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Community News for August 19, 2021

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Rachel and Sean Jacobson the Chabad of the Hamptons’ 11th Annual Benefit, called “Overflowing Blessings” on August 8. Guests had a chance to brush up on their art skills, as they took turns pouring cups of paint over the eight foot tall Kiddush Cup by Yitzchock Moully, the Pop Art Rabbi. RICHARD LEWIN
Bernard Goldberg and Norman Stark, two of the founders of the Chabad of the Hamptons, at the 11th Annual Benefit, called “Overflowing Blessings” on August 8. Guests had a chance to brush up on their art skills, as they took turns pouring cups of paint over the eight foot tall Kiddush Cup by Yitzchock Moully, the Pop Art Rabbi. RICHARD LEWIN
Jonathan Glynn and Kent Feuerring at the 4th Annual Hamptons Artists for Haiti Benefit Bash on August 7. Joelle Wiggins
Donna Karan at the 4th Annual Hamptons Artists for Haiti Benefit Bash on August 7. Joelle Wiggins
Jenny Landey, Mary Ellen Matthews and Bobby Golden at the 4th Annual Hamptons Artists for Haiti Benefit Bash on August 7. Joelle Wiggins
Beachgoer Danny Cronin snapped a shot of a whale breaching at Sag main Beach last week. DANNY CRONIN
The opening of Market Art + Design on Thursday at t Thursday on the grounds of The Bridgehampton Museum. RON ESPOSITO
Fresh local corn-on-the-cob was part of the serving during the annual Amagansett Fire Department Chicken Bar-b-que fundraiser on Sunday afternoon. MICHAEL HELLER
Robert Caro at the East Hampton Library’s 17th Annual Authors Night book signing cocktail party on Saturday evening on the library grounds. KYRIL BROMLEY
Tom Clavin and Tovah Feldshuh at the East Hampton Library’s 17th Annual Authors Night book signing cocktail party on Saturday evening on the library grounds. KYRIL BROMLEY
Mike Lupica chats with Jack Graves at the East Hampton Library’s 17th Annual Authors Night book signing cocktail party on Saturday evening on the library grounds. KYRIL BROMLEY
Christine Kennedy, Hollis Forbes and Charlotte Moss at the the East Hampton Historical Society's annual Summer Lecture Luncheon, held at the Maidstone Club featuring guest speaker architect Perry Guillot. RICHARD LEWIN
Jeffrey Feil, Debbrah Lee Charatan, Lloyd Goldmaan and Howard Lorber at the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum New YOrk Real Estate Event at The Bridge in Bridgehampton on August 5. The event raised funds in support of the museum’s mission to preserve the evidence and memory of the Holocaust. Courtesy Rise Media.
Margaret Carlucci, of Hampton Bays, will turn 100 years young this week. Welcome to the centurion club, Ms. Carlucci!

Rachel and Sean Jacobson the Chabad of the Hamptons’ 11th Annual Benefit, called “Overflowing Blessings” on August 8. Guests had a chance to brush up on their art skills, as they took turns pouring cups of paint over the eight foot tall Kiddush Cup by Yitzchock Moully, the Pop Art Rabbi. RICHARD LEWIN

Bernard Goldberg and Norman Stark, two of the founders of the Chabad of the Hamptons, at the 11th Annual Benefit, called “Overflowing Blessings” on August 8. Guests had a chance to brush up on their art skills, as they took turns pouring cups of paint over the eight foot tall Kiddush Cup by Yitzchock Moully, the Pop Art Rabbi. RICHARD LEWIN

Jonathan Glynn and Kent Feuerring at the 4th Annual Hamptons Artists for Haiti Benefit Bash on August 7. Joelle Wiggins

Donna Karan at the 4th Annual Hamptons Artists for Haiti Benefit Bash on August 7. Joelle Wiggins

Jenny Landey, Mary Ellen Matthews and Bobby Golden at the 4th Annual Hamptons Artists for Haiti Benefit Bash on August 7. Joelle Wiggins

Beachgoer Danny Cronin snapped a shot of a whale breaching at Sag main Beach last week. DANNY CRONIN

The opening of Market Art + Design on Thursday at t Thursday on the grounds of The Bridgehampton Museum. RON ESPOSITO

Fresh local corn-on-the-cob was part of the serving during the annual Amagansett Fire Department Chicken Bar-b-que fundraiser on Sunday afternoon. MICHAEL HELLER

Robert Caro at the East Hampton Library’s 17th Annual Authors Night book signing cocktail party on Saturday evening on the library grounds. KYRIL BROMLEY

Tom Clavin and Tovah Feldshuh at the East Hampton Library’s 17th Annual Authors Night book signing cocktail party on Saturday evening on the library grounds. KYRIL BROMLEY

Mike Lupica chats with Jack Graves at the East Hampton Library’s 17th Annual Authors Night book signing cocktail party on Saturday evening on the library grounds. KYRIL BROMLEY

Christine Kennedy, Hollis Forbes and Charlotte Moss at the the East Hampton Historical Society's annual Summer Lecture Luncheon, held at the Maidstone Club featuring guest speaker architect Perry Guillot. RICHARD LEWIN

Jeffrey Feil, Debbrah Lee Charatan, Lloyd Goldmaan and Howard Lorber at the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum New YOrk Real Estate Event at The Bridge in Bridgehampton on August 5. The event raised funds in support of the museum’s mission to preserve the evidence and memory of the Holocaust. Courtesy Rise Media.

Margaret Carlucci, of Hampton Bays, will turn 100 years young this week. Welcome to the centurion club, Ms. Carlucci!

East Hampton Collection Drive Room to Grow will host a collection drive for gently used baby and toddler items on Thursday, August 19, and Friday, August 20, in Montauk and... more

Wild Season

A theme sets up soon after the potatoes are planted. Not just a weather pattern but a problem pattern. Some years, it’s bearings … well, actually, it might always be bearings. They are the friction points that largely modernized farming equipment, and they see lots of grease to smooth their wear. But, besides bearings, it could be electrical issues, or hydraulic lines. This year, for us, it is tires. The first to go was a sidewall, midfield, on a tractor towing a spreader and hauling about 5 tons of lime. So there is weight on the hitch and the weight ... 24 Jun 2025 by Marilee Foster

To the Rescue

Bird chatter wakes me up most mornings at 4:30 — which is so annoying. Talk about early bird! But it’s rare to hear them when I am just falling asleep. Last week, the birds on our property were chirping away at 10:30 at night. So, I Googled to find out why this happened. There are many reasons, but I chose to see it as an omen. The omen was a turtle. Terry, my husband and pool boy, rescued a small turtle that he found on the steps of our pool. He scooped up the little guy out and put him ... by Denise Gray Meehan

Battling Beetles

What can be done about the infestation of the southern pine beetle in Suffolk County and elsewhere in the Northeast, where the beetle’s habitat has now been extended because of climate change? There were recommendations at recent conferences on the southern pine beetle issue, one at LTV, the public access television station in Wainscott, as part of its “Pine Protection Project,” and another at the Eastern Campus of Suffolk County Community College, convened by Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine. At LTV this month, Jason C. Smith, science and stewardship manager of Suffolk’s Central Pine Barrens Commission, urged “prescribed” or controlled ... by Karl Grossman

Southampton History Museum Gala Set for July 5

The Southampton History Museum will honor Cheryl L. Carter and Ed R. Donovan at its ... 23 Jun 2025 by Staff Writer

Fourth of July Parade Set

The annual Fourth of July Parade, hosted by the Commission on Veterans Patriotic Events, will take place on Friday, July 4, beginning at 10 a.m. at Railroad Plaza in Southampton Village. This year’s grand marshal is Robert Ross, recently retired as Vice President of Government and Community Relations at Stony Brook Southampton Hospital, in recognition of his longstanding service to the community. Those interested in participating in the parade must submit an application with a patriotic theme, available at southamptonvillage.org. Approved participants should arrive at Railroad Plaza no later than 8 a.m. Veterans are warmly invited to ride in designated ... by Staff Writer

CMEE Family Event Coming July 19

The Children’s Museum of the East End (CMEE) will celebrate its 15th annual Family Fair on Saturday, July 19, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. This year’s theme, Sweet Escape, promises a fun-filled morning designed for children and families to enjoy together. Highlights of the event include arts and crafts, water play, live entertainment, food trucks, sweet treats, and full access to CMEE’s brand-new playground. Each child will receive a special goodie bag to take home. Proceeds from the fair will support CMEE’s vital community programs, including its food pantry, camp scholarships, and educational outreach initiatives. Tickets start at $125. ... by Staff Writer

Hampton Bays Civic Association Meeting on July 1

The Hampton Bays Civic Association will hold its next monthly meeting on Tuesday, July 1, at the Hampton Bays Community Center on Ponquogue Avenue. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. for refreshments, and the meeting will begin at 7 p.m. All are welcome to attend. This month, the Civic Association will honor the Southampton Animal Shelter, with representatives available from 6 to 7 p.m. to share information about the animals currently in the shelter’s care. Shelter Director Chris Teakle will speak during the meeting about the shelter’s programs and discuss upcoming challenges and initiatives. Also on the agenda, Southampton Town Parks ... by Staff Writer

OLA Sabor Fundraiser at The Church on July 17

Celebrating 23 years of service, OLA of Eastern Long Island will host its signature Sabor cocktail fundraiser on Thursday, July 17, at The Church in Sag Harbor. This year’s event will be chaired by acclaimed actor, comedian, playwright, and producer John Leguizamo. A tireless advocate for Latino and immigrant rights, Leguizamo has received numerous accolades for his work, including a Primetime Emmy Award for “John Leguizamo: Freak” and a Special Tony Award honoring his decades-long commitment to bringing diverse stories and audiences to Broadway. His one-man show “Latin History for Morons” — a tribute to Latino contributions to American history ... by Staff Writer

Knights of Columbus Will Sponsor Campers At Sacred Hearts

The Knights of Columbus Southampton Council #1967 has generously donated $1,200 to the Basilica of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary to sponsor summer camp tuition for several children. The two-week camp is designed to nurture curiosity and inspire the mind, body, and spirit. Activities include art, music, dance, movement, nature exploration, science, gardening, group projects, outdoor games, and more. Each day, a local community specialist visits the camp to share their talents and creative process, introducing children to new ideas and experiences. These visits serve as the foundation for the day’s activities, which follow an integrative, multidisciplinary approach ... by Staff Writer

School News, June 26, Southampton Town

Community Food Pantry Opens at Southampton Intermediate School A ribbon was officially cut on a ... by Staff Writer

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