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Point O'Woods

Fire Islands' Most Private Haven

Point O Woods feels like another century, and residents here guard their privacy. This stunning community borders Ocean Bay Park on the west and a stretch of open National Seashore to the east.

About Point O'Woods

The exquisite village of Point O’Woods is the oldest and most private of all Fire Island’s communities.

In 1899, Charles Hand and William Griffin, two devoted and farsighted planners, steered the Point O’Woods Association in a direction that has been maintained for over 100 years.

The Village

The careful planning of the community, its architecture and landscaping has created a graceful, old world feel. The number of homes has remained fairly constant with the 128 originally planned by the Association in the 1920’s. Sadly, some of these gems have been lost to storms.

The wooden boardwalks meander through the lush foliage under canopies of tall trees. The classic, cedar-shingled Victorian homes are nearly hidden from view, nestled in the wild roses.

Unique on Fire Island, part of the original railroad built by Captain Clock in the 1880’s, still transports residents from the ferry to the ocean.

Point O’Woods is informal, quiet, conservative, and tasteful. The lifestyle is relaxed, and entertaining at home is the norm.

The Point O’Woods Yacht Squadron is the oldest yacht club on Fire Island, and the oldest community organization. Sailing is a passion here, and the club competes island-wide in regattas with Saltaire and Dunewood .

Tennis is played at the the Club, a magnificent example of the cedar-shingled architecture of this town. There is also a grocery store, candy shop, nature center and post office.

A day camp welcomes the children. The ferry and parking lots in Bay Shore are private, and there are no public facilities.

This family oriented community requires its residents to have children. In order to purchase a home here, families must be recommended by a club member and interviewed by the real estate committee. After renting for a year, they are eligible to buy. The land is owned by the Association, and leased to householders for 99 years. The residents are friendly, but ask visitors to respect their privacy

Point O’ Woods Fire Island

As Fire Island’s oldest community, Point O’ Woods is self-contained and offers a clubhouse, tennis courts, park, and market to homeowners. Point O’ Woods insular nature is exemplified by its massive fence that encloses the community. POW residents are preppies that treasure their private community and do their best to discourage visitors from passing through. This rustic neighborhood has a strong emphasis on family living and the look and feel of a bygone era burrowed in wooded terrain sit a collection of old houses and ancient bicycles.

Point O’ Woods has its roots as a Chautauqua retreat in 1894. While this forum for spiritual and self-enlightenment was a very popular concept at the time, the enterprise was a financial failure and dissolved within four years. Unsuccessful as the Chautauqua enterprise may have been, it gave birth to the organization of the first true residential community on Fire Island. Point O’ Woods operated on the premise of 99-year leases of the land which is held in common by the Point O’ Woods Association, while the houses themselves are privately owned. This has kept the appearance of Point O’ Woods relatively unspoiled by progress. Point O’ Woods also has an unusual demographic for Fire Island . Well-pedigreed families come from all corners of the country to summer at Point O’Woods, while many neighboring Fire Island communities are predominantly populated by New York City and greater Long Island summer residents. Point O’ Woods residents cherish their land and water sports almost as much as they value family, continuity in their way of life, and of course their privacy.

Like many of the western Fire Island communities, ferry service is out of Bay Shore, NY.

In fact Point O’ Woods pioneered Bay Shore as a launching spot for ferry service to Fire Island. Before that most ferry service to Fire Island originated out of Babylon, NY. Today the Point O’ Woods ferry line is the last remaining ferry line in Bay Shore that has not been absorbed by the conglomerate, Fire Island Ferries Inc.

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About the Association Point O’Woods is a serene, multigenerational enclave nestled on Fire Island, a mere hour’s journey from both the bustling heart of Manhattan and the refined charm of Easthampton, yet it stands timeless, 30 years removed from the pace of both. Rooted in a steadfast dedication to the essence of family living, Point O’Woods exudes an unassuming tranquility, cradled by the natural splendor of its beachside locale. Established in the late 1800s, its enduring mission is to offer residents a haven for recreation, culture, spiritual reflection, and a profound connection with nature. Across generations, the community steadfastly upholds the virtues of simplicity and communal bonds, ensuring that Point O’Woods remains a cherished sanctuary within life’s grand tapestry.

Spanning 200 acres along Fire Island’s pristine shores, Point O’Woods comprises 133 summer residences, along with accommodations for staff and essential community facilities. Governed by the Point O’Woods Association—a cooperative corporation overseen by a dedicated Board of Directors—the community’s land is collectively owned, with homeowners securing renewable, long-term leases. Through this unique arrangement, the Association meticulously manages all property transactions, maintaining a steadfast commitment to fostering a familial atmosphere. Predominantly catering to families with children, rentals are carefully orchestrated, with home sales being a rarity.

In addition to its picturesque residences and breathtaking natural surroundings, Point O’Woods boasts a plethora of amenities designed to enrich the lives of its residents across all ages. Anchoring the community’s maritime offerings is the Yacht Club, featuring 40 slips to accommodate seafaring enthusiasts. Adjacent to the sun-kissed shores lies The Club at Point O’Woods, a charming dining facility offering delectable fare with a side of breathtaking ocean views. Catering to the spiritual needs of its diverse population, Point O’Woods is home to a non-denominational Church, providing a sacred space for reflection and worship.

Ensuring seamless connectivity with the mainland, Point O’Woods features a private dock facility with ample parking, complemented by its very own ferry service shuttling residents to and from the island retreat. Essential conveniences abound, including a well-stocked Grocery Store and a quaint Candy Store, satisfying cravings both practical and indulgent. The community hub, known affectionately as the “Casino,” serves as a versatile meeting hall, hosting a myriad of events ranging from movies and dances to art shows and community gatherings.

Further enhancing the community’s appeal are its essential services, including a dedicated Post Office and a Volunteer Fire Company, ensuring the safety and well-being of all residents. Outdoor enthusiasts can revel in recreational pursuits, with amenities such as a grass ball field, 11 meticulously maintained clay tennis courts, and pristine swimming beaches dotting both the oceanfront and the tranquil Great South Bay.

Point O’Woods takes pride in nurturing the next generation, offering a comprehensive Children’s Sports Program catering to ages 5 to 13, as well as competitive sailing and tennis teen programming, fostering athletic excellence and camaraderie among youth. The community’s vibrant social scene comes alive with an array of programming, including dances, movies, and art shows, fostering a sense of belonging and cultural enrichment.

About the Position The General Manager oversees the management of both full-time and seasonal employees, facility maintenance, and financial health of the Association, adhering to established policies and bylaws. They coordinate on/off season activities under the President’s direction and collaborate with the Club’s Board and Community’s Assembly to support staff and volunteers organizing various programs. Additionally, they liaise with external partners such as the Volunteer Fire Company, Church, Yacht Squadron, and Bay Point Navigation, attending major community events and board meetings. Consulting with leadership on significant matters, the General Manager develops plans to achieve annual and long-term objectives, assisting in updating the Association’s Long-Range Plan. Fostering a cooperative team atmosphere, they prioritize responsiveness and a friendly approach to homeowner, renter, and volunteer requests, actively supporting volunteer organizations with Association resources in a positive and enthusiastic manner.

About the Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate for the General Manager position at Point O’Woods possesses a robust background spanning a minimum of 10-15 years in association or private club management, ideally culminating in a General Manager role within a similar-sized and culturally aligned community. This individual demonstrates a proven track record of effective operational and team management, characterized by integrity, creativity, and enthusiasm. Their expertise extends to areas such as facilities management, homeowners’ association management, engineering, or construction project management, with a focus on seasonal community dynamics and engagement with passionate volunteer homeowners and Board members.

Key attributes include a professional demeanor with exceptional communication skills, adept at navigating interactions with diverse stakeholders ranging from homeowners and renters to regulatory authorities and suppliers. He/she possesses a clear understanding and unwavering commitment to core values such as honesty, integrity, equity, and transparency, aligning seamlessly with the traditions and values of Point O’Woods.

Furthermore, the ideal candidate exhibits strong leadership qualities, capable of providing operational direction in line with the community’s vision while swiftly analyzing situations and communicating solutions effectively to all parties involved. He/she demonstrates sensitivity to people and adeptness in managing relationships with local government agencies and law enforcement.

Operational acumen is essential, encompassing long-range planning, capital project facilitation, and comprehensive financial management skills. The selected candidate excels in staff recruitment, training, and retention, fostering a culture of service excellence and quality consciousness throughout the organization.

With a commitment to personal engagement and residency within the Point O’Woods community, the General Manager embraces a warm, engaging personality, enjoys a family-oriented environment, and thrives on collaboration at all levels of the organization. Their sense of humor, combined with a genuine desire to contribute to the community’s well-being, ensures a seamless fit within the fabric of Point O’Woods’ unique ambiance and culture.

Apply for This Position Interested candidates should complete the online candidate profile form and submit a compelling cover letter and resume for consideration to DENEHY Club Thinking Partners at http://denehyctp.com/apply-for-a-position/ . If you have any questions or to recommend a candidate, please contact Carolyn Kepcher at 203.319.8228 or by email at [email protected] .

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Point O'Woods: 90 Years of Gentility and Privacy

By Diane Ketcham

• Aug. 28, 1988

POINT O'WOODS, Fire Island, is where you'll find sand in the church pews and Margaret Truman Daniel singing in the choir. It's where Carol Channing and the heads of the nation's top corporations go barefoot and where Sunday sermons are given by a bishop, John S. Spong, the Episcopal Bishop of Newark, but ''just another minister in residence here,'' according to one homeowner.

Point O'Woods is the place where tennis is so popular a drawing is held each morning to select the lucky ones who will play - tennis whites only - on the community's 9 clay and 2 hard-surface courts. And it's where all the Victorian buildings look the same: picturesque cottages of dark-gray cedar shingles.

''Point O'Woods is a place frozen in time,'' said Malcolm (Sandy) Stearns Jr., a resident for all of his 70 years.

The oldest settlement on Fire Island, Point O'Woods is also the most insular. Not many people have had the opportunity to visit this pleasing but very private community.

This year, Point O'Woods is celebrating its 90th anniversary; so is the community's nondenominational church, known simply as the Church at Point O'Woods.

In honor of these dual anniversaries, the residents have opened their community for a celebration. An art exhibition is on display at the Casino community house and today at 4 P.M. residents and guests can attend a concert at the church.

''I scheduled the concert in between ferries,'' said the church's choir director, Mary Monroe. A 16-piece orchestra will play, the 25-member church choir will sing and the entire community will probably attend, for on Sundays the 300-seat church is always full, Miss Monroe said.

That may be partly because the tennis courts are kept closed until after the church service, but Point O'Woods is quite unlike any other Long Island resort town.

''We're a different type of crowd,'' said Donald Reich, president of the Point O'Woods Association. ''Everybody knows everybody here. We're very family and church oriented.''

At Point O'Woods, one will find more children and more churchgoers per sand dune then any other Fire Island community. During the day, parents and children swim, go boating and play tennis; at night, the adults socialize at cocktail parties and dances.

It's an idyllic life. That may be why at Point O'Woods one will also find ''the Fence.''

A six-foot-high chain-link fence with two feet of barbed wire across the top separates Point O'Woods from its bustling neighbors to the west, Ocean Bay Park and Ocean Beach. (To the east is the unpopulated Sunken Forest.) The fence has been there as long as Mr. Stearns can remember.

''When I was a boy, we used to call the other side of the fence Mexico,'' said Mr. Stearns, a tall, jovial man with white bushy eyebrows, the ends of which droop over his eyeglasses like windshield wipers.

Liquor cannot be sold in Point O'Woods, Mr. Stearns said, noting that the ban is in the original deed. And so he and his young friends would slip under ''the Fence'' and head across ''the border'' to Flynn's, a restaurant-hotel gathering place for singles just a few hundred feet away, or to Ocean Beach for ''a night of fun.''

For Mr. Stearns, ''the Fence'' served more to keep him and his friends in than to keep others out. Today, it stands not only for ''crowd control,'' as Mr. Stearns puts it, but as a symbol separating the two worlds of Fire Island.

For many, Fire Island is the ultimate swinging singles summer scene, a place for frolicking in the surf by day and partying the night away. But for others, the pearl-white sandy beaches and absence of automobiles make the island an ideal backdrop for quiet family vacations. And there is no more family-oriented group of Fire Islanders than the residents of Point O'Woods.

Children are so important to this community, they are required. ''You must have children,'' Mr. Stearns said. ''This is a place for kids. We encourage that.'' To buy a house at Point O'Woods, you must rent first, and you won't be approved as a renter by the association unless you have children, Mr. Stearns said.

Children are everywhere, riding bikes, taking swimming lessons, sailing sunfishes.

''We came here because of the children,'' said another Point O'Woods homeowner, Clifton Daniel, who was sitting by the ocean next to a visiting child from Florida.

With all the association-sponsored programs for young people, Mr. Daniel said, ''You can throw the children out the door in the morning and not see them again until evening.''

There are so many children living in the 128 homes in Point O'Woods that when Mr. Stearns recently was host to a birthday party for his 8-year-old granddaughter, ''Ten kids showed up,'' he said, ''and that with us keeping the numbers down.''

Point O'Woods is a private community. It is run by the Point O'Woods Association, which came into being in 1898. Before that, the area was owned by the Chautauqua Assembly, a society that held summer cultural and educational progams there.

''Point O'Wooders, 20 percent of whom are fifth generation,'' according to Mr. Stearns, go back such a long way, he said, that ''some remember when Cherry Grove was just a grove of cherries.'' (Cherry Grove also claims to be Fire Island's first. It was the site of the island's first hotel-restaurant.) The Point O'Woods Association owns all the property in the community, leasing back individual plots to the homeowners. There is a waiting list of 30 names.

The association closes the community by Columbus Day. The water and electricity are turned off, the ferry stops running and all is quiet until April.

But in the summer, the concrete walkways are full. Besides the 128 homeowners, there are the Club members. The Club, which overlooks the ocean, offers dining and sleeping accommodations. It is a members-only facility, but allows more access to Point O'Woods.

Day-trippers are not welcome at this Fire Island community. The well-maintained marina, yacht club, club on the ocean, Casino community house, church, post office, grocery store, candy store, gift shop known as ''Thriffany's,'' tennis complex and mini-railroad, which carries freight and luggage to the oceanfront clubhouse, are for residents and their guests only.

The association owns its own ferryboat and has a private parking lot at the ferry terminal in Bay Shore. If a stranger boards the vessel there, he usually will be greeted at the Point O'Woods dock by an association employee.

In Point O'Woods, the Victorian homes, hidden behind bountiful green foliage or standing like sentries at watch at the ocean's edge, look the same as they did 90 years ago. That's the way the residents want it. ''No modern all-glass houses for us,'' Mr. Reich said. Any architectural changes must be approved by the association's architectural board.

In 1983, the wooden houses caused Point O'Woods its greatest tragedy. A fire killed three people and destroyed four of the homes. Ever since, fire safety has been a top priority. The community maintains its own Fire Department, and there's no shortage of volunteers.

Over the years, outsiders have taken exception to Point O'Woods's private ways. For example, there was the post office incident.

Nonresidents complained that the community's Federal post office should be available to everyone. The local solution was to turn the Post office outlet into a private post office. According to a Federal postal official, the community gave up its ZIP code and now uses Bay Shore's. Each day the ferryboat captain transports the mail between Bay Shore and the post office on Point O'Woods. The resident postmistress is paid by the association. Then there was the demonstration. ''I guess it was in the 1960's,'' Mr. Stearns recalled. ''The people down the beach were calling us WASPy snobs, they decided to protest 'the Fence' and, I guess, us. So they marched down here along the beach, carrying banners and signs.

''We decided to ignore them. Everybody stayed in their houses. When the demonstrators reached the Club, no one confronted them. No one even met them.

''They stayed around for a while, walking down to the bay, and then they left. That was the end of the protest. They never came back.'' Today, Point O'Wooders seem happy in their isolation. ''This is Fantasy Island,'' said Bishop Spong. ''You couldn't ask for a nicer summer place.''

Who owns Moscow Crocus City Hall and claims responsibility for attack?

President Vladimir Putin has not yet made a public statement about the attack.

ISIS claimed responsibility for an assault at a popular concert venue complex near Moscow on Friday.

The attack resulted in at least 40 fatalities and over 100 injuries as attackers raided the venue with firearms and incendiary devices.

The terror group asserted accountability for the assault in a brief statement released by the ISIS-linked news agency Amaq on Telegram on Friday. However, the group did not present any evidence to substantiate their claim.

Moscow, Russia: At least 40 killed and 100 wounded in mass shooting at Crocus City Hall in Krasnogorsk. One shooter arrested. https://t.co/EUCm8zogBi pic.twitter.com/eXECxA6PZ3 — Channel3 Now (@channel3nownews) March 22, 2024

Crocus City Hall, a prominent establishment under the Crocus Group, is owned by businessman and construction tycoon Aras Agalarov.

Following the attack, Agalarov and his son Emin convened an urgent meeting with security personnel and management at the venue.

The Crocus Group, headed by Agalarov, is renowned as one of Russia’s largest construction firms and has secured government contracts for significant projects, including World Cup stadiums and sections of Moscow’s Central Ring Road.

Aras Agalarov, an Azerbaijani-born billionaire and real estate mogul based in Moscow, gained international attention when he met Donald Trump in 2013 while sponsoring the Miss Universe pageant in Moscow.

Moscow, Russia: At least 12 killed and 35 injured in mass shooting at Crocus City Hall in Krasnogorsk. https://t.co/9WBWvSSB5i pic.twitter.com/qTSei6vi9E — Channel3 Now (@channel3nownews) March 22, 2024

Correspondence revealed by Donald Trump Jr. indicates that Agalarov sought to arrange a meeting between members of the Trump campaign and Russian lawyer Natalia Veselnitskaya in June 2016.

According to Russia 24 state media, the roof of the venue has partially collapsed due to the attack. The incident occurred just before the music group Picnic was scheduled to perform, as reported by Russia 24.

The band’s manager, speaking to state media, confirmed that the performers were unharmed.

The Russia Prosecutor General’s Office stated, as reported by TASS, that “Unidentified individuals in camouflage attire forcibly entered Crocus City Hall and initiated gunfire prior to the commencement of the concert.

At least 12 killed and 35 injured in mass shooting at Crocus City Hall in Krasnogorsk, Moscow Russia. https://t.co/9WBWvSSB5i pic.twitter.com/rzYIyMsZpu — Channel3 Now (@channel3nownews) March 22, 2024

Regional governor Andrey Vorobyov assured that all efforts were being made to rescue individuals.

A SWAT team was dispatched to the location, with over 70 ambulance teams and medical professionals aiding the victims. TASS reported that approximately 100 individuals were evacuated from the premises by firefighters.

Rescue operations are ongoing, with efforts focused on retrieving individuals from the roof, as stated by the Main Directorate of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Russian Federation.

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Point O'Woods

Fire islands' most private community.

Point O Woods feels like another century, and residents here guard their privacy. This stunning community borders Ocean Bay Park on the west and a stretch of open National Seashore to the east. Private ferries leave from Bay Shore

About Point O’Woods

The exquisite village of Point O’Woods is the oldest and most private of all Fire Island’s communities. It is gated so people don’t just drop in uninvited.

In 1899, Charles Hand and William Griffin, two devoted and farsighted planners, steered the Point O’Woods Association in a direction that has been maintained for over 100 years.

The careful planning of the community, its architecture and landscaping has created a graceful, old world charm. The number of homes has remained fairly constant with the 128 originally planned by the Association in the 1920’s. Sadly, some of these gems have been lost in storms.

The Village

The wooden boardwalks meander through the lush foliage under canopies of tall trees. The classic, cedar-shingled Victorian homes are nearly hidden from view, nestled in the wild roses.

Unique on Fire Island, part of the original railroad built by Captain Clock in the 1880’s, still transports residents from the ferry to the ocean.

Point O’Woods is informal, quiet, conservative, and private. The lifestyle is relaxed, and entertaining at home is the norm.

The Point O’Woods Yacht Squadron is the oldest yacht club on Fire Island and the oldest community organization. Sailing is a passion here, and the club competes island-wide in regattas with Saltaire and Dunewood .

Tennis is played at the the Club, a magnificent example of the cedar-shingled architecture of this town. There is also a grocery store, candy shop, nature center and post office.

A day camp welcomes the children. The ferry and parking lots in Bay Shore are private, and there are no public facilities.

This family oriented community requires its residents to have children. In order to purchase a home here, families must be recommended by a club member and interviewed by the real estate committee. After renting for a year, they are eligible to buy. The land is owned by the Association, and leased to householders for 99 years. The residents are friendly, but ask visitors to respect their privacy.

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