🌱 East Hampton Daily: Springs Tavern Opens July 1 + Belmont Stakes

Hello all. It's me, Diane Witek, your host of the East Hampton Daily. Here's everything you need to know about what's happening in town today.

First, today's weather:

A shower in the afternoon. High: 76, low: 62.

Here are the top stories in East Hampton today:

1. Mark your calendar! Springs Tavern is set to reopen on July 1— with a new name, owner and menu. Alex Rossi, who practically grew up in his father's restaurant, the acclaimed Parioli Romanissimo on the Upper East Side, calls the restaurant Springs Tavern and Grill. Rossi's vision is to create "a year-round eatery with affordable prices and a welcoming atmosphere." Call the Springs Tavern and Grill at 631-604-6944. (East Hampton Patch)
2. "Go, Canes!" This week, the Westhampton Beach High School girls varsity lacrosse team "made history when they brought home the program's first Long Island championship win," Patch reported. Now they are off to compete for the New York State title in the semi-finals. (Patch)
3. The 154th Belmont Stakes returns Saturday, June 11. Gates opens at 9 a.m. The event will feature performances by DJ Pauly D, Sal "The Voice" Valentinetti and Black Tie Brass. Tickets start at $40; Belmont Park, Hempstead Turnpike, Elmont. (belmontstakes.com)
4. Make the most out of the nice weather and summer in the Hamptons by attending these exciting events and participating in fun-filled activities! Enjoy weekend fun, June 10–14. Be sure to check out Dan's Papers' Summer 2022 Calendar. (Dan's Papers)

Today in East Hampton:

• Summer Reading Club — East Hampton Library. (All Day)
• Montauk Hike with EHTPS. (10 a.m.)
• LVIS Fair. (10 a.m.)
• Shopping for ARF in Amagansett — ARF — Animal Rescue Fund of the Hamptons. (Noon)
• 'Beauty, Love and Inspiration' & 'The Garden of Friends' Exhibitions. (1 p.m.)
• After Hours: Mini Golf in the Library! (5 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• East Hampton Library: "Quaker essayists like George Keith played a big role in antislavery thinking in New York. Learn more about the writing that prompted many Quakers to adopt antislavery views during Dr. Sarah Gronningsater's June 30 talk." (East Hampton Library via Instagram)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Barnes Landing: "Hi neighbors, there are six dogs and four of them are looking for foster homes in Hamptons, they are coming from Tobago in July! If there are foster homes interested, please contact Melissa Berman DIRECTLY: 631-800-4704." (Nextdoor)

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• Interior Designer, East Hampton, N.Y. (Details)
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You're all caught up for today! See you tomorrow for another update.

— Diane Witek

About me: Impassioned Writer, Website Designer, Social Media Marketer and newly proclaimed Baker. Lover of nature and animals of all kinds.

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