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Unprecedented times, unprecedented efforts. As Long Island’s premier academic medical center, we are taking extraordinary measures to prepare as the number of coronavirus cases increases across the region, state and nation: In conjunction with the State of New York, we have opened a drive-through testing site located on Stony Brook University’s South P Lot parking area off Stony Brook Road. We have opened a Field ER at the drive-through site for patients who are referred from Stony Brook University Hospital’s main Emergency Department. We have created a coronavirus telephone triage line for the community: (631) 638-1320. We have converted 150 beds for coronavirus patients, including 47 additional ICU beds. We have canceled elective surgeries and curtailed the number of outpatient care sites, redeploying staff to other areas where they are most needed. We have ramped up our telehealth service to be able to assess patients remotely. Through Stony Brook University, we are creating face shields using 3D printers and manufacturing hand sanitizer. We are also working to create 3D printed parts for ventilators. We are working to create a way to sterilize N95 respirators on-site to allow staff to safely re-use them in order to conserve supplies. We have submitted a surge plan to the state that will increase total bed capacity for our four-hospital system by 100 percent over a 10-week period. This is in addition to the hospital planned on the Stony Brook University campus under the direction of Governor Andrew Cuomo.

Unprecedented times require unprecedented measures. Our dedicated physicians, nurses and staﬀ are responding heroically around the clock to care for our community and our patients. We all need to take good care of each other so that we can overcome this global pandemic together.

Stony Brook Medicine is providing medical and operational leadership for the drive-through service, where more than 4,000 people have already been tested for the coronavirus as of last week. Residents can make appointments by calling 888-364-3065. Hours of operation are seven days a week, 7 am to 7 pm. You must call in advance for an appointment to be tested. For the Field ER service, patients who believe they may have been exposed to the coronavirus and develop a fever and symptoms, such as cough or difficulty breathing, should call their healthcare provider for medical advice. If they require evaluation by a medical professional or have been advised by their doctor to seek urgent medical care, they should go directly to Stony Brook University Hospital’s Emergency Department. From 9 am to 11 pm, patients driving to the ED entrance will be greeted and screened while in their vehicles by one of our staff members. All patients will be evaluated by staff to determine the most appropriate care setting. This may include the main Emergency Department or the Field ER at Stony Brook University’s South P Lot. This process is designed to provide a safe and high-quality care experience for all patients seeking treatment.

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COVID-19 has brought into focus just how a pandemic can cripple society on so many levels and how important vaccines are in our lives today. Developing a safe and effective vaccine against COVID-19 has become the “holy grail” of human medicine. Vaccines are defined as a biological preparation of weakened or killed microorganisms, or portions of the DNA of these organisms (viruses, bacteria, or rickettsiae) to stimulate the immune system to prevent or ameliorate disease. The word “vaccine” comes from the Latin, vacca, which means “cow”, because the first vaccine was actually derived from cowpox. Dr. Edward Jenner, an English physician that lived in the 1700’s, discovered that humans inoculated with the fluid from the blisters of cowpox helped prevent the development of smallpox. Since that time vaccines have been used to prevent disease, as well as the development of new vaccines to prevent or treat cancer. How do vaccines work? Puppies and kittens are born without an immune system. The protection they receive comes in the form of maternal antibodies (antibodies from the mother) in colostrum (the first milk from the mother). These antibodies are absorbed through the gastrointestinal tract into the newborn puppy or kitten and these

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Despite the pause New York and so many other states are taking to combat the coronavirus, the awards can, and will, go on. The Microscopy Society of America gave Brookhaven National Laboratory’s Lijun Wu the 2020 Chuck Fiori Award. The Award, which started in 1993, recognizes the achievements of a technologist in the physical sciences who has made longstanding contributions in microscopy or microanalysis. Wu is the second consecutive BNL staff member to win the Chuck Fiori award. Dmitri Zakharov took home the honors last year. Wu is an engineer in the Electron Microscopy and Nanostructure Group in the Condensed Matter Physics and Materials Science Division. He works with transmission electron microscopy in quantum materials, batteries, catalysts, and other energy materials. Wu learned how to write software programs on his own. His first effort in this area involved a program that indexed electron diffraction patterns. He has also created programs for simulating microscopy images and diffraction patterns. Wu, who is hoping to pick up the award at the Microscopy Society of America meeting in August if the meeting still takes place, said he was “excited” to receive this distinction and was pleased for the support throughout his career at BNL. Wu “has made significant contributions to the field of electron microscopy, especially quantitative electron diffraction,” group leader and senior scientist Yimei Zhu, said in a statement. “Applying his expertise in the field and talents in computer programming, [he] has advanced electron microscopy for material characterization. He well deserves the award.” One of the most important contributions Wu, who has been at BNL since 1996, has made was in developing an electron diffraction method for measuring valence electron distribution. The valence electrons are the ones in the

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outermost shell of any substance or material. Wu worked with Zhu and Johan Taftø, a visiting scientist from the University of Oslo, to develop an electron diffraction–based method for measuring valence electron distribution. He appreciates the support and encouragement he has received from Zhu since he arrived at BNL. Transmission electron microscopes can provide atomicresolution images and electronenergy loss spectroscopy, Wu suggested. Through this work, scientists can determine where atoms are and what kind of atoms are present. He would like to measure the distribution of these valence electrons through a process called quantitative electron diffraction. By understanding how atoms share or transfer electrons, researchers can determine the physical properties of materials. Electron diffraction

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measurements can describe valence electron distribution from the bonds among atoms. Wu and his colleagues developed a method called parallel recording of dark-field images. Through this technique, the scientists focus a beam above the sample they are studying and record numerous reflections from the same area. This is like studying the partial reflection of objects visible in windows on a city street and putting together a composite, three-dimensional view. Instead of cars, people, traffic lights and dog walkers, though, Wu and his colleagues are studying the distribution of electrons. The information the scientists collect allows them to measure the charge transfer and aspherical valence electron distribution, which they need to describe electron orbitals for objects like high-temperature superconductors. Using an electron probe, the team developed the technique

Lijun Wu is the 17th recipient of this esteemed award. Photo courtesy of BNL

to measure the displacement of atoms in crystal lattices with one-thousandth-of-a-nanometer accuracy. To learn how to write software, Wu used several resources. “I used literature and read books for computer programming,” he said. “I spent many, many years” learning how to write programs that would be useful in his research. He also consulted with colleagues, who have written similar programs. Wu explained that the calculations necessary for his work far exceeded the functionality of a calculator. He also needed a super computer to handle the amount of data he was generating and the types of calculations necessary. “If we used the older computer technique, it would take days or weeks to get one result,” he said. A native of Pingjing in Hunan Province in China, Wu said learning English was considerably more challenging than understanding computer programming. The youngest of nine siblings, Wu is the only one in the family who attended college. When he began his studies at the prestigious Shanghai Jiao Tong University, he said he was interested in physics and computers. POWER OF 3 Continued on page B7

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High blood pressure and COVID-19 are intertwined Call to arms to reverse high blood pressure, once and for all

Hypertension (high blood pressure) and COVID-19 are intertwined. Those who have hypertension are more susceptible to COVID-19 and are more likely to get a severe form and experience complications from the virus. A study done in China captured the statistics: of 1099 patients infected, 15 percent had hypertension, and of those with severe cases, 23.7 percent had hypertension (1). Ultimately, those with hypertension are at higher risk, but we don’t at this point understand the specifics of why. Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, a recent study showed that the number of deaths By David from hypertension had Dunaief, M.D. increased a whopping 26 percent overall from 2007 to 2017 (2). What about medications to blunt the association? There is a THEORY, not a study, that angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors and angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs) may be harmful by increasing ACE2 in the lungs, which is a receptor that COVID-19 binds to; however, there is also a case for these medications having benefits (3). Do not stop or change your hypertension medications without talking to your doctor. Remember, this is just a theory, and theories are very dangerous; we don’t have research to support them, by definition (4). I view this as a call to arms to control and, even more importantly, treat and reverse hypertension. Presently, only 54 percent of hypertension patients are controlled with medication (5).

Potential to control and reverse hypertension through diet

We have the capability to treat and reverse hypertension with lifestyle modifications, including diet, exercise, sleep and stress management. We are going to focus on diet. A whole foods plant-based diet (WFPBD) that is dark green leafy vegetable-rich has been shown to help prevent, control and possibly reverse hypertension. I call this the LIFE diet, which stands for Low Inflammatory Foods Everyday. The most researched type of WFPBD is the DASH (dietary approach to stopping hypertension) diet, which emphasizes fruits, vegetables, grains and reductions in saturated fats and total fat. DASH was the first randomized control trial to show that a predominantly whole food plant-based approach reduces blood pressure (6). Why does diet have an effect? There are several factors, including inflammation; electrolytes, specifically sodium and potassium; and phytochemicals (plant nutrients and fiber content).

We recently published a study showing that the LIFE diet has an inverse relationship between blood levels of beta carotene, a phytonutrient, and hsCRP (9). As you increase the intake of dark green leafy vegetables, the higher the beta carotene and the lower the hsCRP. There was a 75 percent reduction in inflammation with those that increased their beta carotene over the normal level compared to those who were non-adherent. The DASH diet also emphasizes an increased intake of vegetables. There are studies to suggest that, as we lower animal protein intake, we are able to better reduce blood pressure. In the EPIC study, those who at who reduced animal protein to none had the biggest impact on blood pressure. This study compared meat-eaters, fish-eaters, vegetarians and vegans (10).

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Sticking to a plant-rich diet that can reduce high blood pressure.

Why is inflammation so important?

Inflammation is a culprit in most chronic diseases, including hypertension. It also plays a crucial role in the severity of COVID-19. Those who take a turn for the worse in COVID-19 have high inflammation. On the news, an ER doctor noted that while COVID-19 patients may come in stable, they need to be watched carefully; in 3-24 hours, they could show high inflammation and fluid in their lungs and need to be on a ventilator. There are several studies that show a direct relationship between high sensitivity C-reactive protein, one of the most well-studied biomarkers for inflammation, and hypertension in both men and women (7)(8). In the Physicians Health Study, those men who had high hsCRP (>3 mg/L) and hypertension had a 40 percent increased risk of stroke compared to those without hypertension and with hsCRP <1, which is optimal. Not to leave women out, the CARDIA study found that premenopausal women with elevated hsCRP were significantly more likely to have hypertension.

How can we decrease inflammation?

Anti-inflammatory drugs, including NSAIDS like ibuprofen, may suppress the immune system and make patients more susceptible to COVID-19. They also worsen hypertension and may increase the risk for cardiovascular events, such as a heart attack. In fact, prescription NSAIDS carry an FDA black box warning about this dangerous side effect. Anti-inflammatory drugs should not be the “go-to” solution. Fortunately, a WFPBD is associated with reduction in inflammation, specifically hsCRP.

The optimal approach for these electrolytes is to have a sodium to potassium ratio that is less than one. For most, this means consuming less sodium and more potassium (11). The American Heart Association emphasizes low sodium, less than 1500 mg of sodium per day and higher potassium intake (12). What I find in my practice is that blood levels that are south of 140 mmol/L are better and that the bottom of the range is ideal; the range is between 135-145 mmol/L. This way, whether you are sodium-sensitive or not, you can either help control blood pressure or rule it out as a factor. Potassium should be 4.5 (units) or higher. These electrolytes should come from vegetables, especially dark green leafy vegetables, which have a natural balance of potassium and sodium. Other good sources of potassium are beans and nuts. Ultimately, the power is in your hands. By changing your diet to one that is more plant-based and vegetable-rich, you can reduce inflammation, strengthen your immune system, possibly reduce or even get off anti-hypertension medications, reverse the trend of dying from hypertension, and reduce your susceptibility to severe COVID-19.

References:

(1) N Engl J Med. Online Feb 28, 2020. (2) J Am Coll Cardiol. Online March 19, 2020). (3) Nephron. Online Mar 23, 2020.) (4) Nature. Feb 2020, 579:270–273. (5) Circulation. 2016;133:e38–e360. (6) N Engl J Med. 1997 Apr 17; 336(16):1117-24. (7) JAMA.2015 Sep:4(9):e002073 (8) Menopause. 2016 Jun; 23(6):662. (9) AJLM Online. Dec. 21, 2019. (10) Oybkuc Gektg Bytr, 2002 Oct; 5(5):645-54. (11) Circulation Online. Oct 11 2017. (12) heart.org.

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Lijun Wu during a trip to Alaska last summer. Photo from Jiangyan Fang

POWER OF 3

Continued from page B5 The college, however, decided his major, which was materials science.“They assigned it to me,” Wu said. “I liked it.” He and his wife Jiangyan Fang, who is an accountant, have a 25-year-old son David, who lives in Boston and works with computers. Wu, who started out at BNL as a Visiting Scientist, said he is comfortable living on Long Island. He said Long Island is cooler than his home town in the middle of China, where it’s generally hotter and more humid. For a week or two each year, the temperature can climb above 104 degrees Fahrenheit. As for his work, Wu said he looks at the atomic level of substances. His techniques can explore how a defect in something like a battery affects how ions, like lithium, get in and through that. “When you charge or discharge a battery, [I consider] how an electron gets through a defect. I always think about it this way.” Wu has been working with Zhu and visiting scientist Qingping Meng from Shanghai Jiao Tong University, where Wu earned his Bachelor’s of Science and his Master’s in Science, on an initiative that advances the ability to determine valence electron distribution. Wu is preparing a new publication. “I’m writing the manuscript and will introduce the method we are developing,” he said.

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THE FACTS: For months now I have been meaning to schedule an appointment with an estate planning attorney to discuss my wishes with respect to a will, healthcare proxy and power of attorney. I have a lot of questions and really need some BY LINDA TOGA, ESQ. guidance as to what I should do and how I can best ensure that my wishes will be honored. Since the onset of the coronavirus crisis, I have been losing sleep over the fact that I do not have an estate plan in place.

THE QUESTION: Now that law ofﬁces are closed and social distancing is a reality, is there anything I can do to move my estate planning process along?

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THE ANSWER: While estate planning is extremely important, at this point in time it is more important that you do your part to avoid the spread of the virus. I urge you to stay at home to the extent possible and, if you do leave the house, to be sure to wipe down frequently used surfaces, wash your hands often and follow the guidelines set by the government for social distancing. That being said, while you are at home, you can certainly give some thought to your estate plan and gather the information that will be needed in order for your estate planning documents to be prepared. Although I am not in my ofﬁce on a regular basis, I am continuing to work with both current and new clients by phone and email. While personal contact may not be an option at this time, a great deal can be accomplished remotely and I welcome the opportunity to discuss with you your concerns and wishes. Also, it should be noted that the legislators in Albany and the New York State Bar Association are considering changes to the law that would allow for remote execution and witnessing of estate planning documents during this crisis. In the meantime, you should give some thought to who you want to name as your agent or agents in your advanced directives such as your power of attorney and healthcare proxy. It is a good idea to ask the people you are thinking of naming as your agents whether they are comfortable with acting in that capacity. Some people may not want to or may not feel they are capable of taking on the responsibility of handling your affairs or making end of life decisions on your behalf. While it is important for any agent that you name to know what your wishes are, it is

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absolutely critical that the person you name as your healthcare proxy be fully aware of the circumstances, if any, under which you may want certain types of treatments and/or procedures to be withheld. Once you’ve decided on who you want to name as your agents and have discussed with those people your wishes, you should be sure you have the information such as the agents’ phone numbers and addresses that will be needed to prepare your advanced directives. In terms of your will, you should give some thought to what assets you have and what assets will pass under your will. Only assets owned by you individually as opposed to assets that are owned jointly, held in trust or subject to a beneficiary designation form will pass pursuant to your will. These assets are called probate assets. Once you have a handle on what assets are probate assets and what assets will pass outside your will, you can think about who the beneficiaries of your estate will be and if and how you want the assets divided. You should consider what will happen if a beneficiary predeceases you and whether you want assets to be distributed upon your death or held in trust for future distribution. In addition to how your probate assets will be distributed, think about who will handle your estate. At a minimum, you need to name an executor and a successor executor. Although making decisions about who will serve as your agents and executor, what your wishes are with respect to end of life care and how your assets will be distributed may seem overwhelming, as I mentioned before, I am available by phone and via email to discuss with you the estate planning process and your unique circumstances. Once we have developed a plan, I will send you drafts of your estate planning documents for review. Hopefully by then a procedure will have been worked out for the remote execution and witnessing of your estate planning documents. If not, at least you will be ready to execute your documents in the presence of witnesses as soon as the restrictions that are currently in place are lifted. In the meantime, I hope that the coronavirus crisis does not cause you or your loved ones undue stress or inconvenience and that you stay well. I look forward to hearing from you. Linda M. Toga, Esq provides legal services in the areas of estate planning and administration, real estate, small business services and litigation. She is available for email and phone consultations. Call 631444-5605 or email Ms. Toga at Linda@ LMTOGALAW.com. She will respond to messages and emails as quickly as possible.

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Psychological thriller The Invisible Man is worth a look BY JEFFREY SANZEL H.G. Wells’ 1897 science fiction novel The Invisible Man is the story of Griffin, a former doctor, who has invented chemicals that changes a body’s optics and renders the individual invisible. Whether from the process itself or the inability to reverse it, Griffin becomes unhinged and homicidal. Over the years, there have been various adaptations, most notably the 1933 film starring Claude Rains, which most closely followed its source. Sequels, spinoffs, and spoofs have traded on the concept with varying success. Written and directed by Leigh Whannell, the current version of The Invisible Man focuses on abused wife Cecilia Kass (Elisabeth Moss), married to Adrian (Oliver Jackson-Cohen), a world leader in the field of optics. The film opens with Cecilia narrowly escaping her violent husband and taking shelter with her sister Emily’s (Harriet Dyer) ex-husband James (Aldis Hodge), a San Francisco police detective. Two weeks later, Cecilia is informed that Adrian has committed suicide and left her a trust of five million dollars. Clearly, Adrian is not dead but has found a way to make himself invisible and Cecilia’s life begins to unravel. She knows this but, of course, no one will believe her. Adrian had warned her that “wherever I went, he would find

Elisabeth Moss and Oliver Jackson-Cohen (Adrian) in a scene from the film.

me … that he would walk right up to me and I wouldn’t be able to see him … but he would leave me a sign so that I’d know he was there.” The film is a traditional thriller, with all of the tropes, including the Kass house which is part tech laboratory, part museum, mostly glass, and all horror movie. Every movement is accented with an ominous chord; every sound — whether the flipping of a light switch or the gush of a faucet — is amplified. The camera slowly pans on vacant rooms and holds on empty corners. There are no surprises in its “surprises.” But what makes the engine go is Elisabeth Moss, an always watchable actor, with just the right

mix of classic Scream Queen and self-actualized modern woman. For the first twenty minutes, her character isn’t given much more to do but look around her, behind her, and over her shoulder. But somehow she endows it all with enough manic energy to make it believable. Like all horror movie heroines, at first Cecilia thinks she is going crazy (as do all of the people around her). When she realizes what is happening, it all falls into place and she goes on the offensive. As Adrian destroys Cecilia's life, including framing her for murder, the stronger and more self-reliant she becomes. A life-altering revelation furthers her resolve.

The majority of the film moves along as a psychological thriller and doesn’t resort to mild gore and special effects until well into the second half. This is a smart choice as floating objects, no matter how well executed, have a certain humor about them. There are some nice touches that suggest Adrian's presence: an exhaled breath in the cold night air, a dent in a chair cushion, a bloody fingerprint on a medicine bottle. These small strokes make up for many of the plot holes that are often found in horror movies. The climax is a predictable showdown but the denouement is satisfying enough. While the film is practically a one-person vehicle, the supporting cast do the best they can. Hodge is likable as the friend. Dyer is relatable as the sister. Michael Dorman is given the unenviable task of Adrian’s sleazy jellyfish of a brother, Tom, who also served as his lawyer. Jackson-Cohen as the sociopathic Adrian barely has any screen time and is reduced to a few disembodied lines. The Invisible Man will never be considered a great movie, and, for many, not even a good one. Even as a genre film, it doesn’t touch some of the contemporary classics like Halloween, Carrie, Get Out, The Babadook, and Let the Right One In. But for a star performance and a well-paced two hours, The Invisible Man entertains. Rated R, The Invisible Man is now streaming online.

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COOKING COVE

Quarantine togetherness around the holiday table

BY BARBARA BELTRAMI

Times being what they are, I have chosen to more or less ignore the holidays specifically and tried to concentrate on comfort foods which often are the stuff of celebrations anyway. Because most of us are self-quarantined and keeping social distance even from extended family if they are not part of our household, I am focusing instead on the unique togetherness that we’ve come to experience these past few weeks. The addition of a festive ham or matzo balls is nice, even if it’s just the immediate family, but it’s the idea of being together around the table, getting reacquainted with ourselves, each other, home cooking and mealtime ritual that supersedes even the most traditional and festive of dishes, that turns the cooking and partaking of even the most ordinary and mundane dishes into a special occasion. In that spirit I hope that you all will make this a time to not just eat together, but plan a menu and cook collaboratively because we can all forgo many things, but not food. So if we’re all in this together, we might as well do it and enjoy it together. The following are a few of my favorite recipes that I think make any dinner special.

Deviled Eggs with Smoked Salmon

YIELD: Makes 12 servings INGREDIENTS: • 6 large hard-boiled eggs • 4 ounces Nova Scotia smoked salmon, minced • 1/3 cup snipped chives • 1/4 cup mayonnaise • 2 tablespoons minced red onion • 2 tablespoons capers, rinsed, drained and minced • 2 tablespoons minced fennel • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice • 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest • Freshly ground black pepper to taste • 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill DIRECTIONS:

Halve eggs lengthwise; place on plate and gently scoop out yolks. Place yolks in a medium bowl and mash. Add salmon, chives, mayonnaise, onion, capers, fennel, lemon juice, lemon zest and pepper. With wooden spoon, vigorously beat to combine. Heap mixture in cavities of egg whites; sprinkle with dill; cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. Serve with cocktails or wine.

Zucchini Ribbons with Artichoke Hearts and Cherry Tomatoes

YIELD: Makes 4 servings INGREDIENTS: • 2 pounds yellow and green zucchini • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil • Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste • One 14-ounce can artichoke hearts, drained and diced • 1/2 pint cherry tomatoes, quartered • One handful flat leaf parsley, and minced • Freshly grated Parmesan cheese (optional) DIRECTIONS:

Using a vegetable peeler cut the zucchini into lengthwise ribbons from all sides; when you get to the seeds, stop and either discard the core or save for another use. In a large nonstick skillet heat half the oil over medium-high heat. When it is nice and hot, add half the zucchini ribbons and some salt and pepper. Cook, gently stirring and tossing the zucchini, just until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove and set aside to keep warm; repeat with second batch. Lower heat to medium; heat remaining oil; add artichoke hearts, tomatoes and parsley. Stirring

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frequently, cook until heated through, about 3 to 5 minutes. Place zucchini ribbons in serving bowl; scatter artichoke hearts and tomatoes on top, and cheese, if using. Serve hot or warm as a main dish or side dish with fish or poultry.

Thank You To all our staff, customers, vendors and friends who have kept a small sense of normalcy for us over the past few weeks. Through this time we have been able to stay relatively well stocked and more importantly relatively sane. It has been a pleasure to see everyone staying positive and community spirited as we soldier on. Thanks to everyone who has shown us support and spoken a few kind words…

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Bring Your Favorite Restaurants Home Options For Take-Out, Delivery, Curb Side, & Door Dash Burger King 2488 Nesconset Hwy Stony Brook 631-751-1107 burgerking.com

Crazy Beans 97 Main Street Stony Brook 631-675-6964 crazybeansrestaurant.com

Ancient Ginger 556 N Country Road St. James 631-584-8883 ancientginger.com

Burgerology 308 Main Street Huntington (631) 923-2441 burgerologyrvc.com

Crazy Beans 159-14 NY 25A Miller Place 631-403-4954 crazybeansrestaurant.com

Andersen’s Deli & Catering 41 Indian Head Rd Kings Park 631-544-6506 andersenscatering.com

Burrito Loco Fresh Mexican Grill 128 Commack Road Commack 631-462-3030 burritologogrill.com

Crust Brick Oven Pizza 739 Middle Country Road St. James 631-656-9800 crustbrickovenpizza.site

Andersens Smokehouse & Grill 20 E Main Street Smithtown 631-292-2520 andersensgrill.com Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza 2302 Nesconset Hwy Stony Brook (631) 444-0818 acfp.com Bistro Cassis 55 Wall Street Huntington (631) 421-4122 reststarinc.com

Carnival Restaurant 4900 Nesconset Hwy Port Jefferson Station 631-473-9772 carnivalrestaurant.net Cest Cheese 216 B Main St Port Jefferson 631-403-4944 cestcheesepj.com

BiVio Ristorante 1801 East Jericho Turnpike Huntington 631-499-9133 Bivioristorante.net Buona Sera 88 E Main St Smithtown 631-265-0625 buonaseramenu.com

Cafe Buenos Aires 23 Wall Street Huntington (631) 603-3600 cafebuenosaires.net

Colosseo Pizza & Restaurant 1049 oute 112 Port Jefferson Station 631-928-4972 Country House 1175 N Country Road Stony Brook 631-751-3332 countryhouserestaurant.com

Fifth Season Restaurant 34 E Broadway Port Jefferson 631-477-8500 Finnegan’s 5 Wall Street Huntington 631-423-9696 À QQHJDQVQ\ FRP Foo Luck 122 Commack Road Commack 631-499-1512 fooluck.com

Cupeez Drive-Thru 30 Route 25A East Setauket 631-751-9784

Fratelli’s of Stony Brook 77 Main Street Stony Brook 631-751-4445 Fratellisitalianeatery.com

DP Dough 1007 Route 25A Stony Brook 631-941-9663 dpdough.com

Friendly’s Restaurant 201 Hallock Road Stony Brook 631-751-3150 friendlys.com

Elegant Eating 739 Route 347 Smithtown 631-360-2211 eleganteating.com

Golden Dynasty 416 North Country Road St, James 631-250-9888

Land & Sea Fish & Lobster Corporation 524 Route 25A Mount Sinai 631-473-0011

Nantuckets 9 Trader’s Cove Port Jefferson 631-509-4848 nantucketsportjefferson.com

PJ Lobsterhouse 1 N Country Rd. Port Jefferson 631-473-1143 pjlobsterhouse.com

Seaqua Deli & Caterers 430 N Country Road St. James 631-686-6868 seaquadeli.com

Stony Brook Pizza 2460 Nesconset Highway Stony Brook 631-751-2220 StonyBrookpizza.com

The Pie 216 Main St. Port Jefferson 631-331-4646 thepieofportjeff.com

Hurricane Grill & Wings 1037 Route 112 Port Jefferson Station 631-509-1288 hurricanewings.com

Library Cafe 274 Main Street Farmingdale 516-752-7678 thelibrarycafe.com

Neraki Greek Mediterranean Grill 273 Main St Huntington 631 385-3474 neraki.com

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Setauket Gourmet Deli & Catering 216 Rte 25A East Setauket 631-751-1200 setauketgourmet.com

Subway 2350 Nesconset Hwy Stony Brook 631-675-2515 subway.com

The Secret Garden 225-Main St. Port Jefferson 631-476-8327

Island Empanada 601 Portion Road Ronkonkoma 631-617-6427 islandempanada.com

Locals 106 E Main St. Port Jefferson 631-509-0627 cafelocals.com

Island Empanada 2040 Route 112 Medford 631-307-9696 islandempanada.com

Long Island Bagel Cafe 2310 Nesconset Highway Stony Brook 631-364-9200 libc.com

Island Lake Diner 625 Portion Road Ronkonkoma 631-676-5500 islandlakediner.com

Long Island Microgreens Longislandmicrogreens.com

Jersey Mike’s Subs 4600 Nesconset Highway Port Jefferson Station 631-509-6700 jerseymikes.com

Faradays 17 West Main Street Smithtown 631-724-1031 faradaysofsmithtown.com

Green Cactus Fresh Mexican Grill 1099 Route 25A Stony Brook 631-751-0700 greencactusgrill.com

Farm Country Kitchen 513 W Main Street Riverhead 631-369-6311 farmcountrykitchenli.com

Grumpy Jacks 28 Oakland Ave Port Jefferson 631-642-1942 Grumpyjacksportjeff.com

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Jersey Mike’s Subs 586 Veterans Memorial Hwy. Hauppauge 631-780-5656 jerseymikes.com Lake Grove Diner 2211 Nesconset Hwy. Lake Grove 631-471-5370 lakegrovediner.com

Luigi’s Pizzeria 1372 Main Street Setauket 631-751-3400 icraveluigis.com Madiran Wine Bar 209 Route 25A East Setauket 631-675-2778 madiranthewinebar.com Maxwell’s 501 Main Street Islip 631-210-0011 maxwellsny.com MB Ramen 335 New York Avenue Huntington 631-923-3176

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Old Fields Restaurant 318 Wynn Lane Port Jefferson 631-331-9200 Old Street Restaurant & Bar 92 E Main St Smithtown 631-979-9073 oldstreetonline.com Outback Restaurant 5040 Nesconset Hwy East Setauket 631-474-8700 outback.com Pasta Pasta 234 E. Main St Port Jefferson 631-331-5335 pastapasta.net Pastrami N Friends 110A Commack Road Commack 631-499-9537 pastraminfriends.com Pentimento Restaurant & Lounge 93 Main Street Stony Brook 631-689-7755 pentimentorestaurant.net

Premiere Bakery 117 Main Street Stony Brook 631-675-0909 Prohibition 115 Main St., Port Jefferson 631-473-0513 Pumpernickles Deli and Market 734 Route 25A East Setauket 631-941-4200 Ramen 109 West Broadway Port Jefferson 631-509-1166 slurpusa.com Rolling Pin Bakery 1387 Route 25A East Setauket 631-689-6848 rollingpinbakery.com Ruvo 105 Wynn Lane Port Jefferson 631-476-3800 Se-Port Delicatessen 301 Main Street East Setauket 631-784-2432 se-portdeli.com

Setauket Village Diner 238 Route 25A Setauket 631-941-3826 instagram: @lakeronkonkomabeverage

Sweet Mama’s Family Restaurant 121 Main Street Stony Brook 631-721-7895 sweetmamasli.com

Soul Brew 556 Route 25A St. James 631-250-9238 soulbrew.coffee

Sweet Mama’s Family Restaurant 9 Alsace Place Northport 631-261-6262 sweetmamasli.com

Soul Brew 387 New York Avenue Huntington 631-470-4697 soulbrew.coffee

Tend Coffee 924 Montauk Highway Shirley 631-772-4707 tendcoffee.com

Soup’s On 1099 Route 25A Stony Brook 631-751-8500

The Bench Bar & Grill 1095 Route 25A Stony Brook 631-675-1474 thebenchbar.com

Southside Bar & Restaurant 5 3rd Avenue Bayshore 631-665-9596 southsidebayshore.com

The Country Rotisserie 99 Route 25A Shoreham 631-821-2020

Vintage Prime Steak House 433 North Country Road St. James 631-862-6440 facebook/instagram: Vintageprimesteakhouse Wunderbar Deli 148 Hallock Avenue Port Jefferson Station 631-473-8004

The Steam Room 4 East Broadway Port Jefferson 631-928-6690 steamroomrestaurant.com

Z-Pita 217 Main St. Port Jefferson 631-476-7510

Tiger Lily 156 E. Main St. Port Jefferson 631-476-7080 tigerlilycafe.com

Zorba The Greek 572 Port Jefferson Plaza Port Jefferson Station 631-473-9220 zorbathegreekpjs.com

Toast Coffeehouse 242 E Main St Port Jefferson 631-331-6860 toastcoffehouse.com Tomo 9 E Main St., Smithtown 631-724-1100 tomosushiny.com Via Pizza 205 Route 25A Setauket 631-689-9540

Stone Soup 232 North Belle Meade Road East Setauket 631-675-1930 stonesoupe.net

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Flourless Chocolate Cake YIELD: Makes 6 to 8 servings INGREDIENTS: • 4 ounces bittersweet chocolate , coarsely chopped • 8 ounces unsalted butter • 3/4 cup sugar • 3 large eggs • 1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons cocoa powder • 1 pod espresso powder DIRECTIONS:

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AUTOMOTIVE Avis Budget Car Rental 999 N. Country Rd (Rte 25A) Stony Brook 631-444-0830 • avis.com Awsomotive Motor Care 594 NY-25A, Mount Sinai 631-474-5333 • awsomotive.com Chariot Collision 91 Gnarled Hollow Road, East Setauket 631-751-1515

Preheat oven to 375 F. Butter an 8” round cake pan; line with a round of wax paper, then butter paper. In double boiler melt chocolate with butter over barely simmering water; stir until smooth. Remove top of double boiler from heat and whisk sugar into chocolate mixture; add eggs and whisk well. Sift half cup cocoa powder and espresso powder over chocolate mixture and whisk until combined. Pour batter into cake pan and bake in middle of oven until top has formed a thin crust, about 25 minutes. Cool cake in pan 5 minutes, then remove from pan and invert onto serving plate. Dust generously with remaining two tablespoons cocoa powder. Serve with sorbet, fresh raspberries or vanilla ice cream.

Lee Myles AutoCare & Transmissions 929 Middle Country Road, St James 631-724-3332 • stjamesleemyles.com Middle Country Automotive 839 Middle Country Road, Selden 631-698-4455 middlecountryautomotive.com Middle Country Automotive 2435B Middle Country Road, Centereach 631-737-4585 middlecountryautomotive.com Munch Auto Repair 999 N. Country Rd (Rte 25A) Stony Brook 631-675-6675 Prestige Collision 70 Comsewogue Road Ste. 17 East Setauket 631-476-3792 • prestigecollision.net Setauket Auto Body 3350 Nesconset Hwy., East Setauket 631-751-1735

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Sunoco Gasoline 999 N. Country Rd (Rte 25A) Stony Brook 631-675-6675

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Smithwest Service Center 795 Middle Country Road, St. James 631-265-9885 • smithwestservice.com

Handy Pantry 280 Echo Avenue, Sound Beach 631-744-9085• handypantrystores.com

GROCERY Buttercup Dairy 285 Boyle Road, Port Jefferson Station 631-928-4607 • buttercupdairy.com Hamlet Wines 730 Route 25A, Setauket 631-751-3131 Handy Pantry 684 Route 25A, Rocky Point 631-821-2535 • handypantrystores.com

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HOME SERVICES Ace Hardware 1366 NY 25A, Setauket 631-751-9500 • acehardware.com Cheyenne Electric 631-366-4666 Costello’s Ace Hardware of Nesconset 246 Smithtown Blvd, Nesconset, NY 631-724-8300 • acehardware.com

Costello’s Ace Hardware of Northport 822 Fort Salonga Road, Northport, NY 631-925-5500 • acehardware.com Costello’s Ace Hardware of Rocky Point 360 NY-25A, Rocky Point 631-392-1206 • acehardware.com

Stony Brook Vision World 2194 Nesconset Hwy., Stony Brook 631-246-5468 • sbvisionworld.com Village Chemist 226 Main Street, East Setauket 631-751-1333

Costello’s Ace Hardware of Smithtown 52 E Main Street, Smithtown 631-863-3200 • costellosace.com

Visiting Nurse Service & Hospice Care of Suffolk 505 Main Street, Northport 631-261-7200 • visitingnurseservice.org

Home Ops 640 Building D, Belle Terre Rd Port Jefferson 631-509-2000 • callhomeops.com

Wig Allure Hair Loss Center 3201 Middle Country Road, Lake Grove 631-737-2850 • wigallure.com

Lighthouse Locksmith- Jimmy Locks Selden 516-830-8093 M & D Landscaping P.O. Box 366, Centereach 631-565-0955 Mr. Sewerman Cesspool Company Lake Ronkonkoma 631-924-7502 facebook: @MrSewermanCesspoolsvcinc Suburban Exterminating 879 W Jericho Tpke, Smithtown 631-864-6900 suburbanexterminating.com

PET SERVICES Animal Emergency Services 280 Middle Country Road, Selden 631-698-2225 • longislandaes.com Animal Health & Wellness Veterinary Hospital 150 Main Street, Setauket 631-751-2200 • animalhealthwellness.com Countryside Animal Hospital 544 West Broadway, Port Jefferson 631-473-0942 • countrysideportjeff.com Corner Animal Hospital 24 Woods Corner Road, Setauket 631-941-3500 • corneranimal.com

The Carpet Cleaning Guy 631-588-2793 • thecarpetcleaningguy.net

Feasts For Beasts 45 Route 25A, Mount Sinai 631-331-1150

The Cleaning Lady - Michele / Joe Patchogue 516-375-0065 / 631-767-4398

Hamlet Pet Supply 732 Route 25A, Setauket 631-751-6789

HOTEL Chalet Inn & Suites 23 Center Shore Rd., Centerport 631-757-4600 • chaletinnandsuites.com

Hounds Town 509-1 N Bicycle Path Port Jefferson Station (631) 476-9320 • houndstownusa.com

PERSONAL SERVICES Coram Chiropractic Center Dr. Aron Matthew 1970-6 Route 112, Coram 631-736-2323 • coramchiropractic.com

Jefferson Animal Hospital 606 Route 112, Port Jefferson Station 631-473-0415 portjeffersonanimalhospital.com

Frank’s Lake Grove Cleaners & Tailoring 2706 Middle Country Road, Lake Grove 631-588-9216 • frankscleaners.com

Mt Sinai Animal Hospital 331 Route 25a, Mount Sinai 631-476-1304 facebook.com/mtsinaianimalhospital

Lake Ronkonkoma Beverage 400 Hawkins Ave, Ronkonkoma 631 588-3320 instagram @lakeronkonkomabeverage

Rocky Point Animal Hospital 526A Route 25A, Rocky Point 631-744-8882 rockypointanimalhospital.com

Lewin Medical Supply 15 Oliver Street, Riverhead 631-727-7006 • lewinmedicalsupply.com

Setauket Animal Hospital 89 Gnarled Hollow Road, East Setauket 631-751-8950 setauketanimalhospital.com

Lewin Medical Supply 3655 Route 112, Coram 631-716-4040 • lewinmedicalsupply.com Online Piano & Guitar Lessons Tony Mann Music 631-632-6005 • 631-473-3443 Reach for the Stars Tutoring 631-804-3623 reachforthestarstutoring.com

Social Hound 130C Belle Meade Road, Setauket 631-675-0024 • mysocialhound.com Three Village Veterinary Hospital 1342 Stony Brook Road, Stony Brook 631-689-8877 • threevillagevethospital.com

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CROSSWORD PUZZLE

CLUES ACROSS

1. Happen again 6. Promotions 9. Field mouse 13. UV absorber 14. Seek a seat 15. Eagle’s nest 16. Jury ____ 17. Mad King George’s number 18. Bad-tempered one 19. Two or more people on the road 21. Fines can do that? 23. Scot’s woolen cap 24. Give an impression 25. Last month 28. Willy Wonka mastermind 30. Lay down to rest again 35. Container weight 37. Damaging precipitation 39. One born to Japanese immigrants 40. Windows alternative 41. Clown act 43. London subway 44. What Motion Picture Association of America does 46. Lentil soup 47. Pulitzer winner Bellow 48. Little Women to Aunt March 50. Victorian and Elizabethan ones, e.g. 52. Dropped drug 53. Type of dam 55. Post Malone’s genre 57. Traffic separator 60. Kind of lane 64. Tiger’s and lioness’ offspring 65. J. Edgar Hoover’s org. 67. Capital of Vietnam 68. Between wash and dry 69. 1985 Kurosawa movie 70. Village V.I.P. 71. Brewer’s kiln 72. Play part 73. Young salmon

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Religious D irectory

Byzantine Catholic

RESURRECTION BYZANTINE CATHOLIC CHURCH

38 Mayflower Avenue, Smithtown NY 11787 631–759–6083 resurrectionsmithtown@gmail.com www.resurrectionsmithtown.org Father VladyslaV Budash, Parochial Vicar deacon roBert KnaPP JosePh s. durKo, cantor Divine Liturgy: Sundays at 10:30 am Holy Days: See website or phone for information Sunday School Sundays at 9:15 am A Catholic Church of the Eastern Rite under the Eparchy of Passaic.

Catholic ST. GERARD MAJELLA ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH

300 Terryville Road, Port Jefferson Station 631–473–2900 www.stgmajella.org reV. GreGory rannazzisi, Pastor Mass: Saturday 5:00pm Sunday: 7:30am, 9:00am & 11:00am Weekday Mass: 9:00am Confessions: Saturday 4:00-4:45 or by appointment Baptism and Wedding arrangements can be made by calling the Parish Office Thrift Shop: Mon-Fri 10am-4pm Saturday 10am-2pm

INFANT JESUS ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH

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

ST. JAMES ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH

429 Rt. 25A, Setauket, NY 11733 Phone: 631–941–4141 • Fax: 631–751–6607 Parish Office email: parish@stjamessetauket.org Office Hours:Mon.-Sat. 9am - 2pm reV. JaMes-PatricK Mannion, Pastor reV. Gerald cestare, associate Pastor assoc. Pastor reV. John FitzGerald, in residence In response to the COVID-19 virus, Bishop Barres has mandated that there will be No public celebration of Mass until the Tuesday after Easter. We have

unexpectedly and suddenly moved from Lent to a Prolonged Good Friday...but this too shall yield its austere loss to the glory of Easter’s Joy of Jesus’ Resurrection. While we are in this prolonged Good Friday, let us commit ourselves as a parish to the following: • private prayer (a rosary, reading of scripture, adoration before the tabernacle) each day. The church will be opened from 8 am to 5 pm Mondays to Saturdays and from 8 am to 12 noon on Sundays. • attend mass, by watching The Catholic Faith Network (CFN) which will provide televised and online daily Masses, including Holy Week and Easter Liturgies, as well as other devotional and spiritual programs. (Optimum channel 29/137, Verizon FiOS TV channel 296, and Spectrum channel 162/471.) • for Palm Sunday, palm will be available by Our Lady’s statue. • for Easter, blessed Easter Holy Water will be available by Our Lady’s statue. Check web page for an announcement of a possible video livestream of the mass from our own church. • when that first Sunday comes when we can once again gather at our ‘family table of the Lord’ and break the bread and drink of the cup, it will be a celebration of great Joy! Where can the weak find a place of firm security and peace, except in the wounds of the Savior? Indeed, the more secure is my place there, the more he can do to help me. The world rages, the flesh is heavy, and the devil lays his snares; but I do not fall, for my feet are planted on firm rock. - St. Bernard of Clairvaux

ST. LOUIS DE MONTFORT ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH

75 New York Avenue, Sound Beach, N.Y. 11789 Parish Office: 631-744-8566; FAX 631-744-8611 Parish Website: www.stlouisdm.org 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. reV. MsGr. christoPher J. heller, Pastor reV. alPhonsus iGBoKwe, associate Pastor reV. MsGr. donald hanson, in residence reV. Francis Pizzarelli, s.M.M., Parish assistant reV. henry Vas, Parish assistant Weekday Masses: Monday through Friday: 8:30 am in the Chapel Weekend Masses: Saturday Vigil: 5 pm Sunday: 7:30 am; 9:00 am; 10:30 am; 12 noon. Baptisms: Most Sundays at 1:30 pm. Please contact Parish Office for an appointment. Reconciliation: Sat.: 4-4:45 pm or by appointment. Anointing of the Sick: by request. Holy Matrimony: Contact Parish Office at least six months in advance of desired date. Religious Education: Contact 631-744-9515 Parish Outreach: Contact 631-209-0325 Our Lady of Wisdom Regional School: Contact 631-473-1211.

Catholic Traditional Latin Mass ST. MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL

Society of Saint Pius X 900 Horseblock Road, Farmingville, NY 11738 631–736–6515 • sspxlongisland.com Please consult sspxlongisland.com for current Mass dates and times.

Congregational MT. SINAI CONGREGATIONAL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST

233 North Country Road, Mt. Sinai • 631–473–1582 www.msucc.org • reV. dr. PhiliP hoBson Please think of your friends at our church who do not typically get our emails and give them a call to let them know. What is On-Line Worship? How does it work? If all goes as planned, a few of us will be live-streaming worship from the church at 10 am Sunday morning, on our church’s Facebook page. You can find it here: https://www.facebook.com/ Mt-Sinai-Congregational-United-Church-of Christ-175000241113/ Afterwards, the service will be uploaded to YouTube, which is available here: https://www. youtube.com/channel/UCoY0iKWN2v8NTDtSFjFpS3Q Whether via Facebook or YouTube, you will be able to watch and participate in the service at a later time as well. (One strange benefit to all this is you can sleep in and still make it to church!) A few more reminders: 1. We will be doing “Communion Where You Are” so if you want to have some bread and drink available, you can join in. 2. There will be an offering time. While we won’t be passing the plates, we will be reminding people that there are ways to donate via the church website https://www.msucc.org/ giving/, by mailing in a check, or by setting up bill pay through your bank. 3. While we have livestreamed and recorded the sermon, we haven’t done a full service before. Also, Facebook may have added viewer volume as lots of churches are going on-line this Sunday. If it does not work right away, please have patience. We will still try and get it uploaded even if livestreaming has difficulties. Take care of yourselves, wash your hands, check on your neighbors. Grace and Peace, Phil

Episcopal ALL SOULS EPISCOPAL CHURCH

“Our little historic church on the hill” across from the Stony Brook Duck Pond Main Street, Stony Brook • 631–751–0034 www.allsouls–stonybrook.org allsoulsepiscopalchurch@verizon.net Sunday Holy Eucharist: 8 and 9:30 am All Souls now offers a 30 minute Inter-Faith Service every Tuesday Morning at 8:00 AM 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

the reV. cn. dr. richard d. Visconti, rector 1 Dyke Road on the Village Green, Setauket

Web site: www.carolinechurch.net email: office@carolinechurch.net • 631–941–4245 Please note that the Episcopal Diocese of LI has suspended all public worship services. Please check our website for the latest information or call the office. Let God walk with you as part of our family– friendly community.

CHRIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH

127 Barnum Ave., Port Jefferson • 631–473–0273 email: ccoffice@christchurchportjeff.org www.christchurchportjeff.org Father anthony dilorenzo: Priest–in–charGe BECAUSE OF THE CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC, WE ARE NOT CERTAIN IF WE ARE ABLE TO HAVE OUR SERVICES. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE TUESDAY THROUGH FRIDAY BETWEEN 9 AM AND 12 PM (631-473-0273) FOR THE LATEST INFORMATION. PLEASE DON’T CALL AFTER HOURS. LET US PRAY FOR ONE ANOTHER. GOD BLESS YOU. Father Anthony DiLorenzo It is the mission of the people of Christ Church to grow in our relationship with Jesus Christ and to make his love known to all through our lives and ministry. We at Christ Church are a joyful, welcoming community. Wherever you are in your journey of life we want to be part of it.

ST. JAMES EPISCOPAL CHURCH

490 North Country Road, St. James, NY 11780 631-584-5560 www.stjamesstjames.org Parish Office email: stjamesc@optonline.net the reV. ian c. wetMore, rector Where is God calling us? To grow in faith through Scripture and prayer, To build relationships in Christ, To serve one another and the world. While we all work together to fight the coronavirus, please join us in worship online. Please go to our website (StonyBrookCommunityChurch.org), click on the Announcements page, and then click on the link to Sunday’s service.

ST. JOHN’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH

“To know Christ and to make Him known” reV. duncan a. Burns, rector Mrs. claire Mis, seMinarian alex Pryrodny, orGanist & choir director 12 Prospect St, Huntington ● (631) 427-1752 On Main St. next to the Library www.stjohnshuntington.org ● LIKE us on Facebook Sunday Worship – Live Stream 10:00 AM – Rite II with music Morning Prayer – Live Stream 9:00 am – Monday thru Friday Tuesday Lenten Series – Live Stream 5:30 pm – Stations of the Cross 6:00 pm – Evening Prayer visit our website for more information

Evangelical THREE VILLAGE CHURCH

To Know Christ and To Make Him Known 322 Main Street, East Setauket www.3vc.org • 631-941–3670 LEAD PASTOR JOSH MOODY All Services and Activities are Canceled. Join Us As We Celebrate 60 Years Of Proclaiming The Good News Of Jesus Christ!

PLEASE TAKE NOTE THAT MANY RELIGIOUS INSTITUTIONS HAVE CANCELLED SERVICES UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. PLEASE CALL OR VISIT YOUR PLACE OF WORSHIP’S WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND GUIDANCE. Continued on next page →

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Greek Orthodox

CHURCH OF THE ASSUMPTION

430 Sheep Pasture Rd., Port Jefferson 11777 Tel: 631-473-0894 • Fax: 631-928-5131 www.kimisis.org • goc.assumption@gmail.com Rev. DemetRios N. CalogReDes, PRotoPResbyteR Sunday Services: Orthros 8:30 Am - Divine Liturgy 10 Am Services Conducted In Both Greek & English* Books Available To Follow In English* Sunday Catechism School, 10 Am - 11 Am* Greek Language School, Tuesdays 5 Pm - 8 Pm* Bible Study & Adult Catechism Classes Available* Golden Age & Youth Groups Banquet Hall Available For Rental* For Information Please Call Church Office*

Jewish VILLAGE CHABAD

Center for Jewish Life & Learning “Judaism With A Smile” 360 Nicolls Road, East Setauket Next To Fire Dept. 631-585–0521 • www.MyVillageChabad.com Rabbi Chaim & Rivkie gRossbaum Rabbi motti & Chaya gRossbaum Rabbi sholom b. & ChaNie CoheN Membership Free Weekday, Shabbat & Holiday Services Highly Acclaimed Torah Tots Preschool Afternoon Hebrew School Camp Gan Israel • Judaica Publishing Department Lectures And Seminars Living Legacy Holiday Programs Jewish Learning Institute Friendship Circle For Special Needs Children The Cteen Network N’shei Chabad Women’s Club • Cyberspace Library Chabad At Stony Brook University – Rabbi Adam & Esther Stein

NORTH SHORE JEWISH CENTER

385 Old Town Rd., Port Jefferson Station 631-928–3737 • www.northshorejewishcenter.org Rabbi aaRoN beNsoN • CaNtoR DaNiel kRameR exeCutive DiReCtoR maRCie PlatkiN PRiNCiPal heatheR Welkes youth DiReCtoR JeN sChWaRtz Services: Friday At 8 Pm; Saturday At 9:15 am Daily Morning And Evening Minyan- Call For Times. Tot Shabbat • Family Services • Sisterhood • Men’s Club • Seniors’ Club Youth Group • Continuing Ed • Adult Bar/Bat Mitzvah • Judaica Shop Food Pantry • Lecture Series • Jewish Film Series NSJC JEWISH LEARNING CENTER RELIGIOUS SCHOOL Innovative Curriculum And Programming For Children Ages 5-13 Imagine A Synagogue That Feels Like Home! Come Connect With Us On Your Jewish Journey. Member United Synagogue Of Conservative Judaism

TEMPLE ISAIAH (REFORM)

1404 Stony Brook Road, Stony Brook 631-751–8518 • www.tisbny.org A Warm And Caring Intergenerational Community Dedicated To Learning, Prayer, Social Action, And Friendship. Member Union For Reform Judaism Rabbi Paul siDlofsky • CaNtoR maRCey WagNeR Rabbi emeRitus stePheN a. kaRol Rabbi emeRitus aDam D. fisheR

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

Lutheran–ELCA HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH AND ANCHOR NURSERY SCHOOL

46 Dare Road, Selden 631-732-2511 Emergency Number 516-848-5386 Rev. DR. RiChaRD o. hill, PastoR eRiC faRet, viCaR Email: office@hopelutheran.com Website: www.hopeluth.com We are livecasting a worship service at our regular service times, however. Saturday at 5 p.m. and Sunday as 8, 9:30 and 11 a.m. This can be accessed by using any one of three links on our church website: www.hopeluth.com. It is also available to anyone who joins our “Friends of Hope Lutheran Church” Facebook group where notifications will be given when services are going live. Weekday devotions at 12:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Monday-Friday are posted on Facebook for those who join the group. Our YouTube channel can be found by searching on YouTube. com for “Rev Dr Richard O. Hill.” Please leave comments when watching the livecasts. At this time the food pantry will provide pre-filled bags of food on Thursdays from 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. We thank Selden Masjid for their generous food donation. Those wishing to make a similar donation should also call the church before bringing food: 631-732-2511. Members wishing to make cash donations should use the “Share God’s Mission” tab on the church website. All regular programs and meetings will not be held at the church. When necessary, they will be set up on Zoom.us. In emergencies, call the pastor at 516-848-5386.

ST. PAUL’S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH

309 Patchogue Road, Port Jefferson Station 631-473-2236 Rev. Paul a. DoWNiNg PastoR E-mail: Pastorpauldowning@yahoo.com Pastor’s cell: 347–423–1523 (voice or text) www.StPaulsLCPJS.org facebook.com/stpaulselca Service Times: Sundays 8:30 am and 10:30 am Adult Bible Study 9:30 am Sunday School during 10:30 am service Holy Communion offered at both services Fridays: Power of Prayer Hour 10:30 am Meal provided by Welcome Friends Sundays at 1:00 pm and Wednesdays at 5:45 pm We continue to serve the Port Jefferson Community Now in our 102nd year

Lutheran–LCMS MESSIAH LUTHERAN CHURCH

Messiah Preschool & Day Care 465 Pond Path, East Setauket 631-751–1775 • www.messiahny.com PastoR steve uNgeR Nothing shall separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus. Dear friends we have been together now under very difficult circumstances for the last few weeks and our prayers are with you all. While we are not able to meet together as a body, our hearts and our souls are inter-

twined with the love we have for each other and the love that God has for us. You are welcome to call us at the church and leave a message and we will get back to you very quickly as we check for messages on a daily basis. We will be looking at different ways that we can connect but in the meantime be assured of our love and prayers. This Palm Sunday is the beginning of Holy Week. We will be distributing palms at the church. The Pastor will be at the church and distributing palms to anyone who would like to drive by the church and receive a blessing. It would not be necessary to leave your car. This will begin at 10 AM and end at 11 AM. Our phone numbers where you can receive information and leave messages are (631) 751-5584 and (631) 751-1775. God bless you as we continue our journey to Jerusalem.

Methodist BETHEL AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH

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

ST. JAMES UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

532 Moriches Road, St. James 11780-1316 Rev. PRiNCe DoNkoR, PastoR 631-584-5340 All are Welcome Sunday Service and Sunday School at 10 am Tuesday Evening is Prayer Group at 7:30 pm Wednesday Morning Bible Study at 7:30 am Wednesday Afternoon Bible Study at 1 pm Wednesday Evening Choir Practice at 7:30 pm AA Ministry Every Monday and Wednesday Evenings at 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 www.setauketumc.org • sumcny@aol.com Adult Bible Study: 9am Sunday Worship Service & Church School: 10 am Holy Communion 1st Sunday Of Month Mary Martha Circle (Women’s Ministry) Monthly On 2nd Tuesday At 1pm No matter who you are or where you are on life’s journey, you’re welcome here!

STONY BROOK COMMUNITY CHURCH UNITED METHODIST

216 Christian Ave., Stony Brook, 11790 Church Office: 631-751-0574 stonybrookcommunitychurch@gmail.com www.stonybrookcommunitychurch.org Rev. ChuCk vaN houteN, PastoR Connecting People To God, Purpose And Each Other While we all work together to fight the coronavirus, please join us in worship online. Please go to our website (StonyBrookCommunityChurch.org), click on the Announcements page, and then click on the link to Sunday’s service. Renewing, Restoring, Reviving For The 21st Century!

Presbyterian FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF PORT JEFFERSON

107 South/Main Streets • (631) 473-0147 We are an accepting and caring people who invite you to share in the journey of faith with us. the Rev. DR. RiChaRD gRaugh Email: office@pjpres.org Website: www.pjpres.org Sunday Worship Service -10am (Childcare Provided) Christian Education-Sunday School: 10:15am Coffee and Fellowship 11:15am Bible Study: Tuesday 3pm Holy Communion 1st Sunday of the Month Meals Provided by Welcome Friends every Friday at 6pm Call the church office or visit our website for current activities and events. NYS Certified Preschool and Daycare - Noah’s Ark The purpose of First Presbyterian Church of Port Jefferson is, with God’s help, to share the joy and good news of Jesus Christ with the congregation, visitors and the community at large; to provide comfort to those in need and hope to those in despair; and to seek justice for all God’s people.

SETAUKET PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

5 Caroline Avenue ~ On the Village Green 631- 941-4271 Celebrating and Sharing the love of God since 1660. the Rev. kate JoNes CaloNe, iNteRim PastoR the Rev. ashley mCfaul-eRWiN, CommuNity outReaCh PastoR “Visit Our Website: setauketpresbyterian.org for updates on worship. Our service will be streamed live at 9:30 on Sunday mornings until further notice.”

Quakers RELIGIOUS SOCIETY OF FRIENDS

4 Friends Way, St. James 631–928-2768 • www.cbquakers.org We gather in silent worship seeking God • the Inner Light • Spirit. We are guided by the Quaker testimonies of simplicity, peace, integrity, community, equality, and stewardship. Weekly coffee and fellowship, monthly discussions, Religious Education for children. During this time when we are asked not to gather together physically, we are gathering online for worship. Please see our website (www.consciencebayquakers.org) for information about joining in. All are welcome.

Unitarian Universalist UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP AT STONY BROOK

380 Nicolls Road, East Setauket, NY 11733 631–751–0297 www.uufsb.org • office@uufsb.org Rev. maRgaRet h. alleN (minister@uufsb.org) We are a religious community that seeks diversity, individual spiritual growth, social and economic justice. Sunday Service: 10:30 am Children’s Sunday Religious Education Classes: 10:30 am Senior High Youth Group Adult Faith Development Choir, Folk Group, classical music Vespers, Sangha Meditation, Labyrinth Walks, Tai Chi, Chi Gong, Yoga, Essentrics, Grounds & Sounds Café, Le Petit Salon de Musique

PLEASE TAKE NOTE THAT MANY RELIGIOUS INSTITUTIONS HAVE CANCELLED SERVICES UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. PLEASE CALL OR VISIT YOUR PLACE OF WORSHIP’S WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND GUIDANCE.

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COVER STORY

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Wildlife rehab organizations seek donations amid pandemic closures BY MELISSA ARNOLD

s most businesses come to a standstill to aid in social distancing, many people are looking for ways to help their neighbors and community. While there’s plenty to do for one another, local wildlife organizations have their own plea: Don’t forget the animals. It’s a tough time for places like the Save the Animals Rescue (STAR) Foundation in Middle Island, a non-profit which rescues and rehabilitates a wide variety of injured wildlife. They also provide a place of sanctuary for those animals not well enough to return to their natural habitats. "We rescue those unusual pets that people have abandoned, birds and reptiles, guinea pigs, rabbits, and we’ve been doing this for 25 years," said STAR Foundation co-director Lori Ketcham. "We are 100 percent reliant on volunteers, and have no paid staff or municipal support. [Normally] about 30 hands-on volunteers assist with rescues, provide animal care, clean cages, help with transport and do whatever else we need help with."

The STAR Foundation has a long-standing relationship with the Animal Emergency Service clinic in Selden. Temporary limits on staffing and social distancing measures have added additional pressure to the clinic, and for now, STAR is no longer able to send animals to them for immediate care. "They’re short on equipment and supplies, and what can they do? We [in the animal care field] need gloves and masks just like every other profession, and when those things are gone, they’re gone," Ketcham said. "And while we’d happily welcome vets who are willing to provide care, not every vet is certified to work with wild animals, so we can’t turn to just anyone." The warmest months of the year are also the busiest times for animal rescue organizations, between the arrival of new baby animals and those that sustain injuries while out and about. STAR cares for about 150 animals at a time — currently they’re bottle-feeding baby squirrels and rabbits, caring for woodchucks and all kinds of birds, from quail to great horned owls, and small exotic pets with nowhere to go thanks to suspended adoptions.

'We have utility bills and insurances, cleaning, food and medical supply bills, no matter what else is going on. Without programs or fundraisers, it will become critical in no time. —LORI KETCHAM

While the foundation is keeping a skeleton crew of two to three people on-site, sanitizing regularly and staying separated as much as possible, each new person that enters the building resets that process and introduces new risks, Ketcham explained.

At Sweetbriar Nature Center in Smithtown, they have the same concerns. "It’s certainly a big challenge for us — since we’ve been closed to the public, we have only one or two people coming in to work," said Sweetbriar’s education director Eric Young. "Volunteers have taken some of the animals home for care, but that’s only temporary." The center is home to countless animals of all kinds, from bustling ant colonies and hissing cockroaches to box turtles and groundhogs, the occasional goats and foxes, to name a few. Young estimates there are around 50 different kinds of animals on site. At the moment, its onsite Wildlife Rehabilitation Center is caring for several owls and rabbits, a hawk that suffered a gunshot wound, gulls and Canada geese, among others. As education director, Young said he’s feeling the loss of the many students who visit the center at this time of year. Sweetbriar interacts with thousands of students annually, including in-school presentations and class field trips. Now, with schools closed and students adjusting to digital learning in varied forms, Young is trying to find creative ways to bring the animals online. "We’re thinking about sharing our animal presentations on YouTube, and I’m in the process of putting together resources to share with teachers," he said. At this point, Director of Wildlife Rehabilitation Janine Bendicksen is simply hoping for a quick end to the pandemic so that they can ensure the wellbeing of the staff. “The Town of Smithtown covers our utilities and major repairs, but we still depend on financial support to pay the salaries of our staff, care for the animals and purchase

Photos on left and right courtesy of Sweetbriar Nature Center; center photo from STAR Foundation.

formula, medicine and food,” Bendicksen said. “Our greatest need right now is to continue to support our staff.” Ketcham echoed the need for continued donations in these difficult times. “We plan our fundraisers well in advance, and without doing five or six fundraisers a year, we’re not going to make it,” she said. “We don’t know what events we will be able to hold. Everything is up in the air right now. It costs about $8,000 a month to keep the center going, and donations have slowed to a trickle. We have utility bills and insurances, cleaning, food and medical supply bills, no matter what else is going on. Without programs or fundraisers, it will become critical in no time.” Both the STAR Foundation and Sweetbriar Nature Center are encouraging those who wish to support them with donations to send money only at this time — please protect the staff and do not bring supplies to their physical locations. To donate to the Save the Animals Rescue (STAR) Foundation, visit www. savetheanimalsrescue.org. Call 631-736-8207 for urgent assistance with wildlife. To donate to Sweetbriar Nature Center, visit www.sweetbriarnc.org. For those who find an injured wild animal, call 631-979-6344 and leave a message." All our phone calls go directly to an answering machine that we check each day, we will call them back and give advice. We will accept wildlife if possible," said Bendicksen. You can also visit the Department of Environmental Conservation website at www. dec.ny.gov and search for "wildlife rehabilitator near me" to connect with other rescue organizations in your area.

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SHELTER PET OF THE WEEK

Camp & School DIRECTORY

MEET BLAZE!! BLAZE This week’s shelter pet is Blaze, a seven-year-old male pit terrier at the Smithtown Animal Shelter. Blaze came to the shelter after being dumped in a county park, locked in a cage. However, he has truly begun to learn to love and trust his humans. This energetic good boy enjoys running around in the shelter's dog park, eating treats, and when it’s hot out, splashing around in the pool! He can be a very loyal dog once he learns to trust you. Blaze knows his basic commands like sit, wait, give paw, and walks nicely on a leash. Blaze needs an adult-only home familiar with big breed dogs, without other pets. His ideal family will spend time giving him the love (and treats) that he deserves, understanding that he had a tough life before the shelter. *Due to the health risk presented by the Covid-19 pandemic, there will be limited public access to the shelter. If you are interested in meeting Blaze, please

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Photo from Smithtown Animal Shelter

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SBU SPORTSWEEK STONY BROOK UNIVERSITY

APRIL 2 TO APRIL APRIL 8, 2020

America East cancels all competitions and practices through end of academic year

Effective immediately, all competition and practices for all teams and individual student‐athletes at America East Conference institutions have been canceled for the rest of this academic year, including any spring sport events that occur beyond the academic year. The decision was made in light of the recent developments, including the cancellation of all NCAA winter and spring championships, regarding the spread of the COVID‐19 virus. This is a proactive decision to protect the health, safety and well‐being of everyone.

Elijah Olaniyi

selected to NABC All-District First Team

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Junior Elijah Olaniyi proved in 2019-20 that he was not just one of the best players in the America East. He was one of the best players in the region. That was confirmed Monday morning when the National Association of Basketball Coaches released its Division I All-District teams and coaches, on which Olaniyi was selected to the first team. He joins fellow America East first-teamer Anthony Lamb, as well as Siena’s Jalen Pickett, Iona’s E.J. Crawford and Rider’s Dimencio Vaughn on the squad. Three more America East players were selected to the second team: Christian Lutete (UMass Lowell), Malik Ellison (Hartford) and Stef Smith (Vermont).

Olaniyi was selected to his first all-conference first-team honor this season after leading the Seawolves to a 10-6 conference record and a berth in the America East semifinals. The Newark, N.J., native, currently 18th on the program’s alltime scoring list, scored in double figures in all but three games this season, averaging 18 a night. He was also second on the squad in rebounding, grabbing 6.5 per night, and steals, swiping 44 on the year. He joins Lucas Woodhouse, Jameel Warney and Tommy Brenton as the only Stony Brook players to be selected to the first team. He is the 10th Seawolves selection by the NABC since the program was first honored in a team format after the 2009-2010 season.

Women’s lacrosse to participate in Last Shift Challenge In a time full of uncertainty, during which distancing is the new norm, Stony Brook women’s lacrosse standout Ally Kennedy aims to bring everyone together through activism. Kennedy has joined forces with fellow collegiate lacrosse players Grant Ament of Penn State and Michael Sowers of Princeton to organize The Last Shift Virtual 5K Challenge through the HEADstrong Foundation. Anyone can participate in the challenge by sharing video of themselves going on a run on April 6, which coincides with National Student-Athlete Day. “I think this is why sports are so great, because in a time of adversity we can all still come together for a cause that is so much bigger than ourselves,” said Kennedy, who plans to return to the Seawolves for the 2021 season after having her senior year interrupted. “I know that my season was kind of ripped away from me, but the fact that we can handle the cards that we’ve been dealt and come together for a greater cause really shows the magic of sports.” The campaign aims to benefit and raise awareness for cancer patients,

who are especially vulnerable to the COVID-19 virus. Just days after the NCAA announced it was canceling all winter and spring championships, a representative from the HEADstrong Foundation reached out to Kennedy and asked if she wanted to be one of the campaign’s organizers. She accepted the invitation without hesitation. “Being selected to represent such a great cause and an amazing campaign is an honor,” Kennedy said. “Coming together as student-athletes and as a community in general for a reason much bigger than ourselves is an opportunity I’ll forever be thankful for.” Kennedy, as well as the rest of the Stony Brook women’s lacrosse team, will participate. They will use the hashtag #LastShift2020 to promote their runs via social media. “The circumstances of our season ending so abruptly, especially as a senior, were devastating,” teammate Caitlyn McDuffee said. “The Last Shift gives me, and every single spring and winter athlete, the opportunity to end our season on a positive note. We all

Ally Kennedy is one of the campaign organizers for the April 6 fundraiser.

ended our season the same way. So coming together while we’re apart is a really good example not only for athletics but also for our country.” For further information on the campaign and instructions on how to register and donate, visit www. stonybrookathletics.com.

Seventeen Seawolves set with Baseball Summer League Teams When baseball resumes, Stony Brook University will be well represented as seventeen members of the Seawolves already have agreed to join summer leagues: • The Hamptons Collegiate Baseball League representation will include Shane Paradine (Southampton), Derek Yalon (South Shore), and Eric Foster and Kyle Johnson (Westhampton). • The Perfect Game Collegiate Baseball League will include Stanton Leuthner and Mark

Alday (Adirondack), Brad Hipsley (Glens Falls) and Brendan Disonell (Amsterdam). • The New England Collegiate Baseball League will include John Tuccillo (Ocean State) and Johnny Decker, Evan Giordano and Josh O’Neill (Vermont). • Ben Fero and Ellis Schwartz will head to Virginia to play with Strasburg in the Valley Baseball League. • The Futures Collegiate Baseball League will include Brett Paulsen and Brandon Lashley with New Britain.

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Why do my hands shake? OUR EXPERTS ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS Hanna Czarkowska, MD Neurologist specializing in movement disorders Stony Brook Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Center

Chuck Mikell, MD Neurosurgeon specializing in movement disorders Co-Director, Stony Brook Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Center

Movement disorders can be debilitating and significantly impact one’s quality of life. An accurate diagnosis and treatment by a neurologist who specializes in these often challenging and complex disorders is key.

What is a movement disorder? Dr. Czarkowska: The term “movement disorder” refers to a brain problem that causes abnormal increased, reduced or slow movements. It can cause your limbs to become stiff and slow or shake, or cause your muscles to contract when you don’t want them to.

Should I be concerned that my hands shake?

Dr. Czarkowska: Yes. Some of the better known movement disorders include: • Parkinson’s disease and other related disorders, which can cause the limbs to shake when the body is at rest, cause stiffness and slowness of movements and impair balance. These symptoms can make it difficult to walk and engage in daily activities. • Essential tremor, which causes a person’s arms to shake rhythmically when the arms are being used to perform a function. • Dystonia, which causes involuntary twisting or turning movements. These can involve neck muscles, causing the neck to turn in different ways (i.e., cervical dystonia). Other forms of dystonia can cause writer’s cramp, exaggerated blinking or involuntary jaw and mouth movements. • Huntington’s disease, which causes uncontrolled movement of one’s arms, legs, head, face and upper body. It can also cause impaired cognitive abilities and psychiatric conditions.

How are you diagnosed? Dr. Czarkowska: The first step is to undergo an evaluation by a movement disorders neurologist who is trained to diagnose and treat these complex disorders. At Stony Brook, when we meet a person for an initial evaluation, we ask them to perform different tasks like writing, walking across the room, pouring and drinking water and drawing spirals. From these seemingly simple tasks, we’re able to carefully observe nuances in their movements and make a diagnosis.

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movement disorders is a candidate for deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery. It involves placing small wires into the brain and stimulating them with electrical current. This safe and effective procedure gives patients increased mobility, use of their hands and greater independence. Many with Parkinson’s disease and tremor can benefit from DBS.

Why come to Stony Brook? Dr. Czarkowska: Our expertise is sought out by neurologists across Long Island. Our team includes neurologists; neurosurgeons; psychiatrists; neuropsychologists; a social worker; and physical, occupational and speech therapists — all of whom specialize in movement disorders. For example, when a patient experiences challenges behaviorally, cognitively and emotionally that don’t go away after surgery or other medical treatment, we can provide a referral to one of our neuropsychologists who will provide a comprehensive evaluation and make recommendations that are applicable in all major areas of a person’s life. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Czarkowska, call (631) 444-2599. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Mikell, call (631) 444-1213.

What treatments are available? Dr. Mikell: Treatments can range from physical therapy and rehabilitation to botulinum toxin injection and even brain surgery. The treatment depends on establishing an accurate diagnosis. Anyone who is on medication and still suffering from bothersome symptoms of

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Dr. Mikell: There are some people whose hands shake a little and it doesn’t get in the way of their ability to do the things they want to do. And there are others whose hands shake so much that they’ve stopped trying to do things like eat soup with a spoon, handwrite letters to loved ones or drink from a cup. If that’s you, you have a problem that should be evaluated by a neurologist who is knowledgeable about movement disorders, because treatment is available.

Are there many types of movement disorders?