Hamptons Event Highlights This Week: September 24–28, 2021

Find an array of fun activities and cultural events, including live shows, outdoor adventures, art exhibitions and more in the Hamptons this week, September 24–28, 2021.

LIVE SHOWS

Film+Panel: My Octopus Teacher
Friday, September 24, 7 p.m.

My Octopus Teacher is a 2020 Netflix original documentary film directed by Pippa Ehrlich and James Reed, which documents a year spent by filmmaker Craig Foster forging a relationship with a wild common octopus in a South African kelp forest. At the 93rd Academy Awards, it won the award for Best Documentary. A panel will take place prior to the film.
25 Jobs Lane, Southampton. 631-283-0967, southamptonartscenter.org/film

The Spin Doctors at WHBPAC
Friday, September 24, 8 p.m.

Don’t miss the band best known for 1990s hits such as “Little Miss Can’t Be Wrong” and “Two Princes.” Purchase tickets ahead of time on the Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center website.
76 Main Street, Westhampton. 631-288-1500, whbpac.org

Fast Five at The Stephen Talkhouse
Friday, September 24, 10 p.m.

Top 40, party rock and dance are all part of the repertoire of this exciting cover band. Songs are custom-suited to every audience and tickets are
only $15.
161 Main Street, Amagansett. 631-267-3117, stephentalkhouse.com

Classic Car Show
Saturday, September 25, 10 a.m.

Rev up your engines for this classic-cool event hosted by the Suffolk County Boy Scouts Trailblazer District and the Children’s Museum of the East End. Trophies will be awarded in categories such as Best in Class for classic cars and sports cars. Proceeds will go to support the Suffolk County Boy Scouts Trailblazer District and CMEE.
368 Bridgehampton-Sag Harbor Turnpike, Bridgehampton. 631-537-8250, cmee.org

Chandon Reception for the Animals
Saturday, September 25, 3:30 p.m.

Don’t miss your chance to help raise the $100,000 needed to purchase an x-ray machine for baby elephants. Join in person at The Baker House or walk from wherever you are before October 4. You can also share photos of your walk on Instagram.
181 Main Street, East Hampton. info@vetsinternational.org, vetsinternational.org

Let’s Get Torch’d
Saturday–Sunday, September 25–26, 10 a.m.

Isaac Boots is extending his residency in the Hamptons. Join him as he hosts Torch’d workouts in-person on select dates this fall. Register online.
352 Montauk Highway, Wainscott. isaacboots.com

Level 1 Yoga with Christine
Tuesday, September 28, 11:30 a.m.

If you’ve always wanted to learn more about yoga but have been afraid to try, this is the class for you! Work through poses and modifications at your own rate, or livestream the class if you wish.
101 Amagansett Square, Amagansett. 631-267-6114, mandalayoga.com

OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Nature/Bird Watching Cruise
Saturday, September 25, 9:45 a.m.

Check out wildlife and migratory birds in the hidden corners of Shinnecock Bay. Be sure to register ahead of time by phone or email as space is limited.
377 Bridgehampton-Sag Harbor Turnpike, Bridgehampton. 631-537-9735, info@sofo.org, sofo.org

Morning Meditation at Quail Hill Farm
Sunday, September 26, 9 a.m.

Enjoy this free 35 minutes of peace and beauty as you practice both seated and standing meditation. Bring your own blanket and cushion.
660 Old Stone Highway, Amagansett. 631-283-3195, peconiclandtrust.org

Barcelona Neck Hike
Sunday, September 26, 10 a.m.

Meet at Sag Harbor Golf Club parking lot on Barcelona Neck Road off of Route114, ready for a moderately brisk 5.5-mile hike with views of Sag Harbor Bay, Northwest Creek, Cedar Point Park and Mashomack Preserve. The walk leader is Chip Dineen.
Barcelona Neck Road, Sag Harbor. 646-221-8225, southamptontrails.org

Flower Workshop at Amber Waves Farm
Monday, September 27, 4 p.m.

Sign up online ahead of time for this unique experience that includes a farm tour, medium bouquet arrangement and Wölffer wine. Make sure to get your spot early as workshops are limited to 15 participants!
367 Main Street, Amagansett. 631-267-5664, amberwavesfarm.org

VIRTUAL EVENTS

Yoga with Michelle Beebee
Monday, September 27, 10:15 a.m.

Improve your health, flexibility and resistance to stress at this special virtual yoga session. Register online ahead of time for the Zoom ID and password.
631-283-0774, myrml.org

Fitness for Older Adults
Tuesday, September 28, 11 a.m.

Don’t miss this opportunity to work out online with Renae Puco, in a class specially designed for older movers and shakers. Register by phone or online and a Zoom ID and password will be sent.
631-324-0222, easthamptonlibrary.org

ART EXHIBITIONS

In Process @ Watermill Center
Friday, September 24, 5:30 p.m.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to engage with international artists-in-residence through a series of rehearsals, workshops, talks and studio visits. Art types include imagery, dance and photography.
39 Water Mill Towd Road, Water Mill. 631-726-4628, visit@watermillcenter.org, watermillcenter.org

Barbara Vaughn: Beyond the Sea
On view through September 30

Don’t miss the last weekend to view the fine-art photography of Barbara Vaughn at the Quogue Gallery. Seven of the works feature mesmerizing reflections of water.
44 Quogue Street, Quogue. 203-321-9427, quoguegallery.com

LongHouse Reserve Presents: Art Foray II
On view through October 9

Art is better with a little adventure. Don’t miss your chance to follow clues and a map to find original pieces of art hidden around the grounds of the LongHouse Reserve. Photograph your discoveries and post them on social media for your chance to win the artwork.
133 Hands Creek Road, East Hampton. 631-329-3568, longhouse.org

Life Goes On
On view through November 3

Take in the work of Vietnam veteran John Melillo that includes a seven-part oil painting series from exclusive photos he took while on tour in Vietnam, as well as a video series. The Southampton Cultural Center is open Fridays to Sundays, noon–6 p.m.
25 Pond Lane, Southampton. 631-287-4377, scc-arts.org

Joel Meyerowitz: Aftermath
On view through November 7

Don’t miss this special exhibition of photographs by Joel Meyerowitz, the only photographer given unimpeded access to Ground Zero in the wake of September 11. The Parrish Art Museum is open Monday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m.–5 p.m. It’s also open on Fridays from 11 a.m.–8 p.m.
279 Montauk Highway, Water Mill. 631-283-2118, parrishart.org

Maren Hassinger at Dia Bridgehampton
On view through May 2022

Maren Hassinger lived in East Hampton during the 1990s and has an impressive span of work created over the course of five decades. Her unique creations include bush sculptures and fabric panels.
23 Corwith Avenue, Bridgehampton. 212-989-5566, diaart.org

Find more exciting Hamptons, North Fork and family events happening this weekend and beyond (or list your own event) at DansPapers.com/Events.