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July
1 Tuesday- 14 Monday “Opening of 16th Annual Water Mill Museum Members Art Exhibition”
Daily 11 am- 5 pm, Closed Tues. & Weds. Sunday 1 - 5 pm. Non-juried art exhibition including oil, watercolor, pastel, mixed media, photography and sculpture. Free. Water Mill Museum, 41 Old Mill Road, Water Mill. Sponsored by Water Mill Museum 631-726-4625
1 Tuesday – Saturday August 30 “Sporting Life in the Hamptons”
The Lillywhite Family Collection Exhibit includes sports memorabilia, sporting goods, books and photography associated with the Lillywhite family of sportsmen and sports business entrepreneurs of the Victorian and gilded ages of England, Bermuda and the United States,17 Meeting House Lane, Southampton Donation: Free for members and children 17 and under Sponsored by: Southampton Historical Museums and Research Center 631-283-2494
Wednesday Nights thru August “Free Concerts at Agawam Park”
6:45pm. Pond Lane, Southampton Village. Sponsored by Southampton Cultural Center. 631-287-4377
Saturdays 28 through August 23 “Dancing Dreams”
9-10am. Bay Street’s educational outreach programs and co-sponsored by The Ross School. This program is specially designed for children, ages 3-8, with physical challenges. It is based on abilities as opposed to disabilities - each child dances in his or her own way within his or her own capability. Rather than struggling to fit into a class designed for non-challenged children, students participating in this class can progress within their own limits, among peers, and maximize their potential. Classes will be limited to 20 dancers will be held at the Ross School Lower Campus on Butter Lane in Bridgehampton. For more information or to reserve space for the Dancing Dreams program, please contact the Bay Street Theatre Education Office at 631-725-0818 ext. 102.
1 Tuesday –27 Saturday July 27 “Guild Hall Exhibition--Inspired by the Light: East End Landscapes”
Reception June 21st, 5:30 -7 pm An exhibition featuring three of the most renowned Landscape painters of our time who are all East End residents: Jane Wilson, Jane Freilicher, and April Gornik. The unifying feature being the landscape and the noted Light of East End which has inspired countless artists from the 19th century to the present. Sponsored by Guild Hall Museum, East Hampton. 631 324-0806
2 Wednesday -27 August” Safe Summer Beach Program on the East End” 8:00pm to 11:00pm Monday, Wednesday and Friday evenings. No program Friday, July 4th. Southampton Town Long Beach, Sag Harbor Free and open to all Evening recreation program held at the facility. This program is designed to be a series of safe and well supervised evenings for teens to meet friends from around the town and make new friends from around the world, outside of the business district. Outdoor basketball, ping pong, knock hockey, DJ music, Arts & Crafts, putting green, outdoor movies, football and soccer under the lights. There is a calendar of special events throughout the 9 week program. Geared toward youth from 12 to 18 years old. Sponsored by: Youth Advocacy and Resource Development of the Sag Harbor School District. 631- 725-5302, ext. 750 or email: HYPERLINK "mailto:YARDDirector@aol.com" YARDDirector@aol.com.
2 Wednesday “Knitting on the Front Porch with Mimi Finger”
2:00 Meets every Wednesday through September Rogers Mansion, 17 Meeting House Lane, Southampton Free for members and children, $5 adults Sponsored by: Southampton Historical Museums and Research Center 631-283-2494
4 Friday “Fourth of July Parade”
10am Railroad Plaza, Main Street to Monument Sq. Southampton Village, Sponsored by Commission on Veteran’s Patriotic Events, 631-283-1623.
4 Friday (Rain date: Sunday, July 6) “The Southampton Fresh Air Home’s 21st Annual American Picnic with Grucci Fireworks”
7 pm until 10 pm This will be the only fireworks event on the 4th of July in Southampton, 1030 Meadow Lane, Southampton. Orchestrated with patriotic music by the Grucci family, the fabulous Grucci fireworks display will once again be bursting in air over the Shinnecock Bay. The highly anticipated family tradition for children of all ages will include a picnic buffet; carts filled with popcorn, ice cream, hot dogs and all-American treats; arts and crafts, and carnival booths with games and prizes, all on the private grounds of an ocean-front estate. Sponsored by The Southamptnn Fresh Air Home HYPERLINK "http://www.sfah.org" www.sfah.org Information and Tickets 631.283.5847 HYPERLINK "mailto:ldevinney@sfah.org" ldevinney@sfah.org
5 Saturday “Halsey House Gala”
6pm – 8pm the ‘best summer party of the season’ takes place in a 1680 historic farm house, herb garden and orchard. Colonial re-enactors, music, and a copious groaning board of savory foods and drinks are offered to celebrate our nation’s birthday. The Thomas Halsey Homestead, 249 South Main St., Southampton $125 in advance, $150 at the door. Sponsored by: Southampton Historical Museums and Research Center 631-283-24946 Sunday “Thomas Halsey Homestead Opens for the season” 11am-4pm, Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday. 249 South Main Street, Southampton $4 Adults, Free for members and children under 17. Sponsored by: Southampton Historical Museums and Research Center 631-283-2494
6 Sunday “The Southampton Firecracker 8k Race”
8:30 am Start and Finish at Southampton’s beautiful Agawam Park, to benefit the Southampton Rotary Club Scholarship Fund. Pre-registration fee (before June 30) $20 Entry Fee day of race $25(day of race registration 7am-8am) Awards for standard age group categories, Free T-shirts for the first 350 to register by mail. Sponsored by: Southampton Rotary Club 631-283-6875
8 Tuesday- 27 Sunday “Private Lives”
Bay Street Theatre 2008 Target Mainstage, Performance time: varies , revival of Noel Coward, witty and wonderful directed by Tony Award winner Jack Hofsiss, and features Alec Baldwin and Kate Burton in the cast Tickets are on sale online only HYPERLINK "http://www.baystreet.org" www.baystreet.org .Bay Street Theatre, Long Wharf, Sag Harbor. Box Office, 631-725-9500
10 Thursday “Summer Canning Series: Jams and Jellies”
10:30am -1pm. Rogers Mansion, 17 Meeting House Lane, Southampton Members Sponsored by: Southampton Historical Museums and Research Center. 631-283-2494
10 Thursday “Beach Chair Poetry Series”
5pm. Four different poets at each event will read their work out-of-doors at different properties managed by the Southampton Historical Museums and Research Center Donations accepted, wine and refreshments will be served Location: Pergola on the lawn of the Rogers Mansion, 17 Meeting House Lane Sponsored by: Sponsored by: Suffolk County and Rogers Memorial Library 631-283-2494
11 Friday “Annual Luau”
The Sag Harbor Whaling Museum, Sag Harbor. 631-725-0770
12-13 Sat & Sun “Energy Fair”
2008 Summer Exhibit “Oil” Whales, Wells…What Next. The Sag Harbor Whaling Museum, Sag Harbor 631-725-0770
12 Saturday “Garden Tour”
10am to 3pm. Tour of note worthy and varied gardens. Tickets will be available until 1:00 pm in the United Artist parking lot, Montauk Highway, on the day of the tour for a donation of $15. A map and garden description will be provided. Sponsored by The Hampton Bays Beautification Association. 728-5938 or 728-2047.
12 Saturday The Parrish Art Museum’s annual “Midsummer Party”
7pm Cocktails, 8pm Dinner. 10pm After Ten Party (drinks, dessert & dancing) On The Parrish Art Museum Grounds, Southampton. Tickets for dinner reception start at $1,000 per person. Tickets for the After Ten party are $150 per person and $175 if purchased after June 20, 2008. 631-283-2118, ext. 41 or HYPERLINK "mailto:laclaire@parrishart.org" \o "mailto:laclaire@parrishart.org" laclaire@parrishart.org.
12 Saturday “Annual Summer Gala”
7pm-11pm on The Great Lawn in Westhampton Beach. Cocktails and dinner by renowned chef Starr Boggs and dancing to the Ric Mango Band. Silent auction. Tickets ($200 per person) Sponsored by: Family Counseling Services 631-288-1954
13, 20, 27 Sundays “Architectural Walking Tours: Historical lectures by guest architects”
Locations vary: call for directions Eight walking tours meet on consecutive Sundays in July and August 11:00 $10, free for members, call for directions. Sponsored by: Southampton Historical Museums and Research Center 631-283-2494
14 Monday-18 Friday “Time Travelers: Summer History Program for Children”
9am-3pm Travel back to the 19th century at the Rogers Mansion, 17 Meeting House Lane, Southampton, for ages 7 to 12 Fee: $350 members, $450 non-members, limited to 20, registration required Sponsored by: Southampton Historical Museums and Research Center 631-283-2494
14 Monday “Greg Proops”
8pm Comedy Club at Bay Street, Long Wharf Sag Harbor. $50. 631-725-9500, www.baystreet.org
17 Thursday “My Neighbor Totoro”
KidStreet at Bay Street Theatre, $10. 631-725-9500, www.baystreet.org
19 Saturday-20 Sunday “Art in the Park Show”
10a.m. to 5p.m Annual Art in the Park is a two day event displaying fine art and photography. Agawam Park, Pond Lane, Southampton. Free. Sponsored by: Southampton Artists Association, Inc., 631-298-1078
19 Saturday Shecky’s “Girls Day Out”
10am – 4pm. Benefit for the Southampton Historical Museum Jewelry makers, textile artists and other fine crafts people display their wares. Rogers Mansion, 17 Meeting House Lane, Southampton End of North Sea Road, open sunrise to sunset, free admission Sponsored by: Southampton Historical Museums and Research Center 631-283-2494
19 Saturday “Bay Street Theatre Summer Gala Benefit Bash”
6:30pm Bay Street Theatre on the Long Wharf, Cocktails Dinner, Dancing, Silent & Live “Fantasy” Auction. $500, 631-725-0818 email: gala@baystreet.org
19 Saturday “Southampton Rose Society Cocktail Party Fundraiser”
6:30pm-8:30pm Location to be announced. Sponsored by: Southampton Rose Society. 631-283-6509
21 Monday “Caroline Rhea”
8pm Comedy Club at Bay Street, $50. 631-725-9500, HYPERLINK "http://www.baystreet.org" www.baystreet.org
24 Thursday “Beach Chair Poetry Series”
5pm Four different poets at each event will read their work out-of-doors at different properties managed by the Southampton Historical Museums and Research Center Donations accepted, wine and refreshments will be served Location: Conscience Point Historic Site & Nature Walk, End of North Sea Road Lane Sponsored by Suffolk County and Rogers Memorial Library 631-283-2494
24 Thursday “Tom Chapin”
KidStreet at Bay Street Theatre, $15. 631-725-9500, HYPERLINK "http://www.baystreet.org" www.baystreet.org
26 Saturday “Southampton Decoy and Sporting Arts”
10am – 5pm Crafts people will demonstrate the art of making decoys, fishing tackle & wildlife sculpture. Location: Rogers Mansion, 17 Meeting House Lane, Southampton $5 admission, free for children Sponsored by Southampton Historical Museums and Research Center 631-283-2494
26 Saturday “Nick DiPaolo, Greg Fitzsimmons, Joe Matarese”
11pm Comedy Club at Bay Street, $50. 631-725-9500, www.baystreet.org
29 Tuesday-3 Sunday August “Hampton Bays Fire Department Carnival”
7 pm-11pm Firehouse, 69 W. Montauk Highway. Parade night 7 pm Wednesday 7/30 631-728-9191