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Smokey Joe's Café raises the roof at the Engeman See review on page B13

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ASK THE VET

Breaking the ‘itch-lick’ cycle in dogs

BY MATTHEW KEARNS, DVM

“My dog keeps licking at one area. Why does she do it?!!!!” The answer is quite simple. However, the diagnosis and treatment is quite complicated (and often quite frustrating). The answer is something called an acral lick granuloma. Acral lick granulomas form when a dog repetitively licks at a spot (usually on one of the front legs) until a raised, inflamed, firm, hairless nodular growth on the skin. Breeds that are considered more at risk are Doberman Pinscher, Labrador Retriever, Golden Retriever, Great Dane, boxer, and Irish Setter. Acral lick granulomas are multi-factorial, meaning many factors cause this condition. Additionally, acral lick granulomas usually have a primary cause and secondary complications. Primary causes include allergies (most common), trauma to the area, arthritis, skin parasites, deep fungal infections, tumors and behavioral issues. Most veterinarians (including myself) will treat these conditions initially empirically. What this means is we will treat for the symptoms without investigating a cause. Treating empirically is a less expensive way (this keeps pet owners happy in my experience) to proceed and works in some cases. When it doesn’t, then a diagnostic workup is indicated (this does not keep pet owners happy in my experience). Testing includes X-rays, bloodwork, cultures, and biopsies. Diagnosis of allergies (both food and environmental) is very important to either rule in, or rule out as part of the workup. This can include

changing your dog’s diet, bloodwork, or even skin allergy testing. Treatment for acral lick granulomas includes management of both the itch/ pain, as well as the infection. Breaking the “itch-lick” cycle is very important. A combination of corticosteroids (cortisone derivatives) and antibiotics can be quite effective and is used initially by many veterinarians to see if they can resolve the problem without a large diagnostic workup. Topical medications can be quite effective if the patient does not lick it off. Some sort of covering like a sock or bandage (if the patient will not pull off or eat) or an Elizabethan collar to keep the patient from licking at the area is often used with medication to break the cycle. If a specific type of infection, whether it be fungal or bacterial, long-term antibiotics or antifungals may be needed. Also realize that even if your dog leaves the granuloma for long periods of time, flare ups are possible which requires treatment again. Acral lick granulomas have a unique behavioral component to them. Dogs that have lick granulomas many times have other compulsive disorders or separation anxiety. Medications such as tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs) and selected serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are used in conjunction with other medications to break the “itchlick” cycle in compulsive patients. If your veterinarian makes a diagnosis or tentative diagnosis of an acral lick granuloma be patient with your dog and your veterinarian. Dr. Kearns practices veterinary medicine from his Port Jefferson office and is pictured with his son Matthew and his dog Jasmine.

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Huntington Town Clerk Andrew Raia dares fearless residents and visitors to be his “ghost” for a Halloween fright when he opens All Hallow’s Month at the “Hauntington” Town Clerk’s Archives with a guided tour exploring Huntington’s haunted history throughout October. The educational event will kick off Archives Month on Friday, October 1 at 1:30 p.m. in the Town of Huntington Jo-Ann Raia Archives at Huntington Town Hall, 100 Main Street, Huntington and continue on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 1:30 to 4 p.m. except Monday, October 11, when Town Hall is closed in observance of Columbus Day. Visitors will enjoy live interpretations of stories taken out of the town's manuscript collection such as: — The Legend of Peace and Plenty Inn, and the ghost of Asa Chichester. — Nathan Hale, who was executed by the British in 1776. — Charles Kelsey, tarred and feathered in 1872. — Richard Latting, who was expelled from the Town for turbulent behavior and went on to purchase land on what is now the hamlet of Lattingtown. — Jacob Conklin, who sailed with pirate Captain Kidd in 1690’s. Conklin

was later chosen Town Supervisor on May 7, 1728 and Suffolk County Sheriff in 1734. The area outside the Archives vault will be transformed to resemble the interior of the Peace and Plenty Inn’s main gathering room. The Archives vault will be transformed into a mausoleum, ornate with gravestones and flameless candle lights. Town employees will take turns portraying the characters described and the manuscripts associated with the stories will be on display. Visitors will also have a chance to review the Town Clerk’s current exhibit, “Farming in Huntington,” and see the manuscript collection housed in the repository. The Town Board ceremoniously renamed the Town of Huntington the Town of Hauntington for Halloween in 2018, 2019, and 2020, after 7-yearold Angelica Dee Cunningham wrote a letter to Supervisor Chad A. Lupinacci suggesting the new tradition. A similar resolution will be introduced at the October 13, 2021 Town Board meeting. For more information, contact Town Clerk Andrew Raia at 631-351-3216 or the Archivist, Antonia Mattheou, 631-351-3035 or email: amattheou@ huntingtonNY.gov.

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Paint Port Pink lights up in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month

aint Port Pink, Mather Hospital’s annual month-long breast cancer awareness community outreach, kicks off on Oct. 1 with a lighting of pink lights by community partners in Port Jefferson, Port Jefferson Station and the surrounding communities. Lamp posts along main street in Port Jefferson will be lit up with pink lights, as will the Theatre Three marquee and many store windows. Paint Port Pink’s goal is to raise awareness about breast cancer and the importance of early detection, encourage annual mammograms and bring the community together to help fight this disease. One in eight women will develop breast cancer during their lifetime. In 2021, an estimated 281,550 new cases of invasive breast cancer are expected to be diagnosed in women in the U.S., along with 49,290 new cases of non-invasive (in situ) breast cancer. About 2,650 new cases of invasive breast cancer are expected to be diagnosed in men in 2021. As of January 2021, there are more than 3.8 million women with a history of breast cancer in the U.S. This includes women currently being treated and women who have finished treatment. Mather Hospital’s HealthyU webinar series will present two free educational programs — The Role of Genetics in Breast Cancer on Tuesday, Oct. 5, and Common Breast Cancer Myths and Screening Options on Tuesday Oct. 12. Both webinars begin at noon. Register for these webinars at matherhospital.org/healthyu. Oct. 15 is Wear Pink Day, and everyone is encouraged to dress themselves — and their pets — in pink and post their photos on social media with #paintportpink. Then send those photos to matherhospital@ northwell.edu and they will be included in a collage on the hospital’s Facebook page. The popular Pink Your Pumpkin Contest returns this October. Get creative and post photos of “pinked” pumpkins on social media with #paintportpink. Send those photos to matherhospital@northwell.edu by Oct. 25 for the contest. The winner will be chosen Oct. 26 and will receive a $100 gift card. Paint Port Pink community sponsors will again be offering special promotions to raise money for the Fortunato Breast Health Center’s Fund for Uninsured. Redefine Fitness, 5507 Nesconset Hwy #2, Mt Sinai, will host a fitness class on Oct. 24, from 10 to 11 a.m., for $20 per person. Month long promotions include Fedora Lounge (404 Main St, Port Jefferson) offering pink hair extensions — $15 for

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HELPING YOU NAVIGATE TO OPTIMAL HEALTH

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MEDICAL COMPASS

Addressing adult eczema

Fracture risk is not linked to steroid use

Eczema is a common skin condition in both children and adults. It’s estimated that over seven percent of the U.S. adult population is afflicted (1), with twice as many females as males affected (2). Ranging in severity from mild to moderate to severe, adults tend to have moderate to severe eczema. The causes of eczema are unknown, but it is thought that nature and nurture are both at play (3). Essentially, it is a chronic inflammatory process that involves symptoms of itching, pain, rashes and redness (4). While there is no cure, treatments for eczema run the gamut from over-the- BY DAVID DUNAIEF, MD counter creams and lotions to prescription steroid creams to oral steroids and injectable biologics. Some use phototherapy for severe cases, but the research on its effectiveness is scant. Antihistamines are sometimes used to treat the itchiness. Interestingly, lifestyle modifications, specifically diet, may play an important role. Two separate studies have shown an association between eczema and fracture risk, which we will investigate further. Let’s look at the evidence.

Not just skin deep

Do supplements help?

There are two well-known supplements for helping to reduce inflammation, evening primrose oil and borage oil. Are these supplements a good replacement for – or addition to – medications? The research is really mixed, leaning toward ineffective – and with some concerns. In a meta-analysis of seven randomized controlled trials, evening primrose oil was no better than placebo in treating eczema (7). The researchers also looked at eight studies of borage oil and found there was no difference from placebo in terms of symptom relief. While these supplements only had minor side effects in the study, they can interact with other medications. For example, evening primrose oil in combination with aspirin can cause clotting problems (8). But don’t look to supplements for significant help.

Injectable solutions

Dupilumab is a biologic monoclonal antibody (9). In trials, this injectable drug showed good results, improving outcomes for moderate to severe eczema sufferers when topical steroids alone were not effective. Like any drug therapy, it does have side effects.

Topical probiotics

There are also potentially topical probiotics that could help with atopic dermatitis. In preliminary in-vitro (in a test tube) studies, the results look intriguing and show that topical probiotics from the human microbiome (gut) could potentially work as well as steroids (10). Currently, additional trials are underway in children with the atopic dermatitis form of eczema (11). This may be part of the road to treatments of the future. However, this is in very early stage of development.

Dietary possibilities

In a Japanese study involving over 700 pregnant women and their offspring, results showed that when the women ate either a diet high in green and yellow vegetables, beta carotene or citrus fruit there was a significant reduction in the risk of the child

A vegetable-rich diet may help clear up eczema. Stock photo

having eczema of 59 percent, 48 percent and 47 percent, respectively, when comparing highest to lowest consumption quartiles (12). Elimination diets may also play a role. One study’s results showed when eggs were removed from the diet in those who were allergic, according to IgE testing, eczema improved significantly (13). From an anecdotal perspective, I have seen very good results when treating patients who have eczema with dietary changes. My patient population includes about 15 to 20 percent of patients who suffer some level of eczema. For example, a young adult had eczema mostly on the extremities. When I first met the patient, these were angry, excoriated, erythematous and scratched lesions. However, after several months of a vegetable-rich diet, the patient’s skin had all but cleared. Eczema exists on a spectrum from annoying to significantly affecting a patient’s quality of life (14). Supplements may not be the solution, at least not borage oil or evening primrose oil. However, there may be promising topical probiotics ahead and medications for the hard to treat. It might be best to avoid long-term systemic steroid use, because of the long-term side effects. Lifestyle modifications appear to be very effective, at least at the anecdotal level.

References:

(1) J Inv Dermatol. 2017;137(1):26-30. (2) BMC Dermatol. 2013;13(14). (3) Acta Derm Venereol (Stockh) 1985;117 (Suppl.):1-59. (4) uptodate. com. (5) JAMA Dermatol. 2015;151(1):33-41. (6) J Allergy Clin Immunol Pract. 2021 Sep 24;S22132198(21)01018-7. (7) Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2013;4:CD004416. (8) mayoclinic.org (9) Medscape. com. (10) ACAAI 2014: Abstracts P328 and P329. (11) nih.gov. (12) Allergy. 2010 Jun 1;65(6):758-765. (13) J Am Acad Dermatol. 2004;50(3):391-404. (14) Contact Dermatitis 2008; 59:43-47. Dr. David Dunaief is a speaker, author and local lifestyle medicine physician focusing on the integration of medicine, nutrition, fitness and stress management. For further information, visit www.medicalcompassmd.com.

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Eczema may be related to broken bones, according to several studies. For example, one observational study of 34,500 patients showed that those with eczema had a 44 percent increased risk of injury causing limitation and an even more disturbing 67 percent risk of bone fracture and bone or joint injury for those 30 years and older (5). And if you have both fatigue or insomnia and eczema, you are at higher risk for bone or joint injury than having one or the other alone. The researchers postulated that the use of corticosteroids in treatment could be one reason for increased fracture risk, in addition to chronic inflammation, which may also contribute to the risk of bone loss. Steroids may weaken bone, ligaments and tendons and may cause osteoporosis by decreasing bone mineral density.

A recently published study of over 500,000 patients tested this theory and found that the association between major osteoporotic fractures and atopic eczema remained, even after adjusting for a range of histories with oral corticosteroids (6). Also, fracture rates were higher in those with severe atopic eczema. For those who have eczema, it may be wise to have a DEXA (bone) scan.

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BUSINESS NEWS

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Give Kids Hope opens in Port Jefferson

The Port Jefferson Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting for Give Kids Hope, Inc. on Thursday, Sept. 23. The new thrift store, located at 1506 Main Street in Port Jefferson, is an endeavor by owner Melissa Paulson (center holding scissors) to bring more resources to people struggling within the community. The celebration was attended by Port Jefferson Mayor Margot Garant, Village Trustee Bruce Miller, Deputy Mayor Kathianne Snaden; members of the chamber including President Mary Jo Pipe, 1st President Stuart Vincent and Director Douglas Quattrock; friends and family. Created as a nonprofit to help provides assistance to less fortunate children and families on LongIsland, the storefront features housewares, antiques, furniture, etcc. with a food pantry in the back of the store. "We are so thankful for the warm welcome we received from our village," said Paulson. "[And a] huge thank you to my amazing volunteers who have donated countless days and hours to make our mission possible. The love and generosity we receive from our donors and supporters is incredible. We are truly blessed beyond words." The thrift store is currently open Mondays through Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more information, please call 631-538-5287.

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The housing market may be cooling slightly as temperatures dip, but it’s still the time to sell. Odeta Kushi, First American Financial Corporation’s deputy chief economist, recently commented on the current housing market. “We are seeing some signs of softening in the housing market, but context is important here … We’re still very much in a sellers’ market, but we are seeing some early signs of softening.” Earlier in the year, the real estate market saw record-low inventory which meant homes were selling for more than they would have been just a couple of years ago. Over the last few months, inventory has grown slowly, and there are fewer buyers out there. Data from the real estate technology firm OJO Labs confirms that the housing market continues to be competitive. The firm’s data shows that 49.6% of homes sold for more than the initial list price in July. In July 2020, it was 26.8%. One of the most important things to know in the housing market is the definition of “months supply.” The term means the

Many experts have said sales were slowing down because of a lack of supply. The strong demand is still there, and lately there has been an increase in listings. However, more homes on the market are still needed. Danielle Hale, chief economist for realtor. com, has said, “If these changing inventory dynamics continue, we could see a wave of real estate activity heading into the latter part of the year.” For the fall, experts are expecting a busy season. More sellers are putting their homes on the market which is something we normally see in the spring.

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Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell and Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen appeared before a Senate panel Tuesday, Sept. 28. They testified in a hearing about economic recovery. The overall economy, which has shown signs of slowing, affects the real estate market, and we’ll talk more about this in next month’s column.

Takeaway

When deciding on selling or buying a home, timing is everything, and trends and staying on top of financial news can help you make the right decision for you and your family. I’ll be keeping on top of the trends and financial news for you. So … let’s talk. Michael Ardolino is the Founder/OwnerBroker of Realty Connect USA.

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MOVIE REVIEW

Horoscopes of the week

Dear Evan Hansen

Film adaptation celebrates the essence of an unforgettable musical

BY JEFFREY SANZEL

stage persona for the screen, finding depth Lillian Hellman’s The Children’s Hour was and subtlety, with his voice soaring from first touted as a play exploring “the power of a lie.” to last. Platt’s Hansen is a gift, and a reminder The same could be said of Dear Evan Hansen, of the countless stage performances lost the Broadway musical that opened in 2016 to Hollywood productions featuring bigger and had played over 1,300 performances names of far lesser skill. Levenson has fashioned a smart and before the shutdown. It returns to its home effective screenplay, opening it up just at the Music Box on December 11. Evan Hansen is a high school senior with enough but maintaining the stage version’s social anxiety. His therapist has assigned him intimacy and integrity. Steven Chbosky’s to write self-encouraging letters (thus the direction ably captures Evan’s isolation, title). The school outcast, Connor Murphy, especially in the opening “Waving Through steals one. When Connor commits suicide, a Window,” but there is a sense of repetition the letter is found in his pocket. The boy’s in the endless panning shots. In addition, family finds solace in the idea that he had a Chbosky and Levenson rely a bit too heavily close friend in Evan. Instead of explaining on quickly inserted fantasy shots that the mistake, out of a mix of sympathy, don’t quite land. But, overall, they have sensitivity, and fear, Evan goes along with the transformed the musical into a satisfying cinematic experience, and misunderstanding. However, the expanded ending is the situation becomes a bigger Platt’s Hansen is a richer and more fulfilling issue when Connor’s memory gift, and a reminder than the original. becomes a cause. And while The driving force in his intentions are initially of the countless stage the musical was the score, good, the lie ultimately performances lost to a unique and melodious becomes destructive. Benj Pasek, who wrote the Hollywood productions contemporary Broadway score with Justin Paul, based featuring bigger names sound. Four songs have been cut for the film, so the idea on an incident that Platt now carries about occurred in his Philadelphia of far lesser skill. eighty percent of the high school. Collaborating with book writer Steven Levenson, they music. The elimination of “Does Anybody created a smash hit that received critical Have a Map?” clearly emphasizes Evan’s accolades and garnered dozens of awards. Its journey, which somehow marginalizes the six Tony’s included Best Musical, Best Book families (or at least the adult singers). And of a Musical, Best Original Score, and Best while there is logic to the change, the choice Actor in a Musical for Ben Platt’s star turn as is a loss of a perfect song and establishing the story’s larger world. the titular character. One of the early highlights is the cleverly Platt is the sole member of the stage company to recreate a role in the screen realized “Sincerely Me.” Evan recruits a version. Much has been said (predominantly family friend, Jared (the hilariously online) about Platt being too old to play Evan, deadpan Nik Dodani), to create fake but this is unfounded carping. His portrayal backdated emails to show Evan’s friendship of the tormented teen is nothing short of with Connor (Colton Ryan, who shows devastating. He has skillfully adapted his great range and dimension). Platt makes

every song work, but none as indelibly as his confession to Connor’s family in the devastating “Word’s Fail.” Amy Adams and Danny Pino are honest and raw as Connor’s parents. Kaitlyn Dever is both believable and heartbreaking as Connor’s sister, Zoe, the object of Evan’s affections. The family’s “Requiem” trio shows their distance and struggle. Dever and Platt’s duet “Only Us” genuinely captures their unlikely burgeoning romance. Julianne Moore is fully present as Evan’s mostly absent mother. But her vocal skills are limited, and while there is an adjustment in her one number (“So Big/So Small”), the tentative vocal quality doesn’t fully suit the strength of the character. The creators have expanded and softened the role of Alana Beck (Amandla Stenberg), the overachiever who heads up the Connor Project. In the play, there is a mercenary quality to Alana. Here, she is given a revelation of her issues with anxiety and depression, somehow diluting Evan’s isolation. Stenberg stunningly presents a new number—“The Anonymous Ones”— but there is something generic about both its sound and sentiment. There is a general underplaying of the social media aspect that was hyperpresent in the stage production. Film is an opportunity to explore cyberspace in a big (or even bigger) way. Instead, the creators opted for two brilliant, pivotal moments: the beautifully realized anthem “You Will Be Found” and later the online posting of the “Dear Evan Hansen” letter. However, there is a strange—and inaccurate—absence of cell phone use among the students. But in the end, all are minor cavils. Dear Evan Hansen is a powerful, emotional, and, ultimately, important adaptation, celebrating the essence of a unique and unforgettable musical.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 This is a great week to bring your mind into focus and set a firm plan for the next several months, Libra. Now is the time to make an important decision. SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, if your emotions suddenly seem more intense, you may need to change your social circle and find one that aligns better with your point of view. SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Strong forces may be working against you, Sagittarius. But you won’t let them derail your plans. Stay the course and things will work out just fine. CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, keep conversations light and away from any controversial topics as you meet new people in the days ahead. Let them take the lead in conversation. AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 There is a great deal of opportunity and potential to follow through on some major projects this week, Aquarius. It’s up to you whether you’re looking for work or fun. PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, this may be an eventful week marked by some disruptions to your normal routine. Stay calm in the face of conflict. ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, this week will challenge your flexibility. It’s possible you will have to change plans on the fly to accommodate developments at work or at home. TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, rather than trying to figure out why everyone is acting as they are, accept things and go with the flow. You will be much happier for it. GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 You are capable of dealing with intense emotional energy most of the time, Gemini. So when someone needs a friend to confide in, you are the right person for the job. CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, normally you are an easygoing person. But something this week has you rattled and you may be all fired up about it. Redirect that energy to some projects around the house. LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, try to stay away from conflict this week; otherwise, you may be pulled in one direction or another. It is important to remain neutral, especially at work. VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, don’t worry too much about what other people consider to be right and wrong. Stick to your ideals and you won’t be guided off course. You will find someone in your corner.

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Following the success of its curated group exhibition, Local Color, Gallery North in Setauket now shifts gears to present the work of contemporary photographer and tribal member of the Shinnecock Indian Nation, Jeremy Dennis, in an exhibit titled Moving Through Land. The show will be on view from Sept. 30 to Nov. 7. Moving Through Land is Jeremy Dennis’ first solo exhibition at Gallery North and features a selection of photographs that highlight the artist’s use of cinematic imagery and examines indigenous identity within the artist’s community, the Shinnecock Indian Nation in Southampton. The exhibit will consist of photographs from four of Dennis’ recent series — Rise, On This Site - Indigenous Long Island, Nothing Happened Here, and the Shinnecock Portrait Project. Together, the imagery of these four series explores and unsettles post-colonial narratives at play in film and media, unambiguously targeting damaging stereotypes such as the ‘noble savage.’ "As racial divisions and tensions reach a nationwide fever pitch, it’s more important to me than ever to offer a complex and compelling representation of indigenous people. I like making use of the cinema’s tools, the same ones directors have always turned against us…, to create conversations about uncomfortable aspects of postcolonialism,” said Dennis. Ned Puchner, Executive Director at Gallery North, is excited to unveil the exhibit to the public. "Moving Through Land features dramatic photographs that are both beautiful and compelling. We are thrilled to

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present Jeremy Dennis’ photographs to our community as a way to explore common notions of indigenous identity and bring attention to the resilience of the Shinnecock Indian Nation and their ongoing struggles of maintaining autonomy," he said. Gallery North, 90 North Country Road, Setauket will host an opening reception for Moving Through Land: Recent Work by Jeremy Dennis on Saturday, Oct. 2, from 5 to 7 pm. The artist will also lead a Photowalk on Monday, Oct. 11 at 3 p.m. that will begin at Gallery North. This exhibition is generously sponsored by Nancy Goroff, Suffolk County Department of Economic Development and Planning, and Dime Bank. For more information, call 631- 751-2676 or visit www.gallerynorth.org.

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Smokey Joe's Café sizzles at the Engeman in Northport

BY BARBARA ANNE KIRSHNER

Ladies and Gentlemen, Please take your seats and grasp on to your armrests. You’re about to be part of a musical experience! Oh, and You WILL get the urge to jump up, sing and dance. GO for it! You have just entered SMOKEY JOE’S CAFÉ!!

n September 16, the lights came up once again on the Main Stage at the Engeman Theater since they were shuttered last March and there’s no better way to premier their 14th season of bringing professional theatre to Long Island audiences than with the Grammy Award winning and Tony nominated hit, Smokey Joe’s Café. This exceptional revue holds a special place at the Engeman since it was the very first show produced on their stage back in 2007. The second the theater's red curtains sweep open, we are catapulted into a dazzling world that is Broadway’s longest running musical review. This fast-paced show brims with 40 high powered hits by the prolific songwriting team of Jerry Tasheim Ramsey Pack, center, leads the cast in a rendition of 'Love Potion #9.' Photo by Christine Carrion/Engeman Theater Leiber and Mike Stoller who wrote for icons like Elvis Presley, Ben E. King, The Coasters Ken, Tasheim Ramsey Pack as Adrian, her gorgeous belting voice in Some Cats instrumental solos add excitement to some and The Drifters. The show is over in a Christopher Brasfield as Victor, Brian Know. Equipped with nothing more than numbers. Joel Levy’s saxophone fires up blink of an eye and at the end all you want Maurice Kinnard a Fred and Jeff Sullivan a simple staged chair acting as her partner, Spanish Harlem while Darnell White’s as Michael) with smooth dancing and this visual is reminiscent of a Bob Fosse keyboard joins in the fun with Charlie is an encore. Brown and Baby, That is Rock & Roll is Chicago routine. Since this is a musical revue it is devoid powerful harmonies. Brasfield is a uniquely talented force infused with Ray Sabatello’s spirited guitar In Dance With Me, B.J. (Elizabeth Yetunde of dialogue, but the songs create little vignettes. It takes a talented ensemble to Adabale) wraps the lyrics around her BIG with his comical whiskey guzzling D.W. riffs and Russell Brown’s cool bass. This is theatre at its best dropped right in tell stories through song and that’s exactly leather voice that sends chills. Adabale Washburn, to his impressive falsetto that what Deidre Goodwin has accomplished captivates each time she takes center stage. blasts into the stratosphere in his heart the middle of Northport. From the moment you enter the Engeman, you are awed by the As Pattie, Francesca Ferrari, in I Keep wrenching I (Who Have Nothing). with her directorial choices, stunning A battle of the sexes ensues when the attention to detail from its well-appointed Forgettin’ and Pearl’s a Singer choreography and perfect The songs never shows off her formidable female ensemble gives a scorching rendition lobby to its stadium style seating. It is as if casting. Goodwin has placed vocal dexterity capable of of I’m a Woman that reads like a spiked heal you have been lifted by a tornado of Oz-like the audience in the hands quit and the fivefilling the house with her smashing down on the men’s lascivious turn proportion and dropped right in the middle of these dynamic entertainers piece band keeps of Broadway. That sensation continues all high notes that fall into a at Little Egypt. who ignite the house. Scenic designer David Goldstein through this spectacular show until you Soon the audience becomes the energy flowing. gravelly blues sound that almost resurrects Janis Joplin. has given each song its own setting by step back outside only to realize you are a venerable character taking DeLee, Alysha Morgan, in Teach Me constructing a raised platform, stairs on one indeed on bucolic Main Street. part in the show by punctuating the end Join the celebratory reopening of theatre of every song with enthusiastic cheers and How to Shimmy, stops the show with her side and spiral staircase on the other against applause. Audience response culminates incredible dance made even more exciting an abstract backdrop of city windows that at the Engeman with a show that is packed with an explosive standing ovation at by costume designer David Withrow’s are enhanced by John Burkland’s lighting with hit songs, slick dance numbers and a the curtain call. The one reprised song, sparkling silver fringe mini dress, just one design which morphs into a variety of first-rate cast. This is truly a feast for the Neighborhood, performed eloquently by the in his array of striking showpiece costumes colors from pinks to blues to whites to mind and the soul. The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main yellows behind the windowpanes signifying entire company, serves to connect the songs that permit ease of movement. Mars Storm Rucker as Brenda draped in mood changes. An outstanding touch is St., Northport presents Smokey Joe's Cafe creating a scrapbook feel. There are so many captivating moments Winthrow’s black gown replete with a mile the strings of vertical white lights that through Oct. 31. Tickets are $75 per person and include free valet parking. For more long train, is sultry and seductive as she exhilarate and define On Broadway. in this show. 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Spaghetti squash is not spaghetti

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BY BARBARA BELTRAMI

Spaghetti squash is that pale yellow oval variety that takes its name from its textured flesh that very much resembles spaghetti. It is delicious with all sorts of sauces and seasonings, but spaghetti it is not. It’s an acceptable substitute for those who are carb or calorie conscious, but I repeat, it is not spaghetti. All that being said, I enjoy cooking and eating it and have found and tweaked some interesting recipes that take it to a couple of ethnic facsimiles. Spaghetti Squash Carbonara, Spaghetti Squash Sauerkraut with Kielbasa, and Spaghetti Squash Chili are particularly tasty. Nothing but spaghetti is spaghetti but spaghetti squash is still a very nice veggie.

Spaghetti Squash Carbonara YIELD: Makes 4 servings INGREDIENTS: • 2 large spaghetti squash, 2 1/2 to 3 pounds each • 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese • 1 large egg • Coarse salt to taste and a generous amount of freshly ground pepper • 6 ounces pancetta, finely chopped • 1 garlic clove, minced • Pinch crushed hot red pepper flakes • 1/2 cup heavy cream • 1/3 cup chopped fresh flat leaf parsley DIRECTIONS:

Cut squash in half lengthwise. With a sharp spoon, scrape out the seeds and discard. Cover halves tightly with plastic wrap and microwave on high until flesh is very tender, then using a fork, scrape the spaghetti-like strands of flesh into a bowl. Meanwhile in a medium bowl mix together the grated cheese, egg, salt and pepper. In a large skillet over medium high heat, cook the pancetta until slightly brown, about 5 minutes; add garlic and red pepper flakes and cook just until garlic release its aroma, about 30 to 45 seconds. Stir in cream, bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium and stir in squash strands. Add cheese mixture and gently toss with squash mixture. Transfer to bowl, sprinkle with parsley and serve hot or warm with an arugula salad.

Run a fork around the perimeter of the cooked spaghetti squash to release the strands. Photo from Pixabay Spaghetti Squash Sauerkraut with Kielbasa • 2 tablespoons chili powder • 2 teaspoons ground cumin YIELD: Makes 4 servings • 1 teaspoon ground coriander INGREDIENTS: • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano • 1 large spaghetti squash (about 2 1/2 -3 • 1/2 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes pounds), halved lengthwise and seeded • Salt and freshly ground black pepper • 2 large eggs, well beaten • One 28-ounce can diced tomatoes • 1 1/3 cups sauerkraut, squeezed dry and • One 14-ounce can red kidney beans, rinsed chopped and drained • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste • 1 cup shredded Manchego cheese • 1 1/4 cups seeded rye bread crumbs • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro • 4 kielbasa sausages, cooked and sliced as • 1/2 cup sour cream desired DIRECTIONS: • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil Cover cut side of squash with plastic wrap • 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese DIRECTIONS:

Place squash cut side down, uncovered, in a microwave safe dish with 1/4 cup water and cook on high until flesh is tender, about 10 minutes. Meanwhile in a large bowl combine eggs, sauerkraut, salt and pepper, bread crumbs, and kielbasa slices. When squash is cool enough to handle use a sharp spoon to scrape the flesh into the bowl with the sauerkraut mixture. Position rack in upper third of oven; preheat broiler. Place an ovenproof skillet over medium high heat to warm the oil; turn squash mixture in skillet and spread evenly; reduce heat to medium and cook without stirring until bottom is golden. Sprinkle with cheese and broil until top is golden, about 5 minutes. Serve with hash browned potatoes.

Spaghetti Squash Chili YIELD: Makes 4 servings INGREDIENTS: • 1 large spaghetti squash, about 2 1/2 to 3 pounds, halved lengthwise, seeds scraped out and discarded • 1 medium onion, diced • 1/4 cup vegetable oil • 2 garlic cloves, chopped • 1 pound ground beef • 2 tablespoons tomato paste

and microwave on high setting until soft, about 10 to 12 minutes. With fork, scrape into strands. Remove half of onion, place in cold water and cover tightly. Heat oil in large saucepan over medium heat; add remaining onion and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally until soft, about 3 minutes. Add beef, tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, coriander, oregano, pepper flakes and salt and pepper. Cook stirring occasionally until meat is brown, about 6 to 8 minutes. Add tomatoes with their juice and about 3/4 cup water to mixture, raise heat to high and bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium low, add beans and cook until mixture is slightly thickened, about 20 minutes. Transfer chili to bowl, top with spaghetti squash, drained remaining onion, cheese, cilantro and sour cream. Serve hot or warm with tortilla chips.

Photo from Emma Clark Library

As part of The Great Give Back, a Suffolk Cooperative Library System initiative to provide opportunities for library patrons to participate in meaningful, service-oriented activities, Emma S. Clark Memorial Library, 120 Main St., Setauket will hold a Pet Food Drive from Sept. 27 to Oct. 16. They will be collecting new, unopened pet food (both canned and dry) in the Library lobby. All are welcome to donate (residents or nonresidents) during library hours. For more information, call 631-941-4080.

Pop-Up Shopping event

The Reboli Center foe Art & History, 64 Main St., Stony Brook hosts a Sweet Smile Candle Co. pop-Up shopping event on Saturday, Oct. 2 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. These 100% soy candles are handmade locally in Setauket. Free gift wrapping available upon request. No reservations are required to attend this event. For more info, call 631-751-7707.

Flu Shot Clinic

It's that time of year again. Get your flu shot at Comsewogue Public Library, 170 Terryville Road, Port Jefferson Station on Tuesday, Oct. 5 between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Bring a copy of your ID and your insurance card. Open to ages 18 and older. For more information, call 631-928-1212, option #3.

Yoga Under the Stars

Pinelawn Memorial Park and Arboretum, 2030 Wellwood Ave., West Gate 3, Farmingdale is hosting a free Yoga Under the Stars on Friday, Oct.1, from 6 to 7 p.m. Check in is at 5:30 p.m. Pop Up Prana Yoga’s Jennifer Eagen, who will lead guests in an open level yoga practice and meditation. Come unwind after a stressful week. To RSVP, visit www. popuppranayoga.com.

Calling all artists and musicians

The Northport Arts Coalition seeks artists and musicians for its annual ArtWalk throughout the Village of Northport on Sunday, Oct. 17 from 1 to 5 p.m. Artists in this juried event exhibit and sell their work in shops and offices, while musicians serenade visitors from plazas and in stores. For more information, visit www. northportarts.org/northport-artwalk.

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Ongoing

Cruise Nights at The Shoppes

Cruise Nights are back at The Shoppes at East Wind, 5768 Route 25A, Wading River tonight from 5 to 9 p.m. and every Wednesday through Oct. 27. Car enthusiasts from across Long Island will display their classic and coveted automobiles in The Shoppes parking lot. Free. Call 929-3500 or visit www.EastWindLongIsland.com.

Times ... and dates

Sept. 30 to Oct. 7, 2021

Estate Walk & Talk

‘Seasons of Change ...’

Migration has begun! Join Four Harbors Audubon Society at Frank Melville Memorial Park’s Stone Bridge to witness the exciting annual migration of the most beloved members of the nightjar family — the common nighthawk — every night through Oct. 6 from 5:30 p.m. The park is located at 1 Old Field Road, Setauket. For more information, email fourharborsheron@ gmail.com.

The Cinema Art Centre presents an outdoor screening of the independent farming documentary ‘Seasons of Change on Henry’s Farm’ at 7 p.m. at Fink’s Country Farm, 6242 Middle Country Road in Wading River. Come early for a petting zoo, hay rides, a corn maze, pumpkin picking, food and refreshments, and stay after the screening for a discussion with a panel of experts. Attendees are encourage to RSVP by visiting www.cinemaartscentre.org.

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Saturday 2

Lunch and Learn

Join author Kerriann Flanagan Brosky at the Country House Restaurant, 1175 North Country Road, Stony Brook for a Lunch and Learn program beginning at 12:30 pm. Brosky will be joined by the proprietor of the Country House, Bob Willemstyn, as they recount their experiences with the spirits and the strange happenings of the restaurant. $45 per person, includes signed book, program and appetizer luncheon, plus tax and gratuity. Beverages are additional. To register, call 751-3332.

A psychic evening

The Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum’s Reichert Planetarium, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport welcomes Grace Grella, * All numbers are in (631) area code unless otherwise noted.

Heritage Park, Mt. Sinai celebrates fall with its Fall into Fun Carnival on today from 6 to 11 p.m. (fireworks), Oct. 2 from noon to 11 p.m. and Oct. 3 from noon to 7 p.m. Enjoy rides, games and food in a beautiful park. Free admission and parking. Order tickets for rides at www.newtonshows.com. For more information, call 509-0882. The Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport presents JOYRIDE in concert from 7 to 10 p.m. The concert is the collaboration of 7 accomplished musicians from diverse musical backgrounds with one common goal: to recreate the experience of a Dave Matthews Band live show, complete with a violin and horn section. If you’ve ever seen DMB live, you know it is a musical journey filled with tight musicianship, extended jams, and fun! Held rain or shine. Bring seating and a picnic. Tickets are $40 per person at www.vanderbiltmuseum.org.

Nighthawk Watch

Test your wits in a fun virtual setting with diverse questions about music, history, pop culture, science, and of course the sea as the Whaling Museum of Cold Spring Harbor hosts a Night of Trivia at 7 p.m. This month's questions will be a class act and inspired by back-to-school themes. Free, $10 suggested donation appreciated. Register by visiting www.cshwhalingmuseum.org.

Fall into Fun Carnival

JOYRIDE in concert

Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport hosts an Estate Walk & Talk today, Friday and Saturday at noon and again at 1 p.m. through midOctober. Join a museum educator for a walking tour of the Vanderbilt estate and gardens and learn about architectural details and William Vanderbilt’s passion for travel, marine biology, and car racing. Tickets, which include general admission, are $16 adults, $15 seniors and students, and $13 children under 12. Call 854-5579 or visit www.vanderbiltmuseum.org.

September Trivia Night

Guests will learn fun facts like what it means to turn a flag upside down and how to properly dispose of a flag. Free. Visit www.tvhs.org.

Fall into Fun Carnival See Oct. 1 listing.

Native Plant Sale

FALL INTO FUN Ride Pharaoh’s Fury at Mount Sinai’s Heritage Park annual Fall Carnival from Oct. 1 to 3. File photo by Giselle Barkley

nationally acclaimed psychic and host of The Grace Grella Show on NSTV, who will give audience members “messages from above: from 7 to 9 p.m. The evening includes a one-hour show, and one hour of Zodiac forecasting for 2021. Grace will do audience-style readings for entertainment only. Attendance does not guarantee a reading. Nonrefundable tickets are $35 nonmembers, $45 at the door, $25 members at www.vanderbiltmuseum.org.

Friday 1

TVHS hosts Flag Demonstration

The Three Village Historical Society, 93 North Country Road, Setauket will lead a fun, family friendly interactive presentation of the United States Flag Code at 5 p.m. as part of the final day of the Three Village Farmers Market. Led by Holly Brainard, learn why the flag is important and how to properly handle a flag.

Native shrubs and herbaceous perennials that are valuable for pollinators and in a birdfriendly habitat will be for sale at the Four Harbors Audubon Society Fall Plant Sale. The event will be held at the Safina Center, 80 North Country Road, East Setauket. 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. FHAS members only, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. open to the general public. For more information, call 675-1803 or visit www.4has.org.

Outdoor Thrift Market

Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 Eckernkamp Drive, Smithtown hosts an Outdoor Thrift Market on Saturday, Oct. 2 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Come shop for lots of treasures! Proceeds will benefit the center’s rescued and injured wildlife. Questions? Call Joe at 631901-5911.

Classic Car Show

Mother Teresa Council of the Knights of Columbus will present a Classic Car Show in the St. James R.C. Church parking lot, 429 Route 25A, East Setauket from 10 a.m.

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t it meansto 3 p.m. featuring all years cars and trucks. o properly$5 donation for spectators, children under hs.org. 12 free. Rain date is Oct. 9. Proceeds will support Council youth & other charities. For more information, call 675-0738. fall with from 6 toFall Festival oon to 11Sachem Public Library, 150 Holbrook Road, m. EnjoyHolbrook will host its annual Fall Festival iful park.from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Enjoy handmade er ticketscraft vendors, a petting zoo, live music, food com. Fortrucks and more. Call 588-5024.

Apple Festival

Join the members of the Stony Brook Museum,Community Church, 216 Christian Ave., presentsStony Brook for their fall Apple Festival, p.m. The2021 version, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. This omplishedfree event will include live entertainment, ckgroundsinflatables, craft vendors and more. Come reate thesee a demonstration of an old- fashioned Band liveapple press where cider was once made. n section.Homemade apple pies, bake table, barbeque now it is alunch, and garden mart. Rain date is Oct. 3. icianship,Call 751-0574. or shine. Craft Fair & Raffle re $40 per The Church of the Good Shepherd, 1370 rg. Grundy Avenue, Holbrook will be having an outdoor Craft Fair & Raffle today from noon n outdoorto 6 p.m. and Oct. 3 from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. farmingThe event will feature holiday décor & crafts, n Henry’sfood and baked goods for sale. More than 35 ry Farm,baskets including a brand new laptop, lottery ng River.tickets and $500 will be raffled off on Sunday ay rides,at the close of the Fair. Call 588-7689. food and Fall Harvest Festival screening Bethel Hobbs Community Farm, 178 Oxhead experts. Road, Centereach will hold a Fall Harvest y visiting Festival from noon to 5 p.m. Enjoy country line dancing with Skip & The Country Rhythms Team, tractor rides, games & races, bouncy houses, vendors, food trucks, raffles, popcorn, cotton candy and farm stand. Fun for the whole family. Free admission. Rain date is Oct. 3. Call 774-1556 or visit www.hobbsfarm.info.

Farmingville Street Fair from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. featuring vendors, live music, classic cars, bounce structures, beer garden, food, and more providing an all around great time for the entire family to enjoy. The event will be held on Portion Road between Leeds Boulevard and South Howell Avenue. Free admission. Call 317-1738.

St. James Day

It’s back! The St. James Chamber of Commerce presents St. James Day along Lake Avenue in St. James (between Woodlawn and Railroad Avenues) from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Enjoy food, music, vendors and much more. Call 584-8510.

Artist Talk

In conduction with its current exhibit, Fire & Form: New Directions in Glass, the Long Island Museum, 1200 Route 25A, Stony Brook will present an Artist Talk with NYC artist and educator Joseph Cavalieri at 2 p.m. Titled Pop Stained Glass, the lecture will feature the artist on site to discuss his work and technique in glass art. A silk screening on glass demonstration will follow. Free with museum admission but registration is required at www.longislandmuseum.org.

Monday 4 ‘Dear Mr. Brody’

The Port Jefferson Documentary Series continues at Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson at 7 p.m. with a screening of Dear Mr. Brody, the story of hippie-millionaire Michael Brody Jr., the 21-year-old heir to a margarine fortune, who announced to the world that he would personally usher in a new era of peace and love by giving away his twenty-five million dollar inheritance to anyone in need. Guest speaker is Melissa Robyn Glassman, producer and subject in the film. Tickets are $10 at the door or at www.portjeffdocumentaryseries.com.

Tuesday 5

No events listed for this day.

Wednesday 6 No events listed for this day.

Thursday 7

Virtual Lunch & Learn

The Huntington Historical Society continues its virtual Lunch & Learn series at noon as Walt Whitman Birthplace Association Executive Director Cynthia Shor and Docent Iris Jumper offer a virtual tour of the home where Walt Whitman was born in 1819. Afterwards, they will offer a virtual presentation of the permanent exhibit in the Interpretive Center by commenting on the panels which depict Walt’s life in his later years. Presentation will last 45 minutes with time for commentary and Q&A from participants. Suggested donation is $10. To register, visit www. huntingtonhistoricalsociety.org.

Audubon lecture

Join the Four Harbors Audubon Society for a virtual autumn lecture titled Birding 101 via Zoom at 7 p.m. As a new birder, how do you go about identifying birds? In this presentation, John Turner will provide a logical framework and some ideas and tips he has developed to make birding a bit easier to implement and practice. Free and open to all. Reservations required by emailing fourharborsheron@gmail.com.

Theater ‘Grease’

Grease is the word! Theatre Three 412 Main St., Port Jefferson presents Grease from Sept. 18 to Oct. 30. Featuring the hit songs

nnials thatWhales, Ales & Salty Tales n a bird-The Whaling Museum, 301 Main St., Cold the FourSpring Harbor hosts its annual beer-tasting ant Sale.fundraiser, Whales, Wales & Salty Tales a Center,on Oct. 2 from 2 to 5 p.m. Help support tauket. 9museum community programming while you only, 11sample unique beers, ales, ciders and meads al public.crafted at local Long Island breweries, enjoy 03 or visitsea shanties with Stuart Markus, tour the museum’s exhibits and gallery and liten to whale and ale tales. For ages 21 and up. For ticket info and to register, call 367-3418 or kernkampvisit www.cshwhalingmuseum.org. oor Thrift 0 a.m. to ures! Procued and Fall into Fun Carnival oe at 631See Oct. 1 listing.

‘Smokey Joe’s Cafe’

The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport kicks off its MainStage season with “Smokey Joe’s Cafe: The Songs of Leiber and Stoller from Sept. 16 to Oct. 31. Featuring 40 of the greatest songs of the past century, including “On Broadway,” “Stand By Me,” “Jailhouse Rock,” and “Love Potion No. 9.” Tickets are $75 per person. To order, call 261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater. com. See review on page B13.

One-Act Play Festival

St Paul’s United Methodist Church, 270 Main St., Northport presents the 12th annual Northport One-Act Play Festival from Oct. 1 to 3. Five new one-act plays will be presented on Oct. 1 at 7:30 p.m. and Oct. 2 at 3 p.m. and five more new plays will be performed on Oct. 2 at 7:30 p.m. and Oct. 3 at 3 p.m. Tickets are $20 per show. For further details and to order tickets, visit www.northportplays.com or call 223-8053.

‘Twelfth Night’

In partnership with the Smithtown Center for the Performing Arts, the Smithtown Historical Society, 239 E. Main St., Smithtown will present an outdoor performance of William Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night from Oct. 8 to 31. The tale of a young woman who disguises herself as a man and becomes entangled in the courtship of two local aristocrats upends conventions of romance and gender roles, Twelfth Night is one of Shakespeare’s most performed plays. Tickets are $20 adults, $15 seniors and children 12 and under. To order, call 724-3700 or visit www.smithtownpac.org.

Vendors wanted

»The Port Jefferson Station/Terryville Chamber of Commerce will hold a Family Fun Day at the Train Car Park in Port Jefferson Station on Oct. 16 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Vendors and non-profits welcome to apply. Visit www.PJSTchamber.com or call 631-821-1313. »Gallery North, 90 North Country Road, Setauket seeks vendors for its Holiday Market Fairs on Nov. 27, Dec. 4, Dec. 11 and Dec. 18. $75 for one market, $125 for two, $150 for three and $200 for four. To reserve a booth, visit www.gallerynorth.org or call 631-751-2676.

Sunday 3

Craft Fair & Raffle

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“Greased Lightnin’,” “You’re The One That I Want,” and “Summer Nights.” Contains adult themes and situations. Tickets are $35 adults, $28 seniors and students, $20 children ages 5 to 12. To order, call 928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

FARMING ON LONG ISLAND Head over to Fink’s Country Farm in Wading River on Oct. 1 for a free screening of the documentary ‘Seasons of Change on Henry’s Farm,’ courtesy of the Cinema Arts Centre.

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Religious D irectory Catholic INFANT JESUS ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH 110 Myrtle Ave., Port Jefferson 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 12:30-1:15pm in the Lower Church Religious Ed.: 631 928-0447 Parish Outreach: 631-331-6145 Weekly Masses: 6:50 and 9am in the Church, 12pm in the Chapel* Weekend Masses: Saturday at 5 pm in the Church, 5:15 pm in the Chapel,* Sunday at 7:30 am, 10:30 am, 12 pm, and 5 pm in the Church and at 8:30 am, 10 am, and 11:30 am (Family Mass) in the Chapel* Spanish Masses: Sunday at 8:45 am and Wednesday at 6 pm in the Church *Held at the Infant Jesus Chapel at St. Charles Hospital

ST. GERARD MAJELLA ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH 300 Terryville Road, Port Jefferson Station 631-473-2900 www.stgmajella.org REV. GREGORY RANNAZZISI, PASTOR Each Saturday 3:45pm, 4:45pm Mass: Saturday 5pm only Sunday 8am, 10am & 12pm Weekday Mass: 9am Confessions: Saturday 3:45pm-4:45pm Office Hours: Monday-Thursday 9am - 4:30pm Thrift Shop: Monday-Thursday 10am - 4pm and Friday 10am-2pm. Baptism and Wedding arrangements can be made by calling the Parish Office

ST. JAMES ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH 429 Rt. 25A, Setauket Phone: 631-941-4141 Fax: 631-751-6607 Parish Office email: parish@stjamessetauket.org www.stjamessetauket.org REV. ROBERT KUZNIK, PASTOR REV. ROBERT SCHECKENBACK, ASSOCIATE PASTOR REV. JOHN FITZGERALD, IN RESIDENCE REV. MIKE S. EZEATU, SBU HOSPITAL CHAPLAIN, IN RESIDENCE Office Hours: Monday-Friday 9am to 4pm ... Saturday 9am to 2pm Weekday Masses: Monday to Saturday 8am Weekend Masses: Saturday (Vigil) 5pm (Youth) Sunday 8am ... 9:30am (Family) ... 11:30am

(Choir) Baptisms: contact the Office at the end of the third month of pregnancy to set a date. Matrimony: contact the Office at least nine months before desired date to set a date. Reconciliation: Saturdays 4 to 4:45pm or by Appointment. Anointing of the Sick: by request. Bereavement: 631-941-4141 x 341 Faith Formation Office: 631-941-4141 x 328 Outreach: 631-941-4141 x 313 Our Daily Bread Sunday Soup Kitchen 3:00 pm closed ... reopening TBD Food Pantry Open ... Wednesdays 12Noon to 2pm and Sundays 2pm to 3pm Mission Statement: We, the Catholic community of the Three Village area, formed as the Body of Christ through the waters of Baptism, are a pilgrim community journeying toward the fullness of the Kingdom of God, guided by the Holy Spirit, nourished by the Eucharist and formed by the Gospel. We strive to respond to jesus’ invitation: to be faithful and fruitful disciples; to be a Good Smaritan to our neighbor and enemy; to be stewards of and for God’s creation and to be living witness of Faith, Hope and Charity...so that in Jesus’name, we may be a welcoming community, respectful of life in all its diversities.

ST. LOUIS DE MONTFORT ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH 75 New York Avenue, Sound Beach Parish office: 631-744-8566; fax 631-744-8611 Parish website: www.stlouisdm.org REV. MSGR. CHRISTOPHER J. HELLER, PASTOR REV. ALPHONSUS IGBOKWE, ASSOCIATE PASTOR REV. MSGR. DONALD HANSON, IN RESIDENCE REV. FRANCIS PIZZARELLI, S.M.M., PARISH ASSISTANT REV. HENRY VAS Office Hours: Mon., Tues., Thurs.: 9 am to 5 pm Wednesday: 9 am to 8 pm; Friday: 9 am to 4 pm; Saturday: 9 am to 1 pm; Closed on Sunday Mission Statement: To proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ’s love through our active involvement as a parish family in works of Charity, Faith, Worship, Justice and Mercy. ALL ARE WELCOME! No matter what your present status is in the Catholic Church. No matter your family situation. No matter your practice of faith. No matter your personal history, age or background. YOU are invited, respected and loved at St. Louis de Montfort. Weekday Masses: Monday through Friday 8:30 am in the Chapel Weekend Masses: Saturday Vigil: 5 pm Sunday: 7:30 am; 10:00 am; 12 noon. Baptisms: Most Sundays at 1:30 pm. Please contact Parish Office for an appointment. Reconciliation: Saturday 4-4:45 pm or by appointment. Anointing of the Sick: by request.

Holy Matrimony: Contact Parish Office at least six months in advance of desired date. Religious Education: Contact 631-744-9515 Parish Outreach: Contact 631-209-0325

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Sunday Services: 8am Virtual Service 9:30am Service at the Church-Organ Music 8am Tuesday-Morning Prayer Service at the Church 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.

ST. MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL SOCIETY OF SAINT PIUS X 900 Horseblock Road, Farmingville 631-736-6515 sspxlongisland.com Sunday Masses at 7am and 9am Please consult sspxlongisland.com for updates and current mass times

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Country Road, Mt. Sinai 631-473-1582 www.msucc.org REV. DR. PHILIP HOBSON “No matter who you are or where you are on life’s journey, you are welcome here.” Online service continues 10am with Rev. Phil Hobson on our You Tube channel. The service is accessible anytime thereafter. Outdoor service continues at 9am, wear a mask and bring a chair. Indoor service begins on Sunday, October 3rd at 10am. You will need to bring proof of your vaccination and show your card to one of the ushers. Wear a mask at all times indoors. We will be seated socially distanced from one another. We continue with our online service on our you tube channel at 10am, and any time thereafter, with Reverend Phil Hobson. Sunday School will beheld at 9am outdoors and 10am indoors. The online service with Rev. Hobson on our You Tube channel continues at 10Am and is accessible anytime Our Island Heart Food Pantry continues to help those in need at 643 Middle Country Road, Middle Island, NY. Hours are Wednesday and Thursday from 3:00-4:30pm. Wear a mask and stay in car Grace and Peace REV. PHIL

Episcopal ALL SOULS EPISCOPAL CHURCH Our little historic church on the hill” across from the Stony Brook Duck Pond 61 Main Street, Stony Brook Visit our website www.allsoulsstonybrook.org or call 631-655-7798 allsoulsepiscopalchurch@verizon.net Interdenominational Morning Prayer ServiceTuesday 8:00am- Half Hour Interdenominational Rosary Service-Wednesday 12noon-

CAROLINE EPISCOPAL CHURCH OF SETAUKET 1 Dyke Road on the Village Green, Setauket Web site: www.carolinechurch.net email: office@carolinechurch.net 631-941-4245 REV. COOPER CONWAY, INTERIM PRIEST-IN-CHARGE Let God walk with you as part of our familyfriendly community Holy Eucharist Saturday 5pm Sunday 8am and 9:30am Church School classes now forming

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Av e . , P o r t J e f f e r s o n 631-473-0273 email: ccoffice@christchurchportjeff.org www.christchurchportjeff.org Church office hours: Tues. - Fri. 9am - 12pm FATHER ANTHONY DILORENZO: PRIEST IN CHARGE Please join us for our 8:00 and 10:00 Sunday Eucharists and our 10:00 Wednesday Eucharist in our chapel. Please wear masks. GOD BLESS YOU. Father Anthony DiLorenzo It is the mission of the people of Christ Church to grow in our relationship with Jesus Christ and to make his love known to all through our lives and ministry. We at Christ Church are a joyful, welcoming community. Wherever you are in your journey of life we want to be part of it.

ST. JOHN’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH “To know Christ and to make Him known” 12 Prospect St, Huntington (631) 427-1752 On Main St. next to the Library REV. DUNCAN A. BURNS, RECTOR MRS. CLAIRE MIS, SEMINARIAN ALEX PRYRODNY, MUSIC DIRECTOR & ARTIST-IN-RESIDENCE Sunday Worship In Person, Zoom & Facebook 8:00 am Rite I Holy Eucharist with music 9:15 am Sunday School 10:00 am Rite II Holy Choral Eucharist Annual Harvest Fair Saturday, October 23rd, 10am-4pm Live Music, Raffles, Crafts, Vermont Cheese, and more! Morning Prayer Via Zoom 9:00 am Monday thru Friday

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

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

Jewish NORTH SHORE JEWISH CENTER 385 Old Town Rd., Port Jefferson Station 631-928-3737 www.northshorejewishcenter.org RABBI AARON BENSON CANTOR DANIEL KRAMER EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR MARCIE PLATKIN PRINCIPAL HEATHER WELKES YOUTH DIRECTOR JEN SCHWARTZ Services: Friday At 8 Pm; Saturday At 9:15 am Daily Morning And Evening Minyan Call For Times. Tot Shabbat Family Services Sisterhood Men’s Club Seniors’ Club Youth Group Continuing Ed Adult Bar/Bat Mitzvah Judaica Shop Food Pantry Lecture Series Jewish Film Series NSJC JEWISH LEARNING CENTER RELIGIOUS SCHOOL Innovative Curriculum And Programming For Children Ages 5-13 Imagine A Synagogue That Feels Like Home! Come Connect With Us On Your Jewish Journey. Member United Synagogue Of Conservative Judaism.

TEMPLE ISAIAH (REFORM) 1404 Stony Brook Road, Stony Brook 631-751-8518 www.tisbny.org A Warm And Caring Intergenerational Community

Dedicated To Learning, Prayer, Social Action, and Friendship. Member Union For Reform Judaism RABBI PAUL SIDLOFSKY CANTOR INTERN KALIX JACOBSON EDUCATIONAL DIRECTOR RABBI PAUL SIDLOFSKY, RABBI EMERITUS STEPHEN A. KAROL RABBI EMERITUS ADAM D. FISHER CANTOR EMERITUS MICHAEL F. TRACHTENBERG Sabbath Services: 1st Friday of the month 6pm, all other Fridays 7:30pm and Saturday B’nai services at 10am Religious School Monthly Family Service Monthly Tot Shabbat Youth Groups Adult Education Sisterhood Brotherhood Book Club-More

Lutheran-ELCA

arrival. Wine and grape juice will be distributed during communion. Please follow all directions. Outdoor Parking Lot Service is a Drive-In, or you may sit outside as weather permits. Please bring your own chair if possible. The service begins promptly at 10:30am. Enter from Maple Avenue. Greeters will provide communion wafers and bulletins. Sound will be broadcast on FM radio station 88.3 and with speakers as weather allows. Please maintain social distancing. Masks are not required. Please follow all directions. Morning worship is also available over Facebook Live at the church website or Facebook Live from 8:30am service.

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HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH AND ANCHOR NURSERY SCHOOL 46 Dare Road, Selden 631-732-2511 Emergency Number 516-848-5386 Email: office@hopelutheran.com Website: www.hopeluth.com REV. DR. RICHARD O. HILL, PASTOR DALE NEWTON, VICAR On Sundays the services are at 9 and 10:30 a.m. A link for all these services is on the website: www.hopeluth.com. Our Food Pantry is open to everyone on Thursdays from 12:30 2:30 p.m. for picking up food. Also, donations can be made from 11 a.m.-noon or by making arrangements by leaving a message on the church answering service. Offerings to support our ministry can be made at church services and through our website’s “Share God’s Mission” page. In any emergency, call the pastor at 516-848-5386

ST. PAUL’S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 309 Patchogue Road, Port Jefferson Station 631-473-2236 E-mail: Pastorpauldowning@yahoo.com Pastor’s cell: 347-423-3623 (voice or text) www.StPaulsLCPJS.org facebook.com/stpaulselca REV. PAUL A. DOWNING PASTOR Indoor service of Holy Communion will be offered each Sunday at 8:30am in our sanctuary. Out of consideration for those who may be unvaccinated for Covid-19, and since even those vaccinated may contact or pass on the coronavirus, masks are required in the building except as directed when receiving Holy Communion. We also ask that you just hum along or sing hymns quietly. Unless otherwise instructed, all pews are available. Please remain where you are seated for the duration of the service. You will be given communion wafers and bulletins upon

465 Pond Path, East Setauket 631-751-1775 www.messiahny.org PASTOR NILS NIEMEIER ASSOCIATE PASTOR STEVE UNGER Our worship services are 9am and 10:45am with Sunday school at 9am. We are still asking people to wear a mask and social distance. The service will be live streamed on our YouTube page. Go to our website (www.messiahny.org) for the link.We are here for you and if you are in need, please call us. Our Pastors are available and you are welcome to call the church to speak to them. May God keep you safe and shine His light and love upon you.

Holy Communion 1st Sunday of Month Mary Martha Circle (Women’s Ministry) meets every 2nd Tuesday each month at 1pm No Matter who you are or where you are on life’s journey, you’re welcome here!

Presbyterian FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF PORT JEFFERSON 107 South/Main Streets (631) 473-0147 We are an accepting and caring people who invite you to share in the journey of faith with us. Email: office@pjpres.org Website: www.pjpres.org THE REV. DR. RICHARD GRAUGH Sunday Worship Service-10 am (social distancing & masks required) service is also broadcast on church FB page under “Missions and Activities” Christian Education Activities: Call 631-473-0147 Bible Study: Tuesday 2 pm via Zoom Holy Communion 1st Sunday of the Month Hot meals, groceries & clothing provided on a take out basis by Welcome Friends on Fridays 4-5:30 pm Call the church office or visit our website for current activities and events. NYS Certified Preschool and Daycare The purpose of First Presbyterian Church of Port Jefferson is, with God’s help, to share the joy & good news of Jesus Christ with the congregation, visitors and the community at large; to provide comfort to those in need and hope to those in despair; and to seek justice for all God’s people.

Methodist S E TA U K E T P R E S B Y T E R I A N CHURCH BETHEL AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH 33 Christian Ave/ PO 2117, E. Setauket 631-941-3581 REV. LISA WILLIAMS 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.

SETAUKET UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 160 Main Street, Corner of 25A and Main Street East Setauket 631-941-4167 REV. STEVEN KIM, PASTOR Sunday Worship Service Indoor at 10am Every 3rd Sunday only Outdoor service at 10am Services are streamed online @www.setauketumc.org and livestreamed on Facebook. Church School meets online

5 Caroline Avenue ~ On the Village Green 631- 941-4271 Celebrating and Sharing the love of God since 1660. THE REV. KATE JONES CALONE, INTERIM PASTOR THE REV. ASHLEY MCFAUL-ERWIN, COMMUNITY OUTREACH PASTOR In- person worshiping in church sanctuary Sundays at 9:30 AM. Masks required-social distancing, Childcare available, Basic live streaming of the service. Link available onourwebsite Sunday mornings. website:setauketpresbyterian.org Bell Choir All ringers welcome Sunday morning Sunday school Setauket Presbyterian Pre-School, ages 2-5 www.setauketpreschool.org Open Door Exchange (furniture ministry) Opendoorexchange.org 631-751-0176 For all program information visit our website, email the church Setauketpresbyterian@verizon. net Follow us on FB

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KNOWLEDGE SEEKERS

CSHL’s Dave Tuveson, Derek Cheng reveal cancer’s potential back up plan SPOTLIGHTING DISCOVERIES AT (1) COLD SPRING HARBOR LAB (2) STONY BROOK UNIVERSITY & (3) BROOKHAVEN NATIONAL LAB

Harnessing the Technology of our Research Giants

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While one bad apple might spoil the bunch, the same might be true of one bad cancer gene. Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory’s Cancer Director Dave Tuveson and Derek Cheng, who earned his PhD from Stony Brook University while conducting research in Tuveson’s lab, recently explored how some mutant forms of genes in pancreatic cancer can involve other proteins that also promote cancer. A gene well-researched in Tuveson’s lab, mutated KRAS promotes cell division. Mutant versions of this gene continue to produce copies of themselves, contributing to cancer. Turning off or blocking this gene, however, doesn’t solve the problem, at least not in the laboratory models that track a cancer cell’s response. In laboratory models of pancreatic cancer, a disease for which the prognosis is often challenging, other proteins play a role, creating what researchers call an “adaptive resistance” to chemotherapy.

In a paper published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Cheng, who is the first author and is currently in his final year of medical school at the Stony Brook Renaissance School of Medicine, and Tuveson showed that a protein called RSK1 interacts at the membrane with mutated KRAS. When KRAS is inhibited, the RSK1 protein, which normally keeps RAS proteins dormant, becomes more active. “If you antagonize KRAS, you would get a rebound” as the cancer cells develop a resistance to the original drug, Tuveson said. “We found a feedback loop.” The research “focused on identifying protein complexes with oncogenic KRAS that would potentially be relevant in pancreatic cancer,” Cheng explained in an email. “My work suggests that an RSK1/NF1 complex exists in the vicinity of oncogenic KRAS.” While Cheng was able to show that the role of membrane-localized RSK1 provided negative regulation

Above, Derek Cheng, Left, Dave Tuveson Photo by Gina Motisi/CSHL

of wild-type RAS, it “remains to be studied what the role of the RSK1 at the membrane [is] in the context of oncogenic KRAS.” KRAS is a molecular switch that turns on and off with the help of other proteins. With certain mutations, the switch doesn’t turn off, continuing to signal for copying and dividing, which are hallmarks of cancer cells. With specific activating mutations, the switch can lose its ability to turn off and constitutively signal for proliferation, metabolic reprogramming, and other behaviors characteristic of cancer cells, Cheng explained. A cell with an oncogenic KRAS has the tendency to be more fit than a normal cell without one. Such cells will likely grow at a faster rate under stressful conditions, which, over time, can enable them to outcompete normal cells, Cheng continued.

When KRAS is in an oncogenic state, another protein, called RSK1 is hanging around the membrane. RSK1 has several functions and can participate in numerous cellular signaling pathways. While RSK1 is involved in protein translation by phosphorylating S6 kinase, it also has other functions at the plasma membrane, where it shuts down wild type RAS proteins. Other researchers have suggested a negative feedback for RSK1 and NF1. “Our contribution demonstrated some relevance of this interaction in pancreatic cancer cells,” Cheng explained in an email. Cheng said RSK is known to have various effects, depending on the context. In the paper, the scientists showed that RSK has a “negative feedback properties, such as that, upon the removal of

mutant KRAS, it has this negative regulatory role.” Graduate student Sun Kim and post doctoral researchers HsiuChi Ting and Jonathan Kastan are currently exploring whether RSK has a pro-oncogenic function on the membrane in the tumor cell. So far, these studies suggest that while a direct inhibitor against oncogenic KRAS would likely be the greatest target for an effective therapy, cancer cells may still be able to use signals from other RAS isoforms. “A combination of targeting KRAS and modulating regulators of RAS such as RSK1/NF1 and SOS1 may enhance therapeutic efficacy,” Cheng suggested. Cheng is grateful for the opportunity to learn from numerous Tuveson lab members on ways cancer cells differ from healthy cells. POWER OF 3 continued on page B24

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Conscience Bay Meeting 4 Friends Way, St. James 11780 631-928-2768 www.consciencebayquakers.org We gather in silent worship seeking God,/the Inner Light/Spirit. We’re guided by the Quaker testimonies of simplicity, peace, integrity, community, equality

and stewardship. In-person worship blended with virtual worship. Monthly discussions, Sept.June. Religious education for children. Sept.-June, 11 a.m.; July-Aug., 10 a.m. All are welcome. See our website.

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Unitarian Universalist UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP AT STONY BROOK 380 Nicolls Road, East Setauket 631-751-0297 uufsb.org office@uufsb.org REV. MARGARET H. ALLEN (MINISTER@UUFSB.ORG) Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. Check uufsb.org for Zoom links and information

about in-person and live-streamed Sunday worship services. Adult Faith Development, Choir, Folk Group, classical music, Vespers, Sangha Meditation, Labyrinth Walks, Tai Chi, Chi Gong, Yoga, Essentrics, Grounds & Sounds Café, Le Petit Salon de Musique Our website also offers information about other activities we are currently holding online and in person, such as our Humanist Discussion Group and meditative and wellness arts classes.

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POWER OF 3

Continued from page B23 The discovery of the potential roles of RSK1 in cancer provides some possible explanation for the potential resistance mechanisms of mutant KRAS inhibitors. While he was encouraged that a prestigious journal published the research, Tuveson said he hopes this type of observation “will lead to something that will be useful for a pancreatic cancer patient and not just” provide compelling ideas. Cheng attended medical school for two years before joining Tuveon’s lab for the next six years. Cheng defended his thesis in 2020 during the pandemic on a zoom call. “I was one of the first people to defend with this format for both CSHL and SBU,” Cheng explained. “I was able to invite many friends and family that probably would not have been able to make the trip.” Cheng’s family has battled cancer, which contributed to his research interests. When he was an undergraduate, he had an uncle develop glioblastoma,

while another uncle and his grandfather developed colon cancer. “I knew I wasn’t going to be able to do much about their medical condition, but I wanted to work on something that people cared about,” Cheng explained. Outside of the lab, Cheng enjoys working on his car and his motorcycles. He feels a sense of autonomy working on his own projects. He’s most proud of a motorcycle for which he rebuilt the front end with parts from another model to outfit a larger brake system. A native of St. Louis, Cheng is a fan of the hockey team, the Blues. He owns a game-worn jersey from almost every member of the 2019 cinderella team that won the Stanley cup, with some of those jerseys coming from Stanley Cup final games. Cheng plans to apply to residency in internal medicine this year because he wants to continue applying what he learned in his scientific and medical training. The clinical work reminds him to treat patients and not just the tumors, while scientific research trained him to loo at evidence and literature carefully to find clinical gaps, he explained.

KIDS KORNER Programs Raptors & Recycled Art

The Education Department at the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport will present Raptors & Recycled Art, a workshop for children ages 3 to 4 with an adult, on October 1 and Oct. 8 from 10 a.m. to noon. Participants will explore the bird room and learn about the birds of prey in the collections, dissect an owl pellet, and make art out of egg cartons. Face masks are required. Fee is $20 per person, $18 for Members. To reserve a space, call 854-5539.

Apple Fun

Benner's Farm, 56 Gnarled Hollow Road, East Setauket presents an apple workshop for children ages 4 to 11 on Oct. 2 from 10 a.m. to noon. Learn about Johnny Appleseed's wonderful fruit! Squeezed, cooked, dried and baked apples are delicious and fun! Children will leave with a variety of apple goodies. Masks are required. $40 per child. Join the waiting list by calling 689-8172 or visit www. bennersfarm.com.

Children’s Birding Adventures

Join Four Harbors Audubon Society for a Children’s Birding Adventure at Frank Melville Park, 1 Old Field Road, Setauket on Oct. 2 from 1 to 2 p.m. with story time, bird walk, and a bird-inspired activity. Enjoy some family fun while you learn about our feathered friends. Meet at entrance to park, just past the rear of the post office. Free but registration required by emailing 4hasnextgen@gmail.com.

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The Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery, 1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor presents Turtle Experiences, a personalized look at the hatchery's turtles, both young and old, on Oct. 2, 3, 9, 10 and 11 in 20 minute sessions throughout the day. Discover why turtles play an important role in our environment and how you can protect their habitat and way of life. $12 per person. Registration required by visiting www.cshfishhatchery.org.

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UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL Meet the turtles at the Fish Hatchery in October.

'Rapunzel'

Next up at the John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport is Rapunzel, A Tangled Fairytale from Sept. 25 to Oct. 31. Forced to live alone in a tower with nothing but her hair and her "mother" the witch, Rapunzel’s sixteenth birthday has come – meaning she’ll be able to see the outside world for the first time, just as her "mother" promised. Scared to let her go, though, the witch reneges. Lucky for Rapunzel a young prince named Brian happens across her tower and calls out her as he’s seen the witch do: “Rapunzel! Rapunzel! Let down your hair!” Before the Prince and Rapunzel have their inevitable “happily ever after,” though, they’re going to have to face the wrath of the witch and few other hilarious obstacles. Shows are held on Saturdays at 11 a.m. and Sundays at 10:30 a.m. All seats are $20. To order, 631-261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater. com. See review on page B25.

‘Spookley the Square Pumpkin’

Just in time for Halloween, the Smithtown Center for the Performing Arts presents Spookley The Square Pumpkin on the grounds of the Smithtown Historical Society, 2 E. Main St.. Smithtown on various dates from Sept. 25 to Oct. 31. The musical tells the story of a square pumpkin named Spookley living in a round pumpkin patch on Holiday Hill Farm who helps the pumpkins in the patch learn that the things that make you different make you special. A treat for all ages! Tickets to this outdoor performance are $18 per person. To order, call 724-3700 or visit www. smithtownpac.org

'A Kooky Spooky Halloween'

‘Don’t Let the Pigeon …’

Two more dates added! Join the Smithtown Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E. Main St., Smithtown for a indoor musical production of Mo Willems’ Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! on Oct. 2 and 3 at 11 a.m. It’s not easy being the Pigeon — you never get to do ANYTHING! But when the bus driver has a crisis that threatens to make her passengers (gasp!) late, maybe that wily bird CAN do something. Featuring an innovative mix of songs, and feathers, Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! The Musical! is sure to get everyone’s wings flapping. Tickets are $18 per person. To order, call 724-3700 or visit www.smithtownpac.org.

Children's theater continues at Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson with A Kooky Spooky Halloween, a merry musical about a ghost who's afraid of the dark, from Oct. 9 to 30 (*sensory-sensitive performance on Oct. 10). Recently graduated spirit Abner Perkins is assigned to the Aberdeen Boarding House — known for its spectral sightings and terrific toast. Here, Abner finds himself cast into a company of its wacky residents. When his secret is revealed, he is forced to leave his haunted home and set off on a quest with his newly found friends and learns the power of helping others. All seats are $10. To order, call 928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

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THEATER REVIEW

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ooking for a fun fall activity with the kids? May I recommend Rapunzel: A Tangled Fairytale, a musical adventure complete with “wicked witches, heroic princes, kings, magic and the longest hair in the world.” Written by David Crane and Marta Kauffman, creators of the hit TV show Friends, with music by Michael Skloff, the children’s show opened at the John W. Engeman Theater in Northport this past weekend and runs through Oct. 31. While the story has lots of modern twists and turns, it still retains much of the beloved fairy tale we all know and love. A cobbler and his wife live next door to a witch who has a beautiful garden. One day the cobbler sneaks into the garden to steal some vegetables and is caught by the witch who cons him into giving her the couple’s firstborn. She names the child Rapunzel and The cast of 'Rapunzel: A Tangled Fairytale.' raises her as her own in a tower. Fast Photo courtesy of the Engeman Theater forward 16 years and Rapunzel’s only wish on her birthday is to leave the tower her ring,” can be best described as a sour patch and see the world below. Her “mother” at first kid (first she’s sour but then she’s sweet) who promises to grant her wish but then changes her sounds just like the Wicked Witch of the West mind and instead tries to bribe her with fudge, from The Wizard of Oz. While she does some pretty crummy things, she is not scary and the flowers, a bird and birthday cake. Meanwhile, Prince Brian has run away from children in the audience are not frightened. The multi-talented Jae Hughes plays the castle. He feels that he is a failure, having reached the age of seventeen without doing one multiple roles throughout the show including heroic deed, and vows only to return once he the storyteller, Simon, the king (who is always has slain a dragon, captured an ogre or rescued a mispronouncing Rapunzel's name), the maiden. “As a hero, I’m a zero,” he groans. When innkeeper, and the cow and knocks each one the prince comes upon Rapunzel in the tower, out of the kingdom. The ability to switch he hatches a plan to have his valet Simon distract roles so quickly, with different voices and the witch while he rescues the girl. What follows demeanors, is no easy feat, but Hughes makes is a magical morning of live theater the whole it seem effortless. The script is clever and funny, with much family will enjoy. Danny Meglio directs a seasoned cast of four of the dialogue in rhyme, and the songs are who play multiple characters in the retelling energetic and catchy with special mention to of this hairy tale. A wonderful Joanna Sanges “Wooing a Witch,” The First Step is the Hardest” returns to the Engeman to reprise her role as and the quartet's “Tonight’s the Night.” The the naive Rapunzel who has never seen a cow costumes, excellent sound effects and lighting or a carriage but quickly learns to stand up to tie it all together for a happily ever after. The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main anyone standing in her way. Her strong-willed determination and confidence is a perfect role St., Northport, will present Rapunzel: A Tangled Fairytale on Saturdays at 11 a.m. and Sundays at model for the children in the audience. Tasked with rescuing fair maidens, Justin 10:30 a.m. through Oct. 31. Running time is one Autz is terrific as the handsome Prince Brian. hour with a 15 minute intermission. Boosters While he spends the first part of the show seats are available and costumes are encouraged. riding horses and climbing towers, Autz spends And if it’s your birthday, the cast will serenade the second act trying to find his way back to you. (Happy Birthday Emma!) Children’s theater continues with the theater’s the castle wearing dark glasses that are stuck to his face (the witch has cast a spell to make him annual production of Frosty from Nov. 20 to Jan. 2 and Disney’s Frozen Jr. from Jan. 29 to Feb. blind) and tripping over Rapunzel’s long hair. Brilliantly played by Jillian Sharpe, Gretta the 27, 2022. All seats are $20. To order, call 631witch, “with a twist of her wrist and a turn of 261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.

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This week's shelter pet is Buddy, a 7-year-old domestic shorthair, neutered male up for adoption at the Smithtown Animal Shelter. Buddy’s mom passed away and he lost the only home and family he has ever known. This handsome man is outgoing and adventurous. He loves meeting new people, being petted and wandering around figuring out the new world around him. Buddy has been around children as young as 3 years old and did well with them. He has always been an only pet, but with time will likely adjust to new furry siblings. If you are interested in meeting Buddy, please call ahead to schedule an hour to properly interact with him in a domestic setting. The Smithtown Animal & Adoption Shelter is located at 410 Middle Country Road, Smithtown. Shelter operating hours are currently Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Sundays and Wednesday evenings by appointment only). For more information, call 631-360-7575 or visit www.smithtownanimalshelter.com.

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Women's soccer beats Vermont 3-0 for fourth win in a row Entering the day, Alyssa Francese led the Stony Brook women's soccer program with two goals on the season. She more than doubled her total at Vermont on Sept. 26, recording the second hat trick of her career as the Seawolves earned a 3-0 road victory to make it four wins in a row and two wins in their first two America East matches. Francese and senior Alicia D'Aoust linked up on the first two goals of the day, with the Smithtown, N.Y., native providing a cross just three minutes after the initial goal that Alyssa flicked over the keeper and into the top right corner. Francese did it herself on the third tally, making a long run into the box before slotting the lone second-half goal into the far netting with her left foot. The Seawolves defense also stood tall, as Emerson Richmond Burke made six saves to record her third clean sheet of the season. STATS: Francese's previous three-goal game during her freshman campaign, recording half

#15 Emma Beattie, #3 Mari Brenden and #11 Alyssa Francese celebrate their win on Sunday.

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of Stony Brook's output in a 6-0 win over Wagner on September 17, 2017. It is also the first hat trick for the Seawolves since that contest. The two assists for D'Aoust were the

first of her Seawolves career. Rachel Florenz recorded the last multi-assist game for Stony Brook, dishing two against NJIT on March 21, 2021.

Richmond Burke has recorded six or more saves in three contests this season. It is the most stops she has made in a shutout in her career. Stony Brook has won five in a row and eight of the last 11 against the Catamounts. They have outscored Vermont 14-2 during the win streak. The Seawolves offense has come alive during this win streak, scoring 11 goals in four games and recording multi-goal outputs in every outing. "Winning road games in the America East is never easy but I thought we performed very well today. Alyssa has been great for us and she really showed her quality again today, scoring three goals," said head coach Tobias Bischof. Up next, Stony Brook rounds out its mini two-game road trip in New Jersey on Sept. 30, matching up with NJIT at 7 p.m., in Newark. The Seawolves will return home to LaValle Stadium on Oct. 3 when they take on New Hampshire at 1 p.m.

Seawolves football defeated by Fordham in Battle of New York foes

Redshirt senior running back Seba Nekhet found the end zone twice on Sept. 25, but despite his efforts the Stony Brook University football team (1-3, 0-1 CAA) was defeated by Fordham (1-3), 31-14. Nekhet fueled the Stony Brook offense that put up 426 yards of total offense. The redshirt senior accounted for 79 yards of offense (49 rushing yards, 30 receiving yards) and both of the Seawolves' touchdowns on Saturday. It was the second time in his career that he recorded a multi-touchdown performance and the first time since he also scored a pair of touchdowns against Fordham on September 21, 2019. After an early touchdown by the Rams, Stony Brook responded on its very next drive. Graduate quarterback Tyquell Fields marched the Seawolves down the field to tie the game up at 7-7 with 8:18 to play in the first quarter. Fields capped off the 11-play, 80-yard driving by throwing a 20-yard touchdown pass to Nekhet. Nekhet pealed out of the back field and Fields hit him in stride as he streaked down the right sideline. The touchdown reception was the first of Nekhet's career.

#3 Seba Nekhet scored two touchdowns during Saturday's game.

Photo courtesy of Stony Brook Athletics The first quarter ended with both teams until Nekhet struck again. Fields anchored the tied up at 7-7. Fordham began to build its scoring drive by leading Stony Brook to the lead in the second quarter and controlled a end zone in seven plays that went for 75 yards. 28-7 advantage going into the fourth quarter Nekhet scored his second touchdown of the

day, this time on the ground as he found a lane and punched it in from 10 yards out. The touchdown cut Fordham's lead to 28-14, but the Rams would add a field goal with 7:41 to play to extend their lead to 31-14. Fordham held on to win by that final score as it held Stony Brook off the board over the final 7:41 of the contest. "I thought Fordham was a good team coming in and at the end of the day they certainly executed better when it came down to turning things into points. We did not. It has been a little bit of a struggle over the first three games and it continued tonight. We just need to regroup mentally and stay focused. We certainly gave up some big plays throughout the game and we have to get better," said head coach Chuck Priore. "Our guys worked hard, but with that said a loss is a loss. Next up, the Seawolves resume CAA play on Saturday, Oct. 2, when they travel to Kingston, R.I. to take on Rhode Island at noon. The game is set to broadcast on FloFootball.

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