Summer Times - June 23, 2022

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Cover story Bobo the Giraffe is one of more than 200 animals that call the Long Island Game Farm in Manorville home.

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INSIDE Fourth of July events ...................................... 5 Movies in the Moonlight .............................. 5 Fairs and Festivals ............................................ 9 Theater ..............................................................17 Crossword Puzzle ..........................................18 Summer Movie Guide... ...............................19 Car Shows .........................................................21 Art Galleries.... .................................................23 Farmers Markets ............................................32 U-Pick on the North Shore .........................34 Path Through History ...................................41 Music Under the Stars..................................43 Wineries ............................................................47 Beaches .............................................................48

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FOURTH OF JULY EVENTS

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ndependence Day is a fun time on Long Island, a time when families gather for a picnic or a barbecue, head to the beach, catch a parade and top it off with a feast for the eyes, a fireworks display.

Fireworks at Bald Hill

Celebrate Independence Day at the Long Island Community Hospital Amphitheater at Bald Hill, 1 Ski Run Lane, Farmingville on July 4 with live music from Solid 70s and The Chiclettes starting at 5:30 p.m. followed by fireworks at 9:15 p.m. 631-648-2500

Fourth of July Parade

Grab yourself a lawn chair and head down to Main Street so you don’t miss a moment of the Port Jefferson Fourth of July Parade on July 4 at 10 a.m. Fire trucks, dancers, bagpipe players, classic cars and more. The event is sponsored by Port Jefferson Fire Department. Rain date is July 8. 631-4731414

Jones Beach Fireworks

Jones Beach State Park, Ocean Parkway, Wantagh hosts a July 4th Fireworks Spectacular at the Central Mall on July 4 at 9:30 p.m. A Fireworks extravaganza above the shores of the park will be simulcast to a musical array of patriotic songs. Parking fee applies. www.jonesbeach.com

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Celebration of Hometown Heroes

VFW Post 6249, 109 King Road, Rocky Point and the Rocky Point Sound Beach Chamber of Commerce present A Celebration of Hometown Heroes on July 4 at 11 a.m. Followed by a live reading of the Declaration of Independence. Refreshments will be served. 631-729-0699, www. rpsbchamber.org

Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks

Fireworks will fly high above the East River once again when the 46th Annual Macy’s 4th

of July Fireworks show takes over New York City skies on July 4 at 9:25 p.m. The show will pop and crackle to the rhythm of classic patriotic tunes including “The Star-Spangled Banner.” The event will be broadcast on NBC starting at 8 p.m. www.macys.com

Fireworks in Port Jefferson

The Village of Port Jefferson will hold a fireworks display on July 3 at 9 p.m. from West Beach (residents only). Also viewable from Cedar Beach, 244 Harbor Beach Road, Mount Sinai. 631-473-4724, www.portjeff.com

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MOVIES UNDER THE MOONLIGHT

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ummer means it’s time to get outside and have fun. What better way to celebrate than taking the family to a movie under the moonlight? Parks, harborfronts, museums and even beaches are some of the great places to see outdoor movies on Long Island.

Showtime is at dusk (approximately 8 p.m.)

Bring a blanket or chair for seating.

Fort Salonga

The Smithtown Recreation Department hosts a Drive-In Movie Night screening of Encanto at Callahan’s Beach, Route 25A, Fort Salonga on Sept. 23 at 7 p.m. Rain date is Sept. 24. $15 per car. Space is limited, registration is required. 631-360-7644

Huntington

Town of Huntington presents five drivein movies this summer at 8:30 p.m. starting with Spider-Man at Crab Meadow Beach, Waterview Street W., Fort Salonga on July 13; Grease at Quentin Sammis/West Neck Beach, West Neck Road, Lloyd Harbor on July 27; Star Wars: The Last Jedi at Dix Hills Park, 575 Vanderbilt Parkway, Dix Hills on Aug. 3; Black Panther at the Huntington Senior Center, 423 Park Ave., Huntington on Aug. 10; and Encanto at the Huntington Senior Center, 423 Park Ave., Huntington on Aug. 17. 631-351-3089, www.huntingtonny.gov

Disney’s Encanto is the most popular outdoor movie screening this year.

Mount Sinai

Heritage Park, 633 Mount Sinai-Coram Road, Mount Sinai continues its Movies in the Moonlight series with a screening of Encanto on July 22 and Sing 2 on Aug. 13 at 8:15 p.m..

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Port Jefferson

Village of Port Jefferson presents its Movies on the Harbor at Harborfront Park, 101-A East Broadway, Port Jefferson

Tuesdays at dusk: Encanto on July 12; Dream Horse on July 19; West Side Story (1961) on July 26; Minari on Aug. 2; and October Sky on Aug. 9. Rain date is the next evening. 631473-4724

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COVER STORY

Animal adventures await at the Long Island Game Farm

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ince 1970, the Long Island Game Farm Wildlife Park and Children’s Zoo in Manorville has been a premier location for families and people of all ages to visit and learn about all the feathered, furred, and scaled creatures with whom we share the Earth. It’s an ideal spot to foster environmental awareness, appreciation, and respect.

I hadn’t visited the Game Farm since I was very young, so returning here was extremely nostalgic for me. The moment I entered the gates and stepped onto the boardwalk surrounded by rich green forest, memories all started coming back to me. I was greeted by a friendly parrot and soon made my way to the first interactive exhibit — Bambiland. I was in utter awe spending time with the friendly, young Fallow Deer. They pranced around happily in their paddock and eagerly approached visitors, seeking food and attention.

In a similar fashion to the deer enclosure, the goat nursery also allows guests to step into the world of these

Clockwise from top photo, a dromedary camel, Bobo the Giraffe and an Alpaca all call the Long Island Game Farm home.

Photos by Cayla Rosenhagen

curious creatures. It’s the perfect place for human kids to encounter goat kids.

I felt nothing but sheer delight playing with and bottle-feeding the affectionate babies. I certainly had a difficult time leaving the goat pen, but I was prompted by my excitement to visit with all the other animals on the farm.

Throughout the day, I learned about and met all kinds of animals, from African Spurred Tortoises and Grant’s Zebras to peafowl and wallabies. There were also alpacas, llamas, bison, sheep, donkeys, rabbits, and more.

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The kind and welcoming staff members’ immense wealth of knowledge about the animals, as well as the abundance of informational signage all around the park greatly contributed to my experience and generated quite a few “wow!” moments.

Additionally, I was fortunate to see Bobo, the almost-two-year-old reticulated giraffe majestically grazing and interacting with zookeepers. The gentle giant recently returned to the Game Farm from an extended vacation in the South, where the warmer winter weather is more tolerable to him. You can visit him all summer long, until he heads back down south again in October.

Although I only saw Bobo from just outside his enclosure, guests do have the opportunity to get closer and even feed him with the V.I.P. Animal Tour. This all-inclusive package also encompasses wallaby, emu, zebra, and ring-tailed lemur encounters, and bottle-feeding opportunities at the nursery. There are also several individual encounters experiences, such as those with the zebras and camels, and children’s pony rides, some for additional fees.

Aside from the remarkable array of creatures to meet, the Game Farm offers amenities such as their snack bar with kid-friendly menu items, gift shop, picnic grounds, and playground areas.

The Long Island Game Farm is located at 489 Chapman Blvd. in Manorville.

Weather permitting, you can visit the Game Farm any day of the week from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. through September.

General admission tickets cost $24.95 for adults (ages 13-61), $21.95 for seniors (age 62 and older), $18.95 for kids (ages

Clockwise from top photo, an American bison, a Grant’s zebra and a young Fallow Deer in Bambiland. Below, an African spurred tortoise.

Photos by Cayla Rosenhagen

3-12) and toddlers and babies two and under are free! For more information, please call 631-878-6644 or visit www. longislandgamefarm.com.

Author Cayla Rosenhagen is a local high school student who enjoys capturing the unique charm of the community through photography and journalism.

She serves on the board of directors for the Four Harbors Audubon Society and Brookhaven’s Youth Board, is the founder and coordinator of Beach Bucket Brigade, a community outreach program dedicated to environmental awareness, engagement, and education, and pens a column for TBR News Media titled Cayla’s Column.

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FAIRS AND FESTIVALS

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Celebrate St. James benefit

The Knox School’s Wm. Shoemaker Theatre, 541 Long Beach Road, St. James presents Celebrate America & St. James, a patriotic evening of musical comedy, on June 25 at 7 p.m. Enjoy a live musical revue of patriotic Broadway songs while raising money to save the St. James Calderone Theatre. Refreshments and food will be served at 4:30 p.m. Bring seating. Tickets are $35 adults, $20 children. 631-984-0201, www.celebratestjames.org.

St. James Summer Nights

For the 5th year, St. James Elementary School, 580 Lake Ave., St. James hosts St. James Summer Nights on Wednesdays, June 29, July 20 and Aug. 17 from 5 to 9 p.m. featuring food trucks, craft vendors and musical acts. It’s a perfect family outing and a chance to mingle with your neighbors and community under the summer stars.

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As seen on America’s Got Talent, The Royal Legacy Circus will perform at St. Anthony’s Feast and Festival June 29 to July 1 at 6:30 p.m., 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. and on July 2 at 3:30 p.m., 6 p.m. and 10 p.m.

St. Anthony’s Feast and Festival

Fr. Thomas Judge Knights of Columbus celebrates its 29th annual St. Anthony’s Family Feast and Festival at Trinity Regional School, 1025 Fifth Ave., East Northport from June 29 to July 1 from 6 to 11 p.m. and July 2 from 3 to 11 p.m. Featuring rides, games, food, craft beer, live music, circus shows

and Saturday fireworks. Special attractions include the Royal Legacy Circus, Scotto’s Carnival Stage, a Zeppole eating contest on June 30 and a St. Anthony statue procession on July 2. Free admission, pay-one-price rides or individual rides. 631-262-1891, www. newtonshows.com.

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The Setalcott Nation’s annual Corn Festival will be held on July 9 and 10 this year.

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St. Anthony’s Feast and Festival See June listing.

Alive on 25

Downtown Riverhead hosts its summer street festival Alive on 25 on Main Street and along the Peconic River on Fridays, July 1, 15, 29 and Aug. 12 from 5 to 9:30 p.m. Music, food, craft beer, wine, artists, vendors, kids activities, car show, street performers, with fireworks on July 1 at 9:15 p.m. Rain date is Aug. 19. 631-440-1350, www. downtownriverhead.org/alive-on-25

Terryville Carnival

Terryville Fire Department, 19 Jayne Blvd., Port Jefferson Station invites the community to its annual family carnival on July 6, 7 and 8 from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m., July 9 from 5 p.m. to midnight, and July 10 from 5 to 10 p.m. Enjoy rides, games and carnival food. $25 entry fee includes all rides. 631-473-1224.

Corn Festival & Pow Wow

Join the Setalcott Nation for their 15th annual Corn Festival & Pow Wow at the Setauket Elementary School, 134 Main St., Setauket on July 9 and 10 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. The weekend will feature Aztec Dancers, Taino Dancers, storytelling, specialty dances, flute players, traditional drums and audience participation. Grand Entry at noon. Bring seating. Free will donation. 917-415-5139, 631-698-5517.

Monday on Main

The Kings Park Chamber of Commerce presents Monday on Main on July 11 from 6 to 9 p.m. Enjoy music, food, an antique car show, art in the park, live music, rides and games for the kids. www. kingsparkli.com

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Northport Fireman’s Fair

The Northport Volunteer Fire Department will hold their 96th annual Firemen’s Fair from July 11 to 16 from 7 to 11 p.m. at the fire department grounds on Steers Ave, off of Ocean Ave in Northport. The six day fair will have carnival rides by Blue Sky Amusements, festival food, carnival games and more. 631-261-7504.

Tesla Birthday EXPO

In celebration of Nikola Tesla’s 166th birthday, the Tesla Science Center at Wardenclyffe, 5 Randall Road, Shoreham presents a Tesla Birthday Expo on July 16 from 6 to 10 p.m. The event will feature a Tesla car showcase, a 40-foot Tesla Coil demonstration by Greg Leyh of Lightning on Demand, and vendors, explore radio through exhibits, amateur radio demos, robotics, and youth activity station. Tickets are $25 adults, $22 seniors/veterans/students (w/ID), $10 ages 5 to 17, free for kids under 5. www. teslasciencecenter.org, 631-886-2632

Huntington Independence Day

The Huntington Militia hosts a Huntington Independence Day event at the Arsenal Museum, 425 Park Ave., Huntington and Village Green on July 17 from noon to 5 p.m.,

Celebrate Huntington Indepence Day at the Arsenal in Huntington on July 17. File photo by Heidi Sutton/TBR News Media

with a re-enactment of the 1776 events in the Town of Huntington. Musket and cannon drills, practice musket drills for children, period craft, cooking demonstrations and tours of the Arsenal. Free. Rain date is July 24.

631-223-8017, www.huntingtonmilitia.com.

Huntington Manor Fireman’s Fair

Long Island’s largest Fireman’s Fair is held at the Henry L. Stimson Middle School,

401 Oakwood Rd., Huntington Station, and adjoining Peter Nelson Park from July 19 to 21 from 6 to 11 p.m., July 22 from 6 p.m. to midnight and July 23 from 5 p.m. to midnight. (Parade on July 20 at 7:30 p.m.)

Featuring amusement rides, games, food, music and gambling. Fireworks every night at 9:30 p.m. P.O.P bracelets for the rides are $30. 631-427-1629, ext. 4.

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Northport Harbor Family Nights

The Northport Chamber of Commerce hosts two Northport Harbor Family Nights — July 19 and July 26 from 6 to 9 p.m. The Village of Northport’s Main Street will be closed to traffic from Gunther’s to Skippers. Enjoy live music, outdoor dining, vendor sidewalk sales and antique cars. 631-754-3905

Stony Brook Film Festival

Stony Brook University’s Staller Center for the Arts, 100 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook will present the Stony Brook Film Festival from July 21 to 30 featuring independent features, documentaries and shorts, question and answer sessions with filmmakers and receptions.

Fee $20 evening pass, $125 festival pass. See more on page 39. 631632-2787, www.stonybrookfilmfestival.com.

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Port Paws Dog Festival

Call all dog lovers! The first annual Port Paws Dog Festival heads to the Joe Erland Baseball Field, Caroline Ave., Port Jefferson on July 23 and 24. The two-day festival will feature a Dock Dogs® aquatic competition, canine vendors, food trucks, activities, live music and more. Admission is $10 per adult, kids and canines are free. 631-4734724, www.dockdogs.com/event/port-jefferson-paws-dog-festival

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Port Palooza

The Village of Port Jefferson and The Port Jefferson Harbor Education and Arts Conservancy present the 2nd annual “Port Palooza” mini music festival on the Jill Nees Russell Stage at Harborfront Park, 101-A E. Broadway, Port Jefferson on July 30 from 11:45 a.m. to dusk. Featured artists include Cole Fortier and Band, Grand Folk Railroad, The PJ All Stars, MJT, Gene Casey and the Lone Sharks and the Keenan Zach Trio. Free. www.portpalooza.com

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Hop into your boots and head over to Hallockville Museum Farm, 6038 Sound Ave., Riverhead for their annual Barn Dance fundraiser on July 30 from 6 to 9:30 p.m. There, you’ll dig into a BBQ dinner by The Catered Fork and locally crafted drinks by Doublespeak Craft Cocktails, local beer by Jamesport Farm Brewery, and wine from Peconic Bay Vineyards before dancing the night away to live music.

Famed caller Chart Guthrie will lead the group through traditional country dancing in the historic Naugles Barn. $150 per person. 631298-5292, www.hallockville.org

Honey Bee Festival

Garden of Eve, 4558 Sound Ave., Riverhead will hold a Honey Bee Festival on July 30 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Watch how real beekeepers tend for hives, extract honey and more! Honey and beeswax product vendors. Honey Hayrides at 10, 11, 12, 1 and 2 take you to fields of fresh sunflowers. Great photo ops. Rain date is July 31. Tickets are $15 online at www.gardenofevefarm.com. 631-722-8777

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Suffolk County Seaglass Festival

New! The Whaling Museum, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor hosts a Suffolk County Seaglass Festival on Aug. 7 from 11 to 4 p.m. Come explore and celebrate the world of Sea Glass in this first-time event in Suffolk County with activities for all ages. Bring a shard of sea glass for Best in Show contest, view antique glass bottle & sea glass collections, create a pendant in a sea glass jewelry workshop, enjoy live Sea Shanty music performed by The Royal Yard, food trucks, scavenger hunt for kids and tour museum exhibitions. 631-367-3418, www. cshwhalingmuseum.org

Art in the Park

Join the Northport Arts Coalition for an Art in the Park festival at Northport Village Park on Aug. 14 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Featuring music, dance, poetry readings and other performances plus more than thirty artists displaying and selling their original work, this free event in Northport Park is a fun day for the entire family. www. northportarts.org

Northport’s Art in the Park will be held on Aug. 14.

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St. Joseph’s Family Festival

St. Joseph’s Church, 59 Church St., Kings Park hosts a Family Festival on Aug. 18 from 6 to 10 p.m., Aug. 19 and 20 from 6 to 11 p.m. with carnival rides, games and food. Free admission. Pay-one-price rides. 631-4996824, www.newtonshows.com

ELIQG Quilt Show

Hallockville Museum Farm, 6038 Sound Ave., Riverhead hosts the Eastern Long Island Quilters’ Guild annual show, “Hopes and Dreams,” on Aug. 20 and 21 from 11 a.m.

to 3 p.m. with vendors, exhibits, yard sale raffles. Free admission. www.eliqg.com

Holbrook Carnival

Join the Holbrook Chamber of Commerce for its annual Carnival & Festival on the grounds of the Holbrook Country Club, 700 Patchogue-Holbrook Road, Holbrook on Aug. 25 and 26 from 6 to 11 p.m., and Aug. 27 and 28 from 2 to 11 p.m. Games, food, rides, craft vendors, entertainment and fireworks (on Aug. 27). 631-471-2725

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LISEC Sikaflex Boat Build

LISEC and the Bayles Boat Shop will sponsor the 11th annual Sikaflex “Quick & Dirty” Boat Building Competition at Harborfront Park, 101-A E. Broadway, Port Jefferson on Aug. 13 and 14. Up to 12 2-person teams will construct a boat in four hours on Saturday and return on Sunday to decorate their boats and prepare to race them. Prizes are awarded after the races for design, decoration, first built and race winners. 631-689-8293, www.lisec.org

Lake Grove Summer Festival

The Village of Lake Grove will host its annual Summer Festival at the Gazebo and Memorial Park, 980 Hawkins Ave., Lake Grove on Aug. 21 from 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Featuring arts and crafts vendors, magician, face painting, food trucks, live music, classic car show, gaming truck, carnival games, food and more. 631-873-0961

Greek Festival

Opa! Greek Church of the Assumption, 430 Sheep Pasture Road, Port Jefferson presents its annual Greek Festival on Aug. 25 from 5 to 10 p.m., Aug. 26 from 5 to 11 p.m., Aug. 27 from noon to 11 p.m. and Aug. 28 from noon to 10 p.m. with vendors, authentic Greek delights, dancing, music, carnival rides, church tour and giant raffle. Fireworks

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on Aug. 26 and 27 (weather permitting), raffle drawing on Aug. 28 at 8 p.m. $2 per person, free for children under 12. 631-4730894, www.portjeffgreekfest.com.

Farmingville Community Day

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Long Island for its annual Community Day Festival at Triangle Park, corner of Horseblock Road and Woodycrest Drive on Aug. 27 from 3 to 8 p.m. Enjoy food, entertainment, activities for kids, a bounce house area, and more. Held rain or shine. 631-260-7411, www. farmingvilleresidents.org

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Nesconset Street Fair

Join the Nesconset Chamber of Commerce for Nesconset Day along Smithtown Blvd., Nesconset Plaza and the Nesconset Gazebo on Aug. 28 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The street fair will feature vendors, crafts, music, games, food trucks, face painting and bounce houses. 631-672-5197, www. nesconsetchamber.org.

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Shinnecock Pow Wow

The Shinnecock Reservation hosts the 73rd annual Shinnecock Pow Wow at 1 West Church St., Southampton on Sept. 2 at 3 p.m. and Sept. 3, 4 and 5 at 10 a.m. Featuring Native American dances, crafts, storytelling, vendors, native foods, demonstrations and drumming competitions. Admission is $15 adults, $10 seniors and children. 631-283-6143

Ronkonkoma Street Fair

The Ronkonkoma Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual Labor Day Weekend street fair on Hawkins Road between Portion and Wittridge roads on Sept. 4 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Featuring more than 200 vendors, live music, children’s rides, arts and crafts, giveaways and much more. Held rain or shine. Free admission. 631-963-2796, www.ronkonkomachamber.com

East Northport Festival

The East Northport Chamber of Commerce presents the 27th annual East Northport Festival at John J. Walsh Memorial Park, 190 Larkfield Road, East Northport on Sept. 9 from 6 to 11 p.m., Sept. 10 from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. and Sept. 11 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Featuring games, rides, live music, international food court, sidewalk sales and exhibits, costumed characters, craft wine and beer garden and more. Free admission.

631-261-3573, www.eastnorthport.com.

Yard Sale and Craft Fair

The Davis Town Meeting House Society will hold a Yard Sale and Craft Fair at the Lester H. Davis House, 263 Middle Country Road, Coram on Sept. 10 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Featuring a yard sale, craft fair items, Ozzie the Miniature Horse, free crafts for the kiddies, and a Revolutionary War Reenactment by the NY 3rd Regiment 1775 LI Companies. Free admission. 631-804-2256

Culper Spy Day

The Long Island Museum, Three Village Historical Society (TVHS) and The Ward Melville Heritage Organization in collaboration with local historical and cultural organizations present the 8th annual Culper Spy Day on Sept. 10 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Begin at the TVHS, 93 North Country Road,

Setauket. Come learn about the Culper Spy Ring from costumed docents along wit colonial cooking and invisible ink demonstrations, historic house tours, a walking tour and more.

Fee. 631-751-3730, www.tvhs.org

Village Cup Regatta

The 13th annual Village Cup Regatta, a fundraising sailing competition between teams from the Village of Port Jefferson and Mather Hospital, will be held on Sept. 10 with festivities at Harborfront Park, 101-A E. Broadway, Port Jefferson at 10 a.m. and a Memorial Parade of Boats at 11 a.m. www. portjeffersonyachtclub.com

Long Island Garlic Festival

You don’t have to be a vampire to enjoy garlic. Garden of Eve, 4558 Sound Ave., Riverhead will host the 19th annual Long Island Garlic Festival on Sept. 10 and 11 and Sept. 17 and 18 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Celebrate the wonders of “Garliciana,” with festival vendors featuring a wide variety of garlic inspired foods, hayrides, crafts, music and just plain garlic to eat and plant. Junior Iron Garlic Chef competitions at 1 p.m. and garlic eating contest at 3 p.m. each day.

Admission is $10 ages 12 and up, $5 seniors, children under 2 free. Purchase tickets online.

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Family Fun Day

The Port Jefferson Station-Terryville Chamber of Commerce Family Fun Day will be held on Sept. 17 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Chamber Train Car Park, corner of Nesconset Highway and Route 112, Port Jefferson Station. Vendors, food, apple pie baking contest, scarecrow contest, live music, entertainment. Bring your whole family for a fun day in the park! Free admission. 631-8211313, www.PJSTChamber.com

Fiddle and Folk Festival

Three stages, great music, dance, food and fun awaits you at the annual Fiddle and Folk Festival at Benner’s Farm, 56 Gnarled Hollow Road, Setauket on Sept. 11 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Featuring lots of local bands, fiddle workshops, sing-alongs, kids zone, contra dancing and more. Visit www. fiddleandfolk.com for this year’s musical line-up. 631-689-8172 St. Paraskevi Greek Orthodox Shrine Church, 1 Shrine Place, Greenlawn invites the community to its annual Greek Festival on Sept. 16 from 5 to 11 p.m., Sept. 17 from noon to 11 p.m. and Sept. 18 from noon to 8 p.m. Enjoy authentic Greek food and pastries, rides and games. 631-261-7272, www.stparaskevi.org

The 8th annual Dragon Boat Race Festival heads to Harborfront Park, 101A East Broadway, Port Jefferson on Sept.

17 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Presented by the Greater Port Jefferson Chamber of Commerce, the event will showcase dragon boat races throughout the day with Asianthemed food, cultural crafts, traditional lion dance, children activities and much more.

Held rain or shine. Free admission. 631-4731414, https://portjeffdragonboatracefest.com

Hallockville Country Fair

Hallockville Museum Farm, 6038 Sound Ave., Riverhead welcomes the community to its 41st annual Country Fair and Craft Show on Sept. 17 and 18 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The two-day event features over 50 craft and artisan vendors, craft demonstrations and displays, live music, exhibits in the historic Naugles Barn, children’s activities and games, guided tours of the farmhouse, farm animals, food and more. Admission is $10 per person, children 2 and under free.

Held rain or shine. 631-298-5292, www. hallockville.org

Gallery North Outdoor Art Show

Gallery North, 90 North Country Road, Setauket presents its 56th annual Outdoor Art Show & Music Festival on Sept. 17 and

18 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Featuring some of the finest art and craft from regional artists and artisans, the event will also include live musical performances, kids activities, as well as delicious food vendors. Awards are granted for best in show for each category, including crafts, fiber art, glass art, jewelry, painting, photography, pottery, printmaking, and more. Free admission. 631-751-2676, www.gallerynorth.org

Pickle Festival

Do you love pickles? Then head over to John Gardiner Farm, 900 Park Ave., Greenlawn for its 42nd annual Pickle Festival on Sept. 17 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Enjoy specialty pickles, jams, farmer’s market, vendors, corn maze, hayrides and a ride on the restored Lollipop Farm train. Admission is $5, free for ages 11 and under. 631-754-1180, www. greenlawncenterporthistorical.org

Taps and Talons fundraiser

Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 Eckernkamp Drive, Smithtown presents its annual Taps and Talons fundraiser on Sept. 18 from 2 to 6 p.m. Enjoy tastings from over 20 craft breweries with live music and wildlife presentations. For ages 21 and over. Tickets are $40 in advance at www.sweetbriarnc.org, $45 at the door. 631-979-6344

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ur wonderful local theatres offer a variety of different experiences, both big and small. From main stage productions and children’s theater, to comedy festivals, intimate one-manshows, and summer concerts, here are some offerings on the north shore.

The Stage Awaits

CARRIAGE HOUSE PLAYERS 180 Little Neck Road Centerport

The Carriage House Players at the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport continue their 33rd annual Summer Shakespeare Festival with Much Ado About Nothing through June 26; Troilus and Cressida from July 1 to July 24 (excluding July 15 and 22); The Comedy of Errors from July 29 to Aug. 14; and Henry V from Aug. 26 to Sept. 18. Performances are held on the Vanderbilt mansion courtyard stage Wednesdays and Fridays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 adults, $15 seniors and children. 516-557-1207, www. vanderbiltmuseum.org.

Above, the John W. Engeman Theater presents the fabulous, feel-good musical ‘Kinky Boots’ and ‘Pinkalicious the Musical,’ right, through July 3.

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Main Stage theater continues at the Engeman Theater with Kinky Boots through July 3; On Your Feet! The Story of Emilio & Gloria Estefan from July 14 to Aug. 28; and Mystic Pizza from Sept. 15 to Oct. 30. Tickets range from $75-$80 with valet parking.

Children’s theater at the Engeman continues on Saturdays at 11 a.m. and Sundays at 10:30 a.m. with Pinkalicious The Musical through July 3; and Junie B. Jones The Musical from June 23 to Aug. 28. All seats are $20. All seats are $20.

To order, call 631-261-2900 or visit www. engemantheater.com.

The summer line-up at Theatre Three includes its 16th annual Long Island Comedy Festival on July 8 (Paul Anthony, Tom Daddario, John Ziegler, Gary Vider and Maria Walsh) and Aug. 20 (Paul Anthony, Ellen Karis, Stevie G.B., and Tim Krompier) at 8 p.m. Tickets are $49.

On the Mainstage, Mamma Mia! The Musical is currently playing through June 25; followed by Guys and Dolls from Sept. 17 to Oct. 22. Tickets are $35 adults, $28 seniors and students, $20 children.

The summer concert series 2022 begins on July 9 with Beginnings – A Celebration of the Music of Chicago!; Larger Than Life – The Boy Band Tribute on July 15; The Fast

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Comedy Nights are on July 29 and Aug 20.

Children’s theatre continues with Disney’s The Little Mermaid Jr. from July 2 to July 24. All seats are $25.

Outdoor performances of Mo Willem’s Elephant & Piggie’s We’re In A Play will be held at the Smithtown Historical Society, 239 E. Main St., Smithtown from July 9 to July 29; followed by Snuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Musical from Aug. 5 to Sept. 3.

Tickets are $18.

To order, visit www.smithtownpac.org. For all inquiries, email info@smithtownpac.org.

Theatre Three presents the Long Island premiere of ‘Every Brilliant Thing’ starring Jeffrey Sanzel from July 10 to Aug. 28. Photo by Steven Uihlein/Theatre Three Productions, Inc.

Lane Eagles Tribute on July 16; Fleetwood Macked – Fleetwood Mac Tribute Band on July 22; Beatlemania Now! on July 23; Bobby Brooks Wilson on July 29; Tribute to Selena and Gloria Estefan on July 30; Dr. K’s Motown Revue on Aug. 5; CSN Songs: Tribute to Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young on Aug. 6; Carole’s Kings – All Male Tribute to Carole King on Aug. 12; Doobie Others – Doobie Brothers Tribute Band on Aug. 13; Ted Vigil – John Denver Tribute Artist on Aug. 19; Oh What a Night! – Frankie Valli Tribute on Aug. 26; Four by Four – Tribute to the Music of The Beach Boys, The Beatles, The Bee Gees & Motown on Aug. 27; and The Edward Twins Celebrity Impersonators on Sept. 2 and 3. All shows start at 8 p.m.

Up next on the Second Stage is the Long Island premiere of Every Brilliant Thing Sundays at 3 p.m. from July 10 to Aug. 28 — 50% of the gross proceeds of this production will benefit Response Crisis Center. Tickets are $20; and The Comedy Club@Theatre Three on Sept. 10. Tickets are $35.

Children’s Theater continues with Pussin-Boots from July 8 to July 30; and a brand new Sleeping Beauty from Aug. 5 to Aug. 13. All seats are $10.

To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www. theatrethree.com.

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2022 SUMMER MOVIE GUIDE

BY JEFFREY SANZEL

A

year ago, studios wondered whether there would be a “return to normal.”

The summer of 2021 straddled a mix of theatre attendance and residual streaming.

Delays in various releases continued through the fall and into the winter and spring. This summer, the options seem to reflect the prepandemic era.

Elvis

Elvis is one of the most anticipated films.

Directed by Baz Luhrman (from a screenplay

by Luhrman and others), the biopic focuses on Presley (Austin Butler), from his early career to his iconic rise. Much of the story chronicles his complex relationship with Colonel Tom Parker (Tom Hanks). Lurhman is noted for his non-traditional approaches (as evidenced in his Moulin Rouge, Romeo + Juliet, and The Great Gatsby), so his take will most likely reflect his unique style.

Rated PG-13 · Release date June 24

Minions: The Rise of Gru

Minions: The Rise of Gru offers a sequel to a spinoff. Minions (2015) followed Despicable Me (2010) and Despicable Me 2 (2013). The second film is in the wake of Despicable Me 3 (2017). For the franchise fans, the story picks up after the events in Minions, with twelve-year-old Gru (voiced by Steve Carrell) striving to join the supervillains known as the Vicious 6.

Rated PG · Release date July 1

Thor: Love and Thunder

For those craving the most traditional summer fare, there is Thor: Love and Thunder (July 8), the sequel to Thor: Ragnarok (2017) and the 29th film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Thor enlists the help of Valkyrie, Korg and ex-girlfriend Jane Foster to fight Gorr the God Butcher, who intends to make the gods extinct. Taika Waititi directs Chris Hemsworth in the title role. The film also stars Tessa Thompson, Natalie Portman and Christian Bale.

Rated PG-13 · Release date July 8

Where the Crawdads Sing

Delia Owens’ bestseller 2018 Where the Crawdads Sing reaches the big screen with Daisy Edgar-Jones as Kya, a selfraised girl from the marshlands of North Carolina who becomes the prime suspect in a murky murder case. One of the most popular novels in the last ten years, this tale of secrets hidden and revealed is one of the more serious offerings.

Not Yet Rated · Release date July 15

The Gray Man

For those looking for action thrillers, The Gray Man offers the CIA’s most skilled mercenary (Ryan Gosling), uncovering dark,

Two of the most anticipated movies this summer are Where the Crawdads Sing and Elvis. incriminating secrets about the organization. handler (Sandra Bullock). On a train from Chris Evans plays a psychopathic former Tokyo to Kyoto, competing assassins discover colleague assigned to hunt him down. they are after the same briefcase. (There has Produced and directed by Anthony Russo been some backlash on the film’s casting, and Joe Russo, The Gray Man hopes to be the with two of the novel’s main characters first of a franchise based on Mark Greaney’s becoming non-Asian.)

Gray Man novels.

Rated R · Release date July 29 Rated PG-13 · Release date July 15

Nope

One of the more intriguing releases is Nope (July 22). Residents of an isolated town in California, including ranch owners James and Jill Haywood (Daniel Kaluuya and Keke Palmer), witness a mysterious and abnormal event. This science-fiction horror film is written, directed, and produced by Jordan Peele, whose brilliant and distinctive style always informs his work, including the highly effective Get Out and Us. Rated R · Release date July 22

Marcel the Shell with Shoes On

Equally as interesting is Marcel the Shell with Shoes On, a live-action/stop motionanimated mockumentary that trails the titular character (voiced by Jenny Slate) who embarks on a journey to locate his family.

Rated PG · Release date July 24

The Black Phone

No summer is complete without the usual dose of horror. The Black Phone (June 24) reunites Ethan Hawke with Scott Derrickson, his director from Sinister (2012).

Here, a kidnapped boy trapped in a basement realizes he can communicate with this captor’s previous victims.

Rated R · Release date July 24

Bullet Train

Bullet Train is a hybrid action comedy/ thriller based on the Japanese novel Maria Beetle. Brad Pitt heads an ensemble cast as trained killer Ladybug (Pitt), who wants to give up the life but is pulled back in by his

DC League of Super-Pets

The family-friendly DC League of Super-Pets is an animated adventure with Superman’s dog, Krypto (voiced by Dwayne Johnson), organizing shelter pets who have special powers to free the Justice League, which mastermind Lex Luthor has captured.

Rated PG · Release date July 29

Bodies Bodies Bodies

The satirical slasher Bodies Bodies Bodies (August 5) sees a group of friends gathering for a house party to play a murder mystery game, only to discover an actual murder has taken place, and they must now play the game for real.

Rated R · Release date August 5

Samaritan

In Samaritan, a young boy (Javon Walton) realizes that a famed superhero, who was thought to have gone missing, may still be around. The film also stars Sylvester Stallone.

Rated PG-13 · Release date August 26

3000 Years of Longing

There is a surprising dearth of fantasy, with Three Thousand Years of Longing being one of the few. Adapting and directing A.S. Byatt’s short story The Djinn in the Nightingale’s Eye, George Miller returns after a seven-year hiatus. The epic romantic fantasy chronicles a woman (Tilda Swinton) who encounters a djinn (Idris Elba) who offers her three wishes in exchange for his freedom.

Rated R · Release date August 31

Clearly, this summer hosts a variety of choices for all filmgoers.

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Vanderbilt Planetarium offers exciting shows this summer

Long Island is home to many treasured gems, from parks and beaches to museums, mansions and art galleries. One such gem is the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum’s Charles and Helen Reichert Planetarium. Located at 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport, the state-ofthe-art, 147-seat facility features educational and entertainment shows throughout the year and is touted as one of the finest and most advanced planetarium in the United States. Here are their offerings this summer.

PLANETARIUM SHOWS One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure Elmo and Big Bird live in the U.S. and Hu Hu Zhu lives in China, but they discover they see the same stars at night. (Toddlers and young children) The Little Star That Could This is the story of Little Star, an average yellow star in search for planets of his own to protect and warm. Along the way, he meets other stars, learns what makes each one special, and discovers that stars combine to form star clusters and galaxies. Eventually, Little Star finds his planets. (Young children) Incoming!

Asteroids and comets have collided with Earth throughout history, changing life and shaping our world. Scientists work to track cosmic threats before they reach Earth. (Adults, families) Stars: Powerhouses of the Universe Journey to the farthest reaches of the galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of stars. (Adults, families) Night Sky, Live!

This live lecture by an astronomy educator uses the Planetarium’s star projector to explore the night sky, seasonal constellations, stars, and celestial events. (All ages) Long Island Skies This live presentation examines the night sky over Long Island, including constellations, stars, planets, and deep-sky objects, followed by viewing the sky through the observatory telescope. (All ages) Earth, Moon, and Sun This family show explores the relationship among the Earth, Moon, and Sun and looks at the past and future space travel to the Moon and beyond. (Younger children) Explore Take an adventurous journey from ancient Mesopotamia to modern space exploration! Experience the fascinating history of astronomy, geocentric and heliocentric models, the laws of planetary motion, and discover the principles of orbital maneuvers, which enable satellites and space travel. (Adults) Exoplanets: Discovering New Worlds This show explores ways in which astronomers discover planets around other stars. What these worlds reveal could help in the search for life beyond the solar system. (Older children, families) LASER LIGHT SHOWS: Friday and Saturday nights Laser Queen Laser Led Zeppelin Laser Pink Floyd: Dark Side of the Moon Laser Pink Floyd: The Wall Laser Grateful Dead Laser Metallica

Tickets for daytime and evening shows may be purchased online at www. vanderbiltmuseum.org or at the Admissions desk. 631-854-5579.

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CRUISIN’ CAR SHOWS

he unofficial start to summer cruising is finally upon us, and that means the car show season has arrived too, bringing people together who love classic and vintage automobiles and the stories that go along with them. Here are some car shows on the North Shore this summer.

Centerport

Mustang Car Show

Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport will host a car show by the Mustang and Shelby Club of Long Island on the Great Lawn on July 10 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sponsored by Empire Ford. Visitors pay only museum admission of $10 adults, $9 students and seniors, $7 children 12 and under, which includes estate-grounds access. 631371-1432 Jaguar-MG Concours D’Elegance

Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport will host the JaguarMG Concours D’Elegance on the Great Lawn on Sept. 11 from noon to 4 p.m. Presented by the Jaguar Drivers Club of L.I. and the MG Car Club-Long Island Centre. Rain date is Sept.

18. Visitors pay only museum admission of $10 adults, $9 students and seniors, $7 children 12 and under, which includes estate-grounds access. 631-854-5579, www.jdcli.com

Farmingville

Car Show and Swap Meet

Long Island Community Hospital Amphitheater at Bald Hill, 1 Ski Run Lane, Farmingville, hosts a Car Show and Swap Meet by Long Island Cars on Sept. 11 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Street rods, classics, muscle cars, antiques, exotics, imports and collectible cars on display with vendors selling parts and accessories, food and entertainment.

Admission is $10, under 12 years are free.

631-567-5898, www.LongIslandCars.com

Huntington

Benefit Car Show

The Police Surgeons Benevolent Association in association with the Centurion Cruisers Car Club hosts a benefit car show at St. Anthony’s High School, 275 Wolf Hill Rd., Huntington on June 26 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. for the families of slain officers Jason Rivera and Wilbert Mora. Admission is $5 for spectators.

631-368-8617, 516-650-9095 Lions Club Car Show

The Fabulous 50s & 60s Car Club presents the Northport Centerport Lions Cub 57th annual Robert J. Bohaty Classic Car Show at Heckscher Park’s Ball Field, Route 25A and Sabbath Day Path, on Aug. 28 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. $5 admission for spectators.

631-252-9997 Studebaker & Orphan Car Show

The Studebaker Driver’s Club, Long Island Chapter, presents a Studebaker & Orphan Car Show at Heckscher Park, 2 Prime Ave.,

‘Long Island Cars’ Car Show & Swap Meet returns to Flowerfield Fairground in Saint James on Aug. 21, bringing together classic cars like this 1956 Oldsmobile. Photo by Phyllis Aquino / Courtesy of Long Island Cars

Huntington on Sept. 11 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Free admission. 631-834-6785, longislandsdc.com

Manorville Rocket Rally

The Maples, 10 Ryerson Ave., Manorville hosts a Rocket Rally, an East End Olds Car Club car show, with music, DJ, awards on Aug. 21 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. $5 spectators and free ages 12 and younger. 631-680-9399.

Nesconset

All GM Car and Truck Show

Long Island Vettes presents the Plycar Automotive Logisticss all GM Car Show at 54 Lake Avenue South, Nesconset on July 10 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. featuring Buicks, Cadillacs, Chevrolets, GMCs, Pontiacs and Oldsmobiles.

Food vendors. Free for spectators. First 100 cars/trucks to preregister will be judged.

Rain date is July 17. 516-216-0217, www. longislandvettes.org

Riverhead

Antique & Big Rig Truck Show

The Long Island Chapter of the American Truck Historical Society will host the 4th annual Antique & Big Rig Truck Show at 5951 Sound Ave., Riverhead on June 26 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. featuring antique trucks and modern straight jobs to semis. Admission is $5. 631-882-7378 Antique, Classic & Working Truck Show

The Long Island Chapter of the American Truck Historical Society presents the 20th annual Antique, Classic & Working Truck Show on July 9 and 10 at 5951 Sound Ave., Riverhead from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Held in conjunction with the Long Island Antique Power Association’s 30th Annual Antique Farm Tractor Show & and Hit & Miss Engine Run with garden and large tractor pulls, truck and engine exhibits, kids corner and craft vendors. Admission is $10 adults, children under 12 and Veterans are free. 631-339-3065.

St. James

Car Show and Swap Meet

Flowerfield Fairgrounds, Route 25A, St. James hosts a Car Show and Swap Meet by Long Island Cars on Aug. 21 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Street rods, classics, muscle cars, antiques, exotics, imports and collectible cars on display.

Vendors selling parts and accessories, plus a variety of cars for sale by owners. Admission is $10, under 12 years free. Rain date is August 28. 631-567-5898, www.longislandcars.com

Smithtown

Rock & Roll Car Show

The Fabulous 50s-60s Nostalgia Car Club will hold Judy’s Run For Stroke Awareness and Prevention annual judged rock and roll car show fundraiser at the Smithtown Historical Society, 239 East Main St., Smithtown, on Aug. 7 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Rain date is Aug. 14. Fee is $10 per carload for spectators. 631252-9997, www.judysrun.com

Stony Brook

Porsche Car Show

The Reboli Center for Art and History, 64 Main Street, Stony Brook teams up with a local Porsche club to raise money for local domestic abuse prevention and education efforts to present a Porsche Car Show for a Cause in its parking lot on June 26 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. This event is free to the public and no reservations are required to attend. 631751-7707, www.rebolicenter.org

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Cruise Night at The Shoppes

Cruise Nights are back at The Shoppes at East Wind, 5768 Route 25A, Wading River from 5 to 9 p.m. every Wednesday through Oct. 26.

Visit the Shoppes, enjoy a bite to eat and then check out the fine array of classic and coveted automobiles from car enthusiasts from across Long Island in The Shoppes parking lot. 631929-3500, www.eastwindlongisland.com

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Art League of Long Island

Jeanie Tengelsen Gallery 107 E. Deer Park Road, Dix Hills 631-462-5400

Through July 8 The Healing Power of the Brush ~ Group exhibit by the Long Island Chapter of the Sumi-e Society

The Atelier at Flowerfield

Atelier Hall 2 Flowerfield, Suite 15, St. James 631-250-9009

July 7 to August 11 Annual Instructor & Student Show

b. j. spoke gallery

299 Main St., Huntington 631-549-5106

Through July 31 Members Artist Showcase: A New Generation with a reception on July 9 from 6 to 9 p.m.

Online in August Winners of Paperworks 2022 with a Zoom reception on Aug. 13 August 3 to 28 Artists’ Choice exhibit with an opening reception on Aug. 6 from 6 to 9 p.m.

The Firefly Artists

162 Main St., Northport 631-651-5545 www.thefireflyartists.com

August 21 to September 3 The Big Ink ~ large-scale woodblock printmaking exhibit

Gallery North

90 N. Country Road, Setauket 631-751-2676 www.gallerynorth.org

Through July 3 2022 The Winners Circle ~ group exhibition featuring the award winning artists of the 2021 Outdoor Art Show and Music Festival and the 2020 Carmela Kolman Fellowship program July 7 to August 7 Inside/Out ~ a group exhibit celebrating the artwork that has emerged from Gallery North’s programs with an opening reception on July 7 from 6 to 8 p.m.

Heckscher Museum of Art 2 Prime Ave., Huntington 631-380-3230

Through Sept. 18 Moonstruck: Lunar Art from the Collection Through Sept. 18 Global Asias: Contemporary Asian and Asian American Art

Bubble Glaze Platter by Bebe Federmann/ 2022 Winners Showcase/ Gallery North

Long Island Museum

1200 Route 25A, Stony Brook, 631-751-0066

‘Pelican,’ torn paper, by Maureen Ginipro/ Member Artist Showcase/ Mills Pond Gallery

Through Sept. 4 Two Centuries of Long Island Women Artists: 1800 to 2000 Through October 16

Atoms to Cosmos: The Story of

Brookhaven National Laboratory

Huntington Arts Council Main Street Gallery 213 Main St., Huntington 631-271-8423 www.huntingtonarts.org

July 15 to Aug. 27 Uncommon Threads ~ fiber arts

Mills Pond Gallery

660 Route 25A, St. James 631-862-6575 www.millspondgallery.org

Through July 10 Member Artist Showcase (Gallery closed July 3, 4 & 5) July 23 to August 27 Little Black Book exhibit Online: Youth Bias Awareness exhibit

Port Jefferson Village Center Second Floor Gallery 101-A E. Broadway, Port Jefferson 631-802-2160 www.portjeff.com

Through June 30 Our Beautiful Earth ~ North Shore Art Guild group exhibit with a closing reception on June 25 from noon to 1:30 p.m.

Through July 29 Picture That Again ~ group exhibit by the Port Jefferson Photography Club July/August Let the Sun Shine ~ Night Herons Annual Watercolor Exhibit with an art reception on July 8 from 5 to 7 p.m.

‘Shibori Quilt’ by Andrea Baatz/ Inside/Out exhibit/ Gallery North

Reboli Center for Art and History 64 Main St., Stony Brook 631-751-7707 www.rebolicenter.org

Through July 10 BLOOM ~ A Spring-inspired mixed media art exhibit featuring the works of the late Joseph Reboli along with 14 other artists.

July 12 to September 4 Around the Block ~ a group exhibit celebrating the breathtaking landscapes of Block Island July 18: Painting in Realism workshop with Charles Wildbank September 25: Joseph Reboli’s Community Birthday Celebration

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Planet Sustaining Plants

Make your home a haven for wild things

BY JOHN L. TURNER

One of the basic axioms in ecology is that no living thing exists in isolation, that each species in an ecosystem is varyingly affected by others species and, in turn, has an effect upon them. John Muir, the famous naturalist and founder of the Sierra Club, understood this more than a century ago when he observed: “When we try to pick out anything by itself, we find it hitched to everything else in the universe.” As it relates to humans, this idea was made famous by John Donne’s famous quote: “No man is an island entire of itself,” that each of us is affected by those around us upon whom we also have an effect.

In ecosystems these effects are numerous and varied, and can be both easy and hard to quantify. Competition for light, water, and nutrients between species is well known but as Suzanne Simard’s recent revelatory book Finding the Mother Tree documents, a surprising amount of cooperation exists between trees in a forest, involving both individuals of the same species and between tree species.

Among animals there’s cooperation too. Parents nourish offspring (with older offspring of scrub jays helping parents feed newborn offspring), and dolphins, whales and pelicans hunting together. But there’s also competition among animals — witness the interaction between ospreys and the resurging bald eagle population on Long Island. In all ecosystems there are predators sustained by an even larger base of prey, there’s host — parasite relationships, and, importantly decomposers and recyclers who prevent dead organic matter from accumulating by recycling nutrients and energy back into the system.

These relationships can conveniently (and simplistically) fit into one of three categories — positive, neutral, or negative for the species involved, or often and more typically, positive for one and negative for the other (think: Osprey catching and eating a fish). But the relationship can be positive for both as is the case with a pollinating bee and a wildflower — the bee secures nectar, pollen or both for itself and its young and the plant produces new progeny, in the form of seeds, through the pollination process.

Non-native species, like the overwhelming number of wildflowers, shrubs, and trees in most homeowners’ yards, turn this axiom on its head and that creates a big problem.

Many non-native plants routinely planted by homeowners in some ways live in isolation —

Elderberry produces flat-topped berry clusters relished by birds.

they produce little to no nectar or pollen so they do nothing to sustain pollinating insects and their leaves are fed upon by few if any insects. They do not have an effect upon other species and aren’t “hitched” to other species as Muir would undoubtedly have noted.

It doesn’t have to be this way and many homeowners, with more joining each day, are “going native,” planting plants in their yards that are indigenous to Long Island, that upon planting, become part of the local food web.

These owners are embracing the above axiom by installing plants that positively affect the insect, bird, and mammal populations around them.

It’s easy to join this burgeoning movement as native plants are much more available as organizations, individuals, and nurseries outlets respond to consumer interest. One not-for-profit environmental organization, the Long Island Native Plant Initiative (LINPI), has, as its mission, the propagation and sale of native plants. They have dozens of species available at their facility located in the St. Joseph’s Convent in Brentwood and is worth your support.

There are four main foods produced by plants that sustain wildlife — nectar, pollen, leaves and fruits (berries, nuts, and acorns) — that you need to think about when planting native species. Various insects depend upon the first three, while birds and mammals typically focus on fruits (and nectar in the case of hummingbirds).

Shrubs

There are, of course, some plants which provide more than one type of food that sustains wildlife.

A great example is the woody shrub Highbush Blueberry, a common species growing in freshwater wetlands throughout Long Island. Its bell-shape flowers produce nectar consumed by many species of bees and butterflies; its pollen is eaten by some bees and other insects; the tasty berries are eaten by a variety of birds and small mammals (and, of course, a large mammal with two legs with whom you may be familiar if you like blueberry muffins or pies); and the leaves sustain caterpillars of many moths and butterflies including a wonderful group of small butterflies which includes the hairstreaks and elfins). So Highbush Blueberry is a “go-to” plant in moving your yard from paucity to productivity.

Another woody shrub to consider is elderberry which produces flat-topped berry clusters relished by birds. I enjoy watching the mockingbirds and catbirds each summer visit the ripened berry clusters of several elderberry bushes I’ve planted in the backyard.

Others shrubs to think about (and there are still others) include Spicebush, which is used by the beautiful Spicebush swallowtail butterfly as a food source while a caterpillar; and shadbush and chokeberry, both of which produce berries eaten by quite a few bird and small mammal species. If your property has moister soils think about planting Sweet Pepperbush, also known as Summersweet due to the strong and distinctive odors the plant gives off in summer. Many insects are attracted to these odiferous blossoms. Lastly, two other native “woodies” you might to consider for wetter soils are Steeplebush, also known as Spirea and Swamp Rose.

PLANET SUSTAINING PLANTS continued on page 28

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Trees

Speaking of woody plants, a number of tree species provide benefits to wildlife.

Oaks, willows, hickories, cherries, beech, birch, dogwood, and sassafras are all especially valuable. Oak leaves, for example, are known to support hundreds of different kinds of caterpillars which are eaten by dozens of bird species. And bright red sassafras berries are consumed by a host of birds including cedar waxwings, catbirds, and several thrush species.

Wildflowers and grasses

You can also affect positive change with non-woody plants such as wildflowers and grasses. Two excellent groups of plants that pollinators love are goldenrods and asters.

Goldenrods (what a wonderful and evocative common name!) produce copious amounts of nectar that many bees, beetles, and butterflies consume as well as the plants’ pollen. (By the way — it’s not goldenrod pollen that causes hay fever — their pollen grains are too big — but rather ragweed, blooming at the same time, which has much smaller pollen grains since they are wind pollinated.)

Standing on the edge of a thick stand of goldenrod in bloom in late summer is to visit the busiest insect airport imaginable — dozens of bees, wasps, flies, beetles, and butterflies probing the countless flowers for nectar and pollen. Many moth and butterflies, as caterpillars, feed on goldenrod leaves. Several dozen goldenrod species are native to Long Island so there’s a lot of variety to choose from. Why not plant some “sunshine concentrate” in your flower beds?

Asters, too, are important wildflowers for wildlife providing nectar. Like goldenrods, they are beautiful, adding bright splashes of color to your yard such as the stunning purple rays of New England Aster. Several aster species are available for sale.

Milkweeds

Many other native species can become part of your local ecosystem. Milkweeds are another group, perhaps most well-known because Common Milkweed is the common host plant for the Monarch Butterfly, a species that’s the focus of a great deal of conservation concern due to their declining numbers (although in 2021 there appears to be a slight uptick in their numbers).

Besides Common Milkweed you should think about planting Swamp Milkweed if you have wetter, richer soils and Butterflyweed, a bright orange member of the milkweed family. Many species of insects are attracted to the nectar produced by these species and Monarch caterpillars can successfully grow eating Butterfly Weed leaves as the five

Native plants like goldenrod and blueberry bushes are very beneficial to insects and wildlife.

caterpillars that came from a small flower garden by my back door can attest.

Other native wildflowers that sustain wildlife include, but are not limited to, Joe-pye weed, Boneset, Thoroughwort, Northern Blazing Stars, Bush Clovers, Mountain Mint, and Beggars Ticks.

To attract Ruby-throated Hummingbirds you need to plant red flowers — three good ones are Cardinal Flower (a stunner)!, Wild Bergamot (also known as Oswego Tea) and Trumpet Vine.

There’s value in planting a number of the same plants together, forming clumps rather than single plants. Some beetles don’t fly as well as other insects so its worth clumping together some natives to assist them. And odors and chemicals given off by groups of the same species are much stronger than scents given by individual plants so more is better!

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If want to do more to make your yard wildlife friendly here’s a few other ideas: Build bee hotels. Many bees, wasps, and other pollinating insects can benefit from “bee hotels” placed around your property.

A great project is to engage your children in researching, constructing and installing small bee hotels suitable to your property.

These hotels will help some of the several hundred native bee species like mason bees which, unlike the European honeybee, nest solitarily. There’s many different designs you can find on-line such as drilling holes of various diameters into a several foot long segment of a “4 by 4”. Tying together a bunch of hollow bamboo stalks into a wood frame that hangs is an alternative design.

Can your Spray Can! It is tempting to turn to the easy fix of chemicals to control garden pests. The problem is these chemicals work too well; remember pesticides, herbicides, and other “cides” are all poisons, some of which have broad and deadly impacts to a large number of species. Research other, more benign options for controlling unwanted species — by doing so you allow the wanted species to flourish. Turn away from poisons.

Leave the Leaves and Save the Stubble!

Layers of fallen leaves and standing stem stubble in your garden beds and throughout your yard sustain many species, especially insects that overwinter under leaves and in hollow stems.

Frog Logs to the Rescue! If you have an in-ground pool you may want to buy frog logs or ramps to allow animals like chipmunks a chance to escape. The “logs” are semi-circle floats in which a fabric ramp connects the float with the anchor portion filled with sand.

If you put away the poisons, invest in some frog logs if needed, retain leaves in flower beds and in the corners of your yard and, most importantly, plant native species to nourish pollinators and many other species of wildlife, your yard will become part of the living fabric of the larger world surrounding you. It’s axiomatic!

A resident of Setauket, author John Turner is conservation chair of the Four Harbors Audubon Society, author of “Exploring the Other Island: A Seasonal Nature Guide to Long Island” and president of Alula Birding & Natural History Tours and pens a monthly column for TBR News Media titled Nature Matters.

A great project with the kids is to make a bee hotel.

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Simple tips to attract hummingbirds

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hroughout the warmer months, many backyards play host to a variety of birds, including hummingbirds. When you see flowers and trees begin to bud and bloom and other migrating birds, like warblers, that's nature's way of letting you know it's time to ready your yard for hummingbirds.

It's enchanting watching hummingbirds — named for the humming sound of their fast-flapping wings — as their tiny size and speed make them natural wonders.

Hummingbirds can fly 25-30 miles per hour, flapping their wings an estimated 70 times per second. They fly in every direction, even backwards, which only hummers can do, and float majestically in midair.

To increase your chances of observing these petite powerhouses at home, consider these tips from the experts at Cole's Wild Bird Products: •Be conscious of beneficial insects.

Hummingbirds rely on insects, which provide essential protein, to complement the nectar they crave. To attract insects, try placing rotting fruit near feeders and leave it until insects arrive for hummers' easy eats.

•Leave spiderwebs alone: Hummingbirds use spiderwebs as construction material to hold their nests together and pluck insects caught in the webbing.

•Provide tiny perches. Leave small, sturdy, bare branches for hummingbirds, to perch on for rest, preening and hunting.

Perches provide vantage points to see danger and launching pads to swiftly pounce on insects. Once hummingbirds find a favorite perch, they'll use it repeatedly.

•Hang hummingbird feeders first. Feeders are one of the most effective ways to consistently entice and encourage hummingbirds to come visit.

Hummingbirds are territorial and not likely to share feeders, so hang multiple feeders far enough apart to attract more birds.

To ensure a steady stream of birds, hang feeders in the shade to avoid fermentation of sugar-based liquids, check feeders bi-weekly to keep food fresh and clean feeders as needed with one part white vinegar to four parts water.

•Plant flowers. Trumpet honeysuckle, bee balm and sage plants are particularly attractive to hummingbirds and provide rich nectar. Hummingbirds consume 1 1/2 times their body weight daily, eating every 10-15 minutes and visiting 1,000-2,000 flowers per day.

•Choose the right nectar. Not all nectar is alike, and hummingbirds can taste the difference. Almost all commercial nectars contain one sugar source — sucrose — because it's cheaper to make. However, real flower nectar contains three sugar sources — sucrose, fructose and glucose — in varying amounts depending on the flower.

Don't forget, hummingbirds have memories like elephants; once they discover your hummer-friendly habitat, they'll come back every year if there's a reliable food source.

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The Port Jefferson Farmers Market will be held at Jeanne Garant Harborfront Park, 101-A E. Broadway, Port Jefferson every Sunday through Nov. 13 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 631-473-4724

Rocky Point

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Start your morning with ‘berry’ bountiful muffins Blueberries are tiny powerhouses of nutrition and eating more of them can be an easy way to get the antioxidants necessary to fend off many different diseases. While blueberries are nutritional allies, they also happen to taste delicious, whether it’s all on their own or mixed into various cereals or baked goods. This take on muffins pairs blueberries with avocados and bananas for a go-to breakfast or any-time-of-day snack.

Blueberry, Avocado and Banana Muffins Recipe courtesy of Culinary.net

Yield: Makes 12 muffins Ingredients:

• 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour • 1 cup rolled oats • 1 teaspoon baking powder • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda • 1/2 teaspoon salt • 1 medium banana (about 1/3 cup), peeled • 1 large avocado (about 3/4 cup), peeled and pitted • 3/4 cup unsweetened applesauce • 1 large egg • 1/4 cup milk • 1 cup blueberries

Directions: Preheat oven to 350 F. Prepare standard muffin tin with paper liners.

In large bowl, whisk flour, oats, baking powder, baking soda and salt. In separate bowl, mash banana and avocado together.

Add applesauce, egg and milk. Stir to combine then stir into flour mixture. Fold in blueberries and divide batter into prepared muffin tins. Bake 25-30 minutes. Allow to cool completely. Store leftovers in airtight container up to 3 days.

Super berry-licious smoothie bowl for breakast Blueberry apple crisp smoothie bowls are such a great way to start the day!

Complete with hidden veggies, this recipe was inspired by it’s namesake — a smooth fruity smoothie with a crunchy topping that tastes just like a cold version of a favorite dessert. Healthy and berrydelicious!

Blueberry Apple Crisp Smoothie Bowl

Recipe courtesy of Rachel Gurk of Rachel Cooks

Yield: Makes 1 serving Ingredients:

• 1 cup frozen blueberries • 2 cups apples, roughly chopped, reserving 2 tablespoons for topping • 1 teaspoon cinnamon • 1/2 cup plain, non-fat Greek yogurt • 1 cup spinach • pure maple syrup, to taste • ice cubes (optional)

Directions: In a blender, blend blueberries, apples, cinnamon, yogurt and spinach until smooth. Taste and add maple syrup, to taste. If thicker mixture is desired, add ice cubes. Pour into bowl. Mix oats with maple syrup.

Top smoothie mixture with oats, pecans, apples and blueberries.

Toppings: • 2 tablespoons oats • 1 teaspoon pure maple syrup • 1 tablespoon pecans, chopped • 2 tablespoons reserved chopped apple • fresh blueberries

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-Pick season is a great time to get outdoors and enjoy nature. The following fruits and vegetables are available at various times between June and September. Call for crop availability first.

Cooper Farms

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Garden of Eve

4558 Sound Avenue, Riverhead 631-722-8777, ext. 2 www.gardenoveevefarm.com U-pick organic strawberries, blackberries, blueberries, heirloom tomatoes, sauce tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, bell and sweet peppers, hot peppers, eggplant, cucumbers, corn, sunflowers, and lavender. Open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily.

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www.lennybrunofarms.com Pick your own bell peppers, long hots, cheese peppers, hot cherry peppers, sweet cherry peppers, fryers, white peppers, plum tomatoes, beefsteak tomatoes, black eggplant, little finger eggplant, and flat beans. Open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily.

Lewin Farms

812 Sound Avenue, Calverton, 631-929-4327 www.lewinfarm.com Pick your own strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, blackberries, peaches, tomatoes, peppers, eggplant. Open 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily.

Patty’s Berries and Bunches

410 Sound Avenue, Mattituck 631-655-7996 www.pattysberriesandbunches.com Pick your own strawberries, blueberries, raspberries and thornless blackberries.

Field walk to view flowers available June to October. Hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily.

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28700 Route 25, Cutchogue 631-734-6441 www.wickhamsfruitfarm.com U-pick strawberries, raspberries,

blackberries, cherries, blueberries, peaches and apples. Open 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays. Closed Sundays.

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3810 Middle Country Road, Calverton 631-727-4554 The farms offers Pick Your Own strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, black raspberries, blackberries, tomatoes, peppers, eggplant, zucchini, cucumbers, peaches, nectarines, grapes and apples.

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A simple salad is a summertime staple What better way to maximize the summer season than by incorporating summer berries into the salad mix? In this recipe for “Blueberry Spinach Salad with Grilled Chicken” from Cooking Light: Fresh Food Superfast (Oxmoor House), iron, folate, vitamins, and rich antioxidants combine to create a light, tasty meal that’s perfect for summer evenings.

Blueberry Spinach Salad with Grilled Chicken Yield: Makes 4 servings Ingredients:

• 3 6-ounce skinless, boneless chicken breast halves • Cooking spray • 1 6-ounce package fresh baby spinach • 1 cup crumbled goat cheese • 1 cup blueberries • Blueberry-Thyme Dressing

Directions: Prepare Blueberry Thyme Dressing (see recipe on right). Place chicken breasts in a medium bowl. Add 1⁄3 cup dressing, toss to coat. Heat a nonstick grill pan over medium-high heat. Coat

Blueberry-Thyme Dressing

Yield: Makes 5 servings Ingredients:

• 1 cup blueberries • 2 tablespoons lemon juice • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil • 2 tablespoons honey • 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme • 1⁄2 teaspoon salt

Directions: Place all ingredient in a blender; process for 30 seconds or until smooth. pan with cooking spray.

Add chicken mixture to pan; cook 5 minutes on each side, or until desired degree of doneness. Let chicken stand 3 minutes before cutting crosswise into 1⁄2-inch slices. Cover and keep warm.

While chicken cooks, place 11⁄2 cups spinach on each of four plates. Top salads

evenly with chicken slices; sprinkle evenly with goat cheese and, if desired, blueberries.

Drizzle evenly with remaining dressing.

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Blueberry Snow Cones:

A frozen, kid-friendly dessert Roll Your Own Snow Cones

Recipe courtesy of Family Features and Dole

Yield: Makes 8 servings Ingredients: • 1 cup blueberries • 6 tablespoons honey, divided • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, divided • 6 tablespoons water, divided • 1 cup raspberries • 1 cup hulled and quartered strawberries • 6 cups ice cubes

Directions: In blender on high, puree blueberries, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 teaspoon lemon juice and 2 tablespoons water until smooth; transfer to small saucepan. Repeat process with raspberries, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 teaspoon lemon juice and 2 tablespoons water then strawberries with remaining honey, lemon juice and water, transferring each to separate small saucepans.

Heat blueberry, raspberry and strawberry mixtures over medium heat 5 minutes, or until thickened; remove from heat and strain mixtures separately into three small bowls. Loosely cover bowls with plastic wrap; refrigerate 2 hours.

In blender on high, blend ice, in 4 batches, until “shaved,” transferring each batch to medium bowl and freezing between batches. Divide shaved ice into eight (8-ounce) cups; drizzle with desired fruit mixtures.

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Dish out happiness with a classic dessert Spending precious moments enjoying outdoor meals with family and friends is part of what makes warm weather gettogethers so special. Take those al fresco occasions to the next level with a favorite dessert: ice cream.

At your next outdoor event, try an option like Cheesecake Ice Cream with Fruit Swirls from Milk Means More. It’s a simple solution you can make a couple days in advance with your favorite fruit flavor such as blueberry.

Cheesecake Ice Cream with Blueberry Fruit Swirls Yield: Makes 12 servings Ingredients:

• 12 ounces cream cheese, cut into cubes • 3/4 cup sugar • 1 cup sour cream • 3/4 cup half-and-half • 2 teaspoons vanilla • 1 1/4 teaspoons lemon juice, divided • 1 dash salt • 1/3 cup blueberry fruit spread

Directions: In large mixer bowl of electric mixer, beat cream cheese and sugar on medium speed until fluffy. Add sour cream, half-

and-half, vanilla, 1 teaspoon lemon juice and salt. Beat on low speed until combined then beat on medium speed until smooth.

Cover and refrigerate 2-24 hours, or until cold. Pour cream cheese mixture into 1 1/2quart ice cream freezer. Freeze according to manufacturer’s directions.

In small bowl, stir fruit spread and

remaining lemon juice. Spoon about onethird of ice cream into 2-quart food storage container. Spoon about half of fruit spread mixture in dollops over ice cream. Repeat layers. Top with remaining ice cream.

Cover and freeze 4-24 hours.

To serve, scoop ice cream into dessert dishes and top fresh with blueberries.

On the Cover: Blueberry pie wins raves every time Everyone amateur baker needs a go-to pie recipe in his or her repertoire.

While apple may get much of the fanfare, blueberries pack that perfect punch of sweet but tart flavor that just bursts in the mouth with every bite. This recipe for Ginger n’ Spice Bubbling Blueberry Pie by Barbara Estabrook is not only the official pie of the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council, but also a winner of America’s Best Blueberry Pie Contest.

Ginger n’ Spice Bubbling Blueberry Pie Yield: Serves 8 Ingredients: Crust

• 2 1⁄2 cups all-purpose flour • 1⁄2 teaspoon salt • 10 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cubed (1⁄4-inch-thick cubes) • 1⁄2 cup chilled all-vegetable shortening • 3 1⁄2 tablespoons ice water • 1⁄2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice • 1 egg white, whisked to foamy (divided use)

Filling

• 4 1⁄2 cups fresh blueberries (room temperature)

• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice • 3⁄4 cup granulated sugar • 1⁄4 cup instant or quick-cooking tapioca, ground • 2 tablespoons minced crystallized ginger • 3⁄4 teaspoon ground cinnamon • 1⁄8 scant teaspoon ground allspice • 2 tablespoons melted butter • 3 tablespoons orange marmalade • 1⁄2 tablespoon raw turbinado cane sugar

Directions: Crust Combine lemon juice and ice water and set aside. In a medium bowl, whisk flour and salt. Cut in butter and shortening with a pastry blender until coarse meal forms. Sprinkle half the water/lemon mix over flour mixture; toss with a fork. Add remaining half, tossing until dough begins to form a ball. Divide dough in half, flatten it into 1⁄2-inch-thick discs. Wrap each disc in plastic wrap. Chill 30 minutes.

Filling In a large bowl, toss blueberries with lemon juice. In a separate mediumsized bowl, stir sugar, tapioca, ginger,

cinnamon, and allspice together until combined. Gently fold into blueberries until well coated. Melt butter, stir in marmalade, then fold into blueberry mixture. Let set.

Pie Assembly Heat oven to 425 F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. On a lightly floured surface, roll one chilled dough disc into a 13-inch circle. Fit dough in a 9-inch pie plate. Trim overhang to 3⁄4-inch of edge. Brush egg white over bottom and sides of dough. Reserve remaining egg white. Set the lined plate in the freezer. Roll second chilled disc on a lightly floured surface into a 13-inch circle, then cut into 1-inch-wide strips with a pastry wheel.

Retrieve pie plate and pour in filling, mounding slightly toward center. Weave strips of dough over filling to form a lattice top. Seal, trim and crimp edge.

Brush reserved egg white over dough.

Sprinkle evenly with sugar. Set pie on lined sheet. Bake 18 minutes at 425 F. Reduce heat to 375 F. Bake 50 minutes or until pie is bubbling. Cool on a wire rack.

Top with vanilla ice cream.

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“Mark your calendars for all three dates because you won’t want to miss any one of these incredible performances,” said Jazz Loft founder Tom Manuel.

On July 2, vintage-style musical group Vince Giordano and the Nighthawks will deliver a powerful performance. The Grammywinner, New York native and multi-instrumentalist has performed at the Newport Jazz Festival, Jazz at Lincoln Center and the 92nd Street Y. Giordano has also appeared in films including The Cotton Club, The Aviator, Finding Forrester, Revolutionary Road and Cafe Society, in addition to the HBO hit series Boardwalk Empire.

On Aug. 13, acclaimed jazz guitarist and singer John Pizzarelli will perform a tribute to his late father Bucky Pizzarelli, the legendary jazz guitarist who inspired his career. John Pizzarelli has been hailed by the Boston Globe for “reinvigorating the Great American Songbook and re-popularizing jazz.” This concert also aligns with the annual John Monteleone: Art of the Guitar Festival.

On Sept. 24, celebrated singer-songwriter Peter Cincotti will enliven the Jazz Loft’s Great Lawn for a free concert that also coincides with the 7th annual Harbor Jazz Festival. Cincotti has performed at the world’s most prestigious venues, including Carnegie Hall and L’Olympia in Paris, has collaborated with artists ranging from Andrea Bocelli to David Guetta, and has also been featured in blockbuster films like Spiderman 2 and the Bobby Darin biopic, Beyond the Sea. Postilio and Conlon came up with the event concept in 2021 as a way to bring their community together following the pandemic.

“Music brings people together and makes the world a better place. We are excited to collaborate with the Jazz Loft to bring another amazing concert series to the Long Island community,” said Postilio. “We look forward to meeting new friends and neighbors at The Jazz Loft this summer.”

“The Jazz Loft is an institution that makes an invaluable contribution to the arts on Long Island. The culture here is what originally attracted us to the area, and we are proud to become a part of that tradition with The Summer Music Series,” added Conlon.

The Jazz Loft is located at 275 Christian Avenue in Stony Brook Village. Tickets are now available for purchase at www.thejazzloft. org or by calling 631-751-1895.

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Stony Brook Film Festival returns in July

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tony Brook University’s Staller Center for the Arts turns into a movie lover’s mecca when new independent films screen at the Stony Brook Film Festival on evenings and weekends from Thursday, July 21 to Saturday, July 30. The popular festival, now in its 27th year, pairs memorable short films with an array of features you won’t see anywhere else, making it a favorite of moviegoers and filmmakers alike.

Presented by Island Federal, the 2022 Festival lineup offers 38 films from over 28 countries. The Festival kicks off with the North American premiere of Peaceful, starring Catherine Deneuve, Benoît Magimel, and Gabriel A. Sara. A life-affirming drama about acceptance and resilience, Peaceful follows Benjamin, an acting teacher with a terminal illness as he navigates his final months and days. The beating heart of the film comes from Gabriel Sara — a cancer specialist from Mount Sinai Hospital in Manhattan in reallife — who portrays Benjamin’s very humane specialist Dr. Eddé. Catherine Deneuve’s powerful performance as Benjamin’s mother is unforgettable.

“This year’s Festival is somewhat of a family affair, with several real-life family members making films, and members of our Stony Brook family returning,” says Festival co-programmer Kent Marks. “Our Sunday night independent feature, the very touching This is a Film About My Mother, which was shot in Ithaca, New York, stars reallife siblings Tess and Will Harrison and was written and directed by Tess.”

The theme of family continues with the mesmerizing Korean independent film, Seokkarae. Written and directed by Mike Beech, and starring his wife, Jiwon Lee, the character-driven film depicts a quiet twentysomething attempting to keep the family business going despite tough odds. Jungle is another such collaboration, written by real life partners Claudia Verena Hruschka and Kieran Wheeler, with Wheeler directing and Hruschka giving a gut-wrenching performance in this hard-hitting short from Australia.

From Australia to Stony Brook, The Switcheroo is co-directed by Stony Brook brothers Ryan and Anthony Famulari. Made for next to nothing during COVID, this hilarious comedy has the brothers serving as the entire crew, with Anthony cast in the very funny role of a man and his clone. Two more co-directors are sisters Austin and Westin Ray with their UK-based quiet thriller Before Seven. The Ray’s, Festival alums from 2014, served as directors, writer (Westin) and composer and cinematographer (Austin).

Another SBFF festival alum is John Gray, who won the audience choice award for his 2020 film Extra Innings, and is back this year with the intriguing family drama The Little Drummer Boy.

Catherine Deneuve and Benoît Magimel in a scene from Peaceful. Photo courtesy of Staller Center

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Tuesday, July 26 at 7 p.m.

Feature: Peaceful, France Short: Lentini, United States

Tuesday, July 26 at 9:30 p.m.

OPENING NIGHT Thursday, July 21 at 8 p.m.

Friday, July 22 at 7 p.m.

Feature: Olga, Switzerland, Ukraine, France Short: Kitchen Tales, United Kingdom

Friday, July 22 at 9:30 p.m.

Feature: Glob Lessons, United States Short: Before Seven, United States

Saturday, July 23 at 4:30 p.m.

Doc Feature: The Jackie Stiles Story, U.S.

Saturday, July 23 at 7 p.m.

Feature: Contra, Germany Short: The Little Drummer Boy, U.S.

Saturday, July 23 at 9:30 p.m.

Feature: Peace in the Valley, U.S. Short: Elevate, United States

Feature: Hard Shell, Soft Shell, France Short: Almost Winter, United States Feature: The Justice of Bunny King, NZ Short: The Dress, United States

Wednesday, July 27 at 7 p.m.

Feature: Image of Victory, Israel Short: Milk, United Kingdom

Wednesday, July 27 at 9:30 p.m.

Feature: The Test, France Short: Free Fall, France

Thursday, July 28 at 7 p.m.

Feature: Haute Couture, France Short: Jungle, Australia

Thursday, July 28 at 9:30 p.m.

Feature: Sons of the Sea, South Africa Short: Ousmane, Canada

Friday, July 29 at 7 p.m.

Sunday, July 24 at 4:30 p.m.

Documentary Feature: Nasima, U.S.

Feature: Vera Dream of the Sea, Kosovo & Albania & Republic of Macedonia Short: All that Glitters, United Kingdom

Sunday, July 24 at 7 p.m.

Friday, July 29 at 9:30 p.m.

Feature: Berenshtein, Israel & Ukraine Short: The Switcheroo, United States

Feature: Black Box, France & Belgium Short: Aysha, Germany

CLOSING NIGHT Feature: This is a Film About My Mother, U.S. Saturday, July 30 at 8 p.m.

Sunday, July 24 at 9:30 p.m.

Short: North Star, United States

Monday, July 25 at 7 p.m.

Feature: Hit the Road, Iran Short: Summer of Bees, Finland

Monday, July 25 at 9:30 p.m.

Feature: Seokkarae, Korea Short: Saving Elodie, United Kingdom

Feature: Lost Transport, Netherlands & Luxemborg & Germany Short: Mila, United States

CLOSING NIGHT AWARDS 10:30 p.m.

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Women will take center stage at this year’s SBFF, both in front of and behind the camera. SBFF’s opening and closing night features and shorts were all helmed by female directors. In all, 17 of the Festival’s 38 films were directed by women. Two films, Kitchen Tales and Before Seven, were made with nearly all-female crews.

The Jackie Stiles Story and Nasima are two completely different documentaries about female athletes from the middle of nowhere — a small Kansas town and a small seaside village in Bangladesh — who both beat the odds and made a huge impact in their respective sports of basketball and surfing.

There are heroines from all walks of life, whether in the New Zealand drama The Justice of Bunny King, the Israeli epic Image of Victory, the Albanian thriller Vera Dream of the Sea, or the American indie Peace in the Valley, all of which feature knockout performances by their lead actresses.

Reflecting on current issues, two films in the Festival, Olga and Berenshtein both take place in and around Ukraine, and both are from times when the Ukrainian people faced down an oppressive regime — whether it be from the Nazis or their own government.

Mila, a must-see short film on SBFF’s closing night, is a debut effort by writer/director Cinzia Angelini and made by 350 animators from 35 countries, who volunteered their services to help Angelini get her story made after all major studios turned it down.

Inspired by events of the 1943 Trento bombing in Italy, this heartwarming story depicts a young girl who has lost everything but still clings to hope.

The closing night feature, Lost Transport, is a powerful and deeply moving film set during the final days of World War II, uniquely told from a female perspective. When German soldiers abandon a deportation train, leaving the fate of its occupants in the hands of advancing Russian troops, three women from vastly different backgrounds, set aside their differences, working together to survive.

“The diversity of filmmakers is a hallmark of Stony Brook Film Festival, with student filmmakers, seasoned pros, and nine first-time directors represented this year,” says Festival Director Alan Inkles.

“We are very excited to have filmmakers from all over the world join us in-person this year for their premiere screenings. Our audience can gather in a huge theater with Long Island’s largest screen, to see movies the way they were meant to be seen. Not only are these films not available on any streaming format, but you also get to hear directly from the filmmakers themselves, ask them a question at our live Q&A, and even vote for your favorite.”

For 27 years, the Stony Brook Film Festival has hosted 549 filmmakers from 78 different countries, featured nearly 55 World Premieres and over 75 U.S. premieres. In total, the Festival has screened almost 1100 independent films from all over the world. The Festival kicks-off with an Opening Night Party and closes with an Awards Ceremony and Closing Night Party.

Ticket information

All screenings are held at Stony Brook University’s Staller Center for the Arts, 100 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook in the 1,000-seat Main Stage theater. Festival goers can choose from a Gold Pass, Festival Pass, or Individual Pass.

Passes start at $20. All passholders will hear from filmmakers throughout the Festival and have the opportunity to rate and vote on favorite films to help choose the winners of this year’s Festival.

Gold Passholders receive entry to all films, VIP reserved seating, a Stony Brook Film Festival swag bag, discounts at local restaurants and businesses, access to Opening and Closing Night After Parties, filmmaker Q&A’s, and the Closing Night Awards Ceremony. Festival Passholders receive entry to all films and guaranteed seating for sold-out films, filmmaker Q&A’s, access to the Closing Night Awards Ceremony, discounts at local restaurants and businesses, voting for Audience Choice Award, and a Stony Brook Film Festival Passholder gift. For more information or to order, call 631-632-2787 or visit stonybrookfilmfestival.com.

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ake in a bit of Long Island’s rich cultural history with one of the many guided tours offered by local museums and historical societies.

PATH THROUGH HISTORY

to stories of Huntington’s residents and rich history.

Meet at the Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Building, 228 Main Street, Huntington, which was built in 1892 as a memorial to the Huntington residents who died in the Civil War. Tickets are $15 adults, $10 members, $5 children.

Advance reservations required.

631-427-7045, ext. 401, www. huntingtonhistoricalsociety.org

Centerport

Vanderbilt Mansion Tours

The Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport offers guided tours of the Vanderbilt family’s living quarters in the Mansion in the summer from June 25 to Sept.

4, Tuesdays to Sundays at 11:30 a.m., noon, 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.

Estate Walk & Talk Tours

The Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport offers Estate Walk & Talk Tours at 11 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. on June 30; July 6, 20, 23, and 27; and August 3, 10, 20, 24, and 31. Learn about the history of the Eagle’s Nest estate during a walking tour of the Vanderbilt Estate with knowledgeable Museum educators. Learn about the history of the Eagle’s Nest estate; Warren & Wetmore’s

Historic Walking Tour/Pub Crawl

Huntington Historical Society walking tours begin at the Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Building, built in 1892.

design and exterior architectural details of the 24-room Spanish Revival mansion; and the striking ironwork of Samuel Yellin, considered the greatest iron artisan of the early 20th century.

Tickets for both events are $16 adults, $15 seniors/students and $13 children under 12 (includes general admission) at the gate. 631-854-5579, www. vanderbiltmuseum.org.

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Old Burying Ground Tour

Join the Huntington Historical Society for a guided walking tour of Huntington’s earliest public burying ground, established soon after the Town’s 1653 founding, on July 9, Aug. 6, Sept.

17 and Oct. 22 at 4 p.m.; and Oct. 29 and Nov. 5 at 3 p.m.

View stunning folk art and beautiful epitaphs while listening

The Huntington Historical Society offers a Historic Walking Tour throughout the Huntington village from 6 to 9 p.m. on July 13 and Aug. 25.

Led by Town of Huntington Historian, Robert C. Hughes, these walking tours will guide you through the notable buildings and events in the history of Huntington Village. Along the way participants will stop at local establishments, (with a great history or in a historic building) to enjoy some refreshment before continuing the tour.

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The Northport Historical Society hosts a guided walking tour of Northport’s historic Main Street business district on June 26, July 17, Aug. 21 and Sept. 17 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Using storytelling and historic photos from the society’s collection, your guide will make the past come alive!

Tour leaves from the Society, 215 Main Street, Northport. Tickets are $7 per person. 631-757-9859, northporthistorical.org

Centers of Controversy Tour

New! In addition to the traditional walking tour, the Huntington Historical Society offers a Centers of Controversy tour from 6 to 9 p.m. on Aug. 11 and Sept. 8 which visits sites in central Huntington that gave rise over the centuries to scandals, lawsuits, and other controversies. Tour ends at Six Harbors Brewing Company.

Tickets for both tours are $25, $20 members (drinks not included). Tours will begin at the Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Building, 228 Main Street, Huntington. Reservations are required. 631-427-7045, www. huntingtonhistorical.org Van Wyck-Lefferts Tide Mill Tour

Huntington Historical Society will present tours of the Van Wyck-Lefferts Tide Mill on June 29 at 11:30 a.m., July 13 at 10:30 a.m., July 18 at 3 p.m., July 27 at 10:30 a.m., Aug. 15 at 1:30 p.m., Aug. 25 at 10

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Rocky Point Tour the William Miller House in Miller Place on Saturdays this summer.

a.m., Aug. 29 at 12:30 p.m., and Sept 12 at 12:30 p.m. Built in 1795, the mill is one of the best preserved 18th-century tide mills in the country. The 1½-hour tour includes a short boat ride. For ages 12 and up. $20 per person, $15 members.

Advance reservations required.

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Miller House tours

The Miller Place-Mount Sinai Historical Society offers guided tours of the William Miller House, circa 1720, 75 North Country Road, Miller Place on Saturdays from noon to 2 p.m. June through September. Private tours by appointment. 631-476-5742, www. mpmshistoricalsociety.org.

Hallock Homestead tours

The Rocky Point Historical Society’s Noah Hallock Homestead, 172 Hallock Landing Road, Rocky Point is open for tours every Saturday from 1 to 3 p.m. through December.

Take a trip back in time with a visit to 1721 homestead hosted by trained docents.

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utdoor concerts are back on Long Island for the summer. Whether you like country, rock, jazz, doo-wop or rhythm and twang, we’ve rounded up some of the North Shore’s best outdoor musical performances the whole family will enjoy.

Bring seating, a picnic dinner and enjoy the show. All concerts below are free unless noted.

Centerport

Music in the Courtyard

The Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport kicks off its Music in the Courtyard series with a Long Island Chamber Music concert on July 2, July 16 and July 22 from 6 to 7:30 p.m., tickets are $30; Alex Torres and His Latin Orchestra fundraiser on July 15 from 7 to 10 p.m. (gates open at 6 p.m.) tickets are $65; and Saturday Rock - We May Be Right on July 9 at 7 p.m., Joyride on July 23 at 7 p.m. and Almost U2 on Aug. 13 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $30 in advance, $40 at the door. www.vanderbiltmuseum.org

Commack

Hoyt Farm Concert Series

Hoyt Farm, 200 New Highway, Commack hosts free Sunday concerts in the summer at 7 p.m. starting with Southbound on June 26; X-Session on July 3; Radio Flashback on July 10; Kids Day (3 to 7 p.m.) on July 17; The Dedications on July 24; Refugee on July 31; Street Fighter on Aug. 7; and That 70s Band on Aug. 14. Rain dates if necessary will be Aug. 21 and Aug 28 at 7 p.m. NOTE: Smithtown resident stickers required to park on property. 631-543-7804

Huntington

Summer Arts Festival

Heckscher Park’s Chapin Rainbow Stage, 2 Prime Ave., Huntington hosts the Huntington Arts Council’s 57th annual Summer Arts Festival with music, theater and dance from June 24 to Aug. 7. Opening weekend schedule starting at 8 p.m. features jazz vocalist Cyrille Aimee on June 24, “Camelot” by Plaza Theatrical Productions on June 25 and Symphonic Pops of L.I. on June 26. For the full schedule, visit www. huntingtonarts.org. 631-271-8423

Mount Sinai

Concert in the Park

Heritage Park, 633 Mount Sinai-Coram Road, Mount Sinai will host a free concert with Bon Journey paying tribute to rock icons Bon Jovi and Journey on July 10 at 7 p.m. Presented by Suffolk County Legislator Sarah Anker and the North Shore Youth Council. 631-403-4846

Nesconset

Concerts at The Gazebo

Enjoy Tuesday night concerts at The Gazebo, 127 Smithtown Blvd., Nesconset at 7 p.m. kicking off with Songs in the Attic on July 12, Radio Flashback on July 19, Allmost Brothers on July 26, Bon

Alex Torres (second from left) and His Latin Orchestra return to the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum in Centerport on July 15.

Journey on Aug. 2, That 70s Band on Aug. 9, concert on Aug. 16 to be announced, The Blast: Beatles Tribute on Aug. 23 and 70s Rock Addiction on Aug. 30. Rain dates are the next day. 631-672-5197, www. nesconsetchamber.org

Northport

Summerfest Concerts

The Northport Chamber of Commerce presents its Summerfest Concerts on Wednesdays in August at the Northport Village Park Bandshell, Northport from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Line-up: Liverpool Shuffle on Aug. 3; Chaser on Aug. 10; Little Wilson Band on Aug. 17; and Sounds of Santana on Aug. 24.

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Northport Community Band

The Northport Community Band will host concerts at the Robert W. Krueger Bandstand in Northport Village Park on June 30: Music Made in America; July 7: Holiday Make-Up Celebration; July 14: Scenes from Childhood; and July 28: Family Finale. Rain location is Northport High School. www.ncb59.org

Happenings on Main Street

Northport Arts Coalition presents Happenings on Main Street, free concerts at Northport Village Park Gazebo at the harbor Friday nights at 7 p.m. July 1: The Dead Ahead Band; July 8: Harper Lovey & The Waitlist; July 15: World Beat Groove; July 22: Paige Patterson; July 29: The Twangtown Paramours; Aug. 5: The Claudia Jacobs Band; Aug. 12: The Kerry Kearney Band; Aug. 19: Annie Mark/The Cool Hand; Aug. 26: The Toby Tobias Ensemble; and Sept. 2: Glenn Baldwin & Friends of Jazz. 631-827-6827, www. northportarts.org

Port Jefferson Sunset Concerts

Greater Port Jefferson Arts Council presents Sunset Concerts at Harborfront Park, 101-A East Broadway, Port Jefferson from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on July 6: The Famous Dr. Scanlon Band; July 13: East End Trio; July 20: Cole Fortier and Friends; July 27: Blue Spirit; Aug. 3: Roots Foundation; Aug. 10: Ken McGorry & The Achievements; Aug. 17: Ray Lambiase Band; Aug. 24: Gene Casey & The Lone Sharks; and Aug. 31: Eastbound Freight Bluegrass Band.

631-473-5220, www.gpjac.org

Harborside Concerts

Concerts are held at the Show Mobile at Harborfront Park, 101-A East Broadway, Port Jefferson on Thursday at 8 p.m. starting on July 7: Endless Summer; July 14: Ed Travers Band; July 21: Southbound; Aug. 11: Refugee. *Final concert, featuring The Hit Men will be held at the Ferry Dock at 7 p.m.

631-473-4724 www.portjeff.com

Port Jefferson Station

Summer Concert Wednesdays

The Port Jefferson Station/Terryville Chamber of Commerce kicks off its Summer Concert Wednesdays at the Port Jefferson Station/Terryville Chamber Train Car Park, Nesconset Highway and Route 112, Port Jefferson Station from 6 to 8 p.m. on July 6 with SouthBound (Veterans Night); July 13 with Paige Patterson (Paint Night); July 20 with One Step Ahead (Luau Night); July 27 with School of Rock and BMX Stunt Show (Ice Cream Night); and Aug. 3 *starting at 7 p.m. with “The Taming of the Shrew” (Shakespeare in the Park). Rain date is Aug. 10. 631-821-1313, www.pjstchamber.com

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Paige Patterson heads to Emma Clark Library on July 8.

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Town of Smithtown Family Concerts return to Long Beach Town Park, 555 Long Beach Road, St. James on Fridays at 7 p.m. June 24: Guilty Pleasures; July 1: Ed Travers Band; July 8: Naked Truth; July 15: Cold Spring Harbor Band; July 22: The Dedications; July 29: Roots Foundation; Aug. 5: Foreign Journey; Aug. 12: HooDoo Loungers; Aug. 19: Endless Summer Rain date is Aug. 26. 631360-7512, www.smithtown.gov

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Setauket

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The popular summer concert series returns to Hap’s historic Red Barn at Frank Melville Memorial Park, 1 Old Field Road, Setauket with the Claudia Jacobs Band on July 10; Eric Dubin and the Whiskey Crows on July 17; Carl Safina and A Moments Notice on July 24; Wayne Hart Band on July 31; Tom Manuel and Gospel Road on Aug. 7; Sam Gelfer and the New Students on Aug. 14; Quarter Horse on Aug. 21; and One Step Ahead on Aug. 28. All concerts begin at 5:30 p.m. 631-689-6146, www.frankmelvillepark.org

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Emma S. Clark Memorial Library, 120 Main St., Setauket hosts two outdoor concerts on the lawn this summer from 6:30 to 8 p.m.: Paige Patterson featuring songs of Sinatra, Nancy Wilson, Carole King, Stevie Wonder, The Beatles, Michael Bublé, and more on July 8; and jazz, blues and Americana ensemble CB Jacobs and the Say Hey Crew (Claudia Jacobs and musical collaborators Mark Coffey, Dan Weymouth, Kevin Twigg and perhaps a secret guest or two) on Aug. 12. No registration required. 631-941-4080, www.emmaclark.org

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Students will write their own version of a musical fairytale.

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The North Shore Youth Council and Suffolk County Legislator Sarah Anker present a Summer Concert Series at St. Anthony of Padua Parish, 614 Route 25A, Rocky Point on Aug. 2 with Swingtime Big Band and Aug. 23 with 45 RPM. Both events begin at 7 p.m. 631-403-4846

The North Shore Community Band kicks off its annual Summer Concert Series with an outdoor concert at St. Mark’s Church, 105 Randall Road, Shoreham on July 9 at 7 p.m. Enjoy an evening of Sousa, Gershwin, Glenn Miller, Sondheim, Disney, Broadway, Hollywood and patriotic favorites. www.nscbli.org.

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Stony Brook

Summer Concerts on the Green

Summer concerts are back in front of the Stony Brook Post Office at the Stony Brook Village Center, 111 Main Street, Stony Brook from 7 to 9 p.m. every Sunday from July 10 to Aug. 21, courtesy of the Ward Melville Heritage Organization. July 10: The Precisions; July 17: The Rustlers; July 24: The Clusters; July 31: Linda Ipanema; August 7: The Brooklyn Bards; August 14: The NY Exceptions; and Aug. 21: Country Rhythms.

Free. 631-751-2244, wmho.org.

Wading River

Concert on the Lawn

As part of its annual Summer Concert Series, The North Shore Community Band will present an outdoor concert at Wading River Congregational Church, 2057 North Country Road, Wading River on July 16 at 7 p.m. Enjoy an evening of Sousa, Gershwin, Glenn Miller, Sondheim, Disney, Broadway, Hollywood and patriotic favorites. www.nscbli.org.

Concert in the Park

Wildwood State Park, 790 Hulse Landing Rd, Wading River welcomes The East End Trio in concert on July 16 at 7 p.m. Come enjoy songs you know by heart with music

Outdoor concerts at the Stony Brook Village Center kick off on July 10.

from the 60’s, 70’s, 80’s, 90’s, and 2000’s.

All ages are welcome. Bring your chair or blanket. $10 vehicle fee. 631-929-4314

Country Hoedown at The Shoppes

The Shoppes at East Wind 5768 Route 25A, Wading River hosts a Country Hoedown on July 15 at the Gazebo from 6 to 9 p.m.

Kick up your heels and come dance the night away! Country line dance lessons with Deanna will be held from 6 to 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 to 8 p.m. Southbound Band will perform from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. and again from 8 to 9 p.m. Free admission. 631-846-2372, www. eastwindlongisland.com

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Setauket

Wooden Ship Era Walking Tour

The Three Village Historical Society presents Down the Ways, The Wooden Ship Era, a guided walking tour with historian Beverly Tyler to explore the history of shipbuilding in Setauket on June 25 at 4 p.m. and Sept.

4 at noon. Participants will learn about shipbuilders, ship captains and families prominent in Setauket’s maritime history.

Tour leaves from the Setauket Dock, 58 Shore Road, East Setauket. $20 per person, $5 for children under 12 years. 631-751-3730 or visit www.tvhs.org.

Tri-Spy Walking Tours Hike your way through the history of the Revolutionary War’s Culper Spy Ring with local historian Margo Arceri of Tri-Spy Tours. Take a 3-mile walking tour on July 23 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., Aug. 13 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and Sept. 17 from 10 a.m. to noon.

Participants follow in the actual footsteps of the Culper Spy Ring, and, along the way, historical places of interest are pointed out and discussed. Tours start at the entrance of Frank Melville Memorial Park, 1 Old Field Road, Setauket. $25 per person, ages 14 and older.

631-751-3730 or visit www.tvhs.org.

Tours of the the Stony Brook Grist Mill are given every Sunday through October.

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The Stony Brook Grist Mill (circa 1751), 100 Harbor Road, Stony Brook is open to the public every Sunday through October from 1 to 4 p.m. Long Island’s most completely equipped working mill, the Stony Brook Grist Mill has been a community structure of

the Three Village area for over 300 years and is listed on the National and New York State Register of Historic Places. Learn about the mill’s inner gear workings as it grinds grain into flour during guided tours and a visit the Country Store. Admission is $4 for adults, $2 for children. Cash only. 631-751-2244, www. wmho.org.

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Bridge Lane Wine

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Castello di Borghese Vineyard 17150 Route 48, Cutchogue 631-734-5111

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Croteaux Vineyards

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Town of Brookhaven

TOWN BEACHES

Resident seasonal sticker is $25, $5 seniors.

Starting July 4, lifeguards are on duty Monday to Friday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday and Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. through Labor Day. 631-451-8696, www.brookhavenny.gov

Cedar Beach

244 Harbor Beach Road in Mount Sinai.

Features include a basketball court, concessions, playground, walking trail, fishing pier, marina and boat launch ramps.

West Meadow Beach

100 Trustees Road in Stony Brook. Features include a gazebo, playground, spray park, walking trail, volleyball court and environmental programs.

Stony Brook Beach

26 Sand Street in Stony Brook. Features include a launching ramp for boats and a fishing pier.

Shoreham Beach

North Country Road in Shoreham. Fishing.

Town of Huntington

Seasonal parking permits are available to town residents at beach entrances for $40.

Lifeguards are on duty 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily through Labor Day. 631-261-7574, www. huntingtonny.gov

Asharoken Beach

296 Asharoken Avenue in Northport. Features include an aid station, outdoor shower, beach wheelchair and boat ramp.

Centerport Beach

Little Neck Road in Centerport. Features include boat launching, fishing, pavilion, benches and playground.

Crab Meadow Beach

Waterside Avenue in Northport. Features include night fishing (fee), a picnic and pavilion area, playground, restaurant, snack bar, boardwalk and outdoor shower.

Crescent Beach

Crescent Beach Drive in Huntington Bay. Outdoor showers, boat ramp (fee)

Fleets Cove Beach

Fleets Cove Road in Centerport. Features include a playground and showers.

West Neck Beach in Lloyd Harbor Photo by Sylvia Santa

2 Birmingham Drive in Eaton’s Neck. Boat ramp (fee), playground and showers.

Quentin Sammis/West Neck Beach

West Neck Road in Lloyd Harbor. Features include outdoor showers and aid station.

Town of Riverhead

Beach parking permits are for town residents only for the 2022 season. Fee is $20 per season ($5 for seniors). Purchase stickers at Recreation Department or beach entrances.

Lifeguards will be on duty from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. through Labor Day. 631-727-3200, www. riverheadrecreation,net

Reeves Park Beach

Makamah Road, Northport. Fishing only.

End of Park Road, Riverhead. Features include a gazebo.

324 West Shore Road in Huntington. Features include a playground and showers.

Creek Road, Wading River. Features include gazebo, playground and boat ramp.

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