4th Annual Blue Claw Crab Festival

Did you catch the 4th annual Blue Claw Crab Festival thrown by the MBPOA at Marina 1? We had a great time again, despite the fact we missed the crabs. It's the second year in a row we missed out on getting the blue claw crabs the festival is named for. You really have to be the early bird to get a worm at this festival!

The entertainment was great. Remember the Drifters? We were privileged to have the DelSatins, featuring an original from the band. The music was excellent and really got everyone in the mood for fun.

Although we missed the crabs, the other food was tasty. Burgers, hot dogs, gyros, zeppoles, Italian ices, soda, beer and wine were all readily available. The vendors were interesting, with music playing and incense burning. I bought an adorable "Beach Party" lawn sign (what better to display if you live in Mastic Beach) and two wire pumpkins for fall. We all got t-shirt and sweatshirts for $2.50 apiece - who can beat that?

We enjoyed seeing Kate Browning, who always appears on the local scene. We gave her a hug and kiss and thanked her again for all she does. Bless you, Kate!

I had to reflect on the many things I like about Mastic Beach. Although we were disappointed they ran out of crabs again, it's part of what makes this place what it is. There is no waste and no excess. If you get there first, you deserve to get the goodies. It was so comfortable to hang out on our marina and relax. On Saturday, we went to a friend's party in Southhampton. Though it's a lovely place, the people have a different attitude. I love the unpretentious, laid-back attitude in our neighborhood. We're surrounded by beauty and yet act so natural and down-to-earth about it all. It's great to celebrate our neighborhood and waterfront delights every year with the Blue Claw Crab Festival - thanks MBPOA!