Peconic Landing ends summer with big bash tradition
Peconic Landing and the Brecknock Hall Foundation hosted the annual End of Summer Music & Fireworks Celebration, open to everyone on Sunday, Aug. 31.
A crowd of over 1,000 including the public and members of Peconic Landing enjoyed live music by SKYLINE and then the traditional fireworks display over the community pond.
Photos by Jeremy Garretson
More from Peconic Landing this year:
Peconic Landing in Greenport has been recognized as the leading senior living community for wellness in North America.
The International Council on Active Aging presented the 2024 ICAA NuStep Pinnacle Award in November for its commitment to fostering an inclusive, vibrant community for older adults through innovative, member-led wellness initiatives. The award also recognizes Peconic Landing’s excellence in providing holistic wellness opportunities and team wellness for its employees.
The rain held off for a dry 19th Annual John May Mile & 5K Saturday. Previous run winner and son of John May, Jack May of Guilford, Vt., took first place in the men’s division with a time just over 18 minutes. Melissa Rockwell of Orient won first in the women’s division crossing the finish line just 20 minutes and 16 seconds after the start. Times and race results were handled by elitefeats.
The event raised just under $28,000 for the Greenport Fire Department, bringing the grand total benefit to the department over the years to almost $400,000.
A U.S. Coast Guard lieutenant from Orient and her fiancé are the winners of a free wedding at Brecknock Hall, bringing a long-distance love story full circle.
United States Coast Guard Lieutenant (O-3) Kelly Dacimo, 29, and Nicholas Vivo, 27, were notified during a surprise reveal May 28, with family members present in person and via Zoom.
The couple was selected by a panel of Peconic Landing members to win the 13th annual Veterans Day Wedding Giveback, which provides a free wedding to current or former military personnel in recognition of their service.
