Wow, what a busy weekend! The island turned green, the ferries were full, the weather cooperated when it was important, the cafes and the restaurant were open, and there were smiles all around that spring had finally arrived on the rock!
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Friday, May 24
No shock to anyone, Christopher Gaillard, was first in line once again for the annual opening of the OLOG Hit or Miss Rummage. A tradition “for 20-25 years”! And Christopher added, “I have a house full of treasure to prove it!!”
Photo Credit Lucinda Harrick
Saturday, May 25
The Union Chapel’s Spring Fair made a huge comeback on Saturday morning! Delicious baked goods, beautiful handmade items, goodies from the UC Thrifty, face painting and more!
Photo Credit Steve Head
“A dedicated team of volunteers revived the tradition after a number of years. The weather was so sunny and breezy that all the tables were moved to the courtyard under the marquee. Treasures from the thrift included two lipstick cases with mirrors and a pretty dollhouse. For the bake sale, were there 15-20 people+ who contributed baked goods. There were two long tables full of sweet treats! Maia and her friends volunteered to do face painting and the little kids enjoyed it. Local artisans sold hand-made items, including potholders and aprons, greeting cards and Christmas ornaments, and island-shaped chocolates. All of the silent auction items sold well and the total amount the church made was at least $1,000.”
The Community Garden hosted a pop-up plant sale for Grow Grow Gardens
The Fishers Island Seagrass Management Coalition hosted an interesting talk titled Native Plant Chat
Sunday, May 26
An extremely busy Sunday started early with the Peter Sanger Memorial Sea Stretcher marathon. This annual fundraising event supports the FIFD ambulance boat and all that entails.
Photo Credit to Marlin Bloethe
The American Legion and Fishers Island Fire Department’s annual parade for Memorial Day. Organized to honor the veterans near and far who have served our country traveled from the Legion to the Village Green for the wreath laying at each location. A summer picnic followed, hosted by the Legion at Post #1045.
Lighthouse Works held their Champagne & Oysters gathering to showcase the newly installed Public Works sculpture at Silver Eel Cove.
The Fishers Island Yacht Club’s annual Meeting & 138th Commissioning opened the season on West Harbor.
Photo Credit Steve Head
