbing the neighbors. TOM KOCHIE

The Southampton Arts Center hosted an

The Southampton Arts Center hosted an "Silent Disco Outdoor Dance Party" on Saturday night and everyone was moving to their own beat without disturbing the neighbors. TOM KOCHIE

The Southampton Arts Center hosted an

The Southampton Arts Center hosted an "Silent Disco Outdoor Dance Party" on Saturday night and everyone was moving to their own beat without disturbing the neighbors. TOM KOCHIE

A close race ended in a tie between Riverhead Town Supervisor Laura Jens Smith and Southampton Town Supervisor Jay Schneiderman in the annual Cardboard Boat Race on August 10 on the Peconic River.

A close race ended in a tie between Riverhead Town Supervisor Laura Jens Smith and Southampton Town Supervisor Jay Schneiderman in the annual Cardboard Boat Race on August 10 on the Peconic River.

A close race ended in a tie between Riverhead Town Supervisor Laura Jens Smith and Southampton Town Supervisor Jay Schneiderman in the annual Cardboard Boat Race on August 10 on the Peconic River.

A close race ended in a tie between Riverhead Town Supervisor Laura Jens Smith and Southampton Town Supervisor Jay Schneiderman in the annual Cardboard Boat Race on August 10 on the Peconic River.

The 106th Rescue Wing,

The 106th Rescue Wing, "adopted" by the VFW Post 5350, recently hosted a mentoring seminar at the post in Westhampton Beach. Thirty noncommissioned officers attended the workshop and were honored to have 106th Wing Commander Colonel Michael Bank and the Commander of the NY Air National Guard Commander Major General Timothy LaBarge address the class. At the seminar, from left, Colonel Michael Bank, Post Commander William Hughes, and Major General Timothy LaBarge.

Young learners at Southampton Day Care Center are thrilled to receive a donation of interactive educational plush learning tools and iPads from Bluebee Pals.

Young learners at Southampton Day Care Center are thrilled to receive a donation of interactive educational plush learning tools and iPads from Bluebee Pals.

recent benefit at the Hamptons Gym Corp., which has locations in Southampton, East Hampton and Sag Harbor, netted a total of $16,087 to help Sean Grismer, a Hampton Bays resident, recover from a serious injury he suffered in 2018. Southampton Gym manager Rebecca Olender, at right, along with

recent benefit at the Hamptons Gym Corp., which has locations in Southampton, East Hampton and Sag Harbor, netted a total of $16,087 to help Sean Grismer, a Hampton Bays resident, recover from a serious injury he suffered in 2018. Southampton Gym manager Rebecca Olender, at right, along with "Bubby" the bulldog presented a check to Sean and his mother, Erin Grismer, at the Sag Harbor Gym on Friday, August 10.

Members of the Hampton Bays High School and Middle School bands showcased their musical abilities at the annual Hampton Bays Fireman’s Parade on July 31. Under the direction of Carolanne Mazur, the students performed the “Marines’ Hymn.” The performers volunteered during the summer to practice the piece and perform at the event. Students were graciously thanked by the fire department with an award for Best Band and wristbands to go on the rides at the fire department’s annual carnival.

Members of the Hampton Bays High School and Middle School bands showcased their musical abilities at the annual Hampton Bays Fireman’s Parade on July 31. Under the direction of Carolanne Mazur, the students performed the “Marines’ Hymn.” The performers volunteered during the summer to practice the piece and perform at the event. Students were graciously thanked by the fire department with an award for Best Band and wristbands to go on the rides at the fire department’s annual carnival.

WELCOME TO THE WORLD! Reagan Eleanore Tuzil was born July 2, 2019, at Stony Brook University Hospital, to parents Brian and Molly Tuzil of Hampton Bays. She has a big sister, Kent. Reagan tipped the scale at 7 lbs, 7 oz  and measured 18.5 inches 6:12 p.m.. Her paternal grandparents are Joseph and Teresa Tuzil of Hampton Bays and her  maternal grandmother is Sherry Lambert of Fair Lawn, New Jersey.

WELCOME TO THE WORLD! Reagan Eleanore Tuzil was born July 2, 2019, at Stony Brook University Hospital, to parents Brian and Molly Tuzil of Hampton Bays. She has a big sister, Kent. Reagan tipped the scale at 7 lbs, 7 oz and measured 18.5 inches 6:12 p.m.. Her paternal grandparents are Joseph and Teresa Tuzil of Hampton Bays and her maternal grandmother is Sherry Lambert of Fair Lawn, New Jersey.

Quogue Village Police were out and about on Augsut 3 and 4, in two community outreach efforts. On August 3, Chief Chris Isola, Lt. Daniel Hartman, Sgt. Daniel Bennett and Officer William Gladding were on the beaches teaching hands-only CPR. More than 225 people learned the lifesaving skill. On August 4, Chief Isola and Officer Barbara Tiedemann hosted

Quogue Village Police were out and about on Augsut 3 and 4, in two community outreach efforts. On August 3, Chief Chris Isola, Lt. Daniel Hartman, Sgt. Daniel Bennett and Officer William Gladding were on the beaches teaching hands-only CPR. More than 225 people learned the lifesaving skill. On August 4, Chief Isola and Officer Barbara Tiedemann hosted "Coffee with a Cop" at Beth's Cafe, during which they chatted with memebers of the local community.

Quogue Village Police were out and about on Augsut 3 and 4, in two community outreach efforts. On August 3, Chief Chris Isola, Lt. Daniel Hartman, Sgt. Daniel Bennett and Officer William Gladding were on the beaches teaching hands-only CPR. More than 225 people learned the lifesaving skill. On August 4, Chief Isola and Officer Barbara Tiedemann hosted

Quogue Village Police were out and about on Augsut 3 and 4, in two community outreach efforts. On August 3, Chief Chris Isola, Lt. Daniel Hartman, Sgt. Daniel Bennett and Officer William Gladding were on the beaches teaching hands-only CPR. More than 225 people learned the lifesaving skill. On August 4, Chief Isola and Officer Barbara Tiedemann hosted "Coffee with a Cop" at Beth's Cafe, during which they chatted with memebers of the local community.

Quogue Village Police were out and about on Augsut 3 and 4, in two community outreach efforts. On August 3, Chief Chris Isola, Lt. Daniel Hartman, Sgt. Daniel Bennett and Officer William Gladding were on the beaches teaching hands-only CPR. More than 225 people learned the lifesaving skill. On August 4, Chief Isola and Officer Barbara Tiedemann hosted

Quogue Village Police were out and about on Augsut 3 and 4, in two community outreach efforts. On August 3, Chief Chris Isola, Lt. Daniel Hartman, Sgt. Daniel Bennett and Officer William Gladding were on the beaches teaching hands-only CPR. More than 225 people learned the lifesaving skill. On August 4, Chief Isola and Officer Barbara Tiedemann hosted "Coffee with a Cop" at Beth's Cafe, during which they chatted with memebers of the local community.

The Hampton Bay Beautification Association hosted its annual Concert Under the Stars at Ponquogue Beach on Sunday evening, featuring the band 20 Highview.

The Hampton Bay Beautification Association hosted its annual Concert Under the Stars at Ponquogue Beach on Sunday evening, featuring the band 20 Highview.

The Hampton Bay Beautification Association hosted its annual Concert Under the Stars at Ponquogue Beach on Sunday evening, featuring the band 20 Highview.

The Hampton Bay Beautification Association hosted its annual Concert Under the Stars at Ponquogue Beach on Sunday evening, featuring the band 20 Highview.

At the Westhampton Garden Club's annual meeting, Mary Crosby, president and CEO of East End Hospice, right, recognized Judy McDermott for her commitment to the club's year-round planting program she oversees on each of the eight terraces of patients' rooms at the Kanas Center for Hospice Care. The three containers on each patient's terrace, viewed through glass sliding doors, are changed with the seasons: pansies in the pring, summer flowers, then cabbages and fall flowers. The Center's entry containers are are also planted by Judy and club volunteer members. As Ms. Crosby noted, the patients truly benefit from the beauty of the flowers set against a serene greenscape and the program is integral to  its misson of improving quality of life in hospice care. ROBERT DURYEA

At the Westhampton Garden Club's annual meeting, Mary Crosby, president and CEO of East End Hospice, right, recognized Judy McDermott for her commitment to the club's year-round planting program she oversees on each of the eight terraces of patients' rooms at the Kanas Center for Hospice Care. The three containers on each patient's terrace, viewed through glass sliding doors, are changed with the seasons: pansies in the pring, summer flowers, then cabbages and fall flowers. The Center's entry containers are are also planted by Judy and club volunteer members. As Ms. Crosby noted, the patients truly benefit from the beauty of the flowers set against a serene greenscape and the program is integral to its misson of improving quality of life in hospice care. ROBERT DURYEA

More than 700 people participated in the Lung Cancer Research Foundation’s 14th annual Strides for Life run/walk, held in Southampton on Sunday, August 11.

More than 700 people participated in the Lung Cancer Research Foundation’s 14th annual Strides for Life run/walk, held in Southampton on Sunday, August 11.

Maria Hults, president of the Hampton Bays Civic Association, received a proclamation from New York State Assemblyman Fred W. Thiele Jr. at the organization's July 29, marking its 100 years of dedicated service to the Hampton Bays community, the Town of Southampton, and New York State.

Maria Hults, president of the Hampton Bays Civic Association, received a proclamation from New York State Assemblyman Fred W. Thiele Jr. at the organization's July 29, marking its 100 years of dedicated service to the Hampton Bays community, the Town of Southampton, and New York State.

The fireworks during the annual Sag Harbor Fire Department Carnival at Havens Beach on Friday night.  MICHAEL HELLER

The fireworks during the annual Sag Harbor Fire Department Carnival at Havens Beach on Friday night. MICHAEL HELLER

Four Westhampton Beach High School students returned to the Badlands in July to continue work they started as part of Westhampton Beach Middle School’s PALEOS program, led by science teacher Robert Coleman. High schoolers Julia Blydenburgh, Matt Daleo, Josh Kaplan and Griffin Scheuer, along with high school science research teacher Dr. Dianna Gobler, spent a week in the field acquiring data, formulating hypotheses and connecting with scientists to learn from their expertise. The students also visited the Black Hills Institute of Geological Research in South Dakota and prospected and uncovered 50 specimens in an attempt to identify potential “paleo-forest” locales within the Lance Formation in northeastern Wyoming. In addition, they helped to repair and reconstruct a triceratops orbital horn, created two casts of the Saurexallopus zerbsti track from the Zerbst Ranch Trackway, visited the Devils Tower National Monument in Wyoming and attended the seventh annual Dino Shindig in Ekalaka, Montana.

Four Westhampton Beach High School students returned to the Badlands in July to continue work they started as part of Westhampton Beach Middle School’s PALEOS program, led by science teacher Robert Coleman. High schoolers Julia Blydenburgh, Matt Daleo, Josh Kaplan and Griffin Scheuer, along with high school science research teacher Dr. Dianna Gobler, spent a week in the field acquiring data, formulating hypotheses and connecting with scientists to learn from their expertise. The students also visited the Black Hills Institute of Geological Research in South Dakota and prospected and uncovered 50 specimens in an attempt to identify potential “paleo-forest” locales within the Lance Formation in northeastern Wyoming. In addition, they helped to repair and reconstruct a triceratops orbital horn, created two casts of the Saurexallopus zerbsti track from the Zerbst Ranch Trackway, visited the Devils Tower National Monument in Wyoming and attended the seventh annual Dino Shindig in Ekalaka, Montana.

authorStaff Writer on Aug 7, 2019
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