SAVE THE MUSIC
Join Grammy Award-winning, multi-platinum recording artist Ciara at VH1’s Save the Music Benefit with special guest Lyfe Jennings, a record-breaking five-time winner on television’s famed Showtime at the Apollo. Chairs: Ron Perelman, Wynton Marsalis, Christina Norman, Saundra Parks, B. Smith and Dan Gasby, and Al Reynolds and Star Jones Reynolds. 7 p.m. East Hampton. Call: 212-846-7882.


POLO
The 2006 Mercedes-Benz Polo Challenge will continue its 11th season, with five more consecutive Saturdays (from July 22 through Aug. 26). VIPs spotted at past events have included Billy Joel, Star Jones Reynolds, Russell Simmons, Owen Wilson, Matt Dillon, Woody Harrelson, Paris Hilton, and Kim Cattrall. All proceeds will benefit the South Fork Breast Health Coalition. 4 p.m.-6 p.m. Bridgehampton Polo Club. VIP invitation only.

SHOP TILL YOU DROP
Calling all fashionistas to Super Saturday: If you are looking for top designer duds at bottom-line prices, join hosts Donna Karan, Charia Lawhon and InStyle Magazine, with special guest Kelly Ripa, for a shopping party including a buffet catered by Sant Ambroeus, Essie Manicures, foot massages by Dr. Scholl’s for Her, and plenty of fun for the kids. Sale participants include: BCBG Max Azria, Calvin Klein, Gucci, Jean Paul Gaultier, Marc Jacobs, Nicole Miller, Ralph Lauren, Swarovski, and Vera Wang. Shoppers include Lorraine Bracco, Christy Turlington Burns, Kim Catrall, Edie Falco, and Susan Sarandon. 12 p.m. Nova’s Ark Project, Water Mill. Call: 212-759-2800.

ART FOR LIFE
The Art for Life Gala benefiting NYC youth arts organizations will be honoring Susan Sarandon and Tim Robbins, Donna Karan, and vice-chair of the Whitney Museum Board, Raymond J. McGuire, for their philanthropic efforts. Hosted at the home of Russell Simmons and Kimora Lee Simmons. 6 p.m. East Hampton. Call: 917-229-7207.

BAY STREET THEATRE GALA
The gala, hosted by Camille and Kelsey Grammer, will include cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, delicious dining, along with silent and live “fantasy” auctions filled with fabulous trips, jewelry, celebrity memorabilia, and more. Surprise entertainment and guests have been booked for this celebration. 6:30 p.m. Harding Farm, Bridgehampton. Call: 631-725-0818.


GALA BY THE SEA
The Southampton Hospital Foundation will hold its 48th Annual Summer Gala, co-chaired by Catherine Malandrino, Cindy Willis, and Sandra McConnell. The after-party will have a cabana club vibe, chaired by Christina Greeven Cuomo, Andrea Greeven Douzet, and Rob Fox, for the 35-and-under crowd to come boogie the night away. 7 p.m. Wickapogue Road, Southampton. Call: 631-726-8700.

A DASH OF ART
Join in an afternoon reception in the gorgeous, glowing gardens of artist Robert Dash, celebrating Lambda Legal’s civil rights victories (learn more about their ongoing quest for equality). Enjoy cocktails, and hors d’oeuvres at one of the Hamptons most unique landscapes. 5:30 p.m. Madoo Conservancy, Sagaponack. Call: 212-809-8585.


GUILD GALA
The summer celebration for Guild Hall’s 75th anniversary will be held under the stars at Mulford Farms and include a silent auction, cocktails, dinner, and dancing to the melodies of the Peter Dunchin Orchestra. The event will feature works by artists Stephen Antonakon, Donald Beachler, Rose Bleckner, James Brooks, Richmond Burton, and Louisa Chase, among others. 2 p.m. James Lane at Montauk Highway, East Hampton. Call: 631-324-0806.


COMMIT TO CARE
Honorary chairs Leif Hope, Dan Rattiner, and Mercedes Ruehl will host a benefit in honor of Roy Scheider’s CancerCare commitment, at the home of hosts Robert and Soledad Hurst. The event is sponsored by Sabin Metal Corporation. 6 p.m. Sagaponack. Call: 212-712-8325.

HOPE AND PEACE
UN Messenger of Peace Jane Goodall will be making her first trip to the Hamptons to host the Reason for Hope Gala Dinner. She is joined by co-hosts Sheri and Howard Schultz, and Candice Bergen and Marshall Rose. The event will include a special performance by Sarah McLachlan. 7 p.m. East Hampton. Call: 212-935-1558 x108.


FUR REAL
Society fur and cashmere designer David Goodman will be making a personal appearance at Dazzelle boutique in Southampton at a trunk show featuring his Fall 2006 collection from Aug. 17-20, with a champagne reception on the 18th. Included with the sables, minks, chinchillas, and luscious custom-made cashmeres, Goodman will also feature his signature line of finest-of-fur accessories. Drop by! Dazzelle, 47 Jobs Lane, Southampton. Call: 631-283-8477.


RED CROSS BALL
A highly anticipated event in the Hamptons, the Red Hot Red Cross Ball marks its 125th anniversary. Gala Chairs include: Todd and Carole Rome and Ricky Sitomer, founders of Blue Star Jets. Guests include: Donny Deutsch, Howard Stern and Beth Ostrosky, and Marty Richards. 7 p.m. Estate of Carole and Todd Rome, Southampton. Call: 631-924-6700.


GARDEN PARTY & TOUR
Join the social set for Guild Hall’s Annual Garden Fair, kicking off with an Art Tour and cocktail party, sponsored by Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, the Golden Pear, Mary Jane and Charles Brock, and The Laundry. Chairs: Tony Ingrao and Randy Kemper. Following-day festivities begin blooming with a lecture and lunch, and rolls on into the afternoon with a tour of the fabulous gardens of Liz Robbins and Doug Johnson, Peter Wilson, Paula Diamond, Roberta Kaplan and Rachael Lavine, Patsy and Jeff Tarr, Alan Slifka, Marty Newman, LongHouse Reserve, and Madoo Conservancy. 7:30 p.m. East Hampton. Call: 631-324-0806.


HORSING AROUND
The 31st annual Hampton Classic Horse Show gallops into gear with Grand Prix show jumping. Local equestrians, up-and-coming riders, Olympic veterans, and world-class competitors will strut their stuff through Sept. 3, when the event culminates with the Grand Prix, a celebrity-packed finale. Past guests include Calvin and Kelly Klein, Bruce Springsteen, Mayor Bloomberg, Joan Lunden, Alec Baldwin, Katie Couric, and Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos. The event will benefit Southampton Hospital. 8:30 a.m. Bridgehampton. Call: 631-537-3177.