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Michi Itami, Esme Lytle, Liza Gross and Naomi Zimmerman at the first show,

Michi Itami, Esme Lytle, Liza Gross and Naomi Zimmerman at the first show, "Making a Mark," by the newly formed Women's Art Center of the Hamptons (WACH) on Saturday at the Bay Street Theater. Along with art exhibitions, WACH's plan for the future include residencies for women artists, a demonstration kitchen, a community garden, an art reference library, an online art shop and more. The current exhibition will be on display through May 7. For more information, visit wachamptonsny.org. RICHARD LEWIN

Pokemon made an appearance at Temple Adas Israel's Purim Party last Monday, March 6, in Sag Harbor. COURTESY BONNIE MAHONEY

Pokemon made an appearance at Temple Adas Israel's Purim Party last Monday, March 6, in Sag Harbor. COURTESY BONNIE MAHONEY

Abby and Aria Russell at Project MOST's , annual

Abby and Aria Russell at Project MOST's , annual "Empty Bowls" Benefit at the American Legion Post 419 in Amagansett on Sunday. RICHARD LEWIN

Joi Perle, Wendy Van Deusen and Candace Hill at the the first show,

Joi Perle, Wendy Van Deusen and Candace Hill at the the first show, "Making a Mark," by the newly formed Women's Art Center of the Hamptons (WACH) on Saturday at the Bay Street Theater. Along with art exhibitions, WACH's plan for the future include residencies for women artists, a demonstration kitchen, a community garden, an art reference library, an online art shop and more. The current exhibition will be on display through May 7. For more information, visit wachamptonsny.org. RICHARD LEWIN

authorStaff Writer on Mar 13, 2023
MONTAUK Egg Hunt Set for Next Month The Montauk Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center has sent word that its seventh annual “Eggstravaganza” will take place on Saturday, April 1,... more

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