2 Valentine's Weekend Events Unfold In Southampton

SOUTHAMPTON, NY — Sunday is Valentine's Day and despite the pandemic, two socially distanced events are planned to celebrate Cupid's big day in Southampton.

The "Looking for Love" scavenger hunt, a program for all ages, takes place Saturday, Feb. 13 at 11 a.m. Participants should meet at the Southampton Inn and will then search Main Street in Southampton Village for red hearts.

"Grab a friend or a partner and embark on a journey of love," organizers said.

There will be a first prize and a gift for those who return a completed list. The event is hosted by the Southampton Inn and the Southampton Historical Society; a donation to the Southampton History Museum is encouraged. Those who wish to take part are asked to RSVP by calling the Southampton Inn at 631-283-6500

A second event, a "Valentine's Day Hike" in Southampton, is for adults only and takes place on Sunday, Feb. 14, from 10 a.m. to noon at Emma Rose Elliston Park, located at 40 Millstone Brook Road, off North Sea Road.

The event, presented by the Southampton Trails Preservation Society, includes a moderately paced three-mile hike with views of Big Fresh Pond and Wolf Swamp. Those who take part will visit the historic cemetery, which is part of the park, and hear the story of Emma Rose Elliston, who was born on a whaling ship off Hawaii, organizers said.

All hikers will keep an appropriate social distance with face masks required. A donation to the Southampton Trails Preservation Society is encouraged. To sign up, contact trail leader Dai Dayton by calling 631-745-0689 or emailing daidayton@aol.com by Saturday, Feb. 13 at noon.

The events are co-sponsored by the Southampton History Museum, Southampton Inn, and the Southampton Trails Preservation Society.