Southampton Arts Center Announces June Programming | Architecture + Design Tour and Whimsy in the Garden Return to Support Community Building through the Arts
(Southampton, New York… May 2023) June will see the return of two of Southampton Arts Center’s [SAC – southamptonartscenter.org] critical fundraising initiatives – the sixth annual Architecture + Design Brunch and Tour and the third annual cocktail party, Whimsy in the Garden. In addition to other events, SAC’s current exhibition, A MOMENT IN TIME: ICONIC IMAGES BY HARRY BENSON, curated by Sally Martin Katz, is open Friday through Sunday from 12 to 5 PM. Here’s what’s on deck at SAC this month…
Studio: Figure Drawing Workshop – Fridays, June 2, 9, 23, + 30 @ 1 PM
Working from a live model, artist Linda Capello’s figure drawing workshop will explore techniques of line, mass, gesture, proportion, and foreshortening, starting with short poses and working towards one long pose. Limited availability – registration is required.
southamptonartscenter.org/studio
Live: Job’s Pub Piano Bar Night – Friday, June 9 @ 7 PM
For one night only, Southampton Arts Center will become an East End version of a New York City piano bar. Whether you are a singer or just a lover of musicals, you won't want to miss an enjoyable evening of song and socializing at “Job’s Pub Piano Bar.”
southamptonartscenter.org/live
Benefit: Architecture + Design Brunch | Tour – Friday, June 16 @ 11 AM
This exclusive event explores the modern evolution of shingle style architecture. Join SAC for brunch, an architectural panel, and a tour of three Southampton Village homes that express the modern shingle style. Featuring Robert A.M. Stern Architects, Kligerman Archiecture & Design, and John David Rose Architects, P.C. AIA.
southamptonartscenter.org/special-events
Kids: Ramblin’ Dan’s Freewheelin’ Band – Tuesday, June 20 + 27 – Various Times
Ramblin' Dan’s Freewheelin' Band provides high energy and engaging music classes for kids 0-4 years old. Driven by playful musicality and skillful guitar work, sessions are about having fun in pressure-free and comforting atmosphere, helping kids gain confidence. Using the music to lead the way, your bandleader will help your kids jam along on instruments, use various props for activities (parachutes, scarves, umbrella dances, puppets), read song-based books, learn sign language, do animal-play, and of course clap, dance and sing along.
southamptonartscenter.org/kids
Benefit: Whimsy in the Garden Cocktail Party – Saturday, June 24 @ 6 PM
Welcome summer while strolling the sculpture garden and toasting Southampton Arts Center's 10th Anniversary. Enjoy summer cocktails, gourmet fare, and swing jazz. This is the perfect opportunity to support an institution that brings vitality to our beloved Village.
southamptonartscenter.org/cocktail-party
SAC’s galleries are open Friday through Sunday from 12 to 5 PM. Learn more and register for events at southamptonartscenter.org/events.
General Operating Support is made possible in part by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature. A MOMENT IN TIME: ICONIC IMAGES BY HARRY BENSON presenting sponsors are Peter and Jamee Gregory with participating sponsor Douglas Elliman Real Estate and media partner Hamptons Magazine. FILM @ SAC is sponsored by Brown Harris Stevens with media support from The Southampton Press. KIDS @ SAC is sponsored by Tee & Charles Addams Foundation. Whimsy in the Garden is sponsored by Eastland Farms, Gardeneering, Highclere Castle Gin, Fiduciary Trust International, Lux, and Topiaire Flower Shop, with media support from Purist.
ABOUT SOUTHAMPTON ARTS CENTER
Southampton Arts Center is committed to community building through the arts. We present and produce inspiring, inclusive, socially and regionally relevant programs across all disciplines – welcoming, connecting, and collaborating with the diverse members of New York’s East End community and beyond. SAC is a not for profit 501(c)(3) organization.
For more information about Southampton Arts Center, located at 25 Jobs Lane, Southampton, New York 11968, visit southamptonartscenter.org or call 631.283.0967. Follow SAC on Facebook and Instagram @southamptonartscenter. For press inquiries, contact Rachel Bosworth via email at rachel@rachelbosworth.com or by phone at 631.220.1220.
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