You could feel the sense of relief in the air on Saturday morning at the East Hampton Town Recreational Facility (the former C.D.C.H.property) on Stephen Hands Path, as over 340 people received their second dose of Pfizer's COVID-19 Vaccine and 315 received their first. Volunteers from East Hampton enthusiastically took on roles as Vaccinators, Post Vaccination Assistants, Traffic Controllers, Vaccinator Assistants and more. Everything ran smoothly under the guidance of organizer East Hampton Town Supervisor Peter Van Scoyoc, his Assistant Anne Bell, and numerous others from our Town government.
If you are an observant person, last week you could have had a sneak peek at the new street sign that was "planted" by Matthew MacPherson and Raymond Saar of the East Hampton Village Department of Public Works at the corner of Buell Lane and Toilsome Lane. The official dedication took place on Saturday afternoon, honoring former East Hampton Village Mayor Kenneth Wessberg, Sr. Town Historian Hugh King told some inside stories about the life and accomplishments of the late Mr. Wessberg. Two other Kenneth Wessbergs (Junior and the III'd) joined local dignitaries, including East Hampton Village Chief of Police Michael Tracey and Trustee Rosemary Brown in honoring the Mayor, who served from 1983 until 1992.
Great news for Amagansett: Rosie's Amagansett on Main Street is officially open for the 2021 season. Masked and socially distant customers enjoyed the classic assortment of delicious baked goods, coffee and more.
A sea of green could be found throughout the halls of Aquebogue Elementary School in the Riverhead Central School District in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day. Donning their Irish best, students took part in fun activities like fashioning leprechaun traps and hats.
On Saturday afternoon, Guild Hall in East Hampton celebrated its 90th Anniversary with the opening of the 83rd Artists Member Exhibition. Once again, over 400 Artists participated. The Show will run until April 10th, with a maximum of 50 masked visitors at a time.
On Saturday afternoon at Springs Community Church, guests had the opportunity to sample superb house chili from 20 top local restaurants. Adapting to current pandemic regulations, pick up was via drive through. There was over 290 online orders, which included two servings of chili, a sourdough baguette, and a reusable ceramic mug. All proceeds benefited the Springs Food Pantry and Share the Harvest Farm.
After 81 days in Atlantic Marine Conservation Society's (AMSEAS) critical care facility, 11 critically endangered Kemp's ridley sea turtles are getting a second chance at life. The rehabilitated sea turtles were transported to Gabreski Airport by AMSEAS biologists for a flight, coordinated by Turtles Fly Too, to Canaveral National Seashore in Florida where they will be released back into the ocean.
East Hampton's LongHouse Reserve held its Winter Benefit, A Love Song to Jack, on February 14. The Valentine’s Day virtual event celebrated LongHouse’s beloved founder Jack Lenor Larsen, who recently left this world at 93. The evening began with a heartfelt rendition of "It Had To Be You" from JoyJanJones and included music from Laurie Anderson, Nico Muhly, G.E. Smith and Taylor Barton, and Rufus Wainwright. The evening honored Shirin Neshat and Paul Goldberger. Loving Couple’ Honorary Chairs included Bill T. Jones and Bjorn Amelan, Eric Fischl and April Gornik, and Rufus Wainwright and Jörn Weisbrodt.
Now in its 12th year, the goal of P.S. I Love You Day is to raise awareness about bullying and suicide - and also promote kindness. Hampton Bays Middle Schoolers took part in a variety of activities, such as engaging in classroom discussions and helping design an “I am” wall featuring positive messages.
East Hampton Village hosted its first Historic Scavenger Hunt. East Hampton Village Historian Hugh King approved, and posed at, each secret location before the event. The winners were the team of Laura Molinari, Jon Tarbet, Jr. and Family.
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