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Veterinarians International Dog Walk and Shopping

As we’ve established, I’m a smitten dog lover who can’t get enough of my Russell and Bella—not to mention supporting the many animal shelters and wildlife preservation orgs out here (remember the Walk for Awareness Dog-a-Thon?). With that in mind, I urge you to attend a very special event, Shop for Species Survival, a dog walk and shopping experience for animal and wildlife welfare at J. McLaughlin in Southampton this Saturday, June 26. I hope you and your pup(s) will join us at the corner Jobs Lane and Main Street at 10:30 a.m., when we’ll walk and then enjoy shopping from noon– 5 p.m. to benefit Veterinarians International, which helps provide veterinary aid and education to animals and communities around the world (visit vetsinternational.org to register).

The founder of Veterinarians International, Dr. Scarlett Magda—a vaunted local resident, veterinarian and animal activist—will be on hand as we shop and sip at J. McLaughlin, which is donating 15% of the proceeds to her excellent organization. Dr. Magda will also share some compelling stories about animal welfare and conservation issues globally, including updates on plans for Sri Lanka’s first elephant hospital and much more.

I saw Dr. Magda speak at Bridgehampton Tennis & Surf Club benefit a few years agao and was thoroughly blown away by her message. Before hearing her speak, I was totally unaware of how closely human health, animal health and the health of our ecosystem are so tightly linked. It was a truly eye-opening experience. Check out Dr. Scarlett Magda online to get the full picture of her many accomplishments and important efforts to protect the world’s wildlife, ease animal suffering and stop the spread of zoonotic diseases, which is surely something close to all our hearts in these troubling times.

How cold is it out there? Well if you’re like me you’ve been glued to local news for “Snowpocalypse 15, The Blizzard of 15 and the This Winter Sucks 15” special coverage. Yes, if all of those negative numbers on the screen are giving you flashbacks to your Calculus 101 class, you’re not alone. While the media contuinues scaring the bejeezus out of everyone there is the reality of icy roads and un-shoveled walkways. With that in mind, it’s no surprise that action on the East End was very quiet this past President’s Day Weekend. In fact, even a Valentine’s Day over the weekend wasn’t enough to keep restaurant and business owners happy. The real estate market was much the same this past weekend. A fair amount of action but it would have been better if it didn’t snow! In spite of article after article about how “all the good Hamptons summer rentals are gone,” renters and buyers still weren’t willing to put on their boots and trek through waist high drifts to see properties. I also noticed a slight dip in web traffic this past week maybe due to nobody thinking “beach” when frost bite is imminent. Maybe everyone was busy with Valentine’s Day or going to see “Fifty Shades of Grey.” Either way, my cadre of brokers and agents gave this past weekend a solid “C.” Here’s hoping for a big thaw and warmer temperatures soon.

Doppio…. Last spring

Meanwhile, rumors of the death of Doppio in Sag Harbor have been greatly exaggerated. I for one thought it was pretty much D.O.A. by the end of last summer. But, according to very reliable sources, the Italian eatery which got off to a promising start last summer is coming back for a second season! The windows which are currently covered with paper will be peeled back and service will continue for the handful of dedicated customers. So where did Doppio go wrong last year and how can they make it this season? The biggest complaint I heard was not about the food but rather the service was terrible. I guess in my encounters, I always thought there is better food in town with better service… so why bother. Here’s hoping they pull it together for next year.

Yep… the snow may be deep but you better start thinking about getting your beach permits before you’re stuck going to Asbury Park. Below are the links you’ll need for enjoying fun in the sun this coming summer!

Beach Permit Links!

East Hampton Village Beach Permits

East Hampton Town Beaches

Southampton Town Beaches

Southampton Village Beach Permits

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First off, all of the opinions in the blog are my own and don't represent the views of any organization and or company.

I'm a results-driven real estate specialist with more than 20 years of listing and selling experience while also managing for Douglas Elliman for close to 12 years. I think between my own experience in sales and having managed close to 25 agents for nearly a decade, there are really very few scenarios I haven't seen. I know how to deal with the difficult deals, I've done it before and I think for the consumer having this kind of experience is extremely valuable.

Originally from New Jersey, I studied Communications and English Literature at Catholic University of America in Washington, DC and George Washington University. After that I moved to Manhattan for almost 20 years working in the television industry as a producer and senior producer for Fox News Channel, producer of "Good Day New York," and at CNBC, The Sally Jesse Raphael Show, MTV and PBS – WNET.

My motto: It's all about relationships, and taking the time to really listen to what customers want.

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