Recreation

"People think that because we live in the Hamptons, our non-profits don't really need help," said Susie Roden, CWC President. "Quite the opposite is true."

"We are so excited to have a fellow Long Islander, Ralph Macchio, supporting us in bringing awareness to the injured and orphaned wildlife on Eastern Long Island," remarked Shelley Berkoski.

"So psyched to host our neighbors from the down the road," said Jason Weiner, Owner Zigmund's.

"We've been contemplating doing music for a while and it seemed like the right time for Townline to jump in, and there's no future in waiting," shared Mark Smith.

"I had so much fun hosting the Rotary Club's Trivia Night last year that they didn't even need to ask me this time around," said Paul A. Johnson.

"When I made a decision to do more for my community eight years ago, I reviewed the local clubs, Lions, Rotary, Fire Department, etc., but what helped shape my decision were my two small children," remarked Scott Wilson.

Among New York's tonier affairs, "Fiesta 2016" is co-chaired year after year by the elegant Jacqueline Weld Drake and one of New York's favorite European royalty, H.R.H. Prince Dimitri of Yugoslavia.

"We did a survey that found arts education actually increases the academic performance," noted Carl Sylvestre.

"We really need the support of the community to help us so we can have a successful year and help anyone who needs it," noted Sara Blue.

"We're so excited to be throwing this incredible party for the second year - it's so much fun to see everyone dress up and make their red carpet arrivals…and it all supports the great work we're able to do with kids and seniors all year long," shared Julienne Penza-Boone.