By: Lindsey Metselaar
Summer is well underway by now, and even though we all have so much going on, date nights should never stop being a priority. Whether you’ve been a regular Hamptonite or you’re just here for the month, here are some creative ideas to step out of your usual comforts and connect on a deeper level. It’s time to leave the kids, the animals, or simply just the sweatpants at home and try something new.
1. Catch a show at the Bay Street Theater. Just because you’re out of the city doesn’t mean you have to miss out; the Hamptons has some amazing culture to offer. Dear Evan Hansen, one of my favorite Tony Award–winning musicals, is playing at the Bay Street Theater in Sag Harbor from August 4–29. Catch an early dinner at Le Bilboquet or Beacon and head over to experience a little bit of Broadway Out East.
2. Take advantage of Guild Hall. July is coming to an end, but there’s still so much to come in August, especially when it comes to the programming at East Hampton’s Guild Hall. On August 2nd, you can enjoy a Silent Disco Dance Party with top DJs in the Furman Garden. There are also a few incredible exhibitions coming our way, including Eric Freeman’s The Volume of Color and Ross Bleckner’s Never the Less shows.
3. Head to the North Fork. Switch it up for once and head over to the beautiful North Fork. Maybe you rent a boat for the day and have lunch at Duryea’s Orient Point. Or get out in time to see the sunset and have dinner at one of the many acclaimed vineyards, like Croteaux Vineyards, Bedell Cellars, or Sparkling Pointe.
4. Support local artists and talent. Galerie Sardine is an amazing gallery in Amagansett. Grab a slice at Fini Pizza and see what artists are on display there. The Bridgehampton Museum is hosting an installation of John Chamberlain’s BurntPiano. Also, see Madoo in Sagaponack and The Ranch in Montauk.
5. Get lit at a beach bonfire. My favorite memories are time spent on Town Line Beach making s’mores. There’s no such thing as being too old for a beach bonfire. Whether you make this picnic style with dinner included, or do more of a late-night event, everyone always has fun at the beach. Just make sure at least one of you knows how to build a fire.
I’m so excited to hear what creative dates you end up trying out this summer. For more dating, couples, and motherhood tips, you can follow @wemetatacme, @wemetatbaby, and @lindzmetz on IG or check out “We Met at Acme” wherever you listen to podcasts. And if you want to be spammed with all the fresh seafood I’m eating, see @dontexpectsalads.
