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One On One

with JEFFREY SANZEL

By Katelyn Winter Theatre Three in Port Jefferson has been a treasured fixture in the community for 47 years. Each year, the theater presents a Mainstage season of musicals, plays and “A Christmas Carol” while the Second Stage serves as an intimate venue for its annual Festival of One-Act Plays and Friday Night Face Off. The theater’s Children’s Theatre presents original musicals and acting classes are offered throughout the year.

This summer, exciting events like the Sizzling Summer Concert Series and the Director’s Dinners, where you can dine with directors and designers pre-show, offer new ways to appreciate theater arts.

The upcoming Mainstage season has an especially personal meaning for Jeffrey Sanzel, who has been the artistic director there since 1993. I recently had the pleasure of interviewing Sanzel in his office at Theatre Three.

What can you tell us about the upcoming Mainstage season?

Are any of the shows a personal favorite, or do you have a connection to them in any way?

Well, that’s an interesting question, because “A Christmas Carol” obviously I’ve made a life out of. I’ve been doing “A Christmas Carol” since 1988 so that has a very personal connection.

However, this season we’re actually doing an original play that I wrote called “Where There’s a Will.” I first wrote it 30 years ago, and a youth theater in Cleveland did it last fall. I hadn’t looked at it in 28, 29 years. The director of that company and I knew each other from the original production, so we had talked about it — I pulled it out, I did some rewrites, and they did it.

I went and saw it, and then I passed it around our staff, and people read it and said, you know, this is really worth looking at. So I’ve been in the process of rewriting it, and we’re doing that next April. So that has an incredibly personal connection for me. It kind of spans, when you look at the beginning of my career to where I am now, all of that.

Do you have any other hobbies, beyond playwriting?

No, I don’t really have any … wait, that’s not true. I started playing the ukulele two years ago! I started taking lessons two years ago, but that’s the first time I’ve ever had anything that is not directly related to theater.

In theater, actors wear costumes.

But what’s your favorite article of clothing in your own closet?

I’m very partial to ties. I love ties, and there’s actually a story behind that. Our associate artistic director, Brent Erlanson, who actually was here before me, was an actor, a costumer, a musician, a composer and a designer — just a jack of all trades.

We worked together for over 20 years. He

passed away eight years ago, but he always used to give me shirts and ties for birthdays and Christmases, because he felt my wardrobe was really drab. And he’d give me these vibrant ties, and as I mentioned he passed away.

Now we have an actor who’s worked for us, off and on over the last few years, Brett Chizever. I told him that story, so he has started to, at every opening, bring me a different tie. So I have this whole collection that spans from Brent Erlanson to Brett Chizever, so it kind of ties the arc of my time here together.

Wow, that must be a lot of ties!

It is. I mean, he started doing this a few years ago, and originally Brett was just giving me ties for the shows he was in. Then it was the shows I was directing. Now every time he comes to an opening, there’s a tie. One time he hadn’t seen me before the show, and I did the pre-show speech, and I walked off the stage and up the aisle and out stretched a hand with the tie in it.

So, in your opinion, what makes doing theater here in Port Jefferson so special, as opposed to someplace else?

Well, we’re part of a community. And we’re part of a tradition that was started

by Jerry Friedman, and then passed onto Bradley Bing, and then to me. We have this rich history, and we’re coming up on our forty-seventh season. We’ve had thousands of people come through our doors, as performers, craftspeople, musicians and designers, as well as patrons. There’s something about being in the same place, in this very cultural community, and watching things evolve over the years. This has been almost my entire adult life. I came here when I was 22, and I’m going to be 50. I’ve spent more of my life here than I haven’t.

Outside of Theatre Three, what is the best show you’ve seen recently?

I saw “Fun Home” last week, which I thought was a beautiful production. I think it’s one of the best directed, designed and acted productions I’ve seen in years. It’s extraordinary — what they’ve done to tell the story. The artistry is jaw-dropping, and I thought that was impressive. I try to see a lot of shows, but it can be difficult because I’m here all the time. In the last year, I saw and loved “Something Rotten,” which was pure fun. I thought it was just terrific. It was smart, and funny, and spoke volumes to theater people. Also “Matilda” I thought that was a glorious mess. It’s kind of all over the place, but it’s so much fun. I’ve been theatergoing my whole life, but as of right now, those are the things that jump out at me.

Do you have a go-to order at any restaurant in Port Jefferson for those late hours at work?

Yes, at The Pie, the lunch special. It’s the chicken teriyaki sandwich, which is definitely my go-to.

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Jeffrey Sanzel in front of a portrait of the late Brent erlanson by al Jones in theatre three’s lobby

That sounds delicious. Looking toward the future, are there any shows you’d like to direct or see on the Theatre Three stage?

Well, I’ve gotten to a lot of shows on my bucket list. I’ve gotten to do “Next to Normal,” I got to do “Les Miserables” and “The Laramie Project.” As far as classics go, I love “Hello, Dolly!” We did that years ago when I was first here, and I didn’t get to direct it but that show just has a special place in my heart. There’s also a playwright Simon Grey, and I just love all his plays. He wrote one called “The Common Pursuit,” which is about academia, and I just think it’s a brilliant, beautiful play. I don’t know if it’s something we’d ever do, but as far as bucket lists go, it’s on there. And “The Madwoman of Chaillot,” by Jean Giraudoux, which I just love. I think it’s a beautiful, fantastical, dramatic show. It’s one of those things where on the page it’s okay, but if you saw it would be so vivid, so exciting!

What do you like the most about your work at Theatre Three?

Working with actors. I think what I’ve enjoyed the most, out of anything I do, is that interaction. The dynamic of working with actors on scripts, on developing roles, on character. As a director, the real heart of the work I get to do here is that.

Theatre Three’s 47th season opens with “Legally Blonde the Musical” on September 17. In the meantime, head over to one of its Sizzling Summer Concerts, the first of which is The Ghost of Jim Morrison: The Doors Tribute Band on Friday, July 8, at 8 p.m. For more information, visit www. theatrethree.com.

Author Katelyn Winter is a rising junior at Muhlenberg College in Allentown, Pa., majoring in English and creative writing.

She is from Stony Brook and hopes to one day work in the publishing industry.

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No specific breed of dog appears to nel cough and Lyme, I always see a nod of understanding. However, when I bring be more susceptible or resistant to the up the leptospirosis vaccine, the quizzical infection. However, middle-aged dogs look on people’s faces always reveals a (as compared to young or old) and male dogs (compared to female) appear to be lack of knowledge on this disease.

I think the reason is that as little as 10 at higher risk. It is theorized that middle-aged male dogs years ago, leptospiroare more likely to sis was limited to very wander and get into rural areas primarily more trouble (so far where dogs had more as coming in contact of a risk of coming in with a natural host). contact with wildlife.

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It has also been estimated that approxi- with antibiotics and other supportive care mately 90 percent of rats in major cities (IV fluids, IV medications etc.). The bad carry leptospirosis, so it has become more news is many times the initial infection is of an urban threat than previously real- cleared but there is permanent damage to ized. These hosts shed, or pass, the bacte- the kidneys.

An effective vaccine is now available ria in their urine, contaminating both the environment and water sources. Not only to prevent this disease. So, check with can these hosts carry the bacteria without your veterinarian if your dog is at risk showing symptoms of disease, they also (dogs that get out of the yard, are in concan shed the bacteria for extended periods tact with many other dogs, have wildlife nearby and standing water) and should be of time.

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Vanderbilt Planetarium marks 45th anniversary

On June 29, the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum in Centerport will observe the 45th anniversary of the opening of its planetarium, now known as the Charles and Helen Reichert Planetarium.

The anniversary coincides with the final stage of the planetarium’s technological update — the installation of a cutting-edge SkyLase laser light show system with entertainment programs, from Audio Visual Imagineering Inc. (AVI). The planetarium’s advanced GeminiStar III system — which includes a Konica Minolta InfiniumL star projector, full-dome video and surround-sound — offers audiences a spectacular, immersive experience.

Suffolk County built the $1 million planetarium in 1971 as a way to increase visitorship and to pro-

duce operating income to supplement the museum’s original $2 million trust fund. The planetarium enhanced the museum’s ability to carry out the science education aspect of its mission and honored William K. Vanderbilt II’s love of science and astronomy — and his use of celestial navigation when he traveled the world’s oceans in the early twentieth century.

In 1987, after welcoming more than 2.2 million visitors, the Vanderbilt refurbished the planetarium, acoustically redesigned its newly renamed Sky Theatre, and equipped it with the latest audio equipment.

The planetarium classroom received a makeover, too, with the addition of a then-advanced VCR (video cassette recorder) and video laser-disk equipment

Photos by Jennifer Vacca

Above, the entrance to the Charles and Helen Reichart Planetarium Then in 2013, following an extensive $4 million makeover and technological update, the Vanderbilt Planetarium became one of the finest and most advanced in the United States and the largest astronomical facility on Long Island. Suffolk County provided $3.9 million of the financing for the planetarium renovation. Private donations totaling $160,000 financed building enhancements: new theater seating; an improved heating, ventilation and air-conditioning system; a lobby face-lift and a new gift shop. Following the reopening, the planetarium received the most generous gift in the museum’s history. Charles and Helen Reichert pledged $1.7 million over 20 years to support the planetarium, its programs and its future. In their honor, the facility was named The Charles and Helen Reichert Planetarium.

Lance Reinheimer, executive director, said, “We are especially grateful to the Reichert family, Suffolk County and private donors for their extraordinary support of the Museum, its education programs, and its enduring value to Long Island.”

The Charles and Helen Reichert Planetarium, located on the grounds of the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport, offers daytime shows on Tuesday at 2 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays at noon, 1, 2, 3 and 4 p.m. Evening shows are held on Fridays and Saturdays at 8, 9 and 10 p.m.

Year-round viewing of the night sky (weather permitting), is held on Friday evenings from 9 to 10 p.m. (free with show ticket; $3 without show ticket). For more information, call 631-854-5579 or visit www. vanderbiltmuseum.org.

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Dehydration’s ripple effects

Even mild dehydration can affect cardiovascular health Summer is officially here, accompanied by reports of above-average temperatures from around the country. Dehydration is of particular concern at this time of year.

Complications can be mild to severe, ranging from mood changes and headaches to heart palpitations, heat stroke, migraines and heart attacks.

We may be dehydrated prior to experiencing symptoms of thirst. Signals and symptoms of dehydration include tiredness, constipation, dry skin, dizziness or lightDavid headedness, reduced Dunaief, M.D. tears and decreased or dark urine (1).

Dehydration can also be caused by medications. Diuretics, which are used by many for high blood pressure, heart failure, swelling and other chronic disorders, are primary culprits, especially in elderly patients.

There are inexpensive blood tests to help confirm mild dehydration. Simple blood urea nitrogen (BUN) and creatinine level tests are part of a basic metabolic panel. If each level on its own is high, this indicates there may be dehydration (2). If the ratio of BUN to creatinine is above 20, this is another signal that a patient may be dehydrated.

In addition, elevated sodium, potassium, urea and glucose are good indicators (3).

Another way to confirm dehydration is to look at urine sodium concentrations. If they are low, it’s another red flag (2).

Headaches and migraines Temperature is a potential trigger for headaches and migraine. As the temperature rises by intervals of 9 degrees, the risk for headache and migraines increases by 8 percent (4). This study involved 7,054 participants from one emergency room site. Warmer temperatures can potentially reduce blood volume in the body, causing dilation of the arteries, resulting in higher risk of headaches and migraines.

In another study, those who drank four cups more water had significantly fewer hours of migraine pain than those who drank less (5). Headache intensity decreased as well. Anecdotally, I had a patient who experienced a potentially dehydration-induced migraine after playing sports in the sweltering heat of Florida. He had the classic aura and was treated with hydration, Tylenol and caffeine, which helped avoid much of the suffering.

Heart palpitations Heart palpations are very common and are broadly felt as a racing heart rate, skipped beat, pounding sensation or fluttering. Dehydration and exercise are contributing factors (6). They occur mainly when we don’t hydrate prior to exercise.

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these are not usually life threatening, they are anxiety producing for patients.

Cardiovascular issues The Adventist Health Study, an observational study, showed a dose-response curve for men (7). In other words, group one, which drank more than five glasses of water daily, had the least risk of death from heart disease than group two, which drank more than three glasses of water daily. Those in group three, which drank less than two glasses per day, saw the least amount of benefit, comparatively. For women, there was no difference between groups one and two; both fared better than group three.

The reason for this effect, according to the authors, may relate to blood or plasma viscosity (thickness) and fibrinogen, a substance that helps clots form.

In a recently published small study, researchers studied the effects of mild dehydration on healthy males in their 20s (8). The study used intermittent, low-intensity walking to induce a 2 percent hydration deficit among study participants. Then, they provided a low water content diet for the remainder of the day.

Participants showed significantly impaired endothelial function. The endothelium is the inner lining of the blood vessels.

Endothelial dysfunction can impair the balance between dilation and constriction of the blood vessels. Why is this important? This dysfunction can contribute to cardiovascular events such as heart attacks. While this study involved only 10 participants, it suggests that even mild dehydration can have a dramatic impact on cardiovascular health.

Mood and energy levels In another recent study, mild dehydration resulted in decreased concentration, subdued mood, fatigue and headaches in women (9). In this small study, the mean age of participants was 23; they were neither athletes nor highly sedentary.

Dehydration was caused by walking on a treadmill with or without taking a diuretic (water pill) prior to the exercise. The authors concluded that adequate hydration was needed, especially during and after exercise.

I would also suggest, from my practice experience, hydration prior to exercise.

The myth: Coffee is dehydrating In a review, it was suggested that caffeinated coffee and tea don’t increase the risk of dehydration, even though caffeine is a mild diuretic (12). With moderate amounts of caffeine, the liquid has a more hydrating effect than the diuretic effect.

Thus, it is important to stay hydrated to avoid complications — some are serious, but all are uncomfortable. Diet is a great way to ensure that you get the triple effect of high amount of nutrients, increased hydration and sense of feeling satiated without calorie-dense foods. However, don’t go overboard with water consumption, especially if you have congestive heart failure or open-angle glaucoma (13). If you overhydrate with water, you can experience similar symptoms to dehydration. It is a good idea to review your medications with your doctor for possible dehydrating side effects.

How much water we need to drink depends on diet, activity levels, environment and other factors.

Ways to remain hydrated How much water we need to drink depends on circumstances, such as diet, activity levels, environment and other factors. It is not true necessarily that we all should be drinking eight glasses of water a day. In a review article, the authors analyzed the data but did not find adequate studies to suggest that eight glasses is supported in the literature (10). It may actually be too much for some patients.

You may also get a significant amount of water from the foods in your diet. Nutrient-dense diets, like the Mediterranean or DASH diets, have a plant-rich focus. A study mentions that diets with a focus on fruits and vegetables increases water consumption (11). As you may know, 95 percent of their weights is attributed to water. An added benefit is an increased satiety level without eating calorically dense foods.

References: (1) mayoclinic.org. (2) uptodate.com.

(3) BMJ Open online, Oct 21 2015. (4) Neurology. 2009 Mar 10;72(10):922-927.

(5) Handb Clin Neurol. 2010;97:161-172.

(7) my.clevelandclinic.org. (7) Am J Epidemiol 2002 May 1; 155:827-833. (8) European Journal of Nutrition online, Feb 10 2016. (9) J. Nutr. February 2012 142: 382-388. (10) AJP – Regu Physiol.

2002;283:R993-R1004. (11) Am J Lifestyle Med. 2011;5(4):316-319. (12) Exerc Sport Sci Rev. 2007;35(3):135-140. (13) Br J Ophthalmol. 2005:89:1298–1301 Dr. Dunaief is a speaker, author and local lifestyle medicine physician focusing on the integration of medicine, nutrition, fitness and stress management. For further information, visit www.medicalcompassmd.com or consult your personal physician.

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class reunions Ward Melville High School Class of 1986 will hold its 30th reunion on July 16 at Danfords Hotel in Port Jefferson at 7 p.m. Contact margo@trispytours.com for more information.

Smithtown Central High School Class of 1966 will hold its 50th reunion from Aug. 12 to 14. For more information, call Carol at 516-732-8267 or email libra948@aol.com.

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book review

‘Rhythm and Blues in New Orleans’

By John Broven

Music History

Local author takes readers on a musical journey

By Rita Egan For those who meet John Broven, if they ask the proofreader at the Times Beacon Record Newspapers questions about his past, the mild-mannered Englishman may treat them to stories about the oldtime record industry. For those who don’t have the opportunity to meet the music historian, there are his three books: “Rhythm and Blues in New Orleans,” “South to Louisiana: The Music of the Cajun Bayous” and “Record Makers and Breakers.”

Recently Broven had the opportunity to greatly revise and republish his first book “Rhythm and Blues in New Orleans,” which was originally published in the United States in 1978 and under the title “Walking to New Orleans: The Story of R&B New Orleans” in Great Britain in 1974.

Selling more than 20,000 copies initially and inducted into the Blues Hall of Fame, the book is a comprehensive history of the local rhythm and blues industry filled with information about the careers of icons such as Fats Domino, Lloyd Price, Allen Toussaint, Dr. John and many more.

A great deal of the material is derived from interviews that the author conducted himself.

Broven said it was about three years ago when the publisher, Pelican Books, approached him about updating the book. While he kept the paperback to the basic rhythm and blues period of the 1940s to the 1960s, it gave him a chance to update the basic information as well as incorporate several post-1974 interviews. This edition is significantly different from the original publication.

“The book is still very well respected, and I’m very pleased it’s given me the chance to say: Well, this is as up to date and as good as I can get it,” he said.

Rhythm and blues has filled the author’s life since his early years growing up in England.

Broven said he started collecting records as a teenager and was fortunate to go to school with Mike Leadbitter, who launched the publication Blues Unlimited in 1963 along with another schoolmate Simon Napier.

Photos courtesy of John Broven

above, the author with famous new Orleans R&B record producers Harold Battiste, left, and Wardell Quezergue, right , in 2010; right image, the cover of Broven’s book.

He described Leadbitter as a great visionary, and when he and Napier formed the magazine, he asked Broven if he would like to write for them. The writer said he had no experience at the time and Leadbitter said to him: “You have all these records, write about them.”

It was the first international blues magazine, and Broven said he was in the right place at the right time. When the writer traveled to the United States with Leadbitter in 1970, they discovered numerous American artists who they felt were being forgotten.

Leadbitter said to him: “Why don’t you write a book?” The author said the original edition centered more around Fats Domino, who Broven described as “a great American success story.”

Broven said he is happy he had the opportunity to write about the genre. “In general I find that Americans just don’t realize what an impact their music has had overseas and internationally. Rock ’n’ roll and rhythm and blues spread from here [to] literally all over the world,” the author said.

The writer explained that, “When I wrote the book in the early 1970s, New Orleans rhythm and blues was considered to be part of popular rock ’n’ roll and very few people saw the link between its jazz heritage, and people saw them as almost two distinct forms. I think one of the things was to show

that there was a natural progression from the jazz era into rhythm and blues and soul music. In other words, rhythm and blues is as much a part of the New Orleans heritage as jazz is,” he said.

The author said he was working in banking when he wrote the original edition of the book, and after 31 years in the banking industry, he became a consultant with Ace Records of London, England.

With the record label, he traveled to locations such as New Orleans, Nashville and Los Angeles. It was during this time that he gained a deeper knowledge of the music business and met and interviewed more renowned recording artists, including B.B. King, together with many pioneering record men and women for the critically acclaimed “Record Makers and Breakers” (2009).

For the New Orleans book, Broven said he feels the interviews have stood the test of time, and the subjects, the majority born and raised in the city, are marvelous storytellers. “I couldn’t have done it without all those great personalities and their stories,” he said. Many are no longer alive, which makes the interviews even more precious, he added.

Broven has many favorite interviewees including Cosimo Matassa, the owner of three recording studios during his lifetime. Broven credits Matassa for

’In general I find that Americans just don’t realize what an impact their music has had overseas and internationally.’

— John Broven giving New Orleans rhythm and blues its sound, particularly the “street” drum sound.

The author said Matassa’s studios provided a relaxed atmosphere for artists, and, in the 1940s and 1950s, “there was not the overdubbing and multitrack recording that you’ve got now. It was almost a live performance. If someone hit a wrong note, that was the end of that take and you had to do it all over again,” he said.

Broven’s musical journey eventually brought him to the United States permanently.

While working with Ace Records he met his late wife, Shelley, who he said was very supportive of his record research work. She had inherited the independent label Golden Crest Records, of Huntington Station, from her father, Clark Galehouse.

Broven said he arranged a meeting with Shelley in 1993 to discuss a licensing deal for the Wailers’ “Tall Cool One,” a Top 40 instrumental hit on her father’s label for Ace’s best-selling series, “The Golden Age of American Rock ’n’ Roll.” They were both single and soon began dating. He joked, “I always say we signed

two contracts. One was for the record and the other one was for marriage.”

When he married Shelley in 1995, he moved to the United States. The couple originally lived in Cold Spring Harbor but moved to East Setauket after two years.

For the new edition of his book, Broven will be traveling from Long Island to New Orleans for signings and book talks. He hopes that readers, especially the younger generation, will take an interest and learn about this era of American music. He believes the music is just as good today and said, “That’s the definition of classical music.”

“As I said in the book, in the introduction, my one wish is to make people aware not only of this great music, but also to make them rush to their record collections to play all those records — and if they haven’t got the records, to try and seek them out,” Broven said.

For more information about the author, visit www.johnbroven.com or to purchase his books, go to www. amazon.com.

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business news

Local jeweler attends buying show Anthony Bongiovanni, owner of Rocky Point Jewelers, recently attended a series of educational seminars, workshops and courses at the Independent Jewelers Organization’s Spring Buying & Seminar Show held in Orlando, Fla. Bongiovanni also had the opportunity to preview the lines of more than 150 top manufactures and jewelry designers who exhibited their merchandise, some of which is exclusive to Master IJO members and is not available from any other stores in this area.

Rocky Point Jewelers has two locations: 29 Rocky Point-Yaphank Road, Suite 3, Rocky Point (631-744-4446) and 137 Main Street, Stony Brook (631-751-3751). Visit them soon to see the latest in jewelry fashions or for a personal consultation on the diamond of your dreams.

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The Kings Park Chamber of Commerce hosted a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Kings Park Pharmacy, 64 Indian Head Road, Kings Park, on June 4 to welcome them as new members of the chamber.

The pharmacy is conveniently open Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. For more information, call 631-663-3800.

A free business summit will be held at Suffolk County Community College, 533 College Road, Ammerman Campus, Selden (Babylon Student Center, Montauk Room), on Friday, June 24, from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Presented by the Suffolk County Legislature and sponsored by the Suffolk County Alliance of Chambers, the event, titled Charting the Course, will explore

how small businesses in Suffolk County can benefit from economic drivers and push their companies forward.

Hosted by Hon. DuWayne Gregory, presiding officer, Suffolk County Legislature, attendees will hear from a panel of experts and attend breakout sessions with business sector leaders. Local restaurants will showcase their specialties at A Taste of Suffolk. To register, call 631-853-6354.

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Get to know a Long Island winery

by Alex Petroski

Pindar Vineyards 37645 Main Road Peconic 631-734-6200

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The picturesque picnic winery

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It seems in today’s world that any venue meant for social gathering has two hard and fast rules in common with all of the others — no outside food is allowed in, and what’s offered on hand will cost an arm and a leg. It is a truism for concerts, beaches, baseball games and even most vineyards. Pindar Vineyards is a delightful exception to the rule.

Known for its extensive variety of wines, both types and styles, the 37-yearold family-owned vineyard allows visitors to bring in outside food to accompany a day of wine tasting and sightseeing on Pindar’s 500-acre property. It might not seem like a defining feature, but it is a characteristic that paints a broader picture of warmth, accommodation and overall customer service that has been a staple of the vineyard since Dan Damianos founded Pindar in 1979.

“We’re kind of known as that friendly vineyard,” Melissa Martin, who handles public relations for the vineyard, said in an interview in Pindar’s tasting room in Peconic last week.

“Wine is fun. We take it seriously as well,” Martin said. “We take the winemaking seriously. However, we understand people coming out here to visit, we want them to be more relaxed and enjoy it. I like to educate people on the notes that are in the wine. No one should feel uptight about it or afraid to ask questions.”

Damianos passed away in 2014, though his children remain a major part of the vineyard’s day-to-day operations and continue to foster a welcoming atmosphere.

“Dr. Damianos, that was his thing,” Martin said of his friendly demeanor and lifelong dedication to making customers feel like part of the family. “He was always here and talking to everyone and very personable, so we really want to carry that on.”

Pindar’s wines are also known for their approachability. The vineyard offers more than 20 selections currently, with an emphasis on appealing to wine drinkers of varied experience levels. Edward Lovaas is preparing for his sixth harvest as Pindar’s winemaker.

“We have everything from wines on the sweeter side, wines on the dryer side, sparkling, red wines, dessert wines — so I think it’s pretty easy to say someone coming here for the first time, we make it easy for them to select the tasting they want and find a favorite,” Martin said.

The sheer size of Pindar’s tasting room and outdoor seating areas add to its ability to accommodate groups large and small.

Martin said they are welcoming to bridal parties making a stop in a limo to a couple walking in just hoping to try something

Photo by Alex Petroski

Pindar is known for its artistic labels, like its popular Riesling, which features a colorful peacock. new, and everything in between.

Martin described what she envisions as a perfect day at Pindar.

“The perfect day at Pindar is doing a tasting, finding your favorite wine, getting bottles and then finding a spot on the deck or on the pavilion or on the grass,” and that’s where allowing outside food, picnic style, sets Pindar apart, she said.

For Martin the wine of choice on said perfect day would be either Pindar Sauvignon Blanc or Viognier for a white or Syrah in a red. Martin added she has a personal passion for finding the perfect pairing of food to go with each wine Pindar has to offer.

The vineyard frequently hosts events from live music, to visits from food trucks if picnicking isn’t appealing, to an upcoming event that will feature a raw bar and seafood for wine club members. In its wine shop location on Main Street in Port Jefferson, Martin has spearheaded a cupcake and wine-pairing event. Tours are also offered on select dates of the vineyards grounds and bottling facility for those interested in the science of wine.

The end of July is the best time to visit Pindar, according to Martin. Every year its sunflower fields bloom around that time, and this year a professional photo booth will be on hand to snap and print keepsakes for the popular annual attraction.

North Shore residents looking for a relaxing, accommodating wine and food experience should keep Pindar Vineyards in mind, for the sights, tastes and feeling.

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cover story

Stop and See the Roses

Plant- and Flower-Themed Art Exhibit Opens in St. James The artists

mark attebery ross Barbera * arthur Bernstein * stephen Brucker Carol Ceraso * lisa Conway Caryn Coville * Debra Crawford audry Deal-mcEver Granville C. Fairchild * margaret Farr Beverly Fink ingrid Finnan Kathy Folino Elizabeth Fusco * Janice marie Gabriel * Kristine Gaier Kelsey Gallagher Vivian Gattuso * maureen Ginipro * Patricia Greenberg stella Grove Jillian Hauck * Katherine Hiscox * Kathleen Hollan David Jaycox Jr. * lynn Kinsela * amanda lebel Katherine lechler * madeline lovallo Patricia luppino * louis r. mangieri * lucy martin Kelly mcleod Gary mulnix lois Perlman Pat Proniewski Judith scillia irene Paquette Tetrault * monica ray * lynne rivellese * robert roehrig * alisa shea * Gisela skoglund * Gunter stern * susan Tango * Daniel van Benthuysen * Camille Warmington sharon Way-Howard * *Participating long island artists

The Smithtown Township Arts Council will present Of a Botanical Nature at the Mills Pond Gallery, 660 Route 25A, St. James through July 20. Gallery hours are Wednesday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. (closed July 3). Admission is free. For more information, call 631-862-6575 or visit www.stacarts.org.

By Talia amorosano On the sunny afternoon of Saturday, June 18, in conjunction with the beginning of summer, the juried art exhibition, Of a Botanical Nature, organized by the Smithtown Township Arts Council, opened at the Mills Pond House in St. James. For the first time this year, the general public was afforded the opportunity to immerse themselves in a gallery full of art representative of the intricacies of local and nonlocal flora.

The exhibit, which will run through July 20, features 60 works of art from 49 artists, 22 of whom hail from various nonlocal areas of the country including Pennsylvania, Colorado, Texas and California. The remaining 27 represent the Long Island and New York City area.

The works that appear in the show were chosen

by Juror Wendy Hollender, a botanical artist, illustrator and author who currently instructs botanical drawing classes at the New York Botanical Garden in the Bronx. An accomplished illustrator, her work has been published in The New York Times and Good Housekeeping magazine and exhibited at the Royal Botanical Gardens in the UK and the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History.

Regarding Hollender’s selection process, the executive director of STAC, Allison Cruz, said, “She really picked a broad range of artwork based in reality. She was looking more for realism, but she did take a couple of pieces that are more abstract.”

Accordingly, Hollender awarded first and second place to artists whose works exemplify a command of a photorealistic style of portraying traditionally botanical subjects: respectively, Colorado-based artist Patricia Greenberg for her pencil drawing, “The Flower Loves the Rain,” and New York City-based artist Ingrid Finnan for her color illustration, “Blue Hubbard Squash.” These two artists will go on to participate in a winner’s show next year, which will also be held at the Mills Pond House.

Honorable mentions were awarded to Margaret Farr for various botanical illustrations, Gary Mulnix for a larger-than-life wooden sculptural representation of “Lupine” and Lois Perlman for a richly saturated color illustration of a “Parrot Tulip.”

According to Cruz, this exhibit features a particularly wide range of artistic mediums. In addition to two-dimensional works in watercolor, acrylic, oil, wash on paper and colored pencil, the show includes six three-dimensional sculptural works made of bronze, black walnut wood, glass mosaic, steel and clay, among other materials.

Subject matter depicted ranges from close-up, scientific-looking views of individual flowers or plants with monochromatic backgrounds (Kelly McLeod’s “Wilted Alstroemeria,” Kathleen Hollan’s “Autumn Leaves”), to still life images of staged indoor plants (Katherine Hiscox’s “From the Garden,” Granville C. Fairchild’s “Reaching to Heaven”), to garden landscapes (Pat Proniewski’s “Morning Azaleas,” Carol Ceraso’s “Spring Affair”), to abstract representations of natural subjects (Lisa Conway’s “Grey Swan,” Arthur Bernstein’s “Sprout”).

However, all of the pieces in some way reflect the organic spontaneity of life in the natural world within the ordered structures of scientific classification, together forming a show that fosters an appreciation for the small examples of natural beauty that often go unnoticed in our day-to-day lives.

Cruz said, “There are a lot of watercolors by the nature of most of the flower illustrations, but it really is a broad range … I have everything in this show except photography and digital art. It’s a beautiful mix of media.”

Photo from Gallery North

‘Fire island Bridge,’ 2012, by ray Germann

Bridges exhibit opens at Gallery North

Images from STAC

Top, ‘Camellia,’Watercolor, by lynn Kinsella of Brookhaven; above, ‘Cactus Flower,’ oil on Canvas, by louis r. mangieri of mount sinai; below, ‘‘lily,’ oil on linen Board, by Daniel van Benthuysen of Huntington

Image from STAC

On the cover: ‘Dahlia sunrise,’ Transparent Watercolor, by alisa shea of northport

Gallery North, 90 North Country Road, Setauket, will present Bridges, an exhibition of paintings, drawings, prints and photographs of impressive and simple structures created by designers and engineers from June 23 to July 8.

A bridge as a support system provides passage over physical obstacles both in reality and in concept. Bridges are created for the public, and because of that, the design of a bridge, created to serve the public interest, must be efficient, economical, and as elegant as possible.

In addition to efficiency of the structure, a bridge must be well designed and often reflects the personal expression of the designer. Works presented in this exhibition reinforce the idea that bridges have a strong impact on our history and environment.

Each of the 39 local and regional artists included in this exhibition has created a personal interpretation and point of view. Artists include Saul Addison, Brady Ambro, Ellie Berger, Renee Blank, May Brandt, Ana Castro, Stephanie Costanzo, Tad Day, Scott Farrell, Anna Fredericks, Essie Freilach, Ray Germann, Ruth Gitto, Richard Green, Jim Kelson, Jacques LeBlanc, Kathleen E. Lee, Albert Lorenz, Antonio Masi, Kathleen McArdle, Mike McLaughlin, Richard Meek, Paula Pelletier, Joseph Rotella, Jim Sabiston, Oscar Santiago, Nick Savides, Neil Scholl, Chris Semergeff, Tony Serio, James Slezak, Judith Stone, Robert Stone, Angela Stratton, Natsuko Takami, Jeff Urkhart, Mary Waka, Debbie Wells and Laura Westlake.

An artist reception, generously sponsored by Stephanie Gress, will be held on Thursday, June 23, from 5 to 7 p.m.

For further information, call

631-751-2676 or visit www. gallerynorth.org.

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This week in hisTory June 23

1955: Walt Disney’s “Lady and the Tramp” released 1974: First extraterrestrial message sent from Earth into space

June 24

1901: First exhibit by Pablo Picasso, at age 19, opens in Paris 1939: Pan Am’s first U.S. to England flight

1863: General Lee orders his forces to concentrate near Gettysburg 1891: National Forest Service organized

One of the things that a gardener needs to do is to identify fungi on plants and take appropriate steps to control the fungi (if possible) if it is detrimental to the plant.

But not all fungi will kill plants. Some just make the plant look bad. And some actually are beneficial.

In the past, I’ve had several trees which didn’t survive because of fungus. My beautiful mimosa trees died due to a fungus (mimosa wilt) which could not be stopped at the time. Leaves turned yellow in midsummer and dropped. The tree never sprouted the following growing season.

The trees literally died within a few weeks.

A rust killed a mountain ash I had. I was really disappointed, and missed the beautiful orange berries the tree bore and which persisted on the tree well into winter.

Mountain ash is a native of North America and has white flowers in spring.

Cedar apple rust can also be found on trees on Long Island. It particularly attacks cedar, apple and crabapple trees.

The fruiting body develops as a brownish growth on the tree. Then orange tentacles emerge from the growth. The rust is not fatal to the tree but definitely unsightly, almost looking like something out of a sci-fi movie. Remove the growth making sure to sterilize gardening tools afterwards, so as not to spread the pathogen to other trees.

Now for some generalities on fungal diseases and their prevention: ■ First of all, weak plants are more prone to getting a fungal disease than strong ones. So, make sure you feed and water your plants appropriately.

■ Plants that are crowded with no air circulation are also more prone to fungal diseases.

■ It’s better to water plants at ground level, especially in the evening, so leaves don’t stay wet overnight. A drip irrigation system works well sending water to the roots and not the leaves.

■ Look for fungus-resistant plants such as rust resistant apple and crabapple trees, tomatoes which are resistant to tomato

Ellen Barcel is a freelance writer and master gardener. Send your gardening questions to leisure@tbrnewspapers.com. To reach Cornell Cooperative Extension and its Master Gardener program, call 631-727-7850.

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blight, roses resistant to black spot, etc.

The tomato blight, for example, will prevent you from getting a decent crop of tomatoes. So this one definitely falls in the bad category.

■ Know that some trees are prone to the fungal disease anthracnose, but generally it is more unsightly, than dangerous.

Maples and catalpas in particular develop it in humid weather. The leaves look like they are covered with a white power. Unless the tree is very old and weak it will usually survive with no treatment at all.

So, this is a case of ugly, but not really dangerous. When anthracnose develops on the native dogwood (Cornus florida), however, it is much more serious. This is why some recommend planting other varieties of dogwood.

■ Replace plants that are prone to fungal diseases with those with similar attributes but which don’t contract certain diseases. For example, impatiens in recent years have been attacked by a fungus. They are annuals that do well and bring color to shady areas. Instead, plant coleus which are also annuals that do well and bring color to shady areas but are not prone to fungal diseases.

■ If you see a fungus growing on a live tree, check out that tree carefully. Usually large fungi only grow on dead or dying trees. I missed this important sign a number of years ago. An enormous section of one of my maple trees broke off the tree and landed across the street. An arborist gave me the bad news that my tree was dying and needed to be removed. I now check periodically to see if any large fungi are growing on my trees.

Now for the good: Some edible fungi, such as chicken fungi (Chicken of the Woods, Laetiporus sulphureus), grow on dead or dying trees or tree stumps. Be very careful here, as most fungi are not safe to eat. Make sure you check this out with an expert. Also, fungi with large, visible fruiting bodies help to break down dead wood, i.e., the cycle of nature, returning nutrients to the soil. Toad stools growing in the grass help to break down organic matter as well.

June 28

1975: Cher divorces Sonny Bono 1977: Elvis Presley’s last performance, in Indianapolis

Fungus on trees, shrubs and annuals The good, the bad and the ugly

1969: Police raid Stonewall Gay Bar in Greenwich Village, NYC, causing a riot of about 400 to 1,000 patrons that lasts 3 days

1997: Christies auctions off Princess Diana’s clothing for $5.5 million

June 26 Left photo by Ellen Barcel, right photo courtesy of the Missouri Botanical Garden

June 27

1917: Treaty of Versailles signed in France, ending World War I President Johnson authorizes 1965 first U.S. ground combat forces in Vietnam

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From left, fungus on dead tree stumps helps to break down the dead wood, returning the nutrients to the soil; orange ‘tentacles’ emerge from the cedar apple rust fungus.

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Thursday 23 Tide Mill Tour

The Huntington Historical Society will hold a tour of the 1795 Van Wyck-Lefferts Tide Mill at 1:15 p.m. $15, $10 members. Reservations required by calling 427-7045, ext. 404.

Community Yard Sale

Heritage Park, 633 Mount Sinai-Coram Road, Mount Sinai will host a Community Yard Sale with live entertainment every Thursday evening from 5 to 8 p.m., weather permitting, through Aug. 25. Musical guests this Thursday will be the Antiquity Quartet. For further information, call 509-0882.

Traditional Nature Walk

...and dates June 23 t0 June 30, 2016

Caumsett State Historic Park, 25 Lloyd Harbor Road, Huntington will host an adult Traditional Nature Walk from 3 to 5 p.m. Take a slow walk (approximately 1 mile) exploring nature in the woods and tall grass meadow in the northwestern section of the park. $4. Advance registration required by calling 423-1770.

Chamber Music at the Library

Emma S. Clark Memorial Library, 120 Main St., Setauket will welcome members of the Stony Brook Chamber Ensemble for a free chamber music concert in the beautiful setting of the original 1892 building from 2 to 3 p.m. No need to register. Just stroll in. Call 981-4080.

Sunday Street Concert

Job Fair

The Long Island Museum, 1200 Route 25A, Stony Brook, in conjunction with the Greater Port Jefferson-Northern Brookhaven Arts Council and WUSB-FM Radio, will welcome Tom Russell in concert at 5 p.m. in the Gillespie Room in the Carriage Museum. Advance sale tickets are $35 through Friday, June 25, $40 at the door, cash only. For more information, call 632-1093.

The Town of Brookhaven will hold a Job Fair at Town Hall, 1 Independence Hill, Farmingville from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Bring your resume and be ready to speak with prospective employers.

Representatives from more than 30 companies will be present. For a complete list, visit www. jobhaven.org. Free admission. For more information, call 451-6563.

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Summer Arts Festival

Saints Philip and James Festival

Monday 27

The 51st annual Huntington Summer Arts Festival at Heckscher Park, 2 Prime Ave., Huntington will continue with a performance by singer/songwriter Rita Coolidge on the Chapin Rainbow Stage at 8:30 p.m. Featuring standards, jazz classics and originals. Free. For more information, call 271-8423 or visit www. huntingtonarts.org.

The Long Island Museum, 1200 Route 25A, Stony Brook will welcome singer/songwriter Dar Williams for an outdoor concert at 6 p.m.

Presented in collaboration with the Greater Port Jefferson-Northern Brookhaven Arts Council, the Sunday Street Concert series and WUSB-FM Radio. Bring a blanket or chair for seating. Held rain or shine. Tickets are $40 each, $35 members. To order, call 751-0066.

Saints Philip and James Church, 1 Carow Place, St. James will host a Family Festival today from 6 to 10 p.m., June 24 and 25 from 6 to 11 p.m. and June 26 from 5 to 9 p.m. Rides, games, food. Free admission; pay-one-price rides. Call 584-5454 for further information.

Friday 24 Saints Philip and James Festival See June 23 listing.

Brown Bag Sale

Commack Methodist Thrift Shoppe, 486 Townline Road, Commack will hold a Brown Bag Sale from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fill a provided paper grocery bag with clothing, purses and shoes and pay only $5. Questions? Call 499-7311.

Happenings on Main Street

The Northport Arts Coalition will welcome Allen Santoriello (folk, rock, Americana) in concert at the Northport Village Park Patio at the Dock at 7 p.m. as part of its Happenings on Main Street series. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Dogs permitted. Free. Inclement weather cancels. Visit www.northportarts.org for further information.

Live Jazz in Stony Brook

The Jazz Loft, 275 Christian Ave., Stony Brook will present the LIU Long Island Sound Ensemble in concert at noon and the Bill Rignola Quartet in concert at 7 p.m. Tickets for each event are $20 adults, $15 seniors, $10 students, children 12 and under free. For reservations, visit www.thejazzloft.org or call 751-1895.

Book signing

Book Revue, 313 New York Ave., Huntington will welcome Iraq War veteran Luis Carlos Montalván and his service dog Tuesday who will be speaking and signing copies of their new book, “Tuesday Takes Me There: The Healing Journey of a Veteran and His Service Dog,” at 7 p.m. Call 271-1442.

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Summer Arts Festival: Rita Coolidge will appear in concert on the Chapin Rainbow Stage in Heckscher Park in Huntington on June 26.

Musical Moments in Kings Park

Harmonic Asylum will give a concert at Russ Savatt Park on Main Street in Kings Park at 7:30 p.m. as part of the summer concert series, Musical Moments. Bring a lawn chair. Weather permitting. Free. For additional information, call 269-6160.

Poets in Port

Cafe Portofino, 249 Main St., Northport will host a Poets in Port evening at 7:30 p.m. Featured poet will be David Lawton. An open mic will follow. Visit www.northportarts.org.

Saturday 25 Saints Philip and James Festival See June 23 listing.

Exploring the Seashore

Nissequogue River State Park, 799 St. Johnland Road, Kings Park will hold a program, Exploring the Seashore, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Visit the water’s edge to explore life in and around the Sound. Bring sunscreen, a towel and water shoes. $4 adults, $3 children. Advance registration required by calling 581-1072.

The Sixties Show

Be transported back to the ’60s as The Smithtown Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E. Main St., Smithtown presents The Sixties Show at 8 p.m. The band features former members of Bob Dylan’s, Roger Water’s (Pink Floyd) Ray and Dave Davies (The Kinks) bands and current members of legendary multiplatinum pop superstars The

Smithereens. Tickets are $40. To order, call 7243700 or visit www.smithtownpac.org.

Summer Arts Festival

The 51st annual Huntington Summer Arts Festival at Heckscher Park, 2 Prime Ave., Huntington kicks off with a performance by singer/songwriter Ann Hampton Callaway on the Chapin Rainbow Stage at 8:30 p.m. Featuring standards, jazz classics and originals. Free. The festival continues through Aug. 14. For more information, call 2718423 or visit www.huntingtonarts.org.

Sunday 26 Saints Philip and James Festival See June 23 listing.

Yoga Day Celebration

From 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. the Meadow Club, 1147 Route 112, Port Jefferson Station will host a free Yoga Day Celebration with free classes and activities from meditation, pranayama, beginner/intermediate/advanced yoga, children’s yoga and more. Bring your own yoga mat. To RSVP, call 928-3800.

Northport Garden Tour

The Northport Historical Society will host its seasonal garden tour, Summer Splendor: The Gardens of Northport from noon to 4 p.m. featuring a self-guided tour of residential gardens, from classic to contemporary, in the Northport area. Refreshments will be included at several locations. Admission is $31, $26 members. To purchase tickets, visit www.northporthistorical. org/events. For more information, call 757-9859.

Book Revue, 313 New York Ave., Huntington will welcome Olympic gold medalist, famed wrestling coach and author Dan Gable who will be speaking and signing copies of his new book, “A Wrestling Life: The Inspiring Stories of Dan Gable,” at 7 p.m. Call 271-1442.

Harbormen Chorus concert

The Harbormen A Cappella Chorus will celebrate its first “Re3ady, Set, Sing!” graduating class with a mini-concert/guest night at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship Hall, 380 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook at 7:30 p.m. All are welcome. Refreshments will be served. Admission is free. For more information, call David at 516-658-7581.

Tuesday 28 Board ‘Walk’ Your Way to Wellness

Health professionals from St. Catherine of Siena Medical Center in Smithtown will be at the Sunken Meadow Park boardwalk entrance in Kings Park at 5 p.m. to promote walking and to provide screenings and health information.

Group walk at 5:30 p.m. Call 870-3444 for further information.

Needleworkers meeting

The Suffolk County Chapter of The Embroiderers’ Guild of America will hold its monthly meeting at Half Hollow Hills Community Library, 55 Vanderbilt Parkway, Dix Hills at 7 p.m. All levels welcome. No charge to attend the first meeting. For more information, call 423-3738.

Book signing

Book Revue, 313 New York Ave., Huntington will welcome former New York Met Great Lenny Dykstra who will be signing copies of his new memoir, “House of Nails: A Memoir of Life on the Edge,” at 7 p.m. Call 271-1442.

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

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Rock Legends Live!

The Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington will present “Judy Garland: Celebrating a Legend,” an educational lecture by Bill Shelley, at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $15, $10 members includes reception. Call 423-7611.

Wednesday 29 St. Anthony’s Family Festival

St. Anthony of Padua Parish will hold its annual Family Feast and Festival today and June 30 from 6 to 11 p.m., July 1 and 2 from 6 to 11:30 p.m. and July 3 from 3 to 9 p.m. at Trinity Regional School, 1025 Fifth Ave., E. Northport. Featuring rides, games, food, fireworks on June 29 and July 2 and much more. Free admission. Call 499-6824 for further details.

Summer concert

The VA Medical Center, 79 Middleville Road, Northport will welcome Danny Kean (jazz/ soul) in concert in the Vietnam Vets Memorial Garden at 6:30 p.m. Rain location: VA Auditorium, Building 5. Free. For additional information, call 261-4400.

Book signing

Book Revue, 313 New York Ave., Huntington will welcome No. 1 New York Times best-selling author Emily Giffin who will be speaking and signing copies of her newest novel, “First Comes Love,” at 7 p.m. Call 271-1442.

Summer Arts Festival

The 51st annual Huntington Summer Arts Festival at Heckscher Park, 2 Prime Ave., Huntington will continue with a performance by the Huntington Community Band on the Chapin Rainbow Stage at 8:30 p.m. Featuring standards, jazz classics and originals. Free. For more information, call 271-8423 or visit www. huntingtonarts.org.

Thursday 30 St. Anthony’s Family Festival See June 29 listing.

Mid-Summer Night Dance

Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport will host a Mid-Summer Night Dance from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. featuring the Bachata by Alfred Pena of Rhythmology with a performance by the Rhythmology Kids. Tickets are $25 in advance at www.vanderbiltmuseum.org, $30 at the door, includes light dinner fare. Questions?

Call 854-5579.

Summer Sounds

Celebrating its 58th summer season, the Northport Community Band, under the direction of Don Sherman, will present a free concert, America the Musical, at the Robert W. Krueger Bandstand in Northport Village Park at 8:30 p.m.

Featuring an Armed Forces Salute in collaboration with American Legion Post 694, patriotic favorites and light classics. Rain location: Northport High School, 154 Laurel Road, Northport. For further information, call 261-6972.

Summer Arts Festival

The 51st annual Huntington Summer Arts Festival at Heckscher Park, 2 Prime Ave., Huntington will continue with a performance by the Huntington Mens Chorus on the Chapin Rainbow Stage at 8:30 p.m. Featuring standards, jazz classics and originals. Free. For more information, call 271-8423 or visit www.huntingtonarts.org.

Theater ‘Shrek the Musical’

Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson will present “Shrek the Musical” on the Mainstage through June 25. Fun for the whole family.

Tickets range from $15 to $30. To order, call 928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

‘Thoroughly Modern Millie’

The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport will present the Tony-award-winning musical “Thoroughly Modern Millie” through July 10. Tickets range from $69 to $74. To order, call 261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.

Disney’s ‘The Little Mermaid’

The Noel S. Ruiz Theatre at the CM Performing Arts Center, 931 Montauk Highway, Oakdale will present Disney’s “The Little Mermaid” through July 9. Tickets range from $18 to $29.

To order, call 218-2810 or visit www.cmpac.com.

Summer Shakespeare Festival

Arena Players Repertory Theater Company will present “Romeo and Juliet” in the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum Courtyard from July 1 to 31 and “Taming of the Shrew” from Aug. 3 to 31 on Wednesdays and Fridays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15. To order, call 516-293-0674.

Long Island Shakespeare Festival

Suffolk County Community College, Ammerman Campus, 533 College Road, Selden will present “The Three Musketeers” outdoors (bring a lawn chair) from July 7 to 9 and 14 to 16 at 8 p.m. and indoors on July 10 and 17 at 2 p.m. Free. Call 451-4163 or visit www.lishakes. org for more information.

‘Hairspray’

Smithtown Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E. Main St., Smithtown will present the Tonyaward-winning musical “Hairspray” from July 9 to Aug. 28. Tickets are $35. To order, call 7243700 or visit www.smithtownpac.org.

‘Mamma Mia!’

Fall in love with the songs of ABBA all over again as The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport presents “Mamma Mia!” from July 21 to Sept. 11. Tickets range from $71 to $76. To order, call 261-2900.

‘Wait Until Dark’

The Minstrel Players will present “Wait Until Dark” at Houghton Hall, Trinity Episcopal Church, 130 Main St., Northport on July 23 and 30 at 8 p.m. and July 24 and 31 at 3 p.m.

Tickets are $20 adults, $15 seniors and children 12 and under. To order, call 516-557-1207 or visit www.minstrelplayersinc.org.

‘West Side Story’

The CM Performing Arts Center, 931 Montauk Highway, Oakdale will present “West Side Story” from July 30 to Aug. 28. Tickets range from $18 to $29. To order, call 218-2810 or visit www.cmpac.com.

‘The Sisters Rosensweig”

From Aug. 12 to 28, Bare Bones Theater Company, 57 Main St., Northport will present “The Sisters Rosensweig,” a play by Wendy Wasserstein. Tickets are $25. To order, call 757-9616 or 1-800-838-3006.

‘Rent’

The Smithtown Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E. Main St., Smithtown will present “Rent,” Jonathan Larson’s 1996 rock opera set in New York City’s East Village, from Sept. 10 to Oct. 2. Tickets are $35 adults, $28 seniors, $20 students. To order, call 724-3700 or visit www. smithtownpac.org.

Film ‘Seven Brides for Seven Brothers’

The Smithtown Historical Society, 239 E. Main St., Smithtown will present an outdoor screening of “Seven Brides for Seven Brothers” on June 24 at 7:30 p.m. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. $10 per carload. Call 265-6768 for further information.

‘Clueless’

As part of its Cult Cafe series, the Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington will screen “Clueless” on June 25 at 10 p.m. Tickets are $5, $4 members. Call 423-7611 for further information.

‘Escape Fire’

The Harvard Club and Penn Club will present a screening of “Escape Fire: The Fight to Rescue American Healthcare” at the Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington on June 26 at 11:15 a.m. followed by a panel discussion.

Bagel brunch at 10:30 a.m. $20, $15 members.

Call 423-7611.

Movie night: The Smithtown Historical Society will screen ‘Seven Brides for Seven Brothers’ under the stars on June 24.

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Farmers markets East Setauket A farmers market will be held in the field next to the Three Village Historical Society, 93 N. Country Road, East Setauket every Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. through Oct. 29. Questions? Call 516551-8461.

Holbrook The Sunrise Craft & Farmers Market will be held in the Sunvet Mall parking lot, 5801 Sunrise Highway, Holbrook from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday through Nov. 6. For details, call 631-667-3976.

Holtsville A farmers market will be held at the Holtsville Ecology Site, 249 Buckley Road, Holtsville from 2 to 7 p.m. every Friday through Sept. 2. Call 516-5518461 for more information.

Huntington The Huntington Center Farmers Market will be held at 238 Main Street, Huntington every Sunday from 7 a.m. to noon through Nov. 20. Call 631-3233653 for further information.

Kings Park A farmers market will be held in the municipal lot at the corner of Route 25A and Main St., Kings Park every Sunday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. through Nov. 20.

Questions? Call 516-543-6033 or visit www.ligreenmarket.org.

Mount Sinai The Rose Caracappa Senior Center, 739 Route 25A, Mount Sinai will host a farmers market every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. through Oct. 29. Questions? Call 516-551-8461.

Nesconset The Nesconset Plaza, 127 Smithtown Blvd., Nesconset will host a farmers market on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. through Nov. 16. Call 516-543-6033 or visit www.ligreenmarket.org.

Northport A farmers market will be held in Northport in the Cow Harbor parking lot on the harbor every Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon through Nov. 19 (except Sept. 17, Cow Harbor Day), rain or shine. For additional information, call 631-754-3905.

Port Jefferson The Village of Port Jefferson will host a farmers market in the parking lot next to The Frigate at the corner of Main Street and Broadway every Sunday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. through November. Call 516-551-8461. From July 14 to Sept.

29 a farmers market will be held on Thursdays in the Steam Room parking lot on the corner of Main Street and E. Broadway from 10 a.m. to 4:40 p.m.

Questions? Call 631-323-3653.

Rocky Point The Rocky Point Farmers & Artisans Market will be held at Old Depot Park, 115 Prince Road, Rocky Point every Sunday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. through Nov. 20. For more information, visit www. rockypointfarmersmarket.org.

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Knowledge seeKers

CSHL’s Vakoc taps into bacterial system to battle cancer

By Daniel Dunaief We create buildings that climb into a sky crowded with airplanes and supersonic jets. We harness the energy of the atom, design intricate artwork, compose and perform inspirational music, travel miles below the surface of the ocean and send satellites deep into space. Sometimes, we tap into unlikely sources to learn new ways to improve our lives, even in the fight to understand and attack cancer.

Bacteria have been battling against viruses for so long that they have evolved to disarm these intruders. The bacterial immune system uses a gene-editing system called CRISPR. Researchers have taken some of the CRISPR machinery from bacteria and are using it in human cells. CRISPR was named the American Association for the Advancement of Science’s Breakthrough of the Year for 2015.

Using a bacterial enzyme called Cas9, which isn’t found naturally in Spotlighting discoveries at humans but (1) Cold Spring Harbor Lab can be used (2) Stony Brook University in our genetic (3) Brookhaven National Lab code, scientists can edit out DNA that contributes to the proliferation of cancer.

Christopher Vakoc, an associate professor at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, has used his expertise with CRISPR to study cancer.

Starting in the fall of 2014, he and Charles Keller, the scientific director at Children’s Cancer Therapy Development Institute in Oregon, collaborated to study the disease rhabdomyosarcoma, a rare form of deadly pediatric cancer of the connective tissue that typically involves muscle cells attached to bones. Vakoc’s lab is using CRISPR to discover new vulnerabilities in RMS. At this point, Keller has found a potential treatment in animal models that shows positive results, while Vakoc has determined how that specific drug is working.

They have submitted their work for publication in a scientific journal and are awaiting word back from reviewers.

Starting this fall, Vakoc will add Ph.D. scientist Bryan Lanning, who will try and identify new targets in RMS using CRISPR. “It’s great to contribute more resources to this effort,” Vakoc said.

In an email, Keller detailed how “we have more insight into how the drug for rhabdomyosarcoma works.” He credits Eric Wang from Vakoc’s lab for contributing “instrumental” results to the early findings. Keller is “grateful for the support of [Vakoc’s] lab and the collaboration it empowers.”

At the same time, Vakoc’s lab continues to work in an area where they have made some breakthroughs with CRISPR, on a site called BRD4. Collaborating with several other labs, Vakoc showed that chemical inhibition of BRD4 provides a therapeutic

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Northport Garden Tour The Northport Historical Society will present its seasonal garden tour, a “perennial” favorite, on Sunday, June 26, from noon to 4 p.m. The event, titled Summer Splendor: The Gardens of Northport, will feature a self-guided tour of seven beautiful residential gardens in the Northport area from the classic to the contemporary. Refreshments will be included at several locations.

This year’s raffle baskets include such items as brunch for two at Danford’s Wave Restaurant in Port Jefferson, dinner for two at Barney’s in Locust Valley, nursery gift certificates, unique plants and more. Admission is $26 for members and $31 for nonmembers. To purchase tickets, visit www.northporthistorical.org/events, or visit their office at 215 Main Street in the village of Northport. For more information, call 631-757-9859.

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Right, Christopher Vakoc; above, Vakoc in his lab at Cold Spring Harbor laboratory

benefit in mouse models of leukemia, which has led to clinical trials in humans. Using a drug called JQ1, scientists have generated positive results with humans in Phase I of the Food and Drug Administration’s process for therapeutic approval.

“Some of the patients at tolerated doses have had complete remission,” he said. He called those early findings “encouraging.”

A major area of focus, Vakoc explained, involves continuing to try to understand on a molecular level how these drugs are working and why BRD4 is a drug target. “It was not clear in the beginning, but we are slowly revealing the special properties of BRD4,” he said.

As the tests move into the next stage, called Phase 2, an important question in order for this therapy to work, Vakoc said, is to anticipate “how we are going to overcome these resistant states.”

While he doesn’t have an answer yet, he said, he hopes a combination of agents can be more active than any one treatment individually. “A lot of what we’ve been doing, while we are waiting for clinical trials to get under way, is to study resistance and therapies in animal and culture models,” Vakoc said.

Vakoc and Johannes Zuber, a group leader at the Research Institute of Molecular Pathology in Vienna, Austria, recently published a paper in which they outlined how some cells become resistant through nongenetic changes. As they described, the cells are rewiring gene expression without introducing new DNA. A cell can evolve to this new state, Vakoc said. In the battle to defeat the disease, this requires a readiness to defeat what he expects will be some level of resistance to this new treatment.

The inhibitors Vakoc and Zuber have worked on have “very broad and desired activity,” but to find a cure “we have to find effective combination therapies,” explained Zuber, who collaborated on BRD4 projects at Cold Spring Harbor when he

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was a postdoctoral researcher in Scott Lowe’s lab as early as 2008.

“Assuming that cancer drugs can be well-tolerated enough to be combined and administered as chronic therapy, I hold out hope that we can combine numerous agents and apply them upfront, based on information in the lab and real-life information from patients,” Vakoc said. This could mean a cocktail of three, four or five well-tolerated drugs that he hopes won’t increase chemotherapy toxicity.

In an email, Zuber wrote that Vakoc’s CRISPR system will allow systematic CRISPR screens that point toward domains and identify structures for drug development.

Vakoc lives on campus at CSHL with his wife Camila Dos Santos, who studies epigenetic changes that occur after pregnancy.

The couple is collaborating in their research.

“CRISPR technology is useful for all biologists and my wife is no exception,” he said.

As for his own work, Vakoc expressed an appreciation for the scientific tools bacteria are providing.“Biologists have always been learning from naturally occurring mechanisms used by various organisms” and using them to approach a range of challenges, Vakoc explained.

Stony Brook University’s Department of Music will offer an African Drumming Workshop on Tuesday, July 5, from 10 a.m. to noon. Experience hands-on the pleasure of participating in an African musical idiom from the Gbe-speaking peoples of West Africa with Stony Brook music instructor Faith Conant as you play the drums, rattles and bells and sing, clap and dance. Open to all. $30 course fee. For ages 18 and older. No previous experience required. Deadline to apply is July 1. For more information, call 631-632-7313 or email communitymusic@!stonybrook.edu.

Spaghetti Fundraiser The Port Jefferson Fire House, 115 Maple Place, Port Jefferson, will host a Spaghetti Fundraiser held by Eagle Scout candidate Sage Hardy on Sunday, July 17, from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Proceeds will be used to pay for materials for Sage’s Eagle Scout project at the Village of Port Jefferson outdoor basketball court. Tickets are $10 adults, $4 seniors, children and Scouts and includes spaghetti, meatballs, bread, salad and brownies.

Tickets may be purchased in advance by calling 1-901-218-8792 or at the door on July 17.

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Religious ASSEMBLIES OF GOD

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

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

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

BYZANTINE CATHOLIC RESURRECTION BYZANTINE CATHOLIC CHURCH

38 Mayflower Avenue, Smithtown NY 11787 631–759–6083 resurrectionsmithtown@gmail.com www.resurrectionsmithtown.org Father Tyler A. Strand, Administrator, Joseph S. Durko, Cantor Divine Liturgy: Sundays at 10:30 am Holy Days: See website or phone for information Sunday School alternate Sundays at 9:15 am Adult Faith Formation/Bible Study: Mondays at 7:00 pm.

PrayerAnon Prayer Group for substance addictions, Wednesdays at 7 pm A Catholic Church of the Eastern Rite under the Eparchy of Passaic.

CATHOLIC CHURCH OF ST. GERARD MAJELLA 300 Terryville Road, Port Jefferson Station (631) 473–2900 • Fax (631) 473–0015

www.stgmajella.org Rev. Gennaro DiSpigno, Pastor Office of Christian Formation • 928–2550 We celebrate Eucharist Saturday evening 5 pm, Sunday 7:30, 9 and 11 am Weekday Mass Monday–Friday 9 am We celebrate Baptism Third weekend of each month during any of our weekend Masses We celebrate Marriage Arrangements can be made at the church with our Pastor or Deacon We celebrate Penance Confession is celebrated on Saturdays from 4–5 pm We celebrate You! Visit Our Thrift Shop Mon. – Fri. 10 am–4 pm + Sat. 10 am–2 pm

INFANT JESUS ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH 110 Myrtle Ave., Port Jefferson, NY 11777 (631) 473-0165 • Fax (631) 331-8094

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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 Religious Education: (631) 928-0447 Parish Outreach: (631) 331-6145

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

Mission Statement: In faith we come together to celebrate the Eucharist as a Parish Family; and as a Catholic community of faith, we are sent to be Christ to the world around us.

Rev. James-Patrick Mannion, Pastor Rev. Daniel Opoku-Mensah, Associate Rev. Jon Fitzgerald, In Residence Weekday Masses: Monday – Saturday 8:00 am Weekend Masses: Saturday Vigil 5:00 pm Sunday 8:00am, 9:30 am (family), 11:30 am (choir), 6:00 pm (Youth) Office Hours: Monday–Thursday 9:00 am – 2:00 pm, Friday 9:00 am – 12:00 pm, Saturday 9:00 am – 2:00 pm Baptisms: Sundays at 1:30 pm (except during Lent) Reconciliation: Saturdays 4:00 – 4:45 pm or by appointment Anointing Of The Sick: by request Holy Matrimony: contact the office at least 9 months before desired date

CONGREGATIONAL MT. SINAI CONGREGATIONAL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST

233 North Country Road, Mt. Sinai • (631) 473–1582 www.mtsinaichurchli.org “No matter who you are or where you are on life’s journey, you are welcome here” Our Summer Schedule starts June 5th Sunday Services at 10:00 am Sunday School and Childcare offered at 10:00 am open to all children (infants to 8th grade).

We are an Open and Affirming Congregation.

CONTEMPORARY CHRISTIAN CHURCH CROSSOVER CHRISTIAN CHURCH Finding Faith As A Way of Life

Meeting at the Heritage Community Center 633 Mt. Sinai Coram Rd., Mt. Sinai (631)734-0204

www.crossoverchristianchurch.com Pastor Lesaya Kelly Weekly Schedule: Sunday Worship w/Children’s Church 9:30 - 11am We offer weekly small groups and monthly meetings for men and women.

Sunday 6/26, 6 year anniversary featuring Gracious Vine leading worship followed by a complimentary BBQ at Indian Island Pavilion, Riverhead starting at 1 pm.

We exist to love God with everything we have. We are a small, vibrant community reaching out to our world with love in action.

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

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

www.allsouls–stonybrook.org • allsoulsepiscopalchurch@verizon.net Please come and welcome our new Priests: The Rev. Dr. Richard Visconti, Priest–In–Charge The Rev. Farrell D. Graves, Priest Associate Sunday Holy Eucharist: 8 and 9:30 am Religious instruction for children follows the 9:30 am Service This is a small eclectic Episcopal congregation that has a personal touch. We welcome all regardless of where you are on your spiritual journey. Walk with us.

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CAROLINE CHURCH OF BROOKHAVEN The Rev. Cn. Dr. Richard D. Visconti, Rector

1 Dyke Road on the Village Green, Setauket Web site: www.carolinechurch.net Parish Office email: office@carolinechurch.net (631) 941–4245 Summer Sunday Services: 8:00 am, 10:00 am Camp Caroline for chhildren at 10:00 am Weekday Holy Eucharist’s: Thursday 12:00 pm Youth, Music and Service Programs offered Let God walk with you as part of our family–friendly community.

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

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

It is the mission of the people of Christ Church to grow in our relationship with Jesus Christ and to make his love known to all through our lives and ministry.

We at Christ Church are a joyful, welcoming community. Wherever you are in your journey of life we want to be part of it.

EVANGELICAL THREE VILLAGE CHURCH Knowing Christ...Making Him Known

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

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

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 - Devine Liturgy 10 am Services conducted in both Greek & English* Books available to follow in English* Sunday Catechism School, 10:15 am - 11:15 am* Greek Language School, Tuesdays 5 pm - 8 pm* Bible Study & Adult Catechism Classes Available* Golden Age & Youth Groups* Thrift Store* Banquet Hall available for Rental* For information please call Church office*

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

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Religious JEWISH CHABAD AT STONY BROOK “Judaism with a smile”

Future site: East side of Nicolls Rd, North of Rte 347 –Next to Fire Dept.

Current location: 821 Hawkins Ave., Lake Grove

(631) 585–0521 • (800) My–Torah • www.ChabadSB.com Rabbi Chaim & Rivkie Grossbaum Rabbi Motti & Chaya Grossbaum Rabbi Sholom B. & Chanie Cohen Membership Free •Weekday, Shabbat & Holiday Services Highly acclaimed Torah Tots Preschool • Afternoon Hebrew School Camp Gan Israel • Judaica Publishing Department • Lectures and Seminars • Living Legacy Holiday Programs Jewish Learning Institute Friendship Circle for Special Needs Children • The CTeen Network N’shei Chabad Women’s Club • Cyberspace Library www.ChabadSB.com Chabad at Stony Brook University – Rabbi Adam & Esther Stein

CORAM JEWISH CENTER

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

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

“THE ETERNAL FLAME–THE ETERNAL LIGHT” Weekly Channel #20 at 11:30 am Shabbat Morning Services 9 am Free Membership. No building fund.

Free Hebrew School. Bar/Bat Mitzvah Shabbat and Holiday Services followed by hot buffet. Adult Education Institute. Women’s Education Group–Internationally prominent Lecturers and Women’s Torah Class. Adult Bar/Bat Mitzvah. Kaballah Classes. Jewish Holiday Institute. Tutorials for all ages.

Member, National Council of Young Israel a world–wide organization.

All welcome regardless of knowledge or observance level.

KEHILLAT CHOVEVEI TZION KCT 764 Route 25A, just east of Nicolls Road P.O. Box 544, East Setauket, NY 11733 (631) 689-0257 • www.kct.org

HERMAN WERNER, PRESIDENT

We invite all those who are interested in experiencing traditional non-eglaitarian services in the conservative mode. We are run solely by lay-people. Searching for your tradition? Daven with us at KCT, the little shul with tam!

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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

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 email: hopelutheran@msn.com • website: www.hopeluth.com Holy Communion is celebrated every week Saturdays 5 pm Sundays at 8, 9:30, and 11am Service of Prayers for Healing on the first weekend of each month at all services Children and Youth Ministries Sparklers (ages 3-11) Saturdays 5 pm Sunday School (ages 3-11) 9:30 am Kid’s Club (ages 4-10) Wednesdays 4:15 pm Teen Ministry (ages 11-16) Saturdays 3 pm

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

Member United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism.

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

MESSIAH LUTHERAN CHURCH PRESCHOOL & DAYCARE 465 Pond Path, East Setauket (631)751-1775

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

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

Rev. Sandra B. Mantz, Pastor

www.setauketumc.org • SUMCNY@aol.com Sunday Worship Service & Church School 10 am 10 am Worship with Holy Communion Mary & Martha Circle (Women’s Ministry) monthly on 2nd Tuesday at noon Adult Bible Study Sunday 8 am Prayer Group and Bible Study at the Church Wednesdays 10 am

PRESBYTERIAN 5 Caroline Avenue ~ On the Village Green (631) 941-4271

Rev. Paul A. Downing, Pastor email: pastorpauldowning@yahoo.com • pastors cell: 347–423–3623 church website: wwwStPaulsLCPJS.org Services Sundays – 8:30 am and 10:30 am Holy Communion Bibles and Bagels 9:30 am Sunday School during 10:30 am service Wednesday Evening 7:30 pm – Holy Communion Friday Morning – Power of Prayer Hour 10:30 am

LUTHERAN–LCMS

COMMACK UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

SETAUKET PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

ST. PAULS LUTHERAN CHURCH

309 Patchogue Road, Port Jefferson Station (631)473–2236

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

Rabbi Sharon L. Sobel Cantor Scott Harris Rabbi Emeritus Stephen A. Karol Rabbi Emeritus Adam D. Fisher Cantor Emeritus Michael F. Trachtenberg

NORTH SHORE JEWISH CENTER

385 Old Town Rd., Port Jefferson Station (631) 928–3737 www.NorthShoreJewishCenter.org Rabbi Aaron Benson

METHODIST

BETHEL AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH

Making God’s community livable for all since 1660!! www.setauketpresbyterian.org Email: setauketpresbyterian@verizon.net

REV. MARY BARRETT SPEERS, PASTOR rev. dr. craig malbon, visiting minister

Join us Sundays in worship at 9:30 am Church School (PreK-6th Grade) at 9:45 am Adult Christian Education Classes and Service Opportunities Outreach Ministries: Open Door Exchange Ministry: Furnishing homes...Finding hope www.opendoorexchange.org Welcome Inn Soup Kitchen Prep Site: volunteerwelcomeinn@gmail.org All are welcome to join this vibrant community of worship, music (voice and bell choirs), mission (local, national and international), and fellowship. Call the church office or visit our website for current information on church activities. SPC is a More Light Presbyterian Church and part of the Covenant Network of Presbyterians working toward a church as generous and just as God’s grace.

www.messiahny.com

Rev. Charles Bell - Pastor We welcome all to join us for worship & fellowship Current Sunday Worship Services 8:15 am, 9:30 am & 11 am Sunday School 9:30 am Summer Sunday Worship Services Starting June 19th - 9:30 am NYS Certified Preschool & Day Care Program Please call for details

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LEISURE

Bridging the gap between the old and the young

GDGC hosts Story Swap

Photo from GDGC

From left, Melissa Negrin-Wiener, Esq., Barbara McLaughlin, Sonia Melendez, Katie Umana, Arnie Solinsky, Marilyn Tonne and Sandy Santana

of Smithtown High School.

“Not only was it interesting to hear about what they did as teenagers, but knowing how the assisted living helps them connect with what’s happening today, such as seeing current movies like “American Sniper,” is great,” she said.

In spite of similarities, there are differences in how they grew up. A couple of women in their 90s weren’t allowed to date as we know it today. Helen Sprance, 91, went out with one man who she later married. Lynn Tonne, 88, couldn’t date until she was 18.

Dinner and movies are common dates for the young people as they were in the past. One change with today’s teens is the girls getting an official “prom-posal,” a creative invite from the young man. Another interesting change in the digital age is the girls posting a picture of their dress

on Facebook, which usually costs upward of $500, so no one else at their prom will wear the same one.

Education is different in many ways.

Today, it is customary for girls and boys go to college. High school senior Alexis Papadopoulos is planning to be an anesthesiologist. Another senior, Rob Grasso, wants to join the military and then study physics. Most women didn’t go beyond high school in the 1920s and ’30s. Instead, many women spent time doing chores in the house, such as dishwashing and cooking. It wasn’t unusual for them to make their own clothes.

If women did work outside the home, most held clerical and secretarial jobs.

Atria resident Lynn, 88, did tabulating at the former Williamsburg Savings Bank in Brooklyn. Some babysat for 50 cents an hour.

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According to Melendez, it is important for both generations to be familiar with the past and present. And the Story Swap is a great way to do that. She also commented that the program reminds you of people you have in your life that you should speak to more often. “I’m planning to call my grandparents after this.”

“Although the students gained a valuable amount of knowledge by speaking with our residents, the older generation also learned a great deal about the youngsters, and gained a greater understanding of their concerns, hopes and dreams for the future and appreciation for making this world a better place to live,” said Sandy Brennan, community sales director, Atria Huntington.

Since both groups got so much from the Story Swap experience, GDGC is planning to sponsor another one at another assisted living community in the fall.

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UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST

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UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP AT STONY BROOK

UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP OF HUNTINGTON

UNITY CHURCH OF HEALING LIGHT

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

Rev. Margaret H. Allen (minister@uufsb.org) Sunday Service: 10:30 am

Religious Education at UUFSB: Unitarian Universalism accepts wisdom from many sources and offers non-dogmatic religious education for children from 3-18 to foster ethical and spiritual development and knowledge of world religions.

Classes Sunday mornings at 10:30 am. Childcare for little ones under three.

Senior High Youth Group meetings Sunday evenings.

Registration is ongoing.

For more information: dre@uufsb.org.

109 Brown’s Road, Huntington, NY 11743 631–427–9547 www.uufh.org

Rev. G. Jude Geiger, Minister

(minister@uufh.org) Starr Austin, religious educator (dreuufh@gmail.com) Sunday Service 10:30 am, Children’s Religious Education 10:30 am Whoever you are, whomever you love, wherever you are on your life’s journey, you are welcome here.

Our services offer a progressive, non-creedal message with room for spiritual seekers.

Services and Religious Education each Sunday at 10:30 am Youth Group, Lifespan Religious Education for Adults, Adult and Children’s Choirs Participants in the Huntington Interfaith Housing Initiative Find us on Facebook and Twitter

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

203 East Pulaski Rd., Huntington Sta. (631) 385–7180 www.unityhuntingtonny.org

Rev. Saba Mchunguzi

Unity Church of Healing Light is committed to helping people unfold their Christ potential to transform their lives and build spiritual community through worship, education, prayer and service.

Sunday Worship & Church School 11:00 a.m.

Wednesday Night Prayer Service 7:30 p.m.

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It was an eye-opening experience for several residents at Atria Assisted Living in Huntington and students/alumni from Smithtown East and West High Schools as they shared personal stories about growing up more than 50 years ago versus today.

In honor of National Older Americans Month in May, Genser Dubow Genser & Cona (GDGC), an elder law firm based in Melville, believed that bringing the groups together to exchange their stories would foster better understanding between these generations ranging in age from 20 to 91. And they were right.

Moderated by Melissa Negrin-Wiener, Esq., GDGC partner, each group was asked the same questions pertaining to dating experiences, employment, fashion, school, entertainment and more.

What was most amazing to the seniors and the students was how much they actually had in common with each other.

Katie Umana, a student at Suffolk County Community College and graduate of Smithtown High School, explained that she thought there would be more differences between them, but it turns out, they enjoy a lot of the same things like movies, dancing, dining out and more.

Both groups expressed how much they enjoyed the experience and the ease in disclosing personal stories with each other. “It was so easy to speak to the young people,” said Barbara McLoughlin, 91. “Even though we are considerably older, they trusted us enough to share their experiences.”

“It was cool to engage with an older generation,” said Sonia Melendez, a student at Adelphi University and graduate

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leisure

Bringing history to life

Photo by Richard Rocchio

From left, Deborah Boudreau, education director, The Ward Melville Heritage Organization; New York State Assemblyman Steve Englebright; Gloria Rocchio, president, The Ward Melville Heritage Organization; Ethan Winter, WMHO Youth Corps; Matthew Trump, WMHO Youth Corps mentor and custom woodworker; and Bill Manley, Education Outreach manager, WMHO

Above, third from left, Gloria D. Rocchio, president, The Ward Melville Heritage Organization, presents a model of the Brewster House and signed photograph to New York State Assemblyman Steve Englebright.

Assemblyman Steve Englebright (D-Setauket) visited the Brewster House in Setauket last Saturday afternoon to see a production by the Ward Melville Heritage Organization Youth Corps Theatrical Troupe’s “To Spy or Not to Spy: That Is the Question!” The group gave two sold-out performances inside the historic Brewster House (c. 1655).

During the American Revolution, the house was owned

by Joseph Brewster, who ran a tavern and entertained the British troops. Caleb Brewster (Joseph Brewster’s cousin) was one of George Washington’s spies.

“Performing in an authentic setting adds more meaning to the experience,” remarked Englebright.

To commemorate Englebright’s visit, the Youth Corps presented him with an exact replica of the house. The model was carved by woodworker Matt Trump, and the shingles and painting were completed

by Youth Corps member, Ethan Winter. Engelbright was also presented with a photograph

of the house signed by Youth Corps members involved in the project. This was their way of thanking the assemblyman for securing a grant to provide a fire sprinkler system and new roof for the house. The Youth Corps members thanked him for protecting the building for future generations to enjoy.

Gloria D. Rocchio, president of The Ward Melville Heritage Organization, said, “it was a long journey in accomplishing these tasks but the results are worth it.” She also thanked Deborah Boudreau, director of the Ward Melville Heritage Organization’s Education Department, for directing and orchestrating the play and day’s events. The performances were well received by the audiences.

The Brewster House was purchased by Ward Melville in 1947 and restored in 1967. Melville then deeded the property and structure to the Ward Melville Heritage Organization, which owns and maintains the property. The house is open to school and adult group tours.

For further information, please call 631-751-2244.

Camp & School DIRECTORY tje dance force

556 N. COuNTRY ROaD, ST. jamES 631.584.6888 For the third consecutive year capturing the top spot in her division, Diana Atoian, 14, from Holbrook walked away with the Senior Division crown.

BESFI announces scholarship competition winners The Ballet Education and Scholarship Fund Inc. (BESFI) in St. James recently announced the top winners of its annual scholarship competition that was held June 5 in conjunction with the BESFI Intensive Summer Workshop. The competition was judged by a panel of five distinguished adjudicators who awarded 12 scholarships totaling $6,000.

Senior Division winners were by rank: First-place winner Diana Atoian of Holbrook was awarded $1,100, second-place Sophia Cipriano of Port Jefferson garnered $700, Eva Pyrros also of Port Jefferson and Jenna Lee of Kings Park claimed third and fourth places, respectively, and received $375 each. Junior Division winners were led by Brianna Jimenez of East Setauket (first place) who corralled

$1,100, Graciella Carrero-Sagona of Huntington (second place) earned a $700 scholarship and Madison Valenta of Port Jefferson (third place) raked in $400.

According to BESFI President Dimitri Papadakos, “the competition this year was especially spirited. Both divisions were well-represented resulting in an even split of the $6,000 scholarship purse.”

Celebrating its 37th anniversary, the BESFI Intensive Summer Workshop is a nationally recognized six-week ballet program held annually during the last two weeks of July and four weeks in August. Limited workshop space is still available. For full information and applications go to www.besfi.com. To make an appointment for an audition or to speak to a representative, call 631-584-0192.

TJE offers the finest, most talented, creative, award winning staff who will motivate your child to do the best they can in all styles of dance - jazz, hip hop, ballet, tap, lyrical, character, open/contemporary, acro, combo, intro, break dance, boys hip hop as well as special needs. Come try a class for free today!

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

384 mark tree road • east setauket • 631.751.6100

Camp Setauket: For over 27 years, creating memorable summer camp experiences: General Camp for ages 3–12 ; Theatre Arts Camp and Sports Camp for ages 7–12; and C.I.T. Program for ages 13 thru 15. Game Set Match Tennis Academy Camp for ages 4–18 and all skill levels. Our unique camps offer indoor & outdoor pools, indoor & outdoor fields and indoor & outdoor tennis courts. Activities include: arts & crafts, sports such as soccer, basketball, softball and volleyball, interactive games, drama and hands on science. Swimming is included in every camp and several indoor activity areas for rainy days. Early enrollment, sibling, & member discounts available. Parisi Training Camps - focuses on speed and agility for all sports. Jump Start Camp - Ages 7-11, Total Performance Camp ages 12-14 and Peak Training Camp - ages 15 & up.

north shore montessori school

218 ChRISTIaN avE • STONY BROOk 631.689-8273

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North Shore Montessori School is happy to announce the Grand Opening of Camp Mini Montessori for students ages 18 months to 3 years old. Mini Montessori will be joining our Camp Montessori for children ages 3 - 6 years old. Children enjoy a summer filled with indoor and outdoor fun with guests such as Johnny Cuomo, Erik’s reptile Edventures, Starlab and much more! Program Hours are 9am to 1:00pm. Call 631-689-8273 for more information.

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Kids Calendar

We Are Dancing Because REGISTRATION Time is Here!!

Jazz Hip Hop Ballet Tap Lyrical Character Acro Open/Contemporary Jumps & Turns Technique Intro to Dance Combo Tiny Dancer Kiddie Kharacter Break Dance Boys Hip Hop Special Needs

St. James Location

Your golden ticket to adventure awaits! See ‘Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory’

SUMMER REGISTRATION

(1971) on the big screen in select local cinemas on Sunday, June 26, and Wednesday, June 29.

Tuesday, June 28th 9:30 am - 1:30 pm Wednesday, June 29th 10 am - 2 pm

Summer Classes - 4 week program July 18th thru August 13th Fall Registration 140106

Wednesday, August 31st 1 pm - 7 pm Wednesday, September 7th 1 pm - 7 pm Thursday, September 8th 1 pm - 7 pm First Day of Fall Classes: Monday, September 12th 556 North Country Road 631-584-6888

St. James www.tjedance.com

310 Main Street Holbrook 631-585-6900

27th Anniversary!

to Choose From!

Large Outdoor and Indoor space set up for numerous sports and activities.

New Enormous Carnival Bouncer

ill Your child w d re o b e never b this summer!

General Camp

CIT Camp

Ages 3–12 • Arts & Crafts • Swimming • Interactive games • Hands on Science

Ages 13–15 • Assist counselors in your choice of camp • Learn while enjoying activities • Special reduced rate

Sports Camp Ages 7–12

An opportunity to experience a variety of sports each week.

Soccer, softball, basketball, volleyball, swimming & more

g Swimminin included p! every cam

All camps include: Snacks, Drinks, Lunch & a T-Shirt

Less than 5 minutes from SBU campus...

800 feet north of Rte 347 on Mark Tree Road

Receive 1 FREE Month of World Gym Family Fitness (whe n you sign up for 2 weeks or more of camp)

SPECIALTY CAMPS! Theatre Camp Ages 6–12

• Acting • Singing • Dancing • Costume & Set design • Casting for performances (8 shows to be performed this summer)

“Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory” (1971) will be screened in select cinemas nationwide on June 26 and 29 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Local theaters include Farmingdale Multiplex Cinemas, Island 16 Cinema de Lux in Holtsville and AMC Loews Stony Brook 17. For further information, visit www.fathomevents.com.

Dolphin Celebration

To kick off its Movies on the Lawn series, the Town of Huntington will screen “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” on June 27 at Heckscher Park, 2 Prime Ave., Huntington at dusk. Bring a blanket or chair. Rain date July 18. Free.

Call 351-3112 or visit www.huntingtonny.gov for weather updates.

Maritime Explorium will present a drop-in program, Explore the Science of Ice Cream!, on June 25 and 26 from 1 to 5 p.m. Explore the physics of phase transitions while making your own batch of ice cream (at 2 and 3:30 p.m.) $5 fee. Call 331-3277.

Rainbows in Nature

Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 Eckernkamp Drive, Smithtown invites families to its Rainbows in Nature: A Celebration of Summer on June 26 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Enjoy an afternoon of treasure hunts, animals and the center’s Butterfly Garden. Highlighting the event will be local author, Michelle Zimmerman, who will lead children on magical adventures through story and a full spectrum of rainbow fun including a butterfly hunt and a rainbow butterfly craft to take home. $10 child, $5 adults. Call 979-6344 for more information.

tauket will welcome Johnny Cuomo to the Red Barn on June 30 at 11 a.m. Join Cuomo, musician and storyteller, as he introduces children to tales from around the world and offers a unique cultural and musical experience. Free.

Questions? Call 689-6146.

1/2 Day, Full Day & Advanced Training Camp to choose from.

9 indoor & 7 outdoor Har Tru tennis courts.

Our coaches are all U.S.P.T.R. certified and are the highest quality tennis pros in the industry.

I Spy a Dragonfly

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‘Willy Wonka’

Caleb Smith State Park Preserve, 381 W. Jericho Turnpike, Smithtown will present a program for children titled Nature’s Rainbows on June 25 from 10 to 11 a.m. Discover how to mix colors to make the colors of the rainbow.

Play with prisms and learn other ways to create rainbows with a hands on activity and craft. $3 per child. Advance registration required by calling 265-1054.

‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’

Theater ‘You’re A Good Man Charlie Brown’ Plaza Theatrical Productions will present “You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown” on the Rainbow Chapin Stage at Heckscher Park, 2 Prime Ave., Huntington on June 28 at 7:30 p.m. as part of the Huntington Summer Arts Festival Tuesday Night Family Series. Join the Peanuts gang in this fast paced, lighthearted musical, guaranteed to please audiences of all ages! Free. Bring a blanket or chair. For more information, call 271-8423.

‘Willy Wonka’

CM Performing Arts Center, 931 Montauk Highway, Oakdale will present a production of “Willy Wonka” with Charlie Bucket and all the Oompa Loompas from June 25 to July 22 with a sensory-friendly performance on July 9 at 11 a.m. Tickets are $12. To order, call 218-2810 or visit www.cmpac.com.

Tunes and Tales by Johnny Cuomo ‘The Emperor’s New Clothes’ Frank Melville Memorial Park, Main St., Se-

GAME SET MATCH TENNIS ACADEMY

631-751-6100 WorldGymSetauket.com

Nature’s Rainbows

The Science of Ice Cream

(ADDITIONAL DISCOUNTS FOR SIBLINGS AND WORLD GYM MEMBERS)

CAMP SETAUKET

Film

Learn all about dolphins at the Whaling Museum, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor on June 25 at 2 p.m. See dolphin bones up close, play dolphin games and create a dolphin craft to take home. For ages 5 and up. Admission fee plus $3 craft. For more information, call 367-3418.

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Programs

Caleb Smith State Park Preserve, 381 W. Jericho Turnpike, Smithtown will hold a Tiny Tots program for ages 3 to 5, I Spot a Dragonfly, on June 30 from 10 to 11 a.m. This is a special time for both parent and child to discover the wonders of the natural world together. $3 per child. Advance registration required by calling 265-1054.

Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson will present a hilarious musical retelling of “The Emperor’s New Clothes” from July 8 to Aug. 11.

Tickets are $10. To order, call 928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

‘Curious George: The Golden Meatball’

Join the inquisitive, lovable little monkey Curious George, star of books, movies and the award-winning PBS television show in this delightful new musical at the Smithtown Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E. Main St., Smithtown from July 16 to Aug. 28. Tickets are $15. To order, call 724-9700 or visit www. smithtownpac.org.

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

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kids times

‘as I Walk along the Beach’

By Jack Palawsky, Age 10, Old Field

As I walk across the golden beach my feet drag under the sand swiftly drifting my toes through the warm earth,

hands, kids are burying their parents in the sand, and they are trying to get up and escape the sand,

Sighting the amazing water that drifts in the ocean waves as boards slowly float with fishes creating splashes in the crystal water,

Couples are walking along the beach along with many other people who are walking dogs with them as kids are carrying shovels and buckets,

Watching the swimmers poking their heads out of the water swiftly leaving a trail of splashes behind them, swimming as fast as they can,

Kids making sand castles and having contests to see which kid will have the biggest sand castle, they all use the sand and buckets, and they seem to be shipped by nothing,

Ocean water tugs on the boats rocking them back and forth creating a momentum that causes people to spill their glasses and accidentally break them, Fish are jumping out of the sea, people’s faces are fascinated, the children are tugging on their parents to ask if they can go run into the ocean and catch one, As people are laying on the beach on towels, sand rushes through their

All different colors on blankets cover the beach like a paint brush covering the beach with a new color and each person is unique with their own colorful color, The families run into the water up to their ankles and spring around in the wonderful water, together they feel united and together as a family, Laying in the sand as the sun glazes upon your skin, giving you the tan you wish and the sun reflects upon the water.

Image from Eileen Hummel

‘A Green, Green Garden’ by Connor of Imagination Pre-School in Stony Brook

Wanted: Kids’ poetry and artwork Kids, send your poetry, artwork, jokes or photographs to Kids Times, P.O. Box 707, Setauket, NY 11733 or email it to leisure@tbrnewspapers.com, and we’ll publish it as soon as we can. Please include your name, age and hometown.

The beach is an amazing place!

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Sailboats are prancing through the aqua water leaving a mirror reflection using the wind to quickly speed past the other boats trying to take its wind,

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SBU SportSweek June 23 – June 29, 2016

Tomorrow is Friday – wear red on Campus!

Stony Brook univerSity

Clark, Pouder named to AE All-Academic team Stony Brook track and field studentathletes Joe Clark and Kate Pouder were named to the America East All-Academic teams for outdoor track and field.

Clark, who entered the spring with a 3.73 GPA as an Applied Math & Statistics/ Atmospheric & Oceanic Sciences double major, earned his third conference AllAcademic honor of 2015-16 after being named to the cross country list in November and the indoor track & field team in March. The senior distance runner put up multiple strong showings as part of the 4x800-meter relay team in 2016, including a sixth-place finish out of 21 teams at the College of William & Mary’s Colonial Relays on April 2.

Pouder, a 4.0 Master of Arts, Medical Humanities, Compassionate Care & Bioethics major, earned a spot on the outdoor track list after also doing so during the indoor season. Pouder won two events at

Above file photo; photo below from SBu

Harrison Jackson, below, will battle on the gridiron at Lavalle Stadium, above.

Photos from SBu

kate Pouder, above, and Joe Clark, left, earned All-Academic honors this season. the Stony Brook Quad Meet on March 24 and placed sixth in the 1,500 with a time of 4 minutes, 41.55 seconds at the America East Championships. The graduate student distance runner was also honored with the Dave Alexander Courage Award at the 2016 Wolfie Awards, given to a member of Stony Brook Athletics who has demonstrated uncommon bravery in the face of adversity.

To be eligible for the All-Academic team, student-athletes must have sophomore athletic eligibility, attain a minimum GPA of 3.30 and be a contributor on their team. The squad is voted on by a committee made up of America East student-athlete support and athletic communications administrators, as well as faculty athletic representatives.

Priore adds Jackson to football roster Stony Brook head football coach Chuck Priore has announced the addition of wide receiver Harrison Jackson to the roster for the 2016 season as a graduate student.

Jackson spent his undergraduate career at Boston College, where he played in 21 games for the Eagles and caught eight passes for 102 yards, including one touchdown.

“I am excited about the addition of Harrison to our program,” Priore said.

“He brings with him quality playing experience and the ability to create big plays in our pass game.”

Jackson, a native of Round Hill, Virginia who graduated from Louden Valley High School, earned second team All-District honors as a senior after

pulling in 38 passes from 735 yards and five touchdowns.

Join Stony Brook in the Seawolves United Race to 500 and the Dubin Challenge Support student-athletes with annual giving and the building of the Indoor Training Center Stony Brook Athletics is looking to the Seawolves community to be a part of two integral initiatives — the Seawolves United “Race to 500” and the Dubin Challenge.

The June call for support follows a successful 2015-16 year on the court, track and field for the Seawolves. Two Stony Brook teams, the men’s basketball squad and women’s lacrosse team, won America East championships, the latter tallying a win in the NCAA tournament, and two student-athletes on the women’s track and field team qualified for NCAA competition in a total of three events.

The Seawolves also recorded four vic-

tories over “Power 5” programs, with wins over Boston College, the University of Maryland, Rutgers University and Stanford University, and seven wins over ranked opponents. The women’s lacrosse program was ranked as high as No. 6 this season, while the men’s team was No. 8 during its 2016 campaign. The Stony Brook men’s basketball team qualified for its first NCAA tournament appearance to square off with perennial contender University of Kentucky on the national stage.

Seawolves United is closing in on 500 members— 484 currently — with the goal of surpassing the mark by June 30. A gift

to Seawolves United will help to positively transform the life of each student-athlete and their pursuit of academic, athletic and personal success. The 500th member to join Seawolves United will receive a commemorative Seawolves United jersey.

Unrestricted gifts made to Stony Brook Athletics during the fiscal year (deadline of June 30) accumulate to provide a donor level for the upcoming athletics season, which begins July 1. For more information on the donor levels of Seawolves United and their accompanying benefits, visit http://seawolvesunited.com/benefits/seawolves-united-benefits/, and to help the

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school reach 500 members, click “Donate” in the upper right-hand corner.

June is also an opportunity to help build the Indoor Training Center as part of the Dubin Challenge. Stony Brook alumnus Glenn Dubin and his wife Eva announced a $5 million pledge in the form of a oneto-one matching challenge grant for donations made by June 30.

The Indoor Training Center is an essential upgrade in facilities for Stony Brook Athletics and one of the initiatives of Together We Transform, the five-year plan for Stony Brook Athletics. To donate, visit https://alumniandfriends.stonybrook. edu/main-site/external/giving-to-stonybrook-dubin-challenge.