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Community News, October 13

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East Hampton High School's Class of 1962 gathered for its 60th reunion at The Clubhouse in Wainscott on October 1. COURTESY DAN MAEDER

East Hampton High School's Class of 1962 gathered for its 60th reunion at The Clubhouse in Wainscott on October 1. COURTESY DAN MAEDER

Patty Mitchell was given an award honoring her years of dedication to Operation International by Medhat Allam, M.D., at the Black & White Party, held October 8 at the Watermill Center. COURTESY CHARLIE GRUBB

Patty Mitchell was given an award honoring her years of dedication to Operation International by Medhat Allam, M.D., at the Black & White Party, held October 8 at the Watermill Center. COURTESY CHARLIE GRUBB

Girl Scouts from Troop 1641, who attend Eastport Elementary School, recently earned their Bronze Award. After researching community needs, they created a video to raise awareness about the importance of

Girl Scouts from Troop 1641, who attend Eastport Elementary School, recently earned their Bronze Award. After researching community needs, they created a video to raise awareness about the importance of "Adopt, Don't Shop." They also built two puppy play gyms and recycled used cookie boxes to make cat scratchers. The girls donated these items to Bideawee in Westhampton. COURTESY LORI GLUBIAK

Nancy Remkus blesses her niece Maria's dog during the Blessing of the Pets at the Old Whalers' Church last weekend. COURTESY NANCY REMKUS

Nancy Remkus blesses her niece Maria's dog during the Blessing of the Pets at the Old Whalers' Church last weekend. COURTESY NANCY REMKUS

Chris Spindler and Dory Wallace at the Horticultural Alliance of the Hamptons

Chris Spindler and Dory Wallace at the Horticultural Alliance of the Hamptons "Yard Sale" annual fundraising event at Bridgehampton Community House on Saturday. Besides Siberian Iris, American Elm, chestnut, oaks, mini hosta, bayberry, ferns and succulents, gently used garden tools, ornaments, books, containers and more, were available for purchase. All proceeds benefited the HAH John LoGerfo Library. RICHARD LEWIN

Terry Berger and Jeanine Miedzwiecki at the Horticultural Alliance of the Hamptons

Terry Berger and Jeanine Miedzwiecki at the Horticultural Alliance of the Hamptons "Yard Sale" annual fundraising event at Bridgehampton Community House on Saturday. Besides Siberian Iris, American Elm, chestnut, oaks, mini hosta, bayberry, ferns and succulents, gently used garden tools, ornaments, books, containers and more, were available for purchase. All proceeds benefited the HAH John LoGerfo Library. RICHARD LEWIN

Vito and Patricia D'Andrea, standing next to the car they dated in 52 years ago, at the annual Tyler Valcich Memorial Car Show on Sunday on the grounds of Amagansett Fire House. Established in 2015 by The Tyler Project (tylerproject.org) to commemorate the loss of Tyler to suicide in 2014, and to raise awareness of mental health concerns and cyberbullying. The Car Cruise around Montauk took place right after. RICHARD LEWIN

Vito and Patricia D'Andrea, standing next to the car they dated in 52 years ago, at the annual Tyler Valcich Memorial Car Show on Sunday on the grounds of Amagansett Fire House. Established in 2015 by The Tyler Project (tylerproject.org) to commemorate the loss of Tyler to suicide in 2014, and to raise awareness of mental health concerns and cyberbullying. The Car Cruise around Montauk took place right after. RICHARD LEWIN

Young Geno McDermott with his entry at the annual Tyler Valcich Memorial Car Show on Sunday on the grounds of Amagansett Fire House. Established in 2015 by The Tyler Project (tylerproject.org) to commemorate the loss of Tyler to suicide in 2014, and to raise awareness of mental health concerns and cyberbullying. The Car Cruise around Montauk took place right after. RICHARD LEWIN

Young Geno McDermott with his entry at the annual Tyler Valcich Memorial Car Show on Sunday on the grounds of Amagansett Fire House. Established in 2015 by The Tyler Project (tylerproject.org) to commemorate the loss of Tyler to suicide in 2014, and to raise awareness of mental health concerns and cyberbullying. The Car Cruise around Montauk took place right after. RICHARD LEWIN

Matt and Hudson Cuomo with McKenzie Simons and Joshua Tudor at the annual Tyler Valcich Memorial Car Show on Sunday on the grounds of Amagansett Fire House. Established in 2015 by The Tyler Project (tylerproject.org) to commemorate the loss of Tyler to suicide in 2014, and to raise awareness of mental health concerns and cyberbullying. The Car Cruise around Montauk took place right after. RICHARD LEWIN

Matt and Hudson Cuomo with McKenzie Simons and Joshua Tudor at the annual Tyler Valcich Memorial Car Show on Sunday on the grounds of Amagansett Fire House. Established in 2015 by The Tyler Project (tylerproject.org) to commemorate the loss of Tyler to suicide in 2014, and to raise awareness of mental health concerns and cyberbullying. The Car Cruise around Montauk took place right after. RICHARD LEWIN

The Animal Rescue Fund of the Hamptons (AFR) Stroll to the Sea Dog Walk, the two mile dog walk from Mulford Farm to the ocean and back, on Saturday. KYRIL BROMLEY

The Animal Rescue Fund of the Hamptons (AFR) Stroll to the Sea Dog Walk, the two mile dog walk from Mulford Farm to the ocean and back, on Saturday. KYRIL BROMLEY

Leading the pack at the Animal Rescue Fund of the Hamptons (AFR) Stroll to the Sea Dog Walk, the two mile dog walk from Mulford Farm to the ocean and back, on Saturday are Kacey Kromer and Cosmo. KYRIL BROMLEY

Leading the pack at the Animal Rescue Fund of the Hamptons (AFR) Stroll to the Sea Dog Walk, the two mile dog walk from Mulford Farm to the ocean and back, on Saturday are Kacey Kromer and Cosmo. KYRIL BROMLEY

The Animal Rescue Fund of the Hamptons (AFR) Stroll to the Sea Dog Walk, the two mile dog walk from Mulford Farm to the ocean and back, on Saturday. KYRIL BROMLEY

The Animal Rescue Fund of the Hamptons (AFR) Stroll to the Sea Dog Walk, the two mile dog walk from Mulford Farm to the ocean and back, on Saturday. KYRIL BROMLEY

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