“Beach” Fire Island’s 1st beach party- the party that started it all. 40th Anniversary 1979-2019

In 1979 the Pines community came together to raise funds for a new fire truck. The event was called “Beach.” It was a party that was a first of it’s kind, and changed the Pines forever. In 2019 we came together to celebrate the 40th anniversary…

Celebrating the 40th Anniversary with an event in 2019 was essential to our mission. Creating a book with it’s history is a legacy to leave for those to come…

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Bringing back Disco singer France Joli who celebrated the 40th Anniversary of her hit “Come to me” was mandatory to the event.

First a brunch to celebrate France Joli homecoming. Upon arrival she meets and greets.

A surprize guest singer Neil Sedaka!

Then onto our talk with all the key players of “Beach.”

(L to R) Walter Boss, Ron Martin, France Joli, Scott Bromley.

Souvenirs Beach Edition Tea Dance celebrating the 40th Anniversary begins…

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