Southampton Arts Center [SAC – southamptonartscenter.org] is thrilled to announce the sixth annual summer kick-off party, Whimsy: Latin Jazz Dance Party on Saturday, June 27, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. This fundraising initiative welcomes Southampton’s residents, artists, and all community members to indulge in delicious fare from Robbins Wolfe, cocktails, live entertainment, and dancing with Maria Raquel Quintet. Proceeds from the event will support SAC’s year-round programming and commitment to offering accessible, inclusive arts experiences to the East End community. Find more information and tickets at southamptonartscenter.org/whimsy.
Lana Jokel will be honored with the inaugural Community Leader Award in recognition of her generosity to the Southampton Arts Center, as well as other local institutions. Two years ago, she also funded the renovation of Southampton Arts Center’s interior ceilings.
“We are thrilled to bring back our Whimsy Cocktail Dance party once again. This year, our Latin Jazz theme will add a special spice to the mix and help us launch our 14th Summer Season with great fun and community spirit.”, says Christina M. Strassfield, Executive Director of SAC.
“Everyone is invited to join us for this very special evening, which is the perfect way to kick off the summer with a fun party while also showing your support for our beloved Southampton Arts Center.”, says Elyn Kronemeyer, Co-Chair.”
“Whimsy is an extraordinary opportunity for the next generation to celebrate the legacy of the Southampton Arts Center and its community while paving the path forward for the future of the arts.”, says Sydney Sadick, Next Generation Chair.
“Whimsy is the best summer kick off in the Hamptons. A dance party with great food, drinks and a swoon worthy crowd. I love being able to dance in the arts center surrounded with great art with lots of friends!”, says Sylvia Hemingway, Co-Chair.
This event is generously supported by Something Different Party Rental, Robbins Wolfe Eventeurs, Montaukila Tequila, Adamas, Wolffer Estate Vineyard, Gardeneering, J. Whitney Stevens, Kidd Squid Brewing Co., McCall Risk Group, and The Party Perfectionists.
Media sponsors for the evening include Spotlight Magazine, WLIW-FM, and Purist Magazine.
Co-Chairs
Elyn Kronemeyer, Sylvia Hemingway
Benefit Committee
Brendan Johnston, NancyJane Loewy, Fairley Pilaro,
Tish Rehill, Kara Ross, J. Whitney Stevens, Paula Viscogliosi, and Pamela Wright
Next Generation Chair
Sydney Sadick
Hosts
Rob Vahradian, Heather Bornstein, Kara Ross
Community Awardee
Lana Jokel
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 and connecting with the diverse members of New York’s East End community and beyond. SAC is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization.