In recognition of the month of May as Older Americans Month, Peconic Landing hosted the annual John May Mile & 5K event on Saturday, May 11, to benefit the Greenport Fire Department. Peconic Landing also presented the Older Americans Champion Award to Z. Micah Kaplan, MD, a member of our shul, for his many contributions to the administration of Eastern Long Island Hospital. The award honors local individuals or organizations for their years of service and dedication to older Americans, acknowledging the contributions they make to improve the lives of seniors on the East End.

“Dr. Kaplan is a dedicated and caring medical professional,” said Robert J. Syron, president and CEO of Peconic Landing. “He is a highly respected primary care physician, and we are proud to honor him”

Previous winners have included State Senator Kenneth LaValle, Southold Town Supervisor Scott Russell, and Paul J. Connor III of Eastern Long Island Hospital.