Does anyone else feel like the weekend buzz hasn’t really stopped since Labor Day? We all love a good fall season — weather’s been great and there’s far less people — but it’s pretty amazing how much autumnal-themed activity is getting crammed into each and every weekend. This one coming up is no different and we’re more than ready!
Cinephiles can file into a couple of our local movie theaters for some Hamptons International Film Festival action or head to Shelter Island to pumpkin-spice up your fall festival-going. This weekend sees a handful of book signings (including a special book release event party in honor of Levain Bakery’s new tome) and art exhibitions, plus a special talk about how female scientists helped to shape the East Hampton Nature Trail. If you aren’t into all this fanatical fall-themed business, go to Bay Street Theater for a performance from 3 Decades Rewind, a classic rock tribute band that plays some of the most iconic songs from the past.
Also, the Old Whalers’ Church is hosting its annual Blessing of the Pets this Sunday at 11:30 a.m. on their front lawn (44 Union St. in Sag Harbor). We already know all dogs go to heaven, but an extra blessing for Fido can’t hurt.
Learn about trailblazing botanists in East Hampton
“Trailblazing Women: The Legacy Behind East Hampton’s Nature Trail” is today at noon at the East Hampton Library (159 Main St., 631-324-0222), as part of an ongoing in this year’s “Tom Twomey Series.” Led by speaker Amagansett resident Julie Sakellariadis, member of the Garden Club of East Hampton, the talk will include information on the women botanists and horticulturists who’ve shaped the history of the nature trail since the late 19th century. Admission is free.
Take in a watercolor exhibit in Springs
The ninth annual “Watercolor Plus,” an art exhibition at Ashawagh Hall (780 Spring Fireplace Road, East Hampton) will feature eight local artists from tomorrow, Oct. 10, through Monday, Oct. 13, with an opening reception on Saturday, Oct. 11 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. The art exhibition features artists Kirsten Benfield, Nancy Brody, Barbara DiLorenzo, Laurie Hall, Beth Meredith, Janet Rojas, Jerry Schwabe and Carol Craig Sigler.
Arthur Elgort: Models & Muses and Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror will both screen at Southampton Playhouse. (Photos courtesy of Southampton Playhouse)
Hit up some HIFF films
The Hamptons International Film Festival continues this weekend, with Southampton Playhouse (43 Hill St., Southampton, 631-339-9069) hosting a special screening of F. W. Murnau’s 1922 silent masterpiece Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror, with a live score performed by The Invincible Czars on tonight at 6 p.m. Tickets are $35. As part of the festival’s Views From Long Island series, the Southampton Playhouse will host a screening of Warren Elgort’s documentary Arthur Elgort: Models & Muses on Saturday, Oct. 11. East Hampton’s Regal movie theater (located at 30 Main St., East Hampton) will also host a screening tomorrow, Oct. 10. General admission is $20. For information on how to purchase tickets, click here.
Commune about your love of Montauk
On Friday, Oct. 10, head to Riverhead to meet film producer and writer Dan De Filipo, author of Montauk Days, his love letter to The End. The novel explores the tale of his younger self, when he was a young surfer, stranded on the road to Montauk and the adventures he finds himself riding in this coming of age memoir. De Filipo will be signing copies and hanging out (not ten) at A Book Place (489 E. Main St., Riverhead) from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Save the date for “Second Skin”
Don’t miss the opening reception for “Second Skin” this Saturday from 5 to 7 p.m. at Southampton Arts Center (25 Jobs Lane, Southampton, 631-283-0967). Curated by Estrellita B. Brodsky, the group exhibition showcases the intersection of art and fashion, with works done by 15 international artists and designers, a large number of which are Latin American. For more information, click here. Free to attend.
Hang out for art and harvest on Shelter Island
Tonight, “An Evening with the Impressionists” — an exhibit highlighting the impressionist work done by generations of Shelter Islanders — is at the Shelter Island History Museum (16 South Ferry Road, Shelter Island, 631-749-0025) from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Admission is free. Then, on Saturday, the annual Harvest Festival is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the history museum’s grounds. Expected fun includes oodles of food and beverage vendors, live music, pumpkins for sale, nature-based activities with the Nature Conservancy’s Mashomack Preserve and a honey harvest with Promiseland Apiary.
Boogie at Bay Street
3 Decades Rewind takes the stage at Bay Street Theater (1 Long Wharf, Sag Harbor, 631-725-9500) this Saturday night beginning at 8 p.m. With their electrifying new show spanning the greatest hits from the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s, the band pays high-energy tribute to legendary artists like The Eagles, Queen, The Beatles, ELO, Tears for Fears, Chicago and more! Tickets start at $42.
ARF’s annual Stroll to the Sea is this Saturday morning. (Left photo by Lisa Tamburini, right photo by Craig Macnaughton)
Stroll to the sea with your doggie
The Animal Rescue Fund of the Hamptons (ARF) hosts its 32nd annual Stroll to the Sea Dog Walk this Saturday beginning at 9 a.m. Starting off at Mulford Farm (10 James Lane, East Hampton), participants will see designer and entertainer Isaac Mizrahi emceeing pre-stroll festivities and award presentations for winners of doggie contests as well as fundraisers. Next is the two-mile stroll to Main Beach East Hampton. To register, click here. Rain date is Sunday, Oct. 12.
Say ‘Happy Birthday’ to CMEE
Children’s Museum of the East End (376 Bridgehampton-Sag Harbor Turnpike, Bridgehampton, 631-537-8250) is celebrating 20 years of play with “CMEE’s Big Birthday Bash” on Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon. The day will feature crafts, cupcakes, dance, play and attendees will sing “Happy Birthday” to CMEE as they look ahead to many more years of fun. The event is free for members and $19 for non-members.
Gather at Grenning for a new book reading
Sag Harbor resident and actor Josh Pais (known for Ray Donavan, Joker, and Netflix’s A Man in Full) makes an appearance at the Grenning Gallery (26 Main St., Sag Harbor, 631-725-8469) on Sunday, Oct. 12, for an afternoon to read from his newly released book, Lose Your Mind: The Path to Creative Invincibility. Join in at the gallery for a signing, reading and cocktail event from 4 to 5:30 p.m. To RSVP, send name and number of attendees to [email protected].
Celebrate with Sagtoberfest and a sidewalk sale
Kidd Squid Brewing Co. (11 Spring St., Sag Harbor, 631-500-0533) hosts Sagtoberfest this Saturday and Sunday with Live Music all weekend. Saturday 1:30 to 4 p.m. it’s Jon DiVello; 4:30 to 7 p.m. it’s Woody Boley; Sunday 1:30 to 4 p.m. it’s Greg McMullen Fiasco; 4:30 to 7 p.m. it’s Jake Lear. There’ll be bratwurst from Water Mill’s Alpina Bakery, soups from Tapovana Lunch Box in Bridgehampton, sweet treats from North Sea’s Captain Jack’s, oysters from Oyster Bliss, plus seasonal beers and festive vibes. Also this weekend, starting on Saturday and continuing through Monday, it’s the Sag Harbor Chamber of Commerce’s annual Sidewalk Sale happening each day from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
