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Wine and Cheese

A Vodka Primer

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I like vodka served directly from the freezer Arctic-cold, served in Y-shaped “I never have more than one drink be- glasses or ryumochki (small shot glasses) fore dinner,” said Bond. “But I do like that and downed in one gulp. A vodka martini, one to be very large and very strong and with plenty of ice, some dry vermouth and olives gets me going. By the way, vodka very cold and very well-made.” — James Bond, “Casino Royale” (when won’t freeze because of the high alcohol level and it will be instantly at the right referring to a martini) temperature for mixing your favorite cockVodka is an alcoholic beverage distilled tail without melting the ice cubes. Everyone has their favorite vodka at or above 190 proof and bottled at not less than 80 proof (except in the case of flavored brands and I’m no exception. I especially enjoy Boru (Ireland), Luksusowa (Poland), vodkas). According to the Monopolowa (Austria), U.S. standards of identity, Moskovskaya (Russia), StolU.S.-made vodka must be ichnaya Elite (Russia), Zu“without distinctive characbrówka (Slavic Countries) ter, aroma, taste, or color.” and Zyr (Russia). However, no federal reguI recently tasted three lations require vodka to new vodkas, which I will be entirely without aroma certainly add to my list: or taste; therefore, some Mayfair Vodka, made vodkas display distinctive in London, England, is a characteristics in aroma refreshing aroma, with and taste. citrus and anise hints; Vodka seems to have incredibly smooth, wellfirst appeared in either balanced finish. Russia or Poland around The second is Leaf Vodthe twelfth century, when ka, which is made from two it was known as zhizenenunique waters. Both are renia voda (water of life) in fined and quite smooth with the Russian monastery-fort Prior to the 14th “no burn.” Leaf Alaskan of Viatka. Glacial Water (80 proof): The word vodka comes century, vodka Hints of white pepper; flofrom the Russian word for was used mainly ral, roses; nice smooth afwater, voda, or the Polish tertaste. Leaf Rocky Mounword wódka — in Polish in perfumes and tain Mineral Water (80 the w has a v sound. The cosmetics. proof): Aroma of vanilla, suffix “ka” was added to fruity and herbal; great texthe root word centuries ture and clean finish. later. By the fourteenth The third is Khortytsa Platinum century, vodka began to be used as a beverage; formerly, it was mainly used in (Ukraine): Lemon- clean aroma with hints perfumes and cosmetics. The early vodkas of citrus and orange peel; ultra-smooth were strongly flavored and therefore it tasting. Drop me a line and let me know became a common practice to add herbs, your favorite. Bob Lipinski, a local author, has written spices, and fruits to mask the sometimes ten books, including “101: Everything You harsh, raw taste. Vodka is generally made from grains Need To Know About Whiskey” and “Ital— barley, corn, rice, rye, wheat — al- ian Wine & Cheese Made Simple” (availthough sugar beets, grapes, maple syrup, able on Amazon.com). He conducts training molasses, plums, potatoes, and sugarcane seminars on Wine, Spirits, and Food and can be used. Actually, vodka can be made is available for speaking engagements. He from virtually any ingredient that con- can be reached at www.boblipinski.com OR boblipinski2009@hotmail.com. tains starch or sugar.

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Long IsLand appLe FestIvaL 2016

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Clockwise from top left: Kamryn, age 4, of Medford enjoys a pony ride around the apple orchard; Jean Benner from Homestead Arts greets 4-year-olds Sophia, of West Islip, left, and Mirella, of Elmont; from left, Joey, J.J., Caitlin and Maddy of Commack get free apples at the festival; Peyton, age 3 from East Setauket peels an apple to make an apple-head doll; Emma S. Clark Memorial Library’s Jen Mullen reads to a little girl during story time at the festival.

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The Sherwood-Jayne Farm in East Setauket hosted the 27th annual Long Island Apple Festival last Sunday. The perfect weather drew hundreds of visitors from all over the Island for a day of fun and good food. The festival featured pony rides, an apple pie contest, crafts, open-hearth cooking, hay rides and tours of the Sherwood-Jayne House.

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1908: The Model T automobile is introduced by Henry Ford. The purchase price of the car was $850. 1982: EPCOT Center opens in Florida with a concept planned by Walt Disney.

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1863: President Lincoln declares that the last Thursday of November will be recognized as Thanksgiving Day. 1906: W.T. Grant opens a 25-cent department store. Oct. 4 1957: “Leave it to Beaver” debuts on CBS-TV.

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Chronic kidney disease is on the rise in this country. In a study that looked at data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, prevalence of chronic kidney disease (CKD) increased more than 30 percent from 1988 to 2004 (1). Earlier-stage (moderate) CKD is no exception and may not be getting enough attention. In this article, we will look beyond the more obvious causes of moderate chronic kidney disease, like diabetes, smoking, aging, obesity and high By David blood pressure (2). Dunaief, M.D. Why is earlierstage CKD so important? It is associated with a 40 percent increased risk of developing cardiovascular events, such as heart attacks (3). It also significantly increases the risk of peripheral artery disease (PAD). Those with decreased kidney function have a 24 percent prevalence of PAD, compared to 3.7 percent in those with normal kidney function (4). Of course, it can lead ultimately to end-stage renal (kidney) disease, requiring dialysis and potentially a kidney transplant. One of the problems with earlier-stage CKD is that it tends to be asymptomatic. However, there are simple tests, such as a basic metabolic panel and a urinalysis, that will indicate whether a patient may have moderate chronic kidney disease. These indices for kidney function include an estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR), creatinine level and protein in the urine. While the other two indices have varying ranges depending on the laboratory used, a patient with an eGFR of 30 to 59 mL/minute/1.73 m2 is considered to have moderate disease. The eGFR and the kidney function are inversely related, meaning as eGFR declines, the more severe the chronic kidney disease. What can be done to stem earlierstage CKD, before complications occur? There are several studies that have looked at medications and lifestyle modifications and their impacts on its prevention, treatment and reversal. Let’s look at the evidence.

Medications Allopurinol is usually thought of as a medication for the prevention of gout. However, in a randomized controlled trial, the gold standard of studies, the results show that allopurinol may help to slow the progression of CKD, defined in this study as an eGFR less than 60 mL/ min/1.73 m2 (5). The group using 100 mg of allopurinol showed significant improvement in eGFR levels (a 1.3 mL/minute per 1.73

m2 increase) compared to the control group (a 3.3 mL/minute per 1.73 m2 decrease) over a two-year period. There were 113 patients involved in this study. The researchers concluded that there was a slow progression of CKD with allopurinol. Allopurinol also decreased cardiovascular risk by 71 percent. Fibrates are a class of drug usually used to boost HDL (“good”) cholesterol levels and reduce triglyceride levels, another cholesterol marker. Fibrates have gotten negative press for not showing improvement in cardiovascular outcomes. However, in patients with moderate CKD, a meta-analysis (a group of 10 studies) showed a 30 percent reduction in major cardiovascular events and a 40 percent reduction in the risk of cardiovascular mortality with the use of fibrates (6). This is important, since patients with CKD are mostly likely to die of cardiovascular disease. The authors concluded that fibrates seem to have a much more powerful beneficial effect in CKD patients, as opposed to the general population. So, there may be a role for fibrates after all.

the highest amounts of animal fat compared to the lowest, and by 51 percent in those who ate red meat at least twice a week. With higher amounts of sodium, there was a 52 percent increased risk of having lower levels of eGFR. The most interesting part with sodium was that the difference between higher mean consumption and the lower mean consumption was not that large, 2.4 grams compared to 1.7 grams. In other words, the difference between approximately a teaspoon of sodium and three quarters of a teaspoon was responsible for the decrease in kidney function. In my practice, when CKD patients follow a vegetable-rich, nutrientdense diet, there are substantial improvements in kidney functioning. For instance, for one patient, his baseline eGFR was 54 mL/min/1.73 m2. After one month of lifestyle modifications, his eGFR improved by 9 points to 63 mL/min/1.73 m2, which is a return to “normal” functioning of the kidney. His kidney functioning after 6 months actually exceeded 90 mL/ min/1.73 m2 for eGFR. However, this is an anecdotal story and not a study. Therefore, it is important to have your kidney function checked with mainstream tests. If the levels are low, you should address the issue through medications and/or lifestyle modifications to manage and reverse earlier-stage CKD. However, lifestyle modifications don’t have the negative side effects of medications. Don’t wait until symptoms and complications occur. In my experience, it is much easier to treat and reverse a disease in its earlier stages, and CKD is no exception.

Fruits and vegetables may protect the kidneys.

Lifestyle modifications Fruits and vegetables may play a role in helping patients with CKD. In one study, the results showed that fruits and vegetables work as well as sodium bicarbonate in improving kidney function by reducing metabolic acidosis levels (7). What is the significance of metabolic acidosis? It means that body fluids become acidic and it is associated with chronic kidney disease. The authors concluded that both sodium bicarbonate and a diet including fruits and vegetables were renoprotective, helping to protect the kidneys from further damage in patients with CKD. Alkali diets are primarily plantbased, although not necessarily vegetarian or vegan-based diets. Animal products tend to cause an acidic environment. The study was one year in duration. However, though the results were impressive, the study was small, with 77 patients. Sodium rears its ugly head yet again. Red meat is not thought of positively, and animal fat is not far behind. In the Nurses’ Health Study, the results show that animal fat, red meat and salt all negatively impact kidney function (8). The risk of protein in the urine, a potential indicator of CKD, increased by 72 percent in those participants who consumed

References: (1) JAMA. 2007;298:2038-2047. (2) JAMA. 2004;291:844-850. (3) N Engl J Med. 2004;351:1296-1305. (4) Circulation. 2004;109:320–323. (5) Clin J Am Soc Nephrol. 2010 Aug;5:13881393. (6) J Am Coll Cardiol. 2012 Nov. 13;60:2061-2071. (7) Clin J Am Soc Nephrol. 2013;8:371-381. (8) Clin J Am Soc Nephrol. 2010; 5:836-843. Dr. Dunaief is a speaker, author and local lifestyle medicine physician focusing on the integration of medicine, nutrition, fitness and stress management. For further information, visit www.medicalcompassmd.com or consult your personal physician.

Labyrinth Walk Unitarian Universalist Fellowship at Stony Brook, 380 Nicolls Road, E. Setauket will hold an evening labyrinth walk on Tuesday, Oct. 11 at 8 p.m. The indoor walk, featuring harpist, Caroline Popielaski, will be facilitated by Linda Mikell, certified Veriditas facilitator. Come for peace, prayer, inspiration and heart healing. All are welcome. Free will donation. Call 631-543-0337 for more information.

Yoga at the Brush Barn The Smithtown Historical Society offers yoga classes at the Frank Brush Barn, 211 East Main St., Smithtown on Oct. 3, 17 and 24. Bring a yoga mat and water. $10 per person. For more information, call 631-265-6768.

Open House Jefferson’s Ferry, 1 Jefferson Ferry Drive, South Setauket, a notfor-profit retirement community for 62 and over, will host an event titled “What is Lifecare?” on Wednesday, Oct. 5 at 10:30 a.m. This free event will provide an overview of the independent living community and includes a cottage walking tour. Call 631-675-5550 to RSVP.

The Opioid Epidemic Stony Brook University’s Charles B. Wang Center Theatre, 100 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook will present a community forum on the Opioid epidemic on Saturday, Oct. 1 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Hear from policy experts, community leaders and scientist on how to combat this growing threat to our community. A series of short presentations will be followed by a round-table discussion with community participation. Hosted by the group Scientists for Policy, Advocacy, Diplomacy and Education, the event will feature speakers John J. Flanagan, Kenneth P. Lavalle, William Weick, Director of Adult Inpatient Services at Stony Brook Dr. Costantine Ioannou and Assistant Professor of Clinical Neurobiology at Columbia Jermaine Jones, Ph.D. Refreshments will be served. Register online at opioidepidemicforum.eventbrite.com.

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THEATER REVIEW By Rita J. Egan

Cast of Engeman’s ‘1776’ brings history to life

With talented actors, period-appropriate costumes and a detailed set, a theatrical production can make audience members feel as if they have traveled back in time. This is certainly the case with the John W. Engeman Theater’s production of “1776,” which opened last week. Before there was “Hamilton,” there was “1776.” The classic musical, with music and lyrics by Sherman Edwards and a book by Peter Stone, debuted on Broadway in 1969 and was turned into a movie in 1972. Dramatizing the efforts of John Adams to persuade his fellow delegates of the Second Continental Congress to vote for American independence, “1776” focuses on the last weeks leading up to the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The first lines by Adams, played by James LaVerdiere, help to set the tone for the musical: “I have come to the conclusion that one useless man is called a disgrace — that two are called a law firm — and that three or more become a Congress.” With this quote as well as the opening number “For God’s Sake, John, Sit Down,” the audience discovers that while the musical discusses a serious matter, it is delivered with a sense of familiarity and a good dose of humor. LaVerdiere perfectly captures the frustrations and persuasiveness of Adams, who his fellow delegates describe as obnoxious and disliked. The scenes between

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From left, andrew Hendrick, James D. Schultz, Christopher Wynne Duffy, Peter Saide, Benjamin Howes, Jake Mills, Kevin Robert Kelly, and Stephen Valenti in a scene from ‘1776’ him and Jennifer Hope Wills, who plays Abigail Adams, where the Massachusetts delegate imagines conversations with his wife, allow the audience to learn of the struggles of the women who were left at home dealing with sick children and failing farms and business. During Act 1, the two deliver a sweet and touching version of “Yours, Yours, Yours,” and we discover a softer side of Adams. When Thomas Jefferson, played by Michael Glavan, yearns to go home to see his wife, we meet the second of only two

female characters, when Adams sends for Martha to come to Philadelphia while Jefferson works on the Declaration of Independence. Portrayed by Adriana Milbrath, the actress delivers a delightful “He Plays the Violin” with LaVerdiere and David Studwell, perfectly cast as the charming and witty Benjamin Franklin. Glavan is a strong vocalist, too, who audience members have the pleasure of hearing during “But, Mr. Adams” and “The Egg.” A surprise standout performance comes from Matthew Rafanelli, playing the di-

sheveled courier delivering messages from George Washington. In the beginning of the play, it’s understandable if one thinks he has a small part, but by the end of Act 1, Rafanelli delivers a perfectly executed “Momma Look Sharp.” His heart-wrenching vocals on the song, which details the loss of young boys on the battlefield, left many with tears in their eyes during the press opening last Saturday night. It should also be noted that Robert Budnick playfully portrays a cheerful Stephen Hopkins, and Tom Lucca perfectly captures the authoritative nature of John Hancock. Special mentions should be made of Jon Reinhold (Richard Henry Lee) who plays the cocky Virginian with a great deal of humor, Benjamin Howes (John Dickinson) who provides strong lead vocals on “Cool, Cool Considerate Men,” and Peter Saide (Edward Rutledge) who delivers a powerful “Molasses to Rum.” Igor Goldin has expertly directed the cast of 25 actors, who should all be commended for their strong vocals and mastering of a great amount of dialogue. Due to the craftsmanship of all of those involved in Engeman’s “1776,” the dreams of our country’s forefathers come to life once again. The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport, presents “1776” through Nov. 6. Tickets range from $71 to $76. For more information, call 631-261-2900, or visit www. engemantheater.com.

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Long Island women entrepreneurs showcased at MCPL’S EXPO

By EllEn BarcEl According to the National Association of Women Business Owners, more than 9 million firms in the U.S. are owned by women. Although many of these firms are large, many others are small, run by a single entrepreneur. Many are run by women who find they are able to work from a home office or studio. They are writers, artists, craftspeople, importers, designers and other entrepreneurs, many earning a living while caring for families. Fifteen years ago, the Middle Country Public Library in Centereach began a tradition that continues to this day — the annual Women’s EXPO — a one-day event where local women entrepreneurs can network with their colleagues, display and sell their work at the library and get the word out about their great products. At this year’s event, to be held Thursday, Oct. 6, expect 83 vendors, said Elizabeth Malafi, coordinator, Adult Services and the Miller Business Resource Center. Approximately 25 will be new vendors while the rest will be old friends. “It’s sad,” she said, “when some people you really love are no longer at the show, but you know they are succeeding.” Sometimes their business just outgrows the EXPO. What’s really exciting about the EXPO is the great diversity of entrepreneurs. Shoppers can find everything from jewelry and pottery to beverages, from crocheted items

world.” The EXPO, a project of the library’s Miller Business Center, provides workshops to women entrepreneurs throughout the year, helping them to establish their businesses. Here’s a sampling of vendors scheduled to be on site:

Dawn Rotolo

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above, from left, Elizabeth Malafi and Marlene Gonzalez of the Middle country Public library; Bebe Federmann, Mari Irizarry and Dawn rotolo. to home goods. The one overriding theme is that the products and services are provided by women. Noted Malafi, the EXPO “is getting bigger and bigger every year.” During the day, there will be two opportunities to dine. The EXPO Café will be open during lunchtime with food provided

and sold by the Fifth Season Café from Port Jefferson. At 4 p.m., visit Sweet Street and Beats. “People can come and purchase snacks and listen to music.” Malafi emphasized that this “is not just a trade show. We’re here to support women and help them succeed in the business

Dawn Rotolo, owner of Dragon’s Nest Baked Goods, fills a very special need. Many consumers find that they are gluten or dairy intolerant, or have other food allergies. Shopping for these specialty items can be challenging and what’s found in the stores either is limited or not as flavorful as the traditional ones. Here’s where Rotolo comes in. Finding out that she herself was gluten intolerant, she decided to fulfill a dream. “I always dreamed of owning my own bakery,” she said. And, that bakery would have foods that people with gluten intolerance could enjoy. “Everything is gluten free,” but, she didn’t stop there. She went on to develop products that were dairy free, nut free and vegan. Items include a variety of breads (including a “rye style” bread made without rye flour) cupcakes, cookies (even meringue and rainbow), cakes and muffins. She will even take orders for other specialty items.

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• 2 cups (4 sticks) butter, softened • 4 teaspoons McCormick Pure Vanilla Extract • 2 boxes (16 ounces each) confectioners’ sugar, sifted • 3 tablespoons milk • 1 1/2 teaspoons Sunflower color from McCormick Color from Nature — Assorted Food Colors, divided • 1/2 teaspoon Berry color from McCormick Color from Nature — Assorted Food Colors, divided • 24 unfrosted cupcakes • 12 regular marshmallows, halved crosswise • 12 small chocolate-flavored taffy roll (Tootsie Roll), halved crosswise

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• 1 egg • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract • 2 teaspoons maple extract DIRECTIONS: Preheat oven to 325 F. Mix flour, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg in medium bowl. Set aside. Beat butter and sugar in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Add egg, vanilla and maple extract; mix well. Gradually beat in flour mixture on low speed until well mixed. Roll dough on generously floured surface to 1/4-inch thickness. Cut out leaves with 2- to 3-inch leaf-shaped cookie cutters. Place on ungreased baking sheets. Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until edges start to brown. Cool on baking sheets 1 minute. Remove to wire racks; cool completely. To glaze cookies, hold a cookie by its edge and dip the top into the glaze. Place iced cookies on wire rack set over foil-covered baking sheet to dry. Let stand until glaze is set. For the variations below, dissolve the designated amount of the Color from Nature Food Colors with water in small bowl. Stir in any remaining ingredients until smooth. Maroon Cookie Glaze: Use 1/2 teaspoon Berry color from McCormick Color from Nature — Assorted Food Colors, 3 tablespoons water (plusLeaf additional to disGlazed Autumn Cookies solve color), 2 cups confectioners’ sugar and 1 teaspoon powder. YIELD: Makes 36cocoa cookies Forest Green Cookie Glaze: Use 1/2 INGREDIENTS: teaspoon Sky Blue color and 1/4 teaspoon Sunflower • 2 3/4 cupscolor flour from McCormick Color from Nature • 1 teaspoon — saltAssorted Food Colors, 3 tablespoons (plus additional to dis• 1 teaspoonwater ground cinnamon solve color), 2 ground cups confectioners’ sugar • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg and 1 teaspoon powder. • 1 cup (2 sticks)cocoa butter, softened Cookie Glaze: Use 1 tea• 1Pumpkin 1/2 cups sugar spoon • 1 eggSunflower color and 1/4 teaspoon • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Color from Berry color from McCormick • 2 teaspoons mapleFood extract Nature — Assorted Colors, 3 tablespoons water (plus additional to dissolve DIRECTIONS: color) and 2 cups confectioners’ sugar.

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DIRECTIONS: Beat butter and vanilla in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Gradually add confectioners’ sugar, beating well after each addition and scraping sides and bottom of bowl frequently. Add milk; beat until light and fluffy. Remove 2 cups of the frosting into medium microwavable bowl. Tint frosting orange using 1 teaspoon of the Sunflower color and 1/4 teaspoon of the Berry color. Set aside. Tint remaining frosting green using another 1/2 teaspoon of the Sunflower color and 1/4 teaspoon of the Berry color. Spread top of cupcakes with green frosting. Using a fork, gently touch frosting in different directions to resemble grass spikes. To make the pumpkins, microwave the orange frosting on HIGH 10 to 20 seconds or until runny. Using a fork, dip marshmallow halves into frosting mixture, then place on top of frosted cupcakes. Let stand until pumpkin frosting has dried. Press a Tootsie Roll half in center of each pumpkin for the stem. Decorate leaves and vines with remaining green frosting, if desired.

Preheat oven to 325 F. Mix flour, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg in medium bowl. Set aside. Beat butter and sugar in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Add egg, vanilla and maple extract; mix well. Gradually beat in flour mixture on low speed until well mixed. Roll dough on generously floured surface to 1/4-inch thickness. Cut out leaves with 2- to 3-inch leaf-shaped cookie cutters. Place on ungreased baking sheets. Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until edges start to brown. Cool on baking sheets 1 minute. Remove to wire racks; cool completely. To glaze cookies, hold a cookie by its edge and dip the top into the glaze. Place iced cookies on wire rack set over foil-covered baking sheet to dry. Let stand until glaze is set. For the variations below, dissolve the designated amount of the Color from Nature Food Colors with water in small bowl. Stir in any remaining ingredients until smooth. Maroon Cookie Glaze: Use 1/2 teaspoon Berry color from McCormick Color from Nature — Assorted Food Colors, 3 tablespoons water (plus additional to dissolve color), 2 cups confectioners’ sugar and 1 teaspoon cocoa powder. Forest Green Cookie Glaze: Use 1/2 teaspoon Sky Blue color and 1/4 teaspoon Sunflower color from McCormick Color from Nature — Assorted Food Colors, 3 tablespoons water (plus additional to dissolve color), 2 cups confectioners’ sugar and 1 teaspoon cocoa powder. Pumpkin Cookie Glaze: Use 1 teaspoon Sunflower color and 1/4 teaspoon Berry color from McCormick Color from Nature — Assorted Food Colors, 3 tablespoons water (plus additional to dissolve color) and 2 cups confectioners’ sugar.

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Research, research, research to avoid future mistakes — Part II By EllEn BarcEl Last week we took a look at a number of trees that you may consider adding to your garden, and how important it is to do research, to make sure that the trees’ qualities match your preferences and requirements. This week, let’s take a look at some perennials and shrubs.

Perennials and shrubs

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above, wisteria is an aggressive vine that needs a fair amount of pruning to keep it in check; below, mulberry is a weedy tree that drops fruit seemingly everywhere.

Photos by Ellen Barcel

above, the bark of the devil’s walking stick is full of thorns; below, to have holly filled with berries, most varieties need a male plant in the vicinity

Deer love hostas (as well as many other plants). Hostas in general don’t do well in sunlight. You may be willing to spend a lot of time watering them and putting up with the crispy edges most develop in strong sunlight. Personally, I just put hostas in the shade in the back yard, away from deer. One of the biggest mistakes I frequently see is planting rhododendrons in front of windows. That two-foot-tall baby plant, may grow up to 10 or 12 feet tall totally covering the windows. Always check out the variety and its mature size when selecting it, unless, that is, you have a nasty view from a window and wish to block it out. Oriental varieties of wisteria are very aggressive. Unless you are willing to tame this beautiful but aggressive plant, avoid it. It climbs up nearby trees, spreads along the ground and roots easily. If, however, you wish to cover a gazebo and are willing to take the time to keep it pruned back, it makes a beautiful privacy screen. Most, but not all, varieties of holly need a male plant in the area so that the female plants will produce those beautiful red berries. If you buy holly, make sure you have the male plant as well. It will generally be smaller than the female and will not produce red berries itself. So plant it where it can pollinate the female plants but not where you expect a beautiful display. Firethorn (Pyracantha) is a woody shrub that produces lovely flowers in spring and gorgeous clusters of yellow or orange berries in fall. The tall shrub (six to 16 feet) makes a lovely specimen plant or as part of a hedge. The evergreen plant is hardy in zones 6 to 9 (Long Island is zone 7). However, as its name implies, it’s filled with thorns. So, grow this beautiful and relatively carefree shrub knowing that the thorns can get you. Devil’s walking stick (Aralia spinosa) is native to North America. So it can be found growing wild but not usually on Long Island. Some people like the unique plant (or small tree) with its white flowers in spring, which are followed by purple-black berries, and go out of their way to plant it. However, its name should make your aware of its nasty qualities, namely the horrible thorns along its stems. If you must add this to your garden, plant it in a remote area where no one can come in contact with those spines. Or, better yet, don’t plant it at all.

The firethorn plant produces gorgeous cluster of yellow or orange berries in the fall. You may be willing to put up with the spiky seed pods of the sweet gum, or the long string beans of the catalpa, or the fruit dropping from a mulberry tree. You may like the fact that certain plants are slow growing and won’t take over your garden. Or you may want a fast growing plant to block out undesirable sights quickly. Make sure you know the final size (height and width) of a tree. Don’t plant a tree that easily spreads to 40 feet across right up against your house. Both the tree and the house will suffer.

Note that websites with extensions like .edu (colleges, universities, etc.) and .org (organizations) are most likely to give accurate, well-researched information. So, do your homework before you hit the nurseries. Then, ask them for their opinions. They may know, for example, that local deer love the buds of Montauk daisies, despite the fact that most websites say the plant is deer resistant. Ellen Barcel is a freelance writer and master gardener. To reach Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County and its Master Gardener program, call 631-727-7850.

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Port Jefferson turns pink for October

Village to raise awareness about breast cancer and breast health

Paint Port Pink, John T. Mather Memorial Hospital’s month-long breast cancer awareness community outreach, returns in October with new events, initiatives and community partners. A tree lighting ceremony in front of Village Hall Sept. 28 kicked off the event. Presented by Astoria Bank, the event’s mission is to stress the importance of screening, early detection and education about breast cancer and to help raise funds for the Fortunato Breast Health Center Fund for the Uninsured at Mather. The Village of Port Jefferson will be all aglow as more than 80 storefronts will be decorated in mini pink lights and pink banners. Local schools will hold fundraisers and restaurants will offer pink drinks.

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From left, Theatre Three on Main Street, the Port Jefferson Village Hall on West Broadway and Phountain on East Main Street were awash in pink during last year’s Paint Port Pink. This year’s outreach will also include an art show at the Port Jefferson Free Library from Oct. 1 to 31, the 10th annual Pink Rock Golf Classic at the Baiting Hollow Golf Club on Oct. 3. Mather Hospital’s

51st annual Gala, One Enchanted Evening: A Night of Entertainment featuring the Edwards Twins, will be held on Oct. 14 at East Wind Caterers in Wading River at 7 p.m. The gala will include the presentation of

the Community Service Award and Theodore Roosevelt Awards for service to the hospital and the community. The monthlong event will conclude with Mather Hospital’s free educational health and wellness HealthyU seminar series and health fair on Saturday, Oct. 29 at 9 a.m. Paint Port Pink is sponsored by Long Island Physician Associates, LI Anesthesia Physicians, Long Island Bone and Joint, People’s United Bank, Empire Bank, North Shore Hematology Oncology Associates, C.Tech Collections, Peconic Auto Wreckers and The Pie with the cooperation of the Village of Port Jefferson, the Port Jefferson School District, Greater Port Jefferson Chamber of Commerce and other local groups.

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Thursday 29 Fall into Fun Carnival

The Fall into Fun Carnival returns to Heritage Park, 633 Mount Sinai-Coram Road, Mount Sinai for four days of rides, games and food starting today from 6 to 10 p.m., Sept. 30 from 6 to 11 p.m. (fireworks), Oct. 1 from noon to 11 p.m. and Oct. 2 from noon to 7 p.m. For more information, call 509-0882.

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Live Jazz

The Jazz Loft, 275 Christian Ave., Stony Brook will present the Interplay Jazz Orchestra in concert at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 adults, $15 seniors, $10 students, children 12 and under free. To make a reservation, call 751-1895 or visit www.thejazzloft.org.

See Sept. 29 listing.

Chinese Auction

Support the Have A Heart Children’s Cancer Society at a Chinese Auction held at 6:30 p.m. at the VFW Post 4927, 31 Horseblock Road, Centereach. Over 250 prizes and gift certificates. Drawing at 8 p.m. Admission of $10 per person includes 25 raffle tickets, coffee and cake. Food is available for purchase. For more info, call 696-4713.

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North Shore Public Library, 250 Route 25A, Shoreham will welcome the group Kurpa in concert at 7 p.m. performing songs of the Andes using traditional instruments. Free and open to all. Call 941-4488 for more information.

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Friday Night Face Off

Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson will host Friday Night Face Off, Long Island’s longest running Improv Comedy Show, on the Second Stage from 10:30 p.m. to midnight. $15 per person. Cash only. For ages 16 and up. For more information, call 928-9100.

Saturday 1 Fall into Fun Carnival See Sept. 29 listing.

Women’s Expo

The Town of Brookhaven will present its 10th annual Women’s Expo at Town Hall, 1 Independence Hill, Farmingville from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Titled Women Empowering Women — Inspire, Educate and Motivate, the event will feature guest speakers, vendor booths and workshops to promote wellness and personal growth in the lives of women in the community. Keynote speaker will be Cheri Christmas. For more information, visit www.brookhaven. org or call 451-6146.

The Folk Music Society of Huntington will welcome No Fuss and Feathers in concert at the Congregational Church of Huntington, 30 Washington Drive, Centerport at 7:30 p.m. as part of its 1st Saturday Concert series. Tickets are $25, $20 members. For more information, call 425-2925 or visit www.fmsh.org.

Sunday 2

Kurpa: A Little Piece of the Andes

St. John's Lutheran Church, 3575 Coates Ave., Holbrook will hold its annual Chinese Auction at 6 p.m. $7 admission includes 25 tickets, coffee and dessert. For ages 10 and up. For additional information, call 512-0360.

No Fuss and Feathers in concert

Staller Center for the Arts at Stony Brook University, 100 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook will present the Stony Brook Symphony Orchestra in concert on the Main Stage at 8 p.m. Program includes works by Mackey, Nielsen, and Berlioz. Featuring David Gazaille, clarinet soloist, winner of the 2015 Concerto Competition. Conducted by Alan Kay. Free pre-concert lecture with Michael Hershkowitz at 7 pm in the Recital Hall. Tickets are $20 for adults, $10 for students with ID and $10 for seniors 65 and older. For more information, call 632-2787.

Fall into Fun Carnival

Chinese Auction

The Classical Music series at the Port Jefferson Village Center, 101A E. Broadway, Port Jefferson continues with a performance by the Brazilian Guitar Quartet at 7:30 p.m. featuring the works of De Falla, Granados, Albeniz, Villa Lobos, Guarneri and Minone. Free. No reservations required. Questions? Call 802-2160.

Stony Brook Symphony Orchestra

Friday 30

Enjoy an evening of live jazz with the Bill Rignola Quartet at The Jazz Loft, 275 Christian Ave., Stony Brook at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 adults, $15 seniors, $10 students, children 12 and under free. To make a reservation, call 751-1895 or visit www.thejazzloft.org.

Brazilian Guitar Quartet

Photo courtesy of Long Island Cars

will be featured at the Long Island Cars' Fall Harvest Car Show and Sweep Meet at Flowerfield Fairgrounds in St. James on Oct. 2.

'Between the pages of a book is a lovely place to be.' The Miller Place Academy Library, 162 North Country Road, Miller Place will hold a book sale today from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Rain date is Oct. 2. For further information, call 744-0781.

Country Fair

Time for some good old fashioned fun! The Miller Place-Mt. Sinai Historical Society will hold its 36th annual Country Fair today and Oct. 2 at the William Miller House, c. 1720, 75 North Country Road, Miller Place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Featuring a Civil War encampment, open hearth cooking, blacksmithing, pottery making, colonial and Victorian games program, sketch artist, wampum bread making and much more. Admission, which includes a tour of the house, is $5, members and children ages 5 and under free. For additional information, call 476-5742.

German Festival

St. Andrews Lutheran Church, 30 Brooksite Drive, Smithtown will hold a German Festival from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. featuring craft vendors, 'brats and beer,' face painting, baked german goods and more. Rain date is Oct. 8. Free admission. Questions? Call 265-2288.

Fall Festival and Craft Fair

Holy Family Regional School, 59 Church St., Kings Park will host its annual Fall Festival and Craft Fair from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Craft vendors, pumpkin picking, fall plant sale, activities for kids, food vendors and more. Free admission. For further information, call 543-0202.

Octoberfest

St Luke's Lutheran Church, 170 Conklin St., Farmingdale will hold an Octoberfest from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Food, Beer Garden, German entertainment, children's activities, books, homemade crafts and baked goods, jewelry, raffles, farm produce and more. Free admission. Call 516-249-1220 for more information.

PumpkinFest

The Suffolk County Farm, 350 Yaphank Ave., Yaphank will hold its annual PumpkinFest today and Oct. 2 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Come enjoy a fun-filled day with wagon rides, live music, pumpkin decorating, family games, corn maze, pumpkin picking, craft and food vendors, pony rides, bounce village, crafts and much more. No pets allowed. Admission is $12 per person, children under 3 free. Call 852-4600 or visit www.ccesuffolk.org for more information.

Farm Fun

Benner's Farm, 56 Gnarled Hollow Road, Setauket opens for the season today from noon to 4 p.m. for pumpkin picking, hayrides, nature trail walks and special events. The farm will be open every weekend through Oct. 30. Admission is $8 adults, $6 children. Call 689-8172 or visit www.bennersfarm.com for further information.

Poetry Contest Award Ceremony Emma S. Clark Memorial Library, 120 Main St., Setauket will host Princess Ronkonkoma Production's 2016 Poetry Contest Award Ceremony from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Refreshments will be served. All are welcome. Questions? Call Hedi at 331-2438.

Fall Celebration & Dance

The Ancient Order of Hibernians of Selden invites the community to its annual Fall Celebration & Dance at the Hibernian Culture Center, 80 Magnolia Drive, Selden from 7 to 11 p.m. honoring 2016 Hibernians of the Year Philomena McArdle and Brian Brill with music by Ed Ryan. $30 per person includes snacks, coffee, tea, dessert. Cash bar. For tickets, call Pat at 846-3106 or Rich at 645-5184.

Country Fair See Oct. 1 listing.

PumpkinFest See Oct. 1 listing.

Fall Harvest Car Show & Swap Meet

Flowerfield Fairgrounds on Route 25A in St. James will be the venue for the Fall Harvest Car Show & Swap Meet presented by Long Island Cars from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Featuring hundreds of classic and collectible automobiles including show cars from the 50s, 60s and 70s, one-of-a-kind custom cars, antiques, exotics, muscle cars, street rods and more with vendors, live music and free pumpkins for the kids. Something for everyone. Rain date is Oct. 16. Admission is $8 adults, under 12 years old free. For further information, call 567-5898 or call www.longislandcars.com.

SOLES for All Souls Run/Walk

All Souls Church, 61 Main St., Stony Brook will hold its 8th annual SOLES for All Souls 5K Run/2K Walk at 9:30 a.m. with a post-race award ceremony to be held in the parking lot behind the church. Held rain or shine. Registration is through the www.active.com website with a discounted rate for 18 and younger of $10 per person. For more information, call 655-7798.

History of Caumsett hike

Take a hike through Caumsett State Historic Park, 25 Lloyd Harbor Road, Huntington from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. while you study the park’s social, economic, architectural and political history. Approximately 2 miles. For adults only. $4 per person. Advance registration required by calling 423-1770.

SeaFaire celebration

The Whaling Museum, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor welcomes the community to its SeaFaire celebration from noon to 3 p.m. Explore Long Island’s maritime history with visiting artisans as the museum unveils its latest exhibit, “Thar She Blows!” Take part in craft making, demos, candle dipping and boat building. Admission fee. For more information, call 367-3418.

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Dog Days of Smithtown

The Smithtown Historical Society, 239 E. Main St., Smithtown will present Dog Days of Smithtown fundraiser from noon to 4 p.m. featuring demonstrations, learning stations, activities and games, costume parade, vendors and more. All dogs must be leashed. Admission is $4 per dog. For more information, call 265-6768 or visit www.smithtownhistorical.org.

Meet the Maasai

The Port Jefferson Village Center, 101A E. Broadway, Port Jefferson will host a family event, Meet the Maasai, from noon to 4 p.m. Talk with the Maasai warriors and villagers. Enjoy traditional songs and dances and shop at an international marketplace. Free admission. Questions? Call 835-1520.

Woodstock tribute concert

Sachem Public Library, 150 Holbrook Road, Holbrook will welcome the harmony trio Gathering Time in a salute to the artists of Woodstock concert at 2 p.m. Showcasing the music of Arlo Guthrie, the Grateful Dead, Janis Joplin, The Who and much more. Free and open to all. Call 588-5024 for further information.

Latin Music program

The Long Island Museum, 1200 Route 25A, Stony Brook will present a Latin Music program with Sicanni (Walter) Purizaca at 2 p.m. Visitors may dance and sing to traditional Peruvian flute music. Bilingual notes will be provided and questions are encouraged. Free with museum admission. Call 751-0066 for more information.

Book signing

Book Revue, 313 New York Ave., Huntington will welcome international best-selling author Emma Donoghue who will be speaking and signing copies of her new book, “The Wonder,” at 1 p.m. Call 271-1442 for additional information.

International Folk Dancing

The Brush Barn, 211 E. Main St., Smithtown will host an international folk dance from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. All are welcome. No experience necessary. Dances will be reviewed and/or taught. $8 donation requested. Questions? Call 516-781-3552 or 650-3174.

Monday 3 Behind The Mask

The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport will present Behind the Mask featuring the music from the greatest shows of Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber combined with hits by Kander and Ebb, Stephen Schwartz and more at 8 p.m. Tickets are $50 per person. To order, call 261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.

Wednesday 5 Int'l and Israeli folk dancing

RJO Intermediate School, 99 Old Dock Road, Kings Park will host an evening of Israeli and international folk dancing every Wednesday (when school is in session) from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. All levels, no partner needed. Cost is $9 per person. For more information, call Linda at 269-6894.

Book signing

Book Revue, 313 New York Ave., Huntington will welcome author of the New York Times best-selling diet book, “The Whole30,” Melissa Hartwig who will be speaking and signing copies of her new book, “Food Freedom Forever: Letting Go of Bad Habits, Guilt, and Anxiety Around Food.” At 7 p.m. Call 271-1442.

Thursday 6 Women’s EXPO

The 16th annual Women's EXPO, a marketplace of products by women entrepreneurs, will be held at the Middle Country Public Library, 101 Eastwood Blvd., Centereach from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Free admission. Call 585-9393, ext. 296 or visit www.womensEXPOli.org.

Tide Mill Tour

The Huntington Historical Society will present a guided boat tour of the Van Wyck-Lefferts Tide Mill from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Tour leaves from Gold Star Battalion Beach, 324 West Shore Road, Huntington. $15 per person, $10 members. Advance registration required by calling 427-7045, ext. 404.

Theater ‘A Thurber Carnival’

The Playhouse at St. Paul’s in Northport, 270 Main St., Northport will present a revival of the hit Broadway comedy, "A Thurber Carnival," on Oct. 14 and 15 at 8 p.m., with matinees at 3 p.m. on October 15 and 16. The production is a fundraiser for St. Paul's United Methodist Church. Tickets are $20 and available at 800-838-3006 or www.thurber.brownpapertickets.com.

‘Rent’

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

'Little Shop of Horrors'

'Betty's Summer Vacation'

‘Legally Blonde’

‘Tales of Halloween’

SoLuna Studio, 659 Old Willets Path, Hauppauge will present the Broadway and Hollywood sci-fi smash musical "Little Shop of Horrors" on the Main Stage from Sept. 30 to Oct. 30. Tickets range from $15 to $20. To order, call 761-6602 or visit www.SoLunaStudioNY.com.

Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson kicks off its 47th Mainstage season with the hilarious and fun-filled musical "Legally Blonde" through Oct. 29. Tickets range from $20 to $35. To order, call 928-9100 or visit www. theatrethree.com.

‘1776’

Ring in the election year as the John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport will present the classic Tony-award-winning musical, "1776," through Nov. 6. Tickets range from $71 to $76. To order, call 261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.

‘This World Is Good’

Suffolk County Community College, 533 College Road, Selden will present a production of J. C. Lee’s "This World Is Good" at Theatre 119 in the Islip Arts Building from Oct. 6 to 8 and Oct. 13 to 15 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $12 adults, $10 age 16 and younger. To order, call 451-4163.

‘I’ll Be Back Before Midnight!’

Just in time for Halloween, the Arena Players Repertory Theater will offer "I’ll Be Back Before Midnight!" by Peter Colley at the Carriage House Theater on the grounds of the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport on Oct. 7, 8, 14, 15, 28 and 29 at 8 p.m. and Oct. 9 and 30 at 3 p.m. Tickets range from $18 to $25. To order, call 516-293-0674 or 516-557-1207. For more information, visit www.arenaplayers.org.

‘Murder on the Nile’

The Aquila Theatre will present Agatha Christie’s "Murder on the Nile" on the Main Stage of the Staller Center for the Arts at Stony Brook University, 100 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook on Oct. 15 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $38. To order, call 632-2787 or visit www.stallercenter.com.

'Urinetown'

Smithtown Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E. Main St., Smithtown will present "Urinetown" the musical from Oct. 15 to Nov. 6. All tickets are $35. To order, call 724-3700 or visit www. smithtownpac.org.

Film ‘Screenagers’

Harbor Country Day School, 17 Three Sisters Road, St. James will hold a public screening of "Screenagers: Growing Up in the Digital Age" on Sept. 29 from 7 to 9:30 p.m. followed by a panel discussion featuring experts in child psychology and education, as well as adolescents and parents of school-aged children. Tickets ($10 per person) are available at www.harborcountrydayscreenagers.eventbrite.com.

‘A Bigger Splash’/’The Fits’

The Staller Center for the Arts at Stony Brook University, 100 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook will kick off its 2016 Film Fall Semester on Sept. 30 with a screening of “A Bigger Splash” (rated R) at 7 p.m. followed by “The Fits” (unrated) at 9:30 p.m. Tickets, per film, are $10 adults, $7 children 12 and under, staff and seniors. For more information, call 632-2787.

‘Money Master’

Port Jefferson Free Library, 100 Thompson St., Port Jefferson will screen “Money Master” on Sept. 30 at 2 p.m. Free and open to all. For further information, call 473-0022.

‘The Blob’/ ‘The Thing’

Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington will screen a double feature, “The Blob” and “The Thing” in 35 mm on Sept. 30 starting at 10 p.m. Tickets are $22, $18 members. To order, call 423-7610.

‘Break the Stigma’

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Week, Comsewogue Public Library, 170 Terryville Road, Port Jefferson Station will screen “Break the Stigma” on Oct. 3 at 2 p.m. Open to all. Registration required by calling 928-1212.

ELVHS — Port Jefferson Class of 1981 will hold its 35th reunion on Oct. 8 at The Meadow Club on Route 112 in Port Jefferson Station from 6 to 10 p.m. Cost is $50 and includes an open bar, dinner buffet, door prizes and music. OPEN TO ALL GRADES. Find them on Facebook at ELVHS Class of 81 35th Reunion. Checks can be mailed to 15 Rose Ct., Calverton NY 11933. Questions? Call Joan at 473-3689.

Adult coloring class

Harborfields Public Library, 31 Broadway, Greenlawn holds an adult coloring class every Tuesday from 1 to 4 p.m. in the Kitchen Meeting Room. All are welcome. Registration is not required. Call 757-4200 for more information.

Book signing

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

The Minstrel Players will present "Tales of Halloween" on Oct. 21 and 22 at 8 p.m. and Oct. 23 at 3 p.m. at Trinity Episcopal Church’s Houghton Hall, 130 Main Street, Northport. Tickets are $20 adults, $15 seniors and children under 12. To order, call 516-557-1207 or visit www.theminstrelplayersinc.org.

Class reunions

Tuesday 4

Book Revue, 313 New York Ave., Huntington will welcome American Engineer, former NASA astronaut, and Long Island native Mike Massimino who will be speaking and signing copies of his new book, “Spaceman: An Astronaut's Unlikely Journey to Unlock the Secrets of the Universe,” at 7 p.m. For more information, call 271-1442.

Bare Bones Theater Company, 57 Main St., Northport will present "Betty's Summer Vacation" by Christopher Durang from Oct. 20 to Nov. 6. Tickets are $25, $20 matinee. To order, call 606-0026 or 1-800-838-3006 or visit www. barebonestheater.com.

Photo by Michael McKenna

Actors rehearse 'The Secret Life of Walter Mitty,' one of 13 sketches in 'A Thurber Carnival,' playing in Northport at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church from Oct. 14 to 16. Pictured from left, Bobbie Ruth Levy, Annette Kirk, Nancie Xirinachs, Yank Adler, Ravi Tawney, and Lee Kurfist.

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KNOWLEDGE SEEKERS

SBU team fetches $1.3 million award for pet periodontal treatment Harnassing the Technology of our Research Giants

Farmers markets East Setauket Support the East Setauket Farmers Market next to the Three Village Historical Society, 93 N. Country Road, East Setauket Fridays from 4 to 7 p.m. through Oct. 29. Over 30 vendors feature local products. Rain or shine. Questions? Call 516-551-8461.

Holbrook

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

Sunrise Craft & Farmers Market is held at the Sun Vet Mall parking lot, 5801 Sunrise Highway, Holbrook 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays through Nov. 20. Find local jams, breads, vegetables, crafts, antiques and more. For details call 631-667-3976.

Huntington BY DANIEL DUNAIEF You might not be able to teach an old dog new tricks for a variety of reasons, including that your old dog might be suffering from periodontal disease. An inflammatory condition of the mouth that affects about 80 percent of dogs by the age of three, periodontal disease often starts out as gingivitis, a swelling or reddening of the gums, and then proceeds to affect the soft and hard tissues that support teeth. Scientists and dentists at Stony Brook have developed a new treatment for periodontal disease for dogs, and, they hope, eventually for humans. The National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, a unit of the National Institutes of Health, recently awarded Stony Brook University’s School of Dental Medicine and Traverse Biosciences Inc., a Long Island research company, a $1.3 million award to continue to evaluate the preclinical safety and effectiveness of TRB-NO224 to treat periodontal disease. “The grant was approved for funding because a panel of nationally prominent dental and medical scientists agreed that our grant proposal, and our qualifications and academic records were exemplary,” Lorne Golub, a distinguished professor in the Department of Oral Biology and Pathology explained in an email. Golub, who holds 55 patents and developed Periostat and Oracea, will lead the research, along with Ying Gu, an associate professor in the Department of General Dentistry at SBU. While periodontal disease affects dogs, it is also widely prevalent among humans, with Golub calling it the “most common chronic inflammatory disease known to mankind.” Indeed, developing effective treatments is important not only for oral health, but it has implications for other con-

ditions that are complicated or exacerbated by the collagenase enzyme prevalent in periodontal disease. “Some studies indicate that chronic periodontitis can increase the risk for pancreatic cancer, head and neck cancer, cardiovascular disease and others,” Golub wrote in an email. “All of these diseases result in an increase in collagenase.” A challenge in treating periodontitis is that the enzyme that is a part of the inflammatory response, collagenase, is present, and necessary, in normal metabolism. Ridding the body of the enzyme would cause harm. Golub worked with Francis Johnson, a professor of chemistry and pharmacological sciences at Stony Brook, to develop a new treatment using a modified form of curcumin, which is a bright yellow chemical that is a member of the ginger family. Naturally occurring curcumin does provide some benefit for periodontal diseases, Golub said, although the modified version Johnson helped create is more effective. “Very little” curcumin is absorbed from the gut into the blood stream after oral administration, Golub said. The modification Johnson and Golub made was to make their variant triketonic. With the extra ketone, which has a negative charge, the attraction for zinc and calcium, which are a part of collagenase and have positive charges, is stronger, Golub said. In dividing the work, Gu explained that Golub will supervise personnel, coordinate and oversee all experiments and provide technical oversight for the animal experiments and biochemical analysis. Gu will work with Hsi-Ming Lee, a research assistant professor in oral biology and pathology, to perform in vivo animal experiments and the biochemical analyses of pro-inflammatory mediator levels on blood, gin-

The Huntington Center Farmers Market at 238 Main St., Huntington is held Sundays 7 a.m. to noon through Nov. 20. Enjoy fruits, vegetables, pies, homemade ice cream, vegan and organic items, pet treats and much more. Call 631-323-3653. Photo courtesy of Stony Brook Medicine

From left, Lorne Golub, Joseph Scaduto, Francis Johnson, Ying Gu, Hsi-Ming Lee and Maria Ryan. gival fluid and gingival tissue samples. He and Golub will perform data analysis and prepare publications together. The scientific team involved in the study of TRB-NO224, which includes Maria Ryan, the chair of the Department of Oral Biology and Pathology, intends to develop this treatment for pets first. This, Golub suggested, was in part because the approval process for pet treatments is quicker to market. The group hopes additional research, including safety and efficacy studies, will lead them to apply to the Food and Drug Administration for human uses. Ryan, who worked as a graduate student in Golub’s lab before she became the head of the department, is pleased with the process and the track record of a department Golub helped start in 1973. “I am proud to say that this is Department of Oral Biology and Pathology’s fourth NIDCR grant for the development of new therapeutics for the management of periodontal diseases within the past four years,” Ryan wrote in an email. “The aim of this funding mechanism is to move these novel compounds further along in the FDA drug development process.” Ryan added that the benefits of TRB-NO224 extended to other medical arenas and has led to collaborations with additional scientists. TRBNO224 not only impacts enzymes such as collagenase, but also affects pro-inflammatory mediators, she said. “This new compound may be useful at preventing and/or treating numerous chronic conditions,” Ryan said.

Studies are currently funded to investigate indications for osteoarthritis with the director of Orthopaedic Research, Daniel Grande, at the Feinstein Institute and for accurate respiratory distress syndrome with Gary Nieman at Syracuse University. Golub has worked with international collaborators for decades. Some of them praised his legacy and the work he’s continuing to do. Golub’s patents reflect his “everlasting translational mission from molecular and biotechnological medical/dental research to doctors’ daily and every-day practice,” wrote Timo Sorsa, the Chief Dental Officer in Periodontology at the University of Helsinki Central Hospital in Finland in an email. Golub received an honorary M.D. from the University of Helsinki in 2000. A resident of Smithtown, Golub lives with his wife Bonny, who is a travel agent. They have two children, Marlo and Michael, and four grandchildren. Golub and his wife were among the first to see a showing at the New Community Cinema in Huntington, now the Cinema Arts Centre, in their own folding chairs. They watched one of Golub’s favorite films, “Henry V,” with Sir Laurence Olivier. Golub is optimistic about the prospects and progress on TRB-NO224. “We are beginning to see evidence of efficacy in a variety of diseases,” he offered. He also believes the treatment may have rapid acceptance because natural curcumin has been used for decades in a number of populations and is “believed to be safe and effective.”

Kings Park Looking for Long Island fruits and vegetables, poultry and eggs, gluten-free cookies and much more? Visit the Kings Park Farmers Market in the municipal lot at the corner of Route 25A and Main St., Kings Park Sundays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. through Nov. 20. Questions? Call 516-5436033 or visit www.ligreenmarket.org.

Mount Sinai The Rose Caracappa Senior Center, 739 Route 25A, Mount Sinai hosts a farmers market Saturdays 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. through Oct. 29. Choose from organic products, fruits, cheesecakes, gluten-free products, cutting boards, pies, breads, soaps and much more. Questions? Call 516-551-8461.

Nesconset The Nesconset Plaza, 127 Smithtown Blvd., Nesconset hosts a farmers market Saturdays 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. through Nov. 16, featuring potted plants, organic fruits and vegetables, eggs, cheeses and much more. Call 516-543-6033 or visit www. ligreenmarket.org.

Northport A farmers market is held in Northport in the Cow Harbor parking lot on the harbor Saturdays 8 a.m. to noon through Nov. 19, rain or shine. Choose from fresh fruits, crafts, flowers, vegetables and fish from local farms, merchants and fishermen. Call 631-754-3905.

Port Jefferson The Village of Port Jefferson hosts a farmers market next to The Frigate at the corner of Main Street and Broadway Sundays 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. through November. Find local produce, honey, bread and baked goods, seafood, international specialties, plants and flowers. Enjoy live music. Call 516-551-8461.

Rocky Point Rocky Point Farmers & Artisans Market is held at Old Depot Park, 115 Prince Road, Rocky Point Sundays 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. through Nov. 20. Find local produce, baked goods, craft beer, natural meats, dips/spices and more. For additional information, visit www. rockypointfarmersmarket.org.

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Religious ASSEMBLIES OF GOD

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

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

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

BYZANTINE CATHOLIC RESURRECTION BYZANTINE CATHOLIC CHURCH

38 Mayflower Avenue, Smithtown NY 11787 631–759–6083 resurrectionsmithtown@gmail.com www.resurrectionsmithtown.org Father Tyler A. Strand, Administrator, Joseph S. Durko, Cantor Divine Liturgy: Sundays at 10:30 am Holy Days: See website or phone for information Sunday School alternate Sundays at 9:15 am Adult Faith Formation/Bible Study: Mondays at 7:00 pm. PrayerAnon Prayer Group for substance addictions, Wednesdays at 7 pm A Catholic Church of the Eastern Rite under the Eparchy of Passaic.

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

CATHOLIC

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

Mission Statement: In faith we come together to celebrate the Eucharist as a Parish Family; and as a Catholic community of faith, we are sent to be Christ to the world around us. Rev. James-Patrick Mannion, Pastor Rev. Daniel Opoku-Mensah, Associate Rev. Jon Fitzgerald, In Residence Weekday Masses: Monday – Saturday 8:00 am Weekend Masses: Saturday Vigil 5:00 pm Sunday 8:00am, 9:30 am (family), 11:30 am (choir), 6:00 pm (Youth) Office Hours: Monday–Thursday 9:00 am – 2:00 pm, Friday 9:00 am – 12:00 pm, Saturday 9:00 am – 2:00 pm Baptisms: Sundays at 1:30 pm (except during Lent) Reconciliation: Saturdays 4:00 – 4:45 pm or by appointment Anointing Of The Sick: by request Holy Matrimony: contact the office at least 9 months before desired date

CONGREGATIONAL MT. SINAI CONGREGATIONAL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST

233 North Country Road, Mt. Sinai • (631) 473–1582 www.mtsinaichurchli.org

“No matter who you are or where you are on life’s journey, you are welcome here” Worship hour is 10:00 am Sunday School and Childcare oﬀered at 10:00 am open to all children (infants to 8th grade). The last Sunday of every month is our Welcome Sunday Service. This service has been intentionally designed to include persons of diﬀering abilities from local group homes. We are an Open and Affirming Congregation.

CONTEMPORARY CHRISTIAN CHURCH

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

www.crossoverchristianchurch.com Pastor Lesaya Kelly Weekly Schedule: Sunday Worship w/Children’s Church 9:30 - 11am We oﬀer weekly small groups and monthly meetings for men and women We exist to love God with everything we have. We are a small, vibrant community reaching out to our world with love in action.

INFANT JESUS ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH

EPISCOPAL

110 Myrtle Ave., Port Jefferson, NY 11777 (631) 473-0165 • Fax (631) 331-8094

www.www.infantjesus.org Reverend Patrick M. Riegger, Pastor Associates: Rev. Francis Lasrado & Rev. Rolando Ticllasuca To schedule Baptisms and Weddings, Please call the Rectory Confessions: Saturdays 12:30-1:15 pm in the Lower Church Religious Ed.: (631) 928-0447 • Parish Outreach: (631) 331-6145 Weekly Masses: 6:50 and 9 am in the Church, 12 pm in the Chapel* Weekend Masses: Saturday at 5 pm in the Church, 5:15 pm in the Chapel* Sunday at 7:30 am, 10:30 am, 12 pm, and 5 pm in the Church and at 8:30 am, 10 am, and 11:30 am (Family Mass) in the Chapel* Spanish Masses: Sunday at 8:45 am and Wednesday at 6 pm in the Church *Held at the Infant Jesus Chapel at St. Charles Hospital Religious Education: (631) 928-0447 Parish Outreach: (631) 331-6145

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CROSSOVER CHRISTIAN CHURCH Finding Faith As A Way of Life

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

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

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

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

EPISCOPAL

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

1 Dyke Road on the Village Green, Setauket Web site: www.carolinechurch.net Parish Office email: office@carolinechurch.net (631) 941–4245

Sunday Services: 8 am, 9:30 am and 11:15 am Church School/Child Care at 9:30 am Church School classes now forming. Call 631-941-4245 for registration. Weekday holy Eucharist’s: Thursday 12 pm and First Friday of the month 7:30 pm (rotating: call Parish Oﬃce for location) Youth, Music and Service Programs oﬀered. Let God walk with you as part of our family–friendly community.

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

Father Anthony DiLorenzo: Priest–In–Charge Sunday Summer Schedule . . .9AM (Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend) Sunday Eucharist: 8 am and 10 am/Wednesday 10 in our chapel Sunday School and Nursery Registration for Sunday School starting Sunday after the 10 am Eucharist Our ministries: Welcome Inn on Mondays at 5:45 pm AA meetings on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7 pm/Prayer Group on Wednesdays at 10:30 am/Bible Study on Thursdays at 10 am. It is the mission of the people of Christ Church to grow in our relationship with Jesus Christ and to make his love known to all through our lives and ministry. We at Christ Church are a joyful, welcoming community. Wherever you are in your journey of life we want to be part of it.

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

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

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

GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH OF THE ASSUMPTION

430 Sheep Pasture Rd., Port Jefferson 11777 Tel: 631-473-0894 • Fax: 631-928-5131 www.kimisis.org • goc.assumption@gmail.com

Rev. Demetrios N. Calogredes, Protopresbyter Sunday Services Orthros 8:30 am - Devine Liturgy 10 am Services conducted in both Greek & English* Books available to follow in English* Sunday Catechism School, 10:15 am - 11:15 am* Greek Language School, Tuesdays 5 pm - 8 pm* Bible Study & Adult Catechism Classes Available* Golden Age & Youth Groups* Thrift Store* Banquet Hall available for Rental* For information please call Church ofﬁce*

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

Future site: East side of Nicolls Rd, North of Rte 347 –Next to Fire Dept. Current location: 821 Hawkins Ave., Lake Grove

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

YOUNG ISRAEL OF CORAM

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

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

“THE ETERNAL FLAME-THE ETERNAL LIGHT” Weekly Channel #20 at 10 am am Shabbat Morning Services 9 am. Free Membership. No building fund. Free Hebrew School. Bar/Bat Mitzvah Shabbat and Holiday Services followed by hot buffet. Adult Education Institute. Women’s Education Group-Internationally prominent Lecturers and Women’s Torah Class. Adult Bar/Bat Mitzvah. Kaballah Classes. Jewish Holiday Institute. Tutorials for all ages. Put Meaning in Your Life 631-698-3939 Member, National Council of Young Israel All welcome regardless of knowledge or observance level.

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

HERMAN WERNER, PRESIDENT

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

NORTH SHORE JEWISH CENTER

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

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

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METHODIST

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

BETHEL AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH 33 Christian Ave/ PO2117 E. Setauket NY 11733 (631) 941–3581 Rev. Gregory L. Leonard–Pastor

Sunday Worship 10:30 am Adult Sunday School 9:30 am Lectionary Reading and Prayer Wed. 12 noon Gospel Choir Tues. 8 pm Praise Choir and Youth Choir 3rd and 4th Fri. 6:30 pm

Rabbi Sharon L. Sobel Cantor Carol Chesler 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

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

HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH AND ANCHOR NURSERY SCHOOL

SETAUKET UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Rev. Dr. Richard O. Hill, Pastor email: hopelutheran@msn.com • website: www.hopeluth.com Holy Communion is celebrated every week Saturdays 5 pm and Sundays at 8 am, 9:30 am and 11 am

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

46 Dare Road, Selden (631)732-2511 Emergency number (516) 848-5386

ST. PAULS LUTHERAN CHURCH

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

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

Rev. Charles Bell - Pastor We welcome all to join us for worship & fellowship Sunday Worship Services 8:15, 9:30 & 11 am.

Rev. Steven kim, Pastor

PRESBYTERIAN

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

LUTHERAN–LCMS

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

SETAUKET PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

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

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

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

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

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WOMEN’S EXPO

— “starting my fourth year.” However, this is her first year at the Women’s EXPO. “A friend does catering for the event. She told me about it … it looked great, really exciting.” In addition to the EXPO, she and her work can be found at local craft shows, but “I’m moving to wholesale, getting crafts in boutiques.”

Continued from page B13 Rotolo has no classical training in baking, but has always loved it. While it was her mother who was a professional cook, her father was the one who frequently asked her to bake. “That’s where my love of baking started. It reminds me of my dad.” Where did the name Dragon’s Nest come from? “I’ve always loved dragons and I didn’t want a company named after me.” Think of a dragon breathing fire — there’s the oven for the baking. In addition to appearing at the EXPO, Rotolo is at selected farmers markets (check Instagram or Facebook for specifics).

Mari Irizarry

Bebe Federmann Jessica Giovachino Jessica Giovachino of GioGio Designs is a residential architect by profession. “That’s how I got involved in home goods,” she noted. Sometimes after designing a home, she is asked to design related home goods. Giovachino’s home goods are eco-friendly, made from bamboo. “Bamboo is a sustainable wood.” After being harvested, bamboo can be replanted and regrows quickly. Giovachino joked that when people hear her products are made from bamboo, they quickly say, “You can come to my yard.” Many of her home products are slotted. “They fit together like a puzzle … candleholders can be taken apart to store,” she said, adding that she wants her products to be not only useful, but fun. For larger products, “I work with a cabinet maker,” to cut the pieces. “I finish them in my studio. Others I cut out with a laser cutter. Because I’m an architect I’m used to designing on the computer … then send the file to my laser cutter.” After the pieces are cut she does all the finishing. In addition, “I do a whole line of jewelry as well. All the jewelry is laser cut from wood, stainless steel and leather,” she said. Giovachino has been involved in designing home goods and jewelry for three years

Alaila Lee Alaila Lee, owner of Clovesz, may be the youngest vendor at the EXPO. “I’m just 21,” she said. After graduating from Bay Shore High School, Lee went to the Culinary Academy of Long Island in Syosset. Then she “started selling hibiscus flower drinks [Sorrel]. They’re representative of my culture — Jamaican,” using a family recipe. The beverages come in several flavors, including pineapple and mango and can be “served hot or cold, still or sparking.” The drinks are sold in really unique bottles. When she was looking for a unique shape, she found that many shapes and designs were on the shelf already with other products. “I looked around and saw a light bulb,” and so the light bulb bottle came into existence. Lee markets primarily through expos and farmers markets but “I would like to expand

Religious

Mari Irizarry of Hook and Wool is one of the vendors presenting her work at the Women’s EXPO for the first time. Irizarry is from Brooklyn and moved to Long Island two years ago. “I was a graphic designer and marketing director” in Brooklyn, said Irizarry. “When I moved here I left that job and made more time” for her handmade items. “As a kid growing up in Brooklyn, times were occasionally tough and we moved around a lot … Looking back, a lot of the things we had, that outlasted apartments we lived in, were handmade. Not only were they made with someone’s energy and love, but they were high quality — truly pieces of art. One of the only material things I have from childhood is a hand-crocheted Christmas stocking that our neighbor, Mrs. Genovich, made for me,” she said. Irizarry learned crocheting, sewing and knitting from her mother, who learned from her mother. “I didn’t do much as a child,” she added but “it was 1999 and I was broke. I had a lot of family and friends I wanted to give holiday presents to … so I got to stitching.” She added that some of those items are still being worn today. Irizarry’s wool and acrylic items are handmade by her and include scarves, hats and blankets. She noted, “I’m at my happiest when I’m creating something to share and enjoy with loved ones.” Speaking of next Thursday’s event, she said, “I’m really looking forward to it. It’s so exciting to be invited to the EXPO.” The annual Women’s EXPO will take place on Thursday, Oct. 6, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. the Middle Country Public Library, 101 Eastwood Boulevard, Centereach. Admission is free and there is ample parking. For further information, call the library at 631-585-9393 or go to www.womensexpoli.org.

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UNITY

UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP AT STONY BROOK

UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP OF HUNTINGTON

UNITY CHURCH OF HEALING LIGHT

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

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

Religious Education at UUFSB: Unitarian Universalism accepts wisdom from many sources and oﬀers non-dogmatic religious education for children from 3-18 to foster ethical and spiritual development and knowledge of world religions. Classes Sunday mornings at 10:30 am. Childcare for little ones under three. Senior High Youth Group meetings Sunday evenings. Registration is ongoing. For more information: dre@uufsb.org.

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

Rev. G. Jude Geiger, Minister

(minister@uufh.org) Starr Austin, religious educator (dreuufh@gmail.com) Sunday Service 10:30 am, Children’s Religious Education 10:30 am Whoever you are, whomever you love, wherever you are on your life’s journey, you are welcome here. Our services offer a progressive, non-creedal message with room for spiritual seekers. Services and Religious Education each Sunday at 10:30 am Youth Group, Lifespan Religious Education for Adults, Adult and Children’s Choirs Participants in the Huntington Interfaith Housing Initiative Find us on Facebook and Twitter

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

Rev. Saba Mchunguzi

Unity Church of Healing Light is committed to helping people unfold their Christ potential to transform their lives and build spiritual community through worship, education, prayer and service. Sunday Worship & Church School 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Night Prayer Service 7:30 p.m. Sign Language Interpreter at Sunday Service

Bebe Federmann of Soul Vessel Designs said that she “stumbled on pottery. I always wanted to take a pottery class.” Then she came across Randy Blume. “I was with her when she was working in her basement” before opening her Hands on Clay studio in East Setauket. Federmann worked for her for a number of years before Blume moved out of the area. She noted, “There hasn’t been anything to replace it.” Federmann went on, “I was then in the corporate world until four years ago … but never gave up [on pottery making], doing it as a hobby.” But then she wanted to go back to her pottery studio full time. Where does the name of her business Soul Vessel Designs come from? “I put my heart and soul into what I make.” She noted, “With clay, possibilities are endless.” Her pottery is primarily tableware, mugs, bowls, pitchers, vases, etc. “They are functional art, designed to be used every day, very long lasting.” She added, “and planters. I’ve done a lot of those lately.” Her color palette is primarily neutral, with “a lot of white, some blues and greens” for decoration.” Federmann added that she also takes special orders. “I do a lot of custom designs, including work for restaurants.” This will be Federmann’s third year at the EXPO. “It’s one of the best, such a great show.”

in the culinary world.” Products she is considering include tea bags and other beverages. Since so many of these vendors have items that make great holiday presents, this is a wonderful opportunity to start your shopping in a relaxed and fun atmosphere, knowing that you are helping the local economy.

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SBU SportSweek SePT. 29– OCT. 5, 2016

Tomorrow is Friday – wear red on Campus!

STOny BROOk UniveRSiTy

Taieb leads Seawolves at Hofstra Invitational The Stony Brook men’s tennis team traveled to Hofstra University this past weekend for the Hofstra Pride Invitational. The Seawolves competed against Hofstra, Fairleigh Dickinson University, Queens College, Seattle Pacific University and Wagner College. “Our coaching staff asks that every time we step out on the court that we compete, and once again our guys did just that,” Stony Brook men’s tennis assistant coach D.J. Wilson said. “Even down late in matches, many of our guys found a way to rally and win.” In “A” doubles, senior Raphael Termat and sophomore Samuel Taieb came out strong, beating Parades and Nover of SPU 8-1 before falling to Lashkul and Sandy of Wagner in the quarterfinals, 8-6.

Also in “A” doubles, senior Tyler Hoffman and sophomore Rodrigo Hadlich won their first two matches. Beating Martinez and Mendez of Queens, 8-2, then Whalley and Quintana of Wagner, 9-7, before falling to Charkiewicz and Ispas of New York Institute of Technology in the semifinals, 6-2. In “B” doubles, senior Hari Rohan and junior Richie Agarwal won their first doubles match over Hayman and Dove of Adelphi University, 8-6, then came up just short in the quarterfinals against Arias and Benditin of Queens, losing 8-7. Ruben Morhain and Isa Ebrahim beat Yeshiva’s Bandler and Parlysky, 8-0, before losing to Chan and Vukotic in the semifinals, 7-5, in “B” doubles consolation. In “A” singles, Termat won his first two matches 8-6 over Cannavera of Adelphi, and 8-1 over Quintana of FDU, before falling to Smith of Hofstra in the semifinals, 8-6. Sophomore Taieb was the champion of “B” singles, winning all four of his matches. He beat Ozery of Yeshiva, 8-2; Silvestri of Hosftra, 8-1; Polland of Wagner, 8-4; and Ispas of NYIT, 8-2. “Sam Taieb had the best result of the weekend as he won the B Flight,” Wilson said. “We also had three other players advance to finals in the consolation brackets.” Also in “B” singles, senior Hoffman won his first match over FDU’s Gamel, 8-4, then fell to Polland of Wagner, 8-5. Hadlich won his first two matches over Vulinovich of Hofstra, 8-4, and Dale Dandy of Wagner, 8-5, before falling in the “B” singles consolation finals to Leithner of Hofstra, 8-6. In the “C” singles, Rohan won his first match, 8-4, over SPU’s Russotto, then fell to Tuscano of Queens, 8-5.

Above, Samuel Taieb serves the ball. Left, Raphael Termat volleys. Agarwal won his first two matches — first, a 9-7 win over Boyd of Wagner and then an 8-2 win over SPU’s Russotto, before losing to Siddhyth An of Wagner in the “C” singles consolation final match, 8-6. In “D” singles, junior Justin Park won his first two matches, an 8-5 win over Arias of Queens, and an 8-5 win over Bourne of

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FDU, before falling to Wang of Wagner 8-6 in the semi-finals. The Seawolves will be back in action in two weeks at the Army Shootout on Oct. 7. “We have had a great start to our fall,” Wilson said. “Now, we have two weeks to tighten up a few things before we compete at West Point.”

Stony Brook men’s soccer ties at Sacred Heart, 1-1 The Stony Brook men’s soccer team (5-22) battled Sacred Heart University (2-4-2) to a 1-1 tie in Fairfield, Connecticut Sept. 25. “I thought we deserved more today,” Stony Brook head coach Ryan Anatol said. “We created some really good chances, but didn’t do well enough in front of goal.” Stony Brook had an opportunity to take the lead in the 15th minute when the Seawolves were awarded a penalty, but junior midfielder Thibault Duval’s effort from the spot was stopped. The Pioneers took a 1-0 lead in the 17th minute when Kieran Walsh’s shot was deflected into the goal. “Give their keeper credit,” Anatol said. “Not just for saving the penalty kick, but he

made some huge stops today to keep them in the game.” The team’s freshman goalkeeper, Robert Strain, finished with a career-high 10 saves. Senior forward Eduardo Valle tied for the team-lead with his fourth goal of the season, to tie the game at 1-1 in the 36th minute. Stony Brook outshot the Pioneers 21-14 and finished with an 11-4 advantage in shots on goal. Sophomore midfielder Serge Gamwanya led the Seawolves with six shots. Junior redshirt goalkeeper Tom McMahon made three saves. Stony Brook is now unbeaten in its last six games, and opens conference play at the University of Vermont on Oct. 1.

eduardo valle celebrates with teammate Martieon Watson after scoring.

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Theater

Halloween show at Theatre Three teaches children about persistence

By Melissa arnold Twenty years ago, Theatre Three’s Artistic Director Jeffrey Sanzel wrote a Halloween play for children with sweet, goofy characters and an encouraging moral lesson. This October, the Port Jefferson theater will present an updated version of Sanzel’s original show, “Pumpkin Patch Magic,” featuring all-new music and lyrics by Jules Cohen. I sat down with Sanzel and Cohen to learn more about bringing the show to life again.

We talk about a theme, and then work on characters. I usually sit down and think about the sort of direction I want the story to go in, and from there I’ll start writing … there are usually 15 to 20 pages that never make it into the show — it’s just about getting the ideas going. If we’re doing an adaptation, I’ll read as many different versions of the story as I can to help flesh out how I want to tell it and what kind of message we want to convey.

Can you summarize the story? These characters are the ones who are responsible for getting pumpkins into the pumpkin patches all over the world. There are two groups involved: the overachievers and the underachievers. Some of the characters are limited in what they can do, and they’re always being reminded of how they can’t do as much as others. The story is told by a fairy, Loquacious Chattalot, who tries to encourage them, but it backfires and they give up. But in the end, it’s the limited ones who end up making it all happen successfully.

How did you come up with the name Fairy Loquacious Chattalot? I’m a big fan of Charles Dickens — we do “A Christmas Carol” here at Theatre Three every year — and Dickens-style names always tend to stick in my head. The characters’ names really reflect who they are, and that is definitely true for this fairy. She’s a very nonstop talker, and that’s where I got Loquacious Chattalot.

Let’s Create Together

Gallery North, 90 North Country Road, Setauket will hold an art class, Let’s Create Together, for children ages 2 to 6 with a parent or caregiver on Oct. 1, 15 and 29 from 9 to 10 a.m. $25 per class, includes all materials. To register, call 7512676 or visit www.gallerynorth.org.

Kids ages 8 and up are invited to join Barnes & Noble, 4000 East Jericho Turnpike, East Northport for its LEGO Star Wars Rogue One Build Event on Oct. 1 at 4 p.m. In this open and funfilled activity, participants and Star Wars fans alike will get to build designs from the exciting new film coming out this year. Free. Call 4620208 for further information.

Celebrate Ship in a Bottle Day!

Maritime Explorium, 101 E. Broadway, Port Jefferson will hold a walk-in program on Oct. 1 and 2 from 1 to 5 p.m. Ship in a Bottle Day is October 4th: Build or draw your own miniature ship to fit in a bottle to take the sea with you wherever you go! $5 per person. Call 331-3277 for more information.

What inspired you to write this play?

How do you go about developing a show like this?

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Jeffrey Sanzel has written or adapted more than 100 plays in his 28 years at Theatre Three.

Jeff Sanzel: This goes back many years. We’ve actually done “Pumpkin Patch Magic” twice, with the original performances happening 20 years ago. (My writing partner and I) were looking for a new Halloween show and decided we wanted the theme to be based around the saying, “If at first you don’t succeed, try, try again.” We always want to have a moral underpinning for our stories. So we created this world of Halloween with all the characters you’d expect — witches, ghosts, gnomes — and their different skills and limitations. For example, there’s a witch who can fly and a witch who can’t. It’s very funny.

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Apple Fun Join Benner’s Farm, 56 Gnarled Hollow Road, Setauket in learning about Johnny Appleseed’s wonderful fruit on Oct. 1 from 10 a.m. to noon. Squeezed, cooked, dried and baked apples are delicious and fun. Children will leave with a variety of apple goodies. For ages 3 to 6. $35 per child. To register, call 689-8172. Photo by Peter Lanscombe, Theatre Three Productions Inc.

From left, Princess Pumpkin (Melanie acampora) ermengarde Broomwellsweepalot the Witch (emily Gates) and norman the nervous Gnome (steve Uihlein) star in ‘Pumpkin Patch Magic.’

For what age group is this play recommended? I would say it’s best for ages 3 and up. It’s very entertaining, fast and colorful. It’s not scary at all — in fact, it’s very silly. The humor is very goofy, and the show is extremely family-friendly. All of our children’s shows are meant for the whole family to be entertained.

Are children encouraged to come dressed in their Halloween costumes? Absolutely! We love when the kids show up in costume; it’s so much fun. And if you stay after the show, the characters will come out [in the lobby] to meet the kids and have their picture taken.

Why should parents bring their kids to see the show? Children’s theater is the greatest way to introduce kids to theater, and the earlier on they’re exposed to it, the more they can develop an appreciation for it. Seasonal shows like this one are a lot of fun and the message for this show is so important — keep trying. You can learn, you can make a difference and there’s nothing you can’t do. Jules Cohen has written music for dozens of shows all over the country, but now he fights breast cancer as an oncologist at Stony Brook University Hospital.

Are you a native Long Islander? Jules Cohen: I grew up in Poughkeepsie, and after college I lived in Manhattan for 20 years. I moved to Suffolk County six years ago to work at Stony Brook.

You studied music in college, but now you’re an oncologist. What led to that change? I have a bachelor’s degree in music and a master’s in music composition. I hoped to make my career as a musical director in theatre and a songwriter, and I did that for several years working with several reasonably high-profile directors. But it’s difficult to make a living in those fields, as you never know where your next job will come from. I had to move all over the country — I’ve worked in Vermont; San Francisco; Louisville, Kentucky; and in New York City. I knew that if I wanted a more stable life, I needed a more structured day job. Music and theater could always remain a hobby while I did other work. My initial thought was to become a psychologist, so I went to medical school, and once I got there I found I really gravitated more toward medical oncology.

Was the transition difficult for you? Once I decided to go to med school, I pursued it wholeheartedly and didn’t find leaving the music and theater career difficult. I’ve always played the piano and am working on jazz piano now. That satisfies the musical part of my brain.

What inspired you to get involved with composing for ‘Pumpkin Patch Magic’? I have two young children — a 5-yearold and a 10-year-old. I’ve always taken them to basically every show at Theatre Three, and it got to the point where the actors all knew Emma and Oscar.

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Theater ‘Pumpkin Patch Magic’

Join Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson for a hilarious Halloween tale as it presents “Pumpkin Patch Magic” from Oct. 1 to 29 with a sensory-friendly performance on Oct. 9 at 11 a.m. Tickets are $10 each. To order, call 9289100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

‘The Wizard of Oz’

Take a walk down the yellow brick road with Dorothy, the Tin Man, the Scarecrow and the Cowardly Lion as the John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport presents its annual production of “The Wizard of Oz” from Oct. 1 to Nov. 6. Tickets are $15 each. To order, call 2612900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.

‘Elf Jr.’

Just in time for the holidays, the Smithtown Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E. Main St., Smithtown will present the musical “Elf Jr.” from Nov. 25 to Dec. 30. Follow Buddy the Elf in his quest to find his true identity. Tickets are $15 each. To order, call 724-3700.

‘Barnaby Saves Christmas’

Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson celebrates the 13th anniversary of “Barnaby Saves Christmas” from Nov. 25 to Dec. 30 with a sensory-friendly performance on Nov. 27 at 11 a.m. Join Santa’s littlest elf Barnaby and his reindeer friend Franklynne as they set off on a journey to save Christmas. All tickets are $10 each. To order, call 928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

‘Frosty’

A holiday favorite, “Frosty,” returns to the John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport from Nov. 26 to Dec. 31. Join Jenny and Frosty on their chilly adventures as they try to save the town of Chillsville from the mean old Ethel Pierpot. Tickets are $15 each. To order, call 261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.

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How would you describe the music for the show?

‘Pumpkin Patch Magic’ Continued from page B27 They really watched them grow. I decided to see if I could get involved, and I met Jeff in the lobby one day. He suggested I collaborate with him on one of his kids’ shows, and a few weeks later he emailed me the script for a Halloween show he had written years ago. From there I worked on updating the score, one song at a time. My kids love Halloween, so they’re very excited, and my daughter is very into musical theater — she loves to give her input.

What’s involved with writing a song? What is the process like? Writing lyrics was relatively new for me, but I really enjoyed spending time working on the rhyme and wordplay. That process develops a sense of rhythm, and from there I start thinking about pitches. You flesh it out a bit at a time, eventually developing chords and a melody line, then adding little embellishments and intricacies. It’s really not magic or anything — as they say, it’s 10 percent inspiration and 90 percent perspiration.

It’s definitely heavily influenced by jazz, and the whole score is written for keyboard.

Who are your musical influences? I really enjoy musicians in both jazz and theater, and the intersection between them — George Gershwin, Cole Porter, Frank Lesser, Thelonious Monk, and Charlie Parker are some of my favorites.

What are you most looking forward to about the show? I’m very excited to hear my songs performed by real actors and singers, to see them come to life onstage. I’m hoping that people will appreciate it and that they leave tapping their feet. I know that I’m pleased with the songs — they are fun and clever. “Pumpkin Patch Magic” or “If At First You Don’t Succeed” will run from Oct. 1 through Oct. 29 on Saturdays and Sundays at Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson. All seats are $10. For more information or to purchase tickets, call (631) 928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

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Maritime event and new exhibit celebrate Long Island’s whaling history

By Rita J. Egan

Staff members of the The Whaling Museum & Education Center in Cold Spring Harbor have been behind closed doors since early September working on a number of exciting new projects. On Oct. 2, the doors will open once again as the museum hosts their annual SeaFaire celebration and launches the museum’s brand new permanent exhibit, Thar She Blows! Celebrating Long Island’s maritime heritage, SeaFaire features craftspeople demonstrating felting and needle punching, rug hooking, calligraphy, weaving, and there will be a silversmith and jewelry maker on hand, too. Visitors will also be able to participate in carving scrimshaw, building a model sailboat and creating a candle of their very own, according to Judy Palumbo, community relations and development manager. At last year’s event, Palumbo said it was wonderful to see children forgetting their electronics and marveling at artisans. She said one group of little girls spread their blanket out and just watched one woman weaving. “They were mesmerized,” she said. She said the staff is excited about the event as well as the debut of Thar She Blows!, which will bring many of the artifacts that visitors have seen in the past at the museum together in a cohesive story. Nomi Dayan, executive director, said the exhibit stems from her research while writing the Images of America book, “Whaling on Long Island,” released in the beginning of this year.

Photo courtesy of Whaling Museum of Cold Spring Harbor

Children practice weaving at a previous SeaFaire event. The executive director said the exhibit features a painted mural depicting the cross-section of a whaling boat. In addition to the mural, museumgoers will find maritime-inspired activities, artifacts mounted to the wall and informational panels. Dayan said the hope is that visitors will connect to Long Island’s whaling history. “It was difficult putting it together because Long Island has such a rich whaling heritage. Right after Southampton was established in 1644, whaling companies sprang up,” she said. “To really understand Long Island is to understand how whaling affected it. So it was difficult

trying to boil down this story onto just a couple of walls.” Dayan added that while the museum’s former standing exhibit focused on Cold Spring Harbor’s contribution to whaling, the new one takes an expanded look at Long Island’s involvement in the industry as a whole. According to Dayan, visitors will find a light-up map featuring local former ports and a recruitment station where guests will be able to ask each other questions to see if they would have been qualified to be a whaler, such as, “Can you eat food with cockroaches in it?”

Museum guests will find a scent box where they will be able to smell what cooking blubber and a fo’c’sle smelled like. A fo’c’sle, which is short for forecastle, was the part of the ship where the bottomranking whalers slept in cramped bunk beds in filth and grime, a scent that Dayan pointed out will reinforce to the learners what issues whalers faced. The executive director said visitors will find more fresh additions to the museum including lifesize cardboard cutouts throughout the museum. The new collection enables visitors to learn more about the various personalities that made up the whaling industry, from the rich captain who built a mansion out east to a lowly greenhand, according to Dayan. “We wanted to show the diverse range of cultures and backgrounds of people who made up the industry. So, that’s something else fresh that people can anticipate,” she said. Dayan said the goal of an event such as SeaFaire as well as the new exhibit is for visitors to come away with a deeper understanding of local maritime heritage. “We want our history to be a foundation for the future. Hopefully the crafts making and fun of it will open people’s eyes to the tremendous story here.” The Whaling Museum & Education Center, 301 Main Street, Cold Spring Harbor, hosts SeaFaire on Sunday, Oct. 2 from noon to 3 p.m., rain or shine. Admission is $6 for adults, $5 for seniors and children. Some activities require an extra fee. For more information, call 631-367-3418 or visit www.cshwhalingmuseum.org.

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book review

‘Saving Kate’s Flowers’ By Cindy Sommer

with illustrations by Laurie Allen Klein

Children’s Book Reviewed by Heidi Sutton Just in time for fall, Stony Brook resident Cindy Sommer has released her first children’s book, “Saving Kate’s Flowers” (Arbordale Publishing). Recommended for ages 3 to 8, the 32page picture book, with gorgeous illustrations by Laurie Allen Klein, follows little Kate the rabbit in her quest to save the flowers in her family’s garden from dying at the end of the summer. After her mother teaches her about perennials, annuals and how to save seeds, Kate asks to bring the annuals inside. Unfortunately, Kate’s father is allergic to flowers! Will Kate find homes for all the flowers before the cold weather sets in? As an added bonus, the book also includes educational resources in the back to learn more about the parts of a plant, the life cycle of plants and how to pot and identify flowers. Sommer recently took time out from preparing for a book signing and reading at the Suffolk County Farm in Yaphank on Oct. 1 to answer a few questions about her adorable new book.

Photos courtesy of Cindy Sommer

Left, the author with her dog Pepper, a mini Australian shepherd; above, the cover of Sommer’s book.

Do you have any rabbits in your yard?

Can you give a little background about yourself?

Every year we have rabbits in our yard. This year there seemed to be a lot! I think they knew my book was coming out.

I have lived in Stony Brook all my life. I attended Three Village schools and graduated from Ward Melville High School. I then graduated from SUNY Oneonta with a BA in English. I’ve always been interested in reading and writing, particularly horse books. Once I had my two daughters, I found some time to finally write.

Will there be more adventures with Kate in the future?

What was your favorite book as a child? All the Black Stallion and Marguerite Henry books. I think I had them all.

Why did you decide to write this children’s book? When my daughter, Samantha, was young, she asked me “Why do flowers die in winter?” and I thought that was a very good question. I wanted to give her a simple answer, but there was no easy way. So I wrote this story. Kate is actually Samantha.

Do you have a garden at home? Yes, I have a big backyard but a small vegetable garden. I grow some cucumbers, tomatoes and basil. I have lots of flowers ... I love flowers. I love anything that blooms for most of the summer; Stella d’oro lilies, hydrangeas and dianthus.

There are plans for a sequel. I don’t want to give it away, but it might involve snow. Hopefully, there will be many more adventures.

You are a member of the Long Island Children’s Writers and Illustrators. Can you tell us a little about the group? A local librarian told me about LICWI when I first started writing. I was so nervous the first time I went to a meeting, I didn’t go in! I found that they are a wonderful encouraging group, willing to help out any writer, beginner or experienced. I learn new things every time I go to a meeting. But they will tell you the truth in a constructive way. If you can’t take criticism, you should not join a writer’s group. It has made my writing stronger, and I appreciate all of their opinions and great advice. We meet every second Saturday a month during the school year at St. Joseph’s College in Patchogue. We usually have a break over the summer with a garden party. For more information, you can see visit their website: www.licwi.com.

What advice would you give Tell me about the book signing to someone who is writing their event on Oct. 1. first book? I will be in the Children’s Garden at the Read the genre for the type of book you want to write. I have read hundreds of picture books. Get to know the structure, the language and the pacing. Join a local writer’s group and the SCBWI (Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators). Try to go to writing conferences. I used to go to Hofstra when they had their conferences. Sadly they no longer have them. I looked forward to meeting editors and going to workshops. SCBWI has started offering some writing events at the Huntington Public Library, and they hold many in NYC. Wait for your story to be the absolute best it can be before you send it out anywhere. And write because you love to write. Most authors do not make much money in real life.

Suffolk County Farm and Education Center in Yaphank on Oct. 1 at 1 p.m. during the farm’s PumpkinFest, with a rain date of Oct. 2. I will probably read my book at 1:30 p.m. with signings followed by a flower-themed craft available until around 3:30 p.m.

Any more book signings in the works? Since this is my first book, I am eager to get started. I am doing a presentation for a girls’ book club soon. My schedule is open for presentations in elementary schools. My program is registered through Eastern Suffolk and Nassau BOCES. I would love to do a reading and craft storytime for libraries and bookstores.

Why do you think reading to a young child is so important? Reading is something they will be doing for the rest of their lives, so it’s something that should be encouraged from the very start. If they are given good basics and a love of books at an early age, they will have the tools they need to accomplish whatever they want to in life.

“Saving Kate’s Flowers” is available at www.Amazon.com, the publisher’s website at www.arbordalepublishing.com and www.barnesandnoble.com. For more information about the author, visit www. cindysommer.com.

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Spirits Tour to celebrate a 19th century ‘man of all seasons’

By Heidi Sutton ‘How glorious it is to paint in the open fields, to hear the birds singing around you, to draw in the fresh air – how thankful it makes one.’ — William Sidney Mount, May 1848

he cooler weather, shorter days and leaves of autumn reds, oranges and gold signal the arrival of the Three Village Historical Society’s annual Spirits Tour. Now in its 22nd year, this year’s event, with the theme “William Sidney Mount: Family, Friends & Ideas,” will be held on Saturday, Oct. 22 with tours starting at 5 p.m. Born in Setauket in 1807, William Sidney Mount was an incredible artist best known for his genre paintings (portraits and scenes from everyday life) of Long Island, most notably “Dance of the Haymakers,” (1845) 2016 Spirits Tour: “Farmers Nooning” (1836) William Sidney Mount: Family, Friends and ideas and “Dancing on the Barn Floor” (1831). His painton Saturday, oct. 22 ings often commented on American social and political issues and by the middle (In order of appearance) of the nineteenth century, he was one of the most reSetauket Presbyterian nowned artists in America. Church Cemetery He is buried at the Setauket Rev. Zacharia Green Presbyterian Church across (Mort Rosen) from the Village Green. Julia Hawkins Mount The Long Island Museum (Susan Gill) in Stony Brook boasts the William Sidney Mount largest collection of Mount’s (Steve Hintze) paintings, thanks to gifts by philanthropists Ward and Henry Smith Mount Dorothy Melville, along (Steve Healy) Maria Williamson Smith with his diaries. Guided walking tours (donna Smith) will lead guests through Robert Nelson Mount the historic cemeteries of (Robert ogden) the Setauket Presbyterian Nancy Smith Williamson Church and the Caroline (Stephanie Carsten) Church of Brookhaven. The “spirit” of William Sidney Village Green Mount with his family and Members of the friends will greet visitors Setalcott Nation: along the way. Helen ‘Morningstar’ Sells Actors in period cosnellie edwards tumes supplied by Antiques Costume & Prop Rental by Caroline Church of Nan Guzzetta will play the Brookhaven Cemetery parts of Mount’s mother, brothers Henry and ShepaWilliam Davis rd, his sister Ruth along (Art Billadello) with people who commisLumen Reed sioned paintings from him, (Michael tessler) including Lumen Reed, his Mary Wollsey Smith principal sponsor in New Muirson York. Reed would eventu(Kathleen Shannon) ally donate his collection of Shephard Alonzo Jones the artist’s paintings to the (George overin) New York Historical Society. Ruth Mount Seabury Rachel Holland Hart, (Karin Lynch) played by Bonnie Duvall, Shepard Alonzo Mount who is featured in Mount’s (tim Mcnamara) classic painting, “Eel SpearRachel Holland Hart ing at Setauket,” will also (Bonnie duvall) make an appearance. As a special treat, the tour will include a visit with members of the Setalcott Nation, Helen “Morningstar” Sells and Nellie Edwards, on the Village Green. Frank Turano, co-chair of the committee and Historical Society Trustee, wrote the script for this year’s event. According to Turano, the Spirits Tour serves as both an educational event for the community and a fundraiser for the Three Village Historical Society.

The event The cast

Photos by Heidi Sutton

top photos from right, a scene from last year’s Spirits tour; Bonnie duvall, far right, will reprise her role as Rachel Holland Hart who is featured in William Sidney Mount’s ‘eel Spearing in Setauket,’ left. Above, from right, Mount’s ‘Farmers nooning’ and William Sidney Mount’s grave at the Setauket Presbyterian Church Previous tours have explored themes such as the Culper Spy Ring and Service to Country and Community as well as featuring prominent families in the area such as the Strongs. The decision to celebrate William Sidney Mount this year was an easy one. “Mount is a significant artist from mid-19th century,” said Turano. “His work … leads into the Hudson River School … as a significant art movement. Long Island was used extensively by artists, both in [Mount’s] time and later times. We had all the big guns here at one point in the 19th century: the Moran Brothers, Winslow Homer, William Merritt Chase — they all followed Mount.” Aside from having been born here, Turano said one of Mount’s attractions to the area was the high quality of the light. “He often commented on the high clarity of the atmosphere and true colors.” “Mount painted the [local] community, the people he saw, the people he grew up with. The end result was that you have a good representation of the life of the people here,” said Turano, adding, “Mount also came from an enormously talented family. He was taught sign painting by his older brother Henry, his younger brother Shepard Alonzo was an unbelievable portrait painter and they were all musicians.” “Mount was a man for all seasons in the 19th century,” said Turano. Along with being very influential in the art world, with sponsors in New York, “he invented a violin named the Cradle of Harmony, which was designed to be louder than the typical fiddle of the day.” Turano said Mount’s paintings also give us good insight into the manner and dress of the people in Setauket in the early 1800s as a rural farming settlement. “How did the

common people dress? What did they look like? He’s a character bigger than the community and that’s why he’s the focal point here,” said Turano. Tours will leave from the Setauket Presbyterian Church, 5 Caroline Ave., Setauket every 15 minutes starting at 5 p.m. and last for approximately 1 1/2 to 2 hours. The last tour departs at 7:45 p.m. It is advised to dress warmly, wear comfortable shoes and bring a flashlight. Tickets in advance are $18 adults, $15 members; $10 children under 12, $8 members. Tickets on the night of the event are $25 adults, $20 members; $12 children under 12, $10 members. Copies of the Three Village Historical Society’s book, “William Sidney Mount: Family, Friends and Ideas” will be available for purchase for $3 on the night of the event. Rain date is Sunday, Oct. 23. To order tickets, call 631-751-3730 or visit www.tvhs.org. In conjunction with the tour, the Long Island Museum, 1200 Route 25A, Stony Brook will showcase its current exhibit in the Art Museum on the hill: “Drawn from Life: Objects and Stories from William Sidney Mount’s Paintings” and Mora’s Fine Wines will host a wine and spirit tasting event with hors d’ouevres at Madiran the Wine Bar, 209 Main St., E. Setauket on Oct. 22 from 1 to 4 p.m. Tickets for the wine tasting are $39.99. To order, please visit www.moraswines.com.

On the cover: the Setauket Presbyterian Cemetery will be one of three stops during the 2016 Spirits tour; ‘Self-Portrait,’ oil on canvas, 1832 by William Sidney Mount Cemetery photo by Susan Nolan