SUMMER OF SOUL

Grammy-award-winning, multi-platinum singer and chart topping songwriter, NE-YO will be the headlining performer along with singer-songwriter Solange at VH1 Summer of Soul Concert Presented By Harman Kardon and Mercedes-Benz. The event will benefit the VH1 Save the Music Foundation. 7 p.m. Private Estate, Sag Harbor. Call: 212-654-4612.

LONGHOUSE SUMMER GALA

Enjoy a grand evening of cocktails, dinner and dancing, and live auction on the beautiful lawns of the LongHouse Reserve. The annual Summer Gala will honor Martin Puryear and Peter Stern, distinguished members of the art community. Join Edward Albee, Jan Cowles, Adelaide de Menil, Helen Drutt English, and Bill Jones, among others. 6 p.m. LongHouse Reserve, East Hampton.
Call: 631-329-3568.

ART FOR LIFE

Join hip-hop legends Russell and Danny Simmons as they celebrate the ninth annual Art For Life East Hampton Garden Party Benefit honoring Bret Ratner, Arnold Lehman, and Norman Feinberg, among others. Honorary chairs, Grammy nominated R&B artist Tamia and NBA star Grant Hill, will lend their support to the foundation that focuses on the creative expression of NYC’s youth. Fashion designers such as Lorraine Schwartz, Jeri Cohen, Rachel Roy, B. Michael, and Giuseppe Zanotti will contribute their jewelry, frocks, and gems for the silent and live auctions. 6 p.m. Russell Simmons’ Estate, East Hampton.
Call: 212-254-6677.

DESIGNER SHOWHOUSE

Join chairs Alessandro di Montezemolo, Mildred Brinn, and Mario Buatta for the Designer Showhouse Preview Party to benefit Southampton Hospital (chaired by Gary Crain). Top interior designers and artists will adorn a lavish mansion donated by Richard Gherardi and William Landberg of Sand Dollar Development Corp. Designers attending the event include Christopher Maya, Gail Shields Miller, Bob Bakes, Robert Stilin, Douglas Graneto, Katherine Newman, Kate Singer, Penelope Irwin, and Dianne Warner. 6 p.m. Sagaponack. Call: 631-745-0004.

FAMILY FUN

Bring the whole family along for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s Second Annual Breath of the Hamptons Benefit. The event will be held on a scenic horse farm, where guests will enjoy entertainment including a delicious barbecue by Fresh Flavors, live music, a silent auction, and games and activities for kids of all ages. 4 p.m. Diamond Ranch, Bridgehampton. Call: 212-986-8793.

WILD THINGS

Get wild at this year’s Wildlife Rescue Center benefit and join charismatic event chairs Missy Hargraves, Caroline Hirsch, Beth Ostrosky, and Andy Sabin in honoring Ellen and Chuck Scarborough and Marcy and Michael Warren. Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos, Allison and Leonard Stern, and Chris Noth are expected to attend. 6 p.m. Southampton. Call: 631-329-5480.

MERCEDES-BENZ POLO CHALLENGE

Don’t miss out on the action on and off the field at opening day (the first of six consecutive Saturdays) of this year’s Mercedes-Benz Bridgehampton Polo Challenge. Opening day has become a staple on the party circuit, drawing famous faces like Billy Joel and Prince Albert of Monaco, to glam-azons Deborah Messing, Brooke Shields, and Katie Joel. In addition to watching the matches, guests will enjoy an invitation-only cocktail party. (General admission is available).
4.p.m. Bridgehampton Polo Club. Call: 212-420-9420.

BAY STREET GALA

Join Bay Street’s Summer Gala Benefit Bash for an evening of cocktails, dinner and dancing under the stars. Enjoy a silent and live auction full of once-in-a-lifetime temptations with guest auctioneers Richard Kind and Caroline Rhea. Renowned jazz pianist Judy Carmichael will perform along with the Bay Street cast of Ain’t Misbehavin’. 6:30 p.m. Long Wharf, Sag Harbor.
Call: 631-725-0818.

CHEFS & CHAMPAGNE

Join the James Beard Foundation in honoring Wolfgang Puck at the Chefs and Champagne event—the Foundation’s annual lavish summer tasting party and silent auction features flowing champagne, wines from the Wolffer Estate Vineyard, and culinary offerings from 35 of the country’s finest chefs. The VIP champagne and wine reception with silent auction preview 4:30 p.m. Main event 5:30 p.m. Wolffer Estate, Sagaponack. Call: 212-627-2380.

STORY TIME

Join New York Times writer Lily Koppel for an afternoon reading and discussion about her new book, Red Leather Diary. Koppel reveals the world of a New York teenager obsessed with the state of her soul and appearance, and the serendipitous chain of events that happened when a lost journal was returned to its owner. Don’t miss the chance of an up-close insight into this evocative summer read. 6:30 p.m. East End Books, East Hampton. Call: 631-324-8680.

WATERMILL BENEFIT

Sip Bacardi cocktails with the who’s-who of theater, art, fashion, design, and society. The Byrd Hoffman Watermill Foundation and Artistic Director Robert Wilson will host the 15th annual decadent-chic themed summer gala. Guests will enjoy a silent and live auction hosted by Simon de Pury, and dinner and dancing as well as a special guest performance by artist Jonathan Meese who will display a spectacular installation. Join Honorary Chairs Carrie Fisher, Renee Fleming, Philip Glass, Donna Karan, Harvey Keitel, and Calvin Klein, 6 p.m. Watermill Center, Water Mill. Call: 212-253-7484 x16.

SUPER SATURDAY

Join The Ovarian Research Foundation for its spectacular Super Saturday shopping afternoon. Lend your support while filling those shopping bags with discounted designer handbags, apparel, shoes and accessories. Kids will enjoy a carnival that includes rides, games, a raffle, fortune tellers, manicures and more. Don’t miss a fun-filled day for the whole family. 12 p.m. Nova’s Ark Project, Water Mill. Call: 212-759-2800.

RFK MEMORIAL CELEBRATION

Join Ethel Kennedy, Kerry Kennedy, Kathleen Kennedy Townsend, Rory Kennedy, and Mark Bailey in celebration of the 40th Anniversary of The Robert F. Kennedy Memorial. Guests will enjoy summer cocktails, a light dinner, and a special performance while commemorating the organization’s work in human rights and social justice around the world. 6 p.m. Private home, East Hampton.
Call 202-463-7575 x235.

GOLDEN GALA

Join Chairs Jean Little FitzSimmons and Ann Grimm for the Southampton Hospital’s 50th glam summer bash. The festive affair includes cocktails, silent auction, dinner and dancing. 6:30 p.m. Southampton. Call: 631-726-8700.

GIDDY UP

Grab your cowboy hat and boots for Albert Einstein College of Medicine’s western-themed Annual Family Day event hosted by Christie Brinkley. The carnival will feature rides, a scavenger hunt, freeze dance hula hooping, a potato sack race, balloon toss, arts and crafts, pony rides, a petting zoo, face painting, carnival games and more. 10 a.m. Diamond Ranch, Water Mill. Call: 718-430-2818.

GUILD HALL SUMMER GALA

Guild Hall’s Annual Summer Gala will showcase a special preview titled Larry Rivers: Major Early Works. Guests will sip cocktails while listening to a fabulous jazz performance by the late Larry Rivers’ Climax Band. The festivities include dinner, a live auction, and a spin or two around the dance floor to the Peter Duchin Orchestra. 6 p.m. East Hampton.
Call: 212-868-8450 x204.

FOR CHRISTOPHER & DANA


Join hosts Matthew Reeve and Cherie Alcoff along with celeb guests David Blaine, Kim Cattrall, Kelsey and Camille Grammer, Angie Harmon and Jason Sehorn, Rachel Hunter, Nathan Lane, Kelly Ripa, Howard Stern, and members of the Gossip Girl cast, for a fabulous Hampton summer bash. Attendees will sway to the beats of DJs Berrie and Dojah. The party will benefit the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation. 6 p.m. Pink Elephant, Southampton.
Call: 973-379-2690.

SKATE MANIA

Celebs are lining up to attend The Tony Hawk Foundation’s Activision Presents Stand Up For Skateparks benefit. This family-centric, action-sports carnival features a Vert Demo with Tony Hawk and a cast of top skateboarders and BMX pros, as well as games, food, auctions, and music. The star-studded benefit committee includes Lance Armstrong, Andre Agassi, Russell Simmons, Christopher “Big Black” Boykin, Sean “Diddy” Combs, Bobby Kotick, Bob McKnight, Ron Burkle, and Scott Greenstein. 3 p.m. Ross School, Bridgehampton.
Call: 212-539-1598.

ANTIQUES AND DESIGN

Don’t miss this weekend-long Antiques and Design event that offers some of the best summer shopping. Art and antique dealers from London, Palm Beach, Texas, Maine, and California will display and present for sale some of the most elegant pieces of artistic diamond jewelry and timepieces, garden art, designer modern furniture, and fine porcelains. Unusual couture jewelry and vintage designer handbags round out the selection. The affair will benefit the Bridgehampton Historical Society. Friday 12-7 p.m. Saturday 10-6 p.m. Sunday 10-5 p.m. Bridgehampton Historical Society. Call: 212-255-0020.

BATTER’S UP

Brush up on your batter’s swing for the 60th Anniversary Artists and Writers Charity Softball game. This year’s event will benefit the East End Hospice, East Hampton Day Care, and the Phoenix House. Join sponsors HBO, Snapple, Hollander Design, and 1010 WINS. Veterans Alec Baldwin and Christie Brinkley, among others, will be at home plate. (We will sorely miss Roy Scheider, who was a staple in the game.) 3 p.m. Herrick Park, East Hampton. Call: 631-288-7080.

ELLEN’S RUN

Get some exercise and join the 5K run to support the 13th annual Ellen’s Run. This special event attracts over 1,000 participants, ages 7 to 86 and includes Special Olympic athletes as well as breast cancer survivors. Run 9:30 a.m.
East Hampton High School. Call: 631-907-1952.

GARDEN TOUR

Don’t miss the opportunity to view some of the most exquisite and exclusive gardens the Hamptons have to offer at Guild Hall’s Garden as Art Tour. Enjoy scenic tours along with a lecture while you unwind at the lovely home of Dina Merrill and Ted Hartley. The elegant two-day event concludes with a breakfast and lecture by landscaper Edwina von Gal. Cocktail party 6 p.m. Friday. Breakfast and lecture begin at 9:30 a.m. Saturday. Private home and The Maidstone Club, East Hampton. Call: 631-324-4050.

EVENING OF LUXURY

Get ready for the elegant Evening of Luxury Charity Benefit which supports the American Red Cross. Celebrate their 125th Anniversary with an evening of cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, fine wines and cigars, decadent desserts, a silent auction, and entertainment. 7 p.m. The Stone Meadow Farm Estate, East Hampton. Call: 631-924-6700.

CHABAD AFFAIR

Chabad of Southampton Jewish Center is holding its much-anticipated 7th Annual Dinner. Join Congressman Anthony Weiner and Legislator Jay Schneiderman for a dinner and a silent auction. 5 p.m. Private Home, Southampton. Call: 631-287-2249.