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When a client brings their pet into my office and states that they are drinking more and urinating in the house a few common diseases come to mind. One prominently on the list is Cushing’s disease. Cushing’s disease is caused by hyperadrenocorticism, or an overactive adrenal gland. The adrenal glands are two small glands that sit in front of the kidneys and are responsible for homeostasis. Homeostasis, as described to me back in veterinary school, is “keeping our bodies even in an uneven world.” The adrenal glands produce hormones that regulate blood pressure, control electrolyte balance, produce precursors to the sex hormones (estrogen, testosterone), and control metabolism and immune function. The portion of the adrenal gland that causes Cushing’s disease is called the zona fasciculata. This portion of the gland is responsible for producing cortisol, or the body’s natural cortisone. Normal concentration of cortisol is imperative in the metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins and fats. Cortisol also plays a crucial role in the immune system by acting as a natural antiinflammatory. The overproduction of cortisol leads to the symptoms associated with Cushing’s disease. These symptoms include increased thirst and urination, increased appetite, hair loss along

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the back, abdominal distension, muscle weakness, increased risk of common infections associated with suppression of the immune system such as skin, or urinary tract infections. Cushing’s disease is much more common in dogs than cats. Any dog can develop Cushing’s disease but breeds more at risk are Poodles, Boston Terriers, Pomeranians, Maltese, Beagles, Dachshunds, and Cocker Spaniels to name a few. Diagnosis of Cushing’s disease is made with bloodwork. Screening tests will usually reveal an increase in certain liver enzymes. There may be other changes but the hallmark is an elevation in liver enzymes. The definitive diagnosis is made with what is termed an “adrenal stress test.” Basically, a baseline sample of blood is taken, followed by medication to stress the adrenal glands. Additional samples are taken to measure how the adrenal glands respond. Additional testing such as ultrasound or MRI are recommended but not required for diagnosis. Once a diagnosis of Cushing’s disease is made medication is dispensed. Older medications such as mitotane or ketoconazole are still used but have more side effects. A newer medication called trilostane is much safer. Follow up bloodwork is used to monitor treatment and either adjust dosages, or consider other medications. If your pet (especially your dog) is drinking more and urinating more bring them to your veterinarian right away. Cushing’s may be the cause and early diagnosis and intervention is always most successful. Dr. Kearns practices veterinary medicine from his Port Jefferson office and is pictured with his son Matthew and his dog Jasmine. Have a question for the vet? Email it to leisure@ tbrnewspapers.com and see his answer in an upcoming column.

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This week's shelter pet is Mia, a 2-year-old brindled beauty currently waiting at the Smithtown Animal Shelter for her knight in shining armor. Mia is a lab/pit mix with a goofball spirit and a loving personality. Left to grow up as a yard dog, she did not receive the love and attention she deserved as a puppy and needs an experienced home where she can learn what it is to be a normal dog with a loving family. She is as playful and affectionate as they come and believes herself to be a 70 pound lap dog! Mia is spayed, microchipped and up to date on all her vaccines. Photo from Smithtown Animal Shelter If you are interested in Animal & Adoption Shelter is meeting Mia, please call located at 410 Middle Country ahead to schedule an hour to properly Road, Smithtown. For more information, interact with her in the shelter’s Meet please call 631-360-7575 or visit www. and Greet Room. The Smithtown smithtownanimalshelter.com.

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A ROSH HASHANAH REFLECTION

Do you want to simply cancel 2020? Think again.

BY RABBI CHAIM GROSSBAUM

Can we cancel 2020? Like simply skipping directly to 2021? Will anyone be upset about it? I have seen many funny memes about 2020. But one particular meme got me to laugh pretty hard. It’s actually not about 2020 but about the current Jewish calendar year we are about to close, 5780. “They say our actions on the High Holidays determine what will be decreed for the upcoming year. So whatever the heck you guys did last year, please don’t do it again!” LOL. After LOL’ing, it got me thinking about “cancelling 2020” and “cancelling 5780.” And then, a quote came to mind. A quote that is simply so perfect for our situation. The quote is from Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak Schneersohn, the sixth Lubavitcher Rebbe. He was imprisoned and tortured in Soviet Russia because of his work to spread Judaism behind the Iron Curtain.

After he was released from prison, his disciples asked him how he felt about it. He replied, “If I would be offered millions to experience one more moment of suffering – I wouldn’t buy. And if anyone would want to pay me millions to take away one moment of my suffering – I wouldn’t sell!” The Rebbe didn’t elaborate further, but I think that the message is simple. Challenges are difficult, but they can also uplift you. One should never choose to experience challenges, but in hindsight we can appreciate how it made us better. So I don’t want to cancel 5780. Not the moments that forced me to take a step back from the hustle of life. Not the moments that reminded me what’s important and what’s less important. Not the new appreciation of what is essential, and what is not truly essential. Not the beauty I saw all around me, when the entire country simply rallied to help one another. Not the feeling of closeness to G-d when I prayed from the bottom of my heart that things should get better already.

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Not the time spent with my family with very little distraction. Do I want more of it? Not even if you pay me millions. But I do know that 5780 had many gifts. Hidden, but gifts nonetheless. Onward and upward! May we all be blessed with a Shana Tova U’metuka. A happy, healthy and sweet new year up ahead for ourselves and our loved ones.

Rabbi Chaim Grossbaum is the senior rabbi and spiritual leader at the Village Chabad Center for Jewish life & Learning in East Setauket. Visit EnjoyHighHolidays.com for a schedule of COVIDsafe outdoor holidays at Village Chabad. Masks, social distancing, and preregistration is required. To RSVP for a “60 Minute Power Hour” Rosh Hashanah service and Shofar blowing on Sept. 20, visit MyVillageChabad.com/HHPowerHour.

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Correction

A September 10 Power of 3 article, entitled “BNL's Anže Slosar prepares for telescope's firehouse of data” incorrectly indicated that SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory in Stanford led the development of the Rubin Observatory. The SLAC led the development of the camera that will be integrated into the telescope. The observatory involves a collaboration among numerous institutions. We regret the error.

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LIFE LINES

Why does science frighten or annoy some people?

great artworks and reading wonderful books of fiction and human imagination. Science enlarged the universe I can live in and made possible the long life I have lived. Some people, however, have a more ambivalent relation to science. They see it as destructive to their spiritual beliefs. They see it as destroyer of their children’s faith. They see it as sterile of emotions and human feelings. They see it as a rival that deprives them of the total freedom of the will to do what they want when they want. We see this in the responses to the advice offered by the nation’s epidemiologists and microbiologists who have studied infectious disease. Germs have no ideology. They have hosts. Those hosts can include you or me. My response to a contagious disease is to follow what science recommends. I get a flu shot each year. I was immunized in my youth against smallpox, polio, and whooping cough. I had the measles and got an autoimmunity from that as was the case for mumps during the Depression years I grew up. I am puzzled that adults can take offense at being told to wear a facial mask to prevent spraying their germs in the streets and rooms they occupy as well as serving as a protection from those germs exhaled from our mouths and noses. I am puzzled that people belittle scientists who measure the oceans’ temperatures and the study of the melting of glaciers around the polar regions and who keep careful records showing increases of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere and a rising temperature of the atmosphere and a rising sea level and more numerous and severe climate changes around the world. The evidence is overwhelming that it is caused by a fossil fuel carbonbased civilization and that it needs regulation through international treaties. But those who ignore or reject science do not offer an alternative to changing our habits of how we live. What is it besides “wishful thinking” or denial that they offer in response? I am not advocating that science always has good outcomes. Science, like all human activity, has to be monitored, assessed and regulated. Pollution of the land, air and waters that are essential for our lives needs regulation. Science often lends its help to the construction of weapons of mass destruction which is just rationalized murder of the innocent who are embedded in the guilty we designate as the enemy. In a democracy it is our obligation to debate the uses and abuses of science as well as the uses and abuses of cultural beliefs and political ideologies. It is false to believe that society and nature are always self-correcting without human involvement in how we respond to the threats often of our own making.

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Vanderbilt Museum hosts movie & picnic night Sept. 18

It’s time for some old-school summer fun! The Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport continues its popular outdoor movie series with a screening of The Greatest Showman, the story of legendary circus promoter P.T. Barnum, on Friday, September 18 at 7:30 p.m. Bring a picnic to enjoy on the grounds and arrive at 6:30

pm. Snacks and ice cream will be available for purchase. Admission for those who sit in their cars during the movie is $40 per carload, $34 for members. Bring lawn chairs and sit outside (in socially distanced spots) fo $30 per carload, $24 for members. Tickets for this fundraising event are available online only at www.vanderbiltmuseum.org.

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Science is a way of enlarging our knowledge about the universe. It is not the only way to do so. We can experience the universe through our travels, our observation of the changing seasons, our feelings of awe at a glorious sunset, or the joy of seeing a rainbow form after a BY ELOF AXEL CARLSON passing rain shower. We can also experience a feeling that many call spiritual, through meditation, prayers, or reverential feelings. All societies experience these different ways of encountering the diversity of the universe and how to classify the world we experience around us. What sets science apart is its use of reason and tools to explore the universe. Experimental science was formalized during the renaissance especially in Italy where Galileo and his students did experiments to work out the first laws of physics using inclined planes and quantitative relations to show a mathematical measure of speed and acceleration. Galileo also added the use of the telescope to explore the heavenly bodies and showed Venus had phases like the moon, the moon had craters and mountain ranges, Jupiter had 4 moons whose orbits he and his students worked out, and the sun had sunspots whose migrations allowed him to show the sun rotates on an axis. That is not knowledge one gets from revelation or looking for bible codes in the Old Testament verses. It led to a dualism with Descartes and other philosophers seeing the universe as containing two realms – the material universe accessible to science through reason and experimentation and the spiritual or supernatural world that was accessible by revelation and scriptural interpretations of theologians. The Renaissance was also contentious, and Protestants and Catholics fought over who should interpret the Bible. The relation between the world interpreted by science and the world interpreted by the supernatural has been an uneasy one ever since the Renaissance. Many people have no problem balancing the two ways to experience their lives. Other feel uncomfortable with the supernatural or uncomfortable with the scientific outlook expressed as atheism agnosticism, humanism, or scientism. I am a scientist, and in that role I avoid explanations invoking the supernatural. I describe what is accessible through observation, experimentation, and the tools of science to investigate what is complex and render it interpretable through my studies. But I am also a human being who enjoys listening to music, going to museums to see

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MEDICAL COMPASS

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Step away from the television

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Expanded viewing habits have effects on your physical and mental health Comcast, one of America’s largest cable and internet providers, reported in May that Americans were watching an additional 8-plus hours of programming a week, whether on a television, computer or a portable device since the pandemic’s beginning (1). For our purposes, we’ll call this TV, because most is consumed while sitting, although the average watching modality has shifted considerably. What impact does all this watching have By David on our lives? It may be Dunaief, M.D. hazardous to your health. I know this seems obvious, but bear with me. The extent of the effect is surprising. According to 2013 Netﬂix research, binge-watching, or watching more two or more episodes of a single program in a row, is perceived as providing a refuge from our busy lives. This also has an addictive effect, prompting dopamine surges as we watch. Interestingly, it also can lead to post-binge depression when a show ends and to isolation and lower social interaction while viewing (2). Of course, while socially isolating, binge watching can help kill hours, but the negative effects are still relevant. TV’s detrimental effect extends beyond the psychological, potentially increasing the risk of heart attacks, diabetes, depression, obesity and even decreasing or stunting longevity. My mother was right when she discouraged us from watching television, but I don’t think even she knew the extent of its impact.

Cardiovascular events including heart attacks

There was a very interesting observational study published in the New England Journal of Medicine that showed watching sporting events increases the risk of heart attacks and other cardiovascular events, such as arrhythmia (irregular heartbeat) and unstable angina (severe chest pain ultimately due to lack of oxygen). The researchers followed Germans who watched the FIFA (soccer) World Cup playoffs in 1996. How much did watching increase the risk of cardiovascular events? This depended on what round of the playoffs and how close a game it was. The later the round and the closer the game, the greater the risk of cardiovascular events. Knockout games, which were single elimination, seemed to have the greatest impact on cardiovascular risk.

Watching four or more hours of television has shown to cause an increased risk of cardiovascular disease mortality of 80 percent.

The 3rd annual Pig Roast fundraiser to beneﬁt Hope House Ministries will be held at La Buena Vida, 714 Montauk Highway, Moriches on Saturday, Sept. 19 from 7 to 10 p.m. with a special musical performance by Damaged Goods. $30 donation per person includes dinner and soft drink. For further details, please call 631-928-2377.

Gregorian Chant

All Souls Church, 61 Main Street, Stony Brook will resume its Gregorian Chant/ Taizé Music program on Thursday, Sept. 17 at 8 p.m. Join them for quiet meditation to clear the mind and rest the soul. The historic chapel will be lit with candles and alive with the mystical sounds of Gregorian chant and Songs of Taizé. This is a a unique opportunity for reﬂection and/or silent prayer for people of all faiths (or no faith) searching for a spiritual connection in their lives. Masks required and social distancing will apply. For more information, please call 516-607-9111.

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When Germany was knocked out in the semi-finals, the finals between France and Italy did not have any cardiovascular effect. Overall, men experienced a greater than three-fold increase in risk, while women experienced an increased risk that was slightly below two-fold. According to the authors, it was not the outcome of the game that mattered most, but the intensity. The study population involved 4,279 German residents in and around the Munich area (3). Another study found that, compared to fewer than two hours a day, those who watched four or more hours experienced an increased risk of cardiovascular disease mortality of 80 percent. I know this sounds like a lot of TV, but the average daily American viewing time is significantly over this. This study, called the Australian Diabetes, Obesity, and Lifestyle study (AusDiab) was observational looking at 8800 adults over a six-year period (4).

Impact on Life Expectancy

The adage that life tends to pass you by when you watch TV has a literal component. An observational study found that TV may reduce the life expectancy of viewers. In the study, those who watched at least six hours per day during their lifetime had a decrease in longevity of 4.8 years. However, this is not the whole story. What is even more telling is that after the age of 25, for every hour of TV, one might expect to potentially lose 21.8 minutes of life expectancy (5). According to the authors, these results rival those for obesity and sedentary lifestyles.

Diabetes and Obesity Risk

In the Nurses’ Health Study, for every two hours of television viewing on a daily basis there were increased risks of type 2 diabetes and obesity of 23 percent and 14 percent, respectively (6). The results show that sitting at work for two hours at time increased the risk of diabetes and obesity by only ﬁve percent and seven percent respectively, much less of an effect than TV-watching. The authors surmise that we can reduce the incidence of diabetes and obesity by 43 percent and 30 percent by cutting our TV time by 10 hours a week. Modestly reducing the amount of television is a simple lifestyle modiﬁcation that can have a tremendous impact on longevity, quality of life and prevention of the top chronic disease. So, step away from your television, tablet or computer and take a walk outside, do some calisthenics, or even take up a new hobby that doesn’t involve sitting on the couch. Your body and your psyche will thank you.

References:

(1) corporate.comcast.com (2) nbcnews. com/better/health/what-happens-your-brainwhen-you-binge-watch-tv-series-ncna816991. (3) N Engl J Med 2008; 358:475-483. (4) Circulation. 2010 Jan 26;121(3):384-91. (5) Br J Sports Med doi:10.1136/bjsm.2011.085662. (6) JAMA. 2003 Apr 9;289(14):1785-91. Dr. David 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.

Hallockville Museum Farm, 6038 Sound Ave., Riverhead presents Handcrafted@ Hallockville, an outdoor event highlighting craft artisans and vendors, Sept. 19, 20, 26 and 27 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Visit with craft and artisan vendors selling locally handmade items; enjoy craft demonstrations and displays including rug hooking, basketweaving, quilting, woodcarving, decoy carving, woodworking; a Long Island Potato Exhibit and Historic Transportation Exhibit; farm animals and more. Masks are required. $20 per car. Call 698-5292 or visit www.hallockville.com.

Tech Savvy Seniors

The Smithtown Historical Society offers a free technology workshop for seniors every other Friday at 11 a.m. in the Frank Brush Barn, 211 E. Main St., Smithtown. Get your questions answered about cell phones, tablets, laptops and more. Topics change weekly, so call or email ahead of time to see what you'll be learning! Please bring your device (laptop, tablet, or cell phone) to class. Next workshop is Sept. 18. Free. Register by calling 265-6768 or email info@smithtownhistorical.org.

Living Healthy

Comsewogue Public Libraryy in Port Jefferson Station presents a virtual program, Living Healthy, on Monday, Sept. 21 at 7 p.m. Learn to manage your health and maintain an active and fulﬁlling lifestyle through participation in this peer-led health education program for seniors and people with an ongoing condition. Free and open to all. Visit www.cplib.org/a-onlineprogramming/ for information on how to participate in this program presented by RSVP. Questions? Call 631-928-1212 and ask for Adult Services. See more NEWS AROUND TOWN on page B9.

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NEWS AROUND TOWN

St. Jude Walk/Run

In celebration of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, supporters of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital® from across the country will be participating in the virtual St. Jude Walk/Run on Saturday, Sept. 26 from 8 a.m. to noon. This year participants can walk, run and fundraise at their own pace and distance in their own neighborhoods. In addition, the St. Jude Walk/Run mobile app, is available in the Apple app store and on Google Play, to provide a unique experience to participants that includes a virtual tour of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and some engagement opportunities using augmented reality. Funds raised through events like this help ensure families never receive a bill from St. Jude for treatment, travel, housing or food. To register, make a donation or learn more, visit www.stjude.org/walklongisland.

Prostate Cancer Screenings

Catholic Health Services is offering free prostate cancer screenings throughout September. Screenings are recommended for individuals who have not had a PSA test done within the past 6 months; individuals age 40 and over at high risk due to African American heredity, family history or personal history; and asymptomatic men age 50 and older. Screenings are offered at St. Catherine

LEGALLY SPEAKING of Siena Medical Office Building, 48 Route 25A, Smithtown on Saturday, Sept. 19 from 9 a.m. to noon and at the office of Dr. Scott Press (St. Charles Hospital) at 635 Belle Terre Road in Port Jefferson on Thursday, Sept. 24 from 9 a.m. to noon. To make an appointment, call 855-247-4500.

First time home buyer seminar

Suffolk Federal presents a first time home buyer virtual seminar on Tuesday, Sept. 22 from 6 to 7 p.m. (in English) and Wednesday, Sept. 23 from 6 to 7 p.m. (in Spanish). Topics will include home ownership benefits, navigating and understanding the home buying process and first time home buying financing 101. To RSVP, call Lisa at 631-924-8000, ext. 8322.

Rotary Golf Tournament

The 22nd annual Middle Island-Rocky Point Rotary Golf Tournament will be held at St. George’s Golf and Country Club, 134 Lower Sheep Pasture Road, E. Setauket on Monday, Sept. 21. Registration and lunch is from 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. with a shotgun start at 1 p.m. Proceeds will benefit Camp Pa-QuaTuck, Gift of Life and other Rotary Service Projects. Held rain or shine. $300 donation per golfer. To register, visit www.RotaryGolf2020. eventbrite.com. For additional information, call Larry at 516-380-8035 or email lkogel@ optonline.net.

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THE FACTS: My husband, Fred, died recently. We are both on the deed to our house. THE QUESTION: Do I need to change the deed? THE ANSWER: Whether you need to change the deed depends on how you and Fred took title to BY LINDA TOGA, ESQ. the property when you first purchased it. You and Fred were co-owners of your property but, the ownership interest of co-owners of real property can be expressed on a deed in different ways. Two or more co-owners can each own a specific percent of the property For example, two owners can each have a 50% interest in the piece of property. Each owner can dispose of his/her 50% interest as he/she pleases. Owners with this sort of arrangement are referred to as tenants in common. Two or more people can also own property jointly with the right of survivorship. Such co-owners are referred to as joint tenants and the deed to the property will include the words “joint tenants with the right of survivorship” or “jt. tenants WROS.” Each joint tenant has an interest in the entire property and generally cannot dispose of their interest in the property without the consent of the other joint tenants. Finally, when a married couple takes title to real property, they can do so jointly as tenants in the entirety. This designation is similar to jt. tenants WROS but, is only an option for married couples. If you and Fred took title to your home as 50/50 tenants in common, a new deed

should be prepared by which the executor or administrator of Fred’s estate transfers his 50% interest in the property to the person he named as the beneficiary in his will or the person entitled to his share under the intestacy statute. The new deed must be signed by the executor/ administrator and filed/recorded in the office of the county clerk in the county in which the property is located. If you and Fred held the property as joint tenants WROS or as tenants in the entirety, there is no need to change the deed. You became the sole owner of the property upon Fred’s death by operation of law. In other words, Fred’s ownership interest in the property was extinguished when he died and you automatically became the owner. If you sell the property, you will need to provide proof that Fred died. Without such proof, the deed bearing only your signature will not be accepted for recording. If your house is not sold until after you die, the person selling your house will have to provide both Fred’s death certificate and letters testamentary or letters of administration from the surrogate’s court to establish that he/she has the authority to sell the property. If you are still uncertain as to whether a new deed is needed, you should contact an attorney with experience in real estate who can review your deed and advise you as to how to proceed. Linda M. Toga, Esq provides legal services in the areas of real estate, estate planning and administration, small business services and litigation. She is available for email and phone consultations. Call 631-444-5605 or email Ms. Toga at Linda@LMTOGALAW. com. She will respond to messages and emails as quickly as possible.

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BUSINESS NEWS

New director for CCE Suffolk

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County welcomes Vanessa Pino Lockel of Miller Place as executive director. Ms. Lockel has worked with Suffolk County and NY State entities for over 20 years, most recently as Director of Government and Community Affairs at the MTA-Long Island Rail Road as part of the Vanessa Lockel Governor’s transition team supporting the consolidation of the MTA. “Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk safeguards the quality of life for Suffolk County residents, and ultimately stands for a healthy, sustainable Long Island,” said Ms. Lockel. “It is my honor to lead this organization in helping the region’s farmers, ﬁshermen, families and youth through the challenging times ahead.”

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Fedora Lounge Boutique Hair Salon celebrates new digs in Port Jefferson

The Port Jefferson Chamber of Commerce hosted an ofﬁcial ribbon cutting for Fedora Lounge Boutique Hair Salon on Sept. 10. The business relocated from upper Port to the former Captain’s Lady Salon at 404 Main Street next to Jolie Powell Real Estate on June 10. “I love my new location because I’m further into the village and I’ve met so many new friends walking by. It has a great vibe, big beautiful windows, walking distance to some of the best restaurants on the island and a bunch of

small business owners supporting each other!” said owner Kristine Murillo. Specializing in hair extensions and replacement, coloring, cutting and straightening, the salon also offers eye lash styling, nail and makeup services, teeth whitening, waxing, and reﬂexology. Pictured from left, John Paul Mitchell Systems educator and stylist Nina Emanuele, chamber director Nancy Bradley, stylist Diane S., owner Bryan Tornee, owner/stylist Kristine Murillo, stylist Dominique B., chamber president

Mary Joy Pipe, nail professional Kathleen D., Port Jefferson Deputy Mayor Stan Loucks, and stylists Lisa P. and Ally G. Operating hours are Mondays by appointment, Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Thursdays and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Closed Sundays. To make an appointment, call 631-3749583. For more information, please visit www. fedoraloungehair.com.

Northwell Hospitals recognized by AHA/ASA for outstanding stroke, diabetes care

With Huntington Hospital’s award, from left, Chief Medical Officer Dr. Michael Grosso; Assistant Director of Quality and Neuroscience Coordinator Corazon Paraso, MS-FNP; Chief of Neurology and Director of Stroke, Dr. Musarat Shareeff; and Executive Director Dr. Nick Fitterman Photo from Huntington Hospital

Northwell Health’s John T. Mather Hospital in Port Jefferson and Huntington Hospital have both received the American Heart Association/ American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines®-Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award. The award recognizes the hospital’s commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines based on the latest scientiﬁc evidence. “Mather Hospital is dedicated to improving the quality of care for our stroke patients by implementing the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines-Stroke initiative,” said Dr. Dinesh Shukla, Mather’s

stroke director. Dr. Shukla said the award is the result of a team effort from the Emergency Department to the discharge team and including Stroke Coordinator Joanne Lauten, RN, and Stroke Performance Improvement RN Coleen Reale. “The tools and resources provided help us track and measure our success in meeting evidenced-based clinical guidelines developed to improve patient outcomes,” added Dr. Musarat Shareeff, Huntington Hospital’s chief of neurology and director of stroke. Additionally, both hospitals received the Association’s Target: StrokeSM Elite award and the Association’s Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll award.

Michael Gorton Jr. of Rocky Point is the new president of the Nassau Suffolk Funeral Directors Association, serving a two-year term. He was elected in July. A funeral director at the familyowned McManusLorey Funeral Home in Medford, where he has been employed since 1998, Mr. Gorton previously was vice president of the Michael Gorton Jr. funeral directors group. The Nassau-Suffolk Funeral Directors Association (NSFDA), represents more than 250 New York State licensed funeral directors and New York State registered funeral businesses on Long Island.

Merlo recognized for excellence

L.I. Against Domestic Violence has announced that its Executive Director, Colleen Merlo, Executive Director of L.I. Against Domestic Violence (LIADV) was recognized by Long Island Business News for Non-proﬁt Leadership Excellence during the Corporate Colleen Merlo Citizenship Award Program on Sept. 15. Ms. Merlo acknowledged the work of her staff, volunteers and the Board, stating, “Leadership is about inspiring and motivating people to work together towards a goal. Leading an organization with a mission to save lives makes it really easy to keep staff motivated,” she said, and encourages survivors to reach out for help during these challenging times by calling 631-666-8833.

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Condo living and its popularity today C

ondo living today has become a popular option for Long Island homeowners in many walks of life. This was not always the case when “suburbia” began in the late 40’s and early 50’s. The Levitt expandable homes led postwar New Yorkers to move out to the boondocks seeking the American dream of the little house with the white picket fence BY NATALIE WEINSTEIN around it. Times may have changed, especially in the past several months as our homes have become, more than ever, our safe haven — but the trend to moving out to Long Island has once again turned the housing market into a tizzy. So when did the condo lifestyle take hold and why — and why has its popularity grown over the years? In the 70’s, land developers who were building rental apartments saw condos as the “apartments of the future” where the clustering of this housing style left room for amenities like clubhouses, exercise and game rooms, pools, tennis courts and putting greens. This concept enabled buyers to live a “home-like” lifestyle with reduced taxes and mortgage payments as well as manageable maintenance charges that would cover lawn care and snow removal, among other things. The early condos were pretty basic and attracted a younger buyer who used it as a stepping stone to a single family home purchase. The condos today, however, have “grown up.” Some interiors are larger than free-standing homes and contain many amenities inside as well as outside. So now who’s buying? It seems everyone! After the baby boom, a senior boom occurred on Long Island and

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seniors, by the droves, chose to stay on Long Island in more affordable housing, taxwise, seeking the feeling of a country club lifestyle while staying close to friends and family — and builders saw the trend and answered the call. As a designer who made the move to a gated condo community some 20 years ago, (not an over 55) when not as many were available on Long Island, I have personally experienced the trade off of leaving my lovely 4500 square foot secluded home on 2 acres with larger rooms and more storage for an easier lifestyle. My backyard is the same size it was then, however now I share it with 24 other families! So can a condo really feel like home? As every designer knows, (and I from my own personal experience) creating a warm inviting comfortable living space can occur anywhere. And moving, which can seem like a near-death experience, forces us to clean up, throw out, organize and get a plan. Looking back on the many happy clients who have chosen condo living on Long Island for its freer, easier lifestyle and sense of community, I know it has transformed our region’s demographics.

Seniors can afford to own and stay on Long Island and young marrieds and young families can reach up to home ownership affordably. In our ever-changing world, the one constant is that place we call “home” and condos have become home to so many, enjoying a quality lifestyle unimagined here not so long ago. They are here to stay and happily, because of them, so are Long Islanders!

Natalie Weinstein, Allied ASID, IDS Natalie Weinstein, Allied ASID, is an accredited designer, acknowledged business leader, entrepreneur, and motivational speaker. Her interior design firm, Natalie Weinstein Design Associates, based in St. James, has been creating lifestyle changes in homes, offices and public spaces, decorating for countless clients since 1973. For more information, call 631-862-6198 or visit www.natalieweinstein.com.

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Home design trends are evolving for social distancing C OVID-19 has brought changes to everything, and home design is no exception. Experts are expecting to see lasting impacts on everything from the materials we use to the rooms we prioritize. Check out these and other noteworthy trends: Houses over apartments: Many people who live in condos or apartments do so to be closer to the action — work, entertainment and shops — and never planned on spending much time at home. But the pandemic has changed that, and more people are going to want a home that offers plenty of room and outdoor space in case they need to selfisolate again. Self-sufficiency: A hard lesson we’ve learned is that things and services we thought we could count on aren’t necessarily a sure thing, so items that increase self-reliance will become very popular. Expect to see more homes with sources of energy like solar panels, sources of heat like fireplaces and stoves, and even urban and indoor gardens that allow you to grow your own produce. Outdoor living: Between playgrounds closing and parks becoming overcrowded, many of us are turning to our balconies, patios

and backyards for fresh air and nature. This means we’re going to be investing more in our outdoor spaces, with functional kitchens, soothing water features, cozy firepits, and high-quality outdoor furniture to create a much-needed escape. Healthier spaces: Thanks to spending more time indoors and reprioritizing our health, we’ll turn to design to help ensure our homes are safe and healthy for our families. We’ll see a rise in products like water filtration systems as well as materials that improve indoor air quality. For new homes and additions, alternatives to wood-framing like insulated concrete forms, which offer improved ventilation for healthier indoor air quality and an environment that’s less susceptible to mold, will be key. Home office space: Business experts are suggesting many companies will see that working from home is not only possible but offers tangible benefits, like saving money on office space rent. With working from home on the rise, creating a home office space that inspires productivity will be a major project many of us tackle. Luxury home office furniture that feels chic and blends into your

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Fresh air ventilation is one way homeowners can promote better indoor air quality, especially in rooms like kitchens and bathrooms which are especially vulnerable to poor air circulation. A smartphonecontrolled skylight automation system can help improve indoor climate from the convenience of your mobile device. It allows homeowners to automate when they open and close their skylights and blinds. The system monitors an online weather station and uses indoor sensors to measure temperature, humidity and carbon dioxide levels in the home. Based on a homeowner’s settings, the system will automatically open the skylights or extend the blinds as needed to improve air quality and temperature inside the home.

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omeowners tackling interior upgrades often focus their attention on two of the mostused rooms in the house: the kitchen and bathroom. Tailoring these rooms to your personal preferences may enhance your enjoyment of the space, but most experts recommend thinking long term for the biggest return on your investment. If a kitchen or bathroom renovation is in your future, take a holistic approach that considers how the space will be used now and in the future.

Kitchen Considerations

As the hub of activity for many households, the kitchen is a space that commands efficient, functional design. Aside from the practical issue of losing access to the space while it’s under construction, there’s another important challenge for homeowners to consider when tackling a kitchen remodel: for maximum return on your investment, avoid making choices that are too trendy or personal. Design trends come and go, so while a contemporary update is almost always a good idea, many design experts recommend sticking with classic looks and styles that have

broad appeal, especially for big ticket (and big price tag) elements like cabinetry. Save your flair for aspects like the backsplash tile or wall color, which can be relatively easily changed by a new owner or even yourself when you want a refresh down the road. Another area to give special attention is the overall ambiance of the room, which is largely influenced by the light from natural and electric sources. For a room that needs brightening, skylights are a smart option because they free up wall space for more storage and cabinets while adding abundant natural light. However, natural light from above isn’t the only advantage of adding skylights. Some models, such as a solar-powered, fresh-air skylight, can be opened with a remote control to bring fresh air inside, which helps keep the kitchen fresh and rids indoor air of pollutants from daily activities like cooking and cleaning. Skylights can be ordered with lightfiltering or room-darkening blinds, which give homeowners maximum control over the exact amount of light they want. Plus, solar-powered blinds come in over 75 colors and patterns for customizable design options that allow you to make the space your own.

Be sure to ask whether the line you’re considering qualifies for a federal tax credit. Solar-powered skylights and blinds are eligible for a 26% federal tax credit on product and installation if purchased and installed by the end of 2020. The credit decreases to 22% in 2021.

In the bathroom, modern upgrades are also a smart investment. However, many experts actually recommend thinking not just about what’s in vogue right now but considering needs far into the future. Universal design is especially relevant in the bathroom, where simple adjustments can provide added accessibility as you age, and these updates can flow seamlessly into the design. This means considering a vanity with a raised counter height and a taller toilet base, which can add stylish enjoyment no matter your age. Other features like a zero-entry shower deliver high-demand design and safety simultaneously. Outside of accessibility-oriented updates, upgrading your fixtures, fresh paint and contemporary tile can go a long way toward transforming a bathroom. If you find your space is still in need of a boost, a skylight may be the answer. Natural light can be that last touch to bring your space from just OK to perfect, and skylights in the bathroom allow homeowners to maximize their natural light without losing any privacy. In a space like the bathroom, where ventilation is a top concern, a choice like a no-leak solar-powered skylight provides natural light as well as fresh air ventilation to make the environment healthier. They help rid indoor air of bacteria, volatile organic compounds and carbon dioxide. Explore more design ideas to enhance your kitchen and bathroom spaces at whyskylights.com.

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Lighting

Lighting is important in a home office. It’s easy to overlook natural light, especially for workers who previously worked in offices that did not have windows. But natural light can help save on energy costs and boost mood. In fact, natural light is a valued commodity for people used to working in office settings. A 2018 survey of more than 1,600 workers conducted by the human resources advisory firm Future Workplace found that access to natural light and views of the outdoors were the most sought after attribute of a workplace environment. In addition, 47 percent of workers surveyed admitted they felt tired or very tired from the absence of natural light or a window at their office. When designing their home offices, homeowners should keep this in mind and choose areas of their homes that get ample natural light during a typical workday. Additional lighting also will be necessary. Recessed lighting can give an office a sleek look, and lights that can dim can allow workers to

adjust their lighting based on how much they need at any given point in the workday.

Quiet

Professionals forced to work at home when social distancing measures were implemented may not have had much quiet, especially for those with young children whose schools were closed. But when designing a home office, homeowners have the chance to make their offices more conducive to concentration. Soundproofing walls may not be necessary, but look for areas of the home that don’t get much foot traffic. Kitchens are very popular rooms in many homes, so try to locate your home office away from the kitchen. A spare bedroom upstairs may make for the most ideal home office setting if the home does not have a traditional den. Spare bedrooms come with doors, which can instantly create a sense of quiet when closed. A converted garage also can make for a useful home office, but make sure the room already has cooling and heating and, ideally, windows.

Electrical outlets

Recently built homes tend to be equipped with enough outlets to accommodate our increasingly connected lifestyles. But older homes may need some electrical updates before they can capably accommodate home offices. When updating your electrical, replace existing outlets and fixtures with energyefficient LED fixtures, which save money and benefit the environment. Before updating the electrical, decide on how you want the office to be laid out so you can have outlets installed where your computer, devices and other items, like a printer and television, will be. This makes it easy to hide cords and give the office a clean, professional look. Home office capabilities became a big priority in 2020. Designing such spaces can be fun and easy.

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Once you have decided to use a bold color, first find your color inspiration. Color combinations that appear in nature are more readily accepted by people, so look for an item in nature, such as a seashell or a flowering plant that you can base your color choices on. Others pull inspiration from a particular design item. For instance, maybe an area rug strikes your fancy. Use colors that appear in the rug in the room. Keep in mind that using bold color doesn't mean you have to paint every wall from ceiling to floor in that color. Rather, if you're just starting out with bold colors, select one wall to serve as an accent wall. Use that wall as your bold canvas and paint it with your chosen hue. Some people like to experiment with a more flashy color in a smaller space. If you're nervous about beginning in the living room or kitchen, how about trying out bold color in a smaller space, such as a powder room? A more intimate space might seem less overwhelming when painted in a bold color. Go for a deep purple or another jeweled tone. However, try to avoid greens in the bathroom, as they may reflect off of the

mirror and cast a hue onto your face that makes you look unwell. Pinks and peaches will shed a rosy glow. If you will be incorporating c ompl e me nt ar y colors into the room, use the paint color swatch as your guide. Most paint manufacturers use three or four different shades on one sample card. When selecting a complementary shade, be sure to pick from the same tone on the card. That means if you're choosing the darkest of color #1 from a card, you'll want to choose the darkest from color #2. Another idea is to leave walls neutral and use bold color on design accents. For example, designers at marthastewart. com recommend painting the inside of niches, shelves or cabinets with glass doors in bright tones and the outside white to create an eye-catching space without going

overboard. Put a bold color on moulding or use an appliance or a fixture in a bright color as your splash of boldness. Remember to have balance. If you will be painting an entire room in a bold color, think about having the other decor items in neutral colors. Sofas and rugs should be neutral colors, or consider toning down a vibrant color with the use of white molding or baseboards. All it may take is a little inspiration to get started on fun, inviting color schemes in the home.

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5 popular trends for your deck aluminum, glass and brick. For an eyecatching color contrast, consider pairing chunky, white posts with slim, black balusters. Or, mix classic and contemporary looks by using a traditional, wide railing to frame the deck while installing a slimmer railing style on staircases.

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KNOWLEDGE SEEKERS

BNL scores $115 mln for quantum information research

BY DANIEL DUNAIEF

Even as the pandemic continues to cast a pall over the prospects for the economy, the federal government is finding ways to support science. Recently, as a part of a $625 billion award to a host of institutions, the Department of Energy earmarked $115 million over five years for a part of a project led by Brookhaven National Laboratory. The science, called quantum information systems, could have applications in a wide range of industries, from health care to defense to communications, enabling higher levels of artificial intelligence than the current binary system computers have used for decades. By benefiting from the range of options between the 0s and 1s that typically dictate computer codes, researchers can speed up and enhance the development of programs that use artificial intelligence. The investment “underscores the confidence the federal government has with respect to how important this technology is,” said James Misewich, the Associate Laboratory Director for Energy and Photon Sciences at BNL. “Despite the challenges of the time, this was a priority.” Local leaders hailed the effort for its scientific potential and for the future benefit to the Long Island economy.

‘Here we are on the verge of a second quantum revolution and BNL is at the forefront of it.’ — REP. LEE ZELDIN

“I have seen strong support inside of Congress and the administration for funding requests coming out of the Department of Energy for ideas on how to move the DOE’s mission forward,” said U.S. Rep. Lee Zeldin (R-NY-1). “I have also seen a very high level of appreciation and respect for BNL, its leadership, its staff, its mission and its potential.” Zeldin said the average American spends more time than ever engaging with technologies and other discoveries that were made possible by the first quantum revolution. “Here we are on the verge of a second quantum revolution and BNL is at the forefront of it,” Zeldin said. Zeldin sees limitless possibilities for quantum information science, as researchers believe these efforts will lead to advancements in health care, financial services, national security and other aspects of everyday life. “This next round of quantum advancements seeks to overcome some of the vulnerabilities that were identified and the imperfections in the first wave,” he said.

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‘We believe this is going to be a major part of our economic future. It is a huge victory for Long Island.’ — SEN. JIM GAUGHRAN

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State Senator James Gaughran (D-Northport) expects quantum science to provide a significant benefit to the region. “We believe this is going to be a major part of our economic future,” he said. “It is a huge victory for Long Island.” The return on investment for the state and the federal government will also materialize in jobs growth. This is “going to employ a lot of people,” Gaughran said. “It will help to rebuild the type of economy we need on Long Island. The fact that we are on the front lines of that will lead to all sorts of private sector development.” While the technology has enormous potential, it is still in early enough stages that research groups need to work out challenges before they can fully exploit quantum technology. BNL, specifically, will make quantum error correction a major part of their effort. As quantum computers start working, they run into a limitation called a noisy intermediate scale quantum problem, or NISQ. These problems come from errors that lower the confidence of getting the right answer. The noise is a current limitation for the best quantum computers. “They can only go so far before you end up with an error that is fatal” to the computing process, Misewich said. By using the co-design center for quantum advantage, Misewich and his partners hope to use the materials that “beat the NISQ error by

having the combination of folks with a great team that are all talking to one another.” The efforts will use a combination of classical computing and theory to determine the next steps in the process of building a reliable quantum information systemdriven computer. Misewich’s group is also focusing on communication. The BNL scientists hope to provide a network that enables distributed computing. In classical computing, this occurs regularly, as computer scientists distribute a problem over multiple computers. Similarly, with quantum computing, scientists plan to distribute the problem across computers that need to talk to each other. Misewich is pleased with the combination of centers that will collaborate through this effort. “The federal government picked these centers because they are somewhat complementary,” he said. The BNL-led team has 24 partners, which include IBM, Stony Brook University, SUNY Polytechnic Institute, Yale University, Princeton University, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Harvard University, Columbia University and Howard University, among others. “We had to identify the best team and bring in the right people to fill the gaps,” Misewich explained. Using a combination of federal funds and money from New York State, BNL plans to build a new beamline at the National Synchrotron Lightsource II, which will

operate at very low temperatures, allowing scientists to study the way these materials work under real word conditions. BNL would like the work they are doing to have an application in calculations in three areas: the theory of the nucleus, quantum chemistry, which explores ways to design better materials, and catalysis. A quantum computer could help make inroads in some challenging calculations related to electron-electron interactions in superconducting materials, Misewich said, adding that the entire team feels a “tremendous sense of excitement” about the work they are doing.” Indeed, the group has been working together for close to two years, which includes putting the team in place, identifying the problems they want to tackle and developing a compelling strategy for the research to make a difference. The group is expecting to produce a considerable amount of research and will likely develop various patents that will “hopefully transfer the technology so companies can start to build next generation devices,” Misewich said. Along with local leaders, Misewich hopes these research efforts will enable the transfer of this technology to a future economy for New York State. This effort will also train a numerous graduate and post doctoral students, who will be the “future leaders that are going to drive that economy,” Misewich said. The research will explore multiple levels of improvement in the design of quantum computers which they hope will all work at the same time to provide an exponential improvement in the ability of the computer to help solve problems and analyze data.

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Thursday 17

Stone Bridge Nighthawk Watch

Four Harbors Audubon Society continues its annual Stone Bridge Nighthawk Watch at Frank Melville Memorial Park, 1 Old Field Road, Setauket tonight from 5:30 p.m. to dusk through Oct. 6. Volunteers welcome. Take part in a census which is used to estimate Common Nighthawk migratory numbers each year and to better understand nighthawk population trends. Visit www.4has.org for more information.

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Stony Brook Film Festival

Stony Brook University’s Staller Center for the Arts continues its 25th annual Stony Brook Film Festival virtually with a screening of “The Subject” at 7 p.m. The film will be preceded by the short, “Corners.” An all-access pass is available for $60; individual tickets are also available for $6. Visit www.stonybrookfilmfestival.com or call 632-2787 for further details.

See Sept. 19 listing.

Welcome Autumn Walk

The staff at Sunken Meadow State Park, corner of Route 25A and Sunken Meadow Parkway, Kings Park will host an autumn walk along the marsh to the mouth of the Nissequogue River from 9 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Wear good shoes, sunscreen, and bring water. Masks are mandatory. $4 per person. Reservations are required by calling 265-1054.

Heritage Country Fair

Hard Luck Cafe concert

Farmer's and Maker's Market

Gallery North, 91 North Country Road, Setauket hosts a Farmer’s and Maker’s Market of local artists and artisans alongside the Three Village Artisan Farmer’s Market today and Sept. 25 from 3 to 7 pm. to showcase the works of local, Long Island artists and makers. Along the campus at Gallery North one will find handcrafted works from a variety of artists in a range of categories including fine art, photography, ceramics and pottery, wood work, jewelry, glassware, and more. For more information, call 751-2676 or visit www.gallerynorth.org.

HORSEY FUN The Smithtown Historical Society hosts is annual Heritage Country Fair featuring the cowboy mounted shooting club, Island Long Riders, on Sept. 20. Photo by Rita J. Egan

welcome. Bring a mat, towel and bottle of water. Masks are required before and after the session. Registration (18 and older please) is required by visiting www.smithtownhistorical. org. Questions? Call 265-6768.

Third Friday at the Reboli Center

Join Reboli Center President Lois Reboli for a conversation with artist Vicki Sawyer via Zoom at 7 p.m. Sawyer’s whimsical animal and bird portraits are currently on view at the Reboli Center, 64 Main Street, Stony Brook in an exhibit titled Wild and Wonderful. To obtain a link to this free event, call 751-7707 or email ReboliCenter@gmail.com.

Goat Yoga

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Join Joy Cirigliano of the Four Harbors Audubon Society on a bird hike up a section of the Long Island Greenbelt Trail from Harrison Pond Park into the rear of Nissequogue River State Park in Kings Park from 7:30 to 11 a.m. Search for shorebirds, waders, ducks, woodland and edge species, and fall migrants along this wooded/dune/field walk. Call 766-3075.

The Smithtown Historical Society, 211 Middle Country Road, Smithtown hosts an outdoor goat yoga session today from 5 to 6 p.m. and again from 6:15 to 7:45 p.m. Kelly Mitchell from The Buddha Barn will lead participants through a 45-minute practice of yoga with friendly, interactive goats. Tickets are $25 per person each session and all levels of yoga are

Davis Town Meeting House Society will hold its annual Yard Sale & Craft Fair at the Davis House, 263 Middle Country Road, Coram from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Shop for treasures, and enjoy entertainment by the Harbormen Chorus and Ozzie the Miniature Horse. Free autum crafts for the children at no charge. Rain date is Sept. 20. Proceeds will benefit the restoration and renovation of the Davis House. For more information, call 804-2256.

Vanderbilt Walk and Talk Tours

Huntington Arts Council’s annual benefit has gone virtual! The event will be livestreamed at 7 p.m. to celebrate the Harry and Sandy Chapin awardees Asia Lee, Kevin F. Harrington and The Huntington Community Band. The community is invited to join the HAC in celebrating the arts with special performances and guests and to take a chance to win fine art and unique experiences via its online silent auction. Free. To register, visit www.huntingtonarts.org.

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Yard Sale & Craft Fair

Sunday 20

Huntington Arts Council Benefit

In partnership with the Cinema Arts Centre, the Folk Music Society of Huntington continues its Hard Luck Cafe concert series, albeit virtually, with a live-stream performance by Jordi Baizan and Claudia Gibson, two talented Texas-based artists, who will engage in an online song swap from 8 to 10 p.m. Free. Visit www.cinemaartscentre.org to register.

the deeper album cuts treasured by avid Pink Floyd followers. The Museum will provide socially distanced spots for seating. Bring your own chair or blanket. Tickets available online only for $30 per person/ $25 members. Visit www.vanderbiltmuseum.org.

Bird Walk

Vanderbilt Walk and Talk Tours

Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport holds a guided Walk and Talk Tour today and Sept. 20 at noon and 1:30 p.m. Tour the Vanderbilt Estate grounds and gardens during this hour long tour. Held rain or shine. Tickets are $8 adults, $7 seniors/ students, $6 children ages 5 and older. Visit www.vanderbiltmuseum.org to order.

Virtual Artist Encounter

Gallery North in Setauket presents a Virtual Artist Encounter with Jeremy Dennis at 4 p.m. The artist will join participants from his studio via Zoom to discuss his work and creative process. Followed by a Q&A. Free. Visit www.gallerynorth.org to register. For more info, call 751-2676.

Us and Floyd in concert

Long Island-based Pink Floyd tribute band Us and Floyd will give an outdoor performance at the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport from 7:30 to 9 p.m. The nine-piece group takes pride in performing accurate recreations of Pink Floyd’s best-known songs, as well as some of

The Smithtown Historical Society, 211 E. Main St., Smithtown hosts its annual Heritage Country Fair today from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. A longtime favorite family event, the fair offers the community a chance to gather, safely, outdoors in limited groups. Featuring activities like the Island Long Riders Cowboy Mounted Shooting displays, petting zoo and pony rides, a vendor market and guided tours of the 20acre campus.. Entry is limited to 50 people per 2 hours. Parking is across the street at 222 E Main St, Smithtown; crossing guards will be available to safely walk guests across the street. Held rain or shine. Tickets are $5 each, and available only on www.eventbrite.com. For further details, call 265-6768.

‘Ms. Claus’

Theatre Three in Port Jefferson continues its Off-Stage/On-Line series of short plays at 7 p.m. with “Ms. Claus” by Patrick Gabridge and starring Andrew Lenahan, Andy Markowitz, Bradlee Bing and Brittany Lacey. The series is directed by Theatre Three’s Artistic Director Jeffrey Sanzel with technical production by Tim Haggerty and Eric J. Hughes. Free. Visit www.theatrethree.com.

Monday 21

TVHS virtual lecture

The Three Village Historical Society continues its lecture series with a virtual presentation titled 500 Years of Leonardo da Vinci via Zoom at 7 p.m. Guest Speaker Ranelle Wolf will explore the great master’s scientific and other worldly approach to art

SEPTEMBER 17, 2020 • ARTS & LIFESTYLES • PAGE B27 and will include clips from the movie The DaVinci Code. $5 per person. To register, visit www.tvhs.org.

Port Jefferson Documentary Series

The Port Jefferson Documentary Series continues with a screening of “Desert One” at Harborfront Park, 101 E. Broadway, Port Jefferson at 7 p.m. Director Barbara Kopple re-examines the story of Americans taken hostage by Iranian revolutionaries in 1979 with never-before audiotapes from the White House, as well as new interviews with hostages, rescuers and President Jimmy Carter. Please bring seating and a mask. Rain date is Sept. 22. Tickets are $10 in advance only at www.portjeffdocumentaryseries.com.

Virtual Movie Trivia Night

Do you know a lot about movies? Well here’s your chance to prove it! Join the Cinema Arts Centre in Huntington for a virtual Movie Trivia Night at 8 p.m. Hosted by Dan French, the winning team will get up to four CAC Gift Cards (1 per team member) and bragging rights. Tickets are $10 per team, $7 members. Visit www.cinemaartscentre.org to register. Any questions please email Danlovestrivia@ gmail.com.

Tuesday 22 Author Talk

Join Book Revue in Huntington for an evening with former Hollywood producer Burt Weissbourd and screenwriter Jacob Epstein as they discuss Weissbourd’s transition into thriller writing and his new novel, Danger in Plain Sight” live on Crowdcast at 7 p.m. Free but registration is required by visiting www. bookrevue.com.

Wednesday 23

Dick Van Dyke Show revisited

Northport-East Northport Public Library in Northport hosts a virtual program titled The

Making of the Dick Van Dyke Show at 11 a.m. Learn the backstory of the award-winning show and discover its Long Island connections. Free and open to all. Register NENA943 at www.nenpl.org. For more information, call 261-6930.

‘We Bombed in Topeka’

Theatre Three in Port Jefferson continues its Off-Stage/On-Line series of short plays at 7 p.m. with “Surf’s Up!” by Ken Levine and starring Michael Newman and Heidi Jaye. The series is directed by Theatre Three’s Artistic Director Jeffrey Sanzel with technical production by Tim Haggerty and Eric J. Hughes. Free. Visit www. theatrethree.com.

Goat Yoga

The Smithtown Historical Society, 211 Middle Country Road, Smithtown hosts an outdoor goat yoga session today from 5 to 6 p.m. and again from 6:15 to 7:45 p.m.. Kelly Mitchell from The Buddha Barn will lead participants through a 45-minute practice of yoga with friendly, interactive goats. Tickets are $25 per person each session and all levels of yoga are welcome. Bring a mat, towel and bottle of water. Masks are required before and after the session. Registration (18 and older please) is required by visiting www.smithtownhistorical. org. Questions? Call 265-6768.

Author Talk

Book Revue hosts an evening with author, attorney, and environmentalist, Marian Lindberg, as she speaks about her new true crime and history book, Scandal on Plum Island: A Commander Becomes the Accused, live on Crowdcast at 7 p.m. Free but registration is required by visiting www. bookrevue.com.

Sky Room Talk

The Cinema Arts Centre will host a virtual Sky Room Talk on “Gold Diggers” (1933) via Zoom at 8 p.m. Film historian Philip Harwood will lead an interactive discussion and q&a about the Depression-era musical that stars

Joan Blondell, Ruby Keeler, Aline McMahon, and Ginger Rogers as four chorus girls trying desperately to ﬁnd work in a show that won’t close. $7 per person, $5 members. To register, visit www.cinemaartscentre.org.

Thursday 24 Virtual Lunch & Learn

Huntington Historical Society presents a virtual Lunch & Learn event titled Hidden Historic Houses of Huntington at noon. Enjoy your own lunch from home as HHS Trustee Toby Kissam and town historian Robert C. Hughes discuss the stories behind some of the historic houses found throughout the Town of Huntington. Free but registration is required by visiting www. huntingtonhistoricalsociety.org.

Stony Brook Film Festival

Stony Brook University’s Staller Center for the Arts continues its 25th annual Stony Brook Film Festival virtually with a screening of “Those Who Remained,” a lyrical story of the healing process of Holocaust survivors through the eyes of a young girl in postWorld War II Hungary. (In Hungarian with subtitles) at 7 p.m. Preceded by the short ﬁlm, “Sticker” (In Macedonian with subtitles.) An all-access pass is available for $60; individual tickets are also available for $6. Visit www. stonybrookﬁlmfestival.com or call 632-2787 for further details.

Virtual Trivia Night!

Test your knowledge during the Whaling Museum of Cold Spring Harbor’s Trivia Night at 7 p.m. and compete virtually against others in topics of history, science, art, ﬁlm, literature, geography, pop culture, maritime themes, and more! Diverse questions for everyone. Free to play. Register at www. cshwhalingmuseum.org.

Vendors wanted

DePasquale Enterprises will hold a “Christmas in October” Village Craft Fair on the grounds of the Smithtown Historical Society on Oct. 3 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Rain date is Oct. 11. Artists, crafters, food artisans and gift vendors wanted. For an application, visit www.depasmarket.com. Preferred Promotions seeks vendors for its annual Deepwells Holiday Boutique in St. James on Dec. 7 and 8 and again from Dec. 14 to 15. from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call 563-8551.

HEALING TOGETHER Catch a virtual screening of ‘Those Who Remained,’ Hungary’s submission for the International Feature Film category for the 2020 Oscars, as part of the Stony Brook Film Festival on Sept. 24 at 7 p.m. Photo from Staller Center

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A perennial favorite, Benner’s Farm’s scarecrow workshop returns on Sept. 19.

Programs

Sun, Moon & Stars

The Whaling Museum in Cold Spring Harbor hosts a virtual program, Sun, Moon & Stars, on Sept. 18 at 4 p.m. Celebrate the equinox and learn how sailors have used the sky to ﬁnd their way for thousands of years. Create a fun telescope craft using materials found at home. Free to participate, $5 Suggested donation appreciated. To register, visit www.cshwhalingmuseum.org or call 367-3418.

Seasonal Scavenger Hunt

Join the staff at Caleb Smith State Park Preserve, 581 E. Jericho Turnpike, Smithtown for a Seasonal Scavenger Hunt on Sept. 19 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Enjoy a relaxing walk along the meandering trails as you search for the interesting and silly things on the scavenger hunt list! Masks are mandatory. $4 person. Advanced registration required by calling 265-1054.

Scarecrow Workshop

Benner’s Farm, 56 Gnarled Hollow Road, E. Setauket presents a Scarecrow Workshop for children ages 5 to 12 on Sept. 19 from 10 a.m. to noon. Learn about these garden guardians and then dress and decorate one of your own. Then help the Benner’s make a scarecrow for the farm. Children will leave with a childsized scarecrow to put in their own garden or front yard. Please bring clothing (size small 4 to 6 to medium 6 to 8) to the workshop with a parent. $40 per child with sibling discounts. To register, call 6898172 or visit www.bennersfarm.com.

Family Trivia Night

Kids in grades 2 to 5 along with their parents are invited to join the Whaling Museum of Cold Spring Harbor for Virtual Trivia on Sept. 24 at 7 p.m. Enjoy a wide range of questions to show off your knowledge skills in a fun, friendly, virtual competition. Winner earns museum tickets! Free to play. $5 suggested donation appreciated. Register at www.cshwhalingmuseum.org. Call 367-3418 for more info. All numbers are in (631) area code unless otherwise noted.

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Religious D irectory

Byzantine Catholic

RESURRECTION BYZANTINE CATHOLIC CHURCH

38 Mayﬂower Avenue, Smithtown NY 11787 631–759–6083 resurrectionsmithtown@gmail.com www.resurrectionsmithtown.org FATHER VLADYSLAV BUDASH, ADMINISTRATOR DEACON ROBERT KNAPP JOSEPH S. DURKO, CANTOR Divine Liturgy: Saturdays 4:45 pm Sunday Liturgy: 10 am For Weekday and Holy Day Schedule: See website or phone for information Sunday School Sundays at 9:15 am A Catholic Church of the Eastern Rite under the Eparchy of Passaic.

Catholic ST. GERARD MAJELLA ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH

300 Terryville Road, Port Jefferson Station 631–473–2900 www.stgmajella.org REV. GREGORY RANNAZZISI, PASTOR Summer Schedule 2020 Mass: Saturday 5 pm only mass Sunday 8 am, 10 am & 12 pm Weekday Mass: 9 am Confessions: Saturday 3:45-4:45 pm Ofﬁce Hours: Monday-Thursday 9 am - 4:30 pm Thrift Shop: Monday-Thursday 10 am - 4 pm Baptism and Wedding arrangements can be made by calling the Parish Ofﬁce

INFANT JESUS ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH

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

ST. JAMES ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH 429 Rt. 25A, Setauket, NY 11733 Phone: 631–941–4141 • Fax: 631–751–6607 Parish Ofﬁce email: parish@stjamessetauket.org www.stjamessetauket.org REV. JAMES-PATRICK MANNION, PASTOR REV. ROBERT SCHECKENBACK, ASSOCIATE PASTOR REV. JOHN FITZGERALD, IN RESIDENCE REV. MIKE S. EZEATU, SBU HOSPITAL CHAPLAIN, IN RESIDENCE

MRS. LOUISE DICARLO, FAITH FORMATION DIRECTOR OFFICE: 631-941-4141 X 328 MRS. KATHY VAETH, OUTREACH DIRECTOR/COORDINATOR OFFICE: 631941-4141 X 313 Office Hours:Mon.-Fri. 9am - 4pm; Sat. 9am - 2pm Weekday Masses: Monday to Saturday at 8am Weekend Masses: Saturday (Vigil) 5pm (Youth) Sunday 8am & 9:30 (Family) 11:30am (Choir) re-starting in Oct. BAPTISMS: Contact the Office at the end of the third month of pregnancy to set a date. MATRIMONY: Contact the Office at least nine months before desired date to set a date. RECONCILIATION: Saturdays 4 - 4:45pm or by Appointment ANOINTING OF THE SICK: by request. BEREAVEMENT: 631-941-4141 x 341 OUR DAILY BREAD: Sunday Soup Kitchen 3 pm, closed... reopening TBD FOOD PANTRY OPEN: Wednesdays 12 noon to 2 pm and Sundays 2 pm to 3 pm MISSION STATEMENT We, the Catholic community of the Tree Village area, formed as the Body of Christ through the waters of Baptism, are a pilgrim community journeying toward the fullness of the Kingdom of God, guided by the Holy Spirit, nourished by the Eucharist and formed by the Gospel. We strive to respond the Jesus’ invitation: to be faithful and fruitful disciples; to be Good Samaritan to (our) neighbor and enemy; stewards of and for God’s creation and living witnesses of Faith, Hope and Charity...so that in Jesus’ name, we may be a welcoming community, respectful of life in all its diversities.

ST. LOUIS DE MONTFORT ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH

75 New York Avenue, Sound Beach, N.Y. 11789 Parish Office: 631-744-8566; FAX 631-744-8611 Parish Website: www.stlouisdm.org Office Hours: Mon., Tues., Thurs.: 9 am to 5 pm Wednesday: 9 am to 8 pm; Friday: 9 am to 4 pm; Saturday: 9 am to 1 pm; Closed on Sunday Mission Statement: To proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ’s love through our active involvement as a parish family in works of Charity, Faith, Worship, Justice and Mercy. ALL ARE WELCOME! No matter what your present status is in the Catholic Church. No matter your family situation. No matter your practice of faith. No matter your personal history, age or background. YOU are invited, respected and loved at St. Louis de Montfort. REV. MSGR. CHRISTOPHER J. HELLER, PASTOR REV. ALPHONSUS IGBOKWE, ASSOCIATE PASTOR REV. MSGR. DONALD HANSON, IN RESIDENCE REV. FRANCIS PIZZARELLI, S.M.M., PARISH ASSISTANT REV. HENRY VAS, PARISH ASSISTANT Weekday Masses: Monday through Friday: 8:30 am in the Chapel Weekend Masses: Saturday Vigil: 5 pm Sunday: 7:30 am; 9:00 am; 10:30 am; 12 noon. Baptisms: Most Sundays at 1:30 pm. Please contact Parish Office for an appointment. Reconciliation: Sat.: 4-4:45 pm or by appointment. Anointing of the Sick: by request. Holy Matrimony: Contact Parish Office at least six months in advance of desired date. Religious Education: Contact 631-744-9515 Parish Outreach: Contact 631-209-0325 Our Lady of Wisdom Regional School: Contact 631-473-1211.

Catholic Traditional Latin Mass ST. MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL

Society of Saint Pius X 900 Horseblock Road, Farmingville, NY 11738 631–736–6515 • sspxlongisland.com Sunday Masses at 7 am and 9 am

Congregational MT. SINAI CONGREGATIONAL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST

233 North Country Road, Mt. Sinai • 631–473–1582 www.msucc.org • REV. DR. PHILIP HOBSON Take care of yourselves, wash your hands, wear your mask, check on your neighbors. Grace and Peace, Rev. Phil Worship with us online! Sundays at 10 am (or anytime) on Facebook and YouTube.

Episcopal ALL SOULS EPISCOPAL CHURCH

“Our little historic church on the hill” across from the Stony Brook Duck Pond Visit our website www.allsouls–stonybrook.org or call 631-655-7798 allsoulsepiscopalchurch@verizon.net 8 am service will be Virtual 9:30 am service will be outdoors at the Rectory 5 Mill Pond Rd., Stony Brook; parking end of rd. at Parish House This is a small eclectic Episcopal congregation that has a personal touch. We welcome all regardless of where you are on your spiritual journey. Walk with us.

CAROLINE EPISCOPAL CHURCH OF SETAUKET

THE REV. CN. DR. RICHARD D. VISCONTI, RECTOR 1 Dyke Road on the Village Green, Setauket Web site: www.carolinechurch.net email: ofﬁce@carolinechurch.net • 631–941–4245 Our worship services have resumed with the following schedule: Saturday evening at 5pm: Evening Prayer Sunday morning: 8am Morning Prayer; 9:30 am Morning Prayer with music. A Eucharistic Healing Service will be held on Thursdays at noon. Let God walk with you as part of our familyfriendly community

CHRIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH

127 Barnum Ave., Port Jefferson • 631–473–0273 email: ccoffice@christchurchportjeff.org www.christchurchportjeff.org Church office hours: Tues. - Fri. 9am - 12pm FATHER ANTHONY DILORENZO: PRIEST–IN–CHARGE Check for upcoming information concerning the celebration of Holy Eucharist. For information please call the church office during office hours. GOD BLESS YOU. Father Anthony DiLorenzo It is the mission of the people of Christ Church to grow in our relationship with Jesus Christ and to make his love known to all through our lives and ministry. We at Christ Church are a joyful, welcoming community. Wherever you are in your journey of life we want to be part of it.

ST. JAMES EPISCOPAL CHURCH

490 North Country Road, St. James, NY 11780 631-584-5560 www.stjamesstjames.org Parish Office email: stjameschurchnyoffice@gmail.com THE REV. IAN C. WETMORE, RECTOR Sunday in-person worship: 8 am Morning Prayer: Rite I (this service is also streamed on Facebook Live at www.facebook.com/ SaintJamesSt.James.NY) 9:30 am Morning Prayer: Rite II-outdoors in the shade in good weather, otherwise indoors Monday-Friday, 8:30 am: Morning Prayer: Rite I In keeping with our Bishop’s guidelines, duration of our services is 30-40 minutes. Masks and hand sanitizer are available at the entrance. Please call the church office for information about pastoral care and other church-related activities. Where is God calling us? To grow in faith through Scripture and prayer, To build relationships in Christ, To serve one another and the world.

Evangelical THREE VILLAGE CHURCH

To Know Christ and To Make Him Known 322 Main Street, East Setauket www.3vc.org • 631-941–3670 LEAD PASTOR JOSH MOODY Sunday Worship Services are durrently suspended until further notice. Please join us virtually and get connected by visiting www.3vc.org. – Your 3VC church family Join Us As We Celebrate 60 Years Of Proclaiming The Good News Of Jesus Christ!

Greek Orthodox CHURCH OF THE ASSUMPTION

430 Sheep Pasture Rd., Port Jefferson 11777 Tel: 631-473-0894 • Fax: 631-928-5131 www.kimisis.org • goc.assumption@gmail.com REV. DEMETRIOS N. CALOGREDES, PROTOPRESBYTER Sunday Services: Orthros 8:30 Am - Divine Liturgy 10 Am Services Conducted In Both Greek & English* Books Available To Follow In English* Sunday Catechism School, 10 Am - 11 Am* Greek Language School, Tuesdays 5 Pm - 8 Pm* Bible Study & Adult Catechism Classes Available* Golden Age & Youth Groups Banquet Hall Available For Rental* For Information Please Call Church Ofﬁce* Adjustments to services will be made according to CDC and NYState DOH COVID-19 guidelines. Please call Church ofﬁce for updates.

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

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VILLAGE CHABAD

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

TEMPLE ISAIAH (REFORM)

1404 Stony Brook Road, Stony Brook 631-751–8518 • www.tisbny.org A Warm And Caring Intergenerational Community Dedicated To Learning, Prayer, Social Action, And Friendship. Member Union For Reform Judaism RABBI PAUL SIDLOFSKY CANTOR INTERN EMILY HOOLIHAN EDUCATIONAL DIRECTOR RABBI MICHAEL S. CHURGEL, RJE RABBI EMERITUS STEPHEN A. KAROL RABBI EMERITUS ADAM D. FISHER CANTOR EMERITUS MICHAEL F. TRACHTENBERG Sabbath Services Friday 7:30 pm And Saturday 10 am Religious School • Monthly Family Service Monthly Tot • Shabbat Youth Groups • Senior Club Adult Education Sisterhood Brotherhood • Book Club-More

Lutheran–ELCA HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH AND ANCHOR NURSERY SCHOOL

46 Dare Road, Selden 631-732-2511 Emergency Number 516-848-5386 REV. DR. RICHARD O. HILL, PASTOR ERIC FARET, VICAR Email: ofﬁce@hopelutheran.com Website: www.hopeluth.com We have worship services for a limited size congregation on Saturdays at 5 p.m. Call the church to reserve a place. We also offer two Parking Lot services on Sundays at 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. and we are livecasting these worship services as well. The service can be accessed in the three ways on the Homepage of our website: www.hopeluth.com. A link is also posted there. Links are also posted on our Facebook “Friends who like Hope Lutheran Church” group. The YouTube channel we use is “Rev Dr Richard O. Hill,” where the service and other items are available. We have a live Zoom Bible Study on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 1:00 and a Hymn Sing event on Wednesdays at 11 a.m. All are welcome. We have a “Hope’s Kids” Facebook group for children to use. Our Food Pantry is open to everyone on Thursdays from 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. for picking up food.

Also, donations can be made from 11 a.m.-noon or by making arrangements by leaving a message on the church answering service. Offerings to support our ministry can be made at church services and through our website’s “Share God’s Mission” page. In any emergency, call the pastor at 516-848-5386.

ST. PAUL’S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH

309 Patchogue Road, Port Jefferson Station 631-473-2236 REV. PAUL A. DOWNING PASTOR E-mail: Pastorpauldowning@yahoo.com Pastor’s cell: 347–423–3623 (voice or text) www.StPaulsLCPJS.org facebook.com/stpaulselca St. Paul’s reopened for live worship services on Sunday, September 6. We will have one morning service in the sanctuary at 9:30 am. This service is limited to 20 people. Please call the church to us know you are coming. There will be an overﬂow room. We will also have a live service in our parking lot on Sunday evening at 5 pm. This service is limited to 50 people. Bring your own lawn chair. If weather is questionable, call the church for updated information on the answering machine. The Sunday morning service will be broadcast on Facebook.com/StPaulsELCA and StPaulsLCPJS.org. We will follow the CDC Guidelines on social distancing and mask wearing. If you have questions, call, text or email Pastor Paul. All or our other activities each week will continue on Zoom. We continue to serve the Port Jefferson Community Now in our 102nd year

Lutheran–LCMS MESSIAH LUTHERAN CHURCH

Messiah Preschool & Day Care 465 Pond Path, East Setauket 631-751–1775 • www.messiahny.com PASTOR NILS NIEMEIER ASSOCIATE PASTOR STEVE UNGER We are thrilled to announce we are open for worship in the church. Two services at 9 am & 10:30 am. Space is limited so please go to our website (www.messiahny. com) to register or call the church ofﬁce (631-7511775). See our website for the procedures we will have in place. For those who are not comfortable with going to church, you can still watch the service online. Go to our website. We, as a church, are here for you and if you are in need, please call us. Our Pastors are available and you are welcome to call the church to speak to them. May God keep you safe and shine His light and love upon you.

Methodist BETHEL AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH

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

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

ST. JAMES UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

532 Moriches Road, St. James 11780-1316 REV. PRINCE DONKOR, PASTOR 631-584-5340 All are Welcome We have opened our doors once again. 10 am. We ask that all who enter, please wear a mask. Thank you all and God Bless you.

SETAUKET UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

160 Main Street, Corner Of 25A And Main Street East Setauket • 631–941–4167 REV. STEVEN KIM, PASTOR www.setauketumc.org • sumcny@aol.com Adult Bible Study: 9am Sunday Worship Service & Church School: 10 am Holy Communion 1st Sunday Of Month Mary Martha Circle (Women’s Ministry) Monthly On 2nd Tuesday At 1pm No matter who you are or where you are on life’s journey, you’re welcome here!

Presbyterian FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF PORT JEFFERSON

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

SETAUKET PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

5 Caroline Avenue ~ On the Village Green 631- 941-4271 Celebrating and Sharing the love of God since 1660. THE REV. KATE JONES CALONE, INTERIM PASTOR THE REV. ASHLEY MCFAUL-ERWIN, COMMUNITY OUTREACH PASTOR Prayer service 8:30 am (Outside, byo chair) Our creative Worship Service at 9:30 am streamed from our website: Setauketpresbyterian.org Sunday School via Zoom Sundays at 10:30 am Adult Interest groups via Zoom. Youth Group for grades 7-12 via Zoom, (Open to the community) Bell Choir returns! All ringers welcome Our Outreach Programs are Continuing! Setauket Presbyterian Pre-School, ages 2-5 www.setauketpreschool.org Open Door Exchange (furniture ministry) opendoorexchange.org 631-751-0176 For all program information visit our website for Zoom links, email the church ofﬁce: Setauketpresbyterian@verizon.net • Follow us on FB

Quakers RELIGIOUS SOCIETY OF FRIENDS

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

Unitarian Universalist UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP AT STONY BROOK

380 Nicolls Road, East Setauket, NY 11733 631–751–0297 www.uufsb.org • ofﬁce@uufsb.org REV. MARGARET H. ALLEN (minister@uufsb.org) We are a religious community that seeks diversity, individual spiritual growth, social and economic justice. Sunday Service: 10:30 am – visit www.uufsb.org for the weekly link to our online services while we cannot gather in person Children’s Sunday Religious Education Classes resume in the fall. Our website also offers information about other activities we are currently holding online, such as our Humanist Discussion Group and meditative & wellness arts classes

Would You Like to Join Our Religious Directory? For More Information Please Call 631-331-1154

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Horoscopes of the week VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Calming, relaxing activities are the best way to fill up your week, Virgo. Spend time taking long walks with friends or hanging out without much advance planning. LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, one minute you feel one thing and another you’ve changed your mind. Sit down and think over the pros and cons of each direction before making a final decision. SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, your social schedule fills up quickly this week. You may enjoy getting out of the house or the office, but remember to do it in a responsible and safe way. SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 No one but you can start working toward your goals, Sagittarius. Stop dragging your feet and put a good plan into action in the next few days. CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, whether you realize it or not, you have a great deal of freedom to do what you want. Be spontaneous and start pursuing some of your goals. AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 People may not be receptive to your usual brand of humor this week, Aquarius. Do more listening than talking. Try to keep sarcasm to a minimum and lay low. PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Don’t be overly concerned with what others think about you, Pisces. Even if you’re feeling like a fish out of water, forge ahead with your unique ideas. ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, let yourself drift off into a creative mode this week. Explore any artistic endeavor and dream as big as your mind allows. Don’t limit this expressive outlet. TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 This week you may be feeling especially loving and romantic, Taurus. Consider treating your special someone to a home-cooked meal or going for a stroll in the park. GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, if things get a little confusing over the next couple of days, don’t feel the need to try to figure everything out. Take what you need to get your tasks done. CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, it may seem like you are juggling a hundred things at once. Take a step back to exhale and recharge your batteries. This will prove a welcome break. LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, when faced with too many choices, you may find it hard to make a decision. Instead, select two or more and sample which is best. Don’t let indecisiveness derail your plans.

MOVIE REVIEW

New Nikola Tesla biopic short circuits

REVIEWED BY JEFFREY SANZEL

fter dropping out of Harvard, writer-director-producer Michael Almereyda got a Hollywood agent based on a spec script about inventor and innovator Nikola Tesla. Tesla now arrives in theaters (and streaming) some three decades later. In the meantime, Almereyda has made over two dozen films, ranging from shorts to feature length to documentaries. He has worked with many of the same actors over the years — in this case reuniting with Ethan Hawke (who starred in Almereyda’s modern-dress Hamlet), Kyle MacLachlan, and Jim Gaffigan. The film is not a complete biopic but instead begins in 1884 when Tesla was unhappily working for Thomas Edison in his workshop. It quickly presents their incompatibility and Tesla’s subsequent embarkation on an independent path. The focus is on the battle between Edison’s direct current and Tesla’s alternate current. (Some of this material was covered in Alfonso Gomez-Rejon’s The Current War, which emphasized the business competition between Edison and George Westinghouse with Benedict Cumberbatch as the former, Michael Shannon as the latter, and Nicholas Hoult in the less prominent role of Tesla.) The structure of Tesla is eclectic. It is narrated by Anne Morgan, daughter of mogul J.P. Morgan, who later bankrolls Tesla. Dressed in period garb, she talks to the camera, referencing her laptop, and siting Google searches. This sets the tone for what is going to be an unconventional structure. The visual elements are highly stylized, with scenes often played out against enlarged photos, painted backdrops, or stock footage. Sometimes this is highly effective; other times it has the feel of the cheaply made educational films of the 60’s and 70’s. There is nothing wrong with this strange, theatrical tactic. Often, the unexpected vision or rough approach bring the explored world into a different focus by not enslaving it to its period. The result can present old concepts in new lights. When this fails, works such as these can still succeed as a triumph of style over substance. Unfortunately, Tesla is no triumph. The scenes that are part of the historical narrative are meandering, with a lot of mumbling scientific jargon that is no doubt well-researched and accurate, but make for very slow going.

Above, Ethan Hawke as the visionary Nikola Tesla; below, Kyle MacLachlan plays Thomas Edison, Tesla’s frenemy and rival in the film. Photos from IFC Films

Tesla should not be a history report: It should engage on some visceral level. The surrounding structure is uniquely artistic and unpredictable; the content plays as pedestrian. The result is like a pie with an amazing and complex crust but a bland, tasteless filling. There is a wonderful scene that ends in a small food fight between Edison and Tesla. This, like several other moments, are then corrected as only fantasy. The random appearance of a cellphone is a slyly introduced anachronism. This is where the film delights and surprises. The speculation, the what-if ’s, and the flights of fancy engage us for a few moments but then we drift back into soporific stupor. There is great deal espoused about idealism versus capitalism and creation versus commerce. All are important concepts but they are not presented in any dramatic fashion. When Tesla sets up his laboratory at Wardenclyffe in Shoreham, there are enough lightning flashes and electrical storms for half a dozen Frankenstein movies. It is stretches like these that seem to go on with little purpose. Ethan Hawke makes Tesla a brooding genius, full of tics and OCD. As always, he fully commits to the role and delivers the best he can. But the problem is we never really learn who Tesla is. In many ways, he is a cipher at the center of his own story. Kyle MacLachlan’s Edison is an egotist of epic proportion but allows flashes of doubt to peek through. There are occasional sparks between them and the rivalry between these

dysfunctional geniuses offer the strongest sequences. If only there were more. Eve Hewson’s Anne Morgan is a fullyrealized character, the underlying but never spoken love for Tesla a driving factor. She makes the marveling at his genius and exasperation with his inability to communicate completely natural. Jim Gaffigan is a blowsy and sincere George Westinghouse and loses himself in the character. J.P. Morgan, as played by Donnie Keshawarz, enters late and is a borderline melodrama villain. Rebecca Dayan as the grand dame of the theatre, Sarah Bernhardt, steers her away from the dangers of caricature, and her fascination with Tesla is intriguing if not fully explored. The rest of the cast are given one note each to play, and they struggle along with the weightier sections of exposition. There are at least half a dozen electrical references that could be made to cleverly sum-up Tesla — comments about random sparks or broken circuits. But, ultimately, it is much simpler than that: The film just doesn’t work. Tesla is rated PG-13 for some thematic material and nude images.

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COOKING COVE

Pizza for breakfast, lunch and dinner BY BARBARA BELTRAMI So you love pizza. Who doesn’t? And you say you wish you could eat it 24/7 three times a day. Well, the pizza genie has granted your wish. Beyond the basic pizza margherita with tomato sauce and cheese, there are so many versions of that uber popular pie that it’s hard to count them. However, if you’re serious about having pizza for every meal or maybe you think you might like to spread the wealth around over a few days or weeks, I’ve got three pizzas for you: The first, of course, is for breakfast and has, among other ingredients, eggs; the second takes inspiration from a lunchtime favorite, tuna salad; and the third is a dinner pizza that has so many ingredients and toppings that you’re going to need extra napkins.

and bake another 8 to10 minutes until eggs are set and bacon is crisp. Remove from oven, drizzle with olive oil, cut into slices and serve immediately with hot coffee, Bloody Mary’s or mimosas.

Breakfast Pizza

YIELD: Serves 4 to 6 INGREDIENTS: • Nonstick cooking spray • 2 tablespoons cornmeal • One 12-inch pizza crust • 3/4 pound bacon • 3 tablespoons butter • 2 tablespoons olive oil • 1 small onion, diced • 1 cup diced potatoes • 1/2 cup shredded mild cheddar cheese • 1 cup chopped fresh tomatoes • Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste • 4 to 6 large eggs DIRECTIONS:

Lunch Pizza

Preheat oven to 450F. Spray a rimmed pizza pan or baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray. Sprinkle with cornmeal and spread pizza crust to edges. In a large skillet over medium-high heat fry bacon until it just starts to shrivel and turn golden, about 5 to 10 minutes; remove and drain on paper towels. In another large skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium high heat; add onion and potatoes and sauté, turning often, until both are soft but not mushy. Sprinkle cheese over crust, then tomatoes, then onions and potatoes; season with salt and pepper and bake for 6 to 8 minutes, until everything turns light brown. Remove from oven, place on rack and carefully break eggs evenly over top; place partially cooked bacon slices in between eggs, return to oven

YIELD: Serves 4 to 6 INGREDIENTS: • Nonstick cooking spray • 2 tablespoons cornmeal • One 12-inch pizza crust • Two 7-ounce cans water-packed tuna, drained • 1/2 cup mayonnaise • 1 teaspoon prepared mustard • 1 teaspoon pickle juice • 1 shallot, minced • 1 celery rib, finely diced • Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste • 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese • 1/2 green bell pepper, cored, seeded and sliced DIRECTIONS:

Preheat oven to 450 F. Spray rimmed pizza pan or baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray, then sprinkle cornmeal evenly over it. Spread pizza crust to edges of pan; bake until crust is slightly crispy, about 3 to 5 minutes. Meanwhile in medium bowl thoroughly combine tuna, mayonnaise, mustard, pickle juice, shallot, celery salt and pepper. Spread evenly over partially baked crust, top with cheese and bell pepper slices and bake 8 to 10 minutes until crust is golden and filling is heated through and bubbly. Serve hot or warm immediately with a mixed green salad.

Dinner Pizza

YIELD: Serves 4 to 6 INGREDIENTS: • Nonstick cooking spray • 2 tablespoons cornmeal • One 12-inch pizza crust • 2/3 cup marinara sauce • 3 ounces thinly sliced pepperoni • 2 ounces prosciutto, coarsely torn or chopped • 6 anchovies, diced • 1 medium Portobello mushroom, thinly sliced • 3 roasted red pepper halves, julienned • 1/2 cup oil-packed artichokes, chopped • 1/2 cup black olives, sliced • Salt to taste • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes • 12 ounces fresh mozzarella, shredded • 1/4 cup olive oil DIRECTIONS:

Preheat oven to 475 F. Spray a rimmed pizza pan or baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray, then sprinkle with cornmeal and place the pizza crust on top, stretching it to the edges. Slather sauce over crust; evenly scatter pepperoni, prosciutto, anchovies, mushrooms, roasted pepper, artichokes, olives, salt and crushed red pepper flakes over sauce; top with mozzarella and drizzle with olive oil. Bake until vegetables are soft and start to brown a little and edge of crust is golden, about 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from oven, slice and serve hot or warm with sautéed broccoli rabe or spinach.

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COVER STORY

Vanderbilt Museum celebrates 70 years of beauty, history and education

BY MELISSA ARNOLD

'The Vanderbilt is unique, a don’tmiss slice of American history.'

t’s been a long year of Netflix binges and Zoom meetings for all of us, and these days, nothing feels better than getting out a little. You don’t have to go far to find interesting places to explore, either. Most Long Island locals are probably familiar with the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum and Planetarium in Centerport, with its sprawling grounds, elaborate mansion and impressive collection of marine life. But be honest: When was your last visit? If it’s been a while — or even if it hasn’t — their 70th anniversary year is the perfect time to stop by. “The Vanderbilt is unique, a don’t-miss slice of American history. When you take a guided tour of the mansion and its galleries, it’s a time machine trip to a remarkable era of privilege,” said Elizabeth Wayland-Morgan, executive director of the museum. “At one point in the past, there were more than 1,200 mansions on Long Island's Gold Coast. This is one of the few that remains.” The Vanderbilt Mansion as we know it today had relatively modest beginnings. William K. Vanderbilt II, a son of the famed Vanderbilt family, had just separated from his first wife in the early 1900s. “Willie K.,” as he’s affectionately known, was looking for a place to get a fresh start, away from the public eye. So he came to Centerport and purchased land, where he built a 7-room, English-style cottage along with some outbuildings. The cottage, called Eagle’s Nest, was eventually expanded into a sprawling 24-room mansion in the Spanish Revival style. From 1910 to 1944, Eagle's Nest was Vanderbilt’s summer hideaway. He and his second wife Rosamond hosted intimate gatherings of Vanderbilt family members and close friends, including the Duke and Duchess of Windsor, legendary golfer Sam Snead, and the Tiffanys. Of course, that was just the beginning. According to Killian Taylor, the museum’s curatorial associate, Vanderbilt developed a fascination with all kinds of animals, the sea and the natural world from a young age. He had the opportunity to travel the world on his father’s yachts as a child, and longed to see more as he reached adulthood. “Later, Willie K. inherited $20 million from his late father. One of the first things he did was purchase a very large yacht and hire a team of scientists and a crew,” Taylor explained. “With them, he began to travel and collect marine life, and by 1930, he had amassed one of the world’s largest private marine collections.” With the help of scientists and experts from the American Museum of Natural History, Vanderbilt created galleries at the Estate to showcase his collections which contains more than 20,000 different marine specimens of all kinds and sizes, from the tiniest fish to a 32-foot whale shark, the world’s largest taxidermied

—ELIZABETH WAYLAND-MORGAN

Above, Rosamond and William K. Vanderbilt II on the deck of the Alva, their 264-foot yacht; left, the Vanderbilt Mansion bell tower, circa 1920s Photos courtesy of Vanderilbt Museum

fish, caught off Fire Island in 1935. After Vanderbilt died in 1944, Rosamond continued to live in their Centerport mansion until her death in 1947. The 43-acre estate and museum – which remain frozen in time, exactly as they were in the late 1940s – opened to the public on July 6, 1950, following instructions left in Vanderbilt’s will. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1985. The museum also features a 3,000-year-old mummy, which Vanderbilt purchased from an antique shop in Cairo, Egypt, Taylor said. The mummy even had an X-ray taken at nearby Stony Brook University Hospital, where they determined the remains are of a female around 25 years old.

“She doesn’t have a name out of respect for the fact that she was once a living woman with her own identity,” Taylor added. The COVID-19 pandemic has brought its share of difficulties to every business, and while the museum has had to temporarily close some of its facilities, including the mansion's living quarters and planetarium, they’ve also added new opportunities for visitors. “Like many other museums, we had to get creative virtually very quickly,” said WaylandMorgan. “Our Education Department created the ‘Explore’ series for children — fascinating facts about the lives of birds, butterflies, reptiles, and fish, with pictures to download and color. The Planetarium astronomy educators produced

Buy a Vanderbilt brick and pave it forward You can become part of Vanderbilt and Gold Coast history by taking part in the Museum’s Memorial Brick Program. Honor friends, loved ones, or anniversaries with an inscribed brick that can be installed in your favorite brick walkway at the Vanderbilt. All proceeds go toward preservation of the Vanderbilt Estate and Mansion, home of the Museum. The inscription may be up to three lines of fourteen characters (including spaces) on each line. For more information, call 631-854-5558 or email Sue@vanderbiltmuseum.org.

11 videos on topics including How to Use a Telescope, Imagining Alien Life, Mars, Black Holes, and Fitness in Space. We’ve received very positive responses.” The planetarium also offers online astronomy classes. The museum is also offering new outdoor programs on the grounds, including walking tours, sunset yoga, a popular series of bird talks by an ornithologist James MacDougall and are currently hosting the third annual Gardeners Showcase through September. On Fridays and Saturdays, movie-and-picnic nights are a popular draw at the outdoor, drive-in theater. Even without a specific event to attend, the grounds are a perfect place to wander when cabin fever strikes. “The best reason to visit right now is to stroll the grounds and gardens and visit the open galleries. We’ve also become a very popular picnic destination with a great view of Northport Bay,” Wayland-Morgan said. “We plan to reopen the mansion living quarters and planetarium later in the fall.” The Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum is located at 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport. As of Sept. 17, hours of operation are from noon to 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The mansion’s living quarters and the planetarium are currently closed. Please wear a mask and practice social distancing. Admission is $8 for adults, $5 for children under 12, and $7 for students and seniors. Children under 2 are admitted free. For questions and information, including movie night passes, visit www. vanderbiltmuseum.org or call 631-854-5579.

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SBU SPORTSWEEK TOMORROW IS FRIDAY – WEAR RED ON CAMPUS!

SEPT. 17 TO SEPT. 23, 2020

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Tuccillo, Paradine latest catching tandem for SBU Baseball Senior John Tuccillo and sophomore Shane Paradine technically compete for playing time behind the plate with the Stony Brook baseball team. In reality, the Seawolves are blessed to have two top-tier defensive catchers on their roster. And Tuccillo and Paradine have so closely bonded, they decided to share a house this academic year, along with teammates Chris Hamilton and Sam Turcotte. “Last year we got close with each other because we were always working with each other,” Tuccillo said. “It’s probably weird that two catchers on the same team live together. But we’re close friends. We work together every day, hit together, do everything together to try to get each other better.” Having two elite defensive catchers on the roster at the same time generally is a rarity among college baseball teams in the Northeast. Yet head coach Matt Senk has been blessed multiple times in the past decade to have two catchers simultaneously with elite defensive skills. Other examples include David Real and Sean Buckhout, Anthony Italiano and Kevin Krause, and Justin Echevarria and Pat Cantwell. With designated-hitting duties available and with Paradine also dabbling at first base, Tuccillo started 14 of Stony Brook’s 15 games, while Paradine started 13 games last season. Tuccillo, the upperclassmen, saw the bulk of the action behind the plate. Paradine started at catcher twice at Clemson as well as in single games against Central Connecticut State and Merrimack during the abbreviated season. For his career, Tuccillo has thrown out 26 of 89 would-be base stealers — a healthy 29.2 percentage clip. This season, the average across Major League Baseball was 28.7 percent of runners thrown out (189 of 658). “Tucc being here really has pushed me,” Paradine said. “It’s made me work hard. I wouldn’t want it any other way. He has a gun throwing. Seeing him throw the ball like that has pushed me to work harder to try to throw the ball like him.” “Shane is, all around, a very good defensive catcher. But the one thing that stands out to me with his catching is the way he receives the ball. My receiving

Timon Parris

Stony Brook Alum Timon Parris claimed by NFL’s Falcons, paving way for week 1 roster spot

Above, Shane Paradine; left, John Tuccillo

‘Tucc being here really has pushed me. It’s made me work hard. I wouldn’t want it any other way.’ —SHANE PARADINE

might be my weakest part defensively. So every time he’s catching, I’m trying to watch how quiet and smooth he is when he receives the ball,” said Tuccillo. One of their favorite pastimes, particularly this summer, has been picking off runners by throwing behind them on the bases. Tuccillo earned co-defensive MVP honors with the Westfield Starfires of the Futures Collegiate Baseball League during summer ball. Paradine, who had his timing down while playing on the same summer-ball team as Stony Brook shortstop Stanton Leuthner, earned Atlantic Baseball Confederation allstar honors in his native New Jersey while picking off multiple runners at second base. Tuccillo particularly enjoys studying Boston Red Sox catcher Christian Vazquez, who has thrown out 40 percent of base stealers this season and is particularly adept at “back-picking” base runners. Paradine’s favorite catcher to watch had been now-retired Joe Mauer, a career-long Minnesota Twin. Paradine also appreciates the receiving talents of Tucker Barnhart from the Cincinnati Reds. “I was watching him the other day,” Paradine said about Barnhart. “He was

making big plays. He was picking the ball in the dirt and throwing to second. I just like his energy when he plays. He’s into the game. That’s kind of how I play, too. Being into the game and my energy makes me a so much better catcher. I think the pitcher appreciates it, too.” “We have been very lucky to have so many outstanding catchers in our program over the years, going back to Dave Marcus and Frank Colon, the first two catchers I recruited to Stony Brook three decades ago,” said Coach Senk. “As a former catcher, I believe we’ve been so good at the position because we’ve emphasized how absolutely vital it is to winning on a consistent basis. Specifically, Johnny and Shane have bonded together, like so many of the Stony Brook catching fraternity before them, and are working diligently at their craft, helping to continue the long and proud legacy of Seawolves catchers.”

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Stony Brook football alum Timon Parris had a new NFL home. The Falcons claimed Parris, a 6-foot-6, 320-pound offensive tackle, off waivers from Washington on Sunday — landing Parris on Atlanta’s 53-man roster for the season opener against the Seahawks. Parris has appeared in four career NFL games. He was a three-time AllCAA Football selection at Stony Brook. As a redshirt senior in 2017, he was the top Gavin Heslop performer on an offensive line that helped Stony Brook average 29.2 points and 351.2 yards per game. Also, fellow Stony Brook product Gavin Heslop reportedly signed with Seattle’s practice squad and Chris Cooper narrowly missed earning a spot with the Falcons.

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