Calling all foodies! Fine cuisine and good company will be the scene in Sagaponack at the James Beard Foundation's annual Chefs and Champagne event! Taste the finest wines, champagne, and tidbits from over 40 fine chefs as renowned culinary master and TV personality Emeril Lagasse is honored. 5:30 p.m. Wölffer Estate Vineyard, Sagaponack. Call: 212-255-8455.

The 15th anniversary season of Bridgehampton Polo returns! The sporting event that epitomizes a quintessential summer afternoon in the Hamptons will return for six consecutive Saturdays. Nacho Figueras, Mariano Aguerre, Tomas Garcia del Rio, Christian "Magoo" La Prida, and over 500 tastemakers will sip on fine bubbly and mingle in the new, exclusive Blue Star Jets VIP Tent while taking in the thrills of polo action. 4 p.m. Two Trees Farm, Bridgehampton. Call: 631-613-1377.

Traditional Home magazine will have the Hamptons buzzing at the Hampton Designer Showhouse. The event opens with a gala preview, and will feature 20 cutting-edge interior designers and decorative artists who will transform a lavish shingle-style home. Eat, drink, and be merry with honorary chair Mario Buatta and honorary co-chairs Jamie Drake and Alexa Hampton. Proceeds benefit Southampton Hospital. 6:30 p.m. Bridgehampton. Call: 631-745-0004.

The Ovarian Cancer Research Fund's 14th annual Super Saturday event, co-hosted by Donna Karan, Kelly Ripa, and Ariel Foxman of InStyle, will include its notorious one-of-a-kind designer garage sale, a kids' carnival, gourmet dining, and exciting activities. 1 p.m. Nova's Ark Project. Water Mill. Call: 212-759-2800.

It?s all about art at the 12th annual Art for Life garden party, hosted by Russell Simmons and Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation. Experience the Zen of giving with a silent auction of unique art and luxury items. Enjoy dinner, cocktails, and a special performance by Jennifer Hudson as Mary J. Blige, Edward Norton, and Kimberly Davis are honored. 6 p.m. East Hampton. Call: 212-254-6677.

The worlds of theater, art, fashion, and design come together at the 18th annual Watermill Summer Benefit. Join honorees Marina Abramovic, Jane Adams, Pedro Almodóvar, Laurie Anderson, and Iman and David Bowie for cocktails, performances, six acres of art installations, and dancing under the stars! Simon de Pury will host a live auction of art by over 75 emerging artists. 6 p.m. Watermill Center, Water Mill. Call: 347-694-4920.

Join celebrity chefs for a tasty summer event in the Hamptons to benefit the Hayground School's Jeff's Kitchen and the Jeff Salaway Scholarship Fund. World-renowned chefs Mark Forgione, Josh Capon, Jonathan Waxman, Harold Dieterle, Michael White, Gerry Hayden, Claudia Fleming, and special guest "chef" Isaac Mizrahi will wow your palate! The evening includes the serving of specialty wines and a silent art auction. 5 p.m. Hayground School, Bridgehampton. Call: 631-537-7068.

AUGUST 2011

*MOSTLY MOZART

The Mostly Mozart Festival will be music to your ears! Its 45th season offers 34 events, including opera, dance, concerts, recitals, films, and lectures. Ivan Fisher will make his Mostly Mozart debut with the Budapest Festival Orchestra, followed by the works of Louis Langrée, as he conducts eight marvelous Mozart concerts. The event will also feature music of Igor Stravinsky and a performance by the Mark Morris Dance Group. The opening-night gala will take place on August 2. Lincoln Center. Call: 212-721-6500.

HAYWORTH KICKOFF

Commemorate the marvels of memory at the kickoff reception for the Rita Hayworth Gala, which will be held in NYC in the fall. This year's event will be hosted by Princess Yasmin Aga and Anne Hearst and Jay McInerney, 6 p.m. Private home, Water Mill. Invitation only.

TROPICAL PARADISE

Enjoy a festive evening under the tents at Southampton Hospital's 53rd annual summer party. Cocktails, silent auction, raffles, dinner, and dancing will be the name of the game to benefit the Jenny and John Paulson Emergency Department. Benefit chair Jean Shafiroff hosts this over-the-top summer party to remember! 6:30 p.m. Wickapogue Road, Southampton. Call: 631-726-8700.

GUILD HALL GALA

Join master of ceremonies Alec Baldwin at the Guild Hall Summer Gala celebrating the Richard Prince Exhibition. Enjoy cocktails and a tented dinner at the historic Gardiner Estate, East Hampton. 6 p.m. Call: 631-324-0806. Call: 631-726-8700.

MOONLIGHT MAGIC

Join chairs Rachel and Gary Sumers for the Animal Rescue Fund of the Hamptons' Magic Under the Moonlight event. The NY Post's Cindy Adams will present Dr. Lewis Berman, founder of Park East Hospital, with an award for his half century of outstanding veterinarian practice. The evening will include live magic by JB Benn, music by DJ duo AndrewAndrew, and dinner and dancing overlooking the ocean! 6:30 p.m. Bridgehampton Tennis and Surf Club. Call: 631-537-0400.

STRIDES FOR LIFE

Rejoice for respiration as the Lung Cancer Research Foundation hosts its sixth annual Strides for Life Run/Walk. Join first-time race participant/team leader Jaclyne Kirkorian, foundation founder Laurie Carson, mistress of ceremonies Rosanna Scotto, and participants Tory Burch and Wendy Routh. All are welcome?from professionals to first-time runners! 8:45 a.m. Lake Agawam, Southampton. To register, visit www.lungfund.kintera.org/SFL6.

*BRING THE HEAT

Support Southampton Hospital’s Ellen Hermanson Breast Center at HEAT. This not-to-be-missed event will honor acclaimed stage, film, and television actress Laura Linney for her devotion to and support of the center. 6 p.m. Steven Klein’s West Kill Farm, Bridgehampton. Call: 631-329-5480.

CARNIVAL TIME

Support the Max Cure Foundation at the third annual Roar for a Cure Family Day Carnival! Enjoy a fun-filled day of food, games, rides, and entertainment while raising awareness for pediatric cancer. 2 p.m. East Hampton Indoor Tennis Club. Call: 201-321-3010.

GET WILD

Calling all party animals! The Wildlife Rescue Center of the Hamptons hosts this year's summer benefit for the Evelyn Alexander Wildlife Rescue Center. Join event chairs Avis Richards, Beth Ostrosky Stern, and Marcy Warren to contribute to the rehabilitation of injured and orphaned wild creatures. 6 p.m. Waterfront Estate of Liz Brown and Leslie Alexander, Southampton. Call: 631-728-4200.

PLAY BALL

Hit a home run or root, root, root for the home team to support the East End Hospice, East Hampton Day Care Center, and Phoenix House at the annual Artists and Writers Celebrity Charity Softball Game. Past players have included Alec Baldwin, Christie Brinkley, B. Smith, Donny Deutsch, and Jay McInerney. 12 p.m. Herrick Park, East Hampton. Call: 631-288-7080.

FAMILY FUN

The ultimate family event is back! The Albert Einstein College of Medicine hosts the 22nd annual Family Day, featuring games, rides, exciting contests, arts and crafts, and so much more! Join over 1,200 partygoers and event chairs Alison Brettschneider, Mindy Feinberg, Jackie Harris Hochberg, Bari Katz, and Amanda Poses at this Western-themed fiesta. 10 a.m. The Ross School, Bridgehampton. Call: 718-430-2818.

GIDDYUP!

The 36th annual Classic Hampton Horse Show is back and better than ever. The nation's premier show jumping competition returns to Bridgehampton with new and exciting additions. The event culminates with a jam-packed VIP day under the Grand Prix Tent, featuring events like the $10,000 Hermès Hunter Classic and grand finale. Enjoy a classic good time! 8 a.m. Call: 508-698-6810.