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Soak Up The Sun… & Rain? Aruba ariba… I overheard talk in our edito-
to explore them all! That said, do you have a favorite park in town? I’d love to hear about it, and why you love it so much.
rial department about one of our staffers who is off in Aruba this week. He was talking about how it’s “one happy island,” Five-minute downpour… regarded for its great tap wa- IN THE KNOW Aunt Rosie had a strange expeter and the windy conditions WITH AUNT ROSIE rience leaving work last that ensure it’s never too hot. Wednesday. We had finished our My immediate reaction was, of course, one of Long Islander deadline around jealousy, but I pushed through it and got to 6:30 p.m. and just as I finished packing up my thinking. Where do I want to go on vacation? things, it began to rain. I was reluctant to get Your Aunt Rosie has done some traveling in wet but who knew how long the rain would her time, but there’s still more I want to see. I’d last. Besides, a little rain can’t hurt and typical love to get back to Europe, roam around the walk to my car only takes five minutes. Boy, did countryside some more, but I’d also love to go I make a mistake. I made it half way to the car south and see the Carribean. They both sound and my hair was completely soaked, streams of so lovely. That said, I’d also like to explore our water came down my face and my shirt was United States further. There are so many great drenched. Of course the logical thought that states, landmarks and attractions spread across came to mind was to walk faster but that just the country that I’d love to see, or see again -- I made everything worse, and my shoes were just hope I get the chance to! What are your sopping wet from the inside out. As soon as I favorite vacation destinations? I’d love to hear got to the car, the rain stopped. I learned my about them, and your experiences there. Drop lesson that day. A little patience can go a long me a line at info@longislandergroup, or send way. me some snail mail. I’d love to see some of you best vacation pictures, too, but remember to keep them ‘G’ rated!
That said… there’s still plenty of exploring to do around here. Did you see the article in this week’s paper about the different parks spread across the town? Each of them is so wonderful and offers different attractions, scenery and opportunities. We were able to name a few of the many parks around town, which is great, but I do wish we had the time
(Aunt Rosie wants to hear from you! If you have comments, ideas, or tips about what’s happening in your neck of the woods, write to me today and let me know the latest. To contact me, drop a line to Aunt Rosie, c/o The Long-Islander, 14 Wall Street, Huntington NY 11743. Or try the e-mail at info@longislandergroup.com)
QUOTE OF THE WEEK David Cava
Photo Of The Week Hometown Hero Photo/Town of Oyster Bay
Town of Oyster Bay Beach Lifeguard John McGovern, center, was recently honored for an incredible 50 years of dedicated service to the residents of the township. He first joined the town as a seasonal lifeguard in 1967.
Chinese Take-Out Someone smashed in the front door of Winon Chinese Food, 169 Commack Road, Commack, and stole money on Aug. 2, 3:25 a.m., Suffolk police said. The incident has been classified as a third-degree burglary.
Email Hacked, Funds Stolen Suffolk police said some on Aug. 2, 10:02 a.m. hacked into the email of a 42year-old Cold Spring Harbor man and wired money out of a business account. Police have classified the incident as first-degree identity theft.
Hit & Run An unknown person hit an 81-yearold Huntington Station man in the head and then ran off at around 5:55 p.m., Aug. 2. The incident, classified as second-degree harassment, occurred on a Suffolk County bus on New York Avenue in Huntington Station. The victim did not require hospital treatment, according to police.
Car Scratched Suffolk police said someone scratched a 2017 Mercedes outside of a West Neck Road home in Lloyd Harbor at around 10:15 a.m. on Aug. 2. Police said the cost to repair damage to the car, owned by a Lloyd Harbor woman, was $1,500.
Late-Night Fight A 25-year-old Smithtown man punched another man in the face on July 9 at around 4:20 a.m., outside of Katie Mc’s Irish Pub, 397 New York Ave., Huntington. Police said they arrested the man on July 30 and charged him with third-degree assault with intention to cause physical injury.
‘As Christians we believe that God cares, and we should try to emulate that.’ Family Crowdfunds Mission Trip To Nicaragua, PAGE 5
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MUSIC SPOTLIGHT By Janee Law jlaw@longislandergroup.com
Rock guitarist Rich Robinson, co-founder of The Black Crowes, may have a new band, but it’s rooted in the classic blues and hard rock sounds he’s known for. “It’s old and new,” Robinson said of the 10-piece band, The Magpie Salute, which is set to play The Paramount on Aug. 13. He added, “There are people from our pasts, who I’ve known for decades, and then there are some new people who bring new energy to the whole thing. We just have a strong reverence for playing together, and playing this music, and seeing where this thing is going to go.” The band is made up of several members of The Black Crowes, including Robinson, guitarist Marc Ford, and bassist Sven Pipien. Along for the ride are Nico Bereciartua on guitar
and Joe Magistro on the drums, and a talented selection of vocalists, including lead singer John Hogg, of Hookah Brown and Moke; former Crowes singer Charity White; and background singers, Adrien Reju and Katrine Ottosen. Also touring with the band is keyboard player Michael Bellar. Together, the group produces blues rock, hard rock, and southern rock. Setlists, which vary showto-show. Feature songs from The Black Crowes, Robinson’s solo records and Ford’s new record. Formed in 2016 out of Woodstock, New York, The Magpie Salute’s debut performance came this past January, when it sold out Gramercy Theatre. The band’s name is a reference to a British superstition about the need for one to salute a magpie — a type of crow — any time it’s seen, in order to ward off negativity, or to have a good day. The band’s formation marks the reunion of the Robinson and Ford guitar team, which ended in 1997 when Ford left The Black Crowes. Robinson said the main difference between The Black Crowes and The Magpie Salute is there’s more positive energy. “We’re all really focused on being positive and maintaining that positivity,” he said. “As far as musicianship, we’re all a little bit older, we’re a little bit wiser and I think there’s a lot of dynamic to this
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Magpie Salute Rocks With Classic, New Energy
The Magpie Salute is set to rock The Paramount stage with classic and new energy on Aug. 13. new band that we’re able to tap into that maybe the Crowes wasn’t able to tap into.” Looking ahead to the show date at The Paramount, Robinson said, “It’s really a show where people come, bring their positivity, their best energy and they have fun, and we have fun.” “It becomes a celebration and ultimately that’s the best that can happen.” Tickets range $30-$65 and can be purchased at the box office or at Paramountny.com. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the jams are set to kick off at 8 p.m.
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y t i n u m com Townwide Fund Feeds 50-60 Tri-CYA Kids Pictured, far left, are Jim Powers, president of the Townwide Fund, and Stephanie Bontempi, along with a group of kids from Tri-CYA. Pictured on the right side in the back are Vita Scaturro, in red, and Debbie Rimler, regional director at Tri-CYA.
Summer is the toughest time for children who depend on school meals for food. In the absence of school programs, many local chil-
dren attend Tri-CYA, where they receive meals during the week. The center is open six days a week and on Saturday children are given a bag with food for Saturday and Sunday. When the Townwide Fund of Huntington learned that 50-60 children who attend Tri-CYA were at risk of having nothing to eat during weekends until school starts, it stepped in to help. An emergency grant of $2,000 was presented to Debbie Rimler, regional director at Tri-CYA, last Wednesday afternoon to make sure that the children do not go hungry. “We invite the community to join us in making sure that the Tri-CYA children have food this summer,” said Vita Scaturro, board member of the Townwide Fund. “You can drop off food at the center at 809 New York Ave., or you can send a check. Any size donation is needed.”
Pictured, from left, are Jim Powers, president, Townwide Fund; Executive Director Gloria Palacios; Debbie Reimer, center, Tri-CYA regional director; Vita Scaturro; and, far left, Stephanie Bontempi, from the Townwide Fund, present Debbie Reimer with an emergency $2,000 check.
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Thanks to successful fundraising and crowdfunding campaigns, the Cava family recently ventured to Nicaragua, where they built houses and worked on an orphanage in the Christo Rey district of the country. For 44-year-old David Cava, of Huntington, volunteering has always been part of his life. He’s been on multiple short-term mission trips in his life, including trips to the Ukraine and Belarus in 1994, as well as a trip to Nicaragua in 2014. A part of him “starts to die if I am not actively, experientially helping other people for an extended period of time,” he said. “As Christians we believe that God cares, and we should try to emulate that.” Cava, who was one of eighteen members of Dix Hills Evangelical Free Church who made the trip to Nicaragua, July 30-Aug. 8, also
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Family Crowdfunds Mission Trip To Nicaragua
The new houses being built by the mission workers, left, compared to the old houses built by residents, right. brought along his daughter, Marianna, and his son, Jonny. This particular trip was organized by New Life Nicaragua, a group that established a ministry and re-nutrition center in Christo Rey, and which is now looking to establish an orphanage. Interviewed before he left for the trip, Cava said he expected to be doing much of the same work he was doing three years ago, when he helped build more structurally-sound and elemen-
tally-resistant homes. The homes, he said, are little more than shacks, but they keep the rain and animals out, and are much sturdier than the typical ramshackle homes of the area. The current conditions in Christo Rey are reportedly some of the worst in the world. Some residents scavenge for scrap metals like copper, aluminum and bronze, or scraps of glass. Kids sometimes work with their parents in a dump instead of going to school, and
commonly eat food scraps from the garbage piles. “As Americans, we tend to think that we can change everything,” Cava said. He does, however, believe he, and others like him, are making a difference. But, he added, the long-term workers, those who live and work in Nicaragua year round, are the ones who truly make a difference. In order to raise money for their trip, the Cavas employed a variety of different fundraising methods, including hosting car washes and mailing out letters. However, the family came up short of its fundraising goal due to unexpected vaccination expenses not covered by insurance. In light of that, Marianna created a GoFundMe page, which generated $2,040 from 21 donors, many of them friends of the Cava family. When asked how their efforts, Marianna said she continues to worry for the children in Nicaragua, even after returning home.
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s e i d o o f the Nina’s Restaurant Evolving With Time The popular Nina’s Pizzeria in Northport has rebranded as Nina’s Restaurant Wine Bar & Tap Beers, and it’s also expanded its menu in the process. Previously a New York City Police officer, owner Artie Berke was a 9/11 first responder and lost a friend that day. Having two daughters, Berke decided to make a career change and opened up Nina’s Pizzeria in 2002. In opening the pizzeria, Berke brought with him years of experience as he previously worked at age 15 at what was then Junior’s Pizza in Huntington village. “I like the art form and the rush of making pizzas on a busy night,” he said. “We were able to throw up pizzas in the air and create new things.” Now, Berke is creating a new Nina’s. Rebranded as Nina’s Restaurant, the restaurant offers high-end items, Berke, of Northport, said.
The menu took four years to craft, and has expanded, now featuring more Italian seafood dishes and others he’s created through the years. The new menu officially debuted last Friday. For an appetizer, the Pazzo Mussels ($10) do not fall short in offering the best quality meat in each shell. With a spicy kick and salty bite, the dish offers a mix of mouthwatering flavors, complete with bacon, cherry hot pepper, red pepper flakes, onion and delectable cream sauce. As for the main course, the Eggplant Paesano ($16) features sautéed eggplant, filetto sauce, onion, fresh mozzarella and homemade rigatoni. The light sauce is filled with flavor, making the perfect pairing with the soft texture of the eggplant. For those craving a refreshing summer bite, the Grilled Salmon Salad ($20) is the perfect choice. Served with mesclun salad, sliced granny apples, panko crusted goat cheese, candied walnuts, grape tomatoes, dried
Eggplant Paesano ($16) comes with sautéed eggplant, filetto sauce, onion, fresh mozzarella and homemade rigatoni.
The sfingi doughnuts are a must try for dessert. The Italian potato zeppole are moist, with the cinnamon sugar coating delivering a sweet flavor in every bite.
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Artie Berke, owner of Nina’s Restaurant Wine Bar & Tap Beers, has rebranded the restaurant and expanded the menu. cranberries and raspberry vinaigrette, the savory dish satisfies the taste buds. To top it all off, try the sfingi doughnuts, which are moist and coated with cinnamon sugar, delivering sweet flavors in each bite. Wine is available both by the glass and by the bottle. There will also be a variety of beers on tap, plus Brooklyn American Pale Ale ($8), Montauk Watermelon Session Ale ($8) and Schofferhofer Grapefruit ($6). The pizza offerings at Nina’s have also been revamped. It now offers a variety of different pies, including personal pies like the Short Rib pizzetta ($18), Margherita pizzetta ($14), Buffalo pizzetta ($15) and more. The 487 Main St. restaurant in Northport spans 1,700 square feet, including a beautiful patio for outdoor dining. Regarding the new menu, Berke said, he hopes customers enjoy the new menu and creative dishes. “I’m a people pleaser so seeing someone come up and saying, ‘it was the best meal I’ve ever had,’ that drives me,” he said. “I don’t like be stagnant doing the same thing over and over again. Being creative and being able to create new dishes, pushes me forward.”
Sriracha Maple Fried Calamari ($10) is a must try for those with an appetite for spice. The dish is found on the specials menu and offers a delectable crunchy texture.
The Shrimp Avocado Bruschetta offers a buttery, salty crunch, making the perfect balance with the sweet taste of the avocado and tomato.
Nina’s Restaurant 487 Main St., Northport 631-261-6822 Ninaspizzeria.com
With a variety of mouthwatering flavors, The Pazzo Mussels ($10) offers a spicy kick and salty bite, complete with bacon, cherry hot pepper, red pepper flakes, onion and delectable cream sauce.
Grilled Salmon Salad ($20) is the perfect choice when craving a refreshing summer bite, served with mesclun salad, sliced granny apples, panko crusted goat cheese, candied walnuts, grape tomatoes, dried cranberries and raspberry vinaigrette.
Cuisine: Italian Atmosphere: Laid back and casual Price: Inexpensive to Moderate Hours: Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m.
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Spicy Crispy Chicken Panini on Focaccia Bread from Roast in Melville. RUN TO ROAST: Roast Sandwich House is located on Route 110 and boasts unique salads, panini, soups, and of course sandwiches. The sandwich shop serves all-natural, whole roasted meats, homemade bread and fresh produce. A popular sandwich is the Braised Brisket Grilled Cheese that’s served on thick sourdough bread and packed with three types of cheeses. Our Foodies also love the Sandwich House Meatball, which is served on toasted bread with oven dried tomatoes, onions and mozzarella cheese. The flavors are intense and delicious. For the nonmeat eaters there’s the mouthwatering veggie panini on multigrain that’s stuffed with zucchini, roasted peppers, eggplant, onion, fresh mozzarella and a basil mayo. Also be sure to get a side of Roast’s famous sweet potato tater tots. Roast (827 Walt Whitman Road, Melville) is open Monday-Saturday, 10:30 a.m.8 p.m. For more info, call 516-2619376.
Greek food. Head down to the Greek Grill for traditional dishes such as spanakopita, hummus and pita, Horiatiki salads, gyros, and more. The Foodies highly recommend trying the hummus, it’s creamy and has an authentic chickpea taste. Also try the tzatziki sauce that’s perfect for salads, gyros and wraps. From the chicken gyro platters to Horiatiki salad with moist grilled chicken, Foodies can’t go wrong at the “best named Greek Restaurant” on Long Island. Greek Grill also offers 10percent off orders by downloading its smartphone app. For more info, check out Greekgrillny.com or call 631-421-3031. BREWS BROTHERS: The 69 Wall St., Huntington space of the recentlyclosed XO Restaurant is being eyed for a new bar and grill. Signage outside the building indicates that Brews Brothers Grille is coming to the village. Brews Brothers Grille plans to offer craft beer, burgers, wings and more. The Foodies will keep you updated when we find out more about the opening.
QUALITY GREEK FOOD: The Greek Grill (1151 East Jericho Turnpike, Huntington) serves up quality
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15 Wall Street • Huntington • 631-549-0055 jonathansristorante.com
12 Gerard Street, Huntington (631) 549-5300 macssteakhouse.com Elegant locale for steaks, sushi & weekend brunch, with patio & seasonal tiki bar overlooking pond 437 E Main St, Centerport • 631-261-7663 millpondrestaurant.com
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23 Wall Street A., Huntington (631) 603-3600 cafebuenosaires.net
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y t i n u m m co Take A Stroll Through Huntington Parks By Rachel Stanislawek info@longislandergroup.com
There are nearly 100 parks, beaches and hiking trails across the Town of Huntington that are just begging to be explored. Keep reading to
learn about what just a few of those parks has to offer. Did we miss your favorite? If so, let us know by sending a picture of your favorite park and a description of why you love it to info@longislandergroup.com.
Mill Dam Park 19 Mill Dam Road, Halesite Mill Dam Park is located right on the water of Huntington Harbor. There, the Mill Dam marina is in full view whether you’re on the playground or on the one of sev-
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Mill Dam Park in Halesite offers both plenty of opportunities to play, and a beautiful view of Huntington Harbor.
eral softball fields within the park itself. The park also features several playing fields; a small, shaded playground facing the docked boats; and fully-lit facilities in between the first two softball fields. It’s a perfect spot to visit after roaming around Huntington village.
While Otsego Park may be known for its plentiful baseball and softball fields, it also has plenty of great spots to sit and relax.
Otsego Park East end of Otsego Avenue, Dix Hills Otsego Park is the ideal spot for baseball lovers. With a total of five little league fields, two softball fields, one baseball field and four pee-wee fields, the park hosts countless games
Cold Spring Harbor State Park
Breezy Park 19 W Rogues Path, Huntington Station Located in the middle of Huntington Station, Breezy Park offers a wide selection of playing fields, including football, lacrosse and soccer. Each field is large and the parking lot is easily accessible from the main roads lining its borders. There is also a gated playground, distanced a bit from the playing fields.
« In addition to town and county funding, Joseph and Nikki Gregory donated $1 million on behalf of the Cold Spring Harbor Soccer Club in memory of the late Brianna Titcomb, the 13-year-old soccer enthusiast after whom Breezy Park is named
every year. Other features include a basketball court, tennis court, and playground. “I love to spend the afternoon here,” said a babysitter from Kings Park. “I babysit a few kids and they always ask if we can spend time here, they love the playground and how much space there is to run around.”
The walking trail in Cold Spring Harbor State Park spans 1.14 miles.
95 Harbor Road, Cold Spring Harbor One of the largest parks in town, Cold Spring Harbor State Park spans 40 acres, across which visitors can spend the day a variety of ways, including a scenic hike. Pets are permitted in the park, but must remain on a leash. Boat launching is another available amenity as the northernmost portion of the park abuts the harbor. Cold Spring Harbor is lined with boat clubs and the park allows for visitors to cast their boats right from the park itself. The park is also within walking distance from downtown Cold Spring Harbor, and offers serene views of the water upon entrance. Locals typically park their cars up on the hill simply to admire the view and enjoy the shade provided by the trees lining the parking lot, on any weekday you’re guaranteed to see a lineup of cars with the windows rolled down with a mix of faint music muddled together.
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Dog lovers typically gather in Northport Village Park on a nice, sunny day.
Northport Village Park 54 Woodbine Ave., Northport Always filled with people but surprisingly quiet, Northport Village Park in Northport is an ideal place to spend an entire afternoon. A popular spot for dog walking and admiring the harbor, the park offers a variety of scenic spots. It’s not uncommon to
Coral Park
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322 Broadway, Greenlawn Small and quaint, Coral Park resides in Greenlawn, where it offers its visitors a peaceful spot to sit and enjoy their surroundings for however long they wish. The park
run into an artist of two working on a piece in the middle of the lawn at the park, the gazebo is a very popular location for small events and works of art alike. Northport Village Park is right off of Main Street in downtown Northport, many take their lunch to go and settle down on a bench facing the water. Amenities include a playground and basketball court.
features a basketball court, playground, and picnic area. Behind those amenities is a wide, open field suitable for whatever sport imaginable. Bordering the field is a shaded, paved path perfect for a run. Coral Park is also the site of the town’s annual basketball tournament for kids ages 12-18.
« Decades in the making, Coral Park officially opened in Greenlawn in 2014 and is the annual spot for the Town of Huntington pick-up basketball tournament.
Veterans Park in East Northport is typically filled with Tigers during school fall and spring sports seasons.
Veterans Park 253 Bellerose Ave., East Northport Driving through East Northport, one is almost assured to pass by Veterans Park. The park has a wide variety of amenities available to the public, including a grass field and pairs of little league fields, basketball courts and turf fields — suitable for lacrosse, football or soccer. All of the playing fields at the park are lighted. Unique to Veterans Park, there’s a large skate park located by the front entrance. Additionally, the park has several picnic areas, a playground, and two comfort stations.
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y t i n u m m o c Having A Blast At The Firmen’s Fair
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Huntington Councilwoman Tracey Edwards rides in a Greenlawn Fire Department vehicle and waves to the crowd lining Larkfield Road.
Members of the Halesite Fire Department are pictured last Wednesday night after claiming 1st place in the Best Appearing Juniors category. By Julia Limmer info@longislandergroup.com
East Northport Fire Department hosted its annual parade Aug. 2, kicking off four days of fun at the annual firemen’s fair. Twenty-six fire departments and a pair of volunteer ambulance corps marched down Larkfield Road last Wednesday night and were accompanied by fire trucks, flashing lights, and marching bands. “The fair is community outreach; we’re here to support the community,” East Northport Fire Chief Dan Heffernan said. Families spent time entering raffles, winning prizes, going on rides, eating burgers and ice cream, playing games and more.
When asked why she keeps coming back to the fair year after year, East Northport resident Christina McCarthy said, “For the fun, the games, the food, but mainly to support the fire department.” Also included in last Wednesday’s events was a ceremony during which trophies were awarded to departments based on their parade performances. The panel of judges, consisting of senior members of the host fire department, chose which department best exemplified categories such as Furthest Travelled, Most Members in Line, Best Appearing Band and Best Appearing Department. King’s Park Fire Department won five categories, the most of any department, including the Best Overall Department award.
Glenn Lowy, back, and his family are first time attendees at the annual East Northport Firemen’s Fair.
Christina McCarthy, left, of East Northport, pictured with her kids, said she’s been coming to the fair with her family for 21 years.
Members of the Amityville Highland Pipe Band are pictured after marching with the Smithtown Fire Department in last Wednesday’s parade.
Pictured, from left, are: East Northport Fire Department 1st Assistant Chief Dan Flanagan, Chief Dan Heffernan and 2nd Assistant Chief Thomas Bourne.
King’s Park Fire Department wins five awards including Most Ladies in Line, Best Appearing Department and Best Overall Department.
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Ex-Chief Honored As Grand Marshal
The Huntington Manor Fire Department honored veteran, past Commissioner and ex-Chief Lou Agiesta as the grand marshal of its annual parade and fair last month. Agiesta was recognized for his 49 years of dedicated service to the department and community. Pictured, from left, are: First Assistant Chief Jon Hoffmann, Chief Mike DePasquale, Agiesta, Second Assistant Chief Chuck Brady and Third Assistant Chief Jim Glidden. In the second picture, Agiesta rides in the parade on the department’s antique 1947 Mack pumper.
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Doing Well, Doing Good: Part 2 By Peter J. Klein, CFA, CRPS, CAP pklein@hightoweradvisors.com
When we last discussed this topic on these pages we focused on the advent and momentum of Socially Responsible Investing – the what, why and how to. The SRI movement is more than just being mindful of one’s portfolio and its impact on society. It has nearly morphed into an asset class onto itself. There are now a multitude of funds and ETFs and other investment vehicles focused on SRI. There are conferences and professionals focused on the impact of one’s portfolio on their stated mission (in the case of an endowment or foundation). There was even an announcement made by The Ford Foundation that stated their intention of allocating a portion of their corpus ($1 billion over 10 years) to mission related projects and investments – a true sea-change in the sense that they are using balance sheet assets not just the income that those assets may generate. Reflecting on this movement towards Social Responsible Investing I was thinking about how individual investors can “Do Well and Do Good” at the same time. One vehicle that certain families deploy to cement their philanthropic legacies is to start a family foundation, one in which family members can take an active role. Many families that we counsel set specific times, usually over holidays, to gather the family around the dining room table and discuss how to use their families’ legacy – that is, the foundation’s assets – to do good. These foundations typically have a defined mission area, although many are fairly open to suggestions in their giving ideas,
and seek to work alongside nonprofit organizations to maximize impact for their specific cause or constituency. The bottom line is that these families are doing “good,” for society on the whole and certain sectors or interests. However, a private foundation is a serious administrative responsibility. It takes a good deal of time to manage and organize; not only the grants it makes and the site visits to organizations but also effective portfolio management of the corpus of the foundation’s giving. What other vehicles can a legacyminded, philanthropically-centric family utilize to make gifts to worthy nonprofits? The Donor Advised Fund is a wonderfully simply way for philanthropic families to make donations to their favorite charities. With a DAF you make a contribution, be it cash, appreciated securities or even somewhat arcane assets like land or real estate interests, to a DAF, the value of which is 100 percent tax deductible, up to the AGI limits, in the year you make the contribution. For more on the tax implications it is important to consult your tax advisor. Now that the DAF is funded you are able to request donations from it to any nonprofit organization. But, unlike with a private foundation, you are not burdened with the administrative work needed to manage such philanthropic giving. This is doing “good.” How about doing “well?” In other words how can this individual investor magnify his philanthropic intentions at the same time as he maximizes his wealth management plan? Besides the tax implications, which are typically positive for most investors, how else can this philanthropicallyminded individual investor increase his personal wealth – the doing “well” – while he does “good” for
society or a cause? That is exactly what I was pondering when I reflected on this topic. An epiphany popped into my head. Perhaps the individual investor has an IRA, and this IRA has assets that have never been taxed. Well perhaps the investor could consider converting a portion of that IRA into a Roth IRA, which is after tax dollars but grows tax free for life. That conversion would yield a tax liability but, depending on certain assumptions, the investor may very likely be better off with long term tax-free growth than tax-deferred growth (that is required to be slowly recognized upon the age of 70.5. The tax liability in a sense could be partially offset by the tax savings from the donation to the DAF. Presto: doing well and doing good.
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Young Professionals On The Hunt Young Professionals took to the streets and local businesses July 13 for the annual scavenger hunt hosted by the Huntington Chamber of Commerce. The hunt tasked the Young Professionals to team up and visit local businesses and restaurants, including Babalu, Chip’n Dipped, Fetch, Finnegan’s, Jessie & Sullivan, Honu, IMC, Mac’s, Nalu Dry Goods and Ooh La La. At the end of the night, the teams congregated at Elk’s Club, where a Business Blender was held, and prizes were awarded to the winning team, “Huevos Rancheros,” the Source the Station team.
Team “ZE’s Creative Chaos” from Zimmerman Edelson.
Members of “Team Eugene” from Portnoy, Messinger, Pearl & Associates.
“Team Eugene” from Portnoy, Messinger, Pearl & Associates.
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business Helga’s: A Cozy, Fun Consignment Store Spotlight On
Huntington Businesses By Janee Law jlaw@longislandergroup.com
There is a comforting and exciting atmosphere at Helga’s Choice Consignment in Northport Village. Inside the nearly 1,000-square-foot shop, there’s a sign that states, “Life’s Too Short To Wear Boring Clothes.” Written in pink lettering, the blue sign is small but speaks volumes to the eclectic vibe the store offers. “It really is cozy and fun, and we really try to keep it entertaining,” owner Helga Bagatais, 55, of Northport, said. “It’s easier to walk in here and have a nice time.” Helga’s Choice Consignment sells gently-used, designer clothes, shoes, accessories, artwork, books, and unique home goods for women and men. The store offers several types of pre-owned items that are vintage, new and modern, Bagatais said, calling the pieces eclectic and one of a kind. Bagatais said she receives items for her store from anyone, with people coming from Bay Shore, the Hamptons and Queens. She said she has around 2,100 people who regularly drop off their items. The busiest time of the year for intake are the months of September and May, when the season changes, Bagatais said. She added that she expects a busy September, typically receiving between 50-100 pieces a day. “It’s crunch time because everyone goes through their clothes at the same time and then they all come running because they all want it out of their house,” Bagatais said. Offering sizes from X-small to XXlarge, Helga’s sells many brands including Free People, Coldwater Creek, and Vineyard Vines. Bagatais said clothing prices range from $10-$120. If items don’t sell in two months,
Bagatais said they donate the pieces to Career Couture and the Northport VA Hospital. “It’s just a positive thing all around,” she said. “We get to sell nice brands at reasonable prices, the owner of the article gets some money and we get enough money to stay open and whatever doesn’t sell gets donated. It’s a win-win all around.” The store opened its 139 Main St. location in Northport Village in July 2014. Bagatais’ focus on selling pre-owned items came from her enjoyment of the hunt to find new treasures. “Everybody has so much, especially in an affluent area like this, and it’s a shame not to reuse something and throw it away,” Bagatais said. “I always get excited when cool things come in.” The store also helps out other local businesses, having recently sought out beer signs from customers at the request of the owner of Brew Cheese. “He came in and asked if we have beer signs and I said, ‘No, but I can get you some.’ So, I made a little sign and asked people if they had beer signs and they just came pouring in,” Bagatais said. “Now, in his shop, he has all of this decor of beer signs. That’s what makes it fun and that’s what makes it a community effort.” Bagatais said she loves the interactions she has with the patrons of Northport Village. “I feel connected with my community, I know people’s names, they know me and I know their kids,” she said. “It’s nice to be part of a small town community.”
Helga’s Choice Consignment 139 Main St., Northport 631-651-9111 Helgaschoice.com
Helga Bagatais, above, owner of Helga’s Choice Consignment, left, opened the shop in July 2014, selling pre-owned items that are one of a kind.
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Chamber Bash 2017: Seaside Soiree \On a beautiful, beachside evening last month, the Huntington Township Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual summer event with food, drinks, music and more. The bash, dubbed Seaside
Soiree, which this year had a new theme of white attire, was hosted at the Pavilion at Sunken Meadow in Kings Park, drew businessmen and businesswomen from across Long Island.
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Young Professionals Hosting Summer Barbecue TheYoung Professionals Committee of the Huntington Chamber of Commerce is excited to host its summer barbecue on Thursday, August 17, 6:30-8:30 p.m. The evening event will be held at Dr. Daniel Kissam House Museum (434 Park Ave., Huntington) and is sponsored by St. Joseph’s College. The Young Professionals Committee is dedicated to bringing people together to network, share their expe-
riences and build their business. The barbecue is open to all Chamber members, so join the committee for a casual night out and enjoy delicious food, games and music as you mix and mingle with local professionals. If you have any questions or would like to register you can reach the Huntington Chamber online at Hungtingtonchamber.com, or call the chamber at 631423-6100.
Upcoming Chamber Events Aug. 17 – Young Professionals Summer Barbecue at Dr. Daniel Kissam House (434 Park Ave., Huntington) Aug. 30 – Business After Hours at Fred Astaire Dance Studio of Huntington (132 W. Jericho Turnpike, Huntington Station)
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Last Week For The Arts Festival
Calendar
The Annual Huntington Summer Arts Festival continues each night through Sunday, Aug. 13. Performances begin at 8:30 p.m. on the Chapin Rainbow Stage in Heckscher Park (Prime Avenue and 25A in Huntington). Free and open to the public. For more info, and the full schedule, visit Huntingtonarts.org, or call 631-271-8423.
Start Dating Again
Dating after a heartbreak can be so intimidating. Author Fran Greene unlocks the key to healing one’s heart, facing fears and beginning a new romantic future with joy. Green will discuss and sign her book, “Dating Again with Courage and Confidence,” on Thursday, Aug. 10, 7 p.m. at the East Northport Barnes & Noble (4000 E Jericho Turnpike). Call 631-462-0208 for more info.
Do The Argentine Tango
Each Wednesday, 7-10:30 p.m. at Café Buenos Aires (23 Wall St., Huntington) is Argentine tango night. Dance, learn or just watch. Call 631-603-3600 for more info.
Poets In Port
Wine In The Courtyard
Northport Rotary will host a Wine in the Courtyard night, offering fine wines, beer, food music and more, at the Vanderbilt Museum (180 Little Neck Road, Centerport) on Thursday, Aug. 10, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Cost is $100 per ticket. Space is limited; register at Northportrotary.com. Proceeds will go toward local projects.
FRIDAY Neighbors & Newcomers
Last Week For The Arts Festival The Annual Huntington Summer Arts Festival continues each night through Sunday, Aug. 13. Performances begin at 8:30 p.m. on the Chapin Rainbow Stage in Heckscher Park (Prime Avenue and 25A in Huntington). Free and open to the public. For more info, and the full schedule, visit Huntingtonarts.org, or call 631-271-8423. characters with heart, Henry Wolff, the hero of the story, must prove he is normal – not an easy thing to do. Call 631462-0208 for more info.
631-351-3317.
TUESDAY
The Huntington Neighbors & Newcomers Club, a group of women who enjoy activities like book discussions, golf and card games, and who do charitable work, will host its next meeting on Friday, Aug. 11, 10 a.m. at the Harborfields Public Library (31 Broadway, Greenlawn). There will be a guest speaker, Kerry Steinmeyer, of Kerry’s Clutter & Chaos. Both members and newcomers are invited. Call Pat at 631-261-7814 for more info.
Join the Huntington Elks Lodge 1565 for some tail-wagging Fun at the Bark, Brew & BBQ event on Saturday, Aug. 12, 1-5p.m. at the lodge, 195 Main St., Huntington. The event will raise funds for the Elks Vets Pets Program, and also to provide a veteran with a companion service dog. Cost is $20. Call 631-271-1565 for more info.
Gould CD Release Party
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The Huntington Station BID, Source the Station and Station Sports are hosting a mini-golf outing on Tuesday, Aug. 15, 4-8 p.m. The outing, which will be held at Sation Sports (16 Depot Road, Huntington Station), costs $15 for individual golfers, or $50 for foursomes. There are also sponsorship opportunities available. Profits will go towards three local nonprofits. Call 631629-4660, or email Andrea@sourcethestation.com for more info.
Farmers Market
Hail To The King, Baby
Bossa Nova Beatnik frontman Tom Gould will celebrate the release his firstever solo CD on Friday, Aug. 11, 8-11 p.m. at Finley’s Of Green Street (43 Green St., Huntington). Call 631-3513440 for more info.
SATURDAY Ambulance Corps 5K
The Commack Volunteer Ambulance Corps and Northwell Health Southside Hospital present the 6th Annual “Run For Your Life” 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, Aug. 12. The run will begin at Sawmill Intermediate School (103 New Highway, Commack) at 9 a.m. sharp, rain or shine. Register online at Elitefeats.com/?CVAC5K, or the day of the race, 7:30-8:30 a.m. Cost is $20 for EMS/Fire/Police; $25 for all others; and $30 on race day.
Meet Robert Gately
Author Robert Gately, an award-winning screenwriter, novelist and playwright, will discuss and sign his new novel, “South of Main Street,” at the East Northport Barnes & Noble (4000 E Jericho Turnpike) on Saturday, Aug. 12, 12 noon. Drawing from his passion for writing
map, which marks the spot of “hidden gems” planted at each of the participating museums and organizations (The Whaling Museum & Education Center, The Heckscher Museum of Art, Northport Historical Society, Huntington Historical Society, Walt Whitman Birthplace, The Cold Spring Harbor Fire House Museum and the Society for the Preservation of Long Island Antiquities). Find all the answers to this scavenger hunt, get your map stamped at each venue and be entered for a chance to win a family membership or prize package from all seven organizations.
Bark, Brew & BBQ
The Huntington Farmers Market is open each Sunday, 7 a.m.-12 noon, through Nov. 19 in the Main Street parking lot east of New York Avenue. It’s regularly stocked with fruits, vegetables, olive oils, baked goods, seafood, wines and more. Call 631-323-3653, or visit for more info.
Opera Night
Opera Night Long Island, a large body of professional operatic singers, plus their piano accompanist, will perform Sunday, Aug. 13, 4 p.m. at Unitarian Universalist of Huntington (109 Browns Road, Huntington). Cost is $20. Visit Operanight.org for more info.
MONDAY Get Connected
The Summer Youth Connection program, which provides free educational and recreational activities to youths ages of 12-18, runs Monday-Thursday through Aug. 18 at Walt Whitman High School. There’s also a special needs component held on Friday nights. Registration is available online at Huntingtonny.formstack.com/forms/scy_registration, or by calling Michele Martins at
Mini-Golf Outing
Meet “Evil Dead” series actor and co-executive producer, and “Burn Notice” star Bruce Campbell at Book Revue (313 New York Ave., Huntington) on Tuesday, Aug. 15, 7 p.m. Campbell will be speaking about, and signing his new memoir, “Hail To The Chin: Further Confessions of a B-Movie Actor.” Call 631-271-1442 for more info.
WEDNESDAY Drop In & Draw
Young artists, ages 5-10, can create their own landscapes in the Heckscher Museum of Art galleries using different drawing materials on Wednesday, Aug. 16, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Arrive by 10:15 to sign-in. Activity fee per child: $3 pre-registration; $5 at door. Parents/caregivers are welcome, but not required to stay. Call 631-351-3250 for more info.
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Continue The Hunt
The annual Hunt Around Huntington scavenger is now on, and runs through Sept. 5. Hunters will have through Labor Day weekend to complete the treasure
Northport Arts Coalition presents a series of poetry readings on the fourth Friday of every month, 7:30 p.m. at Caffe Portofino (249 Main St., Northport). Each month there is a featured poet followed by an open reading. Bring your own poems and participate.
Movies On The Lawn Continues
See “Sing” (Rated PG) at Peter Nelson Park (Oakwood Road in Huntington) on Monday, Aug. 14 as part of Huntington Councilman Mark Cuthbertson’s annual Movies on the Lawn series. The movie will start around 8:30-9 p.m. Bring lawn chairs. Rain date is Aug. 21, 7:30 p.m. at Elwood Middle School (478 Elwood Road). Visit Huntingtonny.gov for more info.
Pop-Up Art Exhibit
S. Scherer & Sons is hosting an art exhibit of Virginia Mallon’s series titled “Wake of the Dutchman” at 104 Waterside Road, Northport each weekend beginning Aug. 26 through Labor Day. For more info, call 631-641-8545 or visit Virginiamallon.com.
LIBRARIES
Library-hosted events and programs are reserved for cardholders of their respective library unless otherwise noted.
Cold Spring Harbor Library 95 Harbor Road, Cold Spring Harbor. 631-692-6820. Cshlibrary.org. • Robotics Camp for students entering grades 6-8 begins Monday, Aug. 21 and continues each day 4:30-6:30 p.m. through Friday, Aug. 25. Join members of the CSH High School Robotics team for an introduction to robotics and the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics fields. Camp fee is $100 per student and will cover the cost of a Robot Car kit to take home as well as a small donation to the robotics club. For more info, or to register, contact Caitlin Sempowich at 631-692-6820 ext. 303, or csempowich@cshlibrary.org.
Commack Public Library
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Ambulance Corps 5K The Commack Volunteer Ambulance Corps and Northwell Health Southside Hospital present the 6th Annual “Run For Your Life” 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, Aug. 12. The run will begin at Sawmill Intermediate School (103 New Highway, Commack) at 9 a.m. sharp, rain or shine. Register online at Elitefeats.com/?CVAC5K, or the day of the race, 7:30-8:30 a.m. Cost is $20 for EMS/Fire/Police; $25 for all others; and $30 on race day.
Deer Park Library
44 Lake Ave., Deer Park. 631-586-3000. deerparklibrary.org. • Join Simply Creative Chef Rob Scott in making one dozen berry cream muffins on Friday, Aug. 25, 4-5 p.m. Seating is limited, register online. Bring one large bowl, one medium bowl, one large spoon and one medium muffin pan.
Elwood Public Library
3027 Jericho Turnpike, Elwood. 631499-3722. elwoodlibrary.org. • Children ages 18-35 months can dance, play and listen to stories from 10-10:45 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 16. Register online.
Half Hollow Hills Community Library
Dix Hills: 55 Vanderbilt Parkway. 631421-4530; Melville: 510 Sweet Hollow Road, 631-421-4535. hhhlibrary.org. • Kids ages 12-36 months with a parent or caregiver can enjoy story time, singing and more at the Melville branch on Friday, Aug. 18, 10:30-11 a.m. Register online. • Dix Hills branch: Decorate a wooden
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tray on Saturday, Aug. 19, 10-11 a.m. and then donate it to a family through Habitat for Humanity. Registration open online. For teens entering grades 6-12.
Harborfields Public Library
31 Broadway, Greenlawn. 631-7574200. harborfieldslibrary.org • Kids ages 12-35 months with a parent or caregiver can join Ms. Diane for music and movement on either Aug. 11 or Aug. 18, 10:30-11 a.m. Registration opens today.
Huntington Public Library
Main branch: 338 Main St., Huntington. 631-427-5165. Station branch: 1335 New York Ave., Huntington Station. 631421-5053. thehuntingtonlibrary.org.
• Huntington’s new walking club meets each Friday, 9:30-10:30 a.m. through August at Heckscher Park (front gate at Rt. 25A and Prime Ave). Bring walking shoes. Open to all, but register online. • A beginner English class will be held Tuesday, Aug. 29, 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the station branch. Class taught by a native English speaker. For adults. Register online.
Northport-East Northport Public Library
Northport: 151 Laurel Ave. 631-2616930. (East Northport: 185 Larkfield Road. 631-261-2313. nenpl.org) • A movie will be shown each Friday in August at the Northport branch. Movies are rated PG-13 and will begin at 2 p.m. No registration required. • Create your favorite pixelated characters
out of colorful fuse beads at the East Northport branch on Monday, Aug. 14, 3:30-4:30 p.m. For young adults entering grades 6-12. Register online.
South Huntington Public Library
145 Pidgeon Hill Road, Huntington Station. 631-549-4411. shpl.info. • Do you love yoga? Do you love Star Wars? Then come to the library, Aug. 15, 2-3 p.m. for a cosmic yoga adventure themed around the movies. Registration opens Aug. 1.
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(Continued from page 17) centre.org. 631-423-7611. • The 13th Annual All-Night “Pay-toGet-Out” Horror Movie Marathon is Saturday, Aug. 26, 10 p.m. The 12-hour marathon will show classic horror and exploitation madness, all from 35mm film. There will be giveaways, merchandise, craft beer, wine popcorn and more. Online presale tickets are $40 for both the public and members. Survive the night to get $10 back and free breakfast.
John W. Engeman Theater at Northport
350 Main St., Northport. engemantheater.com. 631-261-2900. • Showings of “Greece” run through Aug. 27. Tickets start at $73.
MUSEUMS/ EXHIBITS
Art League of Long Island
107 East Deer Park Road, Dix Hills. Gallery hours: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. weekdays; 11 a.m.-4 p.m. weekends. 631-4625400. ArtLeagueLI.net. • Register online for summer pre-college programs (ages 14-18) and summer art adventures for children.
B. J. Spoke Gallery
299 Main St., Huntington. Gallery hours: Tuesday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Friday 11 a.m.-9 p.m. 631-549-5106. Bjspokegallery.org • Works by winners of the national juried competition, “Paperworks 2017,” will be on display through Aug. 27. Artists creating works on, with, or about paper were selected by juror Akili Tommasino, curatorial assistant, Museum of Modern Art.
Cold Spring Harbor Firehouse Museum
84A Main St., Cold Spring Harbor. 631367-0400. cshfirehousemuseum.org. Open Sat. and Sun., noon to 5 p.m., April through Dec., or for tours, group visits by special appointment at any time. • Learn about the history of Cold Spring Harbor Volunteer Fire Department through exhibits housed in this circa 1896 firehouse building.
Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery
1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor. Open seven days a week, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday and Sundays until 6 p.m.: $6 adults; $4 children ages 3-12 and seniors over 65; members and children under 3 are free. 516-692-6768. Cshfishhatchery.org • Wacky Water Wednesday, with sprinklers, bubbles, lawn games and activities, are back and run each Wednesday, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., through August.
Cold Spring Harbor Whaling Museum
279 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor. 631367-3418. cshwhalingmuseum.org. Tuesday-Friday, 12-4 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday, 11-5 p.m. (closed Monday). Admission $6 adults, $5 children and seniors. • Exhibits: If I Were a Whaler explores a whaler’s life for family audiences. Thar She Blows: Whaling History on Long Island explores one of the region’s most important industries. • Stop in 2-4 p.m. on either Tuesday, Aug. 29 or Thursday, Aug. 31 to build
Hail To The King, Baby Meet “Evil Dead” series actor and co-executive producer, and “Burn Notice” star Bruce Campbell at Book Revue (313 New York Ave., Huntington) on Tuesday, Aug. 15, 7 p.m. Campbell will be speaking about, and signing his new memoir, “Hail To The Chin: Further Confessions of a B-Movie Actor.” Call 631-271-1442 for more info. a boat! Materials will be supplied (admission + $8 per hull). Hot glue guns will be used and require adult supervision. For ages 4-104.
Foto Foto Gallery
14 W. Carver St., Huntington 631-5490488. fotofotogallery.org. Hours: Wednesday Saturday 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Friday 11 a.m.-8 p.m., Sunday 12 noon -5 p.m.. • Winners of the “Phone-o-graphy Competition” are on display through Aug. 26.
Green River Gallery
117 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor. Thursday 12 a.m.-5 p.m.; Friday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 631-692-8188. • Ongoing exhibit of Eric Sloane oil paintings. Some new works from one of the premier Gold coast artists from the mid-20th century.
Huntington Arts Council
Main Street Petite Gallery: 213 Main St., Huntington. Gallery hours: Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday noon-4 p.m. 631-2718423. huntingtonarts.org. • The Huntington Summer Arts Festival runs six days a week, Tuesday-Sunday, rain or shine, through Aug. 13. Tuesday family shows begin at 7:30 p.m.; all other shows begin at 8:30 p.m. The free shows are held on the Chapin Rainbow Stage in Heckscher Park (Prime Avenue and Main Street, Huntington).
Huntington Historical Society
155 Main St., Suite 4 Carriage House Square Northport. 631-757-0500. havenartgallery.com • Hearts Blood, guest curated by Beautiful Bizarre Magazine, opens Sept. 16 with a reception, 6-8 p.m. and will be on display through Oct. 15
Main office/library: 209 Main St., Huntington. Museums: Conklin Barn, 2 High St.; Kissam House/Museum Shop, 434 Park Ave.; Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Building, 228 Main St. 631-427-7045, ext. 401. huntingtonhistoricalsociety.org • An historic walking tour and pub crawl is set for Friday, Aug. 24. The tour, which leave from the Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Building (228 Main St., Huntington) at 6:30 p.m., will be led by Town Historian Robert Hughes. Cost is $20 per person ($15 for members). Call 631427-7045 for more info, or to register.
Heckscher Museum of Art
Northport Arts Coalition
Haven Gallery
2 Prime Ave., Huntington. Museum hours: Wednesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., first Fridays from 4-8:30 p.m., Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission $6 for adults, $4-$6/seniors, and $4-$6/children; members and children under 10 get in free. 631-351-3250. • “Ebb & Flow: Seascape and Shoreline Views,” an exhibition featuring dozens of paints, prints and photographs of the sea, will be on display through Nov. 12.
Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center
Welwyn Preserve, 100 Crescent Beach Road, Glen Cove. Hours: Monday-Friday. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday noon-4 p.m. 516-571-8040, ext. 100. hmtcli.org • The permanent exhibit explains the 1930s increase of intolerance, the reduction of human rights and the lack of intervention that enabled the persecution and mass murder of millions of Jews and others.
Huntington Art Center
11 Wall St., Huntington. Hours: TuesdaySaturday, 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; most Mondays, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free admission. 631423-6010. • Specializing in custom picture framing, delivery and installation, custom mirrors, blown glass, fine art, photography and more.
A non-profit coalition in support of the arts. PO Box 508, Northport. northportarts.org • Happenings On Main Street: Singersongwriters perform at the patio in Northport Village Park each Friday through Labor Day (weather permitting). Bring lawn chairs or blankets. Concerts are free and start at 7 p.m. Visit the website for the full schedule.
Northport Historical Society Museum
215 Main St., Northport. Museum hours: Tuesday-Sunday, 1-4:30 p.m. 631-7579859. northporthistorical.org. • For an afternoon of historical fun, take a self-guided walking tour of Northport’s historic Main Street, Tuesdays-Sundays, 1-4:30 p.m. Available in the museum shop at $5 per person.
Ripe Art Gallery
1028 Park Ave., Huntington. TuesdayThursday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Friday, 2-8 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. ripeartgal.com. 631-239-1805. • A brand new, exclusive series of paintings by Theresa Christensen, a longtime artist, whose portraits, illustrations and 3dimensional figures are directly influenced by pop culture, opens Sept. 16, 7 p.m.
Vanderbilt Museum and Planetarium
180 Little Neck Road, Centerport. Museum hours: Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday, 12-4 p.m. Grounds admission: $7 adults, $6 students with ID and sen-
iors 62 and older, and $3 children 12 and under. Mansion tour, add $5 per person. 631-854-5555. vanderbiltmuseum.org. • Afternoon mansion tours begin in the courtyard of the historic house once owned by William K. Vanderbilt II. Tours are Tuesdays, Saturdays and Sundays for a $5 fee, in addition to the price of admission. Check the museum’s website for listing times. 246 Old Walt Whitman Road, Huntington Station. Summer hours: Monday-Friday, 11-4 p.m.; Saturday-Sunday, 11-5 p.m. Admission: $6 adults, $5 seniors, $4 students, and children under 5 are free. 631-427-5240. waltwhitman.org. • Schedule at a group high tea and transport yourself back in time in a private gathering house at the Birthplace. $25 per person. 631-427-5240, ext. 120. teaparty@waltwhitman.org. • The third installment of the 2017 Program Series, Salut au Monde, will feature Native American Storytelling with Joseph Bruchac on Sunday, Aug. 13, 2-4 p.m. Sandi Brewster-Walker will also be there to add to the discussion. She will also feature her book, “The Colored Girl From Long Island.”
Walt Whitman Birthplace
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StarLight Coffeehouse
Every third Friday from October to May at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 270 Main Street, Northport. 631-6633038. Shows at 7:30 p.m. (doors open at 7 p.m.). Tickets vary per artist and are available at Northportarts.org.
Five Towns College Performing Arts Center
305 North Service Road, Dix Hills, NY 11746. 631-656-2110. FTC.edu.
Folk Music Society of Huntington
First Saturdays concerts are held at Congregational Church of Huntington, 30 Washington Dr., Centerport. Other venues as noted. Tickets and info at fmsh.org. • The monthly Folk Jam/Song Circle/SingAlong is Sunday, Sept. 17, 1 p.m. at South Huntington Public Library (145 Pidgeon Hill Road, Huntington Station). Free and open to all. Bring your voice, acoustic instruments and a snack/non-alcoholic beverage to share.
The Paramount
370 New York Ave., Huntington. 631673-7300. Paramountny.com. All shows begin at 8 p.m. unless otherwise noted. • The Magpie Salute comes Sunday, Aug. 13. Tickets are $30-$60. • Mike DelGuidice & Big Shot – Celebrating the Music of Billy Joel is Friday, Aug. 18. Tickets are $20-$50.
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