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Catholic Schools Week Happenings

By Haley Pereyo info@longislandergroup.com

National Catholic Schools Week starts Sunday, Jan. 28 and wraps up Saturday, Feb. 3. This year’s theme is “Catholic Schools: Learn. Serve. Lead. Succeed.”

Schools from all over the Town of Huntington will participate in a week of events aimed at both students and faculty, and open their doors to community members interested in registering.

Holy Family Regional School 2 Indian Head Road, Commack 631-543-0202 Holyfamilyregional.com Holy Family will begin its Catholic School Week celebration with an open house on Sunday, Jan. 28, 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. to share with the community its mission.

Principal Brian Caltabiano said Holy Family hopes “the communities surrounding us see how our school provides a bright, vibrant and safe community for children.”

During the open house, members of different parts of the school, including students, alumni, faculty, administrators and parent association members, will be available to meet and chat about the Holy Family community.

As throughout Catholic Schools Week, students will have the opportunity to participate in events like Pajama Donation Day on Monday, Jan. 29, during which students are encouraged to wear pajamas to school, and bring a new pair for donation to a child in need.

On Tuesday, Jan. 30, there will be an anti-bullying presentation, “The Power of One Anti Bullying Show.”

On Wednesday, Jan. 31, 7 p.m. Holy Family will hold Junior National Honor Society inductions.

Meteorologist John Marshall will be visit the school on Thursday, Feb. 1 to talk with students about his job.

And finally on Friday, Feb. 2, a special Catholic Schools Week Mass will be held at 1 p.m.

Trinity Regional School

Open house tours are a big part of Catholic Schools Week; they’re being offered at schools across town, including St. Patrick’s in Huntington.

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Two Trinity Regional School students work on holiday projects.

1025 Fifth Ave., East Northport 631-261-5130 Trintyregional.org Trinity Regional School kicks off Catholic Schools Week with an open house on Sunday, Jan. 28, 9 a.m.1 p.m., and again on Wednesday Jan. 31, 9-11 a.m.

“We will be welcoming prospective school families from our six parishes, as well as our current school families, to see our school,” Principal Jeanne Morcone said.

Students will be act as tour guides, and teachers will be available to answer any questions.

On Monday, Jan. 29, the school will gather for Mass at 11:30 a.m. Fourth graders will prepare the Mass readings; fifth-, sixth- and seventh-grade cantors will lead the congregation in song; and eighth graders will lead younger children at Mass.

Parent visitations will be held Monday, Jan. 29 for pre-K and nursery, and on Tuesday, Jan. 30 for K-8.

On Thursday, Feb. 1, eighth graders will become teachers, guiding younger children for two periods in the morning. Later in the day, K-4 students will participate in a read-a-thon.

Then, on Friday, Trinity will be celebrate “Appreciation Day.” Morcone said the day will be all about the school.

“We will celebrate ourselves and have some fun,” she said.

Participating in Catholic Schools Week, for Trinity Regional School, is a way to share ideals.

Morcone added, “For those prospective families, our hope is that they see that out school is a place where our Catholic faith, character formation and values are at the heart of all that we do.”

St. Patrick’s School 360 Main St., Huntington 631-385-3311 Stpathunt.org St. Patrick’s School has been a part of the town of Huntington since its establishment in 1922. It provides Catholic education for over 700 children, ranging from pre-K to eighth grade.

Its goal is to instill in all students the ideas of “faith, academics and service.”

To begin its Catholic Schools Week celebration, St. Patrick’s will host an open house for prospective students and their families on Thursday, Jan. 25, 3-7 p.m.

The school asks all to visitors begin their visit in the parish center, where tours around the school will begin Families will also have an opportunity to learn about different programs offered at St. Patrick’s, such as early childhood, elementary and middle school; as well as the technology and extracurricular activities it provides.

Earlier this month, St. Patrick’s was filmed for a segment on Telecare, the Diocesan broadcast network, that focused on the ways technology has been implemented at the school.

Open registration will be held Jan. 29-31, 8:3010:30 a.m. in the school cafeteria.

To wrap up Catholic Schools Week, there will be a special Mass on Thursday, Feb. 1, 9-10 a.m.

S.s. Cyril and Methodius School 105 Half Hollow Hills Road, Deer Park 631-667-6229 Sscmweb.org S.s Cyril and Methodius School will start off its Catholic Schools Week with a special family Mass at 9:30 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 28, welcoming all visitors.

Immediately after the Mass at 10:30 a.m., an open house will begin and run through 1 p.m. The open house will provide an opportunity for prospective families to learn what SSCM has to offer, including through talks with alumni and tours of the school.

SSCM offers many different programs and extracurricular activities for students, such as a STEM program, foreign language classes, band, choir and student government. There is also before and aftercare, and a sports programs.

The school’s website describes it as a “Catholic elementary school educating children of all faith from nursery through eighth grade.”

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POLICE REPORT Compiled by Connor Beach

What’s Your Dream?

Bad Security He had a dream… What’s yours? On Monday we paid homage to one of the greatest leaders of humanity’s struggle for freedom: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drawing inspiration from both his Christian faith and IN THE KNOW the peaceful teachings of Ma- WITH AUNT ROSIE The sick battle… Now that hatma Gandhi, Dr. King led the the holidays are over, there’s one nonviolent movement in the late ’50s and ’60s to thing that everyone seems to be achieve legal equality for African-Americans in the facing now: the common cold. I’ve been battling U.S. He is most famous for his “I have a dream” my cold for nearly three weeks now, which means speech, and his main legacy is sometimes menAunt Rosie’s house has been stocked up on all kinds tioned here in Huntington in regards to the Ruland of remedies to help combat the coughing, stuffiRoad housing project lawsuit. That lawsuit was setness and sore throat. I find that DayQuil day and tled and there was a housing lottery for the develnight is always a good buddy to have at your side opment last year. when facing a cold. For soothing that scratchy Out with the old… and in with the new, I throat, I’d have to say that Halls cough drops are the best for that. It also helps silence the annoying thought to myself last Thursday as I officially said cough. I always carry an 80-drop bag with me to goodbye to the holiday season and hello to 2018. In work and keep it right on my desk so that I can a somewhat melancholy ceremony, I finally got quickly grab one if I feel a cough coming on. Alaround to taking all of the lights and ornaments off though some of these remedies don’t make the sickof my Christmas tree. I then dragged it out of my ness go away completely, it does help me function house, managing to leave behind just about every throughout my day. What do you do to combat the pine needle that was still clinging to the dried out common cold? branches. In an even more gloomy state, I spent half tions still up in Huntington village? I wonder when those are going to get taken down. Not that I mind, but it’s still looking a lot like Christmas and Valentine’s Day is fast approaching!

an hour trying to vacuum pine needles from what seemed like every possible location between the living room and the back door. It was during this monotonous task that I finally took a moment to reflect on the year behind us and the one still to come.

Looking back, I had a pretty exciting 2017 with a lot of new experiences, and I am really looking to forward to what 2018 has in store.

That said… Did you notice the holiday decora-

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Photo Of The Week Bash The Trash

Musicians and teaching artists group Bash the Trash recently visited Pulaski Road Elementary School in the Northport-East Northport School District.

There, they demonstrated how to weave science, music and environmental awareness together with performances featuring instruments made from recycled materials, like traffic cones and water bottles. Students later learned how to make similar instruments of their own.

QUOTE OF THE WEEK David Gonzalez

“I get paid to make and drink beer… It’s a great feeling when someone comes up to you and tells you that they like or love what you’ve made.”

Native Turns Passion Into Brewing Career, PAGE 11

At around 10:29 a.m., Jan. 7 an unknown suspect burglarized Freedom Abstract Corporation at 105 Maxess Road, Melville, Suffolk police said. The suspect stole a security system DVR device from the business, according to police. The incident has been classified as third-degree burglary, and no arrests had been made as of deadline.

Angry Customer A female state insurance fund employee was harassed by a male at 2 Corporate Center Drive, Melville at around 12:23 p.m., Jan. 8, Suffolk police said. The man was upset that he did not achieve the desired outcome from the insurance fund, and threatened the woman over the phone, according to police. The incident has been classified as second-degree aggravated harassment.

Passport Burglar An unknown suspect stole from a Emerson Street residence in Dix Hills at around 7:40 p.m., Jan. 9, Suffolk police said. It’s unclear how the suspect entered the home, but once inside they stole a passport, police said.

Police have classified the incident as seconddegree burglary and were still searching for a suspect as of deadline.

Material Bandit A 31-year-old Jackson Heights man was arrested in the parking lot of the Home Depot on Jericho Turnpike in Commack at around 7:13 p.m., Jan. 5, Suffolk police said.

The man was in possession of two power washers, two generators and 12 boxes of hardwood flooring stolen from a Home Depot in Huntington Station, and additional flooring stolen from the Commack store about an hour earlier, according to police.

The man was charged with third-degree criminal possession of stolen property and fourth-degree grand larceny.

Business Burglarized At around 5 p.m., Jan. 3 an unknown suspect burglarized The Metropolitan on Broadhollow Road in Melville, Suffolk police said.

The suspect entered the business and stole a laptop, headphones and computer cables, according to police. The incident has been classified as third-degree burglary and police are still searching for a suspect.

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sports

By Janee Law jlaw@longislandergroup.com

A Melville 8-year-old’s quest for gold came to an unexpected end last October.

In the run up to the World Taekwondo Federation 2017 President’s Cup International Taekwondo Championships, Preston Park suffered an elbow injury that forced him to withdraw from the competition.

He fell and broke his left elbow while practicing with his dummy target in September 2017. Along with the physical pain came some tears, Preston said, as he knew he wouldn’t be able to compete in the international championship.

The injury, however, didn’t keep him and his father Jay Park from attending the championships. Many in the audience chanted Preston’s name as he bowed out of his competitions.

Preston, who is a third grader and student representative at Birchwood Intermediate School, kept the cast on for five weeks and slowly started training again in November.

The year-end setback didn’t take away from what Preston accomplished in the Korean martial art of Taekwondo throughout most of 2017.

Preston won seven consecutive championships across the northeast, and earned a total of 13 gold medals.

To cap it all off, Preston received

Preston Park was awarded The Presidential Award at the USA East Coast Taekwondo Certified Referee’s Corps Annual Gala & Award Night on Jan. 6.

The Presidential Award from USA East Coast Taekwondo Certified Referee’s Corps on Jan. 6.

Since he started Taekwondo training two years ago, Park has participated in 41 championships, winning a total of 34 gold medals, seven silver medals and four bronze medals.

He also received the certificate of merit from former state Assemblyman Chad Lupinacci, who is now town supervisor, and a proclamation award from Huntington town board members in August 2017.

Back in 2015, Preston was the winner of the U.S. Presidential Award and recognized by former President Barack Obama.

Now, Preston is back to training with Grand Master Woosang Jung, a silver medalist of the 2016 U.S. Open, at Commack-based Ultimate Taekwondo Center. He will continue to compete in the sparring, poomsae and board breaking categories.

Jay Park said his son is 80 percent ready to compete. However, due to weight gain, they’re contemplating whether Preston will move up a weight class during competitions.

“I haven’t decided to let him compete yet because I want him to come back mentally as well,” Park said. “Before his injury he was never afraid but now he has a little trauma of falling down so I want him to get used to getting blocked and falling down to the mat.”

Preston said he’s looking forward to going back to his normal training routine, where he hopes to shed some pounds. He added, “My first goal is to get better power and speed.”

Now, Preston has his sights set on championships for the 2018 USA TaeKwonDo State Qualifier, including the Feb. 24 Maryland State Championships, the March 10 New York State Championships, and the March 24 New Jersey State Championships. He will also be competing in the March 31 New York State Championships 2018 AAU TaeKwonDo State Qualifier.

Park said Preston’s performance during the state championships will determine whether he qualifies for the 2018 USA TaeKwonDo National Championships in Salt Lake City slated for July 3-9.

Additionally, Preston will represent the U.S. in other championships, including the 2018 World TaeKwonDo Federation Jeju Korea Open International TaeKwonDo Championships in

Photos by Jay Park

Preston Park Recovering, Receives Presidential Award

Preston Park, middle, with WT International Referee Master Juan Suarez, left, and WT International Referee Master Arnoldo Jimenez, right, at the USA East Coast Taekwondo Certified Referee’s Corps Annual Gala & Award Night.

Jeju, South Korea from July 18-24; and will head back to the 2018 World TaeKwonDo Federation President’s Cup International TaeKwonDo Championships in Las Vegas this October.

He will also represent the U.S. in

the 2019 World TaeKwonDo Federation United States Open International TaeKwonDo Championships in Las Vegas next January, when he will spar in the 10-11 year-old division.

WALT’S CORNER THE COURAGE OF THE JUNCTION You have to see in order for the eyes to exist, when you are a parade in the air.

Below the plant is wild and the green leaves rise over my childhood.

You can reach out with what you had towards the right time.

We must let it pass like the moment of yesterday and look up and beyond ourselves. I look out between the trees. Yet another depth in you among juncus. None of us are visible to anyone except those claiming that what’s over us is ink.

The thought is right in front of me in its pure form.

Visualized, there is nothing else to achieve than the golden streets.

You can stretch your distance towards the next point.

Realized as a civilized person. Your next step is wild.

Walt Whitman

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Camp W will be giving back to the Huntington community by offering a full scholarship to a local camper in need.

By Janee Law jlaw@longislandergroup.com

Camp W officials are on a mission to offer summer fun for all kinds of children and will be accepting applications on Monday to offer a local camper in need a full scholarship to the camp.

The scholarship is valued at $4,350 for 8 weeks and includes five camp shirts, a camp bag, daily ice cream, pizza lunch every Thursday, barbecue every Friday, and camp pictures.

The camp is based out of Birchwood Intermediate School in Melville and is owned and directed by Evan Wofsy, who first opened it in June 2015.

“We use the South Huntington School District for the camp so I thought it would be a nice way to give back to the community and get someone that can’t afford camp to have this experience that campers have,” Wofsy said. “It’s always good to give back.”

Operating on the schools 7 acres, Camp W offers athletic programs, including soccer, softball, karate and more, for boys and girls between ages

4-14 years old. The camp also provides creative arts, academic tutoring and special events. A new program will be introduced this year, where campers in sixth, seventh and eighth grade will take a trip every Wednesday to places like Island Rock, Bounce!

Trampoline Sports and Laser Kingdom.

The camp will start taking applications Jan. 22, and accept them through Feb. 28. In order to qualify for the scholarship, campers must be residents of the Huntington township, have never attended Camp W before, and parents have to provide proof of their financial hardship for needing the scholarship.

The camp will be hosting an open house Feb. 10 from 2-4 p.m. for perspective camp goers at Birchwood Intermediate School, located at 121 Wolf Hill Road in Melville.

Parents must call the camp office to inquire about the scholarship. The office will either mail or email an application.

Sessions for the camp this summer range from two weeks to eight weeks and run June 25-Aug. 17.

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comedy Jim Norton Returning With More Laughs SPOTLIGHT

By Connor Beach cbeach@longislandergroup.com

A young Jim Norton realized he could make a career out of stand-up comedy in 1991, when he cashed the first of what would be eventually many paychecks in the business for a whopping $25.

“What a delusional idiot I was,” Norton says.

Now 49, the New Jersey native has been making sides split for more than two decades, and he’s gearing up for a stop at The Paramount in Huntington next month as part of his “Kneeling Room Only Tour.”

The tour, which comes on the heels of his hour-long “Mouthful of Shame” special released on Netflix last year, showcases Norton’s self-deprecating, satirical comedy that he describes as “very honest.”

“The reason it developed that way is because people laughed at it,” Norton said. “I talked about all the dirty things because that’s what would make the other comedians laugh.”

Laughter has always been important to Norton; he says it’s one of the driving forces behind his career choice.

“It was something I always wanted to do; I mean it was the only thing that made girls look at me, the fact that I made them laugh,” Norton said.

In addition to touring as a stand-up comic Norton can be heard almost every morning during his XM radio show with co-host Sam Roberts. Norton said that the radio show is different from the immediate reaction of a stand-up performance.

“I love them both, but their different,” He said. “Radio is more fun because you can go in different directions if you want to because there’s no rush to get to a punchline.

If you are telling a long story on stage it better be funny or else the audience is really going to lose patience with you.”

His Feb. 10 show in Huntington will mark his second appearance at The Paramount, a venue he said he is really looking forward to performing in again.

Norton said that he tries to keep his shows current, and each show is an hour of new material. The comedian also reiterated his usual message to prospective

Comedian Jim Norton brings his honest style of comedy to The Paramount in Huntington on Saturday, Feb. 10 at 8 p.m. audience members.

“Don’t expect too much because then when it’s a good show you’ll be happily surprised,” he said.

Doors open at 7 p.m. for the 8 p.m. show. Tickets range from $29.50-$59.50 and can be purchased at the box office or online at Paramountny.com.

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s e i d o o f the By: Connor Beach cbeach@longislandergroup.com

For just over three years The Refuge has been serving up both delicious food and a place to unwind in the professional district of the Huntington Quadrangle in Melville.

Launched in November 2014 at the site of the former Four Food Studio by the same owners, The Refuge sports a menu that combines both Italian and Latin flavors JoAnn Winkhart, business development director for both The Refuge and its sister restaurant K Pacho in New Hyde Park, said the restaurant’s prime, Route-110 location makes it a popular destination for a “robust lunch crowd” and happy hour.

“We get a sophisticated, professional and mature crowd, but people come here to relax and have fun,” said Winkhart, of Nesconset. “People tell me they feel like it’s an extension of home.”

The dining room has a capacity of 250, and during the warmer months, usually beginning at the end of April, the outdoor deck opens for added space and ambience.

The Refuge offers Sunday brunch from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. — and when the outdoor deck is open, it hosts “barking brunch” inviting leashed dogs and their owners to join the party.

Winkhart said The Refuge partners with local shelters and animal related charities for “barking brunch” fundraisers.

In addition to a full catering and delivery menu that is especially convenient for office lunches, the busy bar crowd and rustic modern décor gives The Refuge a buzz of energy.

The distinct Spanish influences are

The Angry Shrimp Tacos ($13.95) feature spicy shrimp served with vegetable citrus slaw, lime, margarita crema, Spanish rice and plantains.

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The vegan Sweet Pea Ravioli ($18.95) is served with seitan meatballs, spaghetti square and tomato basil.

The Refuge’s Business Development Director JoAnn Winkhart described the restaurant’s atmosphere as both sophisticated and relaxed. evident just by looking at the menu items like the Guacamole ($12.95) with jalapeno, tomato, cilantro, onion, lime and a large side of chips. The jalapeño and tomato add texture to the dish while the citrus flavor adds brightness. The spicy salsa on the side provides a kick to the crispy chips that make this a great dish to share.

Another Latin inspired dish is the Cuban Sandwich ($12.95), which is served with ham, pulled pork, Swiss cheese, pickles and Dijon mustard.

The Refuge adds a modern twist on this classic by preparing the pulled pork barbeque style. The traditional combination of the Swiss, ham and mustard still shine through, and the pickles complete the sandwich with a great crunch.

The heat that Latin food is known

The Guacamole ($12.95) is served with jalapeno, tomato, cilantro, onion, lime and a large side of chips.

for makes a clear, but not overpowering, appearance in the Angry Shrimp Tacos ($13.95) featuring spicy shrimp served with vegetable citrus slaw, lime, margarita crema, Spanish rice and plantains. The shrimp has a great kick that is tempered just the right amount by the citrus slaw for the perfect bite.

For customers looking for Italian inspired flavors, the Mamma Mia Pizza ($13.95) from The Refuge’s pizza oven is topped with chicken cutlet, broccoli rabe, tomato, mozzarella, Parmesan and a balsamic drizzle. The soft crust supports a classic combination of chicken and balsamic that, when added to the unique and flavorful vegetable sauce, makes this pizza a crowd favorite.

Diners can smell the Italian influ-

The Mamma Mia Pizza ($13.95) from The Refuge’s pizza oven is topped with chicken cutlet, broccoli rabe, tomato, mozzarella, Parmesan and a balsamic drizzle.

ence in the Herb Focaccia Sandwich ($15.95) served with grilled chicken, prosciutto, mozzarella, arugula, cherry tomato and balsamic before they even taste the herb covered bread or the fresh melty goodness of the mozzarella. The aroma alone makes this sandwich a must have.

The Refuge also has a full vegan menu that has plenty of options for both dedicated vegans and diners looking to try something new. The Sweet Pea Ravioli ($18.95) is served with seitan meatballs, spaghetti square and tomato basil. The ravioli embraces the vegan style with a colorful split pea filling that stands out on flavor alone.

The Refuge’s unique style and comfortable atmosphere make it a place that anyone can enjoy.

Winkhart said, “The atmosphere is chic, yet casual; it’s amazing how people just get the feeling that this is a homey and welcoming environment.”

The Refuge 515 Broadhollow Road, Melville 631-577-4444 Refuge110.com Cuisine: Latin and Italian Atmosphere: Casual Chic Prices: Salads and Sandwiches: $11.95-$19.95, Pizzas: $11.95-$16.95, Lunch Entrees: $13.95-$16.95, Dinner Entrees: $17.95-$29.95.

Hours: Monday-Wednesday, 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m.; ThursdayFriday, 11:30 a.m.-2 a.m.; Saturday, 4 p.m.-2 a.m.; Sunday: 11 a.m.-9 p.m.

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WINE DINNER DINNER

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Join us at a very special

showcasingthe wines of

WINE CELLARS

Latin restaurant and tequila bar ArToro is now open at 78 Main St., Northport village.

NOW OPEN: There’s a new Latin restaurant and tequila bar in Northport Village. ArToro, backed by Nina’s Pizzeria Artie Berke, had its grand opening celebration last Thursday, opening its doors and serving up Latin flavors like the Chicharron De Pollo, traditional Dominican fried chicken with sofrito dipping sauce. The restaurant takes over the 78 Main St. space previously occupied by 7T8 European Fusion, which closed last year due to water damage suffered during a fire at the neighboring Gunther’s Tap House.

ArToro is open Wednesday-Thursday, 5 p.m.-12 midnight; Friday-Saturday, 5 p.m.-3 a.m.; and Sunday, 5 p.m.-12 midnight. For reservations, call 631-6518866.

TURLEY WINE DINNER: Jonathan’s Ristorante (15 Wall St., Huntington) and Turley Wine Cellars are hosting a special wine dinner on Wednesday, Jan. 31 beginning at 7 p.m.

The evening will feature a four-course, prix-fixe menu, and each dish will be paired with a Turley Wine Cellars wine.

Cost for the evening is $95, plus tax and gratuity. Menu selection, include: Wild Caught Sea Scallop with celery root purée and black truffle vinaigrette paired with The White Coat (Turley White Blend 2014); Ricotta Ravioli, served with Morel mushroom, asparagus cream and crispy parmigiano, paired with Old Vines Zifandel (Turley 2015); Venison Chop served with roasted butternut squash served, onion rings and blueberry own juices and with an interactive comparison of Judge Bell Zinfandel (Turley, Bell Road 2014) and Hayne Vineyard Petit Syrah (Turley 2015); and Goat Cheese Cake with coffee, tea, espresso or cappuccino. For more info, or to make a reservation, call 631-5490055.

ArToro’s Chicharron De Pollo, traditional Dominican fried chicken with sofrito dipping sauce.

WINTER RESTAURANT WEEK: Winter Long Island Restaurant Week kicks off Sunday, Jan. 21 and continues through Sunday, Jan. 28. Participating restaurants, including several from across Huntington, will be offering a $28.95 three-course prix-fixe menu each night they are open, except Saturday when the menu will be offered until 7 p.m. “It is expected that the campaign this spring will garner more than 150 participants,” said Steve Haweeli, president of Long Island Restaurant & Marketing Hospitality Group. As of deadline Friday, more than a dozen Huntingtonarea restaurants were set to participate: Athenian Greek Taverna (2187 Jericho Turnpike, Commack; 631-499-7660); Besito Mexican (402 New York Ave., Huntington; 631-549-0100); Black & Blue (65 Wall St., Huntington; 631-3859255); Fado (10 New St., Huntington; 631-351-1010); Honu (363 New York Ave., Huntington; 631-421-6900); Grasso’s Restaurant (134 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor; 631-367-6060); IMC (279 Main St,, Huntington; 631824-6222); Jewel (400 Broadhollow Road, Melville; 631-755-5777); Jonathan’s Ristorante (15 Wall St., Huntington; 631-549-0055); La Parma II (452 W Jericho Turnpike, Huntington; 631-367-6360); Matteo’s (300 W Jericho Turnpike, Huntington Station; 631421-6001); Mill Pond House (437 E Main St., Centerport; 631-261-7663); Piccola Bussola (970 W Jericho Turnpike, Huntington; 631-692-6300); and Sandbar Restaurant (55 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor; 631-498-6188). To see the menu of each restaurant, log on to Longislandrestaurantweek.com.

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Wednesday • Jan. 31 • 7 p.m.

4-course prix-fixe with wine pairings

$

per person, tax & gratuity not included

Dine on Chef Tito Onofre’s specially prepared menu as an expert from Skurnik Wines pours and talks about the wines of one of California’s most celebrated vineyards.

Advance reservations are strongly recommended.

FIRST course

MENU

Wild Caught Sea Scallop

Celery Root Puree & Black Truffle Vinaigrette paired with: The White Coat, Turley White Blend 2014 Roussanne/Grenache Blanc/Vermentino/Verdelho

seconD course

Ricotta Ravioli

THIRD course

Venison Chop

DOLCI

Morel Mushroom, Asparagus Cream & Crispy Parmigiano Vinaigrette paired with: Old Vines Zinfandel, Turley 2015 Roasted Butternut Squash, Onion Rings & Blueberry Own Juices

Interactive comparison of: Judge Bell Zinfandel, Turley, Bell Road 2014 Hayne Vineyard Petit Syrah, Turley 2015

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Spotlight On

Huntington Businesses

Long Islander News photos/Janee Law

s s e n i s u b Broker-Turned-Biz Owner Pioneers Sleep Chain’s First Long Island Location

By Janee Law jlaw@longislandergroup.com

A Wall Street broker turned business owner is pioneering a sleep specialty chain’s expansion to Long Island, opening the region’s first location in Huntington village late last month.

Anthony Rizzo, owner of the America’s Mattress location, said the company is owned by Serta Simmons, but that he was able to open his own independently operated store through a license agreement.

Rizzo said his store specializes in adding a personal touch to its quality customer service.

“We can give them a good deal and we can fit them in the bed that’s right for them,” Rizzo said of customers at his sleep specialty shop.

Twenty mattresses are shown at the 357 New York Ave. store, and Rizzo sets out to make the shopping process less stressful by offering the “Sleep Simple” process. The system evaluates sleeping patterns and calculates a bed suitable for one’s needs.

Anthony Rizzo, owner of America’s Mattress, is pioneering the company’s expansion, opening its first Long Island location in Huntington village late last month.

Rizzo, 55, of New Hyde Park, said, “When you go into another store it’s overwhelming, so we try to simplify that process.”

A fresh face in the mattress industry, Rizzo said his goal is to bring an honest and open approach to the way mattresses are sold.

He previously worked for more than 25 years as a commodities broker for the New York Board of Trade, but resigned after the initiation of electronic

The Huntington location of America’s Mattress is the company’s first on Long Island and offers both high quality brands and personalized customer service.

trading. With the support of his wife and two daughters, he decided to take on a different career path that would make him happy, and bring joy to others.

That career change culminated with a soft opening at America’s Mattress in Huntington on Dec. 26. Rizzo said he hopes to host an official grand opening ceremony by the end of January.

The 2,500-square-foot showroom displays a variety of brands, including Beautyrest Black, Beautyrest Silver, Beautyrest Hybrid and iComfort. Its collection of high-quality innerspring support options range from all-foam, continuous coal designs and individually wrapped coils. In addition, the mattress shop also offers a variety of advanced comfort features, such as foam encasement, gentle support foam and cradle foam GL gel memory foam.

Prices vary, with Queen-size beds and box springs starting at $299 and running through $2,999.

One of the top-sellers, Rizzo said, is the adjustable bed base, which is sold separately from the mattress itself.

The Zero Gravity bed base can make adjustments to lift the back or legs, as a way to take pressure off the spine and small of the back.

“The biggest change in the mattress business is people now are more concerned with their health — they want to have a healthier night’s sleep,” Rizzo said. “Without good sleep, you’re not working as hard and your brain is not functioning.”

With the first Long Island location of America’s Mattress now up and running, Rizzo said he plans to introduce the company’s business model to the rest of the island.

“My goals are to open up another store every six months,” he said. “I also want to give people a better understanding of sleep and its value.”

Americas Mattress 357 New York Ave., Huntington 631-824-6168 Americasmattress.com/longisland

b u s in e s s Native ‘Brews’ Passion Into Career

By Connor Beach cbeach@longislandergroup.com

Many beer lovers have dreamed about working in a brewery and making a living out of a sudsy passion, but how does a person get started in the brewing industry?

For Northport native David Gonzalez, it took a sweatshirt and a chance meeting in a coffee shop in fall 1996 to make his dream a reality.

“I was at a coffee joint in Port Jeff one day and I was wearing a James Bay Brewing sweatshirt that I had gotten somewhere,” Gonzalez said. “After I got my coffee and turned around to leave the shop, the guy behind me was wearing the same sweatshirt.”

It turned out that “the guy” Gonzalez struck up a conversation with happened to be the owner and head brewer at the now closed James Bay Brewing Company in Port Jefferson.

“He saw that I was interested in beer and brewing, so he invited me to spend a day at the brewery; I did and got hooked,” Gonzalez said.

The Northport High School grad thought he was bound for a career as a teacher when he graduated from SUNY Stony Brook with a degree in American

history and secondary education in May 1995.

While waiting for his teaching job to start in the fall, Gonzalez got a job at Blue Bell Beer in Greenlawn where he developed his interest in beer.

“They had hundreds of different beers on the wall, and every day, I would go home with two to three different bottles and try them out,” he said.

In summer 1997, Gonzalez decided to give up teaching and pursue a full-time career in brewing. He attended the Siebel Institute of Technology in Chicago to learn the theory behind brewing beer.

After his first job as an apprentice at the James Bay Brewing Company, Gonzalez began his over 21-year career as an assistant brewer at Rock Bay Brewing in Maine.

After a short stint in Maine he moved to Charlotte, North Carolina in 1999 and was quickly promoted to Head Brewer at Rock Bottom Brewery where he worked until 2010.

Over the next several years Gonzalez worked at several other brewing operations in North Carolina, but, with a wife and four sons, the constant work and travel made family life a challenge.

“I guess the most challenging item is being on call 24-7,” Gonzalez said, adding that he’s missed birth-

Tax Cuts And Jobs Act

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

Both Washington and the IRS trying for tax simplification. They added around 500 pages to the current policies, bringing the total up to around 70,000 pages, just to make things simpler for you.

In reality, the tax code is not 70,000 pages. There is a myriad of complications in court decisions surrounding tax codes, according to the Tax Foundation.

The statutes themselves are around 2,799 pages long. The code is so many pages is because of the application of specifics.

Most people don’t spend a ton of time concerned with the taxation of cutting timber or a crew on a tuna boat, however, there are rules for that, and while you may not find the rules applicable to you, they are complex for various reasons.

We don’t have enough space here to go into detail, but you might want to chat with your representatives for a good laugh or a session in obfuscation.

The lawmakers in power said they wanted to simplify the tax code so you could file your return on a postcard. But they made it a lot more complicated.

Business owners and tax experts are studying the new 500 pages to understand the full implications, which change

rates for individuals and corporations, and eliminate or limit many popular deductions. This, they decided, would be a perfect change to make with one to two weeks left in the tax year.

You now have to make decisions on the financial consequences of major life decisions: Who do you work for? Do you move? Do you do the remodeling of your home now? How will you commute to work? Do you get married or divorced?

Depending on your inTHE come, this could cost you or save you thousands.

Business Owners: One of the more controversial and confusing provisions is a new 20-percent tax deduction for pass-through businesses, privatelyowned firms whose owners pay individual rates on their income. Also to consider is the corporate tax rate from 35 percent to 21 percent. This creates more questions about how to structure your company.

The pass-through deduction could also create an incentive for more people to quit their jobs and become independent contractors.

Estate Planning: The tax maintains the federal estate tax, but doubles the amount that is exempt from the levy after death and during lifetime tax on gifting. Starting this year, single people who die with around $11 million would not be subject to the estate tax – that’s up from $5.5 mil-

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Northport-native David Gonzalez is director of brewing operations at Rivermen Brewing Company in Belmont, North Carolina. days, been on the phone with his staff during his honeymoon, had to go into work an hour after his first kid was born and has had mechanical issues turn an eight hour day turn into a 17-hour brew day.

Last March, the now 45-year-old Gonzalez landed a job 4 miles away from his house. He’s the director of brewing operations at Rivermen Brewing Company in Belmont, North Carolina, and the facility opened its doors for business last month.

Despite the rigors of the job, Gonzalez said it is a great feeling when peers and customers enjoy the beers he worked so hard to perfect.

“I get paid to make and drink beer… It’s a great feeling when someone comes up to you and tells you that they like or love what you’ve made,” Gonzalez said.

“I love talking about beer and brewing, so that’s probably my favorite part of the job, especially being in a brewpub where I get to do it every day.”

lion. Married couples can protect $22 million from estate and gift tax.

I truly hope you are in this situation!

One thing to also keep in mind is that many of these new changes are going to expire in 2025 to 2026. What will people be expected to do then, and how do they prepare for these changes? At least they will have a little more time than the two weeks we had to prepare this time.

Your Paycheck: Many salaried workers with varied income levels will need advice on how much should be withheld from their paychecks for 2018. Most of the provisions have gone into effect EXPERT starting Jan. 1. If they don’t get it right, they could end up with a big tax bill in 2019, or an unnecessarily large refund.

Real Estate: The new law caps at $10,000 the amount of state and local income and property taxes that taxpayers can deduct each year. This could lower property values in certain states, such as New York. I have heard 13-14 percent value reductions. There is a new cap on mortgage deductions. Also, the end to deduction for home equity loans.

As I am sure you have read, our governor and others are talking with tax experts to see if they can do anything to counter the federal changes Marriage and Deductions: Under the new law, many two-income couples end up paying more in taxes by getting married. These new provisions are set to end in 2026, so it might not be just for love

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that marriage is considered.

Divorced taxpayers who pay alimony will no longer be able to deduct these payments from their income, and the recipients of alimony no longer need to report these monies as income.

Bottom line: you best have a really good accountant and financial advisor.

It used to be, for many of us, that the simple form was used for taxes. Today and going forward, I strongly advise you to double and triple check your status so you don’t get the short end of the stick.

Set up an appointment with your tax advisor and financial advisors now, and don’t wait until the 11th hour. It’s amazing what politicians can accomplish when they put their collective minds together. The best of fortune to us all.

Any comments, questions or suggestions are greatly appreciated and will help me with future columns. Happy New Year and the very best for 2018.

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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Ch am be r St af f Ellen O’Brien, Exec. Di rector Courtney Bynoe, Assoc.

Exec. Director

Execut iv e Committ ee Brian Yudewitz, chair Robert Scheiner, vice cha ir (chair, 2014-2017) Robert Bontempi, vice cha ir (chair, 2009-2014) Vita Scaturro, vice chair Jennifer Cassidy, treasurer Bushra Dano, secretary www.huntingtonchamber .com

Meet The Media The Huntington Chamber has secured a strategic panel of journalists and reporters from New York and Long Island’s most influential media outlets for its annual ‘Meet the Media’ networking breakfast.

The breakfast will be held Tuesday, Feb. 13, 7:30-10 a.m. at the

Parkside Manor at the Elks (195 Main St., Huntington).

Members of the media will discuss many newsworthy topics from news predictions for 2018 and a reflection on important stories and under-reported stories from 2017.

After an in-depth discussion on

relevant topics, the panelists will field questions from the audience.

To reserve a seat, contact the chamber at 631-423-6100, or register online at Huntingtonchamber.com.

Chamber Member Spotlight Founded in 1963, the Huntington Arts Council has inspired and aided the growth of hundreds of art organizations and individual artists across Long Island. The Huntington Arts Council celebrates the diversity of Long Island’s artistic resources through sponsored activities, programs and publications that advocate cultural awareness and education while enriching the social and economic life of the community.

These programs appeal to artists, the general population, children and a constituency of organizational members. Whether nurturing through Journey: Arts-in-Education, Professional Development, Grants for the Arts or fostering emerging creative talent, the Huntington Arts Council has something for everyone. The Huntington Summer Arts Festival,

exhibitions at the Main Street Gallery and information provided via Arts Cultural News are staples of the organization.

As a nonprofit, the Huntington Arts Council is reliant on the generosity of its supporters, their monetary donations and volunteerism. Opportunities to support the council are as diverse as the communities it serves; membership, program and special event sponsorship, supporting the Annual Appeal, participation in varies fundraising opportunities, or volunteering time to support the work they do, all help the Huntington Arts Council to move its mission forward.

Attention Chamber Members This, and the spaces below, are now open for advertisements by Huntington Chamber members.

Call 631-427-7000 to speak with a representative today.

Whether a business, organization, artist or individual, go to Hhuntingtonarts.org or call 631-271-8423 for more information on ways to support the council.

The Huntington Arts Council is the official arts coordinating agency of the Town of Huntington and serves as the primary regranting agency in Nassau and Suffolk for the New York State Council on the Arts.

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Work In Style

Calendar

A style seminar with celebrity stylist and local business owner Bridget Sheetrit will be held Thursday, Jan. 18, 6:30-8 p.m. at her Jessie & Sullivan shop, which is located at 286 New York Ave., Huntington. Optional RSVP at info@jessiesullivan.com. Light refreshments will be available.

FRIDAY Gotham Hoops Classic

The inaugural Gotham Hoops Classic tournament will be held at Upper Room Christian School (722 Deer Park Road, Dix Hills) on Friday, Jan. 19, 3:30-9:30 p.m. The tournament will showcase some of the top boys high school basketball teams from across the state.

Games will also be streamed live at Gothamhoops.com.

‘It’s Only A Play’

Performances of “It’s Only A Play” by Terrence McNally at Star Playhouse (74 Hauppauge Road, Commack) will be held Saturday, Jan. 27 at 8 p.m., and Sundays, Jan. 21 and Jan. 28 at 2 p.m.

Show is intended for mature audiences (may contain strong language). For info and tickets ($20-$25), call Melanie at 631-462-9800 ext. 136 or visit Starplayhouse.com.

Learn About Voting Rights

Long Island Network for Change is sponsoring a program about the right to vote and access to the ballot on Sunday, Jan. 21, 3 p.m. at Temple Beth El (660 Park Ave., Huntington). Free and open to all. Optional RSVP to tbe.votersrights@gmail.com.

Winter Farmers Market

The Huntington Winter Farmers Market continues each Sunday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. through March 25 at Jefferson Primary School (253 Oakwood Road, Huntington). There is live music, along with a selection of fresh goods. Visit Longislandfarmersmaarkets.com for more info.

MONDAY Fitness For Life

High intensity interval training classes are being held at Temple Beth El of Huntington select Mondays and Wednesdays through March. The next class is Jan. 22, 9:30-10:10 a.m.; and there will be another class on Jan. 24. Cost is $6 for temple partners; $8 for non-partners –

Half Hollow Hills Community Library

Dix Hills: 55 Vanderbilt Parkway. 631-4214530; Melville: 510 Sweet Hollow Road, 631-421-4535. hhhlibrary.org.

• Spend an afternoon listening to the timeless hits of Sinatra and Streisand as performed by Richard Lanna and Laura Lorenzo. Program is 2-4 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 28 at the Dix Hills branch. Tickets available at either library.

• Kids ages 2-3 with a parent or caregiver can shake and shimmy during a dance party on Thursday, Jan. 18, 10:3011:15 a.m. at the Melville branch.

31 Broadway, Greenlawn. 631-7574200. harborfieldslibrary.org • Middle schoolers can eat bagels and discuss “Ghost” by Jason Reynolds with other students who love to read on Saturday, Jan. 27, 10-11 a.m. Register online.

A ’70s Fundraiser

SUNDAY

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

• Dr. Robert Dell’Amore will teach how to make a delicious, gourmet pizza, and sample it, on Sunday, Jan. 21, 24 p.m. Register online.

Harborfields Public Library

SATURDAY “The ’70s” dinner/dance is Saturday, Jan. 20, 7-11 p.m. at Saint Anthony of Padua Parish Hall, Trinity Regional School (1025 Fifth Ave., East Northport).

Featuring Just Cause Band. Presented by the Fr. Thomas A. Judge Knights of Columbus and Columbiettes. A $35 donation per person includes, show, dinner, beer, wine, soda, coffee and dessert.

For tickets call Jackie at 516-318-5809 or John at 631-499-7138. No tickets will be sold at the door. Snow date is Sunday, Jan. 21, 6-10 p.m.

Elwood Public Library

Mix & Mingle Join LiiNCS at Rust & Gold (345 Main St., Huntington) on Wednesday, Jan. 24, 6:30-9:30 p.m. for a networking happy hour mixer. Enjoy $5 cocktails of the day and a free drink for dues paying members. Visit Liincs.org for more info. eight-class cards are also available for $40/partners; $55/non-partners. Email Stefani Kavner at fitforlifewithstef@gmail.com for more info.

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ries of poetry readings on the fourth Friday of every month, 7:30 p.m. at Caffe Portofino (249 Main St., Northport). Each month there is a featured poet followed by an open reading. Bring your own poems and participate.

Attention Needleworkers

LIBRARIES

The Suffolk County Chapter of The Embroiderers’ Guild of America will hold its monthly meeting at 7 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 23 at Half Hollow Hills Community Library (55 Vanderbilt Parkway, Dix Hills). Beginner, intermediate and advanced stitchers are welcome. No charge to attend first meeting. For information, call 631-423-3738.

WEDNESDAY Mix & Mingle

Join LiiNCS at Rust & Gold (345 Main St., Huntington) on Wednesday, Jan. 24, 6:30-9:30 p.m. for a networking happy hour mixer. Enjoy $5 cocktails of the day and a free drink for dues paying members. Visit Liincs.org for more info.

UP COMING/ ONG OING

Health Care Proxy Wednesdays

Through January, elder law firm GDGC (225 Broadhollow Road, Melville) is hosting Health Care Proxy Wednesdays to advise young adults to sign a health care proxy naming an agent, such as a parent, so that a parent is immediately contacted if the child is seriously ill or injured. For more information or to RSVP, contact Sarah Carpenter at 631-390-5000 or sarah.carpenter@genserlaw.com.

Poets In Port

Northport Arts Coalition presents a se-

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

Cold Spring Harbor Library

95 Harbor Road, Cold Spring Harbor.

631-692-6820. Cshlibrary.org.

• Enjoy the small slices of life captured in gorgeous color by Catherine Olsen, whose impressionistic oil and watercolor paintings emphasize color, light, and atmosphere, and is on display through Jan. 28.

Commack Public 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 631499-0888. commack.suffolk.lib.ny.us.

• Adults can learn what social media is and get to know some of the most popular sites, including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat and LinkedIn, on Saturday, Jan. 20, 10 a.m.-12 noon. Register online.

Deer Park Library

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

• The Baking Coach returns Jan. 22, 7-8 p.m. and will teach how to make 12 pretzel dogs to take home in a 9-inch, round pan and bake in the oven. Register online.

Huntington Public Library

Main branch: 338 Main St., Huntington.

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

• There will be story time and playtime around the parachute on Tuesday, Feb. 6, 10-10:30 a.m. at the Station branch. For children 3-13 months.

Register online.

• Join chef Rob Scott on Jan. 21, 1:302:30 p.m. at the Main branch to create a ‘snow’ dip with yogurt, vanilla, maple syrup and rainbow sprinkles that’s served with seasonal fresh fruit on a skewer. Register online.

Northport-East Northport Public Library

Northport: 151 Laurel Ave. 631-2616930. (East Northport: 185 Larkfield Road. 631-261-2313. nenpl.org) • Revisit gaming’s golden era with a competition featuring 8- and 16-bit classics on Saturday, Jan. 20, 2-4 p.m. at the Northport branch. For young adults.

• The Friday Movies program at the East Northport branch continues throughout January at 2 p.m. The Jan. 19 movie is Dunkirk (PG-13; 106 minutes). No registration required.

South Huntington Public Library

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

• Kids in grades K-5 can make snowman cupcakes on Sunday, Jan. 21, 2:30-3:30 p.m. Register online.

THE ATE R/ FILM

Cinema Arts Centre

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

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A ’70s Fundraiser “The ’70s” dinner/dance is Saturday, Jan. 20, 711 p.m. at Saint Anthony of Padua Parish Hall, Trinity Regional School (1025 Fifth Ave., East Northport). Featuring Just Cause Band. Presented by the Fr. Thomas A. Judge Knights of Columbus and Columbiettes. A $35 donation per person includes, show, dinner, beer, wine, soda, coffee and dessert. For tickets call Jackie at 516-318-5809 or John at 631-499-7138. No tickets will be sold at the door. Snow date is Sunday, Jan. 21, 6-10 p.m.

John W. Engeman Theater at Northport

350 Main St., Northport. Engemantheater.com. 631-261-2900.

• Showings of “Once” begin Jan 18. and run through March 4.

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.

• The seventh annual “The Art of Narrative” juried photo exhibition is on display through Feb. 10.

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 • An artist’s choice exhibition will be on display through Feb. 25. Opening reception is Saturday, Feb. 10, 6-9 p.m.

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 • Celebrate the birthday of Scouting in America on Boy Scout Day, Saturday, Feb. 10, with a 2 p.m. tour. All Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts dressed in uniform will receive a free tour with paid admission.

Cold Spring Harbor Whaling Museum

279 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor. 631367-3418. 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 Island explores one of the region’s most important industries.

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.

• Entries in the 13th National Photography Competition will be on display Jan. 24-March 3. A reception will be held Saturday, Jan. 27, 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/Sunday: 1-6 p.m.; Saturday: 12 noon-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 • “Ghosts of the Anthropocene” by Adam Burke and “Halcyon” by Andi Soto will be on display through Feb. 18.

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.

• “From Frankenthaler to Warhol: Art of the ’60s and ’70s” is on display through March 11.

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 persecution and mass murder of millions of Jews and others.

Huntington Art Center

11 Wall St., Huntington. 631-423-6010; Huntingtonartcenter.com. Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; most Mondays, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free.

• Showing prints, paintings, jewelry and pottery, as well as local photography from the permanent collection.

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.

• The “Masters Show” is on display through Saturday, Feb. 3.

Huntington Historical Society

Main office/library: 209 Main St., Hunt-

ington. 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 • Lunch & Learn with David Griffin is Thursday, Jan. 25, 12 noon at Black & Blue (65 Wall St., Huntington). Individual lecture tickets are $45 for members and $50 for nonmembers and include three-course meal.

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.

• From now through June visit the Monuments Men exhibit, which illuminates a few of the stories behind the heroes of Northport and East Northport whose names are listed on the 12stone monuments located along Main Street and five-stone monuments located in John Walsh Park in East Northport. They honor all the local citizens who served and those among them who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country.

• Dr. Tara Martinez, a surgeon and Asharoken resident, and Northport dietician Marina Bedrossian will lead a Special New Year Afternoon Tea & Lecture focusing on putting ancient diets into modern practice. Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2 p.m. at the museum.

Cost is $10 for members, $15 for nonmembers.

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.

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.

Walt Whitman Birthplace

246 Old Walt Whitman Road, Huntington Station. Winter hours: Wednesday-Fri-

JANUARY 18-24, 2018 • 15 day, 1-4 p.m.; Saturday-Sunday, 11-4 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.

• The Winter Recess Dreamcatcher & Tea Party for kids is Wednesday, Feb. 21, starting at 1 p.m. Cost is $12 per child for one program; $20 for both. Includes tour of birthplace.

MUS IC/ DANCE

Starlight Coffeehouse

Every third Friday from October to May at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 270 Main St., Northport. Doors open at 7 p.m. Concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. with a brief open-mic. Ticket prices vary by artist.

For information call 631.663.3038 or visit Northportarts.org/starlight-coffeehouse.

• Seth Glier will perform Friday, Jan. 19.

Five Towns College Performing Arts Center

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

• “The Best of Broadway & More” benefit concert is Sunday, Jan. 21, 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10.

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.

• Hard Luck Café with Sophie Buskin and Joshua Garcia is Thursday, Jan. 18, 7:30 p.m. at Cinema Arts Centre.

The Paramount

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

• Mike DelGuidice and Big Shot – Celebrating the Music of Billy Joel is Saturday, Jan. 20. Tickets are $20-$50.

• Joe DeGuardia’s STAR Boxing Presents: “Rockin’ Fights 29” on Friday, Jan. 26. Fights begin at 7:30 p.m., doors at 7 p.m. Tickets are $50-$200.

• The cancelled Marilyn Manson show from last October has been rescheduled for Thursday, Feb. 15. Tickets are $39.50-$89.50.

Ridotto

Concerts at Huntington Jewish Center, 510 Park Ave., Huntington. Ridotto.org.

Reservations recommended: 631-3850373 or ridotto@optonline.net.

• “The Schumann Sisters in Recital” is Sunday, Jan. 21, 4 p.m. Tickets are $12 for students; $20 for members; $25 for seniors; $30 for adults.

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