Happy as a clam at the American Legion

Last Updated on Friday, July 20, 2012 02:38 pm Written by Rebekah Zumwalt Saturday, July 21, 2012 01:01 pm

Tony Diazza and Frank Williams lift their clams in a toast.

Photos by Keri O'Connor

There’s nothing like a good old-fashioned clambake, and the American Legion’s annual fest was no exception, putting smiles on lots of faces Saturday, July 14. The event was an occasion for residents and visitors to pay tribute both to veterans and to delicious seafood.

Bill Finnerty and Lou Deal cook up the crab cakes.

Eileen and Harry Passarell of Pittsburgh American Legion Post 540 attend the event.

Joe Kelly and Bob Kadelski steam up the clams.

Rick and Mary Baker, John and Seamus Hewit, their mom Virginia, and their awesome friend Evelyn Ano, all from New York. The group comes to Brigantine every summer for this event.

Debbie Barrett, Beth Heenan, and Rick Jacobs.