April 29: "Cinderella" Pirouetted, Navy Beach's Nod to Royal Wedding

What a busy week it has been, and it feels like we're only getting started.

1. In East Hampton Patch's continuing school election coverage on Friday, we'll feature a profile and video of East Hampton School Board of Education candidate Patrica Hope. Many know Hope as a longtime high school science teacher, but now she's ready to serve the community in a different role. The first of the Springs School Board candidates -- a profile on -- was posted on Thursday, in case you missed it.

2. The Hampton Ballet Theatre School will debut on Friday evening with a performance at 7 p.m. Sara Jo Strickland directs the students who will don costumes designed and hand sewn by Yuka Silvera, on the stage at , lit by designer Sebastian Paczynski. You can also catch performances on Saturday evening at 7 and Sunday afternoon at 2.

3. Summer's almost here, even though it doesn't quite feel like it. on Friday afternoon, and the beachfront restaurant is kicking off the season with a nod to the royal wedding. Starting at 3 p.m., and continuing through Sunday, Pimm's Cup, a British summer drink of Sparkling Cava and Sangria Rosa made with St. Germain & Rose Wine is on the menu for $9.

4. Tony Award nominee, Broadway star, and vocalist Melissa Errico will perform in a for at . The performance kicks off a weekend with Patrick McEnroe, who is Errico's husband. There will be a seated dinner, but there is also dessert and entertainment seating available, as well.

5. A to benefit Japan's earthquake victims will be held at Phao on Friday evening. A reception will local artists will be held from 4 to 5 p.m., followed by the silent auction from 5 to 7 p.m.