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Renovations
to increase home value
Personalization: We all want to make our home unique to our own character. However, when it comes time to sell, buyers want to envision themselves in the home, which can be difficult if the entire home is personalized to you. Avoid any personalization that is difficult to undo and stick to a nice universal outlook that speaks to everyone. Landscaping: Just like with personalizing, it’s best to keep
it simple. Some home buyers may love how elaborate your landscaping may look, but most of the time they’re considering the cost of upkeep or the difficulty of maintaining that look. A clean lawn with curb appeal is the best first impression to give to potential buyers.
Closet Space: Some of us are minimalist and can do with a larger room by sacrificing closet space, but most potential buyers value the importance of storage. Remember, buyers want to see themselves living in the home, and a lack of closet space might send them looking elsewhere. Bold Paint: Freshly painted rooms are a great way to brighten up
your home. There’s nothing wrong with bringing a little color into your home but keep in mind that buyers may not favor the same colors you do. Stick to keeping the colors subtle with small accents and focus more on neutral tones to appeal to potential buyers.
Trendy Designs: Barn doors and patterned tiles may look great
to some buyers, but avoid trendy designs that might be outdated when you decide to sell. No matter how tempting the latest home design trend may be, the classic look is always the safest bet.
DIY Projects: Projects that you build yourself are great, but only when they’re done professionally. This is important to potential buyers so make sure if you’re going to do your own home project, that you do it exceptionally well. This also applies to repairs, quick cover ups will only get you so far. These sort of projects can either increase or decrease the value of your home so make sure you know what you’re doing before proceeding. Long-Term Necessities: When it comes to renovations, keep in mind that not every buyer needs a built in office desk, or a workshop, or anything that may seem like a great idea to you. Tread carefully when adding permanent fixtures, not all buyers have the same vision as you when it comes to changes made. Make sure your room structures allow the flexibility for potential buyers to make their own changes. THE HAMP TONS | NY | 2023-24 |
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Restaurants DOPO La Spiaggia : East Hampton Refined dining room offering a menu of Italian primi & secondi dishes, with weekday happy hours. 31 Race Ln, East Hampton, NY 11937 Phone: (631) 658-9063 | Web: dopolaspiaggia.com
East Hampton Grill American standards such as steak & ribs in an airy bistro with an open kitchen & bustling bar. 99 N Main St, East Hampton, NY 11937 Phone: (631) 329-6666 | Web: easthamptongrill.com
Bostwick’s Chowder House Hopping seasonal fish house in casual beachy digs with wainscoting & patio tables. 277 Pantigo Rd, East Hampton, NY 11937 Phone: (631) 324-1111 | Web: bostwickschowderhouse.com
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Nick & Toni’s
Blue Parrot
Longtime eatery offering woodoven Italian-Mediterranean fare in a fashionable farmhouse setting. 136 N Main Street, East Hampton, NY
Unfussy Mexican eatery & cocktail bar with a beach vibe, outdoor seating & weekday happy hour. 33A Main Street, East Hampton, NY
The Living Room
Sam’s Restaurant
Local ingredients & Swedish influences inform the refined New American menu at a deluxe country inn. 207 Main Street, East Hampton, NY
This long-standing Italian spot serves thin-crust pizza & redsauce pasta in a local tavern setting. 36 Newtown Ln, East Hampton, NY
Calissa Hamptons
Cittanuova
Chic, coastal venue offering chefdriven Mediterranean cuisine, fine wine & craft cocktails. 1020 Montauk Hwy, Water Mill, NY
Sidewalk tables & a bustling bar scene enhance the Italian trattoria menu at this chic local cafe. 29 Newtown Ln, East Hampton, NY
Cove Hollow Tavern
Hampton Chutney Co.
Casual, warm pick serving French-Mediterranean dishes with focus on seafood plus cocktails & wine. 85 Montauk Hwy, East Hampton, NY
The Indian crêpes called dosas get stuffed with nontraditional fillings at this quick-serve eatery. 107 Newtown Ln, East Hampton, NY
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EVENTS 2023-24 DEC 17 2023 Holiday Boat Parade & Viewing Party Join the Montauk Chamber and Visitors Center for its inaugural Magic of Montauk holiday event. Follow the decorated holiday path to seek out fun around every corner. Activities include holiday gift booths, food trucks, a hot cocoa contest and so much more! Learn more at eventbrite.com.
JAN 21 6th Annual Cask Ales FUNdraiser Come join us at The Brewers Collective in Bay Shore to benefit The Barton Center for Diabetes Education. It will feature cask ales from local Long Island breweries as well as local wine. There will be live music and food trucks so bring your family and friends. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
FEB 4 NY Best Wings Fest 2024! Get ready for the ultimate adult wing party! Join us for a night filled with music, hosted by the celebrity MC Wing Hunter Matt Kourie of BestWingsLI. Experience thrilling entertainment, a celebrity judges panel, hot wing eating contests, and hilarious social media contests with fantastic prizes and giveaways. Don’t miss out on the chance to meet the top wing makers from Long Island! It’s going to be an unforgettable event! Learn more at eventbrite.com.
MAR 18 St. Patrick’s Day Parade The parade attracts thousands of spectators each year and features an array of entertainment from pipe bands, school marching bands, community organizations, business floats, fire departments and more. This year marks the 17th annual Hampton Bays St. Patrick’s Day Parade which will be held on Saturday March 18th at 11AM. Hampton Bays annual parade starts at Ponquogue Avenue and runs by Montauk and Southfork before ending at Atrium. Learn more at hbstpatricksdayparade.com.
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EVENTS 2024 APR 11 Hamptons Whodunit The only Mystery and True Crime Festival of the Hamptons! A weekend of thrills and chills with a roster of award winning authors and noted speakers. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
MAY 4 Spring Craft Fair Free admission! Shop from over 50 local vendors. Bring the family to enjoy shopping, food trucks, ice cream, hot dogs, hamburgers, and more! Learn more at eventbrite.com.
JUN 1 Hamptons Pride Parade 2024 Everyone is welcome to the third annual and sure to be the best yet. Join us for a vibrant celebration of love and diversity at the Hamptons Pride Parade, where inclusivity meets coastal charm in a joyous display of community and acceptance! Learn more at hamptonspride.org.
JUL 11 Hampton Fine Art Fair Join us at this annual, well-curated, high-caliber art fair created specifically for art-enthusiastic Hamptonites. Benefit from the East End’s widest and deepest selection of important and emerging art ever. It’s where the excitement, anticipation and drama of an international fair connects with the main thoroughfare in the Hamptons. Whether you’re an avid collector, redecorating your home, or just looking for the perfect piece, you’ll uncover “must-have” treasures at every budget level. Learn more at hamptonsfineartfair.com.
JUL 18 Great South Bay Music Festival 2024 The Great South Bay Music Festival has been held on Long Island since
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EATING
THE PSYCHOLOGY Control weight gain and compulsive eating behaviors by making better choices about the food that you eat.
Control weight gain and compulsive eating behaviors by making better choices about the food that you eat.
strive to achieve but often fall short.
Influences Cultural, social, family, and economical factors may be a Consumption direct influence Some of us more than others realize linked to our food and eating that what we eat can effect how we behaviors. feel such as eating However, a more serious influence too little or too much. We should such as stress, boredom and be able to enjoy anxiety can play what we eat but a larger role also feel better as many of us when we do. eat as a coping Eating healthy is a challenging task mechanism. that many of us Although it can
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sometimes help bring relief and ease feelings, it often leads to regret and build more negativity. Avoiding the problem with food will often create another problem with self-image when
suffering from weight gain or other negative affects caused by unhealthy eating. Weight Management Here are tips to help you manage your weight.
For starters, never skip a meal. By skipping a meal, you’re allowing yourself to become hungry later which can result in reckless binge eating. Be sure to plan your meals ahead of time and limit night time snacking. This will allow you to always be one step ahead of your weight by creating a routine. If you’re getting a craving between meals, try to exercise or find another way to distract yourself from food. continued on page 12
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Eating Diary - This is a great tool to keep track of your eating habits. Record what food you eat and when you eat it. Also take note of how you feel after eating and if you were doing anything while eating such as using your phone or watching TV. By recording your habits, you will be able to pinpoint which foods and activities to avoid. The diary can also assist you when you’re working with a dietitian to help you make the best decisions.
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EVENTS 2024 2008 and held regularly every year since. This is a big and beautiful cultural festival of great music and art. In addition to the music, the festival offers the audience a spectacular variety of locally handcrafted and imported handicrafts. The musical performances take place on a number of stages and various genres and styles are played. This is a festival for the whole family and the audience will be able to enjoy a variety of food and beer, the children will be in a unique kidzone area that includes various educational activities, fun and entertainment. Learn more online at carnifest.com.
JUL 25 Latitude Festival Join us for a weekend of discovery set within the stunning surrounds of Henham Park. Let your curiosity guide you through the very best in music, dance, comedy, poetry, theatre, literature, podcasts, family activities and wellness. Your summer adventure awaits. Learn more online at latitudefestival.com.
SEP 21 Greenport Maritime Festival 2024 The Greenport Maritime Festival features an array of delicious food, drinks, tall ships, wooden boats, live music, and a whole lot more. This is one event you won’t want to miss! Learn more at eastendseaport.org.
SEP 26 Sag Harbor American Music Festival Our Main Stage events provide once-in-a-lifetime music experiences. We do our best to feature globally recognized stand-out musicians who rarely, if ever, performed on the east end. From local to global, soul to Ska, jazz and blues, folk, rock, pop and more! The Festival highlights a wide spectrum of roots music and all kinds of fusion. Learn more at sagharbormusic.org.
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With lodging, food and entertainment all included in one price, choosing to do a vacation on a cruise gives great value. Traveling on the sea can be extremely fun, but it is important to choose the correct cruise line. If you’re going to spend a lot of your vacation time on a cruise ship, it may as well be one of luxury. Thankfully, there’s many luxury cruise lines ready to cater to your every
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whim while ferrying you to and from some of the world’s most mesmerizing destinations in plush comfort. Some offer exotic voyages to faraway destinations, while others attract travelers with comfortable cabins and stimulating enrichment programs. Use this guide as a starting point to find out which luxury cruise fits best for your next vacation.
We made a list that factors in itinerary affordability, health ratings, and reputation among experts and travelers.
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LGBT NETWORK HAMPTONS CENTER The LGBT Network is a leader in creating and implementing solutions to address many of the greatest challenges that LGBT people face today – bullying in our schools, discrimination and harassment, lack of community and socialization, disproportionate burden of HIV, unsafe workplaces, lack of housing and service options for LGBT older adults, and a lack of LGBT-affirming and welcoming community services. LGBTNETWORK.ORG | (631) 899-4950
CHERRY’S ON THE BAY Relaxed waterfront venue with a view for full-service dining, cocktails, Sunday brunch & drag shows. 158 Bayview Walk, Cherry Grove, NY 11782
ICE PALACE The Red Eye Guys: Daniel Nardicio, Taylor Shubert, Adam Klesh and Sam Benedict are excited to bring you Ice Palace 23 – The new, improved reimagining of the famed and longest continually-running LGBTQAI+ nightclub in the world. 1 Main Walk, Cherry Grove, NY 11782
NORTHWEST HARBOR (EAST HAMPTON) HRC We’ve spent 40 years creating the most powerful movement for equality our country has ever seen. But despite this progress, our most marginalized are still suffering from violence, discrimination and fear. Our goal is to ensure that all LGBTQ+ people, and particularly those of us who are trans, people of color and HIV+, are treated as full and equal citizens within our movement, across our country and around the world. HRC.COM.
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DRUG & ALCOHOL TREATMENT CENTERS Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation........................................................... 9 FUEL & SERVICE COMPANY Marshall & Sons Fuel Oil & Propane.................................................... 9 NONPROFIT God’s Love We Deliver.......................................................................... 13 REAL ESTATE Marisa Doonan-Signature Premier Properties..................................... 13 SENIOR LIVING Inspir | Carnegie Hill...............................................................................7 TREE SERVICES Barlett Tree Experts.................................................................................5 WEDDING TENTS Sperry Tents............................................................................................5
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