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Hello The Hamptons! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning.
In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Volunteer incentives debate, hidden histories of place names, and St. Patrick’s Day parade + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
Today’s sponsor, Spot Pet Insurance, is something I wish I had before a late-night emergency vet visit left me with a $10,000 credit card bill. It’s cheaper than Netflix… and means you never have to choose between your pet and your savings. It takes less than 5 minutes to sign up – get started here.
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📰 In the news
Volunteer incentives under scrutiny: After a winter surge in fires and dispatches, Suffolk County steps up recruitment, touting tax breaks and pensions, as a proposal for per-call pay draws debate in the state legislature — get all the details.
Student programs shine across disciplines: Twenty-five Long Island educators were honored in January with Bright Light Awards for bringing 3D printers and robotics into classrooms, while literary magazines and a mock trial program drew recognition — see how schools are innovating.
Hidden histories of locales: Curious how New York places got their names? A feature explores Native roots of Sagaponack and Sag Harbor, plus nods to Queen Anne, Dutch settlers, and Angelica Schuyler — read the full story.
Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why they’re back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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🐾 One pet emergency can cost $10,000+
Together with our sponsor Spot Pet Insurance
Nothing prepares you for a late-night emergency at the vet. I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache.
From the initial exam fee just to be seen, to x-rays, surgery, medication, and follow-up visits… the bill racks up fast (to say the least). And at that moment? You’re not thinking about your savings, you’re just saying yes to whatever keeps them thriving.
As soon as we got home, I dug around online and ultimately signed up for Spot.
It’s super affordable and reimburses up to 90% on qualified vet bills. It was too late for me, but it’s not too late for you. Sign up today.
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🫶 We got your back
Shareable, wood-fired goodness: When the midweek dinner rut hits, Lulu Kitchen & Bar rescues the evening with Mediterranean-leaning small plates, a crackling open hearth, and a wine list that makes choosing fun. Bring a friend, share a spread, and call it self-care with leftovers worth raiding.
Surf-ready essentials, sorted: Air + Speed Surf Shop keeps Montauk dialed with surfboards, warm wetsuits, and beach-day gear, plus rentals from boards and suits to beach cruisers and boogie boards. They also set up lessons and a seasonal kids’ surf camp, so your kit stays tuned all summer.
Movie night, sorted: Sag Harbor Cinema keeps moviegoing lively with a sharp blend of new releases, restorations, and smartly curated series for the East End. From classics to first-run gems, plus the occasional Q&A, it’s the perfect excuse to ditch the couch this week.
Access cash without selling your home: A reverse mortgage can help anyone over 62 cover everyday expenses, support healthcare needs, fund home improvements, or even reduce pressure on 401(k) withdrawals – all while staying in your home. Longbridge offers a free calculator to estimate how much flexibility your home could provide, with no commitment required.
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📆 Fun for the whole fam
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🦭 Seal Advocacy Program @ East Hampton Library | Saturday (3/7) at 2:00 PM – Quit calling every seal a sea puppy, and go learn the real story. The New York Marine Rescue Center breaks down our local species, their quirks, the threats they face, and how not to be that person on the beach. Limited seating.
🍝 Spay-Ghetti Fundraiser @ Southampton Inn | Saturday (3/7) at 6:00 PM – Feel like saving lives with marinara? This annual Spay-Ghetti fundraiser at the Southampton Inn serves dinner, dessert, and a side of good karma, backing the Advo-Cat spay and neuter program. Snag $40 advance tickets, bring the kids, and yes, there’s a cash bar.
🎷 American Sonbook Sing-Along Jazz Jam Session @ Southampton Cultural Center | Sunday (3/8) at 2:00 PM – Warm up those pipes and swing by Southampton Cultural Center for a free American Songbook sing-along with top-shelf locals, led by standout women of the East End. Lyrics provided, ego checked at the door. Then the jam opens to students, pros, and brave neighbors.
☘ 2026 St. Patrick’s Day Parade @ Westhampton Beach | Saturday (3/14) at 12:00 PM – St. Patrick’s Day in WHB means one thing: the parade steps off at noon, and Main Street turns shamrock green. Expect bagpipers, fire trucks, kids chasing candy, and dogs in kilts. Layer up, stake your curb spot, and pretend the Irish coffee is cultural research.
🎭 Scenes and Songs Review – School Vacation Camp @ Bay Street Theater | Monday (4/6) at 9:00 AM – Got a kid who sings through dinner and monologues at the dog? This vacation camp with teaching artist Bethany Dellapolla channels it into a mini musical revue with scenes, songs, and a family performance. Early-bird pricing, and you get a quieter living room.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 The Hamptons report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 44°F – Low: 31°F – Precip: 25%
A chance of rain before 7am. Mostly sunny. High near 44, with temperatures falling to around 41 in the afternoon. North wind around 3 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Later: A slight chance of rain after 4am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 31. South wind around 1 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
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Tomorrow – High: 41°F – Low: 34°F – Precip: 57%
Rain likely. Cloudy. High near 41, with temperatures falling to around 38 in the afternoon. East wind 1 to 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Later: Rain. Cloudy, with a low around 34. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.
Someone Googled you this week 👀
It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.
Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.
Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.
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