Welp, South Forkers, we made it through the first round of holiday-ing, as Thanksgiving came and swiftly went last week. Now, as we quickly shift into the full-blown holiday season nearly all East End spots are readying themselves for what’s sure to be a holly, jolly yuletide. Adding to the already ample tree lightings, Santa visits, and other festive fun happening across the Hamptons this weekend and next, there’s also a few non-holiday related events sure to be equally entertaining.
Head to LTV in Wainscott this weekend for an explorative, and hilarious, play concerning the sex lives of five different couples, or swing by the East Hampton Library for a pop-up exhibition on a beloved, local home from the 18th century that now serves as a museum.
Don’t miss the annual Hamptons DocFest, which is setting up camp for the next few days in Sag Harbor, utilizing both the cinema and Bay Street Theater (plus a few other Hamptons hotspots) for screenings of some cutting-edge documentary films.
Because, hey, we all love the holidays, but life is about balance.
Catch Santa on the farm
Santa Claus comes to the Long Island Game Farm this Saturday, Dec. 7, and Sunday, Dec. 8, during three time slots throughout both days. Attendees are welcome to check in with Old Saint Nick between 9 and 10:30 a.m., 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and 1 to 2:30 p.m. Santa will be visiting the Game Farm every Saturday and Sunday until Christmas. $35 includes admission to the Game Farm Wildlife Park and Children’s Zoo, located at 489 Chapman Boulevard in Manorville. Tickets are available here. Call 631-878-6644 for more info.
Enjoy some friendly gingerbread competition
Project MOST’s gingerbread house competition and display returns to East Hampton for the holiday season. Gingerbread house kits are now available for entrants for $35 each. Get yours here. Completed houses must be dropped off starting today and continuing through Saturday, between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. or on Sunday between 1:30 and 2:30 p.m. A community event will be held at the Project MOST Community Center (located at 44 Meadow Way, East Hampton). All are welcome to vote for their favorite gingerbread house while enjoying holiday snacks.
Hear an East End songstress in Sagaponack
In honor of its fifth anniversary, singer-songwriter Nancy Atlas will play a special acoustic show, along with Johnny Blood, at the Sagaponack Farm Distillery (369 Sagg Road) tonight. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the tunes start at 7:30. Advance tickets are recommended as seating is limited. Tickets are $55. Snag yours here.
See a play at LTV
The Playwrights’ Theatre of East Hampton, along with the Actors Studio Drama School will present “Five Times in One Night” today, tomorrow and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. each night. Set to occur at LTV Studios (75 Industrial Road) in Wainscott, the play, written by Chiara Atik, features five couples (ranging in age) exploring the hilarious delights and disappointments of their sex lives. Tickets are $20 in advance, $25 at the door.
Hamptons Doc Fest comes to Sag Harbor
Starting today, it’s the annual Hamptons Doc Fest, featuring a slew of curated documentary films set to be screened at both the Sag Harbor Cinema (90 Main St.) and Bay Street Theater (1 Long Wharf) in Sag Harbor through Wednesday, Dec. 11. Highlights of the festival will include Michael Moore receiving the Pennbaker Career Achievement Award on Saturday, breakfast bites served on Saturday and Sunday along with screenings of short films, Q&As with international filmmakers at Sag Harbor Cinema and educational programs for middle and high school students. To take a look at the schedule and to grab tickets, click here.
Tour through history in East Hampton
The East Hampton Library’s (159 Main St.) Long Island Collection hosts its final event of the year with its “Home Sweet Home” drop-in, pop-up exhibit later today from 4 to 7 p.m. Home Sweet Home is a salt-box home on James Lane in East Hampton Village dating from the first part of the 18th century, that now serves as a museum. Relatives of John Howard Payne, the composer of the lyrics for the popular song “Home Sweet Home,” lived in the house. The exhibit will be on view at the library through Saturday. For additional information call 631-324-0222 ext. 4.
Stroll into the holidays in WHB
The Fourth Annual Holiday Stroll returns to Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center (76 Main St.) beginning tomorrow night and continuing through Monday, Dec. 9. This cherished, community-wide, festive tradition features carolers, live entertainment, special shopping deals from local businesses, yummy seasonal treats and plenty of holiday cheer along Main Street and Sunset Avenue in downtown Westhampton Beach. Additionally, 10% of the evening’s sales will benefit the WHBPAC.
Bring your dog to LongHouse
In partnership with the Animal Rescue Fund of the Hamptons, the folks at LongHouse Reserve (133 Hands Creek Road) in East Hampton invite all dogs (and their owners) to enjoy Dog Days this Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. This once-a-month event allows dogs to romp around the amphitheater, meet other dogs and enjoy tasting treats. Cost is $25 per non-member, free for LongHouse members.
Listen in to Fireside Fridays at Canoe Place
Enjoy the festive “Sounds of the Season” from live pianist Nick Corredor tomorrow night beside the crackling fire on the cozy, heated terrace at Canoe Place Inn & Cottages (239 East Montauk Highway) in Hampton Bays from 5 to 8 p.m. On Saturday, it’s “Saturdays in the Study,” which features curated playlists from a live DJ from 6 to 10 p.m.
Enjoy music, movies and festive fun on Shelter Island
There’s live piano music with William Cento tomorrow night from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Rams Head Inn (108 Ram Island Drive) on Shelter Island. On Saturday, there’s an ugly sweater holiday party with a special screening of National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation. Movie starts at 7 p.m. and food will available a la carte all night. Book your table here. On Sunday, join in for a birch log candle arrangement workshop. Use preserved florals, botanical succulents and other festive accents for make a cute candle centerpiece. Starts at 3:30 p.m. Book your spot here.
Decorate holiday cookies at Guild Hall
East Hampton’s Guild Hall (158 Main St.) hosts holiday cookie decorating with help from Citarella this Saturday from 1 to 4 p.m. All materials, including freshly baked cookies and decorating supplies, will be provided. Free to attend!
Attend a whale of a party in Sag Harbor
The Sag Harbor Whaling and Historical Museum (200 Main St.) hosts a special holiday party this Saturday from 5 to 7 p.m. Join in for an evening of food, drinks, fun, live music with carolers and tons of good cheer, plus an opportunity to score some pretty awesome holiday gifts. Cost is $40 with a reservation, $50 at the door.
