Recreation

"For nearly a decade, I've witnessed the children on the East End—including my own daughter—delight in and benefit from the rich educational offerings at the Museum throughout the year," said Spring Fling co-chair Laura Wynne.

"We are thrilled to partner with James Franco on another unique auction experience benefiting his charity of choice, LA based, The Art of the Elysium," expressed Herve Larren, Founder and CEO of BidKind.

Fonda's worldwide stature has allowed the actress to advocate on a national stage for gender equity and social justice.

"So many families attend to help continue to promote our local artists and musicians in and around the East End," noted Laraine Creegan, Executive Director of Montauk Chamber of Commerce.

"Our honorees truly represent the best of what it means to be supporters of the arts," said Tracy Mitchell, Executive Director of Bay Street Theater. "We look forward to toasting them at this fun event in New York City."

"For too long, we have turned our back on the world's oceans, pushing fisheries—and the communities that depend on them—to the brink," noted Oceana honoree Hansjörg Wyss.

"I organized a table at the Hampton Abbey tea that brought together friends from different parts of my life who didn't know each other," said Julie Sheehan. "In such a pretty spot, it's no surprise they hit it off and have become fast friends."

"The mission of the Foundation is to reduce the economic barriers to higher education and foster student success," noted Dr. Sylvia Diaz, Executive Director of the Suffolk Community College Foundation.

"'Taboo' is a selection of 7 special adult comedy one act shorts that are NOT the types of theater pieces we see in this neck of the woods," noted Kate Mueth, Artistic Director of Neo-Political Cowgirls (NPC). "Think Reno 911 meets 30 Rock theater version."

"It is a thrill to come together with friends each year for a special Sunday Supper benefiting Citymeals," expressed Citymeals-on-Wheels Board of Directors Co-President Chef Daniel Boulud.