Cardiothoracic Surgeon and Chief, Cardiothoracic Surgery Division, Stony Brook Heart Institute and
Lung Cancer and Chest Disease Program, Stony Brook Cancer Center
Cardiothoracic Surgeon and Director of Robotic Thoracic Surgery, Stony Brook Heart Institute and Lung Cancer and Chest Disease Program, Stony Brook Cancer Center
Stony Brook Cancer Center continues to expand its minimally invasive procedures, such as robotic-assisted surgery, for patients with cancer. Cardiothoracic surgeons, Drs. Henry Tannous and Ankit Dhamija, are using the robotic approach to treat lung cancer. The highly trained surgeons explain how this procedure offers patients a more precise surgery that can lead to better outcomes.
The way we perform surgery keeps evolving and improving, especially when new technology is introduced. When we first started using the da Vinci® Xi™ robotic system, we mastered the new technique of using this tool as an extension of our hands and magnification of our vision. When performing robotic-assisted surgery, we dock the robot and are right next to you as we perform the surgery. The incisions are similar in size to thoracoscopic (video-assisted thoracic surgery or VATS) surgery, which uses a handheld camera and instruments through small holes in the body.
How is this used to treat lung cancer?
When an early-stage lung cancer is diagnosed and it’s only in one lung, we are using this surgical technique for anatomic lung resection (removal). A lobectomy — considered the gold standard for lung cancer treatment — is the surgical removal of one of the lobes in the lung. The right lung has three lobes, and the left lung has two. Additionally, these lobes are broken down into segments, which allows us to perform smaller anatomic resections. We are also using robotic-assisted surgery for an esophagectomy, which is the removal of and reconstruction of the esophagus, when cancer is found. In addition, we are using this approach for tracheal disease, mediastinal masses and chest wall disease, such as thoracic outlet syndrome.
We’ve found there are a few advantages with this type of surgery. One is that we don’t have to spread the ribs as we do in open or traditional surgery, because we are using smaller incisions to access the tumor. This results in a faster recovery, which allows you to return to work or your normal activities sooner. Another advantage is that we can remove the lymph node packet — the area around the tumor — more precisely. This is partially due to the ten times magnification of the robot in conjunction to the benefit of the wrist articulation.
You’re a candidate if you have an early-stage cancer and have had minimal operations in your chest. Ideally, you wouldn’t have received preoperative cancer therapy, such as chemotherapy, radiation or immunotherapy. Even in a percent of these cases, there are modifications that can be done during surgery, so we can use the robotic system for part of the procedure. For late-stage cancer, it can be used to evaluate for lymph node invasion and palliation.
With the robotic technique we have found that there is a shorter hospital stay when comparing it to an open surgery. Bleeding is a risk, but not any higher than it is in any of the other approaches. For the lung resections, you’re likely to go home anywhere between day one and five. Pain substantially decreases upon discharge and removal of the chest tube. The time frame to go back to your normal function, work and activities is usually between one to two weeks, except for exercising and lifting heavy objects. Those take a little longer.
We have immediate access to our colleagues who have expertise in a range of specialties. Collaborating with them in our multidisciplinary tumor board meeting, and when needed, is an asset that is unique to an academic health center where the depth of knowledge is abundant. Also, there is strong administrative support to expand the robotic surgical program, so we can keep adding to our array of techniques that will benefit patients.
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Recently I was invited to a friend’s house for dinner and as we enjoyed a few appetizers, he served a bottle of a 1998 Australian Chardonnay from a winery I’ve never heard of. The wine was dark yellow and when tasted, it was well past its point of drinkability.
BY BOB LIPINSKIAccording to my friend, the wine was stored in his temperature-controlled cellar for over 10 years. He was dismayed to learn that some wines need aging, but the vast majority are best drunk when released for sale by the winery.
I explained that there is no precise answer when a wine will be at its peak because wines age at difference paces. The vintage, growing conditions, winemaking and barrel or stainless-steel aging, also plays a part in wine’s ability to age. The aging curve of wine depends on the location and conditions where the wine will be stored. Also, personal taste plays a significant role in the enjoyment of wine. As an example, many people enjoy champagne when first released with its youthful freshness, while others enjoy the more mature, bottle-aged versions.
Vintage charts and vintage reports, often touted by online sources, will provide you with a ballpark idea when the wine will be at its peak. They often say, “drink by this date or hold until that date.”
Wine’s longevity can be attributed to many factors, among them higher acidity, higher alcohol, carbonation, concentrated fruit, sugar (residual), and tannin, which is an antioxidant.
Not all wines are age-worthy, and in fact, most wines available for sale are not. Wines that benefit from years in the bottle (cellar) tend to be more expensive. I generally
purchase several bottles of the same wine and after a few years, open one bottle and see if it’s approaching maturing. Then I decide (with some guesswork) when the next bottle should be opened.
Except for most Chardonnay, Riesling, and sweet wines, white wines should be consumed within three years after the vintage. Most red wines are best between four and seven years after the vintage. Red wines that can age much longer than seven years include Amarone della Valpolicella, Barbaresco, Barolo, Bordeaux, Brunello di Montalcino, Burgundy, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Chianti Classico Riserva.
My rule for aging wine is simple. I’d rather open a bottle of a young wine and say, “It tastes good now but will be better in ‘X’ years” rather than opening a bottle of wine aged for many years and say, “It was probably good several years ago, but now it’s over-the-hill!”
Bob Lipinski is the author of 10 books, including “101: Everything You Need To Know About Whiskey” and “Italian Wine & Cheese Made Simple” (available on Amazon.com). He consults and conducts training seminars on Wine, Spirits, and Food and is available for speaking engagements. He can be reached at www.boblipinski.com OR bkjm@hotmail.com.
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This week's shelter pet is Zendaya, a beautiful spayed domestic short hair up for adoption at the Smithtown Animal Shelter. She just turned 1 and is playful, adventurous and a HUGE flirt. This stunner has Feline Leukemia, so she will need to be the only cat, placed with other positive cats, or Leukemia vaccinated cats.
Cats with leukemia typically live a short life, but they are filled with love to give and deserve the happiest homes to make the most of the time that they have.
If you would like to meet Zendaya, please call ahead to schedule an hour to properly interact with her in a domestic setting.
The Smithtown Animal & Adoption Shelter is located at 410 Middle Country Road, Smithtown. Visitor hours are
currently Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Sundays and Wednesday evenings by appointment only). For more information, call 631-360-7575 or visit www.townofsmithtownanimalshelter.com.
K. Barry Sharpless changed John Moses’s life. And that’s before Moses even started working as a postdoctoral researcher in Sharpless’s lab.
of Copenhagen, for the invention of a type of chemistry that has implications and applications from drug discovery and delivery, to making polymers, to developing anti cancer treatments.
When Moses, who is the first chemist to work at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory in its 132-year history, was earning his PhD in chemistry at Oxford, he read an article that Sharpless co-authored that rocked his world.
Nicknamed the “click manifesto” for introducing a new kind of chemistry, the article, which was published in Angewandte Chemie in 2001, was “one of the greatest I’ve ever read,” Moses said, and led him to alter the direction of his research.
Moses walked into the office of the late chemist Sir Jack Baldwin at Oxford, who was Moses’s PhD advisor, and announced that Sharpless, a colleague of Baldwin’s at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, was the only chemist he wanted to work with in the next phase of his career.
Baldwin looked at Moses and said, in a “very old-fashioned gangster English, ‘That shows you’ve got some brains,’” recalled Moses.
Sharpless was important not only to Moses’s career, but also to the world.
Recently, Sharpless, who is the W.M. Kepp Professor of Chemistry at Scripps Research, became only the fifth two-time recipient of the Nobel Prize.
Sharpless will share the most recent award, which includes a $900,000 prize, with Carolyn R. Bertozzi, the Anne T. and Robert M. Bass Professor in the School of Humanities and Sciences at Stanford University, and Morten P. Meldal, professor at the University
The way click chemistry works is that chemists bring together catalysts and reagents, often attached to sulfur or carbon, that have a high level of specific attraction for each other. The click is like the sound a seat belt makes when secured, or the click a bike helmet lock makes when the two units are connected.
Scientists have often described the click reaction as being akin to LEGO blocks coming together, with an exact and durable chemical fit.
Natural product synthesis is generally challenging and often requires complex chemistries that are not always selective. This type of chemistry can produce side reactions that create unwanted byproducts and require purification.
Click reactions, by contrast, are selective and reliable and the products are generally easy to purify. Sometimes, purification is as simple as a water wash.
“It’s a democratization of synthetic chemistry,” Moses said.
Moses said biologists have performed click reactions. Chemists have developed click tablets that can be added to a reaction to create a plug and play system.
Moses described the reactions in click chemistry as “unstoppable” and suggested that they are part of a “domino rally” in which a latent build up of reactivity can create desired products with beneficial properties.
Moses, who arrived at CSHL in 2020, has collaborated with several researchers at the famed lab. He is submitting his first collaborative paper soon with Dr. Michael Lukey,
who also started in 2020 and performed his PhD at Oxford, and Dr. Scott Lyons. He is also working on a New York State Biodefense funded project to create shape shifting antibiotics that can keep up with drug resistance pathogens.
He has collaborated with Cancer Center Director David Tuveson to develop a new ligand to target a protein important in pancreatic cancer. Moses said they have a “very exciting” lead compound.
While the Nobel Prize committee recognized the important contribution of this approach, the concept met with some resistance when Sharpless introduced it.
“When [Sharpless] submitted this, the editor called colleagues and asked, ‘Has Barry gone crazy?’” Moses said.
Some others in the field urged the editor to publish the paper by Sharpless, who had already won a Nobel Prize for his work with chirally catalyzed oxidation reactions.
Still, despite his bona fides and a distinguished career, Sharpless encountered “significant resistance” from some researchers. “People were almost offended by it” with some calling it “old wine in new bottles,” Moses said.
In 2007, Moses attended a faculty interview at a “reasonably good” university in England,. where one of his hosts told him that click chemistry is “just bulls$#t!”
Moses recognized that he was taking a risk when he joined Sharpless’s lab. Some senior faculty advised him to continue to work with natural product synthesis.
In the ensuing years, as click chemistry produced more products, “everyone was using it and the risks diminished quickly,” Moses added.
So, what is it about Sharpless that distinguishes him?
Moses said Sharpless’s wife Janet Dueser described her husband as someone who “thinks like a molecule,” Moses said.
For Moses, Sharpless developed his understanding of chemistry in a “way that I’ve never seen anyone else” do.
Moses credits Dueser, who he described as “super smart,” with coining the term “click chemistry” and suggested that their partnership has brought together his depth of knowledge with her ability to provide context.
Moses believes Sharpless “would admit that without [Dueser], his career would have been very
different! In my opinion, [Dueser] contributed immeasurably to click chemistry in so many ways.”
Indeed, click chemistry won a team prize from the Royal Society of Chemistry last year in which Dueser was a co-recipient.
As for what he learned from working with a now two-time Nobel Prize winner, Moses said “relinquishing control is very powerful.”
Moses tells his research team that he will never say “no” to an innovative idea because, as with click chemistry, “you never know what’s around the corner.”
Moses said Sharpless is a fan of the book “Out of Control” by Kevin Kelly, the co-founder of Wired Magazine. The book is about the new biology of machines, social systems and the economic world. Sharpless calls Kelly “Saint Kevin.”
On a personal level, Sharpless is “humble and a nice person to talk to” and is someone he would “want to go to a pub with.”
Moses believes Sharpless isn’t done contributing to chemistry and the world and anticipates that Sharpless, who is currently 81 years old, could win another Nobel Prize in another 20 years.
An inspirational scientist, Sharpless ” is “that kind of person,” Moses said.
Dr. Dunaief was also recently published in The New York Times and appeared on NBC, News 12 Long Island and News 12 Brooklyn.
We talk a lot in the medical community about the vascular consequences of diabetes, and rightly so. If you have diabetes, you are at high risk of vascular complications that can be lifealtering. Among these are macrovascular complications, like coronary artery disease and stroke, and microvascular effects, such as diabetic nephropathy and retinopathy.
This is in contrast to a previous ACCORD eye sub-study, a cross-sectional analysis, which did not show an association between thiazolidinediones and DME (8). This study involved review of 3,473 participants who had photographs taken of the fundus (the back of the eye).
BY DAVID DUNAIEF, MDHere, we will discuss diabetic retinopathy (DR), the number one cause of blindness among U.S. adults, ages 20 to 74 years old (1). Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is when the blood vessels that feed the light-sensitive tissue at the back of your eye are damaged, and it can progress to blurred vision and blindness.
As of 2019, only about 60 percent of people with diabetes had a recommended annual screening for DR (2). Why does this matter? Because the earlier you catch it, the more likely you will be able to prevent or limit permanent vision loss.
Over time, DR can lead to diabetic macular edema (DME). Its signature is swelling caused by fluid accumulating in the macula (3). An oval spot in the central portion of the retina, the macula is sensitive to light. When fluid builds up from leaking blood vessels, it can cause vision loss.
Those with the longest duration of diabetes have the greatest risk of DME. Unfortunately, many patients are diagnosed with DME after it has already caused vision loss. If not treated early, patients can experience permanent damage (2).
In a cross-sectional study using NHANES data, among patients with DME, only 45 percent were told by a physician that diabetes had affected their eyes (4). Approximately 46 percent of patients reported that they had not been to a diabetic nurse educator, nutritionist or dietician in more than a year — or never.
Unfortunately, the symptoms of vision loss don’t necessarily occur until the latter stages of the disorder, often after it’s too late to reverse the damage.
While DME has traditionally been treated with lasers, injections of antiVEGF medications may be more effective. These eye injections work by inhibiting overproduction of a protein called vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), which contributes to DR and DME (5).
The results from a randomized controlled trial showed that eye injections with ranibizumab (Lucentis) in conjunction with laser treatments, whether laser treatments were given promptly or delayed for at least 24 weeks, were equally effective in treating DME (6). Other antiVEGF drugs include aflibercept (Eylea) and bevacizumab (Avastin).
You would think that using medications to treat type 2 diabetes would prevent DME from occurring as well. However, in the THIN trial, a retrospective study, a class of diabetes drugs, thiazolidinediones, which includes Avandia and Actos, actually increased the occurrence of DME compared to those who did not use these oral medications (7). Those receiving these drugs had a 1.3 percent incidence of DME at year one, whereas those who did not had a 0.2 percent incidence. This incidence was persistent through the 10 years of followup. Note that DME is not the only side effect of these drugs. There are important FDA warnings for other significant issues.
To make matters worse, those who received both thiazolidinediones and insulin had an even greater incidence of DME. There were 103,000 diabetes patients reviewed in this trial. It was unclear whether the drugs, because they were second-line treatments, or the severity of the diabetes itself may have caused these findings.
What does this ultimately mean? Both studies had weaknesses. It was not clear how long the patients had been using the thiazolidinediones in either study or whether their sugars were controlled and to what degree. The researchers were also unable to control for all other possible confounding factors (9). There are additional studies underway to clarify these results.
The risk of progression of diabetic retinopathy was significantly lower with intensive blood sugar controls using medications, one of the few positive highlights of the ACCORD trial (10). Unfortunately, medication-induced intensive blood sugar control also resulted in increased mortality and no significant change in cardiovascular events. However, an inference can be made: a nutrient-dense, plant-based diet that intensively controls blood sugar is likely to decrease the risk of diabetic retinopathy and further vision complications (11, 12).
If you have diabetes, the best way to avoid diabetic retinopathy and DME is to maintain good control of your sugars. Also, it is imperative that you have a yearly eye exam by an ophthalmologist so that diabetic retinopathy is detected as early as possible, before permanent vision loss occurs. If you are taking the oral diabetes class thiazolidinediones, this is especially important.
(1) cdc.gov. (2) www.aao.org/ppp. (3) www.uptodate.com. (4) JAMA Ophthalmol. 2014;132:168-173. (5) Community Eye Health. 2014; 27(87): 44–46. (6) ASRS. Presented 2014 Aug. 11. (7) Arch Intern Med. 2012;172:1005-1011. (8) Arch Ophthalmol. 2010 March;128:312-318. (9) Arch Intern Med. 2012;172:1011-1013. (10) www.nei.nih. gov. (11) OJPM. 2012;2:364-371. (12) Am J Clin Nutr. 2009;89:1588S-1596S.
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.
Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson, will hold open auditions for the musical revue Side by Side by Sondheim on Sunday, Nov. 13 at 10 a.m., and Tuesday, Nov. 15 at 7:30 p.m. Seeking 3 to 4 strong vocalists with storytelling abilities (prepare 32 bars of (1) Stephen Sondheim song – preferably a piece from Side by Side by Sondheim); and one actor to serve as narrator (Prepare monologue available on Theatre Three's website.) Callbacks to be determined. Please bring picture/ resume. Rehearsals begin in December. For full details visit http://theatrethree.com/ auditions.htm.
Comsewogue Public Library, 170 Terryville Road, Port Jefferson Station will host a Meet the Candidates night with the Port Jefferson Station/ Terryville Civic Association on Tuesday, Oct. 25 at 7 p.m. with the two candidates for Congressional District #1. All are welcome to attend this informative meeting. Call 631-928-1212 or visit www.pjstca.org.
Do you suffer from acid reflux/ GERD? St. Charles Hospital's Wisdom Conference Center, 200 Belle Terre Road, Port Jefferson will host a free lecture on Acid Reflux on Thursday, Nov. 10 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Presented by Arif Ahmad, MD, FRCS, FACS Director, Acid Reflux and Hiatal Hernia Centers of Excellence at St. Charles Hospital and St. Catherine of Siena Hospital, topics will include why PPI drugs are not always the answer as a treatment option and permanent solutions with minimally invasive antireflux surgery procedures. Followed by a Q&A. Light refreshments will be served and masks are required. To register, please call 631-474-6797.
The Smithtown Fire Department, 100 Elm Ave., Smithtown invites the community to a Fire Prevention Day on Sunday, Oct. 23 from noon to 3 p.m. Enjoy fire safety activities for children and adults, participate in a firefighters obstacle course, meet the fire chief, spray a fire hose, see fire trucks and watch fire and rescue demonstrations. Held rain or shine. Questions? Call 631-265-1503.
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The cooler weather and falling leaves signals the return of a perennial favorite, the Setauket Artists annual exhibition at the Setauket Neighborhood House. The show opens with a festive autumn reception on Oct. 23 from 1 to 4 p.m. and runs through Nov. 16.
"The SNH is the perfect venue for our work as it is beautiful, historical and located right in the heart of the community. It gives the Setauket Artists the opportunity to abide by our motto, painting to provide 'Art for a Lifetime!'" said Irene Ruddock, president of the organization.
Now in its 42nd year, the exhibit will feature the paintings of over 40 local artists, many of which depict the beautiful waterways, bridges, flora and fauna, and historical buildings that make this area so special.
Judging the show is Charles Wildbank, the famous photorealist, muralist, and fine art oil painter who was first known when he rendered the famed Cartier diamond work for Fifth Avenue windows. His stunning ocean scene, "Dawn at Sea," will surely capture your heart.
As a yearly tradition, the Setauket Artists group invites work each year by beloved artist Joseph Reboli supplied by the Reboli
Center of Art and History. Another guest artist is Gia Horton who recently was on the cover of Dan’s Papers. Enjoy her oils of Long Island boating and landscape scenes, especially of the east end.
This year's honored artist is Gail L. Chase. "Gail was chosen for her beautifully charming watercolor, oil, and pastel paintings, as well for her years of dedication to the show. Whenever we need help, Gail is always willing to accommodate us. Hers is an honor truly deserved," said Ms. Ruddock.
For the 17th year, Fred Bryant of Bryant Funeral Home, an avid art collector, is the
organization’s sponsor. “Fred has been a godsend to the group providing us with funds to cover our various needs such as signs, brochures, and announcements. The artists are grateful for his loyal support, and he is much appreciated by all of us," Ms. Ruddock said.
The beautiful exhibit offers diversity of mediums such as "Sunflower Serenade" by watercolorist Eleanor Meier, "LaGuardia" by pastel artist Julie Doczi, "Willow Pond" by acrylic artist Ross Barbera, and "North Shore Inlet," a collage and acrylic mixed-media painting by Celeste Mauro.
The Setauket show wouldn’t be the same without the popular local artists. Much admired photographer Marlene Weinstein is displaying her sought after local scenes. Flo Kemp's soft-ground etchings and daughter Karen Kemp's oil on board paintings will be on exhibit. Look for Kyle Blumenthal’s interpretation of ballet dancer Nijinsky with its vibrant colors and contemporary flair that is very enlightening.
Ms. Ruddock attributes the Setauket Artists' success to the group's sheer talent as each is highly recognized in their field. "However, what makes our group different from other groups is that we have a great sense of camaraderie and work together as a team. We are always putting our clients, the valued members of our community, first."
Many unframed pieces and smaller works will also be for sale throughout the show. Ms. Ruddock suggests, “Start your holiday shopping early! Support the artists by taking a raffle on four of our artist works — Lorraine McCormick, Eleanor Meier, Shelia Breck, and Jane McGraw Teubner.” Raffle winners will be called on Nov. 16.
The Setauket Neighborhood House, 95 Main St., Setauket presents the 42nd annual Setauket Artists exhibition from Oct. 23 to Nov. 16 daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, visit www.setauketartists.com.
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An opportunity to own priceless art is a chance to be part of living history. It does not come without a cost, but it can be worth the expenditure. On Saturday, Oct. 22, starting at noon, South Bay Auctions of East Moriches will offer such a possibility when it auctions off portraits of Captain Jonas Smith and his wife Nancy Williamson Smith of Stony Brook by local 19th century artist William Sidney Mount.
“Mount is significant to both art and local history. It is not often that his paintings come up for auction,” said Joshua Ruff, Co-Executive Director of the Long Island Museum in Stony Brook which has the largest collection of Mount’s paintings, drawings, correspondence, and archives.
Primarily known for his genre paintings, Mount was born in Setauket in 1807 and spent many years living in Stony Brook in between and after brief periods in New York City. He painted the places and people he knew, frequently of the Three Villages. Initially drawn to history painting, which he greatly admired, Mount’s portraiture was not born of his inherent interest in the material but rather a timeless dilemma for so many artists: his other work was not selling and Mount needed to earn a living.
Mount’s first portrait subjects were easily acquired; he initially painted himself and close relatives before offering his services to a better paying public. Among his early patrons were members of the Weeks, Mills, Strong, and Smith families, all of whom have prominent ties to the Three Villages.
Captain Jonas Smith and his wife Nancy Williamson Smith were particularly lucrative
commissions. Captain Smith, who owned and operated a fleet of merchant ships that sailed internationally, is considered to be Long Island’s first self-made millionaire.
Their oil portraits were most likely done in Mount’s studio, according to Jean-Paul Napoli, Co-Owner and President of South Bay Auctions. Mount apparently charged Captain Smith $70 for the pair in 1836,
the equivalent of about $2000 today, when adjusted for inflation.
Privately owned, the portraits were obtained by the auction house from a collector who had moved from Long Island to Boston. “The owner felt they should be offered on Long Island where they originated,” said Napoli.
Also up for auction is two portraits by Mount’s brother Shepard Alonzo Mount; a painting of Port Jefferson Harbor by William Moore Davis; two lithographs by Stow Wengenroth; a recently uncovered oil painting by Robert Motherwell; and works by Whitney M. Hubbard, Caroline Bell, Julia Wickham, William Steeple Davis and Joseph Hartranft.
The artwork is available for viewing at no charge from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. through Oct. 21 and by appointment. “I think this auction has a nice collection of fine art from Long Island and New York artists. Even if you are not interested in acquiring anything, it is an opportunity to see works that will in most cases not be in the public eye after the sale,” Napoli added.
South Bay Auctions is located at 485 Montauk Highway, East Moriches. Participants in the auction may bid in person or live online at www.Invaluable.com and www. LiveAuctioneers.com. Telephone and absentee bidding is also available. For more information, call 631-878-2909.
INGREDIENTS:
Pumpkins are a quintessential Halloween ingredient, but these recipes for breakfast, dinner and dessert are so good, you may be tempted to have them year round.
YIELD: Makes 4 to 6 servings
INGREDIENTS:
• 2 1/2 cups flour
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 3/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
• 2 cups milk
• 3 large eggs
• 1 15-ounce can pumpkin puree
DIRECTIONS:
Whisk the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, cloves, ginger and allspice together in a large bowl. In another bowl, whisk the milk, eggs and pumpkin puree. Add the wet ingredients to the dry and stir until the ingredients are just mixed. Let rest for five minutes. Heat a griddle or nonstick skillet over medium heat. Ladle a 1⁄2 cup of batter
onto the skillet and cook until the pancakes are golden on the bottom and bubbly on top, about 2 minutes. Flip and cook until the second side is golden brown and the pancake is cooked through. Serve with maple syrup.
YIELD: Makes 6 to 8 servings
INGREDIENTS:
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 medium yellow bell pepper, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 15-ounce cans black beans, rinsed , drained
• 1 15-ounce can solid-pack pumpkin
• 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes, undrained
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 2 1/2 cups cubed cooked turkey (optional)
• 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
DIRECTIONS:
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the oil. Add the onion and pepper and cook until tender. Add the garlic and cook one minute longer. Transfer to a five-quart slow cooker and stir in the next 10 ingredients. Cook on low for 4-5 hours. Serve hot.
• Nonstick cooking spray
• 4 eggs
• 3 1/2 cups flour
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 2 teaspoons cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 sticks butter
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin puree
• 1 cup chocolate chips
• 1 cup walnuts, chopped
DIRECTIONS:
Heat oven to 350 F. Prepare loaf and muffin pans with nonstick cooking spray. In bowl, whisk eggs. Set aside. In separate bowl, sift flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt together. Set aside.
In another bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add whisked eggs and mix until blended. Alternately add flour mixture and pumpkin puree to egg mixture, beating until blended. Fold in chocolate chips and walnuts. Pour batter into loaf and muffin pans. Bake 40 to 45 minutes, or until toothpick inserted into center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes before removing from pans.
Halloween is an enjoyable holiday for all, but particularly for children. Kids enjoy the opportunity to channel their whimsy and imagination, whether that involves choosing a clever costume or helping design the theme and scope of home decorations. Parents, guardians and educators can channel the creativity inspired by Halloween into various craft projects. The following are some Halloween crafts children can make alone or with the help of older siblings and parents.
Rather than discarding the tubes inside of paper towel or toilet paper rolls, let kids transform them into monster craft treat holders (see photo above). They’ll be perfect for party favors or even to give out to neighborhood trick-ortreaters. Cover the bottoms of the rolls with masking tape so treats won’t fall out. Paint the outside of the cardboard rolls and let dry. An alternative is to cover the rolls in colored paper for less messy fun. Then use markers or paper cut-outs to form faces of the monsters. Fill the rolls with treats, then stuff a piece of tissue paper in each top to add even more personality to the creations and hide the treats inside.
Make a truly eco-friendly craft on Halloween, with ghosts made out of leaves, eliminating the need to use extra paper. Paint large leaves with white paint. On the narrow-most point on top of the leaves, paint black eyes and mouths. When completely dry, scatter on a table or sideboard for some scary fun, or use double-sided tape to stick to windows and doors.
The toothy grins of jack-o’-lanterns can be seen just about everywhere come Halloween, and the bright orange color of pumpkins heralds the start of fall.
What better way to say “Halloween is here” than with a craft that can be displayed and also played with? Slime is something that’s always a big hit with kids. Here’s a recipe for slime, courtesy of The Best Ideas for Kids
• 6 ounces of Elmer’s glue (substituting with another brand of glue may not produce the same results)
• Orange food coloring to create desired hue
• 1⁄2 teaspoon of baking soda
• 11⁄2 tablespoons of contact lens solution (one that contains boric acid in the ingredient list, as that is what causes the chemical reaction to form slime)
• Optional: 2 tablespoons of water added to the glue before the baking soda if you desire a stretchier slime
• Black felt or black construction paper, cut into the eyes and mouth of a jack-o’lantern
• Small mason jar with lid
Decorate the mason jar using a bit of glue to stick the black paper or felt face pieces to the outside of the jar. Mix all the ingredients of the slime in a small bowl and pour into the decorated jar.
Take a trip to a nearby forest or wooded trail and gather up round pinecones that have fallen. Purchase brown pipe cleaners and cut four of the cleaners in half to form eight legs. Glue the legs on the pinecone and attach several small googly eyes and two larger ones to form the eyes of the spider.
For a frighteningly fun time in the kitchen this Halloween, gather your family around the cauldron to create a sweet, spooky dessert. Tricks and treats may provide thrills, but a homemade concoction can be the star of your hauntingly happy evening.
This Ghostly Graveyard Cake takes imagination and creativity from everyone with tombstones, skulls and spooky icing daring all to try a bite. With looks this chilling, it’s a perfect treat to enjoy while watching everyone’s favorite scary movie.
• 1 box chocolate cake mix
• 10 chocolate creme cookies
• 1 cup black melting chips
• 1 cup red melting chips
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 3 cans buttercream icing
• 1 purple food coloring
• 1 black food coloring
• skull sprinkles
• tombstones and bones candies
Prepare cake mix according to package instructions in three 6-inch baking pans. Once baked, allow to completely cool outside of pans. In zip-top bag, using rolling pin, crush chocolate creme cookies; set aside. In separate small bowls, add black melting chips and red melting chips.
In microwave, heat heavy whipping cream 1 1/2 minutes. Pour half the mixture into one bowl of chips and other half into other bowl of chips. Stir until chips are completely melted; set aside.
After cakes cool, on cake board, add small amount of buttercream icing so cake sticks. Using bread knife, level cakes.
Place one cake on cake board and add thin layer of icing on top. Place second layer of cake on top and add thin layer of icing on top. Place final layer of cake on top and add thin layer of icing on top. Add thin layer of icing to entire cake. Freeze 15 minutes.
In small bowl, mix two parts purple food coloring to one part black food coloring. Ice cake with deep purple icing. Using grooved scraper, scrape along sides of cake. Using angled spatula, smooth top of cake.
Add skull sprinkles around edges of cake. Using piping bag with small opening at tip, drip black drip mixture around top edges of cake. Repeat using red drip mixture. Add chocolate creme cookie crumbs to top of cake. Add tombstones and bone sprinkles to top of cake.
■ Why did the vampire read the newspaper? He heard it had great circulation.
■ What’s it like to be kissed by a vampire? It’s a pain in the neck.
■ What's a vampire's favorite fruit? neck-tarines.
■ Why are vampires bad at art? They are only able to draw blood.
Mad Scientist Mix. The M&Ms mix brings together milk chocolate, peanut butter and peanut M&Ms in one bag. Look for the new products this fall.
Red Vines is debuting a candy corn flavored candy this year in a special autumn-pat-terned bag. This limitededition candy is available only for Halloween.
strawberry creme. The bat-festooned foil is a great touch, too. Perfect for candy bowls everywhere on Halloween night.
KitKat always breaks off the fun for Halloween. The Witch’s Brew flavor is a KitKat wafer wrapped in green, marshmallow-flavored cream.
The spooks and scares are great, but let's face it: Halloween is really about the sweets. Earlier this year, there was talk of a Halloween shortage, but candymaker Hershey says it’s got more than enough candy to meet demand despite milk prices and ingredient shortages.
Here’s the lowdown on the latest in Halloween treats.
The Mars family of brands have released three new products for Halloween — ghoulish green bars for Snickers and Twix, and an M&M’s
Nerds Candy Corn isn’t your grandma’s candy corn. Each Nerd Candy Corn kernel has a candy shell with a soft and chewy inside. Flavors include strawberry/grape, strawberrylemon/blue raspberry and orange/ cherry-watermelon.
Skittles Shriekers bring a super sour punch to jack-o- lanterns. These Fun Size Skittles contain the flavors you know and love with a secret super sour Shrieker. Flavors include Shocking Lime, Spine-Tingling Tangerine, Citrus Scream, Rattled Raspberry and Ghoulish Green Apple.
Hershey’s Vampire Kisses have a blood-red center that’s really gooey
Hershey’s cookies ‘n’ creme goes fangtastic with fun-size fang bars. You can find them in bags on their own or as part of a Halloween shapes assortment with Reese’s pumpkins, Reese’s ghosts, and York peppermint patty pumpkins. Alternatively, Reese’s dresses up its peanut butter cups a green bottom, calling them Frank-Cups. Add those to your Halloween mix this year for a different take on the perfection that is the peanut butter cup.
M&M’s gets in on cookies ‘n’ creme, pardon, cookies ‘n’ scream. Halloweencolored candies get a chocolate sandwich cookie center. Also look for Twix Cookies & Creme in a fun-size offering to fill up this year’s treat bags.
When it comes to Halloween, carving the same pumpkin designs each year can become routine. This year, save a pumpkin and carve your spooky masterpiece into a watermelon instead.
Because they are made up of 92% water, watermelons can be an effective way to stay hydrated during trick-or-treating, and creations like a Mummy can help satisfy sweet cravings while keeping friends and family members frightfully delighted.
Wash watermelon under cool running water and pat dry. On cutting board, place watermelon on its side and use kitchen knife to cut off 1/4-1/2inch of rind from bottom to provide sturdy base, being careful not to cut too deep into white part of rind. Cut 1-2 inches from stem end to create opening for bowl to be added.
Using a dry-erase marker, draw eyes, nose and mouth, along with wavy slits around carving. Use a paring knife to cut them out, being sure to cut through to red flesh to let more light flow through.
Use a melon baller to hollow out inside of watermelon. Reserve watermelon balls. Use a scoop to remove remaining watermelon. Using a vegetable peeler, remove green skin off outside of watermelon, similar to peeling cucumber. Wrap thin strips cheesecloth or gauze around mummy carving and secure with straight pin, if needed. Place a batteryoperated candle or light inside carving and fit small bowl into top of carving. Trim away excess rind to make bowl fit securely. Fill bowl with melon balls. Attach candy eyes or blueberries using a toothpicks, pins or glue.
Jack-o'-lanterns can be made out of other fruit too — try honeydew, canteloupe, grapefruit or papaya. Cut a hole in the bottom and hollow out the fruit, then carve a face. Set the fruit over a battery-operated candle for a spooky effect.
Throwing a wicked good Halloween party is as easy as pumpkin pie with these great party games.
Set up a ring toss game with using witch hats as cones. Make a cone out of black construction paper and use rings cut from paper plates to for them to toss. Bonus points: Use glow-in-the- dark paint to make it tougher for big- ger kids.
Using twine, run a string across the party area and then hang donuts. Kids can’t use their hands to gobble the sweet treats.
Carve a gaping mouth of out some jack-o-lanterns and make tiny bean bags to toss inside. Bonus points: After the sun goes down, take away the bean bags and put in tea lights to make your jack-o-lanterns shine. This same method works great with plastic golf balls and clubs to make a rousing game of pumpkin golf.
Make a large checkers board on burlap but instead of the traditional red- and-black discs, use white and orange mini pumpkins. You can also do this for tictac-toe.
Before blowing up the balloons (note: don’t use helium; just your regular old lungs), put candy or tiny toys inside. Blow up orange and black balloons and scatter them around the yard. Have your little ghosts and goblins stomp them to retrieve the prizes.
It’s like an Easter egg hunt, but with googly eyes. Put them all around the yard and set prizes for who can collect the most eyes.
Just like pin the tail on the donkey, but with webs and spiders. Creepy good fun.
Cut up toilet paper rolls into smaller cylinders. Glue the cylinders onto a board in the shape of a pumpkin. Fill the cylinders with treats and top with orange tissue paper. Let the kids pick a cylinder and punch it out to collect their prize.
Fill a big ol’ jar full of candies (keep track of how many bags you use) and have your guests guess how many candies are in the jar. Closest guess wins!
Boo! A new kid's weekend workshop is haunting The Atelier at Flowerfield, 2 Flowerfield, Suite 6 and 9, St. James on Oct. 29 from 10 a.m. to noon. Join Miss Linda in some Halloween fun as she teaches you how to paint this cute haunted house painting just in time for Halloween! $50 per child includes an 11x14" canvas and art supplies. To register, visit www.theatelieratflowerfield.org. For more info, call 631-250-9009.
Join the Reboli Center for Art and History, 64 Main St., Stony Brook for a night of festive fun with art instructor Linda Davison Mathues on Oct. 24 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Each guest will be provided with all materials needed to complete their own reproduction of Joseph Reboli’s "Pumpkins." Light snacks and refreshments will be served including the choice of red or white wine for participants over 21. Join the spooky spirit and come in costume…if you dare. $45 per person. To register, call 631-751-7707 or visit www.rebolicenter.org.
Take part in a pumpkin carving/decorating contest at the Three Village Farmer's Market's 1st annual Halloween Market on the grounds of the Three Village Historical Society, 93 North Country Road, Setauket on Friday, Oct. 28 from 2 to 6 p.m. Public voting will be held through 5:30 p.m. in six judging categories with lots of prizes! The event will also feature 25+ vendors (with food so fresh it’ll fright) makers and artisans, live music and spooky surprises for the whole family. Questions? Call 631-901-7151 or 631-751-3730.
Brew up a witch’s cauldron of fun this Halloween with special spooky treats. The Haunted House Cake looks almost too spooky to eat, but this masterpiece will disappear as if by magic. Invite guests to tread through the graveyard of creative chocolatey treats you’ve conjured up with some of your favorite candies.
PREP TIME: 20 minutes
DECORATION TIME: 40 minutes
INGREDIENTS:
• 2 cans (16 ounces each) vanilla frosting
• orange food coloring
• 2 frozen pound cakes (16 ounces each), thawed
• 1 box thin chocolate wafer cookies
• 1 tube (.68 ounces) black decorating gel
• 1 bag Twix Fun Size Bars
• 1 bag M&M’S Milk Chocolate Candies Pumpkin Patch Mix
• 1 bag M&M’S Peanut Chocolate Candies Pumpkin Patch Mix
In bowl, tint frosting orange using food coloring; set aside. Spread 1/2 cup frosting on bottom of both pound cakes; press together. Stand cakes vertically on serving plate. Create pitch of roof by trimming top
of one cake at slight angle. Trim other cake at steeper angle to make roof look tipsy. Completely cover cake with remaining frosting. For roof tiles, break chocolate wafers in half and arrange, overlapping slightly. Pipe black decorating gel for windows. Add candy bars for door and chimney. Use broken wafer cookies for shutters. Use chocolate candies to outline top of roof and sides of house. In food processor, grind remaining cookies along with a few candy bars. Spread mixture around base of house for “dirt” and scatter chocolate candies on top.
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■Why didn't the ghost dance at the party? He had no body to dance with.
■Where do ghosts go on vacation? The Boo-hamas.
■Why didn't the ghost eat his candy? He didn't have the stomach for it.
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Halloween is such a fun time of year and celebrations have come early, with many fun and spooky events happening this weekend in addition to next weekend. Here are 31 Halloween events on the North Shore to enjoy.
See your favorite Halloween storybooks come to life during Storytime Under the Stars at the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Planetarium, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport on Oct. 30 from 6 to 7 p.m. Children are invited to wear their Halloween costumes and bring their favorite stuffed animal. $8 per person. www.vanderbiltmuseum.org.
The Vanderbilt Museum Education Department, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport will offer Mr. Vanderbilt’s Spooky Science Lab, a program for children in grades 2 to 5 on Oct. 21 from 4 to 6 p.m. Take part in a scavenger hunt in the collections galleries and then create jars that can be used in any spooky Halloween display. Cost is $20 per child. Register at www.vanderbiltmuseum.org. 631-854-5552.
Explore Cold Spring Harbor’s ghostly side with fascinating tales of mishaps and historic hauntings on Main Street, courtesy of the Whaling Museum, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor, on Oct. 21 and 28 at 6 p.m., Oct. 22 and 29 at 4:30 and 6 p.m. and Oct. 23 at 4:30 p.m. Recommended for ages 8 and older. Held rain or shine. Tickets are $12 adults, $8 children. 631-367-3418, www.cshwhalingmuseum.org.
Calling all ghosts and goblins, spiders and bones … Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery, 1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor will host a Halloween event on Oct. 29 from 2 to 5 p.m. Families are welcome to join them for a not-so-scary Haunted Hatchery. Trick-or-Treat your way through their outdoor grounds. Admission fee is $7 adults, $6 seniors, $5 children ages 3 to 12. 516-692-6768, www.cshfishhatchery.org
Join the Whaling Museum, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor for its spookiest event of the year, with fun activities for all ages, on Oct. 30 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Go on a spooky-not-scary walk through as museum exhibit coming to life; have your fortune read; listen to ghost stories; and visit Dr. Gellerman’s Spooktacular Zoo with live native spooky wildlife found on Long Island. Enjoy tons of Halloween crafts and activities in the workshop including mixing up your own potion, creating a spider hat, wrapping a mummy whale, designing a mask, and candle-dipping to create a homemade candle and see what’s sticky and gooey at a Spooky Touch Table. Tickets in advance are $10 children, $5 adults; $15 children, $10 adults at the door. 631-3673418, www.cshwhalingmuseum.org
Join the Farmingville Historical Society on Oct. 29 for a Trick or Treat Trail at Farmingville Hills County Park, 503 Horseblock Road, Farmingville from noon to 3 p.m. Come in costume and trick or treat along a trail while learning about the history of candy. Fill your bag with real, full-size candy treats. The entry fee is $12 per trick or treater. Parents are welcome to escort their children without paying. Please note this is not a haunted trail. Rain date is Oct. 30. All Trick or Treaters must pre-register at www. farmingvillehistoricalsociety.org.
Long Island Community Hospital
Amphitheater, 1 Ski Run Lane, Farmingville hosts the 2nd annual Dark Night Halloween World, an outdoor extravaganza combining moderate scares with comedy that at the same time celebrates the nostalgia of vintage haunted trails through a post-modern twist on inspired characters from pop culture and horror movies of the 1990s, on Oct. 21, 22, 23, 27 to 31 from 7 to 10 p.m. Tickets are $25 per person, $10 children 12 and under, $35 VIP front of the line. www.DarkNightLI.com
Huntington Town Hall, 100 Main St., Huntington hosts an All Hallows tour at the Town Clerk’s archives October 24 to 28 from
1 to 4 p.m. The Halloween event will feature a guided tour exploring Huntington's haunted history with live interpretations of stories taken out of the archives vault. Free. 631-351-3035.
Families are invited to celebrate Halloween at the Heckscher Museum of Art, 2 Prime Ave., Huntington on Oct. 27 to Oct. 30 from noon to 5 p.m. Create a spooktacular art activity, make a haunted Digital Action painting, and take home a festive treat! 631380-3230, www.heckscher.org
The annual Downtown "Hauntington" Village Halloween Costume Parade returns to the Town of Huntington on Oct. 31 at 4 p.m. Sponsored by Town of Huntington, Councilwoman Joan Cergol, Dr. Dave Ben nardo, and the Huntington Village BID. Line-up at the Huntington Post Office, 55 Gerard St., Huntington for a parade through Huntington followed by trick or treating at designated village merchants. Call 631-3513173 or 631-351-3085.
Join the Smith Haven Mall, Moriches Road, Lake Grove for a spooktacular, fun trick-or-treating for all the little ghouls and goblins on Oct. 31 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (while supplies last*) If you want to know what retailers and restaurants may have tricks or treats for the little ones on Hallow een, keep and eye out for the pumpkin in their windows. 631-724-1433
The Miller Place Mount Sinai Historical Society presents its annual Spooky Lantern Tour, a not-too-scary walking tour of the haunted history of Miller Place, on Oct. 21, 22, 28 & 29 at 5:30 p.m., 6:15 p.m. and 7 p.m. Walk the Miller Place Historic District with a guide from the MPMS Historical Society who will regale you with all the spooky stories surrounding this pre-Revolutionary War town. Bring a lantern or flashlight and wear comfortable shoes. For ages 10 and up. Tickets are $15 per person. www. mpmshistoricalsociety.eventbrite.com.
HALLOWEEN EVENTS continuedCommack United Methodist Church, 486 Townline Road, Commack presents its 5th annual Trunk-N-Treat event on Oct. 29 from 2 to 4 p.m. Children can trick or treat for candy at festively decorated car trunks and truck beds and enjoy games, crafts and activities. Free. 631-499-7310, www.commack-umc.org
Hauppauge Public Library, 1373 Veterans Memorial Highway, Hauppauge invites the community to trick or treat in their parking lot on Oct. 28 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Community members will be decorating their trunks in fun and spooky themes and will pass out candy to trick or treaters. The library will also have snacks, games, crafts, and other activities. This event is free and open to all. 631-979-1600.
Join Hallockville Museum Farm, 6038 Sound Ave., Riverhead dressed in costume for a festive Trunk or Treat on Oct. 29 from 3 to 6 p.m. The event will feature Mike the Silly Magician, a fabulous silent auction and raffle, pumpkin decorating and other Halloween crafts, games on the lawn, a costume parade and contest, all culminating in an amazing Trunk or Treat! Admission is $15 per person, $50 family of 4. 631-2985292, www.hallockville.org
The North Shore Youth Council and the Rocky Point PTA present a Trunk Or Treat! event at the Joseph A. Edgar School, 525 Route 25A, Rocky Point on Oct. 30 from 2 to 5 p.m. with decorated cars and trunks, candy and non-edible treats, face painting, crafts and photo prop. Costumes encouraged. Join them for a scary good time! Register for this free event at www.eventbrite.com.
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Suffolk County Farm, 350 Yaphank Ave., Yaphank hosts a Truck or Treat event on Oct. 29 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Enjoy truck or treating, trick or treating around the farm, crafts, wagon rides, games, farm animal visits, corn maze and more. Costumes encouraged. $15 children ages 1 to 17, $5 adults. Register at www.eventbrite.com. 631-852-4600.
Halloween treats take center stage in October. And what can be better this time of year than a fresh autumn apple coated in a sweet candy shell?
• 15 apples
• 2 cups white sugar
• 1 cup light corn syrup 1 1/2 cups water
• 8 drops red food coloring
Lightly grease cookie sheets and insert craft sticks into whole, stemmed apples. In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, combine sugar, corn syrup and water. Heat to 300 to 310 F, or until a small amount of syrup dropped into cold water forms hard, brittle threads. Remove from heat and stir in food coloring. Holding the apple by its stick, dip in the syrup and turn to coat evenly. Place on prepared sheets to harden.
INGREDIENTS:
• 12 medium apples
• 2 cups granulates sugar
• 1 cup packed light brown sugar
• 2⁄3 cup light corn syrup
• 1⁄2 cup butter or margarine
• 1 cup half-and-half (10%) cream or evaporated milk
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups chopped pecans, 11⁄2 cups sweetened flaked coconut or 2 cups crisp rice cereal (optional)
Wash and dry the apples. Remove the stems. Insert a popsicle stick into the stem end of each apple, using a twist-like motion so that the apple will not split. Cover a large countertop area or a large baking sheet with waxed paper. In a large heavy kettle over mediumlow heat, bring the granulated and brown sugars, corn syrup, butter, half-and-half and salt to a boil, stirring until the sugars dissolve and the mixture begins to boil. Cook, gently stirring to prevent scorching, to the firm ball stage (246 F). Stir in the vanilla. Remove from the heat. Cool until the mixture thickens slightly.
Hold each apple by the wooden skewer and quickly twirl into the caramel, tilting the pan to cover the apple with caramel. Remove the apple from the caramel, allow the excess caramel to drip into the pan and then twirl the apple again to spread the caramel smoothly over the apple. Use a spoon to coat any part of the apple not covered with caramel. If desired, roll the coated apples in the toppings before the caramel sets. Place on the waxed paper until the coating is firm. Store in a cool place.
The spookiest month of the year signals the return of the Huntington Arts Council’s annual student exhibit, Nightmare on Main Street, a Halloween-inspired juried art exhibit for Nassau and Suffolk County students in grades 6 to 12. This year's show runs from Oct. 21 to Nov. 15.
"Our Nightmare on Main Street Student Exhibit is now in its 11th year! This exhibit continues to be one of our most popular, both for the students and the overall community," said HAC's Executive Director Kieran Johnson. "The submissions spanned across Long Island with both public and private school students from 21 districts participating in the call. Congratulations to all of the students who submitted to this show."
Guest juror Lauren LaBella, co-owner of The Gallery @ in Huntington, invited participants to broaden their artistic interpretation of the Halloween inspired exhibition by referencing the Plague Doctor during the Bubonic Plague "which became a momento mori, a symbol for one’s last earthly moments, as this was usually the last thing a person would see before meeting their death. The long beak of the mask was filled with herbs and spices that were believed to filter out the 'bad spirit,' protecting the wearer from those he was visiting; the long, waxy coat and hat protecting their skin and clothes underneath. A long staff was used to make contact with the bodies without having to touch them directly. ... Similarly, Halloween is a once-a-year opportunity to disguise yourself or be unknown, and to celebrate the darker parts of life. In the medium of your choice, show us how you interpret these concepts."
"Just under 200 pieces from 145 artists were submitted this year to Nightmare on Main Street," said Sarah J. McCann, HAC's Gallery & Operations Director.
"One of the highest submissions in the history of the show, the work does not disappoint. Our juror has chosen 41 pieces to be featured in the Main Street Gallery and on our website. In recognition of the dedication and enthusiasm the students have shown for this call to artists, we have decided to expand the online gallery to include a special section so that all of the artists' work that was submitted can be shared with the community," she said.
Exhibiting artists include Maya Almaliah, Meggie Baxter, Lilah Black, Colby Burns, Joseline Canales-
lazo, Scout Chen, Elaine Ching, Jazmin Corrujedo, Victoria Czoch, Sophia Dolinsky, Madeline Dombrow, Gilana Etame, Sally Feliciano, DJ Fusco, Michael Gallagher, Mary Getzoni, Emma Gutierrez, Kelly Halversen, Alexandra Hugel, Molly Lebolt, Sophia Lin, Isabella Mascetti, Liza McPherson, Samantha Medley, Finn Monte, Natalie Parrott, Gianna Purpura, Sivan Pyle, Elliot Rosenblatt, Zayed Sattaur, Grace Schoonmaker, Nicole Schrock, Jasmine Sedra, Jack Semelsberger, Alexa Shafy, Juliana Silva, Peyton Silvestri, Charlotte Tsekerides, Bennett Vitagliano, Warren Wei and Kerry Yeung.
"We pride ourselves in working hard to be inclusive with our call to artists and all of our programs. Our gallery is open to all and we certainly encourage you to stop in to see the exhibit and visit our website regularly to learn more about the work that we are doing for the community," added Johnson.
The Huntington Arts Council's Main Street Galley, 213 Main Street, Huntington is open Tuesdays to Fridays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, call 631-271-8423 or visit www.huntingtonarts.org.
The North Shore Youth Council presents a Halloween Fest at the Heritage Center, 633 Mount Sinai Coram Road, Mt. Sinai on Oct. 29 from noon to 3 p.m. Enjoy pumpkin picking and decorating, a spooky walk scavenger hunt, costume parade, a goodie bag, dance party and more! Registration is $15 per child 12 and under. Parents and guardians are not required to register. Advance registration only at www.eventbrite.com.
The Nesconset Chamber of Commerce and Jennifer O’Brien of State Farm hosts a Halloween Pet Parade fundraiser for the Smithtown Children’s Foundation at the Nesconset Gazebo, across from Nesconset Plaza, 127 Smithtown Boulevard, Nesconset on Oct. 29 at 11 a.m. Come in costume and trick-or-treat, enjoy ice cream, raffles, music, pet costume contest, vendors and more. 631724-2543, www.nesconsetchamber.com.
The Village of Northport will host its annual Halloween Hayride in Northport Village Park on Oct. 30 from noon to 4 p.m. with hayrides, pumpkin patch, pumpkin painting, live music, petting zoo, costume contest & refreshments. Fun for the whole family! $5 per person. Call 631-754-3905.
Join the Northport Historical Society, 215 Main St., Northport for a dazzling Halloween Magic Show for all ages with magician Todd Harris on Oct. 30 from 5 to 6 p.m. Cost is $5 per person. Register at www. northporthistorical.org.
Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson presents A Kooky Spooky Halloween, a merry musical about a ghost who's afraid of the dark, on Oct. 22 at 11 a.m. Recently graduated spirit Abner Perkins is assigned to the Aberdeen Boarding House — known for its spectral sightings and terrific toast. Here, Abner finds himself cast into a company of its wacky residents. When
his secret is revealed, he is forced to leave his haunted home and set-off on a quest with his newly found friends. All tickets are $10. To order, call 928-9100 or visit www. theatrethree.com.
The Village of Port Jefferson hosts its annual Harvest Fest throughout the village on Oct. 22 from noon to 5 p.m. with live music, children’s activities, costumed dog parade, pumpkin carving, chowder crawl (fee) and much more. Rain date is Oct. 23. 631-473-4724, portjeff.com
In coordination with The School of Rock, the Port Jefferson Station-Terryville Chamber of Commerce hosts a Halloween Spooktacular event at the chamber train car, corner of Nesconset Highway and Route 112, Port Jefferson Station on Oct. 22 from 5 to 8 p.m. (Enter on Rose Ave off Canal Road). Enjoy live music, trick or treating, pumpkin painting, vendors and a game of cornhole. Free. 631-821-1313
Just in time for Halloween, the Deepwells Farm Historical Society transforms the historic Deepwells Mansion, 2 Taylor Lane, St. James into Deepwells Sanitarium, Home for the Criminally Insane on Oct. 21, 22, 28 and 29 from 7 to 10 p.m. Featuring 16 rooms of horror, wooded trail of terror, food vendors, photo-ops and more. Advance tickets are $20 per person, $30 at the door. 631-862-2808, www.deepwellshauntedmansion.com
Join the Three Village Historical Society for its annual Spirits Cemetery Tour at the Setauket Presbyterian and Caroline of Brookhaven churches on Oct. 22 from 5 to 8 p.m. Tours, which last 1 1/2 hours, leave from the Setauket Presbyterian Church, 5 Caroline Ave., Setauket every 15 minutes. Guests will visit 10 locations to walk-in on conversations between Spies of the American Revolution, Known and Unknown. Rain date is Oct. 29. Call for prices. 631-751-3730, www.tvhs.org
Celebrate Halloween at Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 Eckernkamp Drive, Smithtown with Tales, Trails, and Treats on Oct. 23 from 1 to 3 p.m. and from 3 to 5 p.m. Kids can enjoy close encounters with animals, a ghostly garden, games, and a special puppet enchanted trail. For families wtih children ages 2 to 7 years old. $15 per child, $5 adults. www.sweetbriarnc.org, 631-974-6344
Ghosts and goblins will invade Smithtown all in the name of good fun when the Smithtown Recreation Department hosts its annual Ghosts and Goblins event on Oct. 22 at Browns Road Park, 72 Browns Road, Nesconset from 10 a.m. to noon. Enjoy games and prizes, pony rides, a balloon artist, and more. Free. Call 631-360-7644.
Family Fun Day is back at the Long Island Museum, 1200 Route 25A, Stony Brook just in time for Halloween! Join them on Oct. 30 from 1 to 4 p.m. for pumpkin painting, trick-or-treating, crafts and more. Wear your Halloween costume if you wish. Free admission. 631-751-0066, www. longislandmuseum.org
Ward Melville Heritage Organization hosts a Secrets and Spirits of Stony Brook Village walking tours on Oct. 30 at 11 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 2 p.m. Participants of the tour will hear new stories of local hauntings along Stony Brook's coastal community including the story of the Long Island witch trials, the apparitions of Annette Williamson at the Country House Restaurant (c.1710), the mysterious woman in white seen at the Stony Brook Grist Mill, William Sidney Mount and Spirit Photography; the ghost ships of shipbuilder Jonas Smith, and the role women mediums played in the Suffrage Movement.$12 per person. To reserve your spot, call 631-751-2244.
The Ward Melville Heritage Organization hosts its 32nd annual Halloween Festival at the Stony Brook Village Center, 111 Main St., Stony Brook on Oct. 31 from 2 to 5 p.m. with music from WALK 97.5, trick-or-treating throughout Stony Brook Village Center, dancing and games for children, Scarecrow Competition announcements at 4 p.m. and a Halloween parade, led by Monster Merlin! Free. 631-751-2244, www.wmho.org
The Suffolk County Farm, 350 Yaphank Ave., Yaphank presents Haunted History: Night at the Farm on Oct. 28 at 7 p.m., 7:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. What's the farm like after dark? Learn all about the haunted history of the farm's 150+ year old barn. Hear a spooky story and then take a wagon ride to the corn maze. Hopefully, you can find your way out before the headless horseman finds you! Bring a flashlight. $15 per person. Recommended for ages 8+. Call 631-8524600 or visit www.ccesuffolk.org for further information.
Now that we’ve got costumes for the family, including the pets, it’s time to costume the house, too. Keep reading for some easy ways to DIY your own Halloween decor.
Recycle those bottles by painting them matte black and adding taper candles (drippy or not) for a ghoulishly clever and chic Halloween look.
Cut witch’s hats out of black construction paper and add them to family portraits. It also works with bats, mice and other spooky critters. For the front door, grab a florist’s foam wreath of any size that works for your door and fill it with black feathers (or purple, or orange. It’s your wreath). Let your imagination run creepy.
Grab some decorative seasonal gourds on your next grocery run. Affix googly eyes and arrange them in groups around the porch, table, mantle or anywhere else that needs a dose of spooky silliness.
Use black twine to make a giant spider’s web on any available wall space. Add foam spiders and other creepies as needed.
Some may say this is the only acceptable use of candy corn. Take clear glass hurricanes or cylinders and fill about a third of the way with candy corn. Nest a white candle in the center of each. The candy will hold the candles up. Note: Don’t leave the lit candles unattended. Sugar is still flammable.
Make your Halloween punch extra scary. Put orange and red tissue squares on top of a grapevine wreath. Nestle a black cauldron bowl on top of the paper (it should look like flames) and pour in your favorite punch. Add dry ice for smoke.
LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23
Libra, even if your best plans do not work out, that doesn’t mean you have to scrap everything and sulk. Make the most of what worked and build on that.
SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22
Scorpio, you may find yourself in a situation that tests your levelheadedness in a big way this week. It could throw off your equilibrium when your plans go awry.
SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21
Sagittarius, focus on communication in the days to come. The ability to communicate effectively will be a true asset as you work more with others.
CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20
A problem that arises may initially seem insurmountable, Capricorn. But you’re more than capable of overcoming this obstacle. Look to Pisces for help.
AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18
Are you ready to take action and get to work, Aquarius?
An unexpected home project has fallen into your lap, and it will take some effort to get it all done.
PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20
You could wind up learning something simply by letting the wind take you where it will, Pisces. Firm plans are unnecessary this week.
ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20
This should be a very interesting week, Aries. Money matters will be at the heart of it. Figure out what you want to do with the extra cash that you have accumulated.
TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21
Treat everyone with a bit of caution, Taurus. Some person in your circle may need a little extra support this week, and your calm and even approach could be just what’s needed.
GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21
Gemini, this week has the potential for a few bumps in the road that could be avoided if you simply slow down a bit. Think things through or you could trip yourself up.
CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22
An exciting few days lie ahead, Cancer. You may be tempted to spend much more than you usually would. Have fun, but keep track of your finances.
LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23
Leo, even if you have plans to hang out with friends, something at home could crop up that will need your immediate attention. Be flexible and at the ready.
VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22
Virgo, find balance where you feel out of sync. Maybe you have been having relationship woes or seem out of touch with family. Make an effort to respond to these feelings.
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After nearly forty-five years and thirteen installments, the Halloween franchise comes to a close. Halloween Ends is the third in David Gordon Green’s reboot that began with Halloween (2018) and Halloween Kills (2021). John Carpenter’s 1978 Halloween remains one of the finest horror films of the modern era, while the ensuing sequels and revisions produced diminishing returns.
Halloween Ends opens in 2019, three years after Halloween Kills, culminating with Michael Myers slaughtering an entire mob. Twenty-one-year-old Corey Cunningham (Rohan Campbell) accidentally causes the death of his rambunctious babysitting charge, Jeremy Allen (Jaxon Goldenberg), witnessed by the boy’s parents (Candice Rose and Jack William Marshall) as they return from an office party. It is an effective moment, one that is truly horrifying.
The film jumps forward three years to the present. A seemingly healed Laurie Strode (Jamie Lee Curtis) works on her memoir while facing the town’s anger; residents of Haddonfield hold Laurie responsible for Michael Meyer’s rampage. Laurie’s orphaned granddaughter Allyson Nelson (Andi Matichak), shares her new house. Considering the occurrences of four years prior, she also seems rather well-adjusted.
In a chance meeting, Laurie encounters Corey, who has just been terrorized by a quartet of high school band students. Corey, like Laurie, is a pariah in the community. While acquitted, he remains an outcast, replacing the seemingly absent Michael Myers. Corey is the new boogeyman. To treat his injured hand, Laurie takes Corey to the medical office where Allyson works, setting up the pair—a choice she quickly regrets. Allyson is immediately attracted to the shy, awkward Corey, and they become involved.
After Jeremy’s mother chases Corey from a Halloween party, the bullies throw him off a bridge. He awakes in a sewer, confronted by Michael Myers (played by Nick Castle and James Jude Courtney). In a new twist, the killer sees Corey’s history in the boy’s eyes and lets him go. Immediately following, while defending himself, Corey accidentally kills a homeless man. With this encounter, the film takes a new path, tracking Corey as he assumes the mantle of Michael Myers.
The disastrous Halloween Kills was a pointless movie, a meandering bloodbath
created as a tensionless placeholder between the first and final chapters. Halloween Ends attempts to cover bigger and deeper territory. The film meditates on trauma and healing in individuals and the community. Discussions of evil entwine, questioning whether it is inherent or a result of circumstances—the nature versus nurture argument. Unusually, Michael functions as symbol and slasher.
While Halloween Kills focused on mob mentality and the resulting violence, Halloween Ends offers a subtler perspective. Laurie refers to Haddonfield as “a plague of grief, of blame, of paranoia.” Pervading is the sense that the town must always have scapegoats—in this case, Corey, the “psychopath babysitter,” and Laurie, “the freak show.” Laurie parses the evil without—the threat to the tribe— and the malevolence within—likened to a core sickness. Evil does not die; it changes shape. Strangely—and out of place—thoughts of forgiveness are also introduced late in the action. These heady concepts stir a more interesting mix, but while raising many theories, most remain muddled and inconclusive.
Like the previous film, the dialogue is stiff, declarative, and occasionally cringeworthy. A character states: “If I can’t have her, no one will.” Among the most puzzling pieces: Why would a devastated town continue to celebrate Halloween? Also, drawing the connection between Michael and Corey becomes tenuous. Part of Michael’s gestalt is the random and passionless kills. Corey murders predominantly for revenge, harkening to
films such as Carrie or even Willard, where a bullied victim seeks retribution. Corey even has the caricature battle-axe mother (Joanne Baron), both smothering and abusive. However, clever references to the first film pepper the movie, particularly in Laurie and Michael’s final encounter.
Curtis, who was sidelined in the second film, spending much of the action in a hospital bed, takes center. Making her seventh appearance in the franchise, she presents both a grand and intimate farewell performance. Curtis owns her scenes with a strength not seen since the original. Matichak matches her as the selfactualized Allyson. Campbell’s burgeoning monster hits most of the right notes, but the predictability stymies surprise.
Thinly drawn characters driving the action populate the rest of the film. Will Patton’s Deputy Frank Hawkins is a bit too “aw-shucks” in his enamorment of Laurie. Jesse C. Boyd, who plays Allyson’s cop ex-boyfriend, is introduced to be easily dispatched. Keraun Harris, as disc jockey Willy the Kid, wandered in from a different film of a different era.
Halloween Ends delivers the promised finish. The trilogy concludes with a communal action that leaves little doubt, with no cheat teased in the credits suggesting a return. But horror movies have a way of reinventing their mythologies as needed. Is Michael Myers truly gone? That remains to be seen. To cite the misquoted Mark Twain, “Reports of my death have been greatly exaggerated.”
Rated R, the film is now playing in local theaters and streaming on Peacock.
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From Oct. 17 to Nov. 1, over 30 participating businesses along Main Street and East Main Street in the Village of Port Jefferson will display original artwork by local artists for public viewing in their front windows. The event is sponsored by the Greater Port Jefferson Chamber of Commerce and supported by the Night Herons. Maps are available at participating businesses and at the chamber office, 118 West Broadway, Port Jefferson. For more information, call 473-1414.
The Catholic Health Community Outreach Bus will be at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library parking lot, 120 Main St., Setauket from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Registered nurses will provide blood pressure, cholesterol, body mass index, and glucose screenings along with patient education and referrals as needed. Free flu vaccinations will be offered by a registered nurse. The last screening will begin at 1:45 p.m. No appointments are necessary, there are no fees, and insurance is not required. No registration necessary. Call 941-4080.
Tesla Science Center, 5 Randall Road, Shoreham presents a guided tour of Wardenclyffe by Long Island Paranormal Investigators (LIPI) from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. or 9 to 10 p.m. LIPI will conduct a guided tour using their electronic equipment, audio recorders, cameras, and other gadgetry. You’ll discover a new perspective of Wardenclyffe as you investigate Tesla’s transmitting tower base, the site of Wardenclyffe’s train spur, and the outdoor grounds surrounding the lab. Tickets are $66 adults, $63 seniors, $60 youths. To order, visit www.teslasciencenter.org.
The Jazz Loft, 275 Christian Ave., Stony Brook will present an opportunity to take a tour through jazz history, with its What is JAZZ? interactive tour tonight starting at 7 p.m. The tour is comprised of seven stops within the Jazz Loft’s museum and performance space. Each stop in Jazz history is about four minutes, during which patrons will be treated to a brief performance and historical reflection. The entire live music, interactive experience will take about 30 minutes. Tickets are $30 adults, $25 seniors, $20 students, $15 children, free for ages 5 and under. To order, call 751-1895 or visit www.thejazzloft.org.
Vic DiBitetto heads to SBU Stony Brook University’s Staller Center for the Arts, 100 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook welcomes stand-up comedian, internet personality, and actor, Vic DiBitetto to the Main Stage at 8 p.m. Performing for over four decades, DiBitetto
The Village of Port Jefferson hosts its annual Harvest Fest from noon to 5 p.m. with live music, children’s activities, costumed dog parade, pumpkin carving, chowder crawl (fee) and much more. Rain date is Oct. 23. Call 4734724 or visit www.portjeff.com.
Join Preservation Long Island and the Long Island Museum for an Artoberfest, an afternoon of food, beer, music by Buddy Merriam & Backroads, arts and crafts, and games at the Sherwood-Jayne Farm, 55 Old Post Road, East Setauket from noon to 5 p.m. The event is a celebration of the art of Edward Lange (18461912), whose works are currently on view at the Long Island Museum through Dec. 18. Rain date is Oct. 23. Tickets are $20/over 21, $10/under 21, free for ages 5 and under. To order tickets, visit www.preservationlongisland.org. Call 692-4664.
Flowerfields Fairgrounds in Saint James hosts a Fall Car Show & Swap Meet on Oct. 23. Come view show cars like this custom 1966 Plymouth sports Fury. Photo from Long Islnd Cars
has established himself as “The Donkey of Comedy,” doling out wildly irreverent takes on the world around him. Born in Brooklyn in the 1960s, DiBitetto’s signature stand up makes an evening with him feel like an evening with your favorite cousin. Tickets start at $49. To order, call 632-2787 or visit www.stallercenter.com.
St. John’s Episcopal Church of Huntington, 12 Prospect St., Main Street, Huntington invites the community to a Harvest Fair from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Featuring holiday boutiques, silent auction, baked goods, raffle baskets, white elephant, antiques and fabulous finds, casual and professional thrift shop, handcrafted items. Call 427-1752 or visit www.stjohnshuntington.org.
Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 Eckernkamp Drive, Smithtown will hold an outdoor Thrift Market from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Shop for antiques, household treasures, collectibles, knick knacks and more. Proceeds will benefit the center’s wildlife rehabilitation. Donations welcome. Questions? Call 901-5911.
The Coram Fire Department, 303 Middle Country Road Coram will hold a Fall Craft Fair from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The indoor event will feature vendors selling handmade crafts, jewelry, clothes, baked goods, quilts, assorted gift baskets, Tupperware, makeup, candles t-shirts, designer jackets and much more. Call 732-5733.
The Lake Ronkonkoma Historical Society hosts its annual Victorian Tea at the FitzGreene Hallock Homestead (1888), 2869 Pond Road, Lake Ronkonkoma with two seatings — 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Enjoy a full Victorian Tea lunch, self-guided tour of the house and grounds and door prizes, $30 per person with timed seating. Reservations required by calling 220-6370.
Join the Church on the Sound, 335 Oxhead Road, Stony Brook for its annual Fall Harvest and Music Festival from noon to 7 p.m. Enjoy a pumpkin patch, pony rides, petting zoo, food trucks, games, raffles, face painting, kids activities, giant slide, pumpkin painting, photo booth, corn hole, live bands from 3 to 7 p.m., raffles and much more. Free. Call 941-4100.
Biologist and ranger Eric Powers, co-founder of the Center for Environmental Education & Discovery (CEED), will hold three Owl Prowls on the grounds of the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport including tonight, Nov. 12, and Nov. 18 at 6 p.m.. After a presentation on the owls of Long Island, Powers will lead a walk on the estate grounds, during which he will attempt to call in nearby owls. Flashlights are not permitted. Sturdy footwear is recommended as the trail is uneven and it will be dark. Tickets are $12. To register, visit www.vanderbiltmuseum.org.
In collaboration with the Three Village Community Trust, Gallery North will stage an outdoor projection event at the Immigrant Factory Worker Houses, located behind the Bruce House at 148 Main Street in Setauket. This projection event starts at 7 pm and features the unique work of multimedia artist Han Qin. The show will highlight the important experiences of all immigrant groups throughout the history of the Three Village community. Free. Call 751-2676.
American Legion James Ely Miller Post 833, 51 Juniper Ave., Smithtown presents a Comedy Show fundraiser at 7:30 p.m. With comedians by Laugh out Loud Productions, the event will also feature a Chinese auction, 50/50, and light refreshments. All proceeds will be used to support the post’s Building Rehabilitation Project. Tickets are $30 per person. Call 724-1804 to order.
Flowerfield Fairgrounds, Route 25A, St. James hosts a Custom & Collectible Car Show by Long Island Cars from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Street rods, classics, muscle cars, antiques, exotics, imports and collectibles plus vendors, cars for sale, music, pumpkin patch for the kids and more. Rain date is Oct. 30. Admission is $10 adults, free for ages 11 and younger. www.longislandcars.com.
Enjoy a day of treasure-hunting at Antiques & More at the Whaling Museum, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Shop for kitchenware, pottery, tools, glassware, jewelry, toys, ephemera, china, artwork. Free admission. Call 367-3418 or visit www.cshwhalingmuseum.org
WUSB’s Sunday Street series returns to the Long Island Museum’s Gillespie Room in the Carriage Museum, 1200 Route 25A, Stony Brook at 5 p.m. with a concert titled Nanci & Townes: Remembering Two Texas Troubadours at 5 p.m. Join them for an evening devoted to the songs of Nanci Griffith and Townes Van Zandt. Participating are Gene Casey, Delaney Hafener, Caroline Doctorow, Bryan Gallo, Ray Lambiase, Mary Lamont w/Jim Marchese, Pete Mancini, Dave March, Gerry McKeveny, and Quarter Horse. Tickets are $20 at www.sundaystreet.org.
Join the staff at Sunken Meadow State Park, Sunken Meadow Parkway, Kings park for a Seaside Lantern Walk from 6:30 to 8 p.m. See the beach in a whole new light as you round the point of Sunken Meadow State Park with only lanterns to guide the way! Pause along the way for some Long Island historical scary stories! Adult program. To register, please visit EventBrite.com & search #NatureEdventure.
To help raise awareness of the Ashley Schiff Preserve on the campus of Stony Brook University, 100 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook and the importance of protecting the land, the Zuccaire Gallery, Professor Sharon Pochron, Professor Nobuho Nagasawa’s Socially Engaged Art Seminar, and Stony Brook University’s Environmental Club, Marine Science, and Sunrise SBU club will lead a guided nature art walk to the preserve beginning at the Zuccaire Gallery, first floor Staller Center, from 4 to 5 p.m. Nature-inspired costumes encouraged. All welcome. Call 632-7240.
The Coram Civic Association will hold its month ly meeting (Candidates Night) at the Coram Fire Department, Community Room, 303 Middle Country Road, Coram at 7:30 p.m. For info, visit www.CoramCivic.org or call 736-3168.
The Huntington Historical Society will lead a tour of the Van Wyck-Lefferts Tide Mill, one of the best preserved 18th century tide mills in the country, at 12 p.m. The tour begins with a short boat ride from Gold Star Battalion Beach into Puppy Cove, past waterfront mansions with sightings of egrets, ospreys, and visiting waterfowl. Your guide will explain the workings of
the mill with some related social history, and each tour participant will receive a comprehensive, illustrated booklet. Ticket are $20 per person, $15 members. To purchase, call 427-7045 or visit www. huntingtonhistoricalsociety.org.
Join the Atelier at Flowerfield in St. James for an online lecture titled “Which White is Which? — A Guide to Pigments Practical and Historical Information” from 7 to 9 p.m. Titanium, zinc, lead, flake, cremnitz and silver? All these pigments are white, but what makes them each different? Painter and teacher, Eric Alexander Santoli will be your guide in discussing the world of pigments from white through the rainbow to black. Free. To register, visit www.theatelieratflowerfield.org.
Stony Brook University’s Zuccaire Gallery will host a panel discussion on Indigenous Art & Environmental Issues at the Staller Center
Recital Hall, 100 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook at 4 p.m. Connecting the Drops artists Courtney M. Leonard (Shinnecock) and Erin Genia (Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate) discuss their work as it relates to the environment and indigenous issues, in dialogue with Shavonne F. Smith, Environmental Director Shinnecock Nation and Dr. Ellen Pikitch, Endowed Professor of Ocean Conservation Science and Executive Director, Institute for Ocean Conservation Science at Stony Brook University. Moderated by Dr. Abena Ampofoa Asare, Associate Professor of Modern African Affairs & History. Free and open to all. Call 632-7240.
Suffolk County Vanderbilt Planetarium, 180 Little Neck Road, Centeport welcomes Robert P. Crease, author and philosopher of science, for an evening lecture on public trust in scientific institutions at 7 p.m. Crease’s lecture will serve as a book launch for his latest publication, The Leak: Politics, Activists, and Loss of Trust at Brookhaven National Laboratory, co-authored with former BNL Director Peter D. Bond. In The Leak, Crease reconstructs the events of 1997, when scientists discovered a small leak of radioactive water near the laboratory’s research reactor. He details how, despite posing no threat to public safety, the discovery sparked public outrage and threatened the existence of the national laboratory. $10 per person. To register, visit www.vanderbiltmuseum.org.
All Souls Church Parish House, 10 Mill Pond Road, Stony Brook hosts an evening of Native American Drumming 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. Call 655-7798 for more information.
The Port Jefferson Documentary series continues with a screening of Rebellion at John F. Kennedy Middle School, 200 Jayne Blvd, Port Jefferson Station on Oct. 24 at 7 p.m. The film gives us an in-depth look into the global environmental movement, Extinction Rebellion (XR), established in the United Kingdom, from its beginnings in 2018. Guest speaker will be co-director Maia Kenworthy via Zoom. Tickets are $10 at www. portjeffdocumentaryseries.com or at the door.
In honor of its 60th anniversary, Lawrence of Arabia starring Peter O’Toole will be screened at the Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington on Oct. 25 at 7 p.m. with an introduction by Philip Harwood. Tickets are $15. For more info, call 423-7610 or visit www.cinemaartscentre.org.
Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson kicks off its 52nd season with Guys and Dolls through Oct. 22. Considered the perfect musical of Broadway’s Golden Age, this delightful romp gambles in luck and love from Times Square to Havana. High rollers and low characters from Damon Runyon’s mythical New York are joyously presented in Frank Loesser’s bold and brassy score, featuring “Luck Be a Lady,” “I’ve Never Been in Love Before,” and “Sit Down, You’re Rockin’ the Boat.” An award-winning classic for the entire family! Tickets are $35 adults, $28 senior and students, $20 children ages 5 and up. To order, call 928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.
The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport presents the new musical comedy, Mystic Pizza, through Oct. 30. Based on the classic 1988 movie starring Julia Roberts, Mystic Pizza charts the lives and loves of three unforgettable waitresses in the harbor town of Mystic, CT. Add in some of the best pop songs of the ‘80s and ‘90s such as “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun,” “Addicted To Love,” “Small Town,” “Hold On,” and “Take My Breath Away,” and you have all the ingredients for a romantic comedy–with the works! Tickets range from $80 to $85. To order, call 261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.
The Smithtown Performing Arts Center presents The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical through Oct. 29. As the half-blood son of a Greek god, Percy Jackson has newly-discovered powers he can’t control, a destiny he doesn’t want, and a mythology textbook’s worth of monsters on his trail. When Zeus’s master lightning bolt is stolen and Percy becomes the prime suspect, he has to find and return the bolt to prove his innocence and prevent a war between the gods. Adapted from the best-selling book by Rick Riordan and featuring a thrilling original rock score, the mythical adventure is “worthy of the gods.” Tickets are $40, $35 seniors, $25 students. To order, visit www.smithtownpac.org.
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Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery, 1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor will hold a Scavenger Hunt on Oct. 24 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Hunt around the Hatchery & Aquarium in search of a different item starting with each letter of the alphabet. Admission is $7 adults, $6 seniors, $5 children ages 3 to 12. Call 516-692-6768.
Sunken Meadow State Park, Sunken Meadow Parkway, Kings Park hosts a Tint Tots program, Happy Halloween, on Oct. 27 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 am. Children ages 3 to 5 and their parents will connect with nature through short walks, animal visitoris and a Halloween-inspired craft. $4 per child. Call 269-4333 to register.
In anticipation of Halloween, the Whaling Museum, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor will offer a Skull Scavenger Hunt during gallery hours, Thursday to Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., through Oct. 23. Hunt for papier-mache skulls around the museum in this seasonal, spooky scavenger hunt. Find them all and win a piece of candy! Free with admission of $6 adults, $5 kids/seniors. Call 367-3418 for more information.
Save the date! Ward Melville Heritage Organization presents a family fun experience at the Thompson House (1709), 91 North Country Road, Setauket on Nov.
5. Can you help Dr. Thompason find clues, elude the British, create authentic cures and escape to Connecticut? Interact with artifacts, explore the history of the American Revolution and the power of medicine while helping Dr. Thompson treat his most ailing
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patients. Sessions will be held at 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. $10 per person, $7 per child 12 and under. Registration is required by calling 751-2244.
John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport continues its children's theater season with Disney's Beauty and the Beast Jr on Saturdays at 11 a.m. and Sundays at 10:30 a.m. through Oct. 30. This Disney love story tells of Belle, a young woman in a provincial town, and the hideous Beast, a young prince trapped under the spell of an enchantress. If the Beast can learn to love and be loved the curse will end. If he does not learn his lesson before the last enchanted rose petal falls, he and his household of enchanted objects will be doomed for all eternity. Enjoy the songs we all love such as “Be Our Guest” and “Tale as Old as Time.” All seats are $20. To order, call 261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.
Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington continues its Cinema for Kids series with a screening of Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle on Oct. 23 at noon. The tables are turned as four teenagers in detention are sucked into the world of Jumanji. When they discover an old video game console with a game they’ve never heard of, they are immediately thrust into the game’s jungle setting, into the bodies of their avatars. They’ll have to go on the most dangerous adventure of their lives, or they’ll be stuck in the game forever… Rated PG-13. Tickets are $12 adults, $5 children ages 12 and under. Visit www.cinemaartscentre.org.
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It was a day of celebration at Kenneth P. LaValle Stadium as the Stony Brook women's soccer team was able to send off its senior class with a thrilling, 3-2, win over UNC Wilmington on senior day, Oct. 16. The Seawolves were paced by a trio of goal scorers with freshman midfielder Linn Beck producing the game-winner in the 60th minute en route to victory.
It didn't take Stony Brook long to get on the scoreboard as freshman forward Luciana Setteducate found the back of the net in the 12th minute. The freshman gathered a ball mid-air that deflected off the head of a UNC Wilmington defender and ripped a shot past the Seahawks' keeper to give the Seawolves an early 1-0 lead.
Stony Brook added on in the 20th minute when freshman midfielder Ashley Manor sent a corner kick into the box that sophomore midfielder Gabby Daniels headed to graduate defender Morayo Adenegan who chipped it in to increase the Seawolves' advantage to 2-0.
The Seahawks jumped on the board early in the second half as Madison Henry scored a goal in the 46th minute to cut Stony Brook's lead to 2-1. The Seawolves responded in the 60th minute as Beck sent one into the back of the net off a feed from Setteducate and freshman forward Gabrielle Côté. Beck's tally proved to be the game-winner.
The Stony Brook football team fell to Fordham, 45-14, on Oct. 15 at Jack Coffey Field in the Bronx.
Freshman quarterback Charlie McKee earned his first-career start for the Seawolves and tossed two touchdown passes in his second collegiate game.
Stony Brook got on the board with 10:36 to play in the fourth quarter when freshman quarterback Charlie McKee found redshirt sophomore Tedy Afful for a 30-yard touchdown pitch
UNC Wilmington added its second goal of the contest in the 62nd minute when Kayla Burroughs capitalized on a loose ball inside the box. Stony Brook's defense, anchored by sophomore goalkeeper Nicolette Pasquarella was able to stand strong as they held on to win by the final score of 3-2.
Prior to the game, the Seawolves honored their senior class which is comprised of Adenegan, Emerson Richmond Burke,
and catch on fourth and six. It was Afful's first career touchdown catch as he became the fourth different Seawolf to haul in a touchdown pass this season.
McKee threw his second touchdown of the night late in the fourth quarter when he found graduate wide receiver Khalil Newton from four yards out. For Newton, it was his second touchdown catch of the season and fifth of his career.
On the defensive side of the ball, Stony Brook was able to force one turnover. Redshirt senior defensive back Isaiah Givens laid a hit on Fordham's Trey Sneed that jarred the ball loose and was
Rachael Peters, Catharina von Drigalski, Leah Feato, and Madison Sleiman.
"It was definitely a better performance than on Thursday. We came out with a lot of energy on a special day honoring our seniors – it is always an emotional and special day. I thought that they did a good job today," said head coach Tobias Bischof.
The team concludes the regular season on Oct. 23, when it heads to Hempstead to take on Hofstra at 1 p.m.
The Stony Brook University volleyball team concluded play at Delaware with a weekend split, defeating the Blue Hens in a five-set thriller on Oct. 16.
After securing the first set, Stony Brook dropped the next two in close deficits, with the second set resulting in a four point defeat (25-21) and the third set culminating in a three point loss (25-22). The Seawolves then bounced back with a gritty effort to secure the fourth and fifth sets, closing them out 27-25 and 15-9, respectively.
Stony Brook's offense was fueled by the trio of Kali Moore, Abby Campbell, and Erin Garr who all finished the match with 10 or more kills. Defensively, the Seawolves were led by Julia Patsos and Moore who tallied 30 and 22 digs, respectively.
"So proud of this group! We approached this match with a different competitive spirit and it was a full team win. We were able to execute adjustments both offensively and defensively throughout the entire match and that showed grit. Every road win is big and this one is better because I thought we played at a high-level. We have another important road weekend coming up and will need this same level of focus," said head coach Kristin Belzung.
Up next, the team heads to Boston to take on conference rival Northeastern on Oct. 22 and 23.
Oct. 22 vs Maine (Homecoming) 3:30 p.m. Nov. 5 vs Morgan State 1 p.m. Nov. 12 vs Towson 1 p.m.
recovered by graduate linebacker Reidgee Dimanche.
"Fordham is a very good football team and we didn't represent ourselves correctly. Offensively, we continued to struggle. Defensively, we played
well early, but it was hard to hang on. We went up against an offense that has performed to this level all season," said head coach Chuck Priore. It's tough, but our kids will play hard in between the white lines," he added. After securing
Oct. 29 vs Drexel 4 p.m.
Oct. 29 vs College of Charleston 1 p.m. Oct. 30 vs College of Charleston 12 p.m.
Visit www.stonybrookathletics.com for tickets and any last minute cancellations.
