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MacDella Cooper Foundation Launches Second Annual Champions Of Education Benefit At Polo

By Eileen Casey

The MacDella Cooper Foundation international charitable organization devoted to educating Liberian youth hosted its Second Annual Champions of Education Benefit with a reception at opening day of Mercedes-Benz Polo Challenge at Blue Star Jets Field.

The Sport Of Kings Gallops Into Bridgehampton

By Eileen Casey

The Opening Day of the Mercedes-Benz Polo Challenge at Blue Star Jets Field held on Saturday, July 24, was a star studded event that drew an enormous crowd despite the oppressive heat. This event is THE place to see, be seen and, hey, maybe even watch some world class athletes compete in the Sport of Kings. 3 comments Gallery

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Mid-Summer On Main Street

By Nicole B. Brewer and Amadeus Ehrhardt

It may have been raining throughout the day on Friday, July 23, but the evening gave way to a partly clear sky and some really good moods as it was was time to celebrate "Mid-Summer" on Main Street in Southampton. Gallery

Hamptons Are Feelin' Hot! Hot! Hot!

By Jasmin Rosemberg

If there was any argument as to when the Hamptons gets "hot" (Memorial Day Weekend, Fourth of July), the answer is most certainly now.

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Russell Simmon's Art For Life 2010

By Nicole B. Brewer and Stacy Kaplan

Russell Simmons threw open his East Hampton estate for a 'night of wonder' with a score of celebrity friends including Chris Bosh of the Miami Heat, John Legend, Donna Karan, Maxwell, Alicia Keys, Swizz Beatz, Richie Akiva, Anthony Anderson, and Deepak Chopra to benefit the Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation. Gallery Watch Video

11th Annual Box Art Auction To Benefit East End Hospice

By Nicole B. Brewer and Stacy Kaplan

Over 80 artists donated their time and talents to create inspired pieces for the 11th Annual Box Art Auction held on July 17 at the Ross School Center For Well Being, to benefit East End Hospice. Watch Video

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Win A Trip To Anguilla!

Join the Hamptons.com Members Only Club and enjoy the perks of membership! Only our members have a chance to win one of three trips to Anguilla, including one to the Viceroy Anguilla Resort, as well as three fabulous luxury totes from the resort filled with everything you need to start planning for your trip. 2 comments

real estate spotlight

JUST IN TIME FOR THE SUMMER: WATERFRONT, DOCK, AND COTTAGE

By Mala Sander, Senior Vice President, Associate Broker, The Corcoran Group

Charming, 3 bedroom cottage in an idyllic waterfront Sag Harbor community is the place for the boating enthusiast to launch many fun adventures during the summer, or to curl up by the fireplace in the winter

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NOFO Rock & Folk Fest 2010

Peconic Bay Winery and BIG SUGA Productions announce the NOFO Rock & Folk Fest on Saturday, July 31 and Sunday, August 1 in the open fields of Peconic Bay Winery.

Peconic Land Trust's Through Farms And Fields Country Supper

The Peconic Land Trust's Eighth Annual "Through Farms and Fields" Benefit, a spectacular Country Supper, will be at the property of the Salm family.

LL Cool J To Receive American Red Cross Humanitarian Award

LL Cool J will be honored with the American Red Cross Humanitarian Award, a natural progression of his appointment to the National Red Cross Celebrity Cabinet.

Southampton Hospital 52nd Annual Summer Party

The Southampton Hospital Foundation's 52nd Annual Summer Party will take place on Saturday, August 7.

UJA-Federation Of NY's Manhattan Women's Philanthropy Fifth Annual Hamptons Trunk Show

UJA-Federation of New York's Manhattan Women's Philanthropy will hold its Fifth Annual Hamptons Trunk Show on Thursday, August 5.

Summer Benefit For The Thomas Moran Trust

The Thomas Moran Trust is pleased to announce a summer event in celebration of the artists Thomas Moran and Mary Nimmo Moran.

BG Open Benefits Dancing Dreams

The BG Open fundraiser will benefit Dancing Dreams. Dancing Dreams is a 501(c)(3) non-profit program which provides dance classes and performance opportunities to physically and medically challenged children.

12th Annual Hoops 4 Hope Fundraiser

On Saturday, August 7, Hoops 4 Hope will hold their 12th Annual Benefit, hosted by Susan Burden and William Goldman.

Montauk Playhouse Community Center To Honor Edward Albee

The Montauk Playhouse Community Center Foundation, along with members of the theater community, will pay tribute to legendary American playwright Edward Albee at its Harbor Lights Dinner Gala.

2010 Great Chefs Dinner

Eric Ripert, Tom Colicchio, Marc Meyer and Laurent Tourondel are among the world famous chefs returning to the 2010 Great Chefs Dinner this summer in the Hamptons.