The nights are about to get colder and a lot darker as daylight-saving time ends at 2 a.m., this Sunday, November 6. So, don’t forget to turn back your clocks one hour as we head into standard time.Now on to very important news: The Southampton Town Board will hold a special meeting and the first public hearing on “The Hills at Southampton” on Monday, November 7, at 6 p.m., at the East Quogue Elementary School located on Central Avenue. This issue has sharply divided our hamlet and it is extremely important that, whether pro or con, you attend this meeting so that your voice can be heard.
Speaking of meetings, the East Quogue Civic Association will hold its annual meeting on Saturday, November 12, at 10 a.m., at the East Quogue United Methodist Church located on Main Street. Everyone is welcome to attend.
On a happy note, the awesome ladies of our East Quogue PTA will host their second annual holiday boutique on Thursday, December 1, from 6 to 9 p.m., in the cafetorium of the school on Central Avenue. So, mark your iCalendars and stay tuned because there will be lots more information on this fantastic event appearing in future columns.
By the way, if you are a vendor and would like to participate, please visit polarisoffice.com/d/2RQ20trk for an application.
Finally, help celebrate the great legacy of Catholic education on the East End. In anticipation of the 35th anniversary of Our Lady of the Hamptons, a list of alumni is being compiled. Plans are being made for a gathering of all graduates of the school dating back to 1982. Also included on the list will be graduates of Our Lady of Poland School (1961-1982) and Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary (1926-1982). If you are an alumnus, or know of anyone who is, please send their email address or their home address to sks@hamptons.com. You may also send this information by snail mail to Sister Kathy at 160 North Main Street, Southampton, NY 11968.
On The Calendar
Saturday, November 5: Westhampton Community Church hosts a give-away and free breakfast for those in our community who are in need. Free adult and children’s clothing will be given away from 8:30 a.m. until noon. The church is located at 116 Montauk Highway in Westhampton. To donate, please call Audrey at 631-996-2509.
Saturday, November 5: Annual seed sale fundraiser at the Quogue Wildlife Refuge, 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Bird-related gifts will be available for purchase in the Nature Center. Visit QuogueWildlifeRefuge.org or call 631-653-4771.
Saturday, November 5: Artist reception for Pamela Collins Focarino at the Quogue Library from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Her exhibit “Reflections” will be on exhibit in the art gallery throughout November.
Monday, November 7: Eastern Long Island Audubon Society meets at 7:15 p.m. at the Quogue Wildlife Refuge. Birding in Costa Rica is on the agenda. Everyone is welcome.
Tuesday, November 8: Election Day. Vote at the East Quogue Elementary School on Central Avenue between the hours of 6 a.m. and 9 p.m.
Wednesday, November 9: The East Quogue Citizens Advisory Committee meets at 7 p.m. in the library of the East Quogue Elementary School on Central Avenue.
Tuesday, November 15: East Quogue Elementary School Board of Education meets at 7:15 p.m. in the cafetorium of the school on Central Avenue.
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