This weekend, it’s all about giving back to your fellow South Forker. Or, at least this opportunity is a good chance for celebrating them. Whether it’s through historical presentations, a local surfing merchandise swap and sale, or a wellness/relaxation retreat that focuses on mom and the mother types that exist in your life, we’ve got the skinny on how to large and in charge weekend.
Also, Guild Hall is hosting a performance of “Fuenteovejuna: East End,” a play that originates from Spain which was reimagined to take place right here on the East End and follows a group of townspeople working as a united front to fight against tyranny and oppression.
It’s a friendly reminder, maybe needed more than ever, that together we can do great things, even when the odds seem against us.
Rock out for a good cause in Montauk
The Montauk Music Festival returns to The End, beginning today, May 15, and continuing through Sunday, May 18. Presented by The Montauk Sun, the festival kicks off with an opening party at Westlake Fish House (352 Westlake Drive) with live music from 20 festival bands, yummy bites, cocktails and dancing. Tickets are $60 per person. From tomorrow through Sunday, festival goers can enjoy over 400 live performances across Montauk, with at least 100 bands playing at over 40 venues. The main stage will be on the village green, with attendees welcome to bring beach chairs and blankets for two full days of music from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. (on Saturday) and 6 p.m. (on Sunday). Proceeds benefit Lucia’s Angels and the East End Coalition for Women’s Cancers. To take a peek at the schedule, click here.
Chris Kohan will lead a discussion on the D’Amico family and Art Barge (above right) at East Hampton Library. (Left photo credit: Lisa K. Alpern, right photo credit: Sylvia Enders)
Hear about historical art educators in East Hampton
“Looking Back: My Time with the D’Amico’s & the Art Barge” is at the East Hampton Library (159 Main St., 631-324-0222) tomorrow from 5:30 to 7 p.m. A Tom Twomey series event, the presentation features Chris Kohan sharing the history and lives of Mabel and Victor D’Amico, founders of the Art Barge, and his 50 years associated with them. Pioneers of art education, the D’Amicos played an important role in the East End art scene in the second half of the 20th century. Kohan’s presentation will also include archival and motivational teaching images sure to leave attendees inspired and ready to create. Admission is free, advanced reservations are requested but not required. Click here for more details.
Fall into fun at Hampton Library “fun-draiser”
Hampton Library (2478 Main St., Bridgehampton, 631-537-0015) hosts a “Family Fest FUNdraiser” this Saturday, May 17, from 2 to 5 p.m. Sure to be fun for the entire family, the afternoon will include outdoor games, a family Olympics with the library’s children’s librarians, activities led by the Children’s Museum of the East End and Shine Studio, and live music by Hamptons-based blues guitarist Jake Lear. Attendees will also get an opportunity to try out some “library tech” with 3D pens, Google Expedition virtual reality, and Green Screen. Tickets are $20 for kids, $50 for adults Rain or shine and all ages are welcome.
Swap (or sell) your surfing stuff
Tomorrow, Vinyl Happy Hour is with DJ Lama at Sagaponack Farm Distillery (369 Sagg Road, 631-537-7300) from 5 to 8 p.m. where guests can enjoy music and cocktail specials. On Saturday, don’t miss the East End Community Spring Surf Swap from noon to 7 p.m. Now in its second year, this is a great opportunity to bring your surf gear to swap or sell. Hosted by the Amagansett-based Strictly Surf, the event will feature lots of goodies from some beloved local vendors, such as Springs Brewery, Mattitaco and Pine Baron. Open to the public.
Enjoy a classic play with an East End twist
Margarita Espada and Minerva Perez present a community-devised adaptation of “Fuenteovejuna,” the classic Spanish play by Loe de Vega, at Guild Hall (158 Main St., East Hampton, 631-324-0806) this weekend. Originally written in the early 1600s, this reimagined version is set on the East End and explores how systemic divisions — language, class, immigration status and cultural origin — are used to isolate and disempower. Co-presented by Guild Hall and OLA of Eastern Long Island. Performance starts at 7 p.m. Tickets (for Friday click here, for Saturday click here) are $15 per person.
Calling all Parrot Heads!
Jimmy Buffett Day is at The Clubhouse (174 Daniels Road, East Hampton, 631-537-2695) this Saturday from 1 to 5 p.m., as a charity drive to benefit ARF Hamptons. Co-presented by Metro Parrot Head Club, the afternoon features music by The Bobby Bahama Band as well as raffle baskets, a 50/50 raffle and more. Don’t forget to don your best tropical attire. No cover to enter.
Celebrate mom or the mom-like figure in your life, again!
“Roots of the Feminine Energy: Thank You, Mother” is at Southampton Arts Center (25 Jobs Lane, Southampton, 631-283- this Saturday afternoon from 1 to 4 p.m. An outdoor gathering that honors the essence of nurturing, connection and community this immersive wellness experience is for individuals and families looking for a day of movement, relaxation and renewal. Designed to celebrate mothers, caregivers, teachers and all who embody nurturing roles in their families and communities, this is the perfect activity if you were unable to celebrate Mother’s Day last week. Highlights will include a sound bath, dance and flow with Ritmo Fit XP (featuring live drumming), complimentary Thai massage, nourishing treats, botanical elixirs and a few surprise activities honoring mothers and mother types. Tickets are $65, $45 for SAC members.
Pet Celebration Day at ARF
Saturday is Pet Celebration Day at the ARF Hamptons‘ Adoption Center (124 Daniels Hole Road, 631-753-0400) at 11 a.m. Bring the whole family, pets too, for a tail-wagging pet fair dedicated to the joy our cats and dogs bring. Learn about ARF’s programs and services while enjoying other attractions and local business vendors, along with food, food trucks, music, pet adoptions, the dog agility course, and much more!
