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The Village of Southampton is spreading festive cheer throughout the holiday season with Southampton Country Holiday presents "It's a Wonderful Village."

The East Hampton Historical Society is hosting several holiday happenings throughout December that are sure to leaving you feeling jolly.

Although Santa Claus and his elves are busy getting ready for Christmas Eve, Kris Kringle is making a special stop in the Hamptons.

"SoFo is committed to giving back to the East End community," expressed Frank Quevedo, South Fork Natural History Museum's Executive Director. "And we can't think of a better way to honor our families than by helping ensure that all children enjoy this special holiday season."

Year after year, hundreds of East End residents and visitors come out to Coopers Beach in Southampton Village to take a dip in the frigid Atlantic Ocean while supporting a local Hamptons organization.

Don't miss out on this year's most anticipated holiday happenings in the Hamptons!

Nothing says holiday spirit like taking the time to give back to a local charity.

"Worldwide, the accumulation of plastic pollutes miles upon miles of shoreline and extends to all depths of the sea," East Hampton Town Supervisor Larry Cantwell said.

"Partnering with the Suffolk County Coalition Against Domestic Violence offers a unique opportunity for The Retreat to work in both Nassau and Suffolk Counties to combat sexual violence in local communities by implementing strategies proven to reduce sexual assault incidences," noted Karen Lombri, Director of Non-Residential Services at The Retreat.

"We look forward to their enthusiasm and energy in giving back to our homeless animals as part of their program each year," expressed Southampton Animal Shelter Volunteer Coordinator Gina Martini about the Hampton Bays High School Cross Country team.