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Earthquake Shakes the Ivory Tower

Since January so much has become uncertain for the future college graduates of 2029 — from how they will fund their education to what classes they may or may not be permitted to take.

The Mast-Head: Blue Spaces

I have taken note of a science article about the benefit of “blue” places, like oceans, bays, ponds, and rivers.

The Shipwreck Rose: Lost in the Supermarket

It’s my belief that the cashiers at this one supermarket — as at most groceries and gourmet marts in our neighborhood — are only mirroring the incivility of many of the customers.

Gristmill: Local Hero

Out of shape? Getting older? A little rain? No matter, showing up for Jordan’s Run is always worth the effort.

Guestwords: Notes From a Super-Ager

A 91-year-old physicist questions the wisdom he has acquired during a productive and well-lived life.

Recorded Deeds 07.31.25

From Amagansett to Southampton Village . . .

Guild Hall: Water, Water Everywhere

Next up at Guild Hall are two solo shows: ceramics, watercolors, and paintings by Mary Heilmann, and a multimedia installation for which Joel Mesler has recreated his office and studio.

The Barrow Gang Is Back

Bay Street's "Bonnie and Clyde: The Musical" tells the story of the outlaws and their gang, with a thrilling musical score and a focus on the duo's quest for fame and notoriety.

Low Cut Connie at the Talkhouse

Adam Weiner, frontman and pianist for Low Cut Connie, talks about the band's upcoming show at the Stephen Talkhouse and its commitment to diversity and inclusion at a time when those values are under threat.

Broadway and Cabaret at LTV

Steve Ross, Karen Murphy, and Maria Abous, cabaret and musical theater stars, will play songs by Berlin, Gershwin, Porter, Hammerstein, and Lerner at LTV on Sunday.

A Performative Interlude in Springs

The next 10 days at the Arts Center at Duck Creek will feature two jazz concerts, an installation using materials and audio recordings from East Hampton sites, and a continuous four-day performance ranging from drama to play.

Between Stasis and Motion

"Still | Moving" at Monika Olko Gallery features photographs by Joey Farrell that capture the fleeting moment between stillness and movement.

Jazz Singer at the East Hampton Library

Joy Jan Jones, a singer, instrumentalist, writer, and producer, will perform a repertoire of classic American jazz at the East Hampton Library.

New Brew From Kidd Squid

Kidd Squid Brewery and Almond restaurant have partnered to create a new sour pale ale whose cans feature artwork by Almond Zigmund.

The Way It Was for July 24, 2025

The day a hundred years ago when the baseballers of Mattituck were sent home by the boys of Bonac to consider sticking to raising cauliflower. And much more colorfully relayed by your newspaper of record.

Notables to Be Honored

The third annual Black Authors Festival, whose theme is "The Power of Literacy," will honor a distinguished slate of writers, journalists, activists, and actors.

An Active Week at The Church

A busy weekend at The Church will feature two novelists in conversation, a discussion about biodiversity, and a presentation by Jeffrey Pegram, an Indigenous singer and composer.

Colm Toibin at Fridays at Five

Colm Toibin will put in an appearance at Fridays at Five at the Hampton Library in Bridgehampton on Aug. 8, reading from his latest novel, “Long Island.”

South Fork Poetry: ‘Luggage Tags’

The old Bradley’s on University, the ghost of Albert’s French restaurant with its Eiffel Tower out front, and other, farther afield travels and disappearances.

The Art Scene 07.31.25

Intimate photos of John Lennon taken by May Pang during his "lost weekend" with her are at Keyes Art, small works by well-known artists are at the Depot Gallery.