Our first General Membership meeting for January 2026! All meetings are held at the BBP Library and are open to all. There is also a raffle at every meeting! See the information below about the first two meetings in January and February. Mark your calendars and see your here.

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What is the HOT in Hot Chocolate? Bean to Cup

Diane Schwindt, Historic Cook at the Ketcham Inn

Sunday, January 18, 2026

2:00pm-4:00PM

Join us for an engaging afternoon as we explore the fascinating history behind hot chocolate,

tracing its journey from the cocoa bean to the comforting beverage enjoyed for centuries.

Discover the secrets of traditional recipes and taste the richness of authentic hot chocolate.

Demonstration and tastings will be led by Diane Schwindt, the historic cook at the Ketcham Inn,

located in Center Moriches. She will use authentic 18th century tools, methods, and techniques.

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Save the Date for the February meeting:

The Roosevelts in New York City

Bill Bleyer, Author, Historian

Sunday, February 15, 2026

2:00pm -4:00pm

Historian and author Bill Bleyer, a former Newsday staff writer, will present insights from his latest book, The Roosevelts in New York City. During this presentation, Bleyer will explore the unique locations in New York City where members of the Roosevelt family lived and worked revealing the private stories and interactions that shaped this iconic American family. The presentation will highlight the Roosevelts’ enduring legacy in Manhattan, including Theodore Roosevelt’s formative years in a brownstone on East 20th Street and the influence of his uncle, Robert Barnwell Roosevelt, (former summer resident of Bayport) who lived next door in a twin brownstone and fostered Theodore’s interest in conservation.

The talk will provide an in-depth look at these notable family residences and the personal stories behind the Roosevelts’ prominence in New York City. Books will be available for purchase and signing at the event.