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ARTS&LIFESTYLES TIMES BEACON RECORD NEWS MEDIA • AUGUST 24, 2017

Winged Wonders of Stony Brook • B16 Also: Bruce Campbell visits Huntington B11 • SCPA hosts Global Revolution Film Festival B13 • Photo of the Week B15

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LEISURE

Honoring Page

IMAGE: Jennifer DiRubbio, Sea Turtles

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Author Bruce Campbell visits the Book Revue The Book Revue in Huntington welcomed B movie star Bruce Campbell on Aug. 15. The actor and co-executive producer of the “Evil Dead” was in town on a book signing tour promoting his new memoir, “Hail to the Chin: Further Confessions of a B Movie Actor,” which catalogs Campbell’s life story and his rise to fame as a pop culture icon straight out of the ’80s and ’90s. The book is being

touted as the sequel to Campbell’s New York Times best-seller, “If Chins Could Kill.” Campbell is well known in the horror community, prominently for his work in the “Evil Dead” series of films as the fan-loved character Ashley (Ash) Williams. Hundreds of fans attended last Tuesday’s event, the only Long Island stop on the tour. See more photos and story on page B11.

IN FLIGHT A male ruby-throated humming bird hovers over a feeder in Jay Gammill’s backyard in East Setauket, ready for a feast. Photo by Jay Gammill

In this edition: Attorney At Law ..........................B12 Calendar ................................. B28-29 Cooking Cove...............................B18 Crossword Puzzle ......................B10 Eye on Medicine ........................... B5 Medical Compass ........................ B9

Open Mike ....................................B23 Opportunities in Education ....B19 Parents and Kids ................. B30-31 Plain Talk ......................................... B7 Power of Three ............................B27 Religious Directory ............ B24-26

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shelter pet of the week

MEET TYSON! Tyson has arrived! He has traveled all the way from the Bahamas in search of a loving forever home that has a heart and house big enough for him! A 7-month-old Shepherd mix, Tyson promises to give you all the kisses and all the love you’ll ever need if you adopt him. This sweetheart gets along well with other dogs, is neutered, microchipped and up to date on vaccines; so hurry down and meet him today — you’re sure to fall in love. Kent Animal Shelter is located at 2259 River Road in Calverton. For more information on Tyson and other adoptable pets at Kent, please call 631-727-5731 or visit www.kentanimalshelter.com. Photo courtesy of Kent Animal Shelter

VENDORS WANTED

▶ Heritage Trust will host a Community Yard Sale every Thursday at Heritage Park, 633 Mount Sinai-Coram Road, Mount Sinai from 5 to 8 p.m. through Aug. 24. Vendor fee is $10 per week. Register online at www.msheritagetrust.org. For more information, call 631509-0882. ▶ Davis Town Meeting House Society Inc. will sponsor a Yard Sale & Craft Fair on Aug. 26 at the Lester Davis House, 263 Middle Country Road, Coram, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vendor fee is $25 per table, $15 for members. Contact Maryanne at 631-804-2256 or email msiclaridouglas@yahoo.com.

▶ The Farmingville Residents Association will host flea markets on Aug. 27 and Sept. 24 on the lawn of Pat’s Tattoos, 22 Granny Road, Farmingville from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Rain dates are the following Sundays.) For applications, pricing and full info, please email FRA23@optonline.net. ▶ Vendors wanted to join a multifamily yard sale on Sept. 9 at the Setauket United Methodist Church, 160 Main St., Setauket from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For registration or further information, contact Diane at 631-751-7375 or at dperitore@optonline.net. ▶ The Longwood Estate, Longwood Road and Smith Road in Ridge, is seeking vendors for the Brookhaven Fair on Sept. 9 and 10 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Deadline to apply is Aug. 28. For complete information and a vendor application visit www. brookhaven.gov or call 631924-1820.

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▶ Gallery North, located at 90 North Country Road, Setauket is seeking fine art and crafts, woodwork, handmade furniture, printmakers and textile and fabric exhibitors for its annual Outdoor Art Show and Music Festival on Sept. 9 and 10 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Applications are available at www.gallerynorth.org or by calling 631-751-2676. ▶ Hallockville Museum Farm, located at 6038 Sound Ave., Riverhead is looking for arts and crafts vendors for its 37th annual Country Fair held on Sept. 9 and 10 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Deadline to apply is

Aug. 30. Applications available at www.hallockville.com or call 631-298-5292.

▶ Sachem Public Library, 150 Holbrook Road, Holbrook is seeking handmade craft vendors for its upcoming Fall Festival on Sept. 16 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, visit www.sachemlibrary.org. ▶ The Cleary School, located at 301 Smithtown Blvd., Nesconset, is looking for vendors for its 10th annual Fall Fair Fundraiser on Sept. 16 from 3 to 8 p.m. Deadline is Sept. 9. For information or vendor application call 631-834-9597. ▶ Smithtown United Methodist Church, 230 Middle Country Road, Smithtown is seeking vendors for its 27th annual Country Fair to be held on Sept. 23 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fee is $50 for a 10-foot by 10foot space. Call 631-265-6945 for more info. ▶The 5th annual Centereach Street Fair will be held on Sept. 24 on Mark Tree Road in Centereach from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Interested merchandise and food vendors should call 631-974-5425. ▶ St. James Chamber of Commerce is seeking craft vendors for its 30th annual St. James Day along Lake Avenue on Oct. 1. 10-foot by 10-foot spaces are available for $150. Applications are available online at www.stjameschamber.org or by calling 631-584-8510. ▶ St. Thomas of Canterbury Church, 90 Edgewater Ave., Smithtown seeks craft and new merchandise vendors for its annual Craft Fair and Fall Festival on Oct. 14 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with a rain date of Oct. 21. Call 631-265-4520 or visit www.Stthomasofcanterbury.net. ▶ The Sound Beach Civic Association is seeking participants for its 2017 Health & Wellness Expo, to be held on Oct. 21 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Sound Beach Firehouse located at 152 Sound Beach Blvd. $25 table fee (no fee for nonprofits). Registration deadline is Sept. 15. For more information, call 631-7446952 or email Rubertob11789@ aol.com.

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EYE ON MEDICINE

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TIMES BEACON RECORD NEWS MEDIA

HISTORY HONOR ROLL

With gratitude to the many residents, businesses and organizations who continue to come forward and help us bring our local history to life through our film,

An aerial view of Stony Brook Southhampton Hospital

Photo from SBU

Transporting health care on the East End

When hospitals in the same region are level cancer care more easily accessible to able to work together, they can deliver East End residents. Stony Brook and Southampton have health care to residents in ways that are been working collaboratively in our hycomplementary, efficient and effective. We are celebrating a major milestone in brid operating room, which is also part the development of the Stony Brook Medi- of the Audrey and Martin Gruss Heart & cine health system to transform health care Stroke Center. This specialty operating on the East End of Long Island. On Aug. 1, room, equipped with sophisticated imagStony Brook finalized an agreement with ing, enables Stony Brook board-certified the 125-bed Southampton Hospital — now vascular surgeons to perform minimally called Stony Brook Southampton Hospital invasive interventions to treat abdominal aortic aneurysms, com— to join as a member of plex peripheral arterial Stony Brook Medicine. disease, carotid disease Although Stony Brook and the entire spectrum and Southampton have of vascular conditions. been providing health Additional cardiology care services to the East services have been estabEnd for nearly 10 years, lished in the East End this formal agreement area. Stony Brook carwill enable us to improve diologists Travis Bench, health care quality and M.D., and Dhaval Patel, access, coordinate care M.D., have opened pracand improve efficiency for tices at 676 County Road patients through shared 39A, Southampton, and resources and managing 600 Main Street, Center the flow of patients beMoriches, so that patients tween the two facilities. with specific types of foPatients will benefit cused cardiac issues can from this relationship because it helps our hos- BY L. REUVEN PASTERNAK, M.D. get care closer to home. Another important pitals match the level of care provided to the level of care needed benefit of our agreement is that we now in the facility ideally suited to a patient’s have additional clinical training sites to needs. It provides patients from eastern support the growing class sizes of Stony Long Island with greater access to Stony Brook’s undergraduate and graduate Brook Medicine’s specialists, clinical trials medicine training programs, as well as and advanced technology, combined with health technology programs. Graduate the convenience and personalized care of a medical education programs, including internal medicine, family medicine incommunity-based hospital. In the time that it has taken to finalize ternship and residency programs, plus osour agreement, we have successfully col- teopathic medicine programs in surgery laborated on bringing new services to the and transitional year resident programs East End, the most critical of which is the are currently being offered at Stony Brook new cardiac catheterization laboratory, Southampton Hospital with additional ropart of the Audrey and Martin Gruss Heart tations planned for emergency medicine & Stroke Center, which will be the first on medical students and residents. Together we are taking a bold step forLong Island to open east of Route 112, and where clinical operations are scheduled to ward for the advancement of health care as we build on our successful collaborations to begin on Sept. 5. And coming in late 2018 is the new better serve the needs of Long Islanders. Phillips Family Cancer Center, a facility Dr. L. Reuven Pasternak is the CEO, Stony that will be staffed by both Stony Brookbased physicians and physicians from Brook University Hospital and vice president Southampton and promises to make top- for health systems, Stony Brook Medicine.

For their generous support we thank:

Tim Glynn • Margo Arceri and Tri-Spy Tours Michael Harford • Fred Bryant • Charlie Lefkowitz Peter Moloney and Moloney Funeral Homes Michael Ardolino of Realty Connect • Chris Nevin Andy Polan and Stony Brook Vision World The Connell Family and M.A. Connell Funeral Home Trumbull Printing

For their invaluable assistance we thank: The Ward Melville Heritage Organization SPLIA

(Society for the Preservation of Long Island Antiquities)

Steve Healy and Three Village Historical Society Bev Tyler Miller Place-Mount Sinai Historical Society Three Village Community Trust Long Island Seaport and Eco Center Benner’s Farm • John Worrell Stony Brook University Setauket Gourmet Deli • Setauket Village Diner Via Pizza • Pasta Pasta Eastern Pavilion • Unique Cleaners

We welcome community participation. If you are interested in preserving our local history and wish to add your name and that of your business to our movie credits (e.g. Executive Producer, Associate Producer), please call us at 631-751-7744

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By mid-August most of our college-age coddle you or tolerate reckless irresponsistudents are winding down summer jobs bility. Many professors will have an attenand getting ready for the new semester. dance policy and only if you are in a coma, We have local college students studying at will you be excused for missing class. Cutsome of the finest colleges and universities ting usually impacts your final grade. in the country and around the world. Choice is another challenge. You choose There is another group of college stu- to go to class or to skip. Every class you cut dents getting ready for the new semester. roughly costs you a little more than $100 They are the freshman class of 2017. A large from your tuition. It’s a choice to stay out group of college freshmen will commute to all night if you’re away at school and not Stony Brook University and the other four- get up and get to class on time. year schools here on Long Island. Drugs and alcohol are present on evA growing number of college students ery college campus, no matter what the will attend the best-kept secret in higher edu- school’s public relations department says. cation — Suffolk County ComIt’s a choice to overindulge munity College. I have had the and to act recklessly. privilege of teaching at SCCC Most colleges and univerfor more than 30 years in the sities have wellness centers social science department as a that provide a wide range of professor of sociology. confidential mental health I have met some of the services for students. They finest college educators in have trained professionthe country there. I’ve also als that work with students been privileged to work with to develop the appropriate some of the finest students in skills to navigate the stresshigher education. So many of es of college life and when them while at Suffolk lay the necessary make appropriate foundation for an extraorreferrals for additional care dinary future. They are our and support. future civic leaders, our doc- BY FR. FRANCIS PIZZARELLI Many public and private tors, our nurses, our business colleges across the country leaders, our lawyers, our scihave campus ministry offices entists, our teachers and our social work- that provide a wide range of spiritual supers to name a few professions. port services for students of every religious Many of our Suffolk graduates go on to tradition and usually a wide range of comsome of the finest colleges and universities munity service opportunities. in the country and around the world and Parents, when you have your pep talk make profound contributions to science, with your college freshmen, encourage technology and research. them to use all the support resources availAs we are being challenged to reorder able when they are attending school. Disour priorities, education must remain at pel the stigma from reaching out for supthe top of that list, and SCCC needs to be port when they might feel overwhelmed or supported as one of the greatest educa- even frightened. It’s natural and normal. tional treasures in our community. It’s how they embrace their feelings that With every new freshman class, parents will make all the difference. struggle with anxiety and intensified worry The college experience is an exciting about their children; they are reluctant to adventure that encourages all students cut the umbilical cord. The landscape for to open their minds — become critical college freshmen is much more complicated thinkers and to move beyond the limits and challenging than ever before. Whether of their comfort zone. College can and you go away or stay home, college is not should be a transformative and lifehigh school. Responsibility and account- changing adventure. ability are critical for success! Fr. Pizzarelli, SMM, LCSW-R, ACSW, DCSW, Your professors will assist you academiis the director of Hope House Ministries in cally and personally, if you are committed to the learning experience. They will not Port Jefferson.

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MEDICAL COMPASS

Reduce health risks by eating fruit

NEWS AROUND TOWN

Be wary of ‘no sugar added’ labels

We should all reduce the amount of added sugar we consume because of its negative effects on our health. It is recommended that we get no more than 10 percent of our diet from added sugars (1). However, we are consuming at least 30 percent more added sugar than is recommended (2). Is all sugar bad for us? The answer is not straightforward. It really depends on the source, and when I mention “source,” my meaning may surprise you. We know that white, processed sugar is bad. But, I am constantly asked which sugar source is better: honey, agave, raw sugar, brown sugar or maple syrup. None are really good for us; they all raise the level of glucose (a type of sugar) in our blood. By David Two-thirds of Dunaief, M.D. our sugar intake comes from processed food, while onethird comes from sweetened beverages, according to the most recent report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2) Sweetened beverages are defined as sodas, sports drinks, energy drinks and fruit juices. That’s right: Even 100 percent fruit juice can raise glucose levels. Don’t be deceived by “no added sugar” labels. These sugars increase the risk of, and may exacerbate, chronic diseases, such as diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, cancer and obesity. This is such a significant problem that several legislative initiatives have been introduced that would require a warning label on sweetened drinks (3). However, I did say that sugar’s source impacts its effect. Most fruits have beneficial effects in preventing disease, including diabetes, and do not raise sugar levels, even in patients with diabetes. It is a myth that whole fruit raises your sugar levels. However, dried fruits, fruit juice and fruit juice concentrate do raise your sugar levels. Note that sugar extracted from fruit has an effect similar to that of sugar added to foods and sweetened beverages. Let’s look at the evidence.

Heart disease When we think of sugar’s effects, heart disease is not usually the first disease that comes to mind. However, results from a 20-year study of 31,000 U.S. adults showed that, when comparing those who consumed the least amount of added sugar (less than 10 percent of calories daily) with those who consumed 10 to 25 percent and those who consumed more than 25 percent of daily calories from sugar, there were significant increases in risk of death from heart disease (4). The added sugar was from foods and sweetened beverages, not from fruit and fruit juices. This was not just an increased risk of heart disease, but an increased risk of car-

Studies have shown that eating grapefruit reduces your risk of developing diabetes. diovascular death. This is a wake-up call to rein in our sugar consumption.

Obesity and weight gain Does soda increase obesity risk? An assessment published in PLoS One, a highly respected, peer-reviewed journal, showed that it depends on whether studies were funded by the beverage industry or had no ties to any lobbying groups (5). Study results were mirror images of each other: Studies not affiliated with the industry show that soda may increase obesity risk, while studies funded by the beverage industry show there may not be any association. In studies without beverage industry funding, greater than 80 percent (10 of 12) showed associations between sugary drinks and increased weight or obesity, whereas with the beverage industryfunded studies, greater than 80 percent of them did not show this result (5 of 6). The moral of the story is that patients must be diligent in understanding how studies are funded; and if the results sound odd, they probably are. If this is the case, make sure to ask your doctor about the studies’ findings. Not all studies are equally well designed.

Diabetes and the benefits of fruit Diabetes requires the patient to limit or avoid fruit altogether. Correct? This may not be true. Several studies may help change the long-standing, commonly held paradigm that fruit should be restricted in patients with diabetes and to prevent development of diabetes. One study found that whole fruit may reduce the risk of diabetes by reducing inflammation and reducing insulin resistance (6). Specifically, results demonstrated a reduction in the inflammatory biomarker hsCRP. Ultimately, this may result in better glucose control. A potential reason for these impressive results may be the high levels of flavonoids, specifically anthocyanins and flavones. Flavonoids, as a class, are phytochemicals (plant nutrients) that provide pigment to fruits and vegetables and may have substantial antioxidant activities. Substances that are high in these two flavonoids include red grapes, berries, tea and wine.

Another study, a meta-analysis that looked at three large studies, including the Nurses’ Health Study, NHS II, and the Health Professionals Followup Study, showed that those who consumed the highest amount of anthocyanins were likely to experience a 15 percent reduction in the development of type 2 diabetes (7). Researchers compared those in the highest quintile of anthocyanin consumption with those in the lowest quintile. Specifically, at least two servings of blueberries per week were shown to reduce the risk of diabetes by 23 percent, and at least five servings of apples and pears per week were also shown to reduce the risk by 23 percent. These were compared to those who consumed less than one serving per month. This is a small amount of fruit for a significant reduction. From the same three studies, it was also shown that grapes, bananas and grapefruit reduce the risk of diabetes, while fruit juice and cantaloupe may increase risk (8). In still another diabetes study, involving those who were newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, the risk of increasing glucose levels was no greater in those who consumed more than two servings of fruit per day, when compared to those who consumed fewer than two servings per day (9). The properties of flavonoids, which are found in whole fruit, may also result in anticancer and anticardiovascular disease properties, the opposite effect of added sugars (10). Chronic disease incidence and complications from these diseases have skyrocketed in the last several decades. Therefore, any modifiable risk factor should be utilized to decrease our risk. By keeping added sugar to a minimum in our diets, we could make great strides in the fight to maintain our quality of life as we age. We don’t have to avoid sugar completely; we still can satiate a sweet tooth by eating ripe fruits. Our access to fruit, even off-season, has expanded considerably. The most amazing thing is that fruit may actually reduce the risk of diabetes, something we thought for years might exacerbate it.

References: (1) health.gov: Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2015-2020, eighth edition. (2) cdc.gov. (3) reuters.com. (4) JAMA Intern Med. online Feb 3, 2014. (5) PLoS Med. 2013 Dec;10(12):e1001578. (6) J Nutr. 2014 Feb;144(2):202-208. (7) Am J Clin Nutr. 2012 Apr;95(4):925-933. (8) BMJ. online Aug 29, 2013. (9) Nutr J. published online March 5, 2013. (10) Plant Foods Hum Nutr. 2004 Summer;59(3):113-122. 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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Literary Walk at Caumsett

Join the folks at Caumsett State Historic Park Preserve, 25 Lloyd Harbor Road, Huntington for an adult Literary Walk in the eastern section of the park on Saturday, Aug. 26 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. This program is a quiet, leisurely two-mile walk interspersed with readings selected to enhance your appreciation of the beauty, wonder and tranquility of nature. $4 per person. Advance registration is required by calling 631-423-1770.

Starbucks Schmooze

Stop by Starbucks, 246 Route 25A, East Setauket for coffee and conversation with Rabbi Aaron Benson of the North Shore Jewish Center on Thursdays, Aug. 24 and 31, Sept. 7, 14 and 28 and Oct. 19 and 26 from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Call the office at 631-9283737 for any cancellations.

Medicare vs. Medicaid Breakfast

Join the Burner Law Group, P.C. for a free Medicare vs. Medicaid Breakfast at the Lake Grove Diner, 2211 Nesconset Highway, Lake Grove on Tuesday, Aug. 29 from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Learn the differences between the Medicare and Medicaid programs in New York. To RSVP, call 631-941-3434.

Homemakers Rally Day

Save the date! The Three Village Homemakers will host a Rally Day at the Brookhaven Caroline Church, 1 Dyke Road. Setauket on Thursday, Sept. 7 at 9:30 a.m. All are welcome to kick off a new season of crafts, cooking, fellowship and fun. A great place to make new friends. For further information, please call Ruth at 631928-1846.

Old Steeple Church Antiques Show

The Old Steeple Community Church, 656 Main Road, Aquebogue will hold its annual outdoor Antiques Show and Sale on Aug. 26 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Shop 50 exhibitors featuring heirlooms, tools, china, linens, furniture, frames, silver and more. Admission is $7 adults, $6 seniors and military, children under 12 free. Rain date is Sept. 2. Questions? Call 516-868-2751.

Open auditions

Northport Chorale will hold open auditions for the winter semester on Wednesdays, Sept. 6, 13 and 20 at 7 p.m. at Northport High School’s Chorus Room, 154 Laurel Hill Road, Northport. All voices needed. Winter concert will be joined by the Northport Community Band. Call Debi at 631-223-3789 or visit www.northportchorale.org.

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Famous Duos ACROSS 1. Pocket bread, pl. 6. Mele Kalikimaka wreath 9. Hoofbeat 13. Not dead 14. Freddy Krueger’s street 15. Sacagawea to Lewis and Clark 16. Wrinkle-prone fabric 17. Rap sheet abbreviation 18. Tanks and such 19. *Spongebob’s pal 21. *Sullivan’s theatrical partner 23. Fa, ____, la, ti, doh 24. Daniel Defoe’s ____ Flanders 25. Swindle 28. Ready for picking 30. Right before “camera” 35. Fish eggs, pl. 37. Straight whiskey, e.g. 39. Capital of Egypt 40. Grand Theft object 41. Per ____, or yearly 43. Hidden valley 44. *Bonnie and Clyde, partners in this 46. Australian palm 47. Distinctive elegance 48. One’s net worth 50. Companion of Pinta and Santa Maria 52. Slovenly abode 53. Use a noose 55. Any doctrine 57. *Rogers’ tapping partner 61. Mohammed, alt. sp. 65. Having three dimensions 66. Chapter in history 68. Jeweler’s glass 69. Moves closer 70. Brownish gray horse 71. Ruhr’s industrial center 72. Does something wrong 73. Japanese capital 74. Affirmatives

Answers to last week’s puzzle: Directions: Fill in the blank squares in the grid, making sure that every row, column and 3-by-3 box includes all digits 1 through 9.

Answers to last week’s SUDOKU puzzle:

Science 101

DOWN 1. Explore with one’s hand 2. Pelvic parts 3. Typically on limo window 4. Affirms 5. Junior’s predecessor 6. Plumbing problem 7. Member of the Benevolent Order 8. Idealized image 9. “____ Your Enthusiasm” 10. Tart garnish 11. Smell 12. Chipper 15. Pertaining to Gaul 20. People’s Republic 22. Down with the flu 24. ____ of life 25. *Will’s roommate 26. Predecessor to “truly” in a letter 27. Petite, masculine 29. *____ and Teller 31. Measuring instrument 32. Higher ground, pl. 33. Yummy reward 34. *Cher’s “I Got You Babe” partner 36. “Brave New World” drug 38. South American Indian 42. Opposite of depression 45. Socrates’ concern 49. Musical gift 51. *Mary-Kate’s twin 54. Clingy one 56. *Rocky and Bullwinkle, or flying squirrel and ____ 57. Teenager’s woe 58. Plaintiff 59. Type of ski lift 60. What snob puts on 61. “Buddenbrooks” author 62. Rumple 63. “All for one, one for all” sword 64. Change for a twenty 67. *”The Murders in the ___ Morgue” *Theme related clue.

Answers to this week’s puzzle will appear in next week’s newspaper and online on Friday afternoon at www.tbrnewsmedia.com, Arts and Lifestyles

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NEWS AROUND TOWN

Photos by Kyle Barr

Above, an eventgoer shows off a signed copy of ‘Hail to the Chin’; right, Bruce Campbell answers questions from the audience.

Hail to the Chin:

B movie star Bruce Campbell drops by Huntington’s Book Revue

BY KYLE BARR Bruce Campbell walked from the back room of the Book Revue in Huntington last Tuesday night to a crowd that had flooded the entire space of the bookstore. Fans had crowded in between shelves stuffed with books and in chairs besieging a small podium to the rear of the store. The line to pick up Campbell’s new book, “Hail to the Chin: Further Confessions of a B Movie Actor,” snaked its way around the store. The man made famous for starring in B movies, the “Evil Dead” trilogy and television show as well as for his large, clefted chin was rather nonchalant about the turnout. “Who came the farthest away today?” he asked the crowd. A person in the back shouted “England,” with an English accent. “England?” Campbell said, his mouth twitching. “You’re full of crap.” Another person yelled out California. “California? You didn’t come here just for this, cause I’m going to California.” The crowd laughed. “You’re either lying or you’re an idiot.” The crowd was large enough that Campbell was signing books and memorabilia late into the night. The venue didn’t allow people to spend too much time taking pictures with Campbell, but he was eager to calm people by making a joke of it. “They’ll take pictures, they’re gonna grab your damn camera, click click click click, you’re gonna go, ‘Oh, are we posing?’ nope, click click, the camera’s back in your hand and you don’t know what happened. You’re gonna get pictures tonight, they’re gonna be mostly crappy. Photoshop, reframe them. I’m gonna see all these crappy photos on Twitter tomorrow and I’ll go, ‘Wow, that’s another crappy photo.’” Campbell is well known for his facial ticks. He always talks with his head tilted to the side and his lips twitch often. It’s part of

his persona, the one people have learned to appreciate from childhoods spent watching the “Evil Dead” films and Campbell’s other B movie rolls — people like Dennis Carter Jr. of Lake Ronkonkoma, who that day cosplayed as the chain-saw-toting, ripped shirted main character of the famed “Evil Dead” franchise. Carter says his friends call him the Long Island Ash, as he has a penchant for dressing up as the main character of the “Evil Dead” franchise and going to conventions. He especially likes to show up wherever Campbell appears. Just the day before Carter traveled to New Jersey to see him at a book signing in that state as well. “Bruce is really a good guy,” Carter said. “He’s not like other celebrities who get pompous about these sort of things. He’s really humbled by the crowds that he gets. He’s worth it.”

Photos by Kyle Barr

Clockwise from top left, Dennis Carter makes an appearance as Ash from ‘Evil Dead’; eventgoers with their signed memorabilia; Campbell signs a book for a customer with the help of Loren Aliperti, event coordinator for Book Revue.

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FEATURE STORY

a scene from ‘i am Still Here’

Film Festival Schedule Aug. 25 NooN to 1 p.m.

networking for directors, actors and fans 1 to 3 p.m. {Block 1}

“Vida Muertos” “End Unsung” “two texas” “JFK Killer and Motives Revealed” “i am Still Here” 4 to 6 p.m. {Block 2}

Clockwise from top right, ‘Cat Planet,’ ‘the Last Warriors’ and ‘Rich Boy, Rich girl’ starring C. thomas Howell will be screened at the festival.

Smithtown theater to host Global Revolution Film Festival By Rita J. Egan The Global Revolution Film Festival is coming to the Smithtown Center for the Performing Arts on Aug. 25 to 27, and North Shore film lovers are in for a revolution of the creative type. The event will consist of 10 twohour blocks of film showings — each block consisting of a combination of original shorts, documentaries and full-length films. Ken Washington, theater director, said the Smithtown Performing Arts Council was approached by the organizers of the film festival, and the theater was fortunate to have the weekend open. “We have been trying to integrate films into our program, and this seemed like a good way to make that happen,” he said. Filmmaker Andrew Henriques, one of the organizers of the festival along with founder Jamal Blair and Greg Pursino, said the first two years the event was held in Farmingdale, and this year they searched for a new venue. “We’ve been looking for a while for a festival location that is close to a train station, and the Smithtown theater is just two blocks away,” Henriques said. “And it has access to places that the filmmakers can go right after their screening because a lot of times you want to keep the party going. You’re there with a bunch of friends; you saw an awesome film; you’re high on the applause and getting to see your movie on a big screen, so you want to go someplace … There are so many locations for them to go [in Smithtown] and continue the celebration.” He continued, “For us it’s important that they have a place to go and talk, network and talk to other directors and just socialize and talk shop. That’s a big part of it.” Henriques, who grew up in Bellport, said Pursino discovered the theater, and he was impressed when his colleague showed him the location and loved that it had a balcony — something not many theaters have anymore. “It reminded me of a theater from New York City,” he said. “It’s beautiful inside, and it

has so much character. I know other filmmakers and other creative artistic people are going to be blown away by the theater.” Henriques said he met Pursino, a fellow filmmaker, at a film festival, and Blair, another filmmaker, through Facebook. The organizers’ motto is “Story Above Stars” a slogan they thought of after attending some film festivals and noticing the poor quality of a few movies even though they featured recognizable actors. Their theory is that many events include movies with famous stars, knowing they will show up for the movie’s screening and draw in audiences. “We’re not star chasing,” Henriques said. The Global Revolution organizers choose films from all over the globe with stories that they believe will make audiences think while being entertained. “We don’t care who is in your film,” Henriques said. “If you have a great film and a great story, you’re in.” He said the organizers chose to include web series in the event, something most film festivals don’t do; and there were no restrictions when it came to submissions. They looked for “a great plethora of fantastic films with unique stories.” “That’s what we look for mostly,” Henriques said. “Something different; something outside of the typical things you might see in Hollywood that are telling the same old stories and remakes over and over again.” When judging submissions for the festival six judges look for aspects such as a good storyline, cinematography, production, sound quality and pacing. The filmmaker said they looked for films that made you feel as if you are not watching a movie. “The more that you are drawn away from the story the less points you get,” Henriques said. “A lot of things can draw you away from a story — bad camera angles, bad acting, bad sound. So, anything that takes away from the story, we start deducting points.”

Henriques said there is no quota for how many films of a certain genre they include. What is presented is based on the quality of the movie. “If we get in all comedies that are better than anything else we get, we’re going to show all comedies,” he said. However, this year’s festival includes a variety of genres from a film that explores the current worldwide issue of sex trafficking and is inspired by real events, “I Am Still Here,” to Henriques’ romantic comedy “Rich Boy, Rich Girl” that he co-directed with Judy San Roman. The filmmaker said the comedy is the only one in the festival that features a known actor in the states, C. Thomas Howell, who rose to fame with the 1983 movie “The Outsiders.” Ten two-hour blocks of movies will be shown over the three days. Friday’s films will run from 1 to 9:30 p.m. with a networking session for directors, actors and fans at noon. Saturday’s films will be screened from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., while Sunday’s screenings will be held from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. followed by a closing awards ceremony from 7 to 8 p.m. Each block is $10 or $25 for a day pass (good for all films shown on one day) or $60 for a full festival pass (good for all days and all blocks). Washington hopes that local film lovers will enjoy the new venture at the theater. “We’re honored to be hosting the event and hope it can be enormously successful and become an annual occurrence here in Smithtown,” he said. Henriques said the mission of Global Revolution Film Festival is to show films that will have audience members thinking after they leave the theater. “My main hope is that they walk away and they have films they can talk about where it just doesn’t disappear five minutes afterwards,” he said. “The experience just continues on.” The Smithtown Center for the Performing Arts is located at 2 East Main Street in Smithtown. For more information, call 631-7243700 or visit www.smithtownpac.org.

“Strange Harvest” “Back Stabber” “impervia” “Play-time” “Uncle Chuck” “Pearl Rain” “Forgive Me”

7:30 to 9:30 p.m. {Block 3}

‘Rich Boy, Rich girl”

Aug. 26 10 a.m. to NooN {Block 1}

“Fuerza” “the Last Warriors” “Full Service” “the Man with the Western Hat” “Micro Bites” “Cat Planet” 1 to 3 p.m. {Block 2}

“Fairfield Follies” “the F-word” “a Matter of Seconds”

4 to 6 p.m. {Block 3}

“the torments of Love” “the Bake Job” “Breaking the Silence” “Slapface” “numbness” “Madam trigger” 7 to 9 p.m. {Block 4}

“Power of Prayer” “Pet” “the Son, the Father” “Disco”

Aug. 27 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. {Block 1}

“the accompanying Dancer” “Pechorin” 2 to 4 p.m. {Block 2}

“Jihad”

5 to 7 p.m. {Block 3}

“Dual City” “Cup of tea” “Christina Wood Memorial” “Mirror image” 7 to 8 p.m.

Closing/awards Ceremony

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Colorful sailboats of all sizes will descend on Port Jefferson harbor for the eighth annual Village Cup Regatta on Saturday, Sept. 9. A fundraiser cleverly disguised as a sporting event, the regatta is designed to combine the fun and excitement of sporting achievement while raising money for pancreatic cancer research. The boat race was initiated by the Port Jefferson Yacht Club (formerly Setauket Yacht Club) primarily to call attention to and to support efforts to combat pancreatic cancer, which has claimed the lives of two of its members in recent years. The event also promotes a closer relationship between the club and the village in the wonderful maritime setting they share. Actor and local resident Ralph Macchio will once again act as a community ambassador for the friendly competition between John T. Mather Memorial Hospital and the Village of Port Jefferson, which raises funds for Mather’s Palliative Medicine Program and the Lustgarten Foundation. Over the past seven years, the annual event has raised more than $377,000 for the two organizations. Macchio’s role as ambassador for the regatta for the fifth year is to help publicize the important work of the two programs it funds. Macchio’s wife, Phyllis, is a nurse practitioner in Mather’s Palliative Medicine Program. The regatta consists of yacht club-skippered sailboats divided into two teams representing the hospital and the village. Employees from each organization help crew the boats, which race in one of three classes based on boat size. The festivities begin at Harborfront Park, located at 101 East Broadway in Port Jefferson, at 10 a.m. Regatta T-shirts designed by a local artist and signed by Macchio will be available for purchase along with the event’s commemorative T-shirts, hats and nautical bags. The Memorial Parade of Boats begins at 11 a.m. at the Port Jefferson Village dock. All sailboats participating in

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Join actor Ralph Macchio on Sept. 9 in supporting a most worthy cause.

the regatta will pass by the park dressed in banners and nautical flags. Following the regatta, a celebratory Skipper’s Reception and presentation of the Village Cup will take place at the Port Jefferson Village Center, a restored 1917 shipyard building located next to the Harborfront Park. The cup is currently held by the village, which has earned the cup a total of four times. Mather Hospital has won the cup twice, and weather forced the cancellation of the 2012 race. The event is catered compliments of Schafer’s Port Jefferson restaurant and the Port Jefferson Brewing Company. Businesses, organizations and individuals can support the regatta and the programs it funds by making a donation or purchasing tickets to attend the Skipper’s Reception or view the regatta on a spectator boat. Sponsorships also are available. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.portjeffersonyachtclub.com.

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PHOTO OF THE WEEK

BEACH FUN Jay Gao captured this gorgeous image on July 29 at West Meadow Beach in his hometown of Stony Brook using a Nikon D750 camera. He writes, ‘It had been cloudy all day long. After dinner, I heard from the TV that the sun would be out and sunset would be beautiful. At once, I grabbed my camera and headed to the beach.’

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Local theater pays it forward

Photo courtesy of Engeman Theater

From left, Robert Cogliati, president of the board of trustees, VNSHS; Todd Latchford, group sales manager, Engeman Theater; Barbara Sorelle; event planner, VNSH; Linda Taylor, CEO, VNSHS; and Kevin J. O’Neill, owner, Engeman Theater

On Aug. 9, John W. Engeman Theater owner Kevin J. O’Neill presented a check to Robert Cogliati, president of the board of trustees; Barbara Sorelle, event planner; and Linda Taylor, CEO of Visiting Nurse Service & Hospice of Suffolk Inc. (VNSHS). At a July 12 performance of “Grease,” VNSHS hosted a VIP preshow event, consisting of an open bar, a food spread donated by Northport Caterers and several raffle items. A significant portion of the proceeds from every ticket sold for the evening’s performance went back to VNSHS, along with a contribution from the theater, totaling $12,500. Taylor stated that the funds raised by the event support the organization in various capacities, but that the area most in need of support is the hospice house. “We really enjoy working with everyone at the theater on these events,” Taylor added. “It is a real team effort to contribute to Visiting Nurse Service and the hospice house.”

The event was part of the Engeman Theater’s Fundraising Program, through which not-for-profit organizations within the community can raise funds to support their specific programs and causes through Main Stage performances at the theater. At each fundraising event, a significant portion of the ticket sales proceeds goes back to the host organization. VNSHS is a not-for-profit, community-based home health care and hospice agency, responding to community needs as they arise, maintaining a tradition of charitable and compassionate care in the home, and providing community service activities such as blood drives, bereavement support and flu clinics. “Visiting Nurse Service does phenomenal work, and I think Northport is a better place as the result of their efforts,” said O’Neill. “They are another staple in the community, and we’re proud to support the incredibly valuable work they do.”

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Sauteed Zucchini Parmesan YIELD: Makes four servings INGREDIENTS: • • • • • •

2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons minced shallots Four 8-ounce zucchini, julienned Coarse salt and pepper, to taste 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill, thyme or oregano • 4 ounces grated Parmesan cheese DIRECTIONS: In a large skillet over low heat, heat butter and oil. Add shallots and sauté until opaque and soft, 5 to 10 minutes. Raise heat to medium, add zucchini and cook, tossing frequently, until just soft and starting to turn brown. Add salt, pepper and herbs. While zucchini is still hot, sprinkle grated cheese over it. Serve immediately with meat, poultry, fish or eggs.

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Zucchini-Arugula Soup YIELD: Makes 4 to 6 servings INGREDIENTS: • • • • • •

2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 2 cups minced onion 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth 2 pounds zucchini 1 bunch arugula (4 to 5 loosely packed cups) • Salt, freshly ground pepper and fresh lemon juice, to taste • ½ cup cream DIRECTIONS: In a medium-large pot, melt butter; add oil and onions, cover and cook over low heat, stirring occasionally until onions are slightly browned and soft, 20 to 30 minutes. Add broth and bring to a boil. Meanwhile, wash and scrub zucchini, trim and coarsely chop. (If the zucchini are very large, it’s best to remove the seeds too.) Add zucchini to broth, reduce heat, cover and simmer until zucchini are mushy. Wash arugula and trim stems. Remove pot from heat and add arugula: cover and let sit until slightly cooled. Pour soup through a strainer; reserve liquid. In an electric processor puree the solids and one cup of the liquid until smooth. Return pureed mixture to pot. Gradually add 2 to 3 more cups reserved liquid until soup reaches desired consistency. Add salt, pepper and lemon juice. Ladle into soup dishes and just before serving swirl a tablespoon or so of cream in each one. Serve hot, warm, at room temperature or cold with crusty bread, sliced tomatoes and corn or as a first course.

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Port Jefferson Dance Academy Port Jefferson Dance Academy was found in 1995 by Tara A. Lennstrom. Celebrating its 23rd year, the goal of the dance academy is to give students and parents an enjoyable experience while learning the joy of dance. Director, Tara A. Lennstrom is a member of Dance Masters of America, Dance Educators of America, Professional Dance Teachers. Dancing for 40 years and teaching for over 25 years, a graduate of Ward Melville High School and Dean College, she received a degree in Dance Education. Tara has done choreography for local schools and has numerous performance credits including Eglevsky Nutcracker, Bi-Centennial Liberty Tap Dancer and Sesame Street and Friends. In addition, she has been recognized

by ‘Who’s Who in Dance’ National Organization. Classes are offered in all forms of dance including Tap, Jazz, Ballet, Hip-Hop and Lyrical as well as a Pre-school Program for the 3-5 year old dancer. In addition to their year round program, they also offer a Summer program and a Princess Dance Camp. All classes are taught by certified adult teachers in a family friendly atmosphere. The annual year end Recital is held at Stony Brook University at the Staller Center. The studio is also home to the Port Jefferson Dance Company which is a Community Service based Performance group, and is also home to the 2016 & 2018 Disney Dancers! Stop in or call for more information about the studio and its upcoming registration for its 23rd season! ©150034

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A Joyful Place to Learn

Montessori School @ Old Field is a school born out of a need to provide an authentic Montessori program for children here on Long Island. The school hopes to move as close to what Dr. Montessori envisioned and how her method was to be practiced. The school has a teaching staff that shares a common educational philosophy that is based on Montessori principles. The school believes that the Montessori Method cannot be compromised or watered down. The school’s goal is to provide a total Montessori curriculum that is integrated and sequential. The school offers multi-aged groupings which is an essential feature of the Montessori Method. The Casa dei Bambini program includes children from ages 3 to 6. The elementary program includes children from 6 to 12 years old. Only AMI-trained Montessori teachers are employed by this school. The environment is clean, bright, and cheerful. The classroom is equipped only with approved AMI Montessori materials. The school adheres by the principles and objectives set by the Association Montessori Internationale. The Montessori curriculum offered at this school not only meets but exceeds the New York State Department of Education for private school education. This Montessori School is a New York State Department of Education Charter School.

OPEN HOUSE August 25 10 am - 12 noon

NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION CHARTER SCHOOL ©150028

Please Call Ditas McHugh, AMI Diploma, Bergamo, Italy 631.599.4080 For Your Private Tour

1 Dyke Rd., East Setauket • 631-675-6757

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IN HARM’S WAY

In Harm’s Way A new exhibition at the Long Island Museum

PAST PRESENT & FUTURE

A SYMPOSIUM John H. Cornell, Jr., Storm surge, Long Island, 1991.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 28 • 9:45 A.M.- 3:30 P.M. Five years after Super Storm Sandy rocked the Northeast and sent residents running for shelter, historians, architects, folklorists and real-life victims address the region’s recovery eﬀorts and what to do when the next big one hits. $12/person $10/members, seniors & students How to register: Phone (631) 751-0066 x212 Email bchiarelli@longislandmuseum.org

1200 ROUTE 25A • STONY BROOK, NY (631) 751-0066 • longislandmuseum.org

From October 6 through December 31, in collaboration with Long Island Traditions, the Long Island Museum in Stony Brook will present In Harm’s Way. Storms and hurricanes have an epic history on Long Island and in Upstate New York, from the September 1938 “Long Island Express” hurricane to the devastating winds and waves of Superstorm Sandy in 2012. Now, on the 5th anniversary of Sandy, In Harm’s Way will explore how local residents and government agencies prepare and recover from natural disasters in the wake of Sandy, as well as Hurricanes Lee, Irene and other storms throughout history through stories, photographs, objects and architectural models. The exhibition examines how individuals and families prepare for severe weather events, how communities protect their coastlines, and how these actions have changed over time. The museum will host In Harm’s Way: Past, Present and Future, a full-day symposium on Saturday, October 28th featuring an informative and educational discussion on storm preparation and recovery with local historians, folklorists, community planners and architects. Anyone interested in participating may contact Beth Chiarelli at bchiarelli@longislandmuseum.org. Pre-registration and prepayment are required. On Sunday, November 12 at 2 p.m. Director of Long Island Traditions Nancy Solomon will facilitate a roundtable discussion with storm survivors from Upstate New York, North Carolina, Long Island and Staten Island on coping and rebuilding after Mother Nature’s wrath. This program is free with regular museum admission. Finally, on December 3 at 2 p.m., Nancy Solomon will lead a free guided tour of the In Harm’s Way exhibition, highlighting how Long Island’s vulnerable coastline has changed over the decades. Located at 1200 Route 25A in Stony Brook, the Long Island Museum is a Smithsonian Affiliate dedicated to enriching the lives of adults and children with an understanding of Long Island’s rich history and diverse cultures. Museum exhibitions are open Thursdays through Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. For more information, visit longislandmuseum.org.

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Poor training squanders talent Proper training enhances it.

Principal Dancer Brianna Jimenez, 14

SEISKAYA BALLET

7 Flowerfield Suite 16, St. James 631-862-6925 & 862-1722 www.seiskaya.com

Harbor Country Day School

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~ Get it right the first time! ~

Founded in 1974, Seiskaya Ballet quickly established itself as the premiere ballet training center on Long Island. Seiskaya offers two separate programs: Seiskaya OPEN for the student seeking enrichment through classical dance, and the Seiskaya Ballet Academy, for serious dancers who display the facilities, technical prowess and musicality necessary for a career-oriented dancer. A unified pedagogical approach to ballet training, steeped in Russian tradition, serves as the basis for all instruction. Under the direction of Master Teacher Mde. Valia Seiskaya, Seiskaya Ballet’s experienced staff provides an unparalleled dance education in spacious professional facilities which feature modern composite flooring, air conditioning, plus audio, video and print libraries. Our website at www.seiskaya.com provides information on current class schedules and fees, policies and procedures for registration plus contact information. Fall 2017 registration is now open. Seiskaya Ballet’s 2017 Nutcracker production is scheduled for six performances December 15-18 at Stony Brook University’s Staller Center for the Arts. This classical ballet rendition has earned praise from critics and audiences alike. Over the years Newsday reviewers have described Seiskaya’s Nutcracker as: “ENCHANTING,” “Polished,” “...child friendly - a storyteller’s Nutcracker...,” “...lavish... and ...sumptuous...”and “...A Seasoned Recipe For Holiday Cheer.” So whether you are a child or an adult seeking ballet lessons, a balletomane in search of quality performances or an athlete requiring additional agility, strength and endurance, Seiskaya Ballet offers something for everyone. With over 75 professional ballet careers launched, world class training is at your doorstep.

Founded in 1958 by conscientious parents, Harbor Country Day School is an independent, co-educational day school for children from preschool through eighth grade situated in St. James’ Village of Head of the Harbor. The school employs a whole-child approach to education and gives students a unique school experience, not only in academics, but also in life lessons. The experience is founded on character development, leadership, and self-confidence. To help each child develop these skills and habits of mind, Harbor believes in addressing each student’s social, emotional, intellectual, physical, and creative needs; in other words, developing all facets of each child. While establishing a firm foundation of basic academic skills within an innovative program, Harbor ensures that each child’s needs are at the center of all lesson planning. This unique approach challenges each student to reach his or her own personal and academic potential. As a result, Harbor students know how to advocate for themselves, while also understanding how to collaborate well with others, work independently, and solve problems creatively. The school’s motto, “Sine labore nihil” (“Without work nothing”), exemplifies this goal and serves as the backbone of its academic program. This motto is weaved throughout the school’s curriculum. The school’s mission to “cherish childhood, cultivate wonder, and inspire confident learners and leaders” serves as the “heart” of the school. The words of this mission statement underscore every child’s experience at Harbor Country Day School and ensure that all of its graduates leave Harbor as confident young adults who possess a genuine love for learning and who are prepared to lead fulfilling lives.

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★★★

Celebrating Our 25th Year

ome experience the finest, most talented, creative, award winning staff who will motivate your child to do the best they can! The benefits your children will receive while dancing at TJE are the qualities every child needs to succeed - focus, concentration, self-confidence and self esteem, plus they’ll make a ton of new friends and most of all they will be having fun while learning the many forms of dance! TJE is a studio with a heart! We pride ourselves on our involvement in the community, with special needs children, disaster relief (local and nationwide)! It’s more than just dance at TJE! The best part of TJE is the wonderful families that have been with us over the years and the many still with us since opening in 1993. Our studio has attracted the nicest families around which has only helped make our studio what it is today! We look forward to you joining our family!

JAZZ ★ HIP HOP ★ BALLET ★ TAP ★ LYRICAL ★ CHARACTER ★ ACRO OPEN/CONTEMPORARY ★ JUMPS & TURNS TECHNIQUE ★ INTRO TO DANCE COMBO ★ TINY DANCER ★ ACRO/HIP HOP ★ BREAK DANCE BOYS HIP HOP ★ SPECIAL NEEDS

★★★ 556 North Country Road ★ St. James 631.584.6888

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Historical society receives grant from Gardiner Foundation

Northport Historical Society recently announced that the Robert David Lion Gardiner Foundation has awarded the Society a capacity building grant in the amount of $37,271. The funding will be used to strengthen and enhance the stewardship of the Society’s historic collection and resources and provide for greater outreach to the communities it serves, namely Northport, East Northport, Asharoken, Eaton’s Neck, Crab Meadow, and Fort Salonga. Funds earmarked for the Gardiner capacity building grant center around the development of a comprehensive business plan designed to expand awareness about the Society’s projects, services, and events; determine methods to catalogue and share its Collection; and develop exciting ways to incorporate technology into its exhibits. “We’re elated that the Gardiner Foundation awarded the NHS this substantial grant and in doing so, validates the Board’s belief that it is imperative for the Society to develop a long range business strategy at this moment in time,” said NHS President, Ted Kaplan. “We’re intent on growing the NHS’s audience and engaging the communities we serve to the best of our ability — and this grant lays the foundation for doing just that,” he added. “The Robert David Lion Gardiner Foundation views the Northport Historical Society’s location, collections and programming as a vital part of its community and a key to the economic growth of downtown Northport. This grant will prepare them to move forward to a new era of outreach and engagement,” said Kathryn M. Curran, Executive Director of the Robert David Lion Gardiner Foundation. In order to meet the needs of its community and better prepare for future audiences, The Society’s Board of Directors has determined that its single most important capacity building requirement is to make the 100-year old Museum building ADA accessible. By instituting the methods and goals outlined in the Gardiner grant, the NHS is confident that the development of a multi-tiered business plan will increase community involvement in the project and provide the framework to make that goal a reality.

Above, members of the Northport Historical Society and the Gardiner Foundation Located in the historic 1914 Carnegie Library building on Northport Village’s Main Street, the NHS is the only local organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the history of the communities comprising the Northport-East Northport School District. Open six days a week, year-round, and operating with a part-time staff and numerous volunteers, the Society provides educational programs for both children and adults, and its Museum building serves as a central repository

Photo from Northport Historical Society

for the historic objects, photos and papers which encompass the heritage of the area. NHS exhibits and programs like their “Sunday at the Society” lecture series, historic walking tours, and quarterly Book Club meetings, encourage interest and appreciation for all things historical in the Northport area and make the Northport Historical Society one of the most active organizations in the area. For more information, call 631-7579859 or visit www.northporthistorical.org.

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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 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 All are Welcome to Begin Again. Come Pray With Us. Rev. Jerry DiSpigno, Pastor Oﬃce of Christian Formation • (631) 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 Reconciliation 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

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 Parish Office email: parish@stjamessetauket.org Oﬃce Hours: Monday-Saturday 9 am - 2 pm

Mission Statement: Beloved daughters and sons of the Catholic parish of St. James, formed as the Body of Christ through the waters of Baptism, are a pilgrim community on Camiño-toward the fullness of the Kingdom of God, guided by the Holy Spirit. Our response to Jesus’ invitation to be faithful and fruitful disciples requires us to be nurtured by the Eucharist and formed by the Gospel’s call to be a Good Samaritan to neighbor and enemy. That in Jesus’ name we may be a welcoming community respectful of life in all its diversities and beauty; stewards of and for God’s creation; and witnesses to Faith, Hope and Charity. Rev. James-Patrick Mannion, Pastor Rev. Gerald Cestare, Associate Pastor 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) Friday 9:00 am – 12:00 pm, Saturday 9:00 am – 2:00 pm Baptisms: Contact the Oﬃce at the end of the third month (pregnancy) to set date 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 Bereavement: (631) 941-4141 x 341 Faith Formation Oﬃce: (631) 941-4141 x 328 Outreach: (631) 941-4141 x 333 Our Lady of Wisdom Regional School: (631) 473-1211 Our Daily Bread Sunday Soup Kitchen 3 pm

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” Worship hour is 8:30 am and 10 am Sunday School and Childcare oﬀered at 10:00 am open to all children (infants to 8th grade). The last Sunday of every month is our Welcome Sunday Service. This service has been intentionally designed to include persons of diﬀering abilities from local group homes. We are an Open and Affirming Congregation.

EPISCOPAL

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

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

www.allsouls–stonybrook.org • allsoulsepiscopalchurch@verizon.net Please come and welcome our new Priest: The Rev. Farrell D. Graves, Ph.D., Vicar 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.

EPISCOPAL

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 and 10:00 am Camp Caroline for children 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 Services 8 am & 10 am 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 INTERNATIONAL BAPTIST CHURCH Loving God • Loving Others • Sharing the Gospel

1266 N. Country Road, Stony Brook, NY 11790 (631) 689-7660 • www.internationalbaptistsb.org Pastor Hank Kistler Sunday Worship 11 am Thursday Small Groups 7 pm Vacation Bible School - August 14-18 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Ages 4-6th grade FREE! All Welcome!

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!

To be listed in the Religious Directory, please call 631–751–7663

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Religious 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*

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YOUNG ISRAEL OF CORAM

Coram Jewish Center 981 Old Town Rd., Coram • (631) 698–3939 www.YIC.org • YoungIsraelofCoram@gmail.com

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

Services Friday night & Saturday morning followed by a hot buffet Learn about Judaism • Jewish Holidays Adult Education Classes • Bar/Bat Mitzvah Classes available Internationally known Prominent Lecturers • Guest Speakers HEBREW SCHOOL REGISTRATION 2017-2018 Free Hebrew School Experienced teachers who make learning fun “THE ETERNAL FLAME • THE ETERNAL LIGHT” Sundays • Channel 20 • 10:00am

CHABAD AT STONY BROOK

Put Meaning in Your Life

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

LUTHERAN–ELCA

“Judaism with a smile”

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

NORTH SHORE JEWISH CENTER

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

Cantor Daniel Kramer Executive Director Marcie Platkin Principal Heather Welkes Youth Director Jen Schwartz Services: Friday at 8 pm; Saturday at 9:15 am Daily morning and evening minyan- Call for times. Tot Shabbat • Family Services • Sisterhood • Men’s Club Seniors’ Club • Youth Group • Continuing Ed Adult Bar/Bat Mitzvah • Judaica Shop • Food Pantry Lecture Series • Jewish Film Series NSJC JEWISH LEARNING CENTER RELIGIOUS SCHOOL Innovative curriculum and programming for children ages 5-13 Imagine a synagogue that feels like home! Come connect with us on your Jewish journey. Member United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism

TEMPLE ISAIAH (REFORM)

1404 Stony Brook Road, Stony Brook • (631) 751–8518 www.tisbny.org A warm and caring intergenerational community dedicated to learning, prayer, social action, and friendship. Member Union for Reform Judaism

Rabbi David Katz Cantor Marcey Wagner Rabbi Emeritus Stephen A. Karol Rabbi Emeritus Adam D. Fisher Cantor Emeritus Michael F. Trachtenberg

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

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 New worship times for the summer: 8:30am and 10:30am Starting from June 25th 2017 - September 3rd 2017 Vacation Bible School August 14 - 18 • 9am to 12pm • Children aged 3 to 11 Drama Camp August 21 - 25 • Children aged 4 to 11

ST. PAULS LUTHERAN CHURCH

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

Rev. Paul A. Downing, Pastor email: pastorpauldowning@yahoo.com • pastor’s cell: 347–423–3623 Services: Sundays-9:30am for July and August—Holy Communion Sunday School during 9:30 service Wednesday evening — 7:30 pm Holy Communion Friday Morning—Power of Prayer Hour 10:30 am Coﬀee Hour after Sunday Service on the lawn—weather permitting

METHODIST BETHEL AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH 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

METHODIST FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Welcome to our church! We invite you to Worship with us! Come check us out! Jeans are okay! Open Table Communion 1st Sunday every month. 603 Main Street, Port Jefferson Church Office- (631) 473–0517 Rev. Sandra J. Moore - Pastor Sunday Worship - 9:30 am (summer), 10:00 am (September) Children’s Sunday School - Sept. to June (Sunday School sign up form on Web) Email- 1stumc@optonline.net Web- http://www.pjfumc.org

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

Rev. Steven kim, Pastor

www.setauketumc.org • SUMCNY@aol.com Sunday Worship Service & Church School 10 am Holy Communion 1st Sunday of Month Mary & Martha Circle (Women’s Ministry) monthly on 2nd Tuesday at 1pm

STONY BROOK COMMUNITY CHURCH UNITED METHODIST

216 Christian Ave., Stony Brook, 11790 Church Office: 631-751-0574 stonybrookcommunitychurch@gmail.com www.stonybrookcommunitychurch.org Rev. chuck Van Houten, Pastor Connecting people to God, purpose and each other Sunday Worship 10:00 am Sunday School 10:00 am

Renewing, Restoring, Reviving for the 21st Century!

PRESBYTERIAN

SETAUKET PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

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

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

Rev. Mary, Barrett Speers, pastor

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.facebook.com/welcomefriendssoupkitchen Welcome Friends Soup Kitchen Prep Site: tfolliero@yahoo.com 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.

COMMACK UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 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

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RELIGION

St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church nears 100 years

St. Paul’s Church in Port Jefferson Station

Photo from St. Paul’s Church

By Jill WeBB St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church’s first meeting was held on Dec. 13, 1917, marking its 100th anniversary this upcoming December. During the church’s first meeting, as the then-called The English Lutheran church of Port Jefferson Station, the Rev. Pallmeyer and his associates decided that services would be held at the Grange Hall on Route 112 and Union Street. Back then, the hall’s rent was only $10 per month. The church has faced hardships over the past century. During the Depression, the church found difficulty in acquiring a full-time pastor along with acquiring guest pastors. This forced the church to close its doors for a year before reopening as the renamed St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, now at 309 Patchogue Road (Route 112),

hope that Christ brings to the world that we are part of,” Port Jefferson Station. Currently the church has approximately 150 mem- Downing said. “That’s exciting to be able to share that.” Noting the division in politics, Downing strives to bridge bers. “We are small but mighty,” said the president of the church council, Betsy Prosser. John Reiersen, the chair- the gap of differences with his faith. While he realizes that man of the 100th anniversary committee, emphasizes the ethnically the Port Jefferson area has little diversity, he has welcoming atmosphere at the church over the 45 years noticed there are clear divisions in points of view, talents he’s been a member. “We’re known as the friendly church and gifts. Growing up in a congregation in Queens, “diversity was obvious and plentiful,” Downing said. “This conon top of the hill,” he said. Pastor Paul Downing, who has been with the church gregation has taught me that diversity takes a lot of forms.” As their 100th anniversary nears, the congregation has a for four years, said the church has lasted so long due to the commitment of the members. “They’re committed not lot planned for the celebration. “We got a theme during the only to coming together to have a worship home, but also year for the 100th year anniversary: ‘Let’s not look 100 years old,’” Sehlmeyer said. “We’ve done an awful lot in terms of to serve the community,” Downing said. One of the ways St. Paul’s serves the community is upgrading the church to make it’s appearance nice.” Downing is also incorporating what he calls “flashback through feeding the hungry. The church does a soup kitchen twice a week on Sundays and Wednesdays, feed- services” into Sunday Worship. Working their way back to 1917, each Sunday the service will be ing around 40 to 60 people each time. They do these soup kitchens through the ‘Everything that happened here based on what is was like 10 years prior. “We just did 1967 so we used the hymWelcome Friends organization, which is — whether somebody had a nal liturgy from that time with all the an interfaith not-for-profit corporation ‘thees’ and ‘thous’ and the older version serving the Port Jefferson area. Through baby, somebody got married ... of the scripture,” Downing said. Going Welcome Friends, each day of the week along with the decade theme, there have a different place of worship hosts the it made the newspapers.’ been film screenings every few weeks in soup kitchen. “People have a place to go — John Sehlmeyer which a popular film is screened from each and everyday to get a good meal,” that decade at the church. In August, Downing said. Their devotion to the community can be attributed to their motto “God’s work, they will end with a screening of “WALL-E.” In September, they have a weekend planned to celour hands,” Prosser said, adding, “and sometimes our feet.” In an obvious contrast to the busy road it resides on to- ebrate the past 100 years, in which all current and past day, the area around St. Paul’s used to be very rural, caus- members are invited. It will start with a wine and cheese ing the church to stand out. According to John Sehlmeyer, reception on Friday, Sept. 22. On the Saturday, they will the vice president of the council, the church became a hub attend a dinner dance at the Polish Hall in Port Jefferto the area’s residents. “Everything that happened here — son Station and will finish up the festivities with a special whether somebody had a baby, somebody got married or 100th anniversary worship service on the Sunday, with somebody visited from out of town — it made the newspa- Bishop Robert Rimbo officiating. Rimbo is the bishop of pers,” Sehlmeyer said. “All of the community always came the Metropolitan New York Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. “It’s a pretty action-packed and attended these events.” A struggle St. Paul’s has been trying to overcome is the weekend,” Reiersen said. The longevity of the church can be accredited to the decline in millennial church attendance. They are constantly putting forth initiatives, including an outreach to Stony member’s dedication to it’s mission: Bringing the word Brook University to promote how close the church is to the of God to both the churched and the un-churched. “The railroad station. “We’re hoping to see some kind of a rebirth thing you got to avoid is controversy, because in any orgawhere people start valuing attendance,” Reiersen said. He nization there are troublemakers. You just kind of have to have a leadership that can recognize that, and remember sees a potential rise in attendance with Generation Z. Downing sees raising the attendance as more of a what the mission is,” Reiersen said. “It’s a rule for any orchallenge than a struggle. “It’s just like when the church ganization: Don’t sweat the small stuff and stick to going started, when you have this curiosity and this message of after the mission.”

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KNOWLEDGE SEEKERS

SBU’s Alex Orlov measures risks in nanomaterials Harnassing the Technology of our Research Giants

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

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for the fourth week of August VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 BY DANIEL DUNAIEF The Ukranian-born Alex Orlov, who is an associate professor of materials science and chemical engineering at Stony Brook University, helps officials in a delicate balancing act. Orlov, who is a member of the US-EU working group on Risk Assessment of Nanomaterials, helps measure, monitor and understand the hazards associated with nanoparticles, which regulatory bodies then compare to the benefit these particles have in consumer products. “My research, which is highlighted by the European Union Commission, demonstrated that under certain conditions, [specific] nanoparticles might not be safe,” Orlov said via Skype from Cambridge, England, where he has been a visiting professor for the past four summers. For carbon nanotubes, which are used in products ranging from sports equipment to vehicles and batteries, those conditions include exposure to humidity and sunlight. “Instead of banning and restricting their production” they can be reformulated to make them safer, he said. Orlov described how chemical companies are conducting research to enhance the safety of their products. Globally, nanotechnology has become a growing industry, as electronics and drug companies search for ways to benefit from different physical properties that exist on a small scale. Long Island has become a focal point for research in this arena, particularly at the Center for Functional Nanomaterials and the National Synchrotron Light Source II at Brookhaven National Laboratory. Indeed, Orlov is working at the University of Cambridge to facilitate partnerships between researchers in the chemistry departments of the two universities, while benefiting from the facilities at BNL. “We exchange some new materials between Cambridge and Stony Brook,” he said. “We use BNL to test those materials.” BNL is an “essential facility,” Orlov said, and is where the

postdoctoral student in his lab and the five graduate students spend 30 to 60 percent of their time. The data he and his team collect can help reduce risks related to the release of nanomaterials and create safer products, he suggested. “Most hazardous materials on Earth can be handled in a safe way,” Orlov said. “Most scientific progress and environmental protection can be merged together. Understanding the environmental impact of new technologies and reducing their risks to the environment should be at the core of scientific and technological progress.” According to Orlov, the European Union spends more money on technological safety than the United States. European regulations, however, affect American companies, especially those that export products to companies in the European Union. Orlov has studied how quickly toxic materials might be released in the environment under different conditions. “What we do in our lab is put numbers” on the amount of a substance released, he said, which informs a more quantitative understanding of the risks posed by a product. Regulators seek a balance between scientific progress and industrial development in the face of uncertainty related to new technologies. As policy makers consider the economics of regulations, they weigh the estimated cost against that value. For example, if the cost of implementing a water treatment measure is $3 million and the cost of a human life is $7 million, it’s more economical to create a water treatment plan. Orlov teaches a course in environmental engineering. “These are the types of things I discuss with students,” he said. “For them, it’s eye opening. They are engineers. They don’t deal with economics.” In his own research, Orlov recently published an article in which he analyzed the potential use of concrete to remove pollutants like sulfur dioxide from the air.

Virgo, even if you have a lot to get done, you will be able to make decisions on your feet and adapt as the situation calls for it this week. Changes can come about quickly.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23

Actively explore any impulses you may have over the next few days, Libra. You may not have the freedom for such exploration beyond this week, so act soon.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22

Scorpio, some time relaxing seems like the ideal scenario right now. But you’re not prone to sitting still too long. Look for activities that keep you engaged.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21

You are in your element this week, Sagittarius. Expect to be soaring on good vibes for several days. There is nothing pressing to pull you in another direction, so keep sailing along.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Photo by Nathan Pitt, University of Cambridge

Alex Orlov on the campus of the University of Cambridge While concrete is the biggest material people produce by weight and volume, most of it is wasted when a building gets demolished. “What we discovered,” said Orlov, who published his work in the Journal of Chemical Engineering, “is that if you take this concrete and expose new surfaces, it takes in pollutants again.” Fotis Sotiropoulos, the dean of the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences at SBU, said Orlov has added to the understanding of the potential benefits of using concrete to remove pollutants. Other researchers have worked only with carbon dioxide, and there is “incomplete and/or even nonexistent data for other pollutants,” Sotiropoulos explained in an email. Orlov’s research could be helpful for city planners especially for end-of-life building demolition, Sotiropoulous continued. Manufacturers could take concrete from an old, crushed building and pass waste through this concrete in smokestacks. To be sure, the production of concrete itself is energy intensive and generates pollutants like carbon dioxide and nitrogen dioxide. “It’s not the case that concrete would take as much [pollutants]

out of the air as was emitted during production,” Orlov said. On balance, however, recycled concrete could prove useful not only in reducing waste but also in removing pollutants from the air. Orlov urged an increase in the recycling of concrete, which varies in the amount that’s recycled. He has collaborated on other projects, such as using small amounts of gold to separate water, producing hydrogen that could be used in fuel cells. “The research showed a promising way to produce clean hydrogen from water,” Sotiropoulos said. As for his work at Cambridge, Orlov appreciates the value the scientists in the United Kingdom place on their collaboration with their Long Island partners. “Cambridge faculty from disciplines ranging from archeology to chemistry are aware of the SBU/BNL faculty members and their research,” Orlov said. A resident of Smithtown, Orlov has been on Long Island for eight years. In his spare time, he enjoys hiking and exploring new areas. As for his work, Orlov hopes his work helps regulators make informed decisions that protect consumers while making scientific and technological advances possible.

Capricorn, now may seem like a good time to allow your imagination to run wild, especially if the going gets tough. However, you need to be fully present this week.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18

Optimism is always good, Aquarius. But you may need to look at all sides of the situation right now if you are to make an informed choice about something important.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20

Pisces, if you are having difficulty asking for something you desire, practice what you want to say and test out your delivery on a friend.

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20

Aries, even though you need to concentrate, do not turn up the intensity so much that it becomes stressful. Take a break every now and then to unwind and get away.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21

Taurus, you are eager to listen and learn, but you also want to create your own experiences and share them with others. Find a balance between being a teacher and a student.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21

Gemini, you excel at thinking through decisions before making them. This careful approach tends to work in your favor, but some decisions can be made more quickly than others.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22

Cancer, an important decision must be made in the very near future. Your judgment may be clouded by extraneous information, so try to block unnecessary noise.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23

You are at a turning point in your life and now may be a good time to make a few key changes, Leo. They may involve making new friends or exploring a new career.

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TIMES

Thursday 24 Greek Festival

The Greek Orthodox Church of the Assumption, 430 Sheep Pasture Road, Port Jefferson will host its 56th annual Greek Festival today from 5 to 10 p.m., Aug. 25 from 5 to 11 p.m., Aug. 26 from 1 to 11 p.m. and Aug. 27 from 1 to 10 p.m. Featuring live music, dancing, authentic Greek food, carnival rides, vendors, church tours, raffles, fireworks and children's activities. Admission is $2 adults, free for children under 12. Call 473-0829 or visit www. portjeffgreekfest.com.

...and dates AUGUST 24 TO AUGUST 31, 2017

Community Yard Sale

Heritage Park, 633 Mount Sinai-Coram Road in Mount Sinai will host its final Community Yard Sale of the summer tonight from 5 to 8 p.m. Shop from vendors offering comic books, DVDs, clothing, housewares and more at yard sale prices. Listen to live music and enjoy an ice cream while you browse. Call 509-0882 for more information.

Eagles tribute concert

Enjoy a free outdoor concert featuring Eagles tribute band, Desert Highway, at Smith Haven Mall's Lifestyle Village, Moriches Road, Lake Grove from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Bring seating. Call 724-8066.

Summerfest in Northport

The Northport Chamber of Commerce will present its annual Summerfest at the Robert W. Krueger Bandshell in Northport Village Park at 7:30 p.m. Tonight's performance will be by Santana tribute band, Milagro. Bring a blanket or chair. Free. Call 754-3905 for further details.

Friday 25 Greek Festival See Aug. 24 listing.

Tribute to America concert

The Long Island State Veterans Home, located at 100 Patriots Road, Stony Brook will present a free Tribute to America concert under the stars from 6:30 to 10 p.m. Featuring opening performer Tommy Sullivan, a performance by SixGun Band from 7:30 to 9 p.m. and topped off with a laser light show at 9:15 p.m. Bring seating. Parking available in Staff Parking Lot A with shuttle buses throughout the evening. Questions? Call 4448606 or visit www.lisvh.org.

Happenings on Main Street

The Northport Arts Coalition will host a concert at the Northport Village Park Patio at the Dock at 7 p.m. featuring the HooDoo Loungers (New Orleans swing). Free. Weather permitting. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Dogs allowed. Visit www.northportarts.org.

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

Brother Sun in concert

The Greater Port Jefferson-Northern Brookhaven Arts Council will present Brother Sun in their final concert at Benner's Farm, 56 Gnarled Hollow Road, Setauket at 4 p.m. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. No pets please. Tickets in advance are $20 at www.gpjac.org; $25 at the gate. Questions? Call 473-5220 before the event and 689-8172 on the day of the event.

Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson will host the final night of the 12th annual Long Island Comedy Festival at 8 p.m. Hosted by Paul Anthony. Enjoy an evening of laughter and hilarious fun with stand-ups Scott Schendlinger, Rich Walker, Carie Karavas and Keith Anthony. Tickets are $39. To order, call 928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

The Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport will host a MidSummer Night Dance at 6:30 p.m. showcasing the hustle by Donna DeSimone. Held rain or shine in the museum's celebration tent overlooking Northport Bay. Tickets are $22 online at www.vanderbiltmuseum.org, $30 at the door. Call 854-5579 for more info.

The Huntington Historical Society will host a Historic Walking Tour & Pub Crawl of the Village of Huntington at 6:30 p.m. Led by town historian Robert C. Hughes, the tour will discuss notable buildings and events in the village's history and development while visiting three establishments for a pint or two. Meet at the Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Building, 228 Main Street, Huntington. $20 per person, $15 for members. Drinks not included. Call 427-7045 for reservations.

The Cumsewogue Historical Society will host Saturday Museum Days every Saturday from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Terryville Union Hall, 358 Terryville Road, Terryville through Sept. 2. Stop in and chat about the old days and view historic artifacts, photos of the area and maps. For more information, call 928-7622.

Comedy Festival in Port Jeff

Mid-Summer Night Dances

Walking Tour and Pub Crawl

Summer Saturday Museum Days

Sunday 27 Greek Festival See Aug. 24 listing.

BIDDING A FOND FAREWELL Benner's Farm in Setauket, in partnership with the Greater Port Jefferson-Northern Brookhaven Arts Council, will host Brother Sun's final eastern Long Island concert on Aug. 27 at 4 p.m. Join them in celebrating the six-year collaboration of Pat Wictor, Joe Jencks and Greg Greenway as they close this chapter in their careers and look forward to new horizons. Photo by Neale Eckstein

Musical Moments in Kings Park

The Kings Park Chamber of Commerce along with the Kings Park Civic Association will present Musical Moments, free outdoor concerts on Fridays at 7:30 p.m. at Russ Savatt Park, 14 Main Street through Aug. 25. This week will feature The Acoustix (country/rock). Bring seating. Inclement weather cancels. Call 292-2083.

Poets in Port

The Northport Arts Coalition will present Poets in Port at Caffe Portofino, 249 Main St., Northport at 7:30 p.m. Featured poet will be James Paul Wagner followed by an open reading. Free. Visit www.northportarts.org for more information.

Jazz in the Living Room

Join the Smithtown Township Arts Council for Ranny Reeve’s Jazz in the Living Room at the Mills Pond House, 660 Route 25A, St. James at 7:30 p.m. Bring your own instrument. Everyone plays. Admission is $5 to participate, free for listeners. For further information, call 862-6575.

Comedy Festival in Port Jeff

Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson will host the first night of the 12th annual Long Island Comedy Festival at 8 p.m. Hosted by Paul Anthony. Enjoy an evening of laughter and hilarious fun with stand-ups Stevie G.B., Kevin Downey Jr., Tom Daddario and Keith Anthony. Tickets are $39. To order, call 9289100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

Comedy in the Café

The Sky Room Café at the Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington will welcome standup comedians Emma Willmann and Mike Cross at 9:30 p.m. Tickets are $10, $9 members. Call 423-7811 for more information.

Saturday 26 Greek Festival See Aug. 24 listing.

Inbeon Con

The Melville Marriott, 1350 Walt Whitman Road, Melville will present Inbeon Con from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Celebrate your love of anime, comics, cosplay and gaming. Meet local artists, costume designers, animators and game developers. Admission is $15 per person. Questions? Call 516-380-5900.

Yard Sale & Craft Fair

Davis Town Meeting House Society Inc. will hold a Yard Sale & Craft Fair on Aug. 26 at the Lester Davis House, 263 Middle Country Road, Coram, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Too much to list. Call 804-2256 for details.

Railroad Festival

Join the Railroad Museum of Long Island, 416 Griffing Ave., Riverhead in celebrating its 27th annual Railroad Festival today and Aug. 27 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. See many operating toy train layouts in G, O, HO, N and Z scale, view a Lionel toy train layout, ride the 1964 LIRR Pavilion World's Fair Train and much more. Admission is $10 adults, $5 children, under 5 years of age free. Call 727-7920 or visit www.rmli.org.

William Miller House Tours

The Miller Place-Mount Sinai Historical Society offers guided tours of the William Miller House (circa 1720), 75 North Country Road, Miller Place every Saturday from noon to 2 p.m. throughout the summer. Stop by and take a step into history. Learn what it was like to live at different times throughout the past 300 years. Suggested donation is $5. Private tours by appointment are also available. Call 476-5742.

Railroad Festival See Aug. 26 listing.

Car Show and Swap Meet

The Pennysaver Amphitheater at Bald Hill, 1 Ski Run Lane, Farmingville will host the Long Island Cars Custom and Collectible Car Show from 8 to 5 p.m. Featuring street rods, classics, muscle cars, antiques, exotics, imports and cars of the '50s, '60s and '70s. In addition there will be a special exhibit of custom and collectible trucks, hundreds of vendors, live entertainment, food and more. Held rain or shine. Admission is $9, children under 12 years of age are free. Free parking. Questions? Call 567-5898 or visit www. longislandcars.com.

Classic Car Show

The 52nd annual Bohaty Memorial Classic Car Show will be held at Heckscher Ball Park, Huntington from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sponsored by the Northport-Centerport Lions Club, the event will feature classic cars, food, live music, games, face painting and more. For more information, call 516-527-9070 or 516-380-6444.

Thai Fair

Vajiradhammapadip Temple, 110 Rustic Road, Centereach will host a Thai Fair from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Enjoy Thai food, Thai music and dance. Donation is $5 per person, children are free. Questions? Call 471-8006 or visit www.vajira.org.

Farmingville Flea Market

The Farmingville Residents Association will host an outdoor Flea Market at the corner of Horseblock Road and Woodycrest Drive in Farmingville from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Vendors will be selling antiques, collectibles, health and beauty products, kitchen wares, candles, jewelry, yard sale items and much more. Free admission. Questions? Call 880-7996.

Caleb Park History Tour

An outdoor history tour of Caleb State Park Preserve, 581 W. Jericho Turnpike, Smithtown will be held from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Enjoy a walk as you learn about the history of the different buildings in the preserve including those that are no longer standing. $4 per person. To register, call 265-1054.

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Wind Down Sundays

The Wind Down Sundays summer music series will welcome One Step Ahead (jazz, R&B, reggae, rock and pop) in concert at the Frank Melville Memorial Park’s Red Barn, 100 Main St., Setauket at 5:30 p.m. Bring a blanket or chair, picnic dinner and kick back and relax. Free. Call 689-6146 or visit www. frankmelvillepark.org.

Miles to Dayton in concert

Lake Grove Village Hall, 980 Hawkins Ave., Lake Grove will welcome Miles to Dayton in concert at the Gazebo on the Village Green at 6:30 p.m. Bring seating. Free. Held rain or shine. Questions? Call 585-2000.

Northport VA concert

Northport American Legion Post 694 will sponsor a free summer concert in the Vietnam Vets Memorial Garden at the Northport VA Medical Center, 79 Middleville Road, Northport every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. through Aug. 30. Rain location is Building 5 Auditorium. Tonight's concert will feature the Squeaky Clean band (pop). Call 261-4400, ext. 5123.

Sunset Concert

Monday 28

The Greater Port Jefferson Arts Council will continue its Sunset Concerts series with a performance by The Como Brothers, harmony-driven songwriters from Port Jeff, at Mayor Jeanne Garant Harborfront Park, 101 East Broadway, Port Jefferson from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Free. Held rain or shine. Bring a blanket or chair, picnic dinner and enjoy the sunset over the harbor. Pets welcome. For additional information, call 473-4733.

Making Memories with Music

Long Island Bridal Expo

People with dementia and their care partners are invited to a Tea Dance Social at the Cinema Arts Centre, 413 Park Ave., Huntington at 11 a.m. Dance instructors from Rhythm Break Cares will guide participants through a funfilled hour of partner dance. Admission is $5 per person. Popcorn and beverages will served. RSVP is required by calling 423-7610, ext. 19.

Tuesday 29 Long Island Bridal Expo

The Huntington Hilton, 598 Broadhollow Road, Melville will host the 27th annual Long Island Bridal Expo from 6:30 to 9 p.m. with over 40 exhibitors featuring photography, wedding gowns, flowers, tuxedo's, cakes and more with luxury limousines, buses and trolleys on display and a live DJ showcase and fashion show featuring the latest designer gowns. Free admission. Questions? Call 563-6280.

Wednesday 30 West Meadow Nature Walk

The Town of Brookhaven will host a Nature Walk at West Meadow Beach, Trustees Road, Stony Brook from noon to 2 p.m. West Meadow’s varied habitats comprise an essential marine ecosystem that supports numerous species of plants and animals. Join an environmental educator for a guided walk along the beach and Trustees Road. Binoculars and comfortable shoes recommended. Free but registration is required by emailing npocchiare@brookhavenny.org.

The Clarion Hotel, 3845 Veterans Memorial Highway, Ronkonkoma will host the 27th annual Long Island Bridal Expo from 6:30 to 9 p.m. with over 40 exhibitors featuring photography, wedding gowns, flowers, tuxedo's, cakes and more with luxury limousines, buses and trolleys on display and a live DJ showcase and fashion show featuring the latest designer gowns. Free admission. Questions? Call 563-6280.

Thursday 31 Mid-Summer Night Dances

The Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport will host a MidSummer Night Dance at 6:30 p.m. showcasing the salsa by Alfred Pena of Rhythmology. Held rain or shine in the museum's celebration tent overlooking Northport Bay. Tickets are $22 online at www.vanderbiltmuseum.org, $30 at the door. Call 854-5579 for more information.

Tribute to Journey

Enjoy a free outdoor concert featuring Journey tribute band, Any Way You Want It, at Smith Haven Mall's Lifestyle Village, Moriches Road, Lake Grove from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Bring seating. Call 724-8066 for details.

Live jazz

The Jazz Loft, 275 Christian Ave., Stony Brook will present the Interplay Jazz Orchestra in concert at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 adults, $15 seniors, $10 students. To order, call 751-1895 or visit www.thejazzloft.org.

Theater 'Grease'

The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport kicks off its 2017-2018 season with a production of "Grease" through Sept. 3. Dust off your leather jackets, pull on your bobby socks and take a trip back to 1959. Featuring unforgettable songs including "You’re the One That I Want," "Summer Nights," "Hopelessly Devoted to You" and "Greased Lightnin'!" Be there or be square! Tickets range from $73 to $78. To order, call 2612900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.

'Much Ado About Nothing'

The Carriage House Players (formerly Arena Players) will present a production of William Shakespeare's "Much Ado About Nothing" in the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum’s courtyard, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport through Aug. 27. Performances are on Wednesdays and Fridays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 per person. To order, call 516-557-1207 or visit www.carriagehouseplayers.org.

‘Man of La Mancha’

The Smithtown Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E. Main St., Smithtown will close out its 20162017 season with "Man of La Mancha," the classical musical of a dying man’s quest for the impossible dream, from Sept. 9 to Oct. 22. Tickets are $35 adults, $32 seniors, $20 students. To order, call 724-3700 or visit www.smithtownpac.org.

'The Complete Works of Shakespeare'

The Carriage House Players (formerly Arena Players) will present "The Complete Works of William Shakespeare" (abridged) at the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport on Sundays, Sept. 10, 17 and 24 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 per person. To order, call 516557-1207 or visit www.carriagehouseplayers.org.

'The Bridges of Madison County'

Theatre Three, located at 412 Main Street in Port Jefferson, will kick off its 2017-2018 season with the musical "The Bridges of Madison County" from Sept. 16 to Oct. 28. An unforgettable story of two people caught between decision and desire, as a chance encounter becomes a second chance at so much more. Tickets are $35 adults, $28 seniors and students. To order, call 928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

'Gypsy'

Let the John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport present a production of "Gypsy," the rags-to-riches story of Louise, an awkward young

girl who rose to national fame as the burlesque star Gypsy Rose Lee, from Sept. 14 to Oct. 29. Let them entertain you with "Everything's Coming up Roses," "If Mama Was Married" and more. Tickets range from $73 to $78. To order, call 261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.

Film 'Going in Style'

The East Northport Public Library, 185 Larkfield Road, East Northport will screen "Going in Style" on Aug. 25 at 2 p.m. Rated PG-13. Free and open to all. Call 261-2313.

Horror Movie Marathon

The Cinema Arts Centre will host the 13th annual "Pay to Get Out" Horror Movie Marathon on Aug. 26 starting at 10 p.m. Presented by Retro Picture Show, six films, including "Pet Sematary," "Child's Play 2" and "Prince of Darkness" will be screened throughout the night plus a 7th mystery feature. Tickets are $45, $40 members. Survive the night and get $10 back plus a free breakfast. To order, call 423-7611.

‘Experiment in Terror’

Blake Edwards’ "Experiment in Terror" (1962) will be screened at the Cinema Art Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington on Aug. 28 at 7:30 p.m. Hosted by Foster Hirsch, the film stars Lee Remick and Glenn Ford. Tickets are $15, $11 members and includes a reception. Call 423-7611.

'Alive and Kicking'

Susan Glatzer's documentary about the fascinating history of swing dance, "Alive and Kicking," will be screened at the Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington on Aug. 29 at 6:30 p.m. With a Q&A with featured dancer Evita Arce and director Susan Glatzer via Skype. Followed by live social dancing in the Sky Room Cafe. Tickets are $16, $11 members. Call 423-7611.

‘The Last Word’

Join Comsewogue Public Library, 170 Terryville Road, Port Jefferson Station for a free screening of "The Last Word" starring Shirley MacLaine on Aug. 29 at 2 p.m. Rated R. Open to all Suffolk County residents. To register, call 928-1212.

‘Big Stone Gap’

Join the Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington for a screening of "Big Stone Gap" starring Ashley Judd on Aug. 30 at 7:30 p.m. With special guest, best-selling author/director Adriana Trigiani in person. Tickets are $16, $11 members. For more information, call 423-7611.

Class reunion Port Jefferson High School, Class of 1967 will hold its 50th reunion the weekend of Sept. 22 to 24. Main event will be on Sept. 22 at the Hilton Garden Hotel on the campus of Stony Brook University from 6 to 11 p.m. with dinner and dancing. Tour of the high school at 11 a.m. followed by a football game at 2 p.m. on Sept. 23. Brunch at Three Village Inn in Stony Brook from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sept. 24. Purchase tickets at www.reuniondb.com. For further information call Deborah Watt at 941-828-7475.

ALIVE AND KICKING Dress up and put on your dancing shoes! 'Alive and Kicking,' Susan Glatzer's delightful documentary about the fascinating history of swing dance, will have you dancing in the aisles of the Cinema Arts Centre in Huntington when it's screened on Aug. 29 at 6:30 p.m.

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KIDS KORNER Programs

Wacky Water Wednesday

The Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery, 1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor will hold a Wacky Water Wednesday event every Wednesday during August from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sprinklers, lawn games, activities and bubbles! Admission is $6 adults, $4 children and seniors. Call 516-692-6768.

The Effects of the Sun

The Maritime Explorium, 101 E. Broadway, Port Jefferson will present a walk-in program, Effects of the Sun, from 1 to 5 p.m. through Aug. 27. Explore designs and patterns of different materials that interact with the sun’s UV rays! Admission fee is $5 per person. For further information, call 331-3277 or visit www. maritimeexplorium.org.

Toddler Time

Book Revue, 313 New York Ave., Huntington hosts Toddler Time for ages 3 to 5 every Thursday at 11 a.m. Free. No registration necessary. For further information, call 271-1442.

Spider Hunt

Join the folks at Caleb Smith State Park Preserve, 581 W. Jericho Turnpike, Smithtown for a family program to learn about spiders on Aug. 25 from 10 to 11:30 p.m. Some spiders hunt for their prey, others wait patiently for prey to come to them. Indoor activities will be followed by a walk to capture, observe and release these fascinating creepy creatures. $4 per person. Advance registration required by calling 265-1054.

Caleb Smith State Park Preserve, 581 W. Jericho Turnpike, Smithtown will present a family program titled Nature Quest on Aug. 26 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Take part in a scavenger hunt with your family to find all the fascinating and humorous objects on a provided list. $4 per person. Advance registration required by calling 265-1054.

Storytime at Barnes and Noble

Barnes and Noble at the Smith Haven Mall in Lake Grove will have a storytime event on Aug. 26 at 11:30 a.m. Local author Sarah Beth Durst will read from her new picture book, “Roar and Sparkles Go to School.” Free. Call 724-0341.

‘Moana’

The Heritage Park, 633 Mount Sinai-Coram Road, Mount Sinai will screen Disney’s “Moana” on Aug. 25 at 8:15 p.m. (rescheduled from Aug. 18.) as part of its Movies in the Moonlight series. Bring seating. Free. Questions? Call 509-0882.

CATCH YOUR DREAMS Make a dream catcher at the Walt Whitman Birthplace in Huntington Station on Aug. 30. Photo from Walt Whitman Birthplace

Fun with Butterflies

Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 Eckernkamp Drive, Smithtown will present Fun with Butterflies on Aug. 26 and 27 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Children can become detectives and search for clues to the butterfly’s amazing life cycle in the center’s enclosed butterfly garden. While inside, enjoy the new fairy garden and its miniature inhabitants. Color in a picture of a butterfly to take home. $5 adults, $3 seniors and children under 12. For additional details, call 979-6344.

Bowling Blast Off

Port Jeff Bowl, 31 Cherub Lane, Port Jefferson Station invites kids up to age 15 to a Bowling Blast Off event on Saturday, Aug. 26 from noon to 5 p.m. Enjoy one hour of free bowling along with face painting, food specials, vendors, music and more. To register, call 473-3300 or visit www.portjeffbowl.com.

Magic of Amore

Ready for a magic show? Sunken Meadow State Park, Route 25A and Sunken Meadow Parkway, Kings Park will present the Magic of Amore on Aug. 28 at 2 p.m. Free. Parking fee will be in effect. Bring seating. Call 269-4333 for more information.

Build-a-Boat

Join the Whaling Museum, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor for a Build-a-Boat workshop on Aug. 29 and 31 from 2 to 4 p.m. All materials will be supplied to create your own model — you just bring the imagination. Hot glue guns will be used and require adult supervision. $8 plus admission fee. Call 367-3418 for further details.

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Maritime Explorium, 101 E. Broadway, Port Jefferson will present a drop-in program, May the Force Be With You, from Aug. 30 to Sept. 3 from 1 to 5 p.m. Experiment with the science behind natural forces and discover different ways to challenge and test them! $5 per person. Call 331-3277 or visit www.maritimeexplorium.org.

Make a Dream Catcher

Walt Whitman Birthplace, 246 Old Walt Whitman Road, Huntington Station will hold a back-to-school program, Make a Dream Catcher, on Aug. 30 at 1 p.m. Learn the legend of how dream catchers caught all your bad dreams. Create your very own to hang in a special place. $12 per child includes a guided tour of the museum. To register, call 427-5240, ext. 113.

Harbor Ballet Theatre is proud to announce that Craig Salstein, current soloist with American Ballet Theatre will return as our Cavalier for the 2017 production.

Victorian Tea Party

Join the party! Walt Whitman Birthplace, 246 Old Walt Whitman Road, Huntington Station will host a Victorian Tea Party on Aug. 30 at 2:30 p.m. Children will learn dining manners, practice table setting and introductions. All will make their own name tag and place card. Bring your favorite doll and dress up if you wish! $12 per child includes a guided tour of the museum. To register, call 427-5240, ext. 113.

‘Despicable Me 2’

Join the Smith Haven Mall, Moriches Road, Lake Grove for a free screening of “Despicable Me 2” on Aug. 28 in Lifestyle Village at dusk. Prescreening entertainment will include a DJ, bounce house, face painting and more. Bring seating. Call 724-8066 for info.

Theater ‘Freckleface Strawberry’

The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport will open its 2017-2018 Youth Theater Season with “Freckleface Strawberry” through Aug. 27. Freckleface Strawberry will do anything to get rid of her freckles — from scrubbing them with soap to caking on makeup … and even wearing a ski mask to school! With the help of her lovable schoolmates, Freckleface learns that everyone is different — and that’s what makes everyone special. Tickets are $15. To order, call 261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.

Disney’s ‘Beauty and the Beast Jr.’

The Smithtown Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E. Main St., Smithtown will present an allyouth production of Disney’s beloved fairy tale “Beauty and the Beast Jr.” from Sept. 16 to Oct. 29. Join Belle, the Beast, Gaston and Mrs. Potts on an enchanting musical adventure. All seats are $15. To order, call 724-3700 or visit www. smithtownpac.org.

‘Cinderella’

The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport will present the classic fairy tale “Cinderella” from Sept. 23 to Oct. 29. Poor Cinderella is endlessly taunted by her wicked stepmother and stepsisters and not allowed to attend the Royal Ball. Will her fairy godmother step in and save the day? Will Cinderella meet her Prince Charming and live happily ever after? Tickets are $15. To order, call 261-2900 or visit www.engemtheater.com.

‘A Kooky Spooky Halloween’

Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson will present “A Kooky Spooky Halloween,” a merry musical about a ghost who’s afraid of the dark, from Oct. 7 to 28 with a sensoryfriendly performance on Oct. 15 at 11 a.m. When his secret is revealed, he is forced to leave his haunted home and set off on a quest with his newly found friends. On this journey to find spook-tacular promise, Abner and company learn the power of helping others. Come in costume if you wish! Tickets are $10, To order, call 928-9100 or visit www. theatrethreee.com.

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Lifting Spirits

On Aug. 15, actors and staff from the John W. Engeman Theater at Northport presented a fully staged production of the Broadway musical “Seussical the Musical” for over 100 patients at Cohen Children’s Medical Center in New Hyde Park. The production, sponsored by Bethpage Federal Credit Union and Northwell Health, took place in the hospital’s lobby, which had been transformed into an intimate theater space, complete with a stage, lighting, professional sound and full costumes. An enthusiast audience of young pa-

tients, parents and hospital staff attended the production, which was also broadcast to televisions in all of the center’s in-patient bedrooms. “On behalf of all of our young patients at Cohen Children’s Medical Center and the people who love them, we are once again delighted to welcome the very talented cast who brought us ‘Seussical the Musical,’” said Michael Dowling, president and CEO of Northwell Health. “Being in the hospital can be a very lonely experience for children, especially in the summer because of all the activities they’re missing. Thanks to the dedicated and generous troupe at the John W. Engeman Theater, we’re able to brighten their spirits.”

Before the performance began, each patient in the audience was given a “Seussical” T-shirt and a colorful program with Dr. Seuss-themed activities. When the show ended, audience members were able to meet the cast, take photos and have their playbills autographed by the actors. “We are thrilled to be able to bring ‘Seussical the Musical’ once again to CCMC. It is an opportunity for us to lighten the load that the patients and families are carrying with a night of joy,” said John W. Engeman Theater owner Kevin O’Neill. “We are very appreciative of the Bethpage Federal Credit Union and Northwell Health sponsorships that help make this wonderful evening possible.”

Amy Tyler School of Dance Home of Harbor Ballet Theatre

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turning the ordinary into the extraordinary Fall registration is now being accepted for ages 3 thru adult. Join us for what is sure to be our best year ever!

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