At the next meeting of the Bay Shore Historical Society, Pat Hogeboom will present a program on her book The Hope Chest, a story of early teachers in Nebraska, inspired by the diary of her aunt.

The meeting will be held Thurs., June 18, 7:30 p.m. at the Bay Shore-Brightwaters Library, One South Country Rd., Brightwaters. The meeting is open to the public at no charge. Refreshments will be served. For additional information, call 631-665-1707 or 631-665-1862.