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AN AUTUMN TRADITION

41st annual Setauket Artists Exhibition opens Oct. 24 ◆ B11 'Sunflowers and Crates'

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ALSO: Halloween Kills reviewed B22 ◆ Halloween Happenings on the North Shore B27 ◆ HAC's Nightmare on Main Street returns B30

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I can’t stop blinking.

Do I have Tourette’s?

OUR EXPERTS ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS Carine W. Maurer, MD, PhD Movement Disorders Neurologist Director, Stony Brook Center for Tics and Touretter’s Disorder Stony Brook University Neurosciences Institute

Jenna Palladino, PsyD Clinical Psychologist Associate Director, Psychiatry and Behavioral Health Certified Provider, Comprehensive Behavioral Intevention for Tics (CBIT) Co-Director, Stony Brook Center for Tics and Tourette’s Disorder Stony Brook University Neurosciences Institute

Our experts explain the difference between tics and Tourette’s disorder and why it’s important to seek treatment from healthcare providers who are specially trained in these disorders.

Tics often become most severe during the tween years (ages eight to 12).When multiple tics are present for more than a year, this is called a chronic tic disorder. Though less common in adults, chronic tic disorder may impact both children as well as adults and can cause significant distress.

plan that takes into account the individual’s developmental stage and how much the tics are interfering with their life. Some people with mild symptoms may only need reassurance and education. When additional treatment is recommended, it may include:

Some people can function well at home, school, work and other social situations despite their tics. For others, tics can be uncomfortable and problematic. The good news is that tics tend to subside over time and many people outgrow their tics by adulthood.

• Botulinum toxin injections • CBIT (Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics) — a structured therapy specific for tics

What is Tourette’s disorder?

Dr. Maurer: Tourette’s disorder, named after the physician who first described it in 1885, is a type of tic disorder in which a person has multiple motor tics and at least one vocal tic for at least 12 months. To be diagnosed with Tourette’s, these tics must start before the age of 18.

What other conditions are sometimes detected with tics and Tourette’s?

Dr. Maurer: Tics are sudden movements (motor tics) or sounds (vocal tics) that are performed repeatedly and involuntarily. Motor tics most often begin in the head and neck area and can include eye blinking, nose movements, grimacing (a twisted facial expression) and shoulder shrugging. However, any part of the body can be involved, including the arms and the legs. Vocal tics can range from sniffing and throat-clearing to repeating syllables, words or sentences.

Dr. Palladino: Sometimes a diagnosis of tics or Tourette’s disorder may also include diagnosing another disorder. People with chronic tic disorders such as Tourette’s may also have obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) or OCD-like symptoms. These can include needing to touch objects in a particular way or performing actions repeatedly until a sense of peace is obtained. Attention-deficit/ hyperactivity disorder (ADD/ADHD) is also common in people with tic disorders. Anxiety or mood symptoms, autism, and/or social or learning problems may also be present.

Can I outgrow my tics?

How are tics and Tourette’s diagnosed?

Dr. Palladino: The short answer is yes. Tics typically begin during childhood — often around the ages of four to six. It’s very common for school-aged children to have tics. In fact, about 15 percent of kids experience tics at some point.

Dr. Maurer: It takes a neurologist specially trained in tics and Tourette’s disorder to accurately diagnose a person. Treatment varies from person to person. At our center, we provide a thorough evaluation to determine a treatment

What are tics?

• Oral medication

• DBS (Deep Brain Stimulation) — a surgical option for severe cases that don’t respond to other treatments

Why Stony Brook?

At the Stony Brook Center for Tics and Tourette’s disorder, our goal is to provide a customized treatment plan to help each individual feel better and more in control of their symptoms. Our team of neurologists, psychologists, psychiatrists, neuropsychologists and family medicine specialists work closely to help individuals and their families address the day-to-day challenges of living with tics and empower individuals to better manage their tics. We also offer a Tics and Tourette’s virtual support group for caregivers on the third Wednesday of every other month.

Our next support group is on December 15, from 5:30 to 6:30 pm. To register and for more information, call Erin Harabes, LMHC, at (631) 444-3448.

To schedule an appointment or for more information, call (631) 444-3448, or visit neuro.stonybrookmedicine.edu/tics This article is intended to be general and/or educational in nature.

Always consult your healthcare professional for help, diagnosis, guidance and treatment. Stony Brook University/SUNY is an affirmative action, equal opportunity educator and employer. 21090363H

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TV Community Trust to honor Maria Hoffman at fall gala

The Three Village Community Trust will hold its annual Fall Fundraising Gala on Wednesday, Nov. 17 at the Old Field Club. This event supports the Trust’s yearround programs and projects.

Currently, the Trust is conducting major restoration work at the Hawkins Homestead, the Smith/deZafra House, and the three Factory Worker Houses. The Trust is also working to enhance both Patriots Rock Park and the Greenway Trail. With so many undertakings, this year’s Gala will be more an important than ever to keep the Trust moving forward to “Protect the Places We Love.”

The special guest and honoree at this year’s gathering is Maria Hoffman. An artist, photographer and naturalist, Maria is one of the most beloved and respected figures in our community and is widely known as “Everybody’s Best Friend.” Now, after three decades of community service as Chief of Staff to New York State Assemblyman Steve Englebright, Hoffman has retired and, at the Gala, will reflect on her life and career in the Three Villages.

Live music by the renowned Carl Safina and the Natural Causes will fill the party air

Maria Hoffman Photo from TVCT

with magical jazz, and there will be chances to win some fun-filled raffle baskets. The big art raffle prize this year is an oil painting by the well-known artist Nancy Bueti-Randall, titled "Late Day at the Beach."

Tickets to the event can be purchased on the Trust’s website, www. threevillagecommunitytrust.org. For more information, call 631-689-0225 or visit tvcommtrust@optonline.net.

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MEDICAL COMPASS

Preserving your vision when you have diabetes Annual eye exams are crucial

Diabetic retinopathy is a frequent consequence of diabetes and is the number one cause of blindness in the U.S. among those 20 to 74 years old (1). Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is an umbrella term for microvascular complications of diabetes that can lead to blurred vision and blindness.

Among the risk factors for DR are diabetes duration, glucose (sugar) that is not well-controlled, smoking, high blood pressure, kidney disease, pregnancy and high cholesterol (2). As of 2019, only about 60 percent of people with diabetes had a recommended annual screening for DR (3). BY DAVID DUNAIEF, MD Herein lies the challenge, 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 extracellular fluid accumulating in the macula (4). The macula is the region of the eye with greatest visual acuity. An oval spot in the central portion of the retina, it is sensitive to light. When fluid builds up from leaking blood vessels, there is potential for 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 (3).

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 (5). 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.

The problem is that the symptoms of vision loss don’t necessarily occur until the latter stages of the disorder, often after it’s too late to reverse damage. According to the authors, there needs to be an awareness campaign about the importance of getting your eyes examined on an annual basis if you have diabetes.

Treatment options

While DME has traditionally been treated with lasers, intravitreal (intraocular — within the eye) injections of anti-VEGF medications may be more effective. These work by inhibiting overproduction of a protein called vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), which contributes to DR and DME (6).

The results from a randomized controlled trial, the gold standard of studies, showed that

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intravitreal (delivery directly into the eye) injections with ranibizumab (Lucentis), whether given prompt laser treatments or treatments delayed for at least 24 weeks, were equally effective in treating DME (7). Other antiVEGF drugs include aflibercept (Eylea) and bevacizumab (Avastin).

Some diabetes drugs increase risk

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 (8). 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 follow-up. Note that DME is not the only side

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effect of these drugs. There are important FDA warnings of 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.

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 (9). This study involved review of 3,473 participants who had photographs taken of the fundus (the back of the eye).

What does this ultimately mean? Both of these studies were not without 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 (10). Thus, there needs to be more study done to sort out these results.

Glucose control and diet

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 (11). Medicationinduced intensive blood sugar control also resulted in increased mortality and no significant change in cardiovascular events. But 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 (12, 13).

The best way to avoid diabetic retinopathy and DME is obviously to prevent diabetes.

Barring that, it’s to have sugars well-controlled.

If you or someone you know has diabetes, it is imperative that they get a yearly eye exam from an ophthalmologist so that diabetic retinopathy is detected as early as possible, before permanent vision loss occurs. It is especially important for those diabetes patients who are taking the oral diabetes class thiazolidinediones.

References:

(1) cdc.gov. (2) JAMA. 2010;304:649-656. (3) www.aao.org/ppp. (4) www.uptodate.com. (5) JAMA Ophthalmol. 2014;132:168-173. (6) Community Eye Health. 2014; 27(87): 44–46. (7) ASRS. Presented 2014 Aug. 11. (8) Arch Intern Med. 2012;172:10051011. (9)Arch Ophthalmol. 2010 March;128:312-318.

(10) Arch Intern Med. 2012;172:1011-1013. (11) www.nei.nih.gov. (12) OJPM. 2012;2:364-371. (13) Am J Clin Nutr. 2009;89:1588S-1596S.

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An Evening of Art & Music

The Smithtown Chamber of Commerce and the Smithtown Township Arts Council will host an Evening of Art & Music at the Mills Pond House, 660 Route 25A, St. James on Tuesday, Oct. 26 from 6 to 8:30 p.m.

Experience the historic property and view the gallery's current exhibit, Resurgence, while listening to the soulful sounds of Teri George & The Connection. Appetizers by Elegant Eating will be served. Sponsored

by Pure Mammography. Tickets are $30 per person. Advance registration only at www.smithtownchamber.com. Sorry, no payments at the door. For more info, please call 631-979-8069.

Reboli Pop Up shopping event

The Reboli Center for Art and History, 64 Main St., Stony Brook hosts a Pop Up shopping event on Saturday, Oct. 23 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The founder of Earring Tabu’s legacy, John R. Mutch, will be presenting his latest, stunning collection: Mezzanotte Designs. Call 631-751-7707 for further details.

Blood drive heads to St. James

In conjunction with St. Catherine of Siena Medical Center, Celebrate St. James hosts a blood drive at the St. James Community Cultural Arts Center, 176 Second St., St. James on Monday, Oct. 25 from noon to 6 p.m. All donors will be entered to win a $1,000 Home Depot Gift Card. To make an appointment, call 800-933-2566.

Social Club meetings

The NSJC Social Club meets every Tuesday at the North Shore Jewish Center, 385 Old Town Road, Port Jefferson at 11 a.m. $3 per person includes refreshments and entertainment. Call 631-928-3737.

Native American Drumming

All Souls Church Rectory, 5 Mill Pond Road, Stony Brook hosts a Native American Drumming class on Thursday, Oct. 28 from 7 to 8:45 p.m. Let 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 wellbeing. Call 631-655-7798 .

Scrimshaw workshop

The Whaling Museum, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor offers a Scrimshaw Workshop for all ages on Saturday, Oct. 23 at 2 p.m. See examples of scrimshaw from the museum’s collection and discover how whalers carved teeth, bones and baleen into beautiful works of art. Sketch, carve, and ink a “fauxshaw” keepsake box to take home. Admission fee plus $10 per participant. Call 631-367-3418.

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In “odd number” years, such as 2021, local elections predominate. Voters whose top priorities involve improving the communities around them should, in addition to learning more about federal elections, bolster their participation in local politics.

In 2019 less than 30% of registered voters in Suffolk voted for County Executive; thus a minority of eligible voters are making decisions for an entire community. Local elections decide who will make decisions that truly impact our day to day lives and local governments share over $2 trillion of spending power, so voting in local elections can make sure that it’s being spent in a way that represents all interests.

In Suffolk County in 2021, our ballots will include county-wide officials (District Attorney and Sheriff) and our 18 Suffolk County Legislators. Various town offices are also on the ballot, along with judges in various jurisdictions.

You can confirm that you are registered and find the location of your Nov. 2 (election day) polling place at the NYS Board of Elections website voterlookup.elections.ny.gov. To see the races, candidates and propositions on your ballot go to www.vote411.org, click on the “Find What’s on your Ballot” box, and then enter your address. Note that some candidates don’t choose to participate in this nonpartisan website so only their basic information is posted.

Whether you vote absentee, early, or on election day, there will be 5 state-wide proposals on the back (reverse) side of your ballot. The wording of these propositions is lengthy and will be somewhat confusing to many voters, but they are of great importance to all of us. Go to www.vote411.org and once you are on your own ballot page you’ll find comprehensive information including a description of each proposal, the wording on the ballot itself, and the pros and cons for each proposal.

The proposals are all amendments to the NYS Constitution. They include questions on the future of political representation in Albany, environmental protections, easier voter registration and absentee balloting, and how New York’s civil courts function. New York is one of 24 states where proposals must come from legislators only, not directly from the people. Before getting on the ballot, each proposal must be approved by both houses of the legislature, then voted on again in both chambers in the subsequent election cycle.

Since New York State Assembly and Senate

terms are two years long, it could take between two and four years to pass a ballot measure. If a proposal is approved, it’s effective on Jan. 1, 2022; if it is defeated, it’s scrapped and would have to be reintroduced and passed by the Legislature again to appear on a future ballot. So the “thumbs up” or “thumbs down” decision is in your hands for each proposal.

The deadline for applying for an absentee ballot via mail, fax or online has already passed (it was moved from Oct. 26 to Oct. 18 by the legislature earlier this year). For full details on the absentee ballot process visit the NYS Board of Elections website at www. elections.ny.gov/VotingAbsentee.html Many voters have already received their actual absentee ballot. Ways to submit the completed ballot are: 1. Put it in the mail ensuring it receives a postmark no later than Nov. 2.

2. Bringing it to the County Board of Elections Office no later than Nov. 2 by 9 p.m.

3. Bringing it to an early voting poll site between Oct. 23 and Oct. 31.

4. Bringing it to a poll site on Nov. 2 by 9pm.

Even if you request or cast and return an absentee ballot, you may still go to the polls and vote in person. The Election Law recognizes that plans change. The Board of Elections is required to check the poll book before canvassing any absentee ballot. If the voter comes to the poll site, on Election Day or during early voting and votes in person, the absentee ballot is set aside and not counted.

All Suffolk County voters have the opportunity to vote early at one of the 12 county designated early voting polling sites between Saturday Oct. 23 and Sunday Oct. 31. For a full list of locations and hours visit suffolkcountyny.gov/Departments/BOE/ Early-Voting-Sites-11-2-2021. Note that the poll opening and closing times vary for each of the nine early voting dates. No polling places are open on Monday Nov. 1 since the voting machines will be moved from the early voting sites to the election day sites. Don’t hesitate to contact the Suffolk County Board of Elections with any questions at 631-852-4400 or visit them at 335 Yaphank Ave., Yaphank.

Lisa Scott is president and Nancy Marr is vice-president of the League of Women Voters of Suffolk County, a nonprofit nonpartisan organization that encourages the informed and active participation of citizens in government and influences public policy through education and advocacy. Visit www.lwv-suffolkcounty.org or call 631-862-6860.

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SBU’s Peng Zhang scores 5 mln from the DOE for AI-driven energy research Harnessing the Technology of our Research Giants

BY DANIEL DUNAIEF

The Department of Energy is energized by the possibility of developing and enhancing microgrids.

What are microgrids? They are autonomous local power systems that have small, independent and often decentralized energy sources. Often, they use renewable energy, like wind or solar power, although some use natural gas or diesel.

The DOE’s dedication to developing these microgrids may cut costs, create efficiencies and enhance energy reliability.

Peng Zhang, SUNY Empire Innovation Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Stony Brook University, is leading a diverse team of researchers and industry experts who received $5 million of a $50 million investment the DOE recently made to developing, enhancing and improving microgrid technology.

Bringing together these energy experts, Zhang hopes to use artificial intelligence to create a usable, reliable and efficient source of energy, particularly during periods of power outages or disruption to the main source of energy.

“The traditional microgrid operation is based on models and human operators,” Zhang said.

“We developed this data-driven or AI-based approach.”

Artificial intelligence can enhance the safety and reliability of microgrids that can receive and transmit power.

One of the objectives of the systems Zhang and his collaborators are developing will include protecting the power

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

supplies against faults, accidents from natural disasters and cyberattacks.

“This project led

by Professor Zhang Above, an AI-Grid prototype that is being built by the research team. Image courtesy of Stony Brook Power Lab is a great example Left, Professor Peng Zhang. Photo from SBU demonstrating the Balancing energy is challenging Stony Brook created a crypto impact of this novel power use that can research on essential change readily, Zhang in most microgrids, which rely control system. “If an attacker got infrastructure that explained. “That’s on intermittent and uncertain into our system, all the information we rely on daily,” Peng Zhang Photo from SBU why we had to rely renewable energy sources such as would be useless, because he sunlight. In this project, Zhang would not understand what this Richard Reeder, Vice President on a data driven approach.” for Research at Stony Brook Additionally, end users of plans to connect several microgrids signal is about,” Zhang said.

University, said in a statement. electricity don’t necessarily want together into a “mega microgrid While he plans to publish Zhang said he has verified their neighbors to know about system,” that can allow any system research from his efforts, Zhang the methods for this AI-driven their power needs. They may not with a surplus to push extra energy said he and others would be approach in the lab and in a want others who are using the into one with a deficiency. careful in what they released to Microgrids aren’t currently avoid providing hackers with simulation environment. same microgrid system to know “Now, it’s time to demonstrate what appliances or hardware are designed to replace utilities. They information they could use to may reduce electricity bills during corrupt the system. that in more realistic, microgrid in their homes.

Instead, the system will rely normal operations and can become For Zhang, one of the appeals settings,” he said. He is working with microgrid representatives on the data collected within each more useful during emergencies of coming to Stony Brook, where in Connecticut, Illinois and New microgrid, which reflects the when supplies from utilities are he arrived two years ago and was promoted last month to Professor York City. His team will soon behavior at different intervals. lower.

While artificial intelligence from Associate Professor, was work with a few representative Those energy needs can change, microgrids to establish a more as people turn on a TV or unplug actively runs the system, people that the university has one of the are still involved in these best and best-funded microgrid a wind turbine. realistic testing environment.

At the same time, the power programmable microgrids and can programs in the country.

The urgency to demonstrate Zhang feels like he’s settled the feasibility of this approach is system load and generation need override any recommendations.

In addition to having an alarm into the Stony Brook community, high. “We need to kick the project to remain in balance. Microgrids off immediately,” said Zhang, that produce more energy than in the event that a system is benefiting from interacting with whose team is recruiting students, the system or end users need unsafe or unstable, the systems his neighbors at home and with postdocs, administrative staff and can send them to a utility grid have controllers in place who a wide range of colleagues at technicians to meet a two-year or to neighboring microds or can restore the system to safer work. He appreciates how top communities. If they don’t send functioning. The programming is scholars at the Massachusetts timeline.

The group hopes AI-grids can that energy to others who might flexible enough to change to meet Institute of Technology, Harvard be used in different microgrids use it, they can lose some of that any utility needs that differ from and national labs have proactively the original code. approached Stony Brook to around the country. If the platform energy.

In terms of cybersecurity, the establish collaborations.

Power needs to be balanced is generic enough, it can have wide Zhang is currently discussing applications without requiring between supply and demand. system will have three lines of Storage systems can buffer an defense to protect against hacking. a Phase II collaboration on a significant modifications.

By scanning, the system can microgrid project with the Navy, While operators of a microgrid energy imbalance, although the might be able to know the ongoing cost of such storage is still high. localize an attack and mitigate which has funded his research status, they normally are not Researchers in other departments it. Even if a hacker disabled one since his arrival. “Given the federal able to respond to contingencies at Stony Brook and Brookhaven controller, the control function support [from the Navy], I was able manually. “It’s impossible for National Laboratory are pursuing would pop up in a different place to recruit top people in the lab,” the operator to know the ongoing ways to improve efficiencies and to replace it, which would increase he said, including students from the cost for the attacker. status” of power sources and reduce energy storage costs.

Columbia and Tsinghua University.

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Celebrates Our Hometown Heroes To Honor Our Local Servicepeople For Veterans Day We Will Publish A Special Section in the November 11th Issue Please send us photos of your friends and loved ones in uniform* THIS FORM MUST ACCOMPANY YOUR PHOTO Name

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THEME: Halloween

CLUES ACROSS

1. *Hitchcock's 1963 movie, with The 6. Bad-mouth 9. H or O in H2O, e.g.

13. France's longest river 14. Bauxite, e.g.

15. Opposite of adore 16. Proprietor 17. Quaker Man's cereal 18. Oozes 19. *Corpse 21. *Bobbing for what?, pl.

23. One time around 24. BÈbÈ's mother 25. General Post Office 28. Actuary's concern 30. Named, in bygone era 35. Not easy 37. Accepted behavior 39. Kitchen floor layer?

40. Northern European capital 41. *Overly consumed on Halloween?

43. Actress Spelling 44. Nature's rage 46. Bangladeshi currency 47. Colossal 48. Bowling prop 50. Famous Himalayan 52. Bugling ungulate 53. Valedictorian's spot 55. Possessive of "it" 57. *Pennywise and Joker, e.g.

60. *Traditional Halloween garb 64. Honolulu greeting 65. Costa del ____ 67. Plant fungus 68. Mild and pleasant, weather-wise 69. E.T. transporter 70. Popular spring flower 71. Hole-making tools 72. Young newt 73. Country singer ____ Hill

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

Answers to last week's SUDOKU:

CLUES DOWN 1. Coalition 2. Corn Belt state 3. Drink garnish 4. Cheerlessness 5. Offered on a platter 6. *Door-to-____ 7. George Gershwin's brother 8. Plural of seta 9. Cain's biblical brother 10. You, in bygone era 11. Uh-oh 12. Wife's title 15. Facet 20. Actress Linda of "Dynasty" fame 22. Be nosy 24. South American wild cats 25. *Bedsheet with holes?

26. Command that follows "cut" 27. Acrylic fiber 29. Show off 31. Low-cal 32. Skip the wedding hoopla 33. State of danger 34. *As opposed to treat 36. Small town or hamlet 38. Manufacture 42. 2:3, e.g.

45. Carnie's domain 49. Grandmother, for short 51. Reflexive of "it" 54. Question in dispute 56. Parallel grooves 57. *Raven's grabber 58. Take it easy 59. Electrical resistance units 60. Blood-related problem 61. Tangerine grapefruit hybrid 62. Castle protector 63. Carve, as in stone 64. Lawyers' league 66. "____ with their head!" * THEME RELATED CLUE Answers to this week’s puzzle will appear in next week’s newspaper.

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COVER STORY

41st annual Setauket Artists exhibition kicks off Oct. 24

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s autumn arrives on the North Shore, so does a perennial favorite, the Setauket Artists exhibition. Now in its 41st year, the beloved show returns to the Setauket Neighborhood House on Oct. 24 with a reception from 1 to 4 p.m. Over 40 local artists will be participating this year along with guest artist and nationally known oil painter David Peikon.

Peikon is showcasing his stunning painting of an east end farm which displays the naturalism of his landscapes.

“Capturing nature in all its infinite beauty is a never-ending challenge. I endeavor to create paintings that pull the viewer into the space as if they were alongside me,” he said.

This year's Honored Artist, Patricia Yantz, will exhibit five of her latest paintings. "The artists chose Patricia because of the superior quality of her acrylic and pastels paintings and years of dedication to the organization.

She works tirelessly on various committees and has become our newly elected recording secretary," said Irene Ruddock, President of the Setauket Artists.

The cover artist is John Mansueto, a Parsons School of Design graduate in Fine Arts, who exhibits in New York City, Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts. “I love to explore Long Island and when I saw the sunflowers in the crates at Riverhead’s Briermere Farm, I knew I had to paint it," he said.

The works of pastel artist Jane McGraw Teubner will be on view as well.

"The Setauket Artists are honored to include Jane McGraw Teubner, PSA, MA, Master’s Circle who has been accepted into the permanent collection of the Salmagundi Art Club, won the silver medal from Allied Artist of America, was accepted into the Pastel Journals best one hundred and will soon be award the title Eminent Pastelist from the International Pastel Society," said Ms. Ruddock.

The only photographer in the show is the incomparable Marlene Weinstein who is exhibiting her hand-painted and mixed media pieces to the delight of her ardent followers. This year, the group is happy to welcome back Laurence Johnston, another fine artist who explains that he is “influenced by the light that living near the water brings and elevates the ordinary to the sublime.” Look for his beautifully painted oil Setauket Spring hanging over the fireplace in the entry hall.

For lovers of contemporary art, Shelia Breck will awe you with her Matisse-like painting of Katey and Paul Edelson’s soft and sensual colors will bring you into the peaceful world he endeavors to capture.

Family Farm, oil, by David Peikon

Celeste Mauro will wow you with her creative impressionistic acrylic and collage paintings.

For nostalgia and history, you will enjoy Carol Link Scinta’s Rainy Day at the Setauket Neighborhood House and The Setauket Diner as well as William Graf ’s luminous local watercolors of a Stony Brook sunset and Frank Melville Memorial Park.

Flo Kemp usually creates soft-ground etchings, but this time she offers a very large, softly hued oil painting aptly titled Purple Mountain Melody. Frederic Mendelsohn, who enjoys painting the bucolic waterways of Long Island, presents his oil piece titled Stony Brook Harbor and you are sure to be enchanted by Renee Caine’s oil painting Enchanted Evening.

Ruddock is excited for the opening. “As coordinator of the exhibit, I try to attract outstanding artists and I am thrilled with the quality of the paintings in this show.

All of your favorite Setauket Artists will be there — Al Candia, Muriel Musarra, Rob Roehrig, Eleanor Meier, and so many more who will be showcasing their latest local paintings and looking forward to seeing you," she said.

The reception is in-person, but a tent (with electric warmer) will be provided for viewers to wait until the number of people in the house matches the New York State guidelines. Refreshments will be served

Frank Melville Memorial Park, watercolor, by William Graf

and raffles for paintings by Anthony Davis, Anne Katz, and Celeste Mauro offer a variety of styles and mediums: oil, watercolor and acrylic/collage paintings will draw you into the excitement of this annual autumn community event.

The artists deeply appreciate Fred Bryant of Bryant Funeral Home, who has been their generous sponsor for 16 years.

Explains Ms. Ruddock, “Every single year, the art group uses the donation Fred gives

us in a productive way that enhances our show, and, over time, has made it what it is.

The artist are grateful indeed!”

The Setauket Neighborhood House, 95 Main St., Setauket presents the 41st annual Setauket Artists Exhibition from Oct. 24 to Nov. 14 daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Open Halloween, closed Nov. 6 and 7). Masks are required. For more information, visit www. setauketartists.com or email peace2429@ optonline.net.

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COMINGS AND GOINGS

Harold Paz Photo from SBU

New EVP for SBU Health Sciences Stony Brook University President Maurie McInnis has announced that Harold “Hal” Paz, M.D., M.S., currently Executive Vice President and chancellor for health affairs at The Ohio State University and Chief Executive Officer of the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center, has been named Executive Vice President for Health Sciences at Stony Brook University, effective Oct. 4.

Paz will report to President McInnis and is a member of her senior leadership team. As EVP for Health Sciences, he will work in partnership with academic, hospital and clinical leadership and with community partners to ensure the continued development of a premier academic medical center and health system.

“Hal has a vision of growth for Stony Brook Medicine that integrates our clinical, educational, research and service missions,” said President Maurie McInnis.

“In a time of great transformation in the health care and social environments, his distinct experience will enhance our position as a world-class leader in research and innovation.”

“It is my privilege to join Stony Brook University during a time of strategic growth and tremendous opportunity,” said Paz. “Together with partners across the university and community, I believe we can set new standards for excellence in care, research, education and innovation.”

Paz succeeds Dr. Kenneth Kaushansky, who retired from his position as Senior Vice President of the Health Sciences in June 2021.

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BUSINESS NEWS

Little Flower Children and Family Services recognized

On Sept. 30, Suffolk County Legislator Sarah Anker and Suffolk County Legislator Al Krupski presented a proclamation to Little Flower Children and Family Services of Wading River and certificates of appreciation to each of the facility’s almost 300 staff members to thank them for working on the frontlines throughout the COVID-19 pandemic to ensure the children and families in the community were able to access much needed services.

The legislators were joined by Corinne Hammons, President and CEO of Little Flower Children and Family Services; Erik M. Ulrich, LCSW-R, ACSW, Clinical Director, Medical and Mental Health Department; Michelle Segretto, Vice President of Residential Services; Lauren Mones, MSW, Interim Chief of Staff and Administrative Director Health Care Management and Services; Taressa Harry, Director of Communications; Steven Valentine, Maintenance Supervisor; Harold Dean, Superintendent of the Little Flower Union Free School District; and Barbara Kullen, Board of Directors Member outside at the Wading River Duck Pond for the presentation.

“The COVID-19 pandemic has brought many challenges to our service providers, forcing them to adapt and find innovative ways to continue to service those in need,” said Leg. Anker. “Legislator Krupski and I would like to thank all the amazing staff at Little Flower that worked directly on the frontlines each day to provide our children and families with

Suffolk County Legislators Sarah Anker and Al Krupski present a proclamation to Little Flower Children and Family Services for their service to the community. Photo from Leg. Anker's office

much needed support, at a time that they likely needed it the most.”

“The work that Little Flower does on a day to day, year to year basis is very important,” said Leg. Krupski. “Trying to function in the face of a global pandemic must have been very challenging. Thank you to Little Flower for their hard work, decision making and commitment to their goals. They have set a great example of courage and determination.”

"I am genuinely grateful to Legislator Anker and Legislator Krupski for taking the time to acknowledge and support Little Flower’s remarkable frontline workers and for

recognizing the tough and heroic work they do every day in support of those we serve,” said President and CEO of Little Flower Children and Family Services Corinne Hammons.

“They have demonstrated great dedication and commitment to our clients by showing up every day, leaving the safety of their homes, balancing the risk of the pandemic to provide care, comfort, and security. We are thankful and proud of our essential workers.

They are the backbone of our organization and the heart of our mission, never missing a beat as they transform caring into action," added Hammons.

Rocky Point Sound Beach Chamber hosts ribbon cutting for Studio E The Rocky Point Sound Beach Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting celebration for Studio E Art Classes, located at 77 Broadway in Rocky Point, on Oct. 15.

The chamber welcomed the studio’s new owner, Kathleen Grancher, and thanked the previous owners, Michelle and Stelios Stylianou, for being pillars in our community.

"From science to art, Kathy has spent the past 30 years working in Clinical Research.

The gift of pottery lessons with a master potter 25 years ago furthered the love of art and clay. Now after retiring Kathy has embarked on a new adventure as owner of Studio E Art Classes. She is thrilled to have the opportunity of providing a welcoming environment for all to find joy in creativity," read a press release sent by the chamber.

The celebration was attended by Gary Pollakusky, RPSB Chamber founder and President, Nichaldeep Parhar, RPSB

New owner Kathleen Grancher cuts the ribbon last Friday. Photo from RPSB Chamber of Commerce

Chamber Membership Director, Charles Todaro, RPSB Chamber Treasurer, Brookhaven Town Councilwoman Jane Bonner, NYS Assemblywoman Jodi Giglio, Chad Lennon representing NYS Senator Anthony Palumbo, family and friends.

Studio E has a dedicated team of teachers and visiting artists who offer weekly programs for children, teens and adults and also offer birthday parties and summer camps. For more information, call 631-7444001 or visit www.studioeartclass.com.

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Focus on Health

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Tips on finding a local dietician

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omen with certain risk factors are more likely than others to develop breast cancer, according to the National Breast Cancer organization.

Some women have an increased risk based on family heritage but there are other risk factors that can be controlled.

GET TO KNOW THE RISK FACTORS Except for skin cancer, breast cancer is the most common cancer in women in the U.S. A few risks of getting breast cancer include: Being a woman. Simply being a woman, is the biggest risk factor for developing breast cancer.

Age. Just like many other diseases, the risk of one getting it increases as one gets older.

Family history. If you’ve had one firstdegree female relative (sister, mother, daughter) diagnosed with breast cancer, your risk is doubled. Understanding your PREVENTION STRATEGIES Lifestyle habits that can help reduce your risk of breast cancer include: Maintain a healthy weight. Being overweight or obese after menopause increases a woman’s risk of breast cancer and can worsen outcomes after a diagnosis. Putting on a lot of extra pounds in the early stages of adulthood can nearly double your chance of developing breast cancer after menopause.

But if you’re able to avoid gaining weight, your risk is cut in half.

Be physically active and avoid time spent sitting. Many studies have found that regular physical activity reduces breast cancer risk.

The American Cancer Society Guideline for Diet and Physical Activity recommends

getting at least 150 to 300 minutes of moderate intensity or 75 to 150 minutes of vigorous intensity activity each week. In addition, you should limit sedentary behavior such as sitting, lying down, watching TV, and other forms of screen-based entertainment. This is especially important if you spend most of your working day sitting.

Eat less red meat. High consumption of red meat is related to a greater risk of developing breast and other cancers. Aim to consume more plant-based sources of protein, such as beans, nuts, and quinoa.

Eat more fruit and vegetables. Lower intake of fruits and vegetables is associated with breast cancer, particularly estrogen receptor (ER) negative breast cancer. The USDA dietary guidelines recommend consuming two cups of fruit and two-and-ahalf cups of vegetables each day. It is best to avoid or limit sugar-sweetened beverages, highly processed foods and refined grain products.

Limit alcohol. Even moderate alcohol consumption is associated with a higher risk of breast cancer. Women who have between two and three alcoholic drinks per day have a 20% higher risk of the disease compared to those do that do not drink.

Quit smoking. Several studies have demonstrated a link between smoking and an increased risk of developing breast cancer.

Don’t forget screening. Studies show that breast cancer screening with mammography saves lives by finding cancer early when it’s most treatable. For most women, regular mammograms can begin around age 40 to 45, but specific recommendations vary by age and risk.

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Finding a local dietician

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hen looking for professional help with putting together a personalized dietary plan, it’s important to find someone who can give you one-on-one attention. That’s because everyone’s bodies and dietary needs are different, and require varying strategies.

Since there is no one-size-fits-all diet plan on the market, you need someone who can analyze your body’s needs, as well as your eating and exercise behaviors, to create a plan that will actually work for you. Here’s why going with a local professional makes the most sense: ■ They are able to deliver customized, in-person service.

■ They depend on your business and will go above and beyond.

■ They are knowledgeable about local food options, particularly the seasonality of locally grown fruits and vegetables.

But how do you find a good local dietitian, especially if you’re starting from the beginning?

Read on for tips on landing the perfect local professional for your health needs.

ASK YOUR FRIENDS

Referrals are the best way for local companies to grow. Use your social

media following to see if anyone has had success using a local dietary professional.

Weight and overall health are hot topics that generally generate a lot of response on social media, so if you’re comfortable talking about it online, you may be able to find strong referrals.

You can also find local groups committed to overall wellness, or ask the workers at your local gym. Oftentimes, they are highly connected to other professionals in the health and wellness space.

RESEARCH THEIR QUALIFICATIONS

When shopping for a new dietitian, be sure to interview a few before making your final decision. Reputable professionals will be honest when it comes to their experience and the type of qualifications they possess.

If they have a website or LinkedIn profile, you should be able to get a sense of the extent of their experience and knowledge through some online research.

Currently 48 states, Puerto Rico and the District of Columbia have statutory provisions regulating the dietetics profession or associated titles such as “dietitian” and “nutritionist,” according to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

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Cats are stoic animals, so it can be difficult to tell when they’re not feeling well, which is why Royal Canin created the “Take Your Cat to the Vet” campaign to spread awareness about the importance of preventative feline veterinary care.

While each annual appointment may look similar, your veterinarian is monitoring for different health concerns, such as kidney disease, depending on your cat’s life stage.

During a typical physical examination, your vet assesses vital signs, including temperature, heart rate and respiratory rate, as well as your cat’s teeth and mouth, as tartar builds up and periodontal disease is common as cats age.

Other areas your vet will check include ears and eyes, lymph nodes, skin and coat, weight, muscles, bones and joints.

As your cat ages, your vet will focus on specific developmental and health considerations.

Kittens (3 months-1 year): This is a highly active stage of life and you can expect curiosity and playfulness. It’s the time to socialize and bond with your cat, as well as get him or her accustomed to regular health practices like trimming nails and getting in the carrier. Your vet will monitor growth and development, offer advice to ensure your kitten is getting adequate nutrition and educate you about breed-specific conditions or genetic concerns along with disease prevention and options for spaying and neutering.

Young Adults (1-6 years): At this stage, you should be familiar with your cat’s normal behaviors and able to spot changes. Let your veterinarian know about any unusual

signs like vomiting, As your cat ages, excessive hairballs or other behavior or your vet will grooming changes. focus on specific Nutrition and weight management developmental are increasingly and health important during this stage since considerations. preventing or managing obesity can help keep your cat healthier in its later years. Your vet will give extra attention to vital organs like the heart and lungs, as well as the skin and teeth.

Mature Adults (7-10 years): At 7 years and older, many cats still look youthful and remain playful. However, there is an increased risk of age-related problems like diabetes, kidney disease, hyperthyroidism and cancer.

Watch for common signs of disease in older cats such as poor coat condition, lethargy, weight loss, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, change in appetite or reduced activity. During your annual checkup, your vet will likely pay extra attention to the abdomen, thyroid and kidneys, as well as assessing your cat’s muscle tone, bone structure and signs of arthritis or other pain.

Seniors (10 years and older): Cats need careful attention as they age, as many health problems can emerge simultaneously. If you notice signs or changes, avoid chalking them up to age and consult your veterinarian.

One common concern for senior cats is chronic kidney disease, which affects 30 to 40% of cats over the age of 10, according to research published in the Compendium on Continuing Education for the Practicing Veterinarian. Kidneys regulate the normal balance of fluid and minerals within your pet’s body and remove waste substances from the blood. Look for warning signs of kidney disease like increased thirst and urination, poor appetite, weight loss, vomiting and poor hair or coat quality.

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Getting — and staying — active A

body in motion, stays in motion. If you’re a regular exerciser and workout fanatic, you likely believe in this statement and use it to motivate you.

A body in rest stays at rest. If you’re struggling to find your groove in the gym or with consistent exercise, you might relate more with this statement.

No matter where you are in your fitness and overall health journey, there are opportunities in your daily life to get – and stay – active.

GET STARTED To stay healthy, adults should try to be active every day and aim to achieve at least 150 minutes of physical activity over a week through a variety of activities, according to the NIH. Here are some tips from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on getting active in a safe, effective manner: • Talk to your doctor if you have a chronic condition like type 2 diabetes or heart disease.

• Get the support of your friends and family — and invite them to get active with you.

• Start slowly and add time, frequency or intensity every week.

• Schedule physical activity for times in the day or week when you’re most energetic.

• Walk instead of drive to nearby destinations or park the car farther away and fit in a walk to your destination.

• Plan ahead. Make physical activity part of your daily or weekly schedule.

• Support improvements in your neighborhood that make it easier to walk or bike to where you want to go.

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Avoid potential nutrient deficiencies on a vegetarian diet

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What qualifies as a vegetarian diet differs for certain people. Some people who consider themselves vegetarians avoid animal flesh but it still eat poultry and seafood, while others avoid animal products altogether. The latter group must be especially careful to avoid nutrient deficiency, as the U.S. National Library of Medicine notes that malnutrition can sometimes cause permanent damage to the body.

Planning is a vegetarian’s best friend in regard to avoid nutrient deficiency. The following are some potential nutrient shortfalls vegetarians may encounter and how to overcome them.

Iron deficiency

The Mayo Clinic notes that iron deficiency anemia is a condition in which the blood lacks enough healthy red blood cells, which are responsible for carrying oxygen to the body’s tissues. Meat is a great source of

Malnutrition can sometimes cause permanent damage to the body. protein and amino acids. Protein-rich foods like legumes and nuts and seeds can help vegetarians meet daily protein requirements.

A simple mix of brown rice and beans also contains the nine essential amino acids, which are vital to human health and cannot be made by the body. They must come from food.

Zinc deficiency

iron and consuming meat is how many people get their necessary daily doses of iron. Vegetarians must therefore find ways to get iron from sources other than meat. Leafy green vegetables like spinach are a great source of iron. Beans, dried fruits like raisins and apricots and iron-fortified cereals, breads and pastas also are rich in iron.

Insufficient protein

Avoiding meat also can make vegetarians susceptible to insufficient protein intake.

However, there are many ways for vegetarians to consume enough protein without breaking their diets. In fact, a 2019 study published in the journal Nutrients found that classic vegetarian diets supply more than adequate

A recent study published in the Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture found that vegetarians have lower zinc intake than people who eat both plants and food. Plant foods are not generally high in zinc and zinc absorption from plant foods may be insufficient. Whole grains, tofu, legumes, nuts and seeds are some examples of foods that are rich in zinc. Eating such foods throughout the day can help vegetarians avoid zinc deficiency.

Vegetarians can speak with their physicians about additional deficiencies they may be vulnerable to. Such deficiencies can often be easily overcome, reassuring vegetarians that their dietary choices won’t put their overall health in jeopardy.

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COOKING COVE

Candied apples for the Halloween sweet tooth

BY BARBARA BELTRAMI

If there’s one holiday that caters to the population’s sweet tooth, it’s Halloween.

Candy corn and bite-size candy bars notwithstanding, some of the best treats are candy apples whether the ones with the red crackly coating for traditionalists, those with a caramel nut coating for caramel nuts, or those with a chocolate and M & M coating for chocoholics. All of them are pretty expensive if you buy them, but inexpensive, fun and easy to make yourself. And speaking of teeth, they’re all a dentist’s dream.

Old-fashioned Candy Apples

YIELD: Makes 4 apples INGREDIENTS: • 4 wooden lollipop or popsicle sticks • 4 Granny Smith apples, rinsed and dried • Nonstick cooking spray • 1 1/4 cups sugar

• 1/4 cup corn syrup • 1/4 cup water • 1/2 teaspoon red food coloring DIRECTIONS:

Insert lollipop sticks into tops of apples, one-third to one half of the way. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and coat with nonstick cooking spray. In a small saucepan combine sugar, corn syrup and water; over medium heat bring to a boil; add red food coloring; continue cooking; swirl pan but do not stir.

When candy thermometer reaches 290-300 F after about 10 minutes, remove pan from heat and, twirling apple over pan to let excess liquid drip off, immediately dip each apple in coating. Place apples on prepared parchment to cool and let candy coating harden. Serve with peppermint stick ice cream.

Caramel-Peanut Apples

YIELD: Makes 6 apples INGREDIENTS: • 2 cups sugar • 1/4 cup light corn syrup • 1/2 cup heavy cream • 2 tablespoons butter • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract • Pinch of salt • 6 Granny Smith apples, rinsed and dried • 6 wooden lollipop or popsicle sticks • Nonstick cooking spray • 1 cup finely chopped salted peanuts DIRECTIONS:

Combine sugar, corn syrup and half a cup of water in a small saucepan over medium-high heat and give a quick stir to thoroughly combine.

Attach a candy thermometer to the inside of the saucepan and bring mixture to a boil; cook until mixture begins to turn amber, then swirl it to even out the color. Continue to cook until it turns a deep amber and thermometer reads 375 to 380 F; remove from heat. Gently pour in cream, then whisk to combine; stir in butter, vanilla and salt till smooth. Let sit off heat but don’t remove thermometer. Pierce the apples’ tops 1/3 to 1/2 way with the sticks. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and coat with cooking spray. Place peanuts on a plate. When the thermometer reads 190 F dip each apple in

caramel and twist and swirl to cover; let excess drip back into pan. (If caramel gets too stiff, gently heat and stir over low heat to liquify.)

Immediately dip and roll apples in peanuts and place them upside down on parchment. Serve with vanilla ice cream.

Chocolate-dipped Apples

YIELD: Makes 4 apples INGREDIENTS: • 6 Granny Smith apples, rinsed and dried • 1 pound semi-sweet chocolate, diced • 1 cup M&M’s, finely chopped • Nonstick cooking spray, • 6 wooden lollipop or popsicle sticks DIRECTIONS:

Insert sticks halfway into apple core. In a double boiler over medium-high heat, bring water to a boil; add chocolate to top part of double boiler and stir until chocolate is almost completely melted; remove from heat and continue stirring until chocolate is smooth and warm but not hot. Place M & M’s on a plate. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper and coat with nonstick cooking spray.

Swirl the apples in the chocolate and, coating them as much as possible, let extra drip back into double boiler. Immediately roll apples in M & M’s and place on parchment. Serve with chocolate ice cream.

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MOVIE REVIEW

Michael Myers is back in Halloween Kills

REVIEWED BY JEFFREY SANZEL

The Halloween franchise boasts eleven films, including seven in the first series (with the third an unconnected entry), a reboot, and a continuation of its premiere track. The most recent, Halloween (2018), is now joined

by Halloween Kills.

While falling into the category of “slasher movie,” Halloween (1978) remains one of the finest thrillers. Taut, brooding, and atmospheric, it relied on shadows, tension, and an unforgettable score to create its horror. John Carpenter directed and co-wrote the film that remains definitive in the genre. In addition, the film catapulted its lead, Jamie Lee Curtis, to Scream Queen stardom. She presented Laurie Strode as a self-actualized and resourceful heroine.

Curtis would reprise the role four more times in addition to Halloween Kills and Halloween Ends (projected for release in 2022).

Ignoring much of the mythology developed during the progressively less inspired sequels, the well-received Halloween (2018) picked up forty years after the original film, with institutionalized killer Michael Myers (once again Nick Castle and James Jude Courtney) escaping while being transferred to a maximum-security prison. After returning to Haddonfield and embarking on a killing spree, he “dies” in Laurie’s burning home. The film emphasized Laurie as a wounded survivor, finding the inner strength to confront her living nightmare.

The script—by Jeff Fradley, Danny McBride, and David Gordon Green—honored the story’s roots. Carpenter praised the outing, noting the strength of the screenplay and Green’s direction.

It would be easy to say things like Halloween Kills … an hour and forty-six minutes of your life. Or Halloween Kills … the desire to go to the movies. Or Halloween Kills … a franchise. It would be easy to pick this low-hanging fruit. So, I won’t say any of those things.

Halloween Kills is a movie cobbled together with brutal violence and an absence of actual conflict. It serves as a placeholder between the first film, which reintroduced the characters, and the third (and hopefully final) chapter that concludes Laurie’s journey. That Michael Myers must survive to complete the trilogy is a given.

Nevertheless, it does not need to be so painfully generic. In the first fifteen minutes, Michael slaughters an entire team of first responders. What follows is one meaningless killing after another.

The film makes the egregious error of showing flashbacks to the Halloween (and

Nick Castle as Michael Myers in a scene from the film. Photo courtesy of Universal Pictures

Halloween) of 1978. However, these newly shot scenes lack the meditative, shadowed world of the original. Instead, they are overwrought, introducing information with only the slightest nod towards character development. Additionally, the use of footage of Donald Pleasance (the powerful, understated Dr. Loomis of the source film) is a reminder of the complete absence of style and substance in this newest incarnation.

Having been stabbed in the abdomen, Laurie spends almost the entire film in a hospital bed (shades of Halloween II’s hospital location). Sidelining the strongest character is a mistake. Saddling an actor of Jamie Lee Curtis’s caliber with embarrassingly clumsy dialogue is a crime.

The roster of townspeople is a mix of new characters and shout-outs to minor characters in the original. Some of the 1978 cast returns to play themselves forty years later; others are the grown-up versions of the children hunted that fateful night.

Anthony Michael Hall is the adult Tommy, the boy Laurie was babysitting. The role edges to slightly more than one dimension.

At a bar talent night(!), Tommy shares the story of “The Bogeyman,” who terrorized the town. His character misfires on every level, trading trauma for campfire whimsy and rally-round-the-pitchfork-boys. Among the new victims for the stalk-dispatch-repeat are an African American couple (she’s a doctor; he’s a nurse) and a gay couple (Big John and Little John). Please don’t get too invested in the diversity; they are all undefined fodder for the knife.

Worst of all, in a nod to topicality, the creators introduce the dangers of mob mentality and vigilante justice. “Evil dies tonight!” they chant. Multiple times.

Declarations such as “No, he’s turning us into monsters,” “The more he kills, the more he transcends,” and “He is the essence of evil” don’t elevate the situation.

The performances never overstep the awkward script. Judy Greer (as Karen Nelson, Laurie’s daughter), Andi Matichak (as Allyson Nelson, Laurie’s granddaughter), and Will Patton (as Deputy Frank Hawkins) continue their paths from Halloween (2018).

Greer, a talented actor, is a cipher. It is also hard to believe that her husband was murdered by Michael this same night. It is as if the year between the release of the films has allowed her to accept it. The storyline and timeline are bizarrely disconnected.

For those looking for a predictable, sadistic bloodbath, Halloween Kills might be for you. But, for those hoping for plot, motivation, thought, tone, and engagement … well, there’s always next Halloween. Rated R, the film is now playing in local theaters.

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Other seasonal fair to consider: the Candyman reboot; Malignant, the twisty thriller from James Wan; Lamb, the story of a human/sheep hybrid; Last Night in Soho, a psychological time-travel film with a horror overtone; malevolent forces in Shepherd; and the supernatural creature-feature Antlers, starring Keri Russell. (Please note: These films have not been reviewed by TBR News Media.)

Horoscopes of the week SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Be mindful of activities you attend to and which people you keep in your inner circle, Scorpio. Time and who you spend it with are important.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 There’s a lot of energy swirling around you, Sagittarius. In face, you may need to find an outlet for it. Direct this sudden influx of energy into creative projects.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Start making some travel plans, Capricorn. A change of scenery is likely just what you need at this point in time to give you a fresh perspective.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, this may not have been the easiest year to develop new relationships. However, you will manage to walk away this week with one or two new acquaintances.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, instead of branching out into the unknown, try sticking with what you know for the time being. Enjoy this time in your comfort zone.

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, this week may start off with a little confusion.

However, within a few days you can sort through much of the haze and make sense of things.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Everything is not what it seems, Taurus. That doesn’t mean you have to be on guard. Some surprise await you and you will welcome them with open arms.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, it is easy to get swept up in nostalgia this week. Memories of the past will bring a smile to your face, but you recognize that you need to take steps forward as well.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, even if it feels like your mind is playing tricks on you, you have to sort through what is false and what is true to get to the real heart of the matter.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Be careful where you spend your money, Leo. It can be easy to overspend if you’re not careful about keeping receipts and monitoring your money.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, you typically function at your peak when you think through all sides of a story before acting. But when something pops up at work, you may have to think on your feet.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, a craving for fantasy could be strong, especially if a lot of things in your life have been difficult lately. It can be tempting to slip into a dream world.

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Thursday 21

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Friday 22

Friday Night Face Off

Grab some friends and head to Theatre Three Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson for a night of comedy and laughs as Friday Night Face Off returns tonight at 10:30 p.m. Enjoy improv at its very best on the Second Stage.

Tickets (available at the door only) are $15 per person. For ages 16 and up. Call 928-9100 for more info.

Saturday 23

PJ Health & Wellness Fest

New location! The Greater Port Jefferson Chamber of Commerce presents its annual Health and Wellness Fest, “See Your Way To Better Health,” at The Meadow Club, 1147 Rte. 112, Port Jefferson Station from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Over 50 vendors will be sharing all types of health related wellness products and services with free health screenings and giveaways, demonstrations, music, trunk or treat in the parking lot and much more. Free admission. Call 473-1414 or visit www.PortJeffHealth.com.

Harvest Fair

St. John’s Episcopal Church, 12 Prospect St., Huntington hosts a Harvest Fair from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with a holiday boutique, silent auction, baked goods, raffle baskets, white elephant, antiques and handcrafted items, and more. Call 427-1752.

The Shoppes 5th Anniversary

The Shoppes at East Wind, Route 25A, Wading River invites the community to join them in celebrating their 5th anniversary with a family fun weekend today and Oct. 24 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Enjoy a bounce house, family entertainment, face painting, craft vendors, a ride on the carousel and more. Call 929-3500.

A Taste of the Tavern

Join the Ward Melville Heritage Organization for “A Taste of the Tavern” at the historic Brewster House in Setauket at 10 a.m. Interactive stories will include the origins of the Brewster House, the role of Nathaniel Brewster during the American Revolution, slavery, Colonial women, witch trials and more. Guests will enjoy an authentic bohea tea that culminated from the Boston Tea Party. Admission is $12 per person and masks are mandatory. To reserve your spot, call 751-2244.

Harvest Fest

The Village of Port Jefferson hosts its annual Harvest Fest throughout the village from noon to 5 p.m. with live music, fall inspired beer tastings, children’s activities, costumed dog parade, Pirate Scavenger Hunt, cornhole, woodcarving demonstrations, chowder crawl ($10 fee) and much more. Rain date is Oct. 24.Visit portjeff.com for schedule of events. * All numbers are in (631) area code unless otherwise noted.

Oct. 21 to Oct. 28, 2021 Alan Cumming in concert

The Staller Center for the Arts at Stony Brook University, 100 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook welcomes Alan Cumming on the Main Stage at 8 p.m. The actor and comedian Alan Cumming will be taking the stage with a new cabaret show called Alan Cumming Is Not Acting His Age. The show is described “as an evening of story and song celebrating and exploring his puckish, eclectic spirit and joie de vivre, in a mischievous exploration of that most communal of pastimes: aging!” Tickets are $64 per person. To order, call 632-2787 or visit www.stallercenter.com.

Sunday 24

The Shoppes 5th Anniversary See Oct. 23 listing.

Fall Harvest Car Show

Long Island Cars will present a Fall Harvest Car Show & Swap Meet at Flowerfields Fairgrounds, Route 25A in Saint James on from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. featuring classic and collectible automobiles including show cars from the 50's, 60's and 70's, one-of-a-kind custom cars, antiques, exotics, muscle cars and imports. The event will also feature vendors, free pumpkins for the kids, live music, food and cars for sale in the "Car Corral." Rain date is Oct. 31. Admission is $10 adults; children under age 12 are free.

Call 631-567-5898 or visit LongIslandCars.com for further information

Mustang Car Show

The Mustang and Shelby Club of Long Island will present its 13th annual Mustang Car Show at the Port Jefferson Village Center, 101 E. Broadway, Port Jefferson on Oct. 24 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cars from 1965 to present will be on view inside and outside the center. Free admission. Call 371-1432 or 802-2160.

Northport Craft Fair

Time to start your holiday shopping! Northport High School, 154 Laurel Hill Road, Northport will host an outdoor Craft Fair from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with many vendors selling an array of handcrafted and unique gifts. For further info, all 846-1459.

Huntington Apple Festival

The annual Apple Festival is back on the grounds of the Dr. Daniel Kissam House, 434 Park Ave., Huntington from noon to 4 p.m., courtesy of the Huntington Historical Society. Enjoy traditional games, seasonal crafts, live music, fall foods, house tours and historical demonstrations by

costumed interpreters. The Museum Shop with its many treasures, collectibles and antiques will also be open. Free admission. Call 427-7045.

Fall Muster at the Arsenal

The Huntington Militia will present a Fall Muster at the Huntington Arsenal, 425 Park Avenue, Huntington during the Huntington Apple Festival from noon to 5 p.m. See history come to life as the militia recreates a typical 1775 militia muster at the Arsenal and Village Green. See musket and cannon firings, 18th century crafts, trades, music, & cooking. Free admission. Call 223-8017.

Grist Mill Tours

Last chance! The Stony Brook Grist Mill, 100 Harbor Road, Stony Brook is open to the public for guided tours with a miller and a Country Store today from 1 to 4:30 p.m. before it closes for the season. Admission is $3 for adults and $2 for children. For more info, call 751-2244 or visit www.wmho.org.

Monday 25

Virtual Movie Trivia Night

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

Visit www.cinemaartscentre.org to register.

Questions? Email Danlovestrivia@gmail.com.

Tuesday 26 Audubon lecture

Four Harbors Audubon Society hosts a virtual autumn lecture titled Birding Without Borders: An Epic World Big Year via Zoom at 7 p.m.

Guest speaker Noah Strycker will discuss his round-the-world birding trip in 2015 which will leave you with a new appreciation for the birds and birders of the world. To register for this program, visit www.4has.org.

Wednesday 27 Vanderbilt lecture

Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum’s Reichert Planetarium, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport continues its lectures series on Long Island maritime history at 7 p.m. with Fire and Ice: The Loss of the Steamboat Lexington. Guest speaker

* See Halloween-themed calendar on page B27.

Brian E. O’Connor will tell the story of the Steamship Lexington and its tragic fire, sinking and loss of life in 1840. Tickets are $6 per person, members free. Refreshments will be served. To register, visit www.vanderbiltmuseum.org.

'Anything But Silent' event

The Cinema Arts Centre presents a special virtual screening of the silent film “Don Q, Son of Zorro” (1925) starring Douglas Fairbanks at 7 p.m. with live piano accompaniment by Ben Model. Fairbanks plays two roles in the film: Don Diego (better known as Zorro) and his son, Don Cesar, who must step into the family tradition of fighting tyranny and injustice when his father is framed for murder. is Pay-What-You-Want. To register, visit www.cinemaartscentre.org.

Thursday 28

Secrets and Spirits Walking Tour

Ward Melville Heritage Organization hosts a Secrets and Spirits of Stony Brook Village walking tours today at 2:50 p.m. and Oct. 29 at 10:50 a.m. Participants of the tour will hear the stories of the people who lived, loved, died… and still reside in Stony Brook Village! Stories include star-crossed lovers Mark and Sarah, who resided by the harbor in the 1800s; legendary 19th-century artist William Sidney Mount and his involvement in the “Miracle Circle” group of séance enthusiasts; the traveling ghost of Jonas Smith, the so-called “Lady in White,” who is said to suddenly appear at the Stony Brook Grist Mill, and more. $10 per person. To reserve your spot, call 751-2244.

Film

'In Balanchine's Classroom'

The Port Jefferson Documentary Series continues at Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson on Oct. 25 with a screening of In Balanchine's Classroom at 7 p.m. Filled with never-before-seen archival footage of Balanchine at work, along with interviews with many of his adored and adoring dancers and those carrying on his legacy today, this is Balanchine as you have never seen him. This film will thrill anyone interested in the intensity of the master-disciple relationship and all who love dance, music, and the creative process.

Followed by a Q&A with guest speaker Director Connie Hochman. Tickets are $10 at the door or at www.portjeffdocumentaryseries.com.

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

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

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Matrimony: contact the Office at least nine months before desired date to set a date.

Reconciliation: Saturdays 4 to 4:45pm or by Appointment. Anointing of the Sick: by request.

Bereavement: 631-941-4141 x 341 Faith Formation Office: 631-941-4141 x 328 Outreach: 631-941-4141 x 313 Our Daily Bread Sunday Soup Kitchen 3:00 pm closed ... reopening TBD Food Pantry Open ... Wednesdays 12Noon to 2pm and Sundays 2pm to 3pm Mission Statement: We, the Catholic community of the Three Village area, formed as the Body of Christ through the waters of Baptism, are a pilgrim community journeying toward the fullness of the Kingdom of God, guided by the Holy Spirit, nourished by the Eucharist and formed by the Gospel. We strive to respond to Jesus’ invitation: to be faithful and fruitful disciples; to be a Good Samaritan to our neighbor and enemy; to be stewards of and for God’s creation and to be living witness of Faith, Hope and Charity...so that in Jesus’name, we may be a welcoming community, respectful of life in all its diversities.

ST. LOUIS DE MONTFORT ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH 75 New York Avenue, Sound Beach Parish office: 631-744-8566; fax 631-744-8611 Parish website: www.stlouisdm.org REV. MSGR. CHRISTOPHER J. HELLER, PASTOR REV. ALPHONSUS IGBOKWE, ASSOCIATE PASTOR REV. MSGR. DONALD HANSON, IN RESIDENCE REV. FRANCIS PIZZARELLI, S.M.M., PARISH ASSISTANT REV. HENRY VAS Office Hours: Mon., Tues., Thurs.: 9 am to 5 pm Wednesday: 9 am to 8 pm; Friday: 9 am to 4 pm; Saturday: 9 am to 1 pm; Closed on Sunday Mission Statement: To proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ’s love through our active involvement as a parish family in works of Charity, Faith, Worship, Justice and Mercy. ALL ARE WELCOME! No matter what your present status is in the Catholic Church. No matter your family situation. No matter your practice of faith.

No matter your personal history, age or background. YOU are invited, respected and loved at St. Louis de Montfort.

Weekday Masses: Monday through Friday 8:30 am in the Chapel Weekend Masses: Saturday Vigil: 5 pm Sunday: 7:30 am; 10:00 am; 12 noon.

Baptisms: Most Sundays at 1:30 pm.

Please contact Parish Office for an appointment.

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

Anointing of the Sick: by request.

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

Religious Education: Contact 631-744-9515 Parish Outreach: Contact 631-209-0325

at the Church This is a small eclectic Episcopal congregation that has a personal touch. We welcome all regardless of where you are on your spiritual journey. Walk with us.

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

Congregational MT. SINAI CONGREGATIONAL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST 233

Country Road, Mt. Sinai 631-473-1582 www.msucc.org REV. DR. PHILIP HOBSON “No matter who you are or where you are on life’s journey, you are welcome here.”

Online service continues 10am with Rev. Phil Hobson on our You Tube channel.

The service is accessible anytime thereafter.

Outdoor service continues at 9am, wear a mask and bring a chair. Indoor service on Sundays at 10am. You will need to bring proof of your vaccination and show your card to one of the ushers. Wear a mask at all times indoors. We will be seated socially distanced from one another.

We continue with our online service on our you tube channel at 10am, and any time thereafter, with Reverend Phil Hobson.

Sunday School will beheld at 9am outdoors and 10am indoors.

The online service with Rev. Hobson on our You Tube channel continues at 10Am and is accessible anytime Our Island Heart Food Pantry continues to help those in need at 643 Middle Country Road, Middle Island, NY. Hours are Wednesday and Thursday from 3:00-4:30pm.

Wear a mask and stay in car Grace and Peace REV. PHIL

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

North

Episcopal ALL SOULS EPISCOPAL CHURCH Our little historic church on the hill across from the Stony Brook Duck Pond 61 Main Street, Stony Brook Visit our website www.allsoulsstonybrook.org or call 631-655-7798 allsoulsepiscopalchurch@verizon.net Interdenominational Morning Prayer ServiceTuesday 8:00am- Half Hour Interdenominational Rosary Service-Wednesday 12noonSunday Services: 8am Virtual Service 9:30am Service at the Church-Organ Music 8am Tuesday-Morning Prayer Service

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Av e . , P o r t J e f f e r s o n 631-473-0273 email: ccoffice@christchurchportjeff.org www.christchurchportjeff.org Church office hours: Tues. - Fri. 9am - 12pm FATHER ANTHONY DILORENZO: PRIEST IN CHARGE Please join us for our 8:00 and 10:00 Sunday Eucharists and our 10:00 Wednesday Eucharist in our chapel. Please wear masks.

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

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

Morning Prayer Via Zoom 9:00 am Monday thru Friday Thrift Shop Open!

12 to 3 pm Tuesdays & Saturdays www.stjohns1745.org FOLLOW us on Facebook

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

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

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

Come Connect With Us On Your Jewish Journey. Member United Synagogue Of Conservative Judaism.

TEMPLE ISAIAH (REFORM) 1404 Stony Brook Road, Stony Brook 631-751-8518 www.tisbny.org A Warm And Caring Intergenerational Community Dedicated To Learning, Prayer, Social Action, and Friendship.

Member Union For Reform Judaism RABBI PAUL SIDLOFSKY CANTOR INTERN KALIX JACOBSON EDUCATIONAL DIRECTOR

RABBI PAUL SIDLOFSKY, RABBI EMERITUS STEPHEN A. KAROL RABBI EMERITUS ADAM D. FISHER CANTOR EMERITUS MICHAEL F. TRACHTENBERG Sabbath Services: 1st Friday of the month 6pm, all other Fridays 7:30pm and Saturday B’nai services at 10am Religious School Monthly Family Service Monthly Tot Shabbat Youth Groups Adult Education Sisterhood Brotherhood Book Club-More

Lutheran-ELCA HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH AND ANCHOR NURSERY SCHOOL 46 Dare Road, Selden 631-732-2511 Emergency Number 516-848-5386 Email: office@hopelutheran.com Website: www.hopeluth.com REV. DR. RICHARD O. HILL, PASTOR DALE NEWTON, VICAR On Sundays the services are at 9 and 10:30 a.m.

A link for all these services is on the website: www.hopeluth.com.

Our Food Pantry is open to everyone on Thursdays from 12:30-2:30 p.m. for picking up food. Also, donations can be made from 11 a.m.-noon or by making arrangements by leaving a message on the church answering service.

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

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

ST. PAUL’S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 309 Patchogue Road, Port Jefferson Station 631-473-2236 E-mail: Pastorpauldowning@yahoo.com Pastor’s cell: 347-423-3623 (voice or text) www.StPaulsLCPJS.org facebook.com/stpaulselca REV. PAUL A. DOWNING PASTOR Indoor service of Holy Communion will be offered each Sunday at 8:30am in our sanctuary.

Out of consideration for those who may be unvaccinated for Covid-19, and since even those vaccinated may contact or pass on the coronavirus, masks are required in the building except as directed when receiving Holy Communion. We also ask that you just hum along or sing hymns quietly. Unless otherwise instructed, all pews are available. Please remain where you are seated for the duration of the service. You will be given communion wafers and bulletins upon arrival. Wine and grape juice will be distributed during communion. Please follow all directions.

Outdoor Parking Lot Service is a Drive-In, or you may sit outside as weather permits. Please bring your own chair if possible. The service begins promptly at 10:30am. Enter from Maple

Avenue. Greeters will provide communion wafers and bulletins. Sound will be broadcast on FM radio station 88.3 and with speakers as weather allows. Please maintain social distancing. Masks are not required. Please follow all directions.

Morning worship is also available over Facebook Live at the church website or Facebook Live from 8:30am service.

Lutheran-LCMS MESSIAH LUTHERAN CHURCH 465 Pond Path, East Setauket 631-751-1775 www.messiahny.org PASTOR NILS NIEMEIER ASSOCIATE PASTOR STEVE UNGER Our worship services are 9am and 10:45am with Sunday school at 9am.

We are still asking people to wear a mask and social distance. The service will be live streamed on our YouTube page.

Go to our website (www.messiahny.org) for the link.We are here for you and if you are in need, please call us. Our Pastors are available and you are welcome to call the church to speak to them.

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

Presbyterian FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF PORT JEFFERSON 107 South/Main Streets (631) 473-0147 We are an accepting and caring people who invite you to share in the journey of faith with us.

Email: office@pjpres.org Website: www.pjpres.org THE REV. DR. RICHARD GRAUGH Sunday Worship Service-10 am (social distancing & masks required) service is also broadcast on church FB page under “Missions and Activities” Christian Education Activities: Call 631-473-0147 Bible Study: Tuesday 2 pm via Zoom Holy Communion 1st Sunday of the Month Hot meals, groceries & clothing provided on a take out basis by Welcome Friends on Fridays 4-5:30 pm Call the church office or visit our website for current activities and events.

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

Methodist BETHEL AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH

S E TA U K E T P R E S B Y T E R I A N CHURCH

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

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

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

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

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

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

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SBU SPORTSWEEK TOMORROW IS FRIDAY – WEAR RED ON CAMPUS!

OCT. 21 TO OCT. 27, 2021

STONY BROOK UNIVERSITY

Seawolves football takes down Delaware Blue Hens 34-17 Oct. 16 One play, 99 yards. That's all it took for the Stony Brook University football team (2-5, 1-3 CAA) to set the tone on its opening drive on Saturday as redshirt junior running back Ty Son Lawton broke a 99-yard touchdown run on the team's first play from scrimmage en route to a 34-17 victory over No. 14/15 Delaware (3-3, 2-2 CAA).

The 99-yard touchdown run was the longest play from scrimmage in program history for the Seawolves. Their previous longest rush was 95 yards by Oliver Bridges on November 16, 1991, at Pace. Stony Brook's longest pass play still stands at 91 yards, which happened twice in history. Lawton rushed for a new career-high 192 yards and two touchdowns as he added to his CAA-leading rushing and touchdown totals.

The Seawolves used the momentum from that play to carry them through the first half.

Stony Brook punched in its second score of the game to make it 13-0 with 13:00 to play in the second quarter. The Seawolves put together a 14-play, 84-yard drive that resulted in a one-yard touchdown plunge by Lawton.

Graduate quarterback Tyquell Fields guided Stony Brook down the field and hit redshirt sophomore wide receiver Shawn Harris Jr. for a 22-yard gain to Delaware's one-yard line, which setup Lawton's one-yard touchdown.

The Blue Hens responded by scoring 10 unanswered points to close out the first half, but the Seawolves still controlled a 13-10 advantage. Stony Brook's energy carried over into the second half of play as it went on to

#7 Ty Son Lawton broke a 99-yard touchdown run on the team's first play last Saturday.

Photo courtesy of Stony Brook Athletics

outscore Delaware, 21-7, over the final 30 minutes as it sealed its first conference win of the season by the final score of 34-17.

After the teams traded the first two possessions in the second half, the Seawolves struck as Fields found redshirt senior wide receiver Khalil Newton for a 26-yard touchdown connection to go up, 20-10. The Blue Hens responded by scoring a touchdown on the next drive as Zach Gwynn found Thyrick Pitts for a 28-yard touchdown to make it 20-17.

With 6:24 to go in the game, Stony Brook forced its first turnover when redshirt junior Makye Smith recorded a sack and forced a fumble that was recovered by graduate defensive lineman Brandon Lopez and returned to the Delaware one-yard line. On the ensuing play, Fields' number was called and he rushed it in from one-yard out to extend the lead to 27-17.

Stony Brook added to its advantage when Delaware's Jourdan Townsend muffed a punt that was recovered by redshirt senior defensive

back Randy Pringle in the end zone for a touchdown. Pringle's touchdown recovery clinched the ball game for the Seawolves as they went over the 30-point plateau for the first time this season.

Stony Brook's defensive tenacity was on display all game long as the Seawolves were flying all over the field to make tackles, disrupt passes, and pressure the quarterback.

Redshirt freshman Tyler King, redshirt senior Reidgee Dimanche, and redshirt senior Makye Smith anchored the defensive effort.

King racked up a career-high tying 12 tackles and 3.0 tackles for loss, Dimanche notched six tackles and 1.0 tackles for loss, and Smith totaled five tackles, 2.0 tackles for loss, and 1.0 sack.

"We are really proud of our guys' resiliency from the Rhode Island game, to the Towson game, to today. They came out this week feeling good about having a home game, and prepared correctly. I am just proud of them; the credit goes out to the boys on the field – 100 percent," said head coach Chuck Priore.

"We had a number of big plays on both sides of the ball, a number of great hits defensively, a big sack, a fumble recovery, a fumble recovery off a punt. We are going to enjoy tonight and tomorrow. Richmond is a good team, so it'll be a fun game next week," he added.

The Seawolves are back in action on Saturday, October 23, at 3:30 p.m., when they host Richmond on Homecoming. The game is set to air on FloFootball. Be sure to purchase tickets now to be a part of the action!

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Religious D irectory Quaker QUAKER

RELIGIOUS SOCIETY OF FRIENDS

Conscience Bay Meeting 4 Friends Way, St. James 11780 631-928-2768 www.consciencebayquakers.org We gather in silent worship seeking God,/the Inner Light/Spirit.

We’re guided by the Quaker testimonies of simplicity, peace, integrity, community, equality

and stewardship. In-person worship blended with virtual worship. Monthly discussions, Sept.June. Religious education for children.

Sept.-June, 11 a.m.; July-Aug., 10 a.m. All are welcome. See our website.

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

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

Check uufsb.org for Zoom links and information

about in-person and live-streamed Sunday worship services.

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

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31 Halloween events

on the North Shore

H

alloween is such a fun time of year and celebrations have come early this year, with many events happening this weekend in addition to next weekend. Here are 31 Halloween events on the North Shore to enjoy with your family.

Cold Spring Harbor Harbor Haunts Walking Tour

The Whaling Museum, 301 Main St. Cold Spring Harbor hosts a Harbor Haunts Walking Tour on Oct 23 at 4:30 and 6 p.m. Explore Cold Spring Harbor’s ghostly side with fascinating tales of mishaps and historic hauntings on Main Street. Recommended for adults and children ages 8 and up. All tours are held rain or shine. Fee is $12 adults, $8 children. Register for the tours at www.cshwhalingmuseum.org or call 631-367-3418.

Haunted Hatchery

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. 30 from 2 to 5 p.m. Families are welcome to join us for a not-so-scary Haunted Hatchery. Trick-orTreat 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

Centerport

Vanderbilt Fall Festival

The Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport hosts a Fall Festival with lots of seasonal fun for visitors of every age to enjoy a safe Halloween on Friday evenings and on weekends through Halloween. Choose daytime events from noon to 4 p.m. with mini golf, face painting, pumpkin patch, Halloween games, a scavenger hunt or nightime attractions with a Wicked Walk, a haunted maze, and The Wicked Haunt, the museum’s version of a haunted house, plus a 9-hole Mini Golf from 6 to 10 p.m. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www. vanderbiltmuseum.org.

Commack

Trunk-N-Treat

Commack United Methodist Church, 486 Townline Road, Commack presents a TrunkN-Treat event on Oct. 30 from 3 to 5 p.m.

Children can trick or treat for candy at festively decorated car trunks and truck beds. Stay for

some games and activities. Free. 631-499-7310, www.commack-umc.org

Farmingville

Trick or Treat Trail

Join the Farmingville Historical Society on Oct. 30 and 31 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. All Trick or Treaters must pre-register at www. farmingvillehistoricalsociety.org.

Dark Night: Halloween Trail

Long Island Community Hospital Amphitheater, 1 Ski Run Lane, Farmingville presents Dark Night: Halloween Trail, 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. 22 to 24 and Oct. 28 to 31. Hours are 7 to 11 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 7 to 10:30 p.m. on Sundays and on Thursday, Oct. 28. Tickets are $35 adults, $15 per child. To purchase tickets, please visit, www.DarkNightLI.com.

Huntington

All Hallows Tour

Huntington Town Hall, 100 Main St., Huntington hosts an All Hallows tour at the Town Clerk’s archives every Monday, Wednesday and Friday through October from 1:30 to 4 p.m. The Halloween event will feature live interpretations of stories taken out of the archives vault. Free. Call 631-351-3216 or 631-351-3035.

Trick or Treat at the Heckscher

Families are invited to celebrate Halloween at the Heckscher Museum of Art, 2 Prime Ave., Huntington on Oct. 28 from noon to 5 p.m. Create a spooktacular art activity, make a haunted Digital Action painting, and take home a festive treat! Free admission for kids in costume and their families!

Reserve timed tickets at www. heckscher.org. 631-380-3230.

Kings Park Seaside Lantern Walk

Join the staff at Sunken Meadow State Park, Route 25A and Sunken Meadow Parkway, Kings Park for a Seaside Lantern Walk on Oct. 24 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. The group will pause along the way for some Long Island historical scary stories! Reservations are required. To register, please visit Eventbrite. com and search for #NatureEdventures. For more info, call 631-581-1072

Lake Ronkonkoma Halloween Pet Parade

The Lake Ronkonkoma Civic Organization hosts a Halloween Pet Parade in the Lake Shore Plaza parking lot on Portion Road in front of Shoprite on Oct. 23 from 11 to 11:45 a.m.

Goodie bags for all participants, top prizes for scariest, original and cute, 50/50 raffle. www. lakeronkonkomacivic.org

Miller Place

Spooky Lantern Tour

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. 22, 23, 29 & 30 at 5:30 p.m., 6 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. Masks are mandatory. Tickets are $15 per person. To register, visit www. mpmshistoricalsociety.eventbrite.com.

Mount Sinai

A Heritage Park Halloween

The Heritage Center, 633 Mount Sinai Coram Road, Mt. Sinai presents an outdoor Halloween event on Oct. 31 from 9 to 10:30 a.m. and again from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Enjoy pumpkin picking and decorating, unlimited game playing, and much more. Registration is $10 per participant. Parents and guardians are not required to register. Each registrant will receive a goodie bag and pumpkin to decorate and take home. Don't forget to wear your costume! Advance registration only at www. msheritagetrust.org.

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KIDS KORNER Programs Picture Book Workshop

The Reboli Center for Art & History, 64 Main St., Stony Brook hosts a Children’s Picture Book Making Workshop with Bonnie Connelly on Oct. 24 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. For grades 1 to 5. $10 per child. To register, call 751-7707 or visit www.rebolicenter.org.

Theater 'Rapunzel'

The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport presents Rapunzel, A Tangled Fairytale through Oct. 31. Forced to live alone in a tower with nothing but her hair and her "mother" the witch, Rapunzel’s sixteenth birthday has come – meaning she’ll be able to see the outside world for the first time, just as her "mother" promised.

Scared to let her go, though, the witch reneges. Lucky for Rapunzel a young prince named Brian happens across her tower but before the prince and Rapunzel have their inevitable “happily ever after,” though, they’re going to have to face the wrath of the witch and few other hilarious obstacles.

Shows are held on Saturdays at 11 a.m. and Sundays at 10:30 a.m. All seats are $20. To order, 631-261-2900 or visit www. engemantheater.com.

‘Spookley the Square Pumpkin’

Just in time for Halloween, the Smithtown Center for the Performing Arts presents Spookley The Square Pumpkin on the grounds of the Smithtown Historical Society, 2 E. Main St.. Smithtown on various dates through Oct. 31. The musical tells the story of a square pumpkin named Spookley living in a round pumpkin patch on Holiday Hill Farm who helps the pumpkins in the patch learn that the things that make you different make you special. A treat for all ages!

Tickets to this outdoor performance are $18 per person. To order, call 724-3700 or visit www.smithtownpac.org.

'A Kooky Spooky Halloween'

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

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

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Nesconset

Theater

The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport kicks off its MainStage season with “Smokey Joe’s Cafe: The Songs of Leiber and Stoller from Sept. 16 to Oct. 31. Featuring 40 of the greatest songs of the past century, including “On Broadway,” “Stand By Me,” “Jailhouse Rock,” “Hound Dog,” “Love Potion No. 9,” “Spanish Harlem,” “Yakety Yak” and “Charlie Brown,” and “Love Potion No. 9.” Tickets are $75 per person. To order, call 631-261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.

‘Twelfth Night’

In partnership with the Smithtown Center for the Performing Arts, the Smithtown Historical Society, 239 E. Main St., Smithtown will present an outdoor performance of William Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night from Oct. 8 to 31. The tale of a young woman who disguises herself as a man and becomes entangled in the courtship of two local aristocrats upends conventions of romance and gender roles, Twelfth Night is one of Shakespeare’s most performed plays. Tickets are $20 adults, $15 seniors and children 12 and under. To order, call 631-724-3700 or visit www.smithtownpac.org.

Grease is the word at Theatre Three! The show runs through Oct. 30.

‘Godspell’

Star Playhouse at Stage 74, 74 Hauppauge Road, Commack presents Godspell on Oct. 30 and Nov 6 at 8 p.m. and Oct. 31 and Nov. 7 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $25, $20 members. To order, call 631-462-9800, ext. 136 or visit www.starplayhouse.com.

‘Grease’

Theatre Three 412 Main St., Port Jefferson presents Grease from Sept. 18 to Oct. 30.

Featuring the hit songs “Greased Lightnin’,” “You’re The One That I Want,” and “Summer Nights.” Contains adult themes and situations.

Tickets are $35 adults, $28 seniors and students, $20 children ages 5 to 12. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.

A ghoulish weekend is planned for witches and warlocks of all ages at the Downtown Riverhead’s Annual Halloween Fest on Oct. 21 from 3 to 8 p.m. !Those brave enough to have a spooktacular time will enjoy activities throughout the weekend such as the Haunted Ale-Trail at local breweries and distilleries, spirited shows at the historic Suffolk Theater, Coffin Races, Trick or Treating, Goblin Parade and more! Explore the lineup of thrills and chills at downtownriverhead.org Rain date is Oct. 24.

Halloween Hayride

Trunk Or Treat!

Northport

The Village of Northport will host its annual Halloween Hayride in Northport Village Park on Oct. 24 from noon to 4 p.m. with hayrides, pumpkin patch, pumpkin painting, live music, petting zoo, costume contest & refreshments.

Fun for the whole family! Admission is $5 per person. Call 631-754-3905.

Port Jefferson

Trick or Treat Halloween Party

Give Kids Hope, 1506 Main St., Port Jefferson hosts a Trick or Treat Halloween Party on Oct. 23 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Decorate a pumpkin, play games, take part in a costume contest and more. Free. Call 631538-5287.

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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. 30 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Come in costume and trick-or-treat, enjoy ice cream, raffles, music, pet costume contest, vendors and more. Rain date is Oct. 31. Free. 631-7242543, www.nesconsetchamber.com.

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‘Smokey Joe’s Cafe’

per person, $50 for a family of four, children under 5 free. For a full schedule and tickets, visit www.hallockville.org.

The Village of Port Jefferson hosts its annual Harvest Fest throughout the village on Oct. 23 from noon to 5 p.m. with live music, fall inspired beer tastings, children’s activities, costumed dog parade, Pirate Scavenger Hunt, pumpkin carving, cornhole, woodcarving demonstrations, chowder crawl ($10 fee) and much more. Rain date is Oct. 24.Visit portjeff. com for schedule of events.

Halloween at the Explorium

Drop by the Long Island Explorium, 101 E. Broadway, Port Jefferson in costume on Oct. 30 and 31 between 1 and 5 p.m. and pick up a Halloween treat! Call 631-331-3277.

Riverhead

Festive Trunk or Treat

Hallockville Museum Farm, 6038 Sound Ave., Riverhead presents a festive Trunk or Treat event on Oct. 30 from 3 to 6 p.m. Come in costume and enjoy a mummy wrapping contest, Mike the Silly Magician Show, Halloween crafts, pumpkin decorating, games, costume parade,Trunk or Treat (treat bags provided) and much more. Admission is $15

Rocky Point

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 trunkortreatnsyc.eventbrite.com.

Ronkonkoma

Ghosts, Goblins and Witches

Ballet Long Island, 1863 Pond Road, Ronkonkoma presents Ghosts, Goblins and Witches, a fun ballet that is full of dance tricks and treats, on Oct. 27 at 11 a.m. and again at 12:15 p.m. (indoors) and on Oct. 30 at 8 p.m. (outdoors). Tickets are $18 adults, $9 children and seniors. To order, call 631-737-1964 or visit www.theballetcenter.org.

St. James

Deepwells Haunted Mansion

Just in time for Halloween, the Deepwells Farm Historical Society transforms the Deepwells Farm Mansion, 2 Taylor Lane, St. James into Deepwells Sanitarium, Home for the Criminally Insane on Oct. 22, 23, 29 to 30 from 7 to 10 p.m. Featuring 16 rooms of horror, wooded trail of terror, food vendors, photo-ops and more. Advance tickets are available at www.deepwellshauntedmansion. com for $20 per person, $25 at the door. For more information, call 862-2808.

Setauket

Graveyard Walking Tours

In lieu of its annual Spirits Tour, the Three Village Historical Society hosts a series of one hour Graveyard Walking Tours through the Caroline Church and Setauket Presbyterian graveyards on Oct. 22, 23, 29 and 30 at 5 p.m. and again at 5:30 p.m. Hear the stories of the dearly departed including the Culper Spies that lay at rest in the Three Village area. Tickets are $25. To register, visit www.tvhs.org.

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Shoreham Halloween at Wardenclyffe

Join the Tesla Science Center at Wardenclyffe, 5 Randall Road, Shoreham in celebrating Halloween on Oct. 30 from 3 to 6 p.m. with electrifyingly eerie exhibits, educational activities and fun for all ages featuring music, food, vendors, pumpkin contest, costume contest, Monster Mash Robot Challenge and more. Tickets are $15 adults, $13 seniors and students, $5 for ages 5 to 17, free for kids under 5. Visit www.teslasciencecenter.org or call 8862632 for more information.

Smithtown

Ghosts and Goblins event *This event is for Smithtown residents only.

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. 23 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.

of fun and excitement. Enjoy eerie animal presentations, a ghostly graveyard, creepy games, scary music, and spooky night trails.

Great for ghouls 7 years and up. Refreshments available for purchase. Tickets are $15 per person. Register at www.sweetbriarnc.org or call 631-979-6344.

Spooky Lantern Walk

Caleb Smith State Park Preserve, 581 W. Jericho Turnpike, Smithtown hosts a Spooky Lantern Walk On Oct. 23 from 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Enjoy a fun evening of walking through the park with only a lantern to light the way. See Caleb Smith in a whole new way after dark, while your guide tells some spooky stories!

Lanterns are provided. Advance registration is required by calling 265-1054.

Stony Brook Halloween Family Fun

The Long Island Museum, 1200 Route 25A, Stony Brook presents its annual Halloween Family Fun Day on Oct. 23 from 1 to 4 p.m.

Come in costume and enjoy some spooky family fun on the museum grounds with a Halloween-themed magic show by Magic of Amore at 1 p.m., pumpkin painting and outdoor activities. Rain date is Oct. 24. Free admission and free pumpkin/decoration kit for each child while supplies last. 631-7510066, www.longislandmuseum.org.

Secrets and Spirits Walking Tour

Ward Melville Heritage Organization hosts a Secrets and Spirits of Stony Brook Village walking tours on Oct. 28 at 2:50 p.m. and Oct.

29 at 10:50 a.m. Participants of the tour will hear the stories of the people who lived, loved, died…and still reside in Stony Brook Village!

Stories include star-crossed lovers Mark and Sarah, who resided by the harbor in the 1800s; legendary 19th-century artist William Sidney Mount and his involvement in the “Miracle Circle” group of séance enthusiasts; the traveling ghost of Jonas Smith, the so-called “Lady in White,” who is said to suddenly appear at the Stony Brook Grist Mill, and more. $10 per person. To reserve your spot, call 631-751-2244.

Halloween Festival

Join the Ward Melville Heritage Organization for its 31st annual Halloween Festival at the Stony Brook Village Center, 111 Main St., Stony Brook on Oct. 29 from 2 to 5 p.m. Enjoy trick-or-treating in the shops, dancing and games, music from WALK 97.5, scarecrow competition and a Halloween parade! Free. Call 631-751-2244.

Pumpkin Carving Contest

The Reboli Center for Art & History, 64 Main St., Stony Brook hosts a Pumpkin Carving & Mask Making contest on Friday, Oct. 22 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Participants must bring their own, finished, carved pumpkin or mask (or both) in order to enter the contests.

First place winners in each age group will win a Reboli Center gift certificate. Costumes welcome. Rain date is Oct. 29. 631-751-7707.

Halloween Spooktacular

Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 Eckernkamp Ave., Smithtown hosts a Halloween Spooktacular event on Oct. 28 and 29 from 6 to 9 p.m. Calling all ghoulies, ghosties, and other Halloween creepies for an evening

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SHELTER PETS OF THE WEEK

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MEET OREO, NEO AND MISTY!

This week's shelter pets are, from left, Oreo, Neo and Misty, available for adoption at the Smithtown Animal Shelter.

These siblings are 1.5 years old and lost their home when their family had to move. Neo is a grey tabby male. Misty is a grey and white female. Oreo is a black and white female. They are spayed/ neutered.

We would love to see them go together, but they are not bonded and may be separated. They are understandably very shell-shocked over being in the shelter, but they are slowly beginning to come out and look for love. These cats would do best in

a quiet and calm environment.

If you are interested in meeting these sweethearts, please call ahead to schedule an hour to properly interact with them in a domestic setting, which includes a Meet and Greet Room.

The Smithtown Animal & Adoption Shelter is located at 410 Middle Country Road, Smithtown. Shelter operating hours are currently Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Sundays and Wednesday evenings by appointment only). For more information, call 631-360-7575 or visit www.smithtownanimalshelter.com.

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rom trick or treating, haunted trails, parades, festivals and pumpkin carving, there's always so much to do on the North Shore around Halloween. Over in Huntington, the Huntington Arts Council is playing host to a spooky art show that is perfect for the season.

Celebrating its 10th year, the popular juried student exhibit Nightmare on Main Street featuring 55 works of art opens at the HAC's Main Street Gallery on Oct. 22.

This year's juror, Sueey Gutierrez, invited students in grades 6 to 12 to submit work inspired by the theme of Halloween.

“Halloween is a celebration observed in many countries. For some, it is a time, or reflection for remembering loved ones that have passed. For others it is a celebration of life. Many experience Halloween mainly with candy, costumes and spooky decorations. It all depends on your cultural background. ...

Show us how you celebrate Halloween and what it means to you, your family or your friends," she asked of the artists.

All mediums were accepted, including drawing, painting, photography and sculpture.

"It was challenging selecting works for this show since there were so many great entries.

There was a lot of variety in the work from digital, photography, sculpture and traditional media as well as different skill sets. But the pieces that were selected for this exhibition conveyed strong emotions and how they connect to Halloween; from cultural, whimsical, and visceral imagery," said Gutierrez.

"The point is to make the audience connect with the work, to grab their attention so that they may form their own opinions," she added.

"Our 10th annual Nightmare on Main Street exhibition continues to inspire students throughout Long Island to interpret the meaning of Halloween and how they chose to create their artistic representation of the theme. With 89 submissions, from 19 school districts, the 55 pieces accepted for the show reflect the abundance of talent, creativity and skill in these young adults, and that is exciting to see," said Marc Courtade, Executive Director of Huntington Arts Council.

"For many of these students, Nightmare on Main Street is their first opportunity to participate in a gallery exhibition.

Huntington Arts Council is proud to be able to support young artists in the community, and encourage their creativity through our exhibition program. All are welcome to come to our Main Street Gallery and view this unique show!" said Courtade.

The Huntington Arts Council's Main Street Gallery, 213 Main Street, Huntington presents Nightmare On Main Street from Oct. 22 to Nov. 13. Gallery hours are Tuesday to Friday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and some weekends with limited capacity, social distancing and face coverings required at all times. Please call 631-271-8423 in advance. More more information, visit www.huntingtonarts.org.

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BOOK REVIEW

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Haunted Long Island Mysteries

By Kerriann Flanagan Brosky

REVIEWED BY JEFFREY SANZEL

The versatile Kerriann Flanagan Brosky’s works include Historic Crimes of Long Island (reviewed in this paper October 2017), Ghosts of Long Island, The Medal, and Delectable Italian Dishes for Family and Friends, among others. Haunted America (a division of The History Press) presents her latest work, Haunted Long Island Mysteries, a well-crafted overview of various sites of supernatural activity from Sag Harbor to Port Washington.

Brosky has once again teamed up with medium and paranormal investigator Joe Giaquinto to explore a range of “spirited” hauntings.

This is Brosky’s fourth ghost book: “The journey of investigating over one hundred presumably haunted locales on Long Island has led me to Above, Kerriann Flanagan Brosky kicked off her Fall book understand many things, including tour at the Country House Restaurant in Stony Brook the importance of these spiritual hosted by owner Bob Willemstyn on September 30. beings and how they relate to our past and contacts spirits using radio frequency. The result history, to the continuity of life after death and is EVP (Electronic Voice Phenomena): humanto the ability to communicate with our loved sounding voices from an unknown source ones after they have passed.” Brosky finds heard on recorded data from an audiotape, the place where history and the spirit world radio station noise, or other electronic media.

The book contains portions of transcriptions, eloquently intersect with the paranormal.

Both Brosky and Giaquinto come from a but readers may listen to the actual recordings grounded and focused point of view. They by visiting www.ghostsoflongisland.com, then are not looking for converts. Instead, they ask clicking on Haunted Long Island Mysteries.

The book contains accounts of orbs of light, the reader to keep an open mind. “We are simply putting our research and investigations dark silhouettes, footsteps in the middle of the out there for one to ponder while at the same night, and slamming doors. There are rooms time teaching you about local history and the where the temperature is exceptionally and inexplicably cold. There are scents with no importance of preserving it.”

Each chapter focuses on a specific location: source. But it is not about things that go bump in a house, an inn, a cemetery, a restaurant, etc. the night (though many do, including the voice From Setauket to Patchogue, Babylon to Stony of a screaming woman). Instead, it is about the Brook — many of these places (18 in all) will energy and the presence (perhaps more blessed be familiar to the readers from reading about than haunted). Most of the encounters are with benign and even welcoming entities. Whether or even visiting them.

First, Brosky provides a meticulously focusing on a member of the Culper Spy Ring, researched background, with detailed notes a library custodian, a mother guilty of filicide, on the construction and physical elements. or victims of a shipwreck, Brosky shows respect Next, she succinctly proceeds to accounts of for her mission.

For believers, the book presents an ideal the occupants’ lives throughout the years— the families, the marriages, the breaks, the blend of history and mystery. For others, the affairs. Finally, having established context, she exceptional scholarship provides an undeniably arrives at the present, interviewing caretakers, detailed examination of a range of Long Island directors, docents, and board members. She settings. The work celebrates the scientific, not then connects past to present, highlighting any the sensational. This world is not populated by fanatics or conspiracy theories but people who of the unusual occurrences.

The final section of most chapters is have experienced events and connections for composed of Brosky and Giaquinto’s actual which they cannot find an explanation.

Brosky offers many perspectives in the work in the location, including photography, video, and, most interesting, the use of a ghost dozens of interviews. “People always ask us box. A ghost box (also known as a spirit box) if we have ghosts,” states Frank Giebfried, a

docent and board member at Meadow Croft in Sayville. “I have not really experienced anything, just a little voice here or there, but nothing that I would attribute to anything supernatural. I’m a skeptic, but I’m not going to not believe the things people tell me they experience.”

Brosky honors groups like the BayportBluepoint Heritage Association, the Ward Melville Heritage Organization and the Oyster Bay Historical Society for their work in preserving these historical sites and making them available to the public.

The last two chapters are devoted to the Sundance Stables in Manorville, with the final chapter focusing on Rebecca Weissbard, who died in 2016 at age twenty-two. A gifted

equestrian, “Becca” died in a horseback riding incident. Her detailed story is the ideal coda because of the resonance of its deeply personal nature.

Giaquinto best sums up Haunted Long Island Mysteries: “There is something for everyone in this book. If you love history, it’s in the book. If you like to read ghost stories and urban legends, there are many to peruse here. And if you’ve ever been curious how a paranormal researcher does their work, you’ll find it here as well.”

Haunted Long Island Mysteries is available online at Barnes and Noble and Amazon.

Learn more about the author at www. kerriannflanaganbrosky.com.

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