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Members of Hampton Bays American Legion Post 924 assisted with the Multiple Sclerosis Great 8 Foundation's Twin Forks Bike Ride. The motorcyclists rode ahead of the bike riders and stationed themselves at dangerous intersections.

Happy Rosh Hashanah to all friends and neighbors of the Jewish faith. Happy New Year!

Boys State has been a program of the American Legion since 1935. It was the idea of two Illinois Legionnaires, Hayes Kennedy and Harold Card, who organized the first Boys State at the Illinois State Fairgrounds in Springfield.

Boys State is one of the most respected and selective educational programs that focuses on government and is open to high school students. Each participant becomes a part of the operation of his local, county and state government. Activities include attending legislative sessions, law enforcement presentations, court proceedings, assemblies, bands, chorus and recreational programs. A separate, similar program for young ladies is also available and it is called Girls State.

Hampton Bays High School students Lawrence Robertson and his father, David, and Marcus Shams, along with his little brother Alex and mother Simone, were guests at a dinner held last Thursday, September 10, at the American Legion Hand-Aldrich Post 924. This was the first time ever that two boys have been chosen to represent Boys State.

Mercy High School student Jocelyn Snyder, a member of Girls State, is the first girl to have been selected for the honor in 10 years. I would like to share a few words from Jocelyn about her experience:

“This past Saturday I embarked on one of the most incredible journeys of my life. At Girls State, I not only gained a new respect for my country and its government, but gained numerous friends who I will never lose touch with.

“During the week I placed many hours into my rigorous work as an elected senator, chairwoman of the Department of Agriculture, county leader and Commissioner of Environmental Conservation. As a senator I was able to debate and vote in the process of bill passing while, as a chairwoman of the agriculture department, I was responsible for actually creating my own bill and leading a group of about 20 people in order to establish two bills for the benefit of the farmers located in the counties of Girls State.

“As county leader, I led the voting process and meetings within the Sojourner County. For all these positions, I was required to make numerous presentations and speeches in order to relay my opinions and promote the agriculture bills.”

Phew, that’s some week! Thank you for sharing, Jocelyn.

Happy belated birthday to Sylvia Smith, with love from your family and friends. Sylvia turned 85 years young on September 11.

SURPRISE! Bob Oldeack was given a surprise 80th birthday party by his wife, Fran, last Sunday, September 13, at Villa Tuscano. Lots of friends, neighbors and family members gathered to celebrate with Bob on his special day, and among them were Cathy, Tom and Brooke Walker, Liz, Guy, Matt and Katherine Constantopoulos, and Bruce Oldeack and his fiancée, Cindy Petzold. Also, Danny and Judy Wright, Joy Bowles, Betty Wright, Billy Wright, Wendy Oldeack, and George Simonson and his friend Linda.

It was a lovely party and a good time was had by all. Bob’s “real” birthday is on Monday, September 21.

Hampton Bays Rotary Club’s “Autumn Evening by the Sea” fund-raiser will be held tonight, Thursday, September 17, at Oakland’s Restaurant on Dune Road. The fun starts at 6:30 p.m. Admission is $45 and includes an open bar and hors d’oeuvres. All proceeds benefit Camp Pa-Qua-Tuck in Center Moriches, the Hampton Bays Food Pantry and the local scholarship program.

The Hampton Bays Performing Arts Parents’ Association (PAPA) is hosting a Casino Night on Saturday, September 19, from 7 until 11 p.m., at the Boardy Barn. There’s going to be hors d’oeuvres, music, “funny money” and prizes. Tickets cost $30 if purchased in advance, or $35 at the door. All proceeds will help our music students pay for their trip to Disney World in February, when they will perform a concert. For tickets, call Christine at 723-2100, ext. 5103.

New York Blood Services is holding a blood drive on Monday, September 21, from 2 until 7:30 p.m., at the Hampton Bays Public Library on Ponquogue Avenue. Appointments are recommended, but not necessary. Call 728-6241 or stop by the front desk to sign up.

The Southampton Town Parks and Recreation Department is sponsoring a trip to the Bronx Zoo on Saturday, September 26, at 9 a.m., from Red Creek Park. The fee for round-trip Jitney transportation is $25 for town residents and $35 for non-residents. Participants will pay their own admission to the zoo. Visit bronxzoo.com for more information about that. Call 728-8585, ext. 206, to sign up.

The Wildlife Rescue Center of the Hamptons is holding a benefit golf tournament on Tuesday, September 29, at the Hampton Hills Country Club in Westhampton. The donation is $300 per person. The day will include a continental breakfast and registration at 10 a.m., followed by a shotgun start at noon. There will be a barbecue and halfway station with cocktails, a cocktail party and buffet dinner that starts at 4:30 p.m., a 50/50 raffle and prizes. For more information and/or to register, call 728-9453.