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Sunday, August 11th & Monday, August 12th Children & Family Programs/Events

Sunday, August 11th:

  • South Fork Natural History Museum (SoFo), 377 Bridgehampton/Sag Harbor Turnpike, Bridgehampton. "Sun Days Solar Surprises" Tyler Armstrong, South Fork Natural History Museum (SoFo) Nature Educator. All of the summer’s heat comes from the sun; instead of avoiding it, let’s use it to help us! Come learn how to use the sun’s energy to boil water, roast a marshmallow, or even fly a hot air balloon. Join us at SoFo for some fun in the sun; see solar energy demonstrations and enjoy some solar-powered refreshments while we explore the many ways that simple inventions can give us access to clean, free energy. There is a $3 materials fee. Participants must call (631) 537-9735 for reservations and information about meeting places. There is no charge for SoFo members. Non-members are charged $7 per adult, $5 per child 12 - 3 years of age, 2 and under free. Fees include admission to the museum on the day of the program. Families and Children Of All Ages. 12:00 p.m.
  • Green Thumb Organic Farm Stand, 829 Montauk Highway, Water Mill. "Pony RidesCost: $6.00.  Ages 2+. 12:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
  • Southampton Farmers' Market, 25 Jobs Lane, Southampton. Families. 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
  • Rogers Memorial Library, 91 Coopers Farm Road, Southampton.  "Ice Cream Sunday" This program is geared towards preschool children-age 7, siblings are welcome) Come hear some cool stories on a hot day while creating your own Ice Cream Sundae. This program is not recommended for children with food allergies. Registration is required, call 631.283.0774, ext. 4. Families. 2:00 p.m.
  • East Hampton LibraryOff Library Site, 36 James Lane, East Hampton (Gardiner Farm) "Children's Fair" The Children's Fair features wonderful carnival rides and games, a book fair with children’s book authors signing their books, a raffle with terrific prizes, book-themed crafts, performers, community information booths, and delicious treats. And, as always, this wonderful family event will be free to all who attend. The Children's Fair is free through the generosity of individuals and businesses. There are several levels of sponsorship available for the 2013 Fair. Please donate to insure the Children's Fair remains a wonderful success. Families. 2:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m.
  • John Jermain Memorial Library, 34 West Water Street, Sag Harbor. "Sunday Games" After a day at the beach get away from TV and other screens and challenge your friends or family to a friendly board game competition. We’ll provide a variety of games including Chutes & Ladders, Candy Land, Apples to Apples and others. All you have to do is come and have fun! No Registration Required. Ages 3-9 Years Old. 3:30 p.m.
  • Westhampton Library, 7 Library Avenue, Westhampton Beach. "Very Hungry Sundays" Drop into the Idea Place on  Sunday during Library Hours and create a caterpillar themed project (Project: Very Hungry Tissue Paper). No Registration Required. All Ages. 
Monday, August 12th:
  • Music Together By The Dunes, 70 Old Riverhead Road, Westhampton Beach.  Looking for a nurturing environment where your child can learn basic music competence through play. Singing! Dancing! Rhythm Play! Instrument Play! Class Location: Dance Centre of the Hamptons.  To register call Ina Ferrara at 631.764.4180 or email at Ina@mtbythedunes.com. Ages Birth-5 years old. 10:30 a.m.
  • Water Mill Museum-Children's Hands-On Milling, 41 Old Mill Road, Water Mill. Water-powered grist mill grinds grain while kids get to sift the ground grain, see the giant stones turning, and learn about Water Mill's history. Contact: Joani for pricing and registration, Mill Manager-email: director@watermillmuseum.org or call 631 726-4625; www.watermillmuseum.org. 11:30 a.m.
  • Coopers Beach Drive-In Movie, 268 Meadow Lane, Southampton. "The Hunger Games" Donation of $40 per car load ($10 per person),  Must have FM radio for audio transmission. Purchase tickets at the gate or in advance at Southampton Chamber of Commerce, located at 76 Main Street, Southampton.  Tickets also available online at www.southamptonchamber.com. Families. 7:00 p.m.
  • Parrish Art Museum, 279 Montauk Highway, Water Mill. "Techniques of Painting" Children will spend time in the galleries studying the works on view, learn a variety of techniques for each medium, and create their own works of art in the studio. Registration is required, call 631.283.2118 ext. 130. Ages 10+. 4:00 p.m.
  • Rogers Memorial Library, 91 Coopers Farm Road, Southampton. "Shake, Rattle & Roll" Get ready to wiggle and giggle as we share songs, fingerplays, rhymes and parachute play. Registration is required, call 631.283.0774, ext. 4. Ages Birth-5 Years Old. 10:15 a.m. & 11:15 a.m. (weekly)
  • Rogers Memorial Library, 91 Coopers Farm Road, Southampton.  "Young Writers Club" Calling all writers! Join us as we brainstorm together, share our poetry and short stories and discover the writer inside of us. Registration is required, call 631.283.0774, ext. 4. Entering 3rd-5th Grades. 1:30 p.m. (weekly)
  • Rogers Memorial Library, 91 Coopers Farm Road, Southampton. "Chess Club" Come and exercise your mind! Registration is required, call 631.283.0774, ext. 4. Ages 6 years old-5th Grade. 4:00 p.m. & 5:15 p.m.
  • Rogers Memorial Library, 91 Coopers Farm Road, Southampton. "Book BuddiesLocal teen volunteers will be available to read and share books with your children either one-on-one or in small groups. Registration is required, call 631.283.0774, ext. 4. Ages 3 Years Old-Entering 4th Grade. 7:00 p.m.
  • Hampton Library, 2478 Main Street, Bridgehampton. "Family Game Night" Entertainment like it was before the video game. Join us for an evening of unplugged fun family competition. To register email Josh atJosh@HamptonLibrary.org. Families. 5:30 p.m. (weekly)
  • East Hampton Library, 159 Main Street, East Hampton. "Rhythm, Rhymes and Story Time"  Entertain your toddler with storytelling, finger plays, puppetry and songs. Registration is required, call 631.324.0222, ext. 2. Ages Birth-3 Years Old. 10:30 a.m. (weekly)
  • Montauk Library, 871 Montauk Highway, Montauk. "Monday Story Time"  Listen to stories, sing songs, and make a craft . All are welcome to listen. The crafts are most appropriate for preschool age children. 10:00 a.m. (weekly)
  • Westhampton Library, 7 Library Avenue, Westhampton Beach.  "Teeny Tiny Tales" It is never too early for story time! Introduce your child to the latest books and songs! Registration is required, call 631.288.3335, ext. 112. Ages Birth-2 Years Old. 10:00 a.m.
  • Westhampton Library, 7 Library Avenue, Westhampton Beach.  "Story and Craft: Sandwich Wrap" In this tale, best friends Lily and Salma disagree over their preferred foods, but after trading sandwiches to see how they taste, the girls change their minds. We will read this story and make a craft to take home. Bring your lunch! Registration is required, call 631.288.3335, ext. 112. Ages 5-7 Years Old. 12:30 p.m.
  • Westhampton Library, 7 Library Avenue, Westhampton Beach. "Ugly Ninja Doll" Discover how to sew your very own Ugly Ninja Doll. By the last session you will go home with your very own Ninja Warrior. Registration is required, call 631.288.3335, ext. 112. Ages 10+. 7:00 p.m.
Also, I'd like to thank my five little special helpers today for our Hamptons Mamas Lemonade/Cupcake Sale, Skylar Hand, Sara and Carli Stuckart and my personal partners-in-crime Ave and Liv Stipanov.  All the proceeds will be donated to East Hampton Arf.  Some cupcake are still being sold at Astro's Pizza and Felice's Ristorante - so we don't have an actually money count as of yet.  And of course a special thank you to my mother-in-law, Alda and father-in-law, Nado, Zio Tony and of course Bisnonno, Felice Lupo for letting up borrow their business front.  

Programs are updated  hourly or daily...be sure to check 
www.HamptonsMamas.com for updates and new program listings!

 Hamptons Mamas is looking for...

  • Yoga, Dance, Ballet & Karate Classes
  • Tutors
  • Mommy and Me Classes
  • Au Pairs, Babysitter and Mother's Helpers
  • Mommy Boot Camps
  • Nature Walks & Aquariums
  • Family Photographers
  • Family Friendly Restaurants
  • Art Classes/Studios
  • Day Cares
  • Great children and family programs!

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Hamptons Mama, Sofia M. Stipanov

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