July 2, 2026 | Discussing Spotlight Magazine's 5th Anniversary and the July 4th Weekend

This week, as we prepare for July 4th Weekend in the Hamptons, we are joined by Sydney Sadick, founder of Spotlight Magazine, to celebrate five years of building a community-first Hamptons publication that still feels fresh in an Instagram and TikTok world. Sydney shares why she launched Spotlight after years in luxury media, how she thinks about quality and credibility in print, and what it takes to land cover stars who genuinely represent the local scene, including Brooke Shields on the anniversary cover. We also talk luxury lifestyle trends, brand pop-ups, and why some iconic names feel like “everyday” brands in Europe but a true splurge in the U.S.

Then we shift into our weekly Hamptons real estate market update with the latest contracts, new listings, and inventory, followed by a practical holiday weekend guide: Southampton Village parade timing, where to grab fireworks info, and what’s on around Montauk, East Hampton, and Westhampton Beach. You’ll also hear a few local favorites, from free concerts in the park to restaurant picks when you want great food and the right summer energy.

We make it simple and fun: what to do, where to go, and how to enjoy the East End without wasting half the day figuring it out.

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Each week, Happening in the Hamptons covers the people, properties, market trends, events, restaurants, local businesses, charity happenings, arts and culture, and community stories shaping life on the East End. From Hamptons real estate and homes for sale to weekend events, waterfront living, village life, and local lifestyle coverage, the podcast brings a grounded, local perspective to one of the most iconic markets in the world.

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