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Some folks believe they are destined to be great or do great things. Others feel they are always the brightest in the room, and those who truly are feel the pulse of destiny. Sprinkled across the Hamptons are many great high achievers. All successful lives carry the weight of destiny. The settlers of the Hamptons risked all-natural safety...

In the heart of January, when the holiday festivities have dwindled and the New Year's resolutions are still fresh, our local library is offering a unique twist on the traditional happy hour concept. This Friday’s "Mix & Mingle: A Mocktail Masterclass at the Rogers Memorial Library promises an evening of creativity, community, and non-alcoholic delights. As the sun...

Every new year starts with new expectations. Some people make what is called their “New Year Resolutions.” They usually consist of losing weight, getting a new job, treating folks nicer at work, or making a boatload of money this year. Others vow to find love or to get married. There are even those who vow to get unmarried....

As I live longer, years seem to go by faster and faster. Boom! Here comes 2024. We are almost a full quarter through the 21st Century. It was 25 years ago that we watched 1999 become 2000. At that time, I worked two short blocks from Times Square, and I remember watching them prepare the 2000 “Crystal Ball”...

Louis Vuitton’s East Hampton store has reopened for the holiday season, offering a festive take on the Maison’s legendary craftsmanship, savoir-faire and innovative design. Situated on the historic main street in a landmarked building, this celebrated location boasts the complete Louis Vuitton universe, including an array of men’s and women’s ready-to-wear, shoes, leather goods, accessories, and fragrance as...

Evelyn Alexander Wildlife Rescue Center, located at 228 West Montauk Highway in Hampton Bays, is a nonprofit corporation dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating wildlife in the region. They aim to raise awareness about the many factors that threaten native wildlife through fundraising efforts, volunteers, educational programs, and much more. Dating back to 1997, and initially named the Wildlife...

I still remember the pride and joy of my dad when, in the late winter of 1961, he brought the family to see what was to be our home. The first place in the home he brought us all to was the den, which had a total red brick wall, and in the middle of it, a big...

Sag Harbor Cinema’s First Annual Holiday Open House & Member Appreciation Day is rolling out the red carpet for the Hamptons community with an all-day community celebration on Saturday, December 16th. Bring a date, bring your parents, bring your kids, or none/all of the above: it's the holidays! Perfect for casual moviegoers and cinephiles, the Holiday Open House...

You might have seen them driving around town in their large Sprinter van with the words 'Hamptons Woof Pack' plastered in white on both sides. Maybe you’ve seen the tongues out and tails wagging as they drive down Main Street. The Hamptons Woof Pack is taking over the east end, one (or four) paws at a time. Founded...

Being young isn’t easy and it seems like the rapid rise of social media technology aims to make it harder even to be young. The “playground” and classrooms extend beyond school, creating digital spaces with little to no supervision. So much information is available online, much of it false, much of it harmful. It's overwhelming for a parent...