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Contents

October 2013

8 Cover Artist 11 Tito Batista & The Black Rose Big Band 12 Outdoor Living 14 Backyard and Beyond

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18 Dix Hills Performing Arts Center Fall Festival of Guitar 20 East of NYC 26 Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week 28 Events

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From the Publisher

village staff Associate Publisher Jeanne Murphy Creative Director Nicole Savalli Customer Relations Sean Carroll Social Media j. murphy creative marketing Marygrace Foti Distribution Michael Savalli

I’m loving these beautiful Indian Summer days as we put the finishing touches on our October issues of Village Connection. Before we know it, we will have magazines in hand and we will be making the rounds, getting them out to hundreds of locations all over the towns of Huntington and Babylon.

We had a great time at the 6th Annual Long Island Family Festival at Tanner Park in Copiague last month, where we acted as official media sponsor and introduced both issues of Village Connection to the crowds of visitors. We’re excited and encouraged by the overwhelming positive feedback we have been receiving as we continue to reach new readers.

This month, we’re heading back to the North Shore as we once again host the Village Connection Carnival Stage at the Long Island Fall Festival which takes place October 11-14 at Heckscher Park in Huntington Village.

This free festival is one of the largest of its kind in the Northeast, and we always have so much fun enjoying the great music at our location right in the middle of the carnival rides and food court. We hope you’re planning to attend. Please stop by and say hi if you do.

We hope you enjoy this issue of Village Connection magazine and encourage you to join in with your ideas, photos, feedback and comments.

You can reach us at VillageConnection@live.com In the meantime,

I’ll see you in the Village, Jim Savalli 631.988.5465

Contributing Writers Adriana Vater, Nick Radesca, Charles H. Gamarekian, Alan Stableford, Elise Pearlman, Mary Ann Dellinger, Kathleen Tafti PT, MS, CSCS, Joanne Kois, Hillary Call, Kerriann Flanagan Brosky, Laura Curcio-Greenfield, Glenn Andreiev, Ralph Rivera, Mark Levine, Rich Rivkin Huntington Township Edition Centerport, Cold Spring Harbor, Commack, Dix Hills, East Northport, Eatons Neck, Elwood, Fort Salonga, Greenlawn, Halesite, Huntington Station, Huntington, Melville, South Huntington, Vernon Valley, West Hills, Wincoma Babylon Township Edition Copiague, Deer Park, East Farmingdale, Gilgo, North Amityville, North Babylon, North Lindenhurst, Oak Beach–Captree ,West Babylon, Wheatley Heights, Wyandanch Contact Information Phone 631-988-5465 villageconnection@live.com Published by: Village Connection Magazine, Inc. 93 Main Street Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724 villageconnectionmagazine.com

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cover artist

Ned Butterfield Ned Butterfield is a graduate of the Pratt Institute Fine Arts Program and has completed a long career as a freelance illustrator supplying art work for the New York City advertising and editorial markets.

From his home on the south shore, Ned now creates richly detailed award winning watercolors of Long Island’s land and seascapes featuring beaches, lighthouses, canals and shipyards.

The paintings shared here depict some of the South Shore’s most recognizable and beloved locations. His work is available both as originals and as Limited Edition Giclee prints matted for framing.

Ned can be contacted by email at nedbutterfield@optonline.net To View or Purchase Locally Ned’s art is available for viewing and purchase locally at the Village Art & Frame Gallery, 31 Deer Park Avenue in Babylon Village. The gallery has an impressive assortment of fine art, including originals, limited editions and prints, both canvas and paper. They have thousands of pieces in stock and another 200,000 items available within a week or less. The experts at Village Art & Frame Gallery can assist you with locating and procuring the art of your choosing. They offer on-premise design services at your home or business. Visit them online at www.villageartandframe.com or call 631-376-1070.

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Tito Batista & The Black Rose Big Band A Fun Night of Elegant Standards, Latin & Pop Hits at Dix Hills PAC

On Saturday, September 27, 2014, at 7:30 pm, Tito Batista and His Orchestra made up of members of his long-time popular, The Black Rose Band and special others will be romancing and thrilling lovers of elegant standards, Latin and pop hits in this Las Vegas style show at the Dix Hills Performing Arts Center.

Renaissance man Tito Batista has over four decades as a music business executive achieving success in music publishing, production, artist management, studio management, and record CEO. Past music industry successes included working with the Bill Cosby Show sub-publishing over 2000 songs with BMG Music Pacific, several going platinum in Asia. His current album features Tito as lead singer backed by The Conan O’Brien Orchestra. Fully engaging his passion for performance once again in 2014, he has several shows leading up the big stage at DHPAC. Further horizons are looking at an off-Broadway production.

Band leader Tito Batista reinvents and re-popularizes classic pop standards from the “American Songbook” sung with his romantic voice and unique upbeat swing style. New songs like “Lovers Dream,” “The Love I Need,” and “Wanna Be Free” are enjoyed by

audiences made up of Tito’s many friends, old and new fans and devoted family. With the grit and soul of a lifetime of experiences Tito recently expanded his passionate following from all over New York with his first hit single, “Hey Now, I Think I’m In Love,” written and co-published by Paul Val, a resident of Dix Hills. Mr. Val also wrote several other songs performed by Tito now playing daily on WHLI. If you like The Big Band sound with vocals that are in the groove his “modern vintage with class” big band standards and swing favorites are sure to have you swaying. Tito evokes to the likes of Xavier Cugat, Desi Arnaz, Lou Prima, The Buena Vista Social Club, Michael Buble and Steve Tyrell. Crowd favorites “Volare,” “Besame Mucho” and “Ojos Verdes” (Green Eyes) are sure to please you and all devoted followers of Adult Contemporary Radio.

Get your tickets early for this sell-out top-shelf show Long Islanders will remember! Make sure you are in the room by going online at www.DHPAC.org or by calling the Box Office at 631-6562148 ASAP.

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outdoor living • charles h gamarekian

New Uses for Hardscaping materials Back in 1977, the rock group 10cc released the song, “The Things We Do For Love.” For me, the title brings to mind the many ways homeowners act out love affairs with their residences and adjoining properties.

By now, most homeowners are familiar with the rudimentary applications of hardscaping materials.

Interlocking paver driveways, walkways and patios as well as perimeter and landscape walls and columns made of manufactured wallstones, stoops and staircases, and also outdoor living room components such as open-air kitchens, pizza ovens, fireplaces and fire pits are among the more common uses. In actuality, there are quite a few other interesting considerations that homeowners may not be familiar with, which can add both an appealing visual dynamic and ambiance to an overall hardscape design.

Beginning with vertical applications, homeowners enamored with stone continue the trend toward naturallooking stone facades on their homes. Favored are styles that mimic the rocky ledges and valleys of native America. To no surprise, hardscape product producers have advanced to the forefront with specially tailored, manufactured stone veneers that when placed randomly or in linear patterns, resemble their natural counterparts. The material is made to the same exacting standards as pavers and wallstones, and the choices of styles and hues are many.

Other treatments for manufactured stone veneers are gaining popularity in outdoor living room environments as well. In addition to perimeter walls, columns, steps and staircases, veneers can work well to create continuity on the fronts of custom outdoor kitchens, refreshment bars and other components. Planned well, the stone will not only coordinate with neighboring architectural characteristics, pavers and landscape wall styles but also with granite and cast stone countertops.

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Equally popular is the inclusion of water features in landscape design and can range from a store-bought fountain to a custom built, cascading waterfall that empties into a pond. But somewhere in between these lie charming and attractive water features that are made of hardscape materials with features that rival and often exceed the benefits of the aforementioned varieties.

A relatively easy way to incorporate lighting into a paver design is with solar powered paver lights that allow you to forego the need for wiring, supply cables and electrical power supplies. The built-in solar panels will hold a charge for eight hours or longer and the ultra-bright LEDs will make available up to 100,000 hours of use.

The Cambridge Research and Development Group introduced an innovative “green” lighting option earlier this year - a totally sustainable alternative to both conventional solar and AC powered paver lights.

If your mind is open to new things to do for the love of your home’s outdoor living spaces and you are planning now for next season, hardscaping may just keep your heart throbbing for years to follow.

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everal years ago I wrote an article called ‘Island of Inspiration,’ that focused on some of the many parks and arboretums on Long Island that are great places to get in tune with nature and relieve the stress of everyday life. Since the fall is a great time to be outdoors enjoying the cool, crisp weather and beautiful fall colors, why not pack a lunch, put on those hiking shoes and head to a preserve or refuge to escape from “the noise of the world.”

The Quogue Wildlife Refuge is one such place that is an educational journey for children and adults alike, where you can explore the native habitat that surrounds a peaceful setting among a large pristine pond.

Stop by the Nature Center to observe their many showcases of native wildlife and other exhibits. Relax and enjoy the picturesque scenery of Old Ice Pond through large picture windows surrounding the center.

You can’t miss the live animals and birds at the Wildlife Complex as you enter the preserve; my favorite were the red fox, bobcat and bald eagle!

The animals were all injured and would not be able to survive on their own. The hiking trails throughout the preserve provide serene vistas where you can take a snack from your backpack and enjoy the views.

Another great destination is Sunken Forest, a spectacular miniature forest on Fire Island that includes a rare holly forest and native seashore plants. There is a ferry from Sayville that goes to Sailor’s Haven, with easy access to the forest from where you depart the ferry.

The South Shore Nature Preserve in East Islip is a walk on the wild side as you stroll along a narrow boardwalk that passes through woods and wetlands. Bring your binoculars to observe bird nesting areas in the distance.

The Longhouse Preserve in East Hampton is an interesting combination of “art meets nature” as you wander through the immaculately maintained gardens enhanced by bold and diverse sculptures. The hours are very limited so you may want to call or check online.

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The Massapequa Preserve is a walking and biking paradise with its seemingly endless trails. The northern section of the bike trail runs through Bethpage State Park, and the LI Greenbelt Trail also connects with the Massapequa Preserve. The Massapequa Creek, which runs for several miles through the preserve, empties into several ponds and lakes along the way. There is an abundance of birds, ducks and rare plants that can be observed throughout the preserve. You can’t miss the amazing sweet fragrance of the native shrub Clethra along the wooded trails during the mid summer months. The paved walkway and bike path throughout the preserve makes it an ideal location for bikers year round.

Gardiner Park in Brightwaters is great for easy hiking along many of its wooded trails right near the Great South Bay. The main trail leads directly to the beach with a view of the Fire Island Lighthouse across the bay. You will also see an abundance of dog breeds as it is used as a dog walking park, especially on weekends.

Finally, Avalon Park in Stony Brook is set among the beautiful woodlands surrounding Stony Brook where the Grist Mill and pond are located. The hiking trails are more challenging than the other places mentioned since it is on the north shore among the hills. Native plants line the trails with some breathtaking views along the stone pathway that climbs steadily along the nearby duck pond.

These are just a few of the many local treasures where you can spend a few hours or entire day taking in the best that Long Island has to offer.

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The 8th Annual Fall Festival of Guitar The Dix Hills Performing Arts Center will present the 8th Annual Fall Guitar Festival from Oct. 23 through Oct. 27. Tickets for the various performances and workshops are available individually through the Center’s box office and Website. This year’s festival will span five days, and will feature internationally acclaimed Jazz and Classical virtuoso guitarists, alongside the dedicated and talented faculty of Five Towns College.

Wednesday, Oct. 23 at 7:30 p.m., the Festival kicks off with “A Night of Alhambra,” featuring the artists of Alhambra Guitars, including Philippe Bertaud of France, Cem Duroz of Turkey, and Serenade Duo with Gerry Saulter and Michelle LaPorte. The evening features exotic and diverse music as these top, endorsed artists from Alhambra Guitars share the stage. The program will include music from Brazil, Argentina, Spain, France, Turkey and North America. Tickets are $15 ($10 for seniors).

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Sunday, Oct. 27 at 2 p.m., Anton Del Forno will perform his “Flirtation Concerto,” said to be one of the most beautiful and exciting works created for the guitar in recent years. This collaborative event will also feature the Gemini Youth Orchestra and the Five Towns College Chamber Music Ensemble, under the direction of Professor Matthew Pierce. The final movement of this outstanding work includes a stunning Flamenco dancer on stage. Tickets are $15 ($10 for seniors).

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The long bar area on the left side of the restaurant is accented by plenty of decorations hanging from the ceiling. There’s horses, roosters and other animals strewn throughout. It certainly makes for an interesting conversation while you’re standing there for Happy Hour or while you are waiting for your table.

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Bold Fashions And Beauty Collide at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2014

by John and Adriana Vater, Spa Adriana

Joanna Mastroianna

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ashionistas and beauty mavens, the time is upon us: Mercedes-Benz New York Fashion Week! Spa Adriana, the award-winning Aveda spa and salon, was once again front-and-center at a bevy of shows this year, from obscure designers like Fashion Shenzhen to Fashion Week mainstays like Falguni and Shane Peacock and Carolina Herrera.

So for your convenience, we have compiled a comprehensive preview at some of next spring’s hottest looks.

One of our favorite designers, Joanna Mastroianni marries fashion and art in colorful harmony. The concept of color

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Carolina Herrera

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theory, patterning, and emergence is shown in her detailed fabric weavings. The designer’s ability to create a coexistence of art and design in her collection is simply amazing. Plus, fashionistas will be happy; her bright and beaming floral patterns this season will save you from having to throw out last season’s floral outfits.

Also, inspired by art – the Kinetic art movement to be exact - Carolina Herrera took a cue from the multidimensional optical illusion of geometric abstract paintings to create gowns and flowing skirts by layering geometric motifs on fabrics like chiffon, organza and voile. Patterns of black and white in thin

stripes and spiral designs moved gracefully with the prints in crimson, sienna and smoky umber. The whole collection had a soft color scheme with hues ranging from tea green, porcelain and mauve. There were silk and georgette gowns with embellished necklines, kinetic motif print silk organza skirts, and sleek tops paired with pleated pants. Hairstyles were elegant with classic updos and chignons. Models’ make-up was kept natural as not to distract from the fashion.

“We love Concept Korea’s dark 90’s grunge punk meets gypsy feeling,” said Adriana Vater, Creative Director and co-owner, Spa Adriana. “Hair was teased up and away in big messy top knot buns for the beginning of the show.

While the second half of the show featured bold black and white geometric lines with natural make up and sleek long hair with a clean center part.”

When you think of Custo Barcelona’s Spring/Summer 2014 collection, think chic, contemporary and color.

The international designer showcased delicate pieces juxtaposed through a play in subtle transparencies, woven patterns and tribal prints. Custo Barcelona focused on the sophistication of a feminine collection featuring soft exteriors over strong, bold pieces with high waistlines.

Prints created and customized specifically by Custo Barcelona range from silk and chiffon to printed leather.

The collection color scheme surprisingly ranges from white to black yet include the signature Custo trademark of color in every look CZAR by Cesar Galindo created a highly polished luxury look filled with chartreuse, pale blues, opaque black and vibrant red. The show opened with a soft cornflower blue coat, shown over a body conscious jersey dress. Classic CZAR, this collection mixed impeccable tailoring with luxurious knitwear. The 41-look curated show had something for day and night, with a fluid jersey jumpsuit being a standout look.

For their Spring 2013 collection, married designer duo Falguni and Shane Peacock decided to take fashion into the sci-fi future sending glamorous Martians robotically strutting down the runway. They started their show with models in clear space helmets adorned in an embellished sequined cat suit, a deep V-neck printed body suit and plastic transparent light up dress with fire red details.

Known for their audacious, theatrical aesthetics and body conscious silhouettes, Falguni and Shane Peacock kept to this tradition for spring 2013. The collection, somewhat similar to past season designs, was full of embellishments; hand beading, feather accents, original prints, and laser cut detailing. The bright colors of the collection were a pleasant surprise from the nude subdued tones of other collections. The colors shimmered and sparkled radiantly on the runway.

Vera Wang showcased geometrics in bright and true colors. She used headbands to keep hair pulled back.

For more on Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, follow us www.facebook.com/spaadriana and www.twitter.com/ spaadriana.

Photos © John S. Vater of A. Vater Inc.

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Events Community Events Cinderella-Children’s Season Broadhollow Theatre Company - Lindenhurst The Broadhollow Theatre presents: Cinderella! Spend an exciting afternoon as we share the story of Cinderella, her wicked stepmother and stepsisters, the fairy godmother, and a handsome prince.

October 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th at 2pm Fall Family Fun Festival Marion G. Vedder Elementary - North Babylon Join us for a day of fun including, hands on arts & crafts,magic shows, a live pet show & karaoke party. Face painter...balloon animals and carnival games too!!!

October 5th The Headless Horseman South Shore Theatre - West Islip A musical and imaginative retelling of Washington Irving's tale, "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" performed by our Children's Rep Company. A fun show for the entire family.

October 6th @ 12pm, October 19th @ 3pm, October 27th @ 12pm Ocktobefest Tap Takeover Horace Sylvia's Publick House - Babylon Includes a German Style Buffet and Octoberfest Beers. Tickets are $45.95 per person.

October 9th @ 7pm Babylon Fall Festival Town Hall Park - Lindenhurst An array of activities are featured during this Fall Festival including hay rides, a pumpkin patch, petting zoo, games and face painting. Enjoy the musical entertainment and food that will be a part of the day’s festivities.

October 12th

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Oktoberfest Pig Roast American Legion Post 94 - Babylon Oktoberfest and Pig Roast, including tap beer, roast chicken and pork, brats, sauerkraut, and German potato salad. Tickets are available now, or at the door.

October 12th, Starts at 1pm 21st Annual Fall Harvest Festival Street Fair Deer Park Avenue Food and fun for the entire family, fun children activities including rides, games, petting zoo, pony rides, face painting and more. Two performance stages with live entertainment throughout the day including 45 RPM, Late Nite Audio Latham Road, Johnny Cash tribute by Tom Cavanaugh and much more! The rain date is October 26th.

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Live Shows UFO with Awaken, Gothic Knights and Beyond the Flames Revolution Bar and Music Hall - Amityville October 5th Doors open at 6:30pm Hollywood Ending and This Is all Now with Six Stories told and Say it! Say!, Count to Ten Revolution Bar and Music Hall - Amityville October 6th Doors open at 4:30pm Counterclockwise Ensemble American Legion Hall - Babylon October 10th Show starts at 8pm

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