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Growing up the son of a college professor and an artist, I spent a considerable amount of time at the library. Come to think of it, our house was very much like a library. Not just because it was filled with books (my parents’ home is almost insulated in words), but there was always something going on: book...

Saunders & Associates, a firm known for community involvement, announces its 9th annual Thanksgiving Donation Drive. Beginning in 2014 and every year since Saunders has established a strong tradition of giving and support for local food pantries around the East End of Long Island. In 2020 and 2021, donations from Saunders agents, staff, and the community totaled over...

Feed the East End is a virtual fundraiser, the first online fundraiser for the Sag Harbor, Montauk, and East Hampton Food Pantries to date. The event was started by Kirby Marcantonio of Montauk Life and Hampton Life as an effort to help local families who depend on food pantries every week. The fundraiser is up and running at...

There was a time in my life when for lunch I would go to Albarno’s, a drugstore that had a soda fountain counter. Hard to believe that in fifth and sixth grade we would leave school without escorts and walk home for lunch. I lived far from Our Lady of Perpetual Help, so I used to lunch at Albarno’s....

Lindsay Reichart and Gunnar Burke believe in the power of place…specifically, their home in Springs, East Hampton. Homebrewing together since 2014, Lindsay and Gunnar founded Springs Brewery together in 2021. They brew modern ales and traditional lagers that are accessible, delightful, and true to place. Brewing is their passion, and the proof is in the can. Be sure...

Wear your costumes to Spirit of the Garden: Halloween on October 29th, while you trick or treat, enjoy fall foliage and dance to the spirit of the gardens! From 10am - 12pm, bring your furry friends for Canines in Costume ($25 for members; $35 for non-members) - all dogs are welcome on the property! At 11am, 1pm, and...

Right off of 27 in Water Mill is a little sign and a little store on a big apple orchard that says “The Milk Pail”. When you see this sign it instantly creates visions of a cute little old farmer in overalls milking away a friendly cow as he directs his ten year old daughter how to do...

A much-loved fixture of Bridgehampton's Main Street is The Bridgehampton Florist, which has occupied the corner of Main Street and Corwith Avenue for 36 years (and counting). Owners Jim Osburn and Michael Grim are revered by their clients for their outstanding floral creations and their focus on providing exemplary customer service. Hamptons.com recently sat down with Jim and...

I love Long Island sweet corn. Do you know New York State is number 17 in corn production in the United States? Some people love the “Finger Lakes” region’s corn, experts say Iowa grows the best tasting corn, but I love Long Island sweet corn. October is when the last of the east end grown corn starts disappearing...

The Rescue Paw Foundation will have an adoption event at Herrick Park on Sunday, October 23rd. The event is sponsored by London Jewelers and will be an all out dog lover's dream, but it is also going to be fun for the whole family even if you don’t want to adopt! There will be pizza and gelato trucks,...