Join other volunteers with the Concerned Citizens of Montauk as they participate in the Great Montauk Cleanup on Saturday, April 30. Pick up gloves and a bucket and find a spot. Supplies available at the CCOM office at 6 South Elmwood Avenue. No registration is required.
This Saturday is the deadline for the Amagansett Village Improvement Society’s photography contest, “Capture Amagansett,” offered as part of its 100th anniversary celebration. All are invited to participate and share the many wonders of Amagansett through the eyes of the community. Photos should be submitted by email to info@amagansettavis.com and must be accompanied by an official entry form, available on the group’s website, keepamagansettbeautiful.com. Only one entry per photographer is permitted, and group entries are not allowed.
Complete rules and further information can be found on the website, keepamagansettbeautiful.com.
LongHouse Reserve will open to the public with its annual Rites of Spring celebration on Saturday, April 30, from 12:30 to 5 p.m. The garden will be blooming with springs flowers, nearly a million daffodils plus cherry trees, tulips and magnolias, plus there will be many new works of art on view.
For more information, go to longhouse.org.
The Sag Harbor Village Environmental Advisory Committee and Surfrider Eastern Long Island will host a beach clean up at Havens Beach in Sag on Saturday, May 7, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30.p.m.
All ages will be welcome, and attendees should wear protective shoes, pants and gloves. Trash bags will be provided. The collected trash will be picked up by the village after the event.
Upon arrival at Havens Beach, volunteers will learn about Surfrider beach cleanup programs and how to safely skim the beaches for waste. Volunteers will be encouraged to go west toward the Cormaria Retreat House beach and the beach just east of the boat yard, as well as east to Little Northwest Creek staying below the mean high water mark in the residential areas of Azurest, Sag Harbor Hills and Nivevah.
Volunteers are encouraged to register in advance at volunteer.surfrider.org and search for Sag Harbor or 11963.
For more information, contact Kathleen Mulcahy of the Sag Harbor Environmental Advisory Committee, kmmsagharbor@gmail.com; or Jenna Schwerzmann, chapter coordinator for Surfrider Eastern Long Island, jschwerzmann@easternli.surfrider.org.
The Sag Harbor Whaling Museum opens the 2022 season with “The Art of Whaling,” a collection of whaling paintings, prints and drawings from the early 1800s to modern day. Included in the exhibit will be works from various European and American artists and printers, including two prints by Frenchman Ambrose Louis Garneray that author Herman Melville said where “by far the finest … presentations of whales and whaling scenes anywhere to be found … ”
Beginning May 1, the museum will be open Thursday through Monday, from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
For more information, go to sagharborwhalingmuseum.org.
The Church will host an Artists for Ukraine art auction with more than 100 artists participating and donating 100 percent of profits to help Ukraine in its effort to sustain Russia’s brutal invasion. The nonprofit recipient will be RAZOM, an organization that directly supports Ukraine.
Artworks will be available for bidding through Saturday, April 30, at 6 p.m. The works will be on display at The Church and partnering galleries — Grenning Gallery, Keyes Art, Romany Kramoris and Sara Nightingale — on April 30, from noon to 6 p.m. with a reception at The Church on April 30 from 4 to 6 p.m.
For more information, visit thechurchsagharbor.org.
In commemoration of the Holocaust Memorial Day, on Friday, April 29, Temple Adas Israel has invited the Southampton High School students in Saundra Dubin’s Holocaust course to share what they have learned and experienced in the class. This program is titled “Being an Upstander: Voices from a New Generation” and will begin at 5 p.m. at the Old Whalers’ Church, 44 Union Street, Sag Harbor, followed by Shabbat services at 6 p.m. The program will be in-person, live-streamed and on Zoom and may be accessed on Temple Israel’s website, templeadasisrael.org
Fourteen of Dubin’s students will share stories about the Holocaust survivors whom they had met and interviewed. They will also talk about how the school’s Holocaust courses have impacted them and what changes they will make in their lives based on lessons learned.
Other students will be presenting artwork that they created based on studies in the course. Among the artwork is student-artist Luz Hernandez’s series of pictures of Janusz Korczak, a well-known pediatrician and author who ran a Jewish orphanage in Poland. Korczak chose to accompany the orphans to Treblinka, a death camp, rather than accept repeated opportunities to leave Poland. One of Hernandez’s images appears on the flyer for the Remembrance Day event.
Teens of Temple Adas Israel will chant the special mourner’s prayer, which includes the names of the concentration camps. This commemoration ceremony will conclude with the traditional lighting of seven memorial candles lit in memory of the 6 million Jews killed and 1 million others.
The Sag Harbor Masonic Club’s Tuesday Jam Session continues this week, from 7 to 9 p.m., in the Masonic Temple. The Jam Session is inspired by the late-night jam sessions and loft rehearsals in New York City.
The Masonic Temple is located at 200 Main Street, Sag Harbor, above the Sag Harbor Whaling and Historical Museum, with plenty of parking in the rear of the building.
For more information and ticket sales visit masonicmusicseries.com.
Andrea Carter Brown and Elaine Sexton will read from their poetry on Wednesday, May 4, at 6 p.m. at Canio’s Books, 290 Main Street, Sag Harbor. Attendees must provide proof of vaccination and wear a mask.
For more information, go to caniosbooks.com.
Jeffrey Sussman, the author of 15 books, the most recent being “Holocaust Fighters: Boxers, Resisters, and Avengers” and the topic of a discussion at the John Jermain Memorial Library on Sunday, May 1, at 2 p.m. The book contains stories of people who fought back against the Nazis.
For a full list of library programs, or for more information, go to johnjermain.org.
Southampton Town will offer free tree seedlings, while supplies last, on Saturday, April 30, from 10 a.m. to noon, as a celebration of Arbor Day. There are two pick up locations: Good Ground Park, 9A Squiretown Road, Hampton Bays; and the Nathaniel Rogers House, 2539 Montauk Highway, Bridgehampton.
In addition, free mulch and compost is available at the Hamptons Bays (30 Jackson Avenue) and North Sea (1370 Majors Path) recycling centers, every day of the week, from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
For more information, call 631-287-5745 or visit the town’s website, southamptontowny.gov.
The Southampton Youth Bureau will host a “Keeping Every Child Safe” workshop (in Spanish) on Saturday, April 30, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Flanders Youth Center, 655 Flanders Road. The workshop is open to parents/guardians who want to learn facts and strategies to keep children safe from abuse and bullying. Attendees will also be able to practice easy techniques to better protect children from emotional problems. Free childcare and snacks will be provided.
For more information, call 631-702-2427 or email Cara at csultan@southamptontownny.gov.
The Southampton School District will host its first Community Safety Fair on Saturday, April 30, from 9 a.m. to noon at Southampton High School, 14 Narrow Lane, Southampton.
The event, which is open to community members of all ages, will feature safety-related booths, emergency first responder vehicles to explore, public safety demonstrations and food vendors.
Emergency responders slated to participate include the Southampton Fire Department, Southampton Village Ambulance, Southampton Village Police and Dispatch, North Sea Fire Department, Southampton Volunteer Ambulance, Southampton Town Explorers, Southampton Ocean Rescue and Southampton District Security Department.
The Town of Southampton will hold the annual Candlelight Vigil on Mother’s Day eve to remember those lost to addiction and the pandemic. The annual event sponsored by the Town’s Addiction and Recovery/Behavioral Health Committee will take place on Saturday, May 7, from 7 to 8 p.m. at Good Ground Park, 9A Squiretown Road in Hampton Bays.
For more information, visit southamptontownny.gov.
A Spring Warm Up Dance Party will be the kick off event for the 27th annual Ellen’s Run (in August) on Saturday, April 30, from 6:30 to 10 p.m., at the Bridgehampton Community House.
Visit ellenhermanson.org for more information.
Join the volunteers with the Eastern Long Island Chapter of the Surfrider Foundation and the South Fork Natural History Museum as they clean W. Scott Cameron Beach on Saturday, April 30, from 11 to 1 p.m. Data will be recorded on what is collected.
To volunteer, go to volunteer.surfrider.org.
Marders will host a garden talk, “Houseplants — Choosing, Care and Maintenance” on Sunday, May 1, at 10 a.m. at the garden center, 120 Snake Hollow Road.
Email info@marders.com for mmore information.
Beginning Sunday, May 1, the New Thought Spiritual Center group is resuming its in-person 10 a.m. service at the Water Mill Community House after two years of Zoom meetings. According to Nick Rutherford, co-founder and prayer chaplain, New Thought philosophy is distinct from New Age philosophy is that the former focuses on the power within and available to each of us to create a meaningful life. This month’s topic is The Word.
The annual Ducks Unlimited barbecue will be held on Friday, May 6, from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Burnett Field House on Nowedonah Avenue. All are welcome. Tickets are $50 each. Volunteers are needed.
To purchase tickets, contact Thea at 631-276-3435.
The very popular Spring Fling at the Parrish Art Museum will take place Saturday, April 30, from 7:30 to 11 p.m.
Advance ticket purchase with preevent registration is recommended. Limited tickets will be available at the door. More information is available at parrishart.org.
“Perspectives” is the name of a photography exhibit of the work of Ron Buchter currently on view at the Southampton Cultural Center. It will remain there until May 22 with gallery hours on Thursdays through Sundays. Proceeds from any sales at the exhibit will benefit the Hamptons Youth Performing Arts Program. The photos are hand printed and include scenes from the East End of Long Island and New York City.
The Southampton Cultural Center’s Rising Stars Piano Series presents Matthew and Gvantsa Griswold on Saturday, May 7, at 6 p.m. Tickets are $20 in advance; $25 at the door; and free to those under age 21.
For more information and to purchase tickets, go to scc-arts.org.
A new exhibition is opening at the Southampton History Museum, 17 Meeting House Lane, titled “Puppies, Ponies & Pussycats: Tails of Southampton” on Wednesday, May 4. A members preview will take place on Saturday, April 30, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. (reservations required).
The exhibit combines historic photographs of people with their pets from its historic collection along with digital images of caretakers and their animal companions. Also, pet inspired artwork by three professional Southampton artists, Kimberly McSparran, Rachelle Oatman, and Dinah Maxwell Smith, will be on view.
For more information go to southamptonhistory.org.
The Omega Ensemble featuring Kevin Zhu, violin; Daniel Hass, cello; Henry Kramer, piano, will perform on Sunday, May 1, 3 p.m. at the Rogers Memorial Library. Since 1973, the Omega Ensemble has been an early supporter of many of the greatest musicians in classical music. Guests will hear current artists perform a program of works by Maurice Ravel including Sonata for Violin and Cello and Trio for Piano, Violin, and Cello in A minor. Registration required. The concert is presented by the Friends of Rogers Memorial Library.
Wednesday, May 4, at 6 p.m. brings a Zoom visit with Rob Samborn, author of “The Prisoner of Paradise.”
For information about library programs or to register, go to myrml.org.
The Hampton Bays Beautification Association will meet on Monday, May 2, at 7 p.m. at the Hampton Bays Library. The guest speaker will be Southampton Town Police Department Chief Steven Skrynecki. All are welcome.
It’s kitten season at the Southampton Animal Shelter and so it is in need of things for baby kitties. To purchase a shower gift, the kittens are registered at amazon.com/baby-reg/momma-cat-may-2022-hamptonbays/846OFG3C7D5Y.
Rotary Club of Hampton Bays will hold its 37th annual Spaghetti Dinner on Sunday, May 1, at Villa Paul Restaurant. For tickets, go to eventbrite.com and search for 37th annual spaghetti dinner.
The Southampton Youth Bureau will host a Pancake Breakfast for all ages on Saturday, May 14, from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Hampton Bays Community Center, 25 Ponquogue Avenue. Breakfast is $10 per person at the door or individuals can preregister online at southamptontownny.gov/YBpayment for $5 per person or $15 for a family with up to four members. All proceeds will benefit future community service projects.
For more information, call 631-702-2425.
The Quogue Union Free School District will hold a screening session for potential prekindergarten and kindergarten students on May 5. Contact Jenine Oudeans at the Quogue School office, 631-653-4285, for required documentation and eligibility.
Space is currently being offered to sell goods at the Westhampton Presbyterian Church Community Yard Sale on Saturday, May 28 (rain date June 4), from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. The space is approximately the size of two parking spaces. Following the sale, vendors must take leftover items away with them. Price for renting a space will be $30 until May 7, then $50 after May 7. Reservations must be made by May 21.
For more information or to reserve a space, call the church at 631-288-2576.
The Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center will continue its Thursday afternoon film series celebrating the legacies of late stars of the screen on Thursday, April 28, at 1 p.m. with “The Gospel According to Andre.” In this film, Kate Novack explores the life and career of fashion journalist Andre Leon Talley.
Go to whbpac.org for details and additional films in the series.
Tweens and teens are invited to participate in a Disney trivia event on Friday, April 29, at 5 p.m., courtesy of the Westhampton Free Library.
As part of its Link and Learn series, the Westhampton Free Library will host an informative discussion with Roxanne Zimmer of Cornell Cooperative Extension via Zoom on Tuesday, May 3, at 6:30 p.m. The talk will focus on the landscape viewed from the New York City High Line. The discussion precedes a library bus trip to the High Line on Wednesday, May 25, at 9 a.m. Tickets are $40 each.
Tweens and teens are invited to a fun Friday night craft hour on Friday, May 6, at 5 p.m.
Families can learn how to make snickerdoodle scones in honor of Mother’s Day on Saturday, May 7, at 1:30 p.m.
To register or get more information on library programs, call 631-288-3335 or visit westhamptonlibrary.net.
The New York Marine Rescue Center’s annual 5K Run for the Ridley is set for Saturday, May 7. Registration opens at 7 a.m. and the race start is at 8 a.m. on Main Street in Riverhead.
For more information, email ino@nymarinerescue.org.
Hallockville Museum Farm will host a workshop on Saturday, April 30, at 9 a.m. about the Immigrant Experience on the East End of Long Island. Local historians and retired history professors will lead a tour of two historic houses at Hallockville and present an overview of immigration on Long Island, the Polish arrival in Riverhead, and discuss insights from the 1930 U.S. Census.
The farm is located at 6038 Sound Avenue.
Tickets are $50/$65 and may be purchased at hallockville.org.
Artist Clayton Orehek will discuss the pieces in an exhibit at the East End Arts Gallery on Saturday, April 30, at 7 p.m. For the “Lights ’N Giggles Artist Talk,” the lights will be turned off to see the glowing neon pieces.
For more information, go to eastendarts.org.
After a rush of applications received by the February deadline, Peconic Landing has announced the winners of the 10th annual Veterans Day Wedding Giveback: Lieutenants Damen Weeks, 31, and Katherine Bertschi, 27, of Southold. These active-duty Naval officers were selected out of almost a dozen applicants for the annual contest, which provides a free wedding at Brecknock Hall to current or former military personnel in recognition of their service. The couple was notified during a surprise Zoom call on April 14, with family members, Peconic Landing members, and Peconic Landing team members present.
Greenport’s Run for the Petals 5K will take place on Saturday, April 30, at 9 a.m., rain or shine. More than 300 cherry trees will be in full bloom for the event, which kicks off the Agrocouncil’s annual Cherry Blossom Festival Petal Tour throughout the months of May and June.
Spirit’s Promise will honor one of its former patrons, who died a year ago, with a Rock For Garret fundraiser on Saturday, April 30, starting at 3 p.m. It will feature 70s Rock Parade and New Life Crisis performing, plus activities and country dancing. Garret’s Promise is an indoor sanctuary of healing for those piecing their lives together after a traumatic event.
To register, email events@peconiclandtrust.org or call 631-283-3195, ext. 122.
On Saturday April 30, at 10 a.m. hike the Laurel Canyon Loop in Hither Woods. The 4-mile walk will include views from the shore of Fort Pond Bay. Meet 10 a.m. at the Rod’s Valley parking area, west terminus of Navy Road, Montauk.
The walk leader is Rick Whalen; email richardwhalen@optonline.net or call 631-275-8539.
On Saturday, April 30, at 10 a.m. will be the annual Earth Day Clean-up Hike in Montauk. The 1- to 2-mile walk starts at Third House in Montauk County Park, and follow the Paumanok Path west to the south shore of Lake Montauk, collecting debris along the way. Bags and gloves will be supplied. Walk leader is Eva Moore. Call 631-238-5134, or on day of hike, 631-681-4774.
On Saturday April 30, at 10 a.m. take a 20-mile bike ride in Sag Harbor/North Haven with WLNG hosts Bill and Jessica. Helmets and bikes required. Meet at 10 a.m. at the parking lot at the corner of Bridge and Water streets.
Leader is Los Peltz; email an RSVP to lois@peltzinternational.com or 631-329-9414. Day of ride, 917-747-0885.
The South Fork Natural History Museum will hold its Adopt-a-Patch Orientation on Sunday, May 1, at 10 a.m. This marks the second year of the program that aims to restore Vineyard Field. Adopt-a-Patch was initiated in 2021 as a way to eradicate the remaining invasive autumn olive shrubs that continue to grow in Vineyard Field. Each volunteer is allotted a section of the field (their “patch”) where they will cut back any new sprouts at least once a month during the growing season. We have learned after years of mowing trails that repetitive cutting eradicates this noxious plant.
For more information or to confirm attendance, contact Greg Bellafiore at 631-283-1200.
Joe Guinta will lead a walk focused on spring bird migration on Sunday, May 1, at 8 a.m. The walk will start at SOFO in Bridgehampton.
For details, go to sofo.org.
Join scientist Rockfish Rob and artist Magical Marla for Steam Ahead Finfish & Shellfish, which will include a fish story and art stations, on Saturday, April 30, at the South Fork Natural History Museum in Bridgehampton.
Also at SOFO, the Young Environmentalist Society (YES!) will meet on Saturday, April 30, at 10 a.m. The group is for those ages 10 to 16 who want to develop a fuller awareness and understanding of the environment.
To register or for details, go to sofo.org.
Project Most, based at the Community Learning Center at Neighborhood House, has a full lineup of programs for children. Cake Pops & STEM: Marble Maze Super Combo is on tap for this Saturday, April 30, at noon. Also on Saturday, Erica Dantzler will teach Sewing 101 at 10 a.m.
For a full list of the many programs offered by Project Most, as well as details about program times and fees, go to projectmost.org.
Band applications are now available for the Southampton Youth Bureau’s 19th Battle of the Bands. This year’s competition will be held on Friday, June 10, from 8 to 11 p.m. at Ponquogue Beach in Hampton Bays. All applications and demo music must be received by 4 p.m. on Friday, May 13.
Qualifying bands must have at least one high school student who resides in the Town of Southampton, and a band must consist of a minimum of three performing musicians. To view the band application form, visit southamptontownny.gov/youthbureau and click on the Southampton Youth Bureau’s online calendar.
For more information about the submission process, call 631-702-2425.
Staff Writer on Apr 28, 2022