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Creative Gathering at the Southampton Inn

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From left, Lenny Babbish, Fern Mallis, Joy Behar, Angela LaGreca and Randy Hemming during a creative evening of works in process at The Southampton Inn on May 17. LISA TAMBURINI

From left, Lenny Babbish, Fern Mallis, Joy Behar, Angela LaGreca and Randy Hemming during a creative evening of works in process at The Southampton Inn on May 17. LISA TAMBURINI

From left, Fern Mallis, Joy Behar and Angela LaGreca during a creative evening of works in process at The Southampton Inn on May 17. LISA TAMBURINI

From left, Fern Mallis, Joy Behar and Angela LaGreca during a creative evening of works in process at The Southampton Inn on May 17. LISA TAMBURINI

authorStaff Writer on May 26, 2025

The Southampton Inn welcomed star of “The View,” comedian, and playwright Joy Behar along with Emmy-award winning producer, comedian and writer Angela LaGreca with musical director Lenny Babbish and actor/writer Randy Hemming for a special salon for creators.

The evening showcased local talent to entertainment industry icons as they displayed their works in progress, music and stories. Notable attendees also included Fern Mallis, Donna Rubin, Amy Rosenblum, Debbie Bancroft, Bernadette Piccolomini, Ellen Krass and Michael Catalano.

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