March most definitely came in like a lion, but honestly, the weather doesn’t really matter a whole heck of a lot when we’ve got all sorts of Hamptons weekend fun ahead.
America’s 250th anniversary rests at the center of the fun, as the Parrish Art Museum gears up for its annual Students Exhibition, featuring over 1,000 young artists participating. The theme this year explores the nation’s founding ideals, which makes sense as it’s happening alongside the inaugural PARRISH USA250 exhibition. Oh, and this student art show is in its 73rd year. We love a community tradition, especially when it’s in it’s seventh decade of existence.
Equally intriguing is the spin class being offered at Shelter Island History Museum, where participants will learn the basics of turning fiber into yarn, just like they did in olden times. Additionally, live jazz music, a St. Patrick’s Day craft for the kids and a “Winter Jam” benefit are also on the docket, with the latter ready to rock Twin Forks Beer Co. in Riverhead, to benefit East End Arts.
Art is at the center of action this weekend, and our East End locales know how to celebrate in style.
Remember what the late great, maybe not-so-stylish writer Charles Bukowski said: “An intellectual is a man who says a simple thing in a difficult way; an artist is a man who says a difficult thing in a simple way.”
We’re keeping it simple this weekend. But, as always, we’re keeping it fun.
Hear from a jazz duo in Southampton
An intimate concert duo with William Hill III an Noa Chait is part of Hamptons JazzFest‘s winter jazz series this Friday night at the Rogers Memorial Library (91 Coopers Farm Road, Southampton). Hill, a pianist and composer, will be joined by guest contemporary and jazz vocalist Chait for a free concert beginning at 3 p.m. Registration is required. Do so here.
Create a pot-o-gold at CMEE
The Children’s Museum of the East End (376 Bridgehampton-Sag Harbor Turnpike, Bridgehampton, 631-537-8250) hosts a DIY Pot O’Gold Catapult this Saturday, March 7, at 10 a.m. Kids will learn how to make a catapult with popsicle sticks and will launch gold coins into the lucky pot, just in time for St. Patrick’s Day. Cost is $35, $15 for members. To register, click here.
Spin like a pro on Shelter Island
All are welcome to the Shelter Island History Museum (16 South Ferry Road, Shelter Island, 631-749-0025) this Saturday for their Drop Spindle Class. The first in a series of events celebrating America’s 250th anniversary, attendees will learn the basics of turning fiber into yarn, including drafting, carding and blending techniques, and how to spin natural wool roving into single ply and two ply yarn. You will take home the simple drop spindle used in class as well as ample fiber to practice with at home. Starts at 10 a.m. and ends at noon. $50 per person. Sign up here.
See annual Student Exhibition at The Parrish
The 73rd annual Student Exhibition starts this Saturday at the Parrish Art Museum (279 Montauk Highway, Water Mill, 631-283-2118) showcasing the creativity of more than 1,000 young artists from Pre-K through high school. In recognition of the United States’ 250th anniversary, this year’s Student Exhibition invites students to explore the nation’s foundation, particularly the themes of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, alongside our inaugural PARRISH USA250 exhibition, “Regernation: Long Island’s History of Ecological Art and Care.” Saturday’s special preview is a chance for exhibiting students to celebrate the show with their families, teachers and community. Live music will play and light refreshments will be served. Runs from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Shake off the winter chill at Twin Forks Beer Co.
Twin Forks Beer Co. presents “Winter Jam” to benefit East End Arts in Riverhead this Sunday, March 8. Sure to be an afternoon of brews, bands and big impact, the day features live music from Dead Ahead Band, NoFo Band and The White Room at the brewery (807 Raynor Road, Riverhead, 631-209-4233). Food, beer and wine, raffles, activities and more will be offered. Starts at noon and continues until 5 p.m. General admission is $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Admission and a food plate is $35 in advance and $40 at the door. Each ticket includes one beer or soda. To snag yours, click here.
Learn how to transport animals
Calling all animal lovers! The Evelyn Alexander Wildlife Rescue Center is hosting a Rescue Transport Volunteer Training Class on Sunday from 1:30 to 2:30 pm. at Rogers Memorial Library in Southampton (91 Coopers Farm Road, 631-283-0774). The in-person class will discuss rescuing and transporting wildlife to the Hampton Bays-based center for rehabilitation and how to help make a difference. Email [email protected].
Eat soup for a good cause
Empty Bowls, the annual fundraising event for Project MOST, is this Sunday at the Amagansett American Legion Post 419 (15 Montauk Highway, East Hampton), featuring soups handcrafted by some of the Hamptons’ most talented and beloved chefs for all attendees to enjoy. Tickets are $15 for adults, $8 for kids ages 5 to 13 years old, while children under 5 are free to enter. Takeout is also available at $15 for one pint or two for $25. Project MOST is responsible for providing year-round, affordable access to dynamic and enriching programs for children, with a mission to inspire students and families to achieve their utmost in life through after-school, summer and community programming.
