“Sag Harbor, NY, Hamptons Happenings”… After a long day of hosting a yard sale, and driving to the Hamptons from Hauppauge, New York, I was ready to ‘ROCK THE DOCK’ with the Bay Street Theatre. Driving in, my sight was set on the large white tent along the Long Wharf surrounded by guests and spectators even in the sweltering heat. Inside, the watermelon cocktails, and vibrant decor kept the party going. The silent auction included raffles for The Ritz Carlton Orlando Golf Challenge, where guests were told to “putt” their money where their mouth is, and the ‘Wine Extravaganza’, in which EVERYONE walked away with a bottle. Who wouldn’t want to sign up?
As the night went on, host Susan Lucci approached the tent looking elegant and beautiful, she remains the most famous face in daytime television history. The evening filled with Hampton’s summer fashion, fun, and fabulous people. The annual gala is the fundraiser in support of Bay Street’s yearlong programming, bringing amazing performances to Sag Harbor. I enjoyed the evening, and most of all the fabulous company. Bay Street Theatre Rocked The Dock!
The Rock the Dock Summer Benefit Bash supports Literature Live, kids’ camps, college internships, and other educational programs that keep Bay Street Theatre a cultural gem and a de facto cultural community-center within Sag Harbor. Special guests of the evening included Karen Ziemba, Nelson DeMille, Tina Louise, Aida Turturro, Prudence and Alexandra Fairweather, Robert Zimmerman and many other familiar faces of the Hamptons community.
Susan Lucci entertained guests with stories of her career and performed a song written by the late Marvin Hamlisch which he wrote as a dedication to her. Susan sang before an audience of over 400 guests with pianist Shawn Geough, followed by three-time Tony Award winner and Broadway singer Karen Ziemba as she stunned the audience with her amazing voice.
Peter Scolari, Conrad John Schuck, Tom Deckman and Laurent Giroux, the cast of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, which will open August 6th as part of Bay Street Theatre’s 2013 Mainstage season, performed “I’mCalm” and “Everybody ought to have a Maid” from the final 2013 summer production accompanied by musical director Ethyl Will as pianist.
Bay Street Theatre is a not-for-profit regional theater presenting new, classic and contemporary works, with a commitment to challenging and entertaining our diverse community. This commitment extends to innovative educational programs that highlight the power of live theater. It is our mission to be an artistic haven for an extended family of artists and audience, while continuing to provide a gathering place to share in the unique collective theatrical experience.
“Montauk, NY, Hamptons Happening”…Shark’s Eye, Montauk’s Revolutionary fishing Tournament. Montauk is known for its surfing, fishing and fishing tournaments. People from all over the world vacation in Montauk just to fishing. On Saturday July 27th and Sunday, July 28th some of the foremost research scientists in the country will come to Montauk for “The Shark’s Eye, Montauk’s first Satellite tag and all-release fishing tournament hosted by Montauk Marine Basin”, this will be a two-day festival for sport, science, conservation and education. All sharks caught in this tournament will be released – circle hooks only. If you have always wanted to experience shark fishing in a different location but you are unable to attend this tournament to do so, then why not have a look at these FKF Charters, located in Key West for further information about the charters that they have on offer. From shark fishing to tarpon fishing, there is something for everyone, so don’t hesitate in checking it out if you’re in the area. This amazing event is being led by “Montauk Marine Basin owner, Carl Darenberg.
A REVOLUTIONARY CHARITY FISHING TOURNAMENT TO SAVE SHARKS
This painting by renound artist April Gornic goes to the tournament winner.July 26th-28th Friday 3pm-6pm, Saturday 6am-5pm, Sunday 6am-5pmMontauk Marine Basin426 West Lake, Montauk, NY631-668-5900
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This event will be joined by country music sensation Colton James, and folk music star Caroline Doctorow & MariGrace Dineen. They will be performing at the outdoor stage at Gosman’s famous seafood dock on Saturday night, July 27, from 5 to 9 p.m. The outdoor concert is free. On both days, Brooks and Sean Paxton, A.K.A. “the Shark Brothers,” will provide exciting informational and educational forums under the tent at Montauk Marine Basin. Brooks and Sean directed the Guy Harvey Ultimate Shark Challenge in Florida, another shark conservation fishing tournament. [button color=”blue” link=”http://www.marinebasin.com/?id=sharkseye1&doc=web_pages.html” size=”medium” target=”_blank” font=”tahoma” align=”center”]Click here for Film &Music Festival tent activities[/button]
The public will hear a plea for shark preservation from Scott Curatolo Wagemann, a Cornell Cooperative Extension scientist and shark attack survivor! Booths under the tent will host the Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation, OCEARCH, and the Riverhead Foundation for Marine Research and Preservation. It’s all for the public to better understand the vital work that these organizations are doing to bring back the large sharks and other species that once flourished in our waters. Four sharks will receive satellite-tracking tags during the two-day all release tournament. Three anglers will name three sharks. The 6th Grade class at the Montauk school will name a fourth. The public will then be able to follow these fish online via OCEARCH Global Shark Tracker, the most-followed shark tracking site and app in the world — provided free of charge! Dave Bofill Marine and White Water Marine will provide chase boats with the scientists to tag the sharks. And Mustad — the best-selling hook on the planet — will provide circle hooks. The Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation is providing $10,000 in cash prizes and renowned artist April Gornik has donated an original work of art for the winner. In addition to the boat team competition, the public can be in the action as an official Tournament Observer.
Shark’s Eye Background
Today the great apex predators of the ocean face extinction, and so do the charter boat captains who catch them.That’s why Carl Darenberg, owner of Montauk Marine Basin, artist April Gornik, and the Concerned Citizens of Montauk, working with the Montauk Boatmen, Inc., the Montauk Chamber of Commerce, Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation, OCEARCH, the Shark Brothers, and Mote Marine Laboratory are proud to present Shark’s Eye.All sharks caught in this tournament are released and only circle hooks are used. Eligible mako, thresher and blue sharks are fitted with satellite tracking tags, which monitor their movements after release. The anglers who catch them get to name three tagged sharks, and a fourth is named by Montauk school children. The public is able to follow these fish online via the OCEARCH Global Shark Tracker.
In 1951 a young Frank Mundus settled in Montauk and got the idea to offer charter fishing for sharks. Nobody paid much attention to him. But by the time Mundus and team harpooned a 4500 pound great white, in 1964, anglers were paying serious attention, as well as a writer named Peter Benchley. The movie “Jaws” was released in 1975 and everybody wanted to come to Montauk to go Monster Fishing for sharks. Big money tournaments started to take hold.
Cut to the late 1990’s, when disturbing videos started to appear. Sharks were shown being finned alive by foreign commercial fishermen. They were being killed not by the thousands, but by the millions, to provide fins for shark fin soup for the growing Asian market. Shark populations started to decline, and by the mid 2000s were no longer sustainable.
To ensure a highly competitive, exciting and informative event for both anglers and the general public, in addition to satellite tagging of certain fish, a system of best practices and modern catch and release protocols have been engineered into this tournament format to maximize the post-release welfare and survivability of all sharks caught during this competition. These methods include the mandatory use of inline circle hooks to help prevent internal hooking, heavy tackle and line strengths to reduce a shark’s time on the line, and other specific handling procedures designed to ensure angler safety and healthy shark releases. Anglers and Observers will receive personal training on these methods, prior to competition.
All profits from the two-day event will go to the Montauk Boatmen (MBI), the Montauk school, the Montauk Chamber of Commerce and the Concerned Citizens of Montauk (CCOM).
“Hamptons,NY”Russell Simmons, Danny Simmons and The Rush Philanthropic Foundation is back for their 14th season in the Hamptons with their annual 14thART FOR LIFE Hamptons Benefit. This year’s theme I am told is “Field of Dreams” and the Attire is dreamy hues ofPeacock Green, Aquamarine&Amethyst“. This will be the first year that the annual event will not be hosted at Russell Simmons estate in East Hampton. I am sure the event will be just as elegant as always. I am excited for this years entertainment Maxwell ,Estelle & Rapper Rick Ross
Celebrating the creative energy of our New York City Youth!
I look forward to attending this program every year not just because of the star power that attends but because they are doing some pretty fantastic work in the inner-city communities with art and music for students whose schools have eliminated these programs due to budget cutbacks. Russell & Danny continue their vital support to arts programs dedicated to serving urban children and emerging artist.
Saturday, July 27, 2013Fairview Farms, Bridgehampton, NYREGISTRATION: Tue, Jun 25, 2013 to Sat, Jul 27, 2013 CONTACT: Inez Weinstein Special Events EMAIL: [email protected] PHONE: 212 254-6677 URL: http://www.rushphilanthropic.orgIndividual Tickets $1,500 Tables from $15,000*Featuring a silent auction of unique luxury items & experiences Cocktails at 6pm Dinner and Program at 7:30pmHONORING Sam Englebardt & William D. Johnson, Founders, Demarest FilmsAnne Pasternak, President & Artistic Director, Creative TimeAnne PasternakTyler Perry, Filmmaker & Philanthropist Tyler PerryAdditional Honorees To Be Announced later…..
FEATURED ARTIST
Rashid Johnson
HOSTED BY
Soledad O’Brien
Soledad O’Brien and Russell Simmons AFL 2012
HONORARY CHAIR
Star Jones Michael Strahan
EVENT CHAIRS
Kimberly Hatchett Crystal McCrary Camilla Olsson Richard & Lisa Plepler
ART AUCTION CHAIR
Lucille Blair Alberto Mugrabi
LUXURY AUCTION CHAIR
Shamin Abas, Shamin Abas Public Relations Angella Forbes, Forbes Public Relations
SPECIAL PERFORMANCES BY
TBA
MUSIC BY
DJ M.O.S
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER
Ronnie Davis, Ronnie Davis Productions
ART FOR LIFE HAMPTONS (Hamptons,NY)
In 2013, Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation will celebrate the 143h Annual ART FOR LIFE Hampton Benefit Event– our primary fundraising initiative for our friends and supporters. The evening, held in celebration of the creative energy of our New York City youth, honores exemplary individuals for success in their respective fields and good works to better the community.
The Board Members are Officers: Russell Simmons, Chairman and Co-founder | Danny Simmons, Vice Chairman and Co-founder | Javier Evans, President | Monica Petraglia McCabe, Secretary | Richard Slomovitz, Treasurer | Tangie Murray, Executive Director
DirectorsShamin Abas | Lucille Blair | Allison Weiss Brady | Derek Jenkins | Dr. Yasin N. Khan | Stan Lathan | Marc J. Leder | Victor Matthews | Brenda D. Neal| John B. Rhea | David Rosenberg | Joseph “Rev. Run” Simmons
For additional information or to purchase tickets or tables, please contact Tracey Doolin at Inez Weinstein Special Events at: (212) 254-6677 or (212) 614-0400, Fax: (212) 477-4501, via email [email protected].
I can’t wait to see Maxwell perform, I am a huge fan. It would be really nice to see Maxwell, Estelle & Rick Ross do something together. As Always Hamptons Mouthpiece keeping you in the know with Hamptons Happenings in Hamptons,NY
Hamptons Happenings…I am so excited for the Chef’s and Champagne in the Hamptons 2013. The James Beard Foundation’s Chefs & Champagne® New York…..Honoring Andrew Zimmern..Last year Food Network’s “Chopped” were the 2012 honorees, I had never watched the show and I was clearly in the minority. After the event I came home and decided to tivo the show and now I am completely a Chopped Junkie….I love this show and have watched every episode.
www.jamesbeard.org
Once again this year I may have been in the minority because I had never watched or even heard of Bizarre Foods on the Travel Channel with Andrew Zimmern. I have watched the show and I like it. I have learned much about other cultures from around the country and yes, the food that Andrew eats on this show is very BIZARRE.I am sure I am NOT brave enough to try new things as Andrew does, like the “trash fish” and black bearhe ate. The most Bizarre food that I have ever eaten was “turtle” when I was in Costa Rica, this is apparently a treat…I will admit is was delicious.
I am most excited to attend this years Chef’s & Champagne because it is one of my favorite events in the Hamptons. I am looking forward to stopping by Chef Eric Millerfrom Madison & Main table, Chef Alex Guarnaschelli fromButter Restaurant and one of the judges from my new favorite show “Chopped” will be there as well so I would love to taste her food and a new restaurant that just opened in Bridgehampton that is receiving rave reviews Chef Todd Jacobs from Fresh, can’t wait to have a sample of his food.
C&C 2012 Kurt Leggard
The James Beard Foundation (JBF) will honor multiple James Beard Award-winning TV personality, chef, food writer and teacher Andrew Zimmernat Chefs & Champagne® New York, the Foundation’s annual summer fundraiser in the Hamptons at the Wölffer Estate Vineyard. This sumptuous tasting party will feature flowing Champagne, the wines of Wölffer Estate Vineyard, Stella Artois® Belgian lager, and culinary offerings from a select group of more than 35 renowned chefs, many from JBF Award–winning restaurants.
Saturday, July 20, 2013Chefs & Champagne® New York Main Event
6:00 pm to 8:30 pmChefs & Champagne® New York VIP Experience
5:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Wölffer Estate
185 Sagg Road
Sagaponack, NY 11962
Andrew Zimmern is a multiple James Beard Award-winning TV personality, chef, food writer and teacher, Andrew is also the host and co-executive producer of Travel Channel’s hit series, Bizarre Foods with Andrew Zimmern and Bizarre Foods America. As this year’s guest of honor, Zimmern has graciously announced a charitable partnership with eyebobs, a leading U.S. eyewear company specializing in reading glasses. A portion of the proceeds from “The Zimm,” Zimmern’s new style of limited-edition eyeglass frames, will be dedicated to furthering the James Beard Foundation’s mission and programs. “The Zimm” follows eyebobs’s 2012 collaboration with style icon Iris Apfel and the company’s 2011 collaboration with Katie Couric.
Chefs & Champagne® New York is considered the East End’s premiere culinary event. Funds raised at the event help support the James Beard Foundation’s wide variety of initiatives, including culinary student scholarships and the organization’s annual food conference on sustainability, public health, and nutrition. A silent auction consisting of fine dining experiences, wines and spirits, cookware, and culinary travel packages will also raise funds for the organization. In addition, the 2013 recipient of the Christian Wölffer Scholarship for wine and food studies will be announced.
General Admission: JBF Members $200, Non-members $275. General admission includes: all tastings, silent auction bidding opportunities, and gift bag.
VIP Premium Admission: $375 for JBF Members and Non-members. VIP tables of 10: $4,000. The VIP experience includes exclusive reception with early access to all tastings; advanced silent auction preview; reserved table seating; access to VIP after-party (8:30 pm to 10:00 pm); and a gift bag.
For reservations and more information, please contact the James Beard Foundation at (212) 627-2308.
Visa Signature® is the preferred card of the James Beard Foundation.
Event Sponsors*: Badoit® Sparkling Natural Mineral Water;Celebrity Cruises®; Delta Air Lines; evian® Natural Spring Water; ForbesLife; Forever Cheese; Melissa’s; Roland Foods; Royal Cup Coffee; Skuna Bay Salmon; Stella Artois®; VerTerra; Wölffer Estate Vineyard; WVVH-Hamptons TV®VIP After-Party Official Sponsor: Empire City Casino
Chefs*: FranklinBecker, Cast iron, NYC (Fall 2013); Ari Bokovza and Pastry Chef Colleen Grapes, The Harrison, NYC; AnthonyBucco, Ryland Inn, Whitehouse Station, NJ; Floyd Cardoz, North End Grill, NYC; Clifford Crooks, E Squared Hospitality, NY; PatrickFeury, Nectar, Berwyn, PA; Timothy Fischer, Restaurant Latour at Crystal Springs Resort, Hamburg, NJ; TomFraker, Melissa’s; Markus Glocker, Gordon Ramsay at the London, NYC; AlexGuarnaschelli#, Butter Restaurant and The Darby, NYC; EvanHanczor, Parish Hall, Brooklyn, NY; Todd Jacobs, Fresh, Bridgehampton, NY; StefanKarlsson, Fond, Gothenburg, Sweden; Dan Kluger, ABC Kitchen, NYC; Matthew Lightner, Atera, NYC; Dean James Max and Ali Goss, Parallel Post, Trumbull, CT; Shane McBride, Balthazar, NYC; George Mendes, Aldea, NYC; James Merker, Mile End Delicatessen, NYC; Ashley Merriman, The Waverly Inn, NYC; EricMiller, Madison & Main, Sag Harbor, NY; Todd Mitgang, Crave Fishbar, NYC; MasaharuMorimoto, Morimoto and Tribeca Canvas, NYC; Billy Oliva, Delmonico’s, NYC and Southampton; Pastry Chef Ron Paprocki, Gotham Bar and Grill, NYC; Bryan Petroff and Doug Quint, Big Gay Ice Cream, NYC; Maricel Presilla#, Cucharamama and Zafra, Hoboken, NJ; OlivierQuignon, Bar Boulud, NYC; MichelRichard#, Central Michel Richard, Washington D.C.; RosaRoss; Scrimshaw, Greenport, NY; Alex Stupak, Empellón Cocina and Empellón Taqueria, NYC; John A. Suley, CelebrityCruises;Pastry Chef Abby Swain, CraftandCraftbar, NYC; Jason Weiner, Almond and L&W Oyster Co., Bridgehampton, NY and NYC; HayanYi, Corkbuzz Wine Studio, NYC; Pastry Chef ZacYoung, David Burke Kitchen, NYC
The Village of Sag Harbor Dedicates a Bench in honor of
Her Excellency Suzan Johnson Cook
Ambassador-At-Large for International Religious Freedom on
Saturday, July 6th 2013 at 2pm in the Afternoon.
The official blessing, some photographs and unveiling will take place at the right at the bench, that is located in-front of Lee Jewelers on Main Street in Sag Harbor, NY. The larger group will meet on the grassy knoll in front of B. Smith’s restaurant, on the Wharf , a few feet away. Following the ceremony/program, there will be a small reception at B. Smith’s to greet all guests (cash/bar). The Ambassador will welcome some guest to join the Johnson Cook family at their home in, Sag Harbor.
In attendance will be, Dr. James Forbes, family pastor, Fr. Alex and Rev.Rob Schenck,
Chairs are Reginald Van Lee and Audrey Gaul
Denise Richardson, Journalist & TV Anchor,
Prayer partners Mercedes Nesfield, and Gini Booth
The Office of International Religious Freedom in the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor has the mission of promoting religious freedom as a core objective of U.S. foreign policy. Headed by Ambassador-at-Large for International Religious Freedom, its Office Director and staff monitor religious persecution and discrimination worldwide, recommend and implement policies in respective regions or countries, and develop programs to promote religious freedom.
When: Saturday, July 6th 2013 at 2pm
Where: in front of 42 Main St Sag Harbor, NY 11963
2nd location: in front of B’ Smith’s Restaurant,
1 Long Wharf St Sag Harbor, NY 11963….following program, small reception at B’ Smith’s
because they are doing some pretty fantastic work in the inner-city communities with art and music for students whose schools have eliminated these programs due to budget cutbacks. Russell & Danny continue their vital support to arts programs dedicated to serving urban children and emerging artist.
