By Gabrielle Echevarrieta
June 11
Southampton Architecture + Design Tour
This year’s Southampton Architecture + Design Tour celebrates esteemed architect Peter Marino, inviting guests to explore the historic building and lush gardens that will house the new Peter Marino Art Foundation. Two private tours of 25 guests will be led by Marino himself, with lunch served in SAC’s newly refreshed Caesar Court Garden. From $1,000. 91 Coopers Farm Rd., Southampton; southamptonartscenter.org/ad-tour
June 13
Book Talk: Being Ram Dass by Ram Dass with Rameshwar Das
Rameshwar Das, student of Ram Dass and author of Being Ram Dass, shares the spiritual leader’s teachings of mindfulness, unconditional love and the journey to inner peace. Das and therapist Robby Stein will team up for a discussion, followed by an audience Q&A. From $30. 158 Main St., East Hampton; guildhall.org
June 15
Structural Racism Then and Now: The Ongoing Impacts of Long Island’s History
Community educators from ERASE Racism lead a talk on the effects of systematic racism in Long Island throughout history, and how these oppressive systems currently impact housing and educational opportunities for people of color. Free. Zoom link will be sent upon registration; johnjermain.org
June 16
The Artist’s View – Contrasting Expressions of Nature
See inspiration behind the East End’s most accomplished artists at this virtual event, which explores the connection between nature and creativity. Scott Bluedorn, Anne Sherwood Pundyk and Cindy Pease Roe speak on the ways Long Island’s diverse landscape serves as a muse for their work. Free. Zoom link will be sent upon registration for the event; peconiclandtrust.org
June 19
ECI Organic Farm-to-Table Summer Solstice Dinner
A bounty of organic, plant-based cuisine awaits at the Ecological Culture Initiative’s annual dinner, including light mixed greens with pomegranate dressing, rich pumpkin butternut squash soup, lentil-stuffed cabbage and vegan chocolate truffles. $40. 81 Lynn Ave., Hampton Bays; eciny.org
June 19
Long Island Indigenous Perspectives Canoe Tour
At the site of the original meeting place of English settlers and the Shinnecock, Chenae Bullock of Moskehtu Consulting will share retellings of Long Island’s rich indigenous history, along with education on indigenous plant life, lifestyle practices and traditional songs. Free. Conscience Point, North Sea; southamptonhistory.org
June 26
Garden As Art 2021
Tour a collection of exquisite sculptures from renowned artists, housed throughout five bucolic East End gardens. A celebration of Guild Hall’s 90th anniversary, the event includes a virtual lecture followed by an afternoon of self-guided tours. From $150. 158 Main St., East Hampton; guildhall.org
June 26-27
Amagansett Fine Arts Festival
Elite artistic talents in the Hamptons come together to showcase new work and reproductions of classic pieces. The event will feature a variety of artistic forms, including painting, sculpture, prints, illustration, mixed media and more. Free. American Legion
Post 419, 15 Montauk Hwy., East Hampton; amagansettfinearts.com
June 28
Rosé Round Robin
This spirited, ladies-only tennis event benefits The Children’s Museum of the East End’s COVID response fund, with just one ticket providing a week of groceries to a family in need. After the tournament, enjoy refreshing Finca Rosé donated by Wölffer Estate. From $200. 174 Daniels Hole Rd., East Hampton; contact lara@cmee.org
