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Beachcomber, July 11

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Christl and Kenny Meszkat at the Fresh Air Home American Picnic. Gregory W. D'Elia

Pam Michaelcheck and Michaela Keszler at the Fresh Air Home American Picnic. Gregory W. D'Elia

Mark Paviluk

I just love the smell of privet in bloom. I always wait to have the hedge trimmed so I can enjoy the fragrant smell. Of course, that does mean that... more

VIEWPOINT: A Pastor Who Brought Transformation

Father Janusz Lipski has dedicated over 13 remarkable years as the pastor of Our Lady of Poland in Southampton. To our community, he has been far more than a priest; he has embodied the role of a spiritual father, a wise guide throughout our faith journeys, a cherished friend, and an integral part of our family. His departure leaves a significant void that will be challenging to fill, as he is truly one of a kind. Deeply rooted in authentic faith, Father Janusz inspired us with his heartfelt homilies, which resonated with our life’s struggles and celebrations, and his prayers ... 16 Jun 2025 by Thea Fry

School News, June 19, Southampton Town

Successful Soccer Tournament The Southampton High School Latino Cultural Club recently hosted its 13th annual ... by Staff Writer

Summerhill Landscaping Awards Its Scholarship

East Hampton High School graduating senior Lily Griffin has been awarded the 2025 Blackmore Family Foundation Scholarship. The annual scholarship award of $5,000 is made to an outstanding high school senior graduating from one of the local high schools with plans to pursue studies in horticulture or landscape architecture. Griffin will begin the environmental studies/environmental design program at the University of Colorado, Boulder in the fall. Summerhill Landscapes’ President Declan Blackmore presented the award on June 5 at the scholarship awards ceremony at East Hampton High School. “It is an honor to present this award to Lily Griffin,” said Blackmore. ... by Staff Writer

'Addiction & Recovery' Are Topic at Upcoming Lighthouse Project

Sag Harbor Cinema will continue its year-round Lighthouse Project — a film and discussion series dedicated to mental health awareness and advocacy — with a free screening of “Half Nelson” on Sunday, June 22, at 11 a.m. The event is open to the public and will include a panel discussion with leading experts in the field of addiction and recovery. The Lighthouse Project uses film as a springboard to explore mental health topics, aiming to demystify and destigmatize mental illness, promote education, and encourage open dialogue around treatment and recovery. This second installment in the series focuses on addiction. “Half ... by Staff Writer

'Boogie Down' for the Hampton Library

The Hampton Library in Bridgehampton will hold a “Boogie Down for Books FUNdraiser Dance” on Saturday, June 21, from 7 to 10 p.m. The event will be held at the Unitarian Universalist Meeting House, 977 Bridgehampton-Sag Harbor Turnpike in Bridgehampton. This year, the event will feature Latin, ballroom, swing, and Hustle dancing, along with dance lessons. Light refreshments will be served. Tickets are $25 in advance on Eventbrite.com or $30 (cash only) at the door. For more information, go to hamptonlibrary.org. by Staff Writer

Hamptons Pride Party at LongHouse on June 21

The fourth annual Hamptons Pride at LongHouse is set for Saturday, June 21, from 5 to 8 p.m. Tickets are limited for the outdoor fundraising party that will include dance music by DJ Watts and a performance by Lynn Blue. All proceeds will benefit activities and programs for the East End’s LGBTQ+ people and their allies. This year, the event will offer the inaugural “Served With Pride” art auction, featuring dozens of local artists transforming everyday wooden serving trays into a one-of-a-kind works of art. Among the artists donating works are Dan Rizzie, Stephanie Brody-Lederman, Dan Welden, Andrea Cote, Almond ... by Staff Writer

Malloy Promoted to Chief Master Sergeant in the New York Air National Guard

Riverhead resident Timothy Daniel Malloy was promoted to chief master sergeant in the New York ... by Staff Writer

Hampton Theatre Company Awards Scholarships

The Hampton Theatre Company has awarded scholarships totaling $4,000 to four students from the surrounding area. The scholarships are given annually to local high school seniors who intend to pursue the performing arts in college. Scholarship winners this year are John Ellis, Riverhead High School; Cheyanne Metzger, Riverhead High School; Mia Pazera, Westhampton Beach High School; and Emma Suhr, Southampton High School. As part of the Hampton Theatre Company’s commitment to supporting theater arts in the community, the HTC offers Diana & Peter Marbury scholarships annually to graduating seniors from local high schools who have shown outstanding ability and commitment ... by Staff Writer

Ice Cream on the Menu at Maritime Event

The North Sea Maritime Center will host its “School’s Out: Welcome Back Ice Cream Social!” on Saturday, June 21, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the North Sea Community Schoolhouse, across from the firehouse on Noyac Road. There will be free ice cream, a kids’ DJ, face painting, and plenty of community fun to kick off the center’s season. The event is free, but RSVP at northseamaritimecenter.org as tickets are limited. by Staff Writer

Artists Sought To Teach Workshops at Warhol Preserve

The Nature Conservancy in New York is now accepting applications for its Andy Warhol Visual Arts Program, inviting artists to lead outdoor workshops this fall at the exclusive Andy Warhol Preserve in Montauk. Applications are open through July 6. The preserve — an oceanfront property donated by the Andy Warhol Foundation in 1992 — is typically closed to the public, offering a rare opportunity for selected artists to both visit and engage others in a creative experience inspired by the natural world. Supported by the Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, the program fosters a vibrant community of artists, ... by Staff Writer

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