Arts & Lifestyles - March 31, 2022

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A high-risk pregnancy raises a lot of questions.

A lot of “what ifs?”

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ASK THE VET

Beware of rodenticide toxicity Bait for rodents and gophers are the two most common sources of poisoning.

BY MATTHEW KEARNS, DVM

This week is Pet Poison Prevention Week and I thought a review of rodenticide toxicity would be prudent. Rodenticide toxicity is on the top 10 list of why pet owners call the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center. Bait for rodents and gophers are the two most common sources of poisoning. Exposure can come from either ingestion of the poison, or ingestion of a dead animal that still has the poison in its digestive tract.

Rodenticide toxicity is broken into two categories: anticoagulant toxicity, and non-anticoagulant toxicity. Anticoagulant toxicity will antagonize, or block the vitamin K dependent factors in the clotting cascade. This will cause signs of bleeding and bruising including spontaneous bleeding in the chest or abdominal cavities.

In some cases the pet owner has witnessed the patient ingesting the poison.

If seen, bring your pet immediately to a veterinarian’s office or pet emergency clinic where the doctors can provide decontamination (induce vomiting and give activated charcoal to prevent further absorption) and vitamin K. If your pet is already showing signs of active bleeding or bruising they will need to be admitted for care. This could include blood transfusions, plasma transfusions, or both, as well as decontamination and vitamin K therapy.

Non anticoagulant toxicities include bromethalin and cholecalciferol.

Bromethalin is a neurotoxin which means it

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effects the nervous system. Bromethalin will cause damage to the cells in the brain leading to brain swelling and loss of function. Symptoms include tremors, elevated body temperature, seizures, coma, respiratory failure and death. Witnessing the patient eating the poison is imperative because symptoms can start as quickly as 30 minutes after exposure and, when symptoms are seen, it is almost too late. Intravenous fluids and medications to absorb the medication from the blood stream, control seizures, and reduce brain swelling will help but not guarantee success.

Cholecalciferol toxicity is an overdose of vitamin D. Vitamin D is added to milk and other dairy products in small amount to improve calcium retention in the body.

Excessive amounts of vitamin D will lead to mineralization of the internal organs and, potentially, organ failure. The organ system most sensitive to this are the kidneys.

Symptoms usually include loss of appetite, vomiting, lethargy, seizures and, ultimately, death. This is another poison that we hope someone witnesses the pet ingesting so that decontamination can be performed before the toxin is absorbed from the digestive tract.

The best thing is to avoid exposure to any bait. However, if you witness or are suspicious of exposure, bring your pet immediately to your veterinarian’s office or a veterinary emergency clinic.

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LET'S TALK ... REAL ESTATE

Market stays competitive while mortgage rate increases

As I mentioned in last month's column, it's essential to pay attention to current events. For those watching the news, you've probably noticed the various factors affecting today's real estate market.

Federal Reserve

that home prices will remain steady.

World events are indeed causing supply chain issues. We have been hit hardest in our pockets when paying for oil deliveries or gasoline, which will continue to affect us.

When consumers spend more to drive their car or heat a home, they may have less money to save for a new house. Going back to low home inventory, this slight dip in homebuyers hasn't affected real estate yet.

Takeaway

BY MICHAEL ARDOLINO

The U.S. Federal Reserve System met this month and raised interest rates for the first time since 2018. At a recent conference Jerome Powell, chair of the Federal Reserve, said, "There is an obvious need to move expeditiously to a more neutral level and more restrictive levels if needed to restore price stability."

Due to anticipation of the meeting, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate climbed to 4.16%, according to Freddie Mac. After the meeting, the rate climbed up slightly to 4.52%.

Keep in mind at the end of 2021, rates were at 3.11%. Powell has hinted at a 50-basis-point rate hike, which converts to .5%, by the Federal Reserve's meeting in May or even before; some

experts believe the rate could possibly jump even higher.

Current trends

Mortgage rates are slightly up during a period when there are more buyers than sellers in the real estate market. That's good for sellers as it keeps the market competitive.

According to the National Association of Realtors, pending home sales were down 5.4% in February compared to 2021 across

the nation, however, in the Northeast, homes going into contract are up!

"Buyer demand is still intense, but it's as simple as 'one cannot buy what is not for sale,’" said Lawrence Yun, NAR's chief economist.

Also, due to inventory not meeting demand, we're still seeing homes appreciate. Keeping Current Matters, a real estate resource, reported home values appreciated an average of 15% across the country last year. Experts predict

The beginning of this year has proved to look at more than one factor when predicting the future of real estate. Mortgage rates may be slowly rising, and then low inventory also comes into play to balance things out.

Remember, rates are still historically low, as the graph above shows.

For potential sellers, it's still a favorable time to put your house on the market while prices are on the high side. A home sale now could mean getting a bigger home or downsizing.

Or, if you're moving out of state, you'll have the competitive edge with more money in your pocket because house prices are rising all over the country, even in areas once known as more affordable. So … let's talk.

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You are not limited by your genes.

Fortunately, most diseases are based primarily on epigenetics, which are environmental influences, and not on genetics. Epigenetics literally means above or around the gene. In epigenetics, lifestyle choices impact gene expression. Just because your first degree relatives may have had a disease, you are not predestined to follow suit.

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MEDICAL COMPASS

Managing osteoarthritis pain without drugs

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Weight management is crucial to pain management

If you are one of the 32.5 million in the U.S. who suffers from osteoarthritis, you know it can make it painful to perform daily tasks.

Osteoarthritis (OA) most often affects the knees, hips and hands and can affect sleep quality and mood, in addition to mobility.

Common first- BY DAVID DUNAIEF, MD line medications for arthritis pain are acetaminophen and nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs, such as ibuprofen.

Unfortunately, while medications treat the immediate symptoms of pain and inflammation, they don’t slow osteoarthritis’ progression, and they do have side effects, especially with long-term use.

Here, we’ll focus on approaches you can use to ease pain without reaching for the medicine cabinet. Some may slow worsening — or even reverse symptoms — of your osteoarthritis.

Does dairy help or hurt?

With dairy, specifically milk, there is conflicting information. Some studies show benefits, while others show that it may contribute to the inflammation that makes osteoarthritis pain feel worse.

In the Osteoarthritis Initiative study, researchers looked specifically at joint space narrowing that occurs in those with affected knee joints (1). Results showed that low-fat (1 percent) and nonfat milk may slow the progression of osteoarthritis in women.

Compared to those who did not drink milk, patients who did saw significantly less narrowing of knee joint space over a 48-month period.

The result curve was interesting, however.

For those who drank from fewer than three glasses a week up to 10 glasses a week, the progression of joint space narrowing was slowed. However, for those who drank more than 10 glasses per week, there was less beneficial effect. There was no benefit seen in men or with the consumption of higher fat products, such as cheese or yogurt.

However, the study was observational and had significant flaws. First, the 2100 patients were only asked about their milk intake at the study’s start. Second, patients were asked to recall their weekly milk consumption for the previous 12 months before the study

On the other hand, those who gained weight saw the inverse effect. A reduction of tibial cartilage is potentially associated with the need for knee replacement. The relationship was almost one-to-one; for every 1 percent of weight lost, there was a 1.2 mm3 preservation of medial tibial cartilage volume, while the exact opposite was true with weight gain.

Exercise and diet for the win!

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began — a challenging task.

On the flip side, a study of almost 39,000 participants from the Melbourne Collaborative Cohort Study found that increases in dairy consumption were associated with increased risk of total hip replacements for men with osteoarthritis (2).

Getting more specific, a published analysis of the Framingham Offspring Study found that those who consumed yogurt had statistically significant lower levels of interleukin-6 (IL-6), a marker for inflammation, than those who didn’t eat yogurt, but that this was not true with milk or cheese consumption (3).

We are left with more questions than answers. Would I recommend consuming low-fat or nonfat milk or yogurt? Not necessarily, but I may not dissuade osteoarthritis patients from yogurt.

Does vitamin D help?

Over the last decade, the medical community has gone from believing that vitamin D was potentially the solution to many diseases to wondering whether, in some cases, low levels were indicative of disease, but repletion was not a changemaker. Well, in a randomized controlled trial (RCT), the gold standard of studies, vitamin D had no beneficial symptom relief, nor any disease-modifying effects (4). This two-year study of almost 150 men and women raised blood levels of vitamin D on average to 36 ng/ml, which is considered respectable. Researchers used MRI and X-rays to track their results.

The role of weight

Weight management is a crucial component of any OA pain management strategy. In a study involving 112 obese patients, those who lost weight reported a reduction of knee symptoms. Even more exciting, there was also disease modification, with reduction in the loss of cartilage volume around the medial tibia (5).

Diet and exercise trumped the effects of diet or exercise alone in a well-designed study (6). Patients with osteoarthritis of the knee who lost at least 10 percent of their body weight experienced significant improvements in function and a 50 percent reduction in pain, as well as reduction in inflammation, compared to those who lost 5 to 10 percent and those who lost less than 5 percent. This study was a randomized controlled single-blinded study with a duration of 18 months.

Researchers used biomarker IL6 to measure inflammation. The diet and exercise group and the diet-only group lost significantly more weight than the exerciseonly group, 23.3 pounds and 19.6 pounds versus 4 pounds. The diet portion consisted of a meal replacement shake for breakfast and lunch and then a vegetable-rich, lowfat dinner. Low-calorie meals replaced the shakes after six months. The exercise regimen included one hour of a combination of weight training and walking with alacrity three times a week.

Therefore, concentrate on lifestyle modifications to reduce pain and potentially disease-modifying effects. The best effects shown are with weight loss and with a vegetable-rich diet. In terms of low-fat or nonfat milk, the results are controversial at best. For yogurt, the results suggest it may be beneficial for osteoarthritis, but stay on the low end of consumption, since dairy can increase inflammation.

References:

(1) Arthritis Care Res online. 2014 April 6. (2) J Rheumatol. 2017 Jul;44(7):10661070. (3) Nutrients. 2021 Feb 4;13(2):506. (4) JAMA. 2013;309:155-162. (5) Ann Rheum Dis. 2015 Jun;74(6):1024-9. (6) JAMA. 2013;310:1263-1273.

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Emma S. Clark Memorial Library, 120 Main St., Setauket will present a Shed the Meds event in the periodicals room on Wednesday, April 6 from noon to 4 p.m.

The Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office hosts this safe way to properly dispose of unused and expired medications. Proper disposal is essential to protect the environment and ensure that old drugs don’t end up in the wrong hands. There is no registration required and all are welcome. For further information, call 631-941-4080.

Jewish Women's Circle event

The Jewish Women's Circle of Lubavitch of the East End, 87 Mount Sinai-Coram Road, Mount Sinai will host Tambourines of Joyous Freedom on Sunday, April 3 at 6:30 p.m. Unearth the ancient strength that can be found in the modern woman. Paint beautiful decorative tambourines to rekindle that unique feminine energy. Light refreshments will be served. $18 per person. To RSVP, visit www.jewishli.com/jwc.

Free tennis membership

Long Island’s Huntington Tennis Association has announced it will offer free membership (normally priced at $25 for individuals/$35 for families) for the 2022 spring/summer season. Play is open to all levels, from beginner to advanced.

Get back to moving after being indoors all winter during the pandemic. Offer is good up to April 15. Visit www.htatennis.com.

3-in-1 recycling event

Brookhaven Town Councilman Kevin Lavalle will host a special 3-in-1 recycling event at the Middle Country Public Library, 101 Eastwood Blvd., Centereach on Saturday, April 2 from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. for E-waste collection, paper shredding, and drug take back. This service is provided free for Brookhaven town residents. Questions? Call 631451-6647.

Community blood drive

Knights of Columbus Hall, 683 Route 25A, Rocky Point will hold a community blood drive on Sunday, April 3 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in honor of Jessica Delligatti. All donors will receive a McDonald's voucher.

Appointments are preferred by calling 800-933-2566 but walk-ins welcomed if space permits.

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CROSSWORD PUZZLE

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Directions: Fill in the blank squares in the grid, making sure that every row, column and 3-by-3 box includes all digits 1 through 9.

1. "We all fall down" preceder 6. Zedong of China 9. W of gridiron's WR 13. Short for betwixt 14. Second-largest bird, by height 15. *"The Taming of the ____" 16. Godfather's family 17. Make a choice 18. Bridal veil fabric 19. *Like Rock Hudson's and Doris Day's talk 21. *Katherine Heigl wore 27 of these 23. Dumbo's big one 24. Gift for the naughty 25. *"I Was a Male ____ Bride" starring Cary Grant 28. Inauguration ball, e.g.

30. Eyelid drooping 35. Half of binary code 37. Ruptured 39. PayPal money 40. Part of colliery 41. Avoid, as in taxes 43. "The Sun ____ Rises" 44. "Colorful" announcement 46. Fifty-fifty 47. Bit of slander 48. Rookie 50. Tolstoy's Karenina 52. Hitherto 53. Hammer part 55. Canada's neighbor 57. *Sleepless in which city?

61. *Drew Barrymore has never been what?

64. Don't mention it 65. Akira Kurosawa's 1985 movie 67. Erasable programmable read only memory 69. Seize a throne 70. Gold medalist Nathan Chen's turf 71. Smooth transition 72. Post-deductions 73. "But I heard him exclaim, ____ he drove out of sight, Merry Christmas..."

74. Sound like Wilbur

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CLUES DOWN 1. 20s dispenser 2. Type of meet 3. Sound reproduction quality 4. Expatriate 5. German POW camp, slangily 6. Garfield's cry 7. Unit of electric current 8. One up 9. "____ Afraid of Virginia Wolf?"

10. Novelist Murdoch 11. Expunge 12. Bo Peep's females 15. Gracefully slender 20. Perform on a dais 22. Eminem's genre 24. Wagon train, e.g.

25. *Julia Roberts played a pretty one 26. Old and feeble 27. Extend subscription 29. *It's crazy and stupid?

31. South American tubers 32. *Who did Harry meet?

33. Question in dispute 34. Like small distance 36. Belgrade native 38. *She starred in "I Dream of Jeannie" 42. Boredom 45. A-one 49. Slippery reef dweller 51. Appraise 54. Like a haunted mansion 56. Colorado skiing destination 57. Render speechless 58. Facilitate 59. Adjoin 60. Suit material 61. Leg joint 62. "Cogito ____ sum" 63. Brooding 66. Acronym, abbr.

68. NYC art museum's nickname, with the

* THEME RELATED CLUE Answers to this week’s puzzle will appear in next week's newspaper.

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SHELTER PETS OF THE WEEK

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Meet CALI AND ARCHIE! This week's featured shelter pets are a pair of bonded two year old siblings, Cali (calico) and Archie (tabby and white) available for adoption at the Smithtown Animal Shelter.

These two sweethearts come from a feral cat colony where their caretaker worked very hard to socialize them. Cali is very outgoing and affectionate with everyone.

Archie loves his caretaker very much and will roll over for belly rubs and play with her. He is very shy of other people. With some time and patience, and Cali to lead the way, we know that Archie will learn to trust a family too. These two can be seen cuddling

$19.98/month together all day long and would really like to stay together.

If you would like to meet Cali and Archie, please call ahead to schedule an hour to properly interact with them in a domestic setting.

The Smithtown Animal & Adoption Shelter is located at 410 Middle Country Road, Smithtown. Visitor hours are currently Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Sundays and Wednesday evenings by appointment only). For more information, call 631-360-7575 or visit www.smithtownanimalshelter.com.

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OUR GROUNDWATER SUPPLY: Problems and solutions

BY JOHN L. TURNER

This is the second in a two-part series on Long Island's water supply.

'We Have Met the Enemy and He is Us' — Pogo

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magine, for a moment, you’re driving on a road that skirts one of New York City’s water supply reservoirs such as the Croton or Ashokan reservoir. You come around a bend and in a large gap in the forest, offering a clear and sweeping view of the reservoir, you see thousands of houseboats dotting the reservoir’s surface. An unease falls over you — after all this is a drinking water reservoir that supplies drinking water to millions of people — and letting people live on their water supply doesn’t seem like a very good idea to ensure the purity or even the drinkability of the water.

Shift your focus to Long Island and you can see these “houseboats.” They’re in the form of hundreds of thousands of homes and businesses sitting on the surface. The drinking water reservoir however is invisible beneath our feet, leading to a “outof-sight, out-of-mind” mentality, which, in turn, has led to decades of mistreatment by the approximately 2.7 million Long Islanders who live, work, and play above a water supply they cannot see. Perhaps it is this visual disconnection which explains the checkered stewardship.

At the risk of understatement, Long Island’s drinking water system, and the coastal waters hydrologically connected to it, are facing significant, big-time challenges. By just about any measure (a few exceptions include detergents and several types of pesticides) there are more contaminants in greater concentrations in Long Island’s groundwater than any time in its history.

In a way this is not surprising as Long Island has built out with a land surface containing ever increasing numbers of actual and potential sources of contamination, and hundreds of poorly vetted chemicals coming on the market every year. Layer on this the quantity dimension: that in certain areas there’s simply not enough water to meet current or projected human demand and the needs of ecosystems (like wetlands) and it’s not surprising that Long Island’s drinking water system is under stress like never before.

To be clear, government agencies have not sat passively by in an effort to protect and manage the aquifer system. There are many examples over the past several

decades where various government agencies, statutorily responsible for safeguarding our water resources, have delineated a problem and moved to address it. Let’s run through a few.

You’ve heard the expression: “oil and water don’t mix.” The same is true for gasoline, as evidenced by the many leak and spill incidents in the past caused by hundreds of gasoline stations scattered throughout Nassau and Suffolk Counties. As more and more contamination was discovered from gasoline plumes in the Upper Glacial aquifer half a century ago, gasoline storage tanks buried at every filling station were becoming known as “ticking time bombs”. This is because tanks installed many decades ago were single-wall, and made of corrodible cast iron — two undesirable traits for tanks containing thousands of gallons of gasoline buried in the ground.

The solution? Both counties mandated tank replacement; Suffolk County through the enactment of Article 12 of the Suffolk County Sanitary Code.

New requirements included double-walled fiberglass or specialized steel tanks with a leak detection system in between the two walls to detect a leak in the inner wall. Older readers may remember, years ago, the presence of excavators and backhoes in gas stations throughout the island as the industry moved to comply with this important new water quality safety measure. Because of these two county laws gasoline leaks — and subsequent plumes — from station tanks are almost entirely a thing of the past.

Another pollutant that is largely a thing of the past is salt. Before the adoption of legislation mandating the enclosed covering of salt piles managed by transportation and public works departments, stockpiled for winter road deicing applications, salt piles would sit outside exposed to the elements.

Not surprisingly, plumes of salty water, well above drinking water standards, often formed under these piles. In some cases plumes beneath salt piles located near public water supply wells ended up contaminating these wells. Today, by law, all highway department salt stockpiles have to be covered or indoors to prevent saltwater plumes.

Nitrogen pollution has been a more intractable problem. Emanating from

centralized sewage treatment plants, agricultural and lawn fertilizers, and many thousands of septic tanks and cesspools (there’s an estimated 360,000 of them in Suffolk County alone), nitrogen is ubiquitous.

This excess nitrogen has fueled adverse ecological changes in our estuaries including loss of salt marshes and various types of toxic algae blooms, which in turn, have killed off scallops, clams, diamondback terrapins, and blue-claw crabs. Too much nitrogen in drinking water can have adverse health consequences for humans, especially babies, a concern since an increasing number of public wells have nitrogen levels exceeding the state health limit of 10 parts per million.

So how to get ahead of the nitrogen curve? Generally there are three ways, each relating to each of the major sources of contamination — 1) nitrogen laden water from home septic tanks/cesspools, 2) nitrogen laden water from sewage treatment plants, and 3) nitrogen pollution stemming from fertilizer use, most notably in farming but also by homeowners for lawn care.

Through the Septic Improvement Program, under its “Reclaim Our Water” Initiative, Suffolk County has thrown its eggs in the “septic tank/cesspool” basket by attacking the nitrogen generated by homeowners. How? By working with companies that have made vast improvements in the technology used to treat household sewage; basically these companies have developed mini-sewage treatment plants in place of septic tanks/ cesspools, resulting in much lower nitrogen levels in the water recharged into the ground (from 70 to 80 parts per million ppm nitrogen to 10-20 ppm.

The County now provides financial subsidies to homeowners to replace aging systems with new Innovative/Advanced systems (known as I/A systems). The downside with this approach is that because of the huge number of homes that need to convert their cesspools/septic tanks to I/A systems (remember the 360,000 figure from above?) it will take many decades to bend the nitrogen-loading curve meaningfully downward, to the point we’ll begin to see a difference.

An additional complimentary approach to reduce nitrogen loadings, but likely able to do so more quickly, is through the tried and true strategy of “water reuse.” Here, highly treated wastewater from sewage treatment plants (STP’s) which contains low concentrations of nitrogen, is used in ways which “pulls out” the nitrogen. Water reuse is common practice in many places in the United States including Florida and California where the trademark purplecolored distribution piping is commonplace.

GROUNDWATER continued on page B12

Horoscopes of the week

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Heavy or sensitive issues could weigh on you, Aries.

However, things are likely better than you think, so find a silver lining or someone with whom you can share your struggles.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Don’t underestimate the power of positivity, Taurus. You can evoke more change than you may expect if you channel all of your confidence. Others will feed off your energy.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 A mysterious energy is affecting your decisions, Gemini. Don’t be scared or suspicious. Just go with the flow for a little while and things will sort themselves out.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, you will never be short on ideas, but you may need to figure out what is worthy of your energy.

You can’t focus your attention on a million projects without help.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Get yourself noticed for all the right reasons, Leo. Try your best in the workplace to have higher-ups see what you’re made of this week and next. A promotion could be near.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Apply a reality check to assess which projects you should keep going and what ones are better left to the side. It just may free up a lot of extra time, Virgo.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Start looking at which desires or needs you have been ignoring, Libra. It might be time to reassess what you hold dear and rearrange your priorities.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 One-on-one interactions may have been a little rare lately, Scorpio. You should find the time to spend with a close friend or even a romantic partner.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 An adrenaline boost comes your way this week, Sagittarius. You can plow through that to-do list that has been waiting for you for some time.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Your comfort zone gets a shake-up this week, Capricorn. Even if things may be a little awkward, it doesn’t necessarily make them bad.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 The stars are affecting your creativity and skills of perception. With these senses amplified, you may find solutions to problems that have evaded you.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Love is on the brain, Pisces. You will have plenty of opportunities to spend time together over the course of the next few days.

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Approximately 2.6 billion gallons of water is reused daily in the country, mostly for golf course irrigation but also for irrigating certain foods such as citrus trees.

The largest water reuse example on Long Island involves the Riverhead STPIndian Island County Golf Course. With this project, from April to October, highly treated wastewater is directed to the adjacent Indian Island County Golf Course rather than being discharged into the Peconic River. According to engineering projections, the effort annually results in about 1.4 less tons of nitrogen entering the estuary, being taken up by the grass, and keeps about 63 million gallons of water in the ground since golf course wells no longer need to pump irrigation water from the aquifers.

With funding support the Seatuck Environmental Association has hired Cameron Engineering & Associates to develop an islandwide “Water Reuse Road Map” to guide future reuse projects.

A potential local project, similar to the Riverhead example, tentatively identified in the roadmap involves redirecting wastewater from the SUNY Stony Brook STP which currently discharges into Port Jefferson Harbor and use it to irrigate the St. Georges Golf Course and Country Club, situated several hundreds away from the STP on the east side of Nicolls Road in East Setauket.

The third source of nitrogen contamination — fertilizers — has also received focus although progress here has been slower. A Suffolk County law, among other things, prohibits fertilizer applications from November 1st through April 1st when the ground is mostly frozen and little plant growth occurs. It also prohibits, with certain exemptions such as golf courses, fertilizer applications on county-owned properties. Several bills, both at the county and state level, have been introduced to limit the fraction of nitrogen in fertilizer formulations and to require “slow release” nitrogen so it can be taken up by plants and not leach into groundwater.

A basic concept that has emerged from a better understanding of how Long Island’s groundwater system works and the threats to it, is the value of the aforementioned “deep-flow recharge areas” serving as groundwater watersheds, these watersheds recharging voluminous amounts of water to the deepest portions of the underlying aquifers. And we’ve also learned “clean land means clean water.”

Where the land surface is dominated by pine and oak trees, chipmunks, native grasses, blueberries, etc., the groundwater beneath is pure, as there no sources of potential contamination on the surface. It has become

clear that Long Island’s forested watersheds play an important role in protecting Long Island’s groundwater system.

In recognition of the direct relationship between the extent to which a land surface is developed and the quality of drinking water below it, a state law was passed establishing on Long Island SGPA’s — “Special Groundwater Protection Areas” — lightly developed to undeveloped landscapes within the deepflow recharge zones that recharge clean water downward, replenishing the three aquifers; the 100,000 acre Pine Barrens forest being the largest and most significant SGPA.

Long Island’s drinking water system, and the coastal waters hydrologically connected to it, are facing significant, big-time challenges.

There are seven other SGPA’s including the Oak Brush Plains SGPA just east of Commack Road and south of the Pilgrim State Hospital property; the South Setauket SGPA in northwestern Brookhaven Town, bisected by Belle Meade Road; one on the North Fork; two on the South Fork; and two in northern Nassau County. These areas collectively recharge tens of millions of gallons of high to pristine quality water to the groundwater system on a daily basis.

The state law mandated the development of a comprehensive plan designed to safeguard the land surface and the water beneath it in all the SGPA’s. Landscape protection took a step further in the Pine Barrens, where state law has safeguarded nearly 100 square miles of land from development.

Protecting a community’s water supply has been a challenge throughout recorded history. Many past dynasties and civilizations (e.g. China, Bolivia, Cambodia, Egypt, Syria, southwest United States) have collapsed or been compromised by failing to ensure adequate supplies of clean water.

In modern times maintaining the integrity of a water supply has become one of the fundamental responsibilities of government.

It is clear that various levels of government, from Washington, DC, to Albany, to local governments, have advanced a host of laws, regulations, strategies, and programs all designed to safeguard our water supply.

The jury is still out, though, as to whether this collective governmental response will be adequate enough. While Pogo has been correct so far — we, the 2.7 million Long Islanders in the two counties have been the enemy — perhaps with the implementation of additional proactive responses we might prove the little opossum wrong.

A resident of Setauket, John Turner is conservation chair of the Four Harbors Audubon Society, author of “Exploring the Other Island: A Seasonal Nature Guide to Long Island” and president of Alula Birding & Natural History Tours.

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Chazz Palminteri attends opening night of 'A Bronx Tale' at the John W. Engeman Theater

Actor, filmmaker and playwright Chazz Palminteri and his wife Gianna attended the opening night of A Bronx Tale: The Musical at the John W. Engeman Theater in Northport on Saturday, March 26.

The Bronx native, who wrote the play based on his childhood in 1989 and starred as Sonny in the movie version in 1993, thanked the Engeman and cast for a job well done.

"I haven’t seen the musical since Broadway and it is really amazing what this theater did here with the space they have, with the set, it’s just outstanding. I am amazed by it, and my hat goes off to the incredible cast and all the people here at this incredible theater. It brought back a lot of memories," he said.

"We are truly honored that Chazz and Gianna Palminteri were able to attend the opening night of A Bronx Tale. To be able to celebrate our production with the man who created this brilliant story was a moment that none of us will ever forget," said Richard Dolce, co-owner of the John W. Engeman Theater.

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Leg. Anker provides COVID-19 test kits to supermarket employees “I want to thank the essential workers of our local supermarkets, who worked tirelessly throughout the worst days of the COVID-19 pandemic. It is my hope that these COVID-19 test-kits will help to keep the stores’ workers and patrons safe and healthy as we start to work our way back to a sense of normalcy,” said Legislator Anker.

“I also want to express my appreciation for our Local Unions 338 and 1500, who represent the workers of Stop and Shop and King Kullen. Through these challenging times, our local unions have continued to dedicate themselves to ensuring workers and their families are protected and supported,” she said.

Stacy Davidson of Pattern Finders/Stacy’s Finds in Port Jefferson knows how unexpected expenses can be difficult especially during these unpredictable times. To help local families, she wishes to donate gowns and tuxedos to enable a wonderful experience for local seniors who might have to skip the event due to monetary issues.

"My amazing customers always answer the call for a prom drive. Rather than limit the young ladies to the donated gowns, I will make my entire vast inventory of spectacular gowns and formal dresses available for the girls to come to the shop and choose from. Fedora Lounge Boutique Hair Salon in Port Jefferson is one of the local salons donating hair styling for some of the girls and Give Kids Hope in the village will also supply the students in need," said Davidson.

Located at 128 East Main Street, Port Jefferson, Pattern Finders is open Wednesday through Sunday. For more information or to make an appointment, please call 631-928-5158.

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Suffolk County Legislator Sarah Anker visited three local supermarket stores in March to distribute COVID19 at-home test kits to their employees.

She met with managers and employees of the Stop and Shops in Rocky Point and Miller Place, as well as the King Kullen in Middle Island, where she distributed over 700 test kits between the three stores.

This effort follows Legislator Anker’s recent Drive-Thru Test Kit Distribution event which was open to all residents, as well as the dissemination of boxes of test kit to the various senior communities and day care centers in the area.

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ARTIST OF THE MONTH

Doug Reina

Artist statement:

‘I paint Modified-Realism by altering and enhancing colors, using more abstract

BY IRENE RUDDOCK compositions, and leaving large areas of Doug Reina, a well-known Long Island the painting an ambiguous black.’

artist, is currently preparing for his first solo exhibit at Gallery North in Setauket. Titled Prolonged Perceptions: Recent Paintings by Doug Reina, the exhibit will run from April 7 to May 22 with an opening reception on April 7 from 6 to 8 p.m. and an ArTalk on April 9 at 6 p.m.

I had a chance to dig deeper into the artistic vision of this prestigious artist when I visited his studio located at 290 Main Street, Setauket where he gives lessons every Thursday. Be sure to view his website dougreina.com for additional information about his distinguished career.

When did you first realize your interest and talent in art?

Ever since I was a small child, I had an interest in making art that expressed my feelings. I sensed that I had talent for art based on the reaction my work was getting from my art teachers and classmates.

at Nassau Community College, where he was the director of the Art department. My mom was also an artist and had a gallery of contemporary crafts in Cold Spring Harbor.

The home was full of original, contemporary art. I think having all that work to soak in over the years helped me to develop my own sense of aesthetics.

Who else was instrumental in encouraging you to pursue your art?

Stan Brodsky, a Long Island painter, became a mentor to me when I was a student in his Advanced Painting class. Stan opened my eyes about how much more a painting could express. I know I was very lucky to have those classes in that stage of my artistic development. I had the privilege of interviewing Stan about his artistic life at the Reboli Center which you can view on YouTube.

Can you name another artist whose Do you remember the first piece of art work you admired and gave you that you created?

When I was four or so, I decided to run inspiration? away by doing a self-portrait showing me running away, which I slipped under my folk’s bedroom door. As I recall it got a really big, affectionate reaction from my mom!

Your parents are involved in the art world. Can you tell us about them and how they influenced you?

My dad is a sculptor who made large public bronze works. He also taught art

When I first saw Richard Diebenkorn’s loose, gestural, figurative paintings I was blown off my feet. I see that he’s choosing colors because that’s what he feels the painting needs, rather than what reality says it’s supposed to be. But the thing that always gets me is the way he’ll paint something that’s loosely realistic but arrange the composition in such a way that the painting also feels somehow abstract.

Your latest works are going to be shown at Gallery North in a solo show titled Prolonged Perception. How would you describe these pieces?

They are paintings of the things I am attracted to — obscure, ordinary spaces of contemporary life that are often overlooked.

I paint over a blackened canvas, which makes the colors really pop. It also allows for some interesting effects when the black shows through the thin sections of color. But most importantly, I can leave large areas to remain black. This changes the paintings, as they are no longer “normal” fully rendered scenes. The black creates both a powerful design element as well as an equally powerful psychological quality in the work.

Your figurative work encompasses a plethora of interesting characters. What is it about a person that intrigues you to paint them?

People have so much character that they can add a powerful mood to a painting quite nicely. Plus, they can be a “stand in” for the viewer or me and help tell a type of story in the painting that we all share and feel as humans.

The prestigious Pollack-Krasner award was given to you twice. What did receiving that award mean to you and how did you utilize it?

I was honored to have received those grants from the PollockKrasner Foundation. As an artist, it made me feel like my work had merit and I was on the right track. The grant money has enabled me to open and maintain my studio, which has been here on Main Street in Setauket since 2014.

What feelings would you like the viewer to come away with?

I’d like them to feel they are seeing something new and fresh with beautiful color and compositions that have an abstract painting quality to them. I’d like them to take in a view of something often overlooked, yet possess some interesting emotional vibe that is worth slowing down for and considering.

Your recently published book, Under the Covers, showcases your cartoon work which has been described as ‘absurd, hilarious, and surprisingly touching.’ How did you become interested in cartooning?

My first love as a child artist was drawing cartoons. I continued through my adult life and had some luck getting them published with The New Yorker magazine as well as with King Features Syndicate. I have a love for vintage fountain pens and always have

a sketchbook on hand to amuse myself. A few years ago, I had started posting my little doodles from my sketchbook onto Instagram, where they amused my friends and likeminded strangers. I was advised to put them into a book which has been very well-received and can be purchased on Amazon.

Your immensely popular paintings on cigar boxes are another unique way you express your art. How did that come about?

There is another Richard Diebenkorn influence. I had read that he would take the lids off cigar boxes, paint directly onto them and give them as gifts to his friends. I do it a little differently though, in that, I like the

Your work is in many private collections. Is there one that brought you the most fulfillment?

Yes, I was commissioned to paint a copy of Washington Crossing the Delaware. This was a complicated painting that took many months to complete. When it was completed, I felt that I had become a stronger, more confident painter. It’s on my website under the Commissions section if you’d like to see it. (www.dougreina.com)

paper border around the cigar boxes and use that as a “frame” for my paintings. l also left the lid on the box. In fact, I glue them to the box which allows the entire box to be hung on a wall to be presented just like a regular painting.

You have many facets to your creativity, but many still admire your Long Island landscapes. How do you perceive these paintings?

I think my plein air paintings have a freshness to them that I find often hard to replicate when working in the studio. I can

What is your lifetime goal as an artist?

To have a long and healthy life where I can continue to make art that means something to me and to the people who exhibit it and collect it. always tell the difference between the two types of paintings. Whenever I paint outdoors, I feel a sense of urgency, as the weather is changing and the sun is on the move — so, there’s no time wasted. I begin to paint ahead of my mind, and I paint more with my heart. That puts an energy into the brushstrokes and that gives the paintings a nice sense of life to them.

Images clockwise from top left, ‘Florida Couple’, ‘Trailers’, ‘Couple on the Pier’, ‘Buddah’, ‘Green Door Loading Dock’, ‘Nobody’s Home’ Photos courtesy of Doug Reina

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BUSINESS NEWS

New executive director at NHS

The Northport Historical Society has named Caitlyn Shea as its new executive director.

She succeeds Andrea Miller.

According to a press release, Shea previously worked for the Walt Heather Arnett Whitman Birthplace Museum, where she was events and media director for three years.

Posner joins board at LIMHoF

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Jake’s 58 and Northwell Health team up to provide assistance to Ukraine

Suffolk County Presiding Officer Kevin McCaffrey and Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed Romaine, along with county elected officials, Suffolk OTB President/CEO, Tony Pancella, and executives from Northwell Health, held an emergency aid press conference with Long Island Ukrainian leaders on March 22 at Jake’s 58 Casino Hotel in Islandia.

Suffolk OTB, which operates the casino, made a $10,000 donation to the Northwell Health Ukraine Relief Fund to send vital

medical supplies to hospitals in the embattled nation. The check was accepted by Donna Moravick, Executive Director for South Shore University Hospital, on behalf of Northwell Health President and CEO, Michael Dowling. Additional money will be raised throughout the month of April from Jake’s 58’s Donate Your Change for the Ukraine campaign.

Long Island volunteer firefighters were also on hand to announce a donation of flameretardant gear to help Ukrainian

Canon U.S.A., Inc. honored

Canon U.S.A., Inc. of Melville was recently recognized by Ethisphere as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies for 2022. The company earned the honor for the fifth consecutive year from Ethisphere, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices.

Ethisphere recognized 136 honorees spanning 22 countries and 45 industries this year.

“Our goal is to develop solutions and provide the highest quality of support in an ethical manner,” said N. Scott Millar, senior vice president & general manager, Corporate Human Resources, Audit, Ethics & Business Consultation and senior vice president, Human Resources, Canon Solutions America, Inc. “To have Ethisphere once again recognize our business practices is a testament to our continuing commitment to corporate social responsibility and serving our customers with integrity.”

first responders put out fires left in the wake of bombs and shelling.

The equipment was donated by the Terry Farrell Firefighters Fund. “The Fire Service is a brotherhood that takes care of its own,” said Brian Farrell, the organization’s president.

The World Health Organization has verified at least 43 attacks on healthcare facilities in the Ukraine since the Russian invasion. More than 300 healthcare facilities are within the conflict zone and 600 others are within six miles of territory currently under siege.

NYCBS promotes Arocho

New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS) of Port Jefferson Station has announced the promotion of Jeryl Arocho, Corporate Recruiter/Director of Human Resources, to Vice President of People Operations.

Jeryl Arocho Arocho will focus on evaluating the people-related business strategy to retain and recruit top talent.

“Jeryl’s appointment supports our efforts to recruit top talent, leading to continued support and growth,” said Jeff Vacirca, MD, CEO of NYCBS. “In addition, her experience and proven track record will help support and accelerate the organization’s continued growth goals.”

The funds raised at Jake’s 58 will pay for medical supplies that will be transported to Poland and eventually delivered to the front lines.

“We have a moral obligation to help ease the suffering of the Ukrainian people. This generous donation will help address the immediate needs of individuals, families, and communities by providing medical assistance on the front lines. I want to thank Jake’s 58 for their contribution to the Northwell Health Ukraine Relief Fund,” said Dowling.

Arocho joined NYCBS in 2016 and previously serving as an administrative assistant for the chief officers. In addition, Arocho will complete her Human Resource certification in HR transformation this coming April from Cornell University.

“This is an exciting next step in my career,” said Arocho. “I look forward to the opportunity to shape an impactful People Operations Department that contributes to the organization’s strong and healthy culture rooted in patient-centered care.”

Long Island Career Fair

Melville Marriott, 1350 Walt Whitman Road, Melville will host a Long Island Career Fair on Thursday, April 7 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Meet face-to-face with hiring decision-makers from some of the areas top employers. Dress professionally and bring plenty of resumes. To register, visit www. choicecareerfairs.com.

The Long Island Music Hall of Fame (LIMHoF) has announced that it has voted Robert S. Posner to join its board of trustees. “I am very excited to join the Long Island Music Hall of Fame’s board of trustees,” said the Robert S. Posner Northport resident. “I have followed this wonderful organization for many years ...

I am looking forward to contributing to its continued growth, promoting music education and Long Island’s diverse musical history.”

New pathology director at Mather Daniel Perrault, MD, has been named director of the Department of Pathology at Mather Hospital. The Stony Brook resident is a diplomate of the American Board of Pathology, combined anatomic pathology Dr. Daniel Perrault and clinical pathology certification, and a fellow of the College of American Pathologists and the American Society for Clinical Pathology.

Hamdani joins New York Health

New York Health has announced that internal medicine physician Moiz A. Hamdani, MD, has joined its team of physicians. He will be practicing at 1866 Wading River Manor Road, Wading River and 6144 Route 25 Dr. Moiz A. Hamdani A, Suite #19, Wading River. Dr. Hamdani has over 15 years of experience specializing in internal medicine with a interest in prevention, gastrointestinal, cardiology, and neurology treatment.

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COOKING COVE

LEFTOVERS:

a savory second time around

BY BARBARA BELTRAMI

Concerning leftovers, there are two groups of people — those who love them and those who don’t. The former can stand in the shadows cast by the refrigerator light in the middle of the night and gnaw on a drumstick, grab a fork and twirl cold leftover spaghetti right out of the container, or hack off a slab of ham or roast beef, grab the jar of mayonnaise and a couple of slices of bread and cure their insomnia with a sandwich.

The latter are those like me, who with the best of intentions, carefully scrape every last morsel into a container, stash it in the fridge where it gets rotated to the back and ends up growing a bluish-green furry topping.

However, I must concede that there are some leftovers that I think successfully lend themselves to recycling, particularly ham, chicken and pasta.

Leftover Chicken Egg Rolls

YIELD: Makes 16 egg rolls INGREDIENTS: • Nonstick cooking spray • 16 egg roll wrappers • 2 cups grated carrots • 1 cup grated cabbage • 1/3 cup minced cubanelle pepper • 1/3 cup chopped scallions • 1 garlic clove, minced • 2 cups minced cooked chicken breasts/thighs • 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon cornstarch • 1 tablespoon water • 1 tablespoon soy sauce • 1 teaspoon vegetable or peanut oil • 1 teaspoon brown sugar • Freshly ground white pepper to taste DIRECTIONS:

Preheat oven to 400 F. Generously coat bottom and sides of a large skillet and a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray; cover wrappers with a damp towel. In a large skillet, stir fry the carrots, cabbage, pepper, scallions, garlic and chicken until veggies begin to soften, about 3 to 5 minutes. In a small pot combine cornstarch, water, soy sauce, oil, brown sugar and white pepper until smooth; add to chicken veggie mixture; cook about 2 minutes, just until sauce is thickened.

Place wrapper on flat surface; scoop 1/3 cup of mixture onto part of wrapper closest

to you; tightly fold in sides of wrapper and roll toward the edge farthest away from you. Gently lift egg roll and place seam side down on baking sheet; repeat procedure for remaining egg rolls. Spray top of each egg roll with nonstick coking spray. Bake, turning egg rolls once, until they are golden and crispy, about 10 to 15 minutes. Serve hot with soy sauce and sauteed baby bok choy.

Leftover Ham and Veggies Quiche

YIELD: Makes 4 to 6 servings INGREDIENTS: • One 9” pie crust • 1 cup minced cooked ham • 1 cup shredded hard cheese (cheddar, Swiss, Gouda, etc.)

• 2 cups cooked veggies (Brussels sprouts, spinach, kale, broccoli, etc) • 1 onion, thinly sliced • 4 eggs • 2 cups half and half • Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg DIRECTIONS:

Preheat oven to 400 F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Line pie dish or quiche pan with crust; crimp edges (make the edges as high as possible). Evenly distribute ham, cheese, veggies and onions over crust. In a medium bowl vigorously beat together the eggs, half and half, salt and pepper

and nutmeg, then pour mixture into crust.

Place quiche on prepared baking sheet; bake until a knife inserted near edge comes out clean and top is golden, about 25 to 30 minutes; remove to wire rack and let sit at least 5 minutes. Serve hot, warm or at room temperature with soup.

Leftover Pasta Frittata

YIELD: Makes 4 to 6 servings INGREDIENTS: • 4 eggs • 2-3 ounces freshly grated Parmesan cheese • Salt and pepper to taste • 1/2 pound cooked pasta with marinara sauce (preferably spaghetti or linguine, coarsely chopped) • 1/4 cup olive oil • 1/4 cup julienned fresh basil leaves DIRECTIONS:

Preheat oven to 400 F. In a large bowl beat eggs, then stir in cheese, salt and pepper and pasta. Heat oil in a 10” ovenproof nonstick skillet over medium heat; pour egg and pasta mixture into pan and gently pulling edges toward center as egg solidifies, cook about 5 minutes, until all but a little of the mixture remains runny and frittata is crisp on bottom; place in oven for 3 to 5 minutes until completely cooked, then slide onto heated plate. Sprinkle with basil. Serve hot or warm with a crisp green salad.

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COVER STORY

Engeman Theater's 'A Bronx Tale' is breathtaking in every way Sonny and my father always said that when I get older I would understand.

Well, I finally did.

I learned something from these two men.

I learned to give love and get love unconditionally.

And I learned the saddest thing in life is wasted talent And the choices that you make will shape your life forever.

But you can ask anybody from my neighborhood And they will tell you, This is just another Bronx Tale.

(Calogero’s quote)

BY BARBARA ANNE KIRSHNER

T

he John W. Engeman Theater in Northport captivates once again and this time it’s with the gritty, heartfelt, edge of your seat excitement of A Bronx Tale: The Musical. The show opened on March 24.

From the moment you enter the theatre, you are immersed in the Italian flavor of the show from the red/white checkered cloths decorating tables, to the delectable cannoli, to the Sinatra style crooner in the lounge.

A Bronx Tale is a coming-of-age musical told from the perspective of an Italian American young man, Calogero, growing up on the mean streets of 1960s Bronx.

The gangsters in the neighborhood fascinate him. As a nine-year-old boy, he witnesses Sonny, the mob boss, brutally shoot a man for assaulting his friend, but when the police question the child, he doesn’t snitch.

Impressed, Sonny takes young Calogero under his wing, gives him the nickname “C,” introduces him to his gang and offers him odd jobs around his bar.

Fast forward eight years; all this time C has been working for Sonny and hiding it from his father. He has developed the reputation as Sonny’s sidekick thus gaining respect from all the other mobsters. At school, C meets a Black girl, Jane, and they are instantly attracted though they know it is forbidden by both their neighborhoods. They plan a date anyway amidst mounting racial tensions which culminate in a climactic clash.

Centered around respect, loyalty, love and family, A Bronx Tale took on many forms before it was adapted into the musical version. Chazz Palminteri wrote the one man play version in 1989 as an acting vehicle for himself. It is semi-autobiographical, based on his 1960’s childhood in the Bronx. The play premiered in Los Angeles (1989) before moving to Off-Broadway. Robert DeNiro saw the play in Los Angeles (1990) and

Scenes from 'A Bronx Tale.'

Photos courtesy of Engeman Theater

resolved to turn it into a movie. DeNiro and Palminteri teamed up to make the 1993 film.

This was DeNiro’s directorial debut and the two wrote the screenplay. DeNiro played Lorenzo, the father, with Palminteri taking on the role of Sonny, the mob boss.

From October 25, 2007, through February 24, 2008, Palminteri performed his one man show on Broadway at the Walter Kerr Theatre under the direction of Jerry Zaks. Next came the musical with book by Palminteri, music

by Alan Menken, lyrics by Glenn Slater and co-directed by DeNiro and Zaks. It opened on Broadway December 1, 2016, and closed on August 5, 2018. Of special note, the role of Jane was played by this year’s supporting actress Oscar winner, Ariana DeBose.

The Engeman production is breathtaking in every way. Kyle Dixon’s set impresses starting as Belmont Avenue with abstract tenements, fire escapes, a prominent stoop and streetlight where a chorus of doowop opens the show and then seamlessly transforms into various locations. Lighting by

John Burkland washes the set in pale red tones, a metaphor for the crime-ridden streets, then brightens for lighter moments.

Calogero is played to perfection by Mike Cefalo whose soulful eyes, ready smile and rich vocals invites the audience into his world. His counterpart, the nine-year- old Calogero played by Michael Deaner, is adorable, but with a street wise edge, not an easy task for a kid to play. Deaner infuses so much joy into his songs it is infectious.

The voice of reason, Lorenzo (Charlie Marcus), exudes fervor fighting for his son’s soul with lines like, “If you get lost, look to me, I’m here for you.” Shaina Vencel (Rosina) makes us feel the motherly love and devotion she has for her son. Mike Keller’s mobster Sonny is charming and generous but dangerous if you cross him. He genuinely cares about Calogero and teaches him lessons he learned from the streets. “Make them fear you, not love you,” is his mantra. Mackenzie Meadows as Jane is radiant with a stunning

voice. It is easy to see how C could fall for her. Sonny tells C that you only get Three Great Ones in your life and Meadows makes us believe she is one of them.

Director/choreographer Paul Stancato has assembled a stellar cast that hits all the emotional tones this show requires. His choreography is energetic with spectacular high kicks and passionate. Dustin Cross’ costumes are 60s nostalgia with tight fitting pedal pushers, midriff tops, black leather jackets and all those gangster suits. Music director Benjamin Stayner and his band glide through this tuneful score with its doowop, Motown and Broadway style ballads.

The Engeman delivers high powered professionalism on all cylinders with A Bronx Tale: The Musical. The show runs through May 8.

The John E. Engeman Theater is located at 250 Main Street in Northport. To order tickets, call 631-261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.

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KNOWLEDGE SEEKERS

BNL/SBU’s Peter Khalifah and colleagues show lithium defects in batteries Harnessing the Technology of our Research Giants

BY DANIEL DUNAIEF

Lithium may one day become a staple of electric vehicle batteries, providing a lighter weight and extended driving range to current graphite anodes.

To tap into lithium’s potential, researchers and engineers will need to understand what causes macroscopic problems for the metal.

Peter Khalifah, who is a chemist at Brookhaven National Laboratory with a joint appointment at Stony Brook University, and two former members of his lab recently took a step towards building that knowledge. The team, which includes former graduate student Monty Cosby and former undergraduate Gia Carignan, recently published a paper in a special issue of the Journal of the Electrochemical Society honoring the contributions of battery researcher John Goodenough, who won a Nobel Prize.

Khalifah and colleagues studied how lithium was deposited and removed. Ideally, the processes should be the same everywhere on the surface of the electrode. Using a beaming at Argonne National Laboratory, the researchers generated an enormous collection of data on a battery as it was working.

The scientists were the first to use x-ray diffraction to measure changes in the amount of lithium at different positions directly in the plane of the electrode in a cycling battery. “Nobody has been able to observe this type of deposition and stripping using x-ray diffraction methods before,” Khalifah said.

“We’re excited that we could do the experiment. It will take more work over the next few years to really understand what’s driving the differences.”

SPOTLIGHTING DISCOVERIES AT (1) COLD SPRING HARBOR LAB (2) STONY BROOK UNIVERSITY & (3) BROOKHAVEN NATIONAL LAB

Seeing lithium in action presented considerable challenges. At the start of the experiment, they weren’t sure they’d be able to see the weak signal from lithium, particularly as lithium on a pure lithium metal anode could obscure the signal.

Khalifah and Cosby created a bare anode that lithium was deposited on during cycling. They also studied two anode electrodes, copper and molybdenum.

During the experiments with copper, lithium behaved as expected during the first charge cycle of the battery. When it was discharged, some lithium remained on the anode even after the battery was fully discharged. The researchers were surprised that the leftover lithium was concentrated in spots of approximate five millimeters, rather than being distributed evenly through the cell.

The molybdenum anode demonstrated more variation than copper during plating, but less than copper during stripping, suggesting that molybdenum might be more effective in yielding higher performance batteries than copper.

While Khalifah is pleased with the potential for this work, he recognizes that it is one of many steps and raises numerous questions.

The work “tells you that these type of measurements are effective and tells us that we should go ahead and do the next round of experiments,” he said.

Monty Cosby For Cosby, who defended his graduate thesis in January and started working as a postdoctoral researcher in February at the SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory at Stanford University, the lithium research represented about a third of his doctoral thesis.

Stony Brook University (SBU) graduate student Monty Cosby (left) and senior Gia Carignan (center) are co-first authors on the Journal of the Electrochemical Society publication describing research on lithium deposition and stripping, which was led by SBU professor and Brookhaven Lab chemist Peter Khalifah (right). Photos courtesy of BNL

“The more unexpected and exciting thing was that the data unveiled several different types of phenomena that occurred from the poor lithium transport properties within the battery,” Cosby explained in an email. The reception of the paper has been “very strong and I expect it to have a large impact on many future experiments within the battery community.”

Within the paper, for which Cosby and Carignan were co-first authors, the researchers were able to see lithium where it is performing poorly. This also correlated with the same position within the battery where the cathode was performing poorly, a hypothesis proposed by previous researchers in the battery community.

Numerous explanations could account for lithium’s performance, which the researchers proposed in the paper. “We cannot say which hypothesis is the one causing the phenomena we are seeing, but we feel that the electrolyte may be the cause of the poor performance of lithium in

the cells we used,” said Cosby.

The most important takeaway from the research, Cosby said, was that they were able to see what was happening while the cell was cycling, which can help make meaningful decisions on what to probe within the battery.

“With this experimental design, we can change the cell components in future experiments to highlight what changes need to be made to lithium metal batteries to prevent poor charge or discharges within the anode,” he explained. Cosby is currently working on prospective photovoltaics for solar cells.

A native of Portland, Oregon, Cosby developed an interest in science when he took a course in high school chemistry at Aloha High School where his teacher Ken Houle, who is now retired, was enthusiastic and “made even a class that seemed mundane to most high schoolers exciting,” Cosby said.

Cosby attended the University of Oregon as an undergraduate and studied electrochemistry.

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Gia Carignan

A current PhD student at Rutgers in New Jersey, Carignan interpreted some of the wealth of data that came in from the experiments.

“I was tasked with taking all that data” which, she said, took months to complete. “I was putting it together in a way that was easy to see visually and understand.”

When she was compiling and comparing the data, she described how she could see important differences. During charging and discharging, she could “see there was an issue in the deposition and stripping of lithium,” she said. “We thought we were finally seeing the important part of this data.”

Cosby said Carignan was “amazing help getting the work finished in a relatively short time. She was exceptional for an undergrad in her work ethic and ability to grasp complex concepts.”

A native of Ronkonkoma, Carignan, who graduated from Connetquot High School, said she appreciates the support of her family. When she was in fifth grade at Duffield Elementary School, Carignan wrote in her yearbook that she wanted to grow up to become a science teacher.

“I always had some STEM-like field in my head,” she said.

Carignan chose to join a group at Rutgers in which she can combine her interest in chemistry with her desire to do something to help the environment. She’s conducting research on developing hybrid materials as phosphors for solid state lighting applications, such as LEDs, and photovoltaics, such as solar cells.

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Religious D irectory Catholic INFANT JESUS ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH 110 Myrtle Ave., Port Jefferson 631-473-0165 Fax 631-331-8094 www.www.infantjesus.org REVEREND PATRICK M. RIEGGER, PASTOR, ASSOCIATES: REV. FRANCIS LASRADO & REV. ROLANDO TICLLASUCA Parish Outreach: 631-331-6145 Weekly Masses: 6:50 and 9am in the Church, 12pm in the Chapel* Weekend Masses: Saturday at 5 pm in the Church, 4:00 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. GERARD MAJELLA ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH 300 Terryville Road, Port Jefferson Station 631-473-2900 www.stgmajella.org REV. GREGORY RANNAZZISI, PASTOR Stations of the Cross Each Friday night during Lent, 7pm.

Mass: Saturday 5pm Sunday 8am, 10am & 12pm Weekday Mass: 9am Confessions: Saturday 3:45pm-4:45pm Office Hours: Monday-Thursday 9am - 4:30pm Thrift Shop: Monday-Thursday 10am - 4pm and Friday 10am-2pm.

Baptism and Wedding arrangements can be made by calling the Parish Office

ST. JAMES ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH 429 Rt. 25A, Setauket Phone: 631-941-4141 Fax: 631-751-6607 Parish Office email: parish@stjamessetauket.org www.stjamessetauket.org REV. ROBERT KUZNIK, PASTOR REV. ROBERT SCHECKENBACK, ASSOCIATE PASTOR REV. JOHN FITZGERALD, IN RESIDENCE REV. MIKE S. EZEATU, SBU HOSPITAL CHAPLAIN, IN RESIDENCE Office Hours: Monday-Friday 9am to 4pm ...

Saturday 9am to 2pm Weekday Masses: Monday to Saturday 8am Weekend Masses: Saturday (Vigil) 5pm (Youth) Sunday 8am ... 9:30am (Family) 11:30am (Choir) Baptisms: contact the Office at the end of the third month of pregnancy to set a date.

Matrimony: contact the Office at least nine months before desired date to set a date.

Reconciliation: Saturdays 4:00 to 4:45pm or by Appointment.

Anointing of the Sick: by request.

Bereavement: 631-941-4141 x 341 Faith Formation Office: 631-941-4141 x 328 Outreach: 631-941-4141 x 313 Our Daily Bread Sunday Soup Kitchen 3:00 pm closed ... reopening TBD Food Pantry Open ... Wednesdays 12Noon to 2pm and Sundays 2pm to 3pm 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 to Jesus invitation: to be faithful and fruitful disciples; to be a Good Samaritan to our neighbor and enemy; to be stewards of and for God’s creation and to be living witness 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 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 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: Saturday 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

Catholic Traditional Latin Mass ST. MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL SOCIETY OF SAINT PIUS X 900 Horseblock Road, Farmingville 631-736-6515 sspxlongisland.com Sunday Masses at 7am and 9am Please consult sspxlongisland.com for updates and current mass times.

Palm Sunday & Holy Week Schedule: Sun. April 10: Palm Sunday 7:00 am: Low Mass 9:00 am: Blessing of Palms followed by a Sung Mass Holy Thursday (April 14) 6:00 pm: Confessions 7:00 pm: Maundy Thursday Mass (Washing of the Feet, Stripping of the Altars, and Adoration at the Altar of Repose until Midnight) Good Friday (April 15) 11:30 am: Confessions 12:30 pm: Stations of the Cross Solemn Afternoon Liturgy immediately following (Singing of the Lessons, Singing of the Passion, Adoration of the Cross, Mass of the PreSanctified) Holy Saturday (April 16) 9:00 pm: Confessions 10:00 pm: Easter Vigil (Blessing of the New Fire, the Blessing and Procession with the Paschal Candle, The singing of the Exsultet & Lessons, The Litany of the Saints, The blessing of the Easter Water, the Renewal of the Baptismal Vows) Easter Mass (April 17) at 12:00 Midnight after the Easter Vigil 9:00 am Sung Mass

Congregational MT. SINAI CONGREGATIONAL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST 233

North

Country Road, Mt. Sinai 631-473-1582 www.msucc.org REV. DR. PHILIP HOBSON Mount Sinai Congregational Church is open to the public Please wear a mask and be ready to sing!”

We will continue to provide our online service on our You Tube channel at 10am, and any time thereafter, with Rev. Phil Hobson.

Through our worship and by our actions we strive to live out Christ’s message to love one another.

The Island Heart Food Pantry continues to help those in need at 643 Middle Country Road, Middle Island, N.Y. Our hours are Wednesday and Thursday from 2:30-4:30pm. Wear a mask and stay in car

“No matter who you are or where you are on life’s journey, you are welcome here.”

Grace and Peace, Rev. Phil Palm Sunday, April 10, at 10AM we will process into the Sanctuary with palms for worship.

Maundy Thursday, April 14th at 7 PM, we commemorate the Last Supper.

Good Friday, April 15th, please come to the church for a labyrinth prayer walk, and our time of self-guided reflections on the Stations of the Cross from 12-3pm.

On Easter Sunday morning, before it is light, we will worship together on Cedar Beach at 6AM for our Sunrise Service.

We will then give thanks and praise in the Sanctuary at 10 AM for our service of the Resurrection.

Sunday Morning services are at 10 am.

Episcopal ALL SOULS EPISCOPAL CHURCH Our little historic church on the hill across from the Stony Brook Duck Pond 61 Main Street, Stony Brook Visit our website www.allsoulsstonybrook.org or call 631-655-7798 allsoulsepiscopalchurch@verizon.net REV THOMAS REESE Interdenominational Morning Prayer ServiceTuesday 8:00am- Half Hour Interdenominational Rosary Service-Wednesday 12noonSunday Services: 8am Virtual Service 9:30am Service at the Church-Organ Music Schedule Palm Sunday, Holy Week, Easter Services: Palm Sunday-8:00AM-Virtual Morning Prayer with Passion Gospel (Zoom) 9:30 Holy Eucharist with Liturgy of Palms & Passion Gospel Maunday Thursday-7:00PM Eucharist with Stripping of Altar Good Friday-12 Noon Service 7:00PM Service Easter Sunday-8:00AM Morning Prayer Service (Zoom) 9:30AM Holy Eurcharist All Souls collects food for the hungry of L. I. everyday Please leave non-perishables in vestibule of Church.

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 1 Dyke Road on the Village Green, Setauket Web site: www.carolinechurch.net email: office@carolinechurch.net 631-941-4245 REV. COOPER CONWAY, INTERIM PRIEST-IN-CHARGE Let God walk with you as part of our family-

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

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Religious D irectory Episcopal friendly community Holy Eucharist Saturday 5pm Sunday 8am, 9:30am Church School at 9:30 Palm Sunday, April 10th 8:00am Holy Eucharist 9:30am Holy Eucharist; Reading of the Passion Holy Week, April 11th, 12th, and 13th 7:00pm - Holy Eucharist each night Maundy Thursday, April 14th 7:00pm - Holy Eucharist; followed by an overnight vigil in the church Good Friday, April 15th 9:00am - Individual Sacrament of Reconciliation 10:00am - Stations of the Cross 12:00pm - Community Service at the Methodist Church 7:00pm - Good Friday service Holy Saturday, April 16th 10:00am - Free Community Egg Hunt & Hat Contest 7:00pm - The Great Vigil of Easter; Lighting of Paschal Candle & 1st Holy Eucharist of Easter Easter Day, April 17th 8:00am - Festal Choral Holy Eucharist 10:00am - Festal Choral Holy Eucharist

CHRIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH 127

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Av e . , P o r t J e f f e r s o n 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 Holy Week services masks are optional Palm Sunday April 10 -8:00 and 10:00 am Eucharist please make a reservation by calling the church office.

Maundy Thursday April 14 7:00 pm Eucharist please make a reservation Good Friday April 15 3:00 pm please make a reservation Scriptural Readings, Veneration of the Cross, Holy Communion Easter Day April 17 9:00 am please make a reservation Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia

ST. JOHN’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH “To know Christ and to make Him known” 12 Prospect St, Huntington 631-427-1752 On Main St. next to the Library REV. DUNCAN A. BURNS, RECTOR REV. CLAIRE MIS, DEACON ALEX PRYRODNY, MUSIC DIRECTOR & ARTIST-IN-RESIDENCE Sunday Worship In Person, Zoom & Facebook 8:00 am Rite I Holy Eucharist with music

9:45 am Sunday School 10:00 am Rite II Holy Choral Eucharist Morning Prayer Via Zoom 9:00 am Monday thru Friday Easter Sunday 7:30 am Rite I Holy Eucharist 9:00 am & 11:00 am Rite II Choral Holy Eucharist Easter Egg Hunt 10:15 am Thrift Shop Open!

12 to 3 pm Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays Volunteers needed info@stjohns1745.org (631) 427-1752 www.stjohns1745.org Facebook.com/stjohns1745

Jewish 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 KALIX JACOBSON EDUCATIONAL DIRECTOR RABBI PAUL SIDLOFSKY, RABBI EMERITUS STEPHEN A. KAROL RABBI EMERITUS ADAM D. FISHER CANTOR EMERITUS MICHAEL F. TRACHTENBERG Sabbath Services: 1st Friday of the month 6pm, all other Fridays 7:30pm and Saturday B’nai services at 10am

Religious School Monthly Family Service Monthly Tot Shabbat Youth Groups Adult Education Sisterhood Brotherhood Book Club-More

lighting of new fire Holy Communion 7:30pm Easter Day April 17 Feast of the ResurrectionChoral Eucharist and Sermon 8:30 and 10:30 am

Lutheran-ELCA

Lutheran-LCMS

HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH AND ANCHOR NURSERY SCHOOL

MESSIAH LUTHERAN CHURCH

46 Dare Road, Selden 631-732-2511 Emergency Number 516-848-5386 Email: office@hopelutheran.com Website: www.hopeluth.com REV. DR. RICHARD O. HILL, PASTOR DALE NEWTON, VICAR 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 E-mail: Pastorpauldowning@yahoo.com Pastor’s cell: 347-423-3623 (voice or text) www.StPaulsLCPJS.org facebook.com/stpaulselca REV. PAUL A. DOWNING PASTOR Indoor services of Holy Communion are offered each Sunday at 8:30 and 10:30 am in our sanctuary. Parking lot is behind church. Enter from Maple Avenue.Out of consideration for others if you have not been vaccinated, please wear a mask.

Morning worship is also available over Facebook Live at the church website from the 8:30 service.

Special Holy Week Services Palm Sunday April 10 Holy Communion with Procession with Palms and Reading of the Passion at 8:30 and 10:30 Holy MondayApril 11-Stations of the Cross at 7:30pm Holy Tuesday April 12 Individual Confession and Annointing at 7:30pm Holy Wednesday April 13- 6th session of Lenten Bible Study 7;00pm “24 Hours that Changed the World” Maundy Thursday April 14 Holy Communion and Stripping the Altar 7:30pm Good Friday April 15-Tenebrae Service and Veneration of the Cross 7:30pm Easter Eve- April 16 Great Vigil of Easter and

465 Pond Path, East Setauket 631-751-1775 www.messiahny.org PASTOR NILS NIEMEIER ASSOCIATE PASTOR STEVE UNGER Mid-Week Lent Worship Wednesdays at 11am & 7pm Holy Thursday, April 14th at 7pm Good Friday, April 15th at 7pm Easter Vigil Saturday, April 16th at 7pm Easter Sunday, April 17th at 8:30am & 11am with Continental Breakfast and Easter Egg Hunt at 10am Our worship services are 9am and 10:45am with Sunday school at 9am.

We are still asking people to wear a mask and social distance. The service will be live streamed on our YouTube page.

Go to our website (www.messiahny.org) for the link.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.

May God keep you safe and shine His light and love upon you

Methodist BETHEL AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH 33 Christian Ave/ PO 2117, E. Setauket 631-941-3581 REV. LISA WILLIAMS PASTOR 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 Indoor at 10am Services are streamed online @ www. setauketumc.org and livestreamed on Facebook Holy Communion 1st Sunday of Month Mary Martha Circle (Women’s Ministry) meets every 2nd Tuesday each month at 1pm No matter who you are or where you are on life’s journey, you’re welcome here!

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

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CAYLA'S COLUMN

Against the Grain: A women's history walking tour in Stony Brook Village

For centuries, the Three Village area has been home to fearless and heroic women who were ahead of their time.

During the Ward Melville Heritage O r g a n i z a t i o n’s (WMHO) Women’s History Walking Tour: “Against the BY CAYLA ROSENHAGEN Grain” on March 25, eager listeners heard tales of these courageous ladies, spanning from colonial times to the 20th century.

When I arrived in Stony Brook Village for the 3:50 tour, blooming daffodils and crocuses were sprouting up across the town, celebrating the recent arrival of spring. Our group met at the historic Grist Mill, where I met the other participants and our guide, Kayla Cheshire. Kayla has worked as the WMHO’s education and outreach manager for about three years and is a passionate and knowledgeable history buff.

The event attracted history enthusiasts from all over, however, many of the participants were locals. We were even fortunate to have descendants of a local

Tour guide Kayla Cheshire in front of the Stony Brook Grist Mill during the March 25 tour. Photo by Cayla Rosenhagen See more photos at www.tbrnewsmedia.com

historic figure, suffragette, conservationist, and town founder Jennie Melville among us.

We gathered around Kayla as she told us about the history of the area, including how it was home to conductors of the Underground Railroad in the mid-1800s.

According to legend, conductors would use coded quilts to help enslaved people, who were escaping from the still-legal slave trade in the South, along their way to freedom.

Details of the quilts, including morningstar

and hourglass symbols would indicate the time and type of planned journeys to the next stations, bringing them one step closer to Canada. For instance, a squiggly emblem called the “Drunkard’s Path” implied the path they had to take was a difficult, zigzagged one, possibly through rough terrain and rivers, so they wouldn’t be tracked by bounty hunters.

The tour proceeded to All Souls Episcopal Church on Main Street, then to the Stony Brook Village Center, just in time to see

the majestic eagle atop the Post Office flap its wings at 4 p.m. Here we learned of philanthropist and town matriarch Dorothy Melville, wife of Ward Melville, who was known as Stony Brook’s “fairy godmother.”

She was a crucial contributor to the Stony Brook Community Fund and the Museums at Stony Brook and is credited with making the village handicap accessible.

Our next stop was The Jazz Loft. Its rich history included being utilized as a fire department in the early 1900s. In 1935, the building was transformed into a museum by the Melville family and prominent local Dr. Winifred Curtis, among others. Over time, the museum changed locations, and is now called the Long Island Museum on Route 25A. The tour came to a close at the fascinatingly historic Three Village Inn. We learned about the inn’s former owners including Richard Hallock, Jonas Smith, and Jennie Melville, and its former uses as a private residence, tea room, and finally an inn.

The WMHO's Walking Tour series continues on April 7 and 21, as well as on June 2 and 16 at 11:50 a.m. and another at 3:50 p.m. The tours are $10 per person and reservations are required by calling 631751-2244.

Religious D irectory 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.

Email: office@pjpres.org Website: www.pjpres.org THE REV. DR. RICHARD GRAUGH 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 Wednesday 5:00-6:00pm and Fridays 3:30-5:00 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.

S E TA U K E T P R E S B Y T E R I A N CHURCH 5 Caroline Avenue ~ On the Village Green 631- 941-4271 Celebrating & sharing the love of God since 1660 All are welcome!

THE REV. CHUCK CARY TEMPORARY SUPPLY PASTOR THE REV. ASHLEY MCFAUL-ERWIN, COMMUNITY OUTREACH PASTOR Worship with us in-person Sundays at 9:30AM Masks required Our service is available via live-stream.

Visit www.setauketpresbyterian.org Holy Week Schedule Palm Sunday April 10 at 9:30AM Maundy Thursday Service with Communion

April 14 at 7:30PM Good Friday Tenebrae April 15 at 8:00PM Easter Sunday April 17 6:30AM Sunrise Service (outdoors) 9:30AM Sanctuary Service 11:00AM* Sanctuary Service *Children’s Easter Activity after the 11AM Service We are a More Light and Matthew 25 congregation We believe ALL are created in the image of God and we actively engage in making our faith come alive.

Quaker QUAKER

RELIGIOUS SOCIETY OF FRIENDS

Conscience Bay Meeting 4 Friends Way, St. James 11780 631-928-2768 www.consciencebayquakers.org We gather in silent worship seeking God,/the Inner Light/Spirit.

We’re guided by the Quaker testimonies of

simplicity, peace, integrity, community, equality and stewardship. In-person worship blended with virtual worship. Monthly discussions, Sept.June. Religious education for children.

Sept.-June, 11 a.m.; July-Aug., 10 a.m. All are welcome. See our website.

Unitarian Universalist UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP AT STONY BROOK 380 Nicolls Road, East Setauket 631-751-0297 uufsb.org office@uufsb.org REV. MARGARET H. ALLEN (MINISTER@UUFSB.ORG) Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.

Go to uufsb.org for live-streamed YouTube link.worship services.

Due to the ongoing pandemic, in-person attendance is limited to 50 people, and all in-person attendees must show proof of vaccination Go to uufsb.org to register in advance.

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

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Ongoing

TVHS expands hours

The Three Village Historical Society, 93 North Country Road, Setauket will be open for the spring season on Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays from 1 to 4 p.m. and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for exhibit tours of SPIES! and Chicken Hill and gift shop now through May 7. For more information, call 751-3730 or visit www.tvhs.org.

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Times ... and dates March 31 to April 7, 2022

Native American Drumming

All Souls Parish House, 10 Mill Pond Road, Stony Brook will host a Native American Drumming Meditation from 7 to 8:45 p.m.

Led by elder drummer, Ric Statler, drumming meditation seeks to integrate the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual parts of the human self, creating a state of well-being.

Please call 655-7798 for more information.

Friday 1

First Friday at the Heckscher

Furnishing Hope fundraiser

Wintertide concert

The Port Jefferson Village Center, 101-A E. Broadway, Part Jefferson continues its Wintertide concert series with a concert by Old Fid - the sea shanty trio of Alan Short and Deidre and Sean Murtha from 7:30 to 9 p.m. $5 donation at the door. Questions? Call 802-210.

Saturday 2

History at Hallockville workshop

Hallockville Museum Farm, 6038 Sound Ave., Riverhead kicks of its 5-week spring workshop series, History at Hallockville, with Sustainability from 9 a.m. to noon. Participants will learn about the “green” practices of the Hallock family throughout the farm and over the decades and discuss how these historic selfsustaining ways are important in today’s world.

The series continues with Traditional Crafts on April 9, The Immigrant Experience on April 30, Farm to Table on May 7 and Culminating Session on May 14. $65 per workshop. To register, visit www.hallockville.org.

Sunday 3

Theatre Three Food Drive

Theatre Three will host a food and personal care items drive to benefit the Open Cupboard Pantry at Infant Jesus Church from 9 a.m. to noon. Items will be collected at the Infant Jesus convent building at 110 Hawkins St. (off Myrtle Ave) in Port Jefferson. Donations needed include juice, mustard, mayonnaise, ketchup, flour, sugar, Maseca corn flour, cooking oil, coffee, pancake mix (complete), pancake syrup, canned fruit, healthy snacks as well as shampoo, conditioner, soap, deodorant, toothbrushes, toothpaste, razors, toilet paper, baby shampoo, baby wash, baby wipes, baby powder, Desitin and lotion. Grocery store gift cards and cash also accepted. For more information, call 938-6464.

Port Jeff Winter Farmers Market

The Heckscher Museum of Art, 2 Prime Ave., Huntington continues its First Friday series tonight from 5 to 8:30 p.m. Explore the exhibitions during extended viewing hours and enjoy a concert featuring soulful standards with Steve Salerno and Mall Waldron at 7 pm.

Free admission. For further information, call 380-3230 or visit www.heckscher.org.

Setauket Presbyterian Church, 5 Caroline Ave., Setauket will culminate its Furnishing Hope online auction fundraising week for The Open Door Exchange with a special inperson celebration with auction items and raffle baskets at 7 p.m. Tickets for the event are $10 per person and can be purchased at www. opendoorexchange.org.

takes you into a surreal and fantasy world, allowing you to dip your toes into the stream of unconsciousness. VIVA MOMIX boasts their greatest hits, and is perfect for all ages and all occasions. Ticket prices range from $52 to $80. To order, call 632-2787 or visit www. stallercenter.com.

PIPE AND DRUM Better late than never! The 38th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade marches down Lake Avenue on April 2 at 1 p.m., courtesy of the St. James Chamber of Commerce.

File photo by Rita J. Egan/TBR News Media

Stony Brook Preserve clean-up

In light of Earth Month, Brookhaven Town Councilmember Jonathan Kornreich will cohost a cleanup of the Lee Koppelman Preserve, at the intersection of Sage Lane and Sheppard Lane in Stony Brook from 10 a.m. to noon.

T-shirts, bags, gloves, pickers and certificates will be handed out to those who participate.

For additional details, call 451-6963.

Bunny brunch and vendor fair

Location-St. Louis de Montfort Church, 75 New York Ave., Sound Beach hosts a Brunch with the Bunny and Vendor Fair from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Enjoy brunch, pictures with The Bunny, vendors, auction baskets, 50/50 raffle, kids craft table and more! Tickets at the door are $18 adults, $10 children ages 10 and under, age 2 and under free. For more information, call 849-3653.

Huntington Militia Drill Day

Join the Huntington Militia for a Drill Day at the Huntington Arsenal and Village Green on Park Avenue in Huntington from noon to 4:30 p.m. This is a unique opportunity to go behind the scenes of The Order of the Ancient

and Honorable Huntington Militia and see what is involved reenacting Long Island history with manual of arms, cannon and marching/maneuvering drills. Free. Visit www. huntingtonmilitia.com.

St. James St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Join the St. James Chamber of Commerce for the 38th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade kicking off at 1 p.m. The parade will head down Lake Avenue from Woodlawn to Railroad avenues and will feature piper bands, marching bands, Scout troops, dance groups, floats, fire trucks, antique cars, and more. For more information, call 584-5200.

Viva Momix heads to SBU

Stony Brook University’s Staller Center for the Arts, 100 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook welcomes Viva Momix to the Main Stage at 8 p.m.

Known internationally for presenting works of astounding inventiveness and physical beauty, MOMIX is a company of dancerillusionists focusing not only on the beauty of the human form, but also the beauty of nature, music, scenography, and life itself. Each show * All numbers are in (631) area code unless otherwise noted.

The Port Jefferson Winter Farmers Market will be held every Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Port Jefferson Village Center, 101-A E. Broadway, Port Jefferson through April 25.

This year’s vendors include Brownies N’ Stuff, Joann’s Desserts, Farm Fresh Potions, Mello Munch Awesome Granola, O Honey Bee Farm, Sweet Melissa Dip, Springbrook Hollow Farm Distillery, Spilt Milk Macarons and many more. For more information, call 802-2160.

Declutter & Organize seminar

St. James Community Cultural Arts Center, 176 2nd St., St. James will host a seminar titled Your Home - Your Life Declutter and Organize for Spring from 1 to 3 p.m. Interior designer Natalie Weinstein will offer spring cleaning tips and ways to to declutter and organize in a fun and interactive afternoon. Learn how to set realistic goals with tips, tools and free take home gifts.

Donation $25, $20 seniors. To register, call 9840201 or visit www.celebratestjames.org.

Monday 4

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Tuesday 5

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Wednesday 6 Book Talk

The Center for Italian Studies at Stony Brook University, 100 Nicolls Road, Melville Librar,y Room E-4340 will welcome awardwinning Italian author Claudia Durastanti who will discuss her novel, La straniera, a comingof-age story set between Italy, New York and London at 6 p.m. All are welcome to attend this free event. Call 632-7444 for more information.

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Thursday 7

Film

Join the Ward Melville Heritage Organization for a Secrets of Stony Brook Village walking tour at 11:50 a.m. and again at 3:50 p.m. Hear some newly uncovered stories while strolling through the historic village. $10 per person.

Reservations required by call 751-2244.

To celebrate Earth Day and Earth Month, the Four Harbors Audubon Society for a Friday Movie Night screening of the BBC documentary “Earth: One Amazing Day” at the Smithtown Library, 1 North Country Road, Smithtown on April 1 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Earth is home to a vast array of environments and animals, but what is a single day in the life of these creatures like? Narrated by Robert Redford, this film takes us on an astonishing journey revealing the awesome power of the natural world. Free and open to all.

Reservations required by calling 766-3075 or 360-2480, ext. 232.

Stony Brook Walking Tour

HHS Lunch & Learn

Huntington Historical Society continues its Lunch & Learn series at Encore Luxury Living, 300 Jericho Turnpike, Jericho from noon to 2 p.m. Award-winning author and historian Kerriann Flanagan Brosky will discuss stories intertwined with ghost tales and local history from her latest book, Haunted Long Island Mysteries followed by a book signing. $50 per person includes a gourmet two-course meal.

To RSVP, visit www.huntingthistoricalsociety. org.

Volunteer Fair

Northport Public Library, 151 Laurel Ave., Northport will host a Volunteer Fair from 4 to 7 p.m. Come and speak with representatives from local organizations including the Northport Historical Society, Huntington Historical Society, Island Harvest Food Bank, RSVP Suffolk, Northport Arts Coalition, East Northport Chamber of Commerce, Lewis Oliver Farm Sanctuary and more. To register, call 261-6930.

Art reception

Join Gallery North, 90 North Country Road, Setauket for an opening art reception for its latest exhibit, Prolonged Perception by Doug Reina, from 6 to 8 p.m. The solo exhibit highlights the artists’s exploration of obscure, ordinary spaces of contemporary life that are often shielded from view. For more information, call 751-2676 or visit www. gallerynorth.org. Read more about Doug Reina on page B14.

‘Steel Magnolias’

‘Earth: One Amazing Day’

Theater

Festival of One-Act Plays

Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson presents the 23rd annual Festival of One-Act Plays, featuring the world premiere of six new works, at The Ronald F. Peierls Theatre, on the Second Stage from Feb. 27 to April. 2. Adult content and language. Parental discretion is advised. Tickets are $20. To order, call 9289100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

‘A Bronx Tale’

The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport presents A Bronx Tale from March 24 to May 8. Based on Chazz Palminteri’s classic movie, this streetwise musical will take you to the stoops of the Bronx in the 1960s— where a young man is caught between the father he loves and the mob boss he’d love to be. Featuring a doo-wop score, A Bronx Tale is a story about respect, loyalty, love, and above all else: family. Tickets range from $75 to $80 with free valet parking. To order, call 261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com. Read the review on page B19.

Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson presents Steel Magnolias from April 9 to May 7. Come on down to Truvy’s Louisiana beauty shop where six strong women share their hopes and dreams. Beginning on the day of debutante Shelby’s wedding, the play traces this eccentric and lovable cast of characters as they support each other through life’s many challenges. Stop by for some great laughs and unforgettable friendship. Tickets are $35 adults, $28 seniors and students, $20 children ages 5 and older. To order, call 928-9100 or visit theatrethree.com.

Shakespeare’s ‘Henry V’

Suffolk County Community College’s Ammerman Campus, 533 College Road, Selden presents Henry V by Shakespeare at the Shea Theatre, Islip Arts Building on April 13, 14, 15, 16, 21, 22 and 23 at 7:30 p.m. and April 24 at 2 p.m. Mature content. General admission is $14, students 16 years of age or younger $9.75, veterans and Suffolk students with current ID receive one free ticket. To order, call 451-4163.

‘Kinky Boots’

Up next at the John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport is Kinky Boots from May 19 to July 3. With songs by Cyndi Lauper and book by Harvey Fierstein, this ‘dazzling, sassy and uplifting musical celebrates a joyous story, inspired by true life events, taking you from the factory floor of a men’s shoe factory to the glamorous catwalks of Milan! Tickets range from $75 to $80 with free valet parking. To order, call 261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.

‘Mamma Mia!’

Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson closes its 2021-2022 with Mamma Mia! from May 21 to June 25. ABBA’s timeless hits tell the enchanting story! On the eve of her

Thankful Thursdays

The Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport will kick off the first of a series of Thankful Thursdays at 7 p.m. in the Reichert Planetarium. The evening will feature a family-friendly planetarium show titled Stars: The Powerhouse of the Universe narrated by actor Mark Hamill.

After the show, astronomy educators will invite visitors to look through telescopes at the night sky – weather permitting. The event is free but registration is required by visiting www.vanderbiltmuseum.org.

Vendors Wanted

◆ Calling all makers, artisans and crafters!

Benner’s Farm, 56 Gnarled Hollow Road, East Setauket welcomes vendors for its annual Easter Egg Hunts on April 16 and 17 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $50 per day or $80 both days for a 10’ by 10’ spot. Call 631-6898172 or email Folks@bennersfarm.com for further info. ◆ Huntington Historical Society will hold its annual “Antiques in April” sale on the grounds of the Daniel Kissam House, 434 Park Ave., Huntington on April 23 and 24 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $100 registration fee for vendors.

Visit www.huntingthistoricalsociety.org for an application or call 631-427-7045, ext. 401. ◆ The Whaling Museum, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor seeks antique vendors for its outdoor Spring Antique Sale on May 1 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For an application, visit www.cshwhalingmuseum.org. For more information, call 631-367-3418. ◆ Bethel Hobbs Community Farm, 178 Oxhead Road, Centereach seeks vendors for its Spring Craft Fair on May 15 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (rain date May 22). $50 for a 10X10 spot. Food trucks also wanted. For more information, email Alex at alexandra_gallo@ aol.com. ◆ Harborfields Public Library, 31 Broadway, Greenlawn is looking for craft vendors for its annual outdoor Friends of the Library Craft & Flea Market on May 21 from 10 a.m. to 4 pm.

The non-refundable fee for a 10X10 space is $35. To apply, visit www.harborfieldslibrary. org/friends. ◆ East End Arts, 133 E. Main St., Riverhead will host the 26th annual Community Mosaic Street Painting Festival in Downtown Riverhead on May 29 from noon to 5 p.m.

Craft/artisan vendors and food/beverage vendors may visit www.eastendarts.org for an application or call 631-727-0900.

An evening of jazz

Join The Jazz Loft, 275 Christian Ave., Stony Brook for an evening of jazz with the 17-member Jazz Loft Big Band at 7 p.m. Led by Jazz Loft founder and trumpeter Tom Manuel, the band will perform jazz standards, original compositions and arrangements written by band members. Tickets are $30 adults, $25 seniors, $20 students, $15 children, children under 5 free. To order, call 751-1895 or visit www.thejazzloft.org.

wedding, a daughter’s quest to discover the identity of her father brings three men from her mother’s past back to the Greek island paradise they last visited twenty years ago. Featuring such chart toppers as “Knowing Me, Knowing You,” “Take a Chance on Me,” “Gimme!

Gimme! Gimme!,” and “Dancing Queen,” this is a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget.

Contains adult themes and situations. Tickets are $35 adults, $28 seniors and students, $20 children ages 5 and older. To order, call 9289100 or visit theatrethree.com.

CUTTING EDGE Above, Stephen T. Wangner and Tamralynn Dorsa star in Confessions of a Succesful Playwright as part of Theatre Three’s Festival of One-Act Plays. The show closes on April 2.

Photo by Peter Lanscombe/Theatre Three Productions, Inc.

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Sweetbriar Open House

Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 Eckernkamp Drive, Smithtown will host a Summer Program Open House on April 2 from noon to 4 p.m. Children and parents will have the opportunity to tour the facility including a visit to the center’s rainforest room and woodland exhibits, learning more about their summer programs, and meeting some of the resident animals. The Senior Educator will be available to answer any questions. Free. Call 979-6344.

Children’s Birding Adventures

Starting on April 30, 2022 – Head over to www.facebook.com/ TBRNewsMedia to check out the galleries and vote for your favorite photo in each age category! The photo with the most likes in each category will be declared the winner, discretion of the judges and social media scores.

Children ages 4 to 10 with a caregiver are invited to join the Four Harbors Audubon Society for a children's story time, bird walk, and a bird-inspired activity at Frank Melville Memorial Park, 101 Main St., Setauket on April 2 (rescheduled from March 26) from 1 to 2 p.m. Enjoy some family fun while you learn about our feathered friends. Meet at the entrance to the park behind the post office.

Free but registration is required by emailing 4HASNextGen@gmail.com.

Deadline to vote is May 19, 2022. Winners will be officially announced the week of May 30, 2022 .

Nature Walk at Cedar Beach

The Town of Brookhaven continues its Spring Nature Programs at the Cedar Beach Nature Center, 200 Harbor Road, Mount Sinai with a Nature Walk on April 2 at 2 p.m. Explore the unique ecology of the beach and salt marsh and learn about the different and overlapping ecosystems of flora and fauna, and the habitats that comprise this beautiful place. Please wear closed, comfortable shoes and bring binoculars if you have them. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Free but registration is required by e-mailing Environmental Educator Nicole Pocchiare at npocchiare@ brookhavenny.gov.

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Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery, 1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor will host an Egg Hunt for children up to age 6 on April 2-3, 9-10 and 15-16 with 20-minute sessions scheduled between 10 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.. $12 per child, $5 helper siblings ages 7 to 12, $7 adults, $6 seniors. Registration is required. Visit www. cshfishhatchery.org or call 516-692-6768.

Calling private investigators! For the month of April, the Whaling Museum, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor presents Scrimshaw Detectives! Spy around the museum and look for clues to uncover secret meanings hidden in scrimshaw art. When you complete your tasks, design and etch your own scrimshaw box to take home. For ages 5 and up.

Admission plus $10 per participant. Call 3673418 or visit www.cshwhalingmuseum.org.

Private, Kowalski, Skipper and Rico return to the Engeman Theater this weekend in 'Madagascar.'

Sunday Fun-day

Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 Eckernkamp Drive, Smithtown continues its Sunday Funday series with a program titled Discovering Nature from noon to 1:30 p.m. Join them for a hike into the woods, a talk about our local wetlands and meet some local animals.

Best suited for ages 6 to 9. $10 per child, $5 per adult. Advance registration required by visiting www.sweetbriarnc.org. For further information, call 979-6344.

THEATER 'Madagascar'

Up next at the John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport is Dreamworks' Madagascar: A Musical Adventure from April 2 to May 8. Join Alex the Lion, Marty the Zebra, Melman the Giraffe, Gloria the hip hip Hippo and, of course, those hilarious, plotting penguins as they escape from their home in New York’s Central Park Zoo and find themselves on an unexpected journey to the madcap world of King Julien’s Madagascar.

Filled with outlandish characters, adventure galore and an upbeat score, Madagascar will leave audiences with no choice but to “Move It, Move It!” All seats are $20. To order, call 261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.

Disney's 'High School Musical Jr.'

We're all in this together! Disney Channel's smash hit musical comes to life at the Smithtown Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E. Main St., Smithtown in Disney’s High School Musical Jr. from April 15 to May 15.

Troy, Gabriella and the students of East High must deal with issues of love, friends and family while balancing their classes and extra curricular activities. The show’s infectious, danceable songs will have you dancing in your seats! All seats are $25. To order, call 724-3700 or visit www.smithtownpac.org.

'The Adventures of Peter Rabbit'

The Adventures of Peter Rabbit hops over to Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson from April 16 to May 7 (sensory sensitive performance on April 24). Peter, Flopsy, Mopsy, Cotton-Tail, Benjamin Bunny, the McGregors and all their friends come to life in this delightful musical adaption suggested by the characters created by Beatrix Potter. Fun for the entire family and a Theatre Three tradition for spring break! $10 per person. To order, call 928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

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

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SBU SPORTSWEEK MARCH 31 TO APRIL 6, 2022

TOMORROW IS FRIDAY – WEAR RED ON CAMPUS!

STONY BROOK UNIVERSITY

Women's lacrosse wins over Catamounts 14-4 The Vermont Catamounts were no match for the Stony Brook Seawolves on March 26.

After an even start to the game, the No. 5 Stony Brook women's lacrosse program took control in the second quarter, running away with a 14-4 victory at LaValle Stadium for its fourth consecutive victory.

The Catamounts cut the deficit to 3-2 with 9:23 to go in the quarter but that's when the Seawolves kicked it into another gear, rattling off 10 goals in a row to make it an 11-goal advantage after the third quarter.

Kailyn Hart and Jesse Arline each led the way with six points, as Arline dished five assists and Hart was one of three players with four goals on the day. Ellie Masera and Rayna Sabella joined the sophomore attacker in that category.

Charlie Campbell had a solid day in the cage, making seven saves on 11 shots on goal from the Catamounts, a squad that came into today averaging over 14 goals per game.

"We're an independent, fighting for an at large bid. We had an eventful couple of days with the flu ripping through our team pretty hard. We didn't practice Wednesday or Thursday and we had 17 available players yesterday. It was kind of a mash unit early on and we got off to a sluggish start based

SBU Seawolves Home Games MEN'S LACROSSE #14 Kailyn Hart and #5 Rayna Sabella celebrate their team's win last Saturday. Photo from Stony Brook Athletics

on that but we are finding different ways to win now. This was more by submission than knockout that we are accustomed to but there were still a lot of bright spots," said head coach Joe Spallina.

"I thought our defense and goalie play was really good again. That is a really good offense that has scored a lot of goals. We were able to put the clamps on and they couldn't to much against us," he added.

Paradine's hot day at the plate paves way to series win at Maine

#5 Shane Paradine at the bat on Sunday.

Photo from Stony Brook Athletics

Junior catcher Shane Paradine finished the day 4-for-5 with three RBI and three runs scored, leading the Stony Brook baseball program to an 8-2 victory over Maine on March 27, clinching the series win up north.

Paradine singled and scored in the first, hit a home run in the sixth and doubled and scored in the ninth as part of his three-run day. His fourth hit was an infield single to short in the third.

On the defensive side, the Seawolves made a couple big plays to back up Quinlan Montgomery in his first collegiate start as the sophomore went 5.1 strong innings, allowing just two runs and two hits while striking out four. Brendan Patterman locked it down, tossing the final 3.2 scoreless innings in relief, scattering three hits. Stanton Leuthner

started the day with a leadoff home run, and Brett Paulsen made it a 2-0 day in the first.

After Maine tied it in the fifth, the Seawolves rattled off six unanswered to take the victory, scoring in three of the final four frames.

"The team showed it was ready to take this series starting with Stanton Leuthner's leadoff home run to the final out of the game. It was another full team effort, including everyone getting at least one hit in the lineup and highlighted by Shane Paradine's impressive four hit day. Along with that, we played our second consecutive game of outstanding error-free defense behind Quinlan Montgomery and Brendan Patterman's terrific combined effort on the mound," said head coach Matt Senk.

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April 9 vs. NJIT April 30 vs. Vermont

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BASEBALL

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Visit www.stonybrookathletics.com for tickets and any last minute cancellations.

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ACCEPTED HERE • Ancient Ginger

• Greek To-Go!

• Applebee’s

• The Greene Turtle

• Arby’s

• Jersey Mike’s

• Bagel Express

• L.I. Wings-n-Things

• Barito

• Luigi’s Pizzeria

St. James

Lake Grove

Wolfie Wallet is the easy, safe and convenient way for the more than 35,000 Stony Brook University students, faculty and staff to make purchases at local shops or on campus using their Stony Brook ID card.

Centereach Setauket

Port Jefferson

Stony Brook Smithtown

Stony Brook Setauket Setauket

• Buffalo Wild Wings • O Sole Mio Centereach and Miller Place

• Burger King

Stony Brook

• Pumpernickle’s Deli

Stony Brook

• Cabo Fresh Stony Brook

• Chico’s Tex Mex Setauket

• CVS Pharmacy

Port Jefferson Station and Setauket

Specials and discounts are available at some stores.

Check our website for weekly updates.

If you are a merchant and would like to participate in the Wolfie Wallet program, visit us at

stonybrook.edu/wolfiewallet

• D.J.’s Clam Shack Stony Brook COMING SOON!

• Domino’s Pizza Stony Brook

Setauket

• Shake Shack Lake Grove

• The Steam Room Port Jefferson

• Stop & Shop

Centereach and Setauket

• Strathmore Bagels

Stony Brook

• Tropical Smoothie

• Friendly’s Stony Brook

Cafe

Port Jefferson Station COMING SOON!

Wolfie Wallet cannot be used for the purchase of alcohol, tobacco or gift cards.

Participating merchants as of 2/28/22. Stony Brook University/SUNY is an affirmative action, equal opportunity educator and employer. 22010827

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