The hottest place to head is just a jitney ride out of the city. Here are some reasons why you should head to The Hampton’s to cool off.

7/2 Patriotic Tour of Sag Harbor: On July 2, meet at the windmill on Long Wharf at 9 a.m.to take a walking tour of Sag Harbor. Visit battle sites, and important places for war heroes and the history of America. southamptontrails.org.

7/4 The Southampton Village 4th of July Parade. On Independence Day at 9:30 a.m. head down to Railroad Plaza to join in the 4^th of July Parade. The parade continues down North Main Street, Main Street, Jobs Lane, ending at Monument Square at Agawam Park.

Fourth of July Concert under the Marquee with Atlantic Community Band: At 10 a.m. beneath the Patchogue Theatre marquee, the Atlantic Community Band will perform parade and patriotic favorites, including Sousa and Broadway show tunes. 71 East Main Street, Patchogue. patchoguetheatre.org

Montauk Fireworks begin around 9 p.m.

7/7: From 11 to 7:30 ART SouthamptonPresented by Art Miami Nova’s Ark Project at 60 Millstone Road in Bridgehampton. This is the Premier International Contemporary & Modern Art Fair and returns for its 5th year. Art Southampton takes place in on a sprawling horse farm.

7/7: From 6 to 10 pm Art Market VIP Preview Party Benefit at The Bridgehampton Historical

7/9, 8/6 and 8/27 – 7:30 pm. The 8th Annual Summer Docs Series w/ Series Presenter Alec Baldwin. The John Drew Theater Dina Merrill Pavilion at Guild Hall 158 Main Street in East Hampton.Since 2009, the SummerDocs series has shown highly-anticipated documentary films that has become a signature events. Tickets for the screening: $23 Reserved Seating / $21 Members and are available purchase at guildhall.org or at the Guild Hall Box Office . hamptonsfilmfest.org

7/9 – 5:30 pm 25th Annivesary for Annual Rock the Dock!! The Long Wharf in Sag Harbor Alan Alda co-chairs. For more information and details baystreet.org

7/9 – 6:30 pm Annual Midsummer Party Gala 279 Montauk Highway in Water Mill.The highlight of The Hamptons’ summer social season, this annual event brings togetheralmost 1,000 artists, philanthropists, business and world leaders. for more information parrishart.org

7/9 – 6:30 to 10 pmThe 12th Annual “A Hamptons Happening” waxmancancer.org

7/9 – 6 to 10:30 pm St Jude Hope in the Hamptons 1143 Deerfield Road in Water Mill. Cocktails, farm fresh fare, live & silent auctions, live entertainment by Majic Music, country-chic attire, Hosted by KT McFarland, FOX News National Security Expert, Columnist and Commentator.

7/9 Elephant Parade Hamptons Kickoff Party. To raise money for Elephant Family, a conservation group that seeks to save Asian elephants from extinction, 50 baby-elephant statues, designed by contemporary artists, architects and designers, will be on display from Southampton to Montauk. View them all in one place at the kickoff party. (The statues will be auctioned off by Paddle8 on Aug. 12.) Port of Missing Men, North Sea Road, Southampton, 2:30 to 6 p.m.; elephantparadehamptons.com; invitation only.

7/9 Saturday, July 9th – 6 to 10 pm Farm to Fork Gala Topping Rose House One Bridgehampton – Sag Harbor Turnpike in Bridgehampton. Taste dishes created by local chefs highlighting fresh, local ingredients. Enjoy local wine and craft beer, local food vendors, music, kids activities and a live farm animal display.

7/16: Hamptons Tea Dance When the Empire State Pride Agenda disbanded this year, supporters also mourned the loss of its popular summer tea dance. Lucky for them, the party is being kept alive by SAGE (Services and Advocacy for G.L.B.T. Elders) and other related nonprofit groups. Lady Bunny is to be the D.J.

7/16 Nova’s Ark Project, 60 Millstone Road, Water Mill, 4 to 8 p.m.; hamptonsteadance.org

7/16: 6:30 to 11 pm 7th Annual Annual Unconditional Love Dinner Dance. Benefit for Southampton Animal Shelter. Gin Lane in Southampton. A traditional Hamptons beach soiree. For more information. sasfinc.org

7/16: 6 pm SOFO’s 27th Annual Summer Gala. The South Fork Natural History Museum and Nature Center. 377 Bridgehampton – Sag Harbor Turnpike. Katie Lee hosts and Food Network’s favorite Chef Alex Guarnaschelli will be in attendance. sofo.org

7/17: 5 to 8 pm and 7/18 – 11 am to 5 pm. 30th Anniversary ARF Garden Tour. A self-guided tour (rain or shine) of delightful gardens in Bridgehampton, Sagaponack, Wainscott. Gardens. For more information. arf.org

7/22: 7 to 11 pm Dan’s 4th Annual GrillHampton NYC vs The Hamptons. 19 Horsemill Lane in Bridgehampton. Hosted by Adam Richman, TV host, author, food+ travel explorer. An extravagant event featuring the best local restaurants from NYC and locally in the Hamptons for a thrilling Grill-off Competition! Proceeds support more-than 1,000 charity organizations in the five East End towns. danstasteofsummer.com

7/22: 6 to 8:30 pm 10th Annual East Hampton Antiques Show Benefit Preview Cocktail PartyMulford Farm. 10 James Lane in East Hampton. In its 10th year, the focus of the show is on vintage decorative items for the house and garden. easthamptonhistory.org

7/22: 8 pm Casino Night Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center. Chic Summer White. Private Poker Lessons in VIP Sponsor Lounge Matt Matros’ Sporting Three “World Series of Poker” Championship Bracelets whbpac.org

7/23: Chefs and Champagne Sip Champagne Barons de Rothschild, Goose Island beers and Wölffer Estate rosé as you sample culinary offerings from 40 chefs at this annual summer foodie event (above) produced by the James Beard Foundation. Wölffer Estate Vineyards, 139 Sagg Road, Sagaponack; jamesbeard.org.

7/23: 10:30 am to 1:30 pm 8th Annual Family Fair Fundraiser. “CMEE Celebrates Heroes” From those found in comic books to the firefighters, police officers, teachers and other community heroes right here in the East End, we’re recognizing the individuals who make an impact each and every day! From 10:30am-1:30pm, families will enjoy games, crafts, rides, performances, food, and “most importantly” fun! cmee.org

7/23: 7:30 to 10 pm 6th Annual Dan’s Taste of Two Forks. Fairview Farm at Mecox, 19 Horsemill Lane in Bridgehampton. An extravagant event featuring the best local restaurants and wineries of both the North and South Forks together for one heck of a tasteful evening all under one tent! Hosted by Iron Chef Alex Guarnaschelli, Judge on Food Network’s Chopped, Chef/Partner of Butter restaurant, Cookbook Author of “Old-School Comfort Food” and host of live comedy show Busting My Chops. contact@danstasteoftwoforks.com

7/23: 7 to 10 pm Starry Night Presented by The EllenHermanson Foundation Southampton Hospital Grounds, Old Town Road and Wickapogue Road. A Summer Party under the STARS! Dinner, Dancing and Doing The Right Thing! ellensrun.org

7/23: 6 to 8:30 pm Annual Hampton Designer Showhouse Gala Preview Party. 1597 Noyac Path in Sag Harbor. House built by: Bodenchak Design and Build. It will feature the talents and skill of over 25 top interior designers and decorative artists. The show runs from 7/24 to 9/5. The Hampton Designer Showhouse, is in its 15th year and is a showcase for America’s premier design talent. 30 interior designers and decorative artists will turn a lavish shingle style home into a decorating masterpiece. The showhouse raises much needed funds for Southampton Hospital. hamptondesignershowhouse.com.

7/23: 7:30 to 10:30 pm Teen Club Dance Fundraiser. A Gala for the Next Generation… Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center. Grab your squad and dress to slay for night of dancing, food, and Insta-worthy fun! whbpac.org

Cesar Millan

7/ 24: 7:30 pm Cesar Millan Live! Training Rescue Dogs Live on Stage Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center. The world’s most recognized dog behaviorist, Cesar Millan, is joined by his famous four-legged companion, Junior. The original host of National Geographic’s Dog Whisperer will reveal the keys to happier, healthier relationships between humans and their dogs. whbpac.org

7/28:10 am to 1 pm Paint At The Parrish. Parrish Art Museum, 279 Montauk Highway in Water Mill. The Alzheimer’s Disease Resource Center (ADRC), in collaboration with The Parrish Art Museum, recently launched Paint At The Parrish, a program tailored to individuals with dementia and/or Alzheimer’s disease and their care partners. This is a three hour program offered the second Wednesday of each month and runs from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Paint At The Parrish is offered to local families at no cost. adrcinc.org

7/29 11 am to 4 pm House & Garden Tour. With stunning ocean views, breathtaking landscapes and exquisite decor, these remarkable homes and properties showcase the full range of beauty and architecture on the East End. whbpac.org

7/ 29: 6 to 8 pm In the Artist’s Garden. The Thomas Moran Trust Benefit Cocktail Party on the Historical grounds of the Thomas Moran Studio, 229 Main Street in East Hampton Village. The Moran Studio was the first artist’s studio built in East Hampton and played a significant role in American art history. www.thomasmorantrust.org.

Kelly Ripa, Mark Addison

7/30: Super Saturday The secret to this annual shopping frenzy, hosted by Donna Karan, Gabby Karan de Feliceand Kelly Ripa, is to arrive early and call first dibs on off-price finds from popular labels like Diane von Furstenberg and Alice and Olivia. Proceeds go to the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund Alliance.1 to 6 p.m., with a V.I.P. preview at noon; supersaturday.ocrf.org

7/30: Nova’s Ark Project, 60 Millstone Road, Water Mill. This 23rd Annual benefit is a favorite of art collectors, socialites and fashion folks who enjoy cocktails and art installations in the woods at Robert Wilson’s Watermill Center, 39 Water Mill Towd Road, Water Mill, 6 p.m.; watermillcenter.org.

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Suzanna, co-owns and publishes the newspaper Times Square Chronicles or T2C. At one point a working actress, she has performed in numerous productions in film, TV, cabaret, opera and theatre. She has performed at The New Orleans Jazz festival, The United Nations and Carnegie Hall. She has a screenplay and a TV show in the works, which she developed with her mentor and friend the late Arthur Herzog. She is a proud member of the Drama Desk and the Outer Critics Circle and was a nominator. Email: suzanna@t2conline.com

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Art in Focus

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March 28, 2023

Suzanna Bowling

Until April 23rd at Rockefeller Center Nicaraguan-American artist Joel Gaitan is featured in the acclaimed Art in Focus public art program. He is the first artist of 2023 to be in this multidisciplinary, site-specific program that brings contemporary art to Rockefeller Center. Visitors can enjoy Gaitan’s murals which feature his signature use of bold and vibrant colors inside 10 Rockefeller Plaza, 30 Rockefeller Plaza, 50 Rockefeller Plaza, and the street and concourse levels of 45 Rockefeller Plaza.

Gaitan’s practice is a profoundly personal exploration of his family ancestry and identity as a first-generation Nicaraguan living in Miami, Florida. This cross-cultural study has brought Gaitan to challenge historical hierarchies within his art practices, liberating terracotta vessels to their exalted position within the sacred traditions from Nicaragua & Central America.

In the lobby of 45 Rockefeller Plaza, layered installations in the vitrine spaces will feature photography, Central American aesthetics, and Gaitan’s terracotta vessels as a celebration of earthly pigments. The windows will include imagery of Nicaragua faces, including some of Gaitan’s family members. The spaces will underscore Gaitan’s spiritual beliefs and connection to the core elements: water, air, wind, and fire, which play vital roles in our life cycle and the laborious process of hand-sculpting and firing terracotta.

This event is free and open to the public

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Events In April Bring Easter, Spring and Flowers Galore.

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6 days ago

March 25, 2023

Suzanna Bowling

Photograph: Eugene Gologursky/Getty Images for Macy’s, Inc.

Join the Judy Garland and Fred Astaire tradition with the Easter Bonnet Parade on Fifth Avenue. There is also the Orchid Show at the New York Botanical Garden or right at home the flower show at Macy’s. On select Fridays every month, you can enjoy Free Admission to the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum between 5 pm and 9 pm.

Until 4/9: Macy’s Flower Show. The show includes beautiful, bright floral arrangements, special events including live music, and kids’ activities.

until 4/23: This is The Orchid Show‘s 20th year. Reconnect with nature while experiencing the picture-perfect beauty of the orchids. On select nights, adults can experience the exhibition through Orchid Nights, with music, cash bars, and food available for purchase.

4/1-30: Sakura Matsuri Cherry Blossom Festival. The festival, hosted by the Brooklyn Botanic Garden, celebrates Japanese culture and the arrival of spring. It features a variety of cultural performances and activities, as well as a small flea market, tea ceremonies, and crafts. The highlight is the magnificent display of cherry blossom trees, with over 200 trees in full bloom. Visitors can admire the pink and white blooms and enjoy a traditional Japanese atmosphere. Tickets are usually around $40 for adults, though seniors and students get a reduced rate of $35.

4/7-16th: The New York International Auto Show. The first new york Auto Show took place in 1900, for over 120 years now they have been sharing what’s new and interesting in the auto industry.

4/9: The Easter Parade starts near St. Patrick’s Cathedral at 10am. The tradition dates back to the 1870s, where elaborate bonnets and fashion galore is full frontal.

4/9: “Georgia O’Keeffe: To See Takes Time,” comes to MoMA.

4/15: The Tartan Day Parade is an NYC tradition that offers attendees a unique way to celebrate and honor Scottish culture. For the 25th year, there will be bagpipes, dancers, and even Scottish dogs marching in the parade. Attendance is free and open to the public. In addition to the parade, expect a whole week of Scottish-themed events and festivities.

4/15: Pillow Fight in the Park at Washington Square Park.

4/15: The New York Restoration Project is giving out 3,500 free trees to New Yorkers across all five boroughs. To get one of the 3,500 free trees that will be given away, register in advance on this website, where you’ll also get to browse through the current list of distribution dates, times and locations.

4/15 and 29: f the likes of udon, yakitori, ramen, and taiyaki make your mouth water, then mark your calendar for Japan Fes in Chelsea. The event will be held from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM and is considered a paradise for Japanese foodies and cultural enthusiasts.

4/16: Holi in The City demands food, music, dance, and fun while embracing people and organizations from all ethnic and religious backgrounds.

4/22: Earth Day celebrated in NYC with a festive, family-friendly outdoor fair in Union Square. There will be dozens of exhibitors, interactive displays, a green-vehicle show, family activities, music, and entertainment. 12-6pm.

4/27: Attend The Queen’s Ball: A Bridgerton Experience

4/27- 30: Antiquarian Book Fair now in its 63rd year, this festival for book collectors at Park Avenue Armory for a full weekend of first editions, maps, manuscripts and other treasures from literary epochs past from nearly 200 exhibitors.

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Ken Fallin’s Broadway: Celebrating Hadestown’s 1000th Performance

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1 week ago

March 24, 2023

Ken Fallin

On Sunday, March 19, 2023, Hadestown celebrated the first day of spring and the show’s recently-achieved milestone of 1,000 performances at Broadway’s Walter Kerr Theatre.

The handsome artist with Anais Mitchell

On hand were songwriter Anaïs Mitchell and director Rachel Chavkin, Tony Award winner Lillias White, original Broadway cast member Jewelle Blackman as Persephone, Grammy Award winner Reeve Carney as Orpheus, Tony Award nominee Tom Hewitt as Hades, and two-time Tony Award nominee Eva Noblezada as Eurydice. were joined by Amelia Cormack, Shea Renne, and Soara-Joye Ross as the Fates. The chorus of Workers is played by Emily Afton, Malcolm Armwood, Alex Puette, Trent Saunders, and Grace Yoo.

The winner of eight 2019 Tony Awards including Best New Musical and the 2020 Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album, Hadestown is the most honored show of the 2018-2019 Broadway season. In addition to the Tony and Grammy Awards, it has been honored with four Drama Desk Awards, six Outer Critics Circle Awards, including Outstanding New Broadway Musical, and the Drama League Award for Outstanding Production of a Musical.

Following two intertwining love stories — that of young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice, and that of King Hades and his wife Persephone — Hadestown invites audiences on a hell-raising journey to the underworld and back. Mitchell’s beguiling melodies and Chavkin’s poetic imagination pit industry against nature, doubt against faith and fear against love. Performed by a vibrant ensemble of actors, dancers, and singers, Hadestown delivers a deeply resonant and defiantly hopeful theatrical experience.