The CommPost

Cutchogue Civic Annual Meeting & Get-Together

On Dec. 11 the Cutchogue Civic Association held its annual meeting, then celebrated three great years with a get-together at Sannino Vineyard. The cold winds didn’t deter the group from looking back at all they’ve accomplished and having spirited discussions about future plans to keep the community abreast on issues of importance.

Kogelschatz – Pildes

Stuart W. Kogelschatz and Lisa Raye Pildes are to be married Dec. 30 at the Biltmore Estate in Asheville, N.C. 

Mr. Kogelschatz, a longtime former resident of Greenport, was the proprietor of White’s Hardware store for 25 years. Ms. Pildes is a graduate, who earned a MSW from NYU. Her parents, Drs. Ed and Carol Beaugard, reside at Peconic Landing. The couple recently bought a home and have relocated to North Carolina. They will have a small reception in Greenport in the spring. They have had a long-term loving relationship for many years and look forward to spending the rest of their lives together.

Northern Lights over Southold

Worth fighting the cold and wind! These photos were taken from my backyard.

Become a CAST volunteer!

Join us on Wednesday, October 8, at 5:30 PM at CAST for our Volunteer Orientation! Come learn more about CAST and discover how your time, talents, and skills can make a real difference in our community. For more information, email [email protected]. We can’t wait to see you there!

Grace Emily Shipman – Caleb Ray Olmstead

It is with great joy that Mr. and Mrs. William Shipman announce the marriage of their daughter, Grace Emily to Caleb Ray Olmstead, son of Mr. and Mrs. Joel Kunkel of Pioneer, Ohio.
The wedding took place June 14 on Grace’s grandparents’ Christmas tree farm, in Mattituck, N.Y., in the presence of their immediate family and closest circle.
The happy couple now reside in Montpelier, Ohio.

Seismatics top Greenport Battle of the Bands

The second Greenport Battle of the Bands rocked Mitchell Park on Labor Day. Daydream, a rock and pop group, Swann Live, R&B and soul tunes, Seismatics, high-energy rock, and Sweet Ride, rock and roll, country, blues and more duked it out on stage. The applause meter and judging panel confirmed Seismatics as the champions. Photos courtesy of Andrea Malinowski

Author Talk and Dedication Highlight Community History

The Mattituck-Laurel Library recently welcomed author and journalist Steve Wick for an author talk and book signing of his latest work, All That Remains. The book tells the story of the last migrant farm workers in Cutchogue, NY, and features poignant photographs by former Newsday photographer and Wick’s longtime colleague, Viorel Florescu. During the event, the library dedicated a copy of All That Remains to the Unity Baptist Church of Mattituck as part of its ongoing commitment to preservation and remembrance. The dedication acknowledged the people whose lives and contributions helped shape the land and community — voices that had long been marginalized and excluded from the broader story of shared history.

Rites of Spring Music Festival completes Piano Rites

Rites of Spring Music Festival, led by founder and Artistic Director Paolo Bartolani, just completed its very first all piano series, Piano Rites. The series included three inspiring recitals with pianists Inna Faliks, Fei-Fei Dong, and Vladimir Petrov. Each recital featured a range of repertoire spanning from piano classics to contemporary works, and every performance was greeted by an enthusiastic audience. Photos by Priya Fink

Cutchogue Civic Association Get-Together

The Cutchogue Civic Association gathered at McCall Wines to enjoy a summer evening, meet new friends, and celebrate three years of growth and success.

Kent Animal Shelter holds grand opening ceremony

Pam Green, executive director of Kent Animal Shelter in Calverton, cuts the ribbon for the new dog care facility at Kent Aug. 14 during the grand opening ceremony. Both Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine and Assemblywoman Jodi Giglio gave remarks and presented Ms. Green with accolades. They also officially named the new isolation center after Ms. Green in a surprise addition to the ceremony.