BBP Heritage Association

Please join us for this special event commemorating the 125th Anniversary of Teddy Roosevelt's Presidency. Suffolk County Executive, Edward Romaine along with the Suffolk Commemorative Planning Committee and other Elected Officials and Dignitaries will host this historic event. Beautiful Meadow Croft, home to Teddy's cousin John Ellis Roosevelt, will serve as the backdrop for this brief press conference and event. Refreshments will be served and tours of the grand estate will be given to those interested in seeing how life was lived in the early 1900s. If you are interested in attending, please RSVP to suffolk250@suffolkcounty.gov All are welcome to attend.

Join us for our last Meadow Croft After Dark of the season.

Title: Heirloooms & HIdden Treasures: A Show-and-Tell Valuation

Presenter: Mark Lagnese, Estate & Property Manager & guests

When: Saturday, September 12, 2026

Time: 6:00-8:00 pm

Cost: $35.00 pp

How: Tickets sold on our website found here

This event is for BBPHA members only. Not a member, join today!

Join Mark Lagnese, estate and property manager and owner of X Marks The Spot Home Services Inc., for an entertaining and informative evening exploring antiques, collectibles, and the hidden treasures that may already be sitting in your home.

Through his work helping families manage estates and prepare properties for sale, Mark regularly encounters fascinating artwork, antiques, jewelry, and family heirlooms. During this interactive presentation, he will share practical tips for recognizing valuable items and knowing what to look for when shopping at estate sales, tag sales, and garage sales.

Topics will include how to quickly research and evaluate an item, identify signs of quality and authenticity, and determine whether you are getting a good buy. The discussion will cover gold, silver, fine art, Tiffany glass, antiques, and other interesting collectibles.

Mark will also be joined by one or two surprise guests with specialized expertise in fine art, Tiffany glass, and collectible treasures.

Bring your own treasure! Guests are invited to bring one item for an informal Antiques Roadshow–style show-and-tell and discussion of its history, characteristics, and potential value.

If you plan to bring an item, please email a photograph and any available information to Shannon Voyack at Voyackshm@gmail.com as soon as possible. Advance submissions will allow Mark and his guest specialists to research selected pieces and provide more meaningful insights during the event.

Whether you are an experienced collector, an enthusiastic bargain hunter, or simply curious about a family keepsake, this promises to be a fun and engaging evening filled with discoveries, conversation, and a few surprises.

Cocktails and conversation: 6:00–6:30 p.m.

Presentation and show-and-tell: 6:30–8:00 p.m.

Signature Drink of the Evening: Old Fashion

Enjoy a traditional old fashion along with your antiques. Whiskey, sugar, bitters, and some water will be combined to create a smooth cocktail to sip on while learning. Mocktails will be available as well.