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Night & Day 2 Benefit 1992
As the 1990’s began the need for benefits for the growing AIDS crisis became important in the Pines community. This one given by John Francis and John Gilliam. They were known as the Boulevard Boys, and played a role in benefits both in the Pines and NYC.
Ship N Shore Est. 1953/ Pines Pantry 1974
The First and Only Grocery Store in Fire Island Pines
Original copy by Juan A. Ramirez NY Times July 22,2022
For nearly 70 years, Pines Pantry has been a one-stop shop for fresh fish, baked goods and lube.
Celebrity history- Patti Smith by Robert Maplethorpe
The 1970’s brought artists of every kind to the Pines including Patti Smith a singer, songwriter, poet, painter and author who became an influential component of the New York City punk rock movement with her 1975 debut album Horses.
Pines People- Ron McKenna
Ron McKenna was a community minded person, and when he found Fire Island Pines he knew he had to be part of the communities fabric, and so he became deeply involved. In the best way. Because of his relatability he created a bond with the town of Brookhaven where the decision making happened about who could do what in the Pines. With this he became revered and relied upon in the community. It was the legacy he left that has never been replaced…
The Invasion Pop-Up Museum @ the Historic Carrington Cottage
Everything you wanted to know about the Invasion, but didn’t know who to ask!
Art history- Frank O’Hara
Fire Island was a haven for many artists. Poet Frank O’Hara was just one. His poetry was intermingled with the growing Art scene in New York. His untimely death on Fire Island only fueled his legend…
The Carrington Chronicles - Chapter 3:“Two Saxophones and Music”
On May 4, 1910, the US Senate passed Act S.1119 and forwarded it to President Taft for signature. It was the end of a 7-year nightmare for Major Carrington and the conclusion of his military career. And it was certainly most traumatic for his young son. Frank Jr. was seven years old when it began, and 14 years old when it was over. An event in a young life made more difficult by the remote nature of the circumstances.
Pines People- Pepper Fee… Growing up Pines.
In the 1960’s as the Pines was establishing itself as a community children were a big part as many straight local families from Long Island were investing as a summer home. They would have the opportunity to grow up in a different atmosphere than the one they would live in across the bay. Pepper Fee was one…
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.
The Carrington Chronicles - Chapter 2: The Inner Frank
Frank Carrington has left an anonymous yet extraordinary legacy in the Arts that spans his residence on Fire Island, 1927 through 1975. The Paper Mill Playhouse is just one chapter in his career.
The Pavilion 2004- 2010
In 2004 longtime owner John Whyte sells the Pines properties to Eric Von Kuersteiner. Von Kuersteiner begins sweeping changes with a plan to revive the Pines and bring a new generation. With that comes a new Pavilion Nightclub changing the cornerstone of the Pines…
Fire Island Music history- Mel Cheren
Mel Cheren was an entrepreneur, record company founder and nightclub boss who funded his lovers dream of the nightclub called “Paradise Garage.”
Hooray for Hollywood party @ Reflections 1988
Gloria DeMann and her husband Larry were famous throughout the Pines for throwing extravagant parties at their Bayfront home called Reflections. “Hooray for Hollywood” was one of their biggest…
Boardwalk Talk 2017 : Fashion of the Pines- Pat Cleveland.
In the 1970’s Fashion came to the Pines in many forms, and with that came the models. Most famously among them was model Pat Cleveland. Not only for her beauty, but for involvement in the community fashion shows.
Fire Island Pines People- Alexandra Akira
Alexandra Akira arrived on Fire Island at fourteen years old, she would soon call this magical wonderland her second home. A love affair with Fire Island that she carries to this day. The journey began while traveling out to Long Island from her home in Connecticut as a groupie for the rock band Twisted Sister as love of music is part of her story…
Fire Island Art history- W.H. Auden
Cherry Grove drew many people from the Art world including poet W.H.Auden. It was here they could escape New York City and all its trappings to create their Art…
The Carrington Chronicles- Chapter 1: The History of the Estate
Frank Carrington purchased his home on Fire Island in 1927. The property is located on the western boundary of Fire Island Pines, one half mile east of Cherry Grove. He lived there until 1975. He played an important role in the development of the mid-century performing arts in American culture.
The Fresco / Doll House Est.1974
Fire Island Pines has always drawn designers of every kind, and sometimes they build their dream homes leaving behind their personal stamp on history…
Fire Island Celebrity history- Marilyn Monroe
Many celebrities in the 1950’s found Fire Island to be a refuge from their stardom. Actress Marilyn Monroe was one. Her mentors famous acting coach Lee Strasberg and his family had a home on Fire Island where she would shock onlookers upon arrival…
Creating The Fire Island Dance Festival
Since the first performance in 1995, the annual Fire Island Dance Festival has become one of the most anticipated events in Fire Island Pines.