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    On Monday, Jul 12 Amagansett artist Frank Roccanova will be a guest on Radio Free Hamptons - Live! to discuss the exhibition  "Homage to Magritte" which will have a closing reception at the NewWorld Gallery @ RFH on Thurs, July 22nd, 5-8:00pm. Airtime for the interview is 11am.  Roccanova uses a digital camera and his computer to composite surreal, yet autobiographical images. See the website, www.radiofreehamptons.net/nwgal.html 7.06.04
    On Friday, Jul 9 Barbara Reiher-Meyers and Gloria Murray will present their poetry at Barnes & Noble on Whitman Road in Huntington, from 7:30 - 9:30pm. The Performance Poet Association is a non-profit organization which provides a forum for local artists and brings original poetry and related arts to the public.  This includes readings, recitals, contests, workshops and publishing an annual Literary Review.  For more info, check out the website: www.performancepoets.org 7.06.04
    Jorge Luis Bernal is offering one-on-one baseball training. Bernal is a former professional baseball player from Cuba with over 20 years of experience. Focus on hitting, pitching, fielding. All ages. Private and group lessons. For info, call: (631) 324-3257. 7.06.04
    Purple Sage Press is looking for poetry submissions for inclusion in an anthology of pet poems. Submit up to 3 poems.  Reading fee $2 per poem, $5 for 3. A portion of profits will be donated to Loving Touch Animal Rescue. Submission deadline: December 31, 2004. For submission details, contact: Yolanda Coulaz, Purple Sage Press, 172 Blueberry Drive, Deposit, NY  13754.  e-mail: ellafantom@cs.com subject line - pet poems. 7.06.04
    On Sunday, Jul 4,  East End Women in Black will hold a Peace Vigil in Bridgehampton at the Flagpole to Bring the Troops Home! 4pm at the Flagpole in Bridgehampton at Route 27 (Main St) and Ocean Road. East End Women in Black continue to call for an end to the occupations of Iraq and Palestine. East End Women in Black hold a vigil on the first Sunday of each month. For more info call (631) 831-4966. 6.28.04
   On Saturday, Jul 24, East Hampton HS student Ella Engel Snow, actor Danny Glover, musician Jean Jean Pierre, and novelist Edwidge Dandicat host "Why Haiti? Shining a Light from Sag Harbor to Haiti" to celebrate the Bicentennial of this first black republic and to help raise funds for the women and children of Haiti, devastated by recent floods. Location: Radio Free Hamptons, 31 Long Island Avenue, Sag Harbor. 7-9pm. Suggested donation: $10.   www.radiofreehamptons.net/whyhaiti.html 6.26.04

 
    On Sunday, Jul 11, The North Sea Poetry Scene is proud to host a celebration of the 100th anniversary of the great Chilean poet, Pablo Neruda, on the bay in East Quogue. Poets will read Neruda's work from the late Southampton professor H.R Hays' "12 Spanish American Poets: An Anthology." Event starts at 6 p.m. 13 Squires Avenue, East Quogue.  For information or directions, call (631) 728-6873.
6.26.04
   On Tuesday, Jul 6  Tammy Nuzzo-Morgan will sign copies of her lastest book of poetry at The Z Cafe, 838 Broadway in Massapequa. Book signing from 7:30 - 9:30pm.  Ms. Nuzzo-Morgan is the director of North Sea Poetry Scene and current nominee for Suffolk County poet laureate. Email: springrain20@hotmail.com http://groups.msn.com/TheNorthSeaPoetryScene 6.21.04
   On Saturday, Jun 19  Eva Growney and Bill Chaleff present Art Looks at Architecture: Discovering the Source of Creative Infusion at Guild Hall. Featuring panel discussions with architects Ned Smyth, Nina Yankowitz, Dennis Oppenheim, and Strong-Cuevas. Guild Hall, John Drew Theatre 158 East Main Street, East Hampton. Admission $15 (10 sessions/$120) Kids 13-18 $5. For info, contact Ms. Growney at embgrowney@hotmail.com or call (631) 907-1077. 6.15.04
    On Saturday, Jun 19 - 27 Vito Sisti presents 16 Women: Paintings & Sculpture at Ashawagh Hall. Opening reception 6/19 at 5:00pm. Music by Ma Ma Lee & Friends 6-9pm. Literary Readings on Sat 6/26 5:00pm. Gallery hours 12:00noon - 5pm daily. For info, call (631) 324-5732. 6.15.04
   On Saturday, Jun 12 The North Sea Poetry Scene is having a “get to know you” B.B.Q. Fundraiser at 1p.m. There will be food, drink, music and great people! Cost: $20 for poets, $25 for adults, $40 per couple, $10 for children. Bring a blanket & your appetite! Held @ the North Sea Community House Across from North Sea Fire House on Noyac Road in North Sea, Southampton. For tickets / information call: 631-204-1240. 6.7.04

 
   On Saturday, Jun 19 fiction writer Lynne Sharon Schwartz reads from Referred Pain at Canios Books. On the following Saturday, June 26 Helen Barolini reads from her new poetry collection Rome Burning. For more info, sign up for the Canios Books monthly calender, at caniosbooks@hamptons.com 6.3.04

 

   Now Available: The East End Report newsletter compiled by Tony Ernst spotlighting community organizing activities happening on Long Island can now be accessed on the Suffolk Progressive Vision Website  www.spv.active.ws/

 6.03.04
  On Thursday and Friday, Jun 10 & 11  The Ross School presents The Writer, a reading of a work-in-progress by award-winning playwright Geoffrey Gordon at 7:30 p.m. Senior Building Lecture Hall, 9 Goodfriend Drive, East Hampton. The Writer, will be presented as a staged reading with a Q&A, by members of the Ross School Class of 2004. PG-13 for adult language and situations. Admission is free. For more info, call the writer at 907-5340.  6.03.04
   On Saturday, May 29  Canios Books will present an Alternative Memorial Day commemoration: War Resisters League reps and local peace activists will speak at 6 p.m.  Canio's Books, 290 Main St. Sag Harbor.  For info call: (631) 725-4926, or see the website www.caniosbooks.com. 5.27.04
   On Monday, May 31 South Country Peace Group urges you to be a Presence for Peace at the Memorial Day Parade in Bellport, at 11:00am. You may wish to wear black, or a black armband. Remember the victims of war! Walk for Peace and Justice! Location: Gather at Community Center on Bell Street and Bellport Lane at 10:30 am. 5.27.04
   On Friday, June 4 the Organization of Latino Americans (OLA) would like to invite members of the community to their monthly meeting at the Bridgehampton National Bank, at 7 pm. Their special guest speaker will be Assemblyman Fred W. Thiele. He will discuss his resolution relating to NY driver's licenses for Latino immigrants. 5.24.04
   On weekends, The Community Bible Church holds worship and prayer services in Spanish (Sunday, contact Fausto Hinojosa 807-7159) & Portuguese (Saturday, contact Francisco DeCarvalho 287-2651). CBC is located at 2837 Noyac Road in Sag Harbor. 5.24.04
  On Thursday, May 20 the Hampton Coffee Company in Watermill will host music in "The Round" from 7-10pm. Live acoustic shows with local artists (Room Full of Mirrors, Buddah Triangle) and special guests.  HCC is located on 869 Montauk Hwy, Watermill. For info, call Bill (631) 725-8064, or email  willytheweep@yahoo.com. 5.19.04
    On Saturday, May 22 at 6 p.m. Canios bookstore will feature East End Poets Paddy Noble, From the Outside In,  and Lisa Cowley, Noah's Dove, reading from their latest collections. Canio's Books is located on 290 Main Street Sag Harbor. For info on future readings, call: (631) 725-4926, or see the website www.caniosbooks.com. 5.21.04
    On Friday, May 28 /June 4 Guild Hall's John Drew Theater will host a Naked Stage Marathon of play readings. The event opens on 5/28 with "Voices to Hear: About and From the Women of Israel and Palestine," a multimedia piece by Chris and Laura Engel, directed by Miranda McDermott. Cast includes: Kathy Engel, Anita Sorel, Kate Mueth, Laura Engel, Terry Winchell, Diane Giardi, Annette Hinkle, Randy Lee Hendler, Sara Gordon, Charlotte Slivka, Kate Vogel & Emma Engel  Admission is $5 for each reading or $25 for a multi-reading weekend pass. There will be a panel discussion on 6/1 at 1pm, which is free and open to the public.  5.21.04
   On Sunday May 23 the Parrish Art Museum will open the show North Fork/South Fork: East End Art Show, which features well-known and new artists currently living and working on the Eastern End of Long Island. The museum is located on 25 Jobs Lane, Southampton. A preview lecture as well as music by Nancy Atlas Project happen on 5/22. For info, call: (631) 283-2116. 5.21.04
   On Saturday May 22 the Ross School art gallery presents new encaustic paintings by Martha Stotsky, from 6-8pm. The gallery is located on the Ross School campus at 18 Goodfriend Drive off RT. 27 in East Hampton. The show will be on view through June 15. For info call: (631) 907-5380. 5.21.04
   On Sunday July 11 the Siena Spirituality Center at Villa Maria in Water Mill will open the juried show "Earth Prayers", which will run through August 8. The show is open to all artists working in any medium. The theme is a challenge to artists to come up with art that reflects their feelings about an increasingly polluted, overdeveloped world in which a lot of flora and fauna are being extirpated. Artists may send up to five slides, by 6/19. Fee is $35. Send to Siena Spirituality Center, P.O. Box 660 Water Mill 11976. 5.21.04
  On Sunday May 23 Guild Hall continues its Spring Film Series with "The Party's Over" a film that examines the American political process and its shortcomings. An informal sequel to the acclaimed "Last Party", the film follows Phillip Seymour Hoffman as he uncovers the strengths and limitations of American politics. The series is presented in conjunction with the East Hampton Library. Film screens at 7pm. Admission is free. 5.21.04
   On Sunday May 23 there will be a celebration of the Victor D'Amico Centennial at The Art Barge in Amagansett. An opening reception and party take place from 4-7pm. Included in the celebration will be an exhibition of motivations, essays, inventions, and visual materials designed and created by Victor D'Amico. For more info, call: (631) 267-3172 or see their website: http://www.theartbarge.com  5.21.04
   On Saturday June 19 the annual Jazz @ Jennings concert and benefit put on by Peter Jennings and his wife, will raise money to support the Bridgehampton Child Care & Recreation Center.  Cocktails in the tent are at 6:30pm; dinner 7:30 and music at 9:30.  Tickets are $500 each. To make reservations or more info call, Kathy at: (631) 537-0616. Support a good cause!  See the BHCCRC website at:  http://thecenteratbh.org  5.21.04
   On Friday through Sunday May 14-16 there will be a Peace Walk from Bridgehampton to Islip sponsored by East End Direct Action. The walk begins at the Flagpole on Rte 27 at 9am. Special performance by gospel singer Bonnie Cannon. There will be an evening rally at 7pm in front of the Thunderbird Coffee Shop, Montauk Hwy at the Shinnecock Reservation. The Thunderbird Sisters will perform. For more info contact: Dan Steiger (631) 831-4966 or meriger@hotmail.com. 5.5.04
   On Saturday, May 8 there will be a nationwide Post Office Food Drive to fill food pantries across the country, that traditionally run low in the summer months. Sag Harbor Rural Carriers will collect non-perishable food donations left by mailboxes along their routes as they deliver mail.  Postmaster Heather Reylek encourages all Sag Harbor residents to participate. 5.5.04
  On Friday, May 14 the Sag Harbor Educational Foundation will sponsor its first annual Pierson Alumni Basketball Game. Proceeds raised will help fund SHEF grants and projects such as the Green House, Veterans Oral History Project, and other programs that help educate young people. The game takes place at 6:30pm in the Old Gym for current students and the "New" gym for old-timers. The cost is $5 to play. For more info, call Frank Atkinson-Barnes (631) 725-1960. 5.5.04
  On Friday, May 7 Southampton College hosts the 27th Annual "Meet the Writers Book Fair", from  4-7:30pm in a tent adjacent to Chancellor's Hall.  Two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning author Robert A. Caro will be the recipient of the 16th Annual "John Steinbeck Writer's Award."  Ninety authors are expected to participate. Admission is $20 in advance, and $25 at the door. For more info, call (631) 287-8347. 5.5.04
    Resources: National Endowment for the Humanities supports teachers who wish to strengthen and expand their understanding of history, literature, foreign languages and cultures, and other areas of humanities. With NEH support, teachers may join a Summer Institute and spend from 3-6 weeks in formal study on a humanities topic and its applications to the classroom.  Participants receive a stipend plus books, lodging and other expenses.  Info: 202-606-8282 5.5.04
   On Saturday, May 8 the women's group of the First Presbyterian Church of Sag Harbor is sponsoring its Annual (pre-Mother's Day) Bake Sale. The event will take place on 44 Union Street, between Madison and Rte 14, in the church narthex, just inside the front doors. Homemade baked goods, jams, pickles, etc will be on sale. 5.5.04
   On Saturday, May 15 a memorial for actor & monologist Spaulding Gray who lived in Sag Harbor will be held at the Old Whaler's Church, 44 Union Street.  Gray died in January of this year. The service will take place between 2-4pm. 5.5.04
   On Thursday, Jul 15 is the deadline to register for "Learning from the Masters: A Week with Long Island Poets" workshop sponsored by The North Sea Poetry Scene. Featured poets include George Wallace, Vince Clemente, Allen Planz, Leonard Greco, and Barbara Hoffman. The Workshop takes place from August 1 - 5th. Space is limited. Call for more info: (631) 204-1240 or email springrain20@hotmail.com . 5.5.04
    On Monday, May 24 there is a deadline for the next SOS Grant from the East End Arts Council and the New York Foundation for the Arts designated to enhance the careers of local artists. Recent recipients of the grants include Janet Culbertson, Ellen Dooley, Dorothy Frankel, Naomi Grossman, Daniel W. Koontz, Louise P. Sloane, Tom Steele and Susan Turner.  They received a $600 check from EEAC. For more info, call (631) 727-0900. 5.4.04
    On Friday, May 14  Open Mike Night will begin at Bridgehampton Child Care & Recreation Center. Participation is open to all teens 14 & up who sing, rap, dance, do spoken word, or are musicians. The Center's Teen Bldg. is located on Sag Turnpike in Bridgehampton. The event will take place from 6:30 - 8:30pm. All teens are welcome. For more info, call Ms. A at (631) 537-0616. 5.4.04
   On Saturday, May 8  "Hoops 4 Hope" will take place at Ross School's Center for Well Being between 1-4pm. There will be activities for all ages with the Nassau County Kings in Exhibition Wheelchair basketball game.  Suggested donation is $5 adults, $3 kids, as well as gently used jerseys, athletic shoes, or basketballs.  The school is located on 18 Goodfriend Drive, off Rt. 114 in East Hampton. For info call: (631) 907-5488.  4.28.04
   Available now, the Independent Media Group is looking for summer photography interns.  Must be skilled in photo, digital camera, scanning & email. Knowledge of Mac-based Photoshop. Opportunity to build a portfolio in News, Sports, and Society Ad Feature photography. Contact James J. Macklin. (631) 324-2500 x 17. 4.27.04
   On Wednesday, Apr 14 the award-winning documentary film "FARMINGVILLE" by Carlos Sandoval and Catherine Tambini will be shown at SOUTHAMPTON COLLEGE in the Avram Theater Bldg, 6:30pm. Admission is free. 

PRESENTA Un Documental Galardonado “FARMINGVILLE”.  Dirigido por Carlos Sandoval y Catherine Tambini. Entre los galardones se incluyen: SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL: Mención Especial del Jurado SAN DIEGO FILM FESTIVAL: Primer Premio SAN ANTONIO Film Festival: Primer Premio Miércoles, Abril 14, 6:30 P.M.  TEATRO AVRAM Bloque de Fine Arts en Southampton College. Entrada Gratuita.

 4.14.04
   On Saturday, Apr 10  Sag Harbor musicians Extra Virgin Mary featuring Paul Chapin and deerfrance will perform at CBGB's Gallery on Bowery in Manhattan. They will also play at The Knitting Factory on Wednesday, Apr 21st. For info on show times, call: (631) 907-9434. 4.7.04
   On Tuesday, Apr 13  Sandy Rapp singer / author will perform from her "Flag & the Rainbow" CD at The LBGT Center in a concert entitled "Everyone Was at Stonewall".  The concert starts at 7pm with a suggested donation of $6. The Center is located at 208 West 13th Street, btwn 7th & 8th Ave, in Manhattan. For info contact: Marilyn Flitterman (631) 329-5193. 4.7.04
   On Friday, Apr 9  the Horticultural Alliance of the Hamptons is sponsoring a presentation "ECCO Farm" by Annie Bliss and Lauren Jarrett, co-founders and executive directors of the organic farm in East Hampton. The presentation will take place at Bridgehampton Community House.  Admission is $10. For info, call: (631) 537-2223. 4.2.04
  On Saturday, Apr 10  Canios Books will present a tribute to environmental activist Rachel Carson. Richard Gambino will read from Ms. Carson's works, including "Silent Spring".  Canios is located on 290 Main Street, Sag Harbor. For info, call: (631) 725-4926.  4.2.04
   On Saturday, Apr 10 the Parrish Art Museum will host Felix Pitre as he shares Hispanic traditions in "Stories and Songs of Latin America".  The program will take place at 2pm at the Museum, 25 Job's Lane, Southampton.  Admission is free.  Call for more info: 283-2118, ext. 44. 4.2.04
   On Wednesday, Apr 7 Sag Harbor playwright Geoff Gordon will read his play and discuss the business of playwriting as part of the Southampton College "Writers Talk" lecture series. The talk is scheduled for 7:30pm in the Pratt Center's Oceanview Lounge. "Writer's Talk" will continue with Josephine Nobisso on Apr 14 at 7:30pm. All lectures are open and free to the public. For info, call: (631) 287-8420. 4.2.04
    Now you can see WVVH television programs over the Internet as well as on Cablevision Channel 78 and UHF Channel 50. WVVH broadcasts the Hamptons Classic horse show, the Hamptons International Film Festival, and Bridgehampton polo matches, among South Fork events. You can find them at: www.wvvh.tv  4.2.04

    On Saturday and Sunday, Apr 17-18 the East End Arts Council will sponsor a monotype printmaking workshop with Dan Weldon. This is a unique opportunity to work with master printmaker Dan Welden in the Orient studio of noted, international sculptor Robert Berks.  Each participant will work on a 17” x 24” plate creating one of a kind prints.  The workshop will run from 9am-4pm each day. For info contact: Liz Malunowicz 631-727-0900

 3.29.04
    On Wednesday, Apr 28, the Astrea Foundation will present an evening with artist Linda Stein. The event will take place at Linda's studio in Tribeca, 100 Reade Street, between West Broadway & Church Streets. The event will take place at 6:30pm. The event is free. A reception with refreshments is included.  For info or to RSVP, call (212) 964-6007. 3.29.04
   On Saturday, Mar 27 the NewWorld Gallery @ Radio Free Hamptons will host a reception for THREADLINES, featuring artists SCOTT SANDELL & PAUL CHOJNOWSKI.  The opening reception will be from 5-7pm. An evening with Scott Sandell will take place on Friday, Apr 16, 6:30 - 8pm, when he will discuss his work with guests in the gallery and over Radio Free Hamptons.  For info: http://radiofreehamptons.net/Showprofile4.html   (631) 335-2062 or email: NWGal@radiofreehamptons.net 3.29.04
   On Saturday & Sunday, Mar 21-22 The Annual Indoor Trash or Treasure will be held at the Polish Town Civic Association, 30 Lincoln Street in Riverhead. Proceeds to benefit Polish Town, USA. On Sunday a special antiques and collectible appraisal will take place, five items for a $5 fee. For info call (631) 727-0437. 3.18.04
   On Saturday, Mar 20 The Annual Family And Friends Fair offers information to the community about issues of concerns to families and features Genso & One World, Japanese folk dances and storytelling. There will be a Karate demonstration, The East End Community School of the Arts choir and a lot more. Riverhead High School from noon to 2pm. For more info, call (631) 727-0900. 3.18.04
   On Tuesday Mar 23 Sag Harbor Elementary School will present an orientation program for parents of children entering kindergarten in September. It will begin at 7:30 pm. Registration forms are available in the school office prior to the night of orientation or the following week from 9 to 3 in the principal's office. Contact the school for registration requirements. 3.18.04
   On Saturday, Mar 20 at the Bridgehampton Community House the Horticultural Alliance will hold an informal study and round table discussion of plants in the Ericaceau family.  Admission is free. For more info, call 537-2223. 3.18.04
   On Saturday, Mar 20 Oysterponds Historical Society will present a lecture by Sherill Foster co-historian for East Hampton Town on early settlers. Society Museum, on Village Lane. 3pm. Call for more info (631) 323-2480. 3.18.04
   On Sunday, Mar 21 The Choral Society Of The Hamptons conducted by Walter Klauss will hold a concert at the First Presbyterian Church of East Hampton, 120 Main Street at 4pm. There are a limited amount of tickets available. $20 for adults and $10 for ages 18 and under. Call (631) 329-6342. 3.18.04
  On Saturday, Mar 20, Kucinich supporters will join with people all around the globe in taking to the streets to say YES to peace and NO to pre-emptive war and occupation.  Dennis Kucinich will speak at one of the largest of these rallies, in New York City.  On this Global Day of Action, a number of Kucitizens are going by bus from Cleveland to NYC - for more details contact Leatrice at (866) 413-3664. 3.18.04
  On Saturday, Apr 3 there is a deadline for high school art students to submit work to the 23rd Annual Congressional Art Competition.  The winner of the contest receives a $10,000 scholarship to study art at Southampton College and two complimentary airline tickets from SW Airlines to attend a ceremony in Washington D.C.  Congressman Tim Bishop has sent an invitation to all high schools in the 1st congressional district. Those interested in participating should contact Jane Finalborgo in Mr. Bishop's District Office in Southampton, at (631) 259-8450. 3.16.03
   On Friday, Mar 19 the Southampton Town Youth Bureau and Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center team to sponsor a "Battle of the Bands".  The event takes place from 8-11pm. Nine bands were chosen by a youth committee to perform.  Admission is free. The event will be simul-webcast over the Internet byway of Radio Free Hamptons beginning at 7:45pm.  For more info on the event contact the Youth Bureau at: (631) 287-5734 x 133. Or on the web:  http://radiofreehamptons.net/webradio.html  3.16.03
   On Sunday, Mar 14, the Riverhead Theatre Company is proud to present a benefit production of Eve Ensler's "The Vagina Monologues" as part of the V-Day 2004 Worldwide Campaign. Suffolk Comm. College, Riverhead Campus. $25 in advance, $30 at door. Proceeds to benefit North Fork Women's Resource Center. VDAY is a worldwide campaign to stop violence against women and girls.  www.vday.org 

3.06.03
    On Saturday, Mar 27, from 7-10pm local community groups will host a benefit cocktail party for Dawn Field, who has been diagnosed with ovarian cancer.  Tickets are $25. If you attend it is asked that you bring hors d'oeuvres. The event will take place at Stella Maris Regional School, 135 Division Street, Sag Harbor. To purchase tickets, call Diane Bucking at: (631) 725-0481. 

3.05.03
    On Wednesday, Mar 4, the Bridgehampton National Bank with the Unitarian Universalist Church will host the last in their film series on social issues, "Avenue of the Americas" about the effects of 9/11 in Chile. Q & A afterward with the filmmakers.  Community Rm, Bridgehampton Nat. Bank, Rt 27.

3.04.03
   Beginning on Saturday, Feb 28, The East End Arts Council Community School of the Arts has created a 14-week "Studio Recording Workshop" designed to get the amateur musician's tracks out to the garage and onto a CD. East End Composer George Cork Maul will lead the workshop using the latest in computer-based digital recording techniques. The class will meet on Saturdays, from 1-2pm. Registration is required. For info, call: (631) 369-2171.

3.03.04
   On Thursday, Mar 18, the New Media Repertory Company in New York City will premiere Testiculations by award-winning playwright and Sag Harbor resident, Geoffrey Gordon. The provocative play, directed by Miranda McDermott is about Mr. Gordon's experiences teaching college in maximum security prisons. Tickets are $15 for adults, and $10 for students and seniors. For a performance schedule and more info, call: (212) 734-5195.

3.03.04
  On Tuesday, Mar 9, the annual "Arts Advocacy Day" organized by the New York State Alliance for Arts Organizations, will be held in Albany. Advocates of the arts are needed to attend. Buses will depart Greenport at 5:30am, making a stop in Riverhead. A rally in Albany begins at 11am and ending with a reception at 4pm. Cal the East End Arts Council at (631) 727-0900 to reserve a space on the bus.

3.03.04
    On Sunday, Mar 7, The Jewish Center of the Hamptons invites you to a Purim Carnival. Food, music, costumes, gifts, games. Everyone welcome. 10am - Noon.  JCOH, 44 Woods Lane, East Hampton (631) 324-9858 x 201  http://www.jcoh.org 

3.02.04
    The Bridgehampton Citizens Advisory Committee recently launched a comprehensive website where you can get summaries of issues affecting the community.    http://www.aboutbridgehampton.com

3.02.04
     On Saturday, Feb 28, Grenning Gallery, Sag Harbor NY, will host a fundraiser to send an African-American artist to the Florence Academy of Art. The Florence Academy is a non-profit school founded in 1991 by Daniel Graves. It is based on the Old Masters traditions as the foundation for great painting. Although the school caters to international students from 26 different nations, there are no African-American students enrolled at the time. Grenning Gallery is kicking off its campaign to raise money to pay for tuition and housing for an African-American artist for a year. 

    The gala benefit will be held from 5:00 - 8:00pm. Tickets for the event are $50 per person and can be obtained from Grenning Gallery, 90 Main Street in Sag Harbor, or by mail: P.O. Box 3049, Sag Harbor 11963. For info, contact Andree Jackson or Laura Grenning (631) 725-8469.  http://www.grenninggallery.com/ 

 2.24.04

    On Sunday, Feb 29, Eastville Community Historical Society invites you to attend it's 21st Annual Black History Month Program "And Still I Rise: Sag Harbor African-Americans at the Top". 3:00pm @ Christ Episcopal Church, Hampton Street and East Union Street in Sag Harbor.  Invited Honorees: Frank Wimberley, artist; Kenneth I. Chenault, finance; Earl G. Graves, publisher; Johnnie I. Cochran, attorney; Barbara Smith, restauranteur; E.T. Williams, real estate; Rev. Susan Johnson-Cooper, pastor; Noel Hankin, business; Susan Taylor, publisher; Helen Marshall, politics; Dr. Gerald Deas, physician;

Admission is free, donations are gratefully accepted. Reception to follow immediately in the Christ Church Parish Hall.

2.26.04

    On Friday, Feb 27, Westhampton Methodist Church will sponsor a benefit concert to feed starving children. The event takes place at 7:30pm. Free will offerings will be taken. Performers will include: Glorification Singers, The Peconic War Pipes, Fred Allard, Ryan Jeffries, Annmarie Librizzi, Charles Diggett, Jennifer Castagna, the Westhampton Methodist Praise Team and Senior Choir.    For more info, call: 445-4552.

 2.26.04
   On Monday, March 1, Parrish Art Museum invites Seniors to a tour of the 2004 School Art Festival. This takes place at 1pm at the Museum in Southampton. The exhibit features work from area schools by students of all ages.  Admission is free. Call for more info: 283-2118, ext. 44.

2.26.04
   On Sunday, February 29, join Catholic, Protestant, Jewish and Islamic Clergy for A LEAP OF FAITH FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING: An Interfaith Prayer Service.  Event begins at 3pm - 5pm, IBEW Hall, Motor Parkway, Hauppauge. Directions: Take LIE to Exit 55, Motor Parkway. From the West, make a left on to Motor Parkway. From the East, make a right on to Motor Parkway. IBEW is ahead about 1,000 feet to your right. Park in the rear of the building. This event is sponsored by: Catholic Charities, The Long Island Council of Churches, The American Jewish Committee, and The Islamic Center of Long Island.

2.26.04