Southampton - Hold on to your hats! The summer's sweltering heat bids you a steamy farewell, as the weeping willows are whispering cashmere and knits. The temps are dropping yes indeed, but the parties are pumping hotter than ever.

Ann Dexter Jones at Ellen's Run. (Rob Rich)

Real Housewives of New York, Sonja Morgan and R. Houri Hay hosted a Hampton Social Series event at Lily Pond on Friday. Close friends, socialites and supporters gathered for an intimate evening that salutes the American Friends of Blérancourt. The organization supports the French National Museum in Picardie, France. The museum exhibits beautiful artwork, vintage war photographs, historical documents and tons of other memorable snippets of French-American history. Guests enjoyed cocktails and an elegant dinner at Lily Pond last weekend. Overall, everyone came together for a great cause. Among the guests of the evening were Andrea Correale, Harry Dubin, Francesco Santoro, Micheal Katz, Harold Grant and Dany David. Morgan says she has been committed to the cause with the hope of preserving French American history for a long time now. "Every year we organize trips to different parts of Europe, host yearly galas and hold art shows at my house. I put a lot of heart and soul into it."

Hope for a cure. The Ellen Hermanson Foundation, sponsor of Ellen's Run, held the annual HEAT gala Saturday evening at Steven Klein's estate in Bridgehampton. The cause attracted quite the crowd with guests including Christie Brinkley, Hope Klein Langer, Lisa Schifter Greenberg, Russell Simmons and Donna Karen all with high hopes for the fight against breast cancer. The foundation is devoted to continuing the tireless work of Ellen Hermanson, former breast cancer patient and activist. Ellen's commitment to educating breast cancer patients and strong voice about the fight for life is lived on today through the efforts of her sister, Julie Ratner and her vision through the organization. Through compassion, committed organizations, educational efforts and Donna Karen's new holistic approach to the fight against breast cancer there is hope in the Hamptons. Hundreds of patients, survivors and friends lined up for the annual 5K race at Southampton Hospital Sunday morning. Every patient deserves undeniable support and a chance to fight for their right to life.

Team Converse struts their stuff at the "Jacked in the Hamptons" Party with Details Magazine. (Nick Hunt for PatrickMcMullan.com)

On your mark get set, go! Last weekend hundreds of runners put their best feet first at the Lung Cancer Research Foundation's annual Stride for Life run at Lake Agawam in Southampton. Over 1,000 supporters gathered under the sun to raise funds for lung cancer research. Lung cancer survivors Joey Smith and Joe Buckheit cut the ribbon to kick off the race alongside the co-anchor of Fox 5 News, Rosanna Scotto, who was cheering among the crowd. The runners split up into teams in memory of their loved ones and away they ran, with a tee-shirt and tote awaiting the first 1,000 runners at the finish line. Tory Burch designed exclusive tee-shirts for the event with the slogan, "Run, Breathe, Live." Strides for Life has raised over $2 million for lung cancer research, continuing to find a cure for the disease.

Dr. Gerry Curatola and Georgia Curatola at Ellen's Run. (Rob Rich)

RDV East left everyone with a smile Saturday night. Operation Smile hosted the second annual "Evening of Smiles" at the Southampton hotspot, raising money to repair facial deformities for children all over the world. Cleft lip and cleft palate are just a few of the deformities, Operation Smile can fix. There is a solution and the organization provides free surgeries for kids who are truly in need. Guests sipped cocktails, enjoyed sweet treats and feasted on hors'doeuvres throughout the night. Live entertainment, art auctions and donations helped to raise money for the cause. Brian Farrell, an artist, has worked to donate pieces of his art for charity. Helping more than 150,000 children with facial deformities, Young Adult Chair, Danielle Warwick and the committee are focused on putting a smile on every child's face around the world.

If you're in the Hamptons for business, hopefully you get to enjoy New York's hotspots for pleasure! Guests laced up their chucks and put their skills to the test Saturday at the "Jacked in the Hamptons" party for pleasure at The Estate. Details Magazine and Team Converse offered cocktails and tennis for guests, as they showcased a palette of colors featuring Jack Purcell. Whether you were sipping Absolut cocktails or swinging a racket, fun was the first priority on and off the court in Sag Harbor.

Runners taking off at the Strides for Life 5th annual run at Lake Agawam. (Blanche Williamson)

The parties for pleasure keep on coming! Club Marakesh's second reunion kicked off the end of the summer with a charitable cause. Club Marakesh of Westhampton held the reunion party to benefit the Mission of Angels Foundation. The foundation ensures a commitment to spirituality and devotion to our mission of being on this earth. Guests quenched their palettes with a delectable dinner overlooking the ocean and the sounds of disco kept guests dancing throughout the evening. The party at the Top of the Wharf made for a night to remember.

Martha Stewart and Harry Slatkin strike a birthday pose at Navy Beach in Montauk. (PatrickMcMullan.com)

If maintaining a healthy America is one of your top priorities, Sunday's annual RID brunch most likely caught your attention. New York's star doctors and Betsy McCauhey, PH. D., Chairman and Founder hosted the sixth annual summer brunch to benefit RID, the Committee to Reduce Infection Deaths. New York's star doctors came together to fight hospital infection. RID is a nonprofit educational organization committed to ensuring health and safety in hospitals. Hospital infections kill over 100,000 people every year. The committee plans on reducing this number by far. RID educates hospitals about infection prevention and provides them with outstanding resources. Guests included Dr. Jeffrey Borer, Dr. Tracy Pfeifer, Dr. Steve O'Brien, Dr. Jeffrey Moses, Dr. Joel Kassimir, Dr. John Schaefer, Dr. Morrell Avram and several other talented doctors. Avis Richards, CEO and Founder of Birds Nest Productions, opened the doors of his home last weekend in support of an incredible team of doctors dedicated to making a difference.

Batter up! The 62nd annual Artists versus Writers Charity Softball Game was more than a big hit in East Hampton this year. With the first pitch up in the air, the game was already a cat and mouse chase. It was hard to keep up with so many great plays. By the end of the 10th inning the artists took the lead 15 to 14. Proceeds from the event benefit East Hampton Day Care, Phoenix Houses of Long Island, which offer substance abuse treatment and East End Hospice, which provides terminally ill patients with care. Among the artists pitching were Alec Baldwin, Christie Brinkley, Eric Ernst, Ed Hollander, Edward Tyler Nahem, Randal Rosenthal, B Smith and Lori Singer. The writers who put their skills to the test this year were Ken Auletta, Mike Lupica, Bill Collage, Carl Bernstein, Mort Zuckerman, Richard Reeves, Lynn Sherr, Rod Gilbert, Andrew Ross Sorkin, Gail Sheehy, Bonnie McEneaney and Maria Eftimiades.

If you're not a big tennis fan and miss swinging a racket, you may have been playing in the matches during squash week. Southampton Youth Services had a little something extra in mind during Hamptons Squash Week this year. The Elmaleh Stanton Squash Center welcomed the public and professional players to show their stuff on the court! The competition included the incredibly talented Women's International Squash Player's Association (WISPA) World Tour, Professional Doubles players and young squash players who truly have a passion for the game. Squash is not only about skill but also stamina. The game welcomes just about anybody. After the matches ended, SYS held a Hamptons Chic All White Party in honor of squash gurus, Victor Elmaleh and James Stanton. The cocktail event at the Four Seasons in Southampton recognized the extraordinary hard work of these two gentlemen and their devotion to furthering the legacy of squash. Proceeds from the event go directly to a new after school program for children at risk. The Academy is noted for squash lessons, community service and mentoring to help drive students in the long run a- nyone can play squash long-time squash champion Elmaleh reminded me.

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Sonja Morgan strikes a pose in support of the American Friends of Blerancourt at Lily Pond. (Adriel Reboh for PatrickMcMullan.com)

Shopaholics Announcements: Talented designer, Tory Burch, is welcoming guests into her boutique this Saturday afternoon to benefit the Theatre Museum. Bring your shopping sensibility; Tory Burch continues to design women's sportswear that is made for anyone who has an eclectic sense of style. From 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. join five time Tony Award winners Broadway producers, Stewart F. Lane and Bonnie Comley and Theatre Museum President, Helen Guditis for the opportunity to shop for a cause. A percentage of the proceeds will go directly to the Theatre Museum. The Museum is dedicated to preserving the history of theatre.

Party Lovers: Celebrate Labor Day the right way. Stadiumred, multiple Grammy Award Winning recording studio in New York City, is throwing a party next weekend that will go down in history! Owners of Stadiumred, Claude and Marc Zdanow have a night of fun planned for you at the Stadiumred mansion in the Hamptons. Party with the sounds of The Chainsmokers, who will be DJing at the event. You don't want to miss out on this one!

Russell Simmons smiles for a cause at the HEAT Benefit. (Chance Yeh for PatrickMcMullan.com)

Star Sightings: Real Housewives of New York's Alex McCord and Ramona Singer were recently spotted with celebrity hairstylist, Angelo David. David styled the divas as they prepared for a photo shoot. Ramona's daughter, Avery, was treated to a new look as well. She loved her hair so much she updated her Facebook picture later in the day!

Nick and Toni's Italian delicacies have been pulling in A-listers week after week. On Monday evening, director/producer Alexandra Shiva and her husband enjoyed a scrumptious dinner with Ethan Hawke and his family on the patio. Paul McCartney and Nancy Shevell had an intimate dinner for two on Friday. Later in the week, U.S. Army General Colin Powell and his wife dined with Ron and Jo Carole Lauder.

Happy belated Birthday to former President Bill Clinton! The former President celebrated his birthday in Water Mill on Sunday with a star-studded guest list. Almond Restaurant in Bridgehampton catered the event with delicious treats. Among the guests at the party were Hillary Rodham Clinton, Anjelica Huston, Russell Simmons, Matt Lauer, Katie Couric, Martha Stewart, Anthony Weiner and Huma Abedin, Vera Wang, Alan Patricof, Alan Grubman, Diane von Furstenberg, Harvey Weinstein, Donna Karen, Tim Bishop, Christie Brinkley and NYPD Commissioner Raymond Kelly.

Model and Activist Christie Brinkley at the HEAT Benefit.

Bostwick's Chowder House makes seafood fit for a king, especially a top chef. Bobby Flay was spotted last week enjoying a dinner with his wife and daughter.

Serafina's keeps customers coming back for more! Alec Baldwin dropped in twice, once last week with his daughters and once again on Friday night. He kicked back with some friends, eating pizza and focaccia.

Supermodel and TV host, Tyra Banks enjoyed a dinner for two at the T-Bar at Savanna's. Closeby sat TV personality and advertising executive, Donny Deutsch with a group of friends.

Montauk is home of the beaches and celebrity birthdays this weekend! Navy Beach hosted a birthday party for the fabulous Martha Stewart and fragrance entrepeneur, Harry Slatkin Friday night. The restaurant shut down for the night, opening up the beach to the stars. When cake-time came, Stewart personally delivered a slice of the layered chocolate cake for her driver to enjoy, as he sat in her SUV with her three four-legged friends. The star spangled guest list included J. Crew's CEO Mickey Drexler, polo sportsman, Nacho Figueras, Marjorie Gubelmann, Reed Krakoff of Coach, fashion photographer, Bruce Weber, W's editor Stefano Tonchi, Ingrid Sischy and Sandy Brant and designer,Elie Tahari.

Richard Gere, his wife Carey Lowell and their son treated themselves to some Thai cuisine at Phao in Sag Harbor.

With the summer nearly behind you and the turning leaves of fall showing hints of autumn, Hamptonites never forget to live life to the fullest.