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Joan McCrave of Hampton Bays is celebrating her 100th birthday on December 11.

Joan McCrave of Hampton Bays is celebrating her 100th birthday on December 11.

On October 31, , Robin Stables hosted its inaugural “Fall Fling,”  Dressage Horse Show at Mecox Bay Farms in Bridgehampton, owned by Stacy Ludlow. The event was directed and produced by renowned international Trainer and past member of the British Equestrian Team, Rebecca Robin Wilson. Throughout the day, seven riders competed in various professional dressage tests ranging from Introductory to Freestyle. The event culminated in awards with Andressa Costa of Sag Harbor taking home Grand Champion and Chris Ritchey of East Hampton, Reserve Champion.   ROB RICH PHOTOS

On October 31, , Robin Stables hosted its inaugural “Fall Fling,” Dressage Horse Show at Mecox Bay Farms in Bridgehampton, owned by Stacy Ludlow. The event was directed and produced by renowned international Trainer and past member of the British Equestrian Team, Rebecca Robin Wilson. Throughout the day, seven riders competed in various professional dressage tests ranging from Introductory to Freestyle. The event culminated in awards with Andressa Costa of Sag Harbor taking home Grand Champion and Chris Ritchey of East Hampton, Reserve Champion. ROB RICH PHOTOS

On October 31, Robin Stables hosted its inaugural “Fall Fling,”  Dressage Horse Show at Mecox Bay Farms in Bridgehampton, owned by Stacy Ludlow. The event was directed and produced by renowned international Trainer and past member of the British Equestrian Team, Rebecca Robin Wilson. Throughout the day, seven riders competed in various professional dressage tests ranging from Introductory to Freestyle. The event culminated in awards with Andressa Costa of Sag Harbor taking home Grand Champion and Chris Ritchey of East Hampton, Reserve Champion.  ROB RICH

On October 31, Robin Stables hosted its inaugural “Fall Fling,” Dressage Horse Show at Mecox Bay Farms in Bridgehampton, owned by Stacy Ludlow. The event was directed and produced by renowned international Trainer and past member of the British Equestrian Team, Rebecca Robin Wilson. Throughout the day, seven riders competed in various professional dressage tests ranging from Introductory to Freestyle. The event culminated in awards with Andressa Costa of Sag Harbor taking home Grand Champion and Chris Ritchey of East Hampton, Reserve Champion. ROB RICH

On October 31, Robin Stables hosted its inaugural “Fall Fling,”  Dressage Horse Show at Mecox Bay Farms in Bridgehampton, owned by Stacy Ludlow. The event was directed and produced by renowned international Trainer and past member of the British Equestrian Team, Rebecca Robin Wilson. Throughout the day, seven riders competed in various professional dressage tests ranging from Introductory to Freestyle. The event culminated in awards with Andressa Costa of Sag Harbor taking home Grand Champion and Chris Ritchey of East Hampton, Reserve Champion.  ROB RICH

On October 31, Robin Stables hosted its inaugural “Fall Fling,” Dressage Horse Show at Mecox Bay Farms in Bridgehampton, owned by Stacy Ludlow. The event was directed and produced by renowned international Trainer and past member of the British Equestrian Team, Rebecca Robin Wilson. Throughout the day, seven riders competed in various professional dressage tests ranging from Introductory to Freestyle. The event culminated in awards with Andressa Costa of Sag Harbor taking home Grand Champion and Chris Ritchey of East Hampton, Reserve Champion. ROB RICH

Diana Shiel, Natalie Mattson, Amalie Bandelier, Andressa Costa, Chris Ritchey, Rebecca Robin Wilson, Megan McCaffrey, Sandi Bresnick, Suzanne Hall, and Valentino Carlotti at Robin Stables inaugural “Fall Fling,”  Dressage Horse Show at Mecox Bay Farms in Bridgehampton on October 31.The event was directed and produced by renowned international Trainer and past member of the British Equestrian Team, Rebecca Robin Wilson. Throughout the day, seven riders competed in various professional dressage tests ranging from Introductory to Freestyle. The event culminated in awards with Andressa Costa of Sag Harbor taking home Grand Champion and Chris Ritchey of East Hampton, Reserve Champion.  ROB RICH

Diana Shiel, Natalie Mattson, Amalie Bandelier, Andressa Costa, Chris Ritchey, Rebecca Robin Wilson, Megan McCaffrey, Sandi Bresnick, Suzanne Hall, and Valentino Carlotti at Robin Stables inaugural “Fall Fling,” Dressage Horse Show at Mecox Bay Farms in Bridgehampton on October 31.The event was directed and produced by renowned international Trainer and past member of the British Equestrian Team, Rebecca Robin Wilson. Throughout the day, seven riders competed in various professional dressage tests ranging from Introductory to Freestyle. The event culminated in awards with Andressa Costa of Sag Harbor taking home Grand Champion and Chris Ritchey of East Hampton, Reserve Champion. ROB RICH

Members of the Southampton Elks Club recently delivered donated goods to the Veterans Administration Hospital in Northport.

Members of the Southampton Elks Club recently delivered donated goods to the Veterans Administration Hospital in Northport.

Kate Zahorsky tries on a hat at the Ashawagh Hall in Springs on Saturday were able to see and purchase artwork and crafts in a broad variety of media, from wood, metal, ceramics, paint and more, at the 11th Annual Friends Bazaar.    RICHARD LEWIN

Kate Zahorsky tries on a hat at the Ashawagh Hall in Springs on Saturday were able to see and purchase artwork and crafts in a broad variety of media, from wood, metal, ceramics, paint and more, at the 11th Annual Friends Bazaar. RICHARD LEWIN

From December 1st through December 23rd, the East Hampton Historical Society is giving visitors to the Thomas and Mary Nimmo Moran Studio on Main Street the opportunity to experience the atmosphere of a 19th century Christmas. Holiday decorations, children's toys and other mementoes of the period are available for experiencing close up. Above, Penelope Moore and Kimber Eaton at the studio.  RICHARD LEWIN

From December 1st through December 23rd, the East Hampton Historical Society is giving visitors to the Thomas and Mary Nimmo Moran Studio on Main Street the opportunity to experience the atmosphere of a 19th century Christmas. Holiday decorations, children's toys and other mementoes of the period are available for experiencing close up. Above, Penelope Moore and Kimber Eaton at the studio. RICHARD LEWIN

The East End Classic Boat Society hosted an open house on Saturday and picked the winner of its boat raffle at the club’s headquarters in  Amagansett in the Hartjen Richardson Community Boat Shop. The boat, 10-foot-long Martha’s Tender dinghy, the product of celebrated boat designer Joel White with a trailer and outboard motor are included.   KYRIL BROMLEY

The East End Classic Boat Society hosted an open house on Saturday and picked the winner of its boat raffle at the club’s headquarters in Amagansett in the Hartjen Richardson Community Boat Shop. The boat, 10-foot-long Martha’s Tender dinghy, the product of celebrated boat designer Joel White with a trailer and outboard motor are included. KYRIL BROMLEY

Jeffrey Pulis and Ray Hartjen pick the winning ticket for  its boat raffle at the East End Classic Boat Society's open house on Saturday at the club’s headquarters in Amagansett in the Hartjen Richardson Community Boat Shop. The boat, 10-foot-long Martha’s Tender dinghy, the product of celebrated boat designer Joel White with a trailer and outboard motor are included.   KYRIL BROMLEY

Jeffrey Pulis and Ray Hartjen pick the winning ticket for its boat raffle at the East End Classic Boat Society's open house on Saturday at the club’s headquarters in Amagansett in the Hartjen Richardson Community Boat Shop. The boat, 10-foot-long Martha’s Tender dinghy, the product of celebrated boat designer Joel White with a trailer and outboard motor are included. KYRIL BROMLEY

Joan Tulp with  Adeline Garcia at the LVIS Holiday open house on Saturday.  KYRIL BROMLEY

Joan Tulp with Adeline Garcia at the LVIS Holiday open house on Saturday. KYRIL BROMLEY

Southampton Town Supervisor Jay Schneiderman and Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center Executive Director Julienne Penza-Boone
kick off the the WBPAC's Holiday Stroll on December 2.  DANA SHAW

Southampton Town Supervisor Jay Schneiderman and Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center Executive Director Julienne Penza-Boone kick off the the WBPAC's Holiday Stroll on December 2. DANA SHAW

Every December the Montauk Fire Department makes sure that Montauk's Senior Citizens are not left out of the holiday celebration and feasting, by serving dinner

Every December the Montauk Fire Department makes sure that Montauk's Senior Citizens are not left out of the holiday celebration and feasting, by serving dinner "from soup to nuts"....traditionally inside the firehouse. Because of the pandemic, this year's format was grab 'n go, like last year. Seniors had the choice of driving through the parking lot to pick up their goodie bag, or, if they were unable to get there, dinner was delivered to their homes. Above Edna Steck. RICHARD LEWIN

Denise Smith-Meacham

Denise Smith-Meacham

Denise Smith-Meacham

Denise Smith-Meacham

Southampton resident Denise Smith-Meacham organized a free Thanksgiving dinner for those in need, and delivery to those who are home bound. With help from volunteers, the dinner was prepared at the Southampton United Methodist Church.

Southampton resident Denise Smith-Meacham organized a free Thanksgiving dinner for those in need, and delivery to those who are home bound. With help from volunteers, the dinner was prepared at the Southampton United Methodist Church.

Southampton resident Denise Smith-Meacham organized a free Thanksgiving dinner for those in need, and delivery to those who are home bound. With help from volunteers, the dinner was prepared at the Southampton United Methodist Church.

Southampton resident Denise Smith-Meacham organized a free Thanksgiving dinner for those in need, and delivery to those who are home bound. With help from volunteers, the dinner was prepared at the Southampton United Methodist Church.

Southampton resident Denise Smith-Meacham organized a free Thanksgiving dinner for those in need, and delivery to those who are home bound. With help from volunteers, the dinner was prepared at the Southampton United Methodist Church.

Southampton resident Denise Smith-Meacham organized a free Thanksgiving dinner for those in need, and delivery to those who are home bound. With help from volunteers, the dinner was prepared at the Southampton United Methodist Church.

Southampton resident Denise Smith-Meacham organized a free Thanksgiving dinner for those in need, and delivery to those who are home bound. With help from volunteers, the dinner was prepared at the Southampton United Methodist Church.

Southampton resident Denise Smith-Meacham organized a free Thanksgiving dinner for those in need, and delivery to those who are home bound. With help from volunteers, the dinner was prepared at the Southampton United Methodist Church.

Every December the Montauk Fire Department makes sure that Montauk's Senior Citizens are not left out of the holiday celebration and feasting, by serving dinner

Every December the Montauk Fire Department makes sure that Montauk's Senior Citizens are not left out of the holiday celebration and feasting, by serving dinner "from soup to nuts"....traditionally inside the firehouse. Because of the pandemic, this year's format was grab 'n go, like last year. Seniors had the choice of driving through the parking lot to pick up their goodie bag, or, if they were unable to get there, dinner was delivered to their homes. Above Edna Steck. RICHARD LEWIN

Diana Shiel, Natalie Mattson, Amalie Bandelier, Andressa Costa, Chris Ritchey, Rebecca Robin Wilson, Megan McCaffrey, Sandi Bresnick, Suzanne Hall, and Valentino Carlotti at Robin Stables inaugural “Fall Fling,”  Dressage Horse Show at Mecox Bay Farms in Bridgehampton on October 31.The event was directed and produced by renowned international Trainer and past member of the British Equestrian Team, Rebecca Robin Wilson. Throughout the day, seven riders competed in various professional dressage tests ranging from Introductory to Freestyle. The event culminated in awards with Andressa Costa of Sag Harbor taking home Grand Champion and Chris Ritchey of East Hampton, Reserve Champion.  ROB RICH

Diana Shiel, Natalie Mattson, Amalie Bandelier, Andressa Costa, Chris Ritchey, Rebecca Robin Wilson, Megan McCaffrey, Sandi Bresnick, Suzanne Hall, and Valentino Carlotti at Robin Stables inaugural “Fall Fling,” Dressage Horse Show at Mecox Bay Farms in Bridgehampton on October 31.The event was directed and produced by renowned international Trainer and past member of the British Equestrian Team, Rebecca Robin Wilson. Throughout the day, seven riders competed in various professional dressage tests ranging from Introductory to Freestyle. The event culminated in awards with Andressa Costa of Sag Harbor taking home Grand Champion and Chris Ritchey of East Hampton, Reserve Champion. ROB RICH

On October 31, Robin Stables hosted its inaugural “Fall Fling,”  Dressage Horse Show at Mecox Bay Farms in Bridgehampton, owned by Stacy Ludlow. The event was directed and produced by renowned international Trainer and past member of the British Equestrian Team, Rebecca Robin Wilson. Throughout the day, seven riders competed in various professional dressage tests ranging from Introductory to Freestyle. The event culminated in awards with Andressa Costa of Sag Harbor taking home Grand Champion and Chris Ritchey of East Hampton, Reserve Champion.  ROB RICH

On October 31, Robin Stables hosted its inaugural “Fall Fling,” Dressage Horse Show at Mecox Bay Farms in Bridgehampton, owned by Stacy Ludlow. The event was directed and produced by renowned international Trainer and past member of the British Equestrian Team, Rebecca Robin Wilson. Throughout the day, seven riders competed in various professional dressage tests ranging from Introductory to Freestyle. The event culminated in awards with Andressa Costa of Sag Harbor taking home Grand Champion and Chris Ritchey of East Hampton, Reserve Champion. ROB RICH

On October 31, , Robin Stables hosted its inaugural “Fall Fling,”  Dressage Horse Show at Mecox Bay Farms in Bridgehampton, owned by Stacy Ludlow. The event was directed and produced by renowned international Trainer and past member of the British Equestrian Team, Rebecca Robin Wilson. Throughout the day, seven riders competed in various professional dressage tests ranging from Introductory to Freestyle. The event culminated in awards with Andressa Costa of Sag Harbor taking home Grand Champion and Chris Ritchey of East Hampton, Reserve Champion.   ROB RICH PHOTOS

On October 31, , Robin Stables hosted its inaugural “Fall Fling,” Dressage Horse Show at Mecox Bay Farms in Bridgehampton, owned by Stacy Ludlow. The event was directed and produced by renowned international Trainer and past member of the British Equestrian Team, Rebecca Robin Wilson. Throughout the day, seven riders competed in various professional dressage tests ranging from Introductory to Freestyle. The event culminated in awards with Andressa Costa of Sag Harbor taking home Grand Champion and Chris Ritchey of East Hampton, Reserve Champion. ROB RICH PHOTOS

Kate Zahorsky tries on a hat at the Ashawagh Hall in Springs on Saturday were able to see and purchase artwork and crafts in a broad variety of media, from wood, metal, ceramics, paint and more, at the 11th Annual Friends Bazaar.    RICHARD LEWIN

Kate Zahorsky tries on a hat at the Ashawagh Hall in Springs on Saturday were able to see and purchase artwork and crafts in a broad variety of media, from wood, metal, ceramics, paint and more, at the 11th Annual Friends Bazaar. RICHARD LEWIN

authorStaff Writer on Dec 6, 2021
EAST HAMPTON TOWN Free Vaccines Available Two more COVID-19 vaccine clinics are planned in East Hampton Town in December: Mondays, December 13 and 20, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.,... more

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