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A few days before the Invasion took place, I had the pleasure of meeting entrepreneur Tristan Schukraft for lunch at The Canteen. He is a man of vision, yet also a warm, relatable, and down-to-earth guy. By the way, The Canteen’s burnt brisket sandwich is fantastic, I highly recommend it!

Tristan Schukraft, The Entrepreneur Behind Tryst Fire Island

Posted on July 22, 2025

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Thank You, Panzi and Pines Hosts

Posted on July 20, 2025

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July, She Will Fly: What to Do and Where to Go on Fire Island and Around the Great South Bay July 18-25, 2025

Posted on July 18, 2025

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Image Keepers: Cherry Grove Archives Collection

Posted on July 15, 2025

Fire Island Modernist: Horace Gifford and the Architecture of Seduction: Expanded Edition

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A Fire Island Pines Modernist Architect Revisited

Posted on July 13, 2025

The Cherry Picked Playreading Series

Cherry Picked: A New Play Series Brings Bold Stories to Cherry Grove’s Historic Theater 

Posted on July 12, 2025

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In the Heart of July: Things to Do on the South Shore and Fire Island

Posted on July 11, 2025

FIRE ISLAND PINES, NEW YORK - JULY 04: Drag queens arrive as Tryst Hospitality celebrates the 50th Invasion of Fire Island Pines on July 04, 2025. (Photo by Santiago Felipe/Getty Images for Tryst Hospitality)

50th Anniversary of the Fire Island Pines Invasion Pulled-Off in High Style

Posted on July 7, 2025

Fire Island Dance Festival 2023.

Fire Island Dance Festival Founder, Denise Roberts Hurlin

Posted on July 7, 2025

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Cherry Grove Sweet Days

Posted on July 6, 2025

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Party in Fire Island Pines

Posted on July 6, 2025

The board then discussed the village’s potential contribution to the funding of a Fourth of July fireworks show. The Saltaire Events Organization (SEO) had previously asked the board to donate $5,000 on the condition that the group raise $21,175 to fund a $26,175 show. Carol Hochman, a Saltaire resident and a director of the SEO, shared that the group had nearly reached their goal. As of the May 30 meeting, they had almost raised $20,000. Among the board members, there was much discussion and some disagreement. Trustee Frank Wolf said that he would abstain if this were being voted on. Given the wealth of certain community members, Wolf felt it could be privately funded. Trustee Anna Kovner also disagreed with the proposal and abstained, citing the negative environmental impact of fireworks. Trustee Susan Skerritt supported the proposal, arguing that this year’s holiday holds special significance as our country’s 250th anniversary. Trustee Katie Lihn also supported it, saying, “It's an important one for the community, and the children absolutely love it.”

Where to See the Fireworks and Other Things to Do this Fourth of July Weekend

Posted on July 3, 2025

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