Unlimited Earth Care’s evergreen and blooms
The Hamptons social scene is in full swing as sweet soirees and enticing events grace the shady streets and sandy beaches on the East End.
5/30-6/18
DOUBLE HELIX: A MUSICAL AT BAY STREET THEATER
Double Helix—a musical by NYC-based composer and lyricist Madeline Myers—hits the Bay Street Theater as its first main stage production of the 2023 season and its world premiere. The show tells the story of brilliant scientist Rosalind Franklin and her turbulent journey to discovering the structure of DNA in the mid-20th century. Hearts and minds are changed forever as she strives to make one of the greatest discoveries of all time. 8 p.m., 1 Bay St., Sag Harbor, baystreet.org
6/17
NORTH FORK CRUSH WINE & ARTISANAL FOOD FESTIVAL
Sip back and relax at North Fork Crush Wine & Artisanal Food Festival. The indulgent experience presents a specially curated collection of over 100 craft beverages and wines to sample alongside locally sourced artisan foods. Take in Peconic Bay Vineyard views in a breathtaking outdoor setting while striking up a conversation with some of Long Island’s most celebrated winemakers, winery personnel and sommeliers. Guests can enhance their wine IQ and receive tasting notes directly from the source about food and beverage specialties at Peconic Bay Vineyards. Noon and 4 p.m., 31320 Main Road, Cutchogue, crushwinexp.com
6/17
UNLIMITED EARTH CARE’S 30TH ANNIVERSARY
Esteemed East End garden and landscape design firm Unlimited Earth Care is celebrating three decades of gorgeous designs and industry innovation. Celebrate the anniversary with cocktails, flowers and hors d’oeuvres at the Garden Market. Show some extra flower power at this garden afternoon soiree, welcoming floral enthusiasts and Hamptonites alike. 4-7 p.m., 2249 Scuttle Hole Road, Bridgehampton, unlimitedearthcare.com
6/18
WAINSCOTT STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL
The annual Wainscott Strawberry Festival returns this year, serving up delicious strawberry shortcake and a berry sweet Father’s Day. The afternoon will honor the beloved fruit with this annual festival held at the Wainscott Chapel. Hosted by the Wainscott Sewing Society, this event will have both a toothsome and charitable tie, where proceeds will benefit the Chapel. 2-4 p.m., 65 Main St., Wainscott, wainscottchapel.org
6/30
36TH ANNUAL AMERICAN PICNIC WITH FIREWORKS BY GRUCCI
In preparation of a sparkling Fourth of July, the 36th annual American Picnic will shine brighter than ever over Shinnecock Bay with Fireworks by Grucci. Held at a private residence on Meadow Lane, guests can indulge like never before in an all-American buffet with a carnival for the whole family. Proceeds will benefit the Southampton Fresh Air Home. Let’s get lit for charity and celebration. 7-10 p.m., Southampton, sfah.org
