Aw, you know, everyone makes such a big to-do about Labor Day Weekend, but for our money it’s the weekend before that’s got the summer vibes on sunny steroids. Maybe it’s because we know the days are getting a little bit shorter, or that you’ve still got a whole bunch of things you want to do on your East End warm-weather check list. So get and check ’em off — and if you’re feeling all deer in headlights about it (which, public service announcement: Ease off on that pedal around sundown because, boy, have there been a whole lot of sweet but not really smart baby deer dashing across the roads these days) see the ideas we’ve got for you below. You know we’d never leave you hanging.
Say “Cheers!” to the US Open at Crazy Pizza
In honor of the US Open, Crazy Pizza (47 Montauk Highway, East Hampton, 631-819-6910) is teaming up with Moët & Chandon for a sparkling tennis celebration starting today August 21 and continuing through September 7. Guests can catch the m en’s and women’s Sweet 16, quarterfinals, semifinals and finals while enjoying bottles of Moët, truffle fries, and/or three Open-inspired signature cocktails.
Attend a movie and celeb talk at Southampton Playhouse
The Southampton Playhouse (43 Hill St., Southampton, 631-339-9069) will be hosting a 20th anniversary of Romance & Cigarettes, written, directed, and produced by John Turturro, later today at 6:30 p.m. The film will be screened in a rare 35mm print — a first for the Playhouse. Following the screening, Southampton Playhouse artistic director Eric Kohn will moderate a conversation with Turturro and along with his cousin, Emmy Award-nominated Aida Turturro, who also stars in the film. Tickets are $25 for adults and are available here.
Sip, paint and take in tunes
Tonight, The Clubhouse (174 Daniels Hole Road, East Hampton, 631-537-2695) hosts a “Sip & Paint” from 6 to 9 p.m., hosted by April Keough. Join in on the lawn and let their creativity flow. No experience is needed and all supplies will be included. $40 per person. Tomorrow, Aug. 22, it’s the Salt Hill Band performing from 6 to 9 p.m. while on Sunday, Aug. 24, it’s Nora Conlan Band taking the stage. Same time, same place, no cover.
Check out the new exhibit at Ma’s House
This Saturday sees the opening reception for “Resilient Roots” at Ma’s House (159 Old Point Road, Southampton), a ground-breaking new exhibition featuring the work of over 40 modern Shinnecock Indian Nation artists. Head over from 6 to 8 p.m. for the opportunity to meet the artists and enjoy refreshments while taking in this exciting new collective, on view from now through November.
Broadway comes to LTV
On Saturday, LTV Studios (75 Industrial Road, Wainscott, 631-537-2777) presents “Take the Moment” with Craig Rubano and Beth Ertz starting at 7:30 p.m. Part of the locale’s Hamptons Summer Songbook by the Sea series, featuring some of the world’s best cabaret and Broadway artists, Saturday’s show is a collection of songs that shine a spotlight on the choices we make during the moments that matter. Tickets are $60 for general admission in advance, $65 at the door.
Hit up Shelter Island’s annual artisan market — and a pop-up fashion fête, too!
No pre-fab, factory churned items here. All crafts and art at the Shelter Island Chamber of Commerce 61st Annual Arts Show & Craft Fair (33 N. Ferry Road, Shelter Island) must be artisan-made. Get a jump on holiday shopping (or, hey, gifts for yourself) from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the grounds of the Shelter Island School.
If you’re still jonesing for more jewelry and clothes, it’s your lucky weekend. The 4th Annual Brands Collective clothing and jewelry sale will be all weekend long (17 Stearns Point Road in the barn to the right of the driveway). This year, Hiywet Mimi Girma is back with her pan African textile-inspired prints and flowy, fashion-forward natural-fiber dresses and pieces under her label Yesaet, along with the up-your-everyday-style of Áwet, Gwen Beloti‘s beautiful jewelry (the kind of things you want to wear all the time, they’re so pretty) and the intricate beaded pieces and accessories of Moio. If you’re still feeling the joy of a great shopping score, stick around for the West African “Dance with Ousmane” glass starting at 5 p.m. Reservations recommended for the latter; RSVP to [email protected].
Get ready to salsa at Sylvester Manor
We are big fans of the creekside concerts at Shelter Island’s historic Sylvester Manor. This year, prepare to loosen up those dance moves to the Latin sounds of Brooklyn’s Los Hacheros, whose classic Latin music sounds will be the best kind of soundtrack to the sinking summer sun. Bring a picnic basket (and your dancing feet!) for this end-of-summer soirée. Gates open at 4 p.m.; music starts at 5 p.m. Tickets are $40 (kids under nine are free!) — grab yours here.
Go see the horses jumping at the 50th annual Hampton Classic
Sunday, Aug. 24 sees Day 1 of the annual Hampton Classic (240 Snake Hollow Road, Bridgehampton), no in its 50th year as one of the premier jumping competitions (and weeklong horse-centric extravaganzas) in the country. For kick-off day, head over to Bridgehampton between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. for the $10,000 Marders Local Hunter Derby and the Atlantic Equine Local Junior Hunter division, and the presentation of the Wellington Jumper Challenge and Long Island Sportsmanship Award. Plus, don’t miss the first day of all the great vendors in this annual equestrian extravaganza. Entry is $25 (credit card only); click here to get yours and for more details.
