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Happy New Year!

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Oh, what a year it was… Twenty-seventeen Instead, I plan on buttoning up and going on more walks, whether that’s finding time after work or is pretty much in the books and I can’t believe the during the weekends. It’s impor365 days we’ve had. Flipping through the Year-In tant for people of all ages to keep Review sections, which appear their bodies going so they can both in The Long-Islander and in IN THE KNOW feel great on a regular basis. this Huntington Weekly, I kept WITH AUNT ROSIE What’s your New Year’s resolucatching myself saying, “Wow! I tion? forgot that happened this year.” Some big projects got off the ground this year, while a few others will Horns, horns, horns… In recent years Huntlook to get done with the New Year. One that I’m ington village seems to be getting busier and busier, particularly keeping my eye on is what will be a new with more cars and trucks zooming down crowded business to Huntington village: a brewery. Now I’m streets. The holiday season is a particularly busy not the biggest beer drinker, but I knew there are one in the village as shoppers scramble to buy their quite a few in town who are looking forward to it. last minute presents. Last Friday, as I sat behind my Speaking of new things, how about the new faces desk counting the minutes until I could finally in office? For the first time in decades there will be begin my extended Christmas weekend, one sound a new supervisor in office. How exciting! There will filled my ears. Horns, horns and more horns. It also be some new faces on the Huntington Town seemed to me like every car that drove by my winBoard, and in other positions. I can’t wait to see dow let out a loud beep that made me jump out of what 2018 has in store for us! my chair. There must have been a lot of busy people What’s your resolution?... I think it’s safe to driving around without a moment to spare for any other drivers on the road. I know that everyone has say that many of us are happy to say goodbye to somewhere to go and someone important to see, 2017 and welcome 2018 with open arms. Although but could you give a poor old lady’s ears a break! 2018 won’t completely erase our memories from 2017, but it will offer us a fresh start and opportunities to create new memories. New Year’s resolu(Aunt Rosie wants to hear from you! If you have tions are the best way to set us down the right track. comments, ideas, or tips about what’s happening in Whether or not you keep your New Year’s resoluyour neck of the woods, write to me today and let tion is up to you, but for me part of my New Year’s me know the latest. To contact me, drop a line to resolution is keeping it! Starting Jan. 1, 2018 I inAunt Rosie, c/o The Long-Islander, 14 Wall Street, tend on being more active. I’m not talking about Huntington NY 11743. Or try the e-mail at going to the gym and pumping iron. For old gals info@longislandergroup.com) like me, that kind of actively would just do damage.

Fetch Shops, a boutique that offers products for dogs and dog lovers, got into the holiday spirit with festive decorations and a clever sign outside its 44 Gerard St. storefront in Huntington village.

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Photo Of The Week Happy Howl-idays!

QUOTE OF THE WEEK JENNA O’GARA

“I live my life in the ’80s now. That’s fun, and it’s really crazy that it’s work.” Party Like It’s The 80’s This New Year’s Eve, PAGE 3

A 36-year-old Huntington Station man was arrested for beating another man on West Park Drive in Huntington Station at around 10:08 a.m., Dec. 18, according to police. Suffolk police said the suspect physically assaulted the male victim, who was transported to Huntington Hospital following the attack, after an altercation. Police have charged the man with third-degree assault with intent to cause physical injury.

Tire Cutter At around 1 a.m., Dec.19 an unknown suspect damaged a car that was parked outside of a residence on Beaumont Drive in Melville, Suffolk police said. The suspect slashed all four tires of a 2017 Mazda parked at the residence during the night, according to police. Police have classified the incident as third-degree criminal mischief and no arrests have been made.

Pair of Packages Pilfered An unknown suspect stole a package from a residence on Perri Place in Dix Hills at around 2 p.m., Dec. 18, according to police. Suffolk police said the package had been delivered to the front porch of the residence before it was taken by the unknown suspect. Police have classified the incident as petit larceny and are still searching for a suspect. In a second incident a 19-year-old Kings Park man was arrested at approximately 12:45 a.m., Dec. 20 for stealing from a residence on Valley Drive in Huntington Bay, according to police. Suffolk police said the man took multiple packages out of the mailbox of the residence. Police have charged the man with fourth-degree grand larceny for stealing property valued over $1,000.

Reckless Driving A 25-year-old Huntington Station man was arrested for speeding towards a police car at approximately 11:33 a.m., Dec. 20 on the corner of Claudine Court and 6th Avenue West in East Northport, according to police. Suffolk police said the man drove his 2005 Volkswagen at an officer’s police car while the officer was attempting to make a traffic stop. Police have charged the man with second-degree reckless endangerment, third-degree fleeing an officer and reckless driving.

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MUSIC Party Like It’s The ‘80s This New Year’s Eve “It’s my dad’s coworkers, my mom’s coworkers, my extended family and my friends; everyone just loves to come.” O’Gara started performing with Jessie’s Girl about five years ago. One of her music teachers suggested to Armento that O’Gara would be a good fit for the band. Now, as a member performing over 100 shows a year, including every Saturday night at Le Poisson Rouge in New York City, O’Gara said she enjoys connecting with the fans during live shows. “I live my life in the ’80s now. That’s fun, and it’s really crazy that it’s work,” O’Gara said. “With social media today you can really start to feel connected with the fans.” Armento added, “It’s definitely a great way to make a living, and the popularity is what makes it fun.” He and the band members are excited to play next week’s show at The

SPOTLIGHT

By Connor Beach cbeach@longislandergroup.com

This New Year’s Eve, ’80s cover band Jessie’s Girl will send off 2017 and welcome in 2018 with a show at The Paramount in Huntington. The band has become almost a monthly regular at the village venue, allowing it to try out new music and take the stage before familiar faces, said keyboardist and musical director Paul “Sky” Armento. Lead singer Jenna O’Gara, 28, who has lived in both Cold Spring Harbor and Dix Hills, said she recognizes a lot of people in the audience when performing at The Paramount. “That’s why I love it,” O’Gara said.

Lead singer Jenna O’Gara, will perform ‘80s hits with Jessie’s Girl this New Year’s Eve. Paramount, especially since it falls on a fun-filled holiday. “It’s going to be a great New Year’s Eve,” Armento said. “This show is actually going to bridge the New Year. We are going to do half of the show before New Year’s, stop the show for the ball drop, and then finish the show afterwards.” Both Armento and O’Gara said Jessie’s Girl always creates a unique atmosphere that engages fans through

costumes, lighting and staging techniques. They want to transport the audience back to the ’80s. “It’s a super interactive show, and it’s nice because you can build a really good fan base,” O’Gara said. The New Year’s Eve show is a 21 and older event. Doors open at 9 p.m. for the 10 p.m. show. Tickets range from $25-$55 and can be purchased at the box office or online at Paramountny.com.

By Connor Beach cbeach@longislandergroup.com

For the third year in a row Teen Nick star and pop artist Meredith O’Connor visited Walt Whitman High School to speak to sixth graders from Silas Wood in the South Huntington School District. O’Connor, of Cold Spring Harbor, said the mission of her songs, including her first hit “Celebrity” that went viral in 2013, is to bring recognition to the issue of school bullying. “When I was bullied I felt like it was something to be ashamed of, like I did something to deserve it,” she said. O’Connor said her life took a 360 when she was signed at 16, and she went from being bullied to being recognized on the street. Her newfound fame presented O’Connor with a public platform to help victims of bullying. “I thought that if there were millions of people watching, maybe this could help someone,” O’Connor said.

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Singer Speaks Out Against Bullying

Pop star Meredith O’Connor, left, takes a selfie with Silas Woods’ principle Steve Toto and the school’s sixth graders during an anti-bullying presentation at Walt Whitman High School. “I went from not even telling my mom about being bullied to telling the world, and that was so scary.” Now, as a 21-year-old star, O’Connor said she hopes to be the kind of role model for students that she felt

she needed as a kid. Through a connection between her manager and the South Huntington School District’s special project director Lee Nober, O’Connor was presented with the opportunity to give

back to kids in the Huntington community. She had the chance to speak with students again this year because the singer is home for a holiday break in the pre-production of a movie based on her life. “Speaking at schools is my favorite part of my job because at the schools we can really have a heart to heart,” O’Connor said. She also praised the efforts of Silas Woods’ principle Steve Toto and the other leaders of the South Huntington School District. “When I went on my world tour I spoke at a lot of schools, and I’ve seen a lot of administrators, but these people really do care. They get that no kid should have to feel the way I did,” O’Connor said. The pop star told the students she met on at Walt Whitman High School last Thursday to remember that they are not alone and that it’s always possible to get help. She said, “If you are lucky enough to be different, don’t ever change.”

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Cosmo Carlson continues to climb the ladder of success in the film industry, with his script “Valedictorian” recently being placed on the 2017 Black List, a list of the best unproduced screenplays in Hollywood. The announcement came on Dec. 12 and Carlson, a Centerport native, said he was thrilled. “It’s a wonderful feeling,” Carlson, 23, said. “This is the first feature length that I’ve ever written so to be included on the list of best unproduced screenplays is quite an honor.” The Black List is a precious honor, where nearly 300 Hollywood executives vote on their favorite unproduced scripts. Carlson said previous scripts on the Black List have made it to the big screen, in-

Acclaimed Filmmaker Recreates Ho-Jo’s Acclaimed filmmaker Martin Scorsese brought back an old Huntington Station gem in September. For his upcoming film, “The Irishman,” Scorsese had the Rodeway Inn at 270 W Jericho Turnpike transformed back into the Howard Johnson’s it once was in the 1970s.

“The Irishman,” which stars Robert De Niro, Al Pacino and Joe Pesci, and which was also filmed at several other locations across Long Island earlier this year, is slated for a 2019 release via Netflix. It’s a biographical crime film based on the book “I Heard You Paint Houses” by Charles Brandt. -WROBLEWSKI

Centerport native Cosmo Carlson is moving up in the film industry, with his script “Valedictorian” being selected for the 2017 Black List.

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cluding Social Network, Little Miss Sunshine, Argo and the King’s Speech. “Valedictorian” received 12 votes and will be produced by Seth Gordon, who directed “Horrible Bosses” and indie producer Kevin Turen. Carlson wrote “Valedictorian” during his senior year at NYU Film School and said that it’s based on his high school experience on Long Island. A 2012 Harborfields High School graduate, Carlson said the script is about how a high school senior tries to ruthlessly take down his competition to become the class valedictorian. “It’s kind of the dark spin on the coming of age story,” he said. “There’s a lot of Long Island references in the script.” This year, Carlson also had the honor of screening his short film “The Derby” in August at the LA International Shorts Film Festival in Los Angeles.

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Native’s Script Selected For 2017 Black List

Passersbys of Rodeway Inn in Huntington Station on Sept. 25 may have been surprised to see it had been transformed back into the Howard Johnson’s it once was in the 1970s. It was done for Martin Scorsese’s upcoming film, “The Irishman,” part of which was filmed at the inn.

Marching Band Preps For Season Photo Courtesy of Brian Stellato

The Huntington Blue Devils Marching Band performed “Americana” at the state championships in Syracuse University’s Carrier Dome on Oct. 27 to earn second place.

By Connor Beach cbeach@longislandergroup.com

The Huntington Blue Devils Marching Band, coming off a successful 2017 competition season that culminated with a second place finish in the state championship, is gearing up for the 2018 season. The 120 member HBDMB competed in Large School Division 2 of the state championship, held at the Carrier Dome in Syracuse on Oct. 27, and finished in second place out of nine schools from across the state. The Blue Devils got a 88.75, just 1.25 points behind eventual winner, Cicero-North Syracuse. After the performance the band’s director Brian Stellato told Long Islander News, “The kids work

incredibly hard to have their best performance of the season up at the Carrier Dome in their final show, and they truly achieved that this year.” Stellato will have his work cut out for him this year as he and the band staff begin writing the music and arranging the 2018 performance because three of the band’s four student leaders are graduating this spring. Stellato will have to replace senior drum majors Jamie Rosenbauer and Mardnie Mentor, as well as senior field major, Adina Kirkland, however, junior drum major Katie Riley will be returning for the competition season next fall. HBDMD will be looking to top their state championship score from last year, their highest to date in Large School Division 2, and bring home a first place trophy.

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It’s been six months since Father Michael Bissex joined the parish of St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church in Huntington to serve as associate pastor. So far, he said, his time spent in the parish has been fantastic. “I’m still waiting for the bad part,” said Bissex, who has filled in for Father Stephen Donnelly. “It really has been an awesome six months, especially this time of year, which is probably the busiest for a priest but also the happiest so it’s been a great time.” Bissex, who’s a Huntington Station native, said it’s exciting to be part of St. Pat’s parish because it’s vibrant and alive. “Everyone has been extremely kind and I guess you can say that’s true anywhere but I know it’s true here,” he said. “That’s always a plus, especially as you’re starting out with something new.

But it’s been a very happy environment to be in.” What he enjoys the most as associate pastor is visiting the school and working with the children. Bissex will be staying with the parish for five years, as it’s standard procedure for priests to serve a few years with a parish before moving on to another. Bissex signed on in June, after replacing Donnelly, who moved to Maria Regina Roman Catholic Church in Seaford after finishing his term at St. Pat’s. Donnelly, who spent seven years at St. Pat’s, said he’s enjoying his time at Maria Regina, adding that they have welcomed him with open arms. “It’s a wonderful parish and I’m really blessed to be here and very happy,” he said. “Although I must be honest that I do miss St. Patrick’s and I miss the people of Huntington.” Donnelly said that since he’s left, he’s

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Former, New St. Pat’s Pastors Enjoy Assignments American Legion Restores Monument Father Michael Bissex said his at the parish of St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church has been fantastic. returned on several occasions, added that he was in Huntington every weekend of October for weddings. His goal at Maria Regina is to continue to do “God’s work and continue to minister to the good people.”

Engeman Theater Celebrates 10 Years Of Performances The 10th anniversary of the opening of John W. Engemann Theater at Northport was celebrated in July. Employees, friends, supporters and performers attended a party at The Paramount in Huntington village to celebrate the milestone, and were welcomed by theater partners Kevin O’Neill and Richard Dolce. Engemann Theater, which is hosting performances of “Annie” through Dec. 31, and will begin showings of “Once” on Jan. 18, is located at 250 Main St., Northport Village.

Inset, Kevin O’Neill, a co-partner of Engeman Theater, above, shares a laugh with Paramount partner and longtime friend Brian Doyle.

Lighthouse Music Fest To Return In 2018 By Janee Law jlaw@longislandergroup.com

While Huntington Lighthouse Music Festival was cancelled this year, organizers have promised that it’s not gone for good. Huntington Lighthouse Preservation Society officials said the annual festival will return next year for Labor Day weekend. This year, however, what would’ve been the 11th annual of the musical fes-

tival was canceled due to safety reasons brought about by the ongoing $1 million restoration project to the lighthouse’s foundation. The 105-year-old lighthouse has been under construction since fall 2016 and will cost more $900,000. The safety issue was the result of a change in the scope of construction work, after engineering company Frank Scobbo Contractors, Inc., of Port Washington, made some unexpected discoveries while excavating the fourth side of

the lighthouse. Then, in May, a portion of the landing platform collapsed, causing further delay. Although the music festival was canceled this year, the society brought back the 2017 Holiday Boat Parade of Lights, which was held in November. The music festival is set to return in 2018. Early this month, the HLPS announced on their Facebook page that the steel sheeting was completed around the entire lighthouse and they have begun construction on a new landing platform.

By Janee Law jlaw@longislandergroup.com

The refurbished Greenlawn Monument has been seen by many since it was official restored this past May. Residents witnessed the new Greenlawn Monument during several events held by the American Legion Greenlawn Post 1244, including Memorial Day and Veterans Day. The monument, which is located at Greenlawn Memorial Park on the corner of Pulaski Road and Broadway, was originally dedicated as a memorial to those Greenlawn residents who fought in World War I. In 1960, it was rededicated as a monument to “All Those Who Made the Supreme Sacrifice.” The official unveiling ceremony took place on Memorial Day, after the Memorial Day Parade at Greenlawn Memorial Park. The restoration was the result of a combined effort between the Town of Huntington, American Legion Greenlawn Post 1244, Greenlawn Fire District and the Greenlawn Fire District, which began September 2016. The cost, which was funded through fundraising efforts, was approximately $4,000. The restoration and upgrade was completed by Art Stone & Memorial in Kings Park. Now the monument currently stands with four additional small plaques, which have been added to the sides. The plaques commemorate those who served in World War II, Korea, Vietnam and the current Global War on Terror.

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piccolo number. “There was also a superb baritone vocalist that brought down the house,” she added. “He had the audience on their feet singing along to a medley of patriotic favorites.” This concert was the only performance on Long Island by the Marine Band and was among a total of 28 performances throughout the country. The Marine Band consists of 100 performers and 55 support staff. “As people were leaving, they had nothing but praise for this uplifting and musically outstanding performance,” Lilla said, adding that one couple hugged her and said the performance was a good thing for the Long Island community. “It was definitely a proud moment for all of us here at Half Hollow Hills.”

By Janee Law jlaw@longislandergroup.com

“The President’s Own” United States Marine Band took over the stage and entertained the crowdfilled auditorium at Half Hollow Hills High School East in October for its 2017 national concert tour. Darlene Lilla, director of Fine Arts Half Hollow Hills Central School District, said the performance was fantastic. “It was a huge success with over 1,600 people from all parts of Long Island attending,” Lilla said. “The performance had varied repertoire, from great classical pieces to modern symphonic band arrangements.” Lilla said that there were many special moments including the xylophone double mallet solo and the

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President’s Own Performance A ‘Huge Success’

“The President’s Own” United States Marine Band successfully entertained the crowd-filled auditorium at Half Hollow Hills High School East in October for its 2017 national concert tour.

Researcher Uncovers Lost Whitman Novel

By Janee Law jlaw@longislandergroup.com

Kim Soper’s quilt, “Lincoln,” has traveled to many shows around the world since it won first place in the improvisation category and won the people’s choice award for the entire show at the 2017 Quilt Con convention in February. Soper, of Huntington, said that the quilt has traveled to several countries including Australia, England and Japan as part of the Best of QuiltCon Traveling Exhibit. It will not return to her any time soon since it’s ex-

pected to be seen in Spain in March 2018. For her win in the improvisation category of the convention, Soper won $500 prize and $1,000 for the people’s choice award. In addition, “Lincoln” will also be featured in the book “Modern Quilts: Designs of the New Century,” which will be released Dec. 29. As she continues crafting quilts, Soper is also working on a project that consists of a 52-week series of interviews with 52 modern quilters on the significance of creativity. The project will launch on her website (Lelandavestudios.com) on Jan. 5, 2018.

A scan of the original printed version of the first of the six-part serialized novel, the “Life and Adventures of Jack Engle” published in the New York Sunday Dispatch in 1852.

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Lincoln Quilt Traveling Globe

Published in February for all in the Walt Whitman Quarterly Review in full text (Ir.uiowa.edu/wwqr), the story, Turpin said, is a “weird and wild adventure” that’s framed as a mystery and romance tale set in New York City. It involves a love triangle with a Spanish dancer and a Quakeress; a spiral of deceit; and, of course, murder. Turpin, who at the time of publishing was a fifth-year PhD candidate at the University of Houston, also told Long Islander News that he was next setting his sights on “The Sleeptalker,” a Whitman novel that was discussed in his letters, but hasn’t been found yet.

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Zachary Turpin, a PhD student at the University of Houston, has struck literary gold for a second time, uncovering the connections that linked Whitman to the novel, “Life and Adventures of Jack Engle,” published anonymously in a newspaper.

Zachary Turpin’s historic, Walt Whitman-related discovery was published this year. Turpin, a digital researcher who often sifts through archives, manuscripts and notebooks, discovered in 2015 “Manly Health and Training,” a 1858 manifesto on robust health practices. As it turns out, the piece was written by none other than beloved American poet and founder of The LongIslander Walt Whitman under the guise of “Mose Velsor.” Continuing his dives into archival depths in 2016, Turpin encountered a set of Whitman’s handwritten plot notes that captured his eye. He searched for the name “Jack Engle” in various databases and tracked it down to a literary notice from 1852 from the New York Daily Times announcing that the “Life and Adventures of Jack Engle” would appear in the following day’s New York Sunday Dispatch. After some back and forth with Library of Congress officials, Turpin was able to determine the entire work was published across six issues of the Dispatch.

Kim Soper’s quilt “Lincoln” continues to travel the world for shows, after it won first place in the improvisation category and won the people’s choice award for the entire show at the 2017 Quilt Con convention in February.

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A Look Back At Cool People Of Huntington contestant,” Klein told Long Islander News, adding that last year his wife, Nomi Dayan, pushed him to apply. After three he got an audition. Following the audition process, and eventual filming, Klein and his family sat down to watch the episode in June. While he led for a majority of the game, returning champion Joe Nguyen eventually hit a “Daily Double” question that ultimately left Klein in third place. Still, the Huntington resident said, it was such a great experience. “I’d love to go back and play again.”

Northport resident and biker Cheryl Davies is pictured during her 3,700-mile from New York City to Seattle. Cheryl Davies Northport resident Cheryl Davies embarked on a 3,700-mile trek earlier this year from New York City to Seattle. So what? She made the trip on her bicycle. Davies and 48 other bikers hailing from across the globe – they’re known as the Green Riders, a group of bikers that would travel across the country doing good deeds as they went and leaving as little waste behind as possible. “Each place that we pass through will be left a slightly better place than we found it,” says the group’s Facebook page (@GreenRidersUSA). Christopher Bias Second Precinct Police Explorer Sgt. Christopher Bias earned an elite national standing among police Explorers earlier this year. In April, Bias, a Walt Whitman high schooler, was awarded the national Law Enforcement Second Precinct Police Career Achievement Explorer Sgt. Christopher Award by the Explorers Bias, right, with Second in recognition of his tirePrecinct Inspector less and comprehensive Christopher Hatton. training effort. To qualify for the award, which is administered by the Learning for Life Corporation, Bias had to have accumulated prerequisites in physical education, academic training and community service. At the time he was honored, in three years with the Explorers, Bias had accumulated 300 hours of volunteer service and training. And he’s also had time to serve as a junior firefighter with the Huntington Manor Fire Department and a cadet and seaman with the U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps in the Cpl. Kyle Carpenter division in Farmingdale. Coby Klein Huntington native Coby Klein, a longtime “Jeopardy” fan, had the chance to experience the show from a perspective earlier this year. He was a contestant on it. “I’m always watching [‘Jeopardy’] at home, and at the end of Huntington resithe show they give you the infor- dent Coby Klein on mation as to how to apply to be a the “Jeopardy” set.

Jasmine Taylor Huntington Station resident Jasmine Taylor was selected as a New York State finalist for the 2017 Miss Teen Competition, and is now moving on to the national competition, which will be held next year. In what was her first time competing in a pageant, Taylor traveled to Union City, New Jersey, at the Park Performing Arts Center in November. She competed in the Miss Teen Division of the pageant, interviewing and competing in modeling routines that consisted of casual and formal wear. The upcoming national competition will be held in Orlando, Florida. Taylor also sings, dances and participates in school clubs like Young Leaders Club; Stage Crew, where she is a vice president; and winter track. She also participates in the Suffolk County Second Precinct Police Explorers, which she said is her favorite extracurricular activity

Compiled by Andrew Wroblewski Ms. World Elite title marked an end to her pageantry days. Throughout her experience in pageantry, Szczepanowski said, she’s learned that being authentic and genuine is one of the most beautiful and attractive features that any person can carry. “Everyone has their own beautiful way about them and if more people were true to Lidia Szczepanowski, of themselves I think we’d Dix Hills, is crowned Ms. World Elite. all be better from it.” Luke Maguire Earlier this year, Greenlawn resident Petty Officer 3rd Class Luke Maguire served as one of 3,200 men and women aboard the U.S. Navy’s biggest aircraft carrier, USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN-69). Maguire worked as a hull maintenance technician aboard the Norfolk-based ship, a Nimitz-class nuclear-powered aircraft carrier. The aircraft carrier, also known as “Ike,” is just one of ten operational aircraft carriers in the Navy today. “The Navy gives me an opportunity that not everyone gets… I’m honored to serve,” the Harborfields High School grad told Long Islander News in May.

Jerry Artis For his 30 years of service to the Huntington community, Rev. Jerry Artis, pastor and founder of Love Christ Fellowship Church in Huntington, was honored this year. Artis, who has served as pastor at Gloria Dei Evangelical Lutheran Church in Huntington Station for 22 years, has done drug, marriage and grief counseling, and is part of several organizations, including Huntington Ecumenical Ministerial Alliance and the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People.

Sky Katz Teenage rap star Skylar “Sky” Katz, of Melville, had a big year. Back in March, Long Islander News spoke with the former “America’s Got Talent” contestant, who at the time was coming off an appearance on Harry Connick Jr.’s “Harry TV,” for which she performed her song “Fresh.” She also performed during halftime of a New York Knicks game at Madison Square Garden in January. Since then, though, Skylar, 13, has joined the cast of Disney Channel’s new series, “Raven’s Home,” which was recently renewed for a second season. She plays the part of Tess on the show, which is a spinoff of “That’s So Raven.” Skylar also showed off her rap skills on MTV’s “TRL;” there’s a video of the interview posted to her Facebook page (@SkyKatzRaps). She’s also been putting out new music, including a three-part remix of “Roman’s Revenge” by Nicki Minaj, who is one of her rap idols. To keep up with Skylar’s ventures, visit Skykatzraps.com.

Lidia Szczepanowski Lidia Szczepanowski, of Dix Hills, was crowned Ms. World Elite 2017 in May. The elite designation is awarded to the highest scoring contestant who is over 40 years old. Szczepanowski called the award “empowering.” “Age is only a number,” she told Long Islander News. The Melville-based litigation attorney, a veteran of pageantry, has promoted a message of women empowerment throughout her career, but said earning the

Melville teen Skylar “Sky” Katz performs at Madison Square Garden in January during a Knicks halftime.

Jasmine Taylor, of Huntington Station, represented New York State in the 2017 Miss Teen pageant earlier this year, and is now readying for nationals.

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2017 Foodie Favorites Of 2017 By The Foodies info@longislandergroup.com

With 2017 in the rear-view mirror, the Foodies are reflecting on some of the truly delicious and delectable dishes we tried this year at restaurants across the Town of Huntington. It was tough to narrow down our favorites, and there are plenty more that we just simply couldn’t fit on these pages, but below is a roundup of a few of our favorites. The “French Toast” ($10) at Brew Cheese (40 Woodbine Ave., Northport) isn’t typical. While a thick portion of warm cinnamon swirl toast is topped with powdered sugar and a light drizzle of maple syrup, there’s one more ingredient that sets the dish apart: cheese. A heap of melted French raclette cheese is scraped right off the wheel on top of the dish, creating a sweet and savory taste that we loved.

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YEAR IN REVIEW

The Fried Mac and Pepper Jack at The Lark Pub & Grub.

The Cajun Dusted Yellowfin Tuna at Black & Blue. At Black & Blue (65 Wall St., Huntington) the Cajun Dusted Yellowfin Tuna ($28) is a delicious pairing of stir fried rice, seaweed salad, pickled ginger and wasabi aioli. We loved how the tuna was seared, but stayed rare inside — it helped balance the best of both worlds. The savory rice provided an ideal backdrop for the light and springy seaweed salad, all topped with refreshing ginger.

Afternoon in Portugal at Fado. At IMC (279 Main St., Huntington) be sure to check out their specialty Donuts ($10), a masterful take on an everyday classic. They’re filled with a warm dulce de leche, topped with cinnamon sugar and served with a side of crème anglaise for dipping.

The Mac Attack burger at Burgerology.

The French Toast Sandwich at Brew Cheese.

One of Huntington village’s newest burger joints, fittingly dubbed Burgerology (308 Main St.) serves up glorious, cheesy combinations. The Mac Attack burger ($15.95), one of the restaurant’s most popular offerings, brings together an 8-ounce burger, bacon and succulent mac and cheese. It’s all sandwiched between a warm pretzel bun. Fado (10 New St., Huntington) serves up traditional Portuguese flavors, such as its Afternoon in Portugal ($18), a combination of white anchovies and grilled pork belly that sits atop aged Portuguese cheese and marinated spicy olives with garlic toast points. The savory pork belly is a great compliment to the saltiness of the anchovies in this take on surf and turf.

The IMC Donuts. The Lark Pub and Grub (93 Larkfield Road, East Northport) has been a neighborhood hangout since it opened in 2009, serving up classic pub fare like Fried Mac and Pepper Jack ($8). A large helping of mac and pepper jack cheese is deep fried to create a golden brown crust that gives way to a cheesy mac that takes on the pepper jack flavor. The dish is finished with the pub’s traditional Cajun ranch dressing that adds just the right amount of spice. Recently reopened Matteo’s of Huntington (300 W Jericho Turnpike, Huntington Station) is serving up classic Italian dishes and some new fa-

The Robiola Pizza at Matteo’s of Huntington. vorites, including the Pizza Robiola ($18.50) that features robiola cheese, mozzarella, basil and truffle oil. The crust has just the right level of crunch on the outside, while still maintaining a soft fluffy texture on the inside. The creamy cheese and truffle oil add an almost buttery taste that serves to elevate and refine this pizza. Across from The Paramount in Huntington village, Porto Fino (395 New York Ave.) distinguishes itself from the other pizza joints with dishes like Mussels Mandolino ($15.95). The aromatics of the basil and fresh seafood get the senses working before you even taste the mussels, baby shrimp and cherry peppers, served in a light cream sauce. The sauce has a kick that provides great flavor, but does not overpower the dish. Every bite is a new combination of textures and flavors that adds depth and complexity. (Continued on page 9)

Mussels Mandolino at Porto Fino.

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The Foodies

The Shrimp Patagones & Guacamole at The Purple Elephant. (Continued from page 8)

The Purple Elephant (81b W Fort Salonga Road, Northport) serves up a gluten-free Shrimp Patagones & Guacamole ($16) appetizer that’s truly unique. It plates crispy fried green plantains, house-made guacamole, cherry peppers and chili vinaigrette. The patagones make an excellent foundation for the smokey shrimp, while the cherry peppers pack a formidable spice that remains pleasant, balanced by a cooling, all-natural guacamole.

The Classic Linguine and Clams at Seven Quarts Tavern. At Seven Quarts Tavern (688 Fort Salonga Road, Northport) the Classic Linguine and Clam ($22) brings together manila clams and guanciale, garlic, white wine, parsley and rustic bread. It’s all served over linguine. The guanciale, or pork cheek, completes the classic combination of pork and clams. And even when the pasta and clams are gone, a slice of toasted bread is the perfect vehicle to soak up the last drops of the garlic and white wine sauce. While The Shed (54 New St., Huntington), one of the newest restaurants in Huntington village, offers an allday breakfast menu, our Foodies raved about the Shed Burger ($13). It’s topped with American, Swiss, lettuce, tomato, onion jam and shed sauce, cooked to perfection and topped with a double helping of melted cheese. The soft bun and shed sauce deliver a little bit of sweetness to the juicy burger meat.

The Shed Burger.

The Fire and Rice Jambalaya at Storyville. Straight out of New Orleans, but served up in Huntington is the Fire and Rice Jambalaya ($21.95 with chicken, $23.95 with shrimp or with crawfish, $25.95 with duck) at Storyville American Table (43 Green St.). The dish packs the Cajun “holy trinity” of onion, green peppers and celery, and is seasoned with “heat and love.” It’s all mixed up with tomato, ham, smoked andouille sausage and rice. Infused with a tempered spiciness, it’s a storm of spiced veggies and meats that tickles the palate with joy. Last but not least, the Dream of Tuna ($16) at Ting (92 E Main St., Huntington) features toro tartare mixed with scallions and crunch wrapped in tuna topped with crispy shallots topped with wasabi truffle soy sauce. The dish tastes freshly caught and bursts with freshness from the additional topping of microgreens with a tasty under layer of the truffle soy sauce.

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The Dream of Tuna at Ting.

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2017 YEAR IN REVIEW

Fermenters Move In At Planned Brewery By Andrew Wroblewski awroblewski@longislandergroup.com

What started off as a bit of a secret earlier this year has slowly but surely turned into one of Huntington’s most anticipated new businesses. Six Harbors Brewing Company has hit several milestones this year, including installation of four fermenters at its soonto-be-opened 243 New York Ave. location in Huntington village. There’s still work to be done at the brewery, which would be the first ever in the village, but Mark Heuwetter, owner and founder with his wife Karen, said last week that he’s hoping to start selling cans of his sudsy brews next month. While he plans to start selling cans and growlers for off-site consumption next month, Heuwetter, of Huntington, does still require town approval to offer on-site tastings. He said that, as of last Thursday, he and his representatives were awaiting a date for a hearing before the Huntington Zoning Board of Appeals. In July, the board granted Heuwetter permission to open and offer off-site consumption, but it asked Heuwetter to return at a later date for approval of the tasting room. Parking was a factor in the ruling; Huntington-based attorney Michael McCarthy, who is representing Heuwetter, said in September that additional parking impact studies were conducted. The studies were “more than favorable,” McCarthy told Long Islander News. In the meantime, Heuwetter continues to work at the 2,533-square-foot space, which was formerly occupied by Evergreen Cleaners. Heuwetter said, “We’re looking forward to serving up great, local beer.”

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Mark Heuwetter, Jim Murray and Chris Bluemer are pictured at the soon-to-beopened Six Harbors Brewing Company in Huntington, where they installed four brand new fermenters last week.

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Ch am be r St af f Ellen O’Brien, Exec. Di rector Courtney Bynoe, Assoc. Exec. Director

Execut iv e Committ ee

Holiday Wishes To All! As we head in to the final days of 2017, the Huntington Chamber would like to wish each of you, your colleagues and your families the best that the holiday season has to offer. We extend our warmest wishes for a new year filled with unity and prosperity for all. This is the perfect time of year to reflect on the challenges we have faced, the success we have acquired and the goals we hope to achieve. The holidays are about enjoying time with family and friends. It is an opportunity to reflect on what we are thankful for and celebrate the good things. In that spirit, the Huntington Chamber would like to give thanks to our members. It is because of our membership, and their dedication to the community, that we are able to provide ongoing opportunities to network, gain exposure with other business leaders and leverage marketing opportunities to promote business. Our members join hundreds of businesses, professionals, national organizations and not-for-profit agencies that influence and address economic development, job creation and quality of life on Long Island. The Chamber is thankful for the enthusiasm, partic-

Attention Chamber Members This, and the spaces below, are now open for advertisements by Huntington Chamber members. Call 631-427-7000 to speak with a representative today.

ipation and support from our members, sponsors and volunteers who make our community a great place to live, work and raise a family. Letting us know how we are doing

Upcoming Chamber Events Jan. 16, 6:30 p.m. – Young Professionals Business Blender at the Tilles Center (720 Northern Blvd., Greenvale) Jan. 25, 6-8 p.m. – Business After Hours at Rising Tide Acupuncture (76 E Main St. #2, Huntington)

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Brian Yudewitz, chair Robert Scheiner, vice cha ir (chair, 2014-2017) Robert Bontempi, vice cha ir (chair, 2009-2014) Vita Scaturro, vice chair Jennifer Cassidy, treasurer Bushra Dano, secretary www.huntingtonchamber .com

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is an important part of delivering a great chamber experience. Your insight and involvement with the Chamber is an integral part of our organization and it is our pleasure to work with you. Work with us as we improve the business climate and quality of life in our community. Always feel free to e-mail or call any member of our Chamber Staff. Thank you for your continued support – cheers! Winter wishes of peace, good health and prosperity for our community, region and nation.

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Sincerely, The Huntington Township Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and Staff

Call 631-427-7000 to speak with a representative today.

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Spotlight On

Huntington Businesses By Janee Law jlaw@longislandergroup.com

Employees at 110 Party Supply are gearing up for the busiest balloon day of the year: New Year’s Eve. At the 5-year-old store, thousands of balloons are being prepared for customers and restaurateurs gearing up for Sunday’s celebration. “So many people come in, and we try to have dozens ready on the ceiling for grab and go,” Nadine Pugliese, 41, of Melville, said. “We also partner up with a lot of restaurants in the area for their décor. It’s a huge day for us.” In addition to Amityville-based Vittorio’s Italian Steakhouse, whose owners requested 1,100 balloons for the day, Pugliese said the store prepares a few days early to have thousands of balloons ready for all customers. While balloons are a particularly hot item, Pugliese said there’s also plenty more available at 110 Party Supply. There’s New Year’s Evethemed plates, napkins, 2018 glasses, light-up glasses, party blowers, party poppers, different types of hats and champagne glasses.

Found at 925 Walt Whitman Road in Melville, the store also sells a variety of other party items including costumes, candles, life-size cutouts, greeting cards, face paint, catering goods and gifts. The store caters to special occasions year round, such as birthdays, baby showers, sweet 16s, bar and bat mitzvahs, bachelorette and bachelor parties and graduations. And there’s a selection of 16 different color themes to match just about any event. Convenient services, including balloon deliveries, and rentals for linens, wishing wells, helium tanks, wicker chairs, Oscar statues and large Stanley Cups, are also available. Spanning more than 1,800 square feet, the store was opened in December 2012 by Pugliese, who had help from her husband, Paul. “I was a stay-at-home mom and one day we decided to open a business and I had said that if I was going to go back to work I was going to be my own boss,” Pugliese said. “We threw a few ideas around and tried to come up with something that wasn’t here in the immediate area and we came up with this.” She has a background in customer service and loves to find creative ways to work with customers. Her brand of customer service is what helps 110 Party Supply stand out from big box stores, along with offering quality brand and reasonable prices, she said. “I think anybody would appreciate the fact that when they come into our store, we’re going to help them find what they need, and we’re going to work with you,” she said. Pugliese said her goal is to continue to grow and expand its gift items, along with advancing the business’ social media presence. She’s also gearing for the upcoming communion season, which is the biggest season for balloon purchases. “We offer so many different designs that customers can choose from,” she said. “The big thing is glitter and confetti balloons and we hand make those.”

110 Party Supply Opening its doors in December 2012, 110 Party Supply offers variety of party items including seasonal costumes, tableware, greeting cards, wine glasses, face paint, wigs, catering goods and gift items.

925 Walt Whitman Road, Melville 631-425-4838 110partysupply.com

Long Islander News photo/Janee Law

s s e n i s u b A One-Stop Shop For Party Décor

Nadine Pugliese, owner of 110 Party Supply, is expecting a busy New Year’s Eve, with thousands of balloons already prepared for customers and restaurants.

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THURSDAY

C O M M U N I T Y

Room Escape Challenge

Calendar

It isn’t easy being green for the holidays. It’s even harder when there’s only one hour to change ways, solve puzzles and get home for the holidays. Manor Farm (210 Manor Road, Huntington) is hosting the room escape challenge through Saturday, Dec. 30. For eight-10 people ($15 per person). Call 631-885-3491 for reservations.

FRI DAY Pop-Up Meat, Cheese Shop

There will be pop-up meat and cheese shop at Nest on Main (135 Main St., Northport) on Friday, Dec. 29, 12 noon6 p.m. Call 631-651-9173 for more info.

Harborfields Public Library

Band Rehersal

The Story Of Ferdinand

All the other bulls love to run and jump and butt their heads together, but not Ferdinand. He would rather sit and smell the flowers. Then one day he is picked for the bullfights in Madrid. Find out how Ferdinand fares in this classic story, which is in theaters now, during story time at the East Northport Barnes & Noble (4000 Jericho Turnpike). Activities will follow. Call 631462-0208 for more info.

SUNDAY Ring In New Year

110 Japan (179 Walt Whitman Road, Melville) is hosting a New Year’s Eve party beginning at 9 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 31, and running through 2 a.m., New Year’s Day. Tickets start at $70 and escalate with select offerings, including four-hour open bar and four-course meal. There will also be live entertainment with DJ Eroc, DJ Digga & Jackboys. Visit Bit.ly/2kAKYSv for tickets. Call 631-673-5888 for more info.

MONDAY Yoga Workshop

Stretch your body and mind, experience a Kundalini Kriya, meditation and relaxing Gong Sound Journey at Kundalini Yoga of Long Island (389 Fort Salonga Road, Suite 3, Northport) on New Year’s Day, 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Cost is $45 in advance, $50 the day of. Call 631-7665158 for more info.

New Year’s Brunch

Cold Spring Country Club (22 E Gate Drive, Huntington) will be serving up

3027 Jericho Turnpike, Elwood. 631499-3722. elwoodlibrary.org. • Celebrate the New Year a little early on Friday, Dec. 29, 11:15 a.m.-12 noon, with fun activities and a countdown. For kids in grades K-5. Register online. Dix Hills: 55 Vanderbilt Parkway. 631-4214530; Melville: 510 Sweet Hollow Road, 631-421-4535. hhhlibrary.org. • A performance of “Prisoner of Second Avenue,” a dark comedy by Neil Simon, is Sunday, Jan. 7, 2-4 p.m. Doors open 15 minutes before performance. Tickets available starting Dec. 30. • “Dunkirk” (2017; Rated PG-13; 106 minutes) will be shown at the Melville branch on Friday, Dec. 29, 2-4 p.m. No registration required.

Make and decorate a large chocolate snowflake at Chocolate Works (6401 Jericho Turnpike, Commack) on Thursday, Dec. 28, 3-4:30 p.m. Then dip the snowball (marshmallow) into the chocolate fountain. And finish it off with a cup of hot cocoa. Cost is $25 per guest. Call 631-486-8888 for more info.

SATURDAY

Elwood Public Library

Half Hollow Hills Community Library

Let It Snow Party

Each Friday night at KidzHitz (304 Main St., Huntington) the students perform for an hour, rehearsing for upcoming shows. Walk-ins are welcome. For ages 12-17. Call 631-47-9788 for more info.

Party with crafts, games, snacks and more for kids in grades K-5 on Friday, Dec. 29, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Register online.

Accordion Night La Villini Restaurant (288 Larkfield Road, East Northport) is sponsoring the next meeting of the Long Island Accordion Alliance on Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2018, 6 p.m. The featured guest artists will be Manny Corallo and Frank Toscano. To make a reservation call 631-261-6344. brunch on New Year’s Day beginning at 12 noon and continuing through 2:30 p.m. Cost is $46.95 for adults, $24.95 for kids. RSVP to Jessica at jrosario@coldspringcc.org.

TUESDAY Yoga For Hikers

On Tuesday, Jan. 2, 7:30-10: 30 p.m. at St. Luke Lutheran Church (20 Candlewood Path, Dix Hills), DK Hiker and Registered Yoga Teacher Cyndy Sotomayor will teach a quick and easy yoga routine for maintaining strength, increasing stamina for hikes and easing post-hike recoveries. Call 631-499-8656 for more info.

WE DNESDAY Young Democrats Social

Join the Huntington Young Democrats for a casual evening of networking at Mary Carroll’s Irish Pub (1 Clinton Ave., Huntington) on Wednesday, Jan. 3, 7:30-10 p.m. Beer, wine and soft drinks will be buy one, get one. Suggested donation is $10. Visit Bit.ly/2BTqm1L for more info.

Accordion Night

La Villini Restaurant (288 Larkfield Road, East Northport) is sponsoring the next meeting of the Long Island Accordion Alliance on Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2018, 6 p.m. The featured guest artists will be Manny Corallo and Frank Toscano. To make a reservation call 631-261-6344.

Cast Call

Northport Chorale is hosting auditions for all voices in the Northport High

School choir room (154 Laurel Hill Road, Northport) at 7 p.m. on Jan. 3, Jan. 10 and Jan. 17. Visit Northportchorale.org for more info.

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Health Cary Proxy Wednesdays

Through December and January, elder law firm GDGC (225 Broadhollow Road, Melville) is hosting Health Care Proxy Wednesdays to advise young adults to sign a health care proxy naming an agent, such as a parent, so that a parent is immediately contacted if the child is seriously ill or injured. For more information or to RSVP, contact Sarah Carpenter at 631-390-5000 or sarah.carpenter@genserlaw.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. • Enjoy the small slices of life captured in gorgeous color by Catherine Olsen, whose impressionistic oil and watercolor paintings emphasize color, light, and atmosphere, and will be on display Dec. 30 through Jan. 28, 2018.

Commack Public Library

Please note that the 18 Hauppauge Road, Commack location is currently under construction. The temporary location address is 6243 Jericho Turnpike, Commack. Event locations may be affected. Call 631-499-0888. commack.suffolk.lib.ny.us. • There will also be a Noon Year’s Eve

31 Broadway, Greenlawn. 631-7574200. harborfieldslibrary.org • Listen to a seasonal story and learn to cut a beautiful snowflake that will be turned into an adorable snowman on Thursday, Dec. 28, 2-2:45 p.m. For kids in primary grades. Register online.

Huntington Public Library

Main branch: 338 Main St., Huntington. 631-427-5165. Station branch: 1335 New York Ave., Huntington Station. 631421-5053. thehuntingtonlibrary.org. • Children ages 6 months-36 months can enjoy their first storytime at the Station branch on Wednesday, Jan. 10, 10-10:45 a.m. There will also be singing and instruments to play. Register online starting Jan. 8, 2018. • Stop in and get artsy with the Sharpie Club on Thursday, Dec. 28, 11 a.m.12 noon at the Main branch. For sixththrough-12th graders. Register online.

East Northport Public Library

Northport: 151 Laurel Ave. 631-261-6930. (East Northport: 185 Larkfield Road. 631261-2313. nenpl.org) • Kids ages 4 and up with an adult can celebrate New Year’s Eve on Friday, Dec. 29, 11 a.m.-12 noon at the Northport branch with a countdown to noon. There will be games, crafts, music, snacks and more. There are also volunteer opportunities available for teens. • Start the New Year off by learning how to download media, such as e-books and music, to electronic devices. For adults. Thursday, Jan. 4, 2-5 p.m. No registration required.

South Huntington Public Library

145 Pidgeon Hill Road, Huntington Station. 631-549-4411. shpl.info. • A solo exhibit of collage artist Steven Palumbo’s selected works is on display in the library’s Alfred Van Loen Gallery through Jan. 3, 2018. The gallery is open during standard library hours.

T H EA T E R/ FIL M

Cinema Arts Centre

423 Park Ave., Huntington. Cinemaarts(Continued on page 15)

LONG ISLANDER NEWS • HUNTINGTON WEEKLY centre.org. 631-423-7611. • Movie Trivia Night is Monday, Jan. 15, 2018, 8 p.m. Cost is $5 per person. Come solo, or with a team. (Continued from page 14)

John W. Engeman Theater at Northport

350 Main St., Northport. Engemantheater.com. 631-261-2900. • Showings of “Annie” continue through Dec. 31.

MUSE UMS/ EX HI BI TS

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. 631-462-5400. ArtLeagueLI.net. • Part II of the Members’ Exhibition 2017 is on display through Jan. 6, 2018.

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 • The “Harvest of Artists 2017” non-juried exhibition for local artists will be on view through Jan. 14, 2018. Artists can exhibit work for $50.

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 • A ½-mile New Year’s Day Hike will kick off at 11 a.m. on Jan. 1, 2018. Dress weather appropriate. Limited space available (register online).

Cold Spring Harbor Whaling Museum

279 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor. 631-3673418. 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. • Craft stations with a wintery twist will be at the Whaling Museum on Friday, Dec. 29, 12 noon-3 p.m.

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. • The Invitational Exhibition with guest artists Chris Alexander, Patricia Colombraro, Stephen Flanagan, Ward Hooper, Diana Kovacs, Carolyn Monastra, Alan Richards and Jane Ross is on display through Jan. 6, 2018.

Gallery Sixty Seven

Local artists’ studio and gallery features paintings, prints and sculptures. 67 Main St., Northport village, 631-662-6411. Hours: Thursday/Friday/Sunday: 1-6 p.m.; Saturday: 12 noon-6 p.m.; Gallerysixtyseven.com • “Special Something Holiday Showcase” featuring the works of artists Celeste Mauro and Demerise Perricone along with Shain Bard, Bart DeCeglie, Deborah Katz, Anna Tsontakis and Jean Wagner. Watercolors by Joyce Bressler, Jan Guarino and acrylic artist Tim Stachecki will also be on exhibit. Runs through Dec. 31.

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Huntington Historical Society

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 • Lunch & Learn with David Griffin is Thursday, Jan. 25, 2018, 12 noon at Black & Blue (65 Wall St., Huntington). Individual lecture tickets are $45 for members and $50 for nonmembers and include three-course meal.

Northport Arts Coalition

Let It Snow Party

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.

A non-profit coalition in support of the arts. PO Box 508, Northport. Northportarts.org • The next NAC 2nd Wednesday, a collaborative venture with the NorthportEast Northport Public Library, is Jan. 10, 7 p.m. at the 151 Laurel Ave. library in Northport. This month’s event, “Rose Tree,” features traditional Scottish folk music. Free.

Haven Gallery

Northport Historical Society Museum

Green River Gallery

155 Main St., Suite 4 Carriage House Square Northport. 631-757-0500. Havenartgallery.com • The “Chris Mars Solo Show,” “Stephanie Law Solo Show” and “Little Big III” are on display through Jan. 7, 2018.

Heckscher Museum of Art

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. • “From Frankenthaler to Warhol: Art of the ’60s and ’70s” is on display through March 11, 2018.

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. 631-423-6010; Huntingtonartcenter.com. Hours: TuesdaySaturday, 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; most Mondays, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. • Artist Invitational featuring Photographic Images by Holly Gordon with “Cuba Libre Light” and Pastels and Paintings by Marie Sheehy Walker with “Nature’s Inspirations” through Dec. 30. • Also showing are prints, paintings, jewelry and pottery, as well as local photography from the permanent collection.

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. 631-271-8423. huntingtonarts.org. • “The Winter Solstice: Darkness Into Light” is on display through Jan. 6, 2018.

215 Main St., Northport. Museum hours: Tuesday-Sunday, 1-4:30 p.m. 631-7579859. Northporthistorical.org. • From now through June visit the Monuments Men exhibit, which illuminates a few of the stories behind the heroes of Northport and East Northport whose names are listed on the 12stone monuments located along Main Street and five-stone monuments located in John Walsh Park in East Northport. They honor all the local citizens who served and those among them who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country. • The New Year’s Celebration for members is Monday, Jan. 1, 2018, 2 p.m.

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.

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 seniors 62 and older, and $3 children 12 and under. Mansion tour, add $5 per person. 631854-5555. 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. • Twilight tours of the mansion, which is decorated for the holiday season, will be given on Thursday, Dec. 28, 6-8 p.m. Cost is $10 for adults, $9 for students and seniors and $5 for children 12 and under. Hot chocolate and cookies are included.

Walt Whitman Birthplace

246 Old Walt Whitman Road, Huntington Station. Winter hours: WednesdayFriday, 1-4 p.m.; Saturday-Sunday, 11-4 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 pri-

vate gathering house at the Birthplace. $25 per person. 631-427-5240, ext. 120. teaparty@waltwhitman.org.

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Starlight Coffeehouse

Every third Friday from October to May at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 270 Main St., Northport. Doors open at 7 p.m. Concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. with a brief open-mic. Ticket prices vary by artist. For information call 631.663.3038 or visit Northportarts.org/starlight-coffeehouse. • Seth Glier will perform Friday, Jan. 19, 2018.

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 next First Saturdays concert is Jan. 6, 2018 with The Slambovian Circus of Dreams.

The Paramount

370 New York Ave., Huntington. 631673-7300. Paramountny.com. All shows begin at 8 p.m. unless otherwise noted. • Glassjaw with special guest Cro-mags is Saturday, Dec. 30. Show starts at 9 p.m.; doors at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $24.50-$54.50. • Mike DelGuidice and Big Shot – Celebrating the Music of Billy Joel is Saturday, Jan. 20. Tickets are $20-$50.

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