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Southampton Arts Center is honored to welcome acclaimed author and Pulitzer Prize finalist Dava Sobel for a captivating presentation of her latest book, The Elements of Marie Curie: How the Glow of Radium Lit a Path for Women in Science. This special event will take place on Monday, January 13, 2025, from 6:00-7:00 PM, offering both in-person and...

Bideawee, one of the country’s oldest animal welfare and pet adoption organizations with locations in Manhattan and Long Island, announced the sale of 27 acres of vacant land at its Westhampton property to the Town of Southampton Community Preservation Fund. The sale, which took place on December 11, 2024, will have no effect on Bideawee’s current operations. Bideawee’s services...

The New York Women's Foundation (NYWF) ushered in the holiday season with a joyous celebration hosted by philanthropist Jean Shafiroff, honoring the Foundation’s unwavering commitment to advancing gender equity and supporting women and girls across New York. The event was a resounding success, bringing together notable guests and supporters of the Foundation's mission.

Gurney's Montauk Resort & Seawater Spa, the Hamptons’ only oceanfront resort, is excited to announce a transformative renovation of its lobby and signature dining experiences, which will further elevate the guest experience and redefine luxury hospitality on Long Island’s East End. Complementing recent renovations to accommodations and the acclaimed Seawater Spa, Gurney's Montauk continues to solidify its position...

Heart of the Hamptons is pleased to announce the most highly anticipated local fundraiser of the year, the Polar Bear Plunge. Hundreds of plungers will gather - often in festive costumes - to jump into the chilly water of the Atlantic Ocean to help support local people in need.

Saunders & Associates reinforced its commitment to the community during this year’s 11th Annual Thanksgiving Donation Drive. Thanks to Andrew and Colleen Saunders matching all funds raised dollar-for-dollar, the 11th Annual Thanksgiving Donation Drive raised an impressive $40,000 to benefit local food pantries.

Kimberly J. Nichols, ARF's Executive Director and CEO, is thrilled with anticipation about the 2024 holiday season because, under her leadership, ARF is introducing a “Giving Tree.”  She said, “You can find the ‘Giving Tree’ at the ARF Adoption Center in Wainscott or the ARF Thrift & Treasure Shop in Sagaponack.” Ms. Nichols explained, “With a donation, you...

The Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center (WHBPAC) is thrilled to announce the return of its highly anticipated Fourth Annual Holiday Stroll, taking place on Friday, December 6, from 6–9 PM along Main Street and Sunset Avenue in Westhampton Beach. 

Hamptons Community Outreach evolved from Hampton Art Camp, which was initially founded by executive director Marit Molin in 2018. The camp was started to give underprivileged children the chance to attend camp at no cost. Then, at the onset of COVID, when it was uncertain whether camp would take place that summer, Hamptons Community Outreach was born. It...

The East Hampton Historical Society is proud to announce the 39th annual House & Garden Tour, celebrating some of the finest examples of East End architecture. This year’s tour — consisting of five distinguished houses — is scheduled for Saturday, November 30, from 1 to 4:30 p.m.