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Hello, Fall

Break and Enter

and carbon monoxide detectors in every bedAh, homecoming… One of the greatest room and the basement. A little bit of planning times for the community to come together is at and practice goes a long way in high school homecomings, and this year we’ll an emergency. So remember, be bringing you plenty of covespecially with the cold erage from around town. Two IN THE KNOW weather approaching, take are already in the books — WITH AUNT ROSIE time to practice a fire drill at Commack had its parade and home with your families, and game on Saturday, while Harborfields had its make sure you take all the festivities Sept. 9. Looking ahead, St. Anthony’s proper precautions to prevent a fire.

High School has its game Friday, Oct. 13 and Northport’s is Saturday, Oct. 14. There are four Keep it down… Do you what makes it very homecomings slated for Saturday, Oct. 21: Elhard to get any work done these day? A blaring wood-John Glenn; Half Hollow Hills high car alarm that keeps going off every hour like schools East and West; and Huntington. I’m clockwork right outside my window, that’s sure our reporters will be busy that day. And fiwhat! I remember when Huntington village nally Walt Whitman High School will close out was just another quiet and quaint little town. the homecoming season on Saturday, Oct. 28.

These days it sounds more like New York City Who will win the games? And who will be with all the car horns, trucks and sirens. I named homecoming kings and queens? Keep guess I shouldn’t complain though; more noise up with Long Islander News to find out! means more people, and more people in town is good for shop-owners and small businesses.

Fire safety… A number of serious fires ocI’m sure I would have loved the new hustle and curred in Huntington these last couple of bustle of Huntington when I was younger. Call weeks, which made me remember how dangerme old fashioned, which would be true, but ous fire can be and what we can do to prevent sometimes I long for the quieter days. Oh well, it. I still remember my parents teaching me I guess I’ll just have to get used to it. how to escape my bedroom if I ever saw smoke in the house when I was a child all those years ago. It is important for all you parents out (Aunt Rosie wants to hear from you! If you there to make sure your kids have a plan if have comments, ideas, or tips about what’s there is ever a fire in the house, and they know happening in your neck of the woods, write to how to evacuate using a number of different me today and let me know the latest. To conescape routes. I remember a fireman once tact me, drop a line to Aunt Rosie, c/o The telling me that small children tend to hide in Long-Islander, 14 Wall Street, Huntington NY closets or other small spaces where they feel 11743. Or try the e-mail at info@longislandersafe. Always make sure that your house or group.com) apartment has working and up to date smoke

Photo Of The Week Cooking For A Cause

QUOTE OF THE WEEK MARIA BOCCARD

Last week, ahead of the Jewish High Holiday season, teens from The Chai Center’s CTeen chapter in Dix Hills take over the kitchen to cook enough meals for 100 people whose families are facing major health issues.

The food will be distributed by volunteer-based organization Bikur Cholim, which provides support for the needs of the medically distressed.

A 20-year-old Huntington Station man was arrested on the corner of Madison Street and Prime Avenue in Huntington at around 3:45 p.m., Sept. 18 after breaking into a home on Madison Street around 30 minutes earlier, according to Suffolk police. The man stole a shotgun, camera, electronics and jewelry from the residence before he was arrested, police said. Police have charged the man with second-degree burglary of a dwelling.

Department Store Scuffle At around 8:25 p.m., Sept. 18 a 43-year-old Huntington man was arrested for attempting to steal clothing and shaving cream from the Lord & Taylor department store in the Walt Whitman Mall at 158 Walt Whitman Road, Huntington, according to police. The male suspect became involved in an altercation with an employee who tried to stop him from leaving the store with the stolen goods, police said. The employee suffered a fractured finger, and police said heroin was found in the suspect’s procession when he was arrested.

Unlicensed Driver A 23-year-old Wheatley Heights man was arrested at around 1:13 p.m., Sept. 19 for after being pulled over in a Nissan Altima on Bagatelle Road in Dix Hills, according to police. Suffolk police said the man had been caught operating a vehicle with a suspended license three or more previous occasions. Police charged the man with second-degree aggravated unlicensed operation of a vehicle.

Intimidation Tactics A 24-year-old man from Cold Spring Harbor was arrested on Sept. 17 in Huntington for physically assaulting someone who had pressed charges against him for a crime that occurred before Aug. 4, according to police. Suffolk police said the suspect was attempting to intimidate the victim of his previous crime, and assaulted him in the hopes that the victim would drop the charges. Police have arrested the man for second-degree coercion causing physical injury.

Credit Card Thief Caught

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After an investigation lasting over a month, Suffolk police said, a 50-year-old Melville women was arrested on Sept. 18 in Huntington for allegedly breaking into a car at a residence on Vermont Street in Melville on Aug. 12. The women stole credit cards from the vehicle and escaped from the scene, but police were able to identify her as the suspect and arrest her, according to police. Police have charged the women with fourth-degree grand larceny.

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By Connor Beach cbeach@longislandergroup.com

Long Island’s own Cletus “The Hebrew Hammer” Seldin will headline the main event for Joe DeGuardia’s STAR Boxing “Rockin’ Fights 28” at The Paramount tonight.

Seldin, 30, will touch gloves against former French boxing champ Renald “Lion’s Heart” Garrido, according to Seldin’s promoter Joe DeGuardia, a former boxer.

Speaking about his fighter’s upcoming match DeGuardia said, “One of the aspects of this sport is finding the guys who are going to test him and bring out the best in him.”

Seldin grew up a high school football player and wrestler in Shirley, and after honing his boxing skills un-

der trainer Peter Brodsky, came to DeGuardia’s promoting business looking to take his career to the next level.

Since he started boxing professionally, Seldin hasn’t been defeated. He’ll take his 19-0, 16 KOs record into tonight’s fight against Garrido (1915-2, 3 KOs). Seldin is coming off a first-round knockout win over Jesus Selig, a bout fought at The Paramount in June 2016.

Tonight’s fight will be the 28th time DeGuardia has promoted a Star Boxing match at The Paramount, where Huntington native Chris Algieri, who won the WBO junior welterweight title in 2014, got his start.

“We were looking for a place to develop Chris on Long Island,” DeGuardia said. “As we were looking somebody reached out to us about The Paramount, which was just getting on its feet at that time in 2012.”

DeGuardia described Star Boxing’s relationship with The Paramount as a “great marriage” with spectacular fans

who know what to look for in a boxing match. “Seeing a fight at The Paramount is really exciting,” he said.

Growing up in the Bronx, DeGuardia said his earliest memories are of boxing. The boxing fanatic continued to fight throughout his time in Hofstra law school, and remained involved in the business when friends for his boxing days continued to seek his professional help as a lawyer.

“I was born in a boxing family and have been fighting since I was seven, and after I stopped boxing I got into the business of boxing,” said DeGuardia, who founded Star Boxing in 1992.

The undercard fights tonight, which are slated to begin at 7:30 p.m. (doors 6:30 p.m.), include an eight-round cofeature junior welterweight bout between Danny “El Gallo” Gonzalez (14-0-1, 5 KOs) and Deonte “Bomaye” Wilson (7-2, 3 KOs).

Tickets are $50-$200 and can be purchased from the box office or at Paramountny.com.

Photo courtesy of Joe DeGuardia

‘Hebrew Hammer’ Headed For Huntington

Cletus “The Hebrew Hammer” Seldin, left, will fight tonight at The Paramount for promoter Joe DeGuardia’s, right, Star Boxing.

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Luigi Petrone, co-owner of Tutto Pazzo, shows off some fresh lobster.

Get your forks ready; Fall Dine Huntington Restaurant Week is right around the corner.

But this time, for its ninth annual edition, it comes with a twist: choice.

Instead of selecting one price point for the three-course meals offered by restaurants across town Sunday, Oct. 8-Sunday, Oct. 15 (Saturday until 7 p.m. only), there will now be three.

Restaurants will choose to set their offerings at either $20, $30 or $40 for the Dine Huntington promotion, which is sponsored by Long Islander News and the Huntington Township Chamber of Commerce.

The Foodies think this will help increase the number and variety of restaurants – there are currently 19 set to participate.

But the list is still growing. Keep up with it at DineHuntington.com, but peek below in the meantime to start planning your trips.

We’ll announce the full list of participants, and their selected price point, next week.

Dine Huntington Restaurant Week

The Chocolate Cannoli at Jonathan’s Ristorante.

The Veal Carciofibrings at Milito’s. promotes and celebrates a vital sector of Huntington’s economy – restaurants – attracting diners from all over Long Island.

“We’re excited to reveal this new pricing structure for what’s become an annual event in the dining capital of Long Island,” Peter Sloggatt. Long Islander News publisher, said. “Dine Huntington Restaurant Week is a perfect opportunity for people to get to know each restaurant across town, and hopefully to add a few new restaurants to their list of favorites.”

The classic Dry Aged NY Strip steak at Mac’s Steakhouse.

Bistro Cassis 55B Wall St., Huntington 631-421-4122 Bistrocassis.com

Babalu’s classic baked empanadas with the Guava Plate and a non-alcoholic refreshing sangria.

Brio Tuscan Grille 160 Walt Whitman Road, Huntington Station 631-479-3816 Brioitalian.com

Milito’s 315 Walt Whitman Road, Huntington Station 631-824-6774 Emiliosrestaurant110.com

Café Buenos Aires 23 Wall St., Huntington 631-603-3600 Cafebuenosaires.net

Mill Pond House 437 E Main St., Centerport 631-261-7663 Millpondrestaurant.com

Fado 10 New St., Huntington 631-351-1010 Fadohuntington.com

Osteria Da Nino 292 Main St., Huntington 631-425-0820 Osteriadanino.com

Hush Bistro 46 Gerard St., Huntington 631-824-6350 Reststarinc.com/hush-bistro

Piccola Bussola 970 W Jericho Turnpike, Huntington 631-692-6300 Piccolabussolarestaurant.com

IMC Restaurant & Bar 279 Main St., Huntington 631-824-6222 Imcrestaurant.com

Porto Fino 395 New York Ave., Huntington 631-673-1200 Portofinohuntington.com

Jewel 400 Broadhollow Road, Melville 631-755-5777 Jewelrestaurantli.com

Red 417 New York Ave., Huntington 631-673-0304 Redrestaurant.com

Jonathan’s Ristorante 15 Wall St., Huntington 631-549-0055 Jonathansristorante.com

The Ritz Cafe 44 Woodbine Ave., Northport 631-754-6348 Ritzcafenorthport.com

Mac’s Steakhouse 12 Gerard St., Huntington 631-549-5300 Macssteakhouse.com

Tutto Pazzo 84 New York Ave., Huntington 631-271-2253 Tuttopazzo.com

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The Harbor Headless Pumpkin Brew, made right in Northport, is available on tap at Whales Tale.

CONGRATS: Rust & Gold celebrated one year in business last Friday.

The sports bar, which replaced Rookies at 345 Main St., Huntington, has found success by elevating the classic sports bar theme. The only real similarity between the two bars are the TVs; the new owners changed the décor, menu, and atmosphere. The bar is known for serving up innovative cocktails as well as a unique selection of beers on tap. The sports bar also serves tailgate favorites like wings and a variety of sandwiches and burgers, making it a great place to watch football on a Sunday afternoon or Monday night.

NEW BEER: Harbor Head Brewing Company in Northport has debuted its newest beer, the Harbor Headless Pumpkin Brew. The beer, available in limited quantities, is on tap at Whales Tale (81 Fort Salonga Road, Northport) and is perhaps best served with a cinnamon sugar rim.

PRIX FIXE: Jonathan’s Ristorante offers a $32, three course prix-fixe meal all night Sunday-Thursday. Appetizer choices in include the Fritto di Carciofini, sauteed baby artichokes and basil pesto; and the Tartare di Tonno ($7 supplement), which is served with avocado and organic potato chips. For an entree, try dishes like the Organic Scottish Salmon with roasted root veggies, sauteed baby spinach and horseradish cream sauce; or the Long Island Duck Breast ($6 supplement), served with sweet potato puree, pancetta/brussel sprouts and rosemary/cabernet reduction. Top it all off with dessert choices of Tiramisu; Artisnal Trio of Gelato; Trio of Sorbet; or Maple Mascarpone Cheesecake ($3 supplement). The special is available during Jonathan’s (15 Wall St., Huntington) dinner hours on Sundays, 4-9 p.m.; and MondaysThursdays, 5-10 p.m.

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Austen Danielle Bohmer (as Louise) gives an exquisite performance, as her character transforms from rags to riches in the John W. Engeman Theater’s production of “Gypsy.”

Engeman’s ‘Gypsy’ Cast

By Janee Law jlaw@longislandergroup.com

The John W. Engeman Theater’s rendition of “Gypsy” instantly sets the scene, as the orchestra opens up the production with a jazzy introduction that brings audience members back to the 1920s.

Directed by Igor Goldin and choreographed by Drew Humphrey, “Gypsy” depicts the rags-to-riches transformation of Louise (played by Austen Danielle Bohmer), an awkward girl who rose to national prominence as burlesque star Gypsy Rose Lee. The production brings energetic musical numbers, comedy and sincerity.

The journey is ruled by Rose (played by Michele Ragusa), who pushes her daughters Louise and June (played by Charity Van Tassel) into show business in an effort to live vicariously through them.

The show begins, however, with younger versions of the sisters, Baby June (played by Kyla Carter) and Baby Louise (played by Amanda

Swickle), before jumping years ahead in the story.

Ragusa’s performance as the famehungry mother is mesmerizing. Her passion to push her daughters into show business intensifies throughout the production, climbing up the ladder that will lead her to discontent and awareness.

Audience member Sharon Boyle, of Sayville, said after last Thursday’s show that Rose was her favorite character of the night, praising Ragusa for her “strong voice” and “big personality.”

Another member of the audience Tove Abrams, of West Sayville, said the talent of the cast is of the same quality as that found on Broadway.

Abrams continued, “What impressed me was the scenic design. I very much enjoyed the transitions. It’s very well thought out and it moves the whole plot along very quickly.”

Her favorite scene of the night was “You Gotta Get a Gimmick,” in which burlesque performers Mazeppa (played by Jennifer Collester Tully); Electra (played by Amber Carson); (Continued on page 21)

Michele Ragusa (as Rose), Kyla Carter (as Baby June), and Amanda Swickle (as Baby Louise) in the “May We Entertain You” scene of the John W. Engeman Theater’s production of “Gypsy.”

Michele Ragusa (as Rose), John Scherer (as Herbie), Todd Fenstermaker (as Mr. Goldstone) and cast members of John W. Engeman Theater’s production of “Gypsy.”

Michele Ragusa (as Rose) performs “Some People” in the John W. Engeman Theater’s production of “Gypsy.”

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By Connor Beach cbeach@longislandergroup.com

Selling a home can be one of the most stressful experiences in a homeowner’s life, but some local real estate agents have shared tips on how to mitigate that.

Maria Boccard, a Huntington resident and Daniel Gale Sotheby’s real estate broker with over 30 years of experience in the industry, said properly prepping and pre-marketing a home are important steps.

“Little projects and staging can make a big difference,” Boccard said. “Sellers don’t always want to put in the time and effort, but with all the real estate TV shows these days, often times they are aware of the importance of prepping a house before the real estate agent mentions it.”

Major kitchen remodeling or bathroom renovations are not the only ways that sellers can improve the desirability of their homes on the market; Boccard offered some tips that

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A Little Work Goes A Long Way: Tips For Selling A Home

The living room of a house on Bay Road before, left, and after, right, being staged by real estate agent Monique Serena. any seller can do without paying top dollar for a professional contractor.

“A little soap and water goes a long way,” she said. “Cleaning the door knobs and the light switch plates makes the home seem cleaner and more attractive.”

Buying a house is a fast-paced experience these days, according to

Boccard. If a house doesn’t speak to a buyer on the first visit, then they’re likely to move on.

“It starts at the driveway; remove cars from the driveway and pull or spray weeds before taking pictures for the internet, where most buyers start their search,” Boccard said.

The outside of the home is just as

important as the inside, she added.

Gutters should be cleaned of debris or any green material from the environment. Relatively simple landscaping projects can improve the allimportant “curb appeal” of a seller’s home.

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By Janee Law jlaw@longislandergroup.com

While big box hardware stores continue to spread across Long Island, local stores and chains are competing through both personality and personalization.

Joe Costello, co-owner and marketing director for Costello’s Ace Hardware, said quality customer service is key to a successful hardware store, along with being able to adapt and invest in inventory.

The 29th Costello’s Ace Hardware store opened at 720 Walt Whitman Road, Melville earlier this month. The Melville store is the second of the local Ace Hardware Corp. chain to open in the Town of Huntington — there’s also one at 822 Fort Salonga Road, Northport.

“It’s a town that we’ve had our eye on for a while and the opportunity arose with this location so we jumped on it,” Costello, of Bay Shore, said.

“It’s an area we wanted to be in for many years and when we finally had a good opportunity we took it.”

Costello’s father, the late Vincent, launched the chain in 1973, when its original 2138 Deer Park Ave. location opened in Deer Park. A second Deer Park location opened in 1982.

Today, there are 23 Costello’s Ace Hardware stores on Long Island, including a paint store in East Islip; three stores in Maryland; two stores in northern New Jersey; and one in Brooklyn. A 30th location is planned

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HOME&GARDEN:FALL 2017 Local Stores Find Success In Tough Market

Joe Costello, co-owner and marketing director of Costello’s Ace Hardware, said what makes a successful hardware store is providing quality customer service, being able to adapt and investing in inventory, along with being established as a co-op with Ace Hardware. to open in Staten Island this November.

The family-run business established itself before big-name stores like Home Depot began to grow across Long Island.

Still, Costello said, “When Home Depot started moving in here they definitely put a little bit of a dent into our business.” The family business hung in there through both support by Ace Hardware Corp., and by “focusing on our customers and making sure we were doing everything we needed to keep their support.”

In addition, Costello said investing

The 29th Costello’s Ace Hardware, which opened at 720 Walt Whitman Road, Melville earlier this month.

in inventory was key to stay relevant to customers.

“My father always felt that was a safe place to invest his money or the profits in the business,” he said. “We were always fully stocked. If you walked into another independently owned store, they would never have any inventory in the stores but we were always comfortable in the early days by investing in our inventory.”

A well-stocked inventory, one that offers more than just the “basic nuts and bolts,” is something that’s helped County Line Hardware in Huntington Station compete among bigger hardware stores, said owner Frank Cosentino.

“We have a lot more than they do, when it comes to basic nuts and bolts,” said Cosentino, of St. James. “They have the basic screws and they have tons of them, but there’s a lot of specialty stuff that they don’t carry.”

The ability to make a connection with a customer also plays a big part, he added.

“It’s a personality business,” Cosentino said. “We know a lot of our customers by name and it’s a personal experience. People come in and they expect to be waited on, they expect people to give good advice and that has always been the key.”

County Line, a co-op with Do It Best, opened in 1985 and officially moved into its 7,800-square-foot location at 173 West Hills Road 10 years later.

Back then, Cosentino said, there was a lot of competition with big box stores like Rickel Home Center, Channel Home Center, Pergament Home Center; and independent stores such as Lamberto Hardware, AMB Hardware and Melville Hardware.

Although those businesses have since closed, Cosentino said there’s just as much competition now as there was 20 years ago.

“There’s probably not as many as there use to be, but the ones who have survived have become bigger, stronger and more competitive,” Cosentino said. “People say that hardware stores have become a thing of the past and that’s not necessarily true.”

With Amazon being the leading retailer in the world, Cosentino said customers cannot get quality service on Amazon, or any other website, that they can find in a local hardware store.

Costello agrees. He said customer service is important to staying relevant.

“If you need quality service, you’re obviously not going to get that from Amazon and you’d be very hard pressed to find the level of service that you’ll find at your typical Ace Hardware store in a big box store,” he said. “In many ways, they’re not willing or able to service their customers the way we are. We put an awful lot of training and an awful lot of focus on customer service.”

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Centerport Garden Club Advocates For Ecosystem

By Janee Law jlaw@longislandergroup.com Photo provided by Janet Kahn

Members of the Centerport Garden Club use their gardening talents to help the community and advocate for native wildlife. Pictured, from left, are: Pat Speyer, Janet Kahn, Arlene Slear, Mary Ahern, Molly Wang, Laura Spalding and Pat Brooks.

Members of the Centerport Garden Club have been using their knowledge on gardening to connect within the community, and advocate for a healthy and stable ecosystem.

In addition, Janet Kahn, club president, said, the objective for the club is to promote mutual aid among members in the study of practical gardening and flower arrangements, “to encourage civic beautification and community plantings and further the conservation of our native trees, plants and birds.”

An important topic the club advocates for is the sustainability of native plants, which have been impacted by the planting of invasive foreign plants.

“Usually they are plants that come from other areas and were brought here because they looked pretty or looked as if they would be good to have here,” Kahn, of Centerport, said.

She added that foreign plants such as purple loosestrife have affected local areas greatly.

“It’s a nice purple spike of a flower, it’s very pretty and it looks very good but it has wreaked havoc any place where it’s been planted near water,” Kahn said. “It absolutely drives out the other plants that are there and therefore it has been on a list of plants not to buy.”

While these plants drive out native plants, a domino effect is created and disrupts the ecosystem, Kahn said.

Through its conservation committee, Kahn said, they are working to find out which nonnative plants have been imported to the area, and report on the kinds of problems they’re causing in the local ecosystems.

“They are taking away space from the native plants that are supporting everything from insects up to birds,” she said. “So [the committee] has been reporting to the club three plants at a time each month, showing photographs of what they look like, how to get rid of them, and what they’ve been taking the place of because it’s affecting everything in our ecosystem here in Huntington and we’re trying to work to let people know about that.”

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“We are concerned about the ecology of our town,” Kahn said. “We are concerned about whether or not our local fauna are being protected against invasive plants that are pushing our native floral out and not providing the food that they need.”

The club holds a meeting once a month at the Centerport Methodist Church, located at 97 Little Neck Road.

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Along with sharing the information with the group, the club also educates the community by posting information on their website, Centerportgardenclub.org.

Centerport Garden Club has been a growing success for over 60 years.

When it began in 1953 by founder Reba Bailey, the club consisted of 15 members. Now, the club has 85 members.

Members of the club plant at their own homes, from plants as small as moss to trees, Kahn said.

The club has hosts many events throughout the year, including an annual plant sale at the Harborfields Public Library, a floral exhibit, study groups, garden therapy for students in the Harborfields School District, holiday workshop to create and distribute wreaths to the local community, and more.

Kahn said, “It’s very hard to work in a garden and see the wonder of it and not smile and not want to pass that on to other people.”

What she enjoys about the club is working with a group of likeminded

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By Connor Beach cbeach@longislandergroup.com

Tucked away in Fort Salonga is a hidden gem that hasn’t been disturbed. And it’s on the market for $6.45 million.

The Owl Hill Estate at 99 Sunken Meadow Road, Fort Salonga spans 27.62 acres and for the past six decades has served as the vacation of a Manhattan family, said listing agent Kelley Taylor, of Douglas Elliman Real Estate.

“Everyone who sees it says the house and the property reminds them of Sagamore Hill, Teddy Roosevelt’s home in Oyster Bay,” she said. “It’s a hidden gem that’s really been undisturbed.”

She continued, “I live in Fort Salonga, and I never even knew this property was there until I was approached to list it.”

The origins of the 6,500 squarefoot-home on the estate date back to 1897, when construction began. Since the home was completed 1903 there has only been one major renovation to it, an expansion to the kitchen done in the 1940s, Taylor said.

The mansion has eight bedrooms, each with its own wood burning fireplace, and five bathrooms.

“The house has the historic feel of a gold coast home from the ’20s with beautiful tiger oak floors and hand crafted mahogany staircases,” Taylor said. Despite being in one family since the ’50s, Taylor said, both the home and property have been well taken care of year round.

The home has wrap-around porches in both the front and back, as well as off of the kitchen and master bedroom. The latter pair offer panoramic views of the grounds.

A traditional mahogany accented

The home’s grand entrance is dominated by an original mahogany staircase.

Photos courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate

On The Market: $6.45M Owl Hill Estate

The 27.62-acre Owl Hill estate at 99 Sunken Meadow Road, Fort Salonga is listed at $6.45 million. music room, also dominated by a fully functioning wood-burning fireplace, gives the home an almost regal feeling that makes the home unlike any other.

The Owl Hill Estate is the largest residentially-zoned property currently on the market in Suffolk, Taylor said.

The estate, meanwhile, is divided into two lots: 6.46 acres, where the home sits; and another 21.16-acre adjoining lot that’s mostly open.

Since the property is located in Fort Salonga it maintains the hamlet’s oneacre residential zoning designation,

according to Taylor. “It is possible for the property to be kept intact as a single family residence, or it could be subdivided into approximately 15 sin-

There are four porches with panoramic views of the property’s 27.62-acres.

The music room in the 6,500 square foot home has tiger oak floors and one of many wood-burning fireplaces.

gle-acre lots.”

For more information on the property, or to view the listing, visit Kelleytaylor.elliman.com.

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Here’s How To Prep For Fall (NAPSI) – With the days shorter and kids back in school, it’s time to prepare for the cooler weather by getting organized and completing basic maintenance.

Keep It Moving After heavy summer use, clean out gunk from sliding glass door tracks.

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Clothing Exchange As the temperature cools, wash summer must-haves like beach towels, swimsuits and summer clothing. Then donate gently used pieces your family has outgrown; toss stained, ripped or broken items; and store the rest in airtight containers.

There will be more room in closets and drawers for fall must-haves like umbrellas, coats and sweaters.

Cut The Cost Most think to run ceiling fans during the summer, but many units come with a switch that reverses the direction of the blades. Switching the blades’ rotation to clockwise from counterclockwise makes the room warmer.

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(NAPSI) – Concrete paver patios, walkways, driveways and pool decks, as well as outdoor fire pits and kitchens, can improve quality of life now and enhance a home’s curb appeal when the time comes to sell.

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maintenance, and cutting bushes and trees away from the foundation is all money well spent,” Boccard said.

Inside the house Boccard said it is important to make sure that the locks work, kitchen counters and bathroom vanities are cleared out, and a storage space is rented to remove any clutter. She added, “A fresh coat of paint goes a long way; greys, whites and beiges can make a room feel like it’s not from another era.”

Monique Serena, a Huntington resident and agent with Douglas Elliman Real Estate, has an extensive background in the fashion industry that gives her a particularly keen eye for aesthetics.

Serena acknowledged the importance of small projects like painting, decluttering and landscaping, but she put an emphasis on staging a seller’s home.

“Staging is important for homes that are just entering the market, but it can also provide a change for a listing that has been on the market for a long time,” Serena said. “I don’t always think sellers understand just how important staging is if they don’t have an eye for it.”

Serena, who stages her own listings, said that al-

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Sellers who put in a little work could see big difference

Real estate agents Maria Boccard and Monique Serena both stressed the importance of removing clutter before putting a house on the market, demonstrated in before, left, and after, right, photos of this bedroom staged by Serena. though some sellers become very attached to the way their home looks it is often in their best interest to remove things in order to make the house look its best.

Both Boccard and Serena said sellers are often reluctant to spend money, but if a little elbow grease is put in, there are inexpensive tasks that can help any home sell.

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and Tessie Tura (played by Suzanne Mason) demonstrate their individual burlesque acts to Louise.

The number was packed with energy and drew plenty of laughs from the audience.

Another iconic scene, the energetic tap dancing number “All I Need Is The Girl,” comes in the first act of the production. Tulsa (played by Brian Thomas Hunt) and Louise deliver the number, conveying the dreams of the young characters, and hinting at Louise’s anticipated transformation.

Bohmer, who plays Louise, said after the show the scene is one of her favorites.

“I love that whole sequence,” Bohmer said. “I think that’s the first moment that [Louise] feels like a woman and that somebody really looks at her as a woman so I love doing that scene.”

She added that playing Louise is a dream role for her.

“She is one of the best well-written arcs in all of musical theater history,” Bohmer said. “She goes on quite the journey so to be able to go from zero to 100 really quickly has been awesome.”

Bohmer added that she enjoyed the second half of the production, working closely with Ragusa, to convey an intense, but caring, mother-daughter relationship.

“Working with Michele has just been a master class,” Bohmer said.

“Michele is brilliant and getting to learn from her and work with her every night is the greatest gift I could have ever been given.”

Showings of Northport Engeman Theater’s production of “Gypsy” run through Oct. 29. On Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays show time is 8 p.m.; on Saturdays show times are 3 p.m. and 8 p.m.; and on Sundays show times are 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tickets Michele Ragusa (as Rose) gives a mesmerizing performance as the fame hungry ($73-$78) are available at the 250 Main mother whose intense passion to push her daughters into show business grows St. box office or Engemantheater.com. throughout the production of “Gypsy.”

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What The Equifax Data Breach Means – Part 1

By Jon L. Ten Haagen, CFP ® asktheexpert@longislandergroup.com

Equifax, one of the three main credit reporting agencies, announced a massive data security breach Sept. 7 that exposed vital personal identification data, including names, addresses,

and social security numbers of as many as 143 million consumers, roughly 55 percent of Americans ages 18 and older.

The breach was especially egregious because the company reportedly first learned of it on July 29 and waited roughly six weeks before making it public. Three senior Equifax executives reportedly sold shares of the companies worth nearly $2 million before the breach was announced. Moreover, consumers don’t choose to do business or

share data with Equifax; rather, Equifax – along with TransUnion and Experian, the other two major credit card reporting agencies – unilaterally monitors the financial health of consumers and supplies data to potential lenders without a consumer’s approval or consent.

Equifax has faced widespread criticism following its disclosure of the hack, both for the breach itself and for its response, particularly the website it established for consumers to check if they

were affected. Both the FBI and Congress are investigating the breach.

In the meantime, here are answers to questions you might have.

What’s the deal with the website Equifax has set up for consumers?

Equifax has set up a website, Equifaxsecurity2017.com, where consumers can check if they’ve been affected by the breach. Once on the site, click on the button “Potential Impact” at the bottom of the main page. Click on “Check Potential Impact” and you’ll be asked to provide your last name and the last six digits of your Social Security number – a request widely mocked on social media as being intrusive.

Equifax has stated that regardless of whether you may have been affected, everyone has the option to sign up on the website for one free year of credit monitoring and identity theft protection.You can do so by clicking the “Enroll” button at the bottom of the screen. Just clicking this button does not mean you’re enrolled. You must follow the instructions to go through an actual enrollment process with TrustedID Premier.

More wrath was directed at Equifax when some eagle-eyed observers noted that enrolling in the free year of credit protection with TrustedID Premier meant that consumers gave up the right to join any class action lawsuit against the company and agreed to be bound by arbitration. But Equifax spokesperson has since stated that the binding arbitration clause related only to the one year of free credit monitoring and not the breach itself; Equifax has since removed that language from the site.

How can I get more info on Equifax?

Consumers with additional questions for Equifax can call 1-866-447-7559. seven days a week, 7 a.m.-1 a.m. EST. Equifax said it is experiencing high call volumes, but is working diligently to respond to all consumers.

Editor’s note: This is the first part of a two-part “Ask The Expert” series.

Part two is slated to be published in the Oct. 12, 2017 issue.

Huntington’s Jon L. Ten Haagen, CFP, runs Ten Haagen Financial Services, Inc., a full-service independent financial planning firm, and he is here to answer your questions. In this bi-monthly column, Ten Haagen will answer your financial questions and help you with his expert financial advice. Don’t be shy, our expert is here for you, so feel free to ask away!

Email your questions to asktheexpert@longislandergroup.com today, and let our expert help you. *Ten Haagen is an Investment Advisor Representative offering securities and advisory services offered through Royal Alliance Associates, Inc., member of FINRA/SIPC, and a registered investment advisor. He is also an active community member, serving on several nonprofit boards and as executive officer of the Greater Huntington Boating Council. **BACK IN HUNTINGTON: The offices of Ten Haagen Financial Services, Inc. have moved back to 191 New York Ave., Huntington. Friends and clients are welcome to stop by, check out the new office and share a cup of coffee with the expert!

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Huntington Businesses

By Janee Law jlaw@longislandergroup.com

Newly-opened Mission Nutrition in Huntington village seeks to pair healthconscious customers with innovative food makers’ products to provide a unique, healthy experience.

The family-run business opened its 307 Main St. doors on Sept. 15. It’s backed by co-partners and brothers Chris, Anthony and Matthew Giordano, and their cousin John Grillea.

Chris, 37, of Huntington, said the group opened the business, which also

has a Hicksville location, in June 2015 because there was “a lack of retail involvement with education and discovery.”

“You can’t always get that when you’re ordering online,” he said. “We wanted to provide a place where people can come, learn and be educated on products to make important lifestyle changes.”

Huntington was eyed for the second Mission Nutrition location, which spans 2,000 square feet, because the town “is a little bit further along than the rest of the Island, as far as the health goals and as far as what we do,” said Anthony, 33, of Bethpage.

He added, “We felt like we would be a perfect fit for this town.”

The store sells supplements, protein powder, along with healthy food alternatives for breads, everyday snacks, ice cream, pizza, pasta and more.

Anthony said he enjoys seeing the pay-

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Brothers Anthony and Chris Giordano opened Mission Nutrition in Huntington as a way to provide a unique experience for customers and encourage healthy habits. off of a customer making a transition to a healthier lifestyle.

“It’s amazing,” he said. “You really could change the quality of someone’s life, their overall feeling and how they look at life, which all stems from what they put into their body.”

A customer in the store Thursday, Rick Koller, 49, of Huntington, said there aren’t enough stores like Mission Nutrition on Long Island.

“I’ve been doing this for years and when I walked in here I couldn’t believe what they carry,” Koller said. “The only way I could get [these brands] is by ordering them online. To see a store this progressive, especially here on the east coast, is pretty cool.”

The brands sold by Mission Nutrition include Bulletproof, KNOW Foods, Nu-

traBio, Garden of Life, Onnit, Real Good Pizza and Halo Top. “We go out and pick the best brands that are doing the right thing, using the right ingredients, and doing the right farming,” Chris said.

Now with their second location up and running, the goal for the family-owned business is to spread awareness on health and nutrition, and get involved with the community.

Chris said, “We want to help, we want to provide a service, and we want to provide a place where people can go to change their lives.”

Mission Nutrition 307 Main St., Huntington 631-923-2516

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Here’s What’s Happening At The Fall Festival!

The 2017 Long Island Fall Festival, presented by the Huntington Township Chamber of Commerce, hits Heckscher Park in Huntington over Columbus Day weekend, Oct. 6-9.

Here are some activities to check out during your visit:

Brian Yudewitz, chair Robert Scheiner, vice chair (chair, 2014-2017) Robert Bontempi, vice chair (chair, 2009-2014) Vita Scaturro, vice chair Jennifer Cassidy, treasurer Bushra Dano, secretary

Visit Verizon Island Many activities in store at Verizon Island including Spin Art – a one of a kind way to decorate old vinyl records.

Stop by and create your masterpiece!

World-Class Carnival Children of all ages will spin, swirl and sway on the exhilarating rides in this World Class Carnival, presented by Newton Shows. Friday 5-9 p.m.; Saturday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Monday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Pay-one-price wristband only $30 or purchase tickets individually. Discount coupons available at local Huntington village merchants.

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ning beers. We will be pouring some of your favorites as you sit back and relax in our large pavilion area and catch the big game on one of our large flat screen high-definition TVs. For those of you who enjoy a glass of wine we will also have a select number different tastes for you.

For The Little Ones

Shop ’Til You Drop Hundreds of vendors, including lo- Pony Rides & Petting Zoo cal artists and craftsmen line Prime and Madison streets, adjacent to Mad Scientist Heckscher Park. Street vendors open Learn the secret of making your Saturday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. very own “goo.” Children will learn the scientific concept of how it works Columbus Day Parade and walk away with a fun product.

Sons of Italy sponsored parade on Sunday, Oct. 8, 12:30-2 p.m. Meat- Local Youth Talent ball eating contest at the carnival stage, Sunday, Oct. 8 3 p.m. Sing along with Sal “The Voice” Valentinetti.

Explore The Heckscher Museum Of Art Hilltop Brewery On Saturday, Oct. 7 and Sunday, Join us in the beer wine tent for an Oct. 8, 11a.m.-5 p.m., reduced admisamazing day of craft beer, and great sion, $2 per person; free for children wine. The tent opens at 11 a.m. every 10 and under, active military, veterans day, so come early and stay late to en- and their families. joy all the day has to offer! We will have over 15 of the finest craft and Art Activity For Children seasonal brews and many award winAutumn Owl Collage, Sunday,

Oct. 8, 12 noon-4 p.m. Free. On Museum Terrace. Join museum educators and create an Autumn Owl (weather permitting).

Coffee House Whether you need your morning coffee to start the day, or like to enjoy a hot beverage while listening to the acoustic music, the Coffee House has you covered. With a variety of coffees and teas you can stay caffeinated day and night. Located in the Heckscher Museum parking lot.

Farmer’s Market By Best Yet Market Our local farmers market sponsored

by Best Yet Market showcases the best of New York’s seasonal fare-everything from fresh local apples, pumpkins, fresh baked breads and so much more!

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• Stop by Newsday Social Media photo booth near the playground for your complimentary commemorative photo • Maximum K9 Service will be holding dog training demonstrations throughout the weekend.

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TH UR SDA Y Death Café

The next meeting of the Huntington Death Café, a group that offers a safe and respectful place to discuss thoughts, musings, questions, fears and beliefs about death, is Thursday, Sept. 28, 6-8 p.m. at Huntington Public Library (338 Main St., Huntignton). Visit Facebook.com/huntingtondeathcafe for more info.

C O M M U N I T Y

Calendar

United Methodist Church (1018 Pulaski Road, East Northport) is hosting a military bridge night on Friday, Sept. 29, 7 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.). Get a table of four together, or come yourself.

No experience required; the game will be explained and there will be practice hands. Cost is $12 in advance, $15 at the door. Call Carolyn Falango at 631368-7911.

Half Hollow Hills Community Library

Dix Hills: 55 Vanderbilt Parkway. 631421-4530; Melville: 510 Sweet Hollow Road, 631-421-4535. hhhlibrary.org.

• A body toning and stretching class will be held each Monday through Oct. 30, at the Melville branch. Cost for the eight classes is $32 and registration is now open.

• Tweens in grades 3-6 can make expandable ghosts, spooky science and more on Friday, Oct. 13, 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the Dix Hills branch. Register online.

SATURDAY ‘Runny Babbit Returns’

Community Carnival

Apex Rehabilitation and Healthcare in South Huntington is hosting a free community carnival on Sunday, Oct. 1, 12 noon-3 p.m. on its 78 Birchwood Road, South Huntington campus. There will be activities for the entire family. For more info, call 631-592-6400 or visit Apexrehabcare.com.

Blessing Of The Animals

In honor of St. Francis of Assisi, patron saint of animals, St. Peter’s Lutheran Church (11 Ogden Court, Huntington Station) will host a Blessing of the Animals on Sunday, Oct. 1, 2 p.m. on the church grounds. Pets must be leashed or crated. For more info, call 631-423-1013.

Huntington Farmers’ Market

The Huntington Farmers Market is open each Sunday, 7 a.m.-12 noon, through Nov. 19 in the Main Street parking lot east of New York Avenue. It’s regularly stocked with fruits, vegetables, olive oils, baked goods, seafood, wines and more.

Call 631-323-3653, or visit for more info.

MONDAY Pumpkin Patch Opens

The pumpkin patch at United Methodist Church (1018 Pulaski Road, East Northport) opens Monday, Oct. 2 and will be open seven days a week through Oct. 31. There’s also a pumpkin bakery with bread, pies, soup and more, and a store stocked with crafts, books, carving kits and decorations. It’s all open Saturdays, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; and Sundays-Fridays, 12 noon-6 p.m. (on Columbus Day: 10 a.m.6 p.m.). For more info, call 631-261-1303.

44 Lake Ave., Deer Park. 631-586-3000. deerparklibrary.org.

3027 Jericho Turnpike, Elwood. 631499-3722. elwoodlibrary.org.

• A book sale will be held Saturday, Oct. 14, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

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FRIDAY

“Runny Babbit Returns,” a collection of 41 never-before-published poems and drawings by Shel Silverstein, will be read at the East Northport Barnes & Noble (4000 E Jericho Turnpike) on Saturday, Sept. 30, 11 a.m. Activities will follow story time.

Call 631-462-0208 for more info.

• Put your own artistic touch on a part of the new library building by stopping by the temporary location, 10 a.m.-12 noon, Monday, Oct. 9, to decorate a stone for the new outdoor space. A parent or caregiver must remain with children for this program. Dress to make a mess.

Pumpkin Patch Opens The pumpkin patch at United Methodist Church (1018 Pulaski Road, East Northport) opens Monday, Oct. 2 and will be open seven days a week through Oct. 31. There’s also a pumpkin bakery with bread, pies, soup and more, and a store stocked with crafts, books, carving kits and decorations.

It’s all open Saturdays, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; and Sundays-Fridays, 12 noon-6 p.m. (on Columbus Day: 10 a.m.-6 p.m.). For more info, call 631-261-1303.

TUE SDA Y SCPD Community Meeting

The Suffolk Police 2nd Precinct’s next monthly public meeting is Tuesday, Oct. 3, 7-9 p.m. at the South Huntington Public Library (145 Pidgeon Hill Road, Huntington Station). Crime and policing incidents across town will be discussed, and residents can ask questions.

WEDNESDAY Music & Dinner

La Villini Restaurant (288 Larkfield Road, East Northport) is sponsoring the next meeting of the Long Island Accordion Alliance on Wednesday, Oct. 4, 6 p.m.

The featured guest artist will be Papa Joe DeClemente. For more info, or to make a reservation, call 631-261-6344, or visit Facebook.com/LongIslandAccordionAlliance.

support the museum. The race begins at 11 a.m. in Huntington Bay and finishes in Northport Bay. There will be a regatta party at 5 p.m. Regatta entry fee is $75 for U.S. sailing members ($80 for nonmembers), and includes admission to the party for the skipper and four crew members.

For more info, visit Centerport-yc.org, or email rcchair@centerport-yc.org.

Rummage Sale

Rummage for toys, furniture, lamps and more at United Methodist Church (1018 Pulaski Road, East Northport) on Saturday, Oct. 7, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The rummage sale will be held inside. Call 631261-1303 for more info.

LIBRARIES

Library-hosted events and programs are reserved for cardholders of their respective library unless otherwise noted.

Harborfields Public Library

31 Broadway, Greenlawn. 631-7574200. harborfieldslibrary.org • Instructor Suzan Haeni will lead a step-by-step workshop on how to paint the perfect fall scene. She will also discuss color theory and painting techniques. There is a $20 supply fee.

Workshop is Saturday, Oct. 21, 10 a.m.2 p.m. For adults.

Huntington Public Library

Main branch: 338 Main St., Huntington.

631-427-5165. Station branch: 1335 New York Ave., Huntington Station. 631421-5053. thehuntingtonlibrary.org.

• Singing along to classic songs with Irv Plastock on Sunday, Oct. 15, 2-3 p.m. at the Huntington branch. Perfect for adults with caregivers, as well as anyone who enjoys singing and reminiscing. Registration required.

• A beginner English class will be held each Tuesday and Thursday, 5:30-6:30 p.m., through Oct. 31 at the Station branch. Register online. There’s also a conversation group that meets each Thurday, 6:30-7:30 p.m. through Oct. 31.

Northport-East Northport Public Library

The 2017 Long Island Fall Festival at Heckscher Park in Huntington begins Friday, Oct. 6. The free festival includes food, games, rides, music and more. It will be open 5-9 p.m. on Oct. 6; 11 a.m.9 p.m. on both Oct. 7 and Oct. 8; and 11 a.m.-5 p.m. on Columbus Day, Oct. 9.

For more info, visit Lifallfestival.com.

95 Harbor Road, Cold Spring Harbor.

631-692-6820. Cshlibrary.org.

• Discover the fascinating natural and man-made beauty of Myanmar, the country formerly known as Burma, on Thursday, Oct. 12, 7 p.m.. Professional photographers Carole and Richard Witkover will give a free multimedia presentation that is open to all. Advance registration requested.

Northport: 151 Laurel Ave. 631-2616930. (East Northport: 185 Larkfield Road. 631-261-2313. nenpl.org) • Movies will be shown each Friday, 2 p.m., through October at the Northport branch. The Oct. 6 movie will be “The Mummy” (PG-13, 110 min.). No registration required.

• Stop by the East Northport branch Friday, Oct. 20, 10-10:30 a.m. for drop-in story time. There will be stories, sing songs, share rhymes, and fingerplays.

For families. No registration required.

Vanderbilt Cup Regatta

Commack Public Library

South Huntington Public Library

UP COMING/ ONG OING

It’s Nearly Festival Time

On Saturday, Oct. 7, Centerport Yacht Club and The Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum will host the 37th annual William K. Vanderbilt II Memorial Cup Race. Proceeds of the after-race reception in the museum’s courtyard will go directly to

Cold Spring Harbor Library

Please note that the 18 Hauppauge Road, Commack location is currently under construction. The temporary location address is 6243 Jericho Turnpike, Commack. Event locations may be affected.

Call 631-499-0888. commack.suffolk.lib.ny.us.

145 Pidgeon Hill Road, Huntington Station. 631-549-4411. shpl.info.

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Music & Dinner La Villini Restaurant (288 Larkfield Road, East Northport) is sponsoring the next meeting of the Long Island Accordion Alliance on Wednesday, Oct. 4, 6 p.m. The featured guest artist will be Papa Joe DeClemente. For more info, or to make a reservation, call 631-2616344, or visit Facebook.com/LongIslandAccordionAlliance.

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Cinema Arts Centre

423 Park Ave., Huntington. Cinemaartscentre.org. 631-423-7611.

• The 2017 Halloween Horrorthon, an allnight showing of 35mm creature features, is set for Saturday, Oct. 21, 10 p.m. Online presale tickets are $40 for both the public and members.

John W. Engeman Theater at Northport

350 Main St., Northport.

Engemantheater.com. 631-261-2900.

• Showings of “Gypsy” continue through Oct. 29.

MUSEUMS/ EXHIBITS

Art League of Long Island

107 East Deer Park Road, Dix Hills.

Gallery hours: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. weekdays; 11 a.m.-4 p.m. weekends. 631-4625400. ArtLeagueLI.net.

• “Passion for Fashion: of Purses & Paintings - The Gerson & Judith Leiber Collection” will be on display through Oct. 27. There will be a special reception on Sunday, Oct. 15, 2-5 p.m. ($50 per person).

B. J. Spoke Gallery

299 Main St., Huntington. Gallery hours: Tuesday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Friday 11 a.m.-9 p.m.

631-549-5106.

Bjspokegallery.org • Katherine Criss’ solo exhibit and window installation, “Surreal Encounters in Paint & Pixels #2,” and a large member show will fill the gallery through Oct. 1.

Cold Spring Harbor Firehouse Museum

84A Main St., Cold Spring Harbor. 631367-0400. cshfirehousemuseum.org.

Open Sat. and Sun., noon to 5 p.m., April through Dec., or for tours, group visits by special appointment at any time.

• Learn about the history of Cold Spring Harbor Volunteer Fire Department through exhibits housed in this circa 1896 firehouse building.

Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery

1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor.

Open seven days a week, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday and Sundays until 6 p.m.: $6 adults; $4 children ages 3-12 and seniors over 65; members and children under 3 are free. 516-692-6768. Cshfishhatchery.org • The fall festival fundraiser is Saturday, Oct. 7, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. and will offer fun for the whole family, including a petting zoo, live music and exhibitors. Admission is $6 for adults; $4 for children/seniors; free for members.

Cold Spring Harbor Whaling Museum

279 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor. 631-3673418. cshwhalingmuseum.org.

Tuesday-Friday, 12-4 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday, 11-5 p.m. (closed Monday). Admission $6 adults, $5 children and seniors.

• Exhibits: If I Were a Whaler explores a whaler’s life for family audiences. Thar She Blows: Whaling History on Long Is-

land explores one of the region’s most important industries.

• Exploration Day for Columbus Day: Did you know whalers were world explorers? Stop by self-serve stations Monday, Oct. 9, 1-3 p.m. to make multicultural crafts inspired by global journeys. For all ages.

Foto Foto Gallery

14 W. Carver St., Huntington 631-5490488. Fotofotogallery.org. Hours: Wednesday Saturday 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Friday 11 a.m.-8 p.m., Sunday 12 noon -5 p.m.

• “Obsessed With Details: Museum Spaces,” a solo photography exhibition

by Pamela Waldroup, will be on display through Oct. 28. Reception: Saturday, Oct. 14, 5-7 p.m.

Gallery Sixty Seven

Local artists’ studio and gallery features paintings, prints and sculptures. 67 Main St., Northport Village, 631-662-6411. Hours: Thursday/Friday: 2-7 p.m.; Saturday/Sunday: 1-6 p.m.; Gallerysixtyseven.com

Green River Gallery

117 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor. Thursday 12 a.m.-5 p.m.; Friday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 631-692-8188.

• Ongoing exhibit of Eric Sloane oil paintings. Some new works from one of the premier Gold coast artists from the mid-20th century.

Haven Gallery

155 Main St., Suite 4 Carriage House Square Northport. 631-757-0500. Havenartgallery.com • Hearts Blood, guest curated by Beautiful Bizarre Magazine, opens Sept. 16 with a reception, 6-8 p.m. and will be on display through Oct. 15

Heckscher Museum of Art

2 Prime Ave., Huntington. Museum hours: Wednesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., first Fridays from 4-8:30 p.m., Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Admission $6 for adults, $4-$6/seniors, and $4-$6/children; members and children under 10 get in free. 631-351-3250.

• “Ebb & Flow: Seascape and Shoreline Views,” an exhibition featuring dozens of paints, prints and photographs of the sea, will be on display through Nov. 12.

Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center

Welwyn Preserve, 100 Crescent Beach Road, Glen Cove. Hours: Monday-Friday. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday noon-4 p.m. 516-571-8040, ext.

100. Hmtcli.org • The permanent exhibit explains the 1930s increase of intolerance, the reduction of human rights and the lack of intervention that enabled the persecu-

tion and mass murder of millions of Jews and others.

Huntington Arts Council

Main Street Petite Gallery: 213 Main St., Huntington.

Gallery hours: Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday noon-4 p.m. 631-2718423. huntingtonarts.org.

• Call to student artists: The Nightmare on Main Street Student Art Exhibit will be on display Oct. 13-Nov. 4. There will also be a costume party reception Friday, Oct. 27, 6-8 p.m., with prizes for the best costume.

Huntington Historical Society

Main office/library: 209 Main St., Huntington. Museums: Conklin Barn, 2 High St.; Kissam House/Museum Shop, 434 Park Ave.; Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Building, 228 Main St. 631-427-7045, ext. 401.

Huntingtonhistoricalsociety.org • An apple festival with be held Sunday, Oct. 15, 12 noon-4 p.m. at the Kissam House. There will be games, crafts music and more.

Northport Arts Coalition

A non-profit coalition in support of the arts.

PO Box 508, Northport. Northportarts.org

Northport Historical Society Museum 215 Main St., Northport. Museum hours: Tuesday-Sunday, 1-4:30 p.m. 631-7579859. Northporthistorical.org.

• For an afternoon of historical fun, take a self-guided walking tour of Northport’s historic Main Street, Tuesdays-Sundays, 1-4:30 p.m. Available in the museum shop at $5 per person.

Ripe Art Gallery

1028 Park Ave., Huntington. TuesdayThursday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Friday, 2-8 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Ripeartgal.com. 631-239-1805.

• Long Island-based artist Theresa Christensen will show her “Mother of all Shows” series of paintings featuring TV moms through Oct. 12.

Vanderbilt Museum and Planetarium

180 Little Neck Road, Centerport. Museum hours: Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday, 12-4 p.m. Grounds admission: $7 adults, $6 students with ID and seniors 62 and older, and $3 children 12 and under. Mansion tour, add $5 per person.

631-854-5555. Vanderbiltmuseum.org.

• Afternoon mansion tours begin in the courtyard of the historic house once owned by William K. Vanderbilt II. Tours are Tuesdays, Saturdays and Sundays for a $5 fee, in addition to the price of admission. Check the museum’s website for listing times.

• Neal Stuart and The Empire State – billed as “the ultimate Johnny Maestro tribute band” – will perform in the plan-

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Walt Whitman Birthplace

246 Old Walt Whitman Road, Huntington Station. Summer hours: Monday-Friday, 11-4 p.m.; Saturday-Sunday, 11-5 p.m.

Admission: $6 adults, $5 seniors, $4 students, and children under 5 are free.

631-427-5240. Waltwhitman.org.

• Schedule at a group high tea and transport yourself back in time in a private gathering house at the Birthplace. $25 per person. 631-427-5240, ext. 120. teaparty@waltwhitman.org.

• Walt Whitman “Personator” Darrel Blaine Ford will greet visitors in costume from 12 noon-3 p.m. at the birthplace. He will offer a free storytelling performance about Whitman’s life at 1 p.m. Suitable for all ages.

MUS IC/ DANCE

StarLight Coffeehouse

Every third Friday from October to May at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 270 Main Street, Northport. 631-6633038. Shows at 7:30 p.m. (doors open at 7 p.m.). Tickets vary per artist and are available at Northportarts.org.

Five Towns College Performing Arts Center

305 North Service Road, Dix Hills, NY 11746. 631-656-2110. FTC.edu.

• Showings of “She Loves Me” are Saturday, Oct. 20, 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 21, 3 p.m. Tickets are $12 for adults, $10 for seniors/students.

Folk Music Society of Huntington

First Saturdays concerts are held at Congregational Church of Huntington, 30 Washington Dr., Centerport. Other venues as noted. Tickets and info at Fmsh.org.

• First Saturday Concert: “Huntington’s Own – Three Generations: Lois Morton, Annie Mark, Kristen Maxwell” on Oct. 7, 7:30 p.m.

The Paramount

370 New York Ave., Huntington. 631673-7300. Paramountny.com. All shows begin at 8 p.m. unless otherwise noted.

• Marilyn Manson will perform with special guest Alice Glass on Tuesday, Oct. 3, 8 p.m. Tickets are $65-$125.

• The Paramount Comedy Series Presents: Tracy Morgan, “Live on Stage 2017!” on Saturday, Oct. 14, 7 p.m.

Tickets are $50-$70.

Ridotto

Concerts at Huntington Jewish Center, 510 Park Ave., Huntington. Ridotto.org. Reservations recommended: 631-385-0373 or ridotto@optonline.net.

• Ridotto opens its 2017-2018 concert series Oct. 1, 4 p.m. with “The Voxare Quartet.”

Tickets are $12 for students; $20 for members; $25 for seniors; and $30 for adults.

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