Arts & Lifestyles - March 25, 2021

ARTS&LIFESTYLES TIMES BEACON RECORD NEWS MEDIA · MARCH 25, 2021

Vanderbilt executive director breathes new life into majestic museum · B5

Elizabeth WaylandMorgan Photo by Jennifer Vacca/Zoot Shoot Photographers

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Myth: Prohibition (1920-1933) “prohibited” drinking alcoholic beverages.

Fact: Prohibition forbid the manufacture, sale, transportation, importation, and exportation of alcoholic beverages. It did not prohibit drinking alcoholic beverages.

------------------------------------------------Myth: “London Dry Gin” is a dry gin made in London, England.

Fact: It is a generic name for gin lacking sweetness first made in the early 1830s.

London dry gins, originally produced only in or near London, are now produced all over the world with the term having little meaning.

-----------------------------------------------Myth: Tequila is made from cactus.

Fact: Tequila is made from agave, a plant having stiff, often-spiny leaves, and prickly, needle-like thorns, resembling cactus.

-----------------------------------------------Myth: Tequila has a worm in the bottle.

Fact: The worm is not found in bottles of tequila, only in some bottles of mezcal; a marketing gimmick dating to the 1940s.

-----------------------------------------------Myth: All the whiskey in a bottle of 12-year-old Scotch whisky is 12 years old.

Fact: The age stated on the label of a bottle of Scotch whisky identifies the age of the youngest Scotch in the blend.

-----------------------------------------------Myth: The longer a whiskey ages in a bottle, the better or smoother it becomes.

Fact: Aging only takes place in wooden barrels; when removed, the product ceases to age or improve. A bottle of 15-year-old Scotch whisky purchased 10 years ago, is still 15 years old.

-----------------------------------------------Myth: The quality of whiskey can be determined by its color. The darker the color, the richer tasting the spirit.

Fact: Some whiskies are light amber or brown colored, while others have a rich mahogany color because of aging or by adding caramel coloring.

-----------------------------------------------Myth: Sour mash is a type of whiskey from Tennessee.

Fact: It is a distillers’ term for a fermentation process used to make Bourbon and Tennessee Whiskey and not a type of whiskey. Whiskies made by this process are not sour.

-----------------------------------------------Myth: Bourbon whiskey can only be made in Kentucky.

Fact: Bourbon can be made anywhere in the United States and its territories.

-----------------------------------------------Myth: Martinis should be stirred, not shaken, which will bruise the vodka.

Fact: Vodka is a very stable distilled spirit and shaking it will not “bruise” it.

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COVER STORY

One on one with Elizabeth Wayland-Morgan E

BY MELISSA ARNOLD

lizabeth Wayland-Morgan is no stranger to the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum in Centerport.

She’s been on staff at the museum for 11 years now in a variety of roles before being named executive director last year. The California native has spent time living on both coasts, all the while developing a deep love for the arts and culture. Those passions ultimately led her to Long Island and the historic estate she is honored to care for.

How did you get interested in museum work?

I guess it started when I was a young child. My mother is an artist and we often visited the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the American Museum of Natural History.

From that early age I was enthralled with the art of other cultures, which led me to study fine arts and anthropology in college.

What are your major responsibilities?

Right now, my primary focus is to carefully steer the museum through this extraordinarily difficult time and to see that it thrives into the future. I am directly involved with managing the museum’s day-to-day functions, and work with our incredibly talented staff to develop our programming. Recently, that’s included virtual education, astronomy and naturalhistory programs, rotating exhibitions, and engaging outdoor events.

What attracted you to the museum and what are some of your favorite things about it now?

I was initially attracted to the cultural aspects and the beauty and history of the estate and the mansion. Those facets represent a unique opportunity to connect a wide range of educational themes and to bring history to life.

The Vanderbilt is a living museum of a singular era in American history. From the late 19th century to the 1930s, more than 1,200 of the country’s richest and most powerful individuals built sprawling summer estates along the north shore of Long Island, known as the Gold Coast.

William K. Vanderbilt II’s Eagle’s Nest is one of the few that remain.

I love that we’ve become not only a regional destination but also an attraction for international visitors. During the last few years, we welcomed guests from more than 40 countries.

One of my favorite secluded spots on the property is the Wishing Well Garden. It’s a lovely, peaceful place to sit and reflect. My favorite building other than the mansion is the large, Tudor-style boathouse. Its covered porch offers striking panoramic views of the Northport Bay, where Mr. Vanderbilt anchored his yachts and began his voyages.

Tell me a bit about the museum’s history and what it has to offer.

Mr. Vanderbilt wanted a summer place far from the bustle of New York City. He found this property and bought it 1910. He told friends that on an early visit, he saw an eagle soaring over his property and decided to call his estate Eagle’s Nest. He built the mansion in stages and finished it in 1936.

He loved the natural world and the oceans, and explored them during voyages on his yacht. He created a marine museum on his estate and called it the Hall of Fishes.

It was the first stage of what became his larger museum complex. He opened it to the public on a limited basis in 1922.

Mr. Vanderbilt circumnavigated the world twice. Not just for pleasure, but also to build his museum. Eventually he amassed the largest collection of privately assembled marine specimens from the pre-atomic era.

We have 22 wild-animal habitat dioramas and a collection of more than 40,000 objects. Two collection highlights are a 32-foot whale shark and a 3,000-year-old Egyptian mummy.

Do you have a favorite event at the museum that you look forward to?

For years, my highlight of every summer has been Alex Torres and His Latin Orchestra, who have performed for 13 years in the Mansion courtyard. The beautiful Spanish architecture makes guests feel as if they’ve been transported to a romantic evening in Latin America. I also really enjoyed our Halloween Wicked Walk and holiday Bright Lights events last year.

What do you feel you’ve brought to the table as director so far? Do you have goals for the museum?

Steering the Vanderbilt through the pandemic-induced crisis has been a challenge of a lifetime. Safety has been paramount.

Beyond that, I firmly believe that my most important job has been to empower and motivate the staff and to create a positive and collaborative environment. We are all protective of this special place. The pandemic

Elizabeth Wayland-Morgan, Executive Director of the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum Jennifer Vacca/Zoot Shoot Photographers

shutdown allowed us additional time to concentrate on grant writing and fundraising and to uncover new opportunities. Financial stability is our most important goal, and we aim to build upon innovative programming that will produce essential income.

A very exciting project is the reclamation of Mr. Vanderbilt’s original nature trails.

Hikers can wander through forested sections of the estate and stop at vantage points that offer spectacular views of the bay.

Our virtual astronomy and natural-history education outreach to regional schools has

been very successful, and we’re looking to expand that.

Another important goal is to digitize the collections. In doing so, we’ll be able to share more details of Mr. Vanderbilt’s fascinating life and global explorations. We’re starting with the Vanderbilt’s collection of 6,000 photos.

We are renovating Mr. Vanderbilt’s large, four-bay garage to create an up-to-date version of the existing Vanderbilt Learning Center with enhanced technology.

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Continued from page B5 What else is in the works?

Our restoration projects are moving forward. We’re working on the exterior of Normandy Manor, the mansion facades and bell tower, and Nursery Wing.

Very important to the museum’s future is the Historic Waterfront Project. We are looking for donors to help us restore the boathouse, granite seawall, seaplane hangar, and esplanade. It has been closed to the public for a long time and is the museum’s greatest current challenge.

How did the museum function last year? Did you offer masked tours, virtual events, etc.?

All staff that were able to work virtually began to do so immediately. Their support and dedication is how we’re getting through this time. Many are longtime colleagues who know and understand the museum and its operations well. News of a pandemic was certainly shocking, but we pulled together as a strong team and have been navigating these turbulent times very well.

The museum-education and planetarium staffs began right away to create virtual programming. They made downloadable

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projects for children that presented intriguing facts about animals and birds in the natural-history collections. We posted the projects on our website so parents could print images for their children to read, color or paint. The planetarium produced astronomy learning videos on topics such as exploring Mars, rockets, black holes, and using a telescope. On June 12, the state allowed the museum to reopen its estate grounds safely.

We built a large screen and held movie nights in our parking lot; offered exterior architectural tours of the mansion; and bird talks and owl prowls with an ornithologist.

We offered mini-wedding ceremonies and elopements. We created a Halloween ‘Wicked Walk,’ and a December holiday ‘Bright Lights’ event with social distancing policies.

In the fall, when we were able to open the buildings at 25% capacity, we offered small-group mansion tours and planetarium shows before closing for the winter months.

What do you have planned this year?

The staff has many projects underway, including an installation in the newly restored Lancaster Room of the exhibition “Alva Belmont: Socialite to Suffragist,” which explores the women’s voting rights activism of Mr. Vanderbilt’s mother, Alva Belmont Vanderbilt.

Our first big outdoor event for 2021 will be Vandy Land. It’s an outdoor game day for everyone It will open on March 27 and run through April 3. Actors will portray kidfriendly characters, and we’ll have vendors, crafts, musical entertainment, refreshments, and the Easter Bunny.

As a special Vandy Land attraction, we will commemorate Mr. Vanderbilt’s original estate golf course by building an 18-hole minigolf course. Everyone who plays in what we’re calling the William K. Vanderbilt Golf Classic will be entered into our big prize drawing.

After school vacation is over, we’ll keep the golf course open every Saturday and Sunday during the day through the end of April, and on Thursday through Saturday evenings, too.

Why do you think the Vanderbilt Museum is such a special place?

The atmosphere is magical. This is one of the only remaining Gold Coast mansions.

We offer a glimpse into the past. The mansion has been kept exactly as it was when the Vanderbilts lived here. In particular, the rooms display personal effects — a teapot and cup on a side table next to Rosamond’s bed, books and papers on William’s desk, and open suitcases with clothes in the guest rooms. The impression this creates is that the family is living there, but has stepped out for the afternoon.

When you walk the grounds, the smell of salt air complements the view. You see hawks and osprey soaring overhead, and the striking Spanish architecture of the mansion. The experience is relaxing and soothing. It’s a visual and sensory trip back in time.

Why is it so important to keep this part of Long Island's history alive?

The Vanderbilt family and its vast railroad holdings were essential in the development of this country. When you walk through the mansion and museum, you are surrounded by rare fine and decorative art and furnishings, some of it centuries old.

It’s a time-machine stroll through a storied era of elite, privileged lives on Long Island’s Gold Coast.

We are an informal education institution, as Mr. Vanderbilt intended. The museum continues this mission through its education programs and offerings — to the public and to more than 25,000 schoolchildren each year. It’s important to keep this all but vanished history alive for future generations.

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CSHL’s Peter Koo studies how computers find genetic patterns Harnessing the Technology of our Research Giants

BY DANIEL DUNAIEF

The goal sounds like a dystopian version of a future in which computers make critical decisions that may or may not help humanity.

Peter Koo, Assistant Professor and Cancer Center Member at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, would like to learn how to design neural networks so they are more interpretable, which will help build trust in the networks.

The neural networks he’s describing are artificial intelligence programs designed to link a molecular function to DNA sequences, which can then inform how mutations to the DNA sequences alter the molecular function. This can help “propose a potential mechanism that plays a causal role” for a mutation in a given disease, he explained in an email.

Researchers have created numerous programs that learn a range of tasks. Indeed, scientists can and have developed neural networks in computer vision that can perform a range of tasks, including object recognition that might differentiate between a wolf and a dog.

With the pictures, people can double check the accuracy of these programs by comparing the program’s results to their own observations about different objects they see.

While the artificial intelligence might get most or even all of the head-to-head comparisons between dogs and wolves correct, the program might arrive at the right answer for the wrong reason. The pictures of wolves, for example, might have all been taken during the winter, with snow in the background The photos of dogs, on the other hand, might have cues that include green grass.

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The neural network program can arrive at the right answer for the wrong reason if it is focused on snow and grass rather than on the features of the animal in a picture.

Extending this example to the world of disease, researchers would like computer programs to process information at a pace far quicker than the human brain as it looks for mutations or genetic variability that suggests a predisposition for a disease.

The problem is that the programs are learning in the same way as their programmers, developing an understanding of patterns based on so-called black box thinking. Even when people have designed the programs, they don’t necessarily know how the machine learned to emphasize one alteration over another, which might mean that the machine is focused on the snow instead of the wolf.

Koo, however, would like to understand the artificial intelligence processes that lead to these conclusions.

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In research presented in the journal Nature Machine Intelligence, Koo provides a way to access one level of information learned by the network, particularly DNA patterns called motifs, which are sites associated with proteins. It also makes the current tools that look inside black boxes more reliable.

“My research shows that just because the model’s predictions are good doesn’t mean that you should trust the network,” Koo said. “When you start adding mutations, it can give you wildly different results, even though its predictions were good on some benchmark test set.”

Indeed, a performance benchmark is usually how scientists evaluate networks. Some of the data is held out so the network has never seen these during training.

This allows researchers to evaluate how well the network can generalize to data it’s never seen before.

When Koo tests how well the predictions do with mutations, they can “vary significantly,” he said. They are “given arbitrary DNA positions important scores, but those aren’t [necessarily] important. They are just Koo when he received a COVID vaccination. really noisy.”

Through something Koo calls an “exponential activation trick,” he reduces the network’s false positive predictions, cutting back the noise dramatically.

“What it’s showing you is that you can’t only use performance metrics like how accurate you are on examples that you’ve never seen before as a way to evaluate the model’s ability to predict the importance of mutations,” he explained.

Like using the snow to choose between a wolf and a dog, some models are using shortcuts to make predictions.

“While these shortcuts can help them make predictions that [seem more] accurate, like with the data you trained it on, it may not necessarily have learned the true essence of what the underlying biology is,” Koo said.

By learning the essence of the underlying biology, the predictions become more reliable, which means that the neural networks will be making predictions for the right reason.

The exponential activation is a noise suppressor, allowing the artificial intelligence program to focus on the biological signal.

The data Koo trains the program on come from ENCODE, which is the ENCyclopedia Of DNA Elements.

“In my lab, we want to use these deep neural networks on cancer,”

Koo said. “This is one of the major goals of my lab’s research at the early stages: to develop methods to interpret these things to trust their predictions so we can apply them in a cancer setting.”

At this point, the work he’s doing is more theoretical than practical.

“We’re still looking at developing further tools to help us interpret these networks down the road so there are additional ways we can perform quality control checks,” he said.

Koo feels well-supported by others who want to understand what these networks are learning and why they are making a prediction.

From here, Koo would like to move to the next stage of looking into specific human diseases, such as breast cancer and autism spectrum disorder, using techniques his lab has developed.

He hopes to link diseaseassociated variance with a molecular function, which can help understand the disease and provide potential therapeutic targets.

While he’s not a doctor and doesn’t conduct clinical experiments, Koo hopes his impact will involve enabling more trustworthy and useful artificial intelligence programs.

Artificial intelligence is “becoming bigger and it’s undoubtedly impactful already,” he said. “Moving forward, we want to have transparent artificial intelligence we can trust. That’s what my research is working towards.”

He hopes the methods he develops in making the models for artificial intelligence more interpretable and trustworthy will help doctors learn more about diseases.

Koo has increased the size and scope of his lab amid the pandemic.

He current has eight people in his lab who are postdoctoral students, graduate students, undergraduates and a master’s candidate.

Some people in his lab have never met in person, Koo said. “I am definitely looking forward to a normal life.”

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reduction of −5.39 mm Hg and a diastolic blood pressure reduction of −2.82 mm Hg. This was a meta-analysis (a group of studies) that evaluated data from randomized clinical trials, the gold standard of studies. There were 34 trials reviewed with more than 3,200 participants. Salt was reduced from 9 to 12 grams per day to 5 to 6 grams per day. These levels were determined using 24-hour urine tests. The researchers believe there is a direct linear effect with salt reduction. In other words, the more we reduce the salt intake, the greater the effect of reducing blood pressure. The authors concluded that these effects on blood pressure will most likely result in a decrease in cardiovascular disease.

In the second study, a meta-analysis of 42 clinical trials, there was a similarly significant reduction in both systolic and diastolic blood pressures (6). This study included adults and children. Both demographics saw a reduction in blood pressure, though the effect was greater in adults. Interestingly, an increase in sodium caused a 24 percent increased risk of stroke incidence but, more importantly, a 63 percent increased risk of stroke mortality.

The risk of mortality from heart disease was increased as well, by 32 percent.

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Bananas are rich in potassium.

When we think of blood pressure, not enough attention is given to potassium.

The typical American diet doesn’t contain enough of this mineral.

In a meta-analysis involving 32 studies, results showed that as the amount of potassium was increased, systolic blood pressure decreased significantly (8).

When foods containing 3.5 to 4.7 grams of potassium were consumed, there was an impressive −7.16 mm Hg reduction in systolic blood pressure with high blood pressure patients. Anything more than this amount of potassium did not have any additional benefit. Increased potassium intake also reduced the risk of stroke by 24 percent. This effect was important.

The reduction in blood pressure was greater with increased potassium consumption than with sodium restriction, although there was no headto-head comparison done. The good news is that potassium is easily attainable in the diet. Foods that are potassium-rich include bananas, sweet potatoes, almonds, raisins and green leafy vegetables such as Swiss chard.

Lowering sodium intake may have far-reaching benefits, and it is certainly achievable. First, consume less and give yourself a brief period to adapt — it takes about six weeks to retrain your taste buds, once you cut your sodium. You can also improve your odds by increasing your dietary potassium intake, which also has a substantial beneficial effect, striking a better sodium-to-potassium balance.

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Two studies illustrate the benefits of reducing sodium in high blood pressure and normotensive (normal blood pressure) patients, ultimately preventing cardiovascular disease, including heart disease and stroke.

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projections, but in combination with the above studies may be telling. The bottom line: decrease sodium intake by almost half and increase potassium intake from foods.

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With all the focus on reducing sodium in our diets, the importance of consuming potassium gets short shrift.

More than 90 percent of people consume far too much sodium, with salt being the primary culprit (1).

Sodium is insidious; it’s in foods that don’t even taste salty. Bread products are among the primary offenders.

By David Other foods with Dunaief, M.D. substantial amounts of sodium are cold cuts and cured meats, cheeses, pizza, poultry, soups, pastas and, of course, snack foods. Processed foods and those prepared by restaurants are where most of our consumption occurs (2).

On the flip side, only about two percent of people get enough potassium from their diets (3). According to one study, we would need to consume about eight sweet potatoes or 10 bananas each day to reach appropriate levels.

Why is it important to reduce sodium and increase potassium? A high sodiumto-potassium ratio increases the risk of cardiovascular disease by 46 percent, according to the study, which looked at more than 12,000 Americans over almost 15 years (4). In addition, both may have significant impacts on blood pressure and cardiovascular disease.

To improve our overall health, we need to shift the sodium-to-potassium balance so that we consume more potassium and less sodium. Let’s look at the evidence.

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OVID-19 is complicating the 2021 spring allergy season.

From watery eyes to dry coughs, people are left wondering exactly what their symptoms mean.

"Many people are asking about the differences between COVID-19 and seasonal allergies," says Dr. Luz Fonacier, president of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI). "While it isn't always cut and dried, there are some clear differences. Certain symptoms are only seen in one or the other."

If you are unsure what is ailing you, Fonacier suggests checking with a professional. "Allergists are the best trained medical professionals to diagnose and treat allergies and asthma," she said. "When in doubt, talk to an allergist."

To help shed some light on the differences between COVID-19 and spring allergies, here are seven common symptoms and their possible causes.

1) Coughing, chest tightness and shortness of breath are the calling cards of COVID-19. Unfortunately, these symptoms may also indicate an asthma-like allergic response. Many people who suffer from asthma also have allergies. If you are coughing this spring, consider the context.

Is shortness of breath something you have experienced during previous springs?

Do you have additional symptoms, like fever or itchy eyes? The answers to these questions will help you distinguish the root cause.

2) Fever does NOT occur with spring allergies. Fever may indicate COVID-19, the flu or — more rarely — the common cold. The combination of fever, coughing, shortness of breath and loss of smell or taste is a strong indicator of COVID-19 and must be taken seriously.

3) Chills happen when the blood vessels in your skin constrict, causing you to feel cold without an obvious cause.

Allergies do not cause chills, but COVID19 does. If you are experiencing mild chills it is a good idea to self-isolate as a precaution. If you are experiencing chills in combination with shortness of breath, call your doctor to see if you should be tested for COVID-19.

4) Sneezing and runny nose are rarely seen in COVID-19 cases. They are, however, very common for allergy sufferers. If the

spring has left you sneezing and sniffling in the past, then seasonal allergies are still the most likely culprit in 2021. You can talk to a board-certified allergist about treatment options, which may include over-thecounter or prescription medication, or immunotherapy.

5) Itchy, watery eyes are the signature symptom of seasonal allergies. COVID-19 does not cause itchy eyes, but the practice of staying home may help by reducing your exposure to pollen. Avoidance, or the strategy of staying away from potential allergens, may help decrease symptoms. If avoidance is not cutting it, it may be time to speak with an allergist.

6) Loss of smell or taste is another very common symptom of COVID-19.

While allergies may lead to mild loss of smell, it is best to be on the safe side while the coronavirus is still spreading. If you experience this symptom, call your doctor for advice.

7) Nausea or vomiting are not allergy symptoms. They may indicate the common cold, the flu or COVID-19. If this symptom is mild then self-isolating is a good course of action. If it becomes severe, and particularly if it is accompanied by fever and shortness of breath, you should call your doctor. They will be able to advise you on whether to get tested or seek medical help.

Understanding the differences between COVID-19 and seasonal allergies is key to keeping healthy this spring. Stay on top of the season by knowing your symptoms and knowing what is typical for you. (BPT)

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It's time to rethink heart health O n average, someone in the United States dies from cardiovascular disease (CVD) every 36 seconds, approximately 2,380 deaths each day, according to the American Heart Association (AHA). Each day, 405 deaths occur in the U.S. as the result of strokes, an average of one death every 3:33. More people die annually from CVD than from any other cause including cancer, COPD, diabetes, lung infections and the flu, according to the AHA 2021 Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics.

Consider these steps to #RethinkCVRisk to change the course of the disease and your life.

Understand your risk

COVID-19 has shown that those with underlying CVD face an especially high risk of serious COVID-19-related illness or even death, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Regardless of whether you’ve received your COVID-19 vaccination, now is a good time to discuss your risk for heart disease with your doctor.

How CVD develops

Risk factors for CVD include high cholesterol, high triglycerides, diabetes and high blood pressure. Other factors that contribute to risk are family history, prior cardiovascular (CV) events, smoking, being overweight or obese and unhealthy diet and exercise habits. Over time, these risk factors can lead to injury of the blood vessel lining, causing inflammation, which can then trigger plaque growth. Plaque grows at different rates and in different arteries in the body for everyone and is often a slow, gradual process without symptoms.

As plaque buildup continues, the risk of suffering a CV event — such as heart attack or stroke — increases. If plaque ruptures, the body will try to repair the injury, potentially causing a blockage to form, and when an artery becomes fully blocked, blood flow is restricted. Blocked blood flow to the heart causes a heart attack while blocked blood flow to the brain causes a stroke.

Managing Risk Factors

The most effective way to prevent CVD is to understand and address risk factors.

Triglycerides play an important role in heart health. Triglycerides store unused calories to give your body energy and are the most common type of fat in the body. They come from foods you eat such as butter, oils and other fats, as well as carbohydrates, sugars

and alcohol. Your diet, lack of exercise, medical conditions, certain drugs and genetics can all cause high triglycerides.

In the past, medicines used to lower triglycerides, like fenofibrates and niacin, were commonly prescribed to help manage CV risk along with statins. However, clinical studies failed to show benefits and both the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and American Diabetes Association discourage combining niacin and fenofibrates with statins.

Some turn to dietary supplement fish oil to help manage CV risk.

However, supplements contain only 30% of the omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) with the majority of the product consisting of non-omega-3 ingredients, including saturated fats. Some data suggests certain ingredients in dietary supplement fish oils, such as DHA and saturated fats, may raise bad cholesterol.

While high triglycerides are an The general recommended exercise intensity from indicator of CV risk, lowering them the American Heart Association to prevent CVD is won’t necessarily reduce your risk. 30 minutes, 5 times a week.

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s long as women have been conscious of the presence of cellulite on their bodies, the search has been on to find effective treatments. People have gone to great lengths to eradicate cellulite.

Gaining a greater understanding of what causes it and the treatments available can help effectively address cellulite.

According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, cellulite affects up to 85 percent of adult women compared to only 10 percent of men. Cellulite is most common around the thighs and buttocks, but it can also be found on the breasts, lower abdomen and upper arms.

Many people think that cellulite is simply fat, but it is much more complex. Cellulite is caused by the fibrous tethers, known as septae, that run through fat and pull on the fascia that lies underneath the dermal layer of skin. Women’s connective tissue isn’t as tightly formed as men’s, so their fat can push through more easily, creating the ridges and “cottage cheese” effect synonymous with cellulite.

The Mayo Clinic says that no single treatment for cellulite is entirely effective.

Most treatments, at best, can only temporarily improve the appearance of cellulite. Doctors use a variety of techniques to help reduce cellulite — with results that can last a year or longer, states the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery.

Laser treatments: The ABCS says this treatment uses a tiny laser probe inserted

just beneath the skin through a small incision. The laser heats tissues beneath the skin’s surface to release some septae, reduce thickness of the subcutaneous fat layer and stimulate the production of collagen.

The procedure is typically performed using local anesthesia and down time is one to two days.

Subcision: This procedure involves a dermatologist or plastic surgeon inserting a needle just under the skin to break up the tough septae, states the American Academy of Dermatology Association. The results may last two years or longer.

Acoustic wave therapy: This features radio frequencies that can reduce the appearance of cellulite over the course of several treatment sessions. Some radio frequency treatments are paired with infrared light or electromagnetic fields, says ASPS. These energy-based treatments are delivered through the skin and are noninvasive.

Topical treatments: Topical therapies use rollers or vacuums to “knead” the skin and subcutaneous fat, helping to break down the tethers.

Creams and lotions may only boost up collagen to mask cellulite underneath. As a result, they’re not typically effective at reducing cellulite.

Women are urged to speak to a dermatologist or plastic surgeon about their options in regard to treating cellulite.

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hile many loving pet owners are unaware their pet may not be at their healthiest weight, the fact is that more than half of cats and dogs in the U.S. are indeed overweight or obese, according to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention. Overweight pets tend to be less active, experience joint pain, groom less and develop more health conditions, so it's important to take a proactive approach to help your pets live a long, healthy life.

Two of Purina's pet experts pet experts, behaviorist Dr. Annie Valuska and veterinarian Dr. Callie Harris, help by answering frequently asked questions about pet weight concerns:

How can you tell if your pet is a healthy weight?

"A great way to start is to give your pet a 'healthy hug,'" says Dr. Harris.

This involves three steps: 1. Evaluate the ribs: Place your hands gently on your pet's sides. You should be able to run your hands down their chest and feel their ribs without having to "press" or "dig" in.

2. Evaluate the waist: Stand above your pet. You should be able to see a waistline or an "hourglass" shape.

3. Evaluate the abdomen: Stand to the side of your pet. Your pet should have a nice abdominal tuck.

"If you suspect your pets are overweight, consider switching to a weight management food for adult dogs and cats to help them achieve and maintain a healthy weight," she says. "It's also always good idea to consult with your veterinarian to rule out potential medical problems that could cause weight gain."

How much should you feed your pet?

"Be sure to feed your pet with the amount instructed on your pet's food labels. You can find specific directions on each bag of food.

However, if you are still concerned about over or under feeding, discuss with your veterinarian so they can evaluate your pet and make nutritional recommendations," says Dr. Harris.

"No matter how much your pets try to convince you otherwise, feeding them table scraps is never a good idea. Remove the temptation to give them a bite of your dinner by training them to spend meal time away from the table and reward their good manners with pet-appropriate treats and praise," adds Dr. Valuska.

What should you do the next time your pet begs?

"Next time you think your pet is begging for food, try offering some ear scratches, a fun play session with a favorite toy or a walk outside instead," says Dr. Valuska. "If your pet is still hungry, one way you may be able to help your pet feel fuller longer is to extend their mealtime. Try using slow feed bowls or puzzle feeders."

How do you incorporate exercise into your pet's routine?

"One easy way for pet owners with dogs to exercise is to take them on daily walks. However, if outdoor walks are not obtainable due to weather, consider creating activities in the home with your dogs such as 'find the treat' using treat mats. You can even be strategic about where you place your food and water bowls to encourage your dog to get up and move," says Dr. Harris.

Dr. Valuska adds, "Cats need exercise, too!

Engage their instincts with a game of chase — this can be with a laser pointer, a ball or

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Preventive screenings and specialists

Visits for heart health, diabetes and other chronic conditions may be crucial to your overall wellness. Connect with your doctor to find out which preventive screenings you may need, too. This might include a mammogram, a colonoscopy and more.

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But as you get older, these visits become even more important — and many of them come at no additional cost under your Medicare plan.

For example, did you know that Medicare covers an annual wellness visit at no extra cost to you? Flu and pneumonia vaccines are also fully covered.

And rest assured that, in light of the pandemic, clinics, doctor's offices and pharmacies have health and safety protocols in place to help keep patients safe during their appointments.

Make it a priority to add the following appointments to your 2021 calendar. Your long-term health may thank you.

Dental exam

A dental exam is an important part of oral and overall health. The American Dental Association recommends two dental visits a year.

Eye exam Vaccinations

Find a COVID-19 vaccination site in your area (https://covid19vaccine.health. ny.gov). These vaccines are an important step in slowing the spread of the disease.

For shingles, a vaccination is the best way to protect against the disease. Two doses are recommended for those 50 and older.

The flu shot usually becomes available in August. It's important to receive your

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FOCUS ON HEALTH

Kitchen staples helpful for heart health

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aking care of your heart health requires a commitment to the right routines and smart decisions, such as adopting a heart healthy diet. Foods you might already have in your kitchen can offer powerful vitamins, minerals and beneficial plant compounds that may help contribute to heart health.

You can add the heart health benefits of 100% orange juice to your diet with the powerfully nutritious punch of Orange Juice Shrimp Quinoa Bowls, the perfect mixture of textures with tangy, spicy and sweet flavors. Start the day strong with a Florida Sunshine Grapefruit Smoothie for a breakfast beverage that requires just a few minutes of prep and blending or try this Sunshine Smoothie for something cool and refreshing during the sunny seasons.

Florida Sunshine Grapefruit Smoothie YIELD: 1 serving INGREDIENTS: • 1 cup Florida Orange Juice • 1/2 cup Florida Grapefruit Juice • 1 ripe banana • 1/2 cup low-fat vanilla yogurt • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract DIRECTIONS:

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Orange Juice Shrimp Quinoa Bowls YIELD: 2 servings INGREDIENTS: • 2 cups water • 1 cup quinoa • 1 cup Florida Orange Juice • 1 tablespoon hot sauce • 1 tablespoon honey • 1 tablespoon soy sauce • 6 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided • 2 tablespoons lime juice • 1 tablespoon white miso • 1 1/2 pounds shrimp, peeled and deveined • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt • 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper • 1 bell pepper, diced • 1 English cucumber, sliced into half moons • 3 scallions, sliced • 1 avocado, sliced • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds • 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped

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Sunshine Smoothie YIELD: 2 to 4 servings INGREDIENTS: • 2 cups orange juice • 2 cups grapefruit juice • 2 bananas, peeled and cut into chunks • 1 cup vanilla yogurt • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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FOCUS ON HEALTH

What causes kidney disease?

While some people are born with type 1 diabetes, which cannot be prevented, many more people develop type 2 diabetes due to unhealthy lifestyle choices, such as eating a poor diet and not being physically active.

Type 2 diabetes is preventable, and by taking measures to reduce their risk for it, people are also making an effort to reduce their risk for kidney disease.

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A simple trip to the refrigerator can give people an idea of just how vital their kidneys are to their overall health. When opening the refrigerator, look at a gallon of milk that’s inside and imagine half of it being filled with waste circulating its way through your bloodstream.

Each day the kidneys filter about 30 gallons of blood, removing about half a gallon of extra water and waste products in the process. Few people would want half a gallon of waste to sit in their refrigerators, and no one would want that same amount of waste flowing unfiltered through their bloodstream, which underscores the essential role that fully functional kidneys play.

Without healthy kidneys, a person’s overall health is greatly compromised.

10 percent of the global population is affected by chronic kidney disease, or CKD. Such a high percentage may give the impression that kidney disease is not preventable, but that’s not the case. Many of the causes of kidney disease are related to individuals’ lifestyle choices. By learning about those causes and how to prevent them,

the global incidence rates of CKD can decline.

High blood pressure: High blood pressure is a leading cause of kidney failure in the United States. Maintaining a healthy weight and exercising regularly are two effective ways to avoid high blood pressure.

Diabetes: More than half of all cases of kidney failure are caused by diabetes.

Glomerulonephritis: Glomerulonephritis is inflammation of the tiny filters in the kidneys known as the glomeruli. These filters remove excess fluid, electrolytes and waste from the bloodstream, passing them directly into the urine. The cause of glomerulonephritis is often unknown, but some cases may be inherited and others may be the result of an infection.

Glomerulonephritis can occur on its own or as part of another disease, including diabetes.

Taking steps to reduce one’s risk for diabetes may be an effective way to also reduce the risk of developing glomerulonephritis.

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MARCH 25 TO MARCH 31, 2021

STONY BROOK UNIVERSITY

In first trip to big dance, women's hoops falls to Arizona

SAN ANTONIO, Texas — An historical season came to a close on Monday.

In the program's first-ever NCAA Tournament game, the Stony Brook women's basketball team fell to third-seeded Arizona, 79-44, on Monday afternoon, March 22, at the Alamodome. The 14th-seeded Seawolves (15-6) had waited a year for the opportunity, after the 2019-20 season was halted on the eve of the America East title game.

"I'm just really proud of our team today to represent Stony Brook University in our firstever NCAA appearance. It was really special," coach Caroline McCombs said. "This group has worked hard. We've persevered all year.

Obviously it wasn't the outcome that we had hoped for. But I thought once we gathered ourselves, we played a strong second half.

I can't say enough about how special this team is."

Employing a tenacious defense, Arizona forced the Seawolves into 11 first-quarter turnovers and built a 26-10 lead after the period.

Stony Brook had entered the game third in the nation in scoring defense at 50.7 ppg.

However, the Seawolves surrendered 47 firsthalf points — the most in a half this season.

"The physicality of the game really was like nothing we had ever never seen," McCombs said. "Maybe Syracuse gave us a look like that this year. ... The pace of the game was pretty good as well. Definitely having a taste of playing in the NCAA Tournament, we'll be able to reflect and keep growing."

The Wildcats advance to face 11th-seeded BYU, which ousted sixth-seeded Rutgers, 69-66. Asiah Dingle scored a team-high 14 points. Earlette Scott followed with 10 points.

India Pagan, who injured an ankle in the America East title game, healed in time to return to the court. She logged 13 minutes off the bench. Her next basketball activity is expected to come this summer when she represents Puerto Rico in the Olympics.

McCombs took a team to its first NCAA Tournament for the fourth time in her career.

#4 Anastasia Warren in action at the Alamodome on Monday.

She led Youngstown State as a player, then you want to get back to every year."

Said Dingle: "I hate losing. This is going to Valparaiso and Pittsburgh as an assistant coach, before guiding Stony Brook to the Big sting for a while. But being here is just what I've always dreamed of. We'll learn from it Dance as a head coach this season.

"Once you get here, it becomes your and be here again next year. ... I'm so glad we standard," McCombs said. "And it's where were able to make history."

Men's lacrosse defeats host UMass Lowell, 16-9, on March 20

Chris Pickel Jr. contributed a pair of goals against UMass Lowell.

LOWELL, Mass. — The Stony Brook men's lacrosse team flexed its muscles against an America East opponent for the second straight game.

Behind hat tricks from Matt DeMeo, Matt Anderson and Dylan Pallonetti, the Seawolves defeated host UMass Lowell, 16-9, on Saturday afternoon.

After surrendering the opening goal 55 seconds into the game, Stony Brook tallied five unanswered goals and held the River Hawks scoreless for 15:33.

And after UMass Lowell pulled within 5-2, the Seawolves scored another five unanswered goals.

It marked the second straight lopsided win for Stony Brook.

The Seawolves had held America East newcomer NJIT scoreless for the final 49:21 en route to a 13-4

victory last Saturday.

This time, goalie Anthony Palma made nine saves en route to the victory.

Austin Deskewicz won 17 of 22 faceoffs, making him 33 of 43 over two games.

Chris Pickel Jr., Tom Haun and Mike McCannell contributed two goals apiece.

"I thought we had a great week of practice, and it was great to see it translate to the field," coach Anthony Giardi said. "Any time you earn a road conference win, it's a good thing. We need to continue to work on closing games out in the fourth."

Stony Brook (4-3, 2-1 AE) returns to action on Saturday, April 3 when it hosts UAlbany at Kenneth P. LaValle Stadium.

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MEN’S SOCCER April 2 vs. NJIT

WOMEN'S LACROSSE March 25 vs. Hofstra

WOMEN’S SOCCER March 28 vs. Maine

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March 27 vs. Binghamton (DH) 1 p.m.

March 28 vs. Binghamton 12 p.m. *Please note this schedule can change at any time. Visit www.stonybrookathletics. com for any last minute cancellations.

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Religious D irectory

Byzantine Catholic RESURRECTION BYZANTINE CATHOLIC CHURCH

38 Mayflower Avenue, Smithtown NY 11787 631–759–6083 resurrectionsmithtown@gmail.com www.resurrectionsmithtown.org FATHER VLADYSLAV BUDASH, ADMINISTRATOR DEACON ROBERT KNAPP JOSEPH S. DURKO, CANTOR Divine Liturgy: Saturdays 4:45 pm Sunday Liturgy: 10 am For Weekday and Holy Day Schedule: See website or phone for information Sunday School Sundays at 9:15 am ( St. Stephen - Protomartyr) A Catholic Church of the Eastern Rite under the Eparchy of Passaic.

Catholic ST. GERARD MAJELLA ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH

300 Terryville Road, Port Jefferson Station 631–473–2900 • www.stgmajella.org REV. GREGORY RANNAZZISI, PASTOR Each Saturday 3:45pm – 4:45pm Mass: Saturday 5 pm only mass Sunday 8 am, 10 am & 12 pm Weekday Mass: 9 am Confessions: Saturday 3:45-4:45 pm Office Hours: Monday-Thursday 9 am - 4:30 pm Thrift Shop: Monday-Thursday 10 am - 4 pm Baptism and Wedding arrangements can be made by calling the Parish Office

INFANT JESUS ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH

110 Myrtle Ave., Port Jefferson, NY 11777 631-473-0165 • Fax 631-331-8094 www.www.infantjesus.org REVEREND PATRICK M. RIEGGER, PASTOR ASSOCIATES: REV. FRANCIS LASRADO & REV. ROLANDO TICLLASUCA To schedule Baptisms and Weddings, Please call the Rectory Confessions: Saturdays 12:30-1:15 pm in the Lower Church Religious Ed.: 631– 928-0447 Parish Outreach: 631–331-6145 Weekly Masses: 6:50 and 9 am in the Church, 12 pm in the Chapel* Weekend Masses: Saturday at 5 pm in the Church, 5:15 pm in the Chapel,* Sunday at 7:30 am, 10:30 am, 12 pm, and 5 pm in the Church and at 8:30 am, 10 am, and 11:30 am (Family Mass) in the Chapel* Spanish Masses: Sunday at 8:45 am and Wednesday at 6 pm in the Church *Held at the Infant Jesus Chapel at St. Charles Hospital

ST. JAMES ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH 429 Rt. 25A, Setauket, NY 11733 Phone: 631–941–4141 • Fax: 631–751–6607 Parish Office email: parish@stjamessetauket.org www.stjamessetauket.org REV. JAMES-PATRICK MANNION, PASTOR REV. ROBERT SCHECKENBACK, ASSOCIATE PASTOR REV. JOHN FITZGERALD, IN RESIDENCE REV. MIKE S. EZEATU, SBU HOSPITAL CHAPLAIN, IN RESIDENCE

MISSION STATEMENT We, the Catholic community of the Three Village area, formed as the Body of Christ through the waters of Baptism, are a pilgrim community journeying toward the fullness of the Kingdom of God, guided by the Holy Spirit, nourished by the Eucharist and formed by the Gospel. We strive to respond the Jesus’ invitation: to be faithful and fruitful disciples; to be Good Samaritan to (our) neighbor and enemy; stewards of and for God’s creation and living witnesses of Faith, Hope and Charity...so that in Jesus’ name, we may be a welcoming community, respectful of life in all its diversities.

ST. LOUIS DE MONTFORT ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH

75 New York Avenue, Sound Beach, N.Y. 11789 Parish Office: 631-744-8566; FAX 631-744-8611 Parish Website: www.stlouisdm.org REV. MSGR. CHRISTOPHER J. HELLER, PASTOR REV. ALPHONSUS IGBOKWE, ASSOCIATE PASTOR REV. MSGR. DONALD HANSON, IN RESIDENCE REV. FRANCIS PIZZARELLI, S.M.M., PARISH ASSISTANT REV. HENRY VAS, PARISH ASSISTANT Office Hours: Mon., Tues., Thurs.: 9 am to 5 pm Wednesday: 9 am to 8 pm; Friday: 9 am to 4 pm; Saturday: 9 am to 1 pm; Closed on Sunday Mission Statement: To proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ’s love through our active involvement as a parish family in works of Charity, Faith, Worship, Justice and Mercy. ALL ARE WELCOME! No matter what your present status is in the Catholic Church. No matter your family situation. No matter your practice of faith. No matter your personal history, age or background. YOU are invited, respected and loved at St. Louis de Montfort.

Weekday Masses: Monday through Friday 8:30 am in the Chapel Weekend Masses: Saturday Vigil: 5 pm Sunday: 7:30 am; 10:00 am; 12 noon.

Baptisms: Most Sundays at 1:30 pm.

Please contact Parish Office for an appointment.

Reconciliation: Sat.: 4-4:45 pm or by appointment.

Anointing of the Sick: by request.

Holy Matrimony: Contact Parish Office at least six months in advance of desired date.

Religious Education: Contact 631-744-9515 Parish Outreach: Contact 631-209-0325 Our Lady of Wisdom Regional School: Contact 631-473-1211.

Catholic Traditional Latin Mass ST. MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL

Society of Saint Pius X 900 Horseblock Road, Farmingville, NY 11738 631–736–6515 • sspxlongisland.com Sunday Masses at 7 am and 9 am Please consult sspxlongisland.com for updates and current mass times

Congregational MT. SINAI CONGREGATIONAL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST

233 North Country Road, Mt. Sinai • 631–473–1582 www.msucc.org • REV. DR. PHILIP HOBSON Take care of yourselves, wash your hands, wear your mask, check on your neighbors.

Grace and Peace, Rev. Phil Online Worship each Sunday at 10 am on our YouTube channel, and accessible anytime thereafter.

Our Island Heart Food Pantry continues to help those in need.

Episcopal ALL SOULS EPISCOPAL CHURCH

“Our little historic church on the hill” across from the Stony Brook Duck Pond THE REV. PETER LAROM Visit our website www.allsouls–stonybrook.org or call 631-655-7798 allsoulsepiscopalchurch@verizon.net Palm Sunday Services-8 am Virtual Service & 9:30 am in Church Service Maundy Thursday Service-7 pm in Church Service Good Friday Service-7 pm in Church Service Easter Sunday Services-8 am Virtual Morning Prayer Service; 9:30 am in Church Service Sunday Services: 8am Virtual Service 9:30am Service at the Church-Organ Music 8am Tuesday-Morning Prayer Service at the Church Half Hour Interdenominational Rosary Service Every Wednesday at 12 noon This is a small eclectic Episcopal congregation that has a personal touch. We welcome all regardless of where you are on your spiritual journey. Walk with us.

CAROLINE EPISCOPAL CHURCH OF SETAUKET

REV. COOPER CONWAY, INTERIM PRIEST-IN-CHARGE 1 Dyke Road on the Village Green, Setauket Web site: www.carolinechurch.net email: office@carolinechurch.net • 631–941–4245 Church School Classes now forming; please call the office to register Let God walk with you as part of our familyfriendly community

CHRIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH

127 Barnum Ave., Port Jefferson • 631–473–0273 email: ccoffice@christchurchportjeff.org www.christchurchportjeff.org Church office hours: Tues. - Fri. 9am - 12pm FATHER ANTHONY DILORENZO: PRIEST–IN–CHARGE Please join us for our 8:00 and 10:00 Sunday Eucharists and our 10:00 Wednesday Eucharist in our chapel.

Please wear masks.

GOD BLESS YOU. Father Anthony DiLorenzo It is the mission of the people of Christ Church to grow in our relationship with Jesus Christ and to make his love known to all through our lives and ministry. We at Christ Church are a joyful, welcoming community. Wherever you are in your journey of life we want to be part of it.

Evangelical THREE VILLAGE CHURCH

To Know Christ and To Make Him Known 322 Main Street, East Setauket www.3vc.org • 631-941–3670 LEAD PASTOR JOSH MOODY Please get connected by visiting www.3VC.org for more information and service times – Your 3VC church family Join Us As We Celebrate 60 Years Of Proclaiming The Good News Of Jesus Christ!

Greek Orthodox CHURCH OF THE ASSUMPTION

430 Sheep Pasture Rd., Port Jefferson 11777 Tel: 631-473-0894 • Fax: 631-928-5131 www.kimisis.org • goc.assumption@gmail.com

REV. ELIAS (LOU) NICHOLAS, PROISTAMENOS Sunday Services: Orthros 8:30 Am - Divine Liturgy 10 Am Services Conducted In Both Greek & English* Books Available To Follow In English* Sunday Catechism School, 10 Am - 11 Am* Greek Language School, Tuesdays 5 Pm - 8 Pm* Bible Study & Adult Catechism Classes Available* Golden Age & Youth Groups Banquet Hall Available For Rental* For Information Please Call Church Office* Adjustments to services will be made according to CDC and NYState DOH COVID-19 guidelines. Please call Church office for updates.

Jewish VILLAGE CHABAD

Center for Jewish Life & Learning “Judaism With A Smile” 360 Nicolls Road, East Setauket Next To Fire Dept.

631-585–0521 • www.MyVillageChabad.com RABBI CHAIM & RIVKIE GROSSBAUM RABBI MOTTI & CHAYA GROSSBAUM RABBI SHOLOM B. & CHANIE COHEN Membership Free Weekday, Shabbat & Holiday Services Highly Acclaimed Torah Tots Preschool Afternoon Hebrew School Camp Gan Israel • Judaica Publishing Department Lectures And Seminars Living Legacy Holiday Programs Jewish Learning Institute Friendship Circle For Special Needs Children The Cteen Network N’shei Chabad Women’s Club • Cyberspace Library Chabad At Stony Brook University – Rabbi Adam & Esther Stein

NORTH SHORE JEWISH CENTER

385 Old Town Rd., Port Jefferson Station 631-928–3737 • www.northshorejewishcenter.org RABBI AARON BENSON • CANTOR DANIEL KRAMER EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR MARCIE PLATKIN PRINCIPAL HEATHER WELKES YOUTH DIRECTOR JEN SCHWARTZ Services: Friday At 8 Pm; Saturday At 9:15 am Daily Morning And Evening Minyan- Call For Times.

Tot Shabbat • Family Services • Sisterhood • Men’s Club • Seniors’ Club Youth Group • Continuing Ed • Adult Bar/Bat Mitzvah • Judaica Shop Food Pantry • Lecture Series • Jewish Film Series NSJC JEWISH LEARNING CENTER RELIGIOUS SCHOOL Innovative Curriculum And Programming For Children Ages 5-13 Imagine A Synagogue That Feels Like Home!

Come Connect With Us On Your Jewish Journey.

Member United Synagogue Of Conservative Judaism

TEMPLE ISAIAH (REFORM)

1404 Stony Brook Road, Stony Brook 631-751–8518 • www.tisbny.org A Warm And Caring Intergenerational Community Dedicated To Learning, Prayer, Social Action, And Friendship.

Member Union For Reform Judaism RABBI PAUL SIDLOFSKY CANTOR INTERN EMILY HOOLIHAN EDUCATIONAL DIRECTOR RABBI MICHAEL S. CHURGEL, RJE RABBI EMERITUS STEPHEN A. KAROL RABBI EMERITUS ADAM D. FISHER CANTOR EMERITUS MICHAEL F. TRACHTENBERG

PLEASE CALL OR VISIT YOUR PLACE OF WORSHIP’S WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND GUIDANCE.

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Vanderbilt Museum presents private magic shows

Get ready to be amazed!

The Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport will offer private, in-person magic shows on Friday, April 2, and Friday, April 9, featuring the renowned magician Alexander Boyce.

You can reserve a group ticket for up to 12 people, members: $120; non-members $130. Individual shows are 30 minutes long.

The Alexander Boyce Magic Show is an amazing sleight-of-hand and mind-reading event. Boyce has performed on national television, at The Magic Castle in Hollywood, and was recently featured in The New York Times. The Times has called Boyce “sophisticated.” The Philadelphia Inquirer said he is “enchanting.”

The recent New York University graduate also performed in the

long-running hit Speakeasy Magick at the McKittrick Hotel in NYC. Time Out New York called the show, “highly skilled close-up magic that really leaves you gasping with wonder.” Recently, he was one of the first American magicians to be invited to entertain in Cuba since the revolution.

For more information, or to make a reservation, call 631-854-5579 or visit www.vanderbiltmuseum.org.

Magician Alexander Boyce Photo from Vanderbilt Museum

Religious D irectory

Sabbath Services Friday 7:30 pm And Saturday 10 am Religious School • Monthly Family Service Monthly Tot • Shabbat Youth Groups • Senior Club Adult Education Sisterhood Brotherhood • Book Club-More

Lutheran–ELCA HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH AND ANCHOR NURSERY SCHOOL

46 Dare Road, Selden 631-732-2511 Emergency Number 516-848-5386 REV. DR. RICHARD O. HILL, PASTOR ERIC FARET, VICAR Email: office@hopelutheran.com Website: www.hopeluth.com On Sundays the services are at 9 and 10:30 a.m.

A link for all these services is on the website: www.hopeluth.com.

Our Food Pantry is open to everyone on Thursdays from 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. for picking up food.

Also, donations can be made from 11 a.m.-noon or by making arrangements by leaving a message on the church answering service.

Offerings to support our ministry can be made at church services and through our website’s “Share God’s Mission” page.

In any emergency, call the pastor at 516-848-5386.

ST. PAUL’S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH

309 Patchogue Road, Port Jefferson Station 631-473-2236 REV. PAUL A. DOWNING PASTOR E-mail: Pastorpauldowning@yahoo.com Pastor’s cell: 347–423–3623 (voice or text) www.StPaulsLCPJS.org facebook.com/stpaulselca St. Paul’s will begin hosting indoor services on Sunday, March 21 at the 9:30am service. Social distancing and masks required. Call the church to reserve space because seating is limited We will also be hosting a parking lot service at 12:30pm on Sundays. This service is broadcast over 88.3 on the fm dial. Stay in your car and still participate in the service.

SPECIAL HOLY WEEK SERVICES Sunday, March 28—Palm Sunday—9:30am service inside sanctuary—seating limited—call ahead to reserve your space—overflow room available for latecomers Parking Lot service at 12:30pm.

Monday, March 29—7:30pm Stations of the Cross—

broadcast over facebook live Tuesday, March 30—7:30pm Healing Service and Individual Absolution over Zoom check website for meeting number Wednesday, March 31—7:30pm Evening Prayer Service at 7:30pm over facebook live Thursday, April 1—Service of Communion—Parking Lot at 5:00pm; 7:30pm over facebook live Friday, April 2—Good Friday Liturgy—Parking Lot at 5:00pm and inside church at 7:30pm—space limited—call to reserve for 7:30pm service also on facebook live Saturday, April 3—Vigil of Easter—Check website for time of service on Facebook live Sunday, April 4 -- Easter Day—Feast of the Resurrection Service at 9:30 live in church—call for reservation— also broadcast OVER FACEBOOK LIVE--overflow room available for latecomers—Parking Lot service at 12:30pm May God keep you safe and shine His light and love upon you.

Lutheran – LCMS MESSIAH LUTHERAN CHURCH

Messiah Preschool & Day Care 465 Pond Path, East Setauket 631-751-1775 • www.messiahny.com PASTOR NILS MIEMEIER ASSOCIATE PASTOR STEVE UNGER We are onc again having in-person worship Sunday Services 9 am & 10:30 am. Lenten midweek services 11 am & 7 pm on Wednesdays.

Space is limited, so please go to our website (www. messiahny.com) to register attendance or call the church office (631)751-1775. See our website for the procedures we will have in place. The 9 am service is streamed online; go to our website to find the links to our church YouTube page. We are here for you and if you are in need, please call us. Our Pastors are available and you are welcome to call the church to speak to them.

NYS Certified Preschool and Day Care

Methodist BETHEL AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH

33 Christian Ave/ PO 2117, E. Setauket NY 11733 REV. GREGORY L. LEONARD–PASTOR • 631-941–3581 Sunday Worship: 10:30 Am Adult Sunday School 9:30 Am Lectionary Reading And Prayer: Wed. 12 Noon Gospel Choir: Tues. 8 Pm Praise Choir And Youth Choir 3rd And 4th Fri. 6:30 PM

SETAUKET UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

160 Main Street, Corner Of 25A And Main Street East Setauket • 631–941–4167 REV. STEVEN KIM, PASTOR Sunday Worship Service Streamed temporarily online @www.setauketumc.org or visit us on Facebook Church School meets online Holy Communion 1st Sunday Of Month Mary Martha Circle (Women’s Ministry) meets every 2nd Tuesday each month at 1 pm No matter who you are or where you are on life’s journey, you’re welcome here!

Presbyterian

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF PORT JEFFERSON

107 South/Main Streets • (631) 473-0147 We are an accepting and caring people who invite you to share in the journey of faith with us.

THE REV. DR. RICHARD GRAUGH Email: office@pjpres.org Website: www.pjpres.org Sunday Worship Service-10 am (social distancing & masks required) service is also broadcast on church FB page under “Missions and Activities” Christian Education Activities: Call 631-473-0147 Bible Study: Tuesday 2 pm via Zoom Holy Communion 1st Sunday of the Month Hot meals, groceries & clothing provided on a take out basis by Welcome Friends on Fridays 4-5:30 pm Call the church office or visit our website for current activities and events.

NYS Certified Preschool and Daycare The purpose of First Presbyterian Church of Port Jefferson is, with God’s help, to share the joy & good news of Jesus Christ with the congregation, visitors and the community at large; to provide comfort to those in need and hope to those in despair; and to seek justice for all God’s people.

SETAUKET PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

5 Caroline Avenue ~ On the Village Green 631- 941-4271 Celebrating and Sharing the love of God since 1660.

THE REV. KATE JONES CALONE, INTERIM PASTOR THE REV. ASHLEY MCFAUL-ERWIN, COMMUNITY OUTREACH PASTOR Our creative Worship Service at 9:30 am streamed from our website:Setauketpresbyterian.org Sunday School via Zoom Sundays at 10:30 am

Adult interests groups via Zoom Youth Group for grades 7-12 via Zoom (Open to the community) Bell Choir returns! All ringers welcome Our Outreach Programs are Continuing Setauket Presbyterian Pre-School, ages 2-5 www.setauketpreschool.org Open Door Exchange (furniture ministry) opendoorexchange.org 631-751-0176 For all program information visit our website for Zoom links, email the church office: Setauketpresbyterian@verizon.net Follow us on FB

Quakers RELIGIOUS SOCIETY OF FRIENDS

4 Friends Way, St. James 631–928-2768 • www.cbquakers.org We gather in silent worship seeking God • the Inner Light • Spirit. We are guided by the Quaker testimonies of simplicity, peace, integrity, community, equality, and stewardship. Weekly coffee and fellowship, monthly discussions, Religious Education for children.

During this time when we are asked not to gather together physically, we are gathering online for worship.

Please see our website (www.consciencebayquakers.org) for information about joining in. All are welcome.

Unitarian Universalist UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP AT STONY BROOK

380 Nicolls Road, East Setauket, NY 11733 631–751–0297 www.uufsb.org • office@uufsb.org REV. MARGARET H. ALLEN (minister@uufsb.org) Sunday Service by Zoom: 10:30 a.m. (go to uufsb.org for Zoom links) Adult Faith Development, Choir, Folk Group, classical music, Vespers, Sangha Meditation, Labyrinth Walks, Tai Chi, Chi Gong, Yoga, Essentrics, Grounds & Sounds Café, Le Petit Salon de Musique Our website also offers information about other activities we are currently holding online, such as our Humanist Discussion Group and meditative and wellness arts classes

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Thursday 25

Times ... and dates

March Lunch and Learn

The Huntington Historical Society continues its popular Lunch and Learn series virtually with “The Irish Legacy in Huntington” at noon.

Enjoy your own lunch while learning about the Irish Legacy in Huntington. Suggested donation is $10. To register, visit www. huntingtonhistoricalsociety.org.

about how books and art might bridge the deep divisions in our nation. This event is free to attend. To register, visit www.bookrevue.com.

For more info, call 271-1442.

Tuesday 30

Virtual Sky Room Talk

The Cinema Arts Centre in Huntington hosts a live Zoom lecture, The Music of Max Steiner, with documentarian and author Steven C. Smith at 7 p.m. Discover the previously untold story of 24-time Oscar nominee Max Steiner, the pioneering composer whose scores for King Kong, Casablanca and over 200 other titles paved the way for modern film music. Fee is $10, $7 members. Visit www.cinemaartscentre. org to register.

March 25 to April 1, 2021

Native American Drumming

All Souls Church Rectory, 5 Mill Pond Road, Stony Brook hosts a Native American Drumming Meditation from 7 to 8:45 p.m. Led by elder drummer, Ric Statler, the program seeks to integrate the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual parts of the human self, creating a state of well-being. Free. Call 655-7798.

Wednesday 31

Stony Brook Film Series

Stony Brook University’s Staller Center for the Arts continues its Spring 2021 Film Series tonight with a virtual screening of Citizens of the World in Italian with subtitles at 7 p.m. In this light, frisky comedy, three retirees decide to move away from Rome to find a better standard of living in a country where their meager pensions will go that much further. The series continues every Thursday through May 2. $6 per film/$50 film pass for all. Visit www. stonybrookfilmfestival.com.

Northport virtual tour

Join the Northport Historical Society’s Parading Down Main Street guide, Dan Sheehan, for a virtual version of his outdoor tour of historic Main Street from 7 to 9 p.m. This tour will focus on the South side of the business districtstarting at Village Hall and ending at Skippers.

Learn the history and mysteries of the Village, and discover how the buildings themselves have evolved through the decades. This is a free Zoom event, but donations are welcome. To register, visit www.northporthistorical.org.

Friday 26 Ma’s House: Tour & Conversation

Join artist Jeremy Dennis, contemporary fine art photographer and a tribal member of the Shinnecock Indian Nation, for a restoration in-progress tour of Ma’s House, an old family home on the Shinnecock Indian Reservation in Southampton, while discussing his indigenous art exhibits with Preservation Long Island and the Cold Spring Harbor Whaling Museum at 10 a.m. Free. To register, visit www. cshwhalingmuseum.org or call 367-3418.

Crafty Night at Sweetbriar

Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 Eckernkamp Drive, Smithtown hosts a Crafty Night at the Barn — Print and Stamp Making for adults from 6 to 8 p.m. Come use carving tools to carve a rubber stamp. Then use it to make a print. All supplies furnished. Bring home your own rubber stamp. You can bring your own picture you want to use to carve or use some ideas that will be furnished. Other small crafts will be available too! Masks are mandatory.

Stony Brook Village Walking Tours

Join the Ward Melville Heritage Organization in celebrating spring with a walking tour from 2:50 to 4 p.m. Take a leisurely stroll through beautiful Stony Brook Village while hearing quirky, real stories of the people who lived there and the landmarks that make it unique.

Masks will be required and social distancing will be enforced. Please call the WMHO at 751-2244 for fee and to register.

SON OF ZEUS

Take part in a walking tour of beautiful Stony Brook Village on March 31. Pre-registration is required.

Photo by Nicole Mullen

$25 per person. To register, call 979-6344 or visit www.sweetbriarnc.org.

Saturday 27

Audubon Society Bird Walk

Join the Four Harbors Audubon Society for a bird walk through the less traveled areas of Sunken Meadow State Park, Route 25A and Sunken Meadow Parkway, Kings Park from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. Main parking lot – Field #1. Target birds may include winter ducks plus Common Loon, Great Egret, Great Blue Heron, Belted Kingfisher, Yellow-rumped Warbler, Hermit Thrush, Brown Creeper, 3 to 4 species of gull and more. Masks are required. Walks are limited to 10 people. Register at fourharborsheron@ gmail.com for more info, call 766-3075.

Sunday 28

Sunken Meadow Hike

Did you know that the Greenbelt Trail makes it’s northernmost stop in Sunken Meadow State Park? Along it’s way, the Greenbelt follows the edge of the bluffs, for some amazing views of the Long Island Sound. Join the staff at Sunken Meadow State Park, Route 25A and Sunken Meadow Parkway for a walk along some of these high ground trails from 10:30 a.m. to noon. This is a moderate level hike with some hills. Bring water and good walking shoes/boots. Masks are mandatory. $4 cash per person. Advance registration required by calling 581-1072.

Sunday Street concert

WUSB and the Long Island museum continue their Sunday Street Series with a concert titled Songs of Hope, Renewal and Remembrance at 7 p.m. on facebook.com/LIMuseum. Performers include James Maddock, Mary Gauthier, TEOA (The End of America), Ellis Paul, The Kennedys, Sloan Wainwright, Toby Walker, Pat Wictor, Abbie Gardner, Sam Baker, and Gerry McKeveny (of Gathering Time) will be joined by Jim Moray (from England), James Keelaghan (from Canada) and Paul McKenna (from Scotland). There’s no charge but contributions to participating artists will be accepted with gratitude.

Monday 29

Open Mic Night at the library

Attention songwriters! Join Comsewogue Public Library in Port Jefferson Station for a virtual Open Mic night for original music hosted by singer-songwriter Toby Tobias at 6:30 p.m.

All skill levels welcome. Open to all. Free.

Visit www.cplib.org/a-online-programming/ for information on how to participate in this online program or to just watch! Questions? Call 9281212 and ask for Adult Services.

Write America series

Join Book Revue in Huntington for the ninth episode of Write America live on CrowdCast at 7 p.m. The evening will feature awardwinning authors Kirstin Valdez Quade & Nick Flynn as they read and discuss their works and

Virtual Bingo Night

The Port Jefferson Rotary Club hosts an online fundraiser, Virtual Bingo Night, via Zoom from 7 to 8 p.m. Prizes are $20 to $50 gift cards. Donation is $20 one card, $40 two cards, $50 three cards, $80 four cards, $100 6 cards (four games will be played using same card). Proceeds benefit the PJ Rotary Club and Theatre Three. To register, visit https://tinyurl.com/PJRotaryBingo and fill out the registration form. For questions, email Kim at kzettwoch@portjefflibrary.org.

Thursday 1

Stony Brook Film Series

Stony Brook University’s Staller Center for the Arts continues its Spring 2021 Film Series tonight with a virtual screening of Night Shift, a moody police drama set in Paris, where officers in a local brigade try to hold their personal lives together while dealing with daily occurrences of violence in homes and on the streets, at 7 p.m. In French with subtitles. The series continues every Thursday through May 2. $6 per film/$50 film pass for all. Visit www. stonybrookfilmfestival.com. * All numbers are in (631) area code unless otherwise noted.

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MARCH 25, 2021 • ARTS & LIFESTYLES • PAGE B27

MOVIE REVIEW

The Personal History of David Copperfield A joyous new vision of a Dickens classic

Dev Patel stars as David Copperfield in latest adaptation. Photo courtesy of Searchlight Pictures

REVIEWED BY JEFFREY SANZEL

“Whether I shall turn out to be the hero of my own life, or whether that station will be held by anybody else, these pages must show.”

— the opening lines of Charles Dickens’ The Personal History of David Copperfield

A

fter Shakespeare (and perhaps J.K. Rowling), Charles Dickens is the most famous writer in the English language. His major works include Oliver Twist, Great Expectations, A Tale of Two Cities, Bleak House, and A Christmas Carol, with hundreds of stage, screen, and television adaptations.

Charles Dickens began crafting his autobiography in the late 1840s. But he found the writing too painful and burned what he had written. He then fictionalized many of his personal experiences for what became David Copperfield. It is Dickens’ premiere work told in the first person (and note that David Copperfield’s initials are Charles Dickens’ backward, suggesting a reflection of the author himself).

The Personal History of David Copperfield was published in monthly installments, serialized from 1849 to 1850, and then brought out in book form. Dickens’ longest work, Copperfield is rich in plot and

contains close to one hundred characters.

It is an incredible journey, full of adventure, but it is also about mastering one’s fate, growing from passive child to self-aware adult. Young David is acted upon; adult David is a figure who has taken control of his own life.

The cinematic history includes three silent and over a half dozen others. The most notable is the two-part BBC television version (1999) featuring an extraordinary cast, with Danielle Radcliffe as young David, Bob Hoskins as Mr. Micawber, and Maggie Smith as Aunt Betsey.

The newest incarnation is a unique and slightly madcap adaptation. Directed by Armando Iannucci, from a screenplay by Iannucci and Simon Blackwell, it condenses the epic novel into a brisk, laugh-outloud, and always heartfelt two hours. The choices are often wild and surprising, but no moment, no matter how peculiar, departs from the vision’s integrity.

The film opens with David Copperfield (a mesmerizing Dev Patel, reinventing the role) reading his book to a packed theatre. But is it David or Charles Dickens? Ultimately, it is both. He states the first two lines and then literally steps into the story, being present at his own birth.

Perhaps purists would lean towards the more complete and faithful 1999 version, but in the spirit and the sense of joy, the new David Copperfield is wholly satisfying.

Baby David’s arrival coincides with the appearance of his late father’s aunt, Betsey Trotwood (impeccably played by Tilda Swinton, swanning through the story like a cross between a tornado and neurotic albatross). She declares herself the child’s godmother, leaving when presented with a boy and not the girl she was demanding. It is a comic rollercoaster of a scene, tumultuous and culminating with Betsey exiting in high dudgeon. And so begins David’s life.

Young David (Jairaj Varsani, a child performer of exceptional skill) has an idyllic childhood. He is loved by a doting mother (the delicate and sweet Morfydd Clark) and his even more attentive nursemaid Peggotty (genuine warmth and personal proverbs as played by Daisy May Cooper). The peace is shattered by his mother’s remarriage to Edward Murdstone (terrifying in Darren Boyd’s cold-eyed villainy). Murdstone’s abuse of David begins the cycle of flux that he will face for the rest of his life. He gains, then loses, then recovers, only to lose again.

MOVIE REVIEW continued on page B28

Horoscopes of the week

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Don’t shy away from the issues that keep cropping up this week, Aries. They may cause a few headaches, but they also are making the days much more exciting.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, many people like to live by the mantra “don’t judge a book by its cover,” but many times appearances matter. Don’t regret picking out a nice outfit or a trendy restaurant.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Change may take you in unexpected directions this week, Gemini. The good news is that things are finally turning around for you. Enjoy this exciting time.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, you may be drawn to people who appeal to your analytical side this week. You could be interested in some intellectual debate and need a worthy sparring partner.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, if you see a chance to get ahead this week, jump on it. No matter what is involved or how inconvenient, you do not want to let this opportunity pass you by.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 There is much more clarity in your life this week, Virgo. It’s almost as if a veil has been lifted or if your eyeglasses prescription has been fine-tuned.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, there might be a lot of activity going around you over the course of the week. Whether it’s good or bad, you won’t be directly involved in any of it.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Exercise caution when sharing your secrets, Scorpio. Make sure others can be tight-lipped, as some people cannot resist passing on a little gossip here and there.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 There is great harmony in your life right now and it’s due mostly to the fact that you are working together with people both at home and at work.

Keep up the collaborations.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Listen to people around you to get a fresh perspective on various components of life that you share. People may have good ideas and be willing to share their advice.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, if you have been trying to become better acquainted with someone in your personal life or even at the office, pay attention to their body language. It can say a lot.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, trust your heart this week and be honest with how you feel about situations. Not every decision has to be based on analysis. Trust your gut.

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MOVIE REVIEW

Continued from page B27 Eschewing the boarding school section, David is banished to the blacking factory, sentenced to work in miserable conditions.

This pivotal juncture is taken directly from the darkest chapter of Dickens’ childhood, one he kept secret his entire life. David boards with penurious Micawber (Peter Capaldi, artfully blending the kind and the con) and his ever-growing family. It seems that every time David meets up with the Micawber family, they have added a baby to the ever-expanding brood.

Micawber and his wife (bubbling and bug-eyed Bronagh Gallagher) are hunted and haunted by creditors, much like Dickens’s own father: Both the Micawbers and Dickens’ parents wound up in debtors’ prison. The Micawbers are Dickens’ gentle depiction of his parents, for whom he bore a life-long grudge due to his exile to the blacking factory. Later, Capaldi is pathetically outrageous as Micawber attempts — and fails — to teach a Latin lesson.

Unlike in the novel, the factory sequence shows David’s transition from boy to man. When Murdstone informs him of his mother’s death, David’s reaction is violent, more reminiscent of Nicholas Nickleby beating the schoolmaster than

From left, Tilda Swinton, Dev Patel, Hugh Laurie and Rosalind Eleazar in a scene from the film.

Photo courtesy of Searchlight Pictures

the always put-upon and long-suffering David Copperfield. Iannucci’s vision is selfactualized and capable of independence.

David walks from London to Dover, seeking sanctuary with his Aunt Betsey.

Even under duress, he aids Betsey’s lodger, the eccentric Mr. Dick (heart-breaking and hilarious Hugh Laurie, a man with the delusion that the decapitated King Charles I’s thoughts have been placed in his head).

In the bosom of his remaining family, David thrives (for a while). There is romance and adventure, complications and resolutions. The film handles them with quick turns, ranging from near-slapstick to deep introspection. The narrative is rich in whimsy

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but doesn’t avoid the darkness. The characters retain the vivid character traits endowed by Dickens but are enriched with inner lives.

David’s creativity is highlighted, even as a young child. He spins yarns and draws sketches, heralding the great writer. Like Dickens, he jots down unusual phrases and collects the people in his life, developing them in the mirror.

There is a meta-cinematic quality about the film, often breaking (and literally tearing) the fourth wall to allow the characters to observe or even flow into other scenes. The film’s colors are lush and rich, leaning towards childhood fantasy, but can quickly shift to somber shades. As a child, the seaside town

of Yarmouth was a place of storybook magic; when David returns, it is a place of shadows.

In addition to the previously mentioned cast members, note should be made of Rosalind Eleazar, who makes the intolerably insipid Agnes Wickfield a strong, likable foil for the maturing David. Clark, who plays young David’s mother, Clara, doubles beautifully as David’s love interest Dora Spenlow — endearing, exhausting, and empty-headed.

Uriah Heep, usually much oilier and damp in his “umble” sycophancy, is more dangerous in Ben Whishaw’s performance. Paul Whitehouse’s Mr. Peggotty is appropriately paternal; Benedict Wong brings tannic notes to the dissipated Mr. Wickfield.

Whether it is colorblind or colorconscious, casting director Sarah Crowe has perfectly gathered an enormous, multiracial company, flawless from Dev Patel’s dimensional, delightful David to Scampi, who plays Dora’s dog Jip. While Iannucci takes liberties with much of the novel, most notably in the latter half ’s rushed solution, this Copperfield celebrates the original by transcending it. The film culminates with a catharsis rooted in hope.

Perhaps purists would lean towards the more complete and faithful 1999 version, but in the spirit and the sense of joy, the new David Copperfield is wholly satisfying.

Rated PG, the film is now streaming on Amazon Prime Video.

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We are limiting the amount of people inside the store at one time. During a busy time you may be asked to wait for someone to come out before going inside. We are not allowing walk up service at the deli counter, we are instead asking you to call your order in allowing up to one hour in advance.

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Passover desserts make scrumptious finales Charlton Heston stars as Moses in the film.

'The Ten Commandments' returns to the big screen Fig, Orange and Almond Passover Cake Photo from Pexels

BY BARBARA BELTRAMI

Because Passover excludes the use of leavening, eggs play a major role in many dishes. And because with all those eggs the cholesterol police are going to get after you anyway, you might as well use them in some scrumptious Passover desserts.

Many are easier than you would imagine and tantalizing to your sweet tooth. So take your pick from the following recipes and enjoy every bite.

Fig, Orange and Almond Passover Cake YIELD: Makes one cake INGREDIENTS: • 10 eggs separated • 1 cup sugar • 1 1/2 cups matzo cake meal • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon • Zest of 1 medium orange • 1/3 cup orange juice • 1/2 teaspoon allspice • 1 cup chopped almonds • 12 dried figs, chopped DIRECTIONS:

Preheat oven to 350 F. Grease a 10” tube or bundt pan with vegetable oil. In medium or large bowl beat egg yolks with sugar until lemon-colored; add cake meal, cinnamon, zest, orange juice, allspice and almonds.

In large bowl beat egg whites till peaks are stiff; fold into batter, then fold in figs.

Pour batter into prepared pan and bake 50 minutes. Unmold cake and let it cool. Serve with coffee, tea or sweet wine.

Chocolate-Hazelnut Passover Torte

YIELD: Makes one torte INGREDIENTS:

• 5 large eggs, separated • 3/4 cup sugar • 8 ounces high quality bittersweet chocolate • 8 ounces unsalted butter, melted and cooled, • 1 cup skinned hazelnuts, very finely chopped DIRECTIONS:

Preheat oven to 375 F. Line bottom and side of greased 9” spring form pan with aluminum foil. Place pan of water on bottom shelf of oven.

In large bowl beat egg yolks with sugar until they turn pale yellow; add chocolate, butter and hazelnuts and mix well. In large bowl beat egg whites until stiff, then fold into chocolate mixture. Pour batter into pan. Bake 45 to 50 minutes; remove from oven and let sit a few minutes in pan, then unmold, invert onto a plate and peel off foil. Sprinkle with powdered sugar if desired and serve with fresh berries.

Passover Sponge Cake with Strawberries YIELD: Makes one cake INGREDIENTS: • Matzo flour • 8 large eggs, separated • 1 1/2 cups sugar • 1 cup sifted matzo cake meal • Dash salt • Grated zest and juice of 1/2 lemon • 3 cups heavy cream • 2 quarts fresh strawberries, washed and hulled

DIRECTIONS:

Preheat oven to 350 F. Grease two 9” cake pans and dust with matzo flour. In large bowl beat egg yolks until pale yellow; add sugar and beat again. Stir in matzo cake meal, salt, lemon zest and juice. In large bowl beat egg whites until stiff, fold into batter and distribute evenly between two prepared cake pans. Bake 45 minutes, set on a rack to cool, then remove from pan. While cake is cooling, whip cream, then coarsely chop one quart of the strawberries and mix them into half the cream. Spread mixture over one of the cake layers; top with second cake layer and use remaining cream to frost top and sides of cake. Halve remaining strawberries and use to decorate top of cake. Serve with hot tea or coffee.

Passover Pistachio Macaroons YIELD: Makes two dozen INGREDIENTS: • 3 cups shelled unsalted pistachios • 1 cup sugar • 3 egg whites DIRECTIONS:

Preheat oven to 325 F. Line two cookie sheets with parchment. In a food processor grind the nuts but don’t puree them. In a medium bowl combine the ground nuts and sugar; fold in the egg whites; refrigerate about 10 minutes. Leaving an inch or so in between, drop batter by the tablespoonfuls onto cookie sheets. Bake 11 to 14 minutes or until macaroons start turning golden brown.

Serve with fresh fruit or sweet wine.

In ceIebration of it 65th anniversary, “The Ten Commandments” heads to select theaters nationwide on Sunday, March 28, courtesy of Fathom Events, Turner Classic Movies and Paramount Pictures.

Throughout film history, Hollywood has produced a number of sweeping epics and generation-defining movies.

However, one Biblical saga — Cecil B. DeMille’s “The Ten Commandments” — has withstood the test of time.

Shot in Egypt and the Sinai on one of the biggest sets ever constructed for a motion picture, the 1956 film is universally acknowledged among critics as a cinematic masterpiece with a legendary cast including Charlton Heston, Yul Brynner, and Ann Baxter.

From its Academy Award-winning director and revolutionary Oscarwinning special effects to its sweeping score and unforgettable sets, “The Ten Commandments” tells the inspiring story of Moses in all its stunning glory. Once favored in the Pharaoh’s household, he turns his back on a privileged life to lead his people to freedom.

In addition to numerous awards and accolades, the movie remains one of the biggest box office successes in cinema history (with theatrical sales adjusted for inflation). The screening includes exclusive insights from Turner Classic Movies host Ben Mankiewicz.

In our neck of the woods the film will be screened at the AMC Stony Brook 17, 2196 Nesconset Highway, Stony Brook at 1 p.m. and again at 6 p.m. Running time is 3 hours 40 minutes. Rated G. To purchase tickets in advance, visit www. fathomevents.com.

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KIDS KORNER

Egg Hunt at the Hatchery

Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery, 1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor will host an Egg Hunt for children up to age 6 on March 27, 28 and April 3 with 20 minute sessions scheduled throughout the day. Bring your own basket. Fee is $12 for participating child, $6 adults, $5 accompanying children. To register, visit www.cshfishhatchery.org. For more info, call 516-692-6768.

Vandy Land at the Vanderbilt

Just in time for spring break, the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport presents Vandy Land from March 27 to April 3 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Enjoy kid-friendly characters, local food and craft vendors, musical entertainment, a scavenger hunt, ballet performances from the Posey School of Dance and a visit from Mr. Bunny. Tickets for this fundraiser are $20 adults, $14 children, under age 2 free. Advance reservations only at www. vandylandinfo.com.

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SHELTER PET OF THE WEEK This week's shelter pet is an 8-yearMEET YOO-HOO!

Photo from Smithtown Animal Shelter

old female domestic medium hair cat named Yoo-Hoo at the Smithtown Animal Shelter.

This overly sweet and affectionate beauty was dumped in a feral cat colony. She needs a home that will cherish her and she will reward you tenfold with love and affection. A bit thin and a little matted, Yoo-Hoo also has an overactive thyroid. This is not uncommon in cats. She will need a home that can handle medicating her twice a day and taking her for vet visits every 6 months.

She is spayed, microchipped and is up to date on her vaccines.

If you are interested in meeting Yoo-Hoo, please call ahead to schedule an hour to properly interact with her in the shelter’s Meet and Greet Room.

The Smithtown Animal & Adoption Shelter is located at 410 Middle Country Road, Smithtown. Shelter operating hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. during the week, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on the weekend. Call 631-360-7575 or visit www.smithtownanimalshelter. com for more info.

Caleb Smith State Park Preserve, 581 W. Jericho Turnpike, Smithtown hosts a Goodbye Winter walk on March 27 from 1:30 to 3 p.m. After a long, cold winter, the local plants and animals are beginning to become active again! Stroll through the park in search of signs of spring! Masks are mandatory. $4 cash per person. Advance registration required by calling 265-1054.

Spring break at the Hatchery

Visit the Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery, 1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor for spring break with Fish Hatchery Bingo on March 29 between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m.; Seeds and Sun and Soil ... Oh My! on March 30 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.; a hatchery tour on March 31 at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.; Masters of Deception on April 1 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Letterboxing on April 2 between 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free with admission of $7 adults, $5 children. For further details, visit www. cshfishhatchery.org.

Meet costumed characters during the Vanderbilt Museum's Vandy Land event.

Vanderbilt science workshop

The Vanderbilt Museum in Centerport hosts a virtual science workshop via Zoom on March 30 from 10 to 11 a.m. Join a museum educator for a tour of the Hall of Fishes, test your knowledge of ocean life and make a shark tooth necklace. (Pick up kit at museum before class) For grades K to 3. $10 fee, members free. Advance registration required by calling 854-5539.

Mermaids & Manatees

Join the Whaling Museum in Cold Spring Harbor for a virtual workshop, Mermaids & Manatees, on March 31 at 11 a.m. Discover how this marine mammal inspired the myth of the mermaid. Explore mermaid myths from around the world and create a mermaid of your own out of recycled materials and a little imagination! You’ll need: a paper towel tube, yarn or string, scissors, a stapler or tape, and markers, crayons, or paint. Free, $10 suggested donation appreciated. Register www.cshwhalingmuseum.org.

Easter Egg Hunt on the Farm

Register now! Benner's Farm, 56 Gnarled Hollow Road, E. Setauket will host an Easter Egg Hunt on April 3 and 4 with various time slots. Only 25 people will be allowed in each time slot. Join others or book out an entire field for your family and friends. $12 per person includes egg hunt, baby animals, craft vendors and photos with the Easter Bunny. Registration is required by calling 689-8172.

All numbers are in (631) area code unless noted.

Camp & School DIRECTORY 2021 ARTVENTURES SUMMER PROGRAM AT GALLERY NORTH

This full day art program offers 7 different themed weeks for families to choose from.

Full week $500, Siblings $300 Sign up before April 15 and receive $100 off!

Use discount code EARLYBIRD21 For info: education@gallerynorth.org or 631-751-2676 ©5940

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BOOK REVIEW

South Setauket author pens second and third children’s book Portion of proceeds will be donated to the MS Foundation

REVIEWED BY TARA MAE

C

hildren’s author Lisa French has always been inspired by the sea in particular and nature in general.

Now the South Setauket resident brings us A Deep Sea Fishing I Will Go!, a follow-up to her debut book, A Fishing I Will Go! and The Hens That Were Bullied. Through rhyming verse, her stories serve as both tales and teaching tools for children ages 2 to 10.

In A Deep Sea Fishing I Will Go!, ocean creatures such as a marlin, an octopus, and a swordfish make an appearance. Interwoven into it are details about the featured animals and other facts.

In The Hens That Were Bullied, with her own backyard chickens as the protagonists and antagonists, French explores the damage bullying does to the victims and perpetrators.

She offers insight and advice about what to do when confronted with a bully.

I recently had the opportunity to interview Ms. French about her latest ventures and her future endeavors.

Author Lisa French trees for oxygen ... I am a nature person, one hundred percent.

Why did you decide to start writing What was your favorite book children’s books? growing up?

I’ve been involved in daycare my whole life; that’s what started it. I read books constantly to the children. I put down my pens and notebooks for a long time. My mom got really ill with MS; I took care of her for over thirty years. She inspired me to go forward again.

Where do you get your inspiration?

I definitely get my inspiration from the kids — they love the books. I love making people happy. I love to fish; I go fishing a lot and the fishing books teach children about the different fish we have [in the Atlantic Ocean].

Regarding The Hens that Were Bullied, I did that book because my daughter was bullied for a long time, and two of my backyard chickens bullied the other hens. I wanted to get the message out to speak up and say something.

My favorite book was The Pout-Pout Fish

by Deborah Diesen. Without a doubt, I have always loved stories of the sea.

If you could be any creature of the sea, what would it be?

I would definitely choose to be a dolphin; they’re beautiful, kind, wonderful creatures.

Tell us about your work with the Multiple Sclerosis Foundation.

Some of the proceeds from the sales of my books goes to the organization. I always gave to them. My mom had MS and I found out 11 years ago that I had it too. You have to think positive.

What’s next for you?

Nearly 30 years ago, I invented a board

Why did you decide to write a game for my kids to play called“Orbit.” It starts sequel to A Fishing I Will Go!? at the space station. Players have to collect all I wrote the second book because everyone asked me after the first one, especially at the annual Ward Melville High School Fishing Club Saltwater Expo. I started working on the sequel about two and a half years ago. When COVID hit, I was able to sit down and finish both books. Words first, then drawings.

Why are your stories set in nature?

I love nature. God gave us everything out there: land to grow fruits and vegetables,

the planets, but they can fall into a black hole or be abducted by aliens, etc. It’s anybody’s game to win. After years stuck in the patent pending phase, my family pitched in to give me the money to get it made. It is being produced by the company Davidson Games.

A Deep See Fishing I Will Go! and The Hens That Were Bullied are available online at www.Amazon.com and www.

BarnesandNoble.com.

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