Happy Fourth of July. And may God always bless America!On this patriotic weekend, an extra special thank you goes to Sergeant Donald Wilson, who has reenlisted in the New York Army National Guard. Sgt. Wilson, who hails from East Quogue, will continue to serve with Company B, 3-142nd Aviation.
As for me, I’m in heaven. I’m writing my column out on the terrace, the warm summer sun on my shoulders, reminding me of my all-time favorite John Denver song. The baby groundhogs are very busy destroying my bronze fennel. Wren babies are noisily begging for food in the painted birdhouse while blue jays and cardinals race to the feeders for more and more sunflower seeds, their bright colors creating magical moments in my garden. A hummingbird feasts on my planted-from-seed bright nasturtiums. And a catbird stealthily hops onto the terrace to take away some of Emmy Lou’s leftover cat food.
For me, life cannot get any better than this.
And, speaking of beautiful scenes, doesn’t downtown Main Street look great? The planters surrounding the pear trees are all abloom while, above, the beautiful cascading geraniums add to the ambiance. Many thanks go to the East Quogue Chamber of Commerce and the East Quogue Beautification Committee, respectively.
On a more serious note, the news from the hallowed halls of higher academia just keeps rolling in.
Kara Kearns earned her bachelor of arts degree in English from Boston University and Rebecca Kober received her diploma from SUNY Oneonta at a commencement ceremony that was held on May 17.
Tal Gordon of White Birch Trail made the dean’s list at SUNY Oswego. Todd, a sophomore, is majoring in business administration.
Abby McLaughlin, a member of the Class of 2015, was named to the dean’s list at Providence College.
And, finally, Kelly Crowley made the dean’s list at The University of Scranton while Jennifer Seychell was named to the dean’s list at SUNY Oneonta.
Congratulations to all our East Quogue collegians—you have made us so very proud of you!
A head’s up: Get your tickets now—before they sell out—for the hottest show west of the canal.
Thursday, July 31, is the day and Ponquogue Beach in Hampton Bays is the place to see Rick Derringer, of Hang On Sloopy fame, perform in “All For The Bays,” a live concert in which 100 percent of the proceeds will be going to our Southampton Town Trustee Bay Restoration Fund.
Also on the program will be The Doors tribute band, LA Woman, and that great reggae band, Dub Steady. WPPB radio personality Bonnie Grice will serve as host. In case of rain, the concert will take place at the Boardy Barn in Hampton Bays.
Tickets are only $20 and will be on sale at the Tuesday evening July concerts on the East Quogue Village Green. Also available are VIP tickets priced at $200 that include a meet-and-greet with Rick Derringer at Dockers Waterside Restaurant and Marina in East Quogue. To buy your tickets, just look for the East Quogue Chamber of Commerce table in the park during the Tuesday night concerts (see information below).
On The Calendar
Saturday, July 5: Artist reception at the Quogue Library for Susan Cushing, from 4 to 6 p.m. Her highly stylized narrative landscapes will be on exhibit in the Art Gallery in July.
Monday, July 7: Eastern Long Island Audubon Society meets at 7:15 p.m. at the Quogue Wildlife Refuge. Bob Adamo will present an exciting and educational “Photo Potpourri” program.
Tuesday, July 8: East Quogue Chamber of Commerce meets at 5:30 p.m. at the Quogue Library.
Tuesday, July 8: East Quogue Village Green Summer Concert Series featuring the Southampton Hospital all-star band Side Fx. The show starts at 7 p.m. There is no cost to attend and all are welcome.
Wednesday, July 9: The East Quogue Citizens Advisory Committee meets at 7 p.m. For more information, including meeting location, email Joan Hughes at joanhugheseq@gmail.com.
Thursday, July 10: The Greater Westhampton Beach Chamber of Commerce Summer Gazebo Concert Series starts at 7:30 p.m. with The Boomers’ 1960’s and 1970’s rock-and-roll concert. There is no cost to attend and all are invited.
Friday, July 11: Westhampton Garden Club’s House and Garden Tour, from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Tickets cost $50 and can be purchased online at www.westhamptongardenclub.org.
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