Now that Labor Day is in the rearview mirror, plenty of locales can really strut their South Fork stuff for East End residents and visitors alike. As we’ve said before, September truly is the most beautiful time of year here in our little corner of the world. Piggybacking on that relaxed, feel good energy, this weekend sees lots of good music, good food and good times from Montauk to Manorville.
Southampton Arts Center hosts a jazz concert, the library in Hampton Bays hosts a performance from Long Island’s own country crooner Gene Casey, and Kizzy T’s in East Hampton has a duo of dj’s following their Latin-themed dinner service. They’ll be playing the Colombia v. Peru soccer game later tonight, so get there early to get a good viewing seat.
If you need to get a little exercise in, participate in a 5K at Mashashimuet Park on Sunday in Sag Harbor or take in a self-guided tour of some of the most pristine private gardens throughout East Hampton village and Wainscott.
Feeling festive? Get in the autumnal spirit with an Apple Festival at Cassidy Hill Farm in Manorville or chow down on some seriously good local seafood at the Montauk Seafood Festival on the Village Green.
Make this weekend your oyster.
Spend time with writers and musicians in Hampton Bays
Spend Saturday afternoon with Southold-based author Matthew Daddona at the Hampton Bays Library tomorrow, Sept. 7. Beginning at 1 p.m., Daddona, who recently released his debut novel The Longitude of Grief, will read from his work, discuss his process and invite guests to an open writing period. On Sunday at the library, it’s the East End’s very own country crooner Gene Casey, featuring upright bassist Peter Crugnale at 2 p.m..
Run (or walk) for a cause
The 4th Annual Mashashimuet Park Friends & Family 5K Run is on Sunday, Sept. 8, starting at 8:30 a.m., rain or shine. Folks of all ages can participate in this tour (whether you’re running or walking it) through Sag Harbor’s historic village. Pre-registration is $25, $15 for kids under 14. Day-of registration is $30, $20 for kids under 14. All proceeds will go to refurbishing the park’s historic structures as well as its scholarship fund. For more details, including a route for the run, click here.
Enjoy jazz at The Parrish and SAC
Tonight at the Parrish Art Museum in Water Mill, Summer Jazz on the Terrace concludes with a performance from saxophonist Sarah Hanahan. The New York City based musician, along with her trio, is an up-and-coming jazz artist, who just released her debut album this past June. Show starts at 6 p.m.. Tickets are $45 for adults, $40 for seniors, $35 for members, $25 for students, $15 for kids under 17. Get yours here. Double bass player Santi Debriano and his nonet, Arkestra Bembé, play at Southampton Arts Center this Saturday. Presented in collaboration by Hamptons JazzFest, the concert ($30, $25 for members) will take place outdoors at SAC’s theater. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the concert starts at 7 p.m.. The performance is sure to be a unique sound of jazz, acoustic guitar with supersonic West African and Caribbean vibes.
Attend an apple fest
Cassidy Hill Farm in Manorville hosts its Apple Festival this Saturday and Sunday. Featuring fun attractions for the whole family, activities will include a make-your-own apple crisp tray to bake at home, a bouncy house, and the opportunity to visit with farm animals. Goodies will be available from local vendors, such as Tasty Taxi, Lotus Handmade Jewelry, Zoe’s Kandlhaus, Two Aunties Boutique and Vibing High Creations. The apple theme runs deep here, as there’ll also be apple ice cream, muffins, cider donuts and much, much more. Fun starts at noon both days and lasts until 5 p.m. Cassidy Hill is located at 30 North Street. $20 donation per family. Call 631-513-6159.
Play pickleball, win prizes in WHB
HUGS, Inc. hosts a Pickbleball Fundraiser this Saturday afternoon at Westhampton Beach Tennis and Sport. Beginning at 2:30 p.m., all skill levels are welcome (and encouraged) to gather at 86 Depot Road in Westhampton Beach for a 3 p.m. pickleball tournament, as well as raffles, prizes giveaways and refreshments. $65 per person.
Root, dine and dance at Kizzy T’s
Catch the soccer match between Colombia and Peru at Kizzy T’s in East Hampton tonight. As part of the resto’s latest promotion, “Besos,” the menu will contain specialty South American/Latino fusion food items. Dinner starts at 5 p.m. and the game is at 9:30 p.m.. Music follows with DJ Chile and DJ Mauro Varela spinning well into the night.
Tour through local gardens with Guild Hall
Guild Hall in East Hampton hosts “Garden as Art,” featuring Charlie Marder, of Marders Garden Center in Bridgehampton, and self-guided tours of four local gardens this Sunday, Sept. 8. The event kicks off with a talk from Marder at 10 a.m. and will continue from noon to 4 p.m. with self-guided tours of private gardens on Georgica Road and Main Street East Hampton, among other locations. Tickets are $200 and $150 for members, but if you just want to hear the talk, it’s only $25. Click here for more details on specific gardens part of the tour.
Eat local seafood in Montauk
The Montauk Seafood Festival is this Saturday and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. each day. Presented by Montauk Friends of Erin and Kiwanis Club of East Hampton, the festival is slated for the Village Green, rain or shine. Food items will include lobster rolls, crab cakes, ceviche, gazpacho, roasted corn and beer from Montauk Brewing Co. Hopefully Forgiven provides the live tunes on Saturday, while The Holiday Ramblers will perform on Sunday. For the kids, there’ll be games, face painting, an ocean exploration table and more! $5 admission, free for kids under 12. Proceeds go to Toys for Tots and the annual Montauk St. Patrick’s Day Parade.
Attend a clothing swap in Southampton
On Saturday, Rogers Memorial Library in Southampton hosts a clothing swap beginning at 11 a.m.. Bring your unwanted clothing and accessories and trade them for “new” ones. To participate, be sure to bring at least five items of clothing that are clean and in good shape. Swap ends at 1:30 p.m..
