Robert Frost said, “In three words, I can sum up everything I have learned about life: it goes on.” And while these wise words from the late, great American poet are absolutely true, between Daylight Savings, Election Day and the fact that we’re having delightful yet somewhat disturbing 70-degree weather in November, it’s understandable if you’re more than ready to be totally done with this whale of a week. We’re feeling pretty crispy, too, so to welcome the weekend with arms wide open, we’re opting for a little intellectual self care.
Lucky for us, this weekend is absolutely chockablock full of cool and interesting happenings all across the Hamptons sure to stimulate or (dare we say it) tickle your smarty bone. Attend a talk on native plants and pollinators in Bridgehampton, learn about how to avoid online scammers in Quogue or take a tour through a historic craftsmen museum in East Hampton.
If you want something a little more chill but still cerebral, hit up a reflective gathering in Sag Harbor on Sunday or pack up the kids and haul ’em on over to Amagansett for a build-you-own-lantern workshop and walk through Amber Waves Farm. However you choose to spend your weekend, don’t forget to keep you head up, people! Put down the Skeeter Davis album, open your windows and try to enjoy every moment of sunlight you can. And remember, it’s only about six weeks or so until the days start getting longer.
Get jazzy, artsy and contemplative at The Church
This weekend, The Church (48 Madison St.) in Sag Harbor hosts a few must-attend events. Firstly, tonight at 6 p.m. singer-songwriter Arta Jēkabsone, joined by pianist Krists Saržants, will offer an evening of jazz music infused with Latvian folk. Tickets are $20, $15 for members and are available here. On Saturday, Nov. 9, tune in for a 6 p.m. artist talk with graphic artist Paul Davis, one of the six artists participating in The Church’s fall exhibition “Yes, No, WOW: The Push Pin Studios Revolution.” Tickets are $15, $10 for members. Reserve yours here. For Sunday, Nov. 10, it’s “Still, Small Voice: A Gathering for Reflection and Contemplative Sharing” from 10 to 11 a.m. The query for Sunday’s gathering is “What does the pursuit of happiness mean to you?” Free and open to the public.
Hear the blues at Canoe Place
Canoe Place Inn & Cottages (239 East Montauk Highway) in Hampton Bays hosts live music with Solomon Hicks tomorrow, Nov. 8, beginning at 8 p.m. Hicks is a New York City-born guitarist, vocalist and composer who’s shared the stage with Tony Bennett, Ringo Starr, Jeff Beck and Mavis Staples, among others. Set to occur inside the Canoe Place Ballroom, the concert will feature signature cocktails, select beer and wine available for purchase at the bar prior to and during the show. Doors open at 7 p.m. and all ages are welcome. Admission is $35, plus tax. Click here to save your spot. Children under 12 will receive complimentary admission.
Get educated at Quogue Library
An introduction to Libby, a mobile app that supports users in accessing library ebooks, will be at Quogue Library (90 Quogue St.) tomorrow from 3 to 4 p.m. Learn how to access Suffolk County’s entire online public library collection right from your mobile device. Register for this event here. “Reducing Nuclear Danger,” a talk with Les Paldy (former member of the U.S. delegation in nuclear weapon negotiations with the Soviet Union in Geneva and a former CIA officer), is at the library on Saturday from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Free to attend but registration is required. Do it here. Beginning at 3:30 p.m., library goers can learn about common scam tactics, how to avoid them and how to best protect yourself and your assets. Program runs until 4:15 p.m. and you can register here.
Bring the kids to a lantern walk at Amber Waves
Don’t miss a lantern walk through the farm fields at Amber Waves in Amagansett (375 Main St.) tomorrow from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Designed for kids up to age 12 (although, friendly reminder folks, adult participation is required!) this Waldorf-style event is a celebration of both community and the change of season, featuring AW educators helping families create simple lanterns from ball jars, tissue paper and votives. The walk will be about 15 minutes along the farmer’s footpath, traversing mostly flat but uneven ground. If you already, have guests are welcome to bring their own lanterns. Entry to the walk is $10, and there’s an additional $10 fee for lantern supplies. Register here.
Go back in time in East Hampton
All are welcome to a guided tour of the Dominy Shops Museum (73 North Main St.), part of the East Hampton Historical Society this Saturday at 10 a.m. Attendees will learn about the famed Dominy family craftsmen through the exhibition “Made to Order: The Dominy Craftsmen and their Customers.” Tour is $12 per person, free for society members.
Find finery, fragrance and film at Stella Flame
Stella Flame Gallery (2385 Main St.) in Bridgehampton is ushering the winter season in with style. Starting tomorrow, the gallery space hosts a trunk show featuring jewelry from Wendy Brandes from noon to 5 p.m. Trunk show will continue through Sunday. Stella Flame is also debuting its “Film Noir” winter film series this Saturday night with a screening of the 1945 noir/mystery Fallen Angel beginning at 5 p.m. A little after party follows from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Looking to smell better? Who isn’t?! You’re in luck as the complete collection of nine Film Noir fragrances from Curatrix will be available for purchase. Film-goers can enjoy a 10% savings on goods. For more info, call 631-899-4424.
See new plans for Southampton’s library
This Saturday, the Rogers Memorial Library (91 Coopers Farm Road) in Southampton invites all to the launch of its 2024 Revitalization Campaign Open House, which will include a special presentation from Southampton mayor William Manger Jr. along with TV journalist and author Chuck Scarborough. Highlights will include speeches and displays for the plans (such as architectural renderings and historical highlights) beginning at 2 p.m., followed by a ribbon cutting ceremony at 2:30 p.m., tours of the library at 3 p.m. plus a pizza trucks, wine, soft drinks, and cookies from South Fork Bakery. There’ll also be activities for the kids like face painting and arts and crafts as well as demonstrations and raffles. Event ends at 4 p.m.
Talk plants and pollinators with HAH
Michael Hagen, curator at the New York Botanical Garden in the Bronx and institutional conservation officer for the Center for Plant Conservation, will be on hand for a talk at the Bridgehampton Community Center (2357 Montauk Highway) this Sunday afternoon. Hosted by the Horticultural Alliance of the Hamptons, the talk begins at 2 p.m. and will discuss native plants and pollinators for small spaces, with details on how to build and maintain rock gardens, containers, crevices and troughs. Free for members to attend, $10 for non-members.
Support SCC
Stepping Out & Stepping Up for SCC, a Broadway-themed benefit, is at Southampton Cultural Center (25 Pond Lane) this Saturday night from 6 to 9 p.m. Attendees will have a chance to enjoy a chef-prepared dinner, cocktails, a silent auction, entertainment and more at this fun-raising event. General admission is $115 per person, $50 for those age 29 and younger. Tickets are available here.
