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Legislator Bridget Fleming presented Theresa Cherry, a volunteer at The Retreat’s Stephanie House shelter, with a proclamation for Woman of Distinction in the Second Legislative District on April 13. “Theresa has been an integral volunteer organizing The Retreat’s clothing room called Stephanie’s Closet, providing clothes and other necessities to sheltered clients facing domestic violence,” Legislator Fleming stated. “The Retreat is such a critically important organization in our community, which is why it was a pleasure to honor such an amazing woman driven to improve the lives of others.” “Theresa is a huge asset to The Retreat and to the Stephanie House shelter in particular,” said Loretta Davis, Executive Director at The Retreat. “I am thrilled she is being recognized for all her hard work and dedication to helping our clients.” COURTESY LEGISLATOR BRIDGET FLEMING'S OFFICE

Legislator Bridget Fleming presented Theresa Cherry, a volunteer at The Retreat’s Stephanie House shelter, with a proclamation for Woman of Distinction in the Second Legislative District on April 13. “Theresa has been an integral volunteer organizing The Retreat’s clothing room called Stephanie’s Closet, providing clothes and other necessities to sheltered clients facing domestic violence,” Legislator Fleming stated. “The Retreat is such a critically important organization in our community, which is why it was a pleasure to honor such an amazing woman driven to improve the lives of others.” “Theresa is a huge asset to The Retreat and to the Stephanie House shelter in particular,” said Loretta Davis, Executive Director at The Retreat. “I am thrilled she is being recognized for all her hard work and dedication to helping our clients.” COURTESY LEGISLATOR BRIDGET FLEMING'S OFFICE

Roberto Taveras, Jeanine Miedzwiecki and Carmine Marino in the kitchen at the Montauk Point Lions Club and the Montauk Fire Department's combined pancake breakfast on Sunday at the firehouse. RICHARD LEWIN

Roberto Taveras, Jeanine Miedzwiecki and Carmine Marino in the kitchen at the Montauk Point Lions Club and the Montauk Fire Department's combined pancake breakfast on Sunday at the firehouse. RICHARD LEWIN

Dawn Lucas at the Montauk Point Lions Club and the Montauk Fire Department's combined pancake breakfast on Sunday at the firehouse. RICHARD LEWIN

Dawn Lucas at the Montauk Point Lions Club and the Montauk Fire Department's combined pancake breakfast on Sunday at the firehouse. RICHARD LEWIN

Bob and Mary Ann Klein at the Montauk Point Lions Club and the Montauk Fire Department's combined pancake breakfast on Sunday at the firehouse. RICHARD LEWIN

Bob and Mary Ann Klein at the Montauk Point Lions Club and the Montauk Fire Department's combined pancake breakfast on Sunday at the firehouse. RICHARD LEWIN

The East Quogue Fire Department presented the Scotty Oliver Top Responder Award to Ex-chief Bill Potter, third from left, at the department’s installation dinner held at the Long Island Aquarium on Saturday. Shown with Ex-chief Potter are, from left, Third Assistant Chief Mark Gregory, Second Assistant Chief Glenn Bullock, and Chief Paul Sulzinski. COURTESY EAST QUOGUE FIRE DEAPRTMENT

The East Quogue Fire Department presented the Scotty Oliver Top Responder Award to Ex-chief Bill Potter, third from left, at the department’s installation dinner held at the Long Island Aquarium on Saturday. Shown with Ex-chief Potter are, from left, Third Assistant Chief Mark Gregory, Second Assistant Chief Glenn Bullock, and Chief Paul Sulzinski. COURTESY EAST QUOGUE FIRE DEAPRTMENT

Lois Holley (third from right) was honored for her fifty years of service to the Ladies Auxiliary by the East Quogue Fire Department at its annual installation dinner held at the Long Island Aquarium in Riverhead on Saturday. With her, from left are, Amee Mazurkiewicz, Linda Rousell, and Kristen Rousell. COURTESY EAST QUOGUE FIRE DEPARTMENT

Lois Holley (third from right) was honored for her fifty years of service to the Ladies Auxiliary by the East Quogue Fire Department at its annual installation dinner held at the Long Island Aquarium in Riverhead on Saturday. With her, from left are, Amee Mazurkiewicz, Linda Rousell, and Kristen Rousell. COURTESY EAST QUOGUE FIRE DEPARTMENT

The East Quogue Fire Department honored Ex-chief Bill Potter as the Firefighter of the Year at the department’s installation dinner which was held at the Long Island Aquarium in Riverhead on Saturday. Ex-chief Potter also received the Scotty Oliver Top Responder Award. From the left, Third Assistant Chief Mark Gregory, Second Assistant Chief Glenn Bullock, Ex-chief Potter, and Chief Paul Sulzinski. COURTESY EAST QUOGUE FIRE DEPARTMENT

The East Quogue Fire Department honored Ex-chief Bill Potter as the Firefighter of the Year at the department’s installation dinner which was held at the Long Island Aquarium in Riverhead on Saturday. Ex-chief Potter also received the Scotty Oliver Top Responder Award. From the left, Third Assistant Chief Mark Gregory, Second Assistant Chief Glenn Bullock, Ex-chief Potter, and Chief Paul Sulzinski. COURTESY EAST QUOGUE FIRE DEPARTMENT

The East Quogue Fire Department held its annual installation dinner at the Long Island Aquarium in Riverhead on Saturday. The department honored Captain William “Alex” Gladding and Second Assistant Chief Glenn Bullock, second and third from left, as Officers of the Year. With them are, from left, Third Assistant Chief Mark Gregory and Chief Paul Sulzinski. COURTESY EAST QUOGUE FIRE DEPARTMENT

The East Quogue Fire Department held its annual installation dinner at the Long Island Aquarium in Riverhead on Saturday. The department honored Captain William “Alex” Gladding and Second Assistant Chief Glenn Bullock, second and third from left, as Officers of the Year. With them are, from left, Third Assistant Chief Mark Gregory and Chief Paul Sulzinski. COURTESY EAST QUOGUE FIRE DEPARTMENT

Sara Blue and Bobbie Braun at the Ellen’s Run’s Spring Warm Up Dance Party hosted by The Ellen Hermanson Foundation on Saturday at the Bridgehampton Community House. LISA TAMBURINI

Sara Blue and Bobbie Braun at the Ellen’s Run’s Spring Warm Up Dance Party hosted by The Ellen Hermanson Foundation on Saturday at the Bridgehampton Community House. LISA TAMBURINI

Mercedes Ruehl and Angela LaGreca at the Ellen’s Run’s Spring Warm Up Dance Party hosted by The Ellen Hermanson Foundation on Saturday at the Bridgehampton Community House. LISA TAMBURINI

Mercedes Ruehl and Angela LaGreca at the Ellen’s Run’s Spring Warm Up Dance Party hosted by The Ellen Hermanson Foundation on Saturday at the Bridgehampton Community House. LISA TAMBURINI

Iris Keitel, Sheryl Heather, Marie McAlary at the Ellen’s Run’s Spring Warm Up Dance Party hosted by The Ellen Hermanson Foundation on Saturday at the Bridgehampton Community House. LISA TAMBURINI

Iris Keitel, Sheryl Heather, Marie McAlary at the Ellen’s Run’s Spring Warm Up Dance Party hosted by The Ellen Hermanson Foundation on Saturday at the Bridgehampton Community House. LISA TAMBURINI

Ann Ciardullo and Keith Green at the Ellen’s Run’s Spring Warm Up Dance Party hosted by The Ellen Hermanson Foundation on Saturday at the Bridgehampton Community House. LISA TAMBURINI

Ann Ciardullo and Keith Green at the Ellen’s Run’s Spring Warm Up Dance Party hosted by The Ellen Hermanson Foundation on Saturday at the Bridgehampton Community House. LISA TAMBURINI

Ann Ciardullo and Keith Green at the Ellen’s Run’s Spring Warm Up Dance Party hosted by The Ellen Hermanson Foundation on Saturday at the Bridgehampton Community House. LISA TAMBURINI

Ann Ciardullo and Keith Green at the Ellen’s Run’s Spring Warm Up Dance Party hosted by The Ellen Hermanson Foundation on Saturday at the Bridgehampton Community House. LISA TAMBURINI

The Westhampton Beach Chamber of Commerce

The Westhampton Beach Chamber of Commerce "Spring Fling" on Saturday on Main Street. The spring Fling featured food truck, sidewalk sales and live music. DANA SHAW

Nilsson performs during the Westhampton Beach Chamber of Commerce

Nilsson performs during the Westhampton Beach Chamber of Commerce "Spring Fling" on Saturday on Main Street. The spring Fling featured food truck, sidewalk sales and live music. DANA SHAW

McGruff the Crime Dog meets a fellow canine during the Westhampton Beach Chamber of Commerce

McGruff the Crime Dog meets a fellow canine during the Westhampton Beach Chamber of Commerce "Spring Fling" on Saturday on Main Street. The spring Fling featured food truck, sidewalk sales and live music. DANA SHAW

Michael Brunetti of Brunetti Pizza at the Westhampton Beach Chamber of Commerce

Michael Brunetti of Brunetti Pizza at the Westhampton Beach Chamber of Commerce "Spring Fling" on Saturday on Main Street. The spring Fling featured food truck, sidewalk sales and live music. DANA SHAW

Members of the Islamic Center of the Hamptons gathered on Friday to celebrate Eid, the end of Ramadan, in Agawam Park. DANA SHAW

Members of the Islamic Center of the Hamptons gathered on Friday to celebrate Eid, the end of Ramadan, in Agawam Park. DANA SHAW

The i-tri girls kicked off their spring slate of events with a busy weekend. On Friday, the girls welcomed Fit Nation author Natalia Petrzela for a book signing and mini workout at Athleta in Bridgehampton. On Saturday, it was the annual Mentoring Day, held at Southampton High School and including keynote speaker Natalia Petrzela, i-tri founder Theresa Roden, more than 50 mentors and approximately 160 girls from across the East End. DAWN WATSON

The i-tri girls kicked off their spring slate of events with a busy weekend. On Friday, the girls welcomed Fit Nation author Natalia Petrzela for a book signing and mini workout at Athleta in Bridgehampton. On Saturday, it was the annual Mentoring Day, held at Southampton High School and including keynote speaker Natalia Petrzela, i-tri founder Theresa Roden, more than 50 mentors and approximately 160 girls from across the East End. DAWN WATSON

On Saturday, April 29, from 10a.m. to 2 p.m. the Parsons Blacksmith Shop will kick off a celebration of 40 years in the heart of Springs with a series of live tours and metal work demonstrations free and open to the public at 1 Parson's Place right next to the Springs Library. Presented by the Springs Historical Society and Community Library.

On Saturday, April 29, from 10a.m. to 2 p.m. the Parsons Blacksmith Shop will kick off a celebration of 40 years in the heart of Springs with a series of live tours and metal work demonstrations free and open to the public at 1 Parson's Place right next to the Springs Library. Presented by the Springs Historical Society and Community Library.

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