Community

"Eileen was a force that made it happen. And it is still happening," said Joe Realmuto.

Figurative painter Eric Fischl will launch the 2016 series.

"As a not-for-profit organization, we are always trying to find ways to fund raise," explained Laraine Creegan.

"SoFo is very happy to be a resource center and present a platform for discussion and action with our environmental experts to learn how climate change is impacting our oceans and bays, coastal habitat, property and infrastructure, and ways we can help to correct the changes," explained Frank Quevedo.

"I pride myself on my passion and consideration for each person that walks into my restaurant," said Zach Erdem, who along with 75 Main has two new East End ventures.

"We need a big pot of money to ultimately offset the costs for fixing our problems," said Kevin McAllister.

"The most important thing we want all to take from the Shelter Island 10K Run is to give," said Mary Ellen Adipietro.

"We are positively thrilled to receive this grant from the NEA to help with the launch of 'Community Creates,'" added Steve Long, the Museum's president.

"The water that surrounds all of us is a most important issue," explained Christopher Kohan.

The "Give Where You Live" campaign was established to create awareness about the need for support of our charitable organizations on the East End.