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Pines Profile - Guy Smith (b. 1970)
Major dance parties have long held profound social, emotional, and cultural significance within the gay community. In many ways, they are rituals of freedom, resistance, and belonging, that are deeply woven into the fabric of LGBTQ+ culture. Over time, this spirit has given rise to some of the most spectacular and imaginative celebrations in the world. For more than three decades Guy Smith has been at the center of this, bringing his unique blend of technical mastery, psychological insight, and creative vision, to craft immersive experiences that evoke joy, liberation, and connection.
The Pines Halloween Party (est. circa 1975)
The Pines Halloween Party is not just a costume ball. It is a life-affirming, booty-shaking, sexy, flirty celebration. Fueled by an energizing mix of summer hits and classics, off the chart decorations and a crowd that’s dressed (or some cases, undressed) to slay, it’s the Pines way of saying, “See you next season, darling!”
Halloween in The Pines
1970’s. It begins with a simple night at the famed Sandpiper, and evolves into Halloween in the Pines as a closing of season tradition.
The History of the Fire Island Pines / The Art of Fire Islanding Hosted by the LIM 2024
A 47 minute ride through Fire Island Pines History to current day. Hosted by The Long Island Museum. A companion to their exhibit “Fire Island The Art of Liberation.”
Fire Island Pines 60th Anniversary 1953-2013
Seasons come and go, but anniversaries must be noted. In 2013 the Pines commmunity celebrated their 60th anniversary. As done in the past a party was required and done…
Fire Island Pines 50th Anniversary 1953-2003
Another decade another Anniversary as Fire Island Pines celebrates its 50th Anniversary with a party and the premiere of the documentary “ When Ocean Meets Sky.”
The Invasion Pop-Up Museum @ the Historic Carrington Cottage
Everything you wanted to know about the Invasion, but didn’t know who to ask!
Studio 54 The Documentary & Where Ocean meets Sky exhibit 2018
On Saturday September 8th, 2018 FIPHPS held their 3rd annual end of season event with the advance screening of the new film by Matt Tyrnauer “Studio 54 The Documentary.” Also included was the exhibit of 1970 aerials “Where Ocean meets Sky.” The event sold out making it the largest attended event at Whyte Hall.
Boardwalk Talk : The DJ Discussion & Souvenirs 2017
The Boardwalk Talk was inspired by a program run by then owner Andrew Kirtzman in 2011. Our topic would be a DJ discussion with the many DJs of Fire Island.
The Dolly Parton look-alike Contest- Cherry Grove 1978.
The Dolly Parton look alike contest was part of the annual Cherry Grove Fair. Community events like this give Cherry Grove its unique history.
The Beach Olympics 1975-1981.
The Beach Olympics was a homespun event created in 1975. Most often as a fundraiser for the Pines Conservation Society. It brought the community together with unique events like wheel barrel and potato sack races, tug of war, and more.