Eighth Annual Paddle For Pink Raises $650,000 For Breast Cancer Research - 27 East
logo logo logo logo

News

East Hampton Press / News / 1504006

Eighth Annual Paddle For Pink Raises $650,000 For Breast Cancer Research

icon 15 Photos
Paddle for Pink Co-Founder Larry Baum addresses the crowd as his wife Maria and Celebrity Chef and Guest of Honor Katie Lee look on prior to the start of the annual Paddle for Pink at Havens Beach on Saturday morning.

Paddle for Pink Co-Founder Larry Baum addresses the crowd as his wife Maria and Celebrity Chef and Guest of Honor Katie Lee look on prior to the start of the annual Paddle for Pink at Havens Beach on Saturday morning.

Paddle for Pink founders Larry and Maria Baum with Celebrity Guest of Honor Katie Lee prior to the start of the annual Paddle for Pink at Havens Beach on Saturday morning.

Paddle for Pink founders Larry and Maria Baum with Celebrity Guest of Honor Katie Lee prior to the start of the annual Paddle for Pink at Havens Beach on Saturday morning.

Chris Orr on the water with his paddleboard partner Penelope during the annual Paddle for Pink at Havens Beach on Saturday morning.

Chris Orr on the water with his paddleboard partner Penelope during the annual Paddle for Pink at Havens Beach on Saturday morning.

Ari Weller readies himself prior to the start of the annual Paddle for Pink at Havens Beach on Saturday morning.

Ari Weller readies himself prior to the start of the annual Paddle for Pink at Havens Beach on Saturday morning.

Bitte Pedersen during the annual Paddle for Pink at Havens Beach on Saturday morning.

Bitte Pedersen during the annual Paddle for Pink at Havens Beach on Saturday morning.

3-Mile First Place Female Winner Taryn Berkett (with a time of 43:41) crosses the finish line during the annual Paddle for Pink at Havens Beach on Saturday morning.

3-Mile First Place Female Winner Taryn Berkett (with a time of 43:41) crosses the finish line during the annual Paddle for Pink at Havens Beach on Saturday morning.

Paddlers make their way to the starting line during the annual Paddle for Pink at Havens Beach on Saturday morning.

Paddlers make their way to the starting line during the annual Paddle for Pink at Havens Beach on Saturday morning.

3-Mile Third Place Winner Simon Davey, First Place Winner Chris Hanson (with a time of 38:59) and Second Place Winner Ari Weller during the annual Paddle for Pink at Havens Beach on Saturday morning.

3-Mile Third Place Winner Simon Davey, First Place Winner Chris Hanson (with a time of 38:59) and Second Place Winner Ari Weller during the annual Paddle for Pink at Havens Beach on Saturday morning.

Paddlers leave the starting line during the annual Paddle for Pink at Havens Beach on Saturday morning.

Paddlers leave the starting line during the annual Paddle for Pink at Havens Beach on Saturday morning.

Sean and Liam Attebury walk to the water to paddle together for the very first time as father and son prior to the start of the annual Paddle for Pink at Havens Beach on Saturday morning.

Sean and Liam Attebury walk to the water to paddle together for the very first time as father and son prior to the start of the annual Paddle for Pink at Havens Beach on Saturday morning.

Kids participate in the children's paddleboard race during the annual Paddle for Pink at Havens Beach on Saturday morning.

Kids participate in the children's paddleboard race during the annual Paddle for Pink at Havens Beach on Saturday morning.

6-Mile Race Winner Michael Fithian crosses the finish line during the annual Paddle for Pink at Havens Beach on Saturday morning.

6-Mile Race Winner Michael Fithian crosses the finish line during the annual Paddle for Pink at Havens Beach on Saturday morning.

Matthew Plourde accepts a bottle of water from 2-1/2-year-old Mia Pardo as he crosses the finish line during the annual Paddle for Pink at Havens Beach on Saturday morning.

Matthew Plourde accepts a bottle of water from 2-1/2-year-old Mia Pardo as he crosses the finish line during the annual Paddle for Pink at Havens Beach on Saturday morning.

Alice Geirsson, 11, crosses the finish line as the winner of the children's paddleboard race during the annual Paddle for Pink at Havens Beach on Saturday morning.

Alice Geirsson, 11, crosses the finish line as the winner of the children's paddleboard race during the annual Paddle for Pink at Havens Beach on Saturday morning.

Zach and Jim Rothwell prepare for their paddle prior to the start of the annual Paddle for Pink at Havens Beach on Saturday morning.

Zach and Jim Rothwell prepare for their paddle prior to the start of the annual Paddle for Pink at Havens Beach on Saturday morning.

authorStaff Writer on Aug 5, 2019
The Breast Cancer Research Foundation raised $650,000 at the eighth annual Hamptons Paddle for Pink at Havens Beach in Sag Harbor on Saturday. The summer fundrasier was hosted by author,... more

You May Also Like:

East Hampton Town Supervisor Kathee Burke-Gonzalez Will Not Have Republican Challenger

The East Hampton Town Republican Committee will not run a candidate to challenge Town Supervisor ... 22 Apr 2025 by Jack Motz

With Settlement on the Table, Two Wainscott Issues Converge Before East Hampton Town Board

Two persistent issues in Wainscott converged recently when around a dozen people pushed the East ... by Jack Motz

East Hampton Looking To Exempt Itself From Zoning Laws for Certain Projects

The East Hampton Town Board recently discussed a code change that would allow it to ... by Jack Motz

Montauk Board of Education Candidate To Run Uncontested

Leigh-Ann Hess is running an uncontested race for a Montauk Board of Education seat that will be vacated by Diane Hausman at the end of her term later this year. The filing deadline for candidates was April 21 — with Hess being the only candidate who submitted paperwork — and the annual school board and budget vote will take place on May 20. by Jack Motz

William Babinski To Run as Unopposed Incumbent For Wainscott School Board of Education

William Babinski will run unopposed as an incumbent for the Wainscott School Board of Education — which consists of just three total members. The filing deadline for candidates was April 21, and the annual school board and budget vote will take place on May 20. by Jack Motz

East Hampton Board Of Ed Adopts $88 Million Budget For 2025-26 School Year

The East Hampton Board of Education unanimously approved to adopt an $88,140,847 budget for the ... by Desirée Keegan

Earth Day Celebration at SOFO on Saturday

The South Fork Natural History Museum’s annual Earth Day Celebration will take place Saturday, April 26, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the museum on Bridgehampton-Sag Harbor Turnpike in Bridgehampton. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. there will be an array of children’s activities. A birding for beginners walk will start at 10:30 a.m., as well as face painting. From 2 to 3 p.m., the Evelyn Alexander Wildlife Rescue Center will show off some of its animal ambassadors. Admission is $5 for members, $12 for nonmembers. For more information, visit sofo.org. 21 Apr 2025 by Staff Writer

East Hampton Fundraiser Will Benefit Students

The East Hampton High School Parent-Teacher-Student Association will host its first annual fundraiser on Friday, May 9, from 6 to 9 p.m. at The Clubhouse in Wainscott. The Real Estate Brass Band will performing and there will be silent auction. Proceeds will support students trips, programs, events, and scholarships. The event is for those over age 21. by Staff Writer

Home Sweet Home Museum Opening for the Season on May 1

The Home Sweet Home Museum will open for the season on Thursday, May 1, with hours Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday, from 1 to 4 p.m. The museum is located at 14 James in Lane East Hampton. Home Sweet Home is a distinguished salt-box home in East Hampton that dates from the first quarter of the 18th century. As noted on its website, “For all its simplicity, the old house seems to realize the dignity of its association with romance and its place in the hearts of people everywhere. The house has come to ... by Staff Writer

Montauk School Renovation Topic At Library

Montauk School Superintendent Josh Odom will be available to discuss the school’s proposed renovation on Wednesday, April 30, from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Montauk Library. by Staff Writer