Hamptons Online - Out & About

Roots Music Festival Offers Up Country, Jazz and Bluegrass Mix

Based on the tremendous audience reception of last year's first Roots Music Festival, organizer singer/songwriter/musician Caroline Doctorow decided to give it another go on Saturday, June 27. 1 comment

Kelsey Grammer Takes A Turn As Host Of Retreat Gala

The Retreat enlisted East End artists in another successful merging of art and altruism. Dozens of artists donated their talents and hundreds of attendees donated their means in support of the 14th Annual Artists Against Abuse fundraiser hosted by the incomparable Kelsey Grammer and his wife Camile.

Centennial Celebration Commemorates Hospital's Annual Party

Despite the torrential rains on Friday, June 26, nothing could stop over 50 past chairs, committee members and supporters of the Southampton Hospital's Annual Summer Party, one of the Hospital's most important yearly fundraising events. Gallery

Saving The Environment Never Tasted So Good

Sheets of rain proved little deterrent to the 500 environmentally conscious food-savvy contributors that slogged their way through a soggy parking field to an oasis of savory finger foods and crisp wine pairings that awaited them beneath the event tent amid the fields at Wolffer Estate Vineyards. 2 comments

Sixth Annual Ross Club Starlight Gala Shines Brightly

The rainy weekend weather did not diminish the excitement and enthusiastic turnout for one of the, literally, “stellar" events of the Hamptons summer charity season, as hundreds gathered in support of the Ross School. 2 comments

within the city

Hampton Designer Showhouse Kick-Off Party Goes Park Avenue Style

Stephanie and Ric Barbatelli of E. Braun & Co. hosted a kick-off party for the 2009 Hampton Designer Showhouse at their new Park Avenue location Tuesday. The space, designed by Susan Orsini, was an ideal backdrop for the announcement of the talented roster of designers who will transform the Showhouse into a world class showcase. 1 comment Gallery

for the cause

Rush Philanthropic Arts Announces 10th Anniversary Of Art For Life

Russell Simmons and Danny Simmons, founders of Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation, will celebrate the 10th Anniversary of their Art For Life East Hampton benefit gala on Saturday, July 18 in East Hampton.

Breath Of The Hamptons Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Benefit

The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation will host the Third Annual Breath of the Hamptons benefit in Bridgehampton, on Saturday, July 11, to help fund vital research in its search for a cure of this genetic disease.

On The Radar: Book Parties And New Films

Book parties for Gigi Levangie Grazer, as well as Paula Froelich; MTV rolls its cameras for "The City;" and mother and daughter spotted having dining at Blue Parrot on Father's Day.

on the scene

The Montauk Band Suddyn Hits The Airwaves

Suddyn (two Montauk brothers and two Irish childhood friends) uniquely fuse together the emotional intensity and style of Radiohead, the atmospheric rock of U2, and the baroque drama of Queen. 2 comments

The Story About The Ad Mogul's Daughter Who Writes A Book

MTV starts shooting new series; Jodi Della Femina and Jane Stanton Hitchcock launch new books; Matthew Broderick and Sarah Jessica Parker welcome twin girls; and Lisa and Philip Falcone match gift to The Highline.

real estate spotlight

Big Water Big Value

By Mala Sander, Senior Vice President, Associate Broker, The Corcoran Group

Gorgeous sunset views over Noyac Bay, tremendous value and very special details grace this Artist's own home.

around town

Bethenny Frankel on Hamptons.com Main Street Series - Part 1 of 2

Bethenny Frankel, one of the stars of the hit TV series, "The Real Housewives of NYC", speaks to Hamptons.com about her new book, "Naturally Thin" and about upcoming season 3 of her popular reality show. Part 1 of 2. Watch Video

Fireworks To Blaze East End Skies

Fireworks displays are planned for communities all across the East End Saturday, July 4th evening, as the night skies begin to fall across the land. For specific locations and times in your neighborhood ...

Hamptons Greek Festival A Cornucopia Of Taste And Song

If your wanderlust has you yearning for a trip to the Greek Isles and your taste buds have you craving for dolmades, souvlaki and loukoumades, don't fret - the Hamptons Greek Festival is just around the corner and we have it on good sources that the ladies have been slicing, dicing and stuffing, cooking up this year's handmade dishes for the annual celebration.