Arts & Lifestyles - October 15, 2020

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Nocuous Best Friend, digital illustration, by Fiorella Benitez of Huntington Station

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INSIDE: Photo of the Week B4 • Robin's Wish documentary reviewed B10 • Spookley the Square Pumpkin opens in Smithtown B29

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Stony Brook University Hospital

Ranked Top 4% Nationally in Neurology and Neurosurgery Stony Brook University Hospital has been ranked #41 nationally — out of 1241 hospitals evaluated — for

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ASK THE VET

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This year more than ever I consider my pet my best friend and most loyal companion.

I love that social distancing is not necessary when we get together. Therefore, I always want to make sure everything we do is safe and there are some things to look out for in the fall. Here is a list of common hazards to avoid: Acorns — Acorns swallowed whole can become intestinal obstructions in smaller dogs and cats. In addition, the meaty inner portion of the acorn contains a poisonous compound called gallotannins. Gallotannins are extremely irritating to the lining of the stomach and bowels. Small amounts cause mild vomiting and diarrhea but large amounts could lead to severe bloody vomiting, diarrhea, and shock secondary to dehydration and bleeding.

Rodenticides — In the fall the cooler temperatures force rodents inside and the use of rodenticides increases. If you are forced to use rodenticides make sure to put in places where no accidental exposure to your pets is possible.

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BY MATTHEW KEARNS, DVM

your pet. There is no specific antidote so if you suspect your pet has ingested this get them to your veterinarian as soon as possible to make them vomit, as well as other decontamination procedures and care.

Old rotten and moldy food — If you do have people over for a get together make sure to clean up old food. Bacteria and mold that grow on food (and it doesn’t take long in the warm, moist weather we see in the summer) release certain toxins when ingested that can lead not only to vomiting and diarrhea but also potentially kidney, heart, and central nervous system damage. Also certain bones (especially hollow bones like chicken bones) can lead to either obstructions or perforations of the bowel.

Antifreeze Toxicity — More and more companies are using propylene glycol (which is harmless to pets), however many still use ethylene glycol. Even small amounts of ethylene glycol can cause permanent, even fatal kidney damage. Consider switching to propylene glycol-based antifreeze if you haven’t already.

Halloween Candy — everyone knows that chocolate is toxic to pets but other problems include wrappings that can lead to an intestinal obstruction or choking hazard. Some sugar free candies also contain xylitol which is toxic to dogs. Make sure all Halloween candy is in a safe place out of reach of pets.

I hope these tips help to keep this fall safe for you and your pet.

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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PHOTO OF THE WEEK

EYE ON MEDICINE

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SBUH earns national accolades

TAKING FLIGHT Gerard Romano of Port Jefferson Station was in the right place at the right time when he snapped this photo on Oct. 5. He writes, ‘I was at the end of the bulkhead at Satterly Park in Mount Sinai. To my left a great egret was taking off. Its wings made quite a commotion. I zoomed my lens out to 300 mm and was able to capture it as it flew by.’

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Stony Brook University Hospital (SBUH) and Lung surgery; and Urology. continues to earn national accolades for the To determine the national rankings, U.S. quality of care we provide to our patients.

News evaluated more than 4,500 medical The latest distinction comes from U.S. centers in 16 specialties, 10 procedures and News & World Report, which has recognized conditions. In the 16 specialty areas, only 134 us as a Best Hospital for hospitals in the United States 2020-21 for Neurology performed well enough to be and Neurosurgery, and for nationally ranked in at least Orthopaedics. one specialty.

SBUH ranked No. 41 These accolades follow nationally in Neurology and on the heels of SBUH being Neurosurgery, and No. 49 in named one of America’s 100 Orthopaedics. In the regional Best Hospitals™ for the past rankings, SBUH ranked No. two years by Healthgrades 10 in New York State out — the only hospital on of more than 200 hospitals Long Island to receive statewide. this distinction for two This is a true testament consecutive years. Stony to the quality of care we Brook was also named provide to our patients. one of America’s 100 Best These types of recognitions Hospitals™ for 2020 by do not happen overnight Healthgrades for stroke care,

BY CAROL GOMES and they do not happen by cardiac care and coronary accident. They involve a lot interventions. The hospital of hard work and dedication by teams that are has earned those honors for stroke care and committed to improving quality of care. coronary interventions for five consecutive The rankings are based on a combination years. It received the cardiac care award for the of factors, including staffing levels, whether a sixth consecutive year. hospital has a Trauma Center, patient survival Our expert faculty and staff deserve credit rates, physician ratings and patient satisfaction. for these impressive national recognitions, In addition to Neurology and which demonstrate our commitment to Neurosurgery, and Orthopaedics, SBUH providing world-class, compassionate care for earned “high performing” ratings for six our patients. other adult specialties including Diabetes Carol A. Gomes, MS, FACHE, CPHQ, IS and Endocrinology; Gastroenterology and GI THE Chief Executive Officer AT Stony Brook surgery; Geriatrics; Nephrology; Pulmonology University Hospital.

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BUSINESS NEWS

Comings and Goings

Hooks and Chops opens in Commack

Photo by Heidi Sutton

SoBol in Port Jefferson Station celebrates grand opening with ribbon cutting The Port Jefferson Station/Terryville Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting for SoBol in Port Jefferson Station on Oct. 7.

The event was attended by members of the chamber, state and local officials as well as corporate members from SoBol. Located at 1035 Route 112, Port Jefferson Station in the Crossroads Shopping Center, the East Coast based franchise specializes in acai bowls, pitaya bowls, green bowls and fruit smoothies. They also offer coffee and kids bowls.

“Thank you to all who have been a part of our opening! We are so excited to be a part of the Port Jefferson Station community,” said owner Numa Hernandez.

Pictured from left, SoBol co-founder Jim Kalomiris; Suffolk County Legislator Kara Hahn; owner Numa Hernandez; Councilwoman Valerie Cartright; President of Port Jefferson Station/Terryville Chamber of Commerce Jennifer Dznovar; SoBol Project Manager Bill Meindl; SoBol founder Jason

Mazzarone; Town of Brookhaven Supervisor Edward P. Romaine; NYS Assemblyman Steve Englebright; and President of Port Jefferson Chamber of Commerce Barbara Ransome.

The cafe offers call in orders, online orders, and works with third-party delivery services like Doordash, Uber Eats, Postmates and GrubHub. Hours are 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sundays.

For more information, call 631-743-9643 or visit www.mysobol.com.

Hooks & Chops, a new restaurant featuring specialties from both the land and sea, has officially opened its doors.

Brought to you by Executive Chef and Operator Steven Del Lima, the restaurant moves into the space formerly occupied

by Ruby Tuesdays located at 6330 Jericho Turnpike in Commack. The restaurant is open daily beginning at 5 p.m. which the exception of Sunday when it opens at 4 p.m. A special happy hour menu is offered Monday through Friday from 4 to 7 p.m.

For more information, call 631-600-0521 or visit www.hooksandchops.com.

Smithtown Nissan closes its doors

Smithtown Nissan, 535 Middle Country Road, Smithtown has closed after it lost its contract with Nissan. In a letter, Nissan North America, Inc. told Smithtown Nissan that its ownership disputes and insufficient wholesale financing plan violated their dealer sales and service agreement. In a September email to its customers, the dealership said it would be closing temporarily citing “unforeseen circumstances.”

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EXCITING UPDATE:

Two of my research studies were recently published by the American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine showing that my whole food plant based LIFE diet reduces inflammation, the root of many chronic diseases.

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MEDICAL COMPASS

Beating breast cancer at its own game

NEWS AROUND TOWN

Exercise and diet can significantly reduce risk

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and everyone agrees that awareness is crucial.

The incidence of invasive breast cancer in 2020 in the U.S. is estimated to be over 270,000 new cases, with approximately 40,000 patients dying from this disease each year (1).

A primary objective of raising awareness is to promote screening for early detection.

But at what age should screening start and how often should we

By David be screened?

Dunaief, M.D. Here is where divergence occurs; experts can’t agree on age and frequency. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends mammograms every other year, from age 50 through age 74 (2).

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recommends consideration of beginning mammograms at 40, but starting no later than 50, and continuing until age 75.

They encourage a process of shared decisionmaking between patient and physician (3).

Just as important as screening is prevention, whether it is primary, preventing the disease from occurring, or secondary, preventing recurrence. Potential ways of doing this may include lifestyle modifications, such as diet, exercise, obesity treatment and normalizing cholesterol levels. Additionally, although results are mixed, it seems that bisphosphonates do not reduce the risk of breast cancer.

Bisphosphonates

Bisphosphonates include Fosamax (alendronate), Zometa (zoledronic acid) and Boniva (ibandronate) used to treat osteoporosis. Do they have a role in breast cancer prevention? It depends on the population, and it depends on study quality.

In a meta-analysis involving two randomized controlled trials (RCTs), FIT and HORIZON-PFT, results showed no benefit from the use of bisphosphonates in reducing breast cancer risk (4). The study population involved 14,000 postmenopausal women from ages 55 to 89 women who had osteoporosis, but who did not have a personal history of breast cancer. In other words, the bisphosphonates were being used for primary prevention.

In a more recent meta-analysis of 10 studies with over 950,000 total participants, results showed that bisphosphonates did indeed reduce the risk of primary breast

Daily exercise is protective against breast cancer. METRO photo

cancer in patients by as much as 12 percent (5). However, when the researchers dug more deeply into the studies, they found inconsistencies in the results between observational and case-control trials versus RCTs, along with an indication that longerterm use of bisphosphonates is more likely to be protective than use of less than one year.

Randomized controlled trials are better designed than observational trials. Therefore, it is more likely that bisphosphonates do not work in reducing breast cancer risk in patients without a history of breast cancer or, in other words, in primary prevention.

Exercise

We know exercise is important in diseases and breast cancer is no exception. In an observational trial, exercise reduced breast cancer risk in postmenopausal women significantly (6). These women exercised moderately; they walked four hours a week over a four-year period. If they exercised previously, but not recently, five to nine years ago, no benefit was seen. The researchers stressed that it is never too late to begin exercise.

Only about one-third of women get the recommended level of exercise every week: 30 minutes for five days a week. Once diagnosed with breast cancer, women tend to exercise less, not more. We need to expend as much energy and resources emphasizing exercise as a prevention method as we do screenings.

Soy intake

Contrary to popular belief, soy may be beneficial in reducing breast cancer risk. In a meta-analysis (a group of eight observational studies), those who consumed more soy saw

a significant reduction in breast cancer compared to those who consumed less (7). There was a dose-response curve among three groups: high intake of >20 mg per day, moderate intake of 10 mg and low intake of <5 mg.

Those in the highest group had a 29 percent reduced risk, and those in the moderate group had a 12 percent reduced risk when compared to those who consumed the least. In addition, higher soy intake has been associated with reduced recurrence and increased survival for those previously diagnosed with breast cancer (8).

Why have we not seen this in U.S. trials? The level of soy used in U.S. trials is a fraction of what is used in Asian trials. The benefit from soy is thought to come from isoflavones, plant-rich nutrients.

Western vs.

Mediterranean diets

A Mediterranean diet may decrease the risk of breast cancer significantly.

In an observational study, results showed that, while the Western diet increases breast cancer risk by 46 percent, the Spanish Mediterranean diet has the inverse effect, decreasing risk by 44 percent (9). The effect of the Mediterranean diet was even more powerful in triple-negative tumors, which tend to be difficult to treat. The authors concluded that diets rich in fruits, vegetables, beans, nuts and oily fish were potentially beneficial.

Hooray for Breast Cancer Awareness Month stressing the importance of mammography and breast self-exams. However, we need to give significantly more attention to prevention of breast cancer and its recurrence. Through potentially more soy intake, as well as a Mediterranean diet and modest exercise, we may be able to accelerate the trend toward a lower breast cancer incidence.

References:

(1)breastcancer.org.(2)uspreventiveservicestaskforce.org. (3) acog.org. (4) JAMA Inter Med online. 2014 Aug. 11. (5) Clin Epidemiol.

2019; 11: 593–603. (6) Cancer Epidemiol Biomarkers Prev online. 2014 Aug. 11. (7) Br J Cancer.

2008;98:9-14. (8) JAMA. 2009 Dec 9; 302(22): 2437–2443. (9) Br J Cancer. 2014;111:1454-1462.

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.

Time to shop for treasures

Good news! The Red Barn Boutique at Mt. Sinai Congregational Church, 233 North Country Road, Mt. Sinai, will reopen for the season on Oct. 17 and every Saturday thereafter through Dec. 19 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. New items are being donated every week and all proceeds from the sale go to support the church and its missions. For further details, please call 631-473-1582.

Fall Scavenger Hunt a success!

Congratulations to Susan Saviano of Selden and Beverly Gross of St. James for being the first two people to email us after taking part in our Fall Scavenger Hunt in the issue of Oct. 8! The lucky winners received a raffle ticket for the Greek Orthodox Church of the Assumption in Port Jefferson's annual raffle drawing (a $100 value) which will be held on Oct. 18.

Lake Ronkonkoma cleanup

Long Island’s largest freshwater lake needs a little help. Join volunteers from the Lake Ronkonkoma Improvement Group for a cleanup at Lake Ronkonkoma on Saturday, Oct. 17 from 10 a.m. to noon. Help clean the beach front, paint a wall to prep for a mural, and clear debris from a wooded area. Students will receive community service hours. All cleaning supplies will be provided except gloves. Children under 11 must be accompanied by an adult. Meet at Michael P. Murphy Beach, Lake Shore Road, Ronkonkoma. This community event is sponsored by Sachem Public Library.

Questions? Call Evelyn at 631-588-7599.

Community Shred Day

Emma S. Clark Memorial Library, 120 Main St., Setauket hosts a Community Shred Day in its parking lot on Saturday, Oct. 17 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Protect your privacy and get rid of clutter. A shredding truck from A Shred Away, Inc., will be in the library's parking lot for on-site shredding of personal documents. Please NO plastic, carbon paper, hanging files, red well folders, cardboard, newspapers or magazines will be accepted.

Clips and staples are fine to put through the shredder. NO wet papers, and please take any boxes, bags, etc., back home with you.

All paper collected will be recycled at a certified paper mill. Please wear a mask. No registration required. For more information, call 631-941-4080.

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Halloween

CLUES ACROSS 1. Bobby Fischer's game 6. Reggae precursor 9. Octagonal sign 13. Haile Selassie's disciple 14. Goose egg 15. Water-filled gorge 16. Blue eyes, e.g.

17. Jean of Dadaism 18. Pariah, for medical reasons 19. *Pumpkin's Halloween precursor 21. *Famous magician who died on Halloween 23. *____ mortuaire, or body bag in Paris 24. Nordstrom's outlet 25. "____ Now or Never" 28. Good or bad and felt by others, sing.

30. Haiku, e.g.

35. Equal to distance divided by time 37. Post-it slip 39. Quickly fry 40. Type of mountain goat 41. *Graveyard denizen 43. Heart of the matter 44. Tender spots 46. Bailing twine, e.g.

47. Icelandic epic 48. Boss 50. Greek muse's strings 52. Up and down nod 53. "Beware the ____ of March" 55. One of seven, in eponymous 1995 film 57. *Dead one 61. *Jordan Peele's scary 2017 film 64. Dodge 65. Freud's concern 67. Pertaining to hours 69. *Funereal feeling 70. Swindle 71. Boredom 72. Adult elvers 73. Human digit 74. *What vampire does in a coffin

Answers to last week’s puzzle:

The 1970s

CLUES DOWN 1. TV tube in days of yore 2. Wagner or Powers in a TV classic 3. Isaac's firstborn 4. Mixes up 5. Geo-spacial positioning system, for short 6. Ginger cookie 7. CrËme de cassis plus wine 8. Top dog 9. Musher's ride 10. Language of Tupi people 11. *Black cat, possibly 12. ____wig or ____winkle 15. Oopsie daisy moments 20. Best part of cake?

22. *Halloween month 24. Alters to be more useful 25. Type of coffee with alcohol 26. Forbidden 27. Howard of radio fame 29. Physicist Niels ____ 31. Preakness, e.g.

32. Like cottage cheese 33. Piano student's exercise 34. *Leatherface's state 36. Biz bigwig 38. ESPN award 42. To the point 45. *Scary story-related sensation 49. Lyric poem 51. Choice word 54. Upright 56. Nary a soul 57. Give up 58. Skin soothing gel 59. Boring 60. Fusses 61. Departed 62. *RIP pots 63. Like a bow string 66. Gunk 68. Fleur-de-____ * THEME RELATED CLUE

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

LEGALLY SPEAKING

Do I need to probate my brother’s will?

THE FACTS: My brother John died unexpectedly.

John never married and has no children. He had a Will in which he named me as executrix and left everything to me and my sister, Julie. The only assets John had was a bank account with a balance

BY LINDA TOGA, ESQ. of $22,500.

THE QUESTION: What do I need to do to close that account so the money can be divided between me and Julie?

THE ANSWER: In most cases when someone dies with assets and a will, the person named in the will as executrix must file a petition with the surrogate court in the county where the decedent lived seeking letters testamentary. Once letters testamentary are obtained and the executrix has obtained a taxpayer identification number from the IRS, the executrix can go to the bank to close the account.

It is noteworthy the bank will not write checks to beneficiaries of the estate but, will only write a check for the balance in the account payable to the estate. That check must be deposited in an estate account from

which the distributions to the beneficiaries can be made.

In your case, since the value of John’s assets is less than $30,000, you need not obtain letters testamentary. Instead you can file an affidavit with the surrogate‘s court as part of a small estate administration. The filing fee is $1 and the form is less involved than the one used to file for letters testamentary. You will have to provide the name and address of the bank, the account number and the account balance and information on who is entitled to the funds.

Once the affidavit is accepted, the court will send you a certificate that gives you the authority to close your brother’s bank account.

You will receive a separate certificate that gives you the authority to open an estate account into which you need to deposit the check issued by the bank.

To insure that the affidavit is prepared and filed correctly, I recommend that you retain an attorney with surrogate’s court experience to represent you. That way you can be sure the process will go as smoothly possible.

Linda M. Toga, Esq provides legal services in the areas of estate planning and administration, real estate, small business services and litigation. She is available for email and phone consultations. Call 631444-5605 or email Ms. Toga at Linda@ LMTOGALAW.com.

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THEME:

SUDOKU

CROSSWORD PUZZLE

Directions: Fill in the blank squares in the grid, making sure that every row, column and 3-by-3 box includes all digits 1 through 9.

Answers to last week’s SUDOKU:

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KNOWLEDGE SEEKERS

A look back at 2017 Power of 3 column featuring the newest Nobel Prize recipient

BY DANIEL DUNAIEF

Editor’s note:

In 2017, Times Beacon Record News Media ran a Power of Three article describing a meeting at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory on a revolutionary gene-editing technique called CRISPR. Last week, Jennifer Doudna, Professor of the University of California, Berkeley and one of the scientists who invented CRISPR, shared the Nobel Prize in Chemistry with the co-founder Emmanuelle Charpentier, Director at the Max Planck Institute for the Science of Pathogens in Berlin. TBR News Media is re-running the column below, looking back at insights and thoughts from Doudna as well as researchers at CSHL and elsewhere.

One day, the tool 375 people from 29 countries came to discuss in late July (2017) at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory may help eradicate malaria, develop treatments for cancer and help understand the role various proteins play in turning on and off genes.

Eager to interact with colleagues about the technical advances and challenges, medical applications and model organisms, the participants in Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory’s third meeting on the CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing system filled the seats at Grace Auditorium.

“It’s amazing all the ways that people are pushing the envelope with CRISPR-Cas9 technology,” said Jason Sheltzer, an independent fellow from Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory who presented his research on a breast cancer treatment.

The technology comes from a close study of the battle between bacteria and viruses. Constantly under assault from viruses bent on commandeering their genetic machinery, bacteria figured out

a way of developing a memory of viruses, sending out enzymes that recognize and destroy familiar invaders.

By tapping into this evolutionary machinery, scientists have found that this system not only recognizes genes but can also be used to slice out and replace an errant code.

“This is a rapidly evolving field and we continue to see new research such as how Cas1 and Cas2 recognize their target, which opens the door for modification of the proteins themselves, and the recent discovery of anti-CRISPR proteins that decrease off-target effects by as much as a factor of four,” explained Jennifer Doudna, professor of chemistry and molecular and cell biology at the University of California at Berkeley and a meeting organizer for the last three years, in an email.

Austin Burt, a professor of evolutionary genetics at the Imperial College in London, has been working on ways to alter the genes of malaria-carrying mosquitoes, which cause over 430,000 deaths each year, primarily in Africa.

“To wipe out malaria would be a huge deal,” Bruce Conklin, a professor and senior investigator at the Gladstone Institute of Cardiovascular Disease at the University of California in San Francisco and a presenter at the conference, said in an interview. “It’s killed millions of people.”

This approach is a part of an international effort called Target Malaria, which received support from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.

To be sure, this effort needs considerable testing before scientists bring it to the field. “It is a promising approach but we must be mindful of the unintended consequences of altering species and impacting ecosystems,” Doudna cautioned.

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

Organizers of the 3rd annual Genome Engineering in 2017: The CRISPR-Cas Revolution event, from left, Maria Jasin, Jonathan Weissman, Jennifer Doudna and Stanley Qi. Photo courtesy of CSHL

In an email, Burt suggested that deploying CRISPR in mosquitoes across a country was “at least 10 years” away.

CSHL’s Sheltzer, meanwhile, used CRISPR to show that a drug treatment for breast cancer isn’t working as scientists had thought.

Researchers believed a drug that inhibited the function of a protein called maternal embryonic leucine zipper kinase, or MELK, was halting the spread of cancer. When Sheltzer knocked out the gene for MELK, however, he discovered that breast cancer continued to grow or divide. While this doesn’t invalidate a drug that may be effective in halting cancer, it suggests that the mechanism researchers believed was involved was inaccurate.

Researchers recognize an array of unanswered questions.

“It’s premature to tell just how predictable genome modification might be at certain levels in development and in certain kinds of diseases,” said Carolyn Brokowski, a bioethicist who will begin a position as research associate in the Emergency Medicine Department at the Yale School of Medicine next week. “In many cases, there is considerable uncertainty about the causal relationship between gene expression and modification.”

Brokowski suggested that policy makers need to appreciate the “serious reasons to consider limitations on nontherapeutic uses for CRISPR.” Like so many other technologies, CRISPR presents opportunities to benefit mankind and to cause destruction. “We can’t be blind to the conditions in which we live,” said Brokowski.

Indeed, Doudna recently was one of seven recipients of a $65 million Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency award to improve the safety and accuracy of gene editing.

The funding, which is for $65 million over four years, supports a greater understanding of how gene editing technologies work and monitors health and security concerns for their intentional or accidental misuse. Doudna, who is credited with co-creating the CRISPR-Cas9 system with Emmanuelle Charpentier a scientific member and director of the Max Planck Institute for Infection Biology in Berlin, will explore safe gene editing tools to use in animal models and will specifically target Zika and Ebola viruses.

“Like most misunderstood disruptive technologies, CRISPR outpaced the necessary policy and regulatory discussions,” Doudna

explained. The scientific community, however, “continued to advance the technology in a transparent manner, helping to build public awareness, trust and dialogue. As a result, CRISPR is becoming a mainstream topic and the public understanding that it can be a beneficial tool to help solve some of our most important challenges continues to grow.”

Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory plans to host its fourth CRISPR meeting next August, when many of the same scientists hope to return.

“It’s great that you can see how the field and scientific community as a whole is evolving,” Sheltzer said.

Doudna appreciates the history of Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, including her own experiences. As a graduate student in 1987, Doudna came across an unassuming woman walking the campus in a teeshirt: Nobel Prize winner Barbara McClintock. “I thought, ‘Oh my gosh, this is someone I revere,” Doudna recalled. “That’s what life is like” at the lab.

Brokowski also plans to attend the conference next year. “I’m very interested in learning about all the promises CRISPR will offer,” she said. She is curious to see “whether there might be more discussion about ethical and regulatory aspects of this technology.”

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Horoscopes of the week LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Waking up feeling optimistic and energized is a great thing, Libra. On top of it you may be surprised to find that someone has a crush on you.

Go out if you’re single.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, if restlessness sneaks up on you, look for new opportunities to add a bit of excitement. It could be taking an online course in a subject that interests you or a vacation.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Something you read in a book may prove to be an “ah ha” moment for you, Sagittarius. You may have a new perspective on life and be excited to make changes.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, you may be feeling that someone close to you is ill or not himself or herself. These intuitions will not cease until you check out the situation for yourself.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, a desire to learn new things may be very strong for you right now. It is never too late to return to school and finish a degree or to begin pursuit of a new one.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, don’t take love too personally this week, especially if your romantic partner has been playing it cool. Things will come around.

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 This week you may feel more rooted in the past than the present, Aries. Feeling nostalgic for old times, including the people and places of your past, is healthy.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 People move in and out of your social circle. It’s a natural transition that everyone experiences.

Embrace opportunities to meet new and interesting people.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, if you take a trip down memory lane at some point, don’t be surprised if family members dominate your thoughts. Think about rekindling a lost relationship.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, you may run into an old flame over the course of the week. In preparation, be sure to leave the house looking your best. This will help boost your confidence.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 You may feel that life has gotten a tad dull, Leo. It is time to do something about that. Try a new restaurant. Engage in a new hobby. Connect with new friends.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Spirituality and religion may be on your mind, Virgo.

You may want to figure out how to embrace your values and beliefs, as they can improve your life.

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Robin's Wish documentary pays tribute to Robin Williams REVIEWED BY JEFFREY SANZEL

Robin Williams was a true artistic genius.

A comedian and actor unlike any other, his persona graced film, television, and the stage, both stand-up and legitimate. His range of comedic and dramatic roles as well as his voiceover work made him unique even amongst the most versatile performers.

Bursting onto the scene with the sitcom Mork & Mindy, he went on to memorable roles in The World According to Garp, Good Morning, Vietnam, Dead Poets Society, Aladdin, Mrs. Doubtfire; and many others.

Now a new documentary by Tylor Norwood, Robin's Wish, explores the performer's final days.

On August 11, 2014, the world was shocked by the 63-year-old’s death by suicide. Immediately following this heartbreaking event, speculation as to the cause was rampant. Among the explanations that were discussed included depression hearkening to his long struggle with drug addiction, frustration with what he perceived as the onset of Parkinson’s, and the “sad clown syndrome” often associated with comedians and comedic actors.

[The film] only makes us yearn for a larger and more complete portrait of a complex and exceptional man.

None of these turned out to be correct.

It was revealed that Williams had been suffering from undiagnosed Lewy body dementia. According to the Mayo Clinic, Lewy body dementia is "… the second most common type of progressive dementia after Alzheimer's disease dementia. Protein deposits, called Lewy bodies, develop in nerve cells in the brain regions involved in thinking, memory and movement

(motor control). Lewy body dementia causes a progressive decline in mental abilities. People with Lewy body dementia may experience visual hallucinations and changes in alertness and attention. Other effects include Parkinson's disease-like signs and symptoms such as rigid muscles, slow movement and tremors."

The tragic fact is that Williams had all of these symptoms. He was aware that something was wrong but could not articulate what he was going through, gradually manifesting increasingly odd and startling behaviors.

Those looking for a documentary that delves into Williams’ life will be disappointed. Little is explored in his earlier career, his meteoric rise to stardom, and his incredible body of work, as well as the darker moments in his journey. There is only the smallest nod towards his addictions and eventually sobriety. It does share accounts from his time overseas, entertaining the troops and visiting hospitals. This gives a small glimpse into what is most likely a much larger and richer story.

The film focuses mainly on the last two years of his life, only reaching back to about 2011 and his marriage to his third wife, Susan Schneider, who is the driving force and main storyteller of the film. How they met and the growth of their relationship is offered but little else in his personal or public life prior to this is touched upon.

Much of the emphasis is placed on two of his last projects: the film Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb and the television show The Crazy Ones. His colleagues talk with great respect for his work and love for him a person. In retrospect, they all had varying degrees of awareness that something was off, including

his bouts of insecurity as well as a new found challenge in learning and retaining lines. It is a tribute to their feelings for Williams that none of this came out during these two processes.

The balance of the film is taken up with alternating between doctors and scientists explaining the nature of the disease and Schneider’s mix of guilt and sadness as she relates his gradual disintegration. Her love for Williams comes through and the importance of telling his story is clearly present.

The goal of the film is a noble one: It is bringing awareness to a terrible and deadly disease. However, much of it feels padded out. The interviews are repetitive, with people covering the same ground.

The individual accounts are broken up as an attempt to make them look more varied and expansive but it doesn’t quite land.

In particular, interviews with Williams’ neighbors have a strange “we knew there was something wrong in the house” quality that seems out of step with the film’s objective.

In addition to some archival clips, there is an overly generous use of recreative footage that gives the whole piece the look of an exploitive crime recreation or a behind-theautopsy show. This unnecessary stuffing cheapens the film, which would have benefited from either cutting its already short running time of an hour and a quarter or expanding it to a fuller exploration of the life of an American artist.

Robin’s Wish, while strong in purpose, only makes us yearn for a larger and more complete portrait of a complex and exceptional man.

Not rated, Robin's Wish is streaming on demand.

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The Dietary Guidelines for Americans describes a healthy diet as one that emphasizes fruits, vegetables, lean meats, poultry, fish, beans, eggs, nuts, whole grains and fat-free or low-fat milk products. It should be low in saturated fat, trans fat, cholesterol, salt and added sugar. * Eat more fruits and vegetables by setting freshly washed and prepared produce on the kitchen counter or at eye level in the fridge.

Pick brightly-colored foods in the produce aisle. These are high in antioxidants and make a more appealing plate. At every meal, make sure half your plate is made up of fruit and vegetable servings. * One-fourth of your plate at every meal should be made up of grains, such as wheat, rice, oats, cornmeal or barley. People who eat whole grains as part of a healthy diet have a reduced risk of some chronic diseases. * The remaining one-fourth of your plate should be lean or low-fat cuts of meat, plantbased protein or seafood.

Have healthy snacks on hand

Eating small meals throughout the day is good for your metabolism, but eating the right things like fruit, salad, or freshly squeezed juices not from concentrate is what matters most.

Get regular exercise

The Department of Health and Human Services recommends an adequate amount of exercise every day. * Get at least 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity every week. For best results, spread the time out over several days. * Do strength training exercises at least twice a week. Lifting weights builds muscle, which means the body burns more calories — even at rest. * It’s important to keep in mind that when people are active, they produce more free radicals. The antioxidants found in supplements can help buffer the negative effects of the workout.

Stop smoking

Smoking is bad, period. If you’re a smoker, quit for better health—not just for yourself, but for your family and friends. If you don’t smoke, stay that way.

Get enough sleep

People often cut back on their sleep for work, for family demands, or even to watch a good show on television. However, when you stay up late you tend to eat more junk food and you may be at an increased risk for obesity, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease and stroke and poor mental health.

Work to incorporate each step into your daily routine until you reach your goal of good health.

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Confronting the potential onset of memory loss

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o two individuals are the same, but many men and women encounter similar changes as they approach their golden years. As adults get closer to retirement, their eyeglass prescriptions may need to get a little stronger and their workouts may need to be a little less intense as their bodies adjust to the physical challenges of aging.

Many changes associated with aging don’t affect seniors’ ability to live independently.

However, one common concern for older adults is the potential decline of their cognitive health, which can compromise their ability to get through their daily lives without some form of assistance.

According to the National Institute on Aging, many older adults worry about memory loss as they age. The Alzheimer’s Association notes that voicing concerns about memory loss can make those worries seem more real. That fear may compel some aging men and women to write off memory loss as a minor side effect of getting older.

And in many instances, memory loss is not severe and not indicative of the onset of dementia or Alzheimer’s disease.

However, it is important for aging men and women to seek support if they are concerned about their memory or any changes in the way they’re thinking or behaving. The Alzheimer’s Association recommends aging adults take a threepronged approach to memory loss the moment they notice any changes in their memory or behaviors.

Assess the situation

Start making a list of any changes you notice each day. Changes could be related to memory, thought patterns or behaviors.

Note anything that feels abnormal or is causing you concern.

A good assessment also will involve careful consideration of any and all potential factors that may be behind your concerns. Is something other than aging going on? Family stress or a recently diagnosed medical condition can lead to the same issues many people associate with dementia or Alzheimer’s.

Take note of anyone who has shared concerns about your memory loss, thought patterns or behaviors. It’s not always easy

to hear loved ones express such concerns, but they should not be ignored.

Have a conversation

Many people find it helpful to discuss their concerns with a loved one rather than going it alone. Don’t delay such conversations, but try to figure out how you will approach them in advance.

After discussing your concerns with a trusted loved one, ask this person to accompany you when you discuss these concerns with your doctor. Having a loved one accompany you when visiting the doctor can calm your nerves, and this person can serve as a backup who can ask the doctor any questions or share any concerns you may forget to ask or bring up.

Reach out for help

The Alzheimer’s Association is a reliable source of information that can be

accessed online at www.alz.org and over the phone at 1-800-272-3900. Individuals also can find local resources by visiting www.alz.org/CRF. Many individuals are scared to confront the potential onset of memory loss. But no one has to make such a journey alone.

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Who should be screened for lung cancer?

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ung cancer is a formidable and often deadly disease. According to the World Health Organization, lung cancer is the most common cause of cancer deaths across the globe, annually claiming the lives of more than 1.75 million people.

Certain lifestyle choices can greatly reduce a person's risk for lung cancer. For example, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention notes that cigarette smoking is the number one risk factor for lung cancer, linked to about 80 to 90 percent of lung cancer deaths in the United States. People who choose not to smoke cigarettes or smokers who decide to quit can greatly reduce their risk for lung cancer.

Lung cancer screening is another choice people can make to reduce their risk of dying from lung cancer. Understanding screening, including what it involves, who should be screened and what its risks are, can help anyone concerned about lung cancer make the most informed decision possible.

The Foundation for Lung Cancer notes that lung cancer screening involves testing with a low-dose computed tomography, which is sometimes referred to as low-dose CT or LDCT. This test is the only lung cancer

screening test recommended by the CDC. During the test, patients lie on a table and an X-ray machine uses a low dose of radiation to make detailed images of the lungs. The screening takes just a few minutes and is not invasive or painful.

According to the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, people who meet certain criteria should be screened with LDCT every year.

Those criteria include people between the ages of 55 and 80; people who are current smokers or have quit within the past 15 years; and people who have a history of heavy smoking.

The Foundation for Lung Cancer notes that the formula for calculating a 30-pack year history can help people determine if they have histories of heavy smoking. That formula takes the number of packs smoked per day multiplied by the number of years smoking. So someone who has smoked one pack a day for 30 years has a 30-pack year history, while someone who has smoked two packs a day for 15 years has a 30-pack year history as well. Each person would be considered a heavy smoker.

The CDC notes that there are at least three risks associated with lung cancer screening:

False-positive result: Lung cancer screenings sometimes indicate a person has lung cancer even when there is no cancer present. This false-positive result can trigger follow-up tests and surgeries that are unnecessary and potentially risky.

Overdiagnosis: Lung cancer screening tests sometimes find cases of cancer that may never have caused problems for the patient.

Known as overdiagnosis, this situation can lead to treatment that is unnecessary.

Cancer risk: The radiation from repeated lung cancer screenings can cause cancer in otherwise healthy people.

Lung cancer screenings can detect lung cancer at its most treatable stage. Individuals, especially those with a history of smoking, should discuss such screenings with their physicians.

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Data from a study published in the "Early Childhood Education Journal" from the American Heart Association shows children diagnosed as overweight between 7 and 13 years old may develop heart disease as early as age 25. However, preventative steps taken in early childhood can help reduce this risk.

Keeping young children healthy while at home during the pandemic requires extra attention to their nutrition, physical activity and screen time. Programs like the American Heart Association's Healthy Way to Grow, a national, science-based, early childhood technical assistance program, provide educational resources to help communities, educators and caregivers improve practices and policies for obesity prevention.

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Less than 1% of children have ideal diets, and under 10% have reasonably healthy diets, according to the American Heart Association. On any given day, 27% of 2and 3-year-olds don't eat a vegetable; among those who do, fried potatoes, which are high in fat and lower in nutrients, are most common. In fact, data shows kids eat less nutritious foods up to age 19.

Children should consume a variety of

foods daily, including vegetables, fruits, nuts, whole grains, low-fat or fat-free dairies, lean vegetable or animal protein and fish. At the same time, kids should minimize trans fats, processed meats, refined carbohydrates and sweetened beverages.

Consistently timed meals and pairing new foods with choices they already enjoy are two ways to help form healthier habits.

Be aware that healthy choices should apply throughout the day, not only for meals but also snacks and beverages. Eating together as a family provides an opportunity to model healthy eating and encourage children to try new foods. Also make water available and accessible to children throughout the day.

For infants, feeding provides nutrition for their physical and mental growth. Healthy babies usually double their birth weight between 4 and 5 months of age. Infants and children with congenital heart disease and congestive heart failure or cyanosis (blueness) tend to gain weight slower. An 8-ounce-1pound gain in a month may be an acceptable weight gain for a baby with a heart defect.

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Only about 20% of kids perform enough activity to meet physical activity recommendations. Whether you're working with children in a childcare setting or at home, look for ways to incorporate lesson plans that offer learning experiences about healthy eating and physical activity, and ensure the daily schedule includes ample active playtime.

All children, including infants, have at least two outdoor active playtimes daily, weather and air quality permitting. Toddlers should engage in 60 to 90 minutes while 120 minutes of daily active play is recommended for preschoolers. Half the time should be structured and led by a teacher or caregiver while the remaining playtime should be unstructured and up to the child.

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Safety Steps for Spooky Fun

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raditional family activities like trick-ortreating create fun moments and memories, but the effects of COVID-19 on this Halloween will bring about change for the spooky excitement.

You can still ensure a special night for your little ones and all the ghouls, goblins and ghosts in your neighborhood by following safety measures aimed at keeping everyone healthy on All Hallows' Eve. Consider these tips for safe trick-or-treating from the experts at the National Safety Council and leading candy maker, Mars Wrigley.

Before

■ Buy individually wrapped candy to hand out to trick-or-treaters. Fun-size packs are one of the easiest forms of candy for trick-or-treaters to grab and go.

■ Create fun, individual candy goody bags for a no-touch option for trick-or-treaters.

■ Make sure your yard is well-lit; replace any burnt-out light bulbs.

■ Create signs encouraging trick-or-treaters to stay 6 feet apart and display them in your yard.

■ Don't hand out treats if you are not feeling well.

■ Consider socially distanced options such as "trunkor-treating," during which prepackaged goodies are handed out, or a virtual costume parade.

During

■ Make trick-or-treating care packs with hand sanitizer, disinfectant wipes and extra face masks.

■ Help little ones clean their hands throughout the night.

■ Maintain a distance of 6 feet from other groups of trick-or-treaters, allowing one group to collect candy at a time.

■ Wear face masks and reflective tape or clothing and carry flashlights or glow sticks if you're walking in the dark.

■ Do "mask checks." Stop in a safe place and make sure young children's masks are covering their mouths and noses.

■ Use sidewalks and crosswalks. Don't cross the street between cars and be as visible as possible as drivers may be distracted.

■ Consider setting up a grab-and-go "candy corner" for visitors, inclusive of hand sanitizer and treats.

After

■ Wash your hands when you get home.

■ Sanitize candy wrappers before eating or let it sit for 24 hours.

■ Follow the "when in doubt, throw it out" rule.

Throw away any candy that is open, ripped or has torn packaging, an unusual appearance or pinholes.

Discard any homemade items made by people you don't know.

■ Watch for choking hazards. If you have a young child, make sure candy he or she collected isn't a choking hazard. If it is, discard it.

■ Keep candy away from pets, especially chocolate and sugar-free gum, which can be poisonous for your furry friends.

Handing out treats from home

If you're staying home to hand out treats to the superheroes, ghosts, princesses and other little guests that arrive on your doorstep, consider these ideas to encourage safety and fun: * Minimize the number of hands reaching into a bowl. Find fun, hands-free ways to give candy to trick-or-treaters. You can place candy on your lawn or driveway, so trick-or-treaters don't have to crowd around your front door, touch handrails or knock. * Move out of the way any items that children could trip over and keep pets inside. * Stand outside when handling treats, wear a mask and use hand sanitizer often. Consider keeping a large bottle of sanitizer near you for visitors to use as well. * Allow one small group at a time at your door. * Give out one set of treats at a time to minimize hands reaching into a common bowl.

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Signs of pancreatic cancer A s men and women age, their risk for various diseases increases. Such is the case with pancreatic cancer, which the Cancer Patient Alliance notes is most often diagnosed in adults between the ages of 60 and 80.

Pancreatic cancer is the most aggressive and least funded of the major cancers.

In fact, the CPA notes that 80 percent of pancreatic cancer patients are diagnosed with the disease in its terminal stage. And though pancreatic cancer might once have been predominantly associated with men, the CPA notes that the once-significant gap between male and female patients with the disease has narrowed considerably in recent years. Annual estimates from the National Pancreatic Cancer Foundation suggest a roughly 50-50 split in new diagnoses among men and women.

That pancreatic cancer is often diagnosed in its late stages only highlights the importance of learning its potential symptoms. While the NPCF notes that symptoms of pancreatic cancer sometimes do not occur at all, learning the potential symptoms is still vital, as the disease is most treatable when discovered in its early stages.

Symptoms

Symptoms may not appear until pancreatic cancer is in an advanced stage. The NPCF notes that’s one reason why diagnosis tends to be so late and why the disease is so difficult to detect, even in people who take their health very seriously. But men and women who notice any of the following symptoms should bring them to the attention of their physicians immediately.

• Abdominal pain: The CPA notes that a vague mid-abdominal pain is one of the first symptoms of pancreatic cancer.

• Fatigue: Fatigue may be an early symptom of pancreatic cancer, so it’s important that aging men and women do not write off any instances of fatigue as merely a byproduct of getting older. Fatigue is often noticed prior to diagnosis, so taking it seriously is urgent.

• Back pain: Over time, pain in the abdomen may move or radiate into the lower or upper back.

• Yellowing of the skin and of the whites of the eyes • Loss of appetite • Significant loss of weight in a 30- to 60-day span • Depression • Digestive issues: The pancreas is part of the digestive system, and the CPA notes that as many as 40 percent of pancreatic cancer patients report nausea and vomiting.

• Itching

Many of the symptoms noted above may be byproducts of pancreatic cancer treatments, but they also may appear prior to diagnosis. So it’s important that they be treated seriously and reported to a physician immediately.

Pancreatic cancer poses a significant threat to both men and women. Learning to recognize signs of the disease and what to do should they appear may improve patients’ prognosis.

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FOCUS ON HEALTH

Top tips to get ready to run

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ou’ve made the decision to get in shape, and whether your goal is a full marathon or simply a few laps around the neighborhood, there are a few steps to consider taking before you strap on those shoes and head toward the finish line. Here are a few tips to help get you ready for the big race:

Seek quality sneakers: Feet come in a variety of widths and sizes, so visit a specialty running store to find perfect-fitting sneakers.

These may come with a hefty price tag, but there are no shortcuts for comfort and support while running long distances.

Make a schedule: Try to aim for at least 10 hours of training per week, including

three days where you run and two or three days of other physical activity such as cycling or strength training. To avoid exhaustion, be sure to include at least 1-2 “rest” days per week.

Stick with water: Avoid sports drinks that are loaded with preservatives and sugars. You can’t go wrong with the hydrating power of water. As a rule, try to consume at least 6-8 ounces of water for every 20 minutes you run. Proper hydration after the run is also vital.

Go online: Many websites have training guides for various skill levels or different types of races. If you have a smartphone, look for apps that can take you through dayby-day workouts to get you marathon-ready.

Nutrition: Filling your body with the proper amount of fuel can help ensure finish-line success. Load up on quality carbohydrates, such as beans, peas, wholewheat pastas, whole-grain cereals, apples, brown rice and root vegetables. Protein also plays an important role in a runner’s nutrition, so fill up on lean meats, fish, eggs, low-fat dairy, peanut butter and soy protein sources, as well.

By following these general rules, you’ll be able to focus on achieving your goal and enjoy the thrill of finishing the race.

Before your run

Before you start running, never perform static stretches. Instead, go through a dynamic warm up (moving around) to get your body ready. A good warm up before each run should last between 5 and 10 minutes. ✴ Standing on one leg, swing the other back and forth. Alternate a few times.

Rotate your ankles before swinging. ✴ Walk along, bringing knees up to waist height about ten times each side. ✴ Now do a walking lunge, about 10 steps altogether. ✴ Carry on walking, and every 10 steps hop briskly from one foot to the other, with knees high for 5-10 seconds. Repeat 4 times.

After your run

Rather than just coming to a sudden stop, cool down by walking briskly for a few minutes. When your heartbeat has returned to normal, go through some stretches. Hold each one for about 10 seconds, or until it eases off.

This will gradually return your heart rate to resting level and stretch your muscles to reduce tightness and soreness the following day.

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Improve heart health with daily nutrition from a refrigerator staple

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aking care of your heart requires a commitment to the right routines and smart decisions, but it doesn’t have to be difficult. Simple ingredients already in your kitchen may offer powerful protection to keep your heart healthy.

For example, more than a decade of research shows 100% orange juice and its vitamins and minerals may play a beneficial role in helping lower blood pressure and other risk factors for heart disease.

A study published in the “European Journal of Nutrition” by researchers at Eurecat, Centre Tecnològic de Catalunya, in Reus, Spain provides further support for 100% orange juice’s role in heart health, and offers additional insight into a unique component in orange juice, called hesperidin, that may have antioxidant activity and contribute to orange juice’s cardiovascular benefits.

The study, which was funded by the Florida Department of Citrus, determined that adults with pre- or stage-1 hypertension who drank about 2 cups of 100% orange juice per day saw significant reductions in systolic blood pressure and other markers of heart health and inflammation.

“Nearly half of adults in the United States have high blood pressure,” said Dr. Rosa Walsh, scientific research director at the Florida Department of Citrus. “For those with mild hypertension, including something as simple and pure as 100% orange juice in your daily healthy routine may help make significant improvements in such a prevalent problem.”

Beyond its heart health benefits, many studies, including a National Health & Nutrition Survey published in “Nutrition Journal,” have found that 100% orange juice consumption is associated with higher diet quality and increased levels of key nutrients, including many that are under-consumed, like potassium.

“The vitamin C, antioxidants and potassium found in 100% orange juice can help maintain a healthy blood pressure, which is a big factor in heart health,” said Kaleigh McMordie, RDN and founder of the blog “Lively Table.”

With no added sugar and no fat, cholesterol or sodium, orange juice can help you take advantage of these nutritious benefits from breakfast to dinner with dishes like Poached Salmon with Collard Green Salad, an easy way to add potassium and vitamin C at the family table, especially when paired with an 8-ounce glass of 100% orange juice. For those busy mornings on the go, an Orange Kale Smoothie can be the fuel you need as a filling option with less than five ingredients that’s an excellent source of vitamin C, folate and vitamin K and a good source of potassium and thiamin.

For more information on the heart health benefits of 100% orange juice, visit FloridaJuice.com.

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Poached Salmon with Collard Green Salad

Orange Kale Smoothie

YIELD: Makes 2 servings INGREDIENTS: • 2 cups 100% orange juice • 1/4 cup frozen pineapple • 1 cup kale, tough stems removed • 4 mint leaves DIRECTIONS:

In a large blender, blend the orange juice, frozen pineapple, kale and mint leaves until smooth. Pour into a tall glass.

INGREDIENTS: • 1 1/4 cups orange juice, divided • Nonstick cooking spray • 1 pound salmon filets • 1 cup white wine • 2 cloves garlic, smashed • 2 teaspoons finely grated fresh ginger, divided • 2 tablespoons olive oil • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar • 1 tablespoon finely minced shallot • salt, to taste • pepper, to taste • 1 small bunch collard greens (about 8 ounces), stems and center ribs removed • 1/2 cup toasted, slivered almonds DIRECTIONS:

Preheat oven to 375 F. Spray small glass baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Set salmon in dish.

In small saucepan over high heat,

combine 1 cup 100% orange juice, white wine, garlic and 1 teaspoon grated ginger; bring to simmer. Pour poaching liquid over salmon and cover with aluminum foil.

Poach in oven 15 to 20 minutes, or until salmon is cooked through.

In lidded jar, combine remaining 100% orange juice, remaining grated ginger, olive oil, vinegar and shallot; shake to combine. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.

Cut collard greens into thin ribbons and transfer to large mixing bowl. Pour dressing over collard greens; toss well to combine and fully coat.

Remove salmon from liquid and serve on top of collard greens.

Sprinkle with almonds. Season with additional salt and pepper, to taste, and serve.

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Thursday15

A Wicked Walk at the Vanderbilt

The Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport presents a Night at The Vanderbilt: A Wicked Walk tonight, Oct. 16 and 17 from 5 to 9 p.m. Join them for a sociallydistant spooky walk with actors, festive food, entertainment, and Halloween merchandise for sale! Tickets, sold in half hour increments, are $25 per person, $20 members. Face masks and social distancing practices are mandatory. To register, visit www.vanderbiltmuseum.org. For more info, call 854-5579.

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Oct. 15 to Oct. 22, 2020

Stony Brook University’s Staller Center for the Arts continues its 25th annual Stony Brook Film Festival virtually at 7 p.m. with a screening of The Art of Waiting (in Hebrew with subtitles), a heartwarming, sweetly funny romance-dramedy where a thirty-something Israeli couple develops baby fever, putting their relationship to the test in a frenzy to get pregnant. Preceded by a short film, Waterproof.

An all-access pass is available for $60; individual tickets are also available for $6.

Visit www.stonybrookfilmfestival.com or call 632-2787 for further details.

All Souls Church, 61 Main Street, Stony Brook hosts an evening of Gregorian Chant/ Music of Taizé from 8 to 9 p.m. The historic chapel will be lit with candles and alive with mystical sounds. This is a unique opportunity for reflection and/or silent prayer for people of all faiths (or no faith) searching for a spiritual connection in their lives. Please join them at the end of your day. Masks required and social distancing will apply. Free. Call 516-607-9111.

Friday 16

A Wicked Walk at the Vanderbilt See Oct. 15 listing.

Maker Fair Long Island

The Long Island Explorium in Port Jefferson will partner will other Maker Faires in New York to present a statewide online faire today (Student Day) from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Oct. 17 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. to share the creative work and technical know-how of all kinds of makers. The event will feature demonstrations, performances and how-to workshops from 3D chocolate, cosplay and robots to programming haunted houses, creating cardboard creations and hacking board games. Free. Visit https://makerfaire.com/ empire-maker-faire-2020/ to get started.

Greek Food Take Out Weekend

Virtual Artist Encounter

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

Sunday 18

Virtual Sky Room Talk

Gregorian Chant/Music of Taizé

Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport holds a guided Walk and Talk Tour today and Oct. 18 at noon and 1:30 p.m. Tour the Vanderbilt Estate grounds and gardens during this hour long tour. Masks must be worn for the duration of the tour and social distancing is required. Tickets are $8 adults, $7 seniors/students, $6 children ages 5 and older.

Visit www.vanderbiltmuseum.org to order.

As an alternative to its canceled Greek Festival, the Greek Orthodox Church of the Assumption, 430 Sheep Pasture Road, Port Jefferson will host a Greek Food Take Out Weekend today and Oct. 18 from 1 to 8 p.m. with a sweepstakes drawing on Oct. 18 at 4 p.m. Order delicious Greek food and pastries in advance by calling 473-0894, visiting www.portjeffgreekfest.com or drop by and order from your car.

Stony Brook Film Festival

Join the Cinema Arts Centre for a virtual indepth examination and audience Q&A on the life and work of screen legend Barbara Stanwyck, with a focus on one of her most iconic early roles in the 1931 pre-code mystery, Night Nurse with author Victoria Wilson and Prof. Foster Hirsch at 8 p.m. Tickets are $7, $5 members. To register, visit www. cinemaaartscentre.org.

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Vanderbilt Walk and Talk Tours See Oct. 17 listing.

BABY FEVER The Stony Brook Film Festival presents a virtual screening of the award-winning film, The Art of Waiting, on Oct. 15 at 7 p.m.

Spooky Walk’s Haunted Drive-Thru

Camp Pa-Qua-Tuck, 2 Chet Swezey Drive, Center Moriches hosts a Spooky Walk’s Haunted Drive-Thru fundraiser, a contactless Halloween experience, today, Oct. 17, 23 and 24 from 7 to 10 p.m. Encounter your favorite haunted exhibits, from Club Boogie to Living Hell Hospital to Alice in Zombieland, all while socially distancing in your car. Tickets are $45 per car at www.SpookyWalk.com.

Saturday 17

A Wicked Walk at the Vanderbilt See Oct. 15 listing.

Maker Fair Long Island See Oct. 16 listing.

Spooky Walk’s Haunted Drive-Thru See Oct. 16 listing.

Virtual Volunteer Fair

Comsewogue Public Library in Port Jefferson Station hosts its 10th annual Volunteer Fair for adults and teens online in collaboration with this year’s library-wide Great Give Back Event. Visit www.cplib.org to watch short videos from local organizations describing their mission and volunteer opportunities. Free and open to all. Questions? Call 631-928-1212 and ask for Adult Services.

Outdoor Antiques Sale

Join the Huntington Historical Society for a fall outdoor Antiques Sale on the grounds of the Dr. Daniel W. Kissam House, 434 Park Ave., Huntington from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Browse beautiful antiques from dealers across Long Island. The barn and the Antiques and Collectibles shop will also be open for fabulous finds. Free admission. Face masks are required. Rain date is Oct. 18. Questions?

Call 427-7045.

Outdoor Thrift Market

Drop by Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 Eckernkamp Drive, Smithtown for an outdoor thrift market from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in and around an outdoor tent near their parking lot. Lots of treasures! Proceeds will benefit the center’s wildlife in residence. For more information, call Joe at 901-5911.

Pumpkinmania in Port Jefferson

The Port Jefferson Chamber of Commerce and the Port Jefferson Business Improvement District presents Pumpkinmania, a Halloween event featuring professional pumpkin carving demonstrations and a carved pumpkin contest at 148 East Main St., Port Jefferson from noon to 7 p.m. $5 to enter contest. Judging will be held at 4 p.m.

For more information, call 473-1414. * All numbers are in (631) area code unless otherwise noted.

Greek Food Take Out Weekend See Oct. 17 listing.

‘Crazy Quilts’

Theatre Three in Port Jefferson continues its Off-Stage/On-Line series of short plays at 7 p.m. with Crazy Quilts by Karen Fix Curry and starring Jessica Mae Murphy, Phyllis March, Marci Bing, Renée Santos-Stewart and Christina Muens. The series is directed by Theatre Three’s Artistic Director Jeffrey Sanzel with technical production by Tim Haggerty and Eric J. Hughes.

Free. Visit www.theatrethree.com for more info.

Haunted Tales by Lantern Light

Join the staff at Sunken Meadow State Park, Route 25A and Sunken Meadow Parkway, Kings Park for a family program, Haunted Tales by Lantern Light, from 7:30 to 9 p.m.

Walk along the marsh and beach using lanterns and listen to a few ghost stories along the way!

Wear good walking shoes and bring water if you like. Masks are mandatory and reservations are required by calling 581-1072.

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Winner receives free museum passes! Free to play. $5 suggested donation appreciated. To register, visit cshwhalingmuseum.org.

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Monday 19

Stony Brook Film Festival

Stony Brook University’s Staller Center for the Arts continues its 25th annual Stony Brook Film Festival virtually at 7 p.m. with a screening of the short film “A Simple F*cking Gesture” followed by the feature film “Higher Love.” An all-access pass is available for $60; individual tickets are also available for $6.

Visit www.stonybrookfilmfestival.com or call 632-2787 for further details.

Port Jeff Documentary Series

The Port Jefferson Documentary Fall series continues with an online screening of Through the Night about caregivers who are more than essential workers to children and their families, at 7 p.m. Followed by a recorded Q&A moderated by Tom Needham with director Loira Limbal, and subjects in the film. Fee is $10.

Register at www.portjeffdocumentaryseries. com. Preregistration required by visiting www. portjeffdocumentaryseries.com. For more info, call 473-5220.

Author Talk

Join Book Revue in Huntington for an evening with Marketing Strategist and Long Island Author, Stephanie Hayman as she talks about her new memoir, Surviving My First Decade in Corporate America: How I Made it Through My Twenties in the Workplace live on CrowdCast at 7 p.m. Registration is required for this free event by visiting www. bookrevue.com.

Author Talk

Book Revue in Huntington will host a virtual evening with author Ross Warner and New York Times Bestselling author Alan Paul as they discuss Warner’s new novel, Drunk On Sunday, live on CrowdCast at 7 p.m.

Registration for this free event is required by visiting www.bookrevue.com.

Virtual Movie Trivia Night

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

Visit www.cinemaartscentre.org to register.

Any questions please email Danlovestrivia@ gmail.com.

Tuesday 20 Audubon webinar

Join the Huntington-Oyster Bay Audubon Society for a live webinar via Zoom titled Fall Native Plants for Birds at 7 p.m. Guest speaker Rusty Schmidt will speak about the fall flowering plants that provide nectar sources for butterflies and bees. Register in advance for this free webinar using the following link: https://bit.ly/HOBASOctober

Wednesday 21 ‘Meet Cute Medium’

Theatre Three in Port Jefferson continues its Off-Stage/On-Line series of short plays at 7 p.m. with Meet Cute Medium by Donna Warfield and starring Jessica Contino and Dylan Whelan. The series is directed by Theatre Three’s Artistic Director Jeffrey Sanzel with technical production by Tim Haggerty and Eric J. Hughes. Free. Visit www.theatrethree.com.

The Ward Melville Heritage Organization continues its ‘Let’s Talk Life’ Master Class series with a free lecture by Steve Linden, Newsday columnist for the “Classic Car * All numbers are in (631) area code unless otherwise noted.

Doctor,” and expert in classic, antique and collector vehicle appraisal and restoration, via Zoom at 1 p.m. Registration is required by calling 751-2244.

Thursday 22

Spooky Family Trivia

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The Whaling Museum of Cold Spring Harbor invites both kids and adults to a Spooky Family Trivia night at 7 p.m. Test your knowledge in all things gross and mysterious, from TV shows to weird but true science. Plus, test

Newfield High School, 145 Marshall Drive, Selden hosts an outdoor Craft & Gift Fair on Sunday, Nov. 1 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. to benefit the Middle Country Athletic Booster Club. Vendor applications are available at www. depasmarket.com. For more info, call 846-1459.

Drive In Movie Night

The Smithtown Historical Society, 239 E. Main St., Smithtown hosts an old-fashioned drive in movie night screening of The Haunted Mansion at 7 p.m. Cars are parked on a first come, first serve basis! Gates open at 6 p.m.

Snacks will be available for sale. Suggested donation of $15 per car. Advance registration required by calling 265-6768 or visit their Facebook page.

A Toast to Huntington’s History

Huntington Historical Society’s annual fundraiser has gone virtual! Join them for a Toast to Huntington’s History at 6:30 p.m.

Enjoy a presentation by a wine specialist, a silent auction and four short behind-thescenes presentations including “Secrets of the Vault,” “Surprises from the Archives,” a tour of the newly completed Victorian Parlor at the Conklin House, and a tour of the new exhibit inside the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Building. Experience Huntington’s history from your coach while you help preserve it for future generations. Register at www. huntingtonhistoricalsociety.org.

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Native American Drumming

All Souls Church rectory, 5 Mill Pond Road, Stony Brook hosts a Native American Drumming Meditation event from 7 to 8:45 p.m. Led by elder drummer, Ric Statler, drumming meditation seeks to integrate the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual parts of the human self, creating a state of well-being.

Free. Call 655-7798 for more information.

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RESURRECTION BYZANTINE CATHOLIC CHURCH

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

Catholic ST. GERARD MAJELLA ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH

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

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

MRS. LOUISE DICARLO, FAITH FORMATION DIRECTOR OFFICE: 631-941-4141 X 328 MRS. KATHY VAETH, OUTREACH DIRECTOR/COORDINATOR OFFICE: 631941-4141 X 313 Office Hours:Mon.-Fri. 9am - 4pm; Sat. 9am - 2pm Weekday Masses: Monday to Saturday at 8am Weekend Masses: Saturday (Vigil) 5pm (Youth) Sunday 8am & 9:30 (Family) 11:30am (Choir) re-starting in Oct. BAPTISMS: Contact the Office at the end of the third month of pregnancy to set a date.

MATRIMONY: Contact the Office at least nine months before desired date to set a date.

RECONCILIATION: Saturdays 4 - 4:45pm or by Appointment ANOINTING OF THE SICK: by request.

BEREAVEMENT: 631-941-4141 x 341 OUR DAILY BREAD: Sunday Soup Kitchen 3 pm, closed... reopening TBD FOOD PANTRY OPEN: Wednesdays 12 noon to 2 pm and Sundays 2 pm to 3 pm MISSION STATEMENT We, the Catholic community of the 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 the Jesus’ invitation: to be faithful and fruitful disciples; to be Good Samaritan to (our) neighbor and enemy; stewards of and for God’s creation and living witnesses of Faith, Hope and Charity...so that in Jesus’ name, we may be a welcoming community, respectful of life in all its diversities.

ST. LOUIS DE MONTFORT ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH

75 New York Avenue, Sound Beach, N.Y. 11789 Parish Office: 631-744-8566; FAX 631-744-8611 Parish Website: www.stlouisdm.org Office Hours: Mon., Tues., Thurs.: 9 am to 5 pm Wednesday: 9 am to 8 pm; Friday: 9 am to 4 pm; Saturday: 9 am to 1 pm; Closed on Sunday Mission Statement: To proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ’s love through our active involvement as a parish family in works of Charity, Faith, Worship, Justice and Mercy. ALL ARE WELCOME! No matter what your present status is in the Catholic Church. No matter your family situation. No matter your practice of faith. No matter your personal history, age or background. YOU are invited, respected and loved at St. Louis de Montfort.

REV. MSGR. CHRISTOPHER J. HELLER, PASTOR REV. ALPHONSUS IGBOKWE, ASSOCIATE PASTOR REV. MSGR. DONALD HANSON, IN RESIDENCE REV. FRANCIS PIZZARELLI, S.M.M., PARISH ASSISTANT REV. HENRY VAS, PARISH ASSISTANT Weekday Masses: Monday through Friday: 8:30 am in the Chapel Weekend Masses: Saturday Vigil: 5 pm Sunday: 7:30 am; 9:00 am; 10:30 am; 12 noon.

Baptisms: Most Sundays at 1:30 pm.

Please contact Parish Office for an appointment.

Reconciliation: Sat.: 4-4:45 pm or by appointment.

Anointing of the Sick: by request.

Holy Matrimony: Contact Parish Office at least six months in advance of desired date.

Religious Education: Contact 631-744-9515 Parish Outreach: Contact 631-209-0325 Our Lady of Wisdom Regional School: Contact 631-473-1211.

Catholic Traditional Latin Mass ST. MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL

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

Congregational MT. SINAI CONGREGATIONAL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST

233 North Country Road, Mt. Sinai • 631–473–1582 www.msucc.org • REV. DR. PHILIP HOBSON Take care of yourselves, wash your hands, wear your mask, check on your neighbors.

Grace and Peace, Rev. Phil Worship with us online! Sundays at 10 am (or anytime) on Facebook and YouTube.

Episcopal ALL SOULS EPISCOPAL CHURCH

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

CAROLINE EPISCOPAL CHURCH OF SETAUKET

THE REV. CN. DR. RICHARD D. VISCONTI, RECTOR 1 Dyke Road on the Village Green, Setauket Web site: www.carolinechurch.net email: office@carolinechurch.net • 631–941–4245 Our worship services have resumed with the following schedule: Saturday evening at 5pm: Evening Prayer Sunday morning: 8am Morning Prayer; 9:30 am Morning Prayer with music.

A Eucharistic Healing Service will be held on Thursdays at noon.

Church School Classes now forming; please call the office to register Let God walk with you as part of our familyfriendly community

CHRIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH

127 Barnum Ave., Port Jefferson • 631–473–0273 email: ccoffice@christchurchportjeff.org www.christchurchportjeff.org Church office hours: Tues. - Fri. 9am - 12pm FATHER ANTHONY DILORENZO: PRIEST–IN–CHARGE Check for upcoming information concerning the celebration of Holy Eucharist. For information please call the church office during office hours.

GOD BLESS YOU. Father Anthony DiLorenzo It is the mission of the people of Christ Church to grow in our relationship with Jesus Christ and to make his love known to all through our lives and ministry. We at Christ Church are a joyful, welcoming community. Wherever you are in your journey of life we want to be part of it.

ST. JAMES EPISCOPAL CHURCH

490 North Country Road, St. James, NY 11780 631-584-5560 www.stjamesstjames.org Parish Office email: stjameschurchnyoffice@gmail.com THE REV. IAN C. WETMORE, RECTOR Sunday in-person worship: 8 am Morning Prayer: Rite I (this service is also streamed on Facebook Live at www.facebook.com/ SaintJamesSt.James.NY) 9:30 am Morning Prayer: Rite II-outdoors in the shade in good weather, otherwise indoors Monday-Friday, 8:30 am: Morning Prayer: Rite I In keeping with our Bishop’s guidelines, duration of our services is 30-40 minutes.

Masks and hand sanitizer are available at the entrance.

Please call the church office for information about pastoral care and other church-related activities.

Where is God calling us?

To grow in faith through Scripture and prayer, To build relationships in Christ, To serve one another and the world.

Evangelical THREE VILLAGE CHURCH

To Know Christ and To Make Him Known 322 Main Street, East Setauket www.3vc.org • 631-941–3670 LEAD PASTOR JOSH MOODY Sunday Worship Services are currently suspended until further notice. Please join us virtually and get connected by visiting www.3vc.org.

– Your 3VC church family Join Us As We Celebrate 60 Years Of Proclaiming The Good News Of Jesus Christ!

Greek Orthodox CHURCH OF THE ASSUMPTION

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

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

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Jewish

Religious D irectory

VILLAGE CHABAD

Center for Jewish Life & Learning “Judaism With A Smile” 360 Nicolls Road, East Setauket Next To Fire Dept.

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

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)

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1404 Stony Brook Road, Stony Brook 631-751–8518 • www.tisbny.org A Warm And Caring Intergenerational Community Dedicated To Learning, Prayer, Social Action, And Friendship.

Member Union For Reform Judaism RABBI PAUL SIDLOFSKY CANTOR INTERN EMILY HOOLIHAN EDUCATIONAL DIRECTOR RABBI MICHAEL S. CHURGEL, RJE RABBI EMERITUS STEPHEN A. KAROL RABBI EMERITUS ADAM D. FISHER CANTOR EMERITUS MICHAEL F. TRACHTENBERG Sabbath Services Friday 7:30 pm And Saturday 10 am Religious School • Monthly Family Service Monthly Tot • Shabbat Youth Groups • Senior Club Adult Education Sisterhood Brotherhood • Book Club-More

Lutheran–ELCA HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH AND ANCHOR NURSERY SCHOOL

46 Dare Road, Selden 631-732-2511 Emergency Number 516-848-5386 REV. DR. RICHARD O. HILL, PASTOR ERIC FARET, VICAR Email: office@hopelutheran.com Website: www.hopeluth.com

We have worship services for a limited size congregation on Saturdays at 5 p.m.

Call the church to reserve a place.

We also offer two Parking Lot services on Sundays at 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. and we are livecasting these worship services as well. The service can be accessed in the three ways on the Homepage of our website: www.hopeluth.com. A link is also posted there. Links are also posted on our Facebook “Friends who like Hope Lutheran Church” group. The YouTube channel we use is “Rev Dr Richard O. Hill,” where the service and other items are available.

We have a live Zoom Bible Study on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 1:00 and a Hymn Sing event on Wednesdays at 11 a.m. All are welcome.

We have a “Hope’s Kids” Facebook group for children to use.

Our Food Pantry is open to everyone on Thursdays from 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. for picking up food.

Also, donations can be made from 11 a.m.-noon or by making arrangements by leaving a message on the church answering service.

Offerings to support our ministry can be made at church services and through our website’s “Share God’s Mission” page.

In any emergency, call the pastor at 516-848-5386.

ST. PAUL’S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH

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

We will follow the CDC Guidelines on social distancing and mask wearing. If you have questions, call, text or email Pastor Paul. All or our other activities each week will continue on Zoom.

We continue to serve the Port Jefferson Community Now in our 102nd year

Lutheran–LCMS MESSIAH LUTHERAN CHURCH

Messiah Preschool & Day Care 465 Pond Path, East Setauket 631-751–1775 • www.messiahny.com PASTOR NILS NIEMEIER ASSOCIATE PASTOR STEVE UNGER We are thrilled to announce we are open for worship in the church. Two services at 9 am & 10:30 am. Space is limited so please go to our website (www.messiahny. com) to register or call the church office (631-7511775). See our website for the procedures we will have in place. For those who are not comfortable with going to church, you can still watch the service online.

Go to our website.

We, as a church, are here for you and if you are in need, please call us. Our Pastors are available and you are welcome to call the church to speak to them.

May God keep you safe and shine His light and love upon you.

Methodist

BETHEL AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH

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

ST. JAMES UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

532 Moriches Road, St. James 11780-1316 REV. PRINCE DONKOR, PASTOR 631-584-5340 All are Welcome We have opened our doors once again. 10 am.

We ask that all who enter, please wear a mask.

Thank you all and God Bless you.

SETAUKET UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

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

Presbyterian FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF PORT JEFFERSON

107 South/Main Streets • (631) 473-0147 We are an accepting and caring people who invite you to share in the journey of faith with us.

THE REV. DR. RICHARD GRAUGH Email: office@pjpres.org Website: www.pjpres.org Sunday Worship Service-10 am (Childcare Provided) Christian Education-Sunday School: 10:15 am Coffee and Fellowship 11:15 am Bible Study: Tuesday 3 pm Holy Communion 1st Sunday of the Month Meal Provided by Welcome Friends every Friday at 6 pm Call the church office or visit our website for current activities and events.

NYS Certified Preschool and Daycare The purpose of First Presbyterian Church of Port Jefferson is, with God’s help, to share the joy and good news of Jesus Christ with the congregation, visitors and the community at large; to provide comfort to those in need and hope to those in despair; and to seek justice for all God’s people.

SETAUKET PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

5 Caroline Avenue ~ On the Village Green 631- 941-4271 Celebrating and Sharing the love of God since 1660.

THE REV. KATE JONES CALONE, INTERIM PASTOR THE REV. ASHLEY MCFAUL-ERWIN, COMMUNITY OUTREACH PASTOR Prayer service 8:30 am (Outside, byo chair) Our creative Worship Service at 9:30 am streamed from our website: Setauketpresbyterian.org Sunday School via Zoom Sundays at 10:30 am Adult Interest groups via Zoom.

Youth Group for grades 7-12 via Zoom, (Open to the community) Bell Choir returns! All ringers welcome Our Outreach Programs are Continuing!

Setauket Presbyterian Pre-School, ages 2-5 www.setauketpreschool.org Open Door Exchange (furniture ministry) opendoorexchange.org 631-751-0176 For all program information visit our website for Zoom links, email the church office: Setauketpresbyterian@verizon.net • Follow us on FB

Quakers RELIGIOUS SOCIETY OF FRIENDS

4 Friends Way, St. James 631–928-2768 • www.cbquakers.org We gather in silent worship seeking God • the Inner Light • Spirit. We are guided by the Quaker testimonies of simplicity, peace, integrity, community, equality, and stewardship. Weekly coffee and fellowship, monthly discussions, Religious Education for children.

During this time when we are asked not to gather together physically, we are gathering online for worship.

Please see our website (www.consciencebayquakers.org) for information about joining in. All are welcome.

Unitarian Universalist UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP AT STONY BROOK

380 Nicolls Road, East Setauket, NY 11733 631–751–0297 www.uufsb.org • office@uufsb.org REV. MARGARET H. ALLEN (minister@uufsb.org) We are a religious community that seeks diversity, individual spiritual growth, social and economic justice.

Sunday Service: 10:30 am – visit www.uufsb.org for the weekly link to our online services while we cannot gather in person Children’s Sunday Religious Education Classes resume in the fall.

Our website also offers information about other activities we are currently holding online, such as our Humanist Discussion Group and meditative & wellness arts classes

Would You Like to Join Our Religious Directory?

For More Information Please Call 631-331-1154

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

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COOKING COVE

Meatloaf: A dinner winner

bowl, combine the meat, bread crumbs and eggs; stir and toss to thoroughly combine. Spray a shallow baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.

Transfer mixture to center of pan and shape into a loaf; spread ketchup on top. Bake until cooked through, about 60 minutes. Slice and serve hot with mashed potatoes and a green vegetable.

BY BARBARA BELTRAMI

I know someone who is very sophisticated, has traveled all over the world and dines in the finest restaurants. She recently reached a milestone birthday and guess what she requested for dinner? Meatloaf! I suspect many of us would do likewise because I can’t think of another dish that’s more a comfort food. I know that most recipes call for a generous inclusion or slathering of ketchup. However, the best meatloaf I’ve ever had was made by my Aunt Ginny who used to lace hers with torn pieces of wet white bread and then drenched the meat loaf in tomato sauce part way through the baking. For many years I’ve been trying to recreate it, but haven’t been able to quite duplicate it. In my attempts I’ve come up with some pretty good meatloaf recipes, and the ones I like best do use tomato sauce. And by the way, not only is meatloaf a wonderful dinner entree but it also makes a great sandwich.

Classic Meatloaf

YIELD: Makes 6 to 8 servings INGREDIENTS: • 2 tablespoons olive oil • 3 onions, chopped • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste • 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce

Aunt Ginny’s Meatloaf

YIELD: Makes 6 to 8 servings INGREDIENTS: • 3 tablespoon vegetable oil • 2 onions, chopped • Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste • One 14-ounce can tomato sauce • 2 pounds ground chuck • 1 pound ground pork • 1 cup unflavored bread crumbs • 3 slices white sandwich bread • 2 eggs, beaten DIRECTIONS:

Classic Meatloaf METRO photo • 1/3 cup beef broth • 1 tablespoon tomato paste • 3 pounds ground chuck • 2/3 cup unflavored bread crumbs • 3 eggs, beaten • Nonstick cooking spray • 1/2 cup ketchup DIRECTIONS:

Preheat oven to 350 F. In medium skillet, warm olive oil over medium low heat; add onions, salt and pepper and cook, stirring frequently, until onions are wilted, about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from heat, add Worcestershire sauce, broth and tomato paste, stir and set aside to cool. In a large

Preheat oven to 375 F. In medium skillet, warm oil over medium heat. Add onions and salt and pepper, and stirring frequently, cook until onion is transparent, about 5 to 7 minutes. Soak bread slices in cold water just until soggy, remove but do not squeeze dry; tear into bite-size pieces.

In large bowl combine onions, half a cup of the tomato sauce, the meat, bread crumbs, bread pieces and eggs; toss lightly. Transfer mixture to shallow baking pan. Shape into rectangle and bake 40 minutes, until brown on top; pour

remaining tomato sauce over loaf and continue baking until sauce is bubbly and meat is cooked through, about 15 to 20 minutes. Slice and serve hot with buttered broad noodles and a salad.

My Meatloaf

YIELD: Makes 6 to 8 servings INGREDIENTS: • 2 onions, chopped • 1 large tomato, diced • 1 Italian frying pepper, seeded and minced • 6 to 8 fresh mushrooms, cleaned and minced • 3 pounds ground beef • 1 cup unflavored bread crumbs • 3 slices white sandwich bread • 3 eggs, beaten • Salt and pepper to taste • One 8-ounce can tomato sauce • Nonstick cooking spray DIRECTIONS:

Preheat oven to 375 F. Soak bread slices in water just until soggy, remove but do not squeeze dry; tear into bite-size pieces. In large bowl combine onions, tomato, pepper, mushrooms, beef, bread crumbs, bread, eggs, salt and pepper.

Spray a nonstick shallow baking dish with nonstick cooking spray; transfer mixture to pan and shape into rectangle. Bake 40 minutes, until brown on top; pour tomato sauce over top and continue baking until sauce is bubbly and meat is cooked through, about 15 to 20 minutes more. Slice and serve hot with baked potato and winter squash.

OPEN EVERY DAY – 7 DAYS A WEEK 8 am-6 pm OUR SAFETY PROCEDURES ARE STILL IN PLACE

We are open for regular shopping between these hours with a few changes in our operation.

We are limiting the amount of people inside the store at one time. During a busy time you may be asked to wait for someone to come out before going inside. We are not allowing walk up service at the deli counter, we are instead asking you to call your order in allowing up to one hour in advance. The order will be waiting for you when you arrive, this way there are no lines forming for deli service. We also still slice our deli express line fresh every day, allowing for quick grab and go service. We are requiring face masks while inside the store to keep our customers and employees safe.

FALL IS HERE AND MUMS AND PUMPKINS ARE IN!!

We Have Pumpkin Pies & Pumpkin Muffins New Crop New York Fall Apples and Apple Cider

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SHELTER PETS OF THE WEEK MEET DALE AND BRENNAN!

ART EXHIBIT

Nightmare on Main Street

returns to haunt Huntington

Dale

Brennan

This week's shelter pets are Dale and Brennan, two 6-month-old orange tabby cats currently waiting at the Smithtown Animal Shelter to be adopted.

These handsome, bonded brothers came to the shelter about two months ago with severe upper respiratory infections. After some TLC, they are now healthy and ready for their happily ever after together. These gentle mushes love to cuddle together and get affection from people too. They were very shy when they arrived at the shelter, but

have warmed up to everyone. They would do best in a quieter home. They come neutered, microchipped and are up to date on all their vaccines.

If you are interested in meeting these brothers, please call ahead to schedule an hour to properly interact with them in the shelter’s Meet and Greet Room. The Smithtown Animal & Adoption Shelter is located at 410 Middle Country Road, Smithtown. For more information, please call 631-360-7575 or visit www. smithtownanimalshelter.com.

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t wouldn't be Halloween in Huntington without the Huntington Arts Council's (HAC) annual Nightmare on Main Street show. Now in its 9th year, the juried student art exhibit is on display in the HAC's Main Street Gallery, 213 Main Street, Huntington and on its website (www.huntingtonarts. org) from Oct. 16 to Nov. 7.

Students in grades 6 to 12 were invited to submit art inspired by the theme of Halloween. For inspiration, juror Raquel Skellington asked, "Halloween is everybody's favorite time of year to experience new things and get out of their comfort zones.

It's one of the greatest times for creative inspiration, the changing of the seasons, the spooky atmosphere, to bring to life some of our greatest creative endeavors.

October 31 is the day where everybody can embody their favorite hero or their greatest fear. Paper and pen, paints and brushes, or costume and makeup, what method will you choose to bring your greatest creative idea to life?"

Congratulations to all of the students accepted into this show: Mia Bacchi, Fiorella Benitez, Sofia Bertolotti, Anna Bielawski, Jesse Boxenhorn, Ronald Cheng, Sofia Orellana Contreras, Paul Coppola, Giuliana Corliss, Olivia DeFeo, Sayra Fernandez, Taryn Gerlach, Calista Gipson, Shane Halleran, Meghan Hanley, Davan Howard, Corinne Lafont, Katelyn Lalehzar, Suah Lee, Liz Angela Lopez, Vincent Maio, Gianna Mancusi, Madeline Marcus, Emma Martensen, Vita Mazza, Thalia Merseburg, Delia Miles, Daniella Pedi, Marissa Reichelscheimer, Vivien Reyes, Tony Salinas, Ivette Sanchez, Natalie Schiff, Leo Schindler, Chloe Sealove, Serena Sellers, Sajjal Shah, Adriana Shields, Ellie Smith, Brooke Speicher, Aiyanna Torres, Cindy Wang, Isabella Weber, Jasmine Weston, and Elan Ben Yosef.

"It's been such a joy to judge and go through these Spooktacular entries!

Everyone clearly put their imagination to work and really produced some creative pieces," said Skellington.

"It is remarkable that Nightmare on Main Street is in its 9th year and still going strong.

This show is a testament to the students

Above, Caught Red Handed, digital photography and manipulation by Jesse Boxenhorn of Dix Hills; below, What's Underneath, photograph and photoshop by Ellie Smith of Greenlawn Images from HAC

and teachers who support the desire and eagerness to create," said Executive Director of Huntington Arts Council, Marc Courtade.

"We have 46 pieces in the show and the work does not disappoint! Students from across Long Island are participating with work reflecting a variety of media. The imagery is strong and both playful and haunting. We hope you will take the time to stop in and see for yourself the terrific work that these students have created. Our gallery continues to follow safety protocols, all of which are listed on our website," he added.

The Main Street Gallery, 213 Main St., Huntington will present Nightmare on Main Street through Nov. 7. Hours are Tuesday to Friday, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and some Saturdays. Social distancing and masks are required at all times. Please call 631-2718423 to schedule your visit.

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THEATER REVIEW

SPAC's Halloween show, Spookley the Square Pumpkin, is the pick of the patch

BY HEIDI SUTTON

The cast: Gabrielle Arroyo, Ava Bernardo, Gabby Blum, Kieran Brown, Max Lamberg, Emmerson Lebrecht, Stephanie Nigro, Dylan O'Leary, Logan O'Leary, Adrienne Porti, Savannah Shaw, Ari Spiegel, and Justin Walsh Wiener

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n perfect harmony with autumn and Halloween, a special little pumpkin patch has sprouted in Smithtown; one that sings and dances and teaches us that the things that make you different make you special.

In partnership with the Smithtown Historical Society, the Smithtown Center for the Performing Arts presents a socially distant outdoor production of Spookley the Square Pumpkin: The Musical on the society’s grounds through October.

Based on the animated film Spookley the Square Pumpkin by Joe Troiano and Tom Hughes and the book The Legend of Spookley the Square Pumpkin by Troiano, it tells the story of a square pumpkin living in a round pumpkin patch and his struggle to fit in.

It’s Halloween and all of the pumpkins at Holiday Hill Farm are hoping that Farmer Hill will choose them as the Pick of the Patch this year, the highest honor a pumpkin can receive.

Jack Scarecrow introduces the audience to the top contenders — Big Tom and Little Tom who are attached by a vine and Bobo the perfectly round and pretty pumpkin. When a square pumpkin named Spookley appears from under a leaf he is immediately bullied by Little Tom who convinces the other pumpkins to shun him because he looks different.

Kieran Brown, center, stars as Spookley in the Smithtown Center for the Performing Arts' latest outdoor production at the Smithtown Historical Society. Photo by Courtney Braun

Spookley makes friends with Jack and three spiders, Edgar, Allen and Poe, who encourage him to try out for the Pick of the Patch contest but he has lost his confidence because of the constant teasing. When a mighty storm appears and all the round pumpkins start rolling away toward

KIDS KORNER

the river, Spookley realizes it is up to him and his square shape to save the day. Will they stop teasing him now? Will he win the contest?

Directed by Jordan Hue, with musical direction by Melissa Coyle, choreography

by Courtney Braun and costumes by Ronnie

Programs

Book launch event

Join the Whaling Museum in Cold Spring Harbor for a virtual Fun Friday workshop, Ocean Lotions, on Oct. 16 at 4 p.m. Learn about the many weird ways whales were used historically in cosmetics and discover how to create animal-friendly sugar and salt scrubs using materials found at home. You’ll need 2 small empty jars, salt, sugar, olive oil, and food extract. Free. $5 suggested donation appreciated. To register, visit cshwhalingmuseum.org.

The Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport will host a book launch for authors Ed Clampitt and Ellen Mason's new children's book, Patches and Stripes, on Oct. 17 and 18, outside the Vanderbilt Carriage House from noon to 3 p.m. Meet the authors and illustrator Olga Levitskiy. Books are $10 each. All proceeds will benefit the Museum. Also, earth science and astronomy demonstrations will be held on the grounds from noon to 5 p.m. For more information, call 854-5579 or visit www.vanderbiltmuseum.org.

Pumpkin Fun

Lights On: Daytime Wicked Walk

Ocean Lotions

Meet the authors and illustrator of Patches and Stripes: A 'Vanderbilt Magic' Story at the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum this weekend. Image from Vanderbilt Museum

Green, the professional young cast of 13 give a flawless performance and succeed in bringing this sweet treat and its important message to life during National Bullying Prevention Month.

Special mention must be made of Kieran Brown who is perfectly cast as the soft-spoken and kind Spookley and Max Lamberg as Little Tom who steals the show with his incredible personality. This adorable show has it all — a terrific cast, wonderful songs and an important lesson. Your kids will love it!

The Smithtown Center for the Performing Arts presents Spookley the Square Pumpkin: The Musical in the open air outdoor performance space behind the Smithtown Historical Society’s Roseneath Cottage, 239 Middle Country Rd., Smithtown on Saturdays and Sundays through Oct. 31. Running time is one hour with no intermission. Masks are required and costumes are encouraged. Tickets are $18 per person. For a complete schedule and to order tickets, visit www.smithtownpac.org.

Benner’s Farm, 56 Gnarled Hollow Road, Setauket presents a kids workshop, Pumpkin Fun, for ages 4 to 10 on Oct. 17 from 10 a.m. to noon. Try some pumpkins practically every way!

Decorate the, eat them, play pumpkin games and help carve them. Children will leave with a decorated pumpkin.

Masks are mandatory. $40 per child.

Registration required by calling 6898172 or visit www.bennersfarm.com.

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

Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport presents a special Halloween fundraiser for young children and their families on Oct. 17 and 18 from noon to 3 p.m. Join them for a “lights on” version of their socially-distant spooky walk during the daytime with festive food and entertainment. Masks are mandatory. Tickets, which are $10 per person, $5 members, are sold online only, in half-hour increments at www. vanderbiltmuseum.org.

Heckscher Family Hour

Family Hour Sundays at the Heckscher Museum in Huntington, an art program for ages 5 to 10, has been reenvisioned as a virtual Zoom series full of art and fun!

Join museum educator Tami Wood on Oct. 18, Nov. 8 and Dec. 6 from 1 to 2 p.m. in exploring exciting artwork on view at the museum and then create fun at-home art projects using simple materials. $10 per child. Register at www.heckscher.org.

Theater

‘Spookley the Square Pumpkin’

In partnership with the Smithtown Historical Society (SHS), the Smithtown Center for the Performing Arts presents a socially distant performance of “Spookley the Square Pumpkin: The Musical,” the story of a square pumpkin living in a round pumpkin patch, in the open air outdoor space behind the SHS’s Roseneath Cottage, 239 E. Main St., Smithtown on Oct. 17, 18, 24, and 25 at 11 a.m. and 1:15 p.m. and Oct. 18 and 31 at 11 a.m. only.

Costumes are encouraged. All seats are $18 at www.smithtownpac.org.

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Why do I have a constant prickly-tingly feeling in my arm?

OUR EXPERT ANSWERS YOUR QUESTIONS Courtney Pendleton, MD Neurosurgeon specializing in peripheral nerve disorders Stony Brook Neurosciences Institute Stony Brook Medicine

Courtney Pendleton, MD, a neurosurgeon who is fellowship trained in peripheral nerve disorders, explains what peripheral nerves are, problems that can arise with them and how they can be treated.

What are peripheral nerves?

What problems can happen to them?

Peripheral nerve issues fall into three main categories: trauma, tumors and entrapment.

Trauma. Nerves can be injured in lots of different ways; they can be stretched, torn, bruised and cut. Sometimes, it’s possible to

Tumors. People can develop tumors inside their nerves. The nerves are made up of a lot of little strands – about the size of a piece of thin spaghetti. To remove tumors inside the nerves, I move those strands away from the tumor, keeping that part of the nerve safe. Then I can take the tumor out. Most of these tumors are benign (non-cancerous).

Very rarely, people can have malignant tumors – cancers – growing inside their nerves. These are complicated, and we have a large team at Stony Brook to make sure those individuals have the right care from start to finish.

Entrapments. As the nerves go from the spinal cord out to your arms, legs, fingers and toes, they pass through narrow spaces called “tunnels.” If those tunnels are really small, the nerves can get compressed and cause motor, sensory and pain problems like carpal tunnel syndrome of the wrist, which is the most common type. Entrapments can also happen at the elbow (your “funny bone” is actually a nerve entering a tunnel), knee and ankle. Minor surgery can open the tunnel.

Sometimes, people can get inflammation of the nerves. In those cases, I either take a biopsy of a skin nerve (only sensory), or take a small piece of a bigger nerve (motor and sensory) to get information so our medical team can make a diagnosis and develop a treatment plan.

How do I know if I have a peripheral nerve problem?

If you’re experiencing muscle weakness, loss of sensation that’s numb like ice or prickly like your foot being asleep, or burning/ electrical pain – you might have an issue with a peripheral nerve. Sometimes problems in the brain or spine can cause similar symptoms.

Sometimes problems with your joints (hips, knees, shoulders) can cause similar symptoms.

Your primary care team can help decide what specialist is the best fit for your symptoms. I’m happy to see any patient with any peripheral nerve concerns. I’m also trained to perform brain and spine surgery.

Why Stony Brook?

As the only neurosurgeon on Long Island who is fellowship trained in peripheral nerve disorders, I bring new expertise and innovative procedures to Stony Brook and the region. There’s no need to travel far for the latest advances in technology and care. But don’t just take my word for it.

U.S. News & World Report recently ranked Stony Brook University Hospital in the top 4 percent nationwide in Neurology and Neurosurgery. This was out of 1,245 hospitals across the U.S. that offer the same services and met the criteria to be evaluated.

For an appointment with Dr. Pendleton, call (631) 444-1213. Learn more at neuro.stonybrookmedicine.edu This article is intended to be general and/or educational in nature.

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I like to think of the nervous system as a large tree. The spinal cord is the trunk, and travels from your neck all the way down to your tail bone. Along the way it sends off branches – the major peripheral nerves. These nerves give off smaller and smaller branches and twigs that travel all the way down to the tips of your fingers and toes. These are minor peripheral nerves. All these branches and twigs – the peripheral nerves – do three things: they affect your motor skills (muscle strength, movement and power); your sensory skills (ability to feel); and they can trigger pain (usually a burning or “electrical” type of pain).

repair a nerve by sewing the cut ends back together. Sometimes the nerve can’t be repaired, but other nerves can be moved around to help give motor and sensory function back – these are what we call nerve transfers and nerve grafts.

And sometimes, the nerve doesn’t need surgery!

It just needs time to recover.

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OCT. 15 TO OCT. 21, 2020

STONY BROOK UNIVERSITY

Omar King finds home with Stony Brook football and ‘it means the world’ to him

Omar King had one foot in the door at the unemployment office. Then Stony Brook football head coach Chuck Priore called.

King nearly didn’t pick up. Typically, he doesn’t answer the phone if he doesn’t have the number. This time, on his way to file for unemployment, he made an exception.

Priore had an opening on his staff at Stony Brook University ‘I remember and saw King as a watching games solid candidate.

Coming off on Saturdays. I his lone season at Rhode Island, King just picked up had no idea that football and Priore was familiar fell in love with with him. They had met a few times, it and what it but King didn’t looked like.’ think he was on the — OMAR KING radar.

King interviewed with Priore and landed the job in 2014 — first as a defensive backs coach, then beginning the following year as running backs coach.

He now enters his seventh season coaching at Stony Brook. There were many stops and stories along the way.

King found football in a beauty parlor.

Growing up, his parents led a church, with his mother the lead pastor and his father the elder. When his father wasn’t at the church, he was working at an auto shop during the day and in the sanitation department at night.

That meant King spent the majority of his time with his three older sisters in their beauty parlor. He would go straight from school to the parlor to do his homework and spend the day.

Omar King Photo from SBU Athletics

“There was no one really around to take me to the field to play Pop Warner,” he said.

He hadn’t really been exposed to much football anyway, with the bulk of his time spent hanging out at the parlor. That changed when a television was installed in the parlor. Thanks to the TV, King discovered his passion for football.

“I remember watching games on Saturdays,” King said. “I just picked up football and fell in love with it and what it looked like.”

King, then 10 years old, decided to take a football outside the parlor and start playing by himself. At 13, he played his first competitive football with the Springfield Rifles in Queens. A year later, he began playing for his high school team.

After a strong prep career, he joined the St. John’s University football team. As he was entering his sophomore year, he began to take note of the Hofstra University football team. The program was on television every week and was getting solid recognition. King decided to transfer. He played two seasons in a backup role.

From there, King didn’t know what he wanted to do for a career. He took a job working security, but wasn’t getting

the fulfillment he desired. He had a conversation with a friend, who sparked the idea of coaching.

“He said that every time we used to play football as kids, I was coaching them and teaching them the way I wanted things done,” King recalled. “He said, ‘Why don’t you go coach at your old high school?’”

So that’s what King did. On top of getting a job at a school at Rikers Island, he returned to Holy Cross High School, where he discovered a strong passion for coaching.

He served as the offensive coordinator and running backs coach for two seasons before his head coach summoned him for a conversation. A running backs coach job had opened up at Iona College, and his high school coach suggested King apply.

He got the job and spent five seasons in New Rochelle. He spent the next five years at LIU Post coaching running backs, but then was faced with a big life decision. King was married and had a son and a stepdaughter, and money was becoming tight.

“It was at a point where you’re either getting gas or you’re getting lunch,” he said.

“If I needed gas to get to work for the next few days then I wasn’t buying lunch.”

He decided it was time to look at jobs

outside of coaching. He interviewed for a job in house remodeling, where he would sell windows. He didn’t get the job.

About a week later, King got a call from an old coaching friend. He told King about an opening at Rhode Island coaching wide receivers. King interviewed and landed a spot on the staff. It was his first time working outside of New York.

“I lived in the office for the whole year,” King said. “It was myself and two other coaches living in the office. It was hard because I had to leave my family, but it helped me grind.”

Rhode Island was in the midst of several down seasons. The program made strides while King was on the staff, but they decided to make a change after the 2013 season and he came back home to Long Island. Money became tight again, and King was ready to file for unemployment. That’s when Priore made the phone call. The rest is history.

It hasn’t been the simplest path, but it led him to a job he always wanted in the state in which he’s nearly always lived.

“Being able to coach the game I fell in love with on the television in the beauty parlor,” King said. “It just means the world to me.”

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