By Lindsay Tanney
August 3-5
New York Women’s Surf Film Festival
Dive into this year’s crop of surf films produced by and featuring women. The weekend begins with an art exhibition by surf photographer Fiona Mullen and continues on to offer yoga classes on Saturday before the film fest kicks off at night. On Sunday, join in the beach clean-up, paddle out and group surf at Ditch Plains. The Montauk Beach House, 55 S. Elmwood Ave., womenssurffilmfestival.com
August 3
Wild at Heart Gala
Support animal and human health at a cocktail reception hosted by Christie Brinkley and Bellissima, followed by a sustainably sourced dinner. There will also be silent and live auctions and a luxe bonfire on the beach; special guest DJ Alexandra Richards will spin. Tickets from $550. Bridgehampton Tennis & Surf Club, 231 Mid Ocean Dr., Bridgehampton, wildatheartbenefit.com
August 4
The Hamptons Paddle & Party for Pink
Paddle with a purpose to help support the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF). Compete in the morning paddle race, then join the sunset party on the beach. Paddle registration from $175; beach party admission from $1,500. Havens Beach, Havens Beach Rd., Sag Harbor, hamptonspaddleforpink.org
August 6
Solving Kids’ Cancer Luncheon
Solving Kids’ Cancer works to accelerate next-generation treatments for aggressive childhood cancers with low survival rates. Help support the cause by joining the host committee, which includes Purist founder Cristina Cuomo and restaurateur Gabby Karan De Felice, at this luncheon. Tickets from $175. Tutto Il Giorno, 56 Nugent St. Southampton, solvingkidscancer.org
August 10
Guild Hall Summer Gala
Join more than 500 people for a lively night starting with an exclusive preview of Guild Hall’s new Ellsworth Kelly exhibit, followed by cocktails at a private equestrian property. Tickets from $500. Guild Hall, 158 Main St., East Hampton, guildhall.org
August 12
Elephant Documentary Shorts with Empowers Africa
Empowers Africa is a nonprofit that supports human empowerment, wildlife protection and land conservation in sub-Saharan Africa. The organization will be screening three documentary shorts that focus on elephants: Forty Years of the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust; The Journey of Giants, by African Parks; and Putting an End to Poaching by the Pams Foundation. Tickets from $10. Southampton Arts Center, 25 Jobs Lane, southamptonartscenter.org, empowersafrica.org
PLATFORM X
Equinox has partnered with American Express Platinum to create the ultimate fitness experience open to Equinox members and Amex Platinum cardholders. Attendees will receive specially designed, 45-minute metabolic-conditioning sessions that combine mobility, strength and cardio. Various dates offered through Aug. 25 at The Barn, 264 Butter Lane, Bridgehampton, equinox.com
Strides for Life
Lung cancer is the No. 1 cancer killer, taking the lives of more people than breast, prostate and colon cancers combined. Join the Southampton community in the 13th annual walk to support Lung Cancer Research Foundation research. Adults, $55, ages 12 and under, $25. Meeting point at the Southampton Cultural Center, 25 Pond Lane, Southampton, lcrf.org
Family Party at the Parrish Art Museum
Enjoy a BBQ dinner while engaging in fun activities for the whole family at the Museum’s fifth annual Summer Family Party, which includes a gallery scavenger hunt, Flip Book photo booth and the opportunity to create art projects alongside artists. Tickets from $125 for adults, $100 for children. Parrish Art Museum, 279 Montauk Hwy., Water Mill, parrishart.org
August 25
The Backyard Talent Show
The Scarlett Fund at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center is hosting its 4th annual kids’ talent show to raise funds for pediatric cancer research. Performer tickets from $250; spectator tickets from $50 for kids, $75 for adults. Home of Scarlett Fund founders Jennifer and Robert James, 14 Dannielle’s Way, Bridgehampton, thescarlettfund.com
Kids Beachcomber Clean-Up Contest
Join Southampton, Southampton Village and Purist in a fun-filled beach clean-up contest; prizes will be awarded to the top tidier. Free. Coopers Beach, 268 Meadow Lane, Southampton, 4 to 5:30PM; for more information, contact Councilwoman Christine P. Scalera at 631.287.5745
August 30
Summerfest at Southampton Arts Center
Delight in a variety of delicious dishes from celebrated chefs, then satisfy your sweet tooth at the dessert stations or get a pick-me-up at the coffee bar. Free. Southampton Arts Center, 25 Jobs Lane, Southampton, southamptonartscenter.org
