Community Service Opportunities and Family Activities in East Hampton and Surrounding Areas
High school students in East Hampton seeking to fulfill their community service hour requirements have a range of opportunities available this week at the East Hampton Library. The library has organized a series of activities aimed at engaging teens and fostering a sense of community. The schedule kicks off on Monday with a Teen Advisory Board meeting at 3:30 PM, where students will have the chance to express their views on library offerings that cater specifically to their age group.
On Tuesday, participants can engage in meaningful activities including writing thank-you notes to postal workers, starting at 3:30 PM, followed by a decorative session to prepare the young-adult room for Valentine’s Day at 4 PM. The week’s community service offerings continue on Wednesday with an initiative to write postcards to local senior citizens at 4 PM, and on Friday, students can pick up kits to create “kindness valentines,” available from 3 PM. Each of these activities counts toward one hour of required community service.
For younger children, the library provides enriching experiences this week, including a frog craft session for ages 7 to 10, scheduled for Wednesday at 4 PM, and a button snowflake craft for children aged 3 to 6 on Thursday at the same time. Additionally, sixth to eighth graders are invited to join in gaming activities centered around Nintendo Switch, along with complimentary snacks, on Friday starting at 3:30 PM.
In Montauk, families are invited to participate in a no-sew fleece blanket workshop led by a librarian this Saturday at 11 AM, with advance registration required to secure a place.
Activities in Bridgehampton
The Children’s Museum of the East End in Bridgehampton offers a culinary experience on Saturday for children aged 3 to 7, where they will create chocolate-covered pretzels. Participation costs for non-members, including museum admission, and for members. An early registration is necessary for this sweet endeavor, which commences at 10 AM.
Nearby, the South Fork Natural History Museum has scheduled a bird feeder-making workshop led by Rebecca Rogers on Sunday at 10:30 AM. This engaging activity, which aims to attract birds during the winter months, costs for adults and for children, with free admission for museum members. Attendees are encouraged to register in advance.
Meanwhile, the Hampton Library in Bridgehampton is hosting a week filled with gaming and craft events. A “creation station” for arts and crafts will be available on Saturday from 10 AM to 2 PM. On Monday, children aged 8 to 12 can partake in a STEAM-focused activity from 4 to 5 PM, complete with snacks. Tuesday brings Jackbox gaming sessions for grades six and up at 4 PM, and Friday, February 7, will feature a craft session celebrating Black History Month aimed at ages 5 to 7, starting at 3:30 PM. Prior registration for these activities is highly recommended.
Cultural Screenings for Young Audiences
The Sag Harbor Cinema will host its Kids and Family Matinee featuring Charlie Chaplin’s classic silent film, “The Kid,” this Saturday and Sunday at 11 AM. Chaplin not only directed and starred in the 1921 film but also composed its score. Tickets are priced at for adults and .50 for children under the age of 12.
Additionally, the John Jermain Memorial Library in Sag Harbor will present the beloved 1993 film “Cool Runnings,” celebrating the Jamaican bobsled team’s Olympic debut, next Thursday at 4 PM. Attendees can enjoy complimentary popcorn during the screening.
These events represent a rich tapestry of community engagement and family-friendly activities available in East Hampton and its neighboring areas, underscoring the importance of local organizations in fostering connections and enriching people’s lives through shared experiences.
