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‘By Default: The Work of Jeffrey K. Fisher’ opens at Gallery North • B18

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Also: Crossword B10 • Town of Brookhaven Home and Garden Show B16 • SBU Sports B26 Easter happenings B29 ‘Elephant & Piggie’s “We Are in a Play”’ at the SCPA B31

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Permethrin/pyrethrin toxicity: a whole lotta shakin’ goin’ on

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This article was originally published in The onset of the symptoms occurs the June 12, 2012 issue of Arts and Lifestyles anywhere from one to three hours after Spring is finally here and flea and tick exposure. One will notice that the cat season is soon to follow. There are many starts having tremors that don’t stop. Depending on the concentration of over-the-counter flea and tick products available nowadays and it is much more permethrin in the product, the amount convenient to pick it up while we are out ingested or the sensitivity of the parpurchasing other items from the store. ticular cat, the tremors may be either very mild or severe. Unfortunately, there These tremors are danare either staff that are gerous for a few reanot qualified to answer sons: it causes a rapid questions about the rise in the body temproduct, or no one to perature, the cat can’t speak to at all. eat or drink so he/she One of the most becomes rapidly decommon ingredients hydrated, and these in the over-the-counter tremors release breaktopical flea and tick down products of muspreventatives is permecle metabolism that are thrin. Permethrin is toxic to the body (parin a class of chemicals By Matthew Kearns, DVM ticularly the kidneys). called pyrethroids, or Although the first synthetic pyrethrins. instinct is to remove the Pyrethrin is a naturally occurring compound derived from the flower Chrysan- remainder of the product from the skin to eliminate further exposure, that may themum cinerariaefolium. How do permethrin and other py- not always be the best option. If the cat is rethroids work? They are neurotox- already shaking pretty badly, the added ins and very effective against a host of stress and stimulation will only worsen external parasites. They affect certain the symptoms. Getting your cat to your portions of the central nervous system veterinarian or to the nearest emergency by causing hyperexcitability (tremors) clinic (if your vet is not open) so that the and, eventually, death. Luckily, perme- vet and staff can place an IV, put your cat thrins and other pyrethroids are toxic on fluids and give muscle relaxants beto insects and other parasites but do not fore washing may save their lives. When washing one has to use dish readily affect most mammals. Unfortusoap rather than shampoo to make sure nately, cats are one of the few mammals to get any residue off. After that it usuthat are very sensitive. How are cats exposed to this chemical? ally takes about one to three days for the Luckily, there are very few topical anti- chemical to clear the system. In some parasitics (medications to prevent fleas, cases your cat will have to spend the enticks and other external parasites) on the tire time at the animal hospital. Other market today for cats that contain per- times they can be released (if eating and methrin or other pyrethroids. However, drinking) on oral medication to reduce there are plenty of antiparasitics for dogs the tremors. The best (and least expensive) way to that contain permethrins. Most times it treat this is to be aware of the ingredients is the owner unknowingly applying their in any products you put on your cat. If dog’s medication on the cat (whether to save money or just not realizing) or there you are unsure, check with your veteriis a dog and a cat in the same household narian’s office first or purchase products that are very friendly and the cat gets the from your veterinarian’s office that are chemical on their fur. Permethrins can approved for cats. Dr. Kearns has been in practice for 16 be absorbed through the skin, but most years and is pictured with his son, Matthew, times the cat is grooming him or herself his dog, Jasmine. and ingests the compound.

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ART EXHIBITS Art League of Long Island The Art League of Long Island is located at 107 E. Deer Park Road in Dix Hills. Through March 29, the gallery will present Go Ape, which features artwork of AP art students on Long Island. For more information, call 631-462-5400 or visit www.artleagueli.org. Comsewogue Public Library The Comsewogue Public Library is located at 170 Terryville Road, Port Jefferson Station. During the month of March, the library will present Scroll Saw Portraits by Harry Savage. The exhibit may be seen during regular library hours. For more information, call 631-928-1212. Emma S. Clark Library The Emma S. Clark Memorial Library is located at 120 Main St., Setauket. Through the month of March, the library will present an exhibit titled Captured McGraphics by Jerry McGraw. The exhibit may be seen during regular library hours. For more information, call 631-941-4080.

Gallery North Gallery North is located at 90 North Country Road, Setauket. From March 27 to April 17, the gallery will present By Default: The Work of Jeffrey K. Fisher. An opening reception will be held on March 27 from 5 to 7 p.m. For further information, call 631751-2676. Harborfields Public Library The Harborfields Public Library is located at 31 Broadway, Greenlawn. Through the month of March, the library will present a multimedia exhibit by Women Sharing Art Inc. The exhibit may be seen during regular library hours. For more information, call 631-757-4200. Huntington Arts Council The Huntington Arts Council’s Main Street Gallery is located at 213 Main St., Huntington. Through April 4, the gallery will present a solo exhibit by Alice Riordan titled A Lifetime of Art — Drawing, Paintings, Sculpture. For more information, call 631271-8423 or visit www.huntingtonarts.org.

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‘Portrait in Blue’ by Sandra Benny will be on view at the Ripe Art Gallery through April 4.

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Huntington Public Library The Huntington Public Library is located at 338 Main St., Huntington. Through April 26, the library will present an exhibit by Annie Shaver-Crandell titled Views of Town and Country in the Main Art Gallery. The exhibit may be seen during regular library hours. For more information, call 631-427-5165. Long Island Museum The Long Island Museum is located at 1200 Route 25A, Stony Brook. Through April 26, the museum will present its annual student art exhibition, Colors of Long Island. Through Aug. 2 the museum will present Ansel Adams: Early Works, and American Horizons, East to West: Landscape Painting and Photography. For more information, call 631-751-0066 or visit www.longislandmuseum.org. Northport-East Northport Public Library The Northport Library is located at 151 Laurel Ave. in Northport. East Northport Public Library is located at 185 Larkfield Road, E. Northport. Through the month of March, students from the Northport-East Northport school district will showcase their drawings, paintings, photography and literary work in both libraries. The exhibits may be seen during regular library hours. For more information, call 631-261-2313. Northport Historical Society The Northport Historical Society is located at 215 Main St., Northport. From Feb. 8 to the end of May, the society will present an exhibit titled Signature, Northport, featuring the autographs and signatures of well-known figures such as Franklin D. Roosevelt and Betty Ford. For more information, call 631-757-9859. North Shore Public Library The North Shore Public Library is located at 250 Route 25A, Shoreham. Through the month of March, the library will present Nature Photography by Michael Heege. The exhibit may be seen during regular library hours. Call 631-929-4488 or visit www. northshorepubliclibrary.org. Port Jefferson Free Library The Port Jefferson Free Library is located at 100 Thompson St., Port Jefferson. Through the month of March, the library will present Still Life by Rebecca Mahan in the Meeting Room, and art by Laura Hill Timpanaro in the Tall and Flat Cases. The exhibits may be seen during regular library hours. For more information, call 631-473-0022. Port Jefferson Village Center The Port Jefferson Village Center, 101 E. Broadway, Port Jefferson will present a photography exhibit titled Historic Firehouse — Form and Function through April 30. For more information, call 631-802-2160. Ripe Art Gallery Ripe Art Gallery is located at 1028 Park Ave., Huntington. Through April 4, the gallery will present FEMinUS in celebration of Women’s History Month. For more information, call 631-239-1805 or visit www.ripeartgal.com. Sachem Public Library Sachem Public Library is located at 150 Holbrook Road, Holbrook. Through the month of March, the library will present Nature Photography by Michael Heege. The exhibit may be seen during regular library hours. For more information, call 631-588-5024.

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He hopes to use their addictions against them. By taking away what they depend on for survival, he would like to conquer a disease that ravages and, all too often, kills its victims. Geoffrey Girnun, an associate professor in the pathology department and the director of cancer metabolomics at Stony Brook, is looking closely at the addictions cancer has to certain pathways that normal cells do not. “It is really about starving the cancer,” he explained. “Perhaps what you feed the patient can starve the cancer.” Cancer has a ramped-up metabolism that handles nutrients differently, Girnun explained. Differences between normal cells and cancer can provide scientists and doctors with opportunities to develop selective treatments. Using mouse models, Girnun is exploring the role of different proteins that either promote or prevent various cancers. Recently, he has been studying one particular protein in the liver cell. Th is protein classically regulates the cell cycle, which is why fi nding it in the liver, which has non-dividing cells under normal conditions, was unusual. Girnun discovered that it promotes how the liver produces sugar, in the form of glucose, to feed organs such as the brain under normal conditions. In diabetic mice, the protein goes back to its classic role as a cell cycle regulator. “We’re using genetic and pharmaceutical mechanisms to dissect out whether increases in liver cancer associated with obesity in diabetics is dependent on this protein,” Girnun said. If he and other scientists can figure out how the protein that functions in one way can take on a different role, they might be able to stop that transformation. “It’s like a linebacker becoming a quarterback,” Girnun said. He wants to figure out “how to turn it back” into a linebacker. Girnun is exploring the metabolic pathways and signatures for liver cancer. If doctors are targeting one particular pathway, they might develop “personalized therapy that would help avoid treatments that wouldn’t be effective.”

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When he first spoke to the leadership at Stony Brook, including Ken Shroyer, the head of the pathology department, Yusuf Hannun, the director of the Cancer Center, and Lina Obeid, the dean of research at the School of Medicine, he felt as if he’d found a great match. Girnun has been so busy working with other researchers that managing collaborations has become a part-time job, albeit one he finds productive and exciting. Hannun said Girnun has identified “key investigators who are working on developing the field of nutrition and metabolomics.” Girnun is heading up a symposium on May 13th that focuses on innovations in basic and translational cancer metabolomics. The keynote speaker is Harvard Professor Pere Puigserver. While Girnun changed jobs, he hasn’t

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As the population ages, we see more and more osteoarthritis (OA); but as the population gets heavier, we see more; and as people become more active, we see more; and as the population becomes more sedentary (weakened muscles), we see more. The point is that age, although a strong factor, may not be the only one, and while there are conflicting contributors, there are many, nonetheless. Over 27 million people in the U.S. suffer from OA (1). Osteoarthritis is insidious, developing over a long period of time, and is chronic by nature. It is a top cause of disability (2). What can we do about it? It turns out that OA is not just caused by friction or mechanical breakdown based on age but rather on a multitude of factors including friction but also local inflammation, genes and metabolic processes at the cellular level (3). Being a more complicated process means that we may be able to prevent and treat it better than we thought through exercise, diet, medication, injections and possibly even with supplements. Let’s look at some of the research.

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In an older study, results showed that even a small 10-pound weight loss could result in an impressive 50 percent reduction of symptomatic knee OA over a 10-year period (4).

How can exercise be beneficial?

One of the exercises that most of us either can tolerate or actually enjoy is walking. We have heard that walking can be dangerous for exacerbating OA symptoms; the pounding can be harsh on our joints, especially our knees. Well, maybe not. Walking may have benefits. And once we figure out what exercise might be useful, in this case walking, how much should we do? In the Multicenter Osteoarthritis Study (MOST), results showed that walking may indeed be useful to prevent functional decline (5). But certainly not in

overweight or obese patients and not older patients, right? Actually, the patients in this study were a mean age of 67 and were obese, with a mean body mass index (BMI) of 31 kg/m2, and either had or were at risk of knee arthritis. In fact, the most interesting part of this study was that the researchers quantified the amount of walking needed to see a positive effect. The least amount to see a benefit was between 3250 and 3750 steps per day, measured by an ankle pedometer. The best results were seen in those walking >6000 steps per day, a relatively modest amount. This was random, unstructured exercise. In addition, for every 1000 extra steps per day, there was a 16 to 18 percent reduced risk of functional decline two years later.

Where does vitamin D fit in?

For the last decade or so, we thought vitamin D was the potential elixir for chronic diseases. If it were low, that meant higher risk for disease, and we needed to replete the levels. Well, a recent randomized controlled trial (RCT), the gold standard of studies, has shown that low vitamin D levels may indeed contribute to knee osteoarthritis (6). However, repleting levels of vitamin D did not seem to stem disease progression. In fact, it had no effect on the disease, to the bewilderment of the researchers. There was no change in joint space, knee pain, mobility or cartilage loss slowing. Hmm. The patients were supplemented with vitamin D 2000 IU for two years. There were 146 patients involved in the study. Blood levels of vitamin D were raised by 16.1 ng/ml in the treatment group to >36 ng/ml, which was significantly greater than the 2.1 ng/ml increase in the placebo group. Since the reasons for the results are unclear, work to maintain normal levels of vitamin D to possibly prevent OA, rather than wait to treat it later.

Acetaminophen may not live up to its popularity

Acetaminophen is a popular initial go-to drug for the treatment of osteoarthritis, but what does the research say about its effectiveness? The answer might surprise you. Although acetaminophen doesn’t have anti-inflammatory properties, it does have analgesic properties. However, in a recent meta-analysis (involving 137 studies), acetaminophen did not reduce the pain for OA patients (7). In this study, all other oral treatments were significantly better than acetaminophen including diclofenac, naproxen and ibuprofen as well as intra-articular (in the joint) injectables, such as hyaluronic acid and corticosteroids, except for an

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Vitamin d — you need it, but when?

oral cox-2 inhibitor, celecoxib, which was only marginally better.

What about NSAIDs?

NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) by definition help to reduce inflammation. However, they have side effects that may include gastrointestinal bleed and have a black box warning for heart attacks. Risk tends to escalate with a rise in dose. But now there is a new twist; the FDA has approved a new formulation of an NSAID, diclofenac (Zorvolex) (8). This formulation uses submicron particles, which are roughly 20 times smaller than the older version; since they provide a greater surface area that helps the drug to dissolve faster, they require less dosage. The approved dosage for OA treatment is 35 mg, three times a day. In a 602-patient, one-year duration, openlabel randomized controlled trial, the new formulation of diclofenac demonstrated improvement in pain, functionality and quality of life (9). The adverse effects, or side effects, were similar to the placebo. The only caveat is that there was a high dropout rate in the treatment group; only 40 percent completed the trial when they were dosed three times daily.

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Study results for this supplement combination or its individual components for the treatment of OA have been mixed. In a double-blind RCTß, the combination supplement improved joint space, narrowing and reducing the pain of knee OA over two years. However, the pain was reduced no more than was seen in the placebo

group (10). In a Cochrane meta-analysis review study (involving 43 RCTs) results showed that chondroitin with or without glucosamine reduced the symptom of pain modestly compared to placebo in short-term studies (11). However, the researchers stipulate that most of the studies were of low quality. So, think twice before reaching for the Tylenol. If you are having symptomatic OA pain, NSAIDs such as diclofenac may be a better choice, especially with SoluMatrix fine-particle technology that uses a lower dose and thus hopefully means fewer side effects. Even though results are mixed, there is no significant downside to giving glucosamine-chondroitin supplements a chance. However, if it does not work after 12 weeks, it is unlikely to have a significant effect. And above all else, if you need to lose weight and do, it would reduce your risk of OA significantly. REFERENCES (1) Arthritis Rheum. 2008;58:26-35. (2) Popul Health Metr. 2006;4:11. (3) Lancet. 1997;350(9076):503. (4) Ann Intern Med.1992;116:535-539. (5) Arthritis Care Res (Hoboken). 2014;66(9):1328-36. (6) JAMA. 2013;309:155-162. (7) Ann Intern Med. 2015;162:46-54. (8) FDA.gov. (9) ACR 2014 Annual Meeting: Abstract 249. (10) Ann Rheum Dis. Online Jan 6, 2014. (11) Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2015 Jan 28;1:CD005614. Dr. Dunaief is a speaker, author and local lifestyle medicine physician focusing on the integration of medicine, nutrition, fitness and stress management. For further information, go to the website www. medicalcompassmd.com and/or consult your personal physician.

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The Islip cluster of school district superintendents invite the public to attend Unite for the Fight: Communities Against Substance Abuse Forum on Monday, March 30, at Hauppauge High School, 500 Lincoln Blvd., Hauppauge from 7 to 9 p.m. Anthony Rizzuto, director of Seafield Center, will moderate a panel of experts to help build awareness about the substance abuse epidemic on Long Island. The Hauppauge High School Stage the Change Players will also perform original vignettes from a student’s perspective. Representatives from local agencies specializing in substance abuse and prevention will answer questions and provide drug testing kits. For more information, call 631-761-8306.

The Chai Center, 501 Vanderbilt Parkway, Dix Hills invites the public to join them in a Community Seder in celebration of the holiday of Pesach (Passover) on Friday, April 3, and Saturday, April 4, at 7:30 p.m. $55 adults, $30 children under 12. Advance reservations required by calling 631-351-8672 or by visiting www.thechaicenter.com/seder.

Bereavement support

Good Shepherd Hospice, 200 Belle Terre Rd., Port Jefferson offers bereavement services to anyone in the community who has experienced a loss through death. Upcoming services, led by a bereavement specialist, include a spousal/partner loss group from March 30 to May 18 from 2 to 3 p.m. and again from 5:30 to 7 p.m. and an adult child who has lost a parent group from March 31 to May 19 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Free but registration required by calling 631-642-4200.

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St. Anthony’s Outreach, 614 Route 25A, Rocky Point will offer an eight-week bereavement program for those who have suffered the loss of a spouse, parent or adult sibling on Tuesdays from April 7 to May 26. The meetings will be held from 10 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. Registration is free by calling 631-821-9450.

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The East Wind Inn and Conference Center, 5720 Route 25A, Wading River will host a free seminar titled “Life Altering Fatigue and Thyroid Problems” on Tuesday, March 31, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Presented by Margie and Richard Sears of County Seat Chiropractic and Nutritional Healing Center, this seminar is designed to provide answers for people suffering from weight loss resistance, low energy, hair loss, memory loss and depression and/or anxiety. To register, call 631-369-0999.

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women entrepreneurs lead nation’s economy The Village Times Herald is one of cally challenging times and have rerelatively few women-owned home- sponded accordingly. Some came “out town newspapers, even today, but as of the kitchen” and into the workplace we look back over our 39 years, how far when their children reached elementary school. Some set off to realize a women in business have come! Some years ago, the federal govern- special dream of owning a business ment dubbed March National Women’s that they had been nurturing for years History Month. The while they were somegoal was to honor the one else’s employee considerable achieveand maybe ran into ments of women in all the glass ceiling. areas of society, deSome found themspite the limitations selves in divorce imposed on women court with nowhere to by the same society. go financially but up. For example, incredSome were widows ibly, women have only who took over their had the right to vote husbands’ businesses since 1920. Women or, of necessity, starthave been elected to ed their own. Some Congress in signifiresponded to the need cant numbers only for a two-paycheck recently. income. And some Nowhere have the just started a “hobby,” efforts of women then followed where it outside the home took them. been more directly We proudly showfelt than in business. case local women in BY leah s. dunaief More than 60 perbusiness on the followcent of women in this ing pages. In a larger country are now employed outside the sense, they represent women throughhome. out our community who work at jobs Many of us are in business on our out of the home and balance the many own, and we are the driving force of the responsibilities of homemaking and American economy, which is being led perhaps child rearing with earning a by entrepreneurial startups throughout living. In their own words, these women the nation. More than half of these are speak of their particular satisfactions in businesses begun by women. Some of the women were caught the workplace. Perhaps their successes up in the corporate downsizing of the and their lives will serve to encourage early 1990s and sought employment by others who may be thinking about bestarting their own businesses. Some coming “Long Island Business and Prohave been laid off in today’s economi- fessional Women.”

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By Default: Setauket’s Gallery North celebrates the spirit and work of Jeffrey K. Fisher By Sue Wahlert

Gallery North is mourning the loss of illustrator and friend Jeffrey K. Fisher. Beginning Friday, March 27, the gallery honors this dynamic illustrator with a one-man show titled “By Default: The Work of Jeffrey K. Fisher.” Judith Levy, director of Gallery North, speaks of Fisher with both tears in her eyes and a smile on her face. “I knew Jeff for four and a half years. He helped me with a couple of important exhibitions. He was an exuberant person!” The name of the show evolved from a joke Fisher had with Levy in which he said he was “only in the Gallery’s shows by default.” It was his tongue-in-cheek way of joking about why his work was included in its shows. Fisher’s passing has left a void in the art community. Levy said the reception and show will “represent the spirit, the energy and the fun of Jeffrey Fisher.” Fisher, an award-winning artist, cast his spell on everyone he met. Adrian Sinnot, illustrator and friend of Fisher, shared words of praise, which will resonate with those who knew the artist. “He was a giant of a man both physically and artistically. At 6 feet 4 inches he towered over the members of the Berndt Toast Gang, the Long Island chapter of the National Cartoonists Society.” He continued to say that Jeff was a “prime example of a fellow artist who was always willing to help other artists in the highly competitive professional work they were engaged in.” From professional organizations such as the Society of Illustrators to his formation of the Long Island Drawing Studio in Smithtown, to the Joe Bohnam Project, Fisher left behind many people who miss his presence. Amanda Reilly, a freelance illustrator who was a student of Fisher’s for two years, at the Drawing Studio, is grateful for his guidance. “He always found the time to talk to me about my work and I will always remember the support and confidence he gave me. Through his continued criticism, he made me realize that I am always learning and growing.” Reilly laughed about the crazy drawing exercises he would make them do, such as drawing with their nondominate hand or with

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Below, artist Jeffrey K. Fisher at last year’s ‘the Drawn Word’ opening reception.

their feet. Reilly and other members of the studio are proudly renaming the studio “The Jeffrey K. Fisher Studio” to honor the commitment and dedication he shared with the students. Victor Juhasz, fellow illustrator, met Fisher in the early 2000’s when they were serving on the board of directors for the Society of Illustrators. Juhasz reflected, “Jeff was one of those guys who goofed around but when he talked about art and drawing he was utterly fluent and poetic.” Juhasz and Fisher worked together on the “Joe Bonham Project” where they would spend hours talking to wounded service members about their war experiences while documenting their stories through drawings. “I literally think of him almost every day,” said Juhasz. Fisher offered so much of his life and passion to the art community and his family. Sinnot added with pride, “[Fisher’s] passing leaves a great hole in the lives of the many thousands of people he touched through his teaching and his art. One of the great things we do as artists is to leave behind a part of ourselves in our work for future generations to share and enjoy.” “By Default” offers visitors an opportunity to experience an array of work that Fisher created over the years, which according to Levy “includes a variety of illustrations prepared for various books and other publications.” “To see one of Jeff ’s pieces brings him back to us if only for a moment. If you never had the chance to know Jeff, get to know his work, as he lives and breathes through it,” reflected Sinnot, Fisher’s friend and colleague of 25 years. Please join Gallery North on Friday, March 27, from 5 to 7 p.m. for the opening reception, which will not only honor Fisher but also keep alive his humor with live caricaturists and calligraphers drawing for guests. “By Default” will run from March 27 through April 17. Gallery North is located at 90 North Country Road in Setauket. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sundays from noon to 5 p.m. For more information contact Gallery North at 631-751-2676 or visit www.gallerynorth.org.

On the cover: ‘Dance of the Pachyderms,’ mixed media, by Jeffrey K. Fisher

Image from Gallery North

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gardening

Additions to the soil — what you may need and why By EllEn BarcEl

Mild weather will be here — soon, we hope — and, with it, gardening season. You’ve read up on various plants, made your plans, observed what worked and what didn’t in your and other gardens. You’re ready to roll up your sleeves and get your hands dirty. But, wait. Before you plant that first seed, give some consideration to the soil itself. Unless you’re planting only native plants or plants that are not heavy feeders, such as periwinkle or pachysandra or for trees, oak or pine, you need to add some things to the soil if your plans include a bountiful crop of say, tomatoes or roses. Here’s a rundown of some possible additions to your soil and why you might need them. • Compost is decomposed organic matter. It is the ideal soil addition for almost any plant. It’s rich in all kinds of nutrients that plants need. Compost also aerates the soil (particularly useful in clay soil) and holds moisture (particularly useful in very sandy soil). Besides, it keeps a lot of organic material out of the landfills. You take all those green clippings, shredded leaves, kitchen peels, etc., put them in your compost pile, and a number of months later, take out rich, organic matter to use on your plants. You can dig it into the soil or use as a top dressing. • Peat moss is also organic matter that can be added to the soil. It does many of the same things that compost does, such as loosen compacted soil, aerate the soil, hold moisture and add nutrients. Pete moss is in the pH range of 3.4 to 4.8, that is, it’s very acidic. If you already have very acidic soil, then this is probably not what you need. If, on the other hand, you need to lower the pH, say you have lots of rhodies or other plants that really need acidic soil and you don’t have it, then definitely consider adding peat moss. Another way of lowering the pH of the soil is by adding fertilizers such as Miracid or Holly-tone. • Since Long Island soil is extremely acidic (with minor exceptions), plants that do well in acidic soil will grow well

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above, roses prefer a soil pH of between 6.5 and 7, which is just slightly acidic or neutral. If your soil is substantially below this, as most long Island soil is, then you need to add lime; plants that are heavy feeders include melons, tomatoes (below), eggplant, squash and cucumbers.

here naturally. These include oak and pine, rhododendron, azaleas, blueberries, etc. But many plants that are a gardener’s favorite need a sweeter, that is more alkaline, soil. Most veggies, showy flowers and lawn grass are in this category. Check out each one you plan to grow for specifics and then test your soil, but chances are you’ll need to add lime to your soil to raise the pH. Follow the manufacturer’s directions and remember, some varieties of lime can take more than one growing season to decompose enough to be able to be taken up by the plants, so read each package carefully. An added note — lime also works if you are trying to turn your hydrangeas pink. • Since so much of Long Island’s soil is basically sand, you definitely need to put nutrients into the soil. One benefit of using compost is that you are adding these much needed nutrients with the compost. However, for heavy feeders, you might want to add additional fertilizer. This

could be in the form of compost tea, some organic commercial fertilizer or some chemical fertilizer — your choice. • Mulch helps virtually all plants. I

personally prefer an organic mulch such as pine bark because as it decomposes it amends the soil. But there are any number of acceptable mulches. Mulch keeps down weeds and helps to hold moisture in the soil. Remember to keep mulch away from the trunk of trees. • For lawns, pre-emergent weed killer may be needed. It should be applied before the weeds have actually started growing. Remember that combination products, those that contain both weed killer and fertilizer, can’t legally be used in Suffolk County until April 1 since fertilizer can’t be applied before that date. Of course with all the snow we’ve had, that may not be a problem if we still have snow on our lawns. A final note: many new homes have property that has virtually no topsoil at all. If this is your situation, you may want to have some delivered to help start your garden. If you are growing plants in containers, get a good quality potting soil rather than just digging up garden soil. So, as you begin the gardening season, make your list and stock up on what you need. Ellen Barcel is a freelance writer and master gardener. To reach Cornell Cooperative Extension and its Master Gardener program, call 631-727-7850.

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Times…and dates

March 26 to april 2, 2015

Thursday 26

SPLIA PreServATIon workShoP The Society for the Preservation of Long Island Antiquities, 161 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor will present a workshop titled How to Grow Your Organization Through Social Media with Elizabeth Finkelstein and Cristiana Pena, founders of CIRCA Old Houses, from 6 to 7 p.m. $30, $25 members. For more information or to register, call 692-4664 or visit www.splia.org. JoIn The converSATIon The Three Village Community Trust will present a talk titled "Where Am I? The Power of Uniqueness" at the Setauket Neighborhood House, 95 Main St., Setauket at 7:30 p.m. Followed by a discussion. Refreshments will be served. Free and open to all. For more information, call 689-0225. SBPwn meeTIng The Smithtown Business and Professional Women’s Network will hold a meeting at Giorgio’s, 224 Smithtown Blvd., Nesconset at 6 p.m. Evening includes dinner and time to network. Guest speakers will be Diane MacDonald from A Woman Alive and Ann Ball, Attorney at Law. For more information, visit www.sbpwn.org.

Friday 27 PIAnIST mArTIn kASIk In concerT Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, 1 Bungtown Rd., Cold Spring Harbor will present pianist Martin Kasik in concert at 6 p.m. in the Grace Auditorium. Tickets are $20 and will be sold at the door. For more information or to reserve seats, call 516-367-8455. chIneSe AucTIon FundrAISer The Holbrook Fire Department, 390 Terry Blvd., Holbrook will host a Chinese Auction to benefit Boy Scout Troop 336 at 7 p.m. Admission includes entry level tickets, coffee, tea and dessert. Featuring over 125 prizes and a 50/50 raffle. For more information, call 398-0842. PoeTS In PorT The Northport Arts Coalition will present Poets in Port at Caffe Portofino, 249 Main St., Northport at 7:30 p.m. Featured poet will be Russ Green. Open mic will follow. For more information, visit www.northportarts.org. JAzz In The LIvIng room The Smithtown Township Arts Council will present Jazz in the Living Room at the Mills Pond House, 660 Route 25A, St. James at 7:30 p.m. $5 for listeners, free for participants/players. For more information, call 862-6575.

Saturday 28 eASTer cenTerPIece workShoP Benner’s Farm, 56 Gnarled Hollow Rd., Setauket will present an Easter centerpiece workshop from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Wow your family and friends by creating a unique Easter centerpiece crafted with a variety of natural flowers and materials. Led by Cassie Benner. $35. For more information or to register, call 689-8172.

The Artesian Guitar Quartet will perform at Temple Isaiah on March 29 at 2 p.m. representatives from over 20 area organizations including Bidea-Wee, Family Service League, Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind and more. Adults and teens 16 and older welcome. For more information, call 588-5024.

Sunday 29 renAISSAnce cLuB meeTIng Temple Isaiah, 1404 Stony Brook Rd., Stony Brook will host a Renaissance Club Meeting at 1:30 p.m. For ages 50 and older featuring a concert and refreshments. Donations appreciated. For more information, call 862-1747 or 751-5557. ITALIAn cLArIneT TreASureS The Staller Center for the Arts at Stony Brook Univeristy will present a performance titled Italian Clarinet Treasures with clarinetist David John Davani and pianist Dmitry Glivinskiy in the Recital Hall at 4 p.m. Featuring the music of Mario CastelnuovoTedesco, Nino Rota, Domenico Liverani and Michele Mangani. Free and open to all. For more information, call 632-2787. vIneS And cAnIneS Martha Clara Vineyards, 6025 Sound Ave., Riverhead will present Vines and Canines at 10 a.m. Bring your dog down for an educational walk through the vineyard. Admission is a donation of nonperishable dog or cat food. For more information, call 298-0075. TrIAd concerT Temple Isaiah, 1404 Stony Brook Rd., Stony Brook will host a concert by the Artesian Guitar Quartet at 2 p.m. as part of the Triad Concert series presented by the Greater Port Jefferson Northern Brookhaven Arts Council and Temple Isaiah. Tickets are $15 adults, $8 seniors and students and will be sold at the door. For more information, call 902-1584 or 476-0763.

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Sound SymPhony orcheSTrA In concerT Comsewogue High School. 565 Bicycle Path, Port Jefferson Station will host the Sound Symphony Orchestra in concert at 2 p.m. Directed by Dorothy Savitch, the program includes Nielsen’s “Helios Overture,” Bartok’s “Romanian Folk Dances,” Brahm’s Symphony No. 2 and more. Tickets are $10 adults, $5 seniors and students, children under 12 free and will be sold at the door. For more information, visit www.soundsymphony.org. cIvIL wAr LecTure The Northport Historical Society, 215 Main St., Northport will present a "Sunday at the Society" Civil War lecture with author Richard F. Welch at 2 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. Admission is $5, free for members. For more information, call 757-9859 or visit www.northporthistorical.org. JAmeS mAddock In concerT The University Café at the Union Building at Stony Brook University will present James Maddock in concert at 2 p.m. as part of its Sunday Street Acoustic series. Tickets are $25 in advance at www.gpjac.org through March 27 or $30 (cash) at the door. For more information, call 632-1093. chocoLATe FeST The Academy Sports Complex, 875 Conklin St., Farmingdale will host the I Love Chocolate Fest from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Free samples, wine tasting, meet the Easter Bunny, free kids activities. Tickets are $12 adults, $9 seniors, $7 students, $6 kids 12 and under, 3 and under free. For more information, call 488-0521.

monday 30 No events listed on this day.

SPrIng FAIr The Smithtown United Methodist Church, 230 Middle Country Rd., Smithtown will hold its annual Spring Fair from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Shoppers will find craft items, Easter plants, gently used spring and Easter decorations, homemade baked goods and more. For more information, call 265-6945. STony Brook SymPhony orcheSTrA In concerT The Staller Center for the Arts at Stony Brook University will present the Stony Brook Symphony Orchestra in concert on the Main Stage at 8 p.m. Conducted by Eduardo Leandro and featuring flutist Ray Furuta, winner of the 2015 Graduate Concerto Competition. Program will include Beethoven’s Leonore Overture No. 3, C.P.E. Bach’s Flute Concerto in D minor and Peter Winkler’s Symphony. Tickets are $20 adults, $10 seniors and students. For more information, call 632-7330. nATure on The move Caumsett State Historic Park, 25 Lloyd Harbor Rd., Huntington will present a slow to moderately paced 4-mile adult hike to observe and discuss the fields and woods of the western section of Caumsett from 12:30 to 2:45 p.m. $4. Advance registration required by calling 423-1770. voLunTeer FAIr Sachem Public Library, 150 Holbrook Rd., Holbrook will hold its 3rd annual Volunteer Fair from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Meet with * All numbers are in (631) area code unless otherwise noted.

Photos from David Davani

From left, David John Davani and Dmitry Glivinskiy will perform Italian clarinet treasures at the Staller Center on March 29 at 4 p.m.

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Tuesday 31 Book signing Book Revue, 313 New York Ave., Huntington will present authors Marc Peyser and Timothy Dwyer who will speak about and sign copies of their new book, "Hissing Cousins: The Untold Story of Eleanor Roosevelt and Alice Roosevelt Longworth," at 7 p.m. For more information, call 271-1442.

Wednesday 1 UpshaW and kalish in concerT The Staller Center for the Arts at Stony Brook University will present singer Dawn Upshaw and pianist Gilbert Kalish in concert at 8 p.m. in the Recital Hall. Tickets are $48. For more information, call 632-2787.

Thursday 2 lecTUre aT avalon Barn Avalon Park and Preserve in Stony Brook will present a “Animals, Art and Meaning” with George Bumann at the Avalon Barn at 60 Shep Jones Lane at 7 p.m. as part of its lecture series. Follow George on an artistic journey as he tells the story of one of Yellowstone’s most famous wolves through a live sculpture demonstration. Free and open to all. For more information, call 689-0619. Book signing Book Revue, 313 New York Ave., Huntington will present author Marcia Byalick who will speak about and sign copies of her book, "Whose Eyes Are These?" at 7 p.m. For more information, call 271-1442. civil War roUndTaBle meeTing The North Shore Civil War Roundtable will hold a meeting at the South Huntington Public Library, 145 Pidgeon Hill Rd., Huntington Station at 7 p.m. Guest speaker will be James B. Conroy who will discuss his book, “Our One Common Country,” followed by a Q-and-A period. Free and open to all. For more information, call 757-8117 or 549-4411.

Film ‘symphony oF The soil’ Harborfields Public Library, 31 Broadway, Greenlawn will screen the documentary “Symphony of the Soil” on March 26 at 6:30 p.m. Followed by a Q-and-A session with a panel of speakers. Free and open to all. No registration required. For more information, call 757-4200. ‘The Theory oF everyThing’ The East Northport Public Library, 185 Larkfield Rd., E. Northport will screen “The Theory of Everything” on March 27 at 2 p.m. Rated PG-13. Free and open to all. For more information, call 261-2313. ‘The homesman’ The Staller Center for the Arts at Stony Brook University will screen “The Homesman” on March 27 at 7 p.m. Rated R. $9 adults, $7 students and seniors. For more information, call 632-2787. ‘roseWaTer’ The Staller Center for the Arts at Stony Brook University will screen “Rosewater” on March 27 at 9:15 p.m. Rated R. $9 adults, $7 students and seniors. For more information, call 632-2787. ‘shoWer’ The Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington will screen “Shower” on March 29 at 11 a.m. as part of its Sunday Schmooze series. Hosted by Fred Craden. $15, $10 members includes brunch at 10 a.m. For more information, call 423-7611 or visit www.cinemaartscentre.org. Film FeasT The Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington will present its 2nd annual Film Feast on March 29 at 6:30 p.m. An evening highlighting local food, the people who produce it and the difference it can make. Eight short films will be paired with the food featured in the film. $60, $50 members. For more information, call 423-7611 or visit www.cinemaartscentre.org.

Theater 'The TrUe essex sTory' The Whaling Museum, 279 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor will present "The True Essex Story" on March 27 and 28 at 8 p.m. Enjoy a live performance in the museum's 1800's whaleboat exploring the true story behind Moby Dick. Wine and cheese will be served from 7 to 8 p.m. Tickets are $20 per person, $35 per couple. For more information, call 367-3418.

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Singer/songwriter James Maddock will perform in concert at the Union Building on the campus of Stony Brook University on March 29 at 2 p.m. FesTival oF one-acT plays Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson will present its 18th annual Festival of six One-Act Plays through April 4 on its Second Stage. Tickets are $18 each. For more information, call 928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com. ‘JesUs chrisT sUpersTar’ The CM Performing Arts Center, 931 Montauk Hwy., Oakdale will present the musical "Jesus Christ Superstar" through April 26. Tickets range from $20 to $29. For more information, call 2182810 or visit www.cmpac.com. ‘a chorUs line’ The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport will present the musical "A Chorus Line" through May 10. Tickets are $69. For more information, call 261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com. ‘spamaloT’ Mt. Sinai High School, 110 North Country Rd., Mt. Sinai will present "Spamalot" on March 26, 27 and 28 at 7:30 p.m. in the school auditorium. Tickets are $15 adults, $7 for students and senior citizens. For more information or to reserve tickets, call 870-2882. ‘my moTher’s iTalian, my FaTher’s JeWish and i’m in Therapy!’ Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson will host the national touring production of “My Mother’s Italian, My Father’s Jewish and I’m in Therapy!” from April 8 to May 10. Tickets are $44 on Wednesdays and Thursdays, $49 on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. For more information, call 928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com. ‘The lasT 5 years’ SoLuna Studio, 659 Old Willets Path, Hauppauge will present the musical “The Last 5 Years” from April 10 to 26. Tickets are $15 in advance by calling 761-6602 or $20 at the door. For more information, visit www.SoLunaStudioNY.com. ‘violeT’ The Smithtown Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E. Main St., Smithtown will present the award-winning-musical “Violet” from April 18 to May 17. $35 adults, $20 students. For more information, call 724-3700 or visit www.smithtownpac.org.

Farmers markets hUnTingTon sTaTion WinTer Farmers markeT Jack Abrams School, 155 Lowndes Ave., Huntington Station is hosting a Winter Farmers Market from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Sunday through April 26. Featuring vendors with fresh regional produce and artisanal food, demonstrations, live music. For a list of vendors, visit www.longislandfarmersmarkets.com. porT JeFFerson Farmers WinTer markeT The Port Jefferson Farmers Winter Market will be held indoors at the Village Center, 101A E. Broadway, Port Jefferson every Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. through the end of April. For more information, call 802-2160. riverhead indoor Farmers markeT The Riverhead Farmers Market will be held indoors at 211 E. Main St., Riverhead every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and every Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. through April. For more information, call 727-7840 or 208-8159.

For seniors seniors’ clUB The Seniors’ Club of the North Shore Jewish Center, 385 Old Town Road, Port Jefferson Station meets every Tuesday, except holidays, in the ballroom of the synagogue from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Varied programs each week, including films, entertainers, games, trips and lectures. Book Club and Yiddish Club. Call 732-5823 for more information.

reunions The Port Jefferson High School Class of 1965 will hold its 50th reunion in August 2015 at the Old Field Club. Members of the ELVHS class of 1965 are asked to contact Barbara (Bone) Romonoyske at barb51147@gmail.com or Doug Casimir at dougcasimir@gmail.com for details.

vendors Wanted → The Whaling Museum, 279 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor is seeking vendors for its Green Arts Eco-Fair on April 18. For more information, call 367-3418. → The United Methodist Church of Lake Ronkonkoma is seeking vendors for its annual Spring Festival and Quilt Show on May 2 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (rain date May 9). For more information, call 588-4338 or email umclr@verizon.net. → The Huntington Historical Society is seeking vendors for its 31st annual Sheep to Shawl Festival on May 3 at the Dr. Daniel W. Kissam House, 434 Park Ave., Huntington from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, call 427-7045, ext. 401. → The East End Arts Council is seeking crafts and artisan vendors for the 19th annual Community Mosaic Street Painting Festival on May 24 from noon to 5 p.m. in downtown Riverhead. For more information, call 727-0900 or email agomberg@eastendarts.org. → The Art League of Long Island is seeking artists and craftspeople for its annual Art in the Park Fine Art and Craft Fair on May 30 and 31 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. held rain or shine. Deadline to reserve is May 10. For more information, call 462-5400, ext. 227, or visit www.artleagueli.org to download prospectus. → The Setauket Presbyterian Church, 5 Caroline Ave., Setauket is seeking vendors for its Summer Mission Fair on the Village Green on June 6 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The application can be accessed at www.setauketpresbyterian.org. For more information please call 914-843-8586. → The Huntington Historical Society is seeking vendors for its annual Heritage Craft Fair at the Dr. Daniel Kissam House Museum, 434 Park Ave., Huntington on June 13 and 14. For more information, call 427-7045, ext. 404.

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Religious ASSEMBLIES OF GOD

STONY BROOK CHRISTIAN ASSEMBLY Connecting to God, Each Other and the World

400 Nicolls Road, E. Setauket (631) 689–1127 • Fax (631) 689–1215

www.stonybrookchristian.com Pastor Troy Reid Weekly Schedule Sunday Worship w/nursery 10 am Kidmo Children’s Church • Ignited Youth Fellowship and Food Always to Follow Tuesday Evening Prayer: 7 pm Thursday Morning Bible Study w/Coffee & Bagels: 10 am Friday Night Experience “FNX” for Pre K-Middle School: 6:30 pm Ignite Youth Ministry: 7:30 pm Check out our website for other events and times

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38 Mayflower Avenue, Smithtown NY 11787 631–759–6083 resurrectionsmithtown@gmail.com www.resurrectionsmithtown.org Fr. Jack Custer, SSL., STD., Pastor Cantor Joseph S. Durko Divine Liturgy: Sunday, 11:15am followed by fellowship in the parish hall. Holy Days: 7:00pm. See website for days and times. Faith Formation for All Ages: Sunday School (Ages 4-13), alternate Sundays at 10:00am ByzanTeens (14-18), alternate Tuesdays at 7:00pm Adult Faith Formation: Mondays at 7:00pm. See the website for current topics and schedule. The Sacraments: Baptism, Chrismation and Eucharist for infants, children and adults arranged by appointment. Sacrament of Matrimony arranged by appointment. Sacrament of Repentance: Sundays 10:50 to 11:05am and before or after all other services. HOLY WEEK AND PASCHA: Willow Sunday, March 29: 11:15am Divine Liturgy with blessing of branches Great Monday, March 30: 7 pm Bridegroom Matins Great Wednesday, April 1: 7 pm Divine Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts with Holy Anointing for Healing Great Thursday, April 2: 7 pm Diving Liturgy of St. Basil with Vespers Great Friday, April 3: 7 pm Vespers and Procession with Burial Shroud Great Saturday, April 4: 10am Jerusalem Matins followed by blessing of Paschal foods at noon PASHA, Sunday, April 5: 10am Paschal Procession, Resurrection Matins, Diving Liturgy following by blessing of Paschal foods. Bright Monday, April 6: 7pm Divine Liturgy with Paschal Procession All services in English. A parish of the Byzantine Catholic Eparchy of Passaic.

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www.www.infantjesus.org Reverend Patrick M. Riegger, Pastor Associates: Rev. Francis Lasrado & Rev. Rolando Ticllasuca 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*

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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 Religious Education: (631) 928-0447 Parish Outreach: (631) 331-6145 Our Lady of Wisdom Regional School: (631) 473-1211

Lent/Easter Mass Schedule Holy Monday: Confessions 3 pm-9 pm in the Lower Church Holy Thursday: 4 pm (Family Mass) and 8 pm Mass in the Chapel* Eucharistic Adoration in the Church until Midnight Good Friday: 3 pm Mass in the Chapel, 6:30 Spanish Mass in the Church 8 pm Station of the Cross Prayer Service in the Chapel* Holy Saturday: 11 am Blessing of Easter Foods in the Church 8 pm Easter Vigil Mass in the Chapel Easter Sunday: 7:30 am, 8:45 am (Spanish), 10:30 am, and 12 pm in the Church 8:30 am, 10 am, and 11:30 am (Family Mass) in the Chapel* 10:45 am and 12:15 pm in Montfort Hall (Parish Center)

ST. JAMES ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH 429 Rt. 25A, Setauket, NY 11733 Phone/Fax: (631) 941–4141

Mission Statement: In faith we come together to celebrate the Eucharist as a Parish Family; and as a Catholic community of faith, we are sent to be Christ to the world around us. Weekday Masses: Monday – Saturday 8:00 am Weekend Masses: Saturday Vigil 5:00 pm Sunday 8:00am, 9:30 am (family), 11:30 am (choir), 6:00 pm (Youth) Office Hours: Monday–Thursday 9:00 am – 2:00 pm, Friday 9:00 am – 12:00 pm, Saturday 9:00 am – 2:00 pm, Baptisms: Sundays at 1:30 pm (except during Lent) Reconciliation: Saturdays 4:00 – 4:45 pm or by appointment Anointing Of The Sick: by request Holy Matrimony: contact the office at least 9 months before desired date Confessions Holy Week Schedule 2015 Sacrament of Reconcilation Confessions will be heard in the church Thursday, March 26 & Friday, March 27 immediately following the 8 am and 12 noon masses Monday, March 30 Confessions will be heard in the church Immediately after the 8 am and 12 noon masses From 4:30 pm until 6:00 pm and from 7:00 pm until 8:00 pm Holy Thursday, April 2 Morning prayer at 8:00 am Mass of the Lord’s Supper at 8:00 pm Followed by prayers before the Blessed Sacrament until Midnight Good Friday, April 3 Morning prayer at 8:00 am Youth groups Stations of the Cross - 12 noon Celebration of the Lord’s Passion - 3:00 pm Evening Prayer & Veneration of the Cross - 8:00 pm Holy Saturday, April 4 Morning prayer at 8:00 am The Great Easter Vigil - 8:00 pm Easter Sunday, April 5 Mass at West Meadow Beach - 5:30am Masses at 8:00am, 9:30am and 11:30am in the church And at 9:45 and 11:45am in the Parish Center

CONGREGATIONAL MT. SINAI CONGREGATIONAL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST

233 North Country Road, Mt. Sinai • (631) 473–1582 www.mtsinaichurchli.org “No matter who you are or where you are on life’s journey, you are welcome here” The Rev. Dr. Diane C. Samuels, Minister Sunday Services at 9 am & 11 am Sunday School and childcare oﬀered at the 9 am service and open to all infants to 8th grade. Youth Group Thursday nights at 6:30 pm for grades 5–12. Last Sundays of the month: 11 am Welcome Sunday Service A service welcoming those with differing abilities We are an Open and Affirming Congregation.

EPISCOPAL

ALL SOULS EPISCOPAL CHURCH “Our little historic church on the hill” across from the Stony Brook Duck Pond

Main Street, Stony Brook • (631) 751–0034

www.allsouls–stonybrook.org • allsoulsepiscopalchurch@verizon.net Please come and welcome our new Priests: The Rev. Dr. Richard Visconti, Priest–In–Charge The Rev. Dr. Farrell Graves, Priest Associate Sunday Holy Eucharist: 8 and 9:30 am Religious instruction for children follows the 9:30 am Service 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 CHURCH OF BROOKHAVEN

1 Dyke Road on the Village Green, Setauket Web site: www.carolinechurch.net Parish Office email: office@carolinechurch.net (631) 941–4245

The Rev. Cn. Dr. Richard D. Visconti, Rector The Rev. Dr. Farrell Graves, Priest Associate Sunday Services: 8:00 am, 9:30 am and 11:15 am Church School/Child Care at 9:30 am Church School classes now forming. Call 941–4245 for registration Weekday Holy Eucharist’s: Thursday 12:00 noon Healing Service– First Fri. of the month 7:30 pm (rotating: call Parish Oﬃce for location) Youth, Music and Service Programs oﬀered Let God walk with you as part of our family–friendly community.

CHRIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH 127 Barnum Ave., Port Jefferson (631) 473–0273 email: ccoffice@christchurchportjeff.org www.christchurchportjeff.org

Father Anthony DiLorenzo: Priest–In–Charge Sunday Eucharist: 8 am and 10 am/Wednesday 10 in our chapel Sunday School and Nursery at 9:30 am Our ministries: Welcome Inn on Mondays at 5:45 pm AA meetings on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7 pm/Prayer Group on Wednesdays at 10:30 am/Bible Study on Thursdays at 10 am. 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

Knowing Christ...Making Him Known

322 Route 25A, East Setauket • (631) 941–3670 www.3vc.org

Lead Pastor Josh Moody Sunday Worship Schedule 9:15 am:Worship Service Sunday School (Pre–K – Adult), Nursery 10:30 am: Bagel/Coﬀee Fellowship 11:00 am: Worship, Nursery, Pre–K, Cornerstone Kids (Gr. K–4) We oﬀer weekly Teen Programs, Small Groups, Women’s Bible Studies (day & evening) & Men’s Bible Study Faith Nursery School for ages 3 & 4 Join us as we celebrate 55 years of proclaiming the good news of Jesus Christ!

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JEWISH

CHABAD AT STONY BROOK

“Judaism with a smile” Future site: East side of Nicolls Rd, North of Rte 347 –Next to Fire Dept. Current location: 821 Hawkins Ave., Lake Grove (631) 585–0521 • (800) My–Torah • www.ChabadSB.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 www.ChabadSB.com Chabad at Stony Brook University – Rabbi Adam & Esther Stein

CORAM JEWISH CENTER

Young Israel of Coram 981 Old Town Rd., Coram • (631) 698–3939 YIC.org – YoungIsraelofCoram@gmail.com

RABBI DR. MORDECAI & MARILYN GOLSHEVSKY RABBI SAM & REBECCA GOLSHEVSKY

“THE ETERNAL FLAME–THE ETERNAL LIGHT” Weekly Channel #20 at 11 am Shabbat Morning Services 9 am Free Membership. No building fund. Free Hebrew School. Bar/Bat Mitzvah Shabbat and Holiday Services followed by hot buffet. Adult Education Institute. Women’s Education Group–International Lectures and Torah Study. Adult Bar/Bat Mitzvah. Kaballah Classes. Jewish Holiday Institute. Tutorials for all ages. FREE HEBREW SCHOOL 2014–2015 Rsvp and details (631)698–3939 Member National Council of Young Israel a world–wide organization. All welcome regardless of knowledge or observance level.

NORTH SHORE JEWISH CENTER 385 Old Town Rd., Port Jefferson Station (631) 928–3737 www.NorthShoreJewishCenter.org

We welcome our new rabbi, Rabbi Aaron Benson Cantor Daniel Kramer, Rabbi Emeritus Howard Hoffman Executive Director Marcie Platkin Services: Daily morning and evening minyan Friday at 8 pm; Saturday 8:45 am and one hour before sundown • Tot Shabbat Family Kehillah • Sisterhood • Men’s Club • Seniors Club • Youth Group Award–winning Religious School • Teen Community Service Program Nursery School • Mommy and Me • Preschool Summer Program Continuing Ed • Adult Bar/Bat Mitzvah • Judaica Shop Thrift Shop • Kosher Catering Panel We warmly welcome you to our Jewish home. Come worship, study and enjoy being Jewish with our caring NSJC family. Member United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism.

TEMPLE ISAIAH (REFORM)

1404 Stony Brook Road, Stony Brook • (631) 751–8518 A warm and caring intergenerational community dedicated to learning, prayer, social action, and friendship.

RABBI SHARON L. SOBEL CANTOR MICHAEL F. TRACHTENBERG RABBI EMERITUS STEPHEN A. KAROL RABBI EMERITUS ADAM D. FISHER

Member Union for Reform Judaism Sabbath Services Friday 7 pm and Saturday 10 am Monthly Family Service • Monthly Tot Shabbat • Religious School Youth Groups • Senior Club • Adult Education • Chavurah Groups • Early AM Studies • Sisterhood • Brotherhood • PT

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PRESBYTERIAN

MESSIAH LUTHERAN CHURCH & PRESCHOOL

SETAUKET PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

Rev. Charles Bell, Pastor Lent Mid-Week Services: Maundy Thursday, April 2 – 11 am & 7:30 pm Good Friday, April 3 – 11 am & 7:30 pm Easter, April 5 - 8 am & 10:15 am with Breakfast/Egg Hunt at 9 am We welcome all to join us for worship & fellowship Sunday Worship Services 8:15 am, 9:30 am & 11 am–Sunday School at 9:30 am NYS Certified Preschool & Day Care Program Please call for details

Rev. Mary Barret Speers, Pastor Rev. Kate Jones Calone, Assistant Pastor

465 Pond Path, East Setauket (631)751–1775 www.messiahny.com

LUTHERANELCA ST. PAULS LUTHERAN CHURCH

309 Patchogue Road, Port Jefferson Station (631)473–2236 Rev. Paul A. Downing, Pastor

pastorpauldowning@yahoo.com • cell 347–423–3623

Service Schedule Sundays 8:30 and 10:30 am Holy Communion 9:30 am Bagel and Bible Sunday School during 10:30 service Wednesday Night Service: Holy Communion 7:30 pm ~ All are Welcome Sunday, March 29 Palm Sunday Services with Procession of Palms Every Evening During Holy Week at 7:30 pm

METHODIST

BETHEL AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH

5 Caroline Avenue ~ On the Village Green ~ (631) 941–4271 • www.setauketpresbyterian.org Email: setauketpresbyterian@verizon.net

Sunday Morning Worship at 9:30 am With Childcare & Children’s Church School Adult Christian Education Classes and Service Opportunities All are welcome to join this vibrant community for worship, music (voice and bell choirs), mission (local, national and international), and fellowship. Call the church ofﬁce or visit our website for current information on chuch activities. SPC is a More Light Presbyterian Church and part of the Covenant Nework of Presbyterians working toward a church as generous and just as God’s grace.

UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP AT STONY BROOK

380 Nicolls Road • between Rte 347 & Rte 25A (631) 751–0297 • www.uufsb.org • oﬃce@uufsb.org

Rev. Margaret H. Allen (minister@uufsb.org)

Religious Education at UUFSB: Unitarian Universalism accepts wisdom from many sources and offers non-dogmatic religious education for children from 3-18 to foster ethical and spiritual development and knowledge of world religions. Classes Sunday morning at 10:30 am. Childcare for little ones under three. Senior High Youth Group meetings Sunday evenings. Registration is ongoing. For more information: dre@uufsb.org. • Adult and Children’s Choirs • Labyrinth Walks, Tai Chi, Chi Gong, Grounds & Sounds Café

UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP OF HUNTINGTON

33 Christian Ave/ PO2117 E. Setauket NY 11733 (631)941 3581 Rev. Gregory L. Leonard–Pastor

109 Brown’s Road, Huntington, NY 11743 631–427–9547

COMMACK UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

minister (minister@uufh.org) Starr Austin, religious educator (dreuufh@gmail.com) Whoever you are, whomever you love, wherever you are on your life’s journey, you are welcome here. Celebrate Easter and Passover with us Progressive Community Seder Saturday, April 4, 6 pm Easter Sunday, April 5 “How Do We Find Meaning and Hope, When They Are Sometimes Hidden?” 10:30 am Our services offer a progressive, non-creedal message with room for spiritual seekers. Services and Religious Education each Sunday at 10:30 am Youth Group, Lifespan Religious Education for Adults, Adult and Children’s Choirs Participants in the Huntington Interfaith Housing Initiative Find us on Facebook and Twitter

Sunday Worship 11 am Adult Sunday School 9:45 am/ Children 11 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 Good Friday Fish Dinner, Friday, April 3 at 5 pm RSVP 631-582-3947

486 Townline Road, Commack Church Office: (631)499–7310 Fax: (631) 858–0596 www.commack–umc.org • mail@commack–umc.org Rev. Linda Bates–Stepe, Pastor

SETAUKET UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 160 Main Street, Corner of 25A and Main Street East Setauket • (631) 941–4167

Rev. Sandra B. Mantz, Pastor

www.setauketumc.org • SUMCNY@aol.com Sunday Worship Service & Church School 10 am 10 am Worship with Holy Communion Mary & Martha Circle (Women’s Ministry) monthly on 2nd Tuesday 7:00 pm Adult Bible Study Sunday 8:30 am Bible Study at the Parsonage Tuesday 7:30 pm Bible Study at the Church Thursday 11 am

To be listed in the Religious Directory, please call 751–7663

www.uufh.org

Rev. G. Jude Geiger,

UNITY UNITY CHURCH OF HEALING LIGHT 203 East Pulaski Rd., Huntington Sta. (631) 385–7180 www.unityhuntingtonny.org

Rev. Saba Mchunguzi

Unity Church of Healing Light is committed to helping people unfold their Christ potential to transform their lives and build spiritual community through worship, education, prayer and service. Sunday Worship & Church School 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Night Prayer Service 7:30 p.m. Sign Language Interpreter at Sunday Service

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SBU

March 26-April 1, 2015

SPORTSWEEK STONY BROOK UNIVERSITY

Tomorrow is Friday — wear red on campus!

THE QUOTE

‘We’ll have the same approach when we play Vermont next week. Not sure you can look past anyone in this league.’ — BRODY EASTWOOD

Photos from SBU

Left, Kylie Ohlmiller collected America East Rookie of the Week honors after scoring at least one goal in each of her first seven games. Above, Alyssa Fleming, who earned a Defensive player of the Week nod, passes the ball.

SBU uses 8-0 second-half run to beat New Hampshire, 13-4

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The Stony Brook women’s lacrosse team Rubino], who received her second yellow scored eight unanswered goals to end card in the first half, a bunch of our kids the game for a conference-opening win brought their game to a diﬀerent level over the University of New Hampshire, and were key contributors.” Saturday, 13-4. The Wildcats struck first in the secSophomore attack Courtney Mur- ond half and pulled to within one, 5-4, phy recorded three goals and one assist, at the 27:16 mark, but freshman attack and junior attack Taylor Ranftle dished a Kylie Ohlmiller controlled the ensuing game-high four assists draw and found Murfor Stony Brook (7-0, ‘Today was a dangerous phy for a goal to put the 1-0 America East). Seback at two, 6-4, game for our team coming lead nior midfielder Amber at 26:38. Kupres picked Kupres scored three off [an] emotional win at up the draw control, goals and became the Florida, and I felt our kids and sophomore attack seventh player in proand midfielder Dorrien gram history to reach answered the bell in the Van Dyke put in an un100 career goals. assisted tally for a 7-4 second half.’ She currently ranks Stony Brook advantage — JOE SPALLINA seventh on the school’s at 25:04. all-time goals ledger, with 101 career goals. Ranft le connected with Kupres for The Seawolves played the final 30:48 the third time to give the Seawolves an without senior midfielder Michelle Rubino, 8-4 lead with 15:39 to play. who carded out with 48 seconds left in the The two sides remained scoreless unfirst half. til Ohlmiller broke through at 6:58, and “Today was a dangerous game for Van Dyke followed at the five-minute our team coming oﬀ [an] emotional win mark to stretch the margin to six, 10-4. at Florida, and I felt our kids answered Late goals by sophomore midfielder the bell in the second half,” Stony Brook Kristin Yevoli, freshman midfielder Sahead coach Joe Spallina said. “Playing mantha DiSalvo and junior attack and without our top midfielder [Michelle midfielder Natalie Marciniak capped the

game-ending 8-0 run. Eight diﬀerent Seawolves scored at least one goal and 10 tallied at least one point. Nine of Stony Brook’s 13 goals were assisted. “Once again, the majority of our goals were assisted, and we held another quality opponent to 10 shots,” Spallina said. “These are all good signs as we move closer to our goals.” Stony Brook is unblemished through seven games for the first time in program history. The team’s defense held its opponent to single-digit goals for the 25th time in 28 games and sixth time in seven games this season. Ohlmiller has recorded multiple points and at least one goal in each of her first seven collegiate games, earning her an America East Rookie of the Week nod for the third consecutive week. The American East also recognized junior defender Alyssa Fleming as Defensive Player of the Week. Rubino moved into a tie for fift h in school history, with 112 career goals. Stony Brook returned to LaValle Stadium and begins a four-game home swing Tuesday against Rutgers University, but results were not available by press time.

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Eastwood, Rooney lead the way in 12-6 win Maciejewski has seven saves, Eastwood scores four goals Junior attack Brody Eastwood scored four goals and senior midfielder Mike Rooney added a goal and six assists to lead the Stony Brook men’s lacrosse team to a 12-6 win over the University of Maryland Baltimore County Saturday at Kenneth P. LaValle Stadium. Rooney assisted on each of Eastwood’s four goals and scored or assisted on seven of the Seawolves’ final 10 goals. Stony Brook (6-2, 1-1 America East) outscored UMBC (2-5, 0-2), 7-1, after the Retrievers tied the game at 5-5 with 6:47 left in the third quarter. Junior midfielders Challen Rogers and Frank Lucatuorto added two goals apiece. Freshman goalkeeper Brandon Maciejewski made seven saves to record his second victory of the season. “I thought it was good for our guys to get our first league win,” Stony Brook head coach Jim Nagle said. “Credit to

UMBC for the way they played. They had a tough game last week, so we knew they would make the necessary adjustments and play with the necessary resolve. They have an experienced group, especially on defense, which gave us problems. We didn’t play pretty, but in the end, we got the win.” UMBC scored two goals eight seconds apart in the third quarter to tie the game and had a shot attempt on the door step, but was stoned by Maciejewski. “I was excited to be out there,” Maciejewski said. “I knew I had to play to the best of my ability in a conference game we needed to have.” After a successful clear, Rooney found Eastwood cutting to the crease for the score. It was the first of four straight goals for Stony Brook. “I felt like we weren’t really playing our game for the first two-and-a-half quarters, Rooney said. “I thought we carried some momentum from the third into the fourth quarter with some late saves and goals.” Stony Brook scored nine of its 12 goals in the second half, including six in the fourth quarter. Lucatuorto’s two goals are a career-high. He had tallied one goal in 30 games prior to the matchup. He also combined with sophomore midfielder Jay Lindsay to win 17 draws. Lucatuorto was 13-of-16 and Lindsay was 4-of-6 at the ‘X’. The Seawolves had 28 ground balls to UMBC’s 18, and both teams were 12-for14 on clear attempts. Rooney is 13 points away from becoming the fourth player in school history to reach 200 career points. He’s tallied 36 points over the last five games. He also moved into third place all-time with

File photos from SBU

Above, Challen Rogers races up the field with the ball in a previous contest. Left, Mike Rooney moves around the cage while he looks to make his move.

83 assists. “After the Albany loss, we just wanted to have a great week of practice going into today’s game,” Eastwood said. “We’ll have the same approach when we

play Vermont next week. Not sure you can look past anyone in this league.” Stony Brook will head to the University of Vermont to take on the Catamounts on Saturday, March 28 at 1:30 p.m.

Big inning dooms Seawolves, 8-3

Parenty went 3-for-3 with two RBIs, Peragine drew three walks and scored two runs A six-run second inning by the Creighton University Bluejays doomed the Seawolves, as they fell on Sunday at Joe Nathan Field, 8-3, after cancellations on Friday and Saturday. “It was good to get one game in this weekend against a very good Creighton team,” Stony Brook head coach Matt Senk said. “This week we were on both sides of a big inning. [Last] Tuesday, it helped us get a big win and today it kept us from getting the win.” The Creighton bats came out swinging against Stony Brook starter Tyler Honahan. The Seawolves survived the first inning trailing just 1-0 after Honahan worked out of a bases loaded jam, but the second frame was a different story as the Bluejays scored six runs on eight hits. Junior outfielder Jack Parenty continued his hot streak by going 3-for-3 with

two RBIs. He is 12-for-28 over his last seven games. Senior infielder Cole Peragine drew three walks and scored two runs from his leadoff spot. His 17 walks on the season are nine clear of his closest teammate, helping him to a team-high .432 on-base percentage. Sophomore outfielder Toby Handley had an RBI double in the fifth to get the Seawolves on the board. He has recorded a hit in seven of Stony Brook’s last eight games. Stony Brook’s bullpen surrendered only one run over the last six innings. Redshirt sophomore Dan Zamora led the charge with three scoreless innings. The Seawolves were back in action Wednesday, March 25 against Sacred Heart University, but results were not available by press time.

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Above, Jack Parenty makes catches the ball in the outfield. Left, Cole Peragine winds up to throw the ball during a play.

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Easter happenings March 26 to April 2 Meet the easter Bunny The Easter Bunny will be stopping by local stores on Route 25A in the Northport Business District on Saturday, March 28, from 1 to 4 p.m. Stop by and say hello. Great photo opportunity. For more information, call 631-754-3905. Photo by Heidi Sutton

Alex Pagano, 8 of Holtsville, and Keira Lukowski and her brother Declan, 9 of E. Yaphank took part in a Pee Wee garden workshop during the Town of Brookhaven’s Home and Garden Show.

Pee Wee gardening classes offered The Town of Brookhaven Highway Department will offer a six-week spring Pee Wee gardening class for ages 3 to 5 years at the Holtsville Ecology Site, 249 Buckley Rd., Holtsville, on Fridays from April 17 to May 22. Choose from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., 10:45 to 11:45 a.m. or 1 to 2 p.m. Students will complete fun craft and planting projects using recyclable materials based around the topic of the day, which is always plant and material related. After completing the project, students will have something to bring home each week. “It is great seeing the expressions on children’s faces when they complete a project,” said April Perry, director of the Ecology Site. “The Pee Wee program provides them with a positive horticultural experience and fosters a love for plants.” $50 for the six-week session. Registration “in person” only on Friday, March 27, at 10 a.m. For more information, call 631-758-9664, ext. 10.

egg hunt Brooklyn Bagels in Rocky Point will host an Easter Egg Hunt on March 28 at Robert Miner Park, Hallock Landing Rd., Rocky Point at 1:30 p.m. (rain date April 4). For ages up to 5th grade. Bring a basket. Free plaster and face painting. For more information, call 631-744-7500. easter egg hunt The Three Village Church, 322 Main St., Setauket will hold a free Easter Egg Hunt on March 28 at 10 a.m. All children through 4th grade welcome. For more information, call 631-941-3670. easter crafting class Book Revue, 313 New York Ave., Huntington invites children ages 4 to 12 to take part in making a keepsake Easter basket and bunny rabbit headband on March 28 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Listen to a story about Peter Rabbit while you work. Presented by Craftree. $20 per child. To register, visit www.craftreeclasses.com.

easter egg hunt The Ronkonkoma Fire Department, 177 Portion Rd., Ronkonkoma will host an Easter Egg Hunt on March 28 at 11 a.m. Have your picture taken with the Easter Bunny. $10 per person includes a basket. For more information, call 631-896-9540. Breakfast with the easter Bunny The Farmingville Fire Department Engine Co. 2, 780 Horseblock Rd., Farmingville will present Breakfast with the Easter Bunny on March 29 from 8 a.m. to noon. $9 per person includes picture with the Easter Bunny. Children under 5 free. For more information, call 631-732-6611. Pancake Breakfast The Mt. Sinai Fire Department, 746 Mount Sinai Coram Rd., Mt. Sinai will present its 6th annual Pancake Breakfast with the Easter Bunny on Sunday, March 29, from 8 a.m. to noon. Featuring a Chinese auction and raff les. Tickets are $10 adults, $8 seniors, $5 children, under age 4 free and will be sold at the door. For more information, call 631-220-9132. Pancake Breakfast with the easter Bunny The St. James Firehouse, 533 Route 25A, St. James will present a familystyle pancake breakfast with the Easter Bunny fundraiser on Sunday, March

Photo from Northport Chamber of Commerce

Come meet the Easter Bunny in Northport on March 28.

29, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tickets are $7 adults, $3 kids 12 and under. For more information, call 631-584-5760. kids holiday class The Town of Brookhaven will present a Kids Holiday Class on March 30 at the Robert E. Reid, Sr. Recreation Center, Defense Hill Rd., Shoreham from 12:30 to 1:15 p.m. Children ages 3 to 5 years old will participate in an egg hunt, color eggs and enjoy some holiday treats. $7 per child. For more information or to register, call 631-744-2601.

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Kids Calendar Guide Programs ArtVentures Gallery North, 90 N. Country Rd., Setauket will present an ArtVenture class for kids ages 6 to 11 on March 28 from 10 a.m. to noon. Inspired by the current exhibition, By Default: The Work of Jeffrey K. Fisher, students will use each other as models and a variety of mediums to capture the human figure. Taught by Laura Goelz. $25 per child. For more information or to register, call 751-2676.

Photo by Elyse Sutton

Cooper Alberti, 2, of Babylon and his father Thad pose with Courtney Braun and Bobby Montaniz, stars of the Smithtown Center for the Performing Arts’s “Elephant & Piggie’s ‘We Are in a Play’” after the show last Sunday. (See review on page B31)

Spring Happening

exPloring trees Seatuck Environmental Association will present a program titled Exploring Trees on March 28 at the Sherwood Jayne Farm, 55 Old Post Rd., E. Setauket from noon to 1:30 p.m. Trees are getting ready to awaken from a winter’s slumber. Join Seatuck for a hike on the new trails exploring the woodland’s trees and searching for budding leaves. $8, $4 members. For more information, call 581-6908. FAmily nAture WAlk Caleb Smith State Park Preserve, 581 W. Jericho Turnpike, Smithtown will present a Family Nature Walk on March 28 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Take a walk through the park as winter winds down and spring starts to revup! $4 adults, $3 children. Advance registration required by calling 265-1054.

The Town of Brookhaven invites children ages 10 and under to join them for an afternoon of magic, fun and entertainment as they celebrate the coming of spring on Tuesday, April 7, at the Parks and Recreation Administrative Building Annex, 286 Hawkins Rd., Centereach from 1 to 3 p.m. Have fun playing games, karaoke, making a craft and more. Magician James Amore will amaze with tricks and suprises. Bring your own handmade decorated spring hat — a prize will be given for “Most Original” hat. $8 per participant. Pre-registration is required by March 30. Held rain or shine. For more information, please call 631-732-2338.

sPring’s HAtcHing! The Long Island Science Center, 11 W. Main St., Riverhead will present a walk-in program titled Spring’s Hatching! on March 28 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Spring is officially here and the chicks are hatching! Stop down to see baby chicks and learn about other animals born in the spring. $5. For more information, call 218-8000.

Camp & School DIRECTORY

is it sPring yet? Seatuck Environmental Association will present a family hike titled Is It Spring Yet? on March 28 at Blydenburgh County Park, Veterans Memorial Highway, Smithtown from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Join them on a 6.5 mile moderately paced hike around scenic Stump Pond. Bring lunch/snack and water. Free. For more information or to register, call 581-6908.

huntington global prep

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“meet china!” Students entering or in high school can experience a two or three week language and cultural exchange with visiting chinese students this july in Huntington. excursions, workshops, interactive activities, and chinese language basics. make lifelong friends from around the world! Huntington global Prep; joeleavy11@gmail.com or 703-0274

the laurel hill school 201 old town road, e. Setauket 631–751–1154 www.laurelHillScHool.org it’s summer fun to the extreme. nine great programs all in one camp. Sports Fever • Studio & Stage • Club 456 Science • Club 456 Sports • Discovery • Teenshop • Preschool • CIT • ACE. Affordable and flexible programs. red cross Swim Program. Special events each week. caring and experienced staff. New 2, 3, or 5 day a week options. Please call for further information or to schedule a tour.

world gym’s camp setauket and game, set, match tennis academy camps

384 mark tree road, eaSt Setauket 631.751.6100

camp Setauket: For over 26 years, creating memorable summer camp experiences: general camp; theatre arts camp and Sports camp; for ages 3-12 and c.i.t. Program for ages 13 thru 15. game, Set, match tennis academy camp for ages 4-18 and all skill levels. our unique camps offer indoor & outdoor pools, indoor & outdoor fields and indoor & outdoor tennis courts. Activities include: arts & crafts, sports such as soccer, hockey, basketball, lacrosse, games, drama and hands on science. Swimming is included in every camp and several indoor activity areas for rainy days. early enrollment & sibling discount. Parisi Speed Schoolsummer football conditioning camp for grades 9-12. learn the training secrets of champions; speed, strength, flexibility, endurance, self confidence and more. Held in 90 minute sessions.

nAnodAys Maritime Explorium, 101A E. Broadway, Port Jefferson will present a walk-in program titled Nanodays on March 28 and 29 from 1 to 5 p.m. Explore the science of the small and see how nanotechnology affects your everday life through cool activities. $5. For more information, call 331-3277. Wind cAtcHers Caleb Smith State Park Preserve, 581 W. Jericho Turnpike, Smithtown will present a program titled Wind Catchers on March 29 from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Discover the advantages and disadvantages of the wind through hands-on activities and games. Create your own unique wind catcher to take home. For all ages. $4 adults, $3 children. Advance registration required by calling 265-1054.

theater PoPoVicH comedy Pet tHeAter The Staller Center for the Arts at Stony Brook University will present the Popovich Comedy Pet Theater on March 29 on the Main Stage at 4 p.m. as part of its Not Just for Kids series. Featuring a cast of rescued animals including 15 house cats, 10 dogs, four geese, eight doves and two parrots performing various stunts, skits, balancing acts and more. Tickets are $15. For more information, call 632-2787.

Photo from Staller Center

Gregory Popovich will bring his unique cast of rescued animals to the Staller Center on March 29 at 4 p.m. ‘tHe AdVentures oF Peter rAbbit’

Just in time for spring break, Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson will present “The Adventures of Peter Rabbit” through April 11. Join Peter, Flopsy, Mopsy, Cotton-Tail, Benjamin Bunny, Mrs. Rabbit and the McGregors on a musical adventure. Tickets are $10 each. For more information, call 928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com. ‘elePHAnt & Piggie’s ‘We Are in A PlAy!’ The Smithtown Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E. Main St., Smithtown will present the musical “Elephant & Piggie’s ‘We Are in a Play!’” through April 11. Join Gerald and Piggie on a rollicking adventure. All tickets are $15. For more information, call 724-3700 or visit www.smithtownpac.org. ‘AlAddin, Jr.’

The CM Performing Arts Center, 931 Montauk Highway, Oakdale will present “Aladdin, Jr.” from April 4 to 25. Tickets are $12 each. (Sensory-friendly performance on April 11.) For more information, call 218-2810 or visit www.cmpac.com. ‘cinderellA’

The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 W. Main St., Northport will present “Cinderella” from April 4 to May 10. Tickets are $15 each. For more information, call 261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.

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

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theater

SCPA presents perfect introduction to live theater

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the cast of “elephant & Piggie’s ‘We Are in Play’” at the SCPA By Heidi Sutton

The spunky Squirrelles, played by Allie Brault, Hayley Phaneuf and Samantha Foti, and the Ice Cream Penguin, played by Bella Lardaro, are a great supporting cast and do a terrific job. Costumes by Ronald R. Green III are simple but effective. Montaniz’s gray jacket and pants, Braun’s pink outfit with striped tights and dark brown dresses for the Squirrelles reflect the characters’ animal traits and personalities. For many young children in the audience, this was their first exposure to live theater, and the cast left quite an impression. Cooper Alberti, 2, of Babyon sat in the balcony with his father after deciding his original seat was a little too close to the stage. Grinning from ear to ear the entire time, he rocked back and forth to the music and clapped enthusiastically. His favorite characters were the Squirrelles and, according to his dad, Cooper loved all the singing and dancing. Parents be forewarned — the play is approximately an hour long with no intermission — so try to hit the bathrooms before the show. Stay after the show for autographs and photos with the cast. The Smithtown Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E. Main St., Smithtown, will present “Elephant & Piggie’s ‘We Are in a Play!’” on weekends through April 11 (no show on Easter) with special Spring Break performances from April 6 to April 10 at 10:30 a.m. All tickets are $15. For more information, call 631-7243700 or visit www.smithtownpac.org.

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Currently in production at the Smithtown Center for the Performing Arts, “Elephant & Piggie’s ‘We Are in a Play!’” is based on the popular “Elephant & Piggie” book series by award-winning children’s author Mo Willems, with script and lyrics by Willems and music by Deborah Wicks La Puma. Directed and choreographed by Melissa Rapelje, with musical direction by Melissa Cowell, the first part of the show follows Gerald (the elephant) and Piggie as they embark on a musical adventure solving problems and learning friendship etiquette with the help of the dancing trio, the Squirelles. Eventually, the characters realize that they are in a play and engage the audience, having them join in by shouting out funny words like “banana,” clapping and doing the “Flippy Floppy Floory” dance. A nice touch is the conversational bubbles between Gerald and Piggie projected on a large screen on stage. Bobby Montaniz is perfectly cast as Gerald. With the boundless energy of a young child, he jumps, skips and rolls on the floor, eliciting much laughter from the young audience. His rendition of “Ice Cream Hero” was very entertaining. Montaniz is always wonderful to watch, especially in children’s theater, and this performance is no exception. Piggie is played by the talented Courtney Braun whose subtle wit and humor is spot on.

Photo by Samantha Cuomo

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