Recreation

"The idea of a peep show is retro, but the big white peepholes make it modern," explained Susanne Bartsch.

"We all know art heals," says Mrs. Shafiroff, citing art therapy utilized to treat those in need such as children battered by domestic abuse, veterans and individuals from war-torn countries suffering from PTSD, and incarcerated individuals for whom describing trauma might not be possible.

Think you have the most heinous ugly sweater? Break it out and attend these Hamptons parties.

"We are all apart of the history of beautiful Sag Harbor," shared Nancy Remkus, Sag Harbor Historical Society trustee.

Feel like donning something fancy and reveling in seasonal cheer?

In their day, the great composers actually worked with the Vienna Orchestra conductors to play the music as envisioned, Sir Christoph Wagner-Trenkwitz, the book's author, told the room.

"The Sag Harbor Lions Club is looking forward to the reception, so we can introduce our guests to the Guide Dog Foundation's work of training service dogs for visually impaired individuals," said Steven Espach.

"We are excited for the holiday party with Camp SoulGrow and the Candied Anchor as it shows kids that giving back can be fun," shared Kori Peters of The Clamshell Foundation.

"Sometimes ugly sweaters really make a beautiful difference and BNB is proud to be a partner in this Maureen's Haven event, which raises funds to serve the needs of the homeless in our area," noted Claudia Pilato.

"Blindness or low vision affects one in every 28 people over the age of 40," Alan R. Morse, JD, PhD told the well-heeled group assembled at its annual LightYears Gala.